Networking /Community Events for Week of Feb 13-19, 2017  
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Small Business Chamber /SBC Monthly Networking Breakfast 
Ragen Drake, 2017 President(Grand Garages), Travis Sawyer(Realtor &  Creative Approach), Michele Thompson (Spectrum Printing , Dr Cale Hall, (Guest Speaker)  Kate Rott  & Sara Norwood(Both with Colony Bank)  Chad Scribner(Ben & Jerrys on Broughton) , Amie Dover (Larek Point Consulting, Immediate Past President of SBC)  

Letter FROM THE EDITOR :  
Love is in the Air & Spring is around the corner! Are you going away for spring break? Make sure to get your car checked out at  Auto Intensive Care , on President Street.   Check out the new Ben & Jerry's ice-cream Scoop Shop on Broughton St, 
save the date for Thurs, March 30, 530PM  for their Grand Opening, hosted by owners:   Chad & Meri Scribner!! Many of you know Meri as a teacher at Charles Ellis School.   Make sure to take a look at the Spring Line at Shoe-Be-Do at 7 W York St on Wright Square. 

So many sweet dessert competitions coming up! Make sure to contact Tara Nobles at Girl Scouts Historic GA to enter National Cookie Weekend! Also, contact Marianne Ganem-Poppell to enter the  Savannah Red Velvet Cake Chef's Competition!!  This week, we're going on the new Savannah Riverboat- the Georgia Queen -with Visit Savannah,  then getting up early at 7AM  to join the CFO Council for breakfast,  then checking out SOUTH magazine's  new location for their monthly networking social. at 39 Rue De Jean.  Thursday, going over to the Westin for the Tourism Leadership Council lunch. Friday Scott is heading to the SIP Ceramic Cup show featuring local and national artists ! Marianne will be checking out Soup it UP for Loop it UP!      Have a great week everyone, look forward to seeing you around! 


Our TOP PICKs for week of Feb 13-19, 2017
Where YOU need to be !
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Date
Time
EVENT / Description 

Tues
 Feb 14 830AM
Tour & Travel Committe e of VIsit Savannah
 on Savannah Riverboat - Ga Queen ! 

Tue
Feb 14
7PM 
Hearts & Healing Gala  

Wed Feb 15
 7AM 
1130AM
500PM 
530PM 
600PM 
CFO Council  of Sav.  Brkfst- Coastal GA Ctr
NAIFA Nat.Assoc. Insuran.  Financial Advisors
South Magazine Social, 39 Rue De Jean
Downtown Nghborhood Assoc -Mickve Israel
Urban Sav. Chamber at Indulge Coffee 

Thu Feb 16 1130AM 
TLC Tourism Leadership Council Lunch 
at the Westin

Thu Feb 16 1130AM
IMA, Inst. of Mngmnt Acct. Lunch at Sav. Coffee Roasters 

Thu
 Feb 16
   Savannah Book Festival Starts 
Sav French Film Festival Starts
Fri Feb 17   Savannah Irish Festival 
Fri Feb 17 6PM
7PM 
7PM 		 Soup it Up for Loop it Up - Brice Hotel
SIP Ceramic Show- Opening Reception 
Chefs & Choc. for Urban Hope
Sat 
Feb 18
11AM
6PM
6PM
7PM 
Frank Callen's  Boy & Girls Club Awards
Blessings in Book Bag Annual Gala 
Junior League Masq. Auction at Brice 
GA Historical Society Trustees Gala 

Sun Feb19  2-5PM
Davenport Soiree at Elizabeth's on 37th St 































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  • Tue, Feb 28,  530PM  Red Velvet Cake Festival at Baker McCullough
  • Tue, Mar 28,  530PM  Savannah Helps Monthly Charity /NEtworking  ! 
  • Thu, Mar 30,  530PM, Grand Opening, Ben & Jerry's on Broughton St ! 
Check out this week's Business of the Week:   Blends a Coffee Boutique, 
article by Marianne Ganem-Poppell 

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LOCAL Business of the Week
  Blends,  a Coffee Boutique
102 E Broughton St, Savannah GA 
I LOVE everything about Blends! From the moment you walk in this unique coffee boutique to the taste of each sip of amazing coffee! You get to pick coffee from Guatemala, Colombia, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Ethiopia and Sumatra and it is all brewed fresh!! If you are having an event at the office or for fun you can pick up carafe's of coffee to serve!! Owned by Javier Carro, a member of Buy Local Savannah's Board of Directors.   
   
