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Wednesday, February 9th, 2022

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Seuss Fest 2022
@ Savannah Children’s Museum
SAT. MARCH 5, 2022 AT 10 AM – 1 PM
Admission to Seuss Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum. Purchase tickets online here.
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Seuss Fest is back!
On Sat. March 5 2022, local families are invited to celebrate the fun and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss during Seuss Fest.
Event attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character in honor of the children’s book author.
The event will take place from 10AM-1PM @ Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401.
Museum educators will lead the group with Seuss stories, games, and activities. Dancing Oobleck, a Read-A-Thon, and a rhyming scavenger hunt maze are only a few of the fun activities in which families can participate.
Community partners will provide Seuss-filled fun throughout the day. Savannah Tree Foundation and Live Oak Public Library will participate with tree saplings and games. The Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah will have several interactive activities including crafts, games, and healthy snacks. The University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant will bring their Yertle the Turtle touch tank. Savannah Children’s Theatre will share performances from Seussical the Musical. The Big Cheese food truck and Savannah Square Pops will also be on-site.
Admission to Seuss Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum, $8 for all guests 18 months and older. Admission can be purchased online here ahead of time.
This event is free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Members also receive 10% off in the gift shop. Become a member here.
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Tuesday, February 8th, 2022

Special opening on Mon. Feb. 21 2022
Five of Coastal Heritage Society’s museums in Savannah will be open for Presidents Day on Mon. Feb. 21 2022.
These sites include Savannah History Museum, Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah Children’s Museum, Harper Fowlkes House and Old Fort Jackson.
Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits and engaging tours at each site through hands-on, immersive activities that illustrate the narratives of Savannah’s past.
Savannah Children’s Museum will have a special open day on Sun. Feb. 20 2022 as well.
Savannah Children’s Museum will be open 9:30AM-2:30PM Sun Feb. 20 & Mon. Feb. 21 2022
Program Schedule:
SPECIAL OPENING
10:30am | Storytime in the Frogtown Garden
12pm | STEAM Studio or Bottle Rocket Demonstration
1:30pm | Young Explorers or Healthy Me
Georgia State Railroad Museum offer diesel train rides Fri. Feb. 18 -Mon. Feb. 21 2022
Train rides will be at 10AM, 11AM, Noon, 1PM, 2PM & 3PM
Seating is limited and is first-come, first-served. Visitors must pick up boarding passes in the gift shop before boarding.
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Saturday, February 5th, 2022

Open House @ Veritas Academy (PreK-12th), Savannah: Feb. 17 2022
THURSDAY, FEB. 17, 2022 AT 9 AM
Admission Open House
Veritas Academy (PreK-12th grades)
25 W Oglethorpe Ln.
Savannah, GA 31401-3971
Join Veritas Academy on Thurs. Feb. 17, 2022 at 9AM to see classes in action and learn more about the Veritas Academy mission and programs.
To RSVP, email info@veritassav.org.
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Friday, February 4th, 2022

Savannah Children’s Museum
Coastal Heritage Society sites regular hours are as follows:
Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM-4PM
Savannah Children’s Museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9:30AM to 2:30PM. Daily winter program schedule:
10:30am | Storytime in the Frogtown Garden
12pm | STEAM Studio or Bottle Rocket Demonstration
1:30pm | Young Explorers or Healthy Me
Savannah History Museum is open seven days a week from 9AM-4PM with Loyalists & Liberty Battlefield Tours Thursday-Saturday @ 10:30AM, 12:30PM, 2:30PM
Harper Fowlkes House in Savannah is open Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 10AM-3PM
Old Fort Jackson in Savannah is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM-4PM. Daily interpretive programming & cannon firings @ 11AM & 2PM.
Pin Point Heritage Museum in Savannah is open Thursday through Saturday from 9AM-4PM
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FREE ADMISSION: Museums for All program
Families who receive SNAP, WIC or Medicaid benefits receive FREE admission.
(Must present proof of assistance.)
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Special opening on Mon. Feb. 21
Savannah Children’s Museum will be open 9:30AM-2:30PM Mon. Feb. 21
Program Schedule:
SPECIAL OPENING!
10:30am | Storytime in the Frogtown Garden
12pm | STEAM Studio or Bottle Rocket Demonstration
1:30pm | Young Explorers or Healthy Me
Georgia State Railroad Museum offer diesel train rides Fri. Feb. 18 -Mon. Feb. 21
Train rides will be at 10AM, 11AM, Noon, 1PM, 2PM & 3PM
Seating is limited and is first-come, first-served. Visitors must pick up boarding passes in the gift shop before boarding.
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Thursday, February 3rd, 2022

