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

Monthly Recap, Did you miss these

by Mimi Jenkins

December 31, 2008

Yesterday I highlighted my favorite posts from 2008 . It was a lot of fun going back and revisiting some of the older posts. There's so much going on around the city! Today's post is some of my favorites from December. There's been a lot going on in our city this month! Most of the activities and things to do are seasonal -- some Atlanta traditions, others were new for the year! Looking  Read more...

The City in Lights

by Mimi Jenkins

December 23, 2008

One thing we always do on Christmas Eve is drive around the neighborhoods and look at the Christmas lights.  Holiday lights are not limited to houses and neighborhoods! Here are some of the best light displays in the city....

1. Fantasy in Lights - Callaway Gardens.

2. Magical Night of Lights - Lake Lanier Islands.
 
3. Stone Mountain Christmas - Stone Mountain Park.
4. Holiday Lights Display - Pettit Creek Farms.
5. Lights of Life - Life University.

6. Holiday In Lights -- Centennial Olympic Park.

No matter which you choose, you're sure to be delighted!

The start and end times vary slightly, but tend to start when it's dark.  They generally run from about 6 PM - 10 PM or 11 PM.

Have fun and enjoy the lights.  Read more...

Stress Free Travel With Kids During the Holidays

by Mimi Jenkins

December 22, 2008

Did you happen to see yours truly on CW69's Focus Atlanta yesterday?  I was sharing Savvy tips on stress free travel with kids during the holidays. I can't tell you how many times I've traveled with my kids.  My oldest took his first international flight when he was just 2 months old.  Luckily, since they're used to flying, they do great on the airplane.  Although they have had their  Read more...

Savvy Christmas Activities

by Mimi Jenkins

December 19, 2008

So school is out, and you're trying to find things to do with the little ones. I know you've already gone to an indoor play place , or just can't face the hoards of people out shopping! Why not stay in and make some Holiday Crafts to pass the time and decorate the house! They also make fantastic gifts for Grandparents! Here at Savvy, we have lots and lots of activities for all ages  Read more...

Holiday Theatre

by Mimi Jenkins

December 18, 2008

When we lived in England, there were Panto 's going on all over the country this time of year. I vaguely remember seeing similar type performances when I was younger, but haven't seen much of them around these days. But there are still lots of holiday performances going on! Christmas at Sweet Apple : Theatre on the Square, Marietta. Collection of holiday stores from Celestone Sibley  Read more...

Favorite Songs of the Season

by Mimi Jenkins

December 12, 2008

So, are your kids singing Christmas songs nonstop? I sure know mine are. In fact, we had to tell the kids that The Christmas Carol Police don't allow Christmas songs to be sung after New Year and before Thanksgiving or we'd hear them all year round. We don't do it to be curmudgeonly, we want to keep the songs and Christmas movies special. If you sing them year round, they just aren't  Read more...

Holiday Events Around Town

by Mimi Jenkins

December 09, 2008

T'is the season for fun around Atlanta! Looking for some fun family entertainment? Look no further... Here are some holiday events going on around town this month! Stone Mountain -- Stone Mountain Christmas . Nightly "snowfalls" and fireworks by the Snow Angel. Hear the Christmas story aboard the scenic railroad. Festive lights and holiday shows. Through December 30th. Also at Stone  Read more...

Around Town Thanksgiving Weekend

by Mimi Jenkins

November 26, 2008

There's more going on this long weekend... here's a round-up for you: High Museum of Art : Go All Night to China -- 15 non-stop hours of Asian inspired fun and art at the museum. November 28 9 am - midnight Chattahoochee Nature Center : Exploration Stations -- Visit the Classification, Conservation, Observation, Sensation, and Pollination Stations, and find out through hands-on  Read more...