Critz, Inc. to Serve as Presenting Sponsor for 2011 $50,000 Savannah Challenger Tennis Tournament

Mr. Pat Dupre and Mr. Dale Critz Jr.

 

(SAVANNAH, GA) The 2011 $50,000 Savannah Challenger Tennis Tournament is pleased to announce that Critz, Inc. will serve as the event’s Presenting Sponsor. The tournament, which will take place April 30-May 8 at The Landings on Skidaway Island, is open to the public and will feature 32 world-ranked tennis professionals vying to win highly coveted ATP ranking points in addition to the prize money.

 “For the past two years, the Savannah Challenger has attracted world-class athletes to our city and given our community the unique opportunity to be part of a professional sporting event,” says Dale Critz, Jr. president of Critz, Inc. “We are proud to serve as a Presenting Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Challenger and look forward to welcoming professional tennis to the Savannah area for another year.”

 The 2010 Savannah Challenger attracted more than 3,000 fans from around the region. Many of the tournament’s professionals went on to compete in prestigious USTA events around the world, including the Australian Open, the U.S. Open, Wimbledon and the French Open.

 Prior to the 2011 Savannah Challenger, The Landings will host a Challenger Qualifying Tournament February 25-27, with the winner receiving a Wild Card into the qualifying rounds of main tournament.

 For more information on the 2011 $50,000 Savannah Challenger and to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit   www.savannahchallenger.com. For more information about Critz, Inc., please visit www.critz.com.

SAVANNAH, COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES Feb 28, 2011

(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES™   Distributed weekly on the CarriageTradePR Local BusinessWIRE™ FOLLOW SAVANNAH COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES™ on TWITTERhttp://twitter.com/carriagetradepr

(SAVANNAH, GA)  Trident Sustainability Group announces its new hospitality division called Suite Sustainability. This new division will focus on providing custom sustainability solutions to the hotel and hospitality industry, helping hotel owners and managers achieve utility savings while achieving LEED or GreenSeal certifications for their properties. http://www.tridentsustainability.com ; (SAVANNAH, GA) For the third consecutive year, The Landings on Skidaway Island will host the $50,000 Savannah Challenger. This year’s tournament, which will feature 32 world-ranked tennis professionals, takes place April 30-May 8 at The Landings on Skidaway Island. www.savannahchallenger.com. (SAVANNAH, GA) The Peace Corps’ turns 50!  The celebration will be held at Leoci’s at 606 Abercorn Street on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. RPCV hosts are John Vant Slot, (Micronesia ’92-’94) and Karen Jenkins, (Madagascar ’95-’98). All Savannah area returned Peace Corp volunteers, friends and family of volunteers and prospective volunteers are invited to attend.  There will be hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. For more info: Karen Jenkins 912-341-0098 or karenblackjenkins@gmail.com (SAVANNAH, GA) Make your entrepreneur dream a reality. FastTrac® NewVenture™ is specifically designed for owners of young companies and entrepreneurs who are in the planning stages.  Program covers 10 modules in 8 three hour classes March 22 – May 17 http://www.georgiasbdc.org/pdfs/Savannah_FTNV_2011.pdf 912-651-3200. (SAVANNAH, GA)  Small Business Council / SMART Lunch Series Mar 1, 2011, 11:30 a.m. – Networking; Noon – Luncheon Joe Ippolito, President, River Horse Internet Marketing, will present Search Engine Marketing: Secrets for On-Line Success for Small Business. http://www.savannahchamber.com/for-members/business-calendar/202 (SAVANNAH, GA) Photos from the Goodwill Reception Party for the new CEO, Mohsen Badran. http://spotted.savannahnow.com/galleries/index.php?id=384178 (SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty presents 610 E. Victory Drive. Drastically reduce. Built in 1912 this 4 bedroom home includes a carriage house. Call Agent Lee Wilkes at 912.704.4464.  http://www.celiadunnsir.com/listings_detail.asp?listingID=1331 (SAVANNAH, GA) Armstrong’s Homecoming 2011 is February 14-19. The week long celebration brings hundreds of alumni to the campus to enjoy a variety of events and reunions. The festivities will include a Homecoming parade-a new addition to Homecoming week-and a golden graduate reunion at Leopold’s Ice Cream. www.armstrong.edu (SAVANNAH, GA) Chuck Leavell, keyboarder for the Rolling Stones, was in Savannah speaking at the Book Festival about his new book, Growing a Better America. He surprised the audience by ending his talk by playing, Statesboro Blues. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iakxBnXNziY. He also played his new song called Savannah: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs_5qcUBAtQ (SAVANNAH, GA) The 2nd Business Roundtable group is now forming. They will meet Thursday, March 10 at 111 East Liberty Street at 11:30am. Bring a lunch, refreshments will be available. This group will meet 6 times in 2011. Peer to peer problem solving.  Sponsored by SCORE and the SBDC.  912-652-4335. (SAVANNAH, GA) Armstrong Atlantic State University, in collaboration with the Savannah-Chatham Public School System, will host “Sailing the Cyber C’s: Communicate, Collaborate, Create,” a technology conference designed to provide regional educators and school administrators a better understanding of technology tools available to advance student learning and performance. The conference will be held from 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., Friday, March 4 at the Coastal Middle School, 4595 US Highway 80 East. To register, visit http://forms.einstruction.com/forms/EdTech_SavannahGA  (SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, upcoming events: http://savannahchamber.com/events.php (SAVANNAH, GA) Photos from the 2011 Savannah Book Festival http://spotted.savannahnow.com/galleries/384338/ (SAVANNAH, GA) The 2010-2011 Armstrong Atlantic State University Robert I. Strozier Faculty Lecture Series continues on Friday, March 4 at 12:10 in University Hall 156 on the Armstrong campus, 11935 Abercorn Street. The lecture is free and open to the public. Monica Rausch, Armstrong assistant professor of English, will present “More Than Wigs: Women and Nation-building in Ama Ata Aidoo’s Short Stories.” For more information visit www.armstrong.edu.

