COMMUNITY HEADLINES – JANUARY 31, 2022

SAVANNAH PHILANTHROPIC PARTNERS AWARDS $30,000 GRANT TO LOOP IT UP SAVANNAH

(SAVANNAH GA) Savannah Philanthropic Partners, a giving circle founded in 2021 by four Savannah women, has awarded its inaugural grant of $30,000 to Loop It Up Savannah, a 501©(3) nonprofit that brings creative art experiences to children and families of Savannah.

COMMUNITY DAY FEB 5 AT ENMARKET ARENA

(SAVANNAH, GA) Enmarket Arena is opening its doors on February 5 from 2-6 PM for Community Day. Get a firsthand look at the brand new Enmarket Arena with tours, games, and live music before the first events. Free for all to join in on the fun.

HOW TO RUN YOUR FIRST AD ON YOUTUBE

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) In this video, expert Allie Bloyd provides a complete step-by-step tutorial for setting up and launching your very first YouTube ad. You’ll discover the basics, like how to set up your YouTube channel and Google Ads account, as well as how to link your accounts to track performance. You’ll also learn how to set up a new campaign from start to finish, including choosing proper targeting and how to track your conversions. Plus, you’ll learn one important myth about YouTube placement ads that may impact your campaign choices.

GARDEN CITY HOMESTEAD ASSOCIATION DISTRIBUTES 300 BAGS OF VEGETABLES, HARVEST SPONSORED BY CENTER PARC CREDIT UNION

(GARDEN CITY, GA) The Garden City Homestead Association’s community garden shared its first harvest of the new year with the community at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. The public was invited to receive free vegetables in a distribution held at the garden, 4115 Second St. in Garden City. For more information, visit the Garden City Homestead Association Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Garden-City-Homestead-Association-101228345002337.

SEMINAR FEBRUARY 1: “SKETCHUP FOR INTERIOR DESIGN & RENOVATION”

(SAVANNAH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL) Savannah Country Day School’s 2nd Annual Faculty Explorations Speaker Series continues on February 1 from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. with Kristin Mulzer’s seminar “SketchUp for Interior Design & Renovation.” The weekly evening sessions provide attendees the opportunity to revisit a classroom setting and explore a topic based on the faculty host’s area of expertise. All seminars are free and open to the public. For additional information, or to register, visit savcds.org/facultyexplorations.

UNION MISSION RECEIVES $200,000 FROM THE HODGE FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT UNACCOMPANIED HOMELESS WOMEN

(SAVANNAH, GA) Union Mission has been awarded $200,000 from The Hodge Foundation to support the expansion of Union Mission’s Parker’s House Emergency Housing Program dedicated solely to unaccompanied, homeless women. Parker’s House will be the only one of its kind along the I-95 corridor from Florida to South Carolina and will serve more than 100 unaccompanied, homeless women annually. Union Mission will mirror its Emergency Housing Program for men where 78% of the clients find stable housing before leaving the program. For more information on how to support Union Mission, contact Michael Traynor, President & CEO, at mtraynor@unionmission.org or (912) 238-2777 or visit www.unionmission.org.

FREE CLASS: HOW TO START A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION OR FISCAL SPONSORSHIP

(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) Join us at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, February 1 in a dynamic virtual workshop with case examples and practical materials for helping you start a nonprofit organization and/or fiscal sponsorship. Learn about online resources, assessments, and tools to ease the process of creating the essential legal documents and other materials needed for starting your nonprofit. Also, learn more about the legal basics of a fiscal sponsorship relationship, factors to consider when structuring and negotiating a fiscal sponsorship agreement, and tips on how to find the right fiscal sponsor. Space is limited and registration is required. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvdOGqrzMjGdFIUUXgSKH7tKbJwHNiHqNi

CC NEEDS A HOME

(COASTAL PET RESCUE) It’s very possible that CC is an actual angel on earth. This sweet senior girl is more of a medium size – probably between 20 and 30 lbs – and has so much love to give to the right person. Likes: Belly rubs, brushing, slow walks around the block, other small female dogs, giving kisses, car rides with the windows cracked, long naps, and light, adorable snoring. Dislikes: Being left alone and high-energy children or dogs. We recommend crating her – at least while she settles into her new home and your schedule – to help her adjust and give her a place where she feels safe and comfortable when you’re not around. CC would do very well in a quiet home with one or two calm adults, and perhaps the right small dog (though probably not a puppy).

