10AM – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – 30-minute free classes to discover our programs (6 classes every 30 minutes across 3 rooms) Face Painting, Games, and Open JAM activities throughout the day Chazito’s Food Truck and an Obstacle Course
Exciting Prizes and More:
The first 20 kids to register will receive a free meal. Link to register here:
Hourly prize drawings (free registration fees, free open jams, free birthday party, and a free JAM bag with sleeve and VIP membership).
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The JAM Urban Athletic Club is Savannah’s first ninjastics & obstacle course. The Jam UAC open-gym is dedicated to all kids and teens who want to have fun in a safe environment for a couple hours. Under certified coaches’ supervision, athletes will run free through an obstacle course, ninjastics module course, and gymnastics setup.
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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.
Questions? Text 912-308-3818
An adult is required to be present to supervise your child at all times as supervision is not provided.
The museum space is entirely outdoors, built within the former Central of Georgia Railway repair facility and adjacent to Georgia State Railroad Museum. The museum features over a dozen exhibits including an exploration maze, a reading nook, a sensory garden, and a nature kitchen.
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Dedicated to kids aged 18 months to 17 years old, The Jam offers a range of exhilarating programs including recreational gymnastics, Ninjastics, and obstacle courses.
The JAM UAC is open but the special grand opening is this month!
Come to the Grand Opening of The Jam UAC (Urban Athletic Club) for kids, Sat. July 13, 10AM-4PM in Savannah. Obstacle Course. Ninjastics, Face-painting. Food Trucks. Giveaways. 1st 20 kids who register receive a free meal. Details here.
Watch as the talented Kip Bradley and Jennifer Nolan demonstrate their creative processes, offering inspiration to budding artists of all ages.
The museum’s interactive stations will provide endless entertainment and learning opportunities. Dive into a variety of hands-on projects such as creating intricate shell mosaics, experimenting with ceramics and adding your artistic flair to sidewalk art.
Kids and adults alike will love the face painting and the chance to explore the ocean table, a sensory experience that brings the wonders of the sea to life.
Free Waves of Wonder Family Day will be 10AM-1PM Sat. June 29 @ Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum in Savannah.
88 Keys Piano is the Coastal Empire’s most trusted name for all things music.
88 Keys offers piano tuning, service and repair, piano moving, storage, sales and refinishing.
Their music studio offers private lessons for ages 7+ on piano, violin, guitar, mandolin, banjo and ukulele. Kindermusik classes for ages 0-7 available each week!!
Visit 88keyspiano.com to learn more, or to self-schedule your appointment.
Call 912.988.KEYS (5397) today.
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Teen Nights @ SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah are one of this city’s best kept secrets. Older kids get to focus on different innovative themes in the inspirational environs of SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. All skill levels are welcome. Dinner and supplies are provide. And Teen Nights are only $10 each.
Inspired by Awol Erizku’s exhibition X, SCAD alum Michael Schalk (B.F.A., photography, 2017) guides students through photographic storytelling. By incorporating sentimental elements and colors to reflect individuality, participants design a photoshoot to evoke their personalities using a cellphone camera and Polaroids shared among the group.
Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Meet SCAD alum Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011) during this two-part series as you create and paint pottery. Source inspiration from Cammie Staros and Iván Argote’s exhibitions as you build your own clay sculpture. Return June 20 to paint narratives on your pottery.
Admission to the workshop is $20, which covers both parts of this series. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Revisit pottery design with SCAD alum Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011) as you pick back up on the clay works created during part one. Fired and ready for paint, students’ vessels await painted scenes inspired by works in Cammie Staros’ Sunken City.
Admission to the workshop is free for those who attended part one of the series. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Unravel the connection between fibers, fashion, and photography found in SCAD MOA’s GENDERQUAKE exhibition with SCAD alum Kamryn Shawron (B.F.A., fibers, 2016). Create a beaded and embellished photograph while discussing the significance of textiles as a means of expression. Bring your own photograph or source one from given materials.
Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Under the guidance of SCAD MOA educators, create a living monument in the form of a plant arrangement. Borrowing inspiration from Iván Argote’s exhibition The Burden of the Invisible, assemble large planters with native flora as an homage to your history of place. Consider how Argote’s exhibition honors people in a new way as you reimagine historical monuments of the South.
Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Build your own set of Matryoshka dolls (Russian nesting dolls) inspired by Cao Fei’s exhibition At the Edge of Superhumanity. With SCAD alum Abbey Wiggam (B.F.A., fashion marketing and management, 2020) as their guide, students learn more about culturally significant relics while engaging their whimsical creativity.
Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
What to expect:
Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu. This event is free and open to the public.
Add this to your Summer 2024 bucket list: sign up for Kids Bowl Free program, so you kids can bowl for free all summer at the following Savannah-Lowcountry area participating bowling centers:
*Frames N Games in Pooler.
*Station 300 in Bluffon SC.
The Kids Bowl Free program is already under way @ Station 300 Bluffton. The program begins May 28 2024 @ Frames N Games in Pooler.
Registered kids receive two free games of bowling each day of the Kids Bowl Free program all summer long at the bowling center with which you register. Age limits are set by the individual bowling centers.
There’s also a family pass option that allows adults, older siblings and babysitters to bowl along with the registered kids. The family pass is a one time payment, that is set by participating bowling centers.
Students plan for the future while simultaneously building their resumes and learning what life after high school holds.
This program’s activities will be geared towards building your communication skills through games, drawing jams, storytelling, and other fun activities while also exposing high school students to their next stage in life.
Participants will have the opportunity to get a head start in planning for the future by receiving help to apply to college, practicing interviews, learning how to present their skill sets to different audiences, discussing leadership and STEM communication, and Q&As with current college students.
The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler is excited to announce 2024 Summer Camp!
All Campers must be registered in order to attend camp. A $25 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is REQUIRED to register your camper(s) for each week.
Camp Times are 9AM to 4PM Monday – Friday
Ages are 6 to 12
Price is $225.00 a week (including the $25 non-refundable deposit)
Includes water, snacks, lunches and all activities.
THEME: The 2024 Summer Camp theme is “Masters in the Sky │ Honoring 1944 and the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.”
There are no weekly themes this year. Camps will be tailored to the interests of the campers attending that week. ALL WEEKS WILL BE DIFFERENT and include camper’s favorite activities from our previous themes of Historic Heroes, May the 8th Air Force Be With You, & FTX Camp.
The dates are listed below.
June 3-7
June 10-14
June 17-21
June 22-28
July 8-12
July 22-26
July 29- August 2
Campers will learn about the Medal of Honor, the Mighty 8th and World War II while engaging in energetic and engaging activities such as obstacle courses, group exercises, and just being outdoors. Campers will partake in outdoor battle reenactments while learning about the real heroes that fought in them such as Audie Murphy and John Basilone. Your camper will see a piece of history; our WWII B-17 when we tour the museum. Mud, water guns, and more in our high-energy camps!
The museum space is entirely outdoors, built within the former Central of Georgia Railway repair facility and adjacent to Georgia State Railroad Museum. The museum features over a dozen carefully-designed exhibits including an exploration maze, a reading nook, a sensory garden, and a nature kitchen.
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There will be enhanced programming this Memorial Day Weekend 2024 @ Old Fort Jackson in Savannah including volunteers on site on Sat. May 25 and exploring the different eras of the site’s military history on Sun. & Mon., May 26-27.
Sat. May 25 (1862 Savannah) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
9:20AM – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators and Volunteers will offer live music by Bella Harmony Music and activities by Union Soldiers, Confederate Soldiers and Sailors, and the Ladies Gunboat Society and Women of Savannah!
10AM -12 Pounder Cannon Firing, followed by Stations.
10:30AM – Dance.
11AM – Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah and nearby in April of 1862. Relieve the Skirmish on Whitemarsh Island.
11:30AM – Hear the conclusion, followed by the firing of our mighty 32 Pounder Cannon.
12:30AM – Dance.
12:45AM – Guard Mount.
1:15PM – Mail Cail.
1:30PM – Signaling and 6 Pounder Cannon Firing.
2PM – Hardee’s Infantry Drill Presentation.