Isle of Hope to Celebrate 275th Anniversary, October 15, 2011

(ISLE OF HOPE, GA) Isle of Hope will celebrate their 275th Anniversary on Saturday, October 15, 2011. A parade will start on Bluff Drive at 10:30AM.  The celebration is free and open to the public. Art Show at the Pavilion. There will be food, entertainment, activities for children, historical lectures, reenactors, and vendors. To participate or for more information please contact Mary at  912 355-6951 or mpflanders@hotmail.com. www.isleofhope275.wordpress.com

275th Celebration of Isle of Hope, Oct 15, 2011

Carol and Kiley overlook the Inter Coastal Waterway on Bluff Drive - 1999

Trident Sustainability Announces New Hospitality Division

(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Trident Sustainability Group announces its new hospitality division called Suite Sustainability. This new division will focus on providing custom sustainability solutions to the hotel and hospitality industry, helping hotel owners and managers achieve utility savings while achieving LEED or GreenSeal certifications for their properties.

“In the US alone, hotels make up 5 billion square feet of space and account for $4 billion in utility bills. Pursuing sustainability initiatives in this market sector can have a huge impact and produce immediate returns for properties”, said Tommy Linstroth, Principal of Trident Sustainability Group. “With buildings that are occupied 24/7, 365 days a year, hotels have a huge ability to operate greener – which provides a better guest experience and marketability while providing significant financial savings to owners and operators.”

Anna Ferreti will serve as Director of the hospitality division. “Anna brings years of green, hands-on hotel development and operations experience,” Linstroth said. “Her in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry give us a unique perspective with truly understanding and being able to provide sustainability solutions for clients.”

Trident Sustainability Group is a full-service sustainability and green building consulting firm that focuses on providing triple bottom line solutions to a diverse range of clients both locally and nationwide. Trident provides hands on guidance on green building design and construction and offers extensive development-based expertise to help clients achieve LEED certification for their projects. Trident also provides institutional sustainability services to organizations, from nonprofit and small business to municipalities and government agencies looking to decrease energy and water consumption, improve indoor air quality, and reduce their environmental footprint. www.tridentsustainability.com

The new Savannah Book Festival ice cream from Leopold’s is here!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(SAVANNAH, GA) – Leopold’s Ice Cream is proud to announce a new ice cream flavor—“SBF 30”—inspired by the Savannah Book Festival.  A portion of the proceeds from “SBF 30” will benefit this FREE, three-day literary event Feb. 18-20 on Telfair Square in downtown Savannah.  A play on words alluding to the sun protection factor (SPF) in sunscreen and to Savannah’s famous sunny days, “SBF 30” is a new twist on caramel crunch, a creamy caramel with a home-made praline crunch.
Also, every single flavor of ice cream has been renamed using the Festival authors’ book titles as inspiration.  Some of the fun, festive new names include:
Saturday Evening Speaker Sandra Brown, Tough Customer: “One Tough Chippy” Peanut Butter Chip
Sunday Brunch Speaker Vince Dooley, Vince Dooley’s Garden: “Dooley’s Rose Garden” (Rose Petal)
Lauretta Hannon, The Cracker Queen: “Strawberry Dress” (Strawberry)
Thomas Chatterton Williams, Losing my Cool: “Losing My Coconut” (Coconut)
Chad Faries, Drive Me Out of My Mind: “Drive Me Out of My Mint Chip”
Martha Nesbitt, Savannah Celebrations: “Savannah Celebrates Tutti Frutti”

Leopold’s hopes this partnership will help more people take notice of the Savannah Book Festival, adding that cultural events like this are what make Savannah special.  Owner Stratton Leopold loves books and is an avid reader: “We feel that Leopold’s Ice Cream and the Savannah Book Festival make the perfect weekend combo!”

Stephanie Duttenhaver, board president of the Savannah Book Festival, is thrilled and honored by Leopold’s focus on books: “Thanks to the folks at Leopold’s, next week even more people can learn about our great Festival and also help support it by buying a scoop of ‘SBF 30.’  What a fun, delicious way to help us keep this Festival free and open to the public—and you might even spot your favorite author while you’re at Leopold’s!”

Leopold’s VeriBest™ ice cream is absolutely one-of-a-kind.  All flavors are made on the premises, one batch at a time, using top-secret family recipes handed down from the original Leopold brothers and using only the best all-natural ingredients, hand-picked for quality.
For more information about Leopold’s Ice Cream, please contact Jennifer Klahr at jennifer@leopoldsicecream.com, 912-234-4442, or visit their website at http://www.leopoldsicecream.com/ .
For more information about the Savannah Book Festival, please visit http://www.savannahbookfestival.org/ .

