Downtown Brunswick is having one of those weeks where everything clicks. A long-requested bakery is officially on the way, a Coastal Georgia food institution is planting a flag downtown, and the calendar is stacked with music, trivia, wine, movement, and a full slate of reasons to get out of the house. Whether you’re here for the doughnuts, the shrimp, or just something to do after work, this week’s got you covered.

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Two well-known food names just dropped announcements that signal real momentum on Newcastle Street — and yes, the timing is kind of perfect.

First up: Newcastle Bakery is officially coming downtown, setting up shop inside Brown Butter Shoppe at 1614 Newcastle Street. They’re planning to be open three days a week, with schedules posted weekly and rotating flavors based on customer requests. Even better: they’ll be using QR codes around town so folks can easily check hours and availability.

What makes this especially fun? This announcement lands just days after our recent piece where locals loudly and repeatedly asked for — you guessed it — a bakery (and doughnuts) downtown. Sometimes the universe has a sense of humor. Sometimes it just listens.

And then there’s a heavy hitter.

B & J's Steaks and Seafood, a long-time institution in Darien, is opening a second location in Historic Downtown Brunswick this spring. For anyone who’s ever eaten along Highway 17, this name needs no introduction.

With a laid-back Lowcountry style, B & J’s has built its reputation on fresh, locally sourced seafood — meeting daily with local shrimpers, running beloved buffets, and serving up everything from shrimp and crab legs to steaks, burgers, pizza, and country cooking. It’s the kind of place families plan around, not just stop into. Bringing that energy downtown is a big deal.

A neighborhood bakery and a coastal Georgia institution, both choosing downtown Brunswick, both arriving right on time.

Not bad for a week’s worth of news.

Monday Night Runs
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 Game Changers Running Company, SSI
Mondays aren’t for the couch. A welcoming weekly group run for runners, walkers, and run-walkers of all ages and paces. Whether you’re training for a race or just showing up for community, there’s a spot for you.

Around the World in a Year — A Monthly Wine Experience 🍷✈️
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎯 Driftwood Wine & Cocktails, Brunswick
A guided, ticketed wine tasting that explores a new region each month. Expect two reds, two whites, curated snack pairings, and a Wine Passport to track your journey. Intimate, educational, and a great excuse to linger on a Monday night.
Tickets: https://order.toasttab.com/online/driftwood-wine-cocktails-205-gloucester-street

Seasons — The Coastal Symphony of Georgia 🎻
🕰️ 7:30 PM
🎯 Golden Isles Youth Orchestra, SSI
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performed with solo violinist and orchestra, followed by a rediscovered symphony by French composer Louise Farrenc. A polished, sit-back-and-soak-it-in kind of evening.
More info & tickets: https://coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org

Tai Chi (Adult Beginners)
🕰️ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
🎯 Ida Hilton Library, Darien
Slow, steady movement with big benefits. This beginner-friendly Tai Chi class focuses on balance, flexibility, and calm, led by instructor Sandra Double. No experience required.

Music Bingo 🎶🍺
🕰️ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Silver Bluff Brewing Company, Brunswick
Island Sound DJs turn bingo into a music-powered party. Expect prizes, beer tickets, and plenty of sing-along moments between sips.

Singles Night 💘
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Driftwood Wine & Cocktails, Brunswick
A relaxed, low-pressure evening for singles ages 21–45. Light structure, easy conversation, and zero awkward icebreakers. Come curious, leave smiling.
Sign-up: https://forms.gle/uUn9qQcBZ4jejo5e8

Trivia Tuesdays at Mack’s Bar-Be-Que 🧠🍻
🕰️ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Mack’s Bar-Be-Que, Brunswick
Local radio personality Scott Ryfun hosts a fast-moving trivia night with prizes — including Mack’s gift cards that might just cover dinner. Bring your smartest (or luckiest) friends.

Nurse Hiring Event — Meet Our Team & Explore Open Positions 🩺
🕰️ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎯 Southeast Georgia Health System, Brunswick
On-the-spot interviews for full-time and part-time RN positions across multiple departments. Competitive pay, benefits, and sign-on bonuses available. Bring your resume.

