West Chatham YMCA Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat
6-8 p.m. Oct. 21. West Chatham YMCA, 165 Issac G. LaRoche Drive, Pooler. This event is free family fun. We ask that you donate a canned good item for the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry. There will be more than 20 trunks filled with treats for the kids, pumpkin decorating, snacks, games and costume contests. For information, call 912-748-9622.
Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Road. “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” by Robert Fulghum, with music adaptation by Ernest Zulia and David Caldwell, will be performed at Wilmington Island United Methodist Church. Tickets for dessert and the show are $8 each. To reserve tickets, call the church office at 912-897-2835.
6-9 p.m. Oct. 21, 204 5th St. The Pumpkin Patch will be open 6-7 p.m. Enjoy a snack while painting a free pumpkin. The Spooky Skate runs 7-9 p.m. Skate the night away dressed in your costume. There will be a costume contest, glow sticks and more. Please bring a food item to donate to Rising TYde Community Food Pantry. For information, call 912-786-9622.
8 p.m.-midnight Oct. 21-23 and Oct. 28-31, The Moose Lodge, 2202 Norwood Ave. Savannah Moose Lodge 1550 will once again have its annual Halloween Haunted Forest. Proceeds will benefit The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center. Admission: $7 adults, $5 children younger than 12. For information, call Kelly Claxton at 912-350-6374.
5-9 p.m. Oct. 21 and 22, Oatland Island Wildlife Center. This not-too-scary “Trick-or-Treat” event is perfect for young children. There will be lots of great activities, and treat bags are provided. Wear walking shoes and costumes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For information, call 912-395-1212 or go to oatlandisland.org.
Oct. 21-23. Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center. The Children’s Theatre presents “Still Life with Iris,” a fantastical adventure that centers on a little girl’s search for the simplest of things: home. The show is the first play for young audiences to receive the Kennedy Center’s Fund for New American Plays Award. For information, call 912-238-9015 or go tosavannahchildrenstheatre.org.
Savannah Arts Academy presents “Beauty and the Beast”
7 p.m. Oct. 21 and 22; 2:30 p.m. Oct. 23; dinner offered with show Oct. 21-22. The Savannah Arts Academy’s Theatre Department presents their fall musical “Beauty and the Beast,” a classic fairy tale about a vain young prince turned into a beast until he finds true love. Dinner theatre tickets are $25 and must be reserved by Oct. 18. Admission: $10; $6 students and senior citizens. Tickets can be reserved by calling 912-395-ARTS.
Encouragement for the Homeschool Family Conference
Oct. 22, Bloomingdale Alliance Church, U.S. 80. Do you want to have sweet relationships with your children as they are growing up and not experience the heartache of rebellion and immorality? Be challenged and find ways that God can set your family on a journey of spiritual unity, purpose and direction. Free. For information, call 912-728-9674 or email asmile91@afo.net.
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Oct. 21, 6602 Abercorn St., Suite 203. The State Bar of Georgia General Practice and Trial Law Section and Georgia Legal Services Program are hosting an “Ask-a-Lawyer.” This is a free legal clinic aimed at assisting low-income families. For information, call Carol Elliott at 912-651-2180.
11 a.m. Oct. 21, Forest City Gun Club, 9203 Ferguson Ave. Competitive charity clay shoot. All net proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Dinner, silent auction and raffle will follow the event. Registration required. For information, call 912-330-7412 or go to choateco.com/events.
6 p.m. registration, 6:30 p.m. captain’s meeting, dinner and raffle, Oct. 21; 7 a.m. Oct. 22
tournament and late registration. Hogan’s Marina, 36 Wilmington Island Road. Coastal Georgia Inspectors Association “Fishing for Scholarships” Tournament. Prizes for first, second and third place. Lines in at first light. Weigh-in 4 p.m., awards and dinner 5 p.m. Cost: $30 adults, $20 children younger than 15. All money raised will go toward the CGIA scholarship fund, which assists local students with college tuition. For information, call 912-713-5838.
