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Atlanta Moms: Alpharetta High School presents the rollicking musical, “Oklahoma!”

February 27, 2011Atlanta Moms Edition, New postsAlpharetta High School, atlanta, eventAlicia

Alpharetta High School presents the rollicking musical, “Oklahoma!” by Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein II, which celebrates America’s pioneering spirit with boot stomping energy!
The high-spirited rivalry between local cowboys and farmers sets a colorful background for Laurey, a winsome farm girl, and two men competing for her love: Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Jud Fry, hired farmhand. Memorable songs, a “dream ballet,” and comedic subplots secure a great entertainment event for the entire family!

Performances are March 17-18 at 7:00 p.m. and March 19-20 at 2:00 p.m. in the Alpharetta High School auditorium.

Purchase tickets for $10.00 in advance at www.seatyourself.biz

Photography by: Glenn Prince, Glenn Prince Photography, Mobile: 678-525-3338

Atlanta Moms Special Offer: Ellenwood Equestrian Center

February 23, 2011Atlanta Moms Editionatlanta, Ellenwood Equestrian Center, summer campAlicia

Ellenwood Equestrian Center - summer camp

Ellenwood Equestrian Center is Atlanta’s premiere riding lesson and summer camp facility. Located just 25 minutes from the in town neighborhoods Ellenwood Equestrian Center offers a virtual traffic free drive.

Riding, swimming, rock climbing, archery and a giant rope swing are just some of the activities your child will enjoy.
The Ellenwood Equestrian Center staff is led by Lynn and Leah Marks, both competitive Dressage riders with over ten years experience. Lynn is a Graduate of Antioch College with a degree in Social Work. Leah is a USDF Bronze Medalist has grown up with campers and helpers alike.

All camp staff are students who have ridden with Ellenwood Equestrian Center for many years. Many started off as campers and now ride competitively themselves.

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Atlanta Blog: Surrogacy and Egg Donation: The Benefits of Working with an Agency

February 7, 2011Atlanta Moms Editionatlanta, egg donation, family acuity, surrogacyAlicia

Recently, many people have started turning to the internet for a wide variety of do-it-yourself projects. An endless amount of advice exists for everything from growing your own vegetable garden to home-schooling your children. However, when it comes to infertility, the DIY route may result in undue amounts of stress and frustration. Going through a reputable agency will ensure that all parties involved are protected from scams and unreliable donors or surrogates.

If you are interested in becoming an egg donor or surrogate, going through an agency has many benefits with no adverse side effects. Not only will you be treated with courtesy and respect, but you will be provided with important information that you may not get from a website. You will also receive guidance, counseling, and answers to all of your questions throughout the entire process, as well as professional legal assistance, should it become necessary.

When you work with Family Acuity, both you and the prospective parents will sign a binding contract to ensure that all parties are protected, legally and financially. It takes a dedicated, generous individual to commit to donate eggs or become a surrogate mother. The process is incredibly rewarding, but is not without its challenges; a reputable agency will ensure that you understand these challenges before you begin.

If you are not a trained financial advisor, would you be comfortable fixing a complicated tax situation by yourself? The same concept applies to infertility. You will benefit greatly from going through a trustworthy agency when it comes to finding or being an egg donor or surrogate, and you can rest easy knowing that your case will be handled professionally and responsibly.

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Atlanta Blog: Pike Nurseries Offers Long-Lasting Beauty and Value, Helps Sprout New Valentine’s Traditions

February 2, 2011Atlanta Moms Edition, Holiday, New postsatlanta, Gifts, pike nurseries, valentines dayAlicia

Exotic Blooms, Classic Plants and More Provide Verdant Alternatives to Conventional Gifts

Chocolate, bath salts and scented candles only last so long. This Valentine’s Day, why not try something that breaks the candy mold? To inspire change, Pike Nurseries will offer customers the perfect alternatives to conventional Valentine’s Day gifts with special offers on rose plants, beautiful houseplants, including orchids and hydrangeas, beginning February 10 through February 15.

Lovebirds can amp up their gift giving with the perfect present at Atlanta-area Pike Nurseries locations. With a twist on the traditional, rose or houseplants from Pike Nurseries are drab no more. These blooming beauties require minimal care and produce long-lasting charm to enhance homes all season long.

Pike Nurseries Valentine's Day Gifts and Specials

Here are a few SPECIALS going on at Pike Nurseries Feb. 10th – 15th:

Cymbidium Orchid – 7” Pot

Reg. $39.99 / Now $29.97

Florist Hydrangea – 6” Pot

Reg. $16.99 / Now $12.97

Cyclamen – 6.5” Pot

Reg. $11.99 / Now $9.97

Daphne Odora – 25% Off

Rose Plants – 25% Off

CARE: Water consistently so soil is just moist to the touch; do not leave the plant in standing water. Do not expose to drafts or direct heat sources; ideal temperature is 60-70 degrees

For more information, please visit Pike Nurseries online at www.pikenursery.com.

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February Nature Exchange Highlights at Chattahoochee Nature Center

February 1, 2011Atlanta Moms Editionatlanta, Chattahoochee Nature Center, outdoor funAlicia

Chattahoochee Nature Center - Nature Exchange

Are cardinals becoming more plentiful? Are sparrows becoming scarce? We need your help to find out.

Every year, the third weekend of February brings the Great Backyard Bird Count. This nationwide bird watching extravaganza is dedicated to counting every bird in sight to find out how resident bird populations are doing. Thanks to people just like you, bird populations have been carefully monitored and programs established to help declining populations.

Chattahoochee Nature Center - Nature Exchange If you haven’t done this before, this is the time to break out your binoculars. Get started by visiting the website for this event at www.birdsource.org/gbbc. Register you and your family and get tips on where to find birds, how to attract them and how to count them. Or join in a bird count at a local organization. The Chattahoochee Nature Center is a great place to count birds and we will have bird brained activities all month for you to enjoy.

Even if you don’t know a robin from a crow, you can enjoy bird watching with your family. Make toilet paper tube binoculars with your children and don’t forget to decorate them (it makes them more powerful.) Get your camera out and take some photos that you can use to identify the birds that you saw. Create a counting contest to see who can count the most black birds, red birds, brown birds and blue birds. Incorporate a little math and graph how many you saw.

Want an extra reward for all of your work? Bring your bird counts, bird photos, graphs or anything showing that you participated in the Great Backyard Bird Count to the Nature Exchange at the Chattahoochee Nature Center and receive extra trading points. Don’t forget, the Nature Exchange cannot accept anything for trade that came from a bird so be sure to leave feathers, nests and eggs at home. For more information about this and other fun activities in the Nature Exchange, visit us at chattnaturecenter.org/nature-exchange.