Shannon Tanner’s interactive, family-friendly show at the Shelter Cove Harbour Gazebo. Two shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning Memorial Day, May 30, and running through Labor Day, Sept 5. Original ballads, ‘60s standards and sing-a-longs. Free and open to the public. (843) 686-9098 or www.sheltercovehiltonhead.com  .

Part of Harbourfest at Shelter Cove Harbour, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, directly across Highway 278 from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, Hilton Head Is., SC, United States, 29928-3587
May 30-Sept. 5 2011
Shannon Tanner, Fireworks, Cappy the Clown All Part of 2011 HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour
HarbourFest offers entertainment seven nights a week; including music, face painting, bouncy houses, balloon animals, sand art, and many more kid-friendly activities. Enjoy hand-made original arts and crafts from local vendors who specialize in jewelry, accessories, pet items, outdoor decorations and much more.
Long-time HarbourFest entertainer and family favorite, Shannon Tanner, will perform two shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning Memorial Day, May 30, and running through Labor Day, Sept 5. Arts and crafts booths, vendors and children’s activities will be available each night as well. This year, Cappy the Clown joins the show bringing her brand of clown entertainment and magic that is sure to delight all ages. Cappy will be at Shelter Cove 6-9:30 p.m. Sunday through Friday.
Tuesday night fireworks will light up the sky over the harbour at dusk on, June 14, 21 and 28; July 12, 19 and 26; Aug. 2 and 9; and Monday, July 4 (extended holiday show).
From 5:30 to 9:30 each evening, enjoy nightly entertainment at San Miguel’s and Scott’s Fish Market, two of the many water-front restaurants located within Shelter Cove Harbour
All HarbourFest events are free and open to the public. Events are weather permitting and subject to change. For more information, call 843-686-9098 or visit www.palmettodunes.com

April 12 – May 28: Shannon Tanner’s interactive, family-friendly show at the Shelter Cove Harbour Gazebo, Tuesday-Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Original ballads, ‘60s standards and sing-a-longs. Free and open to the public. (843) 686-9098 or www.sheltercovehiltonhead.com .

April 12 – May 28: Shannon Tanner’s interactive, family-friendly show at the Shelter Cove Harbour Gazebo, Tuesday-Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Original ballads, ‘60s standards and sing-a-longs. Free and open to the public. (843) 686-9098 or www.sheltercovehiltonhead.com .

April 14 – 24: Main Street Youth Theatre presents the family-friendly show, “Charlotte’s Web.” Shows are Thurs.-Sat. at 7 p.m.; Sun. at 2 p.m. Two shows on April 23 at 2 & 7 p.m. Barnyard BBQ Fundraiser on April 17. (843) 689-6246 or www.msyt.org  .

April 14 – 24: Main Street Youth Theatre presents the family-friendly show, “Charlotte’s Web.” Shows are Thurs.-Sat. at 7 p.m.; Sun. at 2 p.m. Two shows on April 23 at 2 & 7 p.m. Barnyard BBQ Fundraiser on April 17. (843) 689-6246 or www.msyt.org .

For ages 7-10. Pizza party, marshmallow roast, hot cocoa, moth program and craft and a guided nature walk. (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or www.coastaldiscovery.org .

An overview of dolphin “basics” provided by Wayne McFee, a research biologist at the NOAA Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research. $5 suggested donation. (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or www.coastaldiscovery.org .

For ages 5-14 Adult supervision and reservations required. Participants will learn about the owls and have the opportunity to build and take home a Screech Owl Nesting Box that can be placed outdoors to attract owls. All materials will be provided, however each child must bring an adult to the workshop to help them construct their nesting box. Space is limited and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767 ext 223 or by clicking here. Cost: $25 per participating child.

Markets held every Thursday. (843) 415-2447 or www.farmersmarketbluffton.com .

From Queen to ABBA to Billy Joel, The Savannah Philharmonic Chorus and rock band join forces to tackle the giants of pop and rock. (912) 525-5050. Click here for more info.

For the second year, the Savannah State University Chorus will rock the house with various pop and Motown hits in a special guest appearance. Always in high demand, the Savannah State University Chorus has received numerous awards and recognition and has performed both nationally and internationally. The Savannah Philharmonic is delighted to incorporate their incredible talents into this winning combination of pop and rock to create the most captivating concert experience.

Free admission for up to two children when accompanied by one paying adult. (912) 232-1511 www.shipsofthesea.org .

Savannah Spring Break Art Camp for ages 5-14 runs April 18-22 2011
Presented by the City of Savannah’s Dept. of Cultural Affairs at S.P.A.C.E. Studios. Kids can sample a range of artistic mediums, including painting, ceramics, metalwork and more. Pre-registration required. (912) 651-6783 or www.savannahga.gov . Click here for a registration form.
Camp is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For ages 5 – 12 (currently enrolled in kindergarten)
Registration deadline, 2 p.m., Friday April 15

Presented by the City of Savannah’s Dept. of Cultural Affairs at S.P.A.C.E. Studios. Kids can sample a range of artistic mediums, including painting, ceramics, metalwork and more. Pre-registration required. (912) 651-6783 or www.savannahga.gov . Click here for a registration form.
Camp is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
For ages 5 – 12 (currently enrolled in kindergarten)
Registration deadline, 2 p.m., Friday April 15

Celebrate the natural environment and connect with resources to care for it sustainably. Featuring a Save the Planet Scavenger Hunt; Trash Talkin’ Children’s Play; GreenZone for Kids; Climbing Wall. Download ticket for free admission. Learn more and download your ticket by clicking here.
www.experiencegreen.org

Bring your Easter basket to the GA State Railroad Museum (Roundhouse Railroad Museum) at 10 AM Sat. April 23 for springtime children’s crafts, a morning Easter egg hut, and of course, a train ride on the springtime story train! RSVPs required to attend. Open to toddlers to 10-year-olds. $10 per child with regular adult admission. For more information, or to RSVP call 912.651.6823 x3 or email childrensevents@chsgeorgia.org or info@chsgeorgia.org   

www.chsgeorgia.org

Join the fun at the Savannah Children’s Theatre with Pippi Longstockings, the classic tale brought to life on stage. March 25 and 26 and April 1-3; Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets at the theatre or www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org  .

