Free Kids’ Holiday Making Station @ the Savannah’s Clay Spot Merry Art Market 2019

Your kids can make something special while you shop for locally made pottery.

Merry Art Market
Dec. 7 2019
10AM-6PM
Savannah’s Clay Spot
1305 Barnard St.
Savannah 31401

Savannah’s Clay Spot is at 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401. The studio sits on the SW corner of Barnard and Henry Street with the front door facing Henry St. There is parking right in front of the studio facing Henry Street. Look for the fun red fence.

Savannah’s Clay Spot, www.savannahsclayspot.com, 1305 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401, tel. 912-509-4647 or e-mail lisa@savannahsclayspot.com

Savannah Santa Train, one of the largest annual holiday events in the Lowcountry, will take place Sat. December 7, 2019, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum at 655 Louisville Rd. in Savannah.

Buy tickets online here. 

Tickets are $15 per person for all guests eighteen months and older.

CHS Members will receive a discounted ticket rate of $12. Become a member here.

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To celebrate the 2019 event, there will be more workshops and special programming than ever before. Guests can build a holiday wonderland with Snapology of Savannah, enjoy caroling by Savannah Stage Company, learn about holiday traditions around the lowcountry including Gullah-Geechee cultural celebrations, see and purchase handmade holiday spinning tops created by the Lowcountry Turners, enjoy performances from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” by Savannah Children’s Theatre and design holiday cards for hospital patients with Savannah Children’s Museum’s “Carts with heART” program.

Other activities for visitors: learning how to shoulder a musket during Toy Soldiers Training, festive holiday dancing with Minick Family Music, snowball-themed STEM activities, taking a holiday-themed ride on a diesel locomotive and sharing a Christmas wish with Santa Claus. The The Salvation Army Savannah GA will also be bringing their mobile Canteen with free donuts and coffee.

In addition to the many workshops and activities, visitors can purchase a gourmet grilled cheese from the Big Cheese food truck, a delicious taco from Dark Shark – Taco Attack food truck, and have a sweet treat for dessert from Leopold’s Ice Cream.

Savannah Santa Train is hosted each year by Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum. Tickets are $15 per person for all guests eighteen months and older. Pre-registration is required online here. 

CHS Members will receive a discounted ticket rate of $12. Become a member here. 

Train rides are available every twenty minutes, so please select a time to reserve your spot.

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Sign-up for Winter Training 2019 to keep your soccer skills sharp during the off-season!

Open to players of all skill levels.

Log-on to SavannahUnited.com to register today.

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The 2019 Winter Training Program will be run by Savannah United Academy Director Keith Gunn for age groups 2012 – 2008 and Jeff Storey-Pitts, Savannah United Select Director for age groups 2007 – 2001.

The venue will be Memorial Stadium located off Skidaway Road in Savannah.

These sessions take place during the ‘off season’ for players who wish to continue with a high level training routine. The focus will be on technique, competitions and small sided games. This program is open to all levels of play, but players will be grouped primarily on their ability.

For more information please contact:
2012-2008 Birth Years: Keith Gunn k.gunn@savannahunited.com
2007-2001 Birth Years: j.storey-pitts@savannahunited.com

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Find fun family Holiday happenings in Savannah & the Lowcountry in the SouthernMamas.com Holiday Events Guide 2019.

Christmas parades, holiday camps & classes, Savannah gingerbread village. See the holiday family-things-to-do list here.

Want to advertise your organization or business in this list? Email us at anne@southernmamas.com

SouthCoast Health Nutritionist Elizabeth Hesley

Staying health during the holiday season is beyond tough.

But SouthCoast Health’s Registered Dietitian Elizabeth Hesley, MS RD LD can help you.

“It’s totally possible to eat healthily and responsibly during the holiday season if you go into this time of year with a plan,” SouthCoast Health Registered Dietitian, Elizabeth Hesley, MS RD LD said.

Learn how to overcome obstacles and stay healthy during the holidays here.

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Let the professional Career Development Coaches @ Savannah Educational Consultants  help you:

UNLOCK your natural APTITUDES and your INTERESTS.

MATCH these into CAREERS and MAJOR FIELD OF STUDY.

Counselors @ Savannah Educational Consultants specialize in providing guidance to adolescents and adults in exploring, planning, and adjusting career goals and lifestyles.

Contact these professional Career Development coaches TODAY to schedule an appointment:

Stephen L. Watson, PH.D., swatson@savannaheducationalconsultants.com

Savannah Educational Consultants
130 Tibet Ave., Suite 103
Savannah, GA 31406

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Cone cakes are cupcakes baked inside ice cream cones!

Let Yippee! Cone Cake Co.  bake delicious cone cakes for you this holiday season.

To find out more info, go to yippeeconecakes.com and select Bakery tab or call/text 912-484-8059 or email Leilani@yippeeconecakes.com.

Yippee! Cone Cake Co.
912.484.8059
email leilani@yippeeconecakes.com
yippeeconecakes.com

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Savannah Classical Academy’s annual lottery is now open for all students from kindergarten to twelfth grade for the 2020-21 school year.

Don’t miss the deadline for your family to enroll in this free public charter school as part of the local school system!

Apply for the lottery now at savannahclassicalacademy.org.

Video by: Elevated Coastal Productions

Brrr… bundle up for a ride on this one-horse open sleigh. The bells are ringing, the snow is falling, and Kindermusik Savannah is making jingly music.

You’ll have a total blast singing, dancing, and playing instruments with your child in this heartwarming musical playdate. So bring along the whole family for Kindermusik Savannah’s delightful, cozy, wintry theme: Sleigh Bells and Snowballs!

You and your child will get the following:

A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
A Kindermusik instrument
10 digitally downloadable Kindermusik songs of YOUR choice.
A $10 coupon for our weekly studio classes
December playdates will be held 2 times, so feel free to enroll in one or both dates. Playdates are open to children ages 0-7 and their caregivers! Spaces in each playdate are limited and tend to fill fast, so hurry to enroll now and save your family’s spots.

Cost: $18 for first child; $10 each for siblings

Ages newborn to 7 years; multiple adult caregivers welcome!

Dates & Times:
Sat. Dec. 14, 2019 at 10AM- STILL ROOM!
Wed. Dec. 18, 2019 at 10AM – STILL ROOM!

Enroll at kindermusikwith88keys.com or call 912-988-KEYS.

Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com,  email music@kindermusikwith88keys.com or info@kindermusikwith88keys.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

It’s the Black Friday Event at Spartina 449!

Cozy up to Winter Wonderland savings all – week – long.

Sale starts Mon. Nov. 25 2019 and lasts through Cyber Monday!

Enjoy Dreamy Savings of 25% OFF or more storewide, plus shop for incredible closeout specials.

Shop for:

• Cashmere Ponchos for the Luxe -Friend

• Embroidered Dresses for the Detail-Oriented

• Iconic Jewelry for the Mermaid Lover

• And Tech Totes for the Travelers at Heart

Plus Early Bird Shoppers at all stores: Prizes for the 1st 10 shoppers in line Fri., Nov. 29 2019, plus all shoppers take an additional 10% off until NOON.

Don’t’ miss it. Black Friday Specials will go fast.

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Tanger Outlets Savannah & 317 W. Broughton St., Savannah, GA

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You are invited to enjoy The Savannah Holly Days signature holiday events series beginning with a Christmas Tree Lighting on the Friday after Thanksgiving and including a new Christmas Festival at Trustees Garden on Dec. 21.

The 2019 Savannah Holly Days schedule of signature events include:

Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Sat. Dec. 14 2019 7-9PM
Corner of Bull & Broughton Streets
Learn more here.

Enjoy performances by various choir groups and local musical artists in front of Savannah’s Christmas tree. Free & open to the public.

A fun-filled evening of holiday cheer! Enjoy listening to the sounds of the holiday from various choir groups and local music artists in front of Savannah’s Christmas tree while exploring Savannah’s Historic District. Enjoy performances from the Asbury Memorial Handbell Choir, Legacy Irish Dance Academy, Prayer Temple COGIC Gospel Choir, Savannah Philharmonic Chorus and Lyn Avenue.

