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Atlanta Summer Camps Guide: Sport Camps for Sporty Kids

April 11, 2012 By Amy 2 Comments

There is definitely no shortage on sport activities for kids all year round in Atlanta metro area. So there is no surprise that we have a big list of sport summer camps in Atlanta for kids.

Sport Summer Camps Guide in Atlanta 2012

Check out below our basic listing of sport summer camps offering in Atlanta metro area. This guide will update regularly as we find more sport summer camps in the area so check back often to see the update or sign up for our email newsletter to get the update via email.

Camp directors & owners, if you are interested in an expanded, featured listing, which includes premium placement, please also contact info@atlantawithkid.com or via our contact form.

Click on this link to go directly to each section on this guide:

Basketball Camps

Atlanta Hawks Basketball Camps

Program: Atlanta Hawks Basketball Camps
Date: One-week camp from May 28 – Jun 22, 2012
Location: Various locations (Acworth, Austell, Cumming, Dacula, Decatur, Kennesaw, Lilburn, Marietta, Milton, Stone Mountain, Suwanee)
Link: Atlanta Hawks Basketball Camps

Nike Basketball Camps with Elite Hoops Basketball

Program: Nike Basketball Camps
Date: One-week camp from May 29 – Aug 3, 2012
Location: Various locations (Atlanta, Alpharetta, Cumming, Lithonia, Marietta, Norcross, Peachtree City, Roswell, Watkinville)
Link: Nike Basketball Camps with Elite Hoops Basketball

Rising Stars Hoops Basketball Camps

Program: Rising Stars Hoops Basketball Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Various locations (Atlanta, Alpharetta, Cumming, Dunwoody, Marietta)
Link: Rising Stars Hoops Basketball Camps

Brian Gregory Boys Basketball Camps at Georgia Tech

Program: Brian Gregory Boys Basketball Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 4 – Jun 25, 2012
Location: Georgia Tech Campus Recreation Center, Atlanta
Link: Brian Gregory Boys Basketball Camps

MaChelle Joseph Girl Basketball Camps at Georgia Tech

Program: MaChelle Joseph Girl Basketball Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 25, 2012
Location: Georgia Tech Campus Recreation Center, Atlanta
Link: MaChelle Joseph Girl Basketball Camps

Baseball Camps

Gwinnett Braves Youth Baseball Camps

Program: Gwinnett Braves Youth Baseball Camps
Date: Three-Days camp from Jun 18 – Jun 25, 2012
Location: Coolray Field, Buford
Link: Gwinnett Braves Youth Baseball Camps

Emory Baseball Camps

Program: Emory Baseball Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 4 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Emory University, Atlanta
Link: Emory Baseball Camps

EBC Academy Baseball Summer Camps

Program: EBC Academy Baseball Summer Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2012
Location: EBC Academy, Marietta
Link: EBC Academy Baseball Summer Camps

Danny Hall Baseball Camps at Georgia Tech

Program: Danny Hall Baseball Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 12, 2012
Location: Wills Park in Alpharetta & Georgia Tech Campus Recreation Center
Link: Danny Hall Baseball Camps

Football Camps

Kids and Pros Youth Football Summer Camps

Program: Kids and Pros Youth Football Summer Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2012
Location: Various locations (Atlanta, Cumming, Roswell, Rome)
Link: Kids and Pros Youth Football Summer Camps

Offense-Defense Football Camps

Program: Offense-Defense Football Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 3 – 6, 2012
Location: Oglethorpe University
Link: Offense-Defense Football Camps

Gymnastics & Cheerleading Camps

Atlanta Gymnastics Center

Program: Gymnastics Day Camps @ Atlanta Gymnastics Center
Date: One-week camp from May 29 – Aug 10, 2012
Location: Atlanta Gymnastics Center
Link: Atlanta Gymnastics Center

Stinger Spirit Cheerleading Camps at Georgia Tech

Program: Stinger Spirit Cheerleading Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 9 – Jul 29, 2012
Location: O’Keefe Gym on the Georgia Tech campus, Atlanta
Link: Stinger Spirit Cheerleading Camps

Summer Camps at Georgia All-Star Gymnastics

Program: Summer Camps at Georgia All-Star Gymnastics
Date: Daily and weekly camp from May 29 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Georgia All-Star Gymnastics, Woodstock
Link: Summer Camps at Georgia All-Star Gymnastics

