Hamilton Recreation Center Hosts Parents Night Out, Kids Pajama Party

Registration is now open for the Dec. 16 event.

GA Weekend Events: Caffeine & Chrome, Squid Games Scavenger Hunt

This weekend there are several events happening in Georgia.

GA Weekend Events: Become A Beer Expert, Bird Walk

Red's Beer Garden in Atlanta is hosting a how to become a beer expert event. There's a bird walk in Sandy Springs.

10-Year-Old Boy Who Was Shot Gets Merry Christmas At SeaQuest

A 10-year-old boy who survived a shooting that left him permanently injured, was invited to spend the day at SeaQuest Stonecrest.

Scottdale Early Learning Awarded Highest Ranking by GA DECAL

DeKalb's Scottdale Early Learning has received the highest rating possible from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).

Winter Break Camp In DeKalb County: Registration Open

Families can register for winter break camp in Decatur, Lithonia and Scottdale.

GA Weekend Events: Holiday Market at Avalon, Frozen Christmas

This weekend there are several events happening in Georgia. There's the Antartic Dinosaur exhibit and Cartersville Small Business Saturday.

DeKalb Fall Break Mini Camp Registration Now Open

DeKalb County recreation centers will be open Nov. 22-24 in Decatur, Scottdale and Atlanta.

New SeaQuest Aquarium Now Open In Stonecrest: DeKalb County

SeaQuest at Stonecrest​ allows patrons to touch, feed and interact with animals from five continents.

Pumpkin-Picking Farms Near Decatur To Visit In 2021

Late-October is a great time to pick up the best pumpkin possible at pumpkin patches near Decatur.

How To Recycle Pumpkins For Birds And Wildlife In Decatur

If the decomposing jack-o'-lantern is creeping you out, share the fall bounty from Decatur pumpkin fields and patches with critters.

Toys For Tots 2021: How To Donate, Apply In Decatur

This year’s Toys for Tots campaigns are underway in many states. Here’s how you can help make a Decatur child’s holiday special.

White Pumpkins: What To Know Before Visiting Decatur Patches

For a ghostly jack-o'-lantern, search for a white pumpkin in the fields and patches around Decatur this fall.

Decatur Pumpkin Patches May Inspire Best Halloween Costumes

Fall visits to Decatur pumpkin fields help you score the best jack-o'-lanterns, but they may also inspire DIY costumes.

School Improvement Work Supported Under State Grant: DeKalb

The Georgia Department of Education awarded grants to support school improvement work for several districts, including DeKalb County.

How To Store Pumpkins After Fall Trips To Decatur Patches

Not all pumpkins in Decatur fields and patches are meant to be jack-o'-lanterns. Here's how to harvest, cure and store the best of them.

Decatur, Here's How To Make A Jack-O-Lantern Last Longer

You picked the best pumpkin from Decatur patches and fields this fall. Here's how to make your Halloween jack-o-lantern last longer.

DeKalb County Schools Accepted Into League of Innovative Schools

DeKalb County School District will partner with other leading national educators and entrepreneurs.

Scottdale Early Learning Wins Prestigious Prize for Innovation

The DeKalb Nonprofit was awarded the prestigious Losos Prize for Innovation by the international organization Parents as Teachers (PAT).

SEL Receives Grant from Georgia Dept. of Early Care and Learning

Decatur's Scottdale Early Learning Receives Grant from Georgia Department of Early Care & Learning to Address Challenges of Student-Parents

Safest Way To Celebrate New Year's Holiday In GA Is At Home: CDC

Health experts urge Georgia residents to stay home this New Year's holiday. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the weekend safely.

On World Kindness Day, Close The Meal Gap In DeKalb County

Families in DeKalb County continue to struggle to put food on their tables as the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic continues.

Visit Decatur Pumpkin Patch Before It's Too Late

For many families, this weekend is the last chance to visit a pumpkin patch in the Decatur-area. Do you have a favorite spot?

Your Guide To Carving After A Pumpkin Patch Visit In Decatur

No matter where you got your pumpkin this season, follow these steps to make a jack-o'-lantern fall masterpiece.

Decatur Pumpkin Patch Bounty: How About From-Scratch Pie?

For your coronavirus stress baking, head to a pumpkin patch near Decatur and make a perfect from-scratch pumpkin pie.

The Biggest Pumpkin In The Patch: Can Decatur Beat U.S. Record?

Make your visit to the pumpkin patches around Decatur a school field trip. What else in nature weighs 2,500-2,600 pounds?

5 Ways To Fall For Autumn In Decatur

Celebrate fall by volunteering at a food bank, then peer at fall leaves, visit a pumpkin patch, carve a jack-o'-lantern and bake up a storm.

Scottdale Early Learning Receives $100,000 from DeKalb County

The grant will fund Scottdale Early Learning scholarships for for children up to 5 years old from families negatively impacted by COVID-19.

DeKalb Boys Can Participate In Virtual Panel, TikTok Dance Off

The second annual Lock-in for Life event for boys 13-15 will include panel discussions, celebrity appearances, music and more.

Decatur Toddler Awarded College Scholarship

Juliette Lewis is the winner of the statewide "My Life's Dream" challenge.

Hillary Clinton And Daughter Chelsea To Visit Atlanta: Book Tour

Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton are scheduled to stop in Decatur for an event to promote their new children's book “Grandma’s Gardens.”

'My Grandma Is A Lady' Gives Children Representation Says Author

Jalissa Pollard's new book, “My Grandma Is A Lady” chronicles the life of a black girl whose grandmother is active in the Catholic church.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

DeKalb Teen Wins Doodle For Google, $30K Scholarship

Lithonia's Arantza Peña Popo also won a $50,000 technology award for her school, Arabia Mountain High. She plans to attend USC this fall.

The Best Kid-Friendly Destinations In Atlanta

From mouthwatering bakeries to interactive puppet museums, here are some of the most kid-friendly activities in Atlanta this summer.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Pricey Childcare Costs Blamed As Birth Numbers In GA Fall

Not enough babies are being born for Georgia to maintain its population; one reason may be crippling child-care costs.

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

Wear An Ugly Holiday Sweater And Receive A Free Pet Adoption!

Offer valid at all LifeLine Animal Project shelters! Also meet Barb and Bello Boo, two sweet and happy girls who give great kisses!

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Turkish Artist Will Work with Clarkston Community Center Camp

Baris Karayazgan will help day campers create art out of recycled water bottles.

Registration is Now Open for STEAM-Plus Summer Camp in Clarkston

The Clarkston Community Center is offering a dynamic, fun, day-long camp for 5th grade-high school students.

This Is What A Good Babysitter Costs In Atlanta

Get the breakdown on what childcare will cost you, plus an exclusive discount for Patch readers who are ready to book a sitter.

Wylde Center Presents Two Popular "S'mores For All" Evenings

The always-popular "S'mores For All" evenings will be held Sunday, Oct. 29 at Oakhurst Garden and Sunday, Nov. 12 at Hawk Hollow.

Celebrate National Friendship Day this Sunday with a Fee-Waived Adoption on Your New Best Friend!

All animals at LifeLine's DeKalb County Shelter at 845 Camp Rd in Decatur are eligible for fee-waived adoptions on Sunday!

LifeLine's DeKalb County Pet of the Week: Kaiser

Calm. Well mannered. Adorable. Our Pet of the Week has all those traits and more! Come meet Kaiser today!