Have Michael Phelps & Katie Ledecky’s Olympic 2016 performances inspired your kids to get serious about swimming?

We told you here about the fun but competitive swim teams offered during summer. But more options are available year-round.

Below are year-round Savannah swim teams with registrations open for Fall 2016 & beyond.

GCAT (Georgia Coastal Aquatic Team) Swim Team
Practices @ the Chatham Co. Aquatic Center in Savannah
GCAT is a competitive year round swim team for ages 5-18.
Head Coach Bill Forrester, Olympic Bronze Medalist, leads a group of experienced coaches in training children to be great swimmers as well as disciplined, well mannered, inspired young people.
Starting Aug. 15 at 4PM, coaches will be on deck for any new swimmers who want to give GCAT a try for two weeks Monday through Friday.
Learn more here.

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JEA Junior Swim team
Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:15-6:15PM @ the Jewish Educational Alliance
4 sessions
Aug. 16- Oct. 6
Nov. 1- Dec. 22
Jan. 10-March 2
March 21-May 12

Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:15-6:15PM @ the Jewish Educational Alliance 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah. Each child that participates in all 4 sessions on junior swim will receive a 50% discount on summer swim team.

Contact: 912-355-8111 ext. 223

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Savannah Swim Team
Practices @ the Chatham Co. Aquatic Center in Savannah
Sign up for a free, two-week trial here.
Open registration is thru September 30.
Learn more here. 

Register your daughter for a program that aims to help increase her self esteem, joy, confidence and physical activity while making healthy life choices: Girls on the Run of Coastal Georgia.

Girls on the Run is an empowerment program for girls in grades 3 – 8 which weaves running with a character development curriculum that encourages preteen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles.

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Girls on the Run of Coastal Georgia after-school program
Aug. 29-Nov. 15 2016
GOTR 5K on Nov.12 in Savannah
Register online here or email or call b.aldrich@girlsontherun-ga.org 912.349.1528

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Girls on the Run of Coastal Georgia programs are delivered in the spring and fall each year at 50 different sites. Teams – each consisting of up to 20 girls – meet twice a week, usually right after school, for 90 minutes and are led by three trained coaches.

Lessons include subjects such as emotional health, values, cooperation, strategies for peer pressure, social media and bullying and standing up for oneself. The program finishes with a celebration event that includes a community 5k run/walk.

Girls on the Run of Coastal Georgia program will begin the week of Aug. 29 and run through November 15 following the Girls on the Run 5K on Nov. 12. Registration is currently open online or through paper registration forms available at the GOTR Office on Eisenhower Drive.

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Sign up to coach

GOTR is always looking for community volunteers to work with the girls. All volunteers will have background checks, CPR and AED Certification and first aid training at our expense. GOTR provides thorough training for all coaches covering the logistics of the program, general tips about coaching, and the program’s curriculum.

Register

You may register your girl or volunteer to coach through at www.girlsontherun-ga.org, email Director Beth Aldrich at b.aldrich@girlsontherun-ga.org or call the office at 912.349.1528 for more information.

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Register now for The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs Fall Visual Arts classes and Workshops.

Day and evening sessions are offered for children, teens and adults in all skill levels.  Classes begin September 12 and run through October 21. All classes and workshops are held at the Department of Cultural Affairs studios, located at 9 W. Henry St.

Four and six week classes are available, as well as weekend workshops.  Visual arts sessions include ceramics, metals, glass, printmaking and fibers.  New this session are Improv classes for youth and adults as well as Glass Beads and Jewelry, Printmaking Three Ways, Hand Embroidery, Mold Making, and Slipcasting.

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

Register

Class schedule and registration forms are available online at www.savannahga.gov/arts or by calling (912) 651-6783.

To see the complete list of adult & youth classes & workshops, click here. 

