Old Fort Jackson, Savannah is open daily.
1 Fort Jackson Road, Savannah, 31404

For hours & admission costs, click here.

Special Program @ Old Fort Jackson Sat. April 4 & Sun. April 5

For almost 100 years, soldiers defended Savannah from invasion while stationed on Salter’s Island, the location of Fort Jackson. The strategic importance of this location was vividly illustrated during the American Revolutionary War and Fort James Jackson played a crucial role during the War of 1812 and the American Civil War. Throughout the weekend visitors will participate in a variety of hands on activities appropriate for all ages to learn about the daily life of the soldiers stationed at Fort Jackson. Such activities include marching, battle reenactments, heavy artillery drill, and musket and cannon demonstrations. Visitor will learn about the many individuals and units of the of the Revolutionary War , War of 1812, and Civil War that are part of the story of a Century of Sentries at Old Fort Jackson.

Coastal Heritage Society manages Old Fort Jackson, a historic fort located on the Savannah River three miles east of downtown Savannah, www.chsgeorgia.org/, Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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Savannah Children’s Museum School Year Hours:

Sunday: 11am-4pm
Monday*-Tuesday: Closed.
Wednesday through Saturday: 10am-4pm

*Special Holiday Opening: On Mondays that Savannah Chatham County Public Schools are not in session, Savannah Children’s Museum will be open 10am-4pm.

Come on out to learn and play with Savannah Children’s Museum. All programming subject to change. Details here. 

(Regular school year hours are Wednesdays-Sundays)

Fridays
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Hooray for History

Saturdays 
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Family Fitness
1 PM: Super Science
2 PM: Awesome Art

Sundays
Open 11 AM-4 PM
Noon: Creative Crafts
1 PM: Hooray for History
2 PM: Family Fitness

Wednesdays 
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Awesome Art

Thursdays
Open 10AM-4PM
11AM Story time
1PM Creative Crafts

Fridays
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Hooray for History

Program descriptions

Hooray for History: programming has been specifically designed to introduce basic historical information to young children in an age appropriate and FUN way. Generally appropriate for ages 3-8.
Family Fitness: brings the whole family together to learn about nutrition, health, and fitness in a fun and engaging way. This program is designed for children and adults to be participating together for maximum FUN and learning.
Creative Crafts : a fun program designed to allow children to create something special to take home using their imaginations and creativity. This program is generally appropriate for ages 3-12.
Story Time: (a classic read-aloud program for children of all ages. The books read during each story time will be chosen based on the ages of children participating)
Super Science (This is an experiment based science program that will introduce children to interesting science concepts through REALLY COOL investigations! This program is generally appropriate for ages 4-12.)
Awesome Art (This goes beyond crafts to teach about different medias, artists, and techniques in a child friendly way. This program is generally appropriate for ages 4-12.)

Stay connected with Savannah Children’s Museum by liking their Facebook page here.

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The 12th annual Gray’s Reef Ocean Festival comes to the Lucas Theatre in downtown Savannah for two nights this week and a full day of ocean-themed films this Saturday Jan. 17 for the entire family. Learn more here. 

Sat. Jan. 17 Film Festival schedule 

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Morning Children’s Session 11 AM-NOON Sat. Jan. 17

Introduction and Sanctuary Overview

A short introduction of the beauty and importance of your National Marine Sanctuaries; together we are making a difference for ourselves and our future generations.

Ain’t No Fish

A cheeky animated film featuring signing seals in the Arctic.

Papa Cloudy’s Restaurant

Chef Papa Cloudy makes a sustainable menu after learning about overfishing; includes a song sung by octopus songstress Octo!

The Coralax

Inspired by Dr. Suess’ The Lorax and created by a group of 7th graders, The Coralax communicates the need for reef protection to the young and the young at heart.

Winter: The Dolphin that Can

A baby dolphin caught in a crab trap rope is rescued and faces losing her tail, learning to swim without a tail, and then the miracle of swimming again with a new prosthetic tail. Personal accounts and stories are shared from children and a wounded soldier who found her to be a life-changing role model.
Click here to watch film trailer.

Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary

Diving beneath the surface into Gray’s Reef, researchers explore Georgia’s own National Marine Sanctuary to learn more about the beautiful living carpet of plants and animals that cover rocky ledges, others that live within nooks and crannies, and the fishes and turtles that are drawn to this live-bottom reef.

