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Inside 33 February

YEARS OF ATLANTA PARENT

Vol. 34 / Number 2

Features

Departments 7 Publisher’s Note 8

Good Stuff

Things we like

66 For the Fridge

Words of humor & wisdom

The votes are in! Check out the best Atlanta has to offer families. / 14

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Smile – when you find the right dentist with our list of mom-approved dentists. / 41

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Food shopping just got easier: Log on, click on your items and pick them up at the curb or arrange for home delivery.

Another Take on Takeout

Grab a family meal to go, but not at the fast-food window.

Families have lots of options for meals that feel home cooked but arrive home ready to heat and eat.

Games Families Play

Looking for great board games to play with kids?

Play one – or more – on Atlanta Parent’s list of top games.

21 Get Ready for Overnight Camp

Find a perfect traditional camp or pick a summer camp that specializes in your child’s interest or takes him on an adventure – our overnight camp guide has something for everyone.

Family Fun Guide 51

Not-to-Miss Events

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7 Places for Healthy Eating

53 Atlanta Gladiators 55

iFly Atlanta

56 Circus Crazy

58 Celebrate Black History

60 February

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THINGS WE LIKE

Send a Smile The patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta spend long hours in the hospital going through treatment. By visiting giving.choa.org/smilegram you can send a SmileGram to a patient, which is a message of encouragement that is printed out and delivered to the patient’s room.

Yoga Bear If your child is a young yogi, she will love the Meddy Teddy. The bear is made of soft plush and has an internal frame that bends into many different yoga positions to help kids learn fundamental yoga movements. Available at meddyteddy.com for $34.95

Personalized Picture Book Help your child find his name with the Lost My Name picture books. With each turn of the page, your child will find another colorfully illustrated letter that builds up to form his name on the final page. Available at lostmy.name/en-US for $29.99

Introduce Coding The Osmo Coding Game helps teach the elements of coding from an early age.

Your child controls “Awbie,” a character on the hunt for strawberries, and with each programmed command he gets closer to his destination.

Available at playosmo.com and major retailers for $49

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Spread Kindness Feb. 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Show some love by encouraging your family to spread some kindness to others.

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Instacart allows you pick your groceries on the app from local stores, and they

are hand-delivered the same day by personal shoppers. Create a free account, shop for groceries and schedule a delivery time. instacart.com n Cost: The price of groceries plus delivery fee (First delivery is free). Over $35 is $5.99 per delivery; under Instacart code: $35 is $9.99 per delivery. Peak delivery times may result All new customers in in surge pricing. Instacart Express: Annual, $149 per year.

Atlanta are offered $10 Monthly, $14.99 per month. Free delivery on orders of off their order, plus free $35 or more.

2-hour delivery. That can n Our Take: The app has GPS to follow your driver be accessed by visiting instacart.com/groceryfrom the store to home. If they are shopping, you can see delivery/atlanta the items when added on the app. The tipping is tricky because they have an optional 10 percent service fee for shoppers working in the store and tipping the driver delivering your order.

Walmart Grocery Pick Up allows for free same-day pick up. Create

a free Walmart account online or download the app, place an order and choose a time slot for pick up. Check-in when you get close and the app tracks your location so the order will be ready when you arrive. Walmart also offers a grocery delivery service for a fee. walmart.com/grocery n Cost: The price of groceries plus free pick up. For deliveries, the fee varies, and is based on the time slot you choose. The delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout. n Our Take: Make sure to check in on the app so that your groceries will be ready when you arrive. If an item on the list isn’t available, the shopper will gladly sub it with another type and let you know. atlantaparent.com

Amazon Prime Now is a benefit of Amazon Prime that allows

members to place orders for same-day delivery. Once you reach the order minimum and your order is placed, you will receive tracking updates via text message. You’ll be prompted to pick a two-hour delivery window. n Cost: The price of groceries plus free delivery in a two-hour window and delivery within one hour for $7.99 per order ($10 off your first order total). Yearly: $14.95 per month plus the cost of an Amazon Prime membership. n Our Take: The grocery items come in reusable bags that can be collapsed for easy storage. It is different than the personal shopper experience because the items are not hand-picked. I ordered the groceries to be delivered between 6 and 8 a.m. and they came timely at 7:30 a.m.

Kroger ClickList

Kroger ClickList is an online grocery pick up service from Kroger.

Ask for a free Kroger card and then create your Kroger account online or download the app to place the order. You can shop online, schedule a pickup time and pick up your order at the store. kroger.com/topic/clicklist n Cost: The price of groceries plus $4.95 per order (first three orders are free). n Our Take: Plan ahead and get a Kroger card/ account if you don’t already have one. Pay attention at pick up to items on sale, because Kroger’s sales change frequently.

Advice for your first try n Have a list prepared before you begin the process. Most sites save your list online so that shopping is easier the second time.

n Make sure the store, app or website you are choosing serves your area. On most websites you can enter your zip code to see the closest pickup location or delivery range.

n Check and see what type of payment each service

Shipt is a company that sends personal shoppers to hand-pick the items you put on your list from area grocery stores. Purchase your membership plan, and through the Shipt app, you choose your items, pay for them and schedule a delivery. shipt.com n Cost: A Shipt membership: Annual, $8.25 per month. Monthly, $14 per month Shipt code: plus the cost of groceries plus $7 delivery $20 off an annual fee for orders under $35.(Fee is free on membership code (annual orders of $35 or more for members). Shipt memberships are typically does not utilize surge pricing, even for $99/year. This code is deliveries during peak times. good for a $79 annual n Our Take: The Shipt app is very membership) using the user-friendly. When ordering groceries it code 6CK7H5C990F allows you to view recipes and the list of The expiration date ingredients to make them. Simply click is 02/28/17 the list and order the ingredients needed to make dinner.

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n Think about the time you schedule delivery or pick up. To ensure the freshest produce, make sure you will be at home in time or able to get to the store when your order is ready.

n Check order minimums. You may want to hold off on ordering groceries until you have a larger amount. Some companies require a minimum order amount or wave delivery fees for orders over $35.

Tipping help It can sometimes be confusing when to tip with these services. Tipping is up to your discretion, and can be done in person or through some apps. n Kroger: ClickList Associates are not allowed to accept tips.

n Walmart: Tips cannot be accepted by Walmart employees. You can complete the post-order survey to let Walmart know how the specific employee did.

n Shipt: You may tip in cash to the shopper or within the app up to 24 hours after you receive your delivery.

General tips range 15-20 percent.

n Instacart: 10 percent is the default service fee amount added to your order. You can adjust the amount upon checkout and also add a tip for your driver.

n Amazon Prime Now: Tipping is optional and can be changed up to 24 hours after delivery. If you choose, the tip is added when you place your order.

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When you have the urge to run to the drive-thru, turn the other way and pick up a homemade dish at these local places.

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Exactly like the name, when you step into the 1950s-style kitchen you are transported back in time to mom or grandma’s table. Try heat-and-eat options such as pot roast, spaghetti pie or chicken and dumplings. momstableonline.com Roswell; 770-552-7515

Made-from-scratch take-out food that is fresh or frozen and ready to be picked up for dinner. Think mom’s favorites: pimento cheese, chicken pot pie and chicken spaghetti. cookinupastorm.kitchen Decatur; 678-399-3964

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Oakhurst Market Mon.-Thurs. you can stop by and pick up a hot dinner for two or four people, but make sure you order by 2 p.m. because some meals sell out. Menu suppers change weekly and are listed on the website and social media. Or try the grab-n-go hot dinners ready by 5 p.m. each day. Try the baked chicken and mashed potatoes or the shrimp and grits. oakhurstmarket.com Decatur; 678-732-3109

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A membership-only based delivery service that offers made-from-scratch meals. The meals are prepared daily and delivered to you hot and ready to eat. The membership fee is $8.95 per month or $84 per year in addition to the cost of meals. Deliveries made around metro Atlanta. realmealdelivery.com

An easy way to observe nutritional needs such as specific calorie intake and food allergens, Good Measure Meals prepare weekly meal plans to choose from. Pick from 5-day or 7-day plans for the week or month. With 90 pick-up locations around metro Atlanta and Athens, you can easily grab a week’s worth of meals. goodmeasuremeals.com

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Our families are passionate about spending time with their children and want other families to discover all the places they love. For family fun, you can’t go wrong with any of the top venues in each category – we want readers to try them all!

BEST LOCAL ATTRACTION TO SPEND AN AFTERNOON WITH THE KIDS l Atlanta BeltLine: Walk, bike or run the 22-mile trail that connects many Atlanta neighborhoods. Admire artwork, search for the Tiny Doors and stop for a treat at Krog Street Market or Ponce City Market along the way. beltline.org l Children’s Museum of Atlanta: Spend the day learning about science, food and technology, or enjoy daily storytelling, performances, science experiments or art projects. childrensmuseumatlanta.org l Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Families love the new addition to Fernbank, WildWoods, which features outdoor areas to explore, playgrounds and nature-viewing vistas. fernbankmuseum.org

BEST PLACE TO WEAR OUT THE KIDS l Sky Zone: Play basketball, jump on trampolines or into the large foam pit. Five locations in metro Atlanta. skyzone.com l Catch Air: An indoor play and party space with slides and more. Six locations in metro Atlanta. catchairparty.com l HippoHopp: Eco-friendly indoor play areas, a reusable discount card and a large toddler area.

Atlanta. hippohopp.com

BEST PLAYGROUND l PlayTown Suwanee: A magical bus, castle, log cabin, boat, elephant, slides and more located on Main Street in Suwanee. l Bessie Branham Park: Large wooden play structure with bridges, swings and slides located in Kirkwood. l Chastain Park Playground: Outdoor piano, treehouse, large slides and more in Chastain Park.

BEST NATURE CENTER l Chattahoochee Nature Center: Wildlife and nature, hands-on fun, camps and more await families in this Roswell treasure. chattnaturecenter.org l Dunwoody Nature Center: Butterflies, birds, classes, day camp and overnight stays – plenty to love. dunwoodynature.org l Blue Heron Nature Preserve: Spot beavers, monarch butterflies, birds and other wildlife in this nature area on Roswell Road. bhnp.org

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BEST GARDEN

BEST PLACE FOR A SWEET TREAT WITH THE KIDS

l Atlanta Botanical Garden: Visit the newly-remodeled children’s garden and attend special programming and exhibits in the heart of Atlanta. atlantabg.org

l Morelli’s Ice Cream: Over 200 homemade flavors to make your favorite combination. Moreland Avenue; ChambleeDunwoody Road inside Farm Burger. morellisicecream.com

l Gibbs Garden: More than 50 acres of daffodils bloom from March to mid-April – just one of many reasons to visit this 292-acre garden in Ball Ground. gibbsgardens.com

l Jake’s Ice Cream: Old-school ice cream shop with weekly inventive flavors. Atlanta. jakesicecream.com

l Woodlands Garden: The urban preserve in Decatur has birds, bugs and many native plants to see. The garden hosts Fairies in the Garden and other children’s events throughout the year. woodlandsgarden.org

BEST MUSEUM l Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Walk through Georgia’s history, see towering dinosaur skeletons, view a traveling exhibit, and participate in special children’s activities. fernbankmuseum.org l Children’s Museum of Atlanta: The museum has always offered interactive activities for the toddler set, but after the expansion and renovation, it now keeps older kids engaged, too. childrensmuseumatlanta.org l High Museum of Art: Helps children develop an appreciation for art at an early age with children’s programs, permanent and special exhibits. high.org

BEST SPECIALTY MUSEUM l Tellus Science Museum: Dig for fossils and pan for gems, see dinosaur bones and science in motion. tellusmuseum.org l Center for Civil and Human Rights: Learn about Civil and Human Rights leaders through interactive technology. Kids get free admission on SPARK Saturdays. civilandhumanrights.org l College Football Hall of Fame: See memorabilia from football greats, try your hand in the Skill Zone and access your stats online after you leave. cfbhall.com

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l Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams: Has national scoop shop locations and Atlanta is lucky enough to have three of them. Atlanta and Decatur. jenis.com

BEST KIDS THEATER l Center for Puppetry Arts: The newly-expanded center offers a variety of classic story adaptations, new works and traveling shows. puppet.org l Theatre for the Very Young at Alliance Theatre: The grandparent of children’s theatre offers year-round shows for ages 0-5 and their parents. alliancetheatre.org l Aurora Children’s Playhouse: Adaptations of popular books and stories, and intended for kids to experience puppeteers, magicians, storytellers and musicians. auroratheatre.com

BEST ANIMAL ATTRACTION l Zoo Atlanta: Visit the new twin panda cubs or stay overnight with the NightCrawlers program, and learn what it takes to be a zookeeper. zooatlanta.org l Georgia Aquarium: See a giant whale shark and learn about other creatures that live in and around the sea, or take part in Toddler Time, a program for toddlers with costumed characters, storytime and crafts. georgiaaquarium.org l Wild Animal Safari: Visit a safari right outside of metro Atlanta in Pine Mountain. The drive-through park has 65 species of animals from lions to giraffes to peacocks and lizards. animalsafari.com

BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT l Flying Biscuit: With healthy and decadent options, there is a brunch item sure to please every family member. A fluffy, buttery biscuit is served with each meal. 14 locations in metro Atlanta. flyingbiscuit.com l Yeah Burger: Kid favorites: burgers, grilled cheese, chicken fingers and vegan and vegetarian burgers. Virginia Highland and West Midtown. yeahburger.com l Fresh to Order: Eight locations in metro Atlanta with kid’s menu items including: seared salmon, grilled chicken, Caesar salad and more. freshtoorder.com l Bantam + Biddy: Southern favorites on the kids’ menu including: fried chicken or vegetable plate. Full breakfast menu also available. Three locations in metro Atlanta. bantamandbiddy.com

BEST LOCAL KIDS TOY STORE l Rhen’s Nest Toy Shop: Wide variety of educational and unique toys. Atlanta. rhensnesttoyshop.com l Learning Express: Five metro Atlanta stores make it convenient to find educational and fun toys, and play with them before you buy. learningexpress.com l Richard’s Variety Store: Toys, games, random finds, arts and crafts and more. Atlanta and Buckhead. richardsvarietystore.com l Treehouse Kid & Craft: Toys, décor, crafts, clothing and more at two locations in Decatur and Athens. treehousekidandcraft.com Cont’d on page 16

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l Little Shop of Stories: Carefully selected books with an especially good section for preteen and teen readers, storytime, and special author events. littleshopofstories.com l Half Price Books: Discounted selection of books including bestsellers. hpb.com l Barnes & Noble: Storytime, activities and plenty of books make this a favorite. barnesandnoble.com

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BEST BIRTHDAY PLACE

BEST PLACE FOR A KIDS HAIRCUT

l Main Event Entertainment: Laser tag, gravity ropes, bowling and more.

