Health experts at SouthCoast Health in Savannah offer the guidance and encouragement you might need with these tips for helping your kids get through the fall with COVID-1.

See the tips here. 

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics locations

Savannah: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Savannah
Eisenhower Drive Medical Center
310 Eisenhower Dr, Bldg 16
912.303.3500

Richmond Hill: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
912.527.5352

Rincon: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Rincon
814 Towne Park Dr East
912.826.4866

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Come join Kindermusik Savannah virtually or in studio, and watch your child’s eyes light up as they experience learning through the joy of music.

Classes for ages 0-7.

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano…music now, skills for life.

Text 912-432-5885 to try out a class for FREE!

kindermusikwith88keys.com.…music now, skills for life.

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Wondering what Soccer Shots Savannah is all about?

Check out their upcoming FREE Soccer Day in Forsyth Park, Sat. Sept. 12, 9-10:30AM.

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development for ages 2-8.

This is a great opportunity for children to try a Soccer Shots program for the first time and for parents to meet some Soccer Shots coaches.

They will run abbreviated 15 minute sessions and have more information about the Soccer Shots program available. Event will take place on the Whitaker Street side of the park, on the south end by the tennis courts and Farmer’s Market.

Please preregister for this free event so organizers know how many children to expect and can plan with their coaches.

Enroll at savannah.soccershots.com, just search “free” to see a complete list of all free events near you.

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It’s time for fall youth soccer in Savannah.

Registration for the Savannah United upcoming 2020 Fall Recreational soccer program is OPEN!

The registration is listed online as “2020 Fall Recreational Soccer” for ALL divisions (Micro and Rec) and TEAM registration. Register online here.

2020 Fall Recreational Season Schedule:
The season starts in September 2020.
Game 1: Saturday, September 12th
Game 2: Saturday, September 19th
Game 3: Saturday, September 26th
Game 4: Saturday, October 3rd
Game 5: Saturday, October 10th
Game 6: Saturday, October 17th
Game 7: Saturday, October 24th
Game 8: Saturday, October 31st
Makeup Day: Saturday, November 7th

If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact Savannah United Program Director, Paul Smith, p.smith@savannahunited.com or Recreational Administrator, Vanessa Asterman, v.asterman@savannahunited.com.

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There’s a new multi-use public trail to explore in Savannah.

A portion of Savannah’s Truman Linear Bike Path is now usable, although the entire park trail – including usable portions – is not complete so please use caution. 

A roughly three-mile section of the proposed six-mile public Truman Linear Park Trail is close to completion. The nearly complete section between Lake Mayer and East DeRenne Avenue parallels the Truman Parkway and Casey Canal, as detailed in the image above.

Part of the boardwalk that runs through a woodsy section of Magnolia Park neighborhood still has gaps that require bike riders to dismount but the majority of that three-mile Lake Mayer to East DeRenne Avenue section is usable. The section from the boardwalk to East DeRenne Avenue is not finished, but users can follow Woodland Drive to DeRenne until completed.

Here’s the route from Lake Mayer to East DeRenne Avenue: Trail travels from Lake Mayer north along Sallie Mood Drive to Eisenhower; cross over Eisenhower; turn right onto trail; trail travels along north side of Eisenhower; follow trail under Truman Parkway; follow trail left, traveling parallel to Truman Parkway; follow trail as it travels behind Hester & Zipperer parallel to Truman Parkway; trail travels past ball fields at the Scarborough Sports Complex (on your right); travel along Lovett Drive and follow the trail as it turns left onto Bacon Park Drive. Follow the trail along Bacon Park Drive. The trail then becomes a boardwalk through wooded area and (temporarily) spills out onto Woodland Drive. Turn left onto Woodland Drive to East DeRenne Avenue.

The proposed Truman Linear public path will eventually link Daffin Park on Victory Drive to Lake Mayer Park on Montgomery Cross Road.

The multi-use trail eventually will connect 18 neighborhoods and 13 schools. Learn more here. 

Savannah Music Festival is currently accepting applications for a new free youth SMF Jazz Academy Program that starts Sept. 14 2020.

