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The Dark Knight Returns to World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® THEATER

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Limited Showings of “The Dark Knight” at the IMAX Theater at the World Golf Hall of Fame in St. Augustine.

The World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater is one of the selected theatres for the upcoming re-release of its 2008 the summer blockbuster, “The Dark Knight,”. A special engagement of the film will begin Friday, Jan. 23 and tickets will be available to the public on www.wgv.com and in the theater box office beginning Friday, Jan. 9.

Heath Ledger as the Joker
Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film’s huge commercial and critical success has spurred talk of possible Oscar nominations for its director, producers and cast – most specifically, for the late Heath Ledger and his edgy performance as the Joker. Additionally, to date, “The Dark Knight” has grossed approximately $512 million domestically and $440 million internationally, including more than $55 million in IMAX.

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“The Dark Knight” features six sequences filmed with IMAX cameras (including the opening six minutes), which marks the first time ever that a major feature film has been even partially shot using IMAX cameras – a revolutionary integration of 35 mm and IMAX film formats.

Running approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, “The Dark Knight” is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and some menace.

Advance tickets available Friday, Jan. 9, 2009 at www.wgv.com Film runs Friday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009

World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater
World Golf Village
I-95, Exit 323, St. Augustine, Fla.

904-940-4123 or www.wgv.com

The 2D World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater offers unique movies and entertainment enhanced by state-of-the-art, specially-designed cinematic technology. Located at World Golf Village, the 300-seat IMAX Theater is the largest IMAX screen in Northeast Florida, housing an 80-foot-wide by six-story-high screen to show a variety of entertaining and educational movies throughout the year.  For tickets, film descriptions and show times, call 904-940-IMAX or visit www.wgv.com.

A Musical Salute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – Savannah, Georgia

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Savannah, GA) The Jewish Educational Alliance will be host to the 11th Annual, A Musical Salute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00 P.M. at the Jewish Educational Alliance (5111 Abercorn St). This year’s event is being co-presented by the Jewish Educational Alliance, the Savannah Jewish Federation Community Relations Council, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association, the Coastal Jazz Association, through a grant from the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs and the Southeast Georgia Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Portman’s Music Superstore, Entenmann’s, Hands On Savannah of United Way, and MorningStar Cultural Arts are the event’s sponsors.

There will be a dessert reception at intermission.

This very powerful event, which will feature the Savannah Jazz Orchestra, co-led by Teddy Adams and Randall Reese, & The Savannah Arts Academy Skyelite Jazz Band, under the baton of Michael Hutchinson, is part of the official Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Celebration which pays tribute to the birth and life of one of America’s great men of freedom, justice and equality. The Savannah Jazz Orchestra is comprised of the areas best musicians and has backed some of the biggest names in jazz, including: Benny Golson, Jimmy Heath, Diane Schuur, Clark Terry and Bobby Watson. They have performed at most of the Savannah Jazz Festivals and their annual Tribute to the Duke Ellington Concert is a favorite among local jazz fans. The Skyelite Jazz Band has traveled the globe representing Savannah and has won many awards and accolades.
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January 7th 2009 Art Walk Downtown Jacksonville

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The Art Center presents Scott Morris
Come see the unique art by Scott Morris. His wall sculptures are created using aluminum, glass, and steel. The Art Center is located at 31 West Adams Street, Jacksonville Fl 32202
The event will start at 5:00pm and end at 9:00pm
Get a sneak preview at www.ScoMo-art.com

Annual Southern Women’s Show Comes to Savannah

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One of the most highly anticipated events in Savannah, the annual Southern Women’s Show, attracts thousands of local women each year for three jam-packed days of fashion shows, cooking demonstrations, beauty tips, health screenings, decorating ideas and personal growth opportunities — all tailored especially for women — as well as celebrity appearances.

This year’s show also promises more than 300 exhibitors ranging from boutiques and jewelers to travel agents and health care professionals and making it the perfect one-stop shop for on-the-go women.

southern women showsWhile attendees are welcome to window shop, the hands-on, interactive nature of the Southern Women’s Show makes it the perfect opportunity to actually try out new products and services, consult with experts and register for prizes and giveaways.

On-site health screenings will enable women to undergo risk-factor assessments, with blood pressure, cholesterol, spinal screens and bone density checks.

Throughout the show, watch for live cooking demonstrations, seminars and fashion shows.

Show hours are Friday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission is $9 at the door, $5 for children 6–12 years old and free for children under 6 years of age. Readmission tickets are $5. Groups of 10 or more can buy tickets in advance for $7 each. For group discount tickets and more information, call (800) 849-0248 or visit www.SouthernWomensShow.com.

Spoken Word – Jacksonville, Florida

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Spoken Word is a monthly gathering of artists, writers, and others who enjoy poetry, storytelling and music. On the first Thursday of each month, the lobby of the Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum becomes a casual cafe style setting for live open-mic performances by local poets, playwrights, orators, musical vocalists and anyone who has words to share. for more information visit www.ritzlavilla.org