July 21: Ronald McDonald performance - The Richmond Hill Public Library presents this Summer Reading Program event, featuring the well-known McDonald’s character. Ronald will entertain children of all ages with his own special brand of magic. The program is free, and will take place from 2-3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Richmond Hill. Please call the library at 756-3580 for details.
Story Time at the Roundhouse Railroad Museum - Bring the kids to the Roundhouse Railroad Museum (601 W. Harris St., Savannah) for a day of summertime stories and related crafts. Story time begins at 2:30 p.m., and costs $4 per child with regular adult admission. To learn more, visit www.chsgeorgia.org or call 651-6823.
Free concert in Johnson Square - Check out the stylings of pianist Eddie Wilson in this installment of the popular outdoor concert series. Wilson “has gotten a lot of attention over the years for his explosive, energetic piano and intense vocals.” Show will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Savannah’s Johnson Square. Visit www.eddiewilson.com for details.
July 22: Piano Concert - Marla Morris, pianist and composer, will perform at the Telfair Academy (121 Barnard St., Savannah). Show will begin at 5 p.m., and is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit www.telfair.org.
July 23: Jim Pace at Molly MacPherson’s - Jim Pace, a locally-based guitarist and vocalist, will perform at Molly MacPherson’s in Richmond Hill (3742 S. Hwy. 17). Enjoy the pub’s Scottish fare, libations and relaxed atmosphere as you take in the music. Show will begin around 9:30 p.m. Please call 459-9600 for details.
Let’s Dance, Savannah! - Head over to the Center Court at Savannah Mall for this fun event, featuring free dance demonstrations and classes along with healthy snacks, blood pressure screenings and more. The festivities are free and open to the public, and will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call 484-1885 for more information.
Free concert in Johnson Square - In the very last of these free performances for the season, local blues-rock group Bottles n’ Cans takes the stage. Experience the outdoor show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Savannah’s oldest square, located downtown on Bull Street, just south of Bay Street. Go to www.savannahga.gov/arts to learn more.
July 24: Blackwater Paddle - Explore Georgia’s coastal environment during a guided canoe ride with a Wilderness Southeast naturalist. You’ll discover many of the plant and animal species of our area. Tour leaves at 8:30 a.m., and costs $45 per person (price includes boat and instruction). Advanced reservations are required. Visit www.wilderness-southeast.org or call 236-8115 for reservations and additional information.
July 25: Battle of the Choirs - SCAD’s Trustees Theatre (216 E. Broughton St., Savannah) will host a gospel concert showcase featuring 10 church choirs competing for cash prizes. Tickets cost $20 in advance. To purchase tickets and find out more, please visit www.scadboxoffice.com or call 525-5050.