Exciting to see the return of these favorite programs to Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.
ART START STROLLER & TODDLER TOURS @ Jepson Center, Savannah
February 17 2022, 10:30AM-12:30PM
Adult & Child (Pair) $12 | Child (5 and younger) $5 | Adult & Child (Member) $5
Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for storytime, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play and learn with us!
View New Acquisitions from the Brandywine Workshop and try your hand at printmaking.
Register online here.
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Upcoming Art Start Stroller & Toddler Tours @ Jepson Center, Savannah
Feb. 17 2022, 10:30AM-12:30PM. View New Acquisitions from the Brandywine Workshop and try your hand at print-making. Register online here.
April 21 2022, 1o:30AM-12:30PM | View the Art of William O. Golding and start your own travel drawing collection to tell a story. Register online here.
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FAMILY DROP-IN STUDIO IS BACK @ Jepson Center, Savannah
Weekends
10AM-1PM
Free to members and non-members with museum admission
We’re happy to see the return to Jepson Center’s family drop-in studio activities on Saturdays and Sundays from 10AM-1PM. Jepson Center staff will offer 4-5 activity options, and a studio assistant will be on hand to assist. Open to all ages! Work at your own pace and comfort level, we encourage exploration! Studio occupancy may be limited.
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Featured Spring Break Drop-In Studio @ Jepson Center, Savannah
March 26–April 2 2022 | Every day, 10AM–2PM
Each day of spring break, the museum will offer Drop in studio with featured activities for kids and their parents looking to Unleash their creativity. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
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Jepson Center
207 W. York St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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Tuesday, January 25th, 2022

Time to sign up your child for Scribble Art Studio in Savannah’s popular after school art classes for ages 5 and older as well as their Portfolio Builders’ Class for older children.
Classes options include:
Mondays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Tuesdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Thursdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Both the General Art classes and Portfolio Builders class run each day at both times for your convenience. You pick the day and time that works best for you. OPEN ENROLLMENT!
Classes run in 5 week sessions for $200. All supplies included.
Check out Scribble Art Studio’s updated website here.
Open enrollment. Register today online at www.scribbleartstudio.com
Questions? Call Geoff at 202-379-5643
Scribble Art Studio
212 E. 37th St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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Monday, January 24th, 2022

U-pick daffodil season has started @ U-pick Daffodils farm in nearby Okatie, SC (near Bluffton).
The farm will be open Wed. Feb. 16 2022, 9AM-4PM.
Pick your own are 50 cents per stem. Pre-picks are $9 for 15 stems.
Parking is free.
Stay updated on the farm’s opening/closing updates via the U Pick Daffodil Web site. Or on Facebook here
UPDATE: Both main fields open THURSDAY, FRIDAY, and SATURDAY the 24th, 25th, and 26th of February. Hours are 9AM – 4PM.
UPickDaffodils.com is family owned and operated on what was once the family dairy farm. Chuck and Diane have planted several varieties of daffodils, not all of which bloom at the same time, according to their Web site.
UPickDaffodils
48 Calhoun Plantation Road
Okatie, SC 29909
843-368-1998
chuck@upickdaffodils.com
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Monday, January 24th, 2022

Toddler Tuesdays nature program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah
Toddler Tuesday is a program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program includes: singing, fingerplay, a story, an encounter with one of our animals, and a take-home craft.
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM and registration is required. There are a limited number of spaces so reserve early!
UPDATE: Cost for the program is $5 for children and $5 for adults.
Registration is made online, but the program fees will be paid at the front booth on the day of, and not in advance, so please, if you know you won’t make your reservation, please call and cancel so organizers can open the space for someone on the waitlist.
See the 2022 Toddler Tuesday Schedule and register online here.
All adults are asked to please wear a mask at all times when indoors.
Questions about the program? Call 912-395-1517, or email michelle.kelly@sccpss.com
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Monday, January 24th, 2022

