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Ben Ten Festival
In conjunction with Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World
July 4-13
Atlanta History Center

Celebrate our nation’s independence with 10 days of Benjamin Franklin-themed activities. On July 4, enjoy musical performances by colonial musicians and participate in interactive science and art projects.

Throughout the festival, you can learn about trades and cooking from the colonial period, plus view printmaking demonstrations and enjoy various hands-on activities. Children can design their own kites and fly them on the Swan House lawn. Also view the exhibit, featuring Franklin’s printing press, bifocals, lighting rod and hundreds of other rare artifacts, plus more than 40 hands-on activities for children.

The exhibit will be open through October 5. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. noon-5:30 p.m. General admission: Adults, $15; children 4-12, $10; 3 and under, free. Programs are free with admission. 130 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-814-4000. For program details, visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com.

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Flying Colors Butterfly Festival
Chattahoochee Nature Center
July 14 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Your little ones will delight in seeing hundreds of butterflies flying through the air at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Take pictures of the butterflies, visit live animal exhibits and explore a collection of insects from around the world. Jerry Zee & Boogie Woogie Bullfrog will perform family-friendly songs teaching kids about animals and the environment. Children can have butterflies painted on their faces, play themed games, create sidewalk art and other crafts.

$7; children 2 and under, free. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055, ext. 236.

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B*ATL (Battle of Atlanta Anniversary Celebration)
Atlanta Neighborhoods
July 20-22

Celebrate the 143rd anniversary of the Battle of Atlanta during weekend-long festivities held in the very neighborhoods where the Civil War battle took place. Visit Oakland Cemetery, the Cyclorama and Sylvester Cemetery, a historic 1842 burial ground, or take a tour along the battle’s actual front lines where re-enactors will tell their personal stories of war. Van tours leave every two hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Walking tours leave on the hour. There will also be a House Tour, a Civil War Memorabilia and Antiques Show, musical performances from shape note singers and fiddle players and a unique one-man performance of “Gone With the Wind” in just 20 minutes.

Tickets for B*ATL tours are $15. Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased at East Atlanta Ace Hardware, Sabra Gallery, Traders Store and Donna Van Gogh’s in Candler Park. For event details, visit www.batlevent.org. 404-377-6148.

Young Writer’s Workshop. Yawn’s Books. Every Wed. 4:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Young writers participate in discussions and writing exercises. Culminates with a performance. Free. 210 E. Main St., Canton. 678-880-1922.

Toddler Thursdays. The High Museum of Art, Greene Family Center. July 5, 12, 19, 26. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Ages 2-4. Create your own art masterpieces while enjoying the museum’s current exhibits. Free with admission: adults, $15; children 6-17, $10; under 6, free. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-733-4444.

Summer Studio. The High Museum of Art, Greene Family Center. July 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29. Fri.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Hands-on art activities from sun print photography to creating miniature furniture. Free with admission: adults, $15; children 6-17, $10; under 6, free. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-733-4444.

Create-a-Bug. Atlanta Botanical Garden, Children’s Classroom. July 7, 14, 21, 28. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Learn basic bug biology by making your own insect model. $6/child plus admission: adults, $12; children 3-17, $9; under 3, free. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Home Depot Kids Workshop. Various locations. 1st Saturday. 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 5-12. Learn do-it-yourself skills in a how-to clinic designed just for kids. Create toolboxes and mail organizers, build birdhouses and more. Must be accompanied by an adult. Free. www.homedepot.com.

Crafts for Kids. Lakeshore Learning Store. Every Saturday. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 3 and up. Kids can make animal collages, decorate banks, put on a puppet show and create a collage mirror. Free. 2757 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta. 770-951-1700.

Painting with the Masters. Art on 5 Gallery. Saturdays. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 5-18. Paint, sketch and draw with local artists in the community. Bring sketchbook or examples of work and any materials you would like to work with. Free. 2001 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Ste. 530, Atlanta. 404-564-4799.

Smart Saturdays. Woodstock Arts Center. Saturdays. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. New art project each week with clay, painting, weaving and more. $10/week. 305 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock. 678-754-8482.

A Spanish Immersion. Nannies and Sitters International. June 30-July 1; July 14-15. Sat. 9 a.m.-noon; Sun. 2-5 p.m. Learn Spanish through games and other fun activities. Registration required. $10/child. Intown Atlanta locations. 404-527-6245.

