Hello Savannah! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: July 4 fireworks, a smuggler’s gambit, and mother son night out + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Logistics network gets bigger: eShipping Distribution Services expanded its network with a new Savannah distribution hub, adding about 161,200 square feet and boosting omnichannel, retail-compliant, and e-commerce fulfillment for faster domestic and international shipments -- see the new logistics hub.
A festive riverfront tradition: Savannah’s Waterfront will host a free July 4 celebration, 6 to 10 p.m., with live music across three riverfront locations and a 9:30 p.m. fireworks show launched from a barge -- read the full event details.
Celebrating family learning: Parent University’s 2026 graduation will be held Saturday, June 27 at Savannah Tech’s Eckburg Auditorium, recognizing parents who completed course hours. The ceremony is free and open to the public -- meet the graduating parents.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick mood upgrade: Forsyth Park is the no-plans, high-payoff move for a midweek reset. This week, grab a coffee, wander under the oaks, people-watch by the fountain, then sprawl on the lawn and remember you live in Savannah, not a Slack channel.
Coastal garden refresh: If your azaleas are throwing shade, Herb Creek Landscape Supply has the plants, soils, and know-how tailored to Savannah’s coastal conditions. Two local spots, friendly pros, and a selection that makes weekend yard work feel less like a chore, more like a victory lap.
Press start this week: Whether you're overdue for pinball therapy or just want to crush Skee-Ball and sip a Boozie Latte, The Portal Arcade, Cafe, and Bar is a clutch midweek reset. Vintage cabinets, pool, and a legit American-style menu mean you can game, snack, and hang without overthinking plans.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚂 June Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum | Wednesday (6/24) at 10:00 AM – Craving a hit of old-school charm that does not eat your whole day? The Georgia State Railroad Museum runs short train rides Wednesdays through Sundays, hourly from morning to midafternoon, first come, first served, which is practice for sharing, patience, and waving at strangers.
🐾 Renegade Paws Rescue @ Savannah Sunset Market | Thursday (6/25) at 4:30 PM – At the Savannah Sunset Market behind the Thompson, Renegade Paws will be out with adoptable dogs doing their best 'take me home' faces. Browse a few stalls, meet pups, learn about adopting, fostering, and volunteering, then pretend you only came for bread at Stevedore.
👩 Mother Son Night Out @ The Melting Pot | Friday (6/26) at 11:00 AM – Trade the drive-thru for skewers at Mother Son Night Out, where cheese and chocolate fondue do the heavy lifting. Any cheese fondue and chocolate fondue for $29.95 for two, add another kid for $12.95. No screens, just laughs, sticky fingers, and prime memory-making.
🛍 Summer Sunshine Junk in the Trunk @ Savannah Arts Academy for Visual and Performing Arts | Saturday (6/27) at 9:00 AM – Ready to turn your junk drawer into someone else’s jackpot? Head to the bus ramp behind Savannah Arts Academy for a free, neighborly swap of books, kitchen goodies, and curios. BYO table or tarp, and please, no mystery pantry cans or orphan couches.
🎲 Rec n Roll @ Retha Mae McCoy Park | Saturday (6/27) at 9:30 AM – Saturday morning calls for a neighborhood cool-down at Retha Mae McCoy Park, where Rec n' Roll rolls in with free waterslides, STEAM tinkering, and treats. Let the kids cannonball into science and sugar while you practice advanced shade-sitting, and call it quality time.
🛼 Skate & Elevate @ W. W. Law | Saturday (6/27) at 2:00 PM – If your knees remember the roller rink but your heart needs a tune-up, roll into the W W Law gym for a free, all-ages monthly skate and mentorship meetup. Safe, positive vibes, steady beats, and neighbors who will cheer your wobbles, not judge them.
🏴 British Occupation: The Smuggler's Gambit @ Wormsloe State Historic Site | Saturday (6/27) – At Fort Wymberly, it is 1779 again, the city fallen, and Redcoats prowling. You join the Liberty Boys to smuggle vital contraband under British noses. Part history lesson, part stealth mission, and exactly the kind of mischief seasoned locals still find irresistible.
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07 — The Savannah report Weather forecastToday — High: 90°F — Low: 75°F — Precip: 7%
Sunny, with a high near 90. Northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 75. East wind 0 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 91°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 5%
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