Here’s a look 2022 holiday events. SouthernMamas.com will be adding to this list as set dates become available as well as to our Events Calendar. Check back for more.

Ice-Skating in Savannah:  Public ice-skating returns to the Savannah Civic Center in November & December. Details here.

2-Day Thanksgiving Week Golf Camp for ages kindergarten-5th grade, Savannah, Nov 21 & 22, 9-12:30PM. Lunch provided. Details here.

SouthCoast Health presents the United Way Turkey Trot, Daffin Park, on Thanksgiving, Thurs. Nov. 24. Free kids race is at 8AM; Diaper Dash at 8:15AM; Main 4-mile race at 8:30AM. Details here.

FREE Savannah Tree Lighting Ceremony, 5:30PM Fri. Nov. 25 @ corner of Broughton & Bull streets.

Free Tree Lighting Ceremony @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah, Fri. Nov. 25. Savannah Christmas Market @ Plant Riverside District opens @ noon. Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring Roger Moss reading “The Night Before Christmas” & live performances by Coastal Youth Choirs at 6:30PM at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. The lighting of the Christmas Tree in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park will be at 7:30PM, followed by Santa & his elves distributing free candy canes. Details here.

Savannah Boat Parade of Lights will float past Plant Riverside District on Sat. Nov. 26, 7-9PM.

FREE Tybee Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Sat. Nov. 26 @ 5 Tybrisa St. Tybee Is. Performances, caroling, dancing and holiday treats.

FREE Holiday Tree Lighting @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Dec. 1, 5:30-7PM. Kick off the holiday season with Telfair’s annual tree lighting celebration. A hot cocoa bar, homemade cookies, and children’s art activities will take place in the Jepson Center’s Richard and Judy Eckburg Atrium. The holiday tree will be on view until Jan. 9, 2023. Free & open to the public.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer opens Dec. 2 and runs three weekends @ Savannah Children’s Theatre. There will be a Holiday shop and a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie is included with the ticket price. Tickets are available now. Tickets

Free Tybee Christmas Parade, Dec. 2 6-9PM. Parade starts at 6th Street and moves down Butler Avenue to Tybrisa Street.

Teen Workshops @ SCAD Museum of Art including ornament making, cookie decorating & holiday sculpting. Details here.

Tybee Ballet will debut Land of the Sweets as a ticketed event on Dec. 9 and 10 at The Tybee Post Theater at 6PM. Purchase online here.

Savannah Chase 5K & Fun Run @ Savannah Christian Preparatory School, Sat. Dec. 10. Open to the Savannah community. Details here.

Savannah Santa Train @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Sat. Dec. 10, 9AM-5PM. Online pre-registration is required here

FREE Savannah’s Lighted Christmas Parade, Sat. Dec. 10.  The parade begins at the west end of River Street at 5:30PM and continues to the East end, then winds its way through downtown Savannah. The traditional route is subject to change this year due to ongoing construction downtown. New route TBA. Free parking will be available in all City parking garages December 9-11. Find the Parade Entry form here.

FREE Christmas Whoville Celebration in Savannah City Market (formerly called Christmas for Kids Celebration), 1-4PM Sun. Dec. 11. City Market turns Whoville for the afternoon. Get Grinched (with hair and makeup). Meet Father Christmas and take a picture with him in a carriage. Plus a performance of How The Dancing Grinch Stole Christmas. Free & open to the public.

Holiday Soccer Camp with Soccer Shots Savannah. For ages 2-8. Details here.

Chanukah @ Forsyth Park, a free, community-wide Chanukah experience in Savannah’s Forsyth Park with entertainment, activities including lighting of menorah & holiday fun for all ages, 3:30PM Sun. Dec. 18 2022. Details here.

Holiday Theater Camp @ Savannah Children’s Theatre, Dec. 19-23: 9AM-5PM, but early drop off & late pickup is available upon request. Details here.

Special Toddler Tuesday Polar Express @ three scheduled times Tues. Dec. 20 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah. Pre-registeration required. No walk-ups allowed. Details here.

