Fun Things To Do This Summer

Summer days are quickly approaching, and this means no school! It’s time to find some activities for your kids. If your family has recently gone through a stressful transition, summer brings with it a great opportunity to bring some fun and joy into you and your children’s life. You all deserve it!

If you are looking for camps, here are some good options:

1.) Check out your local YMCA: They have camps going on all summer long for kids ages 5-18. They also offer half day programs for kids 3-4 years old. Prices for the whole week fall around $130 for members and $150 for non-members. Is you child older and ready for their first job? They can be a camp counselor!

2.) Summer Camps through your City Parks and Recreation Programs: Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, and Roswell all have wonderful summer camps that are also relatively inexpensive with many starting around $150. Many offer days camps as well as sport camps. Some even offer music or art camps. Check out your local Parks and Recreation website for more info.

3.) Overnight Camps: There are many overnight camp options through all sorts of different organizations – YMCA, Church, Music Stores, Art Stores, Sports Leagues, and so much more. Local colleges often offer camps as well. There are so many choices out there; you are bound to find the perfect fit for your child.

If you just want a fun day activity around town, check these out:

• Places to Go: Six Flags, Georgia Aquarium, The Atlanta Zoo, Stone Mountain, Children’s Museum of Atlanta, Centennial Olympic Park, Braves Game
• Have a picnic in the park.
• Have a stay at home day to binge watch your favorite movies OR make your own movie.
• Go to the library and check out some books.
• Slip N’ Slide in the backyard.
• Play laser tag.
• Camp out in the backyard.
• Chalk Art all over the driveway.
• Visit the fire station.
• Launch a rocket.
• Visit the nature centers at the local city park.
• Play at the local splash pad or pool.

Make this the best summer for you and your kids!