HWY 21 DRIVE IN, BEAUFORT, S.C.

If your Summer 2017 to-do bucket list includes hauling the kids to an old-fashioned Drive In movie theater like ours does, check out Hwy. 21 Drive In in Beaufort, S.C.

The Drive In accepts most major credit cards.

For directions or to see what’s playing, click here or follow the Drive In on Facebook here.

Hwy 21 Drive In, 55 Parker Dr, Beaufort, South Carolina 29906, tel (843) 846-4500, Email hwy21drivein@embarqmail.com, hwy21drivein.com

JESUP DRIVE-IN

There’s also a drive in theatre in Jesup, Ga., which is a farther trek from Savannah than Beaufort. For info on the Jesup Drive-In schedule, click here
Follow the Jesup Drive-In on Facebook here.

Jesup Drive-In, 3686 Savannah Hwy. Jesup, Ga 31545 tel 912-559-2183 (office) or 912-427-7254 movieline, email jesupdrivein@yahoo.com, http://www.jesupdrivein.com

Visit our Savannah-Lowcountry Area Summer Camps 2017 directory here to help you find the type of camps you and your children are looking for this summer.

The guide includes a variety of camps – arts, dance, languages, sports, STEM, enrichment – as well as camps for all ages including pre-school.

If you want to advertise a summer camp in the guide, please email anne@southernmamas.com.

Click here to find the perfect camp for your child for Summer 2017.

I’m a Maker Summer Camp – Wooden Puzzle Boxes @ Maven Makers, Savannah

Make your very own Japanese inspired puzzle box while learning the essentials of woodworking.

This camp is for 11-14 year olds. Camp is June 19-23 2017, 9AM-1PM.

Learn more here. 

Maven Makers offers a variety of summer camps & youth workshops. Learn more here.

The Maven Makers shop, 415 West Boundary St. Savannah, 31401, email events@mavenmakers.com Maven Makers is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Carson Fortner’s Pooler Karate offers seminars to help you or your children learn self-defense techniques.

Pooler Karate is a family-oriented martial arts school that offers programs to children and adults ages two and older.

Kids’ Anti-Abduction Seminar @ Pooler Karate
June 23, 4-5PM. Cost: $35.
To register, call (912) 748-7111 or email info@PoolerKarateTSD.com

Women’s Self-Defense Seminar 
Learn hands-on self defense techniques
Taught by Grand Master Cox
June 23, 5-7PM. Cost is $35.
To register, call (912) 748-7111 or email  info@PoolerKarateTSD.com

Stay connected with Pooler Karate by liking them on Facebook here. 

Pooler Karate, 10 Towne Center Blvd #200, Pooler, GA, (912) 748-7111, email poolerkarate@gmail.com. Pooler Karate is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Coastal Heritage Society invites the public to attend STEAM Fest, a new event designed to share STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) education initiatives @ Georgia State Railroad Museum.

STEAM Fest also celebrates the launch the summer season of steam site tours by rail at Georgia State Railroad Museum.

The event will be Sat. June 24, 10AM-4PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401.

Community partners will include: Savannah Technical College sharing about their internationally recognized Historic Preservation program, the Savannah Riverkeeper demonstrating the science behind water quality testing and STEAM Savannah will be discussing their summer program focused on young creators and builders.

Snapology and Maven Makers will also provide STEAM-based activities for event attendees.

Jesse Rosenblum, the Nutrition and Garden Coordinator for Savannah Children’s Museum will lead a Charlie Cart demonstration focused on the chemistry of cooking.

Georgia State Railroad Museum will offer enhanced programming throughout the day, including executive railcar tours, hand car activities, steam site tours by rail, plus steam power and Bernoulli’s Principle demonstrations.

Cost

Admission to STEAM Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Georgia State Railroad Museum, $10 for adults and $6 for children under 12. This event is FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Find info on how to become a member here.

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Fall 2017 registration is now open for Do-Re-We early childhood music education classes in Savannah

Register online here for the Fall 2017 session that runs Sept. 11-Nov. 20 2017.

Do-Re-We music & movement sessions incorporate the philosophy  Zoltan Kodály with early childhood learning theory and methodology.

Each week, you and your child will spend 30 minutes engaging in songs, bounces, games, and music-making classes tailored to her development level. While you giggle, dance, and sing, your baby will be developing early skills vital to healthy brain development.

Your instructor, Rebecca Flaherty, is a classically-trained musician with a master’s degree in voice performance, and Kodály I certification.

​Week 1: September 11
Week 10: November 20
​*Classes will not meet the week of October 16
Tuesdays
9:30 – 10AM Toddlers (13-24 months)
10:15 – 10:45AM 2-3 Years
​11AM- 11:30AM 4-5 Years
11:45AM-12:15PM Infants​
​Thursdays
9:30 – 10AM Infants (0-12 months)
10:15 – 10:45AM Toddlers (13-24 months)
​11 – 11:30AM 2-3 Years

Location
White Bluff Presbyterian Church
10710 White Bluff Road
​Savannah, GA

Siblings are welcome in class; please list them so that Mrs. Becca can have enough materials for them to participate.

Questions? Call or text 912.398.7800.

Stay connected and see photos of Do Re We classes on Facebook here. 

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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.

Suggested donation: $5 with all proceeds benefiting the non-profit Tybee Post Theater and Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

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 series continues each Tuesday night at 7PM

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Schedule

June 13: Turtle: The Incredible Journey

June 20: Of the Sea

June 27: Maritime Week

July 11: GPB Preview: Rare – Creatures of the Photo Ark & Ocean Frontiers III

July 18: Life on the Reef

July 25: Shifting Baselines

Aug. 1: Winter, the Dolphin That Can

All include talks with experts, and in some cases, the filmmakers themselves.

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

Congratulations to high school students Albert Grandy and Abigail Kahn, both rising juniors at Savannah Country Day School, who recently attended the Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) 2017 Georgia-Southeast Leadership Seminar at Georgia College in Milledgeville.

The three-day leadership conference, June 9-11, hosted more than 145 high school sophomores for an opportunity to participate in hands-on group activities and explore their own personal leadership skills while learning how to apply them in becoming effective, ethical leaders in their community.

About Savannah Country Day School

Savannah Country Day School (JK-12) is a Savannah preeminent college preparatory school providing a rigorous, supportive learning environment, especially for students who wish to challenge themselves with high expectations.

Savannah Country Day School, 824 Stillwood Dr., Savannah, GA 31419-2643, 912-925-8800, Savannah Country Day School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

There’s always something creative for kids to do during the summer @ Henny Penny Art Space & Café in Savannah.

* Open Studio, M-F 10AM-4PM, Saturdays 10AM-5PM. All ages. Cost: $5. Different themes each week. See calendar illustration above for themes.

* Toddler Time Play Doh Play Dates, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10AM-4PM. All ages. $5. Cookie cutters, rolling pins, Henny Penny has everything needed to make wonderful play doh creations in their mini kitchen.

* Story Time Art with Ms. Jami, Mondays 10:30AM-12:30PM, $5. Ms Jami will read a story, then kids create a work of art inspired by the story. All ages.

* Petite Picassos, Fridays, 10AM-4PM. All ages. $5. Kids paint at petite sized easels while you can sit back & relax with a coffee. Henny Penny provides your budding artist with everything needed to make their own masterpiece.

* Calling All Animal Lovers: Paint an Animal Canvas, Saturdays 9AM-5PM, $5 (kids will get an animal canvas to paint). All ages

* Art Kits for Anytime, suggested ages on the kits, cost $5, $15, $20.

Henny Penny is located at 1514 Bull St. Savannah.

Nestled just blocks from Forsyth Park, Henny Penny Art Space and Cafe also provides custom-designed arts and crafts kits for all ages, workshops, classes, and is available for booking birthday parties.

Foxy Loxy Cafe & Scribble Art Studio opened Henny Penny earlier this year.

Henny Penny offers regular programs for children. See all the programs here. 

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Is cruising on your vacation wish list this year or next? If so, Two Sisters Travel has the details on the BIGGEST deals, and now is the time to book an exciting Royal Caribbean cruise vacation.

Take advantage of the popular Kids Sail Free promotion available on select, 5-night or longer itineraries. And you can combine this with the Sail Away Bonus of instant savings up to $150!

For families, Royal Caribbean offers exciting amenities such as the DreamWorks Experience or Land & Sea packages with Universal Studios Orlando. For anyone seeking a more couples only escape there’s plenty of spaces onboard just for adults.

This deal is available on most itineraries including popular destinations like the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, & more. No matter the adventure you’re seeking Royal Caribbean has it.

Hurry, let Two Sisters Travel book your Royal Caribbean cruise vacation now, availability is limited and these deals end soon. Get a no-obligation vacation quote online 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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Now hiring: an experienced Dental Assistant and Dental Receptionist at Southern Dental Center in Savannah.

Job highlights include:

-Hours Mon-Friday 8AM-5PM
-Dental Assistant and Dental Business Assistant, Savannah GA
-Full benefits including paid vacation and holidays
-Endless growth opportunity
-Dental Experience is required

All interested candidates should email Eserzega@heartland.com

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Savannah United’s summer camps 2017 are the perfect way to keep your soccer player active while school’s out. Savannah United offer a variety of soccer camps for all ages, from toddlers to teens, and it’s a great way to get kids outdoors.

Savannah United’s certified coaches not only help improve their soccer game, but also their self-confidence and team building skills. Summer soccer camp options include:

Coever Skills Camp (June 19-23) This soccer camp is for ages 8-17.
Micro Skills Camp (June 19-23) This soccer camp is for ages 4-8.
Elite Soccer Camp (July 10-14) This soccer camp is for ages 8-18.
Goalkeeper/Striker Camp (July 24-28) This soccer camp is for ages 8-19.

To register, click here. 

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Summer Soccer Camp @ Risen Savior Christian Academy in Pooler.

Children ages 4-12 are invited to participate. Camp will be June 21-23 @ Pooler Rec, 6-8:30PM.

Learn more at www.risensaviorgeorgia.com 

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About Risen Savior Christian Academy 

Risen Savior Christian Academy
1755 Quacco Road
Pooler Ga. 313122
912.925.9431

Learn more: www.risensaviorgeorgia.com

Risen Savior Christian Academy offers preschool for ages 2, 3 and 4 year olds, Kindergarten and Grade 1-4.

Stay connected to Risen Savior Christian Academy by liking their Facebook page here. 

For more information, please call 912.925.9431.

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Congratulations to the Class of 2017 @ St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island with over $1.6 million in merit and talent scholarships (excluding HOPE) for 41 seniors!

About St. Andrew’s

St. Andrew’s is a college preparatory school for Pre-K3 through Grade 12 located on Wilmington Island, Savannah.

The independent school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and has been recognized
for the past five years as an Apple Distinguished School. St. Andrew’s School was named best Savannah private school in Savannah Magazine in 2016.

NEW: Beginning in Fall 2017, St. Andrew’s offers FREE A.M. bus service with centralized pick up locations in Sandfly and on Skidaway Island.

For more information, visit saslions.com

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, www.saintschool.com , email admission@saintschool.com  On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Looking for a beneficial, delightful, and heart warming activity that you can do together WITH your little ones this summer?

Wanting to give your 0-7 year old an early love and appreciation for music?

Looking for a high-energy, neighborhood-feel musical family where you AND your child can make new friends?

Join a Kindermusik class with 88 Keys Piano in Savannah and experience what 99.9% of our families say they would recommend to their friends.

Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com and ask about their introductory free class! 912-988-KEYS.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com,  email music@kindermusikwith88keys.com or info@kindermusikwith88keys.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Saturdays are for Making.

Bring your young maker by for a 2-hour workshop on molding their own crayons and make their own wooden puzzle cube @ Maven Makers in Savannah, a makerspace that supplies tools, training, and workshops in a variety of industrial and artisan fields.

The program is for ages 7-10 (but all ages welcome). Kids mold their own crayons, make their very own wooden puzzle cube.

Every paid registration includes one wooden puzzle cube, 4-5 Savannah inspired molded crayons to take home.

Workshop is 10AM-Noon or 2-4PM on Saturdays in June & July. Come for one Saturday or every Saturday.

The Maven Makers shop, 415 West Boundary St. Savannah, 31401, email events@mavenmakers.com Maven Makers is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Summit Gymnastics in Savannah offers regular Tiny Tots Playtime for children ages 5 & younger and their caregivers during Summer 2017.

Kids can enjoy trampoline, foam in-ground pit, bars, balance beams & more.

Tiny Tots Playtime
9:30-11AM Tuesdays & Thursdays
Call ahead to confirm: 912.921.1034
$5 per child (Cash only)
For ages 5 & younger

Summit Gymnastics, 74 W Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, 31406, (912) 921-1034, On Facebook here. Summit Gymnastics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Summer in Savannah means time for free spray pools in some Savannah parks.

Kids can enjoy a cool water experience at the park under adult supervision.

Locations include: Avondale, Hull Park, Forrest Hills, Forsyth Park Paulsen, 38th Street Park, Savannah Gardens, and Victory Heights Parks.

Learn more here.

For the 2017 Summer Season, spray pools at the parks listed above will open May 30 through July 21, Monday-Friday, 10 AM-3 PM

Forsyth Park spray pool hours during Summer 2017: Monday-Friday, 10AM-6PM;
Saturday, 10AM-6PM; Sunday, Noon-6PM

Hull Park (55th Street & Atlantic Avenue in Ardsley Park) spray pool Saturday hours: 10AM-3PM; Monday-Friday 10AM-3PM. Often this spray pool may on at other times, too.

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Ellis Square fountain

Ellis Square @ Barnard and West Congress streets next to City Market in downtown Savannah also has an interactive fountain where kids can play in the water (Ellis Square also has restrooms & a variety of seating options) No set hours for when the fountain is on and there’s no city-provided adult supervision like there is at the fountains listed above.

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FOR MORE SAVANNAH KIDS’ SUMMER ACTIVITIES, CLICK HERE. 

Summer is a fun time to visit The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

Enjoy the museum’s new summer hours (now open on Monday) and their new Membership Benefits. Now’s the perfect time to become a member and receive member discounts on Summer Camp, Parent’s Night Out, and MORE.

JUNE HOURS @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.
Sunday: Closed | Monday-Saturday: 10AM – 5PM

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Summer Camps @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. 

WEEKLY 8:30-11:30am / MONDAY-FRIDAY July 3-28
Summer Camp at The Sandbox is uniquely designed for kids 3-11. Your children will enjoy supervised play time in the Museum, fun activities and crafts pertaining to a weekly theme, educational activities and messy fun!

Don’t delay registering for this popular camp – the week of July 3rd is already SOLD OUT!

Cost: Weekly and Daily Pricing Available/Members Receive Discount

Click here for more summer camp information and pricing details or call (843) 842-7645 to sign up now.

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Parents Night Out

Wednesday & Thursday evenings, July 5-27, 6-9PM
Treat yourself to a parents night out while your kids (imaginations) run wild! Children ages 3-9 years will enjoy playing in our hands-on exhibits and activity areas. A staff-supervised arts and crafts activity and a pizza dinner will also be provided.

Cost: $30/child or $20/child for Siblings & Members
24-hour advanced reservations are highly recommended
Call (843) 842-7645 to sign up now. Details here. 

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