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Plans this weekend? If you can go to Atlantic Station (Atlanta area) you should totally go!!!!  New to me, Panda Fest is going on... and it looks SO FREAKING COOL.  Asian foods, Asian merchandise, Asian entertainment.. HOW AWESOME!!!!!   I have never been, so I can't post any of my photos - ya know, since I don't have them... but I found some online and wanted to share!!!!! This information is what I have found online - but totally wanted to share with you in case you wanted to go!!!!!   Food:  300 + Asian Street Food Prepare to indulge in a culinary journey across Asia with an extensive lineup of food stalls and trucks serving iconic dishes and hidden gems from countries like China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and more. From steaming dumplings and sushi rolls to spicy street food and decadent desserts, every bite is a celebration of Asia's diverse and delectable cuisine. Live performance: Enjoy a lineup of captivating live performances, featurin...

We were recently invited to visit Synchronicity Theatre to see their production of THE LITTLE PRINCE.  If you follow my blog, you know that Savannah LOVES this movie.  We have the movie, we have the book...we even have a couple of the figurines from the story. That being said, I knew it was a no brainer that I would be taking her to the show, if at all possible!  Synchronicity Theatre was new to us, as we had never visited it and did not know anything about it... But, it was easy to get to!  We grabbed a spot in the parking deck ( take your ticket, so you can get parking validated) and then we were on our way!!!! She was so excited about the play!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Here is the fun part......

 We are finally at the stage now where Savannah loves Harry Potter!  She was into it a bit last year and we started watching the movies, but then "life" happens and it kind of got pushed to the side... We started it back up again recently... I had originally asked friends for the DVD's to borrow - and I did not realize how many HP fans are out there - but I spotted a deal online and we ended up buying the set.  Anyways, don't judge... better late than never, right?   So, after finally getting into the whole magic of Harry Potter, when I realized the Harry Potter Exhibition was still in Atlanta, I was so excited to be able to make a trip out of it and go check it out...  FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. We dro...

If your house is anything like mine, you have plenty of "things."  Why not change it up this year and give more "memories" or experiences?  We recently had the invitation to go see what all is going on at The College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia.  The kids and I have been in the past and had a great time, so this time we wanted to invite the biggest College Football Fan we knew... my dad!   The kids were SO EXCITED to get to take him somewhere and it was a trip that they had been looking forward to.   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation . As you enter the building, you are greeted with a massive wall that has a helmet that represents each college football team.  Yes, over 700 fo...

If you are ever in or near Atlanta, you really should take advantage of all the area has to offer. For example, did you know that in Gwinnett, they have the Atlanta Gladiators? (They are an ECHL affiliate of the Boston Bruins!)  Yes, great action HOCKEY... right here near Atlanta.  The venue is smaller than some, so you really get to get close to the action... the prices are not crazy... it really is a great event to plan to take the whole family to!!!!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. We recently attended a game and while we are not huge "hockey fans," I thought it would be a great family event to go and make memories!!!  We loved it, Savannah is constantly telling everyone she got to go to a hockey game ...

As we all know, Atlanta is a hot-spot for fun things to do.  This month alone, there are 2 great things that are sure to make great memories!!!  February brings both Disney on Ice and Monster Jam back for fans of all ages!!!!   You didn't know?!? Yep!!!  Disney on Ice makes a stop at Philips Arena February 15-19th and then heads on over to Infinite Energy Center February 22-25th.  Monster Jam will be at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium February 24-25th. Please note the big brother and his girlfriend photo bombing this picture!  Ha ha ha!  FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I was lucky enough to take Savannah (and Broxton when he was younger) to a Disney on Ice event and to see the magic and excitemen...

Over Christmas, we were invited to check out another great show from Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta... It was the classic Rudolph and I was so excited!  We had a great time, even with a sick one with us!  (These ear infections are for the birds!)  We ended up leaving early because of that, but it was still awesome and it made watching Rudolph on TV that much more special.  Having said all of that, I wanted to share with you the lineup for things at Center for Puppetry Arts coming up. FTC Compliant Review Policy:  The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing.  Opinions expressed are my own and were not influenced by monetary compensation. Read the Press Release below to learn more: Special events during Rainforest Adventures demonstrate the fun and wonders of science ATLANTA - Families are invited to step inside the rainf...

College Football.  Do I have your attention now?  If you are from the south, you probably know that football season down here.  We have winter, spring, summer and football seasons.  No matter if you are coming to town for the game this Monday, or if you live near Atlanta. you want to try and plan to work the College Football Hall of Fame into your plans somehow or another.  TC Compliant Review Policy:  The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing.  Opinions expressed are my own and were not influenced by monetary compensation. My dad went to UGA, as well as my brother.  That being said, we bleed red and black and aren't fans of all orange (Tenn, Auburn and Florida to name a few...)  I was invited a bit ago to check out the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta and I have to tell you, it is impressive.  When y...

Deck the halls with boughs of LEGO® brick at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Atlanta Phipps Plaza attraction kicks off Holiday Bricktacular with annual Big Tree Build December 2 and 3 and continues festivities on weekends throughout the month Families are invited to celebrate the merriest of seasons with LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Atlanta’s Holiday Bricktacular all December long! LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta will kick off the holiday festivities on Saturday, December 2 and Sunday, December 3 with its annual, group Big Tree Build measuring 7 feet tall! Guests can also learn how to create LEGO® presents and experience the winter takeover in MINILAND® every weekend of December! During the month of December, groups with at least one jolly person wearing an ugly holiday sweater will receive 10 percent off of their retail purchase, some restrictions apply. WHAT :            Holiday Bricktacular Families will experience the LEGO Big Tree Build, learn t...

Families are invited to take part in the annual LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Atlanta Thanksgiving Food Drive, benefiting Atlanta Community Food Bank through the month of November. Leading up to Thanksgiving, guests are encouraged to drop off non-perishable food items at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta admissions counter. Guests who graciously donate three or more food items will receive a Kids Go FREE voucher! WHAT:              Thanksgiving Food Drive Families are invited to bring non-perishable food donations this holiday season and will receive a special offer for donations benefiting the Atlanta Community Food Bank WHEN: Throughout November WHERE: LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta  Phipps Plaza, Third Floor 3500 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, GA 30326 HOW:                 Bring three or more non-perishable food items to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta’s admissions cou...