Archive for November, 2022

(Savannah schools) Applications open for the 2023-24 for Savannah Classical Academy K-12 Charter School

Tuesday, November 29th, 2022

Savannah Classical Academy charter school, K-12th grade

The annual lottery for Savannah Classical Academy is now open to all students living in Chatham County, from kindergarten to twelfth grade. 

Apply online.

Families may also visit the school to submit an application Monday-Thursday, 8:30AM until 2PM.

Deadline to apply: January 20, 2023.

Savannah Classical Academy is a public charter school serving residents of Chatham County.

There is no tuition.

SCA is a public, nonsectarian, nonreligious, nonprofit school organized and operated under Georgia State laws.

SCA operates under one county-wide attendance zone. If SCA receives more applications than seats available in a grade level, students are admitted by a lottery process as mandated by state and federal law.

Compared to other area public schools, SCA students’ achievement results outscored the county public school system on all twenty-two state assessments.

Learn more here.

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Free Family Fun Zone @ the Annual Low Country Home & Garden Show in Savannah

Tuesday, November 29th, 2022

23rd Annual Low Country Home & Garden Show @ The Savannah Convention Center Jan. 20-22, 2023.

The Annual Low Country Home & Garden Show – Fri. Jan. 20 to Sun. Jan 22, 2023 at the Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island – features free admission, onsite parking for just $5, plus inspiration, solutions, and great deals for home improvement and outdoor projects.

This is a family-friendly event includes a new 6,000 square foot Family Fun Zone as well as celebrity chefs, builders and remodelers, outdoor living and patio, giveaways & a chance to win a new washer and dryer, and more.

FREE admission.

Show hours are Friday, January 20, 2-6 PM; Saturday, January 21, 10-6PM; and Sunday, January 22, 11AM-5PM. The show will be held at the Savannah Convention Center located at 1 International Drive in Savannah, GA on Hutchinson Island.

Family Fun Zone includes

·         Badminton, Corn Hole, Jenga

·         Chatham County Parks and Recreation Fun Wagon

·         Hands on Crafting and Cookie Decorating

·         Face Painting

Learn more @ SavannahHomeandGardenShow.com.

Savannah pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander shares tips how to teach children the joy of giving

Monday, November 28th, 2022

Savannah Pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander on Teaching Children the Joy of Giving

Below is a guest post by Savannah pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander @ Coastal Care Partners’ new Concierge Pediatric Clinic 

The season of giving is here! This special time of the year is the perfect time to introduce and encourage a spirit of giving among children. While younger children may have a more difficult time grasping the concept of how and why we should give to others, there are ways to break it down into small, teachable moments that even the smallest of children can understand and enjoy. 

Giving to Family

Showing children how to give to their families is a great way to begin teaching them about giving. Kids are often more willing and excited to participate in helping or gifting to people they know and love. They can do this by making crafts, including drawings and even ornaments. They could also be tasked with finding a gift that their sibling(s) would enjoy, or parents can make children “elves who help” by coming up with tasks they can accomplish each day at home, like a chore or a small, random act of kindness. 

Giving to Others

There are so many other ways kids can learn to give to others. Angel Trees, where kids can pick an “angel” and purchase specialized gifts for someone, are a great way for kids to give! As a parent, you can also teach and encourage kids to recognize service workers with small gifts of appreciation. For a free alternative, have your child donate some toys they don’t use or have multiple of. You can approach this by saying, “This toy was very special to you at one point, and because it meant so much to you, it would be a good idea to donate it to a child who will play with it and care for it just as much.”

Giving Their Time

Time is one of the most important and valuable gifts that one can give and receive. During this time of year, you can take your children to visit and even sing Christmas carols with the elderly in senior living facilities. Parents can also encourage their children to volunteer with wonderful organizations like P.A.C.K., Urban Hope, The Salvation Army, and the several shelters and soup kitchens in the area. 

