Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Amelia Island Jazz Festival
Amelia Island Jazz Festival continues through Oct. 11th! David Sanborn to play Oct. 9-10. Check out www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com!
Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau Expands Sales Team
Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau Expands Sales Team
New Sales Manager Has Over 20 Years of Hospitality Experience
Kingsland, Georgia - October 8, 2009 -
Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau (KCVB) proudly announces the addition of a new member to its sales team. Working under the direction of KCVB Director of Marketing Janelle Kjensmo, Ms. Dawn Roberts joined the team on September 30, 2009 as the new Sales Manager. Together, Kjensmo and Roberts will cultivate a new level of interest with group tour planners and leisure travel groups to bring additional overnight stays to Kingsland. In addition to assisting in outside sales reach, group travel planning, and representing Kingsland at trade shows, both Janelle and Dawn will continue to work closely with local hotel, restaurant and retail hospitality partners in maintaining business rapport.
Dawn Roberts, a former graduate of Camden County High, recently relocated back to Camden County to be closer to family. Dawn's background in the hospitality industry is derived from her position as a sales manager for both Radisson and Holiday Inn hotels, as well as holding the position of National Sales Manager for a distinguished resort and spa in Michigan. Throughout her 20 years of experience, Dawn has gained extensive experience in working at tradeshows, coordinating group travel, business meetings and conventions, and welcoming guests to the hotel. In her new position, Dawn will be responsible for planning, directing, managing and executing the outside sales function for the KCVB.
"Dawn brings the department over two decades of experience and networking contacts in the hospitality industry," said Tonya Rosado, Director of the KCVB. "Her enthusiasm about sales and knowledge of the industry are a huge asset in developing relationships with key outside partners in bringing additional tourism revenues to Kingsland."
In her first few weeks on the job, Dawn will be traveling to North Carolina to represent Kingsland at the Annual AAA Travel Conference. AAA Travel Conference is an annual gathering of AAA travel counselors and staff to learn what new offers are available as well as new things to sell to their members. This tradeshow will allow Dawn to meet with over a hundred AAA travel counselors and provide visitor information that they can take back to their offices and pass on to their membership.
"The addition of a sales manager allows us to expand our strategic sales tactics with the promotion and increased exposure to the group tour market and trade shows," said Janelle Kjensmo, Marketing Director for the KCVB. "Our goal is for Kingsland's hotels to see an increase in overnight stays and I believe with Dawn's experience and individual talent we will see results!"
"I have a passion for the tourism industry and am thrilled to be working with the KCVB and representing our area," said Dawn regarding her new position. Dawn's office is located in the new Kingsland Welcome Center located off of Interstate 95@Exit 3. She can be reached at (912) 729-5999 or at Dawn@VisitKingsland.com.
New Sales Manager Has Over 20 Years of Hospitality Experience
Kingsland, Georgia - October 8, 2009 -
Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau (KCVB) proudly announces the addition of a new member to its sales team. Working under the direction of KCVB Director of Marketing Janelle Kjensmo, Ms. Dawn Roberts joined the team on September 30, 2009 as the new Sales Manager. Together, Kjensmo and Roberts will cultivate a new level of interest with group tour planners and leisure travel groups to bring additional overnight stays to Kingsland. In addition to assisting in outside sales reach, group travel planning, and representing Kingsland at trade shows, both Janelle and Dawn will continue to work closely with local hotel, restaurant and retail hospitality partners in maintaining business rapport.
Dawn Roberts, a former graduate of Camden County High, recently relocated back to Camden County to be closer to family. Dawn's background in the hospitality industry is derived from her position as a sales manager for both Radisson and Holiday Inn hotels, as well as holding the position of National Sales Manager for a distinguished resort and spa in Michigan. Throughout her 20 years of experience, Dawn has gained extensive experience in working at tradeshows, coordinating group travel, business meetings and conventions, and welcoming guests to the hotel. In her new position, Dawn will be responsible for planning, directing, managing and executing the outside sales function for the KCVB.
