One of our favorite local kids’ events, the annual Savannah Children’s Book Festival happens Saturday Nov. 16, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Forsyth Park in Savannah.

The festival is presented by Live Oak Public Libraries and the City of Savannah. The ninth annual festival celebrates the joy of reading, the power of the written word and the magic of storytelling with children’s book authors and illustrators from around the country. The festival will also include more than 60 Coastal Authors, arts and crafts, an International Tent, a variety of food and entertainment, a Book Walk and graphic novel/comics area.

This year’s featured authors and illustrators are:
Robin Bridges
Marc Brown
Peter Brown
Nick Bruel
Nina Crews
John R. Erickson
Denise Fleming
Tad Hills
Brian Lies
Jim McMullen
Rachel Renee Russell
Don Tate

Download the lexile level information for the books by the above featured authors and illustrators.

Rain location for the event is the Savannah Civic Center. For more information, call 912-652-3689. For updates, visit the library’s Facebook page by clicking here.

Telfair Museums in Savannah has some big FREE kids events happening this month including:

The 19th Annual Telfair Art Fair will be held November 16 and 17 in the heart of historic downtown Savannah.
A popular family-friendly aspect of the annual Telfair Art Fair is the FREE Children’s Art fair, a free event taking place Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to 5 pm in the square at 207 W. York St.
FREE Children’s Art Fair
Saturday, November 16
Enjoy art activities for children in the square and in the studio 10 am – 5pm.
Bring your children to create, design, learn and have fun! Activities are centered around Telfair Museums’ featured exhibition, Spanish Sojourns. Different activities will be available during the day including Travel Sketch Books, Flamenco Dance Instruction, Flamenco Flower Design, Robert Henri Replication Station, and Spanish
Mosaic Tiles. *Free and open to the public sponsored by Blick Art Materials.
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FREE WEEK @ THE JEPSON CENTER
NOV. 18-24 / JEPSON CENTER
Experience great activities and exhibitions including Spanish Sojourns: Robert Henri and the Spirit of Spain and Warhol/JFK: November 22, 1963.
*Free and open to the public

FREE FAMILY DAY
SATURDAY, NOV. 23, 1-4 PM
3 PM DANCE PERFORMANCE JEPSON CENTER
Activities include bilingual audio-tours, hands-on activities and a 3 pm dance performance by Aire Flamenco. Join us to paint portraits, create flowers, fans and castanets and experience Spanish story time and gallery activities.
*Programs are free and open to the public sponsored
by the City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs. Additional funding provided by Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Georgia Power Foundation, Inc., and the AGL Resources Foundation.

More info here.

Telfair Museum’s Jepson Center, 207 W York St, Savannah GA 31401 More info here. Telfair Museums are a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We checked out the opening night of Disney On Ice Princesses & Heroes in Savannah & fell in love! Not just with the lively show featuring all your favorite Disney princesses in skates and your kids’ favorite Disney songs,  but also with all the kids in the audience dressed up as their favorite princesses & heroes.

My kids favorites were the 7 dwarfs on skates & the rising Cinderella Pumpkin carriage. For those with sensitive kids, there are some pyrotechnics during the early part of the second half of the show (after intermission) during the Sleeping Beauty dragon part & some fireworks at the show end.

If you go this weekend, don’t forget to seek out Cinderella’s Pumpkin Carriage in the Savannah Civic Center lobby. It was brought to life courtesy of the talented Sculpture Forum at the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD). The group has been working on the creation since last week on the SCAD campus in Boundary Hall.

The pumpkin, which came from the Savannah State Farmer’s Market, was 80” in circumference and 3 ft. tall when delivered to the students.

Disney on Ice is at the Savannah Civic Center October 31 – November 3, 2013.

Disney on Ice tickets are available at the Savannah Civic Center box office and Etix.com. Ticket Prices: $15, $20, $25, $35, $45

DISCOUNT Enjoying spine tingling tricks on ice with this savings treat! $12 Tickets on Wednesday AND Thursday! Come dressed as your favorite Princess and Hero to Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes. (Discount not valid on VIP and Rinkside seating)

Show Times @ Savannah Civic Center: Wednesday 10/30 7:30 p.m. Thursday 10/31 7:30 p.m. Friday 11/1 10:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m. Saturday 11/2 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. Sunday 11/3 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

To learn more about Disney On Ice, log on to www.disneyonice.com , or visit Disney on Ice on Facebook and YouTube

When Disney On Ice Princesses & Heroes debuts in Savannah this Wednesday 10/30, patrons will be greeted by Cinderella’s Pumpkin Carriage brought to life courtesy of the talented Sculpture Forum at the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD). The group has been working on the creation since last week on the SCAD campus in Boundary Hall.

