Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. January 23, 2026.
SCA’s supportive and well-structured environment leads to excellent academic results while also focusing on character development and citizenship supported by eight core virtues.
Experiential learning, successful student outcomes, and high expectations for students enhanced by many co-curricular options, demonstrates why this free Savannah charter school is a great investment in the community and a best choice for families.
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At Veritas Academy in Savannah, we’re more than just a school — we’re a Christ-centered community dedicated to cultivating wisdom, virtue, and a lifelong love of learning.
Serving students Pre-K4 through 12th grade in the heart of downtown Savannah, Veritas offers a classical Christian education that nurtures both the mind and the soul.
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 *.
Archery*: 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 (912) 598-2300 to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
Build a Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energeƟc boost to the diets of local and migraƟng birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own hanging birdfeeder. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. Materials provided. $3 per person.
Evergreen Tree Hike: Our maritime forests are predominately evergreen. Come enjoy a 1-mile walk in the woods as we highlight the importance of conifers and even deciduous trees that remain green throughout the year. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead.
Full Moon Hike – Cold Moon*: Come view the Cold Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you may have never seen them before. Spaces $15 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fungi Friday Hike: A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike.
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins: 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.
Mindfulness Hike: Take a deep breath and hit the trails with us as we re-engage our bodies and minds over the holidays. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead for a 1-mile wellness hike.
Movie Night at the Park: Join us for an evening of family friendly entertainment. We will be watching a holiday favorite that is sure to warm even the grumpiest of hearts. Wear your cozy PJs, bring outdoor chairs and blankets, and meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center. Free popcorn provided by Friends of Skidaway Island State Park.
Oyster Shell Ornament: Create a keepsake ornament to hang on your tree or give as a gift this season. Materials provided. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. Meet at the Interpretive Center.
Pinecone Tabletop Tree Craft: Make a rustic tabletop pinecone tree craft (approx. 15” tall) that could serve as an adorable holiday decoration or even the centerpiece for special meal! Materials provided. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance. Meet at the Interpretive Center.
Read with a Ranger: Young children and their families 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.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more.
Science of Snowflakes: Join a naturalist in the InterpreƟve Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person.
Snakes of Skidaway: Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more!
Unboxing the Box Turtle: 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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Here’s a fun and active Savannah childcare option for Thanksgiving Break 2025 when schools are off for the holiday: Sharkie Camp for ages 3-6, Nov. 24-26th, 9AM-1PM.
This holiday camp will be at Savannah Sharks Gym Savannah location on East President Street.
To sign up call 912-308-3818 or email savsharks@gmail.com.
Oatland Island Wildlife Center is offering a very special Toddler Tuesday program on December 16 2025.
Pre-registration is required for the polar animal express event. Cost is $2 more due to extra activities including a craft and a wintery snack. It will run 45 minutes long and offers three times to accommodate more friends: 9-9:45; 10-10:45 and 11-11:45. Cost is $7 per child and $5 for adults.
Experts from UGA Marine Education and Aquarium on Skidaway Island will visit Savannah Children’s Museum and present a special ocean animals outreach program.
Included with admission. Free for members.
Become a member here.(one family membership price $125 for unlimited year-long admission to six sites)
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Following the success of Glow-N-Fire in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck.
Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite explodes on the scene with a mission to destroy the competition. This exciting new experience will feature never before seen stunts performed by the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, as well as the all-new No-Handed Front Flip performed by the FMX riders!
Get ready for more heat and action as Hot Wheels brings the ultimate monster truck show to fans at EnMarket Arena on JANUARY 2 & 3, 2026!
Friday, January 2, 12:30PM / Pre-Show Party 10AM-11:15AM / VIP 10:45AM
Friday, January 2, 7:30PM / Pre-Show Party 5PM-6:15PM / VIP 5:45PM
Saturday, January 3, 12:30PM / Pre-Show Party 10AM-11:15AM / VIP 10:45AM
Saturday, January 3, 7:30PM / Pre-Show Party 5PM-6:15PM / VIP 5:45PM
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire is produced by Family Entertainment Live and brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Skelesaurus™, and also includes FMX riders performing high-flying stunts and a fire-breathing, car crushing robot dinosaur. Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a BIG value for the whole family!
Hot Wheels fans also have the chance to participate in the Pre-Show Party, held two and a half hours prior to every performance. This unique experience provides fans access to the arena floor where they can get up close and see the outrageous designs and epic size of the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks along with autograph signings from their favorite drivers and performers. Each Pre-Show Party ticket includes an autograph card, exclusive to Pre-Show Party attendees. Passes will be available to purchase while supplies last.
