What’s Happening in Savannah | 8/19

ISSUE #86

Good morning, Savannah! Along with your inbox edition, we now have an online version of the newsletter you can read anytime, here is today’s issue. If you want a text each week with the link to read, you can sign up for texts here. Here’s what’s happening this week!

In today’s newsletter:

  • Pop-Up Shop at Starland Yard 🛒
  • Sips at the Station 🍸
  • Savannah Sunset Market 🌅

And much more… let’s dive in!

THE DIGEST
Hurricane Season in Savannah and the Storms That Left Their Mark

Every year from June through November, coastal residents keep one eye on the tropics, waiting to see if the next storm will curve out to sea or set its sights on the Georgia coast. Most of the time, we’re spared. But history reminds us that when the big ones do come, they’re not easily forgotten.

EVENTS
Family Fun
Local Shopping & Markets

🌅 Savannah Sunset Market

Thursday, August 21 | 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Hutchinson Island
Shop local produce, seafood, and artisan goods while enjoying live music and free sunset yoga.
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🧖‍♀️ Summer, Sip, Shop, & Spa

Thursday, August 21 | 5 p.m. | The Heavenly Spa by Westin Savannah
Unwind at Heavenly Spa Savannah’s Beauty & Wellness Event with mini treatments, complimentary drinks, and exclusive perks. Limited spots available!
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🛒 Pop-Up Shop at Starland Yard

Friday, August 22 | 5 p.m. | Starland Yard
Revival Rack hosts a $5 pop-up with unique clothing. Proceeds benefit self-defense classes for survivors of domestic violence.
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🍂 Islands Farmers’ Market

Saturday, August 23 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | 401 Quarterman Dr
The Islands Farmers’ Market is back! Shop fresh produce, handmade goods, and more.
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Live Music & Entertainment

🎤 Dierks Bentley: Broken Branches Tour

Thursday, August 21 | 7 p.m. | Enmarket Arena
Country star Dierks Bentley brings his Broken Branches Tour to Savannah with Zach Top and The Band Loula.
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🎭 Murdered by the Millennium

Friday, August 22 | 7 p.m. | 1 Jefferson St
Savannah Cabaret’s interactive 1990s-themed musical murder mystery returns with songs, laughs, and surprises.
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Game Day
Outdoor & Recreation

🏓 Skills-N-Thrills Pickleball Tournament

Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 24 | Chatham Racquet Club
Fundraiser tournament with singles, doubles, and mixed divisions plus a fun skill challenge circuit.
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🚲 9th Annual Savannah Seersucker Ride

Saturday, August 23 | 9:30 a.m. | Tiedeman Park
Casual community bike ride through Savannah’s neighborhoods with iced coffee, breakfast, and a summer attire theme.
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Education & Workshops
Business & Networking

🍸 Sips at the Station

Tuesday, August 19 | 6:30–8 p.m. | Ardsley Station
Networking fundraiser benefiting Loop It Up Savannah, featuring drinks and community connections at Ardsley Station.
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SAVE THE DATE
NEW OPENINGS

🛍️ The Vault Grand Opening

Friday, August 22 | 9 a.m. | 800 Habersham St
Grand opening of The Vault, Goodwill’s new boutique featuring curated fashion, unique finds, and community programs.
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WORDLE
Take on our Wordle challenge, inspired by either something from today’s newsletter, something Savannah related, or sometimes something completely random.