Cut & Paste FREE Family Weekend @ Telfair Square, Savannah, Sept. 18-20

This weekend (Sept. 18-20 2020) Telfair Museums presents a three-day weekend of free admission for Savannah and Chatham County families to enjoy the exhibition ‘Cut and Paste: Works of Paper’ and provide fun, informal learning experiences.

Free admission for Savannah & Chatham Co. residents is spread out over three days during standard operating hours to allow for social distancing. Face coverings are required for the duration of your visit.

From 10AM-5PM Friday through Sunday, all Savannah and Chatham County residents will receive free admission to the large contemporary art space on the southwest corner of Telfair Square. Face masks are required. For more on Telfair’s safety procedures, visit telfair.org/hours-admission. Proof of residency required. Find a list if acceptable forms of ID here. 

Telfair Square in front of the Jepson Center @ Telfair Museums
207 W. York St.
Savannah GA 31401
Learn more here. 

Visitors to the Free Family Weekend are invited to tour current exhibitions and explore art activities led by Telfair’s education team.

From 2-4PM Saturday and Sunday, Savannah artist Amiri Farris, who is featured in the Telfair exhibition Breakout!, will provide live, distanced demonstrations of his process for works on paper.

A limited number of free art kits also will be distributed during the three-day period.

Exhibitions currently on view include Cut and Paste: Works of Paper, a special exhibition of paper works by Georgia artists, and Collecting Impressionism: Telfair’s Modern Vision, a sweeping survey of some of the museum’s most important paintings, as well as several other offerings.

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Major photography exhibition set to open

Also on view at the Jepson Center starting Sept. 18 will be a new photo exhibition featuring some of the most prominent names in 20th-century American photography, including Gordon Parks, Helen Levitt, and Bruce Davidson. Youthful Adventures: Growing Up in Photography considers the experience and expression of youth from the 1940s to the present.

Among the featured images will be several by the celebrated American photographer Davidson, which Telfair acquired in 2018 as part of a group of 347 of his works.

Telfair also is offering a free virtual opening lecture for Youthful Adventures at 6PM Sept. 17. Those interested can register for the lecture at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_shFxHllMTPemwZAWg7lBwA.

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Monthly Saturday Musical Playdate for ages 0-7

UPDATE: Kindermusik Savannah’s Just Horsin’ Around playdate this Saturday Sat. Sept. 19 at 10AM is now CLOSED because it is full. But a second musical playdate has been added at 11AM.

Just like the 10AM session, this 11AM playdate will be kept small and will be closed very soon, so don’t delay. Spaces are limited.

Theme is all about HORSES. Your child will love this wild, musical trip to the Kindermusik Corral. They’ll also get to take home an instrument of their own and 10 songs.

Kindermusik Savannah’s monthly musical play date for ages 0-7 and their caregivers.

Enroll today: kindermusikwith88keys.com.

Private musical instrument lessons

Kindermusik Savannah’s private music studio is hopping with excitement as children ages 6+ learn an instrument.

Kindermusik Savannah offers private lessons on piano, violin, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and banjo. Virtual or in person lessons available. Text 912-432-5885 to set up your child’s free trial lesson with Kindermusik teachers.

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You’re invited to a free Open House with MOMS Club of Savannah  @ Hull Park Splash Pad in Savannah on Fri. Oct. 2 2020, 3:30PM.

Come along & meet some other moms in the area and find out what Savannah MOMS Club is all about!

Let the organizers know you’re coming via email at momsclubofsavannahga@gmail.com

If you would like more information or have questions, please email momsclubofsavannahga@gmail.com

Free Open House
Oct. 2 2020, 3:30PM
Hull Park Splash Pad

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About MOMS Club of Savannah

MOMS Club of Savannah is a group dedicated to the support of moms.

MOMS Club is not solely a group for playdates. The club is run by members and collectively members plan weekly activities, both in the morning and afternoons.

Learn more about the Savannah moms group here. 

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FIND MORE MOMS GROUPS HERE. 

We don’t zip line.
Or at least we didn’t until a Labor Day Weekend jaunt from Savannah, Ga. to the Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway NC area. A summer of COVID-cancellations called for mixing in something new.

Canopy Ridge Farm zip line tour near Lake Lure, NC  turned out to the perfect choice for us zip-line novices. Six zip lines. Lush forest. No ladders. And best of all, experienced, safe, mature, professional, fun guides. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.

Other Asheville-area suggestions:

Lake Lure Flowering Bridge

Lake Lure NC (where the movie “Dirty Dancing” was filmed) looked interesting, but for a less busy time than traffic-congested Labor Day weekend. We didn’t spend much time there because of the crowds, other than a quick walk along the impressive Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, a historic 1925 bridge closed to traffic in 2011 to become an abundant flower garden. Free and open to the public.

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Hikes near Asheville

Mount Pisgah: 2.6 miles & nearby Frying Pan Mountain because who can pass up a hike to a fire tower that you can climb.

Craggy Gardens Pinnacle: 1.2 miles

Lunch Rock Trail, which starts at the Folk Art Center: 4.9 miles.

Mountains-to-Sea @ Craven Gap, which we did solely because my daughter is a Michelle Obama fan and Michelle Obama did this hike: 4.8 miles.

Note: We wanted to visit Mount Mitchell State Park  (highest point in NC), but because of COVID social-distancing limits, that state park was closed early each day of the holiday weekend due to being at capacity. If you go, check North Carolina State Parks Facebook page for park closure updates before making the drive.

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Junior Park Ranger Nerds

Places where your kids can earn their junior park ranger badges in the Asheville area include:

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site: roam the park-like grounds where the Poet of the People retired. The house, barn and barnyard, restrooms, and other structures were still closed due to COVID, but we still got to the see the goats. Find junior park ranger info here. 

Blue Ridge Parkway National Park Site, Visitor’s Center, Asheville: Find junior park ranger info here. 

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Perks of staying outside the city

Our airbnb in Fairview, NC outside of Asheville was within a quick walk (past two bunnies and one fenced-llama) to Tryor’s Country Amish bakery and market.

We could feed the airbnb owner’s sheep, those that weren’t afraid of us, in nearby pastures and use the canoe and kayaks in the farm pond.

Definite advantages to staying outside of Asheville and within a short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

So much to do in this area, we’ll be back.

As we wait for Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah to fully reopen (trails are open, visitor center and fort are closed),  here are some daytrips you can take to national monuments, sites that are open including:

*Fort Sumter National Monument, Charleston, S.C.
*Cumberland Island National Seashore, Ga.
*Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island.
*Congaree National Park, near Columbia, SC

Your kids can become a Junior Ranger 

Take advantage of the fact that we live within a day’s drive of multiple national parks & monuments & have your kids become a junior ranger at one or many of these sites.

When you take kids to tour national parks, you never know how much they are getting out of the visit. Especially for those of us parents who aren’t exactly history experts.

Which is why you need to pick up the Junior Ranger booklets at the visitor centers of national parks you visit. The Junior Ranger program kids engage more during the visits.

Junior Ranger booklets have activities about the national parks for ages 5-12. Junior ranger books are free to any visitor and usually are available at the visitors’ centers. Often, similar programs with more advanced activities are also available for older kids. Just ask at the site’s visitor center.

While doing the activities, children enjoy earning a badge and a certificate.

UPDATE: On Wed. Sept. 16, Savannah-Chatham public school board approved a phased-in, hybrid model for return to in-person learning. Details here. 

Savannah-Chatham public school board will continue to discuss a possible phased in return to in-person learning at a 9AM meeting Wed. Sept. 16 after hearing from parents & community members at the Sept. 9 meeting.

Watch the 9AM Wed. Sept. 16 on the SCCPSS YouTube channel here. 

