85th Brunswick Blessing of the Fleet
The 85th annual Brunswick Blessing of the Fleet is a cherished tradition that celebrates the fishing industry in this coastal Georgia town. Each ... Keep Reading
The 85th annual Brunswick Blessing of the Fleet is a cherished tradition that celebrates the fishing industry in this coastal Georgia town. Each ... Keep Reading
Celebrate Earth Day with the Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources at CoastFest on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Mary Ross Waterfront Park in ... Keep Reading
Eugenia Price was a pioneer in American literature who wrote extensively on the culture and history of the American South. Her works focused largely ... Keep Reading
The Harrington School served as an educational hub for African American communities on St Simons Island. Over a century ago, the thriving ... Keep Reading
After the Civil War, a number of Geechee people who had been enslaved remained on St. Simons Island. They attended the First African Baptist Church, ... Keep Reading
Here's a lineup of Christmas and holiday events on St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island and Brunswick. ST. SIMONS ISLAND HOLIDAY ... Keep Reading
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 ... Keep Reading
Weddings and parties on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum! Are you looking for a beautiful, historic waterfront setting for ... Keep Reading
Here is the story of how the original sweet onion was developed in America beginning in the 1930’s until today: What is now a ... Keep Reading
Pier Village Market is the Golden Isles Premier Small Business Hub. Located at 215 Mallery Street, the Pier Village Market is an indoor shopping ... Keep Reading
St. Simons Island has been the backdrop of many novels, children's books not to mention the center of nonfiction publications. Below are just a few ... Keep Reading
10 Things to Know about St. Simons Island: St. Simons Island is the largest of Georgia's Golden Isles. It’s also midway between Savannah, Georgia ... Keep Reading
Jekyll Island lies just south of our beloved St. Simons. It is the smallest of Georgia’s major sea islands, is 10 miles long and one and one-half ... Keep Reading
What is Tabby, you ask? Tabby is a type of concrete made by burning oyster shells to create lime, then mixing it with water, sand, ash and broken ... Keep Reading
Spring brings sightings of all types of wildlife that have not been as visible throughout the winter months. This includes possible sightings of ... Keep Reading
Glynn County is located in the southeastern part of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 79,626. The county seat is Brunswick. ... Keep Reading
Below is a list of famous people from our Island: Jonathan Byrd, professional golfer Tina McElroy Ansa, novelist, journalist, essayist, and ... Keep Reading
Historic Ritz Theatre Just a hop, skip and a jump from St. Simons is an historic venue that ha stood the test of time. Originally, the Grand ... Keep Reading
Top Seven Ideas for a Spring Outdoor Escape in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites. Looking for an fun, outdoor jaunt for you and the family ... Keep Reading
Are you an art museum buff? Well, if you'd like to take a day trip about an 80 minutes north of St. Simons, the Telfair Museum is the place to ... Keep Reading
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) premiered a new hour-long documentary film last October, entitled Gullah Roots. The show followed leaders of the South ... Keep Reading
F.J. Torras Causeway is named for Fernando Joseph Torras (1885–1952), the causeway's main engineer who served as Brunswick's city manager for over 30 ... Keep Reading
Arts and culture thrive on St. Simons Island. A wide variety of creative artists are drawn to St. Simons Island as both residents and visitors. ... Keep Reading
Christ Church is an Episcopal church in St. Simons, Georgia. Beginning as a mission in 1736, the parish would be one of the first to form ... Keep Reading
Antique dealers from all over the southeast to attend the much-loved event on St. Simons Island. The show features a vast array of fine and fun ... Keep Reading
Before the Europeans descended on St. Simons Island, Native Americans lived on the Island for centuries. Just north of the village on St. Simons ... Keep Reading
Cherry Lime Rickey The rickey is a highball drink made from gin or bourbon, half of a lime squeezed and dropped in the glass, and carbonated water. ... Keep Reading
Why Sauvignon Blanc and Seafood Make a Perfect Pair. Sauvignon Blanc is a versatile, dry white wine that complements many seafood dishes. The ... Keep Reading
One of the favorite pastimes of St. Simons Island residents and visitors is watching dolphins. We love to see them as they play, fish or simply ... Keep Reading
The aquatic ecosystem of St. Simons Island houses a wide variety of animals, working in harmony to create the beautiful natural places we ... Keep Reading
St Simon's Island is a magical place to getaway on a romantic trip, a relaxing couples vacation or seaside wedding. With pristine and quiet beaches, ... Keep Reading
Until the Civil War, coastal Georgia thrived as the country’s premiere rice growing region. Many of the South’s great rice plantations disappeared ... Keep Reading
Each year Southern Living releases several lists boasting “The South’s Best.” This includes everything from accommodations to bookstores, ... Keep Reading
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