October 10 – 16: Tickets are now on sale for the 2011 McGladrey Classic, an Official PGA TOUR event being played October 10-16 on the legendary Seaside Course at Sea Island Golf Club on St. Simons Island, GA. The ticket launch coincides with the end of tax season in recognition of the tournament’s title sponsor, [...]
OCTOBER 1 – JANUARY 31:
St. Simons Island Lighthouse, one of only five surviving light towers in Georgia, the restored lighthouse on St Simons Island, with its original 3rd order Fresnel lens shining 18 miles out to sea, remains a navigational aid for traffic entering St. Simons Sound. 912-638-4666.
OCTOBER 1 – DECEMBER 31:
TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY: The Brunswick Bazaar and Farmers Market is open in Brunswick’s Mary Ross Waterfront Park, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Seasonal produce, homemade food products, plants, collectibles and flea market items, jewelry, arts and crafts and more. Bay St. 912-262-6934 or goldenislesarts.org.
OCTOBER 1 – DECEMBER 31:
Jekyll Island Passport to the Century! Daily guided tram tour of 240-acre historic district includes entry into two cottages. Adults $16, Children 6-12 $7, Free under 6. Jekyll Island Museum 912-635-4036 or jekyllisland.com.
OCTOBER 1 – 9:
Juried Members’ Show. Opening reception September 1st, from 5-7 p.m. Exhibit continues through Sunday, October 9th. Call 912-638-8770 or visit glynnart.org.
OCTOBER 7 – 29:
A Magical Mystery Tour! A juried exhibit of work in all media reflecting or inspired by the music and iconography of the Beatles, in conjunction with the opening show of our 2011-2012 Performing Arts Series, Yesterday: A Tribute to the Beatles. Opening reception Friday, October 7, 5 – 8 p.m. 1530 Newcastle St. 912-262-6934 or goldenislesarts.org.
OCTOBER 7:
First Friday. Downtown Brunswick Promenade from 5-8 p.m. Take a stroll through our beautiful downtown district. Galleries and shops will be open and serving wine & snacks, with live music in the pocket parks. Visit brunswickgeorgia.net.
OCTOBER 7:
Rocktoberfest – A concert at the Coastal Kitchen at Golden Isles Marina on St. Simons Island. Concert begins at 6 p.m., performers include Soul Gravy, Mojo Bone. 9:15 p.m, Greg Hester will be joined by John Popper of Blues Traveler and Ivan Neville formerly of the Neville Brothers. Tickets are $20 per person. 912-638-7790 for more information.
OCTOBER 8 – 9:
Glynn Art In The Park! 42nd Annual FINE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL! Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Postell Park in the Pier Village, St. Simons Island. Call 912-638-8770 or visit glynnart.org.
OCTOBER 10 – 16:
McGladrey Classic! Tickets are now on sale for the 2011 McGladrey Classic, an Official PGA TOUR event being played October 10-16 on the legendary Seaside Course at Sea Island Golf Club on St. Simons Island, GA. The ticket launch coincides with the end of tax season in recognition of the tournament’s title sponsor, McGladrey, a leader in corporate tax, assurance and business consulting. For more information, 912-634-3266 or visit mcgladreyclassic.com.
OCTOBER 12:
Darius Rucker Concert – Darius Rucker will be performing live at the McGladrey Classic on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at mcgladreyclassic.com.
OCTOBER 14:
Eleventh Annual International Night Out. The International Night Out is a fabulous evening of fine international cuisine, wine, music & dancing, all to benefit the International Seafarers’ Center, a local nonprofit ministry. 6-9 p.m. So come on out and have a great time, all to benefit a great ministry! 912-267-0631 or visit seafarercenter.org.
OCTOBER 16:
Rhythm on the River – Soul Gravy concert takes place in Historic Downtown Brunswick at Queens Square. 6-8 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, children 12 & under free. 912-265-4032 or visit brunswickgeorgia.net.
