Frugal FunMom is back again this week with more activities to keep the whole family off the couch this summer. This week, we have a variety of events to attend for all ages (most of which are totally, get this, FREE!). Be sure to check the websites for more details about each event, too.
Saturday, July 8
Stone Mountain Park – Lasershow Spectacular
This legendary staple of Atlanta family fun is available nightly throughout the summer. Featuring forty-five minutes of high-tech visuals, the Lasershow Spectacular never disappoints.
Cost: $10 parking fee
Location: 1000 Robert E. Lee Drive, Stone Mountain 30083
Time: 9:30-10:15 pm
For more info: http://www.stonemountainpark.com/activities/shows-entertainment/Lasershow-Spectacular.aspx
Sunday, July 9
Have a Sunday Funday at The High Museum!
Swing by the High Museum of Art in Atlanta and fill your afternoon with stories, art and entertainment! Every 2nd Sunday, the High Museum hosts a family-friendly program with art-making workshops with fun hands-on projects that connect to works of art in their permanent collection and special exhibitions. This month, Warhol, Wigs, and Wiggles!
Cost: Admission is free from 12 noon to 5pm
Time: Programming takes place from 1-4pm
Location: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta 30309
For more info: http://www.high.org/Programs/Programs/Events/2017-Events/Family-Programs/Second-Sundays-070917
Monday, July 10
Lego My Summer at the East Marietta Library!
Enjoy summer Lego-style. Teens are invited to socialize while building monuments from around the world with Legos. Grades 6-12. No registration required.
Cost: Free
Time: 3-5pm
Location: East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068
For more info: http://www.cobbcat.org/event/lego-my-summer-east-marietta-library
Tuesday, July 11
Kids Skate Free at Sparkles Family Fun Center!
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
Wednesday, July 12
Make It to the Marietta Museum of History’s Mice Tour!
The Marietta Museum of History hosts tours for the smallest of visitors! Introduce your toddler to history through concepts like shapes, sounds, games, tools, and jobs. Museum Mascots Murray and Etta are whimsical cartoon mice that help convey the themes and provide fun. The tour will offer a variety of activities including story time and crafts. Be sure to make a reservation! We require that you reserve a spot for your toddler. Reserving a spot will allow the staff to have enough items for the crafts.
Cost: $5 per family (1 adult and 3 children), $5 for each additional guest
Time: 10:30am
Location: Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Suite 200, Marietta 30060
Reservations: Monday-Friday 10am-4pm 770-794-5710
For more info: www.mariettahistory.org/education/mice-tours
Thursday, July 13
Walk the Powers Island Trail!
Enjoy a nice and refreshing walk through the Powers Island Trail! The Powers Island Trail courses through a number of trails on the river’s shore and explores an island, an inlet, and the banks of the shoaling Chattahoochee. Have an adventure with your kids as you walk this serene and picturesque trail.
Cost: $3 for a day long parking pass
Time: 9am-9pm
Location: Powers Island Trail, Riveredge Lane NW, Sandy Springs 30328
For more info: http://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/powers-island-trail-chattahoochee/
Friday, July 14
Visit the Atlanta Monetary Museum!
Tour the Atlanta Monetary Museum to discover the story of money from barter to modern times, and learn about the turbulent history of banking in America. See the cash and check operation overlooks and rare coins and currency, all while learning how the Federal Bank provides payments system services to help our economy run smoothly.
Cost: Free
Time: Self-guided tours from 9am-4pm
Location: Atlanta Monetary Museum, 1000 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta 30309
For more info: https://www.frbatlanta.org/about/tours/museum.aspx
