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The Swingin' Medallions have been based out of the Greenwood South Carolina area, since the early 1960's. Their musical roots came from listening to the early rhythm and blues acts. The music most often associated with the band is beach music, frat rock, R&B, or shaggin' music. After a few years of touring colleges from the Carolinas to the Louisiana Bayou, John McElrath took the group to Arthur Smith's Studio in Charlotte North Carolina, to record "Double Shot (of My Baby's Love)". The song became a million seller in 1966, and has been a party classic for college students for decades. "She Drives Me Out Of My Mind" and "Hey, Hey, Baby" were top 40 hits in 1966 and 1967, but "Double Shot" remains the signature song of the Swingin' Medallions.
The members of the Swingin' Medallions have changed over the past thirty years, with John McElrath being the leader and only member to be performing today. The personnel of the band has always included around eight members with at least a four piece horn section. The high energy party style stage performance of the first Medallions has been passed down to the band that performs today. The present Medallions stage show has coined them the name "The Party Band of the South."
Show Times: Sunday 1-4
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Shag Contest

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WTOC’s Sonny Dixon will host The Savannah International Boat Show’s2nd annual shag contest, which will feature live music by “the party band of the South”, The Swingin’ Medallions! The music and dancing will take place on the main entertainment stage outside of the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center overlooking the Savannah River and historic downtown,Sunday, March 8th, 2:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to participate, but due to space restriction the contest will be limited to the first 10 couples to register online. Judging will be the professionals at Savannah Dance Club. 1st place winners will be awarded the GRAND PRIZE:
 

Two night stay at the Mansion on Forsyth Park, a magnificently restored 1888    Victorian mansion set in Savannah’s legendary Historic District.

• Cooking Class for two in their “700 Kitchen Cooking School”

• Two 50 minute massages in their ”Poseidon Spa”

• Breakfast for two in their “700 Drayton Restaurant”, one morning


 

GeeChee Sailing Club


Members of the Savannah-based Geechee Sailing Club will be on hand to provide children of all ages a hands-on orientation to boating terminology and basic water safety aboard an actual sailing vessel-albeit one docked on dry land! Each child will have an opportunity to “captain” the boat and will receive a photograph of themselves at the helm. The program is designed to foster interest in boating while highlighting the significance of safety on the water, especially the importance of always wearing a life jacket.


 

Face Painting with Caryn Brown- Piankhi of Inspired Creations





Adventure Radio Day

Saturday, March 7th 12noon until 5pm.

Local favorite DJ Mike Miller and Adventure Radio will be registering attendees to win the Ultimate Savannah Music Festival Concert Package to include a pair of tickets to the sold out Bonnie Raitt concert, a pair of tickets to a Savannah Music Festival event of the winner’s choice, and Savannah Music Festival CD’s and t-shirts. Attendees will qualify throughout the day with interactive games. Attendees who qualify will receive prizes provided by Adventure Radio and United Distributing. Winner of the Concert Package will be announced approximately 4 pm Saturday afternoon.


 

GA DNR Fishing Simulator


 

Pirate Theme Jump Castle


 

Hook the Future Kids’ Fishing Clinics and free fishing gear given away daily!

kids fishing

KIDS FISHING CLINIC AND PRIZES- TV’s “Hook the Future” star Don Dingman will be hosting the Kids Fishing Clinic throughout the Show. Captain Don has a passion for fishing and a gift for teaching kids! His inspirational clinics will make kids love fishing and want to enjoy time on the water with their families.Not only will kids be fascinated by what Captain Don teaches, but they’ll have the opportunity to take home some amazing prizes as well. Hook the Future will be donating fishing gear and accessories to kids at the Clinic. Learn more about Captain Don and Hook the Future by visiting www.Hookthefuture.com



Adult Fishing Seminars throughout the show


 

Seafood Festival with Rythm Trail-Steel drummer playing Saturday and Sunday 1-5 pm


Steel Drummer playing Margaritaville area of Main Hall Saturday and Sunday, 1pm - 5pm

 

Coast Guard Miami Boating Safety Trailer



2009 Prize List

• One night stay at the Westin, 4 tickets to the show and up to $100.00 for dinner to be used Saturday, March 7th, 2009. Winner will be contacted by Friday, March 6th.
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• $300.00 Visa Gift Card

• $500 Gift Certificate towards an Aluminum Gangway from Wahoo Waterscapes

 

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