Note: This thread now includes ALL the planned activities for the Savannah Gathering-- the three big events as well as smaller group activities.
As the interest and enthusiasm grows for Savannah, so do the extra-curricular activities being planned. We have gathered them altogether here in one place, including dates and times, links to the threads, and contact persons. As more activities and events unfold, we will add them to this master list for your ease in finding them.
There are also a number of special activities and festivals going on in Savannah the weekend of our Gathering. See here to see what else is going on!
Thursday, April 3
Pre-Gathering Gathering at "Our Place". The Gathering Steering Committee and The Luberon Experience are hosting an informal wine and cheese party to welcome those arriving early in Savannah. Please RSVP and we'll provide the address later. Contact person: Terry (teaberry) Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Dinner at the Mansion on Forsyth. Artful cuisine at a luxurious Savannah restaurant. Contact person: June (chiaro di luna) Time: 8:00 p.m.
Friday, April 4
Mansion on Forsyth Park Cooking Class. In the luxuriously restored Mansion on Forsyth Park, their chef will host a 3 hour cooking class featuring low country cuisine. Contact person: Leslie Erickson Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Architectural Walking Tour. Enjoy and learn about the unique American architecture that is Savannah, with a private tour guide. Contact person: Kathy (kaydee) Time: 3:00 p.m.
Kickoff Party at the Gingerbread House We'll officially launch the Gathering at the beautiful and unique Gingerbread House in the Victorian District. The evening includes a heavy hors d'oeurves buffet and open bar. (The price is included in the Gathering registration.) Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Saturday, April 5
Slow Golfers in Savannah. Brent Weaver, Leslie Erickson's husband, is organizing a golf outing for all levels of golfers. Contact person: Leslie Erickson Time: around 8:30 a.m.
Pilates class with Wendy. Member Wendy is a Pilates instructor and is leading a slow mat class. Location to be confirmed. Time: tentatively 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Lunch at Paula Deen's Restaurant. Of restaurant and television fame, Paula Deen is based in Savannah, and a lunch to be remembered is being organized. Contact person: MarciaB Time: 12:30 p.m.
Tybee Island and the Crab Shack. An afternoon jaunt about 20 minutes from downtown Savannah, to explore the island and enjoy lunch at the Crab Shack. Contact persons: either Jan (jgk) or Terry (teaberry). Time: to be determined
Fun at the Fort. Our group will gather at Old Fort Jackson, on the banks of the Savannah River about three miles from the Historic District. This evening will hold some special surprises, including music, entertainment and the door prize drawing. Dinner at the Fort features a Low Country Boil and other local specialities, with beer and wine included. We'll travel to the Fort by trolley, with pick-up at several locations in the Historic District. (The price is also included in the Gathering registration.) Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm. Trolley pick-up times/locations will be announced.
Haunted Savannah After-hours Trolley Tour. Spend an eerie evening of chills and thrills, visiting some of Savannah's famous cemeteries and other ghostly haunts. Contact person: Brenda (BGE) Time: 10:00 p.m., leaving from the Fort immediately after Saturday night's venue, and returning to the Historic District after the Tour.
Sunday, April 6
Brunch at Vic's on the River. We'll come together one last time for Sunday brunch at Vic's, an old cotton warehouse in the Historic District, overlooking the Savannah River. (The price is also included in the Gathering registration.) Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
(edited by kaydee to add the three Gathering events and other activities)
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Thanks for this calendar of events, Terry. I'm printing it out for my "Going to Savannah!" binder. This way, I can keep the forgetful portions of my mind in some semblance of remembering.
I'll keep you posted on the Lunch Tea with Jean, as we have more information from her. I've called her this afternoon and she is in meetings 'til later tonight. So, I'll call her then and let you know what we've arranged!
"Never trust a man who, when left alone in a room with a tea cozy, doesn't try it on." ~ Billy Connolly Brenda
Suggestion-- why doesn't one of you who will be in Savannah on Sunday evening start a new thread about the possibility of a group getting together for dinner.
I think it's a great idea! (But unfortunately, we'll be making the long drive home after our Sunday brunch...)
And I know we have to leave before others on Sunday, so would we be able to eat at Vic's on the Waterfront between 10:30 & 11:00 am?
We are planning to have the food available at the very beginning of our time. So, a tentative, yes. (Tentative because we are dealing with a restaurant. I hope they will be wonderful, cooperative and punctual but..)
Is this a drop in event or are people staying from 6-10 pm?
I assume we will all stay at the Fort from 6-10 pm, since some are doing the trolley ride at 10:00 pm. Is that correct?
June, everyone will get to and from The Gingerbread House on their own, and can set their own schedule if they want to come a bit late or leave earlier than 10 pm. From attending a couple of other "big" GTGs, I can tell you that the time goes extremely quickly with so many people to talk to. I expect some people won't be ready to leave at 10 pm!
Old Fort Jackson is a few miles outside of the Historic District, and we are providing transportation to and from by trolley for everyone. (Terry is working on the logistics of this and will have more info later for everyone about where and when to meet for your ride.) Many people will be leaving from the Fort to go directly on the Ghost Tour.
For those going to the Fort by trolley, yes, you need to plan to be there for the full time. If anyone thinks that is too much of a good thing , you'll need to make other arrangements for transportation. If you will NOT be going on the trolley, please let Terry know this ASAP so she can include this in her transportation plans. Also, we do have a program (including door prize drawing) at the Fort, so you may not want to leave early! This will be a very full evening!
We will undoubtedly be driving to the Gingerbread House on Friday evening, probably earlier rather than later. I've just checked with them about parking, and they have a large lot.
We could take two other people, or three if they're a lot skinnier than we are. We're staying at the Sturbridge Suites on E.Bay St. So, it would be especially convenient for someone else staying there, and we'd be happy to have them accompany us.
Ann, how kind of you to make that offer. I am going to start a new thread for ride-sharing to the Gingerbread House, so it will be easier for everyone to find the information.
Wendy, Rob and Sandra, I will also be in Savannah on Sunday and Monday night and would be interested in dining with you.
As for carpooling to the Gingerbread House, I will be staying at the Staybridge or Hampton, which is very close to Staybridge and would appreciate a ride. If not, I'll taxicab it.
That is great. It seems bar-b-q is the leaning for Sunday and I am glad you will be joining us. No matter what we eat, it is most definitely the company.
See you in just a few.
Wendy and Rob
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Did you receive your Big Email about the Gathering? This was sent out a couple of weeks ago, and in it was the address for the pre-Gathering Gathering, in addition to other good stuff, too. Let me know if you didn't get it, and I'll send another Big Email right out to you!
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I too will be in Savannah Monday eve.
, you'll need to make other arrangements for transportation. If you will NOT be going on the trolley, please let Terry know this ASAP so she can include this in her transportation plans. Also, we do have a program (including door prize drawing) at the Fort, so you may not want to leave early! This will be a very full evening!