7 p.m.-until Oct. 21. Savannah Marriott Riverfront, Ballroom, 100 General McIntosh Blvd. Angelora Salon is hosting the event to benefit America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia. Featuring hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, dancing and the crowning of the prom king and queen. Tickets for the prom are $30.
Candidates for prom king include Floyd Adams, Ellis Cook, James Dewberry, Jeff Felser, Bill Gillespie, John Hall, Ruel Joyner and Clinton Young. Candidates for prom queen include Laura Angell, Lee Ann Holcombe, Edna Jackson, Carol Kirchner, Mary Ellen Sprague and Sara Jane Strickland. Go to angelorasalon.com/charity to cast your votes at $2 a vote. Voting will continue at the event. Funds raised will benefit the food bank and be used in the local fight against hunger.
Through Oct. 23, Downtown Bluffton, S.C. The festival is a week long event offering a myriad of activities, showcasing the locally harvested seafood, delicious Lowcountry cuisine, rich history, great art and Southern hospitality found only in Bluffton. There is truly something for everyone. The highlight of the festival is the Streetfest which includes a juried fine art show featuring over 90 artists from 10 different states displaying and selling their art. For information, go to blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.com.
Oct. 21 and 22. The H.V. Jenkins class of 1966 is holding their 45 year reunion. Classmates from the 1965, 1966, and 1967 grauduating classes are invited to register and participate in two events planned for this reunion.
• 6-11 p.m. Oct. 21, Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown, 5711 Abercorn St. Lowcountry buffet and informal programs. Business casual attire. Cash bar. $35 per person.
• 6-11 p.m. Oct. 22, Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler. Buffet dinner, brief formal program, door prizes and dancing to music provided by DJ featuring music from the sixies. Dressy casual attire. Cash bar. $50 per person.
For information, call Buddy Clay at 912-352-9696 or email elcaysav@bellsouth.net; or Linda Macmillan at 912-355-6315, email linda@alloyindustrial.com.
A Mortality Prevails! Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820
7:30 and 8:45 p.m. Oct. 21-22, 28-29, Isaiah Davenport House Museum, 324 East State St. Experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. Visitors will experience the historic house by candlelight. Not appropriate for children ages 8 and under. Cost: 15/adv/adults; $10/adv/children ages 8-17. Tickets at the door will be $17/adults; $15/children. For information or to purchase tickets, call 912-236-8097 or go to davenporthousemuseum.org.
Oct. 21-23, matched begin at 8 a.m. Eighty Super Senior (60+ and 70+) tennis teams from Georgia will be competing in the GA Super Senior Tennis State Championship at The Landings, Franklin Creek Tennis, 600 Landings Way S. A total of 670 players will be playing to advance to the Southern Sectional. Matches begin at 8 a.m. with play continuous throughout the day. Additional matches will be played at Savannah Yacht Club on Oct. 21 and Southbridge Racquet Club on Oct. 22. Cost: Free. For information, call 912-598-2570 or go to supersenior.ustageorgia.com.
8 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 22, Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn Ext. Over 150 vehicles present in many classes. Includes classes for all Ford cars, trucks, street rods, kits, Lincolns and Mercurys. A 1997 Mustang GT covertible will be raffled off. Come out for a day of great cars and trucks, auctions, food, music and fun. Auction to benefit thge Ronald McDonald House Charities. Dor information, go to savannahmustang club.com.
5 p.m. Oct. 22, Coco’s Sunset Grille, 1 Old U.S. Hwy 80 East, Tybee Island. Help the Stewart family as they battle the costs of Cabell’s heart transplant and autism therapy. Fish fry, coleslaw, a side and tea. $15. For information, call Iris Scarbrough at 912-786-5848.
9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Oct. 22, Savannah High School, 400 Pennsylvania Ave.
Parent University is a community collaborative that supports families. This initiative encourages parent involvement and participation in the education of our community’s children and youth. Free childcare, lunch and health screening provided. For information, call 912-507-8566, 912-395-1092 or 912-395-1096.
