Savannah Summer Camps 2023

SouthCoast Health: What to Expect @ Your Yearly Mammogram

October 12th, 2023

The overall death rate from #BreastCancer has decreased since 2013, likely because of treatment advances and earlier detection through screening.

This #BreastCancerAwareness Month, call (912) 691-4200 to schedule your mammogram.

SouthCoast Health shares here what you can expect at your yearly mammogram.

SouthCoast Health simple steps for an easy procedure include:

Keep Your Underarms Au Natural

Avoid Scheduling During Your Period

Tips for a Quick Appointment

Manage Your Fears

Results

Regular screenings are one of the best ways to combat cancer — especially breast cancer. SouthCoast Health experienced technicians will do everything possible to keep you comfortable. Schedule your next (or first!) mammogram with by calling 912-691-4200.

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(Savananh schools) Free Family Night Math & Numbers, Pooler

October 12th, 2023

You’re invited to this free family night @ Savannah Adventist Christian School, Pooler

Would you like your child in an environment that educates the whole child–mind, body, and spirit?

Of course you do, and Savannah Adventist Christian School in Pooler is here to help! 

Come to the second Family Night on Tues., Nov. 14, 2023, to receive practical tips for helping your child develop a math literacy and problem-solving skills that will be useful throughout life.

To partner with teachers who will get to know your child as a unique and special individual and help him/her grow in God’s plan, check out Savannah Adventist Christian School. The private Pooler school will begin accepting applications for 2024-2025 in January, with plans to offer ninth grade classes again next school year.

To schedule a tour of the campus, please contact the school: 912-748-5977 or info@sacssda.org
The school is at 50 Godley Way, Pooler, GA 31322.

Savannah Adventist Christian School — which offers preschool starting at age 3 through 9th grade — is a small, private school with a family feel and Christian curriculum.

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(Things to do in Savannah) Find fall fun in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter

October 12th, 2023

SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter, Oct. 11

Find all the Savannah fall fun for kids in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter. Savannah Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patch Farms & more kid fun.

Read it here

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Youth Art & Photography Classes @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

October 11th, 2023

Youth Painting, Drawing, Digital Photography classes offered this fall @ Telfair Museums Jepson Center, Savannah

Registration is open for a new round of youth art & photography classes @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center.

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Digital Photography Class For Ages 12-16

Fridays, 4:30-6PM; Nov. 3-Dec. 15 (No Class Nov. 24)

Learn more & register online here.

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Youth Portfolio Builder: Painting and Drawing For Ages 12–16

Wednesdays, 4:30-6PM; Nov.1–Dec. 13 (no class Nov. 22)

Learn more & register online here.

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Youth Portfolio Builder: Painting and Drawing For Ages 9–12

Mondays, 4:30­­–6PM | Nov. 6–Dec. 11

Learn more & register online here.

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(Savannah Halloween events) Free Trunk or Treat @ Lake Mayer

October 11th, 2023

Chatham County Parks & Recreation is hosting this free Trunk or Treat in Lake Mayer Park in Savannah on Fri. Oct. 27 2023,· 6 – 8:30PM.

Please bring your own trick or treat bag.

Lake Mayer Park, 1850 East Montgomery Cross Road Savannah, 31406

Fall 2023 Open Houses @ Savannah schools

October 10th, 2023

Savannah Private Schools Open Houses Fall 2023

School searching in Savannah. Visit and tour local private schools at these upcoming open houses:

Savannah Christian Preparatory School (preK-12th grade): Open House – Wed. Oct. 18, Wed. Nov. 15, Wed. Nov. 29 2023. Register in advance online here.

Bethesda Academy (6th-12th grade, all boys) Open House – Sun. Oct. 22 2023. Register in advance online here.

St. Andrew’s School (preK-12th grade): Open House – Tues. Oct. 24, Wed. Nov. 29 2023. Register in advance online here.

Calvary Day School (preK-12th grade): Group Tour – Thurs. Oct. 26, 2023, 9AM. Group Tours are limited to 15 families and last approximately 1.5 hours. Register in advance online here.

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(Savannah Fall, Halloween Festivals) Scary in the Dairy @ Pegasus Riding Academy

October 10th, 2023

Scary in the Dairy Haunted Hayride, Horse Rides, Pumpkin Carving, Sun. Oct. 22, Savannah

Join Pegasus Riding Academy at the Historic Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Avenue, for the most authentic Halloween celebration in Savannah: SCARY IN THE DAIRY, from 4-8PM, Sun. Oct. 22 2023.

Enjoy Haunted Hay Rides, penny games, cake walk, bouncy house, DJ Jamie spinning tunes, food and fun. Featuring the favorite HORSE RIDES, on the amazing equestrian staff of Pegasus Riding Academy, including Chatham County Deputy Sheriffs Cisco and Tucker!   

Enjoy all this while providing the essential support for Pegasus therapeutic riding program serving special needs children and veterans. 

For additional information call 912-547-6482.

Pegasus Riding Academy, 2500 Tennessee Ave, Savannah, GA,

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Savannah Home Halloween-Fall Decorations 2023

October 9th, 2023

You love SouthernMamas.com Annual Best Home Holiday Lights Decorations list to ride around looking at lights. Here’s our smaller scale Savannah Halloween-Fall decoration list – by no means the best – just some fun picks from readers & us.

Ardsley Park – especially Abercorn between Victory and 52nd Street and Washington Avenue between Abercorn and Daffin – are teeming with waving skeletons, giant skeletons, dancing in circle ghosts & witches smacking into poles and more. You can even find yellow-raincoat clad Georgie with red balloon from Stephen King’s ‘It.” ( 235 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park)

Please send your additions for the list to anne@southernmamas.com

SEE OUR SAVANNAH HALLOWEEN HOMES INSTAGRAM REEL HERE.

* E. Park Avenue @ Price St., 7-11PM every night.

*45 E. 44th St., Ardsley Park

*3505 Abercorn St., Ardsley Park

*2909 Abercorn St. Ardsley Park

*36 51st St. – giant skeleton & more, Ardsley Park

*Reynolds & 52nd streets (pictured) & Reynolds & 51st streets, Ardsley Park

*536 & 408 E. 50th St., Ardsley Park

*337 & 139 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park

*235 Washington Ave., Ardsley Park (Georgie with red balloon from Stephen King’s ‘It’)

*Whitaker Street across from Forsyth has a few including 909 Whitaker St. – skeleton porch party

*122 E. 38th St. – witch trio, rocking chair skeletons & more , Starland District

*1002 E. Henry St.

*Store windows at E. Shaver Bookstore, 326 Bull St.

*Various fall-bedecked door steps, porches in Savannah Historic District including The Inn on W. Liberty, 109 W. Liberty St; 106 W.Jones St; 517 & 501 E. Broughton

*5505 Magnolia Ave. Magnolia Park neighborhood, Inflatables.

*5708 Colonial Dr., Magnolia Park neighborhood

Please send your additions for the list to anne@southernmamas.com

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Find Savannah-area fall fun here & in SouthernMamas.com event calendar.

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Cinderella @ Calvary Day School, Savannah

October 9th, 2023

Cinderella @ Calvary Day School, Savannah

You are invited to Calvary Day School’s student production of Cinderella. Showtimes are Thurs. Oct. 26 2023 and Fri. Oct. 27 2023 at 6PM and Sat. Oct. 28 2023 at 2PM.

Open to the public.

Purchase tickets online here.

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New Watercolor Workshop @ Scribble Art Studio, Savannah

October 9th, 2023

Savannah Watercolor Workshop starts Nov. 6 2023

A new watercolor workshop starts Nov. 6 2023 @ Scribble Art Studio in Savannah. Class will be 10-11AM.

Participants will learn techniques in watercolor. Materials are provided.Projects include landscape, portraiture, and independent study. 

​5 week session, $250; 12 spaces.

Register online here.

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(Things to do in Savannah) Find fall fun in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter

October 5th, 2023

SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter, Oct. 5

Find all the Savannah fall fun for kids in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter. Savannah Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patch Farms & more kid fun.

Read it here

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(Savannah Fall Daytrips) Holiday Farms Pumpkin Patch, Maze, Pig Races, Hayrides

October 4th, 2023

Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Hayrides @ Holiday Farms in South Carolina

Make plans to visit Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC.

Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC.
Dates/Hours:
Sept. 30-Oct. 29 2023
Thursday-Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 12-6

CLOSED Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Military Appreciation Day ~ Sat. Oct. 7. Admission is half price on this one day only for those with valid military ID and their immediate family. Please make plans to come spend the day with us!

Learn more about Holiday Farms here.

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(Savannah Fall Daytrips) Poppell Farms pumpkin patch, hayrides, corn maze

October 4th, 2023

Poppell Farms

Come start – or continue – fall family traditions at Poppell Farms.

Hayrides, pumpkin patch, farm fun, & of Reba-themed 10-acre maze – Poppell Farms in Odum Ga. near Jesup, has it all.

Poppell Farms in Odum Ga. is now open for fall weekends through October. Enjoy giant bubbles, animals at their petting zoo, apple-cider slushies, pumpkin hunting.

So very much worth the drive from Savannah. Get to Poppell Farms this October.

Learn more here.

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(Savannah schools)  Visit Savannah Christian Preparatory School (PreK-12th grade)

October 4th, 2023

Savannah Christian Preparatory School Open House Dates, 2023-2024

School searching in Savannah? Visit Savannah Christian Preparatory School, an independent, non-denominational PK-12 college prep Christian school, during a Welcome Home Wednesday open house.

Upcoming 2023-2024 Dates: Wed. Oct. 18, Wed. Nov. 15, Wed. Nov. 29, Wed. Jan. 10, Wed. Jan. 31 & Wed. Feb. 7.

Reservations required. Register online here.

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Youth Art Classes @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

October 4th, 2023

Youth Art Classes @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Let your little ones explore their creative side in these exciting art classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! In Discovering Art and Adventures in Art, young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, pastels, paint, and collage.

Discovering Art is a class for ages 6-8. Adventures in Art is a class for ages 9-12.

These classes will begin on Oct. 21 2023 and run Saturdays from 9-10AM 5 Sessions: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11 and 11/18.

These classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.

Register online here.

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(Parent & Child Programs) Art Start @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

October 4th, 2023

Art Start storytime, tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah, Thurs. Oct. 19

Start your day with art at this monthly parent & child program @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for Art Start, which includes story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Come play and learn. Theme for Oct. 19 Art Start: Created Beasts: Sculpture by Ulysses Davis.

Oct. 19 Art Start, 10:30-11:30AM. Space is limited, pre-register online here to secure your spot.

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(Hilton Head Is. Halloween Events, Fall Festival) Free Pumpkin Patch, Bounce House, Costume Contest @ Shelter Cove Park

October 4th, 2023

Free event! Come to free Pumpkin Patch festivities on Hilton Head Is. on Fri. Oct 20 2023, 4-7PM @ Shelter Cove Park.

Have the kids dress up and participate in a Children’s Halloween Costume Contest at 5:45pm.

Free bounce houses, pumpkins, and games.

Train ride, concessions, and some other activities are sold separately.

Organized by Island Recreation Association.

Free & open to the public.

@ Shelter Cove Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928

Learn more here.

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(Savannah Halloween) Spooky Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour @ Red Gate Farms

October 3rd, 2023

Spooky Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours @ Red Gate Farms, Savannah

Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center in Savannah will host Spooky Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours this month.

Dates: Oct. 10, 11, 16, 19, 24 & 26 2023.

Times: 4:45PM, 5:15PM, 5:45PM.

Cost: $30 per person, 3 & younger are free.

Early Bird Discount: Book by Oct. 9 for discounted tickets: $25 per person.

Register online here.

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(Savannah Halloween 2023) Trick or Trees Community Tree Giveaway

October 3rd, 2023

Community Tree Giveaway 2023, Savannah

IT’S TRICK OR TREES 2023

You get FREE TREES as your spooky treat

Saturday, Oct. 28 2023
9-11AM
Tricentennial Park @ Georgia State Railroad Museum 655 Louisville Rd.

Pick up a free tree for your yard and learn all about the benefits of growing our urban forest.

There will be 13 species of native and fruit trees, kid-friendly activities, and treats for the whole family. Please limit 1 tree per person.

Costumes encouraged.

The trees are sponsored by State Farm through the Arbor Day Foundation’s Community Tree Program.

Free Savannah Music Festival Community Family Jam presented by SMF Jazz Academy

October 3rd, 2023

Free SMF Community Family Jam presented by SMF Jazz Academy

It’s the Savannah Music Festival’s Community Family Jam presented by SMF Jazz Academy!

FREE and OPEN to the Public

Saturday, Oct. 21 2023, Noon-4 pm

Bring a comfy chair or picnic blanket to join us for a fun-filled day of music and family-friendly activities at Daffin Park. SMF Jazz Academy is bringing together talented musicians from the community for a jam session like no other.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy live performances by slam poetry and local jazz bands featuring toe-tapping rhythms and soulful melodies. Get ready to dance, tap along, and let loose!

Learn more here.

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(Pooler Family Fun) Five reasons to visit Fun Zone this Fall

October 3rd, 2023

Five Reasons to Visit Fun Zone in Pooler this Fall

Fall is officially here, and there is plenty of fun to be had this season!

Here are five reasons why this time of year is a great time to visit Fun Zone.

1. Cooler Weather

Cooler weather is coming, making fall one of the best times to try out some of our attractions. If you’re looking for outdoor activities, try out our Go-Karts, Miniature Golf, and Kiddy Land!

Zip around on one of our four Go-Kart tracks with options ranging from the Kiddy Track to the exhilarating, high-speed Hi-Bank Track. We also have two newly updated Miniature Golf courses for you and your crew. If your little ones are looking to take a break from Go-Karts and Mini-Golf, they can run and play in Kiddy Land with tunnels, slides, and more. 

Even with beautiful weather, our indoor Arcade room is still available with thrilling new experiences, including King Kong VR, HYPERpitch Major League Pitching, Minecraft, and Hungry, Hungry Hippos! If you’re looking for more classic games, you’ll find them there too. 

2. Fall Specials

A new season means new specials! It’s time to save on your favorites this fall. In October, we will have three opportunities for guests to save during their trips to Fun Zone during the week.

Mondays & Tuesdays:

Discount Days

Visit Fun Zone on Mondays and Tuesdays and receive $7 off a regularly priced Value Band!

Wednesdays:
Pizza & Play Special

Get one 16” one-topping pizza, four $5 Arcade cards, and a pitcher (four cups) of soft drinks for only $29.99 (plus tax)!

Thursdays:
Big Bonus Bucks

For every $1 spent on an Arcade Card, you’ll get $2 in Credit!

Fridays: 

Free Play Friday

Buy a regularly priced Value Band, and get a $5 Game Card FREE!

3. Fun Treats

Did you know Fun Zone has several unique sweet treats that are perfect for fall weather in our Concessions lineup? Along with our famous ICEEs, we offer red velvet funnel cake, regular funnel cake, deep-fried Oreos, pretzels, and S’Mores! Try one or try them all during your next visit.

If you’re looking for more traditional hot snacks during your delicious pit stop, we have other favorites like pizza, nachos, chicken nuggets, hot dogs, corn dogs, and fries. 

4. Fundraising Opportunities

Fall is a popular time for fundraisers, and Fun Zone loves helping local groups with their fundraising efforts! If you, your team, school, or organization is looking for a fundraising opportunity this fall, give our team a call at (912) 330-9860 to learn more about how we can help.

5. Venue Space

We love celebrating with our guests! No matter the occasion, Fun Zone would love to help host your next party or celebration this fall. Fun Zone offers a variety of activities for families and groups of all ages. We have several party packages that make party planning a breeze, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy! If you’re looking for something different, like corporate events or team-building experiences, call (912) 330-9860 to see how we can help. 

Fun Zone is the perfect destination for fun this fall. Don’t miss out on lasting memories and thrilling experiences this season. We hope to see you soon! 
If you’d like to stay up to date on all things Fun Zone, follow Fun Zone on Facebook and Instagram @PoolerFunZone. You can also sign up for our email list here.

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Balloonacy show for kids @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

October 3rd, 2023

Balloonacy @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Unsure how to prepare young children to see a new show?

Try reading stories, making crafts & exploring play time with balloons!

They’ll be surprised & excited to see all the mischief one balloon can cause when they come see BALLOONACY, returning to SCT this weekend! 

Showtimes: 10AM Sat. Oct. 14 & 10AM Sat. Oct. 21 2023.

See show schedule and purchase tickets online here.

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Girl Scouts Founder Juliette Gordon Low Birthday Celebration & Community Give-Back Event, Savannah

October 3rd, 2023

Let’s party!

Come to Juliette Gordon Low birthplace in Savannah on Sat. Oct. 28 2023, 10AM-1PM for a fun-filled birthday celebration for Girl Scouts Founder Juliette Gordon Low.

Stop by to support local non-profit Over the Moon Diaper and Period Supply Bank at their service project station and enjoy a free cupcake (while supplies last.)

$3 tour specials will be offered all day to residents with a valid Savannah ID, and members of the local Girl Scout council, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia.

Take advantage of this beautiful fall weather and stop by with the whole family.

To make a reservation, call ahead at 912-233-4501 or book online here using code “BDAY.” 

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(Savannah Holiday 2023) Boat Parade of Lights

October 3rd, 2023

Make plans to attend the 2023 Savannah Boat Parade of Lights, 7-9PM on Fri. Nov. 25.

Free & open to the public.

Learn more here.