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Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Wharf at 101 Port St is hosting free, family-friendly holiday events through December, featuring live music, Sundays with Santa, and a food drive for Second Harvest. Attendees are invited to celebrate the season and enjoy festive offerings day to night. Savannah Business Journal
- ➤ Marcus Parker, after 26 years in incarceration, returns with a new non-profit for at-risk youth known as I Kappa Phi. He hopes to prevent poor choices among local teens by sharing tools he learned, and welcomed keynote speakers and family at his homecoming, inviting the community to get involved. WTOC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Big Bon Bodega, a community eatery, received the SBAC 2025 Michael Bunn, Sr. Memorial Rising Star Small Business of the Year award on Wed., Dec. 3 at its award luncheon. The honor recognizes the restaurant's standout performance & promise. Savannah Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Despite chilly, rainy weather, families enjoyed the Savannah Santa Train event at the Georgia State Railroad Museum on Saturday, Dec. 7. The day featured sold-out train rides, holiday crafts, and activities for children + organizers noted high attendance, making it one of the museum’s most popular festivities. WJCL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Despite steady rain, thousands gathered in downtown Savannah on Saturday for the 34th annual Enmarket Savannah Bridge Run, where runners and walkers repeatedly crossed the Talmadge Memorial Bridge and joined a festive costume contest. Many participants are already planning for next year's event. WJCL
- ➤ Georgia football rose to No. 2 in the US LBM Coaches Poll on Dec. 8 after its 28–7 win over Alabama in the SEC Championship and will play in the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1. Savannah Morning News
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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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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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Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances
5-9 p.m. — Savannah's Waterfront — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with festive dance and musical acts during Savannah's Christmas Market.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Mint to Be Mojito Bar and Bites — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater with festive activities and contests.
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Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring 'The Nutcracker' & More
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of winter melodies by candlelight at this festive concert.
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Florida Everblades vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates
7-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Everblades as they take on the Ghost Pirates in an exciting hockey matchup.
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DeSoto Street Holiday Market
11 AM – 5 PM — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Last-minute shopping with local vendors and festive tunes awaits.
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Florida Everblades vs Savannah Ghost Pirates
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Stream available — Catch the action live or enjoy archived footage from this hockey showdown.
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Holiday Watercolor Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Scribble Art Studio Sav LLC — Cost info unavailable — Unleash your creativity with festive watercolor paintings of Camellias, Hollys, and Colorful Ornaments.
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Christmas Day Brunch at Rhett
7 AM – 2 PM — Rhett — Check website for pricing — Celebrate the season with a beautifully crafted brunch buffet featuring delicious offerings by Chef Chancey.
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