Teaching the importance of giving to others—and allowing your children to see generosity in practice—is a life-changing experience for both children and their parents! Introducing different methods of giving, like the ones mentioned above, can help your kids find the ways that resonate best with them. Then, as you find joy in giving to others as a family, this joyful and gracious spirit will surely stick with your children for years to come. Happy Holidays!

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Coastal Care Partners, 4B Skidaway Village Walk, Savannah, GA 31411912.598.6312Coastal Care Partners Concierge Pediatric Clinic is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

(Savannah therapists) Live Oak Children’s Therapy

Monday, November 28th, 2022

Speech, Occupational, Physical Therapy @ Live Oak Children’s Therapy

Live Oak Children’s Therapy in Savannah offers individual physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy from birth through adolescence.

We strive to provide therapy in a caring and nurturing environment.

Learn more here.

7130 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Suite 100, Savannah, 31406

912-355-3392 or email info@liveoakchildrens.com

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SouthCoast Health on Healthy Holiday Traveling

Monday, November 28th, 2022

SouthCoast Health

SouthCoast Health shares tips on how to have a healthy holiday travel season.

Tips include: refill prescriptions early; avoid long periods of sitting; keep healthy snacks on hand; be mindful of alcohol; remain active.

Learn more here.

For healthcare partners who can help you prioritize your wellness year-round, turn to SouthCoast Health. Explore their extensive network of providers online or schedule an appointment by calling 912.691.3600.

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Public ice-skating, skate rental @ Savannah Civic Center

Sunday, November 27th, 2022

Savannah Public Ice-Skating Schedule

Public skating has returned to the Savannah Civic Center’s MLK Arena – courtesy of Ghost Pirates Ice and the City of Savannah.

Savannah public ice-skating sessions kicked off earlier this month and will continue into December 2022 including the following sessions:


Thursday, December 29
1:00pm – 3:00pm, 5:00pm – 7:00pm, 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Friday, December 30
1:00pm – 3:00pm, 5:00pm – 7:00pm, 8:00pm – 10:00pm
New Years Eve: Saturday, December 31
11:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
New Years Day: Sunday, January 1
12:00pm – 2:00pm, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Monday, January 2
9:45am – 11:45am, 12:00pm – 2:00pm, 5:00pm – 7:00pm, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

Learn more here.

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Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Savannah

(Savannah Holidays 2022) Family events, kid-friendly fun, holiday camps & more

Sunday, November 27th, 2022

2022 holiday events in Savannah & the Lowcountry. Find more in SouthernMamas.com Events Calendar. _____________________

Self-Guided Tour of Savannah-Area Home Holiday Lights Displays. Find the 2022 SouthernMamas.com list of home lights displays to drive by (or walk thru) here.

12 Days of Christmas: The DeSoto in Savannah will offer fun, family-friendly holiday activities starting Dec. 12-23 as part of The DeSoto’s 12 Days of Christmas celebration. Details here.

Ice-Skating in Savannah:  Public ice-skating returns to the Savannah Civic Center in December 2022. Details here.

See Santa & Mrs. Claus on a fire engine. The Chatham Fire Volunteer Divisions take Santa & Mrs. Claus to various neighborhoods by fire engine over the next few weeks Dec. 2-Dec. 22. Free & open to the public. Details + schedule here.

Holiday Soccer Camp with Soccer Shots Savannah. For ages 2-8. Details here.

Holiday Junior Golf Camp in Savannah, Dec. 19-22, 9AM-12:30PM. All skill levels welcome. Details here. 

Holiday Theater Camp @ Savannah Children’s Theatre, Dec. 19-23: 9AM-5PM, but early drop off & late pickup is available upon request. Details here.

Special Toddler Tuesday Polar Express @ three scheduled times Tues. Dec. 20 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah. Pre-registeration required. No walk-ups allowed. Details here.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp: Summit Gymnastics Winter Holiday Camps in Savannah are Dec. 19-23 & Dec. 27-30, 9AM-1PM. For ages 4-10. Details here. 

Sun, Surf & Santa @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is., Wed. Dec. 21 2022. Santa, entertainer Rick Hubbard, holiday arts & crafts & more. Two sessions: 10AM & 1:30PM. Details here.

Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Drop at noon Dec. 31 + a concert by Rick Hubbard and his Kazoo Band @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. Purchase tickets online @ www.thesandbox.org. $15/person Member, active military, senior discounts. While on www.thesandbox.org, click book now, Hilton Head then Dec 31 on the calendar. Details here.

Frozen Fantasy Holiday Camp @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center. Dec 27-30 2022, 10-11:30AM. Details here.

(Hilton Head Holidays 2022) Noon Year’s Eve Kids’ Party; Santa & more @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum

Sunday, November 27th, 2022

Noon Year’s Eve @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Come and celebrate New Year’s Eve at Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Drop at noon Dec 31 2022 and a special concert by Rick Hubbard and his Kazoo Band @kazoobiekazoos @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

Reserve your spot now and purchase your tickets online @ www.thesandbox.org. $15/person Member, active military and senior discounts. While on www.thesandbox.org, click book now, Hilton head and then Dec 31 on the calendar.

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Sun, Surf & Santa @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Celebrate the holidays with this family-friendly event: Sun, Surf & Santa on Wed. Dec. 21 2022 @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. Two sessions: 10AM & 1:30PM

In addition to the exhibit, there will be a special holiday arts and crafts and STEM activities, a scavenger hunt, Santa will make an appearance at both sessions, once @ noon and a second @ 1:30PM.

Beloved entertainer Rick Hubbard will play a holiday interactive concert.

Purchase your tickets online here to make sure you have a space at this fun event. 

Questions? Email thesandboxhhi@gmail.com to register.

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 80 Nassau St., Hilton Head Is. 29928

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Lowcountry Celebration Park, Adventure Playground, Hilton Head Is.

While visiting The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. , visit Adventure Playground in neighboring Lowcountry Celebration Park.

Lowcountry Celebration Park, one of Hilton Head Island’s newest parks that reflects some of its coastal, historical and environmental attributes, was recognized with an Award of Excellence for its design.

Learn more about the award here.

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.
*An open pavilion and lawn for events.
*A perimeter walk
*Two fitness stations
*Wi-Fi
*The Sandbox Children’s Museum
*Public restrooms

Lowcountry Celebration Park
94 Pope Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Giveaway: free month of Kindermusik Savannah parent & me music classes

Sunday, November 27th, 2022

Giveaway: free month of Kindermusik Savannah parent & me music classes

Kindermusik Savannah is giving away a whole month for free in January  to one winning 0-7 year old!

Winner will receive the whole month of classes at no cost, plus online materials! Enter your child at kindermusikwith88keys.com – winner will be chosen December 31.  

Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more details. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Savannah’s Best Home Christmas Light Displays 2022

Saturday, November 26th, 2022

Best home holiday light displays, decorations 2022 in Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill

Driving around Savannah, Pooler, Rincon & Richmond Hill looking at home holiday light displays and decorations is a favorite family tradition.

From colossal Santa snow globes to computerized Christmas lights animated with music, SouthernMamas.com has your guide to local home holiday light displays.

Want to add a home lights display to this list or let us know if one of the past favorites isn’t up this year? Please email us the info at anne@southernmamas.com

* The Seager family, 476 Copper Creek Circle, Pooler

* The Nowicki family, 107 Saint Andrews Way, Wilmington Is.

* The Gray Family, 782 Greenwich Dr., Richmond Hill. Lights & trains

* Going Griswold Holiday Light Show, 3 Amberwood Circle , Savannah. 95.9FM. There’s also a gingerbread house and reindeer barn for the kids

* Wells & Sparks Families @ 1437 Dean Forest Rd. & 1429 Dean Forest Rd. Savannah, Ga 31405

* The Steinhauser family, 1431 Whitfield Park Circle. Tune radio to 102.9FM

* The Fordhams, 21 Timbers Way, Savannah, (Located in the Rivers Bend neighborhood off of Whitfield Ave.)

* South Lancaster Rd. , Wilmington Park

* The Lodge Family, 701 Stuart St. Savannah (not confirmed for this year)

* The Ray Famiy, 9 Yorkshire Place Savannah

* The Jensen Family, 6A Webster Drive, Savannah

* The Schirtzinger family, 202 Blue Marlin Dr., Whitemarsh Island.

* The Simons family, 165 Bald Cypress Lane 31302 (Off of Little Neck Road) Animated and Static

* 112 Magnolia Dr., Pooler

* 29 Bostwick Drive, Pooler.

* 6 Shackleford Cv, Pooler 

* 221 Pinecrest Place, Pooler,

* The Owens Family, 111 Chinese Fir Ct, Pooler

* 39 Holly Springs Circle, Port Wentworth

* The Barratta family, 154 Lake Dr., Midway 

* The Walker family, 23 Charlie’s Rd, and Hwy 144, Richmond Hill

* The Mar family, 104 Rockingham Circle, Bloomingdale

* 106 Sandstone Dr. Bloomingdale

* The Padgett’s Christmas Lights Display, 156 Oakview Rd., Rincon

* 201 Savannah Avenue, Rincon.

* The Smith family, 419 Willowpeg Way, Rincon. (Next to Lost Plantation Golf Course)  Tune to 89.7, syncs to music.

* 126 Aquaduct Dr. in the Staffordshire Estates Subdivision off of Blue Jay, Rincon

* Pennington neighborhood, off Midland Rd, Guyton

* 105 Penny Lane, Guyton, 6-11PM nightly

* The Rockwell Family, 253 Cypress Creek Lane, Guyton

* 133 South Effingham Plantation Dr.

* The Simmons family, 439 Egypt Ardmore Rd, Springfield

* 101 Black Gum Dr., Springfield

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South Carolina

Brendlen’s Christmas Light Display
1570 Drigger’s Lane
Ridgeland SC 29936
Nightly lights display. Meet Santa, Olaf & Elsa on Sat. Dec. 10, plus train rides, facepainting, cookie & ornament decorating. Free!

Arborwood Lights display
9 Arbormeade Circle in Bluffton (Look for “Arborwood Lights” in Google Maps.)
6-9PM nightly
Decorated homes & yards off Buckwalter Parkway in sync to Christmas music.

43 Neligh Lane in Cypress Ridge off SC 170
Bluffton SC
8,500 lights in sync with music on 99.3 FM.
5:30-8PM Sunday-Thursday and until 10PM Friday & Saturday
Another home lights display @ nearby 211 Argo Circle.

Hilton Head Firefighters Christmas Lights
Fire Station 3
534 William Hilton Pkwy
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Donations of non-perishable food items are accepted

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FREE lights displays @ businesses, organizations

TMT Farms Christmas Lights Drive-Thru in Statesboro
16710 Old River Rd N
Statesboro, GA 30461
Open now until Dec. 27 2022, 6PM-1AM nightly.
Drive-thru only.
Admission is free, however, please bring non-perishable food items to donate. Cash donations are also accepted. Donated food will be distributed to needy families throughout Bulloch County and surrounding counties. Monetary contributions are used to purchase gift cards for needy families.
Details here.

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Enrollment Open for Soccer Shots Savannah Holiday Camp & Winter 2023 Session for Ages 2-8

Thursday, November 24th, 2022

Enroll in Soccer Shots Savannah Holiday Camp & Winter 2023 Session For Ages 2-8

Enrollment for the Soccer Shots Savannah 8-week Winter Season AND their 4 week Holiday Camp Season is now open for children ages 2-8!

Soccer Shots Savannah Holiday Camp starts the week after Thanksgiving! It will feature 4 classes, 30 minutes long each, with a different holiday focus and theme each week- holiday themed prizes!

Soccer Shots is kicking off the Winter Season the week of Jan. 9 2023 and wants your child to join Soccer Shots on Soccer Island!  

Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program! Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah.soccershots.com.

Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!.

Learn more here.