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 22, St Mary Magdalene Church, 1625 Fort Howard Road, Rincon. Authentic homemade Russian food, live music, dance performances, crafts and more. For information, call 912-826-5176 or go to stmarymagdalenerincon.org.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 22, East Broad Elementary School, 400 East Broad St. Composters are $45 including sales tax and rain barrels are $55 including sales tax. Checks and credit cards will be accepted, but not cash. For information, call 9121-651-6943. Workshops demonstrating how to use these tools will be taught by the Savannah Urban Garden Alliance at Mother Matilda Beasley Park, 500 E. Broad St. The rain barrel workshop begins at 12 p.m. and the composter workshop at 1 p.m.
Oct. 22-April 23. The Savannah Music Festival Live Concert Series presents renowned artists in jazz, classical, Americana and world music.
• Oct. 22, Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience. American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. 3 p.m. Family Zydeco, $20 ($5 for kids under 12); 8 p.m. Zydeco Dance Party, $30.
• Feb. 13, Leif Ove Andsnes, piano. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. 6:30 p.m. $55.
• March 1, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $28, $47, $64 and $80.
• April 23, Sandrine Piau, soprano. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. 6:30 p.m. $45.
For information, call 912-525-5050 or go to www.savannahmusicfestival.org.
1 p.m. Oct. 22, Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Causeway. Come out for an afternoon of spooktacular kids crafts, a pumpkin decorating contest, hayrides, food, family fun games and trick-or-treating. Register before Oct. 19 for trick-or-treating. $2 hayrides, $5 parking. For information, call 912-598-2300 or go to gastateparks.org/SkidawayIsland.
12-4 p.m. Oct. 22, Living Hope Community Fellowship, 5008 Augusta Road (Hwy. 21 next to Dairy Queen). Join us for lots of entertainment, activities, food, fun and fellowship for the entire family. Free. For information, call 912-965-0406.
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 22. Forsyth Park. The community is invited to join the walk sponsored by The Zoe Foundation during Pregnancy and Infant Loss month. For information, call Danielle Fulton, 940-782-1380 or email Dani.r.fulton@gmail.com or zoe-foundation.org.
7-8 p.m., Oct. 22, Fort McAllister State Historic Park, 3894 Ft. McAllister Road, Richmond Hill. Experience the fort by candlelight. Walk through these historic grounds and watch the soldiers going through their nightly duties and chores. Be sure to stay with your guide or you may be captured as a spy. $3.50-$5. For information, call 912-727-2339.
11 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 22, Mother Matilda Beasley Park, 500 E. Broad St. Come celebrate Food Day, a national movement aimed at promoting healthy, sustainable, affordable and just food systems in America. The festival is free and open to the public, with live music, free food and food vendors, dozens of exhibitors, and three unique tracks of concurrent free workshops and activities for the whole family. For information, go to www.wellfedsavannah.com.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 22, Christ Presbyterian Church, 1765 Quacco Road. Get a jump on all of your holiday shopping with beautiful crafts and unique gifts. There will also be plenty of delicious baked goods and treats. Admission to the bazaar is free. For information, call 925-6441 or email christpc@comcast.net.
9 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 22, The Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, intersection of U.S. 17 South and Canebrake Road.This fund-raising event includes cane grinding, plant vendors, arts and crafts vendors, pony rides, hay ride, miniature train ride, face painting and many educational booths. Admission to the festival is free, $2 charge for parking. For information, call 912-921-5460 or email coastal@uga.edu.
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 22. 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd. This event is open to the public and includes fall fun and activities for all ages. For information, call 912-897-1192.
7-10 p.m. Oct. 22, St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Road, Wilmington Island. St. Andrew’s School is hosting its 27th Annual Silent Auction. Tickets are $30 per person. For information, go to www.saintschool.com/auction.
