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HSF to continue lecture series with “Nominating the Kiah House for the National Register of Historic Places”
Submitted by Historic Savannah Foundation
April 23, 2024 – In honor of Preservation Month, Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) will host a special discussion on “Nominating the Kiah House for the National Register of Historic Places” on Thursday, May 16 at the Historic Savannah Foundation’s headquarters, located at 321 E. York St., as part of the 2024 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.” Attendees are invited to a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The discussion will start at 6 p.m.
This event will feature Sarah Ward and Becki Harkness of Ward Architecture + Preservation discussing the process of nominating a historic structure to the National Register of Historic Places and sharing the challenges they overcame during the process of researching and preparing the nomination. With guidance from HSF, Ward and Harkness have worked diligently to add the Kiah House to the National Register of Historic Places, which will ensure the preservation, protection and recognition of this important piece of Savannah’s history. Read more>
Help shape the future of housing by taking survey
Submitted by GSU and Housing Savannah Inc.
April 20, 2024 – Georgia Southern University and Housing Savannah need your input to help shape the future of housing in Savannah. Take their survey to help them better understand perceptions and attitudes towards affordable and workforce housing in the community. Take the survey>
Savannah Branch NAACP to Host Candidates for Meet & Greet
Submitted by Savannah Branch NAACP
April 19, 2024 – On Sunday, April 28 at 4 pm, the Savannah Branch NAACP Political Action Committee will host a Candidate Meet & Greet for contested races during its Mass Meeting. The meeting will be held at Pentecostal Miracle Deliverance Center located at 4712 Bull Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405 with Bishop Dr. James Wright, Jr., Senior Pastor. Read more>
TEDxSavannah Set to Host May 16th Event
Submitted by TEDxSavannah
April 17, 2024 – TEDxSavannah — an independently organized, half-day celebration of ideas worth spreading — is set to host the 13th annual TEDxSavannah event on Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fine Arts Auditorium at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Campus, located at 11935 Abercorn St. Doors will open at noon.
The TEDxSavannah theme for 2024 is Convergence. Twelve speakers will address the theme from a range of perspectives in thoughtful, professionally coached talks designed to resonate deeply with the Savannah community. In addition, TEDxSavannah 2024 will feature live entertainment as well as a speaker meet-and-greet immediately following the main event. Read more>
Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition Hosts April 21 Faith Walk at Lake Mayer
Submitted by Healthy Savannah
April 5, 2024 – Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition will host a free community event to celebrate health, wellness and springtime fun on Sunday, April 21 at Lake Mayer Community Park. Those planning to attend are encouraged to RSVP at https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/39cba6fa531bc8c713f8
Called “Faith Walk” and co-sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, the event will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lake Mayer pavilions, located at 1850 E. Montgomery Cross Rd., The activities will include a variety of healthy resources and giveaways for adults and games for kids such as corn hole, jump ropes and Hula-Hoops.
“We’ll be giving away 100 grocery bags from Forsyth Farmer’s Market, courtesy of Anthem, and CORE will be on hand with free COVID vaccinations for underinsured and uninsured adults,” said Ruby Castro, Nutrition Program manager. “Representatives from GirlTrek, Black Girls Do Bike, and Black Girls Run are also expected to be on hand with exciting information about those programs and to help show off the benefits of walking and bike riding.” Read more>
The Monthly Family Support Meeting by LDSS is April 18: Come Connect and Learn
Submitted by Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society
April 4, 2024 – The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) announces its upcoming Family Support meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 18th, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The meeting will be held at 1525 Dean Forest Rd., Savannah, GA 31408. Attendees are kindly asked to utilize the side entrance labeled “100A”. Read more>
SFD’s Camp Ignite returns for a second year
Submitted by city of Savannah
April 1 – Applications are now open for a four-day firefighter camp that is designed exclusively for young women ages 14 to 21. The camp will seek to empower the youth and introduce them to the thrills of a career in firefighting.
In the camp, participants will take part in real-life training with plenty of hands-on Fire and EMS experiences. Campers will learn valuable life skills and lifesaving skills in an interactive and fun atmosphere.
Camp will be held July 24 to 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Applications are available at https://forms.office.com/g/iqABbpn971 and must be submitted by April 30th. All are encouraged to apply.
Deep Center to Host 2024 Youth Summit and SLAM Competition
The annual free event will take place Saturday, April 27th and feature youth-led panels, interactive workshops and guest, poet Ashlee Haze.
Submitted by Deep Center
March 28, 2024 – Deep Center will host the organization’s 2024 Youth Summit and SLAM competition on Saturday, April 27th, 2024. The Youth Summit is open to all Chatham County youth ages 13-18 to participate. The summit is completely free, but registration is required.