The pumpkin, which came from the Savannah State Farmer’s Market was 80” in circumference and 3 ft. tall when delivered to the students.

Finishing touches will be completed today. The Carriage Sculpture will then be delivered to the Savannah Civic Center on Wednesday 10/30, just in time for the opening night performance of Disney On Ice.

Dreamers from Savannah will witness the magic when Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Tiana, Jasmine, Aurora and Snow White all make their wishes come true in this collection of celebrated tales wonderfully told through artistic skating and acrobatics.

The show will play the Savannah Civic Center October 30 – November 3, 2013.

The sculpture will be on display in the Savannah Civic Center lobby throughout the run of Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes.

Disney on Ice tickets are available at the Savannah Civic Center box office and Etix.com. Ticket Prices: $15, $20, $25, $35, $45

DISCOUNT Enjoying spine tingling tricks on ice with this savings treat! $12 Tickets on Wednesday AND Thursday! Come dressed as your favorite Princess and Hero to Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes. (Discount not valid on VIP and Rinkside seating)

Show Times @ Savannah Civic Center: Wednesday 10/30 7:30 p.m. Thursday 10/31 7:30 p.m. Friday 11/1 10:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m. Saturday 11/2 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. Sunday 11/3 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

To learn more about Disney On Ice, log on to www.disneyonice.com , or visit Disney on Ice on Facebook and YouTube

Your favorite kids’ art studio in Savannah & Pooler – Scribble Art Studio – now has their Winter kids’ art classes schedule for registration. Classes available for all ages & experience levels.

Just a sample of classes offered in Savannah:
Cartoon Bonanza
Futuristic Worlds & Fantasy Monsters
Fashion Sketching
Homeschool Art

In Pooler:
Cartoons & Superheroes
Sewing Circus

And more! To see Scribble’s full winter class schedule, click here.

For details, call 912.713.7376 or visit www.thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble also now offers at-home Princess Parties! Princes Maggie Lee Hart will bring everything needed for a fun & magical birthday party. Create wearable crafts & learn a royal song & dance. Details here.

Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St Savannah, 31401, (912) 713-7376 email info@thescribbleartstudio.com , www.TheScribbleArtStudio.com , Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Charlotte’s Web the Musical @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Bravo Savannah Children’s Theatre! We checked out Charlotte’s Web the Musical this past weekend & fell in love with Wilbur, Fern, Charlotte & the whole singing barnyard. Really sweet musical that your kids will adore. This upcoming weekend of Oct. 25-27 is your last chance to catch it.

October 25-27 KIDS ON STAGE PRODUCTION OF CHARLOTTE’S WEB

Come see the story of Charlotte and Wilbur Friday nights at 7:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00pm Student, Senior and Military prices available. Details here.

The Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive, in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

Costume Sale @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Savannah Children’s Theatre is cleaning out the costume closet – just in time for Halloween.

SCT will be clearing their inventory of gently-used costumes that, while cute, don’t get used too often.

Among the items available for sale are: toddler princess dresses, Harry Potter robes, scary masks, and other assorted pieces just in time for Halloween! Sale starts this Monday, Oct. 21 2013, and goes until all items are gone!

COSTUME SALE TIMES:

8 AM-12 PM Mon & Tues

5-9 PM Mon-Fri

The Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive, in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S THEATRE, CLICK HERE.

Happy Birthday Juliette Low! Did you know Savannah’s famous daughter and the founder of the Girl Scouts was born on Halloween? Juliette Low wrote: “I was born on the night when witches, imps and fairies roamed the earth!”

Angela Beasley’s Puppet People will perform J-LOW & FRIENDS this month to celebrate that special birthday.
October 27th – 30th
Come celebrate Juliette Gordon Low’s Birthday with the Puppet People’s hysterical tour de force production. Learn things about her that you would never believe!

Special birthday price: $15
Parents with children $5.00
Backstage Pass tour included

The shows will be at the following times at The Puppet People Party Place, 3119 Furber Avenue, Savannah, GA 31405:
Sunday October 27th @ 4 PM
Monday October 28th @ 4 PM
Tuesday October 29th @ 6 PM
Wednesday October 30th @ 7 PM

Reservations required

Contact 912.355.3366,  email puppets@puppetpeople.com or visit www.PuppetPeople.com

Puppet People, 912.355.3366, www.PuppetPeople.com, email puppets@puppetpeople.com,  3119 Furber Ave. , Thunderbolt, 31404  Puppet People is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Come to the Isle of Hope Art & Music Fest on Saturday October 26, 2013 between the hours of 10:00am and 10:00pm. This is a completely free and all ages event on Isle of Hope!