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Michele & Mike Thompson
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Ben & Jerry's Flavor of the Week!
Celebrating Valentine's Day!
STRAWBERRY CHEESCAKE

Creamy strawberry flavor is deliciously intertwined with a thick graham cracker swirl making this the perfect scoop for Valentine's Day. This scoop's lusciousness might just be your new love for Valentine's Day! Stop in and try the Scoop Shops exclusive flavors!
912-421-2086 Open 7 Days each week 
25 E Broughton St, Savannah GA 
http://www.benjerry.com/savannah-broughtonstreet
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DISCLAIMER:   THINGS CHANGE !   please contact the host organization directly  for any and all events listed below to verify that the event is still scheduled and confirm  times, speakers, street address, costs, info.   I provide this FREE service but it is me, with aging eyes and a dachshund doing the typing :)    Thank You!  Scott & Vinnie Pie  the piebald wiener dawg :) 
The SavannahMasterCalendar:  
Week of Feb 13-19, 2017 
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Feb 1-26:    "Focusing on the Future; Acknowledging Echoes from the Past" is the central theme of the 2017 Savannah Black Heritage Festival scheduled for February 1 -­­ 26, 2017.  

WHOLE MONTH OF FEB:   Wed., Feb. 1 through Tues. Feb. 28; all day; Enmarket invites area nonprofit organizations to apply to be selected as one of the four grant recipients in the 2017 Encourage Health Educational Series. The application process will be held through a Facebook contest. Selected nonprofit organizations will receive a $1000 grant.; https://www.facebook.com/enmarkstations 

Mon, Feb 13, 6PM, Deep Speaks,  Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401. Deep Speaks is a book launch, live reading and community celebration for young authors. http://www.deepkids.com/

Mon., Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. Black History Heroes, Soldiers and Spies  Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. First African Baptist Church  23 Montgomery St. For more information contact 912-233-6597

Mon, Feb 13, 6PM  Parks and Recreation Black History Program    Savannah Civic Center - Johnny Mercer Theatre  Savannah, Georgia 31401  Join our Parks and Recreation Services Department and members of the community as we celebrate Black History. This year's theme is "The Rhythm of History".

Mon Feb 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 13th Colony Patriots Free Conservative political activists that meet the 13th of each month.Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt) 2909 River Dr.  Dedicated to preserving the U.S. Constitution and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. For more information contact 912-604-4048   912-354-9040 www.liveoakstore.com

Mon, Feb 13, 7PM  Emergent Savannah presents Local Topics,   The Sentient Bean 13 Park Avenue , Savannah GA,  Free    http://emergentsavannah.org/upcoming-events/    events held on 2 nd Monday of each month    Emergent Savannah is a growing social and cultural movement encompassed of people who believe that Savannah is capable of evolving into a more intentional community, where citizens are empowered to shape the future, while continuing to honor the past.

Tue, Feb 14, 830AM  Tour & Travel Meeting of VISIT SAVANNAH, Free for Members at Sav Chamber of Commerce's  -- This month will be boarding the Savannah RIverboat's new boat - GEORGIA QUEEN ,  so meet down on RIVER STREET, don't be late !   Guest Speaker, Victoria Smith, Executive Director of the Savannah Waterfront Association.     more info; VISIT SAVANNAH/ Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce:    Chelsea Paulsen 912-644-6423,  or  Mindy Shea, www.SavannahChamber.com - meets 2nd Tues of Each Month   

Tue, Feb 14, 10AM,  Advanced Technology Development Center to Host Series of Workshops for Savannah Startups, Week 2: Customer Discovery Part 2.  Validate target customers. , Creators' Foundry, 415 West Boundary Street, Savannah, GA 31401.  Savannah Startup Workshop Series. Entrepreneurs will participate in interactive workshops and mentor sessions designed to walk them through best practices in planning and launching their product. The interactive program will help entrepreneurs identify and vet their target customer segments, articulate the value proposition, make financial projections, and prepare them to meet with investors. Upon completion, graduates will showcase at the Savannah Demo day to investors from the entire region. The winner will receive a prize of $10,000 cash, courtesy of Savannah Economic Development Authority.    For More Info: Yvonne Jouffrault, ATDC Mentor, 678-977-0149 or [email protected]   atdc.org/uncategorized/2017-savstartup-bootcamp-schedule/,

Pooler Chamber logo Feb 14, 11AM   Groundbreaking for Publix at The Village at Savannah Quarters  200 Blue Moon Crossing, Pooler, GA, 31322  912-748-0110  The Pooler Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, Inc Cordially invites you to attend    Email: [email protected]

Tue, Feb 14, 530-730PM, DOES NOT MEET IN JANUARY and FEBRUARY - starts back up in MARCH !!  Wilmington Island Networking Group - hosted by Wilmington Island Farmers Market, Location Varies  visit facebook page for more information

Tue, Feb 14,  530PM   GreenDrinks Savannah Second Tuesday of every month, 5:30 p.m. at Location Varies,  A happy hour networking gathering for folks who want to save the Earth. Second Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm. Location varies monthly. Check the "GreenDrinks Savannah" facebook page. Free to attend. Cash bar.

Tue Feb 14-WEd Feb 15,  6PM  The Skidaway Island Rotary will present The Savannah Theatre Company's "Love is in the Air" Supper Club show on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 14 and 15 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at The Plantation Club at The Landings. Proceeds benefit the Savannah Early Childhood Foundation and other local children's charities. For more information, visit http://www.skidawayrotary.org/

Tue Feb 14, 7PM   Future of Jazz Concert  912-355-8111  Featuring local and regional young jazz vocalists and instrumentalists. Tribute to the late Ben Tucker. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.    Jewish Educational Alliance  5111 Abercorn St., Savannah  GA

Tue Feb 14, 7 PM Vow Renewal Ceremony led by Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church's (UMC) Reverend Billy Hester and his wife, Cheri. All married couples are welcome to attend this free event. Autographed copies of Rev. Hester's recently released book, "Wow! Moments: Stories of Wonder, Grace and Synchronicity" will be available for purchase following the ceremony. This event will be held in the center of City Market in downtown Savannah. To learn more about Asbury United Methodist Church, please visit www.asburymemorial.org . To learn more about Rev. Hester and "Wow! Moments," please visit www.billhesterbooks.com .

Tue Feb 14, 7-10PM   Enjoy a night of fine dining, dancing, silent auction and more at Faith Equestrian Center's Hearts for Healing Gala. Proceeds will benefit Faith Equestrian's therapeutic program for children with disabilities   Tybee Island Wedding Chapel  1114 US HWY 80  Tybee Island GA  Cost  $125 early bird, $150 after 1/14/17   Phone  912-728-3728  Bonnie Rachael  [email protected]   http://faithetc.org/

Wed Feb 15, 530AM   RIDE THE BUS TO THE CAPITOL TO PROTECT OUR COAST!  (Bus departs at 6am and will return to Savannah by 7:30pm)   Location: Savannah Walmart Supercenter, 6000 Ogeechee Road, Savannah, GA 31419  Register by Friday, February 10th. Registration is FREE and seating is limited. Reserve your seat online today: http://bit.ly/2j2lmvJ  Questions? Contact Kelly Patton, Membership and Outreach Coordinator at (912) 580-6939 or [email protected]
Tell your story: join One Hundred Miles, Georgia Water Coalition, Savannah Riverkeeper and your fellow coastal advocates on February 15th as we travel to the Statehouse in Atlanta. During the bus ride from Savannah, we will provide training and talking points to help you become an effective advocate.

Wed, Feb 15,  7AM,  Chief Financial Officers (CFO) Council of Savannah .  3rd Wed of each month,   Breakfast, FREE for CFOs and CEOs, must RSVP  Coastal Georgia Center - located at 305 Fahm St, Savannah, GA Roy Austin   at [email protected]  843-597-4826, www.CFOcouncil.com     https://sites.google.com/site/savcfocouncil/  or visit on Facebook  

Wed Feb 15, 1130AM   National Association of Insurance and FInancial Advisors   (NAIFA)  Monthly Lunch  Meeting;   Carey Hilliard's Banquet Room,  11111 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA  Non NAIFA-Savannah members 15.00.    Brian Heaney,of Halifax, Nova Scotia, The National Director for The Etherington Mentorship Program will speak on COMPLETE BUSINESS SUCCESS. His focus is "helping others, help others". More info:      [email protected]   (912) 663-7687


Wed-Fri; Feb 15-17; 5p-8p, TH10a-6p, FR10a-4p; The Market at 3 West Ridge - a boutique trunk show, plant sale & lunch featuring 20 select vendors from around the country; Benefitting Frank Callen Boys & Girls Clubs & Horizons Savannah; St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 3 West Ridge Road, Savannah, GA 31411; $5 ticket covers all 3 days; Contact: St. Peter's 912-598-7274;  [email protected] , https://www.facebook.com/Marketat3WestRidge/ ; For advance tickets please call or email The Market.

Wed  Feb 15  5-7:30PM,   3rd Wed of each month,  SOUTH magazine hosts: Love the Wine You're With Wednesdays at   3 9 Rue de Jean   605 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, Georgia 31401   Drink Specials benefit local Savannah nonprofit charity.   More info:    www.thesouthmag.com/

Wed Feb. 15. 530PM  German Heritage Society of Savannah will hold their February Board Meeting at the  Holiday Inn Express, 199 East Bay Street in the Magnolia Room, Savannah< AG A   more info:  http://www.germanheritagesavannah.org/Calendar.htm

Downtown DNA Wed Feb 15, 530PM Downtown Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting, at    Congregation Mickve Israel   20 E Gordon St, Savannah, Georgia 31401   The program will begin with the premier viewing of the documentary "Without A Roof", an inside look into homelessness in Savannah. Following will be solution updates and Q&A with Cindy Kelley, Director of the Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless.  Social hour will begin at 5:30 pm and our program will start promptly at 6:15 pm.   Members are encouraged to walk/bike over to Monterey Square. On street parking is available within the area.   The meeting is open to 2017 Members of the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Savannah. Non-members may join at the door or in advance online at SavannahDNA.or g

Wed., Feb. 15, 6 p.m. A Conversation About the Utility Billing System Many members of our community have voiced concerns and confusion with the new utility billing system implemented last year by the City of Savannah. In an effort to better understand the changes, Step Up's Residents Team will host a conversation with the City of Savannah's Revenue Director, Cindy Landolt. This event is open to the public. 912-232-6747 Montgomery Landings 714 W. 57th St. 22    

Wed Feb 15, 6PM Urban Savannah Chamber of Commerce  - Every 3rd Wed at   Indulge Coffee , 1305 Barnard St, Savannah, United States    We ask that you RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling Yolandra Shipp, Membership Coordinator at (336)-995-5755

Wed Feb 15, 6PM  Quarterly Dinner, at   St James Catholic Church , 8412 Whitfield Ave, Savannah, GA   Join the National Movement Alliance, Savannah Parkinson Support Group, Savannah Essential Tremor Support Group, Pryme2 Self-Help Group , The Landings Support Group for PD and GEM (Get Excited and Move) Exercise Program participants as they and their caregivers come together, celebrating their community.    Everyone who has been touched by a movement disorder, or who works with movement disorders or difficulties is encouraged to bring a side dish, or a dessert and join us. If you want more information regarding the area support groups, GEM, Move On! or just activities and treatments available in the Savannah area for those who have movement disorders, you definitely want to attend this evening.   Special guest this evening will include Dr. Jill Trumble, Movement Disorders Specialist, SJCHS.
912.341.6953 ext 102 for more information.

Thu Feb 16, -  Feb 19   Savannah Book Festival   Celebrate books and the written word at this year's festival with bestselling and emerging authors. James Patterson delivers the opening address on Thursday, Colson Whitehead presents the keynote address on Friday, and Christina Baker Kline delivers the closing address on Sunday. Addresses are $20 each, Saturday festival is free and open to the public    Downtown Savannah GA

Thu Feb 16, 11AM -9PM      NICHOLAS CHILDERS STEM CELL FUNDRAISER  at YOUR PIE in Sandfly, Savannah GA  Nicholas has B Cell high risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL).. % of all sales for this entire Thursday will help Nicholas with his stem cell transplant surgery..

Thu, Feb 16, 11:30AM,  3rd Thursday of each month.  Tourism Leadership Council Monthly Meeting. meeting at the WESTIN SAVANNAH    $30 members  $40 for nonmembers. Call: 912-232-1223  [email protected]    Ron Scaif is Membership contact

T hu, Feb 16   1130AM-1PM, 3rd Thurs of each month, Savannah Chapter of the IMA Institute of Management Accountants Monthly Luncheon,(at Savannah Coffee Roasters 215 W Liberty Street Savannah, $20, $15 Student   Adrian Brasher Jay 2017  President [email protected]   savannah.imanet.org/

Thu Feb 16, 1PM  World Trade Center Savannah will host the Global Education Program,  Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act - Compliance Awareness Workshop, at World Trade Center Savannah, 131 Hutchinson Island Drive, 4th floor.Savannah GA,   U.S. Customs and Border Protection has emphasized the proactive and strict enforcement of U.S. trade laws to protect national economic security, facilitate fair trade, support the health and safety of the American people and ensure a level playing field for U.S. industry. Attendees will earn 3 NCBFAA CCS Points .Cost of attendance is $50 per person. To register and more information visit wtcsavannah.org .