WORLD TRADE CENTER SAVANNAH CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY AND ANNOUNCES 2022 GLOBAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

(SAVANNAH, GA) World Trade Center Savannah (WTCSav) is excited to announce its 10th anniversary. Licensed in 2011, the anniversary celebrations officially kicked off at WTCSav’s annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon, held in October, and will extend through 2022. The anniversary will be recognized with an ongoing social media campaign, emphasis on target countries and the introduction of new Board of Directors members. World Trade Center Savannah will also continue to host a full calendar of Global Education Programs in 2022. New this year will be the Global Leadership Certification presented in partnership with World Trade Center Kentucky. The three-session program will take place in February, March and April. Updated information and registration can be found at www.wtcsavannah.org/events

AWWIN, INC. ANNOUNCES RELAUNCH AND CELEBRATES THE LEGACY OF SARAHLYN U. ARGROW PHILLIPS

(SAVANNAH, GA) AWWIN, Inc. (Assisting Working Women in Need) announced the restart of the organization on January 25, 2022, during a virtual re-launch event celebrating Sarahlyn U. Argrow Phillips. The evening was filled with reflections of the amazing accomplishments of AWWIN under Phillips’ leadership and the vision for the organization’s future. The evening’s events included trivia, prizes and more.

SECOND HARVEST WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2022

(SAVANNAH, GA) America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia experienced a substantial increase in the need for food this past year and distributed over 28 million pounds in partnership with the 241 non-profit agencies that serve the 21 counties of Coastal Georgia. We are now eager to break ground and get to work on our dynamic strategic plan for the growth and development of our Chatham County campus. As we embark on a new year, we are thrilled to introduce eight members to the board of America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia. To learn more about how we are leading the effort to end hunger and improve lives in our community, call (912) 236-6750 or visit www.helpendhunger.org.

SUPER MUSEUM SUNDAY

(SAVANNAH, GA) Super Museum Sunday at the Telfair Museums, Sunday, February 6, 12-4 p.m. Visitors will enjoy free admission to all three sites for this event: Telfair Academy, The Jepson and Owens-Thomas. Art making activities for children will be available at the Jepson Center only.

FACEBOOK AD OBJECTIVE CHANGES AND MORE

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) Explore Facebook ad changes with Michael Stelzner and Allie Bloyd.

JIMMY BUFFET COMING TO ENMARKET ARENA

(ENMARKET ARENA) Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers are bringing Life on the Flipside Redux Tour 2022 to Enmarket Arena in Savannah on Thursday, April 21. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 28 at 10 a.m. here: https://bit.ly/BuffettSAV22

ROYCE LEARNING CENTER PARTNERS WITH SAVANNAH BAPTIST CENTER TO OFFER FREE ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES

(SAVANNAH, GA) Royce Learning Center’s Adult & Community Education (ACE) program has partnered with Savannah Baptist Center to offer free adult education classes at their Wheaton Street location. This program is designed for adult learners of all ages and abilities. Classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30p – 2:30p at the Savannah Baptist Center located at 704 Wheaton Street in Savannah. Classes are free and open to the public. For more information, or to enroll in the class, please contact Stephanie Carr at 912-232-1033.

ENMARKET ARENA UPDATES COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Enmarket Arena is working hard to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff in accordance with local and national guidelines. There are a few key changes being implemented for a safer and healthier venue. Per the City of Savannah’s COVID-19 mandate, Enmarket Arena will require that all guests attending gatherings or events must show either a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or Rapid) taken within 72 hours of the event date OR proof of full vaccination. Limited testing will also be available on-site day of the event starting 1.5 hours before showtime. Pre-Register at: Lab-fast.com using site code: RAPID. For all events, regardless of capacity, the mandate also requires that all guests must wear a mask while in the facility unless actively eating or drinking.

COVID-19 TESTING RESUMES AT SAVANNAH CIVIC CENTER

(CHATHAM COUNTY, GA) Free COVID-19 testing by the Coastal Health District has resumed at the Savannah Civic Center. Testing operations at the location were temporarily suspended because of previously scheduled events in the arena. The Civic Center testing site is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., and the first and third Saturday of the month from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

FORSYTH FARMERS’ MARKET LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO PURCHASE NEW FARM TRUCK

(WTOC) The Forsyth Farmers’ Market was busy for the first Saturday market of 2022. The market’s board also came together to announce the start of a campaign to improve their Farm Truck 912 program.

