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Covering Families and Communities in South Fulton and Clayton County!

Macaroni Kid is THE place to get all of your information on fun things to do with your kids from College Park to Jonesboro!

This weekend Macaroni Kid CEM met so many parents at the Wild Azalea Festival at the Reynolds Nature Preserve! We had a blast! We loved meeting everyone who stopped by our table for crafts - those of you that have been Macaroni Kid subscribers and those of you that just signed up to receive our newsletter! We especially loved the fact that those brown goggles the kids made turned out to be very popular at the festival! Seemed like everyone was walking around with them!

A special thank you to Reynolds Nature Preserve in Morrow for inviting us to attend!

So what's going on in Macaroni Kid this week? You can check out all of the fun events happening around South Fulton, Clayton County and in Atlanta this week in the calendar section of the newsletter! And don't forget to use the "Add to My Macaroni" feature at the end of each calendar listing. It's a great feature I use all the time to build my own list of activities for the week. Then, print them out and go! 

If you're new to Macaroni Kid and need a quick tutorial on how to use this feature? Go here.  Also we're on Facebook so please "LIKE" us there as well - that's where we post "breaking news" of new activities/events we learn of throughout the week. We'll also keep you updated on lots of other news and we sometimes announce FB-only contests for our fans!

Now, here's what you can expect in the newsletter this week...

This Week in Macaroni Kid:

  • Congratulations to last week's contest winner: Barry S. (Comotomo Baby Bottles Contest)!! 
  • Last week, Macaroni Kid CEM had the pleasure of chatting with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's staff conductor, Jere Flint. Read our interview to learn more about the ASO's Family Concert Series and the upcoming performance of "The Remarkable Farkle McBride."
  • Learn some very simple ways your family can "Go Green" and save some money! You may be surprised how much you're spending!
  • Cloth diapering certainly has come a long way since our parents may have done it! Consider tossing out those disposable diapers and you will not only make an impact on the environment, but also on your wallet. Plus it's never been easier to make the switch!
  • Both Disney and Target stores are celebrating Earth Day by giving customers FREE reusable shopping bags on April 22! Find out how here.
  • April is National Autism Awareness Month so we certainly couldn't go without highlighting the importance of understanding this developmental disability. You think you may know everything there is about Autism, but do you know what not to say to parents of kids with Autism?
  • Mark your calendars because April 21 through April 29 is National Park Week and that means you and your family can visit this country's cultural treasures, historic places and some of the most beautiful places on this side of the hemisphere for FREE!
  • What's on the Macaroni Menu this week? Give this tasty Chickpea Burger a try - your family just might never want a regular hamburger again!
  • To keep the Earth Day theme going this week, we've got a cool craft made out of recyclable material you already have in your home - newspapers and magazines! Have fun making it with the kids and then take it outside to give it a spin!
  • If you're introducing your toddler to his ABCs or reinforcing the alphabet with your preschooler, you'll want to read our Macaroni Kid review of a new children's book called "Alphabet Animals All Around."

Finally, here's this week's list of "notable" holidays you may want to celebrate with friends and family:

  • April 16 is National Librarian Day
  • April 16 is National Stress Awareness Day
  • April 17 is Tax Day
  • April 18 is International Juggler's Day
  • April 20 is Volunteer Recognition Day
  • April 21-29 is Free Entrance at National Parks for National Park Week

Wishing you all a wonderful week and lots of Macaroni Love,

Roni


Win: Tickets to See Nunsense at The Legacy Theatre

Perfect for a Date Night or a Fun Night out with the Girls!

For three more weekends, five talented and zany nuns will sing, dance and act their way on to the stage as the smash-hit musical comedy, Nunsense, debuts at The Legacy Theatre in Tyrone (south Atlanta) now through May 6.

Nunsense opened in New York in 1985 and is the second longest running Off-Broadway show in history (seond only to The Fantasticks). It has won four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Best Off-Broadway Musical, been produced more than 5,000 times worldwide, and has been translated into 21 languages. 


Filled with ...

A Conversation with Jere Flint at Atlanta Symphony

The Atlanta Symphony Presents The Remarkable Farkle McBride

Last week, Macaroni Kid College Park-East Point-Morrow sat down with Jere Flint, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Staff Conductor to talk about the ASO's Family Concert Series and the upcoming production of "The Remarkable Farkle McBride" which he will be leading.

Mr. Flint has been with the the ASO for four decades. He's conducted children's concerts, pop concerts, is the conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra and also plays the cello.

