Calling all Chatham County youth!

Your challenge is to design or redesign The Front Porch logo, while capturing the spirit of what makes The Front Porch valuable: helping parents connect to resources for their children. You can tweak our current logo or come up with a completely new design!

Basic Guidelines:
Create your own original The Front Porch logo design/redesign
Save your creation as a PNG, JPG, or PDF
Write a 2-3 sentence description about your amazing idea
E-mail your work to scargile@chathamcounty.org or drop off a hard copy at The Front Porch office – 2203 Abercorn St.

Submission deadline is July 8th. ALL participants receive free SCAD and The Front Porch swag bags. The top 3 participants will have their submissions featured on The Front Porch Facebook and Instagram accounts.

🎉 20% OFF Direct Online Bookings!
Promo Code: AMERICA250
Offer Terms: Valid for all tours purchased through July 31st!

🇺🇸 America 250: Celebrating Savannah’s Historic Legacy

The countdown to the nation’s biggest milestone has officially begun! As the United States prepares to mark 250 years of American history (1776–2026), there is no better place to uncover the foundational stories, sacrifices, and secrets of the past than right here in Georgia’s first city.

Savannah’s history isn’t just bound to the pages of text books—the spirits of the colony’s founders, Revolutionary War patriots, and historic citizens are still walking the streets of Savannah today.

Join 6th Sense World® for our America 250 Celebration, and experience the epic tales of survival, hauntings, and heritage that shaped the nation.

📍 The Historic Journey
Walk in the shadow of giants like General James Oglethorpe, who founded the colony of Georgia in 1733. Our master storytellers will guide you through moss-draped squares, cobblestone pathways, and sacred burial grounds to bridge the gap between 1776 and 2026.

Whether you are looking to explore deep local lore or encounter the paranormal energy left behind by centuries of history, we have a trek designed for you:

Sixth Sense Savannah® Ghost Tours: Uncover why Savannah is continuously named “America’s Most Haunted City.”

America’s Most Haunted City® Tour: Step into the shadows of and discover the 250 years of spirits still walking the historic streets of Savannah.

Bonaventure Cemetery Tours®: Walk the hallowed grounds where Savannah’s historic legacy is permanently etched in stone.

✨ Exclusive America 250 Anniversary Savings!
To kick off this monumental celebration, we are offering an exclusive discount to our online travelers.

🎉 20% OFF Direct Online Bookings!
Promo Code: AMERICA250
Offer Terms: Valid for all tours purchased through July 31st!

🎟️ Secure Your Spot on Center Stage of History
Spaces on our award-winning historic ghost and cemetery walks fill up quickly, especially during this historic anniversary season. Grab your discount, gather your fellow history lovers, and step into the past.

👉 Book Directly Online: www.6thSenseWorld.com
📞 Or Call Our Booking Office: 912-292-0960
Find Your Truth with Savannah’s Original Historic Ghost & Cemetery Tours.

🌼 Pollinator Palooza Summer Festival 🐝

Celebrate the pollinators that keep our world blooming at the Pollinator Palooza Summer Festival!

Join Bee City Savannah and the Forsyth Farmers Market for a fun-filled morning of creativity, wellness, and hands-on activities for all ages as we celebrate Savannah’s designation as a Bee City USA Affiliate.

✨ Enjoy:
🌸 Pollinator Coloring Bar
🧘 Buzz & Breathe: Sound Bath & Meditation
🏡 Buzz-In Boutique: Build a Bee Hotel
🎨 Brushes & Blooms: Painted Pots for Pollinators
💪 Buzz & Bloom Pilates
🌿 Meet local environmental and community organizations
🎁 Grab giveaways, resources, and family-friendly activities throughout the market.

Explore how you can help protect bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential pollinators by creating habitat, planting native flowers, and supporting pollinator-friendly communities.

Don’t forget to sign up for the Bee City Savannah newsletter for exclusive pollinator goodies and learn how to add your own pollinator garden to our growing network of community pollinator spaces.

Whether you’re a gardener, nature lover, parent, or simply looking for a fun Saturday morning, Pollinator Palooza is the perfect way to connect with your community and make a positive impact.

📍 Forsyth Farmers Market – Forsyth Park
🗓️ Saturday, July 19
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Admission is FREE. Bring your family, your friends, and your love for pollinators—we’ll bring the buzz!

Discover the art of creating flaky, buttery pastries in this fun and approachable two-day class, perfect for bakers of all skill levels! You’ll explore the secrets behind puff pastry, croissants, and Danish pastry, mastering the process of laminating dough with butter to achieve those irresistible layers. Plus, you’ll learn how to make rich, pillowy brioche and transform all these doughs into a variety of delicious sweet and savory treats. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just getting started, this hands-on experience will leave you feeling confident and inspired to recreate these pastries at home!

Day 1 (6 hours): Understanding Ingredients, Techniques of Lamination, Preparation of Puff pastry, Croissant dough, Danish pastry dough, and Brioche dough
Day 2 (6-7 hours): Rolling and finishing dough to prepare: Fruit Jalousie Pastry, Palmiers, Croissants, Bear Claws, Fruit Twist Danish, Brioche Pastries

Registration and attendance on both days is required. A light lunch each day is included.

Let’s get baking! https://occ.sn/KCMQbjRp

Come celebrate the in historic City Market one year anniversary of Alpha Mare Gallery! See the fusion of photography and paintings in what this husband and wife artistic duo dubs “paintography.” Decide “who did it better” on their joint wall, and discover art from additional member artists. This month long event is open Wednesdays – Sundays from 10-6 and every purchase enters you to win a $100 gift certificate on June 30.

Tour SCAD MOA with a SCAD student docent and gain a new perspective on contemporary art.

Docent tours are open to the public with the cost of museum admission.

Register at least a day in advance by contacting Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Bring your friends and come shop our biggest event of the year!

🛍️ 30%–80% OFF Storewide
✨ Everything is on sale
👗 $10 & $20 Clothing Racks
💎 30% OFF New Arrivals & All Jewelry
🍭 Complimentary Refreshing Popsicles
⏰ Two Days Only!!

Whether you’re looking for summer dresses, vacation-ready styles, everyday basics, accessories, or jewelry, this is the perfect time to stock up and save.
Our team has packed the racks with amazing markdowns, and once it’s gone, it’s gone!
Bring your friends, grab a popsicle, and shop some of the best deals of the season. We can’t wait to celebrate summer with you!

📍 Morgan Rae Boutique
📅 June 27 & 28
⏰ Saturday 11-6. Sunday 12-6
The best selection goes fast! Arrive early for the best finds! 🌴🛍️☀️

Experience an immersive journey through Savannah’s rich black history with Author and Historian Rita Fuller-Yates. Delve into the city’s past, from pre-slavery days to the civil rights movement, uncovering stories of resilience and triumph. With engaging multimedia elements, each 90-minute tour promises an informative and enjoyable exploration of Savannah’s black churches, communities, and the remarkable individuals who shaped its history. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with knowledge, emotion, and maybe even a little fun along the way.

💦🎯 READY TO MAKE A SPLASH FOR A GREAT CAUSE? 🎯💦

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, laughter, and community impact at our “Donate to Dunk” event benefiting Blood Cancer United! ❤️
Every donation gives you the chance to take aim and send a member of our management team straight into the dunk tank! 😎🌊

😂 Whether you’re looking to show off your throwing skills or just enjoy a great family-friendly event, there’s something for everyone.
🎶 Music
🍔 Delicious Food
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎁 Exciting Giveaways
💙 Wellness Activities
💦 Dunk Tank
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and help us support an incredible organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those affected by blood cancer. Together, we can turn every splash into hope, support, and positive change💫🫶🏽
📅 June 27th
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Chatham Subaru
Come ready to laugh, cheer, and make a difference—because giving back has never been this much fun! 🌟

This program provides a calm, open studio approach with guidance in drawing and painting by an experienced instructor and is open to all veterans. No prior experience making art is needed. Veterans may also participate in occasional tours of major exhibitions at the Museum. This studio program provides studio space for artists to work independently but with a teacher on hand to provide guidance when requested.

Historic Savannah Foundation and the Davenport House Museum proudly present the Artisan Spotlight Series at Historic Kennedy Pharmacy, located at 323 East Broughton St. in Savannah. The Artisan Spotlight Series offers engaging, immersive workshops and provides a dynamic platform for artists and artisans to share their creative processes with local residents and visitors.

In this two-hour, beginner-friendly session, local artist Lucy Brotmann will guide participants (ages 8 ) through shaping and sculpting colorful wool fibers into delightful summer flowers. Explore essential felting techniques, experiment with vibrant materials and create a set of soft, sculptural blooms perfect for gifting or wearing. All materials are provided, and participants will leave with finished felted flowers and the skills to continue needle felting on their own.

No experience is necessary to participate in Historic Savannah Foundation’s Artisan Spotlight Series workshops. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. To register, please visit davenporthousemuseum.org/public-programs.

You are invited to celebrate Global Beatles Day with a family-friendly sing-a-long held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah. Enjoy all your favorite tunes from the Fab 4. Costumes are encouraged! Concessions will be available before the show.

Feeling extra groovy? Sign up to join our tie-dye workshop preceding the concert where each participant will make a t-shirt, pillow case, and/or socks!
Tie Dye Workshop is from 1 – 2 pm, concert will start at 2:30 pm. Workshop will be in our social hall and concert will be in our sanctuary.
Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult for the workshop.

Experience an immersive journey through Savannah’s rich black history with Author and Historian Rita Fuller-Yates. Delve into the city’s past, from pre-slavery days to the civil rights movement, uncovering stories of resilience and triumph. With engaging multimedia elements, each 90-minute tour promises an informative and enjoyable exploration of Savannah’s black churches, communities, and the remarkable individuals who shaped its history. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with knowledge, emotion, and maybe even a little fun along the way.

Music in the Garden features four talented local artists—including the beloved Crabettes—bringing an afternoon of live performances to this beautiful outdoor setting.
With open‑lawn seating and plenty of space to spread out, guests are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a relaxed day in the garden. Fun for all ages includes hands‑on crafts for the kids and a chance to enter a raffle to win a patriotic planter.

The Savannah Botanical Gardens offer a peaceful escape into nature just minutes from the heart of the city. Visitors can wander through lush themed gardens, a tranquil pond, shaded walking trails, and the historic Reinhard House—all lovingly maintained by dedicated volunteers. Located along the Truman Linear Park Trail, the Gardens connect beautifully with one of Savannah’s most scenic multi‑use paths, welcoming walkers, runners, and cyclists alike. Operated by the Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs, the Gardens are a community‑supported non‑profit, sustained through memberships, donations, and volunteer efforts. Open to all, the Savannah Botanical Gardens continue to grow as a cherished green sanctuary for residents and visitors alike.

All proceeds support the Savannah Botanical Gardens, making this celebration not only joyful but meaningful for our community.
Don’t forget to use your Friends of the Garden promo code for 50% off ! It’s a great way to enjoy the celebration while supporting the Savannah Botanical Gardens at the same time.