Wish we could lure Sid the Science to Kid to Savannah.

This looks worth the roadtrip to Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville, north of Atlanta: Family Science Night on Feb 21.  Family Science Night welcomes Sid the Science Kid, the star of his own TV show that airs on Georgia Public Broadcasting. Sid will be on hand all night for photos, so don’t miss out!

Friday 2-21-14 5 – 9 PM

Highlights include:

Children of all ages can take part in a glider competition. Design your own paper airplane and see if you’ve got what it takes to be champion of the air. Races will be held in the Great Hall.

Exciting hands-on activities will show kids how the Wright Brothers went from bicycle repairmen to aviation pioneers, as well as other techniques used by the brothers to help them conquer flight. Also, make a kite – the very first flying machine!

Step into the observatory for a stargazing experience. The observatory will be open until 10 PM and additional telescopes will be on site to assist us in searching for the Orion Nebula and Jupiter.

Plus: • Meet Amelia Earhart and Orville & Wilbur Wright • Collect four new Tellus trading cards of Science in Motion Gallery aircrafts • Tour the Solar House • The planetarium will be open until 9 PM with an extended schedule of shows • More surprises to come

Want more roadtrip ideas? Click here for our picks for best daytrips from Savannah.

Tellus Science Museum, 100 Tellus Dr. Cartersville, Ga. 30120 (770) 606-5700, www.tellusmuseum.org

St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island invites you to their ONLY All-School Open House event of the 2014-2015 application year at 1:30 PM Jan. 26.

St. Andrew’s is Savannah’s only independent, college-preparatory school with Apple Distinguished School status for three years running; partnered with Thrive Cafe, Savannah’s only green-certified restaurant for healthy lunches; and recognized as an International Baccalaureate World School for focus on global competency.

Here are some other features to consider:
> As one of the Washington Post’s Most Challenging High Schools, students have early placements this year to University of Georgia, Yale, Colorado, and the United States Naval Academy.
> There are no more than two classrooms per grade in lower school with a 9:1 student to teacher ratio, and fifth graders are part of the middle school program.
> The three year old and four year old kindergartens have a curriculum that includes a literacy specialist, mathematics and science specialist, art specialist, music specialist, and physical education specialist. World language in the form of Mandarin Chinese and Spanish are also part of lower school.
> A community garden managed by lower schoolers is integrated into the curriculum and supplies food for the dining hall this year in the innovative Farm to Table philosophy.
> Bussing from Southbridge communities and Skidaway communities through both downtown and Isle of Hope provide access for families to the “only independent school on the islands!”
> A robust scholarship and financial aid program makes the experience available to countless mission-appropriate families seeking the best for their child.

The school is intentionally sized at no more than 500 students. As other schools in the region grow for growth’s sake, St. Andrew’s remains committed to the most important factor in education–the relationship between the teacher and student. School administrators pledge to be an environment where every child is known and valued–a personalized educational experience.

Come to the open house Sunday to hear St. Andrew’s parents, teachers, and students share their stories.

For admission information, visit www.saintschool.net/admissions . For academic information, visit www.saintschool.com

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Road, Savannah, 31410, www.saintschool.com St. Andrew’s School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

If you are interested in applying to the various specialty programs including kindergartens offered by Savannah-Chatham public schools, online application is available now and open house dates are set! (These public schools such as Garrison Elementary, J.G. Smith Elementary, Charles Ellis Montessori Academy etc. either don’t have an attendance zone/neighborhood district or they also accept children outside of their attendance zone/neighborhood district).

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE. Deadline to do so is Feb. 7 2014.

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System offers 23 Specialty Programs throughout the district from elementary through high school including kindergarten.

Specialty Application Timeline Specialty Applications is available beginning Jan. 8 2014.

• Specialty Program Applications for the 2014-2015 school year will be available online and at the school sites.
• The Specialty Lottery will be held electronically. At its conclusion, an email will be sent to parents with a status update for their child.
• Each Specialty Program has entrance requirements, please click here for Specialty Program Entrance Criteria.

Parents may select up to three choice programs.

To view the Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools Specialty Programs 2014-13 Open House Schedule, click here. Contact information for each school can be found under the Site List tab here.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE. Deadline to do so is Feb. 7 2014.

The Pre-K Lottery for Savannah-Chatham public schools is different & will be at a later date.

