Toddler Tuesday is an Oatland Wildlife Center 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 will meet at the picnic pavilion and will include singing, finger play, a story, and a possible encounter with one of our furry, feathered or scaly residents.
Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes. Toddler Tuesday is weather dependent and in case of extreme weather and a cancellation is called for, attendees will be emailed at the address you registered your child with.
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM.
If you don’t see a new theme, don’t worry, the program runs all year except one week during 4th of July and over the winter holidays.
Fun nature programs happening in April 2025 @ Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah. Unless otherwise noted, programs are free. $5 for parking. An * indicates pre-registration is required. Call the Visitor Center at 912.598.2300 to register for programs with an asterisk *.
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Archery*: Saturday April 12 & 26, 9am-Noon. Hour-long slots available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range near the day use comfort station.
Coffee with a Ranger, 10AM Sunday April 27: Grab a cup of coffee and sit for a spell. Have a chat with our naturalist, who will be available at the fire ring behind the Visitor Center. This is your chance to discuss the history, flora, and fauna at Skidaway Island with one of our friendly, knowledgeable rangers. Coffee and tea available for sale in the gift shop; feel free to bring your own.
Backyard Birding, 9AM Saturday April 5: Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us.
Fungi Friday Hike, 10AM Friday April 11 & 2PM Friday April 25: Have you ever wondered how and why mushrooms grow the way they do? Join our interpretive ranger to learn more as we find and identify fungi on and near the trails. Be sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. 1-2 mile hike.
History with a Twist* 1-3PM Sat. April 19: It’s 2025 and we’re celebrating 50 years as a state park. Come learn about the history of the area and park while you create and tye-dye your own unique souvenir t-shirt. $20 per person. Sizes available: S, M, L, XL. Shirts are plain white with a special 50 year commemorative design printed in black. Supplies provided. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Meet on the sidewalk on the right side of the Visitor Center.
Marsh Underdog, 10AM & 2PM Fri. April 18: The Mighty Mummichog: Have you ever wondered about the minnows you see in the marsh? Their lives are more fascinating than you can imagine! Come learn about the strength and resilience of these incredible fish in the Interpretive Center.
Read with a Ranger, 10AM Tues. April 8 & Tues. April 22. Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center; program will be held outside in fair weather.
Roving Ranger, 6PM Thurs. April 10 & 24: A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more.
Spring Festival, 10AM-3PM Sunday, April 6: Celebrate the season as Skidaway Island State Park springs back to life! During our annual Spring Festival, local vendors will offer an array of environmentally-friendly products and services for you to shop while food trucks serve up their tasty treats!
Sleep-in Soth Hike, 11AM Sunday, April 13: Like to sleep in? No problem. Join us for an ambling one-mile ranger-led hike and learn about the incredible megafauna that once roamed the island. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead.
Snakes of Skidaway, 10AM Tues. April 29: Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: This month, we will feature one of the corn snakes and the eastern king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake!
Sunrise Hike, 6:30AM Sat. April 12: Watch the sun rise on a one-mile ranger-led hike. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead.
Wild Georgia Spring Break Sprint: It’s spring break and you’re invited to a series of programs designed to help you sprint to the finish! Earn a “Wild Georgia” prize* when you attend multiple Wild Georgia programs.If you attend two Wild Georgia Programs, you can receive a sticker of the Wild Georgia logo; attend four and you can receive a custom deck of playing cards, featuring protected species from the Georgia Wildlife Action Plan. To claim your prize, email a photo of your stamped bookmark to ParksRFun@dnr.ga.gov.
Wild Georgia Spring Break Sprint: Turtle-y Tuesday, 10AM Tues. April 1: Come learn about the turtles that live on Skidaway Island and the important roles they play in the ecosystem. Ambassador animals will be available to meet in the Interpretive Center. All ages welcome.
Wild Georgia Spring Break Sprint:Wingspan Wednesday, 1-3PM Wed. April 2: Wingspan enthusiasts unite! We will play a special version of the popular boardgame, Wingspan, with house rules developed based on bird species of greatest conservation need (SGCN) in our area. Learn about these local SGCN birds, including painted buntings, bald eagles and wood storks. Game recommended for ages 12+.
