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PORT WENTWORTH POLICE DEPARTMENT OPENED NEW TRAINING FACILITY
On November 6, the City of Port Wentworth Police Department (PWPD) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new training facility. This state-of-the-art facility will be used for a wide variety of training exercises and courses for the department and surrounding law enforcement agencies in the region.
MARY’S PLACE OPENED NEW FORENSIC MEDICAL FACILITY FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT
Mary’s Place: Sexual Assault Center of the Coastal Empire Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new forensic medical facility. This long-awaited addition to Mary’s Place, formerly the Rape Crisis Center, located at 105 Wheeler Court in Savannah, is designed to provide a supportive and comforting environment for all survivors of sexual assault. Importantly, examination rooms, restrooms and counseling suites are all in one part of the building, ensuring privacy and discretion for survivors.
LOWCOUNTRY SHAKESPEARE PREMIERED IN SAVANNAH AND PRESENTED IMMERSIVE RETELLING OF "ROMEO AND JULIET"
Lowcountry Shakespeare, Savannah’s new performing arts company, debuted its immersive retelling of Romeo and Juliet this fall. The company offered a first-of-its-kind production for the region that puts audiences at the heart of one of William Shakespeare’s most famous love stories. These engaging performances appealed to lovers of drama as well as fans of fantasy role playing games (RPGs) and took place on November 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23 at the Vintage Special Events Center, located at 980 Industry Drive in Savannah.
SAVANNAH CHALLENGER HOSTED 2025 KICK OFF PARTY
Savannah Challenger hosted their 2025 Savannah Challenger Kickoff Party on November 15. From the amazing on-court exhibition to live music and great company, it was the perfect way to begin the countdown.
The Savannah Challenger 2025, is happening April 21-27! Tickets officially go on sale on February 20, so mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable tournament this year.
SCA PRESENTED VETERANS DAY PROGRAM
Savannah Classical Academy (SCA) presented its Veterans Day program at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November 8. The program featured guest speakers, performances from SCA’s Upper School String Ensemble and Lower School choirs, a variety of artworks by students, and recognition of the Veterans Day essay competition winners. Special guests included Veterans Council of Chatham County’s Veteran of the Year, Edward Gizara.
MAST HOSTED COMMUNITY EVENT THAT BROUGHT EDUCATION AND FUN TO MCINTOSH COUNTY
MAST held a health fair event on Tuesday, November 19 that brought fall fun with healthy habits and learning tips to the McIntosh County community. There were lots of free food, health screenings, and prizes!
What's Happening This Month?
CITY OF PORT WENTWORTH DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO HOST ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON – DECEMBER 4
The City of Port Wentworth’s Economic Development Authority announces its inaugural luncheon exploring the current economic landscape and future opportunities in our region. Port Wentworth: The Economic Outlook for Tomorrow is slated for 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Georgia Tech Savannah Campus, 210 Technology Circle.
SAVANNAH VOICE FESTIVAL COLLABORATE WITH GREEN-MELDRIM HOUSE TO CONTINUE “VOICE SALON SERIES” – DECEMBER 5
Enjoy the charm of hostess city while you are transported to a Parisian style parlor event. From French traditions to seasonal favorites, this evening will launch you into a “joyeuses fêtes” or “happy holiday” feel. Featuring favorite studio artists from this past season’s Milnes VOICE Studio, you’ll enjoy — and have a drink of — some holiday spirit and a lovely buffet with a low country French flair..
GOOD FRIENDS OF BRYAN COUNTY HOST INAUGURAL LUNCHEON – DECEMBER 5
Starting a new annual tradition, Good Friends of Bryan County will hold a festive fundraising luncheon where true stories are shared of how our collective donations can make a huge impact for our Bryan County neighbors and friends who are facing a temporary financial crisis. An hour of fellowship…a year of giving. 100% of all luncheon donations remain in Bryan County to meet local needs.
A HOLIDAY CLASSIC: AN EVENING WITH LIZ BALDWIN – DECEMBER 6
Savannah VOICE Festival is slated to host “A Holiday Classic: An Evening with Liz Baldwin” at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6. This event is open to everyone who appreciates the vocal arts and will take place at the First Baptist Church, located at 223 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401.
SAVANNAH AFRICAN ART MUSEUM TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL KWANZAA MARKETPLACE – DECEMBER 7-21
The Savannah African Art Museum will host their third annual Kwanzaa Marketplace from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21 in the Museum’s Courtyard, located at 201 East 37th Street. Each marketplace will feature vendors of the African Diaspora selling various handcrafted items such as jewelry, art, clothing, and more. The vendors’ work will be from or inspired by Africa, African Art, and African culture.
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY HOSTS ANNUAL SAVANNAH SANTA TRAIN EVENT – DECEMBER 7
Coastal Heritage Society (CHS) will host their annual Savannah Santa Train event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, December 9 at one of CHS’s six properties, Georgia State Railroad Museum, located at 655 Louisville Road in Savannah.
CITY OF PORT WENTWORTH TO HOST INAUGURAL CHRISTMAS PARADE AND FESTIVAL – DECEMBER 7
The City of Port Wentworth will host its first ever Christmas Parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. Community organizations and local businesses are encouraged to enter the parade. Following the morning Christmas Parade, the City will host its Family Christmas Event and Tree Lighting, beginning at 5 p.m. behind City Hall, located at 7224 Highway 21. The event will include a Christmas bounce house, children’s train ride, a visit from Santa, community vendors and a chili cook off! The evening will culminate with a screening of The Polar Express. For more information, please call the City of Port Wentworth Leisure Services at 912-966-7428.
HOLIDAY CABARET SHOW ‘EVERYTHING’ STARRING THE VOICE PROGRAMS' OWN MARIA ZOUVES – DECEMBER 12
Maria Zouves is back on the solo concert stage, this time to perform her one-night-only Cabaret show ‘Everything’ at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12 accompanied by long-time Milnes VOICE Programs collaborator Justin Havard on piano. The doors open at 6:15 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. at Don’t Tell Mama located at 343 West 46th Street New York City, NY 10036.
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SAVANNAH VOICE FESTIVAL PREMIERES THE ELEANORS – JANUARY 3
Meet The Eleanors — Maxie, Ramona and Lilian! These three indomitable ladies are holding down the home front during World War II with humor, heart, the support of good friends … and a nightly scoop of Leopolds ice cream. Foxtrot down memory lane into 1940s Savannah with composer-in-residence Jodi Goble’s swing and American Songbook-infused operatic score, with a libretto co-written by Savannah VOICE Festival’s former composer-in-residence (and interim Artistic Director) Michael Ching.
ONSTAGE SAVANNAH AND SAVANNAH PERFORMANCE ALLIANCE TO HOST PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVIAL – FEBRUARY 10-22
February 10th – February 22nd, 2025 will bring the thrill of performance to vibrant life with the Savannah Performing Arts Festival at Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater.
This dynamic multi-week event will offer public performances, workshops, concerts, a gala celebrating and featuring our local performance groups and the community at large, and a fully-staged production of the Tony Award-wining musical.
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