Kindermusik in Savannah ‘s April once per month play date will be Monday, April 21st at 11:10am.

This month’s theme is “April showers- playdate’s OURS!!” and is open for ages 0-7.

Class cost is $15 for the first child, and $5 for any additional siblings, and includes the class, an instrument for each participant, ten Kindermusik songs and a bonus gift at the end of class!

To enroll online, visit www.88keysga.com  then click on the Kindermusik link or call 912-988-KEYS (5397).

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Oatland Island Wildlife Center
Wildlife and education programs
711 Sandtown Rd.
Savannah, GA, 31410
(912) 395-1212

Admission rates & driving directions here.

Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife Center.
Programs are at 10 AM & 11 AM on Tuesdays each week . Pre-registration required. Call 395-1500

Toddler Tuesday Program Fees for 2013:
General: $5 per child $5 per adult
Friends of Oatland Members: $5 per child, up to 2 adults FREE!

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

Toddler Tuesday Topics

If you are new to the Savannah area or are a new parent, then you need to check out Toddler Tuesdays, a fun weekly program that celebrates nature @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410.

At Toddler Tuesday, children & their parents/caretakers experience nature through themed activities including live animal encounters, wildlife nature walks, storytelling, songs, interactive finger-play & crafts.

Oatland’s naturalist Michelle Kelly leads these exciting & educational sessions.

NEW TIMES: 10 AM & 11 AM

Admission rates & driving directions here.

Toddler Tuesdays Programs sare at 10 AM & 11 AM on Tuesdays each week . Pre-registration required. Call 395-1500

Toddler Tuesday Program Fees: General: $5 per child $5 per adult Friends of Oatland Members: $5 per child, up to 2 adults FREE!

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

FOR UPCOMING TODDLER TUESDAY THEMES, CLICK HERE.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center Wildlife, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410 (912) 395-1212 Driving directions here.

Cate Glyn-Jones cordially invites you to celebrate the Grand Opening of Erigo – Savannah’s only boutique maternity firm, an entire building specializing in pre-and post-natal coaching and consulting.  The Grand Opening is 5:30-7:30 PM Tues. April 8.

DONATIONS for NICK RINTYE, 2014 MAN OF THE YEAR LLS CAMPAIGN by NICK RINTYE. WILL BE ACCEPTED for the Leukemia The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Savannah.

Erigo – located at 5301 Paulsen St. - offers traditional birth classes, breastfeeding consulting, pre and post-natal massage and fitness classes to help nurture expectant and new parents. For further information, click here.

Grand Opening highlights include door prizes, complimentary appetizers, live music and local artist exhibition.

Meet Owner: Cate Glyn-Jones, RN, RM, IBCLC, ANLC, Cate Glyn-Jones began her career in Europe as a Registered Nurse (R.N.) and Registered Midwife (R.M.) working in many countries across the European continent including Switzerland, France and England. She then emigrated to the United States and continued her diverse career in labor & delivery as well as post-natal & breastfeeding health and education.

With 30 years experience, Cate’s knowledge proves invaluable in helping expectant and new parents throughout pregnancy and into parenthood.

Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street, Savannah, 31405, tel: (912) 544-6387 http://erigosavannah.com

Kindermusik in Savannah announces their April once a month play date for ages 0-7.

The playdate will be Monday, April 21 at 11:10am. The theme is “April showers: playdate’s OURS!”

All participants receive an instrument, ten songs from Kindermusik and a bonus gift at the end of class. This event is open to the public.

Online enrollment is available now at www.88keysga.com then click on the Kindermusik link. Or call 912-988-KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com.

Also, weekly Kindermusik classes are ongoing and free trial classes are available for all who want to come for a visit. 0′s and 1′s meet Mondays at 9:30am, and 2′s and 3′s meet at 10:20am on Mondays.

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

We love Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler. This video shows all the reasons why.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler offers private & group art classes for kids, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. For gifts, Scribble has 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.

FOR MORE AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES, CLICK HERE.

Enjoy a yoga weekend retreat with Savannah Yoga Center’s founder, Kelley J. Boyd 500-ERYT and the Jekyll Island Club Hotel in Georgia. With this yoga retreat package, you can enjoy a quiet weekend of yoga, meditation, healthy food, beaches and the beauty of Jekyll Island.

