Thursday, February 25, 2010

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH


BOO! Savannah's Only Family Friendly Ghost Tour
WHEN: Friday, Feb 26 Saturday, Feb 27 and Sunday, Feb 28 6:00p and 8:00pm(reservation required)
WHERE:Bull St. between State and York Streets, Savannah, GA

Savannah's only family friendly ghost walk. Enjoy Savannah’s Ghost stories told in a family friendly manner. The whole family will have a great time and you will have your Goblins home before the bewitching hour. Price: $30/ family of 4 or $10/person. Call (912) 655-9896 to make a reservation.

8th Annual Savannah International Boat Show
WHEN: Friday, Feb 26 12:00p to 6:00p
WHERE: Savannah International Trade & Convention Center One International Dr., Savannah, GA, 31402

The Savannah International Boat Show is a fun family event for all boating and fishing enthusiasts. Not only will there be boats and marine products for sale, but also many interactive events for those interested in sailing and fishing. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with the region’s top boat dealers and manufacturers and get a close up view of hundreds of boats.Price: $8 adults, free children under 12.
Bring 5 canned goods to benefit the America's Second Harvest Coastal Georgia Food Bank and receive $2 off admission. Parking is $5 at the Trade Center, or ride the ferry from River Street for free. For more information visit www.savannahinternationalboatshow.com.

Gina Rene and Neaueramusic
WHEN: Friday, Feb 26 9:00p to Saturday, Feb 27 12:30a
WHERE: Jazz'd Tapas Bar 52 Barnard St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Savannah's great jazz singer Gina Rene will be appearing at Jazz'd Tapas Bar on Friday, February 26. She will be backed by an outstanding trio of Eric Jones, piano, Peter Berquist, bass, and Billy Hoffman, drums. Price: No cover. For more information call (912) 236-7777.

Comedian Dan Ahdoot
WHEN: Friday, Feb 26 8:00p
WHERE: Fine Arts Auditorium 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA, 31419

WHO IS DAN AHDOOT?
Dan has been featured on The Jay Leno Show and Comedy Central's Premium Blend and was a guest at the Comedy Central South Beach Comedy Festival. Dan was a finalist on Season 2 of NBCs Last Comic Standing. He has written for MTV's Short Circuits, Comedy Central's Crank Yankers, and A&E's Roast of Gene Simmons. Dan is one of the highest book college acts in the country. He performed at over 300 colleges. He also performs at corporate events and many other organizations. Price: AASU Students: Free with Pirate Card. General Admission: (2) Canned Food Items. Items collected will be donated to the Haiti Relief Program. Age Suitability: 18 and up. For more information call (912) 344-2504.

Grand "Re-opening" and One Year Anniversary Party at The Wormhole!
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 27 8:00p
WHERE:The Wormhole Music Club 2307 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

We are celebrating our success! Hellblinki Sextet will be returning to our stage with their amazingly unique performance. Scarlett and her troupe will entertain us with their skilled and exotic belly dancing show. Sinister Moustache, The Train Wrecks, and Magazine Ave will start the night off. In addition we have a magical performance by David Jowers, an art exhibit, live performance painters, and more. Price: $15 each or 2 for $25(21 and up). For more information call (912) 349-6770.

Every Step Counts Survivors Walk
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 27 9:00a
WHERE: Memorial University Medical Center 4700 Waters Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404

Every Step Counts enthusiastically invites all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to join us for our monthly walk. The walk is free and open to all cancer survivors and their loved ones. For more information visit www.memorialhealth.com or call (912) 350-8000.

Taste Fest 2010
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 27 5:00p to 8:00p
WHERE: Living Faith Church 3789 Noel Conaway Rd., Guyton, GA, 31312

Experience the flavors of the world! Taste Japanese, Mexican, Italian, All American, Country cooking, Outdoor, Dessert, Slim fit, and much more. Price: $6.50. Call (912) 728-8811 for tickets.