"Dawn brings the department over two decades of experience and networking contacts in the hospitality industry," said Tonya Rosado, Director of the KCVB. "Her enthusiasm about sales and knowledge of the industry are a huge asset in developing relationships with key outside partners in bringing additional tourism revenues to Kingsland."
In her first few weeks on the job, Dawn will be traveling to North Carolina to represent Kingsland at the Annual AAA Travel Conference. AAA Travel Conference is an annual gathering of AAA travel counselors and staff to learn what new offers are available as well as new things to sell to their members. This tradeshow will allow Dawn to meet with over a hundred AAA travel counselors and provide visitor information that they can take back to their offices and pass on to their membership.
"The addition of a sales manager allows us to expand our strategic sales tactics with the promotion and increased exposure to the group tour market and trade shows," said Janelle Kjensmo, Marketing Director for the KCVB. "Our goal is for Kingsland's hotels to see an increase in overnight stays and I believe with Dawn's experience and individual talent we will see results!"
"I have a passion for the tourism industry and am thrilled to be working with the KCVB and representing our area," said Dawn regarding her new position. Dawn's office is located in the new Kingsland Welcome Center located off of Interstate 95@Exit 3. She can be reached at (912) 729-5999 or at Dawn@VisitKingsland.com.
Haunted History Tour in St. Marys, GA
SPIRITS TO STIR DURING HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR OCTOBER 30, 2009
NOTE TO PRESS: DRESS REHEARSAL ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 6PM
ST. MARYS, GA—A headless pirate, a yellow fever victim, the village dog, and the last man hanged in Camden County—these are some of the spirits that will tell their stories on October 30, 2009 during the St. Marys Downtown Merchants Association’s MAGICAL HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR.
Melding the mysteries of All Hallows’ Eve with true stories of yesteryear, professional and amateur storytellers will hold court at ten noteworthy locations throughout the Historic District of St. Marys. The “tellers” will be fully costumed in their respective time periods that span hundreds of years of the rich history surrounding Coastal Georgia’s southernmost town.
Complimentary divining rods will be given to all tour participants with instructions on how to detect hidden graves on the outskirts of St. Marys’ historic Oak Grove Cemetery. With soldiers from every major war buried there (beginning with the Revolutionary War), the cemetery is home to many legends that have endured through the ages including the mysterious Resurrection Angel who will have stories of her own to tell.
Volunteers from the St. Marys Golf Cart Association (stationed at Orange Hall) will transport guests (who need assistance) by golf cart from story site to story site—a route which is easily walkable. Stories and spirits include: Orange Hall—Little Jane, The Clark House (where Aaron Burr came after his deadly dual with Alexander Hamilton), the MarshWalk (the headless pirate from the old Ross Inn), Bachlott House, the Historic Riverview Hotel (Beggar, the village dog), The Goodbread House (Captain Goodbread), and the old city jail (the last man hanged in Camden County).
The tour begins at 6:00 p.m. and will culminate at a haunted house exhibit hosted by Joseph and Terra Lucent at the newly opened 304 Osborne Place.
Maureen Barry (who will appear as Beggar, the village dog), an author and professional storyteller, is coordinating the tour with the National Park Service and members of the St. Marys Downtown Merchants Association. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8 at the St. Marys Welcome Center and Once Upon a Bookseller, or for $10 on the day of the event at the Welcome Center. All proceeds benefit Bryan Lang Historical Archives. Call 912-882-4000 for information.
Magical Haunted History Tour sponsors include: BugSlayer of St. Marys, The Goodbread House, Settlement Group, Inc., Lang’s Marina Restaurant, The French Quarter, The Cottage Shop, and St. Marys Magazine.
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This message was sent by: St. Marys Magazine, 711 Mildred Street, St. Marys, GA 31558
NOTE TO PRESS: DRESS REHEARSAL ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 6PM
ST. MARYS, GA—A headless pirate, a yellow fever victim, the village dog, and the last man hanged in Camden County—these are some of the spirits that will tell their stories on October 30, 2009 during the St. Marys Downtown Merchants Association’s MAGICAL HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR.