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 22, Habitat Savannah’s ReStore, 1900 East Victory Drive. Volunteers from SCAD SOS (Service Opportunities for Students) will host hands-on children’s activities. All activities are free and geared towards pre-k through 2nd grade. There will also be a variety of “how-to” demonstrations for adults sponsored Lowe’s and Home Depot. For information, call 353-8122.
6-9 p.m. Oct. 22, Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St. Games, face painting, arts and crafts, a cake walk, baked goods for sale, performances by the Rhythm and Motion performing group and a Halloween costume contest. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on gift cards from restaurants, hotels, tours, kid places and more. $3 children 12 and under, $5 adults. For information, call 912-234-8745.
8 a.m. Oct. 22. The 1st Annual Journey To Peace 5k Domestic Violence Awareness Walk on Tybee will begin on the beach just north of the pier. The walk will end at the north beach with a brief ceremony and raffle results. Presented by the Savannah Area Family Emergency Shelter. Adult $25, Youth (age 12 –17) $10. For information, call 629-8888.
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 22, Adler Hall, 532 Indian St. The Savannah College of Art and Design’s film and television department is inviting all local and regional talent interested in acting in short film productions to attend an open casting call. Men, women and children of all ages and ethnicities are encouraged attend. No prior experience is necessary. Participants are encouraged to bring a headshot or any other promotional tool they may have. If selected, they will be given material to prepare for an audition at a later date.
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 22, Republican Headquarters, 11 East 73rd St. Huge yard sale across from big globe off DeRenne. All types of items for sale. Unsold items will be donated to Union Mission and the Savannah Humane Society. For information, call 912-598-4443.
7:30 p.m. Oct. 23, Ships of the Sea Museum Gardens, 41 MLK Jr. Blvd. The Savannah Folk Music Society welcomes Gove Scrivenor back to the City of Savannah. Gove’s music has “high energy folk blues,” powerful vocals, work on the autoharp and beautiful ballads of his own writing. Tickets available at the door. $10/general admission, $8/SFMS members, $5/children and students. For information, call 912-786-6953 or go to savannahfolk.org.
4 p.m. Oct. 23, 207 E. Charlton St. “‘The One Who Breaks My Heart’: The (Intimate) Art of the Personal Essay.” Author Rosemary Daniell will explore the art of the personal essay and discuss her latest book, “Sugar in My Bowl: Real Women Write About Real Sex.” Daniell is the founder and leader of Zona Rosa, a series of writing and living workshops in Savannah, Atlanta and cities throughout the country. For information, call 912-233-6014 or go to flanneryoconnorhome.org.
Savannah Folk Music Society presents Gove Scrivenor
7:30 p.m. Oct. 23, Ships of the Sea Museum gardens, 41 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Tickets are $10 at the door, $8 in advance and for FMS members, and $5 for children and students. Enjoy the evocative sound of Gove Scrivenor’s autoharp. His songs are full of life and energy and his very personal, soulful sound. For information, call 912-355-7172, 912-898-1876 or go to savannahfolk.org.
7 p.m. Oct. 23, Victory Sqaure Theaters. Vera Farmiga’s (Up in the Air) directorial debut depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their own begins to question her faith. Inspired by screenwriter Carolyn S. Briggs’ memoir, This Dark World, the film tells the story of a thoughtful woman’s struggles with belief, love, and trust — in human relationships as well as in God. $8, cash only.
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24, Habersham YMCA 6400 Habersham St. The Habersham Y Goes Pink in honor of breast cancer awareness month. The St. Joseph’s/Candler Mobile Mammography Unit will be providing on-site mammograms (appointment required). A $10 donation will go to the Telfair Pavilion Mammography Fund. For information or to make your screening appointment, call Dede Roberts at 354-6223.
12:15 p.m. Oct. 24, The Club at Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Island. The proceeds from this event will go to the Priceless Gifts Scholarship Fund for the Islands YMCA. Scramble 25 teams of 4. $500 a team, includes cart, food, drinks and prizes. $25 for non-golfers, includes lunch and drinks. The deadline for forms and payments is October 10th. For information, call Lortan Bruse at 678-316-7865 or Mark Simons at 912-897-1192.
