Join 88 KEYS PIANO, as brand new Kindermusik themes start November 3.

Come for a free visit the last Monday in October (27th) to see what it is all about.

For the month of November, babies ages 0’s and 1’s will be doing “Zoom Baby!” every Monday at 9:20am.

Bumpity-bump, zippity-zoom, babies are on the go! This unit is packed with move-move-movement, as spatial development takes focus. Activities that explore distance, speed, placement, reaching, dancing, rocking, bouncing, and wheels-on-the-bus-ing all get baby zoom-zoom-zooming to big smiles in Zoom Baby.

Toddlers ages 2’s and 3’s will be doing “Down on the Ground” every Monday at 10:15am. Get in at the ground level as you investigate critters and the outdoors, and especially things that live, grow, scurry, and bounce around!

To enroll online, visit www.88keysga.com then click on the Kindermusik tab or call 912.988.KEYS (5397).

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.”

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

Parent and Child Holiday Clay, Soap Making Workshop, Morning Mud for toddlers, Felt Animals, Enameling, and Intro to Tiles.

Those are just a few of the fun art classes & workshops offered this Fall/Winter 2014 @ City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs studios at 9 W. Henry St.

Register now for day & evening sessions for children, teens, and adults in all skill levels.

Sessions begin October 27 and run through December 12. Three week and six week classes are available, as well as weekend workshops.

Visual arts class mediums include ceramics, glass, metalsmithing, and jewelry making. New workshops this session are Parent and Child Holiday Clay, Soap Making Workshop, Morning Mud for toddlers, Felt Animals, Enameling, and Intro to Tiles.

Cost

Class fees here. Class fees include instruction, use of studio space, use of equipment and all materials and tools required. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Credit cards are accepted.

Register

Class schedule and registration forms are available online here or by calling (912) 651-6783. Class fees here. 

Youth Workshops

Fused Glass Jewelry (2 weeks)
Instructor: Stephanie VanGeel
Ages 8+, Sat., Nov. 15 & 22, 10am-12pm
Join this fun hands-on class and learn how to layer glass to create jewelry. Students will create rings, necklaces and much more using a variety of techniques.
$55/$50 city resident

Raku
Instructor: Clair Buckner
All Ages, Sat., Nov. 22, 10-1pm
This ancient Japanese ceramic firing technique in which 2000° glowing red hot works are removed from the kiln and placed into a fire chamber filled with combustibles is sure to inflame and inspire. Personal bisque fired works can be glazed and fired. Pieces will be available for those who want to participate.
$10 per piece fired

Parent & Child Holiday Clay
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Come join us for a holiday themed parent child workshop and make your own festive piece of art! Students will learn, basic hand building techniques and decorating techniques!
Ages 6+, Sat., Dec. 6, 10-12pm
$15/$10 city resident

Fused Glass Ornaments
Instructor: Christine Hefner
Ages 8+, Sat., Dec. 6, 10-1pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in fused glass. Students will learn basic glass cutting and fusing techniques creating a unique fused glass ornaments.
$15/$10 city resident

Youth Visual Art Classes
Teen Jewelry (4 weeks)
Instructor: Jessica Duckworth
Ages 12+, Tues. Nov 18 – Dec. 9, 4:15-5:15pm
This introductory class will teach young students the fundamentals of jewelry design. Students will work with wire wrapping, beading and other techniques to create necklaces, bracelets and earrings.
$65/$60 city resident

Bookmaking (6 weeks)
Instructor: Johanna Hickey
Ages 8+, Wed. Oct. 29 – Dec. 10, 4 -5pm
In this beginning level class, students will explore traditional and alternative bookmaking methods. The class include, designing and creating their own covers as well as several ways of binding, from adhesive to non-adhesive techniques.
$85/$80 city resident

Children’s Clay (4 weeks)
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 10-16, Wed. Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 3:30-4:30pm
This introductory clay class will teach young students the fundamentals of hand building and sculpture. Students will work with coils and slabs and a variety of glazes.
$65/$60 city resident

Morning Mud for Toddlers (3 weeks) – NEW
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 3-6, Thurs. Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13, 10-11am
This is a perfect pottery play date! This class will allow for a creative ceramic experience to be shared by children and their parents. The class will focus on coil and slab construction as well as different decorative techniques. Each week we will explore a new creative idea with clay.
$15/$10 city resident –per class

