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Weekend Planner: Emancipation Proclamation Event; Poet Gathering; Interpretive Hike at Arabia Mountain
Also Snow Mountain is still going on until Feb. 18
Here are a few events going on locally this weekend:
Sunday:
Interpretive and Recreational Hiking with Ranger Robby
When: Sunday, Jan. 6, 8-11 a.m.
Where: Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, 3787 Klondike Road, Lithonia, 30038.
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Who's this for: Those who can take the hikes which are moderate and last 2-3 hours. Probably not good for little kids.
Why go: Get some exercise and engage in topics such as natural and cultural history, geology, forestry and plant life, wildlife, and wetlands.
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For more information: Click here or call: 770-484-3060
Saturday:
150th Anniversary of the Signing of the Emancipation Proclamation Celebration
When: Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Stone Mountain Village, at the Sherman’s Neck Ties Public Art Sculpture and in the First Baptist Church outdoor pavilion.
Who's this for: Everyone
Why go: The event will include speakers; music; and ceremonial cannon fire. In addition, Mayor Pat Wheeler will speak and present a proclamation from the City of Stone Mountain to Rev. Timothy Depp, Pastor of Bethsaida Baptist Church, and more.
How much: free
When Poets Gather
When: Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:30-5 p.m.
Where: Stonecrest Library, 3123 Klondike Rd., Lithonia
Who's this for: Adults (ages 18 and up)
Why go: Listen to poets interpret the theme of the Creative Collaboration in the Southeast.
How much: Free
Ongoing:
Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park
When: Through Feb. 18
Where: Stone Mountain Park
Who's this for: Everyone
Why go: Dash through the snow!
How much: A Snow Mountain Pass is $27 (plus tax) for adults and children.
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