⚡ Kickball, Kundalini & Karaoke—Your Weekend, Supercharged

Ready to level up your weekend? Whether you're flowing through chakras, belting out your favorite karaoke ballad, or reliving P.E. glory days on the kickball field—this week’s lineup is full of high vibes and hometown fun. From moonlit meals to mermaid magic, there's something for every mood, every pace, and every kind of Golden Isles local. Let’s dive in.

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⚽ Are You Ready for Some Kickball?

Get those cleats dusted off and your team chat fired up—adult kickball is back at Selden Park this fall, and it’s going to be a blast. Games start September 15, with weekday matchups rolling between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM under the lights. Whether you're in it for the glory, the laughs, or the post-game hangouts, this co-ed league is the perfect way to blow off steam, make new friends, and maybe even settle a few old gym-class scores.

✅ $350 per team
✅ 8-player minimum (12–15 recommended)
✅ Unlimited team size, unlimited kicks per game
✅ 1:1 male-to-female ratio rule for fair play
✅ At least 8 officiated games, plus a championship tournament
✅ Free agent teams can be formed if you don’t have a squad

The deadline to register is September 10, and this league always fills up fast. Don’t miss out on one of the most fun and nostalgic ways to stay active this fall. Whether you’re repping your workplace, your neighborhood crew, or your friend group who just likes matching shirts—there’s a place on the field for you.

👉 Register online: https://glynncounty.org/153/Recreation-and-Parks
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
📞 Or just call: 912-279-2802

What’s Happening This Weekend

🎯 Thursday, August 7

🖼️ Brunswick Art Loop – CAAGA Exhibit Opening
🕰️ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 Millie Wilcox Gallery at the Historic Ritz Theatre, Brunswick
A reception celebrating the Contemporary Arts Alliance of Georgia’s new exhibit. Stroll, sip, and enjoy an evening of local contemporary art. Exhibit runs through Aug 31.

🎯 Girl’s Night at The Facility
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 136 Venture Drive, Brunswick, GA
Ladies, grab your crew and your curiosity—this one’s for you! Enjoy range access, instruction from Rob Lachance, and rental guns in a safe and welcoming setting. First-timers welcome! Come early around 5:30 to grab a latte and meet others. Bonus: Mention Girl’s Night for 10% off your café order.
💸 $10 for members / $50 for non-members

🎯 Friday, August 8

📚 Back to School Blast
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Ocean Lodge Resort, St. Simons Island
Live music from Roy Gentry & the Hired Guns, drink specials, and a school supply drive. Donate a backpack or supplies and get a free drink or bread service.

🕹️ Harry Potter Pinball Launch Tournament
🕰️ 7:00 PM
🎯 The Pinball Palace, Brunswick
$25 entry for a night of pinball magic. Celebrate the launch of the new Harry Potter machine and compete in a friendly tournament.
More info: https://www.thepinballpalace.com

🕺 Fun Friday Belly Dance (All Levels)
🕰️ 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎯 1312 Newcastle Street, Brunswick
Beginner- and intermediate-friendly belly dancing class with Golden Isles Belly Dance. Great fun, new combos, and shimmies guaranteed. $90–$110 for full 7-week session.
More info: https://www.lenamikado.com/service-page/fun-friday-summer-class-2025

🏁 Golden Isles Speedway – Night Under the Lights (Practice)
🕰️ 7:00 PM
🎯 101 Speedway Drive, Waynesville
Friday night practice for Round #3 of the 2025 Track Championship. Grandstands are free, pit access is $25.

🎤 Karaoke Under the Stars
🕰️ 9:00 PM – 11:55 PM
🎯 267 Village at Glynn Place, Brunswick
Weekly karaoke party with prizes for best effort, best duo, crowd favorite, and more. Tomfoolery encouraged.

🎯 Saturday, August 9

🍅 Forward Brunswick Farmer’s Market
🕰️ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🎯 Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Brunswick
Fresh produce, handmade goods, and more from local vendors at this open-air waterfront market.
More info: https://forwardbrunswick.org/farmersmarket

🎾 Meet the Head Pro – Jekyll Island Tennis Center
🕰️ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎯 Jekyll Island Tennis Center
Swing by the courts and meet Paytin Snowball, the new Head Tennis Professional at Jekyll Island Tennis Center. Whether you're curious about tennis or already a regular, this is a great chance to chat with Paytin, enjoy light snacks, check out the facility, and even hit the courts—no charge to attend!