Jekyll Island, GA – Friday August 8 – Sunday August 10, 2014
Cost: $539 Single Occupancy, $699 Double
*Deadline July 8, 2014
LOCATION: Jekyll Island Club Hotel
371 River View Dr. Jekyll Island, GA 31527

Kelley J. Boyd has been practicing and studying yoga for 13+ years. She owns Savannah Yoga Center and travels the world gathering inspiration to weave into yoga teachings that she can share with you in her classes, workshops, retreats, and teacher training programs.

Yoga Retreat Weekend Package Includes:
• Two nights’ accommodations including room tax
• Breakfast buffet each morning in the Grand Dining Room
• Group Dinner Friday Evening
• All Yoga and meditation sessions and all other presentations and classes
• Chef’s demonstration and lunch on Saturday for a “Healthy Heart and Soul.”

Registration and more info at www.savannahyoga.com  or call (912) 232-2994.

About Savannah Yoga Center: Located at 1319 Bull Street, 3 blocks south of Historic Forsyth Park between Henry and Anderson Streets and now in Pooler, 111 Canal St. Serving Savannah for the past 10 years and voted Savannah’s BEST yoga center for the past 7 years.

Savannah Yoga classes include: Toddler & Me; Infant & Me; Pregnancy Yoga; Kids’ Yoga Teacher Training; plus Yoga & Art Classes that are held at the same time with Savannah Yoga Center Pooler and Scribble Arts Pooler. Details here.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1319 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 & 111 Canal St. #101, Pooler, GA 31322
Email info@savannahyoga.com  and be sure to mention the POOLER location! (912) 232-2994, email savannahyoga@gmail.com , www.savannahyoga.com Savannah Yoga Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Camp in the City is a summer day camp right in your Savannah neighborhood.

There will be lots of fun activities, great staff, and life-changing ministry that happens in a week of camp. Activities will include laser tag, euro bungee, messy games, slip-n-slide, climbing wall and so much more! After five days with some of the most fun and exciting college students in the country, your child will be energized for the upcoming year and ready for their own spiritual journey. Campers will experience Jesus through Bible study, worship, and time with their counselors as well as participate in tons of great camp activities.

This camp is for kids who have completed kindergarten-4th grade. It runs Monday-Friday from 9AM-4PM. Pack your child’s own lunch for camp and snacks will be provided. Cost is $240.

Week One: June 9-13 at Savannah Christian Church, Henderson Campus. (55 Al Henderson Blvd). Register here.

Week Two: July 28-August 1 at Savannah Christian Church, East Campus (9150 Old Montgomery Road) Register here.

Please only register for one week of camp.

For more information or to register visit www.campiscoming.com . For more information about camp e-mail elevate@savannahchristian.com .

FOR MORE SAVANNAH-AREA SUMMER CAMPS 2014, CLICK HERE.

Stomping and clapping aren’t just helping Natalie get the wiggles out… She is also memorizing the order of the Treble Clef notes!

Did you know adding a kinesthetic quality is known to help individuals retain information?

Contact Lydia Rabon to learn more about interactive piano and violin lessons in Savannah for children. Lessons are given out of her home in downtown Savannah. Ages 3 and up.

Call or email today to schedule a lesson: LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com or (843)819-5022.

30 minute lessons: $25 45 minute lessons: $38

Learn more by “liking” Music Lessons by Lydia on Facebook here.

Lydia Rabon, MT-BC, Board Certified Music Therapist, Piano/Violin Instructor, (843) 819-5022, email LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com On Facebook here. Lydia Rabon is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Announcing all new April themes for Kindermusik in Savannah parent & me early childhood music sessions.

Weekly studio classes:
Mondays, 9:30am: class for babies 0’s and 1’s will be doing “Music Makes My Day”. We will be exploring Baby’s daily routines (naptime, mealtime, etc.) and how to add spark to those daily repetitive occurrences!

Mondays, 10:20am: class for toddlers 2’s and 3’s will be doing “Family and Friends”, where 3 of the things that bring joy to toddlers’ lives come together: Family, Friends and Music!

All new families are welcome to attend a free trial class.

April Playdate

Also, announcing April’s once-a-month Kindermusik playdate:

Theme for April will be “April Showers: Playdate’s OURS!” and the group will explore a rain theme, including splashes in puddles, storms, water, and maybe a wee bit of sunshine too. It will be Monday, April 21, at 11:10am. All participants will receive an instrument, a download card for 10 Kindermusik songs, and a BONUS gift at the end of class! Class cost is $15.00 per child, with siblings available at only $5.00 each!

