Blood Donations
WHEN: Friday, Aug 28 8:00a to 2:30p
WHERE: Memorial University Medical Center
4700 Waters Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404
If you are a regular blood donor, thank you! If you have never donated blood before, please consider becoming a first-time donor at one of the community blood drives below. All blood donations benefit Memorial University Medical Center, which includes the only designated children's hospital in this region as well as the only Level 1 trauma center in SE Georgia.
All blood donations benefit Memorial University Medical Center, which includes the only designated children's hospital in this region as well as the only Level 1 trauma center in SE Georgia. For more information visit www.memorialhealth.com.
Constructs and Inventions: The Etchings of Erik Desmazières
WHEN: Friday, Aug 28 10:00a to 5:00p
WHERE: Jepson Center For The Arts,Savannah, GA
207 W. York St., Savannah, GA, 31401
This fascinating exhibition of works by French artist Erik Desmazières will consist of a varied selection of his technically and conceptually sophisticated etchings—including architectural views, building interiors, grotesque figures, and still lifes. Although major one-person shows of Desmazières’ prints have recently been mounted by museums in France, Switzerland, Italy, and the Netherlands, Constructs and Inventions will be the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the United States. Price: Admission is free for museum members, $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and AAA members, and $5 for students (K-college). Children under 5 are free. For more information visit www.telfair.org
Savannah Sand Gnats vs. Rome Braves
WHEN: Friday, Aug 28 6:30p
WHERE: Grayson Stadium
1401 E. Victory Dr., Savannah, GA, 31404
Regular Season Minor League Baseball Game.
-Fireworks Friday-
It's the last one of the year so come out for fireworks one last time in 2009!
Presented by Falcon Fireworks
-Fan Appreciation Night-
Without you it wouldn't be possible, so we'll salute you. And give you free stuff all night.
Price: $5 Military(w/ID), $7 General Admission, $8 Reserved, $10 Box. For more information visit savannah.sandgnats.milb.com or call (912)351-9150.
Rock Fest 2009 Back-2-School Event
WHEN: Friday, Aug 28 8:00p and Saturday 29, Aug 11:00a
WHERE: Overcoming by Faith Ministries
9700 Middleground Rd., Savannah, GA, 31406
Come enjoy a FREE Drive-in Movie featuring “The Tale of Despereaux”. Free popcorn & drinks provided. On Saturday, August 29 at 11 a.m., the Rock Fest Event “Water Wars” takes place. Come enjoy games, inflatables for kids, LIVE band, food, and giveaways. Price: Free and open to the public. For more information visit overcomingbyfaith.org or call (912) 927-8601.
The Corduroy Road with Young Goodman Brown
WHEN: Friday, Aug 28 9:00p
WHERE: The Wormhole Music Club
2307 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401
“The Corduroy Road’s records are influenced by old time country and Americana, while the live performances exude the energy of punk rock.” -Athens Banner Herald. The Corduroy Road recently played the Savannah Earth Day Festival on April 25, 2009. Influences: Avett Brothers, Uncle Tupelo, Neil Young, Hank Williams Sr. Sounds Like: Avett Brothers, Uncle Tupelo. 21 and older only!Price: $5. For more information visit www.TheCorduroyRoad.com or www.wormholebar.com .
Giant Yard Sale
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 29 7:00a
WHERE: Calvary in Savannah (Across from Memorial Hospital)
4625 Waters Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404
Great deals on furniture, appliances, clothes, toys, and lots more! You don't want to miss this one!All proceeds go to directly to missions in Panama! For more information visit www.calvaryinsavannah.net
August Undie Drive
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 29 8:00a
WHERE: Spine & Sport
461 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Suite C-5, Savannah, GA, 31410
For the month of August, Spine & Sport is having a sock and undergarment drive to benefit The Fire Closet, a local not for profit that provides clothing to families who have lost their belongings in a fire or other disaster. You can help by donating new, packaged socks and undergarments at any of our five locations. All sizes are needed. Spine & Sport has five locations that are convenient for you to drop off items off. For maps and directions please visit our website at www.spinesport.org.
