As always, Frugal FunMom is here again to fill your week with fun and exciting events for everyone in the family! This week features free skating, a fun foodie museum, an airplane museum and more!
SATURDAY, JUNE 22
The Home Depot Backyard: Super Saturday. Kick off your weekend with some fun in the sun! From DIY workshops to kid’s photography lessons – and even outdoor workout classes with your favorite instructors.
Cost: Free
Time: 10am – 4 pm
Location: 1 Backyard Way NW, Atlanta.
For more info: https://thehomedepotbackyard.com/events/
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SUNDAY, JUNE 23
Skate Free at Sparkles Family Fun Center! Skate the afternoon away either reliving your glory days or watching your kids.
Cost: Free skating admission. $4 Skate rental, if needed.
Time: 2-7pm
Location: Sparkles Family Fun Center, 1000 McCollum Pkwy NW, Kennesaw.
For more info: www.sparkleskennesaw.com
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MONDAY, JUNE 24
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation at the library. Adults, teens and tweens, ages 11 and older, are invited to join officers from the Cobb County Police Department’s Crime Scene Unit to learn different forensic science techniques and analyze a mock crime scene at the library.
Cost: Free
Time: 6pm–7pm
Location: Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta.
For more info: 770-528-2524
**Bonus for the younger crowd** ages 3-7 Mumferd is returning to Cobb County Public Libraries with Safety Tales performances and learns to Exercise.
Cost: Free
Time: 11am–12 noon
Location: Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta.
For more info: 770-528-2524
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TUESDAY, JUNE 25
Discount Movies at the Picture Show Cinema. Kids and parents can see popular movies at an affordable price.
Cost: $1 movies on Tuesdays; $2 every other day.
Time: 11:30am-10:30pm
Where: Picture Show Cinema, Merchants Exchange Shopping Center, 4400 Roswell Road, Marietta.
For more info: http://www.pictureshowent.com/home-marietta/ or 770-977-2977
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
Visit the Waffle House Museum. The Waffle House Museum is the site of the very first Waffle House restaurant, which opened in 1955. Step back in time when you walk into the restaurant, which has been restored to its original appearance and features Waffle House memorabilia from the past 60 years. Be sure to call at least 2 days in advance to schedule your visit! To make a reservation, call 770-326-7086.
Cost: Free
Time: 11am or 1 pm. Call for reservation.
Location: Waffle House Museum, 2719 East College Avenue, Avondale Estates 30030.
For more info: http://www.wafflehouse.com/waffle-house-museum/
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THURSDAY, JUNE 27
Blue Heron Nature Preserve. The preserve is a 30-acre haven for nature in an urban environment dedicated to preserving the natural and native world that exists within the Preserve. Located in Buckhead, it serves as a home for a variety of wildlife and native plant species with trails to enjoy.
Cost: Free
Time: Dawn to Dusk
Where: 4055 Roswell Road, Atlanta.
For more info: www.bhnp.org
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FRIDAY, JUNE 28
The Aviation Wing. For your aviation enthusiast visit the aviation Wing, a growing collection of aircraft displayed on a 15-acre campus.
Cost: Adults: $5; Students: $3; Children under 5: free.
Time: Friday & Saturday: 10am-3pm; Sunday: 1-5 pm.
Where: 555 Perrin Road, Marietta
For more info: http://www.theaviationwing.com/
