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Welcome to Savannah, America's Most Beautiful City
| Whether you live in Savannah or are visiting Savannah, you’ll never run out of Savannah’s many things to do, places to go, places to see. The Events Calendar offers you a wide variety of entertainments for the month, and the Places to Go page offers a cornucopia of historical places to visit, often combined with individual events of their own. So get out and enjoy Savannah’s wonderful world of entertainment. |
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Click on EVENTS for the current SAVANNAH EVENTS CALENDAR. |
An Arsenal of Nothing: Stream of Conscious from the Mississippi DeltaBy Shelly Smith Sol Restaurant owner and artist, Shelley Smith, will showcase her latest works at the restaurant, 1611 Habersham St. Reception on September 12th from 3-5pm. Metal works, paintings, and photographs relevant to her homeland, the Mississippi Delta, will be on display. Of course, the food at Sol is amazing too! We highly suggest you stop by.
29th Annual Savannah Jazz FestivalSep. 19 - 26 Among the greatest of Savannah's many festivals is the annual, completely free, Jazz Festival. Replete with notable performers, both local and international, this week long event always includes every possible variety of jazz from Dixieland, straight-ahead, bop, hot, cool, down-home gut-bucket blues to swing. Whatever your sound of choice, you'll find it here. Disagreements about the birthplace of jazz, range from Chicago during the teen years of the 20th century to Harlem or New Orleans in the 1920’s. One thing is certain jazz is as purely American as anything could be and it's a natural for the lush historical setting of Savannah. Running from Sept. 19 through the 26th, the Savannah Jazz Festival is a must-see, must hear for locals and visitors alike. Keep your eyes on our calendar for exact performers and dates.
Junior League Annual Thrift SaleOctober 1st and 2nd This is the 63rd Annual Sale for the Junior League, and it's always a hit in Savannah. The event is held in the Civic Center, MLK Jr. Area. Donated items include appliances, electronics, children's clothing, toys, home and holiday decor, books, housewares, linens, furniture, and more. Some items are brand new in the box! Admission is $5 on Friday and $3 on Saturday. Item prices are cut by 50% on Saturday. Parking is free. No strollers or carts are allowed. Proceeds from this event usually surpass $100,000 and benefit local charities.
Yellow Fever! Savannah's Epidemic of 1820at the Isaiah Davenport House Museum this October Don't miss this opportunity to tour the Davenport House! Actors in period attire will give you a tour by candlelight through the museum. Learn what it was like to fear the fever during this 50 minute tour. Visitors will tour all parts of the house including the attic, the garden, and the Kennedy Pharmacy across the lane. Tours will be held on Friday and Saturday nights through October. Tickets range in price from $10 - $17 with discounts for advance purchases and children 8-17 years of age. This program is not appropriate for children under 8 years of age. Must be able to walk up stairs and navigate via candlelight. Tickets will go fast for this event, as only 15 people can tour at a time. Call 912-236-8097 for more information.
Don't Miss the 6th Annual Coastal Plain MeanderOctober 1-4, 2010 If you love exploring the coastal waterways of the Low Country, and take pride in preserving its environment, this trip is for you! The Savannah Riverkeeper takes you on a 4-day, 3-night trip down the Savannah River on a 45-foot pontoon boat. A certified Naturalist will teach the passengers about the importance of the River and its wildlife. Funds from this annual trip will help preserve the Savannah River and keep the water quality in good standing. A 10% discount will be offered to people who book early and for members. Call 706-826-8991 for more information.
Geekend 2010November 4-6 Coastal Georgia Center This interactive conference will bring together the brightest geeks, designers, social media mavens and forward-thinking entrepreneurs. They are currently looking for sponsors and speakers for this technology filled event. If you are interested in marketing your business to technology-based professionals from around the Creative Coast, call Miriam at 912-704-8846. |
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