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Davis Ark Baptist Church will honor its pastor, Rev.

Dr. Herman M. Woods, Sr.—who served for 29 years—with a 29th Pastoral Anniversary celebration on Sunday, October 5 at 3:00 p.m. at 1220 Sherman Avenue; Pastor Paul Smith of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church will speak.

The Savannah Downtown Business Association and the City of Savannah Film, Tourism & Special Events Department will host a meeting for Broughton Street businesses on October 9 at 8:30 a.m. at Savannah Taphouse + the session will cover updates on street lighting, parades and special events, holiday planning, and networking opportunities.

Gulfstream announced its new G300 jet at an exclusive Discover the Difference Customer event held Tuesday, September 30 at its Research and Development facility in Savannah.

The event showcased the next-generation fleet and full-scale mock-ups as customers toured the facility.

The Savannah College of Art and Design will host its film festival from October 25 until November 1 featuring an opening gala with Miles Teller and Da'Vine Joy Randolph for 'Eternity' and a centerpiece screening of Craig Brewer’s film 'Song Sung Blue.' The festival will end with a closing night showing Rian Johnson’s 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' along with appearances by Jon Chu and Jennifer Lopez — a star event for local viewers.

Academy Award-winning production designer Hannah Beachler will receive Variety’s Creative Impact in Production Design Award at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival on October 28th for her work on Sinners and Black Panther—her recognition marks a historic moment in film design.

The festival runs from October 25th to November 1st and will feature panels with noted film industry experts.

Savannah native Dr. Megan Wilkerson was named to FVSU’s 40 Under 40 list for her leadership in education+community service and STEM outreach.

The honor recognizes her achievements as a Fort Valley State University alumna who has opened doors for students in Savannah and beyond.

St. Philip Monumental AME Church will host Savannah State University Day on October 12th at 10 a.m.—the celebration will feature a speech by Dr. Jermaine Whirl, musical performances, and refreshments for community members.

City officials reported a major wastewater spill into the Savannah River — over 10,000 gallons were discharged at the Talmadge Bridge when one aeration basin was offline for maintenance on Sept.

25. The city injected extra oxygen into the river to ease the impact and will post warning signs at the outfall.

Savannah’s mayor addressed community worries about plans for a civic center and ice rink and said officials will review proposals—public input will guide next steps.

He explained that the projects are still under discussion and more details will be shared as plans change.

Brighter Day Natural Foods is hosting a free lecture on Lyme and tick-borne diseases today at 7:00 p.m. at The Sentient Bean at 13 E.

Park Ave in Savannah—Alexis Chesney, a naturopathic physician, will explain ways to prevent tick bites and spot key symptoms.

Savannah restaurant The Grey was named one of the most unique eateries by Tripadvisor in its 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards last week.

The Southern establishment — located at 109 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in a restored 1938 art deco bus terminal — offers prix fixe dinners for $85 per person and serves brunch, cocktails and wine on select days.

Honey's Homestyle Creamery in Port Wentworth is a family-run shop that makes gelato and sorbet from scratch using quality ingredients.

The shop is open 4 pm to 9 pm Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and from noon to 9 pm Thursday through Sunday—offering a changing menu that includes dairy free options.

The Savannah Bananas wrapped up a historic World Tour—visiting 17 MLB ballparks and 3 NFL stadiums—that set records before returning to Savannah to begin the inaugural Banana Ball Championship series today at Historic Grayson Stadium against the Firefighters.

Their record-breaking tour drew more than 2.2 million fans across 40 cities and featured a memorable Disneyland takeover.

Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine

Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.

Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine

Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.

Flute Wine Festival

3-9 p.m. — Forsyth Park Playground — Varied ticket pricing — Indulge in exquisite wines and enjoy live music in a scenic outdoor setting.

Bridal Hairstyling Masterclass

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mane Focus Hair Salon — Pricing varies — Master the art of bridal hairstyling with hands-on instruction and product insights.

Live Music Night with Amy Brown

9-11 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticket price info not provided — Enjoy an evening of captivating performances by Emily Holden, Andrea Marie, and headliner Amy Brown.

74th Annual Savannah Greek Festival

11 AM-9 PM — Savannah Greek Festival — Cost varies — Experience three days of delicious homemade Greek food, music, and dancing.

The Po' Ramblin' Boys Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $25 — Experience authentic music that cuts through the noise of modern life.

Adoption Event at Petco

1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes and learn how you can make a difference.

Savannah Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

7:30-9 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — $ — Celebrate the return of cheeseburgers and beach vibes with a night of live music and tropical fun.

Humane Society Fall Fair

12-4 p.m. — Humane Society for Greater Savannah — Free entry — Celebrate fall with a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and adoption specials for pets.

Kevin Gates Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets from $64 — Catch the energetic performance of Kevin Gates in Savannah, GA.