Drawn from Telfair Museums’ permanent collection, Primary: Artists Working in Red, Yellow, and Blue explores how artists have utilized primary colors in adventurous ways to elicit brilliant experiences. Featuring works by Roy Lichtenstein, Ellsworth Kelly, and Joan Miró, these energetic and dynamic compositions introduce viewers to the expansive possibilities of a simple palette.

‘Tideland’ is an exhibition of black and white photographs by Savannah-based photographer Parker Stewart (b. 1992). Taken between 2020 and 2024, these evocative photographs document the coast of Georgia by transporting the viewer into the visceral and primordial atmosphere of the barrier islands and inland waterways.

The SCAD Museum of Art is proud to honor our U.S. service members by participating in the annual Blue Star Museums movement. In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, SCAD MOA welcomes active-duty military personnel and their families with complimentary admission starting on Armed Forces Day, May 17, through Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025. We look forward to presenting our latest exhibitions to these brave responders.

The SCAD Museum of Art joins world-renowned cultural institutions such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Art Institute of Chicago; the de Young Museum, San Francisco; the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.; and the Dallas Museum of Art as a Blue Star Museum participant.

(Un)Grounded, a solo exhibition of new work by Iranian-American artist Raheleh Filsoofi, is an immersive multimedia installation of ceramic vessels, sound, and video in conversation with the pottery and landscapes on view in The Moss Mystique: Southern Women and Newcomb Pottery. Over the past two years, Filsoofi has traveled to nine states in the Southeast to collect soil, including a visit to Savannah in April 2024. She has carefully archived, processed, and extracted the clay from these locations to form the physical and symbolic content of her multidisciplinary practice. Embracing her movement as a woman and immigrant within the region, (Un)Grounded considers the legacies of Newcomb Pottery through Filsoofi’s personal identity to engage with present-day perceptions surrounding southern identity, transience, and meanings of authenticity.

In 1895, administrators in the art department at the H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial College in New Orleans, Louisiana, a women’s higher education institution that was joined to Tulane University, started a new commercial enterprise so that their students could put the skills they learned in their art and design courses into practice. A group of potters, mostly men, created the various objects out of clays sourced throughout the South, and women graduates of the art program painted them with images of flora and fauna. Newcomb Pottery quickly received praise throughout the US for the quality of its designs and the perceived authenticity of its representation of Southern regional identity, and these strong ties to location remain present today, long after the Pottery’s closure in 1939.

This exhibition focuses on the Newcomb potters’ material and chosen subjects, their relationships to regional identity, and the Pottery’s changing approaches to these subjects over time. Tasked with representing the region through their work, Newcomb designers earned a reputation for turning to their local environment for inspiration. This exhibition explores how designs that featured repeating, semi-abstract, and carefully selected plants such as waterlilies eventually transformed into muted landscapes of moss-draped oaks and cypresses, and the way these images matched romanticized visions of the South that were growing in the 20th century. The Moss Mystique asks visitors to reconsider their ideas about what makes a place unique. In an adjacent gallery, interdisciplinary artist Raheleh Filsoofi’s new multimedia exhibition (Un)Grounded will respond to the complexities of Newcomb pottery.

Stop the annual learning “Summer Slide” by joining the LOPL Summer Reading Challenge. Readers of all ages are invited to log ten hours of reading whatever they chose, however they choose, for prizes and fun. Each LOPL branch hosts special free programming events throughout the summer. Sign up online or in-person at LOPL.

100 Days of Purpose – June 1–September 8 (ongoing)
Led by Savannah’s only lifestyle medicine physician and coaching team at Purpose & Plants, this 100-day community wellness challenge inspires simple, daily actions tied to your deeper purpose. It’s free, flexible, and designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect. Join the private Facebook group to access all of the free giveaways and resources.
→ Join anytime: https://purposeandplants.com/100-days-of-purpose-1

Camp Dates:
Week 1–3: June 2–20
Week 4–5: July 7–18
Location: Performance Initiatives, Inc.
Cost: $150/week for new campers | $120/week for returning campers
Hours:
Day Camp: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Post-Camp Care: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Registration: www.pifitness.org

Get ready for the ultimate music showdown! The Battle of the Bands is coming to District Live at Plant Riverside District, and it’s going to be an unforgettable night of energy, music, and competition! Come out and support your favorite bands! Bring your friends, family, and fellow music lovers—their vote counts! It’s the ultimate musical battle, and you don’t want to miss the chance to witness local talent rock the stage and compete for the crown.

