OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH

Isaiah Davenport House Museum presents “Tea At Mrs. Davenport’s

WHEN: Friday, Mar 19 5:00p

WHERE: Isaiah Davenport House Museum 324 E. State St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Learn about tea traditions and experience an early 19th century tea in the historic atmosphere of the Isaiah Davenport House Museum. Patrons will be oriented to the history of tea and tea traditions relating to the early 19th century consumers. They will tour areas of the home where tea service took place and will participate in a simulated afternoon tea given with costumed interpreters. The program will take one hour.

Reservations recommended and must be received 24 hours in advance. There is a 14 person maximum per program. The Davenport House is an historic site which tells the story of a successful craftsman and his household in early 19th century Savannah. Price: $18 adult, $14 students 8 to 17. For more information call (912) 236-8097.

A Night Along the River

WHEN: Friday, Mar 19 6:00p to 9:00p

WHERE: Bonna Bella Yacht Club 2740 Livinston Ave., Savannah, GA, 31406

A Lowcountry boil & silent auction to benefit the YMCA Priceless Gifts Campaign. Music by “Call the Cops.” Ticket includes free childcare at the Habersham YMCA. Price: $30 in advance, $45 at the door. For more information call (912) 354-6223.

American Gun, with locals Unnamed

WHEN: Friday, Mar 19 10:00p

WHERE: The Wormhole 2307 Bull St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Happy Hour and free admission until 9:30PM! American Gun is a Columbia band that is well known here for their hard-hitting roots-rock, country/western, influenced by Wilco,Steve Earle, Son Volt, Lucero, Cracker. Unnamed is a local metal band featured Dave Williams, Chris Autry (from Black Orchid Tattoos.) Price: $5 cover after 9:30pm(21 and up only). For more information call (912) 349-6770.

St. Patrick's Special

WHEN: Friday, Mar 19 9:00a to 5:00p

WHERE: Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler, GA, 31322

Come visit Pooler on your way into or out of Savannah. The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum is offering half price admission. The Museum has reduced its regular admission rate for adults and children. Price: $5 Adults & $3 Children. For more information call (912) 748-8888 or visit www.mightyeighth.org.

Spring Fling Craft Fair

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 20 8:30a to 2:30p

WHERE: Coatal Center for Developmental Services, Inc. 1249 Eisenhower Dr., Savannah, GA, 31406

The event is to support Day Habilitation Program and activities. Vendors reserve your spot. Price: $15. For more information call (912) 644-7500.

Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens Announces 16th Annual Spring Garden Festival

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 20 9:00a to 4:00p

WHERE: The UGA Coastal Gardens & Bamboo Farm 2 Cane Brake Rd., Savannah, GA, 31419

The festival sponsored by the Friends of Coastal Gardens, this fund-raising event includes educational lectures, activities for children, plant vendors, and arts and crafts vendors. Admission to the festival is free but there will be a $2 charge for parking. Some activities are free while others have a small charge. For more information call (912) 921-5460 or visit www.ugaextension.com/bamboo/.

GO-pher a Carnival

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 20 1:00p

WHERE: Skidaway Island State Park 52 Diamond Cswy, Savannah, GA

Kids come celebrate the beginning of spring with the whole family and see live animals, ride the hayrides, win prizes with games galore, crazy crafts, food, music, and much more. Price: $5 parking fee. For more information call (912) 598-2300 or visit www.gastateparks.org.

Painting Snails

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 20 9:00a

WHERE: UGA's Marine Education Center and Aquarium 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA, 31411

Join the UGA Aquarium in learning how scientists figure out how many animals there are in a population. Come help us estimate the number of Marsh Periwinkles in the MECA salt marsh and talk about how these same methods helped make recommendations for the Georgia whelk fishery. Make sure to wear some knee high rubber boots for tromping around in the muddy marsh. Price: $10. Reservations required. Please call 912-598-2496 to make your reservation.

Coastal Readers and Writers Circle

WHEN: Sunday, Mar 21 3:30p

WHERE: Southwest Chatham Branch Library 14097 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA

This creative reading and writing discussion group explores the various aspects of the literary craft. Price: Free. For more information visit www.tellingourstoriespress.com.

The Legacy Tour from Invisible Children

WHEN: Sunday, Mar 21 6:00p to 9:00p

WHERE: The Lake Church 50 Al Henderson Blvd., Savannah, GA, 31419

This non-profit film studio is dedicated to ending the longest running war in Africa and will be sending representatives from their organization along with native Ugandans to talk about the war and to plan out a way to end it. The public is invited this historic event, which will include an updated film, a time for the Ugandan guests to share, and a question and answer session. Price: Free. For more information call (912) 927-4408.

OUT AND ABOUT IN SAVANNAH

Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance!"

WHEN: Friday and Saturday, Mar 12 and 13 8:00p and Sunday, Mar 14 3:00 pm

WHERE: 1008 Henry St., Savannah, GA, 31401

The Pirates of Penzance coming in March! After a 7-year hiatus, the Asbury Memorial Theatre is back! AMT will be producing a “Concert Version” of Gilbert & Sullivan’s "The Pirates of Penzance." Price: $10. There will not be reservations as it will be open seating. Tickets are purchased at the door. For more information call (912) 233-4351.

Concert By Asg

WHEN: Friday, Mar 12 10:00p

WHERE: Jinx 127 W. Congress St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Come down for a night of live music. Everybody is welcomed. Price: $10(21 and up only). For more information visit www.thejinx.net.