Wild Georgia Spring Break Sprint:Talkin’ Tree Hike, 10AM Thurs. April 3: Vegetation defines the landscape. Come learn about the trees living in the maritime forest. How do they contribute to the coastal ecosystem? Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead. All ages welcome.
Wild Georgia Spring Break Sprint:Friday Frog Hop*, 6PM Fri. April 4. Hop along the trails with us! We’ll be looking and listening for our amphibian neighbors. Are toads frogs? Do frogs sing? Join us to learn theses answers and more. Meet at the Visitor Center. All ages welcome. $5.
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You’re invited to the Soil Family Expo 2025, a family event designed to help fight food insecurity, at Savannah Children’s Museum, this Saturday April 5, 10am-1pm.
Featuring homesteading and gardening booths and programs; 360 photo booth; food trucks; giveaways; and more.
Included with museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
For more information and registration, visit SoilFamily.com
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Explore all things TRAINS in Kindermusik Savannah’s Saturday April 5 10AM playdate @ the Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.
Through fast-paced music and movement, we’ll be exploring the many sights, sounds, songs, and stories of the tracks. Grab your cutest little conductor and let’s hit the rails!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get…
A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home
A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes
The playdate is for children ages 0-7 & their caregivers.
It will be 10AM Saturday April 5 @ Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Studio; 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302
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Come for an afternoon of clay exploration and fun on Monday, March 31 2025, 2-5pm! Day of Clay is an annual event held at the Otis S. Cultural Arts Center (formerly called the Savannah Cultural Arts Center) that is free and for all ages.
The event features stations on the lawn with various activities such as wheel, hand building, family activities, and more with take home projects.
This year will feature a more accessible layout for those with mobility needs. All experience levels are welcome. Parents/guardians must accompany children ages 14 and under at all times. Come by any time between 2 and 5pm, no pre-registration required.
Weather reschedule date – Friday, April 4
This free event takes place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. Savannah
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Come to Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah for a day fun on Saturday March 22 2025 featuring two free puppet shows presented by Arbor Buddies, The Big Cheese Food Truck, Oatland’s Wildlife Leaders (O.W.L.s) providing education and more.
Arbor Buddies two free puppet shows will be @ 11:30am & 12:30pm. (Please note the time change of the second show).
Arbor Buddies Live is a fun and exciting journey about one hedgehog’s quest to learn about his favorite tree. Join him as he makes new friends, gains valuable knowledge and learns about honesty, courage, friendship and self-esteem. Along with the shows, The Big Cheese, grilled cheese food truck will be here from 12pm-2pm
Oatland’s Wildlife Leaders (O.W.L.’s) will also be showing off artifacts and their knowledge on some of Oatland’s animals. It is going to be a fun day for all ages!
Let’s spring into music! This April, Kindermusik with 88 Keys is offering a whole free month of weekly classes to one random winner!
Anyone may enter with a child aged 0-7 years! Limit of 1 child per family; only 1 entry permitted.
Winner must be available to attend on at least one of these days we offer classes. You choose the class of your choice and attend it once per week. Included in the prize is the digital online home materials that correspond with the month of classes. See the April 2025 class schedule here.
All classes will be held at our studio at 183 Deerfield Road West, Bloomingdale, GA 31302. Prize is for the month of April 2025 only, and cannot be redeemed for any other month.
One winner will be randomly drawn and notified by text and/or email on March 31st, 2025!
The annual family-friendly celebration @ Savannah Children’s Museum will be Saturday, April 26 from 10am-1pm.
This popular annual event features community partners, bug-themed crafts, activities, workshops eat-a-bug club, insect activities, and other creepy-crawly programming throughout the day.
Admission to Bug Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum, $12 for all guests 18 months and older.
This event is FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
Purchase Savannah Children’s Museum admission tickets here.
