While some vacationers prefer continuous quiet and serene lakeside views on their precious days off, thrill-seekers far and wide often take a very different course of action in Georgia. About a 90-minute drive south of Suwanee, in Thomaston, is the longest running skydiving facility in Georgia that supplies freefalling fun for beginners and experts of the air, Skydive Atlanta. This company has the the only facility in Georgia certified by the United States Department of Defense to carry military paratroopers. For new skydivers, a simple 15-minute class is required on the ground for …
Most of our big business stores in Suwanee have valuable websites that will save your family money.You can save hundreds of dollars a year by utilizing the coupons, money-saving tips, special promotional offers, and even free stuff that these websites have to offer. Check out the sites below and see if you can find the savings! Also, each of these stores has Suwanee locations. Lowe's has a number of great promotions going on this month like 10 percent off appliances and $15 off in certain departments. Click the link to see the current offers. This would be a great time for home improvements. …
Note: Post a question/comment about this article, and a member of our Moms Council will respond ASAP. As moms, we raise our kids in hopes that they will always choose right over wrong. As moms, we support our kids and protect them in hopes that no harm will come to them. Disciplining our children is not an enjoyable part of parenting, but teaches children that there are consequences to every action that they take. Sometimes the instinct to protect our kids may overrule the knowledge that they should be ready to face consequences of their actions. In 2009 in Atlanta, Aimee Michael was involved…
This week’s first edition is "Couponing with Kim." One of my closest friends is a coupon queen. She has taught me amazing ways to save money. I asked her if she would share her tips with fellow moms and everyone else that wants to save money. She had so many great ideas! I am excited to share three of them with you today. -- Make a Money Saving Book: You will need a binder, dividers, and 8x10 baseball card protection sheets. All of these items can be found at most of local dollar stores. You can organize your money book by the aisles of your grocery store, by product type, or any way that …
What better way to show Dad you love him than taking him out to dinner on Father's Day. Below are three restaurants every dad is sure to love. These restaurants offer great food on a budget. Outback Steakhouse is offering a deal on gift cards. Buy one for $50 and get a free $10 card. Outback also offers call-ahead seating to save the long wait. There's a Suwanee location. http://www.outback.com/ Red Lobster is offering a four-course seafood feast for $15! Check out the link for a full menu and hours of operation. There's an outlet near Mall of Georgia. http://www.redlobster.com/ Applebee’s …
Every year on the third Sunday in June, we celebrate all of the great things that our fathers have done, what they mean to us and who they are. But instead of taking dear old dad to see a baseball game or watch him simply putter around the local 18-hole golf course, we have a much better, greener idea! This year the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, a few miles south of Suwanee, will be hosting that special day for dads with an explosion of live bluegrass music, fun activities, games for the whole family, edible garden outdoor cooking demonstrations and tastes, and a fun Ride On Train. But there’s …
(Note: Post a question/comment about this article, and a member of our Moms Council will respond ASAP.) In my childhood, my mother was the one who was a workaholic while my father took time to come to school events, take us on vacation, and help with homework. With Father's Day coming Sunday, I think of those times and realize what a blessing that was. In a study done in 2010, 34 percent of households were those with single moms. In these homes, the children do not know their fathers very well, if at all. So as Father's Day approaches, there are a few traditions that will be upheld. The …
Father’s Day is Sunday. Many of us have family traditions that cost little to no money for special occasions. In a tough economy like this one, these little ideas make for big savings and will still put a big smile on Dad's face! Kellogg’s is celebrating all the “sweet” things dad does with recipes and ideas for the traditional Rice Krispies treats. Shape them like a cell phone and use M&M’s as the buttons or turn your pan into a shirt and tie. Visit the link below for pictures and ideas. http://tinyurl.com/3t3tqpb Crafty crafts for Dad. This website has great ideas for crafts the kids can …
As we mentioned, Frugal Family is back for a second time this week with more online savings. Your interest has us at Suwanee Patch working harder than ever. Frugal Family has found more online ways to save you money! Here are three more great sites for moms: This site offers ways moms can make money blogging: http://moneysavingmom.com/ This site offers deals from Walmart, Kroger and others: http://dealseekingmom.com/ This site offers free cookbooks and recipes: http://www.freebies4mom.com/
How about a great escape to the tastes of fine Italian cuisine? A charming, new, family-owned restaurant located on Scales Road in Old Suwanee Village shopping center, Porto Bello Italian Cuisine offers delectable menu selections and a little taste of the old world close to home. That’s right, don’t let the modern strip mall location fool you. Porto Bello Italian Cuisine understands traditional, fine cooking and customer satisfaction. Owner and head chef Victor Garcia has been a professional cook and cuisine connoisseur for over a quarter century in and around the area. His wife and two …
Note: Post a question or comment about this article, and a member of our Moms Council will respond ASAP. With the state of the economy and the job hunt being increasingly difficult, one study states that as many as 80 percent of recent college grads will return home to live after graduation. Many refer to the kids returning home as "boomerang" kids. Twentysomethings who do not have a job lined up , do not know what they want to do, and feel that returning home and allowing mom and dad to foot the bill is the best option. Less than one fourth of graduates have a job lined up for them when they…
A huge thank you to our readers for making Frugal Family a popular weekly feature on Suwanee Patch! Starting this week we will have two editions of Frugal Family each week. Keep emailing the author your ideas and letting us know what you want to see. This week’s first edition is Father's Day gifts and ideas. Each link will take you to a circular or a printable coupon. Walmart has sale prices on great Father’s Day gifts in almost every department! Electronics, electric razors, tools, grills, personalized photo gifts, and golf equipment. http://www.walmart.com/ Got a do-it-yourself dad? The …
We’ve all probably heard about how beautiful Savannah is, but have we taken the time out to experience it for ourselves? There are many situates in Savannah that mark the beauty of the place, but there is one particular calm, peaceful island, Tybee Island, that stands out with a uniqueness of its own. Visit this small barrier island just 18 miles east of Savannah that features a wide 3 mile long beach popular for sunbathing, people-watching, strolling along the surfing, frolicking in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, fishing, bird and nature trails, boat rides with parties and dining, and fun…
Note: Post a question or comment about this article, and a member of our Moms Council will respond ASAP. Pink is for girls, blue is for boys. Girls play with dolls and boys play with trucks. Girls are ballerinas and boys are football players. The list goes on and on, but not for a Toronto family with a baby named Storm. Kathy Witterick and David Stocker of Toronto have decided to raise their baby gender-neutral. The only ones that know the sex of Storm are siblings and the midwives that he/she was delivered by. This idea has brought criticism from friends, family, and even experts who say …
Extreme Couponing ... it’s an idea that has definitely caught on. We have all heard or seen something about it on radio or television. This week, Frugal Family is exploring this hot topic. Families are saving hundreds of dollars on their groceries, bills and most any other item your family needs or uses. Here are some sites and testimonials that will give your family a jump start on saving big on your next shopping trip. The Crazy Coupon Lady teaches you how to get started and has new advice for veteran savers as well. This site has a ton of valuable information. http://tinyurl.com/3qywpnx …
Whether your plans are to have a BBQ or paint the house this Memorial Day weekend, Suwanee merchants can save you some money. Kroger has all of your Memorial Day cookout favorites on sale. Click the link for the local circular. Coke products are four 12 packs for $10. http://tinyurl.com/434hnr8 Have some home improvements in mind for the long weekend? The Home Depot is having a paint sale: $5-$20 off the best paint brands. Sale items in all departments. Click the link to view this week’s ad. http://tinyurl.com/3f9yyeb Walmart is having a storewide Memorial Day sale this weekend including …
Memorial Day weekend wouldn’t be Memorial Day weekend without an escape down to one of the country’s largest jazz festivals, the 34th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival, May 28-31 from 11:00 am to 10:59 pm in Piedmont Park. This weekend will top off 31 days of May in memory of United States soldiers. The city holds its commitment to this event every year by bringing free entertainment and festivities to all: youth jazz workshops, the kid zone and go green jazz village, late night jazz, jazz ensembles, and vocal acts that include a variety of well renown jazz singers performing on the main stage …
Note: Post a question/comment about this article, and a member of our Moms Council will respond ASAP. A month ago in Forest Park, an ordinance was passed that prohibits mothers from breastfeeding children over the age of 2 in public. Similar ordinances in other cities have all been passed in an effort to cut down on public nudity. As a breastfeeding mom, I have never knowingly sat exposed for all to see. As a friend to many other moms, I can honestly say that I have never seen them exposed when feeding their children. I just haven't been that lucky. In Forest Park, mothers staged a "nurse-in…
This week’s Frugal Family focuses on online coupon websites. These sites have made saving money easier than ever. Simply go on, sign up, and print the coupons you need for your next shopping trip. If you have a computer, what are you waiting for? Start today and see how much you can save your family in one trip to the store. Coupon Mom has a huge database with everything you could possibly need from food to clothing. http://www.couponmom.com/ Savings.com has coupons and promotional codes for most stores. http://www.savings.com/ E-how not only provides printable coupons but also offers money …
Ever been to a drive-in theatre? Well, escape to this “out of the box” experience simply by taking I-85 south to I-285 and getting off on the Moreland Avenue exit north. You’ll see sitting on your right, the Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre. With six different viewing screens, patrons can pull right in to a space and view newly released films like "Thor," Tyler Perry’s "Madea’s Big Happy Family," or an animated film for the kids like "Rango." Enjoy some classic movie favorites like popcorn, hamburgers and hot dogs. Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre also offers a large selection of delicious …
