Journey under the sea with Ariel, Sebastian, Scuttle & all your favorite aquatic characters as Savannah Children’s Theatre brings Disney’s The Little Mermaid to the stage!
This show is made possible by Dr. Carl Pearl MD PC, The Lesher Family Foundation, Coastal Care Partners, LLC, Jeff & LeeAnn Kole, Morris & Templeton Insurance Agency, Coastal Georgia Engineering Inspections, Law Offices of Joe Steffen, The Magical World of Toys, plus an incredible team of local volunteers ages 7 to 70, all working together to make live theatre part of your world.
Tickets are on sale now ONLY on SCT’s website here.
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Morning sessions 9AM-Noon For ages 4 & older with instructors Caroline, Parker & Lauren.
Afternoon sessions 1-4PM . For ages 7 & older with instructors Armando, Hallie or Julianna.
Create art with a variety of materials. Materials are provided: Paint Design Markers Colorful Printing Inks Mixed Media Fiber & Fabric Sculpture and so much more!
Time is running out to register your little ones for Spring arts classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! Registration closes soon, but there’s still availability in select classes.
Home School Art (Ages 6-12) | Tuesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Classes run for 6 weeks and cover various disciplines in ceramics, dance, drawing and more. All experience levels are welcome, and all materials are supplied.
Experience the triumph of the Force in Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi at our annual “May the Fourth Be with You” screening celebration @ Trustees Theater @ 7PM Sat. May 4 in Savannah.
This screening features a photo booth, specialty concessions like Wookie Cookies, and other fun surprises.
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The Savannah Music Festival has a new initiative: the Explorer Pass.
SMF wants to inspire all Savannah-Chatham County Public School students and give them access to a first-class musical experience.
With the Explorer Pass, young people in our community, along with their adult chaperones, will be able to attend SMF general admission performances ABSOLUTELY FREE! See the schedule of general admission concerts here.
For more information and questions, please reach out to Aubrie Racies, Community Engagement Associate. aubrie@savannahmusicfestival.org office (912) 234-3378 ext. 109 mobile (386)-601-4571
iParkit is the official parking partner of the Savannah Music Festival. Select your garage, date and time and get a low, all-day festival price. Reserve your spot now.
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For over two decades, Fun Zone has been the Savannah area’s go-to spot for family fun!
Our goal has always been to continually better our facility and entertainment offerings in order to keep the fun going. We recently added a wide variety of new arcade games for all ages to enjoy, and we have even more coming this summer!
Angry Birds Whacker – They’ve moved from the app to the Arcade. Whack away at the Angry Birds you know and love! Combo Boxer – Punch! Kick! Win! Set your difficulty level and break records with this combination punch and kick game. Marvel Adventure Lab – Get a photo booth experience with your favorite Marvel comic heroes! Personalize your frame and receive a keepsake photo. Monopoly Roll ‘N Go – A quicker way to play this classic game! Spin the dice and try to collect a family of properties for a Monopoly Bonus. Showtime Claws – More people, more fun! A classic claw with a twist. Try this four-player crane game that’s more fun than ever before. Spider-Man Coin Pusher – Test your Spidey Senses! Launch coins at targets in this Spider-Man themed coin pusher for a chance to win big. Urban 4×4 Off Road – Let the kids take the wheel! Go for a ride in this simulator-like 4×4 experience complete with video, lights, and vibration.
Whether you try out the newest games or stick with your favorites, you are sure to have a blast with family and friends!
Before you go, make sure to cash in your E-tickets for awesome prizes at our newly stocked Redemption Center.
If you’re looking for even more adventure, try out our two Miniature Golf Courses or one of our four Go-Kart Tracks. We hope to see you soon at Fun Zone in Pooler
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Come to Savannah Children’s Museum for Bug Fest, the annual family-friendly celebration buzzing with bug-themed crafts, activities, and workshops. The event will be Sat. April 20, 10AM-1PM at Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401.
