Savannah Baby Company opens its doors on October 15, 2011 in the midtown Medical Arts neighborhood!

The store carries lines of furniture, baby gear (such as strollers) and gifts for the style-conscious parent.

The store stocks brands familiar to many with an ear (and eye) toward style: Dwell Studio, Dutailier, Baby Jogger, Barefoot Dreams, Stephen Joseph, Zutano, Trumpette, Urban Smalls, Brito, Cybex, Dekor, Ergo Baby, Peg-Perego, Mamaroo, Origami, Earth Mama Angel Baby, KidCo, Eco-Kids, Manhattan Toy, Bambino Mio, Pbnj Baby, iPlay, MD Moms, Goody Goody, ALEX Toys, Zebi Baby, Sassafras, Reisenthel, Life Factory, blabla, Baby KTan, zoe b Organic, Dabbawalla Bags, Yala, Itzy Ritzy and more.

In addition to making a difference in how a home and nursery look, purchases from Savannah Baby Company make another, deeper difference. The company donates five percent of sales to CURE Childhood Cancer.

ABOUT SAVANNAH BABY COMPANY: Savannah Baby Company is a Savannah-based, locally-owned boutique stocking furniture, gear and gifts for the modern baby. The store is located at 5301 Paulsen in the Medical Arts neighborhood. Hours will be Monday-Friday, 10-6. Saturday 10-3. For more information, call 912-480-0212. Savannah Baby Company is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

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.

If your child has lots of ear infections, chances are your pediatrician has mentioned ear tubes as a possible solution.

You can find out all about ear tubes surgery Friday via a live surgery on Twitter.

More than 80 percent of children will have an ear infection before the age of 3.

If children are having recurrent ear infections or have fluid behind the ear drum that won’t go away, a doctor may recommend ear tubes.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta performs thousands of ear tube procedures each year. With a surgical team dedicated to treating pediatric patients, Children’s specializes in kids. From the size of the equipment to the anesthesia (sleep medicine) to the pediatric-trained staff, Children’s is tailored to meet the specific needs of children.

Follow an ear tube surgery via the Children’s Twitter account, @ChildrensATL, Friday, Sept. 30 beginning at 7:30 a.m. and see the experiences – from anesthesia to recovery – a 1-year-old and her mom have during the procedure. For more information about ear tubes, visit www.choa.org/eartubes .

Integrative Therapies for Breast Cancer
10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, October 8,

You’re invited to breakfast, speakers, and music by violinist Jadde Nolty from the Savannah Philharmonic orchestra. Learn about and sample some of the integrative therapies at the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center, including chair yoga, acupuncture, massage, reflexology, and guided meditation. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Wendy Partain at 912-350-5903.

We’ve been searching for a good Days of the Week song to help my kids nail them. A big thank you to Ms. Amy of Ms Amy’s School of Music in Savannah for introducing us to The Obies (No, not the NYC theater awards): a one-man band of sorts who performs lots of educational songs (including a catchy Days of the Week song) that are certain to help kids learn.

Check out The Obies’ kid-friendly, school-appropriate music videos with subtitled lyrics on YouTube’s The Singing Schoolhouse by clicking here.  The songs help kids learn all the basics and then some. Songs include:
Days of the Week song
The Pledge of Allegiance Song
The Star-Spangled Banner
Music Lessons-Rhythm & Notes
Landforms Educational Songs by The Obies
Letters, words and sentences
Multiplication Song by 4’s
The Statue of Liberty Song

Much more here.

We can’t say enough about the parent-and-me classes Ms. Amy’s School of Music. We just started our second session and love it! Classes are offered Wednesday & Saturday mornings. You can start your session any time, even this upcoming Saturday or next Wed. Oct. 5. Details here.

Connect with Ms. Amy’s School of Music on Facebook here. For more info, visit www.msamyschoolofmusic.com, email msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com , 912.659.0993, 1 ½ blocks from Daffin Park at 2421 Waters Ave. Ms. Amy’s School of Music is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Time to cash in on all that outgrown kids stuff cluttering your home and clean out your closets.

