TRIBE Savannah’s Monthly Community Wellness Walk

These monthly offerings are FREE to the entire family and encourage your family unit to get outside and reap the benefits that nature offers towards total body wellness.

Leisure walks with like minded families allows adults and children the opportunity to lower blood pressure, increase immune system function and boost our energy.

Connecting with the outdoors, your neighbor and yourself you will find this fun outdoor activity is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.

Outdoor activity/hike will be provided.TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high-quality programming focusing on happier hearts, minds and bodies. 

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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Sign up for Frosty 5K to benefit Project SEARCH, Effingham County

Here’s a chance to run a 5K @ a beautiful farm in Effingham County & benefit a good cause.

Proceeds from Frosty 5K on Jan. 13 2024 @ Honey Ridge Agricenter in Guyton Ga. will be used to support Effingham County Project SEARCH.

Sign up here.

Project SEARCH is a high school transition to work program for young adults with disabilities that takes place entirely at the workplace (Ebenezer Middle School). The goal for each student in this program is competitive employment. 

Project SEARCH is a high school transition to work program for young adults with disabilities that takes place entirely at the workplace (Ebenezer Middle School). The goal for each student in this program is competitive employment. 

Register here.

Pre-registration is encouraged for the annual 4-mile Turkey Trot presented by SouthCoast Health, Savannah

Join United Way of the Coastal Empire on Thanksgiving morning (Thurs. Nov. 23 2023) at Daffin Park in Savannah for the 15th Annual Turket Trot. Come as you are or in a Thanksgiving themed-costume and hit the 4-mile course.

Register online here.

The race route starts at Daffin Park in Savannah, loops through Arsdley Park neighborhood and ends up back at Daffin Park. Participants are invited to a post-race awards ceremony. No rollerblades please. Pets are permitted only with participants and on a leash. Strollers are welcome.

8AM Kids K (.62 miles, ages 10 & younger) Kids K race bibs will be available on-site at the main tent area, day-of. Complimentary.

8:15AM Diaper Dash (35 yards/.02 mile, ages 3 & younger. Complimentary.

8:30AM 4-mile run/walk

Packet Pickup: Wed. Nov. 22 2023, 10AM-6PM, Fleet Feet Sports, 3405 Waters Ave., Savannah or on race day @ Daffin Park.

Overall awards

Top 3 overall male and female

*Top 3 male and female in each age group

*Additional awards: largest family, runner from farthest away, most senior, most junior, best costume

Awards will be presented following tabulations @ Daffin Park.

Online pre-registration will close Wed. Nov. 22 @ 9PM. Pre-registration is encouraged.

On-site registration will be available on race morning from 7-8:30AM.

Questions. Learn more here.

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2023 Savannah Public Ice-Skating Schedule

Public skating has returned to the Savannah Civic Center’s MLK Arena – courtesy of Ghost Pirates Ice and the City of Savannah.

Savannah public ice-skating sessions kicked off earlier this month and will continue into December 2023 on weekdays and weekends.

See the 2023-2024 schedule here.

General Admission (12 & older): $12

Youth Admission (12 & younger): $8

Military & First Responders: $10

Ice Walkers: $10

Skate Rental: $2

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December 28: 9:30am-11:30am, 12pm-2pm, 2:30-4:30pm, 5-7pm

December 29: 10am-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6pm, 6:30-9:30pm

December 30: 10am-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6pm, 7-9pm

December 31: 10am-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6pm

January 1: 12-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm, 6-9pm

January 2: 10am-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6:30pm

January 3: 10am-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6pm, 7-9pm

January 4: 12:30-3:00pm, 4:30-6:30pm

January 5: 12:30-2:30pm, 4-6pm, 6:30-9pm

January 6: 1-3pm, 4-7pm, 7:30-9:30pm

January 7: 12pm-2pm, 3:30-5:30pm, 6-8pm

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Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Savannah

The Town of Thunderbolt will host this free community event – Christmas on the Bluff – on Sat. Dec. 9 2023, 4-7PM.

Festivities will begin at 4 pm and include: photos with Santa, live entertainment, cookie decorating, ornament decorating, vendor village, food trucks, culminating with the lighting of the Town’s Christmas Tree.

Vendors, food trucks and activities will be set up at 3107 River Drive, next to River Drive CrossFit.

Christmas on the Bluff is a free community event and all are welcome to join!

No tickets are required to attend the event.

Questions? Email events@thunderboltga.org.

Free & open to the public.

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Days of Christmas Past Holiday Festival & Market 2023

Step back in time at this family-friendly holiday festival “Days of Christmas Past” supporting Friends of Oatland, Sun. Dec. 10, 10AM-2PM.

Enjoy holiday themed crafts, find a perfect gift at a local makers market, and have your photo taken with Father Christmas.

What to Expect:

*Oatland-themed holiday crafts

*unique gifts and offerings from local makers.

*select local food trucks will be on site.

*Father Christmas visits

​General Admission: $5 per adult / $3 per child

FREE Admission for FOO Members. Become a member here.

Additional fees will apply for certain optional activities with all proceeds going towards FOO’s mission of supporting Oatland Island Wildlife Center.

