Carriage Tours, Pony Rides, Photography Sessions, Riding Lessons & more @ Red Gate Farms

Look how much Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center in Savannah has to offer.

From private trail rides to group riding lessons, Red Gate Farms has it all. Keep Red Gate in mind next time you are looking for something fun and new to do in the Savannah area.

Learn more here.

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New breastfeeding classes start in December 2023 @ Pediatric Associates of Savannah

Open to ALL patients of Pediatric Associates of Savannah.

Sign up today as these may fill up. Email LittleBirdLactation@pedsav.com.

Just the beginning of more breastfeeding offerings to come.

Classes will be @ Pediatric Associates Waters Avenue office in Savannah.

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Savannah Santa Train returns on Sat. Dec. 9, 2023, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum

Reserve your spot online here.

Savannah Santa Train, one of the largest annual holiday family events in the Lowcountry, returns on Sat. Dec. 9, 2023, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah.

Festive activities and entertainment include a holiday-themed diesel locomotive train ride experience, Tin Soldier training, crafts and historic children’s games, live performances, a visit from Santa Claus & more.

Savannah Santa Train is hosted each year by Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum. Tickets are $20 per person for all guests age eighteen months and up and online pre-registration is required here.

Train rides are available every fifteen minutes, so please select a time to reserve your seat.

Get tickets here.

Reminder: Did you know that your scheduled train ride is NOT your start time for the event? You can begin your day at Santa Train at any time – come as early and stay as long as you like for a full day of holiday cheer!

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Apply now for annual Savannah Classical Academy lottery for 2024-2025 school year

The annual lottery for Savannah Classical Academy is now open to all students living in Chatham County, from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Savannah Classical Academy is a public charter school serving residents of Chatham County. There is no tuition.

Applicants may submit their lottery application for the 2024-2025 school year by visiting this link.

Families may also visit the charter school to submit an application Mon.-Thurs. from 8:30AM until 2PM

SCA’s supportive and well-structured environment leads to excellent academic results. For 2023, SCA outscored both the county school system and achieved parity or superior achievement when compared to all students in Georgia on all 22 state assessment measures.

Experiential learning, successful student outcomes, and high expectations for student behavior supported by many co-curricular options, demonstrates why this free public charter school is a great investment in our community and a best choice for families. 

Apply online here.

The mission of Savannah Classical Academy is to provide every child with a classical and academically rigorous education while instilling a commitment to civic virtue and moral character.

Savannah Classical Academy
705 E. Anderson St.
Savannah, Georgia 31401
(912) 395-4040
SavannahClassicalAcademy.org

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North Carolina’s First RailBike Tour

Put this on your bucket list for next spring/fall 2024: Andrews Valley Rail Tours, North Carolina’s First RailBike Tour.

We did this with my teens & 86-year-old mom during our pre-Thanksgiving, Fall break visit to the Smoky Mountains this November 2023. Biking a cart on a railroad track to a historic hand-carved tunnel was a special, unique way to experience that area.

You ride a rail cart, equipped with pedals that you pedal like a bike, plus a motor-assist, on the train track through the valley past cows, goats, meadows and a river about five miles to the Historic Valley River Tunnel, which was hand carved by workers from Southern Railway in 1894. That right, we basically biked a rail cart over railroad bridges, then got out to explore the tunnel, before pedaling/coasting back.

The railbike tour is closed for the 2023 season but will reopen for the season in Spring 2024.

Go!

Learn more here.

All ages, open auditions for Honk! @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Children ages 7 (2nd graders) and older are invited to auditions for Honk!, a musical retelling of The Ugly Duckling @ Savannah Children’s Theatre, 7PM Mon. Dec. 4. 2023.

All abilities, experience levels welcome.

Learn more & sign up here.

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SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter, Nov. 8

Lots going on in Savannah this month & next – Thanksgiving camps, Savannah Turkey Trot, Savannah Santa Train, Holiday Camps, The Land of the Sweets Ballet, Live Theater Production of Rudolph & much more.

Find it all in this week’s SouthernMamas.com E-letter. Find all the Savannah fun for kids in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter. 

Read it here

Subscribe for free here.

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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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