Author J.K. Rowling is famous around the world for her Harry Potter series of books. Now, she's offering a new book for FREE. The Ickabog, Rowling's latest work, will be published in November of 2020. But starting NOW, she'll offer an online … [Read more...] about J.K. Rowling offers her new children’s book, “The Ickabog,” online for FREE
Kids and Family
The Atlanta Botanical Garden reopens with safety measures and extended hours
The Atlanta Botanical Garden will reopen to the public starting Friday, May 23, 2020. There will be safety measures in place, and a new system of ticketing with specific entry times. Tickets will go on sale beginning Thursday, May 21st. If you … [Read more...] about The Atlanta Botanical Garden reopens with safety measures and extended hours
Georgia State Parks: Save money with these camping and admission deals for 2020
Get out and explore! Georgia's State Parks are a real bargain. And there are quite a few ways to enjoy them on the cheap, either as a day trip or an overnight camping experience. Below are current and upcoming deals for admission and tours to … [Read more...] about Georgia State Parks: Save money with these camping and admission deals for 2020
Updated: 24 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
Whether you're home-schooling or just trying to keep the kids busy while you're working from home, this is a great list of resources. The websites are all FREE to use. They are in no particular order, but cover all age groups and all kinds of … [Read more...] about Updated: 24 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
105 activities for kids and families stuck at home (that don’t involve screen time!)
Your kids have been home for awhile and you've probably already started hearing that familiar refrain, What can I do? If you haven't already, check out our calendar of virtual events for kids. It includes story times, music and movement, puppet … [Read more...] about 105 activities for kids and families stuck at home (that don’t involve screen time!)
Zoo Atlanta reopens — here’s what you need to know
Updated on 5/17/2020 Zoo Atlanta is once again open for visitors! There are safety measures in place, and certain indoor attractions and rides remain closed. The good news is, if you'd like to visit, prices have dropped a bit to reflect a … [Read more...] about Zoo Atlanta reopens — here’s what you need to know
President and Michelle Obama will honor the Class of 2020 virtually
The Class of 2020 can take heart! Graduation ceremonies will happen virtually and in a big way. Currently, two large-scale virtual commencements are planned nationwide. The first takes place in May and the second in June. The details for each … [Read more...] about President and Michelle Obama will honor the Class of 2020 virtually
6 places to buy strawberries or pick your own this spring, with new safety measures in place
Fresh, local strawberries are a sign of spring in Georgia! We're updating this post for 2020 -- but as you know, the situation is different this year. Farm markets and you-pick farms are allowed to operate because they provide food and are re … [Read more...] about 6 places to buy strawberries or pick your own this spring, with new safety measures in place
The Blue Star Museum program is CANCELED for 2020
Updated for 2020 The Blue Star Museum program has been suspended for the summer of 2020. It would normally begin in May and run through Labor Day weekend. This is the program's statement, from its website: The National Endowment for the Arts … [Read more...] about The Blue Star Museum program is CANCELED for 2020
Stone Mountain: What’s open there, PLUS get $5 off an annual parking pass
UPDATE: Stone Mountain Park can be a great place to go for a drive -- it gets you out of the house and keeps the car from sitting too long Only park attractions are closed at this time -- this includes the skyride, scenic railroad, dinosaur … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain: What’s open there, PLUS get $5 off an annual parking pass
“Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda offers “EduHam at Home” virtual program for FREE
EduHam is a program from Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda that helps kids create their own pieces, using history as inspiration. Almost 2,000 schools have participated in EduHam, and right now, a family version, EduHam at Home, is available to … [Read more...] about “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda offers “EduHam at Home” virtual program for FREE
RESCHEDULED: Dunwoody Art Festival will be Labor Day Weekend
UPDATED on 5/17/2020 The new dates for the festival are September 5 & 6, 2020 Content below this point has not yet been updated with the new 2020 details -- so please check back! The Dunwoody Art Festival is a Mother's Day Weekend … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: Dunwoody Art Festival will be Labor Day Weekend
Atlanta Ballet streams “Beauty and the Beast” family ballet on Mother’s Day
On Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th you can watch Atlanta Ballet perform Beauty and the Beast. The stream begins at 2 p.m. on Facebook Live. The performance took place in 2018, but has been retrieved from the archives just in time for mom's … [Read more...] about Atlanta Ballet streams “Beauty and the Beast” family ballet on Mother’s Day
Dolly Parton will read stories to your kids every Thursday night
Dolly Parton announced on her Facebook page that she will begin reading stories for children, every Thursday night at 7 p.m. The story time event begins on Thursday, April 2nd and is scheduled for the next 10 weeks, through June 4th. The events … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton will read stories to your kids every Thursday night
The best National Parks near Atlanta: 2020 free entrance days
UPDATED on 4/20/20 for National Parks Week National Parks Week goes from April 18th to 26th this year. While there are no special events that you can attend in person, the Park Service invites you to go virtual this year. It has put together a … [Read more...] about The best National Parks near Atlanta: 2020 free entrance days
RESCHEDULED: Acworth Art Fest takes place on July 18 & 19 in 2020
Updated on 5/15/2020 The Art Fest has been postponed. It will take place on July 18 and 19, 2020. The Acworth Art Fest is a vibrant, two-day celebration in Cobb County. This year's event will take place on April 4th and 5th, along Main Street … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: Acworth Art Fest takes place on July 18 & 19 in 2020
NEW virtual events for kids: Michelle Obama hosts story hour, Levar Burton reads to kids and teens
UPDATED: NEW content was added to the top of the list on 4/18/2020. As always, scroll to the very bottom for a day-by-day list of these events. It's likely your kids are home from school for the next several weeks, due to widespread school … [Read more...] about NEW virtual events for kids: Michelle Obama hosts story hour, Levar Burton reads to kids and teens
Take your kids’ picture with Google’s 3D virtual animals — they appear in your house or yard!
Have you ever played around with Google's 3D Animal feature? It allows you invite animals into your home, virtually, through an augmented reality (AR) feature, similar to that used in Pokemon Go. There are approximately 30 animals to choose … [Read more...] about Take your kids’ picture with Google’s 3D virtual animals — they appear in your house or yard!
FREE language classes for students, through Rosetta Stone
School is out for the foreseeable future. To help students keep up with their studies, Rosetta Stone is making their language learning software available for FREE. The offer is good for the next three months. If you're a parent, you can … [Read more...] about FREE language classes for students, through Rosetta Stone
Stream for free: “Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” this Friday at 7pm
Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway will be available to stream for FREE on Friday, April 17 at 7 p.m. You can watch it on Playbill or on BroadwayCares.org. The concert originally took place last November. Ryan McCartan will … [Read more...] about Stream for free: “Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” this Friday at 7pm
Disney launches new FREE website for locked-down families
Disney has launched a new website for families stuck at home. It is called Disney Magic Moments and it has a wide variety of new features. It is free to use. Disney Magic Moments will serve as a home for content and resources while the theme parks … [Read more...] about Disney launches new FREE website for locked-down families
Audible is offering FREE audio books for kids from pre-schoolers to teens
For as long as schools are closed, Audible is letting kids everywhere listen to stories for free. The audio books are available to stream (but not to download). You can access the stories via your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. There … [Read more...] about Audible is offering FREE audio books for kids from pre-schoolers to teens
Resources for Passover 2020: streaming Seder, downloadable Hagaddah, e-cards, and more
Passover 2020 begins at sundown on Wednesday, April 8th. With a little planning, you can make it meaningful and memorable during these days of social distancing. Passover commemorates the end of enslavement in Egypt for the Jewish people. It was a … [Read more...] about Resources for Passover 2020: streaming Seder, downloadable Hagaddah, e-cards, and more
Celebrating Easter 2020 at home: meals, crafts, virtual egg hunts, and more
Easter 2020 is going to be a bit different this year. With no public events or large gatherings allowed, you'll have to find other ways to make Easter fun and meaningful, especially if you have kids at home. Some Easter egg hunts and bunny … [Read more...] about Celebrating Easter 2020 at home: meals, crafts, virtual egg hunts, and more
Saturday Night Seder stars Josh Groban, Fran Drescher, Jason Alexander, and more
We know you're sheltering in place this Passover. On the fourth night, which isSaturday, April 11th, 2020, you can enjoy a free streaming Passover Seder. Saturday Night Seder will start at 8 p.m. Eastern. A huge number of stars will be … [Read more...] about Saturday Night Seder stars Josh Groban, Fran Drescher, Jason Alexander, and more