Mark your calendars and get ready to rock!

INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPATING BANDS:
Show off your talents and battle it out for a chance to win a spotlight performance at Savannah’s Entertainment District. Bands can apply between April 2nd to May 11th.

Dates:

Qualifying Rounds: Saturday, June 7th, 14th and 21st | Grand Finale: Saturday, June 28th

Prizes:

WINNER: The winner of the Battle of the Bands will be awarded an incredible prize package that will take their music career to the next level! This includes a full-day recording session at District Live Studios, valued at $2,500, with food and beverages provided throughout the session ($200 value). Additionally, the winner will receive a paid District Live concert performance with exclusive green room access ($1,500 value), including food and beverages in the green room ($350 value). To make the experience even more memorable, (2) 1-Night guest rooms at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District will be provided for the night of the show ($1,000 value). As a bonus, the winner will also receive Wicked Weed prizes, including 10 cases of Wicked Weed beer and branded hats and t-shirts.

RUNNER UP: The runner-up of the Battle of the Bands will receive an incredible prize package to further their musical journey! This includes a half-day recording session at District Live Studios, valued at $2,000, with food and beverages provided during the session ($200 value). Additionally, the runner-up will have the opportunity to perform at a paid event on the Riverwalk Stage at Plant Riverside, valued at $1,000, offering a unique platform to showcase their talent.

All summer camps are for children ages 5 to 12. We will have 3 summer camps this summer. Our Superhero camp is the first one from June 16-20. Unleash your inner hero at our Superhero Training Camp! Prepare for an epic adventure where you’ll train to become the ultimate superhero. From building strength and agility to mastering creative problem-solving, our camp will put your powers to the test through exciting missions, obstacle courses, and team challenges. Learn how to harness your unique abilities, create your own superhero persona, and join forces with fellow heroes to save the day. Whether you’re swinging from ropes or designing your own superhero gear, this camp is packed with action, fun, and endless opportunities to discover your super strengths. Get ready to save the world, one heroic act at a time!

Summer Art Camp at Scribble Art Studio includes all materials and daily snack. Instructors guide students each day in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and fiber arts. Students work with instructors to create themed projects along with guidance towards self-expression. We guarantee happiness, confididence and skill building each day. Each week is different for campers attending more than one week.

Join Gray’s Reef Ocean Discovery Center for the second week of Super Sanctuary Summer. This week’s theme is plankton, often microscopic ocean critters that play a critical role in producing oxygen, feeding a blue planet, and just being cool!

Come join us for a peaceful morning of yoga at Mother Matilda Beasley Park. Start your day off right with some sun salutations and mindful breathing surrounded by nature. This event is perfect for families looking to connect and recharge together. All ages and yoga levels are welcome!

Bring your yoga mats and get ready to stretch and flow as the sun rises. Let’s celebrate Juneteenth by honoring ancestors with intention. Don’t miss this opportunity to start the day with positive energy and community vibes. This event is free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated!!

See you there!

🎯 Crimestoppers Happy Hour is coming to Molly’s! 🎯
Join us every 2nd & 4th Thursday for a night of yard games (think axe throwing, cornhole & giant Jenga), unbeatable food & drink specials, and great company — all while supporting a cause that keeps Savannah safe. 💚 We’re proud to partner with Chatham County Crimestoppers for these fun-filled nights of community connection.
Let’s play, sip, and support together! 🍻

Exciting News, Savannah Neighbors!

Something fresh is happening on our little gem, Hutchinson Island!

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Farmers & Fishermen Sunset Market at Savannah Harbor (aka Savannah Sunset Market), the first community event of its kind on the island. Our first two markets were a hit—Savannah showed up and showed out to support local vendors and enjoy the waterfront vibes!

Join us every month for an unforgettable evening market featuring:

🌿 Fresh Local Produce & Seafood
🛍 Artisan Goods
🎶 Live Music
🧘🏽‍♀️ Free Sunset Yoga at 6:30 PM (register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1333554370019)

Upcoming Market Dates | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

May 15, 29

June 5, 19

July 3, 17 & 31

August 7 & 21

(Held the 1st, 3rd, and the occasional 5th Thursday each month.)

Bring your friends and family, support local, and enjoy great food, music, and good company by the water.

