UPDATE: Winner is Julie Scott!! This week win four tickets to TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE family Zydeco concert at 3 PM
Saturday, October 22 at American Legion Post 135 in Savannah! Watch a snippet of a family zydeco concert here. The foot-stomping zydeco band will have families dancing and will teach children more about the Creole music of southwest Louisiana and the Texas gulf coast.

This kid-friendly afternoon dance & concert is part of the SAVANNAH MUSIC FESTIVAL (SMF) new programming that includes a year-round concert series – SMF LIVE – featuring some of the music world’s most acclaimed performers, increased distribution of its concert recordings to public and satellite radio, and music education programs that span the entire year. The complete program for the 2012 Savannah Music Festival, which takes place March 22 through April 7, will be announced in early November.

To win tickets, visit the Savannah Music Festival’s new Facebook page here; “like” the page; then answer this question on their Facebook wall: “What is your child’s favorite instrument?” Or, for those kiddies too young to have one, “What instrument do you want your child to play when they’re old enough?” Pls say SouthernMamas.com sent you! Deadline to enter to win is noon Sun. Oct. 9. We’ll announce the winner here and on SouthernMamas.com Facebook!

Not into Facebook? Enter to win by answering the question by commenting below this post. Click on comments.

Learn more about this upcoming family zydeco arts-in-education ‘informance’ (informational performance) here.

Can’t wait for the giveaway? Order tickets here. Kids’ tickets for the show have to be purchased over the phone 912.525.5050 and picked up at will call OR in person at the box office (216 East Broughton St).

Pinocchio wins as the most talented ice-skater in “Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” at the Savannah Civic Center Thursday. But the crowd favorite when it comes to storyline, songs & characters was the Lion King.

Opening night of Disney on Ice was a big hit. This mama’s favorite part of the two-hour show was “It’s a Small World After all.” Kids swooned over the princesses, of course, and the Toy Story characters & Goofy driving the zamboni.

If you’re headed to the show this weekend, cue for the best time to run to the bathroom right before intermission is the Small World bit. Don’t forget: SouthernMamas.com readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! VIP’s are not included.

We hope everyone else who attended opening night tonight (including the four SouthernMamas.com winners of family four-packs: Penny Maggioni, Nikki Haborak, Sarah Nussbaum,  Laura Gresham) enjoyed the show as much as we did.

To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

Disclosure: SouthernMamas.com is a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for our time and efforts in attending shows and reporting our opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided SouthernMamas.com with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy Fall classes begin this month. Register now! Coastal Performing Arts Academy offers:
ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, pointe, musical theatre, hip hop, ballroom & adult classes

• You can register every Monday thru August from 4-7 PM in Springfield.
• Pooler registration is Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 4:30-8:30 PM. Check out the new classes and get ready to dance!!
• Check the website at www.coastalperformingartsacademy.com  for the fall schedule!!
• Free ballet shoes with completed registration when you mention you read about Coastal Performing Arts Academy on SouthernMamas.com.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy opened seven years ago by owner and director Dawn Oswald. The studio has seen much growth over the last seven years and is now represented in three studios: Pooler Studio, Springfield Studio and their new Little Starz Dance Academy & Birthday Center located next to our Pooler Studio.

CPAA specialilzes in pre-school dance curriculum and competition/performance companies.

Your rising star will explore the world of creativitiy through movement, music, dance, imaginative play, and emotional expression, as well as develop a sense of self-respect, discipline, leadership and poise. These attributes provide a solid foundation for your child’s future endeavors.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy, www.coastalperformingartsacademy.com  Connect with Coastal Performing Arts on Facebook here. Call 912.656.1744. Coastal Performing Arts Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We love that The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) is now offering a year-round concert series – SMF LIVE – that includes a family zydeco concert Oct. 22 & music education programs for school children such as the Roger Day Marsh Madness Concert Sept. 26.

Of course, the main 2012 Savannah Music Festival will take place March 22 through April 7. But this new SMF LIVE Concert Series runs from September through April.

The new series includes the following performances:

Roger Day’s Marsh Madness, 11 AM Sept. 26 at the Trustees Theater (216 E. Broughton Street). Details here.
Nashville-based musician Roger Day (Parent’s choice award winner) will perform his latest show, Marsh Madness, co-commissioned by the Georgia Sea Grant and the Savannah Music Festival. Songs such as Fiddler Groove, Jesse the Turtle Girl, Alligator in My Refrigerator and Mosquito Burrito will be featured in this 50-minute educational performance. Details here.
TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE Saturday, October 22 at American Legion Post 135 Family Zydeco at 3 pm, $20 ($5 for kids under 12), Zydeco Dance Party at 8 pm. Details here.