4:15 p.m. Oct. 24, Habersham YMCA 6400 Habersham St. Join us in your pink attire at the Habersham YMCA for an afternoon of Zumba in the “Park”-ing lot. This fun filled evening will include various raffle prizes, giveaways, and recognize a Breast Cancer Survivor as she shares her experience with her battle against breast cancer. Donations will go to the Telfair Pavilion Mammography Fund. For information, call Dede Roberts at 354-6223.
7 p.m. Oct. 24, Farm Bureau office, 1102 Shannon Ave. This is the Chatham County Farm Bureau’s annual board meeting. All members are invited to attend. For information, call 355-5659.
6:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 25, Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Learn about the widespread coverage of bloodborne pathogens, how they are transmitted, how the health and safety of employees can be affected, as well as the training and policy required by OSHA and the methods of disease prevention, so you can establish a program that will minimize danger and cost to both employees and your firm. Cost: $75; $65/each for 3 or more in a single firm. To register, call 855-478-5551. For information, call 912-478-1763.
6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 25. Credit Counseling 101, 1410 Richards St. The Moses Jackson Advancement Center (MJAC), Savannah State University, the Small Business Assistance Corporation, Consumer Credit Counseling Services and the Savannah Entrepreneurial Center are hosting a personal finance workshop. For information, call 912-525-2166.
6 p.m. Oct. 25. White Bluff Presbyterian Church, 10710 White Bluff Road. Learn how to read a nautical charts (including local chart 11512), use charting tools to plot waypoints and& course lines, use standard labeling conventions and do distance, speed & time calculations. Chartlets, charting tools and calculators will be provided for hands-on practice during the seminar. Taught by Tybee Light Sail & Power Squadron volunteers. $10. For information, call 912-368-2400 or go to usps.org/localusps/tybee.
3:30 p.m. Oct. 25, 27, Sticky Fingers, 7921 Abercorn St. Learn more about your Medicare options for plan year 2012 at a free meeting/ice cream social. Diane Hunter, lic. authorized representative will go over Medicare ABC’s and the benefits offered by Coventry-Advantra Healthcare. Space is limited, please call/email to reserve your spot. Free. Senior citizens. For information, call 912-547-1197 or go to hunter.benefitsadvisor@gmail.com.
10 a.m. Oct. 25. White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Road. The Windsor Forest Garden Club will be holding it’s October meeting. New members welcome. Membership fee for 1 year is $25. For information, call 912-927-6774.
DNA hosts meet the cadidates forum for city council
5:30 p.m. reception, 6:15 p.m. forum, Oct. 25. Savannah Visitors Center, 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
The Savannah Downtown Neighborhood Association (DNA) is sponsoring a public forum with candidates for city council at large posts 1 and 2, representing all of Savannah. Free and open to the public. If you have a question you would like the candidates to be asked, please submit it by email to Questions@SavannahDNA.org. For details, go to SavannahDNA.org.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Oct. 25. Rincon United Methodist Church,
107 Savannah Ave. We are holding auditions for male and female actors, singers and musicians for “The Last Supper,” a contemporary musical production to be performed in February at Rincon United Methodist Church. Weekly rehearsals will begin November 1. Call 826-5796 to schedule your 15 minute audition. Alternate number for scheduling, 826-0206.
6 p.m. Oct. 25. Pirate’s House Restaurant on East Broad Street. Capt. Donna Cottrell, former Commanding Officer at Coast Guard Air Station Savannah, will be the speaker. Reservations are due by noon Oct. 21. Cost is $22 per adult. For information, contact Sybil Cannon at 912-964-5366 or RSalty2@att.net
7 p.m. Oct. 26. Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head, S.C. This program will introduce you to the constellations that can be found in our evening sky and show you how to locate them. $7 per person. Please bring a flashlight and a set of binoculars for the field portion of the program. Attendance is limited and reservations are required. Raindate: Oct. 27th. To register, call 843-689-6767, ext. 223.