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) Celebrate 12 Days of Christmas @ The DeSoto Savannah

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

The DeSoto in Savannah will offer fun, family-friendly holiday activities starting Dec. 12 2022 and leading up to Christmas as part of The DeSoto’s 12 Days of Christmas celebration.

Bring your kids!

Mon. Dec. 12, 4-5PM. 12 drummers drumming through The DeSoto. Bring your drums or create your own @ The DeSoto. Then join in a family-friendly drum circle. Enjoy hot cocoa & s’mores.

Tues. Dec. 13, 4-6PM. 11 pipers piping perfect pairs of gingerbread. Enjoy family-friendly cookie decorating, appetizers & holiday beverages. Reservations on Opentable.

Wed. Dec. 14, 6-8PM. 10 lord a leaping. Adopt a Renegade PAWS pet or bring your leaping lord for a pawfect night of yappy hour & treats. Grand prize for the best holiday pet costume.

Thurs. Dec. 15, 6-8PM. 9 ladies dancing at Edgar’s Proof & Provision. Come to happy hour & line dancing with Salsa Savannah.

Fri. Dec. 16, 4-6PM. 8 maids a milking @ Buffalo Bayou. Get in the holiday spirit with the whole family & enjoy The DeSoto’s holiday beverages & smoothies.

Sat. Dec. 17, 1-4PM. 7 swans a swimming @ The DeSoto pool patio. Take a shopping break & stop in for cocktails, nibbles & music.

Sun. Dec. 18, 11:30AM-2PM. 6 geese a laying in The DeSoto’s Harborview Room with the best views in Savannah. Make reservations for Holiday Champagne Brunch on the 15th floor through Opentable.

Mon. Dec. 19, 3-7PM. 5 golden rings & more. Sip and shop in The DeSoto’s main lobby with our favorite local vendors.

Tues. Dec. 20, 6:30-8:30PM. 4 calling birds. Drop in for a holiday sing-along @ Edgar’s Proof & Provisions.

Wed. Dec. 21, 5-9PM. 3 French hens. Dine in 1540 Room with Coq au Vin French hens prepared by Chef Collin & a wine selection by sommelier Andrew Noye. Reservations on Resy.

Thurs. Dec. 22, 4-5:30PM. 2 turtle doves. Participate in a pasta cooking class for two with Chef Collin & enjoy a free glass of wine in 1540 Room. Reservations on Resy.

Fri. Dec. 23. And a partridge in a pear tree. The DeSoto delivers gifts to local veteran families. Learn more about The DeSoto’s Sotherly Foundation here.

Learn more about the DeSoto 12 Days of Christmas here.

The DeSoto
15 East Liberty Street,
Savannah, GA 31401

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) FREE Jingle Bell Pajama Party & Jingle Jog

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

Jingle Bell Pajama Party & Jingle Jog

Bring all the kids downtown and let them have a blast at the Jingle Bell Pajama Party & Jog. New this year is a Jingle Bell Jog for kids 10 and under – see below for details. Don’t miss out on pictures with Santa, face painting, holiday dancers, Magic Marc, activities and games. 

When: Sun. Dec. 18 2022 @ 1-4 p.m.

Where: Broughton & Bull 

Cost:  FREE!

Jingle Bell Jog

Kids 10 and under come join our fun run and race down Broughton street in your best holiday pajamas! Jingle all the way into the Jingle Bell Pajama Party! 

  • When: Sunday, Dec. 18 – first race starts at 12:30
  • Ages 6-10 will start on at Barnard Street
  • Ages 4-6 will start on at Whitaker Street
  • Finish line runs into the festival on Broughton & Bull Streets
  • Prizes awarded for top 3 finishers 

Entertainment at the Tree @ Broughton & Bull streets: 

  • 1 pm Gretchen Greene School of Dance
  • 1:45 pm Magic Marc
  • 2:45 pm Culturally Curious 
  • 3:30 Gretchen Greene School of Dance 

Activities for Kids:

  • Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus w/ Pop Squad Balloon
  • Letters to Santa
  • Coastal Heritage Society Mobile Museum with holiday-themed STEAM activities along with Tin Soldiers and playground soft blocks 
  • Face painting 
  • Savannah Fire Department Truck  
  • Savannah Ghost Pirates
  • Jingle Bell Wreath Craft
  • Balloon Art 

Free & open to the public.

