Copious drool and hot pants? Deplorable on the grown, but adorable on the growing. Proving that what’s good for the gosling isn’t always great for the gander.
Susu & John’s old-world wide-brimmed sun bonnets are no exception. Hand cut from a pattern handed down through generations, the bonnets have the heirloom quality of yesteryear with the modern ease of machine washability.
The button-on crown and detachable brim allow for ventilation and mixing and matching (traditional ginghams or bright, splashy patterns). Look for a cool weather version this fall. Or, to suit your little Southern gent, check out the Beaufort Button Bucket hat with a nine-button brim, so you can swap styles (from front-flap-up to the double-buttoned Sherlock Holmes).
At the drop of a hat.
Susu & John, 260 Barrington Drive East, Roswell (404-993-1514 or susuandjohn.com).
SEE
Trains, Trucks & Tractors
What: Vehicles and locomotives on display for tots to explore with a craft corner and free temporary tattoos.
Why: Use it as a vehicle for learning.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Southeastern Railway Museum, 3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth (770-476-2013).
SLITHER
The Atlanta Reptile & Exotic Animal Show
What: Slink over to this creepy crawly convention that includes demonstrations, games, and raffles.
Why: Snakes, and spiders, and serpents, oh my!
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Lawrenceville (864-906-3458).
SNOOZE
Fernbank Museum Sleepover
What: An evening of after-hours activities, including a search for missing artifacts, a dinosaur dance party, an IMAX screening of Dinosaurs Alive, and camping under the Star Gallery.
Why: Spend a night at the museum.
When: Sun., 6 p.m.
Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Rd., Druid Hills (404-929-6400). Advance registration required.