Join Coastal Kids Market consignment sale Wed. March 30 for CKM’s fast & furious Virtual Pajama Party on the CKM Facebook page.

This event is going to be so much fun with prizes ranging from preview party passes to CKM market money to vendor & sponsor giveaways.

The event will start at 8:30PM. The last giveaway will be posted at 9:30 pm. Don’t worry if you’re running a little late, come on over as the questions will be left up for a bit. Then the winners will be announced Thursday. Many of the giveaways have time limits though, so be sure to stop by Wednesday night to get entered into everything.

Click HERE to RSVP!

All prizes to be picked up at Coastal Kids Market, April 7-9th, at The Shoppes of Savannah, formerly known as the Savannah Festival Outlet Center, 11 Gateway Blvd S, Savannah.

You still have time to register to consign (although spaces are filling up fast!) Just go to www.coastalkidsmarket.com for details.

And don’t forget to tell CKM that you are coming to the CKM sale by clicking “going” on on the sale’s event page!

Sale dates & hours

Wed. April 6, 5-8 pm (Preview Party for consignors /volunteers ONLY*)-details to come
Thurs. April 7, 6-8pm (*Charity Hour 5 pm)
Fri. April 8, 9am– 5pm
Sat. April 9, 9am – 2pm (some items 50% off)
*Check out the CKM website for details on Preview Party for consignors & volunteers only.

Stay connected

Please follow CKM on Twitter here & check out CKM Facebook page here frequently as you want to make sure you don’t miss any big announcements and giveaways. Be sure to check “going” on the CKM Facebook event page to make sure you know everything that is happening with CKM.

Coastal Kids Market, (912) 655-4686, http://coastalkidsmarket.com,  The Shoppes of Savannah ( formerly Savannah Festival Outlet Mall)  11 Gateway Blvd S, Savannah, 31419 Coastal Kids Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Early bird gets the worm @ Southern Women’s Show Savannah, Feb. 26-28.

The first 150 people in line each day will get $10 in Show Bucks to shop the show. Must be in line, one per person, 18 & older.

Make a plan, call your girls, buy your tickets & come to SHOP at the Southern Women’s Show Savannah.

Fri. Feb. 26

Make it a Girls Night Out on Friday, Feb. 26.

The first 100 ladies to purchase tickets from the box office after 5pm will receive a Dillard’s Diva Bag filled with cosmetic samples & coupons.

Sip and shop with a complimentary glass of wine after 5pm while supplies last.

Print this coupon to redeem at the bar.

Indulge in a cupcake from Gigi’s Cupcakes while supplies last at the Fashion & Entertainment Stage.

Last but not least, grab your front row seat at the 6pm Firefighter Fashion Show.

Feb. 26-28

SEE ALL THE SOUTHERN WOMEN’S SHOW SAVANNAH HIGHLIGHTS HERE. 

Shopping, fashion shows, celebrity appearances, food sampling, pampering & more all weekend long @ The Southern Women’s Show @ The Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Feb. 26-28.

Southern Writers Showcase

Don’t miss the tribute to Southern authors at the show.

Join three special authors – Olivia deBella Byrd, Kim Boykin, & Kristy Woodson Harvey at the Southern Writers Showcase on Saturday & Sunday for readings, meet and greets, autograph signings.

Click here for more information on their novels and appearances.

Southern Women’s Show Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Who is ready for some sassy & smart fun @ the Southern Women’s Show Savannah, Feb. 26-28 @ Savannah International Trade & Convention Center?

See all the not-to-miss show highlights here. 

Highlights include yummy recipe samples from Food Network star Emily Ellyn with her signature cat-eye glasses and vintage-inspired style,

Ellyn, formerly known as the Retro Rad Chef from Food Network’s Food Network Star, Cupcake Wars & most recently as the winner of Cutthroat Kitchen, will be on the Cooking Stage on Sat. Feb. 27 at 3:30PM &  Sun. Feb. 28 at 1:30PM & 3:30PM.

