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$10 Admission for SC Residents in February at South Carolina Aquarium

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During the whole month of February, South Carolina residents can visit the South Carolina Aquarium with a flat rate admission of $10.00 – that’s actually a savings of $7 off adult admission!

Don’t miss the opportunity to see the expanded Touch Tank featuring Atlantic sting rays or take a ride on the kids only Discovery Boat in the new Something’s Fishy Kid Zone, watch a dive show or enjoy a family hike through the new exhibit Camp Carolina.

The aquarium offers tons of interactive fun, daily shows and programs, animal encounters and new exhibits to explore, This Offer is only available to South Carolina residents with valid proof of residency and may not be combined with any other offer. Expires February 28, 2009. For more information, visit scaquarium.org or call (843) 577-3474 (FISH).

First Garden Tour in 2009 – Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Florida

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For those interested in gardening, here’s an interesting event. The first Garden Tour of the year is taking place at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens in February.

This is an opportunity to learn about evergreen plants. Participants need to register in advance on the website www.Jacksonvillezoo.org. Saturday February 7th at 9.00 am.

Ticket to the event are $10 per person for Zoo members and $20 per person for nonmembers. Admission to the Zoo itself is included in the cost.

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Peter Max in Jacksonville

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Jacksonville, FL (February 1, 2009) — World-renowned artist Peter Max (www.petermax.com) returns to Avondale’s R. Roberts Gallery with his latest exhibit, making two special appearances—Saturday, March 7th, 6-9 PM and Sunday, March 8th, Noon-3 PM. Artwork is available for acquisition and each appearance is open to the public.

Max’s latest retrospective features over 100 pieces of his art, including original paintings, drawings, and limited-edition prints. The subject matter of the work ranges from his famous iconic paintings such as the “Statue of Liberty” and “Flag with Heart,” to his well-known “Cosmic” images. Some of his newer works, such as his piece commemorating Yankee Stadium and his portrait of President Barack Obama, will be included in the exhibit.

Since the late 1960s, Peter Max’s work has been an artistic symbol of American pop culture. His images form a scrapbook illustrating 40 years of Americana. Max’s imagination and vision can be found in over 100 museums and galleries throughout the world and on a variety of canvases, including the Berlin Wall and a Boeing 777 jumbo jet, currently in use by Continental Airlines. Max has painted portraits of numerous world leaders, including the last six U.S. Presidents, the Dalai Lama, and Mikhail Gorbachev. He has also been designated Official Artist of numerous international events, including six Grammy Award broadcasts, three World Fairs, and six Super Bowls.

“We’re thrilled to bring Peter Max and his amazing work back to Jacksonville, where he has been so warmly welcomed in the past,” said Gallery owner, Jennifer R. Jones. “We expect another enthusiastic turn out for this event, especially because the artist will be offering a 12” x 16” signed and individually dedicated ‘LOVE’ poster with each purchase of his work. Buyers will have the opportunity to meet Peter and have their purchase personally signed.”

RSVP’s are requested to attend Peter Max’s appearances. The public is also invited to attend a special “uncrating party” at the Gallery on Friday, February 28th. Appointments to preview the art in the exhibit can be made beginning March 1st. To RSVP or make an appointment for a preview, call the Gallery at (904) 388-1188.

For almost 20 years, R. Roberts Gallery has been one of Florida’s most prominent purveyors of fine art. As cited by the New York Times, “although it is a neighborhood gallery, clients also come from all over the nation and abroad because of the gallery’s reputation for excellence, its extensive selection of art, its superior custom framing, restoration, personal on-site art and framing consultation and portraiture services.” Featuring original paintings, sculpture and limited edition fine art prints in styles ranging from contemporary to traditional masterworks; the Gallery represents acclaimed American and international artists. R. Roberts Gallery is located at 3606 St. Johns Avenue. Hours are Tuesday – Friday, 9am – 6pm, Saturday, 10am – 4pm and Sunday 11am – 3pm. For more information, call 904-388-1188 or visit www.rrobertsgallery.com

High Tide Ultimate for Spring Break – Golden Isles, Georgia

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During spring break you’ll be able to see flying objects on Jekyll Island, but these object can easily be identified. Jekyll Island will receive 160 teams and 2500 students competing in High Tide Ultimate.

In the beginning this sport was called Ultimate Frisbee, but has now been renamed Ultimate. High Tide Ultimate is the south’s largest college ultimate tournament and will take over the recreation fields on Jekyll and in Glynn County.

The game is similar to American football or rugby but played with a 175 gram flying disc. The tournament will take both at Jekyll Island Soccer complex and North Glynn Recreational Fields. The event will generate over 3000 hotel room nights and is expected to generate over $1.25 million in economic impact.
For more information is available at www.disc-iple.com or www.jekyllisland.com.

Super Sunday at the Museum

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Right after Superbowl Sunday comes another Super Sunday. On February 8 it’s time for one of Savannah’s most popular events – Super Museum Sunday. On this special day you can take your whole gang to participating museums and historic sites in Savannah without paying admission. The event begins at noon to four pm absolutely free.

Super Museum Sunday is part of Georgia Historical Society’s “Georgia Days”, which is an event lasting for the whole month celebrationg Georgia history. For a list of participating museums and venues, click here.

For more information about the event visit www.georgiahistory.com