Questions? There is going to be a representative from the Savannah-Chatham public school system at the Pooler MOPS preschool/school fair Wed. Jan. 22 at First Presbyterian Church in Pooler. The school fair is open to the public. You do not have to be a MOPS member to attend. Details here.

Photography by Julie Anne is holding a contest!

The prize is a one hour session with 20-30 images for your child (6 months and above) on location in Savannah or Richmond Hill.

All you have to do is head over to her Facebook page by clicking here and click like and post what is your favorite thing to do with your kids when the spring comes!

Winner will be announced on February 12 on Julie Anne’s Facebook page! And everyone who clicks like one her page will get 10% off any session!

Visit www.photographybyjulieanne.com  or https://www.facebook.com/PhotographybyJulieAnne  for more information!

Come by and visit Photography by Julie Anne’s brand new studio in Richmond Hill right on Ford Avenue.  Gift certificates are also available and they do offer a military discount! To view more of Julie Anne’s work, visit www.photographybyjulieanne.com or like them on Facebook.  You can get direct information at Julie@photographbyjulieanne.com or call 912-655-9497.

Photography by Julie Anne,  email julie@photographybyjulieanne.com,  (912) 655-9497, www.photographybyjulieanne.com ; On Facebook here.  Photography by Julie Anne is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Tee Off with TWIGS: Live Oak Public Libraries Foundation presents its Inaugural Mini Golf Event: Saturday, January 25, 2014 from 10 AM to 4 PM @ Bull Street Library,

The library will be transformed into an 18-hole miniature golf course for the day! Enjoy refreshments, family activities and more.

Tee off any time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more info, call 912-652-3600

Tickets
Family Foursome: $40
Children (ages 4 and older): $15
Adults (age 16 and older): $5

Register and pay online today by clicking here.

Payment Methods
Payment accepted at the door, online or call Ed Field at 912-652-3667.

Reserve your tee time today! Download the flyer here.

Download the Tee Off with TWIGS FAQs here.

 What a perfect option for a birthday party: an American Girl Doll Art Party with Scribble Art Studio. Along with the usual art party activities, guests will create a fashionable accessory for their American Girl Doll.

For details, call 912.713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble offers superhero parties, classic art parties & princess parties. Scribble Art Studio also offers children’s art classes in Savannah & Pooler.

Details here.

Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St Savannah, 31401, (912) 713-7376 email info@thescribbleartstudio.com , www.TheScribbleArtStudio.com , Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

We love this idea for a Valentine’s event: Valentines Under Venus Stargazing Party @ Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill,

Friday, Feb 14, 2014 7 PM to 8 PM

Enjoy a night beneath the moon and stars as we learn and solve the secrets of space with Ms. Mullenax, Professor of Astronomy and Physics at AASU. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner to eat under the stars. Alcohol is prohibited.

Bring your telescope or look through one of the ones provided.  It will be a full moon that evening.

$7 per person $5 parking. 912-727-2339.

Location:
Fort McAllister Historic Park
3894 Fort McAllister Road
Richmond Hill, 31324

More information here.

Don’t miss this popular annual event – a chance to see the Savannah History Museum come alive at night & watch 2006 film Night at the Museum!

You’re invited to bring the kids to 2014 Night at the Museum, January 25, 2014, 6pm-10pm @ Savannah History Museum, 303 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Savannah,  31041

Guests will enjoy the 2006 film Night at the Museum and then enjoy crafts, special Night Guard Training and see the Museum come alive!

Tickets are $12 per child and $5 per adult. Pre-Registration and Pre-Payment are required.

Space is limited due to theater capacity. Register today by clicking here.

Savannah History Museum, http://www.chsgeorgia.org/  Coastal Heritage Society’s Tricentennial Park campus is located on the west side of downtown Savannah, and is comprised of Savannah History Museum & Battlefield Memorial Park, Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah Children’s Museum and The WhistleStop Cafe.  Coastal Heritage Society also manages Old Fort Jackson, a historic fort located on the Savannah River three miles east of downtown Savannah, and Pin Point Heritage Museum, located off of the Diamond Causeway in southeast Savannah. Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Savannah’s biggest children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – is set for February 27-March 1, 2014!

Come shop consignment at its finest. High Cotton Kids is THE place to save a lot of money, make a lot of money and have a great time doing both! This spring’s upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price! There is something for everybody’s taste and budget from adorable smocked frocks to funky threads to even high cotton play clothes your kids will love to throw on all spring and summer.

