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Weekend Planner: Lithonia Tree Lighting, Santa Breakfast, Holiday in Smoke Rise
Also this weekend: Kaijudo Demo Day and Giveaway, Arabia Mountain nature hike, Stone Mountain Christmas and Snow Mountain.
Check out the weekend fun happening in Stone Mountain and Lithonia, Dec.1-2, 2012 (like us on Facebook for any updates).
City of Lithonia Tree Lighting and Christmas on Main
When: Sunday, Dec. 2, 6-8:30 p.m. Tree lighting at Kelly Park at 6:30 p.m. There will be vendors and activities from 7-8 p.m. on Main Street.
Where: Kelly Park, in downtown Lithonia, corner of Max Cleland Boulevard and Main Street
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Who's this for: Everyone
Why go: Holiday family fun, and a chance to support the city's small businesses. There will be music, dance performances, hot chocolate and cider.
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How much: Free
Breakfast with Santa
When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 7-10 a.m.
Where: Stone Mountain First United Methodist Church, 5312 West Mountain Street (located at the corner of Ridge and W. Mountain Street).
Who's this for: Bring the kids, of course!
Why go: It's Santa!
How much: $6 donation requested. Proceeds benefit the food pantry in Stone Mountain.
Holiday in Smoke Rise
When: Saturday, Dec.1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Smoke Rise Elementary Charter School, 1991 Silver Hill Rd., Stone Mountain
Who's this for: Everyone
Why go: You can pick up some great gifts and holiday ideas as well as support small businesses and crafters/artisans at the 31st annual event.
How much: Free to enter
Recording Memories with Mini-Scrapbooks
When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Salem-Panola library, 5137 Salem Rd., Lithonia
Who's this for: Ages 18 and up
Why go: It's a creative way to display photos and share memories.
How much: Free, just bring your photos. All other materials will be provided.
Kaijudo Demo Day and Giveaway
When: Saturday, Dec. 1, 5 p.m.
Where: The Dragon's Horde, 5615 Memorial Dr., Stone Mountain.
Who's this for: The first 20 kids that arrive and participate in the free game play will get sample decks.
Why go: One word - giveaway. Also, kids can watch a learn-to-play video, and catch an episode of the Kaijudo TV series.
How much: Free.
Davidson-Arabia Nature Preserve Hike with Ranger Robby
When: Sunday, Dec.2, 8-10 a.m.
Where: Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, 3787 Klondike Road, Lithonia, 30038.
Who's this for: Folks who can take on a 3-6 mile hike.
Why go: A fresh morning hike seems like a great way to start off the week -- and it's free! You'll learn about natural and cultural history, geology, forestry and much more.
Note: Wear long pants, close-toed shoes, bring water, and meet at the Nature Center on Klondike Road at 8 a.m. Phone: 770-848-3060; Email: rlastrove@dekalbcountyga.gov
How much: Free
Stone Mountain Park Christmas
When: Through January 1 (select dates)
Where: Stone Mountain Park
Who's this for: Everyone
Why go: If you're looking to usher in the holiday season, this is a dazzling way.
How much: You must buy a Christmas Adventure Pass, Snow Mountain & Christmas Combo Pass, or Mountain Membership for the Stone Mountain Park Christmas activities. Snow Mountain & Christmas Combo Family Value Pass is $199 for a family of four, plus tax, and includes meal tickets, hot chocolate and more.
Learn about Stone Mountain Park pass pricing here.
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: Snow Mountain & Christmas Combo Family Value Pass is $199 for a family of four, plus tax, and includes meal tickets, hot chocolate and more.
Learn more about Snow Mountain and Stone Mountain Park Christmas combo pricing here.
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