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Savannah Philharmonic’s Season Finale: Saint-Saëns & Bruckner

Mon, 05 May 2014 00:30:17 +0000

The fourth season closes with this exciting event! German pianist, Michael Hauber, thrills with Saint-Saëns’ Piano Concerto while the Savannah Philharmonic is sure to go out with a bang with Beethoven’s humorous Symphony No. 4.

Beethoven Coriolan Overture
Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No. 2
Beethoven Symphony No. 4

PIANO SOLOIST: Michael Hauber

Tickets are $16 to $65
Tickets available online at Savannah Box Office.

2nd Annual AMBUCS BOWLAPALOOZA

sara — Sat, 12 Oct 2013 13:30:06 +0000

The Savannah chapter of AMBUCS, a non-profit service organization dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities, is hosting their 2nd annual BOWLAPALOOZA to benefit special needs children and adults. Enjoy a morning of bowling, door prizes and silent and live auction items all benefitting a great cause.

When: Saturday, October 12th from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Where: Savannah Lanes, 115 Tibet Avenue
Cost: Sponsorships are available! From lanes at $200 to Title Sponsors at $2000. Contact Kevin Sheehan at (912) 658-3739 or kev62@comcast.net for more information.

Tybee Island Pirate Fest

South magazine — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 17:58:27 +0000

Held on the historical beaches of Tybee where pirates once frequented in the 17th and 18th centuries, this fest has piratical merriment including the Pirate Victory Parade, Scallywags Costume Contest, Buccaneer Ball, Thieves Market and Swashbucklers Bash, where the Tybee Pirate Festival King and Queen are crowned.

October 10-13; Tybee Island. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the festival.

To learn more you can visit, tybeepiratefest.com

Oktoberfest

South magazine — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 17:56:59 +0000

Quite possibly the only festival in the world offering fried beer, Savannah’s Oktoberfest on the River kicks off fall with an ample variety of local brews and bratwursts, cloggers and wiener dog races. This riverside festival also showcases live acts and performances and a juried arts and crafts exhibition. Free admission.

To learn more you can visit, riverstreetsavannah.com

The Leukemia Cup Regatta

South magazine — Sat, 21 Sep 2013 17:53:41 +0000

The second largest Leukemia Cup in the country, the St. Joseph’s/Candler’s annual Leukemia Cup Regatta includes a clay shoot, golf, fishing, a yacht hop, auction and 5K run annually to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma society, the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer research.

To learn more you can visit, leukemiacup.org/ga

Fashion’s Night Out Savannah

South magazine — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 17:55:01 +0000

From Manhattan to Milan, Atlanta to Australia, the after-hours shopping extravaganza Fashion’s Night Out celebrates its fifth year in 2013. FNO is backed by Vogue magazine and showcases local fashion retailers and designers across the country with a night on the town including live music, fashion shows and more. Admission is free.

To learn more you can visit, FACEBOOK.COM/FASHIONSNIGHTOUTSAVANNAH

Old Fort Jackson Annual Auction & Lowcountry Boil

South magazine — Sat, 24 Aug 2013 17:46:31 +0000

This annual fundraise for Georgia’s oldest brick fort and national historic landmark is truly a tribute to Savannah’s history. A silent auction, music, canon firings Lowcountry boil and programs for kids and families all benefit Old Fort Jackson.

August 24 24; Old Fort Jackson.

To learn more you can visit, CHSGEORGIA.ORG

Henrietta, Gillian Carter and Big Awesome at Taco Abajo

sara — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 16:00:55 +0000

Florida-based bands Henrietta and Gillian Carter are stopping in Savannah on their summer tour. Big Awesome will join them from South Carolina with help from local group, Coastlines. Grab a drink from the bar or order a taste of Mexico off Taco Abajo’s full menu served until close. Enjoy the music on the basement stage while playing a game of foosball, pool, corn hole or beer pong. The show begins at 8:30 p.m.

Where: Taco Abajo, 272 1/2 West Broughton Street
When: 8:30 p.m.
Contact info: 912.480.9050, tacoabajo.com

Disney Junior Live on Tour! Pirate and Princess Adventure

tdomf_ad150 — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 23:00:18 +0000

Grab your tiaras and doubloons and join us for Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure. Mickey and Minnie are taking their seats too at this never-before-seen live show featuring your favorite characters from Disney Junior’s hit series, Sofia the First and Jake and the Never Land Pirates. Get swept up in the excitement as Sofia and her family prepare for a royal celebration that helps us all learn the true meaning of being a princess with a special appearance from Cinderella. Then it’s off to Never Land where Jake and his swashbuckling friends Izzy and Cubby, with a little help from Peter Pan, battle Captain Hook to unlock treasure hidden inside a mysterious volcano. It’s danger and dueling on the high seas as Jake discovers what it takes to be a true hero. Filled with new music, amazing effects, thrilling action and endless surprises, your whole family will sing, shout, and soar into the action when Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure sails into your hometown. Tickets go on sale May 28, 2013. Prices are $20.00, $25.00, $30.00 for VIP, $45.00 for Front Row.

Special bonus! Starting ten minutes before every performance join loveable Doc McStuffins for a special pre-show! You can help Doc take care of one of her beloved toys with her own special brand of love and magic. Free to all ticket holders.

Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre at Savannah Civic Center
When: 7 p.m.
Contact Info: 912.651.6550 or www.etix.com

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Trappist Bier Dinner

sara — Sun, 21 Jul 2013 16:00:08 +0000

In celebration of Belgian Independence Day, The Bier Haus Gastropub is hosting a five-course Belgium Bier and Food Pairing Dinner. The evening will begin with a special cocktail and will end with door prizes. The Bier House will feature six Trappist brews from Orval, Rochefort, Westamalle, La Trappe, Achel and Chimay. Seating is limited and reservations are required.

Where: The Bier Haus Gastropub, 513 East Oglethorpe Street
When: TBA
Contact info: 912.349.1163, thebierhaus.com