Hey, artists! Get professional advice from skirt! photographer M.A. Mueller and gallery owner Deanna Bowdish at Developing Your Portfolio, a free workshop part of the Get Your Art Out campaign sponsored by the Arts Council of Beaufort County. 6-8pm, 1111 Boundary St., Beaufort. RSVPs appreciated: 843.379.2787 or beaufortcountyarts.com/gyao.

The iconoclastic dance company Momix bends it way into town with its stunning combination of choreography, acrobatics and art. ArtsCenter of Coastal Carolina, HHI. Tickets: $55. 843.842.2787 or artshhi.org.

The women of the Palmetto Quilt Guild will have you in stitches with their original designs, colorful fabrics and fantastic stories at the Hilton Head Quilt Festival. Over 150 quilts will be on display along with other handmade wares and consignment gems. 10am-5pm. Admission: $5. 20 Pope Ave., HHI. 843.681.8077 or carolhhp@yahoo.com.

The women of the Palmetto Quilt Guild will have you in stitches with their original designs, colorful fabrics and fantastic stories at the Hilton Head Quilt Festival. Over 150 quilts will be on display along with other handmade wares and consignment gems. 10am-5pm. Admission: $5. 20 Pope Ave., HHI. 843.681.8077 or carolhhp@yahoo.com.

Can you canoe? Got a kayak on your roofrack? Everyone is eligible for the paddle races of River Quest 2008, featuring 3- and7.4 mile courses. Or, just stay on dry land and cheer on the competitors! Entry fee: $20-$40 benefits Special Olympics. Register at 8am at Beaufort’s DowntownWaterfrontPark,

The AASU Masquers theater troupe presents Ntozake Shange’s 1975 award-winning lyrical and powerful call to self-realization and independence, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf. Because of its mature content, this production is not recommended for children. 7:30pm Th, Fri, Sat; 3pm Sunday. Tickets: $10; advance ticket purchase is highly advised. Masquers Chinese

The AASU Masquers theater troupe presents Ntozake Shange’s 1975 award-winning lyrical and powerful call to self-realization and independence, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf. Because of its mature content, this production is not recommended for children. 7:30pm Th, Fri, Sat; 3pm Sunday. Tickets: $10; advance ticket purchase is highly advised. Masquers Chinese

Artist Peggy Duncan presents The Lowcountry from My Rearview Mirror, her latest collection of paintings that capture the serene spirit of the landscapes’ untouched places. Reception: 5:30-9pm; exhibit on display through April 18 at the Charles Street Gallery, Beaufort. 843.521.9054 or thecharlesstreetgallery.com.

Sure, they’re all dudes, but how can we pass up a band called the Modern Skirts? The Athens-based rootsrock quartet plays at the Savannah Music Festival at midnight tonight. $10, CharlesH.MorrisCenter (corner of EastBay

The AASU Masquers theater troupe presents Ntozake Shange’s 1975 award-winning lyrical and powerful call to self-realization and independence, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf. Because of its mature content, this production is not recommended for children. 7:30pm Th, Fri, Sat; 3pm Sunday. Tickets: $10; advance ticket purchase is highly advised. Masquers Chinese

It’s shear delight at Oatland Island’s Sheep to Shawl Festival, where animals get haircuts and humans learn hands-on about carding, spinning and weaving the shorn wool into usable forms. Enjoy the spring weather with hay rides, soap-making demonstrations and walks along the Native Animal Native Trail with admission. 10am-4pm. $5 adults/$3 children, seniors and military. 912.898.3980 or oatlandisland.org.

The AASU Masquers theater troupe presents Ntozake Shange’s 1975 award-winning lyrical and powerful call to self-realization and independence, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf. Because of its mature content, this production is not recommended for children. 7:30pm Th, Fri, Sat; 3pm Sunday. Tickets: $10; advance ticket purchase is highly advised. Masquers Chinese

Join forces with ZONTA and HOLA to raise awareness about the insidious crime of sex trafficking and its global and local effects. The day begins with a free interactive seminar, “Combat Human Trafficking in Savannah, Georgia.” Later in the evening, watch a free screening of the film “TRADE,” starring Kevin Kline, Cesar Ramos and Kate de Castillo and based on the investigative journalism story. Seminar: 1:30pm-4pm. Film: 7pm. Both events are free and take place at the Armstrong Center, 13040 Abercorn St. For info, contact ZONTA at 912.232.1817 or HOLA at 912.921.7337.

Calling all business-minded ladies: If you’ve been thinking about going back to school for your Masters’ of Business Administration, this elegant evening is bringing sexy back to the MBA. Hosted by highly respected Georgia Southern University, the event’s intention is to provide all the information necessary to show professional women how to earn an advanced degree from an attentive, accredited program right here in Savannah. Featuring sumptuous hors d’oeuvres

Be inspired to live an environmentally-friendlier life at this year’s green-themed Savannah Garden & Antiques Expo, featuring demonstrations of cooking with organic foods, draught-resistant landscaping, caring for oak trees and creating edible centerpieces, plus a garden wine-tasting event and self-guided tours of

Be inspired to live an environmentally-friendlier life at this year’s green-themed Savannah Garden & Antiques Expo, featuring demonstrations of cooking with organic foods, draught-resistant landscaping, caring for oak trees and creating edible centerpieces, plus a garden wine-tasting event and self-guided tours of

Be inspired to live an environmentally-friendlier life at this year’s green-themed Savannah Garden & Antiques Expo, featuring demonstrations of cooking with organic foods, draught-resistant landscaping, caring for oak trees and creating edible centerpieces, plus a garden wine-tasting event and self-guided tours of

Internationally-renowned actress, dancer, choreographer, producer and author Debbie Allen takes part in the Beach Institute Lecture Series as she discusses her experience making the movie Amistad and its connection to local African American history. 3pm, FirstAfricanBaptistChurch,

Breathe deep with Charleston

The young ballerinas of the Academy of Dance present everyone’s favorite flying nanny, Mary Poppins. Two performances, 2pm and 5pm, at the Trustee’s Theater, 216 E. Broughton St., Savannah. $18 adults/$10 children. 912.525.5050.