Start your morning with coffee, conversation, and connections! Join The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce for our January Coffee Chats at Capital Collective Luxury Apartments. Meet fellow business professionals from diverse industries and forge new connections.

Coffee chats begin with 30 minutes of open networking followed by 10-15 seconds of an “elevator pitch” where participants introduce themselves and their brand to everyone. Another round of open networking allows members to plug in further with their connection-building. Don’t forget to bring your business cards and be ready to make valuable connections.

Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Capital Collective (200 Habersham St Savannah, GA 31401)
Parking: Parking Garage onsite (do not park in spaces marked R)
Accessibility: Flat Entrance
Contact: Email Sam Wilkins swilkins@savannahchamber.com or call 912-644-6459
Cost: $20 Members Only

Join Thryv & Alignable free lunch meet-up. Prepare yourself for an amazing adventure in the world of business networking! Connect with local professionals and expand your network. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Arrive early first 20 guest receive lunch by Thryv
Bring your business card for door prize drawings!

Betsy Cain: Ossabaw Meditations 2010 – 2024 is a response to legacy. An idea born almost fifteen years ago, Cain’s dedicated time with drawing en plein aire on Ossabaw (both in contrast to and informing her studio practice) has resulted in this series entitled Ossabaw Meditations. Spending countless hours meditating on the horizons and grasslands, sawtooth palms and hammocks on all parts of the island, Cain began this ongoing part of her practice to honor Sandy and the impact that she and the island have had on her life.

“Over the many years that I have been coming to Ossabaw, I have done small drawings sitting out in the maritime forest, on the side of the dirt roads, on causeways and by the ocean, preferably on the edge of transition zones. I was lucky enough to be a guest of Sandy West, spending hours exploring and sitting in that wild place with my dog Jasper, who is good company.

These are the only drawings I have done from life “plein aire”, save figure drawings with a model in the studio. My enjoyment from making these drawings comes from sitting in relationship to the day, the hour, the moments of seeing… and hoping to see clearly enough to capture some of the powerful energies on this island… Surprises abound.

It takes a dedicated effort to shake off the incessant demands of our lives… and just sit and observe and ingest what is seen and heard. All senses are alert and alive when you position yourself in wildness. Sandy understood this power and how it changes you.”
– Betsy Cain, December 2024

The drawings and the funds gathered by sales constitute a legacy as part of a new endeavor, establishing a residency program for artists of all disciplines to spend immersive time on Ossabaw Island. Through Cain, and in response to Sandy West’s mission to keep Ossabaw wild for interdisciplinary, intimate engagement in nature, The Ossabaw Island Artist Residency received its initial donation from Jane Fishman, author and friend of the arts and the islands, as well as fourteen original sponsors. Funds raised by Cain’s drawings, as well as a contribution from artist Helen Hamada, initiate this project which will continue a lineage for artists to dedicate time on the island and to do so with some financial assistance.

All proceeds go to The Ossabaw Island Artist Residency Fund established by ARTS Southeast with Emily Earl and Jon Witzky as directors of this developing residency program. The addition of the Ossabaw Island Artist Residency to ARTS Southeast’s programming is a further expression of the nonprofit’s mission to support artists at all stages of their careers and to make Savannah a destination for art and culture in the Southeast.

A new Shuk staple – Street Eats Wednesdays!

Inspired by the street food of the Eastern Mediterranean, Wednesday evenings will highlight a special menu of crave worthy bites and innovative cocktails.
Menu features include chicken schnitzel, lamb arayes, street pita and more!

Stop by to try our four new limited edition items from the kitchen and cocktails from the bar!

Join us for Outlaw Night at Stomp The Yard! We are featuring Downtown Disarray- a senior short film by film students. We will have line dancing and western games!

Telfair Museums’ PULSE Art and Technology Festival returns for its 18th year with a must-see exhibition and lecture by pioneering electronic artist Jim Campbell, a showcase of projects by local artists working in new media, and programs for all ages. The festival kicks off with a member’s opening and lecture by Jim Campbell, and a showcase of art and projections by local artists. Friday’s schedule includes a tech talk for students grades 4 and up, a curator’s tour, and an Art and Film night with a classic sci-fi anime screening. The festival ends Saturday with a workshop for youth, a Free Family Day with game demonstrations, family art making, and a cool, new performance by the Tybee Ballet Theatre.

This webinar will focus on members of the community so they can learn about the warning signs of human trafficking, what they can do to prevent it, and how to report it. The webinar may be accessed at bit.ly/3VOhuCm.

Campbell will discuss the evolution of his art from early video and interactive works to his iconic, low-resolution light sculptures on view at the Jepson Center. Campbell’s mesmerizing art has appeared in exhibitions at major museums the United States and abroad and is represented in collections including the Museum of Modern Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2806716-0?pid=10173

Date and Time: On Thu, 16 Jan 2025 at 17:30 – Thu, 16 Jan 2025 at 19:00

Venue details: Jepson Center and Telfair Children’s Art Museum (CAM), 207 West York Street, Savannah, Georgia, 31401, United States

Category: Attractions | Talks and Lectures

Price:
General Admission: USD 20.00

“Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches,” a new exhibit curated by Davenport House Museum Executive Director Danielle Hodes and featuring a wide range of historic photography, will open at Historic Savannah Foundation’s Murray C. Perlman and Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center, located at 323 E. Broughton St. An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, January 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

As part of this special evening, the City of Savannah Municipal Archives will be on site with its History On The Go station, collecting on-the-spot oral histories with community members to capture and preserve personal stories. The opening reception is free and open to the public, although RSVPs are encouraged.

The “Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches” exhibition features rare photographs and stories that reveal the daily lives of the Chan family, their business endeavors and their experience as part of a growing Chinese-American community in the South in the early 20th century. Through these images, visitors will discover a unique perspective on the intersection of Chinese heritage and Southern identity during a pivotal time in Savannah’s history.

The exhibit shares the fascinating story of the Chan family who lived in the iconic Davenport House when it operated as a tenement in the early 20th century, before the home was saved from demolition and renovated as a 19th-century house museum. “Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches” expands the narrative at the Davenport House, marking the first exhibition that has focused on the period in the 20th century when the home operated as a tenement building.

In 1889, Robert Chung Chan became one of Savannah’s first Chinese immigrants. Robert and his wife, Annie, lived in the Davenport House from 1901 to 1902 while operating a Chinese laundry in what is now the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Their story embodies the broader experience of early Chinese immigrants in America while uniquely reflecting Savannah’s cultural landscape, shaped in large part by Robert’s leadership, influence, and social connections.

The “Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches” exhibit will be on display from January 16 through May 2025. The exhibit is free and open to the public. To learn more, please visit davenporthousemuseum.org.

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 in 2025.
Come check out rotating local artists while enjoying our selection of craft cocktails, mocktails, and bites!

This Entrepreneur’s Academy is designed for individuals who have recently started or are preparing to start a small business. Each session focuses on a key area of business practice, covering topics such as the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, financial reporting, and creating a comprehensive business plan. Participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to successfully launch and manage their business. While attending all 10 sessions is recommended for maximum benefit, the course is flexible and allows participants to join or drop in at any point.
Session topics include: The steps to create a business, Business legal structures, Capital requirements and financial resources, Cost analysis and pricing, Finacial statements and projections, Accounting principles, Business operations, Taxes, Marketing and promotions, How to write a business plan Levels 1–3 – Open to all entrepreneurs, this class offers personalized insights and guidance, no matter your business stage.

Join us at The Lost Square at our Full Moon Party from 8–11pm for an unforgettable evening with moonlit vibes and good time. DJ Troy Stoner (@tronstones) will set the vibe while you sip on delicious beverage specials and explore the mystical with tarot readings from Savannah Psychics (@savannahpsychics.)

Let’s toast to a night full of magic and moonlit memories!

Join Tara and Claudette on Friday, January 17th, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. for Member Services Day at The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation – Home of the Beach Institute African American Cultural Center and The King-Tisdell Cottage. Make your appointment to update your Member Profile listings and grab this chance to explore Savannah’s flagship museums for African-American and Gullah-Geechee Heritage with free tours on the hour.

There’s more! When you secure your free spot, The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation will give you a 10% discount on your purchase in the gift shop!
(Plus complimentary seed packets from their gardens.)

Take a train ride. Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will offer short train rides during Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend Jan. 17-20 2025. Train rides are at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm. Schedule is subject to change. Please call ahead: 912.651.6823.

Farm Friday @ Coastal Heritage Society’s Savannah Children’s Museum.
Savannah Children’s Museum is open today, 9AM-3PM, weather permitting. STEAM Daily Theme: Farm Friday @ 11:30AM: Visitors will have an opportunity to explore Frogtown Garden and learn from SCM Lead Educator Ms. Katrinka about a variety of fruits, vegetables, & herbs that are growing. Be sure to ask for a sample of SCM’s Farm to Table snack of the day. Included with general admission.

Have you ever wondered how we feed the animals at the UGA Aquarium? Join us at 2 p.m. on the first and third Friday of the month to find your answer! Spend time exploring our exhibits and observing aquarium staff feeding ambassador animals.

All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and strollers are not permitted in the back of the aquarium.

Friday Feeding programs will be included with the cost of admission to the UGA Aquarium. Registration is not required.
*Please note that there will be no Friday Feedings program on Friday, Jan. 3.