Chatham County Parks & Recreation To Hold Art Bar Event

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

On Friday, December 28, 2018 from 6 PM – 9 PM, Chatham County Parks and Recreation will hold a social gathering for adults sharing a common interest in art at The Lake Mayer Conference Room (1850 East Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA 3106). Basic art mediums will be provided for attendees to create art (no experience required). Participants must be 18 … Continue reading “Chatham County Parks & Recreation To Hold Art Bar Event”

Leadership Southeast Georgia Announces 2019 Board of Directors

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Leadership Southeast Georgia has announced the election of its 2019 board of directors that will include Lee Beckmann, of the Georgia Ports Authority, as its chair and Brynn Grant, of the Savannah Economic Development Authority, as vice chair. The new executive board will include Beckmann and Grant plus the following community leaders: Treasurer: Jon Seagraves, Citizens Bank, Bryan County; Secretary: … Continue reading “Leadership Southeast Georgia Announces 2019 Board of Directors”

Mediation Center’s Community Conferencing Program Bolstered By Encouraging Data

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Recently released statistics on the Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire’s Community Conferencing program indicate that the initiative makes a key difference when utilized by area youth. Community Conferencing, which is overseen by Mediation Center Youth Programs Director Crystal Commodore, provides a safe and structured space for people involved in a conflict or crime to meet and resolve the incident. … Continue reading “Mediation Center’s Community Conferencing Program Bolstered By Encouraging Data”

One Hundred Children’s Foundation Celebrates Its 24th Anniversary

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

On November 16, 2018, The One Hundred Children’s Foundation celebrated its 24th year by awarding $120,000 to 7 local pediatric charitable organizations. The celebration took place aboard the Georgia Queen, where members of the recipient organizations joined The One Hundred Children’s Foundation members for dinner and dancing. The event was presided over by President Ann Walker, Vice President Carri Stolz, … Continue reading “One Hundred Children’s Foundation Celebrates Its 24th Anniversary”

10th Annual Student Success Expo to Take Place January 5, 2019

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Join us for the 10th Annual Student Success Expo and STEM Festival on Saturday, January 5, 2019, at the Savannah Mall from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. In addition to college and career information, attendees will enjoy interactive displays and learn about all public school options across the district while gaining valuable information related to program pathways. For the second … Continue reading “10th Annual Student Success Expo to Take Place January 5, 2019”

Savannah Business Leaders Host Holiday Toy Drive & Fundraiser for Greenbriar Children’s Center

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Over the past couple weeks, Savannah Master Calendar’s 11 partners and other local businesses joined together to collect new, unwrapped toys for children of all ages, as well as monetary donations, to benefit Greenbriar Children’s Center. The toy drive was a success, celebrated at the SMC partner holiday party on December 18 at Savannah Wine Cellar. Executive Director Gena Taylor … Continue reading “Savannah Business Leaders Host Holiday Toy Drive & Fundraiser for Greenbriar Children’s Center”

Crossing Horizons

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum invites the community to the opening reception of “Crossing Horizons” the luminous works of internationally acclaimed artist Cynthia Knott. Friday, 18 January, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Ships of the Sea. The reception is presented free of charge along with complimentary refreshments. About “Crossing Hozons” In the spring of 1819, the Steamship Savannah began … Continue reading “Crossing Horizons”

Ring In 2019 With “Up The Cup” Countdown On River Street

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Raise a glass with us and celebrate the New Year in true Savannah style at the Savannah Waterfront Association’s “Up the Cup” countdown sponsored by Wet Willie’s. The New Year’s Eve celebration takes place Monday, December 31st beginning at 2PM on historic River Street. Live bands and DJs will rock Rousakis Plaza with a fantastic light show while we countdown … Continue reading “Ring In 2019 With “Up The Cup” Countdown On River Street”

Roy Minter To Be Sworn In As SPD Chief

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

Roy Minter will be officially sworn in as the police chief of the Savannah Police Department during a ceremony at the Fountain at Forsyth Park at 1 p.m. Dec. 28. The new police chief was selected in June following a national recruitment search. The finalists went through a series of interviews and meetings with key executive city staff, two citizens … Continue reading “Roy Minter To Be Sworn In As SPD Chief”

Savannah Native Leads Lassiter Band To Rose Bowl

By Savannah Tribune | December 26, 2018

James E. Thompson, Jr. is the director of bands at Lassiter High School in Marietta, Georgia. Mr. Thompson is a native of Savannah, Georgia and a 1993 honor graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School where he performed under the direction of Mr. Gary Lackey. As a high school student, Mr. Thompson was considered one of the finest trombone players … Continue reading “Savannah Native Leads Lassiter Band To Rose Bowl”