Savannah Activities 2010DISCOVER local Savannah Activities 2010. Here's a list of summer and fall activities promoted by the Department of Cultural Affairs. Many events are FREE. Information is subject to change. Please use contact numbers listed for confirmation and ticket information. Culture and Art events in Savannah, GeorgiaJuly-December 2010Starting in JUNE/JULYJune 1- Aug. 15 Splash into Reading Presented by Live Oak Public Libraries Live Oak Public Libraries presents the 2010 Summer Reading Program, “Make a Splash: Read!”, at all library branches in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty. The program is open to children of all ages. This year’s reading incentives are better than ever: coupon sheets with valuable offers from throughout the three counties; free books courtesy of Barnes & Noble; and VIP passes to meet the authors at the 2010 Savannah Children’s Book Festival. Young readers will also be eligible for prize drawings for Applebee’s gift cards, Barnes & Noble gift cards, Savannah Mall gift certificates, and tickets to see “Curious George Live” at the Savannah Civic Center. Special programs are scheduled at library branches all summer: from storytellers and musicians to animal wranglers and magicians. Presenters include magical educator Chad Crews, Fiddlin’ Dan the Mountain Man, Didgeridoo Down Under, Curious Moon Puppet Show, Galaxy Man, Fun with Electricity, Cold Blood Adventures, Music Alive!, and Okefenokee Joe. In addition, children’s librarians have created their own story and craft programs and will present them at various branches throughout the summer. Titles include “Dolphin Dreams,” “Fishy Friends,” “Frogalicious,” “Fish Count Fun,” and “Tub Tales”. For complete schedules and information, visit www.liveoakpl.org. 912-652-3665|www.liveoakpl.org June 2 Free Summer Concerts in the Squares Wednesdays & Fridays beginning June 2 Pack a lunch and make your way to Johnson Square for a free lunchtime concert courtesy of the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs! Concerts will be held Wednesdays & Fridays in June and July from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information, contact (912) 596-1360 or (912) 651-6417. June 2 Roger Moss/Eric Jones June 4 Regina Rene Quartet June 09 Jan Spilane June 11 Jimmy Wallin Band June 16 Trae Gurley June 18 Clair Frazier & Frank Bright June 23 Eddie Wilson June 25 Bottles 'n Cans June 30 Silver Lining July 2 Roger Moss & Eric Jones July 7 Trae Gurley July 9 Annie Allman Trio July 14 Clair Frazier & Frank Bright July 16 Silver Lining July 21 Eddie Wilson July 23 Bottles 'n Cans June 4-July 30 Taiwan Sublime Presented by the City of Savannah, Dept. of Cultural Affairs At Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry Street Four Taiwanese photographers capture Taiwan’s natural beauty, performing arts, spirituality and daily life. Free and open to the public. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts June 7 through August 23 Summer Art Camp Presented by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs At S.P.A.C.E. Studios, 9 W. Henry Street Send your child on a creative adventure with the City's Summer Art Camp! Eleven one-week camp sessions are offered, providing an opportunity for children ages 6-12 to sample a range of artistic mediums, including painting, ceramics, metalwork, mixed media and performing arts. A one-week half day session for ages 4-6 is also offered. Fees include all supplies needed. Limited space. Advanced registration required. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts June 11 – October 10 Twilight Visions: Surrealism, Photography, and Paris Presented by the Telfair Museum of Art This exhibition explores the city of Paris as the literal and metaphoric base of Surrealism, and examines the revolutionary social, cultural, aesthetic, and political activities and meanings of the movement during the 1920s and 30s. Features over 100 works including vintage photographs, films, books and period ephemera, selected for their power to suggest the mystery and wonder in chance encounters experienced by Surrealist writers and artists as they wandered through the streets of Paris. www.telfair.org | 912-790-8800 JULY July 1 Summer Writing Workshops Presented by DEEP and the City of Savannah’s Weave-a-Dream Program Tuesdays 2:00 pm, Boys and Girls Club of the Coastal Empire, Frank Callen Location, 510 E Charlton St. 4:00 pm, Southside YMCA, 11702 Mercy Boulevard June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27 Wednesdays 2:00 pm, Boys and Girls Club of the Coastal Empire, Frank Callen Location, 510 E Charlton St. 4:00 pm, Southside YMCA, 11702 Mercy Boulevard 2:00 pm, Habersham YMCA, 6400 Habersham St. June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28 Thursdays 2:00 pm, Boys and Girls Club of the Coastal Empire, Frank Callen Location, 510 E Charlton St. June 24, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29 Saturdays: 3:00 pm, Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. June 26, July 24, August 14. Noon, Live Oak Library, Carnegie Location, 537 E. Henry Street June 26, July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7 912-233-5244|www.deepcenter.org July 4 Fantastic Fourth on the River Presented by Savannah Waterfront Association 5 p.m. at Rousakis Plaza, historic River Street Celebrate the Fourth of July in River Street style with live entertainment and fireworks! 