Thursday, Oct. 22, 2025
Good morning!
There are two kinds of people in Coastal Georgia: Those who have had their Halloween costumes prepped and ready for the past two months, and those who are heading to buy them this weekend to grab a quick ‘stume. I fear I’m a part of the latter – AAHH! This weekend is the time to don that alter ego and head to Twilight Balls, blood drives, and cemetery tours. Spend the day walking for Alzheimer’s awareness and donating to Liberty County’s Goodwill school fundraiser.
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CHATHAM COUNTY
Civic Center Legacy Open House: From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, and 10 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the Savannah Civic Center Ballroom, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Share what matters to your most. Your input will ensure the space continues to reflect Savannah’s people, history, and future.
Twilight Ball: At 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24. SAFE Shelter brings their 3rd annual ball to the elegant Palmetto Club, located at 1 Cottonwood Drive. The theme is James Bond’s “Skyfall.” There will be silent and live auctions, a formal dinner program, and thrill on the casino floor. Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the community comes together to break the cycle of domestic violence.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: The Alzheimer’s Association’s signature nationwide event goes from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Daffin Park, 1 Waring Dr. People of all ages are welcome. Come together and honor loved ones, raise awareness, and fundraise for Alzheimer’s care, support services, and critical research toward a cure.
GEA Jam at Molly’s: From 5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, at Molly McGuire’s, 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd, Wilmington Island. Celebrating Georgia Emergency Associates, a Savannah-based team of Emergency Medicine Specialists who have been serving Southeast Georgia since 1994. Enjoy food, drinks, and classic rock.
CAMDEN COUNTY
10th Annual Alzheimer’s Walk: From 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at St. Mary’s Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park, 201 St. Marys St. To keep track of liability waivers and t-shirt sizing, please complete a separate registration form for each participant.
Wickedly Good Blood Drive: From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at From the Ground Up Therapy and Wellness, 2322 Osborne Road. Craft vendors, food trucks & life-saving magic with OneBlood. Donate blood on the OneBlood bus and receive free giveaways. There will be bellydance performances and costumes are welcome.
BRYAN COUNTY
Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour: From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Ft. McAllister Marina, located at 3203 Fort McAllister Road. Categories include: Best small dogs, large dogs, audience favorite, and judge favorite. The event supports the Bryan County Bark Park and Bryan Animal League.
JUSTIN’S VIEWFINDER
Some photos don’t always make it to the story. In this weekly post, The Current GA will highlight photos from staff photojournalist Justin Taylor as a behind-the-lens look at the work put into visuals at our publication. Justin’s Viewfinder will also be featured on @thecurrentga Instagram alongside other news and notes from the coast.
GLYNN COUNTY
Brunswick disaster recovery rebuilds home: The City of Brunswick announced that its Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program has rebuilt another home. This latest project marks the sixth reconstruction and ninth home completed through the program. The rebuilt home in the North Ward was a two-bedroom severely damaged by Hurricane Irma in 2017. The federally funded program allows residents to apply for relief if impacted by disasters.
District 5 Town Hall: Glynn County District 5 commissioner Allen Booker will be hosting a public town hall at at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, at 1 Community Action Drive. The meeting will be focused on access to healthcare and wellness. It will feature a panel of speakers, including Christy Jordan, President & CEO of Southeast Georgia Health System, Kavanaugh Chandler, CEO of Coastal Community Health and Dr. Bonzo Riddick, District Health Director for the Coastal Health District.
LIBERTY COUNTY
Help twice with one donation: Liberty Elementary wants you to help “Stuff the Truck” at its Goodwill school fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at 600 Edgewater Drive in Midway. Your gently used household items, toys, electronics, clothing, and books can help someone else in need — and go towards a check for Liberty Elementary! (Please, no car seats, weapons, CRT monitors, hazardous materials, large appliances, pillows, mattresses, or boxsprings.)
Midway Cemetery tour: Follow costumed guides on the annual benefit tour of Liberty County’s historic Midway Church Cemetery, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and if you dare, 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, located at 491 N. Coastal Hwy. Buy tickets online through the Midway Museum; $15 kids, $20 adults. Tours limited to 25 people. Wear sturdy shoes (rough ground), suitable clothing, and bug spray. Questions? Call 912-884-5837.
Save the rivers: Join the City of Flemington and Keep Liberty Beautiful from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct, 25, for the annual Rivers Alive! Citywide Cleanup. KLB will provide gloves, safety vests, trash bags, and water. Meet at Flemington City Hall, 156 Old Sunbury Road. to rescue trash that otherwise would end up in our local waterways.
MCINTOSH COUNTY
Echoes on the Altamaha: A candle lantern tour from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Fort King George Historical Site, 302 McIntosh Road SE. This year, the past comes to life with a focus on history surrounding the 250th anniversary of the USA. Tickets are $10 per person, call to book at (912)-437-4770. Walk-ins are welcome but subject to a 10+ waiting period.
Traveling US Highway 17, Then and Now: From 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, located at the Ashantilly Center, Inc, 15591 GA Hwy 99. Janet Gritzner, a historian and researcher with a deep interest in the cultural landscapes of the American south, will be presenting a journey along one of the South’s most storied coastal routes. Seating is limited, reservations are required. Members get in for $10.
LONG COUNTY
Community Food Drive: From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at the Ludowici Methodist Church, 338 S. Main St. Please join the community for a monthly food giveaway. You do not need to be a resident and proof of income is not required.
ALONG THE COAST
Free breast cancer screenings: Several health departments in the Coastal Health District are hosting free breast cancer screening events in October. Breast cancer screenings are provided year-round through the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program at no cost to women aged 40 and older without health insurance. For more information, click here.
Flu shots available: Health departments in Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh counties now offer updated 2025-2026 flu vaccine. Supplies are limited in some locations as vaccine shipments continue to arrive. Call your local health department to confirm availability and schedule an appointment. A yearly flu vaccine is the best way to prevent serious flu-related illness for everyone age 6 months and older. Costs are typically covered by insurance, and health departments accept many health insurance plans, and low-cost options for those without health insurance coverage. Information at coastalhealthdistrict.org/flu.
COVID shots available:The health departments in Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh Counties are now offering the Pfizer brand of COVID vaccine without a prescription, the Coastal Health District announced Tuesday. COVD vaccines are also available without a prescription at pharmacies, Healthbeat Atlanta reports.
Grants for teachers: Georgia DNR is again offering a $1,000 grant to a kindergarten through fifth-grade public or private school teacher in the state who demonstrates exceptional energy and innovation in teaching life sciences. Teachers who apply must use Georgia’s native animals, plants and habitats as the context for covering Georgia Standards of Excellence. Although the grant emphasizes life science, cross-curricular teaching is highly encouraged. The deadline to apply is Nov. 3. For more, visit georgiawildlife.com/TeachingConservationGrant or contact DNR’s Linda May (email or 706-319-0211) or Anna Yellin (email or 678-459-8393).
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