Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. 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.
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City of Savannah Athletics is happy to announce the Above the Violence – 3 vs. 3 Basketball Tournament in honor of Roscoe “Scolo” Edwards, happening Sat. July 12.
Team registration is REQUIRED and winners will receive a CASH prize sponsored by our very own Earl Etheridge!
Tournament Details
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: Starts at 9:00am Location: Blackshear Basketball Complex (820 Wheaton St, Savannah, GA 31401)
The SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah honors our U.S. service members by participating in the annual Blue Star Museums movement.
In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, SCAD MOA welcomes active-duty military personnel and their families with complimentary admission starting on Armed Forces Day, May 17, through Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025.
Free admission to all local residents on the second Sunday of each month. Residents of Savannah and any surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge. Learn more here.
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Cheap summer kids’ movies have become a summer tradition over the years. That tradition continues for this Summer 2025 with the following cheap weekday morning kids’ movies:
$2 movies, $5 mini-combos @ 11AM Sundays-Thursdays @ NCG Cinema Savannah in Victory Square shopping center on Skidaway Road
$2 movies @ 10AM @ both Pooler movie theaters.
$1.75 movies Mondays & Thursdays @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.
TBA @ AMC Classics Savannah 11.
Here are the 2025 Savannah-area summer kids’ movies schedules:
Every Tuesday and Thursday @ 10AM in June and July 2025 @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas. Sensory Friendly shows will be available for all films. All movies rated PG
If the local Savannah AMC theater is participating, shows are every Monday & Wednesday June 23-Aug. 13. Tickets are $3 plus tax. Showtimes to be announced.
$1.75 movies 9:30AM Wednesdays @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.
Located in: Berkeley Place106 Buckwalter Pkwy, Bluffton, SC 29910
$1 OFF deals on kids’ snack packs and any size popcorn & drink combos during Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes.
The 2025 Bluffton cheap summer’s movie line up is:
June 4: The Bad Guys
June 11: Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
June 18: Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse
June 25: Shrek 2
Despicable Me 4: July 2
Kung Fu Panda 4: July 9.
The Wild Robot: July 16.
Sonic 3 The Hedgehog: July 23.
The Garfield Movie: July 30.
The Lego Batman Movie: Aug. 6.
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Have you seen any other local theaters offering Summer Movies for Kids at a discount? Let us know by emailing us at anne@southernmamas.com and we will get them added to the list!
In celebration of National Maritime Day, this free event offers hands-on activities for all ages, including ship-in-a-bottle building, face painting, and maritime crafts.
Local community partners will host interactive stations throughout the gardens and museum.
Guests can also enjoy free admission to the museum and explore the featured exhibition, Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos.
Ice pops from King of Pops will be available for purchase.
Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano for a free introductory music & motion class – just text ‘FREE CLASS’ to 912-432-5885 and they’ll get you set up with a class time that works for you!
Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has been offering Kindermusik to the Coastal Empire for over 22 years: come experience the joy and magic of learning through music with your child!
Infants younger than 10 weeks old are always completely free!
The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to join in the celebration of Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event aimed at promoting health and wellness among children and families. Ten of our branches across Coastal Georgia will either host or celebrate the event, generally taking place from 10am to 2pm. Each branch will offer unique activities tailored to the community it serves.
Please click here to find out branch-specific offerings.
As part of the festivities, the YMCA will kick off the summer season and provide families with more information about summer camp and aquatics programming. Come enjoy interactive games, educational workshops, and classes during Healthy Kids Day!®
Event Details:
What: The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to celebrate Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event featuring a day of fun-filled activities to celebrate kids being kids.
When: Saturday, April 26, generally from 10am to 2pm, depending on the branch. (Find details here.)
Where: Across YMCA branches throughout Coastal Georgia. Please click here for specific branch activities.
YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units, in Bulloch, Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, McIntosh and Glynn Counties including:
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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Join Savannah Riverboat Cruises on Sunday, April 20th, at 12 PM for a festive celebration filled with your favorite breakfast and lunch entrees. Savor delicious food while cruising through the beautiful historic Savannah!
