Farm Day 2024 @ Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center
Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center’s first Farm Day of 2024 is set for Jan. 20.
This is a 3-hour program 9AM-noon for children ages 6-12 and will feature games and pony rides, farm animals, seasonal craft, horsemanship skills, & more. Please pack a snack.
Sign up here.
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On New Year’s Eve Day, we went on Outside Hilton Head’s Savannah Port Tour and were blown away by the vast amount that we saw and learned. It’s a 1.5 hour boat tour that leaves from The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa dock on Hutchinson Island and is offered year-round.
Despite having lived in Savannah for more than four decades, I am embarrassed to to admit that I knew little about all that goes at Port or Savannah, the nations largest port in volume – just upriver from Savannah’s Historic Riverfront.
Our captain USCG Boat Captain Peter Pearson shared his considerable experience to provide insight on how the Georgia Port Authority works. The tour also included Savannah history and a look into what a huge influence our port has.
A tour for all ages, you get up close to those colossal container ships and leave with a renewed appreciation of where we live.
So thankful that Outside Hilton Head offers this peek into one of Savannah’s treasures.
Learn more here.
See our Savannah Port tour reel here.
Kindermusik Musical Playdates for ages 0-7 & their caregivers on Sat. Jan. 20, 10AM & 11AM
Kindermusik January musical playdates, Jumping Beans – Exploring music of Latin & South America! will be Sat. Jan. 20 2024. Select 10AM or 11AM class. Sign up here.
The playdate will celebrate the songs, rhythms, instruments, and stories from the rich musical culture of South America.
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!
Every enrolled child will get…
– A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
– A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home
– A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes
More details…
– Ages 0-7: The playdate is geared toward newborns all the way up to 7-year-olds! Multiple caregivers are welcome, so bring the whole family along!
– Limited capacity: The January musical playdate will be held twice on Saturday, January 20, 2024: 10AM and 11AM. Don’t delay in enrolling, as spots are limited and will be closed as soon as the spaces fill. Typically our playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now!
– Cost: $20 for first child; only $14 per sibling
– Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Studio; 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302
Sign up here.
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Drop-In Studio every Saturday & Sunday @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah
Every Saturday & Sunday
10AM–2PM
Jepson Center, Savannah
Free with museum admission
Take time to unleash your creativity in Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center studios every Saturday and Sunday, 10AM-2PM for artmaking projects for all ages!
Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative mediums such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books and much more.
Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum.
A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests.
Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Learn more here.
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Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah for Art Start, featuring story time, a special tour, and an art activity.
Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Come play and learn and explore ‘Making Marks’!
Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot online here.
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Put these dates of upcoming Art Start programs in your calendar
Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. Jan. 18 2024. Register here.
Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. Feb. 15 2024. Register here.
Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. March 21 2024. Register here.
Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. April 18 2024. Register here.
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Free admission to museums, historic sites on Super Museum Sunday 2024
Explore more than 100 sites in person and online during Super Museum Sunday 2024 on Feb. 11.
Enjoy free admission to participating historic sites, house museums, art museums, and other points of interest throughout Georgia open their doors for an exceptional opportunity to experience the history in our own backyard.
View a full list of participating sites here.
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More Georgia History Festival Events @ Wormsloe State Historic SIte
2024 Colonial Faire & Muster @ Wormsloe State Historic Site, Savannah
Feb. 10-11, 2024
10AM – 4PM on Sat. Feb. 10 & 10AM-2PM Sun. Feb. 11
This popular living-history program explores life in eighteenth-century Georgia through cooking, dancing, craft, and military demonstrations. Fees may apply.
Wormsloe State Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Road
Savannah, Georgia
Learn more here.
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New Wormsloe State Historic Site Visitor Center
While at Wormsloe, check out the new Wormsloe Visitor Center (pictured above), a 6,000-square-foot building with a large patio with fireplace, gift shop, meeting space and introductory information about the site. Repurposed materials include slate roofing material from a historic dock, as well as an iron gate from the 1930s formal gardens.
A new trolley system will be operated out of the visitor center to take guests down the iconic 1.5-mile Live Oak Avenue which will help protect the historic trees from frequent auto traffic. The reduced traffic will also be an added benefit for those photographing the famous lane. Visitors will soon be able to rent bicycles to pedal down the avenue. New landscaping includes native plants, young cypress trees and live oaks, and a water feature.
Kindermusik parent & me music & movement classes in Savannah
Ring in the new year with Kindermusik! This year, commit to spending some weekly quality time with your little one, making music and forming new friendships together!
