Savannah Happenings: July 21-27

By Lila Miller

FEELING hot, hot, hot. I don’t know how much more Summer I can take. This weather has me feeling like an inside cat. Alas, there’s always somewhere to be and people to see. Stay cool with some of these events this week! If you’d like your event featured email Lilamilermedia@gmail.com. Stay cool y’all! 

Mon. July 21

Open Mic Night with the Poetry Co-op 

Want to try out some poetry and embrace your feelings? Join the poetry open mic night this Monday and every Monday at Water Witch. All levels of poets from literary to just starting out are welcome to join. Follow Instagram @ thepoetryco.op for more information. Free. 6:30 p.m. Water Witch, 2220 Bull St. 

Service Industry Mondays at the Cabana Club 

In the service industry and wanna cool off? Head to the Alida pool and get 30% off your bill plus a discounted poolside lounger to soak up the good vibes. Grab your Day Pass by using the code "Service2025" at checkout on the website and make sure to bring proof of employment! Free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The Alida, 412 Williamson St. 

Tue. July 22

Turtle Tuesdays at the Aquarium 

Every Tuesday throughout June and July, visitors to the UGA Aquarium will have special opportunities to see ambassador turtles up close during feeding, sunning, or soaking sessions! Get a special look at animal husbandry in action as diamondback terrapins, box turtles, spotted turtles, and more enjoy their essential care routines. Don’t miss these unique moments to observe and learn about these incredible reptiles! All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Included with tickets, adults $7, children, senior and college students $5. 10-10:30 a.m. UGA Aquarium, 30 Ocean Science Circle. 

Wed. July 23

Midtown Farmers Market 

Come check out the new midweek farmer’s market, now moved to pizzeria and brewery Hop Atomica. Vendors include farmers with local fruits and veggies, local honey, local meats and seafood and more. Farmer run, locally-grown, built for neighbors. Free. Food prices vary. 3-7 p.m. Daffin Park.

Yoga in the Park 

Yoga in the park! Get your stretch on with free yoga in the park this and every Wednesday with instructor Danette “Dani B.” Bauer. Each class is sixty minutes, and open to all skill levels, with breathwork, inclusive language, physical modifications. Bring a mat, water, make a new friend. Class sponsored by Collins Quarter, behind their building, on the north side, in Forsyth Park. *double check this class has not moved virtually due to weather at @danibyoga on Instagram for the link! Free. 6 p.m. Forsyth Park. 

Thu. July 24

“333” Art Exhibition Opening Reception 

"How does our art help us navigate challenging times, and how do challenging times influence our art?" Join Gallery 2424 for the opening reception of '333' to see how three Savannah painters with three distinct styles use three specific color palettes and explore how their artistic practice can strengthen community, be a form of resistance, a commentary on current times, and a way to process emotion, featuring the works of Isak Dove, Maxx Feist and Adrienne Berkland. Free. 5-9 p.m. Gallery 2424, 2424 Drayton St. 

Postcards from the Movies: Rear Window 

Hit the streets of the Big Apple with one of the master of suspense's most brilliant works: a witty wonder of nerve-shredding thrills and a technical tour de force. Confined to his West Village apartment with little to do except make goo-goo eyes at Grace Kelly (some guys have all the luck), Jimmy Stewart plays a wheelchair-bound photographer who keeps busy in the sweltering summer heat by observing the private dramas of his neighbors, only to become convinced that one of them has committed murder. With razor-sharp direction and radiant performances, Hitchcock turns voyeurism into high art in this gripping tale of suspicion, obsession, and the secrets we keep behind closed doors. $5 for students, seniors, and military; and $8 for the general public. 7 p.m. Trustees Theatre, 216 E. Broughton St.

Yogic Meditation 

This group is hosted by Carmen and focuses on Yogic style meditation. All participants have the option of a chair or a mat and bolster to sit on, but feel free to bring a zafu/zabutan if you have one you like to use! All spiritual practice, across all religions, starts with some form of meditation! Each session begins with a short talk on Yoga Philosophy, an explanation of the techniques, then have 10-20 minutes of practice together. All levels are encouraged to come, and chairs will be available. Tickets not required, $5 donation encouraged, but no one turned away due to lack of funds. 6-7 p.m. Cosmic Corner, 305 E. 38th St. 

Fri. July 25

A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Assembly of Phantasms 

Using their traditional mix of cabaret style performances with literary text, The Assembly of Phantasms takes on Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream. In Shakespeare’s classic comedy, we delve into the heated relationship of Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairies, and what happens when they collide with the human realm. Through spellbinding performances of song, drag, and burlesque, The Assembly of Phantasms brings to life the fantastical fairy world. Two night show, the 25th and the 26th. 21 and up. General admission $20. Friday: Doors at 7:30, Show at 8 p.m. Saturday: Doors at 5:30, show at 6 p.m. Club One, 1 Jefferson St. 

Sat. July 26

Forsyth Farmers Market 

Shop local from farmers you can trust! Find your fruits and vegetables with peace of mind from local farmers. Hit up the Forsyth Farmers Market for your local fresh produce and goods from rotating farms and vendors. Be prepared to see everyone you know and their mother-in-law. Get some flowers along the way. Year round. Free. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Forsyth Park. 

Sun. July 27

Puff Puff Splash Pool Party 

Hang out at Starland Square every Sunday in July and August and enjoy swimming in inflatable pools, hot dogs, boiled peanuts, hemp mocktails and shots, games, poolside portraits by Chateau Nono, vintage swimsuits at Meaningful Boutique, summer candles from Wild Root, and resort accessories from Tribe and Temple. Free, drink and food costs vary. 12-6 p.m. One for the Road, Starland Square, 101 W. 41st St. 

Food Not Bombs in Savannah 

Into mutual aid, cooking, and sharing meals? People could use a good meal now more than ever. Check out the Savannah chapter of Food Not Bombs, an organization that serves food to all who want or need a decent meal. Interested in more mutual aid events? Check out @hostesscitymutualaid on Instagram. Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Wells Park.