$100,000 Prize For The Best Solution That IMPROVES the World’s Coasts

 

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Ocean Exchange Board of Governors announces a call for submissions for the first annual $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award. The award will recognize the business, organization or individual with the best currently operational technology, or solution that improves the world’s coasts. Applications may be submitted online at www.savannahoceanexchange.org between January 30 and June 1, 2011.

Global submissions will be reviewed by a panel assembled by Dr. Nancy Knowlton, Sant chair for Marine Sciences at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. The top 10 entries will be judged by the 27 members of the Savannah Ocean Exchange’s Board of Governors, along with a panel of international experts. The most promising solution will be awarded the $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award at the Solutions Exchange gala on September 8, 2011, in Savannah.

The winning technology / solution will drive sustainable change; improve ecological, economic and global connectivity; and respect the unique cultural sense of place of coastal communities. The Savannah Ocean Exchange’s Board of Governors and a panel of experts will work together for 12 months to implement the winning idea.

About the Savannah Ocean Exchange
Founded in 2010, the Savannah Ocean Exchange is an annual event held every September in Savannah, Georgia, USA. The Savannah Ocean Exchange unites global organizations across multiple disciplines and boundaries to distribute and adopt solutions that positively impact oceans and ocean life. The Board of Governors includes 27 thought-leaders from around the globe who represent diverse backgrounds and expertise and share a commitment to innovation and to the protection of the world’s oceans.

The theme for the 2011 Savannah Ocean Exchange is “Shaping the Future of Our Coasts.” The event will include the Solutions Exchange, which will take place September 7-8, along with several Exchanges open to the public during the entire month of September. The Public Exchanges will focus on four areas: culture and cuisine, events and excursions, presentations and performances, and vessels and viewings. For more information about the Savannah Ocean Exchange, the 2011 Solutions Exchange and Public Exchange and details about the 2011 $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award, please visit www.savannahoceanexchange.org.

About Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary
 of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), designs, develops,
 manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most 
technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has 
produced more than 1,900 aircraft for customers around the 
world since 1958. The company employs more than 9,000 people at seven major locations. www.gulfstream.com.

Savannah Ocean Exchange
 Board of Governors
- NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, Director – Danial J. Basta
- Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director – Curtis J. Foltz
- The Coca-Cola Company, Vice President of Environment and Water Resources – Jeff Seabright
- International Financial Services (IFSC), Ireland, Chairman – John Bruton
- Shipbuilding Association of Canada, President – Peter Cairns
- Wallenius Wilhelmsen – Logistics Americas LLC, President of Region Americas, – Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics/Deputy CEO Christopher J. Connor
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Australia –
Director, Ecosystem Conservation and Sustainable Use – Jon Day
- Savannah College of Art and Design, Chief Academic Officer – Tom Fischer
- Georgia Institute of Technology, -Director Georgia Tech Savannah Vice Provost Georgia Tech – David Frost
- UPS, Vice President, Customer Relationship Management – Dale Hayes
- Smithsonian Institution, Sant Chair, Marine Science, Museum of Natural History – Nancy Knowlton
- IUCN’s World Commission on Protected Areas, Marine Vice Chair – Dan Laffoley
- Vice Admiral U.S. Navy and NOAA (RET.) – Conrad C. Lautenbacher Jr.
- Harvard University, Senior Fellow, Advanced Leadership Initiative – Susan Leal
- Independent Film Producer – Stratton Leopold
- Gulfstream, Executive Vice – President General Dynamics, Aerospace Group and President of Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation – Joe Lombardo
- JCB, Vice Chairman – John Patterson
- iTECH for Business LLC, CEO – George Powers
- Endeavor, CEO and Founder – Linda Rottenberg
- GPB Media, President and Executive Director – Teya Ryan
- Sapelo Foundation, Secretary & Trustee – Irene Reynolds Schier
- NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service, Assistant Administrator for Fisheries – Eric C. Schwaab
- American Samoa Government, Governor Togiola T. A Tulafono
- Author Jack Uldrich
- SEAlliance, founding partner of Mission Blue,
Google Curator/Content Editor for OCEAN in Google Earth – Charlotte Vick
- Emory University, Director of the Emory Center for Ethics-Paul Root Wolpe PhD.
- Paz Energy LLC, Chairman of the Board of Managers – Brig. Gen. Albert C. Zapanta (Ret.)

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$50,000 Savannah Challenger Returns for Third Consecutive Year

(SAVANNAH, GA) For the third consecutive year, The Landings on Skidaway Island will host the $50,000 Savannah Challenger. This year’s tournament, which will feature 32 world-ranked tennis professionals, takes place April 30-May 8 at The Landings on Skidaway Island.

“The Challenger continues to grow and become a part of the fabric of Savannah,” says Tournament Chairperson Robin Gold. “As we go in to our third year, people are recognizing that the Challenger is the go-to place for world-class tennis in an intimate setting. We have a great opportunity to witness some of the best tennis players on their way up in world rankings.”

Each year, the USTA hosts 16 Challenger Tournaments around the country. Participants are usually full-time ATP tour players with a world ranking of 40-200 who play in the tournaments to improve their rankings and advance to Grand Slam events.

The 2010 tournament, which was held May 1-9, attracted more than 3,000 fans from around the country, who descended upon Savannah to see some of the world’s best rising tennis stars in action. Kei Nishikori of Japan won the 2010 singles tournament, defeating Ryan Sweeting of the United States 6-4, 6-0, while the doubles team of Jamie Baker and James Ward of Great Britain bested the team of Bobby Reynolds (United States) and Fritz Wolmarans (South Africa) 6-3, 6-4.

