(SAVANNAH, GA) National Influenza Vaccination Week begins December 5. It is an annual observance created in 2005 to encourage everyone over the age of six months to consider receiving the vaccine to protect against the flu. Annual vaccinations are proven to reduce the risk of contracting the flu and hospitalization. Vaccinations are especially important this year, as the flu infection rate in the United States is high. To challenge misinformation and overcome hesitancy, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website to receive helpful resources about the flu and the vaccine.

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/resource-center/nivw/index.htm

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(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/

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue will be hosting its third annual Twinkle Bark Stroll adoption nights under holiday lights the second and third weekends of December (December 9-11 and 16-18) from 5 to 8 pm at its shelter, 7430 Thomas Ave, Savannah, GA 31406. The program is a walk-through lighted display featuring 30 decorated Christmas trees and another 30 or so light displays, all dog and cat themed. Hot cocoa and marshmallow roasting are also available. Coastal Pet Rescue volunteers will be on-site to introduce families to adoptable dogs and cats. The admission cost is a $5 minimum donation per person. Dogs with proof of current rabies vaccine are welcome on leash with their families on Sunday nights. For more information, visit coastalpetrescue.org. Sponsorships are still available, contact Lisa Scarbrough at lisa@coastalpetrescue.org for more information.

(SAVANNAH, GA) ARIONNA is a ready-to-wear clothing line specifically designed for modern career women. The designs offer exclusive, cutting-edge styles that enhance women’s self-confidence and offer clothes comfortably designed for different body types. With a body-conscious approach, these designs enable women to present themselves to the world the way that they prefer, desire, and deserve.

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(COASTAL PET RESCUE) His name may be chilly but Ice Man has a warm spirit. His pleasant countenance seems to come from the heart and he is eager to be loved. He can be leery of new people but quickly recognizes good ones and is open to love. He can be playful and it is hysterical to see him get the zoomies. Ice Man hopes for a home where he can be doted on & played with all the rest of his days.

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2022-c-117-iceman/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Corey Robinson, making his Team USA debut, sets 3 Pan American Records and wins 3 Gold Medals in 2022 at Youth Pan American Weightlifting Championships.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) The Current recently announced it has received $12,250 in funding from the Google News Equity Fund. The Current was among more than 450 newsrooms from 52 countries that received funding.

https://thecurrentga.org/2021/06/09/news-about-the-current/.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Creative Coast is excited to host its third annual Holiday Mixer and Fundraiser with Expansive Workspace to benefit the eSTEAM Fund and Toys for Tots. The party will be held on Tuesday, December 6, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on the fourth floor of Expansive at 2 E. Bryan Street. Tickets include food, drinks, and great company! There will also be a raffle prize drawing including gift cards and products from local-owned businesses. Each attendee gets one ticket toward the drawing. Buy your tickets soon, as space is limited. Tickets can be purchased at

https://thecreativecoast.org/event/creative-coast-expansive-holiday-party/

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(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/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Greenbriar Children’s Center, a non-profit in Savannah with two early education programs for children from low-income families, has announced that members of the community may sign up online to become a volunteer gift wrapper at their Annual Gift Wrap Center fundraiser at the Oglethorpe Mall beginning December 9. Volunteers can sign up electronically at www.greenbriarchildrenscenter.org.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society is promoting a program that helps pay for pet adoptions for members of the Down syndrome community. PetScreening for Down syndrome (PS4Ds) is a philanthropic grant program that offers financial assistance to individuals with Down syndrome who want to adopt a rescue pet for companionship. Each recipient is granted $750 – $1,000 to be used for pet expenses including adoption fees, veterinary care, preventative health products, monthly food delivery and more.

https://carriagetradepr.com/pet-adoptions-grants-for-down-syndrome-community/

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) Free online Credit Building Workshop for Entrepreneurs. Attend the workshop to learn about building your credit and qualify for a $1000 business loan. The remaining 2022 workshop continues Dec. 13. Register by emailing SBAC at sbac@sbqacsav.com.

https://www.savannahga.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5580&month=11&year=2022&day=15&calType=0

(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/