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Savannah, Georgia: SPEED MENTORING CONFERENCE, MARCH 8, 2012 • 8:30AM-12:30 • $19.95

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah area small business owners are invited to attend a SPEED MENTORING CONFERENCE on Thursday, March 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Savannah Morning News Auditorium, 1375 Chatham Parkway.

The conference is an invaluable opportunity for small business owners to learn about a variety of topics, ask questions and network with top executive who have decades of experience in the small business field.

Among the topics covered during the SPEED MENTORING CONFERENCE are Finding the Money, the Power of Social Media, Finding Your Niche, When to Outsource, HR Headaches, Cash Flow–Business Lifeblood, Pricing for Profit, Understanding Financial Reports, Preparing a Budget, and Which Product or Service to Keep and Creating Ads that Sell.

Participants will have 25 minutes to meet with their mentors about each subject. Members of the Savannah chapter of SCORE and the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center, along with top executives from area businesses, will be on hand to facilitate the Speed Mentoring process.

The event will also include lunch and a presentation by Dr. Timothy Mescon, president of Columbus State University. Dr. Mescon, who served as the dean at the Michael J. Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University in Atlanta prior to becoming Columbus State’s fourth president in 2008, is the author of more than 200 articles and cases and has co-authored four books, including Entrepreneurship: Venture Initiation, Management and Development. Dr. Mescon has written extensively about retail banking, bank marketing and innovation and creativity in the financial services industry. He was the featured speaker at the AMEX/SCORE Speed Mentoring Conference in Atlanta.
“This is an excellent opportunity for members of the Savannah small business community to interact with and learn from high-level business professionals,” said Marjorie Young, president of the Savannah chapter of SCORE.

The cost of registration is $19.95 per person and $9.95 for additional parties from the same organization and includes the mentoring sessions, lunch and Dr. Mescon’s presentation. Participants will also have the opportunity to schedule a follow-up appointment.

The Savannah Morning News and Comcast are the event’s media sponsor.

Registration for the SPEED MENTORING CONFERENCE begins at 8 a.m. with coffee and refreshments, and the program runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information or to register, please call SCORE at 912-652-4335, email  info@scoresav.org or visit http://www.savannah.score.org.

Mark Cutler, an experienced international business developer and management consultant has recently become Chairperson of the Greater Hartford Chapter of SCORE

carriagetradepr — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:49:22 +0000

PRESS RELEASE

Email:contactus@hartfordscore.org

MARK CUTLER BECOMES CHAIRPERSON OF
GREATER HARTFORD SCORE

Hartford, CT – Mark Cutler, an experienced international business developer and management consultant
has recently become Chairperson of the Greater Hartford Chapter of SCORE, the SBA sponsored provider of
counseling to small businesses.

Mr. Cutler worked for 32 years for The Gillette Company, a consumer goods company based in Boston
Massachusetts. Mark spent half of his 32 years with Gillette outside the United States when he lived and worked in
Panama, Peru, Spain and England. When he retired from Gillette in 2002, Mark was a Vice President for the
International Group.

Mr. Cutler has been an international business developer and a management consultant to scientists from the
Former Soviet Union since 2002. He has developed business plans, provided commercialization support, helped
attract investment and trained scientists in Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, Iraq and
Libya. In executing these tasks, Mark has volunteered his time to several non-profit organizations as well as to the
United States Government (State Department).

In addition to the work in the Former Soviet Union, Iraq and Libya, Mark has been active in volunteer work
for SCORE, being incoming Chairman of Score’s Greater Hartford chapter, a nonprofit association dedicated to
entrepreneurial education and the formation, growth and success of small businesses nationwide, as well as in CDC
Development Solutions, a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization based in Washington DC providing innovative
and market-driven solutions that empower individuals, businesses, and governments in emerging markets. Mark is
also on the Board of Directors of SMS Audio.

In 2004, was recognized by President Bush with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. In addition, was
featured in a Time Magazine article in December 2003 on volunteerism in America and has received awards from
CRDF and US State Department for volunteerism.

Bernie Sweeney, District Director of the U.S. Small Business Administration, commented: “We are
delighted to have Mark as the new Chairperson of our chapter and are looking forward to using his leadership
and teaching skills in our workshops and seminars. We are particularly pleased to have another counselor who
is currently involved in international business as his presence in the chapter will help to insure that we stay
abreast of current issues confronting businesses.

According to Mr. Cutler, his interest in joining SCORE stemmed from his desire to share his entrepreneurial
drive with current and prospective small businesses owners. He also thinks that “… it is important to increase
the involvement of entrepreneurs in counseling and mentoring organization like SCORE because it helps to
insure that the organization and its volunteers accurately reflect the current business environment.”

FOR RELEASE: January 4, 2012

(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNITY HEADLINES, AUG 1, 2011

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Journeyman Austin/Hutchinson Hotel Holdings, the designated developer for the Trade Center Hotel, announces that Tommy Linstroth of Trident Sustainability Group will serve as a LEED consultant on the proposed convention center hotel on Hutchinson Island. Trident Sustainability will continue to enhance the local design team participation, joining CMMI Architects. www.journeymangroup.com

www.tridentsustainability.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) TEDX is connecting innovators and artists from locales around the globe. Locally, the Creative Coast is part of this movemen. Tom Kohler shared one view of Savannah, gleaned from 20 years of noticing hand painted signs around town, at the May 13, TED X at the Jepson.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6DymEl5cmE

For a look at all TED X Savannah speakers go to http://bit.ly/k7XrfN!

(SAVANNAH, GA) Continental Shelf Publishing, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of Savannah, Georgia, native and Asheville, North Carolina, resident Chris McMillan’s debut memoir, Backwards Off the Curb. The memoir tells the story of McMillan, who at 54 decided to take a chance of a lifetime and head out on a cross-country pilgrimage of self-discovery. For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/backwardsoffthecurb.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce presents SMART Lunch Tuesday, Aug 2 at 11:30am at the Savannah Morning News Auditorium. Rick Monroe of Monroe Marketing will present “Repealing Murphy’s Law,” A humorous but instructive look at proper foundations for success in any business. RSVP to SSmith@SavannahChamber.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty presents, 105 Whitaker Street by Agent Sarah Ross (912.655.6966). This two bedroom condo, was built in 1890, right in the heart of Historic Savannah, on the corner of Broughton and Whitaker Street. http://www.celiadunnsir.com/listings_detail.asp?listingID=1531

(SAVANNAH, GA) Fundraiser at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Aug. 25 to Benefit TV Mini-Series on Navy Ship with Local Ties http://carriagetradepr.wordpress.com/2011/07/29/savannah-fundraiser-at-ruths-chris-steakhouse-aug-25-to-benefit-tv-mini-series-on-navy-ship-with-local-ties/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Spine & Sport is hosting a golf tournament to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, Sept. 23 at the Cherokee Rose Country Club in Hinesville. Contact Beth Ann at 912.713.0777 http://carriagetradepr.wordpress.com/2011/07/31/savannah-ga-tee-off-for-the-troops/

(SAVANNAH, GA) From vintage, retro and designer brands to popular household items, shoppers will find all kinds of amazing deals at their local Goodwill store. All the revenue generated from the retail stores support Goodwill’s job training, youth and community programs with the goal of helping people with barriers to employment find work. http://www.goodwillsavannahga.org/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Smart Women’s Expo & Luncheon on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at the Trade Center. Guest speaker is Giuliana Rancic with E! News and Fashion Police.

http://www.sjchs.org/smartwomenexpoluncheon

(SAVANNAH, GA) Interesting article about a natural cure for Autism

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/07/31/dr-natasha-campbell-mcbride-on-gaps-nutritional-program.aspx?e_cid=20110731_SNL_Art_1

SAVANNAH: AUG 20 BEACH PAW-TY TO BENEFIT FRIENDS OF ANIMALS

carriagetradepr — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:13:33 +0000

(SAVANNAH, GA) Friends of Animals of the Coastal Empire, INC. will host its 13th annual auction and BEACH PAW-TY on Saturday, AUGUST 20, 2011, at Savannah Station (601 Cohen street) from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. COST is $45.00 per person – 3 DRINK TICKETS, food stations, SILENT AND LIVE Auctions. proceeds will benefit:

Bryan animal caregivers

ISLANDS FERAL CAT RESCUE

Paws of effingham

save-a-life

second chance DOG rescue

the humane society FOR GREATER SAVANNAH

FRIENDS OF ANIMALS (FOA) IS A VOLUNTEER, NON-PROFIT 501 (C)(3)ORGANIZATION THAT DISTRIBUTES FUNDS TO NON-PROFIT ANIMAL WELFARE GROUPS IN OUR AREA.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

SHANNON DOWNING

478-960-5305

Shannon Wynn Downing
Investigative Assistant
Savannah Resident Office
Drug Enforcement Administration
Ph# 912-447-1035
Fax# 912-447-0231

(AUGUSTA, GA) COMMUNITY HEADLINES AUGUST 1, 2011

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(AUGUSTA, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES™
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(AUGUSTA, GA) The Augusta Chronicle highlights efforts by the Housing Department to retain current residents as part of the Laney Walker/Bethlehem revitalization effort. For the full story:
http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2011-06-30/laney-walker-bethlehem-revitalization-wont-displace-residents

(AUGUSTA, GA) New Bethlehem Community Center is now accepting applications for their After School Enrichment Program for children in elementary and middle school (grades K5 through 9). The program is free of charge and provides valuable assistance to all participating youth. Starting date is Monday, August 15, 2011. Call (706) 722-0086 for more information.

(AUGUSTA, GA) The Woda Group and Parallel Housing, two of the pre-qualified developers for the revitalization of Laney Walker/Bethlehem, have recently submitted their application to build approximately four dozen mixed-income homes along Twiggs Street and Wrightsboro Road. Successful applications to Georgia’s Department of Community Affairs will be announced this coming November.
www.heritagepineaugusta.com

(AUGUSTA, GA) Entrances into Augusta will soon be transformed into beautiful gateways thanks to a $200,000 award from the Georgia Department of Transportation Enhancement Program (TE). The TE award will enable the Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau in conjunction with Augusta Tomorrow to develop an Entryway Beautification Master Plan and to begin that plan at the Riverwatch Parkway gateway. www.augustaga.org and www.augustatomorrow.org.

(AUGUSTA, GA) Historic Augusta’s Preservation Awards Committee is currently seeking nominations for the 2011 Preservation Awards to be given at the organization’s annual meeting to be held in the fall. For more information, to check the National Register status of a building, or to nominate a property for a 2011 Historic Preservation, please contact Robyn Anderson by telephone at 706-724-0436, e-mail at robyn@historicaugusta.org or mail at P.O. Box 37, Augusta, GA 30903.
http://historicaugusta.org/

(AUGUSTA, GA) The Morris Museum is showcasing Artrageous!, a special performance of Civil War-era music by reenactors from the Eighth Regiment Band. Afterwards, create sun prints and decorate frames. FREE.Sunday, August 7, 2:00 p.m.
www.themorris.org

(AUGUSTA, GA) Verge Magazine showcases the revitalization of Laney Walker/Bethlehem in its July 2011 issue.
http://issuu.com/mplocha/docs/july_b_online?mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true

(AUGUSTA, GA) The East Central Georgia Regional Library, in conjunction with the Augusta Intertnational Raceway Preservation Society is sponsoring “The Tuskegee Airmen, Tuesday, August 2, 10:00 a.m. at Diamond Lakes Library. Meet Lt. Colonel Alfonzo Jackson and learn about the Tuskegee
Airmen, an elite group of African-American flyers during World War II.
www.ecgrl.org

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Trade Center Expansion & Private Hotel Makes Sense for Savannah, GA – convention center hotel – Hutchinson Island

carriagetradepr — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:52:01 +0000

WHY SHOULD CHATHAM COUNTY

BACK THE NEW TRADE CENTER EXPANSION & PRIVATE HOTEL?

Q. Does Savannah need a dedicated convention center hotel?

Yes, in order to maximize the Public’s investment in its Trade Center, the community needs a new convention hotel to help market to more and larger conventions. VisitSavannah (CVB) has undertaken numerous studies showing millions of dollars in lost business every year because we don’t have a dedicated convention center hotel. Prior to engagement with a Hotel Developer, GIMTCA expended tens of thousands of dollars on nationally-recognized independent consultant studies to confirm the need for this hotel.

Q. Can this be done without the Public’s participation?

No. Although the private sector will invest the large majority of the resources needed to take our convention business to the next level, the Public’s participation is needed to expand the meeting space available for the Trade Center and new hotel. GIMTCA and the Developer team have attracted the best possible Private sector contribution. The result obtained is a PRIVATE Hotel with PUBLIC Trade Center Expansion space.

Q. Will the new development harm existing hotels or be unfair competition?

Studies show that the opening of a Trade Center Hotel will have a marginal impact on the other hotels in the market, and only during the Hotel’s ramp-up period. A Private-Public partnership for the Trade Center Hotel and Trade Center Expansion will have an overall positive impact on other privately owned hotels in Savannah as the new PRIVATE Hotel’s mission is to attract larger and higher spending group demand. A formal hotel room block agreement at market driven “convention / meeting planner rates” rates will help our community attract bigger meetings than we can now. None of the existing hotels have either the space or the willingness to enter into this kind of agreement with the Trade Center. Therefore, the new Private Hotel will not directly compete with other hotels in Savannah. Instead, the new hotel will enable and attract highly desirable business away from other cities and counties and bring them to Chatham County and Savannah.

Q. How much is being invested by the Private Sector and how much by the Public Sector?

The financing plan anticipates the new hotel to be funded from Private sources ($115 million in private capital) with the role of Chatham County limited to funding only the Trade Center Expansion space with $30 million in incentive based financing and $20 million in incremental tax financing. Chatham County’s participation is repaid with future Private Hotel operating income, taxes, and charges; all of which will be generated at the property. Chatham County’s contribution will not come from taxpayers or the County’s general funds. The Private hotel will effectively lease the public space as a lease-purchase.

Q. What is the public participation paying for?

Chatham County’s participation is funding only the Trade Center Expansion space that can be used in conjunction with the new Private Hotel. The Trade Center Expansion space will include:

30,000 net square feet of total meeting and banquet space;
14,000 square feet of pre-function space;
2,600 square feet terrace;
11,154 square feet of back-of-house space;
Future connections to Trade Center with intent to allow function space supported by both Hotel and Trade Center kitchen;
Two sets of public men’s/women’s restrooms;
Function space FF&E that includes carpet, wall covering, special lighting, A/V, seating, tables, furniture, kitchen equipment, linens, utensils, etc;
Escalators and freight elevator serving Trade Center Expansion space only;
462 space parking deck with future expansion to 702 spaces. Parking deck accommodates future Trade Center expansions with direct connections to Trade Center and Private Hotel;
Mechanical plant may involve expansion of Trade Center chillers to serve Trade Center, Private Hotel, and future Parcel 7 improvements. This facility is expected to result in considerable operational and energy efficiencies for both facilities;
13,000+ square feet of shell retail space at ground level will support Trade Center and other island businesses/residents;
The porte cochere arrival canopy will allow for the function space (“Chatham Conference Center”) to have its separate identity by an exterior entryway connected by signage through the public area to the ballroom and meeting space.
Potential bridge connections between the parking structure, the new space and the Trade Center.
For two years and out, the CVB and Trade Center control up to 80% of the rooms for group meeting business in a formal “room block agreement”

Benefits to Investment in a Private-Public Partnership
for the Trade Center Hotel and Trade Center Expansion

1) Long-Term Benefits:

• Double Chatham County’s convention business

• Induce 83,000 new room nights in area hotels

• Create 1,170 new permanent jobs

• Add $83 million in visitors spending

• Provide $29 million in increased income earnings to the local economy

2) Job Creation and Local Economic Stimulus:

• Create 924 construction/supply jobs over 2 years

• Provide 250-300 permanent jobs at the Hotel

• Maximize builder impact on local subcontractor/supplier/employment

• Deliver extensive Local Economic Impact Plan with County M/WBE Staff

o Allows “Transfer of Technology” to participating local subcontractors

o Trains local subs in most sophisticated construction skills

o Maximizes local labor and subcontractor participation as a result of building

design/local materials

o Offers collaborative programs for local colleges and institutions to work with hotel operations. For example, Savannah Technical College, Savannah State, SCAD, Step Up Savannah all have tremendous potential opportunities to benefit from this project during development and ongoing.

3) Most Efficient Financing for the Trade Center Hotel and Trade Center Expansion through Private-Public Partnership:

• Total cost of the development is $130.5 million.

• Financing plan anticipates the Private Hotel to be funded from private sources ($115 million) and the role of Chatham County is limited to Public Trade Center Expansion space through a $30 million and a $20 million incremental tax financing, both paid for by incentives and revenues generated by the Private Hotel.

• Chatham County’s participation is repaid by the Private Hotel’s operating income, taxes, and charges.

• Proceeds from the County’s participation will be used to fund Public Trade Center Expansion, Parking and other improvements that are public in nature. The County would retain ownership of these improvements, leased to operations.

• The County funded elements are considered an enhancement and expansion of the Trade Center, consistent with expansion plans for convention center over 10 years .

This structure enables the Private Hotel Owner to guarantee a room block and meet other goals of the community, not to directly compete with other Private Hotels.

5) Poverty Reduction Initiative:

• The project would create an Opportunity Zone for employment targeted to elevate at least 200 households above poverty level with steady employment and with available health benefits.

6) County Security – The following revenues are available to secure the County’s participation:

• Annual Payments from Private Hotel Owner

An annual payment from the new Private Hotel’s net operating income will be delivered to the County.

• Site-Specific 2.0% Facility Charge

A self imposed sales tax charged against the Private Hotel’s patrons

• Tax incentives

The new development is eligible for Tax incentives. Monies are first used to repay the County’s debt.

• Site-specific Hotel/Motel Tax

Hotel/Motel Tax generated from the new Private Hotel only.

• Site-Specific Property Taxes

Incremental increase in property tax revenue generated by Private Hotel development pledged to County.

• Debt Service Reserve Funds

If they arise, revenue shortfalls will be funded from the Debt Service Reserve Fund. The reserve will be immediately replenished with funds from the new Private Hotel.

7) Private Sector Management:

• A Private Hotelier will be selected subject to a room block agreement that will position the Trade Center for larger and higher spending groups. The Private Hotelier will work with VisitSavannah staff to attract more conventions.

Savannah Goodwill has new hours for all the attended donations centers –

carriagetradepr — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:03:40 +0000

SAVANNAH – Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire’s ADCs (attended donation centers) will have new hours of operation starting tomorrow. The new hours of operation will be Monday thru Saturdays 8 AM to 12 PM. To check out the location nearest to you, check all our website at www.goodwillsavannahga.org or keep up with us on Facebook and Twitter.

To view the attended donation centers on a map go to http://goodwillsavannahga.org/donate/attended-donation-centers-2/

SAVANNAH, GA – TEE OFF FOR THE TROOPS

carriagetradepr — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:22:41 +0000

SPINE & SPORT INVITES COMMUNITY TO TEE OFF FOR THE TROOPS

(SAVANNAH, GA) –Spine & Sport will proudly host the First Annual Warrior Golf
Classic on September 23, 2011 at the Cherokee Rose Country Club in Hinesville,
Georgia. The 18-hole tournament will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and
SUDS Diving, Inc. (Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba).

With over 30,000 troops sustaining traumatic injuries, severe burns and
amputations in recent military conflicts, Spine & Sport is eager to raise funds
for these valuable programs, and to promote their necessity for the thriving
military community along the southeastern coast. The Wounded Warrior Project,
headquarted just about two hours away in Jacksonville, FL, provides needed
services designed to ease the burden injured soldiers face as they transition
back into civilian life. SUDS, a chapter of Wounded Warrior, utilizes scuba diving
to help facilitate rehabilitation processes, along with promoting physical and
emotional healing.

Spine & Sport’s CEO, Dr. Eric Bull, became passionate about implementing
a fundraiser for the two causes after seeing the inspiring effects involvement
had on his close friend, J.D. Greer, MAJ (retired) who lost his right hand to an
improvised explosive device.

To date, Greer has been on five scuba dives and is currently in training to work
as a peer mentor with Wounded Warrior. “The main thing people can take
away is that these programs make an instant difference in soldiers’ lives,” says
Greer. “It’s a chance for people who have been seriously injured or gone through
amputations to be around people who talk the same talk, and be able to look
forward to something really active and interesting.”

Please contact Beth Ann Walker at 912.713.0777 or by e-mail at
WalkerBA@spinesport.org.