Consignor registration is now OPEN! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 60-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items we accept and do not accept click here.

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by: Coach Val’s Tumblegym, Christine Hall Photography, Spices Etc. and Southern Traditions, a Monogram and Gift Place.

Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

Attention families with children ages 0-7.

Interested in parent-and-child early childhood music education classes? Come to Kindermusik’s FREE DEMO DAY in Savannah on Monday, January 27, 2014:
*FREE class offered for 0’s and 1’s at 9:30am
*FREE class offered for 2’s and 3’s at 10:30am.
*FREE class for any ages, 0-7 & is called “Kindermusik Family Time”
* If you have a child OVER 3 years old, and are interested in attending a free demo class, please email Kindermusik at music@88keysga.com .

The classes will be held at Kindermusik’s new Spring location: Risen Savior Lutheran Church – 1755 Quacco Road, Savannah.

Spaces are limited for these free demo classes, so if you’re interested in attending, please register ONLINE today! Yes, the class is FREE, but you do need you to register in order to reserve a place for you. In order to register, visit www.88keysga.com  and click on the Kindermusik link. From there, find the DEMO Class you want, and register – easy! You should get an email confirmation after successfully registering.

New Kindermusik classes

Mrs. Marina Lindblom will once again be teaching some of the Kindermusik classes, which start February 2014 at a BRAND NEW LOCATION! This location is highly convenient, located in Savannah, but close to Pooler (and S. Effingham & Richmond Hill, too), close to shopping and other “need-to-run-errands-after-class” places.

Classes will be at Risen Savior Lutheran Church (1755 Quacco Road) in their beautiful, spacious Fellowship Hall. Visit www.88keysga.com & click on the Kindermusik link to see specific class ages, themes and times. Online enrollment is NOW AVAILABLE!

Coming soon: in-house Kindermusik Studio

Soon Kindermusik will have their very OWN location, giving them the ability to offer classes whenever it’s convenient for YOU, not just their locations. Perks of the future spot include: plenty of space in a colorful, clean Kindermusik “NO SHOES” room, state of the art sound, free wifi, a comfortable waiting room and a nice set up for nursing mothers.

At the studio, Kindermusik will eventually offer one-time playdates as YOU request them, musical birthday parties, private music lessons throughout the
week; free DEMO classes for prospective visitors; weekend and later afternoon classes, preschool and school aged Kindermusik classes, baby
changing and restroom facilities.

Stay connected by signing up for Kindermusik’s e-mail list (visit www.88keysga.com  – click on the Kindermusik link)

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link, Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

UPDATE: Congratulations giveaway winners: Nina Harper, Audrey Ambler, Michelle O’Rourke Fuller!! Please email us at anne@southernmamas.com

The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and bigger than ever with life-size Circus Super Heroes putting on a dazzling display of strength, courage, honor, and bravery, committed to inspire children of all ages!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Super Circus Heroes is coming January 22-26 2014 at The Savannah Civic Center.

This week, we’re giving away 12 tickets (three family four packs of tickets) valid for Wednesday (Jan 22) or Thursday night (Jan 23) performances. That means three SouthernMamas.com readers will each win four tickets valid at either of those two weekday evening shows.

To enter to win tickets to all of the high flying fun and excitement, visit the SouthernMamas.com Facebook page by clicking here.  Like our page if you haven’t already & comment on our wall telling us who your super hero is (in honor of this year’s circus theme: Circus Super Heroes!) We’ll pick a winner Sun. 1/19 & announce it here & on our Facebook page. (SO PLEASE CHECK BACK TO SEE IF YOU WON).

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Super Circus Heroes action-packed super circus is filled with superhuman athleticism, power, and pageantry including: Amazing Asian elephants, horses, camels and more alongside astonishing acrobats, awe-inspiring aerialists and some over-the-top clowns.

Ringling Bros. offers real face-time with performers starting at the interactive All Access Pre-show, which takes place on the arena floor one hour before the show and is FREE TO ALL TICKET HOLDERS. One Ring. A Thousand Memorable Moments. Don’t miss this opportunity to get closer than ever to The Greatest Show On Earth!