Among the professionals competing in the 2010 $50,000 Savannah Challenger, 56 percent went on to compete in the Australian Open, while 50 percent competed in the U.S. Open, 50 percent competed in Wimbledon and 31 percent competed in the French Open.

This year’s tournament will be preceded by a Challenger Qualifying Tournament February 25-27 at The Landings. The winner will receive a Wild Card into the qualifying rounds of the 2011 $50,000 Savannah Challenger.

In addition to the professional competition, the 2011 $50,000 Savannah Challenger will feature a Kids Day Clinic and a Ladies Day, as well as a Pro-Am in which 100 percent or the proceeds will be donated to a local charity.

Both the Challenger Qualifying Tournament and the 2011 Savannah Challenger are open to the public. For more information, please visit www.savannahchallenger.com

he Savannah Book Festival is going to school—literally—with twelve Festival authors donating their time at ten schools in Chatham County

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Book Festival is going to school—literally—with twelve Festival authors donating their time at ten schools in Chatham County as part of its Authors in the Schools community outreach program scheduled for Friday, February 18, 2011. The SBF @ School Program, provided FREE to Savannah area students, brings award-winning writers into public and private high schools, colleges and universities to talk to students about their books and their lives in letters.

In order to ensure an enriching, relevant experience for the students, the Savannah Book Festival works closely with the schools’ media specialists, English teachers and college professors to select authors who best fit the students’ current course of study. This year, author Thomas C. Williams, whose memoir Losing My Cool looks at the influence of hip hop culture on young people, will talk to students at Johnson High School. Ahead of his visit, Johnson’s principal, Dr. Freddie Gilyard purchased copies of his book so her students could prepare for a dialogue with the author. Mr. Williams will also visit Savannah State University for what promises to be a lively debate on the role of hip hop in contemporary culture. The panelists include: Savannah State University professor Ed Fletcher; Armstrong Atlantic State University professor Elizabeth Desnoyas-Colas; and Lloyd Harold representing All Walks of Life (AWOL, Inc.). The event will take place at Torian Auditorium in Jordan Hall.

A Savannah Book Festival “Literary Day” is on tap for Savannah Christian Preparatory School, with authors Lenore Hart, Michael Malone and Barry Sheehy visiting classes there. Students reading Edgar Allan Poe will hear from Lenore Hart, author of The Raven’s Bride, a novel about Poe’s first wife; while students of history will walk the grounds behind Savannah Christian with Civil War Savannah author Barry Sheehy to learn about the Civil War entrenchments that remain in that area.

Since its founding in 2008, the Savannah Book Festival has introduced thousands of young people to dozens of authors, adding depth and breadth to their curricula. Both students and authors are enriched by their experiences in this program: the authors love talking with young people about their writing, while the students benefit greatly from the opportunity to hear about the craft of writing. The entire program is provided FREE to area schools, adding yet another important service component to the Savannah Book Festival. Here’s a list of all the 2011 SBF authors in the schools:

SBF Authors High Schools and Universities
ChadFaires JenkinsHigh School
Tina Brown GrovesHigh School
Jonathan Raab WindsorForest High School
Lenore Hart
Savannah Book Festival
“Literary Day” at Savannah Christian
Michael Malone SavannahChristian
Barry Sheehy SavannahChristian
Beverly Difornio St. Vincent’s Academy
Adam Davies IslandsHigh School
Harlow Unger BeachHigh School
Thomas C. Williams JohnsonHigh School
SavannahState University- 2pm
Waqas Khwaja SavannahState University- 12n
Greg Djanikian ArmstrongAtlantic State University- 1:30pm

The Savannah Book Festival’s mission is to promote reading, writing and civil conversation. It is now a significant event in both the literary and southeastern USA calendars, with a new date this year: February 18-20, 2011 – President’s Day weekend. The Savannah Book Festival Inc. is an independent non-profit corporation led by a volunteer board of directors. It is committed to remaining free and open to the public and to celebrating the written word and its role in improving the human experience.

Visit savannahbookfestival.org to plan your trip. You’ll find special deals with local hotels and tourist venues, and the website content is frequently updated.

For more information on SBF @ School, contact the Savannah Book Festival’s Authors in the Schools program co-coordinator at (912) 695-3872; or visit the Savannah Book Festival’s website at: http://www.savannahbookfestival.org/2011-festival/sbf-at-schools/.

Leopold’s Ice Cream Renames flavors for Authors coming to Savannah Book Festival this week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(SAVANNAH, GA) – Leopold’s Ice Cream is proud to announce a new ice cream flavor—“SBF 30”—inspired by the Savannah Book Festival, sales of which will benefit this FREE, three-day literary event Feb. 18-20 on Telfair Square in downtown Savannah. A play on words alluding to the SPF factor in sunscreen and Savannah’s famous sunny days, “SBF 30” is a new twist on caramel crunch, with the flakes of caramel representing freckles on skin.

In addition, in honor of some of the writers who’ll be appearing at the Savannah Book Festival, every single flavor of ice cream in the store on Broughton Street will be renamed after the authors’ books beginning Tuesday, February 15 and running through the last day of the Festival, Sunday, February 20. Some of the fun, festive new ice cream flavors include:

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Keynote Address speaker Lisa Genova’s novel Left Neglected: “Not Left Neglected” Lemon Sorbet

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Sandra Brown’s Tough Customer: “One Tough Chippy” Peanut Butter Chip

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Roy Blount Jr.’s Hail Hail Euphoria! “Hail Hail Cherry Cordial!”

