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Museums / Exhibits
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Gaming Tables for Whist, Chess, and Other Amusements
What:Gaming Tables for Whist, Chess, and Other AmusementsWhere:Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard StreetWhen:April 18th, 2009 through August 23rd, 2009Contact:912.790.8800
www.telfair.orgDescription:In this small, specialized exhibition, the Telfair Museum of Art draws primarily from its permanent collection to survey card tables and other gaming furniture forms. The show will explore the material culture of games during the Federal era, while also addressing related issues such as why card tables became so popular during this period; how, when, and where games took place; and, if all Americans joined in the fun.
Free to members or with museum admission ($15 adult admission fee grants access [one-time visit] to each of the Telfair’s three sites for weeklong period following date of purchase; check website for complete admission prices)
Sun. 12-5 pm; Mon., Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Thurs. 10 am-8 pm (Telfair Academy is closed on Tuesdays) -
Reframing a Perceptual Paradigm
What:Reframing a Perceptual ParadigmWhere:At the Telfair AcademyWhen:April 24th, 2009 through August 2nd, 2009Contact:www.telfair.org | 912-790-8800Description:Reframing a Perceptual Paradigm
Presented by the Telfair Museum of Art
This site-specific, multi-gallery installation by Savannah resident and nationally-recognized artist Jerome Meadows will feature his work in combination with select objects from the Telfair's collection to reinterpret and reframe the traditional views of the museum’s permanent collection. Meadows will utilize a mix of paintings, historic furniture, decorative arts, and prints from the museum’s collection, which will be presented in a series of assembled settings. These objects will be juxtaposed with original works fabricated by Meadows as visual commentary, and with altered and enlarged photographic reproductions. Meadows will also draw upon the frame as a visual metaphor, utilizing a selection of the more decorative sort as independent components—removed, reconsidered, deconstructed, and realigned.
The exhibition includes a "Free Week" event April 27-30 and a free evening lecture by Meadows April 30 at 6 p.m..
Part of the Telfair's Art in Focus series. Partial funding provided by the City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs. -
Reframing a Perceptual Paradigm: A Jerome Meadows Installation
What:Reframing a Perceptual Paradigm: A Jerome Meadows InstallationWhere:Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 2nd, 2009Contact:790-8800. www.telfair.org.Description:This site-specific, multi-gallery installation at the Telfair Academy will feature Meadows’ work in combination with select objects from the sizeable collection of the Telfair Museum of Art to reinterpret and reframe the traditional views of the museum’s permanent collection.
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Gaming Tables for Whist, Chess, and Other Amusements.
What:Gaming Tables for Whist, Chess, and Other Amusements.Where:Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 23rd, 2009Contact:790-8800. www.telfair.org.Description:The show will explore the material culture of games during the Federal era, while also addressing related issues such as why card tables became so popular during this period; how, when, and where games took place; and if all Americans joined in the fun.
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Evolution: Five Decades of Printmaking by David C. Driskell
What:Evolution: Five Decades of Printmaking by David C. DriskellWhere:High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, N.E. Atlanta.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 2nd, 2009Contact:(404) 733-4400. www.high.orgDescription:One of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of African-American art.
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Southern Eccentric: Paintings by Larry Connatser
What:Southern Eccentric: Paintings by Larry ConnatserWhere:1 10th St., AugustaWhen:May 1st, 2009 through August 23rd, 2009Contact:www.themorris.org. (706) 724-7501Description:The Morris Museum is exhibiting, for the first time, a selection from its holdings of hundreds of works of art by the late Larry Connatser. In 2005, the Morris Museum was bequeathed the remainder of his estate, creating the largest collection of his work in a public institution.
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Monet Water Lilies
What:Monet Water LiliesWhere:High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, N.E. Atlanta.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 23rd, 2009Contact:(404) 733-4400. www.high.orgDescription:This exhibition of four stunning works includes a breathtaking, 42-foot painting.
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Richard Misrach: On the Beach
What:Richard Misrach: On the BeachWhere:High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, N.E. Atlanta.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 30th, 2009Contact:(404) 733-4400. www.high.orgDescription:He began this series in the days following 9/11, examining physical and psychological vulnerability on a monumental scale.
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Focus on 20th-Century Art: Highlights from SCAD's Collection
What:Focus on 20th-Century Art: Highlights from SCAD's CollectionWhere:SCAD Museum of Art, 227 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.When:May 1st, 2009 through December 31st, 2009Contact:525-7191. www.scad.edu/scadmuseumDescription:Works by Picasso, de Kooning, Salvadore Dalí and others. “The Master Eye: 19th- and 20th-century Photography from the Rhoades Collection.”
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Central of Georgia Railroad exhibitions
What:Central of Georgia Railroad exhibitionsWhere:SCAD Museum of Art, 227 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.When:May 1st, 2009 through December 31st, 2009Contact:525-7191. www.scad.edu/museumDescription:“150 Years of Architectural Elegance: The Central of Georgia Railroad’s 1856 Gray Building Headquarters” and “Saving a National Treasure: Bricks, Mortar and Metal.” The landmark Greek Revival building epitomizes the elegance of mid-19th-century architecture.
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Selections from the Permanent Collection
What:Selections from the Permanent CollectionWhere:Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.When:May 1st, 2009 through March 14th, 2010Contact:790-8800. www.telfair.orgDescription:Through October 26: “Constructs and Inventions: The Etchings of Erik Desmazieres.” A selection of the artist’s technically and conceptually sophisticated etchings.
Through August 31: “Persian Visions: Contemporary Photography from Iran.” The first survey of contemporary Iranian photography to tour the U.S., providing a rare and revealing view of Iranian life and experiences.
Through August 31: “Counter Photography: Japan’s Artists Today.” Works by 11 contemporary Japanese artists. The exhibition challenges many commonly-held beliefs about the nature of photography. -
Southern Eccentric: Paintings by Larry Connatser
What:Southern Eccentric: Paintings by Larry ConnatserWhere:One Tenth Street in Augusta, Georgia, the Morris MuseumWhen:May 2nd, 2009 through August 23rd, 2009Contact:Visit www.themorris.org or call 706-724-7501.Description:The Morris Museum is exhibiting, for the first time, a selection from its holdings of hundreds of works of art by the late Larry Connatser. In 2005, the Morris Museum was bequeathed the remainder of his estate, creating the largest collection of his work in a public institution. He is also represented in the collections of Savannah’s Telfair Museum of Art, which organized a major retrospective exhibition of his paintings in 2002, and the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, as well as corporate and private collections too numerous to cite here.
Open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and on Sunday, noon–5:00 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; $3 for seniors (65+) and students and military with ID; and free for children under 6, Morris Museum members, and free every Sunday. -
Selections from the Permanent Collection
What:Selections from the Permanent CollectionWhere:Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York StreetWhen:May 13th, 2009 through March 14th, 2010Contact:For more information: 790-8823 or www.telfair.orgDescription:Members free / $15 non-member ($15 adult admission fee grants access [one-time visit] to each of the Telfair’s three sites for weeklong period following date of purchase; check website for complete admission prices)
Sun. 12-5 pm; Mon., Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Thurs. 10 am-8 pm (Telfair Academy is closed on Tuesdays) -
Constructs and Inventions: The Etchings of Erik Desmazieres
What:Constructs and Inventions: The Etchings of Erik DesmazieresWhere:Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York StreetWhen:May 15th, 2009 through October 26th, 2009Contact:For more information: 790-8800 or www.telfair.orgDescription:This fascinating exhibition will consist of a selection of the artist’s technically and conceptually sophisticated etchings—including architectural views, building interiors, grotesque figures, and still lifes.
Members free / $15 non-member ($15 adult admission fee grants access [one-time visit] to each of the Telfair’s three sites for weeklong period following date of purchase; check website for complete admission prices) -
Counter Photography: Japan’s Artists Today
What:Counter Photography: Japan’s Artists TodayWhere:Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York StreetWhen:June 19th, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:For more information: 790-8800 or www.telfair.orgDescription:Introducing an exciting selection of photographic works by eleven contemporary Japanese artists, this exhibition challenges many commonly-held beliefs about the nature of photography.
