Hip Savannah children’s clothing boutique to open Nov. 1

October 17th, 2010

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Your child’s sashay is so unique, she deserves her own runway. And a Savannah boutique that carries clothing and accessories as unique as she is.

Which is why you need to mark your calendar for Nov. 1, the opening of sara jane’s children’s boutique, a new store tucked away among the upscale businesses in Sisters Court in Savannah. sara jane will create an environment full of imagination and whimsy – complete with a pint-sized playhouse to facilitate those little shoppers looking for an adventure; a runway for the mini divas; and, of course, a dress-up box full of accessories to complete the look of a fashionista.

The show-off lines that will be sold include Petunia Pickle Bottom, The Sweeteas, Palm Tree Princess (made in Hawaii), Bailey Boys, Zuccini, Angel Dear and more. Lines such as Magnolia Baby and Mud Pie round it out. Offering newborn to size 6 for girls and boys.

There’s no slouching on accessories, either. Dig the adorable, monogramable diaper bags.

sara jane aims to give children the confidence to be unique and show their own personal style. It’s a place that is not only fun for parents, grandparents and friends, but extra special for the kids. sara jane makes shopping exciting for kids and encourages them to try things on (which any mom knows is often a hard task to complete) by playing dress up.

Palm Tree Princess

Palm Tree Princess

sara jane is now booking children’s birthday parties and has several adorable themes to choose from. Party-goers can dress up and strut their stuff on the runway. Best thing is: you don’t even have to worry about a thing.  Every party includes decorations and invitations, craft, snacks, party hostesses, set up and clean up, goody bags, coupons and more! Email sarajanekids@comcast.net for more info.

“Like” the sara jane’s Facebook page to stay connected by clicking here

sara jane’s childrens boutique, 202 East 37th St. Savannah, Ga 31401, in the location in Sisters Court formerly occupied by Bella Mia Bridal Shop. Email: sarajanekids@comcast.net, 912-596-9506, Hours 10 AM-6 PM Mon-Fri, 10 AM-5 PM Sat. www.sarajanekids.com

Zoe Foundation helps Savannah families dealing with the loss of a baby

October 17th, 2010

zoefoundation_finalOctober is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

The Zoe Foundation will host the second annual “Walk to Remember” Sat. Oct. 30 2010 @ Forsyth Park
Registration: 9 AM
Event Time: 10 AM to noon

This Family Event is FREE and open to the public. Pre-Registration is recommended: Call or e-mail: 912.508.1858 / kayla@zoe-foundation.org

This year’s event will feature: music – guest speakers; balloon release; memorial walk around Forsyth Park; special reading of the names of our honored babies. Please bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park following the event.

The Zoe Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization that offers financial and emotional support to families who have endured the loss of a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, chromosomal disorders, SIDS, accidents or other causes. The Zoe Foundation believes that even the smallest life is precious and deserves a proper memorial. Everyone who has experenced a similar loss or knows someone who has is invited to get connected with The Zoe Foundation.

Walt Disney Silhouettes Artist Returns to Just for Baby & More

October 12th, 2010

just-for-baby-new-ad-addressBack by popular demand! Walt Disney silhouette artist Beth Pray will be at Just for Baby and More – located at 7701 Waters Ave. – on Sat. Oct. 23, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Her appearance this past spring was a sell-out and she agreed to return just in time for the holidays. Come meet artist Beth Pray and have her capture a timeless treasure of your child in a hand cut silhouette. With five years experience at Walt Disney World and 19 years total, she cuts black acid free paper into an exact likeness of her subject. Beth will mount them and place them on a 5×7 mat.

The silhouette is then placed in a quality black oval frame making it a great holiday gift for a grandparent, loved one or other family member. It only takes 2 minutes or less (so don’t worry your children don’t have to sit still for very long).

Public is invited to attend. $22 per silhouette picture.