Bring the whole family and enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny, plus live narration by the Captain from the top deck. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Easter Sunday together!
Don’t miss your chance to brunch with the Easter Bunny on the Savannah River!
*Delicious Easter Brunch
*Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny
*Egg-citing surprises onboard
Seats are filling up FAST—secure your spot before it’s gone
Spots are limited, so don’t wait—secure your tickets today online here.
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Savor the flavors of the South with a seafood bar, Georgia favorites like shrimp and grits, and enjoy interactive culinary experiences at the chef-manned action stations for savory crepes and Belgian waffles, complemented by a carving station.
The Easter celebration extends beyond the table with an Easter egg hunt and a special visit from the Easter Bunny, for all ages. End your meal on a sweet note with our award-winning pastry team’s creations of pies, cakes, cookies and more, all set against Savannah’s beautiful riverfront.
The Town of Thunderbolt invites you to one of our favorite springtime traditions—The Great Thunderbolt Egg Hunt! Bring the whole family for an egg-citing day filled with vendors, food, games, and fun!
Saturday, April 19, 2025 11 AM – 1 PM Cesaroni Park, 2702 Mechanics Ave, Thunderbolt, GA
This free community event is the perfect way to celebrate Easter and springtime cheer—so don’t forget to bring your baskets!
Local Church Easter Egg Hunt & Festivities on Sunday, April 13, 5-7PM
You’re invited to a FREE fun-filled evening for the entire family with food, inflatables, entertainment, candy, and an EGG HUNT with THOUSANDS of eggs.
Event will be held at Jenkins Athletic Club’s baseball field, 6408 Waters Ave., Savannah
Free & open to the public.
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Easter Egg Hunt & Festivities in Garden City
Easter Eggstravaganza, 10AM-Noon, Saturday April 12 in the front lawn of Garden City Hall.
Free & open to the public.
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Savannah Police Easter Eggstravaganza, Daffin Park
Join the Savannah Police Department for an Easter Eggstravaganza in Daffin Park on Saturday April 12, 2025 from 11am to 2:30pm!
Featuring a magic show, an egg hunt, food, games, DJ, inflatables, face painting, prizes, SPD specialized units, and more. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Magic Show with Magic Marc at 12:15pm 8,000 Egg Easter Egg Hunt at 1:00pm
Enjoy an entire family- Egg Hunt, obstacle courses, face painting, games, activities, and more on Saturday, April 19, 11AM-1PM @ Lake Mayer Community Park in Savannah.
*Egg hunt for ages 5 and under, 6-8, and 9-11 begins at 11:30am with each age group having its own zone.
*Sensory-friendly Station is an inclusive area that is designed to ensure all get to join in on the fun.
Just sign up for your age group or the Sensory-Friendly Zone on Ticketleap!
Free & open to the public. Register for tickets here or arrive between 10:30-11am to register in person for the egg hunt age group(s).
Egg hunt start time: 11:30am
Age Zones: – Ages 5 & under – Ages 6-8 – Ages 9-11 10k Eggs with prizes
Selfie Station & Easter Bunny
Face painting
Sensory-friendly station featuring: Fuzzy Therapy Horses,LLC
Unique games, prizes, snacks, and more!
Food Trucks ($)
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Free Family Easter Festival, Wednesday, April 16 @ The Salvation Army, Savannah
Bring your family to this mid-week Easter Family Festival on Wednesday April 16th for Food, Games and an Egg Hunt for children 12 & younger.
Everything is free!
The event will be held at The Salvation Army Community Center at 3000 Bee Rd. from 4:30-6:30PM.
Egg hunt for ages 10 years and younger followed by food and games for everyone! The Easter bunny will be available for photos, face painting, games, and food.
Stroll through the sidewalk chalk gallery en plein air in Savannah’s Forsyth Park.
SCAD students, alumni, local high school students create concrete canvas at the 44th annual SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival, transforming Savannah’s historic Forsyth Park into a chromatic landscape of chalk compositions for the chance to win coveted prizes.
At the SCAD Sand Arts Festival 2025 on Tybee Island, SCAD students & alumni compete to create sand sculptures. The sculptures are made in the sand on the beach by Tybee Island’s South Beach Pier and Pavillion off Tybrisa St.
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.
Dates:
1-4PM Wed. April 9
1-4PM Wed. May 14
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.
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This Tuesday, March 25, Healthy Savannah is inviting the public to meet up to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Healthy Walks.
Participants will gather at 7:30AM in the parking area at Scarborough Sports Complex, Skidaway Road at Bona Bella Ave. in Savannah.
Healthy Savannah’s Physical Activity Program Manager Devin Frails and Executive Director Armand Turner will lead a low-impact two-mile walk along a portion of the Tide To Town Urban Trail system known as the Truman Linear Park Trail, which is level and accessible, with wide, paved walkways and highly visible pedestrian crosswalks.
The walk will last about an hour and end back at the starting point.
Come for an afternoon of clay exploration and fun on Monday, March 31 2025, 2-5pm! Day of Clay is an annual event held at the Otis S. Cultural Arts Center (formerly called the Savannah Cultural Arts Center) that is free and for all ages.
The event features stations on the lawn with various activities such as wheel, hand building, family activities, and more with take home projects.
This year will feature a more accessible layout for those with mobility needs. All experience levels are welcome. Parents/guardians must accompany children ages 14 and under at all times. Come by any time between 2 and 5pm, no pre-registration required.
Weather reschedule date – Friday, April 4
This free event takes place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. Savannah
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The Town of Thunderbolt announces the return of the fourth annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival, a cherished tradition honoring the community’s vibrant maritime heritage. Under Mayor Dana Williams’ administration, this year’s festival will be presented by Tubby’s Tank House and JIT Logistics and is planned for Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11 am to 5 pm on River Drive along the Wilmington River in Thunderbolt.
The day kicks off with a parade down River Drive, showcasing an impressive lineup of food trucks and more than 100 vendors offering delicious food, art, crafts, clothing, and more. Attendees can enjoy live performances, music, and a beer garden throughout the day, culminating in the iconic Blessing of the Fleet ceremony, where all boats are invited to participate.
Originally celebrated as a way to pay tribute to Thunderbolt’s vibrant shrimping and fishing industries, the day now seeks to honor the legacy of the community’s foundation. On hiatus since the 1980s, the festival triumphantly returned in 2022 with more than 3,000 in attendance. The Blessing of the Fleet tradition started in the early 1900s when a priest or pastor brought all the shrimp boats together and blessed them for a successful, safe, and prosperous shrimping season. Over the years shrimp boats and other vessels were included in the Blessing. Thunderbolt will continue to honor the Town’s community and legacy, by providing events to strengthen, educate, and improve community development. Thunderbolt will continue to honor the Town’s community and legacy, by providing events to strengthen, educate, and improve community development.
For up-to-date information on all things Blessing of the Fleet in Thunderbolt, please visit www.botfga.com.
Come celebrate Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum’s partnership with the United States Mint and the National Women’s History Museum for a celebration of the release of the Juliette Low quarter.
Guided archeology walks are @ 10AM Wednesdays. These 45-minute tours start inside the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center. This program is subject to change based on weather and staff capacity. For more information, contact the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center at 912-219-4233 or fopu_information@nps.gov
During Fort Pulaski’s eighteen years of construction, hundreds of people of all backgrounds lived on Cockspur Island. Archeological work into the Workers Village has led to fascinating findings about how these people lived. Join a park archeologist or staff member for a guided walk revealing this period in Fort Pulaski National Monument’s history.
The guided walk follows the North Pier Trail and is about .5 miles total (out-and-back). The trail is either paved or on hard-packed sand, but some archeological resources are in grassy areas. Remember to bring water and bug spray.
