Good morning, Savannah.

Robert Hale volunteers for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign in Savannah & invites friends to help as donations dip this season.

On Thursday, Dec. 18, community members gathered in Savannah to walk in support of a local acid attack survivor, showing unity and offering comfort after the incident.

On Thursday, a holiday toy drive by the Wingmen Motorcycle Club of Savannah and the Savannah Fire Department brought toys and joy to children at Memorial Health Children’s Hospital.

Special guests like Mickey and Minnie Mouse and a boy who rang the bell after being tumor-free for one year made the day memorable.

Today, Robert Hale marks his sixth year dressing as Santa to ring the Salvation Army bell outside a storefront for its Red Kettle Campaign — a small holiday tradition to help raise funds for at-risk community members.

He invites others to volunteer and share in this local effort.

On Thursday, Dec. 18, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division crew embarked on its final Ecological Assessment Survey of 2025 — gathering data on marine life to guide management of the extended shrimp season amid rising climate pressure.

The Savannah Chatham Public School District hosts the Holiday Classic Basketball Showcase (today at five venues, tomorrow at three), with teams from Savannah High, Groves, Jenkins, Beach and Woodville-Tompkins competing in scheduled games.

DeSoto Street Holiday Market

11 AM – 5 PM — Two Tides Brewing Co. — Free entry — Last-minute shopping with local vendors and festive tunes awaits.

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.

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.

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.

Savannah Ghost Pirates vs. South Carolina Stingrays

7-8:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets start at $40 — Cheer on the Ghost Pirates in a thrilling hockey matchup against the Stingrays.

Adoption Event at Petco

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

Irish New Year Celebration at Wexford

5-11:59 p.m. — Wexford, Savannah's Irish Pub — Free entry — Celebrate twice with Irish traditions and live music as the New Year approaches.

Eric Bailey Stand-Up Comedy Show

10:00-11:30 PM — Front Porch Improv: Savannah's Home for Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter and live music with rising star Eric Bailey.

Ghost Tour: Savannah's Comedic Haunts

1-hour adventure — River Street Marketplace — Check local listings — A hilarious trolley ride blending spooky tales with cheeky humor.