WOW Gymnastics Camps at Gwinnett Gymnastics Center

Program: WOW Gymnastics Camps at Gwinnett Gymnastics Center
Date: Daily and weekly camp from May 29 – Aug 3, 2012
Location: Gwinnett Gymnastics Center, Lilburn
Link: WOW Gymnastics Camps at Gwinnett Gymnastics Center

Summer Camps at Ultimate Gymnastics

Program: Summer Camps at Ultimate Gymnastics
Date: Daily and weekly camp from Jun 11 – Aug 2, 2012
Location: Ultimate Gymnastics, Duluth
Link: Summer Camps at Ultimate Gymnastics

Soccer Camps

United Futbol Academy Summer Challenge Camps

Program: United Futbol Academy Summer Challenge Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 11 – Jul 13, 2012
Location: Forsyth & Dawson
Link: United Futbol Academy Summer Challenge Camps

Empoli FC / NASA Camp

Program: Empoli FC / NASA Camp
Date: One-week camp from Jun 25 – 29, 2012
Location: NASA Soccer Complex, Paper Mill Rd. Marietta
Link: Empoli FC / NASA Camp

Youth Skills Camps @ Atlanta Silverbacks

Program: Youth Skills Camps @ Atlanta Silverbacks
Date: One-week camp from Jun 25 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Atlanta Silverbacks, Atlanta
Link: Youth Skills Camps @ Atlanta Silverbacks

Tennis Camps

Nike Junior Tennis Camps @ Emory University

Program: Nike Junior Tennis Camps @ Emory University
Date: One-week camp from Jul 8 – Aug 10, 2012
Location: Emory University, Atlanta
Link: Nike Junior Tennis Camps @ Emory University

Yellow Jacket Tennis Camps at Georgia Tech

Program: Yellow Jacket Tennis Camps
Date: One-week camp from Jun 4 – 14, 2012
Location: Piedmont Park in Midtown, Atlanta
Link: Yellow Jacket Tennis Camps

Tennis Camps with Kidz Tennis

Program: Tennis Camps with Kidz Tennis
Date: One-week camp from Jun 4 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Various locations (Candler Park, Shady Valley Park, Holy Innocents Episcopal School)
Link: Tennis Camps with Kidz Tennis

Check out other Atlanta Summer Camps Guide 2012

As this guide is updated regularly, please feel free to send us the camp information that we miss!

Camp directors & owners, if you are interested in an expanded, featured listing, which includes premium placement, please also contact info@atlantawithkid.com or via our contact form.

Atlanta Summer Camps Guide: Science Camps for Future Scientists

April 11, 2012 By Amy 4 Comments

There are many types of summer camps to choose from and the choices can be overwhelming. Here we would like to make it easier for you to pick the right summer camps for your kids in Atlanta metro area. For kids who love science and technology, these science summer camps will make them have the best summer this year.

Science Summer Camps Guide in Atlanta 2012

Check out below our basic listing of science summer camps offering in Atlanta metro area. This guide will update regularly as we find more science summer camps in the area so check back often to see the update or sign up for our email newsletter to get the update via email.

Camp directors & owners, if you are interested in an expanded, featured listing, which includes premium placement, please also contact info@atlantawithkid.com or via our contact form.

Summer Academy @ UGA Summer Camps

Program: Summer Academy @ UGA is a series of fun, educational summer camps conducted by the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education in Athens, Ga. Twenty-two themed day camps are offered for children ages 11-17.
Date: One-week camp from late May to late July, 2012
Location: University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education in Athens, Ga
Link: UGAsummer.com

Summer Enriched Technology Program @ Liberty Middle School

Program: Summer Enriched Technology Program
Date: Jun 11-14, 2012 & Jun 18-21, 2012
Location: Liberty Middle School
Link: Summer Enriched Technology Program @ Liberty Middle School

Summer Technology Camps @ Whitlow Elementary School

Program: Summer Enriched Technology Program
Date: Jun 11-14, 2012 & Jun 18-21, 2012
Location: Whitlow Elementary School
Link: Summer Technology Camps @ Whitlow Elementary School

Science Squad @ Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Program: Science Squad Summer Camp 2012
Date: One-week camp from July 16 – 20, 2012
Location: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Link: Science Squad @ Fernbank Museum of Natural History

iD Tech Camp @ Emory University

Program: iD Tech Camp
Date: One-week camp from Jun 4 – Jul 27, 2012
Location: Emory University
Link: iD Tech Camp Emory University

Weird Science @ Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center

Program: Weird Science
Date: Jul 16 – Aug 3, 2012
Location: Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center
Link: Weird Science @ Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center

Lockheed Martin Aviation Camp @ Fernbank Science Center

Program: Lockheed Martin Aviation Camp
Date: One-week camp from Jul 18 – 29, 2012
Location: Fernbank Science Center
Link: Lockheed Martin Aviation Camp @ Fernbank Science Center

Check out other Atlanta Summer Camps Guide 2012

As this guide is updated regularly, please feel free to send us the camp information that we miss!

Camp directors & owners, if you are interested in an expanded, featured listing, which includes premium placement, please also contact info@atlantawithkid.com or via our contact form.

Earth Day in Atlanta: Events & Activities around Atlanta with Kids

April 10, 2012 By Amy Leave a Comment

Come out and join the celebration for Earth Day at various Earth Day events in Atlanta.

Earth Day 2012 in Atlanta

Party for the Planet @ Zoo Atlanta

Come increase your footprint on fun with a dynamic day of family activities celebrating a planet near and dear to all 7 billion of us – Earth!

Meet Batman™ and Wonder Woman™ …
Characters will appear for exclusive meet-and-greets during Party for the Planet. Check back soon for more info on character appearances and times.

Place: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 22, 2012 (Sunday)
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Cost: FREE with Admission

Earth Day Kids Fest @ 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 14, 2012 (Saturday)
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Cost: FREE with Admission. $8 Adults, $5 Children, Children 2 and under FREE. Be a Planeteer—Ride your Bike from home to CNC and get in FREE!

Earth Day Celebration @ Imagine It! Children Museum

Earth Day inspires awareness and appreciation for the earth’s natural environment. Approximately 20 million Americans participated on April 22, 1970, the beginning of the modern environmental movement. Join your Imaginators in making an “I Help the Earth” craft and then listen to the story The Earth and I by Frank Asch.

Place: Imagine It! Children Museum, 275 Centennial Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Date: April 21st, 2012
Time: 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE with Admission.

Earth Day Celebration @ 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, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 20, 2012 (Fri)
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Cost: FREE

Earth Day Festival @ East Atlanta Village

Join the East Atlanta Community Association (EACA) and EAVFM to kick off the Earth Day 2012 Festival, themed “Celebrate, Educate, Participate.”

The event begins with the East Atlanta Farmer’s Market opening day on April 19th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., which includes a lantern building workshop at the EACA booth in the market. Guests may also purchase wishing lanterns for the sunset launch for $5. All proceeds benefit EACA programs.

Place: East Atlanta Village, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 19 – 22, 2012
Cost: FREE

Earth Day Celebration @ Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center

This year marks the 42^ndanniversary of the Earth Day holiday – celebrating and promoting care of our planet.

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! There will be a variety of educational activities, nature hikes, crafts, movies, and games to help honor this amazing planet of ours.

Place: Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford, GA 30519
Date: April 21, 2012 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00 am -4:00 pm
Cost: FREE with admission

Decatur Earth Day Festival @ 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 22, 2012, 1-4 p.m. at the Oakhurst Community Garden Project at the corner of Oakview and South McDonough.

Place: Oakhurst Community Garden Project, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur, GA 30030
Date: April 22, 2012 (Sunday)
Time: 1:00 pm -4:00 pm
Cost: FREE

Earth Day Giveaway @ Pottery Barn Kids

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

Place: Pottery Barn Kids Stores, 441 16th Street, NW, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 21-22, 2012 (Saturday & Sunday)
Time: 11AM & 3PM
Cost: FREE

Spring Break in Atlanta: Free or Cheap Things to Do with Kids

March 30, 2012 By Amy Leave a Comment

For many families, Spring Break means a full week of activities to keep kids active and parents stay sane without killing each other. Putting kids in Atlanta Spring Break Camps might not be an option due to budget or time so we have come up with ways you can still enjoy fun things to do during Spring Break with kids in and around Atlanta area.

Atlanta Spring Break Guide: Free or Cheap Things to Do

Outdoor Fun

Outdoor Adventures with Kids

Enjoy nice weather where it’s not yet too hot to be out for a period of time at your local park. Pack lunch for a picnic and have a great day outside. Check out our 5 Family Favorite Outdoor Adventures in Atlanta for inspiration.

Beach time at Buford Dam Beach

Even though we don’t live on the coast, it doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy water fun on the beach. Granted it’s not going to be like popular beach like Hilton Head. But a quick day trip to Buford Dam Park beach will provide a full day of fun in the water for the whole family.

Go Strawberry Picking at U-Picked Strawberry Farms

Strawberries picking is fun and cheap for the whole family. There are several pick-your-own strawberry farms in Atlanta metro area. Check out our Strawberry Picking Guide in Atlanta.

Indoor Fun

Story Times & Special Events at Local Public Library

Check out various story time from your local library or bookstores. Most libraries will offer different type of story time for kids with different ages so your tween won’t get bored with the tot’s story time.

Here are some of special events for Spring Break from County Public Library

Puppet Show @ Gwinnett County Public Library: Enjoy puppet show at various locations from Gwinnett County Public Library during Spring Break week (April 2-6, 2012). See website for detail and locations.
Free Movie with Spring Break Film Festival @ Cobb County Public Library: Enjoy feature-length family film at Cobb County Public Library. Check website for participating location. Contact the library for titles.

Children’s Story Time from Local Bookstores

Fortunately, we have a handful of local bookshop (brand and independent) offering children’s story time for family. Check out our Story Time at Local Bookstores in Atlanta guide.

LEGO Mini Model Build @ LEGO Store Discover Mill Mall

For every first Tuesday of the month, kids age 6 to 14 can participate in Free LEGO Mini Model Build at local LEGO Store. Check out the detail from our LEGO Mini Model Build in Atlanta posts.

Home Depot Kids Workshop

Every first Saturday of the month, Home Depot is hosting Kids Workshop where kids and parent can work together to learn how to build thing. Check out the detail and update on current workshop from our Home Depot Kids Workshop posts.

Michaels’ Make-It Take-It

At Michael’s Art & Craft store, every weekend kids can enjoy the art & craft project. Each weekend will be different project. Check out more detail on schedule and upcoming project from our Michaels’ Free Craft for Kids posts.

Indoor Playground in Atlanta

If you would prefer to stay indoor to avoid the pollens, indoor playground or soft play area in the mall is a good bet for younger kids. Most will have height limit for kids to enjoy but on a busy day it’s best to keep an eye out for overzealous kids. Check out our list of Indoor Playgrounds in Atlanta post for more detail on locations.

Local Adventures with Kid Ventures Atlanta

If you love the leave the planning to other people, check out Kid Ventures Atlanta where you can sign up to join local adventures around town. No planning necessary. Just sign up and show up for your adventures with your kids. Hurry though it seems many of their adventures are booked up already.

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Spring Break in Atlanta with Kids: 5 Family Favorite Attractions

March 29, 2012 By Amy 4 Comments

Wow! Spring break is almost here in Atlanta. I know a few of my friends who live in Florida is enjoying their Spring break right now. Well, if you don’t already have travel plan to go out of town, check out these family favorite attractions in Atlanta for Spring Break that are always a good bet when it comes to entertain kids on a break. You can visit one for each day of the break and you are all set!

Imagine It! Children Museum

One of family favorite museum in Atlanta, the Imagine It! Children Museum is a fun place for kids to learn, explore and just be kids. Check out their calendar of events as there are always fun things going on in the museum.

What I also love about Imagine It! is the seasonal exhibit that change every quarter. It gives kids new thing to learn about.

Address: 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313-1827
Fee: Age 2 and over – $12.50
Website: www.childrenmuseumatlanta.org

Zoo Atlanta

I think Spring is a perfect season to visit Zoo Atlanta! The weather is still warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities and yet cool enough that you won’t get heat stroke walking in the Zoo.

It’s a shame that we haven’t been back to the Zoo since we first visited when we just moved here 3 years ago! I know.. Maybe this year we will make it back there.

The Zoo Atlanta knows how to handle kids during Spring break because they already have many fun plans for kids to do if you visit during the break.

Address: 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA
Fee: Adults-$19.99, Kids-$14.99
Website: www.zooatlanta.org

World of Coca-Cola

Whose kids don’t like to drink soda? Ok.. Don’t answer me that because it will make me feel like such a bad mom for letting them to even set foot to the Taste It! room in the World of Coca-Cola. But seriously! I think the Taste It! room is a great cultural learning experience for kids and adults. It gives us the opportunity to taste what people in the other parts of the world enjoy.

Address: 121 Baker Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313-1807
Fee: Adults – $15, Children (3-12) – $10, Childrent (2 and under) – Free
Website: www.worldofcoca-cola.com

Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium is probably one of the top attractions in Atlanta. So keep in mind that you might plan to go there at the same time as other thousands families who also have a break.. Just a thought! I have been to the Georgia Aquarium a few times already and every time I feel like I don’t have enough time! It’s HUGE.

There are several favorites moment in the Georgia Aquarium that I would love to go back and visit there again in a heart beat. You know what will be even cooler? If I can have a sleepover in the Aquarium. Wait! I can.. Check out site for more detail information.

Address: 225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Fee: Adults – $26, Children (3-12) – $19.50
Website: www.georgiaaquarium.org

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Spring has sprung! And it’s time to visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden. I have to admit that I didn’t really think the Botanical Garden will be fun for kids. But after check out their website and I see so many classes provided for kids and family. I’m convinced that this will one of a must-see destination for my kids.

Address: 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30309
Fee: Adults – $15, Children (3-12) – $12
Website: www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

Strawberry Picking in Atlanta Metro

March 26, 2012 By Amy 13 Comments

As much as I loath Spring for all the pollen and allergy-induce sneezes, I am looking forward to one of our favorite activity during Spring. Strawberry Picking in Atlanta season is here!!!

Strawberry picking in Georgia season usually runs from Mid April till June (depends on weather of that year) and blueberry picking season starts up around June or July (stay tune for a list of pick your own blueberry farms).

So I have done some digging and found several pick-your-own Strawberries farms around Atlanta. There are probably more that are not in the list. I pick farms that are within one hour drive from Atlanta. If you live in the suburb, your driving time might be less or more depends on where you live.

Also before packing the kids and heading out to the farm, it’s best to call them in advance (on that day). Because you will never know if they are closed that day or if there is any change in their crops.

Pick Your Own Strawberry Farms Around Atlanta

Jenkinsburg: Deb – Deb’s Strawberry Farm

Address: 159 County Line Road, Jenkinsburg, GA 30234
Phone: 770-504-1486
Date & Hour: Open April – June. Monday – Saturday: 10AM – 8PM & Sunday: 1PM – 6 PM
Note: Check their facebook page for up-to-date information.

Fayetteville: Cottle Strawberry Farm

Address: 290 Banks Road near the water tower, Fayetteville, GA
Phone: 770-719-2600
Date & Hour: Open April – May.
Note: Call and if someone picks up the phone, it means they are open. If there is no one pick up the phone, it means the farm is not yet opened. As of now, they plan to open by this weekend. Call first! See website for more info.

Stockbridge: Cottle Strawberry Farm

Address: 4830 E Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281
Phone: 770-761-7822
Date & Hour: Open April – May.
Note: Call and if someone picks up the phone, it means they are open. If there is no one pick up the phone, it means the farm is not yet opened. As of now, they plan to open by this weekend. Call first! See website for more info.

Fayetteville: Adams Farm

Address: 1486 Georgia Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, GA 30241
Phone: 770-461-9395
Date & Hour: Open April – June. Monday -Saturday from 9AM-4:30PM.
Note: Accept cash or check only. Check website for more info.

Loganville: Washington Farm

Address: 3650 Loganville Hwy., Loganville, GA 30052
Phone: 770-554-8119
Date & Hour: Open April – May.
Note: Call before head out because farm might close due to weather. Or check out their website for update.

McDonough: Southern Belle Farm

Address: 1658 Turner Church Road, McDonough, GA 30252
Phone: 770-898-0999
Date & Hour: Open Mar 27th – May. Monday – Friday: 8am-6pm; Saturday: 8am-6pm; Sunday: 1pm-6pm
Note: Check their website or become a fan on their Facebook fan page for update.

Oxford: Mitcham Farm

Address: 797 Macedonia Church Road, Oxford, GA 30054
Phone: 770-855-1530
Date & Hour: Open Mid March – June. Monday – Friday from 9AM – 5PM. Saturday from 1PM-5PM. Sunday from 9AM-5:30PM.
Note: Open now. See website for more info.

Dallas: Harry Stacy Farm

Address: 623 Poplar Road, Dallas, GA 30157
Phone: 770-443-0292
Date & Hour: Open April – June.
Note: Check website to update on the operating hour. CASH only. See website for more info.

Monroe: Red Sun Farms

Address: 1599 Vasco Adcock Road, Monroe , GA 30655
Phone: 404-569-1199
Date & Hour: Open April – Mid June. Monday-Saturday: 8AM-8PM
Note: Check website for update information on opening date, price and hours. Accept Cash and Checks only!

Cumming: Warbington Farms

Address: 5555 Crow Road, Cumming, Georgia 30041
Phone: (770) 380-2920 & (770) 889-1515
Date & Hour: Open April
Note: Check website for update information on opening date, price and hours.

See our map for U-Picked Strawberry Farms near Atlanta, GA

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Special Easter Events for Special Kids in Atlanta

March 22, 2012 By Amy Leave a Comment

With many Easter Events in Atlanta ranging from Easter Egg Hunts, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny or Photo with the Easter Bunny, families have various options for fun things to do with kids on this holiday. However, parents for special need kids might not feel the same way. Luckily, there are a few organizations who plan special Easter events just for them. Here are a few special Easter event for special kids in Atlanta. We have also added these event to our comprehensive list of Easter Egg Hunts in Atlanta.

Easter Events for Special Need Kids in Atlanta

Allergy Friendly Easter Egg Hunt @ Garrard Landing Park, Alpharetta

Join Food Allergy Kids of Atlanta for an exciting and safe fun-filled day as we celebrate Easter at the beautiful Garrard Landing Park in Alpharetta, GA!

Instead of candy, Food Allergy Kids of Atlanta will have kids, grouped by age, hunt for over 1,000 toy filled eggs. The event location will be roped off in the park’s grass fields and a pavilion has been reserved for the event.

In addition to age-based egg hunts (which begin at 10:15 a.m.), there will also be arts and crafts, two bouncy houses, raffled Easter Baskets, and a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny. Photos will be taken during the event and made available to members as a courtesy of FA Kids of Atlanta.

In order to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all families, NO food or beverages are permitted into the reserved event areas. Bottled water will be served! A restroom is on site for hand washing. Please note the event is being held in a public park. Food brought into the park or playground areas is beyond the control of FA Kids of Atlanta.

Place: Garrard Landing Park, 8000 Holcombe Bridge, Rd., Alpharetta, GA 30076
Date: March 24, 2012
Time: 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Cost: FREE. This is a member only event. Membership is free by visiting www.fakidsatl.org
More info: Registration for the event is required. Please email confirm@fakidsatl.org with the number of children attending AND their ages. Please contact Ashley Bryant or Karen Harris for more information.

Caring Bunny Event @ Mall of Georgia, Buford

Caring Bunny is hopping over to Mall of Georgia for children with special needs and their families on Sunday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The events will be held prior to mall openings, so that accommodations can be made to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of all guests. No lines, no crowds, no music but lots of fun!! Easter Bunny social stories, coloring activities and other goodies will be provided to make the morning magical for all who attend. We “hop” to see you!

Caring Bunny is a joint program developed by The Noerr Programs, the digital imaging company that provides the Bunny Photo Experience for malls nationwide and AbilityPath.org, a national online resource hub and special needs community. Each participating Simon mall is pleased and honored to be the host of this program during the Easter season. RSVP’s are requested at www.abilitypath.org.

Place: Kidgits Korner, Nordstrom Court, Mall of Georgia, 3333 Buford Drive, Buford , GA
Date: April 1, 2012
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE. Families are, of course, welcome to purchase photo packages if they desire. Package and pricing details are available at www.simon.com.
More info: RSVP’s are requested at www.abilitypath.org.

