(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES, April 4, 2016

The Sgt John Cain Comeback Charity Challenge 5k is set for Friday evening, April 8th at 6:30 pm at JF Gregory Park
https://carriagetradepr.com/sgt-john-cain-comeback-charity-challenge-5k-set-friday-evening-april-8th-630-pm-jf-gregory-park/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Marjorie Young will present the workshop, “Strategies to Boost Your Professional Reputation,” during the 2016 GAWDA (Gases and Welding Distributors Association) Spring Management Conference on Monday, April 4 in Savannah at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. For event information,  https://www.facebook.com/WomenOfGasesWelding/?fref=nf

(SAVANNAH, GA) On Tuesday, April 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Kevin Klinkenberg will talk about “Going Old School: Walk your way to better health” as the first of four lectures in the Encourage Health Educational Series for 2016. Klinkenberg will discuss how to make walking a part of our everyday routine. For more information visit:http://carriagetradepr.com/kevin-klinkenberg-speak-upcoming-encourage-health-lecture-series/ or to RSVP: http://healthysavannah.org/dates-for-2016-encourage-health-series/

(STATESBORO, GA) 28 students from Leadership Southeast Georgia visited Bulloch County Schools; Ogeechee Technical College and Georgia Southern University on a recent visit to Statesboro, GA. For more information, visit https://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2016/03/25/leadership-southeast-georgia-visited-bullock-county/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Low Country Dermatology introduces Howington Skin Care, a unique product line designed to treat a variety of skin types and conditions featuring 15 new skin care solutions, including acne treatments, anti-aging products, sun screens and moisturizers. Learn more: http://lcderm.com

(MASHABLE) Here’s How To Turn On Post Notifications On Instagram
http://mashable.com/2016/03/28/instagram-post-notifications-how-to/?utm_cid=mash-prod-nav-sub-st#nk._xtaD2iqd

(LOWCOUNTRY DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY) John and Candy Bogardus started the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society in 2006; LDSS has grown to support families in 8 different counties. For more information, visit www.ldssga.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Breaking Barriers: Exploring Personal Samskaras with Nikki Myers April 8-10.  Codependence has been described as ‘the addiction to look elsewhere.’ It’s the belief that something outside of ourselves; people, places, things, behaviors or experiences, can give us fulfillment and joy.  Join us during this workshop to learn how yoga can break the barriers of addiction.  Full details at www.savannahyoga.com/workshops

(SAVANNAH, GA) The third annual “Movement in the Park” Health and Wellness Fair will be held on Sunday, May 15 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. in Forsyth Park. Sponsored by Dawn Baker and Fleet Feet Savannah, the event will have a Dawning of a Miracle Mile walk/run, Zumba, yoga, vendors, and refreshments. Proceeds from this event will benefit Dawn Baker’s scholarship, “The Dawning of a Miracle Scholarship” which is a $1,000 grant awarded to a college-bound graduating female with a chronic/life-threatening illness or a senior who has succeeded in spite of adversity. http://www.dawnbakeronline.com/index.php?id=30

(DEWITT TILTON GROUP) The Dewitt Tilton Group ensures faster and safer construction by managing every aspect of a clients project, from pre-construction through completion.  The firm brings their financial strength, industry relationships and outstanding reputation to work on every project. For more information, visit www.dewitttiltongroup.com

(PARK PLACE OUTREACH – YOUTH EMERGENCY SHELTER) This Savannah emergency shelter strives to help at risk youth escape a life of crime to become good and productive citizens of the city. For more information, visit parkplaceyes.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Register now for Camp Aloha, a camp for Grieving Children ages 6 – 17 who have experienced the death of a loved one within the last 24 months. This overnight camp organized by not-for-profit Hospice Savannah’s Full Circle bereavement staff and volunteers will be held April 29 – May 1 at the New Ebenezer Retreat Center. www.HospiceSavannah.org/CampAloha 912.303.9442.  $25 registration fee which can be waived if a scholarship is needed. For more information, to view videos from prior camps, or to register your child, please visit www.HospiceSavannah.org/CampAloha

(SAVANNAH, GA) Lead Actor, David DeSanctis will be present for a special screening of “Where Hope Grows” on Wednesday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Savannah Arts Academy located at 500 Washington Ave, Savannah, Ga. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for a chance to get a signed copy of “Where Hope Grows” from DeSanctis. The movie will last 96 minutes and afterward, DeScantis and his parents will hold a 30 minute question and answer session. Premiering in theaters last year, “Where Hope Grows” is about a baseball player whose professional career was cut short due to his personal problems and is suddenly awakened and invigorated by a young-man with Down syndrome who works at the local grocery store. For more information, Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=tN7TlwduYsM

