Join Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys Piano for brand new April themes.

Babies’ new theme is “Music Makes My Day,” and toddlers’ is “Family and Friends!”

Classes start Mon. April 4 2016.

If you’ve never been to a class, schedule a free trial today.

Kindermusik Savannah also is starting up a preschooler class and a family class soon. Email music@88keysga.com if you’re interested in these new classes.

For more info, call 912.988.KEYS or visit www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik.

Kindermusik…we’re so much more than just music.

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

Drop off your kids @ Everyone’s An Artist studio at 115 Canal St. in Pooler for an hour of fun arts & crafts during open studio drop-off hours for kids.

Kids can do supervised art work while you cross items off on your to-do list

Open Studio Saturday, April 2, 10AM-2PM. All ages welcome. $15 per art kit. Drop in. Call to register. 912-755-4567.

Weekday open studios

10AM-1PM Mon. March 28

10AM-1PM Tues. March 29

10AM-1PM Thurs. March 31

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Movie Night

Bring your kids to check it out this Sat. April 2, 6-9PM for Kids’ Movie & Craft Night. Your kids will enjoy crafts, movie, pizza & fun while you enjoy a childfree night out. Movie: The Peanuts Movie. Call to register. 912-755-4567

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Monster High

Register your child for Monster High Party Saturday May 7, 3-5PM @ Everyone’s An Artist art studio. Parents accompany pre-registered child. $25 per child. 3 Monster High activities include, jewelry making, canvas painting and mini coffin decorating. Call to register. 912-755-4567.

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Minecraft Party

Register your child for Minecraft Party Saturday May 14, 3-5PM Everyone’s An Artist art studio. Parents accompany pre-registered child. $25 per child. 3 Minecraft related arts and crafts, including necklaces or keychains, canvas painting and more. Call to register. 912-755-4567

Everyone’s An Artist studio, 115 Canal St. Pooler, offers group & private art classes, birthday parties, kids’ movie nights, adult art parties & more. 912-755-4567. On Facebook here. Everyone’s An Artist studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Clay Whistles & Balloon-Belly Birdhouse workshops are among the art workshops & classes offered by The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs during Spring 2016.

Registration is open for The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs Session 3 Visual Arts Classes & Workshops.

Registration Deadline:
Class registrations are due at noon, Thurs. April 14.
Workshop registrations due at noon the Thurs. before the workshop.

Day & evening sessions are offered for children, teens & adults in all skill levels. Sessions begin April 18 & run through May 13 2016.

Classes are @ the Department of Cultural Affairs studios, 9 W. Henry St. in Savannah.

Class fees include instruction, use of studio space, use of equipment & all materials, tools required. Space is limited. Advance registration is required.

For a full list of offerings, click here. Credit cards accepted.

Class schedule and registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

Session 3 Classes and Workshops
April 18 – May 13, 2016

Youth & Adult Wednesday Workshops
All workshops will be notified when work is ready to be picked up. It is usually within 7-10 days

Balloon-Belly Birdhouse: Parent and Child Clay
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 4+ with parent, Wednesday, April 20, 3:30-4:30pm
Come join us for a parent and child workshop! Let your imagination run wild and make a one of a kind balloon-belly birdhouse! Students will learn basic hand building, sculpting and decorating techniques.
$20/$15 city resident Registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

Clay Whistles
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 12+, Wednesday, April 27, 3:30-4:30pm
Make music from mud! Join us for a clay whistle workshop where we will be designing and constructing musical instruments utilizing basic hand building techniques and simple tools. A variety of finishing techniques will be discussed and your works will be fired.
$20/$15 city resident Registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

Ipot: Ceramic Speaker NEW
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 12+, Wednesday, May 4, 3:30-4:30pm
We will make a one of a kind ceramic sculpture speaker for your electronic device. Basic hand building and sculpting techniques will be used. If you can bring the device you wish to amplify, it would be helpful in your design process. Several finishing technics will be discussed.
$20/$15 city resident Registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

Sea Creature Sculpture: Parent and Child Clay NEW
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 4+ with parent, Wednesday, May 11, 3:30-4:30pm
Let’s make a sculpture! Sharks, seahorses, and silly fish are waiting to be made. We use basic hand building skills to sculpt our creatures. We will underglaze our sculptures with a variety of colors.
$20/$15 city resident Registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

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 

Have you taken your kids to The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. yet? Springtime is the time to do so. If coming from the Savannah area, make it a daytrip paired with other activities from our Things to Do With Kids on Hilton Head page.

