Things to do for Early Release

Don’t forget – it’s time for another round of “Early Release Days” in Forsyth County Schools.  Looking for some things to do?  Students will release early on both Wednesday & Thursday.  And then Friday, 10/18 is a Student / Staff Holiday.
We’ve put a great list of ideas together for you, but also don’t forget check out our round-up of Fall Fun in & Near Forsyth County and there’s always the option of sleeping in to save up energy for the weekend because it’s going to be jam packed full of FUN – check out our Calendar of Events to get a head start.
If you’re looking for some ways to spend a long afternoon with the kids, we’ve put together a little round-up to help you get started … hope you enjoy!

Enjoy Time Together

• Play Outside – Right now the forecast is showing a little rain, but that can definitely change.  If it’s not raining, try to catch some of the great fall weather we’ve been having and 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.
• Go Roller Skating – Let’s Roll Skate ‘n Fun Center Online | Let’s Roll on Facebook
  Always open for Forsyth County School breaks. Let’s Roll will open at 1pm on Wednesday & Thursday and then at Noon on Friday.  All sessions are just $6. Quad or Inline skate rentals available for just $3.
  *DEAL ALERT* – Let’s Roll is currently featured on Double Take Deals – click here to snag it before it’s gone OR try one of these options that Let’s Roll just listed on their Facebook page.
• Go Bowling – Stars & Strikes Online | Stars & Strikes on Facebook
  Bowling, Arcades, Poker, Lazer Tag, Bumper Cars & More.
• Visit Kinsey Family Farm – Kinsey Family Farm Online | Kinsey Family Farm on Facebook
  Enjoy the Fall Activities together on the farm, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm.
• Visit Warbington Farms – Warbington Farms Online  |  Warbington Farms on Facebook
  Enjoy Fall Activities on the farm, closed Wednesday & Thursday.  Open Friday & Saturday 11am to 6pm.
  *DEAL ALERT* –Snag a BOGO Kid’s Admission coupon.
• Paint Pottery Together – Glazed & Fired Online | Glazed & Fired on Facebook
  Enjoy Open Studio Hours – Wednesday: 12:30pm to 5pm and Friday: 12pm to 8pm  (Note – no open studio hours on Thursday). *DEAL ALERT* – Save 25% off all plates, platters and bowls.  
• Catch a Movie Together – AMC Theatres | Carmike Cinemas 

Let the Kids Enjoy an Indoor Playcenter

• Catch Air – Catch Air Online | Catch Air on Facebook
  
• Monkey Joes – Monkey Joe’s Cumming Online | Monkey Joe’s Cumming on Facebook.
  *DEAL ALERT* – Discounted Admission every “Wacky Wednesday”
  

Enjoy a Sweet Treat Together

• Creations Bakery – Creations Bakery Online | Creations 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!
• Donut Depot: Donut Depot on Facebook
  Enjoy a donut, cupcake or other sweet treat.
• Dutch Monkey Doughnuts – Dutch Monkey Facebook page.
  Fresh, made daily doughnuts with flavors for the kids & mom or dad too!
• Ice Cream Social – Ice Cream Social on Facebook
  There are always fun flavors at the Ice Cream Social – several even made in house.
• The Chill Hill: Chill Hill on Facebook
  Self Serve Frozen Yogurt with toppings galore to choose from.

 Special Event 

The Cumming Greek Festival kicks off on Friday at 3pm – get a head start on the weekend fun with the kids!
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