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(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES™
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(SAVANNAH, GA) FastTrac® Growth Venture™ is coming to Savannah beginning August 22nd. This is an internationally recognized entrepreneurial training program for owners of growing businesses. FastTrac® Growth Venture™ was developed by the Kauffman Foundation and will help you take your established business to a higher level. Ten different modules are covered in five full day, once a week sessions, beginning August 22nd and continuing through September 19th. Call The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center at (912) 651-3200. www.savannahsbdc.org
I took this course 2 years ago - it's great
(Richmond Hill, GA) Stratton Leopold, co-owner of Leopold's Ice Cream and a motion picture producer, is scheduled to be the next guest speaker for Magnolia Manor on the Coast's Renaissance Lecture Series. Stratton can be found doling out ice cream scoops at the famous ice cream shop in downtown Savannah as well as in Hollywood or on location around the world producing major motion pictures like Mission Impossible III, Paycheck and The Sum of All Fears. Stratton's lecture at Magnolia Manor, which will be focused on the past, present and future of Leopold's Ice Cream, is slated for August 14th at 5:30 pm. (912) 756-4300. MAGNOLIA MANOR
(SAVANNAH, GA) A breakfast celebration to watch Cheryl Haworth competing LIVE in the Olympics. Come to the Aldersgate United Methodist Fellowship Hall-2021 Tennesse Ave. on Saturday August 16, 2008 7am-9am. for breakfast and to cheer for Cheryl. Suggested donation: $5 per person or $10 per family for breakfast www.performanceinitiatives.org
Kerri Goodrich 912.507.7106
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Kindness Revolution™ is coming to Savannah. This is a business-led initiative consisting of member companies who are committed to practicing the values of dignity, respect, courtesy, and kindness in their dealings with their employees, customers, and their communities. For information on how to become a member of The Kindness Revolution™ or to nominate an employee who exemplifies the values of kindness, contact Lydia Ramsey at 912-598-9812 or lydia@mannersthatsell.com.
(SAVANNAH, GA) Interested in franchising your Business Coaching Skills? Learn more about franchise opportunities, Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 1:00pm - 3:00pm at the DeSoto Hilton. Call Cathey Petkash, Franchise Advisor at 678-644-3868 cpetkash@frannet.com
www.frannet.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) Chef Matt Cohen, owner of The New South Café is now the in-house caterer for the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. Mighty Eighth www.thenewsouthcafe.com 912-233-7558
(SAVANNAH /ATHENS, GA) Construction has begun on Hotel Indigo - a future LEED Gold hotel in Athens. The building is anticipated to be among the first three hotels in the world to achieve LEED® Gold-Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. A typical ground-breaking event is being replaced for a 'green-breaking' instead, due to the sustainability signficance in the project. Rialto Property Partners, LLC and Savannah based Melaver, Inc. have partnered up in the construction of Hotel Indigo.
MELAVER
http://www.athensdowntownhotel.com/faq.php
(TYBEE ISLAND, GA) Taste of Tybee, Aug 21 EVENT
(SAVANNAH, GA) Park Place Outreach, Inc., announces their new treasurer, Paine Bacon, a Certified Public Accountant, working as a manager at Holland, Henry & Bromley, LLP, a public accounting firm in Savannah. (912) 234-4048 www.parkplaceyes.org
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(SAVANNAH, GA) The next National Conference on the Advancement of Research is scheduled for October 22-24, 2008 in Savannah, Georgia, and will focus on "WATER: Recourse for a Resource." To find out more about this conference, including the complete speaker list and registration fees, visit http://www.ncar.org/conferences/61/index.html
(SAVANNAH, GA) Friends of Animals of the Coastal Empire Inc. will hold its 10th annual auction on Friday, September 12th from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m. at Savannah Station. This year's theme is "STUDIO 54 PAWS". Admission is $45 at the door and includes fine catering from local chefs, open bar, silent and live auctions, and disco dancing. Friends of Animals of the Coastal Empire, Inc. is an all volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that distributes funds from its annual auctions to existing non-profit animal rescue and welfare groups in our area. This year's proceeds will be distributed to Bryan Animal Caregivers, Islands Feral Cat Project, Liberty Humane Shelter, PAWS, Pet Assistance League of Savannah, Save-A-Life, Second Chance Dog Rescue, Humane Society of Chatham/Savannah and SNAC Clinic. barbara@billdurrence.com.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Tickets are now on sale for the Coastal Pet Rescue 5th Annual Cruise for Critters aboard Capt. Mike's Dolphin Tours. The tour takes place Sunday, September 7th from 2 to 5 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and seating is limited. Sponsorships are available until August 10th. For more information, visit www.coastalpetrescue.org/cruise.php
or call 912-228-3538.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Make your reservations for Reds, Whites and Blues. The party will be held on Friday August 15th from 6:30-10PM at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. Reservations are $100 per person or tables of 10 for $1000. www.buylocalsavannah.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) Save the Date: Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter, Coastal Georgia Region, Savannah Memory Walk Festival 2008-Saturday, September 27, Visit www.georgiamemorywalk.org - choose the Savannah walk location and start your team or make a donation today. Call 920-2231 for more information.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Jason Wykoff of Renewable Choice Energy in Boulder, Colo. will discuss "Green Power For Your Green Building" at the Aug. 26 meeting of the U.S. Green Building Council Savannah Chapter. The meeting is free and open to the public and will be held from 5:45-7 p.m. on the second floor of Wild Wing Cafe in City Market. RSVP by Aug. 22 to wards@thempc.org.
www.coastalgreen.org
(SAVANNAH, GA) Case Veterinary Hospital welcomes Dr. Miranda Knight to the Case Veterinary Hospital practice. 912-352-3081.