Stay in the loop!
Subscribe for updates → www.SavannahSunsetMarket.com

Vendor spots available!
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis—if you or someone you know would be a great fit, apply today!

Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the Savannah Sunset Market’s Juneteenth Block Party, featuring a dynamic lineup of healing, heritage, and hometown pride.

✨ Program Highlights:

4:30 PM – Market Opens

5:00 PM – Rooted & Rising: A Live Demonstration with Janiqwa “Iya J.” Nganga, healer, culturist, and priestess of several African spiritual systems, sharing how ancestral practices used herbs and natural elements for healing and energy clearing.

Bak Bond – Rising country artist bringing a Southern soul sound to the celebration

6:00 PM – Performance by Lillian Grant Baptiste, acclaimed storyteller and spoken word artist

7:00 PM – Yoga on the River led by Flow of Light

Special Visit from Mayor Van Johnson – Come celebrate with our city’s leader as we honor history and community

8:30 PM – Market Ends

Getting to the Market Is Easy

Drive and park for free near the market entrance

Ride the Savannah Belles Ferry from River Street and enjoy a scenic walk or assisted ride from the landing

Confirmed Vendors Include:

Rhoot Man | King of Pops | ElonWick Candle Co. | Emma James
Hillbilly Willie’s | Revel Coffee | MGH Canine Essentials
Ogeechee River Bay Farmstead | Dr. Farm Organics | The Refillery
Blue Heron Farms | JM Bros Provisions Pizza | M.F. Hot Sauce
Stone & Crust Sourdough Co. | Greenwise Tropical Market
The Cone Ranger | Castra Rota Fine Foods | Savannah Sauce Company
Prewitt Homestead | Otis Daise & Son Produce | Island Easy Quencher
Herb’s Bare Necessities | Ogeechee Creations | Setwake Savannah
NicoleNaturals | Chappell Farms Peaches | Savannah Botanica
Hank’s SheCrab Soup & Crab Cakes | Ruthven Coconuts
Sticks Society | Rosemary Knoll Eatable Delights
Molly’s Fish and Chips | Savannah River Honey

About the Market
The Farmers & Fishermen Sunset Market at Savannah Harbor takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month and features local farmers, artisans, small food businesses, and wellness practitioners from throughout the Lowcountry.

Market Founder & Contact:
Naja Hayward
Founder, Rainmaker Publishing
Market Manager, Savannah Sunset Market
Phone: 562-270-5477
Email: Naja@timetogetpublished.com
www.SavannahSunsetMarket.com
Follow us on Instagram Facebook: @SavannahSunsetMarket

Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF), which is currently celebrating its 70th anniversary, will welcome writer and retired Savannah State University Professor Patricia West as a guest speaker on Thursday, June 19 at the HSF headquarters, located at 321 E. York St. West will deliver an informative lecture entitled “Celebrating Savannah’s African American & Gullah Geechee Literary Legacies” as part of the 2025 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “The People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.” Attendees are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The lecture will start at 6 p.m.

In honor of Juneteenth, West will take attendees on a literary tour through Savannah’s portion of the Gullah Geechee Corridor. She will discuss Black authors who have called Savannah home, outsiders who made surprising connections to its people and writers who later established themselves in the broader realm of African American and American literary traditions. She will also showcase her Gullah Geechee heritage through a sampling of original poetry that captures the history of Savannah — from its rivers to the Dundee Cove — with spotlights on dockworkers, “dinner” ladies and Black Victorians.

A Savannah, Ga. native and Savannah State University graduate, West retired as an Assistant Professor of English at Savannah State University in 2022. She earned a master’s degree in English Education from Georgia Southern University and attained doctoral candidacy status at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of Still Water Words: Poems and Stories from Ancestral Places and co-author of the e-textbook Great Works of African American Literature. Her research has also been published in The Journal of Museum Anthropology and Women’s Studies. She has presented her literary research at more than 20 conferences across the country and around the globe. Most recently, she attended the American Literature Association Conference and presented her groundbreaking research on the Black farm workers and house servants who influenced the writing of Savannah’s own Flannery O’Connor.

Active in the community, West serves as a lecturer at Senior Citizens Inc.’s Learning Center and on the board of directors for the LePageville Memorial Cemetery, a property that was recently featured on Historic Savannah Foundation’s inaugural list of at-risk historic properties identified through HSF’s Endangered Places program. She is also a member of the Savannah State University Community Booster Club, Savannah State University National Alumni Association, Flannery O’Connor Society, National Council of Negro Women and the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.

