Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis

By | February 22, 2012

The greatest big band in the land returns to Savannah March 1 at 6 p.m. in the Trustees Theater for an evening of full-tilt swing. Celebrating the 50th birthday of bandleader Wynton Marsalis, the orchestra will perform a retrospective of his own compositories and arrangements of big band classics – from the music’s New Orleans roots to bebop to modern … Continue reading “Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis”

The Savannah Tribune Salutes Black History Month

By | February 22, 2012

On Thursday, February 23 2012 at 6:30 p.m The Black Heritage Festival will present “Uneven Fairways” A film Documentary that “…chronicles the stories of African-Americans who faced discrimination and all manners of indignities just to play the game of golf and the lengths to which black golfers went, including forming their own tour, the United Golf Association.” This event is … Continue reading “The Savannah Tribune Salutes Black History Month”

61st Southern Regional Press Institute Held

By | February 22, 2012

Carl Azuz said last Friday at Savannah State University’s 61st Southern Regional Press Institute’s Milledge-Owen Luncheon held in the King Frazier Ballroom, that media is becoming increasingly enhanced by footage users send to news networks. “ You need instruction to tell a story ethically,” Azuz said. “We need guidance to tell the truth and nothing but the truth.” Azuz, anchor … Continue reading “61st Southern Regional Press Institute Held”

“Ira Aldridge – the African Roscius” Presented by the Savannah Black Heritage Festival

By | February 22, 2012

On Saturday February 18 at 7 p.m. at AASU The Black Heritage Festival presented “Ira Aldridge – The African Roscius” As part of its ongoing Cultures in Motion series, the National Portrait Gallery, in collaboration with the National Museum for African American History and Culture developed and produced a tribute to the life of celebrated nineteenth-century Shakespearean actor, Ira Aldridge, … Continue reading ““Ira Aldridge – the African Roscius” Presented by the Savannah Black Heritage Festival”

Savannah Feed the Hungry Welcomes Naomi King

By | February 22, 2012

Savannah Feed the Hungry is pleased to welcome Mrs. Naomi King, sister in-law to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., to the Lowcountry this weekend. Mrs. King will visit several area schools to speak about human rights issues that are near to her heart, such as female empowerment and the tragedy of child-trafficking. Savannah Feed the Hungry will be … Continue reading “Savannah Feed the Hungry Welcomes Naomi King”

Community Help, Inc Helps Local Citizen in Need

By | February 22, 2012

Community Help, Inc. a Community Development Corporation partnered with the City of Savannah to assist a local senior citizen with home improvement. Ms. Lucy Grant, a home owner in East Savannah received a new roof for her home. This came about because Ms. Grant demonstrated her need through an application and venting process. During a brief news conference she expressed … Continue reading “Community Help, Inc Helps Local Citizen in Need”

I.L.A. to Host Black History Program

By | February 22, 2012

I.L.A. 1414 will host their Annual Black History Month Program. Sunday Feb. 26, 2012 4 p.m. at 221 N.E. Lathrop Ave. in the Joe White Banquet Room. We are looking for any talent: singing, poetry, creative dancing, folktales, etc. Whatever your talent please come out and participate. You can contact I.L.A. local 1414 at 912-233-2944 or Gregory D. Grant at … Continue reading “I.L.A. to Host Black History Program”

Health Restoration 101

By | February 22, 2012

We pay a high price, in this country for poor health. It is from the choices we make. The American diet of candy, gum, cakes, cookies, white breads, sodas, fruit drinks, and other processed foods offers no enzymes or proteins, no minerals and no fiber, only empty calories. This cost us more than $54 billion a year. However the cost … Continue reading “Health Restoration 101”

Relay for Life Announces Theme

By | February 22, 2012

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life® of Chatham County gives everyone in the community a chance to help the organization save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. The Relay For Life Committee of Chatham County recently announced the Relay For Life of Chatham County theme for 2012, “Get Off the Sidelines and Get in … Continue reading “Relay for Life Announces Theme”

EPACT Inc.’s 5th Annual “What’s the 411?”

By | February 22, 2012

  This year’s “What’s The 411?” is a coalition of partners going "All In" for our youth by opening our organizations’ doors to socioeconomic empowerment. This newly formed coalition has committed to assessing its resources and culture and are ready to connect our disconnected youth by getting in the three lanes of engagement that enhance our youth’s… LIFE SKILLS: Provide … Continue reading “EPACT Inc.’s 5th Annual “What’s the 411?””