Melding the mysteries of All Hallows’ Eve with true stories of yesteryear, professional and amateur storytellers will hold court at ten noteworthy locations throughout the Historic District of St. Marys. The “tellers” will be fully costumed in their respective time periods that span hundreds of years of the rich history surrounding Coastal Georgia’s southernmost town.
Complimentary divining rods will be given to all tour participants with instructions on how to detect hidden graves on the outskirts of St. Marys’ historic Oak Grove Cemetery. With soldiers from every major war buried there (beginning with the Revolutionary War), the cemetery is home to many legends that have endured through the ages including the mysterious Resurrection Angel who will have stories of her own to tell.
Volunteers from the St. Marys Golf Cart Association (stationed at Orange Hall) will transport guests (who need assistance) by golf cart from story site to story site—a route which is easily walkable. Stories and spirits include: Orange Hall—Little Jane, The Clark House (where Aaron Burr came after his deadly dual with Alexander Hamilton), the MarshWalk (the headless pirate from the old Ross Inn), Bachlott House, the Historic Riverview Hotel (Beggar, the village dog), The Goodbread House (Captain Goodbread), and the old city jail (the last man hanged in Camden County).
The tour begins at 6:00 p.m. and will culminate at a haunted house exhibit hosted by Joseph and Terra Lucent at the newly opened 304 Osborne Place.
Maureen Barry (who will appear as Beggar, the village dog), an author and professional storyteller, is coordinating the tour with the National Park Service and members of the St. Marys Downtown Merchants Association. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8 at the St. Marys Welcome Center and Once Upon a Bookseller, or for $10 on the day of the event at the Welcome Center. All proceeds benefit Bryan Lang Historical Archives. Call 912-882-4000 for information.
Magical Haunted History Tour sponsors include: BugSlayer of St. Marys, The Goodbread House, Settlement Group, Inc., Lang’s Marina Restaurant, The French Quarter, The Cottage Shop, and St. Marys Magazine.
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This message was sent by: St. Marys Magazine, 711 Mildred Street, St. Marys, GA 31558
Hay Days Events Calendars in St. Marys, GA
Hay Days Events List
October 10-November 1
Hay Days
October 3 Rock Shrimp Festival
October 10 Build A Scarecrow
October 13 Scarecrow Stroll
October 16 An evening with Edgar Allen Poe
October 24 Wine Cheese & Music Social
October 25 Dinner and a Movie
October 27 Yappy Hour
October 30 Magical Haunted History Tour
October 31 Tai Chi in the Park
October 31 GA/FL Game Day
October 31 St. Marys Community Market
celebrates 2nd Birthday
*Rock Shrimp Festival-For info call 912-576-5110
*Build A Scarecrow-10-12 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-8111
*Scarecrow Stroll-5-7 PM downtown St. Marys, 912-882-8111
*An evening with Edgar Allen Poe-A Book discussion and riding tour at 7 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-4800
*Wine Cheese & Music Social-7-9 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-4000
*Dinner and a Movie-Captain Seagle's Seafood Restaurant, 912-882-4800
*Yappy Hour-6-8 PM at Seagle's Saloon Patio, 912-729-7141
*Magical Haunted History Tour-Spend a magical night touring St. Marys, 6 PM, downtown St. Marys, 912-882-4000
*Tai Chi in the Park-10 AM, Howard Gilman waterfront park, 912-510-0553
*St. Marys Community Market-Downtown St. Marys Pavilion, 9-1 PM, 912-882-8111
*GA/FL Game Day-Wear your favorite team colors
October 10-November 1
Hay Days
October 3 Rock Shrimp Festival
October 10 Build A Scarecrow
October 13 Scarecrow Stroll
October 16 An evening with Edgar Allen Poe
October 24 Wine Cheese & Music Social
October 25 Dinner and a Movie
October 27 Yappy Hour
October 30 Magical Haunted History Tour
October 31 Tai Chi in the Park
October 31 GA/FL Game Day
October 31 St. Marys Community Market
celebrates 2nd Birthday
*Rock Shrimp Festival-For info call 912-576-5110
*Build A Scarecrow-10-12 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-8111
*Scarecrow Stroll-5-7 PM downtown St. Marys, 912-882-8111
*An evening with Edgar Allen Poe-A Book discussion and riding tour at 7 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-4800
*Wine Cheese & Music Social-7-9 PM at Orange Hall, 912-882-4000
*Dinner and a Movie-Captain Seagle's Seafood Restaurant, 912-882-4800
*Yappy Hour-6-8 PM at Seagle's Saloon Patio, 912-729-7141
*Magical Haunted History Tour-Spend a magical night touring St. Marys, 6 PM, downtown St. Marys, 912-882-4000
*Tai Chi in the Park-10 AM, Howard Gilman waterfront park, 912-510-0553
*St. Marys Community Market-Downtown St. Marys Pavilion, 9-1 PM, 912-882-8111
*GA/FL Game Day-Wear your favorite team colors
Satilla Boardsports 10th Anniversary Special Event - St. Marys, GA
Satilla 10th Anniversary Show! Sunday October 11th Featuring South Faceing House And Starring Tomorrow's Bad Seeds. Music,Product Toss,Best Trick contest,Pizza.Special Anniversary Sale Prices. Music Starts at 4:00 PM .
