Artful Afternoon (Wednesday from 1-4pm) – Nov 12, Dec 10
Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu. This event is free and open to the public.
Drawing Club (Wednesdays 4 p.m.) – Nov 5, Nov 12
Let your imagination run wild at this weekly drawing workshop for aspiring creatives focusing on the basic principles of art and design. Seek inspiration in the galleries, meet new friends, and begin preparing a portfolio of your work as museum educators offer tutorials to perfect your drawing skills.
This workshop for middle school and high school students is free and open to the public.
To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Mini Masters (Monday 11am-12pm) – Nov 17, Dec 15
Calling all little creatives! Embark on a journey of artistic expression, discovery, and exploration with SCAD MOA educators. Join us every third Monday for imaginative activities designed especially for children and inspired by our latest exhibitions. While enjoying art projects, gallery visits, and snack time, your budding geniuses (and you) can form new friendships.
Mini Masters Monday is programmed for children ages 1–4. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Admission is $5 per child. Mini Masters memberships are also available to families at $25 for 12 months (a savings of $45) and include complimentary admission to Mini Masters Mondays in addition to individual museum membership benefits.
To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Seeking a sweet way to spice up Thanksgiving break? Skip the shopping and get creative with confections! The SCAD Museum of Art welcomes you to decorate cookies at TAD café. First, explore the galleries to inspire your confectionary creations. Then, learn cookie crafting techniques from associate curator and edible art extraordinaire Brittany Richmond. Enjoy holiday treats as you create your own baked goods to take home or gift to that special (hungry) someone. This workshop is intended for middle school-aged students. Drop off begins at 8:45 a.m. A museum educator will be stationed at the Turner Blvd. entrance under the glass tower from 8:45 to 9 a.m. for your convenience.
All skill levels are welcome. Admission is $20. Materials included and snack provided. For questions, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Enjoy Halloween arts & crafts, Halloween storytime followed by pumpkin dissection to learn about the pumpkin life cycle, Trick or Treating with Tippy the Tortoise, ending with a Costume Parade.
Followed by Farm Friday when there will be a Halloween Tea with mint from the museum garden at about 11:30AM. Museum staff will be in Alice in Wonderland costume for the Halloween tea.
All included with admission. Free for members. Become a member here(one price, six museums)
Come see why St. Andrew’s has been voted the #1 Private School in Savannah.
Tour this private, independent PreK-12th grade school on Wilmington Island at an upcoming open house: Tuesday, Oct. 28 2025; Tues. Nov. 18 2025; or Wed. Jan. 14 2026
Register for an open house online here. Please tell them SouthernMamas.com sent you!
St. Andrew’s School is dedicated to personalized student development and to cultivating engaged, well-rounded individuals.
The results speak for themselves: * 100% of graduates are accepted to four-year colleges and universities. * Students are admitted to a wide range of institutions—from highly selective national universities to top liberal arts colleges to specialized programs that fit their passions. Recent matriculations include University of Georgia, Yale University, Brown University, New York University, SCAD, University of Liverpool, and Georgia Tech. * Families often share that the most valuable outcome is not just where their child is admitted, but how prepared they are to succeed once they arrive.
Make plans to attend one of the best Savannah Fall kids traditions: Halloween Hike @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center Fri & Sat. Oct. 17 & 18, 5-8PM.
Advanced Reservations Required. Tickets go on sale to the public at 9AM Monday, Sept. 29th. Purchase tickets online here.
Walk with your trick or treater through Oatland’s friendly forest of nature trails to meet and gather goodies from cheerful animal characters. Face painting, crafts, concessions, and much more. Learn more here.
Ticket prices: Adult – $8, Children – $10
Early Registration opened to current (as of September 22nd) FOO (Friends of Oatland) members on Friday, September 26th.
NOTE: Oatland Island will close to the public at 3:30 PM to prepare for Halloween Hike. Last admissions will be at 2:00 PM.
Try a free introductory Kindermusik class with your newborn – seven year old!
Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano in Bloomingdale has been serving the community for 23 years, and can’t wait to welcome you and your little one into the family!
Text FREE CLASS to 912-432-5885 to set up your free trial class.
Unless otherwise noted, programs are free. $5 for parking.
An * indicates pre-registration is required.
