In addition to weekly day camps, JEA Camp Savannah offers specialty summer camps on certain weeks including Ultimate Sports Camp for ages K-5th grade.
Each day, campers will rotate through instructional sessions of core/secondary sports.
Campers will learn techniques, develop skills and advance their abilities. The goal is to have campers learn in a fun and active environment with an emphasis on sportsmanship, confidence building and mutual respect.
To register, visit JEA Camp Savannah then click on registration link. Under your preferred week, select the Ultimate Sports option in the drop-down menu.
For more information or questions about programming, please contact DJ Horton by email Camp@savj.org or Jackie Laban by email Jackiel@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111.
If you have questions about registration or financial assistance, please contact Camp Registrar, Sarah Docar by email Kids@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111 Ext 308.
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Get ready to get messy and have a blast! Children will use their imaginations as they create unique works of art! Campers will learn about different artists, dabble in color and explore different mediums in this fun-filled camp.
Campers will love designing and constructing their dream inventions and structures using a variety of recycled materials, Legos, and untraditional supplies.
CMOP’s classic camp is back! Explore all of the terrific museum exhibits and participate in our daily programs! We’ll be on the go making projects and inventions, creating art, and having a blast in the exhibits!
Two camp times to choose from. This camp is offered as a morning only camp or choose the all day option.
July 17-21 2023. Two time options: 9AM-Noon (morning only) or 9AM-3PM (all day)
Your child will have a blast creating rhythm through STEM building of musical instruments! Design, build, and learn to play various instruments such as rhythm boards, rubber band harmonicas, and straw pan flutes!
Each week has a new theme, and your kiddo will walk away with an armful of creations, learned techniques, and long-lasting memories.
Choose which camp theme speaks to your child or enjoy them all.
Camp runs Tuesday-Friday, 9:30 am-12:00 pm, with a weekly rate of $180+tax per child and includes daily camp care and all necessary tools and supplies to create. Daily Snack & Drink provided.
Our camp is designed for girls and boys ages 7-13.
Week 3, June 20-23, TIE DYE DIY. We’ll tie dye a shirt and a drawstring bag, hydro dip a hat and flower pot, make alcohol ink coasters and have a splatter party on Friday with their new friends!
Week 4, July 10-14, PERFECT PET. We’ll make a faux fish aquarium, a hook plaque, a treat dispenser, a 12×12 painting of their choosing, stamped jewelry, and have a splatter party on Friday with their new friends!
Week 5, July 18-21, CRAFTING PALOOZA. We’ll make a melted wax heart on canvas, a treat dispenser, string art, acrylic pour, alcohol ink coasters, and have a splatter party on Friday with their new friends!
Find free, family-friendly Fourth of July Weekend happenings @ Plant Riverside District in Savannah from Fri. June 30-Tues. July 4 2023 including free live music and kid-friendly activities along Savannah’s historic riverfront at 400 W. River St.
Plant Riverside District will sponsor the annual Savannah’s WaterfrontIndependence Day Fireworks Show over the Savannah River on Tuesday, July 4 at 9:15PM. A special Fourth of July Viewing Party at Electric Moon will feature live DJ Lil’ G, exciting giveaways and an ideal vantage point to watch the fireworks show. Admission is $20 per person at the door.
LIVE MILITARY BANDS
OnSat. July 1 at 1PM, the Parris Island Marine Band will perform at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park at Plant Riverside District.
The 116th United States Army Band, a unit of the Georgia National Guard from Marietta, Ga., will perform live on Sun. July 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park from 5 to 6:30PM. Savannah singer, speaker and author Stephanie Cherry will sing “The Star Spangled Banner” preceding the 116th United States Army Band’s performance.
A special Kids Corner will offer the opportunity to tie-dye t-shirts red, white and blue. Plant Riverside District will host the tie-dye Kids Corner at the Riverwalk Pavilions from Sat. July 1-Tues. July 4 from 1 to 5PM. Guests can bring their own 100% cotton T-shirt to tie dye free of charge or can purchase a T-shirt on-site for $10.
RED, WHITE & BLUE LIGHTING AND MORE
Throughout the holiday weekend, Plant Riverside District’s smokestacks, fountains and other familiar landmarks will be illuminated with red, white and blue lights after dark. Nightly America the Beautiful Fountain Shows will feature music in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. at 9PM and 10PM
For more information about the Fourth of July festivities at Plant Riverside District, please visit plantriverside.com.
