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Kids Skate Free in Atlanta 2013

May 10, 2013 By Amy 1 Comment

Roller skate is another fun activity to do with kids this Summer. With the heat index rising, visiting skate center in town is a great way to escape the heat. What even better is when you can do it for FREE. There are a few options for families in Atlanta area to take advantage of Kids Skate Free program. Don’t forget to check out our Summer Fun Guide in Atlanta With Kids for more ideas on fun things to do with kids this Summer.

Kids Skate Free in Atlanta 2013

Cumming: Let’s Roll Skate ‘n Fun Center

Place: Let’s Roll Skate ‘n Fun Center, 5065 Piney Grove Rd Cumming, Georgia 30040

Date: TBD

Free Skate time: TBD

Cost: FREE. Passes valid for children 12 years old and younger. Skate rentals $ extra. Can not be combined with any other offer. Can not be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

More info: Call 770 888-5000

Hiram: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Hiram

Place: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Hiram, 4054 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy

Date: May 25 – Aug 6, 2013

Free Skate time: Listed below are all the hours that the Kids Skate Free passes are accepted at this skating center.

Monday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Cost: FREE. Passes valid for children 10 years old and younger. Can not be combined with any other offer. Can not be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

More info: Call 770 943-4446

Kennesaw: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Kennesaw

Place: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Kennesaw, 1000 McCollum Pkwy.

Date: May 25 – Aug 6, 2013

Free Skate time: Listed below are all the hours that the Kids Skate Free passes are accepted at this skating center.

Monday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Cost: FREE. Passes valid for children 10 years old and younger. Can not be combined with any other offer. Can not be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

More Info: Call 770-428-3941

Lawrenceville: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Lawrenceville

Place: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Gwinnett, 1104 Grayson Hwy.

Date: summer 2013

Free Skate time: Listed below are all the hours that the Kids Skate Free passes are accepted at this skating center.

Wednesday: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thursday: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Cost: FREE. Passes valid for children 12 years old and younger. Can not be combined with any other offer. Can not be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

More Info: Call 770-963-0922

Smyrna: Sparkles Family Fun Centers of Smyrna

Place: Sparkles Family Fun Center of Smyrna, 666 Smyrna Hill Dr.

Date: May 24 – Aug 6, 2013

Free Skate time: Listed below are all the hours that the Kids Skate Free passes are accepted at this skating center.

Thursday: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Cost: FREE. Passes valid for children 12 years old and younger. Can not be combined with any other offer. Can not be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

More Info: 770-432-6222

Kids Bowl Free in Atlanta 2013: Free Bowling for Kids this Summer

May 10, 2013 By Amy Leave a Comment

Bowling is a great summer fun activity for the whole family especially during the hot summer days in Atlanta. Plus the cost for bowling for a family is more affordable than several other family activities. Now, it’s even a better choice when several bowling alleys in Atlanta metro area roll out the Kids Bowl Free summer programs.

We have compiled a list of places with free bowling for kids this summer for you. Put that on your calendar to enjoy fun family outing this summer.

Kids Bowl Free in Atlanta for Summer 2013

Conyers: AMF American Lanes

Free Bowling For Kids All Summer Long! At AMF, kids 15 and under can bowl for free all summer. Simply register and you’ll get a weekly voucher for two free games per child per day through September 3. Shoe rental is not included.

Place: AMF American Lanes: 885 Flat Shoals Rd., SE, Conyers GA 30094

Date: May 14 – Sept. 3, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Info: Register here. Free bowling available until 8 p.m., 7 days a week.

Cumming: Stars and Strikes

Kids will get 2 free bowling games from Mon-Sat all summer long at Stars and Strikes. Register and receive coupon for Kids Bowl Free coupons.

Place: Stars and Strikes Cumming: 133 Merchant Square, Cumming, GA, 30040

Date: Apr 15- Aug 31, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Info: Register here. Not good for use with daycare outings, camps, business or club outings, or birthday party celebrations. Purchased Family Passes are valid for use only during posted Kids Bowl Free times and when bowling with a Kids Bowl Free child from your family.

Dacula: Stars and Strikes

Kids will get 2 free bowling games from Mon-Sat all summer long at Stars and Strikes. Register and receive coupon for Kids Bowl Free coupons.

Place: Stars and Strikes Dacula: 1700 Winder Highway, Building 100, Located on the corner of 316 & Hwy29, Dacula, GA, 30019

Date: Apr 15- Aug 31, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Dallas: Stars and Strikes

Kids will get 2 free bowling games from Mon-Sat all summer long at Stars and Strikes. Register and receive coupon for Kids Bowl Free coupons.

Place: Stars and Strikes Dallas: 2400 Hiram/Acworth Highway, Dallas, GA, 30157

Date: Apr 15- Aug 31, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Decatur: Suburban Lanes

Kids (ages 16 & under) bowl two (2) Free Games per day on each Kids Bowl Free Day. Shoes not included. Offer excludes summer camps, recreation centers, groups, and reserved functions.

Place: Suburban Lanes: 2619 N Decatur Road, Decatur , GA, 30033

Date: Apr 1- Aug 31, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under *Call to verify. Site says 16 & under but registration page says 15 & under.

Kennesaw: Brunswick Zone

Students Bowl Free this Summer at Brunswick Zone. Students age 18 and younger get one free game of bowling everyday from Jun-Aug, 2013.

Place: Brunswick Zone XL Kennesaw: 775 Cobb Place Blvd., Kennesaw, GA 30144

Date: Jun – Aug, 2013

Age: Kids age 18 and under

Info: Register here.

Lawrenceville: Brunswick Zone

Students Bowl Free this Summer at Brunswick Zone. Students age 18 and younger get one free game of bowling everyday from Jun-Aug, 2013.

Place: Brunswick Zone Lilburn: 3835 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30044

Date: Jun – Aug, 2013

Age: Kids age 18 and under

Info: Register here.

Place: AMF Snellville Lanes: 2350 Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Snellville GA 30078

Date: May 14 – Sept. 3, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Info: Register here. Free bowling available until 8 p.m., 7 days a week.

Stone Mountain: Stars and Strikes

Kids will get 2 free bowling games from Mon-Sat all summer long at Stars and Strikes. Register and receive coupon for Kids Bowl Free coupons.

Place: Stars and Strikes Stone Mountain: 1741 Mountain Industrial Blvd., Stone Mountain, GA, 30083

Date: Apr 15- Aug 31, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Woodstock: AMF Woodstock Lanes

Place: AMF Woodstock Lanes: 108 Woodpark Blvd., Woodstock GA 30188

Date: May 14 – Sept. 3, 2013

Age: Kids age 15 and under

Info: Register here. Free bowling available until 8 p.m., 7 days a week.

Hope you will enjoy summer fun on a budget with this Kids Bowl Free program.

Mother’s Day Guide in Atlanta 2013

May 3, 2013 By Amy 1 Comment

Check out our Mother’s Day Guide in Atlanta 2013 to find fun things to do to celebrate the moms and grandmothers in your family. We have a variety of fun activities and events to suit all types of families

Mother’s Day Guide in Atlanta 2013

FREE: MOM-O-RAMA at Whole Food Market Ponce De Leon

The first 50 moms to stop by will get a gift bags full of goodies! Plus try some samples and visit with representatives from Midtown Family Wellness while you are here! See more info here.

Place: 650 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta Georgia 30308
Date: May 9, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: FREE for first 50 moms to stop by

FREE: Mother’s Day Doll Tea Party @ Pottery Barn Kids

Mothers and grandmothers are invited to join us for a special tea-time with their child. Put on your finest and bring a favorite doll or teddy bear in for an afternoon of refreshments and make a special felt flower bouquet for Mom or Grandma. Space is limited and pre-payment is required. Call your local store to reserve your spot today.

Place: Pottery Barn Kids store, Lenox Mall, 3393 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Date: May 11, 2013
Time: 3 pm & 4 pm
Cost: $10 per child (Age 4 and up)

FREE: Sweetheart’s Frame @ Lowe’s Build & Grow Kids Clinic

Mother’s Day is right around the corner! This Sweetheart Frame makes the perfect gift!

Place: Lowe’s Build & Grow Kids Clinic
Date: May 10, 2013
Time: 10AM
Cost: FREE. See site to register.

FREE: Mother’s Day Card Crafft @ American Girl Atlanta

Show Mom she’s loved! Your girl can make Mother’s Day extra-special by decorating a pretty card and matching envelope, then adding a special message to Mom on the inside.

Place: AmericanGirl Store, North Point Mall, 1202 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Date: May 12, 2013
Time: 1 pm – 3 pm
Cost: FREE and open to public. For girls ages 8 and up. See site for more info.

FREE: Mother’s Day Crafts @ Michaels Stores

Celebrate Mother’s Day with various crafts projects at Michaels stores. There are several in the month of May for Mother’s Day crafts from Mother’s Day handprint keepsake and Mother’s Day coupon book.

Place: Michaels Stores. See site for store locations and more info.
Date: May 6-7, 2013
Time: 5PM – 7PM
Cost: FREE Family Craft Time & some with purchase.

FOOD: Mother’s Day Tea for Tot Cooking Class at Whole Food Market Alpharetta

Mom will love the thought and care the littlest hands put into preparing her special meal. Students will prepare small bites that are the traditional elements of a proper English tea, and then enjoy tasting the recipes with their special guest.

MENU: Herbed Cucumber Cream Cheese Canapés; Currant Scones with Jam and Honey Butter; and Fresh Fruit Kabobs with Mango-Ginger Sauce. Lemonade and spiced tea will be served.

There are different age ranges & times. See site more info here.

Must register! $19 per child

Place: 1180 Upper Hembree Rd, Roswell Georgia 30076
Date: May 11, 2013
Time: Varied
Cost: $19 per child

FOOD: Mother’s Day Brunch @American Girl Atlanta

Celebrate Mom at American Girl! Join us for a special Mother’s Day brunch, then enjoy exploring the world of American Girl together.

Reservations required; call toll-free 877-247-5223. For girls ages 3 and up. See site for more info.

Place: American Girl Store, North Point Mall, 1202 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Date: May 12, 2013
Time: 9:30AM
Cost: $14.50 per person (gratuity and sales tax not included)

FOOD: Just Mom and Me @American Girl Atlanta

It’s time for mother-daughter day! You’ll enjoy a special meal, make a paper family tree, and even sign a “mother-daughter promise” to keep creating memories. Includes a keepsake photo and frame, plus an American Girl book to take home.

For girls ages 8 and up. Reservations required; call toll-free 877-247-5223. See site for more info.

Place: American Girl Store, North Point Mall, 1202 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Date: May 10, 2013
Time: Available during bistro hours.
Cost: $38 per person (sales tax included)

FOOD: Mother’s Day Brunch @ Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium is thrilled to offer our Annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Whale sharks, manta rays and beluga whales provide a memorable backdrop as guests dine in the Aquarium’s breathtaking Oceans Ballroom.

Entry for this event will be through the main entrance. Seating will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. at the Oceans Ballroom entrance located in the Recognition Rotunda of the Aquarium.

Guests may explore the Aquarium before and after the event at a special discounted rate. The general admission and member price for Mother’s Day Brunch includes access to all of the Aquarium exhibits, AT&T Dolphin Tales show, Deepo’s Undersea 3D Wondershow and Frogs: A Chorus of Colors.

Place: Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Street Northwest, Atlanta, GA
Date: May 12, 2013
Time: 11AM
Cost: Adults & Seniors – $66.95, Children (3-12) – $41.95 ( Prices include general admission.) Additional discount for members.

EVENT: Gardens for Connoisseurs @ Atlanta Botanical Garden

From grand estates to “gardener’s gardens,” the 2013 Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour showcases eleven spectacular private gardens representing the finest in garden design. Both gardening enthusiasts and the “garden curious” will delight in exploring exquisite design and enchanting planting ideas by talented landscape architects, garden designers, and local gardeners.

This year the Tour includes bonus admission to the Decorators’ Show House exterior gardens and discounted $15 admission to the interior house on May 11 and 12.

The Tour is an annual Mother’s Day Weekend tradition since 1984 with proceeds benefitting the Garden.

Place: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA30309
Date: May 11-12, 2013
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Cost: $25 Advance Tickets. $30 Day of Tour, $10 Individual Garden Admission, Children under 12 Free

EVENT: Baby and Child Expo @ The Fox Theatre

This is THE premier party for expectants and new parents in Atlanta, referred to as “the best baby expo event we’ve attended” by The Bump magazine’s area representatives. You’ll find “all things baby” for new moms and moms-to-be, as well as their friends & family.

Event highlights include great giveaways of nursery furniture, strollers, and more, relaxing mommy pampering, maternity fashion show, baby gear runway, and Cravings Corner!

Place: The Fox Theatre – Atlanta | 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Date: May 11, 2013
Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Cost: From $20-$40. Enter for a chance to win free ticket from our tickets giveaway.

EVENT: Medieval Mother’s Day @Medieval Times

Treat mom like a Queen on Mother’s Day weekend at Medieval Times. FREE for all mothers with purchase of one full-priced adult.

Place: Medieval Times, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville,GA
Date: May 7-12, 2013
Time: Check for showtimes
Cost: FREE for all mothers with purchase of one full-priced adult

How do you celebrate Mother’s Day?

Tickets Giveaway to Atlanta Baby and Child Expo 2013

May 3, 2013 By Amy Leave a Comment

Calling all new parents or expectant parents in Atlanta area, the Atlanta Baby and Child Expo event is back and you can get a chance to win tickets to attend here.

Atlanta Baby and Child Expo 2013 Information:

What: THE premier event for expecting and new parents in the Southeast. We bring in the ultimate in parenting and baby products and professionals. It’s an elite experience, intimate in setting and not overwhelming. It’s a party for YOU, the expectant, the new parent, the grandparent and the supporting cast of family and friends.

This event features a Maternity Fashion Show, Red Carpet Photos of attendees as they enter, a Stroller Trial Track, Cravings Corner and so
much more!

Where: Fox Theatre Ballrooms, 660 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

When: May 11th, 11am-3pm (VIP ticket holders get early entry, starting at 10:30am)

Tickets Giveaway:

How: Follow the instruction and enter to win a set of tickets to Atlanta Baby and Child Expo 2013

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Family Deal: Zoo Atlanta Coupons from Groupon

April 25, 2013 By Amy Leave a Comment

Looking for Zoo Atlanta coupons? You are in luck!

Groupon is currently running a deal for Zoo Atlanta tickets at half price. This Zoo Atlanta deal is perfect for summer time because the ticket will not expire until December 2013.

