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Weekend Round Up March 20 - 23 2009

March 19, 2009

When we first moved here, little did we know that Kennesaw was one of the best places to raise a family. For the last two years, it's made the Family Circle's list of Top 10 Best Towns for Families. And I tell you, they earn that title. Not only is the crime rate one of the lowest in Cobb County, but they are forever doing things for families with kids of all ages. From movies on the green in the summer, the Big Shanty Festival, Folk Tales of the Rails, Christmas Santa Parade and so much more!

And this weekend, is one of our families favorite events. The annual "Touch a Truck."  This is a great day out for kids of all ages. Come see and climb in and around all sorts of city vehicles -- Firetrucks, Police Cars, Diggers, Street Sweepers and more.

Best of all, the event is free and the City provides FREE Hot Dogs and Drinks. 

 Details on the event from the city: 

Reach out and Touch-A-Truck on Sat., Mar. 21
Attention kids of all ages... it's time to rev up your engines, get into the driver's seat and put your imagination in gear. Touch-A-Truck rolls into Kennesaw's Depot parking lot on Sat., Mar. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Get up-close and personal with dozens of trucks, cars and oversized construction vehicles on display. Climb aboard the Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services' Fire Safety House -- designed to simulate real fire-related dangers often found in a typical home. As kids tour the home, they will be challenged to identify potential hazards. The Kennesaw Police Department will have vehicles on display, as well as the Kennesaw Public Works Department. Some of the more unique modes of transportation that will be showcased include a horse and buggy, tricycles, earth movers, party buses and a giant roller skate.

Free hot dogs and beverages will be provided courtesy of the Kennesaw Public Works Department. Bring your camera for some great photo opportunities. Admission to the event is free.

The Depot is located across the street from the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. Parking is available along Main Street, at the intersection of Main Street and Moon Station Road, behind the Southern Museum (off Shirley drive), and off Sardis Street (near the intersection of Big Shanty Drive). Cherokee Street, from Main Street to Big Shanty Drive, will be closed during the event.

On Going/Weekly Events

High Museum of Art : Toddler Thursdays. 11:00 a. m. - 3:00 p. m.

March 19th Things That Go There are many vehicles that keep life moving in a busy town. What helps you move around?

March 26th Music, Music, Music! Instruments from the Civil War were very similar in what we have today! Come and learn some fun songs.

American Girl Boutique & Bistro: American Girl Crafts 2:00 - 4:00 pm -- Reservations are required for all events.

March 24 A Smart Girl’s Guide to Manners Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up. View event details

March 20 Felicity’s Ball-and-Cup Game Craft Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up. View event details

March 26 Bitty Bear’s Story Time Reservations required. For girls ages 3 and up. View event details

March 29 Memories with Mom Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up. View event details

 Lakeshore Learning Store : Crafts for Kids Ages 3 and up, every Saturday 11:00 - 3:00.

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