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Sunday Brunch speaker Vince Dooley’s Vince Dooley’s Garden: “Dooley’s Rose Garden” (Rose Petal)

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Lauretta Hannon’s The Cracker Queen: “Strawberry Dress” (Strawberry)

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Tobias Wolff’s Our Story Begins: “Our Story Begins with Vanilla” (Vanilla)

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Karl Marlantes’s Matterhorn: “Matterhorn Coffee” (Coffee)

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Thomas Chaterton Williams’s Losing my Cool: “Losing My Coconut” (Coconut)

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Chad Faries’s Drive Me Out of My Mind: “Drive Me Out of My Mint Chip”

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Even Leopold’s most famous flavor will boast a new moniker– Martha Nesbitt’s Savannah
Celebrations: “Savannah Celebrates Tutti Frutti”

This new partnership with the non-profit Savannah Book Festival was inspired by owner and founder Stratton Leopold’s life-long love of books and reading. Recently, Leopold’s teamed up with the Live Oak Public Library to create a special flavor which helped the Libraries raise $1,500 for children’s programming. Mr. Leopold hopes for a similar outcome with this new “SBF 30” flavor, with all proceeds going to help bring renowned writers to Savannah during the Festival as well as in the SBF’s regular quarterly literary events.

Stephanie Duttenhaver, board president of the Savannah Book Festival, is thrilled and honored by Leopold’s focus on books: “We work hard to get the word out about this fantastic, FREE literary festival, which brings some of America’s most celebrated writers into our community. We hope everyone in Savannah comes down to Leopold’s next week to buy at least a scoop of “SBF 30” to help support the Savannah Book Festival. What a fun, delicious way to help us raise the needed dollars to keep this Festival free and open to the public—and
you might even spot your favorite author while you’re there!”

Leopold’s VeriBest™ ice cream is absolutely one-of-a-kind. All flavors are made on the premises, one batch at a time, using top-secret family recipes handed down from the original Leopold brothers. Try some of our more historic flavors – like Johnny Mercer’s favorite, Tutti Frutti – made exactly as they were in 1919. Wondering why our Pistachio isn’t green? No artificial dyes, of course! We use only the best all-natural ingredients, hand-
picked for quality.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Klahr at Leopold’s Ice Cream, jennifer@leopoldsicecream.com ,
912-234-4442, or visit the Leopold’s Ice Cream website at http://www.leopoldsicecream.com/

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Karl Marlantes in Savannah, GA –

(SAVANNAH, GA) – The Savannah Book Festival is proud to announce that Karl Marlantes,
author of the novel Matterhorn—a New York Times bestseller and winner of the prestigious
Center for Fiction’s 2010 Flaherty-Dunham First Novel Prize, the 2011 William E. Colby Award
and the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association prize for best novel of 2010—will appear in a
FREE presentation at the Savannah Book Festival on February 19, 2011.

The story follows Bravo Company, a U.S. Marine unit, as it takes and re-takes a hilltop firebase
near the DMZ and Laotian border in 1969 Vietnam. Marlantes, 65, a highly decorated Marine
Corps officer, Vietnam veteran and Rhodes Scholar, wrote and revised Matterhorn based on his
experiences during the war over a 33-year period. During the years of rejection by publishers, he
was told to rewrite the novel for the first Gulf War, then Afghanistan. But the Washington State
resident remained unwavering in his devotion to tell the story of political incompetence, wartime
drudgery and uncommon valor.

Matterhorn was selected by Barnes and Noble as one of its Discover Great New Writers picks.
The New York Times called Matterhorn “a final exorcism for one of the most painful passages in
American history.”

The Savannah Book Festival’s mission is to promote reading, writing and civil conversation. It
is now a significant event in both the literary and southeastern USA calendars, with a new date
this year: February 18-20, 2011 – President’s Day weekend. The Savannah Book Festival Inc.
is an independent non-profit corporation led by a volunteer board of directors. It is committed
to remaining free and open to the public and to celebrating the written word and its role in
improving the human experience.

Visit savannahbookfestival.org to plan your trip. You’ll find special deals with local hotels and
tourist venues, and the website content is frequently updated.

For more information, contact the Savannah Book Festival at (912) 358-0575;
info@savannahbookfestival.org; or 3025 Bull St., Suite 249, Savannah, GA 31405, http://
http://www.savannahbookfestival.org.

Calling all GOOD IDEAS

Savannah, Ga. – February 8, 2011) – Area entrepreneurs are invited to participate in FastPitch 2011, a competitive event designed to put promising entrepreneurs with innovative ideas for products or services in front of established entrepreneurs and potential investors. The event is organized by ATDC (Advanced Technology Development Center) at Georgia Tech Savannah, Georgia Southern University’s Center for Entrepreneurial Learning and Leadership, and The Creative Coast. Application deadline is March 1 and final competition takes place March 31, 2011 at the Coastal Georgia Center in Savannah from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Ocean Exchange announces Gulfstream as Worldwide Sponsor of the $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011.

http://www.savannahoceanexchange.org

(SAVANNAH, GA) Founded in 1886, Bouhan, Williams & Levy celebrate 125th Anniversary this year: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mw0u85UQmQ

(SAVANNAH, GA) Guide to starting a business in Georgia, written by a SCORE volunteer.
MORE INFO

(SAVANNAH, GA) The next Armstrong faculty lecture will present the work of an Armstrong professor, who through the use of the Internet, has found an effective way to help students gain fluency in French.