Horse camp is a spectacular week-long event including daily horseback riding lessons teaching basic horse care and horsemanship, arts and crafts, recreational games/activities, daily picnic on the farm, trivia, and more. There will be a horse show and a pizza & pool party every Friday.
No prior horse experience is required.
Ages 7-13 years old.
Each camp session is Monday – Friday from 8:30AM to 1PM
Includes all activities, supplies, and a camp T-shirt.
July 4th Battlefield Tours will be @ 10:30AM, Noon & 2PM @ Savannah History Museum.
March through history and learn about the American Revolution in Savannah. Experience a black powder demonstration, immerse yourself in 1779 Savannah, and hear about the personalities that shaped the city’s fight for freedom.
Tours begin in Savannah History Museum with a brief introduction and then visitors are led to Battlefield Memorial Park for further interpretation of the battle as well as a musket firing demonstration.
Kids will participate in a variety of activities to include; basketball, flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, tag games, and more! Camp hours are 8:30AM to 3:30PM (Extended Care until 5PM) and for ages 6 to 12.
TIMES 8:30AM – 3:30PM (5PM for extended care) AGES 6 – 12 years old LOCATION Georgia Southern Armstrong Campus 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA COST $250 | $300 for extended care INCLUDES Fun games, activities, a t-shirt and a pizza party on Friday!
For more information, contact Sean Willett at 912.344.3295 or swillett@georgiasouthern.edu
DATES: June 12 – 16 July 17 – 21 July 24 – 28
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Come enjoy an afternoon designed especially for homeschool families on Wed. June 28 2023, 1- 3PM @ Savannah Children’s Museum.
Students and their adults will participate in a hands-on indigo dyeing workshop while learning about the scientific process behind creating a dye from the indigo plant. Guests are welcome to bring their own 100% cotton t-shirt for dyeing.
Homeschool Afternoons and the indigo dyeing workshop are included in standard admission to SCM, $10 per person.
Tormenta FC Academy’s Summer Camp Series, presented by Critical Power Resiliency, and Summer Training events have officially kicked off across Savannah, Statesboro, Hilton Head, Bluffton, Pooler, Effingham, Richmond Hill and Hardeeville with limited slots still available.
Tormenta FC Academy summer camps, which run through Aug. 5, are intended for kids between the ages of 4-13.
Tormenta FC Academy welcomes players of all skill levels, providing a supportive environment for growth and improvement. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot.
Spots are limited, for additional information on Tormenta FC Academy soccer camps, call (478-538-7824) or email lgibbons@tormentafc.com
$2 Summer kids’ weekday movies will be back Tuesdays & Thursdays this Summer 2023 @ both Pooler movie theaters. In Bluffton SC, Cinemark will have $1.50 movies on Wednesdays for Summer 2023.
See the 2023 Savannah-area summer kids’ movies scheduleshere.
The beloved classic The Phantom of the Opera will be performed at The Historic Savannah Theatre by the Savannah Children’s Theatre Junior Company July 7-16 2023.
Recently closing on Broadway after running for over 35 years, this show played nearly 14,000 performances and over 20 million patrons have fallen under it’s spell.
Now some of Savannah’s young actors will bring this timeless classic to life on the stage of The Historic Savannah Theatre, performing some of Broadway’s all time favorite songs like All I Ask of You, Think of Me, Masquerade and The Music of the Night.
School’s out, and with the warm, sunny days ahead, boat rides and trips to the beach or pool are likely in your future! As you plan for your family’s summer fun, it’s important to keep water safety in mind.
As the leading cause of death in children ages 1-4 years old and the second leading cause of death for children ages 5-14, drowning accidents affect nearly 1,000 children per year, mostly between the months of May and August. So this summer, stay prepared with the below water safety tips!
Start Swim Lessons Early
Swimming is a life-saving skill that we need to teach our children and it is never too early to start. Children can start ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) swim lessons as early as six months old to learn how to float on their backs. Standard classes usually start at 18 months and teach small children how to swim to a pool ledge or short distances. Older children should learn different swim strokes to equip them for situations like fighting currents.
We do not recommend using swim floaties to teach children to swim properly. Floaties hold a child upright, encouraging them to bob up and down instead of swimming horizontally. However, families with multiple children or children that have no fear may need to use swim floaties for certain children. If your child wears swim floaties, make sure they do not take them off the entire time you are in the gated area of the pool and continue to keep them within arm’s reach.
Never Swim Alone
When kids are around water, make sure they are never left alone, including during bath time. Adults should know how to swim themselves and should never be less than an arm’s length away from kids who are not strong swimmers. For older children, make sure they always have a swimming partner. If your child is attending a camp with a pool, ensure the area is fenced and that life jackets will be provided for open water activities. While lifeguards on duty are a wonderful resource, do not rely on lifeguards alone to watch your children.
