Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore A Seat at the Table! Create decorated plates to show what makes people happy at your table! Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot.
Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime 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, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting. Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission.
Take time to unleash your creativity, join us in our studios every Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 2pm for art-making projects for all ages! Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative media such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books, and much more. Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
That’s just one of many kid-friendly nature programs happening in September at the Georgia State Park. Check out all these fun and educational programs in September at Skidaway Island State Park. You can also find these onSouthernMamas.com Event Calendar.
Archery:Hour-long slots available during the hours listed. 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 (912) 598-2300 to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
Backyard Birding: Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us.
Bead a Snake Keychain: Create a colorful beaded snake keychain and learn all about these incredible animals with a naturalist! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $3 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Clay Crafts: Mushrooms: Visit the Interpretive Center and meet up with a ranger to learn about mushroom anatomy. Make an air dry clay mushroom of your very own! Materials and instruction provided. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Come Play Cornhole: Relax and unwind, surrounded by nature, with a game or two of cornhole with your friends and family. Game equipment will be set up outside the Interpretive Center.
Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings Show & Tell: Guest speakers from the Skidaway Audubon Diamondback Terrapin Rescue project will be sharing information about their efforts to help the population recover by relocating eggs to safer nesting boxes. Join us at the Interpretive Center for a Show & Tell to see the hatchlings and hear about this important project. Ages 6 and up may be allowed to handle the hatchlings (to avoid germ transmission, younger children will not be allowed to handle the hatchlings)
Draw Closer to Nature: Have you ever wanted to draw what you see at Skidaway Island State Park? Meet in the Interpretive Center for an overview of nature sketching techniques. Then let’s hit the Sandpiper Trail, find our inspiration, and draw closer to nature! Instruction and materials provided. Space is limited. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. Georgia high school students are encouraged to attend — enter the third annual Parks and Historic Sites Division Art Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2027! Visit gastateparks.org/artcontest for more information.
Finger Snakes: Visit the Interpretive Center and enjoy creating a felt snake to wrap around your finger while you learn about snakes at the park and in the local area. $4 per crafter. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Fungi Hike: Have you ever noticed a mushroom on the trails and wanted to learn more about it? Let’s see what we can find and identify together while discussing anatomy and life cycles of fungi. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike.
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins: The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives only in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this precious jewel. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins.
Make a Pinecone 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 in the Interpretive Center. $3 per person.
Make a Snake: Learn about snakes while making a simple, fun craft to take home. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $2 per person.
Nature Notebooks: Come by the Interpretive Center and create your very own nature notebook to record observations of the sights and sounds you encounter in nature! $3 per person.
Paint a Passerine: Fly on over to the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of one of the many perching birds that can be found at the park! Materials provided. Beginners and all ages welcome. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more
Snakes of Skidaway: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: eastern rat snakes, corn snakes, or an eastern king snake.
Unboxing the Box Turtle: Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center.
Got a little one who loves to run, jump, roll, and climb? Tiny Tumbling is the perfect place to start!
Classes are made just for little athletes ages 3.5+, helping them learn the basics of tumbling while building coordination, strength, balance, confidence, and independence.
And with classes Monday–Thursday in Savannah and Sunday–Thursday in Rincon, there are plenty of options to find a time that works for your family!
Beginner-friendly Ages 3.5+ No experience needed Fun, active & age-appropriate Ready to get started? ENROLL NOW!
Toddler Tuesday is an Oatland Wildlife Center program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland’s animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program will meet at the picnic pavilion and will include singing, finger play, a story, and a possible encounter with one of our furry, feathered or scaly residents.
Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes.
Pre-registration is no longer necessary. You can just show up and sign in. Pre-school programs must book a private program.
In the event of inclement weather we may cancel. Please check the website or Oatland’s social media or call the center if you are uncertain (912-395-1500).
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM.
If you don’t see a new theme, don’t worry, the program runs all year except one week during 4th of July, one week in October when prepping for Halloween Hike, Nov. 11 and over the winter holidays.
Nextdoor to Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah Children’s Museum will continue Summer Hours through Labor Day. Open Wednesday-Monday, 9AM-2PM. Closed Tuesday for group bookings.
Savannah Children’s Museum is separate admission from Georgia State Railroad Museum. Admission is free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.
Savannah Children’s Museum is Labor Day Weekend including on Labor Day, Monday, September, 7th.
School Hours start Tuesday, September, 8th. School hours are Wednesday-Sunday, 9AM-3PM. Closed Monday and Tuesday for group bookings.
Train rides nextdoor at Georgia State Railroad Museum are Fridays-Sundays in August and September, hourly 10AM-3PM. Train rides also will be offered on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th.
Train rides are included in admission to Georgia State Railroad Museum, which is a separate admission from Savannah Children’s Museum.
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If you have any questions or would like to arrange for a group program, please contact the Rangers at Skidaway Island State Park
Some programs listed on the August calendar require pre-registration, as space and materials are limited. These programs are listed with an asterisk (*). Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call.
Pre-register for any program marked with an asterisk (*).
Backyard Birding: Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us.
⌘ Bait-a-Bug Scavenger Hunt: Take a hike with a naturalist and check out the “bug bait” stations we set up to see what insects show up. Check off what you find in our scavenger hunt! Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead.
⌘ Beaded Bugs: Dragonflies *: Create a colorful beaded pipe cleaner dragonfly and learn all about these incredible hunters with a naturalist! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $3 per person.
⌘ Buggy Suncatchers*: Will you create a butterfly, a beetle, a ladybug, or grasshopper? You decide! Make a seasonal sun-catcher and learn about the many roles insects play in our ecosystem! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 per person.
⌘ Bug Bingo: Come cool off and play bug bingo in the Interpretive Center with us! Learn about some of the fascinating native insects that live on the island, have fun playing a game with your family and friends, and who knows – you may even win a prize! $2 per person.
⌘ Clay Critters*: Join a naturalist in the Interpretive Center for a great way to cool off this summer! Make a mushroom, leaf, or animal of your choice! Materials and instruction provided. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings Show & Tell: Guest speakers from the Skidaway Audubon Diamondback Terrapin Rescue project will be sharing information about their efforts to help the population recover by relocating eggs to safer nesting boxes. Join us at the Interpretive Center for a Show & Tell to see the hatchlings and hear about this important project. Ages 6 and up may be allowed to handle the hatchlings (to avoid germ transmission, younger children will not be allowed to handle the hatchlings).
⌘ Dippin’ for Dragons: Have you ever looked at a pond and wondered what dwells below the surface? Dip a net with us and see! Dragonfly and damselfly larvae, developing salamanders, and more… Meet up at the Big Ferry Trailhead for a short walk to the alligator ponds.
Draw Closer to Nature: * Have you ever wanted to draw what you see at Skidaway Island State Park? Meet in the Interpretive Center for an overview of nature sketching techniques. Then let’s hit the Sandpiper Trail, find our inspiration, and draw closer to nature! Instruction and materials provided. Space is limited. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. Georgia high school students are encouraged to attend — enter the third annual Parks and Historic Sites Division Art Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2027! Visit gastateparks.org/artcontest for more information.
⌘ Fly like a Dragon*: Make a coffee filter dragonfly or butterfly with a naturalist, as we discuss the mechanics of insect flight. $3 per person. Fungi Hike: Many mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what we can find and identify together. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike.
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins: The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives only in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this precious jewel. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins.
⌘ Leafy Insect: Crawl, walk, or fly on over to the Interpretive Center where you can create your own insect from leaves and other materials found in the natural world. We will discuss insect anatomy – body parts, wing arrangement and more! $3 per person. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Nature Notebooks: Come by the Interpretive Center and create your very own nature notebook to record observations of the sights and sounds you encounter in nature! $3 per person.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more.
Snakes of Skidaway: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: eastern rat snakes, corn snakes, an eastern garter snake, or an eastern king snake.
Unboxing the Box Turtle: Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center.
Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.
Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission. Learn more here.
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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.
Saturday, July 25, 2026 @ 10 AM LIMITED SPOTS! Grab your binoculars, sunglasses, and butterfly net… we’re off on a creepy-crawly musical adventure! Our little ones’ imagination skills will soar as they spread their wings, slither, hop, and crawl like our favorite insect friends. You won’t want to miss this delightful summer playdate: Creatures in My Backyard!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get…
A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes
DETAILS
Ages 0-7. Our class is geared toward newborns all the way up to 7-year-olds. Multiple caregivers are welcome, so bring the whole family along! Limited capacity! Our upcoming musical playdate will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Don’t delay in enrolling, as spots are limited and will be closed as soon as the spaces fill. Typically our playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now! Cost: $20 for first child; only $14 per sibling Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Studio; 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302 DATE & TIME Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM – STILL ROOM! LIMITED SPOTS LEFT
At Foundations, every detail is intentionally designed to support your child’s growth — from infancy through school age. Through nurturing relationships and play-based STEAM learning, children explore, create, and build the confidence and skills they need for school and beyond.
Enroll by August 31 to receive a complimentary week of care and $5 registration.
Tickets for the film are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military; and $8 for the general public. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission.
Anastasi, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.
The Incredibles, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.
This summer, 88 Keys Piano is celebrating 24 years of offering Kindermusik classes to the greater Savannah area!
We’ve been awarded Top Program by Kindermusik International, which places us in the top 5% of programs worldwide.
Come visit a class for free with your 0-7 year old, and see why early childhood development and music are the perfect combination! Instruments, singing, movement, books and more!
$5 per child | Adult Members – FREE | Non-Members – $12
Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special gallery tour, and a curated art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore The World of William O. Golding inside CAM (Children’s Art Museum) with us! Learn more here.
Join us every Wednesday for family drop-in art activities inspired by our new CAM exhibition The World of William O. Golding. Enjoy a different nautical art activity in the CAM family lounge each month!
June Activity:
Sailor Hats and Crafts- Decorate your sailor’s hat, learn how to tie a knot, and decorate your own treasure chest!
New! FREE admission to the CAM Art à la Carte program for parents and caregivers with toddlers and young children receiving SNAP benefits (please show EBT card at our front desk).
Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime every Friday at 10:30am in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center.
This program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting.
Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative mediums such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books & more. Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.
Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission.
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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.
Visit a free music class with your 0-7 year old and come see why Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has placed in top 5% of programs worldwide for three years in a row.
We have a beautiful facility, ample parking, caring and experienced teachers who love children and music, and are passionate to see your child thrive.
First class is free, plus you get a free gift after visiting! For more info, text “free class” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com.
Cheap summer kids’ movies have become a summer tradition over the years. That tradition continues for this Summer 2026 with the following cheap weekday morning kids’ movies.
Here are the 2026 Savannah-area summer kids’ movies schedules:
The 2026 Royal Cinemas cheap summer movie line up is:
• Smurfs: June 2 & June 4 • The SpongeBob Movie: June 9 & June 11 • KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & June 18 • The King of Kings: June 23 & June 25 • Dog Man: June 30 & July 2 • How to Train Your Dragon: July 7 & July 9 • The Bad Guys: July 14 & July 16 • A Minecraft Movie: July 21 & July 23 • David: July 28 & July 30
Every Tuesday and Thursday @ 10AM in July 2025 @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas. Sensory Friendly shows will be available for all films. All movies rated PG
$2 admission $2 popcorn/drinks/candy
sensory-friendly screenings included.
Movie starts at 10AM. Doors open at 9:15AM
Pooler Cinemas, 425 Pooler Pkwy, Pooler, GA 31322
The 2026 GTC cheap summer movie line up is:
• The Bad Guys: June 2 & 4 • Smurfs: June 9 & 11 • KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & 18 • Dog Man: June 23 & 25 • Sing: June 30 & July 2 • GOAT — July 7 & 9 • The Pout-Pout Fish: July 14 & 16 • The SpongeBob Movie: July 21 & 23 • David: July 28 & 30
$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.
Cinemark 2026 Bluffton cheap summer’s movie line up is:
• Paddington (2015) — June 1–4 • Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) — June 8–11 • KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-Along — June 15–18 • Shrek Forever After — June 22–25 • The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants — June 29–July 2 • A Minecraft Movie — July 6–9 • Dog Man — July 13–16 • How to Train Your Dragon — July 20–23 • The Bad Guys 2 — July 27–30 • Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie — August 3–6
Come to Savannah Sharks gym in Rincon for a safe, fun playtime with your toddler (crawlers up to age 4)! Toddler Playdates are Fridays, 9-10:20AM & 10:30AM-Noon.
These “play dates” are unstructured playtime with age-appropriate toys, swings, slides, a bouncy house, and more.
It is a great way to get your child out of the house and around other children in a safe, clean and fun environment.
Text with questions at 912-308-3818 or email officesavsharks.com