Macaroni Kid CEM: There are some of readers who may not have yet attended an ...

Save $$ Growing and Going Green

Easy Money-Saving Tips

As a very young adult, I learned how to be conservative with energy out of necessity when I lived abroad in The United Kingdom. People dying from hypothermia trying to save on the high cost of heating their homes was something I had never heard of before as a young California girl.

They thought I was crazy for baking a potato in the oven and I thought they were completely insane to hang their wash in the cold, cloudy and rainy weather. The weather was cloudy 90% of the year ...

Cloth Diapering Has Come A Long Way Baby!

Financial and Environmental Benefits of Cloth Diapers

Every new parent knows one thing: they will change A LOT of diapers over the course of their child's early years. For today's parents the option to use cloth diapers is usually dismissed: "It's too much work," "who wants to do all that laundry," "it's not really any better for the environment."

But with a decade or two of advances in the style and manufacturing of cloth diapers, it's making a comeback in a big way. Today's parents are looking for an inexpensive, healthy ...

Dirtier Kids = Healthier, Happier Children?

Celebrate Earth Day with a Few Fun and Messy Ideas, and Some Dirty Kids

Dirt is a four-letter word to many parents, but letting kids get dirty is actually good for them according to a new report from the National Wildlife Federation, “The Dirt on Dirt: How Getting Dirty Outdoors Benefits Kids.”

Fears about dangers lurking in the muck – microbes, parasites and amoebas, oh my! – keep some parents from letting kids do what comes naturally, which is to go outside and get messy. But here’s a dirty little secret: children who spend the better part of their free time in the company of ...

Earth Day Books for Kids

There are many books that celebrate the earth and show you how to keep the earth clean and healthy. If you want to learn more about Earth Day, check out these kid-friendly books at your local library or book store.

Celebrating Earth Day (Circle the Year with Holidays), written by Janet McDonnell

Clifford's Spring Clean-Up, written by Norman Bridwell

Earth Day, written by Linda Lowery

Earth Day, written by Willma W. Gore

Every Day is Earth Day: A Craft Book (Holiday Crafts for Kids), written by Kathy Ross

For ...


What Not to Say to Parents of Kids with Autism

Families Share Tips, Sensitivities About Lack of Awareness

People can be cruel even when they don't mean to be. A disapproving look, careless reference, or impatient gesture directed at an individual with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or a member of their family can be as painful emotionally as any physical injury sustained.

Yet, despite the explosion of information on the Internet about autism, the disorder is still often misunderstood by many outside the autism community. New and sobering statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that one in every 88 children in ...

National Park Week April 21-29: Free Admission

Enjoy the Beauty and Wonder of Historic Places and Cultural Treasures for FREE!

The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America's national parks, invite people everywhere to enjoy, explore, learn, share, and give back to America's nearly 400 national parks during National Park Week 2012. 

Celebrating the theme, "Picture Yourself in a National Park," National Park Week will run from Saturday, April 21 through Sunday, April 29. Throughout the country, visitors can enjoy the beauty and wonder of 84 million acres of the world's most spectacular scenery, historic places and cultural treasures for FREE ...

Get FREE Reusable Bags at Target and Disney Stores

In Celebration of Earth Day, Target and Disney Stores Giving Away Reusable Bags on April 22

One of the easiest things your family can do to become more environmentally-friendly is stop using those plastic grocery bags every time you go to the store. Our family has cut down tremendously on the amount of plastic bags we bring home by using those heavy-duty reusable bags. We've got tons of different styles and sizes and they can hold a whole lot more than plastic. Here's your opportunity to stock up on some for FREE (we love FREE at Macaroni Kid)!!

Target

Stop in a local Target ...

Macaroni Review: Alphabet Animals All Around

Alphabet Book Entertains and is a Fun Read Aloud Book

With a preschooler running around the house, any opportunity we get to reinforce the alphabet in new and creative ways is extremely appreciated. So when I had the opportunity to review a children's book called, "Alphabet Animals All Around" I jumped at the chance.

This new book by author Natalie Cohen takes a different approach to teach children their ABCs. The book begins with a young wizard who gathers animals from A to Z and from all around the world into the book. Each animal discovered on every page ...


Macaroni Menu: Chickpea Burgers

Sauce:

6 oz fat free plain Greek yogurt, such as Fage or Oikos
1/4 cup shredded English cucumber
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp lemon juice

Burger:

2 15 oz cans chickpeas
1 red bell pepper
1 thick slice of red onion
handful flat leaf parsley
1/2 tsp cumin
cayenne pepper to taste
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup chickpea flour (substitute 1/4 cup bread crumbs for chickpea flour if you would like)
cooking spray

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 ...

Macaroni Made: Recycled Magazine Pinwheels

With Earth Day approaching, this week’s recycled craft is straight from those soon to be thrown out newspapers or magazines you have laying around in the house.

Let's make some spinning pinwheels - perfect for a sunny breezy day. It really does spin (on a perfectly sunny breezy day...the magazine pages are probably too thin to work on a real windy day).

Materials:

- Pages from old magazines or newspaper (we used magazines because the pages were not as thin as newspaper).
- Scissors
- Liquid glue
- Hole punch
- Crayons (optional ...

Congratulations!!!

And the winner is...

Barry S. won TWO Baby Bottles from Comotomo!

Congratulations and we hope your little one (s) enjoy the bottles!

Please let us know how your experiences were on our Facebook page as we're sure other Macaroni Kid CEM readers would love to know what our winners thought of their prizes!

All winners are chosen using random.org. 


This Week's Picks:

April 15th through April 20th

Sunday, April 15 through Sunday, June 3 - Georgia Renaissance Festival

The Georgia Renaissance Festival is the biggest celebration in the grandest realm since Camelot! Once inside the gates of their magnificent 16-Century Kingdom, you’ll find Knights in shining armor and Maidens Faire, King Henry VIII and his Court, jolly pubs and a 32-acre World Bazaar full of elaborate treasures created by artisans who also perform demonstrations of their crafts.
Where: 6905 Virlyn B Smith Rd, Fairburn
When: Weekends only and Memorial Day Monday.
Who: The whole family!
How: Purchase tickets
Cost: OPENING WEEKEND - Buy 1 Adult Ticket, Get 1 Free. Details online. Adults $19.95, Seniors (60) $17.95, Children (6-12) $8.95, children 5 and under are free.
For more info: www.garenfest.com  
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Thursday, April 19 through Sunday, May 27 - Peter Pan at the Center for Puppetry Arts

Read our Macaroni Review Here. The young and the young-at-heart will delight in this adaptation of J.M. Barries beloved children's book as amateur inventor Wendy Darling and her brothers, John and Michael, travel to Neverland with the impetuous Peter and his fairy companion, Tinkerbell. Adventures abound as the children romp with the Lost Boys, swim with mermaids, rescue the resourceful Princess Tigerlilly and battle the nefarious Captain Hook.
Where: Center for Puppetry Arts
1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta
When: Showtimes vary. Check website for details.
Who: The whole family!
How: Purchase tickets online at www.puppet.org or calling the ticket sales office at 404-873-3391.
Cost: Tickets are $9.25 for members and $16.50 for non-members. Show tickets include the Create-A-Puppet Workshop, where kids can make their own Cranky Crocodile Hand Puppet.
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Friday, April 20 through Sunday, May 6 - Nunsense

Make sure you enter this week's contest for TWO Tickets!! Staged as a fundraiser sponsored by the Little Sisters of Hoboken to raise money to bury sisters accidentally poisoned by the convent cook, sister Julia (Child of God), Nunsense has kept audiences in stitches for years! Wacky and outrageous with a hysterical anything goes sense of fun!

 
Where: Legacy Theatre
1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone
When: Friday performances at 8 PM, Saturday performances at 3 PM and 8 PM and Sunday performances at 3 PM
Who: For older children and adults. This play is rated PG.
How: Purchase tickets
Cost: $25 adults, $22 seniors, $15 children under 12 years.
For more info: (404) 895-1473 or www.thelegacytheatre.org
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Friday, April 20 - Movies Under the Stars

The movie "Charlotte's Web will be shown. This classic story based on the beloved book by E.B. White brings us the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider in the barn who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty.
Where: On the Hapeville football field, located behin the Hoyt Smith Center
3444 N. Fulton Avenue, Hapeville

* Rain location: Hoyt Smith Center Gym
When: 7:30 PM (Movie begins at dusk)
Who: The whole family. This movie is rated G.
How: Show up.
Cost: Free admission and parking.
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This Week's Calendar:

April 15th through April 22nd

Sunday, April 15 through Sunday, May 6 - Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog

  Read our Macaroni Review here. Board the Birdwell Island ferry and take a journey to the world of Clifford, the big red dog. The exhibit offers "paws-on" adventures that reinforce simple life lessons such as: Share, Work Together, Be Responsible, Be Truthful, Be Kind, Believe in Yourself, and Help Others.
Where: Imagine it! Children's Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta
When: Museum Hours
Who: The museum is recommended for children between the ages of 2 and 8.
How: Purchase tickets.
Cost: Admission is $12.75 plus tax for adults and children ages 2 and above. Children under 2 are free.  
For more info: www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org or call 404-659-KIDS (5437)
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Sunday, April 15 through Sunday, May 6 - Wildlife Rescue: Fernbank Museum

Read our review here. Discover how waterfowl are being saved from oil spills, become a "panda matchmaker," and see how orphaned elephant calves and baby orangutans are being raised and released back into the wild. Join the rescue efforts and experience the innovative science supporting these achievements.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta
When: Museum Hours. Check website for details.
Who: Fun for the family.
How: Purchase tickets.
Cost: Adult ticket prices are $17.50, students & seniors are $16.50, children 3-12 are $15.50. Children 2 and under and museum members are free.
For more info: www.fernbankmuseum.org or 404-929-6300.  
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Monday, April 16 - Mom's and Toddlers Storytime with Ms. Rhonda

Children's storytime
Where: Barnes and Noble (Camp Creek) 3685 Market Place Blvd, East Point
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Mom's and young children
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free
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Monday, April 16 - Family Monday Movie

The Movie "The Adventures of TinTin" will be shown.
Where: Forest Park Branch Library 696 Main Street, Forest Park
When: 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: This movie is rated PG.
How: Register in advance.
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-366-0850
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Tuesday, April 17 - Toddler Tuesdays

Storytime for toddlers.
Where: Southwest Branch Library 3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 1-3.
How: Just stop by!
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Tuesday, April 17 - Celebrating Spring Preschool Storytime

Children will enjoy stories, movement, and finger plays
Where: South Fulton Branch Library 4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-6
How: Stop by.
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-306-3092
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Tuesday, April 17 - Take Care of the Earth

Earth Day story fun and activities.
Where: East Point Branch Library 2757 Main Street, East Point
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 3-5
How: Reservation required.
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-762-4842
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Tuesday, April 17 - Preschool Storytime

Come and join Ms. Evette for stories, songs and fun with books. We will also talk about some early literacy tips to help our little ones become big readers.
Where: Fairburn Branch Library 60 Valley View Dr., Fairburn
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 5 and under.
How: Show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-306-3138
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Tuesday, April 17 - Storytime with Ms. Julie

Join Ms. Julie as she shares beloved classics and new favorites, along with a special activity at the end of each Storytime.
Where: Barnes and Noble 1939 Mount Zion Road, Morrow
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Children of all ages!
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free
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Tuesday, April 17 - Bouncing Bunny Storytime

Children will make a bunny craft celebrating the spring season.
Where: College Park Branch Library 3647 Main Street, College Park
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-6
How: Stop by!
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-762-4060
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Wednesday, April 18 - Whimsical Wednesdays

Preschool storytime.
Where: Southwest Branch 3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-5
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Wednesday, April 18 - Spread the Beauty - Earth Day Celebration

In celebration of Earth Day, children will explore how to make our world a more beautiful place.
Where: South Fulton Branch Library
4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 7-12
How: Stop by.
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-306-3092
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Wednesday, April 18 - Pajama-Rama Storytime

Come have fun with us while we explore new stories each week. You may wear your pajamas, bring a blanket or stuffed animal. Pajamas are not required.
Where: Headquarters Branch Library 865 Battle Creek Road, Jonesboro
When: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-473-3850
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Thursday, April 19 - Preschool Storytime

Stories, music, activities, fun, fun, fun! We'll introduce you to "Pete the Cat".
Where: Forest Park Branch Library 696 Main Street, Forest Park
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: All ages.
How: Call or email to register.
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-366-0850
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Thursday, April 19 - Preschool Storytime and Craft

Join Ms. Amanda for a movie, books and craft. Sing songs and play games.
Where: Riverdale Branch Library 420 Valley Hill Road. Riverdale
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-6
How: Just stop by!
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-472-8100
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Friday, April 20 - Native American Day

Long before the days of Scarlett and Rhett, Creek Indians inhabited the land that would become Stately Oaks. Spend a day with us for our annual celebration that honors the Native American ancestors of Clayton County. You and your family will have the opportunity to sample traditional foods, watch artisan demonstrations, hear the stories of the Creek people and listen to native music. All of these activities, and more, will take place in Stately Oak’s permanent Creek village.

Where: Stately Oaks Plantation
100 Carriage Lane, Jonesboro
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Come out!
Cost: Adults-$6, Seniors-$4, Children-$3. FREE admission with purchase of a house tour.
Children wearing a scouting uniform receive half price admission.
For more info: www.historicaljonesboro.com
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Friday, April 20 - Georgia Tech's Earth Day Celebration

Features 70 exhibitors, eco-friendly giveaways, recycling opportunities, a clothing swap, an office supply exchange, live music, and organic popcorn. This is one of the largest Earth Day celebrations in the southeast.
Where: Georgia Tech, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Show up
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.earthday.gatech.edu/
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Saturday, April 21 - 2nd Annual Dog and Pony Show

Enjoy a free admission, open to the public, fundraising event for Haven Hills Therapeutic Riding Center.

Full Program:
Dog Show Demonstrations (Obedience, Herding, tracking, agility, Frisbee, possibly)
Pony rides $5 each
Bake sale/Silent Auctions
Lunch available for Purchase
Vendors
Dog Costume Contest
Best Dog Trick Contest

Where: Haven Hills Therapeutic Riding Center
7580 Rivertown Road, Fairburn
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Show up
Cost: Free admission, open to the public.
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Saturday, April 21 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic: Game Show Chip Drop

Your child will love building this kit as much as playing this classic game show game! Bring your child to Lowe’s and they can build their own Game Show Chip Drop!
  
Where: Atlanta-area Lowes.
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Recommended for ages 6 through 10.
How: Register in advance.
Cost: Free
For more info: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com  
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Saturday, April 21 - Super Saturday's: Earth Day Grass Head

Celebrate Earth Day with this eco-friendly craft. Use it to teach about plant growth, photosynthesis and more! Also makes a cute little friend for the classroom or home!
Where: The School Box Store 1994 Mt. Zion Road, Morrow
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Kids
How: Just stop by!
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-477-4874
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Saturday, April 21 - To the Artic Opening Celebration at Fernbank Museum

Help us celebrate the opening of the new IMAX® film, To The Arctic. Bring your cubs and enjoy a variety of Arctic-themed activities, including:

An interactive demonstration with bubbles of all sizes, including bubbles inside other bubbles and bubbles ranging from tiny to big; Meet Lars the Polar Bear from the children’s’ book series, The Little Polar Bear; Learn how polar bears’ feet allow them to walk across ice and snow without slipping; Create your own snowflake to take home; and Cool science experiments.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Purchase museum admission tickets.
Cost: Member members and children 2 and under are FREE. Children 3-12 are $15.50, Adults are $17.50.
For more info: www.fernbankmuseum.org  
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Saturday, April 21 - Storytime with Ms. Rhonda

Join Ms. Rhonda for book reading.
Where: Barnes & Noble (CampCreek Marketplace) 3685 Market Place Blvd East Point, GA
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Preschoolers, elementary-age
How: Open to the public.
Cost: Free
For more info: (404) 349-0359
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Saturday, April 21 - Storytime with Ms. Julie

Join Ms. Julie as she shares beloved classics and new favorites, along with a special activity at the end of each Storytime.
Where: Barnes and Noble (Southlake) 1939 Mount Zion Road, Morrow
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Children
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-471-2227
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Saturday, April 21 - Shakespeare's Birthday Party

A family event to celebrate the 448th birthday of the world's greatest playwright! The day inlcudes arts and crafts, performances, jugglers, a bouncy house, music, a visit with the Queen, and of course, birthday cake!

Where: Georgia Shakespeare the campus of Oglethorpe University
4484 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Families (Recommended for children 3-12)
How: Show up!
Cost: Free
For more info: www.gashakespeare.org
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Saturday, April 21 - Earth Day Craft

Make an Earth Day craft.
Where: Southwest Branch Library
3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 5-7
How: Stop by.
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Sunday, April 22 - Earth Day Crafts for Kids

Ever wonder what to do with those empty Pringles chip cans? Bring them to the library to recycle into friendship bracelets and other crafts.
Where: Adams Park Branch Library 2231 Campbellton Rd, SW, Atlanta
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 8 and up.
How: Just stop by!
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-752-8763
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Teen Scene:

April 17th through April 21st

Tuesday, April 17 - Teen Zone Movie Night

The movie "Footloose" will be shown.
Where: Forest Park Branch Library 696 Main Street, Forest Park
When: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 13 and up. Parents this movie is rated PG-13.
How: Teens should register in advance.
Cost: Free
For more info: 404-366-0850
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Saturday, April 21 - 12th Semi-Annual College Prep Series - SAT/PSAT Testing

The free event is designed to help metro Atlanta students prepare for the SAT, PSAT, and ACT exams and navigate the college application process. It also is intended to give attendees an opportunity to get advice directly from testing and admissions experts.
Where: Benjamin E. Mays High School
3450 Benjamin E. Mays Drive, SW, Atlanta
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Open to all middle school and high school students in the Atlanta metro area.
How: Call 1-800-KAPTEST (1-800-527-8378) press #4 then #3 and give code number. To enroll online, visit www.kaptest.com/hsevents

Registration Code; SAT SKKH2079; PSAT PKKH2005
Cost: Free
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Saturday, April 21 - AIM for Healthy C.H.O.I.C.E.S

Join us at AIM for Healthy C.H.O.I.C.E.S. and discover your passion for a career in health sciences. The day will feature a student and mentor recruitment forum for National Job Shadowing Day including hands on workshops, exhibits, speakers, lunch, and a cooking demonstration. C.H.O.I.C.E.S is proud to participate in this event presented by Jack & Jill of America, Inc Greater North Atlanta Chapter and in partnership with Morehouse College Office of Health Professionals, Atlanta Public Schools Department of K-12 College & Career Readiness, and Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway.
Where: Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway Hotel
2020 Convention Center Concourse, Atlanta
When: 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Who: High school students
How: Advanced registration is required, visit www.aimforhealthychoices.eventbrite.com.
Cost: Free - Lunch will be provided.
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Plan Ahead:

April 22nd through April 28th

Sunday, April 22 - Party for the Planet

Join Zoo Atlanta for a wild, green bash for that poster planet for wildlife preservation and resource conservation – Earth! Recycle, reuse and re-imagine your view of our world with fun family activities, crafts, a super lineup of green exhibitors and more.
Where: Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave. SE Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Families who love the zoo!
How: Come on out!
Cost: Party for the Planet is FREE for Zoo Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission.
For more info: www.zooatlanta.org
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Monday, April 23 - Homeschool Day: Insect-O-Rama!

All about BUGS! Join us for a Spring bug hunt and discover amazing facts about the creatures you catch!  Learn to identify common insects, see them up close under the microscope, then set them free in the meadow.
Where: Cochran Mill Nature Center 6300 Cochran Mill Rd. , Palmetto
When: 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Homeschooled children in grades 1st through 12th (Lower grades will need parental assistance if attenting)        
How: RSVP if you are planning to attend! http://www.cochranmillnaturecenter.org/homeschool_day_rsvp.html
Cost: $5 per participant (children & parents), Members are $3 per participant. 
For more info: 770-306-0914
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Monday, April 23 - Military Family Appreciation Day at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta

Thanks to a donation from The Home Depot Foundation, the Museum will offer complimentary admission to military service members or veterans and p to three immediate family members.  
Where: 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., NW, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Geared towards children 8 and under.
How: Proper military identification will need to be shown to acquire the free admission.
Cost: Free
For more info: www.childrensmuseumofatlanta.org  
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Tuesday, April 24 - Teen Entrepreneur Workshop

Teens if you can't find a job, create your own. Presented by Literacy for Youth, this workshop will assist teens with the basics of starting their own summer/part time job.
Where: South Fulton Branch Library
4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City
When: 5:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Show up
Cost: Free
For more info: 770-306-3092
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Thursday, April 26 - Build a Bat House

A single bat can eat up to 800 bugs in one night! Build a home for the world's only flying mammal in preparation for this summer's mosquito population.
Where: Reynold's Nature Preserve 5665 Reynolds Road, Morrow
When: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Children 8 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
How: Pre-registration is required.
Cost: $12
For more info: 770-603-4188
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Saturday, April 28 - Mother-Son Date Knight - Truett's Grill (Morrow)

There are always lots of father-son activities, but now moms can get to spend some quality time with their sons at this very special event!
Where: Truett's Grill in Morrow
2042 Mt. Zion Road, Morrow
When: 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Moms and sons.
How: Make reservations online.
Cost: Free (excluding food purchases)
For more info: www.mothersondate.com
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Saturday, April 28 - Mother-Son Date Knight - Riverdale Dwarf House

There are always lots of father-son activities, but now moms can get to spend some quality time with their sons at this very special event!
Where: Riverdale Dwarf House
6549 Highway 85 S., Riverdale
When: 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Moms and sons.
How: Make reservations online
Cost: Free (excluding food purchases)
For more info: www.mothersondate.com
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