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The Ballet School in Piccadilly Square on Savannah’s Southside offers a variety of Fall 2016 dance classes for all ages & experience levels – including adult ballet!
NEW SEASON @ The Ballet School of Savannah begins MONDAY, AUGUST 8th, 2016!
Classes include:
“Mommy & Me”
(18 months – 3 years old)
Sept 6 – Oct 25, 2016
8 week session
Click HERE to REGISTER.
Tippy Toes
(2 – 3 years old)
Sept 6 – Nov 22, 2016
12 week session
Click HERE to REGISTER
For more classes @ The Ballet School of Savannah, click here.
The Ballet School, 10010 Abercorn Street, Suite 8, Piccadilly Square, Savannah, 31406 (912)925-0903, email theballetschool@comcast.net, www.theballetschoolsav.com On Facebook here. The Ballet School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Savannah Climbing Coop – a community-based climbing gym on Victory Drive – is fun place to bring the kids to burn off some energy & learn to climb.
WEEKLY DEALS
Wednesday – Ladies Day – $5 to climb!
Thursday – Dude’s Day – $5 to climb!
Friday – First Time Fridays (FREE shoe rental for FIRST time climbers)
Saturday – Bring a SPOTTER! (Buy one day pass & get the 2nd for 1/2 OFF!)
HOURS
Tue-Thu: 6PM-10PM
Sat: Noon – 6:30PM
Sun: Noon – 5PM
Bouldering 101 can be scheduled in advance with 2 or more climbers. The class, day pass, and shoe rental are included for $25/climber. This is a way to build a foundation and get off to the right start.
Savannah Climbing Coop
302 W Victory Drive, Suite D
Savannah, GA 31405
The Climbing Coop is upstairs in Victory Plaza West above the Super Kids Variety Store on the corner of Victory and Jefferson. On street parking on Jefferson and a lot in the front of building.
For more details, click here.
This weekly summer film series – presented by Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary & the Tybee Post Theater – will highlight the wonders of the ocean and our Georgia coast.
Enjoy award-winning films about the undersea world that promise to be fun and entertaining for the whole family. A Gray’s Reef representative will be on hand to provide a brief overview of the national marine sanctuary and the evening’s film as well as provide an opportunity for audience Q & A following the film.
This 7-week series continues each Tuesday night at 7PM through Aug. 16.
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Schedule
Aug. 2: “True Tales of Pirates” and “Lighthouses of the Southeast”
Aug. 9: “Lost & Found” & “The Current,”
Aug. 16: “Ocean Frontiers”
All include talks with experts, and in some cases, the filmmakers themselves.
Suggested donation: $5 with all proceeds benefiting the non-profit Tybee Post Theater and Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.
The Tybee Post Theater concession stand will sell beer, wine, soft drinks, hot popcorn, candy. Doors will open 30 minutes before each show.
For complete film listings, visit tybeeposttheater.org or call 912-472-4790.
LOCATION
The Tybee Post Theater
10 Van Horne Ave.
Tybee Island, GA 31328
Legacy Irish Dance Academy Fall 2016 classes in Savannah – including FREE boys class – start Aug. 16.
Legacy will waive their $50 registration fee when you mention you read about Legacy on SouthernMamas.com.
BOTH tots and a beginner classes are offered. Tots start at age 3.
Boys are FREE!
Cost: $60 a month and a all dancers will receive a class tee.
Classes will be in a brand new studio at 7210 Skidaway Rd.
Class times are: 5:30-6:15PM so you can bring your kids after you leave work.
To register, click here or call
Legacy Irish Dance Academy, 7210 Skidaway Road, Savannah, (912) 484-7038 On Facebook here On Twitter here. Legacy Irish Dance Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
English Portrait Artist Tony Troy is currently in Savannah accepting commissions for classical portraits.
Think what amazing gifts such a portrait would make!
For appointments and sittings please call 609-231-6195 or email tonytroyart@gmail.com.
See more examples of this work here.
Tony Troy Art, email tonytroyart@gmail.com. ,609-231-6195 On Facebook here . Tony Troy Art is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.
Mathnasium of Savannah Midtown is having a FREE games night this Saturday July 30, 5 -7PM.
Come and play giant chess and giant Connect 4 and many other fun games suitable FOR ALL AGES.
Pizza will be served! So parents can enjoy a childfree dinner our or back to school shopping while Mathnasium entertains your students!