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THE BIG READ - ST. MARYS, GA
OCTOBER 5, 2009
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION
THE BIG READ
Introducing “The Big Read”, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), dedicated to bring literacy to the forefront of American culture once again. The St. Marys Public Library has joined in partnership with the Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association, Three Rivers Regional Library System as well as many others across the country to encourage reading for pleasure and enlightenment. With the ever-expanding power of the World Wide Web reading has taken a severe downward turn among all demographics but particularly the decline is most noted among the youth of America. “The Big Read” is addressing this public literacy crisis with a proactive response introducing and rejuvenating the joy of the written word.
“The Big Read” program will last approximately one month with a vast array of programs intended to provide everyone with the opportunity to read and discuss a single book within their communities. The
St. Marys Public Library in conjunction with other regional libraries has selected “A Tribute to Edgar Allen Poe” in keeping with traditional October theme. The kick-off event in St. Marys will be held October 10th, 10am-12pm joining the ever-popular Hay Days Event “Build-A-Scarecrow”. Be sure to stop by the St. Marys Library tent on the grounds of Orange Hall to learn more about the events yet to come. Local author Valerie Evans Goddard will be on hand by the fountain at Orange Hall sharing spooky stories to entertain the children. Be sure to reserve your “Build-A-Scarecrow” kit through the St. Marys Downtown Development Authority at 400 Osborne Street or call (912) 882-8111 for further information.
Other events scheduled to promote “The Big Read” are:
Tuesday, October 13th, The Scarecrow Stroll will begin at the St Marys Economic Development Building 400 Osborne Street from 5pm-7pm. In keeping with the spooky theme of Poe’s writing, the time honored classic cartoons of “Casper the Friendly Ghost” will be shown continually for the children complete with popcorn. This will be one of the many great stops on the Hay Ride held that evening while everyone enjoys the myriad of scarecrows on display. The St. Marys Library Board will be set-up out front to distribute bookmarks and other fun materials to promote this very worthy project.
Friday, October 16th, “An evening with Edgar Allen Poe” will commence at 7pm at Orange Hall,
311 Osborne Street, St. Marys. A book discussion on the works of Edgar Allen Poe will be held in depths of Orange Hall’s lower level led by local writer and storyteller Dr. Christina Johns. Edgar Allen Poe and his beloved Annabel Lee (portrayed by students from the Fine Arts Department of Camden High School) will present the Poe poem “Annabel Lee” in full costume. At the conclusion, local Author Valerie Evans Goddard will conduct the St. Marys Spirits Tour through the historic district of St. Marys to reveal some of the more alternative history, this will be a riding tour. More than one tour may be scheduled depending on participation.
Sunday, October 25th, Dinner and a Movie will wrap up “The Big Read” at Captain Seagle’s Seafood Restaurant and Saloon, 105 Osborne Street, St. Marys. The evening will begin with a wonderful buffet meal at 6pm. The movie presented will be the classic Alfred Hitchcock picture, “The Birds”. There will be a dessert and coffee bar presented during the movie as well as popcorn for those who simply must have buttery fingers to enjoy a movie. The entire “Dinner and a Movie” package will be $20 per person. Edgar Allen Poe and Annabel Lee will be guests for the evening.