SMF Year-Round Educational Programming includes:

· Swing Central Jazz- which has been called the Pro Bowl of high school jazz band competitions – continues to bring twelve of the nation’s most talented high school big bands to Savannah for a three-day workshop and competition led by pianist/composer/educator Marcus Roberts. SMF is also enhancing its web-based learning center at www.swingcentraljazz.org , offering free video lessons to aspiring jazz musicians.

· Acoustic Music Seminar- a new program that brings together mandolinist/composer/educator Mike Marshall and an exceptional team of professional American instrumentalists including Tony Trischka, Chris Thile, Julian Lage, Bruce Molsky and Edgar Meyer. Over the course of a week, this team of teachers will provide free instruction for 15-20 of the best acoustic musicians in the country.

· Residencies include Roger Day, Terrance Simien & Zydeco Experience and Billy Jonas, each of whom SMF will bring into a total of 30 schools, Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCAs in five surrounding counties in coastal Georgia and South Carolina. In all, SMF music education programming will reach more than 20,000 students in the 2011/2012 season. (My son can’t wait to see Roger Day’s Marsh Madness concert next week on a school field trip!)

TICKETS FOR SMF LIVE CONCERT SERIES: Tickets are available online at www.savannahmusicfestival.org , in-person at 216 E. Broughton St. or by phone at 912-525-5050.

Update: The three SouthernMamas.com winners are: Penny
Maggioni, Nikki Fleshman Haborak, Sarah Nussbaum. Congratulations! We just emailed & messaged you. Please send your address to anne@southernmamas.com so we can get these tix to you for the Sept. 29 7:30 PM show! Thanks to everyone who entered to win either via SouthernMamas.com Facebook or by commenting below.

You can still win! This week, SouthernMamas.com is giving away THREE  family four-pack of tickets to “Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” coming to Savannah Civic Center Thu. SEPT. 29 – Sun. OCT. 2 2011. The giveaway tickets are for the 7:30 PM Sept. 29 show.

Congratulations to SouthernMamas.com reader Laura Gresham, the winner of our first Disney on Ice tickets earlier this month!

To enter to win, “like” SouthernMamas.com on Facebook by clicking here. Then answer this question on our Facebook wall. What is your FAVORITE moment/scene in your favorite Disney movie of all time? Not into Facebook? Enter by commenting below this post. (Click on comments)

Early deadline to enter: 9 PM Thurs. Sept. 22, 2011 so we can get the tickets to the THREE winners. We’ll announce the winner here & on SouthernMamas.com Facebook Fri. Sept. 23.

Can’t wait for the giveaway?  To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! Opening Night and VIP’s are not included.

Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 29- 7:30p.m.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

SouthernMamas.com is the sponsor of this giveaway. Feld Entertainment is neither a sponsor nor endorser of this promotion. Disclosure: SouthernMamas.com is a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for our time and efforts in attending shows and reporting our opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided SouthernMamas.com with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.

Last minute deal for Southernmamas readers! Buy one, get 1/2 off enrollment fee for early-fall classes. You can share this deal with your friends! Classes start next week!

Email Art on the Park & mention Southernmamas to receive this great deal on group art classes. A few spots remain open in the following two classes:
Creative Crafting for Girls: A Fine-Arts take on Craft-Making
For Ages 6-8.
Thursdays, 4-515pm. Starting September 15th
and
Upper-Elementary Drawing- Drawing Techniques
For Ages 9-11.
Wednesdays- 4-515pm- Starting September 14th

Email tskart@yahoo.com  for more class options!

Art on the Park Studio: Situated directly on Daffin Park, the studio is a great place to spread out, get messy, and take play breaks if needed. Art on the Park Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

UPDATE: Winner is Laura Gresham!!! Congratulations!
Happy September!

We have a special September giveaway for you: a family four-pack of tickets to “Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” coming to Savannah Civic Center Thu. SEPT. 29 – Sun. OCT. 2 2011. The giveaway tickets are for the 7:30 PM Sept. 29 show.

To enter to win, email your name and your answer this question to anne@southernmamas.com: What is the longest word in any Disney song? (Hint: the word has 34 letters). Please don’t answer by commenting below or on SouthernMamas.com. We don’t want to give away the answer.

Deadline to enter: 9 PM Sept. 7, 2011. You’ve got one week! We’ll announce the winner here & on SouthernMamas.com Facebook Sept. 8.

