After-school classes @ Savannah Children’s Theatre
Savannah Children’s Theatre will offer an array of kids’ theater classes this winter.
See the theater classes for kids and sign up here.
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Sign up your child for fun so you can enjoy a childfree night @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah
Summit Gymnastics in Savannah will host a Parents Night Out, 5-9PM Fri. Nov. 10 2023 so you can enjoy a childfree night while your kid(s) have fun at Summit’s gym.
Kids from ages 4-12 are invited. (must be potty trained) Cost: $40.
Pre-register in advance because spots are limted. Register online here.
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Come to St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island on Tues. Oct. 24 2023 and see why St. Andrew’s was voted Savannah’s best private school.
Faculty, students, and parents from the St. Andrew’s community will welcome you to campus for a tour and answer all of your questions.
Register for this open house at saslions.com.
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Upcoming St. Andrew’s School open house dates for 2023-2024: Tues. Oct. 24, Wed. Nov. 29, Wed. Jan. 10
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First Presbyterian Church Announces 14th Annual ‘A Gracious Christmas’ Event
First Presbyterian Church will host its 14th Annual A Gracious Christmas fundraiser event on Thurs. Dec. 7, 2023 from 8:30AM-1PM @ First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave., Savannah, GA 31405.
Each year, the committee selects a local nonprofit as the event beneficiary. This year’s deserving recipient is Tharros Place, an organization dedicated to providing sanctuary to the victims of human trafficking.
As in year’s past, the event will feature a variety of speakers:
· Hayley Suthers, Proprietor of The Cottage Shop, Perfectly Personalized Christmas: How to add personal touches to your Christmas decor
· Jimin Chung Bruen, Private Chef, Giving yourself grace in the kitchen: How to pivot when things don’t go the way you expected.
· Lindsay Thomas, Creator and Owner of Garland Bags, Just Go For It! The value of taking action on an idea.
Tickets are available for $50 each and can be purchased via this PayPal Link: CLICK HERE.
Sponsorships Available:
Three sponsorship levels are available, detailed below. Receipts are available for your tax-deductible contribution. All sponsors will be recognized, by level of support, on all promotional materials leading up to the event, as well as on programs and signage at the event.
Sponsorship Levels:
Gold $1,000
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive two tickets to the A Gracious Christmas event and five raffle tickets
Silver $500
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive one ticket to the A Gracious Christmas event and three raffle tickets
Myrrh $250
In addition to publicity mentioned above, a sponsor at this level will receive five raffle tickets
For more information, visit the Facebook event by clicking, HERE.
The Town of Thunderbolt hosts Free Family Movie Night, Fri. Nov. 3
You’re invited to a FREE family movie night @ Cesaroni Park in Thunderbolt this Fri. Nov. 3. Event opens @ 6PM. Movie starts @ 7PM.
Free & open to the public.
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Coastal Pediatrics has offices in Savannah & Pooler
If you’re looking for a pediatrician, we invite you to see why families love Coastal Pediatrics.
Check out the patient review above.
Learn more here.
Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405
Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322
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Special cannon firing & more this Sat. Oct. 28 @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
Experience Maladies & Medicine at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah and learn how civilians and soldiers dealt with illness, injury, and boredom in 1860!
This Saturday, Oct. 28, Coastal Heritage Society costumed interpretive staff will lead programs along with volunteers from Bella Harmony Music and the Southeastern Coalition of Authentic Reenactors featuring medicine, dancing, live music, military drills, and historic weapons demonstrations.
There will be a firing of Old Fort Jackson’s largest cannon, an 1857 9-inch Dahlgren, as part of the fort’s 11am Cannon Firing Program.
This enhanced programming is included with site admission and is FREE for CHS members! Become a member here.
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Flu shots @ SouthCoast Health, Savannah
Flu season, also known as influenza season, starts in the fall and continues into spring every year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone over the age of 6 months to get a yearly flu shot to prevent influenza or experience less severe flu symptoms.
It’s important to get a flu vaccination for protection while COVID-19 continues to spread. Less people with the flu will help reduce the burden on our local health care providers during the coronavirus pandemic and influenza season.
Details here.
Many SouthCoast Health locations are offering flu shots. To schedule at your provider’s office, call the office to make an appointment for the flu vaccination. Patients can also save time by clicking on the link below to schedule a flu shot online at our main Savannah campus. (Walk-ins and new patients are accepted.)
