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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2013-2014 December 2013 Nov. 7 – Dec. 29: “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Center For Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. Northwest, Atlanta, Ga. 30309 “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” adapted by Jon Ludwig and based on the classic television special. Rudolph soars back into town for this faithful adaptation of the wonderful holiday tradition that speaks to the misfit in all of us. Please call 404-873-3391 or visit www. puppet.org. Nov. 9 – Dec. 1: Stone Mountain Christmas 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, Ga. 30083 Have a holly jolly Christmas at Stone Mountain Park, where the true magic of the season is in the air. Enjoy the glow of more than two million lights, festive music and visits from some your favorite holiday characters, including the world’s most famous red-nosed reindeer. Start a new tradition and create memories that will last a lifetime for the family. Please call 770-498-5690 or visit www. stonemountainpark.com. Nov. 15 – Dec. 31: Magical Nights of Lights 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, Ga. 30518 Featuring holiday entertainment and attractions including a driving tour through more than seven miles of characters and scenery comprised of millions of twinkling lights. Drive over the magnificent snowflake bridge and
down through the 12 days of Christmas, all the way to the Holiday House, Santa’s Workshop, Christmas Carnival and more. Holiday Village is a must-see for everyone, complete with a bonfire for roasting marshmallows, delicious holiday fare, pony and amusement rides, holiday shopping and more. Please call 770-945-8787 or visit www.lakelanierislands.com. Nov. 18 – Jan. 1: The Cobb Galleria Festival of Trees 2815 Akers Mill Road SE, Atlanta, Ga. 30339 Make a difference in the lives of others by embodying the true meaning of Christmas through fundraising for local charitable organizations. During the fourth annual event, 38 trees representing Atlanta charities will be on display. Admirers can vote for their favorite trees and charities. Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa, holiday cookies, carol singing and more at this free event. Please call 678-4602561 or visit www.wcghotels. com/galleria-atlanta-hotel/ festival-of-trees. Nov. 21 – Jan. 5: Global Winter Wonderland 755 Hank Aaron Drive, Atlanta, Ga. 30315 Hosted by Turner Field, this event will take your breath away. With giant illuminated lantern designs of international landmarks, families can celebrate the rich cultures of the world all in one place. Unlimited carnival rides, Christmas holiday village, dinosaur land, lanterns, shopping, dining and live
entertainment. Call for group rates or special events. Please call 770-723-3862 or visit www.igogroupinc.com. Nov. 25 – Feb. 17: Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, Ga. 30083 Spend a fun-filled day playing across five football fields of frosty joy. Zoom down the 400-foot hill all together in family-sized tubes, or go it alone as a single rider. From snowman building to snowball shooting, tubing to togetherness, enjoy all the moments that will make for the perfect snow day. Please call 770-498-5690 or visit www. stonemountainpark.com
▲D ec. 6: Christmas Tree Lighting Historic Downtown Alpharetta, Milton Square City Park, Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 All the magic of Christmas glistens at the annual lighting of the 45-foot live spruce tree with 10,000 white lights and 3,000 people. Beginning at 5 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with children in the gazebo. Mayor David Belle Isle will read the children’s classic book “’Twas
the Night Before Christmas.” The tree and downtown will come aglow at 6:15 p.m. Pre-lighting entertainment will consist of train rides, holiday crafts, face painting and strolling elves creating free balloon sculptures. Surrounding shops and restaurants will also feature holiday activities. This celebration began in 1977 with about 100 people gathered around a 6-foot live blue spruce tree. Free parking at City Hall and Milton Center (the old Milton High School). Please call 678-2976078 or visit www.awesomealpharetta.com. Dec. 7: SEC Football Championship Georgia Dome, 1 Georgia Dome Drive Northwest, Atlanta, Ga. 30313 The Southeastern Conference Championship Game has made its place among the games to see each year in college football. The title game has catapulted teams to national championships each of the previous five years. The SEC’s Eastern and Western Division winners will meet in Atlanta’s Georgia Dome for the 19th consecutive year to battle for the league championship and the right to represent the conference in the Bowl Championship Series. Please call 404-223-9200 or visit www.gadome.com. Dec. 15: Reindeer Day Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Alpharetta, Ga. 30075 Come out for this unique holiday tradition. Live reindeer
will be making a special holiday appearance. Create reindeer crafts and warm up with campfire treats. Please call 770-992-2055 or visit www.chattnaturecenter.org. Dec. 31: Peach Drop Underground Atlanta, 50 Upper Alabama St., Atlanta, Ga. 30303 A full day of family fun and an evening of top-notch entertainment. Just before the clock strikes midnight, the 800-pound peach begins its descent. Ring in 2014 at the 25th annual Peach Drop, the largest New Year’s Eve celebration in the Southeast. More than 100,000 spectators watched the iconic peach make its descent last year, and this year there’s even more to love. Head down to Underground Atlanta for a day that will be jampacked with activities leading up to the main event, including children’s games, a sports zone and dozens of talented musicians. Abbey Road LIVE! headlines, bringing some of the most iconic songs in music history to the stage. Please call 404-523-2311 or visit www.peachdrop.com.
January 2014 Jan. 25: Rattlesnake Roundup U.S. 84, Whigham, Ga. This event is fun for the whole family, with arts and crafts, snake handling demonstrations, concessions, children’s activities and more. The Rattlesnake Roundup has been celebrated for more