Beyond the Bell Macon-Bibb, in partnership with Union Baptist Church, invites residents of Macon-Bibb County to a community-wide health fair titled “Catch the Wellness Wave”. This free event will take place from 11 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at Union Baptist Church, 1137 Kitchens Street Macon, GA 31217. This public health fair will have free food, community outreach information, free health services, and fun for the whole family.
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In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Mary’s Place Advocacy Prevention and Sexual Assault Center (formerly Rape Crisis Center) is calling on the local community to take action and spread awareness by participating in the annual Jeans for Justice movement this April.
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SAVANNAH, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 24, 2023 – Throughout the month of March, Family Promise of the Coastal Empire is introducing a new fundraiser, “Hoops for Housing,” with a March-madness-themed raffle.
Daily raffle drawings with a vast variety of enticing prizes will allow participants many chances to win, all leading up to the grand drawing on March 31 – with a cash prize of $10,000. Family Promise will announce the winner, who will be contacted to ensure they receive their prizes, each day on its website and social media platforms.
Family Promise has partnered with local organizations and companies to collect 30 raffle prizes, ranging from gift cards to experiences and must-have items culminating in the big cash prize on March 31. All raffle proceeds received during the month of March will support the nonprofit organization’s mission of offering help, hope, and hospitality to homeless families with children in our communities. Participants can purchase as many raffle tickets as they’d like, with the chances of them winning increasing with each ticket bought.
“We are thrilled to be launching this raffle fundraiser and can’t wait to share March Madness with our community,” said Family Promise of the Coastal Empire Executive Director Katrina Bostick. “This is such a fun and easy way to plug in and support Family Promise, with each ticket only costing $25. We encourage the community to buy their tickets and follow along with us through March!” Raffle tickets are $25 and can be purchased on Family Promise’s website at www.familypromisece.org/hoops-for-housing. For more information or questions regarding raffle tickets or donations, please contact Katrina Bostick at kbostick@familypromisece.org.
Family Promise of the Coastal Empire serves Bryan, Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties. The organization’s mission is to offer help, hope, and hospitality to homeless families with children in our communities. For more information about the organization, please visit www.familypromisece.org.
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Georgia Tech-Savannah has announced two free, in-person OSHA training courses. “OSHA 7225: Transitioning to Safer Chemicals” will be held from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 2 and “OSHA 7205: Health Hazard Awareness” will be held from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, March 3. Both courses will be presented at the Georgia Tech Savannah Campus, located at 210 Technology Circle in Savannah.
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I am a devoted fan of 1980s rock music and find it interesting to see how much the UK and USA have in common during this musical era. I was therefore very excited when my husband surprised me at Christmas with the gift of tickets for last week’s concert – Journey and Toto on tour!
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Savannah Classical Academy (SCA) has received a $26,000 grant from Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. to support the continuation and growth of its science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) programs.
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Today, veteran-owned real estate company, American Veteran Properties (AVP) expands its presence to South Carolina to help military families enjoy homeownership and build financial security. AVP is also pleased to welcome South Carolina native and new agent Erin Carraway to the team. Like AVP’s CEO and other agents, Carraway is also a veteran, who understands the specific needs and experiences of the clients.
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The Savannah Challenger, a professional tennis event hosted by the Landings Club, returns for its 13th year from April 24 – 30, 2023.
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Asbury Memorial Church will maintain its annual Valentine’s Day tradition of a vow renewal ceremony by once again offering both in-person and virtual ceremonies.
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The Center for Education Integrating Science Mathematics and Computing (CEISMC) at the Georgia Tech-Savannah campus will be offering an extensive range of innovative student programs this summer for rising 2nd – 12th graders. Programs will be open for students to participate in STEM/STEAM programming from June 5 – July 21 this year.
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