‘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.

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum—an acclaimed museum dedicated to celebrating and preserving America’s maritime legacy—is delighted to present “Beyond the Plate: Sea and Sky,” an exciting new solo exhibition featuring nautical-inspired, mixed-media art by Rob Strati, from September 25, 2025 through April 12, 2026.

“Beyond the Plate” will showcase new work by one of America’s hottest contemporary artists. Strati has recently enjoyed sold-out exhibits at Duane Reed Gallery in St. Louis and FREMIN Gallery in New York and has sold work to top international art collectors in New York, London, Hong Kong, Dubai and beyond. Strati’s art incorporates broken porcelain plates that have been embellished and adorned with creative details. The exhibition features the artist’s latest bold, kinetic mixed-media works and limited-edition prints as well as an ambitious site-specific installation that will be suspended from the ceiling of the Ships of the Sea atrium.

Strati’s latest series was inspired by a porcelain plate from his wife’s late mother, which accidentally fell and broke into fragments. In order to preserve the shards of the shattered plate, and the memory of someone vitally important to both him and his wife, the artist began working on his “Fragmented” series, using pen and paper to “explore the possibilities of things broken and the stories that can evolve from the pieces left behind.”

Each piece of Strati’s art starts with the breaking of a porcelain plate and takes approximately two weeks to complete. Although the artist is rigorous about his creative process, he always allows space for spontaneous ideas to emerge from the fragments. Over time, he has learned important lessons about art and life by creating new works of art from broken shards.

Strati describes his work as a “mix of chaos and control” that is constantly evolving. He hopes his upcoming exhibition at Ships of the Sea will inspire visitors to think about time, creativity and beauty in fresh, new ways. All of the art in “Beyond the Plate” will be available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.

ABOUT ROBERT STRATI: Originally from Boston, Strati grew up in Columbus, Ohio and earned a B.A. in History of Art from Ohio State University. His art has been exhibited at leading international museums and art galleries and has been featured in The Art Newspaper, Whitehot Magazine, Reclaim, Beaux Arts, Sculpture Magazine, Vice and The Village Voice. Strati’s work and “Beyond the Plate” will also be featured in ARTS Southeast’s fall issue of IMPACT Magazine in October 2025.

Celebrate Seafood Month this October at Sorry Charlie’s Oyster Bar in downtown Savannah! All month long, 5% of every Bull River oyster order will be donated to UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Shellfish Research Lab on Skidaway Island. 

Bull River oysters are a product of Savannah Oyster Company. Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Shellfish Research Lab works closely with Georgia’s oyster farmers, including Savannah Oyster Company, by producing high-quality oyster seed. The lab also trains new farmers and studies aquaculture practices that strengthen Georgia’s coastal economy and the environment. 

The month-long event will kick-off on October 1 from 4-6 p.m. on the bottom floor of Sorry Charlie’s Oyster Bar. There will be a representative from Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant with informational materials about the organization and how to get involved! Come learn more about the work of the Shellfish Research Lab and the local Savannah Oyster Company. 

This October, Plant Riverside District is proud to host a series of special events and activations in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, supporting the Telfair Mammography Fund for no cost breast health services to uninsured and underinsured individuals in the community. Guests are invited to enjoy unique experiences, delicious themed offerings, and community-focused events, all while raising awareness for an important cause.

Join us all month long as we celebrate hope, strength, and community to help support life-saving breast health services.

Mary’s Place: Sexual Assault Center of the Coastal Empire (formerly the Rape Crisis Center) is proud to announce Healing is Sweet, a multi-event dessert campaign celebrating Mary’s Place 50th anniversary of service to survivors of sexual violence. This series will feature local dessert shops and community gatherings designed to uplift survivors’ voices, foster connection, and support ongoing advocacy and healing.

All October long, Flirt with Dessert will be running a special coupon campaign to support Mary’s Place – make a donation, get some treats!

Welcome to Director’s Cut, a monthly series at The Green Room celebrating the legendary cocktails of hotel lobby bars around the world. Each month we’ll feature a storied classic, crafted with the care and reverence it deserves.

Join us on October 9th at 6pm for a focused one hour class exploring the history and construction of the Hanky Panky. Part lesson, part tasting, all inspiration.

Every day, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.

Each month’s featured cocktail will be available for purchase, meticulously crafted for those who appreciate the art of the drink. No tickets. No guest list. Just show up, and break a leg.⁠

Throughout her storied career, actress Glenn Close has collaborated closely with costume designers to help bring the characters she embodies to life. Inspired by the creativity and craftsmanship she saw in her film and theater productions, she began collecting and preserving costumes and accessories from her projects after her first movie, The World According to Garp (1982). In 2017, she donated her over 800-piece collection to the Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection in the School of Art, Architecture Design at Indiana University.

First presented at the Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University in 2020, The Art of the Character: Highlights from the Glenn Close Costume Collection will offer visitors a unique opportunity to thoroughly explore the careful consideration and exacting details that teams of designers, drapers, and other craftspeople created in over 50 ensembles and numerous examples of jewelry, shoes, and other accessories. It will feature the work of award-winning costume designers, including Anthony Powell (1935–2021), Ann Roth (b. 1949), James Acheson (b. 1946), and Alexandra Byrne (b. 1962), and costumers like Barbara Matera Ltd (active 1968–2001), from 14 of Close’s best-loved movies.

This exhibition is organized by Telfair Museums in partnership with the Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection at the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture, and Design of Indiana University.

Hours:
Sunday (10am–5pm)
Monday (CLOSED)
Tuesday (10am-5pm)
Wednesday (10am–5pm)
Thursday (10am–5pm)
Friday (10am–5pm)
Saturday (10am–5pm)

Georgia Color is a juried event exclusively for Georgia artists. All paintings created throughout the event will be showcased and available for purchase at different events, at our gallery in Savannah, and right off the easel. Fresh paintings will be added each day! Enjoy Artist Demonstrations, Talks and Gallery Walks as well!

On Wednesday, October 15, join us as welcome our participating artists to Savannah and to the 7th Annual Georgia Color Plein Air. Attendees get a chance to meet the artists, preview new works and mingle over lite bites and beverages.

Friday evening, a sunset/nocturne PaintQuick. All artists are welcome to participate. The art loving public is invited to engage, enjoy and be amazed. Artists are given two hours to create a painting, frame, wire, tag, title and place it on their easel in time for judging. Prizes are awarded.

All participating artists will hold and conceal two paintings created during Georgia Color to be placed in the competition. An Awards and Collectors Celebration will be held at our Exhibition Gallery, Saturday evening October 18.

VIP Entry 5:30 p.m. / All Ticket Holders enter 6:00 p.m.

In the blink of an eye, thousands of guests dressed all in white arrive at a secret location for a chic picnic en masse—a global culinary phenomenon with “joie de vivre” and local flair!

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Savannah with Wiener Dog Races, live music, Bavarian-inspired food & drink specials, and festive games every weekend at Plant Riverside District! Don your lederhosen, grab a stein, and join the fun on the Riverwalk.

Wiener Dog Races
Get ready for the cutest competition of the year! The 2025 Savannah Wiener Dog Races are hitting the track on Saturday, October 11, at the vibrant Plant Riverside District, presented in partnership with Savannah’s Waterfront. Watch these spirited dachshunds dash for glory in a fun-filled event the whole family will love.

Riverwalk
11 AM

Pretzel Toss
October 4th, 11th and 18th

Teams of two battle it out! One partner tosses mini pretzels, the other catches with their hat. Most pretzels caught in 30 seconds wins.

Riverwalk
1 PM
Free

Pretzel Fishing
October 4th, 11th and 18th

One blindfolded partner tries to eat a pretzel dangling from a stick—fastest to finish (or eat the most in 30 seconds) wins.

Riverwalk
2 PM
Free

Stein Holding Challenge
October 4th, 11th and 18th

Raise a stein and put your strength to the test! Contestants hold their steins straight out without spilling. Last one standing wins. (21 with beer, under 21 welcome with root beer.)

Riverwalk
3 PM
Free

The Tybee Island City Wide Yard Sale is back on October 18th 2025 from 8am – 3pm, presented by The Shoppes at 1207.

Have you ever wanted to try blacksmithing? The Coastal Georgia Blacksmiths Guild will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday Oct 18th. We got all the tools and we love to demonstrate. The shop is located behind the 1200 building, drive around the front side of the market and you’ll see it.

The fall market is gearing back up and we are super pumped to be back!!! All of our regular vendors are back along with some new talent.

Come join us from 9-12 and support local food and craft vendors.
We love our Islanders!

✨Calling all homeschool families in Savannah!✨
Join us for Weekly Homeschool Fridays at the Science Center 🧪🌍
📅 Every Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 2204 Skidaway Road, Savannah, GA 31404
👩‍🔬 Classes for kids 6
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Monthly Meet & Greets (virtual in person)
📚 Hands-on learning, science fun, and community connections!
➡️ For more info, contact Alyssa Love-Archey at aloveph4kz@gmail.com
Come learn, explore, and connect with other homeschool families. Register here: https://publichealth4kidzproduction.com/homeschool

This a one-time, 2 hour class for students to throw with clay for the first time on the pottery wheel.

Join us in raising funds for the uninsured and underinsured to receive a mammogram.

We all start somewhere, so let’s start together in this six-week beginner wheel class where we will focus on establishing a solid foundation in clay work. During the course, we will concentrate on creating practical forms that you will appreciate using and sharing. The class includes clay, tools, glaze, and firing!

