Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers children art classes as well as girls’ night out adult workshops where you can turn your favorite photograph into a work of art. For more information about sessions, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah now has a new class schedule available! Please check www.TheScribbleArtStudio.com for further details.

Sign up your son or daughter today and give them the gift of creativity.

Portrait workshops make a unique, fun gift for the holidays as well as wonderful birthday parties/ladies night out! All ages and experience levels welcome.

Holiday workshops available at a discounted price. Workshops are 2hours, include all supplies and light refreshments. You can drop off your child while you get some holiday shopping done.

Contact Carrie Christian at 912.323.0123 or email carriechristian@hotmail.com 

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers children art classes as well as girls’ night out adult workshops where you can turn your favorite photograph into a work of art. For more information about sessions, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Looking for something to do with the kids this holiday break?

Check out the SCAD Museum of Art, from its glowing outdoor chairs to the interactive one-of-a-kind touch table, the museum is sure to inspire.

Free admission for children under 14.

For more information visit, www.scadmoa.org  or call 912.525.7191. SCAD MOA is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. Savannah, 31401

Check out Inspire Creativity’s new Web site here and the new workshops below. Inspire is offering $10 off gift certificates for the holidays! Gift Certificates can be in any dollar amount over $20. Imagine giving a busy mom or dad the gift of a time out just for them! More info here.

Mommy’s Time Out
psst… this makes a GREAT gift!
These workshops are designed to give Mom and Dad a break by educating and entertaining up to 8 children with fun activities that stimulate their imaginations.
For ages 1+.
$50*

Super Science
Super Science workshops cover anything and everything science related! From color and light to energy and insects, each workshop is designed around the interests of the child(ren). For ages 2+.
$75*

My masterpiece
My Masterpiece workshops include all things art! Clay, paint, mosaics, drawing, jewelry making, and crafts are just a few of the possibilities! For ages 2+.
$75*

Ready to read (series)
The Ready to Read series of workshops is specially designed to introduce, reinforce, and expand on pre-reading and early reading skills. These typically include 6-8 sessions and include pre and post assessments by a certified early childhood teacher who also is the instructor.
For ages 2+.
(these workshops, like all of our workshops, can be modified for children with special needs.)
$50 per session*

Magic Math (series)
The Magic Math series of workshops is specially designed to introduce, reinforce, and expand on early math concepts.
These typically include 6-8 sessions and include pre and post assessments by a certified early childhood teacher who is also the instructor.
For ages 2+.
(these workshops, like all of our workshops, can be modified for children with special needs.)
$50 per session*

Birthday Party Workshops
Inspire Creativity Workshops offers special sessions for your birthday boy or girl! From one activity with a small group of children to full day events with a large group of children and adults…we do it all! Each workshop or event is carefully designed around what you are looking for. For ages 1+.
(Unable to estimate a price. Call for a FREE, NO-PRESSURE quote!)

Healing through art and imagination
Inspire offers a unique approach to physical and mental healing. These workshops are open-ended and centered around expression. HAI workshops are designed with the parents and caregivers in order to provide the best possible support for the child. These workshops are incredibly beneficial for children with attention disorders, medical involvement, grief, a history of traumatic events,
or physical/developmental disabilities. For ages 2+.
$75*

Move to the music
Move to the Music workshops are geared towards physical activity, gross motor skills, and creative expression through sound and music.
For ages 1+.
$40*

Creative expression
Creative Expression workshops are designed to promote creative thinking through imaginative play, theater, music, writing, and speaking.
For ages 3+
$40*

Wedding workshop
Inspire is now offering WEDDING WORKSHOPS! Many times, Brides and Grooms want to provide child care for their ceremony guests. Inspire will not only provide the child care for children ages 0-12, but incorporate a wonderful (no-mess) art activity that will become a truly unique and beautiful wedding keepsake for the Bride and Groom!
$150
(includes 2 hours of child care for up to 10 children
and materials!)