Felt Animals (6 weeks) – NEW
Instructor: Mary Bass
Ages 8+, Thurs., Oct. 30 – Dec. 11, 4-5pm
This class will teach children the basics of sewing and embroidery in a fun and creative way! Students will learn how to work from a drawing template to recreate one-of-a-kind animals out of felt!
$85/$80 city resident

Art classes & workshops @ City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs studios. 9 W. Henry St. (912) 651-6783 On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Savannah Dept. of Cultural Affairs is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Bring your toddler or preschooler to FREE dance classes at Lake Mayer Community Center, 1850 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Savannah, 31406.

Classes are every Thursday from 9:30A-10:15A & 10:30A-11:15A. Every child from age 3-5 is welcome.

For more FREE SAVANNAH KIDS’ EVENTS, visit our FREEBIES page by clicking here.

Join Kindermusik in Savannah  on Mondays for parent & me classes for ages 0-3.

Free trial classes are available to all new interested families. Babies 0’s and 1’s meet Mondays at 9:20am; toddlers ages 2 and 3 meet Mondays at 10:15am. For more info call 912.988.KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com.

Also, join Kindermusik in Savannah on Tuesday Oct.21 at 10 AM for their monthly musical play date: “Classic toys for girls and boys!” Open to ages 0-7.

Enroll online today at www.88keysga.com.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.”

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

Fall Drawing & Painting Classes at the Studio School in Savannah
Fall session runs mid-October to mid-November 2014
Sign up now for multi-level drawing and painting classes for youth and adults taught by Savannah artists Melinda Borysevicz or Karen Bradley.

To register, please contact Melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com, 912.484.6415.

Youth Drawing and Portfolio Prep:
A multi-level class designed to train the student to see and render drapery and still life arrangements accurately and with sensitivity. Working from direct observation, the fundamental principles are first mastered through drawing. An excellent class for those interested in developing a portfolio for school admission. Taught by Karen Bradley.
Saturdays 9am-12pm
Oct 11- Nov 15
For ages 11-15
$185 for 6 weeks

Saturday Drawing and Painting for Teens & Adults :
A multi-level class designed to train the student to see and render life accurately and with sensitivity while working from direct observation. Beginners welcome. Taught by Melinda Borysevicz.
Saturdays 9am-12pm
Oct 11- Nov 15
For ages 16 & older
$185 for 6 weeks

6-Week Portrait Drawing and Painting
Working from a live model, we will explore form, proportion, value and color. Students will learn to use a basic primary palette to achieve a wide variety of luminous skin tones. If you don’t feel quite ready for paint, please feel free to come draw with us! Taught by Melinda Borysevicz.
Tuesdays 6-8:30pm
Oct. 14- Nov. 18
For ages 15 & older
6 weeks– $225 (includes weekly model fee)

To register, please contact Melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com, 912.484.6415.

Stay connected by liking the Studio School on Facebook here. 

More details here. 

The Studio School, 1319 Bull Street, Suite B Savannah, 31401, tel. (912) 484-6415, email melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com , http://thestudioschoolsavannah.com/home.html, The Studio School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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 a Shuman Fine Art Photography’s beginner’s photography class and learn how to get more from your camera and take better pictures!

Moms with Cameras Class is Sat. Oct. 11 2014, 10:30AM-2:15 PM.
Sign up here.

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 Moms with Cameras 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! Sign up here.

Private Class
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. The class 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. The class will also cover the differences between different lenses and which lens is best during different circumstances. A three-hour class at your home is $250.

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

Utopia, Ga. in Savannah invites your kids to take part in their various Fall/Winter 2014 events including Sassy Salon Day, Campfire Cookout & Winter Wonderland Retreat Girls’ Slumber party featuring princess dress-up, cookie decorating  & of course, the movie ‘Frozen.’

For more information on all of the above events or to RSVP, please email utopia.ga@gmail.com.

Details below.

