Beat the heat but stay active at Sparkles this summer using their Kids Skate Free program. To get the free skating passes, simply visit the website, follow the directions and start skating! The Kids Skate Free Program allows participants to skate free on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. This skating center only allows children 10 years old and younger to participate.

Cost: Free

Location: 1000 McCollum Pkwy NW,  Kennesaw  30144

Time: Tuesdays, 11am-8pm; Thursdays, 11am-9pm, Sundays 2-7pm

To register: http://kidsskatefree.com/register/sparkleskennesaw

For more info: www.sparkleskennesaw.com   www.kidsskatefree.com

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EAST COBBER magazine’s Frugal FunMom is here to help your family beat the “I’m Bored!” summertime blues. EAST COBBER’s Frugal FunMom is back again this summer with more affordable activities to keep the whole family off the couch! Moms and dads (and caregivers, too!) can make family memories throughout the summer by checking the EAST COBBER Facebook page for a Frugal FunMom activity of the day that is free or inexpensive. Be sure to check eastcobber.com’s blog every Thursday night for a weekly summary of family-friendly and budget friendly activities to help you plan your upcoming week.