6-8 p.m. Oct. 26, Savannah Baptist Temple, 1151 Mohawk St. Enjoy games, prizes, fook, cake walk and hayride. Free. No scary costumes. Community invited. For information, call 927-4690.
11 a.m. Oct. 26, Carey Hilliards, 11111 Abercorn Extension. The Savannah Christian Women’s Club hosts a country store, live auction and luncheon. The speaker will be Sue Falcone of Greensboro, N.C. sharing “Duct tape is not the best way to keep your life together.”
Noon Oct. 26, AASU Student Union’s Ogeechee Theatre, Armstrong campus, 11935 Abercorn St. Linda Ann McCall, assistant professor of early childhood education, and Joyce Bergin, assistant dean of the college of education, will present “Some Thoughts, Reflections and Cautions Regarding Mind/Brain-Based Instruction.” Free. For information, go to armstrong.edu.
6-8 p.m. Oct. 27. West Broad Street YMCA, 1110 May St. The Y is hosting its annual fall festival. We also need volunteers to help with games, donate prizes, treats, provide entertainment and sponsor some booths. For information, call 233-1951.
8 p.m. Oct. 27. Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 120 Bull St. The American Traditions Competition (ATC) is gearing up for its 2012 national singing competition with an extraordinary past winners’ concert. ATC Gold Medalists Vale Rideout and Maria Clark will perform in concert with ATC artistic director Joel A. Martin. For information, call 660-1667 or email atcsavannah@gmail.com.
Oct. 27. Quality Inn, 7100 Abercorn St. Savannah Feed the Hungry would like to invite everyone to our Holiday Dinner Kickoff. The purpose of this dinner is to gather for fellowship as we focus our hearts and minds towards the long work ahead in serving thousands of homeless and working poor this holiday season. There will be great cuisine, live entertainment and tons of fun! Tickets are just $50. Proceeds go towards the 2011-2012 Holiday Dinner Season. For information, call 912-349-0774.
Entry deadline Nov. 1. Color Boxx Hair Salon in Savannah is donating a makeover to a deserving friend or family member who is a woman in need. To nominate someone, send the nominee’s name, contact info, a short bio of the nominee, a photo and a short essay on why the nominee is deserving of a makeover and pampering to Colorboxxcares@gmail.com. The winner will be notified Nov. 15 and will receive a new hair style and color, three gift cards for maintaining her new hair style, makeup application lessons, a Spa Bleu manicure and pedicure and 12 lessons at Savannah Power Yoga.
By appointment, Kroger, 318 Mall Blvd. Free health screenings include counseling by a trained Kroger pharmacist in addition to receiving screenings for blood glucose, blood pressure, body mass index and lipid panel which includes total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. To receive these services, customers must schedule an appointment by calling 877-444-9689.
Saturdays. Second Life, 308 Central Ave., Guyton. Winter wear is now out so come in and check out our reasonable prices. LIFE Inc. is a nonprofit organization with a focus of giving people with disabilities the tools that will enable them to be more independent. Your purchase from Second LIFE will go for home modifications such as wheelchair ramps, door widening, roll-in showers and assistive technology. LIFE Inc. was established 25 years ago in Savannah. LIFE’s service area is 11 counties. Donations of children’s clothes, sizes infant to 16, will be accepted by calling 772-4162. No stains or tears please. Monetary donations are also welcome.
YMCA Winter Youth Basketball & Cheerleading Registration
Through Dec. 11. YMCA of Coastal Georgia branches are now accepting registration for youth basketball and cheerleading. We have age divisions available for youth 7-18 years old and our micro league for children ages 3-6. Financial Assistance is available. To locate a branch near you and to register go to ymcaofcoastalga.org.
7:30 p.m. First and third Thursdays, Loco’s, 301 W. Broughton St., upstairs. We’re an informal, left-leaning group of folks who meet to talk about politics, the economy, sports, entertainment and anything else that pops up. Come join us. For information, go to DrinkingLiberally.org.
6:00-7:50 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Candler Heart & Lung Building, room 2. The Historic Savannah Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association meets. The cost is free. For information, call 912-925-4980 or email blynneroberts@yahoo.com.
First full weekend of each month, through December. Through Museums on Us®, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders in Georgia and nationwide receive free admission to more than 150 museums. Among them are Telfair Museums, Atlanta History Center, Booth Western Art Museum, High Museum of Art and Tellus Science Museum.
8 p.m. every Wednesday, The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah shows obscure and/or underappreciated films from around the world every Wednesday. Whether extremely well-made or “so bad they’re good,” their selections are always rare, unique and memorable. Check their Facebook page for updated listings. For information, call 912-232-4447 or go to sentientbean.com/events/view/1433.
10-11:30 a.m. first and third Monday of each month. Islands YMCA, 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd. MOMSnext invites moms to come, just as they are, to experience personal growth and practical help relevant to mothering during the school-aged years. Childcare parovided upon request. For information, call 912-898-4344 or email kymmccarty@hotmail.com.
Noon each Tuesday, Savannah Mall across from “ Hill of Beans” Coffee Shop. The SBC Southside Toastmasters Club meets weekly. For information, call 912-507-3577 or go to www.sbcsouthsidetm.com.
11 a.m. first and third Thursday of each month. Lovezzola’s Pizza, 320 U.S. 80. Come and network with us. All business owners welcome. Cost for lunch. For information, call 912-308-6768 or go topnconnections.org.
10-11 a.m. Every Friday, Puppet People Party Place, 3119 Furber Ave, Thunderbolt. There will be an interactive puppet show, tour of the studio and mom and me puppet craft. Walk-ins Welcome, Reservations preferred. Cost: $10; $8 second child; Parents free. For information, call 912-355-3366 or go to Puppets@PuppetPeople.com.
9 a.m.- 1 p.m. every Saturday, Forsyth Farmer’s Market, Bull St. and West Park Ave. Farmers and local vendors will be at the south end of Forsyth Park. SNAP/EBT and WIC accepted. Free to browse. For information, call forsythfarmersmarket.org.
11 a.m. second and fourth Wednesday of each month. The Exchange Tavern,
6710 Waters Ave. Come and join us for our luncheon/networking event. Cost for lunch. For information, call 912-572-2362 or go pnconnections.org.
9 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, three times daily, Fort Pulaski National Monument, US 80. The park features the nation’s largest fully functional reproduction cannon. Historic weapon demonstrations follow historic guidelines and portray uniforms and equipment of the Civil War. Cost: $5 entrance free, ages 15 and under free. For information, call 912- 786-5787 or go to nps.gov/fopu.
7:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 111 W. Bay St. The Kim Polote’s jazz trio will be playing the music of Johnny Mercer. For information, call 912-721-4800 or go to ruthschris.com.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-12 noon. Saturdays. St. Elizabeth’s Attic, 16491 Hwy 144, Richmond Hill. Jewelry, appliances, clothes, furniture, books, children’s toys and games are available. All proceeds are donated to local charities. For more, call 912-727-2664.
9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Salvation Army, 3000 Bee Road. A healthy cooking demonstration presented by UGA Cooperative Extension will follow. Activities for children are available. Lunch provided. For information, call 912-352-8366.
Salvation Army Conservatory of the Performing Arts
5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Salvation Army, 3000 Bee Road. Classes in drama, brass, woodwind, vocal, dance, guitar and piano. All ages. Cost: $6 per lesson, fall, winter and spring quarters. For information, call Lt. Shauntrice at 912-352-8366.
7 p.m. every Tuesday, Elite Martial Arts Academy, Ste 107, 1024 Highway 80 W. Sponsored by the Guardian Angels and the Academy. Cost: Free. For information, call 912-484-3007
4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Southwest Chatham Branch Library, 14097 Abercorn St. These sessions are filled with stories, songs, music and activities, especially for ages five to ten. For information, call 912-925-8305
4 p.m. Wednesdays, Islands Branch Library, 125 Wilmington Road. Practice your reading skills with one of our furry friends. Ages five and older. For information, call 912-897-6233.
2-6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wesley Community Centers, 1601 Drayton St. Learn the art, history and technique to making quilts. For information, call 912-447-5711.
Savannah Sings!
7-9 p.m. every Thursday, Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn St. (meeting room-lower level). Open to all female singers. For information, call 912-598-3005.
10-11:30 a.m. every third Thursday, Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St. This program is designed especially for preschoolers ages 3-5 and their adult companions. Toddlers will explore artwork from both our permanent and temporary exhibitions followed by a visit to the Jepson Education Studios. Cost is $5 per child with adult admission. For information, call 912-790-8800 or go to telfair.org.
Housing Authority of Savannah Neighborhood Resource Center
• Job Readiness Counseling, 9 a.m.-12 noon, Mondays-Fridays. By Appointment Only. In collaboration with Georgia Department of Labor.
• Adult Literacy/GED, 9 a.m.–12 noon and 1–4 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays. In collaboration with Savannah Technical College.
• Basic Computer/Clerical Training, 1–3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
In collaboration with Coastal Empire Goodwill Industries.
Free and open to the public, all classes are held at HAS Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. For information, call 232-4232, Ext. 115 or go to savannahpha.com.
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. The market, located at 10 East Broad St. next to the Pirates’ House Restaurant, features local organic produce, food products, arts and crafts, live music, health and wellness information, and cooking demonstrations from local restaurants. SNAP/EBT and WIC accepted. For information, call 443-3253, emailmcastro@trusteesgarden.com or go to trusteesmarket.com.
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. first Friday of each month, First Presbyterian Church, 520 East Washington Ave. Sponsored by the Savannah Folk Music Society, this smoke-free, alcohol-free and family-friendly event features local and touring folk musicians Recommended donation of $2 per person. For information, call 912-786-6953 or go to savannahfolk.org.
ST. ALMO will have informal dog walks at 5 p.m. Sundays, weather permitting. Meet at Canine Palace, 612 Abercorn St. For more information, call 912-234-3336.
Safe Kids Savannah Car Seat Safety Inspection Station
9 a.m. every Wednesday, Safe Kids Savannah, 420 Mall Blvd. Child car seat safety inspections are held by certified child passenger safety technicians. They will help examine child safety seats for recalls and to make sure the seats are installed correctly. For information and to schedule an appointment, call 912-356-2160 or go to safekidssavannah.org.
8 p.m. every 1st and 3rd Thursday, Savannah Ballroom, 11 Travis Street. Come on out for dance parties at the Savannah Ballroom. Cost: $10/person and $15/couple. All Ages. For information, call 912-335-3335 or go to savannahballroomdancing.com.
5-7:30 p.m. (dinner), 7 p.m.-until. (karaoke) every first Friday, American Legion Post #184, 1 Legion Drive, Thunderbolt. Dinner includes chopped barbeque, coleslaw, fancy baked beans, roll, beverage and dessert. Cost: $7/plate. All singers invited to karaoke night, no cover or admission. For information, call 912-354-5515 or 912-663-8353 or go to americanlegionpost184.org.
5-7:30 p.m. every 3rd Friday, American Legion Post #184, 1 Legion Drive, Thunderbolt. Fish Fry includes fish fillet, french fries, hush puppies, cheese grits, cole slaw and beverages. Cost: $8/plate. Desserts available from the Ladies Auxillary unit at additional cost. For information, call 912-354-5515 or 912-663-8353 or go to americanlegionpost184.org.
8 p.m. Mondays, Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Road. Improvisation show by Savannah’s premiere comedy troupe, with bits of original comedy skits worked in. $5 (or what you can). For information, go to oddlot.org.
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