Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler offers private & group art classes, birthday parties, adult art parties. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com . Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

No Worry Flu Season!

Dr. Steve Ranicki will host a FREE Flu talk Thursday, Nov. 15 from 6:30-8pm at The Ranicki Chiropractic Wellness Center at US Highway 80 West, Pooler GA 31322. Some of the topics covered will include: how to build a strong immune system, which warrior foods combat the flu and how to get over it fast if you do suffer symptoms.

For more information and to RSVP phone (912)748-1506, www.facebook.com/ranickichiropractic  .

You’re invited to Savannah Children’s Theatre’s Once Upon a Time Auction and Costume Gala, Sat. Nov. 3 at 6:30 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall,  3 West Liberty Street in downtown Savannah.

This festive evening is filled with wonderful auction items, a delicious Italian dinner and a cash bar. Some of the amazing auction items we have to offer include a football signed by Cam Newton, a cookbook set signed by Paula Deen, tickets to Dollywood, Six Flags, Medieval Times, The Georgia Aquarium,a carriage ride around downtown Savannah, wine tastings, floor refinishing, and more! Remember…the holidays are just around the corner!

Costumes are optional but fun is not!

Tickets are $25 each in advance or $30 at the door. Tables are available for $200.

Tickets are available at the theatre office at 2160 East Victory Drive in the Crossroads Shopping Center, online here or by phone at 912.238.9015.

Gala organizers have not forgotten the children! While you are enjoying the gala, your children are invited to our Fall Celebration Dance at the theatre. This fun evening is filled with dancing, food and a movie and is open to all kids between the ages of 7 and 18. Tickets are $20 and are available at the theatre office at 2160 East Victory Drive in the Crossroads Shopping Center, online here  or by phone 912.238.9015.

The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. will host Military Night Family Fun Night, Friday, November 2, 5:30-7:30pm

Free to all families

This FREE monthly event is from 5:30-7:30pm and will feature military vehicles for kids to explore and everyone has an opportunity to thank our soldiers. Attendees will have a chance to write a “thank you” and personalize a card to be sent to deployed soldiers. The event also includes museum admission, a picnic dinner, arts and crafts activity, The Sandbox Bounce House, and a chance to decorate your own cookie.

Come see military vehicles and meet our soldiers. Write a “thank you” note and personalize a card to send to deployed soldiers. Enjoy admission to the museum, picnic dinner, Sandbox Bounce House, arts and crafts activity, and decorate a cookie.

The Sandbox hosts monthly Family Fun Nights the first Friday of each month, September through May.

The Sandbox, 18-A Pope Ave, next to St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church, 843.842.7645 or email crinehart@thesandbox.org , www.thesandbox.org

The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. will host Military Night Family Fun Night, Friday, November 2, 5:30-7:30pm

Free to all families

This FREE monthly event is from 5:30-7:30pm and will feature military vehicles for kids to explore and everyone has an opportunity to thank our soldiers. Attendees will have a chance to write a “thank you” and personalize a card to be sent to deployed soldiers. The event also includes museum admission, a picnic dinner, arts and crafts activity, The Sandbox Bounce House, and a chance to decorate your own cookie.

Come see military vehicles and meet our soldiers. Write a “thank you” note and personalize a card to send to deployed soldiers. Enjoy admission to the museum, picnic dinner, Sandbox Bounce House, arts and crafts activity, and decorate a cookie.

The Sandbox hosts monthly Family Fun Nights the first Friday of each month, September through May.

The Sandbox, 18-A Pope Ave, next to St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, 843.842.7645 or email crinehart@thesandbox.org , www.thesandbox.org

The SCAD Museum of Art will offer free admission & activities for the whole family in celebration of its first anniversary on Saturday Oct. 27.

The following gallery activities, workshops and demonstrations will be offered from 2-5 p.m.
•Children can become art detectives, searching for clues and earning stickers as they participate in a scavenger hunt through museum galleries.
•Learn to create your own tessellated 3-D shapes from laser cut paper in a sculpture workshop with SCAD professor Andrew Scott.
•Find out how to use a live model as drawing inspiration in a portraiture demonstration with SCAD professor James Langley.
•Storytelling with SCAD student Samantha Reveley allows children to step into an imaginary world where they design their own characters.

SCAD Radio DJs will play music in the museum courtyard and there will be a special appearance by the SCAD mascot Art the Bee.

The SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Ave., Savannah, 31401, www.scadmoa.org

The public is invited to the Fall Festival at Providence Church at 171 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Is.

Sunday, Oct 28th, from Noon-3pm.

Hayrides, games, BBQ, bounce houses, pumpkin and face decorating, professional portraits, cotton candy, etc. Fun for all! 171 Cordillo Parkway, HHI 29928

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Cabins For You is a family-owned, professionally managed cabin rental company providing mountain cabins for all different budgets and needs.

Every member of Cabins For You staff is here to make each step of your vacation as pleasant and stress-free as possible, from your first browse on our website to the moment you check out of your cabin.

The remaining dates for the rest of October-November 10th are 20% off (excludes budget properties). Please use the promo code FALL COLOR when you book to get the 20% off discount.

Cabins For You staff have visited each of their cabins, so they can give you a truly personal experience. They have one and two bedroom cabins for honeymoons, romantic weekends and small families; their large group cabins can accommodate up to over fifty people, and are ideal for church retreats, family reunions and couples’ getaways.

Cabins For You also offers some unique vacation packages, including honeymoon specials, girls’ weekends and luxury retreats. Gift baskets are available, along with in-house massages, candlelit dinners and more.

All of the cabins have fully-equipped kitchens, comfortable interiors and that Smoky Mountain atmosphere you love. Most of the cabins are located just minutes from either downtown Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg, so you will be near all the shops, dining and attractions during your stay.

If you’re looking for a lavish escape, Cabins For You has luxury cabins with incredible views and tons of amenities. For those seeking a more budget-friendly getaway, there are cabins under $100 per night, an Cabins For You often runs specials. Please like Cabins For You on Facebook here to stay updated on deals & specials.

Cabins For You also offers pet-friendly cabins, family-friendly cabins and extras such as pool tables, Foosball, fireplaces, hot tubs, air hockey tables, arcade games, big screen TVs, cabins with pool access and so much more! The Cabins For You Web site is easy to browse, and their blog gives helpful ideas on vacation planning. Reservation specialists are ready to take your call today! Call 1-800-684-7865.

Please like Cabins For You on Facebook here to get exclusive deals!

Cabins For You, www.cabinsforyou.com , emailbrittani@cabinsforyou.com , 1-800-684-7865  Cabins for You is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Kids can get cash, prevent cavities & support our troops at Simply Children’s Dentistry’s Candy Buy-Back Program in Savannah.

In an effort to promote healthy teeth and raise a cavity-free generation, Dr. Kamiti Harden at Simply Children’s Dentistry holds this Halloween candy buy-back program each year.

Staff will weigh the candy & pay your child $1 per pound of candy up to 5 pounds. In addition, each child will receive a new toothbrush. All the candy will be mailed overseas to the troops.

The candy buy-back will be 5-8 PM PM Sat. Nov. 2 2012 at Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah GA 31405. For more info, call: (912) 353-9993. Open to all kids 12 & younger.

Simply Children’s Dentistry, 613 Stephenson Ave Suite 201, Savannah 31405; www.simplychildrens.com , email: businessassistant@simplychildrens.com , (912) 353-9993. Simply Children’s Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

On Wed. Oct. 31, Stroller Stong Moms invites you to a Halloween Theme class with a ‘Stroller or Treat’ afterwards for the toddlers to visit each stroller for a treat and then a potluck after class.

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Nobody does the holidays like Disney! All four Walt Disney World Theme Parks are transformed into the “Merriest Place on Earth”. Every corner of the “world” immerses you in the holiday magic. Below are a few of the highlights:

• Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: On select nights in November and December, join some of your favorite Disney Character friends at Magic Kingdom Park for this memorable event featuring a special parade, festive fireworks, Cinderella Castle covered in thousands of twinkling lights, and even some snow.
• Resort Decorations: No holiday visit to Walt Disney World will be complete without a tour of the elaborate resort decorations. From the Gingerbread house at Grand Floridian to the giant tree at the Wilderness Lodge, it’s definitely worth spending a few hours checking out all of the amazing decorating. Not to mention… it’s FREE!!
• Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights: Each year this breathtaking display along the Streets of America inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios features millions of glittering lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music. The lights are so extensive you may find it hard to comprehend their magnitude… this is definitely a MUST see!!

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• Candlelight Processional: Held nightly at Epcot this special holiday event retells the stirring story of Christmas with a celebrity narrator, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir. What better way to get in the Christmas spirit and share the magic of the season. To ensure seating for this unforgettable spectacle, you can participate in a Candlelight Dinner Package which provides guaranteed seating.

Book now and experience the magic for yourself, and you can save up to 30% on your resort stay! Get your complimentary, no-obligation Walt Disney World vacation quote here and be sure to mention you found Mouse Tales Travel through Southern Mamas.

Tara McCoy, Disney Vacation Specialist at Mouse Tales Travel
803.816.0686
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Disney Vacation Specialist Tara McCoy. Become a Facebook fan at facebook.com/EnchantedTravel. Visit Mouse Tales travel blog at www.mousetalestravel.com/blog, 803.816.0686, Tara McCoy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Are you as smitten with these newborn portraits as we are?

That’s the effect of newborn photography by Stayce Koegler Photography in Savannah: you fall in love with these little, tiny people every time you see one of her newborn portrait shots. Which is why we know you will be excited about the following news.

Stayce K is thrilled to announce the arrival of ‘Teeny Weeny Sessions!” Newborn Sessions available at Stayce’s in-home studio or the comfort of your own home.

Stayce’s goal is to capture those tiny toes, those perfectly round cheeks and that soft skin before you blink and they are off to college!

Your Stayce Koegler Photography  session is custom to your new addition and there is never any rush. Sessions can last up to 2 hours with plenty of time for nursing or snuggling when needed.

Bring your newborn hats along or your favorite blanket. Stayce will have all her goodies, too!

Session Fee is $175 and includes an online gallery of images and up 10 images of your choice on a disc for your own printing.

A portion of all session fees will be donated to the Josephine De Mello SIDS Foundation.

Stay connected with Stayce K Photography by “liking” her Facebook page here.

Stayce Koegler Photography, www.staycekoegler.com, staycekoegler@hotmail.com Stayce Koegler Photography is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Sycamore at The Stadium is a FREE, 2-day baseball camp Nov. 10 & 11th at Grayson Stadium in Savannah.

For boys & girls ages 8-12.
2012 Camp Schedule:

Saturday, November 10th:
8:30 – Registration
9:00- 9:15 – Welcome
9:15 – 12:25 – Work Stations
12:30 -1:00 – Chick-Fil-A Lunch
1:00 – Dismiss

Sunday, November 11th:
1:30 – Registration
2:00 – 4:20 – Games
4:25 – 4:45 – Plan of Salvation
5:00 – Dismiss

For more details or to sign up, click here.

Check out some of the new brands Savannah Baby Co. will start carrying!

Maxi-Cosi, Quinny USA, Wee Gallery, Charlie Banana, Jellystone Designs, Green Toys, Rockin’ Green Soap, The Sili Squeeze. It’s Not a Bottle. It’s a Squeeze., Puj Baby, BabyLegs, and more!

Please “like” the Savannah Baby Co. Facebook page here to stay updated on sales & deals!

SouthernMamas.com readers receive a ticket discount for Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy in Savannah.

Use the code MAMAS to receive $5 off tickets. Valid on the $15 and $20 price levels only. (Additional fees may apply). Don’t forget: the Opening night discount of $12 on all non-vip tickets. (Excludes Rinkside and VIP seating)

The high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars will race across the ice at the Savannah Civic Center, Nov. 29-Dec. 2.

The seven performances at Savannah Civic Center will also feature The Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom, the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as well as the heroic action of Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the Toy Story gang.

From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters.

Tickets start at just $15 and are on sale now, available at the Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com , charge-by-phone at 1-800-351-7469. To learn more about Disney On Ice, produced by Feld Entertainment, visit www.disneyonice.com.

Savannah Disney on Ice Show Schedule
Thursday, November 29 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 30 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 1 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 2 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

Trunk or Treat Bible Baptist Church Fall Fun Trunk or Treat and games 6 PM Wed. Oct. 31 4700 Skidaway Road Savannah, GA 31404 Contact: Rachael Heath, 912.352.3020, rheath@bbsav.org .

Don’t miss the Kids-on-Stage production of The Neverending Story at The Savannah Children’s Theatre !

Showtimes are October 26-28 and November 2-4 Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm

For ticket info, click here. Tickets can be purchased at www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org or at the theatre box office the mornings of the shows. 2160 E. Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center, next to the Piggly Wiggly. 912-238-9015.

Jacob G. Smith Elementary and TailsSpin Pet Supply Store invite all families, pets and pet lovers, as their joining forces to hold the Third Annual Savannah PAWrade featuring pet costume parade and contest, on Lamara Street, adjacent to Habersham Village, this Sat. Oct. 27 2012, from 11 AM-3PM.

Events to include Pet Costume parade and contest, FREE giveaways, Celebrity Host and Judges, Music and Food, Children’s Carnival, Local Vendors and Artists, Dog Wash, Pet Nail Trimming and TailsSpin’s signature Low-Cost Pet Microchipping and Vaccine Clinic.

There is no entry fee to the event. But there’s a $10.00 entry fee per pet for the Pet Costume Parade and Contest. The Savannah PAWrade and costume contest will boast a line of exciting prizes for first, second and third placed winners, from Blue Buffalo, Dublin Georgia’s Hitek Rations, Nutricource, Precise, and Natural Balance Pet Food Manufacturers, and Gift Certificates from TailsSpin Pet Supply Store.

Fourteen of the Greater Savannah Pet Rescue Agencies are scheduled to participate, bringing opportunity to place the animals in their forever homes. Jacob G. Smith’s PTA will host many kid activities throughout the day, such as Cake Walk and Pumpkin Painting.

For every pet adoption, TailsSpin Pet Supplies will assist new pet owners by giving them a FREE small bag of dog food (up to $20.00 Value), FREE engraved ID tag ($5.00 Value), FREE Dog Wash at its Pooler location (up to $18.00 Value), and 10% off their purchase that day (Priceless).

100% of the money raised from the event will be divided among Jacob G. Smith Elementary and the participating pet rescue agencies. For more information regarding the entry form and event, please visit www.TailsSpin.com .

FOR MORE LOCAL KID-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENTS, CLICK HERE.

About Habersham Village Shopping Center
Habersham Village Shopping Center is located on Habersham Street, between 61st and 63rd streets. It is Savannah’s most established neighborhood shopping center with a premiere location in Midtown Savannah, just a few blocks from Memorial and St. Joseph’s / Candler. At Habersham Village you’ll find restaurants, a grocery store, a camera shop, a pharmacy, a liquor store, a bakery, a pet store, a frozen yogurt store, a dry cleaner, a children’s clothing shop and more.

Don’t miss the Kids-on-Stage production of The Neverending Story at The Savannah Children’s Theatre !

Showtimes are October 26-28 and November 2-4 Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm

For ticket info, click here. Tickets can be purchased at www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org or at the theatre box office the mornings of the shows. 2160 E. Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center, next to the Piggly Wiggly. 912-238-9015.