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Summertime Family Fun Activities from AlpharettaMoms.Org
Summer family events around and about Alpharetta include outdoor concerts, indoor family flicks, outdoor family movie nights, library events and more!
Alpharetta and the surrounding communities have to so much to offer throughout the summer. On these pages you’ll find activities that are appropriate for all ages - from summer family flicks indoor and out, library events, outdoor concerts and more!
Summer Family Flicks Movie Schedule
Every week through most of July, almost every theatre offers morning times to take the kiddos to see pre-released movies at a discounted price. Some movies are $1, some $2 and for the most part they offer a way a change of scenery, especially if it’s a gray day! Here is the list of local theatres, movies and times for our summer enjoyment!
Aurora Cineplex Roswell $2 Movie Ticket $3 Snack Pack Monday – Friday at 10 a.m. ALL Summer
June 7 – 13 Rio (G)
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June 14 – 20 Monsters vs Aliens (PG)
June 21 – 27 Despicable Me (PG)
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June 28 – July 4 Ice Age 4 – Continental Drift (PG)
July 5 – 11 Horton Hears a Who (G)
July 12 – 18 Shrek 4 – Final Chapter (PG)
July 19 – 25 The Smurfs (PG)
Aug 2 – 9 How to Train Your Dragon (G)
Carmike Cinemas Movies 400 Cumming FREE Movies June 4 – August 8th. Every Tuesday & Thursday at 10 a.m.
Bring a can good for the food drive and receive a free 53 oz popcorn. A kids tray with popcorn, drink, and candy will also be available for $4 as well.
All movies rated PG or G.
June 11 & 13: Smurfs 2D
June 18 & 20: Hotel Transylvania
June 25 & 27: Ice Age Continental Drift
July 2 & 4: Rio
July 9 & 11: Horton Hears a Who
July 16 & 18: Madagascar 3
July 23 & 25: Happy Feet II
July 30 & August 1: Yogi Bear
August 6 & 8: Disney’s Chimpanzee
Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express (Closest to Alpharetta are UA North Point and Regal Medlock Crossing) Tuesday & Wednesday at 10 a.m. for 9 weeks. $1 Admission and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute
Studio Movie Grill Alpharetta/Roswell Monday – Friday 11 a.m. $1 child $2 adult tickets at the box office only
June 10 – 14 Clifford’s Really Big Movie
June 17 – 21 Despicable Me
June 24 – 28 How to Train Your Dragon
July 1 – 5 The Lorax
July 8 – 12 The Muppets Take Manhattan
July 15 – 19 Open Season
July 22 – 26 Sesame Street: Follow That Bird
July 29 – Aug 2 Shrek
Aug 5 – 9 Veggie Tales: Pirates That Don’t Do Anything
2013 Free Outdoor Movies
Summertime in Alpharetta brings outdoor fun and movies are a big part of local activities planned. Locations such as Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Duluth, Canton, Woodstock, Dunwoody and more offer opportunities to bring the family out for an evening of FREE movies under the stars! Here is the list we have gathered so far and we will continue to update as more movies are announced! Click HERE for tips to prepare from Southern Outdoor Cinema before you go to an outdoor movie.
June 15 Movie: Rise of the Guaridans Location: Rhodes Jordan Park Lawrenceville
B98.5 and Arrow Exterminators annual series of outdoor movies. 100 E Crogan St. 30046
June 28 Movie: Men in Black III (starts approximately at 8:30 pm) Location: Downtown Alpharetta on Old Roswell Street
The City of Alpharetta presents Movies Off Main!
Bring your family out to downtown Alpharetta to relax, take a break from your hectic schedule, and watch a movie! It’s a family-fun event where you can come and watch a FREE movie! Pre-show festivities will begin one hour prior with music, kids’ activities, and theater style concessions.
June 29 Movie: Life of Pi Location: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Alpharetta at Encore Park
The free outdoor movie series is sponsored by Northside Hospital Forsyth, Southern Outdoor Cinema and Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park. “Movies in the Park™, Atlanta’s most family-friendly outdoor movie series is also in Dawsonville, Cumming, Canton and Woodstock. FAN “Georgia Movies in the Park” on Facebook for more details and also on AlpharettaMoms.Org!
