Greetings!
Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with good health, happiness, and new opportunities. May the year ahead bring moments of joy, meaningful connections, and continued success. Thank you for being part of my community—I look forward to all that’s to come in the year ahead.
We’re starting the new year with a few positive commitments. Mom, my neighbor Sue, and I have all signed on to continue workout classes at the Senior Center. We’re sampling different classes on different days to see what’s the best fit. Sue and I are also exploring quilting classes at Beyond Fabric. Sewing has always been my creative outlet after stressful workdays—it’s gratifying to work through the process and enjoy a finished piece at the end.
Our MOAA group is beginning a new cycle after successfully completing last year’s fundraising efforts. This year, our focus shifts to identifying where those funds can make the greatest impact for military members in our local community.
John is currently looking for someone who specializes in maintaining older HO gauge model trains. He inherited several from his father and grandfather, and if you happen to know someone who could help, we would truly appreciate a referral.
And finally—today marks one of the bittersweet moments of the season: packing up Christmas. The evenings feel darker once the lights come down, and I’ll miss the soft glow of the tree with that first cup of morning coffee and the reflections in the windows at night. On the bright side, the cookies are officially gone…which brings us full circle back to those exercise classes at the Senior Center!
Warm wishes for a wonderful year ahead.
If you are looking for some FUN THINGS GOING ON:
Event by Coastal Camden Art League
2006 Osborne Rd, St. Marys, GA Friday 5-8pm
The Community Art Center will host a first Friday Artist Reception on January 2nd from 5-8pm in honor of Artist of the Month of January, Cecil Gay!!! Refreshments will be served and Full Moon Folk will be performing on the front porch (Weather permitting). This event is open to the public so come meet your local artists and invite your friends too!!! We’re located at 2006 Osborne Rd in St. Marys.
Event by The Firefly
609 Osborne St, St. Marys, GA
New Years Day Brunch! Available 11am-3pm
Special brunch menu with food & cocktails
Regular menu available in addition to brunch items
Event by St. Marys Community Market
311 Osborne Street, St. Marys, GA, United States, Georgia 31558
St. Marys Community Market is an open air market located in downtown St. Marys, Georgia. Vendors and Makers vary throughout the year. You can find handmade crafts, art, jewelry, baked goods, fresh local honey, limited produce, and more. Catch us each Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the grounds of the Orange Hall Gilman Cultural Center at 311 Osborne Street. *No market on some festival days.
Event by Saltwater Performing Arts
Business Office 204 Arnow Dr , 31558
Mainstage Auditions – January 3, 2026!
Ready to step into a world of magic, music, and mischief? Today’s your chance to bring Ella’s story (and all her colorful kingdom!) to life on our stage! Whether you’re a singer, actor, or dancer, we want YOU to audition.
When: January 3, 2026 | 12:30–4:00 PM
Where: FSM
Performances: April 24 – May 3, 2026
What to Prepare:
45-second a cappella song (Golden Age musical theatre preferred)
30–45 second monologue
Dress professionally with a change of clothes for dance
Questions? Email: Mainstage@SaltwaterPAC.org
Meet Your Creative Team:
Director/Musical Director: Megan Friese-Kaufman
Choreographer: Elisha Cauthen
Technical Director: Brandy Champeau
Character Breakdowns:
ELLA: Hidden beneath rags, opinionated, charismatic, passionate, funny; blossoms into confidence.
TOPHER: Brave, charming prince seeking purpose, slightly goofy.
MADAME: Vain, selfish stepmother; social climber.
SEBASTIAN: Devious Lord Chancellor; manipulative and selfish.
MARIE: The “crazy” beggar woman, actually a wise fairy godmother.
GABRIELLE: Empathetic stepsister drawn to Ella and Jean-Michel.
CHARLOTTE: Loud, sassy, self-centered stepsister.
JEAN-MICHEL: Fiery, passionate peasant, in love with Gabrielle.
LORD PINKLETON: Sebastian’s right-hand man; announcer extraordinaire.
ENSEMBLE: Giant, Fox & Raccoon (puppets?), Footman, Coachman, Knights, Peasants, Townspeople, Court, and more!
Fun Tip: Bring your energy, your charm, and maybe a little bit of mischief—you never know which role might be yours!
Event by Seventh Day Cycling
Camden Bicycle Center
New Year's Day Ride
This is the New Year's Day the Lord has made! Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
New Year's Day can be the day with the least amount of motor vehicle traffic. We love to take advantage of that and ride a big St. Marys/Kingsland loop. It's also a great way to start out the new year!
We will meet at Camden Bicycle Center (1929 Osborne Rd, St. Marys, Ga 31558) at 8:00 am. This ride is self supported so please bring at least two water bottles and snacks for about every hour.