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday class options for newborns to 7-year-olds. Sibling discounts!
Text “FREE CLASS” to 912-432-5885 to set up your first free introductory class!
Learn more here.
Kindermusik…music now, skills for life.
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Savannah Sharks Cheerleading in Savannah & Richmond Hill
Registration is open for classes @ both Savannah Sharks locations in Savannah and Richmond HIll.
Classes include:
Preschool Tumbling Class for ages 3-5 years old, 1:15PM on Mondays and 1:15PM on Wednesdays. Enroll now here.
Mommy & Me Class for ages 0-3 @ Savannah Sharks Savannah location @ 9:30AM Mondays. Enroll now here.
Spring Tumbling Classes. Enroll now here.
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After-school horse-back riding classes @ Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center
New after school group horse-back riding lessons start Mon. Jan. 8 2023 @ Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center in Savannah.
Lessons are Monday or Thursday, 4:30-5:30PM for four consecutive weeks.
Learn more and sign up here.
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Tumbling & Gymnastics Classes @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah
For more than a decade, Summit Gymnastics in Savannah has produced top-quality gymnasts by providing a safe & productive work environment that enhances physical and mental well-being.
New Gymnastics & Tumbling classes start in January 2024. Classes offered for ages 3+.
Call 912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com
Learn more about Summit Gymnastics in Savannah or enroll online here.
Summit Gymnastics
74 W. Montgomery Crossroads
Savannah, Ga. 31406
(912)-921-1034
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Toddler Tuesday Parent & Me Nature Program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center
Toddler Tuesday is a program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland Island Wildlife Center’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program will meet at the picnic pavilion and will include 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 required, attendees will be emailed at the address you registered with which you registered.
UPCOMING THEMES
April 2: Bobcat Birthday
April 9: Friends with Fox
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM and registration is not required, but it helps organizers 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
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Apply now for annual Savannah Classical Academy lottery for 2024-2025 school year
The annual lottery for Savannah Classical Academy is now open to all students living in Chatham County, from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Savannah Classical Academy is a public charter school serving residents of Chatham County. There is no tuition.
Applicants may submit their lottery application for the 2024-2025 school year by visiting this link.
Families may also visit the charter school to submit an application Mon.-Thurs. from 8:30AM until 2PM
SCA’s supportive and well-structured environment leads to excellent academic results. For 2023, SCA outscored both the county school system and achieved parity or superior achievement when compared to all students in Georgia on all 22 state assessment measures.
Experiential learning, successful student outcomes, and high expectations for student behavior supported by many co-curricular options, demonstrates why this free public charter school is a great investment in our community and a best choice for families.
Apply online here.
The mission of Savannah Classical Academy is to provide every child with a classical and academically rigorous education while instilling a commitment to civic virtue and moral character.
Savannah Classical Academy
705 E. Anderson St.
Savannah, Georgia 31401
(912) 395-4040
SavannahClassicalAcademy.org
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Diesel Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah
Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will have diesel train rides Fri. Jan. 12 through Mon. Jan.15 2024!
Site tour by train will be on the hour from 10AM – 3PM (with the last ride at 3PM).
Rides are first come, first served, and you MUST pick up a boarding pass in the gift shop to board the train.
Learn more here.
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Savannah Children’s Museum is next to Georgia State Railroad Museum
While visiting Georgia State Railroad Museum, be sure to purchase entry to visit Savannah Children’s Museum, too, which is right next door.
Savannah Children’s Museum is an outdoor, two-level space, built within the former Central of Georgia Railway repair facility and adjacent to Georgia State Railroad Museum. The museum features learning-through-play exhibits including an exploration maze, a reading nook, building blocks, a nature kitchen and scavenger hunt.
Open Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM-3PM.
SCM will have special opening Mon. Jan. 15 in because schools will be closed in honor of MLK Jr Day.
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Registration is Open for Youth and Teen Classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center.
Got a creative little one who’s passionate about dance? Or a teen who loves trying news things?
Winter term registration is now open for visual and performing arts classes at SCAC! Choose from painting, drawing, ceramics, dynamic dance, and more. Plus – new Youth Musical Theater and Beads, Braids, and Knots!
Teen classes begin January 22 and run for 7 weeks.
Youth classes begin January 29 and run for 6 weeks.
All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center at 201 Montgomery St.