Pooler Chamber Thu Feb 16, 3PM   Ribbon Cutting for Viola's Attic  304 US Highway 80, Pooler, GA, 31322  912-748-0110
THE POOLER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU, INC, cordially invites you to attend

Thu Feb 16, 530-7PM PM   Please join the Richmond Hill Bryan County RHBC Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours o. hosted by Southeastern Bank, 2004 U.S. Hwy. 17, Richmond Hill. There will be food, drinks and a chance at the Chamber's 50/50 cash raffle.     http://www.rhbcchamber.org/


Thu., Feb. 16, 5 p.m. Meet Dr. King Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Moses Jackson Advancement Center 1410B Richards Street Savannah GA  

Thu Feb 16, 6PM  Savannah Book Festival Opening Address w/ James Patterson  #1 NYTimes best-selling author James Patterson's infamous Alex Cross strikes again in the series most dangerous story yet with a killer on the loose, a city in panic, and nobody in charge of the besieged DC police force. $20   Trustees Theater  216 East Broughton St., Savannah GA   912-525-5050

Thu Feb 16, 6PM Wundercamera Opening Lecture and Reception   Jepson Center for the Arts  207 West York St., Savannah GA     912-790-8800   Join London-based artist and curator Klaus Wehner for an illuminating discussion of Wundercamera: Savannah. Using mediums of photography and video, Wehner's work has focused on museums for a number of years, exploring our dynamic relationships to art objects and the power of museums to inform our awareness and culture. $5, free for members    

Thu Feb 16, 630PM Annual Francophone Film Festival Opening Night,    Ogeechee Theater, Armstrong State University Student Union Savannah GA, free and open to the public   This year, Dr. Dorothee Mertz-Weigel will be receiving a high honor from the French Government, the Palmes Académiques, during the opening ceremony. The Opening ceremony will be followed by a reception, and the feature presentation will follow.   Contact French Club President Emily Randal ([email protected]) with any questions you may have.

Thu Feb 16, 630PM, Oncology Nurses -   FEBRUARY SEGA ONS MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND DINNER PROGRAM   Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar , 601 E Bay St, Savannah, United States    Please check your email or the SEGA ONS Virtual Community website for the invitation and RSVP details. Indicating you're attending or interested ON Facebook does not count as a RSVP. - More info:   http://georgia.vc.ons.org/1878534   

Thu Feb., 16, 7PM Drinking Liberally . A gathering of Liberals for an informal discussion of politics, the economy, sports, entertainment, and the world around us. Free to attend. Food and beverages available for purchase.   For more information contact (912) 341-7427 livingliberally.org/drinking/chapters/GA/savannah

Thu Feb 16, 8PM   Lecture: Nuclear Deterrence and President Trump   912-651-2005  The Savannah Council on World Affairs presents this lecture by Michael Krepon. $10 for non-members    Coastal Georgia Center  305 Fahm Street, Savannah GA 

Fri., Feb. 17, 4 p.m. The Greatest: Sports Heroes A to Z Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.   Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club 510 E. Charlton Street, Savannah Area

Fri Feb 17-19,   Women of Christ Church Anglican 2017 Retreat -    Our retreat will take place at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center on Burnside Island, Savannah GA   (about 20 minutes from CCA).  Two pricing options will be offered: Overnight Attendance: $75. This price includes Friday & Saturday nights at Wesley Gardens, plus meals and all sessions. (It is important to note that the sleeping accommodations are mostly bunk beds, up to three sets per room with only about 15 available after those being used by our four Irish visitors, worship team, planning, and cooking teams .  Non-Overnight Attendance: $55. This price includes meals and all sessions. We are assuming many people will prefer to go home at night since Wesley Gardens is in Savannah.  For additional questions you may contact one of the following people or speak to our committee members:
Claudia Thomas: cell (912) 667-6795 or email [email protected]  Louise Mehl: cell (912) 308-3069 or email [email protected]

Fri Feb 17-19, Savannah Irish Festival  912-651-6556   Enjoy Irish music and dance at the 25th Savannah Irish Festival.
The Savannah Civic Center 301 West Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah GA

Fri Feb 17, 6PM    Savannah Book Festival Keynote Address w/ Colson Whitehead  912-525-5050  This year's National Book Award Winner Colson Whitehead presents his a magnificent tour de force following a young slave's journey to freedom in the antebellum South. $20    Trustees Theater   216 East Broughton St., Savannah GA