2:20PM – Civil War Era Discipline
2:30PM – Remember the Fallen, followed by the firing of our mighty 32 Pounder Cannon.
2:45PM – Dance.
4PM – Fort closed.
Sun. May 26 (War of 1812 Savannah) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
9:30AM – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators will portray Regular Soldiers of the US Army and Georgia Militia Men from the War of 1812 Era while offering exciting history presentations! Learn about the construction of Savannah defenses, along with musket and heavy artillery skills.
10AM – Smythe’s Manual Infantry Presentation.
10:30AM – Stations.
11AM- Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah during the War of 1812 and Creek War. Relieve the Battle of Calabee Creek.
11:30AM – Hear the conclusion of the Battle and the defense of Savannah in late 1814, followed by the firing of our mighty 24 Pounder Cannon.
2PM – Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah during the War of 1812 and Creek War. Relieve the Battle of Calabee Creek.
2:30PM – Hear the conclusion of the Battle and the defense of Savannah in late 1814, followed by the firing of our mighty 24 Pounder Cannon.
4PM – Fort closed.
Mon. May 27 (Memorial Day) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
9:30AM – Stations – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators will portray Soldiers of the Four American Armies that served on the ground where Old Fort Jackson stands while offering exciting history presentations! Learn about the stories and skills of soldiers during the American Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, including musket firings.
11AM – 12 Pounder Cannon Firing.
11:30AM – Remember soldiers who gave their lives in battle and witness the firing of our mighty 24 and 32 Pounder Cannon, while the American Flag is raised from half mast to full mast at Noon.
1PM – Revolutionary War Era Infantry Presentation on the Parade.
1:30PM – Riverboat Salute with 6 Pounder Cannon.
2PM – Get an overview of the American Revolutionary War in Savannah and beyond. Relieve the Battle of Cowpens.
2:30PM – 24 Pounder Cannon Firing.
4PM – Fort closed.
This programming is included in site admission and FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
Memorial Day Commemoration @ Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond HIll is Sat. May 25, 9AM-4PM
Pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including musket and cannon firings.
Tour the fort, museum, and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River.
Regular Fort admission prices apply. 2PM guided tour $8 – $15
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Rising 8th – 11th graders, join Georgia Tech Savannah for a Murder Mystery theater and science camp June 3rd – 7th 2024 on the Georgia Tech Savannah campus!
Theater and science combine to create this week-long murder mystery adventure!
During the week, students will be given roles that they will have to keep secret for their final performance on Friday.
Students will learn throughout the week different acting techniques including improv and deflection.
Students will also learn the science that goes into crime scene investigation including forensics and interrogation techniques.
Add this to your Summer 2024 bucket list: sign up for Kids Bowl Free program, so you kids can bowl for free all summer at the following Savannah-Lowcountry area participating bowling centers:
*Frames N Games in Pooler.
*Station 300 in Bluffon SC.
The Kids Bowl Free program is already under way @ Station 300 Bluffton. The program begins May 28 2024 @ Frames N Games in Pooler.
Registered kids receive two free games of bowling each day of the Kids Bowl Free program all summer long at the bowling center with which you register. Age limits are set by the individual bowling centers.
There’s also a family pass option that allows adults, older siblings and babysitters to bowl along with the registered kids. The family pass is a one time payment, that is set by participating bowling centers.
British Swim School’s exciting partnership brings the magic of Peppa Pig to the pool, transforming swim lessons into an adventure filled with laughter and delight.
Enter the British Swim School Sweepstakes for a chance to win the Grand Prize – an all-expense-paid trip to the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Florida and 3 months of free British Swim School lessons!
Enter between May 6-June 17 2024 for a chance to win.
Come and see why Kindermusik International awarded Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Top Program Status, placing your Bloomingdale studio in the top 5% of Kindermusik programs worldwide!
The opening program begins with sacred music and chants, after which the lamas (monks) begin by drawing the mandala’s outline on a wooden platform.
On the following three days, the lamas will create the mandala by painstakingly pouring the sand from traditional metal funnels called chak-purs.
At completion the monks will conduct a closing ceremony and the mandala will be deconstructed as a metaphor of the impermanence of life. The sands are swept up and placed in an urn. To fulfill the function of healing, half is distributed to the audience, while the remainder is carried to the Savannah River.