(FORBES) If You Want To Win, Think Like A Winner
http://www.forbes.com/sites/garrettgunderson/2016/03/30/if-you-want-to-win-think-like-a-winner/#4f2e92975726

(SAVANNAH, GA) The American Diabetes Association is hosting their largest fundraising event of the year – the 4th Annual Lawyers Guns & Money Sporting Clays Tournament. The event will start May 21 at 2 p.m. and be held at the Forest City Gun Club located at 9203 Ferguson Ave, Savannah, GA. The after party will begin at 6 p.m. and include BBQ, bourbon tasting, silent auction and live music by Connellis and The Train Wrecks Band. For more information, visit http://main.diabetes.org/site/Calendar?id=51315&view=Detail&utm_source=Offline&utm_medium=Print&utm_content=savannahkap2016&utm_campaign=EVENT&s_src=vanity&s_subsrc=savannahkap2016

(SAVANNAH, GA) Don’t miss the opportunity to meet painter Randy Akers  and sculptor Fran Kaminsky  during their opening artists’ reception on Thursday, April 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery located at 1352 Eisenhower Drive. Their work will be displayed through June 30 and a portion of proceeds will go toward supporting Hospice Savannah and funding extra programs and services that are not covered by insurance. For more information, visit http://www.hospicesavannah.org/hospice-savannah-art-gallery/

(SAVANNAH, GA) RSVP for May 4, 2016 THE STATE OF SMALL BUSINESS in Chatham, CO. Event is FREE but you must RSVP: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event llr=anwty5eab&oeidk=a07ecbseenif6cafe3a

(SAVANNAH, GA) Five of Savannah SCORE’s senior business mentors present the Business Launch Pad seminar to be held Saturday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at SBA and SCORE office at 111 East Liberty St. The event costs $30 and includes a light lunch and beverages that will be provided. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to receive essential, practical information on how to start and operate a successful business. For more information and topics that will be covered, visit https://savannah.score.org/localworkshops/business-launchpad-0

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Humane Society for Greater Savannah is dangerously low on Purina brand adult dog food. The shelter is full and going through food very quickly. A bag of Purina brand adult dog food or liquid dish detergent would mean the world to the pets in their care. The Humane Society for Greater Savannah is located at 7215 Sallie Mood Drive. To make a donation or to find more information, visit http://www.humanesocietysav.org/donate/#wish

(SAVANNAH, GA) When university classes and books just aren’t enough to jumpstart you on your next adventure, consider getting a mentor. Darius Foroux and Motto: Words to Live By, have done the work for you and compiled a list of the 7 tips for finding a mentor. For more information and advice on your next steps, visit http://motto.time.com/4266853/tips-finding-mentor/?xid=newsletter-brief

(INC) 10 Cool Gadgets to Help You Stay Focused
http://www.inc.com/aj-agrawal/10-gadgets-to-help-you-stay-focused-on-the-task-at-hand.html

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Good Scout Service Luncheon to benefit Boy Scout programs throughout southeastern Georgia is scheduled for Thursday, April 7, 2016 from 11:45am-1:00pm at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum . This luncheon honors individuals who have helped contribute to the success of the youth in our service area.  Mayor Eddie DeLoach will be the ‘Good Scout’ honoree and Mr. Tom James will be honored as the ‘Outstanding Eagle.’ Register now by calling Angela Phillips at the Coastal Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America at 912-927-7272, ext. 204 or email her at Angela.Phillips@Scouting.org.  https://coastalgeorgiabsa.doubleknot.com/event/1884157

(SAVANNAH, GA) Chusettes is a male, husky-yellow lab mix currently living at Coastal Pet Rescue. He is 2 years old and good with dogs and children. To view Chusettes and all other pets available for adoption, visit: http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2016-d-100-chusettes/

Thanks for taking the time to read this message in its entirety. SCORE has partnered with the Small Business Institute at Armstrong State University to develop the 1st Annual State of Small of Small Business Survey. The results of this survey will help to inform business owners, policymakers and educators about the state of the small business sector in the Savannah area.

Your effort in completing the survey will greatly add to the value of this project. This voluntary survey will take about 12 minutes to complete and all of your responses will remain anonymous  unless you specifically provide the identity of your business.

To complete the survey please click the following link and follow the directions on the page:https://www.armstrong.edu/SmallBusinessSurvey