COMMUNITY HEADLINES – JUNE 5, 2023

(CHATHAM COUNTY) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) will be hosting its 14th annual Camp Buddy summer camp for Chatham County on July 10-14 at St. Andrews School, located at 601 Penn Waller Rd, on Wilmington Island. Camp Buddy is for children of all ages with Down syndrome and is designed to help students prepare for the upcoming school year with a specially designed curriculum.

https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-announces-14th-annual-camp-buddy-in-chatham-county-july-10-14-2023/

(HEALTHY SAVANNAH) Healthy Savannah will host its third community feedback session on the Food Policy Council at the Thunderbolt Neighborhood Senior Center at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. Come and share your thoughts so we can better understand the food-related needs of our community. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=631780845644046&set=a.36088874939992

(SAVANNAH, GA) Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) is seeking a devoted preservation-minded buyer to rehabilitate The Kiah House property located at 505 W. 36th Street within the Cuyler-Brownville National Register Historic District. The Kiah house, constructed ca. 1913, was remodeled in 1959 by Virginia West Jackson Kiah and Dr. Calvin Lycurgus Kiah, pioneers in the black cultural and museum movement. The home was utilized as the nationally recognized Kiah Museum, the first African American museum in Savannah until its closing in 1998. After sitting in probate for over 20 years, HSF purchased the property in 2022 with the intent to ensure the rehabilitation of the property and its continued use within the community. Visit this link to download the RFP and learn more about the project.

https://www.myhsf.org/for-sale/available-properties/505-w-36th-street/?fbclid=IwAR2XXkiScAsP3WOlSn3VvNOwqX4-KaKG08NAfS_guZPhIt4MNzxJ9d1K9Aw

(LOWCOUNTRY DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY) This FREE workshop at 12 p.m. on June 6 is designed to help families and professionals understand how to plan for the future of a child with different abilities. Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c9kgQht4TVS4OuX9FtYXag

(SAVANNAH, GA) At its 168th annual meeting on May 16, the YMCA of Coastal Georgia presented honors to community leaders and volunteers who went above and beyond to support the Y mission in 2022. These honorees included a presentation of a Community Builder Award to Ervenia Bowers, a devoted volunteer who actively involves herself in connecting information and resources to underserved neighborhoods. A regular volunteer at one of the YMCA’s Fresh Express no-cost food distribution sites, Bowers also collects and hand-delivers fresh groceries to home-bound seniors on the west side of Savannah. She has contributed extra items to the Fresh Express program at her own expense including hand sanitizer, cleaning wipes, PPE and 2023 calendars; and goes above and beyond by acting as a megaphone and advocate for the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, the REACH grant, and for partner Healthy Savannah.

https://www.ymcaofcoastalga.org/2023/05/24/ymca-of-coastal-georgia-honors-community-leaders-with-service-awards/

(SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS) Savannah Philharmonic leader: Renovated Mercer Theatre would have “so much to offer.” Savannah and our surrounding counties deserve a world-class performing arts facility, and together as a community we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to dream of what is possible.

https://www.savannahnow.com/story/opinion/letters/2023/05/25/mercer-theatre-a-performing-arts-hall-worth-restoring-benefit-savannah/70243337007/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah area financial institutions are facing an imminent deadline to comply with a new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule. Seimitsu Corp., the Savannah-based business specializing in IT managed services and high-speed broadband fiber services, is standing by to assist applicable businesses with compliance requirements in advance of the June 9 deadline. Examples of newly defined financial institutions include : https://carriagetradepr.com/seimitsu-assists-financial-institutions-in-preparing-for-june-9-ftc-compliance-deadline/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Union Mission will host its 8th Annual Raising Hope on Tuesday, June 6 at the Savannah Convention Center. Presented by Oliver Maner LLP and Nine Line Apparel, the event will be emceed by Rabbi Robert Haas, leader of Congregation Mickve Israel and Tina Tyus-Shaw, lead anchor for WSAV News 3 as a special guest emcee. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., featuring Jeremy Davis & the Equinox Jazz Trio and domestic & international travel silent auction items by AmFund, followed by dinner & program at 7:00 p.m. The program will feature keynote speaker David Ambroz. He is a national poverty and child welfare expert and advocate, Emmy nominated, and best-selling author of A Place Called Home. Tickets, tables and sponsorship opportunities for Raising Hope are available at www.unionmission.org. For more information, contact Mark Toth, Union Mission’s director of Major Gifts & Organizational Strategy at (248) 770-3933 or mtoth@unionmission.org.