July 19 Movie: Trouble with the Curve Location: Dawson County Middle School
Made in GA Outdoor Movie Tour movie. Sponsored by: Northside Hospital Forsyth, Dawson County Chamber of Commerce and Office of Tourism Development, Dawson County Arts Council and Southern Outdoor Cinema
July 21 Movie: TBA Location: Cumming/Forsyth @ Cumming Fairgrounds
Georgia Movies in the Park
July 27 Movie: The Croods Location: Lillian Webb Park Norcross
B98.5 and Arrow Exterminators annual series of outdoor movies. 5 College Street 30071
July 26 Movie: Jack the Giant Slayer (starts approximately at 8:30 pm) Location: Downtown Alpharetta on Old Roswell Street
The City of Alpharetta presents Movies Off Main!
Bring your family out to downtown Alpharetta to relax, take a break from your hectic schedule, and watch a movie! It’s a family-fun event where you can come and watch a FREE movie! Pre-show festivities will begin one hour prior with music, kids’ activities, and theater style concessions.
August 2 Movie: Parental Guidance Location: Wills Park Pool
Dive In Movie at Alpharetta City Pool
The public is invited to join in poolside with floats and enjoy a popular family movie on the big screen. This event is free to 2013 pool pass holders. General pool admission is $3 per person. Movie begins at dusk. In case of inclement weather on “movie day,” call the pool rainout hotline at 678-297-6108 for updated plans.
August 3 Movie: The Croods Location: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park
The free outdoor movie series is sponsored by Northside Hospital Forsyth, Southern Outdoor Cinema and Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park. “Movies in the Park™, Atlanta’s most family-friendly outdoor movie series is also in Dawsonville, Cumming, Canton and Woodstock. FAN “Georgia Movies in the Park” on Facebook for more details and check back on AlpharettaMoms.Org for as well!
August 10 Movie: The Croods Location: Canton
Movies in the Park™ returns to North Georgia for another year of free outdoor movies under the stars. The multi-city outdoor movie tour features free children’s activities and family-friendly outdoor movies which are shown in unique and historic settings around Atlanta.
The Canton series which is Sponsored by Northside Hospital Cherokee in association with Southern Outdoor Cinema and The City of Canton, will be hosted in the heart of downtown Canton at Browns Park located off of Elizabeth Street. The park, which is the former site of Governor Brown home, features views of the 1925 City Hall as well as a Memorial Arch (dedicated in 1923).
Movies in the Park™ is Atlanta’s most kid-friendly outdoor movie series. All movies are shown in high-definition on Southern Outdoor Cinema’s giant inflatable movie screens just before sundown in picturesque venues. Free pre-movie activities kick off one hours before movie start and include face-painting byFancyFaces4u.com. Families are encouraged to bring blankets or low-back lawn chairs. Movie snacks will be available during the movie.
August 10 Movie: The Croods Location: Riverside Park Roswell
B98.5 and Arrow Exterminators annual series of outdoor movies 575 Riverside Road 30075
August 10 Movie: TBA Location: Cumming/Forsyth @ Cumming Fairgrounds
Georgia Movies in the Park brings us a fun, exciting evening under the stars!
August 23 Movie: Oz the Great and Powerful (starts approx. 8:15 pm) Location: Downtown Alpharetta on Old Roswell Street
The City of Alpharetta presents Movies Off Main!
Bring your family out to downtown Alpharetta to relax, take a break from your hectic schedule, and watch a movie! It’s a family-fun event where you can come and watch a FREE movie! Pre-show festivities will begin one hour prior with music, kids’ activities, and theater style concessions.
August 24 Movie: Sandlot Location: Friendship Community Park Milton
B98.5 and Arrow Exterminators annual series of outdoor movies. 12785 Birmingham Hwy 30004
August 31 Movie: TBA Location: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park
The free outdoor movie series is sponsored by Northside Hospital Forsyth, Southern Outdoor Cinema and Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park. “Movies in the Park™, Atlanta’s most family-friendly outdoor movie series is also in Dawsonville, Cumming, Canton and Woodstock. FAN “Georgia Movies in the Park” on Facebook for more details and check back on AlpharettaMoms.Org for updates!
September 7 Movie: TBD Location: Canton
Movies in the Park annual series of outdoor movies. Sponsored by Northside Hospital Cherokee.
September 27 Movie: The Avengers (starts approx. 7:30 pm) Location: Downtown Alpharetta on Old Roswell Street
The City of Alpharetta presents Movies Off Main!
Bring your family out to downtown Alpharetta to relax, take a break from your hectic schedule, and watch a movie! It’s a family-fun event where you can come and watch a FREE movie! Pre-show festivities will begin one hour prior with music, kids’ activities, and theater style concessions.
October 12 Movie: TBD Location: Canton
Movies in the Park annual series of outdoor movies. Sponsored by Northside Hospital Cherokee.
October 25 Movie: Warm Bodies (starts approx. 7 pm) Location: Downtown Alpharetta on Old Roswell Street
The City of Alpharetta presents Movies Off Main!
Bring your family out to downtown Alpharetta to relax, take a break from your hectic schedule, and watch a movie! It’s a family-fun event where you can come and watch a FREE movie! Pre-show festivities will begin one hour prior with music, kids’ activities, and theater style concessions.
Public Pools, Lazy Rivers and Spraygrounds
North Fulton is home to some amazing public pools, many with fun lazy rivers, slides and more family fun. There are several spraygrounds in addition to pools that offer a great reprieve from the summer heat. Below is a list of pools we are aware of, please let us know if we are missing anything!
Cumming Aquatic Center Cumming/Forsyth County
Outdoor leisure pool open weekends May 11 – 19 (one session from 1 – 6pm). Open daily May 25 – August 7.
The center, which besides the 120,000-gallon outdoor pool, also boosts a 50-meter competition pool and a physical therapy pool inside, debuted last June. The outdoor pool offers a 156 foot water slide, splash play area and lazy river and will be constantly staffed by seven lifeguards.
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Saturday with two sessions each day with each requiring a separate admission fee.
Session times are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, the pool offers just one session from 1 to 6 p.m.
Call for pricing 770-781-1781 201 Aquatic Circle Cumming 30040
Lake Lanier Islands Beach and Water Park - Family Fun Park at Lanier World
Wild Waves is a wave pool designed for guests of all ages. Float into Hollywood at Dive-In Movie Nights to see a special family-friendly flick on their 200-foot outdoor movie screen, which you can watch from in the pool at Wild Waves! Raging River – tackle the sharp turns and relentless rapids of their river by yourself or with a companion. If you need to fuel up before moving on, stop by the Islands Grill or Midway Treats, two Lanier World dining venues offering everything from funnel cakes to char-grilled hamburgers.
Old Atlanta Park Spray Pad Across from Lambert High School Forsyth County
Hours of operation: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. On Mondays, the spray pad is closed for maintenance and private rentals.
Daily admission: $2 per person (one year old and up); annual individual passes ($30) and annual family passes ($50) will also be available.
This is a 39 acre park at 810 Nichols Road. For more information on park and splash pad, Click HERE for the Facebook page. (picture from Old Atlanta Park and Rec Facebook Page)
Opening Memorial Day Weekend, two spraygrounds offer a variety of spray features, concession stands, and a rental pavilion. Daily Fees apply or purchase a Splash Pass good for both spraygrounds. Add a Roswell Area Park Pool option. Adults not entering the water with paid child and infants are free. Private Rentals, pavilion rentals and birthday parties at both locations are available. Click HERE for more information.
1) Splash n Play at Riverside Park Hours of Operation: 10 a.m – 7 pm
Closed Tuesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals Daily Admission: $1 per person, 1 year old and up 575 Riverside Road Roswell 30075 770-594-6188 2) The Spray Station at East Roswell Park Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. – 7 pm Closed Wednesdays for maintenance and Private Rentals Daily Admission: $1 per person, 1 year old and up 9000 Fouts Road, Roswell, GA, 30076
770-594-6188
West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center Norcross
Features: Indoor 25-yard by 25-meter competition pool with 750-seat spectator area and instructional pool that is open year round. Outdoor leisure pool features a zero-depth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel, bubble bench, vortex, spray bar, and water play structures that is open during summer. (Love this place – lazy river, slides, zero entry, indoor pools – check for hours and payment) Hours of Operation: Summer hours not yet available online Daily Admission: 3 and under $3.25 Gwinnett resident/ Non-Gwinnett Resident Ages 4 – 10 : $4.25/$8.25 Ages 11 – 49: $5.50/$10.50 Ages 50 and up: $3.25/$6.25 4488 Peachtree Industrial Industrial Boulevard 30071 678-407-8801 Wills Park Pool Alpharetta May 19 through August 4th: Wills Park offers a large swimming pool with High and Low diving boards. The kiddie pool is being replaced by a splash pad (thanks S Lee Guy with Roots in Alpharetta!) . There is also a concession stand on the pool grounds offering food, drinks and popsicles at reasonable prices.
