Children’s Story Time at FoxTale Book Shoppe
WHEN: Monday, October 24th 11am
WHERE: 105 East Main Street, #138, Woodstock, GA 30188
In the Children’s Room at the FoxTale Book Shoppe. We read books appropriate for the child’s age, and there is no age limit (really). There is a dance/sing period following the reading, followed by tattoos and stickers before the children leave. We love the kids and they have a lot of fun– We know WE do!
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Scarecrows in the Garden at Atlanta Botanical Garden
WHEN: Tuesday, October 25th
WHERE: 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30309
Scarecrows in the Garden, Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition, returns for another season of spooky, kooky fun. Every October the Garden is stuffed with more than 100 scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations.
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Ultimate Playdate at East Cobb Park
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26th 4-7pm
WHERE: 3322 Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30062
The popular seasonal event known as the Ultimate Playdate encourages families to take an outdoor break for some fresh air and family-friendly music. Jay Memory, founding member of the national act Memory Dean, performs old favorites and leads children in sing-alongs.
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Decorate a Pumpkin at Alpharetta Community Center
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26th 10:00am
Children of all ages are invited to Decorate a Pumpkin with paint, glitter, markers and much more! The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department will host this event on Wednesday, October 26, 2011, from 10am to 2pm. Pre-registration is required. Bring your own pumpkin and we will supply the rest. All pre-registered participants will receive a Halloween surprise.
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Toddler Thursdays at The HIGH Museum of Art
WHEN: Thursday, October 27th 10am-11am
WHERE: 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30309
Orange – Paper-bag pumpkins for everyone! It won’t be a pumpkin you can carve, but you can paint a silly, happy, goofy, or funny face on it. No registration required. Free with museum admission. Free for members. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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BOOOO! Make a Spooky Trick-or-Treat Bag at Alpharetta Arts Center at Crabapple Government Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 27th 10:30am
WHERE: 12624 Broadwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004
“BOOOO! Make a Spooky Trick-or-Treat Bag, ” an art workshop sponsored by Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department, will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2011, at the Alpharetta Arts Center at Crabapple Government Center. Children age 3 to 6 years, accompanied by an adult, will decorate their own ghoulish trick-or-treat bags for all of their Halloween goodies. Treats will be given to all registered participants. The program cost is $10 per City resident and $15 per Non-City resident.
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Jr. SPOOKY MILL at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve
WHEN: Friday, October 28th 11am-2pm
WHERE: 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022
Preschooler Halloween activities, crafts, games, and “Itsy Bitsy Hike”. FREE entry. Tickets available for purchase on-site (cash only) for activities.
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“Kiddie Gardeners” Series at Smith Gilbert Gardens
WHEN: Friday, October 28th 10am
WHERE: 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, Georgia 30152
Every Second and Fourth Friday is a time for kids 3-5 years old to come and hear a garden related story, activity and walk around the gardens. Reservations are required and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Homeschool Day: Pablo Picasso at The HIGH Museum of Art
WHEN: Friday, October 28th 10am – 5pm
WHERE: 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30309
Enjoy programs and discounts just for homeschool families on this special day, where we’ll focus on the art of Pablo Picasso. Available for walk-up tickets only, no advance registration is necessary.
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The Haunted Trail at Roosevelt Stables
WHEN: Friday, October 28th 7pm-11pm
WHERE: 2970 Ga. Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Pumpkin Ride & Tales from the Haunted Trail is coming to Roosevelt Stables, featuring the headless horseman, pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, hayride and snacks.
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Halloween Hayrides at Red Top Mountain State Park
WHEN: Friday, October 28th 7pm
WHERE: 50 Lodge Rd SE, Cartersville, GA United States 30121
Take a “spooktacular” hayride through the town of Ravenwood and listen closely as storytellers bring ghosts and goblins to life around a campfire. Suitable for all ages. Space is limited and reservations are required. Hayrides leave at 7, 7:40, 8:20 and 9 pm. $8, 2 and younger free. $5 parking.
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Halloween Hikes at Chattahoochee Nature Center
WHEN: Friday October 28th and Saturday 29th at 7-10pm
WHERE: 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell, GA 30075
Friday and Saturday, October 21, 22, 28, 29, 7pm, All Ages, $8 per person (children 2 and under free). Join CNC for this annual fundraiser! Explore the grounds and meet costume characters along the way.
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Boo at the Zoo at Zoo Atlanta
WHEN: Saturday, October 29th and Sunday October 30th from 10am to 3pm
WHERE: 800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival returns for just four days! Explore magical paths, sample sweet treats*, meet the whimsical characters of Zoo Boo Town, and much more on two enchanted weekends with more than 1,000 animals from around the world. Don’t forget your costume! Activities run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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A Special Spooky Storytime! Goodnight Goon A Parody at Barnes & Noble
WHEN: Saturday, October 29th 11am
WHERE: (1) 50 Barrett Pkwy Suite 3000 Bldg. 3, Marietta, GA 30066, (2) 2205 Pleasant Hill Rd. Ste 100 Duluth, GA 30096, (3) 1939 Mount Zion Road, Morrow, GA 30260, (4) 1442 Turner-McCall Blvd, Rome, GA 30161, (5) 342 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, GA 30265, (6) 3333 Buford Drive Space VA01, Buford, GA 30519
Come dressed in your costumes and enjoy treats (but no tricks!) as we celebrate Halloween with some of our favorite stories, including Goodnight Goon!
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Pumpkins In The Park at Piedmont Park
WHEN: Saturday, October 29th 9am- 1pm
WHERE: 1071 Piedmont Ave NE. Atlanta GA 30309
Fall is just around the corner and pumpkins are the fruit of the season. Pick up a pumpkin at the Green Market, or bring one from home. We’ll supply the carving and decoration supplies and a place to make a mess. Piedmont Park Conservancy offers the best family fun in Atlanta!
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Halloween Festival at George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge
WHEN: Saturday, October 29th
WHERE: 330 Bagby Parkway, Fort Gaines, GA 39851
Join us as we celebrate Halloween with Hayrides, our Famous Haunted House, Carnival Games, Cake Walk, Face Painting and Ghost Stories around a campfire while sipping warm cider. Remember to dress for the costume contest. There’s also a Ghoulish Menu in the park’s Pilothouse Restaurant for Starving Little Monsters. Tickets required and may be purchased at the Group Shelter. $1 per 4 tickets; One to four tickets required per event. $5 parking.
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Georgia A-Scary-Um at Georgia Aquarium
WHEN: Saturday, October 29th & Sunday the 30th
WHERE: 225 Baker St. NW Atlanta, GA 30313
Join us this Halloween, when the Georgia Aquarium will become the Georgia A-Scary-Um! All kids 12 and under in costume will receive free general admission.* Get in the spirit with Georgia A-Scary-Um, which will be decked out with Halloween decorations. Visit the trick-or-treat candy stations in each gallery while Halloween music plays throughout the world’s largest aquarium. Then, participate in the Halloween-themed arts and crafts tables and costume contests throughout the day!
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