Looking for an active Savannah moms group?

You’re invited to check out “Me and Mommy”, which will meet on Tuesday, May 13th at 10:30AM. The group will be celebrating moms!

There will be songs, a craft and a snack. This is a free event for infants through pre-school age children and their moms.

Come for a fun time to New Life Fellowship, 12915 White Bluff Rd., Savannah, GA.

For more information call Judy at 912-961-0069 or e-mail at judethr@aol.com

Sign-up at “Me and Mommy in Savannah, GA” on Facebook here.

Yoga Fest — 2 Days of Free Yoga Classes
Saturday, May 31, 2014 – Sunday, June 1, 2014
Savannah Yoga Center,
1319 Bull St.
Savannah, 31401
912.232.2994

Come sample Savannah Yoga Center’s excellent teachers. No registration necessary, Just Show Up!

Twice a year, Savannah Yoga Center offers Yoga Fest to celebrate and give back to the Savannah Community. These 40 minute sample classes are FREE and open to the public and current students, allowing everyone to try out different teachers and styles of yoga. This is a wonderful opportunity to try yoga, change up your personal practice, and become involved in this beautiful community!

Click here for the schedule of classes.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1319 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 & 111 Canal St. #101, Pooler, GA 31322
Email info@savannahyoga.com (912) 232-2994, email savannahyoga@gmail.com , www.savannahyoga.com Savannah Yoga Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Fight summer boredom by learning a new instrument!

Take advantage of the extra time during the summer and sign up for piano/violin lessons! Space is limited so reserve your slot today!

Contact Lydia Rabon at LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com or (843)819-5022.

Learn more by “liking” Music Lessons by Lydia on Facebook here.

With over ten years of teaching experience, Lydia has a passion for seeing students succeed in music. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from Charleston Southern University. Experience coupled with knowledge makes her the best fit for your child’s needs!

Music is a wonderful tool in a child’s development. It provides a creative outlet while addressing other goal areas such as fine motor skills.

Enroll your children in piano/violin lessons today. Lessons are given out of her home in downtown Savannah. Ages 3 and up.

Call or email today to schedule a lesson: LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com or (843)819-5022.

30 minute lessons: $25
45 minute lessons: $38

Lydia Rabon, MT-BC, Board Certified Music Therapist, Piano/Violin Instructor, (843) 819-5022, email LydiaAsmith1@gmail.com On Facebook here. Lydia Rabon is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Bring that special lady who gave you life to a yoga class on May 11th for FREE at Savannah Yoga Center!

Click here to see a schedule of classes.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1319 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401 & 111 Canal St. #101, Pooler, GA 31322
Email info@savannahyoga.com and be sure to mention the POOLER location! (912) 232-2994, email savannahyoga@gmail.com , www.savannahyoga.com Savannah Yoga Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Celebrate Memorial Day with a reflection on American battles, touring historic sites.

Below are Georgia forts, museums and battlefields near Savannah. For directions and admission fees, visit GeorgiaStateParks.org.

·Fort King George State Historic Site, Darien
From 1721 until 1736, this fort was the southern outpost of the British empire in North America. Climb into the reconstructed cypress blockhouse, explore the palisaded earthen fort and tabby ruins, tour the museum. Be sure to hike the pretty nature trail following the river and marsh. For those wishing to take a mini staycation while in the area, campsites and cabins are nearby at Fort McAllister and Skidaway Island state parks.

·Fort Morris State Historic Site, Midway
This earthen fort on the Medway River protected Georgia against the British in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. A museum describes the colonial port of Sunbury, and a nature trail and picnic sites are available. For a holiday getaway, cabins and campsites are found nearby at Fort McAllister and Skidaway Island state parks.

·Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond Hill
This beautiful park south of Savannah marked the end of General Sherman’s March to the Sea and is the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy. On Saturday, May 24, watch a program about Civil War soldiers, as well as musket and cannon firings. Nestled among giant live oaks and Spanish moss, this park is also a great place for camping, hiking, fishing and boating. Cabins overlook the forest and marsh.

