Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 18
Savannah hosts 8th Annual Georgia Color Plein Air Competition
Thirty Georgia-based artists have been invited to gather in Savannah for a plethora of workshops, receptions, and competitions this week! The 8th Annual Georgia Color Competition focuses on plein air (outdoor) painting, and all completed work will be displayed at the Exhibition Gallery, open Tuesday through Sunday, located at 2123 East Victory Drive.
There is a ticketed artist welcome reception on Wednesday evening at the Gallery from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; a plein air painting day on Skidaway Island on Thursday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and an exhibition on the Village Green (hosted by the Landings Art Association) from noon to 2 p.m.; a free evening reception at the Gallery for Ossabaw Island lovers on Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; a PaintQuick
competition (a strictly timed window in which to paint) open to any community artist on Friday at Ellis Square from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.; a free evening reception at the Gallery for supporters of the Savannah Book Festival on Friday from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; a ticketed artist awards and collectors’ celebration on Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gallery; and a judges’ panel discussion on Sunday at 2:15 p.m. with a closing toast at 3:45 p.m. This year’s judges are Joe Bush, Peter E. Roberts, and Beth Logan.
Don’t miss the many free artist talks and demonstrations each day in the Exhibition Gallery. The full schedule, lots more information, plus links to the ticketed events can be found under Georgia Color Plein Air at www.olmstedartsinc.org
Wednesday, Oct. 14 & Thursday, Oct. 15
Two-Day Harvesting Careers event aims to help residents find work
Get ready to grow your career! Join Step Up Savannah, EOA Savannah and the Moses Jackson Advancement Center for Harvesting Careers, two days of career preparation, networking, and employment opportunities. On Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Moses Jackson Advancement Center (1410-B Richards Street) attend workforce readiness workshops covering such topics as interview preparation and professional communication; how to answer common interview questions; dress for success; and resume and job-search tips. On Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grant Center Gym (122 West Street) attend a community job fair to meet hiring employers offering full-time, part-time, and apprenticeship positions. Second-chance employers will also be in attendance to connect with job seekers. These events are open to all. Whether you are beginning your career, reentering the workforce, or looking for you next opportunity, Harvesting Careers wants to help you take the next step.
Thursday, Oct. 15
Lecture highlights effort to preserve historic home on Ossabaw Island
How do you preserve a 100-year-old historic home on a remote barrier island that is only accessible by boat? Join Historic Savannah Foundation for the next installment of their popular lecture series featuring Ossabaw Island Foundation Executive Director Elizabeth DuBose. Throughout her engaging lecture ,she will share how a special partnership between the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and The Ossabaw Island Foundation is ensuring the Torrey-West Home will continue to serve educational, cultural, and scientific programs for generations to come. Tickets are free for Historic Savannah Foundation members, $15 per person for non-members and available for purchase at myhsf.org/events/lecture-series. Guests are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. before the lecture begins at 6 p.m.
Murray C. Perlman & Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center, 323 East Broughton Street
Friday Oct. 16 through Sunday Oct. 18
Free Savannah Philharmonic concerts planned across the city this weekend
The Savannah Philharmonic has plans to Phil The Neighborhoods with free concerts this weekend! Performances feature a wide variety of musical styles in a relaxed setting – join them on Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Calvary Day School (4625 Waters Avenue); Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Eastern Wharf (101 Port Street); and Sunday at 3 p.m. at Lake Meyer (East Montgomery Crossroads and Sallie Mood Drive). No tickets are required and all are welcome.
Friday, Oct. 16
Intracoastal Playboys bring classic country to Eastern Wharf Concert Series
Pack your lawn chairs or blankets to listen as local favorites, The Intracoastal Playboys, perform on the riverfront stage as part of the Eastern Wharf’s Fall Riverfront Concert Series. The Playboys are a beloved classic country cover band celebrating such golden age legends as Loretta Lynn, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, and George Jones. Limited VIP tickets are available on Eventbrite for $50 and include prime concert viewing with first-come, first-served seating, complimentary snacks, beer and wine. Otherwise, join the fun in the park and visit the food trucks from 520 Wings, Cousins Maine Lobster, Naked Dog, Pie Society, and The Cone Ranger. Drinks will be available for purchase.
7-10 p.m. The Park at Eastern Wharf, 101 Port Street.
Saturday, Oct. 17
Genfest helps Savannah residents discover their family history
Curious about tracing your family roots? Join Live Oak Public Library and the City of Savanah Office of Municipal Archives & History for Genfest and dig into genealogical resources from across the region through information sessions designed to help you trace your family history. Participate in interactive workshops designed to set you on the right path. Spend the day or just pop in and visit the information tables.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Carnegie Library Heritage Center, 537 East Henry Street.
Saturday, Oct. 17
SSU celebrates homecoming with annual parade this Saturday
Celebrate pride, legacy, and Tiger spirit as the Savannah State University’s annual Homecoming Parade kicks off at 9:30 a.m. from East Broad and Liberty Streets before traveling west along Broughton Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Zombie walk through Starland offers family-friendly Halloween fun
Later in the day, participate in a vastly different kind of parade at the Procession of the nonliving, a Zombie Walk through Starland brought to you by Christy Krause and the Humble Hedonists, the nonprofit New-Orleans-style krewe responsible for the Savannah Slithering parade. A zombie-inspired market starts at 3:30 p.m. at Moodright’s (2424 Abercorn Street) with makeup artists on the porch, costume prizes and music by Jared Hall. Then Savannah’s Dead will depart Moodright’s at 6:10 p.m. following a hearse and coffin to Starland Yard where parade participants are invited to an Unburdening Ceremony - writing down something they’d like to leave behind this year and throwing it into the coffin. Get in the mood for Halloween with this creepily awesome but family-friendly event!
This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Free concerts, a homecoming parade and a zombie walk in Savannah
