Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in atlanta, GA

Room to Run - Great Outdoor Places to Run Around

March 24, 2009

With the weather being so nice recently it's hard to imagine being cooped up inside!  It's a magical time of year; the weather is beautiful, yet the pollen hasn't completely taken over and attacked our sinuses and it's not too hot to be outside.

So why not take advantage and get out and run around.

Some of our favorite outside destinations when you just have to get out and run around....

1. East Cobb Park in Marietta.  I love this park.  Not only is there a fantastic playground and picnic facilities, but there is room to run, ride bikes, play soccer or football or cricket... it's fantastic.

2. Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw.  Still growing and being developed, but this park has great playgrounds for toddlers and big kids, lots of fields, walking & bike paths and plenty of open fields for flying kites!

3. Red Top Mountain in Cartersville.  Walk the trails, play on the playground and in the summer splash in the lake.  This Georgia State Park is one of our favorite weekend destinations!

4. Piedmont Park. More walking and biking trails, fishing, playgrounds and just a great place in the city to escape!

5. Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Not only is the Children's Garden amazing, but you'll have fun looking around and playing hide and seek in the Garden's other areas as well.  Just because you have kids, doesn't mean you have to limit yourself to the Children's Garden. And with an amazing new expansion due to open this spring, it's sure to be a great place to run around!

So, get out, enjoy the beautiful weather and make sure those kids get their fresh air and exercise!  Do you have a favorite?  Please share!  Read more...

Keep Them Busy (and active) During the Break at Southern-Prep!

by Mimi Jenkins

December 17, 2008

Sam, my three year old, had his last day of school yesterday.  Now he's home for three weeks and we're faced with finding something to do for a week.  That's when Josh, my 2nd grader breaks up, and shortly thereafter, Rich, my husband, will be off as well. I know I'm not alone and at least one or two of you are in the same boat as me.  Trying to find something fun to do.   Luckily, I  Read more...

Put Your Dancing Shoes On

by Mimi Jenkins

September 29, 2008

There's no doubt that kids love to dance and listen to music.  Not only is it fun to let your hair down and cut a rug with your preschooler, it's great exercise and helps develop coordination.  And there is some research to suggest that music makes your kids smarter.  You could sign up for a dancing class at your neighborhood community center or music and play place like the Little Gym ,  Read more...

It Takes Two, or More... Fun Things to do With a Friend

by Mimi Jenkins

September 23, 2008

Today is List Day and the topic is fun things to do with friends. I know we all need some alone time, but doing things with a friend is always so much more fun. 1. Take a Class . There are so many classes offered in Atlanta and surrounds. Almost every place I've been has some sort of class or activity for preschoolers. Not sure where to start? How about your local parks and recreation  Read more...

Playgrounds: The Atlanta Preschoolers Social Hot Spot. Five best playgrounds in Atlanta

by Mimi Jenkins

September 09, 2008

When you're a new stay at home mom (or dad) or just trying to get out and let your kids have some social interaction with other kids trying to find the right fit can be hard. I do belong to two local mom's groups. One is part of my HOA community and the other is a " Meet-up " group for mom's in my area. These have been pretty much a lifesaver for me and my kids in allowing us to meet  Read more...