Weekend Planner: Muralist, Storyteller, 'Dark Knight'

For more things to do this weekend, check our calendar of events.

Award-Winning 3D Muralist to Speak

When: Saturday, July 21, 10 am.-12:30 p.m.

Where: , 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain Village

Why go: Come hear Eric Grohe, whose work is genius, speak. He can take the side of a building from blank bricks to a detailed scene of a lively town square.

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Storyteller Tracy Walker

When: Saturday, July 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Hairston Crossing Library, 4911 Redan Rd.

Why go: It's a free family event.

Friday Deals at Stone Mountain Park

When: Each Friday through August 24 

Where:

Kids free: Kids ages 3-11 receive one free All-Attractions Adventure Pass ($22 value) with the purchase of a full price Adult Adventure Pass. Coupon valid for up to 6 people. You must visit the site here to print the coupon, which you'll bring to the main ticket plaza.

Bring a friend free: Mountain Members and Mountain Members PLUS passholders get to bring a guest and receive one free All-Attractions Adventure Pass at no additional cost. You'll have to print the coupon here and bring it to the main ticket plaza with your Mountain Membership ID.

Dog Days of Summer Adoption Event

When: Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Where: DeKalb County Animal Services, 845 Camp Rd., Decatur.

Why go: You could meet your new best friend at this event, and get it for a discounted price: $60.

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"The Dark Knight Rises"

When: Now

Where: Local theaters, including AMC Stonecrest 16, 8060 Mall Pkwy
Lithonia.

Why go: This is the third and final movie in the series, and our reviewer says it's awesome.

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