(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES, January 16, 2017

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SAVANNAH’S RISING STARS OF BUSINESS TO BE HONORED JAN 18
(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Magazine and Business in Savannah are recognizing Generation NEXT, Savannah’s Rising Stars of Business, including Carriage Trade Public Relations’ own Junior Partner, Cynthia Wright. The 20 winners will be honored at an event hosted at Cohen’s Retreat from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 18. For more information and tickets, visit

ENMARKET HOLDS JAN. FUNDRAISER TO HELP END CHILDHOOD OBESITY
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) announces the launch of a month-long customer donation campaign with enmarket, a convenience store chain operating in over 60 locations in the U.S. Throughout the month of January, customers at any of Enmarket’s convenience stores in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina can add $1 to purchases at checkout in support of a healthier future for our nation’s children. Money raised will go towards supporting PHA’s mission to ensure all kids can grow up at a healthy weight. To find out more about Enmarket’s commitment to making healthier choices easier, please call 912-236-1331 or visit www.enmarket.com
LSEGA NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Leadership Southeast Georgia (LSEGA) is pleased to announce the election of its 2017 Board of Directors. Ruel Joyner will serve as chair, Lee Beckmann as vice chair, Sherrie Struble as treasurer and Margaret VanHouten as secretary. For more information, please visit https://carriagetradepr.com/leadership-southeast-georgia-announces-2017-board-directors/

SAVANNAH MARITIME DONATES TO RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

(SAVANNAH, GA) For the third consecutive year, Savannah Maritime After Hours presented the Ronald McDonald House of the Coastal Empire a $1,000 donation. Maritime community leaders Ben Goldberg, JIT Warehousing and Logistics; Larry Hearn, Savannah River Logistics and Jed Young, Port City Logistics, presented the check to the RMHC executive director, Bill Sorochak. For more information, visit

LOW COUNTRY DERMATOLOGY PRESENTS DONATION TO RMHC

(SAVANNAH, GA) For the third consecutive year, Low Country Dermatology held a holiday donation drive to collect needed supplies for the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Coastal Empire and to help stock a “holiday store” for RMHC families. The donations were presented to Bill Sorochak, executive director of RMHC. For more information, visit http://carriagetradepr.com/low-country-dermatology-presents-donations-ronald-mcdonald-house-coastal-empire/

INTERNET ADDICTS, THE DAY HAS COME
(MASHABLE) JetBlue Now Has Free Wi-Fi

http://mashable.com/2017/01/11/jetblue-free-wi-fi-all-flights/?utm_cid=hp-h-1#p_qkDl0xmPqP

ARMSTRONG STATE OF SMALL BUSINESS SURVEY
(SAVANNAH, GA) The newly formed Small Business Institute at Armstrong State University along with the Armstrong Department of Economics has released its inaugural State of Small Business survey, which examines the growth and challenges faced by local small businesses. Read more: http://businessinsavannah.com/bis/2016-12-19/armstrong-releases-state-small-business-survey
CCDS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

(SAVANNAH, GA) Dr. Ken Boyd, previously the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Savannah Technical College, accepted the challenge to take the reins in January as the next CCDS Executive Director. No stranger to CCDS or the businesses of Quantum, Boyd has a decade-long history with the agency. For more information, visit

SHARE BUSINESS IDEAS THIS WEDNESDAY

(SAVANNAH, GA) 1 Million Cups, fueled by great minds and local coffee, allows 2 presenters to share their new business ideas for 6 minutes, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A from the audience. Come be inspired. Come to share your knowledge. No cost. Location: Creators’ Foundry. Every Wednesday 9-10a. See the speaker line up:

CAT CELEBRATES 30 YEARS
(SAVANNAH, GA) Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) is proud to announce 30 years of service to the Savannah-Chatham County community. Formally established as an Authority in January 1987, CAT continues the long, storied history of transportation in this area dating back to the 1800s and the horse-drawn streetcars of the Skidaway and Seaboard Railway Company. For more information, visit http://catchacat.org
GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT CCDS

(SAVANNAH, GA) The 6th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit Coastal Center for Developmental Services is on Saturday, May 13, 2017. Take part in a Four Person Scramble tournament at The Landings Club’s beautiful Oakridge Course. Golfer Registration includes lunch, greens fees, practice range, cart, swag bag, and fabulous 19th Hole Party. The Early Bird Foursome includes free string and 4 raffle tickets for $600.00. For more information, visit http://www.planmygolfevent.com/29984-CCDSGolf/

SAVANNAH DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT INITIATIVE MEETING JAN 17

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Downtown Streetscape Improvement Initiative will hold its next community meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Coastal Georgia Center. Community meetings will be held throughout the preliminary design phase to actively seek input. For more information, visit http://www.savannahga.gov/streetscape

SAVANNAH ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON JAN 18

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Area Chamber will host the 2017 Savannah Economic Outlook Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. To buy tickets, visit http://savannah.simpleviewcrm.com/webapi/rsvp/v2/?action=details&noredirect=1&eventId=9

JOB ANALYSIS
(MASHABLE) LinkedIn Ranks 20 Highest Paying Jobs

http://mashable.com/2017/01/10/highest-paying-jobs-linkedin/?utm_cid=mash-prod-nav-sub-st

TELLURIDE MOUNTAINFILM JAN 19 – JAN 21

(SAVANNAH, GA) The ‘Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour’ in Savannah will take place Jan. 19-21, screening over 30 films throughout the three-day festival. The festival will kick off on Thurs., Jan. 19 at 7:00 p.m. at Trustees Theater with the screening of Life, Animated, a feature length film by Academy Award-winning director Roger Ross Williams. Visit www.mountainfilmsav.org

FREE YOGA WEEKEND ON JAN 21 – JAN 22
(SAVANNAH, GA) Two of our favorite things combined: Yoga + Free. Come get a taste of the good life with classes all January 21-22, ranging from gentle flow to a kick in the asana dynamic. Visit savannahyoga.com for more details, or join the event on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/1818254478387356/

SAVANNAH CHATHAM DAY SEAFOOD FEST THURSDAY, JAN 26
(ATLANTA, GA) At Savannah Chatham Day 2017, Savannah Chamber members will meet and mingle with local and state elected officials, which includes legislative meetings and a seafood reception on Thursday, January 26 beginning at 2:00 p.m. The legislative meetings will be held at the Atlanta Capitol building, and the reception will be at Georgia Freight Depot. For more information, visit http://savannah.simpleviewcrm.com/webapi/rsvp/v2/?action=details&noredirect=1&eventId=19
THE ORIGINAL SAVANNAH LIP SYNC BATTLE JAN 26

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Original Savannah Lip Sync Battle will be held on Thursday, January 26 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre for the Arts. A $5.00 donation at entry includes five “vote” tickets, and additional “vote” tickets will be available for $1.00 each. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society of Savannah. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1550373701656514/

HOSPICE SAVANNAH’S LECTURE SERIES JAN 26

(SAVANNAH, GA) Hospice Savannah’s 9th annual lecture series will explore the responsibility and role of the religious community in responding to family caregivers of loved ones who are disabled, elderly, or dealing with dementia. The lecture series will take place on Thursday, January 26 and Friday, January 27. For more information, visit http://www.hospicesavannah.org/Annual-Lecture-Series

FREE ENTRY INTO THE MIGHT EIGHTH AIR FORCE MUSEUM ON FEB 5
(SAVANNAH, GA) Super Museum Sunday is February 5, 2017. Admission to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth is FREE all day. Bring the whole family to Super Museum Sunday, where you are sure to enjoy a tour of the Museum. For more information, visit http://www.mightyeighth.org
LESSONS FROM A HIGH SCHOOL HALL OF FAME COACH
(FORBES) Improve Your Health, Improve Your Business

http://www.forbes.com/sites/melissathompson/2017/01/09/improve-health-improve-business-lessons-hall-of-fame-coach/#12ccb1d765d6

“POTABLE GOLD”:  SAVANNAH’S MADEIRA TRADITION DURING THE MONTH OF FEB
(SAVANNAH, GA) Davenport House Museum will host a special Madeira (wine) program Fridays and Saturdays in February (3, 4, 10, 11, 18, 24, 25) at 5:30 p.m. Patrons are oriented to the long and rich tradition of Madeira as it relates to the history of Savannah and then they will participate in a Madeira party. For more information, visit http://www.davenporthousemuseum.org/
MARJORIE YOUNG AT SAVANNAH CHAMBER’S SMART LUNCHEON FEB 7

(SAVANNAH, GA) Marjorie Young of Carriage Trade Public Relations™ will present the first of a two part series, Five Things to Know about Live-Streaming Videos, at the Small Business Council Smart Luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 7 beginning at 11:30 a.m. For more information, visit http://www.savannahchambernews.com/events/small-business-council-smart-luncheon-february-7/

SAVANNAH BICYCLE CAMPAIGN ANNUAL SAVANNAH TWEED RIDE FEB 12

(SAVANNAH, GA) The fourth annual Savannah Tweed Ride will leave from Forsyth Park (near the basketball courts) at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12 to go on a leisurely ride around Savannah. Following the ride, there will be a Lords and Ladies English Lawn Games Tourney featuring traditional English lawn sports. To register, visit http://home.savannahsportandsocial.org/tournaments/222333-lords-and-ladies-english-lawn-games-tourney-charity-event?mc_cid=299a085326&mc_eid=08fa9719ff

THE SAVANNAH THEATRE COMPANY’S “LOVE IS IN THE AIR” FEB 14
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Skidaway Island Rotary will present The Savannah Theatre Company’s “Love is in the Air” Supper Club show on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 14 and 15 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at The Plantation Club at The Landings. Proceeds benefit the Savannah Early Childhood Foundation and other local children’s charities. For more information, visit  http://www.skidawayrotary.org/
GET MARRIED IN THE DAVENPORT HOUS GARDEN FEB 14
(SAVANNAH, GA) For the first time, Davenport House Museum’s garden will be available for wedding ceremonies on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, Feb. 14. There are 24 slots available, and ceremonies will be offered every 15 minutes. For more information, visit http://www.davenporthousemuseum.org/
MARYLAND MIXER MARCH 22
(SAVANNAH, GA) If you are from the Maryland area, please join us for an after-hours MARYLAND MIXER on Wed, March 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cohen’s Retreat, 5715 Skidaway Road, Savannah, Ga. RSVP with Marjorie Young at marjorie@carriagetradepr.com or 912-844-9990
THE HUMANE SOCIETY FOR GREATER SAVANNAH DOGGIE CARNIVAL MAY 7

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Humane Society for Greater Savannah will host its 17th annual Doggie Carnival on Sunday, May 7 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Forsyth Park. Admission to the carnival is free and all proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/771789232972402/

LIFE CHANGE FULL OF NEW OPPORTUNITY
(BUSINESS INSIDER) What To Consider When Relocating For A Career

http://www.businessinsider.com/sc/things-to-do-when-moving-for-your-job-2017-1?jp_cmp=en/10264199/ext/77995246/137215123

ACCEPTING PUBLIC RELATIONS / MARKETING INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS
(SAVANNAH, GA) Carriage Trade Public Relations and Cecilia Russo Marketing are currently accepting applications for our spring internship program. Intern responsibilities will include media relations, writing press releases and awards, photography, videography, search engine optimization, researching keywords, social media management, and community relations. For more information or to apply, email Cynthia Wright at savannahpublicrelations@gmail.com

IZZY LOOKING FOR A HOME
(SAVANNAH, GA) It’s Ms.Izzy. The most beautiful girl in the world. She’s of an older model, and requires a bit more attention than most, but she is an amazing doggy. Completely trained, potty and leash-wise, she just needs a forever home. A little shy at first, but now she plays and cuddles like a puppy. And then sleeps it off. She even loves baths. She has hearing and sight issues, but we’re finding she can see better than we thought. Very loving girl and would be perfect for someone who is home a lot with time to spoil this angel. For more information, visit

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