Concerts, plays and ballet performances are listed in the Performing Arts Calendar on page 18. A full schedule for the Savannah Music Festival is on page 22. A full annual schedule for the Telfair Museum of Art is on page 24. A schedule of nature & environment events is on page 25.
Feb. 6
Super Museum Sunday
From noon-4 p.m. more than 20 Savannah museums and historic sites are open free to the public. One of the great bargains anywhere.
Feb. 6-13
16th Black Heritage Festival
A week-long series of events highlighting the contribution of African-Americans to American history in general and Savannah history in particular. Presented by Savannah State University and sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free admission. Call 691-6847 or visit www.savstate.edu. See Connect Savannah this week and next week for full schedule and description of events.
Feb. 7
February Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free and open to the public. Call 525-4950.
Feb. 11
Robert Ingram Strozier Faculty Lecture Series
12:15 p.m., University Hall 156, AASU. Nanotechnology:the Next Big Thing,by Delana Nivens and Will Lynch. Call 921-7315.
Feb. 11
Georgia Heritage Procession
One of Savannahs cutest events begins at 10:30 a.m., goes from Bull Street from Forsyth Park to City Hall at Bull & Bay. Elementary school students in colonial costume join local dignitaries in a parade to honor Georgias (and Savannahs) founding. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 11
Georgia Heritage Luncheon
Noon, Hyatt Regency on Bay St. Food, music and a keynote address by Georgia Humanities Council president Jamil Zainaldin. Tix $25, must be purchased in advance by calling 651-2125.
Feb. 11
The Life and Work of Oscar Wilde
Thomas Bubba Cooksey, professor of literature at Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU), will speak as part of the Richard Ellman Memorial Lecture on
February 11. The lecture will begin at noon in room 114 of AASUs Gamble Hall. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 17-22
World Girl Guide and Girl Scout Thinking Day Celebration
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 17-19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 21-22 at the Juliette Gordon Low House, 10 E. Oglethorpe. Commemorates worldwide Girl Scouting, featuring cookies and daily screenings of the classic silent film The Golden Eaglet. Admission. Call 233-4501.
Feb. 17
Ebony Fashion Fair
Benefits Savannah State University scholarships. Savannah Civic Center. Call 356-2427.
Feb. 19-20
Savannah Irish Festival
Not to be confused with a certain other Irish event that happens a month later, the Savannah Irish Festival brings the best quality Irish musicians and entertainers to town for a true cultural experience. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 19; noon-7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Savannah Civic Center. Performers include Harry ODonoghue, Frank Emerson, Tuckers Tales Puppet Theater, Pat and Rosie Maloney, Joannie Madden and Gabriel Donohue, The McKrells, Danny Doyle, Corner House, The Moon River Chorus, The St. Vincents Academy Chorale, The Savannah Irish Dancers and the Glor na hEirann Dancers.
Feb. 24- 26
The Fourth Savannah Symposium: Architecture and Regionalism
Various locations. The Department of Architectural History at the Savannah College of Art and Design holds its fourth biennial symposium on architectural history and contemporary practice. For more information, call 525-6054.
Feb. 28
AASUStudent Juried Art Exhibition
Feb. 28-March 18, Fine Arts Gallery, AASU. Reception noon March 9. Free. Call 927-5381.
March 4
March Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free and open to the public. Call 525-4950.
certs, plays and ballet performances are listed in the Performing Arts Calendar on page 18. A full schedule for the Savannah Music Festival is on page 22. A full annual schedule for the Telfair Museum of Art is on page 24. A schedule of nature & environment events is on page 25.
Feb. 6
Super Museum Sunday
From noon-4 p.m. more than 20 Savannah museums and historic sites are open free to the public. One of the great bargains anywhere.
Feb. 6-13
16th Black Heritage Festival
A week-long series of events highlighting the contribution of African-Americans to American history in general and Savannah history in particular. Presented by Savannah State University and sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free admission. Call 691-6847 or visit www.savstate.edu. See Connect Savannah this week and next week for full schedule and description of events.
Feb. 7
February Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free and open to the public. Call 525-4950.
Feb. 11
Robert Ingram Strozier Faculty Lecture Series
12:15 p.m., University Hall 156, AASU. Nanotechnology:the Next Big Thing,by Delana Nivens and Will Lynch. Call 921-7315.
Feb. 11
Georgia Heritage Procession
One of Savannahs cutest events begins at 10:30 a.m., goes from Bull Street from Forsyth Park to City Hall at Bull & Bay. Elementary school students in colonial costume join local dignitaries in a parade to honor Georgias (and Savannahs) founding. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 11
Georgia Heritage Luncheon
Noon, Hyatt Regency on Bay St. Food, music and a keynote address by Georgia Humanities Council president Jamil Zainaldin. Tix $25, must be purchased in advance by calling 651-2125.
Feb. 11
The Life and Work of Oscar Wilde
Thomas Bubba Cooksey, professor of literature at Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU), will speak as part of the Richard Ellman Memorial Lecture on
February 11. The lecture will begin at noon in room 114 of AASUs Gamble Hall. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 17-22
World Girl Guide and Girl Scout Thinking Day Celebration
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 17-19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 21-22 at the Juliette Gordon Low House, 10 E. Oglethorpe. Commemorates worldwide Girl Scouting, featuring cookies and daily screenings of the classic silent film The Golden Eaglet. Admission. Call 233-4501.
Feb. 17
Ebony Fashion Fair
Benefits Savannah State University scholarships. Savannah Civic Center. Call 356-2427.
Feb. 19-20
Savannah Irish Festival
Not to be confused with a certain other Irish event that happens a month later, the Savannah Irish Festival brings the best quality Irish musicians and entertainers to town for a true cultural experience. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 19; noon-7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Savannah Civic Center. Performers include Harry ODonoghue, Frank Emerson, Tuckers Tales Puppet Theater, Pat and Rosie Maloney, Joannie Madden and Gabriel Donohue, The McKrells, Danny Doyle, Corner House, The Moon River Chorus, The St. Vincents Academy Chorale, The Savannah Irish Dancers and the Glor na hEirann Dancers.
Feb. 24- 26
The Fourth Savannah Symposium: Architecture and Regionalism
Various locations. The Department of Architectural History at the Savannah College of Art and Design holds its fourth biennial symposium on architectural history and contemporary practice. For more information, call 525-6054.
Feb. 28
AASUStudent Juried Art Exhibition
Feb. 28-March 18, Fine Arts Gallery, AASU. Reception noon March 9. Free. Call 927-5381.
March 4
March Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free and open to the public. Call 525-4950.
March 4-6
Skidaway Island Antiques Show & Sale
10 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Peters Episcopal Church, Skidaway Island. Proceeds benefit local charities. Call 598-7726.
March 4-6
Savannah International Boat Show
Noon-7 p.m. March 4; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. March 5; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. March 6 at the Trade Center. Admission charged. Visit www.savannahinternationalboatshow.com
March 6-12
Girl Scout Week
11 a.m.-4 p.m. March 6; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 7-12. Juliette Gordon Low birthplace, 10 E. Oglethorpe. Celebrates 93 years of Girl Scouting in the U.S., a phenomenon with strong Savannah roots. Call 233-4501.
March 11-13
31st Annual Savannah Boat Show
10 a.m.-6 p.m. March 11-12; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. March 13. National Guard Armory, Eisenhower Dr. Call 354-7759.
March 12
Tara Feis
12-5 p.m. at Emmet Park. Irish music and culture at this family-friendly event. Its either an alternative to the more rowdy St. Pats celebration, or a supplement to it. Call 651-6417.
March 14-18
Spring Break Art Camp
Students enrolled in Cultural Affairs Art Camp will study the fundamentals of 2 and 3 dimensional design while having great fun. Times: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ages: 4-14 At S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry Street, between Whitaker and Bull Streets. Fee: $100 per one week session; fee includes snacks and supplies. For more information or to register call 651-4248.
March 12
3rdÊAnnual Tybee St. Patrick's Heritage Parade
Parade starts at 3 p.m. atÊMemorial Park and continues down Butler Avenue to Pier Parking Lot.
March 17
St. Patricks Day Parade
The annual marking of Savannahs most treasured event and one of the largest such celebrations on the planet. Parade begins at 10 a.m. from the Forsyth Park area and continues through downtown.
