Good morning, Savannah.

The Leadership Savannah Graduate Series kicked off on June 17 at The Clyde Venue when United Way presented new 2025 ALICE data and hosted an interactive poverty simulation to show the economic challenges local families face.

Retired Chief Justice Michael Boggs — now a partner at Hunter Maclean — and Dr. Jermaine Whirl were honored at a cocktail hour, and the series will continue with a Note to Self panel on Tuesday, September 17.

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are open and voters can support Savannah as one of the best US cities.

Voting will end in June and winners will be announced in September with a chance to win an 8-day trip along the Rhine.

Today the Georgia Historical Society will dedicate a new historical marker for Rev.

Ralph Mark Gilbert at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum at 11 a.m.—the marker honors his role in Savannah’s civil rights movement and the event is open to the public and media.

On Monday, a Savannah lottery player won $250,000 at Kroger at 5720 Ogeechee Road by using a $50,000 ticket with the Powerplay option—another player won $92,522 on June 12 playing Reef Riches via an app.

The Savannah Riverkeeper installed seven litter booms along city canals to trap floating trash and lessen the clogging of storm drains plus they will clean the traps once a month and add another boom near the Enmarket Arena soon.

This effort aims to reduce single-use plastics and protect local wildlife as trash is regularly collected and analyzed.

Georgia Senate Bill 351—also known as the Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act—goes into effect in two weeks and requires public websites with content harmful to minors to verify age using government IDs.

Some adult websites, including Pornhub, say they may block Georgia users, which could drive residents to use VPNs to bypass the restrictions.

Food Network host Guy Fieri (known for his signature style) recently approved 10 Georgia restaurants on a new feature that highlights diverse cuisines from pizza to Latin dishes (including Savannah favorites like Chazito’s Latin Cuisine and Big Bon Bodega).

The USATF National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships will take place in Savannah from July 21 to 27 and the Savannah Sports Council is seeking volunteers to help with tasks like athlete check-in and event support.

Volunteers must be USATF Three-Step Compliant (the process is simple with USATF guidance).

Southern Culture On The Skids Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Check venue for pricing — Experience the lively sounds of Southern Culture On The Skids, a band with over three decades of musical journey.

Wymberly and Sporehead Summer Concert

9 PM – 1 AM — The Wormhole Neighborhood Pub & Music Venue — $10 Donation — Experience a night of live music with Savannah's own Wymberly and Sporehead.

Market at Forsyth Park

9 AM – 1 PM — Forsyth Park — Market tokens accepted — Explore local food vendors under the historic oak trees.

Savannah Ghost Tour: History and Hauntings

Explore Savannah Ghost Tour — Evening — Lafayette Square — Ticket required — Discover chilling tales and rich heritage on a tour crafted by historians and locals.

Flowers After Hours Workshop

6:30-8:00 p.m. — STUMP Plants — $ — Engage in a creative floral arrangement workshop with refreshments and take home your unique creation.

Fourth Friday on the Riverwalk

3-7 p.m. — Turbine Cafe at Plant Riverside District — Food prices starting at $16 — Enjoy live music and delicious local flavors by the Savannah River.

Adoption Event at Petco

12-2 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Discover adorable pets ready for a forever home at this bi-monthly adoption event.

Sunday Compline Service

8-8:30 p.m. — Christ Church Anglican — Free entry — Experience a serene candlelit worship service focused on reflection and meditation through the ancient liturgy of Compline.

4th of July Fireworks Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Lavender Rooftop Kitchen & Bar — $30 and under — Enjoy a Spanish inspired dinner with panoramic views of Savannah's fireworks.

Nerf Gun Summer Camp

9 AM – 3 PM — Savannah Martial Arts — Price available upon inquiry — Engage in an action-packed adventure at our Nerf camp designed for kids ages 5 to 12.