Upcoming Events @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum

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FREE Family Night

May 6, 5:30-7:30PM (Last one til September!)
Made Possible by The Bargain Box
Free Admission to the museum, light refreshments, facepainting, Bounce House (weather permitting), arts and crafts and more.
Cookie decorating and a fun take home craft.
FREE!
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Imagination Hour

Thursdays 10:30-11:30AM

Story time followed by a related craft. Included in admission, sign up at front desk.

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Discover. Imagine.Grow. (DIG) School Readiness Program 

DIG is now being offered on Thursdays at the Hilton Head Head Library from 12:30-1:30PM through May 19, 2016 (no program Spring Break, April 14)
For children 3½-5 years of age
Registration is required. Stop by the children’s desk at the Library or call 843.255.6529 to reserve your space today.
Made Possible by The Long Cove Club Community Endowment Fund

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Sandbox at the Stables
Memorial Day Monday, May 30 2016
10AM-2PM

The 5th Annual Sandbox at The Stables Fundraiser at Lawton Stables in Sea Pines Resort activities (some free, some require activity tickets) scheduled include:
Craft projects
Inflatable water slides and bounce houses
Pony rides
Facepainting by Morgan’s Mommies Facepainting People
Family game and activities
Rock Climbing Wall and Bungee Jumping by Firehouse Nutz Extreme Events
Live remotes from SC103.1 and 104.9 The Surf
New This Year will be a raffle for (2) Roundtrip Airfare Tickets
and (4) One Day Hopper Disney World Tickets
(restrictions and blackout dates apply)

The Cowpoke Caper Parade is back again at High Noon. Come dressed as your favorite cowpoke and bring your cowpoke name – creativity is key! Free bandanas to the first 50 entries.

Hot dogs & burgers plus refreshments including snow cones and cotton candy, all available for purchase.

Admission

Admission: $5 per person; tickets for concessions and activities are $1 each. (Members:$5/person and you will receive $5 in concession tickets for each paid admission)
Plus $6 for pass for entrance into Sea Pines Resort

Guests will park at the Trolley Stop inside Sea Pines and ride the free trolley to Lawton Stables. The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Pope Avenue will be closed on Memorial Day.

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New grocery checkout exhibit 

Coming soon to the Sandbox: a brand new exhibit – The “Island Grocery Checkout”

In Island Grocery where everything is child-sized (even the grocery carts), children can explore an environment that mimics the real thing. Shelves will be filled with play food products that range from lemons to ketchup to cereal. Follow the food chain! The active process of shopping for food challenges young learners to develop & apply math skills including sorting, classifying, calculations & the use of money, as well as concepts related to health & nutrition.
Custom Built especially for The Sandbox by Science Kinetics.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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Museum Hours

Hours of Operation for April
Sunday: Closed
Monday-Saturday: 10AM-5PM

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 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

Join Savannah Children’s Museum for the Smart Start Nutrition Program series, each focusing on different aspects of a healthy lifestyle.

Free for members or with the cost of admission.

Spring Planting
Easter Sunday, March 27, at noon & 2pm UPDATE: POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL 3
It’s Spring and time to get that garden started at home! Join Jesse in the Frogtown Garden to learn about the life cycle of a seed. Each child will paint our own pot to plant one in. Each family can take their pot home and watch their seed grow into a beautiful plant*
*Supplies are limited and will be given away first come, first serve.

I Love My Veggies
Sunday, April 10, at noon & 2pm
Vegetables are awesome and something we should eat every day! Explore new colors, textures and tastes while learning why vegetables are so important to building strong, healthy bodies. You’ll finish things off with a veg-tastic treat and tips on how to get more into our daily meals.

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Open Mon. March 28

School’s out, what to do? Savannah Children’s Museum will be open Monday, March 28 2016.

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Admission

$7.50 per person (aged 18 mo. and older)
Ask about the discount combination ticket

Savannah Children’s Museum is a magical outdoor space located at Georgia State Railroad Museum in the old Central of Georgia Carpentry Shop. Expert educators create fun daily programming so children and families learn while they play.

