Get Ready for Mardi Gras at Seaside Sisters
By admin at January 31, 2012 | 10:12 am | 0 Comment
Going to the Masquerade Ball but still looking for some unique pieces that will really make you stand out from the rest? Go to Seaside Sisters located on 1207 US Highway 80 Tybee Island and you will be amazed at the variety of exquisite Mardi Gras Masks and the one of a kind, hand crafted Mardi Gras Beads. Seaside Sisters has been voted the best gift shop on
Deadline For Critz Tybee Run Fest
By admin at January 30, 2012 | 9:29 am | 0 Comment
If you are interested in participating in the Critz Tybee run Fest the deadline for registration is this Tuesday. You cannot sign up the day of the event. North Beach Grill 5K Friday night at 6:00pm at the Lighthouse Sundae Cafe 10K Saturday morning at 7:00am Critz Half Marathon Saturday morning at 8:30am Lighthouse Pizza 2.8 Mile Beach Run Saturday afternoon
Latitude 32 Grand Reopening!!
By admin at January 29, 2012 | 8:28 am | 0 Comment
Let's Celebrate the Grand Reopening of Latitude 32!! Where: 1213 Us Highway 80 Ste M (previously the Shell Art Building) When: February 4th Time: 2pm-until There will be live music from Darryl Wise and fantastic specials on merchandise. The new building looks amazing so come on out to support one of Tybee's Favorite Local Businesses!! See you
2012 Mardi Gras Tybee T-Shirts Are Here
By admin at January 28, 2012 | 9:00 am | 0 Comment
The 2012 Mardi Gras Tybee T-Shirts (long sleeves!) are here! They are available for purchase NOW at the following locations: Seaside Sister's 1207 US Highway 80 786-9216, Gallery by the Sea 1016 U.S. 80 786-7979, and Sandy's by the Shore 1601 Inlet Avenue 786-0339. The T-shirts will be available for on line purchase later on this week. The medium to xlarge are
SEASIDE SISTERS GOES TO THE DOGS
By admin at January 27, 2012 | 9:49 am | 0 Comment
Mermaid Cottages and Seaside Sisters join hands (paws) to help local Military vets with a fundraiser for Paws4Vets. Paws for pets offers Veterans and Active duty Service members with disabilities, trained assistance dogs free of charge. All Paes4Vets Assistance Dogs are trained by federal inmates within one of five federal prisons and/ or the Paws4Pets Wounded
Mardi Gras Tybee 2012
By admin at January 26, 2012 | 9:37 am | 0 Comment
On February 17th and 18th, 2012 the Tybee Island Tourism Council will present the 4th Annual Mardi Gras Tybee celebration on Tybee Island, Georgia. Tybee is a natural setting for the Mardi Gras event due to its unique character and fun-loving residents. The event will encompass the traditions of Mardi Gras, an event with origins dating back to the ancient Romans and
Critz Tybee Run Fest February 3-4th
By admin at January 25, 2012 | 9:17 am | 0 Comment
North Beach Grill 5K Friday night at the Lighthouse Sundae Cafe 10K Saturday morning at 7:00am Critz Half Marathon Saturday morning at 8:30am Lighthouse Pizza 2.8 Mile Beach Run Saturday afternoon at 12:00pm YMCA 1 Mile Run Saturday afternoon at 1:00pm You can do 1, 2, 3, 4, or all 5 events - whichever you choose. If you participate in all 5 events, the
Mardi Gras Tybee 2012
By admin at January 24, 2012 | 9:29 am | 0 Comment
Tybee Island Tourism Council presents Mardi Gras Tybee 2012 this February 17th & 18th! Come to Tybee to enjoy the parade, street party, good eats, and live Zydeco and Dixieland Music. This year will be the best one yet. The new T-shirts are in and up for purchase on the island. Sandy's by the Shore, Seaside Sisters, and Gallery by the Sea has them in stock.
Red Cross Community Blood Drive
By admin at January 23, 2012 | 9:41 am | 0 Comment
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate. There is no substitute for your donation. When you make a blood donation, you join a very select group. Currently only 3 out of every 100 people in America donate blood. From its beginning, the American Red Cross has
Georgia Kyle at the Tybee Church
By admin at January 22, 2012 | 8:41 am | 0 Comment
Tybee Church is pleased to have Georgia Kyle as a musical guest Sunday, January 29th. The service will take place at Benny's Tavern from 10:30-11:30 am. We really hope to see you
“From the Heart” Art Show Feb 3-5
By Lisa Loyd at January 21, 2012 | 9:14 am | 0 Comment
Bring a donation for the Rising Tyde Community Food Pantry and enjoy an Art and Fine Craft Show at the Firehouse Art Center! Beautiful paintings, prints, glass art, photography, sculpture, jewelry, fiber art, mosiaics, and quilts will be displayed and for sale. There will also be fantastic art demonstrations, music, and door prizes. The reception is on Friday from
Tybee’s Mardi Gras Street Party
By Lisa Loyd at January 20, 2012 | 9:45 am | 0 Comment
The Street Party takes place from 12pm-6pm at the south end of Tybee next to the Tybee Pier and Pavilion. Live music, vendors, and great times. This event is open to the public and FREE! A traditional South Carolina Dixieland Band will be playing from 12-3pm and Zydeco favorite Dwight "Black Cat" Carrier will play from 3-6pm. The party may officially end at 6pm but
Third Thursday’s on Tybee!
By Lisa Loyd at January 19, 2012 | 9:33 am | 0 Comment
Applications are being accepted until January 30th at 5pm to participate in Tybee Island's Third Thursday Concert Series. Since 2010 musicians have been selected to perform in an outdoor concert setting during the spring and fall months. The set lengths usually run from 60-90 minutes and begin at 5:30 pm. All music genres are allowed but the material must be
St. Michael Catholic Church Spaghetti Dinner
By Lisa Loyd at January 18, 2012 | 9:21 am | 0 Comment
If you are running in The Critz Tybee Run Fest or just in the mood for a home cooked meal with no clean up, stop by St. Michael Catholic Church on February 3rd from 6 to 8:30 pm for a delicious spaghetti dinner. The meal is highlighted by "Frank's Famous Sauce" and scores of home made desserts. It is $10 a plate for adults and $ 5 for children under 8. All
Critz Tybee Run T-Shirt Contest Winner
By Lisa Loyd at January 17, 2012 | 9:46 am | 0 Comment
Congratulations goes out to Timothy Gay, a landscape designer from Savannah, Georgia! He won an extended weekend stay on Tybee Island courtesy of Oceanfront Cottage Rentals for his fun and unique T-shirt design for this year's Critz Tybee Run Fest! It is not to late to sign up and participate in the run which takes place this February 3rd-4th. Click here for
Coastal Ecology Dinner Lecture at the Dolphin Reef
By Lisa Loyd at January 16, 2012 | 9:24 am | 0 Comment
On January the 19th, Dr. George Sedberry of the Gray's Reef Marine Sanctuary will be presenting a lecture on the "Coral Habitats off Georgia and Adjacent States: Exploration, Fisheries, and Conservation." During his presentation, Dr. Sedberry will discuss the coral habitats off Georgia, from shallow banks like Gray’s Reef at 60 feet to deep-sea coral formations at
Fannie’s Masquerade Ball
By Lisa Loyd at January 15, 2012 | 9:14 am | 0 Comment
The Masquerade Ball for this year's Mardi Gras on Tybee will be held at Fannie's on the Beach from 8-11 pm on February the 17th. Lovely Layla Fox will be the m.c and there will be live zydeco music by Dwight "Black Cat" Carrie. Make sure to look your best so you can participate in the King and Queen Costume Contest. Enjoy the fantastic food, dancing, and drinking.
Tybee Water and Energy Fair
By Lisa Loyd at January 14, 2012 | 8:51 am | 0 Comment
The Tybee Island Community Resource Committee presents the Tybee Water and Energy Fair which is to take place on February the 11th from 9:30 am to 3 pm at the Tybee Gym. This is an excellent educational opportunity designed to show the participants how to improve conservation efforts and better ways to reuse community resources. Local vendors, scientists, and
Don’t Forget the Paws4Vets Fundraiser
By Lisa Loyd at January 13, 2012 | 9:43 am | 0 Comment
On Sat. January 28, 2012 from 1 PM-3 PM, Mermaid Cottages and Paws4Vets will host a fund raiser at Seaside Sisters and kick off this newest addition to the Mermaids Make A Difference community service programs. The founders Kyria and Terry Henry, Ft. Stewart Soldiers, and numerous Service Dogs will be in attendance. If you would like more information visit
Mardi Gras Parade on Tybee!
By Lisa Loyd at January 12, 2012 | 9:58 am | 0 Comment
Come out to Tybee on February the 18th for this year's Mardi Gras Parade! This is a family friendly event that promises to be a lot of fun for everyone involved. If you would like to participate in the parade you must fill out a 2012 Mardi Gras Tybee Parade Application and it has to be turned in by February 10th. Please remember if you want to disperse coins or
Support Critz Tybee Run and Support Your Community
By Lisa Loyd at January 11, 2012 | 10:34 am | 0 Comment
The Critz Tybee Run Fest generously donates its proceeds to the Critz Tybee Run Scholarship Fund that is carefully managed by the Savannah Community Foundation. To date, approximately $40,000 has been donated to various community organizations in the Tybee, Low Country, and Savannah areas. These scholarships are a driving force in promoting the spirit of health and
Trivia and Trees
By Lisa Loyd at January 10, 2012 | 10:19 am | 0 Comment
On January 12th at 7 p.m. there will be a Pre Tree Planting Trivia Night at Tybee Island's Social Club! 25 volunteers are needed to help plant 15 canopy trees and mulch the existing ones at the River's End Campground. The actual tree planting takes place on Saturday, the 14th at 10 am, rain or shine! This is a Savannah Tree Foundation Event and the United Way Hands
Be A Volunteer at the Critz Tybee Run
By Lisa Loyd at January 9, 2012 | 9:16 am | 0 Comment
Even if you are not a runner you can still come out to Tybee and participate in the Critz Tybee Run! The Run needs up to one hundred enthusiastic volunteers to 'Make It Happen.' There are many different volunteer opportunities for one to choose from so please email billy@fleetfeetsavannah.com to find out what is right for you! Everyone involved in the race is
Tybee Church!
By Lisa Loyd at January 8, 2012 | 7:59 am | 0 Comment
Worship at Benny's with the Tybee Church (the only service held in a bar!) This is a non pretentious and nondenominational church where everyone is welcome. Enjoy inspiring music and sermons by Tybee's own Samuel Adams. Service starts at 10:30 am and is over by 11:30. Psalmists Sean and Wen Mcnally will be there
Mardi Gras Mardi Gras Mardi Gras!!
By Lisa Loyd at January 7, 2012 | 8:50 am | 0 Comment
It is almost that time again! Get ready for Tybee's biggest street party and celebrate with us February 17th and 18th for the 4th Annual Mardi Gras at Savannah Beach. This year is going to be spectacular. There will be live music, a parade, people dressed in stunning costumes, and much, much more. So put on some purple, gold, and green beads and come to Tybee
2nd Annual Tybee Pajama Pub Crawl!
By Lisa Loyd at January 6, 2012 | 10:10 am | 0 Comment
Put on your favorite pajamas and get on over to Spanky's Beachside at 6pm on Friday, January 13th for the 2nd Annual Pajama Pub Crawl! You start off with a some great happy hour specials at Spanky's and then proceed to Tybee Time, Wind Rose, Rock House, Nikkie’s, and if you make it for the duration you will end your evening at The Sand Bar. Every bar is going to
Mermaids Really do Make a Difference!
By Lisa Loyd at January 5, 2012 | 10:08 am | 0 Comment
On January 28th Mermaid Cottages is teaming up with Paws4Vets to host a fund raiser at Seaside Sisters from 1pm-3pm. Paws4Vets is a program that trains puppies to become Guide or Service Dogs to veterans with disabilities. Join the celebration and meet some very special canines, the Paws4Vets founders, and Ft. Stewart Soldiers and their Service Dogs! Everyone
ANNUAL SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE & GUMBO SUPPER AND MARDI -GRAS CELEBRATION
By admin at January 4, 2012 | 12:59 pm | 0 Comment
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL CHURCH 804 JONES AVE. TYBEE ISLAND, GA. 31328 FEBRUARY 21, 2012 All saints' episcopal church will hold its annual shrove tuesday pancake & gumbo supper beginning at 5:00 p.M. Until 7:30 p.M. On tuesday february 21, 2012. The entire island is invited to take part in this fun day of celebration (also known as "fat tuesday"), as we cleanse our
Tybee’s Mayor and City Council Need Volunteers!
By Lisa Loyd at January 4, 2012 | 9:12 am | 0 Comment
The Mayor and Council of Tybee Island are considering applicants for volunteer positions on committees and commissions as listed below: Tybee's Audit Committee is seeking new members. The audit committee shall consist of no less than five nor more than seven members appointed by the mayor and council, such appointees being selected on the basis of their knowledge and
VIDEO and Spotted®: Thousands don swim caps for Guiness record, Tybee polar plunge
By admin at January 3, 2012 | 2:57 pm | 0 Comment
By Lesley Conn More than 2,000 swim-cap-clad participants crowded alongside the Tybee Island pier this morning to become part of an attempt to break a Guiness world book record. Click here to view Spotted® photos by Misty DeBlasio The previous record was 546 people, so unofficially, Tybee had more than enough help on hand. Setting a record wasn't the
