Kindermusik by “88 KEYS PIANO” announces the opening of a NEW location in Bluffton SC!

Beginning in January, Kindermusik will be holding classes on Monday mornings in Bluffton at Play!, located at 53 Persimmons St. FREE DEMO DAYS will be held on Mon. Jan. 7 & Mon. Jan. 14 to introduce everyone to Kindermusik’s newest location. You can enjoy a free Kindermusik class with their child.

Classes will be available for babies (0-20 months) and for toddlers (18 months – 4 years old). Even though the DEMO classes are free, families need to enroll online at the Kindermusik website (www.88keysga.com ) because enrollment is limited.

Also, classes in Savannah will be held on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, and online ongoing enrollment is available NOW. Classes in Richmond Hill begin in January on Monday mornings.

For more info, call 912.988.KEYS (5397), email music@88keysga.com , or visit www.88keysga.com  today!

Kindermusik…Offering Music & Motion Classes for ages newborn to 7….where A Good Beginning Never Ends

More info on all of the above by clicking here.

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

We’re thrilled to share with that the popular Music with Mar classes will start in January 2013 in Pooler, Rincon & on Skidaway Island, in addition the Savannah class.

Music with Mar is a fun & smart music & movement parent-and-me class.

Classes in Savannah:
11 AM Tuesdays in the music room of St James Catholic Church (8412 Whitfield Ave. Fronts on Montgomery Cross Road), Savannah;

Classes in Pooler

9:30 AM Mondays @ St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, Pooler

Classes on Skidaway Island, Savannah

1 PM Tuesdays, Skidaway Island Presbyterian Preschool

Classes in Rincon

10 AM Wednesdays  in the Ashley Education Building at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Rincon

Classes start in January 2013

For children ages 6 months-6 years old and a parent/caregiver. Cost is $7/class per family (up to 4 children) or a block of 5 classes (to be used any time during a 2 month period) is $30. For more information, email megank@musicwithmar.com . “Like” Music with Mar on Facebook by clicking here to stay updated on classes.

Music with Mar is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser, On Facebook here.  Email megank@musicwithmar.com .

How The Grinch Stole the Polar Express – A Balloon Caper (Free balloon show)

This Saturday Dec. 15 at 2:00 p.m., you need to help Lynnae Weller, Owner of Bend Out A Shape Balloons, make sure the Grinch doesn’t steal Christmas for the entire world. Come have a fun, hilarious time at the Southwest Chatham Library (the one by Target at Savannah Mall). You might even get to see a snowball fight! Great for all ages.

If you want to have crazy amounts of fun at your next birthday party, please contact Lynnae with Bend Out A Shape Balloons at 912-228-3024 or e-mail bendoutashape@gmail.com, www.bendoutashape.com/

Like Bend Out A Shape Balloons on Facebook here.

Bend Out A Shape Balloons at 912-228-3024 or e-mail bendoutashape@gmail.com, www.bendoutashape.com/ Bend Out A Shape Balloons is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Join Kindermusik Savannah for some indoor music and plenty of movement, with Kindemusik’s all-new line up for December!

Starting with the littlest ones, Kindermusik is offering “Dream Pillow” on Wednesdays at 10:00am for newborns to 18 months old! Exploring Baby’s daily routine of not only nighttime, but also playtime, meal time and dance time, we’ll be listening to and playing along with music from all over the world! Join us starting December 5 for “Dream Pillow”. (update: 11/29/12: there are only 5 spaces left in this class for December).

Kindermusik’s toddler class is for 18 month to 4 year olds and will be featuring their all-new theme, “Rhyme Around Town”. Expand your toddler’s vocabulary with playful use of rhymes and words, all set to rhyming musical selections! This class meets on Wednesdays at 10:50, starting in December.

Kindermusik’s afternoon class is for all ages combined….Newborns to 7 years old…. and their December theme is “Out and About”. Kindermusik will be meeting on Wednesdays at 3:20pm and will explore all sort of pretend trips and sounds around town, as you keep busy moving and grooving!

All class costs include materials and music. Online enrollment is available now at www.88keysga.com !

All class sizes are limited, so enroll today!

Lastly, Kindermusik will be offering a ONE-TIME musical playdate for ages 0-7 on Monday, December 17, at 10:00am. The playdate theme is “JINGLE JANGLE!!!” and will feature bells, lights and all different types of music from around the world to celebrate this beautiful season. Enroll today for our one-time playdate on 12/17/12! Class cost is $12, and siblings are only $5!! Class cost includes tuition plus a download card for 10 songs from play.kindermusik.com! Join us TODAY for our Dec. 17 “JINGLE JANGLE!!!”

