We’ve lined up lots of fun activities to keep your little ones busy before school starts August 1 (Really? Ugh!). The Frugal FunMom is proud to bring you the best free field trips for the family! Have a great last week of summer break, everybody!

 

EAST COBBER FRUGAL FUNMOM FIELD TRIPS THIS WEEK: JULY 23–29

Saturday, July 23

Enjoy Some Ice Cream! Head to Piedmont Park for the 6th annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival and indulge in sweet treats from area vendors. In addition to the scoops of ice cream, the family-friendly (and pet-friendly!) event will feature entertainment, a kids zone, and health pavilion with health and wellness agencies, fitness routines, and vendors to promote a healthy lifestyle – with room to indulge, of course!
Cost: FREE
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Where: The Meadows at Piedmont Park, 400 Park Drive NE, Atlanta
For more info: http://www.atlantaicecreamfestival.com

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Sunday, July 24

Climb in an Art Sculpture! Be a part of the Tiovivo installation at the High Museum of Art, an interactive setting located in the center of the Woodruff Arts Center campus on the Sifly Piazza. You can play, create, and be a part of the art or have a picnic and explore the sculptures.
Cost: FREE
Time: ALL DAY
Where: Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street NE , Atlanta
For more info: http://www.high.org/Art/Exhibitions/Tiovivo

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Monday, July 25

Skate on over to Sparkles! Come over to Sparkles and enjoy a night of roller skating with the family!
Cost: $2 for skate admission, $2 for skate rental
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Sparkles Roller Rinks, 1000 McCollum Parkway NW, Kennesaw, 30144
For more info: http://sparkleskennesaw.com/

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Tuesday, July 26

Feast Yo’self at Smyrna’s Food Truck Tuesday! Come out and get some good eats with the best food trucks in Atlanta! Enjoy the offerings from a gathering of quality mobile gourmet trucks and lots of music too!
Cost: FREE
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Taylor-Brawner Park, 3180 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, 30080
For more info: http://www.smyrnacity.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/7519/15

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Wednesday, July 27

Head Out to Atlanta Zoo! 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 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where: Atlanta Zoo, 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta
For more info: http://www.zooatlanta.org/home/hours_and_rates/family_pass

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Thursday, July 28

Read to a Dog! Do you have an independent reader who would benefit from or enjoy reading to a dog who loves stories? Bring them to Kennesaw Library to read to Polly the dog! Appropriate for school-age children.
Cost: FREE
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Kennesaw Library, 2250 Lewis Street, Kennesaw
For more info: http://www.cobbcat.org/event/read-to-a-dog-35/2016-07-28/

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Friday, July 29

Explore Dunwoody Nature Center! Move through the meadow and trails of the Dunwoody Nature Center featuring four distinct habitats to explore — meadow, stream, wetlands, and forest. Dunwoody Park is beautiful in every season. Enjoy a day exploring this hidden treasure.
Cost: FREE
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody 30338
For more info: http://www.dunwoodynature.org

Did you do something fun and frugal today? Email details to cynthia@eastcobber.com. You could inspire our next field trip!