Put on your sun hats, DeKalb County residents, and get ready for some fun in the summer heat this June. All month, towns all around DeKalb will host some of the most exciting summertime events perfect for the whole family.
Decatur
Downtown Decatur Beach Party. 5p.m. to 11 p.m. June 17. $15 per person, $7 for kids age 4 to 12, free for kids age 3 and under. Downtown Decatur. 101 East Court Square, Decatur, Ga. 30030. 678-553-6573. www.decaturdba.com
You don't have to spend a fortune going to the coast in order to enjoy a nice, sandy beach. Instead, just wander on down to Decatur on June 17 for the Downtown Decatur Beach Party. For one evening, Ponce de Leon Avenue will transform into a beach, courtesy of 60 tons of soft sand. While relaxing on the "beach," you and your family can enjoy delicious treats while dancing and listening to live music.
DeKalb Symphony Orchestra Free Concert. 8 p.m. June 14. Free. First Baptist Church of Decatur. 308 Clairemont Road, Decatur, Ga. 30030. 678-891-3565. www.dekalbsymphonyorchestra.org.
Show your family a few of the finer things in life by bringing them to the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra Free Concert happening on June 14. This year's concert features Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjue with Rene Izquierdo playing guitar. Arrive early to have dinner at the Avondale Pizza Cafe -- a portion of the pre-concert sales will benefit the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra.
Dunwoody
Junior Beekeepers Program. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 25. $30 per child. Dunwoody Nature Center. 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody, Ga. 30338. webbvet@yahoo.com. www.metroatlantabeekeepers.org.
If your kids dream of having their own beehives, or simply want to find out where honey comes from, bring them to the Junior Beekeepers Program at the Dunwoody Nature Center on June 25. Provided by the Metro Atlanta Beekeepers Association, this all-day course will introduce children to the nature of bees as they discover the art of beekeeping and learn about why bees play such a vital role in maintaining a healthy planet. Kids will put on a real bee suit with a veil, help inspect a live beehive and extract honey. Each child will take home a participation certificate, local honey and a wealth of knowledge about beekeeping.
Stone Mountain
Father's Day Car Show at the Rock. 11 a.m. June 19. Free with Stone Mountain Park admission. The Meadow at Stone Mountain Park. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, Ga. 30083. 800-401-2407. www.stonemountainpark.com.
You know what your dad likes -- cars. Show your dad that you truly understand and love him by taking him down to Stone Mountain Park on June 19 for the Father's Day Car Show at the Rock. You and your pop can enjoy seeing an array of vintage and antique cars, then stick around to see the Stone Mountain Lasershow Spectacular afterwards.
Atlanta Food Truck and Music Festival. Saturday Noon to 8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 11 through 12. Tickets starting at $15, free for kids age 12 and under. The Meadow at Stone Mountain Park. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, Ga. 30083. Jberg@thereynoldsgroupinc.com. www.atlantastreetfoodfestival.com.
Bring your appetite to Stone Mountain Park on June 11 and 12 for the Atlanta Food Truck and Music Festival. With over 60 local food trucks, there's a little something for every taste bud. While you eat, enjoy music and entertainment whose proceeds benefits the Giving Kitchen in Atlanta.
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