Kids can earn a limited edition Civil War badge. Details here.

Georgia State Park now offers gift cards. Think perfect gift for golfers, hikers, anglers, campers, history buffs or anyone who enjoys being outdoors. Details here.

First Presbyterian’s VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: JUNGLE SAFARI

Children ages 3 years-5th grade are invited to Vacation Bible School, June 16-20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Jungle Safari is coming to First Presbyterian Church in Savannah.

Children will learn that God is their creator, provider, and savior through Bible stories, songs, and games. They will explore the nature of God, and learn to serve God with their hearts, minds, and hands. The cost for the week is $20 for the 1st child, $10 for each additional child(ren).

To register, pick up a form at the church office, 520 Washington Avenue 31405 or visit their website, www.savannahfpc.org Questions? wshelburne@gmail.com or 354.7615.

FOR MORE SAVANNAH SUMMER CAMPS, CLICK HERE.

Mother’s Massage Day Special
$47 for 60 minute Swedish Massage.
Must use within 6 months. Must be prepaid. $65 value.
Details here.

Ranicki Chiropractic Wellness Center, a wellness center at heart located in Pooler & serving greater Savannah, 1147 US Highway 80 West, Pooler, Ga 31322, (912) 376-1506, email: info@RanickiChiropractic.com , www.RanickiChiropractic.com  Ranicki Chiropractic Wellness Center is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

FREE Rose Festival and Arts & Crafts Fair
Saturday, May 3, 2014
10 am – 3 pm

Savannah Botanical Garden
1388 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, Ga. 31406
(912) 355-3883
email sacgc@att.net

http://www.savannahbotanical.org/

Event will include:
Rose Info
Food
Crafts
Plant Sale
Garden Tours
Ask a Master Gardener
One Love Animal Rescue
Fun Activities in the Children’s Garden!

Free Admission & Free Parking!

For vendor info contact Betty Ward b.ward839@comcast.net

FOR MORE FREE LOCAL KIDS’ EVENTS, CLICK HERE.

Experienced musician Ira Miller in Savannah is accepting new students starting June 10th!

Offering lessons drums (beginner and intermediate), guitar (beginner), and ear training and basic theory.

Ira’s approach is more than just playing the instrument. It’s about connecting with music through various exercises and methods such as listening to samples of various styles or learning rhythms by clapping to different beats.

Ira Miller has over 5 years teaching experience and has a received a BFA in Music from the California Institute of the Arts in Valencia, CA.

Accepting students ages 8 and up. $25/half hour & $45/hour.

Please visit www.iradmillermusic.com  to hear sound clips of Ira’s performances to get a better idea of his playing background.

Ira Miller, email irdami@me.com , tel. 323-206-8943, www.iradmillermusic.com Ira Miller is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

BRING A FRIEND TO SCHOOL

On Friday, May 9, St. Andrew’s School – a private school on Wilmington Is. in Savannah –is inviting rising Pre-K through Grade 11 students to shadow a current St. Andrew’s student.  A prospective student will attend classes, be our guest for lunch and learn more about the St. Andrew’s community.

Call 897.4941, x. 452 to reserve a spot for your son or daughter.

St. Andrew’s School recently received recognition as one of the most challenging high schools in the nation. This marks the third year in a row for the Savannah private school to receive the honor.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Road, Savannah, 31410, www.saintschool.com  St. Andrew’s School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Scribble Art Studio is back with a new line-up of Blick Art Materials – Savannah Saturday Workshops starting this Sat. May 3 @ Dick Blick Savannah, 318 E. Broughton St. Savannah, 31401. For ages 6 & older.  1-2:30 PM. Cost: $25.

See a complete list of workshops available here.

Last minute or same day sign ups please call 912-713-7376 to ensure workshop availability!