Gymnastics Holiday Camp: Summit Gymnastics Winter Holiday Camps in Savannah are Dec. 19-23 & Dec. 26-30, 9AM-1PM. For ages 4-10. Details here. 

Free SCAD Museum of Art Admisson on Second Sundays

Savannah-area residents receive free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Next one: Dec. 11. Details here.

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TEEN NIGHT: WINTER 2022 SERIES

Teen Night: Ornament workshop
Fri. Dec. 2 4:30–6:30PM

SCAD Museum of Art 601 Turner Blvd. Savannah, Ga. 

Create a custom beaded ornament inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions — imaginative art to adorn your tree!

Admission to the workshop: $10. Supplies included. All skill levels welcome. Boxed dinner provided. 

To sign up, email Kristin Poitras, manager of museum visitation and programming, at kpoitras@scad.edu. 

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Teen Night: Cookie decorating workshop 

Fri. Dec. 9  4:30–6:30PM

SCAD Museum of Art 601 Turner Blvd. Savannah, Ga. 

Customize cookies styled like works on view with assistant curator Brittany Richmond. 

Admission to the workshop: $10. Supplies included. All skill levels welcome. Boxed dinner provided. 

To sign up, email Kristin Poitras, manager of museum visitation and programming, at kpoitras@scad.edu. 

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Teen Night: Holiday sculptures workshop 

Fri. Dec. 16  4:30–6:30PM

SCAD Museum of Art 601 Turner Blvd. Savannah, Ga. 

Inspired by Shi Jinsong’s motorcycle works, on view in the artist’s exhibition Waiting for a response which we might never get [link: https://www.scadmoa.org/exhibitions/waiting-for-a-response-which-we-might-never-get], transform holiday icons into whimsical sculptures using polymer clay. 

Admission to the workshop: $10. Supplies included. All skill levels welcome. Boxed dinner provided. 

To sign up, email Kristin Poitras, manager of museum visitation and programming, at kpoitras@scad.edu.Savannah-area residents receive free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Here’s the listing for December!

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SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter, Nov. 16 2022

This free weekly e-letter in your email every Wednesday keeps you savvy about all the kid-friendly happenings as well as school open houses, free events, pediatricians and more.

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Chanukah @ Forsyth, Sun. Dec. 18 2022

Get ready for a free, community-wide Chanukah experience in Savannah’s Forsyth Park with entertainment, activities and holiday fun for all ages, 3:30PM Sun. Dec. 18 2022.

This event is free and open to all.

For more info and the option to reserve a seat, visit Chanukahsav.org

LIVE IN CONCERT!
Acclaimed Jewish Rapper, Nissim Black
Lenny Solomon of Shlock Rock

FEATURING
~ Latkas, Donuts, Gelt and more
~ Kosher Hot Dogs
~ Picnic Boxes
~ Chanukah Crafts
~ Inflatables
~ 360 Photo Booth
~ Airbrushed Custom Kippahs
~ Candle Making
~ Glow Prize giveaways

Lighting of the giant menorah with Mayor Van Johnson and local dignitaries.

Come and bring your special light, so the lights of the Menorah can shine even brighter.

Sponsorships available at Chaukahsav.org

Learn more here.

Toddler art program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Kids are invited to the Jepson Center in Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity, 10:30AM this Thurs. Nov. 17 2022

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome @ Art Start Stroller & Toddler Tours.

Come play & learn with Telfair Museums.

Details here. 

$5 per child
Adults: members free | non-members $12

Upcoming Art Start dates

Thurs. Nov. 17 2022. Register online here.

Thurs. Dec. 15 2022. Register online here.

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Oatland’s Fall Harvest Festival is set for Sat. Nov. 19 2022

Come to Oatland Island Wildlife Center’s Fall Harvest & Cane Grinding Festival 2022 in Savannah to celebrate Georgia’s diverse agricultural traditions.

