Join Friends of Oatland on Saturday Dec. 9 2023 9:30-10:30AM before Oatland Island Wildlife Center is open to the public and make special holiday treats for the Oatland wolf pack!
Tickets are limited to 10 people per session• $20.00 per person, for all ages.
All attendees must have a ticket. Purchase tickets online here.
All participants must be at least 4 years of age. Minors must be accompanied by a paid adult.
Your ticket price includes admission to Oatland for the day, so feel free to stay and see the other animals after your program.
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Did you know your child can receive a letter from the North Pole?
Through the USPS’s Letters From Santa program, a letter written by your child can be mailed to Santa and they will receive a return letter with a real postmark from the North Pole! You can learn more about this program on the USPS website
If you have older kids, consider signing up to “adopt” a child’s letter and send a note or gift to another child through the USPS Operation Santa program here.
The Right to Read shares the stories of an NAACP activist, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read.
ABOUT KAREEM WEAVER Kareem Weaver, an Oakland NAACP activist, believes literacy is our most important civil right. He is fighting for a world where 95% of children can read. With a focus on Black and brown children, Kareem demands to bring science-based reading instruction to Oakland schools and causes national interest by taking on the publishing industries.
First Presbyterian Church Announces 14th Annual ‘A Gracious Christmas’ Event
First Presbyterian Church will host its 14th Annual A Gracious Christmas fundraiser event on Thurs. Dec. 7, 2023 from 8:30AM-1PM @ First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave., Savannah, GA 31405.
Each year, the committee selects a local nonprofit as the event beneficiary. This year’s deserving recipient is Tharros Place, an organization dedicated to providing sanctuary to the victims of human trafficking.
As in year’s past, the event will feature a variety of speakers:
· Hayley Suthers, Proprietor of The Cottage Shop, Perfectly Personalized Christmas: How to add personal touches to your Christmas decor
· Jimin Chung Bruen, Private Chef, Giving yourself grace in the kitchen: How to pivot when things don’t go the way you expected.
· Lindsay Thomas, Creator and Owner of Garland Bags, Just Go For It! The value of taking action on an idea.
Tickets are available for $50 each and can be purchased via this PayPal Link: CLICK HERE.
Sponsorships Available:
Three sponsorship levels are available, detailed below. Receipts are available for your tax-deductible contribution. All sponsors will be recognized, by level of support, on all promotional materials leading up to the event, as well as on programs and signage at the event.
Sponsorship Levels:
Gold $1,000
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive two tickets to the A Gracious Christmas event and five raffle tickets
Silver $500
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive one ticket to the A Gracious Christmas event and three raffle tickets
Myrrh $250
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive five raffle tickets
For more information, visit the Facebook event by clicking, HERE.
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Fleet Feet Savannah/Pooler is partnering with Honor and Grace Tattoo to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) with a Catching A Unicorn 5K in Savannah, 1-4PM Sun. Nov. 12 2023.
In the type 1 diabetes community, “catching a unicorn” refers to the “magical” moment when you get a blood sugar reading of exactly 100 on your meter and/or continuous glucose monitor.
This family-friendly fun run will start at Fleet Feet Savannah (3405 Waters Avenue). Runners will chase our mystery runner, dressed as a unicorn, thru a local neighborhood route.
Following the run, stay for an afternoon of fun: food trucks, music, tie-dye race shirts, and dunk tank
Join Pegasus Riding Academy at the Historic Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Avenue, for the most authentic Halloween celebration in Savannah: SCARY IN THE DAIRY, from 4-8PM, Sun. Oct. 22 2023.
Enjoy Haunted Hay Rides, penny games, cake walk, bouncy house, DJ Jamie spinning tunes, food and fun. Featuring the favorite HORSE RIDES, on the amazing equestrian staff of Pegasus Riding Academy, including Chatham County Deputy Sheriffs Cisco and Tucker!
Enjoy all this while providing the essential support for Pegasus therapeutic riding program serving special needs children and veterans.
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The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa will join in raising their Mugs for Miracles this Thurs. August 10 from 3-5PM in Westin’s Main Lobby.
All donations and proceeds will go to The Children’s Hospital of Georgia. Accepting cash donations only. Money raised will help the hospital fund the life-saving therapies, highly specialized medical equipment, research, advanced training for staff, and family assistance needed to ensure kids have the very best healthcare.
If you cannot join in but would still like to donate to the cause you can directly donate to our Local CMN Hospital here
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According to Coastal Care Partners Pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander: “It’s smart for all parents to know in emergency situations. That’s why we consider this such an incredibly important service to offer to our community.”
