The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Savannah.

The Globetrotters will bring their unrivaled show to the Savannah Civic Center on Wed. Nov. 28 2018 at 7PM.

Discount promo code

Get your tickets today online here or by phone: 800–351–7469.

Use code SAVE25 to receive 25% off select tickets to see the Globetrotters. This promo code valid online only, available on select price levels. Limit eight tickets per purchase.

Featuring some of the most elite dunkers on the planet, exceptional ball handlers, and Guinness World Record holders, a Globetrotters game is more than just basketball – they are the ultimate in family entertainment that will bring smiles and fan interaction to people of all ages.

__________________________

UPDATE: Winner is Jessy McMullan! Congratulations. Please email us anne@southernmamas.com! Thanks to all who entered to win.

Giveaway is now over. SouthernMamas.com is giving away a family-pack of four tickets to one lucky SouthernMamas.com reader.

To enter to win, go to the giveaway announcement post on our SouthernMamas.com Facebook by clicking here & comment on it telling us your pick for best local daycare, preschool or preK.  THEN SHARE THE POST. (Need some preK school ideas? Check out our Savannah school open house here)

Deadline to enter to win is 10PM this Tues. Nov. 13. We’ll pick a winner at random & announce it here; on our Facebook page & on Instagram. 

Elementary school or PreK searching in Savannah?

Come to an open house  to see all that St. Peter the Apostle School on Wilmington Island in Savannah on Mon. Nov. 12 2018  8:30AM-2:30PM and 6-7PM.

Visit. Tour. Explore.

The beautiful 10-acre campus includes a Lower School, Middle School, two gymnasiums, football field, practice field, and a state-of-the-art playground.

St. Peter’s offers full day faith-based instruction for students from three years old through 8th grade.

Following the traditions of the Sisters of Mercy, the school educates through a strong academic program and instills in its students a spirit of mercy, justice and loving concern.

Open House

Mon. Nov. 12 2018

Day Open House:  8:30AM-2:30PM

Evening Open House: 6-7PM.

This will be an opportunity to meet and greet teachers, tour the school facilities, and get to experience all that the Saint Peter’s community has to offer.

Learn more here.

Location

The school is easily accessible from Whitemarsh Island, the Truman Parkway, mid-town Savannah and Tybee Island. It’s located just off Highway 80 East (Victory Drive), not far from Thunderbolt.

St. Peter the Apostle School
7020 Concord Rd.
Savannah, GA 31410
Phone: 912-897-5224
Fax: 912-897-0801

For more information, visit www.school.saintpetertheapostle.com

St. Peter the Apostle School, www.school.saintpetertheapostle.com,  7020 Concord Rd., Savannah, 31410, 912-897-5224,  On Facebook here. On Twitter here. St. Peter the Apostle School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Pre-K or kindergarten searching in Savannah for the 2019-20 school year? Come tour the newly redone Blessed Sacrament School in Savannah @ a preK-Kindergarten Open House on Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018, 9-10:30AM.

Pre-K & Kindergarten Open House @ Blessed Sacrament School
Thurs. Nov. 15 2018,  9-10:30AM
RSVP 912.356.6987

See Blessed Sacrament’s new, state of the art science lab, art room, media center, music center, new lecture hall & new gym @ this landmark pre-K through 8th grade Savannah school.

BSS has what your child needs to go confidently into the future.

Email for more information: info@bss-savannah.org or call 912-356-6987.

Learn more about Blessed Sacrament – a pre-K through 8th grade school – here.

Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, www.bss-savannah.org, 1003 E. Victory Drive, Savannah 31405. On Facebook here 912-356-6987. Blessed Sacrament Catholic School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Give the gift of learning.

Sylvan Learning Center of Savannah is offering Black Friday discounts on giving the gift of tutoring or test prep. Buy 50 family hours that can be used for Math or Homework Support for $999 (20 percent off). Or buy 50 family hours that can be used for Reading, Writing, Study Skills or SAT/ACT Prep for $1999 (33 percent off)

Call 912.355.2267.