The lecture is at 12:10 p.m on Friday, February 18 on the Armstrong campus. Free and open to the public.

MORE INFO

(SAVANNAH, GA) CityTrex presents author Lee Smith talking about the Southern influence on modern art, the state of 21st century publishing, and the The Hostess City of Savannah, GA http://www.citytrex.com/savannah-book-festival/lee-smith.php

(SAVANNAH, GA) Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty presents 211 Lovell Ave on Tybee Island. Great beach house in convenient location just one block from Butler Avenue. Light filled rooms. Agent is Celia Dunn. 912-234-3323
 http://www.celiadunnsir.com/listings_detail.asp?listingID=1283

(SAVANNAH, GA) Is your business under 10 years old? SCORE and SBDC are forming a FREE Business Roundtable for peer to peer problem solving and sharing best practices. Lynn Vos and Marjorie Young to facilitate. For more info call SCORE 912-652-4335. Feb 10th first meeting.

MORE INFO

(SAVANNAH, GA) Did you know that Vince Dooley will be at the Savannah Book Festival? Check out all the authors coming: http://www.savannahbookfestival.org/festivals/2011/



(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, upcoming events: http://savannahchamber.com/events.php

(SAVANNAH, GA) Wednesday, February 9th at 6:00 pm – The American Cancer Society hosts Man To Man, a prostate cancer support group, at Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. Guest speaker will be Cathy Baxter speaking on the benefits of yoga during treatment. Call 355-5196 for more information.

(SAVANNAH, GA) You’re Just A Pup ™ Radio Show and Social Media Company launches in Savannah on NewsRadio 1290 WTKS. You’re Just A Pup ™ brings you exciting content about aging actively ™. Navigate to: http://www.yourejustapup.com or Facebook: You’re Just A Pup.

(SAVANNAH, GA) CityTrexs presents: Gregory Djanikian, an audio tour of of the state of the art in poetry in the 21st century. http://www.citytrex.com/savannah-book-festival/gregory-djanikian.php

(SAVANNAH, GA) Leopolds Icecream is renaming ALL of their flavors from Feb. 15-20, 2011, after various Savannah Book Festival authors.

(ISLE OF HOPE, GA) Isle of Hope residents are planning a BIG celebration in Oct for the 275th Anniversary of the Island.

(SAVANNAH, GA) Pictures taken of UGA VIII last October at his “MEET & GREET PARTY” PHOTOS

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Pictures taken of UGA VIII at Bouhan, Williams & Levy, October 2010

I was sorry to hear the sad news about UGA VIII – here are some very special photos taken of UGA last Oct at his MEET & GREET party at the Savannah law firm of Bouhan, Williams & Levy. http://www.bouhan.com

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Goodwill in Savannah invites you to welcome their new CEO, Mohsen Badran

Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire, Inc.

Cordially invite you to attend a
Reception honoring

Mohsen T. Badran

As he begins his journey as
President and Chief Executive Officer
Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire, Inc.

February 15, 2011
4:30pm – 7:00pm

Location:

Goodwill Industries Corporate Office
7220 Sallie Mood Drive
Savannah, Georgia 31406

Please RSVP to Lucia Gammon
by February 11, 2011
(912) 354-6611 ext 103
lgammon@goodwillsavannahga.org

Bouhan, Williams & Levy Celebrate 125th Anniversary

(SAVANNAH, GA) Bouhan, Williams & Levy, LLP is pleased to announce
that the firm will celebrate its 125th anniversary in 2011.

As one of Georgia’s oldest and most respected law firms, “This
is a landmark celebration for us,” says Carlton Joyce, a partner
with Bouhan, Williams & Levy.

Founded in 1886, the firm began with William Wilson Osborne, who later
partnered with United States Senator Pope Barrow to form Barrow &
Osborne. The next century saw leadership change hands several times over,
ushering through a number of associates who went on to become esteemed
judges, authors and political figures. Yet, throughout its many
transformations, the core principles of this law firm remained intact.

“Our predecessors were committed to creating an institution
based on integrity, honesty and the highest caliber legal
representation,” notes Joyce. “We proudly continue that
legacy today.”

Bouhan, Williams & Levy specializes in the areas of corporate,
business, and transactional matters, as well as civil litigation on
the local, national and international levels. As such, the firm has
enjoyed the opportunity to represent numerous clients in sophisticated
business transactions, which has afforded its transactional lawyers
the opportunity to develop expertise usually limited to firms in major
metropolitan areas. Clients include major corporations, small
businesses, professional entities, insurance companies, financial and
lending institutions, non-profit corporations, individuals and public
sector boards and authorities.

The firm and its attorneys have consistently been named to prestigious
groups such as the 2010 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law
Firms Rankings, Best Lawyers in America, Georgia Lawyers, Rising
Stars, Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite, and the American Trial Lawyers
Association’s Top 100 Attorneys in Georgia, among others.

“I think we have a very good reputation for our ultimate work
product,” says Edwin Robb, who practices maritime law and has
been a member of Bouhan, Williams & Levy since 1970. As well,
“By and large, I think our partners enjoy respect from
judges.”

