More than 110,000 men, women, and children are on the national transplant waiting list. Even worse, every ten minutes someone new is added.
Each year, the difference between the number of people waiting for organs versus the number of people willing to donate grows wider year after year. While 95% of US adults support organ donation, only about 54% are actually signed up to be donors. That means about 20 people die each day waiting for a transplant.
SouthCoast Health professionals in Savannah can answer all of your medical questions, and, since SouthCoast has a wide range of medical professionals and departments, they can handle most discussions about organ donation, no matter what body part your questions cover.
Learn more about organ donation and why you should become an organ donor here.
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Thurs. April 18 2024, 10:30-11:30AM @ the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah.
$5 per child. Adults: Members free, Non-members $12
Start your day with art. Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson in downtown Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Space is limited. Pre-register to secure your spot.
U-pick daffodils opens when blooms are available to pick @ U-pick Daffodils farm in nearby Okatie, SC (near Bluffton).
FOR 2024: As of March 6, U Pick Daffodils was closed for now waiting on better weather & fresh blooms. They will post here when they open or text Chuck at 843.368.1998.
The farm’s hours are dependent upon the weather and availability of flowers.
Pick your own are 50 cents per stem. Pre-picks are $9 for 15 stems. Parking is free.
UPickDaffodils.com is family owned and operated on what was once the family dairy farm. Chuck and Diane have planted several varieties of daffodils, not all of which bloom at the same time, according to their Web site.
SouthCoast Health lists several key metrics for heart health here.
Find the recommended levels and info for the following measures here:
Blood pressure.
Total cholesterol
BMI
Blood Sugar
Smoking Status
Physical activity
Diet
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Cardiovascular Appointment
SouthCoast physicians can help you track the key data listed here, as well as discuss other areas of health that could go overlooked when it comes to protecting your heart.
To schedule an appointment, call 912.691.3600 or book online.
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Tormenta FC welcomes all players between the ages of 4-14 to join in this season across the various practice locations: Savannah, Skidaway Island, Wilmington Island, Bluffton.
You can register a full team of players or as an individual. Tormenta welcomes all players of all skill levels to participate in this soccer program! The Recreation program will run for 8 weeks. Each team will practice once a week, and games are scheduled on Saturdays throughout the season!
Tormenta FC will have recreation soccer programs at the following locations:
Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex – Monday or Wednesday
If you haven’t already heard, Disney Cruise Line is launching their brand new ship the Treasure!
The brand new Disney Treasure will begin sailing in December of 2024 on 7 night Eastern and Western Caribbean Itineraries!!
The ship will be THE destination for families! The Disney Treasure will feature brand new entertainment including The Tale of Moana!
The ship will also showcase the incredible Aquamouse, as seen on the Disney Wish. Also, the new dining options will include a CoCo-themed restaurant, an interactive Worlds of Marvel, featuring Avengers: Quantam Encounter, and my personal favorite, 1923 , a dining experience celebrating the imagination of classic animation and the unwavering spirit of the original studio that started it all.
You can check out everything that the Disney Treasure has to offer here.
Disney Treasure reservations are now open for sailings starting December 2024. Don’t miss out on your chance to be one of the first to experience the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet!
Our exciting summer day camp is designed specifically for children in grades K-8!
Our day program offers a unique ” overnight feel” to make your child’s experience even more memorable.
Every day, we plan various activities and adventures to ensure your child has the time of their life. Our campers explore their creativity through engaging arts and crafts sessions and embark on thrilling adventures, including trails, team building, campfires, GAGA, and much more!
We also have a variety of games that encourage teamwork and sportsmanship, as well as waterslides that provide a refreshing break from the summer heat.
Your child will have endless opportunities at our camp to learn, grow, and have fun!
Discount for Camp Moon River are listed as you register
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Disney World has a sweet deal for all Disney+ subscribers! For a limited time, subscribers can enjoy a FREE dining plan when you purchase a nondiscounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option—for arrivals most nights from July 1 to September 30, 2024.
Not sure what visiting a theme park is like right now? We’ve visited them and can give you all of the insider details to make your getaway stress-free!
Contact your Authorized Disney Vacation Planner at Two Sisters Travel now and let’s plan your magical getaway. Click here to get a quote!
Mark your calendars for Feb. 11 2024. We’ve consolidated the event a bit to bring all of the goodness to the front side of the park and we’re using the back part as parking. This should help with the flow of both vehicle and foot traffic at the event. We cannot wait to bring so many amazing vendors, authors, artists, musicians and small businesses back to Tom Triplett Park in Pooler.
Oh… and the kid zone will be in a new location (tennis courts) and have some some incredible new games.
Again we have 2 free workouts and 6 free healthy living workshops – 1 in Spanish!
Activities are free but you do need to register for them here:
Y’all, come early and plan to spend the whole day!
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Kids that play golf discover a love for the game while developing the discipline and character traits thru active participation. We have fun while learning the challenging game of golf, but your child will develop at their pace while following our curriculum.
SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah will offer the following free programs including free workshops for homeschool families. All ages are welcome. Please RSVP via email below.
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Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA, Wed. Feb. 14, 1-4PM
Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop for homeschool students at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
What to expect:
*Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
*Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
*Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
*Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
Experience culturally resonant exhibitions by world-renowned and rising artists with complimentary access to the SCAD Museum of Art on Super Museum Sunday. Current shows unite compelling works spanning diverse mediums and approaches, engaging the complexities of identity and the human potential for transformation, triumph, and delight.
SCAD MOA presents and commissions work by international artists at the leading edge of visual and material culture. Imaginative exhibitions across more than 10 galleries offer spectacular views at every turn. The museum also hosts public programming year-round, including lectures, gallery talks, workshops, and film screenings that enlighten minds and elevate dialogues. Enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes content and cultural context for the works on view by following @scadmoa on Instagram.
Presented by the Georgia History Festival, Super Museum Sunday highlights the best of Savannah’s cultural offerings — all free of charge.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
Did you know that a child’s brain develops most rapidly in the first five years of life? Pre-K provides a stimulating environment crucial for this development.
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System has 65 Georgia Lottery Funded (aka FREE!) Pre-K classes serving more than 1,400 students. The application window for SCCPSS Pre-K programs is Jan. 27, 2024 until Feb. 9, 2024. Students must be four years old on or before Sept. 1, 2024. This is a free Pre-K program.
The Little Acorn Academy is a full-day program for 3-year-olds. The Little Acorn Academy is a program where students will learn their ABCs, colors, and how to spell, giving students an advantage when they enroll in a pre-k program. Students must be 3 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2024, and must be potty-trained.
Elementary students step into the spotlight during this engaging course ending in a full musical theatre production of Disney’s Aristocats! Show Dates: May 3-5, 2024.
SCTperforming arts classes include training in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing. Students play theatre and improv games to enhance confidence and develop performance and vocal skills.
Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:30PM beginning Feb. 20. No experience required.
This class is specifically designed for middle schoolers who want to dive into the world of musical theatre, ending in a full weekend of performances. Performance dates are May 3-5.
SCT performing arts classes include training in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing. Students play theatre and improv games to enhance confidence and develop performance and vocal skills.
Class starts on Feb. 20 and meets Tuesdays/Thursdays, 4:30-6:30PM. No experience required.
For SCT’s youngest theatre-lovers! Each day of class introduces a new children’s book with songs, dances, and theatre games. This class is designed to build on students musicality as well as their rhythm and coordination.
There will be a showcase on the final day of class to share the skills the students have learned during the session.
The A-SWING Junior Golf Academy is hosting two FREE junior golf clinics on Sat. Feb. 24 2024: one for ages 5-7 years at 2-3PM and second for ages 8-11at 3-4PM.
If you are searching for a fun and rewarding activity for your child, register for the free class and find out if golf is their sport.
There’s no need to stress about finding a babysitter this Valentine’s Day weekend.
Just sign the little ones up for a fun filled night of games, gymnastics, and pizza. You’ll be able to enjoy date night worry-free and child-free while the kids have a blast with Summit Gymnastics’ amazing coaches thanks to Parent’s Night Out, Fri. Feb. 10 2024, 5-9PM, for kids ages 4-12.
You and your family are invited to the 3rd annual Savannah River Fire Festival 10AM-2PM Sat. March 2 2024 @ Honey Ridge Agricenter in Guyton.
Enjoy a fun day outdoors celebrating how prescribed fire is good for Georgia’s forests and meet some of the organizations using it to support healthy wildlife habitat and reduce the risk of wildfires.
It’s a FREE festival for the whole family with fire equipment, food trucks, face painting, and games!
Explore nature exhibits, fire equipment, and the many benefits of prescribed fires.
In case of inclement weather, the rain date for this event is Sat. March 9 and updates will be given in this Facebook event.
Come and see why for over 20 years, we’ve been the trusted source for early childhood learning through music.
Joining our classes with your 0-7 year olds offers many exciting perks: free classes for babies under 10 weeks, sibling discounts, unlimited make ups, discounts on classes after being enrolled just a few months, home materials and music to enjoy all week, and a community of friends for your child and yourself!
To try a free class, visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885. Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Savannah’s new toy store The Magical World of Toys has a new supply of handmade dolls by local Savannah artist @beccacookart including all these pictured above.
The Magical World of Toys provides a wide selection of toys and fun free events at 1602 Waters Ave. Savannah GA 31404
The BIGGEST improvement is parking! We’ve moved all the vendors and activities to the front of the park and are utilizing the back field for parking.
The MOST FUN improvement is that we’ve added some pretty cool games to the kid zone; which is now located inside the tennis courts.
We didn’t leave out the parents! We have a Black History Month celebration happening in the main pavilion, live music, incredible vendors, a farmers market section (now near the dog park), free fitness classes and healthy living workshops for YOU!
Activities are free but you must register in advance online here.
Pooler Mega Pop-Up & Farmers’ Market is Sun. Feb. 11 2024, 10AM-4PM @ Tom Triplett Park in Pooler.
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At this free annual event for K-12 students and their families, you’ll enjoy free, full access to the Savannah Children’s Museum including a life-size maze, slides, a sensory garden, a healthy scavenger hunt, a trail mix remix station, and face painting.
Oatland Island Wildlife Center Summer Camps are week-long day camps available to rising Kindergarteners through rising 8th graders. Campers will discover the world of science through hands-on activities, creative crafts and wildlife investigations. Adult instructors, most of whom are certified teachers, bring a wide range of experience and talent to enhance these camp adventures.