Know the Signs of Drowning & How to React
It is smart for all parents and kids to know what to do in emergency situations. Teach your children that if another child pulls them under water, even if that child cannot swim, they need to
kick that child off of them and yell for help from an adult. Limit distractions while watching your child swim because drowning is silent as opposed to what you see in the movies where kids make noise and flail their arms. Most start with their head bobbing above water, but their mouth and nose are underwater. We recommend that all parents take a CPR course in the event of an emergency, and we offer 30-minute one-on-one instruction in our office for anyone who is interested. Call 912-598-6312 for more information!
Pool Tips
If you have children or grandchildren that are not strong swimmers, it is incredibly important to install a fence around all four sides of your backyard pool. If one side of the fence is open to the house, it is just as dangerous as not having a fence. The fence should be at least four-feet high and non-climbable with a self-closing, self-locking gate. Until you can install a fence, we recommend installing locks at the top of the door and utilizing door alarms so that children cannot access the pool. When hosting families with children that are not strong swimmers, the pool should be fully enclosed, locked, and/or monitored even if children are not ‘supposed’ to be swimming. If hosting a pool party, consider hiring a lifeguard or designating “Water Watchers” to watch the pool for 15-minute increments, and avoid using large floats in the pool to improve visibility.
Open Water Tips
Open water is unpredictable and susceptible to several dangers like currents, rip tides, limited visibility, depth, and uneven surfaces. If your backyard leads to open water, consider fencing off access. Children should have Coast Guard-approved life jackets for all boat rides and recreational activities on the water. Teach children best practices, like only swimming in designated areas, always entering feet first, and avoiding cold water that can cause shock.
Tickets for the films, part of the Disney Summer Classics series, are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military, and $8 for the general public.
Tickets for the film, part of the Disney Summer Classics series, are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military, and $8 for the general public.
July 4th Fireworks @ The Pier @ Tybee Island, Mon. July 4 2023 Tues. July 4, 2023, 9PM Tybee’s annual celebration of America’s birthday. Independence day fireworks start between 9PM and 9:30 pm. The show is staged on the pier but is easily viewed from any of Tybee Island’s eastern beaches.
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Shelter Cove Harbour Fireworks, Tues. July 4 HarbourFest on July 4 at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is an expanded version of the activities at Shelter Cove on certain evenings during summer. Entertainment; children’s activities, food and more. Activities start at approximately 6PM., with fireworks around dark at 9PM. More information here.
Festivities in Harbour Town for a fireworks extravaganza over the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse and Calibogue Sound. Food, fun and live music. Fireworks will be at approximately 9PM. Details here.
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Fourth of July Activitiesin Savannah & Richmond Hill
(Savannah) FREE Watermelon Crawl run @ Lake Mayer. 7AM Tues. July 4. Details here.
(Savannah) Free Fourth of July Weekend activities July 1-4 @ Plant Riverside District, located on Savannah’s historic riverfront @ 400 W. River St. Details here.
(Savannah) Train rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum. Details here.
(Savannah) Loyalists & Liberty Battlefield Tours @ Savannah History Museum. Details here.
(Savannah) Cannon Firings & Programs @ Old Fort Jackson. Details here.
(Richmond Hill) Independence Day Celebrations @ Fort McAllister State Park Sat. July 1 & Tues. July 4, 2022 10AM-3PM Celebrate Independence Day like it’s 1864. An old-fashioned celebration with living history demonstrations and musket demonstrations. $9. 912-727-2339. Details here.
(Savannah) Free ice cream for kids 12 & younger for reciting the Pledge of Allegiance 4-7PM Mondays in July 2023 @ Leopold’s Ice Cream. Details here.
(Hilton Head Is) 5K Race @ Coligny Beach, 7:30AM Tues. July 4. Details here.
(Hilton Head Is) FREE July 4th outdoor performances with beloved kids-entertainer Gregg Russell @ Harbour Town in Sea Pines Resort, 8-9:30PM ($9 per vehicle Sea Pines Resort gate fee). Remember to bring some “pick me to sing” signs. Details here.