For more information, visit www.Ringling.com or visit us on Facebook/Twitter.
All seats are reserved, and tickets are available at Etix by phone at 800-351-7469 and the Savannah Civic Center Box Office. For group rates and information, call toll free: (770) 578-5125 or visit groupticketsplus.com

Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, January 22 7pm
Thursday, January 23 7pm
Friday, January 24 10:30am & 7pm
Saturday, January 25 11am, 3pm, & 7pm
Sunday, January 26 1pm & 5pm

It’s Jan 14…the countdown has begun to Feb 14 Valentine’s Day!

How about ordering your sweetie some Gigi’s?

Gigi’s Cupcakes of Savannah is your go-to spot for Valentine’s Day 2014 with their special Valentine’s menu available from Feb. 13-Feb. 15.

You gotta love the Mini Smooch Box – 12 Valentine mini cupcakes – and the Love Box with four Valentine cupcakes including Midnight Magic, Scarlett’s Red Velvet, Strawberry Shortcake & Wedding Cake.

Stay connected with Gigi’s on Facebook here.

Gigi’s Cupcakes of Savannah is at 5521 Abercorn St., next to Petite Feet and across from the Publix Twelve Oaks Shopping Center.

Gigi’s Cupcakes of Savannah, 5521 Abercorn St, Suite 100,  912.349.2778 or email savannahga@gigiscupcakesusa.com , www.gigiscupcakesusa.com/savannahgeorgia. On Facebook here. Gigi’s Cupcakes of Savannah is a SouthernMamas advertiser.

Toy Chest Cannons & More @ Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill
Now until Fri. Jan 31, 2014 8 AM to 5 PM

Civil War History Event: Come see Fort McAlister Museum’s Monthly Exhibit and display of miniature cannons from the Civil War and more. Gain a new perspective of the weapons that kept McAllister safe from Sea. Historic Site Admission Rates: – $6.50 Adults – $6.00 Seniors (62+) – $3.75 Youth (6-17) – $1.00 Child (under 6) Group rates available with advance notice. 912-727-2339.

Talley Talk on Toy Chest Cannons & More, @ Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill
Sat. Jan 18, 2014 11 AM to 12 PM

Civil War History Event: On the 18th of January, Ranger Talley Kirkland will be standing by to give a talk on the display of miniature cannons and the purpose of their bigger cousins, and the roles they played in the Civil War. Historic Site Admission Rates: – $6.50 Adults – $6.00 Seniors (62+) – $3.75 Youth (6-17) – $1.00 Child (under 6) Group rates available with advance notice. 912-727-2339.

Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill , GA 31324, http://gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister

Yoga for adults & art classes for kids AT THE SAME TIME in Pooler!

Scribble Art Studio & Savannah Yoga in Pooler are syncing up classes for your convenience. Drop the kids of at Scribble in Pooler while you enjoy some yoga.

For questions, visit www.savannahyoga.com or www.thescribbleartstudio.com.

Stay tuned for class days & times.

Email info@scribbleartstudio.com or call 912-713-7376.

Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St Savannah, 31401, (912) 713-7376 email info@thescribbleartstudio.com , www.TheScribbleArtStudio.com , Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

What a romantic giveaway we have this month: a  FREE Homecoming Session with Stayce Koegler Photography in Savannah.

Stayce is a sucker for a good love story. Do you have a soldier coming home soon or know someone that is expecting their loved one back from military duty? Stayce wants to be there!

All you have to do to enter is “like” the Stayce K Photography Facebook page here. On her FB wall, please tell Stayce how long your guy or girl has been gone and how much you’ve missed them! She’ll pick a winner on the 20th of January.

Please say SouthernMamas.com sent you! We’ll announce the winner here & on our SouthernMamas.com Facebook page.

Stay connected with Stayce K Photography by “liking” her Facebook page here.

Stayce Koegler Photography, www.staycekoegler.com, staycekoegler@hotmail.com Stayce Koegler Photography is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Savannah Children’s Theatre is swinging into the new year with bungees, aerial silks and hanging vines for their Main Stage production of DISNEY’S TARZAN the MUSICAL, playing three weekends Jan. 24-Feb. 9 2014

Tickets are going fast, so reserve your seats today.

Tickets are available online and in the box office.

3 weekends only: Jan. 24-26; Jan. 31-February 2; Feb. 7-9
Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm

The Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive, in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S THEATRE, CLICK HERE.

PULSE Art + Technology Festival
January 29 – February 2, 2014
Jepson Center

Telfair Museums’ PULSE Art + Technology Festival offers wildly inventive, interactive technology-based art.

