Summer STEAM Wednesdays with Chatham County Extension 4-H at Savannah Children’s Museum

This summer, Chatham County Extension 4-H will host a special series of hands-on STEAM programs at the new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum.

Designed for students ages 10-12, with older youth welcome, these interactive sessions explore science, nature, genetics, conservation, and environmental education through engaging activities and discovery-based learning.

Sign up for individual sessions or the complete program series.

Included with museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

Limited spots available. Pre-registration required.

To RSVP: ahart@chsgeorgia.org or 912-651-4292

Program Schedule

Wednesday, June 17 | 1–2PM

Inherited Traits : Students will learn about acquired and inherited traits and explore simple genetic tools, including Punnett squares.

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Wednesday, July 1 | 1–2PM

Pollinators: Students will discover the importance of pollinators in our environment and ways we can help protect them.

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Wednesday, July 22 | 10–11AM

Plant Identification: Students will learn how to identify plants using characteristics such as leaf type and flower structure.

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Wednesday, July 29 | 10–11AM

Endangered Animals and Habitats: Students will explore endangered species native to Georgia and learn how conservation efforts can help protect them.

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Wednesday, August 5 | 10–11AM

The Incredible Journey: Students will learn about the water cycle, watersheds, and the movement of water through the environment.

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Savannah Children’s Museum

Summer hours at Savannah Children’s Museum outdoor section start Wed. May 27th.

Summer Hours Begin Wednesday, May 27th
• Wednesday-Monday: 9AM-2PM
• Tuesday: Closed (reserved for big groups)

Memorial Weekend 2026 Schedule:
• Open Sunday, May 24th
• Open Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day
• Closed Tuesday, May 26th
• Summer hours officially begin Wednesday, May 27th

Train rides next door at Georgia State Railroad Museum:
• hourly, 10AM-3PM Wednesdays-Sundays plus on Memorial Day

The new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum will continue its year-round hours: 9AM-3PM daily.

Come for a summer of play, exploration, and hands-on learning indoors and outdoors with your family! 

Details here.

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4th of July 2026 Neighborhood Parade, Hull Park, Savannah

Event Name: 4th of July Neighborhood Parade
Time: 10AM-1PM
Location: Hull Park

Join us for the 3rd Annual 4th of July Neighborhood Parade at Hull Park!

Hosted by the Midtown Savannah Parents Group and our AMAZING local volunteers and sponsors, this is THE community event you don’t want to miss!

Show off your patriotic spirit with costumes and decorations to compete for the titles of Best Bike or Wagon, Patriotic Pet, Most Creative Costume and Best Group Costume! There will be food trucks, but don’t forget to bring your own picnic for after the parade.

FREE registration kicks off at 9:45 AM under the pavilion. Line up starting at 10:15 AM and the parade kicks off at 10:30 AM sharp – but remember, NO MOTOR VEHICLES ALLOWED!

Grab your red, white, and blue and let’s celebrate like it’s 1776!

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Summer 2026 Kids Happenings in Savannah: Sunday Matiness at Lucas Theatre for the Arts

Family friendly favorites on the big screen all summer long at Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah’s Historic Distrct.

And best of all, kids 12 and younger receive FREE admission!

Get your tickets now at scadboxoffice.com.

Tickets for the film are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military; and $8 for the general public. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission.

My Neighbor Totoro: Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Jumanji, Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Kpop Demon Hunters, June 21 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

The Little Mermaid, July 12 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Shrek, Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Anastasi, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

The Incredibles, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

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Cheap summer kids’ movies have become a summer tradition over the years. That tradition continues for this Summer 2026 with the following cheap weekday morning kids’ movies.

Here are the 2026 Savannah-area summer kids’ movies schedules:

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Pooler

Summer Kids’ Movie Series 2026 @ Royal Cinemas in Pooler

$2 Admission – $2 Popcorn – $2 Drink — $2 M&M & Skittles Minis

Movie starts at 10AM

Doors open at 9:15AM

Groups more than 30 by reservation only. Please email royalcinemasimax@gmail.com

The 2026 Royal Cinemas cheap summer movie line up is: 

• Smurfs: June 2 & June 4
• The SpongeBob Movie: June 9 & June 11
• KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & June 18
• The King of Kings: June 23 & June 25
• Dog Man: June 30 & July 2
• How to Train Your Dragon: July 7 & July 9
• The Bad Guys: July 14 & July 16
• A Minecraft Movie: July 21 & July 23
• David: July 28 & July 30

Summer Kids’ Movie Series @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas

Every Tuesday and Thursday @ 10AM in July 2025 @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas. Sensory Friendly shows will be available for all films. All movies rated PG

$2 admission $2 popcorn/drinks/candy

sensory-friendly screenings included.

Movie starts at 10AM. Doors open at 9:15AM

Pooler Cinemas, 425 Pooler Pkwy, Pooler, GA 31322

The 2026 GTC cheap summer movie line up is:

• The Bad Guys: June 2 & 4
• Smurfs: June 9 & 11
• KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & 18
• Dog Man: June 23 & 25
• Sing: June 30 & July 2
• GOAT — July 7 & 9
• The Pout-Pout Fish: July 14 & 16
• The SpongeBob Movie: July 21 & 23
• David: July 28 & 30

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Savannah

NCG Summer Camp Film Festival 2026 @ NCG Cinema Savannah in Victory Square shopping center on Skidaway Road.

$2 tickets. Add a Kids Mini Combo for $5 with your ticket.

Tickets are on sale now and they go FAST.

NCG Summer 2026 lineup includes:

Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, June 7-11

KPop Demon Hunters- Sing-A- Long: June 14-18

The Bad Guys 2: June 21–25

Charlie the Wonderdog: June 28–July 1

Hotel Transylvania 3: July 5–9

Sing: July 12–16

Goat: July 19–23

The Wild Robot: July 26–30

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Bluffton SC

Summer Kids Movie Series @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.

Wednesdays at 9:30am, June 1 through August 6. 

See the Summer 2026 schedule here.

$1.75 movies 9:30AM Wednesdays @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.

Located in: Berkeley Place 106 Buckwalter Pkwy, Bluffton, SC 29910

$1 OFF deals on kids’ snack packs and any size popcorn & drink combos during Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes. 

Cinemark 2026 Bluffton cheap summer’s movie line up is:

• Paddington (2015) — June 1–4
• Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) — June 8–11
• KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-Along — June 15–18
• Shrek Forever After — June 22–25
• The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants — June 29–July 2
• A Minecraft Movie — July 6–9
• Dog Man — July 13–16
• How to Train Your Dragon — July 20–23
• The Bad Guys 2 — July 27–30
• Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie — August 3–6

Free Juneteenth Family Day 2026 in Savannah

Saturday, June 13, Juneteenth Free Family Day returns to Telfair for the 19th year

Free admission to the Telfair Academy and Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters awaits local residents. Explore the new exhibition, Roots in the Rushes: African American Basketry of the Lowcountry and take part in activities and demos throughout the afternoon.

Specialized Juneteenth tours at the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters will pay tribute to Black craftsmanship and the impact it’s had on the nation.

Investment provided by the Americana Foundation and the City of Savannah.

Details here.

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JEA Camp Savannah 2026

Register for JEA Camp Savannah

With brand-new themes, exciting field trips, and nonstop fun, this summer is shaping up to be our BEST one yet!

From action-packed adventures to creative activities and unforgettable camp traditions, there’s something for everyone. Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait .

See what JEA Camp Savannah is all about here.

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Swim Lessons at JEA Savannah

Welcome to 2026 Summer Swim at the JEA.

Swim School, Jr Swim, and Private Lessons help every swimmer build skills, confidence, and have fun in the water!

Spots fill fast, register today online here.

JEA members enjoy 20% off all swim programs

Curious about membership? Stop by anytime for a tour and see what JEA has to offer you this summer!

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Summer Day Camps at Rise Gymnastics, Savannah

Rise Gymnastics Academy in Savannah is offering themed weekly summer camps for children ages 4 to 12 from late May through July 2026.

These high-energy camps include gymnastics instruction, obstacle courses, games, and crafts.

Camps run weekly with the following themes:

• May 26-29: Animal Kingdom
• June 1-5: Out of this World
• June 8-12: Disney
• June 15–19: Super Heroes
• June 22-26: Summer Splash
• July 6-10: Pixar Week
• July 13-17: Sports
• July 20-24: Mystery & Adventure
• July 27-31: Fantasy & Fairytales

Weekly Rate: $285 per week.Daily Drop-in: $60 per day.Daily Schedule: Options include Half Day (9AM-Noon) and Full Day (9AM-2PM)

Register through the Rise Gymnastics Academy Parent Portal.

Questions? Contact Rise Gymnastics 912-354-4343 or email frontdesk@risegymnasticsacademy.com

Georgia Tech Savannah Summer Camps 2026

Summer break is 10 weeks. Fill it with something that builds their future.

Send your child to camp at Georgia Tech-Savannah, week-long summer programs for rising 2nd–12th graders in engineering, robotics, coding, science, and more on a GT campus.

Small groups. Big learning.

June 1–July 17 | 8:30 AM–3 PM

$300–$350/week | Lunch included

Scholarships available

Early drop-off and late pick-up available

Spots fill every summer. 

Register now online here.

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Pediatric Associates of Savannah

Pediatrician searching in Savannah?

Check out Pediatric Associates of Savannah.

Pediatric Associates of Savannah offers pediatric appointments 365 days a year, including weekends and all holidays. Our physicians are on call 24 hours a day, and they attend daily at both Memorial University Medical Center and St. Joseph’s/Candler hospitals.

Pediatric Associates of Savannah makes it easier than ever to schedule a sick visit for your child up to a day in advance their online portal.

Learn more here.

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SouthCoast Pediatricians in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Rincon

Looking for a pediatrician?

Check out this parent review of SouthCoast Health, which has locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, and Rincon.

Learn more here. 

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Toddler Playdates for ages crawlers to age 5 at Savannah Sharks, Rincon

Come to Savannah Sharks gym in Rincon for a safe, fun playtime with your toddler (crawlers up to age 4)! Toddler Playdates are Fridays, 9-10:20AM & 10:30AM-Noon.

These “play dates” are unstructured playtime with age-appropriate toys, swings, slides, a bouncy house, and more.

It is a great way to get your child out of the house and around other children in a safe, clean and fun environment. 

​Text with questions at 912-308-3818 or email officesavsharks.com

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Camp discount for military, police, government, healthcare workers & educators

Buy 1, Get 1 Free Summer Day Camp discount for essential workers.

Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler offers weekly themed summer camps for ages 5–12 from May through July. The programs are held at their Pooler campus, featuring varied weekly topics such as STEM, arts, and life skills.

Register through the Advanced Academics Academy website.

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Specialty Summer Camps 2026 in Savannah

In addition to weekly day camps, JEA Camp Savannah offers specialty summer camps on certain weeks including Pokemon Academy and Masters.

June 8-12 2026, Academy. 8AM-Noon. Open to all rising 2nd-5th graders

July 6-10, Masters, 8AM-Noon. Open to all rising 3rd-10th graders.

If your camper loves art and wants more at camp, then this add-on specialty art camp is perfect for them! For a few hours, campers will focus on a different style of art each day.  They will be introduced to pottery, printmaking, decoupage, sculpting and 2 D design.

To register, visit JEA Camp Savannah then click on registration now open link, then click on Pokemon Academy or Masters.

June 8 – 12 “Pokemon Academy” (2nd – 5th)

Campers will dive into the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) by learning the basics, playing games, and competing in fun, friendly battles. Designed for beginners, this camp requires no prior experience, and all materials—including a complete deck and card sleeves—are provided. By the end of the week, campers will be ready to battle with confidence, make new friends, and level up their Pokémon journey.  (Minimum of 6 campers required.)

July 6 – 10  “Pokemon Masters” (3rd and Up)

At Pokémon Masters, advanced trainers take their skills to the next level! If you already know the basics of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), this is your chance to master deck strategies, make clutch decisions, and compete in exciting battles. Face off against other skilled players, learn powerful techniques, and sharpen your game in a fun but challenging environment. Bring your own deck and gear and get ready to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Pokémon Master!  (Minimum of 6 campers required.)

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Toddler Thursdays at Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Take time to check out the new Toddler Thursdays craft & storytime program @ Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

Thursdays May 28 and June 5, 9:30-10:30AM. New ocean theme each month.

For children ages 1-4.

Registration required. Sign up here.

Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.

Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission.

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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.

See the schedule above. Find details here.

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Alsies Ice Cream Summer Camps Truck Party, Savannah

Summer Camp = Summer SCOOPS!

Calling all summer camps, day camps, sports camps—and anyone who just loves sunshine:
invite the Alsies Ice Cream Truck to roll up and turn your day into a sweet memory!

Easy-Peasy Pricing
Every treat on our curated menu is just $5—kids pick fast, counselors chill, budgets stay happy.

We Handle the Fun

• Retro-cute truck + upbeat tunes
• Smiling scoop crew (and zero cleanup for you!)
• Insta-worthy moments in every cone & sammie

You Bring the Smiles
All you have to do is gather your campers and watch the excitement explode when the truck arrives!

Lock in your date before it melts away:
DM us or call/text 912-349-9733

alsies.com/coastalga

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Coastal Pediatrics in Savannah, Pooler

We’re loving the themed exam rooms at Coastal Pediatrics.

This beloved practice recently posted photos of the various Coastal Pediatrics exam rooms on their Facebook page. Check them out here.

Yet another reason patients love Coastal Pediatrics.

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Learn more here or call 912.353.7744

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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Chess Specialty Camp at JEA Camp Savannah

July 28 – August 1 “Chess Wizards” (1st – 6th)

Join us this week  for exciting chess lessons, fun games, and cool prizes! Power up your brain, make new friends, and compete in tournaments, team chess games, and puzzles with plenty of recess time too. Every camper gets a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. Get ready to make your summer a checkmate!  (Minimum of 6 campers required.)

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Kindermusik Playdate in Bloomingdale , Saturday, May 30, 10AM

You’re invited to a fast-paced musical adventure with Kindermusik Savannah on Saturday, May 30th, 10:30 am at Kindermusik studio in Bloomingdale.

Explore the lights, sights, and sounds of a day downtown in this exciting playdate theme. Dance to the rhythms of walking feet, twirl to the tolling of steeple bells, and slide to the glissandos of the elevators and escalators. From the busy stores to the friendly street stands, this Kindermusik playdate is packed with music and adventure!

Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!

Every enrolled child will get:
*A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
* Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home
* A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes

More details:
* For ages 0-7
* Multiple adult caregivers welcome
* Sibling discount!
* Held at the Kindermusik with 88 Keys studio in Bloomingdale

Sign up here.

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Summer Camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler

Summer is almost here and registration is officially OPEN for summer camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler .

There are 7 different summer camp themes available to choose from. Space is limited.

Camps are for children ages 5-10.

Sign up online here.

Camps include:

Edible STEAM Camp, June 1-5. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Can You BUILD It? Camp June 15-19. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Mad Science Camp June 22-26. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Big Wide World Camp June 29-July 3. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

ART-tastic Camp July 13-17 . 9AM-Noon. Register here.

CMOP Explorers Camp Jul y 20-24. 9AM-Noon. Our CMOP Explorers Camp offers an all day option until 3PM. Register here.

Just Pure FUN Camp! July 27-31, 9AM-Noon. Register here.

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SouthCoast Health

In 2026, SouthCoast Health proudly celebrates 30 years of caring for our community. Since opening our doors in 1996, the SouthCoast Health mission has remained the same: strive to serve as your partner for Total Wellness for Life™. 

From pediatrics to geriatrics, routine wellness visits to specialized care, and urgent care to surgery, SouthCoast Health coordinates care across specialties so patients can receive the right care at the right time without headaches or hassles.

To commemorate this milestone year, SouthCoast Health has created a special 30th anniversary seal.

Whether you are looking for a primary care doctor or a pediatrician, or another medical specialist, SouthCoast Health has you covered with its wide range of world-class healthcare services, available throughout the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 16 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hilton Head, Hinesville, and Statesboro. 

Learn more here.

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Public Health 4 Kidz Science Center, Savannah

Join Public Health 4 Kidz Science Center’s Round of Interest Meetings. This month is virtual. These meetings are a chance to:.
– Meet your family. Say hello and meet our team
– Share your interest in a homeschool science co-op
– Learn about the PH4KZ Experience
Choose the date and time that works best for your family:

Tuesday, May 12th at noon or 6PM

Thursday, May 14th at noon or 6PM

Complete this form and the link will be sent:
https://form.jotform.com/260978571442062

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Camp for rising kindergarten through rising 8th graders

Summer adventures are waiting at Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah.

There are still spots available for Oatland Island Summer Camps for rising Kindergarten through rising 8th graders! Campers will enjoy hands-on science activities, wildlife investigations, creative crafts, and unforgettable outdoor adventures all summer long.

Learn more and sign up here.

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