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STEM Night @ Calvary Day School, Savannah
Interested in Calvary Day School in Savannah?
Calvary Day School presents FAMILY STEM NIGHT on Tues. Nov. 1 2022, 5-7PM.
Featuring hands-on activities, problem solving experiments, demonstrations, and interactive Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math lessons for all ages.
This will be a fun family event, and Calvary’s excited to show all they have to offer! Questions? Email nhebling@calvarydayschool.com
Calvary Day School
4625 Waters Ave, Savannah
Pre-K through 12th grade
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To learn more about Calvary Day School, visit their website at www.calvarydayschool.com.
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Your kids can learn a new skill, get creative @ new Savannah Cultural Art Center classes
A new round of classes has begun at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center and there is still time to join! From dance to visual art classes, everyone has a chance to create.
Find the schedule and register today online here.
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Poppell Farms pumpkin patch, maze, hayrides open weekends in October
Poppell Farms – a daytrip from Savannah- includes a pumpkin patch, maze, hayrides, farm fun, giant outdoor jumping pillows, barnyard & farm games & activities.
Poppell’s annual Fall Festival celebration Oct. 2-30 2022.
Get lost in Poppell Farms’ tall sorghum maze, enjoy wagon hayrides and the Pumpkin Patch! Stay after dark on Friday and Saturday nights to explore the maze with a flashlight (it’s NOT haunted). Beginning October 7, brave the Haunted Trail through the woods after dark.
Open every Friday night, Saturday (day and night) and Sunday from October 2-30, 2022.
Learn more here.
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Oct. 30, 2022
Sensory Sensitive Morning
Poppell Farm gates will open at 10AM this Sun. Oct. 30 to accommodate children with special needs and their families. Farm and hayride music will be turned off and all loud noises will be minimized. There will be no large crowds or long lines. The hayride will be constantly running to avoid wait times.
Gates for all other visitors will open at Noon.
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Come participate in a community parade of light.
At the FREE Lantern Parade 2022 on HIlton Head Is., every participant will have a lantern to march. Each lantern will be a representation of our history, our ecology, our recreation or ourselves.
Lantern Kits Available for Purchase at the Coastal Discovery Museum gift shop on Hilton Head Is.
2022 Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade
Sat. Nov. 12, 2022
Parade Route: Alder Lane Beach Access to Coligny Beach Park
Parade Starts @ Sunset (5:45 PM-ish)Created by and featuring artist Chantelle Rytter, the Lantern Parade is a free event and an opportunity for the surrounding community and visitors to celebrate the history, ecology and people of Hilton Head Island.
The only requirement to participate is having a lantern!
Lineup for the parade begins at 5PM at the Alder Lane Beach Access.
The parade will start at 5:45PM Sat Nov. 12, right after sunset, and travel north along South Forest Beach up to Coligny Beach Park.
Spectators can watch along the beach anywhere between Alder Lane and Coligny Beach Park.
Learn more here.
Santa Claus will arrive via heliciopter @ 5PM Sat. Nov. 5, 2022 @ Bass Pro Shops in Savannah Mall.
Bass Pro Shops will open Santa’s Wonderland @ 3PM Sat. Nov 5 featuring crafts, music, and games at the store’s lower level.
Santa is expected to land @ 5PM. A parade and story time with Santa will follow. Photos with Santa will not happen at this event but will start Sun. Nov. 6.
Bass Pro Shops Savannah, 14045 Abercorn St. Savannah, GA 31419, (912) 961-4200
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2022 Marsh & Co. Holiday Market @ St. Andrew’s School, Savannah
Make progress on your holiday shopping on the first Saturday in November, 10AM-3PM @ the 2022 Marsh & Co. Holiday Market @ St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island, Savannah.
This annual event will feature more than 50 artists, vendors, bakers, and makers plus Savannah food trucks for a fun family day.
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St. John’s 80th Annual Holly Days Bazaar, Nov. 9 & 10, Savannah
St. John’s Church on Madison Square in downtown Savannah will host the annual St. Holly Day’s Bazaar on Wednesday & Thursday, Nov. 9 & 10 2022, 10AM-2PM @ 325 Bull St. Savannah, GA 31401 (Madison Square)
The two-day event includes a dine-in lunch in the historic Green-Meldrim House, pre-ordered and takeaway lunches, a silent auction, homemade jams and jellies and a Resale Treasure Room. There will also be a raffle for a one-of-a-kind Candlelight Dinner. Proceeds from this event support several charities.
