Archive for the ‘Pre pre-schooler activities’ Category

New classes starting soon @ Savannah Sharks Cheerleading & Tumbling; free trial classes offered in July

Thursday, July 18th, 2013

Savannah Sharks Cheerleading & Tumbling has new classes starting soon & registration is open.

Savannah Sharks Cheerleading & Tumbling‘s gym in the perfect convenient location. It’s at the corner of Victory Drive & Skidaway Road, 2123 East Victory Drive, Savannah – the former spot of Bouncing Angels!

Upcoming classes include:

* Jump, tumble, dance and move! Bring your little one to our Mommy and Me Play Dates! For crawlers through age three. Classes will begin in August, Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30-12:30.  Savannah Sharks is offering two FREE trial classes in July on Monday, July 22nd and Monday, July 29th 10:30-12:30! Email Savsharks@gmail.com to register for the free trials!

* Savannah Sharks is now taking registrations for their fall tumbling classes. The new schedule is on the Savannah Sharks website at savsharkscheer.com. Please email savsharks@gmail.com for registration information! Classes are filling up FAST!

Savannah Sharks Cheerleading & Tumbling, 2123 East Victory Drive, Savannah, 31404, email savsharks@gmail.com, http://savsharkscheer.com On Facebook here. Savannah Sharks is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Registration now open for 2013-14 classes @ Coach Val’s Tumblegym, Wilmington Is.; SouthernMamas discount

Sunday, July 14th, 2013

Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Wilmington Is. is now registering kids for 2013-2014 classes that begin Aug. 12. Different classes offered for various ages from walkers to 8 year olds.

Visit schedule and rates page for updated information. LOTS of new classes offered starting in August including:

Wiggle Worms

30 mins/week             walkers – 2 yrs accompanied             by adult

 

GrassHoppers

45 mins/wk             2 to 3 yrs accompanied             by adult

 

Bumble Bees

60 mins/week             3 to 4 yrs

 

FireFlies             60 mins/week 4 to 6 yrs

DragonFlies

60 mins/week             6 to 8 yrs

JULY Special! Register with a friend during the month of July and each receive a $15 credit toward 2nd months class fees. Both registrations must be received same day to apply. Details here.

Call 912-268-6003 or email val@coachvals.com.

Birthday Parties
Leave the ENTERTAINMENT and MESS to Coach Val’s Tumblegym, which offers Birthday Parties customized to fit your child’s interests and theme. Good for ages 2 to 8 years old. Details here.

Classes are in a safe, air conditioned, bug-free environment! Tumblegym’s experienced staff will keep your little one moving while having a great time.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym provides fun, imaginative exercise programs for children walking through 10 yr olds. Their curriculum integrates physical skill acquisition with social and cognitive learning concepts. Basic gymnastics and tumbling, ball handling skills, strength, balance, and all around coordination activities part of every class.

Please “like” Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Facebook here to keep up with latest news and specials.

Gift Certificates available: What great way for grandparents and family members to give child gift that invests in child’s future and development.

See website here for schedule and rates. Registration online available by clicking here.

Mention you saw Coach Val’s Tumblegym on SouthernMamas.com site to receive $10 off your initial class fee..

Coach Val’s Tumblegym, 310 Johnny Mercer Blvd in the Wilmington Island Shopping Center (with Dollar Tree, Ace Hardware, and Goodwill) Tel: 912-268-6003, www.coachvals.com, On Facebook here. Coach Val’s Tumblegym is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Stroller Strides of Savannah to reopen classes in Pooler this Wed. July 10

Monday, July 8th, 2013

Stroller Strides of Savannah classes return to PoolerStroller Strides of Savannah will reopen classes in Pooler this Wed. July 10 2013 at Tom Triplett Park at 9:30 AM. You can pre-register by clicking here.

Classes will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 am at Tom Triplett Park. Unlimited Class Pass is $45 per month. Your first class is FREE.