Learn more here.

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Savannah’s Lighted Christmas Parade 2023 is Sat. Dec. 9

Lighted Christmas Parade in downtown Savannah will be 5:30-7PM Sat. Dec. 9.

The parade starts @ Plant Riverside District on the west end of River Street, goes down to the east end, then winds its way downtown for the entire community to enjoy.

The parade features community floats, cars, trolleys, walking groups.

Free & open to the public.

View the parade route here.

Thanks to generous sponsorship by the Bluffton Firefighters Foundation, Bluffton Township Fire District is now able to provide real-time tracking of Santa Claus as they escort him around the community this Holiday 2023 Season.

Bluffton Township Fire District is finalizing routes and schedules and will have them available next week so you can mark your calendar to watch for Santa coming to a neighborhood near you!

Learn more here: www.Glympse.com/!blufftonfire

Art Start storytime, tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah, Thurs. Nov. 16

Start your day with art at this monthly parent & child program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for Art Start, which includes story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Come play and learn. Theme for Nov. 16 Art Start: Created Beasts: Sculpture by Ulysses Davis. (pictured below)

Nov. 16 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limited, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

Dec. 21 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limted, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

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Thanksgiving Sale @ High Cotton Kids Consignment, Savannah

High Cotton Kids’ Thanksgiving Sale in Savannah is in full swing! The closer we get to Thanksgiving, the more your savings grow!

High Cotton Kids will be adding and discounting more items daily, too!

High Cotton Kids will be extending their shopping days through next Monday, so plenty of time to get those last minute Thanksgiving outfits or an early jump on Christmas gifts!

High Cotton Kids’ gently loved toys, books, puzzles, games, DVDs & baby equipment are always in high demand this time of the year!

Extended Shopping Days:
Wed-Fri, Nov. 15-17th, 10AM-5PM
Sat, Nov 18th, 10AM-4PM
Sun, Nov 19th 11AM-4PM
Mon, Nov 20 10AM-5PM

www.highcottonkids.com
2164 E. Victory Drive, Savannah (next to Savannah Children’s Theatre)

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SouthCoast Health Dietetic Counselor Rebekah Laurance

SouthCoast Health Dietetic Counselor Rebekah Laurance shares her favorite healthy holiday recipes.

Recipes include Salad with vinaigrette dressing; salad; healthier collard greens; whipped sweet potatoes with crumbly pecan topping.

Find SouthCoast Health dietician’s favorite holiday recipes here.

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Three Thankful Days @ Scribble Art Studio, Savannah

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah will offer three days of art instruction during the first part of Thanksgiving Week 2023 when Savannah-Chatham public schools are closed for fall break.

Participants will learn various art techniques. Materials are provided.

Projects include landscape, portraiture, and independent study. 

​Three Thankful Days, $150

9AM-Noon

12 spaces Nov 20, 21 & 22 2023

Sign up online here.

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Five Golden Days @ Scribble Art Studio, Savannah

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah will offer five days of art instruction during school Holiday Break 2023 Dec. 18-22.

Participants will learn various art techniques. Materials are provided.

Projects include landscape, portraiture, and independent study. 

​Five Golden Days, $250

9AM-Noon

12 spaces Dec 18-Dec 22 2023.

Sign up online here.

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FREE ADMISSION: MON. NOV. 13 AT 7PM PRESENTED BY THE CHATHAM EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE

The Chatham Educational Alliance invites you to attend a special presentation of the award winning film The Right to Read followed by a Q&A with documentary subject and activist Kareem Weaver @ Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah, 7PM Mon. Nov. 13

The Right to Read shares the stories of an NAACP activist, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read.

Purchase tickets here.

ABOUT KAREEM WEAVER 
Kareem Weaver, an Oakland NAACP activist, believes literacy is our most important civil right. He is fighting for a world where 95% of children can read. With a focus on Black and brown children, Kareem demands to bring science-based reading instruction to Oakland schools and causes national interest by taking on the publishing industries.  

Free community event @ Savannah’s new toy store

Last Game Day / Kids Karaoke for 2023 is this Sunday Nov. 19, 11AM-2PM @  The Magical World of Toys, a new toy store in Savannah’s Live Oak neighborhood off Waters Avenue.

This event is shorter than ones in the past so organizers can have time to get ready for everyone who signed up for The Magical World of Toys’ free second detective night.

Toy store owner Dante Pierson plans to host regular community kids’ events at the store.

Learn more here.

See SouthernMamas.com reel spotlighting the toy store’s stage & dress-up gear here.

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TRIBE presents Zumbini- Music & movement for your baby.

Created by Zumba and BabyFirst TV, Zumbini is an early childhood education program that uses original music and movement for children 0-4, all while creating the ultimate bonding experience for you and your child.

Come check out this ultimate bonding experience for your child 0-4 years old & their caregiver.
There are two opportunities to Demo a Zumbini class with TRIBE Savannah before the next session starting the week of Nov. 8.

TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high quality programs.
Questions? Email tribesavannah@gmail.com or text 786-525-3850

Zumbini Demo Classes
Thurs. Nov. 2, 10AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.
Thurs. Nov. 2, 11:15AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.
This is the perfect way to try a Zumbini class before committing to the 8 week session.

Already a Zumbini family? Come play with TRIBE Savannah on these dates to keep the fun going!

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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Thanksgiving Brunch 2023 @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Enjoy Savannah’s best Thanksgiving Brunch, featuring a freshly prepared holiday buffet with all the trimmings. Guests can savor a wide range of traditional Thanksgiving favorites and enjoy a full bar with premium beer, wine, and cocktail offerings as well as a Bloody Mary bar.

This memorable, family-friendly brunch is designed to take the stress out of one of the biggest holidays of the year by offering a delicious, chef-prepared Thanksgiving meal. 

What: Thanksgiving Brunch 

When: Thursday, November 23, 2023 – 11 a.m to 3 p.m. 

Where: Salzburg Ballroom 

Cost: $83++ for adults; $39++ for children ages five to 12 

Reservations: LINK 

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TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high-quality programming focusing on happier hearts, minds and bodies. 

Programming includes:

*Zumbini- Music and movement for kids 0-4 and caregiver (8-week session). 

*After School Wellness- total body wellness program geared towards preschoolers 3-5. 

*Monthly Community Wellness Walks

*A Multicultural Holiday Dance Party,

* Private wellness programs And more!

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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FREE Kid-Friendly Holiday Ballet Rendition of The Nutcracker @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, Nov. 17

Tybee Ballet Theatre presents The Land of the Sweets @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater in November and @ Tybee Post Theater in December.

There will be a FREE performance on Fri. Nov. 17 2023 @ 7PM @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater. Seating is limited, but you can reserve your free ticket online here.

In partnership with Savannah Cultural Arts Center through the Spotlight and Weave-A-Dream Programs, this ballet will be unique and inclusive rendition of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker. 

Tybee Ballet will present Land of the Sweets as ticketed events on Sat. Nov. 18 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center @ 3 & 7PM as well as Sat. Dec. 9 2023 @ 3 & 7PM and Sun. Dec. 10 2023 @ 3PM at The Tybee Post Theater. 

Purchase online here or scan the QR codes above.

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Au Pair agency in Savannah

Did you know? The nation’s first Au Pair agency is now available in Savannah! Au Pair in America provides flexible, affordable, live-in child care with a cultural flair. Learn why Verywell Family named Au Pair in America “Best Overall Au Pair Agency” for the third year in a row.

Au Pair in America is offering a special offer for Savannah-area families: a $350 program fee discount when you apply by Nov. 30 2023, plus no application fee. Use promo code SAV when you apply.

Au Pair in America was the first program authorized by the Department of State to serve as sponsor for the au pair program and has provided the opportunity for more than 110,000 au pairs to live with families like yours across the United States for over 30 years.

With an au pair, you will be able to create your own child care schedule of up to 10 hours per day and up to 45 hours per week. By having your child care provider living in your home, dealing with sick days and life’s little surprises has never been easier.

Discover the difference of live-in cultural child-care.

Learn more here.

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Special free game nights @ The Magical World of Toys, Savannah

Savannah’s new toy store The Magical World of Toys is having a case of the missing cake detective nights throughout the month of November to celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Month.

This is a free event for kids aged 4 to 10. There is only space for 10 families a night, so RSVP to reserve your spot.

Email or call:

+1-912-417-4940

email: dante@themagicalworldoftoys.com

Game schedule: 3-5PM Sundays Nov. 12, Nov. 19 & Nov. 26 2023.

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The Magical World of Toys

1602 Waters Ave. , Savannah 31404

New hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 11AM-3PM

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Thanksgiving Week Camp @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah

Summit Gymnastics will offer Thanksgiving week camps this year: Mon-Wed. Nov. 20, 21 & 23 2023.

Secure your spot as they are limited.

Sign up for one day or more for $45 per day.

For ages 4-10 (must be bathroom independent). Class time: 9AM-1PM.

Call  912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com.

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Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah is a place for parents and toddlers to have fun, stay fit and make new friends.

*9:30-11AM

*ages 5 and younger – must be accompanied by an adult.

*No registration required.

*$10 / child – Cash Only

Upcoming Tiny Tot dates are: Tues. Oct. 31, Sat. Nov. 4 & Tues. Nov. 14. Learn more here.

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Holiday Tree Lighting Nov. 30 2023, 5:30PM @ Telfair Academy, Savannah

Kick off the holiday season with Telfair’s annual tree lighting celebration sparking joy and bringing the community under one roof.

A hot cocoa bar, delicious cookies, and children’s art activities will take place in the Telfair Academy.

Be sure to pick up holiday gifts in the museum shop—especially brilliantly colored Delftware ornaments representing Telfair’s three sites are waiting to go to good homes.

The holiday tree will be on view until Jan. 8, 2024.

The event is free & open to the public.

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Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Jr. @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Here’s a holiday treat & a chance to take your kids to a festive live theater production during the holidays: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Jr. @ Savannah Children’s Theatre.

Showtimes: Dec. 1, 8, 15 @ 7PM; Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 @ 3PM.

Purchase tickets online here.

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