March 17-19
St. Patricks Day on the River
The official celebration, with food, drink and live music on three stages. Visit www.savriverstreet.com
March 31-April 3, 2005
70 th Annual Tour of Homes
Presented by the Episcopal Church Women of Christ Church Savannah and The Historic Savannah Foundation. Each day a different area of the Savannah Landmark District will be featured. For ticketing information, call 234-8054 or email [email protected]
April 1
April Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free and open to the public. Visit www.scad.edu/hop or call 525-4950.
April 2
International Festival
This annual event celebrates SCADs international art community. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Broughton St. between Trustees Theater and Jen Library. International cuisine, dance demonstrations, music, a global fashion show, and art and cultural displays. Free and open to the public.
April 4-8
Savannah Reads A Lesson Before Dying
For more information call 927-5218.
April 15
Beach Institute Lecture Series: Lift Every Voice: The Influence of African Americans in the Entertainment Industry
Eric Michael Dyson speaks at 7 p.m. at First African Baptist Church. Free. Visit www.kingtisdell.org or call 234-8000.
April 16
Beach Institute Lecture Series: Lift Every Voice: The Influence of African Americans in the Entertainment Industry
Alfre Woodward speaks at 7 p.m. at First African Baptist Church. Free. Visit www.kingtisdell.org or call 234-8000.
April 17
Living History Family Sunday
1-5 p.m. Owens Thomas house. Free. Call 232-1177.
April 17
Living History Family Sunday
1-5 p.m. at the Owens Thomas House. Presented by Telfair Museum of Art. Sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free. Call 232-1177, ext. 20
April 15, 16, 17
Beach Institute Lecture Series: Lift Every Voice: The Influence of African Americans in the Entertainment Industry
Lecturer Tim Reid speaks at 3 p.m. at St. Philip AME. Free. Visit www.kingtisdell.org or call 234-8000.
April 22-23
NOGSTour of Hidden Gardens
10 a.m. both days, Harper Fowlkes House, 230 Barnard St. Eight private gardens plus the Massie Heritage Center. Call 961-4805 for info and price information.
April 23-24
5th Annual Spring Fling
Tybee Islands largest spring time arts festival. Live music and refreshments. Memorial Park next to City Hall. Call 786-4431 or visit www.dragonflystudioartists.com
April 30
Sidewalk Arts Festival
11 a.m. 5 p.m. at Forsyth Park. Every spring SCAD hosts this popular festival, the highlight of which is a chalk drawing competition. Free and open to the public.
May 1
5th Annual Doggie Carnival
11 a.m. Daffin Park. Music, food and entertainment. Proceeds benefit Humane Society. Admission charged; dogs are free. Call 598-1527.
May 6
May Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free. Visit www.scad.edu/hop or call 525-4950.
May 6-8
Savannah Shakespeare Festival
The yearly pick from the Bards repertoire show is yet to be determined, but the main event happens at Forsyth Park, at 8 p.m., preceded by spirited period entertainment. A City Lights Theatre production sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free &open to the public. Call 234-9860.
May 6-8
Savannah Seafood Festival
River Street. Name says it all. Seafood, music and entertainment. Call 234-0295.
May 6
Sand Arts Festival
One of the areas most interesting and underappreciated arts events happens on Tybee Island behind the Lighthouse, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Hosted by SCAD.
May 13-14
Tybee Budweiser Beach Music Festival
At Sea Dawg's Surfside Oyster Bar & Grill, featuring The Tams, The Embers, The Hot Nuts & more bands.
May 21
Fashion Show
A very popular event sponsored by the Savannah College of Art and Design takes place at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Trustees Theater, 216 E. Brooghton Street. Tickets can be purchased at the SCAD Box Office or charged by phone at 525-5050.
May 27
Annual Tybee Island Beach Bum Parade
Bring your water guns and prepare to get soaked! Starts 6:30 p.m. in the North Beach parking lot and continues down Butler Ave. to the South Beach parking lot.
June 3
June Gallery Hop
5-7 p.m. various locations. This monthly tour of SCAD galleries features the work of SCAD students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as that of world-renowned artists. Shuttles run between the galleries. Free. Visit www.scad.edu/hop or call 525-4950.