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Emerging Filmmakers Showcase 1:30-3:35 PM

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Saturday Afternoon Session 4-6:15 PM

Antarctica: On the Edge
Swains Island

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Saturday Evening Session 7-9:30 PM

Deep Sea Challenge
Q&A with John Bruno,
Deep Sea Challenge Expedition Film Director
Closing Reception on Stage at the Lucas Theatre: 9:30-11 pm

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Friday, Jan 16

7-8 PM
Introduction and Sanctuary Overview
A short introduction of the beauty and importance of your National Marine Sanctuaries; together we are making a difference for ourselves and our future generations.

Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary
Diving beneath the surface into Gray’s Reef, researchers explore Georgia’s own National Marine Sanctuary to learn more about the beautiful living carpet of plants and animals that cover rocky ledges, others that live within nooks and crannies, and the fishes and turtles that are drawn to this live-bottom reef.

Great White Shark
Great White Shark explores the great white’s place in our imaginations, in our fears, and in its role at the top of the oceanic food chain.

8-8:15 pm BREAK

8:15-10:15 pm

Sylvia Earle Introduction

Mission Blue
Mission Blue tells the story of world-renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle as she travels the globe on an urgent mission to shed light on the dire condition of Earth’s oceans.
Click here to watch film trailer.

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Tickets are on sale here
All ticket sales are donations to Gray’s Reef NMSF with the following amounts.
Friday evening: $5
Saturday morning children’s program only: $5
Saturday all films: $10
Saturday night reception: $15

The Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary Foundation supports the Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary, Georgia’s best kept SEAcret! They are a local chapter of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and are co-hosting the 12th annual Gray’s Reef Ocean Film Festival at The Lucas Theatre, that is expected to draw 2,000 coastal residents and ocean enthusiasts.

Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31401, http://lucastheatre.com/

Take part in the annual “I LOVE KINDERMUSIK” week with Kindermusik in Savannah.

Enjoy door prizes, coloring contests, a fun community outreach project and Kindermusik’s SHARE THE LOVE discount.

Here’s how the SHARE THE LOVE discount works: IF you are enrolled for weekly classes in Kindermusik in Savannah in February, then you are automatically eligible. All you have to do is find ONE new-to-Kindermusik family that wants to join you for March classes, and BOTH of you will get to “share” one enrollment.

If your friend is enrolled by Feb. 28, then BOTH of you pay only 1/2 price for the month of March. That’s right… two enrollments for the price of one in March only – you both get 4 weeks of classes, AND all of the March home materials, for the cost of only ONE enrollment. Join in February to be eligible for this LOVE-ly one-time deal.

New Musical Monthly Playdate for the month of January

The musical playdate will be Wed. Jan. 21, 10AM. The theme: “On the Road!” It’s open for ages 0-7. All participants receive an instrument/prop, 10 Kindermusik songs, and a BONUS gift at the end of class. Admission is $15. Siblings pay only $5. Enroll today, as spaces are limited.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.”

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397), www.88keysga.com then click on Kindermusik link. Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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The Ballet School in Savannah offers classes for every age from “Tippy Toes” thru Adults.

This spacious, elegant studio in Piccadilly Square on Savannah’s Southside also has the largest ADULT and BOYS Program in the area.

Registration for Winter 2015 classes is under way. The Ballet School specializes in Classical Ballet & Traditional Character Dance. Pilates Barre Fusion, Tap, Jazz are also offered. To register, call 912.925.0903 or email theballetschool@comcast.net . Learn more here.

“Mommy & Me”

NEW 8-week session beginning.  Receive 10% off when you bring a friend who registers. Details here. 
Tuesday, Jan. 13 – Mar. 3, 2015
This fills quickly, don’t miss out. To register, call 912.925.0903 or email theballetschool@comcast.net

Variety of classes

Early Dance classes (Ages 2-5). Details here. 
Young Dancer classes (Ages 6 and up). Details here. 
Summer Camps
Adult Dance and Fitness (All Experience Levels). Details here. 
Pre-Professional (Placement only). Details here. 

To see the various classes offered, click here.  To register, call 912.925.0903 or email theballetschool@comcast.net

Boys & Young Men Only Classes

The Ballet School in Savannah offers the largest boys’ program in Savannah including Ballet, Pilates Barre Fusion, Tap, Jazz, and Traditional Character Dance. To register, call 912.925.0903 or email theballetschool@comcast.net

The Ballet School, 10010 Abercorn Street, Suite 8, Piccadilly Square, Savannah, 31406 (912)925-0903, email theballetschool@comcast.net, www.theballetschoolsav.com  On Facebook here.  The Ballet School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

If you’ve been trying to sign your child up for music lessons at the popular Ms. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah, now’s your chance

Group parent-and-me classes are  offered at Ms. Amy’s School of Music 4 days a week for ages 18 month-4 years.