To learn more about Scribble’s art classes & children’s birthdays in Pooler & Savannah, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. For gifts, Scribble as art kits & gift certificates. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

New Kindermusik May themes begin next week, May 5th in Savannah.

Babies newborns through age 2 will be doing “Mama Goose” at 9:30am and toddlers ages 2 and 3 will be doing “Colors and Shapes on the Farm” at 10:20am! All classes meet on Mondays.

Online enrollment is available anytime from www.88keysga.com then clicking on the Kindermusik tab or by calling 912-988-KEYS (5397). Kindermusik also offers sibling discounts.

Also, join Kindermusik for their May play date: “Brains, Trains and Musical Strains” which will be all about trains on Monday, May 19th at 11:10am!

Baby Scholarship

Lastly, Kindermusik announces its special needs baby scholarship for the month of June! One winner will receive a month of FREE Kindermusik classes in June! If you have a child that you think may be eligible for this scholarship, please email music@88keysga.com and request a scholarship application. Your child must be ages 0-3 and be available to attend Kindermusik on Mondays starting June 9.

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

Attention lovers of art, comics, video games, anime, cosplay, and more.

You’re invited to  SwarmCon 2014, the annual Savannah mecca for gamers, comics lovers, cosplayers, artists and more! A place to showcase your craft and experience the awesomeness of the clubs from the local Savannah College of Art and Design!

Open to the public & kid-friendly. Details here.

Come hang out and play games and see some awesome artwork and costumes!

At the door prices will be $10 for SCAD Students and $15 for non-SCAD students. Registration will be held at Embassy Suites starting at 9:30 AM.

Embassy Suites Savannah Historic District, 605 West Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, Georgia 31401

Want to get together with moms of other infants through pre-school age children for a Moms Night Out?

Check out the Me & Mommy group in Savannah.

Me and Mommy group is having a Mom’s Night Out. They’ll meet at Carmike Cinemas Wynnsong 11 on Friday, May 9th to watch the movie, “Mom’s Night Out”.

The time may change slightly but the showing is scheduled for 7:00pm. Plan to meet in the lobby at 6:45pm if you want to sit together. The

ticket is $10.75. Hope you can come, it should be fun. Sign-up at Me and Mommy in Savannah, GA https://www.facebook.com/groups/61346564179/

The PTAs for Charles Ellis Montessori Academy, Garrison Elementary, Jacob G. Smith Elementary & Heard Elementary along with SouthernMamas.com are sponsoring a non-partisan forum for candidates running in the May 20, 2014 election for President of the Savannah Chatham County School Board.

All 5 candidates have confirmed participation: Sadie C. Brown, Jolene Byrne, Chester A. Ellis, George Seaborough, Dave Simons.

Come & hear where the candidates stand on issues that directly affect our children’s lives.

SUBMIT A QUESTION
Would you like to submit a question for the candidates? Moderator WSAV Coastal Sunrise Anchor Dave Kartunen will review the submissions and pick the questions to ask based on what parents and other citizens submit. You can email your question to ptaforumquestions@gmail.com

Wednesday, May 7, 2014
6:30-8 PM
Savannah Jewish Educational Alliance
5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, Ga.31405
Details here.

FREE & open to the public.

FREE CHILDCARE

FREE childcare will be available at the forum with RSVP by Monday, May 5th to Jennifer Rich at 912-355-8111 or programming@savj.org

MORE DETAILS here.

 Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah is located in the former Central of Georgia Roundhouse and Repair Shops Complex at Savannah.

GSRM offers daily tours, student programming, private tour and event bookings, and more!

The repair shops complex that houses Georgia State Railroad Museum is recognized as the largest collection of Antebellum railroad structures in the United States.

The historic railroad structures at the Georgia State Railroad Museum site include a partial Roundhouse with operating turntable, partial Machine Shop, Tender Frame Shop, Blacksmith Shop, Boiler House, Storehouse & Print Shop, Lumber and Planing Sheds, Coach and Paint Shops, and a partial Carpentry Shop which now houses Savannah Children’s Museum. Many of these structures are open for visitors to explore.

Georgia State Railroad Museum
655 Louisville Road
Savannah, GA. 31401
More details including admission costs by clicking here.

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

We think it should be Mothers’ Month not Mother’s Day. What better way to celebrate Mothers’ Month then with a mother’s daughter tea at one of the tea rooms in Savannah or Bluffton. Here are our favorites:

Tea in the Garden (during May only) at the Davenport House
324 E. State St.
Savannah, 31401
Thursdays & Fridays in May 2014
Program dates & times: May 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 at 4:30 p.m. & 22, 23, 29, 30 at 5 p.m.
Admission: $18
Reservations recommended. Limited attendance.
Length of Program: 60 to 75 minutes
Learn about tea traditions and experience an early 19th century tea in Davenport House’s beautiful courtyard garden. Patrons will visit areas of the home where tea service took place & will participate in an afternoon tea given with costumed interpreters in the garden.
The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs.
More details here.

Tea year-round including children’s tea at the Cottage Café, Bakery & Tea Room
38 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC
Offers a variety of teas including light afternoon tea, cream tea, full cottage tea & children’s tea for children 10 & younger.
Details here.

Afternoon Tea year-round at the Gryphon Tea Room
337 Bull St. Savannah, 31401
Details here.

OLD FORT JACKSON’S 206th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Old Fort Jackson
1 Fort Jackson Road
Savannah, GA 31404
May 17, 2014
Hours: 10am-4pm
Regular admission pricing applies

Join in celebrating Old Fort Jackson’s birthday. There will be a dress up station where kids can wear historic outfits as well as an exciting 3 person slingshot activity.

Savannah Children’s Museum will be there too with their big blue blocks!

Singing Happy Birthday and cupcakes will be at 3:30pm and, to end the festivities, staff will fire the 32 pound cannon.

For hours & admission costs, click here.

Coastal Heritage Society manages Old Fort Jackson, a historic fort located on the Savannah River three miles east of downtown Savannah, www.chsgeorgia.org/, Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

As part of National Park Week 2014 (April 19 – 27), Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah will hold special Junior Ranger Day activities on Saturday, April 26 2014, starting at 10 AM

Participants at Fort Pulaski can earn a special Junior Ranger Day certificate and patch by participating in a variety of experiences to learn more about the National Park Service and Fort Pulaski National Monument. Activities will include historic weapons drills, like those conducted by the Civil War soldiers that once lived and worked at Fort Pulaski.

Children will be able to do special activity sheets to earn National Park Service Civil War trading cards and explore the park while completing the park Junior Ranger program and earning a Junior Ranger badge.

Saturday, April 26 – National Junior Ranger Day

10 AM Guided Fort Tour
11:30 AM Historic Weapon Demonstration
11:45 AM Junior Ranger Drill
1 PM Guided Fort Tour
1:30 PM Junior Ranger Coloring Activity
2:30 PM Historic Weapon Demonstration
2:45 PM Junior Ranger Drill

Fort Pulaski National Monument is on U.S. Highway 80, 15 miles east of Savannah, www.nps.gov/fopu  tel (912) 786-5787.

Saturday May 3, 2014 is Free Comic Book Day at COMICS & MORE on 137 E Montgomery Crossroads in Savannah, GA, 31406. (912) 925-770

Free Comic Book Day is a single day – the first Saturday in May each year – when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to anyone who comes into their stores. (Thanks to reader Lynn Adams for this event tip!)

FOR MORE FREE SAVANNAH KIDS’ EVENTS, CLICK HERE.

Check out the Savannah businesses that will offer sweet freebies on May 20 when you show your ‘I voted’ sticker. May 20 is the Savannah-Chatham school board president election.

Want to get to know the candidates for Savannah-Chatham school board president? The PTAs for Charles Ellis Montessori Academy, Garrison Elementary, Jacob G. Smith Elementary & Heard Elementary along with SouthernMamas.com are sponsoring a non-partisan forum for candidates running in the May 20, 2014 election for President of the Savannah Chatham County School Board.

All 5 candidates have confirmed participation: Sadie C. Brown, Jolene Byrne, Chester A. Ellis, George Seaborough, Dave Simons.

Come & hear where the candidates stand on issues that directly affect our children’s lives.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014
6:30-8 PM
Savannah Jewish Educational Alliance
5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, Ga.31405

Details on the May 7 candidates forum here.

UPDATE: WINNER is Jennifer Roulo. Congratulations Jennifer! Please email us at anne@southernmamas.com

This week, a lucky SouthernMamas.com reader will win four tickets to Sesame Street Live’s “Can’t Stop Singing” – coming to the Savannah Civic Center – Johnny Mercer Theatre this summer June 10 & 11 2014.

To enter to win, visit the SouthernMamas.com Facebook page by clicking here; like the page; then comment on our wall, telling us your favorite Sesame Street memory from your own childhood or your child’s or your favorite Sesame Street character.  Deadline to enter: 9 PM Sun. April 27. We’ll pick a name at random & announce the winner here & on our Facebook page.

Sesame Street Live
“Can’t Stop Singing”
Savannah, GA; Savannah Civic Center
Tuesday, June 10 & Wednesday, June 11, 2014

When Elmo gets his furry fingers on Abby Cadabby’s magic wand, there’s something in the air – and Sesame Street becomes a nonstop, all-singing, all-dancing musical montage! Grover and Baby Bear sing their highs and lows, Cookie Monster sings fast and slow, Bert and Ernie converse in song and Murray makes mouth music for all to sing along! Learn why it feels good to sing a song, but why it feels good to stop, too! What will Elmo learn about the power of musical magic? Join the conga line of fun to find out!

Sesame Street Live is a larger-than-life, musical touring stage production featuring Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert and Ernie…and more. Each performance is 90 minutes of singing, dancing and audience participation, including a 15-minute intermission. The perfect length for very young children.

Ticket information
• Tickets on sale now at the box office and all Etix locations. To charge by phone, call 912-651-6557. Ticket prices: $15, $25, $30 (Gold Circle) & $55 (Sunny Seats).
• Group savings available. Groups 10+ call 912-651-6557.
• Get the ultimate fan experience with Sunny Seats. The Sunny Seats Package includes a VIP Seat and a pre-show Meet & Greet photo opportunity with two Sesame Street Live friends.
• Additional fees/surcharges may apply.

Performance Schedule
• Tuesday, June 10: 6:30 PM
• Wednesday, June 11: 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM

Only more week to get a 15% discount on Pottery Camp at Savannah’s Clay Spot, if you register and pay by May 1st.

Pottery camps are weekly 9-12noon running June, July and August. For more info, click here.

Savannah’s Clay Spot is at 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, GA 31401. The studio sits on the SW corner of Barnard and Henry Street with the front door facing Henry St. There is parking right in front of the studio facing Henry Street. Look for the fun red fence.

For all information either call Lisa Bradley at 912-509-4647 or e-mail lisa@savannahsclayspot.com

“Like” Savannah’s Clay Spot on Facebook here to stay connected.

Savannah’s Clay Spot, www.savannahsclayspot.com, 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401, tel. 912-509-4647 or e-mail lisa@savannahsclayspot.com

Disney Free Dining Promotion Coming Soon?

Although nothing is official, the rumor mill is going strong that Disney will release a Free Dining promotion in the coming week(s). It’s expected that the offer will be available for travel dates this fall.

If you’re planning a Walt Disney World vacation this year and looking for a great value, this is Disney’s most popular discount. Request your no-obligation vacation quote now from Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel & she’ll add your name to her priority email list.

Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel
843.284.3241
Become a Facebook fan here.

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