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The majority of those who spoke Sept. 9 urged the board to give parents the option of having their children return to in-person learning. Currently, Savannah-Chatham public schools are only offering virtual learning, with no set date for a return to in-person learning. (Savannah Classical Academy is a K-12 free public charter school that’s part of the local school system and is offering in-person learning)

Watch the Sept. 9 meeting here.

Particularly noteworthy are comments from Memorial Health pediatrician Dr. Andrew Gunter about 31 min. into the video. He advocates for returning to in-person learning with necessary precautions. Caring for children ages 0-18 at Memorial, the majority on Medicaid, Dr. Gunter said in-person learning is far superior and safer than online learning. He emphasized the important role teachers have in keeping kids safe, that teachers identify abuse and mental health disorders more often than parents and pediatricians, saying “We’ve had more children die from abuse and suicide in Chatham than from COVID.”

Find the Savannah-Chatham public school system’s proposed phased-in return plan here.

Lowcountry Homeschool Solutions Facebook group

Discover creative and informative solutions to problems that homeschooling families may face.

Join this new Facebook group – Lowcountry Homeschool Solutions – to connect with certified teachers and other members to get the most out of your school year.

Advanced Academics in Pooler hosts this group to help parents with practical, fun solutions including topics like subject matter, learning techniques and motivation.

The goal is to have dialogue between group members and find solutions to help build a supportive community around your homeschooled students.

Join the online group here.

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About Advanced Academics 

Advanced Academics in Pooler provides education services for early learners and homeschoolers.

Homeschool: Advanced Academics provides learning experiences for your homeschool student in the core subjects of reading, writing, and math.  While on campus, students have a three-hour block with qualified teachers, leaving the rest of the school day for parent-led learning in science, social studies, and specials.  Learn more here.

Early Learners: Choose from AM (7:45-11:15) or PM (12:15-3:45) sessions that take place in Advanced Academics’ Early Learning Studio with a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Learn more here.

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Connect with other moms this school year.

Attend MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meeting. MOPS groups are in Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, the Islands & Rincon.

There is also a new Virtual MOPS Group for Bluffton/Savannah/Hilton Head area moms.

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New Virtual MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Group for Bluffton/Savannah/Hilton Head moms

Join other local moms to discuss, encourage one another and grow in faith through the Bluffton/Savannah/Hilton Head Mamas MOPS virtual group!

If you are a mom of little ones looking to get connected and encouraged, sign up online here.  
Here is the quick registration code for this local group: G64J

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Other moms groups in the Savannah & Lowcountry area

MOMS Club of Savannah
FREE open house, Fri. Oct. 2, 2020 3:30PM @ Hull Park Splash Pad. Details here.

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Lowcountry Homeschool Solutions Facebook group
Discover creative and informative solutions to problems that homeschooling families may face.
On Facebook here.

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Savannah Islands MOPS
Savannah Islands MOPS Facebook page here. 

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Richmond Hill MOPS
Find Richmond Hill MOPS Facebook page here.

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Effingham MOPS
Find Effingham MOPS FB page here.

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Pooler MOPS
Pooler MOPS Facebook page here.

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Time to sign up your child for Scribble Art Studio in Savannah’s popular after school art classes for ages 5 and older as well as their Portfolio Builders’ Class for older children.

Classes run on:
Mondays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Tuesdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM
Thursdays: 4:30-5:30PM & 5:15-6:15PM

Both the General Art classes and Portfolio Builders class run each day at both times for your convenience. You pick the day and time that works best for you. OPEN ENROLLMENT!

Classes run in 5 week sessions for $200. All supplies included.

Check out Scribble Art Studio’s updated website here.

Open enrollment. Register today at www.scribbleartstudio.com

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Birthday Parties & New Adult Workshops, too

Birthday Parties

Celebrate your child’s next birthday party at Scribble Art Studio where you’ll enjoy your choice of guided art project and then leave the mess for Scribble to clean up.

Adult Workshops

Host a creative escape for your crew at the studio. Scribble is now booking parties for you and your friends to try your hand at printmaking, or acrylic or watercolor painting.

Questions? Call Geoff at 202-379-5643

Scribble Art Studio
212 E. 37th St.
Savannah, GA 31401

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OATLAND ISLAND WILDLIFE CENTER IN SAVANNAH IS REOPENING

Oatland Island Wildlife Center will reopen to members only on Thurs. Sept. 10 2020. Hours will be 10AM-4PM everyday.
Oatland Island Wildlife Center will reopen to the general public on Mon. Sept. 14 2020.

BECOME A MEMBER ONLINE HERE. 
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Pre-registration is REQUIRED with timed entry windows. Pre-register online here. 
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MEMBERS – check your email to find the promo code for free tickets with your current membership. Be prepared to show membership card on arrival. If you’re a member and didn’t receive the email, contact Oatland.
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The main building will be closed with the exception of the gift shop which will be open for cold drinks, snacks, bug spray, and souvenirs. Masks and temperature checks will be required to enter the gift shop.
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Restrooms will be available in the GA Barnyard area.

Remember to  practice physical distancing and stay an alligator apart.

Learn more here. 

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Two Sisters Travel: Disney discount for Georgia and S.C. residents

Ready to escape these unprecedented times and have fun with your family? Walt Disney World has re-opened and the magic is alive.

For a limited time, Georgia and South Carolina residents can save up to 30% on their stay at Walt Disney World Resort hotels now through December 25, 2020.

With limited capacity inside the theme parks, now is the perfect time to visit! Take advantage of low crowds and incredible deals to experience new attractions or the classics.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has opened 2 brand new lands, Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land. Both offering exciting new attractions, entertainment and dining venues!

Not sure what visiting a theme park is like right now? Two Sisters Travel has visited them and can give you all of the insider details to make your getaway stress-free!

Contact your Authorized Disney Vacation Planner at Two Sisters Travel now and let’s plan your magical getaway. And remember, their concierge travel planning services are always FREE!!

Tara McCoy
Travel Advisor at Two Sisters Travel
843.284.3241
Become a Facebook fan at facebook.com/twosisterstravel

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This quote is from a parent who recently registered her child with Advanced Academics in Pooler

With so many of us thrust into pandemic-fueled homeschooling for the first time and looking for support, we’re thrilled to partner with Advanced Academics in Pooler, which provides education services for early learners and homeschoolers.

Homeschool: Advanced Academics provides learning experiences for your homeschool student in the core subjects of reading, writing, and math.  While on campus, students have a three-hour block with qualified teachers, leaving the rest of the school day for parent-led learning in science, social studies, and specials.  Learn more here.

Early Learners: Choose from AM (7:45-11:15) or PM (12:15-3:45) sessions that take place in Advanced Academics’ Early Learning Studio with a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Learn more here.

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September Enrichment Programs Calendar for Advanced Academics

Advanced Academics also offers enrichment classes. Students do not need to be enrolled in Advanced Academics home-school or early learners programs to attend. You can register for as many enrichment activities as you would like. Questions about any of the events below? Call 912-348-2017 or email adv.aca.mail@gmail.com

Register for any of the events below online here.

MOMMY & ME

Tell Me a Tale*
Lap Sit: Tuesdays (Sept. 8 – 29) 9 – 9:45 English, 10 – 10:45 Spanish
3s 4s & 5s: Thursdays (Sept. 10 – Oct.1) 9 – 9:45 English, 10 – 10:45 Spanish,
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45 English
*Age groups are recommendations, but parents will know best!

Register online here.

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HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES AND AFTER SCHOOL EVENTS

Preschool Events

Early Spanish
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 11:30 – 12:30

Playpalooze Indoor Recess Games
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 1:30 – 2:15 or 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

Elementary After School Events

Elementary Spanish
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 12:30 – 1:30
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

LEGO Building Competition
M/W/F 3:45 – 4:45

Taekwondo
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

K-2nd After School Events

Improv/Reader’s Theater
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 11:30 – 12:30

Critters
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 12:30 – 1:30

Music
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

STEAM
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

3rd-5th After School Events

Oops! I Arted
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

Jewelry Making
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

Middle/High After School Events

Book Club
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:00 – 3:40 Middle School
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:00 – 3:40 High School

Spanish for Beginners
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Foundations of Algebra
T/Th 4:45 – 5:45 Call for dates

GED Test Preparation
MWF 4:45 – 5:45 Call for dates

ASVAB Test Preparation
T/Th 5:45 – 7:00 Call for dates

Register online here.

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Low Country Counseling therapists on how to build a better bond with your child

Bonding with your child means more than doing a craft or going to the park together.

The concept of “serve and return” plays a large part in child development and is the building block of the parent-child relationship.

Therapists @ Low Country Counseling in Savannah encourage parents to take every opportunity to participate in the “serve and return” interactions. This concept is similar to a game of tennis: it involves engagement of both parties.

A sturdy foundation is dependent on stable, responsive relationships from caring adults. If the “response or return” of the parent is unreliable, inappropriate, or even absent, then the developing brain is affected. The frequent absence or inappropriate response of the “serve and return” from a caregiver not only hinders development, but it triggers the body’s stress response and the stress hormone is released.

Find Low Country Counseling’s tips on how can parents “serve and return” to help development here.

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Kindermusik Savannah’s September musical monthly playdate: “JUST HORSIN’ AROUND!”

Celebrate children’s fascination with horses and ponies through music- you’ll be galloping, playing instruments and more in this endearing parent/child together time for ages newborn to 7!

Kindermusik Musical Playdate for ages 0-7 and their caregiver is Saturday, September 19 at 10AM. $18 per child/$10 for siblings. Each child will receive the class, an instrument to keep and 10 Kindermusik songs.

kindermusikwith88keys.com. ~ 912-432-5885. Class spaces limited- enroll now!

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.

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FREE Family Weekends 2020 @ Telfair Museums, Savannah

September 2020

Cut and Paste Free Family Weekend
Sept. 18 at 10AM–Sept. 20 at 5PM
@ Jepson Center
Telfair presents a three-day weekend of free admission to the Jepson Center for Savannah and Chatham County families to enjoy the exhibition Cut and Paste: Works of Paper and provide fun, informal learning experiences. Free admission to the Jepson Center is spread out over three days during standard operating hours to allow for social distancing.

Learn more here.

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November 2020

Impressionism Free Family Weekend
Nov. 13 at 10AM–Nov. 15 at 5PM
@ Jepson Center
Families can explore Telfair’s beloved collection of impressionist art in a new light at the Jepson Center in this weekend of free admission for Savannah and Chatham County residents. Family Activity Kits include scavenger hunts in the museum galleries along with at-home art making kits. Family Weekends are free of admission to the Jepson Center only for City of Savannah and Chatham County residents. Investment is provided by the City of Savannah.

Learn more here.

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Three of Coastal Heritage Society’s museums in Savannah will be open for Labor Day on Mon. Sept. 7 2020 from 9AM-5PM.

Guests can enjoy interactive exhibits and engaging tours at each site through hands-on, immersive activities that illustrate the narratives of Savannah’s past at Savannah History Museum, Georgia State Railroad Museum and Old Fort Jackson.

On Mon. Sept. 7 only, residents of Chatham, Effingham, Bryan and Liberty Counties will receive a special rate of Buy One, Get One free for site admission.

Georgia State Railroad Museum and Old Fort Jackson – both in Savannah – are both large, open-air historic sites with plenty of space for safe social distancing.