They handle invitations, set up and clean up. mainevent.com

l Pigtails and Crewcuts: Five locations in metro Atlanta. pigtailsandcrewcuts.com

l Stars & Strikes: Bowl, ride in bumper cars, or play laser tag. The party team takes care of set up and guides the kids to each area of play. starsandstrikes.com

l Relish Kids: Atlanta. relishsalon.net

l Little Shop of Stories: Themed storytime of your child’s choosing. Invitations and paper goods provided. littleshopofstories.com l Tiny Towne: Kids love to learn to drive in this miniature city park in Norcross. Activities, food and a party coordinator make party planning easy. tinytowne.com

BEST PLACE FOR MUSIC FUN l The Music Class: 14 locations in metro Atlanta. themusicclass.com l Gymboree Play & Music: Four locations in metro Atlanta. gymboreeclasses.com l Community Music Centers of Atlanta: Three locations in metro Atlanta. cmcatlanta.com

l Salon Red Kids: Three locations in metro Atlanta. salonred.com

BEST KIDS PLACE FOR CRAFTING l Little House of Art: Chamblee; Atlanta. littlehouseofart.com l Art Attack: East Atlanta. facebook.com/pg/ArtAttackKids l 2 Crafty Chicks: Decatur. twocraftychicks.com

BEST KIDS CONSIGNMENT/ RESALE STORE l Once Upon a Child: Ten metro stores. onceuponachild.com l Kid to Kid: Nine metro stores. kidtokid.com l Sweet Repeats Buckhead. sweetrepeatsatlanta.com

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BEST KIDS CLOTHING & SPECIALTY RETAIL l Happy Mango: Atlanta. shophappymango.com l Mint Julep: Atlanta. mintjulepga.com l The Seed Factory: Atlanta. seedfactoryatlanta.com

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A BABY l Northside Hospital Atlanta: northside.com l Piedmont Atlanta Hospital: piedmont.org l DeKalb Medical: dekalbmedical.org

BEST ER FACILITY l Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta: choa.org l Northside Hospital Atlanta: northside.com l Grady Hospital: gradyhealth.org

BEST RESTAURANT FOR A SPECIAL DATE NIGHT l Canoe: Set on the Chattahoochee River in Vinings, Canoe offers a warm atmosphere with an exposed kitchen and flavorful dishes. canoeatl.com l Cakes & Ale: Fine Southern ingredients and a great atmosphere on the square in Downtown Decatur. cakesandalerestaurant.com l Murphy’s: Upscale comfort food focusing on local ingredients, located in Virginia Highland. murphys-atlanta-restaurant.com

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BEST NIGHT OUT FOR MOMS AND DADS l Skyline Park at Ponce City Market: Feel like a kid again while playing mini-golf and carnival games, but also gaze at the awesome skyline views. skylineparkatlanta.com l Starlight Drive-In: The largest of Georgia’s dwindling selection of drive-in theaters. starlightdrivein.com l Catching a show at Alliance Theatre: Enjoy a wide variety of theatrical productions throughout the year. alliancetheatre.org

BEST DAY TRIP WITH KIDS l Chattanooga l Serenbe in Chattahoochee Hills

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BEST OVERNIGHT TRIP WITH KIDS l Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain: callawaygardens.com l U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala.: rocketcenter.com l Adventure Science Center in Nashville, Tenn.: adventuresci.org

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BEST KEPT SECRETS IN ATLANTA Our readers had many great suggestions for best kept secrets. Here are our favorites: l Cascade Springs Nature Preserve: Hike to the waterfall and Civil War battle site through mossy trails and forests. 2852 Cascade Rd. SW, Atlanta. l EAA Young Eagles Aviation Program: Gives ages 8-17 their first free ride in an airplane. eaa.org l Hudgens Center for the Arts Toddler Fridays: The last Friday of each month the center hosts hands-on activities and storytime for ages 1-4. thehudgens.org

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l IKEA Småland: A fun, supervised play area in the entrance lobby for children while you shop. ikea.com/us/ en/store/atlanta/service l Lake Claire Community Land Trust: Gardens, community event areas, paths and even an Emu. 270 Arizona Ave. NE Atlanta. lcclt.org l Rent a Boat on Lake Lanier: Rent a pontoon boat with life jackets and water tubes included and enjoy a day on the water. lanierrental.com l Movie Tavern: Breakfast and a flick on Saturdays and Sundays. movietavern.com l Atlanta Streetcar: Take a ride on the loop and visit the playground at Woodruff Park, and then have a snack at Sweet Auburn Curb Market. streetcar.atlantaga.gov l Your DeKalb Farmer’s Market: Quickly become transported around the world with flavors and produce galore. Don’t miss the tanks full of live fish and the café serving dishes from many different countries. dekalbfarmersmarket.com

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Kids who embrace adventure or those who have a specialized interest – roller coasters, space exploration, dinosaurs and more – won’t be able to resist these overnight camps.

Spy Camp Learn what it takes to be a spy in this two-week camp that includes martial arts, code breaking, surveillance techniques and undercover maneuvers, for fifth-graders and older. The camp in Lake Como, Pa., is part of Camp Lohikan, a traditional camp with areas of focus that include circus arts, extreme sports, gymnastics and more. lohikan.com

Dinosaur Camp Alpen Girl

Outdoors Adventure Camps Tent camping-on-the-move with daily adventures such as hiking, rock climbing or white water rafting could best describe the experience at these two camps, and others that don’t have a fixed camp location. Alpen Girl for ages 11-16 has one-week camps for younger girls, and two-week camps for older girls with itineraries in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho and Washington. alpengirlcamp.com. Adventure Treks leads co-ed trips for ages 13-18, ranging from 13 to 30 days. Treks explore in Washington, Oregon, Wyoming, Montana, California, Colorado, British Columbia and Alaska. adventuretreks.com

At Encana Badlands Science Camp offered

by Royall Tyrrell Museum, Alberta, Canada, kids sleep in prospector tents in the Alberta Badlands and get a hands-on experience in paleontology while prospecting for dinosaur fossils. The one-week camps are for kids ages 9-12 or 13-16. tyrrellmuseum.com

Space Camp At the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala., kids ages 9-11, 12-14 and 15-18 train like an astronaut, launch rockets and work as a team to solve problems related to space travel. spacecamp.com

Roller Coaster Tours Teens who love coasters can take a hair-raising oneweek tour with ThrillCoaster Tours. Tours this year go to Cedar Point, the Roller Coaster Capital of the World, in Sandusky, Ohio, and nearby coasters or sample the coasters in California, including those at Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios and Disneyland. Kids stay at Marriott or Hilton hotels. thrillcoastertours.com

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Travel and Learn Camps From fourth grade through high school, kids can travel in the U.S. or abroad with Overland Summer Camps, based in Williamstown, Mass. Camp groups are organized by age and interests, such as biking, hiking, field studies, languages, leadership or service. overlandsummers.com On a Bold Earth tour, kids travel in the U.S. and abroad on adventures such as biking and hiking Italy, exploring the wildlife and waters of the Galapagos Islands off Ecuador, attending surf camp in Mexico and more. Adventures are for kids ages 12 and older. boldearth.com Overland Summer Camps

Wizards, Warriors and Zombies!

Kids ages 10-15 use physics and biology to fight monsters, battle with foam swords and find their hero within at Wizards and Warriors STEM Camp, a co-ed camp in Waltham, Mass. At Zombie STEM Summer Camp they fight off evil with NERF blasters. A counselor-in-training program is for ages 16-19. swordsummercamp. com and zombiesummercamp.com

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Culinary Camp The Kids Culinary Camp of Florida in Cocoa Beach teaches kids ages 10-17 everything from kitchen safety to knife skills to cooking techniques for poultry, meat and seafood to how to make pastry or decorate a cake. Kids receive a professional knives kit, a cake decorating kit and a chef’s uniform. kidsculinary.com

Shark Camp and More Teens with advanced scuba experience can research and dive with sharks off the Fiji Islands and younger campers who’ve completed at least the seventh grade can have other water adventures and get scuba certified during camps organized by Broadreach Global Educational Adventures, based in Raleigh, N.C. Two-week Discovery trips, some as close at the Bahamas, accommodate firsttime adventurers, from middle school through high school. gobroadreach.com

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FOOD AND FRIENDS “At Camp Cosby lunch is a time to gather, chat about the day, replenish and prepare for the afternoon. It is also a time for songs, skits and lots of dancing.

Each week I watch children in our dining hall go from timid and nervous to dancing like no one is watching!” says Karen Kasprzak, program operations director of YMCA Camp Cosby on Lake Logan Martin in East Ala.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Many kids have been told at home that they’re not supposed to get dirty, says Jackie Entz at Camp Chehaw in Albany, Ga. “When we’re canoeing, we purposely stop in this muddy spot, and kids are afraid to get out of the canoe because the water is too muddy.

Some of them have never been in anything but a pool. Once they’re in, though, a fun mud fight might ensue, even in kids afflicted with ‘nature deficit disorder,’” she says.

“The typical camper is very excited to try wakeboarding but is also often anxious and unsure about whether they will be able stand on the board,” says Andy Rogers, director of Camp Westminster in Conyers, Ga. “Within minutes – sometimes on the first attempt – most are up and zipping across the lake, and by the second day over 95 percent are riding happily without any thought of the prior day’s concern.”

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CAMPER

SOMETHING SPECIAL A few campers arrive a bit timid to be outdoors. “When we tell kids they’ll be camping under the stars, they think they can’t do it, there will be wild animals, it’s too scary,” says Mary McSherry, director of Camp Fire Camp Toccoa in Toccoa, Ga. Then they hike to a rock quarry, unroll their sleeping bags and gaze in wonder at the night sky as they fall asleep, without even a tent for cover, she says.

NO JUDGING “Kids are given the freedom to be who they are,” says Susan Hooks of Riverview Camp for Girls in Mentone, Ala. Though kids typically wear shorts at the camp, one 7-year-old only wanted to wear dresses and she did. The next year, she was back, this time in shorts. Now a junior in college, she’s been a camper every summer. “Kids can choose what they’ll wear everyday,” Hooks says. “If they have a bad hair day, it’s fine, it doesn’t matter.”

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n Tallulah Falls, Georgia, the Athens Y Camp for Boys was founded in 1898 by Walter T. Forbes. Mr. Forbes also founded Camp Chattooga for Girls in 1933 as a sister camp to AYC. The camps are owned by the Athens YMCA and are accredited by the American Camp Association.

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

- Proverbs 22:6 The mission of the Athens Y Camps is to provide a safe atmosphere for young boys and girls to aide them in maturing and growing as they learn and excel in various physical activities and social interaction, all based on Judeo-Christian principles. Fun, traditions and Christian values in a rustic setting - that’s what makes us so special, along with over 800 rolling, wooded acres in Tallulah Falls, GA. Our programs provide opportunities for skill, personal development, and spiritual growth with lots of fun. This is all provided in a

safe, protective environment, both kids and parents feel good about. There are opportunities to make new friends, improve abilities, and develop greater strength of character and personality. Of course, the health and safety of each camper is top priority; our 1:6 counselor-to-camper ratio assures close supervision of all activities. Our summer camps each have their own private facilities and programs.

The boys camp setting is a lovely valley with a private lake that is complimented by surrounding mountains.

The girls camp setting is on a beautiful mountainside with a lake surrounded by mountain laurel thickets.

Both camps offer several programs that are designed to give every camper a unique experience. If you would like more information on the Athens Y Camp for Boys or Camp Chattooga for Girls please visit the website at www.athensycamps.org or call the office at 706-754-6912.

Atlanta Track Club Cross Country Camp

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ake running to the next level this summer with training tips from Olympian Amy Begley at Atlanta Track Club Cross Country Camp. Hosted by Berry College, this week-long overnight camp will also be led

by Coach Andrew Begley and members of Atlanta Track Club Elite. Open to runners entering grades 7-12, space is limited.

A beautiful and expansive campus with winding trails, Berry College provides an ideal environment for camp.

Lodging will be in the school’s dormitories, and runners will also have access to Berry’s gym and pool facilities.

Runners will be divided into teams the first day of camp to encourage introductions and build relationships with other area runners. Daily schedules will consist of morning runs, tournament games, and educational lectures on topics such as training, nutrition, and race preparation. Runners will even have the opportunity to ask questions to the Elite Team during an afternoon panel. The rest of the day will be spent on plyometrics, nutrition and strength training. Evenings will close out with individual contests, exclusive Mizuno prizes and a second run with more competitions!

Information: June 23-28, register at AtlantaTrackClub.org or call 404-231-9064.

latform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship – located on Lookout Mountain, Camp Juliette Low (CJL) is a residential summer camp for girls that fosters self-confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. At CJL, campers will find a place where they can be themselves and learn new skills like archery, horseback riding, canoeing, sailing, paddle boarding, swimming, ceramics, zip-line, challenge course, backpacking and outdoor cooking.

Through work and play, CJL campers make life-long friendships, enjoy and appreciate the outdoors, and gain responsibility for self and for others.

The counselors are alumnae of CJL and provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment for girls to grow and thrive.

Founded in 1922 by Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, CJL is one of Georgia’s oldest summer camps and maintains its rustic camp setting and time-honored traditions. Today, CJL operates independently from the Girl Scouts and is open to all girls ages 7-17. One and two week sessions available June 4 - July 29, 2017. Preparing Girls for Confident Living and Leadership Since 1922. www.CJL.org.

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he Experience: Experience the thrill of traversing a cable 35 feet in the air while your friends encourage you; the warmth of a campfire on a cool mountain night; the fun of climbing 30 feet up a tree; the thrill of swinging off a giant swing from 40 feet in the air; the laughter and fellowship of an evening spent camping under the stars; the powerful unity of spirit that is present at the closing candlelight campfire service! Life is built from experiences such as these. Camp experiences help mold and shape who we are and what we believe.

Tekoa is a Christian life experience.

Tekoa offers mini-camp sessions (4 days/3 nights) for 7-9 year olds, 1-week Tekoa Overnight camps (Co-Ed) for 8-17 year olds, Tekoa Adventure camp for 12-17 year olds.

Camp Tekoa has been recognized in WNC Parent Magazine Family Choice Awards as the #1 Overnight Camp since 2008, 8 years in row, is ACA Accredited and a Member of Christian Camp & Conference Association.

For more information and/or to register online, check visit www.camptekoa.org.

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top breathtaking Lookout Mountain, only 2 hours from Atlanta, find a paradise of fun, friends and adventure for girls ages 6 to 16.

