Things to Do with the Kids Out of School

Things to do with kids in Atlanta over the holiday break. [...]

Live Nativity Programs Around Atlanta

What: Live NativityWhere: Several Churches throughout AtlantaCost: Free, but donations are accepted

A few years ago I decided we needed to do something that represented the real reason for Christmas, not just visiting Santa and riding the Pink Pig. So I set out to find a live nativity. It wasn’t as easy as you might think. [...]

Children’s Christmas Parade Kicks off the Season

What: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas ParadeWhere: Downtown AtlantaWhen: Sat., Dec. 5 from 10:30 t0 12 noonCost: Free

I DO love a parade, especially the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade. It’s the largest Christmas parade in the Southeast and a great way to kick-start the holiday season. This is a popular parade, so get [...]

Celebrate the Season with a Traditional German Christmas Market

What: Weihnachtsmarkt – A Traditional German Christmas MarketWhere: Atlanta International School, 2890 North Fulton Dr., Atlanta, 30305When: Saturday, December 5, 2009, 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. (rain or shine)Cost: Free, but of course you’ll want to buy a few things in the market

One of the great things about the holidays is celebrating our heritage. For a [...]

Numerous Opportunities to Dine with the Claus Clan

What: Celebrations with SantaWhere: Simon Malls as part of the Simon Kidgits ClubWhen: All events are on Dec. 5Cost: Generally free for Kidgits Club members. In some cases a nominal fee.

If your kids need Proof of Santa’s Visit, purchase a photo to Catch Santa in YOUR house! If they’d rather meet a member of the [...]

A Walk Through Bethlehem

What: Walk Through BethlehemWhen: December 4 – 6, 2009Where: St. John’s United Methodist Church, 550 Mt. Paran Rd., Atlanta, GACost: Free, but there are donation boxes

Each year my boys are bombarded by relatives (ok, I’m guilty too) with the question “What do you want for Christmas.” It’s no wonder [...]

Georgia Ballet’s Nutcracker Dec. 4 – 6

What: The Georgia Ballet’s NutcrackerWhen: Dec. 4 at 7:30 pm, Dec. 5 at 2 and 7:30 pm and Dec. 6 at 1:30 and a special benefit performance at 5:30pm (prices are higher for this performance)Where: Jennie T. Anderson Theatre at the Cobb Civic Center in MariettaCost: Tickets range from $15 to $35 but you [...]

A Round Up of Holiday Light Displays

What: Holiday Light DisplaysWhere: Around Metro AtlantaWhen: Now through Dec. 31Costs: Vary

One of the things I LOVE about the holidays are the lights. One day, I’m going to rent a bus, stock it with good cheer and invite family and friends to tour the lights of Atlanta. Until then, here’s an incomplete list of where [...]

The Inside Scoop on Holiday Mall Activities

If your family is like mine, seeing Santa Claus is an annual tradition. In our family, so is fighting the kids to get dressed in something beyond a t-shirt and shorts for the photo and then trying to entertain them while we wait in line. To help you keep the season jolly, I asked Jennifer [...]

Inside Scoop on Centennial Park Ice Skating

What: Centennial Park Outdoor Ice RinkWhen: Nov. 14 – Jan. 31Where: Centennial Olympic ParkCost: $7 to skate and $2 for skate rental, Click here for discounts and see how you could win tickets.

Ice skating at the Centennial Olympic Park ice rink is a holiday tradition in my family. I recently asked Nicole Rateau, public relations [...]