City of Savannah kicking off 100 days of summer on May 23
The program will start with a free Summer Pool Party at 3 p.m., featuring music by E-93's DJ, food, drinks, games and giveaways.
Each year, City departments work together on the 100 Days of Summer initiative to offer positive and engaging programs that provide youth with meaningful alternatives during the summer months.
This year, Community Services, the Savannah Police Department (SPD), and Savannah Fire Department (SFD) will offer a variety of programs during 100 Days of Summer, including camps, outdoor movie nights, and more.
Community Services programming highlights include:
Summer Youth Employment and Violence Intervention Program
Summer visual and performing arts camps
Summer sports leagues
On May 23, the Sundown Cinema series will host the movie Inside Out 2 at Forest Hills Park at 7:30 p.m. This event was originally scheduled for May 16 but will be moved due to forecasted weather conditions.
SFD will host the annual Camp Ignite in July. This program is a free, all-girls camp designed to introduce participants to careers in the fire service and inspire future leaders.
SPD will host several activities in June, including Juneteenth events, Magic Marc summer shows, and a Citizens Police Academy.
More information on 100 Days of Summer programming can be found here.
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