RSVP to savannahmidtown@mathnasium.com or call 912-355-5678.
Open to ALL children 1st grade & older.
Mathnasium of Savannah Midtown
912-355-5678
(next to TJ MAXX)
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Join the Kindermusik Savannah community this August.
Bring your little ones ages 0-7 to a join a Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys Piano where you can make music and learn together as a family, and above all, have fun. Classes Mondays and Tuesdays, with special Wednesday & Saturday events as well.
Check out kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info. Kindermusik Savannah can’t wait to see you this month. Call 912.988.KEYS for more info or to try a FREE class today.
Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com, email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Pediatrics Associates of Savannah invites you to a free “Baby Basics” class Thursday Aug. 4 at 6PM.
This class is FREE to expectant families (but reservations requested).
Come join Dr Brandy Gheesling (pictured here) or one of Pediatrics Associates other 9 Board Certified Pediatricians.
Held after office hours the first Thursday of each month, at the Waters Ave location. Space will be limited, so to register or for more information about the class please email BabyBasics@pedsav.com.
More info here.
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New to the area & in need of a pediatrician? Pediatric Associates of Savannah has offices in Savannah, the Islands and Pooler. Learn more here.
Stay connected with Pediatric Associates of Savannah & informed about children’s health news, by ‘liking’ Pediatric Associates of Savannah on Facebook here.
Pediatric Associates of Savannah, 4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100 Savannah, 31404-6702, (912) 355-2462, www.pedsav.comOn Facebook here. Pediatric Associates of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Summer 2016 may be coming to a close but Two Sisters Travel doesn’t want the fun to end! For the first EVER, they’re offering a FREE Disney Gift Card up to $75 for planning a last minute Walt Disney World getaway!
That’s right… book a Walt Disney World resort & ticket package with Two Sisters Travel and they’ll give you a FREE gift card. You choose how you’ll spend it: souvenirs, Mickey Ears, or maybe even a few extra Dole Whips!
How it works:
– Book any Walt Disney World Value Resort; earn a $25 Disney Gift Card
– Book any Walt Disney World Moderate Resort; earn a $50 Disney Gift Card
– Book any Walt Disney World Resort Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort; earn a $75 Disney Gift Card
This limited offer is available for travel no later than Sept. 30, 2016. Packages must be a minimum 4-night stay with minimum 3-day Magic Your Way tickets. Combine your package with a dining plan for more value.
And you can also take advantage of special savings of up to 25% off your Walt Disney World Resort stay when you book by Aug. 31.
If you missed planning a “big” summer vacation or simply need one more hoorah before it’s back to school, this IS your chance to save AND score a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD UP TO $75 !
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime deal. Get a no-obligation quote online now or call 843-284-3241.
Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel
843.284.3241
Become a Facebook fan at facebook.com/twosisterstravel
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There’s still some time to join in the fun before school starts @ Scribble Art Studio in Savannah. Daily and weekly camps PLUS Open Studio drop-off or drop-in! Monday thru Friday, come see Scribble and make some art.
New art kits for Open Studio include:
And lots more.
Drop In or Drop Off during Open Studio to make your own. Parents can Drop In or Drop Off (for ages 4+; ages 3 & younger a caregiver is required to stay). Mon-Fri, 1-4:30PM. No reservations necessary.
Scribble Art Studio is at 212 E 37th St, Savannah, 31401
Scribble Art Studio in Savannah also offers art summer camps 2016 for little & big kids.
To learn more about Scribble’s summer camps, art classes & children’s birthdays in Savannah, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com
For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
“Big Summer Blowout” End of Summer Celebration @ Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.
10AM-2PM Wed. Aug. 3
School is just around the corner so come for an end of summer celebration.
Special visitor “Olaf” will be there for photo op between 11AM-1PM, outside activities (weather permitting) include bounce house, building blocks, facepainting by Morgan’s Mommy Facepainting People and more.
Inside activities include all our hands on exhibits, special arts and crafts and a scavenger hunt.
A light picnic lunch is also included so don’t miss out on the dog days of the summer at The Sandbox!
Event admission is $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Military and senior discounts are available.
First come, first serve. Space and activities limited in the event of rain.
