Spring Garden Festival this Saturday March 24 from 9am-4pm at the Bamboo Farm
Vendors, seminars, plant and food sales and more!
Cost: $2.00 fee per person. Children 12 and under free.
Seminars for Saturday:
Vegetable gardening 10:30 am
Preserve your harvest 1pm
Everything Camellias 1pm
Seminars for Saturday:
Open Air Yoga 8:30am, $15.00 (cash or check only) or register online at www.yogacoopsavannah.com
All day events for Saturday:
Ask the Iris Guy (in the Iris Garden)
Bonsai Show (in the Bamboo Museum)
1 912.921.5460

Help MetalPressions.com  hit 5,000 “likes” on their Facebook page here so you can receive a 40% coupon from Metal Pressions, which specializes in exceptionally designed & handcrafted gold and silver jewelry.

After MetalPressions.com hits 5,000 likes, they will let you know in advance on Facebook when the coupon code will be posted. When it is posted, it will be active for 48 hours. The minimum order will be $200 (before discount).

“Like” MetalPressions.com on Facebook here.

MetalPressions.com is almost halfway there & if everyone shares this offer, they will reach 5,000 fans in no time.

MetalPressions.com is the quintessential American small business success story of Savannah Jewelry Designer and Artist, Elisha Argentinis and her husband Andreas.

The two teamed up three years ago to take Elisha’s jewelry designs to the next level and make huge waves in the online personalized jewelry market. Over the past three years while growing the jewelry business, they have developed a revolutionary online jewelry design tool that will change the way people shop for personalized custom jewelry.

MetalPressions.com is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser, www.metalpressions.com

Fun fit way for your kids to spend their Spring Break: Aquatic Camp. Call the Chatham Aquatic Center in Savannah to register for their Spring Break Holiday Camp. Camp is during the week of April 9. 652-6796

Chatham Aquatic Center, 7240 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah 31416  http://aquatic.chathamcounty.org

Savannah Music Festival starts tomorrow March 22 and runs through April 7. The city-wide musical arts event features renowned performers in jazz, classical, Americana and world music.

This year’s festival doesn’t include any family-specific shows, as the festival has in the past (Roger Day!!!!). But there are a few performances that organizers said could be considered appropriate for the whole family including:

-the Rousakis Plaza Swing Central Jazz, Big Band showcase noon Thursday, March 29.  The free open-air showcase will feature the twelve high school big bands participating in Swing Central Jazz. Details here.

-the small combo showcase in Reynolds Square 4-6 PM Friday, March 30.

-CAJUN DANCE PARTY: LOST BAYOU RAMBLERS 6 PM Friday, March 23. Details here

-ZYDECO DANCE PARTY: NATHAN & THE ZYDECO CHA CHAS, 6 PM Friday, March 30. Details here.

The Hello Pops! with Wycliffe Gordon performance at 11 AM on March 27th at the Trustees Theater. is already booked with local school children & not open to the general public. However, home school students are welcome and parents of homeschool children can contact education@savannahmusicfestival.org  or 234.3378 x108 to book seats.

The Savannah Music Festival has hosted several in-theater education concerts for school children in September 2011 and March 2012 in Savannah’s historic downtown and brings music programs to local schools via the SMF’s “Music in Our Schools” series.

You’re invited to the JEA Film Festival Family night, featuring Disney’s The Prince of Egypt. You can skip cooking too! Join the JEA for Dinner at 5 pm & the film begins at 5:45 pm. The cost is $25 per family for the dinner and the movie is FREE! Reserve your spot by March 23rd. For more info go to: http://savannahjea.org/page.aspx?id=250620
This event is open to the public!

Even though your baby is just a newborn, chances are you’re already trying to figure out how to save for his or her college tuition. Then check out Path2College’s 2011 Newborn Sweepstakes.

The Path2College 529 Plan will award one child born in Georgia during 2011 with $5,529 toward his or her college savings. Parents, grandparents or guardians may go to www.Path2College529.com  until April 14, 2012 to enter for a chance to win a prize that will put them on the path toward a college education and a brighter future.

Visit www.Path2College529.com  for official rules and details. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.

Savannah photographer LeeAnn Ritch  is offering a fabulous special just in time to take advantage of our Savannah blooms as an amazing Spring backdrop: A photography session, online proofing and high-resolution CD for $400 plus tax (Regular cost is $575)!

The Savannah family portrait photographer and mother of two specializes in newborn, baby, child, and family photography. LeeAnn is known for shooting warm, candid portraits like these pictured here.

Check out more of her work by clicking here.

Click here to book a session.

Be sure to mention SouthernMamas to take advantage of this Spring deal.

To follow LeeAnn Ritch’s work and stay updated on her specials, be sure to “like” her Facebook page by clicking here.

LeeAnn Ritch Photography, 912.308.9327 or email leeann@leeannritchphotography.com , www.leeannritchphotography.com LeeAnn Ritch Photography is a SouthernMamas.com sponsor

Update: Winners are: Casey O, Elizabeth N., Shylah C. & A. B – who will all be receiving an email & gift card from Southern Charm Chevy Girls! Congratulations!