You can purchase tickets at each of the museum’s gift shops or take advantage of the Discount Combination Ticket.

Email info@savannahchildrensmuseum.org with questions.

Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, GA 31401, chsgeorgia.org/SCM, 912.651.6823 Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

The hunt is over: find Kindermusik Savannah with your little one.

When your child finds THESE eggs, she’ll be finding something that will impact her for life! The joy, developmental benefits, social connections and magic found in giving her the gift of music will stay with her for a lifetime, and YOU can share this together with her each week in Kindermusik…the trusted name in early music education for over 35 years.

Join Kindermusik Savannah  with 88 KEYS PIANO for weekly classes or monthly playdates, and see why 99% of parents worldwide recommend Kindermusik to their friends.

Call 912.988.KEYS or email music@88keysga.com today.

Now enrolling for this week’s March playdates: “On the Road!” Playdate is open to ages newborn -7 years. All participants receive an instrument, 10 Kindermusik songs, and a bonus gift valued at $10.

Playdates to be held on Tues. March 22 & Sat. March 26 at 10am.

Sign up today at 88keysga.com or call 912-988-KEYS. Spaces are limited.

All classes are held at the 88 Keys Piano Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

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

Kindermusik Savannah announces: March playdate week with 88 KEYS PIANO!

Join Kindermusik next week for their exciting theme, “On the Road!”, where the mode of transportation is more fun than the destination and your child holds the key!

You can choose from Tuesday March 22 @ 10AM or Saturday March 26 @ 10AM.

Your child (ages 0-7) will receive an instrument, 10 songs, and a bonus gift valued at $10.

Cost is $15, and siblings pay only $5 each.

Sign up today at 88keysga.com or call 912-988-KEYS. Spaces are limited.

All classes are held at the 88 Keys Piano Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Call 88 Keys Piano to set up a free trial class with your child or email music@88keysga.com. www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

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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You & your child can get your hands dirty in a Piggy Pottery Saturday workshop in Savannah.

The Piggy Pottery workshop 10AM-1PM Sat. March 26 is one of several art workshops & classes offered by The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs.

Class will use basic hand building techniques to make unique sculptures for ages 12+ with a parent or 17+ without a parent.

Registration is open for The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs Session 2 Visual Arts Classes & Workshops.

Day & evening sessions are offered for children, teens & adults in all skill levels. Sessions run through April 9.

Classes are @ the Department of Cultural Affairs studios, 9 W. Henry St. in Savannah. Fees include instruction, use of studio space, use of equipment & all materials, tools required. Space is limited. Advance registration is required.

For a full list of offerings, click here. Credit cards accepted.

Class schedule and registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

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Session 2 Classes and Workshops
February 29 – April 9, 2016

Youth & Adult One and Two-Day Workshops

Weaving for Beginners NEW
Instructor: Mary Bass
Ages 12+ Wed.  March 16 & 23, 3:30-5:30pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in learning basic embroidery techniques. Students will learn how to create their own weaving board & will work with a variety of materials.
$25/$20 city resident. To register click here.

Enameling for Beginners NEW
Instructor: Jessica Anderson
Ages 12+, Thurs. March 24, 3:30-5:30 pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in enameling. Students will learn basic enameling techniques creating one of a kind jewelry.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Piggy Pottery Workshop NEW
Instructor: Dave Peterson
Ages 17+ (12+ with parent), Sat. March 26, 10-1pm
Join instructor Dave Peterson in the mud puddle & make your own pottery pig. Class will use basic hand building techniques to make unique sculptures.
$25/$20 city resident. To register click here.

Birds Nest Necklace NEW
Instructor: Jessica Anderson
Ages 12+ Thurs. March 31, 3:30-5:30pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in wire wrapping & beading. Students will learn basic wire wrapping techniques, creating a unique “birds nest” necklace.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Glass Quilt: Fused Glass
Instructor: Kristin Fulford
Ages 14+, Sat.  April 9, 10am-2pm
Join this fun, hands-on class, open to all levels from the beginner to those who want to learn more about various techniques in fused glass, culminating in a glass quilt. A glass kit with 4 sheets is included in cost, as well as scrap glass.
$40/$35 city resident. To register click here.

Learn more about all the above classes 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 

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. 