Sylvan Learning of Savannah. On Facebook here. Tel: 912-355-2267, 340 Eisenhower Dr, Ste 100, Savannah 31406 Sylvan Learning of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Congratulations to Mrs. Summer Bowen, a prekindergarten teacher at Savannah Christian Preparatory School (SCPS) in Chatham County, on being named the 2018 Teacher of the Year for the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA). The announcement occurred Mon. Nov. 5 @ the group’s annual conference in Atlanta. SCPS now employs the GISA Teacher of the Year for 2017 and 2018.

“Mrs. Bowen is an exceptional teacher, and it is evident from the interactions she has with her students, parents, and peers that she represents the true essence of what it means to be a teacher,” said SCPS headmaster Dr. Chris Harmon. He added, “While she is an outstanding teacher who wants her students to remember what they learned, her chief desire is that her students feel loved, inspired, and capable of accomplishing anything they try.”

Mrs. Bowen graduated from Georgia Southern University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and continued her education at Georgia Southern University, obtaining a master’s degree in teaching and learning in 2009. Before attending Georgia Southern University, she was a student at SCPS for thirteen years. Dr. Harmon states, “Mrs. Bowen not only represents the best of the best in teaching, but she is also a fantastic representation of our SCPS Alumni.”

Mrs. Bowen strives to meet the individual needs of each student and describes teaching as “a work of the heart.” She believes teaching is more than a sit and listen activity. In her view, “Education is making a positive difference in a child’s life whether that is academically, spiritually, intellectually, or hopefully, all of the above.” To Mrs. Bowen, education is more than a job – it is a calling.

The lower school principal at SCPS, Miss Becky Knight, nominated Mrs. Bowen for the award. In her nomination, Miss Knight describes Mrs. Bowen as “a student-centered teacher who develops inspiring relationships with her students and families while implementing engaging lessons in the classroom.” Miss Knight believes that Mrs. Bowen is “passionate about teaching and knows the impact she has on a young learner.” One of her teammates, Ms. Jill Elton, adds that Mrs. Bowen “strives to create the best learning environment that she can and is a great role model, leader, and team player.”

Learn more about SCPS @ an open house this Wed. Nov. 7, 9:30AM. Details here. 

About Georgia Independent School Association (GISA)

GISA is a non-profit association of private, independent, and parochial schools throughout the state of Georgia. The mission of GISA is to “advance excellence and collaboration among Georgia’s independent schools by serving the professional growth, advocacy and interscholastic needs of member schools.” Currently, GISA represents over 75,000 students in sixty counties with 166 member schools.

About Savannah Christian Preparatory School

Savannah Christian Preparatory School (SCPS) is an independent, non-denominational, PK-12, college prep, Christian school. Founded in 1951, SCPS has over 1,200 students and 200 employees on campus every day. SCPS alumni live in 435 American cities spread out among 45 states, and 23 foreign cities in 16 countries representing five continents around the world.

Learn more about SCPS @ an open house this Wed. Nov. 7, 9:30AM. Details here. 

Savannah Christian Preparatory School,  (912) 234-1653, www.savcps.com, On Facebook here. On Twitter here.  Follow SCPS on Instagram at savannahchristianprep   Savannah Christian Preparatory School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Sylvan Learning Center of Savannah is offering new classes for kids during Thanksgiving & Winter Holidays school breaks.

Coding: Intro to Game Design class will be Nov. 19, 20, 21: 10AM-2PM. Cost: $95.

Robotics Adventures class will be Dec. 26, 27, 28: 10AM-2PM. Cost: $95.

Call 912.355.2267 to register.

Sylvan Learning of Savannah. On Facebook here, Tel: 912-355-2267, 340 Eisenhower Dr, Ste 100, Savannah 31406 Sylvan Learning of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Fall family classes: Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys Piano is holding musical playdates this Sat. Nov. 10 2018; Wed. Nov. 14 2018; and Sat. Nov. 17 2018 at 10AM.

Theme is JUMPING BEANS: Music of Latin and South America!

Kindermusik Savannah also just kicked off their new weekly Saturday class, and it’s running every Saturday at 11AM. Join in the celebration by enrolling today @ kindermusikwith88keys.com.

Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com,  email music@kindermusikwith88keys.com or info@kindermusikwith88keys.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Bring your kids to the annual Gingerbread Village at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.

The Gingerbread Village 2018 will be on display in the Westin Savannah lobby from Nov. 24 though at least Dec. 29, 2018.

Make the trip to see the Gingerbread Village (Nov. 24-Dec. 29) even more special by catching the free ferry from River Street to the Westin. Ferry schedule here.

Free and open to the public. (Please schedule large group visits in advance.) Email
​ Gingerbread@savannahharborfoundation.com.

Location

Westin Savannah on Hutchinson Is.
1 Resort Drive
Savannah, GA 31421

Enter the Gingerbread competition

Do you have a classroom or club that is looking to participate in the Gingerbread Village Competition? The Westin has gingerbread shells available. Learn more about entering the competition here.  For additional information email
Gingerbread@savannahharborfoundation.com.

FREE HOLIDAY PARKING

The City of Savannah typical offers a holiday parking deal every Thursday and Friday in starting Nov. 23 through Dec. 22.

The first three hours in any city-owned garage is free. Any time over three hours is the daily rate.

Garages included: Bryan Street, Liberty Street, Robinson garage on Montgomery Street, State Street Garage and the Whitaker Street Garage.

Details will eventually be posted on the City of Savannah Web site.

Interested in all star cheer with  Crowned Elite Athletics?

Ready to get a glimpse of what it’s all about?

Crowned Elite Athletics prep team is the perfect way to get started. Half the time, half the commitment, lower cost & no travel expenses.

Join Crowned Elite Athletics  for their open evaluations Nov. 12 or 26 2018 to find out more about Crowned Elite’s prep team this season.

If you have questions, please email christy@crowendeliteathletics.com.

___________________________________________________

CHEER • PRINCESS • NINJA Kids’ Birthday Parties in Savannah

Looking for a new, entertaining spot for your child’s next party? Look no further than Crowned Elite Athletics gym in Savannah.

Host your party in their 5,000-sqft space, complete with your own personal coaching staff, tumbling equipment, ninja courses, a bouncy house and more.

$250 party includes 2 hour gym rental, trained coaching staff and party host. Book a party online here. 

Dates through the end of 2018 are now available. If you have questions, please email christy@crowendeliteathletics.com.

Crowned Elite Athletics, (912) 308-5719, crownedeliteathletics.com, 202 Bourne Blvd, Suite 160 Savannah, GA 31408, Crowned Elite Athletics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Admissions season has begun! Come visit Savannah’s private schools @ these open houses to get to know the schools yourself.

Upcoming Savannah private school open houses for prospective families include:

_____________________

Admissions Test @ Benedictine Military School, 8AM Sat. Dec. 1 2018. Registration details here. 

___________________

PreK-3 , PreK-4 & Kindergarten Open House @ St. Peter the Apostle School, Wilmington Is., Savannah, 8:30AM-2:30PM Mon. Dec. 3 2018. Registration details here. 

___________________

Open house @ Savannah Christian Preparatory School, 9:30AM Wed. Dec. 5 2018. Registration details here. 

____________________

Open house @ St. Andrew’s School, Wilmington Is., 9AM Thurs. Dec. 6 2018. Registration details here. 

____________________

Open House @ The Habersham School, 9AM Fri. Dec 7 @ Gould Cottage Campus. Registration details here. 

____________________

Open house @ JEA Preschool Savannah, 10AM Wed. Dec. 12 2018. Registration details here. 

Registration for the general public opens Mon. Nov. 12 2018 for the favorite holiday kids’ event – Savannah Santa Train – which will be Dec. 8 this year @ Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum. 

Kids can a short ride on a steam locomotive, create holiday themed crafts with community partners, visit with jolly old St. Nicholas & much more.

Want to register earlier than Nov. 12 for Savannah Santa Train? Become a Coastal Heritage Society member and receive access to a suite of benefits, including early registration on many of their signature events. Find membership info here. 

Starting Nov. 23, through the end of the holidays, CHS Members will receive 20% discounts at all CHS Gift Shops. 

To register early for Santa Train 2018, CLICK HERE.

Santa Train registration opens to the general public Mon. Nov. 12 2018.
Santa Train
Georgia State Railroad Museum
655 Louisville Rd.
Savannah, GA 31401

To celebrate the tenth-annual event, there will be more workshops and special programming than ever before. Guests can build a holiday wonderland with Snapology, enjoy caroling from Savannah Stage Company, see and purchase handmade holiday spinning tops created by the Lowcountry Turners, enjoy performances from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” by Savannah Children’s Theatre and design holiday cards for hospital patients with Savannah Children’s Museum’s “Carts with heART” program.

Other activities for visitors will include learning how to shoulder a musket during Toy Soldiers Training, festive holiday dancing with Three Fold Chord, engaging in STEAM learning to see how a chimney works during Chimney Science, celebrating different cultures during our “Holidays Around the World” scavenger hunt, taking a holiday-themed ride on a historic steam locomotive and sharing a Christmas wish with Santa Claus. The Salvation Army will also be bringing their mobile canteen with free donuts and coffee.

In addition to the many workshops and activities, visitors can purchase a gourmet grilled cheese from The Big Cheese food truck and have a sweet treat for dessert from Leopold’s Ice Cream.

Savannah Santa Train is hosted each year by Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum. Tickets are $15 per person for all guests eighteen months and up and pre-registration is required.

To register early for Santa Train 2018, CLICK HERE. Train rides are available every twenty minutes, so please select a time to reserve your spot. Activities-Only tickets are also available for guests who do not wish to ride the train.

___________________________________________________

Upcoming events @ Savannah Children’s Museum & Coastal Heritage Society sites

SCM & Ga State Railroad Museum CLOSED for Savannah Food & Wine Fest: Sat. Nov. 10 – Sun. Nov. 11 2018

Free admission to Savannah Children’s Museum for active military & veterans in recognition of Veterans’ Day: Mon. Nov. 12 2018

Sensory Soft Sunday (RSVP required). For families who have children w/ special needs or autism.  The museum will open their doors from 9-11AM, so families can explore & enjoy the space with less concern regarding crowds (weather permitting). Details here. : Sun. Nov. 18 2018

Savannah Santa Train: Sat. Dec. 8 2018

_______________________________

FOR MORE LOCAL KIDS’ HAPPENINGS, VISIT THE EVENT CALENDAR HERE. 

Savannah Children’s Museum & Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, 31401 Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

If your son is interested in attending Benedictine Military School in Savannah then register him for Benedictine’s admission test held Sat. Dec. 1 2018, 8AM.

Founded in 1902, Benedictine Military School is an all-male, Catholic, college preparatory day school educating young men grades 9-12.

Freshman applicants must also take the Admissions Test.  Learn more about Benedictine’s admissions process here.

_________________________

Benedictine Military School
6502 Seawright Drive
Savannah, GA 31406
(912) 644-7000

Benedictine Military School, 6502 Seawright Dr. Savannah, GA 31406, tel: (912) 644-7000, On Facebook here.  Follow Benedictine on twitter here.  Benedictine Military School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

You’re invited to the 10th Annual Tybee Lighted Boat Parade on Fri. Dec 7 2018 at The Original Crab Shack on Tybee Is.

The event begins at 7PM with a Hot Dog & Chili Bar. The Hot Dog & Chili Bar is FREE for EVERYONE with a Second Harvest canned food donation.

Boats depart Crab Shack docks at approximately 7:30PM (Tybee Time). Boats return around 8:15PM

Braggin’ Rights Awards will be given out after the parade. Want to decorate your boat and participate in the parade? Learn more here. 

Fri. Dec. 7 at 7PM – 8:15PM
The Crab Shack
40 Estill Hammock Rd
Tybee Island, Georgia 31328

_______________________________

FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2018 HERE. 

Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah will honor our nation’s veterans with a special living history weekend Nov, 10 & 11. Living historians from the 48th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment will recreate many aspects of daily life inside the Civil War-era post.

A variety of programs will be offered giving visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the American Civil War.