Four winners this week: Southern Charm Chevy Girls’ giveaway this week is not to be missed.

To celebrate Chevy Truck month this March, your local Chevy dealers are offering terrific truck deals at local dealerships & hosting giveaways each week on Southern Charm Chevy Girls.

To enter to win, visit Southern Charm Chevy Girls on Facebook here, like the page & click on the Chevy Truck Month! tab to enter to win.

Winners will be announced Mon. March 26. Good luck.

Attention parents of children with special needs: Bring the kids to a Talking Easter Egg Hunt in Savannah.

This is a an accessible hunt features eggs that talk, laugh, make nose as kids try to find them. Open the eggs up to see the
cute bunny or baby chick say, “You found me!

The hunt is presented by Living Indepedence for Everyone (LIFE):  10:30-11:30 AM Sat. March 23, 2013 at the LIFE, Inc. Courtyard, 5105 Paulsen Ave., Savannah, 31405.

RSVP by March 19 to let organizers know how many children you are bringing & if you need accommodations such as a sign language interpreter or materials in an alternative format such as Braille.

This hunt is for children ages 5-12 & their families.

The hunt can accommodate up to 25 kids. Please bring your own baskets RSVP to Denise Howard at LIFE, 912-920-2414, email dhoward@lifecil.com  TTY: 912-920-2419

Planning an Easter Party?

Do you have an upcoming event where LIFE’s talking eggs would really make a hit? These eggs assist not only blind and visually impaired children, but are fun for all.

The eggs keep calling until they are found and your child opens the egg.

Just call or email Denise Howard at LIFE to get the scoop about renting these unique fun eggs. Discounts available for large quantity rentals. Tel: 912-920-2414, email dhoward@lifecil.com .

The mission of Living Independence for Everyone (LIFE), Inc. is to level  the playing field for people with disabilities in order to create a world in which EVERYONE can fully participate. Be sure to visit LIFE or become our friend on FaceBook.

FOR MORE LOCAL EASTER EGG HUNTS & KID-FRIENDLY EASTER EVENTS & , CLICK HERE.

Interested in putting your child’s name into the lottery for the 2012-2013 Savannah-Chatham public schools FREE pre-kindergarten program? Here are some important dates:

Applications for the 2012-2013 Pre-Kindergarten Program will be available Monday, February 27, 2012 through Friday, March 23, 2012. The child must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2012. Parents must provide proof of residence and a certified birth certificate when submitting the application. Please note: Contact Coastal Empire Montessori for that school’s application dates as the school has a seperate enrollment process.

Only one application per child may be submitted at a maximum of three sites. If applying at three sites, your first choice must be in your attendance zone. The application with the appropriate documents must be submitted to each school. Submission of more than 3 applications will result in the child being disqualified.

Children will be selected through a lottery drawing which will be held April 3, 2012 at school sites. Parents will receive written notification of acceptance or waiting list status at the end of April.

Parents may go to any of the sites with the program to obtain an application. The Information Desk at 208 Bull Street will also have applications. Click here for local schools that offer the free pre-K program. Learn more about the program here.

On Saturday, March 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oglethorpe Mall will host Spring KidsFest – a seasonal celebration featuring free, family-friendly activities. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their children to the mall for an afternoon of fun, including make-and-take crafts, face painting, music, prizes and more. In addition, a special appearance from the Easter Bunny is scheduled from 11 a.m. until noon.

The event takes place in the JCPenney Court. Activities also include a DJ spinning tunes and hosting games for families with children ages two to 12, Easter- themed crafts, prizes and a chance to have a picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the event site….so don’t forget your camera.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are free. Prizes and crafts are available, while supplies last.

For information, call (912) 354-7038.

Don’t miss the great bargains at the popular Little Lambs Spring Consignment sale March 23 & 24!

Little Lambs Consignment Sale
First Presbyterian Preschool
520 Washington Ave., Savannah, 31405
9 AM-2 PM Fri. March 23
9 AM-Noon Sat. March 24.

“Sounds of Spring” with Music Alive!
The members of MusicAlive! bring stories to life through string and wind instruments playing classical music. Children are also invited to get some hands-on experience in the instrument “petting zoo.” Live Oak Public Libraries presents this special Project 440 program through a partnership with the Curtis Institute of Music and the Savannah Music Festival.
Tuesday, March 20
10:30 a.m. – Bull Street Library
12:30 p.m. – West Broad Library
Wednesday, March 21
10 a.m. – Hinesville Library
12:30 p.m. – Pooler Library
Thursday, March 22
10:30 a.m. – Springfield Library
12:30 p.m. – Thunderbolt Library
4 p.m. – Islands Library
6 p.m. – Southwest Chatham Library
Wednesday, March 21
10 a.m. – Hinesville Library
12:30 p.m. – Pooler Library
Thursday, March 22
10:30 a.m. – Springfield Library
12:30 p.m. – Thunderbolt Library
4 p.m. – Islands Library
6 p.m. – Southwest Chatham Library

Register now for Savananah children’s art classes with Scribble Art Studio and Primary Art Supply!
A fun, unique opportunity to create art at every artist’s dream location! Beginning in March & April, Primary Art Supply & Scribble Art Studio are working together to bring exciting new class options such as Dr. Seuss with Watercolor, Creating Comics, 3D Art & Sewing Made Easy!

