Summer 2021 is here 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! SUMMERTIME OUTDOOR CONCERTS Alpharetta Avalon Free Outdoor Concerts Enjoy live…
Summer Family Activities
At AlpharettaMoms.org we know how important it is for families to have access to activities that they can enjoy doing together. Join us here frequently to stay current on all the great things there are to do around and about Alpharetta during the long, wonderful summer months.
Ocean & Acre’s Sizzlin’ Summer Land & Sea-food
Ocean & Acre at Halcyon has the atmosphere, food and location to make it your go-to land & sea restaurant! The name Ocean & Acre is perfect because they offer delicious choices for seafood and meat lovers ( gluten free as well)! Brendan and I were spoiled last week by our waitress Teresa and Managing…
Atlanta Blueberry Picking Spots Plus Delicious Recipes
2021 Blueberry picking is slim as the last couple frosts this year damaged alot of blueberry plants at local farms. Call ahead before making a special trip! June and July are fun months for Blueberry picking at farms throughout Georgia. Below are several farms that offer U-picks where you can bring the family and pick…
Strawberry Picking thru June Around and About Alpharetta
Strawberry picking looks very different this year but all farms that are open have very specific precautions for your safety. Strawberry picking can be a fun tradition that is healthy and entertaining for the whole family! Strawberry picking is usually best from Mid April thru early June in Georgia. Here is a listing of some…
Father’s Day Around and About Alpharetta
Celebrate Dad on Father’s Day by making special family time! Whether you relax at home or seek entertainment at a local venue, AlpharettaMoms.Org has activities in mind for you to enjoy Father’s Day! Think of some things your husband would appreciate and involve the kids in making it happen. The memories that you can make…
Explore and Play at Parks and Trails in North Fulton
Families have boundless opportunities for outdoor family fun with the many parks and trails in North Fulton. We have put together a list to help you when you are looking to venture out on bikes, a walk or to play sports in a field. Several parks are along a river and have canoe access and…
Historical Atlanta Sites to Visit for Year Round Educational and Fun with the Kiddos
Summertime in Atlanta is full of hot, sunny days with plenty of time to visit spraygrounds, pools, parks and other fun venues. Atlanta also has an abundance of historical sites to show the kiddos more about this fabulous city we live in as well as offer something different to do! Atlanta’s history is accentuated by…
AlpharettaMoms 2020 Summer Camp Directory & Planning
Summer Camp offerings in Alpharetta and surrounding cities by AlpharettaMoms.Org!
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 Free Outdoor Movies Around and About Alpharetta
Summertime in Alpharetta and surrounding cities brings outdoor fun and FREE movies! Pre-released movies are played at many family-friendly parks and offer opportunities for families to enjoy an evening under the stars! Click HERE for tips to prepare from Southern Outdoor Cinema before you go to an outdoor movie. Southern Outdoor Cinema is a large…
2019 Summer Family Morning Movie Schedule
Summertime brings family flicks to local theatres in the a.m. for extremely discounted prices! AlpharettaMoms.Org has your list of summer movies to consider as an alternative to the pool, park or other outdoor activity! Each week, many local theatres offer pre-released morning movie times (PG or G rated) to take the kiddos. Some movies are…
The King and Prince Resort Offers Fun for Everyone
I recently had an incredible opportunity to be a part of a media trip to the King and Prince Resort on St. Simon’s Island. I had been to Jekyll Island as a child but never to St. Simon’s and I have always heard such wonderful things. St. Simon’s Island is one of the serene barrier…
The Benefits of Shopping at Farmers Markets
Farmers Markets seem to be more prevalent now, especially in cities throughout Atlanta. They typically sell locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables and some also sell organic products. We believe there are many benefits to shopping at local Farmers Markets and that it can be a positive experience for the whole family. By shopping at…
Explore Florida’s Gulf Coast ~ Bradenton/Anna Maria Island/Long Boat Key
I recently had a chance to learn more about the Bradenton/Anna Maria Island/Long Boat Key area on Florida’s Gulf Coast. I was super impressed all that the area has to offer. Thanks to the Bradenton Area CVB, not only did we have a fun day being pampered at a local nail salon but we had…