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January 31, 2019, City Council Regular Meeting
Title
4. A Formal Invitation to the Mayor and Alderman to Attend the 30th Annual Savannah Black Heritage Festival
Strategic Priority
Neighborhood Revitalization
Description

Shirley B. James, the Savannah Black Heritage Festival Coordinator, and other committee members will be in attendance to formally invite the Mayor and Aldermen to attend this years festivities.  The fesitval will take place between February 2, 2019 and February 22, 2019.  A calendar of events is attached.  

“Celebrating 30 Years of Black History, Culture and Art”

Each year the Savannah Black Heritage Festival presents activities for every age and interest this is an annual event based in Savannah, Georgia. Cultural education and exposure to the performing and visual arts, as well as ethnic cuisine, crafts, fun and family are emphasized throughout the celebration. Great music of every genre, dance performances, national and regional recording artists, local youth talent showcases, historic tours, visual art exhibitions by internationally acclaimed and local artists and sculptors, the W.W. Law Lecture Series, spoken word and dramatic productions are all included on the schedule. In addition, educational opportunities are provided through a health and wellness fair, culinary arts activities and youth programs. 

Information can be found at www.savannahblackheritagefestival.com.  All festival events and activities are open to the public.

 

Recommendation

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Contact
Eddie DeLoach, Mayor of Savannah
Financial Impact
N/A
Review Comments
Attachments
2019 Black Heritage Festival Schedule.pdf
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