Call the Visitor Center at 912.598.2300 to register for programs with an asterisk *.
All About Bats: 6-7:30PM Friday Oct. 17. Join us for a bat watch and expert talk as the sun sets in the sky and the bats begin to fly. Meet at Picnic Shelter 1. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
*Create A Critter Mask, 11AM-Noon Sunday Oct. 19. Whoo whoo makes “spooky” noises at night? Make a mask while you learn about nocturnal animals for whom the night is a delight! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
*Seasonal Suncatchers, 11AM Sunday Oct. 5, 11AM Monday Oct. 27. Gourd-geous pumpkin or beautiful bat, you choose! Make a seasonal sun-catcher and learn how bats benefit plants like pumpkins and more! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
*Bats in the Belfry: Dangling Decorations, 11AM Thursday, Oct. 23, Wednesday Oct. 29. Make a bat garland to hang in your belfry or home, and learn more about bats and their contributions to our ecosystem. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Trek n’ Treat: 4-7PM Saturday, Oct. 25. Enjoy the magic of the park at dark while enjoying fun activities and collecting tasty treats. Meet at Picnic Shelters 2 & 3. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
*Full Moon Hike: 7-8:30PM Monday Oct. 6. Come view the Harvest Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails in whole new light. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. Meet at the Visitor Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
iNaturalist 101: 11AM Friday Oct. 10. Are you an iNaturalist user? Learn how to use this powerful citizen science tool. We will show you how to use the smartphone applications to make observations, suggest identifications, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Archery*: Saturday Oct. 4, Sunday Oct. 12, Saturday Oct. 18 10am-Noon. 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 the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range near the day use comfort station.
*Diamondback Terrapins 3PM Saturday. Oct. 4. The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Fungi Friday Hike, 10AM Friday Oct. 3: Have you ever wondered how and why mushrooms grow the way they do? Join our interpretive ranger to learn more as we find and identify fungi on and near the trails. Be sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. 1-2 mile hike.
Picnic at the Point, Noon, Sunday, Oct. 26. Pack a lunch and join us for a laid-back hike to the picnic area at the intersection of the Avian Loop and Connector Trail. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead at 12:00 PM. The total distance is approximately 2 miles, with a break at the Skidaway Narrows to eat lunch and chat as we enjoy the view. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Read with a Ranger, 10AM Tuesday Oct. 14 & Tuesday Oct. 28. Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center; program will be held outside in fair weather.
Roving Ranger, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, Oct. 16, Oct. 20. A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more.
Snakes of Skidaway: Corn Snake, Friday Oct. 3 & Tuesday Oct. 21; Rat Snake Tuesday Oct. 7 & Thursday, Oct. 30; Garter Snake, Thursday Oct. 9; King Snake, Saturday Oct. 18. Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: This month, we will feature one of the corn snakes & the eastern king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet & touch the snake.
Unboxing the Box Turtle: 3PM Friday Oct. 10, Tuesday Oct. 14. Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center.
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Fall 2025 marks two milestone anniversaries for Kindermusik with 88 Keys: 11 years at their dedicated Bloomingdale studio, and 23 years of teaching Kindermusik around coastal Georgia.
Kindermusik is offering 6 FREE celebration classes for the community!
Come to one of the dates below for a totally free class with a fun surprise theme, sweet treats, and special gifts for everyone.
Spaces are limited in all the classes and will be closed as soon as each one fills
Limit, you may only enroll in one class. Choose your preferred time and come celebrate.
Enjoy open play in Rise Gymnastics‘ safe, kid-friendly gym space where little ones can climb, jump, balance, and explore at their own pace. It’s the perfect way to burn energy, build coordination, and connect with other families!
9:30AM-11:00AMTuesdays & Fridays
For ages 5 and younger- must be accompanied by an adult
Early drop-off available from 7:30–9:00am for just $10
Your kids will spend the day moving, learning gymnastics, doing arts and crafts and having FUN in the gym while making new friends and burning off energy.
Register today through the Parent Portal – spots are limited!
Need a childfree evening? Rise Gymnastics in Savannah has you covered.
Saturday, September 27th
6:00–10:00 PM
Rise Gymnastics Academy
Drop off your kids (ages 5–12) for a night full of games, gymnastics, crafts, dinner, and more while you enjoy a well-deserved night out!
$50 per child
$30 for each additional sibling
Spots are limited—reserve your child’s spot today for a night of fun and some well-earned free time for you. Register online through the parent portal and under the events tab.
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Come to Savannah Children’s Museum for the second program in this school year’s Little Learners series: a special visit with our friends from Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Museum and Nature Center, Friday, September 26th, 10am-Noon at Savannah Children’s Museum.
Connie Shreve — who teaches outdoor education at Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum and Nature Center’s popular Swamp School homeschool program — will present a program all about pine trees and participants will make paper.
Visitors will also participate in open exploration of our museum and our weekly Farm Friday program featuring a special farm-to-table snack.
Included with the cost of admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members.
Become a Coastal Heritage Society member here.(Six sites, one price for $125/year)
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Come to Savannah Children’s Museum for another program in this school year’s Little Learners series: a special visit with our friends from Skidaway Island State Park, Wednesday, October 22nd 10-11AM at Savannah Children’s Museum.
Snakes of Skidaway will be the theme. Rangers from Skidaway Island State Park will bring some of their most popular snakes to Savannah Children’s Museum so kids can learn all about these snakes!
Included with the cost of admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members.
Become a Coastal Heritage Society member here.(Six sites, one price for $125/year)
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Come to Tiny Jam @ The Jam UAC, Savannah, Wed. Aug. 27, 9-11AM
Connect with other parents and enjoyed playtime with your little one.
New this session: The Jam is introducing Baby’Jam at 9 AM, specially designed for 18-24 month olds. These little jammers can even join Tiny Jam afterward for more fun.
Open Play Time for 6 mo to 3 yo ONLY
For 2 hours, enjoy the Tod’Jam, a room dedicated to little ones.
Parents, bring your little one and socialize with other parents, while your babies enjoy playing with others in a fun, clean and safe space.
Baby’Jam class is on Wednesday at 9 am – 45 min Parent & Me class. Baby Jam is a structured class where 18 mo to 2 yo can learn basic motor skills inspired by gymnastics.
Students will be able to enjoy the Tiny Jam after their class.
Join Riverfront Gymnastics Center on Friday evenings for Parents Night Out, for a fantastic opportunity for your child to learn new skills and enjoy playful moments with friends during their Open Gym session!
Drop the kids off for a night of pizza, games, open gym, and endless giggles while YOU enjoy a couple hours to yourself.
Not part of the Riverfront Gymnastics Center community yet? No worries!
Just sign in through the parent portal here, register under camps with your preferred method of payment, and you’re all set to join the fun!
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Fall Festival 2025@ Riverfront Gymnastics in Bloomingdale
Riverfront Gymnastics in Bloomingdale just outside of Savannah is celebrating their incredible community with this heartwarming event!
This special Fall Festival Donation event is the perfect opportunity for families to come together for fun, connection, and a meaningful cause.
From games and seasonal treats to giving back in a big way, it’s all about lifting up others while enjoying the spirit of the season!
Fall Festival Donation Event: featuring fall photo booth, trunk or treat & silent auction, 3-6PM Sat. Oct. 18 2025 @ Riverfront Gymnastics in Bloomingdale. Open to the public. All donations benefit Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willet Children’s Hospital of Savannah.
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**Register for Sharkie School – an engaging and enriching Mother’s Morning Out Program for your little Shark (walking to age 5)!**
Dive into a fun-filled day designed to spark imagination, creativity, and social growth in a safe, nurturing environment!
At Sharkie School, each morning is packed with hands-on activities and joyful play your child will love.
Daily Highlights Include:**
* Morning Meeting, Story Time & Indoor Play * Creative Crafts & Educational Activities * Obstacle Courses, Group Games & Active Play * Bouncy House, Trampoline Fun & Music & Dancing
Whether it’s their first big splash into a group setting or part of their weekly routine, your little Shark will thrive in a day full of laughter, learning, and movement!
Tumble TIme is an open play session just for ages 5 and younger.
Bring your kids to explore, climb, jump, and tumble in our kid-friendly gym space—perfect for building coordination, burning energy, and making new friends (for them and you!).
*Every Tuesday & Friday plus on Labor Day Monday Sept. 1
