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If you’ve been waiting for a week where there’s actually something going on every night…this is it. From Derby hats and prime rib dinners to trivia nights, cookbook clubs, and a live music lineup that doesn’t quit, the Golden Isles is quietly stacking one of its busiest weeks in a while. Pick your spots wisely—or don’t. There’s a good case for going out every night.
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🎶 Record Store Day Returns to Brunswick — Save the Date
Vinyl lovers, mark your calendars.
Record Store Day is back on Saturday, April 18th, and Lou’s Record Shop is getting in on the action.
🕰️ 10:00 AM
🎯 Lou’s Record Shop, 3365 Cypress Mill Rd, Suite #7, Brunswick
If you’ve never experienced it before, Record Store Day is a nationwide celebration of independent record stores—featuring exclusive vinyl releases, limited pressings, and special drops you often can’t get anywhere else.
And yes…that means first come, first served.
Lou’s will have:
Limited Record Store Day releases (including some big-name artists)
A fresh wave of new vinyl hitting the shelves
Promo items and giveaways throughout the day
If you’re into records—even casually—this is one of those events worth showing up early for. The rare stuff doesn’t sit long.
More info: https://recordstoreday.com
📰 Worth a Read: Before First Friday…There Was Nothing
Before the crowds. Before the bars. Before First Friday pulling 10,000+ people…
Downtown Brunswick was, by most accounts, basically empty.
This Brunswick News piece actually does a great job connecting the dots—how decades of effort, local buy-in, and a real plan turned things around.
It’s easy to take downtown for granted now, but this is a good reminder:
👉 It wasn’t always like this—and it didn’t fix itself.
One of the more thoughtful local reads we’ve seen in a while.
📰 Fresh from The Lantern
Two new posts just dropped—and both hit on topics that clearly struck a nerve around here 👇
“Go to Jacksonville?” — The Great Local Hospital Debate
https://goldenisleslantern.beehiiv.com/p/local-hospital-debate-brunswick-ga
What started as a simple question turned into a full-blown debate about healthcare in Brunswick. ER wait times, quality of care, and the age-old advice: stay local or head to Jacksonville? The comments did not hold back on this one.
Accountants in Brunswick & The Golden Isles
https://goldenisleslantern.beehiiv.com/p/accountants-in-brunswick-the-golden-isles
A tough situation led to one of the most useful threads we’ve seen—locals sharing trusted CPAs across Brunswick and SSI. If you’ve been meaning to find a reliable accountant, this is a great place to start.
Want to explore more?
👉 Locals Recommend: https://goldenisleslantern.beehiiv.com/t/locals-recommend
👉 Community Conversation: https://goldenisleslantern.beehiiv.com/t/conversation
What’s Happening This Week
Monday, April 13
2nd Annual Kollier & Co. Kentucky Derby Fashion Show
🕰️ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Mullet Bay Restaurant, SSI
Big hats. Bold outfits. Derby energy in full swing. This is one of those “grab your friends and make a night of it” events—fashion show, pop-up shopping, and a little island glam.
It’s free to attend, with donations supporting The Farm at Oatland North—and there’s a 50/50 raffle (cash only). Show starts at 6 PM, and seating is first come, first served…so don’t roll in late.
April Coastal Cookbook Club
🕰️ 6:00 PM
🎯 Golden Isles Olive Oil Culinary Center, SSI
Food people, this one’s for you. A hands-on cookbook club where you’re actually cooking (not just talking about it). This round pulls from “Tea Time at the Masters,” so expect elevated comfort dishes and a social, wine-in-hand vibe.
Monday Night Runs
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 Game Changers Running Company, SSI
Mondays aren’t for the couch—at least not here. All paces welcome, zero pressure, just show up and move.
Tuesday, April 14
Paw Paint and Sip
🕰️ 11:00 AM
🎯 Pack Canine Studio, SSI
Yes, your dog is the artist. Yes, you get to keep the masterpiece. Yes, it’s adorable.
Music Bingo with Silver Bluff Brewing Company
🕰️ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Silver Bluff Brewing Company, Brunswick
Bingo… but make it music. Expect DJs, throwback hits, and prizes that are actually worth winning (beer tickets = motivation).
Speaker Series: Dr. Brett Albanese
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🎯 College of Coastal Georgia, Brunswick
Wildlife, conservation, and a deeper look at Georgia’s ecosystems. One of those “you’ll leave smarter than you came” events.
Fire, Flavor & Philanthropy Night (Safe Harbor Benefit)
🕰️ Evening
🎯 Del Sur Artisan Eats, SSI
A stacked lineup of local culinary talent bringing the heat—literally. This is one of those “food event of the week” type nights with proceeds going directly to Safe Harbor.
More info: https://safeharborcenterinc.org/chef/
Rum Tasting & Prime Rib Dinner to Benefit Safe Harbor Children’s Center
🕰️ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick
Guided rum tasting + prime rib + full dinner + dessert—all for $50, and it supports Safe Harbor. Easy call.
