Make 2017 the year you choose safer personal care products for you and your entire family!

Beautycounter’s Ingredient Selection Process ensures safer and cleaner products that produce results. This rigorous process handpicks the best ingredients. When formulating our products, Beautycounter prohibits the use of over 1,500 harmful or questionable ingredients. Beautycounter product line includes skin care, makeup, hair care, sun protection, and a kids product line.

Learn more about Beautycounter’s mission and products with Beautycounter consultant Andrea Towe on Saturday January 21st from 9:00 a.m. until Noon.

The event is open to the public and will take place at the Grand Lake Club at Southbridge, located in the Southbridge subdivision. The address is 815 Southbridge Blvd. Savannah, GA 31405

See you there!.

Learn more at:

beautycounter.com/andreatowe

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Savannah Honor Academy – where every student is an honor student – now offers a middle school in addition to kindergarten and elementary grades.

The private midtown Savannah school is an independent K-8th grade school with a new middle school. Savannah Honor Academy offers the following features:

• Small class-size (12 students in each class)
• Mixed-age classes (K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th)
• Non-religious
• Private ($695/month or $8340/year with scholarship opportunities)
• Emphasis on inquiry, exploration, & critical thinking
• Meaningful assessment
• Scholarships available
• An emphasis on inquiry, exploration & critical thinking skills

Savannah Honor Academy is now taking applications for the 2017-18 school year. They have openings in 4th-8th grades and have started a wait list for all other grades.

This school is at 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 (2nd floor of JEA Community Center)

Click here for more information.

Connect with Savannah Honor Academy on Facebook here.

Savannah Honor Academy, 5111 Abercorn St.Savannah, 31405 (2nd floor of JEA Community Center) email marlacocalis@yahoo.com, 773-573-7328 www.SavannahHonorAcademy.com, On Twitter here.   On Facebook here. Savannah Honor Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Join in the fun and have your child’s next birthday party at Savannah Square Pops!

Kids can watch an exciting demonstration on how all of their gourmet ice pops are made here in their shop.

The Birthday boy or girl can choose a signature pop flavor from the Savannah Square Pops menu prior to the party, and partygoers can join in on decorating their own ice pop.

Call Savannah Square Pops today for all pricing details: 912-999-7078.

Visit and party at Savannah Square Pops, where it’s always Cool to be Square!”

Stay connected by liking Savannah Square Pops on Facebook here & on Instagram here. 

Savannah Square Pops, 347 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, 31401, tel. (912) 999-7078 Savannah Square Pops is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Did you know that your child’s first dental visit should be by age one?

The office at Pooler Pediatric Dentistry  is specially designed with children in mind with video games and ceiling-mounted TVs and a friendly staff who enjoy working with younger patients! They even offer sedation for those children that are too young or nervous to otherwise complete treatment.

Let Pooler Pediatric Dentistry show your child how fun a trip to the dentist can be!

Dr. Carla G. Stappenbeck is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with degrees from Harvard University and the University of Maryland and a certificate from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She is excited to be serving Chatham and the surrounding counties.

Pooler Pediatric Dentistry
120 Towne Center Drive, Suite 500
Pooler, GA 31322
912-376-9296
Email: frontdesk@poolerpd.com

Why choose a pediatric dentist versus a general dentist who treats children?

As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Carla has an extra two years of specialized training (residency) after dental school and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years, including those with special health care needs. As a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, she has voluntarily undergone vigorous written and oral exams, which demonstrate specialized knowledge and skill. In order to maintain her certification, she must complete yearly continuing education requirements to stay up-to-date with developments in both technology and patient care.

Dr. Carla is fluent in both English and Spanish (Se Habla Español).

Learn more here.

Stay connected by ‘liking’ Pooler Pediatric Dentistry on Facebook here. 

Pooler Pediatric Dentistry, poolerpd.com, 120 Towne Center Drive, Suite 500 Pooler, 31322, 912-376-9296, email frontdesk@poolerpd.com, On Facebook here.     Pooler Pediatric Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

THE HAPPILY EVER AFTER BALL IS BACK SATURDAY, FEB. 11 2017
A Magical Event: gowns, crowns, and swords – nothing short of a royal celebration will do!

THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT. PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKET BEFORE FEB. 10, 2017. Purchase tickets online here.

The Next Generation’s Happily Ever After Ball is presented and exclusively designed by Posh, Petals and Pearls and will be Sat. Feb. 11, 2017, at Brockington Hall in Savannah.

The Next Generation (TNG) is a volunteer organization founded to benefit the Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah. One hundred percent of the net funds raised through The Next Generation events and corporate and friend contributions directly support the Willett Children’s Hospital’s most precious patients.

Happily Ever After Ball

The ball includes two sessions: 10AM-Noon (SOLD-OUT) and 1-3PM. Children and parents are invited to attend a royal celebration and meet their favorite fairytale princess, prince, pirate, and heroes of all storylines.

Dressed in their favorite fairytale costume, children can waltz with Cinderella and Prince Charming, visit Rapunzel and Flynn’s Hair Palace, and even have a sword fight with Peter Pan and Captain Hook! Of course, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff will be there as well and joined by all of their royal friends.

Come for family-friendly fun, prizes, desserts, and more! For tickets: visit www.nextgenerationsavannah.com.

Happily Ever After Ball, Savannah
Saturday, February 11, 2017
First session: 10AM-Noon (SOLD OUT)
Second session: 1-3PM (A FEW TICKETS REMAINING)
Brockington Hall
213 E. Hall St.
Savannah, Ga. 31401
COST: $20 per individual ticket. Buy tickets online here.  Online tickets will be available until midnight Fri. Feb. 10. (unless the event sells out).

Sponsors include: Robyn Shirley, who has been an independent Matilda Jane Trunk Keeper in South Carolina since 2008.

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ABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION

The Next Generation is a volunteer organization founded to benefit the Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah. One hundred percent of the net funds raised through The Next Generation events and corporate and friend contributions directly support the Willett Children’s Hospital’s most precious patients.
For more information, go to www.nextgenerationsavannah.com or email info@nextgenerationsavannah.com.

Memorial Health is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Every year, Jekyll Island commissions a group of highly skilled artisans from across the U.S. to create exquisite, handworked glass globes for Jekyll’s annual Island Treasures event.

(Jekyll Island is an easy, roughly 90-minute drive down I-95 from Savannah. See our list of things to do with kids on on Jekyll Island here. )

The glass floats are part of a hide-and-seek style game played on Jekyll Island throughout January and February 2017. Each day, volunteers called Beach Buddies hide glass floats around the island for lucky guests to find and, yes, get this, keep.

Each float is marked with a special tag and instructions for treasure finders to register their Island Treasures at the Jekyll Island Guest Information Center where they will receive a certificate of authenticity and artist biography for their one-of-a-kind float. The Center is open Monday-Saturday, 9AM – 6PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM.

More are out there, and more are placed ever day through February. Overall, 250 floats will have been placed for lucky float finders. Island Treasures runs  through Feb. 28, 2017.

At the Beach Village on Jekyll Is. on Jan. 21 & 28, and Feb. 4 & 25, three extra floats will be hidden in the Beach Village.

Learn more about Island Treasures here.

Find more things to do with kids on Jekyll Island here.

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FIND MORE DAYTRIPS FROM SAVANNAH HERE. 

Join 88 Keys Piano for Kindermusik music and movement classes for newborns to 7 years old.

Classes meet on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10AM. First weekly studio class is free!

Also, don’t forget to join us this week on Wednesday 10AM for Kindermusik monthly play dates: “How do you Feel? Exploring emotions through music”. All participants receive the class, an instrument, 10 songs and a BONUS gift at the end. Cost is $15 for the first child and only $5 for siblings.

Enroll today at Kindermusikwith88keys.com or call 912.988.KEYS.

Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com,  email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Registration is now open for Storm Soccer Academy Savannah Soccer Programs for Spring 2017 including Savannah Sweet Feet Academy for ages 4-8.

Savannah Sweet Feet Academy

Coed program designed for children between the ages of 4 and 8 to participate in a soccer environment of fun and learning.  Sweet Feet teaches skill development, character building, and fun activities to promote the love of exercise and soccer.  Sweet Feet Academy is available in Savannah and The Landings.

Program details and registration process:

·      Savannah Program: Practice days are Tuesday from 4:30-5:30 at Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex and games are Friday from 5:30-6:30.  The season runs from February 28th through May 5th.

·     The Landings Program: Practice days are Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 and games are Friday from 5:30-6:30 at The Landings Field.  The season runs from March 1st through May 5th.

·      The registration fee is $160 and includes one shirt.  A second shirt and soccer ball can be purchased at registration

·      Children born between the years 2009 and 2013 are able to register for this program.

·      Please click the following link to register: http://sc-stormsa.sportsaffinity.com

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Savannah/Hilton Head Pre-Academy

Coed program designed for children between the ages of 6 and 9 who love soccer and want to learn from professional coaches.  This is the highest level of training offered for this age group.  There are no tryouts associated with Pre-Academy.

Program details and registration process:

·      Savannah practice days are Monday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00 with games on Saturday morning.  All practices and games take place at Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex.

·      Hilton Head practice days are Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-6:00 with games on Saturday morning.  All practices and games take place at Barker Field.

·      The season will begin on Monday, February 20th and continue until May 6th.

·      The registration fee is $450.  Nike uniforms (2 jerseys, 1 shorts, 2 socks, and 2 Augusta Sportswear practice shirts) are approximately $120 and are good through the Spring 2018 season.

·      Children born between the years 2008 and 2011 are able to register for this program.

·      Please click the following link to register: http://sc-stormsa.sportsaffinity.com

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Savannah Girls Pre-Academy

Designed for girls between the ages of 6 and 9 who want to play with other girls and learn from professional female coaches.  This program requires less of a time commitment than our coed Pre-Academy Program.  There are no tryouts associated with Pre-Academy.

Program details and registration process:

·      Practice days are Tuesday from 4:30-6:00 (option to add Thursday practice) with games on Saturday morning.  All practices and games take place at Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex.

·      The season will begin on Tuesday, February 20th and continue until May 6th.

·      The registration fee is $250 for 1 practice per week and 1 game; the registration fee is $375 for 2 practices per week and one game.  Nike uniforms (2 jerseys, 1 shorts, 2 socks, and 2 Augusta Sportswear practice shirts) are approximately $120 and are good through the Spring 2018 season.

·      Children born between the years 2008 and 2011 are able to register for this program.

·      Please click the following link to register: http://sc-stormsa.sportsaffinity.com

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About Storm Soccer Academy

Storm Soccer Academy was created in 2010 to service players who want to excel in soccer at the highest levels. Its creation has provided numerous participants with the opportunity to train locally and compete at the highest level regionally and nationally as they develop and graduate through our program. Storm Soccer Academy seeks soccer players between the ages of 2 and 18 who wish to reach their potential and are committed to seeking excellence through our specific curriculum.  Storm Soccer Academy draws players from around the Low Country and provides training opportunities in Savannah, Hilton Head, and Statesboro.

Storm Soccer Academy in conjunction with Tormenta FC,  843-860-877, email jeremyaven@StormSoccerAcademy.com, www.TormentaFC.com, On Facebook  here.. The Storm Soccer Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Are you a teacher for children with autism? Are you the parent of a child with autism? Are you an adult with autism?

Learn more. Registration for The Matthew Reardon Center Autism Conference 2017 in Savannah is NOW OPEN!

The keynote speaker will be John Elder Robison, best-selling author, advocate, and Aspergian. Robison is the author of New York Times Best-Seller, “Look Me in The Eyes.”

Register for the autism conference here. 

The conference will be Feb. 9-10 2017 @ Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Savannah 31401.

Contact information:
Erin Roma
eroma@matthewreardon.org
912-355-9098 ext. 223

About Matthew Reardon Center in Savannah

The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism is committed to improving the lives of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder through their day school, Advance Academy, their advocacy and outreach.

Learn more about the center here. 

