Pottersville Alkaline Glazed Stoneware

By | October 19, 2011

Lecture by George Calfas, University of Illinois.October 20, 6:00 pm (Jepson Center). In conjunction with Beyond Utility: Potter by Enslaved Hands, Telfair presents a lecture by a scholar at the forefront of research on Edgefield pottery, North America ’s first alkaline glazed stoneware vessels. At Edgefield, utilitarian pottery was created for the marketplace by enslaved potters, including David Drake, known … Continue reading “Pottersville Alkaline Glazed Stoneware”

Heritage and Talent Abounds at the Coastal Showcase

By | October 19, 2011

The Hungry Club Forum of Savannah, Inc. (HCFS) hosted the 5th Annual Heritage Dinner and Coastal Showcase of Savannah and the Low Country, on Friday October 7, 2011. The Heritage Dinner brings forth outstanding speakers and presenters on the preservation and dissemination of information on our history and heritage. The showcase runs the gamut of performing, including singing, dancing, acting, … Continue reading “Heritage and Talent Abounds at the Coastal Showcase”

2011 Savannah Film Festival Panels and Workshops Announced

By | October 19, 2011

The 2011 Savannah Film Festival, hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design, is delighted to reveal this year’s program of panels and workshops. The 14th annual film festival, which runs Oct. 29 – Nov. 5, will have a diverse group of industry professionals – directors, producers, writers – from wellknown television and movie studios participate in panel and … Continue reading “2011 Savannah Film Festival Panels and Workshops Announced”

2nd Annual Pink Honda-ween Spooktacular

By | October 19, 2011

Celebrating a good cause – it’s our way of thanking the community for being a part of the Southern Motors Family! Saturday, October 29, join us for a costume party to beat all costume parties. Beginning at 10:00 am, we invite the areas best ghosts, ghouls, goblins, witches, and wizards of all ages to come to Southern Motors Honda for … Continue reading “2nd Annual Pink Honda-ween Spooktacular”

Enoch to Speak at the Annual Boys & Girls Clubs Dinner and Charity Auction

By | October 19, 2011

Colonel Terry Enoch, the administrator of the Chatham County Jail will be the main speaker for the annual Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Empire’s Annual Steak and Chicken Dinner and Charity Auction. A former Boys & Girls Club member, Colonel Enoch is an advocate for youth and families. The host for the evening will be Ms. Brandi Cummings. … Continue reading “Enoch to Speak at the Annual Boys & Girls Clubs Dinner and Charity Auction”

Omar Temple #21 Back to School Donations

By | October 19, 2011

On August 27, 2011 officers of Omar Temple No. 21 presented back to school supplies to the students at Greenbriar Children’s Center. Greenbriar Children’s Center was established July 14, 1949 as an orphanage for African-American children in Savannah and surrounding areas. Prior to this time, black children who were homeless or without parental support were placed in local work farms … Continue reading “Omar Temple #21 Back to School Donations”

The Spirit of Excellence Unstoppable Woman Wins Again

By | October 19, 2011

In 2006, Martina Correia was the winner of the highly acclaimed Unstoppable Woman Award presented by The Spirit of Excellence Business Awards. In 2011, Martina will again claim the title of Unstoppable Woman. In the past five years, Martina has proven that she is worthy of the title. While battling her own health issues, losing her mother and raising a … Continue reading “The Spirit of Excellence Unstoppable Woman Wins Again”

SCAD Welcomes Isolde Brielmaier, Chief Curator of Exhibitions

By | October 19, 2011

The Savannah College of Art and Design is pleased to announce the appointment of curator and art historian Isolde Brielmaier as chief curator of exhibitions. In this role, she will oversee the curatorial staff that organizes shows for all SCAD galleries in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia; Lacoste, France; Hong Kong; and at the SCAD Museum of Art. Bringing more than … Continue reading “SCAD Welcomes Isolde Brielmaier, Chief Curator of Exhibitions”

Exhibit of Patient Portraits in the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery

By | October 19, 2011

Volunteer photographers Les Wilkes, MD and Diane Booker share portraits of Hospice Savannah patients and their loved ones in the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Drive. Their show, “The Gift of Family Photography: Part II” hangs through November 1, 2011. The public is warmly invited to meet the photographers at their reception on Sunday, October 30 at 3:00 p.m. … Continue reading “Exhibit of Patient Portraits in the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery”

West Broad YMCA to hold Fall Festival

By | October 19, 2011

The West Broad Street YMCA at 1110 May Street will hold its annual Fall Festival on Thursday, October 27 at 6 pm. Designed as a Halloween alternative for neighborhood kids, the event is open to all. “This lets the kids in the neighborhood have their Halloween fun while being in one place. The kids have a ball and the parents … Continue reading “West Broad YMCA to hold Fall Festival”