Savannah Community Headlines, May 2025

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) is excited to announce the 16th Annual Night of Champions & Hiring Expo, set for Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m., at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront Hotel. The Hiring Expo and cocktail hour begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and an inspiring awards ceremony. The Night of Champions recognizes businesses that provide meaningful employment to differently-abled adults, including those with Down syndrome, and celebrates the impactful contributions of these employees in the workplace. The evening’s Hiring Expo is a featured event, where companies with job opportunities for differently-abled individuals can connect with potential candidates. For more details on the event, including tickets and sponsorship information, visit http://www.ldssga.org

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition will host a free community “Faith Walk” event to celebrate health, wellness and springtime fun on Sunday, May 4 at Lake Mayer Community Park. The event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Lake Mayer pavilions, 1850 E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Activities will include a variety of healthy resources for adults and games for kids. [https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/d5994cf7c0bf8bf93bdd]

(DARIEN, GA / SAVANNAH, GA) Shamrock+, a Savannah-based visual solutions company, is proud to have supported the award-winning restoration of the historic Adam Strain Building by providing construction documentation photography used in the official award submission. read story here

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Montag Gallery at the Jewish Educational Alliance is

pleased to announce the upcoming two-person show featuring local photographers Anna Bliss and Steven Bliss, May 2-30, 2025.

The Art Reception Details, Date: Thursday, May, 8, 2025 Time: 5-7pm

Location: Montag Gallery at the JEA, 5111 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31405 www.savannahjea.org/artsideas

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce invites local entrepreneurs and professionals to its upcoming Small Business Mixer on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at The Park at Eastern Wharf, located at 101 Port Street. This free networking event offers an ideal opportunity for small business owners to connect, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed, scenic setting. While admission is free, registration is encouraged. For more information, contact Sam Wilkins at SWilkins@SavannahChamber.com or call (912) 644-6459.

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(SAVANNAH BUSINESS JOURNAL) The City of Savannah has been awarded a $125,000 grant from the African American Mayors Association (AAMA), in partnership with the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America, to support local initiatives that promote access to healthy foods, improve nutrition education, and address affordability in underserved communities.

https://www.savannahbusinessjournal.com/news/education_career/april-22—city-of-savannah-awarded-125-000-grant-to-expand-nutrition-access/article_bfb83726-c4e4-4a03-8f5d-cf543256e90f.html

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Living Vine, a non-profit based in Savannah, Ga, and the only licensed maternity home in Southeast Georgia, announces its second annual Links for The Living Vine golf tournament, to be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Crosswinds Golf Club, located at 232 James B. Blackburn Drive in Savannah. Registration begins at 8:00 A.M., with a shotgun start at 9:00 A.M. The Living Vine is actively seeking individual and corporate sponsors for this event. For more information, contact Bob Maclaurin, Event Chair, at (912) 441-5673 or email bulldog5504@hotmail.com. Participants and sponsors may also register at https://events.golfstatus.com/event/2025-links-for-the-living-vine

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Council on World Affairs announces the next speaker will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

Ambassador (ret.) Phillip T. Reeker will present: “Victory in Europe: Where Are U.S.- Europe Relations after 80 Years, and Where Are They Headed?” https://savannahcwa.org/scwa-spring-2021-virtual-presentations/

(BLUFFTON, SC) Author Talk with Estelle Ford-Williamson, May 19, 2025. https://carriagetradepr.com/author-talk-with-estelle-ford-williamson-may-19/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Are you retired from the state of Georgia? The Georgia State Retirees Association is a membership based  501(c)4 agency. The GSRA advocates for active and retired state employees. To become a member, visit: https://www.mygsra.com. We need you to join us as we advocate for our Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs). The local chapter’s email address is segamembership@mygsra.com.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Barbara Treadwell Speaks at Osaic’s Annual W Forum Event

(COASTAL HEALTH DISTRICT) Free mammograms will be available by appointment for eligible women at the Chatham County Health Department’s Midtown location at 1602 Drayton Street on May 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. The free screenings are open to women aged 40 and older without health insurance coverage. For more information about available services, please visit coastalhealthdistirct.org/bccp.

(WTOC) The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act was passed more than two years ago, but Healthy Savannah and the Gateway Community Service Board are partnering to bring new attention to the law to help build breastfeeding-friendly communities. PUMP requires workplaces with 50 or more employees to provide a safe, private space for mothers to breastfeed or pump breast milk. Time must also be provided to mothers during their work day.

https://www.wtoc.com/2025/02/10/local-organizations-partner-create-breastfeeding-friendly-workplaces/

(SAVANNAH, GA( BAPS Charities will host its annual “Spirit of Service: Walk-Run” in Savannah, GA, bringing together an estimated 350 community members to support Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society.https://carriagetradepr.com/baps-charities-will-host-its-annual-spirit-of-service-walk-run-in-savannah-ga-bringing-together-an-estimated-350-community-members-to-support-lowcountry-down-syndrome-society/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah observed its 18th anniversary on April 29 at the Charles H. Morris Center in Savannah. The non-profit organization is known locally and nationally for championing a culture of health in Savannah and Chatham County by fostering programs and promoting environments that make the healthy choice the easy choice. During the breakfast event held every other year with its collaborative network of local partners to celebrate the milestones making Savannah a healthier place to live and work, Healthy Savannah bestowed its 2025 Health Innovation Award to St. Philip AME Church at Biennial Meeting. https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-celebrates-18-years-and-bestows-2025-health-innovation-award-to-st-philip-ame-church-at-biennial-meeting/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Musical toy drive and benefit concert on Sunday, May 4, 2025, 6-10 p.m. at Coach’s Corner, 3016 E. Victory Dr in Savannah. Help inspire the next generation of Savannah musicians. Receive two raffle tickets with your $10 donation at the door. Presented by the Little Star Foundation of Savannah. Music by Tommy Holland and Friends, Jason Anderson, Jenna Barzaga, Jesse Jordan, Johnnie Kennedy, Pete Love, Tim Love, Paul Mazo, Joe Nelson, Ben Wells and many more. https://www.littlestarfoundationofsavannah.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Meet the Food Policy Council on May 29 at the Holly Hills Garden from 6- 7pm/ 1712 East 58th Street.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Did you know breastfeeding provides a variety of benefits to babies and mothers? Add your input to Healthy Savannah’s breastfeeding landscape evaluation survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HealthySavannah_BFMom

(SAVANNAH, GA) Join Loop It Up Savannah from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, May 31 at Collins Quarter at Forsyth Park. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under. There will be great raffle prizes up for grabs and a cash bar. Want to bring a cake? Registration is $25, which includes a ticket to the party.https://www.loopitupsavannah.com/cakeparty.html

(SAVANNAH, GA) BAPS Charities will host its annual Spirit of Service Walk/Run in Savannah on June 1, 2025, to support the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS). The event will raise awareness and funds for individuals with Down syndrome while promoting health and community service. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join.  #SpiritOfService #LDSS #BAPSCharities https://carriagetradepr.com/baps-charities-hosts-annual-spirit-of-service-walk-run-in-savannah-ga-on-june-1-to-support-ldss/

WITH MARJORIE

• I’m working on a 12 minute film documentary about a Navajo artist named CARLIS CHEE: We met last year while I was visiting my daughter in New Mexico. His artwork got accepted into the Santa Fe Indian Market this coming Aug. I hope to have the film done before that! https://carriagetradepr.com/when-native-art-stopped-being-paintings-and-became-stories-how-meeting-navajo-artist-carlis-chee-transformed-my-relationship-with-visual-art/

• On Wed, May 7, from 9 to 10:30 Joe Marchese and I will be moderating the 12 Annual State of Small Business in the Savannah Area. This is part of the Mayor’s Small Business Conference. I hope we can live stream this event on my Carriage Trade PR Facebook page. The event is full. Here are all the speakers lined up: https://carriagetradepr.com/the-12th-annual-state-of-small-business-in-the-savannah-area-sponsored-by-carver-state-bank-will-be-presented-on-wednesday-may-7-2025-during-the-city-of-savannahs-mayor-small-business-co/

• Please subscribe to the The Current. They are celebrating 5 years covering in-depth Journalism on the coast of Georgia. Donation based. #democracyMATTERS. My friend Susan Catron is the Managing Editor for The Current. https://thecurrentga.org/support-our-publication/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=39b8b327d3-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_04_27_02_50&utm_source=All+-+The+Current&utm_term=0_-39b8b327d3-165021960

• Mother’s Day is coming up. Each year my friend Diana Morrison hosts a small brunch with friends that have lost their mothers. It is such a beautiful way to honor our mothers. Diana, thank you for creating such a beautiful tradition. I love that each of us bring the china that our families would use. It makes for such a colorful and inviting table. We then go around the table and and each of us will share a memory. Diana, you are the best!