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

More info on all of the above by clicking here.

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

Studio 2424 announces the grand opening of MusikGarten family music sessions for toddlers and babies at the Averitt Center in Statesboro starting in 2013, in addition to the classes offered in Savannah.

Registration is now until Jan 3rd, for the session beginning January 10th. Register for classes here.

The class sessions are designed to nurture children’s music aptitude by engaging them with their families in singing and movement activities which help attune the ear, refine the voice, and develop an ease with rhythmical movement and expression. Instrumental activities range from marking simple rhythms with sticks, chimes and drums, to singing and playing strings and keyboards from notation. Details about classes here.

FREE preview classes! Curriculum for homeschoolers and nursery schools also available.

Register for classes here.

To sign up for a free preview class, click here.

Musikgarten Studio 2424 also offers parent-and-me classes for ages 0-5 at 10 AM & 4:30 PM every Wednesday at Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah. Pre-register at www.gmwmg.com

Studio 2424 – Music is FUNdamental: Come over and PLAY! Savannah, Pooler, Hilton Head, Statesboro tel: 912-434-1604 or 866-645-7501, http://www.gmwmg.com Studio 2424 is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

The JumpBunch of Greater Savannah class at Summer Breeze on Wilmington Island is moving to MONDAYS!

A SouthernMamas.com reader emails about this JumpBunch Class: “I am one of those moms that trys every “”mommy and me” class and this one is by far the best I have been to. The instructor Jenny was wonderful and very interactive with my toddler. It almost reminded me of a traveling gymboree or my gym. She worked on sports skills with balls, did a obstacle course, danced with ribbons and did bubbles at the end.”

It’s great to hear such recommendations so here is the JumpBunch post again! Still time to sign up!!

Jumpbunch is an International Sports and Fitness program serving children & families throughout the US and India. JumpBunch of Greater Savannah is currently offering classes in Savannah and Richmond Hill at Children’s Village, PALS, Early Learning, Maggies Morning School, Richmond Hill Montessori, Southern Montessori & many more locations.

The class is 9:30 am MONDAYS through Dec. 20 at Summer Breeze at 351 Wilmington Island Rd. Savannah GA

BIRTHDAYS

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah also offers BIRTHDAY PARTY packages!!! JumpBunch offers IN-SCHOOL birthday parties and parties at your location. Pick from over 70 themes, games and sports activities for high energy fun at a fraction of the cost of typical party places! We bring the equipment and all the FUN!!

Call today to begin planning your little one’s special day.

Current students get 10% discount

Call Coach Jenny today! 912-445-0312

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. Check out Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah on Facebook here

JumpBunch is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We were thrilled to see Scribble Art Studio @ this past Saturday’s Savannah Children’s Book Festival 2012 in Forsyth Park. Their tent was a popular one! And we’re happy these amazing artists are now branching out to Pooler in addition to Savannah.

Check out their new class art class schedule for Pooler above. To see the new class schedule for Savannah, click here.

Scribble Art Studio in Savannah & Pooler offers private & group art classes, birthday parties, adult art parties, girls’ night out. For more information, contact artist Carrie Christian at 912-323-0123 or email ScribbleArtStudio@hotmail.com, www.thescribbleartstudio.com .  Click here for more info. Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Studio 2424 offers various MusikGarten family music sessions for toddlers and babies in Savannah, Pooler, Statesboro & Hilton Head Is.

Among them are classes for ages 0-5 at 10 AM & 4:30 PM every Wednesday at Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah. Pre-register at www.gmwmg.com

The class sessions are designed to nurture children’s music aptitude by engaging them with their families in singing and movement activities which help attune the ear, refine the voice, and develop an ease with rhythmical movement and expression. Instrumental activities range from marking simple rhythms with sticks, chimes and drums, to singing and playing strings and keyboards from notation. Details about classes here.

FREE preview classes! The class schedule includes morning and evening classes at Monkey Joe’s in Savannah. Curriculum for homeschoolers and nursery schools also available. Register for classes here.

Class Schedule for 2012

Ages of Children Class Name/Days & Times 1- 5 yrs Curriculum for Homeschoolers, Nursery Schools, and Day Care Centers By Appointment 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, Wed 10am Wednesdays, 10 AM 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, Wed 4:30pm Wednesdays, 4:30 PM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 10:15am Thursdays 10:15 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11am Thursdays 11 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11:45am Thursdays 11:45 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 12:30 Thursdays 12:30 am Newborn – 3yrs, 4-7yrs, 8- 10yrs Private Party: Pick Your Theme Two hours of enriching fun and frolic with themed music and activities.

To sign up for a free preview class, click here.

Studio 2424 – Music is FUNdamental: Come over and PLAY! Savannah, Pooler, Hilton Head, Statesboro tel: 912-434-1604 or 866-645-7501, http://www.gmwmg.com Studio 2424 is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

We’re thrilled to learn that Music with Mar classes are restarting in Savannah & will now also be offered on Wilmington Island, too!

Music with Mar is a popular, fun & smart music & movement parent-and-me class.

Classes will be in Savannah & Wilmington Island:
*11 AM Tuesdays in the music room of St James Catholic Church (8412 Whitfield Ave. Fronts on Montgomery Cross Road), Savannah;
*10:45 AM and 4:30 PM Thursdays at Wilmington Island Presbyterian.

Classes are expected to start next week, the week of Nov. 5.

For children ages 6 months-6 years old and a parent/caregiver. Cost is $7/class per family (up to 4 children) or a block of 5 classes (to be used any time during a 2 month period) is $30. For more information, email email megkitchens@gmail.com  .

Music with Mar is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Jumpbunch is an International Sports and Fitness program serving children & families throughout the US and India. JumpBunch of Greater Savannah is currently offering classes in Savannah and Richmond Hill at Children’s Village, PALS, Early Learning, Maggies Morning School, Richmond Hill Montessori, Southern Montessori & many more locations.

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah has new a 6 week session beginning on November 8 – December 20 on Wilmington Island!

The new class offered will be Thursday morning at 9:30 am located at Summer Breeze at 351 Wilmington Island Rd. Savannah GA
(No class held Thursday November 22nd)

Check out the new session at a FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS November 1st AT 9:30 AM.

The cost for the 6 weeks is only $60

BIRTHDAYS

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah also offers BIRTHDAY PARTY packages!!! JumpBunch offers IN-SCHOOL birthday parties and parties at your location. Pick from over 70 themes, games and sports activities for high energy fun at a fraction of the cost of typical party places! We bring the equipment and all the FUN!!

Call today to begin planning your little one’s special day.

Current students get 10% discount

Call Coach Jenny today! 912-445-0312

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. Check out Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah on Facebook here

JumpBunch is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

You’re invited to check out a Stroller Strong Moms fitness class, held weekly 9:30-10:30 AM Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays in Forsyth Park in Savannah .

Your first class is FREE!

On Wed. Oct. 31, Stroller Stong Moms invites you to a Halloween Theme class with a ‘Stroller or Treat’ afterwards for the toddlers to visit each stroller for a treat and then a potluck after class.

Stroller Strong Moms offers a unique and challenging workout that’s constantly on the move. It uses the entire Forsyth Park in Savannah during class. Each fitness class will provide new and different walking/running routes and exercises in order to maximize fitness results and prevent boredom. For schedule & price info on Savannah classes, visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com & click savannah class. First class is free.

All exercises are introduced with multiple levels of difficulty so that moms of all fitness levels are able to workout together. Each class is designed so that your child has fun too.

“Like” Stroller Strong Moms Savannah page on Facebook here to stay updated.

Stroller Strong Moms, 12 East Park Ave. Savannah, 31401, email info@strollerstrongmoms.com , www.strollerstrongmoms.com Stroller Strong Moms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

SouthernMamas.com readers receive a ticket discount for Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy in Savannah.

Use the code MAMAS to receive $5 off tickets. Valid on the $15 and $20 price levels only. (Additional fees may apply). Don’t forget: the Opening night discount of $12 on all non-vip tickets. (Excludes Rinkside and VIP seating)

The high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars will race across the ice at the Savannah Civic Center, Nov. 29-Dec. 2.

The seven performances at Savannah Civic Center will also feature The Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom, the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as well as the heroic action of Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the Toy Story gang.

From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters.

Tickets start at just $15 and are on sale now, available at the Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com , charge-by-phone at 1-800-351-7469. To learn more about Disney On Ice, produced by Feld Entertainment, visit www.disneyonice.com.

Savannah Disney on Ice Show Schedule
Thursday, November 29 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 30 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 1 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 2 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

Baby Sign & Read Classes for parents with children from the ages of 0-3 yrs old are now being offered in Savannah by Giving in Love, Inc.

Sign & Read classes focus on parent-child interactions, communication, and reading. Parents learn how they can nurture their child’s language, cognitive and social-emotional development through three key areas of communication: talking, reading and signing.

There are 6 classes (no class during the week of Thanksgiving) in the first session. Class options are 10:30am or 11 am beginning Oct. 31 2012 at 1900 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31401 & an recently added class: 10:30am on Mondays starting 10/29 at 1910 Abercorn St, Savannah, 31401.

For more information, please call (912) 388-1658 or visit www.givinginlove.org “Like” Giving in Love on Facebook here.

Giving in Love, Inc is a non-profit & a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Join Kindermusik Savannah for October Musical One-Time Playdates – Wed. Oct. 31 for TWO exciting musical playdates with your children.

The theme for both playdates: “NO SCARE IN THE AIR and NO FRIGHT IN THIS SIGHT!”, as Kindermusik invites you to come in a NON-SCARY costume (optional) to experience the sounds and movement of KINDERMUSIK!

Instruments, props, lap bounces, stories and dancing will fill the room for 45 magical, musical minutes! At the end, each participant will receive a download credit for 10 SONGS from play.kindermusik.com!

First playdate is for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5 and meets at 11:00am on October 31st.

Second playdate is for babies ages newborn to 2 years old and meets at 12:00pm on October 31st.

Cost: $12 per class, which includes tuition + the download card.

Class spaces are limited to 12 per class, so enroll online at www.88keysga.com (click on the Kindermusik link) today!

Any questions? Please call or email Marina Lindblom 912.988.KEYS (5397), email music@88keysga.com

More info on all of the above by clicking here.

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

A reminder for Savannah-area families of children ages 0-7 who are interested in enhancing and enriching the musical development of your child:  Monthly enrollment in Kindermusik early music education classes is available online and classes are offered Monday-Fridays.

Come join Kindermusik parent-and-child sessions for a fall musical treat.

Check out some of the classes being offered in October:

Toddlers Tuesday mornings at 10:20 AM: “Milk and Cookies” is the theme. To Market, To Market:Pretend trips to the market in class will surely spice up your real-life shopping excursions, and light the spark of creativity in your young shopper. Songs, rhymes and instrument exploration focus on long and short sounds – musical concepts that will help your child understand musical note values in years to come.

Wednesdays at 10 AM: Infants to 18 months. “Zoom Buggy” is the theme. Trav’lin ‘Round:Introduce your baby to the music of many cultures from Russia, to Indonesia, to Israel and more. Dances, lap bounces, and instrument play focus on the long and short sounds of music as well as the thrill of riding in a rocket ship and a canoe.

Thursdays at 3:20 PM: For 0-7 year olds. “Family Time” is the theme.

Kindermusik will offer a one-time playdate at the end of October. Look for details coming soon.

Kindermusik is a classroom learning experience. KINDERMUSIK with 88 KEYS PIANO in Savannah teaches children music so they can become better learners. It’s not about making little Mozarts. It’s about developing skills in the whole child – ages newborn to 7 years – cognitive, physical, social, emotional, language and musical. For more than 25 years, Kindermusik has believed music is the best conductor for learning.

Kindermusik offers easy automated MONTHLY payment systems. No more lump sum “semester” fees due. Now you can easily budget for Kindermusik classes all year round because the payment is the same EVERY month.

Register online today here, as all class sizes are limited!

More info on all of the above by clicking here.

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

Baby Sign & Read Classes for parents with children from the ages of 0-3 yrs old are now being offered in Savannah by Giving in Love, Inc.

Sign & Read classes focus on parent-child interactions, communication, and reading. Parents learn how they can nurture their child’s language, cognitive and social-emotional development through three key areas of communication: talking, reading and signing.

There are 6 classes (no class during the week of Thanksgiving) in the first session. Class options are 10:30am or 11 am beginning Oct. 31 2012 at 1900 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31401 & an recently added class: 10:30am on Mondays starting 10/29 at 1910 Abercorn St, Savannah, 31401.

For more information, please call (912) 388-1658 or visit www.givinginlove.org “Like” Giving in Love on Facebook here.

Giving in Love, Inc is a non-profit & a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Stroller Strides of Savannah is coming to Richmond Hill!

• Fitness for Mom, Fun for Baby
• Total body workout using your strollers
• Meet other moms have fun with your baby
• Get in the best shape of your life

• Free Stroller Strides | Fit 4 Baby Class
• Raffle
• Giveaways
• Kids Activity

• Registration Fee Waived
• $45/month membership
• Bag full of goodys

Studio 2424 offers various MusikGarten family music sessions for toddlers and babies in Savannah, Pooler, Statesboro & Hilton Head Is.

Among them are classes for ages 0-5 at 10 AM & 4:30 PM every Wednesday at Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah. Pre-register at www.gmwmg.com

The class sessions are designed to nurture children’s music aptitude by engaging them with their families in singing and movement activities which help attune the ear, refine the voice, and develop an ease with rhythmical movement and expression. Instrumental activities range from marking simple rhythms with sticks, chimes and drums, to singing and playing strings and keyboards from notation. Details about classes here.

FREE preview classes! The class schedule includes morning and evening classes at Monkey Joe’s in Savannah. Curriculum for homeschoolers and nursery schools also available. Register for classes here.

Class Schedule for 2012

Ages of Children Class Name/Days & Times 1- 5 yrs Curriculum for Homeschoolers, Nursery Schools, and Day Care Centers By Appointment 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, Wed 10am Wednesdays, 10 AM 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, Wed 4:30pm Wednesdays, 4:30 PM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 10:15am Thursdays 10:15 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11am Thursdays 11 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11:45am Thursdays 11:45 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 12:30 Thursdays 12:30 am Newborn – 3yrs, 4-7yrs, 8- 10yrs Private Party: Pick Your Theme Two hours of enriching fun and frolic with themed music and activities.

To sign up for a free preview class, click here.

Studio 2424 – Music is FUNdamental: Come over and PLAY! Savannah, Pooler, Hilton Head, Statesboro tel: 912-434-1604 or 866-645-7501, http://www.gmwmg.com Studio 2424 is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Baby Sign & Read Classes for parents with children from the ages of 0-3 yrs old are now being offered in Savannah by Giving in Love, Inc.

Sign & Read classes focus on parent-child interactions, communication, and reading. Parents learn how they can nurture their child’s language, cognitive and social-emotional development through three key areas of communication: talking, reading and signing.

There are 6 classes (no class during the week of Thanksgiving) in the first session. Class options are 10:30am or 11 am beginning Oct. 31 2012 at 1900 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31401

For more information, please call (912) 388-1658 or visit www.givinginlove.org “Like” Giving in Love on Facebook here.

Giving in Love, Inc is a non-profit & a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Make plans now for Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy in Savannah.

The high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars will race across the ice at the Savannah Civic Center, Nov. 29-Dec. 2.

The seven performances at Savannah Civic Center will also feature The Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom, the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as well as the heroic action of Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, and the Toy Story gang.

From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters.

Tickets start at just $15 and are on sale now, available at the Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com , charge-by-phone at 1-800-351-7469. To learn more about Disney On Ice, produced by Feld Entertainment, visit www.disneyonice.com.

Savannah Disney on Ice Show Schedule
Thursday, November 29 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 30 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 1 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 2 1:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.

Check out the new MusikGarten family music sessions for toddlers and babies in Savannah, Pooler,  Statesboro & Hilton Head Is.

The class sessions – presented by Studio 2424 – are designed to nurture children’s music aptitude by engaging them with their families in singing and movement activities which help attune the ear, refine the voice, and develop an ease with rhythmical movement and expression. Instrumental activities range from marking simple rhythms with sticks, chimes and drums, to singing and playing strings and keyboards from notation. Details about classes here.

FREE preview classes! The class schedule includes morning and evening classes at Monkey Joe’s in Savannah. Curriculum for homeschoolers and nursery schools also available. Register for classes here.

Class Schedule for 2012

Ages of Children Class Name/Days & Times 1- 5 yrs Curriculum for Homeschoolers, Nursery Schools, and Day Care Centers By Appointment 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower  Dr, Savannah,  Wed 10am Wednesdays, 10 AM 0- 5 yrs Monkey Joe’s, 311 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, Wed 4:30pm Wednesdays, 4:30 PM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 10:15am Thursdays 10:15 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11am Thursdays 11 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 11:45am Thursdays 11:45 AM Newborn through age 5 Averitt Center Thurs 12:30 Thursdays 12:30 am Newborn – 3yrs, 4-7yrs, 8- 10yrs Private Party:  Pick Your Theme Two hours of enriching fun and frolic with themed music and activities.

