There’s still time to consign with Savannah’s biggest children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – which is set for September 27-29th 2012 in a great central Savannah location at 706 Mall Boulevard, Formerly Seeds of Faith Bookstore!

Consignor registration is open through Sunday, September 23rd! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 6-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, art work, baby and nursery necessities (ie. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, dvds and more. For a complete list of items accepted and not accepted, click here .

This fall’s High Cotton Kids upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price!

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event is sponsored by The Monogram Place & Robyn’s Nest , Pediatric Dentistry and JPaige .

Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

High Cotton Kids, 706 Mall Boulevard (formerly Seeds of Faith Christian Bookstore), Savannah. High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Everyone is invited to the all-American Block Party this Saturday Sept. 8 at Buckwalter Place in Bluffton from 12-6pm. Enjoy a day of live music and family fun at Buckwalter Place!

Take time to appreciate and thank our military men and women as well as police, firefighters, EMS and others who protect our liberty and to celebrate the freedom and privileges their sacrifices guarantee.

Admission to the event is FREE. Bring a chair but please leave your pets and coolers at home.

For more information contact Kimberly Tatro at Kimberly@LowcountryBusinessCircle.com or 843.301.1037 or click here.

This event will benefit Operation R&R-Hilton Head.

Buckwalter Place is rapidly becoming the focus and nexus of a significant amount of economic, commercial, governmental, entertainment, social, technological, educational and cultural activity in southern Beaufort County. For more information on Buckwalter Place, visit www.buckwalterplace.com .

Find out all about a Children Spanish class being offered in Richmond Hill at an info session at 3 PM Sun. Sept. 9 2012 at the Hill of Beans coffee shop, 10747 Ford Avenue Suite #10, Richmond Hill.

Get ready to become a Lingüa familia and give your children más this Sunday! Learn everything you need to know and enroll your children ages 2-12 in Spanish classes.

For more info, contact Cheyenne Kozaily, 864-399-4828, email cheyenne.kozaily@gmail.com , http://bilingualfamilia.com

UPDATE: Winner is Lori Alvarez!

September is here & Autumn isn’t far behind.

Here’s a giveaway to help you get ready: One lucky SouthernMamas.com reader is going to win their pick of one of Classic Kids Designs new adorable Fall 2012 Designs. The winner will win their pick of either the girls Applique Tee with Ruffled pants or the boys Pocket Pants with Bow tie. (both pictured here.) Winner picks the size. Sizes run up to 8 for both.

To enter to win, “like” Classic Kids Designs on Facebook here then answer this question on the Classic Kids Facebook wall: What do you love most about September- weather, lighting, activity, tradition etc? Please say SouthernMamas.com sent you! Deadline to enter to win is 9 PM Sun. Sept. 16. We’ll pick a name and announce it here and on SouthernMamas.com Facebook. Facebook is not sponsoring this giveaway. Not into Facebook? Please answer the question by commenting below this post.

Classic Kids custom make each outfit and pay close attention to detail. Check out the designs here.

Classic Kids Designs is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Are you a prenatal or postpartum mom looking for a butt-kicking program that will help you to get strong, lean, energized? Check out Stroller Strong Moms in Savannah’s Forsyth Park, a creative and fun total body workout for prenatal and postpartum moms with stroller age children.

You’re invited to the Grand Opening for Stroller Strong Moms, 9:30-10:30 AM Mon. Sept. 17, 2012.

There will be prizes and giveaways at the grand opening class.

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Are you a prenatal or postpartum mom looking for a butt-kicking program that will help you to get strong, lean, energized? Check out Stroller Strong Moms in Savannah’s Forsyth Park, a creative and fun total body workout for prenatal and postpartum moms with stroller age children.

You’re invited to the Grand Opening for Stroller Strong Moms, 9:30-10:30 AM Mon. Sept. 17, 2012.

There will be prizes and giveaways at the grand opening class.

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com  Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Still a little time left to cash in on your kids’ gently used clothes, toys & baby gear by becoming a consignor with the September Fall 2012 Coastal Kids Market in Pooler.

Deadline to consign is Sun. Sept. 9.

The seasonal boutique bargains event promises to be their best & biggest sale ever!

To become a consignor, visit www.coastalkidsmarket.com and click on the registration tab for clear instructions on how to become a consignor. If you are new to consigning, just click on the consignor tab to get full details on how this market works. Before you are through, make sure to check out the benefits of volunteering (be the first ones in the door etc) and select a check-in time to drop off your own stash.

Coastal Kids Market is in a much larger space for the Fall 2012 market and are, therefore, expanding items that they accept and are really pushing to expand their toy, baby equipment, book, teen and boy selections. The sale will feature lots of new overstocks itmes as well! Click here for details.

Fall sale dates are: Sept 12 (preview party) through Sept 15! The CKM new space is off of Hwy 80 in Pooler near Spanky’s.

SALE DATES & TIMES

Wednesday, September 12^th, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Preview Party)

Thursday, September 13^th, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Charity Hour 5:00 pm)

Friday, September 14^th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday, September 15^th, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (some items 50% off)

Coastal Kids Market, Upscale Fall 2012 Consignment Sale is Sept. 13-15 at The Coastal Crossing Shopping Center, 1215 East Hwy 80, Pooler, GA, http://coastalkidsmarket.com/ (912) 655-4686, email contacts@coastalkidsmarket.com Coastal Coastal Kids Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

A reminder for Savannah-area families of children ages 0-7 who are interested in enhancing and enriching the musical development of your child: Kindermusik early music education classes start the week of Sept. 9. Monthly enrollment is available online and classes are offered Monday-Fridays.

Come join Kindermusik parent-and-child sessions for a cool musical treat.

Kindermusik is a classroom learning experience. KINDERMUSIK with 88 KEYS PIANO in Savannah teaches children music so they can become better learners. It’s not about making little Mozarts. It’s about developing skills in the whole child – ages newborn to 7 years – cognitive, physical, social, emotional, language and musical. For more than 25 years, Kindermusik has believed music is the best conductor for learning.

Brand NEW school year classes with monthly subscription: All classes last 32 weeks, from the week of September 10 through May of 2013.
Here are some notable benefits of Kindermusik’s monthly subscription classes:
1. Easy automated MONTHLY payment systems. No more lump sum “semester” fees due. Now you can easily budget for Kindermusik classes all year round because the payment is the same EVERY month.
2. NO PAYMENT until September: Reserve your space TODAY with NO FEES TAKEN until Sept. 4. Secure your child’s spot in class without any financial commitment until the Fall.
3. Easy to stay enrolled; easy to withdraw if needed. Just let Kindermusik know by email before the first of each month and your credit/debit card won’t be billed the following month. Monthly billing is done on the 4th of each month.
4. Easy to transfer classes when your child gets to be the next age level. No more waiting until a new “semester” begins. When your child is old enough to move up, just let Kindermusik know and they’ll move them at the beginning of the next month. Simple and convenient.
5. New monthly mini-themes and new home materials with each change of session.
6. Twenty-two classes to choose from each week; M-F, 9am-5pm. Choose the one that’s best for YOU.
7. Unlimited make-ups! Just email or call Kindermusik to let them know so they can make sure there’s space in class.
8. Smiles and satisfaction guarantee: If you aren’t completely satisfied with your Kindermusik experience after one month, just send Kindermusik an email before the 1st of the month to let them know and they won’t debit your card the following month. If any materials were given, they are yours to keep without further obligations.
9. If you ARE completely satisfied with your Kindermusik experience, take advantage of the REFERRAL REWARDS: If you are enrolled and you bring in a NEW Kindermusik family, Kindermusik will credit your account for $10 for the next consecutive month. PLUS, Kindermusik will give your friend a FREE download card for 10 FREE songs from play.kindermusik.com.

Register online today here, as all class sizes are limited!

DIGITAL HOME MATERIALS: Get out your smartphones and iPads. On Friday mornings, Kindermusik will be offering classes for 3 age groups with DIGITAL home materials.

Monday thru Thursday classes, plus Friday afternoon classes will still be using PHYSICAL home materials. These Friday morning classes will turn over NEW themes EACH month, so you will get new materials EACH month.

More info on all of the above by clicking here.

Marina Lindblom, 88 KEYS PIANO/Kindermusik, 912.988.KEYS (5397), email music@88keysga.com, www.88keysga.com . Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Islands MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is ready for another great year.

The group’s first meeting of the year will be Wed. Sept. 12 2012 from 9:15-11:30 AM at First Baptist Church of the Islands.

For more information about how to join MOPS, please check out their website by clicking here.
Each meeting provides an inviting environment where women can come—just as they are—to build friendships, be encouraged, and gain practical parenting strategies all while their children are lovingly cared for in our MOPPETS program, where they experience love and encouragement in a preschool-like setting. The children will enjoy stories, music, crafts and free play.
A typical meeting includes sharing a breakfast together, listening to a speaker, participating in table-led discussions, crafts, and more. Sometimes all you need is a friend, and Islands MOPS is a place where true friendships are formed. We are all in this together and no one can understand as another mother can.

To find a moms group in your area, click here.

You’re invited to College Night at St. Andrew’s School in Savannah

The independent private school on Wilmington Island is hosting a College Information Night on Thursday, September 13 at 7 p.m. on the Savannah campus. Admission representatives from Swarthmore College, Vassar College, Williams College and Wesleyan University will be on hand. These individuals will answer questions about the selective college admission process, essay writing, interviews, financial aid and scholarships.

The event is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.

FROGwarts!

Savannah Children’s Museum is hosting a fabulously MAGICAL event on September 8th from 5-7pm called FROGwarts! It’s their very own twist on a familiar book/movie series that you surely don’t want to miss. Cost is $5 for a member family ($5 covers up to 5 people!) and $7.50 per person for non-members.

To get more information and to pre-register for FROGwarts, click HERE! Pre-registration is appreciated and will make your wait for The FROGwarts Express shorter.

Once inside the museum’s Exploration Station, families will find all sorts of magical activities including: The Matching Hat, Wand Making, Potions Class, The Wizardly Wonder Maze, a game of Ribbitch, and magical snacks!

Feel free to wear your ‘school robes’ (a bathrobe or dress-up cape) and any magical attire you desire!

For more info, click here. To register, click here.

Fall Hours of Operation @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Savannah Children’s Museum hours of operation will also change as of September 2nd and the museum will begin offering daily programming Thursday-Monday . Click HERE to see what the new hours will be!

Savannah Children’s Museum Exploration Station, $7.50 per person ages 1 and older, 655 Louisville Rd, Savannah, GA, 31401. Next to Georgia State Railroad Museum,

We know a lot of our readers are amateur photographers with a lot of artistic talent, but searching for know-how when it comes to the nuts and bolts of photography! Which is why we’re thrilled to tell you about a local beginner how-to-take better-photos class happening in October.

Topics the class will cover include:

-10 Tips for Taking Better Photos -Introduction to Exposure -ISO -Shutter Speed -Aperture -Training Wheels -Using your Camera’s Basic Settings -Lens Overview

Q: How much are the workshops and what do they include?

A: The three hour group class is $135 per person (don’t worry you can pay half down if you’d like) and includes light refreshments and lots of other goodies. Each person will receive a class guide to keep as a reference. You will also receive a fabulous swag bag! Class size is limited so everyone will have an opportunity to ask specific questions.

Q: I don’t have a fancy DSLR camera, but I love photography and want to take better pictures with my point and shoot. Can I still come?

A: Yes, we would still love to have you! However, there will be a couple subjects we go over that will be strictly about DSLR cameras, such as lens choices and functions that your camera may not have. But most the subjects can be used for people with DSLR’s and Point and Shoots!

Q: Do I have to be a mom to sign up for your workshop?

A: No, you do not. Although the majority of the class will be moms with young children, we respect that other will want to join in as well. No matter who you are, if you want to learn how to take better pictures of kids, you are more than welcome to attend.

Q: Can I host one of these workshops at my house?

A: If you live in Rincon, GA or Savannah, GA, yes you can! We charge $125 per person for house parties with a minimum of 5 people. So if you get 5 of your friends to come to your pad for a workshop, you don’t have to pay anything!

Q: Do you offer special discounts if I get a bunch of my friends to sign up?

A: Yes we do! If you get 5 people to attend our workshop, you’re in free! If you get 3 people registered, we give you $50 off!

Sign up here for their next workshop, Sat. Oct. 6. And check our their professional work also here: www.shumanfineartphotography.com For more information, email Jillane Tucker at jillanes@shumanphoto.com or call 912.826.4447.

Jillane Tucker, Shuman Fine Art Photography.com, email jillanes@shumanphoto.com, 912.826.4447 http://www.shumanfineartphotography.com/ Shuman Fine Art Photography is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Savannah’s biggest children’s consignment event – High Cotton Kids – is set for September 27-29th 2012 in the same great central Savannah location at 706 Mall Boulevard, Formerly Seeds of Faith Bookstore!

Come shop consignment at it’s finest. High Cotton Kids is THE place to save a lot of money, make a lot of money and have a great time doing both! This Fall’s upscale resale shopping event will have thousands of high end boutique children’s brand clothing sizes 0-12 and many other items. There will also be a variety of new merchandise from several local retailers.

Get ready to rack up on all your favorite children’s brands at a fraction of the retail price! There is something for everybody’s taste and budget from adorable smocked frocks to funky threads to even high cotton play clothes your kids will love to throw on all fall and winter.

Consignor registration is open now through Sunday, September 23rd! Clean out and cash in, consignors can receive 6-70% of their sales! High Cotton Kids also accepts high end maternity clothing, children’s furniture, art work, baby and nursery necessities (ie. bouncers, exercausers, etc.), strollers, toys, books, dvds and more. For a complete list of items we accept and do not accept, click here .

High Cotton Kids Consignment Event sponsored by The Monogram Place & Robyn’s Nest , Pediatric Dentistry and JPaige .

Stay connected and get updates about the event by liking High Cotton Kids on Facebook here.

High Cotton Kids, 706 Mall Boulevard (formerly Seeds of Faith Christian Bookstore), Savannah. High Cotton Kids is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

MusikGarten offers classes on Tuesdays – Wednesdays – Fridays starting September 11th, 12th, 14th;
Feel invited to learn more HERE

Children are naturally drawn to music. By engaging your children in music classes you are not only giving them a “leg-up” on their musical development but on all other educational pursuits as well.

Everybody Plays – At Every Age

Coastal Orff Academy ages 9 to 12
The Coastal Orff Academy is now accepting students age 9-12 for group music classes.
In game-like atmosphere students explore and learn music fundamentals by playing, singing, and moving.
Everyone is welcome and no prior music knowledge is required.
Classes on Saturdays 2-3:30 PM start September 8th
Please find more information and details HERE

Instrument Circle
Get expert advice in choosing the right band instrument.

Private Lessons
For Trumpet, Trombone and Tuba; Saxophone, Clarinet and Flute; Guitar, Bass;
Violin, Viola, Cello and Contra bass; Drums, Piano and Voice;

Please find more information and details HERE or pay MusikGarten a visit at their New Location:

Georgia Music Warehouse 2424 Abercorn – 31401 Savannah GA

Musikgarten offers parent-and-child classes @ Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St, Savannah, 31401. (Rear Lot entrance) FREE Preview classes. More info here. Musikgarten is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

FROGwarts!

Savannah Children’s Museum is hosting a fabulously MAGICAL event on September 8th from 5-7pm called FROGwarts! It’s their very own twist on a familiar book/movie series that you surely don’t want to miss. Cost is $5 for a member family ($5 covers up to 5 people!) and $7.50 per person for non-members.

To get more information and to pre-register for FROGwarts, click HERE! Pre-registration is appreciated and will make your wait for The FROGwarts Express shorter.

Once inside the museum’s Exploration Station, families will find all sorts of magical activities including: The Matching Hat, Wand Making, Potions Class, The Wizardly Wonder Maze, a game of Ribbitch, and magical snacks!

Feel free to wear your ‘school robes’ (a bathrobe or dress-up cape) and any magical attire you desire!

For more info, click here.  To register, click here.

Fall Hours of Operation @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Savannah Children’s Museum hours of operation will also change as of September 2nd and the museum will begin offering daily programming Thursday-Monday . Click HERE to see what the new hours will be!

Savannah Children’s Museum Exploration Station, $7.50 per person ages 1 and older, 655 Louisville Rd, Savannah, GA, 31401. Next to Georgia State Railroad Museum,

Scribble Art Studio & Blick Art Materials in Savannah are offering this Labor Day Special: 1/2 off all fall classes at Dick Blick ($80 for 8 weeks of classes) if signed up with a friend! Children are welcome to join in classes at any time during a session, Scribble Art Studio is happy to pro-rate or roll classes.

After hearing from a mom that the fun fall kids’ classes Scribble & Blick were offering from 3:45-4:45 pm weren’t going to work for children with later school dismissal times, Scribble & Blick set up later art classes as well that run from 4:45-5:45 PM. Check out these later classes above that are in addition to the earlier 3:45-4:45 pm classes. Info about the earlier classes here.

Both sets of classes – early & later – are now available for registration including Dr. Seuss for ages 5 & older; ‘No Sew Fiber Arts for ages 8 & older; Lego Art for ages 5-7 & more!

For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

http://www.thescribbleartstudio.com/

You’re invited to College Night at St. Andrew’s School in Savannah

The independent private school on Wilmington Island is hosting a College Information Night on Thursday, September 13 at 7 p.m. on the Savannah campus. Admission representatives from Swarthmore College, Vassar College, Williams College and Wesleyan University will be on hand. These individuals will answer questions about the selective college admission process, essay writing, interviews, financial aid and scholarships.

The event is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.

Lovin’ Spoons self-serve froyo is the place to savor the last bit of summer & save this Labor Day Weekend. That’s because Lovin’ Spoons is offering some fun 2012 Labor Day Weekend specials at all 4 Lovin’ Spoons self-froyo stores.

LOVIN’ SPOONS LABOR DAY WKEND SPECIALS

*Sat/Sun/Mon (Sept 1-3) First 15 customers get a free Lovin’ visor.  Lovin’ Spoons opens at 11am each day, Sunday at noon.
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*Sat/Sun/Mon (Sept 1-3) Lovin’ Spoons is Doubling Down with their word of the day: Say “Double Down!” all weekend long for 20% off your yogurt.

* Sun/Mon (Sept 2-3) 1-3pm, it’s $5 all you can eat in one cup!

All specials good at all 4 stores, Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill and Bluffton!

Lovin’ Spoons FroYo offers 12 ever changing flavors, over 40 fresh toppings, hot syrups served up with a groovy 70s vibe.

Local store locations:

Savannah Savannah Centre by Toys R Us on Eisenhower Drive 912-355-2723

Pooler Pooler Marketplace by Publix 912-748-1444

Richmond Hill 60 Exchange St. 912-459-1490

Bluffton 95 Towne Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910 843.837.5683

Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-10pm

Lovin Spoons, 912.355.2723, email info@lovinspoons.com , www.lovinspoons.com, Lovin’ Spoons is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

A popular Toddler Tuesday weekly nature program at Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah. There will be no Toddler Tuesday on April 9 2013 but click here to see the theme for Tuesday April 16.

At Toddler Tuesday, children & their parents/caretakers experience nature through themed activities including live animal encounters, wildlife nature walks, storytelling, songs, interactive finger-play & crafts.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center Wildlife, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410 (912) 395-1212

We’re thrilled to learn that the popular Toddler Tuesday weekly nature program at Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah will resume after a summer hiatus. The first Toddler Tuesday of the 2012-13 season will be Tues. Sept. 4. Theme is “School is for Fish”.

At Toddler Tuesday, children & their parents/caretakers experience nature through themed activities including live animal encounters, wildlife nature walks, storytelling, songs, interactive finger-play & crafts.

Oatland’s new naturalist Michelle Kelly will lead the sessions. Pre-registration required.

Programs at 10 AM & 11 AM Tuesdays. Pre-registration required. Call 395-1500

Toddler Tuesday Program Fees for 2011-2012: General: $5 per child $5 per adult Friends of Oatland Members: $5 per child, up to 2 adults FREE!

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center Wildlife, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410 (912) 395-1212

Driving directions here.