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Back From Vacation - Ready For Summer Break!

Buckhead Midtown Brookhaven Macaroni Kid, Your Weekly Events & Activities Newsletter

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We're back from vacation (well obviously!). We had an AMAZING trip - first to Venice, followed by our cruise from Venice to Rome on Crystal Cruises, and ending with two days to explore Rome before flying home. Without the kids! I can't say it was completely relaxing - we did a LOT of hiking and walking! But that's not a bad thing as I did as I said I would eat my way through the trip! And I did...

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WIN: 4 Tix to the World of Coca-Cola!

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When I was abroad, I decided to make an effort and try to find out if I was drinking AMERICAN Coca-Cola. I knew I'd be running this article when I returned. Verdict - I have no idea! When you're at the World of Coca-Cola you are able to sample drinks from around the world. It hasn't been too long since we've been to visit, but I'm trying to remember if that included actual Coca-Cola, which can very slightly in taste by country. I know it included ...

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Atlanta Streets Alive - Sunday, May 19th 2pm-6pm

Atlanta Streets Alive Takes Over Peachtree St. For a Day of "Human-Powered Amusement"

On May 19th, 2013, the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition will be offering the city a chance to participate in a coordinated cultural experience along a 2.7-mile stretch of Peachtree Street from 2PM-6PM during Atlanta Streets Alive.

For four hours, a span of over two miles from Downtown to Midtown on Peachtree Street will
be opened to people and closed to motor vehicles. During the event you can expect thousands
of people to hit the streets to enjoy the outdoors by bicycle, foot, skateboard, rollerblade or any
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BB&T Atlanta Open Hosts Ball Person Tryouts

MAY 20 and 22 at Carl E. Sanders YMCA Buckhead - Ages 13+

The BB&T Atlanta Open will host tryouts for ball persons Monday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 22, at the Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA at Buckhead. The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is the primary charitable beneficiary of this year’s tournament.

Ball persons must be 13 years old by July 20, 2013, in order to try out and proof of age is required. All applicants must be able to attend either tryout to be considered for this position. If selected, ball persons must be available for the entire tournament ...

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It's Time for Summer Camp!

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We are excited to spotlight the following camps in this year's 2013 guide.

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ART & THEATRE CAMPS
Summer Acting Camps at The Alliance Theatre
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This Week's Picks:

May 17th through May 24th

Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 24 - Atlanta Botanical Garden: Plants Larger Than Life

NEW! A menagerie of magical creatures casts an enchanting spell over the Garden with 19 monumental living sculptures of fantasy and delight. The sculptures – ranging up to 25 feet tall and 20 feet wide – include a gazing unicorn, a friendly ogre, a pair of gigantic cobras, a group of enchanting rabbits, and a couple of flighty butterflies. The largest piece, a 25-foot-tall representation of a goddess emerging from the earth, greets visitors in the Cascades Garden.

Where: Atlanta Botanical Garden

When: Through October. See website for Garden hours.

Who: Anyone!

How: Pay Admission/ Purchase Tickets

Cost: Adults - $18.95; Children ages 3 to 12 - $12.95; Children under 3 - Free; Garden Members - Free

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 24 - Atlanta Food Truck Park & Market

Atlanta Food Truck Park & Market is the first permanent food truck site in Atlanta offering food trucks to the community and visitors for lunch and dinner! There is also a weekend farmers market, live music and artist farm! Keep up with events/daily specials on their Facebook Page. Fun for the whole family!

Where: 1850 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta, GA

When: See Website for Daily Hours

Who: Food Truck Lovers

How: Show Up

Cost: Depends what you buy!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information and events!

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Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - SPANK! 50 Shades Parody

ADULT. It’s time for the saucy book that caused a world sensation to get SPANKED! SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new musical that brings the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life and will have your inner goddess laughing out loud! This new imagining of the characters comes to life with sharp-witted comedy, musical numbers, sexy striptease performances from the leading hunk, plus lots of surprises! Get there early for pre-show cocktails then stay to meet the cast and pose for a photo with Mr. Dangerous himself!

Where: Buckhead Theater, 3110 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA

When: See Website for Showtimes

Who: This one's for grownups!

How: Purchase Tickets

Cost: $39.50-$44.50

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 26 - Brer Rabbit & Friends at Center for Puppetry Arts

Live music and delightful stories about Brer Rabbit and his friends fill the stage. The fun begins as the gang gathers to sing an early morning ditty. But competition gets the best of them when the characters begin a battle for bragging rights. Who is the swiftest? The strongest? The smartest? Brains beat brawn when Brer Bear, Brer Fox, Brer Rabbit, Sister Mud Turtle and Sister Bird find themselves in a briar patch of trouble. So, join the whole gang for this fun-filled Southern romp.

Where: Center for Puppetry Arts - Mainstage Theater; 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, Atlanta, GA 30309

When: See Website for Showtimes

Who: Ages 4+

How: Purchase Tickets.

Cost: Tickets for patrons ages two and older are $9.25 (Members) and $16.50 (Nonmembers) and include the performance, museum admission, and the Create-A-Puppet Workshop (or Create-A-Puppet To-Go Kit).

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Friday, May 17 through Tuesday, May 21 - Atlanta Braves at Home

Fri - Sun vs. L.A. Dodgers. Friday Night Fireworks after the game on Friday night plus more special events. Sat. - Military Appreciation Day. Sun.- Alumni Sunday plus Faith Day: Casting Crowns performs after the game. Mon-Tues vs. Minnesota Twins. Monday is $8 night. Get Terrace View Tickets for only $8, every Monday home game. Tuesday is Coca-Cola Two for $30 Tuesdays - Get two tickets for $30 in the Club Level Pavilion every Tuesday - save up to 50%.

Where: Turner Field

When: See Website for Schedule of Events

Who: Baseball Fans!

How: Purchase Tickets

Cost: Varies

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information on Braves promotions.

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Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Marietta Greek Festival

Worth a trip! It's time for the 23rd annual Marietta Greek Festival. The event celebrates Greek traditions, culture and delicious Greek food. A wide variety of Greek food will be available for purchase. The Hellenic Dance Program will be performing throughout the festival. The program is comprised of six dance groups that cover pre-k through 12th grade as well as a young adult group. The event also features a Greek marketplace with more than 20 vendors with items including Greek jewelry, handmade linens, scarves, Greek cuisine, Greek cookbooks, art, oil paintings, candle holders, wood crafted items and more.

Where: Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 3431 Trickum Road, Marietta, Georgia 30066

When: Fri. 3pm to 11pm; Sat. 10am to 11pm; Sun. 11am to 7pm

Who: Anyone!

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission

Cost: $3 admission (Children 12 & Under are FREE)

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 31 - Half Off Halfternoons at The Children's Museum of Atlanta

Visit weekdays between May 16-31, 2013 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM and receive 50% off admission. That's just $6.89 per general admission ticket! Children under 1 are free. Not eligible on weekends. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Where: The Children's Museum of Atlanta, 75 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW Atlanta, GA 30313

When: Weekdays Only

Who: Geared for kids 8 & under

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission

Cost: 50% off admission for non-members. Children under 1 are free.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Friday, May 17 - Foodie Fridays (Sandy Springs)

What better way to kick-off a weekend than to get together with others in your community and enjoy good food, drinks, music, entertainment and fun! Gourmet food trucks with all kinds of cuisines and food options from the Atlanta Street Food Coalition will gather from 5-8 pm at Kudzu and Company, 6450 Roswell Road, and Sandy Springs’ own Steve's Live Music will provide entertainment! In addition, Kudzu and Company will showcase original art by top local artists.

Where: Kudzu and Company, 6450 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Who: Food Truck Lovers

How: Show Up

Cost: Depends on What You Buy!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, June 2 - Georgia Renaissance Festival

MAY 18 & 19 – ARRRGH! IT’S PIRATE’S WEEKEND! The GA Renaissance Festival celebrates its 28th anniversary this year, April 13 through June 2, Saturdays & Sundays plus Memorial Day, 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Be amazed by the sheer size of the magnificent 32-acre 16-Century Kingdom! Here you’ll find Knights in shining armor and Maidens Faire, King Henry VIII and his Court, and a World Bazaar full of elaborate treasures created by over 150 artisans who perform demonstrations of their crafts. Feast like royalty, endless entertainment, royal petting zoo and amusement park, jousting tournament and more!

Where: Located at I-85 and Exit 61- Peachtree City / Fairburn (See website for directions.)

When: Weekends Only

Who: Anyone!

How: Purchase Admission Tickets

Cost: See Steals & Deals Article for link for discount tix for Macaroni Kid readers. Regular Adult Admission: $19.95, Your Price - $15.95; Child Admission Regular price - $8.95, Your Pice - $6.00. Children 5 & Under Always FREE.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information & to purchase tickets online. CLICK HERE for PIRATE WEEKEND events. CLICK HERE for the special Macaroni Kid price link. Use Code MACKIDS.

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Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - Bank of America Free Admission Weekend at Atlanta History Center

On the third weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of each month, February – June 2013, ALL guests receive FREE admission to the Atlanta History Center, including Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: How the Word is Passed Down. See all the exhibits and attractions including Swan House and Smith Family Farm; Centennial Olympic Games Museum and more! A great FREE family outing.

Where: Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305

When: Museum Hours

Who: All Ages

How: Show Up

Cost: FREE!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Saturday, May 18 - Children's Garden Amphitheater Program at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Nosey Rosey Comes to Visit - Holly Stevenson employs improvisation, puppetry, and classic European clowning techniques to create just the right atmosphere for Rosy’s hilarious antics. Rosy lives in a world of make-believe where anything can happen. With her little red clown nose and perky straw hat, she tackles one silly predicament after another with pratfalls, props, and pantomime.

Where: Children's Garden Amphitheater at Atlanta Botanical Garden

When: Every Saturday at 10:30am and 11:30am

Who: Interested Kids!

How: Show Up - rain or shine.

Cost: Program is free with garden admission. Garden admission is $18.95 adults, $12.95 children 3-12, and free to children under 3 and Garden members.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - High Museum of Art FREE & Discounted Admission Weekend

This weekend, admission to the High will be free for all visitors on Sat., May 18 as part of Art Museum Day and half-price for all visitors on Sun., May 19 in celebration of Atlanta Streets Alive. Art Museum Day emphasizes the essential role that art museums play in their communities and highlights the value of the visual arts in society. On May 19, Peachtree Street will be transformed into a car-free community space to ride, walk, play and dance during Atlanta Streets Alive. Join the festivities and stop by the High for half-price admission all day! The discount is available for both advance online & walk-up ticket sales.

Where: High Museum of Art

When: Sat. 10am to 5pm; Sun. 12pm to 5pm

Who: Art lovers of all ages

How: Show Up or reserve tickets online in advance

Cost: FREE on Saturday; Half-Price on Sunday (see website for all ticket prices)

For more info: CLICK HERE for more info on these programs and more

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Saturday, May 18 - Bee Buzz at CNC

Celebrate BEES at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Events include: Bees and Bee Keepers: See live bees (safely enclosed in an observation hive) and learn about how beekeepers harvest honey and care for them. Bee Hunt: Go on a Bee Hunt and do REAL SCIENCE! Bee Hunt is a citizen science project from UGA where anyone can collect data on bees. Make a Bee Hat; Miss Julia’s Storytime; The BEE BALL: Dress in your best black and yellow and get on the dance floor for a buzzing insect dance party. Insect Bio-Buggy: Discover the fascinating world of insects with hands-on experiments and tools.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road Roswell, GA 30075

When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Who: All Ages!

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission

Cost: CNC Members: Free; CNC Non-Members: $10 Adults; $7 Seniors & Students 13-18; $6 Children 3-12; Children 2 & Under FREE.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Sunday, May 19 - CAC’s 1st Annual Food 'n Fun Festival

Give Food and Have Fun at CAC’s 1st Annual Food 'n Fun Festival on Sunday, May 19th. Gather together to raise awareness, food and funds to combat hunger and homelessness in the local community while enjoying a family-friendly afternoon at the park! Sports and Fitness Games for Kids & Kid Zone; Hunger Awareness Walk and much more.

Where: Morgan Falls Athletic Complex, 450 Morgan Falls Rd, Sandy Springs GA 30350

When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: Anyone

How: Show Up

Cost: Donation of a bag of groceries or $5/person (includes kids activities)

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Sunday, May 19 - Atlanta Streets Alive 2013

On Sun., May 19th, Atlanta Streets Alive will close 2.7 miles of Peachtree Street to cars, and open it up to the public — for 4 hours — to create a whole new healthy, sustainable and vibrant city street experience. Take back the street – by foot, by bike, by roller skates, by skateboard or by any human-powered means of transportation. Just one thing… no gasoline-engines allowed. Activities from sponsors all along the way! See activity map for location and specifics (pop up art, live music, sports teams, Kiddos Obsticle Challenge & more!).

Where: Peachtree Street Downtown to Midtown (See website for location map)

When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Who: Anyone! (but no cars!)

How: Show Up

Cost: FREE

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information and HERE for the ACTIVITY MAP

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Wednesday, May 22 - Cooking with Colors at Children's Museum of Atlanta

A colorful diet is a healthy diet! As a part of the Museum’s Eat a Georgia Rainbow program, local chef Damaul Mitchell will help children create colorful & healthy creations with local fruits & vegetables. Limit 10 children and their adult caregivers.

Where: The Children’s Museum of Atlanta; 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW; Atlanta

When: 10:30 AM (Weekly on WednesdaysThrough May 29)

Who: Geared for kids 8 and under

How: Reservations required, please call 404.527.3693

Cost: Free for members; Free with general admission. Admission is $12.75 plus tax for adults and children ages 2 and above. Children under 2 are free.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Wednesday, May 22 - Street Food Thursdays in Midtown

Midtown Alliance has partnered with Atlanta Street Food Coalition to bring some of the city’s most loved food trucks to Peachtree Street.

Where: 12th & Midtown (12th St. @ Peachtree St.)

When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Thursdays)

Who: Food Truck Lovers

How: Show Up

Cost: Depends on What You Buy!

For more info: CLICK HERE for the calendar.

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Friday, May 24 - Drum Circle at CNC

Come and join the drum circle at the nature center the 4th Friday of the month thru September. Professional drum leader Chuck Cogliandro leads the rhythm as you take part in one of the most basic celebrations of music. All experience levels and spectators welcome- please bring your own drum or rhythm instrument.

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell

When: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Who: Anyone

How: Show Up

Cost: $5 donation requested in addition to General Admission to CNC:Free for members; Non-Members: Adults - $8, Children 3-12 - $5; Under 3 - Free!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 23rd

Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 24 - IMAX at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Newest film is Titans of the Ice Age. Enter a world buried in our ancestral memory, populated by saber-tooth cats, giant sloths, dire wolves and the iconic woolly mammoths. Still playing: Everest and Flight of the Butterflies. Coming later this month: Coral Reef Adventure and Under the Sea!

Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History; 767 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

When: See Website for Showtimes

Who: IMAX fans!

How: Purchase Tickets

Cost: IMAX tickets are separate from museum admission. See website for details. Also see Steals & Deals article for special May promotion (FREE Admission) to Martinis and IMAX May 24 and 31!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Friday, May 17 through Sunday, August 18 - Extreme Mammals Exhibit at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Examine some of the oddest and most intriguing animals of all time in Extreme Mammals: The Biggest, Smallest, and Most Amazing Mammals of All Time. From the speedy to the slothful, the towering to the tiny, and the furry to the armor-clad, come nose-to-snout with an amazing array of extraordinary critters. Stand beneath the largest land mammal that ever lived, and peek at a creature so small that it weighed no more than a dollar bill! Plus make sure to visit NatureQuest while your there & other permanent exhibitions.

Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History; 767 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

When: See website for museum hours

Who: Anyone

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission/ Purchase Tickets Online

Cost: Adults $17.50; Students and seniors (62+) with ID $16.50; Children 3-12 $15.50; Children 2 & under (ticket required) FREE; Museum members FREE. Special combo packages for IMAX available.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information on special exhibitions.

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Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 24 - Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition

On April 15, 1912, the world's largest ship sank after colliding with an iceberg, claiming more than 1,500 lives. Now 100 years later, Atlanta is one of 8 host cities to commemorate Titanic's centennial anniversary w/ Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. Included are 212 artifacts recovered from Titanic's wreck site; untold stories of Titanic's passengers and crew - unveiled for the first time anywhere; Learn of Georgia's connections to that fateful night; Experience historically accurate room recreations; View the latest video from the wreck site and understand how Titanic rests today.

Where: Atlantic Station, 265 18th Street,Second Floor, Escalator 5, Atlanta GA 30363

When: See Website

Who: Anyone interested in the history of the Titanic

How: Pay Admission/ Purchase Tickets

Cost: Adults $24;Children (4-12) $16.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Friday, May 17 through Monday, May 27 - Body Carnival: The Science and Fun of Being You at Children's Museum of Atlanta

Body Carnival: The Science and Fun of Being You explores the physical science of the human body. The concepts of force, pressure, light, sound, mathematics, and the laws of motion are all part of how our bodies interact with the world. Through a variety of exciting and engaging activities, children can understand the science of how their body works.

Where: The Children’s Museum of Atlanta; 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW; Atlanta

When: Museum Hours

Who: Geared for kids 8 & under

How: Purchase Tickets/ Pay admission

Cost: Admission is $12.75 plus tax for adults and children ages 2 and above. Children under 2 are free.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Saturday, May 18 - Pike Nurseries Customer Appreciation Event

As a thank you to all patrons for playing in the dirt, Pike Nurseries is hosting a location-wide Customer Appreciation Event featuring free food, storewide specials, prize scratch-off cards to first 150 customers and a chance to win a one-night stay at Barnsley Gardens or a VIP Braves Package. Pike Nurseries will offer a 20% discount on select products. Free hotdogs 11am to 2pm.

Where: All Pike Nursery Locations (see website)

When: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Who: Anyone

How: Show Up

Cost: Event is Free, otherwise discounts across the store.

For more info: Please visit www.pikenursery.com for local store information.

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Saturday, May 18 - Peachtree Road Farmer's Market

Peachtree Road Farmers Market is the largest producer-only farmers market in the state. Producer-only means that everything at the Market has been grown, raised, or made by the seller, ensuring fair prices for both the vendors and the consumers. The Market takes place on Saturday mornings rain or shine, until December. Each week brings new produce, vendors, events and fun! May 18: Chef Demo by Zeb Stevenson of Livingston Restaurant + Bar; Canning with Martha; Live Music by Alex Gordon

Where: Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Road, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30305

When: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Saturday)

Who: Fresh Food Seekers

How: Show Up

Cost: Varies - PRFM is a Wholesome Wave market and accepts and doubles SNAP (EBT/food stamp), WIC and Senior Nutrition benefits.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Saturday, May 18 - Green Market at Piedmont Park

The Green Market is back Saturday mornings at Piedmont Park's 12th St. entrance gate. Green Market encourages sustainable communities. Check the website for each week's schedule of live music and events. Kid's cooking begins this week - register online! Kids cooking is a series of classes for children ages 4 – 17, taught by local experts. Young chefs will learn to make easy, healthy meals while being encouraged to try new fruits and vegetables that can be purchased at local farmers markets. Live Music - Dear Blanca will rock the market from 10:30am-11:30am and Noon-1pm.

Where: Piedmont Park - 12th Street Entrance Gate

When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Who: Anyone

How: Show Up

Cost: No Admission Charge. CLICK HERE to register for KIDS COOKING.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information. Most updated info is on FACEBOOK.

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Saturday, May 18 - Brookhaven Farmers Market - NEW LOCATION

Providing healthy locally-produced food and products for the community. Check website (or FB page) weekly for updated list of vendors and products. New location!

Where: Brookhaven Baptist Church; 1294 N. Druid Hills Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Saturday)

Who: Fresh Food Seekers

How: Show Up

Cost: Whatever You Buy!

For more info: CLICK HERE for the website and HERE for Facebook page.

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Saturday, May 18 - Michael's Kid's Club - Celebrate Your Hero

Sat. May 18 - Celebrate Your Hero. Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10AM - 11:30AM. See a store associate to join the fun!

Where: All Michael's Locations

When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (10am to 11:30am, on the half hour)

Who: Crafty Kids

How: Show Up

Cost: $2

For more info: Visit www.michaels.com and find your store's location. CLICK HERE for general store events.

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Tuesday, May 21 - Tot Spot at Atlantic Station Central park

Come to Central Park with your pre-school aged 'tots' and enjoy a time of free activities and games. The experience changes each week - there may be a face painter, storyteller, or arts and crafts for your tot to enjoy while you relax. Tot Spot is 'weather permitting' - please contact Concierge Desk to confirm: 404-410-4010.

Where: Atlantic Station Central Park

When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Tuesday)

Who: Pre-school aged 'tots'

How: Show Up (weather permitting)

Cost: FREE

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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Wednesday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 21 - Storybook Time at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Storybook time is weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30am. Listen to stories about bees, butterflies, frogs and flowers. Meet in the Children's Garden Amphitheater weather permitting or in the Turner Broadcasting Garden Theater during inclement weather.

Where: Atlanta Botanical Garden;1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA30309

When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Who: Storybook Time is for children accompanied by an adult.

How: Show Up

Cost: Program is free with garden admission. Garden admission is $18.95 adults, $12.95 children 3-12, and free to children under 3 and Garden members.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Wednesday, May 22 - Chastain Chill

Join Jay Memory every Wednesday at the Chastain Park Pool area for live music and family fun. Be sure to check the Facebook page each week for updates (in case location changes!). This is a great chance to meet neighbors and be a part of the community!

Where: Pool at Chastain Park

When: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Every Wednesday)

Who: Great for Families!

How: Show Up

Cost: FREE

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information (updated weekly on the FB page).

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Thursday, May 23 - Movies in Central Park (Atlantic Station)

Every Thursday night beginning May 2, Atlantic Station’s Central Park will be transformed into an outdoor movie amphitheater with a movie screen so monumental, you’ll feel like you’re in the movies! Movie showing begins at dusk. May Adventures and Romance - May 23: My Big Fat Greek Wedding; May 30: Something Borrowed

Where: Atlantic Station - Central Park

When: Movies Begin at Dusk

Who: Depends on the movie

How: Show Up

Cost: FREE

For more info: CLICK HERE for full movie schedule.

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Thursday, May 23 - Toddler Thursdays at the High

Bring your tot each Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a new way of looking at the High's collection. May 23 – Ceramic: Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Scott Magoon's Spoon. It's time to turn over a new tile, toddlers! Today, try your hand at decorating your own ceramic tile.

Where: High Museum of Art; 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GA

When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Every Thursday)

Who: Toddlers & parents

How: Show up - no registration required.

Cost: Free with museum admission. Members Free; Adult $19.50; Senior (65 & over) $16.50; Student $16.50; Child (ages 6-17) $12; Child (5 and under) Free

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.

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May 25th through May 30th

Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Weekend at Stone Mountain Park

Stone Mountain Park honors the military and their families, in a three-day event featuring free country music concerts and patriotic activities Memorial Day Weekend. New for 2013, guests will enjoy free country music concerts. Headliners include The Charlie Daniels Band and Colt Ford. See full schedule of events on the website. Concerts are free with paid parking all three days of the event. Each day concludes with the Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision® followed by special patriotic fireworks set to honor the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. The fireworks display can be seen immediately after the Lasershow.

Where: Stone Mountain Park

When: 10:30am to 8:30pm; Lasershow at 9:30 each night.

Who: Anyone!

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission (or purchase tickets in advance online - see our steals & deals article for discounts!).

Cost: Varies on package. See our STEALS & DEALS article for a special Macaroni Kid discount. All active & retired military personnel receive one FREE Adventure Pass with valid ID & will save up to $10 per person for immediate family members. Also, military ID holders will also receive 20% off most food, beverage & merchandise items each day during Memorial Weekend.

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information and a full schedule of events.

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Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 - 36th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park

Experience 3 days of FREE music over Memorial Day weekend at the 36th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival.
See some of todays’ most vibrant artists including Cécile McLorin Salvant, Dominick Farinacci, Meshell Ndegeocello, José James and more. The family-friendly atmosphere will include two KidZone areas with games, inflatables and activities. Shopping will be available in booths displaying unique art, clothing and jewelry. A wide variety of food vendors will tempt your taste buds with BBQ, gyros, burgers, Caribbean foods and more!

Where: Piedmont Park

When: Park Hours 10am to 11pm - See website for event schedule

Who: Jazz lovers/ Festival Fans

How: Show Up

Cost: FREE!

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information and a schedule of shows/events.

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Saturday, May 25 - Military Timeline, Atlanta History Center’s Annual Family Program

Join the Atlanta History Center for the annual family program, Military Timeline. Commemorate our servicemen and women while you meet veterans, examine our countries military timeline, and explore the new Veterans Park at the AHC. Throughout the day, speak with veterans who share personal stories and memorabilia from wartime, interact with living history interpreters representing various wars, encounter a Civil War encampment, see a display of military vehicles, listen to lectures from guest speakers, view related exhibitions, share your families’ story of service with StoryCorps at the Atlanta History Center, explore the new Veterans Park, and children enjoy a variety of kid-friendly activities.

Where: Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30305

When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Who: Anyone!

How: Show Up/ Pay Admission

Cost: Visitors with military ID are admitted free. Members Free. Included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers (see website).

For more info: CLICK HERE for more information

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Thursday, May 30 through Friday, July 26 - Atlanta Summer Movie Series at Town Brookhaven

Atlanta Summer Movie Series will be presented by Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces & Town Brookhaven. May 30– Wreck-It-Ralph; June 6 – Ice Age:Continental Drift; June 20 - We Bought a Zoo; July 11 – Parental Guidance; July 25 – Breakfast at Tiffanys

Where: Town Brookhaven Green Space

When: Thursdays at dusk (except July 4)

Who: Depends on the movie!

How: Show Up!

Cost: FREE

For more info: CLICK HERE for updates when available

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Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood

May Book Club Title

Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood is not your typical fairy tale. When a normal little girl dreams one night that she is a princess, she wakes up to realize her royal adventures aren't just a dream after all. She's not just a princess who wears pretty gowns and goes to balls though, she fearlessly stands up to dragons and tames trolls.

Part-time Princess is a perfect balance between all things princess and a fearless girl who stands up for herself. This princess loves glamour, but she is also ...

Anywhere Labels from SafetyTat, the ID Experts

Personalized Labels Help Identify Possessions With Ease!

School's almost out and that means it's time to gear up for summer camp (or camps). And there's more than the usual school gear to be labeled - swim gear, sports gear...you name it! Inevitably I end up with masking tape and/or a sharpie. Which is too bad when you can find such awesome and reasonably priced labels - that truly stick - these days!

When I was offered a set of labels and tags for review from SafetyTat, I of course said yes. So now I have ...

Basil Shrimp Pasta

Macaroni Menu

Serves 6 Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

8 oz box of your favorite pasta… I used thin spaghetti. Angel hair would be great too!

1-1/2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved

3 teaspoons olive oil

1-1/2 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

1/4 teaspoon of Kosher salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons chopped basil

1. Cook pasta as directed ...

Take A Colorful Nature Walk

Macaroni Fun

Make your next walk a hunt for specific colors (try this any time of the year). This is an easy project that can be made very simple as your time/ materials/ patience demands.

You’ll need:

An empty egg carton
Paints and paintbrushes

Paint the inside of an egg carton different colors. Encourage the children to mix colors together or add black or white to create different hues.

Want it less messy? Use markers or crayons.

Need it even easier? Place crayon pieces inside your egg carton, and/or use ...

Restaurant Directory: Kids Eat Free & Cheap

Tell Them You Heard About it on Macaroni Kid!

Flying Biscuit (Midtown) - Kids eat free Mon-Thurs from 4-7pm. One FREE kid's meal per adult meal purchased. 1001 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, Georgia 30309; 404-874-8887

IHOP (Varies by Location so call) – Kids 12 & under eat free 4-10pm every night. One kid’s meal free per adult meal purchased.

Imperial Fez - Sundays: Up to 4 kids under age 14 eat FREE with purchase of two adult meals. Authentic Moroccan Cuisine. 2285 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, Georgia 30309; 404-351-0870. http://www.imperialfez.com/

Mirko Pasta - (Buckhead) Wednesdays: Kids 10 & Under eat free all ...