Grand Opening of the Savannah Jazz History and Hall of Fame Exhibit

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

A fter three years of fundraising and planning, Savannah Jazz has set the grand opening date for its Savannah Jazz History and Hall of Fame Exhibit for September 17 in the Savannah History Museum. Raising over $140,000 for the project not including in-kind donations the organization is bringing Savannah’s rich jazz history to life. Tickets are $30 and the event … Continue reading “Grand Opening of the Savannah Jazz History and Hall of Fame Exhibit”

One Last Twirl For Serena Williams

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

The 2022 U.S. Open is the 142nd edition of tennis’ US Open and the fourth and final Grand Slam event of the year. It is held on outdoor hard courts at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City. Serena Williams played her first U. S. Open in 1998 when she was only 16 years old. … Continue reading “One Last Twirl For Serena Williams”

Allen Selected As Scholarship Recipient

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

The Unforgettable Dream Fund, a local 501(c) (3) founded by Belinda Baptiste of Unforgettable Bakery & Café, received a pledge of $30,000 to be used as matching funds in the organization’s campaign to raise $100,000 in order to send a qualified, underserved student from Savannah to Xavier University of Louisiana in the fall of 2022. The student selected as the … Continue reading “Allen Selected As Scholarship Recipient”

Union Mission, Parker’s Host Ribbon Cutting For Parker’s House

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Union Mission and Parker’s hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Aug. 31 for the new Parker’s House: A Home for Women, which will be the only facility solely dedicated to providing emergency housing and comprehensive services for unaccompanied women experiencing homelessness in Savannah, Ga. and across coastal Georgia. Parker’s House will officially open to women in need on Tuesday, September … Continue reading “Union Mission, Parker’s Host Ribbon Cutting For Parker’s House”

Chatham County Board of Registrars Approves Sunday Early Voting

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Chatham County Board of Registrars held a meeting with several community leaders last Wednesday for the purpose of determining Sunday early voting dates, times and locations. Early voting is mandated by the state, but Sunday early voting has to be voted on. The vote was unanimous. There will be two Sundays allowed for early voting. Voting privileges in Chatham County … Continue reading “Chatham County Board of Registrars Approves Sunday Early Voting”

Reflections of the Life of Bessie Eleanor “Sister” Wright Williams

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Bessie Eleanor “Sister” Wright Williams was born on May 19, 1931 to Benjamin Wright and Nathalee Wilson-Wright. She was a gift from God to her parents and the second of six children. Bessie entered eternal rest on August 28, 2022 at St. Joseph Candler Hospital with her loving family at her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, … Continue reading “Reflections of the Life of Bessie Eleanor “Sister” Wright Williams”

SHOP & DINE UNITED

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Shop & Dine United is an opportunity for local businesses to give back by pledging to donate to United Way of the Coastal Empire – whether that be proceeds from a specialty item, a percentage of sales from the event, or something else creative. You decide what kind of donation works best for your business! In return, United Way will … Continue reading “SHOP & DINE UNITED”

Tybee Island Equality Fest

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Tybee Island Equality Fest, taking place September 9-11, 2022, provides an inclusive environment for the whole family, and, for the first year, sponsored by the City of Tybee. As the world is emerging from a pandemic that gave us all a full reset, we are acknowledging that struggle and the resilience of our community. Many focused on exploring their true … Continue reading “Tybee Island Equality Fest”

The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire to Host Savannah Day of Peace

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire, Inc. is delighted to host the inaugural Savannah Day of Peace on Sunday, September 25 from noon to 4 p.m. at Daffin Park, located at Victory Drive and Waters Avenue, in Savannah, Ga. This event, which is free and open to the public, will offer opportunities for community members to increase the peace, … Continue reading “The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire to Host Savannah Day of Peace”

Stono Not-Jim Crow

By Savannah Tribune | September 07, 2022

Part I: Stono, not Jim Crow! Following masterclass intensives at eco-cultural Stono River—Stono rebellion sites, percussionist/ scholar Dr. David Pleasant, and his mentee group Step Afrika! will appear at Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St., September 17th, 2p, in a participatory Drumfolk workshop. Pleasant’s 15+ year mentorship of the internationally renowned dance theater culminates in a Stono and Drumfolk event … Continue reading “Stono Not-Jim Crow”