Fun changes are happening at Telfair Museums in Savannah.

Here’s a peek:
– Kids 12 & younger are now free!
– Instead of single site passes, it’s $20 for all three sites, which includes daily architectural tours at the Jepson Center & Mansion to Museum tours at the Telfair Academy.
– New at Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center – daily art activities in the drop-in studio from 1-4PM. The activities are not just for kids but for all ages including adults. APRIL: Art in Bloom: Make tissue paper flower crowns. Learn more here. 

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FREE Family Days @ Telfair Museums

Free Family Days are held one Saturday a month from 1-4PM @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center (unless otherwise noted). Attend five Free Family Days & receive a 20% discount on any Telfair art class. Come to 10 Free Family Days & win a free 3D printed mini-me sculpture.

Upcoming FREE Family Days

Sat. June 11
Juneteenth Festival
Jepson Center
Juneteenth is the oldest celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Free and open to the public, this annual festival features live performances and hands-on art activities for all ages, celebrating Savannah’s history and Gullah Geechee heritage. The festival begins with an interactive performance by Jamal Toure and other local storytellers, followed by demonstrations by traditional artists throughout the region. Children can experiment with crafts and try their hand at a variety of artmaking projects. A special highlight of the afternoon includes a live concert by reunited members of the Gospelaires, a legendary a cappella vocal group from Pin Point, offering a rare treat to the celebration.

Sat., July 9
Prints at the Telfair Academy
Telfair Museums has an incredible collection of prints, but they are not always on display. This Free Family Day gives you a chance to glimpse some of these amazing works in the historic Telfair Academy, featuring master artists such as Rembrandt and Whistler. You can also try your hand at different printmaking techniques to create masterpieces of your own!

JEPSON CENTER
207 W. York St.

TELFAIR ACADEMY
121 Barnard St.

OWENS-THOMAS HOUSE
124 Abercorn St.

Follow Telfair Museums on Facebook here. 

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Start your little one off with a fun and fruitful musical education.

Parent-and-child classes together with Kindermusik Savannah !

Brand new March themes!

It’s not too late to come for a free trial next week and join Kindermusik Savannah for March.

Babies’ theme is “Peas and Carrots,” and toddlers’ is “Pet Parade.”

Come for your COMPLETELY FREE trial class next Monday the 14th!

All classes are held at the 88 Keys Piano Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Call 88 Keys Piano to set up a free trial class with your child or email music@88keysga.com. www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

As “The Cat in the Hat,” Reuben Haller (a musician, clown and former Cirque du Soleil performer) brings this classic book to life. The show, complete with Things 1 & 2, a grumpy fish, and a balancing birthday cake, involves children as participants from start to finish. Don’t miss this one! Ages 3 & up. Download the flyer.

Thunderbolt Library, 354-5864
March 8, 11:15 a.m.

Tybee Library, 786-7733
March 8, 1 p.m.

Garden City Library, 629-5070
March 9, 10:30 a.m.

Pooler Library, 748-0471
March 9, 4 p.m.

FOR MORE FREE LOCAL KIDS’ EVENTS, CLICK HERE.

Kindermusik Savannah announces brand new themes for March!

Babies ages newborn to 2 begin “Peas and Carrots” Mondays at 9:20am, while toddlers 2+ will explore “Pet Parade! Mondays at 10:15am.

Also starting soon: Monday afternoon classes for older children (4.5-7), and a Monday early evening family class for everyone combined.

For more info. or to schedule a free trial class, call 912.988.KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com.

All classes are held at the 88 Keys Piano Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Call 88 Keys Piano to set up a free trial class with your child or email music@88keysga.com. www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

Have you been to The Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. lately?

Spring 2016 is a great time go as the Sandbox has a lot going on!

Located just off Pope Avenue on the south end of Hilton Head Island (about a 60 min. drive from Savannah), this interactive museum provides a unique place for educational play between children and their parents, grandparents or caregivers.

Little ones from ages infant to eight will be captivated by the fun filled play centers and engaging activities.

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Upcoming March Events

Save the Date for Easter EGGstravaganza: Sun. March 20, 2016, 2-5PM
EGGstra! EGGstra! Easter all about it!
Looking for an Easter event that’s more than just plastic eggs and candy?
Come out and play at an Easter EGGs-travaganza.
Join The Sandbox for a family-friendly event guaranteed to fill your Easter basket (feel free to bring your own, bags will be available)with fabulous and fun.

