AARP Georgia Recognizes Tom Umstead With Its Most Prestigious Volunteer Award

By | November 30, 2016

Tom Umstead of Sandy Springs has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2016 AARP Georgia Andrus Award for Community Service — the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service. AARP Georgia selected Tom Umstead for his remarkable service which has greatly benefited his community, supported AARP’s vision … Continue reading “AARP Georgia Recognizes Tom Umstead With Its Most Prestigious Volunteer Award”

The Earl T. Shinhoster Youth Leadership Institute Receives Award

By | November 30, 2016

The Earl T. Shinhoster Youth Leadership Institute was recognized for historical research conducted by four of its youth that resulted in historical markers being placed at the Cluskey Embankment Stores on Factory Walk behind City Hall. The Institute received a 2016 Award for Excellence in the Educational Use of Historical Records from the Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council on October … Continue reading “The Earl T. Shinhoster Youth Leadership Institute Receives Award”

2nd Annual Women’s Health Symposium

By | November 30, 2016

You are invited to the SCCPSS Student Affairs Department’s 2nd Annual Women’s Health Symposium on Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 9am – 12pm at Beach High School! The event will offer onsite screenings, interactive health sessions, and special guest presentations. For more information, call Megan Wilson at 912-667-9323.

Savannah Tech To Hold Open House For New Textile And Design Fabrication Course

By | November 30, 2016

The Professional Continuing Education Department of Savannah Technical College will host an open house featuring its new Introduction to Textile and Design Fabrication course from 5-7:30PM on November 30, 2016 at the Savannah Campus (5717 White Bluff Road, 31405). The 40-hour course prepares participants for entry-level positions within the sewing and textile assembly manufacturing industry. The course features a combination … Continue reading “Savannah Tech To Hold Open House For New Textile And Design Fabrication Course”

E. Larry McDuffie’s Birthday Celebration “ Take Me Back”

By | November 30, 2016

E Larry McDuffie will celebrate his birthday with a Musical Extravanganza scheduled for Sunday, December 11, 2016 at the St. John Baptist Church (the Mighty Fortress). Rev. Dr. George P. Lee, III is the pastor. McDuffie wants to sing one more time with his teenage group, the Rosebud Gospel Singers. He also wants to share the good news in song … Continue reading “E. Larry McDuffie’s Birthday Celebration “ Take Me Back””

The Savannah Food Truck Festival Presents Donation To Children’s Hospital of Savannah

By | November 30, 2016

The Savannah Food Truck Festival has presented the Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah with a check for $25,019.19, representing the profits from this fall’s food truck festival in Daffin Park. The organiza- tion, made up of operators of Savannah’s popular and newly permitted food truck sector, gathered in front of the building which is being remodeled into … Continue reading “The Savannah Food Truck Festival Presents Donation To Children’s Hospital of Savannah”

MLK Parade Application Deadline Approaching

By | November 30, 2016

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association is proud to announce that we are still receiving applications for the 2017 Parade which will take place on Monday, January 16, 2017, beginning at 10:00 A.M. The final date for submitting an application without penalty is November 30, 2016. A late fee will be added to the regular entry fee … Continue reading “MLK Parade Application Deadline Approaching”

Official Portrait Unveiling Of Former Mayor Edna Branch Jackson

By | November 30, 2016

The City of Savannah will host the official portrait unveiling of former Mayor Edna Branch Jackson on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. Mayor Jackson was installed in office January 2012 as the 65th Mayor of Savannah becoming first African American female to hold that position. Edna Branch was … Continue reading “Official Portrait Unveiling Of Former Mayor Edna Branch Jackson”

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association, Inc. Kicks Off 2017 Celebration

By | November 30, 2016

The Martin Luter King, Jr. Observance Day Association will kick off the 2017 celebration with the presentation of the honorees on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 5p.m. In the King Frazier Ballroom of Savannah State University. The Board of the Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day Association, Inc. cordially invites you, our sponsors, supporters, and friends to attend the MLK … Continue reading “The Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association, Inc. Kicks Off 2017 Celebration”

The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation Presents “Jazz At The Beach” Benefit Concert

By | November 30, 2016

The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation, Inc. (‘KTCF’) is pleased to announce this year’s annual Jazz at the Beach Benefit Concert featuring Teddy Adams and The Three Divas (Huxsie Scott, Gina Rene, Claire Frazier). The event is scheduled for Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 5pm, and will be held at the historic Beach Institute located at 502 E. Harris St. This event … Continue reading “The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation Presents “Jazz At The Beach” Benefit Concert”