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Oktoberfest, Plant Swap

by Adithi Vimalanathan October 1st, 2026September 30th, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

Good morning!

It’s gearing up to be a spectacularly spooky season. Get ready to get dressed up and get outside! We’ve got loads of fall festivities in here to keep you busy.

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IT’S FALL, Y’ALL!

From social media editor Sarah Harwell

🍂 Fall Fest: One for The Road Savannah is hosting its 3rd annual Fall Fest from noon- 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Come out to the Starland District for all things fall from pumpkin carving to bobbing for apples and even open pools in case of a haunt South Georgia autumn day. Shop local vendors and enjoy live music at 101 W 41st St. More info @onefortheroad.sav on Instagram.

🍺 Oktoberfest: If you missed the last one, don’t fret. Oktoberfest is still around at Plant Riverside with Bavarian-style pretzels, bratwurst and seasonal beers. While you enjoy your treats get ready for a show with live music and games like pretzel fishing, strudel stroll, keg bowling and stein holding. This is a two-weekend even with this weekend’s dates on Saturday and Sunday Oct. 3-4 from noon to 6:03 p.m. at 400 W. River St. More info here.

👻 Horror Films: Get ready for the spooky side of fall with this LGBTQ+ Horror Film Festival in Statesboro starting Friday Oct. 2 from 6-9 p.m. featuring LGBTQ+ creators, with free screenings and donations supporting Statesboro Pride. The first film this weekend is Nightmare on Elm Street 2 at 6762 Cypress Lake Road, Statesboro. See future screening dates and more info here.

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PHOTOS, LANTERNS & PUPPIES, OH MY!

From visual journalist Justin Taylor

📸 Galleries Galore: Photography takes over Starland on Friday for Savannah Loves Photo, with four galleries opening new shows from 5-9 p.m. Oct. 2. Start at the Savannah Center for Photography, 2205 Price St., where Mark Cáceres’ gelatin silver prints explore injury, resilience and intimacy. Then walk over to Cleo the Project Space, 2424 Drayton St., for “P.S. or Postscriptum.” Info here.

🕯️ By Candlelight: See Fort McAllister by lantern light on the 47th annual Candle Lantern Tour, with living-history camp scenes along the way. 6:30-9:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond Hill. Tickets are $25 and you have to reserve at 912-727-2339. It usually sells out. Info here.

🐶 Pup Portraits: Shelter dogs sit for their portraits in Stephanie Forbes’ “Lonely Hearts,” and when a dog gets adopted, its painting goes home with it. Meet the pups from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 at Starland Yard, 2411 De Soto Ave., Savannah. Info here.

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WIDEN YOUR HORIZONS

From Liberty County reporter Robin Kemp

🗳️ Get the facts: You might know that I care a lot about covering elections and their protection. Join The Current GA and Keep Our Republic for Trust in Our Elections: A Community Conversation, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Memorial Stadium, 101 John J. Scott Dr., Savannah. Featuring elections officials from Chatham, Glynn, and Liberty Counties and my boss, Margaret Coker, as moderator. Free.

🎨 Signs and wonders: Deaf or hard of hearing? Join ASL interpreters for a docent-led tour of SCAD Museum of Art, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., 601 Turner Boulevard, Savannah. RSVP at least 48 hours in advance at scadmoa@scad.edu or 912-525-7145. You can request an ASL interpreter anytime with at least two weeks’ notice.

🗣️ Hablas con nuevos amigos: How’s your Spanish? Brush up or get started at Mesa de Conversación (Conversation Table) from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Georgia Southern University’s Interdisciplinary Academic Building, Room 2032, Statesboro. Free. Non-students welcome!

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MEET THE NEIGHBORS

From Glynn County reporter Jabari Gibbs

🏛️ Town Hall: A Brunswick town hall will be held on Oct. 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marshes of Glynn Libraries, 208 Gloucester Street, Brunswick, in Conference Room A. Representatives from Logistec, BWC Terminals, the Georgia Ports Authority, the GA Environmental Protection Division, the GA Department of Transportation, the GA Department of Public Safety, and others will attend to answer residents’ questions.

🗳️ County Survey: A random sample of households across Glynn County will receive the survey by mail in early October, with some expected to receive it as early as Friday, Oct. 2. The survey asks residents about county services, community priorities, quality of life, and issues that will be important to Glynn County in the years ahead. The survey is administered and analyzed by ETC Institute, an independent research firm. Residents who do not receive a survey by mail can still participate. The community survey is available to all Glynn County residents here.

✍️ Resilience Training: Registration is now open for the upcoming Community Resilience Model (CRM) Training, hosted by Family Connection of Glynn County and Resilient Communities of Marshland, Georgia. It will be held on Oct. 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Marshes of Glynn Libraries. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

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MORE PUPS, PUMPKINS & A LITTLE MASQUERADE

From marketing manager Chris Sweat

🥧 Pumpkins, pies and plants: Fall gets an official start in Richmond Hill Saturday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon with the Annual Pumpkin Patch at J.F. Gregory Park. Pick up pumpkins and mums, let the kids hit the games and face painting, and don’t miss the bake sale with whole cakes and pies. New this year: house plants, too. More info here.

🐕 Downward dog, with your dog: Bring your pup and your yoga mat for a yoga class on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 10-11 a.m. in Savannah benefiting One Love Animal Rescue. All levels are welcome, and proceeds support the rescue. Space is limited, so register ahead of time. All you need is a $20 min. donation per person + your dog. More info here.

🎭 Time to start mask shopping: Haint Misbehavin’ is coming Oct. 22 at Ships of the Sea, and now’s the time to start figuring out what you’re wearing. Grab a mask, get your tickets and join The Current GA for Savannah’s grand masquerade, all in support of independent local journalism. Tickets are $35 general admission and $125 V.I.P. More info here.

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FALL PLANTING AND FORAGING

From environment reporter Mary Landers

🪴Plant swap: Jane Fishman’s Savannah-Style Plant Swap at the Garden of Good and Gooder. 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at Jane’s Garden, 501 W. Boundary St., Savannah. Gardeners and garden-curious folk gather to browse other folks’ excess plants and take home a new treasure or twelve. Free, no payments allowed.

🍄‍🟫Gather and Grow: Discover the remarkable edible and medicinal plants growing all around us in Georgia’s forests and fields. Learn the basics of safe, responsible foraging from local expert, Era Pope, while exploring the rich traditions and practical uses of native plants. Gather & Grow -Wild Botanicals from 5:30 – 7 pm Oct. 1 at the Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University, 1332 Southern Dr., Statesboro. Cost: $30, $25 for garden members.

🎃Fall on the Farm: A family-friendly farm visit featuring pumpkins, pecans, and livestock, with seasonal fall fun for all ages. 10am-6 pm every Saturday in October at the Lynn Family Farm, 75993 Hwy 46 E., Metter. Price $10— Ages 3 and under are free.

RANDOM YET FUN!

From managing editor Susan Catron

🎸 Channeling Dolly: The band Run Katie Run” plays Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave., at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. The band pays tribute to Dolly Parton’s greatest hits. Its been playing Dollywood for 5 years so they know their blonde wigs! Tickets range from $34 to $39. Click here for info.

🛥️ Let’s hit the water: The skies are clear and it’s time to see the shore from the rivers. Start with a safe boating course is 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at University of Georgia Marine Education Center, 715 Bay St., Brunswick. The course is a full day of learning about Georgia laws, navigation for practical knowledge and confidence. America’s Boating Course is $25; course book is $25. Info here.

🧱 Stack it, build it: The weekly LEGO club for kids meets from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Children’s Activity Room, Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St., Savannah. Meetings include a themed build so you can create your own masterpiece. Info here.

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Oktoberfest, Plant Swap