Focused on water acclimation and fun, our parent-and-child lessons use songs and water play to help children explore the water with confidence and ease.
“No tears, No fear”— just smiles and splashes.
Find a Savannah-area location near you. Details here.
Brunch with Santa. Gingerbread House Unveiling. Christmas Lighting Ceremony. Holiday Cookie Decorating. Letters to Santa.
Find all of Savannah’s Plant Riverside District holiday fun here.
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Fri. Nov. 29 2024
(Savannah) Free Letters to Santa, 3PM @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Cafe. Kids can write and decorate their very own letters to the North Pole! With specially designed stationery, colorful colors, and stickers, kids of all ages can share their Christmas wishes, draw pictures, and let their imaginations soar. Once the letters are ready, they’ll be mailed in Plant Riverside District’s special holiday mailbox for a personalized reply from Santa himself, delivered right to their home. Activity Sheets available as well. Holiday drinks available for purchase. No reservations required. Details here.
(Savannah) Free Gingerbread House Unveiling, 4PM. Plant Riverside District, Generator Hall Lobby. Festive music, kids’ activities, and hot cocoa. Free & open to the public. Details here.
(Savannah) Free Lighting Ceremony, 6:30-7:30PM Plant Riverside District’s MLK Park. Free & open to the public. Holiday songs and spirit by the Southeast Coast Gospel Choir under the direction of Delandrian Aikens, a reading of ‘Twas the Night before Christmas by community leader Roger Moss, and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free & open to the public. Details here.
Holiday Cookie Decorating @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Cafe. Freshly baked cookies provided in fun holiday shapes—snowflakes, stockings, candy canes, and more—along with all the decorating essentials, from colorful icings and sprinkles to shimmering edible glitter. This event is perfect for decorators of all ages and skill levels. Take home your creations, or enjoy a taste right away! Cost: $25. Details here.
(Savannah) Brunch with Santa @ Plant Riverside District. A magical brunch filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Christmas crafts, Christmas face paint characters, classic holiday tale readings, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Details here.
Turbine Cafe in Plant Riverside District will provide freshly baked cookies in fun holiday shapes—snowflakes, stockings, candy canes, and more—along with all the decorating essentials, from colorful icings and sprinkles to shimmering edible glitter.
This event is perfect for decorators of all ages and skill levels.
Take home your creations, or enjoy a taste right away! Whether you’re making treats to share or just looking to get creative, Plant Riverside District’s Holiday Cookie Decorating event is a sweet way to celebrate the season together.
Join Coastal Heritage Society and Savannah Ghost Pirates at WIZARD NIGHT on Thurs. Dec. 19 2024 at 7PM @ Enmarket Arena. This event is a local non-profit fundraising night.
Coastal Heritage Society receives 25% of all ticket proceeds sold through the CHS unique link here.
Get ready for a magical night filled with potions, wands and hockey enchantment. Visit Coastal Heritage Society on the Enmarket Arena Mezzanine to learn about their museums, special events throughout the year and FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS!
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Experience the joy of wool felting as SCAD alum Ivy Anderson (B.F.A., fibers, 2024) introduces a study of two-dimensional invention. Guided by Anderson, an expert in textile manipulation, tap your creative vision for unique ornaments made from woolen fibers and yarn.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Tour SCAD MOA’s current exhibition offerings to inspire edible decorative elements on holiday cookies as assistant curator Brittany Richmond leads you through a celebration of charismatic confections and contemporary art at TAD Café.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Transform paper into festive sheets for wrapping gifts with SCAD MOA educators! Inspired by the colors, textures, and stories behind current exhibitions, employ watercolors and stamps to create distinctive gift wrap for lucky loved ones.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Calling all little creatives! Embark on a journey of artistic expression, discovery, and exploration with SCAD MOA educators. Brimming with imaginative activities designed just for kiddos, each day is packed with programming inspired by the latest exhibitions. While enjoying art projects, gallery visits, outdoor play, creative indoor games, dance parties, and, of course, snack time, your budding geniuses (and you) can form new friendships.
Mini Masters Morning is programmed for children ages 1–4. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
Kindermusik classes for ages 0-7 and their caregivers – weekly classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays (morning and evenings available!), and monthly classes offered on Saturdays!
Newborns thru 10 week old infants can attend for FREE! Text “FREE TRIAL” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com today.
HADESTOWN is a new Broadway musical based on the myth Orpheus & Eurydice. Filled with soulful music, this show is for teens who love to SING – or who can name all the Greek gods from the Percy Jackson series!
SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is set in the world of Bikini Bottom with SpongeBob, Sandy, Patrick & all their friends. We think it’s the best middle school show ever!
IMAGINE A DRAGON puts questing heroes & an army of princesses together at the Dancing Dragon Inn to save the day!
CREATIVE ADVENTURES is theatre fun for little ones, including story time, dress up, crafts & the chance to explore being on stage!
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Little ones can have fun in a holiday workshop this season at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! Registration is open for visual and performing arts workshops for ages 4 – 11. View the catalog below and sign up today!