Fri Feb 17, 6-8PM  Tornado Relief Fundraiser,  at   24Seven Family Fitness & Tanning Centers   301 Mall Way Ste A, Savannah, Georgia 31419  The Jan. 21-23, 2017 tornado outbreak was one of the largest outbreaks on record not only for January, but for any winter month, according to data from the National Weather Service." The Weather Channel  24 tornados affected Georgia through January 22nd.  24Seven Family Fitness and your Zumba instructors are coming together to raise funds for the victims of the recent tornados in Georgia.   Come join us for smiles, laughs, sweat and music! Child care provided. Non-members, please come early to complete the liability form.    (912) 920-7734

Fri Feb 17, 6-9PM  SOUP IT UP for LOOP IT UP 2017     The Kimpton Brice Hotel  601 E Bay St, Savannah, Georgia 31401  local chefs will compete for the title of the Golden Soup Bowl while generously raising funds to support Loop It Up Savannah's programming for local youth and services to local families.   https://soup-it-up-for-loop-it-up.everydayhero.com/us/molly

Fri Feb 17, 7PM SIP; The 2017 Ceramic Cup Show - Opening Reception,  T at Non-Fiction Gallery,1522 Bull Street, Savannah GA 31401.  It is free an open to the public./ website: www.savannahclaycommunity.com / Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1150240261755693/  contact person: Jessica Broad (724)549-1867      All of the cups are for sale.  The founding philosophy behind the show was to create an exhibition that benefits artists and the community, so to that end 10% of sales will be donated to the Emmaus House to support their programming and the rest goes directly to the artists.

Fri Feb 17, 7PM  Chefs & Chocolates Benefitting Urban Hope at the Charles Morris Center   10 East Broad St, Savannah GA    Tickets $45     http://www.urbanhopesavannah.org/

Fri., Feb. 17, 7:30-10:30 p.m. The Love & Soul Experience Valentines Ball An evening of live music, fine dining (full course plated meal service), comedy, and dancing black tie affair. Live music with the One Sound Band and Recording Artist Kimberly Gunn. Also featuring singer/performer Philip "JazzDad" Thomas peforming R&B and soul sounds from the Motown era. Charles H. Morris Center 10 East Broad St. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-love-soul-experience-valentines-ball-tickets-30736407422?aff=efbevent Slideshow  For more information contact 912-443-3277, 912-224-6084 or  [email protected]  You can also visit www.charleshmorriscenter.com

Sat, Feb 18, 8:30 a.m. to  3:00 p.m. "Building Your New Life" - an Adult Day Camp for those grieving a loss  at Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive (off Chatham Parkway) in Savannah. Find out more and/or pre-register by calling 912.303.9442. There is a nominal registration fee of $25 with financial assistance available.  More information on Full Circle's array of bereavement support services can be found at www.HospiceSavannah.org/fullcircle or by calling 912.303.9442.

Sat Feb 18, 9AM   ESPN Diabetes 5k and Endurance Race Service...    Hut chinson Island Race Track   2 Resort Dr, Savannah, Georgia 31421  http://www.savannahraces.com/

Sat Feb 18, 9AM   Color Vibe 5k  Savannah International Trade & Convention Center     1 International Dr, Savannah, Georgia 31421   Kids 12 and under run for FREE!!!  A portion of our proceeds will also be donated back to a local charity!   Invite your friends and family to this event so they won't miss out on the fun!!  Click here to register: http://www.thecolorvibe.com/savannah.php

Sat, Feb 18, 9am-12pm, Boy Scout and Girl Scout Brownie Inventor Day, hosted by Georgia Tech-Savannah. Georgia Tech-Savannah, 210 Technology Circle, Savannah, Georgia 31407. Boys and girls in grades 1, 2 and 3 will investigate planes, boats, cars, and more and this hands-on STEM program. Includes commemorative Georgia Tech patch, Belt Loop Certificate, guided activities and healthy snack.  Registration is $15. Boy Scouts register online at http://b.gatech.edu/2iUWC8V , Brownies register online at https://www.gshg.org/en/events/event-calendar.html . Email [email protected] for additional information.

coastal pet rescue Sat Feb 18, 10AM Coastal Pet Rescue, Adoption Event at  ADOPTION DAY WITH COLONIAL GRAND AT GODLEY STATION   Join Coastal Pet Rescue for an adoption event with Colonial Grand apartments!   1515 Benton Blvd, Savannah, GA 31407, Chatham County,  

Sat Feb 18, 10AM-5PM       BROCKINGTON HALL OPEN HOUSE  Please join us as we open the doors at 213 East Hall Street, Savannah GA  We will be showcasing set up options in all areas in and around the Mansion that can be used for your wedding, ladies luncheon, or your next corporate event.   Refreshments will be offered.   (800) 831-6792  [email protected]   

Sat Feb 18, 10AM-5PM, Grand Opening of Viola's Attic 304 US Highway 80, Pooler, GA, 31322   independent home décor - more info' Pooler Chamber of Commerce;   Phone: 912-748-0110   Email: [email protected]

Sat Feb 18, 11AM Frank Callen Boy's & Girls Club   The 14th Annual Meritorious Service Awards Luncheon will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at the Temple of Glory Eden Room, 1105 Stiles Avenue, Savannah, GA. Tickets are $35.00 per person.   Minister Karen Datts, President, announced that the persons selected to be recognized and honored in 2017 are Mrs. Eloise Dudley, Sam Jones and Walter B. (49) Simmons.

