You love SouthernMamas.com Annual Best Home Holiday Lights Decorations list to ride around looking at lights. Here’s our smaller scale Halloween-Fall decoration list – by no means the best – just some fun picks from readers & us.
Enjoy giant skeletons, dancing in circle ghosts & witches, pumpkin & mum lined porch steps plus friendly porch skeletons, some which wave from rocking chairs, drink cocktails or even ride a bike. You can even find yellow-raincoat clad Georgie with red balloon from Stephen King’s ‘It.” ( 235 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park)
122 E. 38th St. – witch trio (pictured), rocking chair skeletons & more , Starland District
117 E. 36th St. – biking skeleton & resting witch face contest (pictured), Thomas Square
3505 Abercorn St., Ardsley Park
36 51st St. – giant skeleton, Ardsley Park
Reynolds & 52nd streets, Ardsley Park
337 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park
235 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park (Georgie with red balloon from Stephen King’s ‘It’)
Southside of Victory Drive between Abercorn and Reynolds streets, giant inflatables,
Whitaker Street across from Forsyth has a few: 909 Whitaker St. – skeleton porch party with lawn dragon, cats in window & more; 703 Whitaker St; 509 Whitaker St. ; 507 Whitaker (mums & pumpkin goals!)
506 E. Park Avenue- skeletons galore plus a werewolf
1000 block of E. Henry St. between Waters & Harmon on northside of Henry @ corner.
Store windows at E. Shaver Bookstore, 326 Bull St.
Various door steps, porches in Savannah Historic District including The Inn on W. Liberty, 109 W. Liberty St; 106 W.Jones St; 517 & 501 E. Broughton
5505 Magnolia Ave. Magnolia Park neighborhood, Inflatables.
5708 Colonial Dr., Magnolia Park neighborhood,
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Free Family Day – The Art of Still Life (Jepson Center Only) Oct. 22 2022 , 10AM – 5PM Jepson Center, Savannah
Free Family Day @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center features family activities from 1-4PM based on the exhibitions Feels Like Freedom: Phillip J. Hampton and Elegies: Still Lifes in Contemporary Art. Families may explore and experiment with art materials, create still lifes, and make string art inspired by the work of Phillip J. Hampton.
The afternoon also will include a demonstration of still life painting and a “living still life” activity.
Come to the Historic Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Ave. in Savannah for the most authentic Halloween celebration in Savannah: SCARY IN THE DAIRY, from 4-8PM Sun. October 23, 2022.
Enjoy Haunted Hay Rides, penny games, cake walk, bouncy house, food and fun. Without a doubt, there are HORSE RIDES, on the amazing equestrian staff of Pegasus Riding Academy, which benefits from this event.
Come out and support Pegasus therapeutic riding program for special needs children and veterans, and enjoy acres of haunted fun!
For additional information visit www.prasav.org or call 912-547-6482.
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Pediatrician searching? The team at Coastal Pediatrics does so much more than your regular office visit. They’re there for you to make sure you’ve got all the answers.
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.
Thurs. Oct. 20 2022 Art Start Stroller & Toddler Tours & Art Activity, 10:30-11:30AM
$5 per child Adults: members free | non-members $12
Explore the exhibition Elegies: Still Lifes in Contemporary Art with us !
“We know that this is a very busy time of year for parents, and our offering this flu shot clinic is an excellent way to make getting the vaccine easier,” Dr. Kelsey Alexander said. A board-certified pediatric physician, Dr. Alexander heads the Concierge Pediatric Clinic at Coastal Care Partners and recommends that everyone age six months and older get a flu shot.
“The October 20th flu shot clinic is open to anyone that wants to come,” Dr. Alexander said. “While the children are here for their vaccination, the parents can also get their flu shots. We do request that you schedule an appointment in advance.”
Find additional information about Concierge Pediatrics and Dr. Alexander, or enroll for services, here.
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School searching in Savannah? Come see all that The Habersham School – a private classical Christian PreK-12th grade school – has to offer by attending an open house to learn more about how your child could benefit from a Classical Christian education.
Take a dive into the world of music with the Nuvo Toot! This colorful and easy to manage instrument provides an excellent opportunity to start learning how to play the flute.
In the 6-week class @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, students ages 5 to 9 years will learn how to play the Nuvo Toot, read their first few notes, and perform several songs together in a fun group setting.
Mondays, 4:30-5:15PM starting Oct. 17 2022
PS – Have a teen who loves music too? The Savannah Cultural Arts Center is starting a new class, DIY Musician, where teens will explore creating musical projects, recording, and even marketing your art!
Dogs and their owners will be judged on the creativity and originality of their coordinating costumes by a panel of local judges. Contest winners will be awarded prizes.
A $10 participation fee will be collected at the door. All proceeds from the 2nd Annual Costumes on the Woof event will be donated to Renegade Paws Rescue, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the highest level of care for unwanted, abused or injured dogs and cats in the Coastal Empire and surrounding area.
Electric Moon Skytop Lounge + Moon Deck @ Plant Riverside District, 400 W. River St., Savannah
Savannah’s famous Weiner Dog races – which were a longtime Savannah tradition when Oktoberfest was held at Rousakis Riverfront Plaza on River Street – are not happening this year. Questions? Email PRD-Entertainment@kesslercollection.com
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That’s why they’ve taken the time to create a welcoming, calm atmosphere in patient rooms.As an added plus, the practice also has no waiting rooms! Instead, you’ll be able to walk into the clinic and head straight into your appointment with Dr. Alexander!