Online enrollment : www.88keysga.com (click on the Kindermusik link).

Questions? Contact 912.988.KEYS (5397) or music@88keysga.com .

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Spring Junior Golf Clinics 2014 at The Club at Savannah Harbor.

Bring your little ones out for some fun and education about the game of golf. Cost is $35 per clinic and includes snacks after each clinic.

Clinic dates are:
April 15th, 29th
May 13th, 27th
4:30-6 pm.

Contact Paul Killgallon for more information at 912.201.2240, email paul.killgallon@westin.com or click here.

The Club at Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Is., 2 Resort Drive, Savannah, 31421, 912.201.2240, email Golf.savannah@westin.com https://www.facebook.com/TheClubAtSavannahHarbor, www.theclubatsavannahharbor.com  The Club at Savannah Harbor is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’ve been meaning to master golf.
Or at least improve your game.

Here’s how – Saturday morning golf clinic at The Club at Savannah Harbor on Hutchinson Island next to the Westin.  All skill levels welcome. Enjoy a full hour clinic with a PGA instructor and free use of ladies Callaway clubs – just for $20.

Make it a girls’ day out. After all, you’ll also receive 25% off food & beverages in Legends Bar, Champions Grill and from the beverage card and special greens fees on the day of your lesson: nine holes with cart rental is just $30. Or make it even a better workout by opting to walk the course & pay just $20 for nine holes, based on availability.

Contact Paul Killgallon for more information at 912.201.2240, email paul.killgallon@westin.com or click here.

The Club at Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Is., 2 Resort Drive, Savannah, 31421, 912.201.2240, email Golf.savannah@westin.com
https://www.facebook.com/TheClubAtSavannahHarbor, www.theclubatsavannahharbor.com  The Club at Savannah Harbor is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

A new session of Children and Teen Pottery classes start this week of March 31 at Savannah’s Clay Spot.

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.
Wednesdays, April 2-May 7, 2014 4:30pm-5:30pm, 6 weeks
Cost: $140
Two Children and a Parent: $160
Click here to register.

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.
Thursdays, April 3- May 8, 2014, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 6 weeks
Cost $110
Click here to register.

REMINDER: FOR DETAIL ON SAVANNAH CLAY SPOT’S POTTERY SUMMER CAMPS 2014, CLICK 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 Yoga Center - now in Savannah & Pooler

Parent & Me Yoga Classes

Mondays – Savannah
10 AM-11:15AM Toddlers & Me Yoga
11:30 AM-12:45PM Infant & Me (Pre-Crawlers)

Pregnancy Yoga

Pregnancy Yoga Rolling Series (start anytime!)
Savannah, 6-7:15pm Thursdays Pregnancy Yoga Series (sign up online or walk in to register) Details here.

Yoga & Art Classes at the same time with SYC Pooler and Scribble Arts Pooler!

Details at www.thescribbleartstudio.com

Pregnancy Yoga

Pregnancy Yoga Workshops
Pooler Saturday 1-3 PM. Details here.
June 27
Sept. 20
Nov. 1

Teacher Training

Savannah location
Kid’s Yoga Teacher Training
Aug. 22-24

Details, Pricing & Registration for all of the above classes: www.savannahyoga.com (912) 232-2994

Savannah Yoga Center, 1319 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 & 111 Canal St. #101, Pooler, GA 31322
Email info@savannahyoga.com  and be sure to mention the POOLER location! (912) 232-2994, email savannahyoga@gmail.com , www.savannahyoga.com Savannah Yoga Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

When it comes to gymnastics & tumbling classes in Savannah, Summit Gymnastics has long been the go-to spot.

Conveniently located on Savannah’s Southside at 74 W Montgomery Crossroads near Abercorn, Summit Gymnastics offers tumbling classes along with both recreational and competitive gymnastics from ages 18 months to 18 years.

