Looking for a locally owned & operated roofing company that recycles all of their torn off shingles so they can be re-used to pave roads in our area?

Check out JAJ Roofing, serving Savannah & the Lowcountry. JAJ Roofing specializes in installation of new roofs, re-roofing projects as well as repairing leaks. As a local company, they focus on building relationships with their clients by providing excellent customer service, superior workmanship and by utilizing premium materials.

JAJ Roofing recycles all of their torn-off shingles and they are used to pave roads in the community.

JAJ Roofing is factory-certified, licensed and insured and specializes in storm damage. Free estimates are available for leak repairs and complete replacements.

JAJ Roofing, (912) 484-6818, email johnbaumann2488@gmail.com,  www.JAJRoofingGA.com, JAJ Roofing is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Check out the BOYS YOGA offered at Ganesha’s Place in Savannah. The six-week Saturday class is for boys ages 7-11 and starts Aug. 17. Register online at www.ganeshasplace.com or by contacting Kate at 912.665.4199. Enrollment will be limited, so please register early.

Ganesha’s Place will also offer new kids’ yoga, dance & music class. The six-week class starts Aug. 16 and runs until Sept. 20, Fridays 9:30-10:15 AM. Cost: $75. For ages 16 mths to 3 yrs with caregiver.

You’re also invited to bring your kids to the open house at Ganesha’s Place  from 9:30-11:30 AM TODAY Sat Aug. 10. The open house at the Savannah yoga studio will feature new kids’ classes and teachers. Check out the studio & see what Ganesha’s Place has to offer.

Ganesha’s Place offers a variety of yoga classes as well as therapeutic classes including yoga for special needs kids, children with autism & restorative yoga for caretakers.

What we love about Ganesha’s Place is that it’s a spot to explore, heal and have fun. Ganesha’s can be a place for the whole family: you’re not required to be athletic or wear special outfits. Yoga therapy at Ganesha’s regulates and improves the balance between health and wellness without the intimidating images of body contortions and “pretzels”.

Keep up with Ganesha’s Place on Facebook here.

Ganesha’s Place, at the corner of Barnard & 40th St. @ 2323 Barnard St., 912-665-4199, http://ganeshasplace.com/ Ganesha’s Place is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Telfair Museums will host a free Family Day at the Jepson Center as part of its monthly Family Days series, which is free and open to the public.

This month’s theme is “Near East Family Day” and celebrates the art of countries and cultures represented in the “Allure of the Near East” exhibition, which opens at the Jepson Center on August 16. Families will enjoy hands-on activities, storytelling and a performance by TURKU, a popular band described as “Nomads of the Silk Road.”

Family Day is sponsored by the City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, Georgia Power and the AGL Resources Foundation.

TURKU’s high-energy performance will feature musical traditions from Turkey, Persia, Kurdistan, Caucasus and the Balkans, blending authentic historical songs with traditional improvisational techniques.

Families are also invited to attend a Pre-Family Day Workshop, which will take place in the morning and focus on making shadow puppets, marbleizing paper and piecing together a carpet puzzle. Reservations are required. Please call 912.790.8823 to RSVP.

FREE Family Day
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Free Family Day – 1-4 p.m.
Pre-Family Day Workshop – 11 a.m.
TURKU Musical Performance – 3 p.m.

WHERE: Jepson Center
207 W. York Street, on Telfair Square
Savannah 31401

MORE KIDS’ EVENTS @ JEPSON CENTER

TODDLER 3RD THURSDAYS
Thursday, August 15 | 10-11:30 am | Jepson Center
Exploring Near Eastern art and artists.
$5 per child; free to adult members or with museum admission

WCWM? (What Can We Make?) STUDIO
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays | 1-4 pm | Jepson Center
Join the museum as they open the studios for drop-in visits for all ages. Explore your creative side with inspiring activities utilizing recycled materials, found objects, and traditional art supplies. August – Exploring Near Eastern art and artists. Free to members or with museum admission

Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W York Street, Savannah,  31401, www.telfair.org Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

If your child is a LEGO® fan, then you need to check out Snapology, which uses LEGO® to make learning a snap!

Snapology offers educational classes, camps and birthday parties with LEGO® bricks for Boys and Girls ages 3-13 in the greater Savannah area.

Registration is now open for Snapology’s popular Inventor’s Club Robotic Class in Savannah at the Lake Mayer Community Center. Space fills up quickly. Please register your child online at http://www.snapology.com/savannah_calendar.php  This class is for boys and girls ages 8-12 and will meet on Thursdays after school beginning on Sept. 5.

Give your Lego® fan the best birthday party ever!

Snapology offers to birthday parties:

Have Snapology bring the party to you! Snapology’s dedicate party facilitator will bring the Lego® party to you.

More Snapology birthday info here.

Stay connected to Snapology of Savannah by liking them on Facebook here.

Snapology of Savannah, Richmond Hill, 770-883-3024, email Savannah@Snapology.com , http://www.snapology.com/savannahhome.php, Snapology is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Sign up your child for creative after-school pottery Fall classes both on and off the wheel @ Savannah’s Clay Spot. Child/Parent classes also available.

Savannah’s Clay Spot is also a fun, unique spot to host creative children’s birthday parties and events. They’ll have everything set up for you and your guests. Generally, events are planned for a two-hour session. This session includes one hour of fun instruction focused on a theme of your choice. The instruction time is split up over the session to allow time for creating, snacks and socialization. All projects will be finished with a glossy food-safe glaze and fired in Clay Spot’s kilns to make a lasting keepsake from your celebration. See more details here.

For more info, contact Lisa Alvarez Bradley, email lisa@savannahsclayspot.com or call 912-509-4647
Click here to Register for kids and Teen classes On-line

Kids & Teen Classes

Savannah’s Clay Spot, www.savannahsclayspot.com , 1305 Barnard St. Savannah,  31401, tel 912-509-4647 Savannah’s Clay Spot is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance will host an open house on Tuesday, August 13th from 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Savannah.

The studio is located at 7176 Hodgson Memorial (behind Batteries Plus).

This will give anyone interested in Irish dance the best opportunity to see a little bit of class, as well as get all the information they’ll need to get started. The teachers will share information about classes (what to expect in the coming year), Glor gear (what your dancers will need for class and for performances), competitions, performances, tuition, registration, etc.

Stay connected with Glor na Daire Academy of Irish Dance on Facebook here.

For more information about Glor na Daire, please visit: www.glornadaire.com .

You’re invited to take part in the 90-Day Challenge. Learn more at a health discovery workshop with Dr. Ranicki’s Creating Wellness Center.

Attend the workshop
August 20th, 6:30-7 PM
OR
August 22nd, 12:30-1 PM

DISCOVERY WORKSHOP will include:
•Secrets To Losing The Extra Weight In 3 Quick And Easy Steps
•The TRUE CAUSE Of Disease And Illness
•The 3 Causes Of Stress That Are Robbing You Of Life
•How To Harness Live, Nutrient Rich Foods, For Rocket Fuel Energy
•Better Results From Your Workouts, In A Fraction Of The Time!
•3 Hidden Causes of weight gain that are rarely discussed in most weight loss programs

Learn to stay or get on track for your food, fitness & wellness goals.

TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT call 912-376-1506 or email info@RanickiChiropractic.com MORE INFO HERE.

Ranicki Chiropractic Wellness Center, a wellness center at heart located in Pooler & serving greater Savannah, 1147 US Highway 80 West, Pooler, Ga 31322, (912) 376-1506, email: info@RanickiChiropractic.com , www.RanickiChiropractic.com

Free “Your State Parks Day” Saturday, September 28, 2013

Join Georgians in a celebration of our State Parks & Historic Sites with free admission on Saturday, September 28. Sponsored by Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, the statewide event showcases how parks enrich communities and the importance of local volunteerism. Choose from activities ranging from trail maintenance and river cleanups, to guided hikes and golf tournaments.

