“Ahoy me hearty!” Sail away on September 19 and celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day! On this day, use your imagination to pretend you are a pirate on a long ocean voyage searching for treasure. Strap on an eye patch, bandana and a pirate hat if you have one. Put on black makeup under…
7th Annual Wire & Wood Alpharetta Music Festival Announces Headliners
The Wire & Wood Alpharetta Music Festival returns to Downtown Alpharetta for its seventh year on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11-12 from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. The FREE admission festival will showcase more than twenty (20) top musicians performing their original hit songs and telling the stories that inspired them on seven (7) outdoor and…
Supporting Growth for Young Children with Autism
Early intervention for children with autism can begin as early 16-18 months of age. With growing wait lists and the increasing number of children diagnosed with autism, finding qualified professionals to provide intervention is quickly becoming the number one obstacle to effective treatment. To help meet that growing need, we’re so excited to share our…
Sustainable Lawn Care – Why It’s Better for Everyone
Is there really a way to make sure your lawn is cut, looks good, and is done in a way that is beneficial to the environment? The answer is a resounding yes! Most people assume that their only option for lawn care is one that uses loud, gas powered equipment, and sprays harmful chemicals to…
Back to School Tips By CHOA
From the alarm clock to the afternoon bell, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has back to school covered! Children’s knows that parents focus is on keeping your kids healthy so they can learn and grow so they put together helpful tips on common school-related issues. CHOA’s back to school tips include: Pack Smart– Backpacks are a…
Backpack Safety and Other Tips from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
With school starting soon, we have some helpful hints on choosing backpacks, how to wear them, locker ideas and other helpful tips from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Backpacks should fit well on the child’s back and including the contents, should not weigh more than 10 to 15% of your child’s body weight. If your child…
Daycare Reimagined at Phase Family Center
Preschool and after school programs are often considered the cornerstone for our children’s early development, providing opportunities for children to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. We know that quality preschool and childcare programs can be hard to come by these days! That’s why we are so excited to welcome Alpharetta’s newest…
Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing by iTrust Home Services
iTrust’s Painting & Restoration team specializes in cabinet refinishing. They have made significant investments in their refinishing capabilities to service discerning homeowners’ desire to update and refresh their cabinets. With so much homeowner interest in moving from natural and stained cabinets to off-white and grey schemes, we have spent a great deal of testing with…
Plan fun Picnics this July
July is Picnic Month which gives us so many more ways to Celebrate Summer! What is a picnic and how did it originate? The tradition dates back to hunting expeditions in the Middle Ages (late 1600’s) where hunters would partake in a day of sport and bring a meal to enjoy in the great outdoors…
4th of July Activities Around and About Alpharetta
AlpharettaMoms.Org has your list of fun things to do on the 4th of July around and about Alpharetta! Plan to get your picnic baskets and tablecloths ready for fun gatherings to watch the fireworks! Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of…
2019 Summer Family Activity Guide for Alpharetta and Surrounding Areas
Summer 2019 is not over yet!! AlpharettaMoms Summer Activity Guide is full of Family Fun activities for everyone! Free outdoor concerts, movies, events, pool information and more! Save time by having this as your go-to list for things to do. Feel free to print this out and use as a guide, save on your computer,…
Blueberry Picking Spots Plus Delicious Recipes
July is a fun month for Blueberry picking at farms throughout Georgia. Below are several farms that offer U-picks where you can bring the family and pick your own blueberries. “Studies show that blueberries may reduce belly fat and risk of cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. According to WomensFitness.net, “Blueberries have the highest antioxidant level…
2019 Memorial Day Tributes and Other Happenings Around and About Alpharetta
Memorial Day is a celebration honoring those who died in all America’s wars, as well as those who are Veterans and current members of the US military. President Reagan had a famous speech honoring Memorial Day,” Today is the day we put aside to remember fallen heroes and to pray that no heroes will ever…
June is Camping Month!
June is camping month and what a great time it is to look into spots to take the family for some good ‘ole outdoor bonding time! Why consider camping? Where should you go camping? Do you even like to the outdoors and being adventurous? Now is always a good time! Get your tents and sleeping…
2019 Summer Outdoor Concerts Around and About Alpharetta
Summer 2019 is upon us which brings weekends full of live music in many of the quaint downtown cities around Atlanta. Grab a blanket and pack a picnic or visit food trucks while you take your significant other or family/friends to listen to amazing outdoor concerts! Most concerts listed below are free to attend. SUMMERTIME…