In addition to an outdoor (indoor if rain) Easter egg hunt (2:30PM and 4PM), there will be a bounce house (weather permitting), face painting, take-home arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, games inside and out, cookie decorating.

Space and activities will be limited in the event of inclement weather (coupons not valid for this special event)

Event admission: $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Military and senior discounts available.

Learn more here. 

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March 4, 5:30-7:30pm
Free Family Fun Night!
Made Possible by The Bargain Box
Free Admission to the museum, light refreshments, face-painting, Bounce House (weather permitting), arts and crafts and more. March is Pirate Night! Come dressed as a pirate & give your best “Ahoy Matey!”.
Scavenger hunt, eye patches and chocolate gold coins.
Back again, an edible Cupcake Cone Swords (for the first 75 children)!

Learn more here. 

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Thursdays, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Imagination Hour
Story time followed by a related craft. Included in admission. Sign up at front desk.

Learn more here. 

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Discover. Imagine.Grow. (DIG) School Readiness Program
Now being offered on Thursdays @ the Hilton Head Head Public Library 12:30PM-1:30PM
Through May 19, 2016 (no program Spring Break, April 14)
For children 3½-5 years of age
Registration required.
Stop by the children’s desk at the Library or call 843.255.6529 to reserve your space today.
Hilton Head Island Public Library
11 Beach City Rd
(Made possible by The Long Cove Club Community Endowment Fund)
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Coming Soon: A Brand New Exhibit The “Island Grocery Checkout”

In Island Grocery where everything is child-sized (even the grocery carts), children will be able to explore an environment that mimics the real thing.  Shelves will be filled with play food products that range from lemons to ketchup to cereal. Follow the food chain.

The active process of shopping for food challenges young learners to develop and apply math skills including sorting, classifying, calculations and the use of money, as well as concepts related to health and nutrition.

Custom Built especially for The Sandbox by Science Kinetics.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum hours

Tues-Sat: 10-5 September thru March, May
Monday:  Closed but open Mondays 10-5 April, June thru August
Sunday: Closed
18A Pope Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 842-7645
Daily rates & membership rates here. 

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 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

FOR MORE LOCAL PARENT & ME ACTIVITIES TO DO WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLER, CLICK HERE. 

You & your child can get your hands dirty in a Piggy Pottery workshop in Savannah.

The Piggy Pottery Saturday workshop 10AM-1PM March 26 is one of many art workshops & classes offered by The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs.

Class will use basic hand building techniques to make unique sculptures for ages 12+ with a parent or 17+ without a parent.

Registration is open for The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs Session 2 Visual Arts Classes & Workshops.

Day & evening sessions are offered for children, teens & adults in all skill levels. Sessions begin Feb. 29 & run through April 9.

Classes are @ the Department of Cultural Affairs studios, 9 W. Henry St. in Savannah.

New offerings include fiber techniques, jewelry design, ceramics, and advanced metalsmithing.

Interested in jewelry design? The Tassel Mala Necklace workshop is perfect.

Class fees include instruction, use of studio space, use of equipment & all materials, tools required. Space is limited. Advance registration is required.

For a full list of offerings, click here. Credit cards accepted.

Class schedule and registration forms are available online by clicking here or by calling (912) 651-6783. 

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Session 2 Classes and Workshops
February 29 – April 9, 2016

Youth & Adult One and Two-Day Workshops

Fairy Toad Houses: Parent and Child Clay NEW (UPDATE: This class is full)
Instructor: Crystal Travaille
Ages 4+ with parent, Sat. March 5, 10am-12pm
Spring is a perfect time to get your garden fairy toad house made. This parent & child workshop gives you the chance to dream up a perfect abode for your garden toad. Class will use basic hand building skills & incorporate unique textures for decoration. All houses can be under glazed with a variety of colors.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Tassel Mala Necklace NEW
Instructor: Jessica Anderson
Ages 12+, Thurs. March 10, 3:30-5:30 pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in jewelry design. Students will learn basic beading & tassel making.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Weaving for Beginners NEW
Instructor: Mary Bass
Ages 12+ Wed.  March 16 & 23, 3:30-5:30pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in learning basic embroidery techniques. Students will learn how to create their own weaving board & will work with a variety of materials.
$25/$20 city resident. To register click here.