Art Show:
From 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Marina Pavilion, Bluff Drive and Paxton Park. Over 75 artists, craftsmen and vendors will be present with their magnificent creations.

Music Fest:
From 1:00pm to 10:00pm at the Marina. Band performing this year are Velvet Caravan, Doc and The Brawner Boys, The Andrew Gill Band, The Eric Culberson Band, Lauren Lapointe, The Christy Alan Band and The Train Wrecks

Kids Activities: ALL FREE!
Free Kid Zone with art activities hosted by Savannah Clay Spot and Scribble Art Studio in Paxton Park. Drawings sessions by Scribble Art at 11:00am and 1:00pm and Savannah Clay Spot Sessions at 12:00pm and 2:00pm. Wormsloe will have games for children at the Marina from 10:00am and 5:00pm

General Information
Food and Beverage for sale at various locations throughout the day. Parking available at the Isle of Hope Churches and Isle of Hope
Elementary school. Please visit the website at www.iohha.com or Facebook page for more detailed information.

More info here.

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The 19th Annual Telfair Art Fair will be held November 16 and 17 in the heart of historic downtown Savannah.

A popular family-friendly aspect of the annual Telfair Art Fair is the FREE Children’s Art fair, a free event taking place Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to 2 pm in the square at 207 W. York St.

FREE Children’s Art Fair
Saturday, November 16
Enjoy art activities for children in the square and in the studio 10 am – 2pm.

Arty Party, the opening night preview event, will be held on Friday, November 15.

This southern open air art fair attracts thousands of high-end art collectors, tourists, area residents and families, and is open to artists displaying and selling works in various artistic disciplines including painting, printmaking, drawing/pastel, digital media, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics/pottery, photography, furniture, glass, textiles/fiber, and mixed media. 80 artists will be selected for the 19th Annual Telfair Art Fair, and $12,000 in prizes will be awarded.

More info here.

Telfair Museum’s Jepson Center, 207 W York St, Savannah GA 31401 More info here. Telfair Museums are a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Scribble Art Studio teams up with Blick to bring you Saturday Workshops! Perfect for the busy family with long work hours or multiple after school obligations. Each Saturday is a new theme where Scribble Art Studio artists take one hour to teach a fun subject that they specialize in.

|From 1-2:30pm |$25 per child |

Scribble does not guarantee workshops for same day drop-ins, so please Register Online or call in advance. Pay on site or Pay Online. Call (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com
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10/12 | Rashad Doucet | Cartooning Famous Figures
10/19 | Abigail Kokai | Wearable Animal Ears & Tails
10/26 | Tara Garrigan | Pumpkin Carving
11/2 | Charlotte Oden | Creating Dream Catchers
11/9 | Rashad Doucet | Thanksgiving with the Peanuts Gang!
11/16 | Abigail Kokai | Stitched Self-Portraits
11/23 | Charlotte Oden | Thanksgiving Decor
12/7 | Charlotte Oden | Collaged Christmas Cards
12/14 | Abigail Kokai | Ornament Stuffies
12/21 | Tara Garrigan | Making Dough Ornaments
12/28 | Rashad Doucet | Drawing Festive Superheroes

Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St Savannah, 31401, (912) 713-7376 email info@thescribbleartstudio.com , www.TheScribbleArtStudio.com , Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Update: Winner is Cheryl Goodwin! Congratulations Cheryl! Please email us at anne@southernmamas.com.

Giveaway! This week, we’re giving a lucky SouthernMamas.com reader a family four pack of tickets to Disney on Ice presents Princess & Heroes in Savannah. The vouchers are good for the Wednesday night (Oct. 30), Thursday night (Oct 31) or Friday 10:30 AM morning (Nov. 1) shows.

To enter to win, check out our Fall 2013 Fun Guide by clicking here. Then visit our SouthernMamas.com Facebook page by clicking here; ‘Like’ the page; then tell us on our FB wall, which event from our Fall Fun Guide you are most looking forward to doing this Fall! Deadline to enter is noon Mon. Oct. 14. We’ll announce the winner here & on our FB page, so please check back to see if you won.

