Sometimes, when life gets difficult, we get by with a little help from our friends. In times of economic uncertainty, Richmond Hill Public Library turns to Friends of the Library (FOL). "We touch base and work with (library manager) Kate Barker in identifying needs that the library has that are not being met through their normal budgetary process," said Susan Johnson, president of Friends of the Library. "Then we kind of supplement in any way ...
Magnolia Manor hosted its "Hot Rods and Cool Cats" event on Saturday, featuring classic cars and activities for the whole family.
April 1-2: Relay for Life – Support those with cancer and raise awareness and funds to fight it at Relay for Life of Richmond Hill. The 24 hour event, which will feature food, games and more, will take place from 7 p.m. April 1 to 7 a.m. April 2 at J.F. Gregory Park. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Jessica Seagle at 355-5196.
The Richmond Hill Garden Club chose this yard at 45 Dunham Marsh Parkway as its Yard of the Month for March. The landscaping was designed and planted by owners Derek and Amanda Pommerenck, who received a donated gift certificate to Tim and Dave's Nursery.
On Saturday morning, the front lot of Coastal Community Christian Church was flooded with volunteers, cars, water and suds.
Karen Rogers, president of Bryan Animal Caregivers, faces this week's probing questions: 1. What do you feel is your greatest achievement? Going back to school. 2. What, to you, is perfect happiness? Seeing your children go from good kids to great adults. 3. What one material possession would you save in the event of a fire (assuming your family was safe)? As long as the pets are included as family, my next thing would be ...
March 24: "Picasso for a Night" – Learning to paint can be fun with these classes hosted by artist, Carol Hartley. Paint "Marsh View with Sailboats" (see photo) with step-by-step instruction. Class takes place from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Parish Hall (16491 Hwy. 144 East). For details or to register, visit www.picassoforanight.com or call 659-0098.
It's just after 8 a.m. on a Monday at George Washington Carver Elementary School.
Local youngsters took to the fields last weekend for some T-ball fun in the sun.
March 17: St. Patrick's Day Parade – Savannah's legendary parade begins at 10 a.m. and will wind its way down Abercorn, Bay and Bull streets. For detailed information, visit www.savannahsaintpatricksday.com.
Richmond Hill High School senior Joshua Porter has been named 2011 STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) Student for the Bryan County Schools system.
Bryan County Commissioner Carter Infinger,who represents District 4, faced this week's barrage of questions:
March 9: Arts on the Coast Exhibit – Arts on the Coast presents an art exhibit, hosted by Merrill Lynch (7414 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah), throughout the month of March. Free and open to the public, original artwork by local artists can be viewed during business hours (M-F 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). To learn more, contact Sue Vertullo at 665-1025.
When her California neighbors lost their beloved family dog to a house fire in 1989, Camy Thumwood thought about her own pets - three cats she considered part of her family - and what might happen to them in a similar circumstance.
Wendy Sims, director of Bryan County Family Connection, answers this week's line up of questions:
By Kim Wade
Tabatha Lovitt, a homemaker, student and mother to a Special Olympics participant, faces the questions this week:
May 16: Free Nutrition and Fitness Class – Get healthy with the Goodwill Job Connection at 9701 Ford Ave. with their free nutrition and fitness class from 11 a.m. to noon. Learn about basic nutrition, healthy recipes, fitness, stress management and goal setting. For more information, please call 912-373-8432 or visit http://goodwillsavannah.org/.
ATLANTA - The Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is holding its fourth annual online photo contest to coincide with Preservation Month in May. This year's theme is "The Civil War in Georgia."
April 18: Business After Hours – Jump 'N Jacks Family Fun Center will host the April Business After Hours at 5:30 p.m. at its location in Richmond Hill. Join members of the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce for light refreshments and networking. Call 756-3444 for more information.
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