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) Santa & Mrs. Claus Fire Engine Tour of Islands, Southside

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus 2022 tour of the Islands, Southside by fire engine

The Chatham Fire Volunteer Divisions will escort Santa and Mrs Claus around the Islands & Savannah Southside in 2022 and spread some holiday cheer. See the online schedule and routes here.

The 7th District Division begins their Santa Detail this weekend Dec. 2-3 with the other divisions to follow.

Quacco/Cottonvale Road: Fri. Dec. 2 2022, starts @ 6PM

Southbridge/Berwick: Sat. Dec. 3 2022, starts @ 5PM

King George/Chevis Road/Wild Heron: Sun. Dec. 4 2022, starts @ 5PM

Wilmington Route: 12-5PM on Sat. Dec. 10 2022 with a meet and greet @ Wilmington Island Publix, 5-6:30PM.
Whitemarsh/Talahi: 1-5PM on Sun. Dec. 11 2022 with a meet and great @ Whitemarsh Island Publix, 5-6:30PM.

Skidaway Is: Sat. Dec. 17 & Sun. Dec. 18 2022. Find times here.

Whitefield Ave: Tues Dec. 20 2022, starts @ 6PM

Ferguson Avenue: Wed. Dec. 21 2022, starts @ 6PM

Burnside: Thurs. Dec. 22 2022, starts @ 6PM.

Dates for three areas of Southside will be determined.

Tracking link will be available on the day.

See the online Santa fire engine route schedule here to see when Santa may be cruising thru your neighborhood.

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Find more kids’ Christmas 2022 events here. 

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter

This free weekly e-letter in your email every Wednesday keeps you savvy about all the kid-friendly happenings as well as school open houses & application deadlines, free events, pediatric dentists, pediatricians and more.

Read it here.

Subscribe for free here.

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Free Holiday Arts Day @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

A weekend of free art at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center!

Fri. Dec. 16

Friday Dec. 16 2022 celebrates all artists with the opening of Elevate! The student/instructor gallery opening and performance showcases work by artists of all ages and levels – from ceramics and watercolor, to ballet and drumming! This event is free, fun, and open to all ages.

5-7PM Fri. Dec. 16 – Gallery opening

7PM – Performance

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Sat. Dec. 17

Saturday Dec. 17 2022 is the Holiday Arts Day! Free activities for all ages. The Lowcountry Turners will be demonstrating wood turning with fun takehomes, E. Shaver Books will read Sheep Dog and Sheep Sheep, the Coastal Youth Choir will sing carols, and you can try your hand at clay dreidel making!

11AM-1PM – Wood turning demos

11AM- Storytime

11:15AM – Caroling begins

11:45AM – Dreidel making begins

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Join them this weekend at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St.

FREE & open to the public.

More information here.

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) Jingle Bell Pajama Party hosted by Savannah Holly Days

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022

Free Jingle Bell Pajama Party featuring photos with Santa in downtown Savannah, Sun. Dec. 18, 1-4PM

Bring all the kids downtown and let them have a blast at Savannah’s Jingle Bell Pajama Party Sun. Dec. 18 2022, 1-4PM @ Broughton and Bull streets.

This event will feature pictures with Santa, face painting, holiday dancers, Magic Marc, activities, games and a fun run throughout downtown.

Free & open to the public.

Hosted by Savannah Holly Days.

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) Family events, kid-friendly fun, holiday camps & more

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022

Here’s a look @ 2022 holiday events. SouthernMamas.com will be adding to this list as set dates become available as well as to our Events Calendar. Check back for more.

Self-Guided Tour of Savannah-Area Home Holiday Lights Displays. Find the 2022 SouthernMamas.com list of home lights displays to drive by (or walk thru) here.