Learn more and register at savannahga.gov/artsclasses
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Below is a guest post from Pooler Fun Zone
For over 20 years, Fun Zone has been Pooler’s go-to spot for family fun and entertainment, and it’s no surprise why! As the only indoor AND outdoor entertainment space in the area—with Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, and an Arcade—we’ve prioritized providing top-notch family-friendly entertainment, delivering exceptional service to our guests, and giving back to our local community for the past two decades. From the beginning, we have prioritized a family-friendly atmosphere and welcome guests of all ages.
At Fun Zone, we have 8 acres of activities to offer our guests! Explore our Arcade, multiple Go-Kart Tracks, and two recently updated Miniature Golf Courses. You can also indulge in tasty concessions, including traditional favorites like pizza and chicken tenders and unique treats like funnel cakes and ICEEs! With ample space, we are the perfect place to host your next party or event. Our fantastic team, several of whom have been a part of the Fun Zone team for over 10 years, help the fun continue across all of our activity spaces.
We’ve always believed in the importance of investing in our community. That’s why we work diligently to offer donations to various causes and groups in need in our area. We want to help our neighbors thrive, and our team can help in a variety of ways, including themed nights, silent auctions, item donation requests, giveaway prizes, and more.
Right now, we have several amazing offers available for guests to save on fun:
Grab your 2024 Annual Pass before 12/23 for only $119.00 ($30 off)! Annual Passes include lots of perks like Unlimited Go-Kart Rides (Excludes Hi-Bank track), unlimited Mini-Golf, Monthly Mystery Perks, VIP Arcade Card Status, and more! Purchase yours online at poolerfunzone.com/Annual-Pass/, or in person at 1040 US Highway 80 E in Pooler. *Unlimited attractions only apply during operating hours.
Get more fun for less! Until 12/24, get 20% off any Gift Card purchase at poolerfunzone/pricing.
Every weekend in December (Friday – Sunday), get a $5 Arcade Card with 500 E-tickets (redemption tickets) with the purchase of a regularly priced Value Band!
As we reflect on the past 20 years, we are thankful for our incredible community that has chosen Fun Zone as a top local destination for having fun and making memories with their families and friends. We hope to see you soon at Fun Zone, located at 1040 US Highway 80 E. in Pooler!
Visit our website to see our updated hours and learn more about attractions, events, specials, and pricing. To be the first to know about future specials and promotions, be sure to follow us on Facebook here and Instagram at @poolerfunzone.
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Give the gift of learning through play and nature.
A Coastal Heritage Society membership is the perfect present for families and can be used year-round!
Any membership level may be purchased as a gift and all CHS members enjoy an exclusive suite of benefits.
Membership includes unlimited free admission to all of CHS sites including Savannah Children’s Museum, which It is an ideal space for children to learn through play by allowing kids to explore their own interests in a natural setting, helping to combat nature-deficit disorder.
Learn more and purchase a membership here.
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Apply now for annual Savannah Classical Academy lottery for 2024-2025 school year
The annual lottery for Savannah Classical Academy is now open to all students living in Chatham County, from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Savannah Classical Academy is a public charter school serving residents of Chatham County. There is no tuition.
Applicants may submit their lottery application for the 2024-2025 school year by visiting this link.
Families may also visit the charter school to submit an application Mon.-Thurs. from 8:30AM until 2PM
SCA’s supportive and well-structured environment leads to excellent academic results. For 2023, SCA outscored both the county school system and achieved parity or superior achievement when compared to all students in Georgia on all 22 state assessment measures.
Experiential learning, successful student outcomes, and high expectations for student behavior supported by many co-curricular options, demonstrates why this free public charter school is a great investment in our community and a best choice for families.
Apply online here.
The mission of Savannah Classical Academy is to provide every child with a classical and academically rigorous education while instilling a commitment to civic virtue and moral character.
Savannah Classical Academy
705 E. Anderson St.
Savannah, Georgia 31401
(912) 395-4040
SavannahClassicalAcademy.org
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Noon Year’s Eve Countdown & Dance Party will be Sun. Dec. 31 @ Savannah Children’s Museum
Come to Savannah Children’s Museum on New Year’s Eve Day Sun. Dec. 31 2023 for a Kids’ Noon Year’s Countdown Celebration, weather permitting. There will be a countdown to noon with shaker crafts, bubble wrap fireworks and a dance party.
(Please note that Savannah Children’s Museum will be closed Mon. Jan. 1 and will reopen for regular hours of operation Wed. Jan. 3 2024 @ 9AM-3PM.)