Spring 7-week session: Session 3:  April 14-May 31 2014 (No classes Memorial Day, Mon. May 25)
2014 Spring Fling Parent Show: Sat. May 24

Summer 8-week session: Session 4: June 2-Aug. 3 2014

Late Summer/Early Fall 7 week session: Session 5: Aug. 4-Sept. 14 2014 (No classes Labor Day Sept. 1)

Session 6: 7 weeks, Sept. 15-Nov. 2 2014

Session 7: 7 weeks, Nov. 3-Dec. 21 2014 (No classes Thanksgiving Nov. 26-30 2014)

For more info & make-up class dates, click here. To register call (912) 921-1034 or email summitgymnastics@yahoo.com

Parent-and-tot time
2nd Friday of each month
9:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $5

Birthdays
What better way to celebrate a birthday than with a gymnastics birthday.
Parties at Summit Gymnastics consist of 60 minutes of gym time with an instructor and 30 minutes for cake & presents.
Cost: $175 for up to 15 kid $12 for each additional child
$50 for additional 30 minutes of play time
Call today (912) 921-1034 to reserve your day and time

Field trips
Attention day cares & schools: Schedule a gymnastics field trip today
Summit Gymnastics makes it both fun and educational.
You get 90 minutes of gymnastics training for only $8.50 per child.
Call today (912) 921-1034 to set up a trip for your school

Summit is dedicated to producing top-quality gymnasts by providing a safe and productive work environment that enhances physical and mental well-being. Summit’s positive, challenging and motivational atmosphere will encourage gymnasts to make meaningful commitments to the sport of gymnastics. Summit Gymnastics will help gymnasts achieve their ultimate goal – to reach their fullest personal potential, both mentally and physically, within the sport of gymnastics.

Summit Gymnastics sees gymnastics excellence as the most effective means towards success.

Summit Gymnastics, 74 W Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, 31406, (912) 921-1034 email summitgymnastics@yahoo.com, www.summitgymnasticssav.com Summit Gymnastics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Wilmington Is. is registering kids for different classes offered for various ages from walkers to 8 year olds.

Lots of spaces still available in many of the classes. New students can join at any time provided space available.

Visit schedule and rates page for updated information. Mention you saw Coach Val’s Tumblegym on SouthernMamas.com site to receive 50% off annual registration fee. Various classes offered including:

Wiggle Worms 30 mins/week walkers – 2 yrs accompanied by adult GrassHoppers 45 mins/wk 2 to 3 yrs accompanied by adult Bumble Bees 60 mins/week 3 to 4 yrs FireFlies 60 mins/week 4 to 6 yrs DragonFlies 60 mins/week 6 to 8 yrs

Call 912-268-6003 or email val@coachvals.com.

Classes are in a safe, air conditioned, bug-free environment! Tumblegym’s experienced staff will keep your little one moving while having a great time.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym provides fun, imaginative exercise programs for children walking through 10 yr olds. Their curriculum integrates physical skill acquisition with social and cognitive learning concepts. Basic gymnastics and tumbling, ball handling skills, strength, balance, and all around coordination activities part of every class.

Please “like” Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Facebook here to keep up with latest news and specials.

See website here for schedule and rates. Registration online available by clicking here.

Mention you saw Coach Val’s Tumblegym on SouthernMamas.com site to receive 50% off annual registration fee.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym, 310 Johnny Mercer Blvd in the Wilmington Island Shopping Center (with Dollar Tree, Ace Hardware, and Goodwill) Tel: 912-268-6003, www.coachvals.com, On Facebook here. Coach Val’s Tumblegym is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Moms with Cameras class - Sunday, April 6th, 2014

Register for the April 6 2014 class by clicking here.

Is your fancy digital camera still in full auto – just like it was when you first took it out of the box? Why not sign up for Shuman Fine Art photography’s beginner’s photography class and learn how to get more from your camera and take better pictures! This class is PERFECT for mom and dads who desire better family snapshots!

The class will cover:
-10 Tips for Taking Better Photos and how to get your kids to cooperate
-How to get off auto mode
-Training Wheels
-How your lighting matters
-Using your Camera’s Basic Settings
-Lens Overview
-Practice shooting indoors and out

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
-snacks
-cheat sheet for your camera bag
-swag bag
-Printed notes covering the lessons taught so that you can continue to practice and refine your skills at home
-A private Facebook group to stay connected and help each other learn even after class is over
-FUN!

WHAT’S REQUIRED:
-DSLR camera OR point and shoot camera
-camera manual
-pen and paper (in case I say something mind blowing and you want to remember it)
-any extra lens you may have

The three and a half hour group class is $135 per person (with an option to pay only half down). Class size is limited to 7 students so everyone will have an opportunity to ask specific questions. Reserve your spot today!

