(SAVANNAH TRIBUNE) More than 1 million Americans have died of COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Departments of Public Health report that nearly 34,000 of those deaths have occurred here in Georgia and nearly 1000 people have died from COVID in Chatham County.

https://www.savannahtribune.com/pageview/viewer/2022-12-14#page=4

(LOWCOUNTRY DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY) Skokie hosts world premiere of film featuring actors with Down Syndrome.

https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/skokie-hosts-world-premiere-of-film-featuring-actors-with-down-syndrome

(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity announces its inaugural “Home for the Holidays” Gala raised more than $112,000, thanks to friends, family, fans, and supporters. Taking place on Wednesday, December 7 at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront, the holiday gala served as the year’s largest fundraiser for the local nonprofit. Guests enjoyed dinner, drinks, live and silent auctions, dancing and much more. Donations are gratefully appreciated and can still be submitted through Habitat’s donation page at https://give.habitatsavannah.org/HabitatSavannah.

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(COASTAL HEALTH DISTRICT) Beginning Monday, Dec. 19, young children will have access to stronger protection against COVID-19 in the Coastal Health District. The FDA and CDC have approved the reformulated Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for ages 6 months and older. Previously, the updated vaccines were only available for ages 5 and up. Appointments for the bivalent vaccines are available in all 8 counties of the Coastal Health District and can be scheduled online at chdcovidvax.org or by calling your local health department directly.

(SOCIALSHAKEUPSHOW.COM) Social media platforms are inherently unpredictable. At any time, platforms can make algorithm changes that drastically impact organic reach (like Facebook’s newsfeed update in 2018). This makes relying on social media platforms for consumer engagement a risky business venture. However, when social media posts are coupled with insightful keyword tactics, user engagement can blossom.

https://www.socialshakeupshow.com/how-to-use-keywords-to-improve-your-social-media-marketing-2020/?oly_enc_id=7454I1960923E4B

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) What does it take to do business with the City of Savannah? Sign up to find out! This class on Dec. 21 at 1:30 PM provides City of Savannah supplier registration guidance, demonstrates how to prepare and submit bids/proposal responses, and provides bid/ supplier follow up information. There will be time to talk with a representative from the Purchasing division. On site attendance at the Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett Street. Registration required only for online attendance.

https://savannahga.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrf-yppjMsHdX0821q1T3Zklw_lP5pzVJr

(COASTAL PET RESCUE) Sweet Ellie will love, love, love her people. And her people will love, love, love her. She might take a minute to warm up to other dogs but could definitely become part a pack. This happy girl has lots of enthusiasm and loves to play! She also loves to get attention and will climb into your lap for some affection. She would be such a wonderful addition to a family with kids looking for a medium sized dog. If you’re looking for a combination of playful and cuddly, don’t wait to submit an application to meet her.

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2022-d-170-ellie-2/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Join a park ranger for a 2.5-mile hike through the coastal maritime forest. Pets are welcome on a 6-foot leash. Guests are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes, as well as bring water and bug spray. Pre-registration is recommended but not required. Please call the Visitor Center at 912-353-3023 to register.

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(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Statesboro student Kadin Story has won one of three 2022 Youth Development Scholarships awarded nationally by Center Parc Credit Union and its larger parent organization, Atlanta Postal Credit Union.

https://carriagetradepr.com/statesboro-student-receives-center-parc-scholarship/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The annual gift wrap center fundraiser for Greenbriar Children’s Center, a non-profit in Savannah with two early education programs for children from low-income families, is now underway at the Oglethorpe Mall. Volunteers can sign up electronically at www.greenbriarchildrenscenter.org.

(BULKTRANSPORTER.COM) The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) recently voted in its 2023 board of directors during its annual membership meeting. Tim Winters, director of terminal operations at Sprague Energy, was named board chairman; T. Pratt Summers, vice president of operations for Colonial Group, was selected as vice chairman; Eric Conard, environmental manager at Petro-Diamond Terminal Company, was picked as treasurer; and Joshua Etzel, VP of operations for Kinder Morgan, was tabbed for secretary.

https://www.bulktransporter.com/fleet-management/storage-terminals/article/21255824/international-liquid-terminals-association-names-2023-board-of-directors

(SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM) Here’s a look at family events, kid-friendly fun, holiday camps, and more in Savannah and the Lowcountry during the 2022 holiday season.

http://www.southernmamas.com/2022/savannah-holidays-2022-family-fun/

(SAVANNAH, GA) GRIT, The Creative Coast’s innovation conference, brings together the best and brightest entrepreneurs, technologists, makers, creatives, leaders, and change agents in the region. Formerly called Geekend, the 2023 event is returning after a two-year hiatus as GRIT, and will include exciting keynote presentations, panels, and access to new ideas and people to spark attendees’ momentum. The event is set to take place from January 26 to 28 at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center. The GRIT Conference will continue to announce speakers and panelists on its social channels (@gritconference) and website, www.thegritconference.com.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Mark your calendars for these awesome events coming to the Enmarket Arena in Savannah in December!

https://www.facebook.com/enmarketarena/photos/a.103417731768279/506012948175420/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Fresh Express no-cost fresh food distribution program has expanded to a third permanent site. Located at the intersection of East 40th Street and Waters Avenue, the site provides food on the first Friday of each month. The two other locations — the Curtis V. Cooper Family Health at 106 E. Broad St., and the Moses Jackson Center at 1410 Richards St. — distribute on third Fridays. All begin at 9:30 a.m. on the day of distribution. The new site started as a pop-up location but was made permanent due to demand.

https://carriagetradepr.com/fresh-express-expands-to-three-permanent-locations-for-healthy-food-choices/

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) This is an online class you don’t want to miss. In this series, business consultant & mentor Zenetria Ward of ZenWard Solutions will help you gain an overall understanding of how to market your products and services to your customers in today’s economy. You’ll learn the 7-Step Marketing Process, how to conduct marketing research, pricing, social media, promotional marketing, and much more! The class meets every other Tuesday at 6:30 pm EST. Fall Session, NOW – 1/3/23. Take one class or take them all. Registration required.

https://savannahga.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0scuuvqDkjGNxp06w4jD-YwW0GzsgnkCmk

TICKETS ON SALE FOR ANNUAL SAVANNAH FUNDRAISER TO HELP THE BLIND

(WJCL) t’s almost time to dine in the dark with the Savannah Center for Blind and Low Vision. Tickets for the annual Dining in The Dark fundraiser went on sale Monday, and the Dining in the Dark chair says it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s gala will be held on January 26 at the Enmarket Arena.

https://www.wjcl.com/article/savannah-dining-in-the-dark-tickets-blind/41201247

(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/