Robb is one of a handful who have been with the firm for several
decades. Members Walter Hartridge and Pomeroy Williams joined in 1961;
Lea Holliday the same year as Robb.

The year 1970 marked a new era for the firm as it relocated to The
Armstrong House, a historical centerpiece of Savannah once home to
Armstrong Junior College.

“In civil litigation and jury trials, we have one of the
strongest traditions in Georgia,” says Joyce. “Members
of the firm are among Georgia’s most outstanding trial lawyers and
have experience in all phases of litigation.”


Headquartered in the Armstrong House at 447 Bull Street, Bouhan,
Williams & Levy, LLP is among Savannah’s oldest law firm. They
can be reached at http://www.bouhan.com 912-236-2491.

Savannah Law firm celebrating 125th Anniversary

Savannah Ocean Exchange heralds Gulfstream as World Wide Sponsor of the $100,000 Gulfsteam Navigator Award 2011.

Savannah Ocean Exchange heralds Gulfstream as Worldwide Sponsor of the $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011.

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Ocean Exchange proudly announces Gulfstream as the worldwide sponsor of the Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011, which recognizes the best technology, idea or solution to improve the world’s coasts and prepare them for the future.

The award is given to the top solution submitted as part of an annual Call for Solutions sent out through the Savannah Ocean Exchange Board of Governors. The governors, currently numbered at 27, have selected “Shaping the Future of Our Coasts” as the theme for this year’s submissions, which are due by April 15. An exclusive panel of experts from various disciplines will select the 10 best entries, which will be presented on Sept. 7 and Sept. 8 to the Board of Governors and invited guests in Savannah. That event will culminate with the announcement of the Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011 winner, who will be presented $100,000 on behalf of Gulfstream by Joe Lombardo, the company’s president.

“Our company was named after the Gulf Stream, a driver of commercial sea traffic for centuries and a critical part of the Atlantic ecosystem,” notes Mr. Lombardo. “Living and working in a coastal community, we are sensitive to the importance of sustainable growth and the protection of environmental assets. We believe the Navigator Award will further research and actionable projects focused on oceans and coastal areas. It will also cast a beacon on Savannah, which is a great home for new high-tech and environmental businesses and an important maritime hub.”

Savannah Ocean Exchange brings together thought leaders around the world from cross disciplines that represent industry, education, research, technology, government and conservation. While most of the Governors hail from the USA, other countries represented include Ireland, Switzerland, Australia, England, Canada and American Samoa.

“We are thrilled Gulfstream is our inaugural Worldwide Sponsor of the Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011,” says Cort Atkinson, Co-Founder and CEO of the Savannah Ocean Exchange. “Gulfstream continually identifies and incorporates the best solutions into their business. Their worldwide reputation for excellence has the power to bring
together thought leaders and solution creators from every corner of our planet who are committed to our world’s ocean.”

To learn more about the call for submissions and the review process, please visit http://www.savannahoceanexchange.org.

About Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary
of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 1,900 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. The company employs more than 10,000 people at ten major locations. http://www.gulfstream.com.

About the Savannah Ocean Exchange Founded in 2010, Savannah Ocean Exchange unites international organizations across multiple disciplines and boundaries to distribute and adopt solutions that positively impact oceans and ocean life. The Board of Governors includes 27 thought-leaders from around the world who represent diverse backgrounds and expertise and share a commitment to innovation and to the protection of our ocean.

The theme for the 2011 Savannah Ocean Exchange is “Shaping the Future of Our Coasts.” The event will include the Solutions Exchange, which will take place September 7-8, along with several Public Exchanges open to all during the entire month of September. The Public Exchanges will focus on four areas: Culture & Cuisine, Events & Excursions, Presentations & Performances, and Vessels & Viewings. For more information about Savannah Ocean Exchange, the 2011 Solutions Exchange, Public Exchanges and details about the $100,000 Gulfstream Navigator Award 2011, please visit http://www.savannahoceanexchange.org.

MEDIA CONTACT Marjorie Young, President of Carriage Trade Public Relations, Inc. Marjorie@carriagetradepr.com 912-844-9990

New Radio Show in Savannah

You’ re Just A Pup ™ Radio Show and Social Media
…about aging actively tm …

January 31, 2011

SAVANNAH, GA : You’ re Just A Puptm ……..about aging actively tm

You’ re Just A Pup tm Radio Show and Social Media Company is pleased to announce
that it is launching its initial radio show on February 5, 2011 on Savannah’ s premier talk radio station NewsRadio 1290 WTKS, which is owned by Clear Channel. The show
will air Saturdays between 3 and 4 pm EST.

You’ re Just A Puptm Media Company is setting the gold standard for talk radio and social media for the active lifestyle of adults over 50 years old. In addition to the radio show, the Company is creating a connected community of its followers with a presence on Facebook, Blogger, LinkedIn and YouTube. A web site at http://www.yourejustapup.com is
the home of You’ re Just A Pup tm.

Bill Edwards and Audrey Biloon will host the weekly show. Bill Edwards has an award
winning 6-9 a.m. news talk show daily on NewsRadio 1290 WTKS. Audrey is a retired
Savannah attorney, social worker and teacher who hosted her own Arbitron gold standard rating radio talk show for ten years on WSOK, a sister Clear Channel Station. Bill and Audrey will talk to callers and interact with expert guests on a variety of topics including travel, finance, relationships, intimacy, health, nutrition, and fitness.

