Steve Harris roars into Savannah with British Lion
AS founder/bassist/songwriter with the iconic British metal band Iron Maiden, Steve Harris has sold out stadiums for four decades. From London to Rio, Moscow to Melbourne, the band has spanned the globe on numerous world tours, many of them with vocalist Bruce Dickinson in the cockpit of the band’s own 747. Now, one of rock…
City Manager search, Downtowner app trigger debates at City Council
The search for a new Savannah City Manager took a twist at today’s City Council meeting — the second full meeting of the new Mayor and Council. An agenda item to award the search contract to the consultant firm The Mercer Group was questioned by Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter, who objected granting the contract “without us [Council]…
Savannah Book Festival: Kent Garrett and Jeanne Ellsworth
The book tells the story of Garrett and his history-making classmates, and Ellsworth lent her background in the history of U.S. education to assist in the story
Splitsville Strut: Nancy Druid and Jezebel Heart join forces
The night will feature a vintage fashion show, a dance night hosted by DJ Press Play, and both bands will be styled by House of Strut
Savannah Book Festival: Infiltrating Auschwitz
With the Iron Curtain of the Soviet Union firmly closed, Witold Pilecki’s story went untold for decades
5 Questions with Xavier Robles de Medina
‘I still haven’t resolved this in my mind, how to feel about this chapter in my own history’
Scooping up memories: A conversation with Stratton Leopold
ASK anyone who’s been in Savannah for any amount of time: Leopold’s is the best ice cream in town. Sure, it’s a tourist must-see, but it’s also definitely a spot for locals, and it has been for a century. Leopold’s celebrates its hundred years with a new collectible book, “Leopold’s Ice Cream: A Century of…
Body love
‘I enjoy the irony of it being self-portraiture on Valentine’s Day’
Deep Speaks gives kids the microphone
In the span of its eleven years, Deep has broadened its horizons and taken on equally important work around our city, but the Young Author Project has consistently thrived, which emphasizes the point of the organization: listening to kids
Cory Chambers @Foxy Loxy Cafe
City Hotel continues their regular residency at Foxy Loxy, in which a different member of the beloved local group does a solo set each month. This month it’s Cory Chambers, who will put his masterful musical skills on display in a beautiful, intimate setting. Tues., Feb. 18, 7:30 P.M.
Bike-friendly agenda meets legislature
‘The bicycle breakfast gives me the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the lawmakers who are making the big decisions about how to fund and build our streets’
SCAD’s 11th annual deFINE ART takes place Feb. 18-20
We hit the highlights for you
DerPot @The Wormhole
Fans of all kinds of rock music will dig this diverse show
Editor’s Note: Making City Council meetings more accessible
Beginning with the Feb. 27 meeting, the second City Council meeting of each month will begin at 6:30 p.m., to give citizens a more convenient time to attend.
The Marion Stokes Project and Corpus Christi
Welcome back to Connect’s weekly sneak preview of worthwhile ‘alternative cinema’ events taking place in our area over the next seven days
Sullivan’s Brewing Company brings Irish legacy to Savannah
SULLIVAN’S Brewing Company has a long, storied history in Ireland, right alongside the most prestigious brewers to ever come out of my grandparents’ homeland. It dates back to 1702, and master brewer Ian Hamilton—who himself has a lengthy history brewing for a number of different companies—was tapped to relaunch the brand in 2016. “It was…
Celebrating pacesetters with a night of music
It’s a show that is full of incredible music for an incredible cause—providing life skills to girls through running, which is implemented in creative ways within GOTR’s curriculum
Hustle Souls @El-Rocko Lounge
The music is eclectic, and their live show has garnered them critical acclaim
U.S. political process is a ‘money engine’
U.S. political process is a ‘money engine’ Editor, With regards to your recent column, “Health care hypocrisy”: It’s the money – it’s always the money. In the UK and Europe we have very short election campaigns and very tight restrictions on the amount of corporate donations to political parties which leaves a lot more room, money and…
Seldom Sober, always entertaining
The Savannah Irish Festival, happening this weekend at the Civic Center, is one of the only places left in town to enjoy authentic Irish culture
American Traditions Vocal Competition celebrates song
FOR THE 27th year, the American Traditions Vocal Competition returns to Savannah—and it’s more exciting than ever. Artistic director Mikki Sodergren, herself a past participant and winner, is using her role to create new musical avenues for vocalists and provide educational opportunities for young aspiring singers in the city. Though much of what makes ATC…
Space Jesus @Victory North
The Boulder, Colorado-based artist has been turning the EDM world on its head consistently
City outlines plans, details for St. Patrick’s celebration
The City of Savannah outlined the key points for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebration this morning, with a particular emphasis on keeping trash and litter in the squares to a minimum. “You’ve seen the photos, we’ve lived throught it all. We can do better as a community,” said the City’s Susan Broker, referring to…
Walter Parks revamps Swamp Cabbage, returns to Savannah
Walter Parks & Swamp Cabbage @El-Rocko LoungeThurs., Feb. 13, 9 P.M. JACKSONVILLE NATIVE Walter Parks hasn’t lived in Savannah for a while, but he’ll always be tied to the city. The prolific singer and songwriter, who plays El-Rocko Lounge on Thurs., Feb. 13 alongside his band Swamp Cabbage, calls New Jersey home after several years…
