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Please support your fellow Chamber members by attending these upcoming ribbon-cutting and grand opening events, and join us in congratulating the members below who recently hosted a celebration!
Congratulations:
Artworks on Harmon Unveils New Collection of Ceramic Lamps
Artworks on Harmon recently hosted an open house to showcase a new collection of unique, handmade crystalline glazed ceramic table lamps. The two-day event featured an array of artistic creations, including paintings, prints, and pastels by local artist Harriet Zabusky-Zand. “This event is an invitation to experience art in a tangible, meaningful way,” said Harriet. “Each piece tells a story; we’re thrilled to share this with the community.” Artworks on Harmon is a vibrant gallery committed to showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and artistic talent. Congratulations to Artworks on Harmon on their successful open house!
Summit Spine and Joint Centers Expands to Savannah
Summit Spine and Joint Centers celebrated the grand opening of its Savannah office, located in Suite A on 7414 Hodgson Memorial Drive, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, January 30th. Led by Dr. Banon, the Savannah team specializes in treating a variety of acute and chronic pain conditions, including neck and back pain, sciatica, and spinal stenosis. Summit Spine and Joint Centers utilize state-of-the-art, minimally invasive techniques to help patients restore function and improve their quality of life. The Chamber congratulates Summit Spine and Joint Centers on their expansion into the Savannah market.
Sea Love Candle Bar & Boutique Opens 2nd location in Savannah
Sea Love Candle Bar & Boutique celebrated its grand opening on Broughton Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, January 31st. The event welcomed community leaders and Chamber members to experience the unique scent-blending journey and explore the boutique home decor and gifts collection. Sea Love is committed to sustainability, using vegan, phthalate-free, and cruelty-free ingredients. Sea Love allows guests to create their custom fragrances and provides a relaxing and inspiring shopping experience. Congratulations to Sea Love Candle Bar & Boutique on their successful grand opening!
Patches Custom Embroidery Works Celebrates Grand Opening
Patches Custom Embroidery Works celebrated the grand opening of its first retail location on Monday, February 3rd. Founder Zelonia Williams, Savannah Chamber CEO Bert Brantley, Greater Black Chamber Board Member Chantel Britton, Chamber members, and community leaders cut the ribbon at the new store in Oglethorpe Mall in the presence of local media representatives. “Patches” specializes in creating high-quality, personalized patches, buttons, and pins, focusing on positive messages and unique branding opportunities. The company serves individuals, businesses, sports teams, clubs, and organizations. The Chamber congratulates Zelonia Williams and Patches Custom Embroidery Works on their grand opening—photographs courtesy of Shot by Oddyssey.
Upcoming:
Limestone Wines
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: 513 E Oglethorpe Ave, Suite G, Savannah, GA 31401
Join us for a quick photo-op celebrating Limestone Wines’ grand opening as we cut the ceremonial red ribbon on Saturday, February 8th, at 4:30 PM. We are Limestone Wines, a specialty wine shop run by two sommeliers who carefully curate our selection to include rare and unique wines from small production producers and family-owned and operated wineries for all occasions, from casual to special. As a retail store, we will have weekly tasting events/wine classes on all sorts of exciting topics, and bottles will be open daily for free tasting while you peruse the store.
Cricket Wireless by Blaine Jacob, an authorized retailer
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 3 PM
Location: 13015 Abercorn St, D-1, Savannah, GA 31419
Authorized Cricket Wireless Retailer Blaine Jacob Inc. will host a grand opening ceremony on Thursday, February 13, at 3 pm at our new premier location on Abercorn Street, right across from GSU’s Armstrong campus. As a long-standing partner of Savannah Feed the Hungry and other local nonprofit organizations, we are excited to branch out further into the Southside community! Please stop in to see our deals on the latest devices with affordable service. Take the time to see why people who come to Cricket stay with Cricket!
Savannah Performing Arts Festival
Date: Monday, February 10, 2025,
Time: 12 PM
Location: 201 Montgomery St, Savannah, GA 31401
Mark your calendars, Savannah! The Savannah Performing Arts Festival is bringing the city to life from February 10th through 22nd, 2025. You are invited to cut the ceremonial red ribbon with us on Monday, February 10th at 12 PM to officially launch this exciting new festival showcasing the vibrant performing arts scene in Savannah and offering a variety of events for the community to enjoy. Meet us at the doors of the Savannah Cultural Arts Center with the key players behind the scenes and other fellow patrons of the arts. The Savannah Performing Arts Festival will be held at the Ben Tucker Theater and various locations around town, boasting a range of performances, from concerts and dramas to comedies and panels. A highlight? The Tony Award-winning musical “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder” takes the stage February 14th through 22nd. Tickets are on sale now for this and other exciting events, so don’t miss your chance to celebrate the arts in Savannah! Visit https://onstagesavannah.com/fest/ for more information and to grab your tickets.
Johnson Matthey Process Technologies, Inc.
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025,
Time: 3PM, ribbon cut at 3:15 PM
Location: 214 Bourne Boulevard, Savannah, GA 31408
Johnson Matthey (JM) is a global leader in sustainable technologies. With over 200 years of sustained commitment to innovation and technological breakthroughs, JM improves the performance, function, and safety of customers’ products. JM develops fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) additives for refining customers to improve product yields whilst also reducing unit operation emissions. JM has recently purchased state-of-the-art Advanced Cracking Evaluation (ACE) units and peripheral equipment from Kayser Technology Inc (KTI) to enhance the performance of existing FCC additives further and accelerate new product development. This acquisition strengthens JM’s technical and R&D capabilities, providing significant competitive advantages. Investing locally also creates long-term benefits for the economy and contributes towards making Savannah a center of innovation and research with opportunities to attract qualitative partnerships with refining customers from across the world. To mark this occasion, JM is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Savannah plant on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 3 pm. If you are interested in attending, please email shahla.ellson@matthey.com by February 19th. Due to space constraints, places are limited.
Erica Davis Catering
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025,
Time: 5 PM
Location: 2215 Rowland Ave, Ste B, Savannah, GA 31404
Please join Erica Davis Catering on Thursday, February 26th, at 5 PM for the grand opening of Erica Davis Catering’s new location. Indulge in delicious bites, network with fellow food enthusiasts, and cut the ribbon with us celebrating Erica Davis Catering, voted best in Savannah for three years running. From elegant wedding receptions to corporate events and private parties, Erica Davis Catering offers a range of services to cater to your every need. Our commitment to quality, flavor, and exceptional service ensures a memorable dining and event experience.
Springhill Suites by Marriott Savannah Historic District
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025,
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: 150 Montgomery Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Join us as we unveil the newly renovated Springhill Suites Savannah Downtown! Experience our refreshed design, upgraded amenities, and enhanced guest experience. Enjoy live entertainment, refreshments, and exclusive tours showcasing our stunning transformation.
SESCO Lighting
Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025,
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: 1323 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Goodwill Southeast Georgia
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025,
Time: 9 AM
Location: 12052 Middleground Rd, Savannah, GA 31419
Goodwill Southeast Georgia is excited to announce the opening of a new Savannah retail store and donation center as part of its 60th Anniversary celebrations. A community ribbon-cutting is set for Thursday, March 27 at 9 a.m. at the new store location, 12052 Middleground Rd., Savannah, GA 31419. Goodwill Southeast Georgia is a non-profit social enterprise that transforms lives through education, skills training, and employment opportunities, empowering individuals to reach their highest potential. The sale of gently used items at our 16 retail stores supports this mission by funding our six Opportunity Centers. Goodwill Southeast Georgia is here to help anyone facing any barrier to employment reach their goals. We offer wraparound support through a network of community partners—so there’s no wrong door when you come visit us.
Element Savannah Midtown
Date: Friday, March 28, 2025,
Time: 11 AM
Location: 26 W Fairmont Ave, Savannah, GA 31406
SIP: A Ceramic Cup Show 10th Anniversary
Date: Friday, April 11, 2025,
Time: 6 PM
Location: Ology Gallery | 415 Bonaventure Rd, Thunderbolt, GA 31404 (Around Back)
The Savannah Clay Community invites you to cut the ceremonial red ribbon with us at the opening reception of SIP: A Ceramic Cup Show on Friday, April 11th from 6 PM – 8 PM. SIP 2025 is the 10th Anniversary of our annual national exhibition featuring around 200 functional ceramic cups, mugs, yunomi, and more from clay artists across the country. It shows the diversity of drinking vessels as an art form and allows visitors to become owners of hand-crafted ceramics. All cup sales benefit each artist, and a percentage of proceeds will be donated to CERF+ to help craft artists affected by natural disasters rebuild. The Savannah Clay Community is an organization formed to build strength and support for all ceramicists within Savannah by encouraging the promotion, growth, and education of the ceramic arts. We recognize and aid the development of emerging and established ceramicists in Savannah and encourage the local creative economy to give artists more opportunities to earn income from their artwork.
