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TAKE A TURN ON THE CAT (OR DOG) WALK

Jekyll Island plays host to the inaugural Fur Babies & Fashion event. The day will include great fashion from Beach Village merchants. and a raffle and door prizes with proceeds benefitting local animal shelters in the Golden Isles. Adoptable cats and dogs will be on hand –some strutting on the runway! – in search of their furever homes. Fur Babies & Fashion takes place Saturday, April 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Village Green in Jekyll Island’s Beach Village. For more information, please call 912.319.2083 or 912.319.2024 or email furbabiesandfashion@gmail.com.

CASSINA TO CELEBRATE RESTORATION OF CABINS

The Cassina Garden Club, St. Simons Island, celebrating its 90th year, is proud to announce the completion of the restoration of the historic 1830 tabby slave cabins at Hamilton Plantation on Gascoigne Bluff. The club would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to all those who supported this endeavor, and those who continue with their financial assistance. It has taken approximately four years to restore the cabins at a cost of $400,000. To celebrate this occasion, Cassina would like to invite the public to an inaugural event, Music at the Cabins, with the singing and saxophone stylings of Michael Hulett on Sunday, April 22, 2018, 5:007:00 p.m., on the bluff. This event is free and open to the public. Bring a chair and feel free to pack a picnic with your favorite beverages. There will be educational tours of the completed cabins beginning at 4:00 p.m. All are welcome.

A TAILWAGGIN’ GOOD TIME

Mary Ross Waterfront Park will be the place for pups to be on Saturday, March 24th! The annual Bark for Life fundraising event for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be a dog walk and costume contest, live entertainment, silent auction, delicious food, and so much more. The event is free and open to the public, but all dogs must be registered. Advance registration is $20 per dog or $30 for two. Event day registration is $25. Student registration is only $5 with ID. Each registered dog receives a doggie swag bag, bandana, and a T-shirt for their human. Raise funds with your pet by creating or joining a Bark for Life team. Sign up today at relayforlife.

org/barkglynncountyga. For more information, call Summer Rogers at 912.262.2504.

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HIGH FIVE

It’s the fifth year of Shamrockin’ to benefit Communities in School of Glynn. This year the fun fundraiser will be at Morningstar Marina on Saturday, March 17 at 4:00-7:00 p.m. Celebrate your St. Patrick’s Day and support students in the community with an evening of live music by longtime local favorites, The Stringrays, delicious light appetizers to satisfy your palate and free flowing beer and wine. Tickets are $60 per person or $110 for two, and can be purchased online at Eventbrite or at the door of the event. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For questions, please call 912.223.4641.

FASHION FORWARD

The annual CASA Fashion Show and Luncheon takes place in March this year! Lots of lovely models will strut their stuff and spring and summer styles from local retailers and boutiques at The Cloister on Sea Island. As always, a scrumptious luncheon prepared by the Sea Island chefs will precede the runway action. There will be several fantastic raffle items for you to try your luck at winning. Set aside Thursday, March 29 to attend, and keep an eye on the mailbox for your invitation. For more information, visit casaglynn.org or call the CASA Glynn office at 912.264.4448.

SOAK IN THE SOULSHINE

On March 9th, The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is excited to present “A Tribute to the Allman Brothers” as part of the Surf Side Party Series. There will be an oyster roast, barbeque, and the amazing music of the The Allman Brothers Band featuring TRIBUTE. The party takes place in the scenic setting of the island resort between 6:0010:00 p.m. and proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia. Tickets are $60 per person, include access to the event, 2 drink tickets, oysters and a barbeque buffet. They can be purchased by calling 912.268.5966 or visiting bgcsega.com. You don’t want to miss this!

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DESTINATION DARIEN

On April 13-15, head up to Darien to experience their annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival. This three-day fun filled event consists of an art show, a YMCA 5K, children’s activities, arts & crafts and food & drink vendors, a classic car show, live entertainment, including concerts Friday and Saturday nights, and a marine parade. On Sunday, they bless the shrimp boat captains with a safe and prosperous season. The celebration usually draws a crowd of 30,000+ throughout the weekend, and you’re invited to join the fun and fellowship. Daily cost of entry is $5 per person, with children under 14 admitted free of charge. Sunday admission is free for everyone. For more details, visit blessingofthefleet.com.

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL RETURNS IN APRIL

Here’s a chance to experience a world of other cultures without leaving Glynn County. The 7th Annual International Festival will be held on Friday, April 6, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Once again, the Robert S. Abbott Race Unity Institute partners with College of Coastal Georgia to host this celebration highlighting the various cultures that are represented in the Golden Isles. It will take place on the Brunswick Campus of CCGA. There will be fun and educational events to appeal to all ages, including a Global Food Bazaar; a Marketplace with an array of artisan wares; a multicultural lineup of musical groups; a Culture EXPO; a KidFest; informational displays by community organizations, and more. Admission is free and open to the public. It’s a rain-or-shine event. Please come out and join the festivities!

SIGNS OF SPRING

One of the wonderful signs of spring is the annual Spring Invitational Arts & Crafts Market at Postell Park in Pier Village on St. Simons Island. Stroll under the oaks and explore unique arts and crafts such as painting, pottery, garden art, artisan foods, jewelry, from a wide variety of local and regional vendors. The Market takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both March 17th and 18th. This makes a great additional stop if you’re out on the Christ Church Tour of Homes or have visitors for the weekend. For additional information and a list of participating vendors, visit soglogallery.com.