(912) 233-4804 or www.savannahsaintpatricksday.com  .

11 AM Thursdays March 10 to April 14 at Lake Mayer Community Park
Oh Baby! Fitness  offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off  prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session.
http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

6 PM Mondays March 7-April 25
Oh Baby! Fitness  offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off  prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session.
http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

Autism Support Corner, Inc. – a nonprofit, 501 (c)(3), organization that provides a line of local resources to families affected by the autism spectrum disorder. The group’s mission is to work together with the community and schools to provide a better knowledge and understanding of autism.
Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of every month
Contact: Jeanette Orr
ascrh@yahoo.com
912-445-0233
*Child care is available upon RSVP

11 AM Tuesdays March 8-April 12
Oh Baby! Fitness  offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off  prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session.
http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

11 AM Mondays March 7 to April 11
Oh Baby! Fitness offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session.
http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

11 AM Saturdays March 5-March 26
Oh Baby! Fitness offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session.
http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

H2O Baby! Mom and baby exercise classes, 10 AM Saturdays March 5-March 26
Oh Baby! Fitness offers SouthernMamas readers a 10 percent discount off prenatal water aerobics, stroller workouts and mom and baby water exercise classes, which start in Savannah in March. To receive the discount, just enter discount code SOUTHERNMAMAS when you register online for a full session. http://www.ohbabyfitness.com/locations/#Savannah

FEBRUARY 25 – APRIL 15: An eight-week adventure for young artists ages 2 and under at 10 AM on Fridays. Pre-registration required. (912) 651-6823 ext. 3 or www.chsgeorgia.org. $100 per child for 8 week session

Children can explore the world of art and art history and create their own masterpieces with different materials and techniques in a fun environment instructed by local art educator Nancy Oosterhoudt. Collage, drawing, painting, pottery, printing, sculpting and photography.
Here’s the class schedule:
March 1-29/Tuesday; April 5-26/Tuesday; May 3-24/Tuesday;
March 2-30/Wednesday; April 6-27/Wednesday; May 4-25/Wednesday
No classes week of March 13
Limit 6 Students per Class. Open to ages 1st Grade-5th Grade. Cost: $85 per session. Register for classes by emailing at nooster212@yahoo.com  or call Nancy Oosterhoudt at 912-220-1754.

The deadline is quickly approaching to receive a discount on Ms. Amy School of Music  early childhood music education classes

Register before March 1, 2011 for one of Ms. Amy’s School of Music’s classes and you will receive one free class and only pay $50 for the 6-week term! Mention SouthernMamas to receive the deal. Start date is March 2 for Wednesday morning classes and March 5 for Saturday morning classes. Click here for more info.

For class descriptions,  click here. Contact Ms. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah via email at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com with any questions. Payment is accepted for the term at the first class. Classes are held at 2421 Waters Ave. near Daffin Park. For a schedule of available class times, visit www.msamyschoolofmusic.com.

“Like” Ms. Amy’s School of Music on Facebook by clicking here to stay connected about class information.

Spring in Savannah and the Lowcountry is an ideal time to have professional portraits made thanks to those oh-so many beautiful blooming backdrops.

EmmAva Photography  just made spring even better. EmmAva Photography has several mini sessions days coming up: March 26 and 27; and April 2 and 3. Each session is $45 for a 30minute session. You will receive 15 images on disc with the rights to print your pictures.

There is a cutest kid contest running on EmmAva Photography facebook page! Go and enter your kid’s picture and you could win a free session!  You can find EmmAva Photography on Facebook by clicking here .

Tell EmmAva Photography that Southernmamas sent you and you will receive 20% off your next session.

To book your session, email  EmmAvaPhotography@yahoo.com or call 912.429.7454.

Click here to view more photos by EmmAva Photography, which also is available for newborn, children, family, engagement, bridal shoots and weddings.

Saturday Mommy and Me dates are as scheduled at the newly renovated UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium on Skidaway Island, 30 Ocean Science Circle.

Pre-registration required. For pricing info, visit www.marex.uga.edu/aquarium and click on community programs.

Sat. March 26, 2011 9 am – 9:45 am

Sat. April 2, 2011 10 am – 10:45 am

Next Thurs. March 3 at 9 AM, the Aquarium will begin the 4 week, weekday session of Mommy and Me  titled Ocean Locomotion. If you have not already registered please do so. The Aquarium only has 8 spots remaining for next Thursdays program and 12 spots remaining for the other Thursdays in March.

Questions? Contact Karin Paquin at 912-598-2356 or email kpaquin@uga.edu

For info about the newly renovated Aquarium’s grand re-opening tours this weekend, click here.

The deadline is quickly approaching to receive a discount on Ms. Amy School of Music  early childhood music education classes 

Register before March 1, 2011 for one of Ms. Amy’s School of Music’s classes and you will receive one free class and only pay $50 for the 6-week term! Mention SouthernMamas to receive the deal. Start date is March 2 for Wednesday morning classes and March 5 for Saturday morning classes. Click here for more info.

For class descriptions, click here. Contact Ms. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah via email at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com with any questions. Payment is accepted for the term at the first class. Classes are held at 2421 Waters Ave. near Daffin Park. For a schedule of available class times, visit www.msamyschoolofmusic.com.

“Like” Ms. Amy’s School of Music on Facebook by clicking here to stay connected about class information.

An Art and Nature Family Day event will feature presentations by Oatland Island Educational Center and programs focused on William Bartram’s time, including the “Music of Colonial Georgia” by David and Ginger Hildebrand. A workshop for teens and young adults will introduce techniques for documenting local flora and fauna with the goal of producing portfolio quality works, and the resulting images will be displayed after the workshop at the Jepson Center.

