Video holiday greeting from Coastal Companion’s home town of St Marys, GA

Please watch our video greeting from Coastal Companion’s home town, world head quarters for our operation - St. Marys, Georgia.
This is what the holiday season looks like in downtown St Marys, Georgia. Take a look for yourself.

Free Holiday Family Matinee - Savannah

SCAD celebrates holidays with free, family-friendly movies and seasonal refreshments

SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Savannah College of Art and Design invites the local community to SCAD Presents Holiday Matinee, a family-friendly celebration of holiday spirit, Saturday, Dec. 20, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The free event, open to the public and held at SCAD’s historic Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St., features screenings of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at 11 a.m. and “The Polar Express” in 3-D at 2 p.m. Guests also may enjoy complimentary popcorn and beverages, sing-alongs of favorite holiday classics and more.

“Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer” (47 minutes), featuring the vocal talents of Burl Ives, recounts the tale of a shy, young reindeer whose shiny red nose has made him the laughingstock of all Christmastown. Frustrated by their inability to fit in, Rudolph and his friend Hermey, the elf who wants to be a dentist, set out on their own. However, they soon find themselves pursued by the Abominable Snowmonster. They flee to the island of Misfit Toys in the Arctic wilderness, where prospector Yukon Cornelius comes to their rescue. Returning to Christmastown, they learn that bad weather may cause Christmas to be canceled. But Rudolph’s headlight—his illuminated nose—saves Christmas by serving as a beacon to guide Santa’s sleigh.

“The Polar Express” (99 minutes) in 3-D showcases the Academy Award-winning team of Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis (“Forrest Gump,” “Cast Away”). This inspiring adventure is based on the beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Trustees Theater will provide 3-D glasses to all attendees.

Children of all ages will delight in the festivities, which begin at 10 a.m. and last throughout the afternoon. In addition to the free film screenings, guests can take pictures in a snowy winter wonderland, join a sing-along of classic holiday tunes and enjoy a visit with Santa Claus.

The following day, Sunday, Dec. 21, SCAD will serve complimentary apple cider, hot cocoa and holiday cookies at its two retro diners, the Streamliner Diner, 120 W. Henry St., and Bobbie’s Diner, 1402 Habersham St. This event, which takes place from 1-3 p.m., is also free and open to the public.

Christmas Movies at World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX in December

World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater to Feature Two Holiday Family Favorites
“The Polar Express” and “Santa vs. the Snowman”

The Polar Express
An inspiring 90-minute animated holiday adventure based on the Caldecott Award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, The Polar Express tells the story of a boy battling with the belief of Santa Claus’ existence. The film takes audiences on the boy’s extraordinary journey to the North Pole with the train’s conductor (voice of Tom Hanks) where he receives an extraordinary gift only those who still believe in Santa can experience. Ticket prices for the special engagement film are $10 for adults, $9 for military, seniors and students and $8 for children 3-12.

Santa vs. the Snowman
This movie tells the story of a lonely Snowman who at first is swept away by the magical wonders of Santa’s Village, only to become jealous of Santa because he is adored by children everywhere. An all-out, riotous battle for Christmas ensues, with the Snowman and his minions squaring off against Santa and his elf army for the rights to be Santa and receive all the love, good tidings and friendship the jolly man in red has all to himself. Tickets to the 35-minute film are $8 for adults with discounts for military, seniors, students and children.

The two holiday films will screen at the IMAX theater through Wednesday, Dec. 24. Tickets to both films can be purchased at the theater box office or on-line at www.wgv.com.
A complete film schedule as well as additional ticket information can be obtained on-line at www.wgv.com or by calling 904-940-IMAX (4629).

A Golden Isles Christmas - Brunswick, GA

A Golden Isles Christmas is a holiday Concert featuring Nathaniel Roper and Glynn Academy Concert Choir; works by Bach and others. Coastal Symphony of Georgia is organizing this Christmas concert taking place on December 15, 2008 at 8pm at the Glynn Academy Auditorium - Monck & Norwich Street - Brunwick, Georgia
Admission: $25 adult, $5 student/child
For more information, please call (912) 634-2006 or visit www.coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org

24th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes - St Simons Island, Georgia

