Pre-register beginning Sept. 15 for this popular event that typically sells out

Experience Fort McAllister State Park’s premiere event of the year: the annual Candle Lantern Tour, happening Sat. Oct. 22 2022, 6:40-10PM.

This popular event features a 30-minute guided candlelit tour with stops at the blacksmith shop, hospital, powder magazine, barracks jail & more. There may just be a sneak attack by Union ships in the river.

This event typically sells out. Pre-register beginning Sept. 15 2022 by calling 912.727.2339. Children ages 2 and younger are free. Tickets are non-refundable.

Admission: $25
Event Phone: 912-727-2339

Fort McAllister State Park
3894 Fort McAllister Road
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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Other Events @ Fort McAllister State Park

Fort McAllister State Park in Richmond Hill has kid-friendly events happening throughout the year including themed hikes, workshops, crabbing and shrimping classes, re-enactments and more. See the park’s event schedule here.

Toddler Time @ Savannah Children’s Museum, Thurs. Sept. 15

Looking for something fun to do with your littles ones?

Come to for Toddler Time at Savannah Children’s Museum on Thurs. Sept. 15 2022, 9:30 – 11:30AM.

Toddlers and their adults will experience themed activities including music, storytelling, arts & crafts, and a visit with Tippy the Tortoise.

All visitors will experience the joy of nature through open exploration of our outdoor museum as well as open play with socialization.

The theme will be DOG DAYS and Storytime will welcome a special guest, Mister John from Live Oak Public Libraries. This program is FREE for CHS members. Get info on how to become a CHS member here.

Museum admission cost:
$10 per person (aged 18 mo. and older)

Savannah Children’s Museum is an outdoor site, so it may be closed due to inclement weather. Call ahead for accurate closing information at 912-651-4292 

655 Louisville Road
Savannah, GA 31401
912-651-4292

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St. Andrew’s School – an independent PreK-12th grade school in Savannah – wins education kudos

Congratulations to St. Andrew’s School on winning two 2022 education awards.

St. Andrew’s was selected as the 2022 Best Private School in Savannah by the readers of Savannah Magazine and the Savannah Morning News. In addition, the Savannah Morning News named the St. Andrew’s the Best Pre-School in the Coastal Empire. 

St. Andrew’s is an International Baccalaureate World School inspiring young people age 3 through grade 12 in Savannah. For more information, visit saslions.com

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Coastal Pediatrics Dr. Dudley Stone in Savannah named Best Pediatrician

Congratulations Coastal Pediatrics on winning three Savannah Magazine “Best of” awards.

This year’s “Best of Savannah” from Savannah Magazine Best Pediatrician: Dr. Dudley Stone

Best Nurse Practitioner: Jessica Glover.

Best Nurse Practitioner runner up: Mallory Rutland.

Coastal Pediatrics has offices in Savannah & Pooler.

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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SouthCoast Pediatrician and Dietitian answer questions on the childhood obesity epidemic

SouthCoast Health Pediatrician Dr. Amanda Hendricks and Dietitian Rebekah Laurance  (pictured) are answering some of the most common and pressing questions about the childhood obesity epidemic.

Nearly one in three children ages two through 12 in the United States are overweight or obese, putting them at risk for serious health problems. 

Questions answered include: how does obesity negatively affect children?; What are the most important things kids need to be eating? What are the worst things?; What are tips for packing healthy school lunches for kids?; What are your top tips for parents to prevent childhood obesity?

Read the SouthCoast experts’ answers to those questions and more here.

If you have any more questions or would like advice from a SouthCoast Health dietitian or pediatrician to make sure your child is living the healthiest lifestyle possible, schedule an appointment today.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics locations

Savannah: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Savannah
Eisenhower Drive Medical Center
310 Eisenhower Dr, Bldg 16
912.303.3500

Richmond Hill: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
912.527.5352

Rincon: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Rincon
814 Towne Park Dr East
912.826.4866

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September musical Kindermusik Savannah playdate will be held twice Sat. Sept. 24, at 10AM & 11AM

Kindermusik Savannah‘s September musical playdates: Paws and Claws will be held twice on Sat. Sept. 24, 2022: at 10AM and 11AM. Choose your preferred time.

Enroll online here.

If your child loves pets and animals, they’ll be delighted with this heartwarming pet-themed Kindermusik playdate in Savannah.

Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces. Claim your child’s spot before it fills.

Every enrolled child will get

*A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter

*A Kindermusik instrument/prop

*A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes

DETAILS

Ages 0-7: The playdate is geared toward newborns all the way up to 7-year-olds. Multiple caregivers are welcome, so bring the whole family along!.