Interested in a private individual class? The private one-on-one photography class is a great way for a you to get help with your specific camera. We’ll cover the basics of what goes into an exposure, go over the features of your camera, and suggest when to use certain features of your camera to allow you to take better pictures. We’ll also cover the differences between different lenses and which lens is best during different circumstances. A three hour class at your home is $250.

If you would like more information or have any questions please call 912.826.4447 or email jillanes@shumanphoto.com

Register for the April 6 2014 class by clicking here.

Also please check out Shuman Fine Art Photography’s professional work here.

Jillane Tucker, Shuman Fine Art Photography.com, email jillanes@shumanphoto.com, 912.826.4447 http://www.shumanfineartphotography.com/ Shuman Fine Art Photography is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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Listen to two year old Penny sing about rhythm! Did you know using music as a mnemonic device aids and learning and memory?

Contact Lydia Rabon to learn more about interactive piano and violin lessons in Savannah for children. Lessons are given out of her home in downtown Savannah. Ages 3 and up.

Call or email today to schedule a lesson: LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com or (843)819-5022.

30 minute lessons: $25 45 minute lessons: $38

Learn more by “liking” Music Lessons by Lydia on Facebook here.

Lydia Rabon, MT-BC, Board Certified Music Therapist, Piano/Violin Instructor, (843) 819-5022, email LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com On Facebook here. Lydia Rabon is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Bring your child to Kindermusik’s March play date:  ”A Trip to the Zoo!”  Monday, March 24, at 11:10am in Savannah.

Class is open to children ages 0-7 and cost is $15 per family. All attendees receive an instrument, download card for 10 Kindermusik songs, and a BONUS gift at the end of class.

Class size is limited so enroll today at www.88keysga.com or call 912.988.KEYS.

Stay connected by signing up for Kindermusik’s e-mail list (visit www.88keysga.com  - click on the Kindermusik link).

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

So thrilled to see girls’ golf programs like this one being offered FOR FREE 9-11 AM Sat. March 8 @ The Club at Savannah Harbor on Hutchinson Island next to the Westin Savannah.

There will be four fitness & golf stations set up around the club with a healthy snack & water at the end of the program.  Limited to the first girls who sign up. Call 912.201.2240.

The Club at Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Is., Savannah, 912.201.2240, email Golf.savannah@westin.com
https://www.facebook.com/TheClubAtSavannahHarbor The Club at Savannah Harbor is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

If your child hasn’t taken an art class yet @ Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler, here’s your chance.  Check out the Spring 2014 class schedule here.

For details, call 912.713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble also does children’s birthday parties including: superhero parties, classic art parties & princess parties.

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

Come Build and Learn with Snapology this Summer 2014 – one of our favorite STEM activities for kids ages 5-13.  Snapology offers educational classes, summer camps and birthday parties with LEGO® bricks for boys and girls in the greater Savannah area

Snapology of Savannah will offer camps this summer of 2014 at these three locations: Richmond Hill Community Ed, Savannah Country Day School and Frederica Academy on St. Simons, Ga.

June 2-5 Lego Stop Motion Animation at Savannah Country Day School

June 9-12 Lego Inventors Robotics at Savannah Country Day School

June 16-19 Lego Star Wars and Lego Stop Motion Animation at Richmond Hill Community Ed.

June 23-26 Lego Minecraft and Lego Superheroes at Savannah Country Day School

June 23-26 Lego Inventors Robotics at Frederica Academy, St. Simons

July 14-17 Lego Superheroes at Frederica Academy, St. Simons

Richmond Hill
Snapology summer camps in Richmond Hill will take place at the Richmond Hill Community Ed. Registration will be through the Community Education office and will open middle of March. Also if your child attends the Richmond Hill Public Schools, a camp information flier and registration form will be going home in your child’s folder from school around the middle of March as well. All RH Community Ed classes and camps are open to the public. Call Trudy Howard at 912-459-5209 for any RH Community Ed. camp information.

For more information, click here

Stay connected to Snapology of Savannah by liking them on Facebook here.