She’ll demonstrate her latest retro-recipe-redo of classic dishes. Ellyn’s recipe samples brought to you by the Georgia Beef Board.

Other highlights include:

Happy Hour on Friday and Saturday: Guests receive a complimentary glass of wine on Friday & Saturday evenings after 5PM with coupon. Details here. 

Firefighter Show: Burnin’ Up the Runway with Savannah’s Southside Fire Department,
6PM Fri. Feb. 26; 5PM Sat. Feb. 27.  Details here. 

Mother-daughter cake decorating contest: Gigi’s Cupcakes of Savannah on the Cooking Stage, 3PM on Sun. Feb. 28 for the Mother Daughter Cake Decorating Contest. Participants will receive a pre-iced cake & tons of decorative goodies. 1st place will win a cupcake party package courtesy of Gigi’s Cupcakes. All mother-daughter duos can take their creation home. Details here. 

Get ready for a fun girls-day out at the Southern Women’s Show Savannah.

See all the not-to-miss show highlights here. 

Southern Women’s Show Savannah, Feb. 26-26, Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr. Southern Women’s Show is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

(UPDATE: Congratulations Jennifer Grover & Coyne LaMoreaux winners of 4-packs of tickets each to the Southern Women’s Show Savannah. Enjoy, ladies!)

You so deserve this free girls’ day out: a FREE four-pack of tickets to the Southern Women’s Show in Savannah.

Enter to win this giveaway by clicking here & commenting on our Facebook page about what you are most looking forward to at the Southern Women’s Show in Savannah.

Deadline to enter is 9PM Wed. Feb. 17. We’ll announce the winner here &  on the SouthernMamas.com Facebook page. 

Grab your mom, sister or girlfriend and spend the day doing everything you love! 

Shop hundreds of boutiques, indulge in a makeover from Clinique, watch chefs in action, enjoy fab fashion shows and savor a complimentary glass of wine Friday & Saturday after 5pm (visit www.SouthernWomenShow.com for coupon).

The Southern Women’s Show will be at The Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Feb. 26-28 2016.

Hours

Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 12pm-6pm

Admission

Adults: $10 at the door
Online Advance: $8
Group: (10 or more; Advance Only) $7
Youth: $5 (ages 6-12)
Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
Advanced discount tickets available at Walgreens starting on 2/1/16 at 17 locations. $7 Adult / $5 Youth.
Special Pricing: $5 after 5pm on Friday only
Re-Admission: Tickets for 2nd day admission can be purchased for $5 during your initial visit (with your ticket stub) at the Show Office.

Parking

$5 per car

Old Savannah Tours will offer complimentary trolley service from the overflow parking at the racetrack on Saturday.

Learn more here. 

There is still time to consign with Savannah’s BIGGEST children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – which is set for February 25-27 at a CENTRAL LOCATION: 2104 East Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center (formerly CVS, behind Starbucks).

Consignor registration is OPEN through Sunday, February 21st! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 60-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items High Cotton Kids accepts and does not accept click here.

This spring’s High Cotton Kids upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price!

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by Rodan + Fields-Britt Buckler, Executive Consultant, Mathnasium, Lauren Milmine Designs and Glow Medical Spa and Beauty Boutique. Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

High Cotton Kids, www.highcottonkids.com, email info@highcottonkids.com  High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

The Little Lambs Spring Consignment sale in Savannah’s Ardsley Park neighborhood is a great place to find Spring/ Summer clothing or children’s furniture or toys or books.

The dates of the 2016 Spring sale are April 22 & April 23 2016.

If you would like more information about shopping at the sale, please click here to learn more.

Little Lambs Consignment Sale benefits First Presbyterian Preschool in Savannah and the sale takes place at the preschool at 520 Washington Ave, Savannah 31405.

More info here. 

Little Lambs Consignment Sale, First Presbyterian Preschool, 520 Washington Ave., Savannah, Ga. 31405,  http://fpcschool.com/little-lambs/ 

Fab fashions and serious shopping?  Check. 

