Four things to do around Atlanta on Thursday, Mar. 3:

1. FEATURED
Give a friendly 7-foot-tall polar bear a hug today at the World of Coca-Cola. Hours of fun and sugar await at this iconic Atlanta institution. [There're some big events coming up this weekend. Do you have your tickets yet? If you love beer, barbeque and blues you'll want to get on it.]

2. FREE & CHEAP
Today's your lucky day, because we're sharing how to get in free to Atlanta's most popular attractions. [Save even more time and money by taking MARTA. These stations bring you to good food and good times.]

3. FOOD
Hope you're hungry. Here's a comprehensive map showing 26 must-try restaurants and bars for March. [We're obsessed with an especially sticky dish this week. Hint: CBJB.]

4. FAMILY-FRIENDLY
Dive into folktales through Tale Time Thursdays at the Center for Puppetry Arts at 3 p.m. to hear stories from around the globe. Free with museum admission. [Summer is just around the corner. Where will your kids be attending camp? There's something for everyone in this summer camp guide.]

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Rose Scott signals as Closer Look goes on air in the WABE studio. An Atlanta resident left WABE a $3 million donation, a boost after WABE lost $1.9 million in annual funding from the Corporation of Public Broadcasting. (Ben Gray / AJC file)

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