The 48th New York Infantry was stationed at Fort Pulaski from June 1862 through June 1863. During their year-long stay, the unit remained vigilant, always prepared for a Confederate counter attack, an attack that never materialized. Their stay was documented in a series of early photographs that are displayed in exhibits throughout the park.

Sat. Nov 10 2018
9:00 Colors
9:30 Squad & Bayonet Drill
10:00 Guided Fort Tour
10:30 Music at Fort Pulaski – Fort Chapel
11:00 Civil War Soldier and Musket Demonstration
12:00 Cannon Demonstration
12:30 Guided Fort Tour
1:00 Squad & Bayonet Drill
1:30 Music at Fort Pulaski – Fort Chapel
2:00 Cannon Demonstration
2:30 Civil War Soldier and Musket Demonstration
3:15 A Garrison Funeral
4:15 Parade and Salute to Veterans Day with the 48th NY

Sun. Nov. 11 2018 (FREE ADMISSION)
9:00 Colors
9:30 Music at Fort Pulaski – Fort Chapel
10:00 Church Call – Fort Chapel
11:00 Special Program: 11th Month, 11th Day, 11th Hour: Remembering the War to End All Wars
11:30 Baseball Game
1:00 March out of Fort – Living History Program Concludes
1:30 Guided Fort Tour
3:00 Guided Fort Tour

To commemorate Veterans Day, the National Park Service will waive all entrance fees for Veterans Day. Savannah’s national park – Fort Pulaski National Monument – will be free to visit Sun Nov, 11 2018.

Along with living history activities, join park rangers and commemorate one hundred years since the end of the “War to End All Wars” by blanketing the grounds with poppies, each containing the name of a veteran. On Sunday at 11 am–the eleventh hour of eleventh day of the eleventh month, and the official end of the First World War—park rangers will present a special centennial program on World War I and the origins of Veterans Day. Throughout the day, you are invited to honor those who served by adding your own veteran to our field of flowers.

Fort Pulaski, Hwy 80 East Savannah, 31410-0757 tel: (912) 786-5787. Details here. 

________________________________________

Your kids can become a Junior Ranger 

Take advantage of the fact that we live within a day’s drive of multiple national parks & monuments & have your kids become a junior ranger at one or many of these sites.

When you take kids to tour national parks, you never know how much they are getting out of the visit. Especially for those of us moms who aren’t exactly history experts.

Which is why you need to pick up the Junior Ranger booklets at the visitor centers of national parks you visit. The Junior Ranger program kids engage more during the visits.

Junior Ranger booklets have activities about the national parks for ages 5-12. Junior ranger books are free to any visitor and usually are available at the visitors’ centers. Often, similar programs with more advanced activities are also available for older kids. Just ask at the site’s visitor center.

While doing the activities, children enjoy earning a badge and a certificate.

Nearby national parks/monuments that have Junior Ranger programs include:
*Fort Pulaski National Monument, on U.S. 80 en route to Tybee Island. Info on the Fort Pulaski Junior Program here.
*Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie national monuments, Charleston, S.C. Info on these forts Junior Ranger program here.
*Cumberland Island National Seashore, Ga. More info here.
*Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island. Info on the Fort Frederica National Monument Junior Ranger Program here. 
*Ocmulgee National Monument in Macon. Info on Ocmulgee’s National Monument Junior Ranger Program here.
* Congaree National Park near Columbia. Info on Junior Ranger Program here. 

(Rincon) 2018 Rincon Christmas Parade, Sat. Nov. 17, 10-11AM.

(Pooler) Pooler Christmas Tree Lighting, Sun. Nov. 18, 5:30PM. S’mores, Santa and plenty of fun for the whole family. Pooler Memorial Park is located at the corner of US Highway 80 East and Pooler Parkway (across the street from BiLo). Sponsored by the City of Pooler.

(Savannah) Special Thanksgiving Break Kids Fitness Jam @ Hyperformance Athletics. For grades 1st-5th. Wed. Nov. 21 & Fri. Nov. 23.
10:15-11:15AM. $10 per class. Details here. 

