Attention expectant parents. Check out the Mommy-to-Be Expo on Saturday, March 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Richmond Hill City Center. 

Highlights include a pregnancy Q&A session with Dr. Darren Preuninger, who is in practice at Provident OB/GYN Associates in Richmond Hill; a spring fashion show by Motherhood Maternity; a prenatal yoga demonstration; healthy cooking-for-two demonstrations; prize drawings and more. Plus, there will be exhibitors with products and services of interest to parents-to-be.

Admission is free. The City Center, which is co-sponsoring the Expo, is located at 520 Cedar St. in J.F. Gregory Park.

Is your child at a Savannah-Chatham public school? Now is your chance to tell the public school system how you feel about your child’s school.

Fill out the annual parents survey on the SCCPSS site. Click here to access the survey, which takes only a few minutes to complete. The survey is designed for parents/guardians of students in all grade levels including pre-K.

This survey will give you an opportunity to grade your child’s school. If you have children in more than one SCCPSS school, please respond about only one school per survey.

To all Southern Mamas Business Owners, this event is for you

The Savannah’s Women In Business Expo is going to be held at the beautiful Hyatt Regency in Downtown Savannah. The expo currently has a one time special offer for the first ten (10) lucky ladies to purchase a booth for a very low price.

But don’t wait to long because this deal is sure to go quickly.

Visit the Expo’s Facebook Fan Page here. 

The Women in Business Expo is a show for women in all stages of business. Whether it is pre-start, start-up, development and growth, self-employment, women managers and female professionals. The purposes of this expo is to promote awareness and increase women’s entrepreneurism. This expo supports start-up to enable women-owned businesses to develop and grow and promote their product or services.

Savannah’s Women in Business Expo, www.savwomeninbusinessexpo.weebly.com , 912-346-4928, email womeninbusinessexpo@yahoo.com. Savannah’s Women in Business Expo is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Savannah photographer LeeAnn Ritch  is offering a fabulous special just in time for Valentine’s Day: A photography session, online proofing and high-resolution CD for $350 plus tax (Regular cost is $575)!

The Savannah family portrait photographer and mother of two specializes in newborn, baby, child, and family photography. LeeAnn is known for shooting warm, candid portraits like these pictured here.

Check out more of her work by clicking here.

Click here to book a session.

Be sure to mention SouthernMamas to take advantage of the .

To follow LeeAnn Ritch’s work and stay updated on her specials, be sure to “like” her Facebook page by clicking here.

LeeAnn Ritch Photography, 912.308.9327 or email leeann@leeannritchphotography.com , www.leeannritchphotography.com LeeAnn Ritch Photography is a SouthernMamas.com sponsor

Scribble Art Studio and Primary Art Supply!
A fun, unique opportunity to create art at every artist’s dream location! Beginning this February, Primary Art Supply and Scribble Art Studio are working together to bring exciting new class options!

*Aliens and Monsters! Ages 4+
Begins: Monday, Feb. 20, 4pm-5pm
Cost: $120 for 6 weeks, includes supply kit!
Class Dates: Feb. 20, 27 Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26
SPOOKY! SILLY! We’ll cover them all in this class designed especially for all the alien and monster lovers out there!

*Fabric Arts – Expressing Your Inner Animal! Ages 6+
Begins: Wednesday, Feb. 22, 4pm-5pm
Cost: $120 for 6 weeks, includes supply kit!
Class Dates: Feb. 22, 29 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28
Students will do everything from designing their own fabric to creating stuffed animal toys in this fun, basic fibers class!

*Retro Crafts! Ages 6+
Begins: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:15pm-6:15pm
Cost:$120 for 6 weeks, includes supply kit!
Class Dates: Feb. 23 Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Get your Vintage on! Revisit the 50’s 60’s and 70’s in this retro craft class!

*Lego Art! Ages 5+
Begins: Friday, Feb. 24, 5-6pm
Cost: $120 for 6 weeks, includes supply kit!
Class Begins: Feb. 24 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Who doesn’t love legos?! A variety of art projects inspired by this beloved toy!

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

Sat. Jan. 28
Celebrate the founding in Savannah of the Mighty Eighth with guided tours of the Museum, Free Children’s introductory model airplane building classes, a History Channel film, and a free child’s admission to the Museum with the purchase of their model airplane. Events scheduled throughout the day. Call for times and to reserve space in the building class.
http://www.mightyeighth.org/
912 – 748 – 8888
Open Seven Days a Week, 9 am to 5 pm

Georgia Day Parade
10:30 AM Fri., Feb. 10, 2012
Bull Street from Forsyth Park to City Hall
FREE
Thousands of costumed local elementary school children march behind their hand-made banners in commemoration of Georgia’s founding in 1733. A colorful parade of students, musicians, local dignitaries, and costumed characters is preceded by a military color guard and marching band. Beginning at Forsyth Park and continuing around all five squares of Bull Street, the procession culminates with a program in front of City Hall, where the mayor and other officials bring greetings and present awards for the annual Banner Competition.

MOMS Club of Bluffton Hilton Head Preschool Fair
6-8 PM Feb 13 at Booksalicious in the Promenade, downtown Bluffton.
7 area preschools participating to give parents an opportunity to meet directors and ask questions in one evening, instead of setting up several different appointments.
The time of the event also gives working parents a chance to come out and find the right school for their child.
Baby Net, Family Connections and Palmetto Speech and Language will be present to answer questions about child development and address areas of concerns with parents.
Email questions to momsclubofbhh@gmail.com

For school open houses in the Savannah area, click here.

Speciality school open house 5-7 PM Feb. 2 2012
Charles Ellis Montessori Academy
220 E. 49th St.
Savannah, GA 31405
Grades: PK – 8th
(912) 395-5470
For more school open houses in the Savannah area, click here.

Feb. 9 2012 is the deadline to submit application to SCCPSS speciality schools. Lotteries will be held at sites at 2 PM Feb. 24 2012.

St. Andrew’s School Open House for Prospective Families
12:30-2:30 PM Sun. Feb. 12 2012
Call 897.4941, x. 306 to make a reservation or for more information. St. Andrew’s offers a college preparatory education for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students.
601 Penn Waller Road
Savannah, Georgia 31410
www.saintschool.com

For more school open houses in the Savannah area, click here.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats, the world’s leading touring Chinese acrobatic troupe, will perform live at Armstrong Atlanic State University Fine Arts Auditorium at 7:30 PM Thurs. Feb. 16 2012.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time-honored tradition that began more than 2,500 years ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company.

Hailing from the central Chinese city of Xian, the troupe features talented jugglers, contortionists and acrobats. In November 2005, the Golden Dragon Acrobats made their Broadway debut to a sold-out audience at the New Victory Theater, New York’s ultimate theater for kids and families. Their Broadway run led to adoration and standing ovations from audiences of all ages and universal critical acclaim.

The reputation of the company is rooted in a commitment to the highest production values and a remarkable attention to artistic detail. World-renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.

The only year-round touring Chinese acrobatic company in the United States, Golden Dragon Acrobats perform a wide range of acts, including the lively Thousand Hand Dance, the high-energy Spinning Wheel and the nail-biting Tower of Chairs.

Advance tickets are $10 to $20. Day of show tickets are $25. Discounts are available to Armstrong faculty, staff and students at the box office. Advance tickets go on sale January 20.

Tickets are available at the Fine Arts Lobby Box Office at Armstrong from noon to 3 p.m. on weekdays, by phone during box office hours at 912.344.2901 or online at tickets.armstrong.edu. This event is hosted by the Campus Union Board at Armstrong.

Golden Dragon Acrobats live performance, 7:30 PM Feb. 16, 2012, Armstrong Fine Arts Auditorium, 11935 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31419 www.armstrong.edu

Golden Dragon Acrobats to Perform Live at Armstrong Fine Arts Auditorium on Thursday, February 16

Armstrong Atlantic State University will proudly host the Golden Dragon Acrobats, the world’s leading touring Chinese acrobatic troupe, with a special live performance at the university’s Fine Arts Auditorium, 11935 Abercorn St., on Thursday, February 16, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. This event is hosted by the Campus Union Board at Armstrong.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time-honored tradition that began more than 2,500 years ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company.

Hailing from the central Chinese city of Xian, the troupe features talented jugglers, contortionists and acrobats. In November 2005, the Golden Dragon Acrobats made their Broadway debut to a sold-out audience at the New Victory Theater, New York’s ultimate theater for kids and families. Their Broadway run led to adoration and standing ovations from audiences of all ages and universal critical acclaim.

The reputation of the company is rooted in a commitment to the highest production values and a remarkable attention to artistic detail. World-renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.

The only year-round touring Chinese acrobatic company in the United States, Golden Dragon Acrobats perform a wide range of acts, including the lively Thousand Hand Dance, the high-energy Spinning Wheel and the nail-biting Tower of Chairs.

Advance tickets are $10 to $20. Day of show tickets are $25. Discounts are available to Armstrong faculty, staff and students at the box office. Advance tickets go on sale January 20.

Tickets are available at the Fine Arts Lobby Box Office at Armstrong from noon to 3 p.m. on weekdays, by phone during box office hours at 912.344.2901 or online at tickets.armstrong.edu.

For more information, visit http://www.armstrong.edu .

Armstrong will host eight teams to compete at the Subregional Georgia Science Bowl, sponsored by Siemens Industry, Inc. The Georgia Science Bowl is a Jeopardy-like competition for middle and high school students covering the areas of science, energy and mathematics. The state competition serves as a qualifying competition for the National Science Bowl held in Washington, D.C.

After subregional competitions are held, the top 12 teams will travel to Savannah on February 25 to test their breadth of scientific and mathematic knowledge on the Armstrong campus during the final round of the Georgia Science Bowl.

9 AM-1 PM Saturday, January 28, 2012

You’re invited to participate as a taster or baker in the Battle of the Bakers, 1-3 PM Sat. Feb 4 2012 at the Hoskins Center, 66th Street and Ranger St, on Memorial Health’s campus, Savannah.

The event benefits Ronald McDonald House, 4710 Waters Ave., Savannah Ga 31404

Baked goods – such as pastries, muffins, cakes, cookies, and more – will be judged in four categories: appearance; authenticity; taste; creativity.

No matter who “takes the cake” the real winner will be the Ronald McDonald House, because in addition to competing, contestants reach out to friends and family members to support their fundraising efforts. All proceeds benefit the House’s Share A Night fund.

Buy Tickets online here.

Participate as a Baker or Taster
Taster Tickets:
$65 Baker’s Box – Support RMHC’s Share a Night Campaign – Includes a large pastry box and champagne bar
$25 Taster Ticket – Includes a small pastry box and a glass of champagne
Baker Registration, Free.

Admission for Children
FREE for children 10 years old & younger
$10: children 11 years & older

All of the registration information can be found here Contact Alex Wysocki, alex@rmhccoastalempire.org, 912-350-7641

2012 Ronald McDonald House Charities Battle of the Bakers, The Hoskins Center at Memorial Health, 66th Street and Ranger St, Savannah, 31404

Mommy and Me program at the newly renovated University of Georgia Marine Education Center and Aquarium on Skidaway Island starts on Saturdays in February: Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25th. Time: 10 – 10:45 am.

Mommy & Me are programs for toddlers age 1-4 years old. These programs encompass a variety of learning techniques that allow for the development of motor skills, understanding different shapes, sizes, weights, and movements among a variety of marine animals native to Georgia waterways, and the ability to identify the difference between fish, crabs, turtles, and invertebrates.

The programs include hands-on experiences with different animals, arts and crafts, a story time, and a game.

Mommy & Me will take place in four-week sessions on Saturdays this February from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. These programs have a limit of 20 participants/program and advance registration is required by calling (912) 598-2496 or by emailing fish@uga.edu. More info here.

Programs will include hands-on experiences with different animals, arts and crafts, a story time, and a game.

Cost
Non-season pass holder: $12/child-parent pair; additional children $6/child
Season pass holder: $10/child-parent pair; additional children $5/child

For a full 4 Week Session
Non-season pass holder $40/child-parent pair (additional children $18/child)
Season Pass holder $34/child-parent pair (additional children $16/child)

To reserve a spot for your toddler today please call (912) 598-2496 or email fish@uga.edu .

You’re invited to Savannah Arts Academy’s  The 4th Annual Junk2Funk Fashion Show.

4 PM & 7 PM Saturday, February 4, 2012

General Admissions: $15
Students: $10
Tickets on sale: Jan 30 – Feb 4
More info here.

Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Ave., Savannah, 31405

SAA Presents: The 4th Annual Junk2Funk
4 & 7 PM Saturday, February 4, 2012
General Admissions: $15.00
Students: $10.00
Tickets on sale: Jan 30 – Feb 4
More info here.

Saturday, February 4
Stop by the library with your kids and take part in some special activities, PLUS, register to win a Nook! Live Oak Libraries will give away ONE Barnes & Noble NOOK ($200 value) throughout the entire system to individuals who register at their branch ONLY on February 4.

Rincon Library, 3 p.m.
Stop by the Rincon Library with your kids and take part in this special family program. Activities include family storytime and board games. This is also a great opportunity to get a library card, learn about library services and collections for the whole family, and find out more about e-book services. Your child may even be able to read to a wonderful therapy dog. For all ages.

Oglethorpe Mall Library
10:30 a.m. – “Special Storytime” for ages 0 to 4
4 p.m. – “Make It and Take It Craft” with a Reading Train theme for ages 4 and up.

Southwest Chatham Library
11 a.m. – “Dog Days” Readers, ages 5 & up. Quiet reading with one of our many registered therapy dogs.
2 p.m. – “Family Storytime” Stories, songs, fingerplays and a thematic craft for all ages.
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. – “E-book Consultation” A trained staff will be available to offer assistance using Download Destination on your electronic reading device.

Islands Library, 4 p.m.

Tybee Library, 4 p.m.

Thunderbolt Library, 4 p.m.
Learn about library services, get an e-book lesson, make an art activity, and register for a special prize.

Saturday, February 4
Stop by the library with your kids and take part in some special activities, PLUS, register to win a Nook! Live Oak Libraries will give away ONE Barnes & Noble NOOK ($200 value) throughout the entire system to individuals who register at their branch ONLY on February 4.

Rincon Library, 3 p.m.
Stop by the Rincon Library with your kids and take part in this special family program. Activities include family storytime and board games. This is also a great opportunity to get a library card, learn about library services and collections for the whole family, and find out more about e-book services. Your child may even be able to read to a wonderful therapy dog. For all ages.

Oglethorpe Mall Library
10:30 a.m. – “Special Storytime” for ages 0 to 4
4 p.m. – “Make It and Take It Craft” with a Reading Train theme for ages 4 and up.

Southwest Chatham Library
11 a.m. – “Dog Days” Readers, ages 5 & up. Quiet reading with one of our many registered therapy dogs.
2 p.m. – “Family Storytime” Stories, songs, fingerplays and a thematic craft for all ages.
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. – “E-book Consultation” A trained staff will be available to offer assistance using Download Destination on your electronic reading device.

Islands Library, 4 p.m.

Tybee Library, 4 p.m.

Thunderbolt Library, 4 p.m.
Learn about library services, get an e-book lesson, make an art activity, and register for a special prize.

Did you know the Girl Scouts celebrate their 100th Anniversary in 2012?

Local celebratory events include a traditional bridging event over the Talmadge Bridge followed by a party in Forsyth Park. An additional ceremony will take place simultaneously at Forsyth Park for younger Girl Scouts and anyone that may not want to cross the Talmadge Bridge.

Registration closes when the event fills to capacity limit or on January 30, 2012, whichever occurs first. For more registration info, click here.

Bridging to the Next Century
7-11 AM Sat. March 10
Thousands of Girl Scouts will cross over the Eugene Talmadge Memorial Bridge to symbolically “bridge” to the second century of the Girl Scout organization. Girls must be at least 10 years old or older to cross. Transportation will be provided to a party in Forsyth Park after the bridge walk. Registration ended in January.
Bridging at the Park 10 AM- Noon Sat. March 10, 2012: An additional ceremony will take place simultaneously at Forsyth Park for younger Girl Scouts and anyone that may not want to cross the Talmadge Bridge.

Party in Forsyth Park
11 AM-3 PM Sat. March 10
A post-bridging gathering in Forsyth Park that includes a “Sing Along”, led by Girl Scout Songstress, Melinda Caroll and activities for all ages. Participants will receive a special commemorative patch.

For more information about the Girl Scout’s 100th Anniversary local events, click here.

We all want our children to achieve their academic dreams.

Kumon of Savannah can help all children fulfill their potential by motivating them to achieve more independently.

The Kumon Math and Reading Center of Savannah assists students who are struggling in school and need to catch up, as well as those who want to advance.

Designed for students from pre-school to college level, Kumon helps children master skills in math and reading according to their own ability level.

Students begin the Kumon program at a comfortable starting point and work independently on daily worksheets that follow a naturally logical progression.

To build confidence and self-learning skills, children advance at their own pace in the Kumon Math and Reading Curriculum. Most students attend the Kumon Center twice a week, all year round.

For more information or to schedule a complimentary placement test, call owner and instructor, Janese Cooper at (912) 920-8899

Junior Kumon for preschoolers/kindergartners

Kumon also offers Junior Kumon an early education program for preschoolers and kindergartners, designed to motivate and help them prepare for their first academic challenges in reading and math. Junior Kumon builds children’s pre-literacy skills at an early age by teaching them the letters of the alphabet including shapes and sounds by connecting them with the spoken and written word. Their pre-numeracy skills are fostered by teaching them how to count and write numbers, coaching them to recognize patterns, and providing them with an understanding of basic addition.

Nurturing these abilities allows children to discover a love of learning and become capable, confident, and eager students.

Stay connected to Kumon of Savannah by liking them on Facebook here.

Kumon Math and Reading Center of Savannah, www.kumon.com/savannah, open on Mondays and Thursdays from 3-7 PM, 10010 Abercorn Ave. in Savannah. For more information or to schedule a complimentary placement test, call owner and instructor, Janese Cooper at (912) 920-8899. Kumon of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

New Saturday class starts Feb. 4: Bilingual Speech Therapy & Language Center in Savannah now offers a new Saturday class for school-aged children ages 4 1/2 to 12 years of age! Receive a 20% discount on the monthly cost of $60 to the first 5 parents that register by no later than Jan. 27 2012. Registration info & more details here.

This promotion can not be utilized with the military discount (any military active duty families recieve 20% off monthly fee of Spanish classes)

Classes are scheduled to start Feb 4, 2012

Registration fee can be paid on the Bilingual Speech Therapy & Language Center webpage here.

To register, call 912.335.8486. For more info, click here.

 Hilton Head Snow Day, Jan. 28 2012 Shelter Cove Park. Play in real snow! Adults get in free.

Saturday, January 28, 2012
Hilton Head Island,SC
Shelter Cove Park (located mid Island, just off 278. It is behind “The Plaza at Shelter Cove” (Piggly Wiggly & Fuddruckers, next to “The Mall at Shelter Cove”.)
11:00am-4:00pm
Admission $10/Per Child from Ages 2-18
Admission Includes Snow Field and Bounce Houses
Adults Get In Free
FREE Parking

Concessions Sold Seperately

All Proceeds Benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children’s Scholarship Fund.

http://www.islandreccenter.org/page.php?ID=210