The Savannah Arts Academy’s Theatre Department – under the direction of Andrea Verdis, Theatre Department Chair – presents their fall musical, CAROUSEL on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, November 15, 16, & 17 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, November 18 at 2:30 PM.

Dinner and the show will be offered on Friday and Saturday with designated seating at 6:00 PM. Dinner Theatre tickets are $25 and must be reserved by November 13th. General admission for the show only is $15 and Students and Senior Citizens are $10. Tickets can be purchased at the school box office Monday – Friday beginning November 5, 2012 from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

CAROUSEL is a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical in which a smooth-talking carousel barker, Billy Bigelow, falls in love with and marries a mill worker, Julie Jordan. Years after he dies tragically, he is given a chance to return for a day and teach her about the life lessons he has learned. Audiences will remember such memorable songs as
“If I Loved You”, “June is Bustin’ Out All Over” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.

Proceeds from the play will benefit the theatre department’s productions, conferences and scholarship fund.

Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Avenue Savannah, 31405

Children and adults of all ages are invited to make Christmas ornaments/crafts, Advent wreaths ($8), decorate cookies, and eat some great food @ Advent Event for all ages at First Presbyterian Church of Savannah in Ardsley Park.

Wreaths can be ordered by calling the church office, 912.354.7615.

The dinner line—featuring three soups, including one vegetarian, grilled cheese sandwiches, and holiday cookies—will open at 5:30 p.m. ($5/adult, $1/child).

Advent Event for All Ages, Sunday, November 18. 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Stewart Hall

First Presbyterian Church of Savannah, 520 Washington Ave., Savannah, 31405 (912) 354-7615

You’re invited to a talk by Savannah-area speech-language pathologist Kim Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP on Creating a Language Rich Environment at 10:30 AM Friday at The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

The talk is part of the museum’s Parents 411 series. The talk is free with admission to the museum.

Kim is the creative force behind a Web site called Little Stories , which offers information and support to families interested in early speech and language development. Little Stories has something for everyone, whether your child is having difficulty learning language or is learning language easily.

Little Stories will be posting new information weekly, so be sure to subscribe to the blog or like Little Stories on Facebook here to get updates. You can follow Little Stories via Twitter @lilSTORIESblog

The Sandbox Children’s Museum is at 18A Pope Ave., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (843) 842-7645, www.thesandbox.org/

You’re invited to a talk by Savannah-area speech-language pathologist Kim Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP  on Creating a Language Rich Environment at 10:30 AM Friday at The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

The talk is part of the museum’s Parents 411 series. The talk is free with admission to the museum.

Kim is the creative force behind a Web site called Little Stories , which offers information and support to families interested in early speech and language development. Little Stories has something for everyone, whether your child is having difficulty learning language or is learning language easily.

Little Stories will be posting new information weekly, so be sure to subscribe to the blog or like Little Stories on Facebook here to get updates. You can follow Little Stories via Twitter @lilSTORIESblog

The Sandbox Children’s Museum is at 18A Pope Ave., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (843) 842-7645, www.thesandbox.org/

Children and adults of all ages are invited to make Christmas ornaments/crafts, Advent wreaths ($8), decorate cookies, and eat some great food @ Advent Event for all ages at First Presbyterian Church of Savannah in Ardsley Park.

Wreaths can be ordered by calling the church office, 912.354.7615.

The dinner line—featuring three soups, including one vegetarian, grilled cheese sandwiches, and holiday cookies—will open at 5:30 p.m. ($5/adult, $1/child).

Advent Event for All Ages, Sunday, November 18. 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Stewart Hall

First Presbyterian Church of Savannah, 520 Washington Ave.,  Savannah, 31405 (912) 354-7615

Are you ready to shop locally during next week’s big shopping events – Black Friday (Nov. 23) & Small Business Saturday (Nov. 24)?

One of your favorite local kids’ boutiques – Petite Feet – Savannah’s children’s shoe & accessories store – has an amazing Black Friday & Small Business Saturday sale coming up.

Buy one pair of shoes or boots at 10% discount and receive 25% off any other shoe or boot purchased.
Exclusions are accessories and UGG Boots.

This great Petite Feet deal is for Fri and Sat only, Nov 23 & 24.

Small Business Saturday – the Saturday after Thanksgiving – is the day to celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants across the U.S.

Fashion writer Erin Ebert will feature Petite Feet’s deals in a Savannah Morning News article this Saturday Nov. 17 about specials planned for Black Friday as a way to highlight shopping locally.

Petite Feet, 5521 Abercorn Street, Savannah, 31405, www.petitefeetsavannah.com, Petite Feet is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

BRICKS 4 KIDZ is now offering Birthday Parties in Chatham County!

BRICKS 4 KIDZ will come to you….celebrate your child’s next birthday with a fun and novel LEGO® party experience at your home or a site of your choosing!