Enameling for Beginners NEW
Instructor: Jessica Anderson
Ages 12+, Thurs. March 24, 3:30-5:30 pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in enameling. Students will learn basic enameling techniques creating one of a kind jewelry.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Piggy Pottery Workshop NEW
Instructor: Dave Peterson
Ages 17+ (12+ with parent), Sat. March 26, 10-1pm
Join instructor Dave Peterson in the mud puddle & make your own pottery pig. Class will use basic hand building techniques to make unique sculptures.
$25/$20 city resident. To register click here.

Birds Nest Necklace NEW
Instructor: Jessica Anderson
Ages 12+ Thurs. March 31, 3:30-5:30pm
Join this hands-on workshop open to all skill levels interested in wire wrapping & beading. Students will learn basic wire wrapping techniques, creating a unique “birds nest” necklace.
$20/$15 city resident. To register click here.

Glass Quilt: Fused Glass
Instructor: Kristin Fulford
Ages 14+, Sat.  April 9, 10am-2pm
Join this fun, hands-on class, open to all levels from the beginner to those who want to learn more about various techniques in fused glass, culminating in a glass quilt. A glass kit with 4 sheets is included in cost, as well as scrap glass.
$40/$35 city resident. To register click here.

Youth Classes

Teen Clay (6 Weeks)
Instructor: Clair Buckner
Ages 12+, Tuesday, March 1 – April 5, 3:30-4:45pm
Explore the potter’s wheel as well as hand building and sculpture.
$85/$80 city resident. To register click here.

Learn more about all the above classes 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 

Stroller Strong Moms of Savannah  is offering this no-more-excuses Groupon deal.

Choose Between Two Options
$20 for five outdoor stroller fitness classes ($40 value)
$30 for 10 outdoor stroller fitness classes ($70 value)

Click here to buy it or give it as a gift. (Limited time remaining)

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Stroller Strong Moms of Savannah has 11 classes a week in four different locations, M-F. During February 2016, class times are 10-11AM. Your first class is FREE!

Learn more here. 

Stroller Strong Moms’ seasoned instructors have a knack for finding your limits and pushing you past them.

Newcomers are welcome. First class is free.

Check the Stroller Strong Moms web site & Facebook page for updates, as this every growing group of moms are always adding classes and events.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com On Facebook here. On Twitter here, www.strollerstrongmoms.com/wp/  Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Start your little one in  Kindermusik Savannah  and experience the joy of watching them develop right before your eyes.

Parent and child classes for ages newborn to 7 develop your child musically through instruments and songs, physically through movement, socially in a small group setting and cognitively through age-appropriate activities at each stage.

Come join in and see why the name “Kindermusik” has been around for over 35 years and why 88 Keys Piano is now in its 15th year of teaching Kindermusik.

We’re more than just music…we’re a community!

Call 88 Keys Piano to set up a free trial class with your child or email music@88keysga.com. www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

Everyone’s favorite nanny will take the stage in the SCPS spring musical production of Mary Poppins March 4, 5 and 6 at Trustees Theater in Savannah.

To order tickets, click here. 

The Fine Arts Council at Savannah Christian Preparatory School proudly presents their 13^th annual Broadway musical, Mary Poppins.

Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers &  astonishing stagecraft.

The cast is comprised of 74 incredibly talented 3rd-12th grade students (selected by audition), a production team, and 50 plus parent & student volunteers.

Performances will be Fri. March 4, at 7 p.m., Sat. March 5, at 7 p.m., & Sun. March 6, at 3 p.m.  Tickets are $10 & are on sale at the SCAD Box Office at 216 East Broughton St. or online at www.scadboxoffice.com or by calling (912) 525-5050.

Savannah Christian’s production of Mary Poppins is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International & will be a performance the entire family will not want to miss.

Tickets are $10 each.

To order tickets, click here. 

The Savannah Christian production of Mary Poppins is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Give your child an early start in music education and watch the benefits unfold before your very eyes with Kindermusik Savannah .

Most activities you’ll find for your toddler and beyond are drop-off or observe activities.

Kindermusik Savannah is a parent-and-child-together experience, from newborns all the way to age 7.