Tour five elegant St. Simons homes decorated for holidays plus Island Design & Architectural Center. Tours leave from Gascoigne Bluff, 10am-5pm. Holiday bake sale and Christmas market and Hamilton Plantation tabby slave cabins open at Gascoigne Bluff, 10am-4pm. This Christmas tour of homes is arranged by Cassina Garden Club on St Simons Island, Georgia.
Click here for a preview of the tour

December 13, 2008
Call (912) 638-9808 or visit www.cassinagardenclub.org for more information about the tour and tickets
Admission: $25 advance, $35 day of tour

Late Nights on Broad Street in December - Charleston, SC

The fine art galleries of Gallery Row on Historic Broad Street will be open on Friday evenings until 7 pm offering extended hours of shopping for the holidays. Special late hours on Broad will continue until December 19, 2008. Come to Broad Street and enjoy twinkling white lights in the windows, festive music and cheer. Each gallery will feature jewelers, artisans and artist especially for this festive Historic Charleston Holiday Season.

For information contact Mary Phelps at COCO VIVO 843-720-4027, info@coastandcottage.com

The Charleston Christmas Special - Charleston, SC

All new for 2008, “The Charleston Christmas Special” is the lowcountry’s longest running holiday show. This heart-warming two hour musical variety show stars Brad Moranz(star of “Singin’ in the Rain” on
Broadway), Jennifer Moranz(former Radio City Rockette and featured dancer in “42nd St.” on Broadway), Crystal Garrett(Miss S. Carolina 2007), Virginia Reid -a soaring soprano who will perform the Sandi Patty classic “How Great Thou Art”, Celtic fiddler Anna Schaad, Tracy Distefano and Patrick Dodd(recently seen here in Charleston in the highly acclaimed “Broadway Showstoppers”), Robb Coles(fresh from the lead role in “Footloose” at the Broadway Dinner Theatre), Dion Hargrave(currently a CSU student who just auditioned for the Metropolitan Opera), Charleston favorites Dudley Birch and Tiffany Parker, along with dancers Taylor Huggins, Karen Belush, Brooke Caldwell, and Amanda Callison, and featuring a live orchestra onstage under the direction of Tommy Gill.

Tickets go on sale May 12 at etix.com or by calling 843-514-3849. For more information on all three shows, go online to www.bradandjennifermoranz.com, or call 843-416-8453.

Don’t miss the Charleston Christmas Special!

Friday Dec. 12 - 7pm
Sat. Dec. 13 - 2pm and 7pm
Sun. Dec. 14 - 3pm
Mon. Dec. 15 - off
Tues. Dec. 16 - 7pm
Wed. Dec. 17 - 7pm
Thurs Dec. 18 - 7pm
Fri Dec. 19 - 7pm
Sat. Dec. 20 - 2pm and 7pm
Sun. Dec. 21 - 3pm

Pricing Structure per individual show (includes tax and Etix fee)
Adults $31.50
Seniors $28.50
Military Discount $28.50
Groups of 15 or more $25.50
Students w/ID $21.50
Kids 12 and under $19.50

Season Tickets
Adults $29.50
Seniors $26.50
Military Discount $26.50
Groups of 15 or more $23.50
Students w/ID $19.50
Kids 12 and under $17.50

Regatta of Lights in St Augustine in December

ST. AUGUSTINE (Fla.) Dec. 1– The historic waters of Matanzas Bay will sparkle in the glow of a holiday regatta of boats decked out in their seasonal finery when the Regatta of Lights returns to St. Augustine on Saturday, December 13.

Hosted by the St. Augustine Yacht Club, the 28th annual event will feature a nighttime parade of sailboats, trawlers, shrimp boats and recreational boats aglitter with brilliant lighted displays ranging from patriotic to whimsical. Boat owners will try to out-dazzle the competition in a spirited contest featuring prizes in a variety of categories featuring boats from 15 to 85 feet in length.

The regatta gets underway at 6 p.m. as the boats enter Matanzas Bay, pass the Castillo de San Marcos and sail single file for the Bridge of Lions. The regatta will then circle the bay to allow spectators and regatta judges to appreciate the illuminated ingenuity of each contestant.

For more information, including details on how to enter a boat in the regatta, call 904.824.9725 or go to www.sayc2000.com .

The Holiday Regatta of Lights is supported in part by a grant from the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council. For the latest on events and activities in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and The Beaches, go to the Visitors and Convention Bureau’s website www.Getaway4Florida.com or call 1.800.653.2489.

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