June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1
Summer Art Camp
Presented by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Students will study the fundamentals of 2 and 3 dimensional design while having great fun. Camp registration fees include art supplies and snacks. Location: Cultural Affairs/Leisure Services Bureau S.P.A.C.E. 9 West Henry Street, between Whitaker and Bull Streets Fee: $100.00 per one week session. For more information or to register call 651 - 4248.
June 18
Savannah Asian Festival
Food, culture and performing arts, presented by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs and the Asian Festival Committee. 12-5 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center. For more information, call 651-6417.
July 3
Fireworks on the Beach
Tybee Islands annual fireworks show begins around 9:15 p.m. The fireworks are staged on the pier, but are easily viewed from any of Tybee's eastern beaches.
July 4
Fantastic Fourth Celebration
On and around River Street. Arts, crafts and a truly massive evening fireworks show. Call 234-0295.
July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29
Summer Art Camp
Presented by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Students will study the fundamentals of 2 and 3 dimensional design while having great fun. Camp registration fees include art supplies and snacks. Location: Cultural Affairs/Leisure Services Bureau S.P.A.C.E. 9 West Henry Street, between Whitaker and Bull Streets Fee: $100 per one week session. For more information or to register call 651 - 4248.
August 1-5
Summer Art Camp
Presented by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Students will study the fundamentals of 2 and 3 dimensional design while having fun. Camp registration fees include art supplies and snacks. Location: Cultural Affairs/Leisure Services Bureau S.P.A.C.E. 9 West Henry Street, between Whitaker and Bull Streets Fee: $100.00 per one week session. For more information or to register call 651 - 4248.
Sept. 30-Oct. 2
Oktoberfest
Savannahs second largest celebration happens on River Street, with arts, entertainment, German food and beer and the famous dachshund race. Call 234-0295.
Sept. 17-25
Savannah Jazz Festival
Afull week of events featuring internationally known jazz artists, presented by the Coastal Jazz Association and sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free & open to the public. Call 232-2222.
Oct. 8
Picnic in the Park
Outdoor classical music performance presented by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs, 4-8:30 p.m. at Forsyth Park. Call 651-6417.
Oct. 13-15
54th Annual Greek Festival
Sponsored by St. Pauls Greek Orthodox Church, this extremely popular annual event packs the Hellenic Center across the street from the church with Greek food fans. Dance, music and merchandise also featured. 14 West Anderson St. Festival hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day.
Oct. 14-16
16th Annual Folk Music Festival
This popular and worthwhile cultural event sponsored each year by the Savannah Folk Music Society takes place over the course of three days. City Market Folkfest is 7-11 p.m., October 14 at City Market (rainsite: Trinity United Methodist Church); Old Time Country Dance is at 8-11 p.m., October 15 at Notre Dame Academy, 1709 Bull Street; the main event, the Folk Music Concert in the Roundhouse, is at 1-7 p.m., October 16, Historic Roundhouse Railroad Museum. Sponsored by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Free and open to the public. Call 786-6953 or visit www.savannahfolk.org
Oct. 22
11th Annual Fall Festival
Food and entertainment at this unique Chatham County natural treasure. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Rd. Call 921-5460.
Oct. 29-Nov. 5
Savannah Film Festival
Presented by the Savannah College of Art and Design, this world-famous festival features screenings of independent, innovative and influential films and videos, panel discussions, and presentations by visiting artists. The festival is becoming one of the hot ticket items not only in town, but among film insiders internationally. Admission is single ticket or by passes. Sponsored in part by the City of Savannahs Department of Cultural Affairs. Call 525-5050 or visit www.scad.edu/filmfest.
Oct. 30
Jewish Food Festival
11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Forsyth Park. This annual event, often known simply as The Hard Lox Cafe,celebrates traditional Jewish cuisine.
Nov. 14-20
Savannah Childrens Book Festival
A celebration of reading, sponsored by the Live Oak Public Libraries Foundation and featuring many name authors reading from and signing books. Times and locations to be determined. Free. Call 652-3605 or visit www.liveoakpl.org/
Festival and Events Calendar 2005
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