Summer fun has just begun, but your kiddos may already be getting restless! Frugal FunMom is back again to pack your summer with educational, active and fun events that are only a quick drive away and cheap! Make this a summer to remember without busting your budget with help from EAST COBBER’s Frugal FunMom! This week, we’re bringing you lots of deals and events that are fun, inexpensive, and suitable to kids of all ages!
Saturday, May 26
Sewell Park Pool. Cobb County provides an outdoor pool and water park, open during the summer for nominal admission fees. Sewell Park Pool features a swimming pool with both shallow and deep water, a diving board, a zero-depth splash pad, and a water park.
Cost: $3.50 for children, $4.50 for adults, or $212 for a season pass for a family of 4.
Time: Monday-Thursday 1-7 p.m., Friday-Sunday 1-5 p.m.
Where: Sewell Park Pool, 2085 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.
(770) 528-8465
Sunday, May 27
Marietta Square Farmers’ Market. Featuring Georgia-grown, made, and produced products! This market includes a range of fruits and vegetables that can’t be found in the grocery store, staples such as potatoes and onions, local honey and flowers, and even delicious desserts and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Cost: Free
Time: 12 -3 p.m.
Where: Marietta Square/Glover Park, 50 Park Square, Marietta.
http://www.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.com/
Monday, May 28
Roswell Remembers Memorial Day. Visit the largest Memorial Day ceremony in Georgia! Kids will enjoy the food, live music, and military program that includes a 21-gun salute. The official program begins at 11 a.m.; live music and BBQ will begin at 12:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
Time: 11 a.m.
Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill Street, Roswell.
Tuesday, May 29
Marietta Fire Museum. Check out the ins and outs of firefighting up close with a trip that will amaze kids of all ages. Along with learning fire safety, visitors also get to see the current station as well as antique firefighting equipment.
Cost: Free
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Marietta Fire Museum, 112 Haynes St. (Fire Station #1) Marietta.
https://www.mariettaga.gov/189/Fire-Museum
Wednesday, May 30
A Zoo Adventure! Get free pass to the Atlanta Zoo for a family of four. Go check out your local library and get a free pass to the zoo! Be sure to check out the provided link for complete instructions.
Cost: FREE
Time: Open 9:30AM-5:30PM
Where: Atlanta Zoo, 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA
For more info: http://www.zooatlanta.org/home/hours_and_rates/family_pass
Thursday, May 31
Big Creek Greenway. The Big Creek Greenway is a walking, running, and biking trail that stretches through Alpharetta, Roswell, and Forsyth County. Enjoy a nature walk with trails that are wide and flat enough for strollers!
Cost: Free.
Time: Dawn-Dusk
Where: 6800 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, 30022.
http://www.bigcreekgreenway.com/
Friday, June 1
Marietta Square Art Walk takes place in historic Marietta Square. The Art Walk is a self-guided tour showcasing local original art. During this free, self-guided walking tour your family can enjoy gallery openings and free admission to the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art.
Cost: Free
Time: 5 – 9 p.m.
Where: Marietta Square, 50 Park Square, Marietta 30060.
http://www.artwalkmarietta.com