To register: https://tinyurl.com/3rzvf4nj
The world is wild, and lots of things happen every day that impact young people – but rarely take seriously what young people think or want – or see them as experts. The 2024 Youth Summit will be a gathering for young people to come together to discuss and organize around the issues that are important to them, participate in art and self-care workshops, and be part of building a supportive diverse community of young people in Savannah.Youth Summits are sites for young people to organize, network, and learn from each other about effective ways to make change in their communities.
The Youth Summit will also include a SLAM competition, a panel and Q&A with Savannah youth activists, interactive workshops, a special “petty poetry” session with poet Ashlee Haze, and a free clothing swap and book giveaway.
Deep Center 2024 Youth Summit and SLAM competition
Saturday, April 27, 2024
1:00-4:00PM
Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club
510 E. Charlton St. Savannah, GA 31401
To register: https://tinyurl.com/3rzvf4nj
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Deep Center’s mission is to empower Savannah’s young people to thrive as learners, community leaders, and agents of change. Through creative writing, cultural production, and art, Deep creates platforms for the city’s youth and the village of support around them, including their families and adult allies, to share stories, engage in debates, and make Savannah a more just and equitable place.
Learn more at: deepcenter.org
Exhibit Opening at The Beach Institute
Submitted by King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation
March 27, 2024 – The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation is excited to announce The Art of William Tolliver, a new exhibit in the Main Gallery of the Beach Institute African American Cultural Center.
From April 1 through July 25, visit the museum to immerse yourself in Tolliver’s captivating compositions, vibrant colors, and profound narratives that have mesmerized art enthusiasts for decades.
The Beach Institute, located at 502 E Harris Street, will hold an opening reception on Friday, April 5, 2024, From 5:30 PM-7:00 PM. Entrance fees will be waived, and light refreshments will be served. The Beach Institute is open Tuesday Through Saturday from 12 PM-5 PM.
Re:Purpose Savannah hosting “Moonlight on the Marsh” fundraiser
Submitted by Re:Purpose Savannah
March 25, 2024 – Re:Purpose Savannah is hosting their third annual spring fundraiser, Moonlight on the Marsh, on Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 6 – 9 PM at the Re:Purpose Savannah lumberyard, 2302 E Gwinnett Street.
The event celebrates and supports Re:Purpose Savannah’s mission to establish a more sustainable future through the deconstruction, salvage, and reuse of historic buildings. This one-of-a-kind gala event features food and drinks by Daniel Reed Hospitality, a silent auction, live music, and a beautiful marsh view setting.
Individual tickets and sponsorships are available online at: https://repurposesavannah.betterworld.org/events/moonlight-marsh-2024
Re:Purpose Savannah is a registered 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. All sponsorship donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Community Invited to Celebrate Healthy Savannah’s Four Years of Healthy Walks on March 26
Submitted by Healthy Savannah
March 18, 2024 – A grass-roots initiative that started as a pandemic solution for people to escape isolation has become a popular early morning routine for many Savannahians. Every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m., Healthy Savannah’s Paula Kreissler and Armand Turner don their walking shoes and lead participants on Healthy Walks around Savannah and Chatham County.
Now, after having since offered more than 150 Healthy Walks over the past four years, the organization is celebrating the initiative by encouraging the community to join them at a special anniversary walk.
On Tuesday, March 26, the public is invited to meet up with members of Healthy Savannah, the YMCA of Coastal Georgia and Friends of Tide to Town to celebrate the 4th anniversary of Healthy Walks. Walkers will gather at 7:30 a.m. in the parking area at Scarborough Sports Complex, Skidaway at Bona Bella Ave. This will be a low-impact two-mile walk along a portion of the Tide To Town Urban Trail system known as the Truman Linear Park Trail, which is level and accessible, with wide, paved walkways and highly visible pedestrian crosswalks. The walk will last about an hour and end back at the starting point. Read more>
From slave house to school house: Georgia Historical Society dedicating historical marker at City Market
Submitted by Georgia Historical Society
March 17, 2023 – The Georgia Historical Society will hold a dedication for a new historical marker: The Montmollin Building and Bryan School. Please join GHS as we dedicate this historical marker in partnership with the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah. The dedication will take place on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., near 23 Barnard Street in Savannah, Georgia. The event is open to the public and media. Read more>
The Creative Coast announces March 26th SHE HUSTLES keynote and panelists
Submitted by The Creative Coast
March 12, 2024 – SHE HUSTLES is a Creative Coast tri-annual event during which Savannah’s women entrepreneurs and leaders connect, learn, and inspire. The event features an inspiring keynote speaker who shares her journey to leadership and a panel discussion with women founders who are paving the way in their industries. The next SHE HUSTLES is set to take place on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm at The Clyde Venue.
Savannah State University Announces 25th Anniversary Scholarship Gala
Submitted by Savannah State University
March 6, 2024 – Savannah State University (SSU) is pleased to announce the 25th Anniversary Scholarship Gala will be held on Saturday, May 4, at 7 p.m. at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront.
