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June 3, 2012
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This Week in Macaroni Kid CEM

Covering Families and Communities in South Fulton and Clayton County!

SCHOOL IS OUT! And that means the kids are gearing up for summer camps and vacations, and parents are also looking to keep the family busy, busy, busy!

If you're one of those parents, then you've come to the right place. Macaroni Kid CEM has got you covered this summer. Remember to always check our calendar section every week to find fun things to do with the kids while they're out of school for the summer and in between camps and vacations!

Speaking of vacation, in the newsletter this week, we're kicking off the "unofficial" start of summer with lots of articles dedicated to VACATIONS!!!

Don't Let Rising Costs Limit Your Travels
Vacation and Travel, Kids With Food Allergies
Road Trip
Surviving Amusement Parks With The Kids

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

This Week in Macaroni Kid:

  • Congratulations to last week's contest winner: Rhonda B. (Little Learners Contest)  
  • In our contest this week, we've got something exciting! If you (or your older kids) are a fan of Zombie movies, you'll want to enter this week's giveaway for TWO tickets to "The Big Zombie Tour." The tour is offered by Atlanta Movie Tours, which opened March 2012, and gives you an insider's look at all of the cool places around the city where lots of Zombie movies have been filmed!  
  • We've got two Macaroni Reviews for you this week that you won't want to miss: P.J. Tuttles Party Decor & Cakes and "The Big Adventure" exhibit at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta. Speaking of the museum, Macaroni Kid will be hosting a Macaroni Kid Day on June 24 there. Come to the museum on that day and you'll receive $3 off each admission ticket PLUS you'll be entered into a Macaroni Kid contest for a FREE Annual Family Membership!
  • Atlanta's South Side Amusement Park, Dixieland Fun Park in Fayetteville is now Fun Junction USA! With the new name change also comes some other family-friendly changes to the park. Find out what they're up to this summer season!
  • Keep your high school students reading even while schools out, with this summer reading list!
  • Last week we published our list of great markets in South Atlanta that where you can get fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables and lots more! This week we have a list of places south of the city where you can bring the entire family for free summer movies!
  • On our Macaroni Menu  last week we provided you with a recipe for a breakfast power smoothie . This week, we've got a refreshing and delicious frosty Orange Delight drink you're going to want to make all summer long! From our Macaroni Made , if you're not a lover of dirt, but would still like the experience of growing vegetables with your kids, find out how to make an edible "No Dig Garden" this week.

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

  • June 4 is Hug Your Cat Day
  • June 7 is National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
  • June 8 is Best Friend Day
  • June 9 is Donald Duck Day
  • June 10 is Ice Tea Day

 Wishing you all a great week,

Roni


WIN: TWO Tickets to The Big Zombie Tour

Atlanta Movie Tours

***WINNER: Janet M.***

I've lived in Atlanta for six years and before that had visited many times. I knew it was home to Margaret Mitchell and everything "Gone With The Wind, " the World's Busiest Airport, the World's Largest Aquarium, the largest farmers' market of its kind, and beautiful trees and rolling hills!

Yet, I had absolutely no idea Atlanta was home to a long line of ZOMBIES!

I recently spoke to the "Head Television Fanatic" from the recently opened Atlanta Movie Tours who told me that Atlanta ...


Don't Let Rising Costs Limit Your Travels

Make Saving for Vacation a Little Easier

American families take an average of 4.5 trips every year. This year, it might be harder to do that, since the most recent Travel Price Index rose 3.6 percent year over year. This is primarily a result of rising gas prices, but lodging is getting more expensive as well. 

"Summer road trips and holiday flights home to see family are part of the fabric of this country," said Kara Kaiser, Regional President, M&I, a part of BMO Financial Group. "With a little advance planning and budgeting, families ...


Vacation and Travel, Kids with Food Allergies...

It Can Be Done!

Travel season is fast approaching, and for parents of children with food allergies and asthma, a family vacation can become a huge challenge.

Brigette Polmar calls herself "Allergy Mom." She and her husband have two children and one has serious allergies. Her son is allergic to five different things with varying degrees of severity. Some are food allergies and some are environmental, such as dust mites, dogs and cats.  

Brigette and her family do travel and she says, "As an allergy mom, I never fully relax on vacation."

Dr. Jiun ...


Free Local Summer Movies

Don't Forget to Bring Your Blanket, Chairs and Snacks!

Now that kids are out of school, parents are looking to find summer movies to help keep kids entertained!

Here's our list of local venues hosting FREE summer movies that the entire family can enjoy together!

Clayton County Movies in the Park

June 9 (Soul Surfer) Flat Shoals Park, 1914 Flat Shoals Road, Riverdale
July 28 (Cars 2) Panhandle Park
August 11 (Toy Story 3) International Park (The Beach)
September 15 (Yogi Bear) Gerald Matthews Complex

Location: Please note locations vary.
Time: Dusk

Friday Night Flicks (East Point)
June ...


Road Trip!!

Create a Fantastic Summer Full of Memories for the Whole Family!

June is here, which means summer is here. One may go into a panic with the thought of "What will I do with my children this summer and how can we build lasting memories?" We here at Macaroni Kid believe that slow and steady wins the race and have a few suggestions for how to calm the panic and create fantastic summer memories for the whole family.

Take a Day Trip
Short, day-trip excursions over summer vacation are a fabulous way to break the day-to-day monotony. To find a location ...

Surviving Amusement Parks with the Kids!

We spent the beginning part of the week at Cedar Point, so here are a few tips for you if you travel there (or any other amusement park, really) with your little ones this summer! 

  1. Plan your arrival time accordingly; lots of people do Cedar Point in a day; this is fine with teenagers, but with little kids, I wouldn’t recommend it.  We only spent one day at the park, but drove there the day before, and left the day after.  This let us wake up and get to ...

Goodbye Dixieland, Hello Fun Junction

Now Offering Flexible Family Pricing

After having served South Atlanta for over 20 years, Dixieland Fun Park has been renamed Fun Junction USA.  In addition to a new name, the Park boasts a new management team, a new pricing structure for all attractions that eliminates entrance fees, and a new direction. The new management also has initiated several renovation projects, and is planning new attractions for the future.

NEW Flexible Family Admission Pricing Options

$20.00 PER GUEST (INCLUDES ONE GO CART TICKET)
The Fun Pass grants the purchaser entry into Fun Junction USA and ...

Macaroni Review: P.J. Tuttles Party Decor & Cakes

Special Macaroni Kid Discount Offer and Code!

I love to throw a good party or event! Well, actually I enjoy the planning part far more than the party itself (I'm usually exhausted by the time that rolls around to actually have fun!). While it was a lot of work and something I'm not entirely anxious to repeat anytime soon, my thrill of party planning was one of the reasons I did have fun planning my daughter's 3rd birthday festivity earlier this year!

But to be honest, I think the hardest part was deciding on ...


Macaroni Review: The Big Adventure!

New Exhibit at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta

Yes, my little girl missed Clifford after he packed up his friends from Birdwell Island and left Imagine It! The Children's Museum. But she was also happy to say "HELLO" to their new exhibit "The Big Adventure"!

If you've got a climber, tumbler, or explorer at home, now's the time to head to the Children's Museum in downtown Atlanta and let him or her burn off a little steam! The Big Adventure, on display through September 3, will keep kids active and having fun.

We went ...


It's Macaroni Kid Day at Imagine It! in Atlanta!

Get $3 off Each Admission Ticket, Chance to Win Annual Family Membership!

Get ready to have some fun ALL DAY with Macaroni Kid at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta!

Sunday, June 24 is Macaroni Kid Day at the Museum and we're going to help your little ones have a great time while saving you a little money too!

Bring the family and enjoy tons of activities for the kids! In addition to all of their existing year-round exhibits, such as the giant paint wall, grocery store, and forest where kids can try their hand at fishing for the ...

Summer Reading List for 9th Grade and Up

Recommended Reading for Your Teens!

Yes, it's June and school's out, but that doesn't mean it's time to put away those books until August. If you are looking for some fun summer reading to help your high school student lose him or herself in a book here are some suggestions from the Hapeville Branch Library!


A Million Suns (Across the Universe Book Two) by Beth Revis
In her second novel in the Across the Universe trilogy, Revis takes the reader on a journey into another time and world. This book is ...

Save $$ on Spivey Hall Music Summer Camp!

Macaroni Kid Readers Save 10% on Registration!

Guess what! Our friends at Spivey Hall are giving YOU, our Macaroni Kid readers a SPECIAL DISCOUNT off their Summer Music Camp!

Sign up for camp, which runs June 11-June 15 and receive 10% off of your registration!

If your kids are entering the 4th through 7th grades, LOVE music and have an interest in developing their skills, this camp is for them!

Students will sing, play Orff instruments and tone chimes, folk dance and learn basic piano skills! Their week will culminate in a PUBLIC performance in the world-famous ...


Macaroni Menu: Orange Delight

Frosty Summer Drink Kids Will LOVE!

For kids, the summer season means a lot of fun in the sun and frosty summer drinks in the rising temperatures. While summer drinks can be concocted in a variety of ways, they are so easy to prepare that even kids can have this as a hobby during their summer vacation. Here is a recipe for a frosty summer drink that your kids will love to chill out to!

Ingredients
2 (12 ounce) cans of frozen orange juice concentrate
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 ...


Macaroni Made: No Dig Garden!

Media over stimulates our children with advertising for fast food and unhealthy snacks. One of the best lessons you can give is how to create and grow their own food from a garden. These projects will teach nutrition, recycling and organic gardening.
Children are continually bombarded with advertising for fast food and unhealthy treats. One of the most important lessons you can teach them is how to tend and grow their own food from the garden.

Growing Bean Shoots are one of the quickest edible things to grow. In a ...


Congratulations!!!

And the winner is...

Rhonda B. who won a set of adorable children's books from Little Learners! Congratulations to you!!

Please let us know how your experiences were with these products 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. 


Macaroni Reader "Thank Yous"

If you won tickets, a product or service from Macaroni Kid CEM, we'd love for you to tell us how much you loved it! :-)

Let us know...our readers (and our sponsors) would love to know your experiences.


Would YOU Like to Be A Macaroni Kid Publisher Too?

Are you, or do you have a friend who might be, interested in becoming a Macaroni Kid Publisher? We are currently looking for a new publisher to take over the Macaroni Kid edition in Conyers-Stockbridge (Henry County) and also a publisher in Douglas County.

Macaroni Kid Publisher Moms develop content, publish their newsletter and website and keep all of the local advertising revenue and other publisher perks (free tickets to events, discounted travel, and more). The monthly hosting fee is very modest and the perks are great! I LOVE being ...


This Week's Picks:

June 3rd through June 12th

Sunday, June 3 through Monday, September 3 - The Scoop on Poop at The Fernbank Museum

READ OUR MACARONI KID REVIEW. Fish do it, frogs do it, pythons, eagles, and elephants do it, yet poop is one of those subjects we find difficult to talk about with a straight face. Listen in on a bear's digestive system, learn the language of poop in countries around the world, examine fecal samples in a veterinarian's lab, compete in dung beetle races, track wild animals by clues left in scat, and see how long it takes an elephant to poop their body weight in this fascinating exhibition that reveals what we can learn about animals by examining what they leave behind.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta
When: n/a
Who: Families
How: Show up, purchase tickets.
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for members. Adults, $17.50, students and seniors $16.50children 3-12 $15.50, children 2 and under FREE.  
For more info: www.fernbankmuseum.org
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Tuesday, June 5 through Sunday, June 10 - Cinderella at the Center for Puppetry Arts

Travel back to the 18th century with this stylish musical adaptation of the beloved French fairy tale in which self confidence and a little magic go a long way to help Cinderella achieve her dreams. Fanciful puppets have a ball in this enchanting show that celebrates strength of character and the joy of dancing.

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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 Carriage Horse Rod Puppet.
For more info: www.puppet.org
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Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, September 16 - The Big Adventure at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta

 Your summer adventure starts now! Fly through the air, explore tunnels, rock climb, and cross a river in The Big Adventure. This exhilarating challenge game is full of action-packed excitement and great for young minds and bodies. The Big Adventure gives children the opportunity to test their abilities, both mentally and physically!
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. ***NOTE*** May 26 is Fulton County Family Day. Fulton County residents can buy one admission ticket and receive one additional general admission ticket for free!
For more info: www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org or call 404-659-KIDS (5437)
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Tuesday, June 12 - Cow and Canvas at Truett's Grill in Morrow

Every Tuesday in June, come in for "Cow & Canvas" painting class.
Where: Truett's Grill in Morrow
2042 Mt. Zion Road, Morrow
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Adults and kids
How: There are 10 spots per class and reservations are required.
Cost: $20 per person which includes a Combo Meal #1 and painting supplies.
For more info: www.truettsgrill.com
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This Week's Calendar:

June 3rd through June 17th

Sunday, June 3 through Monday, September 3 - To the Artic IMAX Film at Fernbank Museum

Read our review HERE. IMAX® film, To The Arctic. Take an extraordinary journey to the top of the world for a story of love, family and survival in the harshest place on Earth.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta
When: Check website for movie times. Runs 45 minutes.
Who: Families
How: Purchase tickets online or by calling 404.929.6400.
Cost: Ticket prices are: Adults, $13; Students, $12; Children 3-12, $11; Children 2 and under are FREE.

Members can save up to 40% off of IMAX tickets. 
For more info: www.fernbankmuseum.org  
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Monday, June 4 - 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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Tuesday, June 5 - Dream Big - Summer Reading Kickoff

Sign up for Summer Reading and enjoy fun activities.
Where: East Point Branch Library
2757 Main Street, East Point
When: 9:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-12
How: Stop by!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4842
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Tuesday, June 5 - Dream Big Storytelling

Children's librarian will bring the joy of reading through storytelling and crafts.
Where: South Fulton Branch Library 4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 5-12
How: Stop by.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-306-3092
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Tuesday, June 5 through Tuesday, August 14 - Preschool Storytime

Children will enjoy stories, songs and various crafts throughout the summer.
Where: Hapeville Branch Library
525 King Arnold Street, Hapeville
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 2-5
How: Reservations required.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4065
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Tuesday, June 5 - Ms. Sherry's Story & Craft Series

Ms. Sherry is a talented librarian/children's entertainer. Don't miss her "StoryCraft" series featuring some great Dream Big READ stories and related simple arts & crafts activities. 
Where: Jonesboro Branch Library 124 Smith Street, Jonesboro
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Ages 3 to 8.
How: Register early, space is limited.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-478-7120
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Tuesday, June 5 - 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, June 5 - Author Mona Scott: Micah's Book of Affirmations

Author Mona Scott will read her book about self-confidence for children.
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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Tuesday, June 5 - Bring Your Baby Matinee

It’s a play date for parents just like you! Catch the blockbusters you want to see on the first Tuesday of every month, shown in a baby-friendly environment.
  • Brighter lights
  • Lower volume
  • Breastfeeding, stroller parking and crying babies are permitted!

This Month: What To Expect When You're Expecting

MPAA Rating: PG-13.
Where: AMC Southlake 24
7065 Mount Zion Circle, Morrow
When: 12:00 PM
Who: Moms with babies
How: Purchase movie ticket.
Cost: Matinee
For more info: http://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/amc-southlake-24
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Tuesday, June 5 - Summer Reading Kickoff

Join us for our annual Summer Reading Kickoff.
Where: Adams Park Branch Library 2231 Campbellton Rd, SW, Atlanta
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 9-13.
How: Just stop by!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-752-8763
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Wednesday, June 6 - Lingual Kids

Children will enjoy Spanish songs, a bilingual story and interactive activity.
Where: Southwest Branch Library
3665 Cascade Road, S.W., Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages.
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Wednesday, June 6 - Campfire Tales

This will be a silly, spooky, weird and wild way to spend your summer with Ms. Bridges reading and telling stories from many different places and times. Come and hear a tale or two, and you just might learn something too.
Where: Fairburn Branch Library 60 Valley View Dr., Fairburn
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 4 and up.
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-306-3138
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Wednesday, June 6 - Community Health Fair

Come to this free health fair co-sponsored by Amerigroup and take advantage of free initial health screenings, tests, games, and lots of free information. Various health-affiliated groups will be participating in this free event.
Where: Headquarters Branch Library
865 Battle Creek Road, Jonesboro
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Fun for the whole family!
How: Stop by!
Cost: FREE! 
For more info: 770-473-3850
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Wednesday, June 6 - A Visit with Smokey the Bear

Smokey the Bear and his friend will tell us about saving our environment.
Where: East Point Branch Library 2757 Main Street, East Point
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Ages 4-12
How: Reservation required.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4842
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Wednesday, June 6 - Summer Reading Kickoff

Children will enjoy a magic show by D'Avante Parks celebrating this year's Summer Reading theme, Dream Big!
Where: Hapeville Branch Library 525 King Arnold Street, Hapeville
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4065
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Wednesday, June 6 - Build A Bat House

A single bat can eat up to 800 bugs in one night! Build a home for these unique winged mammals in preparation for mosquito season!

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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Wednesday, June 6 through Wednesday, August 8 - Dream Big Wednesday Movie - The Secret World of Arietty

Enjoy a family movie every Wednesday on our big screen as part of our "Dream Big, Read" Summer Reading Program. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks from home.
Where: Morrow Branch Library
6225 Maddox Road, Morrow
When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: This movie is rated PG.
How: Advanced registration required due to limited space.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-366-7749
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Wednesday, June 6 - 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, June 7 - 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, June 7 - Storyteller Tracy Walker: Tracy Tales

Participate in these interactive stories for younger listeners that integrate movement, song and rhyme. Tracy Walker is a funny and original storyteller who works as a Youth Services Specialist. She is a member of the National Storytelling Network, the Youth Educators and Storytellers Alliance, and the Southern Order of Storytellers.
Where: Morrow Branch Library
6225 Maddox Road, Morrow
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: For all ages.
How: Advance registration is required due to limited space.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-366-7749
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Thursday, June 7 - Jonesboro Library Presents "Nojoe's Clown Circus"

This is a funtastic show that your children will be a part of, featuring “Lovey” the Clown! Children of all ages will roar with laughter when “Lovey” the Clown comes into the circus ring!
Where: Please note that this program will be held in the cafeteria at LEE STREET ELEMENTARY right next door to the Jonesboro Branch Library; 178 Lee St. Jonesboro, GA 30236.
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: All ages.
How: Space is limited, registration is required.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-478-7120
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Thursday, June 7 - Big Top Circus Craft

Children will make circus animal puppets.
Where: College Park Branch Library
3647 Main Street, College Park
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 3-7
How: Show up!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4060
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Friday, June 8 - Dream Big Movie

The movie, "Puss in Boots" will be shown. Way before he ever met Shrek, the legendary Puss in Boots goes on an heroic journey, teaming up with mastermind Humpty Dumpty and the street-savvy Kitty Softpaws, to steal the famed Goose that lays the golden eggs. Even cats have big dreams!
Where: Headquarters Branch Library
865 Battle Creek Road, Jonesboro
When: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Families and Kids. Parents this movie is rated PG.
How: Advance registration is needed due to limited space and seating.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-473-3850
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Friday, June 8 - Friday Night Flicks

The movie Rio will be shown.

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Where: The Amphitheater at the Riverdale Town Center
7200 Church Street, Riverdale
When: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic basket!
Cost: FREE!!
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Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, June 10 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic: Monkey Powered Plane


DreamWorks is flying into Lowe’s this Summer! Your child will love building this Monkey Powered Plane straight from the Madagascar movies!
Where: Atlanta-area Lowes.
When: Saturday clinic begins at 10 a.m. Sunday clinic begins at 2 p.m.
Who: Recommended for ages 6 through 10.
How: Register in advance.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com  
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Saturday, June 9 - Children's Creation Station

Children and families are invited to join Arts Clayton Gallery for 'Creation Station.' Special art projects will include creating a water color masterpiece.
Where:
Arts Clayton Gallery
136 South Main Street, Jonesboro
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (All Day Event.)
Who: Families
How: Show up.
Cost: $5 per child. Admission to the Gallery is FREE.
For more info: http://www.artsclayton.org/gallery/
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Saturday, June 9 - Super Saturday's: Sidewalk Chalk Art

Time to create some art outside! The canvas is our sidewalks and the artists are you! Join us as we proudly display our sidewalk chalk craetions!
Where: The School Box Store (ALL LOCATIONS)
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Kids
How: Just stop by!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: http://schoolbox.com
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Saturday, June 9 - Monsuno Monster Power Tour

Fans of Monsuno Toys and Monsuno: World master, the action-packed TV show featured on Nicktoons, are invited to Lenox Square where experts will be on hand in Macy's Court to teach insider tips and tricks to maximize their Monsuno Toy experience. Learn how to launch, spin and battle your Monsuno products and enter to win freebies, special discount coupons and much more!
Where: Lenox Square - Macy's Court
3393 Peachtree Road, Atlanta
When: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Who: Monsuno Toy Enthusiasts
How: Stop by to mingle with Monsuno Toy experts and try your hand at new battling techniques and more!
Cost: FREE and open to the public.
For more info: 404-365-8860  
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Saturday, June 9 - 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, June 9 - Poised Youth: Etiquette Training

This etiquette training will teach your child:
  • Common Courtesy
  • How to Respect Adults
  • Proper Introductions & Greeting Guests
  • Teamwork Skills
  • How to Support & Encourage Others
  • Caring & Sharing
  • How to Make Friends
  • Dining Etiquette
Where: Morrow Branch Library 6225 Maddox Road, Morrow
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Children ages 7-10
How: Register in advance
Cost: FREE! 
For more info: www.decorumgroup.org
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Saturday, June 9 - 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, June 9 - The Sky Tonightat Fernbank Planetarium

Presented live by a Fernbank astronomer, this is a guided tour through the constellations, planets and events of the current evening sky.
Where: Fernbank Science Center
156 Heaton Park Dr., Atlanta
When: 11:00 AM
Who: The whole family.
How: Show Up; Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cost: Adults - $4, Children - $3
For more info: 678-874-7102

 

 
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Saturday, June 9 - Summer Reading Kickoff

Children will enjoy celebrating the beginning of the Summer Reading Program with fun, food and games.
Where: College Park Branch Library
3647 Main Street, College Park
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 0-12
How: Show up!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-762-4060
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Saturday, June 9 - An Evening of Soul and Jazz at Wolf Creek Amphitheater

Entertainers slated to perform: Grammy Award Nominee Angie Stone, Jazz Violinist Ken Ford, Trumpeter Milkshake and Host, MC Lightfoot.
Where: Wolf Creek Amphitheater
3025 Merk Road, Atlanta
When: 7:00 PM (Gates open at 5:00 PM)
Who: Jazz enthusiasts
How: Purchase tickets. Additionally patrons are permitted to bring food and alcoholic beverages to the venue for this concert.
Cost: General admission tickets start at $35.
For more info: Tickets are available at all Ticket Master Outlets. For more information, log on to www.ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-745-3000 or visit www.wolfcreekamphitheater.com or call (404)613-9653
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Saturday, June 9 - Union City Movies by Moonlight

The film "Courageous" will be shown. Four men, one calling: To serve and protect. As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, David Thomson, and Shane Fuller are confident and focused. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.
Where: Ronald Bridges Park in Union City
When: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Moviegoers are welcome to bring picnic baskets, food and snacks but no glass containers can be brought into the Park.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: (770) 964-2288
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Saturday, June 9 - Movies in the Park

The movie "Soul Surfer" will be shown.
Where: Flat Shoals Park
1915 Flat Shoals Road, Riverdale
When: 9:00 PM (Movie will begin at dusk 9:00pm.)
Who: Families
How: Bring your blankets and snacks.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-996-3444
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Sunday, June 17 - Atlanta Audobon Society Bird Walk

Bring your binoculars for this gentle hike through the park's Power of Flight area. Basic identification techniques and common birds will be discussed. We recommend long pants and sleeves. Donations of birdseed are appreciated.
Where: Panola Mountain State Park
2600 Highway 155, SW, Stockbridge
Meet at the Alexander Lake Area
When: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: All ages.
How: Register in advance. Long pants and sleeves are recommended.
Cost: FREE, $5 parking
For more info: 770-389-7801
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Teen Scene:

June 4th through June 7th

Monday, June 4 - Smart Girls for Life - a Life Skills Program

Young girls will participate in an eight-part session and learn Personal and Professional Skills. Workshop presented by Joyce Averils.
Where: Southwest Branch Library
3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 12-18
How: Show up
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Tuesday, June 5 - Fulton County 4H and the Fulton County Cooperative Extension: Fun with Team Building

Come join the fun and learn team-building skills.
Where: Southwest Branch 3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 12-18
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Tuesday, June 5 - Teen Zone Movie Night

The movie "John Carter" will be shown. ". . . swashbuckling inter-planetary adventure based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' first book in the John Carter series, A Princess of Mars" in which there is ". . .an overriding message that there's a particular honor to being selfless, even if it puts your own life in danger."
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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Tuesday, June 5 - eCampus Game Night

Join the fun with an eCampus competition between groups to find out who will be the "Ruler or the Night." These games will put your mind to the test. Parents and teens can find out who has the skill and knowledge to "Own the Night."
Where: Fairburn Branch Library
60 Valley View Drive, Fairburn
When: 6:00 PM
Who: Ages 11 and up.
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-306-3138
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Wednesday, June 6 - Fit for Fun

Teens and tweens come enjoy learning fun, toning and fitness dance steps with Ms. Ari, certified fitness instructor.
Where: Southwest Branch Library 3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 12-18.
How: Just stop by!
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 404-699-6363
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Thursday, June 7 - Own the Night Craft, Who Are You? Creat Your Dream Board

Who are you? What are your dreams? What makes you special? Create a collage using a photo, magazines, construction paper, decorative paper and markets to represent yourself.
Where: South Fulton Branch Library
4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Teens and tweens
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: 770-306-3092
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Plan Ahead:

June 12th through July 31st

Tuesday, June 12 - Target Free Tuesday: An Afternoon of Play

Target Free Second Tuesday is a special opportunity for families with young children to visit Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta and experience the Museum for FREE!!. 
Free admission is made possible through the generous support of Target. 
Where: Imagine It! Children's Museum of Atlanta
275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, NW, Atlanta
When: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Designed for children 8 and under.
How: The free tickets are available starting at 1 PM. Tickets are issued on a first come, first served basis as Museum capacity permits.  

Cost: FREE!!
For more info: www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org
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Friday, June 15 - Movies Under the Stars

The movie "Zoo Keeper" will be shown. In Zookeeper, the animals at the Franklin Park Zoo love their kindhearted caretaker, Griffin Keyes. Finding himself more comfortable with a lion than a lady, Griffin decides the only way to get a girl in his life is to leave the zoo and find a more glamorous job. The animals, in a panic, decide to break their time-honored code of silence and reveal their biggest secret, they can talk! To keep Griffin from leaving, they decide to teach him the rules of courtship, animal style.
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: Families. This movie is rated PG.
How: Show up.
Cost: FREE admission and parking.
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Saturday, June 16 - Tree Top Excursions: Introduction Climb

Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. One group will start at 1PM; another group will start at 3PM. Please arrive 15 minutes before each program. 
Where: Panola Mountain State Park
2600 Highway 155, SW, Stockbridge
When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Adults and children at least 8 years of age.
How: Register in advance.
Cost: $15 plus $5 parking
For more info: 770-389-7801
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Friday, June 22 - Friday Night Flicks Outdoor Movie Series

The movie "Puss in Boots" will be shown. Free Activities for the kids beginning 60 minutes before the start of the movie.
Puss In Boots
Where: 2757 East Point Street
Across from the East Point City Hall and one block from the East Point MARTA station.
When: Movie will be shown at Dusk, arrive ahead of time and claim your space!
Who: The entire family
How: Bring a blanket, folding chairs and your friends and family and enjoy a movie after dining at one of our the local Downtown Restaurants. Light Concessions (like Popcorn & Sodas) will be available for purchase!
Cost: FREE admission and free parking.
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Friday, July 27 - Super WHY Live: You’ve Got the Power!

Super WHY Live brings to life Super Why, Alpha Pig, Wonder Red, Princess Presto and their puppy pal Woofster, who each take children on larger-than-life, imagination-stimulating adventures.  With help from the audience, the characters embark on magical, out-of-this-world journeys to explore what they’ve always wanted to be – from a ship’s captain to a rock star and more!  While singing, dancing and interacting with the characters on stage along the way, pint-sized fans (and parents, alike!) discover who really has the power to make dreams come true!
Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Atlanta
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Everyone who loves the Super Readers!
How:
Tickets on sale now! http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0E00489B9B717700?artistid=1726814&majorcatid=10003&minorcatid=23
Cost:
$20.50 - $38.50 plus applicable fees. VIP Meet & Greet packages are available.
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Tuesday, July 31 - The Wiggles! Live in Concert

The Wiggles summer tour will reunite Anthony, Jeff and Murray with Yellow Wiggle Greg Page as they perform together again for the first time in five years. Come “Follow the Leader” and dance the “Hot Potato” with The Wiggles, Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and all the Wiggly Dancers when they are Getting Strong in Atlanta!
Where: Fox Theatre in Atlanta
When: Two Shows 2:30 PM and 6:30 PM
Who: Everyone who loves The Wiggles!
How: Purchase tickets through Ticketmaster locations (www.ticketmaster.com) or by calling 800-745-3000.
Cost: Prices range from $15.00 - $75.50. $75.50 tickets in the Wiggles VIP section are limited, and will include the best seats in the house, an exclusive gift, an activity sheet and a chance to dance along with The Wiggles themselves.
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Spring time means it's that time of year to start heading to our local Farmers' Markets for fresh, locally grown and perhaps organic produce, fruits and vegetables. If you're like me, you love to walk around the stalls and talk to the growers about their products (maybe even try to do a little haggling since that's not something you can do at the large grocery chains)!

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