12 Days of Christmas: The DeSoto in Savannah will offer fun, family-friendly holiday activities starting Dec. 12-23 as part of The DeSoto’s 12 Days of Christmas celebration. Details here.

Ice-Skating in Savannah:  Public ice-skating returns to the Savannah Civic Center in December 2022. Details here.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer opens Dec. 2 and runs three weekends @ Savannah Children’s Theatre. There will be a Holiday shop and a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie is included with the ticket price. Tickets are available now. Tickets

See Santa & Mrs. Claus on a fire engine. The Chatham Fire Volunteer Divisions take Santa & Mrs. Claus to various neighborhoods by fire engine over the next few weeks Dec. 2-Dec. 22. Free & open to the public. Details + schedule here.

Holiday Soccer Camp with Soccer Shots Savannah. For ages 2-8. Details here.

Three, free family holiday movies @ SCAD Trustees Theater, Sat. Dec. 17 2022: The Muppet Christmas Carol @ 11AM; Elf @ 3PM; It’s A Wonderful Life @ 7PM. These movies are free to the general public with the donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting Second Harvest. Detals here.

Free Jingle Bell Pajama Party & Jingle Jog, 12:30-4PM. Enjoy pictures with Santa, face painting, holiday dancers, Magic Marc, activities & games. New this year: Jingle Bell Jog for kids 10 & younger. Join the fun run & race down Broughton street in your holiday pajamas. First race starts @ 12:30PM.. Details here.

Chanukah @ Forsyth Park, a free, community-wide Chanukah experience in Savannah’s Forsyth Park with entertainment, activities including lighting of menorah & holiday fun for all ages, 3:30PM Sun. Dec. 18 2022. Details here.

Holiday Junior Golf Camp in Savannah, Dec. 19-22, 9AM-12:30PM. All skill levels welcome. Details here. 

Holiday Theater Camp @ Savannah Children’s Theatre, Dec. 19-23: 9AM-5PM, but early drop off & late pickup is available upon request. Details here.

Special Toddler Tuesday Polar Express @ three scheduled times Tues. Dec. 20 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah. Pre-registeration required. No walk-ups allowed. Details here.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp: Summit Gymnastics Winter Holiday Camps in Savannah are Dec. 19-23 & Dec. 27-30, 9AM-1PM. For ages 4-10. Details here. 

Sun, Surf & Santa @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is., Wed. Dec. 21 2022. Santa, entertainer Rick Hubbard, holiday arts & crafts & more. Two sessions: 10AM & 1:30PM. Details here.

Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Drop at noon Dec. 31 + a concert by Rick Hubbard and his Kazoo Band @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. Purchase tickets online @ www.thesandbox.org. $15/person Member, active military, senior discounts. While on www.thesandbox.org, click book now, Hilton Head then Dec 31 on the calendar. Details here.

Frozen Fantasy Holiday Camp @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center. Dec 27-30 2022, 10-11:30AM. Details here.

(Pooler schools) Preschool & Pre-K openings @ Savannah Adventist Christian School

Monday, November 21st, 2022

Savannah Adventist Christian School has space in preschool & PreK

Meet Savannah Adventist Christian School’s high school facilitator, Ms. Gabby Joseph!

Check out her smart homework tip and learn more about Atlanta Adventist Academy’s TRUeConnect program on the Pooler campus by coming to Academy Day on Mon. Jan. 9 2023. Registration required.

To experience AAA from the SACS campus, register here. Register here if you want to visit the Atlanta campus in person that day.

To schedule a tour of the Pooler campus, please call 912-748-5977 or email info@sacssda.org 

Space available in the Pooler campus Preschool and Pre-K classrooms for the winter term.

The school is at 50 Godley Way, Pooler, GA 31322.

Savannah Adventist Christian School — which offers preschool starting at age 3 through 9th grade — is a small, private school with a family feel and Christian curriculum.