Ranger Talks at Fort Pulaski take place inside of historic Fort Pulaski daily. These programs typically begin in the fort’s parade ground, but start locations vary based on weather conditions. Call the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center (912-219-4233) for more information.
11-11:30AM Daily.
Ranger talk programs last for approximately 30 minutes and cover a range of information about Fort Pulaski’s history, as well as information about the natural and cultural heritage of Cockspur Island.
This program is subject to change based on weather and staff capacity. For more information, contact the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center at 912-219-4233 or fopu_information@nps.gov
Fort Pulaski National Monument’s Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for kids to get the most out of their fort visit.
Children (and adults) of all ages can participate in the Junior Ranger Program. Handbooks are available inside the Visitor Center. By doing the activities, children earn a badge and a certificate. It may take up to two hours to complete the book.
Nearby national parks/monuments that have Junior Ranger programs include:
* Reconstruction Era National HIstoric Park, Beaufort SC. Includes: Old Beaufort Firehouse, Penn Center, (St. Helena Is.), Camp Saxton (Port Royal) Free admission. Learn more here. * Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie national monuments, Charleston, S.C. Info on these forts Junior Ranger program here. * Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Mary’s Ga. Junior Ranger info here. * Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Is., Ga. Info on the Fort Frederica National Monument Junior Ranger Program here. * Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park, Macon, Ga.. Info on Ocmulgee’s National Monument Junior Ranger Program here. * Congaree National Park, Columbia, SC. Info on Junior Ranger Program here.
Bring your kids to this free Savannah puppet show & program presented by Puppet Show Inc.: The Ant and Grasshopper Puppet Show and Create a Paper Bag Puppet To Take Home
* Recommended ages 3-10 years
* Family Event: Adult must accompany child(ren).
* Space is Limited.
* FREE but Ticket Required for Entry through Eventbrite or online here.
* March 7th, 25th & 27th 2025
* 4:30 pm
*Location: Christ Church Parish House, 18 Abercorn St. Savannah, Ga 31401
Learn more about Puppet Show Inc. in Savannah here.
Fun nature programs happening in February 2025 @ Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah. Unless otherwise noted, programs are free. $5 for parking. An * indicates pre-registration is required.
*Archery:Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
DIY Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 per person.
*Full Moon Hike – Snow Moon:Come view the Snow Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Georgia Arbor Day Tree Hike: Join us on this special day for an easy 1-mile hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop. You will appreciate the variety of local trees and enjoy learning to identify them with a ranger. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead.
iNaturalist 101: Are you an iNaturalist user? Learn how to use this powerful ciƟzen science tool. We will show you how to use the smartphone and desktop applicaƟons to make observaƟons, suggest idenƟficaƟons, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! Download the app and create an account ahead of Ɵme to get the most out of this program. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a brief tutorial before we head outside to make observaƟons.
Kids Care: Cleanup Challenge: Are you ready to give back to your community? Make your world a little brighter by helping tidy up. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive informationn and materials. Junior Rangers will receive credit towards a Kids Care service patch. There is no age limit and all participants may earn a prize.
Meet the Corn Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake. Meet the Rat Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake.
Read with a Ranger: Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Sandpiper Trail Official Grand Re-opening: You’ve been asking (and asking and asking). After many months of closure, we’re pleased to finally say… “It’s OPEN!” Come help us celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sandpiper Trail with a simple, fun hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop.
Science of Snowflakes: Join the naturalist in the InterpreƟve Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person.
Stills of Skidaway Hike: Uncover the history and science behind the abandoned moonshine stills on Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike highlighƟng some of the area’s most fascinating tales.
*Sweethearts Archery: You don’t have to be in love, but it helps! Join us for an all-day archery event. Hour long slots available all day. $10 for 1 person, $16 for 2 people. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
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Bring the whole family for an egg-citing day filled with vendors, food, games, and fun!