Firefighter Fashion Show?  Oh yes! 

Savory samples and cooking classes?  YUM!  That’s right, the Southern Women’s Show is back, celebrating 13 years of Food, Fashion and Fun, and you don’t want to miss it. 

Grab your mom, sister or girlfriend and spend the day – or weekend – doing everything you love! 

Shop hundreds of boutiques, indulge in a makeover from Clinique, watch chefs in action and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine Friday & Saturday after 5pm (visit www.SouthernWomenShow.com for coupon).

The Southern Women’s Show will be at The Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Feb. 26-28 2016.

Hours

Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 12pm-6pm

Admission

Adults: $10 at the door
Online Advance: $8
Group: (10 or more; Advance Only) $7
Youth: $5 (ages 6-12)
Children under 6 FREE with paying adult
Advanced discount tickets available at Walgreens starting on 2/1/16 at 17 locations. $7 Adult / $5 Youth.
Special Pricing: $5 after 5pm on Friday only
Re-Admission: Tickets for 2nd day admission can be purchased for $5 during your initial visit (with your ticket stub) at the Show Office.

Parking

$5 per car

Old Savannah Tours will offer complimentary trolley service from the overflow parking at the racetrack on Saturday.

Learn more here. 

Savannah’s biggest children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – is set for February 25-27th 2016!

Location: 2104 East Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center (formerly CVS, behind Starbucks)

Hours: Thursday, February 25th 6-8 PM, Friday, February 26th 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday, February 27th 9 AM to 2 PM!!

Come shop consignment at its finest. High Cotton Kids is THE place to save a lot of money, make a lot of money and have a great time doing both! This spring’s upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of sponsors and vendors with great products, merchandise and services!

Consignor registration is open! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 60-70% of their sales!

High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items we accept and do not accept click here.

Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here. We have some exciting giveaways this year including preview party passes, line-hopper passes, merchandise from select vendors and gift certificates to the show!

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by: Mathnasium, Britt Buckler, Level V Independent Consultant, Rodan + Fields and Glow Medical Spa + Beauty Boutique

High Cotton Kids, www.highcottonkids.com, email  info@highcottonkids.com  High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

COASTAL KIDS MARKET SPRING 2016 CONSIGNMENT SALE, SAVANNAH

Coastal Kids Market dates for the SPRING 2016 Market are set: April 7-9 2016

The sale will be @ the same great location:
The Shoppes of Savannah formerly known as Savannah Festival Outlet Mall, April 7-9 2016

CKM is giving you lots of time to sort out those outgrown clothes and toys – it’s time to get the wrinkles out and scuff marks gone.

Registration is open. Click here. 

Sale dates & hours

Wed. April 6, 5-8 pm (Preview Party for consignors /volunteers ONLY*)-details to come
Thurs. April 7, 6-8pm (*Charity Hour 5 pm)
Fri. April 8, 9am– 5pm
Sat. April 9, 9am – 2pm (some items 50% off)
*Check out the CKM website for details on Preview Party for consignors & volunteers only.

Stay connected

Please follow CKM on Twitter here & check out CKM Facebook page here frequently as you want to make sure you don’t miss any big announcements and giveaways. Be sure to check “going” on the CKM Facebook event page to make sure you know everything that is happening with CKM.

Coastal Kids Market, (912) 655-4686, http://coastalkidsmarket.com,  The Shoppes of Savannah ( formerly Savannah Festival Outlet Mall)  11 Gateway Blvd S, Savannah, 31419 Coastal Kids Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Barnett Educational Supplies in Savannah is the headquarters for Trend games and workbooks to keep your children engaged and learning.

Find products by Trend projects to motivate, educate & reward.

Shop local. Shop Barnett. Barnett is celebrating 70 years of serving the Coastal Empire.