(Sorry, coupons not valid for special event)
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August 11 – FREE Countdown to Kindergarten
5-7PM
The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum invites all rising kindergartners and their families to the annual Countdown to Kindergarten Celebration. The celebration will provide parents with a helpful school readiness checklist of things children need to know before starting kindergarten. Families can connect with representatives from a variety of community organizations to learn about educational, health and local resources available to them. Children of all ages will enjoy fun games and activities, free admission to the museum and receive fun take home items to help them start the school year off right!
COST: FREE.
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The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 18-A Pope Avenue, next to St. Andrew’s by the Sea United Methodist Church, Hilton Head Is., 29928 www.thesandbox.org The Sandbox Children’s Museum is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
FOR MORE LOCAL PARENT & ME ACTIVITIES TO DO WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER, CLICK HERE.
UPDATE: THE DATE OF THIS EVENT WAS CHANGED TO OCT. 22 2016. Details here.
Reebok Crossfit Coastal Carolina, First Baptist Church and the Island Recreation Center present “Courage”, a Kid’s Adventure Race.
The Kids’ Adventure Race is Sat. Oct. 22 2016 @ 8AM First Baptist Church Hilton Head, where the race will take you through the beautiful acreage of FBC, navigating and competing through obstacles and forest trails.
The event is fun for all ages and will include heats for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-17.
Learn more here.
Race Details
Age Groups:
Ages 5-8: 1 mile with 9-12 obstacles/challenges
Ages 9-12: 2-3 mile with 12-15 obstacles/challenges
Ages: 13-17: 3-4 mile with 12-15 obstacles/challenges
Registration Fee
$25 per race entry (includes adventure race shirt)
More details here.
Race Day Info
Please make sure your children wear long socks to ensure safety and clothes that can get dirty and stay dirty.
Awards
First 125 participants will receive a race shirt.
Top three finishers from each age group will be awarded race medals.
Big bro or sis off to school soon?
Enjoy some special time with your little one – join a Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys Piano class today. First class is free!
Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or call 912.988.KEYS for more info. Themes are “Busy Days” for babies under 2, “Time for Lunch” for toddlers 2-3, and “In my Garden” for Tuesday family class- ages 0-7.
Private musical instrument lessons
Interested in private instrument lessons in the Bloomingdale area? 88 Keys Piano is starting up lessons at our studio in the fall. Email music@88keysga.com for more info today.
Violin, viola, cello & piano available.
Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com, email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Can’t get enough of summer?
Make it last a little longer by taking part in the sailing lessons offered by Savannah Sailing Center at Lake Mayer.
Fun instructors, beautiful setting, great introduction to the sport. The Sailing Center offers Saturday lessons during the year, noon-4PM @ Lake Mayer on the following dates:
Aug. 6.20 & 27;
Sept. 10,17 & 24
Oct. 15, 22 & 29.
Sailing lessons for both adults and children ages 8 & older are available on scheduled Saturdays. The course includes 4 hours of instruction, follows the US Sailing curriculum, and is documented with the US Sailing certification record book. Students are required to call or email the office to register for lessons.
Cost
SSC Member- $55/lesson
Non SSC Member – $75/lesson
SSC Certified Member Open Sail- $10/person
Learn more here.
To register call 912-352-9996 or email savsailing@yahoo.com
Attention new & expectant parents.
Memorial Health’s free email program – Mommy Mail – for expectant and new parents includes customized information, news and resources tailored to your specific stage of pregnancy and/or your child’s age—as well as announcements from their staff and access to support information—all conveniently delivered right to you.
As you prepare for childbirth and caring for your new baby, this program allows Memorial Health staff to touch base with you by email each week to make sure you have additional support on your journey into parenthood.
Sign up here or text mommymail to 313131
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Preschool searching in Savannah for 2016-17?
Maggie’s Morning School in Savannah has limited openings in their preschool 3’s /4’s class.
Recently voted BEST by Savannah Magazine and Connect Savannah, Maggie’s Morning School currently has limited openings for Preschool 3’s and 4’s class (not the state funded Pre-K).
Choose from 2, 3 or 5 half days or full days. Open House is Thursday, August 4 from 3-5 p.m.
School starts Mon. Aug. 8.
Maggie’s Morning School is starting their 35th school year! Come visit and see why we are called “The Creative Alternative”.
Maggie’s Morning School, 6610 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31405, www.maggiesmorningschool.org, On Facebook here. (912) 352-8404, (912) 352-8065 Maggie’s Morning School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.