Three class times available:
Wednesdays, AM
Sept 17 – Oct 22
10 AM – 12:30 PM

Wednesdays PM
Sept 17 – Oct 22
6 – 8:30 PM

Saturdays, AM
Sept 20 – Oct 25
10 AM – 12:30 PM

One of our most popular and beloved classes. Toss the recipes and take a trip to Forsyth Farmers Market where you’ll meet the local vendors and select locally grown produce and proteins before returning to prepare lunch, focused on vegetable preparations and grilling basics.

One of our most popular and beloved classes. Toss the recipes and take a trip to Forsyth Farmers Market where you’ll meet the local vendors and select locally grown produce and proteins before returning to prepare lunch, focused on vegetable preparations and grilling basics.

We have another great market day in store for you, plant people! You won’t want to miss Wild Seed Plant Sale and Makers Market on Saturday, October 18th from 10am to 2pm at Savannah Hydroponics & Organics in Garden City!
Shop an amazing selection of common and rare houseplants, fresh mushrooms and locally made food from our community.
Check out local makers, artists, herbalists, and sustainable goods.
Take the plunge with Savannah Ice Tub Club or enjoy a sauna in their mobile spa!
Come hungry – Mexicali Fresh Food Truck will be serving up delicious and fresh Mexican classics!
Enjoy live vocals from Maisy Oliver Smith!
Come meet your new best friend – One Love Animal Rescue will be on hand with adoptable pets!
Cut your own fresh flowers at Bloom (Where You’re Planted) Flower Farm!
Pop into Savannah Hydro to load up on organic and hydroponic gardening supplies while you’re here.
The market is family friendly, pet friendly, and there is plenty of free parking just next door at the old Savannah State Farmers Market.
Share this with a friend you want to come with you!

Half Price Stems Every Saturday from now until mid-November, or when the blooms die off! Hours 10am to 3pm.
Where: Savannah Hydroponics & Organics, 4107 8th Street, Suite C, Garden City, GA 31408; located next to the Savannah State Farmers Market.
Bloom (Where You’re Planted) Flower Farm offers Savannah residents a vibrant new destination for locally-grown, sustainable flowers. This community-focused farm is more than a place to pick flowers—it’s an experience that connects people to the beauty of nature while supporting eco-friendly growing practices.
Located in Garden City adjacent to Savannah Hydroponics and Organics, Bloom Flower Farm specializes in seasonal blooms including zinnias, sunflowers, and cosmos, grown
with care using environmentally responsible methods. Guests can enjoy “you-pick” experiences, floral workshops, and seasonal events designed to inspire creativity and connection.

Welcome to the Nevermore Book Convention and Ball! Join us on Sat, Oct 18, 2025 at the beautiful Tybee Island Wedding Chapel & Grand Ballroom for a day filled with all things bookish. Meet your favorite authors, discover new reads, and dance the night away at our ball. Get ready for a day of fun, books, and magic!

SCHEDULE:

10:00 am – 11:00 am: Panel ticket holder check-in and panel attendance

10:30 am – 11:00 am: check in will begin outside the venue for VIP Market Only ticket holders and Market/Ball ticket holders

*Those attending the ball will receive their pass to the ball at check in and must present at the door for ball attendance come 8:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:00 pm: VIP shopping for VIP and Market/Ball Ticket holders

3:00pm – 5:00 pm: general admission shopping (must have GA ticket)

*Check in for GA shopping will begin at 2:30 pm outside of venue

ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE OUT OF VENUE BETWEEN 5:00pm – 8:00pm

8:00 pm -11:00 pm: Nevermore Ball

Celebrate cozy season with a whimsical floral-design workshop at Bloom with guide Kelly Morris! We’ll turn adorable fairy pumpkins into charming, long-lasting mini centerpieces using freshly harvested Bloom flowers and textural fall greens.

When: Saturday, October 18 at 11:00 AM
Where: Bloom Flower Farm @ Savannah Hydroponics & Organics, 4107 8th St., Garden City, GA
Duration: ~75 minutes
Skill level: Total beginners to flower lovers welcome
Spots: Limited (small, hands-on group)
Tickets: $50 per person (includes all materials)
Registration deadline: Monday, October 13th

Kelly will share simple, foolproof steps for building shape, balance, and color harmony—so your arrangement looks great from every angle (and lasts).
After 15 years in corporate marketing and institutional communications, Kelly Morris made the bold leap into entrepreneurship—trading deadlines for dirt and boardrooms for
bloom fields. As a small-scale food producer, culinary educator, and modern homesteader, she now leads Savannah Hydroponics & Organics and Bloom Flower Farm in Garden City, Georgia.

You’ll learn:
– How to prep and “green” a pumpkin vessel for longevity
– The 3-point method for balanced, airy designs
– Color texture tricks that make seasonal blooms pop
– After-care so your arrangement stays pretty all week

You’ll take home:
– One finished fairy-pumpkin floral centerpiece
– A quick reference card with care tips & recipes
– New confidence to style your own fall florals

What’s included:
– Fairy pumpkin, chicken wire/foam alternative, tape, snips to use in class
– A curated bar of Bloom-grown stems (“focals”, fillers, floaty bits, and foliage)

What to bring:
– Optional: your favorite clippers or an apron (we’ll have extras)

Make sure to reserve your spot here: https://forms.gle/oeUQZtdXzK1mrK4LA

Join this collaboration with the Blitz 45 crew & The Collective Savannah for a One-of-a-kind fusion of Tone & Blitz designed to honor strength, resilience & community. This empowering class blends the mindful core work & lengthening movements of Pilates with the dynamic power & conditioning of Blitz45. Together, they create a balanced workout that builds stability, strength, & endurance.
Whether you’re looking to challenge your body or move for a cause, this class is open to all levels. Come sweat, stretch, & show your support -every rep and every breath will make a difference in the fight against breast cancer
100% of all funds go to Spoil Me Pink a non-profit for Breast Cancer Survivors and current treatment patients.

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force’s monthly Author Talk series is proud to present Jean Allen, who will be discussing her book, on her uncle, William Davis Allen | Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, 2nd Lt., American Navigator. This program will take place on October 18th at 11:00 am at the museum.

The program is free to the public, but please register at https://forms.gle/HQXTsF9RNdqmi2m6A

About the Book
In April 1944, fresh out of the Army Air Forces Navigation School, newly commissioned officer, 2nd LT William D. Allen, arrived in the European Theater of Operations, Thurleigh, England. He was assigned to the 306th Bombardment Group (Heavy), 423rd Bomb Squadron, Eighth Air Force, and suddenly thrust into navigating combat missions over Germany and France. Following the Normandy invasion, U.S. and Allied combat missions continued to help quell the advance of German soldiers and military equipment to France’s northern coast.

The 306th’s mission on 15 June 1944 was fraught with more peril than the airmen could have imagined. Once the 54 Flying Fortress B-17s arrived over France, and dropped bombs on railroad bridges being used by Germans, a barrage of 88 mm anti-aircraft artillery filled the skies, exploding into and around the B-17s, striking more than half the formation. William’s plane was hit badly and the pilot ordered his crew of eight airmen to “BAIL OUT!” The stunned airmen were suddenly parachuting into smokey, noisy, dangerous skies. They watched the rest of the formation continue on the mission as their B-17 hurtled to the ground. They must have been filled with a foreboding sense of dread knowing enemy forces surely had seen their parachutes against the morning sky. Little did they realize, French villagers below would risk their lives trying to help them. What transpired over the next 11 hours was nothing short of shocking and terrifying, starting with one French villager’s deadly betrayal–her traitorous collaboration with Nazis…

The men and women who sacrificed and served during World War II saved the world from fascism.

🎃🖤 Haunted Ink – Savannah, GA 🖤🎃
📅 October 18, 2025 | Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah Historic District

Wicked reads. Killer vibes. And your favorite romance authors ready to cast a spell on your bookshelf. 💀📚

Join us in the heart of haunted Savannah for Haunted Ink, the ultimate book signing for spooky-season lovers and dark romance fans!

✨ Spellbinding authors & exclusive merch
✨ Bookish swag bags photo ops
✨ Costumes encouraged – haunt in style
✨ Reader raffles & witchy fun all day long

📍 Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah Historic District
603 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA 31401
🎟️ Tickets: Grab yours now

Don’t ghost this one. Come get inked. 👻

#HauntedInk2025 #SavannahBookSigning #SpookyReads #RomanceAfterDark #ReadersOfInstagram #WitchyVibes #SavannahEvents

Step into the heart of the Lowcountry at the 9th Annual Gullah Food Festival, a vibrant celebration of food, music, and culture on Hilton Head Island. This unforgettable event honors the rich traditions of the Gullah people, descendants of West Africans who preserved their language, recipes, and stories through generations.
Guests will enjoy the soulful flavors of authentic Gullah cuisine, from fresh seafood and rice dishes to time-honored family recipes passed down through the years. Beyond the food, the festival brings the culture to life with live music, dance, storytelling, crafts, and interactive experiences that showcase the artistry and resilience of the Gullah community.
Whether you’re a food lover, a history enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, the Gullah Food Festival offers something special for everyone. Bring family and friends to taste, listen, dance, and learn while supporting the preservation of Gullah heritage.
Come hungry, leave inspired, and carry a piece of Gullah culture home with you.