TICKETS FOR DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS PRINCESSES & HEROES ARE ON SALE NOW IN SAVANNAH

Eight Inspiring Princesses Find Happily Ever After in a magical ice show to be performed at the Savannah Civic Center October 30-November 3

Believing is just the beginning in Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes! Dreamers from Savannah will witness the magic when Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Tiana, Jasmine, Aurora and Snow White all make their wishes come true in this collection of celebrated tales wonderfully told through artistic skating and acrobatics.

With the help of the magical pixie Tinker Bell, the Disney Princesses embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Jasmine discovers a whole new world with Aladdin after meeting her unlikely hero in the marketplace. Prince Philip defeats the evil fire-breathing dragon Maleficent in a race to save his true love Aurora. Prince Eric breaks Ursula’s spell so that Ariel can remain part of his world. Rapunzel, Tiana, Cinderella, Belle and Snow White also find happiness in this beautifully imagined ice show.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes features an incredible display of special effects, stunning set design and breathtaking choreography on the ice. Tickets are available at the Savannah Civic Center box office and Etix.com.
Ticket Prices: $15, $20, $25, $35, $45

DISCOUNT
Enjoying spine tingling tricks on ice with this savings treat! $12 Tickets on Wednesday AND Thursday! Come dressed as your favorite Princess and Hero to Disney On Ice presents Princesses & Heroes.
(Discount not valid on VIP and Rinkside seating)

Show Times @ Savannah Civic Center:
Wednesday 10/30 7:30 p.m.
Thursday 10/31 7:30 p.m.
Friday 11/1 10:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 11/2 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.
Sunday 11/3 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

To learn more about Disney On Ice, log on to www.disneyonice.com, or visit Disney on Ice on Facebook and YouTube.

You & your family are invited to join the SCAD Museum of Art in the celebration of its second anniversary with a fun, free Family Day 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, at 601 Turner Blvd, Savannah 31401.

From drawing superheroes to painting en plein air to traveling the world via green screen, the event has something for everyone.

Family Day coincides with the museum’s month-long membership campaign, which runs through Oct. 20. Museum membership offers a wide range of benefits, including access to world renowned artists, groundbreaking exhibitions, exclusive events, free admission and discounts, and the satisfaction of supporting one of Savannah’s most important cultural assets.

Below are the gallery activities, workshops and demonstrations that will be offered during the SCAD Museum of Art Family Day. For additional information about the event or museum membership, call 912.525.7191 or visit scadmoa.org.

·Scavenger Hunt: Art Detective – Become an art sleuth as you search through the galleries for clues and earn stickers as you go!

·Special Effects: Digital Explorer – Travel around the world to SCAD’s locations in Savannah, Atlanta, Lacoste, France, and Hong Kong using green screen technology.

·Drawing: Character Creations – Learn to draw in comic book style with three drawing workshops, “How to Create a Superhero,” “Caricature” and “Monster Creation.”

·Performing Arts: The Mobb Line – Experience improv in the style of the popular television show, “Whose Line Is It Anyway.”

·Painting: En Plein Air – Explore the tradition of plein air painting with SCAD’s “Local Color” painting club.

·Sketching: Art and Architecture Inspiration – Sketch in the galleries with SCAD’s “It’s All on Paper” drawing club and learn how to achieve perspective and scale.

·Furniture Design: Digital Printing 3-D Models and Gallery Talk – Learn about the process of furniture design and the future of the industry with digital printing and 3-D models. Find out more about the museum exhibition featuring work by acclaimed designer Wendell Castle and the art of furniture design.

·Sculpture: Modular Slots – Use puzzle-like pieces called modular slots to assemble 3-D sculptural compositions.

SCAD Museum of Art
The SCAD Museum of Art is a premier contemporary art museum established to elevate art and design education for art enthusiasts around the world. Melding modern architecture with a historic 1853 railroad depot, the museum honors the past while showcasing world-renowned contemporary artists. Exhibitions range from painting and photography, to fashion, digital media and sculpture, complementing the artistic disciplines offered at the university. The museum also presents public programming year-round, including lecture series, film screenings, workshops and gallery talks. For more information about exhibitions, events and membership, visit scadmoa.org.

Storybook Art with Scribble Art Studio

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305 Thursday, Oct. 10, 4:30 p.m.

Professional artists from Scribble Art Studio will lead this hands-on art program. The session will feature the book, “Creepy Monsters, Sleepy Monsters: a Lullaby” by Jane Yolen. FREE

Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn Street, Savannah, 31419 (behind Target at Savannah Mall)

Check out the fall art youth art classes offered at Savannah’s Telfair Museums. We are particularly excited about the Sketch-Booking for the family class on Saturdays. We always hear from work-outside-the-home moms begging for more Saturday parent-and-me classes. This Sketch-Booking one is perfect. What a great way to get kids to become more conscious and observant of their surroundings. And after taking the class together, going on sketching outings around Savannah will be an inexpensive and fun adventure families can do together. Details below.

