Beginning Feb 1

Lectures and exhibitions presented by the Savannah College of Art and Design. For information or to arrange group tours, call (912) 525-7191 or visit www.scadmoa.org.

Wednesday, Feb 1, 7 p.m.

Dr. Walter O. Evans Presents: Lecture, Book Signing for The Walter O. Evans Collection of African American Art, and Personal Tour of the “Dr. Walter O. Evans Collection” Walter O. Evans Center for African American Studies, SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Feb 23, 7 p.m.

Lecture by Fred Wilson. SCAD will honor conceptual artist Fred Wilson, who will discuss his artistic intervention of the Walter O. Evans Collection of African American Art at the SCAD Museum of Art, display begins Feb. 21. Trustees Theater, 215 E. Broughton St.

Feb 2

Ballethnic Dance Company of Atlanta presents workshops for students and athletes at selected schools and locations. Presented in part by Gulfstream Aerospace, Target and the Athletics Department at Savannah State University.

Feb 3, 11 a.m.

Saturday, Feb 4, 11:30 a.m.

Opening Celebration at the African-American Monument & Memorial Walk. Sponsored in part by Savannah Riverfront Association and Lester’s Florist. Meet at Rousakis Plaza on River Street.

Friday, Feb. 10, 6:35 p.m.

Y.E.S. Youth Entertainment Showcase includes a’cappella, mime, rap and song in an extraordinary evening of brilliant sound and movement. Presented in part by the Savannah State University Foundation, celebrating its 40th anniversary. Youth desiring to participate should go to www.savannahblackheritagefestival for information and submission guidelines, or call Patricia Harris, 912-354-6944; or Ricky Temple, Jr., 912-596- 8343. King-Frazier, the Savannah Ballroom at Savannah State

Photo by Kris Roberts Thursday, Feb 16, 6:30 p.m.

Annual W. W. Law Lecture by Dr. Dorothy Cotton, former education director for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) under the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and retired Cornell University administrator. Presented in part by the Telfair Museums and Georgia Humanities Council. Jepson Center for the Arts, Neises Auditorium, 207 W. York St.

Friday, Feb 3, 7:30 p.m.

The Savannah Black Heritage Festival presents the Ballethnic Dance Company The 2012 Black Heritage Festival Honorees -- Dr. Otis Johnson, Dr. Walter O. Evans, and posthumously John Saxon Pierce and Janie Fowles -- will be presented prior to the performance, which is funded in part by Gulfstream Aerospace and Target. Seating is limited; free general admission ticket required. Unclaimed seats will be given to waiting patrons 10 minutes prior to curtain call. For ticket information, visit www.savannahblackheritagefestival.com or call 912-358-4309. Savannah Civic Center, Johnny Mercer Theater, 301 Oglethorpe

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Feb 2–29

Live Oak Public Libraries Black History Month observance in partnership with the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Visit www.liveoakpl.org for full schedule and branch locations.

Wednesday-Friday,Feb 8, 10;am Wednesday, Feb 15, 6 p.m.

“Crossing in Saint Augustine,” a film documentary. Feb. 8 and 10 at selected high schools; Feb. 15 at Savannah State University, Jordan Building auditorium.

Wednesday, Feb 8, 8 p.m.

The SSU Players by the Sea presents August Wilson’s “Jitney. Admission is free for this special performance for the Black Heritage Festival; reservations required: call 912-358-3190. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; unclaimed reserved tickets will be released to waiting patrons ten minutes prior to curtain call. Savannah State University, J. F. Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre.

Feb 9, 6 p.m.

Telfair's Friends of African American Arts (FAAA) Discussion Panel/Video Exhibition highlighting the African art of Don Kole. A reception will follow the presentation. Jepson Center for the Arts, Neises Auditorium, 207 W. York St.

Sunday, Feb 12, 5 p.m.

Annual Gospel Concert featuring Lucinda Moore of “ Blessed, Broken and Given” acclaim and opening performances by the SSU Wesleyan Gospel Choir, the AASU Gospel Choir and St. John Baptist Church Choir. Presented in part by Joy 100 FM Radio and LifeLink of Georgia. St. John Baptist Church, 522-28 Hartridge St.

Feb 18, 2 p.m.

"Dem Fish, Dey's Biting" - The Fourth Annual Festival "Gathering, " featuring storytelling, demonstrations and recipe tastings focusing on families and descendants of African Americans in the fisheries along the Georgia coast. Presented by the SSU-NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration) African American Oral History Project. Call

Feb 18, 7 p.m.