Private Piano, Saxophone, and Clarinet lessons with Ms. Ruth are also available.

See www.msamyschoolofmusic.com and email Ms. Amy at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com for more information!

Meet Ms. Ruth

Ruth Murphy has just moved down to Savannah from Massachusetts, where she taught private and small group lessons for 13 years, and performed in bands in various communities in the area. Her piano students of all ages developed their skills and explored the world of music that means so much to them.

Her band students in grades 3 through 12 learned the basics of playing their chosen instrument (clarinet, saxophone, trumpet or flute), but they also learned about playing in a school band or a small ensemble. Ms. Murphy is looking forward to continued sharing of her love of music in Savannah.

Connect with Ms. Amy’s School of Music on Facebook here. For more info, visit www.msamyschoolofmusic.com, email msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com , 912.659.0993, 1 ½ blocks from Daffin Park at 2421 Waters Ave. Ms. Amy’s School of Music is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Post-holiday blues? Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler has the solution. Their later winter schedule starts next week.

Help your kids stay warm and creative this winter by signing them up for some art.

Visit thescribbleartstudio.com for their full class schedule.

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

Savannah location: 212 E 37th St, Savannah, 31401

Pooler location: 115 Canal St, Pooler, GA 31322

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers 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

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The Jewel Conservatory Theatre in Rincon has open class registration happening now for winter theater classes. Classes start the week of January 12.

Register for winter theatre classes today.

Auditions are going on for Snow White for aspiring (or just curious) actors 18 and up. Auditions available by appointment.

Call 912-257-0671 or email jewelconservatorytheatre@gmail.com.

Stay connected with The Jewel Conservatory Theatre by liking it on Facebook here. 

The Jewel Conservatory Theatre,  226 Goshen Road, Building 500, Rincon, 31326 (912) 257-0671 email jewelconservatorytheatre@gmail.com,  www.jewelconservatory.com  The Jewel Conservatory Theatre is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

It’s not too late to join Kindermusik in Savannah classes with your child, as enrollment is ongoing and you can start up anytime!

First class is free for new visitors.

Babies meet Mondays at 9:20am for “Nature Walk” and toddlers meet Mondays at 10:15am for “How Do You Feel?”.

January Playdate

Join Kindermusik also for their musical monthly play date for January:  “On The Road!”.  Play date will be held on Wednesday, January 21st at 10:00am and is open for ages 0-7.  Enroll today as spaces are limited.

Call 88 Keys Piano at 912-988-KEYS (5397) or visit www.88keysga.com & click on the Kindermusik tab.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.”

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LEGO® Club

Think you’re a master LEGO® builder?

Join Live Oak Public Library’s LEGO® club to hone your skills. These meetings at various Live Oak Public library branches will include a themed LEGO® build where you can create your own masterpieces!

For ages 5 & older. FREE & open to the public.

March 2015 Club Schedule

Bull Street Library, 652-3630
Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Wednesday, March 18, 3 p.m.

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Wednesday, March 18, 4:30 p.m.

Garden City Library, 629-5070
Wednesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m.

Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, March 26, 4 p.m.

(Use of the LEGO® trademark does not imply the company’s endorsement of this program.)

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

Daddy and Me at the Library

This is a special 90-minute program for children 6 and younger and their dads or other male caregivers. Activities include songs, rhymes, stories, games, & playtime. Download the flyer.

Bull Street Library, 652-3630
Sunday, Jan. 4, 3:30 p.m.

Pooler Library, 748-0471
Monday, Jan. 5, 5:30 p.m.

Forest City Library, 238-0614
Thursday, Jan. 8, 6:30 p.m.

Islands Library, 897-6233
Saturday, Jan. 10, 11 a.m.

Rincon Library, 826-2222
Saturday, Jan. 10, 11 a.m.

Garden City Library, 629-5070
Saturday, Jan. 17, 10:30 a.m.

Port City Library, 964-8013
Thursday, Jan. 22, 4:30 p.m.

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

April Free Family Fun Night

April 10, 5:30-7:30pm

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

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

Bring a friend for this FREE night of fun! Light Picnic Dinner will be provided.

Family Fun Nights made possible in part by: The Bargain Box

(Normally the 1st Friday, the Sandbox moved to April 10th due to Good Friday Church Services at St Andrew by the Sea United Methodist Church and anticipated parking challenges)

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

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, On Facebook here. 18-A Pope Avenue, next to St. Andrew’s by the Sea United Methodist Church, Hilton Head Is., 29928 www.thesandbox.org The Sandbox Children’s Museum is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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Come and enjoy this annual family favorite at Savannah History Museum this January: Night at the Museum.