Members free / $15 non-member ($15 adult admission fee grants access [one-time visit] to each of the Telfair’s three sites for weeklong period following date of purchase; check website for complete admission prices) -
Persian Visions: Contemporary Photography from Iran
What:Persian Visions: Contemporary Photography from IranWhere:Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York StreetWhen:July 1st, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:For more information: 790-8800 or www.telfair.orgDescription:The first survey of contemporary Iranian photography to tour the U.S., this compelling exhibition consists of fifty-eight works of photography and video by renowned Iranian photographers—providing a rare and revealing view of Iranian life and experiences.
Members free / $15 non-member ($15 adult admission fee grants access [one-time visit] to each of the Telfair’s three sites for weeklong period following date of purchase; check website for complete admission prices) -
Interpretations in Colo
What:Interpretations in ColoWhere:Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry St.When:July 6th, 2009 through August 21st, 2009Contact:912-651-6783 www.savannahga.gov/artDescription:Interpretations explores the varied, bold and expressive uses of color. Works by nineteen artist are exhibited and include watercolors, oils and mixed media along with furniture, photography and sculpture.
• Free
• Artist Reception July 10, 6-8 pm, gallery
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Group exhibition presented by the Landings Art Association
What:Group exhibition presented by the Landings Art AssociationWhere:Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St.When:July 7th, 2009 through August 21st, 2009Contact:651-6783. www.savannahga.gov/artsDescription:Original works including paintings, photography and furniture. July 10: Opening exhibition, 6-8 p.m.
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Palliser
What:PalliserWhere:Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St.When:December 1st, 2009Contact:790-8800. www.telfair.orgDescription:Best known for his portrait heads of prominent figures, the artist’s oeuvre also includes Low Country landscapes and figure studies.
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“Myth, Object, and the Animal: William Morris Glass.”
What:“Myth, Object, and the Animal: William Morris Glass.”Where:Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St.When:December 1st, 2009Contact:790-8800. www.telfair.orgDescription:Examples of his work are in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre.
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“The First Emperor: China’s Terracotta Army.”
What:“The First Emperor: China’s Terracotta Army.”Where:High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, N.E. Atlanta.When:December 1st, 2009Contact:(404) 733-4400. www.high.orgDescription:Includes approximately a dozen complete terracotta warrior figures.
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J. C. Leyendecker: America's “Other” Illustrator.
What:J. C. Leyendecker: America's “Other” Illustrator.Where:Morris Museum of Art, 1 Tenth St., Augusta.When:December 1st, 2009Contact:(706) 724-7501. www.themorris.orgDescription:J. C. Leyendecker: America's “Other” Illustrator.
Theatre
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"Urinetown: The Musical"
What:"Urinetown: The Musical"Where:The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd.When:May 16th, 2009 through August 2nd, 2009Contact:Website & online ticketing
www.littletheatreofsavannah.org
Telephone reservations
(912) 631-3773
Postal mail
Little Theatre of Savannah
PO Box 15775
Savannah, GA 31416-2475
E-mail
info@littletheatreofsavannah.org
Reservations
reservations@littletheatreofsavannah.org
Description:Little Theatre of Savannah presents
"Urinetown: The Musical" directed by Jeffrey DeVincent
book by Greg Kotis
lyrics by Greg Kotis and Mark Hollmann
music by Mark Hollmann
Winner of three Tony Awards,
including Best Book
The Number One Musical!
(Once you get past the title, it's all good, clean fun)
One of the most uproariously funny musicals in recent years, Urinetown is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company thatprofits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides he's had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! Inspired by the works of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, Urinetown is an irreverently humorous satire in which no one is safe from scrutiny. Praised for reinvigorating the very notion of what a musical could be, Urinetown catapults the “comedic romp” into the new millennium with its outrageous perspective, wickedly modern wit, and sustained ability to produce gales of unbridled laughter.
Tickets/cost
$20 General Admission
$15 Seniors (55 and better), Students & Military
$10 Children (12 and under)
$5 Student Rush
Time
July 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 and August 1 at 8 p.m.
July 19 and August 2 at 3 p.m.
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Summer Classic Movies at the Ritz
What:Summer Classic Movies at the RitzWhere:Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Brunswick.When:July 1st, 2009 through July 31st, 2009Contact:912-262-6934. www.goldenislesarts.orgDescription:Five film classic series in historic downtown theatre. Selected short subjects. Bring your own popcorn. July 2: “Sing-Along Sound of Music.” July 9: “All About Eve.” July 16: “Patton.” July 23: “Laura.” July 30: “Conrack.” $5. Thursdays at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m.
Music
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“Mercer in the Squares.”
What:“Mercer in the Squares.”Where:Johnson Square or Wright Square.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:651-6417. www.savannahga.gov/arts. www.johnnymercercentennial.com.Description:Spend your lunchtime relaxing in a downtown square as Johnny Mercer tunes drift through the trees. The concert series features top local performers, presented by the City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs. Free. Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
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Community Center Jazz Workshops
What:Community Center Jazz WorkshopsWhere:July 7: Eastside Center, 409 Goebel Ave. July 8: Windsor Forest Center, 308 Briarcliff Circle. July 9: W.W. Law Center, 900 E. Bolton St.When:July 1st, 2009 through July 31st, 2009Contact:675-5419. www.coastal-jazz.orgDescription:Presented by the Coastal Jazz Association. 1 p.m. at the City's community centers. July 7: Eastside Center, 409 Goebel Ave. July 8: Windsor Forest Center, 308 Briarcliff Circle. July 9: W.W. Law Center, 900 E. Bolton St. Free, courtesy of the City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs.
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“Urinetown: The Musical.”
What:“Urinetown: The Musical.”Where:The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Road.When:July 1st, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:631-3773. www.littletheatreofsavannah.orgDescription:Presented by Little Theatre of Savannah. The irreverently humorous satire won three Tony Awards. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission. A hero decides he's had enough, and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom! $10 children. $15 seniors, students and military. $20 adult. July 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 and August 1 at 8 p.m. July 19 and August 2 at 3 p.m.
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First Friday for Folk Music
What:First Friday for Folk MusicWhere:First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave.When:July 3rd, 2009 through August 7th, 2009Contact:786-6953. www.savannahfolk.orgDescription:July 3: Larry Dougher and Drew Gibson. August 7: Carrie Hamby, Doug Spears, and Kyle Swaltzwelder. $2 recommended donation. 7:30 p.m.
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Jazz in the Park
What:Jazz in the ParkWhere:St. Simons Island Lighthouse Lawn.When:July 13th, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:(912) 262-6934. www.goldenislesarts.orgDescription:July 13: Noel Freidline Quartet. August 16: Latin jazz musician Sam Rodrigez. August 30: Vocalist Gwen Hughes. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic supper. $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, under 6 free. 7-9 p.m.
Special Events
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Johnny Mercer Centennial
What:Johnny Mercer CentennialWhere:www.johnnymercercentennial.comWhen:March 1st, 2009 through December 31st, 2009Contact:Visit the special centennial website for a full listing of events!
www.johnnymercercentennial.comDescription:Johnny Mercer Centennial
Presented by the Friends of Johnny Mercer
Applauding Mercer’s southern gumption, timeless appeal, Gatsby style, creative inspiration, “Huckleberry Friend” affability, songwriting, and singing, Mercer’s home city dedicates this entire year to the Johnny Mercer Centennial! The celebration continues through the end of 2009 with an array of events designed to commemorate, educate and “accentuate” the accomplishments and influence of Savannah’s legendary son. -
Tunes & Brews Wednesday with the Headliners
What:Tunes & Brews Wednesday with the HeadlinersWhere:The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Rd. Hilton Head Island, SCWhen:April 1st, 2009 through August 12th, 2009Contact:The Club Group – 363-5699Description:April 15, May 13, June 10, July 1, July 8, July 22, July 20, August 12
An evening of shopping, dining, dancing and music with the Headliners – on-site concessions, carry-out dinners and late store hours!