The timeless fun of LEGO® bricks is sure to be a crowd pleaser for boys and girls. BRICKS 4 KIDZ have a variety of exciting themes to choose from, based on many of the popular LEGO® sets. From space to castles, Ninjago to Star Wars, we can customize a party perfect for your special birthday boy or girl.

BRICKS 4 KIDZ parties include customized games, projects and challenges, plus bricks galore to keep your little builders busy creating and having fun. Take the hassle out of planning and let BRICKS 4 KIDZ trained, screened Bricks 4 Kidz® staff handle all your party needs.

A LEGO® themed party is a great choice for a fun-filled event your child will always remember.

To learn more call 843-686-2829, email sarahfox@bricks4kidz.com , or visit http://www.bricks4kidz.com/georgia-savannah

Like BRICKS 4 KIDZ on Facebook here to stay connected about their events.

Savannah Danse Theatre is performing The Golden Pecan at the Lucas Theatre this Friday at 12:30pm.

The Golden Pecan is the prequel to the Nutcracker. Tickets are only $5! A portion of the funds from the show will support Savannah Danse Theatre’s OutReach program to help support the arts in Savannah.

For more info, call Savannah Danse Theatre at (912) 897-2102.

We were thrilled to see Scribble Art Studio @ this past Saturday’s Savannah Children’s Book Festival 2012 in Forsyth Park. Their tent was a popular one! And we’re happy these amazing artists are now branching out to Pooler in addition to Savannah.

Check out their new class art class schedule for Pooler above. To see the new class schedule for Savannah, click here.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler offers private & group art classes, birthday parties, adult art parties, girls’ night out. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com, www.thescribbleartstudio.com .  Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Instead of searching for countless hours this holiday season, and spending a small fortune for those “perfect” presents (that will quickly become yesterday’s news) consider the gift of a Disney Cruise Vacation. Your family will enjoy celebrating and making memories that will last well beyond the Holiday Season.

Experience the magic of the holidays this November or December onboard an exciting Disney cruise and you’ll get $75 onboard ship credit just for booking with Tara McCoy at Mouse Tales Travel. Spend this however you’d like; special shore excursions, relaxing spa treatments, holiday souvenirs & gifts, a round of drinks, or even photographs… the choice is yours!

Disney Cruise Line offers a unique vacation experience that blends entertainment and adventure with comfort and convenience. There is something for everyone on a Disney cruise: relaxing “me” time for the adults, imaginative fun for the kids and exciting family time for all. Every voyage features the world-class hospitality that only Disney can provide, and of course, all of your favorite characters.

The onboard ship credit is a limited time offer available for select sailings on the Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy during November and December 2012. With this promotion and rates as low as $1,627 for a 3-Night Bahamain Cruise sailing from convenient Port Canaveral in Florida, there has never been a better time to sail on a Disney Cruise. If you can’t take advantage of these great deals, book a 2013 cruise with half-off your deposit and $25 OBC. Contact Tara McCoy at Mouse Tales Travel today for a FREE vacation quote and more information.

Tara McCoy, Disney Vacation Specialist at Mouse Tales Travel
803.816.0686
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Join Georgia State Railroad Museum for the ONLY local event based on the magic of The Polar Express!

On December 8th, 2012 from 9am-4pm, the Georgia State Railroad Museum will host this annual event that has delighted families for years!

Pajama-clad guests will be invited to ride our very own #30 steam engine that is decked out for Christmas, meet Santa, participate in holiday crafts, and much more for only $15 per person! (Member adults $10) PRE-REGISTRATION is highly encouraged for Savannah Santa Train to ensure that the museum has enough materials for every child.

You also have the option of viewing the holiday classic, The Polar Express, in the historic theater at The Savannah History Museum, which is only steps away from Georgia State Railroad Museum. This family favorite is $5 per person. It will begin showing at 9:30am, noon, and 2:30pm on December 8th.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for the viewing of The Polar Express due to limited seating in the museum’s historic theater.
PRE-PAYMENT for either part of the event is not necessary. You will have the option to pay upon arrival at The Georgia State Railroad Museum. If you have pre-registered for the movie, you will have the option when you arrive of which time you would like to attend. Please note that if the time you choose has filled up, it will be necessary to choose another time.

Questions? Please email childrensevents@chsgeorgia.org

Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, 31401, 912.651.6823, http://www.chsgeorgia.org/Railroad-Musuem.html

FOR MORE LOCAL HOLIDAY KID-FRIENDLY EVENTS, VISIT OUR CALENDAR HERE.

Join Georgia State Railroad Museum for the ONLY local event based on the magic of The Polar Express!

On December 8th, 2012 from 9am-4pm, the Georgia State Railroad Museum will host this annual event that has delighted families for years!

