April 16, 2026
I brought my Keuring along so I had good coffee first thing in the morning. The plan for today is to take a carriage ride around Savannah. We had taken the trolley tour the last couple of times here. First in 2016 and then again in 2022. Then after the carriage ride we would wonder The City Market area, shop for our replacement Christmas ornament and then rest and shower before the main event this evening.
We caught the carriage at 10:00. It was more like a group wagon ride as the wagon held 12 people. The tour took about an hour. It was not spectacular but nice. Nancy chose the ride as several people had recommended it and rated it very highly. As it turned out the walk from the motel to the ride was about 4 blocks. Our other activities were within a 2 block radius of the ride. Simple and close.
After the less than impressive ride, we visited the Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum. It was a very interesting place. At the end of the tour, I opted to taste a pirate libation. I had the Pirate Grog. It was made with white rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grapefruit juice, honey and salt. Man it was delicious. After the museum we headed to the gift shop. Christmas of 2024 we had all of our decorations in a large plastic tote. The tote was sitting on top of our propane stove. Nancy got chilled so turned on the stove. However, the tote was not moved. Can you see where this is headed? Our Savannah ornament, as well as a few others, were melted in the process. So by being in Savannah we had to find a replacement. That was Nancy’s plan, we were in Savannah to replace the ornament.
After securing our replacement and walking the Market a little we decided it was time for lunch. Our carriage driver had raved about a place that we passed on our tour. We walked the 6 blocks and found the Wright Square Bistro. Very good suggestion. The food was good and plentiful. After lunch we walked the several blocks back to our motel. Nancy had been looking to replace some of her T-shirts that we got on our Bucket List Tour. Along the way she found a T-shirt she liked so we had to stop and get it.
Nancy had arranged a cab ride to our evening’s adventure. We had to be ready to leave by 4:00. I had no idea where we were going or what was going on until we pulled into the parking lot of William Grayson Stadium. This is the home of the Savannah Bananas.
The back story is that last fall, Nancy and I both put in for the Savannah Bananas ticket lottery. We both received letters that we were not chosen. However, there was an option for Stand By. I chose tickets for Chapel Hill. She put in for Savannah. About a month ago she received an email offering her a second chance for tickets. Hence, we are here.
When we arrived at the stadium, she handed me a shirt that I changed into in the parking lot. It was an Indianapolis Clowns shirt. The schedule is, the gates to get into the stadium plaza will open at 4:30. Everyone has to go through a metal detector and items have to be in a clear bag. Then at 5:30 the lines are open to get into the actual stadium. Somewhere around 7:00 the 2 hour clock starts. During the waiting time, in the plaza, you can get your food and drink. It is included in your ticket price. You have a choice of hamburger, hot dog, or chicken sandwich, potato chips, a cookie, water and Coke products. There is no limit. If you want other items like chili fries or a beer, etc. they are available but you must be able to buy them with a card. No cash. Also the waiting time is passed watching various performances. First you have the Young Professor and Princess Potasia as host and hostess. Then you have the Banana Band, the Banana Nanas (a group of 60 -70 year old dancers) and the Dad Bod Squad. Not real sure how to describe these guys. Always something going on. Sometimes multiple things going on depending on which way you look. Tonight’s opponent is the Indianapolis Clowns. The history of the team name is very interesting. In the 40s and 50s the Clowns played in the Negro League and put on shows in addition to playing ball. They were the Globetrotters of baseball. Hank Aaron played with them before going to the majors. Also, Goose, from the Globetrotters played baseball with the Indians as well. Check out this video. History of Indianapolis Clowns.
Our tickets are for the Picnic Area. It is an area just off third base that is considered standing room only. Nancy did a lot of research. There are some plastic Adirondack chairs in the area as well as several picnic tables. She put herself into a position to make sure she could get to a picnic table for us. We shared our table with two other couples. It was a blast. Plus there was a humongous screen in centerfield to give you a TV look. It was a great night. We opted not to stay around for the after party. That is where the players and umpires and the whole organization comes out to mingle and talk with the crowd and sign autographs and pose for pictures. They stay until each fan has their time It is definitely a Fans First experience!
Here is the link to our game from YouTube. We are in the Picnic Area on the 3rd base side. We are sitting at a picnic table, 2 rows from the field. They televise all their games that way.
Indianapolis Clowns vs. Savannah Bananas
After the game, Nancy contacted the cab driver, Craig, and he picked us up and took us back to our motel. Awesome night. I was very surprised!! (She is such an awesome wife LOL< NH)