Snakes Alive!
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 29 9:00a to 11:00a
WHERE: Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Museum & Nature Center
681 Ft. Argyle Rd. (Rt. 204), Savannah, GA, 31419
Meet, at a safe distance, some of the reptiles and amphibians that call this area home. Join our
reptile specialist for a close look at our native turtles and snakes. How do they eat, sleep, meet a mate, and protect their babies? With luck, you’ll see the endangered gopher tortoise, too. You’ll see creatures you wouldn't see otherwise, and hear their life stories. Price: $20/person ($10 for children under 12 accompanied by a parent). For more information visit www.savannahogeecheecanal.com or call (912) 748-8068.
Tools and Skills that Built a Colony
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 29 9:00a tp 5:00p
WHERE: 7601 Skidaway Rd., Savannah, GA 31404
Craft demonstrations from the Colonial period, such as woodworking, blacksmithing, candle making, spinning, dying, and cooking, will be shown. Price: $3.50 - $5.00. For more information visit www.gastateparks.org/info/wormsloe/ or call (912) 353-3023.
Savannah Sand Gnats vs. Rome Braves
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 29 7:00p
WHERE: Grayson Stadium
1401 E. Victory Dr.
Savannah, GA USA 31404
Regular Season Minor League Baseball Game.
-Military Appreciation Night-
Come help us salute our Military on Military Appreciation Night! We'll have the Marine Corps. Band, and Color Guard Presented by Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Coca-Cola and Budweiser. Price: $5 Military(w/ID), $7 General Admission, $8 Reserved, $10 Box. For more information visit savannah.sandgnats.milb.com or call (912)351-9150.
August Undie Drive
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 30 8:00a
WHERE: Spine & Sport
461 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Suite C-5, Savannah, GA, 31410
For the month of August, Spine & Sport is having a sock and undergarment drive to benefit The Fire Closet, a local not for profit that provides clothing to families who have lost their belongings in a fire or other disaster. You can help by donating new, packaged socks and undergarments at any of our five locations. All sizes are needed. Spine & Sport has five locations that are convenient for you to drop off items off. For maps and directions please visit our website www.spinesport.org.
Savannah Belle Walking Tours
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 30 10:30a and 1:15p(reservations required)
WHERE: Reynolds Square, Savannah, GA
Book you reservation today and enjoy a two-hour historic and beautiful tour of Savannah. With your reservation you'll have an experienced and professional tour guide that will enlighten you with Colonial and Civil War History, Historic Homes, Gardens, Architecture, and Pop Culture. Prices: Adults $15, Children $5 Senior, Military, Family, and Group Discounts available. Contact 912-655-9896 to make reservations or visit site.savannahbelletours.com for more information
Savannah Sand Gnats vs. Rome Braves
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 30 2:00p
WHERE: Grayson Stadium
1401 E. Victory Dr.
Savannah, GA USA 31404
Regular Season Minor League Baseball Game.
-The BIG CW Kids Sunday-
Kids can run the bases and get player autographs after the game. Before the game, kids can play catch on the field. Presented by The CW, BIG 98.3. Price: $5 Military(w/ID), $7 General Admission, $8 Reserved, $10 Box. For more information visit savannah.sandgnats.milb.com or call (912)351-9150.
America’s Most Haunted City™ - The Truthseeker's Tour
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 30 7:30p and 930p
WHERE: Outside Starbuck's Coffee
One E. Broughton St. #1, Savannah, GA, 31404
We offer more ghost tours in more Savannah neighborhoods than any other company and are the only organization investigating on a weekly basis. We encourage you to sample all our tours as each is designed to be a very specialized and different experience. Price: $18(16 & up) and $10(All else). For more information visit www.americasmosthauntedcity.com or call 866-666-DEAD (3323).
Live Music By Eric Britt Of Hazel Virtue
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 30 8:30p to 10:30p
WHERE: Moon River Brewing Company
21 W. Bay St., Savannah, GA, 31401
Every Thursday and every other Sunday at 8:30 p.m. For more information visit www.moonriverbrewing.com or call (912) 447-0943
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