2009
Summer Atlanta Family Activities
Plays and Puppet Shows –
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Kudzu
Playhouse -
Main Stage
& Family Theatre: 10743 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell, 30076
Phone (770) 594-1020 Fax:
(770) 594-1318 e-mail: kudzuplayhouse@aol.com
Kudzu Main Stage Tickets (All Shows)
Adults
$18.00 & Students $16.00
Main Stage Show times: Fridays
& Saturdays at 8:00 pm & Sunday Matinees at 3:00 pm
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May 22-June 21: Caught on the Hop: By Derek Benfield
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July 10-August 9: Mr. Hobbs Vacation: By Wally and
Jeannie Hinds
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August 21-September 20: Don’t Mention My Name: By Fred
Carmichael
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Kudzu Family Playhouse Tickets (All Shows, All Ages) $8.00
Main Stage & Family Theatre: 10743 Alpharetta
Highway, Roswell, 30076
Kudzu Playhouse - Kudzu
Sprouts Theatre - 608 Holcomb Bridge Road - Roswell, GA 30076
Phone (770) 594-1020 Fax:
(770) 594-1318 e-mail: kudzuplayhouse@aol.com
Reservations are strongly
encouraged
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April 18-May 17: How to Eat Like a Child and Other Lessons in
NOT Being a Grown-up: Based on the book by Delia Ephron , John Forster and
Judith Kahan Music and Lyrics by John Forster; Saturdays & Sundays at
2:00pm & Special Saturday Evening Performances: Saturday, May 9th
& 16th at 7:00pm
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June 4-27: The Princess and the Pea: Based on the Hans
Christian Andersen tale Adapted by Wally and Jeannie Hinds; Thursday, Friday
and Saturday at 11am
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July 9-August 1: Cinderella: Book adapted by Marcy
Heisler Music and Lyrics by Mack David, Al Hoffman and Jerry Livingston Music
arranged and adapted by Bryan Louiselle; Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 11am
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August 22-September 20: The Ransom of Red Chief: Adapted
from the book by O’Henry; Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00pm 4Special Saturday
Evening Performances: Saturday September 12 & 19 at 7:00pm
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Roswell
Cultural Arts Center Summer Puppet Series: www.roswellgov.com
950 Forrest Street, Roswell,
GA, 770-594-6411; Monday to Friday at 10, Fridays at 1, and Saturdays at 11;
Showtime approximately 25 minutes in length with an opportunity to meet the
puppeteers and the puppets immediately following the show. Children 2-12 are
$4 per person, lap babies free, adults are $5. Cash and checks only.
Puppet workshops follow each M-F 10am show for $3 ages 5 and over. You
can buy the puppet to take home. It's a great craft activity.
My kids love these shows!
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06/8 - The Wizard of Oz, Frisch Marionettes Presents
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06/15 - Randel McGee & Groark The Dragon
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06/22 - Pinocchio, Lee Bryan “That Puppet Guy” presents
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06/29 - The Frog Prince, Bob Brown Puppets presents
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07/06 - The Box? A Show of Feelings,
Coad Canada Puppets presents
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07/13 - The Legend of the Banana Kid,
Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers presents
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07/20 - Everybody Loves Pirates,
Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers presents
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Center
for Puppetry Arts - www.puppet.org
… Must reserve tickets and this is quite expensive ($16) compared to the
Roswell program. Their schedule is posted online through the spring of 2010.
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April 14 – June 21 – The Little Mermaid
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June 23-28 – Father Goose Tales
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June 30 - July 12 - The Fairy Circus
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July 14 –19 – The Emperor’s New Clothes
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July 21-26 – La Muela del Rey Farfan (The Toothache of King
Farfan)
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July 28 – Aug 9 – Pinocchio
Free Movies (Indoor and Outdoor)-
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Regal's Free Family Film Festival will be held at both
Northpoint Regal and Medlock Regal. Movies are shown at 10am on Tuesday
and Wednesday mornings.
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6/02/2009-06/03/2009 Kit Kittredge: American Girl (G);
Shrek The Third (PG)
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06/09/2009-06/10/2009 The Tale Of Despereaux (G); Alvin And The
Chipmunks (PG)
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06/16/2009-06/17/2009 Charlotte's Web (G); Surf's Up (PG)
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06/23/2009-06/24/2009 Horton Hears A Who (G); Journey To The
Center Of The Earth (PG)
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06/30/2009-07/01/2009 Space Chimps (G); Star Wars: Clone Wars
(PG)
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07/07/2009-07/08/2009 Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: Veggie Tale
Movie (G); Spiderwick Chronicles (PG)
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07/14/2009-07/15/2009 Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (G); Nim's
Island (PG)
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07/21/2009-07/22/2009 Everyone's Hero (G); Madagascar 2: Escape
To Africa (PG)
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07/28/2009-07/29/2009 Mr. Bean's Holiday (G); Kung Fu Panda (PG)
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AMC $1 Movies: AMC
Avenue Forsyth 12: 350 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30041
Showtimes: 10:00 AM, (404) 816-4262 and Guest Services: (770) 781-0636, Movies
are $1 for charity. AMC KidsPack…Only $3.00** for: Kids’-size drink, popcorn,
and snack. Upgrade your KidsPack snack to a regular candy for $1.00.
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June 17: Space Chimps: rated G
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June 24: Kung Fu Panda: rated PG
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July 1: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa: rated PG
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July 8: Tale of Despereaux: rated G
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July 15: Horton
Hears a Who: rated G
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July 22: The
Spiderwick Chronicles: rated PG
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July 29: Nim's
Island: rated G
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August 5: Star Wars: The Clone Wars: rated PG
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Movies at 400: (415 Atlanta Rd. Cumming, GA 30040) Movies
at 400 on Highway 9 has free movies on Tues. and Thurs. at 10am with $1 popcorn
and drinks and if you bring in a can of food you get the popcorn for free!
www.seethemovies.com/
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5/26 & 5/28 Space Chimps
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6/02 & 6/04 Mim’s Island
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6/09 & 6/11 Alvin & the Chipmunks
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6/16 & 6/18 Igor
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6/23 & 6/25 Kung Fu Panda
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6/30 & 7/02 Madagascar 2
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7/07 & 7/09 Hotel for Dogs
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7/14 & 7/16 Bee Movie
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7/21 & 7/23 Despereaux
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7/28 & 7/30 Veggie Tales
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8/04 & 8/06 Horton Hears a Who
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Outdoor Movies at Riverside Park: City of Roswell’s 2009
FREE Family Movie Series; Riverside Park at 7:00 (movies begin at dark). Bring
a picnic along with your lawn chairs and blankets, enjoy great music, play on
the playgrounds, and then settle in for movie fun. Food and drinks may also be
purchased at the concession stand.
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May 23rd - MADAGASCAR 2 - Escape to Africa - Rated PG
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July 18th - Kung Fu Panda - Rated PG
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August 22nd - Journey To The Center Of The Earth -
Rated PG
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Flicks on the Bricks - The City of Duluth has outdoor
movies they call Flicks on the Bricks every month beginning June 13. See www.duluthga.net for the more information.
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June 13 – Hotel for Dogs
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July 11 – Coraline
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August 8 – Tales of Deperaux
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September 19 – Igor
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Halloween – Monster vs Aliens
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Movies in the Park - http://www.johnscreekga.gov/parks
- Movies in the Park are outdoor family-friendly festivals with inflatables, a clown act, food, vendors etc.
held in parks in Johns Creek that conclude with an blockbuster movie being
shown on a huge inflatable movie screen. The events, which are free to the
public, are financially sponsored by local area companies and organizations,
with the top supporters including Northside Hospital Forsyth, Atlanta Babies
& Kids and Southern Outdoor Cinema. Movies start at dusk and festivities
start at 7:00. Check website for movie titles (TBA) Dates: July 18, August 15,
and October 3 at Newtown and/or Ocee Parks
Northeast Spruill Oaks Library Summer Activities - (9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta, GA 30022) www.friendsofspruilloaks.org
– Phone 770-360-8820 - Terra Cribbs, Senior Librarian email: terra.cribbs@co.fulton.ga.us.
Pickup your Barnes and Noble reading folder starting June 1st.
Get
a FREE BOOK at B&N after reading 8 books. Be one of the first 40 families
to register for a Target family read night and receive a free book.
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Ken Scott, Magic Show (Summer Reading
"Kick-Off") Monday, June 1, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Children will be mesmerized by
this fast paced and highly entertaining program. Ken will combine storytelling
skill with his magical talent. Ages 5-12
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Storymaker with Sean Driscoll: "The Circus King"
Wednesday, June 3 from 2:00 PM-3:00 PM: Sean combines awesome animation,
puppetry, in a magical comedy-theater. The set includes a giant video screen
that brings the animation alive. Ages 5-12.
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Caroline and Danny Music Concert for Children; Thursday,
June 4, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM: This interactive concert engages children with
"catchy" songs while learning valuable life lessons. Ages 3-7.
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Summer's Swingin'! - Story Time for Preschooler: Monday,
June 8, 1:00 PM-2:00 PM: A summertime story hour led by Children's Librarian,
David Young. Enjoy stories, singing, and fun activities. For ages 3-5.
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Summer's Swingin'! - Lapsit Story Time: Tuesday, June 9,
10:30 AM-11:30 AM: Stories and songs especially for the "little ones"
by Children's Librarian, David Young. Ages 2 and under.
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Kids Inside CNN Studios Tour: Wednesday, June 10, 1:00
PM-2:00 PM: Our friends from the Kids Inside CNN Studios Tour are back. Kids
will learn about how CNN reporters cover news events, and there will also be a
special visit from "Scoop the News Hound"! Ages 5-12.
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Ron Anglin, Comic & Educational Juggler: Monday, June
15, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM: Forty-five minute program designed to educate children
on the techniques of juggling while being entertained by the fun and exuberant
Ron Anglin. Ages 5 and up.
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Wii Game Day Fun: Monday, June 15, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM: Stop
and experience the Nintendo Wii gaming system open close and personal on our
giant projection screen. Ages 7-12.
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Children's Movie Matinee @ Northeast: Tuesday, June 16,
1:00 PM-3:00 PM: Come and enjoy a kids movie on our large projection screen and
rockin' surround sound system! Ages 5-8.
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Dr. Tom's Semi-Silent Theater: Wednesday, June 17, 10:30
AM-11:30 AM: In an innovative blend of European style clowning, illusionary
technique, and stand-up comedy, Tom presents mime as an accessible and vital
art form. He acts out silent stories that provoke laughter, thought and
feeling. Ages 5-12.
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Guitar Hero Jam Session: Wednesday, June 17, 1:00 PM-4:00
PM: Back by popular demand! Bring your Guitar Hero guitar and channel your
inner rock star during an open jam session featuring the Guitar Hero World
Tour. We'll project the video on our giant projection screen. Ages 7 and up.
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Adam Komesar and the Inflatable Zoo: Monday, June 22,
10:30 AM-11:30 AM: Dressed in safari outfit, Adam presents a comedy magic show
with a jungle theme. The show features animal puppets, animal balloons, and
songs with live guitar accompaniment. Ages 4-7.
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Family Read Night Series: Magical Stories With Debbie:
Monday, June 22, 6:30 PM-7:15 PM: Part one of our Family Read Night series, in
partnership with Target, Inc., presents Magic Debbie as she brings her unique
magical storytelling presentations which feature the stories of many favorite
children's books. Guaranteed to encourage reading more and includes many
messages that will promote the lifelong love of reading. Ages 6-9.
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Out of the Box Art Studio Presents: The Very Grouchy Lady Bug:
The Art of Eric Carle: Tuesday, June 23, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM: The art of the well
known illustrator and author, Eric Carle, will be showcased in this
entertaining art activity for younger children. Ages 3-5. Sign-up is required.
Seating is limited. Please call branch to pre-register.
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Out of the Box Art Studio Presents: Van Gogh's Starry Night in
Pastels: Tuesday, June 23, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM: The art of Vincent Van Gogh
will be the focus of this educational and entertaining art activity. Children
will learn drawing techniques and the use of pastels. The book, Camille and the
Sunflowers, by Laurence Anholt will also be read. Ages: 6-10. Sign-up is
required. Seating is limited. Please call branch to pre-register.
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Akbar Imhotep, Storyteller: Wednesday, June 24, 10:30
AM-11:30 AM: Dressed in safari outfit, Adam presents a comedy magic show with a
jungle theme. The show features animal puppets, animal balloons, and songs with
live guitar accompaniment. Ages 4-7.
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Reptile Wrangler Show: Monday, June 29, 10:30 AM. Ages
4-11
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Family Read Night Series: Monday, June 29, 6:30 PM, Sherry
Norfolk, Storyteller, Ages 6-9
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Fire Safety Day: Wednesday, July 1, 10:30 AM, Ages 4 &
up, 11:15am, Fire truck viewing, all ages
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Children’s Movie Night: Monday July 6, 5PM, Bolt, Ages 8 –
12
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Doggie Pals: Monday July 13, 10:30 AM, Ages 3-8
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Making African Masks: Monday July 20, 10:30am, ages 8
& up
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Family Read Night Series: Tafari’s African Folk Tales:
Monday July 20, 6:30pm, ages 6-9
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Picadilly Puppet Shows: Wednesday July 22, 10:30am, ages 5
and up
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Family Appreciation Day: Monday July 27, 11am-3pm Fun,
Magic, Horses, and More
Roswell Library Summer Activities - (115 Norcross Street, Roswell , GA 30075); E-mail: comments@co.fulton.ga.us , Phone: 770-640-3075; Cost:
All programs are free and open to the public.
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Walking One-ders Story Time: Wednesdays, June 3, 2009 -
June 24, 10:15 AM-11:00 AM…Walking One-ders is a time of books, songs, rhymes,
and play for one-year-olds who are walking and their caregivers.
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Bouncing Babies Story Time: Wednesdays, June 3, 2009 -
June 24, 11:30 AM-12:15 PM; It is a time of books, songs, rhymes, and play for
babies from birth to age one (or until they are walking) and their caregivers.
Cost: All programs are free and open to the public.
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Scott Douglas: Music: Monday, June 1, 1:00 PM-1:45 PM;
Lots of music and songs! This program is for ages 5 - 10. Reservations are
taken one week in advance.
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Bill Packard - Magic Man: Tuesday, July 7, 7:00 PM-7:45
PM; Join us for a fun program featuring magic, audience participation, and a
live rabbit. This program is for ages 5 and up. Reservations begin one week in
advance.
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Caroline Figiel and Danny Jones: Monday, June 8, 2:00
PM-2:45 PM; Lots of stories and songs! Caroline and Danny will share road trips
and summertime exploits from their youth. This program is for ages 5 - 10.
Reservations are taken one week in advance.
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Monster Hunt: Monday, June 15, 1:00 PM-2:00 PM; Our
library has been invaded by monsters! We need help getting rid of them. Are you
brave enough to try??? This program is for ages 4 - 6. Reservations are taken
one week in advance.
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Monster Maker: Monday, June 15, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM; The
Monster Detective Agency needs some new deputy detectives to help capture
monsters on the loose. Join us for an hour of storytelling and crafts. This
program is for ages 5 - 8. Reservations are taken one week in advance.
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Roswell Fire Department : Thursday,
7/9/2009 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
The Roswell Fire Department is bringing a fire engine to the library! The
firefighters will talk about safety and let children explore the engine. All
ages.
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Adam Komesar's Inflatable Zoo: Tuesday, June 30, 10:30
AM-11:30 AM, and 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Adam brings his Inflatable Zoo back to the library! This program is for ages 2
- 5. Reservations are taken one week in advance.
Ocee Library Summer Activities – 5090
Abbotts Bridge Rd., Alpharetta, GA 30005
Meet in the community room, E-mail: comments@co.fulton.ga.us Phone:
770-360-8897
Cost: All programs are free and open to the public
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Summer Reading Kick-Off with Adam Komesar: Friday, June 5,
11:00 AM-12:00 PM; Children will enjoy comedy magic with a hilarious safari theme.
Summer Reading sign-up will follow the performance. Ages 5 - 10. Seating is
limited to the first 75 children.
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Movie Mondays/Eragon: Monday, June 8,
2009 2:00 PM-4:30 PM
The dates for the month of June 8 & 22, and July 6 & 20. Children will
enjoy public "performance rights" movies and popcorn. Ages 7-11.
Seating is limited to the first 75 children.
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Movie Mondays/Prince Caspian: Monday
June 22, 2009 2:00 PM-4:30 PM
Mondays June 22, and July 6 & 20 at 2:00 PM. Children will enjoy public
"performance rights" movies and popcorn. Ages 7-11. Seating is
limited to the first 75 children.
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Doggie Tales: Saturday, May 16, June 20th, July
18th from 2:00-2:30 pm; Katie, an 11 year-old Standard Poodle, and a
rotating cast of her canine friends will be visiting Ocee Library to have
friendly children read stories to her. This free program is open to ages 5-12.
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Bedtime Stories: First and last Wednesdays of the month
June 3 & 24, July 1 & 29 from 7:00-7:30 PM; Young children and their
families will enjoy stories, poems and music. All ages.
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Recycling Craft Program Presented by Fulton County Public Works:
Friday, 6/19/2009 11:00 AM-12:00 PM; Children will learn about the importance
of water conservation while making an exciting craft of a cute fish from an old
CD. Ages 6-8. Limit first 30 children.
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Caroline and Danny Kids Value Concert: Friday,
7/10/2009 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
An interactive, imaginative performance of stories and songs that emphasize
character topics such as: respect, teasing, bullying, peer pressure, and
helpfulness. Ages 5-10. Seating is limited to the first 75 children.
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Julie Baggenstoss Flamenco Dance:
Friday, 7/24/2009 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Flamenco dancer showcases flamenco's emotion and exciting musical energy in a
thrilling presentation. Ages 5-10. Seating is limited to the first 75 children.
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Summer Reading Finale Talent Show: Friday,
7/31/2009 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Children will get creative and showcase their talents at this spectacular
summer finale. Ages 5-10. Children who wish to perform must register prior to
the performance.
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Get Creative with Van Gogh: Friday,
6/12/2009 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Art instructors from Out of the Box Art Studio in Alpharetta will visit the
library to instruct children on creating their own beautiful pastel/collage of
Van Gogh's famous sunflowers. Ages 3-5. Limit first 30 children.
Free Outdoor Concerts -
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Riverside Sounds 2009 -
Free Concert Series - Riverside Park, the first
Saturday of the month, May
through October (second Saturday in July), 7:30-9 PM
Riverside Park 575 Riverside
Road, bring a picnic and lawn chairs/blankets- concessions available 770-641-3705
• www.roswellgov.com
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May 2: Friends With You…Performing some of John Denver’s greatest
songs and hits
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June 6: Planet Rock Experience…Student musicians, ages 7-18, from
the Planet Rock School of Music
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July 11: The Sounds of Essence…A tribute to Motown legends
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Aug. 1: Kingsized…Have a big time with a great singer paying
tribute to Elvis
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Sept. 5: The Return…An authentic and entertaining tribute to the
Beatles
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Oct. 3 A1A…Official tribute band, sanctioned by Jimmy Buffet himself
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Sundays on the Square Concerts at 3:00 PM; Sundays on the
Square concerts are produced by the Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural
Affairs Department of the City of Roswell with support from Land of a Thousand
Hills. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of
Commissioners under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council. Held in the
Historic Town Square.Free and open to the public. All concerts 3-4:30 pm
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May 17: Milkshake Quarte
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May 24: Riverside Chamber Players
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May 31: Michael O’Neal Chamber Singers
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June 7: Keltic Kudzu
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June 14: Nicole Chillemi
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June 21: Gentlemen of Swing
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Blues on the Green with Ross Bon & the Mighty Blue Kings: Saturday,
May 30th at 7:30pm Straight from Chicago, join the City of Duluth in welcoming
the first ever Blues on the Green concert with Ross Bon and the Mighty Blue
Kings. They will impress you with unbelievable vocals and fabulous bluesy
tunes. Ross and the MBK have shared the stage with artists like Ray Charles,
Diana Krall, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, K.D. Lang and Peter Townshend. Don’t miss
this once in a lifetime chance to see blues from Chicago for FREE.
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Summerstage Concert Series: Downtown
Duluth Town Green and Amphitheater, FREE
Show begins at
7:00
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June 19th - Symphony on the Green
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June 27th - The Great American Rock
'n Roll Revival. Fun music from 5he 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. See Damon Rice
as Elvis, rock to Butch and the Buckheads and hear the sweet sounds of the Sock
Hops.
Roswell City: Other Summer Activities -
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Alive After Five: Every third Thursday on Canton
Street in beautiful Historic Roswell from 5:00pm 'til 9:00pm you will find
merchants with specials, restaurants ready to serve your favorite meal,
galleries with fabulous art and crafts, and nonprofit organizations to inform
and educate you. Balloons decorate the streets and there is live music in three
locations up and down Canton Street for your enjoyment. A free trolley is
available to take you up and down the street all night. For information call
770.641.3705 or visit www.aliveafterfiveroswell.com
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Roswell Touch a Truck: Saturday, May 16, 2009 9:00 AM
Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill
Street, Roswell, GA 30075
To kick off National Public
Works Week May 18-22, the City of Roswell will host Touch a Truck on May 16
from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at City Hall. This event provides an opportunity for
citizens of all ages to see firsthand the equipment used to provide necessary
services to their families.
Bring your kids and explore the
mysterious workings of the street sweeper or watch up close just how the
sanitation truck works. There will be something for everyone to learn at
this event.
For more information, please
call 770.641.3773.
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Family Field Day: Saturday, May 16, 2009 10:00 AM; East
Roswell Recreation Center; Bring your family out for an afternoon of fun,
games, music and food! We will have a good old fashioned field day! Relay
races, tug o’ war, and many other "field day" games. Prizes will be
awarded to winning families. After the fun and games we will have a cookout.
Hot dogs and drinks will be provided. Each participant must be registered to
attend. All ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by a adult. Held at
East Roswell Recreation Center. Saturday 5/16 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $6,
residents $9, non-residents; 770.641.3760
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Third Sundaes at Barrington Hall at 10:00 AM; May 17th,
June 21, July 19 & August 16; Join us on the third Sunday of each month
from May to August for an old fashioned ice cream social. At the end of your
tour you will be treated to a free ice cream sundae. Held at Barrington Hall.
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Kid's Dog Show: Saturday, May 23, 2009 11:00 AM at Bill
Johnson Community Activity Building Children will have the opportunity to show
off their dogs. Dogs must be at least one year old. Awards will be given for
the most obedient, best trick in one minute, smallest, largest, and best
costumed dog. There will also be an award for "Best in Show".
Children ages 5-15, age on date of show. Held at Bill Johnson Community Activity
Building. Saturday 5/23 11 a.m. to Finish
Fee: $10, residents $15,
non-residents
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Roswell Remembers Memorial Day Celebration: Monday, May
25, 2009 10:00 AM
Roswell City Hall: Faces of Ward
Memorial; Exhibits and demonstrations at 10:00 am with
Military Ceremony at 11:00 am.
The ceremony features guest speaker, Color Guard, Honor
Guard, POW/MIA Tribute, Laying
of the Wreath, patriotic music and more. For information call
770.640.3253 or visit www.roswellmemorialday.com
Alpharetta City: Other Summer Activities -
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Alpharetta Farmers Market: 8am - 12:30pm; Old
Roswell Street, www.alpharettafarmersmarket.com;
Dates
and Hours: Every Saturday from April 18 through October
from 8am to 12:30pm. The Alpharetta Farmers Market has taken
root downtown in the Alpharetta Historic District. Bring the whole family
to shop for local produce, herbs, honey and more. Have a relaxing morning
by eating at local restaurants and shopping downtown. Open Rain or shine.
Mission:
Provide fresh, local items directly from farmers and
producers.
Location: The market takes place on Old Roswell
Street in Downtown Alpharetta. Take Highway 9 west on Old Milton Parkway (right
if heading South on Hwy 9 or left if heading North on Hwy 9), right on Roswell
Street and then right on Old Roswell Street. Free downtown parking on your
left.
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19th Annual Taste of Alpharetta: Old Milton Parkway at
Wills Park; Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:00 PM The largest “Taste of” event
in the South celebrates its 19th year in 2009! Dine at over 60
restaurants in one unforgettable night that’s become an annual tradition for
50,000 families, foodies and festival-goers. Sample delicious appetizers,
entrees and desserts, experience chef’s competition, cooking demonstrations and
exhibits. Bring a blanket to competitions at the NEW Culinary Arts
and Music Stage. Play at the Fun Zone and party with metro
radio stations. Time Frame: 5-10pm. Free admission, parking and
shuttles. For more information call (678) 297- 6000, ext. 1006.
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Pirate Island Pool Party: Alpharetta City Pool; Saturday,
June 6, 2009 6:00 PM
Celebrate the summer season with
your family and friends at the Pirate Island Pool Party! Alpharetta Recreation
and Parks Department will host this event on Saturday, June 6th from 6pm to 9pm
at the Alpharetta City Pool at Wills Park. Activities include
pirate-themed games, door prizes, Dj, and refreshments. 2009 Summer Pool
Passes will be on sale. Meet the 2009 Life Guard staff. Admission
is $3 per person. Pool Pass Holders are admitted free of charge.
For more information, call 678-297-6100 or email accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us.
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July 4th Festivities and Fireworks: Wills Park; Saturday,
July 4, 2009 5:00 PM
Celebrate Independence Day with
family and friends at the City of Alpharetta's annual fireworks show!
This event will be held on Saturday, July 4th at Wills Park. Activities
include children's games from 5pm to 8pm on the Event Lawn behind Alpharetta
Community Center; Entertainment from local bands from 6pm to 9pm on the Event
Lawn behind Alpharetta Community Center; Food vendors from 5pm to 9pm at
various locations throughout the park; and a Spectacular Fireworks Display
beginning at dusk. For more information, please contact Alpharetta
Recreation and Parks Department staff at 678-297-6143 or activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us.
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Friday Night Dive In: Alpharetta City Pool; Friday, July
17, 2009 7:30 PM
What could be more relaxing in
the heat of the summer than hanging out with your friends, floating around in a
pool, and watching one of your favorite movies? Friday Night Dive-In
will be held on Friday, July 17th at the Alpharetta City Pool at Wills
Park. Pool gates open at 7:30pm. Movie begins at dusk. Bring
your floats! Concessions will be available. General pool admission
is $3 per person. 2009 Pool Pass Holders are admitted free of charge.
For more information, contact Alpharetta Recreation and Parks at 678-297-6100
or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us.
Movie will be announced in May.
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8th Annual Youth Fishing Derby: Brookside Office Park Lake;
Saturday, July 25, 2009 8:00 AM
Children age 4 to 12 are invited
to test their fishing skills at the 8th Annual Youth Fishing Derby sponsored by
Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department. This event will be held on
Saturday, July 25th beginning at 8am at the lake near Brookside Office Park on
Old Milton Parkway. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must
provide their own fishing equipment and bait. Space is extremely
limited! Registration for this event begins in February. Admission
is free. For more information, call 678-297-6133 or email wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us.
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31st Annual Old Soldiers Day Race - Wills Park; Saturday,
August 1, 2009 7:00 AM
Join us for this family fun
event, now in its 31st year! The Old Soldiers Day Race includes a 5K and
10K race for people of all ages. Pre-registration ends Friday July 24th
at 4pm. All race applications and fees must be in-hand by this
time. Early-bird registration fee is $15 per person and includes an event
t-shirt. Registration will resume on race day at 6am. Race-day
registration fee is $20 - event t-shirts are not guaranteed to race-day
registrants. Pre-registered participants may pick up their race packet,
t-shirt and race number a few days before the event at the Alpharetta Community
Center. Dates/times for packet pickup will be posted on the City's
website. Volunteers are always needed to help with this event! If
you have any questions, please contact Alpharetta Recreation and Parks
Department staff at 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us.
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57th Old Soldiers Day Parade: Alpharetta City Hall;
Saturday, August 1, 2009 8:45 AM
Alpharetta City Band / 9:30am
Program / 10:15 Parade
The City of Alpharetta and the
American Legion Post 201 will hold the 57th Annual Old Soldiers Day Parade on
Saturday, August 1, 2009 in downtown Alpharetta. The parade is just one way
that our country’s war veterans are recognized for the service. A Memorial
Service will begin on Main Street in front of City Hall at 8:45 am music,
9:30 am program and 10:15 am parade. It will end at the American Legion
Post 201 on Wills Road for FREE food and activities.
Along with the program and parade, this celebration will also feature floats,
bands, entertainment, children’s activities, and prizes. Free hot dogs and
soft drinks will be available at the American Legion at 201 Wills Road. For more
information call 678-297-6078.
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2 Cool 4 School - Crabapple Government Center; Friday,
August 21, 2009 10:00 AM
Create awesome art projects that
illustrate the best parts of summer! 2 Cool 4 School will be held on
Friday, August 21st at Crabapple Government Center for children age 2 to 8
years. Parents may choose from 1 of 2 time slots - 10am to 12pm or
2pm to 4pm. No cost to participate. Call 678-297-6165 or email arts@alpharetta.ga.us
for more information and to pre-register.
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Old Milton Country Fair: Old Milton High School Grounds
(Milton Center) at 86 School Drive
Saturday, September 12, 2009 10am to 5pm
Free
Admission; Join us for a good, old-fashioned country fair! Come
celebrate the heritage of North Georgia with live bluegrass, barbecue &
country foods, square dancing, old-time children’s & carnival games, horse
rides, watermelon & pie eating contests…and more! Spend the day in Historic
Downtown Alpharetta with weavers, spinners, quilters, blacksmiths, candlemakers
and other folks demonstrating old-time crafts and trades. There’ll be farmers
with produce...pies, pickles, jams and jellies… antique
dealers...storytellers…dulcimer players...equestrian demonstrators…classic car
and train collectors...historical exhibits and re-enactments…and military
exhibits.
Bring your family and have fun with learing about North Georgia's
heritage! For further information contact the City of Alpharetta, Special
Events Office at 678-297-6000 ext 1006, 678-297-6078, or www.oldmiltoncountryfair.com.
Duluth City: Other Summer Activities -
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5th Annual Barefoot in the Park – May 9-10,
Duluth Town Green, FREE; Sat. 10-6, Sun 12-6, www.barefootinthepark.org ; Events
include art market, live entertainment, free face painting, live performances,
children’s art park, literary corner with storytelling, silent auction for
trips and much more.
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Brown Bag Lunch - Duluth Town Green - Brown Bag Lunches
are every Thursday, May 28 – August 6 from noon until 1:30pm. Bring your brown
bag lunch or purchase your lunch from one of our downtown restaurants and enjoy
wonderful live music in the Town Green. Make sure you're prepared for your
kids to get wet in the giant fountain!
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Duluth Celebrates America:
Scott Hudgens Park. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. Entertainment begins at 7:00 p.m.
on Friday, July 3rd
Berry Picking and Farm Tours –
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Blueberry Picking at Berry Patch Farms: www.berrypatchfarms.net Beginning
late June or early July (depending on the crop), last about a month; Mon-Sat
8am until dark, Sun 12pm until dark, double-check before you go. Grab a bucket
and fill it with the best blueberries in Georgia! Our blueberries are
never sprayed with pesticides. They are totally pesticide-free, so feel
free to eat them right off the bushes! Blueberries can be frozen for
your blueberry muffins, pancakes and desserts all year long. Go as early
as you can. It gets super hot, but the kids love it.
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Blueberry Hill: Cherokee County, Blueberries June
21-August 1; Hours: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays $2/quart. 199 Trinity
Lane, Free Home, GA (between Canton and Cumming at Ga. 20 and Ga. 372)
Phone 770-889-2131…Call before you go and bring containers, but he has buckets
if needed.
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Strawberry picking at Harry Stacy Farms
- 623 Poplar Road, Dallas, GA 30157. www.harrystacyfarms.com Phone:
770-443-0292. Crops are usually available in April, May. Open: Monday through
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm, but call ahead for
availability Payment: Cash, only.
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Pick Your Own Farms -To find more farms for picking fruits
and veggies – www.pickyourown.org
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Holy Cow Farm - farm for children to visit in
Alpharetta, petting area, stories, crafts, $8, 18 mo and under free, www.holycowfarm.com
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Cagle’s Dairy: www.caglesdairy.com, 362 Stringer Rd.,
Canton, GA 30115 770.345.5591
Check the website for the
schedule of farm tours and Dairy tours during the summer. Reservations
Required. Dairy, Summertime & Garden Tours·· Ages 2-92 $7—Under 2 yrs -
free—over 92-free! The MAiZE Tickets··Ages 2-92 $10—Under 2 yrs - free—over
92-free!
Downtown Atlanta Summer Activities -
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Centennial
Park - Family Fun Day every 4th Saturday April to
September from 12-4. Enjoy an afternoon of FREE, themed family fun once a
month from spring to fall at Centennial Olympic Park's Fourth Saturday Family
Fun Day! The event is full of interactive, entertaining and educational
activities for children and each Saturday features a different theme.
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May 23rd: Flights and Kites
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June 27: Great Outdoors
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July 25th: It’s about sports
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August 22nd: Games and Gadgets
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September 26th: Our Many Cultures
The fountains are open this
summer. Live music at lunch time on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Check
the web for other activities www.centennialpark.com.
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High
Museum - www.high.org - The
High offers multiple weekly drop in art-making programs for families, as well
as a variety of special family programs throughout the year. Most programs are
free with Museum admission ($18 for adults and $11 for children 6-17) and
children under six years of age always receive free admission. - Weekend
Family Tours: On Sat and Sun, the museum offers free family tours of the
permanent collection that leave from the Greene Family Learning Gallery at 2
p.m. In addition, Fulton County Residents get in free the first Saturday of
the month.
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Fernbank
Museum of Natural History - www.fernbank.edu; Special exhibit - Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
- February 14 through August 16, 2009
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Dinosaur Block Party - A Fernbank Family Fun Day - Saturday,
May 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Meet the new kids on the block! Join us for a
day of dinosaur-themed activities celebrating the arrival of Fernbank’s newest
dinosaur residents in the newly re-designed front plaza. Activities include a
dinosaur puppet factory, games and more! Cost: Included with Museum admission.
Free for members.
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Reptile Day - Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m.- Get up close and personal with some of nature’s most misunderstood
creatures—reptiles. An assortment of reptiles and amphibians will be on display
and members of the Georgia Herpetological Society will be on hand to answer
questions and educate guests on the importance of these animals. Cost: Included
with Museum admission. Free for members.
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Dinosaur Birthday Bash - Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. - Celebrate the world’s largest dinosaurs with a day of fun-filled,
dinosaur-themed activities, including a giant-sized birthday party in
commemoration of the eight anniversary of the permanent exhibition Giants of
the Mesozoic. Cost: Included with Museum admission. Free for members.
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Atlanta
Botanical Garden - www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org
- First and Third Wednesday at 10am is preschool story time. There are
lots of great Saturday kid events with the special exhibit so be sure to check
the website.
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Georgia Aquarium - The “Me & Mommy” ticket
is back! http://www.georgiaaquarium.org
For only $25 (they raised it $5,
but still a great deal), the “Me & Mommy” ticket includes Aquarium
admission for one adult, free admission for children age 5 and under (maximum four
children per paid adult) and free parking ($10 value). This offer is valid
Monday-Friday, now through May 22, 2009, and can only
be purchased online. You also have to bring the little ones along to take
advantage of this great offer. So take a day and come see everything at the
world's largest aquarium, big (beluga whales, whale sharks!) and small
(clownfish!).
Want to add to your adventure?
Take part in Growing
Guppies! "Growing Guppies" is our newest program,
designed to help your child (age 2-5) learn about the wonders of the ocean and
its many inhabitants.
"Growing Guppies" occurs every Thursday and
Sunday at 10:15 a.m. and lasts approximately 45 minutes. This program is for
children ages 2 to 5 years old. To learn more about the program and make a
reservation, please visit http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/exploreTheAquarium/growingguppies.aspx.
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Imagine It! Children’s Museum in Atlanta: Target Free Tuesdays
- The 2nd Tuesday of every month through December 31st, 2009 from 1:00
PM-7:00 PM.
Through a sponsorship by Target, admission is free for all
visitors who come during these special hours. The free timed tickets will be
available at the Museum starting at 1 p.m. during each Target Free Second
Tuesday, and the Museum will close at 7 p.m. Timed tickets are issued on a
first come first served basis as Museum capacity permits. Once the Museum
reaches capacity, tickets are only issued as capacity in the Museum becomes available.
Reservations are not accepted. Ages 8 and under. Exhibits: The Amazing Castle
Now through May 26th
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Little People® LIVE Musical Show at Zoo Atlanta: Saturday,
May 9 and Sunday, May 10, A fun-filled 40-minute musical extravaganza
celebrating one of the world’s best-known toy brands comes to Zoo Atlanta with
seven performances of the Fisher-Price. Little People® LIVE! Show is loaded
with entertaining characters, songs, dancing and surprises for younger
children, the traveling show commemorates the 50th anniversary of the launch of
the classic Little People® toys. Shows run in Zoo Atlanta’s Coca-Cola World
Studio in the Conservation Action Resource Center (ARC). Shows are FREE for Zoo
Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission, but seating will be
limited! Pick up show tickets in Flamingo Plaza or outside the ARC. Tickets on
a first-come, first-served basis.Show times:
Saturday, May 9 (9:30 a.m.
Members only, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m.)
Sunday, May 10 (11 a.m., 1:30
p.m., 3 p.m.)
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Atlanta History Center: www.atlantahistorycenter.com
- Magic Mondays 10:30-11:30, $5 or 6 depending on age and membership status,
designed for 18 months to 5
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Free Admission to museums for Bank of America Customers -
If you have a Bank of America account/card, free admission to these museums: Atlanta
History Center, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Fernbank, and Zoo Atlanta…All the
other cities listed here (for those summer vacations): http://museums.bankofamerica.com/;
Just show your BoA card (credit or atm) and picture ID. Every first
full weekend of every month this year. May 2nd and 3rd, June
7th and 8th, July 4th and 5th, August 1st and 2nd
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Atlanta Braves – Kid’s Day: Sunday, June 7 at Turner
Field. All upper level tickets are just $5
each for kids 14 & under. Plus, admission includes a
free trip to the Braves Museum, free games in Scouts Alley, & the chance to
run the bases, announce the starting lineup and play ball call. Oh, and it’s
Bat Day, which means the first 15,000 fans receive a free bat. In addition
there are several great deals for Braves tickets this summer such as…On
Tuesdays, upper reserved tickets are two for the price of one
($8). On Wednesdays, field/terrace pavilion tickets are two for the price of one
($22), and with valid ID or college students, members of the military, and AAA
members can buy upper box tickets at two for the price of one.
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Starlight Drive-In Movie Theatre: For a fun movie night, www.starlightdrivein.com.
Other Summer Activities on the Northside of Atlatna-
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Imaginations at PLAY: http://www.imaginationsatplay.com/
- Indoor interactive play center in Buford. Clean, great centers, and easy to
see more than one child at a time since there is an open set-up. $9 per kid
over 1yr. and adults are free. Address: 33 Buford Village Way, Suite 329, Buford,
GA 30518; Phone: 678-482-9156
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PLAY: Activity Center: in Roswell, http://playactivitycenter.com, Our
center provides Short Stay Child Care (up to 4 hours), Drop-In Play where you
stay and play with your child, private full service parties, Kid's Night Out
and a variety of class options. The Play facility includes two gyms that
feature foam pits, trampolines, inflatables, slides and more. Play also
has a Creative Play Area, Family Eating Area, Parent Lounge and Mom's
Room. Rates for Drop In Play is $9/child ($6/siblings) and $7/under
two's, however Wednesdays are 2 for 1 days so bring a friend and pay half
price.
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Children’s
Art Museum in Duluth: www.artsgwinnet.org
- The Children's Arts Museum dedicates part of its day to school and other
group tours, and part of its day to individuals and families. From 1 to 5
Tuesdays through Fridays and Saturdays from 10 to 5, individuals and families
are welcomed to come experience a variety of hands-on arts fun. There's
something for every age, from a "do-it-yourself" puppet theater, to a
magic kaleidoscope, to numerous art-related activities that teach art skills.
These activities are in addition to the professional art exhibitions in the
Children's Gallery and the student work displayed in the Rowe Promenade
Gallery. Also, visitors will want to experience the "Bus Stop"
children's gift shop as well as the "Glass Pyramid" art shop.
Admission is $5 for all over age 3, children 3 and under free, and this
admission price includes the total Hudgens Center for the Arts: Children's Arts
Museum, Main Galleries, and Weeks Sculpture Garden.
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Purple Hippo Art Studio
in Dunwoody, open Tues-Sat 10-6 and Sunday 12-6, open children's art studio http://www.purplehippoartstudio.com/
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INK: Children’s Museum - www.inkfun.org - interactive neighborhood
for kids in Gainesville, $8 Mon-Sa 10-5, $6 on Sunday 12-5
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Bogan Park – indoor water park in Buford – Opens
May 23rd www.gwinnettcounty.com
- "This indoor water facility is a great way to enjoy the water without
worrying about our little ones getting too much sun. They feature a
zero-depth leisure pool with interactive play structures and a water
slide. Leave the sunscreen at home and join us for some water play!
Cost: 3 yr. and
under-$1, 4-11 yr.- $3, 11-54 yr.- $4, 55 yr. and up- $2
Directions:
Take 400S to Exit 14 and take a left onto Hwy 20. Take a left onto SR-13
(Buford Hwy NE). Turn right onto Hamilton Mill Rd. Turn left onto
North Bogan Rd. The indoor facility is located in Bogan Community
Park."
*****Gwinnett
County has a new public swimming facility in Pickneyville (Near the Forum) that
is supposed to be great. Check the website for details.
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Chattahoochee
Nature Center - www.chattnaturecenter.com
Animal Encounters - June, July,
and August on Thursday & Friday at 10am & 3pm, plus a full calendar of
events, several of which are free with admission.
children $2 for 3-12 and $5
adults
For more ideas, see www.exploregeogia.org.
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Autrey
Mill Nature Reserve and Heritage Center – They offer nature
camps for children ages 4 – 10 and I believe they still have room left. In
addition there are several drop-in options for the preschool and school aged
kids.
So, even if you don't do the nature camp, Autrey Mill is well worth
visiting! The grounds are gorgeous and there is a little stream that you can
bring a lunch and sit out on the flat rocks with the kids for your picnic. The
surroundings don’t get better than that. More info is at www.autreymill.org.
- Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, www.gwinnettehc.org, Mon-Sat 10-5,
$10 adults, $6 children, free 2 and under, lower prices for Gwinnett
residents, enjoy this wonderful new environmental and education center,
walk on trails, bring a picnic, and enjoy the exhibits.
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Pottery Barn Kids Book Club: Every Tuesday from 11 –
11:30.
Receive a book club card at first story time and a prize after your
fifth time.
All ages welcome. Ongoing event.
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Story Time at Barnes
and Noble, check schedule at www.bn.com.
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Gwinnett Braves – Our Minor League team is the perfect
environment to take the kids and the location is much more convenient. Check
website for schedules and ticket prices. Children under 3 are free. http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/index.jsp?sid=t431
**Pottery
Barn Kids is no longer doing sing alongs.
***Startime
Entertainment is closed down