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Gifts that Keep on Giving All Year Long

by Mimi Jenkins

December 16, 2008

I don't know about you, but my kids seem to have quite a few toys.  And as they get older, they play with fewer and fewer toys.  We do a fairly big "purge" about three times a year -- before each of the boys birthdays and before Christmas.  We toss the broken or unsuitable toys and pass the ones still in good condition on to a local charity. There are some toys that I think the kids only  Read more...

Reindog Parade at the Atlanta Botanical Garden's

by Mimi Jenkins

December 04, 2008

I know I mention the Botanical Gardens a lot, but they have lots of great activities for kids and adults. This weekend is no exception! New for this year is the Reindog Parade! On Saturday, December 6th from 11 am - 1 pm. The Garden's gone to the dogs this holiday season, with a parade for pups adorned in their finest holiday attire. Master of Ceremonies Lucky Yates is well  Read more...

A-Z of Atlanta: G & H

by Mimi Jenkins

November 06, 2008

As promised, we are continuing on our journey around the Atlanta area. G is for: Gone With the Wind : How could I not mention Gone With the Wind ? And there are two museums to visit with movie tie-in's. One is the Gone With the Wind Movie Museum in Marietta. The museum is a must for all fans of GWTW with movie memorabilia on display -- including Scarlett O'Hara's original wedding gown  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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