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(Savannah Holidays 2022) Free Kids’ Christmas Movies @ SCAD Trustees Theater

Friday, November 18th, 2022

Three, free family holiday movies @ SCAD Trustees Theater, Savannah at 11AM, 3PM & 7PM Sat. Dec. 17 2022.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol – FREE on Sat. Dec. 17 2022, 11AM @ SCAD Trustees Theater, Savannah. This event is free to the general public with the donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting Second Harvest. Details here.

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Elf – FREE! on Sat. Dec. 17, 3PM @ SCAD Trustees Theater, Savannah. This event is free to the general public with the donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting Second Harvest. Details here.

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It’s a Wonderful Life – FREE Sat. Dec. 17, 7PM SCAD Trustees Theater, Savannah. This event is free to the general public with the donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting Second Harvest. Details here.

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Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. Savannah

The Trustees Theater is a fully restored 1946 movie house owned and operated by SCAD

ART START: STROLLER & TODDLER TOURS @ Telfair Museums, Savannah

Friday, November 18th, 2022

Art Start: Stroller & Toddler Tour, Thurs. Dec. 15, 10:30-11:30AM

Bring your little ones to Telfair Museums’ final Art Start: Stroller and Toddler Tour of the year on Thursday, December 15 at 10:30am at the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah.

Register online here.

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(Savannah Holiday Camps 2022) Christmas Junior Golf Camp

Friday, November 18th, 2022

Christmas Junior Golf Camp in Savannah, Dec. 19-22, 2022

Want to keep your kids active during winter break when school is out?

Give your child the chance to try golf without wasting time and money to play.

The A-SWING Junior Golf Academy in Savannah is hosting a Christmas Junior Golf Camp 2022, Dec. 19 – 22 2022. Cost: $100 Time: 9AM- 12:30PM.

Register for the Golf Camp by here or contact Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 for additional information.

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Teachers gifts: Savannah schools cards

Thursday, November 17th, 2022

Savannah’s teeming with iconic, beautiful schools. We captured a few of our favorite landmark schools and are working on adding more. The goal: creating special, local gifts for school teachers, staff and administrators (or for your child to have as a keepsake.)

Celebrate your beloved school with a 10-pack of postcards portraying your Savannah school. These make sweet frameable keepsakes or fun, unique notecards.

See the SouthernMamas.com Savannah school cards collection and links to purchase here.

For City of Savannah residents, we offer same-day delivery on orders placed Monday-Thursday.

Questions? Want to request a school not pictured here? Email anne@southernmamas.com.

Savannah Children’s Theatre classes & shows in Savannah, Pooler

Thursday, November 17th, 2022

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Savannah

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer opens Dec. 2 2022 and runs three weekends. There will be a Holiday shop and a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie is included with the ticket price. Tickets are available now. Tickets.

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Auditions

Mr. Popper’s Penguins: Ages 7(& in 2nd grade) through adults of all ages. Auditions Dec. 6 2022 at 7PM. Shows March 3-5, 10-12 2023

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus: Ages 18+. Auditions: Jan. 9 2023 at 7PM. Shows March 24-26, March 31-April 2 2023.

The Wizard of Oz: Ages 7 (& in 2nd grade) through adults of all ages. Auditions: Feb. 6 & 7. Shows May 19-21, May 26-28, June 2-4 2023.

Learn more here.

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Holiday Theatre Camp 2022, Dec. 19-23 9AM-5PM

Savannah Children’s Theatre is hosting a 5-day musical theatre camp December 19-23: North Pole’s Got Talent!. This full-day camp for youth will have students playing theatre games, singing songs, creating dances & putting on a holiday musical for the final day. Camp hours are 9AM-5PM, but early drop off & late pickup is available upon request.  

Register online here.

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Youth Drama Classes @ Savannah & Pooler locations of Savannah Children’s Theatre

Savannah Children’s Theatre’s Savannah location has opened Winter registration for their classes. Register HERE.

The next session of Pooler Drama/Theater Youth Classes starts Jan. 9 2023 and they will be doing Aladdin. Register HERE.

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