With unrushed visits lasting from 30-60 minutes, you’ll leave the practice assured that all of your concerns and questions were properly addressed and that your child was given the care and attention they deserve.
Learn more about Dr. Alexander’s services or enroll for membership today here.
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Savannah’s teeming with iconic, beautiful schools. We captured a few of our favorite landmark schools and are working on adding more. The goal: creating special, local gifts for school teachers, staff and administrators or for your child to have as a keepsake.
Celebrate your beloved school with a 10-pack of postcards portraying your Savannah school. These make sweet frameable keepsakes or fun, unique notecards.
See the SouthernMamas.com Savannah school cards collection and links to purchase here.
For City of Savannah residents, we offer same-day delivery on orders placed Monday-Thursday.
Questions? Want to request a school not pictured here? Email anne@southernmamas.com.
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.
Bring the family (and the dogs) and explore a pumpkin patch and trick or treat for the kids. Also: food trucks, ice cream, cider, popcorn, costume contests, bounce houses, shopping and adoption specials on dogs and cats ready to go home with their new family!Details Sat. Oct. 15 12-4pm Humane Society for Greater Savannah 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
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Youth art, movement, and music classes are back at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! A new round of 6-week session classes will begin Mon. Oct. 17 2022. Class favorites are back along with some new ways to get creative.
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Youth Classes Clay – Mondays
Intro to the Flute – Mondays
Parent/Child Movement – Tuesdays
Pre-ballet – Tuesdays Homeschool Art – Tuesdays
Ballet/Jazz Combo Class – Wednesdays
Creative Movement – Wednesdays Youth Art -Saturdays
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Teen Classes
Clay* – Mondays
Jewelry and Metals* – Tuesdays
DIY Musician – Wednesdays *8 Week Class Sessions
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Learn more about classes and register online here.
The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire has an amazing team at the Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire! Their therapists are all nationally certified and state licensed, with experience working with children of all ages. They all truly enjoy getting to know their clients and their families, knowing that a trusting relationship is the best foundation for therapy progress. Come meet the team @ The Speech Clinic!
To make an appointment, please contact the office- 912 712 3999.
The Speech Clinic has two convenient locations: Midtown Savannah (130 Stephenson Ave) and Wilmington Island (315 Johnny Mercer Blvd), and they are also happy to work with your child at your child’s preschool/daycare setting.
***CURRENTLY NO WAITLIST***
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Playgrounds, parks, waterfalls, zoo, outdoor eats along Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville SC
So thankful to have spent a leaf-peeping day in Greenville SC this fall.
If you’re looking for a fall getaway, we suggest taking the kids to Greenville. While there, either bike the Swamp Rabbit Trail (a 22-mile multi-use leisure trail) or visit the parks and playgrounds along the trail if your kids aren’t old enough to bike.
Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum will transform into a magical Harry Potter-themed experience during “Frogwarts” on Sun. Oct. 16 2022, 11AM-3PM.
This year’s classes will include Wand Making, Potions, Fortune Telling, Defense Against the Dark Arts: Glow in the Dark Fun!, Care of Magical Creatures, Quill Writing, Herbology, Muggle Studies, and Quidditch. Attendees can also take a ride on Georgia State Railroad Museum’s locomotive, the Frogwarts Express, or visit Ingotts Wizarding Bank. Visit the Owlery with Georgia Southern University’s Center for Wildlife Education and enjoy a musical selection from Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts’ Garrison Voices.
Some community partners will also be leading workshops, including Georgia Reptile Society. The Lowcountry Turners will be creating unique wooden wands. Harry-Potter themed food will be available for purchase.
Please dress in any Halloween or Harry Potter-themed costume of your choice!
Cost of admission: $14 per person for non-members; $12 per person for Coastal Heritage Society members.
Pre-registration is required. Purchase your tickets in advance online here.
Coastal Heritage Society members receive a discounted ticket of $12, an express check-in line, and priority boarding for the Frogwarts Express train ride. Find info on how to become a CHS member here.
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Take a walk with your Trick or Treaters down the forest trail @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah to meet and gather goodies from friendly animal characters in this years fully outdoor event. Mother Earth will be there to lead you to the path to the various character and candy stops along the hike.
25th Annual Halloween Hike Dates
Fri. Oct. 14 & Sat. Oct. 15 2022, 5-8PM
Early Bird: 5-6:30PM After Dark: 6:30-8PM Last hike leaves at 7:50PM
Advanced ticket reservations are Required and will be available for two sessions per evening to spread out visitation, reduce gatherings and allow proper parking.
Do you have concerns about your child’s speech/language development, but have a busy schedule?
The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire can help! The therapists at The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire are happy to provide services at your child’s daycare or preschool. They also have a very flexible schedule at their offices on Wilmington Island and Midtown Savannah.
We’ll pick two names at random & direct message the winners. UPDATE: We’ll pick the winners at 9PM Wed. Oct. 5.
Poppell Farm’s Special Event, Sensory Sensitive Morning has been postponed until Sun. Oct. 30.
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About Poppell Farms
Poppell Farms – a daytrip from Savannah- includes a pumpkin patch, maze, hayrides, farm fun, giant outdoor jumping pillows, barnyard & farm games & activities.
Get lost in Poppell Farms’ tall sorghum maze, enjoy wagon hayrides and the Pumpkin Patch! Stay after dark on Friday and Saturday nights to explore the maze with a flashlight (it’s NOT haunted). Beginning October 7, brave the Haunted Trail through the woods after dark.
Open every Friday night, Saturday (day and night) and Sunday from October 2-30, 2022.