	Crash Course in Portraiture Ages: Teen – Adult Saturday, Oct 12, 10am-1pm Members $75, Non-members $95
	A great class for anyone that likes to draw but is scared to draw people or just interested in trying. This one day class will explore the basics of drawing Portraits in charcoal. Working from life students will gain an introduction observational measuring and proportion, as well methods for organizing approaches to complex subjects. Emphasis will be placed on creating volume, light, and shape with value, as well as additive and subtractive use of charcoal. All materials provided.
	Sketch-Booking for the Family Ages: 6 – Adult (1 adult companion per child required) 2 Weeks – Saturday, Oct 26 & Saturday, Nov 2, 10am-12pm Members $100, Non-members $125 per adult and child pair
	This class will meet 2 Saturdays and explore sketch booking as a family activity. In this class we will bind our own sketchbooks, create our own travel watercolor pallet and explore techniques for creating fast plain air sketches in water color. Lesson will include introduction to observational drawing, proper use of materials, and how to for parents looking to engage their children through the arts as well as find some time to do their own sketching. 1 parent/adult per child. All materials included.
	Crash Course Alla Prima Portraits in a Day Ages: Teen – Adult Saturday, Nov 9, 10am-4pm Members $95, Non-members $120
	This workshop is designed to create a relaxed, fun, informative, yet intense working environment. Learn to use direct fluid and fast painting process with heavy emphasis on the use, value relationships, color, and capturing sense of light. Learn to use the elements that make a painting stronger and exciting: creative use of color & edges, visual movement, paint application/ brushwork, distribution of abstract shapes and strong design. All materials provided.

VISIT TELFAIR MUSEUM’S WEBSITE BY CLICKING HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

ONGOING KIDS’ CLASSES:

TODDLER 3RD THURSDAYS

October 17th: Mom and me sketch crawl
November 21: Exploring Spanish culture
December 19: Holiday special
$5 per child; free to adult members or with museum admission
Registration and adult supervision required. Call 790-8823 or click here to register.

WCWM? (What Can We Make?) STUDIO
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays | 1-4 pm | JC
Join us as we open the studios for drop-in visits for all ages. Explore your creative side with inspiring activities utilizing recycled materials, found objects, and traditional art supplies. Free to members or with museum admission.

Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W York Street, Savannah, 31401, www.telfair.org Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

To learn more about Scribble’s portfolio prep or art classes for kids, call 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com .

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, adult art parties. For gifts, Scribble as art kits & gift certificates . For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Savannah’s Clay Spot pottery studio has a bunch of new kids classes for this fall.  Classes offered for every age as well as Parent and Child classes.

Also, super fun Holiday classes, too where kids (and parents) can make handmade gifts for this holiday season.

Click here to Register for Kids and Teen classes online

Kids & Teen Classes

Kids with Clay, Ages 6-10
Kid’s will have a blast expressing themselves artistically though the medium of clay. While building social, critical thinking and technical skills young students will create whimsical, fun, colorful works of art created both on and off the potter’s wheel. For dates & details, click here.

Holiday Kids with Clay, Ages 6-10
Kid get to play Santa in this holiday inspired clay class. They create special one of kind holiday related projects that will be perfect to give as gifts or special keepsakes to be enjoyed for years to come. We will make it, paint it, and glaze it in three fun filled sessions. For dates & details click here.

Pre-Schooler’s Fun with Clay, Ages 3-5
Savannah’s Clay Spot invites your young artist to set their playdough
aside and dive into the “real thing”! Let them feel like a”big kid” by working in a child friendly, professional ceramic studio where they will create wonderful keepsake works of art. For dates & details click here.

Holiday Pre Schooler’s Fun with Clay, Ages 3-5
Your young artist will get to play Santa in this holiday inspired clay class. They will create special one of kind holiday related projects that will be perfect to give as gifts or special keepsakes to be enjoyed for years to come. We’ll get it done three fun filled classes. For dates & details click here.

Teens with Clay, Ages 10-16
Students will learn fundamental techniques with hand building and throwing basic forms on the potter’s wheel. Youth will be challenged to create dynamic surface decorations using glazes, slips and applied elements. For dates & details click here.

