The Haunted Highway Family Friendly Experience Offers Fun for All

Georgia's only drive-through Halloween event keeps spooky traditions safely contactless while helping children in need

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Norcross YMCA prepares garden for local school

The Robert Fowler Family YMCA will host the community service project Saturday, September 15 for the YMCA "Days of Service"

7 Oral Reading Tips for Parents

7 ORAL READING TIPS FOR PARENTS

This Is What A Good Babysitter Costs In Atlanta

Get the breakdown on what childcare will cost you, plus an exclusive discount for Patch readers who are ready to book a sitter.

Lionheart's announces summer shows, camps and classes for children and adults

Fun and affordable drama camps, digital video camps and shows this summer in Norcross!

VBS at Christ the King Lutheran Church

Christ the King Lutheran Church is hosting their annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) from Monday, June 1 through Friday, June 5.

Influencers Church Atlanta Easter Egg Helicopter Drop 2015 Carnival (Duluth)

Influencers Church will be hosting an Easter Egg Helicopter Drop this Saturday, April 4th at Hull Middle School from 11 AM to 1 PM!

Exploration Expo Brings Science Front and Center with Must-See Exhibits and Performances on March 28

Atlanta Science Festival’s Flagship Event Includes Hair-Raising, Icy-Hot Activities Throughout the Day

Good News: Teen Saves Life, Girls' Soccer Team Wins it All, Winning Lotto Ticket Sold

Top good news posts this week include a $50,000 scholarship for a student, a brand-new pharmacy, and more.

Good News: Lotto Winners, Signing Bonuses for Teachers, Historic Movie Set Located in Georgia

Top good news posts this week include renovations to a fire-ravaged restaurant, Events to fight cancer, and more.

BBB And FTC Warn About Scholarship Scams

Need money for college? Well scam artists want your money too!

Good News: Stolen Race Car Recovered, Canton, Overdose Victim Rescued, Deputy Rescues Baby Squirrel

Top good news posts this week include a fire department winning the "Guns and Hoses" race, a Stone Mountain man cashing in, and more.

Good News: New Home for Vet, Lottery Winner, Bone Marrow Registry

Top good news posts this week include loved pets, the safest places in Georgia, and more.

Good News: Kids Perform "Let it Go" Cover Hoping for Snow Day, Missing People Located, Easter Bunny Plans Alpharetta Visit

Top good news posts this week include an upcoming tree planting event, a local city receiving a hefty donation, and more.

Good News: Family Finally Gets Heated Home, Winning Lottery Ticket Sold, Student Wins Tech Fair

Top good news posts this week include new police officers, a makeover project for a young man's room, and more.

Cop's Wife Delivers Baby at Fire Station, Park Upgrades, Students Sign Commitment Letters, Top School Counselors Named

Top good news posts this week include "Jog For a Cause" in Milton, spelling bee winners, and more.

Good News: Baby Born in Kroger, Vet Gets Free Home, Canton, Dallas Men Win Lottery, Missing Teen Found Safe

Top good news posts this week include a high school basketball coach's landmark victory, lower unemployment rates, and more.

Good News: Resident Saves Trooper's Life, Reality Show Chef Opening Local Restaurant, $1 Million Grant for Food Bank

Top good news posts this week include local WWII veterans receiving medals for their service, a low state jobless rate, and more.

Good News: Senior Receives Medal for WWII Service, MLK Statue Coming to Capitol, Smyrna Woman Turns 100, Cartersville Gamer Wins Big

Top good news posts this week include a premature baby born at sea, coworkers splitting a winning lotto ticket, and more.

Good News: Homeless Get A Place to Sleep, Police Save Overdose Victim, Elementary School Donates to Less Fortunate, Christmas Trees Recycled

Top good news posts this week include a social media app designed to help Atlanta's homeless, a Valentine's Day giving event, and more.

Good News: Officer Saves Overdose Victim, Pets of the Week, 911 Dispatcher Helps Driver Submerged in Pond

Top good news posts this week include dog fighting rescues up for adoption, first babies of 2015 and more.

GOOD NEWS: Flash Mob Wedding, 'Selma' Actress, Neighbor Saves Christmas

Top good news posts this week include police officers issuing $100 bills to unsuspecting drivers.

Good News! 'Hrockin' Christmas House, National Guard Home for Holidays, and Teen Helps Brothers Escape Fire

Plus, a $255K lottery winner, help for restaurant employees displaced after a fire, a new food garden for students and more.

GOOD NEWS! Kitten's Miraculous Survival, Christmas Fundraiser, Hunger Challenge, Scout's Lifesaver Award

Plus, Santa replies to kids’ letters, bank feeds hungry, NFL quarterback donates to cops, and United Way support brightened the week.

GOOD NEWS!: Neighbor Saves Neighbor, Darth Vader Treats Boy, Driver Helps Motorist, Toys for Tots

Plus, Girl Scouts honored, drives for the less fortunate, businesses hiring, library volunteers recognized, + rescued dogs ready for homes.

GOOD NEWS! Helping Others at Holidays, Cop Saves Life, Hero in Classroom, Business Openings

Plus, top schools and teachers, kids make cards for troops, local shopping, and when are holiday classics on TV were among week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Third-Grader Saves Life, Free Santa Photos, Free Babysitting, Local Fundraises

Plus, top schools, veterans share stories, little free library, were among week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Most Caring City, K-9 Donated to Honor Late Son, Inspire Award Winners + War Hero Honored

Plus, students thank teachers, store openings, pre-K kids help others, and restaurants honor vets and teachers were among week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Mr. Meow-gi Flips Into Your Heart, Honors for Fire Rescuers, Top Graduation Rate + Lucky Winner

Plus, famed chef to open new eatery, store openings and seasonal hirings, MDA fundraiser + young golf champ were among the week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Kids Helping Kids, Who's Hiring, Ryan Seacrest Shout Out to Dunwoody + Grandma Wins Lottery

Plus, nurse free of Ebola, perfect ACT score, gas war, and Veterans Plaza to be landscaped were among this week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Boy Wants to Feed Others at Thanksgiving, Firefighter Revives Cats, Violence Vigil + Lottery Winners

Plus, top SAT scores, volunteers renovate children’s home, model public servant remembered, and football rankings were among this week’s bes

GOOD NEWS! Anonymous Kidney Donor, Sugarland Singer Solos, Boomer's Back + Kroger Employee to the Rescue

Plus mega scholarships, sub shop donates gear to firefighters, Marine of the Year, and Coroner of the Year were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Gwinnett Schools Split $1M Prize; Girl Raises Cash for Animals; Lottery Winners + Standout Schools

Plus, mega scholarship offers, best placekicker is a girl and Boy Scouts organizing community event were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Care Packages for Troops, Dad's Surprise, Double Lottery Winner + Cancer Benefits

Plus, superintendent of the year, top-performing schools, best quarterback, and the winner of a new car were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Pie in Face, Best Cities to Retire To, Honoring Veterans + National Merit Students

Plus, local teachers of the year; best neighborhoods in GA + metro companies plan to hire in 4th quarter were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Job Fairs, Company-Wide ALS Challenge, Honoring 9/11 Heroes + Food Drive

Plus, local festivals; Sprouts, Apple Store and other business openings + Property Brothers help GA family were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Patriotic Employer, Wheelchair Fundraiser, More Ice Bucket Challenges + World Youth Climbing Champ

Plus, teachers honored, schools accept challenge for ALS fundraiser, business openings, + hometown heroes were among this week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Lifesavers, Surviving Lightning Strike, More Ice Bucket Challenges + Rescued Puppies

Plus, top educators and students, business openings, Ebola patients released and deputy's good deed were among this week's positive stories.

GOOD NEWS! Most Exciting Cities, IB Diplomas, Public Safety Award, School Spirit + Lottery Winners

Plus, Gwinnett teachers honored, business openings and expansions, and students fighting drugs were among this week's uplifting stories.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.