Students, teachers, and even some parents are itching with excitement – summer is almost upon us! Between counting down the days that remain in the school year, and enrolling in summer camps, the month of May can be a busy time. You may also be looking forward to slowing down the pace, focusing on relaxation, and preparing family vacation plans for the summer. If you’re looking for fun activities close to home, the city of Atlanta offers a plethora of options to choose from. There are choices for all ages, and all price ranges. In fact, if you’re considering summer excitement that will make your wallet happy, look no further. Get ready to smile with this listing of a few inexpensive ways to have summer fun.

• Enjoy the great outdoors at the park – This may seem obvious. After all, throwing frisbees at the park, playing on the monkey bars, and picnic lunches are all things summer was made for. You may also enjoy a trip to Centennial Olympic Park to play in the fountains and read about Atlanta’s time hosting the Olympic games.
• A little climb, anyone? – Looking for a little exercise? A climb to the top of Stone Mountain at Stone Mountain Park may be just what you need.
• Take a walk through history – The King Center in Atlanta is an informative look at the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Filled with intriguing details on both his public and private life, it would be a day well-spent.
• Loving our animal friends - Noah’s Animal Sanctuary provides an up close and personal look at exotic, wildlife and domestic animals. Self-guided tours are completely free.
• Activities with a little kick to them - Check out the events at Master Shim’s World Class Tae Kwon Ladies, looking for a self-defense class? Want to sign the kids up for summer camp? Looking for a few lessons to get your feet wet? Take advantage of all we have to offer! Visit www.atlantatkd.com to find out more.