The Pediatric CPR classes are 30-minute classes offered once a week at 11:45AM on Thursdays at Coastal Care Partners’ office, located at 4B Skidaway Village Walk.
These classes offer one-on-one instruction with Shelley Fields, who serves as Medical Assistant for Coastal Care Partners’ pediatric clinic and has 24 years of experience as a paramedic.
“These 30-minute classes are a great opportunity for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and babysitters to learn practical tips and ask questions in a comforting environment,” said Dr. Alexander.
These classes – which are open to the public – are not certification courses.
Pre-registration is required, and interested participants are able to sign up by calling the Coastal Care Partners office @ 912.598.6312 or register online here.
Cost: $55 for members of Coastal Care Partners’ Pediatric and/or Adult Primary Care practices, and $65 for nonmembers.
Pegasus Riding Academy is a therapeutic riding program in Savannah providing safe, professional and ethicalequine assisted activities for individuals with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
Volunteers are needed to assist these special children. This is a perfect opportunity for high school students in need of volunteer hours to graduate.
Volunteer Orientation will be this Sat. June 3 2023, 10:30AM.
Horse experience not necessary. Patience & dedication are necessary.
Pegasus Riding Academy is located at Old Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Ave. Savannah
Information & directions: www.prasav.org or call 907-414-1236
Sign up your child for a week-long session of fun this summer.
Pegasus is a therapeutic riding program providing equine assisted activities for individual with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
Sessions are conducted by a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors.
Camp is 9AM till noon, Monday through Friday. Participants will enjoy riding, interacting with the horse during ground school and equestrian related art projects or nature program.
Tuition fees include snacks, craft materials, one t-shirt and safety riding gear.
Participants should wear long pants while riding and have on closed toed shoes at all time. If your child has food allergies be sure to make a note on Enrollment Forms.
Visit PRASAV.ORG or call 912-547-6482 with questions.
Camps are also offered weeka of June 12h, June 26h and July 10th and 17th 2023.
McDevitt Air and St. Joseph’s/Candler are the proud title sponsors of the event.
“We are very appreciative of our partnerships with McDevitt Air and St. Joseph’s/Candler and their investment in education here at home,” said Head of School Dr. Kelley Waldron. “The evening is always a lot of fun and the dollars we raise ensure a bright future for St. Andrew’s.”
Tickets may be purchased online here and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live entertainment, and a silent auction.
Sponsors for the event include Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, Synovus Bank, Delta Metals, If You Can Dream It Travel, Optim Orthopedics, Coca Cola Bottling, Chapel Hair, Dental Claim Support, The Kennickell Group, KOE Creative Media, Marchese Construction, Marsh & Co., McGriff Insurance, The Positivity Project, Savannah Veterinary Medical Center, Drs. Karen & Arthur Baker, Gary & Louann Bronstein, and Joe & Kris Powers.
St. Andrew’s is an independent International Baccalaureate World School located in Savannah, Georgia.
Find more information on the Pre-K 3 through Grade Twelve school here.
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In addition to free entry into the Savannah Children’s Museum, children will also enjoy performances by the Legacy Irish Dancers and others, activities, a trail mix station, and vendors including 1st Tee of Savannah, Bright Life Chiropractic, ExperCare, Healthy Kids Running Series, Kombative Academy of Traditional Martial Arts, Mathnasium, Pooler Karate, The Tiny Beet – Lifestyle Medicine Pediatrics, Tormenta FCA Academy Youth Soccer, West Chatham YMCA, The Coastal Health District, and Savannah Youth Hockey.
The first 150 children at the event will receive a FREE T-shirt and other fun goodies.
Sponsors of the 2023 Fit Kids Fest include Savannah Vascular Institute’s Dr. Ryan O’Kelley, Mingledorff’s, ExperCARE, Outsource Logistics, Enmarket, Chatham Orthopaedic Associates, Georgia Nasal & Sinus Institute, and Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy.
The Junior League of Savannah’s FREE Fit Kids Fest event is coming up on Sat. Feb. 18, 2023, from 1-4PM at the Savannah Children’s Museum, located at 655 Louisville Road in Savannah.
Radio personality Mia Mance will once again host this year’s fest! Children of all ages will be energized and inspired through this fun day of exploring the Savannah Children’s Museum, meeting a wide array of local health and wellness vendors, and watching live performances including the Legacy Irish Dancers.
The first 150 children at the event will receive a FREE T-shirt and other fun goodies.
