OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH
Savannah Belle Walking Tours
WHEN: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sep 25, 26 & 27 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 http://www.savannahbelletours.com./


Oktoberfest
WHEN: Friday, Saturday and Sunday Oct 2-4 10:00a
WHERE: River Street Inn 124 E. Bay St., Savannah, GA, 31401

It's an Oompah Stomping, Dachshund Dashing, Bratwurst Tasting, Beverage Toasting weekend with your friends on the river. Featuring arts & crafts, live entertainment, fabulous food, and much more. 20,000 attendees expected. ** Estimated start time -- Please confirm ** For more information call 912-234-6400.


26th Annual Oktoberfest on the River
WHEN: Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 2-4 Friday and Saturday 9am-midnight and Sunday 9am-6pm
WHERE: Historic River Street Savannah, GA 31401

Live Entertainment featuring Headliner and Oompah Bands, Wachovia KinderVillage, German Food, Games,Fun, Regional Arts & Crafts, Fireworks on the River Friday night at 9:30pm, Wiener Dog Races Saturday at 10 am in Morrell Park, and much, much more! Free to the public. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.riverstreetsavannah.com or call 912-234-0295.


62nd annual Junior League of Savannah Thrift Sale
WHEN: Friday, Oct 2 10:00a to 2:00p and Saturday, Oct 3 10:00a to 3:00p
WHERE: Savannah Civic Center 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

The Annual Thrift Sale, held the first weekend of October each fall, is a primary source of funding for the Junior League. All of the proceeds from the sale are returned to the community through Junior League community improvement projects. On Saturday every item is reduced by 50%. No strollers or carts allowed. Cash Only. Admission: $5 on Friday and $3 on Saturday. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.jrleaguesav.org or call 912-790-1002.

First Friday Fireworks on the River
WHEN: Friday, Oct 2 9:30pm
WHERE: Historic River Street Savannah, GA 31401

Celebrate the end of the week with Fireworks and River Street fun! Free to the public. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.riverstreetsavannah.com or call 912-234-0295.


Yellow Fever! Savannah’s Epidemic of 1820
WHEN: Friday, Oct 2 7:30pm
WHERE: Isaiah Davenport House Museum 324 E. State Street, Savannah, GA, 31401

Visitors are led by living history interpreters on a 50-minute experience throughout the museum property as voyeurs facing the frightful time of pestilence when the city was stricken by an epidemic of unknown cause but what we now know as the mosquito-borne yellow fever. Performers will convey the fear, apprehension and ambivalence that characterized those who witnessed the deadly disease. Price: $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.davenporthousemuseum.orgor call 912-236-8097.


Dead Men Don't Speakeasy
WHEN: Friday, Oct 2 7:00p
WHERE: IL Pasticcio 2 E. Broughton, Savannah, GA, 31401

Roaring 20's interactive murder mystery dinner theater every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening at Il Pasticcio in Savannah, GA from October 2 - February 28. Seating begins at 7pm. Price: $60 includes dinner, show, tax and gratuity. Call 912 231 8888 for reservations or visit http://www.blogger.com/www.withoutacue.com for more information.


Dutch Utopia: American Artists in Holland, 1880-1914
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 10:00a to 5:00p
WHERE: Jepson Center For The Arts 07 W. York St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Mark your calendars for this groundbreaking exhibition, opening this fall at the Jepson Center for the Arts! The first major exhibition to explore the little-known phenomenon of American artists working in Holland around the turn of the twentieth century. Price: Members: Free, Adults: $15, AAA / Seniors (65+) / Military: $14, Student (K-College): $5, Children under 5: Free. For more information visit telfair.org or call 912-790-8800.


Giant Yard Sale
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 7:00a
WHERE: Korean Presbyterian Church 6501 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA, 31401

There will be deals on furniture, appliances, clothes, toys, household items, bake sale and more. Food will be available: coffee and sweet rolls, hot dogs hamburgers and sodas. All proceeds will be used for the building fund. For more information call 912-356-3555 or 912-598-1851.


Little Tybee With Neva Geoffrey
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 8:00p
WHERE: The Sentient Bean 13 E. Park Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

We're happy to welcome back outstanding local musicians Little Tybee and Neva Geooffrey. Price: $5.00 Suggested Donation (21 and up). For more information visit sentientbean.com or call 912-232-4447.


Hooray for Hollywood
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 3:00p
WHERE: Savannah Theatre 222 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Salute to 100 years of music from the silver screen. The Savannah Theatre pays tribute to the greatest musical movie moments of all time, from the Golden Age of Hollywood as well as today's Blockbusters. Favorite performances from stars like Shirley Temple, Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, and Gene Kelly are recreated on stage, complete with their original costumes and choreography. Come relive the "movie magic" of over 50 award-winning films in one dazzling, two hour musical production! Price: Adults-$35; 17 and younger-$16. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.savannahtheatre.com or contact (912) 233-7764.


Plant Swap
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 8:00a to 11:00a
WHERE: Between Chatham Steel and SCAD's Boundary Hall 416 West Boundary St., Savannah, GA, 31401

This is a no-money-exchanged, twice-yearly get together of people who have too many perennials/seeds/house plants and don't want to throw them away and people who are always looking for something new, something different, something they got at an earlier plant swap that needs identification. For more information call 912-484-3045.


Carwash For The Cause
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3 12:00p to 3:00p
WHERE: Memorial University Medical Center 4700 Waters Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404

Bring you car or truck in for a shine as the staff of Chatham Medical Associates along with family and volunteers will be holding a car wash to raise money for the American Diabetes Association. Location: Chatham Medical Associates parking lot, 63rd and Paulsen Street. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.memorialhealth.com or call 912-350-7727.


Playhouse Disney Live!
WHEN: Sunday, Oct 4 12:30p and 3:30p
WHERE: Johnny Mercer Theatre 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

Celebrate with your Playhouse Disney pals when Playhouse Disney Live! comes to your hometown! In this brand new live show, you're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course! Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat. Laugh, sing and play along 'cause your favorite Playhouse Disney pals are live on stage and you're invited to join the party! Price: $7.00 - $40.00. To purchase tickets visit http://www.blogger.com/www.savannahcivic.com or call 912-651-6556 or 800-351-7469 for more information.


"Too Marvelous For Words”; Picnic in the Park with Johnny Mercer
WHEN: Sunday, Oct 4 3:00p to 9:00p
WHERE: Forsyth Park Whitaker Street, Savannah, GA, 31401

The event will include a Johnny Mercer themed picnic contest and a live Big Band with four popular Savannah vocalists, performing Mercer's classic songs in honor of the Johnny Mercer Centennial. Pack your picnic basket and enjoy a memorable afternoon with fine music, food and friends. Price: Free. For more information visit http://www.blogger.com/www.savannahga.gov or call 912-651-6417.


LIVE MUSIC By Eric Britt of Hazel Virtue
WHEN: Sunday, Oct 4 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 http://www.blogger.com/www.moonriverbrewing.com.