Day includes a reading of the Declaration of Independence and learning about the 1779 Battle of Savannah. See the exhibit on the battle in the Savannah History Museum, tour the battlefield with a Revolutionary War soldier and see a musket demonstration. Steam train rides and activities continue at the Georgia State Railroad Museum
(912) 651-6823 x3 or www.chsgeorgia.org .
Come and celebrate our Nation’s birthday with civil war troops as they fire special salutes for those who have died so we may be free. Also join us for games of the day and a cool slice of melon. Pack a lunch and enjoy the day. Admission charged. $3.50-$5. (912) 727-2339 or gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister
Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and all the Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!
Tickets to on sale August 26, 2011
More info here: www.savannahcivic.com
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SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas.” Opening Night and VIP’s are not included. Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic coming to Savannah Civic Center Thu. SEPT. 29 – Sun. OCT. 2 2011. Details here.
Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and all the Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!
Tickets to on sale August 26, 2011
More info here: www.savannahcivic.com
During the Great American Weekend and Fantastic Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular, historic Savannah Riverfront will feature various activities. July 2nd and 3rd will feature regional artisans, live entertainment, games, contests, food, drink, free family fun, and more! July 4th will feature an incredible fireworks display
Fireworks will be in conjunction with a live, patriotic music simulcast during the fireworks extravaganza. Radio stations 97.3 KISS, 98.7 The River and News Radio 1290 WTKS will all air American Classics in step with the evening’s sky show.
Beat the heat and celebrate Independence Day on Tybee Island. Fireworks show starts at dark launched from the Tybee Pier & Pavilion.
Celebrate family fun on the 4th of July at The Sandbox’s first annual “Pop Goes the Sandbox.”
Festivities include special games and activities both indoors and outdoors. In addition to playing on all the exhibits in the museum, there will be scavenger hunts, games and fun arts & crafts. Decorate holiday cookies and make a patriotic craft. Outside fun includes many carnival games and prizes, bubble fun, snow cones and playing in The Sandbox’s Bounce House.
Enjoy a BBQ picnic with all the fixin’s , and our Nation’s Birthday cake. Lemonade and snow cones to keep you cool.
Tickets: $10 per person (children under 2 are free) and includes admission to the museum, all activities and the picnic. Sandbox Members are $8 per person.
To purchase tickets, stop by or call The Sandbox at 843-842-7645 or e-mail crinehart@thesandbox.org.
For Terrific Tuesdays, this Tuesday, June 28th is Yosti’s Puppet Show, and the Coastal Critters Program on Friday July 1st is All About Sea Turtles.
The Sandbox is an interactive children’s museum with region related exhibits, activities, and programs for children’s ages toddler through 8 years. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For more info, 843.842.7645 or afinn@thesandbox.org, www.thesandbox.org
The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum celebrates summer with a Summer Fun Series of special programs and activities held each day at the Sandbox. The program calendar is as follows: Mondays, Pottery Program at 9:30 a.m. and Cupcake Decorating at 1:30 p.m.; Terrific Tuesdays: special art activity at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays: Morning Music Program at 10:30 a.m.; Thursdays: Imagination Hour at 10:30 a.m.; and Fridays: Coastal Critters hosted by the Coastal Discovery Museum 10:30 a.m.
For Terrific Tuesdays, this Tuesday, June 28th is Yosti’s Puppet Show, and the Coastal Critters Program on Friday July 1st is All About Sea Turtles.
The Sandbox is an interactive children’s museum with region related exhibits, activities, and programs for children’s ages toddler through 8 years. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For more info, 843.842.7645 or afinn@thesandbox.org, www.thesandbox.org
Camp Invention – a weeklong summer enrichment program for children entering grade 1 though 6 – instills vital 21st century life skills such as problem-solving and teamwork through hands-on fun!
Camp Invention is at Georgetown Elementary, 9 AM-3:30 PM June 27-July 1, 2011
For registration information, call 800.968.4332 PHONE or click here.
This is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) camp and is recommended by the National Science Foundation. More info here.
The public is invited to help grieving families who suffer the loss of an infant by attending the second annual summer fund raiser for The Zoe Foundation.
The family-friendly benefit will be at Lovin Spoons Froyo (Savannah Location) 10 AM-2 PM July 1, 2011. Live music, clown, yogurt and more. A portion of the proceeds from all yogurt sold between those hours will be donated to The Zoe Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization, to continue offering financial and emotional support to families who have endured the loss of a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, chromosomal disorders, SIDS, accidents or other causes.
