$20,000 to SSI Library
As of May 2025, The Literary Guild raised $20,000 for St. Simons Library through our ongoing Bookstore (open most Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9:30-3:30) and the Spring sale held over four days in the Casino Atrium.
Many thanks to the book donors, bookstore and book sale volunteers, and patrons for making this ongoing fundraiser possible!
St. Simons Island Library will use the funds to purchase new books and materials! 📚
Support for programs 📚
We award the St. Simons Island Library for projects supporting cultural literacy in our community. Guild membership funds make these programs possible. Recent programs are listed below:
The Take 5 Program (2024-2025 School Year) This initiative provides reading materials and helpful instructions to the parents of all pre-K children who attend St. Simons Elementary and Oglethorpe Elementary on St. Simons. The aim is to improve early reading skills through parent participation. $4,950
Summer Reading Program (Summer 2025) – Designed to prevent the summer learning slide, this program series encourages kids to read by participating in a reading challenge and attending interactive events at the St. Simons Island Library. $ 3,645
The Phil Morrison- Ken Trimmins Jazz Collective (February 19, 2025) – $3,300
This dynamic group blends masterful musicianship with rich jazz traditions, creating an unforgettable performance every time they take the stage.
Charlotte’s Web – The Musical (February 28, 2025) $1,125
The timeless magic of Charlotte’s Web is in this heartwarming musical, where friendship, courage, and a little web-spun wonder prove anything is possible!
Weekly Community Yoga (January to April 2025) – $1,600
Weekly Community Tai-Chi (January to April 2025)– $1,300