Snapology of Savannah, Richmond Hill, “Where Learning is a Snap” 770-883-3024, email Savannah@Snapology.com , http://www.snapology.com/savannahhome.php, Snapology is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Savannah’s beautiful marshes and islands serve as the setting for Savannah Country Day School’s Coastal Ecology Camp this summer. You do not have to be a student at Savannah Country Day School to attend. The camp is open to the public.

Sessions are a week-long.

Led by Bill Eswine, Savannah Country Day’s science coordinator for the Lower School and Director of the Coastal Ecology Program, the camp includes marsh studies at the Marine Institute, a beach erosion study at Cockspur Island and Tybee Island, a trip to Sapelo Island in nearby McIntosh County, and visits to many other coastal sites.

Savannah Country Day’s Coastal Ecology Camp has been held annually since 1982 and is open to all students.

Six sessions, beginning in June, are available for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

General one-week camp sessions cost: $295 per student. Space is limited and sessions fill fast. Click here for the application soon or call for more details at 912 961-8767 or email beswine@savcds.org

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE for general one-week sessions for K-5th grade
Monday: 8:30am – 3 pm SCDS Lower School Science Lab, Marine Institute
Tuesday 8:30 am- 3 pm Skidaway Narrows, marsh studies
Wednesday 8:30am – 3 pm Beach erosion study–Fort Pulaski & Tybee Island
Thursday 6:30am – 4:30 pm Sapelo Island Trip
Friday 8:30am – 1 pm Discussion and games

June 2-6, General Session (K-6th grades) $295
June 9-13, General Session (K-6th grades) $295
June 16-20 General Session (K-6th grades) $295
June 23-27 General Session (K-6th grades) $295
June 30- July 4 General Session (K-6th grades)
July 7-11, Explorer Session (3rd-6th grades) $350
July 14-18, General Session (K-6th grades) $295
July 21-26, Florida Trip (6th-8th grades) $985

Details on sessions for older kids

The Explorer Session July 7-11 is for students who are entering grades three through six. This session includes day trips with the exception of a Thursday overnight camp-out. Some activities included are canoeing, a one-night camp-out (meals included), and day trips to local barrier islands and Sapelo Island in McIntosh County. Cost: $350

For older budding ecologists, there is a trip to the Canaveral Seashore in Florida July 21-26. Students entering sixth through eighth grades in the fall can sign up for a week of coastal exploration at Cocoa Beach, FL. The trip includes airboat rides, two nights of turtle watching, a visit to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, snorkeling at Blue Springs State Park, a study of loggerhead turtles along the Canaveral seashore, swimming and, of course, a visit to the world famous RonJon’s Surf Shop. Students stay at the Discovery Beach Resort on Cocoa Beach. Week cost: $985

Click here for the application soon or call for more details at 912 961-8767 or email beswine@savcds.org

FOR MORE SAVANNAH SUMMER CAMPS 2014, CLICK HERE.

New themes for Savannah Kindermusik with 88 KEYS PIANO begin in March – it’s a great time to start up classes with your little one.

0’s and 1’s will be starting “Peas and Carrots” Mondays at 9:30am and 2’s and 3’s will be starting “Pet Parade” Mondays at 10:20am. Everyone is welcome to a free trial class! Register online today at www.88keysga.com (then click on the Kindermusik link).

Attention parents of children with special needs: 88 KEYS PIANO will be sponsoring a FULL SCHOLARSHIP for the month of March to one child with special needs - that includes one COMPLETELY free month of Kindermusik classes.

If you have a child ages with special needs 0-3 with any type of learning, hearing or other impairment or delay, and you think they would benefit from a free month of Kindermusik classes, please email 88 KEYS PIANO ASAP at music@88keysga.com  to receive the Scholarship application form. One winner will be notified by email on Saturday, March 1. All classes to be held on Monday mornings and winner must redeem scholarship prize in March.

Remember: One-time Kindermusik March Playdate: “A Trip to the Kindermusik Zoo” will be  11 AM Monday, March 24. This class is open to ages 0-7, and the cost is $15 per family. All participants will receive an instrument, a download card for 10 Kindermusik songs, and a special BONUS GIFT at the end of class. Register online today at www.88keysga.com . Class space is limited.

Online enrollment is available now at www.88keysga.com  or call 912-988-KEYS (5397).

Stay connected by signing up for Kindermusik’s e-mail list (visit www.88keysga.com  - click on the Kindermusik link)

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Are you and your child interested in a fun, educational camp experience for summer, 2014?

