The Newsletter of First City Network — Georgia’s oldest LGBT organization. Founded 1985Volume 32, Issue 3 • December 2017

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In This IssueChairman’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3FCN Ads Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4November Social . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Mark Your Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Founders Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

LGBT Center Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Get Centered Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6LGBT Center Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Holiday First Saturday Social . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Trans Survey Participants Needed . . .8

World AIDS Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Movie Night at The Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9LGBT Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Upcoming Socials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2018 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade: January 15, 2018By Michael Ploski

First City Network has participated in this parade for over 20 years. This year will be the first that we will have an actual float. First City Network’s theme will be a thank you to Dr. King for promoting equality for all.

The parade stages on the many side streets between East Broad and Price Streets (exact location will be posted on our website and Facebook pages a few days before the parade).

Anyone interested in helping to design our float should contact me at Chairman@firstcitynetwork.org (include Float Design as the subject line. Assembly of the float on the morning of the parade and riding in the parade will be a fun event for all to participate in.

If you would like to help assemble the float and/or ride in the parade please contact me at chairman@firstcitynetwork.org with assemble ride as the subject line.

Look forward to seeing everyone there.

Savannah Pride 2017By Sean Brandon

On October 28th thousands of people came out to Ellis Square for Savannah Pride. Pride this year featured a number of changes designed to enhance the experience and create a more public presence for the celebration. “This is the first year in Ellis Square,” said Regan Drake, executive director of Savannah Pride. “Here, we are available to everyone and right in the heart of the city. We have the support of the city and our business partners, and it’s been great. And everyone is of course welcome to pride” he said. The Event in Ellis Square capped three days of events that included a masquerade ball at the Mansion on Forsyth and a fundraising gala for the LGBT Center that raised over $20,000. Those proceeds will go toward operations and programming at the center. continued on page 3

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSChair Michael Ploski

Vice-Chairman Chris AppleTreasurer Paul HigginsSecretary Michael O’Halloran

Chris Apple James FarringerLynn Bowling Jon KeslerSean Brandon Tim Moore

Manzana “Apple” Bryant Philip TraderClinton Edminster

The First City Network Board of Directors meets on the first Monday of every month at 6:30 in the Board Room at the LGBT Center at 1515 Bull St. All members are welcome.

NEXT BOARD MEETINGThe next meeting will be December 4th.

First City Network, Inc. is a local, private, non-profit community service organization chartered in 1985 by concerned citizens seeking a gay and lesbian positive community. The mission of First City Network (FCN) is to enhance and sustain the well-being of LGBT individuals and their allies by providing educational, social, and health-related activities, programs, and services. FCN will serve as an essential resource; advocating for civil and human rights; and supporting, promoting and embracing the cultural diversity that connects us into one community.

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Chairman’s MessageBy Michael Ploski

As we approach the end of the year we find it is time:A time to reflect on the year behind us.A time to give thanks for all we have.A time to give thanks for all we have accomplished.A time to share with friends and family.A time to help those in need.A time to thank those who have helped us.A time to plan for the year ahead.

I wish you all Happy Holidays and a Wonderful New Year.

As always, I end with:Be Safe, Be Strong, Be Happy.Be yourself, Be Proud of who you are.Don’t tolerate bigotry and hatred.Respect others and their opinions.Resist and work together for what is right.

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SAVANNAH PRIDE 2017

The Ellis Square celebration culminated in a performance by Grammy award winning singer and actress Estelle. Pride also featured a drag queen led trolley tour of downtown thanks to members of the house of Gunt. Later that evening the Pride after party was hosted by Ghost Coast Distillery and featured a number of impressive costumes worn by revelers.

Savannah Pride has said that given the success of the Ellis Square location this will be the location of Pride for the foreseeable future.

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November SocialBy Jon Kesler. Photography by Billy Wooten.

This month’s social was hosted by Ghost Coast Distillery in the old Loading Dock building. With a DJ playing, the staff was on key mixing drinks, selling souvenirs, and guiding tours of the Distillery. There were many new faces as well as faces we have not seen in a while. Our normal potluck was allowed, however many opted to give the $5 donation. As a reminder, please remember that for monthly socials we ask that a dish, drink, or $5 is given.

MARK YOUR CALENDARA listing of LGBT-related events hosted by local non-profits

LGBT CENTER HOURSMonday afteroon: Closed; Tuesday – Friday afternoon: 1pm – 5p.

FAMILY GUYS & GALS BOWLINGThursdays at 7pm, AMF Bowling Lanes, 115 Tibet Ave. on Savannah’s Southside, Lanes 47 – 50

STAND OUT YOUTH’S DISCUSSION GROUPSEvery Friday, 7 – 9pm, 1020 Abercorn St. Savannah, GA 31401Visit savannahstandoutyouth.org for more info.

PHOENIX PROJECT’S “REAL TALK”for the MSM CommunityEvery first & third Monday of the month from 4 – 5pmChatham Care Center Lecture Room, 107 Fahm St.

FREE HIV TESTINGTuesdays – Fridays from 9 – 11am & 2 – 4pmPhoenix Project, 525 East 34th St., Savannah

Gold, Frankincense, & A Darling Little Pair of Cha-Cha Heels!By FCN Member

Just when you thought that January would be the calm after the holiday storm, along comes the FCN January First Saturday Social. The Social, which occurs on January 6th, will be hosted by Melvin and Billy at their southside “estate” at 12 Arabica Lane in the Coffee Pointe community. January 6 is known to some as Three Kings Day, or The Feast of the Three Kings, or Epiphany; granny used to call it “Old Christmas.” And The 12 Days of Christmas come to a celebratory end on the 12 Night, which, you guessed it, is January 6. For many the holiday season does not officially come to an end until then. Rumor has it the FCN version of this ancient celebration could well become Three QUEENS Day, who knows. But what we do know is you do not want to miss this once-a-year party that will kick off a great 2018 for the LGBT community in Savannah.

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The following have joined the Founders Circle as of August 2017VISIONARY ($25,000+)Kem Highfill & Richard Rehm

EXECUTIVE ($10,000 – $24,999)Austin Hill

LEADER ($5,000 – $9,999)Chris AppleJusak Y. Bernhard & Jeffrey ManleyCharles Steubing & Stoney JohnsonPaula & Glenn Wallace

CHAMPION ($2,500 – $4,999)Travis Harold Coles/Club 1Lloyd Dosier & David SimsC. Robert Freidman & Vernon MosheimJon Kesler & Donovan ChassereauBilly Wooten & Melvin Hutcheson

SUPPORTER ($1,000 – $2,499)

Jim Ashman & Jamey Espina

Mark Bennett & Thomas Macaulay

Lynn Bowling

Robert Bush

Cohen Dental Center/Scott Cohen

Jim Daly & Donell Redd

Don Callahan Real Estate Group

Mark Fishel

Bobby Glenn

Richard Gourley & Robin Crockett

Mark Hill & Mark Lee

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Pam Miller

James Maury & Daniel Snyder III

Julian Mathis & Garry Davis

Ron Melander

Tim Moore

Mike Ploski & Philip LePage

Service Brewing

Michael Solomon

Jonathan Stalcup & Eric Chin

John Stern

Patrick Sorge

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Founders CircleThe Founders Circle was created by First City Network to honor the generosity of our LGBT Community Center major donors—the Center’s founders. Members of this giving society will be commemorated within the walls of the Center in perpetuity. Thanks to these dedicated donors, and those who join them in the future, our dream of a community center will persevere.

WISH LISTFOR LGBT CENTER

Copier Paper, Trash Bags, Paper Towels, Paper Plates,

Cups, Plastic Utensils

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Get Centered Reception & Fundraiser A Big SuccessBy Billy Wooten

The swanky and ever-popular Andaz in downtown Savannah was the site for a very successful fundraiser for Savannah’s LGBT Center. The event, held on Friday night before the Pride celebration, was sponsored by Savannah Pride and proudly hosted by Mark Bennett & Thomas Macauley, Eric Chin & Jonathan Stalcup, Bobby Glenn, and Lisa Sweeny & Jill Simon. In addition to fine food and an assortment of wines, there was a very successful silent auction including art from the ROYGBIV Show at The Center, several hotel getaways, a yacht cruise, a chef-prepared dinner with wine pairings, and numerous gift cards. According to Fundraising Chair, Lynn Bowling, the event was very successful. “The auction was very profitable and donations are still coming in,” said Bowling, “and once tallied I’m sure the event will be a rousing (and financial) success. We appreciate our sponsor and the hosts for their energy and dedication.”

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LGBT Center Programming Schedule Monday: Closed

Tuesday – Friday: 1pm – 5pm

Drop in, watch television, use the WiFi, complete your homework, visit with friends, enjoy water or a soft drink. IT'S YOUR CENTER; USE IT.

Fri Dec 1

3:00pm – 5:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Mental Health Clinic 4:00pm – 5:00pm World AIDS day Event5:00pm – 7:00pm Art Show - Gallery7:00pm – 8:30pm Stand Out Youth - 1020 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401 7:00pm – 9:00pm TEE Meeting - Board Room

Sat Dec 2 7:00pm – 10:00pm FCN Holiday Social - Savannah LGBT CenterSun Dec 3 12:00pm – 2:00pm SCAD Transgender Meeting

Mon Dec 46:30pm – 8:00pm Savannah Pride Meeting - Board Room 6:30pm – 8:00pm FCN Board Meeting - Board Room

Tue Dec 55:00pm – 7:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Health Suite 7:00pm – 8:00pm AA: Club 12 - Board Room

Fri Dec 8

3:00pm – 5:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Mental Health Clinic 4:00pm – 5:00pm Family and Friends of the Transgender Community - Board Room 7:00pm – 8:30pm Stand Out Youth - 1020 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401 7:00pm – 9:00pm TEE Meeting - Board Room

Sat Dec 9

10:00am – 11:00am Staying Positive - HIV Support Group - Board Room 10:00am – 11:30am Bi - Local

2:30pm – 5:30pm TRANScending Barriers 6:00pm – 7:00pm No Guru/No Teacher: Silent Meditation - Board Room 8:00pm – 9:00pm AA: Club12 - Board

Sun Dec 10 12:00pm – 2:00pm SCAD Transgender Meeting Mon Dec 11 6:30pm – 8:00pm Savannah Pride Meeting - Board Room

Tue Dec 125:00pm – 7:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Health Suite 7:00pm – 8:00pm AA: Club 12 - Board Room

Fri Dec 153:00pm – 5:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Mental Health Clinic 7:00pm – 8:30pm Stand Out Youth - 1020 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401 7:00pm – 9:00pm TEE Meeting - Board Room

Sat Dec 166:00pm – 7:00pm No Guru/No Teacher: Silent Meditation - Board Room 8:00pm – 9:00pm AA: Club12 - Board

Sun Dec 17, 2017 12:00pm – 2:00pm SCAD Transgender Meeting Mon Dec 18, 2017 6:30pm – 8:00pm Savannah Pride Meeting - Board Room

Tue Dec 19, 20175:00pm – 7:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Health Suite 7:00pm – 8:00pm AA: Club 12 - Board Room

Fri Dec 22, 20177:00pm – 8:30pm Stand Out Youth - 1020 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401 7:00pm – 9:00pm TEE Meeting - Board Room

Sat Dec 23, 201710:00am – 11:00am Staying Positive - HIV Support Group - Board Room

6:00pm – 7:00pm No Guru/No Teacher: Silent Meditation - Board Room 8:00pm – 9:00pm AA: Club12 - Board

Sun Dec 24, 2017 12:00pm – 2:00pm SCAD Transgender Meeting Mon Dec 25, 2017 6:30pm – 8:00pm Savannah Pride Meeting - Board Room

Tue Dec 26, 20175:00pm – 7:00pm Walk-In Mental Health Clinic - Health Suite 7:00pm – 8:00pm AA: Club 12 - Board Room

Fri Dec 29, 20177:00pm – 8:30pm Stand Out Youth - 1020 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401 7:00pm – 9:00pm TEE Meeting - Board Room

Sat Dec 30, 20176:00pm – 7:00pm No Guru/No Teacher: Silent Meditation - Board Room 8:00pm – 9:00pm AA: Club12 - Board

Sun Dec 31, 2017 12:00pm – 2:00pm SCAD Transgender Meeting

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Participants Needed For Trans Survey

By Billy Wooten

On Saturday afternoon, December 9th, from 2:30 – 5:30, at The LGBT Center, the TRANScending Barriers organization will be conducting surveys with the transgender and gender non conforming community here in Savannah. The survey questions are centered around the experiences of transgender and gender non conforming people in Georgia. The survey will be used to compile data for analysis in determining the necessities for the community, recognizing the gaps and delays in the trans-specific direct services from present organizations, and for the purpose of structuring our future programs.

Participants will be provided gift cards or gift bags as an incentive for participating in the survey.

Holiday First Saturday Social at The Center

By Billy Wooten

Plan to begin the holidays with FCN at The LGBT Center. On Saturday December 2nd, the Center will host the FCN First Saturday Social, featuring festive live music, decorating a holiday tree, enjoying food and various adult beverages, and maybe even a visit from a big fat man with a long white beard!

We need your help with the tree; if you have extra ornaments, especially if they are “gay” themed, please bring them and add to our decorations. We will also again accept contributions of canned and boxed food for the Thomas Park Food Pantry. The Center is in the Thomas Park District so we are now neighbors! Please bring a donation of rice (small bags), dried beans, powdered milk, canned meat, canned fruit, canned vegetables and hearty soups.

So HO, HO, HO and see you on December 2nd.

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World AIDS DayBy Billy Wooten

World AIDS Day, first held in 1988, is on the 1st of December each year. The Savannah LGBT Center will host World AIDS Day: Remembrance, Reflection, & Resilience on Friday December 1st at 4pm. It is an opportunity for people in our community to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate loved ones who have died. The service will be led by The LGBT Center’s pastoral group, consisting of faith leaders from various congregations.

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Movie Night at The Center Set for December 17by Max Arnzen

Lauded as one of the best films of 2015, our holiday screening focuses on a transgender prostitute recently released from prison. Ready to return to work, she has to deal with the unsettling information that her boyfriend-pimp is now seeing someone else (a cisgender woman, no less!). The following pursuit throughout the cityscape of Los Angeles is at times heartbreaking and extremely hilarious. But what does it have to do with Christmas time? Well, you’ll have to come to the screening to find out. At parts nouvelle-vague and Italian neorealism, the film was made using three iPhone 5s and director Sean Baker treats his subjects with almost documentary-like objectiveness, allowing the trans actors to bring forth the feelings and the drama - which they do with stunning precision. As much fun as the film is, it still hits hard on the topics of sex work and the necessity for transgender women of color to find financial stability in a society where they are discriminated against. I hope you’ll join us in celebrating

these strong characters Sunday, December 17th at the LGBT Center at 7PM.

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ARTS & ANTIQUESLocation Gallery Peter Roberts 417 Whitaker St. Savannah, GA 31401

COLLEGE ORGANIZATIONSArmstrong Gay Straight Alliance Emily Bressler (478) 787-7599 Charles L. Breazeale III cb7769@stu.armstrong.edu

Georgia Southern Gay Straight Alliance Parrish Turner (912) 531-8326 pt00577@georgiasouthern.edu

SCAD Queer & Allies (Q&A) Krista Harberson (912) 661-0388 qaa@scad.edu

COUNSELING & PSYCHOTHERAPYKaren Abato ATR-BC LCAT Art Psychotherapist (912) 220-0071

Kelly Michaud, LPC, MAC, CPCS Specializes in working with the gender variant population, providing letters and referrals for hormone therapy and surgery. 912-508-1223 michaudcounseling@gmail.com

Steve Knight, LCSW Whole Health Bluffton Counseling 110 Traders Cross Suite 101 Bluffton, SC 29909 (843)290-3993

DENTAL SERVICESCohen Dental Center 835 East 65th St Ste 108 Savannah, GA 31405

ENTERTAINMENTSavannah Theatre 222 Bull Street Savannah, GA 31401

FINANCIAL SERVICESBrouillette & Cowan 806 East 67th St, Ste B Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 354-2262

FUNERAL SERVICESAdams Funeral Services 510 Stephenson Ave Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 354-6260

FURNITURE STORESSit & Sleep Mattress 30 West Montgomery Cross Rd Savannah, GA 31406

GAMES & BOWLINGAMF Savannah Lanes 115 Tibet Ave Savannah, GA 31406

Family Guys & Gals Bowling Thursday 7pm, Lanes 47–50 AMF Savannah Lanes 115 Tibet Ave Savannah, GA 31406

GROCERYBrighter Day Natural Foods Organic foods books and more 1102 Bull St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 236-4703

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICESAssisted Recovery Center of Georgia 7722 Waters Ave (912) 352-2425

Chatham CARE Center 107 B Fahm St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 651-2253

Georgia AIDS Coalition (GAC) P.O. Box 1258 Snellville, GA 30078 (404) 870-0082 georgiaaids.org

Hospice Savannah Inc. Homecare & Hospice House 1352 Eisenhower Dr Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 355-2289

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police LGBT Liason Officer Star Corporal Tracy Walden 201 Habersham St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 651-6653 twalden@savannahga.gov

Phoenix Project (HIV/AIDS) of Union Mission Rhonda D. Harris MPH MS 525 E 34th St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 231-0123 x1410

HOME SERVICESTimothy Burkett Interiors Timothy Burkett (912) 308-6373

INSURANCEThe Bush Agency Nationwide Insurance Mitchell Bush 340 Eisenhower Dr Bldg 300 #A Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 356-0266

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LEGAL SERVICESBotham Consulting Services (WOC Nursing Content Legal Services) P.O. Box 21989 Charleston, SC 29413 (843) 743-9989

Georgia Legal Services Project Robert W. Bush 6602 Abercorn St #203 Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 651-2180 rbush@glsp.org

The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire Lee Robbins (912) 354-668 lrobbins@mediationsavannah.com

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Holly Hadfield Aguillar 7391 Hodgson Memorial Dr #200 Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 920-4274

LGBT ORGANIZATIONSGeorgia Equality Project Billy Wooten 12 Arabica Ln Savannah, GA (912) 547-4543

Savannah Pride Inc. Regan Drake P.O. Box 6044 Savannah, GA 31404 info@savannahpride.com savannahpride.com

Stand Out Youth Cole Byars 2217 Lorraine Ct Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 288-1034 savannahstandoutyouth@gmail.com savannahstandoutyouth.org

TEE (Transgender Empowerment Education) Ms. Evonia Pollard & Ms. Manzana Bryant, Founders P.O. Box 5746 Savannah, GA 31414 (912) 604-2004 / (912) 433-6944 teetiacem@gmail.com teetiacem.wixsite.com/acem

Transcendents Unity Church of Savannah 2320 Sunset Blvd Savannah, GA 31404

LODGINGTybee Vacation Rentals Dusty Church (912) 786-5953 dchurch@tybeevacationrentals.com

MARKETING SERVICESSavannah Master Calendar Scott West & Marianne Ganem-Poppell (912) 509-4922 / (912) 224-4869 savannahmastercalendar@gmail.com savannahmastercalendar.com

NIGHTLIFEChuck’s Bar 301 W River St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 232-1005

Club One 1 Jefferson St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 232-0200

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PET SERVICESSave-A-Life Julie (912) 354-7357

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICESAngel Hernandez (912) 314-3309 sav.angelh@gmail.com

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PHYSICAL THERAPYSkidaway Family Chiropractic Center 5704 Skidaway Rd Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 356-5886

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PRINTINGCreative Approach 408 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Savannah , GA 31401 (912) 233-8300 mycreativeapproach.com

REAL ESTATE & MORTGAGEAustin Hill Realty LLC 417 Whitaker St. Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 354-2100

Pinnacle Realty Solutions Rich Brown 7025 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Suite B Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 667-2867

Realty Executives Coastal Empire Carl Knudsen, Realtor 231 Stephenson Ave (912) 355-5557 carlknudsen@realtyexecutives.com

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Bella Napoli 18 E State St Savannah, GA 31401

Byrd Cookie Company 6700 Waters Ave Savannah, GA 31406

Crystal Beer Parlor 301 W Jones St Savannah, GA 31401

Cuoco Pazzo Cucina Italiana 606 Abercorn St Savannah, GA 31401

Decadence Delivered Jill Simon 912-655-3196

Little Italy 138 Johnny Mercer Blvd Savannah, GA

Local 11 Ten 1110 Bull St Savannah, GA 31401

Service Brewing 574 Indian St Savannah, GA 31401

Six Pence Pub 245 Bull St Savannah, GA 31401

Soho South Café 12 W Liberty St Savannah, GA 31401

Terra Mia 1009 US Hwy. 80 E Savannah, GA

The Artillery 307 Bull St Savannah, GA 31401

The Public 1 W Liberty St Savannah, GA 31401

SPAS & SALONSSpa Bleu 101 Bull St Savannah, GA 31401

WEB DESIGNKenkel Design Graphic Design & Web Development (912) 373-6377 howdy@kenkeldesign.com kenkeldesign.com

WORSHIP SERVICESAgape Empowerment Ministries 703D Louisville Rd Savannah, GA 31401 agapeempowerment.com

Asbury Memorial UMC 1008 E Henry St (912) 233-4351

Center for Spiritual Living 2520 Bonaventure Rd Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 335-1905

Congregation Mickve Israel 20 E Gordon St (912) 233-1547

Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 51 Wilmington Island Rd Savannah, GA 31410 (912) 897-1133

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 2716 Mechanics Ave Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 354-6815

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 34th & Abercorn (912) 232-0274

Trinity Church 225 W. President St Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 233-4766

Unitarian Universalist Church 313 E Harris St (912) 234-0980

Unitarian Universalist of Statesboro 609 E Grady St Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 489-8338

Unity Church of Savannah 2320 Sunset Blvd Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 355-4704

P.O. BOX 2442SAVANNAH, GA 31402

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Upcoming SocialsFirst Saturday Socials are from 7:00pm – 10:00pm

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For more information or to host a First Saturday Social, please email us at social@firstcitynetwork.org.

DECEMBER 2, 2017Savannah LGBT Center1515 Bull St

JANUARY 6, 2018Billy Wooten & Melvin Hutcheson12 Arabica Ln

FEBRUARY 6, 2018TBD