New York Disco Villains
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 27 7:00p
WHERE:The Wormhole Music Club 2307 Bull St, Savannah, GA, 31401

Live at The Wormhole with Hellblinki Sextet and more. For more information visit www.myspace.com/wormholebar.

Live Music By Eric Britt Of Hazel Virtue
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 28 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 call (912)447.0943.

"Small Treasures of 19Th-Century American Art"
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 28 1:00p to 5:00p
WHERE: SCAD Museum of Art 227 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Kiah Hall, Savannah, GA, 31401

A focused look at more than 15 small-scale works by artists of the Hudson River School and other 19Th-century masters including Bierstadt, Cropsey, Durand, Gifford, Bannister, Duncanson, Chase, & Inness invites the viewer to share in the painters’ lyrical visions of a bygone America. The landscapes and still lives are drawn from the Savannah collections of Dr. Paul Bradley & Dr. Walter Evans as well as from the museum’s collection. The exhibition complements "Nature's Banquet", also on view. Price: Free. For more information visit www.scad.edu/museum.

Valparaiso University 's Kantorei Choir in Concert
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 28 7:00p
WHERE: The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension 120 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31412

The Kantorei choir will introduce audiences to religious music from throughout the world They will lead services of choral evening prayer, using music from several countries, including works from Cameroon, Argentina and the Philippines. The choir will also sing additional music of the western church, including works by Heinrich Schultz, Johann Brahms, and Aaron Copland. For more information visit www.elcota.org.


Thursday, February 18, 2010

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH



“Potable Gold”: Savannah’s Madeira Tradition
WHEN:Friday, Feb 19 5:30p to 6:30p, Saturday 5:30p to 6:30p
WHERE:Isaiah Davenport House Museum 324 E. State St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Patrons are oriented to the long and rich tradition of Madeira wine as it relates to the history of Savannah and then participate in a simulated Madeira party. During the experience patrons will sample two types of Madeira and see the historic house at dusk. Price: $20 per person. For more information call (912) 236-8097.

Judgement House, a walk-through drama
WHEN:Friday, Feb 19 6:30p,Saturday, Feb 20 4:00p to 9:00p and Sunday, Feb 21 4:00p to 9:00p
WHERE:Southside Baptist Church 5502 Skidaway Road, Savannah, GA

Four people, different lives in different places. The one thing they do have in common is they each only have 59 minutes left to live. Follow each of these characters through their final 59 minutes on earth and find out how prepared they were for eternity. Ages ten and older. Reservations are required for groups and recommended for all others. For more information visit www.southsidebaptistchurch.org or call (912) 629-1384.

THE DREAM MAKER PROGRAM!!!
WHEN:Friday, Feb 19 8:30a
WHERE:City of Savannah Department of Housing 10 East Bay Street, Savannah, GA, 31412

City of Savannah’s HOME BUYER PROGRAM “DREAM MAKER WHERE DREAMS CAN COME TRUE”
The City of Savannah Department of Housing (DOH) offers three DREAM MAKER programs with different levels of assistance offering affordable loans for down payment assistance, closing costs, gap financing and other related expenses presented by Carol Ellison, Loan Officer.*income restrictions apply*. For more information call (912) 651-6926.

Grand Festival Day
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 20 9:00a to 7:30p
WHERE:Savannah Civic Center 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

In celebration of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival with a health fair (9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.), a Crafts Village (1:30-3 p.m.), the ribbon-cutting ceremony (3 p.m.), a Youth Talent Extravaganza (5 p.m.) and a concert with Savannah's Stephanie Edwards and K'Jon and the S.O.S. Band (6:30 p.m.). Price: Free. For more information call (912) 691-6847 or (912) 351-6320.

Introduction to AcroYoga
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 20 9:00p to 11:00p
WHERE:Ashram Savannah Yoga CO-Op 2424 Drayton St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Have you ever watched acrobats in stunned amazement? Or felt your jaw hit the floor watching Cirque du Soleil perform? Have you ever wondered how it would feel to fly? Join Todd Delaune for an introduction to the art of flying. You will work with a partner to defy gravity. Bring a partner or find one at the workshop. Price: $30 / Member discounts apply. For more information visit www.yogacoopsavannah.