The Gala provides a meaningful opportunity for the community to support students with financial assistance as they work to earn a college degree. Nearly 90 percent of the students at Savannah State University utilize some form of financial aid to achieve a college degree.
This year’s theme is “The Masquerade Gala: An Evening of Scholarship and Splendor.” The evening will feature an Awards of Excellence presentation, honoring a select group of distinguished individuals (alumni and friends of the university) for their contributions to Savannah State and the greater community. Honorees will be recognized for exemplary contributions in the areas of leadership, philanthropy, scholarship, service, arts and entertainment, and entrepreneurship. Read more>
TEDxSavannah has a lot to say in May: here’s who is speaking
Submitted by TEDxSavannah (Savannah Agenda is a sponsor of this event)
March 5, 2023 – TEDxSavannah, an independently organized, half-day celebration of ideas worth spreading, has selected 12 speakers for the 13th annual TEDxSavannah event, which will take place on Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fine Arts Auditorium at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Campus, located at 11935 Abercorn St.
The TEDxSavannah theme for 2024 is Convergence. Speakers will address the theme from a range of perspectives in talks designed to resonate deeply with the greater Savannah community.
Historic Savannah Foundation to Continue 2024 Lecture Series with “Women in Construction” Discussion Panel on March 21
Submitted by Historic Savannah Foundation
Feb. 27, 2024 – In honor of Women’s History Month, Historic Savannah Foundation will host a special “Women in Construction” discussion panel as part of the 2024 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.”
This interactive, engaging discussion will feature female professionals who are changing the landscape of Savannah’s preservation and construction field on Thursday, March 21 at Historic Savannah Foundation’s headquarters, located at 321 E. York St. Attendees are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The panel discussion will start at 6 p.m. Read more>
Free Faith and Nutrition Training for Savannah Church Groups on March 7
Submitted by Healthy Savannah
Feb. 29, 2024, Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Nutrition coalition is hosting a free meet-and-greet breakfast for faith community leaders at 8 a.m. on March 7 at Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church, 425 W. Montgomery Cross Road in Savannah.
Organizers hope the event will encourage people to learn more about the coalition and the impact it has had on the community as well as the resources it offers, including Faith, Activity, and Nutrition training and upcoming events such as its second annual Faith Walk planned for 4 p.m. on April 21 at Lake Mayer. Read more>
Local nonprofit ready to ‘Soup It Up’ for youth enrichment
Submitted by Loop It Up SavannahFeb. 26, 2024 – The last year has been a big one for local nonprofit Loop It Up Savannah, and the organization is looking forward to celebrating strides and highlighting its arts-integrated youth enrichment programs at its annual fundraising event, Soup It Up for Loop It Up.
This year’s Soup It Up will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tickets and event sponsorships can be purchased at www.loopitupsavannah.com.
“Soup It Up gives our friends, family and supporters a wonderful opportunity to come together to support, celebrate and learn more about the work of Loop It Up Savannah,” said Molly Lieberman, founder and executive director of Loop It Up. “This year, we’ll be doing a deep dive into each of our programs, and guests will have a chance to experience the magic of Loop It Up first hand at the event.” Read more>
ARTS Southeast to present Wilton Street Rhythm, a Solo Exhibition by Gabrielle Torres
Feb. 14, 2024 – Submitted by ARTS Southeast
Feb. 14, 2024 – ARTS Southeast is thrilled to share that Savannah-based artist Gabrielle Torres will be exhibiting her work in a Solo Exhibition in our Main Gallery from March 1st – April 13th, 2024. Wilton Street Rhythm presents a series of fiber works inspired by the music of Miles Davis, guiding the senses through the emotions inspired by Bitches Brew, So What, Miles Ahead, and much more. Read more>
A Night of Local Historical Insight: Free “Glory” Screening & Panel Discussion
Feb. 18, 2024 – The Friends of the Bradley Theater is proud to announce a special free screening of the award wining film “Glory” on February 24th, 2024, at 6 PM.
This event, held at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, promises an evening of historical reflection and cultural significance, with many local ties. This an opportunity for the community to come together for a powerful cinematic experience followed by an insightful panel discussion connecting the movie to local history and present day significance. This program is brought to the community for free in part by the Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Spotlight: Facility Use program. Read more>
Join Friends of Tide to Town for Love Your Trail Day Feb. 17 at Bowles C. Ford Park
Submitted by the Friends of Tide to Town
Feb. 9, 2024 – The Friends of Tide to Town (TTT), a coalition leading the development of Savannah’s Urban Trail System, is inviting the public to join them for a “Love Your Trail” clean-up day on Saturday, Feb. 17.