“Ira Aldridge – The African Roscius,” presented in part by Armstrong Atlantic State University and the Savannah State University Department of Fine Arts . AASU Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St.

Sunday, Feb 5, 3–5 p.m.

Opening Reception and Visual Arts Exhibition for “Journeys, Passages and Transitions“ featuring works by women of the National Alliance of Artists from Historical Black Colleges and Universities, Presented in part by the King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation/Beach Institute. For information and tour arrangements, call 912-234-8000. Beach Institute African- American Cultural Center, 502 E. Harris St.

Thursday, Feb 9, 10:30 a.m. ~ Friday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.

"Step Chill'n Still Stepp'n" - A two-day interactive workshop at an elementary school.

Wednesday, Feb 8, 6:30 p.m.

11th Annual New Beginnings Art Exhibit Opening & Reception Sponsored by the Savannah Chapter of The Links, Inc. Feb. 8- 28 at Gallery S.P.A.C.E., 9 West Henry St. From March 5-31, the exhibition will move to the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport’s Art Gallery.

Feb 9 - Documentary at selected high schools Wednesday, Feb 15, 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., SSU

“At the River I Stand,” a film documentary that recounts the two months leading to Martin Luther King Jr.'s death in 1968, coinciding with the 65-day strike of 1,300 Memphis sanitation workers. Presented by the Savannah Regional Central Labor Council in collaboration with the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at SSU

Friday, Friday, Feb 10

23rd National African-American Read-In kicks off on WHCJFM 90.3, the voice of SSU, in conjunction with the SSU Department of Liberal Arts; Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Savannah Chapter; and the Chatham Association of Retired Educators. Radio broadcast and streaming, 8 a.m - 5 p.m; readings in schools and community centers arranged by sponsors throughout the month.

Friday, Friday, Feb 10

Savannah Sewing Academy Retreat 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Introduction to Sewing & Garment Industry Seminar. Meet and greet James Lee "Gentleman Jim" McFarland, a master tailor, pattern maker, designer, sewing instructor and clothing manufacturer active in the garment industry since 1961. 6 – 10 p.m. "Sister's Gathering" - "AValentine's Pamper Me and Pajama Party. For information, reservations and associated fees, contact Arlesia Hill at arlesia@savsew.com or 912-480-0282. Both activities sponsored by the Savannah Sewing Academy,

Sunday, Feb 13, 7 p.m.

For Lovers of Jazz – A Valentine’s Concert featuring Savannah native Stan Wilkerson and Company. Presented in part by the Jewish Educational Alliance. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.

Friday, Feb 17, 10 a.m.

Dr. Dorothy Cotton will conduct a student forum at Savannah State University. Presented in part by the SSU Center for Leadership Lecture Series and Georgia Humanities Council. King-Frazier, Savannah Ballroom

Feb 19, 5 p.m.

How I Got Over: Remembering Our Stories of Faith, Resistance and Freedom by master Storyteller Lillian Grant-Baptiste and the historical Second African Baptist “Inspirational Voices” Choir. Presented in part by Second African Baptist Church. Second African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St.

Feb 21, 6:30 p.m.

The Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Welcomes Open Mic with Sistah “V” -- presented in part by the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum at the William Scarbrough House, 41 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Feb 23, 6:30 p.m.

“Uneven Fairways,” a film documentary chronicling the stories of African-American golfers who faced discrimination; includes an appearance by Jim Thorpe. Location TBA

Feb 24

10 a.m. “Uneven Fairways” with special appearance by Jim Thorpe. Savannah State University, New Student Union Building. 3-6 pm.Adult Golf Clinic and Reception with Jim Thorpe; call 912-238-7108 for information and reservations. The Club at Savannah Harbor, Resort Drive, Hutchinson Island.

Feb 25, Time TBA

Youth Golf Clinic with Jim Thorpe for school children, members of The First Tee of Savannah and the general public; includes viewing and discussion of the documentary, “Uneven Fairways.” Call 912-238-7108 for information and reservations. Mary Calder Golf Club.

Historic Tour

“The Footprints of Savannah Walking Tour” Discounted tickets available. Call 912-695-3872 or visit: http://footprintsofsavannah.com *Events, dates, times, performers and/or locations are subject to change. For updated information, call 912-358-4309 or check the website: www.savannahblackheritagefestival.com .