- Hours of Operation:
Tuesday – Friday Noon – 5pm and 7:30 – 9pm
Saturday 10 a.m. – 8pm
Sunday Noon – 8pmDaily Admission: $3 per person per day. Children under 3 are FREE. Season passes available.
Click HERE for additional information. Also, check the Calendar of events page for their Dive-In movie series. On select Friday nights throughout the summer bring the family to swim and watch a movie poolside.
Summer Outdoor Concerts
This summer promises to be filled with nights of music and entertainment! There are several local establishments and venues with a schedule to keep your calendar full! James Casto is a famous local singer who will be singing at Chattahoochee Nature Center and at Chukkar Farms each month outside. Tickets are available online and on links below.
Alive After Five Historic Downtown Roswell June 20 next date
Alive After 5 takes place on the 3rd Thursday of each month from through October from 5-9pm on the streets of Historic Roswell. The free Trolley runs from Magnolia street thru the District and connects to the City Hall parking lot where there are over 400 parking spaces. Each month, 5-6 singer/songwriters will be showcased. After each artist plays, they will head over to The Roswell Tap for more music.
Wells Fargo Concerts in the Garden returns to Atlanta’s most popular outdoor music venue this summer for its 11th annual season. This year’s exciting lineup features eight great acts – all performed on the Great Lawn:
- June 23 – Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
- June 28 – The B-52s
- July 12 – The Carolina Chocolate Drops with Keller Williams
- July 19 – Boz Scaggs
- July 26 – An Evening with Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group SOLD OUT!
- August 9 – Mary Chapin Carpenter & Shawn Colvin
- August 10 – Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers with Railroad Earth
- August 18 – Roger Hodgson: The Legendary Voice of Supertramp & Band
Gates open at 7 p.m., and shows begin at 8 p.m. Parking is available for $10. Seating is general admission, and ticketholders are welcome to bring blankets or low-rise chairs. Cash bars will be available, and dinner may be purchased from MetroFresh in the Garden.
Chattahoochee Nature Center Home by Dark Concert Series on First Fridays with James Casto
James Casto is a Georgia based singer-songwriter. Home by Dark Series dates are 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6 and 10/4. Bring food, invite your friends and enjoy an incredible night of music in a unforgettable setting.
Home by Dark Concert Series Chukkar Farms Alpharetta James Casto performer
Home by Dark features the best performing songwriters and musicians in the country. 2013 marks their 7th year of concerts. Tables can be rented that seat 2, 4, 6, and 8. If you need something larger than 8, let them know. Table reservations include table and chairs. The food is up to you
HOME BY DARK is a “listening room” event. Guests are expected to refrain from conversation during the performance. Events are rain or shine. All tables are located under the pavilion unless otherwise noted. Gates open 90 minutes before scheduled start time.
General Admission seating is located outside of the pavilion. No seating is provided for G.A. tickets, so bring chairs, blankets, etc. just no large tables. Personal/TV Tray size ONLY. All sales are final.
Concert dates are June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5 and November 2. All times start at 8pm except the Nov. 2 date which begins at 7p.m. James Casto to perform at all dates with other musicians.
Moonlight & Music Concert Series Gwinnett Historic Courthouse lawn located in Downtown Lawrenceville
Last Friday of each month from May through September at 8 pm. The annual concert series features popular local and regional bands from a wide variety of musical themes in a casual and relaxed outdoor setting. Bring chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy the free concerts provided by Lawrenceville Tourism & Trade Association and various sponsors. The concerts are FREE outdoor lawn events but reserved tables for six can be rented beginning at $65+ by contacting the Lawrenceville Visitors Center at 678.226.2639. The lawn and table seating are available starting at 6:00 p.m.