OCTOBER 19:
Chef’s Demonstration at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. As the chef shows how to prepare two courses and the accompaniments, questions and comments are welcomed from the audience. The relaxed atmosphere gives guests an opportunity to learn how to prepare and present delicious fare and to exchange ideas with the chef and each other. The chef provides a very generous tasting of each course, a glass of wine that compliments each meal and printed, easy-to-follow recipes. Come with an appetite! 1:30-3:30 p.m. Reservations are required. 912-635-2600 or visit jekyllclub.com.
OCTOBER 21, 22, 27, 28, 29:
The Island Players – a community theatre located in the Casino Building at the Pier Village. The musical Into The Woods presented at 8 p.m. General admission tickets are available $20 at the day of the show. 912-638-0338 or visit theislandplayers.com.
OCTOBER 22:
The Cloister 2011 Food & Wine Series! Explore the world of wine and its symbiotic relationship with food. Each event showcases a specific region, varietal, or vitner and the talent of Sea Island’s culinary team. The Cloister Georgian Room, 6:30 p.m. 5-Course Dinner with Pairings – Cosecha is the Spanish word for Harvest. Join John Kimball of Eric Solomon Selections as he defines Place over Process. The dinner will feature grower produced wines from Spain and the harvest bounty of Sapelo Farms. 866-879-6238 to make advance reservations or visit Sea Island Food & Wine Series Dinners.
OCTOBER 23, 30:
The Island Players – a community theatre located in the Casino Building at the Pier Village. The musical Into The Woods presented at 3 p.m. General admission tickets are available $20 at the day of the show. 912-638-0338 or visit theislandplayers.com.
OCTOBER 26 – 28:
Georgia Florida Golf Classic. Join the largest golf tournament in Bulldawg Nation. The Georgia-Florida tradition attracts fans from across the country to defend the reputation of thier favorite team. Golf is played the Thursday and Friday before the Georgia-Florida Football Game. October 26th, 7 – 11 p.m. October 27th & 28th, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. Other activities include cocktail parties, oyster roasts, putting contests and more. Tournament Entry Fee, $270 – $300. Parking Fee $5. For more information, 877-453-5955 or visit exploregeorgia.org.
OCTOBER 27:
Movie at the Ritz – The Bride of Frankenstein, a Masterpiece of Horror, Humor and Pathos. 7 p.m. Join us for a fun movie party night! Halloween costume contest (all types of costumes encouraged). $5 admission all ages. Box office opens at 5 p.m. Short Subjects & Cartoons at 6:30. For more information, 912-262-6934 or visit goldenislesarts.org.
OCTOBER 29-30:
GA/FLA Communiity Beach Sweep! 7:30-9:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help with this two-day endeavor. Meet either day (Oct. 29 or 30) at the Saint Simons East Beach old Coast Guard Station boardwalk to be part of the good “clean” fun! We’ll provide the trash bags and gloves. We just need Y-O-U! 912-279-1490 or visit Keep Brunswick – Golden Isles Beautiful.
OCTOBER 30:
Sunday Dinner Dance at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a delightful gourmet dinner and ballroom dancing to the music of The Chris Smith Combo band in the Grand Dining Room. Featured entrée choices for the evening are a – Chef’s Special – including a special seasonal pick. 912 635-2400 for reservations or visit Jekyll Island Club.
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October 26 – 27: Whether you are a Bulldog or a Gator, the Georgia-Florida Golf Classic is a great way to relax and unwind before the annual Georgia-Florida Football Game. Held on Jekyll Island’s three beautiful 18-hole golf course, this 32 year tradition, provides the perfect mix of golf, food, and fun. Enjoy two rounds [...]
October 7 – 29: Relive the incredible excitement of the most influential group in the history of pop music. The #1 Beatles tribute act in the world recreates the group’s historic performances on The Ed Sullivan Show, at The Hollywood Bowl and at Shea Stadium in this amazing musical tour through the greatest hits of [...]
The First Lighthouse (1810) On October 17, 1804, John Couper, a plantation owner on St. Simons Island, deeded four acres of his land, known as “Couper’s Point,” at the south end of the island for one dollar to the Federal government for the construction of a lighthouse. James Gould of Massachusetts was hired in 1807 [...]