With 32 million Americans having food allergies including 5.6 million children under the age of 18, the question of “do I have a food allergy” is a concerning reality many people have to face.

“Reactions to food allergens can range per person,” SouthCoast Health Allergist Dr. Wasil Khan stated. “From something simple like sneezing and coughing to more serious reactions like, hives, swelling, and even blood pressure changes leading to unconsciousness and death from anaphylaxis. The best step for anyone who thinks they might have a food allergy is to see an allergist like me.”

If you’re asking yourself if you or your child has a food allergy,  learn more here.

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Kindermusik monthly musical playdate this week!

Join Kindermusik Savannah Saturday, May 15 2021 @ 10AM for music, movement, instruments, dances and more. This class is for newborns to 7 years old with their caregivers. After class, each child will receive an instrument, ten Kindermusik songs, and a coupon to apply for future studio classes.

Spaces are limited – enroll today! Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com to enroll, or text 912-432-5885 for more info.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.

Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys, 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302

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Join the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for summer arts camps this July 2021.

All arts camps and specific camps in ceramics, mixed media, and ceramics means each week can be a new experience.

Registration is now open for City of Savannah residents.

Register online here. 

Week 1 | July 6-9:
All Arts (Mixed Media, Ceramics, Performing Arts): Ages 6-8 and 9-12

Week 2 | July 12-16:
Performing Arts: Spellbound Enchantment (Ages 6-8)
Performing Arts: Spellbound Enchantment (Ages 9-12)
Mixed Media Arts (Ages 6-8)
Ceramics (Ages 9-12)

Week 3 | July 19-23:
Performing Arts: Adventure on the High Seas (Ages 6-8)
Performing Arts: Adventure on the High Seas (Ages 9-12)
Ceramics (Ages 6-8)
Mixed Media Arts (Ages 9-12)

Week 4 – Teen Week | July 26-30
Performing Arts: Make a Scene (Ages 13-17)
Ceramics (Ages 13-17)

Camp Prices: $100/ week for City of Savannah residents and $150/week non-residents.
(Week one is prorated to $80 and $120, respectively).

Learn more and view all camp descriptions at savannahga.gov/artcamp

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Calling All- Star Athletes. Mark your calendars!

You will not want to miss Crowned Elite Athletics All-Star Evaluations June 1-4 2021 for the 2021-22 season. Open to all ages, all skill levels.

Contact Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah today for more information. Email info@crownedeliteathletics.com or call 912.308.5719

Crowned Elite Athletics is an All Star Cheerleading, Tumbling, and Training facility in Savannah.

If your child is interested in joining an all star cheerleading team or wants to participate in tumbling classes, Crowned Elite Athletics would love them to become a part of their cheer family. The primary goal is to teach sportsmanship, integrity, and character, and secondly the art of cheerleading and tumbling. All of coaches are USASF certified levels 1-5.

Learn more here. 

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Flag Football Summer Camp @ St. Andrew’s School, Savannah

Coach Blake Henry — the new head football coach at St. Andrew’s School is thrilled to add a flag football camp for 2021 summer camp.

This camp is for rising 2nd-8th grade. The goal of our camp is to have fun and learn the great game of football. Each day will be filled with flag football games and fun skills and drills! Each camper will have the opportunity to be coached by Coach Henry
and the St. Andrew’s assistant coaches and players.
Here’s a sample schedule of what to expect each day.
9AM – Check in and Group Warm Up
9:10AM – Huddle – Talk about Theme of the Day (Teamwork, Effort, Competition, Sportsmanship, Character)
9:20AM – Separate into teams for the week – Drill of the Day
9:50AM – Team Practices
10:15AM – First Game of the Day
10:55AM – Guest Speaker and Snack/Break
11:05AM – Group Activity (Capture the Flag, Sharks and Minnows)
11:30AM – Second Game of the Day
Noon – Dismissal
Each camper will need to wear a t-shirt and shorts. Please bring cleat or tennis shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle.

Register online here. 

Questions? Contact Director Tricia Yates at yatest@saslions.com or call (912)897- 4941.

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St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941 ext 452, www.saintschool.com , email hellew@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Music Together classes begin in Savannah May 15 2021

Music Together Coastal Voices and Grooves classes will start on Saturdays at 10AM May 15 2021 for kids birth through five and their grownups.

Classes will be held at the Gretchen Greene School of Dance in Savannah

Register online here. 

Every week in music classes at Music Together Coastal Voices and Grooves, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them come together to play together musically. Little ones love playing along in class, and caregivers love being a part of their children’s growth into confident music-makers. Everyone loves the songs that’ll have you tapping along in no time.

Music Together® is the perfect family activity in the Greater Savannah Metro region.

Sign up to visit a class free and experience it for yourself.

Questions?

Email jaredhallmusic@gmail.com or call (515) 865-5299

Music Together classes for ages 0-5
10AM Saturdays starting May 15 2021
Gretchen Greene School of Dance
1007 Bryan Woods Loop
Savannah, Georgia 31410

Register online here. 

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New Skidaway Island State Park Visitor Center, Savannah

Skidaway Island State Park will host a public ribbon-cutting celebration for its new visitor center at 10AM on May 13. The 6,300-square-foot building is now the first stop for those enjoying one of Georgia’s most popular state parks.

Designed to reflect the architectural style of neighboring communities, the facility spotlights the low-country barrier island. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the maritime forest and marsh, and guests can enjoy birding from a screened porch. Towering 20 feet high is a giant ground sloth skeleton, a replica of an ancient fossil found within the park in 1822. Nature exhibits include turtles and snakes, and a gift shop is filled with clothing, toys, books, camping supplies, jewelry and local foods. The visitor center also includes meeting space, classroom space and staff offices.

Skidaway Island State Park is just 15 minutes from downtown Savannah, yet surrounded by peaceful tidal waterways and forest. Overnight guests can choose from small cabins or campsites shaded by live oaks and Spanish moss. During the day, visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, geocaching and ranger programs. The park’s Big Ferry Nature Trail is part of Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding Trail, and colorful painted buntings are often spotted during spring.

To learn more, visit GaStateParks.org/SkidawayIsland or call 912-598-2300.

The public is invited to attend the ceremony, and parking is $5. Skidaway Island State Park is operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Skidway Is. State Park regularly offers kid-friendly events. Find the schedule here. 

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Summer Discount Code

SouthernMamas.com and Friends of Georgia State Parks are partnering to make it even easier to get outside with your kids this summer.

SouthernMamas.com readers can receive a 15 percent discount on Friends of Georgia State Parks membership levels.  Use the code southernmama to get your discount.This discount is valid through July 31 2021.

Get your discount here. 

Yes summer swim team competitions are happening in the Savannah area for Summer 2021.

Sign up your little swimmer for a summer swim league. Savannah Coastal Swim League (SCSL) offers competitive youth swimming in Savannah/Chatham County, Wilmington Island and Pooler during early summer.

Teams include Isle of Hope Sharks; Mayfair Marlins;  Wilmington Park Barracudas; Savannah Golf Club Stingrays; Savannah Quarters Sailfish; Savannah Yacht Club Commodores.

Some teams – such as Mayfair Marlins – do not require club membership to participate.

Swimmers of all levels are welcome.

The league includes regular practices as well as meets during which various teams compete against each other in June 2021.

Virtual Art Start via Zoom
with Telfair Museums, Savannah
Wed. May 19 12:30PM

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited for storytime and a special tour.

This month Telfair Museums Jepson Center will come to you virtually.

Register your family ahead of time online here, then watch and learn with Telfair Museums.

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Christmas in July at Children’s Museum of Pooler
Thurs. July 1 2021, 9AM-2PM

Children and families are invited to deck the halls of Children’s Museum of Pooler with a day of festive fun for Christmas in July, Thurs, July 1, 9AM-2PM.

Children can enjoy Christmas BINGO, create fun Christmas crafts, decorate Christmas cookies, launch “snowballs” in the Air Wall, snap a picture with Santa, and have a blast in the exhibits.

Event is on Thursday, July 1, 9AM-2PM, and requires a special event ticket for members and nonmembers. Tickets are purchased at the door the day of the event.
Ticket Prices:
Members: $8
NonMembers $10
Special visit from Santa 10AM-Noon.

Children’s Museum of Pooler
200 Tanger Outlets Blvd. Suite 589
Pooler, GA 31322
912-307-9503
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New birthday party option in Savannah: Pamper & Polish Kids’ Spa is Savannah’s Mobile Spa Party Bus for spa parties for girls 4-12.

There’s a LIVE booking calendar on the Pamper & Polish Web site. Click the link pamperandpolishkidsspa.com to book your daughter’s spa party.

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Tormenta FC Academy summer camps are fantastic experiences for both veteran and new soccer players.

Tormenta’s dynamic coaches will provide fun games that will promote soccer development, learning, character building, and exercise, while each participant will receive a FREE t-shirt.

Full-day soccer camps also include a FREE soccer ball and the afternoon being indoor soccer play.

Half and full-day options are available in numerous locations: Savannah, Southbridge, Islands, Skidaway Is., Statesboro, as well in South Carolina in Hilton Head Is., Bluffton, and Hardeeville.

Registration for Goalkeeper summer camps is also open. Goalkeeper camps will be in Hardeeville SC and the Landings on Skidaway Is. in Savannah.

See the sessions and register online here. 

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Ask a Pediatrician with Pediatric Associates of Savannah 

Do you have a question you want to ask a pediatrician?

Dr. Christopher C. Rogers of Pediatric Associates of Savannah will answer them in an upcoming video just for SouthernMamas.com readers.

Follow this link to submit your question to have it answered by Dr. Rogers. (Or you can email your question(s) to anne@southernmamas.com )

Dr. Rogers will answer your questions in an upcoming video for SouthernMamas.com readers.

Pediatric Associates of Savannah has offices in Savannah, the Islands and Pooler.

Pediatric Associates of Savannah, 4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100 Savannah, 31404-6702, (912) 355-2462, www.pedsav.com On Facebook here.  Pediatric Associates of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Low Country Counseling: How do I keep my sanity during my child’s tantrum?

We’ve all been there: parental exhaustion when your child is in the midst of a meltdown.

Low Country Counseling therapists share three tips on how to remain calm during tantrums.

Once you have mastered the ability to regain patience and calm, here are five tips to cope with your child’s tantrum.

Learn more here. 
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If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for Individuals, Moms, Couples, Families, Children, and Teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You’re not alone.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics is administering COVID-19 vaccinations to their patients who are age 16 and 17 years old at the SouthCoast Health pediatrics location in Richmond Hill.

If you are interested in having your child (within this age range) vaccinated with the Pfizer vaccine at that location, please CLICK HERE to add your child to SouthCoast’s waitlist. This waitlist will be used to contact patients to schedule a vaccination.

Vaccinations are by appointment only.

Completing the form is not a guarantee of an appointment as vaccine supplies could be limited.

You will be contacted by text to schedule when an appointment is available for your child. If you sign up on the waitlist with a landline, you will receive a phone call to schedule.

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St. Andrew’s School 2nd place Region Champion Boys Tennis team will compete in the GISA STATE tournament this Thurs May 13 2021 at the John Drew Tennis Center in Macon, Georgia.

Competing in singles: Edward Ashton, Dylan Devey, and Joe Kinsey. Competing in doubles: Jacques Bootsma/MacLean Babcock and Justin Herkimer/Nikolaos Triantafilloy. Alternate: Banks Fana. Head Coach: Miki Duval.

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St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941 ext 452, www.saintschool.com , email hellew@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Saturday May 22 2021 – Free Virtual Storytime!

Join the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for virtual storytime & craft.

The fun starts at 10:30AM and is intended for ages 3 to 7. Register online here to receive the Zoom link.

Book for May 22 – Yayoi Kusama Covered Everything in Dots and Wasn’t Sorry by Fausto Gilberti

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Registration for Scribble Art Studio’s Summer Camp 2021 is now open.

Weekly sessions from June 7-Aug. 6 2021. Camp is from 9AM-Noon, Monday through Friday, and includes all art materials, two instructors and snacks.

Your young artist will explore different art themes from around the U.S.A. in Scribble’s Ode to the American Road Trip. Space is limited so book your spots today.

For ages 4-14. Includes all art materials, two instructors & snacks.

Register online here. 

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Children’s Museum of Pooler offers an array of camps for Summer 2021 for ages 4-10 including art, music, LEGO, science, explorers, storybook STEM camps.

Register online here.

ART-Tastc Camp
June 7-11 2021
9AM-Noon

Music To My Ears
June 14-18 2021
9AM—Noon

Storybook STEM Camp
June 21-25 2021
9AM-Noon

CMOP Explorers Camp
July 5-9 2021
9AM-Noon
or
ALL DAY 9AM-4PM

LEGO Camp
July 12-16 2021
9AM-Noon

Mad Science Camp
July 19-23
9AM-Noon

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Learn more here. 

Questions? Email Crystal Daniels cdaniels@childrensmuseumofpooler.com

Children’s Museum of Pooler
200 Tanger Outlets Blvd. Suite 589
Pooler, GA 31322
912-307-9503
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It’s time for Kindermusik Savannah’s monthly musical playdate!

Saturday, May 15 2021 at 10AM, we’ll be kicking up our heels and exploring various dances from all over the world.

This 40 minute class is packed with learning, love and laughter for you and your 0-7 year old. Each child will receive an instrument, 10 Kindermusik songs, and a coupon to apply to future Kindermusik classes! Spaces are limited – enroll today at kindermusikwith88keys.com.