Savannah Children’s Museum educators will be delivering exciting programs, such as the eat-a-bug club, insect activities, and many other creepy-crawly programming throughout the day. We will also have many community partners providing bug-filled fun as well!
Admission to Bug Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum, $10 for all guests 18 months and older.
This event is FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
Purchase your SCM admission tickets online now here.
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Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA in Savannah.
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.
Let your little one explore their artistic side or dance to the beat in 6-week classes specifically for Youth and Teens. Choose from returning favorites like Youth Drawing and Painting, Dynamic Dance, Clay classes and more! Classes start Monday, April 82024.
Teens:
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Youth:
Dynamic Dance (Ages 9-13)
Discovering Dance (Ages 3-5)
Parent/Child Movement (Ages 2-3)
Youth Musical Theatre (Ages 9-13)
Beginning Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Intermediate Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Home School Art (Ages 6-12)
Youth Drawing and Painting (Ages 9-12)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
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. Visit savannahga.gov/artsclasses to learn more and register.
Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity.
Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.
Thurs. March 21, 10:30-11:30AM: Come play and learn with us and explore ‘Frank Stewart’s Nexus!’
Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot. Register online here.
You’re invited to a fundraiser for a Savannah schools Study Abroad Program in Spain, this Sat. March 23 2024, 7-11PM @ a home in Ardsley Park, 412 E. 57th St.
Musical & singing performances, silent disco, raffle, food and drinks.
Bruce Carr, aka No Ordinary Balloon Man, is coming to Savannah. The award-winning balloon artist is building a special balloon sculpture to give back to the community theatre that fostered & encouraged his creativity as a teen. Come see his work THIS SATURDAY at the March 9th performance of HONK!
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Treat your young artist to a week of camp at Scribble Art Studio this summer. We have a new camp week especially for 4 year olds “Summer Sprinklers” Each camp week includes supplies and a mid-morning snack.
Sessions are 9AM to Noon for ages 4-11.
The cost is $250 per week and space is limited. Please email info@scribbleartstudiosav.com if you have any questions.
Thurs. April 18 2024, 10:30-11:30AM @ the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah.
$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.
Elementary students step into the spotlight during this engaging course ending in a full musical theatre production of Disney’s Aristocats! Show Dates: May 3-5, 2024.
SCTperforming arts classes include training in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing. Students play theatre and improv games to enhance confidence and develop performance and vocal skills.
Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:30PM beginning Feb. 20. No experience required.
This class is specifically designed for middle schoolers who want to dive into the world of musical theatre, ending in a full weekend of performances. Performance dates are May 3-5.
SCT performing arts classes include training in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing. Students play theatre and improv games to enhance confidence and develop performance and vocal skills.
Class starts on Feb. 20 and meets Tuesdays/Thursdays, 4:30-6:30PM. No experience required.
For SCT’s youngest theatre-lovers! Each day of class introduces a new children’s book with songs, dances, and theatre games. This class is designed to build on students musicality as well as their rhythm and coordination.
There will be a showcase on the final day of class to share the skills the students have learned during the session.
Reminder: Auditions are for Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID is based on the animated classic, featuring all the songs you know & love from “under the sea.”
Come prepared to learn a song, a dance combination & to read from the script. Auditions are being held on two nights, but you only need to attend one! Break legs, everyone!
Sat. Feb.10 from 11AM-4PM come to The Magical World of Toys for free family fun
11AM-Noon Sat. Feb. 10: Youth Circus Arts Therapy Workshop (presented by Duality Rising)
1-4PM Sat. Feb. 10 Valentine’s Print Party (presented by Elate Apparel)
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Family Game Night & Kids’ Karaoke
FREE Game Day / Kids Karaoke is Sunday Feb. 18, 11AM-3PM @ The Magical World of Toys, a new toy store in Savannah’s Live Oak neighborhood off Waters Avenue.
If you haven’t visited this Savannah toy store yet, this event will be a fun chance to do so.
Toy store owner Dante Pierson regularly hosts community kids’ events at the store.
Explore the timeless tale of Disney’s Pinocchio from the parents’ point of view as Geppetto navigates the ups & downs of raising a child that didn’t turn out quite like he imagined.
But when you wish upon a star, things can turn out even better than you’d dreamed!
If you haven’t taken your child to see a Savannah Children’s Theatre production, this is a fun, kid-friendly theater that provides an ideal way to expose your children to live theater and amazing productions.
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Got a creative child or teen interested in learning clay, ceramics even how to create on a pottery wheel
Winter term registration is now open for visual and performing arts classes including youth clay/ceramics classes at SCAC!
In Teen Clay, teens with any level of experience will learn a broad range of skills including hand-building and experimental projects. Beginning and Intermediate Youth Clay allows youth ages 9-12 to dive into the world of ceramics and complete finished pieces. Teen Clay class begins Jan 22, Beginning Youth Clay class begins Jan 30, and the Intermediate Youth Cay class begins Jan 29.
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Other youth classes include new Beads, Braids, and Knots; Music & Movement parent & me class for ages 2-3; youth painting & drawing.
Teen classes begin Jan. 22 2024 and run for 7 weeks.
Youth classes begin Jan. 29 2024 and run for 6 weeks.
Girls ages 10-12 can enjoy an afternoon of beading and braiding in this fun class on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm starting on Jan. 29 2024.
Roll up your sleeves and tap into your creative side as we explore many materials to create wearable and useable pieces of art. Introduction to beads, Kumihimo (the Japanese art of braiding), the use of knotting and paper will be explored. Projects will include friendship bracelets, key rings, and Kumihimo bracelets.
Also join Adventures in Art, Youth Drawing and Painting, and Youth Clay!
Mornings in movement and song with little ones aged 2-3. Class is available on both Wednesday and Saturday from 10-10:45AM starting Jan. 31.
This class offers interactive bonding time with parent and child, geared towards children ages two and three. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop.
Kids aged 3-5 can also join Discovering Dance, a 3 in 1 class exploring different dance techniques and rhythm.
An afternoon of art exploration and fun for creative kids aged 9-12. Class takes place Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30PM starting Jan. 31 2024.
In this class, young artists will have the opportunity to explore the art of both drawing and painting. You’ll develop your drawing and painting skills in a variety of fun projects that will include watercolor, pastels, and acrylics.
Kids aged 9-12 can also join Adventures in Art, Beads, Braids and Knots, and Youth Clay classes.
Telfair Museums’ PULSE Art + Technology Festival is back with a focus on the museum’s new immersive, technology-focused Children’s Art Museum, local artists’ AI art projects, and STEAM activities for children and families.
PULSE features a tech-focused talk for students, a Friday night AI film screening with cool tech projects by local artists, and a free family day.
6-8PM (Doors open 5:30PM) | Jepson Center, Fri. Jan. 26
Come enjoy an evening of projections, cool tech projects by local artists, and a classic anime feature. Art projects by Savannah-based artists will include large-scale projections by Will Penny and John Colette, and an exhibition of media art and interactive works made with AI. At 6pm, enjoy a screening of the classic animated feature Metropolis (107 minutes, 2001). Spectacular visuals highlight this acclaimed Japanese anime by director Rintaro, set in a futuristic, regimented society where human and robots are at odds. The film is rated PG-13.
10AM–5PM (Children’s art activities 1-4PM) Sat. Jan 27 Jepson Center
Families are invited to enjoy a day of free admission to the Jepson Center in Savannah for area local residents to experience tech-based and interactive art projects and demonstrations by local artists and a special performance by Tybee Ballet Theater.
*Free admission for residents of Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Jasper, and Beaufort Counties.
Investment for Free Family Days is provided by the City of Savannah, the Georgia Council for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Colonial Group, Inc.