Those interested in volunteering should meet up at 9 a.m. at Bowles C. Ford Park, at the corner of Stiles Ave. and Cloverdale Dr. in Savannah (32°03’48.6″N 81°07’04.9″W). The two-hour cleanup will take place around the lake at Bowles C. Ford Park and the footpath between the park and Laurel Grove South Cemetery. Litter grabbers and trash bags will be provided. Read more>
Historic Savannah Foundation to Continue 2024 Lecture Series with Kiah House Presentation by Dr. Deborah Johnson-Simon on Feb. 15
Submitted by Historic Savannah Foundation
SAVANNAH, Ga. (Jan. 30, 2024) – In honor of Black History Month, Historic Savannah Foundation will host a special presentation by scholar, museum expert and anthropologist Dr. Deborah Johnson-Simon, discussing “The Legacy of Virginia Kiah and the Kiah House Museum” as part of the 2024 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.” Johnson-Simon will speak on Thursday, Feb. 15 at Historic Savannah Foundation’s headquarters, located at 321 E. York St. Attendees are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The discussion will start at 6 p.m. Read more>
Tharros Place to Host “Cocktails for Courage” Fundraiser
Submitted by Tharros Place
WHAT: Tharros Place, a nonprofit that provides residential services for survivors of human trafficking, will host a “Cocktails for Courage” Fundraiser to raise money for its residential facility opened in fall 2023. The facility is open 24/7 and staffed by trained and licensed professionals providing trauma-informed, client-centered care to girls ages 12 to 17. Media are invited to attend and conduct interviews with the Tharros Place Executive Director.
WHERE: Cohen’s Retreat. 5715 Skidaway Road, Savannah, GA 31406
WHEN: Friday, January 26, 2024 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Tickets are $75 and include two drink tickets and hors d’oeuvres. There will also be live music and a silent auction. To purchase tickets, visit tharrosplace.com.
Last year in Georgia, 494 minors with an average age of 14 were identified as victims of human trafficking. Chatham County ranks fourth in the state for the number of sex trafficking cases of minors. Tharros Place’s ultimate goal is to transform those girls from victims to young women brimming with confidence, self-respect, and courage.
The issue is of particular concern for Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, who created the Georgians for Refuge, Action, Compassion, and Education (GRACE) Commission to eliminate human trafficking as a threat to people in every corner of Georgia.
ABOUT THARROS PLACE:
Human trafficking – the exploitation of another person for sex, labor, or services – is a global threat. In the United States, there are 1.5 million human trafficking victims, most of whom are children. Savannah is no exception, due to its high poverty rate, international port, booming tourism industry, and the crossroads of Highway 95 and I-16.
Tharros Place, a 501(c)(3) that takes its name from the Greek word for courage, was created to fill a gap in services. In 2023, Tharros Place opened a 12-bed residential home to address underlying trauma and cultivate a culture of courage for girls ages 12 to 17.
Upcoming: Georgia Historical Society Colonial Faire and Muster and Super Museum Sunday
Wormsloe State Historic Site: 7601 Skidaway Road, Savannah, Georgia, 31406
This popular living-history program explores life in eighteenth-century Georgia through cooking, dancing, craft, and military demonstrations. Fees apply on Saturday, but admission is free on Sunday.
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Bradley Theater Screens “A Fish Called Wanda” at Perc Coffee For Inaugural Pop-Up Movie Event
Submitted by The Bradley Theater
Jan. 23, 2024 – The Bradley Theater, in collaboration with Cinema Savannah, will host an evening of laughter and intrigue at PERC coffeeshop with a special pop-up movie of the timeless classic, “A Fish Called Wanda.”
This event is the inaugural pop-up event for The Bradley Theater, a collective that promises to finally bring an arthouse cinema to Savannah. By joining forces with Cinema Savannah, the largest and longest running film club in Savannah, they are sure to expand the influence of independent, foreign, and classic cinema in Savannah. Read more>
Deep Center Recruiting Writing Fellows for Spring Semester
(January 23, 2024) – Deep Center is now recruiting writings fellows for the Young Author Project, Deep’s introductory program, that engages public middle and high school students with language and their stories to help them grow as learners, celebrate their lives and communities, and express themselves with skill, confidence, and courage. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 26th, at 5pm. Youth are selected by a teacher at their school based on demonstrated need, enthusiasm, and dedication and work with two writing fellows in their classroom. Each workshop is facilitated by two Writing Fellows: local artists, writers, and mentors who undertake a semester-long commitment (12 weeks) to lead one session per week at one of the 14 middle or high schools where The Young Author Project is located. Read more>
Applications Open for Weave-A-Dream Program
Jan. 18, 2024 – The City of Savannah is now accepting applications for 2024 arts and cultural programming through the investment initiative, Weave-A-Dream.
Weave-A-Dream is a project-based funding program that encourages emerging and small nonprofit organizations to propose specific, innovative arts and cultural programming. Read more>
Boy Scouts Join Tide to Town Volunteers for Wheaton St. Cleanup, collected 50 pounds of trash
Submitted by Coastal Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America
(SAVANNAH, Ga.) On Saturday, January 13, about 30 members of Boy Scout Troop 1 and Pack 1 joined up with volunteers from the Friends of Tide to Town for a trail cleanup along Wheaton Street. The volunteers picked up about 50 pounds of trash along Wheaton Street, near A.B. Williams Elementary School. Read more>
Historic Savannah Foundation to Launch 2024 Lecture Series with Presentation by Acclaimed Historian and Educator Dr. Paul Pressly on Jan. 25
Submitted by Historic Savannah Foundation
SAVANNAH, Ga. (Jan. 10, 2024) – Historic Savannah Foundation is pleased to host award-winning historian and acclaimed educator Dr. Paul Pressly as the first speaker in the 2024 Lecture Series, “People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah” on Thursday, January 25 at Historic Savannah Foundation’s headquarters, located at 321 E. York Street. Attendees are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The discussion will start at 6 p.m. Read more>
The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire to Host Anchored in the Community
Event Honoring Award Winners on Thursday, Feb. 8
Submitted by the Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire
SAVANNAH, Ga. (Jan. 12, 2024) – The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire — Savannah, Ga.’s leading organization dedicated to helping citizens proactively manage conflict — is delighted to host the 2024 Anchored in the Community fundraiser on Thursday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. at Savannah Bottle Works, located at 411 W. Charlton St. Read more>
Family Promise calling for volunteers for ‘MLK Day of Service’
Submitted by Family Promise of the Coastal Empire
In 1994, Congress passed the King Holiday and Service Act, designating the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday as a National Day of Service. Each year on the third Monday in January, the MLK Day of Service stands as the only federal holiday observed as a National Day of Service – a “day on, not a day off.”
At Family Promise, we are founded on the principles of community and service, dedicated to supporting families in need. As we approach this year’s MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 15th, we invite you, your church, civic groups, and offices to join us in making a meaningful impact.
This National Day of Service, we’re calling on volunteers to help brighten, ‘spruce up,’ and enhance our spaces to create a better environment for our guests. There are numerous volunteer opportunities available, and we would be honored to have your assistance.
Please click the link below to explore the volunteer opportunities in each county and find out how you can contribute to our cause. Your support on this day would mean a lot to us, and we encourage you to sign up for a fulfilling experience.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We look forward to your participation in the MLK Day of Service.
Find Family Promise volunteer opportunities and sign up by clicking here.
Deep Center, The Justice Reform Partnership present Talk Justice Tuesday 2024
Submitted by Deep Center
The Justice Reform Partnership Presents: Talk Justice Tuesday 2024
Talk Justice Tuesday is the annual virtual series that focuses on criminal and juvenile legal and legislative reform happening at the Georgia State Capitol.
(January 9, 2024) – The Justice Reform Partnership, a statewide coalition representing over 80 organizations working to advance criminal legal reform in Georgia, is excited to announce the 2024 Talk Justice Tuesday series. Talk Justice Tuesday is a state legislative series to discuss the issues and solutions that are important to communities impacted by criminal legal systems and identify strategies for moving forward. We’ll dive deep into specific criminal legal policy questions, and hear from community members, advocates, and lawmakers about opportunities for reform in 2024 and beyond. The event series is free, virtual and open to the public. Read more>
Savannah Country Day School to Present Free Faculty Explorations Lecture Series Jan. 17 through Feb. 7
Members of the community are welcome to attend
Submitted by Savannah Country Day School
Jan. 3, 2024 – The Savannah Country Day School, a leading Pre-K-12 independent school located at 824 Stillwood Dr. in Savannah, Ga., is pleased to host the 2024 Faculty Explorations Lecture Series from Jan. 17 through Feb. 7, 2024. All events are free and open to the public and feature lectures in a wide range of fields by highly experienced Savannah Country Day School faculty.
“Our 2024 Faculty Explorations Lecture Series offers an ideal way to broaden your horizons and learn about a wide range of subjects, from music and poetry to democracy and psychology,” says Kef Wilson, Head of School at the Savannah Country Day School. “We warmly invite the public to attend any or all of our upcoming events in January and February and to learn from our passionate, accomplished educators.”