To begin this magical evening, guests will watch the 2006 blockbuster film, Night at the Museum, on the big screen in our historic theater.

After that, you’ll realize that the night has just begun as you watch Savannah History Museum come to life before your eyes.

For added entertainment, children will get to participate in ‘Official Night Guard Training’ and fun crafts.

Savannah Night at the Museum will be on January 24, 2015 beginning at 6:00pm and last until about 10:00pm at Savannah History Museum.

Check-in will begin at 6:00pm, and the movie will begin promptly at 6:30pm.

DUE TO VERY LIMITED SPACE, PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.

Click here to register now!

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Classical Conversations  supports homeschooling parents by cultivating the love of learning through a Christian worldview in fellowship with other families. Classical Conversations participants believe there are three keys to a great education: classical, Christian, and Community.

Classical Conversations  participants believe that every child is uniquely and wonderfully made and that parents can be the best teachers for their children. Through their Foundations (K4- 6th grade), Essentials (4th-6th grade), and Challenge (7th-12th grade) programs, Classical Conversations  supports parents and students along the journey of homeschooling.

Classical Conversations  would love to have you join them!

You’re invited to an information meeting about Classical Conversations and then an open house. There are various meeting times and locations all over the Coastal Georgia area.

If you have any questions, please contact Michele Stuchell at MStuchell@ClassicalConversations.com. For more information about CC, please visit www.ClassicalConversations.com.

Classical Conversations Information Meetings:

January 3, 10a-12p at Chick-Fil-A in Pooler; RSVP to Angela Theiss at angela722@hotmail.com

January 8, 7-9p Panera in Hinesville; RSVP to Rachel Jones at jonesfam1991@yahoo.com

January 9, 7-9p at Daisy’s in Springfield; RSVP to Sarah Eno at abisarahgail@yahoo.com

January 15, Hinesville; RSVP to Amanda Nielsen at amanda.lakewoodcc@gmail.com

January 15, Dunkin Donuts on Rt. 17, Savannah, 3-5p; RSVP to Michele Stuchell at MStuchell@ClassicalConversations.com

January 16, 4:30 to 6:30 at the Subway in Springfield (1441 Georgia 21, Springfield, GA 31329); RSVP to Jean Hayes at jmschoe25@gmail.com

Januray 19, Bookafe in Pooler, 2-4p; RSVP to Angela Theiss at angela722@hotmail.com

January 19, Ephesus Church in Rincon, 6:30-8:30p, RSVP to Toni Carroll at tc0223@outlook.com

Classical Conversations Open Houses

January 13, Pooler
Foundations and Essentials, RSVP to Angela Theiss at angela722@hotmail.com

January 19, Hinesville
Foundations and Essentials, RSVP to Amanda Nielsen at amanda.lakewoodcc@gmail.com
Challenge II, RSVP to Rachel Jones at jonesfam1991@yahoo.com

January 20, Richmond Hill
Foundations and Essentials, RSVP to Tonya Robinson at tonya@richmondhillcc.com

January 22, Rincon
Foundations, Essentials and Challenge A, B, I & III RSVP to RSVP to Toni Carroll at tc0223@outlook.com

January 27, Berwick
Foundations, Essentials, Challenge A, B, I, II, RSVP to Michele Stuchell at MStuchell@ClassicalConversations.com

Classical Conversations, www.ClassicalConversations.com, On Twitter here.  On Facebook here. Email

Georgia History Festival’s FREE Georgia Day Parade

10:30 AM February 18th, 2015

As part of the annual commemoration of the founding of the Georgia colony of February 12, 1733 by James Edward Oglethorpe, a tradition dating back to the earliest years of the colony’s founding, we invite you to join us as students, musicians, local dignitaries, and costumed historical figures march through Savannah’s historic squares during this beloved annual event. The 2015 Georgia Day Parade will be held on February 18th. Free and open to the public.

Browse the links below for additional information including teacher participation forms and photos and videos from last year’s parade.

Please note, the rain date for the parade is February 20.

Details here.

Kids Can Cook!
Tummy Time Foods in Savannah provides hands-on cooking and nutrition events for kids of all ages! Our signature Kids Cooking Parties are the tastiest way to learn and play! In addition to these deliciously amazing events, we also provide Birthday Cooking Parties, At-Home Cooking Parties, Cooking Classes, Cooking Camps and Family Nutrition Coaching.

