EXPIRED: Save at Monkey Joe’s

Save at Monkey Joe’s

Monkey Joe’s is featured on SweetJack today!

For just $7.50 you’ll receive:

  • Admission
  • One Slice of Pizza or Hot Dog
  • One Drink

That’s a $16 value.  And the certificate doesn’t expire until April 2013!  Offer is good at the Cumming/ Post Road location but also many other around Atlanta.
The deal will end on Monday (unless sold out sooner), so don’t delay. Click here to see the deal.

If you haven’t signed up with SweetJack yet, click here to sign up now.

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No School: Things To Do in Forsyth County

What to do?

Later this week, Forsyth County Schools are out of class for a day and a half.  It’s an Early Release Day on Friday, March 16th followed by an Inclement Weather Day on Monday, March 19th.  Since it’s combined into a long weekend, some of you may be headed out of town.  But if you’ll be sticking around Forsyth County, here’s a few ideas to keep everyone having a good time.

Play Outside

If it’s not raining, definitely try to catch some good Vitamin D over the break.  Play at a local playground, ride on the Greenway, or maybe even hike Sawnee Mountain.
Click here for a list of Forsyth County Parks & Rec information.

Enjoy an Indoor Playcenter

Visit the Library:  Forsyth County Public Library

Forsyth County Public Library Online | Forsyth County Public Library on Facebook

Flexible Childcare:  Recess by Charley

  • Still need to get some work done even though the kids are out of school?  Consider Recess by Charley – they’ll get to play & have fun and you can enjoy flexible childcare options.

For rates, more information & to reserve your spot, call 678.876.3456.
Recess by Charley Online | Recess by Charley on Facebook

Go Rollerskating: Slapshots Family Skate Center

  • Always open for Forsyth County School breaks.
  • All sessions are just $6. Quad or Inline skate rentals available for just $3.
  • Tip:  Get $1 off admission when you mention this FB Posting (click here) and visit Friday, March 16th from 1pm to 4pm.

Slapshots Online | Slapshots on Facebook

See a (Discounted) Movie

Lots of new movies are out. Check out the AMC Theatres Schedule or the Carmike (formerly Movies 400) Schedule.

AMC Theatre Tips:

  • Showtimes before Noon are just $6.

Carmike Cinemas Tips:

  • Go on Tuesdays & Save!  (which doesn’t help here since we’re not out Tuesday – oh well!)
  • Super Stimulus Specials on Tuesday – $1 Popcorn, $1 Drink, $2.50 Candy & More

Go Bowling: Stars & Strikes

  • Bowling, Arcades, Poker, Lazer Tag, Bumper Cars & More.
  • Tip: Check out their Specials Page & see if you can save on the day you plan to go.

Stars & Strikes Online | Stars & Strikes on Facebook

Go Pottery Painting: Glazed & Fired

  • Take advantage of Open Studio hours.  Also open Saturday & Sunday.
  • Note: Closed on Monday

Glazed & Fired Online | Glazed & Fired on Facebook

Take the Girls for Some Pampering:  Sweet & Sassy

  • Take advantage of a Sweet & Sassy Girl’s Night Out Event on Friday, March 16th from 5 to 7pm.  Click here for more information.
  • Or schedule an appointment any time during the long weekend.

Sweet & Sassy OnlineSweet & Sassy on Facebook

Enjoy a Sweet Treat Together

  • Creations BakeryCreations Bakery OnlineCreations Bakery on Facebook
    Stop in during regular business hours and treat yourself to some tasty creations. Rice Krispy treats, Chocolate Covered Oreo cookies – all sorts of fun and beautiful chocolate & treats!
  • Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt – Menchie’s Cumming Marketplace Facebook Page
    Always a tasty treat & fun for the kids to make their own!
    Tip: Follow on Facebook for the latest coupons or discounts available.  A new coupon usually comes out each Friday.
  • Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream Social on Facebook
    There are always fun flavors at the Ice Cream Social – several even made in house.
  • Dutch Monkey Doughnuts - Dutch Monkey Facebook page.
    Fresh, made daily doughnuts with flavors for the kids & mom or dad too!
    Note: Closed Monday
  • Donut Depot: Donut Depot on Facebook
    New Donut Shop in town – getting lots of good feedback from our readers on taste & price!
  • The Chill Hill: Chill Hill on Facebook
    Self Serve Frozen Yogurt with toppings galore to choose from.

So, those are just some of our ideas.  Do you have any?  Feel free to share in the comments below.

Photo Source – D Sharon Pruitt

Mid-Winter Break Survival Guide

Forsyth County Schools are closed for 3 days beginning this Friday (and assuming our Inclement Weather day sticks around between now & then).  When you add the weekends in, we end up having 5 full days off!

I must admit, I’m pretty excited to NOT be setting the alarm for five days straight!

It looks like it will be pretty chilly most of the break, but then again who knows.  We had a picnic several weeks back so it’s certainly possible.  But in the event it’s too cold to hit a playground or ride bikes on the driveway, we’ve rounded of a list of some Indoor Fun to keep YOU warm & the KIDS entertained!

Enjoy an Indoor Playcenter

Visit the Library:  Forsyth County Public Library

  • Spend time checking out new books.
  • Enjoy a movie with your older girls – Family/Teen Cinema at Hampton Park on Saturday, 2/18.
  • Note: Library will be closed for President’s Day on Monday, 2/20.

For more information on the current Program Schedule, click here.
Forsyth County Public Library Online | Forsyth County Public Library on Facebook

Flexible Childcare:  Recess by Charley

  • Still need to get some work done even though the kids are out of school?  Consider Recess by Charley – they’ll get to play & have fun and you can enjoy flexible childcare options.

For rates, more information & to reserve your spot, call 678.876.3456.
Recess by Charley Online | Recess by Charley on Facebook

Go Rollerskating: Slapshots Family Skate Center

  • Always open for Forsyth County School breaks.
  • All sessions are just $6. Quad or Inline skate rentals available for just $3.

Slapshots Online | Slapshots on Facebook

Go Ice Skating: The Ice

  • All sessions are just $7. Skate rentals available for $3.
  • Note: Typically closed on Mondays.  Call in advance or check their “Public Skate” online as some sessions are cancelled due to other scheduling.

The Ice Online

See a (Discounted) Movie

Lots of new movies are out. Check out the AMC Theatres Schedule or the Carmike (formerly Movies 400) Schedule.

AMC Theatre Tips:

  • Showtimes before Noon are just $6.

Carmike Cinemas Tips:

Go Bowling: Stars & Strikes

Stars & Strikes Online | Stars & Strikes on Facebook

Go Pottery Painting: Glazed & Fired

  • Take advantage of Open Studio from 11am to 7pm. 
  • Note: Closed on Monday

Glazed & Fired Online | Glazed & Fired on Facebook

Enjoy a Sweet Treat Together

  • Creations BakeryCreations Bakery OnlineCreations Bakery on Facebook
    Bring the kids to Creations Bakery & let them decorate their very own cupcake to take home! Stop in between 12:30pm and 4pm on Friday, 2/17. Cost is $5. No reservations required.  Click here for more information.
    Stop in during regular business hours and treat yourself to some tasty creations. Rice Krispy treats, Chocolate Covered Oreo cookies – all sorts of fun and beautiful chocolate & treats!
  • Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt – Menchie’s Cumming Marketplace Facebook Page
    Always a tasty treat & fun for the kids to make their own!
    Tip: Follow on Facebook for the latest coupons or discounts available.  Definitely take advantage of their current BOGO FREE offer.
  • Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream Social on Facebook
    There are always fun flavors at the Ice Cream Social – several even made in house.
  • Dutch Monkey Doughnuts - Dutch Monkey Facebook page.
    Fresh, made daily doughnuts with flavors for the kids & mom or dad too!
    Note: Closed Monday
  • Donut Depot: Donut Depot on Facebook
    New Donut Shop in town – getting lots of good feedback from our readers on taste & price!

So, those are just some of our ideas.  Do you have any?  Feel free to share in the comments below.

Photo Source – D Sharon Pruitt

Early Release Days = Half Fun Days

Photo Source: blue2likeyou

Forsyth County Schools* will have three (yes … three!!) half days next week.  If you’re looking for something fun to keep everyone entertained, here’s a little list of options that won’t break the bank too terribly bad.

Wednesday, October 19th:

Stars & Strikes - Check out Stars & Strikes on the first half day off & you can score 99Cent Bowling!  This offer is good on Wednesdays only & is available from open to close.  If you prefer the “boutique” side, that will cost $1.99.  Shoe rental is still regular price, but 99 cents for bowling isn’t too bad!

More information: Call Stars & Strikes at 678.965.5707 or Visit them Online or on Facebook.

Creations Bakery – Bring the kids to Creations Bakery & let them decorate their very own jumbo cupcake!  Stop in between 1 and 4pm.  Cost is $5.  No reservations required.

More Information: Call Creations Bakery at 770.887.4944 or Visit them Online or on Facebook.

Adventure Kids: For an all day price of just $5 (age 2-12) and $3 (under 2), let the kids play in the sand, on the inflatables, in the fort, playgrounds & more!  And Wednesday Only, if you pay regular price, you’ll receive a pass to come back on Thursday or Friday for free!  Thanks to this special posted on Facebook.

More Information: Call Adventure Kids at 770.406.8952 or Visit Adventure Kids Online or on Facebook.

Thursday, October 20th:

**CAMP IS FULL – Glazed & Fired - On Thursday, Glazed & Fired is offering a “mini camp” for students aged 5 to 12 years.  Campers will paint a 12×12 canvas, a piece of pottery and sculpt with clay!  Cost is $30 per child.  Time is 2pm to 5pm.  Reservations & pre-payment are required.  *The G&F Facebook page has been updated to show this camp as full.  Other camps are noted to come in November, so make sure you’re following them!

More information: Call Glazed & Fired at 678.208.6096 or visit Glazed & Fired Online or on Facebook.

Fun Any Day:

Adventure Kids: For an all day price of just $5 (age 2-12) and $3 (under 2), let the kids play in the sand, on the inflatables, in the fort, playgrounds & more!

More Information: Call Adventure Kids at 770.406.8952 or Visit Adventure Kids Online or on Facebook.

Catch Air: The weather can be good or bad outside and you’ll still have fun inside!  Be sure to visit Catch Air on Facebook.  They publish a new deal {almost} daily.  Most times, the savings are for 25-30% off admission.

More Information: Call Catch Air at 678.965.6868 or Visit them Online or on Facebook.

Glazed & Fired – Buy one Paint Your Own Pottery Piece and get the second (equal or lesser value) at half off!  This is an October special offered Tuesday – Friday throughout the month.  Cannot be combined with any other coupons, weekly promotions, events or private parties.

More information: Call Glazed & Fired at 678.208.6096 or visit Glazed & Fired Online or on Facebook.

Kinsey Family Farm: The fall festivities at Kinsey are in full swing.  The farm is open to the public everyday during October.  From 10am to 5:30pm, catch a hayride, enjoy a picnic, see the farm animals, feed the fish or just enjoy the fall weather.

More Information: Call Kinsey Family Farm at 770.887.6028 or Visit Kinsey Family Farm Online or on Facebook.

Warbington Farms: The farm is open Monday – Saturday from 8am to 7pm.  And on Sunday 1pm to 6pm.  The whole family can enjoy a “hey”-ride, let the kids have fun on the bounce slide, a pony ride or just petting the animals.  Don’t forget to grab a pumpkin (pay for it of course though) while you’re there!

More Information: Call Warbington Farms at 770.380.2920 or Visit Warbington Farms Online or on Facebook.

Monkey Joe’s Cumming:  With cooler temps on the way, it may be the perfect time to head indoors for some fun.  At the time of publishing this article, Half Off Depot was featuring Monkey Joe’s Cumming.  Purchase an admission pass for just $4.99.  If you don’t want to purchase through Half Off Depot, you can also check out their Coupon page.

More Information: Call Monkey Joe’s Cumming at 770.887.5678 or Visit Monkey Joe’s Cumming Online or on Facebook.

And don’t forget to take advantage of some of the great parks & the libraries throughout Cumming & Forsyth County too!

Fun for the Sweet Tooth:

Sometimes a trip for something sweet is just as much fun.  Be sure to check out these great stops around town:

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt - Always a tasty treat & fun for the kids to make their own!  Follow the Menchie’s Cumming Marketplace Facebook Page for the latest coupons or discounts available.

Dutch Monkey Doughnuts - Fresh, made daily doughnuts with flavors for the kids & mom or dad too!  Last week, we scored some buy one, get one’s just by watching the Dutch Monkey Facebook page.  But fair warning – your mouth will start watering!

Ice Cream Social - There are always fun flavors at the Ice Cream Social – several even made in house.  Follow the Ice Cream Social on Facebook for more information.

Creations Bakery - You might not know, but you can stop in during regular business hours and treat yourself to some tasty creations.  Rice Krispy treats, Chocolate Covered Oreo cookies – all sorts of fun and beautiful chocolate & treats!  Check out the Creations Bakery Facebook Page for some tempting pictures:)

*And as a Facebook Reader pointed out – FCS are only Early Release for Elementary & Middle.  High School Students have full days. I hadn’t even noticed that, so thanks to a reader for bringing that up!

Save at Monkey Joe’s

Half Off Admission

Monkey Joe’s (7 locations – including Cumming) is featured on Half Off Depot!

Snag an admission ticket for just $4.  With the cold weather upon us and with three Early Release Days in a row right in front of us,  it’s a perfect time to stock up on a few.

If you haven’t already signed up for Half Off Depot … you’re missing out!  Sign up now & start saving.  Then share with your friends & you can earn some deal bucks!

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EXPIRED: Deal Site for Monkey Joe’s

The Daily Deal Site, DealSwarm, is bringing us savings in Cumming!

Deal:  Purchase $30 of Credit to Monkey Joe’s (Post Road) for just $15. Credit may be used towards admissions, concessions and even party packages.

The deal must be used by 10/31/11 so make sure you plan accordingly.

And don’t forget to share the deal with your friends after you purchase it … you’ll earn Deal Bucks!

If you haven’t signed up for DealSwarm, sign up now!

But hurry, offer to purchase expires this weekend.

Save at Monkey Joe’s

If you haven’t signed up for Plum District yet, now would be a great time!  They’ve come through recently with some really good deals in Cumming and today is a great one to officially kick off summer!!

Spend $15 and get $30 towards Monkey Joe’s in Cumming!

You can spend it towards parties, playtime or even concessions.

A great, cheap way to beat the heat this summer!

Sign up today … offer ends soon!

And remember – they have an Affiliate Program.  So after you buy your deal, share with your friends & family.  If they purchase, you just might get yours for free!!

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