Store Hours:
M-F 9am – 7pm
Sat 10am – 5pm
Sun 1-5pm (Closed Sundays in the months of April, May and June)

Please like Barnett on Facebook here to stay updated on their sales.

Barnett Educational Supplies, 38 W De Renne Ave., Savannah, 31405-6742, tel: 912-356-1878, email barneduc@bellsouth.net www.barnetteducationalsupplies.com , Barnett Educational Supplies is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Starting Saturday December 5, 2015 @ Once Upon A Child Savannah: All Marked Clearance Apparel Now 50% Off!*

*Offer ends December 18, 2015.  Not valid with any other offer.

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Sell. Buy. Repeat.

1100 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, GA 31406
912-351-0555
www.onceuponachild.com

Once Upon A Child Savannah, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Eisenhower Square, Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-351-0555, www.onceuponachildsavannah.com/  Once Upon A Child Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Once Upon A Child Savannah is stocking up on toys for the upcoming holiday season.

The holiday season is fast approaching and Once Upon A Child Savannah is stocking up. So clean out that toy box and bring in the toys that your kids have outgrown or no longer play with. Or, have your kids pick a toy or two that they want to pass on to another family this holiday season.

Once Upon A Child Savannah will pay you on the spot for everything they accept.

Once Upon A Child Savannah already has a great selection of toys to choose from, so you may just be able to check some of those holiday gifts of your shopping list while you’re there.

Most Wanted Toys:
Electronic Toys
Infant & Toddler Toys
Ride-on toys
Learning Toys
Games & Puzzle

Click here for a $5 Baby Bucks coupon that expires Nov. 30 2015.

Sell. Buy. Repeat.

1100 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, GA 31406
912-351-0555
www.onceuponachild.com

Once Upon A Child Savannah, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Eisenhower Square, Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-351-0555, www.onceuponachildsavannah.com/  Once Upon A Child Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

With the air turning cooler, Once Upon A Child Savannah has everything you need to keep your little ones toasty warm, all at great fall prices.

Come in to see their selection of gently-used denim, long-sleeve tops, sweaters, jackets, costumes, sleepwear, shoes, boots and accessories.

Plus, Once Upon A Child Savannah will pay you on the spot for the items your kids have outgrown and no longer use.

Top Most Wanted Items:

* Outerwear (size 2T + )
* Holiday Dress Wear (size 2T + )
* Pajamas (size 2T + )
* Equipment (pack n plays, high chairs, walkers, exersaucers)

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Breast Cancer Awareness: 20% discount on a pink item

October is about celebrating life, especially for all those who are battling breast cancer or have a loved one fighting this disease. What better way to do this than by helping create awareness and supporting the fight this month? Go Pink!

Once Upon A Child supports all those mommies, aunties, grandmas, friends and other loved ones who have been affected by this disease.

Click here for a 20% off coupon on one pink item at Once Upon A Child. Coupon expires Oct. 31 2015.

1100 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, GA 31406
912-351-0555
www.onceuponachild.com

Once Upon A Child Savannah, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Eisenhower Square, Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-351-0555, www.onceuponachildsavannah.com/  Once Upon A Child Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Matilda Jane Clothing has recognized its Savannah area independent Trunk Keepers as the top sales team in the nation.

At the clothing company’s national sales meeting, held recently at its Ft. Wayne, Ind. headquarters, the 20-member team and Leader, Robyn Shirley took top honors for highest sales for the spring 2015 “Hello Lovely” campaign.

The six-month campaign, featuring clothing for little girls and mothers, was launched in Savannah this past February. The city was also featured as the backdrop for the spring line in a national photo shoot that took place last fall.

Shirley is now looking to expand her Savannah area team of Trunk Keepers and is seeking candidates. For more information here.

BOOK A MATILDA JANE TRUNK SHOW

Robyn is now booking trunk shows for Fall 2015. TO BOOK or attend a Matilda Jane show near you, email RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com. Tell her SouthernMamas.com sent you! Stay connected by liking her page on Facebookhere. 

Robyn Shirley, Team Leader and Trunk Keeper #124, Bluffton, SC, RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com Robyn Shirley is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

This week, a SouthernMamas.com reader will win a $25 gift certificate to High Cotton Kids 2015 Fall/Winter consignment event, held Sept. 24-26 in Savannah. Come check out the sale’s NEW LOCATION at 2108 East Victory Dr. (former location of CVS Pharmacy, behind Starbucks).

To enter to win, like High Cotton Kids on Facebook here. Then, answer this question on their FB wall: What bargain do you most hope to find at this season’s HCK sale? (e.g. Christmas outfit, Halloween costume, maternity clothes, a stroller, bike, a great deal on a boutique item from a local vendor). Deadline to enter is 9 PM Sun. Sept. 20th. We’ll pick a name at random & announce it here & on SouthernMamas.com Facebook page. 

Come shop consignment at its finest. High Cotton Kids is THE place to save a lot of money, make a lot of money and have a great time doing both! Savannah’s biggest upscale resale shopping event will include high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local vendors. Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price! There is something for everybody’s taste and budget from adorable smocked frocks to funky threads to even high cotton play clothes your kids will love to throw on all fall and winter.

Do you want to shop early for the best selection? Come to Shop for a Cause Presale on Thursday, Sept. 24, 5-6PM. High Cotton Kids is partnering with The Next Generation for the Children’s Hospital at Memorial and the Humane Society of Greater Savannah. Please bring a $5 cash donation and shop one hour early, before the show opens to the public!

Consignor registration is open now through Sunday, Sept. 20th. Clean out and cash in, consignors keep 60-70% of your sales! Bring your gently loved children’s items to our consignment showroom and let us do the selling. High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items that HCK accepts and does not accept, click here.

High Cotton Kids Fall and Winter 2015 Show Hours

2108 East Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center

Thursday, Sept. 24 5-6PM Shop for a Cause Presale –Check the details to shop early!

6-8PM Open to the public

Friday, Sept. 26 9AM – 5PM Open to the public

Saturday, Sept. 27 9AM – 2PM (Select items will be 40% OFF) Open to the public

High Cotton Kids, http://www.highcottonkids.com/, email  info@highcottonkids.com  High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Stop by Brighter Day Natural Foods Market in Savannah between 10AM-2PM Sat. Sept. 12 2015 for a demo of Kaliana essential oils Targeted Emotional Care ® for adults & children.

Kaliana Demo
Brighter Day Natural Foods
1102 Bull Street, Savannah, GA
10AM-3PM Sat. Sept. 12

Excerpt from a 2013 article “Four Herbs for Supporting a Healthy Stress Response in Kids and Teens”
by Dr. Mary Bove. “Following are four of my favorite stress-busting herbs for kids. All of them have the ability to calm and relax, but each one also has benefits unique to that plant….

Lemon Balm
Excellent for: inattention & fidgeting

Passionflower
Excellent for: trouble sleeping

American Skullcap
Excellent for: mental & physical tension

Chamomile
Excellent for: crankiness & restlessness

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Shop local. Shop Brighter Day Natural Foods Market.

Brighter Day Natural Foods Market, 1102 Bull St., Savannah, 31401  912.236.4703, www.brighterdayfoods.com,  On Facebook here. On twitter here. Brighter Day Natural Foods Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

There is still time to consign with Savannah’s BIGGEST children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – which is set for September 24-26th at a NEW CENTRAL LOCATION: 2108 East Victory Drive, former location of CVS in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

Consignor registration is OPEN through Sunday, September 20th! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 60-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items High Cotton Kids accepts and does not accept click here.

This fall’s High Cotton Kids upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price!

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by Rodan + Fields- Britt Buckler, Executive Consultant, The ART of Birth Photography and Threads at Annabelle’s Home and Gifts. Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

The Junior League of Savannah will host its 68th Annual Thrift Sale on Sat. Oct. 3 at the Savannah Civic Center.