CHATHAM CO. HEALTH DEPT. SHIFTS TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES ONLY

(CHATHAM COUNTY, GA) As of January 11, the Chatham County Health Department has shifted operations to cope with staffing shortages due to COVID-19 cases and exposures. For the time being, the Midtown Clinic at 1602 Drayton Street will be closed for routine public health services. Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and PREP services will still be offered at the Midtown clinic by appointment only. The main clinic at 1395 Eisenhower Drive will offer essential services only. Individuals with existing appointments may be contacted to reschedule. This change does not affect Environmental Health services or Vital Records, nor does it impact operations at the Chatham County Health Department’s COVID testing sites or COVID-19 vaccination sites. Dr. Chris Rustin, the administrator of the Chatham County Health Department, said normal operations will resume as soon as staffing levels improve. For more information, visit coastalhealthdistrict.org/chatham.

ENMARKET ARENA OPENING POSTPONED

(WTOC) The City of Savannah is postponing the opening of the new Enmarket Arena. According to the city, the decision was made as a result of supply-chain disruptions which have impacted the completion of the facility. Earth, Wind and Fire, originally planned for Thursday, Jan. 13, is moving to Feb. 9. Riley Green, which was originally scheduled for Friday, Jan. 14, is being rescheduled to Feb. 6. Tickets will be honored for the new dates.

VICTORY GARDENS FREE GARDENING CLASSES

(SAVANNAH, GA) Learn about growing organic vegetables and herbs in Savannah. Classes are FREE and open to the public. Join us 9:30-10:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month (except for holidays). Now serving free coffee! Held on the historic property at Trustees’Garden at 10 East Broad Street. For more information visit https://www.savannahvictorygardens.com/classes

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SRPI SAVE THE DATE: FEBRUARY 24-25

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah State University’s Department of Journalism and Mass Communication is host to the Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI). The two-day conference features keynote speakers, multiple concurrent workshops, contests, and a job fair. Through its workshops and speakers, SRPI provides training for elementary, middle, high school, and college students with an interest in mass media. This year’s theme is THE NEW ORDER: The World of News and Communication Post Covid and George Floyd. For more information, please contact srpi@savannahstate.edu or call (912) 358-3378.

FINANCIAL FUNDAMENTALS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS

(RICHMOND HILL AND HINESVILLE, GA) The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia, offers a NEW IN-PERSON class for small business owners on February 16 in Richmond Hill and March 2 in Hinesville from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The program content is designed to educate business owners on the importance of good financial data and how to use that financial data for both tactical and strategic decision making. Visit https://www.georgiasbdc.org/training/southern or call (912) 651-3200 for more information.

FREE VACCINE ACCESS IN WEST CHATHAM COUNTY

(CHATHAM COUNTY, GA) The YMCA of Coastal Georgia is partnering with the Georgia Department of Public Health to provide free vaccine access at the West Chatham YMCA in Pooler. The vaccine clinic is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and offers the following vaccinations: Monday & Wednesday: Pfizer (age 12+), Pfizer booster (16+), Johnson & Johnson (18+), and Johnson & Johnson booster (18+); Thursday: Pfizer (age 12+), Pfizer booster (16+), Moderna (18+), and Moderna booster (18+). Walk-ins are accepted but appointments are recommended and can be scheduled online at CHDCovidVax.org.

CALENDARS FOR SALE

(SAVANNAH, GA) The members of the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society, a support group to benefit people with Down Syndrome and their families, are selling 2022 calendars as a fundraising project. To purchase, please email info@ldssga.org, or text or call 912-663-8573. The cost is $15.00.

SENDING YOU A HERO

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah, in collaboration with St. Joseph’s/Candler’s African American Health Information and Resource Center, proudly presents the HERO Help Me Database. The Health Effective Resource Organizations, or HERO Help Me, is a database that refers its users to over 1,000 critical resources in Chatham County. The database is a one-stop shop for a variety of resources and services, such as healthcare providers, food assistance and nutrition, childcare, housing, physical activity, education, COVID-19 and flu information, and many more.