An in-person recruitment session will be this Saturday July 16 2022 at 10AM at the Three Tree Café in Pooler. Interested members can learn about the League, the community service work being done and the benefits of membership. Additional event details will be posted on the Junior League of Savannah Facebook page.
All women ages 21 years old and older are invited to join JLS.
The Junior League of Savannah supports several local non-profit organizations through year-round hands-on programming, annual grants and one-day service projects, all funded through various platforms like their signature Thrift Sale.
If you are not able to attend the session Saturday, additional options will be available. Contact headquarters@jrleaguesav.org for more details and to learn more about the Junior League of Savannah.
Here’s a fun, fit, affordable summer spots camp happening July 18-22 2022 hosted by the Recreation and Wellness Department at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Campus in Savannah.
Kids will participate in a variety of activities to include; basketball, flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, tag games, and nutritional and environmental presentations!
Camp hours are 8:30AM to 3:30PM (Extended Care until 5 pm) and for ages 6 to 12. All Sports Camp (July 18-22). Learn more here.
Pooler MOPS Open House 2022, First Presbyterian Church of Pooler
Connect with other moms this school year.
If you’re pregnant or have a child in kindergarten or younger, Pooler MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) would love to have you join this year to journey through motherhood together and grow in faith.
If you’re familiar with MOPS and want to register, drop by between 10-11:30AM on Wed. Aug. 24 2022.
No childcare will be provided at open house,.
Can’t attend open house, but interested in joining? Email poolermops@gmail.com.
Pooler MOPS Open House 2022 Wed. Aug. 24 2022 10-11:30AM First Presbyterian Church of Pooler 1115 US Highway 80 E Pooler, GA 31322
This is a fun, intensive leadership course for ages 8-15. No martial arts experience is required.
There are two, five day (Monday to Friday) training programs. The first week is the basic program and the second week is the intermediate and advance program. The basic program is geared towards students with limited or no experience .For those with any experience the first week will be a continuation of basic foundations and techniques.
Students that participate in both weeks may test to be promoted one belt level up, presented with a certificate of participation and a certificate of promotion and a belt embroidered with their name.
Kombative Academy of Traditional Martial Arts in Savannah is a veteran owned and local community martial art school that specializes in concepts and techniques for self-defense, personal safety and traditional martial arts training.
Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler has extended their middle grades program to include half day mornings for homeschoolers and full day for all subjects.
Advanced Academics Academy is now enrolling for 2022-23 for 6th & 7th grades.
The South Carolina Department of Revenue said the S.C. 2022 Tax Free Weekend takes place Fri. Aug. 5 through Sun. Aug. 7 2022.
The department says eligible items can be purchased online and in-store without paying the state’s 6% sales tax and any applicable local taxes during the tax holiday.
South Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend applies to the following items: Clothing, Accessories, Footwear, School supplies, Computers, Computer equipment & software, Linens, bath towels, shower curtains.
Not exempt: Jewelry, cosmetics, eyewear, furniture and layaway purchases.
When: Aug. 5 at 12:01 a.m. –Aug. 7 2022 at midnight
What’s Tax Free: Clothing, accessories, footwear, school supplies, computers, software, printers and bed & bath supplies.
The South Carolina Tax-Free weekend is unique in that it has no dollar limits on eligible purchases. The bed and bath category (unique to the state) includes bath mats, bedding, towels, shower curtains, mattress pads, blankets and more.
Georgia used to have tax-free weekends several years ago, but Georgia State lawmakers failed to pass legislation to provide for any tax holidays, according to the Georgia Department of Revenue, ending the state’s tax-free weekends.
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July 21 theme: Explore Patrick Dougherty’s immersive, site-specific sculpture (pictured) made of tree saplings. Then design your own whimsical creation to enliven our human desire to dream and imagine.
Teen Night, Thurs. July 21 2022, 4–6PM. Admission is $10. All skill levels are welcome. Materials + boxed dinner provided.
To register, email Kristin Poitras, manager of museum visitation and programming, at kpoitras@scad.edu.
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Summer Teen Nights @ SCAD MOA
Thurs. July 21 2022: Explore Patrick Dougherty’s immersive, site-specific sculpture made of tree saplings. Then design your own whimsical creation to enliven our human desire to dream and imagine. Get immersed in land art. Learn more here.
Thurs. July 28 2022: Explore Southern history and vernacular. Watch A Thousand Miles and Counting, a SCAD-produced documentary exploring William and Ellen Craft’s historic journey to freedom. Then discover the revolutionary work of artist Beverly Buchanan, whose experimental “shack” structures explore the relationship between memory — personal, historical, or geographical — and place. Afterward, work with varied and uncommon materials to build your own model dwelling. Learn more here.