Fun with Clay for Kids and Parents, Ages 4-10
Kids along side their parent will have a great time being expressive with clay that will be fired and finished with non toxic food safe glazes. The class will serve a great introduction to working with clay both on and off the potter’s wheel. This creative experience will provide lasting memories and fabulous collaborative works of art. For dates & details click here.

Holiday Fun with Clay for kids and Parents, Ages 4-10
Play Santa with your little elves by making special hoilday inspired gifts and keepsakes out of clay. In this fun filled three session class you all make, paint, and glaze with plenty of time to spare with your final creations made and ready to give before December! For dates & details click here.

Click here to Register for Kids and Teen classes online

Check out photos of pottery gifts you can make by “liking” Savannah’s Clay Spot on Facebook here.

Savannah’s Clay Spot, www.savannahsclayspot.com , 1305 Barnard St. Savannah,  31401, tel 912-509-4647 Savannah’s Clay Spot is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Savannah Children’s Theatre has a new blog where they’ll be giving their readers a closer look at what goes on behind the scenes for every show. They’ll also be doing special giveaways exclusively for our readers. See it here.

Upcoming events at SCT
October 18-27: Performances of CHARLOTTE’S WEB the Musical
October 26, 6:30pm at Byrd Cookie Co.: SCT Great Gatsby Gala

Charlotte’s Web the Musical
Coming October 18-20 and 25-27
KIDS ON STAGE PRODUCTION OF CHARLOTTE’S WEB
Come see the story of Charlotte and Wilbur
Friday nights at 7:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00pm
Student, Senior and Military prices available. Details here.

The Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive, in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S THEATRE, CLICK HERE.

Telfair Museums provides many opportunities for families to visit the museum, learn, and make art together. Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for children? Check these out:

Toddler Third Thursday (3rd Thursday of every month)

10:30am-Noon 

Toddler Third Thursdays are great for parents, grandparents, and caregivers with pre-school children. Designed especially for preschoolers ages 3-5 and their adult companions,this program allows toddlers to explore artwork from Telfair exhibitions and complete a fun-filled art project relating to their tour. A different tour and project will be offered each month. Time to play in ArtZeum is included.  More info here. 

Registration and adult supervision required. Call 790-8823 or click here to register.Enrollment is $5 per child. Adult admission is FREE for museum-members and $12 for non-members. Sponsored in part by JCB, Inc.

Click here to register online for Toddler 3rd Thursday >>

ArtZeum
Located in the Jepson Center
A great place to visit after school, on a rainy day, on weekends, or just anytime, the Telfair’s hands-on learning gallery and interactive exhibits provide an excellent introduction to big ideas about art. Click here to learn more.

Activity Downloads
Download activity sheets here on the educational resources page before your museum visit and explore the museum with fun and educational search activities.

FREE Family Days
Telfair Museums FREE family days are offered throughout the year. Enjoy music, artist demonstrations, hands-on art-making, and guided tours free of charge. Check here for themes, dates, times and locations.

WCWM? (What Can We Make?)
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays / 1-4 PM
Jepson Center’s Melaver Studio
The studios are open for drop-in visits for all ages. Free to members or with museum admission. Open to adults and children accompanied by an adult caregiver. More info available here.
Join us as we open the studios for drop in visits for all ages. wcwm? (What Can We Make?) focuses on developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills through imagination. Explore your creative side with inspiring activities utilizing recycled materials, found objects, and traditional art supplies. In addition to the wcwm? project kits, the studios provide watercolor and collage opportunities as well.
New to the wcwm? program is Family Make, in which participants are assigned a theme each month and a secret ingredient or tool to make art from the most unexpected materials. Before joining in one of our wcwm? theme challenges, check out these talking points and activities you can complete as a family.

Jepson Center, 207 W York St. Savannah, 31401 , http://telfair.org/learn/family-programs Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

FOR MORE LOCAL KIDS’ EVENTS, VISIT OUR EVENTS CALENDAR BY CLICKING HERE.

Tibetan Monks Return to the Jepson Center September 23-29 2013 with FREE children’s sand painting activities on Sept. 26 & Sept. 28.

The Tibetan Buddhist monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery return to the Jepson Center for the first time in more than four years to create an exquisite sand mandala painting as part of a free weeklong residency, sponsored by the city of Savannah. Programs related to the monks’ residency include a variety of activities for all ages and attract thousands of interested onlookers and participants.

