Just like Uncle Sam, we want YOU to have fun this Fourth of July week! Your Frugal FunMom has found some festive events to celebrate America’s birthday and other field trips to enrich your family’s summer.
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
155th Anniversary of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. In June 1864, the armies of Generals William T. Sherman and Joseph E. Johnston clashed in a brutal contest. Celebrate and remember the sacrifice and resolve of both sides during this fierce battle. Activities include talks, walks, hikes, Living History programs (to include artillery, infantry, and civilian programs), children’s games, and more.
Cost: Free
Time: 9am-4:30pm. Programs:10am-3:30pm on Saturday and Sunday
Location: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw 30152
For more info: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=7E3E6F22-EE63-EA6C-EE2A6BE5AAE598D8 or 770-427-4686 ext. 0.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 30
Take a Bike Ride on the Silver Comet Trail. Situated along nearly 13 miles of abandoned railroad tracks in south Cobb County, the multi-use Silver Comet Trail is dotted with pocket parks, gorgeous scenery and four trailheads with ample parking.
Cost: Free
Time: Dawn-dusk
Where: Silver Comet Trail, 4582 Mavell Rd, Smyrna
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MONDAY, JULY 1
An American Celebration Concert. An American Celebration concert featuring music by the Johnson Ferry Choir and Orchestra. An Ice Cream Social will follow the concert in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a carton of your favorite ice cream to the Fellowship Hall prior to the concert (not required) and return afterwards to enjoy!
Cost: Free
Time: 7pm
Location: The Sanctuary, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068
For more info: http://www.johnsonferry.org/default.aspx?page=4066&occurrenceId=323508&profileId=15158
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TUESDAY, JULY 2
Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum. A great new addition to Alpharetta’s history is this permanent collection of artifacts and interpretative displays that bring Alpharetta’s heritage to life. Listen to the rich stories of the descendants of Alpharetta families, view artifacts and memorabilia contributed by many local residents.
Cost: Free
Time: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-5pm; Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta 30009
For more info: https://www.alpharetta.ga.us/about/history or 678-297-6000
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 3
Salute to America. The City of Kennesaw’s 2019 pre-Independence Day celebration of freedom, music and fireworks is one of the biggest and best in North Georgia! Salute to America event-goers will be treated to two stages of live music, festive street entertainment, food vendors and plenty of activities for the kids.
Cost: Free admission
Time: 6-10pm. Fireworks begin at 9:30pm.
Location: The Depot Stage, located inside Depot Park, 2828 Cherokee St.; and the Main Street Stage, located on Main St. in downtown Kennesaw
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THURSDAY, JULY 4
Celebrate July 4th on the Marietta Square with the City! Grab your American flag, put on your red, white and blue, and celebrate America’s independence with an Independence Day parade and celebration on the Square.
The Marietta Independence Day parade starts at 10am at Roswell Street Baptist Church and ends at North Marietta Parkway. It will be followed by concerts, museum tours, arts and crafts, carnival games, and a fireworks finale at dark in Glover Park/Marietta Square.
Cost: Free admission
Time: Parade: 10am-12:15pm; Arts and crafts show, food concessions, and carnival games:10am-9 pm; Fireworks: around 9:30pm.
Location: Glover Park, 50 N Park Square NE, Marietta
For more info: http://mariettaga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2357
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FRIDAY, JULY 5
Anne Frank in the World Exhibit. This 600 photograph exhibit tells the story of young Anne Frank, from her days of freedom in the 1930s to her hiding with her family in Amsterdam, to her 1945 death in the Bergen-Belson concentration camp. This powerful, moving exhibit provides visitors a chance to learn, explore, share and remember the history and lessons of the Holocaust and its continued relevance today.
Cost: Tuesday-Thursday: 10am-4pm; Friday: 10am-2pm; Saturday-Sunday: 12-4pm
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Anne Frank in the World Exhibit, Park Side Shopping Center, 5920 Roswell Road, Suite 209, Sandy Springs 30328
For more info: https://holocaust.georgia.gov/anne-frank-world-1929-1945
