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posted on April 4th, 2013
 The High Museum of Art has lots of family friendly for Toddlers to Teens based on the latest exhibit Frida & Diego. I know most folks have already had spring break, but ours starts on Friday. I can’t wait. I don’t have any big field trips planned, but I’m looking forward to a slower grind. I know after next week, it’s a mad dash to the end of school and our summer is already booked with lacrosse tournaments up and down the East coast. It will be nice to hang out with friends next week on the beach at St. Simons. I’ve gotten some great recommendations on things to do and places to eat from fans of Field Trips with Sue on Facebook. If you aren’t a fan, join now. I get some great ideas from the group.
If you’re looking for something to do here in Atlanta the next few weeks, the High Museum of Art has a terrific line up for families with kids from Toddlers to Teens. It’s all based on the latest exhibit Frida & Diego. Here’s a list of upcoming fun.
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posted on March 7th, 2013
 Visit the High Museum of Art Sunday’s through May for bilingual family tours and projects. What: Domingos de Aventuras en Arte (Sunday Art Adventures)
Where: High Museum of Art
When: Every Sunday, through May 12, 2103 from 1 – 4 pm
Cost: Free with Museum admission. Free for members.
I love the High Museum of Art and it’s one of the places I would recommend highly for friends visiting Atlanta with kids. In addition to fantastic exhibits, they have wonderful programming for the entire family. We’ve enjoyed Toddler Thursdays, playing in the Greene Family Gallery, and checking out the Discovery Backpacks. I even left the kids at home and went with girlfriends to a fantastic wine tasting. This spring, the High Museum is hosting through May, a series of family friendly Sunday Art Adventures. The Domingos de Aventuras en Arte are bilingual tours and workshops for families based on their latest exhibit Frida and Diego.
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posted on November 20th, 2012
 What: Thanksgiving Weekend Activities
Where: High Museum of Art (link High.org), 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | 404-733-4444
When: Friday, Nov. 23 – Sunday, Nov. 25, 2013
Cost: $19.50 adults, $12 Children 6-17 and $16.50 for Seniors 65+ and Students (ID required)
The High Museum of Art is one of my favorite places to take kids. Yes, kids. They have some wonderful family programming that includes Toddler Thursdays, The Green Family Gallery, and Discovery Backpacks. They even have special programming throughout the year specifically for teens!
For the holiday season, and specifically the weekend after Thanksgiving, the High has some special holiday programming centered on the latest exhibit Fast Forward: Modern Moments 1913>>2013. The exhibit includes 164 works from the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The pieces are by 105 of the most inspiring artists of our time, including Picasso, Matisse, Dali, O’Keeffe, Koons and more.
Once you’ve seen the artwork, take in special performances or become a modern artist with hands-on workshops that can keep everyone from baby Jane to Grandpa Joe happy. Here’s what they have in store.
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posted on September 5th, 2012
 Watch glass blowing demonstrations FREE at the High Museum’s Hot Glass Roadshow Sept. 12 – 16. What: Hot Glass Roadshow
Where: High Museum of Art, Stifly Plaza
When: Wed., Sept. 12 – 16, 2012 (See below for times)
Cost: FREE
I can’t wait to see the professional glass blowers during the Hot Glass Roadshow at the High Museum of Art’s Sifly Plaza. The program takes place Sept. 12 – 16 and is a celebration of the Studio Glass Movement. Best of all, it’s free! There are glass blowing demonstrations throughout the day and each evening they’ll feature a different master glass blowers from the Corning Museum. Watch them shape hot orbs into vases, bowls and sculptures. I’m intrigued by the “You Design It, We Make It!” sessions. What would you have them make?
Continue reading Hot Glass Roadshow at the High: Free Event
posted on August 21st, 2012
 Looks like a fun crowd at the High Museum of Art Teen Night. Of course I wouldn’t know first hand as adults aren’t allowed. Photos by leahandmark.com What: High Museum of Art Teen Night
Where: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
When: Saturday, August 25, 2012, 7 – 11 pm
Cost: FREE (with high school ID)
It’s hard to find affordable things to do in Atlanta with teenagers, and since I will soon be the mother of not just one, but two teens, I love the new High Museum of Art Teen Night. Here’s a little bit of what to expect during the High Museum Teen Night and also answers to those inevitable questions from parents.
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posted on May 24th, 2012
 photo provided by the Woodruff Arts Center What: Community Day at The Woodruff
When: Sunday, June 3, 2012 11 – 5 pm
Where: Woodruff Arts Center (includes the High Museum, Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Young Audiences) 1280 Peachtree St., NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Cost: FREE!
On Sunday, June 3, 2012, The Woodruff Arts Center and its divisions – the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum of Art and Young Audiences – commemorate the 50th anniversary of the tragedy at Orly Airport, which was the catalyst for the founding of The Woodruff with a Free Community Day. Activities include:
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posted on February 28th, 2012
 Sagebrush Ranch is an educational indoor playground at the Booth Western Museum Play. It’s how kids learn. But is all play equal? When the weather outside gets frightful, where can you take your little ones to work off some energy in some educational play. Here is a list of five wonderful Indoor Playgrounds in Atlanta that offer not only a place for physical exertion, but a mental workout as well. Many also have guides for parents to understand just what their kids are learning as they play. All of these places target kids from toddlers to elementary age. Please note, although I am describing them as ‘playgrounds’ all of these locations require that a parent engage with their children while they play. However, the good news is there is only one way in or out, so if you are chasing multiple kids and one gets away, you’ve only got one exit to cover.
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posted on February 2nd, 2012
 Fernbank's NatureQuest is a nature lovers indoor playground During the cold winter months, everyone heads indoors. For families looking for things to do in Atlanta with kids indoors, there are lots of options for every age. Here’s a list of twelve great indoor activities for everyone in your family from toddlers to teens. Even the adults will have fun. What are your favorites?
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posted on November 15th, 2011
What: Embrace a New York State of Mind Where: High Museum of Art When: Friday, Nov. 25, 2011, 12 noon – 5 pm Cost: Admission is $18 for adults, $15 for Seniors, $11 children age 6 – 17 and free for under 6, All Activities included
Instead of fighting with the throngs of shoppers [...]
posted on August 31st, 2011
What: Target Family Thursdays Where: Woodruff Arts Center When: September 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011 Cost: Free!
The Woodruff Arts Center is inviting families to Target Family Thursdays to experience free activities from its four divisions: the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum and Young Audiences, September 1, 8, 15 and 22 [...]
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