Learn more about the benefits of Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Rivera-Caudill!
She was recently on the Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast show where she was invited to discuss Inspiring Families to Live a Healthier and More Active Lifestyle.
We hope you enjoy listening to the episode. Let Dr. Rivera-Caudill know what you think.
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The Tiny Beet is a general pediatric direct primary care (DPC) practice in Savannah specializing in Lifestyle Medicine in order to focus on the root cause of patients’ health.
Dr. Caudill started The Tiny Beet practice to help her patients develop and maintain healthier lifestyles through general pediatrics and lifestyle medicine.
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One of the best ways to productively spend downtime during summer is by scheduling a pediatrics appointment to complete a yearly check-up, SouthCoast Health Pediatrician Dr. David Mozer said.
SouthCoast Health pediatricians say annual wellness exams are critical in maintaining the health and happiness of your child, and knocking these out during summer avoids many potential problems.
Pediatrician searching in the Savannah-Pooler area? Coastal Pediatrics which has offices in Savannah & Pooler, welcomes Dr. Merritt Dammeyer to their practice.
You’re invited to bring your children to the screening of the film @ the Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah at 6:30PM Tues. July 12 2022, followed by a Q&A with whale experts.
This is your chance to see this moving feature that gives hope to the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale on the big screen.
“We want all community members to have fun and make the most out of this holiday,” said SouthCoast Health Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Michelle Wilson. “But we also want to stress the importance of keeping in mind safety and health precautions as well. On any big holiday with parties and events, there are always elevated risks to be aware of.”
Wilson offers: Firework Dos and Don’ts: Grilling Dos and Don’ts: Swimming Dos and Don’ts: Large Event Dos and Don’ts.
Local family bluegrass band from Bloomingdale: Introduce your children and whole family to the sights and sounds of live acoustic music with a banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, mandolin, and dobro!
Family friendly show Sat. July 2 2022, at 8PM at Randy Wood Guitars in Bloomingdale.
This will be NO REGISTRATION, UNTIMED, watermelon eating, fun running good time.
This is not a race, it is a fun group run organized by Fleet Feet Savannah that everyone can participate in. Run or walk with us from Lake Mayer to Isle of Hope and back. There is a 6-mile loop as well as an 8-mile loop. After the run, watermelon will be provided. NEW this year : raising money in support of Lieutenant Richard Wiggins from the Savannah Police Department in his campaign to raise money for Savannah AMBUCS. Donations will be accepted that morning. No pre-registration required. Just show up, run/walk, enjoy some watermelon, win prizes, and help raise money for a local nonprofit.
Hit the beach this July 4th for the USA 5K at Coligny Beach, Hilton Head Island. This family-friendly July 4th celebration is open to runners and walkers of all ages and all skill levels.
The 2022 event is entirely on the hard, flat beach at low tide.
July 4th Fireworks @ The Pier @ Tybee Island, Mon. July 4 2022 Mon. July 4, 2022, 9PM Tybee’s annual celebration of America’s birthday. Independence day fireworks start between 9PM and 9:30 pm. The show is staged on the pier but is easily viewed from any of Tybee Island’s eastern beaches.
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HILTON HEAD IS. FIREWORKS
Shelter Cove Harbour Fireworks, Mon. July 4 HarbourFest on July 4 at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is an expanded version of the activities at Shelter Cove on certain evenings during summer. Entertainment; children’s activities, food and more. Activities start at approximately 6PM., with fireworks around dark at 9PM. More information here.
Festivities in Harbour Town for a fireworks extravaganza over the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse and Calibogue Sound. Food, fun and live music. Fireworks will be at approximately 9PM. Details here.
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Fourth of July activities
(Savannah) Watermelon Crawl Run @ Lake Mayer, 7AM Mon. July 4. Details here.
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(Savannah) Free Fourth activities @ Plant Riverside District, located on Savannah’s historic riverfront @ 400 W. River St. Featured performers include Lyn Avenue Fri. July 1, 7-10PM.; Natalie Goodman Sat July 2, 4:30-6PM;; Super Deluxe Sat. July 2, 7-10PM;; Ramona and the Riot Sun. July 3, 6- 9:30PM;; The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra Mon. July 4, 2-6PM.; Legacy Mon. July 4, 8:15-9:15PM.
The Parris Island Marine Band will perform live Sun. July 3, noon-1PM. & 3-5PM @ Martin Luther King, Jr. Park along the riverfront. The 3rd Infantry Band will perform live Mon. July 4, 12-2PM @ Martin Luther King, Jr. Park.