This special ride is a longer mileage ride (30+). If you have any questions about the ride please email Jeremy at jeremyscole525@gmail.com . We pray you can join us!
Event by Camden County Public Library
1410 GA Highway 40 E, Kingsland, GA, United States, Georgia 31548
Join us as we ring in the new year with a children's program for a sensory-friendly New Years Eve celebration with a fireworks show inside the mobile TRRLS Mobile Dome on December 31st from 10:00-12:00PM! Come celebrate the new year early with us!!
Registration is required and will begin on December 17th. You can scan the QR code or go to trrl.org calendar to register. A confirmation email will be sent with your time slot. Space and time slots are limited!
Please call the library with any questions (912)729-3741.
Event by Farmers Market at Tractor Supply Kingsland, GA
1584 Boone Street, Kingsland, GA
First Farmers Marketof 2026 @ Tractor Supply Kingsland, GA!!
Start Fresh Farm - fresh produce, pickled products, and more.
Mike’s Boiled Peanuts
Smokin’ J’s BBQ and Seafood
Ken’s Creations: unique wood crafts and wreaths
Karen Bakes: Sweet baked goods
Fresh AF Lemonade
Crochet Creations by Courtney
Crocheted items and plushies
The Ruby Workshop
3D Printed Critters for ‘adoption
Onyx Magnolia: Sour Dough Bread and Baked goods
Vendors of small businesses please reach out!!! Free Market every 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month. We would love for you to join! Any vendors wanting to join the line up please let me know so I can get you on the line up or to get your information. Limited spots in certain categories.
Please send me a message so I can get your information to get you signed up!
Event by Seagle’s Restaurant
Seagle’s Restaurant
Written in the Stars – New Year’s Eve at Seagle’s
Ring in the New Year with us at Seagle’s for a night that’s truly written in the stars.
Good friends, good music, great food and even better drinks await as we count down to 2026 together.
December 31, 2025
7PM–12AM
FREE ENTRY
Dress to impress, bring your party spirit and celebrate the start of a brand new year with us. No tickets. No cover. Just great vibes and a night to remember.
See you under the stars
Event by 912 Auto Spa and Culture Driven
Harbor Freight Tools
Join us for the first Cars and Coffee of the year!
We will be at the Take 5/Harbor Freight parking lot from 9am to 12pm
We will be giving away one trophy to represent the vehicle of the month
Must stay till 11am to receive award
Enjoy all types of vehicles at a prime location
With food options near by along with shopping/tanning/massages and more
Presented by 912 Auto Spa and Culture Driven
Looking forward seeing what you bring out
Event by Crooked River State Park
6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, 31558 Thursday 10am
Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation, as we welcome in the new year with a coffee in hand and birds in sight.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. Binoculars will be provided, but we have a limited amount so first come first served
- Meeting at the Nature Center
Event by Axes & 8ights Sports Bar, Lorie Brumfield - Singer/Author and 3 others
258 Haddock Road, Kingsland, GA
Leave 2025 in the dust with us and Troubadour South. Doors open at 7pm. The fun starts at 9pm, music at 9:30. Count down with us to 2026 with a free champagne toast and appetizers throughout the night. We will have drinks specials and mocktails. FREE SODA & WATER FOR ALL DESIGNATED DRIVERS. Do not drink and drive. If you need a ride home, one will be provided for you. We have the amazingly delicious Wandaful Things to feed us all night and Miss Laura Singleton to drive you wherever you need to go! We can provide her phone number upon request. She has a host of licensed drivers to take you wherever you need to be safely.
$5 cover at the door and proper ID. This is a 21+ event only.
Event by Victory Chapel CFC Kingsbay
337 Charlie Smith Sr Hwy, St Marys, GA 31558-3137, United States
GRAND OPENING — YOU’RE INVITED!
Victory Chapel Kingsbay is excited to celebrate 5 years of ministry and our relocation into a new building!
Join us for a Holy Spirit filled service and a powerful and memorable day as we dedicate this new season of growth, outreach, and revival. Bring your family, invite a friend, and come expecting God to move!
Sunday, January 4, 2026
10:30 AM Worship Service
337 Charlie Smith Sr Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
We are honored to welcome the senior pastor of our mother church, Pastor Ron Meyer from Jacksonville, FL as our special guest speaker.
This is more than a service—it’s a milestone. A fresh beginning for us and an opportunity for a fresh beginning for you.
Come celebrate with us and expect a miracle!
Event by Crooked River State Park
6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, 31558 Saturday 2pm
Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild.
Space is limited. Please call or visit the main office to register before the above time.
Admission is $10.00 per person