The pre-show VIP Backstage Experience is an exclusive tour guided by the hosts of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live! Experience what happens behind the scenes before all the smashing and crashing goes down. See the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks up close and personal, get your VIP Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Official Souvenir Merchandise Bundle and receive access into the Pre-Show Party! VIP passes are limited and available to purchase while supplies last.
Fans can go to HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive.com for more information. The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live tour is a partnership between Mattel, Inc. and Raycom-Legacy Content Company, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC.
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Come to Savannah Children’s Museum this Thursday, November 6th at 10:30AM for the return of a special storytime with popular librarian and children’s book author John Light – aka Mister John – from Live Oak Public Libraries Bull Street Library.
Two neighboring places in Savannah to explore Thanksgiving Week when the kids are out of school.
1. Savannah Children’s Museum will have special open days Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th. Savannah Children’s Museum will be closed Thursday, November 26th for Thanksgiving.
The museum will be open Friday November 27th-Sunday November 29th. Come play to learn at Georgia’s only outdoor children’s museum. 9AM-3PM. (Hours are depending on the weather. Please check social media for weather-related closure updates)
2. The new indoor STEAM Center(pictured) next to the Savannah Children’s Museum will be open daily 9AM-3PM. (Closed Thanksgiving). Come see the indoor Numbers in Nature exhibit and mirror maze. Learn more here.
(Located next door to both these locations is Georgia State Railroad Museum which will have train rides on Friday November 27th-Sunday November 29th.)
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You are invited to a special Savannah holiday event, A Very Maritime Holiday, taking place on Thursday December 11 from 5-8pm at Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.
A Very Maritime Holiday featuring: • Photos with Santa (pets welcome!) • Festive treats and a candy station • Glowing winter gardens and holiday décor • A live holiday concert featuring Trae Gurley and his Merry Men • Tickets: $35 per person ($20 per child)
Experts @ SouthCoast Health Pediatrics share here the importance of getting your kids vaccinated against the flu. The flu can be especially tough on kids, but the good news is that the flu vaccine is the best way to protect them—and it’s not too late to get it.
The flu vaccine is recommended for all children 6 months and older.
This beloved annual favorite holiday family event returns on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, 9am to 3pm at Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum.
Activities run all day, so arrive any time BEFORE your scheduled train ride time! Enjoy the activities, crafts, and performances throughout the day!
Festive activities include: photos with Santa, the chance to operate a model train, the Grinch, food trucks, holiday crafts, Christmas tree activities, carving demos of hand-crafted spinning tops, which are available for purchase.
Oh Crepe, Royal Tasty Avenue,Tom’s Traveling Coffee, and Leopold’s will be on-site to meet all your dining needs.
Savannah Santa Train is hosted each year by Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum at 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah. Both sites are operated by Coastal Heritage Society.
Everyone 18 months and older needs a ticket to enjoy Savannah Santa Train.
Tickets are available now at $18 for Coastal Heritage Society members and $20 for nonmembers. Become a member here ($125 for year-long family membership which includes unlimited admission all six CHS museums and historic sites)
Tickets include all scheduled activities and experiences. A train ride is included in the price of admission.
Tickets typically sell out every year. Purchase tickets here.
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Congratulations to SouthCoast Health pediatrician Dr. Amanda H. Hendricks on being named “Best Pediatrician” in the 2025 Best of Effingham Readers’ Choice Awards by Effingham Magazine.
This honor highlights Dr. Hendricks’ outstanding commitment to compassionate, high-quality care for her pediatric patients and their families at our SouthCoast Health Pediatrics office in Rincon.
The South Georgia State Fair is turning 75 – that’s 75 years of making memories!
Seventy-five years of thrilling rides…
Seventy-five years of exciting shows…
Seventy-five years of fun and games..
And seventy-five years of delicious fair food!
October 23 – November 2, 2025
105 Fort Argyle Road, Savannah, GA
Must-see attractions this year include: Jurassic Kingdom Dinosaur Show, Ready Go Dog Show, Magic Marc Show, Master of the Chainsaw, and the 5 Star Petting Zoo!
Don’t miss this milestone celebration – join us for 75 years of fair fun!
All Entertainment included in the Gate Admission Ticket
$15 Gate Admission – Friday October 31st – November 2nd Kids 5 and under – Free Admission Gates Open @ 1 p.m. on Weekends
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.
Parents—enjoy your Halloween while your kids have a monstrously fun night at The Jam! We’ve got games, treats, activities, and plenty of spooky surprises.
You will celebrate the songs, rhythms, instruments, and stories from the rich musical culture of Latin America.
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
