Hello and happy holidays! I don’t know about you, but for me this year really flew by. With 2023 not even two weeks away, now’s the time to start getting your New Year’s Eve plans together. If you plan to be in the Hostess City for New Year’s, you’ll enjoy this week’s newsletter (hopefully, you’ll still find some useful info here even if you’re traveling). Here’s a breakdown of NYE happenings as well as some helpful tips for this most wonderful time of the year:

1. Victory North is closing out 2022 with two awesome concerts. 

2. No NYE plans? Head to one of these holiday shindigs. 

3. If you usually quit your New Year’s resolutions by February, this one’s for you.

4. Don’t let the winter weather dry out your skin. Keep glowing with these beauty tips. 

Find more details down below, and thanks as always for reading The Low!

— Chantel

Victory North, one of Savannah’s premier entertainment venues, is ending the year with two riveting live performances. On Dec. 30 at 8 p.m., Victory North is presenting Electric Avenue – The 80’s MTV Experience. The talented tribute band will take concert goers on a musical journey spanning both sides of 1985, breathing new life into New Wave and ‘80s hits. It’s expected to be an electrifying night that’ll transport you back to the energetic, youthful, carefree days of the ‘80s. Totally tubular! 

Following on Dec. 31 at 7 p.m., Victory North will host a New Year’s Eve party featuring Savannah favorite Funk You along with special guest The Orange Constant. A collection of nine kindred spirits, Funk You is known for their captivating sonic presence. They deliver a hearty helping of soul along with a funky backbeat, so you can definitely ‘get down on it!’

These concerts are an awesome way to close out the year and make memories that you won’t soon forget. Victory North owner, Dr. Mohamed Eldibany invites locals to finish the year with these fun live acts.

“Victory North belongs to Savannah. [It’s] where Savannahians and guests come to enjoy good company and good music. Funk You and Electric Avenue, two of our favorite bands, are returning to celebrate the holidays and the New Year with Savannah,” said Eldibany. 

Victory North talent buyer Brian Goldman is also excited for these performances.

“Electric Avenue and Funk You are two of my favorite bands that have previously performed at Victory North. They both put on incredible, high-energy live shows and the fans always go crazy during their performances. I can’t think of a better one-two punch to end the year,” he said. 

Tickets are available online at victorynorthsavannah.com/concerts.

2022 is coming to a close with New Year’s Eve less than two weeks away. Where did the time go? The countdown to 2023 has officially begun, and there are a few fun events happening around town to help you start your New Year in a memorable way. If you don’t have your NYE plans figured out just yet, here’s a brief rundown of what’s going on in the Hostess City. 

The Congress Street Up Speakeasy is hosting a swanky NYE party starting at 6:30 p.m. Guests can look forward to live entertainment, lots of laughter, and good times spent with great company. 

Common Thread invites you to join them for a special five-course dinner on NYE. The prix fixe menu includes delectable dishes like Duck Terrine, Shrimp and Crab Cannelloni, Pavlova and more. Optional wine pairings are available as well. Tickets are required. 

Ring in the New Year with bites and bubbly at The Nest. Starting at 9 p.m., The Nest is hosting a NYE party complete with an open bar, live DJ, party favors, hors d’oeuvres and a midnight toast. Enjoy Mediterranean Bruschetta, Stuffed Tostones, Chicken Salad Crostinis and more as you enjoy sweeping views of the Savannah Riverfront. Get your tickets, and prepare to have a blast.

Every year, Savannah’s Waterfront hosts a thrilling fireworks show to welcome the New Year. At 11:30 p.m. locals and tourists alike will gather on River Street to watch fireworks light up the sky. It’s a Savannah tradition that’s not to be missed.

Every New Year, millions of Americans and multitudes around the world make their New Year’s resolutions, committing to change for the better in all sorts of ways. Unfortunately, the vast majority of those people abandon their resolutions by February. The reasons that resolutions fail are as diverse as the people who make them. But there are practical steps you can take to make committing to your resolutions more likely. If you want to see your resolutions go the distance in 2023, try these helpful tips. 

One of the primary reasons resolutions fail is because they are overly ambitious. Be realistic about what’s possible in one year. For example, you might not be able to eliminate all of your debt in just one year. But you can certainly cut down on it. Resolutions that are too far removed from reality are almost certain to fail. Instead of opting for radical change, focus on smaller goals that you can accomplish through habitual action over time. 

When a goal is specific, it’s measurable. And when a goal is measurable, you can easily determine what success is. Instead of having a nebulous resolution like losing weight, attach a specific value to it. How much weight do you want to lose? (remember to be realistic.) When do you want to have lost it by? How are you going to measure your results?Considering questions like these will help you set specific and measurable goals that are easier to stick with than something more vague.

When you go at your resolutions alone, if you quit, the only person it matters to is you. But if you work towards your resolutions with a partner or a group, there are more people to hold you accountable. That external encouragement and communal commitment can make all the difference when it comes to sticking to your resolutions. So, try to find at least one person who can help keep you accountable as you pursue your resolutions.

Set milestones and reward yourself. Say you have a goal of reading at least one book a month in the New Year (remember to be specific), do something to celebrate after each completed book. The dopamine hit and warm fuzzy feels can give you extra motivation to stay the course.

Winter officially starts on Wednesday, Dec. 21, and we’ve already seen temperatures drop over the last few weeks. Though winters in the South are relatively mild, the changing weather can impact your skin in a number of ways. Cold winter air can dry your skin out, compromising your complexion. Fortunately, there are easy things you can do to protect your skin from the damaging effects of winter. If you want to keep glowing all season long, give these skincare tips a try. 

Your skin is prone to be drier during the winter months. To combat this, invest in an oil-based moisturizer. Look for thicker moisturizers containing ceramides and hyaluronic acid. These ingredients will help seal in moisture in your skin. Also be sure to moisturize from the inside out by drinking water frequently. 

Harsh cleaners tend to strip the skin of its natural moisture. Instead, opt for gentle, hydrating cleansers that won’t disrupt the skin’s natural moisture. Avoid drying ingredients like glycolic or salicylic acid. And be sure to moisturize skin immediately after cleansing. 

It can be tempting to take a nice, long hot bath or shower during the cold days of winter. But by doing so, you’re actually doing your skin a disservice. Hot water disrupts the natural oils on your skin, causing it to dry out further. Use lukewarm water when showering and bathing to avoid skin irritation. 

Exfoliate regularly to remove dry, dead skin cells and reveal smooth, supple skin. But don’t use harsh scrubs. Opt for gentle, moisturizing scrubs that contain lactic acid, which acts as a humectant, drawing moisture into the skin. 

Though the sunlight may not seem as bright or hot as it was during the summer, UV rays are still present. Don’t skimp on sunscreen. Keep using it throughout the winter to ensure your skin stays protected.