August 5: Did you know that the Declaration of Independence did not make its way to Savannah until August? Hear the reading of the Declaration of Independence as it was read in 1776. Participate in the debate. Are you loyal to the English King or will you join the Patriot cause? Beginning at Sutler’s Row, you will have the opportunity to join the militia, followed by a march to Wormsloe’s historic tabby ruins for the reading of the Declaration. Festivities will conclude at the Colonial Life Area with the burning of an effigy of King George III. 10 a.m. and repeated at 2 p.m. The Visitor Center, Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd. For more information, call (912) 353-3023.www.gastateparks.org/Wormsloe.