Can’t wait for the giveaway?  To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! Opening Night and VIP’s are not included.

Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 29- 7:30p.m.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

SouthernMamas.com is the sponsor of this giveaway. Feld Entertainment is neither a sponsor nor endorser of this promotion. Disclosure: SouthernMamas.com is a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for our time and efforts in attending shows and reporting our opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided SouthernMamas.com with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.

UPDATE: winner is Mary Sibley! Congratulations Mary!

We’re thrilled to tell you about Inspire Creativity Workshops: customized workshops for children and teens. Inspire Creativity Workshops come to you!

Three types of workshops are offered: just for fun; content-based; skill-based. Creativity workshops are perfect for families with children of all ages; after-school programs; child care facilities; homeschool families/groups and more.

September Special: $10 off a customized creativity workshops in your home! (up to 8 children per workshop)

September Contest: Win a FREE Time-Out for Mommy! (up to 8 children per workshop) Like Inspire Creativity on Facebook here & send email to director@inspiresav.com  with your name and email address. Only one entry per household, please. Winner will be announced here and on Inspire Creativity Website  on Sept. 16, 2011. Winner will also be contacted by email to schedule some fun! Please tell them SouthernMamas.com sent you! This would be a perfect, EASY and creative birthday party for your child.

Like Inspire Creativity on Facebook here to stay connected about deals & giveaways.

Inspire Creativity Workshops, www.inspiresav.com; On Facebook here; email director@inspiresav.com, 330-687-7956

“Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” coming to Savannah Civic Center
Thu. SEPT. 29 – Sun. OCT. 2 2011.

To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! Opening Night and VIP’s are not included.

Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 29- 7:30p.m.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

The party is over. School days are already here for some and coming soon for others.

Time to get back to a schedule. That means signing up your kids for music, dance, art, soccer, gymnastics, swim lessons or swim teams or all of the above.

SouthernMamas.com now lists Children’s Fall 2011 Classes/Sports in one easily accessible spot. Just go to Fall 2011 Classes/Sports at the top of our main page under the SouthernMamas.com logo and you will seen the drop-down menu for Children’s Art Classes; Children’s Music Classes; Children’s Dance Classes; and Children’s Sports. Those categories are also now listed in the left sidebar under Pages.  Lots of fun children’s programs out there.  So start registering & happy almost Fall.

Check out the Fall Art on the Park Class roster!

Mention SouthernMamas.com and receive $10 off!
NEW Reduced affordable class prices! For prices and detailed curriculum, please contact tskart@yahoo.com

Art on the Park Classes
FALL-2011. All classes start the week of Sept 12.
Art on the Park: Conveniently located on Washington Avenue off Daffin Park!

Michelangelo to Magritte- Art-(History)-Making with a Twist! For ages 5-7.
Tuesdays: 415-530pm
Learn about new* famous artists in this educational and fun fine arts class! Each class will feature a new artist and/or technique to captivate your creative child. Complete curriculum provided upon registration . All materials included. *Studied artists are not repeated from 2010-2011 school year.

Upper-Elementary Drawing- Drawing Techniques for Ages 9-11.
Wednesdays: 4-515pm
Drawing is the foundation to any fine art focus. This Fall, we will concentrate on perspective, composition, and mark-making. This is a great class for those interested in applying to local art magnet schools. Winter & Spring sessions will provide deeper focus and new techniques, however it’s recommended to take this class as a basis. Private portfolio development is also offered for an additional cost.

Portfolio Drawing (Fall)- For Ages 12-14
Wednesdays: 615-715pm
Drawing is the foundation to any fine art focus. This Fall, we will concentrate on still-life drawing. This is a great class for those interested in applying to local art magnet schools. Winter & Spring sessions will provide deeper focus and new techniques, however it’s recommended to take this class as a basis. Private portfolio development is also offered for an additional cost.

Creative Crafting for Girls- A Fine-Arts take on Craft-Making for Ages 6-8.
Thursdays: 4-515pm
Let’s face it- crafting is part of the creative process! If you know me well, you know I can’t stray too far from teaching strong foundational values in fine arts- so I will be sure to infuse the fun with teachings about these craft origins and place in art history. Decoupage, beading, and much more! Complete curriculum provided upon registration . All materials included.

Classes taught by Torrey S. Kist, MFA
Formerly with the Telfair education department, Torrey is young local artist with a professional background in teaching & designing quality curriculum for Savannah’s public & private school systems. She has developed programs for toddlers, elementary & high school students, adults & seniors, as well as for special needs audiences. She received a MFA in painting from SCAD & has exhibited in numerous galleries. She has been nationally published in “New American Paintings” & exhibits locally at kobo gallery. To be a successful artist, technique is important, but creativity is key. Torrey creates a balanced curriculum between teaching foundational skills & allowing students to be explorative- providing a crucial outlet where creativity & expression are fostered.

Small classes- 6 student limit. Register today! tskart@yahoo.com, 912.354.5988

Art on the Park Studio: Situated directly on Daffin Park, the studio is a great place to spread out, get messy, and take play breaks if needed. Art on the Park Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Teddy’s Tea Party at Art Buzz Studio

The Art Buzz studio is also a great venue for private events such as bachelorette parties, GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT, office parties, TEAM BUILDING, sorority functions, DATE NIGHTS and other special grown-up events or celebrations! If you want the studio to yourself, simply book a private party. You may then choose a painting from their super selection. The Art Buzz Studio is spacious and bright. Visit the Art Buzz website or call for details regarding private parties at 912.484.3438.

The Art Buzz Studio, 1526 Bull Street, Savannah GA 31401, 912.484.3438 or email fun@artbuzzstudio.com , www.artbuzzstudio.com.  The Art Buzz Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

SouthernMamas.com hearts Scribble Art Studio kids classes and birthdays!

If your little one has not taken an art class with artist and Scribble owner Carrie Christian, then now is the time to sign up. Check out the Fall 2011 Art Schedule above. Due to an overwhelming response, Scribble Art Studio has added new classes to the line up. Reserve your spot before Aug. 19 and receive a 10% discount. Learn more about Scribble Art Studio by visiting their Web site here.

“Like” Scribble Art Studio Facebook page here to stay connected and updated about art classes and events.

Scribble Art Studio, CONTACT: Carrie Christian | 912-323-0123 | carrieachristian@hotmail.com  | www.thescribbleartstudio.com, 212 E. 37th St., Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

The family-friendly band Laughing Pizza kicks off their Georgia tour with a concert in Savannah.

Laughing Pizza Family Concert will be at 3 PM Aug. 28, Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St., Savannah, 31401

 Angela Beasley’s Puppet People shows will be 10 AM every Friday during summer at the Puppet People Party Place,  3119 Furber Ave. , Thunderbolt, 31404.

$5 per person (price reduction!)
Admission includes: 1/2 hour interactive puppet show, tour of puppet making studio, play time, puppet craft
Walk-ins welcome, reservations preferred
Group Rates Available
Contact 912.355.3366 or www.PuppetPeople.com

Puppet People, 912.355.3366, www.PuppetPeople.com, email puppets@puppetpeople.com,  3119 Furber Ave. , Thunderbolt, 31404  Puppet People is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Only 1 more Art on the Park Fine Arts Camp this summer!

Messy Mornins’
July 11-15 | ages 5-8
9:00am-12:30pm
Very Limited Space- email today to register!

Price includes all art materials in addition to time for recess in the park & time to eat a brown-bagged lunch, plus a special welcome gift. Every lesson is tailored specifically for this age-group in an effort to broaden your child’s artistic vocabulary, knowledge of basic art history, and skill-set with different materials.

Have more than 1 child in this age-group or does your child have a buddy for camp?
You’ll receive a discounted rate!

PLUS…
Private sessions for Ages 7-17: Special July Rate!
July only! Email to find out how to get the Southernmamas rate!
Private sessions are tailored specifically to incorporate your child’s interests and define their technical skills.

To find out more, Please email tskart@yahoo.com or call her cell at 202.425.9543
Torrey Kist, MFA studio is located on Washington Avenue across from Daffin Park.

UPDATE: WINNERS ARE:

Jen Becker and JT Woelber!!

This week, two SouthernMamas.com readers will each win Scholastic Storybook Treasures DVD sets.

One winner will receive “Good Night Gorilla and more Wacky Animal Adventures” (16 stories about creatures, $24.95) and the DVD “The Scrambled States of America and More Stories” by Laurie Keller.

A second winner will receive “I’m Dirty & I Stink: The Kate and Jim McMullan Collection” (12 action-packed stories, $19.95)  and the DVD “The Scrambled States of America and More Stories” by Laurie Keller.

To enter to win, visit the SouthernMamas.com Facebook page by clicking here. “Like” the page if you haven’t already. Then answer this question on our wall “What do you love most about summer?” Not into Facebook? Then just enter to win by commenting below this post. (Click on comments) Deadline to enter is midnight Sat. June 25. We’ll pick a winner Sun. June 26 and announce it here!   

UPDATE: Winner is Penny Cooke! Congratulations! Penny, we emailed you. If you didn’t receive it, please email us at anne@southernmamas.com. We’re giving away ANOTHER family-four pack of tickets to Sesame Street Live “1-2-3 Imagine! with Elmo & Friends” , coming to Savannah Civic Center next week, June 21 & 22, 2011.

Here are the rules on how to win this three-day-long contest.

Imagine singing and dancing with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all your favorite Sesame Street Live friends. It’s as easy as counting “1-2-3 Imagine!”

This high-energy musical will transport audiences to far away places as Ernie captains the high seas, Elmo dances to the rhythm of the African rainforest and Bert meets an octopus who has the blues. It’s a story of adventure and fun that teaches children they can be anyone, do anything and go anywhere with the power of imagination. 

 Tickets are on sale  at the Savannah Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com , or call 800-351-7469 or 912-651-6556. More info here.

Join Georgia State Railroad Museum (Roundhouse Railroad Museum) for Summer Toddler Art!

Is your child 3 years old or younger and enjoys being creative? What toddler doesn’t? Enjoy this eight-week-long adventure for your young artist! Led by Miss Rebecca, Coastal Heritage Society’s Director of Young Children’s Programming, toddler art class at the Georgia State Railroad Museum is a fun time for socialization between parents and their little ones. It’s incredible to see the creative juices flowing as toddlers work on early writing skills.

The next toddler art 8-week session begins July 15, and is held in the Georgia State Railroad Museum kids’ car on Friday mornings at 10am (with the exception of July 29, which will be held at 2pm).

Join Georgia State Railroad with your wee one in this creative discovery time.
Call or email to register now for summer classes—space is limited!
$100 for all eight classes or $12.50 per class.

Advanced registration required:
Call 912-651-6823 x3 or email info@chsgeorgia.org

Schools Out! Get your child a series of private drawing sessions this summer with Torrey Kist, MFA located on Washington Ave (Daffin Park).

Private drawing classes for ages 8-18!

Sign up for a week-long intensive session (1 or 2 hours daily) or a once/week series through July!

Email tskart@yahoo.com  for further details.

Additional camp week open! Art on the Park Summer Camp in Savannah is opening up 2 additional weeks due to popular request!

Camp includes “recess in the park” and time to eat brown-bagged lunches!

Details:
June 13-17 Drawing Workshop for ages 8-11, 10am-12pm
June 20-24 Messy Mornin’s for ages 5-7, 9am-12:30pm- only 2 spots left!
NEW***June 27-July 1 Messy Mornin’s for ages 5-8 9am-12:30pm
NEW***July 11-15 Messy Mornin’s for ages 5-8 9am-12:30pm

Torrey Kist, MFA teaches year round art classes/private sessions and summer camp from her custom built home studio located on Washington Avenue off Daffin Park.
Please email tskart@yahoo.com  for further details!

Does your child have 2 or more friends? Ask about special group rates!

Art on the Park Studio: Situated directly on Daffin Park, the studio is a great place to spread out, get messy, and take play breaks if needed. Art on the Park Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Memorial Day weekend is the start of family roadtrip season. Are your trips screen-free insane or DVD-player peaceful? Here are some Scholastic Storybook Treasures DVDs  – which are based on quality children’s books – to help maintain backseat peace on long summer roadtrips.  (Read my recent newspaper column “DVD-player or old-school car games?” by clicking here.”

“The Scrambled States of America and More Stories by Laurie Keller (66 mins + extras, $14.95) includes “The Scrambled States of America Talent Show,” “Do Unto Otters” and “Open Wide:Tooth School Inside.” TO BE RELEASED TUES. MAY 24.

“Lincoln and Douglass: An American Friendship and more stories to celebrate U.S. History” (81 minutes + extras, $14.95) includes “John, Paul, George & Ben” by Lane Smith, a humorous, factual history of five lads who grew up to be our Founding Fathers.

“My First Collection Featuring Splat the Cat” (100 minutes + extras, $24.95) includes four stories led by the title tale from author/illustrator Rob Scotton; “The Story About Ping and Other Fine Feathered Friends”; and “The Napping House and Other Stories that Rhyme.”

“The North Star and More Stories About Following Your Dreams”  (57 minutes, $14.95) features best-selling author Peter H. Reynolds’ tale “The North Star” , as well as William Steig’s “Brave Irene,”  “Players in Pigtails” and “Swamp Angel,” a Caldecott Honor book from Ann Isaccs.  TO BE RELEASED TUES. MAY 24.

“Tikki Tikki Tembo and More Stories to Celebrate Asian Heritage” (66 minutes, $14.95)  features the title tale based on the classic picture book by Arlene Mosel as well as “The Tale of the Mandarin Ducks” by Katherine Paterson and “The Stonecutter” by Gerald McDermott.

“The True Story of the Three Little Pigs and More Animal Adventures” (62 mins. + extras, $14.95) features Jon Scieszka’s fun take on the Three Little Pigs along with additional stories. Hear the rest of the story, straight from the wolf’s mouth and learn that the whole Big Bad Wolf thing was just a misunderstanding.

“Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that type and More Amusing Animal Tales” (3 hrs., 44 mins. + extras, $24.95) features Doreen Cronin’s best-sellers “Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type,” “Giggle Giggle Quack” and “Duck for President.”

Find more info on these DVDs here.

Looking for a fun, creative Moms’ Night Out?

The Art Buzz Studio provides the canvas, brushes, paint, apron and a little inspiration in the form of a specialty featured Sangria. Come alone or bring your friends to an open party and get ready to be inspired by a local artist who will guide you step-by-step through a featured painting. At the end of the evening you will leave with your very own one of a kind masterpiece. A sip, a stroke, another sip…..you get the idea. Your inner artist is just waiting to be uncorked. There is no commitment, you can attend once or as often as you like. Be warned the 2-3 hour painting parties are addictive!

Open parties are held Wednesday through Saturday, mostly in the evenings, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Go to www.artbuzzstudio.com  and view the calendar for the open parties. Choose the party you would like to attend, either by the date or a particular featured painting.

Seats at open parties are based upon availability. Book your place at an open painting party today and paint along with a group and make some new friends. You can make your reservation and pay online in a few easy steps.

The studio is also a great venue for private events such as bachelorette parties, GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT, office parties, TEAM BUILDING, sorority functions, DATE NIGHTS and other special events or celebrations! If you want the studio to yourself, simply book a private party. You may then choose a painting from their super selection. The Art Buzz Studio is spacious and bright. Visit the Art Buzz website or call for details regarding private parties at 912.484.3438.

The Art Buzz Studio, 1526 Bull Street, Savannah GA 31401, 912.484.3438 or email fun@artbuzzstudio.com, www.artbuzzstudio.com  The Art Buzz Studio is  a SouthernMamas.com sponsor.

Have fun learning a new skill while spending time together!

Let SCRIBBLE ART STUDIO  in Savannah design a workshop that allows for families and friends to express themselves creatively while spending quality time together. Workshops designed to span all ages and experience levels. Popular workshops include Watercolor, Drawing, and Sculpture!

Don’t forget to check out SCRIBBLE ART STUDIO’S SUMMER CAMP 2011.

Scribble Art Studio Summer Camp – run by Savannah artist Carrie Christian – has children drawing, painting, stamping, sculpting, and creating collages based on a variety of themes! Get ready to have some summer fun and explore your creative side!

4-5 year olds (different dates):
JUNE 6-10 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JUNE 27-July 1 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JULY 4-8 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
JULY 25-29 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
AUGUST 1-5 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

5-7 year olds:
Morning classes: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
8-13 year olds:
Afternoon classes: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

8-13 year olds:
Afternoon classes: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Art From Around The World! | JUNE 13-17: Russia, Africa, Mexico, Japan, India, and France are just some of the cultures explored while creating new and exciting works of art!
American Art / Folk Art! | JUNE 20-24: Pulling from the natural folk art tendencies of children, this week’s theme explores the history of this organic art and offers inspiration for creating new masterpieces!
Calling All Animal Lovers! | JULY 11-15: Campers will use animals and their surrounding habitats as a springboard to create unique, colorful creations. Animal imagery and stories will be used for reference!
Fantasy / Fairytale! | JULY 18-22: This week includes projects designed around classic fairytales, creatures of fantasy, tall tales, and legends!
Meet the Masters! | AUGUST 8-12, AUGUST 15-19: Learn about the lives and works of new and familiar artists through their masterpieces!

CONTACT: Carrie Christian | 912-323-0123 | carrieachristian@hotmail.com | | www.scribbleartstudio.com Cost: $150 for the week. Deposit of $50 necessary to ensure spot. Tuition includes all the finest art materials. Make checks payable to Scribble Art Studio. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.