Looking for a creative idea for your child’s birthday? Looking for a creative activity for your kids during winter break? Book your Kids Cooking Party today at www.tummytimefoods.com.

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Winter Break Cooking Parties
Are you looking for creative ideas to keep your children busy during winter break? Book a private Kids’ Cooking Party! Enjoy recipes from our “Winter Wonderland” menu. Ring in the New Year with a “Healthy Foodie” menu. Choose from one of our Signature At Home Cooking Party themes or create your own! All you have to do is provide the space and we’ll take care of the rest! Contact Adrienne Edge at 912.996.7120 or click here to book your Winter Break Kids’ Cooking Party today.

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Weekly Tiny Tots Play Dates
Tuesdays at 10-11am beginning January 13, 2015.
Join Tummy Time Foods for the most creative play date in town. Kids ages 5 and under will enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two seasonal food crafts—one to eat and one to keep. The cost is only $10 per child! Play Dates take place at the Tom Triplett Park Conference Room.

Advanced tickets are required and may be purchased individually or in a 4-session bundle by clicking here.

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Have the tastiest Birthday Party in town
Let Tummy Time Foods cook up some fun for your little chef’s big day. Choose the theme of your choice and select two of our signature recipes and Tummy Time Foods take care of the rest. To book your child’s Birthday Party, click here.

Birthday Cooking Parties are for kids ages 6 and up. Tiny Tots Birthday Parties (kids ages 5 and under) and Food Art Parties (for 10 or more children) are now available. Ask about adding on Tummy Time Foods’ signature Birthday Fruit Cake, made completely out of fruit.

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Tiny Tots Play Date in Savannah

Friday, January 16
10-11am
Savannah Children’s Museum
Calling all kids ages 5 and under for the most creative culinary experience in town. Come experience  Tummy Time Foods’ Tiny Tots Play Date at Savannah Children’s Museum on January 16th from 10am-11am. Kids will enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two delicious, seasonal food crafts– one to eat and one to keep! This month’s theme is “Frozen”! Space is limited and tickets are $10 per child. Click here to register. Contact Adrienne Edge with questions at adrienne@tummytimefoods.com. Advanced tickets are required.

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TTF Freezer Meal Club- Coming Soon

One day, two hours, eight meals and YOU! You’ve never done Monthly Freezer Meal Clubs like this. Tummy Time Foods provide the recipes, food, disposable bakeware… everything you need to leave with 8 ready-to-cook meals for the freezer, oven or crock pot!

This group will enjoy food, fun and fellowship while preparing the meals onsite! Participants will also assist in preparing an additional set of meals to donate to families participating in the organizations, “Mommy Has Breast Cancer” and “Mommy Is In Treatment”.

The TTF Freezer Meal Club meets every first Saturday (beginning Saturday, February 7) at 10am-12:30pm at the Savannah State Farmer’s Market.

The cost is only $75.00 per person for 8 meals. For more information, contact Adrienne Edge at info@tummytimefoods.com or 912.996.7120. Advanced tickets are required and are available here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freezer-meal-club-tickets-14823965881.

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Utopia, Ga. in Savannah invites your kids ages 10 & older to take part in a 4 Saturday sewing sessions in Savannah.

The class will meet on the following four Saturdays, 10AM-1PM:  Jan. 24, Feb. 21, March 21 & April 18 2015.

Students will learn a range of sewing and textile design techniques in the context of a small group project based social group setting.

For more information or to register, please email utopia.ga@gmail.com.

Utopia, Ga. in Savannah is proudly sponsored by Autism Speaks Regional Grant,

More info about Utopia here. 

Utopia, Ga. provides a range of unique skill development programs and in-home support services for families of children with and without diagnoses, such as ASD, SPD, ADD, ODD, LD, PDD-NOS, and other Behavioral and Developmental Issues. Utopia, 54 Rio Road, Savannah, 31419  www.utopiaga.us,  On Facebook here . Email utopia.ga@gmail.com. Tel: 912-224-0201 Utopia is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

At Old Fort Jackson in Savannah during the holidays, kids can pretend to be soldiers during the fort’s Century of Sentries program.

This exciting program Dec. 26-31 2014 focuses on the American Revolution, War of 1812 and Civil War. Learn what life was like for soldiers stationed at OFJ during these three wars. Special children’s activities that encourage children to get involved in re-enactments.

Where

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

Fri. Dec. 26-Wed. 31 2014

For hours & admission costs, click here.

Coastal Heritage Society manages Old Fort Jackson, a historic fort located on the Savannah River three miles east of downtown Savannah, www.chsgeorgia.org/, Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kids Can Cook!
Tummy Time Foods in Savannah provides hands-on cooking and nutrition events for kids of all ages! Our signature Kids Cooking Parties are the tastiest way to learn and play! In addition to these deliciously amazing events, we also provide Birthday Cooking Parties, At-Home Cooking Parties, Cooking Classes, Cooking Camps and Family Nutrition Coaching.

Looking for a creative idea for your child’s birthday? Looking for a creative activity for your kids during winter break? Book your Kids Cooking Party today at www.tummytimefoods.com.

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“Kids Can Cook”: Winter Kids’ Cooking Camp

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Winter Break Cooking Parties
Are you looking for creative ideas to keep your children busy during winter break? Book a private Kids’ Cooking Party! Enjoy recipes from our “Winter Wonderland” menu. Ring in the New Year with a “Healthy Foodie” menu. Choose from one of our Signature At Home Cooking Party themes or create your own! All you have to do is provide the space and we’ll take care of the rest! Contact Adrienne Edge at 912.996.7120 or click here to book your Winter Break Kids’ Cooking Party today.

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Weekly Tiny Tots Play Dates
Tuesdays at 10-11am beginning January 13, 2015.
Join Tummy Time Foods for the most creative play date in town. Kids ages 5 and under will enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two seasonal food crafts—one to eat and one to keep. The cost is only $10 per child! Play Dates take place at the Tom Triplett Park Conference Room.

Advanced tickets are required and may be purchased individually or in a 4-session bundle by clicking here.

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Have the tastiest Birthday Party in town
Let Tummy Time Foods cook up some fun for your little chef’s big day. Choose the theme of your choice and select two of our signature recipes and Tummy Time Foods take care of the rest. To book your child’s Birthday Party, click here.

Birthday Cooking Parties are for kids ages 6 and up. Tiny Tots Birthday Parties (kids ages 5 and under) and Food Art Parties (for 10 or more children) are now available. Ask about adding on Tummy Time Foods’ signature Birthday Fruit Cake, made completely out of fruit.

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Tiny Tots Play Date in Savannah

Friday, January 16
10-11am
Savannah Children’s Museum
Calling all kids ages 5 and under for the most creative culinary experience in town. Come experience  Tummy Time Foods’ Tiny Tots Play Date at Savannah Children’s Museum on January 16th from 10am-11am. Kids will enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two delicious, seasonal food crafts– one to eat and one to keep! This month’s theme is “Frozen”! Space is limited and tickets are $10 per child. Click here to register. Contact Adrienne Edge with questions at adrienne@tummytimefoods.com. Advanced tickets are required.

Tummy Time Foods, www.tummytimefoods.com, (912) 996-7120 email info@tummytimefoods.com On Facebook here.  Tummy Time Foods is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

When schools are on winter break, Savannah Children’s Museum will have special holiday hours,  weather permitting.

UPDATE: CLOSING INFORMATION: Savannah Children’s Museum will not open Monday December 22nd, due to inclement weather.

Come on out to learn and play with Savannah Children’s Museum. All programming subject to change.

(Regular school year hours are Wednesdays-Sundays)

Mon. Dec. 22 (Special Holiday Opening)
Open 10-4
11AM Family Fitness
1PM Super Science
2PM Awesome Art

Tues Dec. 23 (Special Holiday Opening)
Open 10AM-4PM
Noon: Creative Crafts
1PM: Hooray for History!
2PM: Family Fitness

Closed Dec. 24 & 25

Fri Dec. 26
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Hooray for History

Sat. Dec. 27
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Family Fitness
1 PM: Super Science
2 PM: Awesome Art

Sun. Dec. 28
Open 11 AM-4 PM
Noon: Creative Crafts
1 PM: Hooray for History
2 PM: Family Fitness

Mon. Dec. 29 (Special Holiday Opening)
Open 10AM-4PM
11AM: Family Fitness
1PM: Super Science
2PM Awesome Art

Tues. Dec. 30 (Special Holiday Opening)
Open 10AM-4PM
Noon: Creative Crafts
1PM: Hooray for History!
2PM: Family Fitness

Wed. Dec. 31
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Awesome Art

Closed Thurs. Jan. 1

Fri Jan. 2
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Story Time
1 PM: Hooray for History

Sat. Jan. 3
Open 10AM-4PM
11 AM: Family Fitness
1 PM: Super Science
2 PM: Awesome Art

Sun. Jan. 4
Open 11 AM-4 PM
Noon: Creative Crafts
1 PM: Hooray for History
2 PM: Family Fitness

Mon. Jan. 5 (Special Holiday Opening)
Open 10AM-4PM
11AM: Family Fitness
1PM: Super Science
2PM Awesome Art

Program descriptions

Hooray for History: programming has been specifically designed to introduce basic historical information to young children in an age appropriate and FUN way. Generally appropriate for ages 3-8.
Family Fitness: brings the whole family together to learn about nutrition, health, and fitness in a fun and engaging way. This program is designed for children and adults to be participating together for maximum FUN and learning.
Creative Crafts : a fun program designed to allow children to create something special to take home using their imaginations and creativity. This program is generally appropriate for ages 3-12.
Story Time: (a classic read-aloud program for children of all ages. The books read during each story time will be chosen based on the ages of children participating)
Super Science (This is an experiment based science program that will introduce children to interesting science concepts through REALLY COOL investigations! This program is generally appropriate for ages 4-12.)
Awesome Art (This goes beyond crafts to teach about different medias, artists, and techniques in a child friendly way. This program is generally appropriate for ages 4-12.)

Stay connected with Savannah Children’s Museum by liking their Facebook page here.

Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, 31401, (912) 651-4292, email info@savannahchildrensmuseum.org, www.savannahchildrensmuseum.org Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

PULSE Art + Technology Festival – January 21-25 2015 @ Telfair Museums in Savannah – celebrates inventive, interactive technology-based art

The annual festival invites visitors of all ages to see and learn for themselves how pioneering artists use progressive technology to create transformative electronic art. Open to the public. All PULSE events at Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center for the Arts are free of charge.

Pre-PULSE workshops run from January 16-18 and feature “how to’s” on making an electronic music toy and 3D Printing, along with a demonstration on interactive projection with guests offered the opportunity to try it themselves.

Workshops for youths and adults will provide introduction to technologies from the Oculus Rift virtual reality system to 3D printing, drones, and electronic music.

Guests of all ages can participate in a Free Family Day on Saturday, January 24 from 1-4 pm. Free Family Day will highlight “do-it-yourself” technology projects from the Savannah area.

PULSE offers offsite workshops and programs by local partners including Armstrong Atlantic State University. Workshop participants are able to take advantage of university-grade lab facilities that will enhance their PULSE experience.

Most PULSE programs are free thanks to the City of Savannah and Hargray Communications.

PULSE Schedule:

Please note schedule is subject to change.
Visit www.telfair.org for most up-to-date schedule.

PULSE Opening Lecture by Video Sculptor Katja Loher and Reception
Wednesday, January 21, 6 pm / Jepson Center
DJ and cash bar following lecture

Artist Panel for Students, featuring Katja Loher and Purring Tiger (Aaron Sherwood and Kiori Kawai)
Thursday, January 22, 11 am / Jepson Center

Lecture and Dance Performance by Purring Tiger (Aaron Sherwood and Kiori Kawai)
Thursday, January 22, 6 pm / Jepson Center

Performance by the Medeology Collective
Thursday, January 22, 7 pm / Jepson Center

Artist Panel for Students Featuring PULSE Artists
Friday, January 23, 11 am / Jepson Center

Performance by Miwa Matreyek and Outdoor Projections by Switzon Wigfall III
Friday, January 23, 6pm / Telfair Academy
Ticketed event: $5 general admission

PULSE Offsite Event: Technology Projects
Friday, January 23, 7:30 pm / Non-Fiction Gallery, 1522 Bull Street

Children’s Workshop: Artbots! by the Hatch
Saturday, January 24, 10 am – 12 pm / Location TBA
Pre-registration required, please call 912.790.8823 or visit Telfair.org/pulse/classes

PULSE Free Family Day
Saturday, January 24, 1-4 pm / Jepson Center
Admission is free, thanks to project funding from the City of Savannah and Georgia Power Foundation, Inc.
Miwa Matreyek Matinee Performance, 3 pm / Telfair Academy
Come to the largest event of the festival for an all-ages celebration of cool tech projects by local and national artists and makers! Children can make small robots and enjoy activities in the museum studios. Local artists, including young makers from Savannah’s STEM Academy, will demonstrate projects. STEM Academy instructor Amanda Fox will lead a “Green Screen Improv” activity for young people. At 3 pm, everyone can go next door to the Telfair Academy for a special matinee performance by Miwa Matreyek that blends live action and animation.

GIF Film Festival – presented by Art Rise Savannah, and Performance by the Medeology Collective
Saturday, January 24, 6 pm / Jepson Center

Curator’s Tour
Sunday, January 25, 1 pm / Jepson Center
Pre-registration required, please call 912.790.8823 or visit Telfair.org/pulse/classes

General Information on Telfair Museums:

Tickets:
For a fee of $20, visitors may purchase a triple-site pass that expires a week after purchase and gives one-time entry to the Jepson Center, the Telfair Academy, and the Owens-Thomas House. Group tours are available for groups of 10 or more.

Military – active, reserve, and veterans – and their families are invited to Telfair Museums free of charge through November 10, 2015, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Fifth Third Bank (Georgia).

Museum Hours:
Sunday and Monday 12-5 pm, Tuesday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm.

For more information, call 912.790.8800 or visit www.telfair.org.

Jepson Center – 207 W. York Street, on Telfair Square
Telfair Academy – 121 Barnard Street, on Telfair Square
Owens-Thomas House – 124 Abercorn Street, on Oglethorpe Square

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If you are new to the Savannah area or are a new parent, then you need to check out Toddler Tuesdays, a fun weekly program that celebrates nature @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410.

At Toddler Tuesday, children & their parents/caretakers experience nature through themed activities including live animal encounters, wildlife nature walks, storytelling, songs, interactive finger-play & crafts.

Oatland’s naturalist Michelle Kelly leads these exciting & educational sessions.

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

Admission rates & driving directions here.

Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife Center.
Programs are at 10 AM & 11 AM on Tuesdays each week . Pre-registration required before 4 PM Monday prior. Call 395-1517 or register online by clicking here. 

Toddler Tuesday Program Fees for 2015:
General: $5 per child $5 per adult
Friends of Oatland Members: $5 per child, up to 2 adults FREE!

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

TODDLER TUESDAY THEMES

October 6 Bats eat bugs—They don’t eat people. October is International Bat Month! We will study bats at this Toddler Tuesday and dispel some myths and learn to appreciate these nocturnal aerial acrobatists.

October 13 Who’s Awake?—If Wahoohoo is not awake, then we will wake her up to come to her annual autumnal Toddler Tuesday debut. Owl breeding season has arrived and we want to make sure you can tell Who is hooting in your back yard.

October 20 No Toddler Tuesday because organizers will by busy preparing the center for our annual kid festival fundraiser: the Halloween Hike. Do not miss this good time on both Friday, October 23rd and Saturday, October 24th from 5-8pm.

October 27 Trick or Treat—It is Halloween so we are going to hand out sweets to our animals and find out who at Oatland has a sweet tooth. Bring your strollers because we will be sharing some treats with our barn animals.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center Wildlife, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410 (912) 395-1212 Driving directions here.

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Utopia, Ga. in Savannah invites your kids ages 10 & older to take part in an 8-week session Video Game Design class in Savannah.

The class will meet every other Saturday, 10AM-1PM starting Jan. 17 2015.

Students will learn a range of computer game design skills.

For more information or to register, please email utopia.ga@gmail.com.

Utopia, Ga. in Savannah is proudly sponsored by Autism Speaks Regional Grant,

More info about Utopia here. 

Utopia, Ga. provides a range of unique skill development programs and in-home support services for families of children with and without diagnoses, such as ASD, SPD, ADD, ODD, LD, PDD-NOS, and other Behavioral and Developmental Issues. Utopia, 54 Rio Road, Savannah, 31419  www.utopiaga.us,  On Facebook here . Email utopia.ga@gmail.com. Tel: 912-224-0201 Utopia is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

The Home Depot Kids Workshop is a free class for kids held the 1st Saturday of every month at The Home Depot stores between 9 AM-Noon. More info here.

When a child goes to the Home Depot Kids Workshop, they’ll get a free project kit they can complete and take home during they workshop. They’ll also get a free kid sized orange apron and an achievement pin for a job well done.

The Home Depot Kids Workshop is similar to the Lowe’s free Build and Grow Clinics for kids held on weekends at Lowe’s stores. For info on the Lowe’s Build and Grow free workshops, click here.

Home Depot Kids Workshop Schedule Sept. 5 2015
Learn how to make a Football Toss Game. Register here. 

• Offered the 1st Saturday at all The Home Depot stores between 9AM- Noon. Please do not arrive before 9AM
• Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment.
• All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin.
• One workshop kit, apron and pin per child, while supplies last.
• Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin.
• Kids Workshop activities are scheduled on a first come/first served basis.
• Thank you for registering online to help organizers better plan our craft kit quantities needed. Register here. 

The free kids’ workshops are available at Home Depot stores in Savannah, East Savannah, Hilton Head Is/Bluffton, & Pooler. More info here.