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May 17: Low-Cost Summer Activities

Frugal Family has some deals close to Suwanee.

Many Suwanee families are faced with financial struggles and unable to travel this summer. For those of us sticking close to home, there is good news.  Below are five great family fun ideas for your family to enjoy without breaking the bank.

 Gymworks Gymnastics located at 4240 Jenkins Court in Suwanee is offering a buy one, get one free summer deal. Register and pay for June gymnastics classes and get July for free. This place is great! From classes, an open gym time to use up that extra energy, to a parents date night, this place has it all. Gymworks is also offering a number of themed summer camps and sibling discounts. Ages 18 months and up. Call to reserve your child's spot, 770-925-3636.

Lake Lanier Islands Beach and Water Park has several current offers. With gas prices through the roof, families are looking for cheaper ways to vacation. Lake Lanier has brought the beach to you. Spend a weekend at the luxury resort and hit the water park for some family fun all for about $300. Check out the link below for more information on this mini family vacation fun package http://www.lakelanierislands.com/specials/familyfun.php

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For a day trip to Lake Lanier's water park, discount coupons of at least $5 can usually be found at participating QuikTrip gas stations, Publix, and McDonald's. You can also visit the link below for season pass and other park information http://www.lakelanierislands.com/waterpark.php

Discover Mills has a ton of kid and family activities to keep you busy and close to home this summer.  Activities include movies, ball jump, spider jump, pottery, putt-putt, and even a magic shop with a daily magic show. The link below has a print and save mall coupon page. http://www.simon.com/mall/default.aspx?ID=1241

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Never underestimated the power of a picnic. Pack your basket and head to one of Suwanee’s beautiful parks: George Pierce Park, PlayTown Suwanee, or Town Center Park. Grills, bike trails, and basketball courts are available at county-owned George Pierce Park or catch some of the summer concerts and festivals at city-owned Town Center Park.  www.gwinnettparks.com.

The City of Suwanee is offering $6 seats for the Gwinnett Braves game on May 19. This is a great family value. Click this link for the night’s events and information on how to get your tickets. http://www.suwanee.com/

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