SATURDAY FAMILY FUN at The Art Bash Studio in Savannah

The Art Bash Studio – well known for their open public & private painting parties for adults, ladies’ night out creative events, painting birthday & bridal party bashes – now offers Family Time painting on Saturdays. The Art Bash Studio is at 7704 Waters Ave. (between Eisenhower and Mall Blvd)

For Saturday Family Time, bring your favorite soft drink. Needless to say, alcohol will not be served at Family Time.

NOTE: Children may not be dropped off. Supervision is required by another painter age 16 or older.

Upcoming Family Time themes & times include:

‘The Unicorn,” 1PM July 25 2015

Cost: $30 for 2.5 hrs
For AGES 8 & older.
Door opens at 12:30PM.
Pre-registration required. Sign up by clicking here.

‘Painting a Giraffe for Grins!’ 1PM Aug. 1 2015 
Cost: $30 for 2.5 hrs
For AGES 8 & older.
Door opens at 12:30PM.
Pre-registration required. Sign up by clicking here.

View the Art Bash Studio calendar by clicking here for other classes & events.

The Art Bash Studio, 7704 Waters Ave. (between Eisenhower and Mall Blvd), tel: 912.484.3438, email fun@artbashstudio.com, www.artbashstudio.com The Art Bash Studio is SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

The Storm Soccer Academy programs Sweet Feet Academy and Sweet Feet Krush in Savannah work with participants between the ages of four and seven years old in developing soccer skills in a fun and exciting environment.

Children love participating in these programs because coaches teach on the children’s level and allow them the freedom to explore the activity of soccer at their own speed. This exploration leads to a developing passion for both exercise and soccer – great habits that The Storm Soccer Academy hopes to nurture for a lifetime.

Sweet Feet Academy is the boys program and Sweet Feet Krush is the girls program.

Practice and game play for the Fall 2015 season begin the first week of September with practices on Tuesdays at Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex and games on Fridays at STEM Academy. The program culminates the first week of November.

Registration for the Fall 2015 program is $185.

Please contact Brad Nein at 912-257-3989 or BradNein@StormSoccerAcademy.com for more information.

Register for Sweet Feet Academy or Sweet Feet Krush by clicking here, then click on Register.

The Storm Soccer Academy aims to increase opportunities for players in Savannah, Hilton Head and the surrounding area to train and play at the highest levels. Contact info: 912-257-3989, email BradNein@StormSoccerAcademy.com,
www.stormsocceracademy.com, On Facebook here. The Storm Soccer Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Make and Take Tuesdays Kids’ Cooking Classes

Tuesdays at 4-5pm
Frank Murray Community Center, Whitemarsh Is.

It’s not your average After-School Class.
Bring your kids to make a home-cooked meal to take home and enjoy with the family. It’s a fun, hands-on activity where the kids learn basic cooking skills, family nutrition tips and it all ends with a delicious take-home dinner prepared in-class — all without the planning, shopping, prep or mess at home.

Each meal will feed up to 5-6 people and is prepared in disposable take-home bake and serve containers. You also receive a copy of the recipe with (re)heating instructions.

This class is open to children of all ages. Parents are welcomed to accompany their child in the class, or you can drop them off.

Cost is $45 per family and includes hands-on cooking lesson, family nutrition tips and a delicious take-home meal prepared in-class in take-home bake and serve containers, complete with a copy of the recipe with (re)heating instructions.

Register here.

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Club Member Benefits

Become a Tummy Time Foods Club Member.

Tummy Time Foods in Savannah is excited to offer a new membership program for kids and families.

TTF Membership Club: Open to kids ages 6 and up. When your child is a TTF Club Member, he/she gets to enjoy the very best that the TTF Kitchen has to offer for one low monthly price.

Tiny Tots Membership Club: Open to kids ages 5 and under. When your child is a Tiny Tots Club Member, he/she gets to attend non-stop Tiny Tots events all for one low monthly price.

Additional Membership Benefits:

Unlimited TTF Events

Exclusive discounts

FREE Keepsake Apron

Priority Event Registration

Families can begin to join the TTF Membership Club on August 1st. For more information, click here.

