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.
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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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!
The holiday magic is back with Tybee Ballet Theatre’s Land of the Sweets, a 75min inclusive, relatable, and abbreviated version of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
Don’t miss out on this enchanting performance that brings the beauty of ballet to life for the whole family.
Show Date and Times: Nov. 23 2024
Location: Savannah Theatre
Times: Noon & 7PM
Whether you’re a ballet lover or just looking to start a new holiday tradition, Land of the Sweets is the perfect way to celebrate the season!
Here’s a chance for your child to experience Diwali, the festival of lights: free Kids’ Diwali Celebration, Sat. Nov. 9, noon-7PM @ BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir, 355 Canebrake Rd.
Free & open to the public. Please register in advance via QR code above.
Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It’s a time to come together and receive blessings with friends, family, and loved ones. For many Hindus, Annakut also marks the start of the Hindu New Year.
Come experience traditions with this diverse community through vibrant art ceremonies, beautiful devotional songs, and, of course, stunning lights.
Be sure to reserve a free spot in advance to ensure the best experience for you and all visitors.
Kids will build their play making skills with theater games and activities as we create a unique final performance for the last class. Oriented toward fun with the performance being a plus, kids that may not be available for the last class will still have fun and learn a lot from the class.
Thursdays from 5-6:15PM. 10/31 – 12/19 (7 sessions). $43.75/$35 City of Savannah resident. Deadline to register: Noon Tues. Oct. 29.
The beloved Disney classic, performed live @ Savannah Children’s Theatre for 12 performances only – featuring all the magic & music of the original, this enchanting fairy tale is fun for the whole family!
Reservations encouraged.
Purchase tickets online here or call 912.238-9015.
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1. Go see Beauty and The Beast at The Savannah Children’s Theatre 2. Take a pic with a member of the cast 3. Post it on social media (tagging @themagicalworldoftoys & @i_heart_sct on Instagram & The Magical World of Toys and Savannah Children’s Theatre on Facebook ) 4. Come into The Magical World of Toys through Nov 10th and show your post to get 10% off 1 item.
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Here’s a chance for Savannah middle and high school students to meet and hear insights from DeKalb County CEO and historian Michael Thurmond. This would be an stimulating FREE local event for students to receive extra credit for attending.
The 2024-2025 Georgia History Festival lecture will feature Michael Thurmond, DeKalb County CEO, historian, former Commissioner of Labor, and former member of the Georgia General Assembly on Thurs. Nov. 14, 6PM.
This engaging lecture will highlight the founding of the Georgia colony under the leadership of General James Edward Oglethorpe and examines Oglethorpe’s philosophical and moral evolution from slave trader to abolitionist. Mr. Thurmond is also the author of Freedom: Georgia’s Antislavery Heritage, 1733-1865 and A Story Untold: Black Men and Women in Athens History.
Location: The lecture will take place at Christ Church Episcopal, 28 Bull Street, in Savannah.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
This would be an ideal program for middle and high school age learners.
Let your little one explore their creative side this fall with visual arts classes designed just for them! Classes start back Oct. 14 2024. View the catalog below and visit savannahga.gov/artsclasses to register your child today!
Home School Art (Ages 6-12)
Youth Drawing and Painting (Ages 9-12)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Home School Clay (Ages 6-12)
All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
Get ready for a magical evening under the stars as the Town of Thunderbolt presents a FREE Family Movie Night on 5-9PM Sat. Nov. 9, 2024 at Cesaroni Park, 2817 3rd St.
Enjoy an outdoor screening of family film, ELF.
Food will be available for purchase from local food trucks. Complimentary popcorn. Bring your picnic blankets, mats, or folding chairs The movie starts at 6PM.
Children must be accompanied by an adult for safety.
Free parking will be available at designated areas around the park. Questions?Emailevents@thunderboltga.orgor call 912.713.7406.
Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
What to expect:
Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
This event is free and open to the public, 1-4PM on these upcoming Wednesdays:
10/16
11/13
12/11
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Free Drawing Club for Pre-Teens & Teens
Let your imagination run wild at this weekly drawing workshop @ SCAD Museum of Art for aspiring creatives focusing on the basic principles of art and design. Seek inspiration in the galleries, meet new friends, and begin preparing a portfolio of your work as museum educators offer tutorials to perfect your drawing skills.
This workshop for middle school and high school students is free and open to the public, 4PM Wednesdays starting Oct. 2 2024
To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
4PM on these upcoming Wednesdays:
Drawing Club dates: 10/2
10/9
10/16
10/23
10/30
11/6
11/13
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Free admission on second Sundays
SCAD MOA welcomes our Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge. Noon-5PM on these Second Sundays.
Come to SCAD MOA for a docent-led tour presented in American Sign Language. ASL interpreters translate insight and observations for deaf and hearing-impaired audiences.
RSVP at least 48 hours prior to the tour by contacting Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu. Sign language interpreters may be requested for all SCAD MOA tours with at least two weeks’ notice.
Let your little one explore their creative side this fall with visual arts classes designed just for them! Classes start back October 14 2024. View the catalog below and visit savannahga.gov/artsclasses to register your child today!
Home School Art (Ages 6-12)
Youth Drawing and Painting (Ages 9-12)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Home School Clay (Ages 6-12)
All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
Join us for an introductory bookbinding workshop for teens, where you’ll learn the basics of creating your own handmade books. Participants will explore essential techniques, from folding and stitching to assembling a simple, unique book to take home. Perfect for beginners or those looking to enhance their creative skills!
Homeschool Art class: Making Art with Madi 10AM-Noon Tuesdays & Thursdays. Observational Drawing. Drop-Ins welcome. Learn more & sign up online here.
Patterns and Portraits: inspired by @18lovesart Gallery Wall Artist Saturday Sept. 21 & 28 @ 10AM. For ages 5-14. Art supplies provided. Learn more & sign up online here.
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Let your imagination run wild at this weekly drawing workshop @ SCAD Museum of Art for aspiring creatives focusing on the basic principles of art and design. Seek inspiration in the galleries, meet new friends, and begin preparing a portfolio of your work as museum educators offer tutorials to perfect your drawing skills.
This workshop for middle school and high school students is free and open to the public, 4PM Wednesdays starting Oct. 2 2024
To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
4PM on these upcoming Wednesdays:
Drawing Club dates: 10/2
10/9
10/16
10/23
10/30
11/6
11/13
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Free admission on second Sundays
SCAD MOA welcomes our Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge. Noon-5PM on these Second Sundays.
Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
What to expect:
Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
This event is free and open to the public, 1-4PM on these upcoming Wednesdays:
10/16
11/13
12/11
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ASL Tours @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah
Come to SCAD MOA for a docent-led tour presented in American Sign Language. ASL interpreters translate insight and observations for deaf and hearing-impaired audiences.
RSVP at least 48 hours prior to the tour by contacting Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu. Sign language interpreters may be requested for all SCAD MOA tours with at least two weeks’ notice.
This year’s festival will feature homemade Greek foods, Greek desserts, Greek dancing, Greek music, church tours, market place, and more during the three-day celebration at St Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church at the Hellenic Center in Savannah.
On Thursday and Friday after 4PM and all day Saturday admission is $5. Children younger than 12 and military are admitted FREE.Learn more here.
Hellenic Community Center 14 West Anderson Street Savannah, GA 31401
Instructors are excited and designed an agenda that offers a variety of art mediums for beginner and experienced artists. Designed with small groups in mind to develop skill and apply self-expression.
Classes in animal drawing, embroidery, watercolor, crochet, portraiture, printmaking.
Armando is offering watercolor and gouache in the morning. Great for adults & homeschool.
Kaci is offering animal drawing & embroidery great for homeschooling & after school.
Samantha is offering crochet 2PM on Mondays.
Parker is offering printmaking Tuesdays and Thursdays for tweens.
Scribble also offers Art Classes in the afternoon & Portfolio Builder plus Art Birthdays.
Discover this laid-back Savannah spot to take your children to do a different kids’ art project each week: Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe.
Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe celebrates and supports the parent tribe by providing a family friendly art space combined with top-notch baked goods and craft coffee beverages.
Kids’ Art Project Weekly ThemesOffered Daily Weekdays & Weekends
The art space is open every day from 9AM- 5PM with no reservation needed, just walk on in!
Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during the new Artful Tales Story Time every Friday at 10:30AM in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center.
This enchanting program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, Telfair Museums’ skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting.
This event is free for Telfair members and included with general museum admission.
$5 per child. Adults: Members free, Non-members $12
Start your day with art. Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson in downtown Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Space is limited. Pre-register to secure your spot.
