Toddler Tuesday Parent & Me Nature Program @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Toddler Tuesday is a program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of Oatland Island Wildlife Center’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 ​Oatland’s furry, feathered or scaly​ residents.

Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes. Toddler Tuesday is weather dependent and in case of extreme weather and a cancellation is required,​ attendees will be emailed at the address you registered with which you registered.

UPCOMING THEMES

April 2: Bobcat Birthday

April 9: Friends with Fox

​Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays from 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM and registration is not required, but it helps organizers speed up check in and if there is a cancellation you will be the first to know. 

Program Cost:

$5 for adults / free for adult FOO members

$3 for military adults/ free for adult FOO members

$5 for children participating in the program (FOO members and non members must pay program fee)

$3 per class if you buy a multi pass punch card (6 class minimum purchase)

​You can purchase a punch card for your child’s admission for repeat visits at the class sign-in table, or at the front desk lobby anytime. 

Find out more information here

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Diesel Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will have diesel train rides Fri. Jan. 12 through Mon. Jan.15 2024!

Site tour by train will be on the hour from 10AM – 3PM (with the last ride at 3PM).

Rides are first come, first served, and you MUST pick up a boarding pass in the gift shop to board the train.

Learn more here.

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Savannah Children’s Museum is next to Georgia State Railroad Museum

While visiting Georgia State Railroad Museum, be sure to purchase entry to visit Savannah Children’s Museum, too, which is right next door.

Savannah Children’s Museum is an outdoor, two-level space, built within the former Central of Georgia Railway repair facility and adjacent to Georgia State Railroad Museum. The museum features learning-through-play exhibits including an exploration maze, a reading nook, building blocks, a nature kitchen and scavenger hunt.

Open Wednesday through Sunday  from 9AM-3PM.

SCM will have special opening Mon. Jan. 15 in because schools will be closed in honor of MLK Jr Day.

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum on Monday for a special open day to celebrate Martin Luther King Day!

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Noon Year’s Eve Countdown & Dance Party will be Sun. Dec. 31 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum on New Year’s Eve Day Sun. Dec. 31 2023 for a Kids’ Noon Year’s Countdown Celebration, weather permitting. There will be a countdown to noon with shaker crafts, bubble wrap fireworks and a dance party.  

(Please note that Savannah Children’s Museum will be closed Mon. Jan. 1 and will reopen for regular hours of operation Wed. Jan. 3 2024 @ 9AM-3PM.)

School Hours continue: Savannah Children’s Museum is currently open Wednesday – Sunday 9AM – 3PM and closed on Mondays & Tuesdays (with the exception of Special Open Days such as Tues. Dec. 26 2023)

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Meet & Greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus

There are still a few chances to have photos with Santa at Plant Riverside District in Savannah. The photos with Santa spot is located by the Pavillions on the River Walk.

Photos with Santa sessions are:

Friday 12/22 | 6-8PM

Saturday 12/23 | 1-3PM

Sunday 12/24 | 5-8PM

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Savannah Christmas Market 2023 @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Experience the magic of the holidays at the fourth annual Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District! Enjoy a European-style outdoor holiday market as well as live performances, children’s activities, photos with Santa, and a wide range of holiday-themed food and drink options. You’ll find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list at the Savannah Christmas Market. 

What: Savannah Christmas Market 

When: Thursday, November 16, 2023 – Monday, January 1, 2024
Location: Plant Riverside District Riverwalk, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA.

Cost: Free 

Learn more here.

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Festival of Trees @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Guests are invited to join us at our first annual Festival of Trees to take place in our lobby at Plant Riverside District. This festival will feature a forest of dazzling Christmas trees that represent a unique array of local businesses and organizations. 

What: Festival of Trees 

When: Now through Monday, January 1, 2024
Location: Generator Hall (Powerplant Building) 

Cost: Free 

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Free movie & tap dance exercise @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Get ready to tap, tap, tap those happy feet! Join us for a FREE showing of the movie Happy Feet paired with a tap-dancing exercise on Thursday, December 28.

This event is free and open to all ages. No pre-registration required. The movie will begin at 10am at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St in Savannah.

The Savannah Cultural Arts Center is operated by the City of Savannah’s Cultural Resources department. Learn more at savannahga.gov/arts.

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Bond with your baby @ music & movement Kindermusik classes

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano offers music classes for children ages newborn to 7 years old.

Infants under 10 weeks attend completely free.