Limited capacity! September musical playdate will be held twice on Sat. Sept. 24, 2022: at 10AM and 11AM. Choose your preferred time. Typically playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now!

Cost: $20 for first child; only $12 per sibling

Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Studio; 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302

Enroll online here.

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Pre-K based on readiness not age @ Advanced Academics Academy, Pooler

Is your child ready for school and potty-trained? If so, consider a trial morning @ Advanced Academics Academy PreK in Pooler. Call 912-348-2017.

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 – is now enrolling for the 2022-23 school year. Spots opened up in pre-K at the start of this school year. Students must be potty-trained and ready for school.

Advanced Academics offers: ability-based learning, cross-curricular projects, gifted certified educators & more.

Class size is limited for a great experience. 

Register today here.

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Schedule a tour of this private PK-12 college prep Christian school in Savannah 

School searching in Savannah?

Visit Savannah Christian Preparatory School, a an independent, non-denominational PK-12 college prep Christian school.

The best way to experience Savannah Christian Preparatory School is to visit during the school day—when students are going to and from classes, and the campus is alive with activity.

Schedule a tour online here.

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Preschool & Pre-K spots available @ Pooler school

Savannah Adventist Christian School Early Childhood Center in Pooler has a few spots available right now!

There are two-day, three-day, and five-day spots in Preschool and full-time spots in Pre-K.

Call to schedule a tour or start the application process here: https://www.sacssda.org/apply 

Children must be fully potty-trained and be at least three years old to start Preschool.

Children who are 4 on or before September 1 are eligible for Pre-K enrollment.

The school is at 50 Godley Way, Pooler, GA 31322.

Find more information here or call (912) 748-5977 or email info@sacssda.org

Savannah Adventist Christian School — which offers preschool starting at age 3 through 9th grade — is a small, private school with a family feel and Christian curriculum.

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Competitive Cheerleading in Savannah/Pooler

Is your child interested in trying out for Crowned Elite Athletics All-Star regional team, which gives athletes the opportunity to train, compete & win as All-Star Athletes @ Crowned Elite without the full commitment of an elite travel team.

Contact Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah to schedule a time: 606-492-5419.

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Oatland Island Wildlife Center is there for you when you need an entertaining outdoor spot to take the kids.

Open seven days a week, 10AM-4PM every day except Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 24, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. You and your kids can basically hit these self-guided trails any day of the week to see more than 95 animals from 39 difference species on exhibit, including mammals, fish, invertebrates, birds and reptiles. 

Bring a picnic. Covered and uncovered picnic tables available for use near the Welcome Center, the dock and the Barnyard enclosure

How fortunate are we to have this resource in Savannah for our kids.

See SouthernMamas.com Ode to Oatland Reel here.

Upcoming Events in Fall 2022 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center

Toddler Tuesdays.

Click the theme to go to the registration form:

Sept. 20, 2022:  Dynamo Domino the Duck

Sept. 27, 2022:  Don’t go in the Alligator Hole!

Oct. 4, 2022:  We Love Wolves!

Oct. 11, 2022:  No Toddler Tuesday as we prepare for the Halloween Hike!

Oct. 18, 2022: Bats Eat Bugs​

Oct. 25 2022:  Halloween Party! Who has a sweet tooth?

Nov, 1, 2022:  Fox in Fall

Nov. 8, 2022:  Rocket to the Moon (Portable Planetarium Moon Program)

Nov. 15, 2022:  Big, Burly Bison​

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Bobcat Enrichment Saturday, Sept. 17 2022. 9:30-10:30AM. Cost:$20 per person, all ages. Must be at least 4 years old to attend. Get tickets here.

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Halloween Hike, Oct. 14 & 15. Details here.

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Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd, Savannah, GA 31410

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Summit Gymnastics classes in Savannah start August 2022 for ages 3+

For more than a decade,  Summit Gymnastics in Savannah has produced top-quality gymnasts by providing a safe & productive work environment that enhances physical and mental well-being.

New Gymnastics & Tumbling classes start in September 2022. Classes offered for ages 3+.

Call 912-921-1034 or email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com

Learn more about Summit Gymnastics in Savannah here.

Summit Gymnastics
74 W. Montgomery Crossroads
Savannah, Ga. 31406
(912)-921-1034

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Speech Therapy in Savannah: Impact of Hearing Issues/Ear Infections

Do you have concerns about your child’s hearing? Do they have a history or ear infections?

Your child may not be hearing well if they are: not following directions well, often ask for repetition of what you said, respond slowly or don’t respond when spoken to, or having trouble paying attention.

Persistent ear infections can have major impacts on your child hearing due to fluid in the middle ear. Imagine if you were trying to hear something underwater- That is what it might sound like to your child. This can affect their acquisition of speech and language.

