Savannah Jazz Festival to be Held September 18-25
The 2011 Savannah Jazz Festival will kick off with a week of great music September 18- 25, 2011. The Savannah Jazz Festival, celebrating jazz as a living art form-built on a constantly evolving tradition will offer all types of jazz, from Dixieland, traditional swing, straight-ahead and bop to melodic standards, and funky down-home gutbucket blues. The festival boasts the best … Continue reading “Savannah Jazz Festival to be Held September 18-25”
Boys & Girls Club Founder Elected to Hall of Fame
Frank Callen, founder of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Empire, the first Boys & Girls Club in Georgia, has been elected for induction to the 2011 Georgia Boys & Girls Clubs Hall of Fame. The purpose of the Georgia Boys & Girls Club Hall of Fame is to celebrate the extraordinary youth, men and women who have … Continue reading “Boys & Girls Club Founder Elected to Hall of Fame”
United House of Prayer For All People to Celebrate 85th Annual Holy Convocation
The United House of Prayer for All People of the Church on the Rock of the Apostolic Faith, will celebrate its 85th Annual Holy Convocation in Savannah, Ga., September 18th through 25th 2011. The week long celebration will include musical programs and the preaching of God’s Word nightly. Services will begin at 7:30 p.m. The celebration will welcome the organization’s … Continue reading “United House of Prayer For All People to Celebrate 85th Annual Holy Convocation”
United Way Sets a Campaign Goal of $8,255,555
United Way of the Coastal Empire has announced its goal for the 2011 community campaign at the Kick-Off event held at the Savannah Civic Center on Thursday, September 8, with approximately 1,000 people in attendance to help mark the occasion. The organization has set an ambitious target of $8,255,555 up $255,555 from last year. Funds raised from the annual Campaign … Continue reading “United Way Sets a Campaign Goal of $8,255,555”
Local Author to hold Book Signing at Bull Street Library
Carolyn Guilford, local author and certified nutrition consultant, will hold a book signing for her latest book, “Health is a Choice!” on Sunday September 25, 2011 at 3:00 PM sponsored by the Friends of the Live Oak Public Library System of Chatham County, Bull Street Library. Guilford will be discussing the book and the importance of making decisions which enhance … Continue reading “Local Author to hold Book Signing at Bull Street Library”
Liquid Robotics Receives Savannah Ocean Exchange Gulfstream Navigator Award
The Savannah Ocean Exchange announced that Liquid Robotics is the recipient of the 2011 Gulfstream Navigator Award, an honor that included a $100,000 prize funded by Gulfstream Aerospace, headquartered in Savannah. The Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011 recognizes the best solution to positively shape the future of our coasts, one of the goals of the Savannah Ocean Exchange. Representatives of Liquid … Continue reading “Liquid Robotics Receives Savannah Ocean Exchange Gulfstream Navigator Award”
Jack and Jill Foundation Awards $278,000 in Support of Youth
Jack and Jill of America Foundation President Erik Cliette reports that the Foundation will continue to support youth and children. “This year, over 60 programs throughout the United States have been awarded grants and scholarships to ensure that we are investing in our future leaders,” says Cliette. Many organizations throughout the country apply for grants in the following categories: Independent … Continue reading “Jack and Jill Foundation Awards $278,000 in Support of Youth”
Sports with Walter Moore
SSU Boosters Seeking New Members The Savannah State Booster Club is having a membership drive. Club president Bobby Lockett is encouraging new members to join as we as former members to renew their membership. Yearly dues are only $30. As part of a membership drive package for $100, one can purchase football season tickets and get a one year Booster … Continue reading “Sports with Walter Moore”
Savannah State, North Carolina Central Become Full Members of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) confirmed that North Carolina Central University and Savannah State University have met the criteria to become full members of the conference effective September 1, 2011. “We are elated to have North Carolina Central and Savannah State to become full members of the MEAC family,” said Commissioner Dennis Thomas. “I am pleased to announce that both … Continue reading “Savannah State, North Carolina Central Become Full Members of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference”
Omotunde Festival
The 1st Omotunde Festival will be held Saturday, September 17, 2011 here in Savannah. Ga. The Omotunde Festival is a recurring celebration that calls forth a cultural renaissance among African descendants in America in order to do their part to meet the challenges of the hanging world. Festival schedule includes: 9am-10am- Sankofa Walk This walk will begin at Morrell Park … Continue reading “Omotunde Festival”