This annual event draws thousands of shoppers from the across the Low Country to purchase both needed household goods and unique treasures. Merchandise includes appliances, children’s clothes and toys, holiday decorations, books, housewares, linens, sporting goods, furniture and much more. The sale also features adult women’s formal wear and business attire.

Parking is free.

Doors will be open from 7:30am until 2pm. The sale will re-open as a $10 grab bag event from 2:30-3pm for all ticket holders.

Thrift Sale admission is $5. Tickets can be purchased at the Civic Center Box Office by calling 912-651-6550 or visiting savannahcivic.com.

Preview shopping event

You’re also invited to celebrate the kickoff of the Junior League of Savannah’s Thrift Sale by attending the Preview Shopping Event on Fri., Oct. 2. The evening will begin at 5:30pm offering the first opportunity to shop for Thrift Sale merchandise and hidden gems until 7:30pm.

Tickets to Preview Shopping are available for $20 per person and can be purchased through the Civic Center Box Office or at the Door. Preview Shopping merchandise is double the marked ticket price.

The Annual Thrift Sale is Junior League of Savannah’s primary fundraising event. Money raised is invested back into the community through volunteer training and multiple Junior League projects.

Color My World in Savannah sells hand-painted children’s furniture.

New items are continuously being painted and will be spotlighted on the Color My World Facebook page here.

Purchase an item that is for sale. Or browse the photo gallery to get ideas and let Color My World paint your furniture.

Email winters15@comcast.net or simply message or comment on the Color My World Facebook page if you want to purchase an item. Remember to ‘like’  the Color My World Facebook page.

How will you color your world?

Color My World children’s handpainted furniture, Savannah. Email winters15@comcast.net. On Facebook here.  Color My World is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

There’s a lot to love about Brighter Day Natural Foods Market in Savannah.

Among them: Brighter Day’s vast supply of children’s herbs & homeopathic products and their 37-year tradition of supporting kids’ health.

Brighter Day has sales on most children’s lines thru Sept. 30 including:

*25% off Nordic Naturals children’s products; Nature’s Way Children Alive! multivitamins; Rainbow Light children’s vitamins
*20% off Gaia Kids
*30% off Boiron’s children’s cough, cold, flu
*15% off Herbs for Kids.

While shopping, enter to win Brighter Day drawings to win children’s health products. The giveaway will be September 15 at end of day. You do not have to  be present to win

Brighter Day owners Janie & Peter Brodhead were engaged when they first opened the store in 1978. And three children and two grandchildren later, they know a lot about children’s health.

It is one of the things that is a major focus for Janie in the store.  If a customer comes in with a question we can’t answer, store staff will go directly to Janie or Peter(Or ‘Nana’ & ‘Pops’ to grandchildren!)

Shop local. Shop Brighter Day Natural Foods Market.

Brighter Day Natural Foods Market, 1102 Bull St., Savannah, 31401  912.236.4703, www.brighterdayfoods.com,  On Facebook here. On twitter here. Brighter Day Natural Foods Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Shop Once Upon A Child Savannah on Labor Day 2015 Sept. 7 and get $5 off your purchase of $30 or more with this coupon here. 

Once Upon A Child Savannah has fall/winter coats & Halloween costumes out now. Come in now for the best selection.

Don’t forget: bring in the clothes and equipment your kids have outgrown, and they’ll pay you cash on the spot for everything accepted.

CLICK HERE FOR A $5 OFF COUPON ON A PURCHASE $30 OR MORE. (COUPON EXPIRES 9/8)

Once Upon A Child Savannah, 1100 Eisenhower Drive Eisenhower Square, Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-351-0555, www.onceuponachildsavannah.com/  Once Upon A Child Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

As Independent Trunk Keeper & Team Leader with Matilda Jane Clothing in Savannah & South Carolina, Robyn Shirley has some fun news:

HAPPILY EVER AFTER BALL AUG 30

Shirley will serve as the Royal Title Sponsor for The Next Generation’s annual The Happily Ever After Ball this Sun. Aug. 30 in Savannah.

The Next Generation, a volunteer organization founded to benefit The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center, hosts the Happily Ever After Ball every year. Children can meet 30 of their favorite princesses, princes, pirates, and heroes.

Two sessions: 1-3PM and 4-6PM
Brockington Hall, 213 East Hall St. near Forsyth Park

100% of Proceeds benefits The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center
Tickets are $30 each, you can purchase tickets through The Next Generation by clicking here.

Children and their parents are invited to attend the Royal Celebration where they can waltz with Cinderella and Prince Charming, visit Rapunzel and Flynn’s Hair and Makeup Palace, and even have a sword fight with Peter Pan and Captain Hook! Of course Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff will be there joined by all of their royal friends. You can also take a break in Wonderland and join Alice and the Mad Hatter at his tea party featuring Byrd Cookie Company’s famous cookie bar.

The Royal Title sponsor for this year’s Ball is Matilda Jane Clothing Independent Trunk Keeper, Robyn Shirley. The Next Generation has also partnered with Savannah luxury wedding and event planners, Posh Petals and Pearls to create a fairytale experience that children will never forget. The non-profit group, Princesses with a Purpose, will bring over 30 fairytale characters to life for children.

HILTON HEAD PHOTOGRAPHER

Shirley also is pleased to share MJC’s Photo Love 2015 winner.  Matilda Jane selected twenty applications from talented photographers that made it to the second round.  The third round of the competition was left to public voters. Tara Wanner was announced the winner for her fun, colorful and playful photo.

A local Hilton Head photographer, Carrie Friesen was a runner up in the contest. Carrie can be found at carriefriesenphotography.com

For more information on the competition and to view the photo, visit matildajaneblog.com.

BOOK A MATILDA JANE TRUNK SHOW

Robyn is now booking trunk shows for Fall 2015. TO BOOK or attend a Matilda Jane show near you, email RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com. Tell her SouthernMamas.com sent you! Stay connected by liking her page on Facebook here. 

Robyn Shirley, Team Leader and Trunk Keeper #124, Bluffton, SC, RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com Robyn Shirley is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Come shop consignment at its finest. High Cotton Kids is THE place to save a lot of money, make a lot of money and have a great time doing both! This fall’s upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high-end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price! There is something for everybody’s taste and budget from adorable smocked frocks to funky threads to even high cotton play clothes your kids will love to throw on all fall and winter.

Consignor registration is open! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 60-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high-end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, artwork, baby and nursery necessities (e.g. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, DVDs and more. For a complete list of items we accept and do not accept click here.

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by: Rodan and Fields-Britt Buckler Executive Consultant, Threads at Annabelle’s Home and Gifts, The Art of Birth Photography Studio and Spices Etc. Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

High Cotton Kids, http://www.highcottonkids.com/, email  info@highcottonkids.com  High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Are the toys in your basement reproducing overnight? Sick and tired of staring at those skinny jeans from your college days? Kitchen appliances gathering dust? Earn extra cash selling them on VarageSale!

Already loved by millions of members across North America, VarageSale is the online marketplace for moms to buy and sell with local families—and it’s finally launching in the Savannah and surrounding areas this August! The best part? It’s FREE to use.

If you’re one of the first 500 new users to sign up and post an item for sale with the #vsreward, you’ll get $10… just for posting! This limited time offer is available to new VarageSale users only.

To get started:
1. Pull out your smartphone, download the app and sign up—it only takes seconds.

2. Join the new Savannah Buy & Sell Community

3. Open the app and post a photo of an item you want to sell. Make sure to add the hashtag #vsreward in your item description.

Read the full terms online: terms.varagesale.com/georgia

Happy posting, mamas!

-the VarageSale team

This is a sponsored post by VarageSale, a SouthernMamas.com advertiser