Welcome to June. With it comes the first day of summer, celebrations of our nation's flag and Army history, remembrance of war triumphs and our dedication and love for fathers everywhere. As we begin the redeployment of the last of our 3ID dogface soldiers, soon our local military families will once again be complete. So be sure to venture off your normal path and enjoy some of the following events and festivities.
Through June 12 – Charleston Spoleto Festival, Charleston SC, 843-579-3100, www.spoletousa.org
June 3-4 – Blueberry Festival, Alma GA, 9 am – 6 pm, 912-632-7777, contests, arts / crafts, 5K run
June 3-5 – Sun Fun Festival, Myrtle Beach SC, food fun and sun, http://www.sunfunfestival.com
June 3 - First Friday Fireworks on the River, Savannah River Street, 930 pm http://www.riverstreetsavannah.com
June 4-5 – A Tasting of Wines of Georgia, Shannon Vineyards Sylvania, 10 am – 6 pm, Sat is $103 with 17 tastings, Sun is $107 with 27 tastings, transportation is available, 888-522-2946, www.shannonvineyards.com
June 4 – All Army 10 Miler Qualifier Race, Ft Stewart Donovan Field, 5 am, 912-767-8238, Military only
June 4 – First Saturday on the River, Savannah River Street, http://www.riverstreetsavannah.com
June 4 – Push & Pull Power Lifting, Ft Stewart Newman Gym, 8 am, $15, 912-767-3031, ID holders only, 16 & over
June 4 – 13th Annual Tybee Kayak Race, Tybee Island, 830 am – 12 pm, $40 - $45, 888-529-2542
June 4 – Pembroke Arts in the Park & Farmers Market, downtown Pembroke GA, 8am–1pm, 912-653-4413
June 4 – Liberty County Recycle It Fair, Hinesville Corner of Carter St and Oglethorpe Hwy, 9 am – 1 pm
June 4 – Tybee Tour of Homes, Tybee Island GA, 10 am -4 pm, $30 advance $35 at door, 912-786-7704
June 4 – Project Homeless Connect, Hinesville National Guard Armory, Noon – 4 pm, free, 912-876-6573, support and services for the area homeless or those at risk of being homeless, free food, health dental HIV screenings, clothing, housing information, educational / employment assistance, credit / legal assistance, much more
June 4 – 2nd Annual Dog Tags & Offshore Flags Military Appreciation Tournament, Ft McAllister Marina Richmond Hill GA, 4 – 7 pm, information email angler@coastalnow.net, www.offshoreoutlaws.net
June 4 – The Goliards in Concert, Savannah Ships of the Sea Museum, 730 pm, Free, 912-232-1511
June 5 –Miranda Lambert Concert, Savannah Civic Center, 730 pm, $26.75 - $44.75, 912-651-6556
June 6 – D Day 1944, Normandy France
June 7-11 – Junior Rangers 2011, Fort King George Darien GA, 9 am–12 pm, $50 week, ages 7-12, 912-437-4770
June 9 – Concert in the Park, Hinesville Bradwell Park, 6 – 8 pm, Free, featuring Purified Sounds
June 10 – Hinesville Arts Council Family Movie Night, Snelson Golden Middle School, 6 pm, Free
June 10-11 – Family Night Bunking In, Mighty Eighth Museum Pooler GA, 545 pm – 9 am, $50 per child, $35 per adult, Space is limited, Must RSVP to 912-748-8888, bring your own sleeping bag and explore the past
June 11 – Kids Fishing Event, Ft Stewart Pond 30 Hwy 144 West, 7 – 11 am, Free, ages 16 and under, 912-435-8061
June 11 – 16th Annual Asian Festival, Savannah Civic Center, 11 am – 5 pm, Free
June 11 – Lady Antebellum Concert, Wild Adventures Theme Park, Valdosta GA, 8 pm, $10, 229-219-7080
June 14 – 236th Birthday of the United States Army and Flag Day
June 14 – Army Birthday Celebration, Ft Stewart Marne Garden, 9 am
June 14 - Chili’s Give Back Night, Hinesville Chili Restaurant, 5 – 9 pm, 10% profits support Wreaths for Warriors Walk, must present coupon located at www.facebook.com/wreaths4warriorswalk , www.w4ww.org
June 14 –Tedeschi Trucks Band Concert, Savannah Johnny Mercer Theater, 730 pm, $25 - $75, 912-651-6556
June 16 – Tree Dedication, Ft Stewart Warriors Walk, 930 am
June 18 – 11th Annual Walk to Dorchester, Riceboro GA, 6 am until, Help’s support Dorchester National Landmark
