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Rain and Fire in Sedona

A rainy day in Sedona? What are we going to do. Everything we have planned is outdoors. I am pretty sure that is why people come to Sedona, for the beautiful OUTDOOR activities, like hiking, biking, Jeep tours, viewing the red rocks and photography.  What to do, what to do. Oh, I know. I had […]

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Cry With Us! Puddles Pity Party in Orlando

I owe him a poem: Here’s a story of a sad clown who one night in February was traveling through O-town.  He brought a suitcase and a lot of gum, he brought music and videos and tons of fun. He sang high but mostly he sang low, and he put of one hell of a […]

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“20/20:Visionary”: Looking Back, Looking Forward

Last weekend (March 18-20) the Atlanta Ballet gifted the city with “20/20: Visionary,” three pieces, including a world premiere, presented at the Cobb Energy Center. The world premiere, “Playground,” by British choreographer Douglas Lee, belied its name by being a shadowy piece danced between upright, rolling chalkboard set pieces. Prepared for a lighthearted, joyful expression […]

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Atlanta Ballet Brings Us Delightful “Moulin Rouge” for Valentine’s Day

Are there any happily-ever-after ballets for Valentine’s Day, or must we search out Disney for a happy ending? In recent years, the Atlanta Ballet has staged “Dracula,” “Roméo et Juliette,” and now a reprise of “Moulin Rouge.” But star-crossed lovers seem to make for more interesting stories, and this ballet’s success is certainly not tragic. […]

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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Legends!

Behold the living legends! Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey brings the unbelievable to Children Of All Ages in an all-new show – – Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents LEGENDS. Experience unimaginable family fun as amazing performers from around the globe perform awe-inspiring feats of daring, spectacles of strength and thrills of wonder […]

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Atlanta Ballet’s “Nutcracker” Enchants

This year, the Atlanta Ballet marks the 20th anniversary of Artistic Director John McFall’s “The Nutcracker.” Attendance is a familiar holiday season tradition for many area families, who line up to see the changes and improvements that occur each year. While the story of the young girl who receives a Nutcracker-who-comes-to-life is familiar to thousands […]

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NEW Children’s Museum of Atlanta Re-opens December 12!

Families will soon experience more STEAM-style activities and exhibits when visiting the newly renovated Children’s Museum of Atlanta, which re-opens to the public on Saturday, December 12. This iconic downtown attraction, which has been busy renovating since August of this year, now features targeted science, technology, engineering, arts and math education programming woven through almost […]

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“A Christmas Carol” at Theatre in the Square Brings the Holiday Cheer!

Nothing makes me feel more like Christmas is just around the corner than seeing a live performance of “A Christmas Carol.”  We have been fortunate to see it performed all over the country with highlights in Boston at the North Shore Music Theatre and now a wonderful performance at the resurrected Theatre in the Square! […]

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Ice Skating at Centennial Olympic Park! Great Family Memories!

It had been close to 30 years since I donned a pair of ice skates and got out on that cold, slippery ice. Naturally, I was a little nervous but gave it a go for my kids sake. They were cheering me on and I couldn’t resist. All I could think about was when I […]

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The New Theatre in the Square Marietta is Back and Better Than Ever!

Three years ago one of my favorite local theaters took their final bow and closed up shop. Ever since I can I remember, I loved going to see performances at the Theatre on the Square in the beautiful Marietta Square. I can remember going to see some great Christmas shows with my parents and one […]

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  • Moulin Rouge AB-big castAtlanta Ballet Brings Us Delightful “Moulin Rouge” for Valentine’s Day
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