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28 SAVANNAHCHAMBER.COM L I V I N G H E R E Be amazed at Bonaventure Cemetery, where Bonaventure Historical Society keeps an eye on one of Savannah's most beautiful spaces. Stroll down an iconic allée of live oaks to visit centuries of history at Wormsloe State Historic Site. 3. Become cultured. From theaters and museums to art enclaves, opportunities abound to be educated and inspired. Transport yourself to another era at the American Prohibition Museum, Pin Point Heritage Museum and the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum. Relive wartime dangers and glories at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force and the Webb Military Museum. Catch impressive contemporary works at the Jepson Center for the Arts. Feast your eyes on cutting-edge modern art installations and breathtak- ing fashion displays at the SCAD Museum of Art or experience the oddities at the Graveface Museum. Build your own priceless collection at one of our unique galleries, like Liquid Sands Glass Gallery, Laney Contemporary or Island Cottage Art Studio and Gallery. Fill your calendar at the Lucas Theatre of the Arts, with everything from live music to vintage movies, or check out the evolving calendar of Victory North, one of our newer concert venues. Craft your own souvenir at Hostess City Hot Glass or create some art at Board + Brush Creative Studio. Discover your hidden talent via classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, or visit some up and coming artists at the local art incubator ARTS Southeast. 4. Yum, yum, get ya some. From classic shrimp and grits to divine ice cream made the old- fashioned way, we consider eating a pastime. Dine on classic Southern fare, whether youre looking for fi ne dining at The Olde Pink House, a home-style experience at Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room or sample some sweet Southern desserts at The Peach Cobbler Factory. Looking for modern and fresh fl avors Head to Shuk Mediterranean for health- ful meals or Fox & Fig Cafe for vegan dishes. The two massive smokestacks on the west end of River Street mark the new Plant Riverside District, where a dozen-plus eateries take you from Africa to Japan to Mexico. Dine under the stars or stroll with food-in-hand as you check out the rooftop bars, shopping and entertainment. Explore the menu and the space at Cohen's Retreat, a renovated historic property that includes a restaurant, Brown Dog Market and event venue. Traffi c in some fun fare at a variety of food trucks. Options rotate at food truck parks in Starland Yard. Or catch one com- ing to a neighborhood near you, like the 5 Spot Food Truck, known to frequent areas like Mayfair, The Park on Olde Town Road and Richmond Hill. Savannah Wine Institute, 208 Wine Bar and Savannah Wine Cellar off er wine tastings that will teach your palate a thing or two about the fi ner things in life. Bring out your own inner chef with les- sons at 700 Kitchen Cooking School or at Chef Darin's Kitchen Table. 5. Enjoy life in a coastal commu- nity. Now that you have Tybee Island in your backyard — just 20 minutes from downtown Savannah — all your friends and family are going to want to come visit. Race to the top of the lighthouse at Tybee Island Light Station and Museum. Reward the winner with a sweet treat from Tybee Sugar Shack on Tybee Island. Explore the Lowcountry from the water with Crab Creek Charters, Georgia Bight Charters, the Savannah Cruise Co. or Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure. Catch the sun or moon rise from the Atlantic after a leisurely stroll on the Tybee Beach Pier. Hang ten, ride your boogie board or soak up some rays (after ample applications of sunscreen) on Tybee Island's beach. 6. Be a true Savannahian. Visitors and locals alike can't get enough of some of these favorites. In early 2022, the new Enmarket Arena made its debut, revitalizing Savannah's Canal District. The 9,500-seat arena attracts major concerts and events — and serves as home ice for Savannah's minor league hockey team, the Savannah Ghost Pirates, an NHLAHL affi liation with the Vegas Golden Knights and their American Hockey League affi liate, the Henderson Silver Knights. Buy your tickets early to catch our favorite baseball team, the Savannah Bananas. And 2023 is the inaugural season of the Savannah Clovers Football Club, bringing professional soccer to the Coastal Empire in a schedule that stretches from April to October. Join one of Savannah's signature events, like the Savannah Music Festival. Check out Page 14 for a list of possibilities and more. A M B E R B L A C K C O U R T E S Y E N M A R K E T A R E N A Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure The Savannah Ghost Pirates at Enmarket Arena

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