Walking Tour
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 20 11:00a
WHERE:Wright Square Bull St. between State and York Streets, Savannah, GA

The Footprints of Savannah Walking Tour in celebration of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Price: Free. For more information visit www.savannahblackheritagefestival.com or call (912) 695-3872.

Blissrock / Pre-goth, Plumerai with The Blue Hit
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 20 10:00p
WHERE:The Wormhole Music Club 2307 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Plumerai: Avant-gaze from Boston with effected guitars, eastern-euro flavors, grooving bass lines and sultry vocals. Influences: the Cure, Gogol Bordello, Radiohead. The Blue Hit: The precocious lyrics and the delicate instrumentals are mesmerizing, and quite unlike any sound out there. "The sparse yet engaging backdrop provided by guitarist John McGee and cellist David Moss leaves plenty of room for the precious frailty and jazzy inflections of vocalist Grace Rowland. 21 and up. For more information call (912) 349-6770.

Live Music By Eric Britt Of Hazel Virtue
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 21 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 call (912)447-0943.

Kirtan with Jeannie and Molly
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 21 6:00p to 7:00p
WHERE:Ashram Savannah Yoga CO-Op 2424 Drayton St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Immerse yourself in an hour of non-stop live music and chant with Molly Tomiczek (vocals and harmonium) and Jeannie Kelley (flute and percussion). Kirtan is call-and-response form of chanting – a musical tradition of India whose ancient roots are blossoming in pop yoga cultures. Though Kirtan has Hindu origins, it is not a religious ritual. Price: $10 / $12. For more information call (912) 695-9990.

Winston Churchill Lecture with Dr. Rob Bayless
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 21 4:00p
WHERE:227 MLK Jr. Blvd., SCAD, Savannah, GA, 31401

Dr. Bayless is a graduate of John Carroll University with a degree in History. After retiring from television and radio Dr. Bayless taught classes at Baldwin-Wallace College in Cleveland,Ohio. Social hour will follow lecture. Parking available at Visitor Center. Price: Free. For more information call (912) 236-7337.







Thursday, February 11, 2010

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH


Savannah Irish Festival
WHEN:Friday-Sunday, Feb 12,13, and 14 10:00a
WHERE:Savannah Civic Center 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

Weatherproof site for the celebration of the performing arts and culture of Ireland and Irish America.
4,500 attendees expected. ** Estimated start time -- Please confirm ** For more information call(912) 651-6556.

“Songs in Art and Spirit: The Illustrations and Puppets of Ashley Bryan”
WHEN:Friday, Feb 12 10:00a to 5:00p
WHERE:SCAD Museum of Art 227 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Kiah Hall, Savannah, GA, 31401

A luminous exhibition features illustrations & puppets by children’s book illustrator Ashley Bryan, 2009 winner of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal for contributions to children's literature & of multiple Coretta Scott King Awards. Filled with bright expressive color, rich patterns or strong linear rhythms, the works by the noted African-American artist range across his 40-year career & include works inspired by African folk tales, spirituals, & poetry. (Savannah Black Heritage Festival event).Price: Free. For more information call (912) 525-7191 or visit www.scad.edu/museum/.

Cupid's Kids Cafe`
WHEN:Friday, Feb 12 3:00p t0 5:00p
WHERE:The John S. Delaware Center 1815 Lincoln Street, Savannah, GA, 31401

We invite all school age children to join us for Cupid’s Kid’s CafĂ© in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Admission includes refreshments and a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of these great prizes:
1st: MP3 player , 2nd: Gift basket,3rd: Gift card . Carnations, gift baskets and couple pictures will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to The J.C. Coleman Foundation, Inc., a public 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the graduation rate in Chatham County.Price: $2.00; includes raffle ticket. For more information (912)354-3014 or (912)651-6793.

Today the Moon, Tomorrow the Sun (ATL) and Odist (Athens prog/exprmntl)
WHEN:Friday, Feb 12 10:00p
WHERE:The Wormhole Music Club 2307 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Today the Moon, Tomorrow the Sun is an indie electro-pop four piece is poised to conquer the nation with it’s dance-tastic sounds, scintillating melodies,and charming good looks. But, it’s their commitment to touring around the Southeast, putting on amazing live shows. Sounds_Like: Sonic Youth, Metric, Pinback, Muse. ODIST has a progressive, psychedelic, experimental sound, Mars Volta and Radiohead influenced music.Prog rock sound, flawless transitions, banging breaks. Price:Free (21 and over only). For more information call (912) 349-6770.

Valentines Ball
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 13 7:00p
WHERE:Con-Ed Family Resource Center 714 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA, 31401

The event is sponsored by the BRM Choir of Connor’s Temple Baptist Church. The attire is formal.Price: $25 Single or $40 Couple. For more information call (912) 232-8291.

Wesley's Love Walk/Run
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 13 7:45a to 2:00p
WHERE:10 Whitaker St., Savannah, GA, 31412

Community Event—The Love Walk/Run, Saturday, February 13, 2010 to benefit Wesley Community Centers of Savannah, Inc. 5 K run kicks off at 7:45am and 3.6K or 2.4K walk begins at 10:00 am. South end of Forsyth Park. Hosted by WTOC Meteorologist Pat Prokop. Special Performances by Jazz Legend Ben Tucker and Singer Extraordinaire Huxie Scott. Price: sponsorships, donations, $20-$25 for the run. For more information visit www.wesleyctrs-savh.org/index.php.

“Potable Gold”: Savannah’s Madeira Tradition
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 13 5:30p to 6:30p
WHERE:324 E. State St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Patrons are oriented to the long and rich tradition of Madeira wine as it relates to the history of Savannah and then participate in a simulated Madeira party. During the experience patrons will sample two types of Madeira and see the historic house at dusk. Price: $20 per person. For information or reservations call (912) 236-8097 or email jcredle@savbusiness.net. Reservations must be received 24 hours in advance.

Westlake Reforestation Project
WHEN:Saturday, Feb 13 9:00a
WHERE:Westlake Ave., Savannah, GA, 31405

The Savannah Tree Foundation is partnering with Chatham County and the Georgia Forestry Commission to plant 250 trees. Approximately 125 volunteers are needed to help plant trees at this family-friendly event suitable for people of all ages. Refreshments, tools and community service hours are provided. For more information call (912) 233-TREE.

Coastal Jazz Association’s 1st Annual Valentine’s Day Concert
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 14 5:00p
WHERE:One Resort Dr., Savannah, GA, 31421

Kiss! Kiss! Kiss! It’s time again for saying those three little words... "I love you!" But this time say it with food, wine and JAZZ. And even better yet, with the Savannah Stompers Jazz Band: Savannah’s premier good time band. Price: $10; Free for members. For more information visit www.coastal-jazz.org or call (912) 201-2201.

Marriage Renewal Service
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 14 11:00a
WHERE:2020 Tennessee Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404

How long have you been married? Now is the time to renew those marriage vows. Come join us as we celebrate in a Marriage Renewal Service.

Family Day Sunday
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 14 6:00p
WHERE:102 Sylvania Rd., Savannah, GA, 31419

The group "Simple Grace" led by husband Jim and wife Kathy Hitch and family who hail from Martell, Nebraska, will perform. The group not only sings a mixture of songs, but plays various styles of musical instruments as well. For more information visit www.simplegrace.org or call (912) 925-3852.

Lazaretto Boat Club Oyster Roast
WHEN:Sunday, Feb 14 1:00p to 5:00p
WHERE:6 Schwartz Place, Savannah, GA, 31410

Oyster Roast with live music, silent auction, oysters, BBQ and hot dogs to benefit Special Olympics and the Boys and Girls Club of Savannah. Located at Cannon Field on Wilmington Island by the tennis courts. Look for signs. Price: $12.00 in advance/$15.00 at the door. For more information call (912) 224-0148.