Public Service Announcements
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HABERSHAM YMCA OLDER ADULTS HEALTH/WELLNESS DAY
April 12th from 10 AM to 2 PM.
The free community event is open to all adults and is a day of fun, fitness and well-focused activities designed to inspire and energize! There will be hourly door prizes and giveaways including a Free 1-month YMCA Membership. For information, contact Jazmine Spicer at [email protected].
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE
SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH AT MEMORIAL STADIUM.
This family-friendly event raises awareness and funds in the fight against cancer. Music, food, activities, speakers, and FUN while honoring and remembering cancer patients to raise money to end cancer. For more information about Relay for Life, go to https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=109422
HINESVILLE FARMERS AND MAKERS MARKET
EVERY THURSDAY FROM 3:00PM TO 7:00PM. AT 106 S COMMERCE ST., HINESVILLE
Fresh farm & agricultural goods, produce, horticulture, baked goods, Specialty & prepared food items. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please send an email [email protected] for more information
ISLANDS FARMERS & COMMUNITY MARKET
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 9 TO NOON AT LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHURCH, 401 QUARTERMAN DR.
Pets are welcome. Local honey, eggs, meat, bread, veggies, poultry, soaps, jewelry, candles, wreathes and so much more! If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please send an email to [email protected] for more information
CHATHAM COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES
The adoption center is open from 1:00pm to 4:30pm 6 days a week, closed on Wednesdays. Walk-ins are welcome or call them at 912-652-6575 to schedule an appointment. For more information on adoptions go to https://animalservices.chathamcountyga.gov/Services/Adoptions/. Not ready to adopt? Fosters are also needed: https://animalservices.chathamcountyga.gov/Foster/
HUMANE SOCIETY DOGGIE CARNIVAL
SUNDAY, MAY 4TH FROM NOON TO 4:00PM FORSYTH PARK
Doggie Carnival is an annual gathering of thousands of dog lovers in Forsyth Park. The carnival has food, drinks, doggie derby, bounce houses, cotton candy, popcorn, ice cream, and many dog and kid friendly games and activities. To become a vendor, please go to https://www.humanesocietysav.org/doggie-carnival-registration
BINGO & BUBBLY BRUNCH/SAFE SHELTER
Bingo & Bubbly Brunch to benefit Safe Shelter will be held
on Sunday, May 4th at 11:30am at the Palmetto Club 11:30am, 1 Cottonwood Drive. The event will feature a brunch buffet, bottomless beverage station, bingo, auction items and a raffle. Safe Shelter provides services to prevent domestic violence, protect victims and promote change in lives, families, and our community. To register for the Brunch to make a donation to Safe Shelter go to https://safeshelter.goodworldnow.com/p/bingo-and-bubbly-2025
CAMP ALOHA REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 28TH ANNUAL CAMP ALOHA,
LED BY HOSPICE OF SAVANNAH’S FULL CIRCLE GRIEF AND LOSS
CENTER.
Counselors and volunteers will facilitate a weekend overnight camp for children ages 6 to 17 years old, who have experienced the death of a loved one within the past 24 months. Campers enjoy swimming, sports, games, group therapy sessions, campfires, playing, and making new friends who have also experienced loss. Camp Aloha will run from the evening of Friday, May 2nd, through the morning on Sunday, May 4th. Transportation is provided to and from New Ebenezer Retreat in Rincon, and camp costs are underwritten by community donations and generous sponsorship from Southern Motors. There is a nominal non-refundable $25 registration fee per child, which can be waived for those who may need a scholarship. For more information, please visit: www.HospiceSavannah.org/campaloha/. The applications for both campers and volunteers are available on the website. You may also call Full Circle Bereavement Counselors at (912) 303-9442.
VITA FREE TAX RETURN PREPARATION
FREE BASIC TAX RETURN HELP IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS TAX SEASON
TO THOSE WHO QUALIFY THROUGH THE VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
VITA sites offer free help to people who need assistance preparing their own tax returns, including those who make $64,000 or less, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) is also offered for those 60 years of age and older, specializing in questions about pensions and retirement-related issues unique to seniors. The VITA and TCE sites are operated by IRS partners and staffed by volunteers who want to make a difference in their communities. To find a VITA & TCE location near you, go to https://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep/. For more information on the programs go to https://www.irs.gov/individuals/free-tax-return-preparation-for-qualifying-taxpayers