Get ready to enjoy less traffic and less crowded attractions once school starts next week! Even though summer is winding down to a close, there are still some hot summer deals available like the $1 Summer Movie Series at Studio Movie Grill and more around Atlanta this week. These events are for August 4-11 around Atlanta and are free or cheap, so get out and enjoy some sunshine after all this rain!
MONDAY
Thirsty Roots Reading Group at Trees Atlanta Treehouse on the BeltLine
August 8
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Beltline, Trees Atlanta TreeHouse
112 Krog Street, Atlanta, GA
FREE!
The Thirsty Roots Reading Group is starting up again for the fall. It is a free reading club designed for children ages 2-7 to learn about the natural environment through nature-themed book readings and projects. This week’s book is “Pipsie the Nature Detective: The disappearing caterpillar” by Rick DeDonato and the activity is Egg Carton Butterflies. Each session begins with a story followed by a hands-on activity that each child can complete with their guardian on the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum. The Treehouse is located in the Krog Street Market. Parking is extremely limited.
TUESDAY
Tot Spot at Atlantic Station
August 9
10am-12pm
Atlantic Station – Central Park; 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
FREE!
Every Tuesday morning join the Atlantic Station Concierge team for “Tot Spot” in Central Park (weather permitting). This week’s special guest is the Center for Puppetry Arts! Bring your pre-school aged ‘tots’ for playtime while you get in some downtime! The experience changes each week: there may be a face painter, storyteller, or arts and crafts for your tot to enjoy while you relax. Also enjoy special deals from California Pizza Kitchen, Land of a Thousand Hills, Rosa Mexicano and Which Wich. Click here for more details.
WEDNESDAY
Toddler Time @ Legoland Discovery Center
August 10
Legoland Discovery Center, 3500 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
FREE for children 2 and under!
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we will have guided play and story time for your toddlers at 10AM in the DUPLO® Village.
THURSDAY
Circle Time with Ms. Krista at Little Shop of Stories
August 10
11:00 a.m.
133 E Court Square # A, Decatur, GA 30030
404-373-6300
FREE!
Circle Time with Ms. Krista includes songs and interactive play, in addition to fun, age-appropriate stories. The group will meet in the gazebo on the Decatur Square, just a short walk from the store, during the summer months. This event is best suited to children 3 and under and will not take place in the event of inclement weather. Babies are welcome! Click here for more info.
FRIDAY
Kung Fu Panda 2 @ Studio Movie Grill
August 5
11AM
Duluth and Alpharetta locations
$1
You can’t find a movie deal cheaper than this one…even if it is just a bit OTP, it is still worth the drive. Beat the heat by heading to either the Alpharetta or Duluth locations of Studio Movie Grill for the Children’s Summer Movie Series. For just $1 you can enjoy the air conditioning and a family friendly film with your little ones. August 1-5, Kung Fu Panda 2 is the featured movie. Movies show daily at 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. Click here for the complete list of showings.
SATURDAY
Fulton County Free Admission Day at the High Museum of Art
August 6
High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30309
FREE for Fulton County Residents
Fulton County residents can enjoy a special first Saturday of the month with FREE admission to the Museum. Tickets are subject to availability. Acceptable I.D. includes valid driver’s license, utility bill or student I.D. from a Fulton County school.
SUNDAY
Storytime @ Little Shop of Stories
August 7
3pm
Little Shop of Stories
Visit the best children’s bookstore in Decatur for storytime each and every week! Can’t make the morning events during the week? Then be sure to swing by the shop on Sunday afternoons with your little ones. Storytime usually lasts between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on the restlessness of the crowd. Click here for more info.