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Kids Can Cook!
Tummy Time Foods provides hands-on cooking and nutrition events for kids of all ages. Tummy Time Foods signature Kids Cooking Parties are the tastiest way to learn and play. In addition to these deliciously amazing events, TTF also provides Birthday Cooking Parties, At-Home Cooking Parties, Cooking Classes, Cooking Camps and Family Nutrition Coaching.

Looking for a creative idea for your child’s birthday? Looking for a creative activity for your kids during winter break? Book your Kids Cooking Party today at www.tummytimefoods.com.

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Weekly Tiny Tots Play Dates
Tuesdays at 10:15-11:15am, Tom Triplett Park (Pooler)
Come to the most creative play date in town. Kids ages 5 & younger enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two seasonal food crafts—one to eat and one to keep. Cost: $10 per child.

Advanced tickets are required and may be purchased individually or in a 4-session bundlehere.

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Play Date and Food Workshops at the Savannah Children’s Museum
Saturday August 15
Savannah Children’s Museum (Whistlestop Café Dining Car)

Enjoy Tummy Time Foods’ signature Tiny Tots Play Dates and NEW Simple Bites Classes this summer at the Savannah Children’s Museum. Participants will enjoy a 10% discount at the Whistlestop Café.

Tiny Tots Play Dates (Ages 5 and under)
11am-12pm, $12 per child ($10 with CHS Membership)
Kids will enjoy singing, making food crafts and more! One parent is required to participate per child.

Simple Bites Classes (Ages 6-12)
1-2pm, $15 per child ($13 with CHS Membership)
Kids will enjoy a fun craft or food experiment with the TTF Chef! They will then make a simple seasonal snack to enjoy.

Advanced registration is required and available here.

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Tummy Time Foods, www.tummytimefoods.com, (912) 996-7120 email info@tummytimefoods.com. On Facebook here.  Tummy Time Foods is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kids love to ride one of the FREE water ferries with Savannah Belles Ferry system on River Street. Or if you want to make River Street your destination, catch it on the other side of the Savannah River @ the Westin Savannah Harbor Resort & Spa on Hutchinson Island.

The free ferries shuttle you from River Street, across the Savannah River, to the Westin, with departures with arrivals every 15–20 minutes from 7:00 AM until 12 AM (subject to weather and river traffic conditions)

While @ the Westin Savannah, enjoying your treat at the Midnight Cafe, check out the bush playhouse near the ferry landing.

Click here for a ferry schedule. The ferries operate 7 days a week, 362 days a year – closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas & New Years Day. Click here for more info. on the ferry system.

While on River Street, be sure to ride the rails on the FREE River Street Streetcar – an authentic 1930s Melbourne streetcar – that runs back and forth on River Street. There’s a streetcar stop right by the ferry dock, in front of City Hall and the visitors center. (UPDATE: STREETCAR IS TEMPORARY OUT OF SERVICE FOR MAINTENANCE)

The River Street Streetcar runs Noon-9 PM Fri-Sun with the exceptions of First Saturdays festivities each month when it stops running at 6:30 PM. The 54-passenger streetcar is updated with environmentally-friendly green technology. It makes six stops along Historic River Street between Montgomery St. & the Waving Girl Landing

FERRY FACTS

• Scenic two-minute ride on the Savannah River
• Operates 7 days a week, 362 days a year with departures with arrivals every 15–20 minutes from 7:00 AM until 12 AM (subject to weather and river traffic conditions)
• Climate-controlled, easy passenger loading and unloading
• Unique vessel, designed to ensure a steady ride
• All vessels US Coast Guard certified
• Ferry vessels and ferry landings ADA compliant
• Modern passenger-only ferries, reminiscent of vessels seen in the harbor a century ago
• Named for Savannah’s “Belles”— strong women who shaped the city’s history.

FERRY LANDINGS LOCATIONS

• River Street at City Hall
• Waving Girl Landing at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront
• Hutchinson Island at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center and adjacent to the Westin Savannah Harbour Resort & Spa
• Ferry Schedule

FOR MORE LOCAL KIDS’ ACTIVITIES, VISIT OUR ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR BY CLICKING HERE

The first full weekend of each month means free weekend access to some of nearby museums through Bank of America’s Museums on Us program. Free admission is for the adult cardholder only. Regular admission applies to children and additional guests.