With over 15 activity choices and recreational opportunities, campers and parents alike will be pleased with the choices and quality of the programs. Enjoy Riverview’s exceptional riding program for no additional fees, directed by equestrians experienced Riding Staff. There is something for everyone including: swimming, heated pool, ropes course, tennis, canoeing, golf, archery, rifle range, sports, basketball, climbing tower, CIT program, Chorus, Drama, Flag Twirling, Voice and Music. Riverview offers both one and two-week sessions, or longer stays are available. Each cabin includes its own bathrooms and showers. The Staff of Riverview is comprised of many college-age counselors who have camped with Riverview and who understand the importance of nurturing and caring for each camper! Owners, Susan and Dr. Larry Hooks have been Camp Directors since 1983. Assistant Director Donna Bares has been on staff with the Hooks since 1987. The full-summer staff is certified in Red Cross First Aid and CPR, with two or more nurses and a physician on staff.

Riverview is a member of Christian Camping International & is accredited by American Camping Assoc. 1-800-882-0722 for a free DVD or visit www.riverviewcamp.com to view DVD’s on line!

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Getting Ready for Sleep-Away Camp Help Your Child Have a Great Summer Experience

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re you considering sleep-away camp for the first time and wondering how your kid will fare?

Camp directors say there’s really not much need for concern. “Most kids love trying new things,” says Susan Hooks of Riverview Camp for Girls in Mentone, Ala. “We’ve seen success with thousands of children who are first-time campers.”

Here’s what parents need to know about that first experience, and how best to prepare your child for a great week.

Head off homesickness No one wants to hear that their child has spent a week in misery. So parents often send their kids off to camp with the assurance that if they get homesick, they’ll be whisked back home. Giving voice to doubt that your child won’t make it a week without you sets your child up for failure.

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to listen and redirect worried thoughts. Send along photos of family members and pets and tape these to bunk walls. You can also preaddress postcards that your child can send.

“When kids get homesick, a lot of times they just want one-on-one attention, and our counselors have extensive training in dealing with homesickness,” says Alyson Gondek, director of Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mountain in Georgia. “We assure them it’s normal to be homesick, that everyone is going to miss home when they’re away, even adults.”

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Share personal information about your child No one wants to admit their 9-year-old still needs a pull-up at night. But accidents happen. And that’s exactly the kind of information camp directors need. If camp counselors know this ahead of time, the counselor can run the child to the bathroom at 11 p.m. or figure out a strategy so your child can manage the pull-up without it becoming public knowledge.

Other information parents should disclose includes a tendency to sleepwalk, fear of heights, discipline problems or child preferences that might have a bearing on camp, such as fear of spiders or snakes.

Also, be sure to include changes in family dynamics, such as the death of a loved one, a separation, or a recent divorce.

“We need any health-related information, of course,” Gondek says, “but also any emotional behavior information. For instance, maybe the father has just been deployed overseas, or the child’s grandmother has died. Even if it’s something that seems insignificant, maybe the child’s turtle has died, it could come up and cause issues for him.” atlantaparent.com

Get your child ready to be unplugged Many camps limit or ban electronics, so kids used to living by their cell phone or Facebook can have a big adjustment.

Share this news with your child, and let him know there are no exceptions. Camp is about building community and taking part in activities with those friends around you, not ones tethered to you via computers.

“I’d say 99.999 percent of traditional camps don’t let children use their electronics,” Gondek says, and most parents want their kids to unplug. “The kids start having so much fun they don’t miss the gear,” she says.

Most camps do allow kids to send emails at some point during the week. But sending letters through snail mail is more common.

That’s not to say that kids can’t be reached, of course, in an emergency. But camps try to keep communication to a minimum so kids can focus on daily activities and forget about the outside world.

Take steps toward independence Though camp may be months away, it’s not too early to help your child become more self-sufficient. If you give your son

or daughter the freedom to master these skills, chances are they’ll be ready for the camp adventure come summer. “One parent told me, ‘My girls have so many choices they can make [at camp], and I love that they’re all good choices,’” Hooks says. n Personal hygiene: That means

making sure your child manages bedtime routines alone, including washing hair and brushing teeth. If the child is age 11 or older, make sure to send deodorant along, Gondek advises. “We get hot and sweaty at summer camp,” she says.

n Sleeping away: Get your child used to

your absence with sleepovers at a friend’s or relative’s home. n Personal belongings: Encourage your child to keep up with personal belongings.

Make sure he is responsible for selecting clothes and getting dressed, but don’t be too concerned about what he chooses – at camp, nobody cares if colors clash. n Settling disputes: When siblings or friends disagree, let your children sort it out rather than intervening. Help the kids learn constructive ways of resolving conflict.

Amanda Miller Allen contributed to this article.

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The search for your child’s summer camp adventure starts here! Our guide to overnight camps features programs across the South and beyond. There’s a camp for every interest, including the traditional camp experience, academic and outdoor adventure programs. For more camps visit atlantaparent.com Athens “Y” Camp for Boys/Camp Chattooga for Girls

Alabama Camp Chandler-YMCA. Montgomery. Co-ed, ages 5-16. Three- and four-day sessions. Oneweek and multiple-week sessions. Water skiing, horseback riding, swimming, archery, sports and more. 334-229-0035. campchandler.org Camp Cosby-YMCA. Alpine. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Three-day and one-week sessions. Over 20 activities: horseback riding, minibikes, archery, tubing, wakeboarding, the blob, and Alpine tower. Expedition adventure trips. ACA accredited. 800-852-6729. ymcabham.org/ campcosby Camp Laney for Boys. Mentone. Boys, ages 7-14. One (ages 7-9) and two-week sessions.

Ropes course, horseback riding, canoeing, riflery, archery, tennis, mountain biking and team sports. ACA accredited. 256-634-4066. camplaney.com Camp Skyline. Mentone. Girls, ages 6-16.

One- to two-week sessions. Located on top of Lookout Mountain. Campers select six from more than 20 different activities. Founded 1947.

800-448-9279. campskyline.com Camp Winnataska. Pell City. Co-ed, ages 6-15.

Three day- and one-week sessions. Sailing, kayaking, paintball courses, arts and crafts, archery, the blob, riflery, ropes courses and so much more. 205-640-6741. winnataska.org Chef Tech Academy. Auburn University.

Co-ed, grades 6-12. One-week sessions.

Nutrition, exercise, food safety, math and science in cooking, kitchen skills and effective written and verbal communication skills.

They’ll have fun while learning. 404-287-7323. cheftechacademy.com

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Florida Extreme Military Challenge. Battleground.

Co-ed, ages 13-18. Two- to six-week sessions.

Providing thousands of teenagers the opportunity to experience the military lifestyle through realistic and challenging programs.

855-962-2267. xmccamp.com Lookout Mountain Camp for Boys. Mentone.

Boys, ages 7-15. Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. Traditional camp with activities such as: water sports, fly fishing, canoeing, zip line, archery. 256-634-4758. lookoutmountaincamp.com Lyman Ward Summer School Program.

Camp Hill. Boys, grades 9-12 academic program; ages 10-18 adventure camp and military leadership camp. Four-week session academic program and one-week adventure camp sessions. Academic program includes on-campus and evening activities and weekend outings. Adventure Camp includes rafting, caving, repelling, swimming, hiking and more. 256-675-6269. lwma.org Riverview Camp for Girls. Mentone. Ages 6-16. One-and two-week sessions. Enjoy extraordinary experiences everyday! Located atop Lookout Mountain. Traditional program offering more than 25 activities including horseback riding, ropes course, tennis, gymnastics, canoeing and more. 800-8820722. riverviewcamp.com Space Camp. Huntsville. Co-ed, ages 9-18.

Overnight week-long sessions (ages 9-18) and family weekend camps (ages 7+).

Way beyond fun at Space Camp, Aviation Challenge and Robotics Camp. 800-637-7223. spacecamp.com

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Camp Dovewood. O’Brien. Girls, ages 7-16. One- to two-week sessions. Christian based, horse-focused, English, Western and dressage riding, overnight trips, swimming, dance and more than 24 activities. ACA and CHA accredited. 386-935-0863. campdovewood.org Camp Kulaqua. High Springs. Co-ed, ages 7-17.

One-week sessions. Bible adventure, archery, canoeing, gymnastics, horsemanship, go-carts and zoo management. 386-454-1351. campkulaqua.com Camp Warrior. Monticello. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One-, two-, four- and ten- week sessions. Traditional camp with scuba, ATV, high-ropes, riding, extreme skateboarding, wakeboarding and more. ACA Accredited. 850-926-3361. campindiansprings.com Camp Winona-YMCA. Deleon Springs. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One- to three- week sessions. Traditional camp with archery, canoeing, ropes course, sailing, paintball and more. 386-985-4544. campwinona.org Circle “F” Dude Ranch Camp. Lake Wales. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Ten-day session. Two- and three-week sessions. Horseback riding, sailing, paintball, waterfront double zip line with rock climbing wall and more. 863676-4113. circlefduderanch.com Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Summer Camps. Daytona Beach. Co-ed, ages 12-18. Oneand two-week sessions. Students explore areas of flight, space, engineering, cyber security, and radar through hands-on sessions. 386-226-7945. summercamps.erau.edu Everglades Youth Conservation Camp. West Palm Beach. Co-ed, grades 3-8. One-week sessions.

Operated by Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Outdoor skills, ecology, wildlife encounters, fishing, archery, mud hikes, canoeing and more. 561-624-6929. fyccn.com/eycc

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Florida Prep Academy. Melbourne. Co-ed, grades 6-12. Four-week sessions. Students engage in a fun and challenging schedule of academics and activities. 321-723-3211. flprep.com IMG Academies. Bradenton. Co-ed, ages 8-18.

One-, three- and five-week sessions. Instructional programs offered in tennis, golf, soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey and performance training.

941-755-1000. imgacademy.com National Flight Academy. Pensacola. Co-ed, grades 5-12. Up to six-day sessions. Immersive, educational environment inspiring students to take an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in an aviation-themed adventure aboard a simulated land-locked aircraft carrier. 877-552-3632. nationalflightacademy.com Seacamp. Big Pine Key. Co-ed, ages 10-17. Oneto two-week sessions. Marine science, scuba, sailing, wind surfing and more. 877-732-2267. seacamp.org SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Adventure Camps. Orlando and Tampa Bay. Co-ed, grades 5-college. Two, four, five and seven-week sessions. Amazing up-close animal encounters from belugas to giraffes, plus everything the parks have to offer. 866-468-6226. seaworld.org/camps Wellspring Florida Melbourne. Co-ed, ages 1026. Four-week session. Fun, scientific weight loss camps for teens. Beach and Disney World visits along with individualized therapy sessions. 1-866364-0808. wellspringcamps.com/florida

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Adamah Adventures. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 10-17. Four-, five- and six-day sessions. Outdoor adventure treks for Jewish teens. Hiking, rock climbing, caving, rafting and more in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Utah or Pacific Northwest. 678812-4107. adamahadventures.org

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education.

Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 11 and older. Two- and five-week sessions. Intensive resident courses available to intermediate and advance students in ballet, jazz, modern and contemporary. Resident options available. Commuters welcome. Audition required. 404-873-5811, ext. 150. atlantaballet. com/summer-programs

Athens “Y” Camp for Boys/Camp Chattooga for Girls. Tallulah Falls. Ages 7-16. One- and multiweek sessions. All sports, zip line, lake activities and more. Outdoor adventure program for older campers. Boys: 706-754-6912; girls: 706-754-3329. athensycamps.org

Atlanta Resident Camp. Lake Allatoona. Co-ed, ages 8-12. One-week sessions. Canoeing, team building and hiking and environmental education through the City of Atlanta. Open to Atlanta residents and non-residents. 404-546-6881. atlantaga.gov

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LEARN. TRAIN. APPLY. REPEAT! Atlanta Track Club Cross Country Camp Take training to the next level with tips from Olympian Amy Begley.

Berry College - July 23-28 Overnight camp open to runners entering grades 7-12.

Space is limited.

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Overnight Camp Guide 2O17 Atlanta Track Club. Rome. Co-ed camp for runners, grades 7-12. One-week session, July 2328. Meet Olympian Amy Begley, take your training to the next level and explore the trails of scenic Berry College. Get instruction from Atlanta Track Club Elite, nutrition advice and more. 404-2319064. www.atlantatrackclub.org Atlanta Workshop Players Summer Performing Arts Camp. Oglethorpe University. Co-ed, ages 8-18.

One- and two-week sessions. TV/film acting, theatre, dance, musical theatre and performances, audition for top agents and casting directors. Make movies, earn IMDB credits and perform in live variety show.

770-998-8111. atlantaworkshopplayers.com Calvin Center. Hampton. Co-ed, grades 1-12.

Weekly overnight and day camp sessions. Christian camping since 1960. Residential camping, adventure and horse camps. High School Leadership. ACA accredited. 770-946-4276. calvincenter.org Camp Barney Medintz. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 8-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Aquatics, horseback, sports, high adventure, creative and performing arts and more. Jewish values. 678-8123844. campbarney.org Camp Blue Ridge. Mountain City. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Two-week session. 55 elective-style activities in the areas of athletics, aquatics, outdoor adventure and cultural arts. 954-665-8686. blueridgecamp.com Camp Chehaw. Albany. Co-ed, 8-14. One-week sessions. Campers will participate in outdoor activities like canoeing, archery, nature hikes, survival skills and even sleep in a real teepee. 229430-5275. chehaw.org

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Camp Cherokee. White. Co-ed, grades 2-12. Three-, five-day session and one-week session. Christian camp on Lake Allatoona with canoeing, arts and crafts, Bible study, white water rafting and more. Also offers day camp.

678-848-5739. cherokeeretreatcenter.com Camp Dixie. Clayton. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-, two-, fourand seven week sessions. Traditional camp with sports, water activities, arts and more. 678-701-3052. campdixie.org Camp Fire Camp Toccoa. Toccoa. Co-ed, grades 1-12.

One-week sessions. Campers reconnect with nature in a fun, noncompetitive environment. Horseback, ropes, canoeing, archery and more. ACA accredited. 706-8862457. campfirega.org Camp Juliette Low. Lookout Mountain. Girls, ages 7-17. One- and two- week sessions. Traditional camping and outdoor adventure, fun and friends since 1922. On beautiful Lookout Mountain in Northwest Georgia. 770-428-1062. cjl.org Camp New Dawn. Chickamauga. Co-ed, ages 6-18.

Three-day and one-week sessions. Traditional camp activities such as crafts, photography, swimming, sports and animal care. Adventure outdoor camp, civil war camp and multi-sports camp available. 706-539-2235. campnewdawnga.org

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Camp Woodmont. Lookout Mountain. Co-ed, ages 6-14. One- and two-week sessions. Deepseeded traditions and close family atmosphere.

High ropes, horseback, sports, dance, crafts, archery and more! ACA accredited. 423-472-6070. campwoodmont.com

Camp Strong4Life. Winder. Co-ed, ages 9-11. July 23-28.

Zip lining, rock climbing, cooking challenges, boating and fun. Kids struggling with their weight receive the support they need to get healthier. 404-785-7228. Strong4Life.com/camp

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Summer Camps.

Mansfield. Co-ed, ages 10-16. One-week sessions. Choose from many camp programs including outdoor adventure teen challenge, conservation education, gardening, CEWC wilderness survival and shooting sports. Also offers day camp. 770-784-3059. charlieelliott.org

Camp Westminster. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 6-17.

One-, two-, three-, four- and seven-week sessions.

Wakeboarding, horseback riding, climbing tower, paintball, sports, crafts, outdoor skills and more.

Christian camp and retreat center 20 miles east of Atlanta. 770-483-2225. campwestminster.org

Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. Crandall. Coed, ages 7-18. One-week sessions. Archery, basketball, biking, canoeing, creative arts, drama, golf, gymnastics, horsemanship, nature, rock climbing, sports, videography, water sports.

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Darlington Summer Camps. Rome. Co-ed and single gender, ages 6-18. One- and twoweek sessions. Summer Scholars Program.

Specialty Sports Camps include soccer, tennis, lacrosse, fencing and more. 800-368-4437. darlingtonschool.org Emagination Computer Camp. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 8-18. Two-week sessions. Video game design, web design, 3-D animation. Build robots and RC Cars. Explore programming. Sports and recreation. 877-248-0206. computercamps.com Encore Music Camps. Morrow and Milledgeville.

Co-ed, ages 10-16. Orchestra Camp and Choir Camp, July 9-13. Band Camp, June 25-29. A musical experience with rehearsals and master classes, with a blend of recreational activities.

Camp closes with concert performances. Band: 678-643-7766.; Orchestra: 404-988-1245.

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta - All Girl Resident Camps. Cobb, Meriwether and Floyd Counties.

Girls, grades K-12. One-week and multi-day sessions. Get in touch with your artistic side, zip line through the air, explore the trails on horseback and learn to sail in the summer sun. 770-702-9103. camp.girlscoutsatl.org Glisson Camp & Retreat Center. Dahlonega.

Co-ed, grades 2-12. Six-day and ten-day sessions.

Glisson, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, offers many exciting camp experiences, including traditional, outdoor adventure, and special needs programs. 706-864-6181. glisson.org ID Tech Camps. Emory University. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and two-week sessions. Build apps, design video games, build websites, robots, print 3D models and more. Also 2-week sessions for ages 13-18 at iD Tech Academies. 408-871-3700. idtech.com Linda’s Riding School. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 7 and older. One- and two-week sessions. Each camper has their own horse for the entire session, covered arena, trails and lessons daily. Show at the end of the week for parents. Day camp also offered. 770-922-0184. lindasridingschool.com National Computer Camps. Atlanta-Oglethorpe.

Co-ed, ages 6-18. One- and two- week sessions.

Video game design, computer programming, networking, web design, software applications, minecraft and modding. Optional sports program.

203-710-5771. nccamp.com NGA Youth Music & Worship Arts Camp.

Reinhardt University. Co-ed, grades 7-12. Oneweek session. Campers select a class to attend each day of camp. Classes include beginning guitar, dance, hand bells, harp ensemble, praise team and more. The daily schedule is a balance of learning, fun, fellowship and spiritual formation. northgeorgiamusiccamp.org Overnight Teen Camp. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 12-16. July 26-29. Christ-centered learning experience through hands on animal interaction. Learn about animal diet, vet care and enrichment for animals at the zoo. 706-348-7279. creationencounters.org Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School. Rabun Gap. Co-ed, ages 5-12. One- to four-week sessions.

Share athletics, arts and outdoor activities, as well as communal worship and individual free time.

706-746-7467. rabungap.org/camp Riverside Military Academy. Gainesville. Boys, grades 7-12. One- to eight-week sessions. High Adventure Camp. Test physical endurance, explore area rivers, hike in Blue Ridge Mountains, learn rafting, rappelling, marksmanship and leadership skills. 800-462-2338. riversidemilitary.com

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Overnight Camp Guide 2O17 Savannah College of Art & Design. Atlanta, Savannah and Hong Kong. Co-ed, grades 9-12.

One- and two- week sessions. Explore new avenues of artistic expression and inspire your imagination at the university for creative careers.

University credit courses available. 912-525-5100. scad.edu/sss Sports Broadcasting Camp. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 10-18. One-week sessions. Overnight or day. Learn from the pros. Make reporting, play-by-play and sports anchor tapes. Meet celebrities and more.

800-319-0884. playbyplaycamps.com Strong Rock Camp. Cleveland. Co-ed, grades 1-11. One- and two-week sessions. Horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery, climbing, art, drama and more. Christian family values. 706-3481533. strongrockcamp.com Summer Institute for the Gifted. Emory University.

Co-ed, ages 9-17. Three-week session, residential/ commuter options. Programs for gifted, creative and academically talented youth. Choose from a wide variety of courses taught in humanities, math, science, technology, multi-disciplinary, visual and performing arts, and fitness and recreation. 866303-4744. giftedstudy.org

SUMMER IN SPAIN

Language and cultural immersion program.

More than a summer camp.

Discover Spanish Life offers boys and girls 11 and older three weeks in Spain. Young travelers will broaden their horizons, grow in self-confidence, and gain experiences and friends that will last a lifetime.

Sunburst Adventure Camp. Clarksville. Co-ed, ages 8-15. One- week sessions for nine-weeks.

Horseback riding, swimming, the blob, boating, ropes course, zip line and more. 803-629-6200. sunburstadventurecamp.com

Group departure with Discover Spanish Life directors from Atlanta Hartsfield Int’l. Airport: June 17 – July 8.

University of Georgia Youth Programs. Athens.

Co-ed, ages 11-17. One-week sessions. Summer Academy with specialty overnight or day camps and Pre-College Summer Programs for rising high school juniors and seniors. 706-542-3537. ugayouthprograms.com

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Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. Cloudland.

Girls, ages 8-17. One - to eight-week sessions. 600 acres, English and Western, vaulting, barrels and ten miles of trails. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your own camp horse. CHA instructors. 706-862-2231. valleyviewranch.com WinShape Camps. Cleveland, Cohutta Springs, Mt. Berry, Young Harris. Boys and girls camps.

Completed grades 1-12. One- and two-week sessions. We’re paying 50 percent for first-time campers to experience the summer of a lifetime!

Created by the founder of Chick-fil-A. 844-972-2677. winshapecamps.org

Mississippi Camp Stanislaus. Bay St. Louis. Co-ed, ages 8-15.

One-week sessions. Multi-week sessions available.

Traditional camp that provides a non-competitive environment. Activities include: skiing, sailing, basketball, soccer, football and more. 228-4679057x277. campstanislaus.com

North Carolina Blue Star Camps. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Three-, four- and seven-week sessions.

ACA accredited. Jewish values. 828-692-3591. bluestarcamps.com Camp Cedar Cliff. Asheville. Co-ed, rising grades 2-10. One- and two-week sessions. Christ-centered camp with traditional summer camp activities. 828450-3331. campcedarcliff.org

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Camp Cheerio-YMCA. Glade Valley. Separate co-ed and all girls camp offered, ages 7-15.

One- and two-week sessions. Two programs: traditional overnight camp and adventure tripping program. 800-226-7496. campcheerio.org Camp Greystone. Tuxedo. Girls, grades 1-11.

One- to four-week sessions. More than 80 activities, Christ-centered. 828-693-3182. campgreystone.com Camp Hanes. Sauratown Mountain. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One, two and three week sessions.

Canoeing, hiking, rappelling, arts and crafts, sports and more. 336-983-3131. camphanes.org Camp High Rocks. Cedar Mountain. Boys, grades 1-10. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional camp focusing on adventure in a non-competitive atmosphere. 828-885-2153. highrocks.com Camp Highlander. Mills River. Co-ed, ages 5-16.

One-, two- and three-week sessions. Traditional in-camp activities and challenging off-camp excursions. Features Wilderness Program. ACA accredited. 828-891-7721. camphighlander.com Camp Hollymont for Girls. Asheville. Ages 6-15. Thirteen-day sessions. Recreational adventure and program activities. Christian. ACA accredited. 828-686-5343. hollymont.com Camp Kanata-YMCA. Wake Forest. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-week sessions. Traditional YMCA camp setting. Activities include archery, hiking, creative arts and water activities on 15-acre lake.

919-556-2661. campkanata.org Camp Kanuga. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 7-18. Four-day, nine-day and thirteenday overnight camp sessions. Christian setting. Expedition and Christian Leadership development programs available. ACA accredited for over 40 years.

828-692-9137. campkanuga.org Camp Lurecrest. Lake Lure. Co-ed, rising grades 3-12. One-week sessions. Lake tubing, canoeing, high ropes activities, swimming, fishing, paintball and more. Christian setting.

704-841-2701. camplurecrest.org Camp Merri-Mac for Girls. Black Mountain.

Ages 6-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Sister camp to Camp Timberlake. Riding, diving, gymnastics, climbing, kayaking, tennis, dance and more. 828-669-8766. merri-mac.com Camp Mondamin for Boys/Green Cove for Girls. Tuxedo. Boys and girls, ages 6-17.

One-, two-, three- and five-week sessions.

Rock-climbing, whitewater canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback, swimming, sailing, tennis, wilderness trips and more. 800-688-5789. mondamin.com; greencove.com Camp Pinewood. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 7-15. One-, two- and three-week sessions.

Offers more than 28 different sports and activities. Extensive waterfront program. Two and a half hours from Atlanta. 828-692-6239. camppinewood.net Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls. Ridgecrest. Ages 7-16. One- to four-week sessions. Traditional camp activities, archery, riflery, horseback riding, sports and more. 828-669-8051. ridgecrestcamps.com Camp Rockmont for Boys. Black Mountain.

Boys, ages 6-16. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Variety of recreational adventures and program activities. Christian boys camp. ACA accredited. 828-686-3885. rockmont.com

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Overnight Camp Guide 2O17 Camp Sea Gull for Boys/Seafarer for Girls-YMCA. Arapahoe. Ages 7-16. Two- and four-week sessions.

Seamanship programs for all skill levels. ACA and US Sailing Accredited. Sea Gull: 252-249-1111; Seafarer: 252-249-1212. seagull-seafarer.org Camp Tekoa. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 8-17.

One-week session. Packed full of high energy activities including boating, swimming, zip lines, the mud pit, slip n’ slide, s’mores and more. Staff will lead you in faith formation throughout the week as you see God move in your life. 828-692-6516. camptekoa.org Camp Timberlake for Boys. Black Mountain. Ages 7-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Brother camp to Camp Merri-Mac. Backpacking, riflery, swimming, canoeing, wrestling, riding, paintball, fencing, ropes course and more. 828-669-8766. camptimberlake.com Camp Wayfarer. Flat Rock. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Outdoor sports, arts, water sports, outdoor adventures and Christian life.

828-696-9000. campwayfarer.com Camp Weaver-YMCA. Greensboro. Co-ed, grades 2-10. One-week sessions. Multi-week sessions available. Horseback riding, skateboard park, canoeing, iceberg, the blob, hiking, crafts and more.

336-697-0525. campweaver.org Deep Woods Camp. Brevard. Boys, ages 9-14.

Four-, five-, nine- and ten- week sessions. Outdoor wilderness adventure program. 828-885-2268. deepwoodscamp.com Duke Summer Camps. Durham. Co-ed, grades 5-11. One- and two-week sessions. Action Science Camp for Young Women. Girls, grades 5-7; Young Writers Camp. Co-ed, grades 6-11. Two-week sessions. Outdoor wilderness adventure program.

919-684-6259. learnmore.duke.edu/youth Eagle’s Nest Camp. Pisgah Forest. Co-ed, ages 6-17. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Activities include: art, music, drama, whitewater paddling, rock climbing, wilderness activities, horseback riding, athletics and swimming. 828-877-4349. enf.org Falling Creek Camp. Tuxedo. Boys, ages 6-16. Oneto four-week sessions. Canoeing, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding and more. 828-692-0262. fallingcreek.com Green River Preserve. Cedar Mountain. Co-ed, grades rising 2-12. Expedition trips grades rising 9-12. Trailblazers grades 12-college freshman. One-, two- and three-week sessions. Non-competitive, co-ed summer camp connecting children to nature. Hiking trips, mountain biking, canoeing, fly fishing, visual arts, theater, fencing and more. ACA accredited. 828-698-8828. greenriverpreserve.org

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Pepperland Music Camp. Murphy. Co-ed, ages 9-16. One-week sessions. Bands, private lessons and jamming, bonfires, swimming and open mic nights. All levels of musical experience welcome.

828-494-2353. pepperlandmusiccamp.org Rockbrook Camp for Girls. Brevard. Girls, ages 6-16. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional camp offering horseback riding, adventure, crafts and more. Est. 1921. ACA accredited. 828-884-6151. rockbrookcamp.com Skyland Camp for Girls. Clyde. Girls, ages 6-16. Nine-, eighteen- and thirty-six-day sessions.

Horseback riding, musical theater, tennis, archery, crafts and more. Skyland campers learn sportsmanship and the importance of teamwork, confidence, self-expression and leadership skills.

828-627-2470. skylandcamp.com

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The Vineyard. Westfield. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Oneweek sessions. Multi-week available. Christian sports camp with 40 activities including body building, lacrosse, golf and crafts. 336-351-2070. vineyardcamp.com

South Carolina Camden Military Adventure Camp. Camden. Boys, rising grades 9-12. Three-week session. Academic classes for high school credit and adventure camp fun. 800-948-6291. camdenmilitary.com Camp Chatuga. Mountain Rest. Co-ed, ages 6-16.

One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions plus three-day mini-camp. Established in 1956. Secondgeneration, family owned and ACA-accredited.

864-638-3728. campchatuga.com

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July 17-21, 2017 • Boys and Girls 10-18 will have an opportunity to learn from the Pros • Meet Sports Celebrities • Make Sports Anchor Tapes • Make Play-By-Play Tapes of the Super Bowl & NBA Finals • Make Reporting Tapes from a Pro Stadium • Participate in Sports Talk Radio and Pardon The Interruption (PTI) shows and much more

Camp Greenville-YMCA. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and two-week sessions. Traditional, adventure, wilderness and leadership programs for young people, since 1912. 864-836-3291. campgreenville.org Camp Thunderbird-YMCA. Lake Wylie. Co-ed, ages 7-16. One- and two- week sessions. Activities include: wake sports, sailing, swimming, horseback riding, sports, crafts and more. ACA accredited.

800-732-3855. campthunderbird.org Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute.

Five South Carolina locations. Co-ed, ages 6-16.

One-week sessions. Six camps including traditional, marine science, wildlife, adventure expeditions and excursions and technology. 864-878-1041. ylicamps.com

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International Junior Golf Academy. Hilton Head Island. Co-ed, ages 9-19. One- and multi-week sessions. Daily instruction with PGA professionals, which includes full swing, chipping, putting, sand play, mental training and video analysis. 843-6861504. ijga.com

Tennessee Camp MaryMount Nashville. Separate sessions for boys and girls, grades 1-11. One- to three- week sessions. Campers develop new friendships and learn to work and play effectively as a group – all in a carefree and timeless setting. 615-799-0410. campmarymount.com Camp Ocoee-YMCA. Lake Ocoee. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- week sessions. Traditional Wilderness program ages 7-15, Teen Leadership Program ages 16-17. Staff to camper ratio of 1:4. 423-338-5588. campocoee.com Camp Walkabout at The Baylor School.

Chattanooga. Co-ed, ages 8-16. One- and twoweek sessions. Outdoor adventure camp featuring climbing, canoeing, camping, paddleboarding, caving, kayaking and more. New experiences and new friends. 423-267-8506 ext. 827. baylorschool.org

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Overnight Camp Guide 2O17 Camp Widjiwagan. Antioch. Co-ed, ages 7-16.

One-week sessions. Overnight and Equestrian Camps are the heart and soul of the summer camp experience. The Widji Jam Camp, Doctor Who Fully-Themed Camp, and the Voyager Village for first-time overnight campers.

615-360-2267. campwidji.org Cedar Lake Camp. Livingston. Co-ed, ages 8-14. One-week sessions. Fun activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, archery, shooting BB guns, zip line and more. Multi-sibling and multi-week discounts available. 931-823-5656. cedarlakecamp.org Deer Run Camps & Retreats. Thompson’s Station. Co-ed, completed grades 3-12. Oneand two-week sessions. Giant swing, climbing tower, paintball, archery, BB guns, low or high initiatives, lake activities, cardboard boat regatta, small group Bible study, nightly speaker, worship.

Campers choose specialty track: fishing, percussion, drama, and sports. 888-794-2918. deerrun.camp.

Doe River Gorge. Hampton. Co-ed, rising 3-12.

One-week sessions. Adventure, worship and Bible teaching. Wilderness, equestrian, water sports and outdoor sportsman emphasis. 423725-4010. doerivergorge.com Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont.

Townsend. Co-ed, ages 5-17. One-week sessions. Summer youth adventures create space for discovery, personal development and opportunities to unplug and explore.

865-448-6709. gsmit.org McCallie Sports Camp. Chattanooga. Boys, ages 9-14. Two-week sessions. Boys play in team and individual sports daily. Excursions include paintball, rafting and Atlanta Braves baseball. World-class facilities. 423-493-5886. mccalliesummercamps.com Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp. Cosby.

Co-ed, ages 10-18. One-, two-, three- and fourweek sessions. Activities include: rock-climbing, rappelling, tubing, hiking, back-packing, canoe/ kayaking, horse-back riding, zip lines, white-water rafting, and more. 866-876-2267. smacamp.com

Beyond the South Animal Camp-Cub Creek Science Camp.

Rolla, Mo. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One- and six-week sessions. Amazing Animal Encounters! A Junior Vet program plus 100 more activity choices, including zip line, climbing walls, pottery, archery, riflery, crime science, arts and crafts and survival skills. 573-458-2125. mosciencecamp.com Camp Mah-Kee-Nac. Lenox, Mass. Boys, grades 2-10. One-, three-, four- and seven- week sessions.

Wide variety of both sporting and traditional camp activities. Large modern indoor Sports Complex houses a two-court gymnasium and weight training room. Extensive waterfront and hiking program. 800-753-9118. campmkn.com Camp Nicolet. Eagle River, Wis. Girls, ages 7-17. One-, three-, four-, five- and eight-week sessions. Spend a summer in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Make new friends, challenge yourself with out-of-camp trips, and have a blast participating in your choice of activities, including waterskiing, horseback riding, drama, tennis, sailing, archery, arts and crafts, and many more.

715-545-2522. campnicolet.com

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Camp O-AT-KA. Sebago, Maine. Boys, ages 8-16.

One- and two-week sessions. Water sports, land sports, outdoor skills and adventure, arts, music and drama. 207-787-3401. campoatka.com Camp Waukeela. Eaton, N.H. Girls, grades 2-12.

Two- and four-week sessions. Over 30 activities in performing arts, creative arts, land sports, water sports and outdoor adventure. 800-626-0207. waukeela.com Discover Spanish Life. Spain. Co-ed, ages 11 and older. Three-week program. Young travelers will broaden their horizons, grow in self-confidence and gain experiences in Spain this summer! Surf, kayak and hike; explore castles and palaces; discover local cuisine, traditions, customs and more. 866980-9526. discoverspanishlife.com French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts.

Hancock, N.Y. Co-ed, ages 7-17. Three-week sessions. Over 95 program activities including dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, cooking, sports and horseback riding.

800-634-1703. frenchwoods.com Kamp Kohut. Oxford, Maine. Co-ed, ages 7-15.

Two- and four-week sessions. Waterfront, land sports, drama and more. 888-465-6488. kampkohut.com

Special Needs Camp Barney Medintz. Cleveland, Ga. Co-ed, ages 10-20. Two- and four-week sessions in June.

An overnight camp celebrating Jewish culture that offers the Chalutzim (Pioneers) Program for campers with special needs. 678-812-3844. campbarney.org Camp Dream. Warm Springs, Ga. Co-ed, all ages welcome. Four-day sessions. Where disabilities disappear. One-to-one camper counselor ratio, all disabilities, ages and income levels accepted.

678-367-0040. campdreamga.org Camp Journey. Fort Yargo, Winder, Ga. Coed, ages 9 and older. One-week sessions. For those with moderate, mild, and HFA/Asperger’s syndrome. 678-926-3598. socialskillstoday.com Camp Lee Mar. Lackawaxen, Pa. Co-ed, ages 7-21. Seven-week session. Mild to moderate learning and developmental challenges, features traditional camp activities, plus academics, vocational training, speech and language therapy.

215-658-1708. leemar.com

North Star Camp for Boys. Poland Spring, Maine.

Co-ed, ages 8-15. Two-, three-, four-, five- and seven-week sessions. Visual/ performing arts, sports, trips, banana boat rides, horseback riding and more. 207-998-4777. campnorthstarmaine.com

Camp Living Wonders. Clarkesville, Ga. Co-ed, 7-15. Ten- day and twelve-day sessions. The Southeast’s only Jewish residential camp and intentional community built to empower people with developmental disabilities and their families to integrate into their community with confidence and independence.

678-888-2259. camplivingwonders.org

WeHakee Camp for Girls. Winter, Wis. Girls, ages 7-17. Two-week sessions. Grow and have fun while building confidence, character and lifelong relationships. Nearly 40 camp activities. 800-5822267. wehakeecampforgirls.com

Camp Sparrowood. Dahlonega, Ga. Co-ed, ages 9 and up. One-week sessions. Nature activities, cookouts, crafts, games, horseback riding, swimming. 1:2 counselor-camper ratio.

706-864-6181. glisson.org

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Camp Twin Lakes. Rutledge, Winder and Warm Springs, Ga. Co-ed, ages 7 and older. One-week sessions. Traditional camp with swimming, sports, nature activities, canoeing, archery for campers with a variety of medical disabilities and other life challenges. 404-231-9887. camptwinlakes.org Landmark School Summer Programs. Prides Crossing, Mass. Co-ed, grades 8-12. Four-week session. Offers academic skill development and activities for students with language-based learning disabilities. 978-236-3000. landmarkschool.org/ summer-programs SOAR. North Carolina, Florida, Wyoming, California and International Co-ed, ages 8-18. Ten to twentysix day program sessions. High-adventure summer camps for youth with learning differences. 828-4563435. soarnc.org Talisman Programs. Zirconia, N.C. Ages 6-22. Five-, thirteen-, sixteen- and nineteen- day sessions. Summer camp for youth with high-functioning autism, ADHD, or LDs. Increase social competence, make friends, have fun! 828-697-6313. talismancamps.com c

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Brookhaven Children’s Dentistry “It was my baby’s first visit and everyone was great. I wish I was a kid so they could be my dentist!”

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ORAL SURGEON Hogan, Grant, DDS, MD Georgia Facial and Oral Surgery, Suwanee

ORTHODONTICS Francis, Oral, DDS, PC Suwanee Orthodontics, Suwanee Koch, Jacob, DDS Koch Orthodontics, Loganville Long, Meredith, DMD, MS Touchstone Orthodontics, Atlanta Podray, Susan, DMD Serenity Orthodontics, Cumming

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A to Z Pediatric Dentistry “Dr. Z made my kids feel super comfortable even during an uncomfortable procedure. My kids don’t take well to anyone, but they both loved Dr. Z and even gave him a hug at the end!”

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PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Allen, Nelson, DDS East Cobb Dentistry for Kids, Marietta Ashpole, Elise, DMD Decatur

Henry, Sarita, DDS Just Kids Dentistry, Snellville Hicks, James, DMD Pediatric Dentistry of Johns Creek, Johns Creek Howard, Jaha, DDS, MS A+ Pediatric Dentistry of Atlanta, Atlanta Lee, Susan, DMD Children’s Dentistry, Atlanta Madhiwala, Priya, DMD Children’s Dental Village, Roswell Nath, Vishant, DMD Roswell Pediatric Dentistry, Roswell Powell, Wesley, DDS, MS, PC Dentistry for Children and Teens, Atlanta Procter, Nirali, DDS Cherokee Children’s Dentistry, Canton Children’s Dental Zone, Alpharetta

Bates, Faith, DMD Pediatric Dentistry at Vinings, Smyrna Christianson, Judy, DDS Brookhaven Children’s Dentistry, Atlanta Eaton, Jonathan, DDS Eaton Pediatric Dentistry, Decatur Glasser, Paul, DDS, PC Paul Lyle Glasser, DDS, PC, Dentistry for Children, Decatur Gulati, Priya, DDS Every Kids Dentist, Conyers Hall, Timothy, DMD J. Timothy Hall DMD, Lawrenceville Hassan, Zeyad, DDS A to Z Pediatric Dentistry, Atlanta

Children’s Dental Zone “Dr. Procter has transformed both my children’s dental experiences. At my daughter’s first appointment she screamed and cried. By her second appointment Dr. Procter had her calm enough to sit patiently through the entire exam and x-rays.”

Meredith S. / ATLANTA Roehl, Brad, DDS Dentistry for Children, Locust Grove

Koch Orthodontics “A visit to the orthodontist can be very intimidating, but not at Koch Orthodontics where they make all kids feel like rock stars! From the initial consultation to follow-up visits, Dr. Koch and his staff are personable and make it all about the kids.”

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Roberta Cann, DMD and Joyce Kim, DMD

Dr. Roberta Cann and Dr. Joyce Kim love caring for patients of all ages. We focus on wholistic dentistry, alternative dental health care with a more conservative approach to dental procedures.

Wholistic dentistry is designed to work with your body, promoting oral health and full body wellness.

Dr. Joyce Kim joined Cann Dentistry in 2015 and is very popular with our younger patients.

Children experiencing kind and gentle wholistic dental care become comfortable with taking care of their teeth, learning how their whole body is affected by what they eat and how they take care of their body.

Patients are excited about our dental ozone! Ozone is a natural disinfecting agent; non-invasive, yet powerfully anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. Dental ozone promotes healing, reduces teeth sensitivity and is safe for all ages.

Dr. Joyce Kim is delighted with functional orthodontics for her younger patients. The Myobrace no-braces approach straightens teeth the natural way, supporting optimal growth and development of the jaw for proper alignment of the teeth.

Our practice is mercury free and mercury safe. Dr. Cann and Dr. Kim follow the SMART certified safe removal protocol for mercury removal to prevent your exposure to visible and microscopic mercury particles and vapor.

Choosing wholistic dentistry is an integrative approach to total body wellness. You are never too young to begin your journey to optimal health.

Cann Dentistry Piedmont Center 3525 Piedmont Road, Building Five, Suite 408 Atlanta 30305 404-233-1102 www.canndentistry.com

Judy Christianson, DDS Dr. Judy Christianson is “Creating Smiles One Child at a Time” at Brookhaven Children’s Dentistry. The office provides specialized and comprehensive care for children, teens and young adults in a state-of-the-art facility fully equipped with a movie theater and arcade room. We want to make dentistry fun by providing children with an environment that they’ll be excited about coming back to again and again. Our practice focuses on education and the prevention of dental disease. You can be assured that we will work hard to provide your family with child-friendly dental care in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.

Dr. Christianson is a board certified pediatric dentist practicing in the Atlanta area for more than 14 years. She received her dental degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2000, and completed her pediatric residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2002.

Be sure to stop by our website or Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ BrookhavenChildrensDentistry) for more information.

1418 Dresden Dr, Suite 255 Atlanta 30319 (404) 719-4300 BrookhavenChildrensDentistry.com

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Oral C. Francis, DDS “He is the only orthodontist I know that has the school’s calendar accessible so appointments can be made for the children without conflict. Also He has a dry erase board to welcome new patients. Feels like he rolls out the red carpet.”

Dr. Oral Francis always dreamed of improving people’s smiles and loves helping his patients through their orthodontic treatment. Dr. Francis earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of South Florida and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Meharry Medical College, where he graduated in the top five percent of his class.

He completed two full years of post-graduate specialty training in orthodontics at Howard University and has also been inducted into the International Dental Honor Society.

Dr. Francis has been providing outstanding orthodontic care to his patients since 2003. As a board certified orthodontist, he is among the small percentage of orthodontists in the United States to earn this certified degree of recognized excellence.

Suwanee Orthodontics’ top priority is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly, comfortable environment.

Suwanee Orthodontics 4140 Moore Road Ste. B102 Suwanee, GA 30024 678-482-9434 www.suwaneeorthodontics.com

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 at the Healthcare of Atlanta hospitals/ It’s rare to find a dentist who Children’s is both a passionate leader in the community and also incredibly comfortable kids on their level.

Meet Dr. Miguel Hernandez, dentist and who has facilities. During his residency Dr. connecting Bataille with became well acquainted with thea staff patients dedicated his life to ensuring quality care for children from all walks of life. In fact, that’s why he at Intown Pediatrics, andfounded in July of 2010 he officially joined the practice. . He is committed to Vital Smiles Georgia and MH Orthodontics; to provide more children with the very best IPAM’s mission of partnering with families to foster the healthy growth and development of care in a kid-friendly environment.

With 16 years of experience, Dr. Hernandez brings a level of expertise that is unparalleled in Atlanta’s children.

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this highly specialized field. A native of Barranquilla, Colombia, he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University in 2000. He went on to play leadership roles in two other Dr. Bataille strives to be an easily approachable, communicative Pediatrician dedicated to companies that were pioneers in his field. providing comprehensive and informative care the whole patient. a member of the Dr. Hernandez isn’t the only one of committed to providing excellentHe care.isFrom the front desk, to the hygienists, to the dentists, the staff at Medical both Vital Smiles and MH Orthodontics all specialize American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Association. in the care of children from age 7 to adolescence. Together, they work with parents, schools, community organizations, and other medical professionals to ensure that every child in neighboring Visit IntownPediatrics.com today and learn more about their communities has access to education about proper oralentire hygiene.team and all they can offer your family as they develop youlocations in To requestaa “provider-parent” dental appointment at eitherpartnership of our convenientwith Vital Smiles Norcross or Albany, visit vitalsmilesga.com. Needing orthodontic work? Visit MH Orthodontics at norcrossorthodontist.com.

6000 Singleton Road, Suite 315 Norcross 30093 (770) 248-9059 vitalsmilesga.com

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Tom and Susan Reilly, DDS We at Reilly Dental are absolutely thrilled about the nominations of both Drs. Tom and Susan Reilly. The Reillys feel it is a testament to their team’s dedication to providing their patients with the highest level of care whether they are 3 or 93. It is their commitment to patient comfort that drove the design of their new 6,000 square foot facility. The new office is equipped with nitrous oxide, digital x-rays, a Planmeca panoramic x-ray machine for smaller mouths, TVs in the ceiling, patient computers in the waiting room, a refreshment bar, and a kids village play area. Our patients love that as their family dentist we can see kids and adults together saving time and giving us a great deal of family history knowledge.

Another service our parents and teen patients have appreciated at Reilly Dental is Invisalign. As a designated Invisalign Premiere and Teen provider you can rest assured that your smile is in good hands, and since we have the latest Itero scanning technology, it means no more impressions! Drs. Tom and Susan are board certified and have been practicing in East Cobb for the past 19 years. Their greatest joys in practice have been getting to know so many wonderful families and watching their youngest patients grow into adulthood. Check out our Reilly Dental page on Facebook for a closer look at our practice.

Reilly Dental 850 Lecroy Drive Marietta 30068 770-971-6656 eastcobbsmiles.com

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 at Dr. the Healthcare of Atlanta When moms first meet JimChildren’s Shealy, they often have one overwhelming feelinghospitals/ - the urge to smile. HeDr. has Bataille a way of putting kids and parents at ease with his light-hearted specialized facilities. During his residency became well acquainted with thepersonality, staff and patients pediatric care and kid-approved dental phrases. As other moms have found, he doesn’t just clean at Intown Pediatrics, and in July of 2010 he officially joined the practice. . He is committed to children’s teeth, he “tickles” their teeth. And he’s not the only one who sets children at ease. Our IPAM’s mission of partnering with families to fosterDental theCenter healthy andtodevelopment of three conveniently-located Children’s officesgrowth were designed be enjoyable for children – from friendly staff, to lobby and procedure entertainment, times of day kids are scheduled, Atlanta’s children.

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and fun custom-designed themes. Will your child experience a dental safari, beach excursion, or train adventure? It all depends on which of our offices you choose in Acworth, Cartersville or Rome Dr. Bataille strives to be an easily approachable, communicative Pediatrician dedicated to (greatstartgreatsmiles.com). He also sees patients in Alpharetta by partnering with the highly qualified providing comprehensive and informative care of comprehensive the whole care. patient.

He is a member of the orthodontist Dr. Javid Yavari to offer fully (crabapplepdo.com).

Because of Dr. Shealy’s pediatric dentistryAssociation. training and 20 years of experience, moms American Academy of Pediatrics and the specialized American Medical frequently tell us their children have an enjoyable experience, even if they were originally scared of an unfamiliar environment. Beyond his specialized pediatric dentistry residency, Dr. Shealy is also Board Visit IntownPediatrics.com today anddentistry. learn more about their entire team and all they can Certifi ed in pediatric offer your family as they develop a “provider-parent” with youor crabapplepdo.com!

Visit our website to request an appointmentpartnership at greatstartgreatsmiles.com We are confident we can give your child a great start towards a great smile and great dental habits that last a lifetime.

Children’s Dental Center, P.C. of Cartersville 16 B Felton Place Cartersville 30120 770-382-3536

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Children’s Dental Center, P.C. at Brookstone 1825 Mars Hill Rd. NW Acworth 30101 770-422-9375

Children’s Dental Center, P.C. in Rome 15 Riverbend Dr. Rome 30161 706-232-1283

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Susan H. Lee, DMD

Dr. Susan H. Lee grew up in Duluth, Georgia. She completed her dental degree in 1998 and her pediatric dental residency in 2002, both from the Medical College of Georgia. For over 10 years, Dr. Lee has been striving to provide children in the Atlanta area the highest quality dental care in a gentle, fun environment. Working along with parents and her dedicated staff, nothing pleases her more than watching toddlers grow into young adults with positive dental attitudes and good oral health. She is an active member of the Georgia Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

3280 Howell Mill Rd. Ste. 121 Atlanta, Ga 30327 404-355-8557 Atlantakidsdentist.com

Aaron Schwartz, DDS

Dr. Aaron Schwartz is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He completed his dental training at Columbia University in NYC. Dr. Aaron practices the most contemporary pediatric dentistry available. He is proficient in the use of Silver Diamine Fluoride, a non-invasive approach to treating some forms of active dental decay. Dr. Aaron’s key philosophy is prevention, and his highly experienced team provides state-of-the-art care with a gentle and honest approach that every child deserves.

500 Concord Road Smyrna 30082 770-436-0802 schwartzkidsdentistry.com

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First Games n eeBoo I Never Forget a Face Matching Game: See that kid with the red hair or the girl with the African bead necklace? Now find a card that matches them. Twenty-four pairs of faces to match helps kids develop memory skills. Ages 3 and older. $16.99

The Game Is On! Looking for great games to play with the kids?

Here are Atlanta Parent’s picks for fun board games that also teach letters and numbers or hone memory, strategy and even engineering skills.

n Richard Scarry’s Busytown, Eye Found It: This board game from Wonder Forge sends kids on a quest for hidden objects with a mission to take food items from Picnic Island before pigs can consume them. Ages 3 and older. $24.99

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Porter Academy Enabling Children with Learning Differences to Succeed

• Pre-K–8th • Small Groups • Individualized programs

n The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game: Kids have fun while developing matching and sorting skills and strategic thinking with this Educational Insights game. Take a turn on the spinner, pick up the same colored acorn with Squirrel Squeezers and put it on your log; first to collect five acorns wins. Ages 3 and older. $19.99 n Seek-A-Boo Game from MindWare: Build vocabulary and improve memory with this fun matching game. Peek at a card in the “seek me” circle, then find it in the “find me” square. Ages 1 and older. $24.99 n Thinkfun Roll and Play Board Game: Toddlers toss the plush cube, then choose a card that matches the color on the cube that faces up. They perform the activity on the card, such as “roar like a lion.” The game has no winners and losers, but everybody has fun. Ages 18 months and older. $19.99

• Hands-on learning activities

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AN EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS Younger Kids n Bugs in the Kitchen: Players try to capture the HEXBUG nano scurrying all over the board. Each player rolls the die, then turns a utensil to lure the bug to his trap. The winner is the first to collect five bug tokens. Ages 6 and older. $29.99 n Qwirkle from MindWare: Players build lines by matching tiles based on color or shape to score points; more complex combinations lead to a higher score. Ages 6 and older. $34.99 Cont’d on page 48

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College prep academics and vocational academy designed for grades 4-12 and postgraduate students with high functioning Autism, Asperger’s, ADD, ADHD and other learning differences. Open Enrollment.

650-A Mt. Vernon Hwy NE • Atlanta 30328 cumberlandacademy.org • 404-835-9000 February 2017 Atlanta Parent 47

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n Friends and Neighbors: The Helping Game: This matching game from Peaceable Kingdom helps kids develop and recognize empathy and compassion and learn what it means to be helpful. Players draw tokens and try to match them with someone who has a need.

Ages 3 and older. $15.99

The Bedford School accepts students in grades one through nine. Students receive proper academic remediation in a small class setting, as well as specific help with physical skills, peer interaction and self-esteem. The Bedford School also offers Squirrel Hollow Camp, a remedial summer camp program.

For Children With Learning Differences

770-774-8001 5665 Milam Rd. Fairburn, Georgia 30213 www.thebedfordschool.org

Open Houses Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Thursday, March 16, 2017

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The school system can evaluate any child age 3 or older for a suspected disability, at no cost.

➢ Diagnostic and Evaluation Services ➢ Speech/Language Therapy ➢ Specialized Community and School-Based Education We serve students with disabilities such as developmental delays, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders, hearing and vision impairments, orthopedic impairments who are three to five years of age and reside within the Fulton County School District.

Call or visit for more information: 470-254-0404 fultonschools.org It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice,educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.

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n Sequence for Kids: This board game from Jax teaches strategy, and even kids who can’t read can play. Play a card from your hand, then place a chip on a game board space; get four chips in a row to win. Watch out, other players can block you with a dragon card. Ages 4-7. $12.99 n Willy’s Wiggly Web, the Scissors Cutting Game: Work with other players to free bugs from Willy’s Web before the spider falls from the top of the web. Free the bugs and everyone wins in this game from Peaceable Kingdom. Ages 3-6. $15.99 n Zingo – Bingo with a Zing: Be the first player to shout Zingo! by matching pictures and words in this fast-paced game that builds language skills.

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Older Kids n Carcassonne Board Game: This tile-laying game requires skill, strategy and a little luck. Players develop the areas around the French city of Carcassonne, which is noted for its medieval fortifications. The player with the most successful development wins. Ages 8 and older. $34.99 n Imhotep Builder of Egypt: Players become ancient architects, using stone blocks to build at five construction sites while keeping their opponents from building. Ages 10 and older. $39.95

Announcing the opening of our New Second Campus at 1434 Scott Boulevard in Decatur Serving children ages 18 months to 6 years.

Limited space available for the current school year.

Call 404-321-9304 for more information. www.ArborMontessori.org

n Maze Racers: Each player or team starts to build a maze as quickly as possible; the first to finish shouts, “Ready to race.” The other player or team must complete a maze in one minute, then the players swap boards and try to get a ball through the maze before the other player or team does. Ages 8 and older. $39.99 n Ticket to Ride: Players take a crosscountry train adventure with this board game, and compete to see which player can travel to the most cities in North America. Players draw cards and collect miniature train cars to use different railway routes on the board.

Ages 8 and older. $34.99

n Ubongo: Puzzle-solving skills are a must for this fast-paced game in which players use tiles to fill in empty spaces on a puzzle board. First to finish gets to draw a gem at random from a bag and is also awarded a blue gem; second place gets an amber gem, and each gem has an assigned value. At the end of the game, the player with the highest score in gems wins. Ages 8 and older. $39.99 c atlantaparent.com

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Atlanta Ballet’s Snow White Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Feb. 11 and 12. 2 p.m.

One-hour ballet version of Snow White designed for younger audiences. Cheer on the young heroine and her prince as they foil the plots of the evil queen.

Recommended for ages 12 and younger. 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta.

770-916-2800. $12-51. cobbenergycentre.com

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Cobb Galleria Centre Feb. 18-20. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Town Center at Cobb Feb. 25. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Up-close encounters with a life-like Stegosaurus, Velociraptor and T-Rex in this walk-through exhibit. Dig for fossils in the Valley of Bones, play mini golf and visit the activity zone complete with bouncy houses, crafts and more. Two Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta. 1-866-468-3399. $19 per person; VIP (T-rex ticket), $52. discoverthedinosaurs.com

Get ready for camp before it’s too late. Meet camp representatives from Atlanta and beyond and choose where your child will make lasting summer memories. 400 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy. NW, Kennesaw.

770-454-7599. Free. atlantaparent.com/campexpo

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Seven Places for a Healthy Fix

Here are our picks for nutrient-rich options the kids and you will enjoy.

Café at Pharr

Kale Me Crazy

The low-fat menu of salads and sandwiches is full of healthy options such as chicken salad in different flavors. The famous yogurt rolls (pastry roll filled with a yogurt mix) come with each meal. They are happy to cut sandwiches in half for the kids, and make grilled cheese if you have a picky eater. n Parents: Walnut Chicken Salad Plate, which is made with a low amount of mayonnaise. n Kids: Half turkey or ham and cheese sandwich with fresh-made bread 4 Atlanta locations. cafeatpharr.com

A superfood café offering juices, smoothies, salads and wraps made with organic, raw foods. With several locations around Atlanta, it’s an easy pop-in for a healthy treat. They will gladly split a smoothie in two cups for the kids. n Parents: Acai Bowl, Grounded Smoothie or Revive Juice n Kids: Tropical Trippin’ Smoothie 9 Atlanta locations. kalemecrazy.net

Loving Hut

Lucky Lotus

Cold-press juice bar with all natural juices, smoothies, energy shots and vegan meals. Walk up to the stand and order, then walk around Ponce City Market’s shops and bustling food hall. n Parents: Clean Green Smoothie or Organic Acai Bowl n Kids: Strawberry Shake Ponce City Market. poncecitymarket.com

True Food Kitchen

Kale Me Crazy

The creators of True Food Kitchen take popular foods and transform them into healthier versions. Kids can peek into the open kitchen to see their food being chopped and prepared. The menu includes everything from fresh-squeezed juices to salads, bowls and sandwiches. n Parents: Kale Aid and Mediterranean Quinoa Salad n Kids: Chicken Teriyaki Bowl or Smoked Turkey Sandwich Lenox Square Mall. truefoodkitchen.com

For a vegan fix, Loving Hut has a full menu of flavor-packed options. The 100 percent plant-based cuisine includes international flavors stemming from Asia, the Mediterranean and Italy. The menu lets your kids try healthy foods, and become introduced to vegan cuisine, but in an easier way than serving cut broccoli. n Parents: Pad Thai n Kids: Golden Tofu Nuggets Norcross and Sandy Springs. lovinghut.us

Fresh to Order

Restaurants don’t always make their meals health-conscious, but Fresh to Order has a wide range of chef-quality menu options.

Kids eat free on Saturday and Sundays. (Check with your location for additional weekday specials.) n Parents: Grilled salmon served with black bean orange sauce n Kids: Grilled chicken, rice and a side salad 8 Atlanta locations. freshtoorder.com

Gusto!

Pick your own base: greens, brown rice or flatbread and add protein: chicken, portabella or shrimp. Then choose a toppings option such as mango, avocado, chipotle or tahini, cucumber and feta among others. Sweet potato chips come with every meal for extra snacking and the kids will love the on-site frozen yogurt area for a sweet treat after dinner. n Parents: Brown rice, grilled shrimp and the chipotle, mango, avocado topping. n Kids: Chicken bowl with gusto! sauce. Sweet, soy sriracha is recommended, but kids can pick any of the sauces.

Peachtree Rd. and Ponce De Leon Ave. whatsyourgusto.com True Food Kitchen

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Atlanta Gladiators Hockey: See a Biscuit in the Basket

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isit the barn to see a winger snipe the biscuit in the basket and celly!

(Translation: Go to the Infinite Energy Center hockey arena and see a forward shoot the puck into the goal and celebrate.)

Don’t worry if your kids (or you) don’t know the lingo or all of the rules, hockey is a fast, physical sport that is fun to watch and easy to learn.

The Atlanta Gladiators are an ECHL (formerly East Coast Hockey League) Boston Bruins affiliate. This mid-level (beneath the NHL and AHL) hockey team has been around since 2003, and is Atlanta’s only professional hockey team. Atlanta’s NHL team, The Thrashers, left in 2011.

Each game has a special theme including the upcoming Star Wars Night (Feb. 18) and Princess Day (March 12), and throughout each game there are contests and interactive activities (puck toss, T-shirt give-a-way, on-ice relays).

Atlanta Gladiators Hockey is a fast-paced, fun family outing. My 4-yearold daughter loved the dance cam and was excited to meet the mascot, Maximus. My 7-year-old son, a hockey fanatic, loved being able to high-five the players as they skated onto the ice.

Know Before You Go: The Infinite Energy Center is easy to access, has free parking and has ample food vendors to make for a low-stress family outing. Lower ticket prices can be found if you take advantage of promotions such as Kroger Family Sundays. The temperature inside the arena is comfortable, so no need to pack your parka (most people just wear long sleeves). The overall atmosphere is family friendly, though there is the potential for an errant puck in the stands or an occasional on-ice scuffle.

– Megan Ratcliff

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The Details Atlanta Gladiators 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth atlantagladiators.com; 770-497-5100 n Tickets: $12-$33 n Schedule: Regular season through April 8; check the website for dates and times.

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WHAT A THRILL!

Mach Speed: MiG-21 Jet Cockpit Exhibit

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ellus Science Museum is displaying the only MiG-21 twoseater cockpit in the United States, and it was incredible to see this important part of Cold War history in person.

I visited with my 11-year-old son Adam, who was excited to see inside the cockpit and learn about the important role this jet played in the Cold War. Something that really impressed my son was that this jet has no computers on board; everything was manual. Adam also thought it was neat to see the pilot hanging down from The Details his ejection seat. The exhibit Mach Speed: MiG-21 Jet Cockpit included a mock cockpit, which Tellus Science Museum Adam enjoyed playing in.

100 Tellus Dr., Cartersville The MiG-21 was designed tellusmuseum.org; 770-606-5700 and built in the former Soviet n Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Union and was the first jet to except major holidays. Exhibit reach speeds over mach 2 – closes March 26. twice the speed of sound. It was n Cost: Adults, $14; ages 3-17, the most produced fighter jet in $10; ages 2 and younger, free. history because it was reliable, cost-effective and easy to fly.

The fighter jet was known as the “Cold War Warrior” and the Soviet Union produced more than 13,000 of the jets, which went on to be used in the air forces of over 50 countries.

This exhibit is more appropriate for an older child who would appreciate the history of the jet, and understand its importance. It was enlightening to look inside the cockpit and see the instrument panels and the close quarters, but it would be hard for a young child

to resist climbing in and playing with all of the controls!

Tellus Science Museum has many other interesting things for children of all ages, and it’s a hands-on space for young explorers.

At the end of our visit, Adam had a hard time leaving. The Mach Speed exhibit was the highlight – Adam was really excited to see the “fastest,” “most expensive” or “oldest” objects in person. He was very happy to have seen the first jet that was capable of such speeds.

More Reasons to Visit Tellus:

The mineral gallery was impressive; my son spent ages in the gallery exploring.

The panning for gems and hunting for fossils sections are so much fun for kids of all ages, and you get to take home what you find! The fossil gallery had things I’d never seen elsewhere.

There’s a huge collection of vehicles for transportation buffs to explore.

– Kirsten Gromatzky

Experience Science, Motion and Magic With these new exhibits, explore nature’s most powerful forces, how objects move and the math behind magic.

Wild Weather

Fernbank Museum of Natural History Through May 7. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Investigate some of nature’s powerful and destructive forces as you put yourself directly in the path of a tornado, inside the eye of a hurricane and in the midst of a raging winter storm. Explore the science behind weather through multimedia experiences, models and large-scale graphics.

404-929-6300. Adults, $18; ages 3-12, $16; 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org

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From Here to There

Children’s Museum of Atlanta Through May 29. Weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Closed Wed.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Explore different methods of movement, using simple machines to move objects to seeing how air pressure moves a hovercraft.

Investigate what it takes to power cars, airplanes and snow blowers and learn how to make a boat sail. 404-659-5437. $14.95; younger than 1, free. childrensmuseumatlanta.org

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Abracadabra!

Every Day Magic

Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center Through April 30. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Become a scientific magician and learn the science and math behind magic. Demonstrate a chemical reaction using body heat; decode secret messages using pressure and experiment with magic. 770-904-3500. Adults, $13; ages 3-12, $10; 2 and younger, free. gwinnettehc.org

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f skydiving is on your bucket list, but you can’t work up the courage to jump out of a plane, then iFLY is the place to go! Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed the adrenaline rush of indoor skydiving at the new location in Atlanta.

The skydiving takes place inside of a giant flight chamber within a powerful vertical wind tunnel, and the freefall sensation is like no other! My children, ages 10, 8 and 5, weren’t quite sure what to expect, and as people took turns flying, we watched mesmerized from the viewing area of the flight deck.

Friendly certified flight instructors are good at answering questions and getting rid of any pre-flight jitters during a short flight training session. Everyone watches a brief video and learns hand signals to use during The Details the flight session. iFLY “I look cool!” was my 5-year-old’s 2778 Cobb Pkwy., Atlanta reaction to wearing the official flight iflyworld.com; 678-803-4359 gear consisting of a helmet, flight suit, n Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 9 and goggles. We all felt very confident a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-11 during each of our 60-second flights, and p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; we enjoyed giving each other high-fives Sun., 8 a.m.-10 p.m. after our turns. Parents will appreciate the n Cost: Packages start at safety of iFLY, since the flight instructor $69.95 per person never leaves your side while flying in the flight chamber.

The entire iFLY experience lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes, and it’s a smooth process from start to finish.

For the best experience, parents should check the website prior to going to help children visualize what iFLY is all about. Also, due to its popularity, it’s best to save time by booking an appointment and filling out the waiver online before heading to iFLY. Be sure to arrive one hour before your scheduled flight time if you’re a first-timer.

My children are extremely proud of their personalized flight certificates that they received, and they love telling their friends about this thrilling experience.

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CIRCUS Two high-flying acts are coming to town, and one festival full of juggling. It’s time to prepare for the fun.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus Xtreme

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Philips Arena, Feb. 15-20; Infinite Energy Center, Feb. 23-26; March 3-5 Be amazed by exotic animals and international performers. High-wire wizards, powerful strongmen, BMX trick riders, trampoline daredevils, inconceivable contortionists, a high-flying human cannonball, a bungee aerial skydiving display and more. Tickets, $21-70 (Phillips Arena); $28-103 (Infinite Energy Center). ringling.com Ringling Bros will hold their final performances this May.

UniverSoul Circus The Gold Lot at Turner Field, Feb. 8-March 12 Enjoy a Comedy Dog Act from Chile, Aerial Duet from Colombia, Pagoda Bowl Acrobats from China, Airborne Motorcycles from California, Caribbean Dynasty from Trinidad and Tobago, Russian Bar from Cuba, Contortionists from Ethiopia, Magical Tigers and disco dancing Elephants from the United States. Tickets, $22-40. universoulcircus.com

Groundhog Day Juggling Festival Yaarab Shrine Center, Feb. 3-5 Want to learn how the circus performers juggle and balance on unicycles?

Attend this festival to watch jugglers, unicyclists and hoopers, and join juggling workshops to try your hand at balancing and tossing. Admission is free for daytime events. atlantajugglers.org

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Get inspired l If I Ran the Circus by Dr. Seuss l Olivia Saves the Circus by Ian Falconer

l Circus Camp The camp offers a high-flying performing troupe and winter/spring aerial programs among other programs throughout the year.

Kids can also spend their summer learning all of the tricks needed to join the circus, including: trapeze, juggling, unicycling and more. Decatur, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Norcross; circuscamp.org

How to

l Circus Arts Institute Learn fun circus tricks on a low trapeze, tight wire, mini trampoline and more. Lessons are offered for ages 5-17, and a Mommy and Me class for ages 2-5. They also have a circus arts therapy program offered for kids with special needs. Atlanta; circusartsinstitute.com

l Juggling for the Complete Klutz book and beanbags: John Cassidy and B. C. Rimbeaux l Klutz Face Painting Craft Kit book and paint: the editors of Klutz

l The Imperial OPA’s Circus School

Juggling, tumbling, aerial dance and balance are all skills your child can learn at this circus school. Lessons are offered for ages 6-17, but they are happy to accommodate any age with advance notice.

Buckhead; thecircusschool.com/atlanta

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Celebrate

BLACK HISTORY in our town There are so many ways to remember and learn about the heritage and contributions of African-Americans in Atlanta.

Events to celebrate Black History

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Black History Month Programs Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Hop on board the Peach State Flyer steam train and learn about the important contributions African-Americans have made to our country and enjoy performances, crafts and storytimes. Feb. 2-28. See childrensmuseumatlanta.org for full schedule of programming. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Wed.); Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

Admission, $14.95; younger than 1, free.

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African-American History Tours Historic Oakland Cemetery. Tour the final resting place of Atlanta’s black history pioneers, including Carrie Steele Logan, founder of Atlanta’s first orphanage for African-American children.

Feb. 9, 18, 21 and 26. 1:30-2:30 p.m. 248 Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-688-2107, ext. 16.

Free, limited space. Pre-registration required. oaklandcemetery.com

Live History Event Smith Plantation Barn. See how the enslaved at Smith Plantation viewed the changes in their lives after being moved from coastal Georgia to the newly established mill town of Roswell.

Living history interactions will be ongoing throughout the day. Feb. 11. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell. 770-641-3978. Free. roswellgov.com

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The nation’s most famous civil rights leader was born here.

We celebrate his birthday each January.

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It was here that many AfricanAmericans first established businesses, congregations and social organizations.

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The former residence of a prominent Atlanta physician and a passionate arts patron of African-American art.

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She was one of the first American women to become a self-made millionaire. One of her first hair salons was in Atlanta.

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Black History Month Parade Underground Atlanta. The largest celebration of Black History Month in Atlanta. See marching bands, entertainers, cars and more. Feb. 25. Noon-6 p.m. The parade starts at the Martin Luther King Jr. historic site (450 Auburn Ave.) and ends at Woodruff Park. 404-478-7820. Free. blackhistorymonthparade.com

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Roswell Roots Celebrate Roswell’s African-American history and culture throughout the month with a series of events. Through Feb. 28. See roswellroots.com for full schedule and locations. 770-641-3727.

Prices vary per event.

Check with your local library for storytelling and special events

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Visit this place to hear stories of early African-American pioneers on Auburn Ave., plus learn about the powerful black families that helped transform Atlanta.

He overcame slavery, sharecropping and Jim Crow to become one of the most successful African-American businessmen of his era.

One of the nation’s oldest black-owned bookstores.

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“Make a career of humanity.

Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights.

You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.”

– Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Center for Civil and Human Rights

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More places to visit Center for Civil and Human Rights

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APEX Museum

Cultural attraction that connects the American Civil Rights Movement to today’s Global Human Rights Movements.

Atlanta History Center Often features exhibits and collections focused on Atlanta and African-American history.

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Dr. Otis Thrash Hammonds House Museum

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Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural Center & Bookstore

The area encompasses six historically black colleges including Clark Atlanta University and Morehouse College among others. Walk in the footsteps of famous alumni such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Maynard H. Jackson Jr., the first African-American mayor of Atlanta.

Sweet Auburn Historic District

Busy Bee Café

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Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries The school began gathering art pieces in 1942 when segregation kept artists of color from widely exhibiting their works.

Atlanta University Center Historic District

The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

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Alonzo Herndon

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Madam C.J. Walker

In 1947 Lucy Jackson, a self-taught cook, decided to open her own restaurant. It was a famous stop for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and more recently, President Obama has visited.

810 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta. thebusybeecafe.com

Paschal’s Restaurant In the 1960s the Paschal brothers became actively involved in the Civil Rights Movement. The restaurant was a meeting place for key civil rights leaders and strategists including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 180 Northside Dr. SW, Atlanta. paschalsatlanta.com.

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classes Mommy and Me Preschool Program. Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. Different activities each week. Every Thurs. 10 and 11:30 a.m. 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-427-2117. Recommended for ages 3-5. Adults, $7.50; ages 4-12, $5.50; 3 and younger, free.

Synchronicity Theatre FEB. 3-26 An adaptation with movement and puppetry, of Katherine Applegate’s novel based on the true story of Ivan the gorilla, who found a home at Zoo Atlanta. Each Friday is PJs and play; kids can wear pajamas and enjoy milk and cookies. Ages 5 and older. See synchrotheatre.com for showtimes.

General admission: Adults, $20-23; ages 2-12, $15-17. 404-484-8636.

1545 Peachtree St. NE #102, Atlanta.

Toddler Thursdays. High Museum of Art. Create masterpieces to complement the museum’s current exhibits. Ages 2-4. Every Thurs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404733-4400. Free with admission. 6 and older, $14.50; 5 and younger, free.

Drop-In Art Classes. Treehouse Kid & Craft. Enjoy weekly activities including painting, drawing and sculpting. Every Sat. 10 a.m. (ages 2-4) and 11 a.m. (ages 5-10). 533 W. Howard Ave. Ste. A, Decatur. 470-355-8305. $12.

Crafts at Lakeshore Learning. Lakeshore Learning. Make a different craft each week. Every Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 3 and older. 4287 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-578-3100. Free.

Indoor Basic Archery. Panola Mountain State Park. Release your inner Katniss while learning archery basics. All equipment provided.

Ages 9 and older. Every Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.-noon. Pre-register. 2620 Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge. 770-389-7801. $15; parking, $5.

Drop-In and Draw. Gas-Art Gifts at North DeKalb Mall. Make a different project each week.

Every Sat. and Sun. Anytime between noon-3 p.m. 2050 Lawrenceville Hwy., Decatur. 404801-4926. $5.

INK Craft Weeks. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. Enjoy different themed crafts each week.

Check inkfun.org for schedule and times. $1 with museum admission. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 1-5 p.m. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. 770-536-1900. Mon.-Sat., $8; Sun., $6.

Toddler Time. Georgia Aquarium. Meet and learn about a marine animal, enjoy a costumed character appearance, story time, craft activities and a small snack. Feb. 6. 10-11:30 a.m. Reservations required. Ages 0-3. 225 Baker St., Atlanta. 404-581-4000. $10/person. Does not include aquarium admission. Adults, $39.95; ages 3-12, $33.95; ages 2 and younger, free.

Mice Tours. Marietta Museum of History. Mascots Murray and Etta mouse introduce history through tours, storytime and crafts for ages 3-5. Feb. 8, 10:30 a.m. 1 Depot St., Marietta.

770-794-5710. Reservations required. $5 per family (one adult and up to three children).

Second Thursday Program. Southeastern Railway Museum. Parents and preschool program includes circle time, an activity and craft. Feb. 9. 10:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Ages 2-4. Check-in before 10:20 a.m. 3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth. 770-495-0253. $10 per child, one adult free, additional adult, $12.

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Winter Jam. The Georgia Dome. The annual Christian concert is an evening for all ages with music and inspirational speakers. Feb. 4. 6 p.m. Arrive early for ticket lines. 1 Georgia Dome Dr., Atlanta.

2017.jamtour.com. Cash or check only. $10 per person at the door for 2 years and older.

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra. Bailey Performance Center. Mid-season concert features elementary, middle and high school-aged musicians of the largest youth orchestra in the Southeast. Feb. 12. 3 and 7:30 p.m. 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw. 770-429-2390. $8.

Music for the Very Young: Meet the Brass.

Woodruff Arts Center. Your family will learn about the Woodwind, Brass, String and Percussion families during this series performed by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Feb. 25 and 26.

Sat. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.; Sun. 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta.

404-733-5000. Adults, $15; ages 6-17, $8; ages 3-5, free.

nature Planetarium Shows. Fernbank Science Center.

Various shows per month about the Solar System in the newly-renovated planetarium.

See fernbank.edu for schedule. Thurs. 7 and 8 p.m.; Fri. 3, 7 and 8 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m., noon, 2 and 3 p.m.; closed Sun. 156 Heaton Park Dr., Atlanta. 678- 874-7102. Adults, $7; ages 3-18, $5; 2 and younger, free.

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Feeding Time. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of the resident animals as the Wildlife Dept. feeds them. Every Tues. and Sat. 4 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell.

770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; ages 2 and younger, free.

Great Backyard Bird Count. Dunwoody Nature Center. Make a bird feeder workshop, information about species identification, the importance of the bird count, and more. Feb. 17 and 20.

10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. Pre-registration required. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody.

770-394-3322. Free.

Great Backyard Bird Count. Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Bird lessons for adults and kids featuring information about species identification, a birdhouse scavenger hunt, bird bingo and make a birdfeeder.

Feb. 18. 9 a.m.-noon. 2382 Pine Mountain Rd., Kennesaw. 770-919-0248.

Included in admission: Adults, $7; ages 6-12, $5; 5 and younger, free.

Toddler Trek. Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Experience nature while learning the names of local animals and plants and singing songs.

Feb. 28. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 18 mo.3 years. Pre-register. 2020 Clean Water Dr., Buford. 770-904-3500. $10.

Ice, Ice Baby. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Stop by the Ice Crystal Station to see some of the shapes that make up snowflakes. Through Feb. 28. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Included with admission. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; ages 2 and younger, free.

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Snowflakes under Scopes. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Peek into the scope to see some of the structures that make snowflakes so magical.

Through Feb. 28. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-9922055. Included with admission. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; ages 2 and younger, free.

special events Family Fun. Woodruff Arts Center. As a part of CREATE ATL, activities include art making, interactive musical story times, composers-intraining sessions, instrument making, drop-in acting classes and more. Every Sun., 1-4 p.m.

1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4200.

Free.

Game-O-Rama. Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center.

A chance for board game fans from across the Southeast to gather. Hundreds of the world’s best board games available for play. Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Feb. 2-5. See game-o-rama.com for schedule. 246 Perimeter Center Pkwy. NE, Atlanta. All four days is $45 each, $80 per couple and $90 per family.

Groundhog Day Juggling Festival. Yaarab Shrine Center. Watch jugglers, unicyclists and hoopers, and join juggling workshops to try your hand at balancing and tossing. Feb. 3-5. See atlantajugglers.org for full schedule. 400 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta. Admission is free for daytime events.

Cobb Galleria Centre FEB. 25 AND 26 Millions of LEGOS, Life-sized models, minigolf course, hands-on building attractions and more! Tickets valid 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or 2-6 p.m. $24.50 per time slot; VIP, $49.50. VIP tickets allow 9 a.m. entry and all-day access with re-entry, VIP goodie bag and lanyard.

866-442-4433. events. brickfestlive.com

Wild Weather Day. Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Celebrate the opening of the new exhibition, and Fernbank’s first-ever 3D film. Explore weather phenomena such as winter storms, thunderstorms, heat waves and more through activities, demonstrations and crafts. Feb. 4. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300. Free with admission.

Adults $18; ages 3-12, $16; 2 and younger, free.

Princess Brunch: Princess and the Frog.

Venkman’s. Celebrate Mardi Gras with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen from this Disney classic set in New Orleans.

Feb. 25. 10:30 a.m. Advance reservations encouraged. 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE, Atlanta. 470-225-6162. Free show, food for purchase.

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Valentine’s Day Events ♥ Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart

♥ Queen of Hearts: Mother-Son

Recreation Center. Valentine dance with light refreshments for dads and their daughters. Feb. 3. 7 p.m. 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee. 678-2770910. Pre-registration required. Ages 4 and older, $8 per person.

Recreation Center. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of music, dancing and light refreshments. Feb. 10. 7 p.m. 100 E. Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-277-0890. Reservations required by Feb. 6. All ages, $8 per person.

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♥ Valentine Crafts at Lakeshore

History Center. Make valentines for your sweetheart, learn heartfelt love songs, and play games. Feb. 6. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 130 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-814-4000. Adults, $6.50; ages 5 and younger, $5.50.

Learning. Lakeshore Learning. Make a

Valentine’s Day mailbox, kindness book and catcher. Feb. 11. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 4287 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-578-3100. Free.

♥ Daddy-Daughter Valentine’s Day

BabyLand General Hospital. Find your Valentine’s Day Family Sweetheart baby. There will be prize drawings, holiday craft, candy goody bags and costume character. Feb. 11.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. 300 N.O.K. Dr., Cleveland. 706865-2171. Free.

Dance. George Pierce Park Community

Tea Party. Olivia’s Dollhouse Tearoom. Dads

and daughters will have a night of playing dress up, making crafts, a tea party and dancing. Each daddy-daughter pair will receive a keepsake photo. Feb. 10. 6-9 p.m. 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. 404-908-9073. $75 per daddy/ daughter pair; $25 per additional child.

♥ Daddy-Daughter Dance. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center.

Valentine’s dance includes music, dancing, games, snacks and a photo. Feb. 10. 6 p.m. 4651 Britt Rd., Norcross. 678-277-0860. Pre-registration required by Feb. 3. All ages, $8 per person.

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♥ Valentine’s Day Celebration.

♥ Daddy-Daughter Dance. Lynwood Community Center. Dads and daughters can dance the night away to music from a DJ, and enjoy light snacks and prizes. Each family receives a photo to take home. Pre-registration recommended but not required. Feb. 11.

6:30-8:30 p.m. 3360 Osborne Rd., Brookhaven.

404-637-0512. $25 per dad and daughter.

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♥ Love Stories of Oakland. Oakland Cemetery. Enjoy more than 25 stops though the Victorian garden recounting the loves, lives and losses of Atlanta’s days past. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Feb. 11 and 12. Hour-long tours offered every 30 min. 2:30-4:30 p.m. 248 Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-688-2107. Adults, $16; ages 6-17, $10; 5 and younger, free.

♥ Valentine’s Day Programs.

Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool storytime, 1950s musicthemed Valentine’s Day dance and Valentine’s Day card craft. Feb. 12. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-6595437. $14.95; younger than 1, free.

Check with your local library for storytelling and special Valentine’s Day events.

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Calendar UniverSoul Circus. The Gold Lot at Turner Field. Enjoy international performers and disco dancing elephants from the United States. Feb. 8-Mar. 12. See universoulcircus. com for showtimes. 755 Hank Aaron Dr. SE, Atlanta. Tickets, $18-40.

Mini Melts Chocolate Lab. Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Examine chocolate like never before – in the lab! Use science to understand how chocolate is made and taste samples made in the lab.

Ages 10 and older. Pre-registration required.

Feb. 10. 10 a.m.-noon; Feb. 20, 10 a.m.noon; 1-3 p.m. 2020 Clean Water Dr., Buford.

770-904-3500. $10.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus Xtreme. Philips Arena and Infinite Energy Center. Be amazed by exotic animals and international performers. Philips Arena, Feb. 15-20; Infinite Energy Center, Feb. 2326. See ringling.com for showtimes. Philips Arena: 1 Philips Dr. Atlanta. Infinite Energy Center: 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth. Tickets, $21-70 (Phillips Arena); $28-103 (Infinite Energy Center). ringling.com Green Expo. Roswell Area Park. Meet vendors and organizations that can assist in making your family more “green.” See a mascot dance-off; attend workshops, classes and more. Feb. 18. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 10495 Woodstock Rd., Roswell. 770-594-6451. Free.

Vanilla Sunday. Atlanta Botanical Garden. A vanilla-themed education day offers cooking demonstrations, sensory experiences and vanilla ice cream sundaes. Feb. 19. 1-4 p.m.

1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Adults, $21.95; ages 3-12, $15.95; ages 2 and younger, free.

The Atlanta Fair. Turner Field Gray Lot. Take a spin on the Ferris wheel or enjoy bumper cars, rides for young children, a fun house, games, corn dogs and funnel cakes. See live performances by local musical groups. Feb. 24-Apr. 2. 665 Central Ave., Atlanta. 404-9133247. See atlantafair.com for prices. .

National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Children’s Museum of Atlanta. The Atlanta Ballet Fellowship Ensemble performs excerpts from Snow White; Cinderella meet and greets throughout the day; fairy tale-themed crafts and storytime. Feb. 25. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437. $14.95; younger than 1, free.

Coral Carnival. Georgia Aquarium. Celebrate one of the most beautiful animals living under our seas – coral. Experience Caribbean culture through Carnival-inspired interactive and educational coral activities. Feb. 25. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 225 Baker St., Atlanta. 404-581-4000. Included with admission. Adults, $39.95; ages 3-12, $33.95; ages 2 and younger, free.

Monster Energy Supercross. Georgia Dome.

Motocross competition includes stunts, racing and high-power action. Feb. 25. Fan Fest, noon-6 p.m.; Main Event, 6:30 p.m. 1 Georgia Dome Dr., Atlanta. 404-223-9200. $27-$305; $20 for Fan Fest entry plus main event ticket.

Mardi Gras Fun. Children’s Museum of Atlanta.

Join the Mardi Gras parade and make a Mardi Gras mask. Feb. 28. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437. $14.95; younger than 1, free.

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2230 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. aerospacefestival.com Out of this World Day Fernbank Museum of Natural History FEB. 18. 10 A.M.-2 P.M. Join the mission to learn more about space, astronomy and how scientists learn about the universe through hands-on activities and demonstrations. 404-929-6300. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. Free with admission. Adults $18; ages 3-12, $16; 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org

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All 4 Kids Consignments. Roswell Town Center. Feb. 23-25. Thurs. 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 5000 Commerce Pkwy., Roswell. all4kids.com Five and Dime Kids. New Church UMC. Feb. 24 and 25. Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1561 McLendon Ave., Atlanta. fiveanddimekids.com DUMC Kids’ Spring and Summer Consignment Sale. Dunwoody United Methodist Church Gym. Feb. 25. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 1548 Mt. Vernon Rd., Dunwoody. 770-394-0675. dunwoodyumc.org

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storytelling Storytime by the River. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join the volunteer librarian as she uses books, puppets and songs to share stories about nature. Ages 3-5. Feb. 1. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; 2 and younger, free.

Entertainment • Great Costumes • Cartoon Characters • Princesses • Superheroes • Face Painting • Balloon Tying • Clowns • Magic

Storybook Time. Atlanta Botanical Garden. Listen to stories about bees, butterflies, frogs and flowers in the Children’s Garden Amphitheater. Feb. 1.

10:30-11 a.m. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404876-5859. Included with admission. Adults, $21.95; ages 3-12, $15.95; ages 2 and younger, free.

Happy Tails/READing Paws. East Roswell Branch Library. Children can work on reading skills by reading to Bentley, a trained and registered therapy dog. Feb. 11. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 15-minute sessions. Ages 5 and older. 2301 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell. 404-613-4050. Free.

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Tadpole Tales. Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

Preschoolers will enjoy a story with a Fernbank educator along with an activity or song. Feb. 18 and Feb. 25, 11:30 a.m. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta.

404-929-6300. Free with admission. Adults $18; ages 3-12, $16; 2 and younger, free.

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Fox Theatre.

Using African-American spirituals, song-sermons, gospel songs and holy blues, this modern dance company continues to move audiences around the world with its powerful storytelling and soulstirring music. Feb. 15-19. Wed., 8 p.m.; Thurs. 8 p.m.; Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 and 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m.

660 Peachtree St. NE. Atlanta. 404-881-2100. $25-$90.

Play the Play with Cat the Cat. Alliance Theatre. The Theatre for the Very Young brings the Cat the Cat series to the stage. Identify Cat the Cat’s parade of animal friends and mimic their sounds. Through Feb. 19. See alliancetheatre.org for show times.

1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-5000.

Adult, $10; ages 6-17, $5; 5 and younger, free.

The Phantom of the Opera. Fox Theatre. The beloved story and thrilling score, boasts exciting new special effects, scenic and lighting designs, staging and choreography. Feb. 22-Mar. 5. See foxtheatre.org for showtimes. 660 Peachtree St. NE. Atlanta. 404-881-2100. $33.50-$153.50.

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Oliver Twist. Center for Puppetry Arts. Witness the adventures of literature’s most famous orphan in marionette form. Feb. 28-Mar. 5. See puppet.org for showtimes. Ages 12 and older. 1404 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. 404-873-3391. $25.

The Adventures of Mighty Bug. Center for Puppetry Arts. Watching over the ants, crickets, beetles and bees is Mighty Bug, a superhero with super strength, smelling, hearing and flying abilities.

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Air up There. Aurora Theatre. Big Thinkers Science Exploration explores the properties of air and pressure. Floating beach balls, a hovercraft and screaming rocket balloons. Feb. 4. 10 and 11:30 a.m. 128 East Pike St., Lawrenceville. 678-2266222. $7.

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Answers (from page 59): 1 (e): Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

5 (a): APEX Museum

2 (d): Sweet Auburn Historic District

6 (f): Alonzo Herndon

3 (b): Dr. Otis Thrash Hammonds House Museum

7 (c): Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural Center & Bookstore

4 (g): Madam C.J. Walker

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February 2017 Atlanta Parent 65

e h t r o f fridge I think it’s necessary to let kids get bored once in a while—that’s how they learn to be creative.

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