Thursday, March 11, 2010

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.

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