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Happy Groundhog Day!

by Mimi Jenkins

February 02, 2009

It's Groundhog Day! And while it may be too late for you to go out and watch as General Beau Lee, PhD sees his shadow or not, it is a great time to tell you about one of Atlanta's fantastic attractions. General Beau Lee's home, Yellow River Game Ranch in Lilburn -- just past Stone Mountain. The Yellow River Game Ranch has 24 acres of woodland trails which give kids the opportunity to meet  Read more...

Halloween Recap

by Mimi Jenkins

October 30, 2008

I can't believe October is over. This was a fun month here at Savvy. October is one of my favorite months here in Atlanta and the topics this month were so much fun. Did you miss something? Well, here are some of my favorite posts from the month. Check them out... 1. Halloween and the Child with Food Allergies . As I have been surfing around and reading blogs and articles, I  Read more...

A-Z of Atlanta: e & f

by Mimi Jenkins

October 15, 2008

Continuing on our alphabet tour of Atlanta, today we feature the letters "E" and "F." Don't forget your camera for our ABC Book around the city... "E" is for: Environment : The Wright Environmental & Educational Center in Marietta has 19 acres of protected land. Walking trails throughout the property allow for visitors to study the diverse plants and animals native to this  Read more...

Time to Pick a Pumpkin

by Mimi Jenkins

October 13, 2008

If you're looking for the perfect pumpkin, you could just go to the grocery store... but what fun is that? There are lots of great places to go pick the perfect pumpkin. And perhaps get lost in a corn maze, go on a tractor ride, pet some animals... Here are some fun places to go, each offering a different attractions and all have pumpkins! Uncle Bob's Pumpkin Patch : Open  Read more...

It's September so that Means it's Time for the Fair

by Mimi Jenkins

September 15, 2008

You know it's September when the fair comes to town.  It seems there are lots of celebrations and exciting things to do this week.  North Georgia State Fair   has something for everyone.  There are concerts, exhibitions, shows and more.  The State Fair is held at Jim R. Miller Park in Mariietta from September 18th to 28th.    For details see their website or call 770-528-8989.   Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in atlanta

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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