Come try an introductory class and see how music can help your baby and young child grow in countless ways! Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or text/call 912-432-5885 for more info. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Parent & Me program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center this Thurs. 12/21

Start your day with art at this monthly parent & child program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for Art Start, which includes story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Dec. 21 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limted, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

Register online here.

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Make special holiday treats for Oatland’s wolf pack

Join Friends of Oatland on Saturday Dec. 9 2023 9:30-10:30AM before Oatland Island Wildlife Center is open to the public and make special holiday treats for the Oatland wolf pack!

Tickets are limited to 10 people per session• $20.00 per person, for all ages.

All attendees must have a ticket. Purchase tickets online here.

All participants must be at least 4 years of age. Minors must be accompanied by a paid adult.

Your ticket price includes admission to Oatland for the day, so feel free to stay and see the other animals after your program.

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Sat. Dec. 9, 2023; 10 AM & 11AM! Kindermusik Savannah’s last playdates of the year

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano presents its last playdate of 2023 – “Jingle All the Way!”

Join Kindermusik Savannah with your newborn to 7 year olds for a cozy and wintry celebration of music! We’ll be ringing bells, riding sleighs, and dancing in the falling snow, all through the wondrous magic of our imaginations with some exciting real-life instruments and props!

Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful 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 coupon for future weekly studio classes

To enroll your child, visit kindermusikwith88keys.com. Text/call 912-432-5885 for more info. 

Kindermusik…music now, skills for life.

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Polar Express Party 2023 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah

The Dec. 19 2023 Polar Express Party @ Oatland Island Wildife Center in Savannah is a special Toddler Tuesday program and the last Toddler Tuesday program of 2023.

It will take place inside Oatland’s conference room and will include a typical Toddler Tuesday program about polar animals; followed by train play (large and small train sets), a holiday craft, hot chocolate and cookie snack, and winter snow play. 

This program is a special fundraiser for Oatland.  Reservation is required due to limited space inside.   Reserve your spots online here.

Oatland’s Polar Express Party runs about 45 minutes and will be offered 3 times on Dec. 19, so all who want to attend have a chance to come.   

After Dec. 19, there will be a short break in Toddler Tuesday programs for the holidays, and will reconvene on Jan. 2, 2024.​

​​Please review all Toddler Tuesday information here and if you still have any questions, please reach out to Michelle Kelly by email or at   (912) 395-1517.

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Voted top music & movement program status for the past three years

Come and see why Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano is the Coastal Empire’s longest running music & motion program, since 2002! 

They’ve been voted “Top Program” status for the past 3 years by Kindermusik International, ranking us in the top 5% of programs worldwide. 

Today, 21 years later, Kindermusik Savannah still loves what they do -unite families through music, and introduce babies, toddlers and young children to the joys of music! 

Text 912-432-5885 to set up your free trial class. 

Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com to learn more. They can’t wait to meet your family and welcome you.

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TRIBE Savannah’s Holiday Dance Party Tues. Dec. 19, 2023

Come sing and dance together as we learn about the different cultural celebrations in the month of December. 

This event is for the entire family and includes music and fun from holidays including Hanukkah, Nochebuena, Christmas, Kwanza and more!

Holiday inspired snacks, crafts, music and movement will absolutely get your family in the holiday spirit!

Don’t miss a special drum performance by Abundaverse , a chance to snap a picture with a character from the Land of the Sweets Nutcracker and a unique opportunity to dance with Santa Claus.

Tickets are $10 per child (12 months+) and $8 per adult.Online pre-registration is required.

Frank G Murray Community Center 125 Wilmington Island Rd, Savannah, GA 31410 10-12pm & 1-3pm.

Get tickets HERE.

TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high-quality programming focusing on happier hearts, minds and bodies. 

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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Holiday Cookie Decorating, every Saturday in December, @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Café

Children of all ages are warmly invited to participate in a holiday cookie decorating class @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Cafe, led by Plant Riverside District pastry chefs.

Each participant will take home holiday cookies as well as a keepsake apron. Reservations are strongly recommended as space is limited. Make reservations online here.

What: Holiday Cookie Decorating 

When: Saturday, December 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2023 (Every Saturday in December) – 2 p.m. 

Where: Turbine Café in Generator Hall 

Cost: $20 

Reservation: Make reservations online here.

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Gingerbread House Unveiling @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Plant Riverside District’s award-winning pastry team will create a spectacular gingerbread house that will remain on display through January 1. Crafting a gingerbread house for guests to enjoy is a beloved holiday tradition that takes one month to create. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the unveiling of this impressive culinary creation. 

What: Gingerbread House Unveiling 

When: Friday, November 24, 2023 – 4 p.m. 

Where: Turbine Café in Generator Hall (Powerplant Building) 

Cost: Free 

Learn more here.

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Plant Riverside District Christmas Lighting Ceremony

Ring in the holidays at the annual Christmas Lighting Ceremony at Plant Riverside District. This popular family-friendly event serves as the official grand opening of the fourth annual Savannah Christmas Market and will kick off the holiday season. Enjoy the holiday tree lighting, preceded by a live reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Roger Moss, and special appearances by Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. 

What: Plant Riverside District Christmas Lighting Ceremony 

When: Friday, November 24, 2023 – 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 

Location: Plant Riverside District  

Cost: Free  

Learn more here.

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Plant Riverside District — which is home to the popular Savannah Christmas Market — will host a family-friendly Brunch with Santa on Sun. Dec. 17 2023 11AM-3PM in Salzburg Ballroom, inside the Atlantic Building at 400 W. River St. Savannah.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will come directly from the North Pole for a one-day-only event to create memorable moments with guests.

This holiday event will feature: food, photo-ops and meet and greet opportunities with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch.

WHEN: Sun. Dec. 17, 2023 11AM-3PM 

WHERE: Plant Riverside District – Salzburg Ballroom, 400 W. River Street, Savannah

When: Sunday, December 17, 2023 – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

Where: Salzburg Ballroom 

Cost: $62++ for adults; $30++ for children ages five to 12

RESERVATIONS:

Reservations are required to attend the 2023 Brunch with Santa event at Plant Riverside District. Tickets for the Dec. 17 event are $62 plus tax and gratuity for adults and $30 plus tax and gratuity for children ages three to 12. Tickets are available HERE or on OpenTable.com.

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The Brunch With Santa buffet at Plant Riverside District will feature:

●      Chef’s Breakfast Action Stations
Custom Omelet, Choice of Egg (cage-free or egg whites), Assortment of Toppings

Housemade Biscuit and Sawmill Gravy
Mini Bagels with Smoked Salmon, Capers, Whipped Cream Cheese and Fresh Dill

·       Morning Classics

French Toast with Maple Syrup

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit

Spiced Apple and Blueberry Granola Yogurt Bowls with Local Honey

Applewood Bacon, Pork Sausages and Chicken Sausages

Roasted Breakfast Potatoes 

●      Carving Stations

Glazed Spiral Ham

Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast

Caramelized Leek and White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes

Spiced Honey Roasted Carrots and Winter Squash

Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and a Soy Ginger Glaze

Buttercup Squash and Cavatappi Pasta with Sage Brown Butter

●      Dessert Stations

Signature displays of assorted Christmas pies, cakes, tortes and cookies prepared by the accomplished pastry team at Plant Riverside District

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Beyond the mall: Find fun places where your kids can Santa this holiday season in Savannah here.

Savannah Santa Train returns on Sat. Dec. 9, 2023, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum

Reserve your spot online here.

Savannah Santa Train, one of the largest annual holiday family events in the Lowcountry, returns on Sat. Dec. 9, 2023, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah.

Festive activities and entertainment include a holiday-themed diesel locomotive train ride experience, Tin Soldier training, crafts and historic children’s games, live performances, a visit from Santa Claus & more.

Savannah Santa Train is hosted each year by Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum. Tickets are $20 per person for all guests age eighteen months and up and online pre-registration is required here.

Train rides are available every fifteen minutes, so please select a time to reserve your seat.

Get tickets here.

Reminder: Did you know that your scheduled train ride is NOT your start time for the event? You can begin your day at Santa Train at any time – come as early and stay as long as you like for a full day of holiday cheer!

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Art Start storytime, tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah, Thurs. Nov. 16

Start your day with art at this monthly parent & child program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for Art Start, which includes story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Come play and learn. Theme for Nov. 16 Art Start: Created Beasts: Sculpture by Ulysses Davis. (pictured below)

Nov. 16 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limited, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

Dec. 21 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limted, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

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TRIBE presents Zumbini- Music & movement for your baby.

Created by Zumba and BabyFirst TV, Zumbini is an early childhood education program that uses original music and movement for children 0-4, all while creating the ultimate bonding experience for you and your child.

