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Family-Friendly Events for the Week

Some fun things to do in Midtown.

No fooling, from teen talent to Tibet, this first weekend of April brings plenty of ...

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  • SPRING TALENT SHOW

When/Where: Thursday evening at 7:00pm in the Main Theater at .
Why Go:  This event will be a showcase of outstanding talent. Come out and support these Grady students!
Pricing: $7.oo General Admission.  Snacks and drinks will be sold before the show and during intermission.

When/Where: A week of events to be held in the Reception Hall at Emory University.
Why Go:  Make the quick trip up the road to join Emory University as they celebrate their 11th annual Tibet Week. While there will be events for all ages, the following events are especially suited for children:

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  • Through Friday, from 10:00am to 5:00pm each day, Mandala Sand Painting and Butter Sculpture Live exhibitions.
  • On Thursday evening, from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, for your curious tweens and teens, Debate Night: “Buddhism and Science.”  The Buddhist Studies Department will debate the Science Department on topics such as evolution, karma, reincarnation and ethics.
  • Friday from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, Kids @ the Carlos: Mandala Workshop with Drepung Loseling monks. Pre-registration required.
  • Saturday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Children’s Meditation Workshop, led by Brooke Dodson-Lavelle for children ages 6 through 9 years old. Pre-registration required.

Pricing:  All events are free. For pre-registration, call 404-727-0519.

When/Where: Saturday from 10:00am to 2:30pm at the Viking Cooking School in the Teaching Theater.
Why Go: For your children ages 12-15 years old, this half-day cooking class will teach them culinary fundamentals — with an emphasis on fun.  The class will begin with  kitchen safety, sanitation and knife skills. The menu looks both practical and delicious.
Pricing: $99.00

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  • BANK OF AMERICA-MUSEUMS ON US

When/Where: Saturday and Sunday at , The  and the .
Why Go: If you've been thinking about a museum outing and have a Bank of America/Merril Lynch card, this is the weekend to visit the High Museum of Art. Or make the short trip for a visit to the Atlanta History Center or the Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library. Just bring your card along with a photo ID and enjoy these museums for free.
Pricing: Free with your Bank of America/Merrill Lynch card.

When/Where:  Runs through April 3rd at Turner Field.  
Why Go:  This is the last weekend to catch the Atlanta Fair. From the Duck Pond and Carousel to the Sky Wheel and Sea Ray, there’s a ride for everyone in the family.  Corn Dogs and Funnel Cake anyone?
Pricing:  Gate Admission is $1.00 for children under 12 years old, $3.00 - $8.00 for children and adults 12 years and older (depending on the time of your visit), and children under 2 years old are free. (Cash only at the gate.) Ride tickets are $1.00 per ticket with most rides taking 2 to 5 tickets per person.  Special ride ticket packs and arm bands are also available.

Have a great weekend!

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