Free of charge, thanks to project funding provided by the City of Savannah.

(3rd Thursday of every month)
May 19 theme: Symmetrical Creatures
Toddler Third Thursdays are great for parents, grandparents, and caregivers with pre-schoolers. Designed especially for children ages 3-5 and their adult companions, the program provides a developmentally appropriate gallery experience followed by a visit to the studios, where the children are introduced to an arts activity related to the tour. A different tour and project will be offered each month. Time to explore in ArtZeum is included.
Registration and adult supervision REQUIRED. Call 790-8823 to register. Enrollment is $5 per child. Adult admission is FREE for museum-members and $15 for non-members. http://telfair.org/learn/family-programs/

This month’s theme: Southern Craft & Tradition: Weaving
This program is recommended for children ages 5-9 and their parents or caregivers. Participants enjoy a gallery tour followed by participation in a related studio art project. A different tour and project will be offered each month.
Admission is free, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should arrive prior to 10:30 am. Family Art Labs are sponsored by the Anderson Family Foundation.
www.telfair.org/learn

This month’s theme: Tune in to Symmetry
This program is recommended for children ages 5-9 and their parents or caregivers. Participants enjoy a gallery tour followed by participation in a related studio art project. A different tour and project will be offered each month.
Admission is free, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should arrive prior to 10:30 am. Family Art Labs are sponsored by the Anderson Family Foundation.
www.telfair.org/learn

Vacation time will be here before we know it.  Edgewood Travel in Savannah has some enticing family travel deals right now including:

Traveling with a Nanny or a Granny or just looking for a bit of breathing room on a family Getaway? Here are two hotels offering 2nd room ½ off!
Fairmont Pacific Rim – Vancouver, Canada
Families traveling together can get the second room for a 50% discount when booking the “Family Affair” package. Children under 18 stay free when sharing a room with an adult. Rates start at $249 CAD for first room or suite and $129 CAD for 2nd .

Rocco Forte – Hotel Savoy – Florence, Italy
The “Unforgettable Family Affair” package is tailor made for the entire family. Children’s rooms are half off and are themed for their enjoyment. Children under three eat free and children four through 12 get a 50% discount. Package is available through December 22, 2011.

Offer ends Mon. Feb. 28 for a great deal at the Atlantis!
The Cove Atlantis – Paradise Island, Bahamas
Book by February 28th and children stay and eat for free.
Book the “Taste of Atlantis” package and guests will enjoy several complimentary drinks and a sushi meal. Offer ends February 28th.

Offer Ends March 15th for a great deal to Dominican Republic!
Paradisus Punta Cana or Paradisus Palma Real
Golf enthusiasts can get two rounds of golf complimentary for a 5- or 6-night stay. Book seven or more nights and get four rounds of golf complimentary. Plus, receive a $100 spa credit. Offer ends March 15th.

Caught up in the Royal Excitement across the pond?
Avanti Destinations
Offering the “The British Royal Wedding Escape” package that includes 4-night stay at the 4-Star Deluxe Kensington by Doyle and a private walking tour of the Royal Wedding processional route. Travelers depart April 27, 2011

Or let Edgewood put together a tailor made package for you and your family to England this summer!

Also –check out the Edgewood Travel Website for more specials at www.edgewoodtravel.com. Edgewood has group space on a few cruises this summer including the Brand new Allure of the Seas. Like Edgewood on Facebook by clicking here to get daily updates. Edgewood looks forward to hearing from the SouthernMamas readers.

To start planning your family trip, call 912-351-0570 or email admin@edgewoodtravel.com. Visit Edgewood Travel at 105 Wheeler Court or at www.edgewoodtravel.com. Edgewood Travel is a SouthernMamas sponsor.

1pm Parade route runs along Butler Avenue
FREE and open to the public. www.MardiGrasTybee.com

An evening of historic fun at Old Fort Jackson. Dinner, breakfast, and a soldier’s haversack are included.
FOR: Ages 4 and up.
Parent/ Guardian participation required.
COST: $35 per person for CHS members
$40 per person, non-members
To make your Family Campover reservation email childrensevents@chsgeorgia.org or call 912-651-6823 x3
Advanced reservations required by Wed. March 9.

Enjoy a free short stack of IHOP’s famous buttermilk pancakes on March 1, when National Pancake Day returns for its sixth year. From 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. at IHOP restaurants across the country, customers can enjoy a free short stack of pancakes and in return, make a donation to IHOP’s national charity partner, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This charity helps improve the lives of children at 170 network hospitals nationwide. All of the funds raised locally will benefit The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center.

With more than 1,500 restaurants participating in National Pancake Day, IHOP hopes to raise $2.3 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and other local charities. For more information on this worthwhile campaign or to find an IHOP near you, please visit www.ihoppancakeday.com

Savannah Christian Prep’s 8th annual school-wide Broadway musical, Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka”.
•Friday, March 4, 10:00 am
•Friday, March 4, 7:00 pm
•Saturday, March 5, 7:00 pm
•Sunday, March 6, 3:00 pm

Prices: $9 (additional service fees may apply) Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here, by phone at 912-525-5050, or at the Savannah Box Office window, 216 E. Broughton St., or at the door 1 hour prior to the event.

The search for a Golden Ticket has begun! In this fun-filled, musical based on Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a boy named Charlie and four other winners get the tour of a lifetime in a mysterious candy-maker’s fantastical factory. Join us for a scrumptious musical theatre treat, as 85 talented 3rd-12th graders from Savannah Christian Preparatory School present: “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka.”