The University of Georgia Marine Education Center and Aquarium on Skidaway Island (MAREX) offers summer camps to children of all ages! These camps offer opportunity for children to learn about coastal environments and marine life, with the personalized attention of MAREX staff and interns.

Registration Deadline

The registration form for 2014 will be available March 1, 2014. The annual enrollment lottery will take place April 1, 2014. To be included in the lottery, registration forms with non-refundable deposit must be delivered by mail or in person to the UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium on Skidaway island before April 1, 2014.

Faxed and emailed forms will not be accepted. Forms without deposits will not be accepted. Registration will not be completed by phone. Short waiting lists will be held for each session. Waiting list placement requires both registration form and deposit. If applicant is not enrolled due to space limitations, the registration form and deposit will be returned. Enrollment confirmation will be emailed by April 14th, 2014.

Download the 2014 Summer Marine Science Camp REGISTRATION FORM here.

Sessions include:
Fish Fry – Ages 4 & 5
June 16-20, 2014
$155 per camper / $50 deposit with registration
Description here.

Sea Squirts – Age 6
July 14-18, 2014
$205 per camper / $50 deposit with registration.
Description here.

Sea Camp – Ages 7-8
Session I: June 2-6, 2014
Session II: July 7-11, 2014
$230 per camper / $50 deposit with registration.
Description here.

Salty Dawgs – Ages 9-10
Session I: June 9-13, 2014
Session II: July 21-25, 2014
$285 per camper / $50 deposit with registration.
Description here.

Fishing for Fun – Ages 11-12
June 23-27, 2014
$285 per camper / $50 deposit with registration.
Description here.

Island Scientists – Ages 13-14
July 28-August 1, 2014
$325 per session / $100 deposit with registration.
Description here.

FOR MORE SAVANNAH SUMMER CAMPS 2014, CLICK HERE.

Registration is now open for a new Snapology class for Homeschoolers in Pooler!

-Lego® Superheroes-

To the Batcave Lego® fans! Design and build a superhero city, superhero hideouts, villain lairs plus much more using a large assortment of Lego® pieces and superhero minifigures!

This 5 week session of classes will meet each Thursdays at the Tom Tripplett Community Center 10:30am-11:30am on 2/27,3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27.  Register online today at http://savannah.snapology.com/Calendar.html  $65 per student.

Come Build and Learn with Snapology – one of our favorite after-school STEM classes for kids ages 5-13.  Snapology offers educational classes, camps and birthday parties with LEGO® bricks for boys and girls in the greater Savannah area

Have Snapology bring the party to you! Snapology’s dedicated party facilitator will bring the Lego® party to you.

More Snapology birthday info here.

Stay connected to Snapology of Savannah by liking them on Facebook here.

Snapology of Savannah, Richmond Hill, “Where Learning is a Snap” 770-883-3024, email Savannah@Snapology.com , http://www.snapology.com/savannahhome.php, Snapology is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance in Savannah is once again offering free Irish Dance classes for children interested in trying Irish Dance. (After seeing these talented dancers perform at last weekend’s Savannah Irish Festival, we are hooked & definitely want to give this a try.)

Beginner Dancers can take one month (4 weeks) of free Irish Dance classes if they start in February or March. These dancers are also invited to join Glor na Daire in marching in the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day parade on Mon. March 17.

Class schedule info here. Please say SouthernMamas.com sent you!

If interested, please contact:
Angela Smith
New Student Liaison
Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance – Savannah
Tel: 308-2800.
Email: a.kimzey03@comcast.net

FOR MORE FREE SAVANNAH KIDS’ ACTIVTIES, CLICK HERE.

This week is a great time to plan a free visit to a Kindermusik class in Savannah for you and your little one!

Kindermusik will be starting up all new themes in March – 0’s and 1’s will be exploring “Peas and Carrots” on Mondays at 9:30am, while 2’s and 3’s will be starting “Pet Parade” on Mondays at 10:20am.

So come check out a free trial class in February to see what Kindermusik is all about.

For more info, visit www.88keysga.com , or call 912.988.KEYS (5397).

Also, join Kindermusik for their March Playdate: “A Trip to the Zoo!”, to be held Monday, March 24, from 11:10-11:50am.

Kindermusik Playdates are a wonderful way to plan a one-time outing for your Moms groups, friends, or a perfect time to make NEW friends for you and your little one! All playdate attendees will receive a download card for 10 Kindermusik Songs, an instrument, and a bonus gift at the end of class.

Siblings are FREE for playdates, and classes are geared for ages 0-7! Spaces are limited, so enroll today at www.88keysga.com

Online enrollment is available now at www.88keysga.com  or call 912-988-KEYS (5397).

Stay connected by signing up for Kindermusik’s e-mail list (visit www.88keysga.com  - click on the Kindermusik link)

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com,  912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link, Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Registration for American Girl Cheer Camp @ Savannah Sharks gym is now open!

Last summer this camp was so much fun, the girls begged to come back for a 2nd week at the end of summer. You do not have to own an American Girl Doll to attend. Savannah Sharks has plenty to share.

Camp is June 16th-20th
9 AM-2 PM
Ages 5-10 $150

*If you pay for camp in full by May 1st, you will receive $15 off (Total camp cost with discount $135)

Camp activities:
Customized cheer routines for each group
Mock cheer competition
Fashion show
Tea party
Chik fil a lunch day!
Paint/decorate your own sports bra
Create your own music video
Special guest speakers
1 camp instructor for every 5 girls
Doll clothing swaps
Happy cards for the elders (nursing home patients)
Messy game day
Snow cones
Bouncy house
Relay races
Fort building contest

We hope your daughter will join Savannah Sharks for this fun week!

To register, email your child’s name and age to SavSharks@gmail.com

Savannah Sharks Cheerleading & Tumbling, www.savsharkscheer.com , 2123 East Victory Dr (behind Chick-fil-A)  Savannah, 31404, email savsharks@gmail.com,  (912)335-2234 On Facebook here.   Savannah Sharks is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

One of our favorite after-school STEM classes for kids ages 5-13 - Snapology of Savannah - will be at the CARMIKE CINEMA 11 (behind the Savannah Mall) this Saturday Feb. 8 from 12:30-4 PM to celebrate The Lego Movie.

It’s a perfect fit because Snapology offers educational classes, camps and birthday parties with LEGO® bricks for boys and girls ages 5-13 in the greater Savannah area

Snapology will have FREE LEGO® building stations set up in the theater lobby. Another SouthernMamas favorite Scribble Arts Studio will have a Lego craft table. Life size minifigures will meet movie goers as you walk in the doors, plus more.

Plan to come see what Snapology has to offer this Saturday.  The first showing for The Lego Movie will begin at 12:30pm

Buy your tickets online now before they sell out.

Snapology after-school classes for kids

Snapology after school STEM classes take place in schools around the greater Savannah area. Ask your child’s school to call Snapology at 770-883-3024 to discuss the possibility of a class.

Have Snapology bring the party to you! Snapology’s dedicated party facilitator will bring the Lego® party to you.

More Snapology birthday info here.

Stay connected to Snapology of Savannah by liking them on Facebook here.

Snapology of Savannah, Richmond Hill, “Where Learning is a Snap” 770-883-3024, email Savannah@Snapology.com , http://www.snapology.com/savannahhome.php, Snapology is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

FOR MORE FREE LOCAL KIDS’ WINTER EVENTS, CLICK HERE.

Attention parents of children between the ages of four & eight looking to play spring soccer in Savannah.

Check out Sweet Feet Academy Spring Program for Under 6 to Under 8 participants in Savannah

The Sweet Feet Academy Program is for children between the ages of four and eight.

The program focuses on the following ideas during all sessions:
•Fun
•Skill Development
•Learning
•Social Development
•Character Building/Enrichment
•Creation of a Positive, Family Centric Environment

The coaches at Storm Soccer Academy that work within the Sweet Feet Academy Program create a culture of learning and development at all sessions and game days. This program features one day of training (Tuesday) and one game day (Friday). Each session is one hour in length and the Storm Staff Coaches administer the entire session.

The first training session will be Tuesday March 4th from 4:30-5:30 PM at Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex and the first game will be Friday, March 7th from 5:30-6:30 at Savannah Christian DeRenne Campus. The program will continue until final game day on May 16th.

Please register by CLICKING HERE

Sweet Feet Academy, http://stormsocceracademy.com/, email bradnein@stormsocceracademy.com, (912) 257-3989, On Facebook here.  Sweet Feet Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser