East Cobb News contributor Tamar Levy follows up her post from last week about shopping small for the holidays with another seasonal-related post, her suggestions for quality family time together, both at home and out in the East Cobb community and nearby.
Levy will be contributing another holiday story soon, and we’ll also be adding more freelancers in the new year to help us cover more of the news you’ve come to expect from East Cobb News.
By Tamar Levy
December is here which means it is holiday season! At this time of year, it is wonderful to find ways to celebrate the winter holidays locally. There are several family-friendly options that will guarantee to bring joy to everyone.
Enchanted Woodland Wonders
Sunday, December 11
Visit the Chattahoochee Nature Center and get into the holiday spirit with some family fun. This includes live reindeer from Petit Creek Farms, arts and crafts, holiday festivities, artist booth, games and more!
(770) 992- 2055
9135 Willeo Road Roswell, GA 30075
World of Illumination
November 16- January 1
Take a magical drive through Reindeer Road and enjoy the enchanting lights through the World of Illumination. Visit Santa’s workshop, snowmen, and reindeer all while touring the beautiful arctic.
Six Flags White Water
250 Cobb Parkway N
Marietta GA 30062
Menorah Lightings
December 18
5-6:30 p.m.
Congregation Etz Chaim invites the East Cobb Jewish community to the Winter Wonderland festival from 2-4 at the synagogue (Indian Hills Parkway), followed by a Menorah lighting at East Cobb Park (3322 Roswell Road) starting at 5 p.m.
5:30-6:30 PM
Join The Avenue East Cobb and Chabad of Cobb for a traditional Menorah light ceremony, treats, activities and an incredible gelt drop by the Cobb County Fire Department.
(770) 971- 9945
4475 Roswell Road
Marietta, GA 30062
Magical Christmas Snow Fall with Anna and Elsa
December 24
5-7 PM
Grab a slice of Carlo’s Pizza and watch Elsa use her powers to bring the snowfall to Georgia!
(404) 647-0613
1100 Johnson Ferry Rd
Suite 225
Marietta, GA 30068
Are you looking to start some new traditions with your family this holiday season? Here are some ideas for special theme nights to celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas at home!
- Decorate sufganiyot (Hanukkah donuts) or Christmas tree ornaments
- Dress in matching pajamas and have a movie night
- Invite children to choose the toys they no longer play with so they can donate them to a new family
- Put hot cocoa in to-go cups and drive around admiring the lights in your neighborhood
- Play Dreidel or guess the Christmas smell game and the winner gets to choose the next themed night
- Do a flashlight scavenger hunt—look for themed Hanukkah or Christmas items in the house
- Have a dance party to a Hanukkah or Christmas playlist
- Make something for someone else, a card for a friend, a craft for a loved one, etc.
- Invite a family that celebrates a different holiday to learn about how yours is celebrated
Related:
- East Cobb’s Fox Family holiday lights display marks 15th year
- PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Holiday Lights go on at East Cobb Park
- PHOTOS: Johnson Ferry Christmas Party celebrates the season
- Stuff-A-Bus toy drive to make 2 stops in East Cobb
- A holiday gift guide for shopping small in East Cobb
- Sewell Mill Library, The Art Place holding holiday markets
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