(Savannah) Santa Cruise: Sailing & Photos with Santa on Santa Cruise Savannah Riverboat Cruises. Children sail for free with donation of an new & unwrapped toy. Fri. Nov. 23 & Sat. Nov. 24. Reservation details here. 

(Savannah) Tree Lighting at Bull & Broughton, Fri. Nov. 23 at 6-7PM A festive countdown to the holiday tree lighting on the corner of Broughton & Bull Streets with live performances, singing and dancing for the whole family to celebrate the holidays. Details here. 

(Savannah) Gingerbread village on display @ Westin Savannah, Hutchinson Is. starting Sat. Nov. 24 through at least Dec. 29. Free & open to the public. Details here. 

(Savannah) Lighted Boat Parade on River Street, Sat. Nov. 24. A Christmas parade, Savannah style. Over 40 lighted boats parade both sides of the waterfront starting @ 7:15PM. Fireworks @ end of parade. Details here.

(Savannah) Free photos with Santa @ Bass Pro Shops @ Savannah Mall. Visit Santa & get a photo for free. Reserve a virtual spot in line while playing games & making crafts as a family. FREE & Open to the public.

(Savannah) South Carolina Ballet presents Nutcracker  @ Savannah Civic Center, 5:30PM Sat. Nov. 24 Details & tickets here.

(Savannah) December Nights & Holiday Lights @ Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, Sun & Sat. Nov. 24 & Nov. 25, 6-9PM. More than 1,000,000 lights on display at this annual holiday event. Open on select nights beginning Sat. Nov. 24 until Sun. Dec. 23 2018.

(Savannah) Museum Store Sunday is Nov. 25. Enjoy extra discounts @ Telfair Museums Jepson Center gift shop on Sun. Nov. 25. Purchase signed books by children’s book authors & enjoy interactive activities inspired by the books with your children. You can also show your stuff & compete in holiday & art trivia (with prizes!) every half hour. Or get colorful with your kids & make Christmas cards at a coloring table. Details here

(Savannah) St. Vincent’s Academy’s annual Christmas Extravaganza @ Alee Temple, 6-9PM Thurs. Nov. 29. Open to all. Details here. 

(Savannah) Cookies with Santa at Bull & Broughton, Sat. Dec. 1, 1-3PM Enjoy Mrs. Claus’ cookies with Santa on the corner of Broughton & Bull Streets and witness the magical moments of the holidays in the eyes of young children. Bring your little ones for a chance to meet Santa and take a picture with him. They will also get the opportunity to write a letter and mail it to the North Pole. Details here. 

(Garden City) Tree Lighting & Christmas in the Park festival, 6PM Sat. Dec. 1. Free & open to the public. Details here. 

(Tybee Is) Tybee Christmas Parade. The parade begins from the 14th Street parking lot (behind Hotel Tybee), travels up Tybrisa to Butler Avenue then to the Tybee Gym where children will have photo time with Santa. Tybee YMCA will have surprises for all to enjoy at the gym. 1PM Sat. Dec. 1.

(Bloomingdale) City of Bloomingdale Christmas Parade, Sat. Dec. 1, 10AM-Noon.

(Richmond Hill) City of Richmond Hill Christmas Parade, Sat. Dec. 1, 10AM-1PM. Along Ford Avenue.

(Tybee Is) 10th Annual Tybee Island Lighted Boat Parade, Fri. Dec. 7, 7-9PM. Starting @ Crab Shack. Boats depart Crab Shack docks @ approximately 7:30PM (Tybee Time). Boats return around 8:15PM, 40 Estill Hammock Rd. Details here. 

(Savannah) Skatefest. Savannah Civic Center turns into giant indoor ice rink. Skate rentals available. Dec. 7, 2018 – Jan. 2, 2019. Details here. 

(Savannah) Savannah Santa Train @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Sat. Dec. 8. Details here. 

(Savannah) Savannah Christmas Lighted Parade, Sat. Dec. 8. Begins @ 5:30PM on Historic River Street & continues through downtown Savannah, featuring a Grand Marshal, community floats, cars, trolleys, walking groups and more.

(Savannah) Christmas on the River 2018, Savannah’s River Street, Dec. 7-9. Schedule TBA.

(Savannah) Jingle Bell Block Hop in Ellis Square, Sat. Dec. 8, 2-4PM. A holiday block party celebrating one of the favorite songs of all times, Jingle Bells, which was penned here in Savannah. It will be an afternoon full of live performances, singing and dancing activities for the whole family. Details here. 

(Tybee Is) Annual Tybee Island Tour de Lights Christmas Parade, Dec. 8, 7-8PM. All are invited to join in the holiday fun at the 11th Annual Tybee Island Tour de Lights Christmas Parade. Dress your bicycle and/or golf cart in its holiday finery & spread the holiday cheer across Tybee. Parade begins & ends at A-J’s Dockside (1315 Chatham Ave). Registration: 3-6PM. Oyster roast, door prizes, & raffle drawing: 4:30PM. “Best of” judging: 6PM. Parade @ 7PM.

(Savannah) City Market for Kids @ Savannah City Market, Sat. Dec. 8, 11AM-2PM.  Make ornaments, decorate cookies, get Grinched with hair and makeup then meet Father Christmas and take a carriage tour. Face painting, choir music.  Free & open to the public.

(Pembroke) 2018 Christmas Parade & Festival, Sat. Dec. 8, 2-8PM. The Christmas Market starts @ 2PM; the Parade begins @ 5:30PM in Pembroke, GA.

(Savannah) Here We Come A Caroling at Bull & Broughton, Sat. Dec. 15, 5-7PM. Enjoy listening to the sound of holiday cheer from various choirs while exploring Savannah’s Historic District. Details here. 

(Tybee Is.) Christmas Tour at the Tybee Island Light Station. Enjoy seeing the island’s twinkling lights from the top of the lighthouse, carols, hot cider, candlelight. Call 912-786-5801 for reservations. 6:30PM, 7:30PM & 8:30PM Dec. 15 & 22.

(Savannah) Holidays on the Big Screen in Ellis Square, Sat. Dec. 22, 6-8PM Bring everyone downtown along with chairs & blankets to watch a favorite holiday movie under the stars. Details here. 

(Tybee Is) Tybee Island New Year’s Eve Fireworks, Dec. 31, 2018 @ 11:55PM-Jan. 1, 2019 @ 12:30AM. Launches from the Tybee Pier

(Tybee Is) Tybee Polar Plunge, Jan. 1, 2019, Noon-2PM @ the Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion. Join more than 1,000 as they plunge into the chilly Atlantic. Cost for adults: $25; Kids under 12 cost: $15. Fee includes our exclusive souvenir long-sleeve T-shirt.

Here’s a way your kids can protect their teeth from too much Halloween candy & show appreciation to our U.S. troops.

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry in Savannah will collect your kids’ extra and leftover Halloween candy & send the candy to our troops overseas through  Operation Gratitude.

Kids can donate their Halloween candy @ Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry and it will be sent to our troops overseas. Everyone wins by participating in the program kids improve their oral health & support our men and women overseas.

The rules:
1. Drop unused, wrapped candy off between the dates of Nov. 1- Nov. 6 2018. Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM and
Friday 8AM-2PM.
2. By donating each person will be entered to win Starbucks and Amazon gift cards.
3. Enjoy giving back to our troops overseas

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry
4849 Paulsen St., Suite 101
Savannah, GA 31405
912-298-KIDS (5437)

__________________________________

About Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah specializes in children. Board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Krista Hinchey and her team are experts on the growing smile.

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry accepts the following insurance: Amerigroup, CareSource, PeachState and Well Care (these are all Georgia Medicaid) The other main ones accepted @ Dogwood are United Concordia/Tricare (military), Ameritas, MetLife and Cigna. 

Stay connected with Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry and learn more about this new Savannah pediatric dentist practice by liking the practice on Facebook here. 

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, www.dogwoodsmiles.com, 4849 Paulsen St., Suite 101, Savannah 31405, 912-298-KIDS (5437), email admin@dogwoodsmiles.com. Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser