COMMUNITY HEADLINES – APRIL 3, 2023

(SAVANNAH, GA) Members of Historic Savannah Foundation’s 13th Colony will be given an exclusive tour of the city’s abandoned Powder Magazine. An oral history will be given as our members walk through the once guarded grounds.  More information about HSF and its 13th Colony membership can be found at https://www.myhsf.org/support/membership-2/membership/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) A Breastfeeding Community Advocates Workshop will be presented from 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, April 13 in room 106 of Gamble Hall at the Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus, 11935 Abercorn St. in Savannah. The event is hosted by Shawntay Gadson of Glow Lactation Savannah and is presented in partnership with Healthy Savannah and funded through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health grant. During the workshop, attendees will learn how to advocate for and promote breast/chestfeeding throughout the community. Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/BFAdvWrkshp

(SAVANNAH, GA) Forsyth Farmers’ Market will be hosting their 2023 Farm Picnic fundraiser on Sunday, April 23 from 4-7 p.m. at The Old Dairy Farm located at 2500 Tennessee Avenue. The event will include live music, a silent auction, local farm-to-table restaurants, and local craft beer and wine. All ticket proceeds will go to Forsyth Farmers’ Market to help support their mission to support local farms and improve food access in Savannah. Tickets can be purchased here: https://cbo.io/tickets/purchase_tickets.php?slug=farmpicnic2023&form_name=gettickets

(SAVANNAH, GA) Greenbriar Children’s Center, a non-profit with over 70 years of experience helping children and families in Chatham County, has announced the grand opening of the Greenbriar Infant Center on April 5, 2023 at 10 a.m. on its main campus at 3709 Hopkins Street in Savannah, 912-234-3431.

www.greenbriarchildrenscenter.org

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah has announced that Margie Watson has joined the 501©3 local organization as its communications and Community Clinical Linkages manager. A graduate of Savannah State University, Watson’s duties will include promoting and connecting healthy organizations in the community, spreading the word about Healthy Savannah and various resources available to underserved populations, working to develop and implement health strategies, and fostering a social media presence.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-welcomes-margie-watson-as-communications-and-community-clinical-linkages-manager/

(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) Kindergarteners at the Early Learning Center at Henderson E. Formey School participated in a “Touch the Truck” kick-off event on March 28 as part of a training program to build trust in first responders from a young age. The students met with first responders and community leaders from the Savannah Police and Fire departments, along with Chatham County EMS and the District Attorney’s office, to learn about how those agencies help people and what the young scholars can do when they feel anxious or scared if they see a first responder in their neighborhood.

https://carriagetradepr.com/first-responders-and-community-leaders-help-build-trust-in-kindergarten-students/

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) Wednesday, April 5, 2023. This class covers the steps necessary to write an effective business plan for use in the development, growth and financing of your business. On site at the Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett St or online. Registration required for online attendance.

https://www.savannahga.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5627

(COASTAL PET RESCUE) Buddy has loads of puppy energy, loving to play with toys and other dogs. He will do well in a home with older children who would love to match his energy or with a canine pal. He is learning to walk on a leash, will sit on command for a treat and is eager to know what you want him to do. Pleasing you comes first! If you love bigger dogs and even bigger love, Buddy might be your ideal match.

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2023-d-031-buddy/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Friends of Tide To Town, Inc. (TTT) has announced the election of its 2023 board of directors. Chairman Armand Turner will be joined on the executive board by Paula Kreissler, vice chair; Marsha Buford, treasurer; and Kirra Fields, secretary. Board members include Denise Grabowski, Laura Ballock, Caila Brown, John Bennett, Brent Buice, Terry Enoch, George Seaborough, Jeanine Backman Roach, Mike Maynor and John Giordano.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannahs-armand-turner-elected-as-friends-of-tide-to-town-board-president/

(BLUFFTON, SC) April 22, 2023 Libraries For Kids, Int’l will have their annual celebrity fundraising dinner & dance. Music will be provided by the CHIGGERS, the 2020 recipient of the Readers’ Choice best local band award The Chiggers | Facebook. There will be a celebrity or local hero with his or her guest at each of the tables. $150 A ticket includes meal and more: https://www.libraries4kids.org/events

DALLAS, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Safe Harbor Marinas has acquired the Savannah Yacht Center, a premier superyacht storage and service destination, in a transaction where consideration took the form of securities in Safe Harbor’s parent company, Sun Communities Inc.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/savannah-yacht-center-joins-safe-harbor-marinas-301779516.html

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are inviting community members interested in health equity to consider becoming Community Health Advocates (CHAs). An online information and training session is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 13. To learn more, please email Dr. Elsie Smalls at elsie@healthysavannah.org or call 843-323-9997.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-announces-community-health-advocate-training-on-april-13/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Get your tickets now for the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society’s 14th Annual Night of Champions! 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.