Sat Feb 18, 1PM    A.U.R.A. Fest  912-232-1511  The all-day underground music festival includes over 15 artists on two stages, food trucks and fun activities. $23 advance, $25 door    Ships of The Sea Museum   41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Savannah

Sat Feb 18, 2-4 PM  Come sign your young sirs up to be a part of Fathers Mentoring Sons. This mentoring program is for young men (young sirs) from the ages of 8-18.   https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bull-Street-Library/329998037131909

Sat Feb 18, 2-4PM   General Meeting of the GREEN Party of Chatham County- at    104 Sunshine Rd, Garden City, GA 31405  The Green Party of Chatham County is committed to promoting the four pillars of the Green Party to the area: Peace, Ecology, Social Justice, and Democracy.  more info:   http://www.chathamgreens.org/

Sat Feb 18, 2-5PM    MERMAIDS FOR A CAUSE - AMERICAN RED CROSS BENEFIT at   Spartina 449 Savannah , 317 W Broughton St, Savannah, GA   10% of proceeds will benefit American Red Cross.   Enjoy complimentary sweet tea, champagne, and light hors d'oeuvres!  More info:   Call (912) 200-3699

Sat Feb 18, 5PM Dr. Otis S. Johnson, Author and  Savannah PR will host a live reading and discussion of "N Word" to Mr. Mayor at 5:00pm at Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401. This is a free event and family friendly. We hope you will come out and enjoy.

Sat Feb 18, 6PM, Blessings in a Bookbag Annual Awards Gala,  Int'l Longshoreman's Hall 221 North Lathrop Avenue, Savannah GA,  $40,  includes dinner, dancing, live music  tickets; eventbrite.com  



Sat Feb 18, 6PM Junior League Society of Savannah  Masquerade Auction    The Kimpton Brice Hotel   601 E Bay St, Savannah, Georgia 31401  Celebrate under the stars in the secret garden of the Brice Hotel for the annual JLS Masquerade Auction. Hors d'oeuvres, drinks, live music, dancing, and incredible silent & live auctions!  Black Tie optional - Masque required! $75 / person - $125 / couple   BUY TICKETS: http://bit.ly/2gZV6my   Proceeds raised are reinvested into the communities the JLS Serves through annual Kids Who Care Scholarships, Fit Kids Fest, Done-In-A-Day projects in Savannah, Bluffton/Hilton Head, the Golden Isles, Community Assistance & Emergency Funds.

Sat Feb 18, 6PM  Venetian Gala Fundraiser, St James Catholic Church   8412 Whitfield Ave, Savannah, GA  Hosted by the parish Council of Catholic Women, to benefit  St. James Early Learning Center (ELC)   Artisan food, entertainment, promotions and staffing are donated by Volunteers. Among twinkling olive trees dripping with Pizzelle Cookies, guests will be warmly received by strolling youth minstrels.   Attendees will receive a $34.95 reserved first edition Italian cookbook that is sold out, a welcome Venetian Champagne Punch, artisan Italian Ceccheti appetizers and handcrafted desserts reminiscent of the Venetian Carnival. Inside the Event Center, protégé musicians, live entertainment, and a wine bar will be provided.  While guests sample the tastes and treasures of Italy, complimentary babysitting and a meal will keep our littlest angels smiling  TICKETS ARE LIMITED! SALES END FEB 5 AND TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.   Purchase tickets here: https://sjelcvenetiangala.eventbrite.com

GA Historical Society Sat Feb 18, 7-10PM   2017 GA Historical Society Trustees Gala   Costs Vary Hyatt Regency Savannah  2 West Bay Street Savannah, GA  Costs vary more info:   912.651.2125  Patricia Meagher   [email protected]  Join the Office of the Governor and the Georgia Historical Society as we induct the 2017 Georgia Trustees at the Trustees Gala on February 18, 2017 in Savannah.   The Trustees Gala is the Georgia Historical Society's premiere annual event and the culmination of the Georgia History Festival. Each year, this elegant and much-anticipated evening draws top local, state, and national leaders to honor and pay tribute to the best the State of Georgia has produced.



