We’ve lined up lots of fun activities to keep your little ones busy before school starts. The EAST COBBER Frugal FunMom is proud to bring you the best frugal field trips for the family! Have a great last week of summer break, everybody!

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SATURDAY, JULY 23

Christmas in July on the Marietta Square. Santa will be visiting with guests in Glover Park from 10am-2pm and families can enjoy Christmas all around the square, the farmers market, and artisan market.

The day will also include specials, raffles, and giveaways. Both Marietta City Schools and Cobb Christmas will be taking donations at the event. Enjoy some mid-summer cheer and celebrate Christmas in July in Marietta!

Cost: Free

Time: 10am-2pm

Location: Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta 30060

More info: https://www.mariettaga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3754

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SUNDAY, JULY 24

Take a swim at Sewell Park Pool.  

Don’t let summer slip by without another dip in the pool.  

Cost: Residents: $3.50/Children 3-17; $4.50/Adults. Non-Residents: $5.25/Children 3-17; $6.75/Adults

Time: 1-4pm (Saturdays & Sundays in July)

Location: Sewell Park Pool, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30067

For more info: https://www.cobbcounty.org/parks/recreation/aquatics/sewell-park-pool

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MONDAY, JULY 25

Encanto Sing-Along

Are we talking about Bruno? Are we singing about Bruno?! Before you head back to school, come sing yours hearts out to the hit movie Encanto! Encanto will be projected on the wall of the Children’s Program Room at Switzer Library. Coloring pages will be available in the back of the room. The room is dark enough to see the movie but is sensory-friendly. 

Cost: Free

Time: 2-3:40pm

Location: Switzer Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta 30066

For more info: https://www.cobbcounty.org/library/events/encanto-back-school-sing-along

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TUESDAY, JULY 26

Avenue Kids  

If the warm weather has your family yearning to get out and mingle, head over to the Avenue East Cobb and met some animal friends at Avenue Kids. The children will have the opportunity to interact with some friendly goats, pigs, rabbits, sheep, and more! Hop a ride around Avenue East Cobb with the little ones on Avenue Express! Avenue Kids is recommended for children under 7.

Cost: Free activities.  Train ride: $6

Time: 4-6pm

Location: Avenue East Cobb, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta 30062

For more info: https://avenueeastcobb.com/events/avenue-kids/

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 27

Kids Play Wednesday Series featuring My Reptile Guys

Enjoy crafts, activities and featured guests, My Reptile Guys, that will engage kids in a fun and educational way. A parent or guardian must stay with each child during the program and this is best suited for ages 4-9. Register at the link below.

Cost: Free, but registration required

Time: 10am-12pm

Location: The Works — Upper Westside Atlanta, at the SpurgStage, 1295 Chattahoochee Avenue Northwest, Atlanta 30318

For more info/Registration: https://theworksatl.com/event/happy-campers-kids-play-wednesdays-july-27/

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THURSDAY, JULY 28

Park Fun! 

Enjoy a refreshing day outdoors at Morgan Falls Overlook Park in Sandy Springs. Hike on one of the many walking trails, fish with your kids, and have some fun on the park playground. There’s plenty of fun for everyone in the family!  

Cost: Free

Time: Sunrise- sunset

Location: Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Road, Sandy Springs 30350

For more info: https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/places/morgan-falls-overlook-park

 

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FRIDAY, JULY 29

Fireworks and Concert Rescheduled at City Green Live

The Smithereens, with guest vocalist Marshall Crenshaw, will be the featured act. The fireworks will light the night sky immediately following the concert (approximately 10pm). Food and beverages can be pre-ordered until 3pm on Tuesday, July 26. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a 4th of July do-over!

Cost: Free 

Time: Lawn opens at 4pm, Concert at 7:30pm, Fireworks at approximately 10pm

Location: City Green, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs 30328

For more info:  https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/news/fireworks-celebration-rescheduled