Sassy Salon Day – Oct. 4
Get dolled up during the ultimate dress up party!
There will be glitter and bright colors everywhere you turn as we create
spectacular up-dos and wear tutus!
10 am- 1 pm. $15/participant. Please RSVP by 9/30/14

Campfire Cook-out – Oct. 25
We’re blending all things camp-out and fall festival in one awesome event! Perfect
opportunity for that much needed date night, parents, as the kids are
entertained at an evening of fun!
6 pm-10 pm. $20/participant. Please RSVP by 10/21/14

Leather Creations – Nov. 15
Special guest shares with us his talents of leather creations!
Create moccasins, bags, bracelets, etc. More details coming soon!

Winter Wonderland Retreat – Dec. 5 & 6
Girl’s Night Slumber Party!
Girls will bake & decorate cookies, become ice princesses, watch “Frozen” & so much more!
6 pm – 10 am. $30/participant. Please RSVP by 11/25/14

For more information on all of the above events or to RSVP, please email utopia.ga@gmail.com.

More info about Utopia here. 

Utopia, Ga. provides a range of unique skill development programs and in-home support services for families of children with and without diagnoses, such as ASD, SPD, ADD, ODD, LD, PDD-NOS, and other Behavioral and Developmental Issues. Utopia, 54 Rio Road, Savannah, 31419  www.utopiaga.us,  On Facebook here . Email utopia.ga@gmail.com. Tel: 912-224-0201 Utopia is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kindermusik in Savannah with 88 KEYS PIANO announces its October 2014 classes:

Babies 0’s and 1’s will be doing ‘Rise and Shine’ on Mondays at 9:20am.
Toddlers 2’s and 3’s will be doing ‘Marvelous Me’ on Mondays at 10:15am.
Classes begin Mon. Oct. 6.

Monthly Playdate

Join Kindermusik in Savannah for their October Monthly Playdate:  Tuesday, Oct. 21 2014 , at 10 AM.  Theme: “Classic Toys for Girls and Boys; a Musical Trip to the Toy Store!” Playdates are open to children ages 0-7; siblings pay only $5.

All participants receive an instrument/prop, 10 Kindermusik songs, and a BONUS gift at the end of class.

Enroll online today at www.88keysga.com or call 912.988.KEYS (5397).
Questions? Email music@88keysga.com.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.”

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

Fill your child’s Saturdays with art @ Scribble Art Studio & Blick Art Materials Savannah Saturday Workshops @ Dick Blick Savannah, 318 E. Broughton St. Savannah, 31401. For ages 6 & older.  1-2:30 PM. Cost: $25.

See a complete list of workshops available here.

Last minute or same day sign ups please call 912-713-7376 to ensure workshop availability!

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 emailinfo@thescribbleartstudio.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

We’ve participated in one of these Girls Golf Clinics @ The Club at Savannah Harbor & highly recommend it.

You’re invited: A Girls Golf Clinic for girls ages 18 & younger celebrating girl power @  The Club at Savannah Harbor  next to Westin Savannah on Hutchinson Is. 10 AM-noon Sat. Nov. 22 . Only $5 per person – which includes lessons, demonstration, hands-on instruction, indoor activities & more.

Clinics are open to the public.

Interested in signing up your daughter? Contact Paul Killgallon for more information at 912.201.2240, email paul.killgallon@westin.com

The Club at Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Is., 2 Resort Drive, Savannah, 31421, 912.201.2240, On Facebook here. Email Golf.savannah@westin.com, www.theclubatsavannahharbor.com  The Club at Savannah Harbor is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Savannah moms can’t get enough of FIT4MOM, the women’s fitness franchise for moms & mothers-to-be.

FIT4MOM is expanding with an additional class location in the Savannah area.

Erin Hanna, owner of FIT4MOM Savannah, says the program is unique & effective. Moms get to enjoy the multiple benefits of both fitness & family.

“I look forward to offering even more moms and mothers-to-be fitness opportunities. We are a friendly, laid-back group of moms, but we get an awesome workout as well,”said Hanna, who opened the Savannah FIT4MOM franchise in June 2014.

Join FIT4MOM Savannah for a great workout for all fitness levels & meet new friends.

Daffin Park class

The opening Daffin Park class will be Tues, Sept. 16 2014. There will be prizes, refreshments & surprises. Bring a yoga mat or towel & water & meet in front of Grayson Stadium at 9:15 am.