The Little Lambs Fall Children’s Consignment Sale is set for Oct. 14-Oct. 15 2011 at First Presbyterian Church, (pictured here) 520 Washington Avenue in Ardsley Park, Savannah. For information about consigning your children’s gently-used items, call 351-0609

Little Lambs Fall Children’s Consignment Sale
Friday, October 14 9am -2pm
Saturday, October 15  9am – noon
(many items 50% off on Saturday)

For the first time in Sea Pines history, a community garage sale has been organized to benefit the Sea Pines Forest Preserve Foundation.

Linda Dawson, former appraiser for Antiques Roadshow will be present from 10 a.m. to noon doing verbal appraisals for a small donation to the Forest Preserve Foundation.

Boy Scout Troop #245 will be selling a limited breakfast fare, coffee, juice, soft drinks and water with the proceeds going to an Eagle Scout project to benefit Sea Pines and the Forest Preserve Foundation.

The community garage sale is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 15 with a rain date of Oct. 22. The sale will begin at 9 a.m.

Wilmington Island Presbyterian Church Annual Fall Festival
Saturday, October 15th from 11:00 to 2:00
Games, Inflatables, Food, Face Painting, Prizes, Pony Rides
Everything is free of charge
For more info, call church office: 897-1840

The annual Polar Bear Plunge will offer the opportunity to jump into the Atlantic Ocean for a brisk and refreshing way to start the New Year. On Sunday, January 1 at noon, don your favorite costume and gather at the pier on the island’s south end for an invigorating dip.

Tybee for the Holidays is an annual series of events jointly sponsored by the City of Tybee Island, Tybee Island Better Hometown Program, and the Tybee Island Tourism Council. The events attract visitors from across the Southeast and around the country. For more information about Tybee for the Holidays and for a complete schedule of events, please visit www.tybeefortheholidays.com .

This popular annual event features an invigorating New Year’s Day dip in the Atlantic Ocean off Tybee Island, Ga. This year, attendees will attempt to set a new Guinness World Record™ for the “Largest Gathering of People Wearing Swim Caps.” Participants are invited to wear crazy costumes or funny hats as they jump into the waves. All event proceeds benefit the restoration of the Tybee Post Theater on Tybee Island. Participants will receive a 2012 Polar Plunge t-shirt and swim cap with registration. Event sponsors include WRHQ, WJCL/FOX 28, Savannah Morning News, Southern Eagle Distributing, Tybee Island Tourism Council and Kool Coatings..
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Polar Plunge at noon
Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion
Tybrisa St. and Strand Ave.
Tybee Island, Georgia
Visit www.tybeepolarplunge.com or call 912-667-8702
Registration table open at the base of the pier from 9 a.m. to 11:45 am on New Year’s Day COST:$25 per person

New Year’s Eve Fireworks on Saturday, December 31 to ring in 2012 at the stroke of midnight. Enjoy the fireworks display from the pier, the beach or wherever you choose. This year, the Tybee Island Tourism Council will offer a free on-island New Year’s Eve shuttle to help revelers ring in the new year safely.

Tybee for the Holidays is an annual series of events jointly sponsored by the City of Tybee Island, Tybee Island Better Hometown Program, and the Tybee Island Tourism Council. The events attract visitors from across the Southeast and around the country. For more information about Tybee for the Holidays and for a complete schedule of events, please visit www.tybeefortheholidays.com .

The popular Tybee Floating Christmas Parade, which features boats, skiffs and yachts decorated in their holiday finery, departs from the dock at the Crab Shack on Saturday, December 10 at 7:15 p.m. Don’t miss all the fun!

Tybee for the Holidays is an annual series of events jointly sponsored by the City of Tybee Island, Tybee Island Better Hometown Program, and the Tybee Island Tourism Council. The events attract visitors from across the Southeast and around the country. For more information about Tybee for the Holidays and for a complete schedule of events, please visit www.tybeefortheholidays.com .

For kid-friendly holiday activities happening in Savannah & the Lowcountry, visit the SouthernMamas.com Holiday Guide here.

The Tybee Island Christmas Parade kicks off Saturday, December 3 at 1 p.m., running from the 14th Street parking lot to the YMCA on 5th Street. Get into the holiday spirit at this old-fashioned Christmas parade filled with the spirit of the season.

For more kid-friendly holiday activities happening in Savannah & the Lowcountry, visit the SouthernMamas.com Holiday Guide here.

Izo the Snowman Will Make a Special Appearance at the Tybee Island Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 3. Come out and take your picture with Izo the traveling snowman at the Tybee Gym located at the Tybee Island YMCA at 5th Street. Izo will ride on The Crab Shack’s float in the Tybee Island Christmas Parade. Visitors are encouraged to take pictures with Izo following the parade at the Tybee Gym and to post photos to his photo album on Facebook and Twitter.

Izo, a snowman who has traveled to Georgia in search of a more temperate climate and authentic holiday experiences. Izo is visiting holiday events, festivals and destinations across the state through January 8, 2012. Izo is sharing his experiences via www.facebook.com/exploregeorgia  and www.twitter.com/exploregeorgia .

“Izo Explores Georgia” is an opportunity for the state’s tourism office to promote Georgia holiday special offers, festivals and events via the state’s social media channels and www.ExploreGeorgia.org. The campaign encourages visitors and locals to “follow” Izo as he travels across Georgia.

The Tybee Island Christmas Parade kicks off on Saturday, December 3 at 1 p.m.

The Tybee Island Christmas Parade begins at the 14th Street Parking Lot and travels up Tybrisa, runs along Butler Avenue and ends at the YMCA on 5th Street. Izo will be available for photos following the parade at the Tybee Gym located at the Tybee Island YMCA at 204 5th Street.

Tybee for the Holidays is an annual series of events jointly sponsored by the City of Tybee Island, Tybee Island Better Hometown Program, and the Tybee Island Tourism Council. The events attract visitors from across the Southeast and around the country. For more information about Tybee for the Holidays and for a complete schedule of events, please visit www.tybeefortheholidays.com.

The Lights On for Tybee Celebration begins on Friday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m., when Mayor Jason Buelterman lights the Christmas tree at the Tybrisa/Strand Roundabout on the east end of the street.

The evening will include variety of entertainment, extended store hours and special offers and complimentary refreshments at locations throughout downtown Tybee Island. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will also make a special appearance at this much-loved event.

Tybee for the Holidays is an annual series of events jointly sponsored by the City of Tybee Island, Tybee Island Better Hometown Program, and the Tybee Island Tourism Council. The events attract visitors from across the Southeast and around the country. For more information about Tybee for the Holidays and for a complete schedule of events, please visit www.tybeefortheholidays.com.

St. John’s Church Holly Days Bazaar is one of the city’s oldest church bazaars. The funds raised by the bazaar are used to support the outreach and mission goals of the St. John’s Episcopal Churchwomen.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, November 9 and Thursday, November 10
Both Days:
10:00am – 2:00pm
Tours of the Church Sanctuary
Garden Shop, Nun’s Nook Religious Gifts, Jams and Jellies, Jewelry and Frozen Foods in the Garden Mall
11:00am – 2:00pm
Luncheon served in the Green-Meldrim House
Luncheon Takeouts on Madison Square (Fax orders can be sent to 232-5559)
Silent Auction open for bids upstairs in the Green Meldrim House
Candlelight Dinner tickets for sale in the Garden Mall
Noon
Organ Recital in the Church
Thursday only
10:00am – 2:00pm
White Elephant, Book Sale and Treasure Room
Located on both floors of Cranmer Hall on Charlton Street
Silent Auction bidding and Candlelight Dinner Ticket purchasing ends promptly at 2:00pm on Thursday.

Enroll Now for October classes at  Mommy & Me Play and Fitness in Richmond Hill.  Classes begin on Oct. 3. If you would like your child to enroll in classes, please visit Mommy & Me Play and Fitness website by clicking here for the October schedule (slight changes) and to enroll online.

If you have classes that you will make up in October and you intend to enroll in an October class, email owner Charlene Ford so that she can invoice you the proper fee. (email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com)

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness.

2552 US Highway 17, Richmond Hill
912.756.2828
Any new student who mentions you read about Mommy & Me on SouthernMamas.com will have the Lifetime Membership Fee waived!
Military & Multi Child/Class Discounts
www.mommyandmeplayandfitness.com
email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com

Like Mommy & Me Play and Fitness on Facebook here.

Story Time w/ Make and Take every 1st Thursday @ 1 PM
COST: FREE!
Reservations Required. Call 756.2828

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness in Richmond Hill offers Classes; Birthday Parties; Mommy’s Morning Out & More!

Hours: Mon: 9 am-2 pm
Tues – Thurs: 9 am -2 pm & 5-6:30 pm
Fri: 9 am – 2 pm
Sat: 9 am – 12 pm

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness, www.mommyandmeplayandfitness.com, 2552 US Hwy17, Richmond Hill, 31324, 912.756.2828, email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com Mommy & Me Play and Fitness is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Enroll Now for October classes at  Mommy & Me Play and Fitness in Richmond Hill.  Classes begin on Oct. 3. If you would like your child to enroll in classes, please visit Mommy & Me Play and Fitness website by clicking here for the October schedule (slight changes) and to enroll online.

If you have classes that you will make up in October and you intend to enroll in an October class, email owner Charlene Ford so that she can invoice you the proper fee. (email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com) Two of the September classes were full and most likely will fill again, so make sure to get in early to ensure the class time that works best for your child.

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness.

2552 US Highway 17, Richmond Hill
912.756.2828
Any new student who mentions you read about Mommy & Me on SouthernMamas.com will have the Lifetime Membership Fee waived!
Military & Multi Child/Class Discounts
www.mommyandmeplayandfitness.com
email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com

Like Mommy & Me Play and Fitness on Facebook here.

Story Time w/ Make and Take every 1st Thursday @ 1 PM
COST: FREE!
Reservations Required. Call 756.2828

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness in Richmond Hill offers Classes; Birthday Parties; Mommy’s Morning Out & More!

Hours: Mon: 9 am-2 pm
Tues – Thurs: 9 am -2 pm & 5-6:30 pm
Fri: 9 am – 2 pm
Sat: 9 am – 12 pm

Mommy & Me Play and Fitness, www.mommyandmeplayandfitness.com, 2552 US Hwy17, Richmond Hill, 31324, 912.756.2828, email: mommyandmeplayandfitness@live.com Mommy & Me Play and Fitness is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Get into the Halloween spirit at Spooktacular at the Jacksonville Zoo
October 20-23, 2011 & October 27-31, 2011
Come to Jacksonville Zoo for the spooktacular Halloween celebration – safe for children. Pirates cove, Pumpkin Patch, Enchanted Forest and much more. 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Zoo closes at 10 pm.
For kids of all ages
• Pumpkin Patch
• The Fairgrounds with bounce houses and a giant inflatable slide
• Dia de los Muertos celebration in Range of the Jaguar
• The Enchanted Forest
• Wonderland Trail
• Pirates Cove
• DJ’s spinning kid-friendly Halloween music
• Special Spooktacular food menus in each of the Zoo’s two restaurants
• Hundreds of jack o’lanterns
• Select animal exhibits
• Candy stations throughout the Zoo
• Back by popular demand: Scare Zones! The Tomb, Ghostly Garden and The Forest of No Return (not recommended for children under 10)
Follow the Jacksonville Zoo on Facebook here to find out how to win free tickets to Spooktacular
Members – $8, Non-Members – $10

More info here.

Get into the Halloween spirit at Spooktacular at the Jacksonville Zoo
October 20-23, 2011 & October 27-31, 2011
Come to Jacksonville Zoo for the spooktacular Halloween celebration – safe for children. Pirates cove, Pumpkin Patch, Enchanted Forest and much more. 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Zoo closes at 10 pm.
For kids of all ages
• Pumpkin Patch
• The Fairgrounds with bounce houses and a giant inflatable slide
• Dia de los Muertos celebration in Range of the Jaguar
• The Enchanted Forest
• Wonderland Trail
• Pirates Cove
• DJ’s spinning kid-friendly Halloween music
• Special Spooktacular food menus in each of the Zoo’s two restaurants
• Hundreds of jack o’lanterns
• Select animal exhibits
• Candy stations throughout the Zoo
• Back by popular demand: Scare Zones! The Tomb, Ghostly Garden and The Forest of No Return (not recommended for children under 10)
Follow the Jacksonville Zoo on Facebook here to find out how to win free tickets to Spooktacular
Members – $8, Non-Members – $10

More info here.

Kids can get cash, prevent cavities & support our troops at Simply Children’s Dentistry’s Candy Buy-Back Program in Savannah.

In an effort to promote healthy teeth and raise a cavity-free generation, Dr. Kamiti Harden at Simply Children’s Dentistry holds this Halloween candy buy-back program each year.

Staff will weigh the candy & pay your child $1 per pound of candy. In addition, each child will receive a new toothbrush. All the candy will be mailed overseas to the troops.

The candy buy-back will be 9 AM-2 PM Sat. Nov. 12 (giving kids plenty of time to enjoy some of their candy without going overboard) at Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah GA 31405. For more info, call: (912) 353-9993. Open to all kids up to age 16.

Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah 31405; www.simplychildrens.com , email: businessassistant@simplychildrens.com , (912) 353-9993. Simply Children’s Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Tybee Island’s Lewis Avenue – a popular Halloween destination known as Trick-or-Treat Street – will have Halloween on Sat. Oct. 29 2011 because the traditional date of Oct. 31 falls on a Monday this year.

Residents of Lewis Avenue asked the Tybee City Council for the change and it was granted. The street attracts more than 2,000 people every October.

Residents decorate their yards with Halloween decor and the city buys at least $1,000 worth of candy to make sure homeowners don’t run out.

Parents of teething babies rejoice!

Hyland’s Teething Tablets are now available again at Brighter Day Natural Foods Market in Savannah. This homeopathic combination of natural substances has been a mainstay for kids going through teething pain, irritability, slight fevers, etc.

Think peaceful nights & pain-free days.

The small 1 grain tablets melt instantly on the tongue, are gentle on even the youngest baby’s system, quick and effective on cutting pain. No side effects, just restful nights and pain-free days. Mothers have trusted Hyland’s for over 85 years to relieve teething pain naturally. Check out Hyland’s Website which includes FAQ & instructions on using the tablets. Be sure to ask your doctor before giving the tablets to your child.

The reason Brighter Day hasn’t has the popular teething tablets is because Hyland’s has been out of stock for
over six months.

Brighter Day Natural Foods Market, 1102 Bull St. Savannah, 31401,. 912.236.4703, email: brighterdayfoods@comcast.net , www.brighterdayfoods.com , Open 7 days a week. Brighter Day is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Petite Feet – Savannah’s children’s shoe and accessories boutique – now has UGG  boots in stock for toddlers & kids. Just arrived!

Petite Feet, 5521 Abercorn Street, Savannah, 31405, www.petitefeetsavannah.com, Petite Feet is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

The public is invited to a clothing & toy swap @ Habersham YMCA Child Care Center, 4-6 PM Sat. Oct. 1. No money exchanged. If you want to participate, request a ticket for the swap on Saturday. Come early & have the best selection. Everything is FREE for the taking.

Bring your outgrown & out of season clothing & toys to the YMCA Sept. 27-30 in the Child Care Office. Please make sure all clothes are clean & folded.

Habersham Branch YMCA
(912) 354-6223