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Fox Theatre JAN. 15-20 TUES.-FRI., 8 P.M.; SAT., 2 & 8 P.M.; SUN., 1:30 P.M. A touring production of the longrunning off-Broadway show starring blue performers makes its way to Atlanta. The high-energy Blue Man Group performances incorporate tribal rhythms from a live band. Families will find this show bursting with comedy, music and technology. 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 855285-8499. $25-$65.
Friday Night Jazz. High Museum of Art. Listen to jazz performer Melvin James. Jan. 18. 5-10 p.m. 1280 Peachtree St.., Atlanta. 404-7335000. Adults, $19.50; ages 6-17; $12; 5 and younger, free.
nature
January 26
Trail Hikes. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your curiosity. Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; 2 and younger, free.
February 23
STARLAB. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Take a naturalist-led journey through the night sky. Jan. 6. 1-2 p.m. Ages 5 and up. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; 2 and younger, free.
Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm North Point Mall Alpharetta
Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm Town Center Mall Kennesaw
March 16
Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm Perimeter Mall Atlanta
To exhibit or for info call Kaitlyn Morris at 678-222-1911 or Kmorris@atlantaparent.com atlantaparent.com 124 Atlanta Parent January 2013
Atlanta Audubon Society Bird Walk. Panola Mountain State Park. Bring your binoculars for a gentle hike through the Park’s Power of Flight area. Birdseed donations appreciated. Jan. 6, 8-11 a.m. 2600 Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge. 770-389-7801. Pre-register. Free. Parking, $5. Candlelight Hike to the Mill. Sweetwater Creek State Park. A mile-long night hike leads to the five-story ruins of the Civil-War era New Manchester textile mill. Jan. 12. 7-9 p.m. 1750 Mt. Vernon Rd., Lithia Springs. 770-732-5871. $5/person; parking, $5.
Full Moon Night Hike. Panola Mountain State Park. Take a hike as the sun sets and the moon begins to rise, wildlife is seen often. Bring a flashlight and hiking boots. Jan. 26. 5:30 p.m. 2600 Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge. 770-389-7801. Pre-register. $7/person; parking, $5. First Day Hike. State Parks across Georgia. Start the New Year off on the right foot. Various parks offer guided day hikes in honor of New Year’s Day. Jan. 1. Times and locations vary, see georgiastateparks.org for more info. 1-800-864-7275. Parking, $5.
special events Fulton County Free Saturday. High Museum of Art. Admission is free for Fulton County residents with I.D. on the first Saturday of each month. Jan. 5. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-5000. Free. Garden Lights Holiday Nights. Atlanta Botanical Garden. Stroll through Midtown’s 30-acre garden adorned in holiday lights. Nightly Through Jan. 5. 5-10 p.m. 1345 Piedmont Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859. Adults, $20 Thurs.-Sun.; $17 Mon.-Wed.; ages 3-12, $14 Thurs.-Sun.; $11 Mon.-Wed.
Reptiles! Southeastern Snake Encounter Show. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Jason Clark, star of the Animal Planet series, SnakesKin, introduces venomous and non-venomous snakes during this exciting show followed by a craft session. Jan.19. Noon-4 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; 2 and younger, free. Back Country Geology Hike. Sweetwater Creek State Park. Three-mile guided hike; learn about rock types and how they formed. Jan. 13. 1-4 p.m. 1750 Mount Vernon Rd., Lithia Springs. 770-732-5871. $5 per person; parking, $5.
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