Come see how involving families together in a classroom experience is what sets Kindermusik apart.

Enroll for the rest of February, and take advantage of the special “Share the Love” discount: you can share the price of March with a new-to-Kindermusik friend.

For more info, or to schedule a free trial class with your child, call 88 Keys Piano at 912.988.KEYS (5397) or visit www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Enroll online at www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  or call 912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

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.

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GO, SLOW, WHOA!
Sun. March 13 at 12PM and 2PM

Learn these three food categories, GO, SLOW, and WHOA to recognize which foods are a better choice for a healthy body. This program will incorporate art, literacy, movement and music while learning what foods to eat often, what foods to eat sometimes, and what foods to eat sparingly.

Cost: $7.50 for all guests 18 mos. and older (FREE for CHS members!)

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

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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

Savannah Children’s Museum is a magical outdoor space located at Georgia State Railroad Museum in the old Central of Georgia Carpentry Shop. Expert educators create fun daily programming so children and families learn while they play.

You can purchase tickets at each of the museum’s gift shops or take advantage of the Discount Combination Ticket.

Email info@savannahchildrensmuseum.org with questions.

Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, GA 31401, chsgeorgia.org/SCM, 912.651.6823 Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

For more than 10 years,  Summit Gymnastics in Savannah has produced top-quality gymnasts by providing a safe & productive work environment that enhances physical and mental well-being.

Call & schedule your child’s FREE TRIAL CLASS: 912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com

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Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics

Every Tuesday & Thursday
9:30-11AM
$5 per child (Cash or check only)
For children ages 5 & younger
Child must be accompanied by an adult
Open to all children. Children do not have to be enrolled at Summit Gymnastics to attend.

Call 912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com.

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Class Pricing for Recreational Gymnastics, Tumbling

Twinkling Stars & Shining Stars – $69/per month
Rising Stars, Shooting Stars, Super Stars, Rock Stars, Tumbling Classes – $81/per month
Yearly Registration Fee: $50/per child, $80/per family
Call at 912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com to enroll.

ASK ABOUT MILITARY, MULTI-CLASS AND SIBLING DISCOUNTS

Summit Gymnastics, 74 W Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, 31406, (912) 921-1034, On Facebook here. Summit Gymnastics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

It’s playdate week with Kindermusik Savannah.

Join Kindermusik Savannah on Saturday, February 13th & Tuesday, February 16th at 10AM with your newborn to 7 year olds for music, movement, instruments, singing, dancing, stories and more.

Kindermusik monthly musical playdates are a wonderful way to see what Kindermusik classes are all about, spend some special time with your little one, and enjoy spending time with a community of parents who value early music education.

The theme for this month is “Love Somebody!”

All playdate participants receive an instrument, 10 Kindermusik songs and a bonus gift at the end of class. Tuition is $15 per child/$5 for siblings. Spaces are limited, so enroll online now at www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  or call 912.988.KEYS (5397).

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

Sure, at first glance this looks like a picture of Stroller Strong Moms of Savannah mamas hard at work.

But what else does this picture capture? It shows the four mamas who are EIGHT months pregnant who safely and amazingly impress Stroller Strong Moms instructors with their dedication and badass baby brewing abilities.

It shows the mamas who ALREADY got in a run before class and the ones who stayed after to put in MORE work.

It shows the THREE new moms at class today who killed the workout, and the moms who have been here since it first started.

It shows THIRTY FOUR driven and inspiring ladies who Stroller Strong Moms instructors have the pleasure of teaching each day.

If you’ve ever wondered if Stroller Strong Moms of Savannah is a good fit for you, the answer is YES and they can’t wait for you to join their village!

Note: This picture does not show the adorable couple who stopped to awe at this group of fit ladies (and maybe take a picture or two).

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Stroller Strong Moms of Savannah has 11 classes a week in four different locations, M-F. During February 2016, class times are 10-11AM. Your first class is FREE!

Learn more here. 

Stroller Strong Moms’ seasoned instructors have a knack for finding your limits and pushing you past them.

Newcomers are welcome. First class is free.

Check the Stroller Strong Moms web site & Facebook page for updates, as this every growing group of moms are always adding classes and events.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com On Facebook here. On Twitter here, www.strollerstrongmoms.com/wp/  Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser