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Each Wednesday, our Mom Time @ 10 column will focus on fun things to do with the children for the upcoming weekend.1. Hippo Hopp Deal: Hop on in after 4 p.m. any day and receive $2 off a 16" pizza! Good Through: June 30 2. Brookhaven Bucks Deal: There is no reason to deal with Atlanta traffic to see the Braves play when instead you can cheer on our local Sunbelt League baseball team, the Brookhaven Buzz, at Oglethorpe! Tickets are $5. Good Through: July 26; next home games are June 23 and 28 at 7:15 p.m. 3. Apple Camp Deal: Kids ages 8 to 12 will love this free 3 day workshop at your local Apple store! It will transform them into a filmmaker, teaching them the ins and outs of GarageBand and iMovie, and …
With so many great businesses in our area there is never a lack of things going on for the whole family to enjoy, so check out our picks for the next week and plan your calendar accordingly! LOWE'S BUILD AND GROW When/Where: Saturday, May 28, 10 a.m., Lowe'sWhy Go: Now your kids can live out their very own Bob the Builder story with Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics! Open to kids in grades 1 through 5, they can construct a wooden biplane, and will receive an apron, goggles, patch and certificate of merit upon completion!Pricing: Free, registration is required DINNER AND A MOVIE When/Where: …
Princess Day When/Where: Sunday, May 22, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Little House of Art Why Go: Bring your little girls (or boys!) ages 2 and up for this Princess Tea Party! They will be able to design their own cookie, get their makeup done by Belle, decorate their own craft, and enjoy tea and apple juice along with music and balloons! Don't forget to dress your little one in their princess best! Pricing: $25 per child, reservations are required Dresden Crawl For A Cure When/Where: Wednesday, May 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Dresden Drive Why Go: Explore the restaurants and shops on …
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH When/Where: Sunday, May 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Haven and Valenza Why Go: Celebrate Mother's Day at two of the areas favorite restaurants! Both will be offering a 3 course prix fixe brunch menu and will also offer a special children's menu. Pricing: $29 per person FLAVOR OF GEORGIA WINNERS When/Where: Friday, May 6 through Sunday, May 8 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Buford Highway Farmers Market Why Go: Buford Highway Farmers Market will be showcasing both participants and winners from the annual Flavor of Georgia Contest! You can meet the people who created these …
Family Best Bets: LOCAL FOOD CLASS When/Where: Thursday, April 28, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Hippo HoppWhy Go: Learn about the importance of buying your food locally and how to find local food sources, including farms, Community Supported Agriculture offerings and other food sources in the area. Pricing: $10 if you pay in advance, $15 at the door, and 50% off admission to Hippo Hopp for the kids of those attending the class. DIVA AND DOLL DAY When/Where: Sunday, May 1, 4 pm to 5 pm; Little House of Art; Ages 4 and UpWhy Go: Bring your little divas dressed up in their best and enjoy Diva and Doll Day…
1. CHAMBLEE RACE AND ROTARY ROLL When/Where: Saturday, April 23, 8:30 a.m.; Starts and Finishes at Peachtree DeKalb Airport Why Go: This 2nd annual road race, sponsored by the city of Chamblee, offers an opportunity for athletes of all levels to take part in either a 5k race through Chamblee's downtown and mid-city district or a 1k route around one of the airport's runways! All entrants will receive a shirt, along with plenty of food, fluids and music at the family area in a hangar sponsored by Epps Aviation! There will even be a visit by the Easter Bunny! Pricing: $25, and race packets will …
Family Best Bets: 1. EASTER EGG HUNT When/Where: Saturday, April 16, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; Brookhaven United Methodist Church Why Go: Come and hunt for Easter eggs at this Eggstravaganza! Everyone is welcome, pre-registration is suggested Pricing: Free 2. FARMERS MARKET When/Where: Every Saturday through September, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Cathedral of St. Phillip on Peachtree Road Why Go: This weekly farmers market is the largest producers only farmers market in metro Atlanta. With over 70 vendors there is something for everyone, from farmers to meat and dairy purveyors to prepared food …
Family Best Bets: BARK FOR LIFE When/Where: Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Blackburn Park Why Go: Don't forget about the furry kids in your life! The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is an educational, but fun, event for dogs and their owners to raise funds for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer. Includes contests, activities, and vendor displays. Pricing: Pre-event pricing is $15 for one dog, $25 for two dogs; day of pricing is $25 for one dog, $35 for two dogs. EGG HUNT AT ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER When/Where: Monday, April 11, 10:30 am; Atlanta History Center Why Go…
Family Best Bets: CHILDREN'S THEATRE CAMP When/Where: Monday, April 4 - Friday, April 8; Brookhaven Baptist Church; Ages 4-12 Why Go: Your kids will spend the week learning the ABCs of character development and dramatic expression, culminating in a performance for family and friends on Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m. Pricing: Contact Brookhaven Baptist Church for pricing and to sign up ATLANTA BELLIES TO BABIES When/Where: Sunday, April 3, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; The Solarium at Old Scottish Rite, Decatur, GA; All ages welcome Why Go: A great event empowering families on the basics of pregnancy, …