(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES, October 16, 2017
October 16, 2017
Savannah’s
COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES
The Local Newswire
HEALTH SERIES FOCUSES ON IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP
(ENCOURAGE HEALTH) The lack of sleep and added stress may be the reasons you are not losing weight. Find out more about the science of sleep and stress on your body during the Enmarket Encourage Health Series on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the Savannah Morning News auditorium, 1375 Chatham Pkwy. To read a recent article by the program presenter, Davana Pilczuk, visit http://savannahnow.com/accent/column/2017-10-08/finish-line-sleep-freshman-15Davana Pilczuk, Encourage Health Education Series by enmarket.jpg
(SAVANNAH, GA) Speros, a full-service technology company headquartered in Savannah, has expanded its operations and promoted Rik LaSpisa from Account Executive to Director of Sales. He brings more than fourteen years of experience of solutions selling in integrated technical systems design and integration in southeast Georgia to the newly created position of Director of Sales. For more information, please visit http://www.speros.com Rik LaSpisa, Speros
GOLF CART RAFFLE
The Kiwanis Club of Skidaway Island is holding a raffle for a new electric club car furnished by The Landings Golf Cart Center. Tickets are $50 each, and the service group is only selling 300 total. The Drawing will be held November 4 at the Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off. For tickets, see any Kiwanis Member or call Bobby Gilliam at 912.598.5451
BETHESDA ACADEMY’S 2018-19 OPEN HOUSE
(SAVANNAH, GA) Bethesda Academy’s 2018-19 Open House! Please join us December 3rd, 2017 at 2 pm for an information session on becoming a new Bethesda Academy Blazer for the upcoming 2018-19 academic year. Established in 1740, our core values remain the same, A Love of God, A Love of Learning and a Strong Work Ethic. We can’t wait to meet you! http://www.bethesdaacademy.org/
HONORING AMERICA’S VETERANS
(SAVANNAH, GA) Honor Flight Savannah recently sponsored 24 military veterans from the local area, on a trip to Washington, D.C. to see the various war memorials built and dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices in past wars. To date, Honor Flight Savannah, established in October 2009, has honored more than 900 local veterans in this endeavor. For more information, visit http://www.honorflightsavannah.org/
MARCH OF DIMES RESEARCH
(SAVANNAH, GA) Some March of Dimes grantees are investigating why errors in chromosome division occur to be able to prevent Down syndrome and other birth defects caused by abnormalities in the number or structure of chromosomes. For more information, visit http://www.marchofdimes.org/baby/down-syndrome.aspx
(SAVANNAH, GA) Hostess City Toastmasters welcomes you to its Fall 2017 Open House! Located at Bull Street Labs at 2222 Bull Street, Savannah GA, HCTM will feature a 30-minute social hour prior to our Oct. 17 meeting, featuring door prizes and light refreshments beginning at 6:15. The local club new member fee is waived for anyone who joins HCTM at the Open House. For more information call 912-220-5735, email hostesscitytm@gmail.com, or visit https://hostesscity.toastmastersclubs.org/
THE GREATEST CITY ON EARTH
(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Magazine announces plans for the annual Best of Savannah Party, Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive, Hutchinson Island. This event will honor winners of the annual readers’ poll in the categories of dining, nightlife, shopping, services, and community. Carriage Trade Public Relations/Cecilia Russo Marketing were voted as one of the best public relations firms in Savannah, winning as runner-up in the category. For more information or to purchase tickets to the Best of Savannah Party, visit https://savannahmagazine.com
(SANDFLY FAMILY DENTAL) Do you have a child on an athletic team? You may want to get him or her a mouthguard. Custom-fitted athletic mouthguards that fit the mouth properly will reduce the risk of severe injuries. For more information, visit http://www.sandflyfamilydental.com/
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Davenport House Museum, 324 East State St., is hosting a living history program on Friday and Saturday nights in October. Visitors will embark on a candlelit tour of the historic house and experience events during Gen. Lafayette’s visit to Savannah in 1825. Admission is $22 in advance and $25 at the door. Reservations are recommended at http://www.davenporthousemuseum.org/
HOSPICE SAVANNAH UNVEILS NEW ART SHOW
(SAVANNAH, GA) The public is invited to meet Larry Levow and his students at the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Drive, on Thursday, Oct. 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The show hangs through the end of the year and, as always, a portion of sales benefits not-for-profit Hospice Savannah. Levow is a self-taught artist whose education and career were in the design field. For more information, visit http://www.hospicesavannah.org/hospice-savannah-art-gallery/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the Savannah Area Chamber for networking with area professionals as bands play on the field at Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 19. This is a casual musical and sports-themed business connection event. For more information or to make a reservation, visit http://www.savannahchambernews.com/events/bands-ballpark-business-connection-october-19/
BOO BASH
(SAVANNAH, GA) Head-Up Guidance Service (HUGS) announces plans for their Halloween “Spooktackular” on Friday, Oct. 20, from 7 – 11 p.m. at Alee Temple, 100 Eisenberg Drive, 31406. $50 tickets include food & “spirits,” dancing, entertainment and a costume contest. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit http://www.headsupsavannah.org/ or call 912-507-3662.
LADIES GUNS AND AMMO EVENT
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Area Republican Women’s Club, in collaboration with Chatham County Sheriff John Wilcher, will hold the inaugural Ladies, Guns and Ammo event in the Lunch and Learn series on Saturday, Oct. 21, at Savannah Golf Club, 1661 E. President St. Ladies Guns and Ammo will be an educational event intended to instruct women on laws associated with handguns, as well as proper safety protocols. The event will feature gun law and safety classes, target practice and a luncheon. Classes are limited to 60 participants, and handguns will be provided. For more information, visit http://sarw.org/product-category/ladies-guns-and-ammo/Ladies Guns & Ammo
SAVANNAH JAYCEES 75TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
(SAVANNAH, GA) On Saturday, Oct. 21, The Savannah Jaycees will celebrate 75 years of service with a gala that will include live music, dinner and dancing. As part of the event, the organization will present its Distinguished Leader Award, an annual tradition of the Savannah Jaycees intended to recognize a local resident who went above and beyond to embody the Jaycees creed “Service to Humanity is the Best Work of Life.” The gala will be held in the ballroom of the Embassy Suites at 6 p.m. This event is black tie optional. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/savannah-jaycee-75th-diamond-anniversary-gala-tickets-37148480104?aff=es2. For more information, visit http://savannahjaycees.com
INSTAGRAM PASSES TWO MAJOR MILESTONES
(BUSINESS INSIDER) Advertiser and User Growth Milestones Passed
(ROTARY) On Friday, Oct. 27, the Rotaract Club of Armstrong State University will host the first “New Generations Conference” in District 6920 to bring together members of local Rotary clubs and Rotaract executives. Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored community service organization for men and women ages 18 – 30. To learn more about Rotaract and the New Generation Conference, please visit https://www.rotaract6920.org/
‘GRAB A BAG FOR KIDS’ AUCTION
(SAVANNAH, GA) Horizons Savannah announces the fifth annual ‘Grab a Bag for Kids’ will take place on Friday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Savannah Golf Club, 1661 E President St. Featured at the charity purse auction, both silent and live, are designer handbags from gently used to new, including premier brands such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Kate Spade and Michael Kors to name a few. For more information, visit http://www.horizonssavannah.org or call 961-8854.
(SAVANNAH, GA) Arts Resource Collective of Savannah (ARC) is partnering with Hospice Savannah, Inc. to present this year’s Arts and Artisans Tour on Thursday, Nov. 2. The tour features art and artists in several homes in the Historic District. Applications for the juried show can be found at http://www.arcsavannah.org/aanda2017. For more information, contact info@arcsavannah.org
(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue introduces Moon, a male, long haired tabby available for adoption. Moon is about 6 months old and was able to be rescued from animal services. To view Moon and other pets available for adoption, visit http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2017-c-074-moon/