Pajama-clad guests will be invited to ride our very own #30 steam engine that is decked out for Christmas, meet Santa, participate in holiday crafts, and much more for only $15 per person! (Member adults $10) PRE-REGISTRATION is highly encouraged for Savannah Santa Train to ensure that the museum has enough materials for every child.

You also have the option of viewing the holiday classic, The Polar Express, in the historic theater at The Savannah History Museum, which is only steps away from Georgia State Railroad Museum. This family favorite is $5 per person. It will begin showing at 9:30am, noon, and 2:30pm on December 8th.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for the viewing of The Polar Express due to limited seating in the museum’s historic theater.
PRE-PAYMENT for either part of the event is not necessary. You will have the option to pay upon arrival at The Georgia State Railroad Museum. If you have pre-registered for the movie, you will have the option when you arrive of which time you would like to attend. Please note that if the time you choose has filled up, it will be necessary to choose another time.

Questions? Please email childrensevents@chsgeorgia.org

Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, 31401, 912.651.6823, http://www.chsgeorgia.org/Railroad-Musuem.html

Celebrate the end of the year with the entire family in a healthy way at this great family-friendly three-day New Year’s event: Alive in Savannah 2012.
This popular annual celebration takes place Dec. 29-Dec. 31 2012 at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa’s race track.
Kids can enjoy a carnival atmosphere with bounce houses, a 5 sided Rock Climbing Wall, Zip Line, Rope Swing, Super Slides
There will also music, kids’ fun run & fireworks.
Other competitions include 5K, 10K, Extreme Fitness Challenge & more. On-site childcare provided for competitors.
Forgo the pricey babysitter and crowded bars for this fit, family event.
Stay connected by “liking” Alive in Savannah on Facebook here.

Here’s the schedule of events

Schedule:
Dec 29th
PB&J Relay – 4 x 800 and 4 x whatever relay (2 miles total)
Alive Extreme Fitness Contest Open qualifier
Dec 30th
Alive Extreme Fitness Contest Gym qualifier
Live Music
Dec 31st
Youth Band Competition
Alive Extreme Fitness Contest Champions
Kids Run ¼ mile
5K, 10K Race through the Westin Golf Course
2 Live Bands
Team Impact Presentation
Fireworks

All three days
20 Inflatables
Childcare for participants up to 2 hours
Savannah Harbor Festival of Lights Drive through Light show

Alive in Savannah @ Westin Savannah, www.aliveinsavannah.com/ , Alive in Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

The Friends of the Coastal Gardens presents December Nights & Holiday Lights @ Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens (Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens)

November 30th through December 23rd, 2012 (Friday – Sunday nights only)
6pm – 9pm
At the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens at the Historic Bamboo Farm
2 Canebrake Road, Savannah, 31419

12 nights of holiday lights, music and food.
All proceeds will go to fund the Children’s Garden at the Bamboo Farm.
$5 per person, children under 5 years free
A walking tour of the garden’s historic district * Tram rides available for the disabled and elderly * Special activities for children * Saturday night pictures with Santa

Please call for more details (912) 921-5460. “Like” Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens on Facebook here to stay updated on events.

On Sundays at 1:30 PM, a keeper will be available at the Wolf Wilderness exhibit in Oatland Island Wildlife Center to to tell you more about Oatland’s armadillos, wolves, owls, and flying squirrels. The keeper will cover the natural history of these wonderful critters. Questions are welcome! Details here.

Giving in Love, Inc. cordially invites you to join them for a From My Storehouse to Yours Drop and Drive Donation Event that will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2012, at 48 W. Montgomery Cross Road, #101, (across from Kmart inside Parrot Plaza) from 12:00pm-3:00pm. During this time, Giving in Love, Inc. will be collecting donations for baby and toddler items. These items can include clothes, toys, shoes, bottles, nursery furniture, etc.

Giving in Love, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose primary service is collecting baby and toddler items through donations and distributing them to low-income mothers and mothers-to-be in the Chatham county area. For additional information, please contact Tia McMillan at (912) 388-1658 or email info@givinginlove.org. For more information about Giving in Love, Inc. you can also visit their website at www.givinginlove.org. This event is sponsored by The Parrot Company.

This week, SouthernMamas.com is giving away 2 family four packs of tickets to Disney on Ice @ the Savannah Civic Center.  Disney on Ice presesnts World of Fantasy will be showing in Savannah Nov. 29-Dec. 2 2012.

You’ve got one week to enter to win. Deadline is 9 PM Wed. Nov. 14. We’ll announce the TWO winners in this post & on SouthernMamas.com Facebook & Twitter.

To enter to win, “like” our SouthernMamas.com Facebook page here & on our wall share your favorite Disney memory, song, movie, character, ride, story….. We’ll pick two names at random & msg you via Facebook. So be sure you allow for us to msg you on FB.

SouthernMamas.com readers receive a ticket discount for Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy in Savannah.

Use the code MAMAS to receive $5 off tickets. Valid on the $15 and $20 price levels only. (Additional fees may apply). Don’t forget: the Opening night discount of $12 on all non-vip tickets. (Excludes Rinkside and VIP seating)

The high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars will race across the ice at the Savannah Civic Center, Nov. 29-Dec. 2.

The seven performances at Savannah Civic Center will also feature The Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom, the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as well as the heroic action of Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the Toy Story gang.

From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters.

Tickets start at just $15 and are on sale now, available at the Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com , charge-by-phone at 1-800-351-7469. To learn more about Disney On Ice, produced by Feld Entertainment, visit www.disneyonice.com.

Savannah Disney on Ice Show Schedule
Thursday, November 29 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 30 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 1 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 2 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

You’re invited to bring your child or children to a free Spanish Playgroup that takes place every Friday at 4:30 PM. The goal of this playgroup is to help children become bilingual.
Open to the public
This week, the Spanish playgroup will meet at 32 degrees in Richmond Hill at 4:30-6 PM to enjoy some frozen yogurt and practice their Spanish skills.
Contact bilingualfamilia@gmail.com  for more info
Cheyenne Kozaily, Founder, Lingüa™
Ü Lingüa is for families who want más.™
www.bilingualfamilia.com
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We’re thrilled to learn that Music with Mar classes are restarting in Savannah & will now also be offered on Wilmington Island, too!

Music with Mar is a popular, fun & smart music & movement parent-and-me class.

Classes will be in Savannah & Wilmington Island:
*11 AM Tuesdays in the music room of St James Catholic Church (8412 Whitfield Ave. Fronts on Montgomery Cross Road), Savannah;
*10:45 AM and 4:30 PM Thursdays at Wilmington Island Presbyterian.

Classes started the week of Nov. 5.

For children ages 6 months-6 years old and a parent/caregiver. Cost is $7/class per family (up to 4 children) or a block of 5 classes (to be used any time during a 2 month period) is $30. For more information, email email megkitchens@gmail.com .

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We’re thrilled to learn that Music with Mar classes are restarting in Savannah & will now also be offered on Wilmington Island, too!

Music with Mar is a popular, fun & smart music & movement parent-and-me class.

Classes will be in Savannah & Wilmington Island:
*11 AM Tuesdays in the music room of St James Catholic Church (8412 Whitfield Ave. Fronts on Montgomery Cross Road), Savannah;
*10:45 AM and 4:30 PM Thursdays at Wilmington Island Presbyterian.

Classes started the week of Nov. 5.

For children ages 6 months-6 years old and a parent/caregiver. Cost is $7/class per family (up to 4 children) or a block of 5 classes (to be used any time during a 2 month period) is $30. For more information, email email megkitchens@gmail.com .

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Spanish storytime will meet on Thursdays at 10:30 AM at the Richmond Hill Library (please note the day change*). Come shake a maraca and learn some Spanish! For ages 0-6
Please contact bilingualfamilia@gmail.com  for more information
Cheyenne Kozaily, Founder, Lingüa™
Ü Lingüa is for families who want más.™
www.bilingualfamilia.com
www.twitter.com/linguaU
www.facebook.com/lingua.U www.pinterest.com/linguaU

Check out the November 2012 schedule of classes at Ganesha’s Place, Savannah’s new therapeutic yoga studio!

To register or more information, (912)665-4199 or www.ganeshasplace.com

Ganesha’s Place offers a variety of therapeutic classes including yoga for special needs kids, children with autism & restorative yoga for caretakers.

What we love about Ganesha’s Place is that it’s a spot to explore, heal and have fun. Ganesha’s can be a place for the whole family: you’re not required to be athletic or wear special outfits. Yoga therapy at Ganesha’s regulates and improves the balance between health and wellness without the intimidating images of body contortions and “pretzels”.

Keep up with Ganesha’s Place on Facebook here.

Ganesha’s Place, at the corner of Barnard & 40th St. @ 2323 Barnard St., 912-665-4199, http://ganeshasplace.com/ Ganesha’s Place is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Join Live Oak Public Libraries staff in reading great books to their therapy dogs! This is great opportunity to build confidence for the reluctant reader, ages 5 and up.

Dog Days

Islands Library, 897-6233
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 28, 4 p.m.

Pooler Library
Monday, November 19, 4:30 p.m.
Monday, December 17, 4:30pm
For more information, call 748-0471

Southwest Chatham Library
Saturday, Nov. 17, 12 p.m.
For more information, call 925-8305
Springfield Library
Thursday, Nov. 8, 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call 754-3003
Rincon Library
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call 826-2222
Always check with the branch for schedule changes.

Always check with the branch for schedule changes.