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Personalized Picture Books These colorful books by Mumablue allow parents to create a storybook character after a child. Write the name of the character, personalize the appearance, choose the story, attach an image of the child and a dedication. The 44-page book will be shipped in 8-12 days. Available at mumablue.com for $40 plus delivery.
Characters to Teach Life Skills Designed by a therapist, Slumberkins help promote positive life skills through books and accompanying stuffed characters. Choose from Relaxation with Slumber Sloth, Mindfulness with Yeti or Self-Esteem with Big Foot among others. Available at slumberkins.com for $42-$44 for book and character set.
App to Identify Plants and Animals With the Seek app, families can explore wildlife while camping, hiking or walking around the neighborhood. Test knowledge by choosing a list of nearby plants, animals, and fungi and collect photographs of as many species as you can. The app lets you earn badges as you photograph each species and shares interesting facts. Available for iOS and Android. inaturalist.org/pages/seek_app
Lego and Alexa Pair Up The new Lego Duplo Stories skill on Amazon Alexa helps kids develop language and social skills by playing out interactive stories. Toddlers will experience stories about animal or vehicle play using the Legos they have at home. For example, Alexa may talk about how a cow is playing in the field or a truck gets to work at a construction site. To begin, say “Alexa, open Lego Duplo Stories” and follow voice prompts.
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Healthier Happy Meals McDonald’s announced in a recent press release that the company plans to make improvements to the Happy Meal menu to offer more balanced meals and healthier options. This includes not listing cheeseburgers and chocolate milk on the menu (available at customer request) and replacing the small French fries with kid-sized fries. Learn more by visiting news.mcdonalds.com
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was flipping through a magazine when I caught the blur out of the corner of my eye. It was my 9-yearold running through the front lawn with her friends. I smiled as I realized I had just practiced a lazy way to be a better a mom: I did nothing. When my daughter had claimed she was bored five minutes before, I refused to entertain her. She could do something about it, after all. And so she did. I know other lazy ways to be a better parent, too. Who has time to read countless articles and books on being a better mom amidst laundry, homework, extracurricular activities, work, birthday parties and more? These 10 lazy ways to be a better parent require no more effort than reading this article and realizing that 1) you are already doing these, 2) you can easily do these, or 3) you will never do all of these – and that’s okay.
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Laugh with your kids
It’s easy, free and enjoyable. Even if you just laugh at stupid poop jokes, like my family does, laughing releases endorphins and gives you a subtle rush.
Sleep on it
With apologies to anyone in the newborn phase, moms of older kids can go to bed earlier, get up later, or take a short nap on the couch while the kids watch TV or YouTube. (I tried that last suggestion myself. Thumbs up!)
Stay hydrated
You’ll feel more contented if you’ve been drinking enough. Of course I mean water. Mostly. My teenager and I swing by the drivethru every so often to indulge in a large soda. Sure, there’s no nutritional value, blah blah blah. However, it makes me happy and my teenager loves it.
Say, “I love you”
Never mind if your daughter replies with “Great.” (True story.) Your kids, and their hearts, will blossom when they hear those words.
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Hug your kids
I like to grab my teen and give him a squeeze. He protests, but I think he likes it. Physical touch prevents illness and creates a tangible bond.
6 Do nothing 7 Be yourself
Let them be bored and figure out for themselves how to live with that or change that.
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Show them that you are not perfect and that everyone has flaws as well as awesomeness. I like to think I’m celebrating my imperfections when I sing the wrong lyrics to pretty much every song on the radio.
Listen
Once my daughter spent 20 minutes replaying every mundane moment of a dream. I spent 20 minutes nodding and saying, “Uh huh” while drinking coffee and watching the news. It worked for both of us.
Don’t compare your kids
10 Let them fail
To each other, to their friends, or to you. When my husband tells our son what he used to do to be a better hockey player in high school, my son’s eyes glaze over. There will always be someone who is faster, stronger, tougher, cuter, smarter, etc.
It takes effort to intervene and fix things for them. When my daughter tried to build a sidecar for her stuffed animals on her scooter, I knew it wouldn’t work. However, she needed to see for herself that 23 stuffed animals in a shoe box taped to her handlebars wouldn’t cut it. She reaped the benefits of resilience and perseverance from her failure and redesigned a working sidecar. So what if it held one stuffed animal, not 23?
You’re Invited to the 5th Annual Tower of Talent Presented by Tower Beer, Wine & Spirits
WHEN: Saturday, October 20 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center at City Springs
Atlanta’s most-talented kids ages 6 to 21 are showcased with ‘kids helping kids’ in this inspirational concert as they perform, sing and entertain. Mark your calendar for an extra special 5th Anniversary performance this year. The Annual Tower of Talent is inspired and underwritten by Michael Greenbaum, owner of Tower Beer, Wine & Spirits. The Tower of Talent has raised almost $1.5 Million (and counting) for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s music therapy program. All proceeds go directly to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.choa.org/toweroftalent atlantaparent.com
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Clay and Fitness
Vinings School of Art instructors teach children to create sculptures with clay, paint large canvas paintings and grout mosaics into serving trays among other skills. Campers can learn about famous artists, and work hands-on with the styles those artists used. They will also practice drawing techniques such as animation, perspective and portraiture. Camps include a one-hour daily PE/fitness class in the gym next door. Students can do art in the morning, a PE/fitness session and a different type of art in the afternoon for a well-balanced camp day. Choose five mornings (half days), afternoons, or full-day camp with affordable pricing. Three separate age groups of 10 students per classroom: 5-7 years, 7-10 years, 10-14 years. Optional Spanish, piano, or guitar lessons by expert instructors are available from 3:45 p.m.-6:45 p.m. for an additional fee. After and before care can be added. Weekly sessions June 4-Aug. 14. 678-213-4278; viningsschoolofart.com/summer-camps.html
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Safari Camp at Zoo Atlanta is one of the most unique settings for kids to enjoy the summer. The Zoo provides an immersive, educational experience that uses science-based investigations in our living laboratory. It’s more than a camp; it’s a personal exploration of our place in the natural world. Campers create a deeper connection to wildlife and wild places as they perform hands-on, minds-on exploration of nature, have up-close experiences with the Zoo’s animal ambassadors, make friends and have fun exploring animals from around the world. Ten sessions May 29-Aug. 3. Ages 4-14 separated by age group. 404-624-9453; zooatlanta.org.
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The Children’s Museum of Atlanta day camps combine learning through play for a full-package, engaging summer experience. Depending on theme, campers will create new recipes with a chef, experiment with chemical reactions and participate in robot Olympics or even learn about yoga. All camps feature playing on the museum’s exhibit floor, making take-home items such as instruments or crafts, playground time and water play in Centennial Olympic Park. Children will experience a little bit of everything and learn new skills while growing upon old ones. June 11-15, 18-22 and July 9-13 and 16-20. Ages 5-10 separated by age group. 404-527-3693; childrensmuseumatlanta.org
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Artistic Talents
Creativity and imagination take center stage this summer at the Spruill Center for the Arts with camps led by certified art instructors. The Creative Arts Camp for ages 5-6 includes visual arts, music, dance and storytelling. Campers ages 7-10 choose between visual or performing arts. Spruill’s Studio Arts Camps for ages 1114 offer a variety of art mediums including jewelry, ceramics, filmmaking, drawing, painting and more. Each week concludes with a show on Friday, where campers showcase their art and talent. Ten sessions May 29-Aug. 3. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 5-14 separated by age group. 770-394-3447; spruillarts.org.
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Artistic and Active
Whether your child is an athlete, artist or both, the City of Sandy Springs offers a variety of fun summer camps. Campers will have a blast in traditional day camp and sports camp, exploring the outdoors in Discover Nature camp and learning about performing and creating in theatre and art camps. Gymnastics camps start at the preschool level and even include a rhythmic gymnastics camp. Kids will be immersed in the arts, sciences and sports and taught by experienced staff members for an opportunity to learn new skills. June 4-Aug. 3. One-week sessions for ages 5-11. Preschool gymnastics: starting at age 3. 770-730-5600; registration. sandyspringsga.gov
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Summer Learning
KinderCare Learning Centers ignite curiosity with fun and hands-on summer camps. Oceanography, junior inventors, circus science and spy school are among the themes, which set up a summer of exploration and learning. Programs keep children’s minds and bodies active while they explore each subject. Even the youngest participants are engaged and stimulated by professionals who understand each stage of development. To add on to the camp experience, KinderCare also provides parents with ideas for learning activities at home. 22 Atlanta locations. May-August. Register for 1-12 weeks. Ages 6 weeks-12 years separated by age group. 888-525-2780; kindercare.com/summer.
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Knit or Craft
Campers can explore talents for sewing, photography and fashion design at Fabricate Studios. The camps are staffed by professional educators to guide kids and teens through a variety of projects including a beach tote, summer skirt, custom clutch and more. Whether your child is a beginner or has advanced skills, Fabricate offers the perfect fit with a variety of half-day camps for ages 5-15. All supplies are provided, including sewing machines, fabric and photography equipment. Sessions June 4-July 27. Year-round classes are also offered for kids and adults. West Midtown. 404-981-4665; fabricateatlanta.com
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Lasting Friendships
At YMCA Camp Thunderbird, your child will explore new heights of selfdiscovery, achievement, fun and friendships. The overnight, co-ed camp on the shores of Lake Wylie, SC is the setting where lives have changed for over 80 years. Campers feel a sense of belonging and build lasting friendships as they grow in understanding themselves and in empathy for others. Dive into fun activities like wake sports, sailing, horseback, paintball, guitar, tennis and more. Sessions begin June 3. Limited space available for one-, two- and three-week sessions. Ages 6-16. Register for a safe, nurturing and unforgettable experience that will inspire your child to soar. campthunderbird.org; 704-716-4100.
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on Tennis Skills
Camp at Smith Stearns Tennis Academy immerses students in tennis training during the important summer months. After training with world-class coaches, and other players with similar goals, participants will leave the Academy knowing they received the best instruction to achieve their goals in high school tennis or at the National level. The camp helps build a strong foundation of tennis skills, but also includes summer fun like trips to the beach on weekends, fireworks, bowling, movies and more. May 28-Aug. 31. 11 week sessions for ages 8-18. Full housing program available with transportation, food and laundry assistance. Located in Hilton Head, SC. 843-363-4789; smithstearns.com/programs/summer-camps.
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Beach Time! Take along these beach essentials for a carefree day in the sun or evening fun.
No More Wet Messes Put those wet bathing suits inside Itzy Ritzy’s sealed wet bag and keep sand, moisture and smells contained (some moms use them for diapers or wet baby clothes, too). The machine washable bags come in stylish patterns, in medium (11 by 14 inches) and large (14 by 17 inches). Available at itzyritzy. com; $17.99 and $21.99.
Ever So Cool Yeti’s soft-sided shoulder-bag cooler, The Hopper, isn’t cheap but it is effective, keeping ice from melting for days. It’s sturdy and leak-proof and easy to transport to the beach or camping. Available at yeti.com and sporting goods stores; $249 for The Hopper Flip 12, which holds 13 cans and ice.
Have a Ball Soccer on the beach doesn’t have to end at nightfall with NightBall Soccer. The ball has built-in motion-activated LEDs that are water resistant, so no worries if it rolls into the ocean. Tangle Creations also manufactures light-up a basketball, flying disc, football, badminton racket, and a glowing bat and ball for more nighttime fun. Soccer ball $24.99 at tanglecreations.com, amazon.com, Walmart and other major retailers.
Good Looking Giggly Goggles aren’t just eye-catching, they’re functional and easy to use, too. There’s no need for adjustment each time and they stay in place, plus lenses are fog-free and the goggles can be personalized with name or initials so they won’t get lost. Available in three sizes (toddlers, kids or teens) at daphdaph. com, amazon.com and Walmart. $25.
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Cotton Up to These Two Poncho Towel: Made from bamboo cotton with a terry cloth interior, Kindhood’s children’s poncho towels are fast drying, antibacterial and protective against UV rays. A hood and pouch pocket keep kids warm on breezy days or evenings. Available in sizes XS to L from kindhood.com. $57. Keep Off, Sand! Absorbent, light-weight, quick-drying and sandresistant, Hoa Kai’s hand-loomed towels are made for the beach, plus they help support weavers in a small village in southeastern Turkey. The Hawaii Collection is 100 percent cotton and comes in aloha, pineapple, birds of paradise and camouflage print. Available at hoakaisurf.com; $48.95 for 68- by 38-inch towel.
Quick, It’s a Tent Pacific Breeze’s Easy Set Up Beach Tent uses a hub system to make it one of the fastest and easiest tents to set up or take down. It protects against sun and rain, has windows for ventilation, is light and compact to carry and has room for four. Available at pacificbreeze.com and amazon.com. $69.99
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Three Fun Options No need for a hassle when applying sunscreen to your kids this summer: Sensitive Solution: Kids with sensitive skin will appreciate La RochePosay’s fragrance-free Anthelios Dermo-Kids SPF 60 sunscreen. It’s easy to apply and is water resistant up to 80 minutes. Available at laroche-posay.us; $19.99 for 6.7 ounces Get a hint: The SPF 30 hint sunscreen is made with fruit essences so it smells like grapefruit, pear or pineapple, and the spray application lets you get good coverage quickly. Once on, it has 80 minutes of water resistance. Available at Target or drinkhint.com; $19.99 for a 6-ounce can.
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Sparkling Results: Sea Star Sparkle SPF 50 sunscreen has bits of glitter so your child will want to slather it on. It is water resistant for up to 80 minutes and comes with pink, gold or rainbow glitter. Available at sunshineglitter. com; $18.95 for 4 ounces.
Sunscreen Dos and Don’ts l Do apply sunscreen generously. l Don’t expect sunscreen to last all day; apply every two hours or after swimming. l Do pick a product that’s broad spectrum, has an SPF of 30 or higher and is water resistant. l Don’t use spray sunscreens directly on your child’s face or mouth; apply to your hands first and smooth on. l Do apply sunscreen even on cloudy days, when 80 percent of the sun’s rays can filter through the clouds. l Don’t use sun screens with PABA or oxybenzone. Source: Children’s Health Care of Atlanta
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HAVE FUN. HELP OTHERS.
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Supports: Alex’s Lemonade Stand Two years ago, when Meghan and Ryan Bowie of Sandy Springs started looking for a way to support childhood cancer research, they found Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Their son Burke, now 6, was being treated for a neuroblastoma, a solid tumor cancer of the nerve cells. “At the time of diagnosis, his cancer had metastasized from head to toe and he was really sick,” she says. He’s doing very well now, clear of cancer for two years.” Because Burke was so young, the 18 Atlanta Parent June 2018
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lemonade stand was one of the few ways he and his sisters, Karaline, now 9, and Elia, now 3 ½, could help the cause. “We set it up at the end of our driveway on a busy road,” Meghan says, and magic started to happen. In no time, neighbors and passersby were stopping and dropping small bills, usually $1 or $5, or change into the collection bucket for a cup of lemonade, with some noteworthy exceptions. “We had people we didn’t even know putting $100 bills into the bucket,” she says. Others donated $10 or $20. The family raised close to $2,500 during the one-day operation that year, and about the same amount the following year.
The whole family is involved in setting up and operating the stand. The foundation helps with the set-up, providing how-to information, banners and printed signs, and even bracelets and temporary tattoos. Karaline adds her own colorful artwork, and working on the lemonade stand helped her better understand and deal with Burke’s illness, Meghan says. The kids also are learning a little about running a business, greeting customers and counting money. This year’s stand will be set up on June 16. To find out more, visit alexslemonade. org (to make a donation to the Bowies’ lemonade stand, click on “donate” and search for Burke Bowie). atlantaparent.com
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Supports: Swim Across America Payton Nabors has been an avid swimmer for the past eight years so it’s not a surprise he’s been involved with Swim Across America the past three years. This year, though, he’s really involved. Events organized for Swim Across America benefit pediatric cancer research at the Aflac Cancer Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The big event this year is Sept. 22 at Lake Lanier. Hundreds of swimmers and supporters will gather for an open water swim and younger kids will be jumping in for a fun “duck splash.” Payton, 14, will be part of that open swim, along with his SwimAtlanta teammates. He raised about $500 through sponsorships for each of the last two swims, but this year, “I decided to go bigger,” he says. He’s surpassed his $2,500 goal and is aiming for $3,000. This year, Payton and his mom Krystal Nolan purchased 48 pink flamingos, and Payton set about tending his flocks. He moved four flocks from lawn to lawn around his Lawrenceville neighborhood, asking for a $15 contribution to remove them, $20 to move them to a specific neighbor’s lawn and $30 to keep them from ever returning. Neighbors were happy to support the cause. Payton and Krystal also organized a nationwide swim team cap exchange asking swimmers to pay $5 to exchange caps, something kids often do at swim meets. That’s brought in $700 so far. “The nice thing about Swim Across America is that as kids get older, participation can go up. And younger kids can still just go and have fun with their friends and family,” Krystal says. Payton also volunteers with the Lawrenceville Elementary’s Bags of Hope program, packing weekend food bags for kids who might otherwise go hungry. Find out more at swimacrossamerica.org.
Payton and his mom purchased 12 pink flamingos ... He moved them around his neighborhood and asked for a $15 contribution to remove them, $20 to move them to a specific neighbor’s lawn and $30 to keep them from ever returning.
THE BRAMLETTS
Supports: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park The Bramlett family got involved with volunteering at the park long before there was a Bramlett family. Lewis and Beth Bramlett met at the park while hiking and were involved with the Kennesaw Mountain Trail Club in its early years, volunteering to move rocks and shovel dirt to maintain trails on weekends. Sons Andrew, 12, and Daniel, 10, are a little young to join the club’s trail maintenance days, so they spend lots of time helping the park in other ways. Lewis homeschools the boys and they spend part of the day on Mondays at the Visitors’ Center, greeting visitors, helping set up displays, doing research or working on special events. On Saturdays when the park’s shuttle bus takes visitors to the top of the mountain, Andrew is often the tour guide. The family collects memorabilia connected to the park’s history – not Civil War artifacts but things like historic brochures or postcards, souvenir china and spoons sold prior to 1902, or as Lewis says, atlantaparent.com
“an oddball collection of stuff.” Andrew and Daniel have on occasion set up parts of the collection in the Visitors’ Center to talk about it with park guests. For Junior Ranger Day recently, the boys stuffed bags for the event, helped set up and register about 60 kids and helped with some of the activities. They also assist with other events for the park during the year.
Andrew and Daniel both volunteer for many of the Kennesaw Parks and Recreation big events. Andrew is the Vice President of the Kennesaw Historical Society and also serves on the Cemetery Preservation Commission, the youngest member ever. “The boys are always looking for other volunteer activities,” Lewis says. Cont’d on page 20
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Supports: Pebble Tossers A couple of years ago, Karl and Christina Ostertag were looking for ways to volunteer as a family. Both worked building Habitat for Humanity houses and completed other sporadic volunteering, usually without the kids. When Christina found Pebble Tossers in an online search, the family’s volunteering ignited. The organization (pebbletossers. com) matches families looking to volunteer together with projects and organizations that need them. The Douglasville couple and kids Ashley, 15, Heidi, 13, and Karl III, 11, are volunteering most every weekend, and Christina has become a service leader for Pebble Tossers. A lot of those opportunities involve outdoor time, and the family’s list is impressive: BeltLine Beautification, picking up trash along a section adopted by Pebble Tossers and helping plant 500 daffodils; cleaning part of Peachtree Creek for the Chattahoochee River Keeper (17 golf balls, two soccer balls, four tires and many bags of trash); spreading mulch at Big Trees Forest Preserve, and participating in Kids Recycle Day at CH@RM, the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials. They’re also leaders at My Sister’s House homeless shelter for the monthly Friday fun night and prepare lunches for the Zaban Paradies Shelter. Recently, the girls volunteered for the Publix Georgia Marathon through the Atlanta Track Club, setting up water tables and cheering on runners. “When I started looking for ways to volunteer with my kids, on my own it was a bit of a struggle,” Christina says. “With Pebble Tossers, there is an abundance!” Find out more at pebbletossers.com
When Christina found Pebble Tossers in an online search, the family’s volunteering ignited. The organization matches families looking to volunteer together with projects and organizations that need them.
THE HASSANS
Supports: New Covenant Christian Ministries, Pebble Tossers Hundreds of relocated refugees come to the annual block party in Clarkston organized by volunteers from 10 churches, and that’s where you’ll find Tanya Hassan and her kids, Ata, Amari and Ariana. Tanya is a leader in outreach ministry for her church. The family helps organize and run the carnival part of the event – the bouncy houses, face painting, games and concessions. For this and many other volunteer projects, Ata, 16, who’s on his school’s football team, does a lot of the heavy lifting. “We use his muscles,” Tanya says with a smile. But he’s also helping in other ways. When the family visits a senior center once a month, he connects with the men and reads to a blind woman. At My Sisters House homeless shelter where the family volunteers through Pebble Tossers, he’s surrounded by the young boys. “The boys kind of hang on him,” Tanya says. “He reads to them, plays with them. They think of him as a big brother.” Amari and Ariana, 13-year-old twins, are in their school’s Beta Club, which also encourages volunteering. “They started volunteering with mom to get credit for school, and found that they have a heart for service,” Tanya says. At the homeless shelter, they help with talent shows, science demonstrations and crafts with the kids; at the senior center, they’re visiting with seniors and working with them on craft projects. “We’re all together when we volunteer,” Tanya says. “That’s our family time. As Christians, that’s what we were meant to do.” 20 Atlanta Parent June 2018
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Many organizations welcome families who volunteer together. Try one of these ideas.
KEEPING UP APPEARANCES
HAPPY TRAILS
n Atlanta BeltLine Beautification Project: Volunteer with Pebble Tossers (pebbletossers.com) to maintain a section of the BeltLine, picking up trash or debris, cleaning signs or fixtures and doing special projects. Cleanup is the second Saturday of each month, 9:30-11 a.m. (next date is June 16).
n Kennesaw Mountain Trail Club: Families can volunteer for trail work days on the second Saturday of each month, 8 a.m.-noon. The trail work is more appropriate for teenagers and older, but younger kids can do small tasks such as raking leaves. Find out more at kennesawmountaintrailclub.org.
n Lost Corner Preserve: This 24-acre preserve and park in Sandy Springs has trails, a greenhouse, a community garden and pond and needs help with trail maintenance, removing invasive plants and restoring native plants. Sign up though pebbletossers.com; the next volunteer dates are 9 a.m.-noon June 9 and July 14. n Hands On Atlanta: Volunteer for a variety of projects, including BeltLine beautification, distributing food to families through Southwest Ecumenical Emergency Assistance Center’s mobile unit and providing lunch to needy kids in their neighborhoods through Action Ministries Inc. The organization has lots of indoor opportunities, too. Find out more at handsonatlanta.org n Piedmont Park Conservancy, Chastain Park Conservancy and Grant Park Conservancy: Participate with the family in regularly scheduled cleanup days at the parks, picking up trash, weeding and more. Information at piedmontpark.org, chastainparkconservancy.org and gpc8.wildapricot.org. n Trees Atlanta: Families with children ages 12 and older can volunteer for tree maintenance projects from April through September; all ages are welcome for meadow and tree-planting projects from October through March. Contact treesatlanta.org.
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n Big Trees Forest Preserve: The preserve on 30 acres in Sandy Springs needs families to plant flowers, spread mulch and do trail maintenance; next volunteer dates are June 9 and July 14, 9:30-11 a.m. Find out more at pebbletossers.com.
SUPPORTING A GOOD CAUSE n BlazeSports 2018 Olympic Field & Track Meet: The event needs volunteers to help with hospitality, registration, timing events, measuring distances for field events, working concessions, serving lunch, and with set up and clean up, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 23 at Centennial High School in Roswell. Volunteer through pebbletossers.com; volunteers must be at least age 16. n Community Garden of the Atlanta Community Food Bank: Volunteer through pebbletossers.com to help maintain the produce garden at the Villages at Carver, doing weeding and plant maintenance. Gardening is 9 a.m.-noon July 10; volunteers must be at least age 8. n Appreciation Station at Marietta Square Art Walk: Volunteers will staff a table at the art walk, 5-9 p.m. Aug. 3, to encourage people to take the time to write thank you notes for help they’ve received personally or to thank the military for their service. Volunteer through Little Helpers of Atlanta, which organizes monthly volunteer efforts for families; find the organization at facebook.com.
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Celebrating Dads:
Facts about Fatherhood by Pam Molnar
In 1966 when President Lyndon Johnson designated the third Sunday in June as Father’s Day. It took another six years before President Richard Nixon signed it into permanent law.
$12.5 billion:
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70.1 million:
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Estimated amount spent on Father’s Day in 2014, with an average of $114 spent per person on their dad.
The estimated number of fathers in the United States. (National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse)
Percentage of fathers who are the primary grocery shopper in the family – up 10% since 1995.
Percentage of dads think they are more involved with their children than their fathers were.
Percentage of men who get some paid paternity leave today. Paternity leave was unheard of just a generation ago.
The average age of a first-time father.
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Percentage of children in the U.S. who live in households headed by single fathers, compared to 1% in 1960.
Percentage of men reported that they are home primarily as caregivers, an increase from just 5% in 1989. (Pew Research, 2010)
A 2008 Newcastle University study showed that men with many brothers are more likely to have sons and those with several sisters are more likely to have daughters.
FATHER’S DAY AROUND THE WORLD n Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, India, Argentina and the Netherlands celebrate on the third Sunday in June. n Portugal, Belgium and Spain celebrate their fathers on St. Joseph’s Day (March 19). n Australia, New Zealand and Sweden celebrate the first Sunday in September.
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 17
DADS IN THE WILD MOST POPULAR GIFTS FOR DAD n Cards n Taking dad on a special outing n Clothes n Gift cards
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n Male sea horses get pregnant when their female counterpart deposits her eggs into his brood. The average sea horse has 100-200 babies. n Hardhead catfish males carry their fertilized eggs in their mouth for 60 days. n Male Emperor Penguins keep their eggs balanced on their feet and covered by their belly to protect them from the artic temperatures.
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas: Beyond the Shirt and Tie By Pam Molnar
Dads rarely give us hints on what they want for Father’s Day; here are some ideas for every type of dad.
For the Foodie/Grill Master n Dollar Store Finds: Oven mitts, grill cleaners, butane lighters, meat thermometers and a wide variety of utensils. n Personalize it: Check out Etsy for custom branding irons for steaks or monogrammed cutting boards. n Classes/Tickets: Sign dad up for a cooking class at Sur La Table or get him tickets to Taste of Atlanta. n Handmade: Make an apron with everyone’s handprint.
For the Sports Fan / Active Dad n Dollar Store Finds: Water bottles, dry gear bags, cinch backpacks, cooling towels and hand warmers. n Personalize it: fansedge.com offers personalized jerseys and other team gear. Also check out dickssportinggoods.com. n Tickets: Buy Braves or Atlanta United tickets and take dad to a game. n Handmade: If dad saves programs and ticket stubs, make him a scrapbook. Complete it with pictures from the game. Cont’d on page 24
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas For the Outdoorsy Dad n Dollar Store Finds: Hand sanitizer, rain ponchos, garden gloves or all-purpose knife. n Personalize it: Personalization Mall offers personalized fishing lures and bait buckets for the fisherman in the family. n Tickets: Check out rvia.org for a list of RV and camping shows around the U.S. n Handmade: Have the kids create campfire starters out of coffee filters stuffed with rosemary sprigs, lavender and dried orange peels. Seal with embroidery thread.
For the Dad Who Travels n Dollar Store Finds: Travel mugs, puzzles books, car chargers and travel-sized items. n Personalize it: A leather wrapped writing journal is great for travelers. Get two so you can exchange them and read each other’s experiences without missing anything. n Tickets: Get dad tickets to a tour or museum in the town he is traveling to for business. n Handmade: Make dad a luggage handle wrap with fabric and Velcro so he can find his bag quickly.
For the TV Junkie/ Movie Lover n Dollar Store Finds: Popcorn tubs, microwave popcorn and theatre candy. n Personalize it: Order a personalized blanket or quilt depicting his favorite shows. n Tickets: Take dad to the CNN Center for a tour of the newsrooms or on one of the Atlanta Movie Tours depending on his interest. n Handmade: Create your own armchair caddy for a spot that dad can store the remote, his glasses, magazines and snacks.
