COMMUNITY HEADLINES – AUGUST 29, 2022

(SAVANNAH, GA) – The Savannah Philharmonic (SavPhil) has announced the appointment of Jamie Coffey as the new director of external relations. She brings with her an extensive resume of work in nonprofit development and, before that, in higher education administration.

https://carriagetradepr.com/savannah-philharmonic-names-jamie-coffey-director-of-external-relations/

(LOWCOUNTRY DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY) The 17TH Annual Buddy Walk is scheduled for Saturday, Oct 1, in Forsyth Park, starting at 10:00 a.m. Participants will walk a mile around Forsyth Park. Registration is $15. The money raised at the Buddy Walk goes toward Camp Buddy, two summer camps in Effingham and Chatham to help students retain their skills over the summer break. It also goes towards new parent packets and educational opportunities for local families and advocates. Please sign up here: https://www.classy.org/event/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-2022-live-in-forsyth-park/e421222

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah is providing $7000 in grant funding to support six Back-to-School and other community events planned by faith community partners. Funds were granted to applicable projects that include COVID-19 and flu awareness activities and vaccine clinics. Upcoming events include “Reaching Others For Health and Hope” on September 17 from 11:00 am -3:00 pm at Faith Deliverance Church; and “Community Awareness Day,” on September 17 from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm at First Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-announces-funding-for-faith-based-back-to-school-events/

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) In this video, Facebook marketing expert Dana Malstaff shows you how to use Facebook group features to keep conversations on-topic and manageable. Learn how to control who can go live or create an event, how to automatically decline certain types of posts, and how to help your members understand why their post is declined and what they can do instead.

(ENMARKET) In April, Enmarket had to close its location on Hwy 301 in Statesboro Ga. due to severe weather damage. Thanks to the help of the community, business partners, and team members Enmarket is happy to announce that the Statesboro store is officially reopened for business.

https://www.facebook.com/enmarketstations/photos/a.111691549015/10159080267554016/

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) What does it take to do business with the City of Savannah? Find out on Wednesday, August 31. This class will provide City of Savannah supplier registration guidance, demonstrate how to prepare and submit bids/proposal responses, and provide bid/ supplier follow-up information. There will be time to talk with a representative from the Purchasing division. Choose from on-site attendance at the Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett St., or register for online attendance: https://savannahga.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrf-yppjMsHdX0821q1T3Zklw_lP5pzVJr

(SAVANNAH, GA) Visit Live Oak Public Libraries during Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. Your free library card offers more than books – it is a passport to explore your world! Enjoy free passes to State Parks and museums, learn a new language, or research your roots. Visit your local library or go online to liveoakpl.org.

(COASTAL PET RESCUE) Chalupa is a chill little man with a fun side too! His three favorite things to do are: Snuggle under blankets with you, go on walks with you, and do anything else with you! He’s house trained, rides well in the car, is crate trained, and walks well on a leash. His secret talent is being able to stand on his hind legs for an extended amount of time. Chalupa would be a great solo dog, but he’d also love to have another little dog he can play with. His foster thinks he was good with kids too (not sure about cats yet).

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2020-d-109-chalupa/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannahians want more community-based solutions that promote healthy food and physical activity where they live, work and play. The findings of a year-long survey conducted by Healthy Savannah were revealed at its CDC Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) Stakeholders’ Meeting on August 19. About 40 stakeholders were in attendance, representing Savannah and Chatham County organizations committed to elevating the health and wellness of the community.

https://carriagetradepr.com/the-survey-results-are-in-healthy-savannah-reveals-importance-of-healthy-food-access-physical-activity-opportunities-and-community-resources-at-stakeholders-meeting/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah, together with partner and community organizations throughout Savannah and Chatham County, is asking for community input in helping redesign the Savannah-Chatham Food Policy Council. A listening session is scheduled on August 30 to gather that input.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-calls-on-community-to-weigh-in-on-nutrition-and-food-insecurity/

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) Asking yourself whether ads still work on Facebook and Instagram? Wondering what’s working for other businesses? In this article, you’ll discover three ad strategies proven to convert on Facebook and Instagram.

(SAVANNAH, GA) SHE HUSTLES is a Creative Coast tri-annual event, where Savannah’s women entrepreneurs and leaders connect, learn, and inspire. The event features an inspirational keynote speaker and panel discussion made up of Savannah women who are paving the way in their industries. The Creative Coast is excited to announce its partnership with SCORE Savannah for the final SHE HUSTLES of 2022, which is set to take place on Wednesday, September 28, at the Coastal Georgia Center (305 Fahm St) and the Clyde Venue (223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd). Seating is limited so please purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.thecreativecoast.org/programs/shehustles/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The YMCA of Coastal Georgia and Healthy Savannah has expanded the Fresh Express no-cost fresh food distribution program to a third site and its own day! The third site is at 40th and Waters and upcoming dates are: September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2. The main locations are at Curtis V. Cooper Family Health and the Moses Jackson Center, with these upcoming dates: September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16. Fresh Express provided more than 6,600 pounds of fresh fruits, vegetables and bread to communities with low access to fresh foods in 2021. Interested in volunteering? Contact Laura Schmarkey, YMCA of Coastal Georgia director of outreach programs at laura.schmarkey@ymcaofcoastalga.org or visit YMCAofCoastalGA.org/Volunteer. Fresh Express is supported by the YMCA of Coastal Georgia and Healthy Savannah through the Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health grant awarded through the CDC.