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GALLERY CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY

Three years ago, ArtTrends Gallery opened its doors as the first artist co-op gallery on St. Simons Island in quite a few years. On Thursday, May 10th, Art Trends will celebrate its 3rd anniversary from 4:00-7:00 pm. with a reception featuring original contemporary art by the nine participating artists. The celebration will be co-hosted by the Brunswick Golden Isles Chamber. Featured in the “Back to the Future” contemporary show will be new works in an outstanding range of motifs and mediums.

BURGERS & BAIT

We told you to save the date and now we’ve got more details about the big event. Come out to Certified Burgers & Beverage on Thursday evening, May 10, for great music by the always entertaining Owen Plant and Pace Conner and some delicious eats served up by Chef David Carrier and his crew at the Burgers & Bait Party and Captains Meeting for the 2018 Reelin’ in a Cure Fishing Tournament. Advance tickets are just $40 per per“We are really excited about our anniversary exhibition ‘Back to the Future’” says gallery president Ella Cart. “Contemporary trends in art are definitely where the market is going. We think our guests will enjoy this explosive display of color and creativity in two and three dimensions.” Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 3305 Frederica Rd. For more information visit ArtTrendsGallery.biz, or email info@ArtTrendsGallery.biz.

IT’S TURTLE CRAWL TIME

Since 2003, Jekyll Island has hosted Turtle Crawl, a weekend of races benefiting the Georgia Sea Turtle Center that includes two USA Triathlonsanctioned triathlons as well as 5K and 10K races. The Jekyll Island Authority opened the Center in 2007 as the only working wildlife hospital and turtle rehabilitation center of its kind in the state of Georgia. Open to the public, the Center features an interactive exhibit gallery and rehabilitation pavilion where guests can observe and learn about the more than 3,000 animals GSTC has treated and released. Funds raised by Turtle Crawl Weekend (more than $26,000 last year) help cover rehabilitation costs and educational programming. This year, race weekend is May 1113, and packet pick-up will be at the Center on Friday, May 11 from noon to 7:00 p.m. Saturday morning during the triathlons, GSTC staff and volunteers will host field day-style games, sea turtle education, and visits with the Center’s mascot, Scute, at Great Dunes Park. For more details and registration, visit jekyllisland.com/signatureevents/turtle-crawl-weekend/

son and can be purchased at Kennedy Outfitters or buy a ticket at the door for $45. The fishing tournament will take place on Saturday, May 12 at Morningstar Marina. Registration is $100 per angler and $50 for junior anglers (under age 15). Registration fee includes tickets to Burgers & Bait Party, Captains Meeting, swag bag and participant prizes. For any questions, email the ACS Victory Gala Board at reelininacure2018@gmail.com.

RED WHITE AND BLUES

The Americana & Blues Benefit for Hospice returns for an 8th year with headliners The Cash Box Kings from Chicago. This hard rockin’ blues band’s new smash hit CD, Royal Mint, is rocketing up the charts and they are up for several music awards in the industry, including Blues Album of the Year. It’s an honor and a privilege to have them performing here in the Golden Isles and to support the worthy cause of Hospice of the Golden Isles. On May 4, the band will be playing in Historic Downtown Brunswick for First Friday from 5:00-8:00 p.m. in Jekyll Square East, next to Tipsy McSway’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill. On Saturday, May 5, they’ll be at The TreeBar at Bennie’s Red Barn from 9:00 p.m. to midnight. A $10 donation is suggested, and all proceeds benefit Hospice of the Golden Isles.

LIGHT MUSIC 2018

Elegant Island Living is excited be a sponsor of the Little Light Music Concert Series presented by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society again this season. Every summer, residents and visitors gather on the oceanfront lawn beneath the St. Simons Lighthouse for these monthly Sunday evening concerts. Everyone is invited to bring their family, friends, a picnic, and lawn chairs for this beloved tradition. Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. The Tams will kick off the concerts on May 13. June 10, Loose Chain will make their SSI debut. On July 1, Still Cruzin’ returns for pre-holiday fun. The Sensational Sounds of Motown will close out the series on September 12. There will be no August concert. Tickets are $12 for adults, and children under 12 are admitted free of charge. Tickets may be purchased at the Museum Store in advance or at the gate the evening of the concert. Check the CGHS Facebook page for updates.

TAPS TO SOUND AGAIN

The St. Simons Island Rotary Club will once again present Taps at Twilight at the Neptune Park Bandstand on St. Simons Island at 6:45 p.m. on May 28. This 28th annual free Memorial Day commemoration honors men and women who have fallen in service of our country, those who valiantly have served and returned, and those who are serving today. This year’s speaker will be Col. Andrew D. Doehring, Deputy Commanding Officer at the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky. He manages over 5,000 soldiers and civilians throughout fourteen states and eighteen facilities. He is also currently President of the Fort Knox Community Schools Board of Education and a board member of the Hardin County Lacrosse Club. Patriotic music will be performed by the Golden Isles Community Concert Band, vocalist Trina Meade accompanied by Kathleen Turner, and Randolph Russell, saxophonist. Memorial bricks for Veterans Walk and American flags will be available for purchase.

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