The Ultimate Playdate. East Cobb Park. Every Wed. 4-7 p.m. Local artist Jay Memory performs classic hits and sing-alongs for kids. Free. 3322 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-591-3160.

Concert in the Park. Dunwoody Nature Center. Through Sept. 8. 5-7 p.m. This music series features educational and interactive activities for kids. July 14: Otto Stoy. Adults, $5; children, $3. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody. 770-394-3322.

Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak in His Own Words and Pictures. The Breman Museum. With hands-on interactive exhibits, kids can “cook” in the Night Kitchen, read books on Rosie’s Stoop and even dress up like a “wild thing.” Through Sept. 30. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults, $10; children 3-6, $2; under 3, free. Free parking adjacent to the museum. 1440 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. 678-222-3700.

Beyond the Presidency: 25 Years of The Carter Center. Jimmy Carter Library and Museum. A behind-the-scenes look at the human rights work of the former U.S. President and his wife Rosalynn. Through Nov. 25. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Sun. noon-4:45 p.m. Adults, $8; children 16 and under, free. 441 Freedom Pkwy., Atlanta. 404-865-7100.

Lizards and Snakes: Alive! Fernbank Museum of Natural History. View more than 60 live snakes and lizards from five continents in this up-close exhibit. Through Aug. 12. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $13; children 3-12, $11; under 2, free. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

Can You Tell Me How to Get to Sesame Street? Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Stage a Muppet show, pop into Mr. Hooper’s store and more at 123 Sesame Street. Through Sept. 9. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $11; children under 2, free. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

David Roger’s Big Bugs and Killer Plants. Atlanta Botanical Garden. Learn about the roles of insects and plants in the largest display of insect-eating plants. Through Oct. 31. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Adults, $12; children, $9; under 3, free. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Louvre Atlanta. The High Museum of Art. Special presentations of works of art from the Louvre. Through Oct. 2009. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $15; children 6-17, $10; under 6, free. Reservations suggested. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-733-4444.

Anne Frank in the World. Old Decatur Courthouse on the Square. The history of Anne Frank. Through Dec. 2009. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 101 East Court Square, Decatur. 678-839-6281.

Alpharetta Family Reunion Workshop. Embassy Suites Hotel. July 27. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Get tips on gathering your family tree. Lunch provided. Registration required. Free. 5955 Northpoint Pkwy., Alpharetta. 678-297-2811.

Movies in the Park. Various locations. Dusk. July 7: “Night at the Museum, ” July 28: “Happy Feet,” Central Park, Cumming; July 13: “Over the Hedge,” Newton Park, Alpharetta; July 14: “Charlotte’s Web,” River Forks Park, Gainesville (no pre-show entertainment); July 27: “Night at the Museum,” Carl Miller Park, Newnan. Face painting, arts and crafts, inflatables and more begin at 6 p.m. Free. www.georgiamoviesinthepark.com.

Cinema on the Square. Downtown Decatur. Activities start at 7 p.m. Movies start at 9 p.m. July 14: “Over the Hedge.” July 28: “Akeelah and the Bee.” Free. 101 East Court Square, Decatur. 404-371-9355.

River Movies. Riverside Park. July 20: “Akeelah and the Bee.” Dusk. Free. 575 Riverside Rd., Roswell. 770-641-3705.

Family Fun Film Nights. Villages Amphitheater. July 27: “Charlotte’s Web.” 9 p.m. Free. 301 LaFayette Ave., Fayetteville. 770-719-4173.

Smyrna Movies by Moonlight. Tolleson Park. July 28: “Jurassic Park.” Dusk. Free. 3515 McCauley Rd., Smyrna. 770-431-2842.

Saturday Safari. Piedmont Park. 1st & 3rd Sat. 11 a.m.-noon. Nature activities from bird watching to eco-art. July 7: What’s in my Trash?; July 21: Insect-a-rama. $7/child. 400 Park Dr. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-4024.

Summer Saturdays. Chattahoochee Nature Center. 11 a.m.-noon. July 7: J’Miah Nabawi- Hola Kumba Hello Creativity; July 21: Piccadilly Puppets - Cherokee Tales; July 28: Tahino - Sabor Latino. Adults, $5; children 3-12, $2; 2 and under, free. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055.

