GO! Find things to do in Savannah & the Lowcountry with your kids every day of the week in our Events Calendar here. 

Dr. Carly Ryan of Pediatric Associates of Savannah answers your questions on this video for SouthernMamas.com readers.

Questions submitted by readers and answered by Dr. Ryan cover such topics as: at what age to start swim lessons; when to switch from crib to toddler bed; signs of dairy allergy in infants; when to call your pediatrician; signs of postpartum depression; at what age should your baby be sleeping through the night; how do you know if your baby is crying too much; what is ”purple crying” in babies and what to do about it; all the info you need on sterilizing baby bottles, nipples & pacifiers; plus more answers to your questions.

Watch it here. 

Pediatric Associates of Savannah has offices in Savannah, the Islands and Pooler.

Pediatrics Associates of Savannah locations

Pediatric Associates in Savannah
4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100,
Savannah 31404
912.355.2462

Pediatric Associates of Savannah in Pooler
110 Medical Park Drive
Pooler 31322
912.330.5010

Pediatric Associates of Savannah on Whitemarsh Is.
1001 Memorial Dr
Savannah 31410
912.898.9800

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CAMP CALVARY Summer Camp 2021 @ Calvary Day School in Savannah

Come experience a combination of wild games, skill development and a loving atmosphere that will embrace and encourage your child @ Camp Calvary. This week of summer camp week will encourage your camper to grow in self-confidence and independence as well as learn important values such as teamwork and integrity.

REGISTER ONLINE HERE. 

Overview of the Camp
1 week, June 21-June 25
Kindergarten-5th Grade (grade completed)
$200 (Includes daily lunch, group photo, and a camp t-shirt)
+ $50 Non-Refundable registration fee
Camp is 9AM-4PM
Extended Care Options:
Early Care (7:30AM-8:30AM) +$25
Late Care (4:30-5:30PM) +$25
Combined Early and Late Care +$50

CAMP OFFERINGS

Baseball
Learn the proper mechanics of throwing, catching, and hitting. Drills are designed for the beginner as well as the intermediate player.

Cheerleading
Learn the fundamentals of cheerleading through fun and entertaining moves and cheers that will enhance skill development as campers learn the importance of teamwork

Basketball
Learn proper mechanics in dribbling, shooting, and footwork. Drills are designed for the beginner as well as the intermediate player.

Soccer
Learn the fundamentals of soccer through fun and entertaining games that will enhance a player’s skill development as he/she learns the importance of teamwork.

Art
Campers will be given opportunities to work with mixed media throughout the week and bring their masterpieces home.

Drama

Dance

STEM & Science

REGISTER ONLINE HERE. 

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Find Easter Egg Hunts & Festivities for 2021 in the Savannah/Hilton Head Is. Lowcountry area here. 

Summer Camp @ both Sandbox Children’s Museum locations (Hilton Head Is. & Tanger 2 Outlets in Bluffton SC)

This year, the Sandbox will offer both half and full day at both locations.

Registration is weekly only and can be done through the Sandbox  website.

Ages: Hilton Head 4-12years; Tanger 2 Bluffton 6-12 years

See the Sandbox website for themes, policies, and guidelines.

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Two Summer Camps @ Advanced Academics, Pooler 

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Smart Start Academic Summer Camp 2021 @ Advanced Academics, Pooler

Elementary students will have daily activities in Writing, Phonics, Language Arts, Guided Reading, and Guided Math.
Middle school students will have hands-on STEM based activities as we merge core content areas of English, Math, Science and History.

Mon.- Thurs.
For elementary students: 9AM-Noon
For middle school students: 1-4PM

​Enroll online here.

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Advanced Academics
email: adv.aca.mail@gmail.com
912-348-2017
405 Hwy 80, Suite 104
Pooler, GA 31322

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Yes, Savannah and Tybee Island’s St. Patrick’s Day parade & festivities are cancelled for 2021 due to the pandemic.

However, Tybee Island residents plan to celebrate the holiday in a creative, socially-distanced way: the Paint Tybee Ireland Green project with houses and businesses bedecked in green and St. Patrick’s decor.