Schedule of Events:

7:00 p.m. – Asbury Memorial Handbell Choir

7:20 p.m. – Legacy Irish Dance Academy

7:40 p.m. – Prayer Temple COGIC Gospel Choir

8:00 p.m. – Savannah Philharmonic Choir

8:20 p.m. – Lyn Avenue

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Christmas Festival at Trustees Garden
Sat. Dec. 21 2019 11AM-7:30PM
Trustees Garden (Charles H. Morris Center)
Learn more here.

Trustees’ Garden presents a Winter holiday celebration with 100% chance of snow! REALLY! Get the family together and enjoy a day filled with fun activities for all ages, music, food, shopping, and an outdoor movie (bring your blankets!) to close out the night next to our 23ft Christmas Tree!
Featuring:
Fake Snow
Snow Tubing
Rock Climbing
Trackless Train
23ft Christmas Tree
Bouncy House
Portraits with Santa
Food Trucks/Vendors
Marketplace in the Metal Building
Musical Performances
Home Alone (1990) on Giant Screen in Kehoe Square

Tickets: https://trusteeschristmas.eventbrite.com
$15 All Day Pass (all ages)
$45 Family Pack of 4 All Day Passes

Questions?
info@trusteesgarden.com
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We love this Savannah tradition: ice skating inside the Savannah Civic Center.

We especially love that Skate Fest is extended to Jan. 5 2020 to correspond with Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools winter break.

Skatefest will be Fri. Dec. 13 2019 to Sun. Jan. 5 2020 @ the Savannah Civic Center. (Not pictured on calendar is a 4-5:30PM session Sun. Jan. 5 2020)  There will be multiple sessions each day.

Single session tickets, including skate rental are $8 per person and 6 person punch passes are $40.

Ice skating sessions last 1.5 hours and all ticket purchases include skate rental.

Please note that all attendees must pay admittance to enter the skating area.

Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, 31401 

Scribble Art Birthday Parties For Kids 

Have your next party at Scribble Art Studio in Savannah.

A fun party perfect for all ages. Parties run 1 hour and include your choice of art project.  Scribble Art Studio is responsible for all set up and clean up. Parents are welcome to bring whatever refreshments you’d like!

Scribble Art Studio hosts parties for any age on Saturdays or Sundays.

Scribble Art Birthday Parties in Savannah ​
1 hr.
Choice of art project
$325 for a party of 10
$10 each additional guest (max. 20)
Cupcakes or party platter available for an additional $40

​To schedule call/text Geoff 202-379-5643 or email info@thescribbleartstudio.com

Scribble Art Studio
212 E. 37th St.
Savannah, GA 31401

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Angel Learning Center in Pooler/Savannah and Richmond Hill is a accredited private learning center that provides a premier early education and child care experience for children and families.

Angel Learning Center’s owners, leadership teams and school staff partner with parents to help build the right foundation for future learning and in life.

Learn more here. 

Angel Learning Center locations

Pooler/Savannah

912.228.8228
info@angellearningcenter.com
178 Basswood Dr
Savannah, GA 31407

Richmond Hill

912.756.7257
info@angellearningcenter.com
465 Harris Trail Road,
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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Bring your kids to the annual Gingerbread Village at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.

The Gingerbread Village 2019 will be on display in the Westin Savannah lobby from Nov. 24 though Christmas and possibly until Jan. 1 2020.

Make the trip to see the Gingerbread Village (Nov. 24-Dec. 29) even more special by catching the free ferry from River Street to the Westin. Ferry schedule here.

Free and open to the public. (Please schedule large group visits in advance.) Email
​ Gingerbread@savannahharborfoundation.com  or  call 912-604-6852.

Location

Westin Savannah on Hutchinson Is.
1 Resort Drive
Savannah, GA 31421

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You are invited to Pooler Christmas Tree Lighting this Sun. Nov. 24 5:30-7:30PM @ Pooler Memorial Park in Pooler.

S’mores, Santa, Live Music and plenty of fun for the whole family. Pooler Memorial Park is located at the corner of US Highway 80 East and Pooler Parkway (across the street from BiLo). Sponsored by the City of Pooler.

SouthCoast Health general practitioner Dr. Leland Dampier said holiday break is a good time to encourage active, healthy habits with your family.

Find tips here on how to get your family up and moving in Savannah.

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Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah is offered Tuesdays & Thursdays. It will be offered Tues. Nov. 26 2019 but not only Thanksgiving Tues. Nov. 28.

Tiny Tots is for children ages 5 & younger & their caregivers.

Kids can enjoy trampoline, foam in-ground pit, bars, balance beams & more.

Tiny Tots Playtime
9:30-11AM Tuesdays & Thursdays
Call ahead to confirm: 912.921.1034
$5 per child (Cash only)
For ages 5 & younger

Questions? Email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com

Summit Gymnastics, 74 W Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, 31406, (912) 921-1034, On Facebook here. Summit Gymnastics is a SouthernMamas.com advertise

Savannah Educational Consultants provides comprehensive College Counseling for students applying to undergraduate and graduate schools as well as all post secondary institutions.

Their program starts with students from the 9th grade-but can start at any high school grade level- getting them ready for the college search and application process.

Savannah Educational Consultants make sure students apply to colleges that are the right fit and help ensure that they stand out in their applications. They assist with: college search, helping plan college visits, preparing for interviews, planning standardized testing, editing essays and helping with applications.

If you are interested in services or want more information, please call Helese Sandler @ Savannah Educational Consultants at 912-238-9552.

Savannah Educational Consultants
130 Tibet Ave., Suite 103
Savannah, GA 31406

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“Could physical health by tied to mental health?

How related are these two issues?

Hear what Water’s Edge Counseling expert, Whitney Owens, has to say about this topic here.

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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Here’s a chance for your child to experience all star cheer @ Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah without the commitment of a full year term: the Prep program.

Prep program can be a learning experience for new athletes interested in all star cheer, as well as an excellent way to maintain skills between school competitive seasons. For ages 5-14, boys and girls, all skill levels.

Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah will have two evaluation sessions: Nov. 19 & 24 2019. Athletes only need to attend one session.

If you are unable to attend either of these sessions and would like to schedule a private evaluation, please email info@crownedeliteathletics.com

Learn more here. 

ABOUT PREP PROGRAM

Practices will begin the first week of December 2019 and continue through April 2020. Prep season will close as we compete on May 2 2020 at the Prime Osborne Convention Center in Jacksonville. Crowned Elite Athletics’ prep athletes are considered all star athletes in this gym and must adhere to Crowned Elite’s standard handbook of policies and procedures.

Learn more here. 

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Come see St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island in action @ an open house.

St. Andrew’s School
Ages 3-Grade 12
Savannah, GA

Open House is the first Thursday of select months at 9:30AM.

Upcoming open houses @ St. Andrew’s:

9:30AM Thurs. Dec. 5 2019

9:30AM Thurs. Feb. 6. 2020

To make a reservation, complete the online inquiry form here, email hellew@saintschool.com, or call (912)897-4941.

Schedule a tour.

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About St. Andrew’s

St. Andrew’s is a college preparatory school for Pre-K3 through Grade 12 located on Wilmington Island, Savannah.

The independent school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and has been recognized
for the past five years as an Apple Distinguished School. St. Andrew’s School was named best Savannah private school in Savannah Magazine in 2016.

For more information, visit saslions.com

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941 ext 452, www.saintschool.com , email hellew@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Encourage your child to be thankful for their family.

What better way to do this than to share a musical playdate together? The November playdate theme at Kindermusik Savannah with 88 Keys is “THANKFUL FOR MY FAMILY” and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Choose from two dates this week: Wednesday Nov. 20 2019 or Saturday Nov. 23 2019 at 10AM.

Your child will take home an instrument, 10 songs, and a $10 coupon for our weekly classes. Spaces are limited, so hurry and enroll now!

Register online @ www.kindermusikwith88keys.com/november-playdates/

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“Does your family feel like it’s falling apart? Are you looking for a way to strengthen your family and minimize conflict?

Family Therapy may be just the thing to help your family get back on track.

Therapists at Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah work with families to bring unity and order back into their households. Click here to find out more about Family Therapy and if it may benefit your family.

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Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com

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