The Zoe Foundation believes that even the smallest life is precious and deserves a proper memorial. Everyone who has experenced a similar loss or knows someone who has is invited to come on July 1 and get connected with The Zoe Foundation.
For more info, contact Kayla B. Johnson at 912-508-1858 or email kayla@zoe-foundation.org. www.zoe-foundation.org
Vacation Bible at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 11500 Middleground Road, Savannah, GA 31419
9 AM-Noon July 11-15th
The theme is “Shake It Up Cafe: Where Kids Carry Out God’s Recipe!”.
Contact Coordinator of Religious Education Tracy Jones at (912)925-5316 to register or get more information.
“God’s Big Back Yard” at New Life Church at 16252 Hwy 144 E in Richmond Hill, GA.
31324-5168
(912) 727-3369
Held July 13-15 6:30 pm to 8PM.
“Hometown Nazereth” at RICHMOND HILL UNITED METHODIST, 9050 Ford Ave.
Richmond Hill, Georgia 31324
$10 registration fee per child includes a T-shirt for each child and Souvenir CD per family.
PLEASE REGISTER BY JULY 1ST.
www.rhumc.com
Email: cmc@richmondhillumc.org
Phone: 912-756-2190
Jumpbunch is an International Sports and Fitness program serving children and families throughout the US and India!
JumpBunch of Greater Savannah is currently offering classes in Savannah and Richmond Hill at Children’s Village, PALS, Early Learning, Maggies Morning School, Richmond Hill Montessori, Southern Montessori and many more locations.
FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS July 11 AT 9:30 am
JumpBunch is offering a 10 week session beginning on July 18 – September 26
The class offered will be Monday morning at 9:30 am located at New Life Church at 16252 Hwy 144 E in Richmond Hill, GA. (No class held Monday 5 September)
The cost for the 10 weeks is only $65 (Jumpbunch offers a military discount of 10$ off)
Each week, Jumpbunch offers a cardio workout, muscle resistance training and introduces a new sport activity in a fun, hands-on, non-competitive environment. At this stage, Jumpbunch is building confidence and coordination.
Some of the fun sports Jumpbunch offers are: Lacrosse, Hockey, Football, Soccer, Bowling, Kickball, Cheerleading and parachute games and best of all equipment for each class will be available for each child. No equipment to buy!!
Jumpbunch offers a Mommy and Me class, Toddler and Preschool curriculum.
www.jumpbunch.com
And check Jumpbunch out on Facebook: Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah by clicking here.
If you have any additional questions, please call Coach Jenny at 912-445-0312
Jumpbunch is an International Sports and Fitness program serving children and families throughout the US and India!JumpBunch of Greater Savannah is currently offering classes in Savannah and Richmond Hill at Children’s Village, PALS, Early Learning, Maggies Morning School, Richmond Hill Montessori, Southern Montessori and many more locations.
FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS July 11 AT 9:30 am
JumpBunch is offering a 10 week session beginning on July 18 – September 26
The class offered will be Monday morning at 9:30 am located at New Life Church at 16252 Hwy 144 E in Richmond Hill, GA. (No class held Monday 5 September)
The cost for the 10 weeks is only $65 (we do offer a military discount of 10$ off)
Each week, Jumpbunch offers a cardio workout, muscle resistance training and introduces a new sport activity in a fun, hands-on, non-competitive environment. At this stage, Jumpbunch is building confidence and coordination.
Some of the fun sports Jumpbunch offers are: Lacrosse, Hockey, Football, Soccer, Bowling, Kickball, Cheerleading and parachute games and best of all equipment for each class will be available for each child. No equipment to buy!!
Jumpbunch offers a Mommy and Me class, Toddler and Preschool curriculum.
www.jumpbunch.com
And check Jumpbunch out on Facebook: Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah by clicking here.
If you have any additional questions, please call Coach Jenny at 912-445-0312
Friends of Oatland, Inc. (FOO) is proud to announce they’ve been selected as a finalist in Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good program. Now Oatland needs your support! Vote for Oatland (FOO) at www.facebook.com/toyota on June 29th. June 29th is the only day you can vote for Oatland so please put it on your calendar! It’s listed under Friends of Oatland Island.
Oatland relies on vehicles on a daily basis in every department – Animal Care delivers food and bedding, Education transports teaching supplies, Guest Services transports landscaping tools and plants, and Operations hauls construction materials. A new truck from Toyota would assist us in carrying out our mission – to educate and connect visitors with the natural world. Additionally, a new vehicle is needed as part of our hurricane evacuation plan.
FALL SOCCER – 2011
Savannah Celtic FC is Savannah’s #1 Rated Youth Soccer Program. Click here for register for fall.
Installment Payment Plan: Savannah Celtic has extended a payment plan if you are interested in your child playing soccer this fall. The fee is the same low rate as always, but now Savannah Celtic now allows you to extend it in 4 payments over the summer and into the fall.
More info here.
Savannah Celtic is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.
Make plans to attend Girls Night In on Tues. June 28 at Bouncing Angels Inflatable Kids Gym.
All types of goodies that a mom wants in one place – jewelry, make-up, skin-care, purses, totes, candles. You can even make money while you shop! Have any ugly, broken gold or sterling silver laying around? Bring it with you and have it bought from you on the spot. If you have not attended a gold party you are missing out! One of the organizers of this event had three tiny gold items and sold them for $130 over a year ago. And the price of gold has gone up now. So sell your old gold while you shop.
Bouncing Angels will have Mary Kay, Stella and Dot, Thirty-One, Scentsy and MORE!!!
Bring your friends, come relax and get pampered. 5-7 PM Tues. June. 28.
Bouncing Angels, www.bouncing-angels.com (912) 691-8797, email info@bouncing-angels.com
Fort Pulaski will waive entrance fees on June 21, 2011.
Fort Pulaski National Monument Summer Hours: (Memorial Day – mid-August)
• Visitor Center open 9:00 AM – 6:45 PM
• Fort open 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
• Bridge gate closes by 7:00 PM
From I- 95, take exit for I-16 about 15 miles west of Savannah. From I-16, take U.S. Highway 80 East. Follow signs for Fort Pulaski, Tybee Island and beaches. Fort Pulaski National Monument entrance is approximately 15 miles east of Savannah. http://www.nps.gov/fopu/index.htm
For more local free or discounted summer activities, visit the SouthernMamas.com 2011 Deals and Freebies page by clicking here.
Georgia Theatre Co. 2011 Summer Kid Show Series at Pooler Stadium Cinemas
10 AM Tues & Thurs. June 14-Aug. 4
$1 Movies
Doors open at 9:15 AM
Films are subject to change. For more info, call 912.330.0012
www.GeorgiaTheatreCompany.com
July 19 & July 21
Shrek Forever After (PG)
The Karate Kid (PG)
Georgia Theatre Co. 2011 Summer Kid Show Series at Pooler Stadium Cinemas
10 AM Tues & Thurs. June 14-Aug. 4
$1 Movies
Doors open at 9:15 AM
Films are subject to change. For more info, call 912.330.0012
www.GeorgiaTheatreCompany.com
Aug. 2 & Aug. 4
MegaMind (PG)
Diary of Wimpy Kid (PG)
For more local free or discounted children’s activities happening this summer, click here.
TWO Toddler Tuesdays timeslots each week. Same topic and activities for each one. One program will be at 10-10:45 AM and the second at 11-11:45 AM. Gates open at 9:45 AM. Preregistration is required. Register via phone at 912.395.1500 or 912.395.1517 or sign up at Oatland’s gift shop. REGISTER BY NOON MONDAY. Limit of 20 toddlers per program, so sign up early. $3 program fee per child and adults free! Cash or checks only. Included in the program fee is entrance to Oatland including the opportunity to walk the trails or visit the Barnyard after the program. Toddler Tuesday is now held in its own spanking new classroom in the newly renovated main Oatland Island building. Theme for June 28: Z is for Zookeeper. Join the group as they play zookeeper to celebrate national zoo month. More info here.
The award-winning childrens’ book author/illustrator (including titles like “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus”) stops in Savannah. Mo Willems will be signing copies of his new books, “Hurray for Amanda and Her Alligator!” and “Should I Share My Ice Cream?” Free and open to the public
Camp Invention – a weeklong summer enrichment program for children entering grade 1 though 6 – instills vital 21st century life skills such as problem-solving and teamwork through hands-on fun!
Camp Invention is at Isle of Hope Elementary, 9 AM-3:30 PM June 20-24, 2011
For registration information, call 800.968.4332 PHONE or call Ruthie Sales @ 395-6555
This is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) camp and is recommended by the National Science Foundation. More info here.