Free Bank of America Museum on Us 2015 dates are Sept. 5 & 6; Oct. 3 & 4; Nov. 7 & 8; Dec. 5 & 6.

Nearby participating museums include:

EdVenture Children’s Museum

EdVenture Childrens Museum in Columbia, S.C.
211 Gervais Street
Columbia, SC 29201

See our list of Things To Do in Columbia, SC With Kids by clicking here. 

Other participating museums include

Atlanta History Center
High Museum of Art in Atlanta
Tellus Science Museum, Cartersville

The Museum of Science and History in Jacksonville (MOSH), Fla.
Museum of Contemporary Art in Jacksonville, Fla

Who is eligible?

To qualify for Museums on Us, you must be a Bank of America or Merrill Lynch card customer. Simply present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain one free general admission to any participating institution. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission.

When is it available?

With qualifying identification, customers can enjoy free admission on the first full weekend of every month.

For a full list of participating museums, please visit the Museums on Us site.

Georgia’s First Fourth @ Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah
Saturday, August 8, 2015 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wormsloe Historic Site – Savannah, GA
Hear the reading of the Declaration of Independence as it was read in the town of Savannah in August of 1776. Participate in the debate to declare independence or to remain loyal to the king. See musket firings and more.

Cost: $4.50 – $10. 912-353-3023.

Details here. 

Is it really back-to-school tax-free talk time? Really? Didn’t we just start this whole fun summer thing? Here we go….

Georgia’s 2015 Sales Tax Holiday July 31-Aug. 1 (2 days)

Georgia’s Tax Free Weekend is scheduled for July 31-Aug. 1 2015. During those two days, purchases of clothing (up to $100 per item), computers and related accessories (up to $1,000 per item) and school supplies ($20 per item) are exempt from sales tax. Examples of exempt items & more information here.

Free arts & crafts: Tax-free weekend in Ga means Scribble Art Studio ‘s amazing artists will be @ Tanger Outlets Savannah in Pooler Saturday Aug. 1 with FREE arts & crafts for the kids. Kids can make cute “Mini Framed Bird Art” and “Beaded Butterflies.”

South Carolina 2015 Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 7-9 (3 days)

South Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend August 7-9 2015. Purchases of clothing, footwear, computers, linens and school supplies are exempt from sales tax. Examples of exempt items & more information here.

Disney salutes the men & women of our armed forces with special ticket pricing & room discounts for travel dates now through December 2015.

Active and retired US military personnel can save BIG and take advantage of specially priced rooms at select Walt Disney World resort hotels on arrivals through December 23, 2015. The average discount is 30-40% off!! And these offers can be combined with dining plans to add even more value to your vacation package.

Qualifying military personnel can also purchase up to a total of up to six, 4-day Military Promotional Tickets with a Park Hopper OR Water Park Fun & More upgrade for $177 each, plus tax. Get tickets with both upgrades for $207 each, plus tax. These tickets may be used through December 20, 2015. The Military Promotional Tickets are only available for purchase at military sales outlets, NOT at Walt Disney World resort.

Availability for the room offer is limited, so contact Two Sisters Travel for a no-obligation vacation quote.

Two Sisters Travel offers stress-free concierge vacation planning services for busy families and anyone that doesn’t want to get bogged down with the trip details. They’re here to help you choose the best resort, dining plan (or not), FastPass selections, dining reservations, and even review crowd calendars to find the best time of year to travel… best part is that our services are 100% free!!!

Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel

843.284.3241

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Baby, it’s HOT outside!

Come join Savannah FIT4MOM Stroller Strides INSIDE at the Savannah Mall to get your workout in with your baby or toddler, make friends with some awesome mamas, and STAY COOL.

Stroller Strides® is a stroller-based fitness program designed for moms with little ones. Each 60-minute, total body workout incorporates running or power walking, strength, toning, songs and activities. Their certified fitness instructors are specially trained in pre and post-natal fitness and offer a variety of fun class formats both indoors and outdoors.

All locations also offer a free playgroup with Our Village so moms can form lasting friendships with other moms through organized play dates, Moms’ Nights Out, and activities for the whole family.

Savannah Mall classes are offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 am. The group meets inside the mall by the Target entrance. Please bring a yoga mat and water and get ready to have fun

FIT4MOM® Savannah is proud to offer classes accordance to ACOG guidelines. They are a great way to get back in shape with your baby or toddler and to meet other new moms.

Class schedule:

9:30-10:30AM Monday, Wednesday, Friday @ Savannah Mall (Meet by the Target entrance)

9:30-10:30AM Tuesday, Thursday @ Daffin Park (in front of Historic Grayson Stadium)

9;30-10:30AM Saturday at Hull Park (at 55th St. and Atlantic St.)

Your first class is FREE!

Weather Notice: In the event of rain and freezing temps, the classes will meet at the Savannah Mall. This will be announcde on FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Facebook page: www.facebook.com/StrollerStridesOfSavannah

For more information, go to: savannah.fit4mom.com, email erinhanna@fit4mom.com or visit Fit4Mom Savannah on Facebook by clicking here.  

FIT4MOM Savannah, savannah.fit4mom.com On Facebook here.  FIT4MOM Savannah-Stroller Strides is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

US Army Corps of Engineers’ “CSS Georgia ‘Raise the Wreck!’ Festival” with underwater archaeology, scuba diving, Navy robots and more

This free, public event on July 25 2015 highlights the ongoing recovery of the Confederate ironclad vessel, the CSS Georgia, and its history. Underwater archeology is currently taking place in the river where the vessel was scuttled, adjacent to Old Fort Jackson in Savannah, where the event will take place. Learn more here. 

The festival is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with dive activity scheduled during the first hour and a half.

When: July 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Old Fort Jackson
1 Old Fort Jackson Road
Savannah 31401
Cost: Free to the public
Age suitability: All Ages
Contact number: 912-652-5777
CSS Georgia website: http://1.usa.gov/1G6S2Hn

The CSS Georgia is an ironclad gunboat built in Savannah for the Confederacy in 1862. Area women formed the Ladies Gunboat Association to raise the money for its construction. The vessel was used as a floating battery anchored at Fort Jackson, upstream from lines of channel obstructions near the upper end of Elba Island. The vessel’s position and the river obstructions protected the City of Savannah from a Union naval approach. Confederate troops scuttled the vessel in December 1864 during the approach of General William T. Sherman’s Union troops.

The “CSS Georgia ‘Raise the Wreck!’ Festival” will provide opportunities for the public to examine artifacts recently recovered from the CSS Georgia wreck site, view recovery operations on the dive barge immediately offshore and talk with historians and archeologists involved with the recovery.

Other activities at the festival include:
Games, hands-on activities, and displays at various booths
Demonstrations and presentations from archeologists, divers, and others
Videos, images, and displays about historical information connected to the CSS Georgia
Firing of the fort’s 32 pounder cannon
Opportunities to interact with Navy robotics
Self-guided tours of the fort
Interaction with costumed interpreters
And a few other surprises.

Recovery of the CSS Georgia is an important component of the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project. The festival is sponsored by the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Scribble Art Studio in Pooler is having a a 1/2 off special next week July 13-17 when you sign up with a friend.

CAMP FLASH SALE! NEXT WEEK July 13th-17th! ½ OFF when you sign up with a friend, Pooler location only.

To sign up call 912-713-7376 or visit thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. 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

Join Enchant My Party for a splash-tastic time with the Little Mermaid and her swimming mermaid friends at Dasher’s Landing in Rincon, GA.

There will be singing, storytelling and lots of pool fun.

There will be 2 sessions to allow for more one on one time between the children and the characters:
Session 1 is 1pm-2:30pm
Session 2 is 3pm-4:30pm

The princesses from Enchant My Party  hope to see you there.

Proceeds will go to Ella Bothwell’s medical fund to help cover the cost of her treatment.

Ella is a 7 year old girl who was diagnosed with a diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an aggressive tumor at the base of the brain. The rising second grader at Blandford Elementary in Rincon is undergoing extensive medical treatment.

Please visit Ella’s Facebook Page, Prayers for Sweet Ella, for more information about this special little princess.

Learn more here about the pool party.

This pool party is organized by Enchant My Party in Savannah , a children’s princess party business that sends costumed-princesses to homes or party spots to entertain at your child’s regal birthday party with storytelling; singing & dancing; crafts & games.

“Like” Enchant My Party on Facebook here.

Or you can help Ella by donating via a gofundme site here. 

Learn more about Ella Bothwell & the type of inoperable brain tumor she’s battling in our Savannah Morning News column “Praying for a miracle for Rincon’s Ella Bothwell” by clicking here. 

Enchant My Party, www.enchantmyparty.com, Savannah, Ga.  912.713.1253, email enchantmyparty@gmail.com 
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Bring your kids to a special class this Saturday July 11 @ with a Hello Hot Summer theme @ ArtLab in Savannah.

Hello Hot Summer Shindig
Come join ArtLab in Savannah for a refreshing art class at noon on Sat. July 11. Kids will be creating mini-beaches.

Check out the Lab and see what we are up to.

Cost: $15 per student, sibling discount available. All ages welcome.  Wear your play clothes and bring your imagination.

Please visit artlabsavannah.com or call 388-1939 to sign up.

About ArtLab

ArtLab was established to encourage collaboration, education and inspiration between artists in Savannah.

Budding artists have a cozy place to take classes and work with a variety of mediums while having the opportunity to learn all about art and creativity.

ArtLab Sessions are regularly put together to unite musicians in a unique setting and bring independent music to the community.

ArtLab offers parties for adults, classes for adults, classes for kids & teens.

ArtLab, 2417 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404, www.artlabsavannah.com, On Facebook here.  ArtLab is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Savannah area’s largest children’s consignment sale fall market – Coastal Kids Market – is happening Aug 27-29th 2015 at The Shoppes of Savannah (formerly Savannah Festival Outlet) at 11 Gateway Blvd, Savannah.

Check our their website here for details on how to consign, shop, and advertise at this widely popular sale.

SALE LOCATION

The Shoppes of Savannah (formerly known as Savannah Festival Outlet Center)
11 Gateway Blvd S, Savannah, GA 31419
Map and Directions

SALE DATES, HOURS

Wednesday, August 26th, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Preview Party for volunteers/consignors ONLY*)
*Volunteer hour 5:00pm & Charity Power 1/2 hour at 5:30pm (more details to come)
Thursday, August 27th,6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (*Charity Hour 5:00 pm)
Friday, August 28th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, August 29th, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (some items 50% off)
*Check out CKM website by clicking here for details on Preview Party for consignors and volunteers only.

Be on the lookout for information regarding registration for consignors and volunteers as well as vendors and advertisers coming soon.

Stay connected

Please follow CKM on Twitter here & check out CKM Facebook page here frequently as you want to make sure you don’t miss any big announcements and giveaways.

Coastal Kids Market, (912) 655-4686, http://coastalkidsmarket.com,  The Shoppes of Savannah ( formerly Savannah Festival Outlet Mall)  11 Gateway Blvd S, Savannah, 31419 Coastal Kids Market is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Are you dreaming of a Walt Disney World vacation next year? 2016 packages are now available, and the Disney travel gurus at Two Sisters Travel have all the details.

Get a no-obligation quote now or if you’re unsure about when to travel, they can even review crowd calendars helping you choose the best time of year for your visit.

Booking early with Two Sisters Travel ensures the very best availability and you never have to worry about getting the best deal. They closely watch promotions and discounts, and if something becomes available that will lower your price, they automatically adjust your package, no worries.

And booking early also gives more time to pay-off your vacation, AND brag to your friends that your family is going to Disney.

Start planning your 2016 Disney vacation now! Get a quote online or call 843-284-3241! And remember, it’s the same price to book with Two Sisters Travel as it is to book direct with Disney…. all of their concierge travel planning services including dining reservations, FastPass selections, and more are all 100% FREE.

Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel

843.284.3241

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JEA Preschool Savannah is pleased to announce openings for 4 year olds in their dynamic early childhood education program.

Through the ALEF Fund, there is generous financial assistance available to children enrolled in this private Pre-K class. (Children entering this class must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2015.)

Please contact Director Jodi Sadler to schedule an immediate tour, as spaces are limited.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enroll your child in Savannah’s premier early learning center
912-355-8111 – preschool@savj.org – 5111 Abercorn Street; Savannah, GA 31405

JEA Preschool Savannah admits students of any race, color, national, racial or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

Learn more about JEA Preschool Savannah & see photos by clicking here. 

About JEA Preschool Savannah

JEA Preschool Savannah opened its doors in August 2013. The school, which serves the needs of children ages 16 months through 4 years, focuses on the social, emotional and cognitive growth of young children in a Judaic setting. The core curriculum is led by qualified and experienced teachers. Extended hours are available daily. For more information on JEA Preschool Savannah, please call 912-355-8111 (ext. 215), email preschool@savj.org or click here .

JEA Preschool Savannah, Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 912-355-8111. JEA Preschool Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Call today at 855-792-6976 to reserve your spot.

Childcare Network has 3 Savannah locations & 1 Pooler location, www.childcarenetwork.com/metro/Savannah, On Facebook here.   Childcare Network is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Announcing a brand new Saturday class for ages 0-7: It’s not too late to sign up for Kindermusik in Savannah‘s brand-new Saturday morning Kindermusik family class.

This class meets Saturdays at 9:10 AM and enrollment is always prorated so join at any time.

To visit a free trial class, call 912-988-KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com.

Theme for July is “Beach Days!” Come with your little one for a wonderful, magical and musical time with Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Kindermusik…where music and learning play.

Kindermusik Savannah, email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) www.88keysga.com/Kindermusik  Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Kids’ Night Out: Avengers Assemble!

All parents deserve a break once in a while. Instead of leaving your kids home with a babysitter, drop them off for a fun-filled Avengers-themed Kids’ Night Out with Tummy Time Foods in the TTF Kitchen in Savannah.

Kids will make their own “Avengers”-themed dinner and enjoy playing games, making crafts and watching movies.

Friday, July 31 2015
6-9PM at the Savannah State Farmer’s Market
(701 Hwy 80, Savannah)

Parents are welcome to drop-off or stay and watch. Kids are invited to come dressed in costume as their favorite Avenger. (Costume is not required though.)

For kids ages 5 and up and a maximum of 10 kids.

Cost is only $45 per child (siblings/multiple children are $35).

For more information and to register, click here.

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Weekly Tiny Tots Play Dates
Tuesdays at 10:15-11:15am, Tom Triplett Park (Pooler)
Come to the most creative play date in town. Kids ages 5 & younger enjoy learning, singing and story time while making two seasonal food crafts—one to eat and one to keep. Cost: $10 per child.

Advanced tickets are required and may be purchased individually or in a 4-session bundlehere.

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Summer Food & Fun Workshops for ages 6 & older, Pooler

Tiny Tots Play Dates will continue on Tuesdays in July 2015 but FOR AGES 6 & OLDER starting July 7 but from 12:15-1:15pm.

Tuesdays in July at Tom Triplett Park (Pooler), 12:15-1:15pm

Join Tummy Time Foods for five 1-hour workshops where your child will make delicious summer time treats! During each workshop, your child will play a game, learn a nutrition lesson or do a nutrition craft and make a delicious, healthy summer snack from scratch using the season’s freshest ingredients. For kids age 6 & older. 

Tuesday, July 14: “Sugar Shock”: Make yummy snacks using all-natural sugar alternatives. 

Tuesday, July 21: “Summer Salads”: A great dressing, and even a wrap, can take a simple salad from yummy to spectacular. 

Tuesday, July 28: “Energy Bites”: Make quick and easy snacks to keep you fueled all day long.

The cost is $25 per class or $45 for 2 classes. Discounted bundles for all 4 classes are also available. Advanced registration is required and available here. 

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Play Dates and Food Workshops at the Savannah Children’s Museum
Saturday July 16 and August 15
Savannah Children’s Museum (Whistlestop Café Dining Car)

Enjoy Tummy Time Foods’ signature Tiny Tots Play Dates and NEW Simple Bites Classes this summer at the Savannah Children’s Museum. Participants will enjoy a 10% discount at the Whistlestop Café.

Tiny Tots Play Dates (Ages 5 and under)
11am-12pm, $12 per child ($10 with CHS Membership)
Kids will enjoy singing, making food crafts and more! One parent is required to participate per child.

Simple Bites Classes (Ages 6-12)
1-2pm, $15 per child ($13 with CHS Membership)
Kids will enjoy a fun craft or food experiment with the TTF Chef! They will then make a simple seasonal snack to enjoy.

Advanced registration is required and available here.

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Kids Can Cook!
Tummy Time Foods provides hands-on cooking and nutrition events for kids of all ages. Tummy Time Foods signature Kids Cooking Parties are the tastiest way to learn and play. In addition to these deliciously amazing events, TTF also provides Birthday Cooking Parties, At-Home Cooking Parties, Cooking Classes, Cooking Camps and Family Nutrition Coaching.

Looking for a creative idea for your child’s birthday? Looking for a creative activity for your kids during winter break? Book your Kids Cooking Party today atwww.tummytimefoods.com.

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It’s Summer… Let’s Party!

Let Tummy Time Foods customize a culinary experience for your child this summer. Choose two menu items using the season’s freshest ingredients and your child will have the most creative party in town. For more information, click here.

Tummy Time Foods, www.tummytimefoods.com, (912) 996-7120 email info@tummytimefoods.com. On Facebook here.  Tummy Time Foods is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Starting Thursday, July 9, all clearance apparel will be marked down to $1 @ Once Upon A Child Savannah  @ 1100 Eisenhower Drive in Eisenhower Square.

Be sure to get there early for the best selection. Doors open at 9:30AM.

* Offer may not be used in conjunction with any other discounts, sale or offer. Not applicable to prior purchases or gift cards. All sales final.

Have stuff that your kids no longer play with? Once Upon A Child is always buying toys and gear. A quick trip to Once Upon A Child could mean some extra cash in your pocket.

Recycle your gently used kids’ stuff today.

Once Upon A Child Savannah, 1100 Eisenhower Drive Eisenhower Square, Savannah, 31406 tel: 912-351-0555, http://www.onceuponachildsavannah.com/  Once Upon A Child Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

This week’s FREE Summer Reading library  programs/performances @ Live Oak Public Libraries branches

For the complete list of the library’s summer reading program events, click here. 

Super Villain Soiree
To celebrate the upcoming Minions movie, we are taking a look at all our favorite super villain today. Come for games & crafts designed to make you the most evil super villain around! Ages 5-12
Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Tuesday, July 7, 1 p.m.
Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Monday, July 6, 1 p.m.

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Nerdfighter Party
A nerdfighter is a person who is proud to be nerdy, intelligent and awesome. Get in touch with your nerdy awesomeness at our party with trivia contests, button making, Super Mario Brothers Wii, and much more! Ages 12 and up.
Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Wednesday, July 8, 4 p.m.

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Superpower Science
Super Power Science is a weekly science program where we study the science behind the powers of some of our favorite superheroes and villains. Each week features a different villain or hero’s powers. Ages 5-12
Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Tuesday, July 7, 1 p.m. Magneto & the Science of Magnetism

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Children’s Wellness

Representatives from Memorial Health will come by and talk about children‟s wellness.
Ages 5 to 12.
Garden City Library, 628-5070
Thursday, July 9, 10:30 a.m.

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The Magic Man
The Magic Man (a.k.a. Bill Packard) provides a fun and memorable show featuring his award winning magic routines, music, comedy and audience participation. Ages 5 & older.
Bull Street Library, 652-3600
Monday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Monday, July 6, 4 p.m.
Port City Library, 964-8013
Tuesday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.
Pooler Library, 748-0471
Tuesday, July 7, 4 p.m.
West Broad Library, 232-6395
Wednesday, July 8, 11 a.m.
Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Wednesday, July 8, 4 p.m.
Thunderbolt Library, 354-5864
Thursday, July 9, 11 a.m.
Islands Library, 897-6233
Thursday, July 9, 4 p.m.
Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Friday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.
Midway Library, 884-5742
Friday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Garden City Library, 629-5070
Saturday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.
Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Saturday, July 11, 3 p.m.

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Animal Heroes
Animals often show bravery in extraordinary circumstances and other times they comfort us at just the right time. Learn about some animal heroes and make a keepsake to take home. Ages 6 and up.
Tybee Library 786-7733
Monday, July 6, 3 p.m.

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Art in the Round
Use your creativity to explore art and geometry in this colorful program. Stamp, glue, sprinkle, paint, trace and color your way to two unique works of art. Ages 7 & older.
Forest City Library, 238-0614
Tuesday, July 7, 11 a.m.
Tybee Library, 786-7733
Tuesday, July 7, 4 p.m.

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Bubbles, Bubbles, More Bubbles!
This program features six fun, hands-on science experiments about bubbles plus a bubble art project for you to take home. Ages 4 & older.
Garden City Library, 629-5070
Thursday, July 9, 2 p.m.

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Superkids Yoga
Learn some easy basic yoga stretches and poses with Miss Ali that will be fun and make you feel invigorated. Ages 6-8.
Thunderbolt Library, 354-5864
Friday, July 10, 2:30 p.m.
Friday, July 24, 2:30 p.m.
Friday, July 31, 2:30 p.m.

SATURDAY FAMILY FUN at The Art Bash Studio in Savannah

The Art Bash Studio – well known for their open public & private painting parties for adults, ladies’ night out creative events, painting birthday & bridal party bashes – now offers Family Time painting on Saturdays. The Art Bash Studio is at 7704 Waters Ave. (between Eisenhower and Mall Blvd)

For Saturday Family Time, bring your favorite soft drink. Needless to say, alcohol will not be served at Family Time.

NOTE: Children may not be dropped off. Supervision is required by another painter age 16 or older.

Upcoming Family Time themes & times include:

‘A Tail of Two Kitties” 1PM July 11 2015 
Cost: $30 for 2.5 hrs
For AGES 8 & older.
Door opens at 12:30PM.
Pre-registration required. Sign up by clicking here.

“A Walk to the Beach” 1PM July 11 2015
Cost: $30 for 2.5 hrs
For AGES 10 & older
Pre-registration required. Sign up by clicking here.

View the Art Bash Studio calendar by clicking here for other classes & events.

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Painting Parties for Adults

The Art Bash Studio offers
*open public painting pARTies
*private painting pARTies

Learn more here.

The Art Bash provides the SANGRIA, your canvas, brushes, paint, apron, instruction and inspiration.
WINE included as always (except at Family Time). The Art Bash awesome art instructors make painting EASY, the WINE makes it all a pARTy. Call 912.484.3438 to book your event.

The Art Bash Studio, 7704 Waters Ave. (between Eisenhower and Mall Blvd), tel: 912.484.3438, email fun@artbashstudio.com, www.artbashstudio.com The Art Bash Studio is SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

The story of Savannah’s role in the American Revolution comes alive this summer @ Savannah History Museum.

This hands-on family-friendly experience starts in Savannah History Museum, where you will learn about colonial life, conditions of a soldier in the American militia, and events leading up to the 1779 Battle of Savannah. The program concludes on Battlefield Memorial Park with musket firing demonstrations, while you join in a reenactment of the militia attack on the British fortification.

This experiential program is offered on select days this summer at Savannah History Museum at 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM.

For more information, please call 912.651.6840 ext. 303.

UPCOMING DATES FOR THIS PROGRAM

Sept. 18 & 19 2015. 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM. Details here.
Sept. 25-26 2015 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM. Details here. 
Oct. 2-3 2015 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM. Details here. 
Oct. 9-10 2015 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM. Details here. 
Oct. 16-17 2015 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM.  Details here. 
Oct. 23-24 10:30AM, Noon, 1:30PM, and 3PM.  Details here. 

Savannah History Museum, 303 MLK Jr. Blvd., www.chsgeorgia.org/SHM, Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Give the kids a night out (and yourself a break!) with Kid’s Club in Savannah and Pooler.

Saturday nights are a happening night at Scribble Art Studio.

To register your little artist for a great night of a movie, pizza, and a craft at either studio click the link below.

Each club night, Scribble screens a different movie and has a craft themed to the movie.

Drop off 6-9pm, $30/kid ($20/siblings), to sign up call 912-713-7376 or register here. Pre-registration required.

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

Savannah location: 212 E 37th St, Savannah, 31401

Pooler location: 115 Canal St, Pooler, GA 31322

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler also offers private & group art classes, summer art camps, adult art parties & children’s birthday parties, both in the studio & at-home DIY art birthday kits. 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