The socially-distanced celebration will be March 12-20 2021. Maps of participating homes are available here. 

Learn more here. 

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More St. Patrick’s events

Hilton Head St. Patrick’s Parade, Pope Avenue, Sun. March 14, 3PM. Details here.

Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Parade is cancelled. Events celebrating the Celtic Cross Ceremony, Greening of the Fountain, Jasper Green Ceremony and St. Patrick’s Day Mass will be virtual. Details here. 

Toddler Tuesdays nature program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah

Toddler Tuesday is a program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program will meet at the picnic pavilion and will include: singing, fingerplay, a story, an encounter with one of our animals, and a take-home craft.

UPDATE: Cost for the program is $5 for children and $5 for adults.

Registration is required and there are a limited number of spaces so reserve early.

Registration is made online, but the program fees will be paid at the front booth on the day of, and not in advance, so please, if you know you won’t make your reservation, please call and cancel so organizers can open the space for someone on the waitlist.

See the 2021 Toddler Tuesday Winter Schedule and register online here.

Questions about the program? Call 912-395-1517, or email michelle.kelly@sccpss.com

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Kindermusik Savannah March 2021 playdates
Theme: Down on the Farm!
10AM Sat. March 20 or Wed. March 24 2021

Join Kindermusik Savannah for a 40-minute farm-themed class. Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, storytime, and more activities in these musical playdates.

Choose from Saturday March 20 or Wednesday March 24, both at 10AM. You and your child will enjoy a delightful farm-themed musical playdate; plus get to take home an instrument/prop, 10 songs, and a $5 coupon for Kindermusik weekly classes.

Register online here.

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Registration for Scribble Art Studio’s Summer Camp 2021 is now open.

Weekly sessions from June 7 – Aug. 6 2021. Camp is from 9AM – Noon, Monday through Friday, and includes all art materials, two instructors and snacks.

Your young artist will explore different art themes from around the U.S.A. in Scribble’s Ode to the American Road Trip. Space is limited so book your spots today.

Register online here. 

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PICASSO TO HOCKNEY: MODERN ART ON STAGE FREE FAMILY WEEKEND AT TELFAIR MUSEUMS’ JEPSON CENTER
April 16–April 18 2021
Jepson Center
207 W. York St.
Savannah, GA 31401

Local residents are invited to visit the Jepson Center in Savannah free of charge during this three-day weekend April 16-18 2021 to experience the exhibition Picasso to Hockney: Modern Art On Stage.

Take a scavenger hunt based on the exhibition and pick up a free art-making kit for families to enjoy at home.

Theater arts and fashion displays by local students will be featured each afternoon.

Learn more here. 
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We all know the importance of good sleep when it comes to good health. But what do you do when you suffer from sleep problems?

SouthCoast Health has a sleep department that offers help with a variety of common sleep problems including insomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea and more.

Learn more here. 

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Eggstravaganza 2021 @ Georgia State Railroad Museum
655 Louisville Rd, Savannah, GA 31401
Sat. March 27 2021,  10AM-1PM
Come in your most colorful springtime attire, bring your baskets

You’re invited to Eggstravaganza @ Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah on Sat. March 27 2021, 10AM-1PM.

Georgia State Railroad Museum is a large, open-air historic site with plenty of space for safe social distancing. Staff and volunteers handing out treats will be positioned throughout the outdoor museum. Blacksmith demonstrations by Coastal Heritage Society will occur throughout the day as well as a special egg wood turning demonstration by Lowcountry Turners.

Cost to attend Eggstravaganza: $5 per person for all participants, ages 18 months and older.

Pre-registration is required online here.

Registration will close at midnight the day before the event. Admission is free to Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member online here.

Eggstravaganza is sponsored by Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, Dell Technologies and Attorney, Francesca Macchiaverna.

For the safety of all staff and guests, social distancing protocols and enhanced sanitizing procedures will be in place.

All participants are required to wear a face covering for the safety of others.
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Find Easter Egg Hunts & Festivities for 2021 in the Savannah/Hilton Head Is. Lowcountry area here. 

We or one of our loved ones are all struggling with problems related to mental health.

Low Country Counseling in Savannah can help.