(Hilton Head Is) Fourth of July parade in Harbour Town, Sea Pines Resort, 8:30AM-10AM Tues. July 4 2023 Show off your red, white and blue spirit by decorating your bicycle, wagon, dog or kids for this parade around Harbour Town. Meet in the parking lot adjacent to the newly remodeled Quarterdeck at 8:30AM to register and pick up decorating supplies. Parade lineup begins promptly at 9:30AM and entries will be judged on patriotism. Supplies limited to first 100 registered. Following the parade, there will be carnival games, inflatables and more. Call (843) 842-1979. ($9 per vehicle Sea Pines Resort gate fee). Details here
Join the running community on July 4th 2023 @ 7AM. Meet in Lake Mayer Park in Savannah for a NO REGISTRATION, UNTIMED, watermelon eating, fun running good time.
Hit the beach this July 4th for the USA 5K at Coligny Beach, Hilton Head Island. This family-friendly July 4th celebration is open to runners and walkers of all ages and all skill levels.
The 2023 event is entirely on the hard, flat beach at low tide.
Registration requires a fee. Register online here.
Protect yourself from the heat while still enjoying the perks of life in Savannah.
“When it comes to extreme summer weather, it’s important to know how and why you are vulnerable,” said SouthCoast Health primary care physician Dr. Adam Novack. “If you are aware of those vulnerabilities, like dehydration, sun burn, and fatigue, you can take steps to prevent them while still being able to spend time outdoors.”
Four tips from SouthCoast Health to help you and your family to beat the heat:
If you have any questions about health-related issues this summer, call SouthCoast Health at 912-691-3600 for help. Make an appointment with SouthCoast Health throug primary care services and ensure you and your family have a happy, healthy summer.
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In addition to weekly day camps, JEA Camp Savannah offers specialty summer camps on certain weeks including Artrageous Adventures in Art: printmaking, 2DDesign, Sculpting, Decoupage, Pottery. That’s the week of June 12-16 2023.
If your camper loves art and wants more at camp, then this add-on specialty art camp is perfect for them! For a few hours, campers will focus on a different style of art each day. They will be introduced to pottery, printmaking, decoupage, sculpting and 2 D design.
To register, visit JEA Camp Savannah then click on registration now open link, then click on Artrageous Adventures June 12-16 2023.
Looking for a fullfilling full-day summer camp for your child? Check out the much-beloved, well-established JEA Camp Savannah. Check out the camp schedule here.
Different, spirited weekly themes, field trips, special events are all part of the JEA camp tradition. Speciality camps and add-ons are also available.
JEA Camp Savannah is open to everyone entering grades K-10th grade.
For more information or questions about programming, please contact DJ Horton by email Camp@savj.org or Jackie Laban by email Jackiel@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111.
If you have questions about registration or financial assistance, please contact Camp Registrar, Sarah Docar by email Kids@savj.org or by phone: 912.355.8111 Ext 308.
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Enjoy several premium steak specials for Father’s Day, including a 20-Day Whisky-Aged Prime Ribeye and a 16 oz. Dry-Aged Kansas City Strip Steak with Truffle Butter. Traditional favorites like the Stone & Webster Shellfish Tower, 36 oz. Prime Tomahawk with Garlic Herb Butter, 18 oz. Cowboy Ribeye, Faroe Island Salmon, Maine Lobster and Alaskan King Crab Legs are also available.
Featured Father’s Day cocktails include the PRD Old Fashioned, which is crafted withKessler Private Select Maker’s Mark; the Hot & Dirty Martini, made with Absolut Elyx; and the Kentucky Summer, which features Michter’s Kentucky Bourbon.
Plant Riverside District – Stone & Webster Chophouse
Free summer programs @ Live Oak Public Library 16 library branches providing programs and services in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties include:
Special Performers. See the schedule of FREE special summer kid-friendly performances @ library branches here.
Summer Lunches: Free, healthy meals for children and youth at select library locations, in partnership with America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia
Free Professor Universe science show on an exploration inside the human body. For all ages. Details here.
FreeManomet Shorebird Conservation. Learn about the shorebirds on Tybee and what you can do to ensure the survival of their species. All ages are welcome. Details here.
Free Front Porch Improv Teen Workshop. Highly-interactive workshop where tweens and teens learn improv games, play fun improv short-form games. Details here.
Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah will be temporarily closed the week of July 3-July 7 2023.
Military personnel (Active & Retired) and their families are welcomed to Oatland Island Wildlife Center for free – with ID or DD214- in honor of Independence Day – on two weekends before & and after July 4th.
Come out and enjoy the day exploring the beautiful grounds and watching the animals in the summer air. All visitors are welcome to bring a picnic lunch.
Open 10AM-4PM
Proof of service must be provided when you check in at the Admissions Booth.