For the Music Lover n Dollar Store Finds: Mini speakers, armband phone holder and ear buds. n Personalize it: Create a playlist on a CD or on spotify.com and send it to him. n Classes: How about music lessons for the dad who always wanted to try the guitar? n Handmade: Create a set of music scale wine glasses with stickers or etching so Dad can play the glass harp on the rims.
For the Handyman n Dollar Store Finds: Duct tape, small tools, rope and bungee cords, plastic organizers for small parts. n Personalize it: Check out Etsy for customized personal tool belts. n Classes: Sign dad up for DIY classes at your local hardware store. Look for DIY home improvement workshops. n Handmade: Check out Pinterest for DIY tool kit that wraps around the side of a 5-gallon bucket.
For the Reader For the Car Geek n Dollar Store Finds: Air fresheners, car charger adapters, buckets and sponges. n Personalize it: Order custom car bumper stickers at makestickers.com or a custom license plate on Etsy. n Tickets: Dad would love to drive a race car with the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Atlanta Motor Speedway or a Porsche at the Porsche Driving Experience. n Handmade: Make dad a key chain with a family photo or his favorite car emblem.
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n Dollar Store Finds: LED booklight, reading glasses (cheaters) and glasses cases. n Personalize it: Amazon sells customized book embossers that read “From the Library of”. n Tickets: Get Dad tickets to see his favorite author speak. Check out bookstores, libraries and author websites for events near you. n Handmade: Make Dad handmade bookmarks, hand painted coffee mugs and coasters.
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Time with Dad
There are plenty of opportunities this Father’s Day to show Dad how much he’s appreciated. Dads get in free to these four family attractions.
Get in Free:
n Zoo Atlanta: Fathers will enjoy free admission with purchase of any regularly-priced child’s or adult’s general admission ticket. June 17. 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-624-9453. Dads, free; Adults, $25.99; ages 3-11, $17.99; ages 2 and younger, free. zooatlanta.org
More Fun with Dad: Atlanta Fatherhood Expo and Job Fair
n Children’s Museum of Atlanta: Learn about how Father’s day is celebrated around the world through different stories and dance, build a tie holder, make an “all about dad poster” and more. June 17. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Activities: 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437. Dads, free; $15.95-$18.95; younger than 1, free. childrensmuseumatlanta.org
Celebrate fatherhood with a children’s entertainment area, giveaways, presentations, resources for fathers and more. June 16. 1-5 p.m. Greenbriar Mall. 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy. SW, Atlanta. 770-804-9800. Admission, free for families. fathersincorporated.com
n College Football Hall of Fame: Dads get free entry on Father’s Day. June 17. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 250 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta. 404-880-4800. Adults, $21.99; dads, free; ages 3-12, $17.99; ages 2 and younger, free. cfbhall.com n Stone Mountain Park: In honor of Father’s Day, receive one free All-Attractions Pass for dad per family with purchase of one All-Attractions Pass. June 17. 10 a.m.8 p.m. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 800-401-2407. Dads, free; Ages 12 and older, $34.95; ages 3-11, $29.95; parking, $15-$20. stonemountainpark.com
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Cumberbatch Peete, Marcia, MD ABC Pediatric Group, Stone Mountain Darby, Scott, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville Dijamco, Arlene, MD All Worlds Health & Pediatrics, Roswell Doud, Forrest, MD Forrest J. Doud MD, Social Circle Drayton, Dekisha, MD Princeton Lakes Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Parents are choosy when it comes to medical care for their children. Atlanta Parent asked our readers – moms and dads just like you – to nominate pediatricians that they would recommend. We wanted to know why your child’s doctor is special and you told us. Go online to learn why these pediatricians are mom-approved. PEDIATRICIANS Akey, Kenneth, MD Kenneth Akey MD Pediatrics, Newnan Aldridge, Sarah, MD Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Sandy Springs Alegria, Jamilet, MD CentreSpring MD Johns Creek Arora, Vijay, MD Lilburn Pediatrics, Lilburn Augustine, Rose, MD Cumming Pediatric Group, Cumming
Brugner, Briana, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw Bufe, Ashley, MD Children’s Medical Group, Decatur Burnham, Robert, MD Roswell Pediatric Center, Cumming Butler-Rice, Angela, MD Amazing Pediatrics, Decatur Calk, Thomas, MD Children’s Medical Group, Atlanta Carter II, Stephen, MD West Atlanta Pediatrics, Lithia Springs
Axelrod, Maria, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Chaplin, Karen, MD A Kids World Pediatrics, Fayetteville
Bataille, Fredly, MD Intown Pediatrics, Atlanta
Chheda, Shefali, MD Harmony Pediatrics, Alpharetta
Benaroch, Roy, MD Pediatric Physicians, Roswell
Chugani, Reshma, MD Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center, Atlanta
Beno, Luke, MD Kaiser Permanente Cascade Medical Center, Atlanta
Clark, Gerald, MD North Fulton Pediatrics, Roswell
Berenson, Gloria Ana, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Alpharetta
Clay, Pamela, MD Kaiser Permanente Medical Center at Gwinnett, Duluth
Bergman, David, MD The Pediatric Place, Johns Creek Bien, Elizabeth, MD Pediatric Physicians, Roswell Biggs, Jennie, MD Pediatric Physicians, Roswell Blair, Fiona, MD ABC Pediatric Group, Stone Mountain
Coleman, Maria, MD Jonesboro Pediatrics, Jonesboro Colon, Enid, MD WellStar Medical Group Pediatric Professionals, Marietta Colton, Kevin, MD Children’s Medical Group, Atlanta
Brichant, Kathie, MD Tri-County Pediatrics, Stockbridge
Combes Osacar, Ana, MD WellStar Pediatric & Adolescent Center, Smyrna
Brown, Lauren, MD Peachtree Park Pediatrics, Atlanta
Cooper, Jeff, MD Cooper Pediatrics, Duluth
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Ecklund, David, MD Kaiser Permanente Cumberland Medical Center, Atlanta Ellerine, Nicole, MD Peachtree Park Pediatrics, Atlanta Ellis, Annisha, MD WellStar Pediatric & Adolescent Center, Austell Fairlie, Tarayn, MD Kaiser Permanente Medical Center at Gwinnett, Duluth Faroqui, Mahnaz, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville Flowers, Raymond, DO Bi-County Pediatrics, Douglasville Fotion, Reid, MD Snellville Pediatrics, Snellville Furr, Christine, MD Children’s Medical Group, Johns Creek Gfroerer, Terrence, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody Godfrey-Kittle, Andrew, MD DeKalb Pediatric Center, Decatur Goodloe, Adele, MD Northside Pediatrics, Woodstock Graham, Fitzroy, MD Graham Pediatrics of Woodstock, Woodstock Green, Lindsay, MD Pediatric Physicians, Roswell Greenwald, Jodi, MD North Fulton Pediatrics, Roswell Hardin, Amy, MD Northside Pediatrics, Woodstock Henderson, Shonte, MD Ivy League Pediatrics, Lawrenceville Herd, Hal, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Sugar Hill Herrmann, Carol, MD Rainbow Kids Pediatrics, Decatur Herron, Merinda, MD Herron Pediatrics, Atlanta Hill, Andrea, MD Monroe Pediatrics, Monroe and Loganville Hill, Allison, MD Northside Pediatrics, Woodstock Hopkins, Jeffrey, MD Northside Pediatrics, Sandy Springs
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Hosch, Dara, MD Cobb Pediatrics, Marietta
Montgomery-McGuire, Eva, MD WellStar Pediatrics, Atlanta
Stebbins, Stanton, MD Pediatric Physicians
Jackson, Vanna, MD Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Sandy Springs
Morgan, Bakari, MD PAMPA Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Roswell
Steele, Sharon, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Dacula
Jackson, Joanne, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Dacula Jattan-Cunningham, Lynette, MD Conyers Pediatrics, Covington Johnson, Yolanda, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Sugar Hill Kazi, Megan, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville
Nix, Tamara, MD PAMPA Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Woodstock Norwood, Dorsey, MD Life Cycle Pediatrics, East Point Nwaneri, Michael, MD Omega Pediatrics, Roswell Ologunja, Kola, MD Spectrum Pediatric Group, Kennesaw Philip, Tiji, MD Northside Pediatrics, Woodstock
Kelly, Linda, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody
Pitts, John, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Kendall, Cheryl Jones, MD We Care Pediatric and Adolescent Group, East Point
Price, Carol, MD Clairmont Pediatrics, Decatur
Knox, John Charles, MD North Atlanta Pediatric Associates, Atlanta Koenig, Alison, MD Piedmont Pediatrics, Atlanta Kubagawa, Homare, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville Levitt, Richard, MD North Fulton Pediatrics, Roswell Long, Mark, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw Loventhal, Gary, MD Children’s Wellness Center, Atlanta Lynes, Nathan, MD West Atlanta Pediatrics, Dallas Manley, Valarie, MD Children First Pediatrics, Fayetteville Marcus, Peggy, MD Dekalb Pediatric Center, Decatur Marcus, Sally, MD Northside Pediatrics, Woodstock
Price, LaKimberly, MD Intown Pediatrics, Brookhaven Quraishi, Mustafa, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody Quisling, Yvette, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Sugar Hill Ransom, Lindsey, MD West Atlanta Pediatrics, Lithia Springs Reisman, Gerald, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody Roberts, Lisa, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Duluth Rodbell, Kevin, MD Sage Hill Pediatrics, Atlanta Roe, David, MD Piedmont Pediatrics, Atlanta Saade, Daniel, MD West Cobb Medical Group, Marietta Schuh, Jonathan, MD Kennestone Pediatric Associates, Marietta
Mauer, Catherine, MD The Kids Specialists, Stockbridge
Sellers-Scott, Adrene, MD Kaiser Permanente Southwood Medical Center, Jonesboro
Maxey, Joy, MD Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center, Atlanta
Sells, Deneta, MD Intown Pediatrics, Atlanta
McKinnon, Elizabeth, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Seth, Jagdish, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Mekelburg, Kirsten, MD Children’s Wellness Center, Atlanta
Sherwinter, Julius, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody
Messick, Christian, MD Pediatric Associates of Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville
Shore, Steven, MD Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Sandy Springs
Metzig, Natalie, MD Northside Pediatrics, Sandy Springs
Singleton, Herbert A., MD Kaiser Permanente Crescent Centre Medical Center, Tucker
Miller, Rogena, MD WellStar Primary Care Center, Smyrna Molock, Suzanne, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Dacula
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Stewart, Danita, MD A Kids World Pediatrics, Fayetteville Stickney, George, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville Stokes, TaShawna, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw Stolle Ashley, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Duluth Strauss, Peter, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw Szabo, Richard, MD North Fulton Pediatrics, Roswell Unachuwku, Nneka, MD Ivy League Pediatrics, Lawrenceville van Putten, Erica, MD Cobb Pediatrics, Marietta Verras, Athanasios, MD Verras Pediatrics, Tucker Vigil, J. Vincent, MD Children’s Medicine, Lawrenceville Washington, Keyana, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Lawrenceville Weiss, Philip, MD North Atlanta Pediatric Associates, Atlanta Wells-Jarrett, Estonna, MD Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Sandy Springs Welsh-Evans, Monique, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Duluth Wexler, Eve, MD Briarvista Pediatrics, Atlanta Wilburn, Kelly, MD Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody Wilson, Brittany, MD Trinity Medical & Dental Pediatric Centers, Fayetteville Wilson, Kisha, MD Southside Pediatrics, Stockbridge Wilson-Phillips Lynette, MD Decatur Pediatric Group Clarkston Winters-Smith, Lisa, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw Wise, Kimberly, MD Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Sandy Springs Young, Earl, MD West Atlanta Pediatrics, Dallas
Smiley, Susan, MD Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Sugar Hill
Yount, Sarah, MD Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw
Smith, Ron, MD Ron Smith MD, McDonough
Zucker, Laura, MD North Fulton Pediatrics, Roswell
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Reshma Chugani, MD and Joy Maxey, MD Dr. Joy Maxey founded Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center over 27 years ago. The pediatricians and staff of Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center are dedicated to providing the highest quality, personalized care for each child they see. They endeavor to do this by using cutting edge medical science combined with the kind of caring and compassion that they would want for their own families. Dr. Maxey and Dr. Chugani are honored to be nominated among their peers for the 2018 Mom Approved Doctors. Our doctors are available 24/7/365. We focus on taking care of the whole child. Our goal is to get to the root of your child’s problem, not just treat the symptoms. We offer well visits, sick visits, sports physicals, nutritional counseling, behavioral counseling, vaccines and health screenings. At ACCC, we take the time to listen to you and your child about your concerns and answer all of your questions. We would love to meet you and have an opportunity to serve you. Please visit us at atlchildrens.com to learn more about how our family can help your family.
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Dunwoody Pediatrics
Dr. Julius Sherwinter opened Dunwoody Pediatrics and began practicing in Dunwoody more than 30 years ago. The pediatricians and staff at Dunwoody Pediatrics take great pride in assisting you in raising healthy, happy children. With a combined experience of more than 100 years in pediatrics, our professionals extend the greatest caliber of care for you and your children. Dr. Sherwinter, Dr. Reisman, Dr. Berenson, Dr. Wilburn, Dr. Gfroerer, Dr. Kelly and Dr. Quraishi are honored to be nominated among their peers for the 2018 Mom Approved Doctors. They each bring a unique perspective to medicine with their training, experience and medical focus. Some areas of their expertise include Pediatric Nutrition, Obesity, ADHD, Kidney Disease, Hypertension, Gastroenterology, Adoption and Foster Care. All Dunwoody Pediatric Physicians are Board Certified in Pediatrics and Fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics. For more information on their Providers, office hours and office locations that serve Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Roswell and the Cumming areas, please visit DunwoodyPediatrics.com to find out which location is most convenient for you and your family. 1428 Dunwoody Village Parkway 3300 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 200 Dunwoody, GA 30338 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-394-2358 770-664-9299 DunwoodyPediatrics.com
Deneta H. Sells, MD; Fredly Bataille, MD LaKimberly Price, MD
Intown Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine was founded by Dr. Sells in 2006 to provide warm, friendly and excellent care for the growing population of in-town families. After becoming acquainted with the staff and patients at Intown Pediatrics, Dr. Bataille officially joined the practice in 2010. In the spring of 2017 Intown Pediatrics announced its newest location in Brookhaven and welcomed Dr. Price. The mission of Intown Pediatrics is to be a true “neighborhood” practice by being involved in community activities, offering convenient appointment times and after-hours advice to concerned parents. Intown Pediatrics has eight pediatric providers committed to partnering with families to foster the healthy growth and development of their children, while striving to be easily approachable and communicative. The entire staff at Intown Pediatrics is dedicated to providing comprehensive and informative care for each patient. Visit IntownPediatrics.com today and learn more about their team and all they can offer your family as they develop a “provider-parent” partnership with you. Town Brookhaven 705 Town Boulevard, Suite S560 • Atlanta 30319 Glenwood Park 490 Bill Kennedy Way • Atlanta 30316 404-446-4726 IntownPediatrics.com
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Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
Dr. Hal Herd; Dr. Suzanne Molock; Dr. Sharon Steele Dr. Joanne Jackson; Dr. Yvette Quisling; Dr. Susan Smiley; Dr. Lisa Roberts Dr. Ashley Stolle; Dr. George Stickney; Dr. Monique Welsh-Evans Dr. Keyana Washington; Dr. Homare Kubagawa; Dr. Yolanda Johnson Dr. Mahnaz Faroqui; Dr. Scott Darby; Dr. Megan Kazi; Stephanie Jones Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine is the oldest established practice in Gwinnett County. We are proud to provide traditional, conservative health care in agreement with recommendations and guidelines offered by the American Academy of Pediatrics. We consider it a great honor to partner with you in facing the challenges of caring for and raising your children. Working with parents throughout life’s most important endeavors has been the mission of GPAM for more than 40 years. Our 16 board-certified pediatricians are part of a group including one nurse practitioner and also, two new pediatricians coming in July 2018. We have four locations in Gwinnett County for your convenience. Our offices are in Duluth, Dacula, Lawrenceville and Sugar Hill. For information about us, see our website GwinnettPeds.com or follow us on Facebook. Call us for additional information or to schedule an appointment at 770-995-0823.
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Northside Pediatrics
Northside Pediatrics wants to thank our patients for making ALL of our docs “Mom-Approved Doctors”! Drs. Marcus, Hill, Hardin, Hopkins, Metzig, Philip and Goodloe are honored by your nominations! Families over the last 35 years in both Sandy Springs and Woodstock have trusted Northside Pediatrics for the excellent pediatric care for their children. Many of our patients are now parents of the 2nd and 3rd generation of kids coming to Northside Pediatrics. Our consistent care based on the latest evidence based medicine helps us keep your kids healthy, from newborns through college-aged. When it comes to your kids, thorough quality care is our top priority. Your kids are worth it! Check out our website to learn more. Make an appointment for a meet and greet if you’re new to town or looking for a new pediatrician. Join us for a prenatal appointment if you’re expecting a baby! See our extended hours on Monday and Saturday mornings for established patients. Follow us on Facebook at Northside Pediatrics, PC.
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Left to right: Drs. Goodloe, Metzig, Marcus and Hopkins
Piedmont Pediatrics Piedmont Pediatrics is a seven-physician pediatric practice located on the Piedmont Hospital medical campus in the heart of Buckhead. Each of Piedmont Pediatrics’ physicians is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Piedmont Pediatrics provides comprehensive medical care to children of all ages, from newborns to college graduates. Piedmont Pediatrics was established over 50 years ago and is now known as one of the premiere pediatric practices in Atlanta. Through their combined 100 years of pediatric experience, they care for the whole child through wellness and sick visit care, by addressing growth, development, and behavioral concerns for their patients. Piedmont Pediatrics is one of the only pediatric practices in Atlanta to offer Pediatric Asthma and Allergy services at their Piedmont location. The physicians are also accessible 24 hour a day to provide important continuity of care for their patients. They look forward to caring for you and your growing family. 105 Collier Road, Suite 4060 Atlanta 30309 404-351-6662 piedmontpedsatl.com
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Dr. Lisa Winters-Smith
At Kennesaw Pediatrics our entire team of staff and physicians is committed to providing exceptional pediatric healthcare with a personal touch. We are honored that each of our physicians have been nominated as Mom-Approved Doctors for two consecutive years. At our three specialized centers, award winning pediatricians and staff offer care for your child from cradle to college. From the time you bring your new arrival into the comforting Newborn Center, to your school day visits at the Main Office, to care for your high schooler at the Teen Center, we meet the needs of your child at every age and stage. Kids don’t take days off and neither do we. We’re here for you seven days a week. You’ll find the services you need under one roof: check ups to sick visits, sports physicals to asthma care, on site labs, allergy clinic, classes, support groups and more. And most importantly, we listen. At every location, at every visit, we take the time to hear your concerns and provide the best in skilled, compassionate healthcare for your growing child.
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Dr. Bataille graduated from New York University in 2000 with a degree in Anthropology and Biology. Following graduation he received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to do scientific research at Columbia University for three year. He then went on to receive his medical degree from the Morehouse School of Medicine in 2007, where he also completed his Pediatric residency in 2010, training atofthe Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta hospitals/ A proud mother three girls, Dr. Drayton has first-hand experience with caring facilities. During his residency Dr. Bataille became well acquainted with the staff patients for young children. In 2007, she established Princeton Lakes Pediatrics and to provide where children and parents are treated family. Dr.. He Drayton is a native of to at Intown Pediatrics, and ina place July of 2010 he offi cially joined the like practice. is committed Greenville, South Carolina and has been in Atlanta since 2003. She is a graduate of IPAM’s mission of partnering with families to foster the healthy growth and development of Spelman College with a B.S. in biology. Dr. Drayton attended medical school at the Atlanta’s children.
Dekisha Drayton, MD
Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston and completed her residency at East Carolina University in North Carolina. Dr. Drayton is board-certified in pediatrics Dr. Bataille strives to be an and easily approachable, communicative Pediatrician dedicated to a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. providing comprehensive and informative care offocuses the whole patient. He is amedical member of the Princeton Lakes Pediatrics on successfully balancing knowledge American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Association. and compassion to ensure patientsMedical receive excellent healthcare in an environment that is comfortable and friendly. The practice takes every measure to work with Visit IntownPediatrics.com parents todayinand learn more entire team and all they can raising children that about live up totheir their full potential medically, academically, and socially. Two convenient locations in Kennesaw with and Atlanta. offer your family as they develop a “provider-parent” partnership you Call the Kennesaw office on North Cobb Parkway at 678-483-6880; or the Camp Creek Medical Center office at 404-629-1880. princetonlakespeds.com Atlanta (404) 629-1880 Kennesaw (678) 483-6880 princetonlakespeds.com
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Sarah Aldridge, MD; Vanna Jackson, MD Steven Shore, MD; Estonna Wells-Jarrett, MD Kimberly Wise, MD
Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine has been serving the needs of children for more than 50 years. We have seven board certified physicians to serve your children from birth to college graduation. Patients will be welcomed by a friendly voice when calling our office and will see one of our medical doctors at every visit. We do our best to provide convenient office hours beginning at 7:30 a.m. with extended hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 6 p.m. Because your children don’t choose to get sick on the weekend, we even have office hours on Saturday mornings to see one of our trusted physicians. Whether you are a first time parent, or experienced needing a new pediatrician, we are here to help. Schedule a visit today and learn why the physicians at Sandy Springs Pediatrics are Mom Approved! 6100 Lake Forrest Drive, Suite 100 Atlanta 30328 404-252-4611 sspediatrics.com
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West Atlanta Pediatrics
West Atlanta Pediatrics provides excellence in pediatric and adolescent medicine to the Lithia Springs and Dallas areas. We pride ourselves on our academic credentials, extensive pediatric experience and our dedication to providing accessible healthcare to our patients. West Atlanta Pediatrics is committed to quality healthcare for children of all ages through regular preventive health screening, patient and parent education, and appropriate management of illnesses and concerns. It is our privilege to follow children from birth through age 18. We have been in the Lithia Springs area since 1992, and in Dallas since 2004. The many years that we have spent practicing have given us the opportunity to care for two generations of children. We know that the relationship that a family has with their pediatric practice is very important, and we strive to provide excellent service. Doctors Stephen Carter, Earl Young, Lindsey Ransom, and Nathan Lynes are honored to be nominated three years in a row as Mom Approved Doctors. We appreciate your support and welcome new patients to our West Atlanta Pediatrics family. 915 Thornton Rd. Lithia Springs 30122 770-739-9292 2713 Charles Hardy Pkwy., Suite 122 Dallas 30157 770-505-3162
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Andrea V. Hill, MD
As the founder of Monroe Pediatrics and a mother of two, Dr. Hill has Providing excellence in pediatric extensive experience with children of allhealth ages. and adolescent careShe opened Monroe Pediatrics, Inc. in 2002 to provide patients with a place where they are treated with quality care and with compassion. Dr. Hill attended medical school at Texas A&M and completed her pediatric residency there as well. She is board certified in Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Monroe office 770-207-7916
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With summer fast approaching, you may not have a family vacation planned yet. Here are three places full of adventure and within an easy drive from Atlanta. n Reconnect at the Lake
Nestled in the Northeast Georgia Mountains, Towns County offers everything families are looking for in a fun vacation. Lake Chatuge provides endless opportunity for families to reconnect, with fishing, kayaking, boating and swimming off the dock. The area has close-by hiking adventures to numerous waterfalls, and mountain views from the highest point in Georgia. Eat at family-owned restaurants serving hometown food and shop for local art, home décor and more. Looking for where to stay? Brasstown Valley Resort offers horseback riding, an indoor pool and hiking trails. On this vacation, you can step back to simpler times, have outdoor adventures and relax around a campfire telling stories and eating s’mores. golakechatuge.com; 706-896-4966.
n Outdoor Adventure on the River With the perfect mix of whitewater rafting, zip lining and other outdoor adventures, matched with unique yurt or cabin lodging, there will be plenty of connection time for family and friends while visiting. With more locations than any other outfitter in the Southeast, Wildwater Adventure Centers has been trailblazing fun in the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains since 1971. Are you looking for big adventure? Check out the wild and scenic Chattooga River, with steep drops through a wild gorge, or the exciting class III and IV waves of the Ocoee River. Looking for family-friendly fun with lots of splashy waves? Check out our Nantahala and Pigeon River trips. wildwaterrafting.com; 866-319-8870.
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SummerFest at Gaylord Opryland Resort combines music, entertainment, a scavenger hunt and more with lush atrium gardens, poolside fun and an array of dining found year-round. New for this year is the Music, Magic and Memories live atrium show, with dancing, water and lights. Families can hunt through the resort with the Tennessee trivia scavenger hunt, take a Music City-themed cruise on the resort’s indoor river or learn about the region’s spookiest tales on a guided haunted history tour. Try free activities including the Hootenanny Hoedown, with line dancing, limbo and kids’ karaoke, The Learning Log, an interactive learning area, nightly fountain shows and the all-new pool party. gaylordopryland.com/ SummerFest; 888-677-9872. 6 Atlanta Parent June 2018
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Not-to-Miss June and July Events Events may be canceled or changed after our deadline. Please check beforehand.
l FOOD:
Our Global Kitchen
Fernbank Museum of Natural History June 9-Aug. 26. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Take a journey around the world and through time to explore food’s history and the role it plays among cultures. Stroll through an ancient market, cook a virtual meal and more. FOOD-ology Days are June 9 and July 7 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Discover how people grow, cook and eat their food. Atlanta. 404-929-6300. Special events included with admission. $20; ages 3-12, $18; ages 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org l Tunes
from the Tombs
Oakland Cemetery / June 9. Noon-8 p.m. Bring beach chairs and blankets for this music festival featuring musicians performing among the historic cemetery. Field day activities, food trucks and more. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Atlanta. 404-688-2107. $30; ages 4-17, $10; ages 3 and younger, free. oaklandcemetery.com l RockFest
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Colors Butterfly Festival
Chattahoochee Nature Center June 2-3. Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. See hundreds of native butterflies and colorful nectar plants, enjoy crafts, face painting, live entertainment and more. The butterfly encounter runs June 4-July 31, Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sun. noon-4:30 p.m. Roswell. 770-992-2055. Festival: $12; ages 2 and younger, free. Encounter: Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; ages 2 and younger, free. chattnaturecenter.org l Peter
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Serenbe Playhouse Through Aug. 26. Thurs.-Sun. See website for showtimes. Fly to Neverland with Peter Pan. After defeating Captain Hook and taking over his ship, join Peter deep in the forests of Neverland where he lives with his band of Lost Boys. Chattahoochee Hills. 770-463-1110. $22; ages 3-12, $14; ages 2 and younger, free; rain insurance, extra. serenbeplayhouse.com l Roswell
Tellus Science Museum June 9 and 10. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See rare and exotic jewelry, ancient fossils, and mineral specimens from around the world. Enjoy geology-themed children’s activities and visit the Geode Station to see one cracked open. Cartersville. 770-606-5700. Included with admission: $15.95; ages 3-17, $11.95; ages 2 and younger, free. tellusmuseum.org l The
Amazing Castle
Children’s Museum of Atlanta June 9-Sept. 9. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Wed. June and July only. Children can don costumes to role-play, pick vegetables or visit the tower to wake the sleeping dragon. Opening day celebration is June 9, and includes a mini musical and catapult inventions in the science lab. Atlanta’s Society for Creative Anachronism will provide weavers, knights and more for kids to engage with. Atlanta. 404-659-5437. $15.95-$18.95; younger than 1, free. childrensmuseumatlanta.org
Summer Puppet Series
Roswell Cultural Arts Center June 4-July 21. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. Second show Wed. and Fri. 1:30 p.m. Puppets perform in seven productions this season, including “The Wizard of Oz,” “Cinderella,”“Peter and the Wolf” and more. Roswell. 770-594-6232. Tickets: ages 2 and older, $5; younger than 2, free. roswellcac.com
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Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
Center for Puppetry Arts June 12-July 29. No shows July 4. See website for showtimes. Cows that type? Chickens on strike? Farmer Brown can’t believe his ears. Join the barnyard fun in this adaptation of the award-winning children’s book. Ages 4 and older. Atlanta. 404-873-3391. $19.50. puppet.org l Paw
Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure Fox Theatre June 30-July 1. Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. All paws on deck! Follow the heroic pups as they embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure. Atlanta. 855-285-8499. $22.50 and up. foxtheatre.org l Superhero
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Downtown Decatur June 15. 5-11 p.m. Kids can play in 80 tons of sand in this beach party on the streets of Downtown Decatur. Live music, food and more. Decatur. 404-371-8386. Free. decaturdba.com/events/summer-in-the-city
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Tellus Science Museum / July 14. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wear superhero capes and masks to the Museum, test powers in an inflatable obstacle course or the toddler rescue hero playground. Make-and-take activities and superhero guests. Cartersville. 770-606-5700. Included with admission: $15.95; ages 3-17, $11.95; ages 2 and younger, free. tellusmuseum.org l Coca-Cola
Summer Film Festival
Fox Theatre / Select dates July 27-Aug. 25. See website for showtimes. See “Trolls,” Saturday AM Cartoons and sing-a-long versions of “Moana” and ”Grease.” Atlanta. 855-285-8499. $5-$20. foxtheatre.org
l Juneteenth Atlanta History Center June 16-17. Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. noon-4 p.m. Commemorate the end of slavery and explore themes of freedom and family history through activities, immersive museum theatre performances and crafts. Atlanta. 404-814-4000. Free admission both days. atlantahistorycenter.com l Go
Skateboarding Day
Kennesaw Skatepark / June 21. 6-10 p.m. A day for skateboarders and spectators with open skate sessions, live music, contests, giveaways and games. Kennesaw. 770-4229714. Admission, free; food for purchase. kennesaw-ga.gov
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Ice Cream Festival
Piedmont Park / July 28. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Ice cream samples and scoops for purchase, ice cream competition, fitness and children’s activities. Atlanta. 678-964-5944. Admission, free. atlantaicecreamfestival.com Cont’d on page 10
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STEM Day
Fernbank Museum of Natural History July 28. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics with a handson twist. Atlanta. 404-929-6300. Included with admission: $20; ages 3-12, $18; ages 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org
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Gwinnett County Fairgrounds July 28-29. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Many things that slither – from boa constrictors to bearded dragons – will be on display at this fun and educational traveling exhibit. Families can see live reptile shows, learn about caring for a reptile and buy reptile supplies. One-day tickets: $10; ages 5-12, $5; ages 4 and younger, free. Lawrenceville. repticon.com/georgia/atlanta
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Zoo Atlanta / July 28-29. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cultural heritage festival to celebrate the Zoo’s wildlife. Travel from Africa to the Americas, from Europe to Asia and the Pacific with special entertainment, crafts and activities. Atlanta. 404-624-9453. Included with admission: $25.99; ages 3-11, $17.99; ages 2 and younger, free. zooatlanta.org
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SUMMER Fun Guide How to Save Money l CityPASS This multi-use ticket deal helps you save when visiting area attractions. It’s a packaged selection along with some perks. It’s Good at Five Attractions: Atlanta CityPASS includes admission to Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and CNN Studio Tours. For your last two attractions, you get choices. Visit Zoo Atlanta or the Center for Civil and Human Rights, and choose between Fernbank Museum of Natural History and the College Football Hall of Fame. Customize your package based on your crew’s interests. Admission Savings are Big: You can save up to 40 percent on regular admission at the five attractions you visit. Ticket prices add up, especially for families.
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It’s Valid for Nine Days: Don’t think you have to see all these spots in a weekend (we’d need more than one nap)! The CityPASS is valid for nine days. You can plan for one or two adventures a day. Ages 13 and older, $76; ages 3-12, $61; ages 2 and younger, free. citypass.com More Discounts are Included: You can choose a printed booklet of vouchers to be mailed to you, or buy the mobile voucher and get your booklet at your first attraction. The booklet has tips on parking, when to visit, and discount coupons for additional activities, dining, transportation and special mementos. It Saves Time at Entry: Because you’ll already have your tickets, you won’t have to wait in long lines. At some attractions, you’ll even get bigger admission perks, with expedited entry during peak times when lines are longest. l Library Pass Program You can check out free passes at your local library to several area attractions including Georgia ParkPass or a Historic Site Pass, Zoo Atlanta and Center for Puppetry Arts. Visit websites for complete details and restrictions. Other free admissions that vary by county (Gwinnett County, for instance, has passes to Hudgens Center for Art & Learning and Southeastern Railway Museum).
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How to Get Around l MARTA Riding MARTA with kids can be a quick way to travel to different neighborhoods, not to mention a fun experience. Park at a station closest to you, and make a stop in Decatur, Buckhead, Downtown Atlanta, Midtown and more. Itsmarta.com lists schedules and locations. l Electric
Car and Segway Tours
ATL-Cruzers has electric car and Segway tours of Atlanta including downtown, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, Midtown, Oakland Cemetery and more. atlcruzers.com
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Wander through paths of bright flowers or stop by the Children’s Garden. This area features more ways to play including a bird nest-shaped playground and water feature. atlantabg.org Don’t miss: The Imaginary Worlds exhibit with topiary-like plant sculptures through Oct. 28. l Atlanta History Center Explore our state’s history from the perspective of Civil War soldiers, Indian natives or even “Gone With the Wind” author Margaret Mitchell. atlantahistorycenter.com Don’t miss: Through June 2019, catch the Barbecue Nation exhibit to explore how this food has connected cultures around the world.
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l Bus Tours Several companies offer bus tours, which can be a cooler way to see the city in the summer. Try Tours of Atlanta (toursofatlanta.com) to learn about landmarks and attractions or tour “Gone With The Wind” locations. Atlanta Sightseeing Bus Tours (atlsightseeingtours.net) provides a fivehour tour around the Atlanta BeltLine, CNN Center, Atlantic Station and more. The Civil Rights Tour (civilrightstour. com) takes visitors from the King Center to Auburn Avenue, Ebenezer Baptist Church, the State Capitol and more. l Atlanta Streetcar These all-electric streetcars run seven days per week, and the Downtown loop includes stops at Centennial Olympic Park, Sweet Auburn Curb Market and more. The Streetcar stops at each of its 12 stops, so it’s easy to get on and off. streetcar.atlantaga.gov
l Trolley Tours Experience Downtown Atlanta with the Peachtree Trolley Company’s (thepeachtreetrolley.com) 90-minute, fullynarrated tours starting at Centennial Olympic Park and covering areas such as The Fox Theatre, The Woodruff Arts Center and more. Also try the Historic Marietta Trolley Company (mariettatrolley.com) tours to learn about Glover Park, The Marietta National Cemetery, Kennesaw Mountain and more. l Bicycle Tours Get exercise while also seeing the city from a bicycle. The Fall in Love With Atlanta tour includes an eight-mile bike ride through Inman Park, the Atlanta BeltLine, The Jimmy Carter Center and more. Also join the Journey for Civil Rights Tour or the Street Art tour. Each includes a bicycle, helmet, bottled water and snack. Guests need to be at least 4'8" to ride and need to know how to operate hand brakes. Ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. biketoursatl.com
l Center for Puppetry Arts The largest museum dedicated to the art of puppetry is in Atlanta, and showcases hundreds of puppets from different eras and countries, including Muppet favorites. While visiting, a puppet show and a builda-puppet workshop is a must-do. puppet. org Don’t miss: “Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type” from June 12-July 29. l Children’s
of Atlanta
Museum
Be a Waffle House cook for the day, build a block city or attend one of the fun, daily programs. The museum has six permanent exhibits to explore the world of science, engineering, art, food and more. childrensmuseumatlanta.org Don’t miss: The Amazing Castle exhibit opens June 9, where children can role-play in costumes, cook a royal meal or visit the tower to wake the sleeping dragon. l CNN Center See how news is broadcast all over the world from Atlanta. The experience gives visitors a peek into live studios, the chance to sit behind an anchor desk, and a bird’seye view of the famous 24-hour newsroom. tours.cnn.com Don’t miss: Families can visit a mock studio and read copy from a monitor.
College Football Hall of Fame
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Football Hall of Fame
Families can learn about college football players, team history and much more through giant touch screens, a playing field and out-of-this-world displays. See memorabilia from football greats, try your hand in the Skill Zone and access your stats online after you leave. cfbhall.com Don’t miss: Each person receives an All-Access Pass, which allows for videos and selfies to be instantly stored. Cont’d on page 14
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Fernbank Museum of Natural History
What to See l Fernbank Museum of Natural History See towering dinosaur skeletons and experience hands-on exhibits including Sensing Nature to learn about weather, and Fernbank NatureQuest, where kids can explore life under the sea. Don’t forget to visit Fernbank WildWoods, featuring playgrounds and nature-viewing vistas. fernbankmuseum.org Don’t miss: FOOD: Our Global Kitchen on display June 9-Aug. 26. Kids can stroll through an ancient market, cook a virtual meal and more. l Georgia Aquarium One of the biggest aquariums in the world, the Georgia Aquarium showcases marine life in an awesome way. The Ocean Voyager exhibit includes large, floorto-ceiling windows and a walk-through tunnel to watch whale sharks, manta rays and colorful fish swim above. georgiaaquarium.org Don’t miss: Penguins and sea otters are just some of the sea life you can see from portal holes. These specially-designed areas make you feel as if you are in the encounters. l High Museum of Art Admire art from multiple time periods and genres in permanent and traveling collections. The Greene Family Learning Gallery is undergoing renovations, and will be closed this summer, but will re-open in October with a fresh, new look. Every second Sunday, admission is free and special programs are offered. high.org Don’t miss: Beginning June 3, Winnie-the-Pooh: Exploring a Classic exhibit showcases 200 works from Winnie-the-Pooh history.
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Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site
The nation’s most famous civil rights leader was born and buried here. The site includes exhibits, MLK’s birth home, The King Center and Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in downtown Atlanta. Learn about the life of Dr. King and the lasting legacy he left behind. nps.gov/malu Don’t miss: The Reflecting Pool and the tombs of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. l SkyView Atlanta The giant Ferris wheel towers 20 stories above Centennial Olympic Park, and provides a great panoramic view of downtown Atlanta. While taking in the view, you’ll stay cool in the climate-controlled gondolas. skyviewatlanta.com
World of Coca-Cola
l World of Coca-Cola Visit The Vault of the secret formula, watch the bottling process, sing along to Coke commercials and walk through rooms of CocaCola artifacts. For most kids, sampling tons of flavors of coke from around the world is the best part. worldofcoca-cola.com l Zoo Atlanta Meet animals of all kinds or climb high above tree-dwelling animals in the new Treetop Trail climbing area. Play in the splash fountain or on the playgrounds, ride on the carousel or head to the petting zoo. zooatlanta.org Don’t miss: Ya Lun and Xi Lun, the only twin giant pandas in the United States, will be cavorting all summer in their play area. Cont’d on page 16
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Make it a Staycation
Staying close to these attractions makes exploring a breeze The Battery Atlanta l What to do: Visit SunTrust Park for a Braves games and Hope & Will’s Sandlot also inside the park, with a zip line, rock climbing wall and games. The Battery includes shops and restaurants, plus when staying on site, you don’t have to worry about finding parking spots. batteryatl.com l Good eats: Check out the new Punch Bowl Social for burgers, tacos and breakfast foods plus bowling and arcade games (ages 21 and older after 10 p.m.). Also check out Antico for authentic Italian pizza or The El Felix for Tex Mex. l Where to stay: Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta. 2625 Circle 75 Pkwy., Atlanta. omnihotels.com/hotels/atlanta-battery
Downtown Atlanta l What to do: Walk to the Georgia Aquarium and then across to the World of Coca-Cola. Both of these attractions offer a day’s worth of fun for families. Other close attractions include: The College Football Hall of Fame, Children’s Museum of Atlanta, CNN Center and more. Burn some energy by visiting Centennial Olympic Park, the Fountain of Rings and playgrounds. Catch an Atlanta United soccer game at the close-by Mercedes-Benz Stadium. downtownatlanta.com l Good eats: Within a short drive, The Varsity is a iconic choice for onion rings and a hot dog. Near by is Ted’s Montana Grill and Hard Rock Café. l Where to stay: Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown. 275 Baker St., Atlanta. Hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com search Atlanta Downtown. Numerous other hotels are in walking distance to attractions, including the Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park and Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center.
Stone Mountain l What to do: Hike the mountain or walk the trails, meet dinosaurs at Dinosaur Explore, then head to the Geyser Towers, miniature golf, Scenic Railroad and SkyHike, one of the nation’s largest climbing adventure courses. Be sure to stay into the evening for the Lasershow Spectacular with graphics, lasers, music and fire effects. stonemountainpark.com l Good eats: Eat inside the park at Base Camp BBQ, Big Rock Café or Granite Café among other choices, or stop by a grocery store and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at the park. l Where to stay: Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort 4021 Lakeview Dr., Stone Mountain. Marriott.com search Atlanta Evergreen
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SUMMER Fun Guide Hundred Acre Wood Rolls into Town Winnie-the-Pooh comes to Atlanta in a big way, with a show, an exhibit, a play space and plenty of honey.
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Exploring a Classic
High Museum of Art June 3-Sept. 2. Tues.-Thurs. and Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Noon-5 p.m. This exhibition, organized by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, explores the history and legacy of Pooh through original sketches, photographs, memorabilia and letters. The display also includes interactive elements that bring Shepard’s illustrations to life. Atlanta. 404-733-4400. Ages 6 and older, $14.50; ages 5 and younger, free. high.org l Winnie-the-Pooh Alliance Theatre June 7-July 8. See website for showtimes. Join Pooh Bear and friends Piglet, Rabbit, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, and even Owl as one adventure turns into another through the Hundred Acre Wood. Atlanta. 404-7335000. $15; ages 6-17, $10; ages 3-5, $5. alliancetheatre.org l The
One Acre Wood
Joe Bankoff Gallery at the Woodruff Arts Center June 9-July 15. Mon.-Fri. 1-4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 9-15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. A playspace designed for ages newborn to 2 years and their caregivers inspired by the magical Hundred Acre Wood from the Winnie-the-Pooh stories. Toddlers can explore textures, sounds, and discover the adventure that awaits in the woods. Atlanta. 404-7335000. Free. alliancetheatre.org
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It’s Movie Time Under the Stars
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and head out to one of these area parks for a free movie night. Check the websites before visiting for weather cancellations. l Georgia
Movies in the Park
See georgiamoviesinthepark.com for showtimes. June 1 – “Ferdinand” (PG): Dawsonville June 12 – “Peter Rabbit” (PG): Cumming June 16 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13): Woodstock June 23 – “Peter Rabbit” (PG): Canton June 26 – “The Greatest Showman” (PG): Cumming July 10 – “Paddington 2” (PG): Cumming July 21 – “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13): Woodstock July 24 – “Ferdinand” (PG): Cumming July 28 – “Ferdinand” (PG): Canton Aug. 10 – TBD: Dawsonville Aug. 18 – “Sherlock Gnomes” (PG): Woodstock Aug. 25 – “Sherlock Gnomes” (PG): Canton Canton: Brown Park, 251 E Marietta St. Cumming: Vickery Village, 5860 S Vickery St. Dawsonville: Beach of Lake Lanier, War Hill Park, 4081 War Hill Park Rd.; Veterans Memorial Park, 186 Recreation Rd. Woodstock: Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater, 101 Arnold Mill Rd. l B
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June 2 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13): Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. June 16 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13): Taylor Farm Park, 1380 Pine Valley Rd., Powder Springs. June 23 – “The Greatest Showman” (PG): Rhodes Jordan Park, 100 E. Crogan St., Lawrenceville. July 21 – “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13): Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. July 28 – “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13): Pernoshal Park, 4575 N. Shallowford Rd., Dunwoody. Aug. 4 – “Coco” (PG): Veterans Park, 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas. Aug. 11 – “The Greatest Showman” (PG): Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Rd., Roswell.
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on the Bricks
Duluth Town Green Movies begin at dusk. June 1 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13) July 6 – “Peter Rabbit” (PG) Aug. 3 – “Coco” (PG) Sept. 7 – “Black Panther” (PG-13) 3142 Hill St. NW, Duluth. l Outdoor
Movie Series
Swift-Cantrell Park Arrive at 6 p.m. for pre-show activities. June 2 – “Moana” (PG) 3140 Old 41 Hwy. NW, Kennesaw. l Movies Under the Stars Mall of Georgia, The Village Pavillion Live music from 5-7 p.m. Movie at 7:15 p.m. June 2 – “Black Panther” (PG-13) June 9 – “Paddington 2” (PG) June 16 – “Justice League” (PG-13) June 23 – “Wonder” (PG) July 4 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”(PG-13) – post 9:35 p.m. fireworks. July 14 – “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13) July 21 – “Coco” (PG) July 28 – “Cars 3” (G) 3333 Buford Dr. NE, Buford. l Movies in the Park Atlantic Station Central Park Movies begin at dusk. June 7 – “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” (PG-13) June 14 – “Mean Girls” (PG-13) June 21 – “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (PG) June 28 – “Happy Feet” (PG) July 5 – “I Am Legend” (PG-13) July 12 – “Hancock” (PG-13) July 19 – TBD 1380 Atlantic Dr. NW, Atlanta. l Movies
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Town Brookhaven Movies begin at dusk. June 7 – “Ferdinand” (PG) June 14 – “Paddington 2” (PG) June 21 – “E.T.” (PG) June 28 – “Clueless” (PG-13) July 12 – “Back to the Future” (PG) July 19 – “Mama Mia” (PG-13) July 26 – “Coco” (PG) Peachtree Road adjacent to Oglethorpe University.
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l Movies
on the Lawn
Lawrenceville Lawn 8-10 p.m.; Movies begin at dusk. June 8 – “Paddington 2” (PG) July 13 – “Twister” (PG-13) 210 Luckie St., Lawrenceville. l Movies
at Newtown Park
Movies begin at dusk. Pre-show activities begin at 7 p.m. June 9, July 14 and Aug. 11 – Movies announced a week prior to event. 3150 Old Alabama Rd., Johns Creek. l Flick-Nic Candler Park Movies begin at dark. Aug. 4 – “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13) Aug. 18 – “Black Panther” (PG-13) Sept. 8 – “Coco” (PG) 1500 McLendon Ave. NE, Atlanta. l KISS
at the Movies from KISS 104.1 June 1 – “Black Panther” (PG-13): Amphitheatre at Riverdale Town Center, 7210 Church St., Riverdale. June 23 – TBA: Ronald Bridges Park, 5285 Lakeside Dr., Union City. July 14 – TBA: Stockbridge City Hall, 4640 N Henry Blvd., Stockbridge. Aug. 18 – TBA: Lithonia Park, 2501 Park Dr., Lithonia.
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Discount Movies
These theaters offer a chance to see recent or current movies without the expensive prices. Kid Flicks: l Regal Cinemas Multiple Atlanta locations See family-friendly movies for $1 during the Summer Movie Express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through July. Check with each location for showtimes. Movies for this summer include “Curious George,” “Despicable Me” and more. regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express l Cinemark
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157 Banks Station, Fayetteville Beginning in June, Summer Movie Clubhouse offers children’s movies for $1 each Tuesday-Thursday. On Tuesdays, each ticket is $1 for any movie. Catch the Early Bird special – any movie before 1 p.m. is $1.25. 3D films have a surcharge of $2. cinemark.com search Fayetteville; 770-460-0308.
Also a Deal: l Picture Show at Merchants Exchange Picture Show at Merchants Exchange 4400 Roswell Rd., Marietta On Tuesdays, tickets are half-price, so you can see movies for $1. $2 per ticket; 3D movies, $4. pictureshowent. com click on Marietta under the theatres tab; 770-977-2977. l Venture
Cinema
3750 Venture Dr., Duluth (in the Santa Fe Mall) $3.50 per ticket; 3D movies, $5. 2 and younger, free. venturecinema. net; 678-957-9545.
Drive-In: l Starlight Drive-In Theatre 2000 Moreland Ave. SE, Atlanta Step back in time and watch a movie from your car at this drive-in theatre. Ages 10 and older, $9; ages 5-9, $1. starlightdrivein.com
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Game-Changing Places to Play All Day Head to one of these locations with three or more activities — from trampoline jumping to putt-putt and even laser tag! Prices vary depending on location and activities. Check for summer specials before visiting.
Xdrenaline Trampoline Park
l Adventure
Air Sports
425 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy., Kennesaw Swing on a trapeze into a giant foam pit, jump on multiple trampoline areas, play dodgeball or dunk basketballs in hoops. Challenge friends to the battle beams or the large ninja warrior obstacle course. adventureairsports.com; 678-384-2020. l Andretti
Indoor Karting & Games
Marietta and Roswell Race high-speed karts around a track (tracks separated by age and height) then try out the laser tag arena. Climb high above on the ropes courses and zip line (Roswell location only) and bowl on the race-themed lanes. andrettikarting.com; Marietta: 678-712-4247; Roswell: 770-992-5688. l Funopolis
Family Fun Center
40155 Hwy. 441 S, Commerce Start with the bumper cars inside or bumper boats outside, then check out the Pharaoh’s Revenge escape room. Gokarts, laser tag, spider zone climbing area, mini-golf and more. funopolisfamilyfuncenter.com; 706-335-3866. l Fun
Spot America – Atlanta
1675 Hwy. 85 N, Fayetteville This mini-amusement park features several rides to fit different levels of thrills. Try the kiddie Ferris wheel, Drop Zone, laser tag, Giant Swing and more. A new multi-level go-kart track will open this summer. funspotamericaatlanta.com; 407-363-3867. Lakepoint Station
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Indoor Trampoline Park
2135 East Main St. Ste. 100B, Snellville Jump to new heights in the Fly Zone or Newton’s Zone for younger jumpers. Play ultimate dodge ball, drop into foam pits or battle friends on the Battle Beams. Test skills in the Wipeout game while ducking and moving to stay up. jumpintogravity.com; 770-696-2839. l Lakepoint
Station
77 Old Allatoona Rd., Cartersville Not only does this location have black light mini-golf inside, it also has two 18-hole mini-golf courses outside that are railroad and mining themed. Climb under and over laser beams in the laser maze and stretch limits by climbing up the Clip ‘n Climb towers. lakepointstation.com; 678-719-0921. l Main
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Event Entertainment
Atlanta, Alpharetta and Suwanee Go bowling, try out the multi-level laser tag arena or the gravity ropes, where you hook up to a zip line and brave rope bridges. mainevent.com; Atlanta: 770-955-0717; Alpharetta: 770-521-9100; Suwanee: 770-945-7111.
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Stars and Strikes
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Grand Prix
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Strikes
5400 Brook Hollow Pkwy., Norcross The Buccaneer Cove water play area is a perfect place to cool off on hot days. Climb aboard the go-karts and take a spin around the track. Play mini-golf or practice hitting in the batting cages. malibunorcross.com; 770-416-7630.
3478 Mt. Zion Rd., Stockbridge Bowl or climb on the light-up rock wall. Play in the Balladium, a blacklight arena with foam balls to shoot at targets. Try the laser tag maze and the bumper cars. pinstrikes9.com; 770-302-0786.
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l Stars
Fun Center
and Strikes
1959 Metropolitan Pkwy., Atlanta Bounce on inflatables, bowl on one of the 38 lanes or roller skate. The laser tag area is also a fun pick. metrofuncenter.com; 404-724-8826.
Multiple Metro Atlanta locations Bowl at any location, and enjoy bumper cars, laser tag and virtual reality adventures at select locations. starsandstrikes.com
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l Xdrenaline
Fun Factory
7442 Douglas Blvd., Douglasville Kids can feel like a robot by strapping into the Cyborbots and controlling movements. Jump on inflatables, through the obstacle course or down slides. Try the batting cages or climbing wall. mojobasfunfactory.com; 770-575-0717.
Trampoline Park
1611 Roswell Rd., Marietta Jump on tons of different types of trampolines from tumbling tracks to basketball dunking zones. Try the rock wall, dodgeball area, ninja course and places to jump into foam pits. xdrenaline.com; 770-604-1367.
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Get Wet Guide
Summer in Atlanta gets hot – stay cool with these ways to splash! Jump through a fountain or splash pad, soar down a waterslide or hang at a beach close to home. Events may be canceled or changed after our deadline. Please check beforehand to confirm dates and times.
Suwanee Town Center Park: Big Splash Interactive Fountain
Fountains Free: l Duluth
Town Green Fountain
l Legacy Fountain at Piedmont Park Splash in this fountain that has more than 70 jets reaching up to 30 feet in the air. Where: 1320 Monroe Dr. NE, Atlanta. 404-875-7275. piedmontpark.org
In the middle of Duluth’s Town Green, this kid-friendly fountain spews water two stories in the air. Where: 3167 Main St., Duluth. 770-497-5291. duluthga.net
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l Fountain
The largest interactive fountain in Gwinnett County uses 1,400 gallons of recycled water every minute. Where: 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. 770-945-8996. suwanee.com
of Rings, Centennial Olympic Park Get sprayed, surprised and chilled in these dazzling fountains, and stick around for the water show that’s synchronized to music. Showtimes: 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 and 9 p.m. daily. Where: 265 Park Ave. NW, Atlanta. 404-222-7275. gwcca.org/park
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Pavilion in Mall of Georgia
This fountain surrounded by shops and restaurants is a sweet spot for kids to splash around. Where: 3333 Buford Dr., Buford. 770-271-9458. simon.com/mall/mall-of-georgia
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For a Fee: l Geyser
Towers, Stone Mountain Park
This attraction features a splash pad and a climbing structure with gushing geysers. Where: 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 800-401-2407. stonemountainpark.com Cost: Included in daily All Attractions Pass: ages 12 and older, $31.95; ages 3-11, $29.95. Parking, $15. l Atlanta
Botanical Garden
Head to the newly renovated Children’s Garden to cool down with their bigger and better splash pad. Where: 1345 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859. atlantabg.org Cost: Included with paid admission: Adults, $21.95; ages 3-12, $18.95; ages 3 and younger, free. l Splash
Fountain at Zoo Atlanta
During the heat of summer, this splash pad adds fun to your zoo trip. Where: 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-624-9453. zooatlanta.org Cost: Included with paid admission: ages 12 and older, $25.99; ages 3-11, $17.99; ages 2 and younger, free.
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Hill Park Splash Pad
Kids will love playing in a water tunnel and hurdling over in-ground spray jets to fight the heat at this city park splash pad. Where: 2305 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy. NW, Atlanta. 404-546-6788. atlantaga.gov Cost: Free l D.H.
Geyser Towers, Stone Mountain Park
Stanton Park Splash ‘N Play
This splash pad is the first solar-powered park in the city. Kids love the spray jets, stationary water cannons and structures to hide behind. Where: 213 Haygood Ave., Atlanta. 404-546-6788. atlantaga.gov Cost: Free l Historic
Fourth Ward Park Splash Pad
Prepare to leave with soaking-wet kids because this splash pad has jets that stream water from all directions. Where: 702 Ralph McGill Blvd., Atlanta. 404-546-6788. atlantaga.gov Cost: Free l Laurel
Park Sprayground
This spot is a great area for kids to expend their energy by running through the numerous sprinklers and water sprayers. Where: 3100 Old Cleveland Hwy., Gainesville. 770-535-8280. hallcounty.org, go to “Parks and Leisure” Cost: $2 l Lillian
Webb Park
An awesome fountain, waterfall and interactive splash pad for kids to play in all summer long. Where: 5 College Street, Norcross. 678-421-2010. norcrossga.net, go to “Parks and Facilities” Cost: Free l Old
Atlanta Park
Kids of all ages will have loads of fun at this 34-acre park with a splash pad and playground. Where: 810 Nichols Rd., Suwanee. 770-205-4646. forsythco.com/parks Cost: $2 Cont’d on page 24
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Spray Station at East Roswell Park
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Park Splash Pad
This water zone features spectacular fountains for great water fun. Park offers tennis and basketball courts, too. Where: 770 Deckner Ave. SW, Atlanta. 404-546-6788. atlantaga.gov Cost: Free l Riverside
Park Splash ‘N’ Play
Cool off beneath a spinning mushroom and try to dodge the in-ground spray jets at this Roswell sprayground. Closed Tuesdays. Where: 575 Riverside Rd., Roswell. 770-594-6158. roswellgov.com, go to “Recreation and Parks” Cost: $2 l Sewell
Park Pool
This splash pad is perfect for cooling off during the hot summer days and having fun under the palm tree fountain. Where: 2055 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-509-2741. cobbcounty.org/parks Cost: Ages 18 and older, $4.50; ages 2-17, $3.50. l Splash
Island at Adams Park
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Park Splash Pad
Newly open, the 3,200-square-foot amenity offers water play options controlled by motion sensors. Elements include a fountain spray, ground geyser, jet stream, magic mist and multiple sea silhouettes. Where: 3140 Old 41 Hwy., Kennesaw. kennesaw-ga.gov/parks-and-recreation. Cost: $2. debit and credit card only; ages 2 and younger, free. l Waleska
Splash Pad
This splash pad will leave kids with smiles as they play under the water buckets and umbrella fountains. Where: Cline Park at 704 Bartow Street near Reinhardt University. 678-880-4760. crpa.net/parks Cost: Free
Pools & Waterparks On the Cheap: l Bethesda
Park Aquatic Center
Prepare for some fun at this newly-designed splash pad at Adams Park. Don’t forget to pack a picnic to eat under their large pavilion. Where: 1620 Delowe Dr. SW, Atlanta. 404-753-6091. atlantaga.gov, search “Adams Park” Cost: $5
This location features a giant waterslide that curves out of the building and then re-enters before dropping you into a pool, a lazy river, zero-depth entry into the leisure pool and dunking buckets. Where: 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville. 678-277-0880. gwinnettparks.com, search “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $10.50; ages 4-10, $8.25; ages 3 and younger, $6.25.
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Station at East Roswell Park
This premier sprayground offers hours of fun and extravagant features for kids and toddlers. Closed Wednesdays. Where: 9000 Fouts Rd., Roswell. 770-594-6188. roswellgov.com, go to “Recreation and Parks” Cost: $2
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Park Aquatic Center
Indoor leisure pool with beach entry, giant waterslide and water play structures. Where: 2723 North Bogan Rd., Buford. 678-277-0853. gwinnettparks.com, search “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $10.50; ages 4-10, $8.25; ages 3 and younger, $6.25.
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Mill Family Aquatic Center
This aquatic center is a water amusement park featuring slides and sprayers to keep children happy and smiling. Where: 4929 Browns Mill Rd., Lithonia. 770-323-4179. co.dekalb.ga.us; search “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $12; ages 17 and younger, $10. l Cherokee
Aquatic Center
Climb the steps all the way to the top of the two wild water slides and zip down into the outdoor pool featuring a playground with water cannons, a zero-depth entry area, geysers, deck sprays, a current channel and basketball hoops. Where: 1200 Wellstar Way, Canton. 678-880-4760. crpa.net Cost: Adults, $7; ages 2-13, $6; younger than 2, free. l Collins
Cumming Aquatic Center
Hill Aquatic Center
This outdoor attraction has a zero-depth pool entry, interactive water features, slides, squirty play areas and more. There is also a toddler pool and lazy river. Where: 2200 Collins Hill Rd., Lawrenceville. 770-237-5647. gwinnettparks.com, search “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $10.50; ages 4-10, $8.25; ages 3 and younger, $6.25. l Cumming
Aquatic Center
Enjoy two slides, a lazy river and a play structure for children. Where: 201 Aquatic Cir., Cumming. 770-781-1781. cummingaquaticcenter.com Cost: Adults, $6; ages 2-17, $5; ages 1 and younger, free. Cont’d on page 26
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Springs Water Park at Wild Horse Creek Park The activity pool is four feet in depth and has an in-water seating area and two basketball back boards. The spray and fountain play areas and two water slides connected to a leisure river also add to the fun. Where: 3820 Macedonia Dr., Powder Springs. 770-528-4035. cobbcounty.org, go to “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $9; ages 2-17, $6. l South
where science truly becomes an adventure! Visit the Wonders of the Universe! Daily Planetarium Programs 70-ft. Diameter Planetarium 4K Laser Projection System Exhibit Hall With Live Reptiles
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Cobb Aquatic Center
Splash down the huge enclosed spiraling slide, slip through the yellow tube slide and into the water and finally enjoy a “lazy river” float. Where: 875 Riverside Pkwy., Austell. 770-739-3180. cobbcounty.org, go to “Aquatics” Cost: Adults, $6.75; ages 2-17, $5.25. l Piedmont
Park Aquatic Center
Features beach entry, lap lanes, natural and structured shade on the pool deck, concessions and recreational activities. Where: 1320 Monroe Dr. NE, Atlanta. 404-875-7275. piedmontpark.org Cost: $5
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Wolf Lodge
Spend the night (or a weekend) at this fun, new waterpark and resort (waterpark included with resort stay) with tons of family attractions including slides, games, pools and more. Where: 150 Tom Hall Pkwy., LaGrange. 844-473-9653. greatwolf.com/georgia Cost: $149.99 and up. l Margaritaville
at Lanier Islands
Find Georgia’s largest wave pool at Lake Lanier Islands’ beach and waterpark. Splash-happy tots adore “Wiggle Waves” and thrill seekers soar down the four-lane slide for a race, plus there is a wide variety of slides for all ages. Where: 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., Buford. 678-304-3120. lanierislands. com/margaritaville Cost: Adults, $45.99; kids under 48 inches, $31.99; ages 2 and younger, free. Parking, $15.
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
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Malibu Grand Prix Norcross
Flags White Water
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The largest water park in the South boasts some 50 attractions, including the “Dive Bomber” featuring a five-story drop down an enclosed slide, the “Buccaneer Bay” wave pool and “Captain Kids Cove” for younger kids. Where: 250 Cobb Pkwy. N, Marietta. 770-948-9290. sixflags.com/whitewater Cost: Adults, $46.99; kids under 48 inches $41.99; ages 2 and younger, free. Parking, $20.
Flags Hurricane Harbor
Ride the surf in the giant wave pool, plummet down an enclosed tunnel into a zerogravity wave slide on the “Tsunami Surge” or take on the three, twisting slides of the “Bonzai Pipelines.” “Paradise Island” includes an interactive children’s playground. Where: 275 Riverside Pkwy., Austell. 770-739-3400. sixflags.com/overgeorgia/ hurricane-harbor Cost: Included with Six Flags Over Georgia General Admission: $69.99; children under 48 inches, $49.99; ages 2 and younger, free. Parking $25. Cont’d on page 28
Open Daily 9-6 Memorial Day – Labor Day (weather permitting)
Cool River Tubing
Shoot the Hooch COOL RIVER TUBING 590 Edelweiss Strasse Helen, GA 30545
Zip the Hooch NEW Aerial Adventure Park Tubing • Zip Lines • Water Slide
COOL RIVER ADVENTURES 112 Poplar Stump Road Helen, GA 30545
www.coolrivertubing.com • www.coolriveradventures.com 706-878-COOL
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Grand Prix Norcross
Buccaneer Cove has a super-sized water play area that is five levels high with slippery slides, wet tunnels, spray loops and a huge splash bucket. The park features a two-lane open slide and both lanes start at the first level for a big thrill for kids under 36 inches. Where: 5400 Brook Hollow Pkwy., Norcross. 770-416-7630. malibunorcross.com Cost: All day unlimited access pass, $39.99.
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Beach at Cauble Park
The beach area features a white sand beach and roped off area for swimming. Where: 4425 Beach St. NW, Acworth. 770-917-1234. acworth.com/attractions/acworth-beach Cost: Swimming is free. Parking, free Mon.-Fri.; $10 per vehicle (cash only) for non-Acworth residents on weekends between 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. l Big
Beach at Lake Lanier Islands
Hang out on the beach, play some volleyball, catch some rays and enjoy food from the boardwalk. Where: 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., Buford. 770-945-8787. lanierislands.com Cost: Free. Parking, $15. l Robin
Lake Beach at Callaway Gardens
Enjoy swimming and sunbathing. Miniature golf, a floating playground with obstacles, paddle boats, inflatable waterslide, rock climbing wall and more available at extra cost. Where: 17800 US Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain. 844-512-3826. callawaygardens.com Cost: Adults, $24.95; children ages 6-12, $12.95; ages 5 and younger, free. l The
Swimming Beach at Red Top Mountain State Park Cool off in the sandy beach area and roped off swimming area nestled in a cove and surrounded by trees at Lake Allatoona, and enjoy the nearby putt-putt golf and large playground. Where: 50 Lodge Rd. SE, Cartersville. 770-975-4226. redtopmountainstatepark.org Cost: Parking, $5.
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Float Down the ‘Hooch
Photo courtesy of Cool River Tubing / Photo by Lexis Chacon
Traveling down the Chattahoochee by inner tube or raft is a great way to cool off. Do it yourself, or visit one of these companies for a relaxing day on the river. l DIY
Shoot the ‘Hooch
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is open for rafting and tubing from dawn to dusk during the summer; all you need is a life vest and raft or tube. Parking is $5 at any of the parking lot access points. Make sure to leave a second car where you decide to end on the river. l Check weather reports and call for dam water release information. This provides recommended calm water times for floating. Buford Dam: 1-855326-3569. Make sure you are in a safe location when the river begins to rise. l Minimum age to float down the river varies if renting supplies from a company; if not, it is up to parental discretion. l Ages 12 and younger must wear a life vest at all times. Ages 13 and older must have one in the raft or tube.
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River Tubing, Helen
This tubing company sits right in the German-inspired town of Helen, and also has a zip line, water slide and climbing areas. After snaking down the Chattahoochee River, explore the town and have a taste of German food. Cost: Purchase tickets at the Headwaters or Chattahoochee Outposts, and the Main Street Booth. $8 per person for a single-tube trip; $12 per person for all-day tubing; prices vary for other activities. The Details: Open daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. The minimum age for tubing is 3. 706-878-2665; coolrivertubing.com
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River Tubing, Duluth
If you want a river tubing experience close to home, try this tubing company. They provide the life vests, tubes and shuttle service needed for a day on the river. Cost: $10 per person for a two-hour trip. The Details: Open daily, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (last trip at 4:30 p.m.) 4349 Abbotts Bridge Rd., 1-844-386-8823; rivertubing.com
l Rubber-soled shoes are a must for tackling slippery rocks.
Where to Go: l Abbotts Bridge to Medlock Bridge, 4 miles; 3-4 hours. l Medlock Bridge to Jones Bridge, 3 miles; 1.5-2 hours. l Morgan Falls Dam to Johnson Ferry, 2 miles; 1-2 hours. l Johnson Ferry to Powers Island, 3.5 miles; 2-4 hours. l Powers Island to Paces Mill, 3 miles; 1-3 hours. See nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/boating.htm. Call 678-538-1200 for more information.
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Visit one of shootthehooch.com’s outfitters located along the River for tube, kayak, raft, canoe and paddle board rentals. They offer reservations and shuttle options. Rentals at Azalea Park: 203 Azalea Dr., Roswell. Johnson Ferry and Powers Island locations only for prepaid reservations for groups. 770-650-1008.
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Do More, Spend Less
There are many ways to have an awesome summer without spending a lot! Get more ideas by reading our list of 50+ free things to do with kids at atlantaparent.com.
Bowling
Free Nature Centers
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l Metro Fun Center
l Autrey Mill Nature Preserve: Check out the trails and spot native plants and animals. The outdoor animal exhibits include ducks, rabbits, a tortoise and chickens and the indoor exhibit is home to a variety of local reptiles, amphibians and fish. autreymill.org
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l Select locations of Stars and Strikes
l Blue Heron Nature Preserve: This green haven in Buckhead has tons of trails, a creek and a community garden. Spot turtles, birds, wildflowers and more. bhnp.org
l Brunswick Zone
l The Comet Pub and Lanes
l Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve: This preserve in Decatur has several miles of trails, and is also a wildlife sanctuary. The area is home to beavers, foxes, frogs, rabbits and dozens of species of birds. cshepherdpreserve.org
Visit kidsbowlfree.com, bowlsummergames.com or the bowling center’s website for information. Discounted bowling at these locations and more:
Roller Skating l Several metro Atlanta roller skating centers participate in a skate free program by kidsskatefree. com. Kids 12 and younger can register to receive a free coupon (does not include skate rental). Each center sets their own skate hours. Rinks include: Sparkles Family Fun Centers and Hot Wheels Skate Center. Also check with more local rinks for summer deals or discount skating days.
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l Dunwoody Nature Center: Kids can climb and slide on the great playground, look for wildlife along the trails or romp around the creek bank at this preserve. Every first Saturday includes special guests or nature-themed activities. dunwoodynature.org
Playgrounds Get outside and play at one of Atlanta’s many playgrounds. Our favorite picks include areas with shade, slides, swings and climbing areas galore. Visit atlantaparent.com for our list of 75 best playgrounds and parks for families.
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Museums with free days Atlanta History Center, High Museum of Art, Tellus Science Museum and Center for Civil and Human Rights: One free general admission on the first full weekend of each month for Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders. l High Museum of Art: Free admission the second Sunday of each month from noon-5 p.m. and special family-friendly programs from 1-4 p.m. high.org. The Woodruff Arts Center also hosts Family Fun days June 10 and July 8 from 1-4 p.m. with activities including an instrument petting zoo, interactive storytimes, art making workshops, drop-in acting classes and more. woodruffcenter.org l MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta): Family Free Day the second Sunday of most months. There is not one in June this year, and the next one is July 8. museumofdesign.org l Michael C. Carlos Museum: In 2019, the Museum will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the formal founding on Emory University’s campus. Free admission is from 1-4 p.m., and days are scheduled between now and 2019. Next dates include each Thursday in June and July. See carlos.emory.edu/visit/hours-admission for more dates.
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Museums (always free) There are several museums in metro Atlanta that don’t charge admission. Here are a few: The Georgia Capitol Museum Tour, where kids can learn about the government; The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, which includes his boyhood home; The Marietta Fire Museum and the Roswell Fire Museum, where fire fighting history and antique fire trucks are just part of the artifacts that fascinate kids. The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum is free for ages 16 and younger, and adults pay $8. Visiting Fernbank Science Center is free, but planetarium shows are $7 for adults and $5 for ages 3-18.
Concerts Metro Atlanta has an abundance of free, family-friendly outdoor concerts in the summer. Make sure and check out our full list on atlantaparent.com l Roswell Riverside Sounds at Riverside Park: First Saturday of each month through October. l Summer Concert Series at Mall of Georgia: Every Saturday through July 28. No programs June 30 or July 7. l Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta Square: The last Friday night of month through September. l Concerts by the Springs on Heritage Green in Sandy Springs: One Sunday each month through September. Upcoming June 10 and July 8. l The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: Free concert in Piedmont Park on June 14, 7:30 p.m. at Oak Hill, in the southwest corner of the park.
At the Library Local libraries offer a great list of free children’s storytimes, but they also offer special events such as yoga, music or language classes as well as free crafts, origami or cartooning. Check with your local library for schedule. You can also check out free passes at your local library to several area attractions including Georgia ParkPass or a Historic Site Pass, Zoo Atlanta and Center for Puppetry Arts. Visit websites for complete details and restrictions. Other free admissions that vary by county (Gwinnett County, for instance, has passes to Hudgens Center for Art & Learning and Southeastern Railway Museum).
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Free Classes Many stores offer free or almost free classes for kids year-round. Check stores for schedule. l Michaels stores: Arts and crafts classes for ages 3 and older for $2-$5 per child. michaels.com l Home Depot and Lowe’s: Free classes on select weekends for young builders. homedepot.com, lowes.com. l Bass Pro Shops: Outdoor skills workshops and special, free children’s events are held on select dates. Check basspro.com and choose the Lawrenceville location for schedule. l Lakeshore Learning: Make a different free craft each week. Every Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 3 and older. lakeshorelearning.com
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Glow-In-The-Dark Play Area Features:
v minigolf v football v soccer v basketball v air cannons v glow-in-the-dark inflatables v lighted interactive game floor
PRIVATE PARTIES
Party Rooms with glow & regular lighting
6527 JIMMY CARTER BLVD. NORCROSS v 770-368-3008
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Take a family outing to grab a frozen pop or snow cone, where each person can pick out a custom flavor or topping.
Snow Cones
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Try over 75 flavors including Mango, Cotton Candy and The Rainbow. While enjoying your icy treat, play tons of classic arcade games that are all set on free play in the store. Marietta; 678-232-2525. kosnoballs.com
Easy Sno-Balls
New Orleans-style ice that kids and adults alike rave about. Kids will love the Blue Cotton Candy or Sour Raspberry and adults will enjoy the tart Key Lime Pie flavor, a custom creation by the owner. Woodstock; 470-695-6144. Facebook.com/ bigeasysnoballs. l Bon
Glaze
This new donut spot is serving up shaved ice for the summer. Try Bubble Gum, Wedding Cake or Dreamsicle flavors. You can even opt to top your shaved ice with cotton candy. Atlanta; 470-428-2569, Brookhaven; 678-6914534. bonglaze.com l Hokulia
Shave Ice
You don’t have to vacation in Hawaii for a taste of this traditional shaved ice. Choose from tons of fruity flavors and add Macadamia Nut Ice Cream or toppings such as sweetened condensed milk or Li Hung Mui Powder. Atlanta; 404-697-6400. hokuliashaveice.com. l Ice
Ice Baby SnoBalls
Authentic New Orleans-style snoballs are served at the Strawberry Fields Market with flavors including Carolina Peach, Scout Honor Mint Chocolate and other locally-sourced flavors throughout the summer. Holiday Marina, Lake Lanier Islands; 678-3612744. Facebook.com/iceicebabysnoballs/
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Hawaiian Shaved Ice
Try Hawaiian Paradise with Pineapple, Coconut and Banana or Rainbow with Strawberry, Banana and Blue Hawaii. Add ice cream to the mix or try the Pineapple or Lava Flow Bowls. They also offer milk teas, milkshakes and coffee. Suwanee; 678-288-9673. facebook.com/ParadiseHawaiian-Shaved-Ice-432372837142367/ l Pelican’s
Snoballs
Born from a New Orleans tradition of combining smooth fluffy snow with bold flavors, Pelican’s Snoballs features over 100 varieties, including Rainbow, Frogger’s, Shark Attack and Pretty Princess. Covington; 678-6754, Douglasville; 919-9953489, Kennesaw; 704-578-6002, Marietta; 678494-6336. pelicanssnoballs.com l SnowVille
Shavery
This location serves up shaved snow, a variation from shaved ice. The concept derives from Taiwan, and is created by shaving flavored ice into a base of milk and water. Try the Traditional, Strawberry, Honey Dew or Key Lime Pie among other flavors. Marietta; 470-263-8170. snowvilleshavery.com Cont’d on page 34
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Butterfly Encounter Open Daily Now through July 31
l SunO The milky and sweet Asian-inspired blend creates a mix of ice cream and snow cone consistency. Try Chocolate, Thai Tea, Green Tea or Strawberry among other flavors. Kids 8 and younger get a free, small SunO every Friday with purchase. Duluth; 404-969-5128, Decatur; 404-343-4699. sunodessert.com
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Included with General Admission, Free to CNC Members 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell, GA 30075 chattnaturecenter.org • 770-992-2055 x238
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Stars
Find this local frozen pop company in area Whole Foods as well as by the Mayor’s Grove Playground in Piedmont Park. Try the Arnold Palmer, Chocolate Salted Coconut or the Sweet Potato Pie and more. Flavors change by season. Mayor’s Grove Playground in Piedmont Park and Whole Foods. 404-500-8232. popstarsatl.com l Steel
Summer Fun
of Pops
This staple Atlanta frozen treat can be found all around town at many festivals, restaurants, grocery stores or by visiting their window store or Ponce City Market locations. Try Cookies and Cream, Strawberry Lemonade or Fresh Peach. King of Pops sources produce from their very own farm and flavors change depending on the season. “The Window,” Atlanta and Ponce City Market. 833-328-7677. kingofpops.com
City Pops
The Alabama favorite is now in Atlanta. The small-batch treats are made with locallyharvested ingredients. The seasonal flavors change with what is fresh, including fruity or creamy Avocado, Strawberry Cream, Lavender Lemonade and more. Cart in Atlantic Station and Decatur; 678-996-1380. steelcitypops.com
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Top 4th of July Events
Fourth in the Park Parade, Marietta
l Fantastic Fourth Celebration. Memorial Lawn at Stone Mountain Park. Enjoy a fireworks display following the Lasershow Spectacular. July 1-7. 9:30 p.m. Hwy. 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690. Fireworks show, free; parking, $20.
l East Point Salute to the Red, White and Blue. Across from the East Point MARTA station. Artist market, food vendors, live music, a carnival and fireworks. July 4. 3-11 p.m. Fireworks, 9:30 p.m. 2757 Main St., East Point. downtowneastpoint.com. Free.
l Duluth Celebrates America. Duluth Town Green. Celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display, children’s activities, bands and more. July 3. 5:30-10 p.m. 3167 Main St., Duluth. 770-476-3434. Free.
l Fourth in the Park. Glover Park. A parade, free concerts, museum tours, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks. Parade begins at Roswell Street Baptist Church and ends at North Marietta Parkway. July 4. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 50 Park Square, Marietta. 770-794-5601. Free.
l Kennesaw’s Salute to America. Downtown Kennesaw and Depot Park. Pre-Fourth celebration including two stages of live music, food vendors and other activities. July 3. 6-10 p.m. 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-422-9714. Free. l Sparks in the Park. E. E. Robinson Park. Fireworks, inflatables, food and drinks and live entertainment. July 3. 6 p.m. 850 Level Creek Rd., Sugar Hill. 770-831-7413. Free. l Chamblee Fourth of July Celebration. Keswick Park. Activities for kids and adults, food vendors, live music and an elaborate fireworks show in the park. July 4. 5-10 p.m. 3496 Keswick Dr., Chamblee. 770986-5016. Free. l Cumming Fourth of July Celebration. Cumming Fairgrounds. Festivities begin July 4, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., with a dance contest, food and vendors, children’s activities and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming. 770-881-3491. Admission, $5; under 12, free. l Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade. Dunwoody Village. Celebration features marching bands, floats, clowns and animal units who will march from Mount Vernon Road and Jett Ferry Road to Dunwoody Village. July 4. 9 a.m. Dunwoody Village Pkwy., Dunwoody. 678-382-6700. Free.
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l Fourth of July Extravaganza. The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. March in the children’s parade around the museum floor, enjoy storytime, sing patriotic songs and see special indoor “fireworks” with bubble wrap. July 4. Noon and 2 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta. 404-6595437. Adults and ages 1 and older, $15.95; wear your 2018 Peachtree Road Race T-shirt to receive one half-price admission per T-shirt (with purchase of one full-priced admission). l Fourth of July Parade and Rotary Celebration. Downtown Newnan. A patriotic, hometown parade starts at 9 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park and ends at Greenville Street Park; followed by entertainment and food at Newnan High School’s Drake Stadium at 5:30 p.m.; fireworks at dusk. July 4. Newnan. 770-253-8283. Free. l Independence Day Celebration. Peachtree City. Fourth of July parade begins at 9 a.m. on Peachtree Parkway. Festival starts at 5 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. Food vendors and fireworks at dusk. July 4. 9 a.m.-11 p.m. 151 Willowbend Rd., Peachtree City. 770-631-2525. Free. l July Fourth Concert and Fireworks. Cauble Park. Food vendors, live music in the afternoon and fireworks at dark. July 4. 4 p.m. 4425 Beach St., Acworth. 770-917-1234. Free.
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l July Fourth Festival at the Park and Fireworks Show. Parade begins at 10 a.m. and proceeds west down Church Street. Festival starts at 11 a.m. at Hunter Memorial Park. Fireworks begin at dusk. July 4. 8830 Gurley Rd., Douglasville. 770-920-3007. Parade and fireworks show, free; festival rides, $3 wristband. l July Fourth Festivities and Fireworks. Wills Park. Face painting, entertainment, local bands, food vendors and fireworks at dusk. July 4. 6-10 p.m. 1825 Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta. 678-297-6130. Free. l July Fourth Star Spangled Beach Party. Robin Lake Beach. This bash at Callaway Gardens includes beach activities, live music, the FSU Flying High Circus and the annual Fireworks Extravaganza. July 4. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. 17800 U.S. Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain. 800-852-3810. Ages 13 and older, $35; ages 6-12, $24.95; ages 6 and younger, free. l Pied Piper Parade, Concert and Fireworks. Downtown Decatur. Decorate a wagon, ride your bike, skate or walk along with the parade that begins at First Baptist Church of Decatur. The Callanwolde Concert Band performs after the parade. Fireworks display at dark. July 4. Parade Line-Up, 5:30 p.m.; concert, 7 p.m.; fireworks, 9 p.m. Downtown Decatur. 678-615-0915. Free. l Fourth of July Celebration. Dellinger Park. Concert, fireworks, children’s area, food and more. July 4. Begins at 2 p.m. 100 Pine Grove Rd., Cartersville. 770-423-1330. Free; parking, $5. l Star Spangled Fourth. Mall of Georgia. Live music, a movie and Gwinnett’s biggest fireworks display. July 4. Festivities begin at 5 p.m.; fireworks begin at dark. 3333 Buford Dr., Buford. 678-482-8788. Free.
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Beyond Atlanta l Celebrate America. The Rock Ranch. All day family fun with evening concert and a world-class fireworks extravaganza. Entertainment includes farm access and more than 35 family rides and attractions. June 30. Gates open at 2 p.m. 5020 Barnesville Hwy., The Rock. 706-647-6374. $13/person from 2-6 p.m., $25/carload after 6 p.m. l Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Fireworks extravaganza. July 4. 9 p.m. 1311 Music Hall Rd., Hiawassee. 706-896-4191. Free. l Freedom Train. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Celebrate Independence Day all aboard in Bryson City. July 4. Departure 7 p.m. 226 Everett St., Bryson City, NC. 800-872-4681. Adults, $62-$96; ages 2-12, $40-$55; ages 23 months and younger, $0-$20.
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4 Ways to Scavenger Hunt Around Atlanta l Hunt with a Book Clue Town Books are a series of walkable hunts to lead your family searching around Atlanta with clues. Hunters use landmarks to solve puzzles and the solutions reveal how to get to the next checkpoint. Choose from Emory University, Piedmont Park and more. Purchase a book at cluetownbooks.com or local retailers.
l Hunt for Doors These miniature doors are handcrafted and painted to go along with their locations, and some even include tiny figurines and pets. Find Tiny Doors of Atlanta at Krog Street Tunnel, Old Fourth Ward Skatepark, King of Pops and more. The Secret Doors of Decatur can be found at the Decatur Visitor Center, Wylde Center and more. tinydoorsatl.com and secretdoorsdecatur.com
l Hunt with a Tour Sign up for one of Scavenger Hunt Atlanta’s adventures, which are custom designed for each family or group, and no two are the same. Past examples include the City Scavenger Hunt and the ATL Mad Dash, which includes the use of MARTA stations. Visit scavengerhuntatl.com to request a hunt.
l Hunt with an App Download the Big City Hunt app for a 2-hour excursion around Atlanta. Purchase tickets on the app or website, and gather a team of one to 30 players. Each person will have an interactive role in the hunt from fun photo challenges, local trivia and riddles. Earn points by completing the activities. scavengerhunt.com. The Urban Adventure Quest website offers another option to hunt around downtown Atlanta starting at Centennial Olympic Park. After purchasing, downloading and creating a profile, follow clues from your phone, complete challenges and earn points. urbanadventurequest.com
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Your r e m m u S Go-To t s i L t e k c u B
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort kingandprince.com
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands margaritavilleatlanierislands.com
River Tubing rivertubing.com
Rockin’ Jump rockinjump.com
The Rock Ranch therockranch.com
Roswell Summer Puppet Series at Roswell Cultural Arts Center roswellcac.com
Adventure Air Sports adventureairsports.com
Anakeesta Outdoor Family Theme Park anakeesta.com
Chattahoochee Nature Center chattnaturecenter.org
Children’s Museum of Atlanta childrensmuseumatlanta.org
City of Acworth acworth.org
Dunwoody Convention & Visitors Bureau cvbdunwoody.com
Cool River Adventures coolriveradventures.com
Southeastern Railway Museum train-museum.org
Cool River Tubing coolrivertubing.com
Tellus Science Museum tellusmuseum.org
Dynamo Swim School dynamoswimschool.com
Tennessee Valley Railroad tvrail.com
Fernbank Museum of Natural History fernbankmuseum.org
Tiny Towne tinytowne.com
Fernbank Science Center fernbank.edu
Towns County golakechatuge.com
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids inkfun.org
Treetop Quest treetopquest.com
Summerfest at Gaylord Opryland Resort gaylordopryland.com/summerfest
Wildwater Rafting wildwaterrafting.com
Glow Galaxy glowgalaxy.com
Woodruff Arts Center Family Fun Days woodruffcenter.org/familyfun
High Museum of Art high.org
Zoo Atlanta zooatlanta.org
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