Plant Riverside District to host special Mother’s Day Brunch featuring chef-prepared specialties, live music, prosecco, roses on Sun. May 14
Plant Riverside District will host a special Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch featuring a buffet with an assortment of Michelin Star chef-prepared delicacies as well as live music by STRINGFYRE and a complimentary glass of Villa Sandi Prosecco or Prosecco Rosé (Alcohol service begins at 11AM). All mothers in attendance will also receive a long-stemmed rose as a special gift.
Sun. May 14, 2022, 10AM- 2:30PM
Plant Riverside District – Salzburg Ballroom
400 W. River Street, Savannah
Pricing is $89++ for adults and $35++ for children ages 5 to 12; $20 upgrade available for unlimited mimosas (alcohol service begins at 11AM)
RESERVATIONS:
Reservations are required to attend the Mother’s Day Brunch at Plant Riverside District. To make a reservation, please visit www.plantriverside.com or click HERE.
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She knows every child in the school by name, and would love to get acquainted with your family. If you would like to give your child the greatest possible advantage as they journey through school and life, we’re here to help! Check out Mrs. Martinez’s homework tip, and put it to practice in your home!
To partner with teachers who will get to know your child as a unique and special individual and help him/her grow in God’s plan, check out Savannah Adventist Christian School. We have a waiting list for 1st & 2nd grade for 2023-2024, and are accepting applications from motivated students Preschool to 9th grade.
To schedule a tour of our campus, please contact us: 912-748-5977 or info@sacssda.org The school is at 50 Godley Way, Pooler, GA 31322.
Savannah Adventist Christian School — which offers preschool starting at age 3 through 9th grade — is a small, private school with a family feel and Christian curriculum.
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SCCPSS Academic Affairs department presented the following update on Pre-K enrollment at the April 12 2023 Informal School Board meeting:
1,483 Pre-K applications were submitted for 2023-24 school year – an increase of 343 applications over last year – and 1,140 students were accepted.
30 PreK sites including Oatland Island, Woodville, and Windsor Forest High School • 1,483 Pre-K applications submitted for 2023-24 school year • Increase of 343 applications from last year • 1,140 students accepted for SY 2024 with 268 waitlisted
About Georgia Pre-K
The Georgia Pre-K Program provides a 6.5-hour instructional day, 5 days a week, 180 days a year at no cost to families. You must apply to be considered for a spot in a Pre-K program.
Each Pre-K provider sets its own application processes, registration deadlines, and selection criteria. Some may include lotteries, wait lists, and other processes to accept students.
To participate, children must be four years of age on or before September 1 of the school year that they want to attend Georgia’s Pre-K.
Create special moments with your little one this summer: join a Kindermusik Savannah class!
Kindermusik with 88 Keys offers classes for ages 0-7 every week on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes available!
There are also monthly musical playdates on a Saturday morning. The next ones will be May 20 2023 at 10 and 11AM.
SouthCoast Health experts share here four tips to help your graduate navigate the unavoidable stress that commences with commencement — and keep it from impacting your health.
“It’s understandably tempting to let busy schedules and demands get in the way of healthy sleep and eating, especially when you know the season of stressors may be temporary,” said SouthCoast Nurse Practioner Amanda Jones, FNP-BC. “But that’s often when you need them most.”
SouthCoast Health team includes more than 120 healthcare professionals encompassing more than 20 specialties and services. Find one that meets your needs online here, or call 912-691-3600 to schedule an appointment.
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Neighborhood Comics invites Savannah-area comic book lovers to participate in Free Comic Book Day 2023. The event will be held at 1205 Bull St from 10AM-6PM on MAY 6, 2023.
This will be the store’s largest Free Comic Book Day event ever, with 10 professional comic artists on hand signing books and meeting readers. There will also be a food truck, costumed characters, and giveaways.
Thousands of free comic books will be available spanning multiple genres and age levels. This year’s selection of comics includes beloved characters and franchises such as Spider-man, Archie, Umbrella Academy, Star Wars and more.
Scheduled guests include Sonic the Hedgehog illustrator Tracy Yardley, long-time GI Joe artist Robert Atkins, DC Comics cover artist Edwin Galmon and more.
Sharkie Camp: activities and experiences designed to help young children learn and grow.
Princess Camp: this best-selling camp will transport children into a world of fantasy and enchantment. Campers can dress up like their favorite princesses, learn dance moves and songs from their favorite movies, create beautiful crafts and play exciting games.
