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“INSPIRE YOUR COMMUNITY” PODCAST DONATES $2,000 TO BACKPACKS OF LOVE (SAVANNAH, GA) The Inspire Your Community podcast, which was launched this year by Chris Tilton, one of two principals at the Dewitt Tilton Group, wrapped up 2019 with a $2,000 donation to Backpacks of Love and a volunteer session of packing family food boxes. Watch the podcast here to learn more.

ENMARKET HOCKEY CLASSIC THIS WEEKEND (SAVANNAH, GA) The Enmarket Hockey Classic is returning to Savannah this weekend! The annual event will take place Friday, Jan. 17, and Saturday, Jan. 18. Tickets are still on sale–get yours before they are gone! For more information, visit https://savannahcivic.com/events/category/series/savannah-hockey-classic/. BETHESDA ACADEMY AMONG SAVANNAH WEDDING DESTINATIONS (SAVANNAH, GA) Bethesda Academy’s scenic campus made it easy to expand into the wedding industry as a destination venue. The academy offers a bridal room and is introducing a catering service that can accommodate weddings in addition to delicious school lunches. To learn more about local wedding spots, visit https://www.wtoc.com/2020/01/10/timeless-savannah-spots-become-popular-wedding-venues-help-boost-local-economy/. PEACOCK AUTOMOTIVE AND WSAV PAY IT FORWARD TO FAMILY PROMISE (SAVANNAH, GA/BLUFFTON, S.C.) Peacock Automotive and WSAV started the new year with a visit to Family Promise, a homelessness assistance prevention program that offers meals, transportation and youth programs, among other services. To learn more, visit https://www.wsav.com/pay-it-forward/pay-it-forward-family-promise/. SGTV CITY SPAN FEATURES ENCOURAGE HEALTH EDUCATION SERIES (SAVANNAH, GA) SGTV teamed up with Enmarket and Healthy Savannah for the 2019 Encourage Health Education Series. Watch a recap of the fourth and final lecture here.

SBAC CELEBRATES 30 YEARS (SAVANNAH, GA) The Small Business Assistance Corporation (SBAC) announces 30 years in business this year. Watch the video here for a celebration of its accomplishments.

LOWCOUNTRY LADIES LUNCHEON (SAVANNAH, GA) The Lowcountry Ladies Luncheon will be held Feb. 7, 2020 at EmployAbility in Savannah. Registration is now open, and seating is limited. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-lowcountry-ladies-luncheon-savannah-tickets-83533728631. ROTO-ROOTER PLUMBERS OF SAVANNAH (ROTO-ROOTER PLUMBERS OF SAVANNAH) In honor of the new year, we’ll be sharing our top five plumbing resolutions throughout the month of January. #2: Be careful what you flush. Paper towels, wipes, sanitary products and even thicker toilet papers can easily cause a clog, and we know you wouldn’t want that. If you do find yourself in that situation, call us anytime at 912-303-8555 or visit https://rotosavannah.com/. COLD WEATHER CARE (PINNACLE PLASTIC SURGERY) Cooler temperatures outside and dryer heated air inside can cause dry and flaky skin. Learn more about recommended cold weather skin care products here: https://zoskinhealth.com/products. FEAR OF THE DENTIST? (SAVANNAH, GA) Is your child afraid of going to the dentist? Sandfly Family Dental offers a comprehensive set of dental services specifically for children so they always feel comfortable. For more information, visit https://www.sandflyfamilydental.com/dentistry-children-teens/. SAVANNAH CHAMBER ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON (SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Chamber of Commerce invites you to kick off 2020 understanding what to expect from the year by attending its 2020 Economic Outlook Luncheon on Friday, Jan. 17, at the Westin. Tickets are $50 for Chamber members and $60 for member guests. Attendees will receive Georgia Southern University’s 2020 Economic Trends booklet. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit  https://www.savannahchamber.com/news-and-events/events/2020-economic-outlook-luncheon-2/. MEET OSTRICH (SAVANNAH, GA) Meet Ostrich! She’s as sweet as can be and pretty darn cute too. She’s hoping her big, happy smile will win you over. Ostrich gets along well with other dogs but does prefer to be an only dog. She likes men but really LOVES women. Ostrich isn’t a fan of small children as she is shy and a little unsure when meeting new people.To adopt Ostrich, or another animal from Coastal Pet Rescue, visit  https://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2019-d-210-ostrich/.