Zoo Atlanta is one of the family favorite Atlanta attraction. A typical journey through the zoo begins at Flamingo Plaza, from which visitors can choose one of two paths: They either take the left path and come face to face with elephants, warthogs, and lions, or they can choose the right and find themselves amid a flurry of exotic birds and excitable children at the KidZone playground. Visitors can walk at their own pace and follow their own path, still watching otters play, the nation’s largest zoological collection of gorillas and orangutans swing through trees, and pandas pretend like they don’t care people are watching them sleep.

Zoo Atlanta Coupons from Groupon

Place: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue Southeast, Atlanta , Atlanta, Georgia 30315

Deal: $20 for Admission for Two (Up to $43.98 Value) at Zoo Atlanta

Purchase: Groupon.com

About Groupon Deal Site

Groupon is the leading daily deal site launched in November 2008. Groupon features a daily deal on the best stuff to do, see, eat, and buy in 48 countries, and soon beyond (read: Space). With deals typically offer at deep discount from 50-70% off, Groupon provides customers with ways to enjoy life on a cheap. To receive daily deals, you have to sign up for FREE account that will allow you to log in and see what deals offer today. Sign up here to start saving: Groupon.com

Have you purchased your Zoo Atlanta deals yet?

Don’t wait because the offer will expire soon!

Build-A-Bear Workshop Grand Opening at Mall of Georgia

April 23, 2013 By Amy Leave a Comment

For parents with kids, most probably have heard or known about Build-A-Bear workshop especially one in Alpharetta. Good news for families in the North metro area because Build-A-Bear workshop is opening a newly imagined store in Buford, Ga. at Mall of Georgia on April 26. The store is enhanced with innovative technology to provide a richer, more interactive experience for Guests.

Here what they said about the newly designed store.

Guests who visit the new store will see a noticeable change to the company’s trademarked stuffed animal-making experience including:

An interactive storefront that is enabled by Microsoft’s Kinect technology and interactive touch elements. Guests can play games and view the latest product offerings as they enter the store.
The Love Me station allows Guests to customize their furry friends with special personality attributes displayed as emoticons on an interactive table. Using Samsung’s SUR40 with Microsoft^® PixelSense™ technology, Guests add unique traits – like brave, silly, and smart – to their red satin heart, which is added to their stuffed animal during the Stuff Me process.
The Hear Me station features an assortment of high quality sounds that can be added to stuffed animals. Using an interactive touch screen, Guests can select and load popular hits from current music, sounds, or their own voice onto a chip to further personalize their stuffed animal.
The Fluff Me station features a digital bath tub enabled by Samsung’s SUR40 with Microsoft^®PixelSense^™ technology. The tub magically recognizes the items as they are placed on it and reacts with sensory effects such as virtual bubbles that appear when play soap is placed on the “water surface.”
The Name Me station, where Guests use a viewfinder or “Bear-O-Scope” to reveal the special attributes they added to their stuffed animal. At Name Me, Guests also create a one-of-a-kind birth certificate that includes a photo of their new furry friend.

Through these interactive elements, Guests can personalize the bear-making process and have a different experience each time they visit. The store includes a number of technology platforms that enable Build-A-Bear Workshop to continue to update the store experience. Similar to how one might download a new app to a mobile device, the company is able to update the stations inside the store with interactive experiences that are relevant to certain product launches and seasons.

Also you can help the local charity during their grand opening day on Friday, April 26, 2013.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Grand Opening Celebration

Special ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening with Phillip Beard, Representatives from Challenged Child and Friends, and Dave Finnegan
Local children making bears to be donated to Challenged Child and Friends, which will help distribute the bears to local children in need of a teddy bear hug.
First 100 Guests invited to make a special bear for free to be donated to Challenged Child and Friends.
Family-friendly entertainment throughout the day, including appearances by Bearemy^®, the Build-A-Bear Workshop mascot.

Place: Build-A-Bear Workshop, Mall of Georgia, 3333 Buford Dr Buford, GA 30519

Date: Friday, April 26th, 2013 at 10AM

We will check out the new store on Saturday. Maybe we can see some of our readers there?

Atlanta With Kids: 13 Things to Do in Atlanta before You’re 13

April 15, 2013 By Amy 1 Comment

For parents of newborn, toddler and preschooler, I have one advice, enjoy every moment (the good, the bad and the sleepless). It’s true when they said times fly. I still remember when we first moved to Atlanta when our kids were in preschool how every weekend was a fun new adventure for us to go out and explore what this great city has to offer. Fast forward a few years later, when our weekend activities are filled with friend’s birthday parties and sport activities. And now my older daughter will go to middle school this coming school year. Soon before I knew it, she will be a teenager!

Those fun adventures are great memory we created as a family but don’t take it for grant. Some activities are fun for kids in certain age. Once they get older, they are less likely to enjoy them.

So here are our list of 13 things to do in Atlanta before your kids turn 13. You can also click to download printable pdf file to take along with you on the outing or put it up on your fridge.

13 Things to Do in Atlanta before You’re 13

1. Play, learn and explore at Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Children’s museum of Atlanta is an awesome place for kids from toddler to age 6. After that, it will be harder to hold their interest. But younger kids will be in awe and love to explore every inch of this great Atlanta attraction.

2. Build sand castle and swim at Buford Dam park beach

Most kids love swimming. What could be more fun than spending a beautiful afternoon on the beach and building sand castle. The Buford Dam Park Beach is a great way to escape for family that doesn’t involve a long car ride and crazy expensive admission price to water parks. Yet kids can still have fun in the water.

3. Make a puppet at Center for Puppetry Art

Center for Puppetry Art is a great place for a fun day indoor where kids will enjoy puppet show, learn about puppet history and even make their own puppet creation. The center has been a great destination for school field trips.

4. Taste soft drinks from around the world at World of Coca-Cola

Ok. This visit might still bode well even when your kids are well into their teen years. Who doesn’t want to try out all your heart or your mom will allow soda from Coca-Cola. But the World of Coca-Cola is not all about free drinks, kids will also enjoy meeting the polar bear, watch 4-D movie and see the factory. Our kids still beg us to go back there again.

5. Pick your own fruits at local U-Pick farms

Kids love to do things on their own. It makes them feel like an adult. So picking your own fruits is one of the best family activity. Luckily in Atlanta metro area we have several u-pick farms for all season from pick-your-own apples farms in Fall to strawberry picking in Spring.

6. Watch movie under the star at outdoor summer movie series

Summer can be stressful for parents to try to fill up the day of kids complaining about being bored at home. The outdoor summer movie series is a great way to chase away those boredom in the house. Pack up the car with lawn chairs and some snack and the whole family will enjoy a movie night under the star.

7. Eat cotton candy and funnel cake at Atlanta Dogwood festival

Spring festivals in Atlanta is fun and perfect for families. Cotton candy, hotdog, funnel cake and italian ice are some of food you can easily find at the festival. And one of the most popular festival in Atlanta, Dogwood festival, has a bit of everything and more for the whole families.

8. Learn to build at Home Depot Kids Workshop or Lowe’s Build & Grow

This might be the only time parents can feel at ease letting their kids handle real hammer and nail. The Home Depot Kids’ Workshop and Lowe’s Build & Grow offer free workshops for kids on the weekend.

9. Hike up to top of the fall at Amicalola Falls

Hiking with kids might sound like a lot of work especially if you are not outdoor type person (like me). But a visit to Amicalola Falls will give anyone even the novice in hiking the sense of accomplishment and the joy of reaching the top the falls. If you are not sure about hiking for the first time, you can cheat a little bit and drive up to the parking lot where all you have to do just walk on a short trail to the top of the falls. Baby step!

10. Watch airplanes take off at Dekalb Peachtree Airport playground

There is something about seeing a huge metal thing flying out into the sky that mesmerizing to kids especially boys. The Dekalb Peachtree airport playground is a great place to let them run and play while spotting aircraft taking off and landing nearby.

11. Tour the farm at Cagle’s Family Farm

Kids love animal. It’s the fact. A visit to local farm like Cagle’s Family Farm is fun and entertaining for kids. They will meet farm animals and maybe even learn how to milk the cow.

12. Cool down with water fountain at the Centennial Olympic Park

There are several splash pad and water fountains around town but the most recognized one for Atlanta metro is none other than the Centennial Olympic Park. It’s just something you have to experience once. It was fun for kids to run through the rings of fountain. But be warned, there is very little to no shade around the fountain so bring the umbrella.

13. Meet the dinosaur at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Fernbank Museum of Natural History has a lot to offer more than just the dinosaur that greets everyone as we enter the museum. With multi-level of learning and fun for kids to explore including IMAX movie and special exhibition that changes on a regular basis, kids can spend hours in there.

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Blueberry Picking in Atlanta: Guide to Pick Your Own Blueberries Farms

April 15, 2013 By Amy 2 Comments

Look for guide to blueberry picking farms in Atlanta and North Georgia area? You have come to the right place. We have compiled a list of pick your own blueberries farms in Atlanta and the surrounding area for you.

Blueberry picking is another family fun activity that kids will enjoy.

Guide to Blueberry Picking in Atlanta

Adams Farm

Address: 1486 Georgia Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, Georgia 30214
Phone: 770-461-9395
Date & Hour: April 1st and ends mid-July. 9:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Saturday
More Info: Check website http://www.adamsfarmfayettevillega.com/About_Our_Farm.html

Berry Patch Farms

Address: 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA
Phone: 770-926-0561
Date & Hour: TBA. 8 AM – 9 PM
More Info: Check website http://www.berrypatchfarms.net/index.htm

The Blueberry Farm

Address: 1363 Highway 151, LaFayette, Georgia 30728
Phone: 706-638-0908
Date & Hour: early July – late August. 7:00 am – 9:00 pm, Monday – Tuesday & Thursday – Sunday
More Info: Check website https://www.theblueberryfarm.com

Cool Springs Blueberry Farm and Nursery

Address: 5975 Smith Mill Road, Gainesville, Ga 30506
Phone: 770-535-7350
Date & Hour: Mid June. Call for hours & availability
More Info: Check website http://u-pickblueberries.webstarts.com/index.html

The Dacula Briar Patch

Address: 2503 Cammie Wages Road, Dacula, Georgia 30019
Phone: 770-962-4990
Date & Hour: Second week of June. 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Tuesday to Saturday
More Info: Check website https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Dacula-Briar-Patch/165015433521143

DJ’s U-Pick Blueberry Farm

Address: 1839 Prospect Road, Lawrenceville, Ga 30043
Phone: 678-442-7853
Date & Hour: TBA. 8am – 7pm Monday through Saturday
More Info: Check website http://u-pickblueberries.webstarts.com/index.html

Fleeman’s U-Pick Blueberries

Address: 716 Harrison Mill Road, Winder, GA. 30680
Phone: 770-867-3420
Date & Hour: TBA. Call for hours & availability
More Info: Check website http://www.fleemansblueberries.com/index.html

Gardner Farms

Address: 3192 Hwy. 42, Locust Grove, Georgia 30248
Phone: 770-957-4912
Date & Hour: TBA. Call for hours & availability
More Info: Check website http://www.Gardner-Farm.com

Hard Labor Creek Blueberry Farm

Address: 38 Knox Chapel Road, Social Circle, Georgia 30025
Phone: 770-464-2412
Date & Hour: TBA. Call for hours & availability
More Info: Check website https://sites.google.com/site/hlcblueberries/

Roberts’ Family Farm

Whippoorwill Hollow Farm

Address: 3905 Hwy 138, Covington, GA 30014
Phone: 678-625-3272
Date & Hour: Mid June thru August. Call for hours & availability

Yule Forest Hwy 155

Address: 3565 Hwy 155 North, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281
Phone: 770-954-9356
Date & Hour: June 10th. 7a.m.- dark, 7 days a week
More Info: Check website http://www.aboutyule.com/blueberry-picking/

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Farmers Markets in Atlanta

April 11, 2013 By Amy 4 Comments

Spring is here and that means many local favorite farmers markets in Atlanta are open for business. Shopping at the farmers market is not only can help promote sustainable farms and local businesses but also a fun activity that a family can do together. We love to shop at the local farmers market for fresh produce and help support local businesses. Fortunately, here in Atlanta metro area we have several choices to choose from.

Please feel free to contact us if we miss out on your favorite farmer markets on our list.

Farmers Markets in Atlanta

Alpharetta: Alpharetta Farmers Market

Place: Downtown Alpharetta, Main Street, Alpharetta, GA
Date: Every Saturday(from May-October)
Time: 8AM-12:30PM
Contact Info: Alpharetta Farmers Market

Atlanta: Brookhaven Farmers Market

Place: In the parking lot behind HAVEN and Valenza Restaurants, 1441 Dresden Drive, Atlanta, GA 30319
Date: Every Saturday (from May-December)
Time: 9AM – 1PM
Contact Info: Brookhaven Farmers Market

Atlanta: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Place: Village Hardware, 1231 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA
Date: Every Thursday (from May-November)
Time: 4PM – 8PM
Contact Info: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Atlanta: East Lake Farmers Market

Place: 2nd Ave and Hosea L Williams Dr, Atlanta, GA
Date: Every Saturday (from May-October)
Time: 9AM – 1PM
Contact Info: East Lake Farmers Market

Atlanta: Morningside Farmers’ Market

Place: 1393 N. Highland Ave, Atlanta, GA
Date: Every Saturday(Year-round)
Time: Summer: 7:30AM-11:30AM; Winter: 8AM-11:30AM
Contact Info: Morningside Farmers’ Market

Atlanta: Peachtree Road Farmers Market

Place: Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA
Date: Every Saturday (from April-December)
Time: 8:30AM-12PM
Contact Info: Peachtree Road Farmers Market

Atlanta: Piedmont Green Market

Place: Piedmont Park, 400 Park Drive, NE, Atlanta, GA
Date: Every Saturday (from May-December)
Time: 9AM – 1PM
Contact Info: Piedmont Park Green Market

Cumming: Brookwood Farmers’ Market

Place: Caney Creek Preserve, Caney Road, Cumming , GA
Date: Every Friday (From May-September)
Time: 4PM-8PM
Contact Info: Brookwood Farmers’ Market

Decatur: Decatur Saturday Farmers Market

Place: Across from Dekalb Courthouse, 498 N McDonough St, Decatur, GA
Date: Every Saturday (Year-round)
Time: 9AM – 12PM
Contact Info: Decatur Farmers Market

Decatur: Decatur Wednesday Farmers Market

Place: Bank of America Parking Lot, 163 Clairemont Ave., Decatur, GA
Date: Every Wednesday (Year-round)
Time: Summer: 4PM-7PM; Winter: 3PM-6PM
Contact Info: Decatur Farmers Market

Dunwoody: Dunwoody Green Market

Place: Dunwoody Village Post Office Parking lot,1551 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Dunwoody, GA
Date: Every Wednesday (from April-December)
Time: 8AM-12PM
Contact Info: Dunwoody Green Market

Kennesaw: Kennesaw Farmers Market

Place: Adams Park soccer field parking lot (2753 Watts Drive, in front of the Community Center)
Date: Every Tuesday (Till end of summer)
Time: 7AM-1PM
Contact Info: Kennesaw Farmers Market

Lawrenceville: Lawrenceville Farmers Market

Place: The Square Downtown Lawrenceville, 20 South Clayton Street, Lawrenceville, GA
Date: Every Saturday (From June-October)
Time: 8AM-12PM
Contact Info: Lawrenceville Farmers Market

Lilburn: Lilburn Farmers’ Market

Place: Village of Lilburn, Greenway Trail Parking Lot, Lilburn, GA 30047
Date: Every Friday(Jun – August)
Time: 4PM-8PM
Contact Info: Lilburn Farmers’ Market

Marietta: Marietta Square Farmers Market

Place: Historic Marietta Square, Church St. Marietta, GA
Date: Every Saturday(from May-November)
Time: 9AM-12PM
Contact Info: Marietta Square Farmers Market

Norcross: Whistle Stop Farmer’s Market

Place: Thrasher Park, 1 Park Drive Northwest, Norcross, GA
Date: Every Tuesday (from June – October)
Time: 4PM – 8PM
Contact Info: Whistle Stop Farmer’s Market

Suwanee: Suwanee Farmers Market

Place: Town Center Park, 370 Buford Highway Northwest, Suwanee, GA
Date: Every Tuesday & Saturday (From May-October)
Time: Tue: 4PM-7PM; Sat: 8AM-Noon
Contact Info: Suwanee Farmers Market

Tucker: Tucker Farmers Market

Place: 2333 Main St. , Tucker, GA 30084
Date: Every Thursday (From April 4 – December 19)
Time: 4PM-8PM
Contact Info: Tucker Farmers Market

Woodstock: Woodstock Farmers Market

Place: Downtown Woodstock, located at the public parking lot on Towne Lake Pkwy at the corner of Towne Lake Pkwy & Main S, Woodstock, GA
Date: Every Saturday (From May – October)
Time: 8:30AM-11:30AM
Contact Info: Woodstock Farmers Market

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Earth Day in Atlanta 2013 with Kids

April 9, 2013 By Amy 3 Comments

Earth Day is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. April 22, 1970 marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement. And this year we celebrate 43th annual celebration of Earth Day. Come out and join the celebration for Earth Day in Atlanta 2013 with our list for various activities and events around town to celebrate Earth Day with kids

Earth Day in Atlanta 2013

Earth Day Kids Fest 2013 @ Chattahoochee Nature Center

Come celebrate Earth Day at Chattahoochee Nature Center – Earth Day Kids Fest. There will be family entertainment by Laughing Pizza, face painting, food for the family and many more.

Place: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road Roswell, GA 30075
Date: April 13, 2013
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Cost: FREE with Admission. $10 Adults, $6 Children, Children 2 and under FREE. Be a Planeteer—Ride your Bike from home to CNC and get in FREE!
Info: http://www.chattnaturecenter.org

Earth Day Celebration 2013 @ Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech’s annual Earth Day Celebration is one of the most highly anticipated campus events during spring semester. The event is free and open to the public, and features 70 exhibitors, ecofriendly giveaways, recycling opportunities, a clothing swap, an office supply exchange, live music, a green market, free organic popcorn and more. This is one of the largest Earth Day celebrations in the southeast.

Place: Georgia Tech – Tech Walk, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 19, 2013
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Cost: FREE
Info: http://earthday.gatech.edu/

Milton Earth Day Festival 2013 @ Milton

Get ready to celebrate our planet and the many fun things we can do to keep it healthy. This fourth annual Earth Day Festival is shaping up to be the best ever! Held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in beautiful Crabapple at Friendship Community Park, this year’s festival features food, family friendly entertainment, environmental vendors, and much more. Parking is available at Crabapple First Baptist Church.

Place: Friendship Community Park , 12785 Birmingham Highway, Milton, GA
Date: April 20, 2013
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: FREE
Info: http://www.cityofmiltonga.us

Earth Day 2013 @ Woodstock

This year Woodstock has combined several exciting events into one even better one!!! Greenstock Day, Earth Day and the Keep America Beautiful Great American Clean-up are all being celebrated at the same time on Saturday, April 20th. Waste Management and Reworx will be on-site collecting electronics, batteries, cell phones, and CFL bulbs. There will even be a shredder there for old documents. After you unload your recyclables come join the party at the Gazebo. There will be vendors and inflatables,crafts and games for the kids. All while listening to wonderful tunes from a live band.

Place: The Park at City Center, Woodstock, GA 30188
Date: April 20, 2013
Time: 9:00 AM?-?2:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Info: http://www.woodstockga.gov

Earth Day Celebration 2013 @ Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center

The Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center believes that the wonders of our Earth should be celebrated every day, but the Center is getting in on the fun of Earth Day too! Come explore the science of sustainability in our green building. Activities include: Guided Hikes, Green Building Tours, Scavenger Hunt for Kids, Games, Crafts, Face Painting, Organic Popcorn, Family Fun, Worm Discoveries. Meet Owlbert–the Great Horned Owl for a special presentation at 11am only.. This is a great day to check out the Peanuts…Naturally exhibit with Charlie Brown and the gang before it’s gone!

Place: Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford, GA 30519
Date: April 20, 2013
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: FREE with admission
Info: https://gwinnettehc.org

Earth Day Celebration 2013 @ Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Earth Day is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. April 22, 1970 marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement. Approximately 20 million Americans participated in the first Earth Day. Join the Imaginators for a special reading of The EARTH Book by Todd Parr and then make Earth Day Characters from reusable plastic water bottles.

Place: Children’s Museum of Atlanta, 275 Centennial Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Date: April 20, 2013
Time: Saturday: 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM, Sunday: 3:00 PM
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: http://www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org

Earth Day Celebration 2013 @ Fernbank Museum of Natural History

As one of Atlanta’s top resources for environmental programming and education, Fernbank Museum of Natural History is offering a variety of ways to celebrate Earth Day. Programs will be held over several days to accommodate weekend schedules. Some of the programs are:

Fernbank Forest Explorations on Saturday, April 20 at 10 am, 11am, 1pm and 2pm. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of springtime on a guided walk through Fernbank Forest with Fernbank educators, presented in celebration of Earth Day. Activity stations along the way will help your family explore topics such as water quality, native biodiversity, animals, and more. Tours begin in the Museum Lobby and last approximately 1.5 hours. Recommended for ages 8 and up. There are no rest rooms or water fountains in the forest, so please plan accordingly. Participants must remain with the group for the duration of the program.
Weekend Wonders: Earth Day on Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, 2013. Enjoy family-friendly activities that celebrate Earth Day

Place: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
Date: April 20-21, 2013
Time: Museum hours
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: http://www.fernbankmuseum.org

Earth Day 2013 @ Atlanta Botanical Garden

Celebrate the Earth at the Garden! From ladybug releases to crafts to learning about the Garden¹s conservation programs, there is something for everyone.

Place: Atlanta Botanical Garden , 1345 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 21, 2013
Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

Decatur Earth Day Festival 2013 @ Oakhurst Community Garden Project

The City of Decatur, in partnership with the Oakhurst Community Garden Project, will be holding its annual Decatur Earth Day Festival (DEDF) on Sunday, April 21, 2013, 1-4 p.m. at the Oakhurst Community Garden Project at the corner of Oakview and South McDonough. The celebration will kick off with a pirate led pARRRade that will go from Harmony Park to the Oakhurst GARRRden site, beginning at 12:30 pm. We have an exciting array of events planned for children, youth and adults and include, for example: FREE Pirate Themed ARRRTS & Crafts for Kids, over 40 Vendors, LIVE Music by the Law and Runedog, special Earth Day T-shirt contest, world Famous Cake Contest (pirated themed of course), recycling services for small electronics and batteries, and MORE!

Place: Oakhurst Community Garden Project, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur, GA 30030
Date: April 21, 2013
Time: 1:00 pm -4:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Info: http://wyldecenter.org

Earth Day 2013 @ Pottery Barn Kids

Visit Pottery Barn Kids stores on Earth Day and receive a packet of sunflower seeds from PBK and National Geographic.

Place: Barn Kids Stores, 441 16th Street, NW, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 20-21, 2013
Time: Regular store hour
Cost: FREE
Info: http://www.potterybarnkids.com

Party for the Planet 2013 @ Zoo Atlanta

There’s one special someone in the solar system who’s near and dear to all 7 billion of us: Earth! We’ve all got to share her – celebrate our gifts of water, land and air with a dynamic day packed with family fun. Party for the Planet is FREE for Zoo Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission. Check your Zoo map for more info on activities and locations.

Place: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 21, 2013
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: http://www.zooatlanta.org

Earth Day 2013 @ Tellus Science Museum

Earth Day blooms at Tellus with unique educational activities for students, home schoolers, and lifelong learners. Come to the solar circle to make your very own UV bead bracelet! Students will learn about recycling, make a frog visor, design their own Earth Day bookmark, and make their own recycled paper plant pot into which they can plant a gingko tree seed!

Place: Tellus Science Museum , 100 Tellus Drive, Cartersville, GA
Date: April 22, 2013
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: http://tellusmuseum.org

Fayette County Earth Day 2013 @ Peachtree City

Join us for the 6th Annual Fayette County Earth Day Festival featuring fun and educational activities for the family and an opportunity for Fayette County citizens to come together for the common good of the environment. This year’s Festival includes educational presentations & exhibits to help you learn about building a sustainable society, green Market vendors with eco-friendly products and services, live Entertainment, food, and games & crafts for children of all ages and there will be a Scavenger Hunt with Prizes!!

Place: Shakerag Knoll , 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City, GA
Date: April 27, 2013
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Cost: FREE
Info: http://www.fayettecoearthday.org/