Savannah
For ages 14+
1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg 1
Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-Noon
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Demo Zumbini classes offered in Savannah Nov. 1-2
Are you familiar with programs offered by TRIBE Savannah?
You have three opportunities to come try a Zumbini class with TRIBE Savannah before the next 8 week session starts. Zumbini – designed for kids ages 0-4 and their caregivers – combines music, dance and educational tools for bonding, exercise and fun.
TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high quality programs.
Questions? Email tribesavannah@gmail.com or text 786-525-3850
Zumbini Demo Classes
Wed. Nov. 1, 10AM @ Lake Mayer Community Center. Sign up here.
Thurs. Nov. 2, 10AM @ Frank G. Murry 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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20th Anniversary Celebration, Discounts @ Fun Zone amusement center in Pooler, Sat. Nov. 4 2023
You’re invited to celebrate Fun Zone’s 20th Anniversary in Pooler with special discounts on Sat. Nov. 4 2023.
The “20 Years and Counting… The Fun Continues!” event in Pooler on Sat. Nov. 4 will feature face painting by Hue Dat Face Painting from 1-3PM and Elusive 360 Photo Booth from 5-7PM.
Amazing specials all weekend, include:
*Half-Off Sweet Treats!
*2 for 1 Arcade Credits
*Free $5 Arcade Card with the purchase of a regularly priced Value Band!
With 8 acres of fun, there’s something for everyone!
Experience the thrill as you zip around hairpin turns on four exhilarating Go‑Kart tracks, or adventure through two newly updated Miniature Golf courses!
Play the newest Arcade games or your favorite classics—you decide!
Don’t forget to redeem your E-tickets for awesome prizes before you go.
Questions? Call (912) 330-9860
Fun Zone, 1040 US Highway 80 E Pooler, GA 31322
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See fire truck, police squad car ,weather tracker van & more @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah
Coastal Heritage Society will host their annual Hero Fest at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah, Sat. Nov. 4 10AM-2PM.
Hero Fest educates families about local heroes, such as law enforcement, first responders, medical personnel, emergency organizations, military branches, and many other “heroes” who play an essential role in the Savannah community.
Several community partners will be on-site including Chatham County Police Department (plus a squad car!), Savannah Fire and Rescue (with a fire truck!), WSAV’s Weather Tracker Van, and more.
CHS Educators will lead special programming highlighting leaders, like nurses, soldiers, and teachers, and will include musket demonstrations, a cannon firing.
Tickets are included in admission ($10 per person; $7 aged 4-12). FREE for CHS members and active and retired military with ID. Become a CHS member here.
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Congratulations Pediatric Associates of Savannah on receiving the Quality Achievement Award from CareSource leadership for the second year in a row.
Pediatric Associates of Savannah are one of only four practices across Georgia to receive this distinction. It’s based on preventive care measurements showing how staff @ Pediatric Associates of Savannah keeps patients healthy, reducing chances they get sick.
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Pediatrics Associates of Savannah locations
Pediatric Associates in Savannah
4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100,
Savannah 31404
912.355.2462
Pediatric Associates of Savannah in Pooler
110 Medical Park Drive
Pooler 31322
912.330.5010
Pediatric Associates of Savannah on Whitemarsh Is.
1001 Memorial Dr
Savannah 31410
912.898.9800
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Did you know? The nation’s first Au Pair agency is now available in Savannah! Au Pair in America provides flexible, affordable, live-in child care with a cultural flair. Learn why Verywell Family named Au Pair in America “Best Overall Au Pair Agency” for the third year in a row.
Au Pair in America is offering a special offer for Savannah-area families: a $350 program fee discount when you apply by Oct. 31 2023, plus no application fee. Use promo code SAV when you apply.
Au Pair in America was the first program authorized by the Department of State to serve as sponsor for the au pair program and has provided the opportunity for more than 110,000 au pairs to live with families like yours across the United States for over 30 years.
With an au pair, you will be able to create your own child care schedule of up to 10 hours per day and up to 45 hours per week. By having your child care provider living in your home, dealing with sick days and life’s little surprises has never been easier.
Discover the difference of live-in cultural child-care.
Learn more here.
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Holiday Nights in Savannah’s City Market, Fri. Nov. 24
Celebrate the Magic of the Season at City Market with special Holiday Nights celebratio, kicking off 6:30-9:30PM Fri. Nov. 24.
City Market transforms into a wonderland filled with holiday music and delights. Throughout the entire month, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with Holiday Nights in City Market! In conjunction with Old Town Trolley – Holiday Sights and Festive Nights Tour, City Market will host a month long evening event.
Visit with Father Christmas: Bring your little ones for a visit and photo with Father Christmas.
Learn more here.
2023-2024 Saturday STEAMlabs @ Georgia Tech Savannah
Sign up your child for one or several Saturday STEAMlabs at Georgia Tech Savannah. Every session is designed to inspire and enrich participant’s STEAM interest.
Fun and learning go hand-in-hand here as students will be participating in experiments, hands-on learning, projects, and more!
These programs are for 1st-12th grade students. Sessions are 8:30AM-Noon @ Georgia Tech Savannah, 190 Technology Circle, Savannah. Price: $60/participant.
LEARN MORE HERE.
Dates:
October 21 2023 – Swamped by STEAM
November 4 2023 – Rainforest full of STEAM
January 13 2024 – STEAM warmth in the Artic
February 10 2024 – Space Age STEAM
March 9 2024– STEAM Waves on the Ocean
REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
Questions? Email: gtsoutreach@gatech.edu or call 912-966-7922
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Workshop for Youth who are Blind or Visually Impaired @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, Nov. 11
Youth who are blind or visually impaired are invited to the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for a guided tour of the center’s gallery exhibition, Beyond Sight. Beyond Sight is a multisensory exhibition that invites visitors to experience art on a deeper level through touching, hearing, and interacting with the artwork.
Following the tour, there will be an interactive workshop with one of the artists from the exhibition.
Siblings and friends of all abilities are welcome, space permitting.
This free event will take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
Please register online here by 5PM on Thurs. Nov. 9 2023.
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Attention Savannah-area homeschool families.
Homeschool children and their adult caregivers are invited to a Homeschool STEM Morning, Thurs. Nov. 2 2023, 10-11AM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum.
Learn about one of Georgia’s earliest railroads. Exploration of Savannah Children’s Museum following the program is available to all participants.
This program is included in museum admission and is designed for students ages K-8th grades. Program is free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
RSVP to echappell@chsgeorgia.org
(Please note the museum may close due to inclement weather. Please check museums’ social media for up to date info.)
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Who’s ready for Halloween?
Savannah’s new toy store @ The Magical World of Toys is!
The toys store in Savannah’s Live Oak neighborhood off Waters Avenue has some great must haves for any day, but even better for Halloween.
*Hair Chalk to give you that fun wild look that is easy to wash out.
*Face Painting Sticks, so you can look like a ghoul on Halloween or a die hard fan on Ghost Pirate game days-
*Tempera Paint Sticks, which are great for pumpkin painting but also the perfect washable paint for any paper, poster, or wood paint project
*Land of Dough. They have the mummy and skeleton packs, along with individual cups, of this great rehydratable play dough
*Dissect It Kits, No better way to get that Dr. Frankenstein feel than by the great everyday STEM dissection kit. Dissect a bat, frog, piranha, or salamander.
*Dress Up, The Magical World of Toys always have the best dress up for all your needs
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1602 Waters Ave. , Savannah 31404
New hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 11AM-3PM
+1-912-417-4940
email: dante@themagicalworldoftoys.com
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Wanna chase a unicorn?
Here is your chance, and all for a good cause.
Fleet Feet Savannah/Pooler is partnering with Honor and Grace Tattoo to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) with a Catching A Unicorn 5K in Savannah, 1-4PM Sun. Nov. 12 2023.
In the type 1 diabetes community, “catching a unicorn” refers to the “magical” moment when you get a blood sugar reading of exactly 100 on your meter and/or continuous glucose monitor.
This family-friendly fun run will start at Fleet Feet Savannah (3405 Waters Avenue). Runners will chase our mystery runner, dressed as a unicorn, thru a local neighborhood route.
Following the run, stay for an afternoon of fun: food trucks, music, tie-dye race shirts, and dunk tank
Sign up online here.
Tybee Ballet Theatre presents The Land of the Sweets @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater on Fri. Nov. 17 2023 @ 7PM.
In partnership with Savannah Cultural Arts Center through the Spotlight and Weave-A-Dream Programs, this ballet will be unique and inclusive rendition of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
The performance will take place on Nov. 17 2023 at 7PM The Ben Tucker Theater in SCAC at 7PM at no cost to the public!
Seating is limited, but you can reserve your free ticket online here.
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Tybee Ballet will present Land of the Sweets as ticketed events on Sat. Nov. 18 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center @ 3 & 7PM as well as Sat. Dec. 9 2023 @ 3 & 7PM and Sun. Dec. 10 2023 @ 3PM at The Tybee Post Theater. Purchase online here.
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Toddler Gym Playdates @ Savannah Sharks gym
Savannah Toddler Parent & Me Playdates are back in action.
Come to Savannah Sharks gym for some exciting fun/
For ages crawlers to age 4 @ Savannah Sharks.
Play date schedule:
Savannah Location Mondays 10:30-12:00 *only ONE session; Fridays 9-10:20AM AND 10:30AM-12:00
Richmond Hill: Monday AND Fridays 10:30AM-12:00
Mommy & Me CLASSES *Sav location only Monday 9:30-10:15AM; Wednesday 1:15-2:15PM
These “play dates” are unstructured playtime with age-appropriate toys, swings, slides, a bouncy house, and more. It is a great way to get your child out of the house and around other children in a safe, clean and fun environment.
An adult is required to be present to supervise your child at all times as supervision is not provided.
Questions? Please text 912-308-3818
Savannah Sharks gym is @ 1686 E. Presidents St.
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Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Registration
Enrollment for the BRAND NEW Soccer Shots 6-week Late Fall season is now open for children ages 2-8!
Each season Soccer Shots uses a different curriculum covering new skills and character words while having fun! They’re kicking off the Late Fall Season the week of Nov. 4 2023 and want your child to join in on Soccer Island!
We are so excited to invite you to be a part of the first ever Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Public Park Season!! Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program!
Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah-macon.soccershots.com.
Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!
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Oatland Island Toddler Tuesdays: For kids ages 1-4 & their caregivers
Toddler Tuesday is a program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program meets at the picnic pavilion and includes singing, finger play, a story, and a possible encounter with one of Oatland’s furry, feathered or scaly residents.
Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes. Toddler Tuesday is weather dependent and in case of extreme weather and a cancellation is called for, attendees will be emailed at the address you registered your child with.
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10AM-10:30AM & 11AM-11:30AM and registration is not required, but it helps us speed up check in and if there is a cancellation you will be the first to know.
Program Cost:
$5 for adults / free for adult FOO members
$3 for military adults/ free for adult FOO members
$5 for children participating in the program (FOO members and non members must pay program fee)
$3 per class if you buy a multi pass punch card (6 class minimum purchase)
You can purchase a punch card for your child’s admission for repeat visits at the class sign-in table, or at the front desk lobby anytime! Find out more information here!
If you are a preschool or day care you will need to call 395-1510 or click here to book a private program as this program is designed for the general public.
Find links to the registration forms for each session here.
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Special Polar Express Toddler Tuesday, Dec. 19 2023
The December 19th Polar Express Party is a special program. It will be inside Oatland’s conference room and will include a typical Toddler Tuesday program about polar animals; followed by train play (large and small train sets), a holiday craft, hot chocolate and cookie snack, and winter snow play.
This program is a special fundraiser for Oatland. Reservation is required due to limited space inside.
After Dec. 19, there will be a short break in Toddler Tuesday programs for the holidays, and will reconvence on Jan. 2, 2024.
Reserve your special Polar Express tickets here.
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The overall death rate from #BreastCancer has decreased since 2013, likely because of treatment advances and earlier detection through screening.
This #BreastCancerAwareness Month, call (912) 691-4200 to schedule your mammogram.
SouthCoast Health shares here what you can expect at your yearly mammogram.
SouthCoast Health simple steps for an easy procedure include:
Keep Your Underarms Au Natural
Avoid Scheduling During Your Period
Regular screenings are one of the best ways to combat cancer — especially breast cancer. SouthCoast Health experienced technicians will do everything possible to keep you comfortable. Schedule your next (or first!) mammogram with by calling 912-691-4200.
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