Coastal Companion

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Archives for December 22, 2007

Glenn Miller Orchestra – Jacksonville, Florida

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What Glenn Miller felt as he and his band went out on the road in 1938 still holds true, which is why the famous Glenn Miller Orchestra lives on today. Formed by popular demand in 1956, the band has been touring consistently, playing an average of 300 live dates a year around the globe to millions of fans.
Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 7:30pm
Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd Jacksonville FL,32246
904 632-3373
Admission: $33.50
www.artistseries.fccj.org

New Shanghai Circus – Jacksonville, Florida

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This talented troupe defies gravity and executes breathtaking feats that stretch the human ability. Many of these acts trace their origin back over two thousand years to traditional Chinese harvest festivals. If it’s humanly possible, and even if it’s not, Shanghai’s performers do it with spectacular flare, combining traditional, Chinese culture with modern day choreography, amazing lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at 7:30pm
Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd Jacksonville FL,32246
904 632-3373
Admission: $33
www.artistseries.fccj.org

Mardi Gras Celebration – St Marys, Georgia

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A family-oriented festival in downtown historic St. Marys. Experience a little bit of New Orleans in Georgia complete with parade, street dance, arts & crafts. The festival also includes a 5K run. For more information, please call 912-882-4000

Tara Feis Irish Celebration – Savannah, GA

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An outdoor, “family-friendly” celebration of Irish culture featuring live stage performances, music, dancing, crafts, food and more. Featuring the acclaimed folk music group Altan.
Free admission courtesy of the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs. March 8th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Emmet Park in downtown Savannah
(912) 651-6417 or visit  www.savannahga.gov/arts
Presented by the Tara Feis Irish Celebration Committee