At the start of February, you will have a chance to check out the Matilda Jane Spring 2015 Collection, Hello, Lovely!, in Bluffton & Savannah.

You’ll also be able to see the details of Matilda Jane’s new tween line – 435 – just for sizes 8-14.  With all of the charm and personality of the original MJC collection, 435 has a decidedly more grown up feel, but not too grown up.

Robyn Shirley, who has been an independent Trunk Keeper in South Carolina since 2008, recently expanded her business to the Savannah area. Shirley now serves Matilda Jane Clothing as a Team Leader and Trunk Keeper.

Premier of the Spring 2015 line

Sunday February 1, 3-5PM
Monday February 2, 10AM-Noon and 6-8PM
11 Okatie Road
Bluffton
RSVP RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com

Trunk Show

Thursday February 5, 10AM-1PM
by appointment in The Landings – Savannah
Please contact Robyn for an appointment via email at RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com

TO BOOK or attend a show near you, email RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com

Robyn Shirley, Team Leader and Trunk Keeper #124, Bluffton, SC, RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com Robyn Shirley is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Play in snow & have snowball fights @ the 2015 Hilton Head Snow Day on January 24, 2015 from 11am-4pm at Shelter Cove Community Park. The event is hosted by The Island Recreation Association and title sponsor Coastal Pediatric Dentistry.

This family event will have inflatable rides, snowfield, pony rides and entertainment.

For the kids who have never seen snow, this is the perfect event.

Admission is $10 per person from ages 2-17. All food and beverage are sold separately.

For more information: (843) 681-7273 or visit www.islandreccenter.org. You can also “like” Island Recreation Association on Facebook here for daily and weekly updates.

This is a must for those of you in the Bluffton/Hilton Head Is. SC area with children entering preschool next school year: a free Preschool Fair to learn more about preschool options in the area.

The MOMS Club of Bluffton/Hilton Head is hosting the Preschool Fair, noon-2PM on February 7 2015 at the Bluffton library @ 120 Palmetto Way Bluffton, SC 29910. Several preschool directors will be available to talk to parents about curriculum and preschool options in the Bluffton/Hilton Head area.

This is a free event that is open to the public.

More information is available at www.bhhmoms.webs.com

February Free Family Fun Night

Feb. 6, 5:30-7:30pm

Join The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. for FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT and welcome 2015!

Free admission to the museum, bounce house (weather permitting), fun arts and crafts and face painting.

Bring a friend for this FREE night of fun. Light Picnic Dinner will be provided. Family Fun Nights made possible in part by: The Bargain Box

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

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FOR MORE FREE SAVANNAH AREA KIDS’ EVENTS, CLICK HERE. 

Dec. 31 New Year’s events

(Hilton Head Is. ) Noon Year’s Event @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum. 10AM-2 PM Details here. 

(Hilton Head Is) 4th Annual Polar Bear Swim @ Harbour Town Pool, 10 AM. Take an invigorating dip & warm up after your plunge with hot chocolate and refreshments. Details here. 

(Hilton Head Is.) Golf ball drop from top of Harbour Town Lighthouse, 7PM (for families) & again @ midnight. Details here. 

(Tybee Is.) Tybee Island New Year’s Eve Fireworks Celebration. Midnight. Details here.

(Hilton Head Is) New Year’s Eve Fondue @ The Melting Pot of Savannah. Details here.

Jan. 1 New Year’s Events

(Tybee Is.) Tybee Island New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge. Noon. Details here.

(Savannah, Richmond Hill) 1st Day Hikes @ various state parks. Details here  for  Skidaway Is. State Park. Details here  for Fort McAllister State Park.

(Savannah) Skatefest @ Savannnah Civic Center.  Ice-skating, skate rental. Dec. 13-Jan. 4. Details here. 

December is a fine time to visit The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

All of the events below are happening @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum this month.

DIY Holiday Crafts
Each Saturday in December
Included in admission

‘Twas Two Days Before Christmas
Tuesday, December 23st, 10:30 am – noon
Included in admission. Join in as Santa stops by and reads a classic holiday story, then decorate a frame to use for your favorite holiday picture! They’ll have cocoa and cookies on the porch, too! Included in admission. Space is limited. On a first come, first serve basis. Details here. 