Sun Feb 19, 2-5PM.  The first Davenport Soirée- an afternoon of merriment and fine spirits celebrating the Pearl of Preservation- the Davenport House Museum! Enjoy delicious food and beverage at Savannah's storied eatery,  Elizabeth at 37th, Savannah GA,  $95    while Savannah songstress Miss Kim Polote provides entertainment! For more event details visit davenporthousemuseum.org  To purchase tickets call (912) 236-8097

Sun Feb 19, 3PM   A Recital of Spirituals and Art Songs  Featuring the Savannah State University Voice Program. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.   Butler Presbyterian Church  603 W. Victory Dr., Savannah

Sun Feb 19, 3PM   Savannah Book Festival Closing Address w/ Christina Baker Kline 912-525-5050   Christina Baker Kline, author of #1 New York Times bestselling Orphan Train, brings a breathtaking and atmospheric novel of devotion, art, and friendship, inspired by Andrew Wyeth's mysterious and iconic painting "Christina's World." $20   Trustees Theater  216 East Broughton St., Savannah GA

Sun Feb 19, 4PM  Pipe Organ Concert  912-598-7242   Dr. Patrick Allen, organist/choirmaster of Grace Episcopal Church, NYC performs a concert of favorites including Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor and Widor's Toccata from Symphony V. no admission charge    St. Peter's Episcopal Church 3 West Ridge Road, Savannah Area Skidaway Island

Sun Feb 18, 4PM  Tybee Oaks Chili Cook Off -Chili Cook Off!  1213 US Highway 80 E, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328    Bring a crock pot full of your best chili.   Two catogories will be judged...  $10.00 fee per chili entry... entry fees will divided between the winners!   1. Veggie Chili  2. Meat Chili  (power, utensils, condiments will be supplied) more info;      (912) 257-8742

Sun Feb 19, 5 PM The Savannah Philharmonic presents The Masters: Concertmaster & Chorusmaster. Join the Savannah Philharmonic for anotherstunning performance from their Chamber Music Series. Concertmaster Sinisa Ciric and Chorusmaster Dr. Monica Harper join forces to perform dazzling works for violin and organ. This performance will be held at Wesley Monumental, 429 Abercorn St., Savannah. Tickets cost $25 each and can be purchased at www.savannahboxoffice.com . To learn more about this event or the Savannah Philharmonic, please visit www.savannahphilharmonic.org .
Sun Feb 19, 5PM  For February, the Coastal Jazz Association is excited to present the Coastal Jazz Association Black History Month Concert, to be held  at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa on Hutchinson Island. The concert will feature the Phil Morrison Trio with Joe Watts. Members of CJA and students with valid IDs admitted free / Non-Members - $20    Call (912) 228-3158     https://coastaljazz.org/

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DEAR NONPROFIT EVENT PLANNER:  We get on average 200 requests each month to list nonprofit events.  Here's how we can best help you increase attendance at your event and reach our readers, now as of last count,  at 20,000+ opt-in direct email subscribers, making us  the LARGEST database of the BUSINESS & EVENT ATTENDEES community in our region.   We are an ALL-Volunteer run organization- so appreciate your help is using STANDARDIZED Format when sending your event info.   

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We list your event in our newsletter and send it ONCE  to our 20,000+ contacts on the MONDAY of the WEEK it takes place.    What we need from you - Please type the event in following format and email to [email protected] by 12Noon on the FRIDAY the week before your event occurs.  

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3-Letter Day of the Week,  3 Letter Month,  Date,  Start Time, End Time, (AM/PM),  NAME of Event,   HOSTS:   Name of Charity or Membership organization hosting at LOCATION:   Complete Street Address, City, State, Zip  code,  $COST, (Open to Public or Members Only? )      DESCRIPTION:    2 sentences maximum description,   Contact Name, Phone # with Area Code,  Email Address, website , facebook event page,   etc. (list at LEAST ONE way to contact, purchase tickets, donate, volunteer, sponsor)    

 
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Tue, Jun 2 , 11:30AM-1PM  Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce,  Small Business Council SMART networking Luncheon, hoste by Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce at  Savannah Morning News Auditorium.1375 Chatham Parkway, Savannah GA 31405,  $12 for Chamber Members. Non Members & member guests need to call the Chamber Membership dept, to register: Tina Hinson Mock  912.644.6407. for event info, Guest speaker info,  Contact Stephanie Boaen at 912.644.6458 or [email protected] www.savannahchamber.com 


 

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