Pirate Night: Come dressed in your favorite pirate outfit (leave the swords at home) for food, fun and crafts. Free admission. (843) 842-7645 or www.thesandbox.org .

A story time followed by a related arts and crafts or science project. Each month features a fun and unique theme and is geared for children age 5 and under; older siblings and guests are welcome as well. Classes are designed for parents and caregivers to interact and assist their child with each project and they are encouraged to stay and play in the museum following the program.

There is no additional charge for these weekly classes as cost is included in the regular admission or annual membership fee. Learn about a variety of subject matters ranging from nature, recycling, nursery rhymes, health and wellness and basic science principles just to name a few.

For more information, call 843.842.7645 www.thesandbox.org

Storytime for preschoolers ages 3-5 will be held at Bluffton Public Library Mondays at 6:30 PM and Tuesdays at 10 AM this winter/spring. Stories, songs, fingerplays, snacks and other related activities. Each session is approximately 35-40 minutes long. Parents or caregivers must register their child at the circulation desk. Call for more info: 419-358-5016.
Weekly Themes
Feb. 28th: Dragons v. Unicorns

Free storytimes at Live Oak Public Library branches in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty counties. For more info, click here

Chatham County

Storytimes at Bull Street Library, 2002 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM. : Tree Tots Storytime: a story and simple art activity for children ages 3-4.
Thursdays, 10:30 AM: Acorns Storytime: Age-appropriate stories, fingerplays, songs and more for infants, one- and two-year olds

Storytime at Islands Library, 125 Wilmington Island Rd., Savannah, GA 31410
Thursdays, 10:30 AM.: Tree Tots Storytime: Stories, songs, fingerplays and activities for ages 0 to 4.

Storytimes at Pooler Library, 216 South Rogers Street, Pooler, GA 31322
Wednesday at 10:30 AM: Tree Tots Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30 AM: Acorns Storytime
Stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers

Storytimes at Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419
(behind Target at Savannah Mall)
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM: Acorns Storytime: stories, songs, and fingerplays especially for ages 0 to 2.
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM.: Tree Tots Storytime: combined storytime offers stories, songs, fingerplays, and activities especially for ages 0 to 4
Thursdays at 10:30 AM.: Preschool Storytime: thematic storytime offers stories and movement activities for sharpening
fine and large motor skills especially for ages 3 to 5.

Storytime at Thunderbolt Library, 2708 Mechanics Avenue, Thunderbolt, GA 31404
Tuesdays, 11 AM.: Tree Tots Storytime: features stories, songs and activities for ages 0 to 6

Storytime at Tybee Library, 405 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA 31328
Tuesdays at 11 AM Tree Tots Storytime: songs,stories and fingerplays for ages 0 to 5.

Effingham County

Storytimes at Rincon Library, 17th Street & Highway 21, Rincon, GA 31326
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.: Storytime features stories, music and activities especially for 1-4 years olds.

Storytime at Springfield Library, 810 Highway 119 South Springfield, GA 31329
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: Storytime features stories, songs and activities for ages 1 to 4.

Liberty County

Storytimes at Hinesville Library, 236 West Memorial Drive, Hinesville, GA 31313
Monday, Mar. 14 & 28 10:30 a.m.: Preschool Storytimes: This thematic storytime offers stories, songs and movement activities for sharpening fine and large motor skills especially for ages 3 to 5.
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.: Tree Tots Storytimes: Age-appropriate stories, finger plays, songs and more. Ages 0 to 2.

Join Savannah Striders to train for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah Marathon & ½ Marathon . The meeting will focus on proper stretching techniques. The inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah Marathon & ½ Marathon – set for November 5, 2011 – will start on Bay Street and end at Forsyth Park. The coaching with Savannah Striders is FREE once you join the Savannah Striders Running Club, a cost of $25 which includes a free technical running shirt. http://www.savystrider.com/

MARCH 30 – 31 & April 1: 7 p.m. A showcase of a variety of dance styles, ranging from classical ballet to contemporary movement.   www.saaarts.com .

Bring the whole family for hoppy hayrides, an egg hunt that starts at 1 p.m. Sat. April 23, and other fun games and crafts. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. http://gastateparks.org/skidawayisland

Celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up the Skidaway Narrows river by boat, kayak or walking the shore! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
http://gastateparks.org/skidawayisland

 Join Miss Rebecca for stories themed to the season, hands-on art projects and fun songs. Cost $4 per child with regular adult admission
(912) 651-6823 ext. 3 or chsgeorgia.org.

MARCH 19 – APRIL 17: Climb aboard the passenger car of the restored steam engine locomotive for a guided train ride and learn about the Central of Georgia Railroad. Mon.-Sat. at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.; Sun. at 1 & 2 p.m. (912) 651-6823 ext. 3 or www.chsgeorgia.org .

