(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah-based Melaver McIntosh’s website, www.melavermcintosh.com, has received an American Web Design award from Graphic Design USA. The website was designed by LETR & Co., a creative strategies company also located in Savannah.
(SAVANNAH, GA) In recognition of Goodwill Week, Goodwill of the Coastal Empire plans to provide ten job fairs open to the public throughout the region. beginning Tuesday, May 6 through Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m. Local residents can learn about Goodwill training resources and job opportunities within their community. Employers in attendance will share information about their organizations and offering employment opportunities to qualified job seekers. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1505&Itemid=16
(SAVANNAH, GA) Enter Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty "Style that Room" contest to get professional help using your existing furniture and accessories in a budget friendly makeover. Participate by posting a picture of the room in your house on the Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty Facebook page and be entered to win a one-hour free decorating consultation from Visual Accents LLC Staging and Re-design (a $150 value). For the official rules, please visit: www.celiadunnsir.com/style-room-contest-official-rules/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Small Business Council Smart Luncheon will be held Tuesday, May 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Savannah Morning News Auditorium. Matthew Henderson and Rachel Young Fields, intellectual property attorneys with the Hunter Maclean law firm in Savannah, will explain how to protect that goodwill and reputation through obtaining and maintaining trademarks. Lunch provided by Vincenzo’s Italian Restaurant & Catering Company. Tickets are $12. Contact Stephanie Boaen for more information at 912.644.6458 or SBoaen@SavannahChamber.com
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah and Low Country real estate experts earned 2013 Top Producer recognition from Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty. The 2013 Top Producers are Staci Donegan, Carolyn Ezelle, Helen Williams Johnson, Stewart Marshall, Susan Myers, Casey Schivera, Lavinia Strong, Lauren Tomhave, Peter Westley, Chris White and Franklin Williams. The 2013 Top Producers from the Bluffton, S.C. office are Catherine Donaldson and Renee Meighan. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=643087082411778&set=a.247668881953602.73418.245026915551132&type=1&theater
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Board of Public Education for the City of Savannah and the County of Chatham requests the honor of your presence on Thursday, May 8, at 10 a.m. for the Groundbreaking Ceremony of the new Isle of Hope K-8 School, locate at 100 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, Ga. 31406
(SAVANNAH, GA) PHOTOS from the Enmark Encourage Health Educational Series 2014. Lecture by Paula Kreissler http://beta.spotted.savannahnow.com/galleries?groupId=430843&page=1
(SAVANNAH, GA) New POOLER classes beginning next Tuesday. 1:30-2:30pm Infant & Me Yoga at 2:45-4:00pm. Integral gentle yoga with Ann Carroll on Tuesdays www.savannahyoga.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) Local author releases her new book, Sand in Your Sandpile, available in print or digital at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Balboa Press. Sand in Your Sandpile is about self-care and building up emotional reserves to help with the negative effects of life’s stresses. Debbie’s daughter was the illustrator. For more information, visit www.sandinyoursandpile.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) "THE CRAWL of the SOUTH" is attempting to break the Guinness Book Record’s Largest Bar Crawl on Saturday, May 31. It is expected to bring 5,000 participants to 30 local bars in historic downtown Savannah. Currently, tickets are priced at $5. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/279211618909173/?ref_newsfeed_story_type=regular
(SAVANNAH, GA) Leadership NOW, Savannah’s first ever monthly lecture series focused on learning professional skills from prominent business leaders in our community, will be at 5:30 on Tuesday, May 6, at 101 Atlas St. Jenny Gentry, City Market President of Wells Fargo Bank will be the speaker. Wine, beer and dinner will be provided. For more information, contact Sarah Westberry at 912.663.7826
(SAVANNAH/POOLER, GA) Bring daily balance into your summer. Savannah Yoga Center offering 3 months of yoga for Summer Special at both locations. $199 for 3 months: June, July & August. www.savannahyoga.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Club of Savannah East has joined forces with the Savannah Coalition on Aging for a rousing Night of Karaoke May 9, 2014, from 6:30-10:30 at the Johnny Harris Banquet Room on Victory Drive. Tickets are $15 at the door; entry includes light fare provided by Johnny Harris Restaurant. There will be a cash bar. All proceeds benefit local literacy programs and the Savannah Coalition on Aging. For more information, contact Savannah East Past President, Donna Shea at 912-598-4926.
(SAVANNAH, GA) A SAVANNAH SPEAKEASY benefiting The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism. Food, cocktails, casino games, a silent auction and period dance music are all a part of this festive event. The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism is the only organization in the region that operates an accredited, year-round day school for students with autism and is one of only a handful of such programs in the entire state. Event is Friday, May 9, 2014, 6:30pm – 10:30pm Where: The Andaz Hotel. Individual tickets are $80.00.
(SAVANNAH, GA) Mother’s Day Wine & Canvas happening at Ampersand, Saturday, May 10th from 10am to 1pm with all proceeds benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) – There are 50 slots available and you can register at https://wineandcanvas.com/savannah-ga.html. Paint supplies and canvas are included in your registration fee of $40.00. There will also be a balloon pop and bake sale. For more information you may contact Kelly Freeman at Kelly23Freeman@gmail.com or (206) 660-4634. This event is sponsored by Jessica Neeley’s Woman of the Year Campaign. To donate directly to Jessica’s campaign visit http://www.mwoy.org/pages/ga/savannah14/jneeley.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) PHOTOS from THE NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS: http://beta.spotted.savannahnow.com/mediadetail/18938409?gId=431183
(SAVANNAH, GA) Goodwill of the Coastal Empire is seeking positive role models for the GoodGuides Youth Mentoring Program. The GoodGuides program serves youth between the ages of 12 and 17 by helping them build career plans and skills to prepare for school completion, post-secondary training and productive work. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1522&Itemid=16
(SAVANNAH, GA) Leadership Savannah Applications Available for 2014-2015 Class, http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2014/04/22/leadership-savannah-applications-available-for-2014-2015-class/
(SAVANNAH, GA) On Saturday, May 10, the Skidaway Island Rotary Club and The Village Library will present the 10th annual Spring Fling at The Village from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The free event includes kids’ activities, a massive book sale by the Library, over 60 vintage cars, an art show, live music and lunch featuring barbecued beer brats and hamburgers. For more information, visit http://songofthesouth.mysocialsplash.com/skidaway-island-rotary-club-and-the-village-library-will-present-the-10th-annual-spring-fling-at-the-village/
(SAVANNAH, GA) Enmark Stations will hold two Full-Service Fridays to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Full-Service Friday allows customers to pull into the Enmark Store, where members of the Enmark management team will be pumping gas for donations. Full-Service Fridays will take place from 4-6 pm on May 9 at 14000 Abercorn Expressway across from Savannah Mall and again at 3219 Skidaway Road from 4-6 pm on May 23. For more information, visit https://carriagetradepr.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1501&Itemid=16
(SAVANNAH, GA) PLAY IT FORWARD Concert May 31, http://www.rotarypif.org/
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