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Hey Savannah, hope your week’s off to a good start! Film production rebates, a free A24 advance screening, a book festival, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Production comeback gains momentum: Savannah Regional Film Commission announced rebates to lure productions back. Projects over $1 million can get $100,000, bonuses for local hires, with shoots booked through the first half of 2026 — read the full story.
Art with a purpose: A Tybee Island artist brings fishing to the canvas with Gyotaku fish prints, partnering with Lowcountry Grit on new designs that benefit Savannah’s Gray’s Reef Ocean Discovery Center — learn how proceeds help Gray’s Reef.
Georgia ports strengthen standing: Savannah’s port led U.S. cotton shipments in fiscal 2025, handling 37 percent of exports as demand grew in the Indian subcontinent and Mediterranean, thanks to strong connectivity, affordability, and timing — get the full port breakdown.
Electric cranes headline inland hub: Georgia Ports says the Blue Ridge Connector is 95 percent complete and will open later this year, aiming to cut long-haul truck trips, reduce emissions, and boost jobs across Georgia — get all the details.
Gold and silver are (still) on fire: Gold’s strong run continues, and silver is outperforming nearly every major asset class in the last year. With demand rising and supply tight, precious metals offer the right combination of market hedge and growth. Augusta Precious Metals is a great way to invest in gold because you can just roll over part of your retirement account into their gold and silver IRAs. Curious to learn more about it? Grab their free guide here.
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One pet emergency can easily cost $7,000+ but pet insurance helps ease the financial and emotional burden. It’s something I wish I’d had after spending $10k on last-minute surgery for my cat (her name is Miss Stache). I learned my lesson and signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🫶 We got your back
Evening language learning opportunity: Free English for Speakers of Other Languages classes for SCCPSS parents and families are underway this semester. Sessions meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 PM at Southwest Middle School, 6030 Ogeechee Road. The district’s clear bag policy applies. See schedule and location details.
Guidance through tax season: Free tax prep is available in Savannah at St. Mary’s Community Center for individuals and families earning under $80,000. St. Joseph’s Candler is running the program. Sessions are offered on specific days and times throughout the year, helpful if filing feels overwhelming. See when and where offered.
Cheesy comfort fix: Creamy, gooey mac and cheese at Sisters of the New South tastes like Sunday dinner minus the sink full of dishes. Pair it with fried chicken or oxtails, then swear it’s your last bite… until it isn’t. A weeknight staple for Savannah locals.
Closet upgrade, solved: Whether your closet needs a quick lift or a full reset, Harper Boutique has the effortless-savvy mix: feminine silhouettes, easy staples, and shoes that somehow match everything. Wander in, and leave with that pulled-together, not-trying vibe Savannah days demand.
A smart way to save on big purchases: When costs hit the tens of thousands, credit card and personal loan interest racks up fast. A HELOC lets you tap into your home’s equity as a flexible line of credit at a lower rate… all without refinancing your mortgage. I’ve been looking into this myself, and Figure’s HELOC stood out for its 100% online application, no in-person appraisal, and quick access to cash.
Your neighbors are Googling you:It’s an uncomfortable thought, but people search names all the time — employers, new friends, other parents at school pickup. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up on the first page, it can shape how people see you before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so the first impression you make actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s not your name, you can help a friend or family member with that too.
Get clarity on financial decisions: Managing retirement, taxes, and investments alone can feel overwhelming, especially during big life transitions. Financial advisors provide holistic guidance, help reduce risk, and keep emotions away from costly decisions. I found a tool called Unbiased that matches you with the right financial advisor based on your personal situation so you can get a second opinion… it never hurts.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🎬 Pillion: Advance Screening @ Lucas Theatre For the Arts | Wednesday (2/4) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats a free A24 advance screening, especially when it’s a wild, tender ride about a timid traffic warden and a gay motorcycle gang’s Adonis-in-chief. Pillion promises R-rated sparks, awkward charm, and real-deal heart. Grab a seat, bring your curiosity, leave the kids.
📚 Savannah Book Festival @ Telfair Square | Thursday (2/5) at 7:00 PM – Savannah Book Festival is filling downtown with stories, smart conversation, and that new-book smell, and it’s free. It’s a yearly reminder that words still matter, improving the human experience and our small talk. Bring curiosity, leave with a longer reading list.
👗 Goodwill Formal Wear Popup Boutique @ The Vault Boutique | Friday (2/6) at 9:00 AM – Goodwill is popping up at The Vault on Habersham with racks of pre-owned wedding gowns, prom and bridesmaid dresses, and accessories, priced so you can afford oysters after. Scoop something stunning, feel virtuous, and fund local job services; military gets 10% off.
This weekend
📚 Free Festival Saturday @ Telfair Square, Savannah, GA, United States, Georgia 31401 | Saturday (2/7) at 9:00 AM – Grab your tote and roam downtown Savannah as 35-plus authors take over historic churches and sleek venues for a free day of talks, panels, and Q&As. No tickets, just stories, food trucks, and signed books to pad your TBR with zero guilt.
🥁 2026 Colonial Faire & Muster @ Wormsloe State Historic Site | Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 AM – Swap your weekend errands for tricorn hats and tall tales at Wormsloe, where the Georgia Historical Society turns eighteenth-century Georgia into a living set. Think costumed interpreters, drills, and hands-on history under that oak tunnel, minus the corny theme-park vibe.
🛍 The Retro Room Vintage Market @ The Clyde Market | Sunday (2/8) at 9:00 AM – Clear some trunk space, then wander to The Clyde Market for Retro Room’s Vintage Market, packed with curated finds, handmade treasures, and unapologetic nostalgia. Hunt the vinyl you swore you did not need, meet makers, and call it community therapy that also decorates your house.
☘ 2026 Savannah Irish Festival @ Alee Shriners / Alee Temple | Sunday (2/8) at 11:00 AM – Consider this your pre-March warm-up: the Savannah Irish Festival is back at the Alee Temple for its 32nd year, bigger than your cousin’s parade hangover. Expect trad music, step dancing, storytelling, proper pints, hearty bites, and enough craic to last till spring.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Savannah report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 2 to 8 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. South wind around 7 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 75%
Rain showers after 7am. Cloudy, with a high near 58. Southwest wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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