The fun, family-friendly parade will start at 3pm and proceed down Butler Avenue to end on the Strand by the pier.
This Irish Parade began under the guidance of Jimmy and Jay Burke. Since its conception, it has become a Tybee tradition that seems to grow bigger every year. There will be lots of Irish families marching, along with bands, bagpipers, festive floats, the Alee Temple Shriners and straight from the Bahamas Junkanoo legends Barabbas and The Tribe! Good places to catch the parade are Butler Avenue between 6th and 10th Street and 12th Street on down.
Dress in green & join in the fun. Parade starts at City Hall and proceeds down Butler Avenue to Tybrisa Street.
Phone: 912-786-5444. www.tybeeVisit.com

Autism Support Corner, Inc. – a nonprofit, 501 (c)(3), organization that provides a line of local resources to families affected by the autism spectrum disorder. The group’s mission is to work together with the community and schools to provide a better knowledge and understanding of autism.
Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of every month
Contact: Jeanette Orr
ascrh@yahoo.com
912-445-0233
*Child care is available upon RSVP

Celebrate “Read Across America” with one of the most famous Dr. Seuss book characters.
As “The Cat in the Hat,” Reuben Haller (a musician, clown and former Cirque du Soleil performer) brings this classic book to life. The show, complete with Things 1 & 2, a grumpy fish, and a balancing birthday cake, involves children as participants from start to finish. Don’t miss this one!
Ages 3 & up.

Hinesville Library, Monday, March 7 – 10:30 a.m.
Oglethorpe Mall Library, Monday, March 7 – 4 p.m.

Worldwide, 1600,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year. Raise awareness and funds to cure childhood cancer by participating in Savannah’s St. Baldrick’s Event. Go to www.stbaldricks.org/events/SavannahCityMarket  to find out who in Savannah is shaving the way to Conquer Childhood Cancer!

MARCH 5, 12 & 19: “Sounds and Making Music” KoolScience4Kids hands-on science program hosted by Math&ScienceMatters, LLC at Southwest Middle School. Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. (elementary school students) & 10:15-11:15 a.m. (middle school students). Different monthly themes. Pre-registration required. (912) 660-3442 or www.mathandsciencematters.com .

MARCH 3 – 31: “Tea at Mrs. Davenport’s” program at the Davenport House Museum, 5 p.m. Learn about tea traditions and experience an early 19th century tea in an historic atmosphere. March 3-4, 10-11, 16, 18, 23-24 & 31. Reservations recommended. 324 E. State St. (912) 236-8097 or www.davenporthousemuseum.org .

A puppet show featuring Bee and his friends as they get ready for spring
368-4003
Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 24, 4 p.m.

Features a story and art activity with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. Ages 5 and up.
925-5432

An Australia-themed presentation that combines music, art, social studies, science, reading encouragement, and audience participation. An engaging performance delivering lessons and messages that transcends all countries, borders and peoples. All ages.
925-8305

Stories, Music and Imagery: A Doorway to a Child’s Self Esteem
Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Thursday, March 10, 10 a.m. – Registration and Orientation
Saturday, March 19, 2 p.m.
Saturday, March 26, 2 p.m.
April is the Month of the Military Child. In preparation for the celebration, a special 7-week program of stories, music and imagery will be offered for children between the ages of 6 to 10, giving them new skills to cope with the stress of deployment through music inspired creativity. All children are welcome. For more information, call Elizabeth Jacobi at 598-2118.

A monthly craft-time just for children.
368-4003

Project 440’s MusicAlive presents a journey through the music of Vivaldi, Haydn and other composers with a special focus on the seasons.
Pooler Library, Wednesday, March 23, 10:30 a.m.
Oglethorpe Mall Library, Wednesday, March 23, 4 p.m.
Bull Street Library, Thursday, March 24, 10:30 a.m.
Islands Library, Thursday, March 24, 4 p.m.
Southwest Chatham Library, Friday, March 25, 10:30 a.m.
Carnegie Library, Friday, March 25, 4 p.m.

The Parade begins at 10:15 a.m. following celebration of Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

The parade begins at the corner of Gwinnett and Abercorn, and makes its way north on Abercorn to Broughton, where it turns east to East Broad Street. The parade turns north on E. Broad and then heads west on Bay, past City Hall, where it takes a left on Bull Street, ending at Harris Street.

The City of Savannah’s guide to St. Patrick’s Day is available at www.savannahga.gov . The guide is for residents, visitors and businesses who plan to participate in the celebration March 17-19. Topics include parking and transportation options, vendor permitting and rules for using the parks and squares on the day of the parade.