The Local Lowdown: Top 5 Events Happening Jan 6–12 with Live Like Local’s Renee LaSalle
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Looking for the best ways to live like a local this week? We’ve got you covered! From January 6–12, the Coastal Empire is packed with feel-good fitness, live performances, community gatherings, and free cultural experiences. Let’s count down the Top Five Events you won’t want to miss.
#5 Stretch & Restore – Golden Root Yoga
Date: Saturday, January 10
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Golden Root Yoga, 333 US Hwy 80, Pooler
Ease into your weekend with this slow, feel-good yoga class designed to melt away tension and restore mobility. Enjoy gentle, full-body stretching using supportive props like blocks, straps, foam rollers, and bolsters. The focus is on commonly tight areas—hips, hamstrings, back, and shoulders—so you can customize the intensity to exactly what your body needs.
#4
I Do! I Do!
The Musical – New Oak Theatre
Dates: January 9–11
Time: Showtimes vary
Location: Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328
New Oak Theatre opens its inaugural season with this touching and intimate musical following Michael and Agnes through 50 years of marriage. With music by Harvey Schmidt and book and lyrics by Tom Jones, this heartfelt production beautifully captures love, laughter, and life’s ups and downs.
#3 Ghost Riders Night
Date: Saturday, January 10
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Enmarket Arena, 620 Stiles Ave, Savannah, GA 31415
Saddle up, Savannah! Ghost Riders Night brings western flair and hockey excitement together for one unforgettable evening. Cheer on the Ghost Pirates while soaking up themed fun that’s perfect for fans of all ages.
#2 Free Admission for Locals – SCAD Museum of Art
Date: Sunday, January 11
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd., Savannah
Calling all locals! SCAD MOA offers free admission on the second Sunday of every month for residents of Savannah and surrounding counties, including Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper. It’s the perfect chance to enjoy world-class art right in your backyard.
#1 Local Social at Abrazo
Date: Thursday, January 8
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Abrazo at Rice Hope, 3164 Mulberry Blvd., Port Wentworth, GA
Start the year on a social note! Join the first Local Social of the year as we head to Port Wentworth for an evening of community connection. Each month features a new Savannah-area city and a welcoming local venue.
From relaxing yoga to lively socials and cultural favorites, January 6–12 is full of reasons to get out and explore. Tune in to Live Like Locals Top Five Events with Renee LaSalle and experience the Coastal Empire the way locals do—fun, friendly, and full of heart. See you out there! 🎉
