After-school classes @ Savannah Children’s Theatre
Savannah Children’s Theatre will offer an array of kids’ theater classes this winter.
See the theater classes for kids and sign up here.
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Sign up your child for fun so you can enjoy a childfree night @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah
Summit Gymnastics in Savannah will host a Parents Night Out, 5-9PM Fri. Nov. 10 2023 so you can enjoy a childfree night while your kid(s) have fun at Summit’s gym.
Kids from ages 4-12 are invited. (must be potty trained) Cost: $40.
Pre-register in advance because spots are limted. Register online here.
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Special cannon firing & more this Sat. Oct. 28 @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
Experience Maladies & Medicine at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah and learn how civilians and soldiers dealt with illness, injury, and boredom in 1860!
This Saturday, Oct. 28, Coastal Heritage Society costumed interpretive staff will lead programs along with volunteers from Bella Harmony Music and the Southeastern Coalition of Authentic Reenactors featuring medicine, dancing, live music, military drills, and historic weapons demonstrations.
There will be a firing of Old Fort Jackson’s largest cannon, an 1857 9-inch Dahlgren, as part of the fort’s 11am Cannon Firing Program.
This enhanced programming is included with site admission and is FREE for CHS members! Become a member here.
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Demo Zumbini classes offered in Savannah Nov. 1-2
Are you familiar with programs offered by TRIBE Savannah?
You have three opportunities to come try a Zumbini class with TRIBE Savannah before the next 8 week session starts. Zumbini – designed for kids ages 0-4 and their caregivers – combines music, dance and educational tools for bonding, exercise and fun.
TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high quality programs.
Questions? Email tribesavannah@gmail.com or text 786-525-3850
Zumbini Demo Classes
Wed. Nov. 1, 10AM @ Lake Mayer Community Center. Sign up here.
Thurs. Nov. 2, 10AM @ Frank G. Murry Community Center. Sign up here.
Thurs. Nov. 2, 11:15AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.
This is the perfect way to try a Zumbini class before committing to the 8 week session.
Already a Zumbini family? Come play with TRIBE Savannah on these dates to keep the fun going!
Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.
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See fire truck, police squad car ,weather tracker van & more @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
Coastal Heritage Society will host their annual Hero Fest at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah, Sat. Nov. 4 10AM-2PM.
Hero Fest educates families about local heroes, such as law enforcement, first responders, medical personnel, emergency organizations, military branches, and many other “heroes” who play an essential role in the Savannah community.
Several community partners will be on-site including Chatham County Police Department (plus a squad car!), Savannah Fire and Rescue (with a fire truck!), WSAV’s Weather Tracker Van, and more.
CHS Educators will lead special programming highlighting leaders, like nurses, soldiers, and teachers, and will include musket demonstrations, a cannon firing.
Tickets are included in admission ($10 per person; $7 aged 4-12). FREE for CHS members and active and retired military with ID. Become a CHS member here.
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2023-2024 Saturday STEAMlabs @ Georgia Tech Savannah
Sign up your child for one or several Saturday STEAMlabs at Georgia Tech Savannah. Every session is designed to inspire and enrich participant’s STEAM interest.
Fun and learning go hand-in-hand here as students will be participating in experiments, hands-on learning, projects, and more!
These programs are for 1st-12th grade students. Sessions are 8:30AM-Noon @ Georgia Tech Savannah, 190 Technology Circle, Savannah. Price: $60/participant.
LEARN MORE HERE.
Dates:
October 21 2023 – Swamped by STEAM
November 4 2023 – Rainforest full of STEAM
January 13 2024 – STEAM warmth in the Artic
February 10 2024 – Space Age STEAM
March 9 2024– STEAM Waves on the Ocean
REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
Questions? Email: gtsoutreach@gatech.edu or call 912-966-7922
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Workshop for Youth who are Blind or Visually Impaired @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, Nov. 11
Youth who are blind or visually impaired are invited to the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for a guided tour of the center’s gallery exhibition, Beyond Sight. Beyond Sight is a multisensory exhibition that invites visitors to experience art on a deeper level through touching, hearing, and interacting with the artwork.
Following the tour, there will be an interactive workshop with one of the artists from the exhibition.
Siblings and friends of all abilities are welcome, space permitting.
This free event will take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
Please register online here by 5PM on Thurs. Nov. 9 2023.
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Attention Savannah-area homeschool families.
Homeschool children and their adult caregivers are invited to a Homeschool STEM Morning, Thurs. Nov. 2 2023, 10-11AM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum.
Learn about one of Georgia’s earliest railroads. Exploration of Savannah Children’s Museum following the program is available to all participants.
This program is included in museum admission and is designed for students ages K-8th grades. Program is free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
RSVP to echappell@chsgeorgia.org
(Please note the museum may close due to inclement weather. Please check museums’ social media for up to date info.)
