Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Community events!

AUG. 3

Transcendent Man:
Live With Ray Kurzweil

8 p.m. Aug. 3, Regal Savannah Stadium 10, 1132 Shawnee St. Futurist Ray Kurzweil discusses his theory that technology is advancing so quickly that mankind will not be able to keep up unless we merge with the machines we are creating. Cost: $15. For information, call 912-961-1535.

The Learning Center
Lecture Series

Noon-1 p.m. Aug. 3, Senior Citizens Inc, 3025 Bull St. “Helen Hayes: A Personal Perspective of the First Lady of the American Theatre” by Debbie Hornsby. Cost: $10; $5 members; additional $5 for lunch. Advanced registration is required. For information, call 912-236-0363 or go seniorcitizens-inc.org.

Psychotronic Film Night:
“To My Great Chagrin: The Story of Brother Theodore” (2007, USA)

8 p.m. Aug. 3, The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. This documentary features rare clips of “Brother” Theodore Gottleib from throughout his career including exclusive footage shot near the end of his life and candid interviews with his friends and fans. Note: After the film, we’ll screen a handful of rare clips of Brother Theodore on live TV throughout the years. Cost: $6. For information, call 912-232-4447 or go to http://www.sentientbean.com/.
AUG. 4

The Electric Daisy Carnival Event
9 p.m. Aug. 4, Regal Savannah Stadium 10, 1132 Shawnee St. NCM Fathom and Insomniac Events present this documentary on the most prestigious electronic music festival that feature an all-star line-up of the most popular DJs in the world featuring Will.i.am, Moby, Kaskade, Duck Sauce and others. Tickets: $15. For information, call 912-961-1535.

GPS & Chart Plotting Seminar
6:30-10pm. Aug. 4, Southside Fire Department Station, 2009 Grove Point Road. If you plan to attend, please let us know in advance what kind of GPS and chart plotter you have or want to learn how to use. Cost: Free for Summer ABC students and squadron members; $10 for nonmembers. This course is taught by Tybee Light Sail & Power Squadron volunteers. For information, call 912-368-2400 or go to usps.org/localusps/tybee.

Sea Turtle Release
1-3 p.m. Aug. 4, Tybee Pier, 1401 Strand Ave, Tybee Island. The Burton 4H center will be releasing its loggerhead sea turtle named Clover who is now large enough to be released into the Atlantic Ocean. Tables will be set up with information about sea turtles and other local animals, commemorative T-shirts and totes. Clover will be released at 2 p.m. Free. For information call 912-786-5534 or go to facebook.com and search for “Cruise with Clover.”
AUG. 5

“Seven Brides for Seven Brothers”
7 p.m. Aug. 5-6; 3 p.m. Aug. 7, Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Drive. This musical production showcasing the theatre’s teen cast is the story of seven girls, the seven brothers they love and the seven suitors they’ve left behind. Tickets: $15; $12 students and military. For information call 912-238-9015 or go to savannahchildrenstheatre.org.

Mini Yoga Bootcamp
9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-7:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 6 and 7, Savannah Power Yoga, 7630 Skidaway Road. Join the SPY teachers for a mini bootcamp experience — practice yoga three times a day, meditate and explore your personal power. Bring healthy snacks, water, a journal and pen. Cost: $175. For information, call 912-349-2756 or go to savannahpoweryoga.com.

“First Friday for Folk Music”
7:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 5, First Presbyterian Church, 520 E. Washington Ave. Sponsored by the Savannah Folk Music Society, this smoke-free, alcohol-free and family-friendly event will feature fourteen new “art guitars” to be auctioned. Barry Brogan, Florida’s great guitarist, and singer/songwriter Lee Tyler Post will perform. Cost: $2 donation. For information, call 912-786-6953 or go to savannahfolk.org.

Disney’s “Camp Rock”
7 p.m. Aug. 5, 3 p.m. Aug. 6-7, Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive. Tickets: $15; $12 students and military. For information, call 912-238-9015 or go to savannahchildrenstheatre.org.

Savannah Laughs Comedy Show
8 p.m. Aug. 5, The Bay Street Theatre, 1 Jefferson St. Derrick Tennant and local comedians will perform at the one-night-only event. Tickets: $10; $20 VIP. For information, call 404-784-6587, email derrick@leftarmcomedy.com or go to savannahlaughs.com.

AUG. 6

First Saturday on the River
9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Aug. 6, River St. The arts and crafts festival features artists from around the region. There also will be entertainment and fun for the entire family. Free. For information, go to riverstreetsavannah.com/events.

SMASH Volleyball Tournament
9 a.m. Aug. 6, Tybee Island Memorial Park Sand Court, 202 5th St. Co-ed teams of two will play Round Robin Pool Play format. Teams must include one female player. Players need to arrive at 8 a.m. for orientation. Cost: $30/team. All proceeds will benefit the Priceless Gifts Campaign, which supports the YMCA’s financial assistance program. For information and to register, call 912-786-9622 or go to ymcaofcoastalga.org.

iPhone For Beginners Smartphone Workshop
1-3 p.m. Aug. 6; 3-5 p.m. Aug. 27, Armstrong Center, 13040 Abercorn St. T-Squared is a team of technology professionals that conducts classes to train people who want to get the most out of their smartphones. Cost: $50. For information, call 904-257-5797 or go to learnphones.com.

Coastal Bicycle Touring Club Rincon Ride
9 a.m. Aug. 6, Kroger Shopping Center, 5633 Ga. 21, Rincon. Join CBTC on a 26- or 30-mile bicycle ride in Effingham County. Bike helmet required. For information, call Ed Jewell at 912-826-3657 or go to cbtc.org.