For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

 The Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum is offering a new program, “Parents 411”: Interactive Informational Workshops for new parents. “Parents 411” will be held every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at The Sandbox beginning March 27, 2012.

“Parents 411” is a series of 10 workshops designed to meet the needs of parents of young children, child care providers and grandparents. The program includes local experts who will lead interactive sessions designed to provide information, answer questions and address concerns of new parents.

Please call Caroline Rinehart at 843-842-7645 to sign up for the workshop/s.

The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, 18A Pope Ave. (located behind St. Andrew’s By the Sea Methodist Church), Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, Tel: 843-842-7645 Email: crinehart@thesandbox.org

Armstrong Atlantic State University Police Department will have nationally-certified child safety seat check technicians on hand to perform free inspections to ensure that all car seats are installed correctly and safely. This event is open to the public.

Saturday, March 24, 2012
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

@CiCi’s Pizza Parking Lot
7400 Abercorn Street
Savannah, Georgia
CONTACT: Armstrong’s Police Department at 912.344.3333.

 sara jane children’s boutique in Savannah will have a March Madness sale Wednesday & Thursday March 21 & 22 in store only. Everything* in the store will be 25% off! Stop by the boutique after 2pm and you may even witness a little surprise.
(*some exclusions apply. Sale valid in store only March 21st- March 22nd. Not valid on monogramming, special orders, party bookings, and other restrictions may apply.

Discount on photography sessions

 sara jane children’s boutique has teamed up with Daly & Salter Photography to bring you a sweet deal!

From now until the end of May, Daly & Salter Photography is offering a $25 discount on a professional photo shoot when you spend $100 or more at sara jane children’s boutique. This offer cannot be combined with any other promotion. The coupon must be present upon session and expires Aug. 1 2012. Call Daly & Salter at 912.233.7708 or email studio@dalyandsalterphoto.com  to make appointements.

sara jane children’s boutique, 202 East 37th St., Savannah, Ga. 31401, 912-234-5266, email  sarajanekids@comcast.net, http://sarajane.myshopify.com/ Sara Jane Children’s Boutique is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

The program returns March 27. Details here.

The u-pick strawberry field @ Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens will be closed Saturday March 17 and reopen Mon 3/19 at 9 AM.

 Starlight Pottery at 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr. in midtown Savannah will host one of their extremely popular Kids Night Outs, from 6-8 PM Sat. March 31. Kids will make some fun Easter projects. Cost: $25 + Tax. For ages 5 & older.

Call or email Starlight Pottery to reserve your child’s space. Email contactus@starlightpottery.com or call 912.303.9599

“Like” Starlight Pottery on Facebook here to stay updated about art classes & events.

Starlight Pottery, 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah GA. 31406, 912.303.9599, email contactus@starlightpottery.com , http://starlightpottery.com/ , On Facebook here. Starlight Pottery is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Great news: Starlight Pottery at 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr. in midtown Savannah will open St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17 from 2-6 PM!

On Saturday March 31, Starlight Pottery  will host one of their extremely popular Kids Night Outs, from 6-8 PM. Kids will make some fun Easter projects. Cost: $25 + Tax. For ages 5 & older.

Call or email Starlight Pottery to reserve your child’s space. Email contactus@starlightpottery.com or call 912.303.9599

“Like” Starlight Pottery on Facebook here to stay updated about art classes & events.

Starlight Pottery, 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah GA. 31406, 912.303.9599, email contactus@starlightpottery.com , http://starlightpottery.com/ , On Facebook here. Starlight Pottery is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Summer is right around the corner. It’s time to start thinking about fun things for your child to do.
Sign up now for one of of the several Summer Camp sessions at  Starlight Pottery at 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr. in midtown Savannah.

Each week, Starlight Pottery will offer a morning & an afternoon camp
(w/ the same projects for each session)
Morning Session 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Afternoon Session 3:30-5:30 PM

Monday June 4 – Friday June 8
Monday June 11- Friday June 15
Monday June 18- Friday June 22
Monday June 25 – Friday June 29
Monday July 9 – Friday July 13
Monday July 16 – Friday July 20
Monday July 30 – Friday August 3
Monday August 6 – Friday August 10

Camp is $125 + Tax per child
Ages 5 & Up
(Limit 12 children per session)

Children will be painting pottery, painting canvas, making things with clay, and other crafts!
For more information or to sign your child up, call Starlight Pottery today 912.303.9599
or email at contactus@starlightpottery.com

“Like” Starlight Pottery on Facebook here to stay updated about art classes & events.

Starlight Pottery, 7070 Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah GA. 31406, 912.303.9599, email contactus@starlightpottery.com , http://starlightpottery.com/ , On Facebook here. Starlight Pottery is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.