To sign up for a free preview class, click here.

Studio 2424 – Music is FUNdamental: Come over and PLAY! Savannah, Pooler, Hilton Head, Statesboro tel: 912-434-1604 or 866-645-7501, http://www.gmwmg.com Studio 2424 is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Jumpbunch is an International Sports and Fitness program serving children & families throughout the US and India. JumpBunch of Greater Savannah is currently offering classes in Savannah and Richmond Hill at Children’s Village, PALS, Early Learning, Maggies Morning School, Richmond Hill Montessori, Southern Montessori & many more locations.

JumpBunch of Greater Savannah has new 9-week sessions starting in Richmond Hill & Berwick.

Berwick sessions are on Oct 2-Nov 27 2012. The class offered will be Tuesday morning at 9:30 am located at Coastal Cathedral at 275 Berwick Blvd. in Berwick. FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS: Sept. 25 at 9:30 AM.

Richmond Hill sessions are Oct 1-Nov 26 2012. The class offered will be Tuesday morning at 9:30 am located at New Life Worship at 16252 Hwy 144 in Richmond Hill Ga. FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS OFFERED Sept 24 at 9:30 AM.

JumpBunch Details

Cost for the 9 week sessions: $72.00

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. Check out Jumpbunch of Greater Savannah on Facebook here

JumpBunch is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Toddler Tuesday weekly nature program at Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah will be at a new time. Instead of two sessions, there will be one weekly session from 10:30-11:15 starting this Tuesday, September 25. Theme of Sept. 25 is Fabulous Foxes.

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.

Oatland’s new naturalist Michelle Kelly leads the sessions. Pre-registration required.

Toddler Tuesday Program Fees for 2011-2012: General: $5 per child $5 per adult Friends of Oatland Members: $5 per child, up to 2 adults FREE!

Program fee includes program and entrance to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and trails.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center Wildlife, 711 Sandtown Rd. Savannah, GA, 31410 (912) 395-1212

Driving directions here.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym on Wilmington Is. is the spot for children’s classes and birthday parties.

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.

Fall 2012 Classes Available:

Wiggle Worms: 30min classes ages walking – 2yrs This “Parent and Me class” is designed to incorporate the earliest aspects of physical fitness, enhance fine and gross motor skills, body awareness, and muscle coordination while promoting physical, mental and social development. Music, basic gymnastics movements, and games create a fun and healthy atmosphere for you and your child.

Grasshoppers: 45 min classes ages 2-3yrs This toddler class is open to children who enjoy having parents close by and are ready to learn to follow instructions from another adult. We ask parent/guardian to assist until their child is ready to participate on their own. This class continues to enhance your child’s fine and gross motor skills, social skills, strength and coordination through the activities and obstacle courses that emphasize eye-hand coordination, climbing, hanging, jumping, running, and rolling in a fun and safe environment.

Bumble Bees : 60 min classes ages 3-4yrs This class continues to enhance and challenge your child’s physical, social and cognitive development. Basic tumbling and gymnastics skills, ball handling skills and preschool concepts are taught. Group activities, teamwork, and fun theme-based curriculum keep your child engaged and excited to participate.

Fire flies: 60 min/week ages 4-6yrs This class is designed for children in Pre-K through Kindergarten. Concepts and themes are designed to introduce and reinforce age-appropriate physical, social and cognitive skills. Basic tumbling, gymnastics, and ball handling are worked through obstacle courses, group games, and teamwork.

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Dragon Flies: 60 min/week ages 6-8yrs This class is designed for children in First and Second grade. Concepts and themes are designed to challenge children using age-appropriate physical, social and cognitive skills. Basic tumbling, gymnastics, ball handling, and physical fitness skills are worked through obstacle courses, group games, and teamwork. .

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

Inclusion class: Adult, child with special needs (ages 5 – 10), and siblings – Contact for more information.

FREE TRIAL CLASSES available. Unsure your child will participate? Want to see Coach Val in action before you commit to class time? Fill out our free trial form here and try out a class at no cost.

Mention you saw on SouthernMamas.com site, and annual registration fee of $25 will be waived.

Coach Val’s Tumblegym, 310 Johnny Mercer Blvd in the Wilmington Island Shopping Center, 912-268-6003, www.coachvals.com; On Facebook here. Coach Val’s Tumblegym is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.