Tumbling & Tumbling/Strength Summer Camps
Tumble and Strength Camp: a way for campers to gain both physical and mental strength. This camp is designed to help campers develop skills and confidence needed to become a successful, confident athlete. Includes tumbling drills, strength and conditioning exercises, agility drills. Experienced coaches will work with campers to help them reach their goals.
See all the Savannah Sharks Summer Camps 2023 and sign up online here.
As Crowned Elite moves towards the end of their BEST SEASON ever, they are excited to announce our 2023-2024 Evaluations happening May 10-13 2023 in Savannah.
Early bird registration is only active until April 20 2023. Take advantage of special pricing while it’s available.
With multiple PAID BIDS and all of Crowned Elite teams earning BIDS to All Star Worlds, this is going to be an exciting time in Crowned Elite’s gym history.
Come join Crowned Elite May 10-13 2023 to showcase your skills and meet Crowned Elite cheer FAMILY!
New to the Crowned Elite gym? Contact Crowned Elite today with any questions about their cheer program.
Calling all young scientists to get messy and conduct some fun experiments through this hands-on science camp! This week will offer a jammed packed week of activities ranging from slime making to exploring electricity and circuits!
Get ready to get messy and have a blast! Children will use their imaginations as they create unique works of art! Campers will learn about different artists, dabble in color and explore different mediums in this fun-filled camp.
Campers will love designing and constructing their dream inventions and structures using a variety of recycled materials, Legos, and untraditional supplies.
CMOP’s classic camp is back! Explore all of the terrific museum exhibits and participate in our daily programs! We’ll be on the go making projects and inventions, creating art, and having a blast in the exhibits!
Two camp times to choose from. This camp is offered as a morning only camp or choose the all day option.
July 17-21 2023. Two time options: 9AM-Noon (morning only) or 9AM-3PM (all day)
Your child will have a blast creating rhythm through STEM building of musical instruments! Design, build, and learn to play various instruments such as rhythm boards, rubber band harmonicas, and straw pan flutes!
In partnership with the Savannah Philharmonic, this program will explore the STEM side of how music is made and performed. Participants will learn about acoustics, sound design, recording, composition, and more! Each participant will keep their musical creations and have the opportunity to showcase how they work during our end-of-the-week celebration. June 20-23; $250
Learn how to create music using technology, kinesthetics, recycled materials, and more! Discover what music is, where to find it in daily life, and how to make your own! June 20-23; $250
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Find more information about these Summer 2023 Georgia Tech Savannah programs and register online here.
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Toddlers and their adults will experience themed activities including music, storytelling, arts & crafts, and a visit with Tippy the Tortoise.
All visitors will experience the joy of nature through open exploration of our outdoor museum as well as open play with socialization. The theme will be DINOSAURS! The museum will also welcome special guest Kimberly Gunn from The Love Again Initiative.
The program is included in cost of admission to SCM, $10 per person ages 18 months and up.
Spring youth classes begin this week at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! There’s still time to register for art exploration – from our youngest artists in parent/child classes to adventures in visual arts!
All classes are 6 week sessions and build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and artistic skills. Youth classes cover ages 0-12 years.
Come to Savannah JEA for the last Kids’ Night Out of the season: “Retro Game Night” 6-10PM Sat. April 29 2023.
There will be a Double Dare themed obstacle course, messy trivia, pizza making for a snack and much more. Savannah JEA has saved the best for last…register today!
Celebrate Old Fort Jackson’s 215th birthday this Sat. May 6 2023, 9:30AM-2:30PM.
Uniformed Resource Educators portraying American soldiers from The American Revolution, The War of 1812, and The American Civil War will be @ Old Fort Jackson in Savannah to lead programs and provide demonstrations of historical weaponry.
9:30AM – Visit with Resource Educators portraying American soldiers who served at the site between 1775 and 1865.
11AM – Celebrate the 215th birthday of Fort James Jackson with a special program and firing of multiple cannon, including an original early 19th century 24 Pounder Gun -the first firing since its restoration by Coastal Heritage Society in 2022.
1PM – Visit with Resource Educators portraying the Savannah Republican Blues in 1860, take part in writing with pen and ink and learn about the revolver and sword.
1:30PM – Riverboat Salute – Join in signaling and firing the 6 Pounder Cannon to salute the Georgia Queen Riverboat and its passengers.
2PM – Gilham’s Infantry Presentation, followed by the firing of the 12 Pounder Mountain Howitzer.
The Phantom of the Opera starts April 24 2023. Show Dates: July 7-9 and 14-16 2023 at the Historic Savannah Theatre.
Whether you’re brand new to theatre or you were born wearing a phantom mask, Savannah Children’s Theatre welcomes all local high school students to join them in creating a live theatre experience like no other.
Spaces & scholarships are still available.
Classes teaching audition materials begin next week.
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Horse camp @ Red Gate Farms in Savannah is a spectacular week-long event including daily horseback riding lessons teaching basic horse care and horsemanship, arts and crafts, recreational games/activities, daily picnic on the farm, trivia, and more.
There will be a horse show and a pizza & pool party every Friday.
No prior horse experience is required!
Ages 7-13 years old.
Each camp session is Monday – Friday from 8:30AM to 1PM.
One Week Sessions:
May 29 – June 2; June 5 – June 9; June 12 – 16; June 19 – 23;
June 16 – June 30; July 3 – July 7; July 10 – July 14; July 17 – July 23
Includes all activities, supplies, and a camp t-shirt.
Free admission for local residents from 10AM-5PM, Activities from 1-4PM Sat. April 29 Jepson Center, Savannah
Jepson Center’s next FREE Family Day for locals and activities celebrating the Bold Expressions exhibition is set for Sat. April 29 2023 @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.
Inspired by prints in the exhibition and turned wooden bowls by Ed and Phillip Moulthrop, afternoon activities from 1-4PM will include a scavenger hunt, screen-printed t-shirts, and wood turning demonstrations by the Low Country Turners who will make wooden tops for participants.
The Low Country Turners are the Savannah / Hilton Head area chapter of the American Association of Woodturners, and their mission is to provide education, information and a meeting place to those interested in the art and craft of woodworking and woodturning.
10AM April 20 2023 Jepson Center, Savannah $5 per child | Adults: members free / non-members $12
Start your day with art with this combined program: Jepson Center’s Art Start Stroller & Toddler Tour. Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Come play and learn as you explore this month’s featured exhibition, Bold Expressions!
SCAD students, alumni, and local high school students transform Savannah’s Forsyth Park into a technicolor landscape of chalk compositions for the chance to win coveted prizes @ SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival. Community members can walk through the outdoor gallery. Free & open to the public.
Join the Town of Thunderbolt to celebrate this year’s Earth Day theme, “Invest in our Planet”. Little J’s Farm host GOAT YOGA from 11AM to Noon. Purchase Goat Yoga tickets here.
The Town of Thunderbolt presents the 2023 Thunderbolt Blessing of the Fleet, a festival that pays tribute to Thunderbolt’s local shrimping and fishing industry, offering a fleet blessing, live music, vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, and free activities along the Wilmington River riverfront. Find more info here.
The Savannah Scottish Games is a grand celebration of Scottish heritage complete with music, dancing, athletic games, children’s activities, food and fun. With more than 3,000 people participating in this special event each year, Savannah’s Scottish Games is one of the largest and fourth oldest Games in the Southeast.
The Savannah Scottish Games welcomes the return of athletes, pipe bands, highland dancers, border collies, historic reenactors, Scottish vendors, Celtic musicians, and clans back to Bethesda Academy @ 9570 Ferguson Ave.
Savannah Cultural Arts Center will stream the sing-along Encanto for free at noon on Sat. April 29 2023 with arts activities before the movie.
“How Far Can I Rise? Through The Roof, To The Skies, Let’s Go!” Step into the theater at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center and get swept up in the magic during an interactive sing-along screening of Disney’s Encanto!
All ages welcome, costumes/dress up encouraged. Free & open to the public.
Doors at 11:30AM. Come for an interactive art activity before you grab your seat.
Movie at 12PM.
Please reserve one free ticket per seat in your party here.
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Looking for a fullfilling full-day summer camp for your child? Check out the much-beloved, well-established JEA Camp Savannah. Check out the camp schedule here.
Different, spirited weekly themes, field trips, special events are all part of the JEA camp tradition. Speciality camps and add-ons are also available.
JEA Camp Savannah is open to everyone entering grades K-10th grade.
For more information or questions about programming, please contact DJ Horton by email Camp@savj.org or Jackie Laban by email Jackiel@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111.
If you have questions about registration or financial assistance, please contact Camp Registrar, Sarah Docar by email Kids@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111 Ext 308.
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Free Saturday music & performances for all ages on lawn of Savannah Cultural Arts Center
This Saturday April 22 @ the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, bring your blankets and chairs and find a spot on the Savannah Cultural Arts Center lawn for free music and performances for all ages.
Host Jacob Evans will lead a series of musical and spoken performances for a variety show of Savannah artistic talent. Spend Earth Day outside with a show.
FREE, all ages
12-2PM Sat. April 22 2023
Bring chair or blanket as desired
Artists include: Jacob Evans, Marquice Williams, Jarrod White, and Markeya Relaford.