Put away your wallet and pull out your work gloves. Visitors to Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites will not pay for parking or admission on Saturday, September 28 as part of the statewide “Your State Parks Day.” Sponsored by the Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, with support from REI, the celebration highlights the importance of volunteerism and the many ways that recreation enriches communities. Parking is normally $5 at state parks, and admission ranges from $2.50 to $10 at state historic sites.

The statewide event includes numerous volunteer projects and family-friendly programs. A complete list of events and volunteer projects can be found at GeorgiaStateParks.org/parks-day.

Friends is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Georgia’s state parks and historic sites in many ways. Some members raise funds for specific projects, others lead programs such as bird walks, and some help with maintenance. Many support the organization simply by purchasing annual memberships or making donations.

Free parking and admission during “Your State Parks Day” is available to all Georgia residents and visitors. Participating locations can be found on GeorgiaStateParks.org, and includes Black Rock Mountain, Crooked River, Sweetwater Creek, Dahlonega Gold Museum, Reed Bingham, Etowah Indian Mounds, Indian Springs and dozens of other destinations. Because Stone Mountain, Jekyll Island and Lake Lanier are not operated by the Department of Natural Resources’ State Parks Division, they are not included in the free day. The day-long celebration is also in honor of National Public Lands Day and is a Georgia SHAPE Initiative.
When:
Saturday, September 28, 2013
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
@ more than 60 State Parks & Historic Sites across Georgia including Skidaway Is. State Park, Wormsloe, Fort McAllister and find more here:

More info:
1-800-864-7275
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org
www.FriendsofGaStateParks.org

Did you know that certain items at Tater Bugs in Pooler – Savannah’s only cloth diaper store & more – qualify for the tax-free holiday?

In addition to this, Tater Bugs will be offering an additional 10% on several brands during Georgia’s tax-free weekend, which is this Friday & Sat. Aug. 9 & 10!

For details, visit Tater Bugs’ Facebook page here..

Come see Tater Bugs for all your cloth diaper and natural parenting needs.

They carry: environmentally friendly products for all ages Charlie’s Soap and Rockin’ Green products Cj’s BUTTer Boba and Tula carriers Essential oils Dr Bronners products Gift Certificates Consignment Gift Registry Ju Ju Be and much more!

Tater Bugs takes orders over the phone and will ship anywhere in the US. Call 912-656-7326.

Stay connected to Tater Bugs events & more by liking their Facebook page here.

Tater Bugs also has a play area for kids and an area where mommies can relax & feed their babies anyway they choose.

Tater Bugs cloth diaper boutique, www.taterbugssavannah.com, 912-656-7326, email leslie@taterbugssavannah.com  309 Hwy 80 Pooler, Georgia 31322

When you take kids to tour national parks, you never know how much they are getting out of the visit. Especially for those of us moms who aren’t exactly history experts.

Which is why you need to pick up the Junior Ranger booklets at the visitor centers of national parks you visit. The Junior Ranger program kids engage more during the visits.

Junior Ranger booklets have activities about the national parks for ages 5-12. Junior ranger books are free to any visitor and usually are available at the visitors’ centers. Often, similar programs with more advanced activities are also available for older kids. Just ask at the site’s visitor center.

While doing the activities, children enjoy earning a badge and a certificate.

Nearby national parks/monuments that have Junior Ranger programs include:
*Fort Pulaski National Monument, on U.S. 80 en route to Tybee Island. Info on the Fort Pulaski Junior Program here.
*Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie national monuments, Charleston, S.C. Info on these forts Junior Ranger program here.
*Cumberland Island National Seashore, Ga. More info here.
*Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island. Info on the Fort Frederica National Monument Junior Ranger Program here.
*Ocmulgee National Monument in Macon. Info on Ocmulgee’s National Monument Junior Ranger Program here.

Because of sell-out shows last week, Savannah Children’s Theatre added two performances of the musical 42nd Street, which will be August 9-10 Friday and Saturday at 7pm,

42nd Street has 50 performers and at some points all on stage at once – tap dancing!

This show sold out on opening weekend earlier this month, so these two extra shows were added.

Tickets can be purchased at www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org or by calling 912-238-9015 or at the theatre box office.

The Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Drive, in the Crossroads Shopping Center.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S THEATRE, CLICK HERE.

The Savannah Children’s 2013-2014 Main Stage Musicals will be DISNEY’S TARZAN and SHREK THE MUSICAL!

HWY 21 DRIVE IN, BEAUFORT, S.C.

If you’re summer to-do bucket list includes hauling the kids to an old-fashioned Drive In movie theater, check out Hwy. 21 Drive In in Beaufort, S.C.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND TRIPLE FEATURE
8PM “MONSTERS U” G,” DESPICABLE ME 2″ PG & “MORTAL INSTRUMENT: CITY OF BONES” PG13 DETAILS HERE.

ADMISSION:
ADULTS $7.00,
CHILDREN 5-12 $3.00 (4 & UNDER FREE),
MILITARY W/ID $6.00, SENIORS $6.00 (60 & OVER).
Prices include Sales & Admission Taxes
The Drive In accepts most major credit cards.

For directions or to see what’s playing, click here or follow the Drive In on Facebook here.

Hwy 21 Drive In, 55 Parker Dr, Beaufort, South Carolina 29906, tel (843) 846-4500, Email hwy21drivein@embarqmail.com
http://www.hwy21drivein.com

JESUP DRIVE-IN

There’s also a drive in theatre in Jesup, Ga., which is a farther trek from Savannah than Beaufort.  For info on the Jesup Drive-In schedule, click here
$7. 00 Regular Adult admission
$6.00 Military, Seniors and local law enforcement officers (peace officers) with ID
$3.00 Child admission (4 – 11)
3 and under free, 12 and up as an adult
Vehicle Food Permit $5

Follow the Jesup Drive-In on Facebook here.

Jesup Drive-In, 3686 Savannah Hwy. Jesup, Ga 31545 tel 912-559-2183 (office) or 912-427-7254 movieline, email jesupdrivein@yahoo.com, http://www.jesupdrivein.com

To learn more about Scribble’s art classes & summer camps for kids in Pooler & Savannah, click here or call 912-713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com  .

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties. For gifts, Scribble as art kits & gift certificates . For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at (912) 713-7376 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com  . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Calling all Princesses and Pirates! You are most cordially invited to attend the Happily Ever After Ball on Sunday, Aug 25 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Brockington Hall, 213 East Hall Street.

The Happily Ever After Ball is a charity children’s costume party! 100% of proceeds from the event go to The Next Generation benefitting The Children’s Hospital of Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Come dressed for the occasion as a royal good time will be had by all!

Children will be able to meet their favorite princess or pirate, sword fight with Captain Jack, get dolled up at Rapunzel’s Hair Palace, capture your Tinkerbell Adventure with Christine Hall and go under the sea with The Little Mermaid.

Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased online at HAPPILYEVERAFTERBALL.EVENTBRITE.COM and at local retailers Blue Belle, Rob’s at Drayton Tower or J. Paige. Each magical ticket admits one adult or one child. Hurry to get yours because there are a limited number of tickets for sale and this event will sell out!

For more info, click here.  For event details, click here.
HAPPILYEVERAFTERBALL.EVENTBRITE.COM – www.happilyeverafterball.eventbrite.com

Coastal Parents of Multiples is group for parents of multiples in Savannah!

The group provides information, connection, advice & support.

For more information, visit the Coastal Parents of Multiples Web site by clicking here. Email: cpom.sav@gmail.com

Are you visiting the Savannah and stuck for childcare for a night out ?

Do you live in the area and have a hard time finding a great babysitter you can trust ?

Don’t leave yourself stuck. Visit www.GuardianAngelsSittingService.com  today to reserve your babysitter. Guardian Angels are licensed, bonded and insured and screen all sitters.

Visit Guardian Angels Sitting Service website by clicking here to reserve your sitter today !

“Like” Guardian Angels Sitting Service on Facebook here. Learn more about how Guardian Angel Sitting Services works on YouTube here.

Guardian Angels Sitting Service, serving Savannah, Hilton Head Is., Bluffton & beyond, www.guardianangelssittingservice.com/, Toll Free Phone/Fax: 877-470-4277, Local: 843-681-4277, email SCinfo@guardianangelssittingservice.com Guardian Angels Sitting Service is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Book a Birth Session and receive a free maternity session (valued at $275) with the Art of Birth by Dusti Lynn Photography, Savannah.

Subject to availability as only two birth sessions per month are accepted. To book a birth session, you must pay a $200 non-refundable deposit with the remaining balance due 4 weeks before your estimated due date.

Dusti offers a personalized gift registry link so that friends and family can purchase gift certificates to be applied to your birth session. Deposit for the birth session must be paid in the month of August to qualify to receive the free maternity session!

For FAQs regarding the birth sessions, please check out this link: http://www.dustilynnphotography.com/birth-session-faqs/

To check out Dusti’s style of capturing birth sessions, check out this photo slideshow of her work – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYQCBIXx3SY

Contact Dusti to check book your birth session consultation – 912-661-4641 or dusti@theARTofbirth.com , www.theARTofbirth.com

The Art of Birth by Dusti Lynn Photography, www.theARTofbirth.com, On Facebook here,  912-661-4641,  dusti@theARTofbirth.com The Art of Birth by Dusti Lynn Photography is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Georgia

Georgia’s two-day sales-tax free weekend begins Friday morning, Aug. 9, and ends at close of business Saturday, Aug. 10. More information concerning the 2013 sales tax holiday and tax exempt items can be found under the Sales Tax tab on the state department of revenue website at https://etax.dor.ga.gov/hottopics.aspx.

2013 brings Tybee Island’s 3rd Annual Surfers for Autism event.

Salt2Sand Surf Co. is looking to host the 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament and Fundraiser for the Surfers for Autism Organization.

On August 11th, 2013, North Beach Grill is assisting in hosting this fundraiser. Registration for the tournament will be promptly at 12:30 PM. The Cornhole Tournament will begin at 1 PM on August 11, 2013 and local favorites Domino Effect, Kota Mundi and The Trains Wrecks will jam all afternoon until 5 PM.

In addition to the Cornhole Tournament, tons of items will be included in the silent auction, ranging from custom art work to hand crafted clothing and jewelry.

This event and tournament is designed to raise money for the Surfers For Autism Organization. This is a fundraiser and 100% of the proceeds raised by Salt2Sand Surf Co. will go directly to the Surfers for Autism Organization. Cornhole teams will be two-person teams. Buy-in for the event is $50 per team. Winners will win a “STAYCATION” for 3 nights on Tybee Island.

This is a family friendly event and the public is welcome. Surfers For Autism brings so much to the community every September with their annual event by the pier that Salt2Sand Surf Co. wanted a chance to give back to their organization! This year’s event will be held on September 7, 2013. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun, music, sun and fundraising.

RSVP to the event thru Salt2Sand Surf Co on Facebook. http://salt2sand.com/blog/27/

Check out the new kids’ yoga, dance & music class offered at Ganesha’s Place in Savannah.

The six-week class starts Aug. 16 and runs until Sept. 20, Fridays 9:30-10:15 AM. Cost: $75. For ages 16 mths to 3 yrs with caregiver.

Contact Kate at kate@ganeshasplace.com for more information.

You’re also invited to bring your kids to the open house at Ganesha’s Place  from 9:30-11:30 AM Aug. 10. The open house at the Savannah yoga studio will feature new kids’ classes and teachers. Check out the studio & see what Ganesha’s Place has to offer.

Ganesha’s Place offers a variety of yoga classes as well as therapeutic classes including yoga for special needs kids, children with autism & restorative yoga for caretakers.

What we love about Ganesha’s Place is that it’s a spot to explore, heal and have fun. Ganesha’s can be a place for the whole family: you’re not required to be athletic or wear special outfits. Yoga therapy at Ganesha’s regulates and improves the balance between health and wellness without the intimidating images of body contortions and “pretzels”.

Keep up with Ganesha’s Place on Facebook here.

Ganesha’s Place, at the corner of Barnard & 40th St. @ 2323 Barnard St., 912-665-4199, http://ganeshasplace.com/ Ganesha’s Place is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser