Friday, March 1, 2013
The popular destination will begin unveiling some of its new features March 28.
Last year, Stone Mountain Park unveiled Geyser Towers, a big, splashy, attraction aimed at kids (and kids at heart). This year, the park is introducing the following new features: > The educational "Butterfly Adventures" launches June 1 as part of the park's "Summer at the Rock" experience. Guests will get to enter a special habitat with more than 1,000 fluttering butterflies, where they'll learn more about these insects and can even feed them. > The park will have two weeks of its "Spring FUN Break" activities, March 30- April 13, which include the Wildlife Wonders’ Animal Babies show and Easter Bunny events. > In its 4-D theater, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island opens March 28. > A new dining option called Campfire Grill described as a…
Friday, February 15, 2013
Also, Stonecrest and Hairston Crossing libraries will show free movies.
Looking for something to do locally this weekend? Click on the event name to learn more: Saturday, Feb. 16 >The Stone Mountain Historic Society presents "Dancing Through the Decades," a sock hop at the Rock Gym in Stone Mountain city, located at the corner of Mimosa St. and Ridge Ave. Tickets at the door are $25 for one or $40 for two. >Hairston Crossing Library, 4911 Redan Rd. in Stone Mountain, will play the movie "Brave" (rated PG) from 2-4 p.m. For families. > "Pitch Perfect" (rated PG-13) plays at Stonecrest Library, 3123 Klondike Rd. in Lithonia, from 2-3:30 p.m. For ages 18 and up. > Rainforest Golf in Stone Mountain reopens at noon (weather permitting) after a brief winter break. Rainforest is located at 5500 Bermuda Road. Sunday…
Friday, February 1, 2013
Also: DeKalb School Choice Expo is Saturday at the Mall at Stonecrest.
Here are some activities and events happening in Stone Mountain and Lithonia this weekend: When: Saturday, February 2, 10 am to 1 pm Where: Mall at Stonecrest, 2929 Turner Hill Rd., Lithonia Who’s this for: Parents and students. Why go: Find out what the school choice options are in DeKalb. How much: Free When: Saturday, Feb. 2, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Davidson-Arabia Nature Preserve, 3787 Klondike Rd., Lithonia Who's this for: People who can help out. Why go: Help tidy up the nature preserve in this kickoff monthly volunteer service project. How much: Your time and abilities. When: Saturday, Feb. 2, 2-3 p.m. Where: Hairston Crossing Library, 4911 Redan Rd., Stone Mountain Who’s this for: Families Why go: Enjoy this Black History Month …
Thursday, January 31, 2013
The park had two team "fanatics" take their dispute down the tubing hill of the Snow Mountain attraction.
Stone Mountain Park had a bit of fun taking Super Bowl fever to Facebook and Youtube - and down its Snow Mountain attraction. Two team "fanatics" took their rivalry down the snowy hill. Captured on video (attached to this article) and posted on Youtube, the Baltimore Ravens fan came down first. Before Stone Mountain Park took it to the hilltop, it posted this on its Facebook page: Baltimore or San Francisco? We lined up 2 fanatics to settle it on the Snow Mountain tubing hill! Our prediction for The Big Game is coming soon! The two "fanatics" in the photo (attached) were a man in a tan and red court jester-style hat with the words "San Francisco" taped to his red shirt, and a Ravens fan clad in purple, Mardi Gras beads and with gold tinsel…
Thursday, January 10, 2013
A film crew is working at the park, which has welcomed movie projects such as "The Three Stooges" before.
Stone Mountain Park is staying mum, but there's evidence -- and talk -- that a movie project is underway there. "We cannot confirm that," park spokeswoman Jeanine Jones told Patch. She did say a portion of the park, on Robert E. Lee Drive near the east gate, was closed off Wednesday. A person familiar with the film work at the park said it's the movie "Prisoners” and that film crews had created snow in the area that’s closed off. Indeed a layer of the white stuff was seen. There were signs in the park leading crews to the project, a white tent and some smaller trucks at the location, but not a lot of activity, lights or equipment late Wednesday afternoon. According to Internet Movie Database (IMDB), “Prisoners" will star Hugh Jackman, Jake…
Friday, January 4, 2013
Also Snow Mountain is still going on until Feb. 18
Here are a few events going on locally this weekend: When: Sunday, Jan. 6, 8-11 a.m. Where: Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, 3787 Klondike Road, Lithonia, 30038. 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. For more information: Click here or call: 770-484-3060 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 …
Friday, December 14, 2012
Also up this weekend: Bagpiper at sundown in Stone Mountain Village; Nature hike at Davidson-Arabia Mountain nature preserve.
When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-12 p.m Where: Redan-Trotti Library, 1569 Wellborn Rd., Lithonia Who's this for: Those interested in an author discussion. Why go: Hear Stewart speak about "The Gift," her book of poems and prayers inspired by scripture. She'll also answer questions about the publishing process. How much: free When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 2-3 p.m. Where: Hairston Crossing Library, 4911 Redan Rd., Stone Mountain Who's this for: Readers of the book and those who want to talk about it. Why go: Talk with others about this fascinating story. How much: free When: Through December 23 (check matinee, evening and morning show times). Where: ART Station, 5384 Manor Dr, Stone Mountain Who's this for: Those who love the theater and a good …
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Check out scenes from the annual winter wonderland/holiday celebration.
Stone Mountain Park had its Media Day on Dec. 1. Enjoy some snapshots and video Patch took of the winter and holiday fun. Here are some details on Snow Mountain and Stone Mountain 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 (Learn about Stone Mountain Park pass pricing here). Snow Mountain & Christmas Combo Family Value Pass is $199 for a family of four, plus tax, and includes meal tickets, hot chocolate and more. When: Through Feb. 18 Where: …
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Keep this information in mind as you get your week started.
1. Have you set your clock back yet? Daylight Saving Time has ended, and now we "fall back" one hour. 2. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 6. Take a look at our election guide for presidential and local race information, and stay tuned with Patch all day for complete election coverage. 3. There's no school on Nov. 6 for DeKalb County School District students. To keep them busy locally that day, consider Game Day for teens (ages 13-17) at Lithonia-Davidson Library, 6821 Church St. in Lithonia, from 2-4 p.m.; or Learn About Owls for ages 5-12 at Hairston Crossing Library, 4911 Redan Road in Stone Mountain. 4. Local city council meetings. The Lithonia City Council meets Monday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m. for its regular business meeting, and the Stone …
Friday, October 26, 2012
Also this weekend: the last Clarkston Farmers Market of the season on Sunday, Country Living Fair at Stone Mountain Park and several fall festivals.
This is the final weekend for: When: Runs through Sunday, Oct. 28, 7-9 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays 7 - 9:30 p.m. Where: Stone Mountain Park's Antebellum Plantation Why go: This is the 27th year for the Halloween family event, which is sponsored by ART Station and includes a mix of ghost, fun and spooky stories. Cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children (12 & under). Discounted adult tickets are $12 when purchased in advance online or at the ART Station Box Office. Discounted child tickets are available on Children's Group Nights which are all three Sundays of the "Tour". Ticket prices for Children's Group Nights are $3 per child (12 & under) with a group of 10 or more children. When: Through Sunday, Oct. 28 Where: Stone Mountain …
Leslie Johnson
12:13 pm on Thursday, January 31, 2013
I'm from Baltimore, so I agree with this prediction. Go Ravens! :) more ›