Class will start promptly at 9:30 until 10:30 am.

As always, first class is FREE!

Please visit savannah.fit4mom.com, to register for your FREE first class.

The new Daffin Park schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 9:30-10:30 am.

Savannah Mall class 

FIT4MOM Savannah’s current location is the Savannah Mall. It is a great location to beat the heat, rain, or cold, but move around outside when the weather is nice. The Savannah Mall classes are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30-10:30 am.

FIT4MOM is a total fitness program for new moms that they can do with their babies. It includes power walking & intervals of body toning using exercise tubing & the stroller. Taught by nationally certified instructors, it’s a great workout for any level of exerciser.

In 60 minutes, you will get a total body workout improving your cardiovascular endurance, your strength & your flexibility. The classes are equally beneficial for babies as instructors will weave songs through the workout & incorporate activities to make it fun.

Connect with moms

In addition to the classes, FIT4MOM offers playgroups & mom’s night out, giving women an opportunity to socialize & further relationships.

For more information on FIT4MOM Savannah, please contact Erin Hanna at 843.368.1863 or email ErinHanna@Fit4Mom.com or visit savannah.fit4mom.com.

To further assist mothers in all aspects of their lives, FIT4MOM partners with Plum Organics™, LUNA®, lucy® and BOB®.

Fit4Mom in Savanah, Weekday class locations @ Savannah Mall & Daffin Park,  savannah.fit4mom.com, 843.368.1863 , email ErinHanna@Fit4Mom.com. Fit4Mom is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Kindermusik in Savannah with 88 Keys Piano invites you & your child to visit their newest location for music & motion classes!

September themes are “Bluebird Bluebird” for 0’s & 1’s meets Mondays at 9:20am. “Up in the Sky” for toddlers ages 2’s & 3’s meets Mondays at 10:15am.

Join anytime & try your first class for free! For more info., call 912.988.KEYS (5397) or visit www.88keysga.com.

To enroll, call 912-988-KEYS (5397)  or enroll online at 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

Fall Drawing & Painting Classes at the Studio School in Savannah
Fall session runs September 15 through November 20 2014
Sign up now for multi-level drawing and painting classes for youth and adults taught by local artist, Melinda Borysevicz.

Stay connected by liking the Studio School on Facebook here. 

Class choices include:

6-week Portrait Painting, Oct. 14- Nov. 18 (ages 15 & up)
Tuesdays, 6- 8:30pm

Youth Drawing & Painting/Portfolio Prep (ages 11 & up),
Mondays & Thursdays 3:30-6pm

Adult Drawing and Painting
Thursdays 9:30-12
**Mentoring option available for this session. Bring your own projects & receive feedback and guidance as you work!

6-week Saturday Painting Intensive, Oct. 11-Nov 15 (ages 15 & up)
Saturdays 1:30- 4pm

5-week Figure Drawing (ages 16 & up)
Wednesdays 6-8:30pm, taught by guest instructor Karen Bradley.

More details here. 

The Studio School, 1319 Bull Street, Suite B Savannah, 31401, tel. (912) 484-6415, email melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com , http://thestudioschoolsavannah.com/home.html, The Studio School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Legacy Irish Dance is excited to announce their Fall 2014 classes in Savannah:

Boys Class – boys of any age or skill level (FREE!)
Mondays 4:00-4:30 PM

Tots –ages 2-4 ($35/mo)
Tuesdays 4:00-4:30 PM

Beginners –ages 4 & Up ($50/mo)
Tuesdays 5:00-5:45 PM

Classes also available for dancers of advanced skill levels.

For more information or to register,
Call: 912-484-7038 or
Email: legacyofthelowcountry@gmail.com

7176 Hodgson Memorial Drive
Savannah, GA

More info here. 

Legacy Irish Dance, 7176 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, 912-484-7038, www.legacyirishdance.com, email legacyofthelowcountry@gmail.com  On Facebook here  On Twitter here. 

Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. offers various summer kids events including: 

Summer Fun Series 2015

Mondays (June 22-Aug. 3)
10:30a: “Sizzlin’ Summer Science”
First come, first serve. Included in Admission. Space is limited
Call 843-842-7645 for any questions

Tuesdays (June 23-Aug. 4)
Crafty Kids (10:30am-11:30am)
First come, first serve. Included in Admission
June
23 Alligator
30 Patriotic Hat
July
7 Sea Turtle
14 Octopus
21 Rainstick
28 Shark
August
4 Starfish
Call 843-842-7645 for any questions

Wednesdays (June 24-August 5)
Arts & Crafts (10:30am-11:30am)
First come, first serve. Included in Admission
June
24 Jelly Fish
July
1 Patriotic Wreath
8 Sandcastle
15 Bird Mask
29 Tropical Fish
August
5 Horseshoe Crab
Call 843-842-7645 for any questions

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Imagination Hour
Special story followed by a special craft, first come first serve. Included in Admission
Every Thursday at 10:30am

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Parents Night Out
6p-9p. Details here. 
(Wednesdays and Thursdays, June 17-August 6)
Enjoy a parents night out while the kids let their imaginations run wild playing with the museum’s fun exhibits and activity areas. Plus staff supervised arts and crafts, dinner (pizza,drink & dessert) & a fun take home craft for each child.
Geared for children age 3-9 years.
Children must be potty-trained.
Reservations highly recommended 24 hours in advance; space available basis for walk-ins.
$30 per child
Siblings and Sandbox Members only $20 per child.
($1/minute per child late pick up fee.)
Call 843-842-7645 to sign up
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Summer Camps 2015 @ The Sandbox. For ages 3-10. Details here.

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The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 18-A Pope Avenue, next to St. Andrew’s by the Sea United Methodist Church, Hilton Head Is., 29928 www.thesandbox.org The Sandbox Children’s Museum is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

FOR MORE LOCAL PARENT & ME ACTIVITIES TO DO WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER, CLICK HERE. 

Fall Drawing & Painting Classes at the Studio School in Savannah
Fall session runs September 15 through November 20 2014
Sign up now for multi-level drawing and painting classes for youth and adults taught by local artist, Melinda Borysevicz.

Stay connected by liking the Studio School on Facebook here. 

Class choices include:

6-week Portrait Painting, Oct. 14- Nov. 18 (ages 15 & up)
Tuesdays, 6- 8:30pm

Youth Drawing & Painting/Portfolio Prep (ages 11 & up),
Mondays & Thursdays 3:30-6pm

Adult Drawing and Painting
Thursdays 9:30-12
**Mentoring option available for this session. Bring your own projects & receive feedback and guidance as you work!

6-week Saturday Painting Intensive, Oct. 11-Nov 15 (ages 15 & up)
Saturdays 1:30- 4pm

5-week Figure Drawing (ages 16 & up)
Wednesdays 6-8:30pm, taught by guest instructor Karen Bradley.

More details here. 

The Studio School, 1319 Bull Street, Suite B Savannah, 31401, tel. (912) 484-6415, email melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com , http://thestudioschoolsavannah.com/home.html, The Studio School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kindermusik Savannah  with 88 KEYS PIANO starts up their fall classes on September 8 2014.

Themes will be “Bluebird bluebird” for babies and “Up in the Sky” for toddlers.

Classes meet weekly on Monday mornings beginning Sept 8.

First trial class is free.

For more info, email music@88keysga.com or call 912-988-KEYS (5397). To enroll, visit the Kindermusik Savannah website at www.88keysga.com.

Also, with the opening of their brand new location, Kindermusik Savannah is now are offering playdates on demand. Get some friends together, name your date and time, and have a playdate just for your group! Call for more info!

To enroll, call 912-988-KEYS (5397)  or enroll online at www.88keysga.com and 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

Fall art classes for kids start the week of Sept. 8 @ Scribble Art Studio in Pooler & Savannah, but kids are welcome to join in any time after the start.

Classes include Imagination Station: Anything is possible at Imagination Station. This class is designed to grow a child’s creativity & problem solving through fun foundation building projects.

There’s also Mommy & Me Mother Goose Art for ages 2 & older; Star Wars Lego Art; Cartoon Drawing; Spooky Illustrations; Classic Tales, Frozen class for ages 4 & older; Painting Basics; Portfolio Prep; & Drawing Made Easy.

Created in an Imagination Station class.