The Lady Chablis' Birthday Party

WHEN: Friday, Mar 12 7:00p to Saturday, Mar 13 12:00a

WHERE: Club One Jefferson One Jefferson St., Savannah, GA, 31401

The Lady Chablis, Star of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, will be celebrating her birthday this Friday at Club One in Savannah, GA. Her Birthday show is at 8:00 and she will be doing another show at 10:30 but 8:00 is the one not to miss. Show times are 8:00 and 10:30 with varying prices. Price: 8:00 show is $25 and the 10:30 show is $35(21 and up only). For more information call (912) 232-0200.

Yoga DJ Party

WHEN: Friday, Mar 12 6:00p to 7:30p

WHERE: Ashram Savannah Yoga CO-Op 2424 Drayton St., Savannah, GA, 31401

Mark White of MBody Yoga will be coming back to Savannah to host another high energy Yoga DJ Party. During the event, a live DJ will be spinning music as you stretch, smile and shake your asana. Price: $35. For more information visit www.yogacoopsavannah.com.

Military Order of the World Wars

WHEN: Friday, Mar 12 11:30p

WEHRE: Savannah Golf Club 1661 E. President St., Savannah, GA, 31404

All active duty and retired military officers and their guests are invited to attend. Elizabeth Mancha of the Savannah Tea Party movement is the speaker. Price: $21. For more information call (912) 897-0357.

REO Speedwagon

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 13 8:00p

WHERE: Savannah Civic Center 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA, 31401

REO Speedwagon rolls into Savannah for a rare concert appearance . Soaring from its roots in small town America, the legendary rock band has toured every year since its inception to perform for fans who enthusiastically sing along to number one hits “Can’t Fight This Feeling” and “Keep On Loving You,” as well as classics like “Roll With the Changes,” “Keep Pushin’,” “Time for Me to Fly,” “Riding the Storm Out,” “I Needed To Fall” “Smilin’ In The End” and “Take It On the Run.” Price: $45.00 - $55.00. For more information visit www.savannahcivic.com or call (912) 651-6556.

This Old House: Director’s Preservation Tour

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 13 4:30p

WHERE: Isaiah Davenport House Museum 324 E. State St., Savannah, GA, 31401

The museum’s director will lead a tour in and around the home discussing the recent restoration, maintenance issues and techniques for preserving the site for the long term. The tour is limited to 12 people and areas will be visited that are not regularly on tour. The experience will end in the garden with light refreshments. Price: $18. For more information visit www.davenporthousemuseum.org or call (912) 236-8097.

Low-Cost Vet Vaccine Clinic

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 13 2:00p to 4:00p

WHERE: Habersham Village Shopping Center Habersham and East 61st streets, Savannah, GA, 31403

TailsSpin and Dr. J. Stanley Lester of Landmark Veterinary Services are joining forces to offer affordable cat and dog vaccinations for senior citizens, students, and members of the military. Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Pet owners are asked to bring valid IDs and limit themselves to a 2-pet maximum. The Humane Society Savannah/Chatham is participating by offering their low cost micro-chipping. Price: $12 vaccination with $2 to be donated to Savannah pet rescue agencies and $20 micro-chipping. For more information call (912) 691-8788.

River's Edge To Host Red Cross Pancake Breakfast

WHEN: Saturday, Mar 13 8:00a to 10:00a

WHERE: River’s Edge Retirement Community 6206 Waters Avenue,, Savannah, GA

The breakfast includes pancakes with an assortment of toppings, bacon, sausage, juice, coffee, and tea. Donations will be accepted, with all proceeds going to the local chapter of the American Red Cross. Guests are also encouraged to wear red in support of the organization and be entered into a drawing for a prize. Raffle tickets will also be sold. For more information call (912) 354-6146.

Tours of Bonaventure Cemetery

WHEN: Sunday, Mar 14 3:00p

WHERE: Bonaventure Historical Society 330 Bonaventure Rd., Savannah, GA, 31404

Tour guides of the Bonaventure Historical Society will lead walking tours of the historic sections. Donations welcomed. For more information call (912) 352-1885.

Live Music By Eric Britt Of Hazel Virtue

WHEN: Sunday, Mar 14 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.

The Coastal Jazz Association of Savannah Presents One Sound. Many Thrills!

WHEN: Sunday, Mar 14 5:00p

WHERE: The Westin Savannah Harbor Resort & Spa One Resort Dr., Savannah, GA, 31421

One Sound was formed in 2008 by musicians and long time friends Thomas Stokes III (bass), RaSheed Akbar (Saxophone), Jermaine Baker (drums), Anthony Jones (keys), and James Smith (lead guitar). One Sound is a blend of diverse musical genres that includes contemporary jazz, classic R&B, funk, gospel, and progressive “sweet” soul music. Together, all of these influences create a contemporary take on original tunes and allows them to expand their versatility for a fresh, new look at old jazz standards. Listening to One Sound you can hear the influence of such great artists as: Wayman Tisdale, Grover Washington Jr., Fourplay, Herbie Hancock, Earl Klugh, Fred Hammond, and Marcus Miller. Individually, the members of One Sound have performed for several years with many diverse artists, including: local trombone legend Teddy Adams, Mary Davis, Timothy Wright and Gerald Thompson -performances in such places as Georgia, New Orleans, West Africa and even Egypt. Talented, soulful, and fun are just a few words used to describe this musical group. So, indulge yourself with the One Sound jazz band. Price: $10; Free for members. Free parking and River transport. For more information visit www.coastal-jazz.org or call (912) 920-1317.