Sponsors of the 2023 Fit Kids Fest include Savannah Vascular Institute’s Dr. Ryan O’Kelley, Mingledorff’s, ExperCARE, Outsource Logistics, Enmarket, Chatham Orthopaedic Associates, and Georgia Nasal & Sinus Institute.
We understand that children are at their best when they are healthy, so we are here to help spread awareness and share health and wellness resources in our community!
All children in Savannah and surrounding communities, along with their parents, are invited to participate in this fun, interactive day filled with activities, entertainment, vendors, and more!
The first 150 children at the event will also receive a FREE T-shirt.
You’re invited to Garden City Housing Team’s food truck fundraiser & art contest on Sat. Feb. 11 2023, 10AM-2PM at Savannah Farmers Market, 701 US Hwy. 80, Garden City.
The free event will feature a bounce house and slide, a “selfie” station, food trucks, a display of artwork celebrating POC Icons from local K-12 students, plus crafts and games. Raffle prizes include 4 Ghost Pirates tickets, and 4 bottles of Zunzies signature sauces and a $25 gift card.
Proceeds raised through raffle and donations benefit 15 residential Garden City homes in need of roof repair or replacement. These residents of Garden City represent many demographics such as veterans, the elderly, people with disabilities, and low-income households.
Proceeds from this event will go towards this project.
Below is a guest post from Calvary Day School in Savannah
Calvary Day School hopes you had a great Christmas, and wish you a Happy New Year!
Calvary began a monthly meeting series, Identity in Christ, with the intent to strengthen and equip our community in raising strong young people. We invite you to join Brittany Price Brooker as she leads the next Identity series, ‘Actions’, on Jan. 8, 2023, at 6PM.Please RSVP using the link here to save your seat.
Brittany is a believer in Christ with a desire to make Him known. She encourages others as she shares her story of God’s faithfulness through the deep grief of becoming a young widow, the hardships of previously being a single mom of five children, and the difficulties of blending a family deeply affected by trauma.
We hope to have you join us in the next installment of the Identity in Christ series. For more information on Calvary Day School, please contact admissions@calvarydayschool.com.
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This fund-raising event will include dinner, drinks, live music, photo ops, meet and greet opportunities with Oatland Island animal residents, plus a silent auction (21+ only).
Proceeds from this event will be used to support Oatland Island Wildlife Center, the animal residents, and the staff who care for them daily.
Come to the Historic Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Ave. in Savannah for the most authentic Halloween celebration in Savannah: SCARY IN THE DAIRY, from 4-8PM Sun. October 23, 2022.
Enjoy Haunted Hay Rides, penny games, cake walk, bouncy house, food and fun. Without a doubt, there are HORSE RIDES, on the amazing equestrian staff of Pegasus Riding Academy, which benefits from this event.
Come out and support Pegasus therapeutic riding program for special needs children and veterans, and enjoy acres of haunted fun!
For additional information visit www.prasav.org or call 912-547-6482.
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This event, which is free and open to the public, will offer opportunities for community members to increase the peace, counter violence, become conflict-resilient and encourage unity.
The Savannah Day of Peace will feature a Peace Parade led by Savannah Mayor Van Johnson and Savannah City Council members, Courageous Conversation Circles designed to encourage deeper dialogue to promote peacebuilding, a wellness area for mental health and a Youth Artists Corner. The 2022 Peacebuilder Award Honoree will also be announced, and the City of Savannah’s new Peace Proclamation will be on display.
The Mediation Center plans to maintain the momentum and to create a larger movement by organizing monthly peacebuilding events at different locations across Chatham County. These events will feature neighborhood-based activities designed to engage local community members, youth, faith leaders, law enforcement, business and professional associations in peacebuilding efforts.
According to the Savannah Police Department, Savannah had 1,134 violent crimes in 2021, including 34 homicides and 788 aggravated assaults. Violent crime categories that saw increases in Savannah from 2020 and 2021 include homicide (9%) and residential robbery (41%).
Community mediation provides more than just an alternative to litigation or violence — it offers constructive, intentional processes for resolving differences and conflicts between individuals, groups and organizations. Ultimately, mediation reinforces the social infrastructure undergirding society and builds bridges across identity, sector, class and ideological divides.
Participants will walk a mile around Forsyth Park. Registration: $15. Money raised at the Buddy Walk benfefits Camp Buddy, two summer camps in Effingham and Chatham to help students retain their skills over the summer break. It also benefits new parent packets and educational opportunities for local families and advocates.
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.