Join the fun at the Savannah Children’s Theatre with Pippi Longstockings, the classic tale brought to life on stage. March 25 and 26 and April 1-3; Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets at the theatre or www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org .

We can’t say enough about how much we love  SCRIBBLE ART STUDIO in Savannah and are looking forward to checking out SCRIBBLE ART STUDIO’S SUMMER CAMP 2011.

Scribble Art Studio Summer Camp – run by Savannah artist Carrie Christian – has children drawing, painting, stamping, sculpting, and creating collages based on a variety of themes! Get ready to have some summer fun and explore your creative side!

4-5 year olds (different dates):
JUNE 6-10 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JUNE 27-July 1 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JULY 4-8 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JULY 25-29 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
AUGUST 1-5 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

5-7 year olds:
Morning classes: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
8-13 year olds:
Afternoon classes: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

8-13 year olds:
Afternoon classes: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Art From Around The World! | JUNE 13-17: Russia, Africa, Mexico, Japan, India, and France are just some of the cultures explored while creating new and exciting works of art!
American Art / Folk Art! | JUNE 20-24: Pulling from the natural folk art tendencies of children, this week’s theme explores the history of this organic art and offers inspiration for creating new masterpieces!
Calling All Animal Lovers! | JULY 11-15: Campers will use animals and their surrounding habitats as a springboard to create unique, colorful creations. Animal imagery and stories will be used for reference!
Fantasy / Fairytale! | JULY 18-22: This week includes projects designed around classic fairytales, creatures of fantasy, tall tales, and legends!
Meet the Masters! | AUGUST 8-12, AUGUST 15-19: Learn about the lives and works of new and familiar artists through their masterpieces!

CONTACT: Carrie Christian | 912-323-0123 | carrieachristian@hotmail.com | | www.scribbleartstudio.com Cost: $150 for the week. Deposit of $50 necessary to ensure spot. Tuition includes all the finest art materials. Make checks payable to Scribble Art Studio.

Have you checked out SouthernMamas.com Summer Camps 2011 page? Click here to do so.

The SouthernMamas.com Camp Guide includes such options as the following The Coastal Heritage Society’s summer camps:

Get On Board! for Ages 3-5
June 13 – 16
July 11 – 14
July 18 – 21
$135 per child
@ Georgia State Railroad Museum (Roundhouse Railroad Museum)
Monday – Thursday, 9am-1pm

The Great Train Exploration for Rising 1st-3rd Graders
June 20 – 23
$135 per child
@ Georgia State Railroad Museum (Roundhouse Railroad Museum)
Monday – Thursday, 9am-1pm

Deerskins, Rice & Cotton: Life in Early Savannah for Rising 1st-5th Graders
July 25 – 29
$150 per child
@ Georgia State Railroad Museum (Roundhouse Railroad Museum), Battlefield Park, Savannah History Museum & Old Fort Jackson.
Monday – Friday, 9am-1pm

All camps are 9am-1pm, Monday-Thursday with the exception of Deerskins, Rice, & Cotton: July 25-29, which is Monday-Friday.
Lunch can be provided at an additional cost.
A $50 deposit is due upon registration.
10% discount for multiple children or multiple weeks.
Deerskins, Rice, & Cotton will have a special field trip to Old Fort Jackson on Friday, July 29. Transportation to and from the Fort is required. The group will reconvene for lunch together at the WhistleStop Cafe.

To download a 2011 registration form and camp guide click here:
For more info, call 912.651.6823
x 3 for Kelli, Director of Sales
x 5 for Rebecca, Director of Young Children’s Programming
Or email: info@chsgeorgia.org  or rervin@chsgeorgia.org

At Holiday Farms, you can spend time at Haytona Speedway, The Bounce House, The Barnyard Zoo, and playing many games. Everyone will take a hay-filled wagon ride to The Egg Patch where each child will get a dozen toy and candy filled eggs to take home. The Easter Bunny will be here EVERY DAY! Click here for more info.
HOURS:
April 14 – April 23
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Friday – Saturday 9:00 am- dark, last hayride leaves at 6 pm
Closed on Sundays

E-mail: holidayfarms@yahoo.com

PRICES:
$8.00 per person, includes all activities, wagon ride to the Easter Patch and 1 dozen toy and candy filled eggs for all children 17 and under
Each participant MUST bring an empty egg carton
Easter photos will be provided by Music & Memories and available for purchase on:
Saturday, April 16th from 9 am – 1 pm
Saturday, April 23rd from 9 am – 12 pm.
Option to buy CD with all images (5-10 images) = $25.00 or
Print photo packages (2-3 weeks for delivery)= $15.00 – $40.00.
Cash, check or credit card accepted by Music and Memories
www.yourmusicandmemories.com

March of Dimes’s largest fundraiser. Registration begins at 8 AM. Walk at 9 AM.

Savannah’s March of Dimes’ March for Babies 6 mile walk is April 30 2011 at Daffin Park on E. Victory Drive, Savannah, 31405
Registration Time: 8 AM. Start Time: 9 AM

For more info, click here.

www.marchofdimes.com

A day of workshops, education and live entertainment. Recycl-rama 8-11 AM. Entertainment and other activities from 11 AM-3 PM,
www.earthdaysavannah.org

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