The Phantom of the Opera starts April 24 2023. Show Dates: July 7-9 and 14-16 2023 at the Historic Savannah Theatre.
Whether you’re brand new to theatre or you were born wearing a phantom mask, Savannah Children’s Theatre welcomes all local high school students to join them in creating a live theatre experience like no other.
Spaces & scholarships are still available.
Classes teaching audition materials begin next week.
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Horse camp @ Red Gate Farms in Savannah is a spectacular week-long event including daily horseback riding lessons teaching basic horse care and horsemanship, arts and crafts, recreational games/activities, daily picnic on the farm, trivia, and more.
There will be a horse show and a pizza & pool party every Friday.
No prior horse experience is required!
Ages 7-13 years old.
Each camp session is Monday – Friday from 8:30AM to 1PM.
One Week Sessions:
May 29 – June 2; June 5 – June 9; June 12 – 16; June 19 – 23;
June 16 – June 30; July 3 – July 7; July 10 – July 14; July 17 – July 23
Includes all activities, supplies, and a camp t-shirt.
Free admission for local residents from 10AM-5PM, Activities from 1-4PM Sat. April 29 Jepson Center, Savannah
Jepson Center’s next FREE Family Day for locals and activities celebrating the Bold Expressions exhibition is set for Sat. April 29 2023 @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.
Inspired by prints in the exhibition and turned wooden bowls by Ed and Phillip Moulthrop, afternoon activities from 1-4PM will include a scavenger hunt, screen-printed t-shirts, and wood turning demonstrations by the Low Country Turners who will make wooden tops for participants.
The Low Country Turners are the Savannah / Hilton Head area chapter of the American Association of Woodturners, and their mission is to provide education, information and a meeting place to those interested in the art and craft of woodworking and woodturning.
10AM April 20 2023 Jepson Center, Savannah $5 per child | Adults: members free / non-members $12
Start your day with art with this combined program: Jepson Center’s Art Start Stroller & Toddler Tour. Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Come play and learn as you explore this month’s featured exhibition, Bold Expressions!
SCAD students, alumni, and local high school students transform Savannah’s Forsyth Park into a technicolor landscape of chalk compositions for the chance to win coveted prizes @ SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival. Community members can walk through the outdoor gallery. Free & open to the public.
Join the Town of Thunderbolt to celebrate this year’s Earth Day theme, “Invest in our Planet”. Little J’s Farm host GOAT YOGA from 11AM to Noon. Purchase Goat Yoga tickets here.
The Town of Thunderbolt presents the 2023 Thunderbolt Blessing of the Fleet, a festival that pays tribute to Thunderbolt’s local shrimping and fishing industry, offering a fleet blessing, live music, vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, and free activities along the Wilmington River riverfront. Find more info here.
The Savannah Scottish Games is a grand celebration of Scottish heritage complete with music, dancing, athletic games, children’s activities, food and fun. With more than 3,000 people participating in this special event each year, Savannah’s Scottish Games is one of the largest and fourth oldest Games in the Southeast.
The Savannah Scottish Games welcomes the return of athletes, pipe bands, highland dancers, border collies, historic reenactors, Scottish vendors, Celtic musicians, and clans back to Bethesda Academy @ 9570 Ferguson Ave.
Savannah Cultural Arts Center will stream the sing-along Encanto for free at noon on Sat. April 29 2023 with arts activities before the movie.
“How Far Can I Rise? Through The Roof, To The Skies, Let’s Go!” Step into the theater at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center and get swept up in the magic during an interactive sing-along screening of Disney’s Encanto!
All ages welcome, costumes/dress up encouraged. Free & open to the public.
Doors at 11:30AM. Come for an interactive art activity before you grab your seat.
Movie at 12PM.
Please reserve one free ticket per seat in your party here.
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Looking for a fullfilling full-day summer camp for your child? Check out the much-beloved, well-established JEA Camp Savannah. Check out the camp schedule here.
Different, spirited weekly themes, field trips, special events are all part of the JEA camp tradition. Speciality camps and add-ons are also available.
JEA Camp Savannah is open to everyone entering grades K-10th grade.
For more information or questions about programming, please contact DJ Horton by email Camp@savj.org or Jackie Laban by email Jackiel@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111.
If you have questions about registration or financial assistance, please contact Camp Registrar, Sarah Docar by email Kids@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111 Ext 308.
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Free Saturday music & performances for all ages on lawn of Savannah Cultural Arts Center
This Saturday April 22 @ the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, bring your blankets and chairs and find a spot on the Savannah Cultural Arts Center lawn for free music and performances for all ages.
Host Jacob Evans will lead a series of musical and spoken performances for a variety show of Savannah artistic talent. Spend Earth Day outside with a show.
FREE, all ages
12-2PM Sat. April 22 2023
Bring chair or blanket as desired
Artists include: Jacob Evans, Marquice Williams, Jarrod White, and Markeya Relaford.
Kids will participate in a variety of activities to include; basketball, flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, tag games, and more! Camp hours are 8:30AM to 3:30PM (Extended Care until 5PM) and for ages 6 to 12.
TIMES 8:30AM – 3:30PM (5PM for extended care) AGES 6 – 12 years old LOCATION Georgia Southern Armstrong Campus 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA COST $250 | $300 for extended care INCLUDES Fun games, activities, a t-shirt and a pizza party on Friday!
For more information, contact Sean Willett at 912.344.3295 or swillett@georgiasouthern.edu
DATES:
June 5 – 9 June 12 – 16 July 17 – 21 July 24 – 28
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The savings are getting BIGGER: -take an additional 30% off ALL discount “YES” inventory Wed. April 19 & Thurs. April 20 2023. -the savings grow to 40% off ALL discount “YES” on Sat. April 22 2023.
Lots of new inventory for Wednesday and even more for Thursday and then Saturday, too!
This week: Monthly Kindermusik playdates for ages 0-7 on Sat. April 22 2023! Still room at 10AM, 11AM and 12:45PM. Enroll at kindermusikwith88keys.com
See what parents are saying: “My son has been attending Kindermusik for nearly three years now. He absolutely loves attending! All of the teachers are amazing. We love how friendly, welcoming, and calm the classes are. The teacher makes you feel as part of her own family. Joining their class those years ago was one of the best decisions I have made regarding my son.” ~Jessica, mom to 3-year-old.
Join a class today! Morning, afternoon, evening, weekday, and weekend options; ages 0-7! kindermusikwith88keys.com
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Sign up now for Neighborhood Comics comic art summer camps! From zines to career options, Neighborhood Comics will walk through the steps from inspiration to creation to publication.
For grades 6 and up.
These three classes will present unique concepts, processes and methods for creating comic books.
All classes are half-day and will be held at Neighborhood Comics’ southside Savannah Clubhouse location (1116 E. Montgomery Cross Rd Savannah, GA 31406). All classes have a minimum size of 8 students. If that minimum is not reached, the course will be canceled and fees refunded.
Comic Art Careers
*Two Sessions: June 26-30 & July 17-21 2023
*Weekdays from 1:30PM – 5:00PM
*Class size: 8-12
*Cost: $300
This one-week seminar focuses on the technical aspects of working in the comic book industry. Each day covers a different topic, including the four main principles of comic art (penciling, inking, coloring and lettering) as well as related topics such as anatomy, perspective and dynamic page layouts. Camp includes individualized student critiques or reviews from working comic artists. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.
Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books, class notes, 12-page original comic featuring the student’s work.
Zines and mini-comics are an inexpensive, effective medium to convey short stories, political opinions, satire and fandom. This course focuses on the history of zines and zine making techniques on a budget. The class will examine self-published works and students will develop a minimum of 3 different zine concepts during the week, one of which will be created in multiples. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.
Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books/zines, class notes, 3+ self-produced zines plus multiples.
Over the course of this one-week seminar, students will learn the basics of storytelling through sequential art. This includes development of concept, plot, pacing, conflict and resolution. Note: This class focuses on crafting stories, not art style or technical skills. Basic art supplies (pencils, pens, paper etc) are provided at the studio.
Takeaways: Custom sketch book, 10 comic books, class notes, 12-page original comic featuring the student’s work.
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In partnership with the Society of Women Engineers, this summer program @ Georgia Tech Savannah campus is designed to inspire the next generation of female engineers through hands-on projects and presentations led by local industry experts.
This program features field trips, projects, and presentations from many different engineering fields.
It is a great way to expose students to the many engineering paths.
This program takes place on the Georgia Tech Savannah campus June 5-9 2023.
Fun Mother’s Day gift idea: give Mom a one-hour gentle yoga class led by certified yoga instructor, Sue Finkle, in the Wolf Cabin @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Sat. May 13 2023, 9-10AM.
Prior experience IS NOT necessary and one need not be flexible to take this class.
Limited to 10 Participants, to allow for appropriate distancing. Cost: $30.00 ticket. This event is geared towards ages 18+, though participants aged 16-17 are invited to attend with a paid adult.
Class will be from 9-10AM. Please plan to arrive between 8:15-8:30AM. Late arrivals after 8:45AM will be denied entry in order for the class to have time to walk to the wolf cabin and start on time.
Your ticket price includes admission to Oatland Island Wildlife Center for the day, so feel free to stay and see the other animals after your program.
During this week-long program by GT CEISMC (Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing), students will learn about where products they see every day are manufactured and how they are transported all over the world.
Led by supply chain and logistics experts and industry representatives, the program will be taught through projects, industry tours, and games that are sure to be fun for everyone!
SouthCoast Health experts share herehow stress could impact your health.
Data shows that 77% of people in America regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stress. Depending on the person, these physical symptoms could manifest as headaches, stomach issues, muscle strain, and even more severe health complications.
If you’re dealing with chronic stress, or think stress may be making you sick in some way, it’s important to seek medical help. Click here to schedule an appointment with a SouthCoast Health medical expert today.
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Due to the summer holidays, camps will run slightly differently this year, with half day teen, high school, and specialty camps happening on the shorter holiday weeks.
The full-day arts camps for 1st – 6th graders will run every other week (even camp weeks).
Learn more about each camp and registration information here.
Week 1 | June 5-9
Blind and Visually Impaired Art Camp
Teen: Metals & Jewelry
High School: Creative Writing & Performance
Week 2 | June 12-16
1st -7th Grade: Visual & Performing Arts
Week 3 | June 20-23
Teen Camps: Metals & Jewelry, Visual Arts
High School Camps: Theater Experience, Music
Week 4 | June 26-30
1st -7th Grade: Visual & Performing Arts
Week 5 | July 5-7
Teen Camps: Portfolio Development, Metals
High School: Comedic Acting, Dance Composition
Week 6 | July 10-14
1st -7th Grade: Visual & Performing Arts
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McDevitt Air and St. Joseph’s/Candler are the proud title sponsors of the event.
“We are very appreciative of our partnerships with McDevitt Air and St. Joseph’s/Candler and their investment in education here at home,” said Head of School Dr. Kelley Waldron. “The evening is always a lot of fun and the dollars we raise ensure a bright future for St. Andrew’s.”
Tickets may be purchased online here and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live entertainment, and a silent auction.
Sponsors for the event include Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, Synovus Bank, Delta Metals, If You Can Dream It Travel, Optim Orthopedics, Coca Cola Bottling, Chapel Hair, Dental Claim Support, The Kennickell Group, KOE Creative Media, Marchese Construction, Marsh & Co., McGriff Insurance, The Positivity Project, Savannah Veterinary Medical Center, Drs. Karen & Arthur Baker, Gary & Louann Bronstein, and Joe & Kris Powers.
St. Andrew’s is an independent International Baccalaureate World School located in Savannah, Georgia.
Find more information on the Pre-K 3 through Grade Twelve school here.
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In partnership with the Savannah Coastal Empire Society of Women Engineers, this program is designed to inspire girls to focus on engineering through hands-on projects and presentations led by industry experts.
This inspirational program features field trips, projects, and presentations from experts in different fields of engineering. This is a great opportunity to expose the next generation to a wide range of engineering options.
Join the fun this summer for day and specialty camps for all ages @ St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Is. in Savannah.
Camp is held in the Johnson Center, 601 Penn Waller Road.
Children attending camp do NOT have to be St. Andrew’s students.
See the various array of St. Andrew’s School 2023 summer camps & register here.
Registrations must be completed by Friday prior to the first day of camp.
Register early. Spots are limited for day camp and specialty camps.
Camp Options: Age 5 to 6th Grade: Full Days Summer Day Camp (Campers must turn five by June 5th to register for a full day.) Age 4: Half day of summer camp ONLY. Choose morning or afternoon. Specialty Camps: Kindergarten-8th grade. Each specialty camp differs in age range.
Dates:
June 6-July 22 Day Camp (Campus will be closed June 20 & July 5) 9AM-4PM Carpool drop off begins at 8:45AM EXTENDED BEFORE AND/OR AFTER CARE 8-9AM & 4-6PM.
Specialty Camp for ages K-8th include: Baseballl, Dance, Cheer, Outdoor Explorers, Baby Sitter Boot Camp, Flag Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Storytelling, Drama, Dodgeball, Crafts, Harry Potter, E-Sports, Capture the Flag, Sports Explorer, Kindergarten Boot Camp, Softball & more.
Specialty Camp descriptions & dates can be found here.
Please email Bethany Lonce at summercamp@saslions.com or call at 912-446-4450 with any questions.
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Looking for a fullfilling full-day summer camp for your child? Check out the much-beloved, well-established JEA Camp Savannah. Check out the camp schedule here.
Different, spirited weekly themes, field trips, special events are all part of the JEA camp tradition. Speciality camps and add-ons are also available.
JEA Camp Savannah is open to everyone entering grades K-10th grade.
For more information or questions about programming, please contact DJ Horton by email Camp@savj.org or Jackie Laban by email Jackiel@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111.
If you have questions about registration or financial assistance, please contact Camp Registrar, Sarah Docar by email Kids@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111 Ext 308.
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Sparkling Queens Cleaning Service is hiring! Sparkling Queens is a 5-star rated locally-owned residential cleaning company in Richmond Hill celebrating their 2nd birthday.
Sparkling Queens is looking for movitated home cleaners to join their team. Great pay, GREAT CULTURE, great hours.
No working evenings, no working weekends. Paid training will be provided, so no experience is necessary. Cleaning professionally is a workout, so keep that in mind. Service area includes Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Midway, Hinesville, Ludowici, and even Ft. Stewart/HAAF.
