Friends of the Alpharetta Library Book Sale
DEC 5 Friends of the Alpharetta Library Book Sale 10 Park Plaza 10am-4pm Free Browse a wide variety of books in every genre, including books on tape and rare editions. Details: awesomealpharetta.com
It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DEC 4-20 It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play 180 Academy St. 8pm on Friday & Saturday, 2pm on Sunday TBD Enjoy a new spin on a holiday classic performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast. Details: act1theater.com
Build a Gingerbread House
Get your kids in the holiday spirit with gingerbread house classes from. This demonstration- style class, for you and up to three children, shows decoration techniques to create your own frosting-covered wonderland. Materials will be provided, with multiple dates available. Details: 4305 State Bridge Rd., publix.com/recipes-planning/aprons-cooking-schools/alpharetta
Family Fun on the Rink
Start a new family tradition at Avalon on Ice. Inspired by New York’s Rockefeller Center, this giant ice skating rink will sit in the middle of Avalon and be open daily from November 22 through January 18. Social distancing measures and safety precautions will be in place. Details: 400 Avalon Blvd. experienceavalon.com/events
Library Programs Live at Home
Check out Fulton County Library’s virtual programs while the branches are closed. Events include Streaming Storytime for kids on Facebook every weekday, cooking and DIY classes for adults, and Teen Book Talk via Instagram Live every Friday. Details: afpls.org
Gymnastics Recess Camp
Let little ones burn off some energy at Gymnastics Fun-Cational Recess Camps. Sessions are held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Choose how many days a week your child attends and how often. Ages 4-11. Details: Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St. apm.activecommunities.com/alpharetta
All Children Welcome at this Playground
A new inclusive playground has been installed at Alpharetta Elementary School with a wheelchair adapted swing, as well as sensory environments and other improvements for children with disabilities. An agreement with the city has been made to allow the playground to be for public use at 4 p.m. weekdays and all through the weekend. Details: 192 Mayfield Rd.
The Story of George Bailey
Experience the story of George Bailey in a new old-fashioned way this Christmas with “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” presented by ACT1 Theater. Performances will be throughout December, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. Details: 180 Academy St., act1theater.com
A Private Jazz Concert at Home!
A private jazz concert in the living room? Yes, please! The Velvet Note has you covered for dinner and a show. Just order pickup or delivery from their delicious menu and then livestream the performance from home while you cuddle on the sofa. Details: 4075 Old Milton Pkwy. thevelvetnote.com
Holiday Spirit at Avalon
Start a new holiday tradition this year by visiting the inaugural Holiday Market at Avalon opening November 22. Banish regifting by shopping a curated collection of goods from local artists and small businesses for one-of-a-kind gifts. Details: 400 Avalon Blvd., experienceavalon.com
