Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
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🏘️ Community
On Saturday, the Old Savannah City Mission served warm meals and distributed clothing to hundreds amid federal cuts that threatened supplies—community members donated 100 turkeys in two days to help fill the gap.
The mission will host a Thanksgiving meal from 3 to 5 p.m. to offer hot meals and winter items.
Rincon community members raised funds to help a local child battling leukemia, easing the burden of treatment costs.
Organizers say the drive will gather more support as the child continues treatment.
🎭 Culture
The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum in Savannah shows an exhibit on Christmas traditions from 113 years ago using family diaries and old artifacts— the exhibit runs through Jan.
4 while the museum will be closed on Thanksgiving Eve, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas, and admission is $15.
🎓 Education
The state Department of Education named 26 southeast Georgia schools as Literacy Leaders for their growth and achievement in reading.
The honors cover elementary, middle and high schools (Bryan, Bulloch, Effingham, Chatham, Screven and Wayne Counties).
🌲 Environment
Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah was named by WorldAtlas as Georgia's most snake-infested park, home to snakes ranging from eastern diamondback rattlesnakes to copperheads.
The park will host 'Snakes of Skidaway' events at the Interpretive Center on Dec 1 and Dec 2 and is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. with free entry and a $5 parking fee.
📰 Lifestyle
Renegade Paws Rescue reported that local pet Hammy Hambone is available for adoption + he is waiting for a loving family.
The rescue invites interested locals to inquire soon.
🎉 Savannah Events
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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.
Metal Fest 2025
3-10 p.m. — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Celebrate 5 years of metal with an all-ages music fest.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jacksonville Icemen vs Savannah Ghost Pirates
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Streaming available — Watch the exciting ECHL matchup live or catch the replay on FloHockey.
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