Kids are back in school and fall season is just about to start. The weather is still hot and humid, so in many way in Camden County it feels as if fall is still far away.

We hope you too had a long and relaxing Labor Day weekend and that you had an opportunity to visit the Kingsland Catfish festival. But now, it’s time to look ahead.

Here is what’s happening in our area for the remaining part of September.

Starry Nights with Michael Hulett

Howard Gilman Waterfront Park
Saturday, September 10, 2011
7:00 pm-9:00 pm

This is the final performance of the 2011 Starry Nights free concert series for the year. Enjoy the heartfelt soulful vocals and sax tunes of musician Michael Hulett who will be performing on stage. Michael Hulett offers a mix of classic and modern jazz, R&B, soul and rock/pop tunes. Bring a chair or a blanket, some snacks, and your friends to enjoy a relaxing evening on the river.

Don Quixote, played by Bill Raser, takes to his bed after a showdown with the Great Enchanter.

Man of La Mancha at the Theatre by the Trax

The Man of La Mancha is performed by St. Marys Little Theatre at the Theatre by the Trax (the old railroad building).

Friday, September 9 at 7 pm
Saturday, September 10 at 7 pm
Friday, September 16 at 7 pm
Saturday, September 17 at 7 pm – SOLD OUT
Sunday, September 18 at 2 pm – just a few tickets left
Theatre by the Trax, 1000 Osborne Road, St. Marys

Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased at St. Marys Welcome Center, 111 Osborne Street.

Read our previous post about the performance here.

Annual Ralph J. Bunche Classic

Edward Waters College vs. Virginia University of Lynchburg. Benefits firefighting organizations and the USO.
Read more about this football game here.

Pooch Plunge

Give your dog a special treat and a way to escape the heat and cool off. Come to St. Marys Aquatic Center for the Pooch Plunge — a day of fun for both dogs and owners. On Sunday, September 11 from 3:00-5:30 PM your dogs can come and play at the St. Marys Aquatic Center. Dogs who want to participate and play can’t be aggressive — we are sure the rule applies to owners as well. They also need to be kept on a leash, the dogs that is. Dogs are free – but owners pay $3.20, or vice versa. Why the odd admission fee? That mystery remains. Call 912-673-8118 for more information.

Wildcat Football – September 16

Wildcat Football vs. Windsor Forest at Chris Gilman Stadium, 7:30pm (Recreation Night)

St Marys Community Market

Sept 11, 18, 25

This market takes place at the waterfront in downtown St Marys on Saturdays from 9 am – 1 pm.  Find local produce, home made bread, arts and crafts items, flowers and much more.

9^th Annual Ralph J. Bunche Classic to be played September 10, 2011

St. Marys, GA—On September 10, 2011, Tigers and Dragons will come head to head at Camden County High School’s Chris Gilman Stadium.

Jacksonville’s Edward Waters College (Tigers) and Virginia University of Lynchburg (Dragons) will vie for the winning title of the historic Ralph J. Bunche Classic. This year’s Classic pays tribute to firefighters and the military, recognizing their sacrifices and contributions throughout history. L. J. Williams, event chair, said that the theme of “America’s Heroes” is especially meaningful on two levels.

“On the eve of September 11, people all over our country will be thinking about that horrific day ten years ago when so many of America’s heroes lost their lives trying to save others,” Williams said. “At the same time, we’re giving thanks everyday to the brave firefighters who continue to battle the fires that have ravaged our area recently.”

Williams went on to say that by honoring military families, military vets and firefighters and their families, the Ralph J. Bunche Classic continues a legacy of giving back that began nine years ago.

Golf Tournament at Laurel Island Links

The highlight of the Ralph J. Bunche Classic is the football game slated for 3:00 pm on September 10, but numerous other events build up to the game. An appreciation lunch will be help on Friday, September 9, then a golf tournament at Laurel Island Links on the morning of the game.

Robert Cummings, Director of the Camden County Re-entry Program and one of the event organizers, said the Classic is expected to draw more than 200 firefighters and 500 military personnel and families as well as local and state law enforcement agencies.

“We invite the entire community to become involved and show their support of the great men and women of America who are the true heroes of our times,” Cummings said.

Get Your Tickets Early

The community can become involved through sponsorships and/or by purchasing tickets to Classic Events. General admission to the game is $10 in advance, $12 on game day and for children/students $5 in advance and $7 on game day. Family packages are also available, and groups of 20 are eligible for a discount.

A portion of the proceeds will go to firefighting organizations and the USO.

GAME SCHEDULE:

2:30 Parade of Flags

2:40 Heroes Honored

3:00 Kick-off

Half-time Salute to Heroes and performance by Edward Waters College Band and the renowned Purple Thunder.

Ralph J. Bunche Classic tickets can be purchased at the St. Marys Welcome Center, the Kingsland Welcome Center, Van Barber Shop in Kingsland, and on base at MWR.

Call 912-552-4494 for more information.

About Ralph J. Bunche

Ralph J. Bunche was an American political scientist anddiplomat who received the 1950 Nobel Peace Prize for his late 1940s mediation in Palestine. He was the first person of color to be so honored in the history of the Prize. He was involved in the formation and administration of the United Nations. In 1963, he received the Medal of Freedom from President John F. Kennedy. Bunche founded a trade school that later became an all-black high school in Camden County.

On Saturday, January 10th 2009 at 10:00 AM in Downtown Kingsland, the wildcat parade of pride will be held. Everyone is invited to enter in the Wildcat Parade of Pride, participation is free and we are looking for who has the most WILDCAT SPIRIT!? There will be spirit contests and fun for all! Don’t forget to wear your wildcat blue!

The Wildcat parade of pride is a community celebration in honor of the Camden County Wildcats 2008 State Championship win. The parade activities will be on Saturday, January 10th, 2009. The parade line up will start at 9:00am on HWY 17 and the parade activities will begin promptly at 10:00am. We are planning spirit contests for the parade entries that have the most Wildcat pride. Please plan to join us for a fun & festive victory tribute honoring the community’s Camden County Wildcat spirit and pride!!

For more information, including participation forms, go online to www.VisitKingsland.com/calendar or please call 912-729-5999.

Wildcat Cheerleaders invite you to participate in supporting our football team as they play in the semi final round against Newnan Friday. Wear your school colors with pride and support your Wildcats!!!

The Wildcats will travel to Newnan for the Semi-Finals on Friday, December 5, 2008. Kick-off is at 7:30 PM.

Advanced tickets are on sale in the Athletic Office at Camden County High School for $12.00 each.

We have two Charter Fan Busses going to Newnan. The cost is $62.00 per person. This fee includes your ticket to the game. The bus will depart promptly at 11:30am near the Athletic Offices.

Tickets are on sale this week

Monday – Thursday from 8:00 – 4:30.

Please contact the Athletic Office at 729-7042 for additional information.