Scribble also offers Homeschool Art for ages 6 & older at both the Savannah & Pooler studios.

For the full schedule of classes & to register, click here.

Scribble in Savannah: 212 E. 37th St. Savannah,31401
Scribble in Pooler: 115 Canal St. Pooler, 31322 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ OPEN STUDIO ON FRIDAYS FOR ALL AGES

Sept. 12, 19, 26 Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24
OPEN STUDIO (All ages) @ Scribble Art Studio’s Savannah location, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401

With Lauren Stenger |10 AM-Noon|
Looking for something fun to do? Stop by Scribble for Open Studio!
No registration necessary, perfect for all ages.
Share some art time with your little one! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ FOR MORE INFO, CLICK HERE.

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.

The Ballet School in Savannah offers classes for every age from “Tippy Toes” thru Adults.

This spacious, elegant studio in Piccadilly Square on Savannah’s Southside also has the largest ADULT and BOYS Program in the area.

Registration for Fall classes is under way. The Ballet School specializes in Classical Ballet & Traditional Character Dance. Pilates Barre Fusion, Tap, Jazz are also offered. To register, call 912.925.0903 or email theballetschool@comcast.net . Learn more here.

Special programs

Homeschool
More HOMESCHOOL classes are being created

“Mommy & Me”
8-week course Mommy & Me classes will begin Sept.9th. This fills quickly, don’t miss out

Boys’ program
Focuses on the aspects of training that are specific for the male dancer. While many of the technical requirements in ballet are the same among boys & girls, there are also those that are different for a male dancer, particularly athleticism. Classes will include strength training, injury prevention, anatomy and Pilates, Dance History & French terminology.
No dance experience required.
Details here.

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Early Dance Classes For Ages 2-5
Mommy and Me
“almost” 2-3 yrs
An eight-week program that is designed as an introduction to music and movement for the young, while accompanied by an adult. This morning class is filled with energy and full of fun for everyone.

Creative Movement 1
3 yrs
Creative Movement 1 expands a child’s creativity and coordination using music and dance in an enthusiatic environment, while maintaing structure and discipline. Our little ballerinas and danseurs attend this program one day per week.

Creative Movement 2
4 yrs
Creative Movement 2 cirriculum introduces children to primary steps, rhythm, and flexibility. This class also begins to introduce the French terminology used in Ballet.
This age group is able to participate in “Tiny Tap.”

Primary
5 yrs
This is the final level of the Children’s This class helps with body awareness, confidence, and positioning. This class prepares the young dancer for the upcoming years of technique and study.

Tiny Tap
4 yrs
Introduction to basic tap steps.

Details on all of the above here.

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Young Dancer for ages 5 & older

Ballet Preparatory Levels
Levels 1A – 3B
This is a crucial age for technical training.
Emphasis is on discipline, French terminology, correct positioning, musicality, flexibility, and strength. Standard barre and center work will be structured. Students at this level should be taking class twice a week.

Youth/Junior Jazz

Youth/Junior Tap

Youth and Junior Character Dance
Character dance is integral to much of classical ballet repertoire. It is the stylized representation of a traditional folk or national dance, normally from a European country and uses movements and dance which have been adapted for the theatre.

Details on all of the above here. 

The Ballet School, 10010 Abercorn Street, Suite 8, Piccadilly Square, Savannah, 31406 (912)925-0903, email theballetschool@comcast.net, www.theballetschoolsav.com  On Facebook here.  The Ballet School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Fall Drawing and Painting Classes at the Studio School in Savannah
Fall session runs September 15 through November 20 2014
Sign up now for multi-level drawing and painting classes for youth and adults taught by local artist, Melinda Borysevicz.

Stay connected by liking the Studio School on Facebook here. 

Class choices include:

Youth Drawing & Painting/Portfolio Prep (ages 11 & up),
Mondays and Thursdays 3:30-6pm

Adult Drawing and Painting
Thursdays 9:30-12
**Mentoring option available for this session. Bring your own projects and receive feedback and guidance as you work!

6-week Saturday Painting Intensive, Oct. 11-Nov 15 (ages 15 & up)
Saturdays 1:30- 4pm

6-week Portrait Painting, Oct. 14- Nov. 18 (ages 15 & up)
Tuesdays, 6- 8:30pm

5-week Figure Drawing (ages 16 & up)
Wednesdays 6-8:30pm, taught by guest instructor Karen Bradley.