Infant Art
Yes, you read that right…Infant Art! I get asked regularly what I can do with infants (younger than 1 year old). My answer is, ‘You’d be surprised!!’ Infants are uninhibited explorers and immensely creative by nature. Let Inspire work with your little one to nurture their imaginations!
$50*

HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
$10 off in December 2011
Holiday Cards
Are you tired of sending out the same old holiday cards each year? Getting bored with the same old photo cards? Let Inspire work with your children to create unique and beautiful holiday cards for all your family and friends! For ages 1+.
$50* (will make up to 60 cards!)

Family Art
Looking for a special gift for the grandparents? Or maybe you want to create something for your own home that is truly representative of you and your family? Inspire will provide the materials, guidance, and finishing work to a masterpiece that YOUR FAMILY creates! For ages 1+.
$120* (based on large canvas painting)

Gifts from the heart
Children often have a very hard time deciding what to give as gifts to their family and friends. And many times it comes down to mom and dad putting yet another macaroni necklace into a drawer! This year, have Inspire work with your child(ren) to create special and unique gifts that your child will be proud to give! For ages 1+.
$100* (will make up to 20 gifts!)

Inspire Creativity Workshops, www.inspiresav.com; On Facebook here; email director@inspiresav.com, 330-687-7956

Need a few hours to run errands this holiday season?
Scribble Art Studio in Savannah is offering workshops for children ages 2 and older. Students will have fun while making a variety of holiday-inspired activities. These art workshops are available Mon-Thurs mornings/early afternoons. 1-2 hours. Visit Scribble’s Facebook page here for updated workshop times.

Please call or email for details. Email scribbleartstudio@hotmail.com  or call 912.323.0123.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers children art classes as well as girls’ night out adult workshops where you can turn your favorite photograph into a work of art. For more information about sessions, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Celebrate this holiday season with Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang at Savannah Children’s Theatre!

Featuring Lucy, Schroeder, Snoopy, Linus & his blankie, Patty, and of course, Charlie Brown as well as other memorable characters. Kids will love Snoopy masked as the Red Baron and lots of song and dance. While some of the production might be a little over the heads for the preschooler set, the show is a fine fit for elementary ages and up.

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
December 2, 9 & 16 at 7pm
December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18 at 3pm
Click here to purchase tickets!

Meet the Peanuts Gang Sat. December 10, 2011

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the gang will be gift wrapping for charity at Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Oglethorpe Mall from 10am-2pm Sat. Dec. 10! Do your holiday shopping, donate to a good cause, and have your photo taken with the Peanuts gang all in one spot!

Save the date: ‘Seussical’ coming in January

Savannah Children’s Theatre is proud to present their next Main Stage production, Seussical! This zany romp through the imagination of Dr. Seuss will be playing from Jan. 20 through Feb. 5 2012. Every Who down in Whoville will want tickets to this magical musical, so get your’s today! Tickets make great stocking stuffers. Click here to purchase tickets.

Savannah Children’s Theatre, 912 238 9015, 2160 E Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center, Savannah, 31404, www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org/

S.P.A.C.E. Visual Arts Classes Now Registering in Savannah
Fiber weaving, sculpture and stained glass box making among new offerings

Savannah’s Place for Art, Culture and Education (S.P.A.C.E.) is now registering students for its winter/spring visual arts classes and workshops. Day and evening sessions are offered for children, teens and adults in all skill levels. Sessions begin January 7 and are held at the Department of Cultural Affairs S.P.A.C.E. studios, located at 9 W. Henry St.

Six week classes are available, as well as weekend workshops. Visual arts sessions include ceramics, metals, glass, fibers, painting and drawing. New offerings include a loom making and fiber weaving, sculpture, parent and teen wheel-throwing and a stained glass box making workshop.

Class fees include instruction, use of studio space, use of equipment and all materials and tools required. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Credit cards are accepted. Registration forms are available online at www.savannahga.gov/arts  or by calling (912) 651-6783.

FOR A COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF CHILD & ADULT WORKSHOPS for winter/spring 2012, including times, dates, cost & more details, click here.

S.P.A.C.E. is Savannah’s Place for Art, Culture and Education, 9 W. Henry St., www.savannahga.gov/arts.

You’re invited: Pottery Sale & Holiday Ornament Making Workshop at Tiffany Drabek Pottery Studio, Savannah.
Friday & Saturday November 25 & 26
9 am To 4 pm

Ornament Workshop

Looking for something to do with family and friends during the Thanksgiving weekend? Enjoy the holiday season together while you make clay ornaments. Each participant will receive a large rolled out soft slab of clay with which they will make 10-15 ornaments using cookie cutters. They can decorate their ornaments with stamps and texture tools. They will be fired in the kiln and ready for pick up within two weeks. At home, the ornaments can be spray painted with gold, or hand painted with acrylics and glitter.

Walk In Rate: $8/pp with 1-9 participants

Reservation Rate: $7/pp with 1-9 Participants (If you reserve in advance by emailing or a phone call, you save $1!)

Large Groups (10 +): Church Groups, Schools, Clubs, Organizations, etc.

Please call 692-0659 for reduced rates with groups of 10 or more participants. Also, alternative dates and times are available for large groups by reservation if the date of the event doesn’t work for you. If you are a school and need this at your location, Tiffany can bring the workshop to you! This opportunity will be offered through mid-December.

Pottery Sale

You may be looking for something unique to give as Christmas or Chanukah gifts. The pottery sale will have chip-n-dip plates, bowls, salt and pepper shakers, French butter dishes, berry bowls, yarn bowls and more.

Enjoy some sweets and coffee at Tiffany Drabek Pottery Studio as we celebrate this festive season!

Tiffany Drabek Pottery Studio
215 East 64th Street
Ornament Workshop Reservations: 692-0659
tiffanydrabek@gmail.com
www.tiffanydrabekdesigns.com

Tiffany Drabek Pottery Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah presents Sock Monkey Portaits, 6-8 PM Sat. Nov. 19 at Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. Proceeds benefit Live Oak Children’s Therapy.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers children art classes as well as girls’ night out adult workshops where you can turn your favorite photograph into a work of art. For more information about sessions, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We’re looking forward to partaking in one of these painting parties for adults at Scribble Art Studio in Savannah in a few weeks! Now the challenge is selecting the best photo to turn into a work of art! Can’t wait to see how it turns out.

Come to  Angela Beasley’s Puppet People last Second Saturday Show of the 2011 year!

This is a public show, so grab your family and friends, and come see The Three Pigs of Huge Proportions and The Tinny Tiny Wolf!!!

Saturday, November 12, 10-11 AM

At the Puppet People Party Place
3119 Furber Avenue
Savannah, GA 31404
$10 for Kids – FREE for Adults
**Includes Mommy and Me Puppet Making**

Puppet People, 912.355.3366, www.PuppetPeople.com, email puppets@puppetpeople.com,  3119 Furber Ave. , Thunderbolt, 31404.  Puppet People is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Mark Nov. 19 down on your calendar and join Scribble Art Studio at the 2011  Savannah Children’s Book Festival in Forsyth Park. Scribble has new things in store to show you including a Draw Your Fairytale Book and a cute, fun craft for kids.

The 2011 Savannah Children’s Book Festival is set for Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Forsyth Park in Savannah. The festival is presented by Live Oak Public Libraries and the City of Savannah. The eighth annual festival celebrates the joy of reading, the power of the written word and the magic of storytelling with children’s book authors and illustrators from around the country. The festival will also include more than 60 Coastal Authors, arts and crafts, an International Tent, a variety of food and entertainment, a Book Walk and graphic novel/comics area.

To read the many talented guests in this year’s lineup click here.

Major sponsors are the Live Oak Public Libraries Foundation and Gulfstream Aerospace.

Rain location for the event is the Savannah Civic Center. For more information, call 912-652-3689. For updates, refresh this page or visit the library’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/liveoakpubliclibraries

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers children art classes as well as girls’ night out adult workshops where you can turn your favorite photograph into a work of art. For more information about sessions, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Only a couple spots open in Art on the Park after-school late Fall classes! Register by Thurs. Nov 3 and receive 10% class price as a new student to Art on the Park! Mention Southernmamas.com to receive your discount!

Autumn Art- For ages 5-7.
Tuesdays- 415-530pm- Starting Nov. 8
This Fall, students will investigate nature and how it can influence art! Lessons will still feature artists who capture the concept of using natural materials or using nature as inspiration in their artwork. Leaf prints, natural homemade art materials, recycling and more. 6 Student Limit.

Upper-Elementary Drawing- Drawing Techniques for Ages 9-11.
Wednesdays- 4-515pm- Starting Nov. 9
Drawing is the foundation to any fine art focus. This Fall, we will further develop lessons from early-fall session as well as working on charcoal drawing and basic portraiture. This is a great class for those interested in applying to local art magnet schools. Winter and Spring sessions will provide deeper focus and new techniques including color, however it’s recommended to take this class as a basis. Private portfolio development is also offered for an additional cost. 6 Student Limit.

Creative Crafting for Girls- A Fine-Arts take on Craft-Making for Ages 6-8.
Thursdays- 4-515pm- Starting Nov 3

Let’s face it- crafting is part of the creative process! If you know me well, you know I can’t stray too far from teaching strong foundational values in fine arts- so I will be sure to infuse the fun with teachings about these craft origins and place in art history. Decoupage, beading, and much more! Complete curriculum provided upon registration . All materials included. 6 Student Limit.

To register contact Art on the Park at 912.354.5988 or email tskart@yahoo.com

Art on the Park Studio: Situated directly on Daffin Park, the studio is a great place to spread out, get messy, and take play breaks if needed. Art on the Park Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We can’t say enough about the amazing children’s art classes at Scribble Art Studio in Savannah.

Check out Scribble’s new winter class schedule above. A variety of fun, interesting offerings for children starting as young as 4.

Below are two sweet examples of art made by students at Scribble Art Studio:

To register for a class, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Click here for more info. 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

UPDATE: WINNER IS

Rachel Bruce!

Congratulations Rachel!!!

This week, SouthernMamas.com is giving away a family-four pack of tickets to Barney Live in Concert World Premiere Tour. The show “Birthday Bash!” is coming to the Johnny Mercer Theater at Savannah Civic Center 3 PM & 6:30 PM Thurs. Nov. 10 2011.

To enter to win, “like” either Barney Live on Facebook by clicking here or SouthernMamas.com on Facebook here. Then post a picture of your little one (s) in this year’s Halloween costume or a past year’s. Deadline to enter to win is noon Oct. 30. We’ll pick a winner & announce the winner here and on SouthernMamas.com Facebook.

Can’t wait for the giveaway: Save $3 per ticket!
Use the code PURPLE online at etix.com or savannahcivic.com to receive the discount. To charge by phone, call 801-351-7469 or 912-651-6557.
(Discount excludes Gold Circle & Dino Seats. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Discount cannot be combined with any other discount.)

Celebrate with Barney™ at his birthday party! This BRAND NEW, interactive, live stage concert, features more than 25 fun and upbeat tunes, including favorites such as “Mr. Knickerbocker,” “Dino Dance,” “Baby Bop Hop,” and “Rock ‘n Roll Star” You’ll be singing and dancing in the aisles with your favorite purple dinosaur and his friends Baby Bop™, BJ™ and Riff™. It’s a fun filled show all about sharing, caring and friendship – brought to you by the power of your imagination.

Ticket information
• Ticket prices: $15, $25, $30 (Gold Circle), & $50 (Dino Seats).
• Group discounts available. Groups 15+ call 912-651-6557.
• Get the ultimate fan experience with Dino Seats!
The Dino Seats Package includes a VIP Seat and a pre-show Meet & Greet photo opportunity with Barney!
• Additional fees/surcharges may apply.

Performance Schedule
Thursday, November 10: 3 PM & 6:30 PM at Savannah Civic Center.

Scribble Art Studio is not just for kids! Now parents can get in on the fun and creativity while painting with their friends. Join Scribble Oct. 20 from 8-9:30pm for a Portrait Workshop. Enjoy turning your favorite photo into a unique work of art. Canvases will be ready to go, absolutely no experience necessary! See image above for details!
· – $65 per person
· – All supplies included
· – Light refreshments and wine provided
· – Please email your chosen image to ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com  no later than Oct. 16

Click here for more info about Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401, tel: 912.323.0123, email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah is a fun, creative spot to celebrate your child’s birthday party.

Art Parties are $150 for 2hrs. and accommodate up to 20 guests comfortably.

Parties include mural, painting, and craft all designed around the birthday boy/girl’s chosen theme, supplies are not included but usually run between $40-$60 depending on the number of guests. You will not be charged for unused supplies and  artist Carrie Christian, owner of Scribble, is happy to work within a budget.

Parents are responsible for refreshments and paper products, however Scribble Art Studio now offers all
inclusive party packages, inquire for details.

Here’s an added perk: Scribble Art Studio is responsible for all set up and clean up!

Even better: Gigi’s Cupcakes can deliver cupcakes to Scribble Art Studio.

Personalized Invitations and Party Decorations by Kay Loves Candy are now available, inquire for more details

A photo shoot, which includes fun dress up accessories, will be held at the end of party, parents will be mailed a disc with photos as a party keepsake!

To book a birthday party, contact Carrie at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com . Click here for more info. 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, 31401. Scribble Art Studio a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Ticket sales begin this Monday Oct. 10 for DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Savannah Art’s Academy.

Savannah Arts Academy’s Theater Department in collaboration with the departments of Choral Music and Dance are proud to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast as their 2011-2012 musical. Tickets may be purchased in the school office from 9:00 – 2:00 Monday through Friday.

Performance dates are as follows:
Thursday, October 20 @ 7 pm
Friday, October 21 @ 7 pm (Dinner Theater begins at 6:00pm w/ reserved seating in the theater)
Saturday, October 22 @ 7 pm (Dinner Theater begins at 6:00pm w/ reserved seating in the theater)
Sunday, October 23 @2:30pm

Tickets are: $25 for dinner theater and reserved seating in the theater; $10 for adults; $7 for students and senior citizens.

Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Avenue, Savannah, GA 31405, (912) 395-5000

UPDATE: Winner is Julie Scott!! This week win four tickets to TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE family Zydeco concert at 3 PM
Saturday, October 22 at American Legion Post 135 in Savannah! Watch a snippet of a family zydeco concert here. The foot-stomping zydeco band will have families dancing and will teach children more about the Creole music of southwest Louisiana and the Texas gulf coast.

This kid-friendly afternoon dance & concert is part of the SAVANNAH MUSIC FESTIVAL (SMF) new programming that includes a year-round concert series – SMF LIVE – featuring some of the music world’s most acclaimed performers, increased distribution of its concert recordings to public and satellite radio, and music education programs that span the entire year. The complete program for the 2012 Savannah Music Festival, which takes place March 22 through April 7, will be announced in early November.

To win tickets, visit the Savannah Music Festival’s new Facebook page here; “like” the page; then answer this question on their Facebook wall: “What is your child’s favorite instrument?” Or, for those kiddies too young to have one, “What instrument do you want your child to play when they’re old enough?” Pls say SouthernMamas.com sent you! Deadline to enter to win is noon Sun. Oct. 9. We’ll announce the winner here and on SouthernMamas.com Facebook!

Not into Facebook? Enter to win by answering the question by commenting below this post. Click on comments.

Learn more about this upcoming family zydeco arts-in-education ‘informance’ (informational performance) here.

Can’t wait for the giveaway? Order tickets here. Kids’ tickets for the show have to be purchased over the phone 912.525.5050 and picked up at will call OR in person at the box office (216 East Broughton St).

Pinocchio wins as the most talented ice-skater in “Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” at the Savannah Civic Center Thursday. But the crowd favorite when it comes to storyline, songs & characters was the Lion King.

Opening night of Disney on Ice was a big hit. This mama’s favorite part of the two-hour show was “It’s a Small World After all.” Kids swooned over the princesses, of course, and the Toy Story characters & Goofy driving the zamboni.

If you’re headed to the show this weekend, cue for the best time to run to the bathroom right before intermission is the Small World bit. Don’t forget: SouthernMamas.com readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! VIP’s are not included.

We hope everyone else who attended opening night tonight (including the four SouthernMamas.com winners of family four-packs: Penny Maggioni, Nikki Haborak, Sarah Nussbaum,  Laura Gresham) enjoyed the show as much as we did.

To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

Disclosure: SouthernMamas.com is a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for our time and efforts in attending shows and reporting our opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided SouthernMamas.com with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy Fall classes begin this month. Register now! Coastal Performing Arts Academy offers:
ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, pointe, musical theatre, hip hop, ballroom & adult classes

• You can register every Monday thru August from 4-7 PM in Springfield.
• Pooler registration is Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 4:30-8:30 PM. Check out the new classes and get ready to dance!!
• Check the website at www.coastalperformingartsacademy.com  for the fall schedule!!
• Free ballet shoes with completed registration when you mention you read about Coastal Performing Arts Academy on SouthernMamas.com.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy opened seven years ago by owner and director Dawn Oswald. The studio has seen much growth over the last seven years and is now represented in three studios: Pooler Studio, Springfield Studio and their new Little Starz Dance Academy & Birthday Center located next to our Pooler Studio.

CPAA specialilzes in pre-school dance curriculum and competition/performance companies.

Your rising star will explore the world of creativitiy through movement, music, dance, imaginative play, and emotional expression, as well as develop a sense of self-respect, discipline, leadership and poise. These attributes provide a solid foundation for your child’s future endeavors.

Coastal Performing Arts Academy, www.coastalperformingartsacademy.com  Connect with Coastal Performing Arts on Facebook here. Call 912.656.1744. Coastal Performing Arts Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We love that The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) is now offering a year-round concert series – SMF LIVE – that includes a family zydeco concert Oct. 22 & music education programs for school children such as the Roger Day Marsh Madness Concert Sept. 26.

Of course, the main 2012 Savannah Music Festival will take place March 22 through April 7. But this new SMF LIVE Concert Series runs from September through April.

The new series includes the following performances:

Roger Day’s Marsh Madness, 11 AM Sept. 26 at the Trustees Theater (216 E. Broughton Street). Details here.
Nashville-based musician Roger Day (Parent’s choice award winner) will perform his latest show, Marsh Madness, co-commissioned by the Georgia Sea Grant and the Savannah Music Festival. Songs such as Fiddler Groove, Jesse the Turtle Girl, Alligator in My Refrigerator and Mosquito Burrito will be featured in this 50-minute educational performance. Details here.
TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE Saturday, October 22 at American Legion Post 135 Family Zydeco at 3 pm, $20 ($5 for kids under 12), Zydeco Dance Party at 8 pm. Details here.

SMF Year-Round Educational Programming includes:

· Swing Central Jazz- which has been called the Pro Bowl of high school jazz band competitions – continues to bring twelve of the nation’s most talented high school big bands to Savannah for a three-day workshop and competition led by pianist/composer/educator Marcus Roberts. SMF is also enhancing its web-based learning center at www.swingcentraljazz.org , offering free video lessons to aspiring jazz musicians.

· Acoustic Music Seminar- a new program that brings together mandolinist/composer/educator Mike Marshall and an exceptional team of professional American instrumentalists including Tony Trischka, Chris Thile, Julian Lage, Bruce Molsky and Edgar Meyer. Over the course of a week, this team of teachers will provide free instruction for 15-20 of the best acoustic musicians in the country.

· Residencies include Roger Day, Terrance Simien & Zydeco Experience and Billy Jonas, each of whom SMF will bring into a total of 30 schools, Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCAs in five surrounding counties in coastal Georgia and South Carolina. In all, SMF music education programming will reach more than 20,000 students in the 2011/2012 season. (My son can’t wait to see Roger Day’s Marsh Madness concert next week on a school field trip!)

TICKETS FOR SMF LIVE CONCERT SERIES: Tickets are available online at www.savannahmusicfestival.org , in-person at 216 E. Broughton St. or by phone at 912-525-5050.

Update: The three SouthernMamas.com winners are: Penny
Maggioni, Nikki Fleshman Haborak, Sarah Nussbaum. Congratulations! We just emailed & messaged you. Please send your address to anne@southernmamas.com so we can get these tix to you for the Sept. 29 7:30 PM show! Thanks to everyone who entered to win either via SouthernMamas.com Facebook or by commenting below.

You can still win! This week, SouthernMamas.com is giving away THREE  family four-pack of tickets to “Disney on Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic” coming to Savannah Civic Center Thu. SEPT. 29 – Sun. OCT. 2 2011. The giveaway tickets are for the 7:30 PM Sept. 29 show.

Congratulations to SouthernMamas.com reader Laura Gresham, the winner of our first Disney on Ice tickets earlier this month!

To enter to win, “like” SouthernMamas.com on Facebook by clicking here. Then answer this question on our Facebook wall. What is your FAVORITE moment/scene in your favorite Disney movie of all time? Not into Facebook? Enter by commenting below this post. (Click on comments)

Early deadline to enter: 9 PM Thurs. Sept. 22, 2011 so we can get the tickets to the THREE winners. We’ll announce the winner here & on SouthernMamas.com Facebook Fri. Sept. 23.

Can’t wait for the giveaway?  To order tickets by phone, call (800) 351-7469 or (912) 651-6556. Or click here.

SOUTHERNMAMAS DISCOUNT: Our readers receive 20% off tickets using code “mamas”!! Opening Night and VIP’s are not included.

Join the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic!

Savannah Showtimes. More info here.
Sept 29- 7:30p.m.
Sept 30- 7:30p.m.
Oct 1- 11:00a.m.
Oct 1- 3:00 p.m
Oct 1- 7:00p.m.
Oct 2- 2:00p.m.

For a sneak peek at the show, visit www.disneyonice.com

SouthernMamas.com is the sponsor of this giveaway. Feld Entertainment is neither a sponsor nor endorser of this promotion. Disclosure: SouthernMamas.com is a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for our time and efforts in attending shows and reporting our opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided SouthernMamas.com with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-Show events.

Last minute deal for Southernmamas readers! Buy one, get 1/2 off enrollment fee for early-fall classes. You can share this deal with your friends! Classes start next week!

Email Art on the Park & mention Southernmamas to receive this great deal on group art classes. A few spots remain open in the following two classes:
Creative Crafting for Girls: A Fine-Arts take on Craft-Making
For Ages 6-8.
Thursdays, 4-515pm. Starting September 15th
and
Upper-Elementary Drawing- Drawing Techniques
For Ages 9-11.
Wednesdays- 4-515pm- Starting September 14th

Email tskart@yahoo.com  for more class options!

Art on the Park Studio: Situated directly on Daffin Park, the studio is a great place to spread out, get messy, and take play breaks if needed. Art on the Park Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.