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Fiesta Latina, 2009 – Savannah, Georgia

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Savannah is turning up the heat when Fiesta Latina returns to Rousakis Plaza on Saturday June 20th.
Many of the 20 different countries that make up Latin America are represented at this event. First and foremost, there will be lots of music. Live DJ’s and bands will bring salsa, merengüe, cumbia, norteño, bachata, reggaetón and more to the river front. Featured artists include the popular “Serenata Band” from Atlanta, who visited last year, as well as many other local and regional artists. Besides music and dance, the festival also offers arts, crafts and food from different countries.

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Free Family Film Festival at Regal Cinemas

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During the summer you can take your whole gang to the cinema for selected free screenings at Regal Cinema. Regal Entertainment Group has a nine week long Free Family Festival going on at selected theatres, now for the 19th year.

Participated theatres show G and PG rated movies for free on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10 am. Examples of movies include; Hotel for Dogs, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar Escape 2 Africa, and Shrek the Third.
Check local theatre listing for film selection, call the theatre or visit the website for schedule updates.

Below you’ll find a list of some of the participating theatres:

FLORIDA

Beach Blvd. Stadium 18
14051 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville ,FL 32250
904-992-4394

06/09/2009-06/10/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

06/16/2009-06/17/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

06/23/2009-06/24/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Bee Movie (PG)

06/30/2009-07/01/2009
Space Chimps (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

07/07/2009-07/08/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)

07/14/2009-07/15/2009
Curious George (G)
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

07/21/2009-07/22/2009
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Water Horse: Legend Of The Deep (PG)

07/28/2009-07/29/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

08/04/2009-08/05/2009
Arctic Tale (G)
Igor (PG)

The Avenues Stadium 20
9525 Phillips Highway
Jacksonville ,FL 32256
904-538-3892

06/09/2009-06/11/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

06/16/2009-06/18/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Bee Movie (PG)

06/23/2009-06/25/2009
Space Chimps (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

06/30/2009-07/02/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)

07/07/2009-07/09/2009
Curious George (G)
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

07/14/2009-07/16/2009
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Water Horse: Legend Of The Deep (PG)

07/21/2009-07/23/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

07/28/2009-07/30/2009 Arctic Tale (G)
Igor (PG)

08/04/2009-08/06/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

GEORGIA

Savannah Stadium 10
1132-34 Shawnee Street
Savannah ,GA 31419
912-961-1535

06/16/2009-06/18/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG)

06/23/2009-06/25/2009 Space Chimps (G)
Star Wars: Clone Wars (PG)

06/30/2009-07/03/2009 P
irates Who Don’t Do Anything: Veggie Tale Movie (G)

06/30/2009-07/02/2009
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

07/07/2009-07/09/2009 M
r. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)

07/14/2009-07/16/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

07/21/2009-07/23/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

07/28/2009-07/30/2009
Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

08/04/2009-08/06/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

08/11/2009-08/13/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Surf’s Up (PG)

SOUTH CAROLINA

Palmetto Grande Stadium 16
1319 Theatre Drive
Mount Pleasant ,SC 29464
843-216-8150

06/16/2009-06/18/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Surf’s Up (PG)

06/23/2009-06/25/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG)

06/30/2009-07/02/2009
Space Chimps (G)
Star Wars: Clone Wars (PG)

07/07/2009-07/09/2009
Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything: Veggie Tale Movie (G)
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

07/14/2009-07/16/2009
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)

07/21/2009-07/23/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

07/28/2009-07/30/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

08/04/2009-08/06/2009
Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

08/11/2009-08/13/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

Charles Towne Stadium 18
2401 Mall Drive
North Charleston ,SC 29406
843-554-6120

06/16/2009-06/18/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Surf’s Up (PG)

06/23/2009-06/25/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG)

06/30/2009-07/02/2009
Space Chimps (G)
Star Wars: Clone Wars (PG)

07/07/2009-07/09/2009
Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything: Veggie Tale Movie (G)
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

07/14/2009-07/16/2009
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)

07/21/2009-07/23/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

07/28/2009-07/30/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

08/04/2009-08/06/2009
Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

08/11/2009-08/13/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

Azalea Square Stadium 16
215 Azalea Square Blvd
Summerville ,SC 29483
843-821-1554

06/09/2009-06/11/2009
Everyone’s Hero (G)
Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG)

06/16/2009-06/18/2009
Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

06/23/2009-06/25/2009
Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G)
Shrek The Third (PG)

06/30/2009-07/02/2009
The Tale Of Despereaux (G)
Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)

07/07/2009-07/09/2009
Charlotte’s Web (G)
Surf’s Up (PG)

07/14/2009-07/16/2009
Horton Hears A Who (G)
Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG)

07/21/2009-07/23/2009
Space Chimps (G)
Star Wars: Clone Wars (PG)

07/28/2009-07/30/2009
Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything: Veggie Tale Movie (G)
Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)

08/04/2009-08/06/2009
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G)
Nim’s Island (PG)
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Free Concert in the Squares – Savannah, Georgia

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This year we celebrate the Johnny Mercer centennial. Johnny Mercer was born in Savannah in 1909. He wrote lyrics to 1,700 songs – out of those 100 or so were hits and four nominated for awards. His most famous are probably “Moon River” and “Days of Wine and Roses”. He was a co founder of Capital records just to mention a few of his achievements.

Mercer in the Squares is a free concert at lunch-time in the squares of Savannah lasting until the end of July. Bring your sandwich or picnic lunch and enjoy a musical adventure with R&B, jazz, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 and 1:30 in Johnson and Wright squares.

The free concerts are presented by New Arts Ensemble and the City of Savannah in conjunction Enjoy Mercer favorites in a summer-long tribute to Savannah’s acclaimed songsmith.

June 3: Johnson Square
June 5: Johnson Square
June 10: Wright Square
June 12: Wright Square
June 17: Johnson Square
June 19: Johnson Square
June 24: Wright Square
June 26: Wright Square
July 8: Johnson Square
July 10: Johnson Square
July 15: Wright Square
July 17: Wright Square
July 22: Johnson Square
July 24: Johnson Square
July 29: Wright Square
July 31: Wright Square

City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs 912-651-6417
www.johnnymercercentennial.com

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14th Annual Savannah Asian Festival

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Many of us would love to travel and see the world, but very few of us get the chance to do so. The countries of Asian and their different cultures seem fascinating to most of us. On June 6, you can experience a little bit of Asia without leaving the Southeast.

Savannah Asian Festival is one of the largest Asian cultural celebrations in the Southeast. The festival continues grows in popularity every year, and no wonder, this festival is a colorful adventure for the whole family.

Tibetan Monks
Tibetan Monks

The festival takes place at Savannah Civic Center on June 6 from 11 a.m to 4 p.m and includes a day of free live stage performances.
There will be an variety of live musical, martial arts and dance performances on stage with performing groups representing the countries of Korea, Indonesia, the Philippines, Polynesia, Thailand and India. Come watch the amazing Tibetan Monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery, or Matsuriza Taiko Drummers , from Orlando, Florida and a the quick moving group from Chien Hong School of Kung Fu Lion Dancers from Atlanta, Georgia, just to mention a few.

The Exciting Cuisine from the East
For those of us who love food, and especially if you like trying new dishes, the Savannah Asian Festival is definitely the place to visit. Visitor have the opportunity to taste food from different countries. Taste of India , Sushi Zen and Chen’s Chinese Restaurant will be serving a selection of regional favorites from the Philippines, Japan, India, China, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Middle East. So plan to stay for lunch or dinner!

Treasures from the East
The Cultural Marketplace showcases traditional arts and crafts from each nation. Here you can find everything from “Ming-shard” jewelry to Chinese calligraphy sets, hand-beaded clothing from Nepal and dupattas from Pakistan and much more.

Visit the workshop room to learn more about different cultures. The festival offers hands-on learning experiences with workshops and children’s activities. Here you’ll find children’s crafts and games, you can learn about Chinese painting with artist Ching Levy , or participate in a Pakistani Tea Ceremony.

Parking
The Savannah Asian Festival is free and open to the public. The festival takes place Saturday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center, located at Montgomery and Liberty Streets. Parking at the Civic Center is free or $1 for the day at the Liberty Garage across the street. There is a charge for food and purchases from the Cultural Marketplace. For information, call 912-651-6417 or visit www.savannahga.gov/arts .

Asian Festival Savannah

Great Deals for Residents and Military at the World Golf Hall of Fame

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Starting on Saturday May 23rd, the World Golf Hall of Fame is offering a special rate for residents from Florida and Georgia to the special “Bob Hope: Shanks for the Memory” exhibit.

Florida and Georgia residents pay only $10 admission through Sunday, October 4. With a ticket you can visit the World Golf Hall of Fame and also play one round on the Hall’s 18-hole, natural grass putting course. The offer is good for up to four accompanying family members. To receive the discount you need proof of residency (driver’s license or other photo identification).

It’s Memorial Day and the World Golf Hall of Fame is saying thanks by offering an even better deal for members of the armed forces. Free admission. Retired and currently serving members of the military and reserve forces can enjoy complimentary admission to the exhibit and also one round on the Hall’s putting course. The offer is good for up to four accompanying family members and is in effect from May 23rd through Independence Day, Saturday, July 4. Valid military photo ID is required for the discount.

For more information, please visit www.wgv.com.

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