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Youth Classes & Workshops

Performance:
Improv for Kids (6 Weeks) NEW
Instructor: John Brennan
Ages 8-12
Tuesdays, September 13 – October 18, 3:30pm – 5:00pm
This six-week class introduces Savannah’s Improv Company (SiC) method to create improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. Students in “Intro to Improv” will participate in group games and exercises that help everyone remember how to play. The focus will be on having fun and learning how to start an improv scene. As a bonus, you’ll get to perform for friends and family during a recital after the six-week course concludes.
$75/$70 city residents

Fibers
Hand Embroidery (6 Weeks) NEW
Instructor: Mary Bass
Ages 12+
Tuesdays, September 13 – October 18, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Join this class and explore the art of hand embroidery! All levels welcome to participate. This course will cover the fundamentals of hand embroidery, a variety of techniques and different stiches. Students will learn the basics of embroidery and decorate an item of their choice.
$90/$85 city residents

Hand Weaving (6 Weeks) NEW
Instructor: Mary Bass
Ages 12+
Wednesdays, September 14 – October 19, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Learn to hand weave from start to finish! Students will learn how to create their own weaving board and will work with a variety of fiber materials. The course will cover basic hand weaving techniques on a cardboard loom and students to create a small bag, a stuffed animal, or a decorative pillow.
$90/$85 city residents

Ceramics
Children’s Clay (6 Weeks)
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 8-12
Tuesdays, September 13 – October 18, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
This introductory clay class will teach young students the fundamentals of hand building and sculpture. Students will work with coils and slabs and a variety of glazes.
$55/50 city residents

Teen Wheel (6 Weeks)
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 13+
Thursdays, September 15 – October 20, 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Welcome all potential teen potters! During this six-week course, we will explore the potter’s wheel as well as hand building and sculpture techniques.
$85/$80 city residents.

To see the complete list of adult & youth classes & workshops, click here. 

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

You’ve trusted your babies’ and toddlers’ early musical education to Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys Piano for over 15 years.

Now Kindermusik Savannah is proud to continue your child’s learning by offering private music lessons for ages 6+ on piano, violin, viola, cello and harp.

Lessons begin in September for the new school year.

All lessons to be held at the Kindermusik music studio in Bloomingdale.

For more information, or to reserve a space in our music studio before the fall, visit www.88keysga.com or call 912.988.KEYS today.

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If your child plays a musical instrument and is interested in playing with a youth ensemble or orchestra, then check out The Armstrong Youth Orchestra.

Various levels available from beginners to advanced players.

Beginners should be at least a rising second grader or age 7 by September 1, 2016.

Learn more here.

Auditions for the Armstrong Youth Orchestra’s 2016-17 program are Sat. Aug. 27 2016 in the ASU Fine Arts Building
11935 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA 31409

To schedule an audition, please contact email: savaayo@yahoo.com

The youth orchestra program features 5 student ensembles:
Debut Strings Ensemble (DSE)
Serenade Strings Ensemble (SSE)
Lyric Youth Orchestra (LYO)
Repertory Youth Orchestra (RYO)
Armstrong Symphony Orchestra (ASO)

For audition requirements, click on the link:

• Strings
• Woodwinds
• Brass
• Percussion

To schedule an audition, please contact email: savaayo@yahoo.com

Membership dues: $150 per semester. Please inquire about family discounts and scholarship information.

The Armstrong Youth Orchestra on Facebook here.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah is offering a colorful array of art classes for kids this Fall 2016.

Classes start Sept. 7.

Classes include a Home School art class, Mommy & Me art, Comics & Cartooning, Sewing class, Drawing 101, Portfolio Prep, Watercolor Basics & more.

To register, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

212 E 37th St, Savannah, 31401

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah also offers open studio hours, private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. For gifts, Scribble as art kits & gift certificates. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Ms. Amy’s School of Music is excited to announce its new location!

They are now at 2305 Habersham St. in Savannah. This move has allowed more space, more teachers and additional lesson times available.

There are a handful of lesson times available with Ruth Murphy – piano, brass and woodwind. Jay Rudd – guitar, banjo, mandolin, beginner bass and ukulele. Stanley Walls – jazz trumpet.

To schedule at Ms. Amy’s school of music, please contact Ms. Amy at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com

Private & Group Art

Most exciting news is that Miss Mary has joined the team and is offering private and group art:

Miss Mary’s School of Art
Cultivating creativity and art appreciation.

Group Classes:

Parent and Me (Ages 3-4) Saturday 11:45 am, $15, 45 min.
Install an outlet for artistic expression and introduce how much FUN art is. Small projects and lessons that encourage a start in art.