Savannah Music Festival, a leading nonprofit performing arts organization, will officially launch SMF Jazz Academy as a free virtual music education program designed specifically for Savannah-Chatham County Public School students.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, SCCPSS recently transitioned to online learning for the start of 2020-2021 school year. Taking the district’s lead, SMF Jazz Academy will start online on Sept. 14 and continue exclusively online for the Fall 2020 semester.

The program is now open to any SCCPSS student in fifth grade through twelfth grade who does not have a jazz band offered at his or her school. SMF Jazz Academy is currently accepting beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Previous musical experience is not required.

SMF Jazz Academy has added several new staff members and, with the transition to online learning, will offer students special masterclasses and workshops led by talented artists from across the United States.

The online SMF Jazz Academy program includes free instrument rental, if needed, as well as weekly private lessons via video, composition and music technology classes, virtual practice rooms, online masterclasses with guest artists and much more. Thanks to founding sponsors Ron and Susan Whitaker, the program is free to all participating students. The Hodge Foundation, Junior Jazz Foundation and Widespread Panic’s Tunes for Tots provide support for free instrument rentals to participants.

Applications are currently being accepted for SMF Jazz Academy.

To apply, visit www.savannahmusicfestival.org/jazzacademy.

Registration closes Sept. 4, 2020. Limited space is available. After open spaces are filled, additional submissions will be added to our wait list. Families will be notified about their student’s enrollment by Sept. 4.

Questions? Contact Jessica Messere at jessica@savannahmusicfestival.org or 912.234.3378 x107.

Top Socially Distanced Vacations with Two Sisters Travel

In a world where the new normal is social distancing, Two Sisters Travel is sharing their top travel picks for socially distanced vacations.

Whether you’re looking for an adventure, exploring new places, or just relax & recharge, Two Sisters Travel has travel inspiration for every interest and budget.

National Parks

Highlighting some of America’s most breathtaking landscapes and landmarks our National Parks are true treasure to explore. But these itineraries can often be difficult to plan. There are an overwhelming number of options making it challenging to decide the right itinerary for you, then the logistics of organizing and coordinating each component can be a challenge.

Priced from $575 per person.

Utah Itinerary

Yosemite Itinerary

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Private Sailing & Yacht Charters

If the Caribbean is calling you, the answer is a private sailing or yacht charter. Two Sisters Travel can arrange skippered vessels of all sizes to sail the beautiful islands of the Caribbean from the Bahamas to the BVI’s to the exotic Southern Caribbean. These are personalized itineraries are perfect for relaxing and soaking up the calming vibes of the Caribbean.

Priced from $1,200 per person.

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Glamping

Imagine a balance of luxury and comfort in outdoor camping, that’s Glamping. Relax within an unplugged setting in your own safari-inspired canvas tent. Where mornings are filled with stunning sunrises and evenings are spent making s’mores by campfire or stargazing. Best part, you don’t have to travel outside our borders to get this experience. There are several Glamping sites that are nestled among some of our nation’s most treasured National Parks and perfect for your next family vacation, long-weekend romantic escape, or girlfriends getaway!

Priced from $200 per night.

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Dude Ranch

Seeking an authentic & unique experience? Escape to the Big Sky Country of Montana for an adventure the whole family will enjoy at a dude ranch. Days are filled with scenic horseback trail riding, rafting, fly fishing, & more. Evenings are filed with campfires, live western music, and hearty farm-to-table cuisine. 5-Night Itinerary priced from $1,375 per person.

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Contact Two Sisters Travel to help you plan your next vacation. Their team of expert travel advisors will make planning your next vacation easier & there’s no fee for their services.

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Win $25 to spend @ High Cotton Kids Fall 2020 Consignment Sale in Savannah, Sept. 15-19.

Help consignors know what items you would like to find at this upcoming sale.

To enter to win, comment below this High Cotton Kids Facebook post and you could win $25 in High Cotton Cash to spend at the upcoming Fall Sale. Deadline to enter to win is Fri. Aug. 28 @ midnight.

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Savannah’s biggest kids consignment sale, Sept. 15-20th,2020

High Cotton Kids Fall 2020 will be Sept. 15-29.

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

Want to sell your kids’ gently-used items? Registration is open to be a consignor. Learn more here. 

There’s also a Busy Parents tagging service, which is an easy way to consign, earn great money AND shop early before sale opens to the public. Learn more here.

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

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Low Country Counseling in Savannah

Anxiety Disorder, that on-edge feeling or worry happens frequently and leaves the body fatigued, stressed, and malnourished – can affect children, too, just like adults. The difference being that they don’t know the words to describe what is happening.

Therapists from Low Country Counseling in Savannah share the causes of anxiety and the two types of anxiety in children here.

So how can parents tell the difference between situational stress and actual anxiety? Children will display changes in behavior. Look for these signs or shifts in their habits.

Find Low Country Counseling’s tips on what to do when your child feels anxiety 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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Kindermusik Savannah 

Happiness is watching your child dance ~ Come experience the joy that making music together brings…join Kindermusik Savannah.

Both virtual and in studio classes are offered for ages 0-7. First trial is free. Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885 for more info.

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.

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Pediatrician at SouthCoast Health Dr. Blaine Crosland says it’s still better to be safe than sorry when it comes to students who have been exposed to the virus.

“Information is evolving constantly,” Crosland said. “In fact, we are recommending that children who have been exposed to coronavirus, but are asymptomatic and test negative, that they still quarantine for 14 days. It’s a tough conversation to have and we understand people’s frustration.”

Hear more from SouthCoast Health’s Blaine Crosland here.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics locations

Savannah: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Savannah
Eisenhower Drive Medical Center
310 Eisenhower Dr, Bldg 16
912.303.3500

Richmond Hill: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Richmond Hill
St. Joseph’s / Candler Medical Office Park
10055 Ford Ave,Ste 4A
912.527.5352

Rincon: SouthCoast Health Pediatrics Rincon
814 Towne Park Dr East
912.826.4866

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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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Massie Heritage Center in Savannah will reopen to the public this week with proper COVID-19 prevention and safety measures.

Please visit and stay safe. Learn more about Massie Heritage Center here.

Attention Beaufort County students and families:

To support those families with children in grades K-4th, the Sandbox Children’s Museum new museum program is designed with you in mind.

In small multi-age pods with strict health and safety guidelines, students will not only have support for virtual lessons, but also access to staff-led hand-on enrichment activities in S.T.E.M. literacy, art, and movement, and free play in the museum. Children will also have free play in the museum during the day.

The new program for children in grades K-4th is at both the Hilton Head and Bluffton Sandbox locations.

Find more information and registration forms online here. Or email the Sandbox through the Contact Us tab.

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Telfair Museums 2020 Fall & Winter Class offerings

Telfair Museums in Savannah has a brand new schedule of in person and virtual classes for Fall and Winter 2020, completely redesigned to insure social distancing and health and safety protocols, while providing engaging, fun, educational experiences for everyone.

Telfair Museums’ new in person classes will be limited to 8-10 participants and meet mostly outdoors, weather permitting. All supplies will be provided, with two exceptions, Savannah plein air sketching group is bring your own supplies and the virtual video class requires a computer and internet access.

All fall and winter, youth and adult classes, are live on the website, with full descriptions.

Register online for youth classes here. 

Register online for adult classes here. 

Fall 2020 Telfair Museums class schedule:

Savannah Sketchers Plein Air Group
Guided Morning Session: Fridays, 9am–12pm | September 18–November 13
Afternoon non instructional Session: Fridays, 2pm–5pm | September 18–November 13

Sketch-Booking, Observational Painting, and Drawing Foundations
Session 1: Mondays, 9am–12pm September 14–October 19

Oil Painting Class: Intro to Landscape Painting
Tuesdays, 2–5pm, September 15th–October 20th

Weekend Painter, Oil Painting Class: Intro to Landscape Painting
Saturdays, 9am–12pm | September 19–October 24th

Focused Studies: Color and Value in Landscapes
Wednesdays, 9–12pm | September 17–October 22

Youth Art Club! Painting and Drawing Ages 9–12 years
Wednesdays, 4–6pm, September 17–October 22

Youth Art Club! Painting and Drawing (ages 12–16 years)
Wednesdays, 4–6pm, September 16–October 14

Virtual Video Game Camp Ages 12-14 years | via Zoom
September 15 – October 13

Digital Photography Camp Ages 12–16
Mondays, September 14–October 12, 4-6pm

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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah-Pooler area?

Coastal Pediatrics has offices in Savannah & Pooler.

If you would like to join the Coastal Pediatrics practice, but are unsure if they are participating providers with your insurance, check their list of accepted insurances here.

If you do not see your insurance on their list, please contact their office and check with the receptionist to see if they accept your insurance before making an appointment.

If you already know that Coastal Pediatrics accepts your insurance and you would like to make a new patient appointment, please call 912-353-7744 to schedule the appointment.

Learn more here.

Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322

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We know many are wondering what the fall sports season will look like.

That’s why YMCA of Coastal Georgia in Savannah created a short video that outlines their new safety protocols to keep their participants, families and coaches safe this season.

Questions? Feel free to post them in the comments section here.

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YMCA Fall Sports Registration Now Open

YMCA of Coastal Georgia missed their athletes this spring, but they’re ready for a fun AND safe fall season! Registration is now open for fall youth sports at all YMCA locations – join on the field for a season full of skill development and character building.

Visit www.ymcaofcoastalga.org/youthsports to learn more.

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In the video above, Coastal Pediatrics experts weigh in on the importance of Well Child Checks even during COVID-19.

Scheduling your child’s routine physical allows pediatricians to check in on you child’s physical, social and emotional health.

Coastal Pediatrics has offices in Savannah & Pooler.

Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322

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It’s time for fall youth soccer in Savannah.

Registration for the Savannah United upcoming 2020 Fall Recreational soccer program is OPEN!

The registration is listed online as “2020 Fall Recreational Soccer” for ALL divisions (Micro and Rec) and TEAM registration. Register online here.

2020 Fall Recreational Season Schedule:
The season starts in September 2020.
Game 1: Saturday, September 12th
Game 2: Saturday, September 19th
Game 3: Saturday, September 26th
Game 4: Saturday, October 3rd
Game 5: Saturday, October 10th
Game 6: Saturday, October 17th
Game 7: Saturday, October 24th
Game 8: Saturday, October 31st
Makeup Day: Saturday, November 7th

If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact Savannah United Program Director, Paul Smith, p.smith@savannahunited.com or Recreational Administrator, Vanessa Asterman, v.asterman@savannahunited.com.

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Two Sisters Travel @ Universal Orlando Resort.

Below is a guest post from Two Sisters Travel on last minute deals at Universal Orlando Resort

If you’re feeling ready to explore again, the world is re-opening for travel and the deals are some of the best we’ve ever seen!

Take advantage of the low crowds and the 2-days free ticket offer for a last minute vacation at Universal Orlando Resort this fall. You can even package with their convenient onsite hotels for even bigger savings.

Not sure what it’s like visiting a theme park right now?  Two Sisters Travel visited last month and have all of the firsthand knowledge and experience to help you navigate the travel options for your family.

If you’re looking to plan a trip to Universal Orlando Resort or any vacation, contact our team of professional travel advisors at Two Sisters Travel. We’ll help you make vacation planning easier, and there’s no fee for our services!

Tara McCoy
Two Sisters Travel
843.284.3241

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Congratulations to Low Country Counseling‘s Brandy Zinn, LPC, PMH-C for becoming a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional! Her certification required extensive training, testing, and dedication.

Brandy specializes in Maternal Mental Health at Low Country Counseling and loves working with hopeful, pregnant, and new moms.

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Low Country Counseling in Savannah

If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for individuals, moms, couples, families, and teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions or to schedule an appointment. Help is available.

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Kindermusik Savannah

Enroll your 0-7 year old for a one-time musical playdate celebrating sunshine, summer and songs with Kindermusik Savannah.

This event will be Sat. August 22 2020 at 10AM and spaces are extremely limited! Each child will receive the 40 minute class, an instrument, and a special card to download ten Kindermusik songs.

Enroll today at kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885 for more info!

Let it begin with…Kindermusik!

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Come to Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens in Savannah this Sat. Aug. 22 2020 for some social distancing, pollinator counting, and other fun activities.

Free admission 9AM-1PM.

Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
2 Canebrake Road
Savannah, GA 31419

Learn more here.