Coastal Companion

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Tribute to Duke Ellington Concert – Savannah, GA

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The Coastal Jazz Association presents a tribute to Duke Ellington on Sunday, April 27, 2008. This event will be celebrating the legacy of one of America’s greatest musicians/composers for what would have been his 109th birthday (born April 29, 1899).

Every year The Savannah Jazz Orchestra, under the co-leadership of Teddy Adams and Randy Reese, features both unfamiliar compositions and special guest artists as a part of enhancing the genius of every Ellington concert.
This will be CJA’s 22nd year paying tribute to Mr. Ellington.

(PLEASE NOTE VENUE CHANGE!) This special concert will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2008, 5:00 p.m. at the Armstrong Atlantic State University “Armstrong Center,” at 11935 Abercorn Street next to the main AASU campus (ce.armstrong.edu/facilities/armstrongcenter).
It is free and open to the public and is presented by the Coastal Jazz Association through a generous grant from
the City of Savannah Cultural Affairs Department.

For more information call 912-675-5419 or
go to www.coastal-jazz.org .

Carols in the Round – Charleston, SC

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Charleston Southern presents Carols in the Round. This beautiful event of unaccompanied Christmas carols takes place in the Science Building, a wonderfully acoustic setting. As a special treat, the Concert Singers will be joined by the CSU Brass Choir. Seating is limited. Science Building, Charleston Southern University. 6p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 843-863-7966, contact vbullock@csuniv.edu or visit www.charlestonsouthern.edu.

International Rugby League – Jacksonville, Florida

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No pads, no helmets, no fear – Australia’s South Sydney Rabbitohs vs. England’s The Leeds Rhinos, two of the best International Professional Rugby League teams clash in the USA for the first time.The South Sydney Rabbitohs from Australia & owned by Russell Crowe, will for the first time play the Leeds Rhinos from England.

Saturday, January 26th, 2008
University of North Florida, Hodges Stadium 4567 St. Johns Bluff Road S., Jacksonville.
Admission: $10 – $35. Gates Open 11am : Kick Off 1pm
visit the website for more information.

The Footlight Players: A Tuna Christmas – Charleston, SC

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It’s 24 hours before Christmas and all comic hell is about to break loose as 24 delightfully eccentric characters attempt to cope with seasonal traumas such as a disaster prone little theatre production of A Christmas Carol, and a yard-decorating contest that is being sabotaged by a mysterious Christmas phantom. Bring the whole family and join in the holiday fun! The Footlight Players present A Tuna Christmas by Joe Sears, Jaston Williams, and Ed Howard directed by Mary Cimino.

20 Queen St. Dec. 13, 14, 15 at 8p.m. and Dec. 16 at 3p.m. $25 for adults, $22 for seniors 62 and up and $15 for students. For more information, please call 722-7521, visit www.footlightplayers.net

The Farmer’s Market – St Augustine Beach, Florida

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Enjoy shopping at the Farmers Market located at the ocean-side St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The Farmers’ Market features selections of fresh produce and green houseplants. Rain or shine.
Every Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
St. Johns County Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd
St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
904.347.8007