Once the ear infections are treated, the therapists at The Speech Clinic of the Coastal Empire can help assess and treat any speech/language delays.

To schedule an evaluation, please contact The Speech Clinic office: 912 712 3999

***CURRENTLY NO WAITLIST***

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Find 2022 Savannah-area fall festivals, Halloween happenings and pumpkin-spicy fun happening in Coastal Georgia & the SC Lowcountry here.

Calvary Day School, Savannah

See first-hand all of the amazing opportunities offered @ Calvary Day School in Savannah, a preK-12th private school.

Campus Tours

Individual campus tours are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the school year by appointment only. Please call the admissions department at (912) 351-0700 or email admissions@calvarydayschool.com to schedule your tour.  Scheduled assessment and shadow days will be on Wednesdays by appointment.

Calvary Day School
4625 Waters Ave, Savannah
Pre-K through 12th grade

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To learn more about Calvary Day School, visit their website at www.calvarydayschool.com.

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New Disney’s 101 Dalmations classes, show in Pooler for 2nd-8th graders

A new Savannah Children’s Theatre Disney’s 101 Dalmatians class in Pooler starts Sept. 12 2022. 

This SCT Pooler class – open to 2nd-8th grade students – will meet Mondays 4:30-6:30PM with performances Jan. 6 and 8 2023.  The minimum age is 7 by Sept. 1, 2022.

The class and performance will be at Relentless Church, 505 Hwy 80 #C in Pooler.

Students will learn choreography, music and stage craft and at the end of the session they will perform in a full musical production of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, complete with costumes, lights and mics. Performances will be on Jan. 6 & 8, 2023 at Relentless Church.  Extra classes will be held prior to the holiday break and the week leading up to performances. This is known as “tech week”. In addition to meeting Monday, students will meet an additional 2 extra days those weeks. Exact dates, times and additional information will be shared closer to the performance dates.

Register online here.

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Savannah Children’s Theatre presents Pete the Cat Musical @ Historic Savannah Theatre, Fall 2022

We can’t wait: Savannah Children’s Theatre will present Pete the Cat Musical @ the Historic Savannah Theatre this fall. This one-hour rockin’ musical is fun for the whole family.

Showtimes

Saturdays Sept. 17 & 24,  Oct. 1 & 8 2022 at 10AM

Sundays Sept. 18 & 25, Oct. 2 & 9 2022 at 3PM

Purchase tickets online here or call 912.233.7764

Musical is based on the Pete the Cat series of books by Kimberly and James Dean.

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See SouthernMamas.com Pete the Cat reel here.

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Registration Open for Soccer Shots Fall 2022 Season For Ages 2-8

Enrollment for the Soccer Shots Fall Season is now open for children ages 2-8!

Soccer Shots is kicking off the season and they wan your child to join them 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!

Want to try the program and meet Soccer Shots’ awesome coaches before you enroll? Come to a free soccer day at Forsyth Park on September 10 2022 for all children ages 2-8. You must preregister for this free event. Visit savannah.soccershots.com and search by the keyword “free” to be directed to the registration page.

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Next time you go to The Sandbox @ Tanger 2 Outlets in Bluffton, check out one (or all) of these Bluffton playgrounds or parks

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Bluffton SC — about a 45 minute drive from Savannah — is teeming with playgrounds and parks that y’all need to check out if you haven’t already.

Next time you go to The Sandbox @ Tanger 2 Outlets in Bluffton or head to the beach at Hilton Head Is., stop by one (or all) of these playgrounds or parks to enjoy new playground equipment, artificial turf, free parking. Maybe even plan your visit on a day the Bluffton Branch Library offers storytime.

(Grab food at some of these favorites: Alljoy Donut Co.; Squat & Gobble; Nectar Family Kitchen; Cahill’s Market ; Mi Terra Authentic Mexican Restaurant. )

For a better look, see the SouthernMamas.com Reel featuring these Bluffton playgrounds and parks here.

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Oscar Frazier Playground

Bring your little train lovers. There’s a train shaped-climbing equipment & more. Restrooms, walking path, covered picnic area, swings, outdoor exercise area and dog-park.

DuBois Playground

This is a favorite! Sweet ship-shaped climbing equipment, swings, restrooms. Within walking distance to restaurants in Bluffton’s downtown. Next to this playground is Martin Family Park which offers a grassy field for play, wooden chairs, picnic tables and more restrooms.

Bluffton Branch Library

In front of the library is a grassy field. Walk along by the panels which tell the story of the fiddler crabs of Calhoun Street.

Wright Park

Oh the views of May River! There’s no playground equipment but instead there’s a boardwalk to May River as well as a grassy field and solitary swing that overlooks the marsh and river. Get ready to swoon over the loveliness of historic The Church of the Cross right across Calhoun Street.

Buckhalter Place Playground

Smack in the middle of shops and restaurants including a Kroger, this park has an open lawn, benches, fenced playground, Veteran’s Memorial.

Imagination Morning @ 10AM Sat. Sept. 10 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

On Sat. Sept 10 2022 @ 10AM, join the Savannah Cultural Arts Center for a reading of “Mikey’s Marvelous Mummy Wraps,” with author Tony Dye!

A young mummy discovers that when he dares to see things differently, his life changes forever! Author Tony Dye will read his story of surprise and adventure, followed by mummy movement and a colorful art activity with one of our teaching artists!

Imagination Mornings are engaging mornings of crafts, stories, and movement that take place inside the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! They are geared toward children up to 7 years old.

Space is limited, register as a family unit to reserve your spot. $5/per family. A parent/guardian must be present with their children at all times.

Please register online here by noon the Friday before the event on Sat. Sept. 10, at 10AM.

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Trunk or treat, dog costume contest, mask-decorating contests @ Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah

Monsters of all ages are invited to Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah on Sat. Oct. 29 2022, 11AM-6PM for Marsh Monster Masquerade, featuring a spooky mask decorating contest for children and adults, children’s pumpkin decorating, a dog costume contest, fair-style games, prizes, and more.

Trunk-or-treat from 4-6PM will cap off the evening. Don your costume and bring the whole family to enjoy the marsh views, plenty of Halloween candy, and a haunting good time in the park!

Admission: $5 per vehicle.

Schedule:

11AM Open
1PM Dog Costume Contest
2PM Spooky Mask Decorating Contest (children)
3PM Spooky Mask Decorating Contest (adults)
4-6PM Trunk or Treat
6PM Close.

If you would like to sign up to give out candy for the Trunk-or-Treat, please call the visitor center at 912-598-2300.

Food truck vendors are invited to apply for the day. If interested, please email skidaway.park@dnr.ga.gov or call the visitor center at 912-598-2300 for a registration form.

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Sunrise Rotary Club’s Trick or Trot 5K/10K is Sat. Oct. 22 @ Islands YMCA

Get your ready for Sunrise Rotary Club’s Trick or Trot 5K/10K.

This event raises funds for local charities and the Georgia Rotary Scholarship Program.

Sat. Oct. 22 2022 at 8AM at the Islands YMCA – 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd. – Whitemarsh Island.

Costumes are welcome.

Register online here.

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Popular Annual Junior League of Savannah Thrift Sale returns Sat. Nov. 5 in new location

The Junior League of Savannah (JLS) will host its highly anticipated annual Thrift Sale in Savannah on Sat. Nov. 5 2022, in a brand-new location. The Thrift Sale will take place at the 40 Volume Salon warehouse, in the 800 block of E. 70th St. in Savannah.

The Thrift Sale has been a fundraiser for the Junior League of Savannah since 1947. The money raised will support programming with their 2022-2023 community partner, Park Place Outreach; annual community assistance grants and high school senior scholarships; done-in-a-day projects; and leadership training for members.

Thrift Sale Day
Sat. Nov. 5 2022, 9AM-4PM

Shop the best deals on new and gently used children’s clothing, toys, furniture, housewares, boutique items, holiday decor and so much more.

Tickets for Thrift Sale are $5 and can be purchased in advance online at jrleaguesav.org/thrift-sale or at the door. Starting at 2PM, free admission and special deals will be offered.

Free parking will be available near the event. The Chatham Area Transit (CAT) also provides transportation to 40 Volume Salon with a bus stop conveniently located on E. Derenne and Frederick St. For route information and schedules, visit the CAT website at catchacat.org.

For more information about the Junior League of Savannah’s Thrift Sale, visit jrleaguesav.org/thrift-sale.

Kitchen & Bathroom Cleaning Package with Sparkling Queens

It is only $139 to have Sparkling Queens Cleaning deep clean your kitchen which includes:

• wiping down cabinet exteriors
• cleaning exterior of appliances (interior can be added)
• cleaning and sanitizing your sink
• wiping windowsills and blinds
• sanitizing toilets
• cleaning tub/shower
• Sweeping/vacuuming and mopping with a traditional mop and bucket!

You can add an additional full bathroom to this package for $50 or a half bath for $25!

Sparkling Queens Cleaning is a family-owned house-cleaning business based in Richmond Hill and services Richmond Hill, Savannah, Pooler, Hinesville, Fort Stewart and surrounding areas.

 Book a cleaning or call 912.417.9677

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