Due to limited seating, the opening and closing events are ticketed with discounts to Telfair members. During the mandala construction days admission is free to members.
May 14-18 | Telfair Academy, Savannah
Opening Ceremony – Tuesday, May 14 at 5PM. Pre-register here. UPDATE: Sold out
Closing Ceremony – Saturday, May 18 at 2:30PM. Pre-register here. UPDATE: Sold out.
ALL WEEKS WILL BE DIFFERENT and include camper’s favorite activities from the previous themes of Historic Heroes, May the 8th Air Force Be With You, & FTX Camp.
Campers will learn about the Medal of Honor, the Mighty 8th and World War II while engaging in energetic and engaging activities such as obstacle courses, group exercises, and just being outdoors.
Campers will partake in outdoor battle reenactments while learning about the real heroes that fought in them. Your camper will step into a piece of history; a WWII B-17 when touring the museum. Mud, water guns, and more.
All Campers must be registered in order to attend camp.
A $25 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is REQUIRED within one week of registration to hold your camper’s place. A $25 deposit is due for each week your child is registered for. Please pay below or at shop.mightyeighth.org
Only $225 per student (including the $25 non-refundable deposit)
Includes lunch, snacks, drinks and lots of fun.
Discounts available.
Ages 6-12.
Sign up for one week or several weeks! Adventure awaits…..
Contact the Education Department for details.: 912-988-1835 or education@mightyeighth.org
· Murder Mystery – Theater and Science combine to create this week-long murder mystery adventure for high school students. Students will learn different acting techniques and the science that goes into crime scene investigation including forensics and interrogation techniques. (June 3rd-7th) · Story of You – Students plan for the future while simultaneously building their resumes and learning what life after high school holds. Participants will get a head start in planning for the future, help applying to college, practicing interviews, learning how to present your skill set to different audiences, discussing leadership and STEM communication, and Q&As with current college students. (June 10th – 14th) · Make It Move It – During this week-long summer program, you will learn about supply chain and logistics, explore how things are made, and how they are transported all over the world. Led by a combination of different business and industry representatives, the program will be taught through projects, industry tours, and games that are sure to be fun for everyone! (June 24th – 28th) · Energy Unplugged – Participants will learn about the future of energy, how solar panels and batteries can work together to provide energy even when the sun is not shining, obtain insights into electric vehicles and talk to researchers who are making electricity cleaner. (June 24th – 28th) · IOT & YOU – *2-week program This advanced program is designed for participants looking to take their knowledge of coding both to the next level and off the screen and into the real world. The Internet of Things (IoT) lets you connect, explore, control, and collect data on the world around you. *This program is for students with advanced knowledge of written coding language. (July 8th – 19th) · Drone Racing – During this week students will learn the coding language behind drone operation. Students will also master the controls for drone flight, learning stability, pitch, and yaw. The weeks ends as students compete against their classmates in drone obstacle racing. (July 22nd – 26th)
Costs vary per program and scholarships are available!
The Art Bus in Savannah will have three summer camp sessions (9AM-1PM) for ages 5-12 and only a few spots available. Register today here for fun, creative and engaging experience for your child this summer.
Andy Warhol Pop Art: Come learn about the POP ART movement by creating your own art prints using bright colors, everyday object and cool tools inspired by American artist, Andy Warhol! June 3-7 9AM-1PM. Ages 5-12. $225.00. Register here.
Dazzling Dinosaurs: Artists who love adventure and exploration will love our newest art series, Dazzling Dinosaurs, where your artists will learn how to create dino-skin texture, paint radiant and layered colors, misty forests and 3D dino bones to place deep inside their paintings. June 17-21, 9AM-1PM. Ages 5-12. $225.00. Register here.
Hidden in the Jungle: Your artist is invited to join us as we print, stamp, layer, draw and collage our way through a lush rainforest jungle adventure. From toucans and leopards to frogs and chameleons, your artist is sure to love creating and discovering all the wonderful life that’s hidden in the jungle. July 15-19, 9AM-1PM. Ages 5-12. $225.00. Register here.
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