The free, five-day celebration invites the public to participate in amazing interactive art experiences and hands-on workshops. Avant-garde visual artists from around the country present electrifying performances and give lectures that teach and illustrate new art forms. Exciting video art will be projected onto the Jepson Center windows each night to delight festival-goers and passersby.

PULSE is fun for all ages and includes a family day on Sat. Feb. 1 brimming with activities, artists’ demonstrations and performances. PULSE also includes offsite workshops and programs by local partners including Armstrong Atlantic State University, the Savannah College of Art and Design, Indigo Sky Gallery, the Creative Coast and the Savannah Chatham County Public Schools’ STEM Academy.

Click here for the complete PULSE schedule.

Thanks to project funding from the City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs and Hargray, PULSE events are free and open to the public.

Kid-friendly PULSE activities include:

1–4 pm Feb. 1
Free Family Day with activities, artist demos & performers
Special free ‘Make Your Own GIF animation’ workshop for middle and high schoolers begins at 10 am. Registration required, go to http://telfair.co/2014pulseregistration  or call 912.790.8821.

Jan. 25
10 am–12 pm
Pre-PULSE Offsite workshop: How to Make 3D Printed Objects (Ages 12-18) at Armstrong Atlantic State University*
10 am–12 pm
Pre-PULSE workshop: Video Art Workshop (Ages 12-18) Offsite at SCAD’s Hamilton Hall*
*Reservations are required for workshops, please call 912.790.8827.

Jan. 24
3:30-5:30 pm
Pre-PULSE Student Workshop (Ages 12-18) at the Jepson Center. Musical Sculpture with Makey Makey. Workshop with artist Ross Fish.**Reservations are required for workshops, please call 912.790.8827.

Jepson Center, 207 W York St. Savannah, 31401 , http://telfair.org/learn/family-programs Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

FOR MORE LOCAL KIDS’ EVENTS, VISIT OUR EVENTS CALENDAR BY CLICKING HERE.

The Pooler MOPS will be hosting their Annual Pre-school/School/Homeschooling Fair on Wednesday, January 22, 2014, from 9:30 – 11:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Pooler.

If a family is looking for education options for their little ones in the Savannah/Pooler/Rincon area, this is the event to attend. The following schools/organizations have confirmed plans to attend: Veritas Academy, The Habersham School, First Steps in Rincon, Risen Savior, Savannah Classical Academy, The Learning Treehouse in Rincon, a public school representative for answering questions about the lottery and the public school options, Jewish Educational Alliance, Babies Can’t Wait(Early Intervention program), Teach Right, Calvary, Scottish Rite Center at Armstrong, Classical Conversations homeschool group and more! There is going to be a representative from the Savannah-Chatham public school system.

This school fair is open to the public. You do not have to be a MOPS member to attend.

For more information about the Pooler MOPS Fair, check the Pooler MOPS Facebook page by clicking here or contact Christine Darulla at poolermops@gmail.com .

FREE Kids BootCamp
Lake Mayer Pavilion
Monday and Thursdays at 4 pm
For school aged children

No registration, just show up and join in the fun. Sponsored by COPE and Nonstop Fitness – 912.349.4902

Nonstop Fitness & Childhood Obesity Prevention & Education (COPE) sponsor this FREE kids boot camp, at 4 PM every Monday & Thursday at Lake Mayer in Savannah. Bring your kids.

COPE also has begun a free program called Project 10 Kids for children ages 10-17 who need to lose weight and get healthier.  Absolutely free and all needs are provided for participation.  Any adult interested in this for their child should contact Sandy Baker at 912.247.2086 or sbaker@copeforchange.org for more information to get started. This program begins NOW, in January and runs 60-90 days.

Valentine’s Day menu @ The Melting Pot of Savannah Feb 13 through Feb 16.

Spend Valentine’s Day at The Melting Pot of Savannah! Can’t make it in on the 14th? Not to worry, The Melting Pot will begin their Valentine’s Day Special on February 13.  Thursday through Sunday, The Melting Pot will only be offering this 4-course fixed menu. Prices start at $50 per person(excluding tax and gratuity), click here for menu details!

The Melting Pot of Savannah will begin taking reservations on January 15 2014. (912) 349-5676

Stay connected with The Melting Pot of Savannah on Facebook here and on Twitter here.

The Melting Pot, 232 E. Broughton St. Savannah, Ga 31401 tel: 912-349-5676 for reservations, www.meltingpot.com/savannah The Melting Pot of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Stroller Strong Moms Get Fit for 2014 starts Monday at Forsyth, Tuesday at JF Gregory and Thursday at Tom Triplett!

The challenge is for EVERYONE…whether you just had a baby or you consider yourself the most fit mom on earth, GFF2014 is for you! Hold yourself accountable for 10 weeks and see what happens! Only $20!! All entry fees go towards giftcard prizes to the winners.

Newcomers are welcome. JUST SHOW UP!

Click here to sign up.

For more information, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller  Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kids 12 & younger are free Thursday Jan. 16 @ the Savannah Tire Hockey Classic @ Savannah Civic Center.

Save big with family 4-and 5-packs available Friday & Saturday, Jan. 17 & 18.

The STHC is an annual college hockey tournament featuring Georgia, Georgia Tech, Florida, Florida State, South Carolina, The Citadel. January 16-17-18, 2014
@ Savannah Civic Center
http://savannahhockeyclassic.com/
https://www.facebook.com/savannahhockeyclassic

Family Discounts:

Thursday, January 16th
Kids 12 & Under Free with Purchase of Adult Ticket
* Must be purchased at Box Office, not online.

Friday, January 17th
Four Pack: $40
Five Pack: $48
* Regular Mezzanine Tickets are $12 each (Saves $8-12)

Saturday, January 18th
Four Pack: $48 (Plus Fees)
Five Pack: $56 (Plus Fees)
* Regular Mezzanine Tickets are $14 each (Saves $8-14)

Savannah Children’s Museum, special holiday opening Savannah. Details here.

Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah. FREE ADMISSON. Details here.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah. Details here.

Skidaway Is. State Park, Savannah. Details here.

The Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is., S.C. Open MLK Jr. Day 2014, 10 AM-5 PM. Details here.

Lawton Stables, Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head. Is. S.C. Lawton’s free animal farm includes goats, sheep, pot-bellied pigs, ponies, rabbits, a deer named Callie and a Clydesdale named Harley (who loves visitors bearing carrots and apples). Pony rides and horseback riding available for a fee. Details here.

South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston Harbor , S.C. Details here.

Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, Charleston, S.C. Celebrate MLK, Jr. Day from 9am – 5pm.  They’ll have a Peace Parade and more. Details here.

Museum of Science & History (MOSH) & The Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, Jacksonville, Fla. Details here.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Jacksonville, Fla. Details here.

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia, S.C. Details here.

EdVenture Children’s Museum, Columnia, S.C. Details here.

For our weekend daytrips suggestions to kid-friendly places near Savannah that are worth the drive, click here. But be sure to call ahead to confirm those spots listed on our favorite roadtrips page are open on MLK Jr. Day.

FREE Entrance to Fort Pulaski National Monument  on Sept. 27 2014 .

Fort Pulaski National Monument is one of nearly 400 national parks across the country where the park entrance fees will be waived.

More information on free entrance days in the National Parks can be found at www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm  .

FOR MORE LOCAL KIDS’ ACTIVITIES, VISIT OUR EVENTS CALENDAR BY CLICKING HERE.

JUNIOR PARK RANGERS

When you take kids to tour national parks, you never know how much they are getting out of the visit. Especially for those of us moms who aren’t exactly history experts.

Which is why you need to pick up the Junior Ranger booklets at the visitor centers of national parks you visit. The Junior Ranger program kids engage more during the visits.

Junior Ranger booklets have activities about the national parks for ages 5-12. Junior ranger books are free to any visitor and usually are available at the visitors’ centers. Often, similar programs with more advanced activities are also available for older kids. Just ask at the site’s visitor center.

While doing the activities, children enjoy earning a badge and a certificate.

Various national parks that have Junior Ranger programs include:
*Fort Pulaski National Monument, on U.S. 80 en route to Tybee Island. Info on the Fort Pulaski Junior Program here.
*Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie national monuments, Charleston, S.C. Info on these forts Junior Ranger program here.
*Cumberland Island National Seashore, Ga. More info here.

Fort Pulaski National Monument is located on U.S. Highway 80, 15 miles east of Savannah. Learn more at www.nps.gov/fopu and visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/FortPulaskiNPS and Twitter www.twitter.com/FortPulaskiNPS.