- June 28 – Abbey Road LIVE! (Beatles tribute)
- July 26 – Randall Bramblett Band (Americana singer-songwriter)
- August 30 – Yacht Rock Schooner (70′s FM radio hits/variety) September 27 – Electric Avenue (80′s MTV synthesizer pop band)
Under the Pines at Matilda’s Concert Series Alpharetta
Welcome to the fabulously funky world of Matilda’s Cottage. Set on 3 ½ acres among tall pines just south of downtown Alpharetta and adjacent to Wills Park, Matilda’s offers live outdoor music “Under the Pines” throughout the spring and summer months. Bring your lawn chairs, a picnic and even your dog for an unforgettably laid back evening of entertainment. All concerts start at 8 p.m. Bring your own food and drinks. Purchase tickets at the door for $15. Kids under 16 are free when accompanied by a parent. Saturday, June 8, 2013: Mama’s Blue Dress Saturday, June 15, 2013: Second-Hand Swagger Saturday, June 22, 2013: Mudcat Saturday, June 29, 2013: Cumberland Collective Saturday, July 6, 2013: Villain Family Saturday, July 13, 2013: Waller Saturday, July 20, 2013: Mike Willis Saturday, July 27, 2013: Swami Gone Bananas
Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival at the Fox Theater
The Fox Theatre kicks off the 2013 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival in June with six Oscar-winning films – the adventure classic Raiders of the Lost Ark, the 10th Anniversary of Finding Nemo, two of this year’s “Best Picture” nominees Les Misérables and Django Unchained, the Director’s Cut of Lawrence of Arabia, and the romantic comedy Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
Direct from movie theatres, the fantasy adventure, Oz the Great and Powerful, the story of Jackie Robinson 42, and the animated comedy adventure, The Croods will all play on the Fox Theatre’s 26 feet high x 56’8 wide big screen. The Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival will also include the 50th Anniversary of The Birds and the popular Saturday Morning Cartoons.
In addition to seeing a movie on the biggest screen in Atlanta, the Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival offers a magical pre-show experience that includes a sing-along with the Mighty Mo organ and a vintage cartoon.
Tickets are now available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office and may be purchased online at www.foxatltix.com or 855-ATL-TIXX. All tickets are general admission. Adult tickets are $6 between May 10 and May 31, and $10 from June 1 through the movie date. Kids under 12 and seniors (ages 65 and up) are only $5. All tickets for the Saturday morning cartoons are $5. Special $5 parking will be offered in select Lanier lots around the Fox Theatre, while spaces are available. For additional information on the movies or parking, please visit www.foxtheatre.org.
2013 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival
June Schedule:
Raiders of the Lost Ark Friday, June 14 at 7:30 PM
Saturday Morning Cartoons Saturday, June 15 at 10 AM
Oz the Great and Powerful Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 PM
42 Friday, June 21 at 7:30 PM
Finding Nemo (10th Anniversary) Saturday, June 22 at 2 PM
Les Misérables Saturday, June 22 at 7:30 PM
The Birds (50th Anniversary) Sunday, June 23 at 4 PM
July Schedule:
Django Unchained Friday, July 26 at 7:30 PM
The Croods Saturday, July 27 at 2 PM
Lawrence of Arabia Sunday, July 28 at 4 PM
August Schedule:
TBA Friday, August 16 at 7:30 PM
Saturday Morning Cartoons Saturday, August 17 at 10 AM
TBA Saturday, August 17 at 7:30 PM
Breakfast at Tiffany’s Sunday, August 18 at 4 PM
TBA Thursday, August 29 at 7:30 PM
About the Fox Theatre
The fabulous Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s premiere venues for live entertainment and was declared a Top Stop of the Decade by Venues Today Magazine and the #1 non-residency venue worldwide for the decade by Billboard Magazine. In addition, The Fox Theatre was nominated for Theatre of the Year by Billboard and Pollstar Magazines, and awarded the Outstanding Historic Theatre of the Year award in 2011 by the League of Historic American Theatres.
Tickets for all events are available at The Fox Theatre Ticket Office, online at www.FoxAtlTix.com, and at all Atlanta Ticket Alternative locations including Whole Foods Markets, or toll free at 855-ATL-TIXX. For group sales information contact The Fox Theatre at (404) 881-2000, or visit The Fox Theatre website at www.foxtheatre.org. The Fox Theatre is located at 660 Peachtree Street NE.
Free and Fun Library Events
Local libraries are some of the best places to take your children for FREE events throughout the summer as well as to check out reading books! We have compiled a list of activities by library, then date. Check to see if there is a RSVP or first come first serve on certain popular events. We will have a separate article for teen activies.
Northeast Spruill Oaks 2013 Summer Programs North Fulton Area
Atlanta-Fulton County Library System
Northeast Spruill Oaks Library
9560 Spruill Rd. Johns Creek, GA
ph: 770-360-8820 fax: 770-360-8823 NE/Spruill Oaks Facebook page
email: terra.cribbs@fultoncountyga.gov
*****Reptile guys, Reptile wrangler and Zoo Atlanta are 1st come 1st serve first until capacity is reached.*****
Monday, June 10 Magic Man Bill Packard
10:30 a.m.
Magic, Fun and Stories
All ages
Monday, June 10 Target Family Read Night present Picadilly Puppets
10:30 a.m.
Enjoy and educational puppet that will stretch your imagination to unbelievable heights
Complimentary book provided by Target.
All ages
Thursday, June 13 Dwayne Reynolds Balloon Show
Come and be amazed!
Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek 30022
For information call 770.360.8822
Monday, June 17 Dr. Tom Comedy, Mime and Theater Show
10:30 a.m. Ages 5 – 12
In an innovative blend of European style clowning, illusionary technique, and stand-up comedy, Dr. Tom presents mime as an accessible and vital art form.
Tuesday, June 18 Ron Anglin, Juggler
10:30 a.m. Ages 5 – 12
Watch juggling feats and mastery that teach and entertain.
Thursday, June 20 Lingual Kids
10:30 a.m. All ages
Lively music, hands-on activities and engaging storytelling.
Monday, June 24 Celeste Alina Music
10:30 a.m. Ages through 9 years/family
Monday, June 24 Target Family Read Night presents Celeste Alina Music
6:30 pm. All ages
Learn stories about latin culture through music
Complimentary book provided by Target.
Wednesday, June 26 Zoo Atlanta
10:30 and 11:30 a.m.
Trained educator presents an exciting program using live animals, bio facts like bones and fun activities.
Registration Required
Thursday, June 27 Target Family Read Night features Tafari’s Folk Tales
2:00 p.m. All ages
Enjoy award-winning storyteller,Tafari as he brings his stories to life right before your eyes.
Complimentary book provided by Target.
Monday, July 8 Arthur Atsma Magic
10:30 a.m. Ages 5 – 12
Wonderful, unique magic show!
Wednesday, July 10 Inflatable Zoo with Adam Komesar
This show is packed with music, comedy, and hilarious magic.
Monday, July 15 Piccadilly Puppets
10:30 a.m. Ages 5-12
Creative and entertaining puppet show.
Monday, July 15 Target Family Read Night presents Flamenco Dancers
6:30 p.m. All ages
Inspired by traditional dances of Spain, you’ll be mesmerized by rhythmic dances, their artistic beauty and grace.
Complimentary book provided by Target.
Monday – Friday, July 15-19 Summer Bridge Camp for Children and Teens
4 p.m.
Playing Bridge is a wonderful way to improve math and logic skills…and it’s fun! Children and teens are invited to join us for the week-long, two hour daily Bridge Camp. In the Community Room. Ages 8-18. Registration required.
Tuesday, July 16 Reptile Wrangler w/ Ken Panse
Featuring live reptile animals and petting.
@10:30 a.m. all ages
Thursday, July 18 Lingual Kids
10:30 a.m.
Lively music, hands-on activities and engaging storytelling. All ages
For information call 770.360.8820
Monday, July 22 D’Vante Parks Magic Show
featuring magic and fun for the whole family
@10:30 a.m. all ages
Monday, July 29 Lee Bryan, That Puppet Guy
10:30 a.m.
Very original puppet performance by Lee Bryan.
Alpharetta Branch Summer Programs 2013
Alpharetta Branch Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
238 Canton Street Alpharetta 30009
For information call 770.740.2425
Wednesday, June 12 Treasures from Around the World
1:30 p.m. Ages 3-10
Join storyteller Barry Stewart Mann on a journey exploring a variety of stories about the land and all it holds: Travel around the world with stories from Australia to Africa. Set against a tapestry map of the world, the program will include puppetry, masks, music, and plenty of participation.
Thursday, June 13 Mood Cookies
3:00 p.m.
Express yourself with cookies! Let your inner artist show what’s beneath the surface. Use icing as your paints and cookies as your canvas. Teens. Space is limited. Registration recommended. Registration will begin May 23.
Monday, June 17 I Really Dig Reading! Comedy Magic Show
3:30 p.m. Ages 3-10
Join international performing artist/magician/storyteller/musician, Arthur Atsma, as he shares and inspires everyone to “Dig into Reading!” His performance is filled with amazing interactive comedy magic, intriguing stories, original ambient folk music, and lots of audience interaction. A multitude of amazing comedy magic tricks themed around digging for treasure, underground animals that dig, and just plain digging to read! The magic moves fast and will amaze and entertain parents and children of all ages! “When you dig, you find treasure!”
Tuesday, June 25 Summer Sing Along with Alina Celeste
10:30 am Registration will begin June 4.
Alina Celeste is a popular music teacher and performer in Los Angeles, and is bringing her fun and eclectic mix of genres and styles on the road. Alina emphasizes traditional songs with a modern twist and original songs aimed at bringing families together and providing joy and self-expression to kids everywhere; don’t be surprised if you find yourself dancing and clapping along, and leave singing! Ages 0-5. Space is limited Registration is recommended.
Wednesday, July 10 Atlanta Zoo Zoomobile
11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Ages 3-10
Representatives from the Atlanta Zoo visit the library. Families will be introduced to amazing animals. Space is limited. Reservations required. Sign ups will begin June 5.
Wednesday, July 17 Digger Bill
1:30 p.m. Ages 3-10
Bill Packard magician and storyteller invites you to meet his new character, Digger Bill. Come play in the dirt with Digger Bill as he digs underground to meet the animals who live there, digs tunnels through the earth to mine for precious metals, digs through layers of rock for dinosaur bones, digs into the past to research ancient artifacts, digs for buried treasure, lays a foundation for learning, and sows seeds of knowledge.
Wednesday, July 24 Digging Around Stories
1:30 p.m. Ages 3-10
Join us for great stories and great storytelling. “Sista Luv Drop” will excite your imagination and thrill you with stories through drumming, songs, music and dance.
Thursday, August 1 Dig into Reading
2:00 p.m. Ages 3-10
The Dr. Magical Balloons Festively Fantastic, Phantasmagorical, Fun Time, Balloon Show. Join Dewayne Reynolds for big digging machines, hungry golems, buried treasure and more!
Tuesday, August 6 Jammin’ with Ms. Jennifer for Babies and Caregivers
10:30 a.m. Ages 0-2
Ms. Jennifer is an Early Childhood Music Specialist, Registered Music Together Teacher & has been singin’ & jammin’ with Atlanta area families for 14 years. Music develops a broad range of life skills: language, vocabulary & reasoning, self-confidence, coordination, turn-taking, impulse-control.
Space is limited. Reservations recommended. Registration will begin July 16.
Tuesday, August 6 Jammin’ with Ms. Jennifer for Preschoolers and Caregivers
11:15 a.m. Ages 3-5
Ms. Jennifer is an Early Childhood Music Specialist, Registered Music Together Teacher & has been singin’ & jammin’ with Atlanta area families for 14 years. Music develops a broad range of life skills: language, vocabulary & reasoning, self-confidence, coordination, turn-taking, impulse-control.
Space is limited. Reservations recommended. Registration will begin July 16.
Ocee Children’s Events Summer 2013
Ocee Branch, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek 30005
For information call 770.360.8897
Tuesday June 11, 18 & 25 Family Fun Storytime
10:30 a.m. Ages 1-6
Stop by for stories, music, and lots of interactive fun!
Wednesday June 19 Chess Club
6:00 pm. Ages 5-13
Club members will learn strategies, game variations and have the opportunity to participate in a tournament. Registration is not required.
Thursdays, June 6 and 20 Ocee Astronomy Club
4:30 pm. Ages 7-13
Club members will participate in activities, experiments, and interactive games. Registration is required. If you plan to join the club, please send an email with your name and age to: marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov. Ages 7 to 13 only please no younger siblings.
Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24 Magnificent Monday Crafts
2:00 p.m. Ages 5-12
Children will make awesome crafts! Don’t miss out. This program is limited to the first 35 children. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Thursday, June 13 Balloon Storyteller Dewayne Reynolds
11:00 a.m. Ages 4-12
Dewayne Reynolds is a balloon storyteller: he creates balloon characters and costumes in his totally interactive and hilarious show. This program is limited to the first 75 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Tuesday, June 18 Beginner Reader’s Book Club
4:00 p.m. Ages 5-8
Join us for book discussions and related activities. This program is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Thursday, June 20 Dig into Reading with Digger Bill
11:00 a.m. Ages 4-12
Storyteller and magician Bill Packard will delight and amaze children as he digs into his bag of tricks, puppets, music, and books in this super show. This program is limited to the first 75 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Monday, June 24 Just Read It Book Club
4:30 pm. Ages 9-12
Join us for book discussions and snacks. This program is limited to 15 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Thursday, June 27 Jump and Jam with Miss Gail and the Jumpin’ Jam Band
11:00 a.m. Ages 4-12
Get ready to jump and jam because you won’t be able to sit still during Miss Gail’s rockin’ performance. This program is limited to the first 75 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Mondays, July 1, 8, 15 & 22 Magnificent Monday Crafts
2:00 p.m. Ages 5-12
Children will make awesome crafts! This program is limited to the first 35 children. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Tuesdays: July 2, 9, 16 & 23 Family Fun Storytime
10:30 a.m. Ages 1-6
Stop by for stories, music, and lots of interactive fun!
Wednesdays, July 3 and July 17 Chess Club
6:00 pm. Ages 5- 13
All children ages 5 to13 are welcome to attend. Club members will learn strategies, game variations and have the opportunity to participate in a tournament. Registration is not required.
Wednesday, July 10 Bottle Cap Jewelry
5:30 PM Ages 8 and up
We will make a necklace, a pin, or a bracelet using various types of bottle caps. Bring a tiny picture that will fit into your bottle cap. We will also have some embellishments.
Thursday, July 11 Zoo Atlanta ZooMobile
11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Ages 3-10
Zoo Atlanta will present “Wild Features” a wild and interactive discussion of animals and their habitats. Each session is limited to the first 60 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Tuesday, July 16 Beginner Reader’s Book Club
4:00 p.m. Ages 5-8
Join us for book discussions and related activities. This program is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Thursday, July 18 A Visit from the Bio-Bus
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 pm Ages 5-9
- 1:30 pm – 3pm Ages 10-13
Climb aboard Georgia State University’s Bio-Bus and dig into Geoscience and discover that science truly is fun! The Bio-Bus will offer multiple sessions and each session is limited to 15 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Thursday, July Out of the Box Art Studio “Face Pots”
2:00 p.m. Ages 12-18
Enjoy an afternoon of sculpting clay with the experts from Out of the Box Art Studio.
Reservations required.
Thursday, July 18 Ocee Astronomy Club
4:30 pm.
All children ages 7 to 13 are welcome to attend. Club members will participate in activities, experiments, and interactive games. Registration is required. If you plan to join the club, please send an email with your name and age to: marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov. Ages 7 to 13 only please no younger siblings.
Monday, July 22 Just Read It Book Club
4:30 p.m. Ages 9-12
Join us for book discussions and snacks. This program is limited to 15 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Thursday, July 25 Summer Reading Finale: Curious Moon Puppets “Digging to China”
11:00 a.m. Ages 3-12
Curious Moon Puppets has run out of stories! What can their faithful dog Skeeter do to save the show? Dig a hole to China to find more, of course! Join us for puppets and merriment, and see what stories we unearth while we’re digging. This program is limited to the first 75 children. Ticket distribution will begin one hour prior to the program. Please be prompt, late arrivals will not be admitted.
Saturday, July 27 Altered Book Contest
2:00 p.m. Ages 8 and up
What are Altered Books? An Altered Book is, in extremely simple words, a book (preferably a discarded, used book), that has been altered. It is the art of taking a book and transforming it into something beautiful using your creativity and imagination. There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to altered books. Teens and adults are encouraged to participate. Ages 8 and up. Entries will be accepted until 5:00 pm Friday, July 26, 2013. Please include your full name, age, and phone number or email address with your entry. What will you create?
Wednesdays, August 7 and August 21 Chess Club
6:00 pm. Ages 5-13
All children ages 5 to 13 are welcome to attend. Club members will learn strategies, game variations and have the opportunity to participate in a tournament. Registration is not required.
Thursday, August 8 Bricks 4 Kidz at Ocee
11:00 am. Ages 6-10
Explore concepts of engineering, architecture, and mechanics using LEGO® bricks and fun. This program is limited to the first 30 children. Tickets will be distributed 30 minutes prior to program. No admittance without ticket. No younger children or siblings please. Registration is not required.
Thursday, August 15 Ocee Astronomy Club
4:30 pm.
All children ages 7 to 13 are welcome to attend. Club members will participate in activities, experiments, and interactive games. Registration is required. If you plan to join the club, please send an email with your name and age to: marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov. Ages 7 to 13 only please no younger siblings.
Tuesday, August 20 Beginner Reader’s Book Club
4:00 p.m. Ages 5-8
Join us for book discussions and related activities. This program is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Monday, August 26 Just Read It Book Club
4:30 pm. Ages 9-12
Join us for book discussions and snacks. This program is limited to 15 children. Registration is required. To register and reserve a copy of each month’s book, please send an email including your name and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.gov
Enjoy!! Information subject to change. Please call the library ahead if it is an event you dont want to miss, especially since many events are limited to the participants.
