Thursday, October 15, 2009

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH


Savannah Belle Walking Tours
When: Friday-Sunday, Oct 16, 17 & 18 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.

Boo!!! Savannah's Only family Friendly Ghost Tour
When:Friday-Sunday Oct 16,17 & 18 6:00p
Where:Wright Square Bull St. between State and York Streets, Savannah, GA

Enjoy Savannah's Ghost stories told in a family friendly manner. We keep everything PG. The whole family will have a great time and you will have your Goblins home before the bewitching hour. Goodie bags for all the little monsters! Reservations required. Price: $10/person $30/family up to 4 $5/additional family member. To make reservations please call 912-655-9896.

Savannah Music Festival presents Bonnie Raitt
When:Friday, Oct 16 7:30p
Where:Johnny Mercer Theatre 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

Bonnie Raitt is an institution in American music. The recipient of nine GRAMMY awards in her illustrious career, Raitt performs in a style all her own, melding folk, country, blues and rock elements with her distinctive voice and sparkling, gritty slide guitar playing. Alongside her accomplishments in the music business, Bonnie Raitt has been a considerable activist/philanthropist. Prices: $35 - $75 (additional service fees may apply) A $2 per ticket service fee is added into each ticket. Tickets can be purchased at scadboxoffice.com, at the Savannah Box Office window,(216 E. Broughton St.), or at the door 1 hour prior to the event. For more information call 912-525-5050.

Fish Fry! ALL YOU CAN EAT $8
When:Friday, Aug 21 5:00p to 8:00p
Where:American Legion Post 184 3003 Rowland Ave.Savannah, GA 31404

Come enjoy All You Can Eat fried Whiting Fish, Fries, Hushpuppies, Coleslaw and Grits!! Soda and bar available. Everyone welcomed! Price:$8/person. Contact 912-354-5515 or 912-398-6732 for more information.

“The Lady Aoi”
When:Friday, Oct 16 8:00p:
Where:Savannah State University 3219 College St., Savannah, GA, 31404

This performance is sponsored by Savannah State University. ‘Lady Aoi’ is based on an original 1000 year old Japanese story, which has been updated by Yukio Mishima. The new story line has different symbolism to the original, but is still most effective and retains the ghostly atmosphere of the first.Price: $10 general admission and $5 for students, faculty and staff. For more information call 912-303-1638.

Live Music by Harry O'Donoghue
When:Friday, Oct 16 8:30p
Where:Kevin Barry's Pub 117 W. River St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Active in the Savannah community he calls home, Harry co-produces and hosts “The Green Island Radio Show” broadcasting weekly on Georgia Public Broadcasting and streamed live on the Internet at GPB.org. Interviewing touring artists and reviewing and airing new Celtic music has kept him in touch with the Irish music scene. He also hosts singing workshops, passing folk songs along in the oral tradition. For more information visit kevinbarrys.com or call 912-233-9626.

St. James Catholic School Auction
When:Friday, Oct 16 6:30p
Where:St. James Catholic School 8412 Whitfield Avenue, Savannah, GA, 31406

Live and silent auction with dinner catered by Carrabba's. Lots of fun to be had as we raise money for our school while auctioning fabulous items.Price: $35.00(21 & up). For more information call 912-355-3132.

Moon River Dancers present their annual Anniversary Ball
When:Saturday, Oct 17 7:30p to 11:00p
Where:American Legion Post 135 1108 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Dessert and coffee will be provided and there will be a cash bar.Dress will be black tie optional. Price: $25 for non-members; $20 USA Dance Members(21 & up). For more information call 912-655-4985 or 912-961-9960.

Fall Festival
When:Saturday, Oct 17 10:00a to 2:00p
Where:White Bluff United Methodist Church 11911 White Bluff Rd., Savannah, GA, 31419

Fun-filled activities and games will include a Petting Zoo, Kiddie Train, Moon Bounce, Bungee Run, Barrel of Fun and a dunking booth. There will also be hands-on crafts as well as handmade crafts for purchasing…and new this year…a Thrift Store to include clothing and costume jewelry. The Pumpkin Patch CafĂ© will offer refreshments. The annual Pumpkin Patch will be open with loads of pumpkins in various sizes and prices. For more information call 912-925-5924.

Sunsplash Outdoor Fitness Festival
When:Saturday, Oct 17 6:30a
Where:University of Georgia Marine Extension Aquarium 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA, 31411

Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes invites walkers to form company and family teams to participate in a 3-kilometer walk along Skidaway River. Tour de Cure, the Association's signature cycling event, will feature either a 10-mile or 40-mile ride throughout Skidaway Island and The Landings. Kayak for a Kure invites paddlers of all abilities to bring their kayaks to Butterbean Beach, down the Skidaway River for a 3-mile paddle to the UGA Marine Extension Aquarium. For more information visit www.diabetes.org or call 912-353-8110 ext. 3093.

“New York, New York” Auction
When:Saturday, Oct 17 7:30p
Where:Scad River Club 3 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA, 31401

Admission includes heavy hors dourves and the opportunity to bid in both silent and live auctions.
Over 400 items will be up for auction: gift certificates to area restaurants, dentists and veterinarians, hand crafted items, beautiful artwork, jewelry, themed gift baskets and many other items too numerous to mention. Proceeds from this event benefit the Theatre Department of the Savannah Arts Academy. Price:$25. For more information call 912-308-4610 or 912-961-0592.

Tasting and Cookbook Signing
When:Saturday, Oct 17 2:00p to 4:00p
Where:Mercer House Carriage Shop 430 Whitaker Street, Savannah, GA, 31401

Meet Chef Cleveland Critton from the Starfish Cafe and sample some of their favorite foods. Learn about Union Mission's culinary arts training program that has been transforming lives. For more information call 912-236-6352.

Dining for Change Black & White Party
When:Sunday, Oct 18 5:00p to 9:00p
Where:Marriott Savannah Riverfront 100 General McIntosh Blvd., Savannah, GA, 31401

Admission includes complimentary parking, light cuisine, entertainment and fun with a live band and performances by local dancers, testamonials by local survivors and more...cash bar. Wear your best black and white! If you are bold, add a splash of purple, pink or red for the causes. 100% of proceeds go toNCA Cares Fund at www.ncacares.org to support the NCA/American Cancer Society's Look Good...Feel Better program and Cut It Out Salons Against Domestic Abuse. Price: $40 Donation. For more information call 912-844-4837 or 912-655-6345.

“Who Do You Think You Are? Idolatry and Identity ‘Parker’s Back"
When:Sunday, Oct 18 3:00p
Where:Flannery O'Connor Childhood Home 207 East Charlton Street, Savannah, GA, 31401

Discussion of the classic O’Connor story with Woody Belangia, Professor of Philosophy at Augusta State University. All attendees are encouraged to read the story before attending this lively and provocative lecture and discussion. Price: Free. For more information call 912-233-6014.

Florence 1359
When:Sunday, Oct 18 3:00p
Where:St. Paul's Espiscopal Church 1802 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Presented by the Goliards, an ancient music ensemble. The program will consist of a cross-section of music from Florence of 650 years ago, a time just ten years after the Black Death wiped out up to 60% of the population of Europe. Price: $10. For more information visit www.savannahgoliards.org or call 912-495-9081.

52nd Jamboree on the Air
When:Sunday, Oct 18 10:00a to 6:00p
Where:Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler, GA, 3132

Jamboree is a yearly event for Cub and Boy Scouts. Scouts can communicate with other scouts all over the world via Amateur Radio, using voice, Morse Code, Echolink and other methods. A hidden transmitter hunt (foxhunt or bunny hunt will also be held. Hands-on electronic skills such as soldering will be demonstrated. Scouts can qualify for awards and merit badges. Scouts can preorder event patch. For information contact Philip Neidlinger. Price: $4 for patch. For more information call 912-667-7660.

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