(Savannah, GA) 2CarGarage Contemporary Art Gallery features "The Best of 2CarGarage: The Collectors' Exhibition" during August. The exhibition will feature works by the artists represented by 2CarGarage, including Betsy Cain, Chris Kienke, Larry Levow, Elena Madden, Preston Russell, Todd Schroeder, and others. http://www.2cargallery.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) Krissy Fries has joined Savannah Movie Tours, Inc. as marketing director. She brings with her several years of experience working in both the tourism and museum industries. For more information on Savannah Movie Tours, Inc., call 912-234-3440 or visit www.savannahmovietours.com.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Organizers of the Community Health Mission's Fun and Health Outdoor Expo are asking for volunteers to assist with planning and activities at Lake Mayer on October 4. The event will feature outdoor activities including a fitness challenge, 5K walk and run, the kid's fitness contest and a 3-on-3-basketball tournament. Proceeds from the event will go towards helping Chatham County's uninsured citizens to receive health care. To learn more about Savannah's Community Health Mission, log on to www.savfun.com, www.chmsavannah.org or call 912-692-1451.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty presents Crow Valley Estate, a magnificent 55 acre, 22,800 square foot French provincial estate in the pastoral setting of the northwest Georgia mountains. Every possible amenity exists within the vast flowing floor plan adding to the grandeur of this 6 bedroom, 7 full bath, 5 half bath manor complete with its own Grand Concert Hall with balcony seating and a Grisaille mural inspired by Schoenbrun Palace. Outdoors enjoy the beautiful saltwater pool with three rock waterfalls, pool house, two tennis courts with tennis house and two stable barns with tack room. $9,250,000. Known for its tradition of integrity, Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty specializes in residential and commercial properties in Savannah and the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina.
http://www.celiadunnsir.com/listings_detail.asp?listingID=703
http://www.crowvalleyestate.com
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Who has the Best Boss? Nominate your Boss for the 10 Best Bosses of The Coastal Empire Contest. Deadline for nomination submission is September 12th, 2008. Banquet will be held at Savannah Station on Friday, October 3rd from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. www.internationalcoach.org.
(SAVANNAH, GA) Give a little Hope to a special needs pet. Coastal Pet Rescue received a special dog through the emergency vet. "Hope" has spent most of her life outside, on a chain, which grew into her skin. Hope has been undergoing medical care ever since and has more to come as she is also heartworm positive. Coastal Pet Rescue is asking for donations towards her care. For more information, visit www.coastalpetrescue.org or call 912-228-3538.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Please welcome STRUCTURED GREEN to Savannah. They use eco-friendly renewable materials furniture and accessories business www.structuredgreen.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) Robin Meade, anchor of "Morning Express with Robin Meade" on Headline News, will be the MC for Top Ten Working Women of the Year Awards Gala, proudly presented by A Working Woman In Need, Inc. and Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty. Brynn Grant, the new executive director of The Creative Coast Alliance (TCCa), will be the keynote speaker for the Sept. 19 event. www.awwininc2.org
www.celiadunnsir.com
(SAVANNAH, GA) This year's Creative Minds lecture series showcases the largest and most diverse line-up to date, featuring leading experts in brain science, American history, jazz and literature. Tickets will go on sale August 19, 2008. Individual ticket prices are $10 for advance purchase, $12 at the door, (based on availability). A season ticket can be purchased in advance for $50 per person, which includes admission to all six 2008-09 lectures. 912-961-8828 or visit Savannah Country Day School's website www.savcds.org/podium/default.aspx?t=109029
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(SAVANNAH/POOLER) Paula Kreissler, President of Wound Care Clinic - ESU, Inc. recently spoke at the weekly meeting held by The Exchange Club of Savannah. The topic was Diabetes 101. Click here to watch Paula'a lecture: LINK
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(SAVANNAH, GA) USTA Men's National 40's Tennis Tournament and Pro Am Fundraiser. The Landings Club is proud to host the USTA National Men's 40 Clay Court Championships for the 20th consecutive year. This prestigious event will be held from September 26 - October 2, 2008 at the Franklin Creek Tennis Center on Skidaway Island. Admission is free. The USTA National Men's 40 Clay Court Championship is open to the public, and not only provides great tennis, but also has an exciting array of social events for the players and community alike. For sponsorship information or publicity questions, contact Robin Gold at 912-598-5370.
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Abercorn Common, the first LEED certified all-retail center, was featured in the July issue of Shopping Center Business. The article highlights Abercorn Common and discusses trends in sustainable retail design. www.abercorncommon.com
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(SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty presents 426 E. Julian St. This historically significant property was built in 1845. The charming historic Cape Cod-style home features two fireplaces, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom, with hardwood floors throughout and two full baths. A private courtyard provides an outdoor sanctuary. Off-street parking for one car. $525,000. Known for its tradition of integrity, Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty specializes in residential and commercial properties in Savannah and the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina. LINK
www.celiadunnsir.com
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