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Tybee Ballet Theatre presents The Land of the Sweets @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater on Fri. Nov. 17 2023 @ 7PM.
In partnership with Savannah Cultural Arts Center through the Spotlight and Weave-A-Dream Programs, this ballet will be unique and inclusive rendition of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
The performance will take place on Nov. 17 2023 at 7PM The Ben Tucker Theater in SCAC at 7PM at no cost to the public!
Seating is limited, but you can reserve your free ticket online here.
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Tybee Ballet will present Land of the Sweets as ticketed events on Sat. Nov. 18 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center @ 3 & 7PM as well as Sat. Dec. 9 2023 @ 3 & 7PM and Sun. Dec. 10 2023 @ 3PM at The Tybee Post Theater. Purchase online here.
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Toddler Gym Playdates @ Savannah Sharks gym
Savannah Toddler Parent & Me Playdates are back in action.
Come to Savannah Sharks gym for some exciting fun/
For ages crawlers to age 4 @ Savannah Sharks.
Play date schedule:
Savannah Location Mondays 10:30-12:00 *only ONE session; Fridays 9-10:20AM AND 10:30AM-12:00
Richmond Hill: Monday AND Fridays 10:30AM-12:00
Mommy & Me CLASSES *Sav location only Monday 9:30-10:15AM; Wednesday 1:15-2:15PM
These “play dates” are unstructured playtime with age-appropriate toys, swings, slides, a bouncy house, and more. It is a great way to get your child out of the house and around other children in a safe, clean and fun environment.
An adult is required to be present to supervise your child at all times as supervision is not provided.
Questions? Please text 912-308-3818
Savannah Sharks gym is @ 1686 E. Presidents St.
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Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Registration
Enrollment for the BRAND NEW Soccer Shots 6-week Late Fall season is now open for children ages 2-8!
Each season Soccer Shots uses a different curriculum covering new skills and character words while having fun! They’re kicking off the Late Fall Season the week of Nov. 4 2023 and want your child to join in on Soccer Island!
We are so excited to invite you to be a part of the first ever Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Public Park Season!! 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-macon.soccershots.com.
Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!
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Oatland Island Toddler Tuesdays: For kids ages 1-4 & their caregivers
Toddler Tuesday is a program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program meets at the picnic pavilion and includes singing, finger play, a story, and a possible encounter with one of Oatland’s furry, feathered or scaly residents.
Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes. Toddler Tuesday is weather dependent and in case of extreme weather and a cancellation is called for, attendees will be emailed at the address you registered your child with.
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10AM-10:30AM & 11AM-11:30AM and registration is not required, but it helps us speed up check in and if there is a cancellation you will be the first to know.
Program Cost:
$5 for adults / free for adult FOO members
$3 for military adults/ free for adult FOO members
$5 for children participating in the program (FOO members and non members must pay program fee)
$3 per class if you buy a multi pass punch card (6 class minimum purchase)
You can purchase a punch card for your child’s admission for repeat visits at the class sign-in table, or at the front desk lobby anytime! Find out more information here!
If you are a preschool or day care you will need to call 395-1510 or click here to book a private program as this program is designed for the general public.
Find links to the registration forms for each session here.
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Special Polar Express Toddler Tuesday, Dec. 19 2023
The December 19th Polar Express Party is a special program. It will be inside Oatland’s conference room and will include a typical Toddler Tuesday program about polar animals; followed by train play (large and small train sets), a holiday craft, hot chocolate and cookie snack, and winter snow play.
This program is a special fundraiser for Oatland. Reservation is required due to limited space inside.
After Dec. 19, there will be a short break in Toddler Tuesday programs for the holidays, and will reconvence on Jan. 2, 2024.
Reserve your special Polar Express tickets here.
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Registration is open for a new round of youth art & photography classes @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center.
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Fridays, 4:30-6PM; Nov. 3-Dec. 15 (No Class Nov. 24)
Learn more & register online here.
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Wednesdays, 4:30-6PM; Nov.1–Dec. 13 (no class Nov. 22)
Learn more & register online here.
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Mondays, 4:30–6PM | Nov. 6–Dec. 11
Learn more & register online here.
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Savannah Watercolor Workshop starts Nov. 6 2023
A new watercolor workshop starts Nov. 6 2023 @ Scribble Art Studio in Savannah. Class will be 10-11AM.
Participants will learn techniques in watercolor. Materials are provided.Projects include landscape, portraiture, and independent study.
5 week session, $250; 12 spaces.
Register online here.
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Youth Art Classes @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Let your little ones explore their creative side in these exciting art classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! In Discovering Art and Adventures in Art, young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, pastels, paint, and collage.
Discovering Art is a class for ages 6-8. Adventures in Art is a class for ages 9-12.
These classes will begin on Oct. 21 2023 and run Saturdays from 9-10AM 5 Sessions: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11 and 11/18.
These classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
Register online here.