Historic Savannah Foundation’s Lecture Series is open to the public. Reservations are recommended, as space is limited. Attendance is free for Historic Savannah Foundation members and $15 for non-members. Members may RSVP by emailing Kendall Graham at kgraham@myhsf.org or calling 912-233-7787, ext. 109. Non-members may purchase tickets by visiting myhsf.org/events/lecture-series

Learn more at a free educational event presented by Dr. Miranda Horton with Memorial Health University Physicians.

Register here: https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/event/memorialhealthuniversitymedicalcenterintegratedent__ga0264__webinar_6_19_2025/

Join us for a cozy, creative evening in Savannah as Syd Nichole partners with our friends at Savannah Bee Company for a one-of-a-kind Dried Flower & Mead Bottle Workshop!

In this hands-on experience, you’ll design your own beautiful dried flower arrangement on a mead bottle — perfect as a keepsake or thoughtful gift. Your ticket includes all the dried blooms, tools, and materials you’ll need, plus your own bottle to take home. You must be 21 to participate.

As you craft, enjoy a mead tasting featuring Savannah Bee Company’s signature selections, along with a charcuterie board and honey tastings to savor throughout the evening.

As a special treat, all attendees will also receive 10% off in-store purchases during the event — the perfect time to stock up on your favorite honeys, gifts, and goodies!

Space is limited, so grab your ticket and join us for a night of blooms, sips, and sweet company.

The workshop is held at the Savannah Bee Company on Riverstreet.

Have any questions or want to book a private event? Email us at info@sydnichole.com. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.

Come mix and mingle on Thursday 6/19 from 6pm-8pm with Savannah’s talented local artists as they showcase their latest works. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a casual admirer, or just looking for a fun night out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Support local. Celebrate art. Savor the moment.

Featured Artists:

– Brian Gilbert
– Molly Cusick
– Calvin Woodham
– Elizabeth Massey

As a special bonus we are also offering 10% off any luxury scent during the art show!

For full details on our location and event, please visit our website at: https://sealove.com/pages/location/savannah #events

Music Night is back in the Shuk Atrium from 6-9 on Thursday nights.
We are ecstatic to continue offering entertainment right in the neighborhood this spring!
Come check out rotating local artists while enjoying our fresh selection of craft cocktails, mocktails, and bites!

Opening April 17th through July 27th, Tuesday to Sunday

This Spring, tumble down the rabbit hole once again as the Vinyl Room transforms into a haunting wonderland. Back by popular demand, The Trouble With Alice returns with its fantastical décor, transporting you straight into the pages of Lewis Carroll’s imagination—complete with surprises around every corner.

With intricate themed cocktails that invite you to “Drink Me” and curious small plates at the Mad Hatter’s tea party table, a world of whimsy is waiting for every guest.

Whether you missed it last time or just can’t wait to fall back into Wonderland, The Trouble With Alice promises an experience unlike any other.

90 minute seating maximum may be enforced

Join us for a refreshing sunset yoga and pilates fusion class overlooking the river at beautiful Savannah Harbor. This energizing outdoor session starts at 6:30 PM and is open to all levels—perfect for grounding your week and moving with the rhythm of nature.

Bring your mat, bring a friend, and flow with us as the sun begins to set over the water.

Class takes place during the Farmers & Fishermen Sunset Market (also known as the Savannah Sunset Market), happening every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursday of the month. The market begins at 4:30 PM, so come early to enjoy live music, fresh local produce, artisan goods, and delicious eats before settling in for your riverside practice.

Location: Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Island (across from River Street)
Time: Market from 4:30–8:30 PM | Yoga at 6:30 PM
What to Bring: Yoga mat, water bottle, and good energy

Free to attend. Donations welcome.
Let the river breeze and sunset sky guide your breath and movement.

#SavannahSunsetMarket #YogaOnTheRiver #SunsetFlowSavannah

Write to find your inner clarity—the clarity of your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, subconscious images, and symbols. Explore in-class exercises that get you beyond the surface.

Then hone your craft. Learn the skills that help you best express your thoughts, feelings, and perceptions to reach your readers at a deeper level. Learn 4D characterization, voice vs. style, and maximizing the power of your sentences.

Also, learn about publishing, literary agents, and discuss the writing life with people who are living it.

This is an ongoing, eight-week session of classes. Register at clearinghousesavannah.com