Nationally acclaimed master storyteller Lorraine Johnson-Coleman will be the guest speaker during Hospice Savannah's annual Tree of Light and Candlelighting ceremony. Johnson-Coleman regularly airs her stories of "just plain folks" on National Public Radio's "Morning Edition," has appeared on the "Oprah" show and been featured in Southern Living magazine.
Information: Beth Logan, Community Relations, (912) 355-2289.
If you go
9th Annual Tree of Light and Candlelighting, Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Drive, Dec. 3, 5 p.m.
Local quilter Mariah Landrum Childs is director of an international cooperative project designed to combine the stitebery craftsmanship of women in Ghana, West Africa, and women of African ancestry in the United States in creating beautiful quilts from traditional African fabrics.
In addition to quilts from this international project, quilts made by 10 local African-American women will be on display. The women meet at Savannah's Wesley Women's Center under Childs' leadership.
Information: Beth Logan, Community Relations, (912) 355-2289.
If you go
Opening reception for African-American Low Country Quilters exhibit, Nov. 4, 3-5 p.m., Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Drive
For most of us, the holiday season is a very special, festive time shared with family and close friends. It is often spent in social gatherings, increased activity and travel. Unfortunately for some, the holidays are not necessarily a joy-filled time. You may be facing your first holiday season without a spouse or loved one, and sad memories may block the spirit of festivity you feel is all around you. Join a Hospice Savannah bereavement counselor to learn techniques to acknowledge these feelings, and learn how to cope with them.
Information: Chris Foley, manager, Bereavement and Counseling Services, (912) 355-2289.
If you go
Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Effingham County Hospital, Springfield, in the Community Room
Dec. 7, 7 p.m., the Fraser Counseling Center, Hinesville
Dec. 19, 6 p.m., Hospice Savannah's administrative annex, 7412 Seawright Drive,