Afternoon Yoga 🧘‍♀️
🕰️ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎯 Casino Building, Room 108, SSI
A free, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to stretch, reset, and shake off the midweek tension. Mats welcome; extras available.
More info: https://www.glynncountylibrary.org

Rock ’n’ Roll Bingo with “SistaFun” 🎶🎉
🕰️ 6:00 PM
🎯 Fish Tales Pub & Grill, Brunswick
Classic bingo meets rock-and-roll energy. Expect music, laughs, and prizes in a lively, no-pressure atmosphere.

Cards, Cocktails & Competition ♠️🍸
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Driftwood Wine & Cocktails, Brunswick
A rotating weekly card night featuring Hearts, Gin Rummy, and customer favorites. Quick tutorial before play starts — come solo or bring a partner.

Trivia Night — Pirate Theme 🏴‍☠️
🕰️ 7:00 PM
🎯 Tipsy McSway, Brunswick
Grab your crew, channel your inner pirate, and battle for bragging rights. Reservations recommended.
Call to reserve: 912-267-9991

Book Club: America Fantastica by Tim O’Brien 📚
🕰️ 2:00 PM
🎯 Ida Hilton Library, Darien
Join the discussion in person at the library or virtually via Google Meet. A timely, thought-provoking read with flexible attendance options.
Virtual option: https://meet.google.com/kpv-rtnx-dvs

Master Your Garden 🌱
🕰️ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 Glynn County Extension Office, Brunswick
A shorter, practical take on Master Gardener topics without the long-term volunteer commitment. Perfect for getting your spring and summer garden dialed in.
Pricing: $5 per class
Call 912-554-7577 or email [email protected] to register.

January Book Club — The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown 📖
🕰️ 6:30 PM
🎯 G.J. Ford Bookshop, SSI
Dive into Dan Brown’s latest thriller with fellow readers. Expect lively discussion, plot twists, and plenty of theories. A strong turnout is already expected.

Line Dancing with Halle 🤠💃
🕰️ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 The Hangout Bar & Grill, Brunswick
No partner required — just show up and learn some new moves. High-energy, beginner-friendly, and always a good time.

Trivia Night at Side Pockets 🧠🎱
🕰️ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎯 Side Pockets, Brunswick
Every five questions there’s a winner. Come early, grab food and drinks, and settle in for a classic trivia night with steady prizes.

🎹 Tim Akins @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Eddie Pickett @ Wee Pub Beach, Jekyll – 7:00 PM
🎻 Coastal Symphony of Georgia – Seasons @ Wesley Church at Frederica, SSI – 7:30 PM
🎤 Open Mic Night (Anthony Stubelek, host) @ Palm Coast Coffee, SSI – 8:30 PM
(All ages · $5 for non-performers · Sign-up at 8 PM)

🎤 Soulful Dave @ Mellow Mushroom, SSI – 5:30–7:30 PM
🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Roy Gentry @ Downtown Cooter Brown’s, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Michaele Hannemann @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Eddie Pickett @ Wee Pub Beach, Jekyll – 7:00 PM

🎸 The Pine Box Dwellers @ Boondox Tavern, Brunswick – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Rider Duo @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 5:00–8:00 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
🎸 Live Music @ Uptown Tap & Cigar, SSI – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Tony Adams @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎤 Open Mic Night @ Wine Alley / Wine Body & Soul, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse, Woodbine – 6:30 PM
🎸 Spleenbreaker @ Rafters, SSI – 11:30 PM–1:30 AM

🎸 Rob Willis @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎤 Songbird Open Mic Night @ Hootenanny’s in the Yard, Brunswick – 6:00–8:00 PM
(Family-friendly · Originals encouraged · Guest hosts: The Maundy Thursdays)
🎸 Brody Williams @ Fish Tales Pub & Grill, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Crawford, Jim & Jayson @ Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Rider @ The Wharf, Jekyll – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 WharfRatz @ Wee Pub Beach, Jekyll – 7:00 PM
🎸 Tony Adams & Tim Akins @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Cliff Bragdon @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Mullet Bay, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Hot Banana Coffee @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study, Brunswick – 9:00 PM

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