Reservations are required and spots fill up quickly! Please call (912) 355-4455 to reserve your spot or email casey@justforbaby.net.
NOTE: Cash and Check payments only

New Savannah mommy and me music classes at Ms Amy’s School of Music

October 11th, 2010

amyschoolmusicMs. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah has early childhood music education classes that start the first week of November on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Ms Amy will be teaching the following mommy and me music classes: 9:00-9:45 (6 – 18 months) 10:00-10:45 (18 months – 3 years) 11:00-11:45 (3 – 5 years). Class descriptions are as follows.

Mommy and Me Music (ages 6 -18 mos.)
This class enhances musical growth in a playful and developmentally appropriate atmosphere. Babies feel, hear, and see different musical instruments while parents and caregivers learn activities and songs to promote their childs musical beginnings.

Mommy and Me Music (ages 18 mos. – 3 years)
A joyful first music experience where children, siblings, and parents will share in a music making program of rhythms, active movement games and singing. A nurturing environment where an energetic connection is drawn between music and imagination. Meet others and learn some fascinating music activities you can re-create at home.

Mommy and Me Music (ages 4 – 5 years)
An artistically conceived flow of songs, nursery rhymes, instrumental jam sessions and movement activities will keep your little music maker involved. This class is designed to support children’s development of competence in tonality and rhythm.

Ms. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah  also has openings available for private students. Lesson options are as follows:

Music Discovery Lessons (ages 3 – 5 years)
This is a private half hour lesson for both parent(s) and student to attend. It’s for the parent who wants their child to eventually play piano or guitar. Little fingers are not that strong, so I have designed these lessons to give children the basis needed to begin and instrument at a younger age than normal.

Piano, Beginner Guitar, Voice, Brass, and Woodwind Lessons (ages 3 – 100 years)
This is a private half hour lesson. Every student is different and each lesson is directed, through materials and activities, to meet each student’s needs and goals.

Theory Lessons
These lessons are for the musician who knows how to play already and wants to learn to read music and widen their understanding of music theory.

Contact Ms. Amy’s School of Music in Savannah  via email at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com with any questions or if you would like a registration form. All students must be registered for the new term no later that Oct. 27. Payment is accepted for the term at the first class.

Classes are held at 2421 Waters Ave. near Daffin Park. For a schedule of available class times, visit www.msamyschoolofmusic.com.

Petite Feet in Savannah now carries UGG boots for children

October 11th, 2010

ugg-logoAll the kids are wearing them. And now your favorite place to buy children’s shoes in Savannah carries them: UGG boots.

Petite Feet now has UGG boots in stock for toddlers and kids.

The trendy wool-and-sheepskin boots are perfect over jeans or with skirts and oversize sweaters

Petite Feet’s knowledgeable personal service ensures that each child is fitted correctly. The boutique has hard-to-find sizes. And you don’ t have to fight for parking spot. Petite Feet at 5521 Abercorn next to Fresh Market and across from Publix is in a petite-feet-button-ad1super convenient location with easy in-and-out parking. The kid-friendly store even has puzzles, TV, children’s book and toys keep the tots busy while you shop.

But best of all are the popular brands Petite Feet carries – all the ones you’ve been searching for, but have a tough time finding in our area: Lilly Kelly, Keen, Merrell, Michael Kors, Morgan & Milo, Naturino, Ralph Lauren, Robeez, Roxy, Sanita, See Kai Run, Simple, Sketchers, Sperry Top-Sider
Teva and many more.

Visit their website at www.petitefeetsavannah.com for more brands and information

Kids and teen yoga classes at The Yoga Room in Savannah

October 10th, 2010

yogakidlogocolor1Kids and teen yoga is now offered at The Yoga Room, 115 Charlotte Road,  on Whitemarsh Island.
Ages 4-8 Tuesdays 4-5 PM
Ages 9-12 Thursdays 4-5 PM
Teen yoga, 13 and up Saturdays 4-5 PM
For cost and more info, click here.
Register by calling 912-898-0361 or emailing svnnhyogaroom@aol.com

AGES 4-8: Children in this age group benefit greatly from the focus and gentleness that yoga brings in a time when kids mind’s tend to be over-stimulated by television, computer games, and today’s fast paced lifestyle. This class stimulates creativity, regulates adrenal glands to better control times of possible aggression or excitability, tones all internal organs and promotes health, builds coordination, strength, and agility, and equalizes energy.

