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Do you love art? We have it in all kinds of forms.

Art Classes - Every Mon. and Thurs. mornings the Tybee Arts Association gives classes in the old Teen Center. If you join the art association the cost is only $15 per session–a bargain in that the teacher is professionally trained artist, Denise Vernon. Her work is shown in several galleries and she often is commissioned to do private pieces. Not only is Ms. Vernon available, but the class has several other professional artists that also give guidance, instruction and commentary to the work of all students. Oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, chalk–are all taught–choose your genre. The classes frun 9:30 am to noon. Call 912-786-5726.

Tybee has several galleries featuring local and professional artists. Want a really nice souvenier from your Tybee trip? Buy a piece of art–it will remind you of your time at Tybee, and provide years of pleasure no matter where you are. Galleries include:

Atlantic Beacon Gallery - the art of Debbie Brady Robinson and friends can be found in this lovely gallery. There are eclectic gifts, handmade arts and craft items, unusual seaside knick knacks and wonderful one-of-a-kind pieces. The gallery also features a full service framing center, so you can buy the art and have it framed right there. 1604 Butler (southside); 912-786-9386.

Shell Art Gift Shop - handmade art items made with shells, many one-of-a-kind; unusual seaside items and great gifts. Charming and whimsical items, as well. 1213 E. Highway 80 (northside); 912-786-8822.

Gallery By The Sea - local artists at their best. There’s something for everyone at this wonderful art gallery, specializing in locals’ talents in the art world. E. Highway 80 (northside); 912-786-7979.

Dragonfly Studio - a charming and whimsical shop filled with sculpture, ceramics, paintings, wind chimes, glass, jewelery, and pottery. Mostly local artists and usually a featured artist of the month. E. Highway 80 (northside).

Irene Sullivan Gallery - upscale shop featuring fine art–many local artists. Features known artists and future art “stars.” 18 C Tybrisa (southside), 912-786-8786.

Seaside Sisters - wonderful shop with exquisite one-of-a-kind items; great gifts and unusual pieces. Local art in all forms. E. Highway 80 (northside).

Doug’s Fish Art - whimsical handmade art pieces made from metal scraps and “junk”. E. Highway 80 (northside).

Art Shows

Tybee hosts several art shows in the spring and fall. Fall shows include:

October 18-19th - 12th Annual Tybee Festival of the Arts - This juried fine art show on the pavilion is an absolute must for art lovers. Fine arts of all kinds delight the senses.

 November 8-9th - Art in the Park - join us for our fall art show, featuring fabulous and outrageous arts and crafts. There’s something for everyone in this show by local and regional artists. If you love art, you’ll love the show. Come to Tybee and experience art!

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Load up the entire family for an old fashioned, summertime experience in the comfort of your vehicle! Come to the Tybee “Drive-In” at the North beach.

AUGUST 21st: SUMMER RENTAL

SEPTEMBER 11th: TBA

Admission is $10 per vehicle or $5 per individual. The main parking lot opens for movie going vehicles at 7:00 pm.

Walkers and bikers may enter at North Beach Grill gate, at beach crossovers, or main parking lot gate. Come early to grab a good spot, get a bite to eat and take a walk on the beach. Optional movie Concession sales will be provided by North Beach Grill, including popcorn, snacks & soft drinks.

WALKERS BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIR, BUG SPRAY AND RADIO!!!!!! It will be big screen projection and low frequency FM radio broadcasting. Movie starts at sundown (no later than 9:00 pm) and profits go to benefit the restoration of the Tybee Post Theater.

For more information contact the Friends of the Tybee Theater at 912-323-7727 or 912-655-0144.

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It is time again for the Blue vs. Gray End of Summer Celebration at Fort Pulaski National Monument!

Saturday, August 30th - Sunday, August 31st
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

To help celebrate the end of the summer season, the staff at Fort Pulaski National Monument invite you to attend a special “Blue vs. the Gray” Celebration on Labor Day weekend (August 30-31, 2008).

Activities at Fort Pulaski will include cannon firings, skirmish drills, Civil War soldier talks, and guided fort tours. Activities are scheduled from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The highlight of the day will be an 1862-style baseball game between members of the 48th New York and the 8th Georgia Regiments.

The “historic” game begins at 11:00 AM, followed by a 12:00noon game for kids and families. The public is invited to be a part of history and play a game of baseball inside Fort Pulaski. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and non-alcoholic beverages.

During the Civil War soldiers at Fort Pulaski often played baseball to escape the boredom of garrison life. One of the earliest known photographs of a baseball game was taken inside Fort Pulaski, and featured members of the 48th New York Volunteer Infantry. Baseball was popular before the Civil War in the Northeastern United States, but its popularity spread rapidly as thousands of young men from other parts of the country joined the ranks.

The baseball game on Saturday, September 1, will feature vintage 1862 rules. The hurler (pitcher) must throw underhand. The ball was literally pitched like a horseshoe. Overhand pitching was not allowed until 1884. Gloves were not used, so a “club nine” (team) was awarded an out by either catching the ball on the fly or after one bounce. The batter was known as a “striker,” and ground balls were called “daisy cutters,” Though the phrases and rules have changed, the great tradition of baseball lives on today.

Regular Admission Fee to Ft. Pulaski Applies.

Fort Pulaski National Monument Home Page

This is a wonderful family event! Don’t forget Tybee will also have Fireworks at the Pier on Sunday of Labor Day Weekend so make sure to stick around for that!

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From their website:

The Savannah CraftBrew Fest will be the area’s first-ever opportunity to experience a two-day festival devoted to the craft beer lover. Meet brewers from across the US while tasting premium craft beer on beautiful Savannah Harbor. This festival offers a Friday evening craft beer and food pairing dinner focusing on Georgia beer, with proceeds benefiting Senior Citizens, Inc. On Saturday, the grand tasting event kicks off with live musical performances and a full day of craft beer tasting on the Esplanade of the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center.

We recommend:

Craft Brew Grand Tasting
Saturday, August 30, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Esplanade, Savannah International Trade and Convention Center
$35 per person
Overlooking the Savannah River and beautiful Historic Savannah, this outdoor event will feature 120 different craft brews, live entertainment, delicious food offerings and souvenir items for sale.

For more information on the Craft Brew Fest and the buy tickets please visit their website: www.savannahcraftbrewfest.com

Stay on Tybee and visit the Craft Brew Fest - Tybee Vacation Rentals has lodging specials available!

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