More details here. 

The Studio School, 1319 Bull Street, Suite B Savannah, 31401, tel. (912) 484-6415, email melinda@thestudioschoolsavannah.com , http://thestudioschoolsavannah.com/home.html, The Studio School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Give your star a chance to shine.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy offers dance classes in Pooler & Springfield.

Specializing in preschool dance curriculum, competition/performance companies and competitive hip hop crews. Classes offered for ages 2.5 & older. Call 912.656.1744.

Pooler: Click here for the Pooler Fall 2014 Schedule.

Springfield: Click here for the Springfield 2014 Fall Schedule.

Sign up for fall classes for Pooler and Springfield at Pooler Studio.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy, 107 Grand Central Blvd, Suite 202/203, The Shops at Godley Station, Pooler, 31322 tel: (912) 988-1521 email coastalperformingartsacademy@yahoo.com, www.coastalperformingartsacademy.com/ Coastal Performing Arts Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

We often hear from Pooler parents who are upset that Pooler doesn’t have many organized activities for younger kids.

Which is why we’re thrilled to tell you that Savannah Yoga Center‘s new Pooler studio will start Baby & Me Yoga on Sept. 2.

Baby & Me Yoga classes in Pooler will be at 10am on Tuesdays starting Sept. 2
Age: precrawlers.
Instructor: Ann Carroll a Certified Labor Doula, Certified HypnoBirthing Teacher, and registered E-500 Registered Yoga Teacher with a special designation for pre and post natal yoga. She is honored to guide women during this empowered time of their life.

Savannah Yoga Center’s Savannah location already has two Baby and Me Yoga classes on Monday mornings: Toddlers & Me Yoga is 10-11:15 AM; Infant & Me (pre-crawlers) Yoga is 11:30 AM-12:45 PM

Parent & Me Yoga Classes Mondays – Savannah

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

Pregnancy Yoga-Savannah

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

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

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

Savannah Yoga Center in Savannah & Pooler, 1319 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 & 111 Canal St. #101, Pooler, GA 31322
Email info@savannahyoga.com (912) 232-2994, email savannahyoga@gmail.com , www.savannahyoga.com Savannah Yoga Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Soccer, art  & cartooning classes, pottery classes, youth orchestra, competitive cheer, theater classes – what will it be?

Find the after-school activity that your child will love on our after-school activities page.

Our SouthernMamas.com after-school activities page includes drawing & video game development classes @ Telfair’s Jepson Center; pottery classes @ Savannah’s Clay Spot; Star Wars Lego Art, Cartoon Drawing or Spooky Illustrations @ Scribble Art Studio; after-school theatre classes @ The Jewel Conservatory Theatre; competitive cheer @ Savannah Sharks gym; fall soccer with Savannah United: after-school childcare with bus transportation from certain schools with Childcare Network.

See your children’s after-school options here.

Afterschool 6-week Clay Classes start at the beginning of September 2014 at one of our favorite local studios for kids – Savannah’s Clay Spot.

Preschool Age, Mondays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, Sept. 8-Oct.13
Kid’s with Clay, 6-10, 4:30-5:30pm, Sept. 7-Oct. 14
Parent and Child, 4:30-5:30pm, Sept. 8, Oct. 15
Teen Wheel Throwing, 4:30-5:30pm, Sept. 7-Oct. 9

New! Homeschool Clay Class
Elementary Age students, Fridays, 9:30am-11:30am, Sept. 5-Oct. 10

Register at www.savannahsclayspot.com
Contact: 912-509-4647 or email lisa@savannahsclayspot.com

“Like” Savannah’s Clay Spot on Facebook here to stay connected & to see the adorable creations kids make at this studio.

Savannah’s Clay Spot is at 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401. The studio sits on the SW corner of Barnard and Henry Street with the front door facing Henry St. There is parking right in front of the studio facing Henry Street. Look for the fun red fence.

Savannah’s Clay Spot, www.savannahsclayspot.com, 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401, tel. 912-509-4647 or e-mail lisa@savannahsclayspot.com