(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.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHnCIe5A7jWEEM-Wd0wolvc_W_3Pzce3OwG8v5CBb3JXaGWQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

(SAVANNAH, GA) Soup It Up for Loop It Up was a total hit — and it was ALL BECAUSE OF YOU!! A giant thanks to everyone who came out. The sense of love and support for the work we do and the children we serve was immeasurable, and we are beyond grateful! But we are still working toward our fundraising goal of $125,000 – and WE NEED YOU to help us CROSS THE FINISH LINE! Help us raise the last $10,000 of our 2023 Annual Campaign by making a donation today!

https://www.loopitupsavannah.com/donate.html

(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/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The official Earth Day Savannah celebration returns for the first time since 2019 on April 21 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Daffin Park, 1301 E. Victory Drive. The 2023 Earth Day Savannah theme is “Our Future is Bright” to educate and engage the public on the clean energy goals of the 100% Savannah Plan: https://www.savannahga.gov/2931/100-Savannah. Earth Day Savannah is hosted by the City of Savannah Office of Sustainability, with support from Pratt Industries – Recycling Division, and other local business sponsors.

https://earthdaysavannah.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Live 5K event Saturday, April 8, at the Ronald McDonald House located on the campus of Memorial Health Hospital. The Annual Red Shoes Run is a day of fun for the entire family. Show your support of The Ronald McDonald House mission to help keep families close by joining other runners wearing red-and-white striped socks on Saturday, April 8. There are no refunds for this event. If you are unable to make the race or there is rain/inclement weather, your registration will be considered a donation to the Ronald McDonald House and very much appreciated. Virtual 5K and Sleep In for Families options are also available. Registration includes a pair of red & white striped socks and a McDonald’s value meal card.

https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Savannah/RedShoesRun

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Ashford Tea Company on 406 E. Oglethorpe Ave, hosts Wellness Tea Conversations every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 p.m.-7 p.m. The conversations center on different dimensions of wellness such as physical, emotional, and environmental among others with the presence of Wellbeing Coach Rosa Maria Olortegui and accompanied by a great and healthy cup of tea. Click the link to learn more: https://ashfordtea.co/product/wellness-tea-conversations/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Live Oak Public Libraries and Coastal Heritage Society announce a new partnership offering free family passes to the community. Live Oak Public Libraries library card holders in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties can check out a Coastal Heritage Society Family Pass, usable for up to eight people per visit, for free admission to Savannah History Museum, Savannah Children’s Museum, Georgia State Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, and Pin Point Heritage Museum. Each library location will have one pass available, and passes are valid for seven days. Learn more at liveoakpl.org/passes.

(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

(HILTON HEAD, SC) Libraries For Kids, International, will host a World Book Day Celebrity Gala dinner & dance from 5-9 p.m. on April 22 at Martin Family Park in downtown Bluffton, SC. The fundraiser to benefit children who live in places with no internet, electricity, or libraries in their schools will feature music by the 2020 Readers’ Choice best local band, The Chiggers. Each event ticket buys a seat at a table with a local, national, or international celebrity. Sponsorship packages are available. Click HERE https://www.libraries4kids.org/events for tickets or to sponsor.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Creative Coast has announced Winter/Spring 2023 sessions for Girls Code, a youth coding program for girls in 5th to 8th grade attending Savannah Chatham County Public Schools. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to code video games using MIT Scratch during the upcoming season’s Girls Code Games. Sessions will run independently of one another and take place from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at a different Live Oak Public Library branch on Saturday, April 8. Registration is required for attendance. Seats are limited so The Creative Coast encourages early sign-ups to reserve a spot. For more information and to register, please visit https://www.thecreativecoast.org/girlscode.

(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. Upcoming 2023 training sessions are April 10-May 4 and 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/