Colonial Fair & Muster 2022
Explore Wormsloe State Historic Site in Savannah during this popular annual event as audiences of all ages enjoy special living-history programs and demonstrations in an historic outdoor setting. Experience life in Colonial Georgia during the 18th century with a military encampment, sutlers’ row, craft demonstrations, military demonstrations, and period music and dance. Food concessions will be available.
Free & open to the public
Colonial Faire & Muster
Sat. Feb 5, 2022, 9AM-4 PM)
Sun. Feb 6, 2022, 9AM-4PM)
Admission: Free admission.
Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Road
Savannah, GA 31406
912-353-3023
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Colonial Faire and Muster School Day
Fri. Feb 4, 2022, 9:30AM- 4 PM
Come and learn about early Georgia and Colonial Savannah at this annual Colonial Faire and Muster School Day. Experience the 18th century military encampment, military demonstrations, shopping in Sutler’s row, craft demonstrations, music, dancing, and more.
Groups of 15 or more paying in one transaction are eligible for a group rate. Call the Wormsloe office for details and reservations.
Admission: $2 – $10
Event Phone: 912-353-3023
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

FREE In-Person Georgia Day Parade 2022, Savannah
Bring your young kids to watch the Georgia Day Parade at 10:45AM Fri. Feb. 11, 2022 in downtown Savannah.
As part of the annual commemoration of the founding of the Georgia colony by James Edward Oglethorpe, a tradition dating back to the earliest years of the colony’s founding, students, local dignitaries, musicians, & costumed performers will march through Savannah’s historic squares.
The in-person event will take place 10:45AM Fri. Feb. 11, 2022, with students marching along Bull Street in Savannah, from Forsyth Park to City Hall.
Details here.
Free & open to the public.
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

Join Kindermusik Savannah Mondays at 4PM for a special music class just for 4-7 year olds. You’ll move, dance, play instruments, learn musical terms and notation, and enjoy music in a playful and encouraging small group environment. Text 912-432-5885 to set up your first free trial class, or visit at kindermusikwith88keys.com.
Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys, 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

In the Air! Teen Juggling Workshop @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Give your body and your mind a workout! In addition to being just plain fun, juggling builds hand-eye coordination, improves reflexes, spatial awareness, and concentration. Over the course of the two workshops, instructor Matthew Adams will walk students through the basic steps and rhythms of juggling, building confidence as well as athletic ability. This is your chance to learn a fun and rewarding hobby.
Mondays Feb. 7 & 14 2020, 5:30-7PM. This workshop is open to ages 12-16 and is $20 for both weeks of the workshop.
Register today online here.
Savannah Cultural Arts Center
201 Montgomery St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

Explore unconventional art with your little one at SCAD MOA’s Saturday Morning Story Time in Savannah @ 11AM this Sat. Feb. 5 2022. This week’s theme: enjoy exciting tales and fun activities as you learn about work by artist Patrick Dougherty. (Exhibit pictured) This event will take place outdoors. Plan and dress accordingly.
SCAD MOA Story Times are on the first Saturday of each month. Learn about work by a different artist each month.
Story Time is programmed for children ages 3 and up.
For more information, email Kristin Poitras, coordinator of museum visitation, at kpoitras@scad.edu.
Upcoming SCAD MOA Saturday storytimes:
Sat. Feb. 5, 11AM
Enjoy exciting tales and fun activities as you learn about work by artist Patrick Dougherty. This event will take place outdoors. Plan and dress accordingly.
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SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd.
Savannah, Ga
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

Seven-day FREE family passes available @ Live Oak Public Libraries for free admission to Jepson Center, Telfair Academy
Explore new exhibitions with FREE Telfair admission!
Check out a free seven-day family pass to the Jepson Center and Telfair Academy -both in Savannah- at Live Oak Public Libraries for up to eight people per visit.
This pass is only valid at the Jepson Center and Telfair Academy.
At 16 library locations across Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties, library card holders can now check out a seven-day family pass—usable for up to eight people per visit—that grants free admission to the Jepson Center for the Arts and the Telfair Academy in downtown Savannah. Each library location will have one pass available.
Both museums are open from 10AM-5PM seven days per week and house much of Telfair’s over 7,000-item permanent collection, as well as featured exhibitions, stunning architecture, and historical context. Upcoming exhibitions at the Jepson Center include Pulse: Chul-Hyun Ahn, (Jan. 13-Aug. 7), a series of interactive digital works by the Korean artist; Bruce Davidson: Face to Face (Feb. 4-May 1), a major career retrospective of the noted New York photographer; and Contemporary Spotlight: New Acquisitions from the Brandywine Workshop (Feb. 4-May 1), a selection of print work from leading Black artmakers including Emma Amos, Sonya Clark, Faith Ringgold, and Betye Saar.
In addition to visiting the Telfair Academy and the Jepson Center, Live Oak Public Libraries card holders can also check out free passes and obtain discounted tickets to state parks, museums, and other cultural centers across Georgia. Find details on those free passes here.
Super Museum Sunday
From noon to 4PM this Sun. Feb. 6, Telfair Museums also will offer free admission to all of its sites as part of Super Museum Sunday. This free day includes tours of the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters. Family activity kits will be offered at the Jepson Center, with investment provided by the City of Savannah, the Georgia Council for the Arts, and other sponsors.
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Saturday, January 22nd, 2022