School Hours continue: Savannah Children’s Museum is currently open Wednesday – Sunday 9AM – 3PM and closed on Mondays & Tuesdays (with the exception of Special Open Days such as Tues. Dec. 26 2023)
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Free movie & tap dance exercise @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Get ready to tap, tap, tap those happy feet! Join us for a FREE showing of the movie Happy Feet paired with a tap-dancing exercise on Thursday, December 28.
This event is free and open to all ages. No pre-registration required. The movie will begin at 10am at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St in Savannah.
The Savannah Cultural Arts Center is operated by the City of Savannah’s Cultural Resources department. Learn more at savannahga.gov/arts.
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Art and Dance Workshops for Youth and Teens @ The Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Lots of winter youth & teen classes & workshops happening @ The Savannah Cultural Arts Center.
Here are some for the youngest set.
Frozen Fantasy Camp, Mon Dec. 18-Wed. Dec. 20, 9-11AM, Ages 4-6. This is a 3-day camp, the fee covers all three days. Deadline to register. Sign up here.
Frozen Fantasy: Dance into a magical world of ice and snow discovering ways we can move our bodies like Snow Queens or Superheroes with special freezing powers. This class will incorporate dance components, obstacle courses, crafts, and snacks to make our frozen fantasy come to life.
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Parent/Child Arctic Animal Adventures, Wed. Dec. 27 and Fri. Dec. 29, 10-10:45AM. Parents + Ages 2-3. Deadline to register is 8AM Tues. Dec. 26 for the Wednesday class, 5PM Wed. Dec. 27 for the Friday class. Sign up here.
Arctic Animal Adventures: Bring your baby cubs to this winter adventure as we explore and move like seals, penguins, and polar bears in a fun filled music and movement class. We welcome parents, grandparents, or any adult that wants to participate. Each class offers a different arctic adventure.
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Sugar Plum Fairy Ballet Camp, Wed. Dec. 20 and Thurs. Dec 21, 1-3PM. Ages 7-10. This is a 2-day workshop, the fee covers both days. Deadline to register is 5PM Mon. Dec. 18. Sign up here.
Sugar Plum Fairy: Dance your way into this camp from inspirations of the iconic, Nutcracker and all the sweets that bring extra joy and grand jetes your way! This ballet class will focus on the basics of classical ballet through imagery, props, and technique to learn a rendition of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
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Parent & Child Arctic Animal Adventures 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
To register, go here then scroll down the page to Workshops, listed at the bottom of the page.
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Bond with your baby @ music & movement Kindermusik classes
Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano offers music classes for children ages newborn to 7 years old.
Infants under 10 weeks attend completely free.
Come try an introductory class and see how music can help your baby and young child grow in countless ways! Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or text/call 912-432-5885 for more info.
Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Art and Dance Workshops for Youth and Teens @ The Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Get creative this Winter with performing and visual arts workshops for youth and teens at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! Choose from a variety of offerings including holiday crafts, jewelry making, and dance adventures.
Visual Arts:
Block Print a Holiday Card for Families – Saturday, Dec 9, 9 – 11am | Parents + ages 13 – 17
Nameplate Necklaces for Teens – Monday, Dec 18, 1 – 4pm | Ages 13 – 17
Watercolor Holiday Cards for Teens – Monday, Dec 18, 1 – 4pm | Ages 13 – 18 (Workshop for Adults on November 30!)
Create Your Own Art Gallery for Teens – Tuesday, Dec 19, 3 – 5pm | Ages 13 – 17
Create Your Own Art Gallery for Tweens – Wednesday, Dec 20, 3 – 5pm | Ages 10 – 12
Wirework Ornaments – Wednesday, Dec 20, 10am – 12pm | Parents + ages 13 and up
Teen Workshop: Metal Water Casting for Jewelry – Saturday, Dec 30, 10am – 1pm | Ages 13 – 18 (Workshop for Adults on January 9!)
Performing Arts:
Frozen Fantasy Camp – Wednesday, Dec 18 – Friday, Dec 20, 9 – 11am | Ages 4 – 6
Sugar Plum Fairy Ballet Camp – Wednesday, Dec 20 and Thursday, Dec 21, 1 – 3pm | Ages 7 – 10
Parent/Child Arctic Animal Adventures – Wednesday, Dec 27 and Friday, Dec 29, 10 – 10:45pm | Ages 2 – 3
Click here to learn more and register.
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Gift Cards available for Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center
Give the gift of horse back riding. Or carriage rides. Or group trail rides. Or pony rides.
You can with a gift card to Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center in Savannah
From private trail rides to group riding lessons, Red Gate Farms has it all.
Keep Red Gate gift cards in mind while holiday shopping.
Learn more here.
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