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STATE OF SMALL BUSINESS
(SAVANNAH, GA) THIS WEEK: The STATE OF SMALL BUSINESS, presented by SCORE and Wells Fargo, will be held on Wednesday, May 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. During the FREE conference, reports will be issued by 10 area experts that will have 3 minutes each to present their information on measurable benchmarks relating to Savannah’s small business community. This luncheon is free, but RSVPs are required. To reserve a seat please RSVP to SCORE at 912.652-4335 or visit http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ecbseenif6cafe3a&llr=anwty5eab
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the third annual “Movement in the Park,” a health and wellness fair for all ages on Sunday, May 15, 2016 – 2:00P.M.-5:00P.M. in Forsyth Park. Participants can join in the “Dawning of a Miracle Mile” (a one mile walk/run), Zumba and all kinds of dances, health screenings, vendors, refreshments, fun and a whole lot more. Donation for this event is only $10.00 For more information, please visit: https://carriagetradepr.com/dawn-baker-fleet-feet-sports-savannah-present-movement-park/(SAVANNAH, GA) The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber raising funds and emergency supplies for the victims of the 7.8 earthquake in Ecuador. Death toll is nearly 800. SUPPLIES NEEDED: tents, mosquito netting, toilet paper, flashlights and batteries, canned food, adult and baby diapers, baby food, women sanitary pads, baby wipes, light blankets, and antibacterial soap. Drop off at Chatham Parkway Subaru . For more info call Araceli Harper – Tel 912-272-4579. https://carriagetradepr.com/metropolitan-savannah-hispanic-chamber-raising-funds-emergency-supplies-victims-7-8-earthquake-ecuador-death-toll-nearly-800-supplies-needed-tents-mosquito-netting/(HARVARD BIZ REVIEW) Every meeting you schedule costs your company. Find out how much with our cost calculator: http://s.hbr.org/1RKTpXl(SAVANNAH, GA) Enmarket has made a commitment to once again sell paper icons in all 64 of its retail stores in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina in support of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night Walk. The paper icons will be sold from Wednesday, April 27 to Tuesday, May 31. https://carriagetradepr.com/enmarket-sets-100k-goal-years-leukemia-lymphoma-society-fundraiser/
(DEWITT TILTON GROUP) Chris Tilton has been a successful builder in the Lowcountry for more than 25 years. Chris’ family began building in this region back in 1973, and construction is in his blood. A native of Savannah, Chris attended school at the same time as Andrew Dewitt at Benedictine Military School. He went on to attend the Georgia Institute of Technology and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in the field of Building Construction. For more information, visit www.dewitttiltongroup.com(SAVANNAH, GA) To provide help with financial planning during a divorce, Coastal Divorce Advisors, LLC has opened in Savannah. The goal of the firm is to provide clients with the support and guidance they need to make intelligent, unemotional financial decisions as they navigate the divorce process. A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting will be held on Tuesday, May 10 at 11 a.m. at their new office, located at 21 East York Street, Savannah, GA 31401. http://www.coastaldivorceadvisors.com/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Started by the American Academy of Dermatology, National Melanoma Skin Cancer Prevention Month is held in May. Melanoma Monday is an annual awareness day on the first Monday of May to kick off the month-long awareness campaign; in recognition, everyone is asked to wear orange. The goal of Melanoma Skin Cancer Prevention Month is to raise awareness about skin cancer, increasing the chances of early detection so treatments can be given early. For more information, visit http://lcderm.com(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the Savannah Jaycees for the third 2016 after hours mixer on Tuesday, May 3 at the Savannah Cocktail Co. Mix and mingle with Savannah’s premier young professionals from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. With the Savannah Jaycees, you can expect to meet new friends, make business connections and discover how you can make a positive impact on our Hostess City. Cost: $10 for nonmembers; free for members. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1186525091429545/(SAVANNAH, GA) Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh Yoga Nidra Yogic Sleep and Deep Relaxation. Yoga nidra is a time when our bodies integrate daily events and facilitates our ability to heal and rejuvenate and we can directly experience true peace and relaxation. Join Ann Carroll as she guides you through a truly relaxing workshop. Sunday, May 8 at 1:00. $19 in advanced/$25 day of. Full details at www.savannahyoga.com/workshops(SAVANNAH, GA) On Tuesday, June 21, Ellen Blossman, Ph.D. will present, “Eat Well and Boost Your Energy With Phytochemicals” as the second of four lectures in the 2016 Encourage Health Education Series. The lecture will be hosted from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Auditorium of the Savannah Morning News, located at 1375 Chatham Parkway. A healthy lunch will be provided to attendees. Attendance is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required at Healthy Savannah’s website, http://healthysavannah.org/event-signup-form-eat-well-and-boost-your-energy-with-phytochemicals/. For more information on this presentation or the enmarket Encourage Health Series, visit http://enmarket.com/EncourageHealthSeries(SAVANNAH, GA) Lead Actor of “Where Hope Grows”, David DeSanctis will be joining Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society as they present their 7th annual Night of Champions. The event will be held on Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa – Hotel Grand Ballroom located at 1 Resort Drive. This community event celebrates differently abled adults, including these with Down Syndrome, and recognizes the local businesses that employ them. David DeSanctis will also be present for a special screening of “Where Hope Grows” on Wednesday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Savannah Arts Academy For more information on this years Night of Champions, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-syndrome-societys-night-champions-feature-guest-appearance-star-hope-grows-movie/(SAVANNAH , GA) There are 3 schools near Elba Island LNG Storage Facility off of President’s street – which may post many hazardous conditions. Find out more on Monday, May 2 from 7 to 8pm at a Public Forum sponsor by Citizen for Clean Air and Water. RSVP to: CWBSparalegal@aol.com Contact: Clete Bergen 912-233-8001(SAVANNAH, GA) May 4 is National Get Fit Don’t Sit Day-Get Up and Move. The American Diabetes Association has compiled a lit of “10 Steps for Success” to aid in encouraging a healthy environment in the workplace for the day such as publicly encourage employees to commit to being physically active throughout the day and engage CEO and senior leadership in leading by example. To get more tips on ways to get an active workplace for National Get Fit Don’t Sit Day, visit: http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/wellness-lives-here/mission-engagement-days/gfds/(SAVANNAH, GA) Join CCDS for another fun round of golf ON Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Oakridge Course at the Landings. It will benefit adults with developmental disabilities. Last year over $28,000, allowing Community Employment Services to serve a record number of people – people who are overcoming stereotypes and finding meaningful jobs in our community. Registration includes lunch, golf, dinner, prizes, awards, and a raffle full of incredible items that will suit any taste! For more information, visit the Golf Tournament Homepage or call (912) 644-7500. (SAVANNAH, GA) CIS Community in Schools is hosting a fashion show fund raiser on Thursday, May 12 at the Savannah Golf Club. Tickets are $35.Communities in Schools is the nation’s leading dropout prevention program dedicated to surrounding public school students with a community of support. Tickets may be purchased online at www.cissavannah.org/events or you may contact me directly. (COASTAL PET RESCUE) Rick is a 6 week old, male, American Bulldog/Staffordshire Terrier mix who is currently living at Coastal Pet Rescue. Rick is great with other dogs and children and will be available for adoption once he is 8 weeks old and is neutered. To view Rick and other animals available for adoption, please visit: http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2016-d-090-rick/ |