Earth Day Taps & Trivia
🕰️ 7:00 PM
🎯 760 Scranton Rd., Brunswick
Trivia with a purpose. A portion goes to the Glynn Environmental Coalition, so your random knowledge is doing actual good.
Wednesday, April 15
Field Trip: Wednesday Warbler Walk
🕰️ 8:00 AM
🎯 Cannon’s Point Preserve, SSI
Quiet trails, coastal birds, and a solid excuse to be outside early.
Marshland Credit Union Annual Meeting & Food Truck Event
🕰️ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 3650 Community Rd., Brunswick
Not your typical meeting—live music + food trucks (Messy Buns, Sandwich Guyz, Del Sur, Jersey Ice). Show up hungry.
Blessing of the Fleet Worship Service
🕰️ 6:30 PM
🎯 Shellman Bluff Baptist Church, Townsend
A meaningful kickoff to a beloved coastal tradition.
Pool Tournament at Ziggy’s
🕰️ 7:00 PM sign-ups (8:00 PM start)
🎯 Ziggy Mahoney’s, SSI
Rack ‘em up. Weekly pool tournament with a $10 entry—solid midweek competition.
Trivia Night is Wednesdays @ Tipsy’s
🕰️ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick
General knowledge, cold drinks, and the occasional chaotic tiebreaker.
Thursday, April 16
Golden Isles MomCo Regular Meeting
🕰️ 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM
🎯 708 Mansfield St., Brunswick
Supportive, welcoming, and childcare included—which honestly might be the headline.
Author Talk & Book Signing — J.C. Moore
🕰️ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🎯 The Casino, SSI
Suspense, storytelling, and a look inside the mind of a crime novelist.
Mahjong at Ziggy’s
🕰️ 1:00 PM
🎯 Ziggy Mahoney’s, SSI
Tiles, laughs, and low-key competition. Easygoing and social.
Book Signing & Recipe Tasting with Rebecca Lang
🕰️ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎯 Righton Books, SSI
Cookbook signing + actual food samples = a strong combo.
High Tea Open House at Imber Medical
🕰️ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 1620 Frederica Rd., SSI
Tea, light bites, live music, and a peek into their wellness offerings—with some event-only perks.
Decorum Styles Ribbon Cutting
🕰️ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
🎯 2226 Glynn Ave., Brunswick
New business energy downtown—always worth popping in.
Fly Tying Night
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 On The Fly Outfitters, Brunswick
Learn fly tying, talk fishing, sip cocktails, and get ready for flood tide season.
Velvet Thursday at Little Zooks
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Little Zooks, Brunswick
Live music, cocktails, and a little sparkle. Thursday pretending to be Friday.
This week’s Live Music Roundup is sponsored by Dreamweavers DJ — a father-and-son DJ team helping couples celebrate across Brunswick, SSI, Jekyll, Savannah, and Jacksonville.
https://dreamweaversdj.com
Monday, April 13
🎹 Tim Akins @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎤 Open Mic Night (Anthony Stubelek) @ Palm Coast Coffee, SSI – 8:30 PM start (sign-ups at 8:00 PM, $5 non-performers)
🎸 Scott Pallot @ Wee Pub Beach, JI – 7:00 PM
🎸 Rastar @ Rafters, SSI – 10:00 PM–12:00 AM
Tuesday, April 14
🎸 Lee O’Neal @ Sunrise Grille, JI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Tortuga Jack’s, JI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Josh Bruen @ Cooter Brown’s, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Michaele Hannemann @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 7:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Scott Pallot @ Wee Pub Beach, JI – 7:00 PM
Wednesday, April 15
🎸 Scott Pallot @ 24 Coastal Grill, JI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Rider Duo @ Tortuga Jack’s, JI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 The Pine Box Dwellers @ Boondox Tavern, Brunswick – 5:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Brody Williams @ Cactus, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Levi Moore @ Catch 228, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Tim Akins @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Hilton Garden Inn/Garden Grill, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Roy Gentry @ Mack’s Bar-B-Que, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎤 Emma Mac @ Uptown Tap & Cigar, SSI – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Tony Adams @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Paul Ivey @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse, Woodbine – 6:30 PM
Thursday, April 16
🎸 Lanie Mae @ Tortuga Jack’s, JI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Annie Akins @ Little Zooks, Brunswick – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎤 Songbird Open Mic Night @ Hootenanny’s in the Yard, Brunswick – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Cliff Bragdon @ Mellow Mushroom, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Roy Gentry @ Ocean Lodge Resort, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Rider @ The Wharf, JI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Crawford & Co. Songwriters’ Round @ Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick – 7:00 PM
🎸 Pier Pressure @ Wee Pub Beach, JI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Tony Adams & Tim Akins @ Bennie’s Red Barn/Tree Bar, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Backbeat Boulevard @ Mullet Bay, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Ryan Wilson @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎹 Hot Banana Coffee @ Reid’s Apothecary/The Study, Brunswick – 9:00 PM
🎤 The Original Georgia Tribute Festival @ The Ritz Theatre, Brunswick – Showtimes vary
More info: https://tributefestival.rocks
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