The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism, www.matthewreardon.org, 6602 Abercorn Street Suite 200, Savannah, GA 31419, tel: 912-355-9098

Unleash your creativity every day with art-making projects for all ages @ drop-in studio @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center,

Drop-In Studio is offered daily 1-4PM @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Work at your own pace & comfort level through an array of art mediums. Each month offer activities related to specific exhibits at Telfair Museums. See the schedule below.

Perfect for all ages – even adults. Children 12 & younger now receive free admission to Jepson Center. Museum admission for adults is $20. (Admission includes a visit to each of Telfair Museums’ three sites: Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, Owen-Thomas House. Valid for one week.)

A studio-assistant is on-hand to answer questions & assist guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Monthly drop-in studio themes

January 2017: Light-Up Sculptures
February 2017: Nick Cave Mixed Media Designs
March 2017: Portraiture
April 2017: Wundercamera: People in the Museum

Learn more here. 

JEPSON CENTER
207 W. York St. Savannah, 31401

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Admission

Adult: $20
Senior (65+): $18
Military (w/ military ID): $18
Student (ages 13-30 w/ ID): $15
Child (ages 12 & under): FREE

Admission includes a visit to each of Telfair Museums’ three sites: Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, Owen-Thomas House. Valid for one week.

Jepson Hours
Sunday – 12-5pm
Monday – 12-5pm
Tuesday – 10am-5pm
Wednesday – 10am-5pm
Thursday – 10am-5pm
Friday – 10am-5pm
Saturday – 10am-5pm

Follow Telfair Museums on Facebook here. 

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We are smitten with Moss & Marsh, a handmade line of baby products with a Lowcountry aesthetic created by Savannah mom Candace Brodmann.

Moss & Marsh’s goal is to make functional products that make parenting easier. All of the products are designed, screen printed, and sewn in Savannah, GA.

Browse through their Web site here to see their complete collection of products.

Since launching in April 2016, Moss & Marsh is now in five Georgia boutiques with more on the way.

Now you can celebrate Moss & Marsh, too, with a 20% discount for SouthernMamas.com readers. Use the promo code SOUTHERN.

Stay connected by liking Moss & Marsh on Facebook here and following Moss & Marsh on Instagram here.

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2017 PULSE Art + Technology Festival in Savannah
January 11–15, 2017
Jepson Center
Whether you want to fulfill your childhood dream of speaking like a dinosaur, watch artificial intelligence and art come to life through apps, or gaze at unnerving portrait sculptures created from DNA and scientific data, there’s something for everyone at PULSE Art + Technology Festival in Savannah.

PULSE interactive performances include: 

How to Speak Dinosaur
Thurs. Jan. 12, 6:30PM, Jepson Center
a performance and talk by Courtney D. Brown.
Free for members; $15 for non members.

The Odyssey Redux
Fri. Jan. 13, 6PM, Jepson Center
A Live Media Art Adaptation of Homer’s famous epic poem by Alessandro Imperato & David Spencer.
Free for members; $15 for non members.

View the complete PULSE schedule here.
Daytime admission to PULSE is free and open to the public.

Purchase a PULSE Pass for exclusive access to all evening lectures and performances. Reserve your PULSE Pass here.

JEPSON CENTER
207 W. York St. Savannah, 31401
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS

PULSE Youth Workshop
Create Your Own Brand and Logo
Fri. Jan. 13, 4–6pm
For Ages 12+, Instructor: Vanessa Jaber
FREE with registration.  REGISTER HERE. 

PULSE Free Family Day & Expo
Sat. Jan. 14, 1-4PM Jepson Center
Celebrate STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math) and family fun at the most popular event of the PULSE Art + Technology Festival. Explore demos of amazing technology, view works by local makers, play interactive games and enjoy a new “Student Maker Zone” and expo in the atrium. At 2PM, guests can also experience a special matinee performance of The Odyssey Redux. Admission is FREE.

PULSE Youth Workshop*: Make a Plantbot!
Sat. Jan. 14, 10AM–Noon
Ages 10+
Instructors: Jeff Schmuki and Wendy DesChene
FREE with registration. REGISTER HERE.

Big Screen Gaming!
Sun. Jan. 15, 2–4PM
Enjoy casual, competitive gaming of recent indie videogames on the big screen.
FREE with registration. REGISTER HERE.

Follow Telfair Museums on Facebook here. 

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Experience the magic of a Disney Cruise this year, and for a limited time your deposit is half off!! The Disney travel gurus at Two Sisters Travel have all the details.

Book a Disney cruise to Bahamas, Caribbean, Alaska, Europe & others for 7-nights or longer departing June 17-December 30, 2017 and pay only half of the required deposit now.

Disney Cruise Line offers a unique vacation experience that blends entertainment and adventure with comfort and convenience. There is something for everyone on a Disney cruise: relaxing “me” time for the adults, imaginative fun for the kids and exciting family time for all. Every voyage features the world-class hospitality that only Disney can provide, and of course, all of your favorite characters.

Make 2017 THE year to spend more quality time with the ones you love.

Contact Tara McCoy at Two Sisters Travel for a Disney Cruise quote and set sail on a magical voyage you and your loved ones will treasure forever.

Tara McCoy, Vacation Specialist at Two Sisters Travel

843.284.3241

Become a Facebook fan at facebook.com/twosisterstravel

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Have your child’s next birthday party @ Ignite the Senses children’s sensory gym in Bluffton SC

Ignite the Senses offers a a safe, fun indoor environment with a zipline, trampoline, multiple slides and swings, jungle gym, climbing walls & more.

The mission @ Ignite the Senses: to ignite each child’s curiosity to explore new activities and new social relationships.

As Bluffton’s only children’s sensory gym, Ignite the Senses aims to spread community awareness and acceptance for those living with autism in and around the Lowcountry. Children with autism and typical children can grow physically, emotionally, and socially together whether in the open gym setting or in any of the small group classes offered.

Offerings @ Ignite the Senses include:

* art and music programs/classes
* special camps during the summer and school holidays throughout the year
* children’s birthdays and special events
* support group gatherings monthly for local families with children who have autism.

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TODDLER TIME

Every Wednesday 10AM-Noon. Bring your little ones in to meet some new friends while having a ball. Your payoff will be at home later when your toddler goes down easily for a nap thanks to Toddler Time.

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GYM HOURS

Open 7 days a week
Mon-Fri: 9AM-6PM
Sat: 10AM-3PM
Sun: 10AM-3PM

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LOCATION

Ignite the Senses Gym
163 Bluffton Road
Suite C1
Bluffton, SC. 29910
(843) 757-0179
Email: info@ignitethesensesgym.com

Ignite the Senses, www.ignitethesensesgym.com. Stay connected by liking Ignite the Senses on Facebook here . Ignite the Senses is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Matilda Jane clothing Spring 2017 collection – The Adventure Begins – is coming Feb. 1.

Senior Team Leader Matilda Jane Clothing Robyn Shirley – serving Bluffton/Hilton Head Is. & the Savannah area – has a fresh redesigned Matilda Jane Web site. See it here.

Discount

Receive $30 Feb. 1-28 2017 with a purchase of $175 when you host a trunk show with at least $100 in customer orders.

To book a show in your area, email Robyn: robynS@matildajaneclothing.com

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Now accepting applications for Spring 2017 trunk keepers

Are you looking for a creative, flexible business of your own to operate from your own home around your family’s hectic schedule?

Look no further! Contact Senior Team Leader Matilda Jane Clothing Robyn Shirley via email at RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com or call 843-384-3842 and she’ll give you more information about a new career with Matilda Jane Clothing. Applications are being accepted for Spring 2017.

Matilda Jane Spring 2017 kicks off Feb. 1st and the Matilda Jane “Behind The Seams” conference in Louisville is mid January. This is the perfect opportunity for you to start something new in 2017.

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Robyn Shirley, Matilda Jane Team Leader and Trunk Keeper #124, Bluffton, SC, email RobynS@matildajaneclothing.com. Robyn Shirley is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Charter Schools in Savannah-Chatham County  

January 2017 is the time to plan for which school you want your child to attend for the 2017-2018 school year. The application process is open for Savannah-Chatham public school choice programs as well as for most Savannah-area charter schools.

Elementary and middle school charter schools in Savannah-Chatham area have a separate application process and different deadlines than Savannah-Chatham County public school choice programs. Contact the charter school of your choice for more detailed information on their application process.

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Savannah-Area Charter School Application Deadlines for 2017-2018 School Year

Oglethorpe Charter School (Middle School, 6th-8th grades) Application process is open. The application can be printed from Oglethorpe Charter School Web site or picked up from the school. Deadline: All applications must be hand-delivered to the school by Jan. 17, 2017

Learn more of what Oglethorpe Charter School has to offer at one of the following enrollment information sessions:
Tues. Jan. 10, 2017 at 5PM
Thurs. Jan. 12, 2017 at 5PM
Tues. Jan. 17, 2017 at 9AM

The 2017-2018 lottery is Jan. 19, 2017 at 9AM. The lottery results will be posted on Oglethorpe Charter School Web site on Jan. 20, 2017 by noon.

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Savannah Classical Academy  (Kindergarten-10th grade. Will expand to a K-12 school by 2019.) Application process is open. Apply online here. Deadline: Feb. 16, 2017.

School Tours

Tours are conducted on Tuesdays, 9-10AM or Thursdays 1-2PM***
Register here for a tour; space is limited. The following dates are available:
Tues. Jan. 31
Thurs. Feb. 9
Tues. Feb. 14

​For questions, email info@scasav.org.

Open House: Jan. 19, 2017.

The 2017-2018 lottery is Feb 24 2017. If your child is accepted, you will receive official notification by Friday, March 10. Enrollment registration deadline is Wed. March 31 2017.

Learn more about the application process here.

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Tybee Island Maritime Academy (Kindergarten-5th grade). Application process is open. Apply online here. Deadline: Feb. 10, 2017. 

The lottery will be Feb. 13, 2017 at 6:30PM. Notifications of acceptance or wait list status will be done during the week of Feb. 13-17, 2017. Registration deadline for those accepted is March 3, 2017.

Learn more about the application process here. 

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Susie King Taylor Community School  (Kindergarten-4th grade. Will expand to a K-8 school.) Application process is open. Apply online here. Deadline: End of February

​For questions, email susiekingtaylorcommunityschool@gmail.com

Open Houses: Jan. 29, 2017 2-4pm and March 2, 2017 5:30-7:30PM at 1709 Bull St (corner of 34th at old Notre Dame Academy).

Learn more about the application process here.

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More school application info

Interested in applying to Savannah-Chatham public school choice programs (formerly called specialty schools) for 2017-2018? Deadline to do so is Feb. 3 2017. Details here. 

Interested in applying for the free pre-K programs 2017-2018 offered at some Savannah-Chatham public schools? The free pre-K application process starts Feb. 21 2017. Deadline is March 7 2017. Details here. 

Attention expectant Savannah parents: FREE Baby Care Basics classes are offered @ Pediatric Associates of Savannah.

Free to expectant families, come join Dr Brandy Gheesling (pictured here) or one of Pediatric Associates of Savannah’s other 8 Board Certified Pediatricians.

Classes are held after office hours the first Thursday of each month. The next class is this Thurs. March  2 2017 @ 6PM.

Space will be limited, so to register or for more information about the class please email BabyBasics@pedsav.com.

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New to the area & in need of a pediatrician? Pediatric Associates of Savannah has offices in Savannah, the Islands and Pooler. Learn more here.

Stay connected with Pediatric Associates of Savannah & informed about children’s health news, but ‘liking’ Pediatric Associates of Savannah on Facebook here.

Pediatric Associates of Savannah, 4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100 Savannah, 31404-6702, (912) 355-2462, www.pedsav.com On Facebook here.  Pediatric Associates of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Registration is open for Spring 2017 lacrosse with Lowcountry Lacrosse in Savannah 

The Lowcountry Lacrosse mission is to provide a positive, instruction oriented program for boys new to the sport of lacrosse and provide advanced skill training and organized teams to those who are experienced players.

Their seasoned coaches want to teach the technical skills of lacrosse while providing an opportunity for personal development. They believe that lacrosse should be fun for the players but provide a foundation for building character that will instill teamwork, discipline, integrity, sportsmanship and respect to other players, coaches and parents.

Teams will be split according to school and area. Lowcountry Lacrosse does their best to keep those at the same school on the same team.

Boys Lacrosse League
Savannah, GA

Register here.

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7th/8th Grade Teams: Practice Mondays/Wednesdays from 5:30-7PM. Games on Saturdays

Practice Dates: Feb 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, Mar 1, 6, 8, 27, 29, Apr 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
Game Dates: Feb 18, 25, Mar 4, 11, Apr 1, 8, War on the Shore April 29/30

Coaches: Christian Harris, Billy Groves, Dave Racicot, Andy Kay, Michael George

Registration
Regular Registration: $250 Jan. 1st – Feb. 5.
Late Registration: $260 *Late Registration begins Feb. 6.

Register here.

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5th/6th Grade Teams: Practice Tuesdays/Thursdays from 5:30-7PM. Games on Saturdays

Practice Dates: Feb 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, Mar 2, 7, 9, 28, 30, Apr 11, 13, 18, 20
Game Dates: Feb 18, Mar 4, Apr 8, 22, War on the Shore April 29/30

Coaches: Sean Farrell, Billy Groves, Ryan Chandler, Sean Murphy

Regular Registration: $200 Jan. 1 – Feb. 5
Late Registration: $210 *Late Registration begins Feb. 6

Register here.

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3rd/4th Grade Teams: Practice Tuesdays/Thursdays from 5:30-6:30PM. Games on Saturdays

Practice Dates: Feb 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, Mar 2, 7, 9, 28, 30, Apr 11, 13, 18, 20
Game Dates: Feb 18, Mar 4, Apr 8, 22, War on the Shore April 29/30

Coaches: Christian Harris, Mark Gjekaj, Marvin Labis, Mike Vidan

Regular Registration: $200 Jan 1 – Feb. 5
Late Registration: $210 *Late Registration begins Feb. 6.

Register here.

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3rd/4th Grade (Developmental): Practice Sundays 3-4:30PM

These Teams are for ALL 3rd/4th grade beginners . It is also for intermediate players who may not feel comfortable participating in a competitive environment yet.

Practice Dates: Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5, 19, 26, Apr 2, 9
Game Dates: Mar 12, 26, War on the Shore April 29/30

Coaches: Jeff Konko, Miles Whitworth, Chris Dammeyer, Anthony Quinn, Alec Ganley, Collin Gibboney

Regular Registration: $150 Jan. 1 – Feb. 5
Late Registration: $160 *Late Registration begins Feb. 6

Register here.

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K-2nd Grade (Developmental): Practice Sundays from 3-4:30PM

These Teams are for ALL K-2nd grade boys.

Practice Dates: Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5, 19, 26, Apr 2, 9
Game Dates: Mar 12, 26, War on the Shore April 29/30

Coaches: Dan Umbel, Christian Harris, Corey Ingram, Jeff Pecora

Regular Registration: $150 Jan. 1 – Feb. 5
Late Registration: $160 *Late Registration begins Feb. 6.

Register here.

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Equipment
Rent: $50 with $150 refundable security deposit—contact Christian to reserve: charris@lowlax.com
Buy: 25% OFF MSRP As Low as $169

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BOYS & GIRLS MLK WEEKEND LACROSSE CAMP 

Lowcounty Lacrosse Savannah is offering a Lacrosse camp over MLK Jr. holiday weekend, Jan. 14-16 for all skill levels. Learn more here. 

Florida Launch & Syracuse Alum Midfielder Jovan Miller Will Be aSpecial Guest Coach at MLK Camp!

Times: Sat 10AM-1PM, Sun Noon-3PM, Mon 10AM-1PMCamp Dates: Jan 14 – 16
Location: Daffin Park
Boys and Girls All Skill Levels
(Boys and girls will be broken up by skill and age)
Ages:  8 – 18
Cost:  $125

Learn more here. 
Lowcountry Lacrosse Savannah, 5002 Paulsen St, Ste 102, Savannah; tel. (912) 200-3442, email charris@lowlax.com. Stay connected by following Lowcountry Lacrosse Savannah on Facebook here; on Instagram here.  Lowcountry Lacrosse is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Do you or your children suffer from:
* anxiety *food issues
* homework struggles * stomach problems
* sleep issues * focus issues * seizures
* asthma * skin problems/eczema
* ADD/ADHD/attention issues
* Autism Spectrum Disorders
* extreme mood swings/tantrums?

Or do you just want help finding easy ways to make your home a happier, healthier place?
Yes?

Then the Healthy Homes, Happy Families Expo in Savannah on Feb. 25 2017 is for you.

Sat. Feb. 25, 8AM-4PM
Hyatt Regency Savannah
2 W Bay St.
Savannah, GA 31401

The expo brings together experts from all over the Savannah area to teach you simple things you can change within your home to make it a healthier and happier place to be for everyone.

More information coming on speakers, topics & sponsorship and vendor opportunities.

Details here.

Enrollment for Kindermusik Savannah January musical monthly play dates is now underway.

Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano on January 18 or 21 at 10AM for “How do You Feel? Exploring Emotions in Music”. Newborns 0-7 are welcome.

Each child will receive an instrument, 10 Kindermusik songs, and a $10 coupon.

Cost is $15 per child and only $5 per sibling.

Spaces are limited and the Saturday class is already over half full, so enroll today at kindermusikwith88keys.com or call 912-988-KEYS today.

Kindermusik…a good beginning never ends.

Kindermusik Savannah, kindermusikwith88keys.com,  email music@88keysga.com, 912.988.KEYS (5397) Kindermusik is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

25th Annual Savannah Irish Festival
February 17-19, 2017

Savannah Irish Festival brings two days and one night of internationally acclaimed Irish-American and Celtic music, dance, culture, food and fun to historic downtown Savannah.
When: Feb. 17-19 2017

Where: Savannah Civic Center, 401 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, Georgia
Other: Friday Night Ceili, traditional Irish dance party. Friday, Feb. 17, 6:30pm, Knights of Columbus, 3 W. Liberty Street.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased the day of the event.  For advance ticket sales call 912-651-6556 or 800-351-7469, or online at the Savannah Civic Center’s website.

For more details & the full schedule of performers, click here.

Free, lottery-funded Pre-K for 2017-2018 school year

The free, state-funded Pre-K at some Savannah-Chatham public schools is open to all children who are 4 years old on or before Sept. 1 residing in Chatham County.

The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System has 60 Georgia Lottery funded Pre-K classes with additional classes at Coastal Empire Montessori.  See the list of Savannah-Chatham public schools that offer the free Pre-K here.

Pre-K applications for the free, lottery-funded Pre-K programs for 2017-18 at Savannah-Chatham County public schools will be available online here starting Feb. 21 2017 until March 6 2017. Applications & required documents are due March 7 2017. The lottery will be April 4 2017.

The deadline to submit required documents to one of the selected schools is March 7, 2017. Applications cannot be processed without these documents.

This free, state-funded Pre-K is open to all children who are 4 years old on or by Sept. 1. Details here. 

Some Savannah private preschools and childcare facilities also offer the state-funded, free Pre-K program and have different application deadlines. Please contact those facilities for their application deadlines.

FREE Georgia Day Parade 2017

Georgia History Festival’s Georgia Day Parade, downtown Savannah
Friday February 10, 2017 at 10:45AM.
Students & teachers costumed as historical figures march through Savannah’s historic squares during this beloved annual event, walking from Forsyth Park along Bull Street to Savannah City Hall.

Rain date for this event is Feb. 13, 10:45AM

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This week’s SouthernMamas e-letter spotlights:
* where your kids can make snow angels & throw snow balls this month in the Lowcountry;
* new youth art, drama/acting, clay, fibers, drawing, Spanish classes in Savannah
* free fitness class @ Fit46 studio
* Starlight Pottery in Savannah
Read this week’s SouthernMamas.com e-letter here. 

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