A fun free activity to do with young kids is catch the FREE Savannah Belles ferry that runs multiple times a day across the Savannah River between River Street and Hutchinson Island.
We typically catch it at City Hall Landing on River Street. Park along Bay Street and take the outside elevator that’s between Savannah City Hall and the Hyatt Regency. There’s a glass window in the elevator with views of Savannah River.
You can take it across the river to the Trade Center and Westin Hotel, maybe walk around the Westin, go to the Midnight Sun Cafe (open during morning hours) or pack snacks to have on the lawn benches outside the Westin.
Or you can take the ferry to Waving Girl Landing by the Marriott on the same side of the river as City Hall Landing.
The Savannah Belles ferry operates daily year round except on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Days.
We know that learning to play golf can be an overwhelming and frustrating experience if you don’t have a clear plan!
That is why the A-SWING Junior Golf Academy in Savannah provides kids with the most effective developmental programs and technology to learn to play golf, even if you as a parent don’t play.
Give your child a gift that will last a lifetime by enrolling today. Visit www.MyJuniorGolfer.com or call Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 for more information.
The A-SWING Academy provides your child the only Certified PGA professional instruction and a developmental curriculum. The A-SWING Academy curriculum allows your child to learn and improve at their pace. And each week, the kids will have a “Character Word” and a “Legend of the Game” to learn about, which will tie into that week’s instruction.
Golf provides your child the skills to play a sport that will last a lifetime, while also developing their character in areas of honesty, integrity and perseverance. Class sizes are limited to 8 kids so your child will receive a lot of individualized attention.
Visit www.MyJuniorGolfer.com to learn more or register or call Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 to ask for guidance.
FREE Intro Junior Golf Class for ages 8-12, Sat. Aug. 13 or Sat. Aug. 20 2022, 9-10:30AM. Register online here.
FREE Intro Junior Golf Class for ages 5-7, Sat Aug. 13 or Sat. Aug. 20 2022, 10:30AM-Noon. Register online here.
Fall Semester of clinics start the week of Aug. 23 2022. Classes for ages 8-12 & for ages 5-7. Find class dates that work for your schedule & register online here.
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Create magical mornings of art and dance for ages 2 to 12 at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center. From movement classes and ballet to mixed media art, there’s a little something for every young mind.
Parent/Child Movement (Ages 2-3 years) – Tuesdays 9:15-10AM
Pre-Ballet (Ages 4-5 years)- Tuesdays 10:30-11AM
Homeschool Art (Ages 6-12)- Tuesdays 11AM-12PM
Youth Intro to Ballet (Ages 6-8 years)- Wednesdays 9:15-10AM
Think free access to Georgia State Parks for a year – a year’s worth of access to mountains, hiking, leaf peeping, swimming, lakes, beaches, trails, biking, waterfalls, exploring, sight-seeing, rivers and more.
Winners will also each receive a Friends of Georgia State Park backpack and waterbottle.
To enter to win, visit this giveaway post on our SouthernMamas.com Facebook page. Comment on the FB giveway post, telling us what you are most looking forward to doing outdoors this Fall 2022. Entry will be open until Aug. 11 2022. Then we’ll pick two names at random and announce the winners.
Thanks Friends of Georgia State Parks for giving our readers this special late summer/fall discount!
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LateSummer State Park Events @ Nearby Parks
Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah
Aug. 27 2022: Tools & skills that built a colony, 10AM-4PM. What did those first colonists do to survive when they arrived in 1733? Find out if you have what it took to build a colony. See craft demonstrations such as blacksmithing, spinning, cooking, and more. $2 – $10. 912-353-3023.
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Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah
Aug. 12 2022: Campfire Night, 6-7PM. Gather round the campfire with us and unwind. We will have free marshmallows and sticks to toast them. Meet at the firepit behind the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Sat. Aug. 20 2022: Archery. 9-10AM, 10:30-11:30AM, 2:30-3:30PM. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Please call the Visitors Center to sign up. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead to go to the Visitors Center first. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Sat.Aug. 27 2022: Sand Art. 2-3PM. Make summertime-themed pictures using sand and glue. This will be fun for both children and those that are kids at heart. Materials will be provided. Location: Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond Hill
Sun. Aug. 28 2022: Shrimping class, 3-5PM. Limited space available, please RSVP. Have you ever wanted to learn how to shrimp? Learn the basics of how to throw a cast net. Short shuttle by boat to a sand bar across river so you can spread out and practice or casting skills. Must have own cast net! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Sun. Sept. 4 2022: Labor Day Festivities 10AM-1PM & The Great Ogeechee Water Fight 1-2PM. Civil War interpreters will fire muskets throughout the day 10AM-1PM. $9. For the water fight 1-2PM, bring your water blaster, super soaker, or entire H20 arsenal to this water fight extravaganza. Play games like fortress destruction, and soak a ranger, and end with free play. Pre-register by calling park office. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Enrollment is open for Soccer Shots Savannah Fall 2022 Seasonfor ages 2-8. Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon & Bluffton.
Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program! Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah.soccershots.com.
