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Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Frank Callen Boys and Girls Club raised $266,662 during its Building Great Futures telethon — a record-breaking total — to fund after-school and other programs amid a tight fiscal year. Board chair John Brooks said volunteers and corporate donors — including two $20,000 checks from RTX/Collins Aerospace and Comcast — helped support efforts to equip local youth with skills from athletics to computer training. WJCL
- ➤ Starting November 26, the Tybee Pier Pavilion will offer free holiday ice skating from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. until December 14, except Thanksgiving Day. Skates will be provided by pier staff and children must skate with an adult—ensuring safety by the Atlantic Ocean. WTOC 11
- ➤ Municipalities in Chatham, Bryan and Effingham counties are hosting diverse holiday events, including Savannah’s tree lighting at 5 p.m. on Nov. 28 and a lighted boat parade at 7 p.m. on Nov. 29—bringing festive spirit throughout the region. Additional celebrations in nearby towns include street parades and Christmas markets scheduled through December to welcome the season. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Savannah’s SCCPSS BOE Police and Student and Family Service Center partnered with Loop it Up to offer drive-thru holiday food bags for families in need. This giveaway lets local residents quickly pick up essential food items at a designated location. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Morgan Gruver expressed gratitude for The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany—she praised their All Angels Food Pantry for its compassionate support during challenging times. Savannah Morning News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning fire closed Crystal Beer Parlor on West Jones Street around 2:45 a.m. Friday when smoke and flames emerged from an exterior walk-in cooler — the main building was not damaged and the restaurant will remain closed until further notice as investigators examine the cause. WJCL
- ➤ Early Friday morning, Savannah Fire Department responded to a fire at Crystal Beer Parlor on 301 W. Jones St.—owner John Nichols said he will clean up the damage and reopen the historic restaurant soon while investigators work to determine the cause. Savannah Morning News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local hemp store owner Rashaun Bush of Avni Farms said new government limits on THC products will force the store to drop about 90% of its inventory — leaving customers with fewer strong options — as lawmakers included the restriction when reopening government. The ban may also risk 300,000 jobs, and Bush warned that customers might turn to unregulated sources if they do not get the relief they need. WSAV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum unveiled a holiday dining display that shows festive table settings for visitors and will remain on view for the season — a unique addition to the museum’s historic charm. WTOC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Savannah Arts Academy won the Class 2AA State Championship in the GHSA One-Act Play Competition on Nov. 15 with an adaptation of 'The Seagull' by Anton Chekhov, earning the school its first state title. Several students earned individual honors, including Best Actor for Tyler Shaw—showing their creativity under a strict 55-minute production limit. WTOC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The LeapFrog Group released hospital safety ratings for Georgia, naming 19 hospitals with an A grade while two Savannah hospitals—Candler Hospital receiving a D grade and St. Joseph's Hospital receiving an F grade—did not submit survey data. Savannah Morning News
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theatre — Tickets from $74 — Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Mannheim Steamroller's festive classics in an enchanting holiday performance.
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2025 Turkey Trot
8-11 a.m. — Daffin Park — General admission — Run a festive 4-mile course in costume on Thanksgiving morning.
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Metal Fest 2025
3-10 p.m. — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Celebrate 5 years of metal with an all-ages music fest.
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Savannah Lighted Boat Parade
7-9 p.m. — The Park at Eastern Wharf — Free entry — Experience the sparkle of holiday cheer with over 40 boats adorned in festive lights on the Savannah River.
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12 Days of Christmas Celebration
10:34 a.m. - 5:34 p.m. — Tybee Art Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with food and festive activities in a Candy Land theme.
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Joe Bonamassa Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time.
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Enmarket Bridge Run Health and Wellness Expo
3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. — 660 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA — Free entry — Engage with thousands in a vibrant health-focused environment at this community wellness event.
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Noche de las Velitas Celebration
9 PM - 3 AM — 201 Lounge Savannah — Ticketed event — Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Noche de las Velitas with music and good energy.
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Tickets starting at $14 — Enjoy a thrilling performance of basketball trick shots and comedy by the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.
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Yoga at Telfair Academy
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Telfair Academy — $20 Drop-In, $15 for Members — Flow through yoga in a stunning Savannah setting guided by an experienced teacher.
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