The Fundamentals (Ages 5-8) Tuesday 9:30 am (Homeschool Group)/Wednesday 3:30 pm, $20, 1 hour
Explore all kinds of neat materials and learn about the artist’s toolbox. Presenting a collaborative environment with the goal to establish a foundation of basic skills for each artist.

Next Level Fundamentals (Ages 9-13) Tuesday 10:45 am (Homeschool Group)/Wednesday 4:45 pm, $20, 1 hour
Reinforce the essentials and add additional tools to the skill set. Artists are given extra room for creativity and are encouraged to keep a sketchbook to review in class.

Individual Classes:
Savannah Arts Portfolio Prep/College Portfolio Prep
Available Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday, $30, 1 hour
Work towards a cohesive portfolio with a clear focus on unique artistic strengths. Set goals, determine the tactics and learn how to present your best self.

Private Lessons (Ages 3-18), Available Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday, $30, 1 hour
Classes are gauged upon skill level and tailored to fit each artist. Students are taught new techniques to enhance and expand their artistic horizons.

To schedule with Miss Mary or for more information, please email missmarysartschool@gmail.com.

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Attention homeschool families: Tickets are available for Musical Explorers music education concerts the week of May 2 @ the Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah.

This program involves more than 9,000 K-2 students experiencing the music of Mali and Ireland, in addition to classic country music.

Concerts take place at 10:15AM & 12:15PM Monday-Friday May 2-6.

These are all homeschool friendly events, but attendance needs to be arranged in advance by contacting education@savannahmusicfestival.org.

About Musical Explorers

Originally designed by Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI) as a music education program that provides historical, cultural and geographical knowledge about the various communities of New York’s five boroughs, SMF’s Musical Explorers was adapted in partnership with WMI to apply similar lessons and learning practices to the Georgia coast and South Carolina Lowcountry.

In advance of each semester, trainings for local teachers are provided to give an overview of the curriculum, introducing vocal warm-up exercises, musical vocabulary and a variety of other basic musical concepts.

A 100-page teacher guide with accompanying student guides (including Georgia and South Carolina Standards/Common Core Capacities), videos and audio samples is distributed to each participating classroom annually, along with a complete web-based version for homeschoolers, parents and teachers using computers and interactive whiteboards.

Learn more here.

Summer 2016 Math Curriculum offerings @ Mathnasium in Savannah, Islands, Pooler, Bluffton

During summer, many students lose 2 to 2.5 months of the math
computational skills they learned during the school year.(Source: Washington Post)

Mathnasium’s fun summer programs are all about preventing summer learning loss and helping our students prepare for what lies ahead.

For some that means a solid review of previous material. Others benefit from previewing upcoming concepts. Most students will get some of both.

Set your own flexible schedule. Use 15 to 24 hours anytime to suit you, and drop in on the days you choose. Spread your visits through the summer, or complete in just a few weeks.

Mathnasium programs include :
 Cure for counting with fingers
 Jump start going into grades 1 through 5
 Master times tables
 Master fractions, decimals and percents
 Pre-algebra power math middle school review
 High school readiness – Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus
 SAT/ACT PREP

PLUS FREE GAME NIGHTS.

Locations

4 Convenient Locations

Mathnasium of Savannah Midtown
912-355-5678
(next to TJ MAXX)

Mathnasium of Savannah Islands 
912-898-3700
(Whitemarsh Isl next to Polka Dots)

Mathnasium of Pooler
912-330-0666
(next to Publix)

Mathnasium of Bluffton
843-815-6284
(near Publix off Buck Island Rd

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Yes there are art classes for toddlers & preschoolers in Savannah,

Thanks to Scribble Art Studio in Savannah, you can now start your young artist exploring and experimenting with art early.

Scribble presents “Experiment & Explore: Creative Learning for Little Ones” for ages 2 & older.

Classes will be 10-11AM Wednesdays April 13-May 4 2016.

Register here or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com or call 912-713-7376.

To learn more about Scribble’s summer camps, art classes & children’s birthdays in Savannah, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

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154th Anniversary of Siege of Fort Pulaski @  Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah
April 9-10 2016

Fee Information: Adults: $7
Children 15 & younger

See the schedule of events here.