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SAVANNAH COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES July 25, 2011

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Buy Local Savannah presents lecture on YOUR NEXT EMPLOYEE, July 28, 2011, at Savannah Technical college
www.buylocalsavannah.com . Ray Williams 855-5751

(SAVANNAH,GA) Five local restaurants are now using the latest restaurant POS technology available through One Stop I.T with more in the works. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MrYL-h1-XU

(SAVANNAH, GA) Ga Tech offers Professional Educational Courses

http://www.pe.gatech.edu/courses/tools-trade-how-conduct-business-intelligence-research-gain-competitive-advantage

(SAVANNAH, GA) Grand Opening PHOTOS of The Limited at Oglethrope Mall
http://spotted.savannahnow.com/galleries/387933/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Video Interview with The Limited’s CEO Linda Heasley http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWfb5VeJzkI

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce presents SMART Lunch Tuesday, Aug 2 at 11:30am at the Savannah Morning News Auditorium. RSVP to SSmith@SavannahChamber.com

(SAVANNAH, GA) Exchange Student from Italy Looking for Local Host Family INFO

(SAVANNAH, GA) Leopolds named top ten best best ice cream shops in the world
http://www.torontosun.com/2011/06/20/10-best-ice-cream-shops-in-the-world

(SAVANNAH, GA) FUNDRAISER for Coastal Empire Weightlifting – Boston Butt Fundraiser-Now Taking Pre-orders $25@, Call 912-507-7106 Pick up: Location: Teeples Seafood, Friday, July 29th 12-5pm/ Sat., July 30th 10am-12pm

(SAVANNAH, GA) Lilly needs a home http://www.humanesocietysav.org/adoption/cats/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Real Estate Industry gives a big ” Hooa” in support for our Military. http://mysavannah.wordpress.com/2011/07/24/savannah-real-estate-industry-gives-a-big-%E2%80%9C-hooa%E2%80%9D-in-support-for-our-military/

(SAVANNAH, GA) When you give to Goodwill, you’re opening doors to employment, independence, and opportunity for people in your community. Your charitable gifts to Goodwill provide job training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities; people who want to work, so they can earn a living, support their families, and enjoy the benefits that independence, self-sufficiency, and personal contribution afford. http://www.goodwillsavannahga.org/

SAVANNAH-Fundraiser at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Aug. 25 to Benefit TV Mini-Series on Navy Ship with Local Ties

carriagetradepr — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:53:20 +0000

Savannah filmmaker/journalist Michael Jordan is en route to Africa to spend 3.5 weeks aboard USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58), a US Navy frigate and the adopted ship of the Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States. Michael is producing a two-part miniseries, “No Higher Honor,” which will air from 6-6:30pm on Saturday, November 19th and Saturday November 26th on FOX 28/WTGS-TV in Savannah.

From 6-9pm on Thursday evening, August 25th, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse (111 W. Bay St. in downtown Savannah) will hold a “Lounge Takeover” fundraiser to help defray the costs of Michael’s trip and help make possible this exciting television project. Ruth’s Chris will provide hors d’oeuvres including a sliced tenderloin platter, warm seafood platter, large cheese display, and vegetable platter, and singer/songwriter/pianist Eddie Wilson will provide live entertainment. In addition, a silent auction in the wine cellar will include the following items:

1-night stay at the Planter’s Inn on Reynolds Square
1-night stay at the Inn at Ellis Square
Rum Cake from Savannah Rum Runners Bakery
Two $25 gift certificates from BarFood in Habersham Village Shopping Center
$50 gift certificate from Habersham Beverage Warehouse
$50 gift card from The Distillery
$50 gift card good at Blowin’ Smoke BBQ, Blue Turtle Bistro, or B.Matthews
Gift certificate for two dozen homemade cupcakes from Baby Cakes Cupcakes
$25 gift certificate from Bay Camera
Two $50 gift cards from Savannah Tire Brake & Alignment Centers
$50 gift certificate from The Salt Table, 51 Barnard St., Savannah

There will be a $5 suggested donation at the door.

For more information on the TV project, visit www.nohigherhonor.net.

For more information on the event, contact Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse at (912) 721-4800.

Michael L. Jordan, President

Cosmos Mariner Productions

304 Columbus Dr., Savannah, GA 31405

www.cosmosavannah.com

(912) 713-8411