Youth Art Classes 2022 @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah
Telfair Museums offers fee-based afterschool classes or workshops each fall and winter, plus daytime summer camps for children K–12. Afterschool classes for students have included drawing, portfolio builders, and videogame design.
All classes are located in the Jepson Center at 207 W. York Street in Savannah unless otherwise noted.
For questions, contact Studio Programs Manager Kip Bradley at 912-790-8823 or bradleyk@telfair.org.
Youth Portfolio Builder: Painting and Drawing
Ages 9–12 years
Mondays, 4:30–6PM, Jan. 24-Feb. 28
Members $115 | Non-members $135
This afternoon class is designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build a portfolio, and begin the process of developing good art-making habits. Students will focus on measurement, proportion, perspective, use of value, and color to create volume and space. Lessons and projects will work onsite and outdoor locations near the museum. All materials are provided.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
Youth Portfolio Builder: Painting and Drawing
Ages 12–16 years
Wednesdays, 4:30–6PM, Jan. 26–March 2
Members $115 | Non-members: $135
This afternoon class is designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build a portfolio, and begin the process of developing good art-making habits. Students will focus on measurement, proportion, perspective, use of value, and color to create volume and space. Lessons and projects will work onsite and outdoor locations near the museum. All materials are provided.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
Digital Photography Class
Ages 12–16
Thursdays, 4:30–6PM | Jan. 27 – March 3
Members $115 / non-members $135
Develop your young person’s skills as a photographer. All young people are artists. With that in mind, this class will approach photography as professionals do, studying the Elements of Art. Keeping a social distance, the camp will meet outside as much as possible as we explore our environment in Telfair Square and other nearby locations. Class will use DSLR digital cameras and learn about exposure, and a few historical methods involving film. Photography is fun and accessible to everyone.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
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Tuesday, January 18th, 2022

Learn, create, and have fun in this Savannah Cultural Arts Center 4-week art series prepared for home schooled students!
Each session will offer a different creative and educational activity to foster artistic expression.
For ages 6 to 12. Parents are encouraged to join in on the fun for free.
Mondays 11AM-Noon. Class dates are January 24 and 31, and February 12 and 28 2022.
Register today: savannahga.gov/artsclasses
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Monday, January 10th, 2022

Enjoy free access to SCAD MOA on Super Museum Sunday 2022, presented by the Georgia History Festival. Super Museum Sunday highlights the best of Savannah’s cultural offerings — all free of charge.
This year’s SCAD MOA Super Museum Sunday event includes a special screening of the SCAD-produced documentary A Thousand Miles and Counting, which explores the historic journey of William and Ellen Craft as they traversed the country — including the site where the museum now stands — in pursuit of freedom from enslavement. A mini workshop for school-aged children related to themes and ideas in the film also is presented.
Learn more here.
Free admission to SCAD MOA on Super Museum Sunday 2022
Sunday, Feb. 6
Noon- 4PM
@ SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd.
Savannah, 31401
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2022 Super Museum Sunday
Sun. Feb. 6, 2026
Georgia History Society
On Sun. Feb. 6, 2022, explore some museums and historic sites for FREE in person and online during a unique Super Museum Sunday experience. This is an annual free admission event.
Hours for Super Museum Sunday are noon– 4PM unless other times are noted.
Find participating museums & sites in Savannah here.
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Sunday, January 9th, 2022

Sign Language Classes @ Advanced Academics Academy, Pooler
You are invited to learn basic, everyday signs and the sign language alphabet @ a weekly Sign Language class @ Advanced Academics, Fridays in February 2021: Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, from 6-7PM. For ages 3rd grade to adult. Cost: $60/month.
Learn more here or call 912-248-2017.
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email: adv.aca.mail@gmail.com
912-348-2017
405 Hwy 80, Suite 104
Pooler, GA 31322
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Friday, January 7th, 2022

Outdoor nature programs @ Center for Wildlife Education, Statesboro
Have you taken your kids to the Center of Wildlife Education in Statesboro yet?
The center’s 3:30PM weekday 30-minute nature programs have new daily themes. Visit to see some interesting wildlife up close and personal. Then stay to tour the center, which includes birds of prey, reptile, discovery trails with wetland preserve & more.
Learn more here.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 9AM-4:45PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed to the public.
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Monday, January 3rd, 2022

