Summer Movies 2011
If you’re like me, you’re counting down the last few days of school with a mix of emotions. I’ll be so glad to see my children all day every day – really, I will! And, I am definitely glad we don’t have to catch a bus at 6:45 every morning. But I do hear this little voice screaming whispering in my head, “What are we going to do for the next three months to stay busy and sane that won’t cost a fortune?”

My children love movies – and there are tons of free or really cheap movies to see in the Alpharetta area over the summer. Here is a list of some local summer programs. Check the theater websites for specific details. Most of these programs have greatly reduced ticket prices ($1-$2) and some offer concession specials as well. Check before you go – some theaters will still try to sell you the $7 kids pack. Um, no thanks.

Studio Movie Grill on Holcombe Bridge Road

http://www.studiomoviegrill.com/SummerSeries.php

2880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-992-8411
5/30-6/3 – cloudy with a chance of meatballs
6/6-6/10 – how to train your dragon
6/13-6/17 – shrek forever after
6/20-6/24 – megamind
6/27-7/1 – madagascar 2
7/4-7/8 – kung fu panda
7/11-7/15 – stuart little
7/18-7/22 – charlotte’s web
7/25-7/29 – open season
8/1-8/5 – winmpy kid
8/8-8/12 – monster house

Regal North Point Market 8 on North Point Parkway

http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx?state=GA

6500 North Point Pkwy. Alpharetta, GA 770-663-0660
6/7-6/8 – astro boy, megamind
6/14-6/15 – despicable me, marmaduke
6/21-6/22 – pirates who don’t do anything, shrek forever after
6/28-6/29 – bee movie, diary of a wimpy kid
7/5-7/6 – how to train your dragon, shrek the third
7/12-7/13 – kung fu panda, tale of despereaux
7/19-7/20 – madagascar 2, ramona & beezus
7/26-7/27 – barnyard, yogi bear
8/2-8/3 – alpha and omega, charlotte’s web

Medlock Crossing Stadium 18 at Medlock Bridge and State Bridge

http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx?state=GA

9700 Medlock Bridge Road Suite 170 Duluth GA 770-814-0768
6/7-6/8 – pirates who don’t do anything, shrek forever after
6/14-6/15 – bee movie, diary of a wimpy kid
6/21-6/22 – how to train your dragon, shrek the third
6/28-6/29 – kung fu panda, tale of despereaux
7/5-7/6 – madagascar 2, ramona & beezus
7/12-7/13 – barnyard, yogi bear
7/19-7/20 – alpha and omega, charlotte’s web
7/26-7/27 – astro boy, megamind
8/2-8/3 – despicable me, marmaduke

Movies 400 Cumming

http://www.seethemovies.com/free_family_films.php

415 Atlanta Rd, Cumming, GA 678.947.4473
Bring a can of food or school supply to receive a free popcorn. Unexpired foods only! One per person.
5/31 – 6/02 – ramona & nanny mcphee returns
6/07 – 6/09 – how to train your dragon
6/14 – 6/16 – megamind
6/21 – 6/23 – narnia: dawn treader
6/28 – 6/30 – diary of a wimpy kid
7/05 – 7/07 – despicable me
7/12 – 7/14 – marmaduke
7/19 – 7/21 – alpha & omega
7/26 – 7/28 – rango
8/02 – 8/04 – diary of a wimpy kid 2
8/09 – 8/11 – hop

And, a note from AMC’s site. Apparently they aren’t have a summer movie series this year which is really disappointing. I’d love to frequent the AMC at the Avenue Forsyth but not for full price.
“Thank you for your interest in our AMC Summer MovieCamp program in recent years. Unfortunately, the number of guests has been fewer in recent years, with many shows operating with less than 25 guests in the auditorium. Last year, attendance dropped so significantly that we have made the difficult decision to discontinue the program. While we don’t have Summer MovieCamp any longer, here’s a list of summer films that your family might enjoy and if you come before noon, shows will have value pricing (excluding holiday periods).”
Here is a list of the summer kid’s films just for reference.
- may 27: kung fu panda 2: the kaboom of doom
- june 10: judy moody and the not bummer summer
- june 24: cars 2
- july 1: monte carlo
- july 8: zookeeper
- july 15: winnie the pooh
- july 17: mr popper’s penguins
- august 5: smurfs
- august 19: spy kids 4: all the time in the world

$50 is due at the time of scheduling to hold your appointment. The package may be upgraded after your session.

I have had several requests for November dates. Since the holiday season gets so busy and schedules are crazy, I will honor the mini session package pricing for any mini session scheduled before November 30. (Does not apply to newborn sessions) If you need a date other than October 16, October 23 or November 6 please contact me to save a time!

Usually I recommend that you pick one or two colors and build from there. Try different shades of one color or perhaps different patterns. Try to avoid really busy patterns, though, and stay away from logos. Even for children I suggest not selecting clothing with cartoon characters. This provides for a more timeless outfit and keeps the focus on the child.

This fall purples are really popular – deep purples, plums, even lavender are beautiful with the changing leaves. Cream and brown also look fabulous. I saw a really great looking family portrait the other day where everyone wore black and white and there were splashes of red mixed in. Super fun – and very fitting for all you UGA fans!

Here is the first idea. Enjoy!