Fort Pulaski National Monument
U.S. Highway 80, 15 miles east of Savannah
Near Tybee Island, Georgia

Unleash your creativity every day with art-making projects for all ages @drop-in studio @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center,

Drop-In Studio is offered daily 1-4PM @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Work at your own pace & comfort level through an array of art mediums. Each month features a special project. See the schedule below.

Perfect for all ages – even adults. Children 12 & younger now receive free admission to Jepson Center. Museum admission for adults is $20. (Admission includes a visit to each of Telfair Museums’ three sites: Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, Owen-Thomas House. Valid for one week.)

A studio-assistant is on-hand to answer questions & assist guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

August 2016: Printmaking Techniques 

Learn more here. 

JEPSON CENTER
207 W. York St. Savannah, 31401

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Art Start: Stroller and Toddler Tours
3rd Thursday of Every Month
10:30-11:30AM
$5 per child / adult members free / adult non-members $20

Start your day with art with our new and combined programs! Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the museum for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play and learn!

Register here.

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Free Family Days

1-4PM on one Saturday each month @ Telfair Museums, Savannah

Saturday, September 17
Tibetan Art
Jepson Center
In conjunction with a visit by the Tibetan Monks, Telfair will offer child-friendly introductions to the culture of Tibet. Learn the geography, try butter tea, make a meditation jar, and try your
hand at sand painting!

Saturday, October 8
A Look inside the Tsar’s Cabinet
Jepson Center
Celebrate Russian culture through the arts. Make your own paper Russian nesting dolls, fancy plastic picnic ware, and Faberge eggs. You can also hear a live performance of Russian music.

Saturday, November 12
Telfair Art Fair
Jepson Center & Telfair Square
Take time to enjoy the annual Telfair Art Fair, explore Telfair’s modern art collection, and apply a bit of your own creativity both inside and outside the museum!

Saturday, December 10
I Have Marks to Make
Jepson Center
Join us for our annual exhibition, I Have Marks to Make and enjoy hands-on activities at this opening celebration and festival. Learn about artistic empowerment, and activate your senses by creating art with different materials.

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Admission

Adult: $20
Senior (65+): $18
Military (w/ military ID): $18
Student (ages 13-30 w/ ID): $15
Child (ages 12 & under): FREE

Admission includes a visit to each of Telfair Museums’ three sites: Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, Owen-Thomas House. Valid for one week.

Jepson Hours
Sunday – 12-5pm
Monday – 12-5pm
Tuesday – 10am-5pm
Wednesday – 10am-5pm
Thursday – 10am-5pm
Friday – 10am-5pm
Saturday – 10am-5pm

Follow Telfair Museums on Facebook here. 

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During March, get your kids to Pooler’s new art studio –   Everyone’s An Artist studio @ 115 Canal St. March happenings include
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After-School Spring 2016 Art Classes

New kids’ art classes begin Monday 3/21. Something for everyone from ages 2-17 including Mommy & Me class for ages 2-4; drawing & painting; advanced art for ages 11 & older; homeschool art for ages 5 & older.

See the class schedule above. Call ahead to register. 912-755-4567

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Kids’ Movie Night

Everyone’s An Artist studio offers regular Kids’ Movie Night where kids can enjoy a movie, art project & pizza while you enjoy a childfree night.

March Kids’ Movie Night
Sat.  March 19 6-9PM
Pizza, popcorn, movie & crafts. Ages 4+. Call to register: 912-755-4567

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Spring Break Art Camp 
March 14-18. Details here.
Cost per child: $175.
Ages 4+, and 8+. Register today! Call to register: 912-755-4567
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Special Needs Open Studio
Special Needs Open Studio
Sat. March 19. Siblings welcome!
All ages and abilities. Only $15 per art kit. Drop in between 1-4PM
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Everyone’s An Artist studio, 115 Canal St. Pooler, offers group & private art classes, birthday parties, kids’ movie nights, adult art parties & more. On Facebook here. Everyone’s An Artist studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

If your kids like LEGO® Bricks, they’ll LOVE this: Snapology of Savannah.

But shhh. Don’t tell them it’s educational.

Snapology of Savannah offers summer camps & after-school classes. We’ll tell you about both below.

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Summer Camps 2016
Registration opens in March
Locations will be Savannah Country Day School and The Bryan County Community Education Program in Richmond Hill.

ROBOTICS Camps
Inventors Club Robotics (ages 7+)
Snapoloy’s Space Wars Robotics (ages 7+)

COMPUTER PROGRAMING Camps
snAPP Video Game Design (ages 8+)

THEMED Camps (ages 5-10)
Lego® Star Wars
Minecraft®
Ninjas
Friends®

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2016 Summer Camps @ Savannah Country Day School

May 31-June 3
9:30am-12:30pm Star Wars®
1:30-4:30 Video Game Design

June 6- June 9
9:30-12:30 Space Wars Robotics
1:30-4:30 Inventors Robotics

June 13- June 16
9:30-12:30 Minecraft
1:30-4:30 Inventors Robotics

*To register for the camps listed above and for camp descriptions and more information please go to the
Savannah Country Day School website here and click on the Summer Programs tab. Registration forms can be found on the website. Registration opens in March.

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2016 Summer Camps Bryan Co. Community Education Program, Richmond Hill

June 20-June 23
9AM-Noon Video Game Design
1-4PM Ninjas

June 27-June 30
9AM-Noon Minecraft®
1-4PM Space Wars Robotics

July 11-July 14
9-Noon Star Wars®
1-4PM Inventors WeDo Robotics

July 18-July 21
9AM-Noon Minecraft®
1-4PM Lego® Friends

*To register for the Bryan Co. Community Ed camps and for camp descriptions and more information please stop by 120 Constitution Way Richmond Hill or call 912-459-5116.

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After-School Snapology Classes continue through May at:

-Bryan Country Community Education Program in Richmond Hill (120 Constitution Way, Richmond Hill phone number is 912-459-5116)
-Savannah Country Day School (see school website here for after school program information and registration forms)
-Savannah Christian Prep School (see school website here for after school program information and registration forms)
-St. Elizabeth’s Church Preschool (see Snapology of Savannah website here for more information or ask the child’s teacher for more information on Snapology classes at this school).

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Star Wars Adventures with LEGO class @ Savannah Christian Prep 

Attention Savannah Christian Preparatory School parents.

Registration is now open for the next session of Snapology after-school classes at your school.

Adventures with Lego STAR WARS will be offered at your school for 6 weeks, Mondays March 7- April 25 (skipping March 21-28), 2:45-3:45PM.

Registration forms and more information can be found on your school website by clicking here or on Lower School- Beyond the Day- After School Activity Programs.

Space is limited and classes fill up fast.

If you love STAR WARS, this is the class for you. Come participate in Star Wars themed activities using LEGO bricks and other interactive learning tools, build scenes from the movie, your favorite characters, space ships, light sabers, you name it.

May the force be with you. Come build and learn with Snapology of Savannah.

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Birthday Parties

Bring the LEGO® birthday party to you.

Snapology of Savannah‘s Birthday Party-To-Go is a LEGO® fanatic’s dream come true.

The children will spend 1 hour engaged in LEGO® building activities with Snapology of Savannah‘s party facilitator based on the theme of your choice. A large assortment of LEGO® bricks and baseplates will be available for children to use.

Choose from one of the popular themes & learn more here. 

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Loyalists & Liberty: A Revolutionary War Experience at Savannah History Museum & Battlefield Memorial Park.

The story of Savannah’s role in the American Revolution comes alive. This hands-on family-friendly experience starts in Savannah History Museum, where you will learn about Savannah at the time of the Revolution, conditions of a soldier in the American militia, and events leading up to the 1779 Battle of Savannah. The program concludes on Battlefield Memorial Park with musket firing demonstrations, while you join in our reenactment of the militia attack on this British fortification.

This special program offers visitors an in-depth understanding of the Revolutionary War in Savannah.

It includes a musket demonstration and a visitor reenactment on Battlefield Memorial Park.

Included with purchase of See 3 Pass and/or admission to Savannah History Museum.

Program is at 10:30AM, 12:30PM, and 2:30PM on Fridays & Saturdays in February 2016 and first weekends of March 2016.

Tours meet in the lobby behind the Visitor’s Center. (with the mural)

For more information, click here or call 912.651.6840 x 303.

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Tickets are now on sale for Old Fort Jackson’s annual Family Campover March 4-5 2016 in Savannah.

Spend the night in Georgia’s oldest brick fort. Children will train as soldiers from the American Revolution and participate in a reenactment of the 1778 Battle of Savannah. Adults will train as Civil War soldiers and learn the drill for the 12 lb. howitzer, the fort’s historic cannon, plus fire the weapon. Dinner, snacks and breakfast will be provided.

Preregistration and prepayment are required.

Click here to register. Registration is limited to 80 participants.

PRICING (Includes all activities and food):

Adults (Ages 16+) $65**
Children (Ages 4-15) $45

** Activities for adult participants (ages 16 and up) will include training with and firing historical black powder weaponry which is reflected in this pricing structure.

This event is NOT appropriate for children younger than 4 years of age.

This year’s registration and tent setup will begin at 5pm and dinner will be served at 6:15pm, followed by many fun and exciting military activities. The night will end with s’mores, historic songs and games.

The next morning campers will rise, pack up their gear, enjoy breakfast and participate in the event closing ceremonies. 

Each ticket purchased for “Old Fort Jackson Family Campover” will support Coastal Heritage Society’s mission and expand their educational and interactive programs at Old Fort Jackson.

Old Fort Jackson
1 Fort Jackson Road
Savannah, GA 31404
912.232.3945

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Georgia State Railroad Museum‘s Diesel Days begin Fri. Feb. 5 2016.

There will be site tours by Diesel Train at the following times through March 27:

Fridays and Saturdays @ 11AM 11:30AM, 1PM and 2PM
Sundays @ 1PM and 2PM

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Blacksmithing Demos

Get ready for Irons in the Fire 2016 a celebration of artist blacksmithing @ Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah.

On Sat. Feb. 27, the community is invited to attend an artisan blacksmithing demonstration from 10AM-4PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum. A dozen blacksmiths from the Southeast will showcase their craft and fabricating items for purchase in the blacksmith shop.

The expert metalsmith artists will create a variety of designs using just the old world tools of fire, anvil and hammer to make their masterpieces. Please note that while many of the items will be for purchase, most sales are cash only.

Cost

The day-long event is open for the cost of general admission at Georgia State Railroad Museum, $10 for adults and $6 for children ages 2 to 12 years old.

The entire Georgia State Railroad Museum site will be open for exploring, so visitors are encouraged to walk through the historic railcars, experience the handcar and go on a guided Site Tour by Train.

Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd, Savannah 31401, 912-651-6823, chsgeorgia.org/GSRM, Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Mix fun with education at A Century of Sentries- a kid-friendly, interactive historic re-enactment program happening Presidents’ Weekend of Feb 12-Feb 15 2016 at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah.

Old Fort Jackson played an important role in the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War.

Come learn about the history and more during the special “A Century of Sentries” program.

Explore the daily life of a soldier, while uncovering stories about the many individuals and units once stationed there.

Guests can participate in a variety of activities appropriate for all ages. Available activities include marching, battle reenactments, heavy artillery drill and musket and cannon demonstrations.

Learn more here. 

Old Fort Jackson
1 Fort Jackson Road
Savannah, GA 31404
912-232-3945

Admission:
$7 per adult
$4 per child (ages 2-12)
Ask about the Discount Combination Ticket

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Sunday: 9am-5pm

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Where can you learn about three centuries of diverse history in Savannah?

Coastal Heritage Society’s five sites are once again participating in Georgia History Festival’s Super Museum Sunday, on Sun. Feb. 7, 2016 from noon to 4 pm.

Georgia History Festival gives locals and visitors a chance to explore the state’s rich history through free programming at historic sites, house museums and art museums.

What: Georgia History Festival’s Super Museum Sunday

When/Where: Feb 7, noon to 4 pm at all five of CHS sites:
*Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd, Savannah, GA
*Old Fort Jackson, 1 Fort Jackson Rd, Savannah, GA
*Pin Point Heritage Museum, 9924 Pin Point Ave, Savannah, GA
*Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd, Savannah, GA
*Savannah History Museum, 303 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA

Cost: FREE!

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Join Savannah Children’s Museum starting Valentine’s Day for bi-weekly Sunday nutrition workshops, each focusing on different aspects of a healthy lifestyle.

The program will actively engage children pre-K and up with art, movement, and science, while focusing on nutrition education. The whole family is encouraged to attend and participate.

Naturally Sweet
Sun. Feb. 14 at 12PM and 2PM

Join Jesse Rosenblum, SCM’s resident nutrition expert, to learn about eating the rainbow, fruit as an alternative to candy, and the importance of healthy fats.

5 Senses
Sun. Feb. 28, 12PM and 2PM

Eating isn’t something we do with just our mouths. Every single one of our five senses influences how we eat and the foods we choose most often. Use the five senses while talking about the importance of a varied diet and trying things more than once. All of this along with songs, crafts, movement, story time and takeaways to help you eat healthfully at home.

Be sure to check out SCM’s Calendar for upcoming family nutrition programs.

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Presidents Day Hours

Savannah Children’s Museum will be open Monday Feb. 15, 10AM-4PM

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Daily Programs @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Everyday Savannah Children’s Museum offers enhanced programs and utilizes the museum to bring you and your families engaging opportunities to learn and experience Savannah Children’s Museum in unique ways. These programs are offered daily and are included in the purchase of your museum pass and always free for members.

Wednesdays through Saturdays:
10:30am Rockstar Reading
11:30am Awesome Art
12:30pm Family Fitness
1:30pm Super Science

Sundays:
11:30am Rockstar Reading
12:30pm Awesome Art
1:30pm Family Fitness
2:30pm Super Science

Did you know that Old Fort Jackson in Savannah has seen 100 years of military conflict? The location played an important role in the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War.

Come learn about the importance of the fort’s location during our special “A Century of Sentries” program over this upcoming MLK Jr. Day 3-day weekend 2016.

Explore the daily life of a soldier, while uncovering stories about the many individuals and units once stationed here.

Guests can participate in a variety of activities appropriate for all ages. Available activities include marching, battle reenactments, heavy artillery drill and musket and cannon demonstrations.

“A Century of Sentries” is FREE for members and the cost of regular admission for the general public. Click here to become a member & save big.

‘Chatham Days‘ buy one, get one free discount for locals applies until Jan. 31 @ Old Fort Jackson. Free for members.

When: Jan. 15-18, 2016  9AM-5PM

Where: Old Fort Jackson, 1 Fort Jackson Rd., Savannah, GA 31404

Cost: FREE for members; general admission is $7 for adults and $4 for children. Click here to become a member & save big.

Old Fort Jackson, 1 Fort Jackson Road, Savannah, GA 31404 (912.232.3945)

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Loyalists & Liberty: A Revolutionary War Experience at Savannah History Museum, Fri. Jan. 15- Mon. Jan. 18  2016.

The story of Savannah’s role in the American Revolution comes alive. This hands-on family-friendly experience starts in Savannah History Museum, where you will learn about Savannah at the time of the Revolution, conditions of a soldier in the American militia, and events leading up to the 1779 Battle of Savannah. The program concludes on Battlefield Memorial Park with musket firing demonstrations, while you join in our reenactment of the militia attack on this British fortification.

This experimental program is offered on select days including Jan. 15-18 2016 at 10:30AM, 12:30PM, and 2:30PM. For more information, click here or call 912.651.6840 x 303.

Savannah History Museum, 303 MLK Jr. Blvd. Savannah, 31401, www.chsgeorgia.org/SHM Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

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Diesel Train Rides at Georgia State Railroad Museum

What: Come for a site tour of Georgia State Railroad Museum and enjoy a special diesel train ride, showcasing our #119 locomotive, a 44 tonner center cab switch engine, which was built in 1947.

When/Where: Daily from Jan. 15-18 at Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401.

Cost: The price of general admission. Adult tickets are $10 and children’s tickets are $6 (for children 2 to 12 years of age.) Discounted train rides for members.

Learn more here. 

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