Searching for the best Savannah-area summer camp to suit your child’s tastes? Check out the SouthernMamas Summer Camps 2012, a list of organizations offering local summer camp programs. Be sure to tell them SouthernMamas.com sent you! The list is accessible here and by clicking on the rotating Summer Camps 2012 banner at the top the SouthernMamas site.

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Kid’s Fair, “An event that’s everything for and about kids and families” 5-7:30 p.m. April 6 in conjunction with Free Family Fun Night at The Sandbox parking lot and the Museum (celebration Center if rain). (843)842-7645 or thesandbox.org.

 Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah will host a FREE screening of the documentary film “The Business of Being Born”, 6 to 8 PM Wed. April 4, 2012.

The award-winning film will be followed by a discussion with local health professionals. The screening will be at University Hall, Room 156, Armstrong Campus, 11935 Abercorn St., Savannah.

“The Business of Being Born” is about the implications of the medicalization of childbirth and the ways in which many women are turning away from invasive medical models of delivery. It examines modern models of child delivery in America and what some women are doing to take back their rights to birth.

This event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by the Center for Public Health Media and Research , the Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health & the Armstrong Master of Public Health program. Contact Leigh Rich at leigh.rich@armstrong.edu for more information.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. April 21 In this 2-hour class, students will learn about wool, and create a flower rosette with leaf using a wet felting technique. Use this adorable flower to adorn a headband, bag, jewelry, or clothing. Younger children may need parental supervision. $25. (843) 686-3945 ext. 233 or www.artshhi.com .

April 11 – 15:
“How I Became A Pirate,” presented by Main Street Youth Theatre, 25 New Orleans Rd. (843) 689-6246.

April 9 – 11:
Gregg Russell Concerts under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town, Monday-Wednesday, 7:30-9 p.m. Family-oriented singer/storyteller performs sing-a-longs, ballads and silly songs with audience participation. Complimentary. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.

10:30 AM

An Interactive Children’s Museum’s hosts a weekly “Imagination Hour” every Thursday, at 10:30 am. Join us for a story time followed by a related arts and crafts project. Each month features a fun and unique theme and is geared for children age 5 and under; siblings and guests are welcome as well. Classes are designed for parents and caregivers to interact and assist their child with the art project and everyone is encouraged to stay and play in the museum following the program.

The Imagination Hour program cost is included in the museum admission fee and in our Family Membership annual fee. Join us each week and have fun learning about a variety of subjects ranging from nature, recycling, nursery rhymes, health and wellness, and science. October Programs are Halloween themed.

The Sandbox is located at 18-A Pope Avenue, next to St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church. For more information, please contact Caroline Rinehart, Operations Director at 843.842.7645 or crinehart@thesandbox.org. Be sure to log on to www.thesandbox.org for information on other upcoming events and activities.

An hour of fun story time followed by a craft project. Program is included with cost of admission to museum. First-come, first-serve, so sign up when checking in at front desk. Different story each week.
For more information, call 843.842.7645 or www.thesandbox.org
April 12
Story Time: “Super Duck,”
Jez Alborough
Activity: Duck

April 19
Story Time: “Harry the Dirty Dog,”
Gene Zion
Activity: Dog Face

April 26
Story Time: “The Silver Locket”
Katharine Holabird
Activity: Pasta Neclace

at 9:30 AM Mondays in April 2012:
“Get Fired up Pottery” at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum. This interactive artistic program is guaranteed to get the creative juices flowing as participants personalize and decorate their own ceramic plate. (843) 842-7645 or www.thesandbox.org.

“Get Fired up Pottery” at The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum. This interactive artistic program is guaranteed to get the creative juices flowing as participants personalize and decorate their own ceramic plate. (843) 842-7645 or www.thesandbox.org .

Scenes From An Italian Restaurant–Billy Joel Dinner Theatre
5 p.m. Sun. Apr 29, 2012
Admission: $72
www.savannahjea.org
912.355.8111

“The Stranger” is the complete premiere tribute to the music of the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel. Fronted by accomplished pianist and vocalist Mike Santoro, and backed by some of the finest seasoned musicians in the business, this six-piece band brings together an authentic replication of Billy’s timeless music, crowning it with soulful, spot on vocals that makes a Billy Joel song what it is. So much so that you will find yourself taking a second look. Join us for an amazing evening as the JEA is transformed into an Italian restaurant, serving up a traditional Italian dinner with wine and beer, proceeded by a night of wonderful entertainment with music by everyone’s favorite Piano Man, Billy Joel, preformed by Mike Santoro and his six-piece band. For more information or to purchase tickets please visit www.savannahjea.org or call 912.355.8111. Childcare is available with advanced reservation.

Earth Day Festival in Forsyth Park
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Apr 21, 2012
Free
www.earthdaysavannah.org
912.651.6943
More than 100 exhibitors promoting green living and environmental activism. Tons of fun activites for children and great workshops featuring raising chickens, bees, composting, etc.

Savannah Sand Gnats Opening Night
7:05 PM Thurs. April 5
Home games continue April 5 through April 11 2012
Admission: $7 General Admission Seating, $8 Reserved Seating, $10 Box Seating, $5 Children Ages 4-12/Seniors/Military General Admission Sea
Come enjoy a night at the ballpark and cheer on the Savannah Sand Gnats! Spend time with your friends and family at Historic Grayson Stadium, visit with Gnate the Gnat, and of course enjoy some great baseball! Visit www.sandgnats.com  or call 912.351.9150 to purchase tickets today.

Shell-e-brate Earth Day at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center
Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 11am-3pm
You’re invited to the fifth annual Shell-e-brate Earth Day family festival! This earth shell-e-bration features recycled crafts, earth-tastic activities and eco-entertainment for the whole family! No reservations needed; event is FREE with general admission to the Center, $7 adults, $5 children, 3 & under are free.

Make plans to attend Savannah College of Art & Design’s annual Sidewalk Arts Festival April 28 historic Forsyth Park in Savannah! The event features a chalk art competition, children’s drawing areas for young artists, food, drinks and music. Admission is free and open to the public!
11 AM-5 PM
An annual tradition nearly as old as the university itself, the SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival offers students, alumni and prospective students an opportunity to create temporary chalk masterpieces on the paved walkways of Savannah’s scenic Forsyth Park every spring.

New this year…Enchanted Unicorn Rides!

Easter EGGstravaganza At Shelter Cove Community Park
10:30AM – 1:30PM April 7 2012
Easter Egg Hunt 11AM, Egg Race 12:30PM, Blowup Rides, Music, Face Painting & More.
Proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children’s Scholarship Fund.
$10 Admission for ages 2- 12 Includes Activities
Parents and Grandparents Free of Charge
Food Sold Separately
Shelter Cove Park, Hilton Head Is.
843-681-7273

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Salty Dog Annual Easter Egg Hunt
10 AM – 12:30pm April 7 2012
South Beach Marina Village – Hilton Head Island
At South Beach Village outside the Salty Dog Ice Cream Shop. Find Easter eggs filled with candy, prizes and certificates redeemable for Salty Dog T-shirts & more. Special appearances & photos with the Easter Bunny & Jake the Salty Dog! The hunt begins at 10 AM, so don’t be late.
232 S Sea Pines Dr
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Easter Egg Hunt, Savannah
11 AM Saturday, April 7
Habersham YMCA, Savannah
Bring your baskets and join the Habersham YMCA for a huge Easter egg hunt
6400 Habersham St., Savannah, GA, 31405
(912) 354-6223

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Pooler Egg Hunt
10 AM Saturday April 7
900 South Rogers Street, Pooler.
Chick-fil-A Pooler & the First Presbyterian Church of Pooler are hosting a free community egg hunt. The event is for all children through 5th grade. Be sure to bring your own basket!
The Egg Hunt is free but you must register here.
Two fields for the kids, one for children age 5 & younger & the other for children age 6 through the 5th grade.
The event does not last long so be sure to get there early. Drinks & refreshments served after the hunt.

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Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Hailey Mae’s Children’s Boutique in Pooler
Open to the public
12-3 PM with hunt at 1 PM Saturday April 7 at Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens, Savannah.
Free parking. Free admission. For more local Easter Egg Hunts & Easter Activities, click here.

Easter Blast
1-3 PM Sat. April 7
Skidaway Island State Park – Savannah
Bring the whole family for a day filled with hayrides, games and crafts. Easter egg hunt starting at 1pm. $3 plus $5 parking.
(912) 598-2300.

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