FREE Soccer Day: Want to try the program & meet Soccer Shots’ awesome coaches before you enroll? Come to a free soccer day at Forsyth Park on Sat. Sept. 10 2022 for all children ages 2-8. You must preregister for this free event. Visit savannah.soccershots.com and search by the keyword “free” to be directed to the registration page.
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Soccer Shots is kicking off the season and they wan your child to join them on Soccer Island.
Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program! Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah.soccershots.com.
Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!
Want to try the program and meet Soccer Shots’ awesome coaches before you enroll? Come to a free soccer day at Forsyth Park on September 102022 for all children ages 2-8. You must preregister for this free event. Visit savannah.soccershots.com and search by the keyword “free” to be directed to the registration page.
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Take a walk with your Trick or Treaters down the forest trail @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah to meet and gather goodies from friendly animal characters in this years fully outdoor event. Mother Earth will be there to lead you to the path to the various character and candy stops along the hike.
25th Annual Halloween Hike Dates
Fri. Oct. 14 & Sat. Oct. 15 2022, 5-8PM
Advanced ticket reservations are Required and will be available for two sessions per evening to spread out visitation, reduce gatherings and allow proper parking.
There will be no day of, or onsite sales.
Tickets are non-refundable
Tickets will be available in Fall 2022. We will announce on SouthernMamas.com when tickets are available.
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Wag-O-Ween Weekend 2022 is a pet-friendly community event that takes place in downtown Savannah and attracts 1000+ yearly participants.
Money raised supports local animal rescues in their mission to place pets in ‘furever’ homes, subsidize no-barrier community spay and neuter, and support community education programs.
This year’s event will take place over two days – Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 22-23 2022, from noon-5PM – to allow for a less-crowded trick or treat route and social distancing at treat stops.
2022 swag bags, wristbands, and maps will be available for purchase both Saturday and Sunday at WoW registration booths ands pre-order
We know that learning to play golf can be an overwhelming and frustrating experience if you don’t have a clear plan!
That is why the A-SWING Junior Golf Academy in Savannah provides kids with the most effective developmental programs and technology to learn to play golf, even if you as a parent don’t play.
Give your child a gift that will last a lifetime by enrolling today. Visit www.MyJuniorGolfer.com or call Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 for more information.
The A-SWING Academy provides your child the only Certified PGA professional instruction and a developmental curriculum. The A-SWING Academy curriculum allows your child to learn and improve at their pace. And each week, the kids will have a “Character Word” and a “Legend of the Game” to learn about, which will tie into that week’s instruction.
Golf provides your child the skills to play a sport that will last a lifetime, while also developing their character in areas of honesty, integrity and perseverance. Class sizes are limited to 8 kids so your child will receive a lot of individualized attention.
Visit www.MyJuniorGolfer.com to learn more or register or call Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 to ask for guidance.
FREE Intro Junior Golf Class for ages 8-12, Sat. Aug. 13 or Sat. Aug. 20 2022, 9-10:30AM. Register online here.
FREE Intro Junior Golf Class for ages 5-7, Sat Aug. 13 or Sat. Aug. 20 2022, 10:30AM-Noon. Register online here.
Fall Semester of clinics start the week of Aug. 23 2022. Classes for ages 8-12 & for ages 5-7. Find class dates that work for your schedule & register online here.
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Headlining the event is country hitmaker John Michael Montgomery, with “Strawberry Wine” songstress Deana Carter as direct support. Up-and- coming artists Warren Zeiders and Maggie Baugh, will kick off the evening.
Saturday ticket prices vary for different age groups. Admission is free for children five and younger until 5PM tickets for attendees ages six through 15 cost $18 and are $20 for ages 16 and older. Tickets purchased at the gate after 5PM are $35 for all ages.
Dance classes for ages 2 & up are back at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center beginning Aug. 15 2022. Engaging, movement-based classes will develop imagination, memory, and coordination.
The goal of Coastal Youth Choirs/Savannah Children’s Choir, Inc. is to unite children and youth ages 5-18 in greater Savannah and the Lowcountry through song.
Rehearsals begin the week of Aug. 15 2022. Open to students ages 5-18.
Questions? Call 704-965-3445 or email info@savannahchoir.org.
About Coastal Youth Choirs/Savannah Children’s Choir, Inc.
Savannah Children’s Choir, now Coastal Youth Choirs, has developed a reputation for excellence in the city, county, and beyond. In addition to tours in the United States, the Premier Choir has performed in England, Ireland, and France and has also appeared on television in South Korea. The singers have experienced artist residencies with world-renowned singers and clinicians.
After sixteen years, this nonprofit’s mission remains the same – to unite, mentor, and transform the children and youth of greater Savannah and the Low Country into responsible, creative, and confident leaders through excellence in choral performance and music education.
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Registration is open for Fall 2022 youth sports – soccer, flag football, cheerleading – @ YMCA of Coastal Georgia branches.
Benefits of youth sports include: physical health, gaining the confidence, building positive relationships that lead to good sportsmanship and teamwork.
Learn more, get youth sports rates and register online here.
Nine YMCA of Coastal Georgia branches: Effingham YMCA Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA Habersham YMCA Islands YMCA Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA Richmond Hill YMCA Tybee Island YMCA West Chatham YMCA
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