As always, Frugal FunMom is here again to fill your week with fun and exciting events for everyone in the family! This week features a festival, $1 movies, free skate and more!
SATURDAY, JUNE 4
Roswell Lavender Festival on Barrington Hall Grounds
Inspired by Barrington Hall’s own historic lavender queen, Evelyn Simpson, a descendant of Roswell King, one of Roswell’s founding families. Lavender Festival is an intimate artisan and crafts vendor show for the local community with a focus on history, homeopathic products and goods, arts and crafts, and overall wellness. Food trucks, entertainment, music, and kids’ activities will be available. Barrington Hall will be open be open for free as a self-guided option with docents available for information and questions. See website for parking info and free shuttles.
Cost: Free
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive Roswell 30075
For more info: https://www.roswellgov.com/discover-us/historic-house-museums/events/lavender-festival
SUNDAY, JUNE 5
Seven Springs Water Park
The water park features 2 water slides, a lazy river and a splash pad area with zero depth entry and has a full-service concession stand available.
When: Daily through August 1, Noon-3pm or 4-7pm (Each Session is a Separate Admission)
Cost: Residence: $4/(ages 3-17); $6/Adults; Seniors (ages 55+) $3. Non- Residence: $6/(ages 3-17); $9/Adults; Seniors (ages 55+) $4.50. Quarterly Passes available (up to 4 people): $212.
Location: Seven Springs Water Park, 3820 Macedonia Road, Powder Springs 30127
For more info: www.cobbcounty.org/parks/recreation/aquatics/seven-springs- water-park
MONDAY, JUNE 6
Discount Movies at the Picture Show Cinema
Kids and parents can see popular movies at an affordable price. Check website for schedule.
Cost: $1 movies on Mondays & Wednesdays through August 10.
Time: 9:15am
Location: Picture Show Cinema, Merchants Exchange Shopping Center, 4400 Roswell Road, Marietta 30062.
For more info: https://cdn.theatertoolkit.com/media/pictureshowent/news/01%20CS%20Summer%20Series%202022%20Surprise%20.png
TUESDAY, JUNE 7
Play at Cogburn Park & Arboretum
Cogburn Park is six-acre park with amenities that include a .2-mile concrete walking path, cornhole boards, an arboretum, a Play Me Again piano, Little Free Library, restroom facilities and passive play area. Two small pavilions are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for intimate family picnics and celebrations. The large playground serves youth age 2-5 years and 5-12 years. The arboretum features a collection of seven trees functioning as a living museum that can be used for education, research, and enjoy.
Cost: Free
Time: Dawn-10pm
Location: 13040 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta 30004
For more info: www.awesomealpharetta.com/play/attraction/cogburn-park-arboretum/
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8
Kids Skate Free
Register your kids and receive 2 passes each week for free skate. Skate rental additional, $5 If needed.
When: Check website Calendar for Public Skate Session times.
Cost: Free; Registration Required: kidsskatefree.com
Location: Sparkles Family Fun Center, 1000 McCollum Parkway NW, Kennesaw 30144
For more info: https://sparkleskennesaw.com/upcomingevents/
THURSDAY, JUNE 9
Club Create
Each week will feature a different activity for elementary aged children. From cool art projects to messy science experiments and fun games, you’re sure to have a ball! This program is intended for children ages 5-11.
Cost: Free
Time: 2-3pm (Every Thursday in June and July)
Location: Sewell Mill Library & Cultural Arts Center, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaoP2UoiaEqcre9BKtcas4kHdpw4Bf_ZHDRl4I36n7VjpQtg/viewform
For more info: https://www.cobbcounty.org/library/events/club-create-sewell-mill-library-cultural-center
FRIDAY, JUNE 10
Outdoor Concert in the Park: Stooges Brass Band
Enjoy Stooges Brass Band’s innovative blend of traditional New Orleans brass sounds, contemporary jazz and hip-hop beats. Blair Crimmins opens the show.
Cost: Lawn Seating is free. Reserved Table seating can be purchased at the website below.
Time: 7:30pm (gates open at 6pm)
Location: City Springs, City Green Venue, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs
For more info: https://citysprings.com/events/city-green-live-stooges-brass-band