Rounding out the team is producer and business manager Millicent Pitts-DiCicco.
Pitts commented that “ our Savannah location is the perfect base to showcase our
Company and our experienced on air hosts” . She added that “ we plan to expand our
radio presence into the Southeast US later in 2011, with an objective to be a national
show in the near future” . Pitts emphasized that important research, including that of
the prestigious Pew Research Center, shows that adults over 50 are the fastest growing
segment of social media users. Pew estimates that 42% of the over 50 population uses
social media. In a separate study, comSouce estimates that 27.4 million seniors engage
in social networking, of which 19 million use Facebook. The Company wants to
capitalize on the fact that 10,000 individuals are turning 65 years old every day, many
of whom are very active with years of productive family, career, and community
contributions ahead of them.

To contact the Company, navigate to www.yourejustapup.com or contact Millicent
Pitts at 912-257-0209 for Company information or to discuss advertising on the show or

web site. You’ re Just a Pup is a trademark of You’ re Just A Pup tm Media Company.

Guide to Starting a Business in Georgia – by Ben McMakin, SCORE volunteer

GUIDE TO STARTING A BUSINESS IN GEORGIA

The following are suggested steps to take in order to start a business. These steps are being listed in the
sequential order that is suggested you follow:

1. Decide on the business structure or legal entity for your business. Most common forms of business structure are sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), small business corporation or regular corporation. You should discuss the features of each type of legal entity with your legal advisor.

An overview of this topic is available at http://sos.georgia.gov/corporations/
legal_entity.pdf

2. If you decide on a limited liability company, small business corporation or regular corporation, you will need to register your business’ name with the Georgia Secretary of State (SOS) office. Decide on a name for your business and then contact the (404/656-2817) to see if any other entity is using this name. If not, then you can reserve the name by filing a “Name Reservation Request” form with the SOS. There is a $25 nonrefundable fee to reserve a name.

a. You can obtain the reservation request form at http://www.sos.ga.gov/acrobat/
Corporations/name%20reservation%20form%2008.pdf

b. You can reserve your name on line at https://corp.sos.state.ga.us/business/
namereservation/default.aspx?XID=60d57780-f29e-4475-99a8-70189329b00b. A $25 filing fee applies to on-line filings as well.

3. After deciding on your business structure and name for your business, you will need to prepare or have someone prepare your business formation documents. Again, you need to consult with your legal advisor on the types of documents required.

a. An overview of this topic is available at http://www.sos.ga.gov/corporations/ and
http://sos.georgia.gov/corporations/filing_procedures.htm

4. Once the business formation documents have been prepared you need to and file the
appropriate registration form and business formation documents with the SOS.

a. You can file your domestic corporation on-line at
http://www.sos.ga.gov/corporations/new_entity_notice.htm

b. A partnership or limited liability partnership may not be filed on-line.

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5. Contact the local government office, i.e. county office or city hall, etc., in the location where your business will be located to see if you need to register your business. Sole propriortors are not required to register with the state but all other business must register with the state. Partnerships, LLPs, LLCs and all types of corporations may need to register with the local government where their business is located.

6. Apply for a federal Tax Identification Number (TIN) with the IRS. This can be done at no cost. If your business is a sole proprietorship you will use your SSN in lieu of a TIN and thus you do not need to apply for a TIN.

a. You may apply for a TIN on-line at https://sa2.www4.irs.gov/modiein/individual/
index.jsp. The IRS will assign you a number immediately while you are still on-line. Be sure you can access a printer while on-line so that you can print out a copy of your TIN. You can use this TIN as verification of your business when completing other business formation tasks.

b. For other IRS matters go on-lime to http://www.irs.gov/

You will need to submit a “State Tax Registration” application (Form CRF-002) with the State of Georgia to register your business. This will also automatically register you for a Georgia sales tax number and withholding tax number as well as other tax registration numbers that might be applicable for the type of business you will operate.

a. For a list of Georgia tax forms go to https://etax.dor.ga.gov/ctr/formsreg.aspx

b. For instructions on filing Form CRF-002 go to https://etax.dor.ga.gov/ctr/
TSD_State_Tax_Registration_Application_Instructions.pdf

c. To obtain Form CRF-002 go to https://etax.dor.ga.gov/ctr/
TSD_State_Tax_Registration_Application_CRF002.pdf

a. * For assistance call Taxpayer Registration at 877.423.6711 or go to Georgia Department of Revenue at https://etax.dor.ga.gov/

8. Open a bank account in the name of your business. You will need to provide the bank with identify information about yourself, i.e. driver’s license number and SSN, etc., as well as proof that your business has been registered with the city, county or state. SCORE strongly recommends that you keep your business finances separate from your personal finances and thus the need for a business bank account.

9. For other information on starting a business, the Georgia SOS provides many helpful documents
including:

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a. First Stop Business Guide – http://sos.georgia.gov/firststop/default.htm

b. First Stop Business Guide (FAQ) – http://sos.georgia.gov/firststop/faqs.htm

10. The University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has also developed a booklet called “Start-UP Basics” http://www.georgiasbdc.org/pdfs/StartupBasics.pdf. This booklet contains very helpful information and issues to consider for all individuals who are considering starting their own business. The SBDC also has other helpful brochures on their web site http://www.georgiasbdc.org/index.aspx?cart=08610659-2675-4cc5-9c03-
a1acc09d036b&page_name=document_portal.

SCORE
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