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Get ready to roar like a lion, stomp like an elephant, and flap your wings like a parrot: it’s time for a musical, whimsical Wild Animal Parade parade @ 10am Saturday, March 22 2025. ! All children have a natural love for animals and the wild, and when we combine that with the joy of making music, there’s no better way to let young imaginations soar!
This March 22 playdate in Bloomingdale is one your family definitely won’t want to miss!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get… – A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter – A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home – A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes
You can now pre-register online through Summit’s parent portal (located @ summitgymnasticsga.com) for $10 or in person price of $15 with cash or card acceptable for payment.
Questions? Email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com
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Farm Friday is a weekly program that happens at about 11:30AM Fridays @ Coastal Heritage Society’s Savannah Children’s Museum.
Visitors will have an opportunity to explore Frogtown Garden and learn from Savannah Children’s Museum Lead Educator Ms. Katrinka about a variety of fruits, vegetables, & herbs that are growing.
Be sure to ask for a sample of the Farm to Table snack of the day.
Summer 2025 Hours Update: Savannah Children’s Museum – Georgia’s only completely outdoors children’s museum – is open 9AM-2PM Monday-Saturday during summer school break, weather permitting. ____________________________
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Come celebrate the joy of reading @ Savannah Children’s Museum at this special springtime storytime @ 10:30am Friday, March 21 with popular librarian & children’s book author John Light from Live Oak Public Libraries Bull Street Library.
Registration is now open for Spring 2025 Performing Arts classes! Classes are for all experience levels and ages 2-14. View the list below and register at savannahga.gov/artsclasses!
Name Oatland Island Wildlife Center’s new 2-year-old jersey cow.
The contest costs $2 and all proceeds will go towards her care. The contest is open until March 10 2025. The staff will vote on their favorite and will announce the name the following week!
Touch a Truck provides a unique hands-on opportunity for kids to climb, explore, and interact with a variety of construction vehicles, emergency response units, farm equipment, and more.
This year’s event also coincides with the Coastal Georgia NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) chapter’s celebration of National Women in Construction Week (March 2-8), highlighting the important role women play in the industry.
Event Details: What: Touch a Truck – A Family-Friendly Interactive Truck Experience When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10 AM – 2 PM Where: Oglethorpe Mall, Savannah, GA Tickets: $25 per family up to 6 | $5 per single ticket | Kids 2 & younger – FREE Who: Open to families, children, and community members
The Jam UAC 1100 Eisenhower Drive Savannah, GA, 31406
Calling all parents and their tiny adventurers! Join us for Tiny Jam, our dedicated open playtime designed for little ones aged 3 months to 5 years old.
What to Expect: 2 hours of fun: Explore our safe and stimulating environment filled with soft play elements, age-appropriate toys, and engaging activities.
Bonding time: Strengthen your connection with your child through play and exploration.
Socialization: Watch your little one interact with other children and develop valuable social skills.
Parent community: Connect with fellow parents, share experiences, and build friendships.
Relaxing atmosphere: Bring your coffee, relax in our comfortable seating area, and enjoy watching your child thrive.
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You’re invited to Touch a Truck this Sat. Feb. 22 (Rain date is Sat. March 1) 2025, 10AM-2PM @ Pooler Recreation Complex, 200 Preston Stokes Dr. (Behind the YMCA in Pooler). There will be a reduced noise hour 10-11AM.
Family friendly event for all ages.
Touch A Truck will feature emergency vehicles, vehicles that support our community, bounce houses and more! Over approx. 45 activities.
Tickets: $5/person or $20 for a family pass (good for up to 6 members per household) Children 18 months and younger are free
Tickets cover everything inside the event except for the food trucks and the raffle.
Purchase tickets for the raffle at the event for $1.00.
Proceeds of the event benefit Buddies and Blessings, a 501c3 that supports individuals that are highschool age or older that are differently abled.
Title Sponsors: Chick-fil-A Pooler & Chick-fil-A Godley Station.
Come see why Kindermusik with 88 Keys is in its 23rd year of offering music and movement classes to the Coastal Empire’s newborns to 7 year olds! First trial is free.