AGES 9-12: This class strives to increase concentration for students, improving in all areas including schoolwork. Practicing yoga will aid in balancing out the pineal and pituitary glands to correct any sadness or gloominess that girls may experience at this age. Yoga also helps to create a healthy body image, improves posture, instills the ability to relax, and provides a healthy way to experiment and take risks. It cultivates a sense of gratitude; enables letting go of the tendency to be critical of one’s self and judgmental of others. Children will learn to calm themselves and better manage stress. The class will assist in building self-esteem and creating a connection with their own body, environment, and the food they eat. Kids who practice yoga also tend to choose better foods to eat and are able to engage in more physical activity than those who do not.

TEEN YOGA: Yoga improves performance in sporting activities like baseball, softball, soccer, football, cheerleading, ballet, tennis, etc. It improves circulation, digestion, and respiration to provide more energy. Yoga for teens increases flexibility and builds balance, promotes self-awareness, increases focus, and relieves stress. Teens that practice yoga learn to better regulate their own emotions. For girls, yoga will aid in establishing an easy and regular menstrual cycle. This class explores ways to honor yourself, others, and all living things. For teenagers, the intensity and duration of the asanas can be increased during practice, as well as focusing on breath control. Yoga for Teens is a great way to meet new people, socialize, and have a lot of fun.

Be the face of EmmAva Photography; win a free photo session

October 9th, 2010

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Be the face of  EmmAva Photography .

EmmAva Photography is getting a facelift and needs a face to be the model for the new look. The logo has been designed and all EmmAva needs is you.

Three winners will become the face of EmmAva Photography. First place prize is a free one-hour session, 25 pictures on disc and a photo package.

Here’s how to enter to win: Go to EmmAva Photography’s Facebook page by clicking here and “like” the page. Submit a picture of you or a family member of your choice on to EmmAva’s wall. Get your family and friends to “like” EmmAva’s page and “like” the picture you submitted. The highest 3 “likes” of submitted pictures will be the winners.

Contest ends 11:59 PM Oct. 23.

There are several mini session days coming up over the next month. You can check out the dates on www.EmmAvaphotography.com or on Facebook.

Savannah family portrait photographer offering Christmas Mini Sessions

October 9th, 2010

michelle-l-morris-mini-christmasMichelle L Morris Photography is offering limited appointments for Christmas Mini Sessions on Sat. Nov 13. Please email for details and availability, as the four limited appointments offered will fill up quickly. For info on standard family or child sessions, please email info@michellelmorrisphotography.com. To view the complete published portfolio, click here and for recent work, studio news, and specials, please visit and subscribe to the blog at www.michellelmorris.com/blog. Michelle will soon be unveiling several new custom boutique style products that are wonderful for gift giving this season, and are currently not available anywhere else. Please email for all details, rates, information, and availability.

“The Haunting at the Cove”: Halloween event at Chatham County’s future water park

October 9th, 2010

pirates-cove-water-parkYou’re invited to “The Haunting at the Cove” – a Halloween extravaganza happening Oct. 22-31 at the site of the proposed water park being built in Chatham County.

The location of The Haunting – and the future water park called Pirates Cove Water Park– is on 10 acres near I-95 and Ga. 204 off I-95 Exit 94.

Pirates Cove Water Park isn’t expected to open until May 2011. So The Haunting will give the public a chance to check out the site where the water park will be and sample some food that will be sold at the park.

The Haunting includes a scary walk through the haunted woods, inflatables, mechanical rides, rock climbing walls, free treats for kids, live music, photos with the monsters and more, said Robert Welch, lead consultant and park general manager. Welch worked for Walt Disney and has opened 17 water parks around the world.

Cost: $10; $15 on Sat. Oct. 30. The admission cost is for the walk/ride through the woods only. The other venues are pay as you go with coupons: inflatables, rides, photos, rock climbing wall etc.