(SAVANNAH, Ga) As Memorial Day brings with it the unofficial start of summer and its focus on outdoor activities, the YMCA of Coastal Georgia announces a fresh new approach to its traditional swim and water safety classes, with a new emphasis on open-water swimming at beaches and in lakes.

https://carriagetradepr.com/ymca-of-coastal-georgia-announces-swim-classes-with-fresh-approach-to-open-water-swimming/

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) Want to drive more sales? Wondering how to convince people to act on your offer immediately? Discover how to use scarcity to improve your marketing conversions.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Historic Savannah Foundation’s (HSF) 13th Colony member event will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 15 and includes an exclusive Davenport House tour. Meet at the Murray C. Perlman & Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center at 323 E. Broughton Street to begin the tour. 13th Colony Members will get a sneak peek into the attic and basement spaces and are invited to enjoy a drink in the garden afterward. RSVP: Members only or join: https://www.myhsf.org/support/membership-2/membership/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society has been named the beneficiary of funds raised by Grainger Honda & Grainger Nissan’s “Rolling With My Chromies” raffle, in which participants can win their choice of a 2023 Nissan Rogue or a 2023 Honda CRV. The raffle winner will be announced on August 12, 2023, at a Family Fun Saturday at the Grainger Honda dealership, 1596 Chatham Parkway, just off Interstate 16 in Savannah.

https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-to-benefit-from-suv-raffle-at-grainger-honda-grainger-nissan/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The YMCA of Coastal Georgia, which operates 11 facilities across eight coastal Georgia counties, has selected Suzanne Duggan for the post of annual campaign director. In that role, her primary responsibility will be managing the annual Community Impact Campaign, the annual fundraising drive which makes so many of the YMCA’s programs possible. This year’s goal is $662,000 for a campaign that will run through Dec. 31, 2023.

https://carriagetradepr.com/ymca-of-coastal-georgia-chooses-suzanne-duggan-as-annual-campaign-director/

(VACCINATEYOURFAMILY.ORG) The FDA & CDC have made some changes to keep the protection provided by COVID vaccines strong and to make the recommendations simpler. For more information: vaccinateyourfamily.org/covid19faq

(SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS) NOAA announces 2023 hurricane forecast. What is in store for Georgia?

https://www.savannahnow.com/story/weather/hurricane/2023/05/30/noaa-announces-2023-hurricane-season-near-normal-season-el-nino/70247724007/?utm_source=savannahnow-newsalert-strada&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsalert&utm_term=Hero&utm_content=nsmn-savannah-nletter01

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(COASTAL PET RESCUE) Thelma and her litter mates were born at animal control and pulled when one day old for rescue. Momma (Heidi) is a medium sized boxer mix, but no clue on the daddy for the litter. Thelma is affectionate with people – she loves to nuzzle and give puppy kisses. Thelma is currently the smallest of the litter. Thelma is spayed and current on shots for her age. She just started potty training and is trying really hard. Thelma is being crate trained and sleeps soundly all night.

https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2023-d-048-thelma/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Live Oak Public Libraries offers free summer programs for all ages. The Summer Reading Challenge started June 1 and continues through July 31, 2023, at all library locations across Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties. The program encourages children, teens, and adults to read great books, enjoy special events, and explore the community.

https://liveoakpl.org/events/src23

(SAVANNAH, GA) Step Up Savannah welcomes its new public benefits manager, Alesha Goldwire. Her email address is agoldwire@stepupsavannah.org and her telephone number is 912-232-6747 x. 4003. Those needing immediate public benefits assistance should contact a public benefits partner in their area: St. Mary’s Community Center: 912-447-0578 / Wesley Community Center: 912-447-5711 / Moses Jackson Advancement Center: 912-525-2166/ Pennsylvania Avenue Resource Center: 912-651-4211 / Forsyth Farmer’s Market: 803-942-5119 / Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship: 912-921-5346.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the Healthy Savannah team every Tuesday for a #healthywalk or head out to explore a local trail on your own. Join us for a two-mile walk at 7:30 a.m. on June 6 at Tribble Park, 12517 Largo Dr, Savannah, GA 31419. For more information contact Armand.Turner@healthysavannah.org.

https://healthysavannah.org/series/healthy-walk/

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(SAVANNAHGA.GOV) Thursday, June 15, 2023. Do you have a unique process for solving a problem? Perhaps your brand is the start of something new. Is it possible your brand redefines a culture for the future? This workshop will provide you with an understanding of the different legal ways to protect your unique business, idea and the many practical applications of your business. In person attendance at 801 E. Gwinnett Street – no registration required. Registration required for online attendance.

https://www.savannahga.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5867&month=6&year=2023&day=31&calType=0

(SAVANNAH REGIONAL FILM COMMISSION) The official trailer for ’The Color Purple’ was just released. According to IMBd, “the film portrays the musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel about the life-long struggles of an African American woman living in the south during the early 1900s.” Parts of the film were shot last year all over the Savannah region. The film is produced by Steven Spielberg, Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones, and stars Taraji P. Henson, Elizabeth Marvel, H.E.R. and Halley Bailey.

(SOCIAL MEDIA EXAMINER) Need to restructure your agency? Wondering how to make changes to your client list or agency teams? To discover what you need to know to downsize and restructure your marketing agency successfully, Brooke interviews Jillian Vorce.

(FOX28SAVANNAH.COM) Healthy Savannah is contributing $2,200 to support upcoming educational events put on by local faith groups. Dr. Elsie Smalls, operations manager for Healthy Savannah, said that the funds come from the REACH grant, which they received to bring flu awareness and covid vaccine clinics to Black and Hispanic communities.

https://fox28savannah.com/news/local/healthy-savannah-partners-with-faith-groups-for-upcoming-events-food-games-vendors-community-education#

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Philharmonic Chorus is an auditioned chorus of amateur singers led by Chorus Master Paul chorus performs with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra presenting major choral/orchestral works as well as popular music at events like Phil the Park. Previous performances have featured Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, Brahms’ Requiem, Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius, Haydn’s Creation, Mozart’s Mass in C minor and Requiem, Orff’s Carmina Burana, and Verdi’s Requiem. Auditions start this month. For questions about chorus auditions, please contact Sharon Mays: sharon@savannahphilharmonic.org 912-232-6002. Secure your audition time by visiting https://savannahphilharmonic.org/philharmonic-chorus/.

(LOWCOUNTRY DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY) LDSS will be holding their annual Camp Buddy in Effingham June 26-30. Mark your calendars! Check back soon for more information.

https://ldssga.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) This summer SHE HUSTLES is set to take place from 5:30 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 22 at The Clyde Venue in Savannah. The Creative Coast will co-host its women’s leadership and entrepreneurial conference with Savannah SCORE and has also announced a partnership with the Startup Runway Foundation for the upcoming event. Startup Runway will bring a pitch competition for existing businesses led by women and founders of color to SHE HUSTLES. Startup Runway is now accepting applications for the pitch portion of the event through June 5. Those interested in applying should visit https://startuprunway.org/apply-for-startup-runway-today/. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.thecreativecoast.org/shehustles.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Creative Coast has opened registration for Girls Code Summer Camp, which will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, July 10 to 14 at the Georgia Southern University Armstrong campus in Savannah. In its second year, camp is 100% free for 5th to 8th-grade girls enrolled within the Savannah Chatham County Public School System. The theme of this summer’s camp is centered around aerospace and will include a field trip to Fly Corps Aviation. Lunch and snacks will be provided each day via the campus dining hall with a celebratory showcase to end camp on July 14. Spots are limited and camp fills up quickly so those interested are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. In order to sign your child up for camp, please complete all required forms found at https://thecreativecoast.org/programs/girlscode/summer-camp/.

(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 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.

(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/