Back again with another week of awesome, cheap activities to keep those long summer days fun. For the next seven days, Frugal Fun Mom has found a festival, a concert, swimming, arts and crafts and take a hike. Don’t let the heat get the best of you – jump in!
SATURDAY, JUNE 19: JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
The cultural festival will feature live music and entertainment, arts and crafts, vendors, face painting, food, a health fair and free health screenings. Masks are recommended.
Time: 10am-7pm
Cost: Free
Location: Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta 30060
For more info: cobbnaacp.org
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SUNDAY, JUNE 20: SEVEN SPRINGS WATER PARK
The water park features 2 water slides, a lazy river and a splash pad area with zero depth entry and will have a full-service concession stand available.
When: 12-3pm or 4-7pm
Cost: Residence: $4/(ages 3-17); $6/Adults. Non- Residence: $6/(ages 3-17); $9/Adults
Location: Seven Springs Water Park, 3820 Macedonia Road, Powder Springs 30127
For more info: www.cobbcounty.org/parks/recreation/aquatics/seven-springs-water-park
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MONDAY, JUNE 21: HIKE SOPE CREEK TRAIL TO THE PAPER MILL RUINS
The hike reaches the ruins in just under half a mile. The mill was built in 1855 and was destroyed by Union troops during the Civil War, targeted for its role in paper production used for Confederate currency.
Hours: 6am-9pm
Cost: $5 parking
Location: 3760 Paper Mill Road, SE, Marietta 30068
For more info: www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/a-getaway-close-to-home-sope-creek or Text “ride” to 770-727-5061 for trail conditions.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 22: HAVE A PICNIC AT ABERNATHY GREENWAY
Enjoy a picnic lunch at this 6.6-acre linear park. Playable Art structures playground, pavilion, picnic tables.
Hours: 8am-9pm
Cost: Free
Location: Abernathy Greenway, 70 Abernathy Rd NE, Sandy Springs 30328
For more info: visitsandysprings.org/listing/abernathy-greenway-park/496/
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23: BALLOON FAMILY PROGRAM
Ms. Jan will show families how she creates her fun balloon animals for families with school aged children. Requires a participating adult. Registration Required.
Time: 10:15-11am
Cost: Free
Registration: Call 770-528-2527
Location: Kemp Memorial Library, 4029 Due West Road, Marietta 30064
For more info: www.cobbcounty.org/library/events/balloon-family-program-registration-required-kemp-memorial-library
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THURSDAY, JUNE 24: DIY SHARPIE TIE DYE
Bring your own white cotton garment and we’ll handle the supplies. Registration required. For ages K-5th with participating adult. Registration required.
Time: 10:30am -12pm
Cost: Free
Registration: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp9DzjtM76oKj2It0Elrw-Wk-UnRSHfL4gOItChLCT6dubzw/viewform
Location: Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center (lawn), 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068
For more info: www.cobbcounty.org/library/events/diy-tie-dye-sewell-mill-library
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FRIDAY, JUNE 25: GLOVER PARK CONCERT SERIES: KASPER & 911 BAND
Enjoy a concert in the park. Blankets and lawn chairs are allowed inside of Glover Park. No tents, canopies or other shade structures, including umbrellas, are permitted. Tables and chairs may be brought and set up in the street on North and East Park Square after 6 p.m.
Time: 8pm
Cost: Free
Location: Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta 30060
For more info: www.mariettaga.gov/192/Glover-Park-Concert-Series
