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Spring break is next week, but you don't have to go out of town to have a great time! Plan a stay-cation in your neighborhood this spring break! There are plenty of festivals, gardens, and spring break specials to explore and we've compiled a list of spring fun just for you! Festivals With the warmer temperatures on the way, it's time to fling into festival season! Celebrate the seasonal blooms at the 82nd annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival April 13th and 14th. With food trucks, live entertainment and local artisan booths, there is plenty to explore underneath the blooming dogwoods at Piedmont Park. In Norcross, Art on the Chattahoochee , held April 15, will feature food trucks, live entertainment, vendors, and a kids art space a chalk contest. Lemonade Days will be in Dunwoody from April 18th through 22 and will include carnival rides, a 5K, and the popular Dunwoody Idol competition. Many local cities and downtowns have also started their First Friday events,

Despite this Georgia cold snap that has us bundling up in sweaters and coats, spring is quickly approaching! Be ready for the warmer weather by getting ahead on your spring cleaning! Not sure where to start? Here are a few tips to have your home shining like new and ready for the spring season. Around the House Spring cleaning isn't just a time for loading the laundry and vacuuming the floors on the weekends - it's a great time to do a deep clean in all areas of the house, and get to some of those spots you don't always clean. Start by dusting all areas of your home, and don't forget those hard to reach areas like the ceiling fans, tops of cabinets, doorways, and baseboards. Deep clean your floors by cleaning carpets and waxing hardwood floors and tile, and consider refinishing and cleaning the grout on tile floors. After you've cleaned the dryer, let it help you clean your drapes by running them through a gentle drying cycle with a damp cloth to attract