Lunch is served from 11 am to 1 pm daily
Silent Auction starts online on November 6th. Register online here.
Candlelight dinner raffle tickets can be purchased on-site, and the drawing will be held Thurs., Nov. 10.
Free parking is available in the church lot, across Whitaker Street via the W Charlton St. or W Harris St. entrances.
For more information, visit the event website.
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Plant Riverside District’s Third Annual Savannah Christmas Market, Nov. 25-Jan.
The 2022 Savannah Christmas Market will offer family-friendly festivities that are open to the public and will take place at Plant Riverside District on Savannah’s historic riverfront at 400 W. River St.
The market – Fri. Nov. 25, 2022-Mon. Jan.2, 2023 – will offer holiday-themed events as well as an outdoor holiday market, live performances, tree lighting ceremony, children’s activities, gingerbread house, and photos with Santa.
The Savannah Christmas Market opens Fri. Nov. 25 at noon and will feature a Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring Roger Moss reading “The Night Before Christmas” and live performances by Coastal Youth Choirs on Fri. Nov. 25 at 6:30PM at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. The lighting of the Christmas Tree in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park will be at 7:30PM, followed by Santa and his elves distributing free candy canes.
Photos with Santa, which are free and open to the public, will be available Sat. Nov. 26 & Sun. Nov. 27, 1-3PM in Montgomery Park. Cirque Divina will present a free holiday-themed aerial show on Fri. Nov. 25 at 9PM and Sat. Nov. 26 at 2PM. Magician David Jowers will perform free holiday magic Fri. Nov. 25 at 5PM at Beethoven’s Terrace.
A Kid’s Corner featuring free children’s holiday activities including ornament decorating, letters to Santa and holiday card making will be in Montgomery Park Fri. Nov. 25, noon-3PM and Sat Nov. 26 from 11AM-4PM. Christmas Story Time with Daniel Eustice will be Sat. Nov. 26 at 11AM in Montgomery Park.
Enjoy free live music at two stages along the riverfront Fri. Nov. 25, 1-11PM, including performances by Laiken Love and the Fellowship of Love, Island Harmony Carolers and Swamptooth. Music continues Sat. Nov. 26, 11AM-11PM, with live music by Savannah Pipe and Drums, Savannah Bananas Pep Band, Hollifield Band, Nick Poulin Band, Chuck Courtenay Band and Mily Kinner and The Mini-Killers.
Savannah Boat Parade of Lights will float past Plant Riverside District on Sat. Nov. 26, 7-9PM
Learn more here.
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Speech/Language Activities for children
A house full of toys but not quite sure how to use them to boost your child’s language development?
The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire experts totally understand and are happy to help!
The therapists at The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire are trained to maximize play to help support a client’s functional language skills. They can provide strategies and activity ideas to try at home. The more often you engage with your child, the quicker their progress!
To make an appointment, please contact their office: 912 712 3999
CURRENTLY NO WAITLIST
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Youth Art Classes @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah
Telfair Museums offers fee-based afterschool classes or workshops. All classes are located in the Jepson Center at 207 W. York Street unless otherwise noted.
This afternoon class is designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build a portfolio, and begin the process of developing good art-making habits. Students will focus on measurement, proportion, perspective, use of value, and color to create volume and space. Lessons and projects will work on site and at outdoor locations near the museum. All materials are provided.
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This afternoon class is designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build a portfolio, and begin the process of developing good art-making habits. Students will focus on measurement, proportion, perspective, use of value, and color to create volume and space. Lessons and projects will work onsite and outdoor locations near the museum. All materials are provided.
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Happy First Birthday to Oatland Island WIldlife Center’s two cougars Olympia and Rainier!
You’re invited to come and celebrate with Friends of Oatland Island (FOO) at the Cougars’ First Birthday Bash on Sat. Oct. 29 2022, 11AM-2PM.
What to Expect
Learn more here.
FOO Member Perks. Find info on how to become a Friends of Oatland member here.
Be sure to check in at the FOO Table for your wristband and tickets for special FOO activities.
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Not a Friends of Oatland Island member? Now is the perfect time to join the family!
