The Savannah Sand Gnats’ Opening Night at Historic Grayson Statium at 7 PM Thurs. April 8 2010 will include FREE face-painting and balloons for kids as they walk in.

Children’s entertainers will provide the fun. Opening Night game is against the West Virginia Power and includes fireworks after the game.

Fans can purchase tickets in three ways: 1) online by clicking here. 2) by phone at (912) 351-9150; or 3) in-person at Historic Grayson Stadium

Make A Joyful Noise early childhood music classes offers opportunities for families who want to try something new and prefer a shorter time commitment : 6 Saturday sessions April 17 – May 22

9:00 – 9:45 Cycles (3 1/2 – 5 year olds) $131* (parents attend)
9:45 – 10:20 Dance With Me: 18m – 3 1/2 yr olds $107* (parents attend)
10:30 – 11:30 Meadow: 4 1/2 – 6 1/2 year olds $157* parents join the last 10 minutes
11:30 – 12:30 Intro to Keyboard: 6 – 8 year olds $140* parents join the last 10 minutes
*All prices include home materials

Summer camps for Rising 2nd – 8th graders include: Multiple Exposure: Guitar/Piano/Percussion/Computer Music – Can’t decide which instrument to learn? Experience them all!
Summer Sounds: Start your summer singing (and drumming and moving!) in this choral camp.
Sounds of Praise Day Camp Event, June 5 where the day concludes with performing at a local nursing home.
Family Camp: a musical experience for the entire family! Sing, drum, create, folk-dance and more!
Family Music: another music opportunity on Saturdays in June & July.
There is an Around the World camp for 4 – 6 year olds, and an 8-day introductory Music Makers: at the Keyboard class for the older beginner (3rd – 5th grade). 2nd graders and up can explore keyboard and more during Piano Possibilities. There is something for everyone, so join the fun!

Complete descriptions and registration forms can be found online here
Call Vicki at 920-6542 for more information.

All American Pressure Cleaning has proudly been serving the Lowcountry for over 10 years and this week is offering to a Free “Day at the Spa” for your home to one lucky SouthernMamas reader.

Win a complete exterior house wash (valued at $300) which includes the removal of all mold, mildew and other surface pollutants utilizing All American’s exclusive low-pressure, soft-wash process and Mildew Preventative Treatment.

All American Pressure Cleaning is extending a 10 percent discount to all SouthernMamas readers as well as a free sidewalk cleaning for all House Washes scheduled before May 15.

All American Pressure Cleaning has taken pressure washing to the next level, having spent over a decade developing and refining a proprietary soft wash system of exterior cleaning which incorporates custom engineered equipment, eco-friendly cleaners and a highly trained staff providing the most effective and affordable way to bring back the beauty of your property’s exterior. 

Mike Vidan, “The Dean of Clean”, All American Pressure Cleaning, 912-308-8544. For lawn care services, All American Property Maintenance

Lowcountry photographer Cecillia Berger  is offering an ideal April special: a $200 discount off the purchase of a high resolution CD of your full session that includes two file folders, websized for sharing and high res files for printing. Includes all images from your gallery and copyright release. Print to your heart’s content.

Primarily a natural light photographer, Cecillia specializes in custom lifestyle portraiture. She loves capturing , energy, emotion, family connections and children’s true natures in her photographs.

Become a fan of Cecillia B Photography on Facebook to find out about new products and special offers. Just click here. Don’t forget to become a fan because Cecillia B will beannouncing a give away next week and you don’t want to miss it.

To see more examples of her work beyond those posted here, visit the Cecillia B Photography Web site and her blog.

Cecillia B Photography, 843.263.5971 or email CecilliaBPhotography@gmail.com

Emily Sontag wins the March Petite Feet giveaway!! Congratulations. Emily wins her choice of a pair of Tsukihoshi children’s or babies shoe that is stock at Petite Feet.

Petite Feet is Savannah’s newest shoe store for children. Petite Feet’s location at  5521 Abercorn next to Fresh Market and across from Publix has easy  in-and-out parking. Shopping at Petite Feet  is a relaxed and enjoyable experience, thanks largely to the fact that it’s a child-friendly store with a comfortable atmosphere.  Puzzles, TV, children’s book and toys keep the tots busy while you shop.

Petite Feet’s knowledgeable personal service ensures that each child is fitted correctly. And you don’ t have to fight for parking spot. 

But best of all are the popular brands Petite Feet carries – all the ones you’ve been searching for, but have a tough time finding in our area.

Visit their website at www.petitefeetsavannah.com for more brands and information

SouthernMamas reader Beth Nichols Watt wins a free session of Savannah Celtic’s  Early Goals Spring soccer program, which caters to players ages 3-4.

The toddler soccer session runs the week of April 12 through the week of May 17 . Registration costs $50 and includes a 6 week program, practice t-shirt, end of the season finale with a medal and certificate.

Sessions will be held at the Salvation Army fields on the corner of Washington and Bee Rd. (3000 Bee Rd). The Wilmington Island session will be held at Brooks field on Concord Rd. All practices are approx. 30-40 minutes.

Savannah Celtic already offers programs for older children. But also has a this fun, action-packed toddler program for players ages 3-4. There are no games. Instead, coaches work on simple motor skills and ball familiarity.

Enter to win even if you already registered your child. If you win,  Savannah Celtic will give you a refund and your tot will play for free.

Early Goal players will attend one practice session a week. Chose one of the following sessions:

Monday 3 PM @ Wilmington Island
4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17

Tuesdays 9:30 AM @ Salvation Army
4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

Tuesdays 5:30 PM @ Salvation Army
4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

Thursdays 5:30 PM @ Salvation Army
4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

To register your toddler for Early Goals, contact Michell Laing  laing2110@gmail.com , call 912.495.9996
or click here.