Thrifty Thursdays: Atlanta Activities September 8-14

There is a lot of thrifty fun to be found all over metro Atlanta for kids activities this week, September 8-14. If you haven’t already done so, be sure to check out Old MacDonald’s Farm at the Center for Puppetry Arts before the show closes on September 11. “Halfternoons” at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta begin September 12, which means general admission is half off on weekdays beginning at 2 p.m.

September 8-14

THURSDAY
Circle Time with Miss Krista
September 8
11 a.m.
Little Shop of Stories, 133 E Court Square # A, Decatur, GA 30030
FREE!
Circle Time with Ms. Krista includes songs and interactive play, in addition to fun, age-appropriate stories. This event is best suited to children 3 and under. Babies are welcome! Click here for more info.

FRIDAY
Buford Corn Maze 
September 9
5-10 p.m.
4470 Bennett Road, Buford, GA 30519
$15
This one is OTP for sure, but worth the trip. What better way to get in the mood for fall than with a corn maze?! In September, the maze is open 5-10 p.m. on Fridays, and noon-10 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Fun for the whole family – corn maze, hayrides, pony rides, animal viewings, corn box, bounce house and more.
For more info, click here.

SATURDAY
Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade
September 10
7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trailat Irwin Street660 Irwin St NEAtlanta, GA, 30312
FREE!
This colorful, family-friendly event celebrates the Atlanta BeltLine exhibition. The annual Lantern Parade is created and hosted by Chantelle Rytter and the Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons.
For more info click here.

Food Network Magazine Back To School Open House
September 10
1-4 p.m.
Young Chefs Academy – North Druid Hills, Toco Hill Shopping Centre, Atlanta, GA 30329
FREE!
Young Chefs Academy in North Druid Hills is hosting its fall “Back to School” open house event in partnership with Food Network Magazine. There will be lots of opportunities for children and their families to explore their culinary creativity through hands on activities and games. Registration is not required to participate in the fun. Click here for more info.

SUNDAY
Second Sunday Funday
September 11
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30309
FREE!
Discover world-class family artistic experiences for FREE in a creative festival atmosphere! Family-friendly fun includes workshops, performances, story times, tours, and free admission to the High Museum from noon to 5 p.m. Programming is scheduled from 1-4 p.m. September’s theme is Fall Into Color.
Click here to learn more.

MONDAY
Munchkin Tennis
September 12
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Every Monday
Glenlake Tennis Center at Glenlake Park
$5 per class
Munchkin tennis is offered every Monday afternoon from 4-5 p.m. The instructors use backdoor learning techniques and games to teach the children proper stroke form and footwork while keeping the major focus of the class about fun. Appropriate for ages 4-6, no pre-registration required.
For more info, click here.

TUESDAY
Target FREE Second Tuesdays @ the Children’s Museum
September 13
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Target Free Second Tuesday is a special opportunity for the community to bring their children to experience the Museum for FREE, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Free admission is made possible through the generous support of Target on the second Tuesday of each month for visitors who may not have the opportunity to experience the museum or want to try the museum free of charge
Click here for more information.

WEDNESDAY
Music Together With Miss Wendy
September 14
10am and 11am
Clairmont Hills Baptist Church, 1995 Clairmont Rd., Decatur, 30033
FREE!
Enjoy a free demo class featuring Music and Movement in Decatur for BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS, and the grown-ups who love them! 45 minutes of singing, dancing, instrument playing, and a whole lot of fun for you and your little one/s. Space is limited and registration is required. Reserve your spot here.