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Art Start storytime, tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah, Thurs. Oct. 19
Start your day with art at this monthly parent & child program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.
Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for Art Start, which includes story time, a special tour, and an art activity.
Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Come play and learn. Theme for Oct. 19 Art Start: Created Beasts: Sculpture by Ulysses Davis.
Oct. 19 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limited, pre-register online here to secure your spot.
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Free SMF Community Family Jam presented by SMF Jazz Academy
It’s the Savannah Music Festival’s Community Family Jam presented by SMF Jazz Academy!
FREE and OPEN to the Public
Saturday, Oct. 21 2023, Noon-4 pm
Bring a comfy chair or picnic blanket to join us for a fun-filled day of music and family-friendly activities at Daffin Park. SMF Jazz Academy is bringing together talented musicians from the community for a jam session like no other.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy live performances by slam poetry and local jazz bands featuring toe-tapping rhythms and soulful melodies. Get ready to dance, tap along, and let loose!
Learn more here.
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Let’s party!
Come to Juliette Gordon Low birthplace in Savannah on Sat. Oct. 28 2023, 10AM-1PM for a fun-filled birthday celebration for Girl Scouts Founder Juliette Gordon Low.
Stop by to support local non-profit Over the Moon Diaper and Period Supply Bank at their service project station and enjoy a free cupcake (while supplies last.)
$3 tour specials will be offered all day to residents with a valid Savannah ID, and members of the local Girl Scout council, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia.
Take advantage of this beautiful fall weather and stop by with the whole family.
To make a reservation, call ahead at 912-233-4501 or book online here using code “BDAY.”
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Imagination Morning @ 10AM Sat. Oct. 21 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
This Sat. Oct. 21, 2023 @ 10AM, join the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for a reading of “Mikey’s Marvelous Mummy Wraps,” with author Tony Dye!
A young mummy discovers that when he dares to see things differently, his life changes forever! Author Tony Dye will read his story of surprise and adventure, followed by mummy movement and a colorful art activity with one of Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s teaching artists!
Imagination Mornings are engaging mornings of crafts, stories, and movement that take place inside the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! They are geared toward children up to 7 years old.
Space is limited, register as a family unit to reserve your spot. $5/per family. A parent/guardian must be present with their children at all times.
Please register online here by noon the Friday before the event on Sat. Oct. 21, at 10AM.
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Fall in love with music!
Kindermusik with 88 Keys in Savannah has openings for ages 0-7 in their weekly classes, with morning, afternoon, and evening options.
Enjoy a weekly 40-minute music class together with your child, and get access to all the Kindermusik songs to play at home and in the car!
Your first class is a free introductory class!
Schedule yours today at kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885 for more info.
Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Come walk to get outside and reap all the wellness benefits of walking in nature.
Bring the kids, bring the dog, bring your mom…just come!
A nature activity (scavenger hunt/hike) will be provided to anyone who would like to partake.
Fri. Nov. 3 2023: Wellness Walk 10AM Skidaway Island State Park ($5 park entrance fee)
Fri. Dec. 15 2023: Wellness Walk 10AM McQueen Island Trail
Learn more here.
Grab your magic wand and step into the land of make believe!
Kindermusik is taking participants’ imaginations to the land of Pirates and Princesses for enchanting October playdates on Sat. Oct. 21. Time options are: 10AM, 11AM & 12:30PM. You’ll encounter kings and queens, dragons and dinos, castles and crowns and hidden chests of gold.
Join Kindemusik with your little pirates and princesses for a wonderful, whimsical morning of making music and memories!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class.
Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills.
Enroll today at kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885 for more info!
Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Frogwarts: A Magical Adventure 2023 in Savannah is this Sunday Oct. 15 2023!
Click here to secure your spot for this fun-filled magical event. Reminder that Coastal Heritage Society members receive discounted admission! (Become a member here.)
On Sun. Oct. 15, 11AM – 3PM, Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum will transform into a magical Harry Potter-themed experience during “Frogwarts.”
Children and their grown-ups will be immersed in STEAM activities, such as chemistry, engineering, biology, and art, all disguised as magical classes inspired by the beloved book series. Various activities will be led by community partners, including Lowcountry Turners, Callaway Critters, Georgia Southern Center for Wildlife Education, Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital, and Live Oak Public Libraries.
Tickets for this event are $15 for CHS members and $17 for non-members and can be purchased here.
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You ‘re invited to Savannah Indoor Golf Club’s Grand Opening and Open House this Sun. Oct. 1 2023, 1-6PM @ 1100 Eisenhower Drive Suite 19.
Contests:
Bring your putter
Bring your club for a 65 yard Closest to the Pin
Winner receive a dozen Pro V1 balls
Savannah Indoor Golf Club is Savannah’s Only 24/7 Trackman Performance Facility
Sign up for a tour of the golf performance center online here and see what all that it has to offer.
Learn more here.
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