Have you ever heard of a gym just for the wee ones? Me neither..but lo and behold NEXGYM is here and it is amazing! I had the great pleasure of stopping by on my way to a day of back-to-school shopping for my rising kindergartner..lol...imagine in your mind's eye...a full service gym..complete with tot-sized workout equipment..boogie boards hooked to Wii equipment...exercise bikes that are hooked to video gaming machines and the faster you pedal the more points you can win...and are you ready for this: a rock climbing wall! did i say amazing?! so imagine my joy when i stopped thru and they said for "9.99 an hour (2 hrs max) i could drop off the little sportsman and go and do my shopping whine-free...can you hear my tires as i squealed out the parking lot..lol..but seriously my little fella loved it! i mean he absolutely loved it...and he fell asleep on the way home because he was exhausted after his "workout" and the improptu indoor soccer game with his newfound buds...and he said (in that sweet baby/i'm growing into big boy voice"Mom...don't forget Parent's nite out is August 29th".....ahhhhhh...NEXGYM i think i'm in love..lol...you know the deal people..ATLBROWNGIRL has quite discriminating tastes..if i say go..RUN don't walk to this new fave hotspot...and tell Tekisha the owner i sent you in...your kid will have a great time!
NEXGYM of Mall of Georgia
3480 Financial Center Way
Suite (910) - next to Toyrs R us
Buford GA 30519
678482-7679
http://www.nexgym.com/Locations/MallofGeorgia/MallofGeorgia.html
Monday, August 10, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Kiddie FUN!
Where did the summer go? if you're like me we love the summer! it gives parents time to relax after the hustle of the school year and allows school kids to relax, cut loose and let some air blow thru their ears as they enjoy summer fun.lol..you know i'm old school about play..i believe kids gotta have it..and that does not include inside gaming activities…if it’s raining, Wii is cool…. but go outside! And because we don't have a backyard and due to urban living we have very little greenspace for our kids to run and play..so my solution is i ride out! my tot and i have covered the city in search of the very best kiddie activities...so as a salute to the disappearing days of summer try to hit as many of these places as possible before the cool of fall hits and you can’t hang out during the day…eating ice cream and letting it dribble down your chin? Priceless! Lol…remember i have separate posts for "Adventures for Big Kids" "Aquatic Adventures" and "Jumpy places" to focus on these extra fun experiences..but for the smaller kids here's my picks:
Outdoor fun:
American Adventures http://www.americanadventuresfunpark.com/
All day fun appropriately tot sized. Bring your walking shoes
Six Flags - Thomas Town http://www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/info/news_thomastown.aspx
It can be a snooze unless you combine with the other fun stuff on the park like Skull Island..
Dixieland Fun Park - Fayetteville http://www.dixielandfunpark.com/
Just enough to get the little ones out and running around and enjoying being outside and the few rides..for the real fun retire inside to the indoor climbing structure, get a hotdog and watch your kiddie go wild with the other little rascals
Yellow River Game Ranch http://www.yellowrivergameranch.com/
Your tot will LOVE the cute little animals that are so tame and will let you pet them…
Zoo Atlanta http://www.zooatlanta.org/home.htm
Wild animal Safari- Pine Mountain http://www.animalsafari.com/safari/
Is there anything better than seeing real live animals in their natural habitat, all the while you are behind the comforting plate glass of a moving bus? Lol…go! It’s amazing..I haven’t had more fun since Disneyworld’s Animal Kingdom
Outdoor Playgrounds
Centennial Park's playground - play in the fountains! * Brook Run Park *Dresden Park *Holcomb Bridge *Tanglewood Park - Canton*Mayor’s Grove Playground at Piedmont Park
Aquatic Centers
Mountain Park Aquatic Center 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain 7770.564.4650 Super cool outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel, bubble bench, vortex, and water play structures.
Browns Mill Aquatics Center 4929 Browns Mill Rd Lithonia This sparkling new attraction has several neat features including aTot Pool, Lazy River and Leisure Pool
Lenora Pool 4515 Lenora Church Road Snellville 770.982.5309 Outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, a giant waterslide, river channel, and water play structures.
West Gwinnett Park & Aquatic Center 4488 Peachtree Industrial Blvd Norcross 770.417.2281 Outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel, bubble bench, vortex, spray bar, and water play structures.
Indoor activities – for rainy days:
Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW 404.659.KIDS (5437) http://www.imagineit-cma.org/museum_information.html
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK) - Gainesville 999 Chestnut Street 770-536-1900 http://www.inkfun.org/.
Maxx Fun Family Entertainment Center 1100 Shannon Mall, Union City. 770-774-9500. http://www.maxx-fun.com/
Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta 404-929-6300 http://www.fernbankmuseum.org/
Indoor playgrounds
The Mall at Stonecrest • Discover Mills • Mall of Georgia• Arbor Place Mall • North Point Mall
Jumpy Places
Jumping Jeronimo! 770-552-2772 http://www.blogger.com/www.jjumps.com
1570 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Ste. 240, Roswell
Jumpin’ Jamboree http://www.blogger.com/www.jumpinjamboreeparty.com
2534 Royal Place, Ste. E, Tucker 770-496-1200
Monkey Joe’s http://www.monkeyjoesnc.com/Location-Finder.aspx?state=ga&id=633851429559705044#locationResults
Leapin Lizards Fun and Party Center 185 Sams Street Decatur Georgia 30030 404) 371-9700 http://www.leapinlizardsplay.com/
Decatur’s brand new indoor play and party center featuring over 10,000 square foot of bouncing inflatables, giant slides, obstacle courses, toddler exploration area, concessions, two large private party rooms, free WI-FI and computer access.
The Jumping Bean 504 Amsterdam Avenue Amsterdam Walk Atlanta GA 404.897.3646 http://www.thelittlejumpingbean.com/
A clean, colorful bounce house in midtown offers a nice alternative to the bigger chains. Very well suited to smaller kids.
Bounce-n-Bob’s 404-634-4964 http://www.blogger.com/www.bouncenbobs.com
1936 Briarwood Ct. (I-85 and Clairmont), Atlanta
IKEA (you can check your baby into the playroom for 90 minutes to play while you shop in Atlantic station or within the store)
For the Wee Ones:
Little Gym various locations in the area http://www.thelittlegym.com/sm/country.180/state.10/locations.aspx
Gymboree various locations in the area http://www.gymboreeclasses.com/b2c/customer/home.jsp
Imagine-It - the Children's Museum by Centennial Park has a special section for really young kids. It's back behind the water section. It has a variety of fun things, safe and clean.
Atlanta Kids Zone http://www.atlantakidszone.com/ Call the Director as there is a nominal per hour charge to come play at their indoor playground in the evenings.
Stonecrest Mall (I-20 exit Turner Hill Rd) has an indoor play area in front of JCPenny's. It is all padded and mostly enclosed. It can get pretty crowded with bigger kids on the weekend though. There is also a train for a few dollars that drives around the mall - very fun!
Leapin Lizards has a separate section for 3 and under... http://www.leapinlizardsplay.com/
Northpoint Mall in Alpharetta. they have a great soft play area. it's best to go early in the day.
Outdoor fun:
American Adventures http://www.americanadventuresfunpark.com/
All day fun appropriately tot sized. Bring your walking shoes
Six Flags - Thomas Town http://www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/info/news_thomastown.aspx
It can be a snooze unless you combine with the other fun stuff on the park like Skull Island..
Dixieland Fun Park - Fayetteville http://www.dixielandfunpark.com/
Just enough to get the little ones out and running around and enjoying being outside and the few rides..for the real fun retire inside to the indoor climbing structure, get a hotdog and watch your kiddie go wild with the other little rascals
Yellow River Game Ranch http://www.yellowrivergameranch.com/
Your tot will LOVE the cute little animals that are so tame and will let you pet them…
Zoo Atlanta http://www.zooatlanta.org/home.htm
Wild animal Safari- Pine Mountain http://www.animalsafari.com/safari/
Is there anything better than seeing real live animals in their natural habitat, all the while you are behind the comforting plate glass of a moving bus? Lol…go! It’s amazing..I haven’t had more fun since Disneyworld’s Animal Kingdom
Outdoor Playgrounds
Centennial Park's playground - play in the fountains! * Brook Run Park *Dresden Park *Holcomb Bridge *Tanglewood Park - Canton*Mayor’s Grove Playground at Piedmont Park
Aquatic Centers
Mountain Park Aquatic Center 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain 7770.564.4650 Super cool outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel, bubble bench, vortex, and water play structures.
Browns Mill Aquatics Center 4929 Browns Mill Rd Lithonia This sparkling new attraction has several neat features including aTot Pool, Lazy River and Leisure Pool
Lenora Pool 4515 Lenora Church Road Snellville 770.982.5309 Outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, a giant waterslide, river channel, and water play structures.
West Gwinnett Park & Aquatic Center 4488 Peachtree Industrial Blvd Norcross 770.417.2281 Outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel, bubble bench, vortex, spray bar, and water play structures.
Indoor activities – for rainy days:
Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW 404.659.KIDS (5437) http://www.imagineit-cma.org/museum_information.html
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK) - Gainesville 999 Chestnut Street 770-536-1900 http://www.inkfun.org/.
Maxx Fun Family Entertainment Center 1100 Shannon Mall, Union City. 770-774-9500. http://www.maxx-fun.com/
Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta 404-929-6300 http://www.fernbankmuseum.org/
Indoor playgrounds
The Mall at Stonecrest • Discover Mills • Mall of Georgia• Arbor Place Mall • North Point Mall
Jumpy Places
Jumping Jeronimo! 770-552-2772 http://www.blogger.com/www.jjumps.com
1570 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Ste. 240, Roswell
Jumpin’ Jamboree http://www.blogger.com/www.jumpinjamboreeparty.com
2534 Royal Place, Ste. E, Tucker 770-496-1200
Monkey Joe’s http://www.monkeyjoesnc.com/Location-Finder.aspx?state=ga&id=633851429559705044#locationResults
Leapin Lizards Fun and Party Center 185 Sams Street Decatur Georgia 30030 404) 371-9700 http://www.leapinlizardsplay.com/
Decatur’s brand new indoor play and party center featuring over 10,000 square foot of bouncing inflatables, giant slides, obstacle courses, toddler exploration area, concessions, two large private party rooms, free WI-FI and computer access.
The Jumping Bean 504 Amsterdam Avenue Amsterdam Walk Atlanta GA 404.897.3646 http://www.thelittlejumpingbean.com/
A clean, colorful bounce house in midtown offers a nice alternative to the bigger chains. Very well suited to smaller kids.
Bounce-n-Bob’s 404-634-4964 http://www.blogger.com/www.bouncenbobs.com
1936 Briarwood Ct. (I-85 and Clairmont), Atlanta
IKEA (you can check your baby into the playroom for 90 minutes to play while you shop in Atlantic station or within the store)
For the Wee Ones:
Little Gym various locations in the area http://www.thelittlegym.com/sm/country.180/state.10/locations.aspx
Gymboree various locations in the area http://www.gymboreeclasses.com/b2c/customer/home.jsp
Imagine-It - the Children's Museum by Centennial Park has a special section for really young kids. It's back behind the water section. It has a variety of fun things, safe and clean.
Atlanta Kids Zone http://www.atlantakidszone.com/ Call the Director as there is a nominal per hour charge to come play at their indoor playground in the evenings.
Stonecrest Mall (I-20 exit Turner Hill Rd) has an indoor play area in front of JCPenny's. It is all padded and mostly enclosed. It can get pretty crowded with bigger kids on the weekend though. There is also a train for a few dollars that drives around the mall - very fun!
Leapin Lizards has a separate section for 3 and under... http://www.leapinlizardsplay.com/
Northpoint Mall in Alpharetta. they have a great soft play area. it's best to go early in the day.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Neighborhood Hot Spots: Cheshire Bridge
i know what you're thinking....Cheshire is just not visually stimulating..i mean it is a strip of businesses and restaraunts that is is stripped down to it's boxers...and i mean that literally based on some of the peep show businesses that are still hanging on in the area..lol....but although it ain't visually stunning there are some culinary surprises on Cheshire Bridge..places that you can tiptoe to if you are in the Emory corridor for lunch or dinner with minimal effort...and you can take a culinary tour around the world without ever leaving Cheshire bridge...lol...and did you know they just finished a "Tasting Tour of Cheshire" complete with a little trolley bus to spirit you around to different businesses? how cool! so do yourself a favor and ske-daddle over to Cheshire if you have a bit of time to hang out....and keep my list of faves handy..and as always i would LOVE to hear from you if there are any that i left off..until then Happy trails and good eating...and Viva Cheshire Bridge!...mama loves you..lol
PLACES I LOVE
Landmark Diner
2277 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-8240
Las Margaritas
1842 Chesire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 873-4464
http://lasmargaritasmidtown.com/
The Original Pancake House
2321 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 633-5677
http://www.originalpancakehouse.com/
Rusto's Pizzeria & Pub
2100A Cheshire Bridge Rd
Buckhead GA
(404) 325-4104
Nakato Japanese Restaraunt
1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 783-6582
http://www.nakatorestaurant.com/
Varsity Jr
1085 Lindbergh Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 261-8843
Woodfire Grill
1782 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 347-9055
http://www.woodfiregrill.com/
Nino's Italian Restaurant
1931 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 874-6505
www.ninosatlanta.com
The Red Snapper Seafood Restaurant
2100 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 634-8947
www.redsnapperatlanta.com
Rhodes Bakery
1783 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 876-3783
Taqueria del Sol
2165 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 321-1118
http://www.taqueriadelsol.com/
Colonnade Restaurant
1879 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 874-5642
http://www.colonnadeatl.com/
PLACES TO TRY
Enat Ethiopian Restaurant
1999 Cheshire Bridge Rd N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 685-9291
Roxx Tavern and Diner
1824 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 892-4541
Bamboo Luau's Chinatown
2263 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-9131
Alfredo's Italian Restaurant
1989 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 31136
(404) 876-1380
http://www.alfredositalianrestaurant.com/
Taverna Plaka
2196 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-2284
http://www.tavernaplakaatlanta.com/
Rain Thai Restaraunt
2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 325-6963
http://www.rainatlantaga.com/
Franco's
1740 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 873-1577
Return To Eden – Neighborhood Organic Market
2335 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 320-3336
http://www.return2eden.com/
Cooking School Ursula Knaeusel
1764 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 876-7463
PLACES I LOVE
Landmark Diner
2277 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-8240
Las Margaritas
1842 Chesire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 873-4464
http://lasmargaritasmidtown.com/
The Original Pancake House
2321 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 633-5677
http://www.originalpancakehouse.com/
Rusto's Pizzeria & Pub
2100A Cheshire Bridge Rd
Buckhead GA
(404) 325-4104
Nakato Japanese Restaraunt
1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 783-6582
http://www.nakatorestaurant.com/
Varsity Jr
1085 Lindbergh Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 261-8843
Woodfire Grill
1782 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 347-9055
http://www.woodfiregrill.com/
Nino's Italian Restaurant
1931 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 874-6505
www.ninosatlanta.com
The Red Snapper Seafood Restaurant
2100 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 634-8947
www.redsnapperatlanta.com
Rhodes Bakery
1783 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 876-3783
Taqueria del Sol
2165 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 321-1118
http://www.taqueriadelsol.com/
Colonnade Restaurant
1879 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 874-5642
http://www.colonnadeatl.com/
PLACES TO TRY
Enat Ethiopian Restaurant
1999 Cheshire Bridge Rd N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 685-9291
Roxx Tavern and Diner
1824 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 892-4541
Bamboo Luau's Chinatown
2263 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-9131
Alfredo's Italian Restaurant
1989 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 31136
(404) 876-1380
http://www.alfredositalianrestaurant.com/
Taverna Plaka
2196 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 636-2284
http://www.tavernaplakaatlanta.com/
Rain Thai Restaraunt
2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 325-6963
http://www.rainatlantaga.com/
Franco's
1740 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 873-1577
Return To Eden – Neighborhood Organic Market
2335 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 320-3336
http://www.return2eden.com/
Cooking School Ursula Knaeusel
1764 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 876-7463
Monday, August 3, 2009
Ways to Save. Tips to tighten your belt in an Uncertain Economy
i'm sure by now you've figured me out..i love to hang out in the city and enjoy all that our wonderful city has to offer..but just like the rest of America i'm also concerned about being smart about spending these days...i like to find innovative ways to save money so that i can funnel more fun money to do the things my family and i like to do which is explore all the hot spots in the area...lol..so in the spirit of these times i offer something a little different on the blog this month...great ways to save money so you can have a little something extra in your pocket to have a fun...if you have innovative ways that you do as a single or perhaps as a family to save money, please feel free to post a comment. i'd love to hear from you!
TOP WAYS TO SAVE MONEY IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
*I only go to the ATM once after payday. i take out enough cash for the week and keep it in an envelope..when we run out, we wait till the next payday to hang out
*we go to alot of free stuff..festivals...parks and shopping malls to just hang out
*i fill my gas tank once a week
*i buy gift cards for amazing restaurants at www.halfoffdepot.com
*we buy late model cars at discount car lots..Carmax is awesome!
*i have a budget that i prepare 3 months at a time..i earmark only a certain amount for "fun money" each payday
*we buy our cars at the end of the model year or the last few days of the year and drive them till we pay them off
*we have a discount car insurance (Geico is way cool)
*we use a babysitter who charges a flat rate fee rather than per hour
*i never buy breakfast during the week. i make my own coffee and cook my own muffins, bring fruit, yogurt, granola, english muffins, oatmeal for a healthy breakfast..i save the weekends for a splurge for brunch!
*i try new places at lunch when typically the menu options are much cheaper
*i search the web for special days when special places (Fernbank, Imagine IT museum, Zoo atlanta) offer discounts
*i grocery shop once a month and buy in bulk from major discounters (I am a big fan of super Walmart)
*i shop for papergoods and cleaning supplies at family dollar and big lots
*i only shop for furniture at major discount retailers (Rooms to Go outlet and Big lots have quality furniture at a steal)
*we book Vacation packages thru Orbitz, Travelocity and Expedia..typically you can save a bundle if you book airline tickets, the hotel and rental car as a package
*we take vacations off season
*everytime i break a big bill i save all the singles and deposit them in a savings fund at the end of the month
*i love to shop..but i only shop at off-price discount chains (the designer brand selections are amazing..but you have to dig)
*i shop off-season..on the regular i shop for winter clothes when they are slashed to make room for summer clothes and vice versa..i peruse the fashion magazines to stay in touch with what will be trendy for the season and buy accessories to keep my wardrobe fresh...
*my new clothes purchase are minimal..but shoes..well erra that's another story...lol..i shop my fave designers (liz claiborne flex, dr. scholls, tory burch, steve madden, aerosoles at outlets and at the major stores during their seasonal sales)
*i typically buy fragrances once a season and i love body oil! 1/8 the price of major cologne brands
*everytime i have loose change i save it in a big jar and cash it in at my credit union and deposit the total in a savings fund
*i believe in managed health care..my employer has an HMO that i am a member of and i find the absolute best doctors in network and pay a flat rate for deductible visits..visit my primary care dr for everything...and pay rock bottom prices for dental visits...
*i take natural supplements to stay healthy...i also eat reasonably well, floss like a fiend and get plenty of rest to cut down on seasonal ailments and surprise visits to the dentist..and i am religious about hand sanitizer..germs live everywhere and it only takes a sec for you to catch something icky..lol
*i pray, meditate and exercise to cut down on stress...it's amazing the ailments that everyday stress can cause! the mantra i chant is "this too shall pass"..lol
*i ask my doc for samples of prescriptions during drs visits to cut down on visits to the pharmacy
*you have a checking account that is fee-free right? no? run to your local credit union! lol
*i have a Health Savings fund thru my employer that i use for pre-tax dollars..when i pay my deductible for any prescriptions or dr visits the fund pays me back by depositing the amount back in my checking account
*i also have a Dependent care account thru my employer..same concept using pre-tax dollars..all after school care monies i pay are directly deposited back into my checking account at a time i choose
*i set my kid's expectations low for toys..before we enter the store he repeats the rules "No means no...when it's time to go, it's time to go..and no whining and crying for anything" ..try it...the little ones get it really quickly.. lol....
*Repeat after me...coupons are your friend...lol
*i have one major credit card..we plan major purchases and pay them off within 30 days before the interest kicks in..repeat after me....installment agreements with interest are evil unless in emergency situations...lol..and yes that includes big screen tvs
*i estimate all the tax deductions i'm entitled to upfront (i have very smart tax accountants on my speed dial) and get all my money from Uncle Sam upfront in my paycheck...my tax refund is minimal and i love to "break even"...many may argue with me...if you disagree fine...plan to use your tax refund for that major purchase you've been salivating over like that flat screen tv instead of putting the purchase on a credit card and paying for it for the next 5 years...lol
*i wait until tax free weekends once a year to buy major computer purchases
*i utilize budget billing for all my utilities..esp the power bill and gas co
*we bundle services thru our cable company for phone, dsl and cable services
*i work out at home..no monthly gym fees! i even use the neighborhood pool if i need a change of pace
Repeat after me..the Dollar store is your friend..lol
TOP WAYS TO SAVE MONEY IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
*I only go to the ATM once after payday. i take out enough cash for the week and keep it in an envelope..when we run out, we wait till the next payday to hang out
*we go to alot of free stuff..festivals...parks and shopping malls to just hang out
*i fill my gas tank once a week
*i buy gift cards for amazing restaurants at www.halfoffdepot.com
*we buy late model cars at discount car lots..Carmax is awesome!
*i have a budget that i prepare 3 months at a time..i earmark only a certain amount for "fun money" each payday
*we buy our cars at the end of the model year or the last few days of the year and drive them till we pay them off
*we have a discount car insurance (Geico is way cool)
*we use a babysitter who charges a flat rate fee rather than per hour
*i never buy breakfast during the week. i make my own coffee and cook my own muffins, bring fruit, yogurt, granola, english muffins, oatmeal for a healthy breakfast..i save the weekends for a splurge for brunch!
*i try new places at lunch when typically the menu options are much cheaper
*i search the web for special days when special places (Fernbank, Imagine IT museum, Zoo atlanta) offer discounts
*i grocery shop once a month and buy in bulk from major discounters (I am a big fan of super Walmart)
*i shop for papergoods and cleaning supplies at family dollar and big lots
*i only shop for furniture at major discount retailers (Rooms to Go outlet and Big lots have quality furniture at a steal)
*we book Vacation packages thru Orbitz, Travelocity and Expedia..typically you can save a bundle if you book airline tickets, the hotel and rental car as a package
*we take vacations off season
*everytime i break a big bill i save all the singles and deposit them in a savings fund at the end of the month
*i love to shop..but i only shop at off-price discount chains (the designer brand selections are amazing..but you have to dig)
*i shop off-season..on the regular i shop for winter clothes when they are slashed to make room for summer clothes and vice versa..i peruse the fashion magazines to stay in touch with what will be trendy for the season and buy accessories to keep my wardrobe fresh...
*my new clothes purchase are minimal..but shoes..well erra that's another story...lol..i shop my fave designers (liz claiborne flex, dr. scholls, tory burch, steve madden, aerosoles at outlets and at the major stores during their seasonal sales)
*i typically buy fragrances once a season and i love body oil! 1/8 the price of major cologne brands
*everytime i have loose change i save it in a big jar and cash it in at my credit union and deposit the total in a savings fund
*i believe in managed health care..my employer has an HMO that i am a member of and i find the absolute best doctors in network and pay a flat rate for deductible visits..visit my primary care dr for everything...and pay rock bottom prices for dental visits...
*i take natural supplements to stay healthy...i also eat reasonably well, floss like a fiend and get plenty of rest to cut down on seasonal ailments and surprise visits to the dentist..and i am religious about hand sanitizer..germs live everywhere and it only takes a sec for you to catch something icky..lol
*i pray, meditate and exercise to cut down on stress...it's amazing the ailments that everyday stress can cause! the mantra i chant is "this too shall pass"..lol
*i ask my doc for samples of prescriptions during drs visits to cut down on visits to the pharmacy
*you have a checking account that is fee-free right? no? run to your local credit union! lol
*i have a Health Savings fund thru my employer that i use for pre-tax dollars..when i pay my deductible for any prescriptions or dr visits the fund pays me back by depositing the amount back in my checking account
*i also have a Dependent care account thru my employer..same concept using pre-tax dollars..all after school care monies i pay are directly deposited back into my checking account at a time i choose
*i set my kid's expectations low for toys..before we enter the store he repeats the rules "No means no...when it's time to go, it's time to go..and no whining and crying for anything" ..try it...the little ones get it really quickly.. lol....
*Repeat after me...coupons are your friend...lol
*i have one major credit card..we plan major purchases and pay them off within 30 days before the interest kicks in..repeat after me....installment agreements with interest are evil unless in emergency situations...lol..and yes that includes big screen tvs
*i estimate all the tax deductions i'm entitled to upfront (i have very smart tax accountants on my speed dial) and get all my money from Uncle Sam upfront in my paycheck...my tax refund is minimal and i love to "break even"...many may argue with me...if you disagree fine...plan to use your tax refund for that major purchase you've been salivating over like that flat screen tv instead of putting the purchase on a credit card and paying for it for the next 5 years...lol
*i wait until tax free weekends once a year to buy major computer purchases
*i utilize budget billing for all my utilities..esp the power bill and gas co
*we bundle services thru our cable company for phone, dsl and cable services
*i work out at home..no monthly gym fees! i even use the neighborhood pool if i need a change of pace
Repeat after me..the Dollar store is your friend..lol
Perfect Party Places for Young Knaves
i love little boys...perhaps because i have 2 boys...i have a goddaughter that i adore and spoil rotten...but my area of expertise is certainly the young knaves..there is nothing more exhilirating than getting a group of 10 or so young boys under the age of 6 in a room together and feeling alive with the spirit of youthfulness...are you buying any of this? i didn't think so...lol...but seriously though..i love love love hanging out with the little guys..they are so easy to please..room to run and play..cupcakes...and perhaps something to run, jump over or climb on...and they are good! so without further ado i introduce to you, my top Hot spots for the little rascals...and of course they all have my 5 year olds stamp of approval..so trust me...i'm from the government...lol
Karate Kick Miami Circle
Malibu Grand Prix
Mario Andretti Speed Car Racing
Laser tag in Pleasant Hill (may be too intense for youngsters under 6)
Skate boarding at Discover Mills
Dave and Busters
Bowling parties
Young Chefs Academy in Toco Hills
More to come....
Karate Kick Miami Circle
Malibu Grand Prix
Mario Andretti Speed Car Racing
Laser tag in Pleasant Hill (may be too intense for youngsters under 6)
Skate boarding at Discover Mills
Dave and Busters
Bowling parties
Young Chefs Academy in Toco Hills
More to come....
GRAB GRANDMAW AND HEAD TO THE FARM!
Outdoor Adventures in Kiddieland - Awesome Apples, Pumpkin Picking and Delicious Dairy Farms!
With fall coming, one of my very fave things to do is go out to one of the local farms and go ahuntin’ for a pumpkin. Sound corny? It is! But great fun…lol….Many of the local farms in the area bring in extra revenue by having berry/apple picking in the summer and pumpkin patches in the fall.
For all the cityfied cynics….Have you ever done a hayride? If not get thyself there! The kids love it..you ride a tractor trailer, everyone jumps out and runs wild trying to get the best pumpkin, you jump back on and end up back at the start for homemade icecream, apple cider or some other delight..and normally there is a petting farm of animals..so grab your overalls (ok you really don't have to wear overalls..lol) and welcome Fall by heading out to one of the local spots to get your Pumpkin patch on! You have plenty of time to prepare as the pumpkins are just now growing and will not be available till mid-late September….CALL AHEAD TO GET THE OPERATING HOURS…
Hillside Orchards. Old Hwy 441 South, 18 Sorghum Mill Drive, Lakemont Ga 30552, 706-782-2776 http://www.hillsideorchard.com/retail/index.html
Head up to Ellijay area to Hillside orchards, a nice drive, and lots of fun things to do once you get there, great apple cider, donuts homemade on site as well! Opens mid September…
Burt's Pumpkin Farm. 4801 Highway 52, Dawsonville, GA 30534, 706-265-3701 or 1-800-600-BURT http://www.burtsfarm.com/
It is very child friendly and has hay rides. Also, about 15-20 minutes away there is a great place to go for apples/apple cider/individual fried apple pies, etc. - it's called Panorama there are several apple places near Burt's to buy apples if you want to do it all in one day, but the most kid friendly is Burt’s farm…Opens September 1st
Berry Patch Farms. 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188, 770-926-0561 http://www.berrypatchfarms.net/
Hayride and pumpkin patch. They have picnic tables for lunch and a LITTLE petting zoo. They have farm animals and hayrides (all free) and blueberry and blackberry picking in the summer. Closed for 2 weeks in August..Pumpkins start early September…
Washington Farms. 5691 Hog Mountain Road (Hwy.53), Watkinsville, GA 30677 (706) 769-0627 http://www.washingtonfarms.net/
Washington Farms opens up their Athens/Watkinsville Farm for pumpkins in late fall…. Kids love the pumpkins, hayrides, a petting zoo, regular play ground, a corn maze, and the cow train which was a hit with my little ones. They are not open on Sundays, though, so you would want to go early on a Saturday or not too close to Halloween or it will get crowded. Opens late September for pumpkin picking…
Cagle's Dairy Farm. 362 Stringer Rd., Canton, GA 30115 (770)345-5591 http://www.caglesdairy.com/
They show how they fill milk containers. Let you feed calves. Hay ride through the farm with a sheep dog demonstration. The hay ride stops at the pig race. They race for chocolate milk. There is a victory garden, original from WWII, that is explained. Last year there was a big bouncy for the kids. Extra fee for a pony ride. You can buy sausage sandwich and BBQ sandwich. Purchase already picked pumpkins. A fun little country store. Okay you see I enjoy the experience at Cagle's Farm
Uncle Bob's Farms. 3781 E. Happy Valley Circle, Newnan, GA 30263770-253-8100 http://www.uncle-bob.com/
Tractor-pulled hayrides, Choose pumpkins from their extensive store area, or roam the fields to find your own. Their store also carries lots of other farm products and homemade, as well as Halloween/fall decorations.Additionally, there was a haybale maze for small kids, cornstalk maze for bigger ones, puppet show (cheesy, but the kids liked it), spinning demonstration (the farmer's wife spun hair directly off the bunny's hind end while it sat on her alp, which made an impression on me if not the kids), and if I remember correctly bees & honey demo (although that might have been at another farm, I'm not sure). It was a nice drive out there, as well. Opens for pumpkins late September….
Southern Belle Farm. 1658 Turner Church Rd. McDonough, GA 30252 http://www.southernbellefarm.com/ (770) 898-0999
They have a hayride thru the pumpkin patch. Opens late September...
Look at the Georgia Organics website (http://www.georgiaorganics.org/). Their directory has farms listed. Directory is online and you can pick up a hard copy at Whole Foods. New directory released occasionally.
With fall coming, one of my very fave things to do is go out to one of the local farms and go ahuntin’ for a pumpkin. Sound corny? It is! But great fun…lol….Many of the local farms in the area bring in extra revenue by having berry/apple picking in the summer and pumpkin patches in the fall.
For all the cityfied cynics….Have you ever done a hayride? If not get thyself there! The kids love it..you ride a tractor trailer, everyone jumps out and runs wild trying to get the best pumpkin, you jump back on and end up back at the start for homemade icecream, apple cider or some other delight..and normally there is a petting farm of animals..so grab your overalls (ok you really don't have to wear overalls..lol) and welcome Fall by heading out to one of the local spots to get your Pumpkin patch on! You have plenty of time to prepare as the pumpkins are just now growing and will not be available till mid-late September….CALL AHEAD TO GET THE OPERATING HOURS…
Hillside Orchards. Old Hwy 441 South, 18 Sorghum Mill Drive, Lakemont Ga 30552, 706-782-2776 http://www.hillsideorchard.com/retail/index.html
Head up to Ellijay area to Hillside orchards, a nice drive, and lots of fun things to do once you get there, great apple cider, donuts homemade on site as well! Opens mid September…
Burt's Pumpkin Farm. 4801 Highway 52, Dawsonville, GA 30534, 706-265-3701 or 1-800-600-BURT http://www.burtsfarm.com/
It is very child friendly and has hay rides. Also, about 15-20 minutes away there is a great place to go for apples/apple cider/individual fried apple pies, etc. - it's called Panorama there are several apple places near Burt's to buy apples if you want to do it all in one day, but the most kid friendly is Burt’s farm…Opens September 1st
Berry Patch Farms. 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188, 770-926-0561 http://www.berrypatchfarms.net/
Hayride and pumpkin patch. They have picnic tables for lunch and a LITTLE petting zoo. They have farm animals and hayrides (all free) and blueberry and blackberry picking in the summer. Closed for 2 weeks in August..Pumpkins start early September…
Washington Farms. 5691 Hog Mountain Road (Hwy.53), Watkinsville, GA 30677 (706) 769-0627 http://www.washingtonfarms.net/
Washington Farms opens up their Athens/Watkinsville Farm for pumpkins in late fall…. Kids love the pumpkins, hayrides, a petting zoo, regular play ground, a corn maze, and the cow train which was a hit with my little ones. They are not open on Sundays, though, so you would want to go early on a Saturday or not too close to Halloween or it will get crowded. Opens late September for pumpkin picking…
Cagle's Dairy Farm. 362 Stringer Rd., Canton, GA 30115 (770)345-5591 http://www.caglesdairy.com/
They show how they fill milk containers. Let you feed calves. Hay ride through the farm with a sheep dog demonstration. The hay ride stops at the pig race. They race for chocolate milk. There is a victory garden, original from WWII, that is explained. Last year there was a big bouncy for the kids. Extra fee for a pony ride. You can buy sausage sandwich and BBQ sandwich. Purchase already picked pumpkins. A fun little country store. Okay you see I enjoy the experience at Cagle's Farm
Uncle Bob's Farms. 3781 E. Happy Valley Circle, Newnan, GA 30263770-253-8100 http://www.uncle-bob.com/
Tractor-pulled hayrides, Choose pumpkins from their extensive store area, or roam the fields to find your own. Their store also carries lots of other farm products and homemade, as well as Halloween/fall decorations.Additionally, there was a haybale maze for small kids, cornstalk maze for bigger ones, puppet show (cheesy, but the kids liked it), spinning demonstration (the farmer's wife spun hair directly off the bunny's hind end while it sat on her alp, which made an impression on me if not the kids), and if I remember correctly bees & honey demo (although that might have been at another farm, I'm not sure). It was a nice drive out there, as well. Opens for pumpkins late September….
Southern Belle Farm. 1658 Turner Church Rd. McDonough, GA 30252 http://www.southernbellefarm.com/ (770) 898-0999
They have a hayride thru the pumpkin patch. Opens late September...
Look at the Georgia Organics website (http://www.georgiaorganics.org/). Their directory has farms listed. Directory is online and you can pick up a hard copy at Whole Foods. New directory released occasionally.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Cool Places to Hang out this Summer
excerpts taken from http://www.atlantaparentonline.com/
New World of Coca-Cola
Get fizzy at this museum full of Coke paraphernalia and sodas from around the world to taste. You can also view a 4-D movie and a fully functioning bottling line.
Located at 121 Baker St. in downtown Atlanta. Open 7 days a week. Most days from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call ahead to reserve tickets at 404-676-5151 or online at www.woccatlanta.com.
Georgia Aquarium
Swim with the whale sharks, view millions of fresh and saltwater fish, and check out the marine life that frequents the rivers and lakes of Georgia. Plus, catch a 3-D movie and stop by the touch pool to discover a few animals up close.
Located at 225 Baker St. in downtown Atlanta. Summer hours are Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Call ahead to reserve tickets at 404-581-4000 or online at http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/.
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta $$
Explore the depths of your child’s imagination at this hands-on museum. It’s best for kids 8 and younger – they can hang out “Under the Big Top” to learn about health and much more.
Located at 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW in downtown Atlanta. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-659-5437 or visit www.imagineit-cma.org.
Zoo Atlanta
Go wild with warthogs, kangaroos, lions, elephants, gorillas and pandas at the zoo. Kids will love riding the carousel, train and playing in the Wild Like Me indoor playground.
Located at 800 Cherokee Ave. SE off I-20. Open 7 days a week. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase advance tickets, call 404-624-9453 or visit www.zooatlanta.org.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Discover 21 collections of flora at the 30-year-old facility. The favorite destination for your kids will be, no doubt, the two-acre Children’s Garden; here youngsters can play in the fountain, tend to veggies, perform on stage and more.
Located at 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE in midtown Atlanta. Summer hours are Tues.-Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call 404-876-5859 or visit www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org.
High Museum of Art
Fine art doesn’t seem stuffy at this family-friendly art institution. Kids will love making their own creations in the spirit of the masters in the Greene Family Studio, and you’ll love the quiet and grown-up feeling of a visit.
Located at 1280 Peachtree St. in midtown Atlanta. Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-733-4444 or purchase advance tickets online at www.high.org.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Step back in time while you discover the first Georgians, dinosaurs and Georgia’s natural history. Kids will love the hands-on fossil experiences, IMAX movies and, this summer, they’ll love learning about penguins and polar bears in the museum’s temporary exhibit.
Located at 767 Clifton Rd. NE in Atlanta. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-929-6300 or visit www.fernbankmuseum.org.
Atlanta History Center
There’s plenty to see both indoors and out at this 18-year-old, 33-acre facility. Home to six permanent exhibits, Tullie Smith Farm, Swan House, two playhouses and gardens, as well as multiple traveling exhibits, there’s something for everyone here.
Located at 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. in Buckhead. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun., noon-5:30 p.m. For more information, call 404-814-4000 or visit www.atlantahistorycenter.org.
Stone Mountain Park
You’d better be up early to take advantage of everything this 50-year-old Atlanta staple has to offer – from Ride the Ducks, antebellum plantation and night-time laser show to hiking (or riding) up the mountain, camping and fishing on the lake and splashing at the water park. New this summer, Sky Hike; a trek through the treetops complements the other highflying attractions at the park. Located on Highway 78 East, Exit 8 in Stone Mountain. Open 6 a.m.-midnight, attraction hours vary. For more information, call 770-498-5690 or visit www.stonemountainpark.com.
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Celebrating 30 years, this wildlife and horticultural attraction teaches kids about conservation and nature. You can canoe, hike, have an animal encounter and more alongside the beauty of the Chattahoochee River. The Interpretive Center, due to be completed next spring, will teach kids about three separate areas of our watershed (river, wetland and forest) through hands-on exhibits.
Located at 9135 Willeo Rd. in Roswell. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 770-992-2055 or visit www.chattnaturecenter.org.
Six Flags Over Georgia $$$$
For classic amusement park fun, Six Flags is the answer. With more than 30 rides, the new Thomas Town play area, and shows galore, there’s something for everyone in the family – from the bravest thrill seeker to the littlest adventurer. Also enjoy the park’s wet fun at Skull Island.
Located at 275 Riverside Pkwy. in Austell. Open seven days a week during the summer. Closing times vary; Opening times: Sun.-Fri., 10:30 a.m., Sat., 10 a.m. For more information, call 770-739-3400 or visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
White Water
Despite the drought, water fun is plentiful in the three kid areas, 17 family rides and thrill rides for the older members of the family. As home to one of the largest wave pools in the Southeast, White Water is definitely a place to get wet. The Captain Kid’s Cove is the place to hang out with little ones – you’ll find water sprayers, mini-slides and a family-friendly wave pool in this area.
Located at 250 Cobb Pkwy. North in Marietta. WW open Sun.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call 770-948-9290 or visit www.sixflags.com/whitewater.
New World of Coca-Cola
Get fizzy at this museum full of Coke paraphernalia and sodas from around the world to taste. You can also view a 4-D movie and a fully functioning bottling line.
Located at 121 Baker St. in downtown Atlanta. Open 7 days a week. Most days from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call ahead to reserve tickets at 404-676-5151 or online at www.woccatlanta.com.
Georgia Aquarium
Swim with the whale sharks, view millions of fresh and saltwater fish, and check out the marine life that frequents the rivers and lakes of Georgia. Plus, catch a 3-D movie and stop by the touch pool to discover a few animals up close.
Located at 225 Baker St. in downtown Atlanta. Summer hours are Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Call ahead to reserve tickets at 404-581-4000 or online at http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/.
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta $$
Explore the depths of your child’s imagination at this hands-on museum. It’s best for kids 8 and younger – they can hang out “Under the Big Top” to learn about health and much more.
Located at 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW in downtown Atlanta. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-659-5437 or visit www.imagineit-cma.org.
Zoo Atlanta
Go wild with warthogs, kangaroos, lions, elephants, gorillas and pandas at the zoo. Kids will love riding the carousel, train and playing in the Wild Like Me indoor playground.
Located at 800 Cherokee Ave. SE off I-20. Open 7 days a week. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase advance tickets, call 404-624-9453 or visit www.zooatlanta.org.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Discover 21 collections of flora at the 30-year-old facility. The favorite destination for your kids will be, no doubt, the two-acre Children’s Garden; here youngsters can play in the fountain, tend to veggies, perform on stage and more.
Located at 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE in midtown Atlanta. Summer hours are Tues.-Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call 404-876-5859 or visit www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org.
High Museum of Art
Fine art doesn’t seem stuffy at this family-friendly art institution. Kids will love making their own creations in the spirit of the masters in the Greene Family Studio, and you’ll love the quiet and grown-up feeling of a visit.
Located at 1280 Peachtree St. in midtown Atlanta. Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-733-4444 or purchase advance tickets online at www.high.org.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Step back in time while you discover the first Georgians, dinosaurs and Georgia’s natural history. Kids will love the hands-on fossil experiences, IMAX movies and, this summer, they’ll love learning about penguins and polar bears in the museum’s temporary exhibit.
Located at 767 Clifton Rd. NE in Atlanta. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 404-929-6300 or visit www.fernbankmuseum.org.
Atlanta History Center
There’s plenty to see both indoors and out at this 18-year-old, 33-acre facility. Home to six permanent exhibits, Tullie Smith Farm, Swan House, two playhouses and gardens, as well as multiple traveling exhibits, there’s something for everyone here.
Located at 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. in Buckhead. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun., noon-5:30 p.m. For more information, call 404-814-4000 or visit www.atlantahistorycenter.org.
Stone Mountain Park
You’d better be up early to take advantage of everything this 50-year-old Atlanta staple has to offer – from Ride the Ducks, antebellum plantation and night-time laser show to hiking (or riding) up the mountain, camping and fishing on the lake and splashing at the water park. New this summer, Sky Hike; a trek through the treetops complements the other highflying attractions at the park. Located on Highway 78 East, Exit 8 in Stone Mountain. Open 6 a.m.-midnight, attraction hours vary. For more information, call 770-498-5690 or visit www.stonemountainpark.com.
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Celebrating 30 years, this wildlife and horticultural attraction teaches kids about conservation and nature. You can canoe, hike, have an animal encounter and more alongside the beauty of the Chattahoochee River. The Interpretive Center, due to be completed next spring, will teach kids about three separate areas of our watershed (river, wetland and forest) through hands-on exhibits.
Located at 9135 Willeo Rd. in Roswell. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 770-992-2055 or visit www.chattnaturecenter.org.
Six Flags Over Georgia $$$$
For classic amusement park fun, Six Flags is the answer. With more than 30 rides, the new Thomas Town play area, and shows galore, there’s something for everyone in the family – from the bravest thrill seeker to the littlest adventurer. Also enjoy the park’s wet fun at Skull Island.
Located at 275 Riverside Pkwy. in Austell. Open seven days a week during the summer. Closing times vary; Opening times: Sun.-Fri., 10:30 a.m., Sat., 10 a.m. For more information, call 770-739-3400 or visit www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia.
White Water
Despite the drought, water fun is plentiful in the three kid areas, 17 family rides and thrill rides for the older members of the family. As home to one of the largest wave pools in the Southeast, White Water is definitely a place to get wet. The Captain Kid’s Cove is the place to hang out with little ones – you’ll find water sprayers, mini-slides and a family-friendly wave pool in this area.
Located at 250 Cobb Pkwy. North in Marietta. WW open Sun.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call 770-948-9290 or visit www.sixflags.com/whitewater.
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