SCAD presents “Modern Masters,” a distinguished exhibition highlighting several of the best-known early 20th-century modern artists. Works on paper by Marc Chagall, Salvador Dali, Henri Matisse, Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso will be available for purchase. For more information, visit www.scadexhibitions.com
Sept. 1-22, “Modern Masters” Exhibition – Savannah, Georgia
Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St., Savannah, Ga.
The Amateur at Kiawah Island Golf Resort – Charleston, SC
For the first time, male amateur players of all ages can contest a FLIGHTED individual stroke play golf tournament at Kiawah’s world-famous Ocean Course, as well as the Gary Player-designed Cougar Point Golf Course. Participants will enjoy lavish receptions – including an outdoor, oceanfront dinner at The Sanctuary – hospitality suites and fabulous prizes. This tournament offers a great opportunity to sample Kiawah’s courses during a beautiful time of the year. Non-golfing partners are invited and can enjoy the resort’s wide array of amenities, including The Spa at The Sanctuary.
Concerts in the Plaza in August – St. Augustine, Fl
It is said that The Concerts in the Plaza is the best way to spend a Thursday night in St. Augustine. This free concert series is now in its 18th year.
Concerts in the Plaza brings a variety of music to St. Augustine’s historic downtown all summer long – from Bluegrass and blues, jazz and country, swing and folk, to old time and popular rock. The concerts take place outdoors in the Gazebo in the historic Plaza de la Constitución.
All concerts are free of charge and those attending may wish to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating.
For more information and directions to the Plaza de la Constitución, call 904.825.1004 or visit www.plazaconcerts.com.
- August 7: Power Play jazz, funk, rock & big band
- August 14:Skin & Bonz & The Big Hungry Boys old-time & bluegrass
- August 21: Funk Shui rhythm & blues / rock & roll
- August 28: Gatorbone newtime, original & folk
- September 1: 1:00pm-5:00pm St. Augustine Jazz Society presents: Jazz Personified The St. Augustine Jazz Society All-Stars
Changing of the Guard – St Augustine, Florida
Experience colonial time in historic downtown St. Augustine as soldiers guarding the town are dismissed for the night. Their replacements arrive to take over guarding Government House. The commander of the new watch puts the replacements through a drill before they are allowed to take over the post. The retiring soldiers are ordered to clear their weapons. The blasts of musket fire assured St. Augustine that the changing of the guard had taken place and the town was safe for the night. This traditional military changing of the guard takes place at 7 p.m. in front of St. Augustine’s Government House in the Plaza de la Constitucion.
Government House Museum in Downtown St. Augustine at 7 p.m. Admission is Free
Call 904.825.1004 for more information.
Savannah Folk Society “First Fridayâ€
Savannah Folk Society “First Friday†Introduces Florida’s Doug Spears, Welcomes Back North Carolinian Bruce Piephoff and Savannah’s Bill Schumann
The 146th “First Friday for Folk Music,†Savannah’s monthly showcase of local and touring folk musicians, will feature a new act for Savannah and two old favorites. The show will include Florida’s Doug Spears, North Carolina’s prolific songwriter Bruce Piephoff and Savannah’s own balladeer Bill Schumann. The show will again be at First Presbyterian Church at 520 Washington Avenue, First Friday’s new home.
Blending elements of contemporary folk, Americana, bluegrass, country and folk rock, Doug Spears produces a sound that is fresh and new, yet immediately familiar. Painting lyrical images set to memorable melodies, delivered with a warm, unique guitar style and powered by rich vocals Doug is an east coast favorite at festivals, folk clubs, house concerts and listening rooms.
A seasoned performer, Spears has invested more than 30 years developing his distinctive craft and with each song bite, the rich flavors penetrate the listening palate. Often drawing comparisons to some of the best known and well established artists of the genre Doug has carved a special niche for himself in the folk music world from his native Florida.
Bruce Piephoff is a folk singer/songwriter and poet who has been writing and touring the folk circuit for nearly 40 years. He began playing little bars in Chapel Hill, NC back in the late 60s while attending the university there. He is a native of Greensboro, NC and continues to live there although he has lived for periods in California, Florida, Tennessee and other places.
Bill Schumann is a First Friday regular with a big booming voice and a booming 12-string Martin guitar to match. His material ranges from cowboy to Celtic, fun to folly and romance to regret. With a personality as large as his voice and stature, Bill is always a crowd pleaser.
from 7:30 to 10:30 PM and is smoke-free, alcohol-free and family-friendly.
There is a recommended donation of $2 per person.
Beverages and homemade fresh baked goods are available for purchase at nominal prices.
For further information, call Hank Weisman at 912-786-6953 or go to:
www.savannahfolk.org