For further information on any of these events feel free to contact Judy B. Armantrout, Manager,
St. Marys Public Library (912) 882-4800 (email) jarmantrout@trrl.org or Alyce Thornhill
Director of Economic Development (912) 882-8111 (email) info@stmarysdda.com
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION
THE BIG READ
Introducing “The Big Read”, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), dedicated to bring literacy to the forefront of American culture once again. The St. Marys Public Library has joined in partnership with the Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association, Three Rivers Regional Library System as well as many others across the country to encourage reading for pleasure and enlightenment. With the ever-expanding power of the World Wide Web reading has taken a severe downward turn among all demographics but particularly the decline is most noted among the youth of America. “The Big Read” is addressing this public literacy crisis with a proactive response introducing and rejuvenating the joy of the written word.
“The Big Read” program will last approximately one month with a vast array of programs intended to provide everyone with the opportunity to read and discuss a single book within their communities. The
St. Marys Public Library in conjunction with other regional libraries has selected “A Tribute to Edgar Allen Poe” in keeping with traditional October theme. The kick-off event in St. Marys will be held October 10th, 10am-12pm joining the ever-popular Hay Days Event “Build-A-Scarecrow”. Be sure to stop by the St. Marys Library tent on the grounds of Orange Hall to learn more about the events yet to come. Local author Valerie Evans Goddard will be on hand by the fountain at Orange Hall sharing spooky stories to entertain the children. Be sure to reserve your “Build-A-Scarecrow” kit through the St. Marys Downtown Development Authority at 400 Osborne Street or call (912) 882-8111 for further information.
Other events scheduled to promote “The Big Read” are:
Tuesday, October 13th, The Scarecrow Stroll will begin at the St Marys Economic Development Building 400 Osborne Street from 5pm-7pm. In keeping with the spooky theme of Poe’s writing, the time honored classic cartoons of “Casper the Friendly Ghost” will be shown continually for the children complete with popcorn. This will be one of the many great stops on the Hay Ride held that evening while everyone enjoys the myriad of scarecrows on display. The St. Marys Library Board will be set-up out front to distribute bookmarks and other fun materials to promote this very worthy project.
Friday, October 16th, “An evening with Edgar Allen Poe” will commence at 7pm at Orange Hall,
311 Osborne Street, St. Marys. A book discussion on the works of Edgar Allen Poe will be held in depths of Orange Hall’s lower level led by local writer and storyteller Dr. Christina Johns. Edgar Allen Poe and his beloved Annabel Lee (portrayed by students from the Fine Arts Department of Camden High School) will present the Poe poem “Annabel Lee” in full costume. At the conclusion, local Author Valerie Evans Goddard will conduct the St. Marys Spirits Tour through the historic district of St. Marys to reveal some of the more alternative history, this will be a riding tour. More than one tour may be scheduled depending on participation.
Sunday, October 25th, Dinner and a Movie will wrap up “The Big Read” at Captain Seagle’s Seafood Restaurant and Saloon, 105 Osborne Street, St. Marys. The evening will begin with a wonderful buffet meal at 6pm. The movie presented will be the classic Alfred Hitchcock picture, “The Birds”. There will be a dessert and coffee bar presented during the movie as well as popcorn for those who simply must have buttery fingers to enjoy a movie. The entire “Dinner and a Movie” package will be $20 per person. Edgar Allen Poe and Annabel Lee will be guests for the evening.
For further information on any of these events feel free to contact Judy B. Armantrout, Manager,
St. Marys Public Library (912) 882-4800 (email) jarmantrout@trrl.org or Alyce Thornhill
Director of Economic Development (912) 882-8111 (email) info@stmarysdda.com
5th Annual "A Community That Cares" breakfast, Wed Oct 7- Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. RSVP by Mon Oct 5. http://ping.fm/tDB5r
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