With school starting in just two weeks, Frugal FunMom wants East Cobb families to squeeze in more fun times before the kids hit the classroom. This week has some cool activities to beat the summer heat, from pool and lake visits to story time.
Saturday, July 16
Get Outdoors! In honor of “National Get Outdoors Day,” drop by the beautiful F.D. Roosevelt State Park and enjoy their Water Wonders program to see what inhabitants live in Lake Delanor. Park rangers will provide nets, viewing scopes, and lots of interesting discussions. Bring your bathing suits to take a dip in the lake!
Cost: $5 parking; $2 per person
Time: 2-3 pm
Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 Georgia Highway 190, Pine Mountain 31822
For More Info: http://gastateparks.org/event/237642?c=12065929 or 706-663-4858
Sunday, July 17
Keep Cool by Visiting Alpharetta City Pool. Alpharetta provides a large pool area to relax with your family! Pool amenities include a 2,000 sq. ft. splash pad, Olympic size pool with a diving well and three diving boards, shaded and open deck areas, and a concession stand.
Cost: $3/ person daily; kids ages 3 and under are free!
Time: Tuesdays-Thursdays 12-5pm and 7:30-9pm, Weekends 12-8pm
Location: 1815 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta 30009
For more info: 678-297-6100 or https://issuu.com/ggpsteve/docs/alpharetta_p_r_sum15?e=0/31870628
Monday, July 18
Read to Cats and Kittens! Does your child need extra reading practice or want to spend time helping socialize cats by reading out loud to them? Good Mews’ program is designed to help children gain more confidence in their reading skills and to provide enrichment for the cats and kittens. The interaction also teaches kids the importance of empathy, animal welfare, and community service. Sessions fill up, so be sure to sign up online!
Cost: FREE (donations welcome)
Time: 1-2:30 pm
Location: Good Mews, 3805 Robinson Road, Marietta
For More Info: http://goodmews.org/home/home/summer-reading-to-cats/1492/ or call 770-499-2287
Tuesday, July 19
See a Puppet Show! You may think you know the story of Jack and the Beanstalk, but you’ve never seen a version like this. Join All Hands Production for a different look at the tale of Jack and his encounters with some magic beans, a beanstalk, a giant, and some other fairytale favorites. This production is guaranteed to please audiences of children and giants alike.
Cost: $5 per person
Time: 10 am
Location: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell
For more info: http://www.roswellgov.com/discover-us/cultural-arts-center/puppet-shows#schedule
Wednesday, July 20
Visit a Hindu Temple! Enjoy hours of peace, beauty, and discovery at the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Lilburn – a masterpiece of exquisite Indian design and workmanship. Marvel at the intricate marble carvings, participate in Hindu rituals, or learn about the world’s oldest living faith – Hinduism. Don’t miss the daily Arti ceremony at 11:15am!
Cost: Free
Hours: 9am-6pm daily; Best time to visit: 9am-noon; 3:30-6pm
Location: 460 Rockbridge Road NW, Lilburn 30047
For More Info: http://www.baps.org/Global-Network/North-America/Atlanta/Visitor-Info.aspx or call 678-906-2277
Thursday, July 21
Be A Circus Star! Test your balance and strength! Mountain View Library is hosting this Circus Stars program for bookworms who have completed grades K-3. Make Tin Can Stilts and practice walking the “high wire” during this exciting adventure in fitness.
Cost: FREE
Time: 2:30-3:15 pm
Location: Mountain View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta
More Info: http://www.cobbcat.org/event/bookworms-circus-stars-2/
Friday, July 22
Play at the PDK Airport Park – Head over to the Peachtree DeKalb Airport’s PDK Park to play on airplane-themed playgrounds and watch planes land and take off. Pack lunch and have a picnic in the gazebo!
Cost: Free
Time: All day
Location: 2000 Airport Road, Atlanta 30341
For More Info: http://web.co.dekalb.ga.us/pdkairport/dedication.asp