912-234-0295 | www.riverstreetsavannah.com July 11 “Second Sunday” Tours of Bonaventure Cemetery Presented by Bonaventure Historical Society Starting times are 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Free and open to the public. www.bonaventurehistorical.org July 12 – August 23 Summer Art Camp Presented by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs At S.P.A.C.E. Studios, 9 W. Henry Street Send your child on a creative adventure with the City's Summer Art Camp! Seven one-week camp sessions are offered, providing an opportunity for children ages 6-12 to sample a range of artistic mediums, including painting, ceramics, metalwork, mixed media and performing arts. A one-week half day session for ages 4-6 is also offered. Fees include all supplies needed. Limited space. Advanced registration required. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts July 21 The McIntosh Shouters Presented by the Georgia Historical Society 6:00 P.M. at the Second African Baptist Church, 123 Houston Street The award-winning McIntosh County Shouters will perform the authentic Ring Shout, a unique blending of music and rhythm with roots in Africa and continued today by these master artists. Free and open to the public. 912-651-2125 | www.georgiahistory.com July 25 The Howard Paul Quartet featuring Pianist George Mesterhazy Presented by the Coastal Jazz Association 5 p.m. at the Westin Harbor Resort, Hutchinson Island Free for Coastal Jazz members/$10 non-members 912-920-1317|www.coastal-jazz.org AUGUST Through August 23 Summer Art Camp Presented by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs At S.P.A.C.E. Studios, 9 W. Henry Street Send your child on a creative adventure with the City's Summer Art Camp! Seven one-week camp sessions are offered, providing an opportunity for children ages 6-12 to sample a range of artistic mediums, including painting, ceramics, metalwork, mixed media and performing arts. A one-week half day session for ages 4-6 are also offered. Fees include all supplies needed. Limited space. Advanced registration required. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts
August 6 – September 3 Portrait Paintings of Arthur Milton At Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry Street Opening Reception – Thursday, August 6, 5-7 PM Savannah native Arthur Milton presents portrait images in this solo exhibition. Free and open to the public. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts
August 7 First Saturday on the River 9am-7pm on Historic River Street Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun for the entire family on historic River Street. The Coastguard Auxiliary will entertain and educate the crowds with live rescue demonstrations and activities on the plaza. Free/Open to the Public www.riverstreetsavannah.com August 8 “Second Sunday” Tours of Bonaventure Cemetery Presented by Bonaventure Historical Society Starting times are 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Free and open to the public. www.bonaventurehistorical.org August 22 The Sean Bolden Group Presented by the Coastal Jazz Association 5 p.m. at the Westin Harbor Resort Free for Members/$10 Non-Members 912-920-1317|www.coastal-jazz.org SEPTEMBER September 2 An Evening with Leah Ward Sears, Former Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court Presented by Georgia Historical Society, with support from the City of Savannah and Atlanta Gas Light. 6:00 P.M. at The Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn Street Join us for a free public lecture by former Chief Justice Leah Sears as she reflects on her time on the Georgia Court and discusses the judicial challenges that will shape the future of Georgia and the nation. Free and open to the public. 912-651-2125 |www.georgiahistory.com September 17 – October 29 Four Square Exhibition Opening Reception, Sept. 17, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Four squared is an exhibition by four artist-mothers and their experiences of making art amongst the chaos of raising young children. The experience of being a mother is also the subject of their art – what the artists describe as the push & pull of motherhood, domesticity and creativity. Free and open to the public. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts September 23 - 24 AWOL's Act Up Theatre Program Auditions Presented by All Walks of Life (AWOL, Inc.) 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the City of Savannah’s Black Box at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry Street The goal of the Act Up program is to engage young people ages 12-22 in positive, creative activities during evening hours when youth are statistically more likely to get into trouble. The program teaches them important lessons about theater combinedwith positive conflict resolution workshops, giving students the opportunity to pursue their talents while showing them ways to promote positive behavior. www.awolinc.org September 28 Shadows and Light: Surrealism and the Cinematic Canvas at 8 p.m., Presented by the Lucas Theatre The Lucas Theatre is pleased to present a selection of surreal and experimental films from the 1920s in conjunction with the Twilight Visions exhibit at the Jepson Center from June 11 - October 10. These films were chosen for their influence on cinema and art of the times. Menilmontant (1926) by Dimitri Kirsanoff. Shot on location in Paris, this stunningly beautiful, silent film uses no inter-titles - nor does it need any. A touching story of tragedy and redemption between sisters. 37 min. Brumes d'automne (1928) by Dimitri Kirsanoff. Moody, visual poem by Russian ex-patriot filmmaker in Paris. 12 min. Vormittagspuk (1928) by Hans Richter. Amusing and playful short film about inanimate objects that tease their human counterparts. The Nazi regime tried to destroy all copies of the print, but one remains. 9 min. Ballet Mechanique (1924) by Ferdinand Leger. A hypnotic experiment in stop motion techniques and double-exposure on a moving canvas. 11 min. Manhatta (1921) by Paul Strand and Charles Scheeler. Another visual poem, this time by photographer Strand and painter Scheeler. Shot entirely on location in New York City, it exposesthe unseen serenity of a bustling city. 10 min. Tickets are a "pass" for the entire day of films. $10 general public, $5 with SCAD ID, $5 seniors and military and $5 with any student ID. You must present ID in person to receive discount. Available soon. Presented in conjunction with Twilight Visions: Surrealism, Photography, and Paris 1924-1939, on exhibit at the Jepson Center from June 11 - October 10. www.lucastheatre.com September 29 Die Abentuer Des Prinzen Achmed (1926) The Adventures of Prince Achmed Presented by the Lucas Theatre at 8 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre Inspired by the tales from the Arabian Nights, the film tells the story of a wicked sorcerer who tricks Prince Achmed onto a magical flying horse, sending him off to his death in the night. The prince foils the plan and soars into adventures with monsters, demons, scorpions, and witches. This painstakingly-detailed, piece of cinema is the earliest feature-length animation film. Director Lotte Reiniger hand-cut hundreds of silhouettes, fitted with wire hinges to creating marionettesand cut from layers of transparent paper to make backgrounds with the illusion of depth. Tickets to this film are $10 general public, $5 with SCAD ID, $5 for seniors, military or student ID. Available soon. Presented in conjunction with Twilight Visions: Surrealism, Photography, and Paris 1924-1939, on exhibit at the Jepson Center from June 11 - October 10. www.lucastheatre.com September 20 - December Fall Visual Arts Classes & Workshops Presented by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs At S.P.A.C.E. Studios, 9 W. Henry Street Sessions for all ages and skill levels in ceramics, metals, glass, jewelry and performing arts. Complete class schedules will be available online. Fees include instruction, studio use and supplies. Advance registration required. 912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/arts September 20 -26 29th Annual Savannah Jazz Festival Presented by the Coastal Jazz Association A celebration of all genres of jazz, from Dixieland, traditional swing, straight-ahead and bop to melodic standards, Latin rhythms and funky down-home “gutbucket” blues, featuring the best in international, national, regional and local jazz talent in main stage performances, jam sessions and critically acclaimed film screenings. Free and open to the public. Major funding provided by the City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs. 912-675-5419 | www.savannahjazzfestival.org OCTOBER October 1 Brazilian Waves Concert Presented by HOLA 10:30 a.m. – Educational Workshop 7:30 p.m. Concert at AASU Fine Arts Auditorium www.hola.armstrong.edu 912-344-2652 October 1-3 27th Annual Oktoberfest on the River Presented by Savannah Waterfront Association On historic River Street A celebration of Bavarian culture, featuring live "Oompah" bands, German food, arts and crafts, races, games, fireworks and more. Free and open to the public. 