Good morning, Savannah.

Pat Mathis, a Savannah-based construction leader who founded her company in 1980, has been honored with NAWIC’s Trailblazer Award for her work on local projects and active roles in community organizations (including local missions and commerce groups).

Savannah’s Strange Bird will reopen Friday, Mar.

13 at 1220 Barnard Street in the Victorian District after an overnight fire, while NaRobia’s Grits & Gravy, a 23-year soul food establishment, will close on March 28 as its final day of service.

Wilmington Island Presbyterian Preschool held its 35th St. Patrick’s Day Parade Tuesday with bagpipers, mounted police, a drum line, and a color guard joining in the celebration.

The event honored Irish tradition and passed on culture ahead of Savannah’s main parade.

The David Boles Foundation and the City of Richmond Hill will host the fifth annual Gullah Geechee Festival (Empowering Our Chillun’ Through Education) at J.

F. Gregory Park on Saturday, Mar. 28 from noon to 6 p.m.; performers including Napoleon Wilkerson and Candice Glover will share blues and gospel sounds.

Jazz fans will attend the Savannah Music Festival’s concerts from March 25 to April 5, with acts including Pat Metheny, Stefon Harris and Blackout, and John Scofield, staged at local venues.

The festival has also launched a free Jazz Academy Big Band program to teach big band jazz to students.

A Wilmington Island preschool is hosting its 45th annual St. Patrick’s Parade on Tuesday, Mar.

17 to celebrate Irish heritage and bring local families together near the school (exact times were not provided).

Woodville-Tompkins Technical and Career High School junior Leilanie Singleton was named one of 21 recipients of the 2026 Georgia Youth Leadership Award and will be recognized at the Be the Inspiration Gala on Saturday, Mar.

21 at Zoo Atlanta + she is honored for her work in virtual community programs.

A lane closure on Island Expressway Bridge took place yesterday (March 11), causing delays from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Contractors used flaggers and a pilot vehicle to guide traffic, and GDOT urged drivers to use caution or find an alternate route.

City officials will hold an alcohol regulation meeting to set safety guidelines for bars and vendors ahead of St. Patrick’s Day — a step to ensure balanced celebrations in Savannah.

Girl Scout cookie season in Georgia is ending soon as digital orders close for delivery on March 13 + for shipped orders on March 31, so residents can grab favorites like Thin Mints and Samoas while supplies last.

Coach Ronald Booker will be inducted into the Georgia Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 28 (at Gateway Arena) with a 9:30 a.m. ceremony featuring pastries, coffee, a speech, and a ring presentation before a family reception.

Shamrocks and Shenanigans Celebration

All Day — JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District — Not specified — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music and laughter along Savannah's beautiful waterfront.

Chick-fil-A 5k at Red Gate Farm

8-11 a.m. — Red Gate Farms — Registration required — Run in your Cow Costume at this fun-filled 11th annual 5k supporting Young Life Savannah.

DeSoto St. Patrick's Day Breakfast

6:30-10:30 a.m. — The DeSoto Savannah — Full breakfast buffet — Enjoy a southern breakfast spread in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.

Family Easter Egg Hunt

2-5 p.m. — The Living Vine — Free entry — Celebrate spring with a fun-filled day of egg hunting, face painting, and food for the whole family.

Cirque de Paris

1:30-1:45 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Savannah — Tickets from $29.56 — Experience the magic of Cirque de Paris under the big top in Savannah!

Savannah Music Festival

Mar 25 – Apr 5 — Lucas Theatre For the Arts — Ticket information available — Experience the captivating indie-pop sounds of Lucius in a vibrant musical celebration.

Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me Comedy Quiz

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — $ — Enjoy a hilarious NPR quiz show featuring news and celebrity guests with a twist of comedy.

FUN HOUSE IMPROV COMEDY

8:30-10 p.m. — Front Porch Improv: Savannah's Home for Comedy — General Admission — Enjoy a night of live improv comedy where your ideas fuel the humor.

Princess Pajama Party

7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Sentient Bean — Tickets required — Enjoy a magical pajama party filled with crafts, games, and live singing for children and their parents.

Christone Kingfish Ingram Live

8-11 p.m. — Lucas Theatre For the Arts — $47 – $100 — Experience the electrifying blues performances of Grammy Award-winning artist Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.