From all the artistic traditions of Tantric Buddhism, mandala sand painting ranks as one of the most unique of artistic expressions and is said to generate energies that promote global healing. The spiritual art form includes millions of grains of sand are painstakingly laid into place on a flat platform over the course of the week. To date, the monks have created mandala sand paintings in more than 100 museums, art centers, and colleges and universities in the United States and Europe.

WHEN:
September 23 from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm: The monks begin with an opening ceremony of music and chants, and will begin to outline the mandala. They will continue to work until 7:30 pm.

September 24-28, 10 am to 5 pm: Watch the monks at work in the museum atrium during normal daytime museum hours, other than lunchtime.

September 26 from 10 am – 12 pm: Children’s Sand painting activity. A hands-on activity for the community to create a sand painting together.

September 26 at 5:30 pm: The Monks will lead a free lecture about the symbolism of the sand mandala.

September 28 from 1– 3 pm: Children’s Sand painting activity. A hands-on activity for the community to create a sand painting together.

September 29 Closing Ceremony:
10 am – 1 pm: The Monks finalize the details of the sand mandala.
1 pm – 2pm: The completed mandala is displayed
2pm: The Monks begin to deconstruct the mandala. they will distribute some of the sand to the audience. At about 3:00 pm, they will invite the audience to proceed with them from the Jepson Center to the Savannah River, where they will release the remaining sand into the river to disperse the mandala’s healing energies throughout the world. The release of the sand will take place at the base of the Barnard Street ramp.

All events are free and open to the public, thanks to the funding provided by the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs.

Jepson Center, 207 W. York Street, on Telfair Square, Savannah, 31401, http://www.telfair.org/Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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Picnic in the Park’s theme this year: Celebrate the Arts
7:15 PM Sun. Oct. 6 2013 with free picnic registration starting at 4 PM & judging taking place at 5 PM.

The beloved Savannah tradition will feature an evening of live music, family, and picnics big and small!

This year’s theme, “Celebrate the Arts”, is in recognition of Savannah’s diverse cultural sector for National Arts and Humanities Month. Picnickers are encouraged to design a creative picnic spread that is inspired by any form of the arts; Music, Theater, Dance, Film, Photography, Architecture, Visual Arts and Literature. Those who enter their spreads in the picnic contest will be eligible to win an array of prizes. The picnic contest is graciously hosted by Savannah Area REALTORS®.

The performance begins approximately at 7:15 p.m. The Savannah Philharmonic will perform a variety of symphonic works ranging from influential composers Beethoven to Strauss including classical music from Broadway and films.

Picnic registration is free and begins at 4:00p.m. Judging takes place at 5 p.m. No grills are allowed in the park. Those with tents are asked to please place them on the park perimeter to respect the views of those without tents.

Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance presents its annual fundraiser, “A Night in Ireland” with two performances on Saturday, September 21, 2013, at the American Legion Post 154 on Tybee Island, Ga.

The matinee features dancing only and begins at 2 p.m. Matinee tickets are $5 each. The evening performance includes dinner, Irish dancing, live music, cash bar and silent auction. Seating starts at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. Evening tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for children. Tickets may be purchased online at www.glornadaire.com or at Big Frog Custom t-shirts (1909 E. Victory Dr.).

Glor na Daire is an Irish Dance Academy formed by Abbey Wood, TCRG, and Brent Wood, TCRG. The dance school is comprised of four locations in what is considered the Southern Region of Irish Dance in North America, including Savannah, Ga., Charleston, S.C., Jacksonville, Fla., and Corpus Christi, Texas.

Glor na Daire Academy’s goal is to reach within each dancer and help them find all that comes with hard work. cooperation, commitment and the joy found in the musical movement of Irish dance. For more information about Glor na Daire Irish Dance Academy, please visit www.glornadaire.com  or like Glor na Daire Academy at www.facebook.com/GlornaDaireAcademy .

If interested in Irish Dance classes in Savannah, please call 912.308.2800 or email a.kimzey03@gmail.com For performance info, call 843.260.5609 or email lbland1@aol.com

Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance, www.glornadaire.com , 7176 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance is a SouthernMamas.com subscriber

Scribble Art Studio & Blick art materials present Saturday art workshops @ Dick Blick, Savannah. See a complete list of workshops available here.

To learn more about Scribble’s art classes & children’s birthdays in Pooler & Savannah, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. For gifts, Scribble as art kits & gift certificates. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

11th annual Gray’s Reef Ocean Film Festival comes to the Lucas Theatre in downtown Savannah  @ 32 Abercorn St. for two nights and a full day of ocean-themed films for the entire family.

Friday night (Sept. 13) at 7 PM: a new film from National Geographic entitled “A Penguin’s Life,” followed by Project Shiphunt, featuring shipwreck explorer Jim Delgado. The films will be followed by a Q & A with National Geographic filmmaker Greg Marshall. The “A Penguin’s Life” film runs 7:20-8:05 PM starting after a short introduction to America’s national treasurers: Our 14 marine sanctuaries. “A Penguin’s Life” chronicles the everyday struggles of a colony of Emperor penguins. See firsthand how these penguin parents raise their chicks in just one season to survive on their own in the sea before the ice starts to melt.

Saturday (Sept. 14): begins at 1 PM with shorts and family films, ending with a presentation of the award-winning film “Chasing Ice,” which uses time-lapse photography to chronicle the alarming movement of shrinking glaciers. Featured screenings include Otter 501, directed by Bob Talbot, Lifeline: A Chesapeake Oyster Documentary, by independent filmmaker Adrian Schwarz, Shellshocked by independent filmmaker Emily Driscoll, student films in the 2013 Emerging Filmmakers Competition, and Sharks of Lost Island by National Geographic filmmaker Enric Sala.

At 8 p.m. Saturday will be “Chasing Ice” by independent filmmaker Joe Tufano, followed by a Q & A with Skidaway Institute of Oceanography researcher Clark Alexander.

The Festival also includes an opening night at the Jepson Center Auditorium on Thursday, September 11th, and an encore presentation at the Jewish Education Alliance on Abercorn Street on Sunday, September 15th. More information is available at http://graysreef.noaa.gov.

Admission to all events is free. Learn more by clicking here.

Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31401

	Portfolio Builder: Youth Drawing 1 Ages 10 – 14 6 Weeks – Thursdays, Sept 26 – Oct 31, 4:30–6:00pm Member: $100, Non-member: $125 Instructor: Marisa Lilje
	This class is designed to help upper-elementary & middle school students improve their drawing skills and begin the process of developing a portfolio.  In Drawing 1, students will focus on observational drawing techniques including, linear perspective, shading, and the figure. Class exercises will include working from still life and practicing portraiture and sketching from clothed models. Youth Drawing is a great class for students to develop their art portfolios. All materials provided.
	Crash Course in Portraiture Ages: Teen – Adult Saturday, Oct 12, 10am-1pm Members $75, Non-members $95
	A great class for anyone that likes to draw but is scared to draw people or just interested in trying.  This one day class will explore the basics of drawing Portraits in charcoal.  Working from life students will gain an introduction observational measuring and proportion, as well methods for organizing approaches to complex subjects.  Emphasis will be placed on creating volume, light, and shape with value, as well as additive and subtractive use of charcoal. All materials provided.
	Sketch-Booking for the Family Ages: 6 – Adult (1 adult companion per child required) 2 Weeks – Saturday, Oct 26 & Saturday, Nov 2, 10am-12pm Members $100, Non-members $125 per adult and child pair
	This class will meet 2 Saturdays and explore sketch booking as a family activity. In this class we will bind our own sketchbooks, create our own travel watercolor pallet and explore techniques for creating fast plain air sketches in water color. Lesson will include introduction to observational drawing, proper use of materials, and how to for parents looking to engage their children through the arts as well as find some time to do their own sketching. 1 parent/adult per child. All materials included.
	Crash Course Alla Prima Portraits in a Day Ages: Teen – Adult Saturday, Nov 9, 10am-4pm Members $95, Non-members $120
	This workshop is designed to create a relaxed, fun, informative, yet intense working environment. Learn to use direct fluid and fast painting process with heavy emphasis on the use, value relationships, color, and capturing sense of light. Learn to use the elements that make a painting stronger and exciting: creative use of color & edges, visual movement, paint application/ brushwork, distribution of abstract shapes and strong design. All materials provided.

VISIT TELFAIR MUSEUM’S WEBSITE BY CLICKING HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

ONGOING KIDS’ CLASSES:

TODDLER 3RD THURSDAYS
Thursday, September 19 | 10-11:30 am | JC
Shiny Shapes and Details!
$5 per child; free to adult members or with museum admission
Registration and adult supervision required. Call 790-8823 or click here to register.

WCWM? (What Can We Make?) STUDIO
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays | 1-4 pm | JC
Join us as we open the studios for drop-in visits for all ages. Explore your creative side with inspiring activities utilizing recycled materials, found objects, and traditional art supplies. Free to members or with museum admission.

Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W York Street, Savannah, 31401, www.telfair.org Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.