912-234-0295 | www.riverstreetsavannah.com October 1 Quai des Brumes (1938) Port of Shadows Presented by the Lucas Theatre 8 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre This is a quintessential example of poetic realism and a classic film from the golden age of French cinema from director Marcel Carne. Down a foggy, desolate road to the port city of Le Havre travels Jean (Jean Gabin), an army deserter looking for another chance to make good on life. Fate, however, has a different plan for him, as acts of both revenge and kindness render him front-page news. Also starring the blue-eyed phenomenon Michèle Morgan in her first major role, and the menacing Michel Simon, Port of Shadows (Le Quai des brumes) starkly portrays an underworld of lonely souls wrestling with their own destinies. So moody and self-defeatist is this film that the failing French government of the late 1930s often pointed to it as the reason the Nazi regime so easily took Paris. France, 1938; 90 minutes, Black and White, 1.33:1, French Shown with special arrangement from Tamasa Distribution, 122 rue La Boétie, 75008 Paris. Tickets are $10 general public, $5 with SCAD ID, $5 seniors and military and $5 with any student ID. You must present ID in person to receive discount. Available soon. Presented in conjunction with Twilight Visions: Surrealism, Photography, and Paris 1924-1939, on exhibit at the Jepson Center from June 11 - October 10. www.lucastheatre.com October 8-10 21st Annual Savannah Folk Music Festival Presented by the Savannah Folk Music Society Oct. 8, 7-11 p.m.: Folkfest in Ellis Square (Rain Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 25 W. President Street. Oct. 9, 2-4 p.m.: Youth Songwriting Competition Finals, First Presbyterian Church, 520 E Washington Ave. Oct. 9, 8-11 p.m.: Old Time Country Dance at Notre Dame Academy Oct. 10, 2-7:30 p.m.: Festival Finale Concert at Grayson Stadium A popular weekend festival devoted to the enjoyment, reservation and continuation of the living art of folk music. Featuring national and regional talent, as well as a Youth Songwriting Competition. Free admission, courtesy of the City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs 912-786-6953 | www.savannahfolk.org October 30 – November 6 Savannah Film Festival Presented by the Savannah College of Art & Design At Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. & the Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. A premier eight-day cultural event hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design in historic downtown Savannah, the festival features more than 50 films selected from more than 600entries submitted from all over the world. Categories include feature, short, animation, documentary and student film. The screenings represent a variety of independent filmmakers, while an array of workshops, lectures, receptions and special events gives the festival participants an opportunity to meet colleagues active in all areas of film production. This year'sfestival will also feature a student film competition, student workshops, an Investor's Conference, and a Young Director's Forum. Many events open to the public. Funded in part by the City of Savannah. 912-525-5050 | www.scad.edu/filmfest | www.savannahfilmfestival.com
October 31 Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival Presented by Congregation Mickve Israel 11 am - 4 pm at Forsyth Park A fun-filled day of ethnic Jewish cuisine and family entertainment. Free and open to the public (cost for food). 912.233.1547 | www.mickveisrael.org NOVEMBER November 13 Savannah Children’s Book Festival Presented by Live Oak Public Libraries and the City of Savannah Forsyth Park www.liveoakpl.org November 14 Annual Tribute Concert to Johnny Mercer Presented by the Friends of Johnny Mercer Time: TBA at the Savannah Civic Center's Johnny Mercer Theater Free and open to the public 912-351-0322 | www.friendsofjohnnymercer.com www.johnnymercercentennial.com Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010 Savannah Activities 2010  So, do you know of any... Nearby Fun Worth Sharing? Write About It Here!Discovered an exciting local attraction, tasty restaurant, or heard rumors of new entertainment options coming to the region? Share your story, tip or review about a local entertainment experience you've recently enjoyed! Return from Savannah Activities 2010 to Entertainment
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