The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra to celebrate four occasions at one Victory North show
The excitement in Jeremy Davis’s voice is evident as he bursts with information about his upcoming show. “It’s a whole lot,” he said. “It’s almost too much, to be honest with you.” But how could one limit enthusiasm when it comes from the prospect of experiencing live music again with friends at one of Savannah’s…
Chatham police work to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and Black community
The Chatham County Police Department and Phi Beta Sigma Incorporated’s Tau Beta Sigma Chapter signed a memorandum of understanding on Feb. 9, with the goal of strengthening relationships between law enforcement and the African-American community, according to a CCPD spokesperson. Several CCPD officers are Phi Beta Sigma members, and they approached CCPD Chief Jeff Hadley…
Georgia Southern University will soon prepare Savannah students for music-industry careers
This fall, Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong Campus in Savannah will offer a brand-new music-industry degree, growing Savannah’s music scene and giving fresh opportunities to local students. Students working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a concentration in music industry will have the option of declaring an emphasis area in music technology or the…
Savannah’s Drive Thru Art Box features a triptych of new Panhandle Slim paintings
Michelle Obama, Woody Guthrie, and André 3000 are the subjects of three new paintings by Panhandle Slim now on view at Savannah’s Drive Thru Art Box. This unexpected space for public art is a perfectly poetic way to frame Panhandle Slim’s free-range paintings. The installation radiates messages of love, freedom, and political engagement − the…
New exhibit to honor Savannah civil-rights legend W.W. Law
As a celebration of Black History Month, beginning in early February the Massie Heritage Center will debut a new exhibition to highlight the legacy of Savannah civil-rights leader W.W. Law, in partnership with the city’s Municipal Archives department. Savannah-born Westley Wallace Law (1923-2002), commonly known as W.W. Law, is considered an icon of the civil-rights…
Savannah’s Jewish Film Festival to carry on in 2021 with virtual format
The Joan and Murray Gefen Savannah Jewish Film Festival will be held again in 2021 with a virtual format during Feb. 28-March 11, according to organizers. Since its foundation in 2003, the Savannah Jewish Film Festival has screened many international and independent films that otherwise would never have been shown in the Hostess City, according…
Telfair receives grant for exhibition of Savannah folk artist William O. Golding
Telfair Museums has been awarded a prestigious National Endowment for the Arts grant for an original exhibition of works by folk artist William O. Golding. The son of an African American lawmaker from Liberty County, Georgia, Golding (1874-1943) was kidnapped on River Street as an 8-year-old boy and spent most of his life at sea.…
Savannah mayor launches initiative aiming to address accessibility issues
As Savannah leaders strive to make the city more inclusive and accessible for everyone, Mayor Van Johnson announced the formation of the “Savannability Task Force” during a Feb. 3 press conference. The Savannability Task Force was introduced at City Hall on Wednesday morning by the mayor while accompanied by its members, including task force Chair…
Savannah native serves aboard historic warship
A Savannah native, U.S. Navy Airman Tasheyana Harden, is now serving aboard the USS Constitution − the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat − with the crew of active-duty sailors who provide free tours and offer public visitation aboard the two-century-old sailing vessel. Now based at Boston’s Charlestown Navy Yard, the USS Constitution was authorized for…
SCAD’s annual aTVfest brings big stars to a small screen near you
During February’s first weekend, television fans all over the world can bring their favorite stars right into their living rooms thanks to the Savannah College of Art and Design. The ninth-annual SCAD aTVfest celebrates all things television and streaming during Feb. 4-6 this year. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the event will be held…