June 18-19 – Georgia Sea Islands Festival, The Pier at St Simons Island, 11 am – 6 pm, 912-634-0330
June 19 – Fathers Day Brunch, Club Stewart, 1030 am – 230 pm, $12.95 - $14.95, $2 Off Advance
June 19 – Fathers Day Picnic & BBQ Brunch, Hunter Club, 11 am – 2 pm, 912-459-7923
June 19 – Fathers Day Brunch Cruise, Savannah River Cruise, 1130 – 130 pm, $23-$40, 800-786-6404
June 19 – Dorchester Village Civic Center Open House, Midway GA, 2 - 4 pm, Free, 912-884-3342
June 19 –Cedric The Entertainer, Savannah Johnny Mercer Theater, 8 pm, $35 - $55, 912-651-6556
June 21 – Summer Begins 116 pm
June 21 – National Parks Service Fee Free Day, Fort Pulaski Savannah GA & Fort Frederica St Simons Island GA
June 21-22 – Sesame Street Live, Savannah Civic Center, Tue –Wed 7 pm, Wed 1030 am, $7 - $50, 912-651-6556
June 22-26 – 15th Annual AthFest Music Festival, Athens GA, over 200 bands will perform, www.athfest.com
June 23 – Hunter Army Airfield Garrison Change of Command, Hunter AAF Truscott Air Terminal, 1 pm
June 23 – Hinesville Chamber Progress Through People Luncheon, 12 noon, $15 - $20, RSVP to 912-368-4445
June 24-26 – 44th SC Festival of Flowers, Greenwood SC, $2 - $25, 864-223-8411, crafts music food and flowers
June 25 – 32nd Annual Daufuskie Day, Daufuskie Island SC, 9 am – 4 pm, $25, 843-384-9941
June 25 – Southern Isles Bodybuilding Championships, Savannah Johnny Mercer Theater, judging 10 am, finals 630 pm, $7.50 - $20, 912-651-6556
June 25 – Savannah Derby Devils Roller Derby, Savannah Civic Center, 5 pm, $2 - $10 Season $35, 912-651-6556
June 25 – MDA Black-N-Blue Ball, Mighty Eighth Museum Pooler GA, 7 pm-1200 pm, $25, 912-354-9576
June 25 – Casting Crowns Concert, Wild Adventures Theme Park, Valdosta GA, 8 pm, $15, 229-219-7080
June 28 – Carolina Day, Charleston SC, 9 am – 830 pm, Free, 843-723-3225, America’s first military victory 1776
June 1-30 – The Savannah Theatre, Savannah GA, Wed – Sun, 8 pm, $16 - $35, 912-233-7764, June shows are The Beat Goes On & Country Star Revue, Theatre has started project ‘Tickets for Troops’ for active duty ID card holders only, present / mention your ID card and your ticket is free, Help support the project by donating $5 to The Savannah Theatre www.savannahtheatre.com
June 1 thru Sept 5 – Blue Star Museum Initiative, Nationwide, free admission to active duty military personnel and their families to over 1000 museums across America, www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums
July 30 – August 6 - 10th Annual Zona Rosa Writing and Living Dream Retreat, Tybee Island GA, Hosted by award winning author Rosemary Daniell, Pat Conroy calls her "one of the best writing teachers in the country”, retreat and accommodation costs and reservation form are listed on website, reservations must be paid in full by June 25, for more information email rosemary@myzonarosa.com, www.myzonarosa.com
http://festivalsandevents.com/festival.php?state=GA http://www.sciway.net/calendar.html www.nhc.noaa.gov
http://web.georgia.org/events/ http://www.connectstewarthunter.com/ www.stewart.army.mil www.w4ww.org
You can check out all of the above local events and many others in the surrounding area by checking out the Fort StewartInternet, Quality Time Magazine or Quality Time Calendar or one of the other sites listed above. Stay connected with yourMarne Team. Even with all of the storms around the country, May has been an extremely dry month for South Georgia. We are now well over 5 inches below normal rain fall averages thus deepening our areas severe draught. This means you must be extra vigilant as you cook or burn outside or even smoke a cigarette outside. Any spark can ignite the dry brush. Always contact the local fire department before you burn Fire safety is part of the 100 Days of Summer Safety. Safety is a Mission that we all must take very serious. So enjoy your time with family and friends but always think safety first. We want to see you through a summer full of fun and adventure.