Centered around Oatland’s1800’s Heritage Homesite, history comes alive with old-time music, demonstrations and cane-boiling. See how “it was back then” amidst the sights and sounds of an old-fashioned fall gathering.​ 

Children young and old will enjoy social distance conscious demonstrations, take home crafts, live music and other fun presentations as you venture back through history.​

Oatland Island’s Fall Harvest and Cane Griding Festival is Sat. Nov. 19, 2022.

ALL DAY Special Event Pricing FOO Members: Adult Admission $4, Child/Senior/Military Admission: $2. Find info on how to become a Friends of Oatland member here.

Non-Member: Adult Admission $7, Child/Senior/Military Admission $5

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Small classes @ Advanced Academics Academy

Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler offers small classes, hands-on learning, a customized curriculum with certified educators for PreK-7th grade.  

Advanced Academics Academy – a private, micro school – offers: ability-based learning, cross-curricular projects, gifted certified educators & more.

Class size is limited for a great experience. 

Learn more here.

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Enroll in Soccer Shots Savannah Winter 2023 Session For Ages 2-8

Enrollment for the Soccer Shots Savannah 8-week Winter Season is now open for children ages 2-8!

Soccer Shots is kicking off the Winter Season the week of Jan. 9 2023 and wants your child to join Soccer Shots on Soccer Island!  

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.soccershots.com.

Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!.

Learn more here.

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Youth theater classes plus upcoming shows at Savannah Children’s Theatre

Let the season of shows and classes begin. Lots of opportunities for your children to be entertained and to learn @ Savannah Children’s Theatre in the next few months, at both their Savannah and Pooler locations.

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Savannah

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer opens Dec. 2 2022 and runs three weekends. There will be a Holiday shop and a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie is included with the ticket price. Tickets are available now. Tickets

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Holiday Theatre Camp 2022, Dec. 19-23 9AM-5PM

Savannah Children’s Theatre is hosting a 5-day musical theatre camp December 19-23: North Pole’s Got Talent!. This full-day camp for youth will have students playing theatre games, singing songs, creating dances & putting on a holiday musical for the final day. Camp hours are 9AM-5PM, but early drop off & late pickup is available upon request.  

Register online here.

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Youth Drama Classes @ Savannah & Pooler locations of Savannah Children’s Theatre

Savannah Children’s Theatre’s Savannah location has opened Winter registration for their classes. Register HERE.

The next session of Pooler Drama/Theater Youth Classes starts Jan. 9 2023 and they will be doing Aladdin. Register HERE.

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Coastal Care Partners’ new concierge pediatric practice

Wanting to learn more about Coastal Care Partners’ new Concierge Pediatric Clinic in the Village on Skidaway Is., Savannah and how Savannah pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander  can serve your family’s healthcare needs?

Visit their website here There, you can also sign up to become a member of the concierge pediatric practice and easily book any of your child’s future appointments online.

Check it out here.

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Free Admission Second Sunday, Sun. Dec. 11, 2022, SCAD Museum of Art

SCAD MOA welcomes the Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge.

Learn more here.

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SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd.
Savannah, Georgia

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Congratulations Pediatric Associates of Savannah on receiving the Quality Achievement Award from CareSource leadership.

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.

(Pictured above are some Pediatric Associates of Savannah providers and their amazing Practice Administrator Persephene Sams and Clinical Manager Lisa Torbert Piper .

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Pediatric Associates of Savannah has offices in Savannah, the Islands and Pooler.

Now offering convenient telemedicine appointments in addition to in-person visits.

Learn more here.

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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SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter, Nov. 9 2022

This free weekly e-letter in your email every Wednesday keeps you savvy about all the kid-friendly happenings as well as school open houses, free events, pediatricians and more.

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2022 Savannah 3v3 Youth Skills & Developmental Basketball League

Calvary Day School in Savannah will offer a Savannah 3v3 Skills & Developmental Basketball League for both boys and girls grades K – 5 this winter 2022-23. This league is open to all children. Children do not need to attend Calvary to participate.

With a mission to grow the game of basketball through intentional fundamental development, while teaching basic game play concepts through 3v3, Calvary organizers hope this basketball league to be the doorway to your child falling in love with this great game. 

The league includes three weeks of skills & drills led by Scepter Brownlee, 14 year college coaching veteran of both men’s and women’s basketball, a t-shirt, and an 8 game schedule. Rosters will consist of 5 players per team so each kid will get the opportunity to play, learn, and develop.

Registration will take place from Oct. 21 – Nov. 16. Register online here.
Please email Laura Spivey, at lspivey@calvarydayschool.com if you have any questions in regards to registration. 
Registration Dates: Oct. 21 – Nov. 16 2022. Cost: $165
Practices/Skills & Drills Dates: Dec. 3, 10, 17 2022;  Jan. 7 2023 skills & drills followed by team practice
Game Dates: Jan. 14, 21, 28 Feb. 4, 11 2023. Games will be between 9AM – Noon depending on the number of teams. All games will be half-court 3v3 with a max of 5 per team.
Playoffs: Feb. 11 2023
Location: Layton Gym at Calvary Day School
Please note that dates and times are subject to change depending on the number of participants we have in this year’s basketball league. 

Register online here.

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St. Andrews School, Savannah

Attending an Open House at St. Andrew’s is a great way to learn more about the opportunities and experiences available as a prospective Lion! Come see St. Andrew’s students and teachers in action, meet our leadership, counselors, coaches and staff, and take a tour of our 22 acre campus.

St. Andrew’s is an International Baccalaureate World School inspiring young people age 3 through grade 12 in Savannah.

Register today! Space is limited.

Upcoming Open House Dates: Nov. 2, Nov. 30, Jan. 12

Learn more & register for an open house here.

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The YMCA of Coastal Georgia’s Youth Basketball league is open to kids ages 3-14. 

Youth basketball registration @ YMCA of Coastal Georgia branches is now open.

Register online here.

The YMCA of Coastal Georgia’s Youth Basketball league is open to kids ages 3-14. Every child will participate in every game and should receive equal playing time, regardless of skill level.

The YMCA goal is to develop skills on and off the court by athletes getting to work on team building, good sportsmanship, and the fundamental skills basketball.  Coaches are safe coach certified and have passed background screenings.  Teams continue to practice throughout the season.  Most age groups and locations have inter Y play with an end of season tournament.  Tournament winners posted in local newspapers.

Register online here.

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Benefits of Concierge Pediatric Care

Finding a new pediatrician may seem like a daunting task for some, but it doesn’t have to be that way! By blending the devotion of traditional medicine with modern-day conveniences, Dr. Kelsey Alexander’s concierge pediatric practice offers services in Savannah and surrounding areas that help parents save time, money, and worry.

Here are the top three ways her Savannah concierge pediatric clinic is changing the way our community experiences healthcare.

For busy parents with little extra time: Take control of your schedule and your little one right from your phone! With concierge pediatric care, as soon as your child starts showing symptoms, you can easily book an appointment online. No call is required. You can plan ahead and make sure your child is seen—and treated—quickly. With same or next-day appointments, you can ensure minimal time is missed from your schedule.

Would you like an option to avoid waiting rooms with other patients? At Dr. Alexander’s practice, you’ll walk right into your warm and inviting patient room for a 30 to 60 minute appointment. The clinic doesn’t even have a waiting room because their schedule provides ample availability as a concierge clinic with limited patients. During your appointment, you’ll have plenty of time to ask every question on your list. If you think of more after you leave, just call or text Dr. Alexander and speak with her directly. You can follow up at no additional cost.

Do you find yourself Googling healthcare-related questions after hours? Coastal Care Partners allows patients direct access to Dr. Alexander on weekends and after hours. Patients can text, call, send photos, and send videos. By providing continuity of care, you can avoid unnecessary visits, trips to urgent care, and trips to the ER, ultimately saving you time and money.

If this sounds like the type of pediatrician you’re looking for, Coastal Care Partners may be the right choice for you! Located on Skidaway Island and locally owned, the concierge pediatric clinic at Coastal Care Partners has been providing exemplary care for local families since its opening. Dr. Kelsey Alexander_, a board-certified pediatric physician with more than 12 years of pediatric experience, is dedicated to prioritizing the patient-physician relationship.

By keeping a limited number of patients in the practice, Dr. Alexander can give your family the time and attention they deserve. Give the office a call at 912-598-6312 or visit their website here to learn more or to enroll for membership.

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SCAD Museum of Art welcomes the Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month.

Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge.

Learn more here.

WHEN: Sun. Nov. 13 2022, Noon-5PM

SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd.
Savannah, GA

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Help support Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah

You are invited to the second annual Foo Brews & Bites on Sat. Nov. 5 2022, 5-8PM @ Oatland Island Willdife Center, Savannah.

This fund-raising event will include dinner, drinks, live music, photo ops, meet and greet opportunities with Oatland Island animal residents, plus a silent auction (21+ only).

Proceeds from this event will be used to support Oatland Island Wildlife Center, the animal residents, and the staff who care for them daily. 

Buy tickets online here.

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Classic-toy themed musical Kindermusik playdate

Join Kindermusik Savannah on Sat. Oct. 22 2022 for their 10AM or 11AM musical playdates!

This month we’re taking an imaginary trip to the Kindermusik toy shop! Bring your 0-7 year olds for music, instruments, stories, singing, dancing and more!  Each child gets a gift and a coupon at the end of class.  Sibling discounts available.

Enroll at kindermusikwith88keys.com today! 

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There’s fall fun on the agenda at your local Y!

See below for what fall-centric activities are happening and when at your local branch.

• October 27: Habersham YMCA Trunk-or-Treat
• October 28: Richmond Hill YMCA Trunk-or-Treat
• October 28: YBASE Trunk-or-Treat at Garrison Elementary
• October 28: Trunk-or-Treat at the Tybee Y
• October 29: Statesboro YMCA Trunk-or-Treat

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Register before price increase Oct. 19

Oct. 22 2022 is the annual West Chatham YMCA Monster Dash 5K, Fun Run and Fall Festival.

This event will feature a 5K Run and a 1/4 mile Kid’s Fun Run. Come for the race and stay for a family friendly YMCA Fall Festival! Race start is at 7:30AM.

Price increase scheduled for 10/19 so register now.

Sponsorship opportunities available.

All proceeds support the West Chatham Y’s Annual Campaign, which powers critical programs and activities that keep kids safe, people healthy and families strong.

When: Sat. Oct. 22, 2022 / 7:30AM start
Where: The West Chatham YMCA, 165 Isaac G. LaRoche Dr., Pooler, GA 31322

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New Georgia family-friendly bluegrass festival, Nov. 10-13

A new bluegrass music festival is coming to south Georgia!

Introduce your children to one of the purest and most beautiful American art forms, the acoustic sounds of a live bluegrass band.

Come hear banjos, guitars, fiddles, mandolins, dobros, and upright basses ringing out at the 1st annual Headin’ Home Fest in Lyons, GA Nov. 10-13 2022!

Details and tickets at headinhomefest.com. Children younger than 10 are free.

FREE Kid-Friendly Holiday Ballet Rendition of The Nutcracker @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, Nov. 19

Tybee Ballet Theatre presents The Land of the Sweets @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater on Sat. Nov. 19 2022.

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. 

Performances will take place on Nov. 19 2022 at The Ben Tucker Theater in SCAC at 3PM & 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 debut Land of the Sweets as a ticketed event on Dec. 9 and 10 2022 at The Tybee Post Theater at 6PM. Purchase online here.

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About 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop #BreastCancer during their lifetime.

In additoin to an annual mammogram, you should be doing monthly self-examinations. 

SouthCoast Health experts share here how to check yourself for breast cancer

In honor of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, SouthCoast Health’s Imaging Department will offer Saturday hours for patients to receive their screening mammograms. Contact the Imaging Center at (912) 691-4200 for more information.

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