For the safety of all staff and guests, these facilities will be observing social distancing protocols and implementing enhanced sanitizing procedures. Due to the City of Savannah and Chatham County mandates, guest are required guests to wear masks and adhere to public health safety protocols at all of these sites.

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High Cotton Kids Fall 2020 Consignment Sale in Savannah, Sept. 15-19.

This is Savannah’s biggest seasonal children’s consignment event specializing in gently used fine children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, bedding, baby and nursery items, art work, and more.

The Fall 2020 Sale will be in the shopping center @ 2134 E. Victory Dr., Savannah, directly behind Starbucks.

Learn more here.

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Enrollment for Fall Soccer Shots is now open for children ages 2-8 and children with special needs ages 3+.

Soccer Shots in Savannah is kicking off the season and wants your child to join them on Soccer Island!

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Their weekly sessions focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting.

Through fun games and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. Soccer Shots curriculum is aligned with early learning state standards and they highlight a positive character trait each week such as respect, confidence and determination.

Soccer Shots coaches are the best in the business.

And since your child’s safety is their top concern, this season, things will look a little different as Soccer Shots will implement several safety guidelines on soccer island. They will be offering smaller class sizes, disinfecting equipment, maintaining distancing and using larger fields, along with a variety of other precautions to keep both children and staff safe.

Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about the program!

Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, and Bluffton.

New this fall, Soccer Shots is offering private classes through their Neighborhood program where you choose the location and your soccer friends! Get the squad together and enroll today.

Enrollment Link: savannah.soccershots.com
Facebook Page: Soccer Shots Savannah
Contact with questions: Rachel Wright, 762.333.1177, rwright@soccershots.org​

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Veritas Academy Virtual Open House 2020
Thurs. Nov. 5, 2020, 6-7PM
Hosted by Veritas Academy
Online with Facebook Live

School searching in Savannah? You’re invited to Veritas Academy Virtual Open House 2020 Thurs. Nov. 5., 6-7PM.

The mission of Veritas Academy in Savannah is to assist parents in the education of their children by cultivating truth, goodness, and beauty in students through a distinctly Christ-centered,classical, and covenantal education.

No other school in Savannah offers Veritas Academy’s distinctive combination of substantive academics, genuine Christ-centered culture, and a format that tangibly engages the family.

Interested? Come find out how Veritas Academy’s classical, Christian, and covenantal education model is right for your children.

During this virtual open house event, you will have the chance to:
– Learn about the Veritas Academy mission and approach to education
– Have a Q & A with the Headmaster
– Receive curriculum & admissions information
– Hear from other Veritas parents

To register to attend this Veritas Virtual Open House, please call the school office at 912-238-1222, email info@veritassav.org, or register online here. 

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Below is a guest post by Two Sisters Travel.

Unbelievable Caribbean & Mexico Travel Deals for 2020 & 2021

As the world is re-opening for travel the deals are rolling in. At Two Sisters Travel, we’ve been seeing lots of great offers for domestic and international travel in 2020, and 2021, too!

Hands-down the most unbelievable deal is a prepaid travel voucher for some of our favorite all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico.

Hard Rock Resorts (Punta Cana, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos)

Limitless fun for everyone in the family with waterparks, Camp Woodward (indoor trampoline, BMX, and sport facility), amazing entertainment & world-class cuisine.
$289 per night for family of 4 – 2020
$318 per night for family of 4 – 2021

UNICO 2087

Luxurious, modern 5-star adult-only resort that features on-demand 24-hour room service, dedicated local host, mixology classes and full wellness schedule.

$350 per night for 2 – 2020
$389 per night for 2 – 2021

This limited time offer expires Sept. 30 2020. These rates are valid from 3 to 6 nights and do not include airfare or airport transfers.

If you’re feeling safe and ready to explore now or just want to make a solid investment into your future vacation memories, this deal is it.

Contact Tara at Two Sisters Travel to take advantage of this incredible deal.

Tara McCoy
843.284.3241
tara@twosisterstravelco.com

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With so many of us thrust into pandemic-fueled homeschooling for the first time and looking for support, we’re thrilled to partner with Advanced Academics in Pooler, which provides education services for early learners and homeschoolers.

Homeschool: Advanced Academics provides learning experiences for your homeschool student in the core subjects of reading, writing, and math.  While on campus, students have a three-hour block with qualified teachers, leaving the rest of the school day for parent-led learning in science, social studies, and specials.  Learn more here.

Early Learners: Choose from AM (7:45-11:15) or PM (12:15-3:45) sessions that take place in Advanced Academics’ Early Learning Studio with a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Learn more here.

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September Enrichment Programs Calendar for Advanced Academics

Advanced Academics also offers enrichment classes. Students do not need to be enrolled in Advanced Academics home-school or early learners programs to attend. You can register for as many enrichment activities as you would like. Questions about any of the events below? Call 912-348-2017 or email adv.aca.mail@gmail.com

Register for any of the events below online here.

MOMMY & ME

Tell Me a Tale*
Lap Sit: Tuesdays (Sept. 8 – 29) 9 – 9:45 English, 10 – 10:45 Spanish
3s 4s & 5s: Thursdays (Sept. 10 – Oct.1) 9 – 9:45 English, 10 – 10:45 Spanish,
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45 English
*Age groups are recommendations, but parents will know best!

Register online here.

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HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES AND AFTER SCHOOL EVENTS

Preschool Events

Early Spanish
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 11:30 – 12:30

Playpalooze Indoor Recess Games
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 1:30 – 2:15 or 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

Elementary After School Events

Elementary Spanish
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 12:30 – 1:30
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

LEGO Building Competition
M/W/F 3:45 – 4:45

Taekwondo
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

K-2nd After School Events

Improv/Reader’s Theater
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 11:30 – 12:30

Critters
Wednesdays (Sept. 9-30) 12:30 – 1:30

Music
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

STEAM
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

3rd-5th After School Events

Oops! I Arted
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:45 – 4:45

Jewelry Making
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Register online here.

Middle/High After School Events

Book Club
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:00 – 3:40 Middle School
M/W/F (Sept. 9 – Oct. 5) 3:00 – 3:40 High School

Spanish for Beginners
T/Th (Sept. 8 – Oct. 1) 3:45 – 4:45

Foundations of Algebra
T/Th 4:45 – 5:45 Call for dates

GED Test Preparation
MWF 4:45 – 5:45 Call for dates

ASVAB Test Preparation
T/Th 5:45 – 7:00 Call for dates

Register online here.

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Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2020 FALL Savannah Under the Lights flag football season.

UPDATE: Deadline to sign up has been extended to this Friday 9/18.

The FALL season runs from September through November, with games taking place on Fridays at Calvary Day School, 4625 Waters Ave.
Savannah, 31404

Under the Lights is the exclusive youth flag football partner of Under Armour, Inc.

This is open to both boys and girls (ages kindergarten-8th grade) of all skill levels and promotes a competitive, confidence building, non-contact football experience. (Open to all kids including those who do not attend Calvary.)

$125 REGISTRATION FEE

Register online here. 

Siblings receive a $25 discount (use promo code “SiblingDiscount”).

• Kindergarten – 4th Grade will use Pee-Wee football.
• 5th – 6th Grade will use Junior football.
• 7th – 8th Grade will use Youth football.

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At-Home Kids’ Activity from Savannah Cultural Arts Center: Build-A-Story

Introduction to Improv

Tina the dog traveled to space and discovered the secret biscuit recipe?
Fun and imaginative, this activity from the Savannah Cultural Arts Center can be played in-person or virtually over video call and is appropriate for all ages. Build-A-Story is a great was to develop imagination and storytelling skills.

Use the icons provided with this instruction sheet – or make your own!

Find the instructions online here. 

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