See the different topics Low Country Counseling therapists cover here. 

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If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for Individuals, Moms, Couples, Families, Children, and Teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You’re not alone.

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This spring break, join the Art Crime Team (A.C.T.) to solve an art mystery!

The Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s engaging spring break camp encourages creative participation, clue spotting, and ends the week with a mystery solved.

Camp is offered virtually and in two sessions tailored to different ages, 5 to 7 and 8 to 11, over spring break (March 29-April 2).

The virtual morning session for ages 5 to 7 runs from 9:30-11AM and the afternoon session for ages 8 to 11 runs 1- 3PM.

The camp includes an art spy kit with supplies needed for the week’s projects! (Curbside pickup from the Savannah Cultural Arts Center.)

Online registration is now open at savannahga.gov/artcamp.

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Lots of outdoor kids’ happenings at nearby Georgia State Parks including this upcoming Saturday event @ Fort King George State Historic Site in Darien, Ga.

Crafting Days: Wood & Wax
Fort King George State Historic Site
302 McIntosh Rd SE
Darien, GA 31305-4304,
Sat. March 20, 2021 at two times
10AM-Noon
2-3PM
Open to the public
Join rangers for a day outside demonstrating colonial wood-working and candle-making.
Standard site admission is required to attend this program.
Site admission: Adults $7.50, Seniors $7.00, Youth 6-17 $4.50, Youth 5 & younger are FREE
912-437-4770.
Learn more here.

The Savannah Studio is up and running!

Harrison Payne Violin is now accepting students for Spring 2021. All skills levels are welcome.
If interested, text (478) 718-6476 or email harrisonpayneviolin@gmail.com

Visit Harrisonpayneviolin.com for more information.

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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah-Pooler area?

Coastal Pediatrics has offices in Savannah & Pooler.

If you would like to join the Coastal Pediatrics practice, but are unsure if they are participating providers with your insurance, check their list of accepted insurances here.

If you do not see your insurance on their list, please contact their office and check with the receptionist to see if they accept your insurance before making an appointment.

If you already know that Coastal Pediatrics accepts your insurance and you would like to make a new patient appointment, please call 912-353-7744 to schedule the appointment.

Learn more here.

Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322

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Savannah Christian Preparatory School Summer Camps 2021 

Savannah Christian Preparatory School offers programming for nine weeks during summer with many different options. Camp is for students who are rising K-rising 6th grade.

From Tuesday June 1 to Friday July 31, SCPS has athletic, academic, artistic & summer day camps running every week. There is something for everyone.

Learn more & register online here. 

If you have questions or would like to speak to someone in our office, please email scsummerinfo@savcps.com or call 912-234-1653

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Coastal Heritage Society in Savannah will host Family Day on Sat. March 13 2021 at all six of its museums including Savannah Children’s Museum, Georgia State Railroad Museum & Old Fort Jackson. Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits and engaging tours at each site through family-friendly, immersive activities that illustrate the narratives of Savannah’s past.

Georgia State Railroad Museum will have blacksmithing demonstrations throughout the day and will once again welcome visitors to take a Site Tour by Train.

Savannah Children’s Museum will have several activities including crafts, a scavenger hunt and a bottle rocket launch at noon.

Savannah History Museum will feature the popular Loyalists & Liberty Tours from 10am to 2pm.

Old Fort Jackson will thrill guests with cannon firings at 11am and 2pm.

Harper Fowlkes House and PinPoint Heritage Museum will host daily interpretation and guided tours.

Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah Children’s Museum, Old Fort Jackson, Pin Point Heritage Museum, and the Loyalists & Liberty Tour @ Savannah History Museum all feature large, open-air spaces and all sites will employ enhanced sanitizing and distancing protocols.

Admissions information and online ticket sales are available online here.

Site Tours by Train are limited and boarding passes are issued on a first come, first served basis.

As always, Coastal Heritage Society Members receive FREE admission. Become a member online here.

For the safety of all staff and guests, staff and guests are required to wear face coverings. Visitors are asked to adhere to City of Savannah, Chatham County, CDC mask regulations and recommendations.

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St. Andrew’s School in Savannah is hosting a free virtual speaker series, Landscapes of the Future, this spring 2021.

The three topics include:
1) The Future of Industry and Work on Thursday, March 25 2021 at 5 p.m.
2) The Future of College Thursday, April 8 2021 at 5 p.m.
3) The Future of Education Thursday, April 22 2021 at 5 p.m.

The series is free and open to the public.

Call St. Andrew’s at 912.897.4941 for more information or to receive the link to register.

To register for any of the sessions below, email Amanda Groves at grovesa@saslions.com or call 912.897.4941.

The Future of Industry and Work
Thursday, March 25 at 5 p.m.
What skills and capacities will organizations and individuals need to succeed in the landscape emerging through the
disruptions and accelerations of the pandemic? Ian Symmonds, strategist and thought leader, will share his predictions
for major shifts in the ways in which industries move forward as a result of the accelerated pace of change and the impact
of these changes for education. This is a unique opportunity to hear from and engage with Ian, whose expertise keeps
his time in high demand by national organizations and conferences. There will also be time for facilitated discussion
following the presentation.

The Future of College
Thursday, April 8 at 5 p.m.
In what ways might shifts in higher education influence education more broadly? What should current and future
applicants consider, know, and plan for? The past year has accelerated change in the landscape of college admissions.
As a result of the pandemic and the national conversations around racial equity, schools have shifted to test-optional
applications and revised evaluation processes for incoming students. While some adjustments are temporary, there may
be long-awaited changes that remain or evolve as an outcome of the pandemic. Join Mrs. Wendy Sutton, an experienced
College Counselor and past admissions professional at the college level, to explore these trends and questions.

The Future of Education
Thursday, April 22 at 5 p.m.
What knowledge, skills, and capacities will be necessary and valuable in the future of industry and work? In preparation
for higher education? The current model for schooling is the legacy of the industrial revolution. With the accelerated
pace of change, and convergence of research in several fields related to education, what are those elements of educational
practice that help us develop our children into strong citizens and agile professionals? We invite you to join Dr. Kelley
Waldron and Mr. Ryan Martin in exploring some predictions for the future of K-12 education. Dr. Waldron has presented
on this topic at national and regional conferences, and currently serves on the SAIS Board of Trustees. Mr. Martin is a
career, independent school leader who has guided change initiatives in several independent school communities.

St. Andrew’s is an independent, International Baccalaureate World School in Savannah inspiring young people age 3 through grade 12.

To register for any of the above sessions, email Amanda Groves at grovesa@saslions.com or call 912.897.4941.

Savannah Children’s Museum, open Wed-Sat, 9:30AM-2:30PM, depending on weather

All Coastal Heritage Society historic sites and museums in Savannah reopened to the public Thurs. March 4 2021.

There will also be a special Family Day on March 13 2021. Details here.

New operating hours are as follows:

Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah History Museum, and Old Fort Jackson will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM to 4PM.

Savannah Children’s Museum will be open Wednesday through Saturday from 9:30AM to 2:30PM.

Pin Point Heritage Museum will be open Thursday through Saturday from 9AM to 4PM.

Harper Fowlkes House will be open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 10AM to 3PM. *Special opening on Thursday, March 4th from 10AM to 3PM.

Admissions information and online ticket sales are available online here.

As always, Coastal Heritage Society Members receive FREE admission. Become a member online here.

For the safety of all staff and guests, social distancing protocols will be observed, implementing enhanced sanitizing procedures Both staff and guests are required to wear masks. Visitors are asked to adhere to the City of Savannah, Chatham County Commission and CDC mask regulations and recommendations.

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Join the Savannah Cultural Arts Center virtually every other Saturday morning at 10:30AM for interactive read-alouds of some of your favorite children’s books, and maybe discover a few new stories too. Each engaging story is accompanied by an arts activity to enhance the literary experience. This free program runs every other week for children ages 3 to 7.

Please register online here by Friday at noon the day before your preferred session(s) to make sure you receive the Zoom invitation and art activity information.

March 13 – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett

March 27 – Yayoi Kusama Covered Everything in Dots and Wasn’t Sorry by Fausto Gilberti

Find more storytime info online here.

Register online here.