Come check out this ultimate bonding experience for your child 0-4 years old & their caregiver.
There are two opportunities to Demo a Zumbini class with TRIBE Savannah before the next session starting the week of Nov. 8.

TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high quality programs.
Questions? Email tribesavannah@gmail.com or text 786-525-3850

Zumbini Demo Classes
Thurs. Nov. 2, 10AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.
Thurs. Nov. 2, 11:15AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.
This is the perfect way to try a Zumbini class before committing to the 8 week session.

Already a Zumbini family? Come play with TRIBE Savannah on these dates to keep the fun going!

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high-quality programming focusing on happier hearts, minds and bodies. 

Programming includes:

*Zumbini- Music and movement for kids 0-4 and caregiver (8-week session). 

*After School Wellness- total body wellness program geared towards preschoolers 3-5. 

*Monthly Community Wellness Walks

*A Multicultural Holiday Dance Party,

* Private wellness programs And more!

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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FREE Kid-Friendly Holiday Ballet Rendition of The Nutcracker @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center, Nov. 17

Tybee Ballet Theatre presents The Land of the Sweets @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater in November and @ Tybee Post Theater in December.

There will be a FREE performance on Fri. Nov. 17 2023 @ 7PM @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater. Seating is limited, but you can reserve your free ticket online here.

In partnership with Savannah Cultural Arts Center through the Spotlight and Weave-A-Dream Programs, this ballet will be unique and inclusive rendition of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker. 

Tybee Ballet will present Land of the Sweets as ticketed events on Sat. Nov. 18 2023 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center @ 3 & 7PM as well as Sat. Dec. 9 2023 @ 3 & 7PM and Sun. Dec. 10 2023 @ 3PM at The Tybee Post Theater. 

Purchase online here or scan the QR codes above.

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Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah is a place for parents and toddlers to have fun, stay fit and make new friends.

*9:30-11AM

*ages 5 and younger – must be accompanied by an adult.

*No registration required.

*$10 / child – Cash Only

Upcoming Tiny Tot dates are: Tues. Oct. 31, Sat. Nov. 4 & Tues. Nov. 14. Learn more here.

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Demo Zumbini classes offered in Savannah Nov. 1-2

Are you familiar with programs offered by TRIBE Savannah?

You have three opportunities to come try a Zumbini class with TRIBE Savannah before the next 8 week session starts. Zumbini – designed for kids ages 0-4 and their caregivers – combines music, dance and educational tools for bonding, exercise and fun.

TRIBE Savannah makes family wellness more attainable through high quality programs.

Questions? Email tribesavannah@gmail.com or text 786-525-3850

Zumbini Demo Classes

Wed. Nov. 1, 10AM @ Lake Mayer Community Center. Sign up here.

Thurs. Nov. 2, 10AM @ Frank G. Murry Community Center. Sign up here.

Thurs. Nov. 2, 11:15AM @ Frank G. Murray Community Center. Sign up here.

This is the perfect way to try a Zumbini class before committing to the 8 week session.

Already a Zumbini family? Come play with TRIBE Savannah on these dates to keep the fun going!

Learn more about TRIBE Savannah here.

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See fire truck, police squad car ,weather tracker van & more @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

Coastal Heritage Society will host their annual Hero Fest at Old Fort Jackson in Savannah, Sat. Nov. 4 10AM-2PM.

Hero Fest educates families about local heroes, such as law enforcement, first responders, medical personnel, emergency organizations, military branches, and many other “heroes” who play an essential role in the Savannah community.

Several community partners will be on-site including Chatham County Police Department (plus a squad car!), Savannah Fire and Rescue (with a fire truck!), WSAV’s Weather Tracker Van, and more.

CHS Educators will lead special programming highlighting leaders, like nurses, soldiers, and teachers, and will include musket demonstrations, a cannon firing.

Tickets are included in admission ($10 per person; $7 aged 4-12). FREE for CHS members and active and retired military with ID. Become a CHS member here.

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Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Registration

Enrollment for the BRAND NEW Soccer Shots 6-week Late Fall season is now open for children ages 2-8! 

Each season Soccer Shots uses a different curriculum covering new skills and character words while having fun! They’re kicking off the Late Fall Season the week of Nov. 4 2023 and want your child to join in on Soccer Island!  

We are so excited to invite you to be a part of the first ever Soccer Shots Savannah Late Fall Public Park Season!! Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about this program!

Or go straight to the enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah-macon.soccershots.com.

Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!

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