Caring Bunny Event @ Gwinnett Place, Duluth

Place: Center Court, Gwinnett Place, 2100 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA 30096
Date: April 1, 2012
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE. Families are, of course, welcome to purchase photo packages if they desire. Package and pricing details are available at www.simon.com.
More info: RSVP’s are requested at www.abilitypath.org.

Caring Bunny Event @ Town Center at Cobb, Kennesaw

Place: Center Court, Town Center at Cobb, 400 Barrett Pkwy., Kennesaw, GA
Date: April 1, 2012
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE. Families are, of course, welcome to purchase photo packages if they desire. Package and pricing details are available at www.simon.com.
More info: RSVP’s are requested at www.abilitypath.org.

Spring Break Camps in Atlanta for Sporty Kids

March 13, 2012 By Amy Leave a Comment

For parents who look for sport camps for kids during Spring Break in Atlanta, we have compiled a list of various Spring Break Sport Camps in Atlanta metro area and beyond. Get kids active during the Spring Break with our Spring Break Sport Camps Guide in Atlanta.

Spring Break Camps in Atlanta 2012 – Sport Camps Edition

Atlanta: Atlanta Silverbacks Spring Break Soccer Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Soccer Camp
Location: Atlanta Silverbacks Park, Atlanta, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $195 per kid
More Info: See website or call 678-608-0616

Alpharetta: Alpharetta Ambush Soccer Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Soccer Camp
Location: Webb Bridge Park, Alpharetta, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $125 per kid
More Info: See website

Alpharetta: Elite Hoop Spring Break Basketball Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Basketball Camp
Location: St. Francis High School, Alpharetta, GA
Date: April 3-5, 2012
Fee: $120 per kid
More Info: See website

Cumming: United Futbol Academy Soccer Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Soccer Camp
Location: Polo Fields, Cumming, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $135 – $200 per kid
More Info: See website

Marietta: Atlanta Swim Academy Camp H2O Spring Break Swimming Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Swimming Camp
Location: Atlanta Swim Academy, Marietta, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $275 per kid
More Info: See website or call 770-973-3120

Marietta: East Cobb Baseball Academy Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Baseball Camp
Location: ECB Academy, Marietta, GA
Date: April 2-5, 2012
Fee: $150 per kid
More Info: See website or call 404-441-1400

Roswell: W2W Sports Center Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Soccer, Lacrosse, and Multi-Sports Camp
Location: Wall to Wall Sports Center, Roswell, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: From $100-$150 per kid
More Info: See website or call 404-441-1400

Suwanee: Adrenaline Climbing Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Rock Climbing Camp
Location: Adrenaline Climbing, Suwanee, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $200 per kid
More Info: See website or call 770-271-1390

Suwanee: Atlanta Silverbacks Multi Sports Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Multi Sports Camp
Location: Suwanee Silverbacks Indoor, Suwanee, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $100 per kid
More Info: See website or call 678-608-0616

Suwanee: Suwanee Sport Academy MySport Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Multi Sports Camp
Location: Suwanee Sport Academy, Suwanee, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: $175 per kid
More Info: See website or call 770-614-6686 x130

Tucker: Tucker Youth Soccer Association Spring Break Camp

Camp Type: Spring Break Soccer Camp
Location: TYSA Fields, Tucker, GA
Date: April 2-6, 2012
Fee: From $60 – $170 per kid
More Info: See website or call 404-984-7665

Spring Break Camps with Parks & Recreation around Atlanta

March 12, 2012 By Amy 1 Comment

Program: Spring Break Camp – KidzArt & Create It Theater “Act 2″

Date: April 2-6, 2012

Cost: Camp fee: $125 per child (for Art Camp) & $85 (for Theater Camp)

Spring Break Camps at Atlanta Attractions

March 7, 2012 By Amy 2 Comments

As we start packing our winter clothes and plan for our spring cleaning, I’m sure spring break is not far from your mind. And for many families that will stay put in town, it’s also time to start looking for fun things to do or spring break camps for kids. In this edition, we have rounded up Spring Break Camps from popular Atlanta attractions like the Georgia Aquarium, Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta Botanical Garden and many more. Kids will be able to choose from a fun spring break week at the Aquarium, in the Zoo, learning the art of acting or get back to nature.

Spring Break Camps in Atlanta 2012 – Atlanta Attractions Edition

Atlanta: Camp H2O @ Georgia Aquarium

Camp H2O is a day camp experience for children 5-11 years of age, offered during spring, summer and winter breaks. The programs provide campers with a unique experience that involves animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, opportunities to meet the animal caregivers and much more.

Date: Week of April 2-6, 2012

Camp Hours:

Camp Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Drop off: 8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Pick up: 3:30 – 3:45 p.m. (Please refer to the Parent Guide for late pick-up fees.)

Registration & Fee:

Non-member Weekly Rate: $335.95 +tax
Member Weekly Rate: $285.80 +tax

Special Info: The first 100 Spring Break/Summer Camp reservations received prior to March 25 will be eligible to receive a half day of Parent Camp H2O (for one parent). Book your camp week, and we will contact you with more details. If you qualify, you will be notified by email the week of March 26. See website for more detail.

Atlanta: EnviroVentures Spring Break Camp @ Piedmont Park

EnviroVentures Camps at Piedmont Park provide a healthy and engaging activity schedule to elementary aged children.

Date: April 2-6, 2012

Camp Hour:

Drop Off: 7:30am-9am
Camp Hours: 9am-4pm
Pick Up: 4pm-5pm
After-care: 5pm-6:00pm *Extra $50 fee required

Registration & Fee:

$180 Members
$199 Non-Members
Registration from February 16th – April 1st

Special Info: See site for more info.

Atlanta: Spring Break Camps @ Alliance Theatre

Alliance Theatre offers various Spring Break camps for kids in different grades.

Grades K – 1: Creative Drama Camp
Grades 2 – 5: Performing Arts Camp
Grades 6 – 8: Teen World: Keep it Real!
High School and College Students: Teaching Assistant Program

Date: April 2-6, 2012

Camp Hour:

Camp Hours: 9am-4pm

Registration & Fee:

$399

Special Info: See site for more info.

Atlanta: Spring Break Camps @ Atlanta Botanical Garden

Celebrate the splendid spring season and discover the spectacular flowers and animals emerging from winter slumber. As the weather warms, the natural world begins preparing for the warm summer season. Come and learn more about this fascinating process and enjoy two glorious Garden mornings of exploration, activities and artwork.

Date: April 5-6, 2012

Camp Hour:

Camp Hours: 9 a.m. – noon

Registration & Fee:

$64/child, ages 4 – 6 (Members $54)
Registration deadline: March 22

Special Info: See site for more info.

Atlanta: Safari Day Camps @ Zoo Atlanta

Safari Day Camps provide a fun and exciting opportunity for hands-on learning, nature discovery and wildlife appreciation. Arts and crafts, educational activities, exclusive tours and up-close animal encounters serve to teach children about conservation and the environment.

Date: April 2-6, 2012

Camp Hour:

Extended care drop-off: 7:30 a.m.
Regular drop-off: 8 – 9 a.m.
Camp hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Regular pick up: 4 – 5 p.m.
Extended care pick up: 5 – 5:30 p.m.

Registration & Fee:

Member: $56 per day
Non-member: $70 per day

Special Info: See site for more info.

Dunwoody: Spring Break Camp @ Dunwoody Nature Center

Keep your kids active and engaged during their Spring break with Dunwoody Nature Center’s Spring Break Camp. Join them for a week of fun and adventure as we explore the animal kingdom! Kids’ll spend each day investigating a different species including bugs and insects; amphibians, reptiles, and snakes; birds and raptors; deer, coyotes, and wolves; and finally scavengers including racoons, squirrels, and chipmunks.

Date: April 2-6, 2012

Camp Hour:

Camp hours: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Extended hour for working parents: 8:15-9:15 AM & 3:45-5:00 PM (extra fee applied)

Registration & Fee:

Member: $225.00
Nonmembers: $250.00

Special Info: See site for more info.

Roswell: Spring Break Camp @ Chattahoochee Nature Center

Head out to CNC for warm weather camp fun! Spring Break at Camp Kingfisher is full of exploring, discovering, ooh-ing and ah-ing, and fun. Come see the Chattahoochee River teaming wildlife and hike through our forest abloom with new flowers.

Date: April 2-5, 2012

Camp Hour: