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January 2, 2012
News & Events
- Eat Yourself Lucky on New Year's Day!
- Recycle Your Christmas Tree
- Mac and Say "Cheese"!!
- WIN: 4 Tickets to see Annie at the Fox Theatre!!
- WIN: 4 Tickets to The Center for Puppetry Arts!
- Family Fun Jar
- GEHC EXTENDS POPULAR LIVING IN SPACE EXHIBIT
- ONE DAY SALE!!
- The Price of Children
- YOU WON!!!
- This Week's Calendar
- Plan Ahead
- FREE Orchid and Houseplants Class this Saturday!
- Join Our Facebook Community!
- What is "My Macaroni" ??
Eat Yourself Lucky on New Year's Day!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Hoping to increase your luck and good fortune in the 2012? Then start by eating one of these foods on New Years Day! While I can't guarantee you'll have good luck or good fortune, at the very least, I can guarantee you will have a full belly!
Doughnuts- Many cultures believe that anything in the shape of a ring is good luck because it represents coming full circle. The Dutch often celebrate by eating doughnuts but a delicious Bundt cake will do too!
Beans- Legumes ...
Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The Christmas and New Year’s Eve holidays will soon be a memory. And once the Christmas tree comes down, you can give it new life by helping keep Gwinnett County beautiful.
Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful is asking residents to donate their trees to its annual "Bring One for the Chipper" tree recycling campaign. The trees will be turned into mulch to use in parks and other facilities throughout the county.
From Dec. 26 through Jan. 16, Gwinnett County residents can take their undecorated Christmas trees to one of several locations ...
Mac and Say "Cheese"!!
Pictures & comments from "Macaronis on the Move"!!
Did you win tickets to an event? Has your family been somewhere fun? We would love to hear about it and see your pictures if you have any!! Just email your comments with a few photos to: [email protected] and I'll post them here!!
Sorry that I'm just getting back to you on this. I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated winning the tickets to see Annie at Off Broadway. I took my ...
WIN: 4 Tickets to see Annie at the Fox Theatre!!
LEAPIN LIZARDS!! America's most beloved musical returns to the Fox Theatre January 14 through 22!
Set in New York City during the depths of the Depression in December of 1933, ANNIE is the ultimate Cinderella story. It recounts the adventures of a little girl searching for her lost parents. Eleven year old Annie attempts an escape from the municipal orphanage and the alcoholic clutches of the hilariously mean and scheming Miss Hannigan, played by Sally Struthers.
During her many exploits, Annie befriends a stray dog named Sandy, and crosses ...
WIN: 4 Tickets to The Center for Puppetry Arts!
See "The New Adventures of the Gingerbread Man"
You may have heard the story about the gingerbread man who ran away from a little old woman and a little old man, a cow, a duck and finally met his untimely end with a sly fox. But have you heard about the gingerbread man who, after being visited by a magical blue fairy, learned how to be helpful towards his fellow fairytale characters and nearly became a real boy? In this fast paced retelling of a folktale favorite, David Stephens of All Hands Productions weaves together classic stories such ...
Family Fun Jar
Often our family wakes on a Saturday wondering “what do we do today?” Do we hop in the car with no destination in site? Do we go to a local park? Do we sit at home and do nothing? Our inspiration led us to create a FAMILY FUN JAR that we will implement this New Year. The concept is simple – we took a glass jar and wrote down 12 family friend activities; each month we will choose one activity to do – no matter what the activity is that will be ...
GEHC EXTENDS POPULAR LIVING IN SPACE EXHIBIT
"The Living In Space exhibit has been extremely popular with visitors and school groups," said GEHC Director of Development Jason West. "The staff is excited to be able to continue to offer it as a part of the GEHC's traveling exhibitions for an additional two months."
Living in Space allows visitors to become International Space Station (ISS) crew members for a day ...
The Price of Children
The government recently calculated the cost of raising a child from birth to 18 and came up with $160,140 for a middle income family. Talk about sticker shock! That doesn't even touch college tuition. But, $160,140 isn't so bad if you break it down. It translates into:
· $8,896.66 a year· $741.3 month or * $171.08 a week.
· That's a mere $24.24 a day!
· Just over a dollar an hour.
Still, you might think the best financial advice is don't have ...
YOU WON!!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR WINNERS!!!!
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NIKKI R WON a 4 week Peachtree Fitness Program!!
STEPHANIE G WON A Family FUNtastic Bowling Package from Brunswick Zone!!
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Saturday, December 10 through Sunday, January 8 - Fernbank Winter Wonderland Celebration
Where: Fernbank Museum, 767 Clifton Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307-1274When: Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun 12-5pmWho: Everyone!How: Drop-in.Cost: FREE for Members; Non-members: Adults $17.50; Students & Seniors $16.50; Children 3-12 $15.50; 2 and under FREE!For more info: Call (404) 929-6300 or click here.
Saturday, December 31 through Monday, January 2 - FREE Kid's Admission To The High
Where: High Museum of Art; 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GAWhen: Museum Hours; Arts & Crafts 1-4pmWho: Artistic Kids!How: Show Up! NOTE: MUSEUM IS CLOSED ON JANUARY 1st!!Cost: FREE for kids 17 and under!!For more info: CLICK HERE for info on this
Monday, January 2 - Once Upon a Time...Exploring the World of Fairy Tales: New Exhibit at Imagine It!
Where: Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta; 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW; AtlantaWhen: See website for museum hoursWho: Recommended for Children 8 & under.How: Show Up/ Pay AdmissionCost: Regular admission is $12.50 plus tax for adults and children ages 2 and above; children under 2 are free.For more info: CLICK HERE for more information.
Monday, January 2 - "Living in Space" Exhibit
Where: Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford, Ga 30519When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday - Saturday)Who: Everyone!Cost: GEHC Members FREE! Gwinnett County Residents: Adults $7.50, Students (13-22 with student ID) $5.50, Children (3-12) $3.50, Children 2 and under FREE, Seniors (55+) $5.50, All others click here:For more info: Call 770-904-3500
Monday, January 2 - Magic Mondays at Atlanta History Center : Happy Holidays
Where: Atlanta History Center; 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305-1366When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: 18 mos to 5 years oldHow: Drop InCost: Admission, including sales tax, is free for adult members; $5.50 for children of members; $6.50 for nonmember adults; $5.50 for nonmember children.For more info: CLICK HERE for more information
Thursday, January 5 through Sunday, January 22 - Center for Puppetry Arts: The New Adventures of the Gingerbread Man
Where: Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30309When: Tues-Fri: 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.; Sat: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.; Sun: 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.Who: Everyone!!How: Show Runs Jan 5-22. ORDER TICKETS ONLINE AT WWW.PUPPET.ORG OR CALL THE TICKET SALES OFFICE AT: 404-873-3391.Cost: Tickets for patrons two and older are $16.50 and include admission to the performance and
admission to the Create-A-Puppet Workshop, where visitors can experience the thrill of puppetry by creating their own Gingerbread Man Shadow Puppet or pick up a Create-A-Puppet To-Go Kit to continue the fun at home!For more info: For more information, please call 404-873-3391 or visit www.puppet.org
Thursday, January 5 - Toddler Thursdays at the High Museum of Art
Where: The High Museum of Art: 1280 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta 30309When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Every Thursday)Who: Toddlers and young childrenHow: Drop-inCost: Program is included with admission tickets: Members FREE, Adults $18, Senior (65 and older) $15, Child (ages 6-17) $11, Child 5 and under FREEFor more info: Click here:
Saturday, January 7 - Home Depot Kids Workshop
Where: All Home Depot storesWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1st Saturday of every month)Who: Workshops teach children, ages 5-12, do-it-yourself skills, tool safety along and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment.How: Call the location nearest you for an advance reservation.Cost: FREE!! All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.For more info: CLICK HERE for a photo of the project and more information.
Saturday, January 7 - Studio Movie Grill Kidtoons
Where: Studio Movie Grill, 2880 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GAWhen: 11:00 AM (Everyday at 11AM)Who: The Whole Family!How: Drop-inCost: $2 per personFor more info: Click here:
Sunday, January 8 - Winnie the Pooh Auditions
Where: 12350-B Arnold Mill Rd, Suite 3, Alpharetta 30004When: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 5-14How: Click HERE for audition form.Cost: FREE!For more info: Call 770-664-2410 or click HERE
Monday, January 23 - MONDAY STORYTIMES
10:15 Toddler Time Ages:0-2
Autrey Mill Preserve, 9770 Autry Mill Rd, Johns Creek; Calendar, NOTE:ONLY 2/month; must register at 678-366-3511
10:30 Storytime & Craft Ages:3-5 Cost:$5 non-members, Adults FREE
Peachtree Corners Library, 5570 Spalding Dr, Norcross; 770-978-5154; Calendar
11:30 Toddler Time Ages:0-2
Where: See locations above.When: Same time each weekWho: Kids who love songs, stories, and flannel board rhymes with their caregivers.How: Drop-In. Reservations not required, but space is limited.Cost: FREE!! Unless noted otherwise.For more info: NOTE: MANY STORYTIMES ARE CANCELLED DURING THE HOLIDAYS. PLEASE CALL PHONE NUMBERS LISTED OR CHECK THE CALENDAR LINKS BEFORE YOU GO!!
Thursday, January 26 - THURSDAY STORYTIMES
Where: See locations above.When: Same time each weekWho: Kids who love songs, stories, and flannel board rhymes with their caregivers.How: Drop-In. Reservations not required, but space is limited.Cost: FREE!! Unless noted otherwise.For more info: NOTE: SOMETIMES STORYTIMES ARE CANCELLED. PLEASE CALL PHONE NUMBERS LISTED OR CHECK THE CALENDAR LINKS BEFORE YOU GO!!
Saturday, January 28 - SATURDAY STORYTIMES
Where: See locations above.When: Same time each weekWho: Kids who love songs, stories, and flannel board rhymes with their caregivers.How: Drop-In. Reservations not required, but space is limited.Cost: FREE!! Unless noted otherwise.For more info: NOTE: STORYTIMES ARE SOMETIMES CANCELLED. PLEASE CALL PHONE NUMBERS LISTED OR CHECK THE CALENDAR LINKS BEFORE YOU GO!!
Wednesday, February 1 - WEDNESDAY STORYTIMES
10:15 Ages 3-5
Donna's Storytime, 45 South Cafe, Downtown Norcross;770-409-4009
10:00 All Ages
Northeast/SpruillOaks Library, 9560 Spruill Rd, Johns Creek; 770-360-8820; Calendar
10:15 Toddlers & Preschoolers
11:15 Toddlers & Preschoolers
Ocee Branch Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Johns Creek; 770-360-8897; Calendar
10:30 Toddlers Ages:24 to 36 mos
Norcross Library, 6025 Buford Hwy, Norcross; Calendar
11:30 Preschool Ages: 3-5
Where: See locations above.When: Same time each weekWho: Kids who love songs, stories, and flannel board rhymes with their caregivers.How: Drop-In. Reservations not required, but space is limited.Cost: FREE!! Unless noted otherwise.For more info: NOTE: SOMETIMES STORYTIMES ARE CANCELLED. PLEASE CALL PHONE NUMBERS LISTED OR CHECK THE CALENDAR LINKS BEFORE YOU GO!!
Tuesday, January 10 - Ga Aquarium- Home School Day
These 45 minute Instructor-Led programs provide a focused learning opportunity where students can expand their understanding of aquatic ecosystems. Where: Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Sr,NW, Atlanta 30313When: 1:45 PM - 2:30 PM (See Website - No Scuba Claus on Mondays or Tuesdays)Who: Home school children K- 12.How: Must make reservation 2 weeks in advance by calling 404-581-4121Cost: $12 per student and includes Aquarium Admission. This program is aligned to the GPS and includes a downloadable Teacher guide with pre and post activities. Click HERE for programs and schedule.
Thursday, January 12 - Toddler Thursdays at the High Museum of Art
Where: The High Museum of Art: 1280 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta 30309When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Every Thursday)Who: Toddlers and young childrenHow: Drop-inCost: Program is included with admission tickets: Members FREE, Adults $18, Senior (65 and older) $15, Child (ages 6-17) $11, Child 5 and under FREEFor more info: Click here:
Saturday, January 14 through Sunday, January 22 - Annie
Where: Fox TheatreWhen: See website for showtimesWho: Everyone!How: Purchase tickets HERE.Cost: $25.00 and up (check www.goldstar.com/Atlanta for half-price tickets!)For more info: Click HERE
Saturday, January 14 - Golden Spike Train Show
Where: North Atlanta Trade Center, 1700 jeurgens Court, NorcrossWhen: n/aWho: Everyone!How: Show UpCost: TBAFor more info: TBA
Saturday, January 14 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics - Castle
Where: All Lowe's StoresWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Crafty kidsHow: Register in Advance Here. - register early to avoid all spaces being full!Cost: FREE! Each participant receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.For more info: Click here.
Saturday, January 14 - Monster Jam Trucks at Georgia Dome
Where: Georgia DomeWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Monster truck fans!How: Purchase tickets HERE.Cost: Starting at $15For more info: Click HERE.
FREE Orchid and Houseplants Class this Saturday!
Pike Nurseries Invites Area Residents to Beat the Winter Blues,
Spruce up Homes with FREE Class on Bringing Color Indoors this Season
Garden Experts Offer Tips to Get Growing with Vibrant Orchids and Houseplants
As temperatures continue to cool, Pike Nurseries is helping bring warmth into the home with tips and tricks to beat the winter blues. Some of the most vibrant ways to cozy up interiors this season can be found in exotic orchids and colorful houseplants. On Saturday, January 7, Pike Nurseries helps homeowners get growing with a FREE customer class at 10:00 a.m.
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