Make a Dreidel (Ages 6-8)
Learn about the history of Hanukkah and make a clay dreidel!
Thursday, Dec. 19 | 5-6pm
Block Print Holiday Cards and Bookmarks for Families (Grades K-6)
Create block print holiday cards and bookmarks to take home!
Saturday, Dec. 21 | 9am-12pm
Sugar Plum Fairy Ballet Camp (Ages 7-10)
Focus on the basics of ballet through imagery, props, and technique!
Monday, Dec. 16 and Tuesday, Dec. 17 | 5-7pm
Frozen Fantasy Dance Camp (Ages 4-6)
Make our frozen fantasy come to life through dance, crafts, and more!
Registration takes place on CommunityPass. You must create a CommunityPass account and add all family members you wish to register for classes to the account.
All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center at 201 Montgomery St.
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Children are using technology more and more each year. While these devices offer educational content and entertainment, excessive use can lead to chronic negative side effects on their developing bodies and minds.
SouthCoast Health experts weigh in here with tips on how to balance screen time and American Academy of Pediatrics media use recommendations by age.
“Technology has transformed the way we live, and this impact is especially evident in how children grow and interact with the world,” SouthCoast Health Pediatrician, Dr. William Webb explained. “While some apps are excellent tools for educating our children in ways that we cannot, there’s also a downside. The distraction from devices can hinder children’s learning and development compared to past generations.”
If you have additional questions or concerns about how technology is affecting your child, give us a call at 912-691-3600 or visit SouthCoast Health online to schedule an appointment to meet with a member of SouthCoast pediatrics team.
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Each day children will get balance riding lessons, learn about caring for and feeding the horses, participate in team building games, and a surprise special activity.
Camp activities include: Mini Riding Lessons; Horsemanship Activities; Basic Horse Care; Games on Horseback; Team Building Exercises; Arts & Crafts
PRICE: $125 per child AGES: 6 – 12 Years Old TIMES: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM DATES: November 25th, 26th, 27th, 29th 2024
The JAM Urban Athletic Club November/December schedule is packed with classes and open to registration. More days, more classes, more choices to pick from including:
*Gymnastics for ages 18mo to 13
*Ninjastics for ages 5- 9
*Obstacle course for ages 10-13
*Parkour & weight lifting for ages 14 +
Spots are limited, make sure to register on time and get started .
Need a break this November? Whether you’re craving some child-free time, have errands to run, or just want to enjoy a movie night on the couch, The Jam UAC in Savannah has you covered!
Drop off your kids at their fun-filled Parents Night Out!
Looking for something fun to do when kids are out of school next week?
Savannah Children’s Museum will have a SPECIAL OPEN DAY on Tuesday, November 26 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, weather permitting.
Turkey Tuesday will feature Thanksgiving-themed storytime, arts & crafts, scavenger hunt plus learning through exploration and play. We look forward to seeing you there!
(SCM will be open regular hours 9AM-3PM Wednesday, November 27 and Friday, November 29, Saturday November 30, and Sunday December 1 but will be closed Thanksgiving Day)
Animal of the Day: 10AM Thurs. Nov. 7; 2PM Fri. Nov. 8; 10AM Tues. Nov. 12; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 14; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 21; 10AM Tues. Nov. 26; 10AM Sat. Nov. 30. Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals.
Archery: 10AM Sat. Nov. 9 & Sat. Nov. 23. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $10 per person. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the Visitor Center.
FALL into Crafting: Mon. Nov. 11. Stop into the Visitor Center to purchase your fall craft kit for just $2. Several seasonal crafts will be available throughout the day, while supplies last
Full Moon Hike: 6:30PM Fri. Nov. 15. Beaver Moon: Come view the Beaver Moon above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fungi Friday Hike: 10AM Fri. Nov. 29. A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail.
Gather ‘round the Campfire: 6-8PM Fri. Nov. 22. There’s a chill in the air and it’s the perfect time to get cozy around the campfire. Join us as we take this time to reflect on the last year and share what we’re most thankful for. Hot beverages will be provided while supplies last. Purchase a s’more kit for $2.00 while supplies last. Meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center.
Read with a Ranger: 10AM Tues. Nov. 19. Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: 3PM Wed. Nov. 13; 3PM Thurs. Nov. 21; 3PM Wed. Nov. 27. A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Skidaway Scavengers: 10AM-3PM Sun. Nov. 24. Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore!
Tree ID Hike: 10AM Sun. Nov. 17. Ever wonder, “What tree is that?” Come and find out. Our naturalist will lead a 1-mile hike, pointing out a variety of trees along the way. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead.
Make a mark that will celebrate your family over the holiday break November 23rd-24th and 26th 2024 @ Learning Through Studio’s family/group art making workshops.
You will learn the basics of mark-making by using printmaking techniques to create a customized mixed-media work of art. All art supplies are included. Feel free to bring your own snacks to share.
Each Family or group will leave with handmade mixed media painting on paper ready to decorate your home. Each participant will leave also with a 8×10 canvas panel to add to this memory. Framing information available by request.
Come ready to get messy and create art together ! Come create with us!
