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Valentine’s Day Weekend Tips from Joe

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We have just launched a Coastal Companion segment of our TV show “I Know Jax”. The weekly show broadcasts on CW 17 on the First Coast, in Camden County and Glynn County and surrounding areas and reaches approximately 675,000 households. Coastal Companion has it’s own segment in the show where we take a look at upcoming events, festivals and other happenings in the coastal area of South Carolina, Georgia and Florida.

In this episode Joe is taking a look at what to do for Valentine’s Day. 

Going forward we’re going to highlight fun places to visit and talk about what you can do with friends and family. You can watch the complete episodes of I Know Jax online, just click here. I Know Jax inspires you to explore. Savannah Westin Hotel, Georgia

Things To Do in Savannah – February 2011

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When I started looking for things to do, festivals, events and celebrations for the month of February, I didn’t think about history or presidential birthdays – all I could think of was little red hearts, roses, chocolate, champagne and maybe even a romantic weekend getaway for two. At least, that’s how I imagine a perfect Valentine’s Day.
Click here to get ideas about what to do for Valentine’s day in Savannah.  Then, let’s continue with the rest of the month. After all, there is a lot more to February in Savannah, GA, than Valentine’s Day events.

Savannah Restaurant Week
Yes, we know – the event started already on January 28 and probably shouldn’t make it on the list for February, but who can resist a restaurant week? During this event you can visit participating restaurants and get a three course meal for $30. Maybe you can celebrate Valentine’s Day early since this year Valentine’s Day itself falls on a xxday anyway. Savannah Restaurant week continues until February 6, 2011. Check out our special Restaurant Week page for details and participating restaurants.

In addition to celebrating Valentine’s Day, the month of February is also a time of year when we celebrate history. In Georgia, we have the Georgia History Festival taking place February 1 – 11, 2011. This festival offers a variety of different activities and events for both young and old. You might remember this event as Georgia History Days.

Here are a few of the highlights:

Saturday Feb. 6, 2011 – Super Museum Sunday
On this day you can visit many of Georgia’s museums for free. Bring the whole family for a day out exploring our history.

Feb. 11, 2011 – Georgia Day Parade
School children participate in this parade led by Oglethorpe himself.

Check out our special Georgia History Festival page for all the details.

Also in February, Savannah Black Heritage Festival from February 1 – 13, 2011. The highlight of the event is Grand Festival Day, a day of top entertainment is held in the Savannah Civic Center’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Arena on Saturday, February 12, 2011.

For more details, visit our special page for Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

President’s Day weekend is going to be an action-packed weekend in Savannah, with two festivals at the same time. First up, the book festival.

Savannah Book Festival has a new date this year. The festival is scheduled for February 18 – 20, 2011, which is a new date for this festival. During this three-day event, you get the chance to mingle and rub elbows with authors and book lovers. Read more about the festival right here – Savannah Book Festival

One of the most popular events this month is the Irish Festival also taking place on February 18 – 20, 2011, which is said to be the largest Irish Festival in the South. Not bad! Four stages, irish dance, music, food and much more. Read more on our special page about the Savannah Irish Festival.

Savannah Irish Festival 2010

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The 18th annual Savannah Irish Festival takes place February 12-14, 2010 at the Savannah Civic Center in Savannah, Georgia. The festival begins Friday night in the Civic Center Ballroom from 6:30pm – 9:00pm when it’s time for Ceili. Participants will be taught Irish folk dance in large groups. Then on Saturday, February 13, the festival is open from 10:30am until 8:00pm and on Sunday, February 14, from 12:00pm until 7:00pm.

Four stages of entertainment bring fun for the entire family throughout the weekend.
Come to the Irish Festival and enjoy some of the top Irish traditional acts in the world. There will also be performances from The St. Vincent’s Academy Chorale, two schools of Irish Dancers, Glor na h‘Eireann, and the Irish Dancers of Savannah.
There’s free arts and crafts area for kids as well as entertainment on stage geared towards children.
The Festival Cultural Stage will focus on a variety of topics of Irish History, Irish Literature and Irish Music. On top of that, there will also be a large numbers of vendors setting with booths where you can browse interesting Irish items.



This will be a weekend filled with fun for the whole family, including music and plenty of Irish Dancing. Please join us this year for Valentine’s Day weekend. Stroll through our romantic city and enjoy the largest Irish Festival in the South.

Festival Ticket Information:
$5 donation taken at the door for the Friday night Ceili in the Civic Center’s upstairs ballroom.

A one day ticket for Saturday or Sunday costs $12 and a two day ticket is $16, plus service charges for both from the Civic Center Box Office.

Children Under 14 are admitted FREE.

You can purchase tickets the day of the event, or call 912-651-6556 or 800-351-7469.

Read about other events for Valentine’s Day in Savannah

What To Do in Savannah for Valentine’s Day

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Spending Valentine’s Day in Savannah is romantic enough for most of us who don’t live there. The beautiful parks, the river, and the live oaks makes a city to Savannah just perfect for romance.

But if you still need a few ideas about what to do with your sweet heart in Savannah, Georgia, during your visit – you need to read our article about it.

Click here for a few suggestions for Valentine’s Day in Savannah



Valentine’s Day in Savannah

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Savannah is probably one of the most romantic cities you’ll find on the coast with beautiful squares, live oaks with hanging moss and a bustling river front. Savannah is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway weekend. There’s always a lot to do and see in Savannah, and also a variety of great restaurants.

Here are a few suggestions of what to do for Valentine’s Day in Savannah, Georgia.

Cool Down with Ice Cream for Your Sweetheart
Who wants ice cream in February? Well, normally, this would be a treat saved for the warmer summer months, but Savannah has one of the most unique ice cream parlors – Leopold’s Ice cream on 212 E. Broughton Street. The place is owned by Stratton Leopold, a known movie producer, and contains lots of fun memorabilia. Stratton actually closed the place to pursue his career in Hollywood, but in 2004 Leopold’s re-opened in a new location. The place has been around since 1919, and so has many of the recipes. The place is designed by Academy Award winning designer Dan Lomino and still contains many of the original features such as the soda fountain, Philco radio and malted milk dispenser. For Valentine’s Day try February’s special flavors; Rose Petal Cream or Chocolate Cherry Cordial.
Leopold’s Ice Cream, 212 E. Broughton Street, Savannah
www.leopoldsicecream.com

Valentine’s and All That Jazz
The best way is to say the three words “I love you” might be with food, wine and jazz.

On Valentine’s Day, February 14th 2010, the Savannah Stompers Jazz Band (SSJB), Savannah’s premier good time band is ready to help you out to make this day special.

The SSJB plays traditional jazz, from New Orleans, Chicago and Memphis to the West Coast Revival movement of the late ‘30s and early ‘40s. For more information 912.920.1317 or visit www.coastal-jazz.org
February 14th, 5 p.m at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa. Admission is $10 for non-members

Savannah’s Own Love Boat
One of the best ways to experience Savannah is from the water. How about a Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise? It could be the perfect way to end a perfect day.

Watch the glittering lights from the city reflect in the water. Relax in the cool ocean breeze. This Valentine’s Day package includes a dinner cruise, complete with dancing, entertainment, and bottle of house wine or champagne, balloons  and a plush bear.

Valentine’s Day Cruise on Saturday February 13th or Sunday February 14th
Call 912.232.6404 for more information or visit www.savannahriverboat.com

Something Old, Something New
Of course, if you’ve already decided to “take the big step” on this special day you could do so on the coast. One of the most romantic choices is a Valentine’s Day Weddings in the Davenport House Garden in Savannah. Here you can get married on Sunday, February 14, 2010  from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Have your wedding in the beautiful courtyard garden of the Davenport Museum! Ceremonies will be offered every 10 minutes. Judge Hamrick “Rick” Gnann, Jr. will officiate. $100 donation to the museum is requested. The Davenport House is located on  324 E. State Street in Savannah. Call 912.236.8097 for additional information or visit www.davenporthousemuseum.org

Tie the Knot on Tybee
Tie the Knot on Tybee is a unique and romantic Valentine’s Day tradition on Tybee Island outside Savannah, Georgia. The event is a group wedding ceremony and vow renewal celebration open to the public.

This event takes place on Sunday February 14th, 2010, At the (indoors) Tybee Island – AMERICAN LEGION Post 154. The doors open at 6:00 pm. For more information visit www.tietheknotontybee.com or call 912.786.5319.

And remember, Tybee Island also celebrates Mardi Gras with a festival on February 12-13, 2010, so plan to come early and participate in the fun.

The Luck of the Irish
Weddings and renewing your vows might not be your idea of how to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Maybe the Irish Festival in Savannah is more your cup of tea…or should we say mug of beer? Savannah offers one of the best Irish Festivals around. The 17th Annual Savannah Irish Festival will take place February 12-14, 2010 at the Savannah Civic Center in historic downtown Savannah. Four stages of continuous entertainment bring fun for the entire family throughout the weekend. This is your chance to enjoy the largest Irish Festival in the South with plenty of Irish dancing, Irish music, culture, food and fun. For more information visit www.savannahirish.org or call 912.232.3448