Exploring Nature With Your Child. Fernbank Science Center. July 19, 26. Thurs. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 4 and up. Learn about plants and animals found in Fernbank Forest. Free. 156 Heaton Park Dr. NE, Atlanta. 678-874-7100.

Family Canoe Day. Chattahoochee Nature Center. July 22. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 5 and up. Learn about canoes and how to paddle them, then practice what you learned on the Chattahoochee Nature Center’s pond. Pre-registration required. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055, ext. 237.

Animal Encounters. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Thursdays and Fridays. 10 a.m., 4 p.m. Learn about native wildlife with a live animal show. Adults, $5; children 3-12, $2; 2 and under, free. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055.

Party with the Possums Night Hike. Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge. Fridays in July. 8:30 p.m. Learn about nocturnal animals during a family-friendly hike. Bring a flashlight. Meet in Visitor Center parking lot. Free; parking, $3. 651 Red Top Mountain Rd., Cartersville. 770-975-4226.

Children’s Garden Amphitheater Program. Atlanta Botanical Garden. Saturdays. 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Live performances, sing-alongs, games and other garden fun. Free with admission: adults, $12; children 3-17, $9; under 3, free. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Lawrenceville Ghost Tours. Fridays and Saturdays. 8:30 p.m. Tour Lawrenceville and learn all its haunted secrets. Tours are 90 minutes long and begin at the Lil’ River Grill. Adults, $12; children under 12, $9. 179 E. Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-407-6690.

Americana Fest. Tanglewood Farm. July 1-31. Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A month-long independence celebration with patriotic pony parades, bluegrass music, hayrides and the Little Britches Rodeo. $9/person, includes tour and pony ride; hayrides, $5. 171 Tanglewood Dr., Canton. 770-667-6464.

Are We On Sesame Street? Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. July 7. noon. Eric Litwin plays his banjo in an interactive performance with playful songs and stories. Free with admission: $11; children under 2, free. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

The Georgia Quarter Horse Association Stars & Stripes/Big “A” Circuit Horse Show. Georgia International Horse Park. July 7-8, 10-15. Times vary. Watch riders of all ages compete. Free. 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., Conyers. 770-602-2606.

Mountain Park Showcase and Craft Fair. Mountain Park Activity Building. July 7. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arts, crafts and class demonstrations. Kids will enjoy moonwalks, face painting and more. Free. 1063 Rockbridge Rd., Stone Mountain. 770-564-3060.

Log Cabin Hour. DeKalb History Park. July 11, 25. 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-12. Learn about life as a Native American or pioneer with hands-on activities, themed crafts, storytelling, games and more. Reservations required. $5/child. 720 Trinity Place, Decatur. 404-373-1088.

Fayette Idol Contest. Villages Amphitheater. July 13. 7 p.m. Watch kids and adults compete in this popular singing contest or become a contestant yourself. Adults, $5; children under 12, $2. Application fee, $10. 301 LaFayette Ave., Fayetteville. 770-719-4173.

African Sunset Safari. Zoo Atlanta. July 14. 5:30-8 p.m. Have fun at the zoo after hours with animal viewing, music, traditional dancers and more. Adults, $10; children, $5; under 3, free. 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta. 404-624-9453.

Summer Family Fun Day. High Museum of Art. July 14. noon-5 p.m. Enjoy scrapbooking with family photos, foil modeling and more. Live music, a book signing by local author Lynn Cullen and tour the museum’s exhibits. Free with admission: adults, $15; children 6-17, $10; under 6, free. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-733-4444.

Celebration of Asian Cultures in Atlanta. Atlanta Botanical Garden. July 14-15. Discover Asian heritage at this two-day festival featuring demonstrations, fashion shows, exhibits, music, dance, games and more. Adults, $12; children 3-17, $9; under 3, free. Parking, $4. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Between the Lions. Atlanta-Fulton Library. July 19-21. 3 p.m. Interactive shows, stories and photo ops with characters from this popular children's show. Free. One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta. 404-730-1700.

National Black Arts Festival. Various locations and times. July 20-29. Music, dance, art, theater, films and family events celebrating Africa and the African Diaspora. Cost ranges from free to $50. For event locations and times, visit www.nbaf.org or call 404-730-7315.

Grand Opening. Sweet Water Park. July 21. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Children's activities, inflatables, face painting, food, sports, demonstrations, cultural performances. Free. 800 Bethesda School Rd., Lawrenceville. 770-822-8840.

A Teen Scene. Nannies and Sitters International. July 28. 8-10 p.m. (ages 13-15); 10 p.m.-midnight (ages 16-18). Come hang out at “The Spot,” a fun teen club with games, food, music and dance contests. Registration required. $10. Intown Peachtree location. 404-527-6245.

Reptile Day. Fernbank Museum of Natural History. July 21. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. See live reptiles and amphibians on display with experts available to answer questions and educate visitors. Free with admission: adults, $13; children 12 and under, $11. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

Shimmy and Shake. Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. July 21. noon. Kids learn about movement through interactive musical games and lively dances. Free with admission: $11; children under 2, free. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

Rockin’ Saturday. Weinman Mineral Museum. July 28. noon-2 p.m. Create rock-themed art work. Free with admission: adults, $4; children 6-11, $3; under 6, free. Exit 293 and Hwy. 411, Cartersville. 770-386-0576.

Camp Avenue. The Avenue. Through July. Every Wed. at The Avenue West Cobb; every Thurs. at The Avenue Peachtree City. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-10. Weekly activities including arts and crafts, storytelling, pet costume parade and more. Registration required. Free. 3625 Dallas Hwy., Marietta; 239 City Circle, Peachtree City. 877-843-2836.

Animal Planet Summer Adventure. Stone Mountain Park. Through Aug. 5. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Features exciting animal shows, live entertainment, sightseeing tours, pedal boats, mini-golf, plenty of attractions and other activities. Kids can meet SpongeBob and their favorite VeggieTales characters. Free with one-day all attractions pass: adults, $24; children 3-11, $19. Parking, $8. Hwy. 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690.

Lasershow Spectacular. Stone Mountain Park. Through Aug. 12. 9:30 p.m. Come see one of Atlanta’s favorite attractions with neon laser lights, characters, stories, graphics and fireworks, all choreographed to music. Free; parking, $8. Hwy. 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690.

Family Fun Days. Centennial Olympic Park. Through Sept. 22. 4th Saturdays. noon-4 p.m. Afternoons of interactive, educational children’s activities and entertainment including street musicians, games, contests, local sports mascots and more. July 28: It’s About Sports. Free. 265 Park Ave. NW, Atlanta. 404-222-7275.

Family Fun Night. Gallery at South DeKalb. Every 3rd Thursday. 6-7 p.m. A night of storytelling, magicians, puppetry, music, science demonstrations, arts and crafts, and other activities. Free. 2801 Candler Rd., Decatur. 404-241-2431.

2007 Georgia Games Championships. July 12-22. Watch Georgians of all ages and skill levels compete in this annual sports festival or get in the game yourself. Locations and times vary by event. 770-528-3580. www.georgiagames.org.

Youth Fishing Day. Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge. July 21. 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Children can fish in ponds stocked with catfish, bass and bream. Fish caught can be kept. Rods are provided; bring your own bait. Parking, $3. 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen. 706-878-3087.

Southern Region Water Ski Championships. Whitestone Lake Estates. July 26-29. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Skiers from age 4 to 94 compete in three events over this four-day period. Children’s play area includes inflatables and a giant slide. Free for spectators. Old Hwy. 5, Talking Rock. 770-386-1596..

Book Nook. Carter Presidential Library, Museum Lobby. July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 10 a.m. Ages 3-7. Stories about the presidency, leadership and growing up told with books and colorful illustrations. Afterwards, go on a nature scavenger hunt and identify plants and animals. Garden Safari begins at 10:30 a.m. Free. 441 Freedom Pkwy., Atlanta. 404-865-7101.

Children’s Garden Storybook Time. Atlanta Botanical Garden, Children’s Garden Amphitheater. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays through Oct. 10 a.m. Listen to stories about butterflies, tadpoles, trees and other garden friends. Free with admission: adults, $12; children 3-17, $9; under 3, free. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Storytime. Little Shop of Stories. Tues. 11 a.m.; Thurs. 7 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. All ages. Listen to stories and enjoy milk and cookies on Thursdays. Free. 515 N. McDonough St., Decatur. 404-373-6300.

Puppet Plays and Workshops. Roswell Cultural Arts Center. July 2-7, 9-14, 16-21. Shows: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.; Sat. 11 a.m. Workshops: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m. Colorful children’s stories are told with puppets; afterwards learn how to make one. Reservations required. Show, $4; workshop, $3. 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-594-6411.

Beauty and the Beast. Center for Puppetry Arts. Through July 8. Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.; Sat. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. In this classic fairy tale, rags, mops and brooms dance to tunes and things thrown away perform the play. Adults and children, $16. 1404 Spring St., Atlanta. 404-873-3391.

Summerfest. Center for Puppetry Arts. July 10-Aug. 19. Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. This annual series features performances of classic children’s stories. July 10-22: “Anansi the Spider,” July 24-Aug. 5: “Pinocchio,” Aug. 7-19: “The Legend of the Banana Kid.” $16 includes show, workshop and museum admission. 1404 Spring St., Atlanta. 404-873-3391.

The Little Mermaid. Towne Lake Arts Center. July 11-Aug. 5. Sat. 11 a.m., 3 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m.; July 11, 18 and 25. 10 a.m. A musical adaptation of the story about a mermaid who falls in love with a prince. $8/person. 6576 Commerce Pkwy., Woodstock. 678-494-4251.

Robin Hood. Conant Performing Arts Center. July 11-28. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.; Sat. 10 a.m., 1 p.m. Join Robin Hood and his Merry Men in this family adventure. Adults, $12; children 4-13, $10. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-264-0020.

Seussical The Musical. Chattahoochee High School. July 12-14. 7 p.m.; Sat. July 14. 1 p.m. The Chattahoochee Community Players present this rhyming adventure led by the most famous Seuss character of all, the Cat in the Hat. Adults, $15; children, $12. 5230 Taylor Rd., Alpharetta. www.ccplayers.org.

Froggie Went A’ Courtin’. Kudzu Playhouse. July 12-Aug. 4. Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m. A musical melodrama where Froggie saves his beloved Miss Mousie from villain Tom the Cat. $6/person. 608 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell. 770-594-1020.

The Servant of Two Masters. Conant Performing Arts Center. Through July 28. Georgia Shakespeare presents this physical comedy about a mischievous, wisecracking servant. $15-$40. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-264-0020.

Pinocchio. Blackwell Playhouse. July 28-Aug. 25. Sat. 11 a.m., 3 p.m. The adventures of an animated puppet who wants to become a real boy. Face painting before the show. $8/person. 3378 Canton Rd., Marietta. 678-213-3311.

My Spanish Workshop. Fri. 4 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m. Puppet shows and movies for kids in Spanish. $3-$5/child. 11050 Crabapple Rd., Ste. 109, Roswell. 770-552-2626.

Shindig on the Green. Martin Luther King Jr. Park. July 7, 14, 21. 7-10 p.m. Highlights of this mountain tradition include classic bluegrass music, old-time string bands, cloggers and more. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Martin Luther King Dr., Asheville, NC. 828-258-6101, ext. 345.

Georgia Mountain Fair. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. July 18-29. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. This 12-day event features musical entertainment, carnival rides, a petting zoo, crafts, pony rides, the Miss Georgia Mountain Fair Beauty Pageant and more. $8/person; children under 10, free. Parking, $2. 1311 Music Hall Rd., Hiawassee, Ga. 706-896-4191.

Bob the Builder. Tweetsie Railroad. July 21-22. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Join the Can-do Crew for a 20-minute, interactive performance starring Bob the Builder. First-come, first-served seating. Adults, $29; children 3-12, $21; 2 and under, free. 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, North Carolina. 877-893-3874.

Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. July 27-31, Aug. 2-5. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Includes a 25-minute ride with Thomas, storytelling, arts and crafts, live music, a photo op with Sir Topham Hatt and more. $16; under 2, free. 119 Front St., Dillsboro, NC. 800-872-4681.

Bragg Jam. Ocmulgee Riverwalk. July 28. noon. Children's activities, a pet parade, a water balloon toss, tree climbing and more. Free. Spring St. and I-16, Macon. 478-320-7861.

Chief Vann House Days. Chief Vann House Historic Site. July 28. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Listen to stories and watch crafters demonstrate 19th Century weaving, soap making, quilting, blacksmithing and more. Included with admission: adults, $4; children 6-18, $2.50; 5 and under, free. 82 Ga. Hwy. 225 N., Chatsworth. 706-695-2598.

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