🎭 The Ritz Turns a Classic 125 + This Week’s Best Bets

Cue the lights and raise the curtain — the iconic Ritz Theatre turns 125 this week, and the celebration is as grand as the history it honors. From art and ukuleles to brass bands and birthday cake, downtown Brunswick is showing up in style to mark the moment. But that’s just the opening act — we’ve also got spooky scavenger hunts, soulful line dancing, trivia throwdowns, and enough yoga to stretch your stress into next week. Grab your calendar and let’s get into it!

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What’s Happening This Week

🗓️ Monday, September 29

🏃 Monday Night Runs @ Game Changers
🕰️ 6 PM – 7 PM
🎯 262 Redfern Village, SSI
Whether you're sprinting, strolling, or shuffling, join the crew at Game Changers for a weekly community run. All ages and paces welcome — no registration needed, just lace up and show up.

🎥 REELGood Mondays @ Driftwood Wine & Cocktails
🕰️ 6 PM – 9 PM
🎯 205 Gloucester Street, Brunswick
Monday movie night with a twist — and a twist of lemon. Sip wine or cocktails, nibble on charcuterie, and enjoy a flick with friends. Bonus: popcorn is just $3.

🧘 Mellow Mondays – Restorative Yoga with Susanne
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🎯 1510 Bay Street, Brunswick
Restore your energy and your inner peace. This class, hosted by Golden Isles Belly Dance, is all about letting go of the Monday madness. BYO mat or borrow one.

🗓️ Tuesday, September 30

🌱 6SEED Program for Startups & Side Hustles
🕰️ 4 PM – 6 PM
🎯 Lucas Center, 209 Gloucester Street, Suite 211, Brunswick
Got a business idea, side hustle, or early-stage startup? This 6-week program from the Lucas Center is designed to help you grow your business and get pitch-ready. Whether you're just starting out or not yet profitable, SEED offers expert guidance, community support, and a roadmap to your first employee or paycheck. Starts Tuesday, Sept. 30 and runs through early November — with a pitch event on Nov. 8 for those who complete the program.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1431560609319

🧘 Cardio Soul Line Dance Class
🕰️ 6:30 PM
🎯 Makers BWK, 1214 Newcastle Street, Brunswick
Let Tovah lead you through a dance class that’s equal parts fitness and fun. It’s upbeat, accessible for all, and guaranteed to get your steps in with soul.

🧠 Trivia Tuesdays @ Mack’s Bar-Be-Que
🕰️ 7 PM – 9 PM
🎯 6900 New Jesup Hwy, Brunswick
Scott Ryfun’s your host, Mack’s is bringing the ‘que, and your team brings the brainpower. Great food, cold drinks, and sweet prizes — including gift cards that might just cover your meal.

🎱 Bingo Night @ Village Inn & Pub
🕰️ 7 PM
🎯 Village Inn and Pub, SSI
Classic B-I-N-G-O with music, prizes, and cozy island vibes. Starts at 7 sharp — don’t be late!

🗓️ Wednesday, October 1

🎃 2025 Halloween Scavenger Hunt – Opening Day!
🕰️ 9 AM – 5 PM (ongoing Tues–Sun through Oct 31)
🎯 Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, 5556 US Hwy 17 N, Brunswick
Spooky season starts NOW! Pick up a clue-filled map at the front desk and hunt ghosts, pumpkins, and skeletons hidden across the plantation grounds. Bring the kids, the camera, and your best detective energy. Prize bags included with completed hunts!
Admission: $8.75 adults / $6.50 seniors / $5.50 youth / Kids under 5 free

☕ Lucas Forum – Entrepreneurship & Coffee
🕰️ 9 AM – 10 AM
🎯 Lucas Center, 209 Gloucester Street, Brunswick
Local entrepreneurs, founders, and dreamers gather monthly for this energizing community coffee chat. Come share your next big thing — or just soak up the inspiration.

💼 Glynn County Schools Job Fair
🕰️ 10 AM – 1 PM
🎯 Glynn County Board of Education, 5505 Altama Ave, Brunswick
Looking for a rewarding role in education or support services? Head to the Glynn County School System Job Fair to connect with school reps, explore open positions, and learn about the perks of working in local schools. Opportunities available include custodial staff, food service workers, and transportation roles. Bring your resume — and your questions!

🧘 Free Yoga @ SSI Library
🕰️ 3 PM – 4 PM
🎯 SSI Library (Room 108 in the Casino building)
Stretch, breathe, repeat. This beginner-friendly yoga session with instructor Bitsy Moores is totally free and open to all. BYO mat or borrow one on site.

More info: https://moglibraries.org

🧠 Trivia Night @ Tipsy McSway’s
🕰️ 7 PM – 9 PM
🎯 1414 Newcastle Street, Brunswick
Hosted by Mallory & Michael, this midweek trivia jam is packed with laughs, CHUG-OFFS for tie-breakers, and a shot at the trivia crown. Solo players welcome.

🗓️ Thursday, October 2

🤖 Supercharge Your Social Media With AI
🕰️ 9 AM – 10:30 AM
🎯 UGA Marine Extension, Brunswick
Step into the future of marketing! This hands-on session covers AI-generated content, audience targeting, and social strategy for entrepreneurs and marketers alike.

Register: https://ugasbdc.training/bru/0731-001

👩‍👧 Golden Isles MomCo Regular Meeting
🕰️ 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM
🎯 708 Mansfield Street, Brunswick (First Baptist Church Ed. Building, Room 204)
A welcoming group for moms with little ones — includes childcare (6 months to 5 years), a potluck-style brunch, and a supportive space to connect and recharge. First-timers welcome, no pressure to join.

🎨 Art Loop Kickoff & Gallery Opening: Best Friends by Catherine Durrett
🕰️ 5 PM – 7 PM
🎯 Millie Wilcox Gallery, Ritz Theatre, Brunswick
Portraits of people and their beloved pets? Yes, please. This whimsical and heartwarming art exhibit opens just in time for the New Brunswick Art Loop. Expect furry faces, fine art, and good vibes.

🎉 125th Anniversary of the Ritz Theatre
🕰️ 6 PM – 8 PM
🎯 Ritz Theatre, Brunswick
Celebrate a true local treasure as the iconic Ritz Theatre turns 125! This historic downtown gem has been lighting up lives since 1899 and will mark the occasion with an evening full of entertainment, memories, and community pride. Golden Isles Brass kicks things off at 6:15, followed by a special Penguin Project performance, remarks by Mayor Cosby Johnson, and a ukulele serenade by Jamie Renee Walker. Enjoy complimentary refreshments (yes, there will be cake! 🎂), shop for limited-edition Ritz merch, and take in the new Best Friends art exhibit by Catherine Durrett featuring people and their pets. Bonus: it's all part of the New Brunswick Art Loop from 5–7 PM, so plan to wander!

🎲 Dungeons & Dragons Night @ Spiral Wanderers
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 9 PM
🎯 Spiral Wanderers Coffee Bar & Book Shop, 1426 Grant Street, Brunswick
D20s and dragons await in this weekly fantasy adventure night. Newbies welcome — come roll with it!

🎵 Monday, September 29

🎹 Tim Akins @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Cody Marlowe @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎤 Paul Ivey @ Wee Pub Beach (JI) – 7:00 PM
🎙️ Open Mic w/ Anthony Stubelek @ Palm Coast Coffee (SSI) – 8:30 PM (Sign-up starts at 8:00 PM, $5 for non-performers)

🎵 Tuesday, September 30

🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎤 Austin Lane @ Downtown Cooter Brown’s (Bwk) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Michaele Hannemann @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 7:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Braxton Sykes @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎤 Joe King @ Wee Pub Beach (JI) – 7:00 PM

🎵 Wednesday, October 1

🎸 Ted Stuckey @ 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 (Bwk) – 5:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Levi Moore @ Catch 228 (SSI) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Tim Akins @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🥁 Darren Ronan @ Hilton Garden Grill (Bwk) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎤 Roy Gentry (host) @ Mack’s Bar-Be-Que Open Mic (Bwk) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎷 Nate Brown @ Uptown Tap & Cigar (SSI) – 6:00–7:30 PM
🎤 Tony Adams @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Dan Vonk @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse (Woodbine) – 6:30 PM
🎙️ Red Shed Band Jam (Open Mic) @ The Jerk Shack (Bwk) – 7:00 PM
🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎙️ Open Mic Night @ Wine Alley (SSI) – 7:00–10:00 PM (Sign-up at 6:00 PM)

🎵 Thursday, October 2

🎸 Joey Thigpen @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Rob Willis @ Tortuga Jack’s (JI) – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Cody Marlowe @ Fish Tales Pub & Grill (Bwk) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎙️ Song Bird Open Mic @ Hootenanny’s BBQ (Bwk) – 6:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Roy Gentry @ Rooftop at Ocean Lodge (SSI) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Crawford & Jim @ The Tipsy Zone @ Tipsy McSway’s (Bwk) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Jerry Gowen @ Georgia Sea Grill (SSI) – 6:30–9:30 PM
🎸 Rider @ The Wharf (JI) – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 WharfRatz @ Wee Pub Beach (JI) – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Tony Adams & Tim Akins @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar (SSI) – 8:00 PM
🎸 Cole Turner & Corey Lightsey @ Mullet Bay (SSI) – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎶 Live Music @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study (Bwk) – 9:00 PM (Call 912.289.2679 for password)

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