Fulton County Libraries Remain Closed, Digital Library Remains Open and Available As the Fulton County Library System remains closed amid concerns around COVID-19, library staff continues to provide services to all patrons through their digital library, social media channels and “Ask A Librarian” online tool, all available from the Library website, www.fulcolibrary.org. Below are some…
Fall Planning
Great Cranberry Apple Side Dish for Thanksgiving
Moms, this Cranberry Apple side dish is delicious with Turkey and as a side with many meals! I make this every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is very easy to make! Enjoy! Cranberry Apple Recipe Filling 3 cups peeled and chopped rome apples 1/2 bag fresh cranberries 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup sugar 1…
A Blissful Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, so AMO thought we would put together some tips so that you are looking forward to Thanksgiving rather than possibly dreading it. Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, cook great food and spend precious time with either family and/or friends. Feelings of anxiety and stress might…
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails Thanksgiving Meals To-Go
To help Atlantans make the most of their Thanksgiving Day, executive chef Derek Dollar and his kitchen team at Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails are taking care of all the cooking in their kitchen. The only work diners need to do is place an order for a delicious 12-14 pound apple-brined and smoked turkey that comes…
2019 Fall Festivals and Arts/Craft Fairs Around and About Alpharetta
Fall brings lots Festivals and Arts/Craft shows to Alpharettta and surrounding cities! Take the family out for activities, food, entertainment and to check out local business’ goodies! RUMC Christmas Gift & Craft Show Dec 5, 6 & 7 Roswell United Methodist Church Thurs Dec 5 6-8pm Fri Dec 6 9:30 a.m -6pm Sat Dec 7…
Helpful Hints to a Happy Halloween
Halloween is a time of year most children look forward to long before it arrives. Kids can hardly contain their excitement as they decide on a costume and look forward to Trick-or-Treating. Here are some quick reminders to help ensure you and your children have a safe, fun Halloween! Some neighborhoods get in the Halloween…
Haunted Houses and Spooky Events this Halloween Around and About Alpharetta
Halloween can be Haunted ~ do you believe in the supernatural? If you like to be scared check out some of the haunted houses and events below! Fear the Woods Haunted House and Trail Stockbridge The woods will once again become alive (Fri – Sun), when the sun sets over The Pumpkin Patch. Fear the…
Fun Halloween Crafts
Halloween and all it brings is so exciting for kids and adults too! The leaves are changing, its getting cooler outside and darker earlier which leads us to thoughts of how to dress and decorate for Halloween! We found some adorable and easy Halloween crafts to do with the kids to put everyone in the…
Southern Baked Pie Company and AlpharettaMoms Have a Give Back Day 10/15 to Benefit CHOA
AlpharettaMoms and Southern Baked Pie Company are teaming up for a Day of Giving! 10% of all sales at the Southern Baked Pie Alpharetta shop on Tuesday, October 15 will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta! You can purchase in the store, over the phone, online (mention CHOA in comments section) and even place orders for…
Awesome Pumpkin Patches Around and About Alpharetta
FALL and Pumpkins go hand in hand!! It seems summer went by so fast and before we know it the Holidays will be here. But for now we have plenty of time to savor all the things that make the Fall season so special. Whether it is driving to North Georgia to see the changing…
Apple Pickin’ on Apple Orchard Alley and Beyond
I love everything about the Fall in the North Georgia Mountains. Fall brings autumn foliage, apple pickin’ and festivals that compliment the beautiful mountain views. These gorgeous mountain towns such as Ellijay, Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Murphy and Helen offer apple/seasonal fruit picking, horseback riding, boating, hiking, fishing, rodeos, tubing, festivals and so much more! Ellijay…
Corn Mazes Around and About Alpharetta
Corn mazes are a fall tradition for many families in the Atlanta area. Corn mazes usually have a unique design to explore and follow (or get lost in) the many trails! Some even have haunted mazes for the teens! Here is the list we have compiled for some not too far away mazes to visit…
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…
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…