Santa’s Last Stop
Wednesday, December 24th
11:30 am – 1 pm
Included in admission
Santa will be stopping by one final time before he heads to the North Pole – make sure you’re here to drop off your last-minute wish list and snap a picture with the holly jolly guy himself.

Special Holiday Parent’s Night Out
Monday, December 29th, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
$30 per child for non-members, $20 per child for members. Are you ready to get away from the mountain of toys in your house? Need some quiet time to put your house back together? Bring the kids over for a night of crafts, friends, and fun! Reservations required. Details here.  Call 843-842-7645 to sign up

Noon Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 31st, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
$10 for non-members, $8 for members
Are the kids excited to ring in 2015, but you know they won’t make it up until midnight? Come on over and celebrate with us! We’ll have a bounce house, snow machine, activities and games, lunch, and a balloon drop at noon. Details here.

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

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WEEKDAY KIDS EVENTS @ THE SANDBOX

The Sandbox Children’s Museum offers regular weekday programs for kids including:

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

Starting in February

Discover Imagine Grow Program Topics
Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am (resuming in February)
First come, first serve, Sign up at Front Desk
All themes and topics parallel the SC Core Curriculum Standards. Geared for Pre school children age 3-5 years.
Empowerment through Play
Through the guise of play and exploration, D.I.G will empower young children by encouraging and guiding development of the skills needed for their success in learning and in life: language and literacy, reading and writing, math and science, and social, emotional, and physical well-being. The Sandbox outreach programs will not only compliment the work being done by parents, caregivers, and educators but will include them in the learning process and provide ideas for them to continue to foster growth and curiosity.

Hours 

Wed-Sat: 10-4 JANUARY 2015 ONLY(CLOSED SUNDAYS, MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS)

OPEN, Monday, January 19, 10a-5p, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

 Tues-Sat: 10-5 September thru March, May (Except January, Wed-Sat, 10a-4pm)

Mon-Sat.: 10-5 April, June thru August

Sunday: Closed

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

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We love this Santa letter writing program offered by the Bluffton Township Fire District, just over the Savannah bridge in Bluffton, SC: special drop off locations for Letters to Santa.

Special mailboxes are installed at each of the the eight fire stations throughout the district to collect letters.

The mailboxes are emptied each morning by Santa’s little helpers to be quickly delivered to the North Pole. When sending a letter, please include a return address to help Santa. Who knows, he may just write back….

Station locations are:
Station 30- 2 Bridge St.
Station 31- 178 May River Rd.
Station 32- 155 Callawassie Dr.
Station 33- 12 Buckingham Plantation
Station 34- 25 William Pope Dr.
Station 35- 357 Fording Island Rd.
Station 36 – 2 Oak Tree Rd.
Station 37 – 564 Old Palmetto Bluff Rd.

Santa on tour in Bluffton

The Bluffton Township Fire District will be escorting Santa around neighborhoods throughout Bluffton SC until Dec. 18.

The fire district believes this will help Santa see all of the neighborhoods and learn the best routes for Christmas Eve. The fire truck transporting Mr. Claus will have its lights and sirens on, so everyone will know Santa has arrived.

Route schedule:
Dec.8
• Island West
• Park Side
• Baynard Park
• Eagles Point
Dec. 9
• Rose Hill
• Rose Hill Equestrian
• Westbury Park
Dec. 10
• Sandy Run
• Edge Field
• Arbor wood
• Willows
• Woodbridge
• Towns at Buckwalter
Dec. 11
• All Joy Road
• Brighten Oaks
• Martins Place
• Fern Lakes
• Lake Linden
• Lakes at Myrtle Park
• Bridge Point
• Saw Mill Forest
Dec 15
• Vista View Apartments and White Oak Apartments
• Pine Ridge
• The Farm
• Pine Ridge
Dec. 16
• Bluffton Park
• Well Stone
• Hidden Lakes
Dec. 17
• Cedar Lakes
• Mid-Point
• Southern Oakes
• Alston Park
• Heritage at New Riverside
Dec. 18
Extra Day Scheduled for Make Up if necessary

FOR MORE SAVANNAH-AREA HOLIDAY FAMILY EVENTS, VISIT OUR HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE 2014 BY CLICKING HERE. 

Dove Street Festival of Lights at Shelter Cove Towne Center, Hilton Head Is. 6-10PM nightly through Jan. 4 2015.

Details here. 

The Dove Street Festival of Lights, an Island holiday tradition for 20 years, is coming back to life at Shelter Cove Towne Centre. With the blessing of founders Paul & Kristi Beckler and Rob Lolik, visitors from across the region will once again be able to experience the magic of the cascading and tastefully tacky display.

Presented by Shelter Cove Towne Centre, the Dove Street Festival of Lights will run through January 4, 2015 and will be open to the public nightly from 6PM to 10PM. Visitors will be able to gain entrance to the Dove Street Festival of LightsTM via both the Kroger and Belk sides of the Towne Centre.

Location

Shelter Cove Towne Center is located in the center of Hilton Head Island off Hwy 278 at Mile Marker 8 @ 40 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head Island, SC. It’s about a one-hour drive from Savannah.
843) 686-3090

The Deep Well Project, the holiday festival’s longstanding beneficiary, will be joined this year by PEP (Programs for Exceptional People) accepting donations onsite.

SCHEDULE OF FREE EVENTS

Sunday, December 21
Cappy the Clown – 7-9pm

Friday, December 26
Cappy the Clown – 7-9pm

Saturday, December 27
Cappy the Clown – 7-9pm

Sunday, December 28
Cappy the Clown – 7-9pm
Frosty the Snowman, special appearance – 6-8pm

Monday, December 29
Frosty the Snowman, special appearance – 6-8pm

Tuesday, December 30
Frosty the Snowman, special appearance – 6-8pm

The holiday season is a perfect time to visit Harbour Town on Hilton Head Is., which is about a 90 minute drive from Savannah. You can see Harbour Town’s holiday lights display – including the decorated lighthouse – & take part in various free events happening during December.

There is a $6 per vehicle charge to enter Sea Pines Resort gate.

Here are some free family holiday events happening in Harbour Town this December 2014

FREE outdoor family concert with Gregg Russell
Tuesday, December 23; 7:30-9pm
Relish the spirit of the holidays with an evening in Harbour Town. Listen as Gregg Russell plays his guitar and sings songs of the season for children and adults. Following the concert, enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus!

Holiday Fun, Holiday Movies, Marshmallow-roasting in Harbour Town
Saturday, December 27-Tuesday, December 30; 4-8pm
Come to the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town to watch classic holiday movies, roast marshmallows over a fire pit, and enjoy festive games and activities for the whole family. Games and activities start at 4pm and the movie and fire pit start at 6pm.
This is a complimentary activity, however donations for Deep Well are appreciated. For more information, contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979

14th Annual Polar Bear Swim
Wednesday, December 31; 10am
Show your adventurous side with the other “polar bears” by taking an invigorating dip in the Harbour Town Pool on a chilly winter day. Warm up after your plunge with hot chocolate and refreshments.
For more information, contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979. Complimentary.

New Year’s Eve Golf Ball Drop from the top of Harbour Town Lighthouse
Wednesday, December 31; 7pm & midnight
Enjoy a festive New Year’s Eve golf ball drop from the top of the Harbour Town Lighthouse. Enjoy food and fun at the Quarterdeck and Topside Waterfront Restaurant, then count down the golf ball drop as we welcome the new year! Two drops: 7pm and midnight.
For more information, contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979.

The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. is turning 9!
Wednesday, November 26, 2014, 10am-2pm
(closing at 2pm, space & activities will be limited in the event of rain)

The museum parking lot will be turned into a carnival, complete with bounce house, “corn hole”, our new “building blocks”, carnival games with prizes, a cotton candy station, special activities in the museum, holiday crafts (ornaments & decorating sugar cookies), a BBQ lunch with all the “fixins”, and of course, birthday cake.

Special event prices:
Adults & Children $10; up to 12 months FREE
($8 for members, seniors and active military)
(all proceeds benefit the museum’s non-profit programs)
(sorry, coupons not valid for admission)

Please feel free to call for more info and how to be an event sponsor or birthday donor.

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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Book Reading by Santa Claus, Dec. 23 2014

Santa Claus himself will read the classic and then visit with children at the Museum (10:30-12noon). Space is limited to the reading (at 10:30am) so sign up when you get here, first come first serve. Included in Museum Admission

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WEEKDAY KIDS EVENTS @ THE SANDBOX

The Sandbox Children’s Museum offers regular weekday programs for kids including:

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

Discover Imagine Grow Program Topics
Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am
First come, first serve, Sign up at Front Desk
All themes and topics parallel the SC Core Curriculum Standards. Geared for Pre school children age 3-5 years.
Empowerment through Play
Through the guise of play and exploration, D.I.G will empower young children by encouraging and guiding development of the skills needed for their success in learning and in life: language and literacy, reading and writing, math and science, and social, emotional, and physical well-being. The Sandbox outreach programs will not only compliment the work being done by parents, caregivers, and educators but will include them in the learning process and provide ideas for them to continue to foster growth and curiosity.

Program Topics
November
Nov. 18 Science/Staying Healthy/The Body

December
Dec. 2 Science/Staying Healthy/Dental
Dec. 9 Science/Staying Healthy/Emotions
Dec. 16 Science/Experimenting with Fun!/Science Experiments

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NOON Year’s Eve Event

NOON Year’s Eve Celebration December 31, 2014, 10am-2pm
Want to celebrate the New Year without staying up till midnight?
Come to The Sandbox for a family fun event guaranteed to kick off your New Year on the right foot!

Featuring: Special games, activities including our bounce house (weather permitting) and a chance to play in the snow, fun arts & crafts, light lunch, and party favors!

Event Price: $10.00 for Adults and Children 1 and over. Up to 12 months FREE. (Members, Active Military and Seniors $8.00)
*Coupons not valid for this event*

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, On Facebook here. 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

FREE November Free Family Fun Night @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head 

THEME: MILITARY and FIRST RESPONDER NIGHT

Friday, November 7th, 5:30-7:30 pm
Free admission, fun crafts & activities.
Meet local First Responders & tell them “THANK YOU!”.
Make a personalized card or letter for a deployed soldier.
Top it off with Free Refreshments (while it lasts)
Our Troops would love to hear from you.

Sponsored in part by: The Bargain Box

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Veterans Day at the Sandbox, Nov. 11

CELEBRATE VETERAN’S DAY AT THE SANDBOX
Tuesday, November 11th, 10am-5pm

Special Offers for Military Members & their families:
½ price admission
$25 off an annual membership

Offers only valid 11/11/14. Valid military ID required.
Other coupons cannot be combined with this offer.

Adults, Children, Members: $6, Seniors and Active Military: $5, Children Up to 12 Months: free

Programs include Discover Imagine Grow, 10:30-11:30 AM. Program topic: Art/Lets Get Creative/Messy Creations. Program details here. 

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, On Facebook here. 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

Veterans Day at the Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is, Nov. 11

CELEBRATE VETERAN’S DAY AT THE SANDBOX
Tuesday, November 11th, 10am-5pm

Special Offers for Military Members & their families:
½ price admission
$25 off an annual membership

Offers only valid 11/11/14. Valid military ID required.
Other coupons cannot be combined with this offer.

Adults, Children, Members: $6, Seniors and Active Military: $5, Children Up to 12 Months: free

Programs include Discover Imagine Grow, 10:30-11:30 AM. Program topic: Art/Lets Get Creative/Messy Creations. Program details here. 

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, On Facebook here. 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

The Sandbox’s “Spookalicious” Halloween!

Join The Sandbox Children’s Festival for Halloween Festivities
Saturday, October 25, 2014,
10am-5pm

Bring your ghosts and goblins dressed in their costumes to play! Themed crafts and activities. Decorate a special Halloween cookie. Scavenger hunt for a bag of treats! Special Saturday Admission is $5 per person age 1 and older. Up to 12 months is free (coupons not valid for this event).

For more information about The Sandbox, visit www.thesandbox.org  or call (843) 842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org .

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, On Facebook here. 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 KIDS’ EVENTS, VISIT OUR ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR BY CLICKING HERE