All lectures take place on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. at Savannah Country Day School. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required at: savcds.org/school-life/faculty-explorations
The 2024 Faculty Explorations schedule is as follows:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 – 7-8 p.m. – Jenkins Hall Music Room
David Elliott – “Why Your Brain Needs Music”
David Elliott, the Music Director and Jazz Band Instructor at Savannah Country Day School and an experienced trombone player who has shared the stage with top artists ranging from The Police drummer Stewart Copeland to jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, will explore the way music affects the brain and why more of the brain is involved in playing a musical instrument than any other activity. Participants will experience the power of music by playing a song using simple, hands-on instruments. No experience is necessary. Musicians are welcome.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Pape Hall Room 207
Neil Gabbey – “’I-amb’ Shakespeare”
Savannah Country Day School Middle School English Teacher Neil Gabbey will discuss the power of iambic pentameter, a rhythmic convention popularized by British playwright and poet William Shakespeare. Attendees will time-travel back to 16th-century England and revisit the most popular metrical form used by English poets and playwrights since Chaucer, regaining an appreciation of Shakespeare’s poetry and learning exciting new lessons from his work.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Minis Hall Room 10
Laura Santander, Ph.D. – “Propaganda or Persuasion: The Problem of Democracy”
Dr. Laura Santander, a Latin teacher at Savannah Country Day School, will examine important differences between propaganda and persuasion, using two key case studies: the ancient Greek philosopher Plato and the father of public relations Edward Bernays. Santander will explore why Plato and Bernays share a concern about the potentially violent consequences of a democracy that devolves into mob rule and why “propaganda” tends to be thought of as malicious while “persuasion” is often considered to be enlightened.
WEDNESDAY, February 7 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Mingledorff Hall Room 212
Meg Haston, LPC – “The Stories We Tell”
Savannah Country Day School Assistant Head of Upper School for Student Life Meg Haston — who is also a licensed therapist and the author of four novels for young adults — will discuss the ways that the stories we tell ourselves have a profound impact on our emotional experience, our response to others and our understanding of self. Haston will examine the power of stories through a psychological lens as well as a writing process lens and will offer insight into how and why we create stories about ourselves and others.
ABOUT THE SAVANNAH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL:
The Savannah Country Day School is a leading independent college preparatory school in Savannah, Ga. that prepares students to meet the challenges of college and of life with confidence, imagination and integrity. A family-oriented school serving children from pre-K through 12th grade, The Savannah Country Day School combines the best in traditional and progressive education to help each student reach his or her fullest potential. Learn more at savcds.org.
ARTS Southeast Call for Proposals: Incubator Artist Initiative
Submitted by ARTS Southeast
Deadline to Apply: February 10th, 2024 by 11:59PM
Learn More: www.artssoutheast.org/iai
Submission Form: https://forms.gle/sYLEGZ2TrRpp8foBA
Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1lIwBJ9E7
ARTS Southeast + Sulfur Studios | 2301 Bull St, Savannah GA 31401
ARTS Southeast is excited to announce the Incubator Artist Initiative, which will provide a local artist with a free studio at Sulfur Studios for one year in 2024. We’re now accepting proposals for this unique opportunity, aimed at supporting Savannah-based emerging artists.
What’s Offered:
Free Studio Space: A year-long residency in a 12 x 12ft studio equipped with gallery lighting and tile flooring. Located on the first floor of Sulfur Studios right off of the Sulfur Shop and directly next door to the ON::View Residency Studio, a prime spot for foot traffic during business hours and First Friday Open Studio events. The Incubator Artist will have 24/7 access to thestudio, including access to sinks and WiFi.
Exhibition Opportunities: Participation in three group exhibitions in our Supporter Gallery in 2024 and inclusion in the ON::View Revue group exhibition in our Main Gallery in January/February, 2025.
Professional Development and Community Engagement: Opportunities for professional development, complimentary memberships to ARTS Southeast’s Supporter Program, SCAD MOA & Telfair Museums, and interactions with local artists and curators.
Mentorship: Guidance in professional practices from our experienced exhibition team and the visiting ON::View Artists in Residence.
Expectations for the Incubator Artist:
Community Involvement: Participation in monthly First Friday Open Studio events and a commitment of 20 volunteer hours per month with ARTS Southeast.
Collaboration: Working as a liaison with visiting ON::View Resident artists to foster a vibrant arts community.
Studio Time: Willingness to be in the studio, putting in the time, and doing the work.
Application Process:
Fill out the form at this link https://forms.gle/sYLEGZ2TrRpp8foBA. There is no fee to apply. Learn more at www.artssoutheast.org.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 10th by 11:59 PM
This programming is made possible with investment by the City of Savannah and in partnership with SCAD Museum of Art and Telfair Museums.
St. Philip AME Church “On the Boulevard,” in partnership with Black Voters Matter Presents A Special Event Celebration for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Weekend
Submitted by St. Phillip AME Church
WHEN: Sunday, January 14, 2024. 12:00 – 5:00 PM
WHERE: St. Philip AME Church, 613 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA 31401
WHAT:
• TOUR The Sankofa African American Museum on Wheels and see African American
History from the 1690’s to Present.
• ATTEND One-hour Power Sessions (Age/Grade Appropriate) – Civics & World History
101 – Understand the POWER of YOUR VOTE – How Government Works for YOU.
Concurrent Sessions Offered: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 & 4:00 pm.
(Facilitators will include Elected Officials, Community Leaders, Millennials and Gen Z)
• CHECK Your Medicaid, Peach Care & Medical Insurance Coverage Status – Medicaid
Redetermination EXPIRES MAY 2024! Are You and Your Children Covered?