Also, Kindermusik Savannah offers weekly classes 6 times per week – text 912-432-5885 to visit your first studio class for FREE!

Kindermusik…music now, skills for life.

Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys, 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302

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Enrollment for the Soccer Shots Savannah Summer Park Season is now open for children ages 2-8!

Soccer Shots Savannah is kicking off the season and wants your child to join them on Soccer Island! Soccer Shots Savannah will continue to take a variety of precautions to keep both our children and staff safe including temp checks and coaches wearing masks.

Looking for a more personalized Soccer Shots Experience? You can now host a neighborhood season for your child and their friends right in your backyard! Your squad, your way- and you get 50% off as the host.

Call Soccer Shots Savannah at 762.333.1177 or email rwright@soccershots.com for details.

Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program! Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah.soccershots.com.

Locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton.

FREE SOCCER DAY, June 12

Want to try the program and meet the Soccer Shots Savannah awesome coaches before you enroll? There will be a free soccer day at Forsyth Park in Savannah on June 12 2021 for all children ages 2-8. You must preregister for this free event. Visit savannah.soccershots.com and search by the keyword “free” to be directed to the registration page.”

Enroll online @ savannah.soccershots.com

Questions? Contact Rachel Wright, 762.333.1177, rwright@soccershots.com

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Water parks will be reopening for Summer 2021.

Who is ready for lazy river, spray pads & waterslides ?

Here are water parks in Statesboro, Jekyll Island & Charleston. (The Pooler water park – Surf Lagoon – is closed).

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Water Parks Near Savannah

Splash In The Boro opens for the 2021 summer season May 22 2021.
45 miles from Savannah in Statesboro, Ga.
Water Slides – 2 body slides and 1 inner tube slide wind around each other and finish with a plunge into a common wave pool. The park has a double flowrider , a 5-lane mat racer, a spray pad and slides for toddlers, 3 tube slides, a lazy river.

Open starting May 22. For hours click here.

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Summer Waves opening weekend May 14 2021.
75 Miles from Savannah on Jekyll Island.

Summer Waves Water Park located on Jekyll Island with 11 acres of splashing summertime fun for the whole family. Nine exciting attractions including six water slides, wave pool, lazy river, splash zone and kiddie area.

Open May 14. For hours, click here. Hours are subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm Summer Waves is open.  912.635.2074

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Charleston, SC Water Parks

Splash Zone Waterpark
at James Island County Park
871 Riverland Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
79 Miles from Savannah in Charleston, SC
Opens May 15 2021.
Schedule here.
200-foot tube slide – 200-foot open slide – Caribbean play structure with slides, wheels, and sprays – 500-foot lazy river with an adventure channel featuring sprays and a waterfall – Leisure pool – open seasonally

Whirlin Waters Adventure Waterpark
87 miles from Savannah in North Charleston, SC
Opens May 15 2021.
Schedule here.
Fun for all ages, Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark is located within North Charleston Wannamaker County Park and offers seasonal, island-style water play packed into over 15-acres.
Rip Tide Run mat racer takes riders on an exciting head-to-head competition over gut wrenching bumps, accelerating riders towards the finish line. (minimum height of 42”)

Splash Island Waterpark
91 miles away in Mount Pleasant, SC
Opens May 15 2021.
Schedule here. 
200-foot water slide – 16-foot otter slide – Sprays, geysers, and raindrop waterfalls – The Cyclone, a 10-minute swirling water ride – Recreational pool

St. Andrew’s School Soccer Team in State Playoffs

St. Andrew’s Region Champion Boys Varsity Soccer team is hosting the 1st round of the GISA region 2 AAA state playoffs vs. Valwood School on Tues.  May 4 2021 at 6PM. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students.

The St. Andrew’s team has outscored GISA opponents 47-4 this season. Their record is 9-1-1.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941 ext 452, www.saintschool.com , email hellew@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Calling All- Star Athletes. Mark your calendars!

You will not want to miss Crowned Elite Athletics All-Star Evaluations June 1-4 2021 for the 2021-22 season. Open to all ages, all skill levels.

Contact Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah today for more information. Email info@crownedeliteathletics.com or call 912.308.5719

Crowned Elite Athletics is an All Star Cheerleading, Tumbling, and Training facility in Savannah.

If your child is interested in joining an all star cheerleading team or wants to participate in tumbling classes, Crowned Elite Athletics would love them to become a part of their cheer family. The primary goal is to teach sportsmanship, integrity, and character, and secondly the art of cheerleading and tumbling. All of coaches are USASF certified levels 1-5.

Learn more here. 

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