Hours: 6-10 PM Fri Oct. 22; 2 PM-midnight Sat. Oct 23; 2-10 PM Sun. Oct. 24; 6-10 PM Mon-Thurs. Oct. 25-28. 6 PM-midnight Fri. Oct. 29; 2 PM- until whenever Sat. Oct. 30. 

For more Savannah-area Halloween-related events, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and fall festivals, click here.

Hailey Mae’s Boutique: handmade custom gifts and accessories

October 6th, 2010

hailey-maes-boutiqueHailey Mae’s Boutique offers handmade items such as holiday dresses, pillowcase dresses, aprons, crayon aprons, crayon holders, unique trellis necklaces, hair clippies, hair bows, tutu bow holders, and other handmade items. 

 Hailey Mae’s believes in giving back to the community. The Pooler-based Web boutique uses the highest quality fabric and ribbon yet their prices are lowest in industry. Even better: Hailey Mae’s has weekly sales on the Hailey Mae’s Facebook page!

“Like” Hailey Mae’s on Facebook by clicking here. If they reach 200 fans by Oct 15, you can enjoy 50 percent off holiday dresses Oct 16 when Hailey Mae’s debuts their line of Holiday dresses to their facebook page.

Hailey Maes, www.haileymaes.com, email haileymaesboutique@gmail.com 

Kid-friendly exhibits worth the drive

October 6th, 2010

imagine-it-making-music-exhibitMaking America’s Music: Rhythm, Roots and Rhyme
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Opens Oct. 2, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun.,
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Interactive musical instrument exhibit, including a traveling tour bus, drums and the chance to lead an orchestra as conductor. $12.50/person; under 2, free

Water: H20=LIFE
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Opens Oct. 2, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Walk through life-sized dioramas and follow the water cycle from air to land at this interactive exhibit. Adults, $15; children ages 3-12, $13; 2 and under, free

Scarecrows in the Garden
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Oct. 1-31, Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
See wildly creative scarecrows built by local artists, organizations and businesses, on display throughout the garden this month. Adults, $15; children 3-17, $12; under 3, free.

Prehistoric Predators at mosh-dinasaur-exhibitMOSH (Museum of Science and History) in Jacksonville. Sept. 25-Jan. 9 – will feature life-sized animatronic dinosaur models sure to inspire visitors of all ages. On Oct. 23, the museum’s new Bryan Gooding Planetarium opens. The new Bryan Gooding Planetarium will offer visitors an experience like no other in our region. Come experience total-immersion entertainment in a 360-degree theater at super-resolution four times better than the best HDTV. MOSH offers $5 admission every Friday, Saturday and Sunday now through Oct. 17 . Click here for more info.

Savannah Children’s Art Birthday Parties, Adult Art Instruction at Carrie Christian’s Scribble Art Studio

October 4th, 2010

carrie-christian-art-partiesWildly popular Savannah artist/art teacher Carrie Christian is now offering Children’s Art Birthday Parties and Adult Art Instruction!

Birthday Parties: an original and fun way to celebrate your child’s next birthday. Each guest leaves with his or her very own painting and craft. Pick from a list of themes or create your own.
Parties run 2 hrs.
$150 for up to 10 guests, $5 per additional guest

Adult Art Instruction: take time for yourself and reconnect with your creative side. Private and group lessons now available for adults. Classes designed for all experience levels. A variety of mediums and techniques demonstrated and explored!

Art Parties at Carrie Christian's Scribble Art Studio

Art Parties at Carrie Christian's Scribble Art Studio

Carrie’s studio is at 212 E. 37th St., directly behind Bella Mia (bridal shop) at the corner of 37th and Abercorn Streets.
Phone: 912-323-0123
Email: carrieachristian@hotmail.com

Carrie Christian received her MFA in Painting and her BFA in Illustration from Savannah Collage of Art and Design. Her works have been exhibited nationally and internationally. She was included in the 2007 & 2009 Southern Editions of New American Paintings publication. Her work has been exhibited both in the Mobile Museum of Art and the Ogden Museum in New Orleans and included among many private collections.

New Savannah kids’ activity: 3rd Wednesday at Star Castle

October 4th, 2010

star-castle-logoWe know you are always looking for new local activities for your kids. That’s why we’re thrilled to tell you about the new 3rd Wednesday puppet show program at Star Castle Family Entertainment Center featuring “Angela Beasley’s Puppet People

The first of the regular monthly events will be 10-11:30 AM Wed. Oct. 20. Join “Angela Beasley’s Puppet People” featuring the 3 Little Pigs and the Teeny Tiny Wolf at Star Castle on Wednesday morning. There will be fun and games, balloon sculptures from Sir Laughs-Alot, story telling and lots of jokes. Don’t forget your socks for a sock skate activity following the puppet show.

Tickets are $12 at the door per child. Bring a library card to receive $2 off. Parents with children get in free.

Savannah children’s birthday parties

puppet-people-logo-2Star Castle – the local mecca for laser tag and skating – is also a popular Savannah spot for children’s birthday parties. Party packages range from $75 to $200. There are a variety of options. Kids can have a party that includes both skating and a laser tag; or choose one or the other. The pizza, birthday cake and ice cream part of the celebration unfolds in Star Castle’s party room. You have the option of having goody bags for guests that include a free pass for a return visit to Star Castle. Star Castle club members receive $25 off certain party packages. You can even book your party online. For more info, click here.

Star Castle, 550 Mall Blvd., 912-354-KIDS(5437), Savannah, GA, 31406, http://starcastle.info/

redbpower offers help to improve your baby’s nursery, update your home theatre and more

October 3rd, 2010

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Looking to improve your baby’s nursery or update your home theatre?

redbpower – a South Georgia business that offers electrical, sound and video solutions for people and for businesses – has a range of new parent-friendly services to improve your baby’s nursery including: hanging chandeliers, adding additional outlets, retrofitting all outlets with child proof covers, adding dimmers and more.

redbpower can do it all kinds of things to personalize you and baby’s diaper disposing space. Call redbpower to get the nursery’s electrical needs in order.

redbpower has an electrical license to work in Georgia and South Carolina.

The jobs don’t just stop at baby nurseries. redbpower can bring your home theatre to life, illuminate your home, fix your electrical dilemmas and bring surveillance to your business. redbpower can work with commercial contractors and custom home builders. They’ll even assist with solar projects!

Their philosophy is simple: stay up to date on the latest techniques, trends, and laws while offering the best customer service possible.

redbpower , 117 College Blvd, Statesboro, GA, 30458, 912.871.REDB (7332) On Facebook here.  

Giveaway: Win a Day Out With Thomas The Tank Engine

October 3rd, 2010

day-out-with-thomas-promothomas-tank-2010-promoAre your kids big fans of Thomas & Friends?

If so, then comment below this post or on the SouthernMamas Facebook fan page telling us why your family is Thomas’ biggest fan to enter to win one of two family 4-pack tickets to spend the Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine on Sun. Oct. 24.

The 2010 Celebration includes a 25 minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine at 10 AM Sun. Oct. 24; a chance to meet Sir Topham Hatt himself and take photos; storytelling; live music; build with Mega Bloks; crafts; food vendors and more.

find_us_on_facebook_badgeThis year its Thomas’ 65th Birthday, so come on board and celebrate. The Day Out with Thomas Celebration takes place at the SAM Shortline Excursion Train depot at Georgia Veterans State Park in Cordele, nine miles west of I-75 via Exit 101. Tour dates are October 23 & 24; 30 & 31, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM, rain or shine. The giveaway tickets are for Sun. Oct. 24.

For more information or to book tickets, visit www.samshortline.com or call (866) 468-7630.

Deadline to enter to win is Sun. Oct. 10. The first winner of this two week giveaway is Olevia Coleman! Congratulations Olevia! We’ll announce the second winner here next week. If you didn’t win last week’s family four pack of tickets, feel free to enter to next week’s contest.

The SECOND WINNER of this giveaway is Erica Pelkey! Congratulations! Thanks to everyone who entered to win!

Goodbye Mickey’s Rockin Road Show; Hello Disney on Ice Princess Classics in Savannah

October 3rd, 2010

disney-on-iceMickey’s Rockin Road show was a well-attended treat today in the intimate Johnny Mercer theatre at the Savannah Civic Center. The Disney characters – including Donald Duck, Cinderella, Tigger and new favorites Woody and Buzz Lightyear – were big hits with the preschooler set.

Coming next: Disney on Ice, Princess Classics at the Savannah Civic Center, Nov. 18-21. With special guest Tinker Bell, enter the worlds of your favorite Disney princesses Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Mulan, and Snow White. Tickets are on sale now. Click here.

SouthernMamas receive 10 percent off educational Discovery Toys

September 30th, 2010

discovery-toysLocal Discovery Toys Educational Consultant Donna Blas Cartwright is offering SouthernMamas 10 percent off your first purchase from her Discovery Toy Shop. Click here to start shopping and use the promotional code SOUTHERNMAMA912 to get the deal.

Donna – who is a Bluffton mother of four, retired Real Estate sales agent and wife of a military chaplain  – chose to become an Educational Consultant because she said Discovery Toys offers the most outstanding developmental products for families – products of the highest quality with extraordinary value. Even after a decade, DT Toys still have the same quality and continue to strive for better and fun products. They’ve been around for about 30 years or so.

Through a high level of open-ended play, Discovery Toys products encourage a child’s positive growth and development, says Donna. Children love the toys because they are fun, and while they are playing, they are learning.

Discovery Toys also provides a meaningful business opportunity. It’s a career that allows you to build your work schedule around your family while earning an income that supports your lifestyle. For more info, click here.

Holiday sessions with Savannah/Hilton Head photographer Britt Anderson

September 28th, 2010

britt-anderson-holiday-2010britt-anderson-holiday-session-2010-2Are you looking to get the perfect present for family and loved ones?

Family portraits are just the thing for the holidays. Portraits are what we look back on, day in and day out as they hang in our homes, reminding us of the people we love. They are a timeless gift, and you can never go wrong when giving them.

Holiday Sessions with Britt Anderson Photography are just what you need this season. There are four options to choose from, including the ever popular digital collections.

All sessions include a set of 25, 5×7 flat custom holiday cards. You better believe, people will be oohing and ahhing over these when they get them in the mail. Nothing better than bragging on your beautiful family with gorgeous portrait cards. You can see a small sampling of those cards here, and full offerings here.

britt-anderson-holiday-2010-3The Jolly Session is the print option, giving you 1-8×10, 2-5×7’s and a set of 8 wallets for $200.

The Jingle Session gives you your 5 favorite images on disk with a print release for $225.

The Merry Session gives you 10 of your favorite images on disk with a print release for $325.

The best value of all if the Joyful Session, which gives you all of the images from our session (between 15-20) for $425.

For more details regarding sessions, please check the website here.

Contact Britt today at contact@brittandersonphotography or by giving her a call at 912-966-0498. Let Britt capture those memories to last a lifetime.

Tybee Island Pirate Fest Schedule 2010

September 28th, 2010

pirate-head1Tybee Island Pirate Fest is Oct. 8-10. The fest includes such kid-friendly attractions as the ever popular pirate parade along Butler Avenue; Captain Jim & Krew Illusion Show; Petting Zoo; Blackbeard’s Pirate Ship where pirates are available for pictures; Pet Costume Contest; Children’s Costume Contest; limbo contest; and more.

For a schedule of the kids events at the Tybee Island Pirate Fest, click here.

World’s Largest Cruise Night at Edgewood Travel in Savannah

September 28th, 2010

edgewood-travelLocal residents can get a taste of life at sea when Edgewood Travel in Savannah hosts an event supporting World’s Largest Cruise Night 5-8 PM Wed. Oct. 13, 2010.

The evening of cruise festivities which helps mark National Cruise Vacation Month will be at Edgewood’s offices at 105 Wheeler Court.

Highlights of this year’s World’s Largest Cruise Night include: reduced deposits, door prizes, on board credits and special promotional rates. To help cruisers and potential cruisers get a real feel for the cruise industry and its offerings, trained travel professionals will be on hand to give unbiased expert advice and assist with cruise planning. RSVP to admin@edgewoodtravel.com if you would like to drop by during the World’s Largest Cruise Night.

For more information about cruise lines, ships, itineraries and worldwide cruise destinations, visit Edgewood Travel at 105 Wheeler Court or at www.edgewoodtravel.com. Or, call today at 912-351-0570 or 800-966-2779 to speak with any of our cruise vacation experts.

Homeschooling help: Savannah, Bluffton homeschool offer from Mama & Company

September 27th, 2010

homeschooling-mama-and-co-2Below is a guest post from Lowcountry homeschool expert Donna Cartwright of Beaufort-County-based Mama & Company:

Interested in homeschooling but don’t know where to start?
Click
here! Southern Mama Readers get a ONE FREE CONSULTATION email. Email your question to mama@mamaandcompany.com

Are you a thinking of homeschooling? I was in your shoes not too long ago! She did a lot of research and asked a few friends who homeschooled what they do. I learned more about curriculums they use and local support groups. Joining a local homeschool cooperative allowed me to talk to other mamas and see what they like as a curriculum and also how they taught inside their homes. I just loved meeting new people and making new friends. Homeschoolers are a unique commmunity.

If you’re a military family like we are, the only stability really for the children is the parent who stays home with the child. Let’s face it, the other parent (whether Mama or Daddy) deploys for months to years at a time. Homeschooling is taking this ‘stability’ to the next level.

Check out some books at the library about home schooling to help you decide if you want to do this. Only you can make the decision but be realistic with what you can handle and cannot. You certainly don’t want to take the kids out of school and realize this is not for you.

Take advantage of the ONE FREE CONSULTATION email offer to get your homeschool question answered. Email mama@mamaandcompany.com. For more homeschooling info, click here.

The above was a guest post from homeschooling expert Donna Cartwright of Mama & Company.

For more homeschooling resources in Savannah and the Lowcountry, click here.

Saturday morning sessions of physical science activities for grades K-8

September 27th, 2010

KOOLSCIENCES4KIDZ presents: Saturday morning sessions of physical science activities at Southwest Middle School, 6030 Ogeechee Road, Savannah.
One session for grades k-5; a second session for grades 6-8. Medical students from Mercer University Medical Mentors program will be involved with teaching and will present free science sessions related to the medical field.
For session dates, sample topics, or to sign up, click here.
Cost.: $48 a month. Includes materials
912-660-3442 email: Mathscmatters@aol.com

Meet the mom who started Savannah’s The Next Generation

September 27th, 2010

heather-and-luke-fountainHeather Fountain, a local mother of two, co-founded The Next Generation, a volunteer organization founded to benefit the Backus Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center.

Click here to read about how her son Luke’s serious medical condition inspired Heather to start The Next Generation and how you can help support their efforts. Volunteers with The Next Generation donate their time, talents and financial resources to help Backus patients and families experience a little happiness while combating life-threatening conditions.

Next Generation BBQ, Brews & Bluegrass Fall Festival at the Roundhouse Railroad Museum, 3-7 p.m. Sun. Oct. 3, 2010
Face painting, bounce houses, pumpkin patch, train rides and more to benefit Backus Children’s Hospital. 601 W. Harris St. (912) 350-1524, 350-6374 or www.nextgenerationsavannah.com.

“Trick or Treat” song on Justin Roberts’ new CD Jungle Gym

September 27th, 2010

halloween-ghostHalloween songs are tough to find. Until now.

Kindie rock musician Justin Roberts has a fun “Trick or Treat” song on his new CD Jungle Gym that may just become a Halloween classic

“Everyone’s outside, bags are open wide,
Cuz we’re ready to trick-or-trick-or-trick-or-trick-or treat!
Falling leaves will soar, we’ll go door to door,
Cuz we’re ready to trick-or-trick-or-trick-or-trick-or TREAT!”
-Justin Roberts, from the song “Trick or Treat”

Listen by clicking here . View Justin and his Not Ready for Naptime Players and their high energy performance here

For Savannah/Bluffton/Hilton Head Halloween festivals and pumpkin patches, click here.