A Red, White & Blue Spectacular aerial show will feature performances by Cirque Divina July 1-3, 8:30PM., plus a special pre-fireworks performance July 4, 7:30PM.
The July 4th celebration @ Plant Riverside District will also feature free activities for kids of all ages, including daily mini golf 1-5PM. in Montgomery Park, a daily Kids Corner 1-5PM in Montgomery Park offering arts & crafts activities. On July 3 & July 4, Kids Corner will be led by Savannah Ghost Pirates, Savannah’s newest hockey team.
(Richmond Hill) Independence Day Celebrations @ Fort McAllister State Park Sat. July 2 & Mon. July 4, 2022 10AM-3PM Celebrate Independence Day like it’s 1864. An old-fashioned celebration with living history demonstrations and musket demonstrations. $9. 912-727-2339. Details here.
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(Hilton Head Is) 5K Race @ Coligny Beach, 8AM Mon. July 4. Details here.
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(Hilton Head Is) FREE July 4th outdoor performances with beloved kids-entertainer Gregg Russell @ Harbour Town in Sea Pines Resort, 8-9:30PM ($9 per vehicle Sea Pines Resort gate fee). Details here.
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(Hilton Head Is) Fourth of July parade in Harbour Town, Sea Pines Resort, 8:30AM-10AM Mon. July 4 2022 Show off your red, white and blue spirit by decorating your bicycle, wagon, dog or kids for this parade around Harbour Town. Meet in the parking lot adjacent to the newly remodeled Quarterdeck at 8:30AM to register and pick up decorating supplies. Parade lineup begins promptly at 9:30AM and entries will be judged on patriotism. Supplies limited to first 100 registered. Following the parade, there will be carnival games, inflatables and more. Call (843) 842-1979. Details here
At High Cotton Kids in Savannah this week, discounted items are an extra 30% off!
Lots of great items, including school uniforms
Shop Weds-Sat. 10AM-4PM daily.
High Cotton Kids has hundreds of new items arriving daily. Everything you need for summer camps, vacations, summer reading lists, outdoor play, rainy day entertainment , beach trips and pool days!
Dream up fantastic worlds with your child at SCAD MOA’s Saturday Morning Story Time, 11AM on Sat. July 2 2022 @ SCAD Museum of Art.
Treat the little artist in your life to SCAD MOA Story Time on the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy exciting tales and fun activities as you learn about the work on view.
Story Time is programmed for children ages 3 and older.
For more information, email Kristin Poitras, manager of museum visitation and programming, at kpoitras@scad.edu.
Anyone may enter with a child aged 0-7 years. Limit of 1 child per family; only 1 entry permitted.
Winner must be available to attend on at least one of these days we offer classes. You choose the class of your choice and attend it once per week. Included in the prize is the digital online home materials that correspond with the month of classes.
One winner will be randomly drawn and notified by text and email on June 30th, 2022.
Seven-year-old Hesse Elementary School student @ Hesse Elementary School in Savannah suffering from rare genetic disease featured in the 1992 film “Lorenzo’s Oil” needs the community’s help.
Leigh Griner’s 7-year-old grandson, Grayson Cronin, was recently diagnosed with Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). A rare genetic disease primarily affecting boys, ALD, if left untreated, deteriorates the brain rapidly and ultimately leads to a vegetative state. The subject of the 1992 film “Lorenzo’s Oil,” ALD typically claims a diagnosed boy’s life within 10 years of diagnosis.
Grayson’s brain MRI revealed that he has cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy, the most severe form of ALD. If Grayson doesn’t receive the necessary treatment soon, he could lose his vision, hearing, and eventually all motor function over the next six months to several years.
There is a potentially life-saving bone marrow transplant via the University of Minnesota. While that process is expected to be approved and covered by insurance, there will be many uncovered costs, such as experimental drugs and nutritional supplements, in addition to travel and lodging during his treatment and recovery periods. Other options within and outside of the U.S. include gene therapy and supplemental medications, such as Lorenzo’s Oil, that can help slow down the progression of the disease in the meantime.
You can help by donating to a GoFundMe, “Help Grayson’s Fight Against ALD” here.
Donations in any amount are welcome.
“I also ask for prayer and encouragement for my son, Jonathan, who is a single father to Grayson and Nathan,” said Grayson’s grandmother Leigh Griner. “We are thankful that Jonathan can work remotely, but life has been emotionally overwhelming, and his work has suffered. So, I want to do anything possible to lighten his load in the upcoming months of treatments and uncertainties.”
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