$5 Sea Pines gate fee (refunded with store purchase)
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Evening Turtle Talk and Walk
What:Evening Turtle Talk and WalkWhere:Coastal Discovery Museum, 100 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, S.C.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 27th, 2009Contact:(843) 689-6767 ext 223. www.coastaldiscovery.orgDescription:Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 27
Evening presentation and beach walk to educate participants about the threatened loggerhead sea turtle. $15-$20. 8 p.m. -
Getting to Know a Gator
What:Getting to Know a GatorWhere:Coastal Discovery Museum, 100 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, S.C.When:May 1st, 2009 through August 13th, 2009Contact:(843) 689-6767 ext 223. www.coastaldiscovery.orgDescription:Gatorland brings a 4-foot gator. $7-$12. 9:30, 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.
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Summer Reading Program
What:Summer Reading ProgramWhere:Live Oak Public LibrariesWhen:May 1st, 2009 through August 15th, 2009Contact:652-3604. www.liveoakpl.orgDescription:Presented by Live Oak Public Libraries. Children read and earn rewards and prizes. Free.
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Summer Reading Program
What:Summer Reading ProgramWhere:All library branches in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty CountiesWhen:June 1st, 2009 through August 15th, 2009Contact:912-652-3604 / www.liveoakpl.orgDescription:Live Oak Public Libraries presents the Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “Be Creative @ Your Library”. Children read and earn rewards and prizes. Grand prize is a $500 gift card from Oglethorpe Mall. All branches host a variety of special programs and performers throughout the summer.
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Mercer in the Squares
What:Mercer in the SquaresWhere:www.johnnymercercentennial.comWhen:June 1st, 2009 through August 31st, 2009Contact:912-651-6417 | www.savannahga.gov | www.johnnymercercentennial.comDescription:Mercer in the Squares
Presented by New Arts Ensemble and the City of Savannah
In conjunction with the Johnny Mercer Centennial
Noontime in the City's squares
Savannah never sounded so good in the summer! Enjoy Mercer favorites in a summer-long tribute to Savannah's acclaimed songsmith.
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Evening Turtle Talk and Walk
What:Evening Turtle Talk and WalkWhere:Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Hilton Head Island SCWhen:June 2nd, 2009 through August 27th, 2009Contact:843-689-6767 ext 223
www.coastaldiscovery.orgDescription:June 2, 2009 and every Tuesday and Thursday through August 27, 2009
An evening presentation and beach walk to educate participants about the threatened loggerhead sea turtle. Presentation to entire group and then 2 groups of 10 proceed to the beach to examine the nesting habitat and nest sites. No turtle sightings are guaranteed.
$20 Adults; $15 Child (ages 4-12)
no child under 4 allowed
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Summer Art Camp
What:Summer Art CampWhere:At S.P.A.C.E. Studios, 9 W. Henry StreetWhen:June 8th, 2009 through August 28th, 2009Contact:912-651-6783 | www.savannahga.gov/artsDescription:Summer Art Camp
Presented by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs
Send your child on a creative adventure with the City's Summer Art Camp! Ten one-week camp sessions are offered, providing an opportunity for children ages 5-14 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.
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Getting to Know a Gator
What:Getting to Know a GatorWhere:Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Hilton Head Island SCWhen:June 11th, 2009 through August 13th, 2009Contact:843-689-6767 ext 223
www.coastaldiscovery.orgDescription:June 11, 2009 and every Thursday thru August 13, 2009
Gatorland brings a 4-foot gator to share with the audience. Participants will learn about gators, their folklore, their habits and safety procedures. You will be able to have your picture taken with an alligator after the program.
$12 Adult, $7 Child (ages 4-12)
9:30/11:30 or 1:30 (3 programs each day)