🌕 Moon Rise at ECHO
🕰️ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort, St. Simons Island
Celebrate the full moon rise with oceanfront views, a fresh new menu, and unforgettable dining. Locally sourced ingredients and full moon magic await.

🏁 Golden Isles Speedway – Round 3 Race & Ladies Night
🕰️ 5:00 PM
🎯 101 Speedway Drive, Waynesville
Crown Vic racing, plus a special Powder Puff race for the ladies. Adults $20, kids under 12 free.

🧜 Enchanted Sea
🕰️ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Best Western, St. Simons Island
A magical underwater-themed evening for kids ages 2–12 and their grownups. Dress as a mermaid, pirate, or sea royalty. Proceeds support drowning prevention and water safety education.
RSVP to [email protected]

🎯 Sunday, August 10

⚾ Brunswick Reds 11U Tryouts
🕰️ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎯 North Glynn Sports Complex
Open tryouts for kids interested in joining the Brunswick Reds 11U team for their inaugural season. Players must not turn 12 before May 1, 2026.

🧘‍♀️ Kundalini Yoga & Meditation – Root and Sacral Chakra Series
🕰️ 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
🎯 1312 Newcastle Street, Brunswick
A relaxing Sunday series led by Susanne Jackson combining meditation, yoga, and mindfulness to reset your week and your soul. Drop-in available; $80–$95 for full series.

🎵 Thursday, August 7

🎤 Rob Willis @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 5–8pm
🎤 Annie Akins @ Little Zooks (Bwk) – 6–8pm
🎶 Song Bird Open Mic @ Hootenanny's BBQ (Bwk) – 6–8pm
🎤 Lanie Mae @ The Hangout Bar & Grill (Bwk) – 6–9pm
🎸 Soulful Dave @ Rooftop at Ocean Lodge (SSI) – 6–9pm
🎤 Crawford & Jim @ The Tipsy Zone at Tipsy McSway’s (Bwk) – 6–9pm
🎹 Jerry Gowen @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:30–9:30pm
🎸 Phil King @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎸 Grumpy Monkey @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎶 Rider Trio @ The Wharf (JI) – 6–9pm
🎶 Rider Trio @ Rafters (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎷 Hot Banana Coffee @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study (Bwk) – 9pm
🎸 20 Watt Tombstone @ LL Creek (Waycross) – 9pm

🎵 Friday, August 8

🎤 Lanie Mae @ Tribuzio's Grille (JI) – 5–8pm
🎸 Blossomin Bone @ Hootenanny's BBQ (Bwk) – 5–8pm
🎸 Live Music @ Beachcomber BBQ (SSI) – 5–8pm
🎶 Roy Gentry & the Hired Guns @ Rooftop at Ocean Lodge (SSI) – 6–9pm
🎤 Brody Williams @ Founder's Social (JI) – 6–9pm
🎤 Annie Akins @ Sea Palms Resort / Sago (SSI) – 6–9pm
🎸 Josh Nunn @ Shore / Residence Inn (JI) – 6–9pm
🎸 Jeff Allyn Szwast @ Eighty Ocean Kitchen & Bar (JI) – 6–9pm
🎹 Jerry Gowen @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:30–9:30pm
🎸 Paige King @ Brogen's South (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎸 James Koan III @ Rafters (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎸 Page Brothers Band @ The Tipsy Zone at Tipsy McSway’s (Bwk) – 7–10pm
🎸 Casey Robinson @ Toucans Ale House (Bwk) – 7–10pm
🎸 Live Music @ Wine Alley at Wine Body & Soul (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎶 Your Mom’s Favorite Band @ Fish Tales Pub & Grill (Bwk) – 7–10pm
🎤 Cole Terry @ Ember / MAS Lounge (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎸 Willis Gore & Greg Kearney @ Fish Dock Bar & Grill (Townsend) – 7–10pm
🎶 Hot Banana Coffee @ The Firefly (St Marys) – 5:30–8:30pm
🎸 Tumblin Dice @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse (Woodbine) – 6:30pm
🎸 Live Music @ V Pizza (SSI) – 6–9pm
🎶 Live Music @ The Wharf (JI) – 6–9pm
🎶 Backbeat Boulevard @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar (SSI) – 9pm ($5 cover)
🎷 The Pine Box Dwellers @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study (Bwk) – 9pm
🎸 Wasabi Rush @ Murphy’s Tavern (SSI) – 10pm
🎸 Rider @ The Strand Bistro / Chophouse (Jesup) – 8–11pm
🎸 Frost Bros Band @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎸 Last Call @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 6–9pm

🎵 Saturday, August 9

🎸 Parker Sanders @ Tabby House Brewing Co (Darien) – 12–2pm
🎶 Hot Banana Coffee Duo @ King City Kitchen (SSI) – 12–4pm
🎸 Rider @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 1–4pm
🎤 Gabe Spell @ Founder’s Social (JI) – 1–4pm
🎶 Matthew Mathis @ Rafters (SSI) – 3–6pm
🎸 Sean Clark @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse (Woodbine) – 3pm
🎸 Blossomin Bone @ The Bar at Mallery (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎤 Michaele Hannemann @ 24 Coastal Grill / Holiday Inn (JI) – 5–8pm
🎸 Braxton Sykes @ Beachcomber BBQ (SSI) – 5–8pm
🎸 Mike McDaniel @ The Hangout Bar & Grill (Bwk) – 6–9pm
🎸 Josh Kirkland Band @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎸 Backbeat Boulevard @ The Wharf (JI) – 6–9pm
🎶 Jeff Allyn Szwast @ Shore / Residence Inn (JI) – 6–9pm
🎹 Jerry Gowen @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:30–9:30pm
🎸 Northern Exposure @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse (Woodbine) – 6:30pm
🎸 Defunk @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study (Bwk) – 9pm
🎸 Julia Ryan @ Brogen’s South (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎸 Common Ground @ Tribuzio’s Grille (JI) – 6–9pm
🎸 Last Call @ Toucans Ale House (Bwk) – 7–10pm
🎸 Cornbread2Coconuts @ Rafters (SSI) – 7–10pm
🎸 Tim Akins @ Union Station Brewing Co (Jesup) – 7–10pm
🎸 Cole Turner @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 8–11pm
🎸 Your Mom’s Favorite Band @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar (SSI) – 9pm ($5 cover)
🎶 Live Music @ V Pizza (SSI) – 6–9pm
🎤 Roy Gentry & the Hired Guns @ Darien Waterfront Park – 7–9pm (Free, bring chairs + canned goods)
🎸 Pier Pressure @ The Tipsy Zone at Tipsy McSway’s (Bwk) – 6–9pm
🎸 Owen Plant @ The Wharf (JI) – 12–3pm
🎶 Leo Dean (Buffett Tribute Cruise) @ Anchor Excursions / Emmeline (SSI) – 6:30–8:30pm
🎶 Woodbine Opry – Electric Dance Band Show – 7pm (Dining room opens at 5pm)

🎵 Sunday, August 10

🎶 Live Music @ Rooftop at Ocean Lodge (SSI) – 11am–1pm
🎸 Willis Gore @ Bubba Garcia’s (SSI) – 12–3pm
🎶 Hot Banana Coffee Duo @ Driftwood Wine & Cocktails (Bwk) – 12–3pm
🎸 Tim Akins @ Heritage Oaks Golf Club (Bwk) – 12–3pm
🎸 Owen Plant @ The Wharf (JI) – 12–3pm
🎶 Live Music @ Barrier Island Brewing (SSI) – 12–3pm
🎸 Josh Nunn @ Tabby House Brewing Co (Darien) – 2–5pm
🎸 Sean Clark @ Captain Stan's Smokehouse (Woodbine) – 3pm
🎸 Blossomin Bone @ Beachcomber BBQ (SSI) – 5–8pm
🎤 Rachel Thompson @ The Hangout Bar & Grill (Bwk) – 5–8pm
🎶 Hot Banana Coffee @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 4–7pm
🎸 Backbeat Boulevard @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 1–4pm
🎸 Cody Marlowe @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 7–10pm

Did we miss something? Have an event to share? Drop us a line at [email protected]!