Take the kids and have some fun this week

Glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner!

We’ve assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children.

Each week, we’ll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.

You’re time-pressed enough, so we’re happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

Look for the kid’s planner each week, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips. Just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!

Borders Book Store
Where/When: 1605 East-West Connector, Austell. Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Silverlicious Celebration to highlight the release of the new children’s book, "Pinkalicious." There will be lots of activities for the kids including games, crafts and prizes ending with a Pinkalicious parade. For ages 4 to 8.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: 1717 E West Connector, Austell. Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Why Go: Kids Build and Grow Clinic. Kids get to build a wooden item. Participating children will receive a free pair of goggles, apron and project patch as well as receiving a certificate of merit when the project is completed.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  805 Clay Rd SW, Mableton. Thursdays 3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Why Go: READing Paws program. School age children who can self-read can practice their reading out loud with Nemo the dog. READing Paws dogs are trained and tested for health and temperament before being allowed into the program. Each child is allowed a 15 minute session with Nemo.
Pricing: Free but pre-registration is required.


Where/When: 1355 E West Connector, Austell. February 11, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Why Go: Creative craft projects for kids 5 to 13.
Pricing: $6 per child. Materials are additional but the instructor tries to keep materials cost at a minimum. There is also a weekly coupon offered by Hobby Lobby for 40% off merchandise.