Time to sign up your child for Scribble Art Studio in Savannah’s popular after school art classes for ages 5 and older as well as their Portfolio Builders’ Class for older children.
Classes start Jan. 3 2021 & run on:
Mondays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Tuesdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Thursdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Both the General Art classes and Portfolio Builders class run each day at both times for your convenience. You pick the day and time that works best for you. OPEN ENROLLMENT!
Classes run in 5 week sessions for $200. All supplies included.
Check out Scribble Art Studio’s updated website here.
Open enrollment. Register today online at www.scribbleartstudio.com
Questions? Call Geoff at 202-379-5643
Scribble Art Studio
212 E. 37th St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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Monday, January 3rd, 2022

Special Holiday Openings at Georgia State Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, and Savannah Children’s Museum
Georgia State Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, and Savannah Children’s Museum will have special openings on Mon. Jan. 17 2022. Georgia State Railroad Museum and Old Fort Jackson will be open from 9AM-4PM and Savannah Children’s Museum will be open from 9:30AM to 2:30PM.
Georgia State Railroad Museum will have daily tours and Site Tours by Train Friday through Monday. Train rides will be on the hour from 10AM-3PM.
Old Fort Jackson will have daily interpretation and cannon firings at 11AM and 2PM.
Savannah Children’s Museum will have ongoing activities throughout the day with interactive story time at 10:30AM and a bottle rocket launch at noon.
Georgia State Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, and Savannah Children’s Museum feature large, open-air spaces and employ enhanced sanitizing and distancing protocols.
Admissions information and online ticket sales are available online here.
Site Tours by Train @ Georgia State Railroad Museum are limited and boarding passes are issued on a first come, first served basis.
As always, Coastal Heritage Society Members receive FREE admission.
Find operating hours & more info here.
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Saturday, January 1st, 2022

Explore unconventional art with your little one at SCAD MOA’s Saturday Story Time.
Treat the little artist in your life to SCAD MOA Story Time on the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy exciting tales and fun activities as you learn about work by a different artist each month.
Story Time is programmed for children ages 3 and up.
For more information, email Kristin Poitras, coordinator of museum visitation, at kpoitras@scad.edu.
Upcoming SCAD MOA Saturday storytimes:
Sat. Feb. 5, 11AM
Enjoy exciting tales and fun activities as you learn about work by artist Patrick Dougherty. This event will take place outdoors. Plan and dress accordingly.
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SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd.
Savannah, Ga
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Saturday, January 1st, 2022

Kindermusik classes in Savannah
If your child shows interest in private lessons at an early age (4-7), then Kindermusik Savannah is the perfect fit for them!
Kindermusik takes the fun, movement and energy of Kindermusik and combine it with a small group instruction to instruments, note reading, rhythms and musical terms. When they graduate from Kindermusik, they will be ready for what most private teachers require- good listening skills, an attention span to match the length of the lesson, and an understanding of how all the instruments work.
Give them a solid foundation in music- enroll in Kindermusik’s Move and Groove class for 4-7 year olds today!
First trial is free. Text 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info.
Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.
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Friday, December 31st, 2021

Acting Classes for Kids @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Whether it’s your first time or you love theater, the Savannah Cultural Arts Center is inviting you to the stage! Classes begin next week, register today!
Audition Prep | Ages 12-16 | Saturdays, 11am-1pm
Students will learn the ins and outs of the professional audition process. From material selection and acting technique to resume creation and audition room etiquette, students will be prepared for auditions for community theatre, audition-based arts schools, school plays, and more!
4-Week Intensive
Improv Games | Ages 6-10 | Tuesdays, 5-6pm
Ignite creativity with this fun introduction to the stage! Improv games will be used to explore elements of theater, acting, and teamwork essential to every actor’s toolbox. In the last class, friends and family will be invited to attend a final showcase! This class is open to all levels.
8-Week Series.
Shakespeare Scene Study | Ages 12-14 | Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Jump into one of Shakespeare’s works in a rehearsal room setting. Beginning with reading and discussing the play, students will have the opportunity to select scenes and/or monologues to research, direct, and perform for a final showcase. This class prepares students for a professional rehearsal room in a fun and welcoming space, open to all levels of theater experience.
8-Week Series.
All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St. Reduced class fees are available for students on free and reduced lunch through the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System.
Register today online at savannahga.gov/artsclasses.
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