• TELL Your Story About Health Care Access Using the “Sick and Tired” Portal
• KNOW Your Voting Status & Precinct Location (Have You Been Removed from the
Voting List?), REGISTER TO VOTE!
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Individuals & Groups of All Ages Are Welcome
Students who attend can receive Community Service Hours.
Power Snack Packs will be available.
Contact Information:
St. Philip AME Church: 912-233-2083; office@stphilipame.com
Shirley B. James: Text Preferred 912-655-7081; sbarbj@gmail.com
Sen. Ossoff commends Loop It Up founder Molly Lieberman for work in the community
Submitted by Loop It Up
Local nonprofit Loop It Up Savannah was recognized Monday by U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in an official Senate Commendation of the organization’s founder and executive director Molly Lieberman.
In his tribute to Lieberman, Ossoff noted Loop It Up Savannah’s work “to provide creative art experiences and connect resources to children and families throughout Savannah and Chatham County,” according to a press release from Ossoff’s office. Read more>
Submitted by Tharros Place
WHAT: Tharros Place, a nonprofit that provides residential services for survivors of human trafficking, will host a “Cocktails for Courage” Fundraiser to raise money for its residential facility opened in fall 2023. The facility is open 24/7 and staffed by trained and licensed professionals providing trauma-informed, client-centered care to girls ages 12 to 17. Read more>
An Opportunity to Simply Be: Drop-In
Submitted by Deep Center
Deep formed Drop-In back in 2018 after noticing an important trend: too often, the young people who most needed Deep’s programming could not access it as a result of transportation limitations. Without adults free to give rides, and in a city with often unreliable public transportation, youth could only attend programming hosted in their own neighborhoods. Accessibility became doubly complicated—though doubly important—for systems-involved youth. With these constraints in mind, Deep dreamed up a series of self-contained creative sessions hosted in community centers, churches, nonprofit centers, and other locations centrally located in neighborhoods where arts-based programming could create lifelines for young people in need of a place to explore, dream, and have some fun. Read more>
The Creative Coast partners with Expansive for holiday mixer & fundraiser
Submitted by The Creative Coast
Nov. 19, 2023 – The Creative Coast is excited to announce its fourth annual Holiday Mixer and Fundraiser with Expansive Workspace to benefit Girls Code Savannah and Toys for Tots. The party will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on the fourth floor of Expansive at 2 E. Bryan Street.
Tickets include food, drinks, and great company! There will also be a raffle prize drawing, including gift cards and products from local-owned businesses. Read more>
Poet and Nonprofit Leader Sam Rush Joins Starlandia Foundation as Arts Administrator
Submitted by The Starlandia Foundation
Nov. 10, 2023 — The Starlandia Foundation, a project-based organization that provides legal and financial support for unique creative endeavors, is excited to announce the appointment of Sam Rush as its new Arts Administrator. With a background in nonprofit management as the former Program Director for FFI, a global cross-community youth leadership program, and years of experience as an artist and organizer in the New England literary arts community, Rush brings a wealth of experience to the Savannah community. Read more>
Healthy Savannah Announces Free Vaccines for Uninsured and Underinsured
Submitted by Healthy Savannah
Nov. 13, 2023, The COVID-19 pandemic may have ended, but the “tripledemic” of flu, COVID, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) that was pervasive last fall and winter is expected to return and be just as severe this year. Last flu season, there were 26 million illnesses, 290,000 hospitalizations, and 19,000 deaths reported across the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hospitalizations from those diseases are expected to remain high again this year. Read more>
Submitted by Coastal Pet Rescue
Oct. 23, 2023 – Tis the season to be merry and bright, and that’s how one pet rescue aims to celebrate the end of their 20th anniversary year.
Coastal Pet Rescue will be hosting its fourth annual Twinkle Bark Stroll adoption nights under holiday lights the second and third weekends of December, December 8-10 and 15-17 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at it’s shelter, 7430 Thomas Ave, Savannah, GA 31406. Read more>
HSF to unveil completed Urban Enslaved Exhibit at Davenport House
Submitted by the Historic Savannah Foundation
Nov. 7, 2023 – The Davenport House Museum is reopening the basement level of the 1820s home with a new exhibition dedicated to sharing the stories of the thirteen enslaved workers who resided there alongside the Davenport family. Read more>
Deep Center hosting Seeds of Hope: A Changemakers Unconference
Submitted by Deep Center
Deep Center’s Seeds of Hope: A Change Makers Unconference, is a free, unique professional education experience, open to any P-12 educators from various education-related fields, related stakeholders, and others who work with young people within the Savannah Metropolitan Area. This unconference centers teachers as experts and provides meaningful opportunities for learning & collaborating with local educators by providing a forum for educators to organize, network, learn, and share their hopes and concerns for their schools and communities. Read more>
Lowcountry Down Syndrome holding 18th Annual Buddy Walk and Car Raffle Drawing Oct. 7
Submitted by Lowcountry Down Syndrome
September 2023 – The 18th Annual Buddy Walk will take place in Forsyth Park, Saturday, Oct 7.
Lowcountry Down Syndrome will be partnering with the Savannah Philharmonic and sharing Forsyth Park for the day. Opening ceremonies will begin at 10:00 a.m., and then Buddy Walk starts at 10:30 a.m. The Family Fun event will be from 11:00am-2:00pm and will kick off with the car raffle drawing and announcement of the raffle winner. Read more>
Islands YMCA – How to Donate for a Healthy Community
Submitted by the YMCA of Coastal Georgia
Sept. 26, 2023, The YMCA of Coastal Georgia, in partnership with Healthy Savannah, is piloting a new program to encourage food pantry donations that help put food equity advocacy into action.
The program called SWAP (Supporting Wellness at Pantries) is being introduced at the Islands YMCA to advocate stocking the pantry with healthy items, provide clients with health resources, and implement healthy nudges. Read more>
Deep Center Presents: Find the Power
Submitted by Deep Center
Join Deep Center for Find the Power, a week of community engagement and debut of our community organizing coalition, Chapter 3025., the community organizing arm focused on restorative justice, arts, and advocacy. Each event is completely free, but registration is required. To register for one or all of these events, click here: https://tinyurl.com/4xwpmumn
“We wanted to launch our 3025 organizing coalition with the radiant energy of the arts, and honor that ear to the street energy with The Art of Justice and the Find the Power world cafe” said community organizer, Omari Fox. “We don’t want another meeting for the sake of having a meeting. It’s a reset for us that honors and amplifies the work already in effect, and part of a longer strategy to educate and mobilize the people towards solutions as we in partnership see fit.” Read more>
Registration Now Open For Free Girls Code Savannah Fall Sessions in 2013
Submitted by The Creative Coast
Sept. 19, 2023 – Girls Code Savannah is back! The Creative Coast’s youth program will return this fall with four, free in-person Saturday Sessions starting Oct. 14. The program, which is a STEM‐based educational platform that teaches 5th to 8th grade girls in Savannah Chatham County Public Schools how to code, will take place in partnership with Live Oak Public Libraries at a different library each week. Read more>
Submitted by Savannah Victorian Society
Sept. 5, 2023 – The Savannah Victorian Society, Savannah State University’s Africana Studies Program, and the Andrew Low House Museum are pleased to host Dr. Tiya Miles, the Michael Garvey Professor of History and Radcliffe Alumnae Professor at Harvard University. At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, Dr. Miles will lecture about her book All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley’s Sack, A Black Family Keepsake. Read more>
Davenport House Museum Seeking Docent Volunteers
Submitted by Historic Savannah Foundation
August 25, 2023 – Are you interested in history? Would you like to give something back to the community where you live? Savannah is endowed with a rich cultural heritage, and The Davenport Houses needs volunteers to help tell its story by leading tours through the historic 1820s Davenport House Museum.
This September, The Davenport House Museum will be offering docent training classes twice a week. Sessions will be on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Wednesday, Sept. 6. Volunteers who complete the training typically work two shifts per month.
Join us and indulge in your passion for learning and help us share this rich history with others.
For more information or to enroll, contact our tour coordinator Sheena Fulkerson by calling (912) 236-8097 or by email to sfulkerson@davenporthousemuseum.org.
Dates: September 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27
Time: 9 am to 10:30 am
Where: Davenport House Museum and Shop, 323 East Broughton St.
ABOUT HISTORIC SAVANNAH FOUNDATION
Historic Savannah Foundation, a leading nonprofit preservation and cultural institution, saves buildings, places, and stories that define Savannah’s past, present, and future. Following its formation in 1955, the organization started a Revolving Fund to save endangered historic properties, now totaling over 420 buildings throughout several of Savannah’s historic districts. HSF continues to build capacity within its operations, secure new financial resources improve its image and visibility, and increase public policy efforts to protect Savannah’s historic districts. For more information about the work of the Historic Savannah Foundation, visit www.myhsf.org.
City of Savannah, Partners To Save Historic Kiah House
Submitted by City of Savannah
Aug. 24, 2023 – Galvan Foundation, a mission-driven organization with several Savannah-based initiatives, and the City of Savannah, have agreed to purchase the Kiah House property, located at 505 W. 36th St., from the Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) and restore it as a cultural and civic institution.
The City’s portion of the funding for this initiative will be subject to approval of the Savannah City Council. Using its revolving fund that has helped save more than 420 historic buildings in Savannah over the years, Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) purchased the home, requested community proposals, and selected these partners to restore the historic Kiah House and put it to use for the community. Read more>