For more information about classes visit Stroller Strides of Savannah Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/StrollerStridesOfSavannah or email natalialucero@fit4mom.com or contact Natalia Lucero at at 910-987-5943. Stay tuned for more details.

For more information contact: Natalia Lucero at natalialucero@strollerstrides.net , visit www.strollerstrides.com or facebook Stroller Strides of Savannah at https://www.facebook.com/StrollerStridesOfSavannah. Stroller Strides of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Toddler Tuesday nature program themes for July & August @ Oatland Is. Wildlife Center, Savannah

Sunday, July 7th, 2013

Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife CenterToddler Tuesday nature programs are back at Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah after a brief hiatus.

This week’s theme: July 9 Teddy Bear Picnic: Bring your favorite stuffed animal & the group will sing songs to it, read stories & have a picnic, teddy-bear style.

At Toddler Tuesday, children & their parents/caretakers experience nature through themed activities including live animal encounters, wildlife nature walks, storytelling, songs, interactive finger-play & crafts.

Details & a look ahead at Toddler Tuesday themes for July & August by clicking here.

Summer Kindermusik parent-&-me early childhood music education classes for kids ages 6 mths to 6 years, Savannah

Sunday, July 7th, 2013

Kindermusik Savannah/Bluffton

It’s not too late to join in for Kindermusik‘s Summer session for ages 6 months to 6 year olds, called “How Do You Feel?” .

Classes meet on Wednesdays at 10 AM through the end of July. Fees are prorated for those who join in now!

Any questions? Please contact Kindermusik Savannah/Bluffton at 912.988.KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com

Marina Lindblom, 88 KEYS PIANO/Kindermusik, 912.988.KEYS (5397), email music@88keysga.com, www.88keysga.com . Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Lingüa offers Spanish & Sign Language classes & Spanish Immersion Summer Camp

Saturday, June 22nd, 2013

Spanish lessons for children in Savannah Pooler Registration for LingüaBaby™ starts this week.

This class will be a small, Mommy/Daddy-and-Me class for babies and toddlers, specifically geared toward baby’s language development. Activities include parachute games, visual development with scarves, music, dancing, visual arts, rhymes, stories, and dance, ALL IN SPANISH and American Sign Language. You will not want to miss this! Mention this ad to receive your first class free! Click here for more info.

Still looking for a summer camp? Lingüa’s  Spanish Immersion Summer Camp in Pooler only has a few spots left! Register today before they are all gone: http://www.bilingualfamilia.com/spanish-immersionsummer-language-camp/

Arabic classes for children and adults start July 18th! Call or register here: http://www.bilingualfamilia.com/group-class-materials/

Online Advanced Spanish for adults starts soon. Get your speaking skills on high octane! Details: http://www.bilingualfamilia.com/shopping-cart-preview/

Follow Lingüa on Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter for all the latest updates!

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Lingüa, www.bilingualfamilia.com, email bilingualfamilia@gmail.com, Lingüa is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

More free performances for kids at local library branches

Thursday, June 20th, 2013

Chances are you know all about the free summer performances for kids at various Live Oak public library branches in Chatham, Effingham & Liberty counties. If you don’t know about them, click here for the schedule.

But there are also special programs that are presented by Live Oak’s children’s librarians. The librarians travel from the branches where they normally work to other branches throughout the system to present a program they created based on the theme, which this year is “Dig Into Reading”.

Here are their free programs:

Stone Stories

Dig into a special sack full of story stones! Hear what stories the stones have to tell and then make your very own story stone! Ages 4 to 10. Presented by children’s librarian Sha Dishong.

W. W. Law Library, 236-8040
Monday, July 1, 10:30 a.m.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Thursday, July 11, 3 p.m.

Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Wednesday, July 24, 3 p.m.

Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, July 25, 3 p.m.

Bull Street Library, 652-3600
Monday, Aug. 5, 10:30 a.m.

Wiggly Worm Races

Learn all about the wiggly worms that live beneath our feet as you race against your friends with these real live creepy crawlies! Ages 5 and up. Presented by children’s librarian Amber Pulley.

Midway Library, 884-5742
Tuesday, June 25, 4 p.m.

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Tuesday, July 23, 3 p.m.

Wii Dance!

It’s a dance party at the library!  Practice your dance moves with your friends! Ages 10 and up. Presented by librarian Mark Darby.

Forest City Library, 238-0614
Saturday, June 22, 3 p.m.

Tybee Library, 786-7733
Monday, June 24, 3 p.m.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Saturday, July 6, 3 p.m.

Thunderbolt Library, 354-5864
Monday, July 15, 3 p.m.

Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Saturday, Aug. 3, 3 p.m.

Bull St. Library, 652-3600
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 3 p.m.

I Dig Getting Dirty

Do you like dirt and mud? Do you like bubbles and baths? Then you will enjoy these books, songs, and activities all about the fun of getting dirty and clean! Ages 2 and up. Presented by children’s librarian Alissa Boyd.

Tybee Library, 786-7733
Wednesday, July 10, 1:30 p.m.

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Tuesday, June 25, 3 p.m.

Pooler Library, 748-0471
Monday, July 22, 10:30 a.m.

Islands Library, 897-6233
Monday, July 29, 10:30 a.m.

Ready, Set, Grow!

Explore the diverse world of a backyard garden through songs, stories and play! Ages 2-5. Presented by children’s librarian Mary Wood.

Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, June 27, 10:30 a.m.

Forest City Library, 238-0614
Tuesday, July 16, 11 a.m.

Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432
Thursday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

Creating Stories through Music

Use musical themes to inspire creative writing! Ages 10 and up. Presented by children’s librarian Betsy Stow.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Wednesday, June 26, 6:30 p.m.

Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, July 18, 3 p.m.

Southwest Chatham, 925-8305
Thursday, Aug. 1, 3 p.m.

FREE Rock N Roar Dino Show & other free summer shows for kids (Savannah, Pooler, Hinesville, Rincon)

Thursday, June 20th, 2013

Rock N Roar Dino Show

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Sean Driscoll presents “Rock N Roar Dino Show”, a live theater performance combining puppetry, interactive animated dinosaurs, mystical magic and roaring music.

Ages 4 and up.

Oglethorpe Mall Library, 925-5432 Thursday, June 20, 4:30 p.m.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003 Friday, June  21, 10:30 a.m

Pooler Library, 748-0471 Friday, June 21, 4:00 p.m.

Thunderbolt Library, 354-5864 Thursday, July 18, 11:00 a.m.

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305 Thursday, July 18, 3:00 p.m.

Rincon Library, 826-2222 Friday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Bull StreetLibrary, 652-3600 Friday, July 19, 4:00 p.m.

Every summer, Live Oak Public Library branches in Savannah, Effingham, Pooler, Tybee Is. & Hinesville offer FREE fun performances for kids as part of the Summer Reading Program. These are great ways to entertain & educate your kids, encourage reading & cool off FOR FREE. To see the schedule of various free summer library shows, click here.

FOR MORE FREE SUMMER KIDS’ ACTIVITIES IN SAVANNAH & THE LOWCOUNTRY, CLICK HERE.

Savannah Mall Wknd Family activities include Oatland Island Wildlife Center animals, Puppet People Face-Painting, train & double-decker carousel

Tuesday, June 18th, 2013

Summer train rides at Savannah Mall Oatland Island, Savannah Mall’s Community partner will be at Savannah Mall Center Court on Sat. June 22 from 12-3 PM with special animals and information about Oatland Island Wildlife Center.

Angela Beasleys Puppet People will be doing facepainting and tattoos, Saturday June 22, 12-3 PM.

Kids can also take train rides around center court from June 1- Labor Day. Train rides are $2.

Savannah indoor play areas: Double-decker carousel, sand sculpture, train rides at Savannah MallDon’t forget to ride the all new double-decker carousel in the food court.

For more information about the Savannah Mall, please visit www.savannahmall.com  or call 912-927-7467.

Mall Hours: Mon – Sat: 10 am – 9 pm Sun: Noon- 6 pm

Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31419, (912) 927-7467, www.savannahmall.com , Savannah Mall is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Summer Kindermusik parent-&-me early childhood music education classes for kids ages 6 mths to 6 years, Savannah

Sunday, June 16th, 2013

Kindermusik Savannah/Bluffton

Here’s a fun addition to your summer line up – Kindermusik classes with your child!

Kindermusik is offering classes for 6 weeks, beginning on Wednesday, June 19th! The classes will run for 6 consecutive weeks.

Kindermusik will start by offering a class at 10 AM on Wednesdays, for children ages 6 months to 6 years. This class is called “Wiggle and Grow” and will feature the theme, “How Do You Feel?”

Tuition and materials is $99 for the 6 weeks, and is payable up front. Online enrollment is available NOW by clicking here and class size is limited to 12. So if you’re interested in attending this class with your child and possibly some friends, don’t delay! If this class fills up, Kindermusik will offer another class. For right now, they’ll start out with just offering this one class to see how the enrollment goes. Adding an extra class is easy, though, so if you have suggestions for other ages or class titles, please let Kindermusik know!

Any questions? Please contact Kindermusik at 912.988.KEYS (5397) or email music@88keysga.com

Marina Lindblom, 88 KEYS PIANO/Kindermusik, 912.988.KEYS (5397), email music@88keysga.com, www.88keysga.com . Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

FREE Spray Pool Hours/Schedule for Summer 2013 @ Forsyth Park, Hull Park, Savannah

Tuesday, June 11th, 2013
Spray Pools/Spray Pads Free Summer Kids Activities in Savannah

Hull Park Spray Pool, Ardsley Park, Savannah

FREE SPRAY POOLS IN SAVANNAH
Spray Pools offer an opportunity to enjoy a cool water experience at park under adult supervision. Savannah Spray pool locations include Avondale, Hull Park, Forrest Hills, Paulsen, Savannah Gardens, 38th Street Park and Victory Heights Parks. Hours: June 17- August 2, 2013 Monday – Friday 10 AM – 3 PM.

Forsyth Park Spray Pool Hours: June 17- August 2, 2013 (at the park’s bandshell/stage @ Drayton & Huntington streets in Savannah)
Monday thru Friday – 10 AM to 6 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 6 PM
Sunday Noon to 6 PM

Hull Park Spray Pool Hours:  June 17- August 2, 2013 (the playground is @ Atlantic & 55th streets in Savannah’s Ardsley Park)
Monday – Friday 10 AM – 3 PM
Saturday 10 AM-3 PM

For more info on spray pools or the city’s supervised playgrounds summer 2013 schedule, click here.

FREE lunches are served during summer by the City at some parks including Hull Park & Forsyth Park 6/17 to 8/2 every day during the summer (11:45-12:45 @ Hull Park @ Atlantic & 55th Sts & 10:30-11:45 AM @ Forsyth Park @ Drayton & Huntington) to any child who wants one. Lunch includes a sandwich, fruit, milk, juice. For the complete Summer 2013 schedule of free lunches in various Savannah playgrounds, click here.

FOR FREE SUMMER KIDS’ ACTIVITIES IN SAVANNAH & THE LOWCOUNTRY, CLICK HERE.

Puppet People’s Interactive Summer Friday Shows Start 6/7

Wednesday, June 5th, 2013

Puppet People Summer 2013 shows

Here’s a fun, cool way to entertain the kids during Summer 2013 in Savannah. Take them to an Angela Beasley’s Puppet People show!

Angela Beasley’s Puppet People will have offer interactive puppet shows 11 AM Fridays June 7-28 & July 12-Aug. 23 during Summer 2013 at the Puppet People Party Place, 3119 Furber Ave. Thunderbolt, 31404.

Use coupon to the right to receive $2 off each ticket.

Admission includes: interactive puppet show, tour of puppet making studio, play time, puppet craft.

Walk-ins welcome, reservations preferred Group Rates Available Contact 912.355.3366 or www.PuppetPeople.com

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

Sand sculpture, train rides, double-decker carousel during Summer 2013 @ Savannah Mall

Monday, June 3rd, 2013

Savannah Mall summer sand sculpture and train ridesHere’s a different activity for hot summer day: Check out the new 75-ton sand sculpture in the center court of Savannah Mall. The sculpture features a summer animal theme and incorporates some of the animals from the mall’s double-decker carousel.

Sand sculptors from Sandtastic created the sculpture, which will be up until Labor Day. See photos of the sculpture’s progression from a pile of sand to the completed masterpiece on the Savannah Mall Facebook page by clicking here.

The sculpture’s wild animal theme ties into Savannah Mall’s community partner Oatland Island Wildlife Center. Be sure to see a whale bone display from Oatland Island June 1-Sept. 1 at center court.

Kids can also take train rides around center court from June 1- Labor Day. Train rides are $2.

Savannah indoor play areas: Double-decker carousel, sand sculpture, train rides at Savannah MallDon’t forget to ride the all new double-decker carousel in the food court.

Weekend family events are coming June 8th, June 22, July 13, and July 27th. Stay tuned for details.

For more information about the Savannah Mall, please visit www.savannahmall.com  or call 912-927-7467.

Mall Hours:
Mon – Sat: 10 am – 9 pm
Sun: Noon- 6 pm

Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31419, (912) 927-7467, www.savannahmall.com , Savannah Mall is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Summer 2013 mini-camps for ages 4-7 at Coach Val’s Tumblegym, Wilmington Is.; SouthernMamas discount

Sunday, June 2nd, 2013

Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Wilmington Is. is offering summer mini-camps for ages 4-7 years old. Call 912-268-6003 or email val@coachvals.com.

Summer mini-camps at Coach Val’s Tumblegym, Wilmington Is. For ages 4-7 years old. Time: 9 AM-noon or 9 AM-1 PM, Mon-Fri. Click here for more info & see below.

Summer camps for toddlers, preschoolers in Savannah at Tumblegym on Wilmington Island

The mini-summer camps are in a safe, air conditioned, bug-free environment! Tumblegym’s experienced staff will keep your little one moving while having a great time.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym provides fun, imaginative exercise programs for children walking through 10 yr olds. Their curriculum integrates physical skill acquisition with social and cognitive learning concepts. Basic gymnastics and tumbling, ball handling skills, strength, balance, and all around coordination activities part of every class.

Please “like” Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Facebook here to keep up with latest news and specials.

Gift Certificates available: What great way for grandparents and family members to give child gift that invests in child’s future and development.

See website here for schedule and rates. Registration online available by clicking here.

Additional Programs Available for Summer (see website here for details)

Mention you saw Coach Val’s Tumblegym on SouthernMamas.com site to receive $10 off your initial class fee..

Coach Val’s Tumblegym, 310 Johnny Mercer Blvd in the Wilmington Island Shopping Center (with Dollar Tree, Ace Hardware, and Goodwill) Tel: 912-268-6003, www.coachvals.com, On Facebook here. Coach Val’s Tumblegym is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

JumpBunch Class Session Starts June 3 @ Summer Breeze, Wilmington Island & June 6 in Richmond Hill

Wednesday, May 29th, 2013

JumpBunch spring 2013 sessions on Wilmington Island

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah  is opening a class on Wilmington Island at Summer Breeze at 351 Wilmington Island Rd.,  Savannah!

Check out the class at a FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS on  Monday June 3 at 9:30 am. The summer session will run June 10 thru August 5th (No class held on July 1st).

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah  also is offering a summer session in Richmond Hill at Coastal Community Christian Church on Ford Avenue. Check out the class at a FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS on Thursday May 30 at 10:30 am. This summer session will run June 6 thru August 1 with no class held July 4th .

Call Coach Jenny today! 912-445-0312

Enroll online now here or call 912-445-0312.

Check out Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah on Facebook here

CLASSES

Each week, JumpBunch offers a cardio workout, muscle resistance training and introduces a new sport activity in a fun, hands-on, non-competitive environment. At this stage, the goal is to build confidence and coordination.

Some of the fun sports offered are: Lacrosse, Hockey, Football, Soccer, Bowling, Kickball, Cheerleading and parachute games and best of all equipment for each class will be available for each child. No equipment to buy!!

Mommy and Me class, Toddler and Preschool curriculum.

Enroll online now here or call 912-445-0312.

JumpBunch is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

FREE Summer 2013 Performances for Kids @ Live Oak Public Library Branches

Tuesday, May 28th, 2013

Summer Reading Events

Every summer, Live Oak Public Library branches in Savannah, Wilmington Is., Effingham, Pooler, Tybee Is. & Hinesville offer FREE fun performances for kids as part of the Summer Reading Program.

These shows are great ways to entertain & educate your kids, encourage reading & cool off FOR FREE.

Click here to check out the line-up of performances for Summer 2013. The shows kick off June 4 2013.

There are some longtime favorites like Magical Educator Chad Crews as well as Fiddlin Dan who will be performing this summer as Ruby the Clown. Kids are going to excited about Rock N Roar Dino Show. The talented actors from Hampstead Stage Company will return again, this summer performing “The Secret Garden.”

See the schedule performances here. These shows are also now included in our online Events Calendar which you can access by clicking here.

Savannah Summer 2013 Kids’ Events: Puppet People Shows on Fridays (Things to do in Savannah with kids)

Monday, May 20th, 2013

Puppet People Summer 2013 shows 

Here’s a fun, cool way to entertain the kids during Summer 2013 in Savannah. Take them to an Angela Beasley’s Puppet People show!

Angela Beasley’s Puppet People will have offer interactive puppet shows 11 AM Fridays June 7-28 & July 12-Aug. 23 during Summer 2013 at the Puppet People Party Place, 3119 Furber Ave. Thunderbolt, 31404.

$2 off each ticket.

Admission includes: interactive puppet show, tour of puppet making studio, play time, puppet craft.

Walk-ins welcome, reservations preferred Group Rates Available Contact 912.355.3366 or www.PuppetPeople.com

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

FREE Family Days @ Telfair Museums, Savannah

Friday, May 17th, 2013

Free kids activities in SavannahTelfair Museums has a new FREE Family Days program, an opportunity for adults and children of all ages to enjoy free monthly hands-on art projects, story time, gallery exploration activities and more

The free events are held one Saturday each month from 1-4 p.m. at Jepson Center, located at 207 W. York St.

Telfair Family Day 2013 Schedule

September 14 | Shiny Shapes and Detail
Look to the Rizza Silver collection to explore ideas of shape and script in drawing and sculpture.
Attendees can look to the Rizza Silver Collection to explore ideas of shape, sculpture and dining traditions. Featured hands-on activities include faux engraving, aluminum foil sculpture, gallery games exploring silver works and a table setting challenge. Participants can also enjoy story time and the Telfair’s signature What Can We Make? challenge! The Georgia Power Foundation and the AGL Resources Foundation funded this Free Family Day.
Guests can also enjoy the opening of an exhibition of art created by youths across the Savannah community. During the summer, Telfair Museums’ education department made 45 site visits to parks, playgrounds and neighborhood centers. The City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs sponsors Telfair’s summer outreach program for youth

October 19 | Sketch Crawl
Explore the world with a sketchbook.

November 23 | Spanish Family Day
Studio activities, flamenco performance and workshop.

December 14 | Holiday Special
DIY cards, printmaking and wrapping paper how-to’s.

The Telfair’s hours are Monday 12-5pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10 am- 5 pm; Thursday 10 am- 8 pm; and Sunday 12-5 pm. Single-site adult admission is $12 to the Jepson Center, $12 to the Telfair Academy, and $15 to the Owens-Thomas House. Admission to all sites is $5 for K-12 students and free to children 5 and under. A three-site admission pass is $20 for an adult or $40 for a family of four (includes a one-time visit to Telfair Academy, Jepson Center and the Owens-Thomas House for a week-long period). Group fees are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information, call 912.790.8802 or visit www.telfair.org.
Jepson Center – 207 W. York Street
Telfair Academy – 121 Barnard Street
Owens-Thomas House – 124 Abercorn Street

Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W York Street, Savannah,  31401, www.telfair.org Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Bring your 3 or 4 year-old to a FREE pre-K readiness assessment @ St. Andrew’s School in Savannah

Thursday, May 16th, 2013

St. Andrew's only Savannah private school named one of most challenging schools in the U.S.

St. Andrew’s School on Wilmington Island invites you to a FREE readiness assessment for pre-k students, Saturday, June 1, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

St. Andrew’s School, a nationally accredited leader in early childhood education, invites your family to participate in a readiness assessment for rising 3 year-old and 4 year-old students to assess Pre-K and Kindergarten preparedness.

St. Andrew’s team of educators, including math and literacy specialists, will host a one day only event to assess cognitive, social and emotional readiness and answer your questions about what’s next.

Please call to make a reservation and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

While students are testing, parents can tour the school and speak with administration and current parents.

Contact Christine Sapp at sappc@saintschool.com  or 897.4941, x. 400 to reserve your spot today.

St. Andrew’s is an independent International Baccalaureate World School committed to being a leader in 21st Century teaching and learning, which includes a curricular focus on creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and character. For more information on the Pre-K 3 through Grade Twelve school, visit www.saintschool.com  or call 912.897.4941.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Road, Savannah, 31410, www.saintschool.com St. Andrew’s School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Stroller Strides of Savannah offers discounted teacher summer pass

Sunday, May 5th, 2013

Stroller Strides Savannah indoor workouts 2013 in Richmond Hill

School is almost out! Join Stroller Strides of Savannah today!

* Buy a Teacher’s Summer Pass for $85 and save $25. Refer 5 friends and the pass is yours for FREE!

* Get out, Get fit and Meet other parents this summer with your kids in tow!

* Weekly playgroups, mom’s night out and priceless friendships.

Join Stroller Strides of Savannah today.

(Pass includes unlimited Stroller Strides classes, playgroups once a week, moms night out and priceless friendships.**Pass is only valid for teachers and school staff. Valid from May 29th-July29th.)

For more information about classes visit Stroller Strides of Savannah facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/StrollerStridesOfSavannah  or email natalialucero@fit4mom.com or contact Natalia Lucero at at 910-987-5943

 For more information contact: Natalia Lucero at natalialucero@strollerstrides.net , visit www.strollerstrides.com or facebook Stroller Strides of Savannah at https://www.facebook.com/StrollerStridesOfSavannah. Stroller Strides of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Butterfly Discovery @ Coastal Discovery Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Saturday, May 4th, 2013
Butterfly Discovery Program for Kids Hilton Head Is. Take a guided tour through the Karen Wertheimer Butterfly Enclosure @ Coastal Discovery Museum on Hilton Head Is. to get up close and personal with native butterflies.  Learn hands-on about the different stages of a butterfly’s life cycle-see a living caterpillar and chrysalis!  Reservations required by calling 843-689-6767 ext 223.  $10 adult $5 child
Upcoming program dates & times include:
10-11 AM Mon May 13
3-4 PM Wed. May 15
10 AM Mon. May 20, Tues. May 21, Wed. May 22
10 AM Mon. May 27 Memorial Day
3 PM Wed. May 29
Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn
70 Honey Horn Drive
843-689-6767 ext 223
http://www.coastaldiscovery.org

Family Yoga classes for all ages at Ganesha’s Place, Savannah

Monday, April 29th, 2013

family yoga classes in Savannah at Ganesha's Place

Check out the upcoming Family Yoga classes at Ganesha’s Place, Savannah’s new therapeutic yoga studio.

To register or more information, (912)665-4199 or www.ganeshasplace.com

Ganesha’s Place offers a variety of therapeutic classes including yoga for special needs kids, children with autism & restorative yoga for caretakers.

What we love about Ganesha’s Place is that it’s a spot to explore, heal and have fun. Ganesha’s can be a place for the whole family: you’re not required to be athletic or wear special outfits. Yoga therapy at Ganesha’s regulates and improves the balance between health and wellness without the intimidating images of body contortions and “pretzels”.

Keep up with Ganesha’s Place on Facebook here.

Ganesha’s Place, at the corner of Barnard & 40th St. @ 2323 Barnard St., 912-665-4199, http://ganeshasplace.com/ Ganesha’s Place is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

FREE: Rip Van Winkle Musical

Thursday, April 25th, 2013

In this new musical performed by the Savannah Stage Co, Rip Van Winkle finds himself face-to-face with the legendrary Diedrich Knickerbocker, after conjuring an old fable about the magical gnome.This musical adventure is based on the famous short story by Washington Irving, and guides the audience through the ups and downs of Rip’s choices as he discovers the true value of his time. For ages 3 and up. FREE. More info here.

Hinesville Library, 368-4003
Tuesday, May 14, 10:30 a.m

Pooler Library, 748-0471
Wednesday, May 15, 10:30 a.m.

Bull St. Library, 652-3600
Thursday, May 16, 10:30 a.m.

Southwest Chatham Library, 925-8305
Saturday, May 18, 11:00 a.m.

More info here.

Summer Camp & Fall Preschool Info @ Open House Wk April 22-26 @ Maggie’s Morning School, Savannah

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

Savannah summer Camp & Child Care info at Maggie's Morning School Open House WeekThis week. you’re invited to visit  Maggie’s Morning School, a NAEYC accredited private, non-profit pre-school at 6610 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31405.

Open House Week – Monday April 22 – Friday April 26. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a..m. and 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Come see what makes Maggie’s “The Creative Alternative” for Pre-school and learn about Maggie’s summer program “Earthworks”.

This popular, beloved well-established Savannah school offers hands-on learning and a child-centered approach that encourages exploration and independence through a well prepared environment.

Mission Maggie’s Morning School provides a developmentally appropriate, quality learning experience for a diverse student body in a safe, creative, and nurturing environment. The focus is on the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of each and every child through hands on activities and support by working together with families, well-trained teachers, and community resources.

Description Maggie’s Morning School has been serving Savannah since 1982. The school has 2, 3, and 5 half day and full day programs for children 18 months (by Sept. 1) through age four, and the Bright From the Start, Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Pre-Kindergarten program. Maggie’s provides an exceptional and unique learning environment in order to facilitate social, emotional, physical and intellectual development in each child.

For the school year, Maggie’s serves children ages 18 months (by Sept 1) through 3 classes of State-Funded (FREE) Pre-K.

For the summer program, Maggie’s serves children 18 months (by Sept 1) through children entering 2nd grade.  Learn more about Maggie’s Summer Camps 2013 by clicking here.

Call (912) 352-8404 or (912) 352-8065 for more info or click here. Tell them SouthernMamas.com sent you!

Stay connected by “liking” Maggie’s Morning School on Facebook here.

Maggie’s Morning School, 6610 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31405, www.maggiesmorningschool.org,  On Facebook here. (912) 352-8404, (912) 352-8065 Maggie’s Morning School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser