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2012 Free Summer Activities for Kids in Atlanta

ATLANTA -- Here is a list of free summer activities for kids and families throughout the Atlanta area. There are plenty of free activities to keep your little ones busy: VBS, movies in the park, educational events, crafts, splash parks and more.

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

Many churches around Atlanta offer VBS free of charge. Some even include a free meal each day. Sign up fast because spots go quickly. The children will enjoy fun, games, and crafts while learning about Jesus. If any of these churches are charging for VBS, please let us know.

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Mall of Georgia Celebrates Moms at National Mom's Nite Out on May 10

Mall of Georgia Celebrates Moms at National Mom's Nite Out on May 10

Atlanta-area mommies of all ages are invited to take a night off and celebrate national Mom’s Nite Out at Mall of Georgia on Thursday, May 10. They will have the chance to enjoy an evening of pampering, refreshments and entertainment while mixing and mingling with other moms just like them!

From 5-8 p.m., moms are invited to have fun at their favorite local shopping destination while enjoying samples and giveaways from an exciting lineup of vendors including Diet Coke, Dove Body Wash, Little Black Dress Vodka, StriVectin and VISIT FLORIDA. The evening will support the national organization Dress for Success, and event attendees will have the opportunity to win one of several prizes including a little black dress from Cynthia Rowley’s runway collection, a $500 Simon American Express Giftcard and an exclusive vacation from VISIT FLORIDA. 

3 words: Frappuccino Happy Hour

3 words: Frappuccino Happy Hour

ATLANTA -- It's back! Starbucks' wildly popular Frappuccino Happy Hour event will return this Friday, May 4.

The coffeehouse chain will hold Frappuccino Happy Hour every day through Sunday, May 13, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. All sizes of the Frappuccino frozen drinks are half-price during Happy Hour.

Starbucks has brought back its two coconut drinks -- the Mocha Coconut Frappuccino and the Coconut Crème Frappuccino -- for summer. It also debuted two brand new flavors on Tuesday.

The Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino is "an indulgent blend of rich mocha sauce, vanilla syrup, Frappuccino chips, our signature Frappuccino Roast coffee and milk blended with ice and topped with delicious chocolatey whipped cream and chocolate cookie crumbles."

Chick-fil-A to host mother-son 'Date Knight'

Chick-fil-A to host mother-son 'Date Knight'

ATLANTA -- All of the Chick-fil-A restaurants in metro Atlanta will host a special mother-son Date Knight on Saturday, Apr. 28.

The Date Knight format will be similar to that of the franchise's massively popular Daddy-Daughter Date Nights. It will give mothers and sons a special chance to enjoy some quality time together.

The event will have a medieval theme, hence the "Knight" part of its title.

"One of Chick-fil-A's goals is to promote community connections and enrich the lives of everyone we come in contact with," Robin Lomax, Chick-fil-A area marketing director, said in a statement. "We understand the importance of mother-son relationships and want to encourage local moms to come to Chick-fil-A, enjoy their sons' company over a meal and have fun."

Where can I give blood in Buford and Sugar Hill?

Where can I give blood in Buford and Sugar Hill?

ATLANTA -- Metro Atlanta residents have plenty of opportunities to give blood to the American Red Cross between now and the summer.

An up-to-date list of donation times and locations can always be obtained by entering a zip code at redcrossblood.org. Several blood drives have already been scheduled in Buford and Sugar Hill:

Tuesday, Feb. 28
Toyota Mall of Georgia, Buford
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Mar. 6
White Oak Elementary School, Sugar Hill
3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 10
Buford Presbyterian Church
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday, Mar. 12
Preston Hills Apartments, Buford
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, Mar. 22
Sugar Hill Church, 5091 Highway 20
1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

BEST SPOTS: First Date Spots

BEST SPOTS: First Date Spots

 

ATLANTA – Tired of dinner and a movie? Looking to spice up your dating life in the New Year? Well, we’ve got some new ideas for you.  

Karaoke at Pal’s Lounge

Explore the Historic Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta at Pal’s Lounge on Auburn Ave. According to some, the restaurant is the epitome of a “juke joint”; Pal’s is a dimly-lit, vintage storefront bar complete with “burglar bars”, a genuine spirit and a cute door lady. On Wednesday nights, the lounge hosts their popular, YO! Karaoke event which is well attended and a guaranteed good time. Pal’s boats a full bar and enough tunes to sing yourself into oblivion, take a date. They’re located at 254 Auburn Ave in O4W.  

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WEEKEND EVENTS: Zombie Santa, Gavin DeGraw and Hawks

WEEKEND EVENTS: Zombie Santa, Gavin DeGraw and Hawks

ATLANTA – There are tons of fun events going on this weekend, in your area. We’ve listed a few of them for you to check out with your family and friends.

Pop singer, Gavin DeGraw will be performing at Atlantic Station’s “Winter Wonder Jam series. Atlantic Station will host a free concert series, which will conclude on December 23. The series has featured popular acts like: Sister Hazel and Citizen Cope, over the past couple of weeks. Attendees can text JAM to 57682 the week of each show to find out who plays next. The concert will be held at Atlantic Station’s Central Park.

The Atlanta Hawks will be holding an Open Scrimmage on Friday night from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Highlight Factory.