Public Service Announcements
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UNITED WAY 16TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT
Join United Way of the Coastal Empire on Thanksgiving morning at Daffin Park for its 16th Annual Turkey Trot! Come as you are or in a Thanksgiving-themed costume. 8am Kids K (.62 miles, ages 10 and under). 815am Diaper Dash (40 yards, ages 3 and under). 830am 4 mile Run/Walk. Participants are invited to a post-race awards ceremony, which includes food and beverages. No rollerblades. Pets are permitted only with participants. Packet Pickup Wednesday, November 27th 10am-4pm at Fleet Feet Sports, 3405 Waters Ave OR on race day at Daffin Park. For more information and to register go to https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Savannah/UWCETurkeyTrot
FORSYTH FARMERS MARKET
The Forsyth Farmers Market is open rain or shine Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Local & regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods & other delights.
For more information go to https://forsythfarmersmarket.com/farmersmarket
AMERICA’S SECOND HARVEST ACCEPTING DONATIONS
Donate to America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia this Holiday Season. Your support makes a world of difference for families, seniors on fixed income, and gives hope to neighbors who could use some. To make a donation go to https://www.helpendhunger.org/
NATIONAL ADOPT A SENIOR PET MONTH
November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month! Visit a local shelter and see for yourself how much senior pets have to offer. During the Holiday Season, while we always make sure family & friends are invited for a holiday meal, there are many senior rescues who would also love to join in with your festivities. Give them the loving home they have been dreaming of. Many animal shelters are non-profit, which means they depend on donations and grants to stay open. To look up adoptable senior pets go to https://coastalpetrescue.org/, https://www.renegadepawsrescue.org/ , https://www.humanesocietysav.org/, https://animalservices.chathamcountyga.gov/, https://tabbytalesrescue.org/, https://oneloveanimalrescue.com/, https://www.grrrsavesdogs.org/, https://www.waterscatrescue.com/
VOLUNTEERS FOR MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDED
Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers. One hour a week is all it takes. You can make a difference delivering meals to homebound seniors in the Savannah area. Training is included. Volunteers use their own vehicles, a gas stipend is optional. There are over 500 seniors on the waiting list and the number continues to grow.
For more information contact Lauren at Volunteers@seniorcitizens-inc.org or call 912-236-0363.
NOVEMBERFEST AT TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH
Join Trinity Lutheran Church for their 45th Annual Novemberfest Craft Sale on Saturday, November 9th from 10 to 2. 12391 Mercy Boulevard. Crafts and home decor for all seasons.
Bake sale and pant sale. Lunch will be available for $10.00.
DAVENPORT HOUSE FAMILY DAY
The Davenport House Museum’s Fall Festival is Saturday, November 2nd from 11 to 3. 323 E Broughton Street. Bring your loved ones for this free day of family-friendly tours, food, homemade art and interactive activities. Don't miss this special day of education and enjoyment. For more information go to https://davenporthousemuseum.org/public-programs/fall-festival-the-davenport-house-museum
Please submit your PSA announcements to qualityrock@wrhq.com
THE ISLANDS FARMERS MARKET
The Islands Farmers Market is open each Saturday from 9a to 12p at the Lighthouse Baptist Church, 401 Quarterman Drive.
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 islandsfarmersmarket@gmail.com for more information.
TLC CONNECTION LUNCHEON
The Tourism Leadership Council’s November Luncheon is Thursday, November 21st at th Hyatt Regency Savannah. 11:30am to 1pm. 2 West Bay Street. This month’s keynote is TLC’s own Michael T. Owens. Seats are expected to sell out quickly so register early. $40 for members, $50 for non-members. To register go to https://www.tourismleadershipcouncil.com/events/upcoming-events/
FORT PULASKI CANDLE LANTERN TOURS
Celebrate the Holiday Season with a night-time tour of Fort Pulaski by candlelight and oil lamps. The tours will take place on Friday, December 13th and Saturday, December 14th every half hour starting at 6pm, the last tour each evening will begin at 9pm. $10 per adult, 16 years & above. Children 15 years old and under are $1 (reservations must be made for children). Park passes will not be accepted. Advanced tickets are required and may be reserved by calling 877-444-6777 or online at https://www.nps.gov/fopu/learn/news/candlelantern202401nov24.htm. Only credit/debit cards will be accepted. Don’t miss the return of this highlight of the holidays. Tickets will sell out!
SCWA NOVEMBER MEETING
The Savannah Council on World Affairs will host its monthly meeting Monday, November 18th at 730pm at the Coastal Georgia Center. 7:30PM, 305 Fahm Street. Guest Speaker, Madelyn Creedon, Former Principal Deputy Administator of the US Energy Department’s National Nuclear Security Administration, Former Assistant Secretary of Defense for global strategic affairs, and Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution. Guest program fee will be $10. Advanced registration is preferred but walk-ins will be allowed. For more information go to https://savannahcwa.org/
2024 LANNY FINCH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters is accepting nominations for the 2024 Lanny Finch Scholarship. Up to five $1500 scholarships are awarded each year. Applicants must be registered as a full time student at a fully accredited college or university, a rising junior or senior studying for a degree in some aspect of the broadcasting industry and a bona fide resident of the state of Georgia. The deadline is Monday, November 18th.
For more information go to https://www.gab.org/services/scholarships/
HUMANE SOCIETY & PETFIX DONATION DRIVE
Make a donation to PetFix and the Humane Society and help them keep pets happy and healthy. Both the Humane Society and PetFix, their low-cost spay/neuter clinic are funded 100% by donations.
For a list of requested items or to make a donation online please visit https://www.humanesocietysav.org/donate/#wish