Become a member today and enjoy a whole year of admission to Oatland Island Wildlife Center, discounts in the Gift Shop, and advance access to many evented tickets. Your financial contribution is critical to FOO’s continued success in supporting Oatland’s mission to provide guests with memorable experiences to help them make stronger connections to the natural world.
Become a member here.
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The Pooler Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival 2022 11AM-3PM Sat. Oct. 29 @ 305 W. Colllins St. will include a costume contest; food trucks; vendors; music; trunk-or treat & more.
This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more here.
The overall death rate from #BreastCancer has decreased since 2013, likely because of treatment advances and earlier detection through screening.
This #BreastCancerAwareness Month, call (912) 691-4200 to schedule your mammogram.
SouthCoast Health shares here what you can expect at your yearly mammogram.
SouthCoast Health simple steps for an easy procedure include:
Keep Your Underarms Au Natural
Avoid Scheduling During Your Period
Regular screenings are one of the best ways to combat cancer — especially breast cancer. SouthCoast Health experienced technicians will do everything possible to keep you comfortable. Schedule your next (or first!) mammogram with by calling 912-691-4200.
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SCCPSS All-City Choral Festival Concert, 3PM Sat. Oct. 29
Coastal Youth Choirs/ Savannah Children’s Choir, Inc. is pleased to assist with sponsoring the SCCPSS All-City Choral Festival.
Over 300 5th-12th grade students will be enjoying a weekend of singing with 4 different choirs. Eighteen schools will be participating. The festival was spearheaded by James Kirk who is currently the choral director at New Hampstead K8. Each year the festival gains momentum with more SCCPSS schools looking forward to participating in the two-day event.
SCCPSS officials have rescheduled the festival to this Friday & Saturday, Oct. 28-29 2022. The festival was originally scheduled during Hurricane Ian.
The concert will take place at New Hampstead High School on Sat. Oct. 29 2022 beginning at 3PM. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
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About Coastal Youth Choirs/Savannah Children’s Choir, Inc.
Savannah Children’s Choir, now Coastal Youth Choirs, has developed a reputation for excellence in the city, county, and beyond. In addition to tours in the United States, the Premier Choir has performed in England, Ireland, and France and has also appeared on television in South Korea. The singers have experienced artist residencies with world-renowned singers and clinicians.
After sixteen years, this nonprofit’s mission remains the same – to unite, mentor, and transform the children and youth of greater Savannah and the Low Country into responsible, creative, and confident leaders through excellence in choral performance and music education.
Learn more here.
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Tour Savannah Christian Preparatory School @ an open house this fall
School searching in Savannah? Visit Savannah Christian Preparatory School, an independent, non-denominational PK-12 college prep Christian school, during a Welcome Home Wednesday open house.
Learn more here.
Open Houses Fall 2022: Oct. 26, Nov. 16, Nov. 30
Reservations are required.
Register for Welcome Home Wednesdays online here.
For more information on this event or admissions at Savannah Christian Preparatory School, please email Kathi Strickland, Director of Family Relations, at kstrickland@savcps.com or call the admissions office at 912.629.5544.
Register online here.
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Halloween event @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.
Come try out your costume at The Sandbox Children’s Museum family-friendly Halloween event, 1-4PM on Sun. Oct. 30 2022.
In addition to the exhibits, there will be special STEM and Art activities, a scavenger hunt, and light refreshments.Purchase tickets online at thesandbox.org by clicking Book Now.
The Sandbox Children’s Museum
80 Nassau St
Hilton Head Island, S.C. 29928
843-842-7645
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Lowcountry Celebration Park, Hilton Head Is.
Pair your visit to The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. with a visit to the Lowcountry Celebration Park, located next to the museum.
The park off Pope Avenue near the Coligny Beach parking lot and Coligny Beach Park features:
*The Adventure Playground, named after the ship Captain William Hilton was on when he discovered Hilton Head Island. It features a reimagined design of the ship, playground, wading pool and more. The ship includes: cannons that spray a light mist, crow’s nests, swing bridges, port holes, rope nets, periscopes.
*An open pavilion and lawn for events.
*A perimeter walk
*Two fitness stations
*Wi-Fi
*The Sandbox Children’s Museum
*Public restrooms
The playground is within easy walking distance to a Hilton Head Is. public beach via Coligny Beach Park (1 Coligny Circle)
Lowcountry Celebration Park
94 Pope Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
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Schedule your mammogram as soon as possible
Watch the SouthCoast Health video above for more information on the importance of why your physician encourages you to make a mammogram appointment as soon as possible.
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SouthCoast Health’s Imaging Department will offer Saturday hours for patients to receive their screening mammograms. Contact the Imaging Center at 912.691.4200 for more information.
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Little Learners program @ Savannah Children’s Museum
Come to Savannah Children’s Museum on Wed. Oct. 26 2022, 10AM-Noon for a new Little Learners program.
.Young children and their adults will experience themed activities including music, storytelling, arts & crafts, and a visit with Tippy the Tortoise. All visitors will experience the joy of nature through open exploration of an outdoor museum as well as open play with socialization.
The theme: EVERYDAY SUPERHEROES with a special visit from Savannah Fire Department and their fire truck!
Purchase SCM admission here.
This program is FREE for members. Find info on becoming a member here.
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Savannah Children’s Museum is an outdoor site, so it may be closed due to inclement weather. Call ahead for accurate closing information at 912-651-4292 or check the Savannah Children’s Museum Facebook page.
Call ahead for accurate closing information at 912-651-4292.
Savannah Children’s Museum
655 Louisville Road
Savannah, GA 31401
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SouthCoast Health experts break down a few common myths about breast cancer here.
Are there other breast cancer myths you’re concerned about? Or further questions you’d like answered? Find the nearest physician or specialist who can provide the care you need by calling 912-691-3600.
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The Savannah Cultural Arts Center presents: The Savannah Spooky Spectacular, a Halloween themed variety show featuring music, dance, theatre, and more @ 7-8PM Fri. Oct. 28 2022.
FREE & open to the public. For all ages.
Costumes are highly encouraged and will be awarded with prizes. This is a free event open to all ages, so bring your family and friends out for a fun, spooky night!Here are some of the performers joining the show!
Spoken Word: Justin Toney
Dancers: Veron Jackson, Sharonika Simmons Saunders, Ricardo Richardson, MiKeshia McPhaul
Theatre: SSU Players By The Sea
Singer: Marlow Seavers
Musical Accompaniment: Matthew Duplessie
And Your Host: Melanie Goldey
Show starts @ 7PM.
Doors open at 6:30PM, but come early to see the opening of El Salon in the gallery, presented by SOY X SOY!
Learn more here.
Savannah Cultural Arts Center is at 201 Montgomery St. The lawn is at the southeast corner of the intersection of Oglethorpe and MLK. Parking: Limited (paid) street parking is available near the (SCAC). The closest parking garages are Liberty Parking Garage on Liberty and Montgomery and Robinson Parking Garage on Montgomery St. across from Chatham County Courthouse.
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This concert on Sat. Oct. 22 featuring student musicians is free & open to the public
Does your child play a musical instrument or is interested in starting lessons? Come see what SMF Jazz Academy is all about @ a free Fall Family Jam concert, noon-2PM this Sat. Oct. 22 2022 @ Salvation Army Community Center, 3000 Bee Road in Savannah.
Savannah Music Festival provides SMF Jazz Academy at no cost to participants through the generous support of donors and sponsors.
Learn more about SMF Jazz Academy or enroll a student here.
Fall Farm Fun @ Holiday Farms in Ridgeland SC
Holiday Farms will be open Thursdays-Saturdays from 9AM-6PM and Sundays from Noon-6PM during October 2022.
Activities for kids including Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Barnyard Zoo, Duck Races, Haytona Speedway, Corn Grinding, Steer Roping, Cow (Faux) Milking, Corn Maze & MORE!
Learn more here.
Holiday Farms: 10884 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936
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You love SouthernMamas.com Annual Best Home Holiday Lights Decorations list to ride around looking at lights. Here’s our smaller scale Halloween-Fall decoration list – by no means the best – just some fun picks from readers & us.
Enjoy giant skeletons, dancing in circle ghosts & witches, pumpkin & mum lined porch steps plus friendly porch skeletons, some which wave from rocking chairs, drink cocktails or even ride a bike. You can even find yellow-raincoat clad Georgie with red balloon from Stephen King’s ‘It.” ( 235 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park)
See our Instagram reel here
Email us your favorites: anne@southernmamas.com
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