COMMUNITY HEADLINES – APRIL 24, 2023

(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the Healthy Savannah team every Tuesday for a #healthywalk or head out to explore a local trail on your own. Join us at 7:30 a.m. on April 25 for a two-mile walk at Lake Mayer, 1850 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Savannah, GA 31406. Just show up. For more information contact Armand.Turner@healthysavannah.org

https://healthysavannah.org/event/healthy-walk-3/2023-04-25/

(SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS) Keitaro Harada renews contract with Savannah Philharmonic through 2026-27.

https://www.savannahnow.com/story/entertainment/music/2023/04/18/keitaro-harada-renews-contract-savannah-philharmonic/70125327007/

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(ENMARKET) Enmarket’s newest Marketwash location is open for business. Stop by and get your car looking shiny and brand-new again. 3651 Hwy 17, Richmond Hill, GA 31324 #carwash #clean #marketwash #richmondhillga

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(NFID.ORG) #DYK: Patients with chronic health conditions are at increased risk for serious complications related to #flu and #COVID-19? Learn more at: www.nfid.org/loweryourflurisk. #LowerYourFluRisk

(COASTAL PET RESCUE) Fib is a 6yr old affenpincher/ pug mix. Don’t let his grumpy looking exterior fool you, this boy is a little clown. He loves people, and always needs to be touching you or in your lap, when he’s sleeping. He gets along great with other dogs, and doesn’t bother the cats in his foster home. Fib does have allergies, and will need regular cytopoint injections, otherwise he scratches himself bald.

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2023-d-063-fib/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah High School class of 1974 will celebrate their 50th reunion on June 8, 2024, with several exciting events including dining and dancing at the Savannah Golf Club that evening. All members and friends of SHS 1974 are welcome. They are currently seeking donations of corporate gifts such as gift cards and gift baskets to use as door prizes. Their class is planning to give proceeds from their reunion events to Savannah Arts Academy. To donate please email: SavannahHighSchool1974@gmail.com or visit https://shs1974.wordpress.com.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Live Oak Public Libraries and Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary have partnered to host the special exhibit: History of Gray’s Reef. Gray’s Reef staff will present a special program at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Oglethorpe Mall Library. A Deep Dive into Gray’s Reef: History and Habitat will explore more connections between the sanctuary and our oceans and coasts. The History of Gray’s Reef exhibit is free and open to the public. The display will be on view at Oglethorpe Mall Library through May 22, 2023.

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MAY 3, STATE OF SMALL BUSINESS IN CHATHAM COUNTY

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah SCORE and Wells Fargo will present The 10th Annual State of Small Business in Chatham County on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. The free event will be held from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. in the Torian Auditorium at Savannah State University, located in the Howard Jordan building of the College of Business Administration. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. Call 912-844-9990 for more info. RSVP here: https://www.score.org/savannah/event/10th-annual-state-small-business-chatham-county

(SAVANNAH, GA) Music and Artistic Director Keitaro Harada renews contract with Savannah Philharmonic through 2026-27 Season. This is a milestone moment for the organization, as Maestro Harada maintains a growing international presence and his creative leadership and vision have been instrumental in the SavPhil’s current success. Together with Executive Director Amy Williams, Harada has broadened the reach of the Philharmonic beyond the concert hall by bringing music to the community and sharing diverse musical genres, with a goal of providing something for everyone to enjoy.

https://carriagetradepr.com/music-and-artistic-director-keitaro-harada-renews-contract-with-savannah-philharmonic/

(FAYETTE NEWS) Like other smoke-free areas across the country, Georgia cities and counties that have adopted comprehensive smoke-free policies are experiencing a positive impact on the health of their communities — and even economic benefits as well. Eight years after it was implemented, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Tobacco Use Prevention program and GDPH’s Epidemiology section received CDC funding to study the [City of Savannah’s] ordinance’s impact. In part, the state Department of Public Health documented a dramatic decrease in Savannah and Chatham County hospital admissions from 2010 to 2018 for obstructive heart disease, including heart attacks. Their findings mirror CDC studies showing cities that enact comprehensive smoke-free laws see up to a 17 percent reduction in hospital heart attack admissions.

https://www.fayette-news.net/lifestyles/let-s-learn-from-savannah-on-smokefree/article_34a557fc-d8b4-11ed-98c1-770e71aed8b6.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) Do you want to improve your credit score? Sign up for this transformational course! On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, the credit experts from Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS) will provide unbiased tips on improving your score, disputing errors on your report, and monitoring your credit. In-person class at 801 E. Gwinnett Street. Online attendees must register here: https://www.savannahga.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5639&month=4&year=2023&day=13&calType=0

(SAVANNAH, GA) Loop It Up Savannah is currently looking for new staff members to join its summer camp team during the month of June. These positions pay $15/hour and are open to ages 16 and older. Experience working with children in a summer camp or school setting is preferred but not required. All applicants must be willing to complete a background check and drug test. Apply today.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) The Creative Coast has opened registration for Girls Code Summer Camp, which will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, July 10 to 14 at the Georgia Southern University Armstrong campus in Savannah. In its second year, camp is 100% free for 5th to 8th-grade girls enrolled within the Savannah Chatham County Public School System. The theme of this summer’s camp is centered around aerospace and will include a field trip to Fly Corps Aviation. Lunch and snacks will be provided each day via the campus dining hall with a celebratory showcase to end camp on July 14. Spots are limited and camp fills up quickly so those interested are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. In order to sign your child up for camp, please complete all required forms found at https://thecreativecoast.org/programs/girlscode/summer-camp/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Historic Savannah Foundation will kick off its celebration of Preservation Month in May with the annual Historic Preservation Awards at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 4 at the Charles H. Morris Center, located at 10 E. Broad St. HSF will present awards to individuals and organizations whose contributions demonstrate excellence in preservation in Savannah and Chatham County. The event – designed for attendees to enjoy a fun, celebratory evening amongst friends – will include beer & wine, a food truck, birthday cake and plenty of networking opportunities. For tickets, visit https://www.myhsf.org/events/preservation-month/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society has announced the 14th annual Night of Champions will be Friday, May 12th, 2023, from 6-11pm at the Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island.The Night of Champions event recognizes area businesses that employ differently abled adults, including those with Down syndrome, and celebrates the contributions made by these employees. Order your tickets, reserve your table, sponsor a past Champion and guest, or set up your Sponsorship package ASAP. Use link https://NOC2023.givesmart.com.

https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-set-for-14th-annual-night-of-champions/

(COASTAL HEALTH DISTRICT) Several health departments in the Coastal Health District will offer free, confidential STD screening events in April as part of STD Awareness Month. About 1 in 5 people have a sexually transmitted disease. Left untreated, these STDs can cause serious health issues, affect fertility, and be passed along to partners. Details about the free screening opportunities are available at https://coastalhealthdistrict.org/free-std-screening-events-in-april/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Seeking auction items for the May 12, 2023, Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society’s Night of Champions. Please contact Lindsey Barron at lbarron@ldssga.org before May 5, 2023.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Young Life will be hosting Joy Prom on April 28 from 6-8 p.m. at Compassion Christian’s Link building at 55 Al Henderson Blvd. Joy Prom is a prom night designed specifically to be a night of FUN and JOY for individuals with different abilities in Savannah and surrounding areas. Participants ages 15+ are welcome! Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joy-prom-tickets-551920377707

(CREATIVE COAST) – The Creative Coast has announced the return of its annual FastPitch event, which will take place on May 24, 2023, from 4 – 6 p.m. at Service Brewing. The business pitch competition provides a platform for promising entrepreneurs starting new businesses or growing existing ones to each make a 5-minute pitch of their ventures in front of a live audience, including investors, for the chance to win from a $10K prize pool. Startup applications are now open through April 30. This year’s $10K prize pool is provided by the Savannah Economic Development Authority. The application and ticket purchase links can be found at https://thecreativecoast.org/programs/fastpitch/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) St. Andrew’s is pleased to announce McDevitt Air and St. Joseph’s/Candler as title sponsors of their 37th Annual Auction Party for the Pre-K through grade 12 private school. The event, set for Saturday, April 29 at The Collins Quarter in Forsyth Park, is the school’s largest fundraiser each year. Tickets may be purchased at https://saslions.com/auction and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live entertainment, and a silent auction. Sponsors for the event include Thomas & Hutton, Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, Synovus Bank, Delta Metals, If You Can Dream It Travel, Optim Orthopedics, Coca Cola Bottling, Chapel Hair, Dental Claim Support, The Kennickell Group, KOE Creative Media, Marchese Construction, Marsh & Co., McGriff Insurance, The Positivity Project, Savannah Veterinary Medical Center, Drs. Karen & Arthur Baker, Gary & Louann Bronstein, and Joe & Kris Powers. Visit saslions.com for more info.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue, an organization dedicated to changing the lives of homeless, abused and neglected pets. To celebrate, they will be hosting a Blue Jeans Soiree on Sunday, April 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. at La Scala. In addition to the party, local artist AJ Hetzel is painting murals of CPR’s adopted pets to decorate its adoption room at their shelter, Camp Pawsawhile Retreat. Families can sponsor a mural of their adoptee at coastalpetrescue.org/events/cpr-20. The portraits will be unveiled at an event on May 10. Tickets are available online at coastalpetrescue.org/events/cpr-20-party.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Center Parc Credit Union will be hosting a free Business Lunch and Learn Event in support of Horizons Giving day on May 10th at noon at the Flagship Branch located at 5698-A Ogeechee Road. Box lunches will be provided. Community members can learn more about Horizons and the upcoming Horizons Giving Day.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) On Friday, Nov 17, 2023, the Savannah Film Alliance Honors Gala Presented by I.A.T.S.E. Local 491 will be held at Victory North. In a night filled with Hollywood glamour and live entertainment, the Savannah Film Alliance (SFA) will honor eight outstanding local professionals from Savannah’s thriving film and television community.

https://savannahfilmalliance.org/

(HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC) The Lowcountry Gullah Foundation announces its Annual Fundraiser on Friday, May 12 at the USCB Hilton Head Campus. Join the Foundation for an intimate evening of Gullah culture and grace through storytelling, dinner, and a silent auction. Nationally known Master Gullah Storyteller, Sista Patt will speak and share incredible stories about the culture, its foodways and music. Sponsorships for Sankofa Nights are still available, please contact gullahland@gmail.com or 843.715.3506 for more information. Tickets are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sankofa-nights-tickets-520421343247?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Fresh Express no-cost fresh food distribution program is seeking volunteers for its three sites.

• 1st Friday: The intersection of Waters and 40th St.
• 3rd Friday: Curtis V. Cooper Family Health at 106 E. Broad St.
• 3rd Friday: Moses Jackson Center at 1410 Richards St.

All begin at 9:30 a.m. on the day of distribution. To sign up: https://forms.office.com/r/i7eDcdi5em. For more information: Laura Schmarkey at Laura.Schmarkey@ymcaofcoastalga.org.

(STEPUPSAVANNAH.ORG) Step Up Savannah is accepting applications for the 2023 Chatham Apprentice Program (CAP) training sessions. This is a cornerstone workforce development program targeting those who are unemployed and underemployed in Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, and Bryan counties with services and training aimed at helping them become stabilized in employment. The program includes hard and soft skills training coupled with wrap-around services. The next training session is May 22- June 14. Sign up online:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3lxUE38bCPfnIYyszFowmke0iP-SZ9MjrLsKv7WAPLmM58Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

(HEALTHY SAVANNAH) Are you a faith-based organization in Savannah/Chatham County interested in encouraging a culture of health among your members and the broader community?

Please join the Faith and Health Coalition at our next virtual meeting to discuss the importance of health within our community. Please email FaithAndHealth@healthysavannah.org for the meeting link. For more information, visit the Faith and Health Coalition page on the Healthy Savannah website.

https://healthysavannah.org/the-faith-and-health-coalition/