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Thursday, March 1, 2012

March Consignment Sales In & Around Cobb


With March comes spring and...lots of consignment sales! Mark your calendars, go through your children's closets, and get ready to shop for spring & summer bargains. Get some great tips for shopping at consignment sales from a mom blogger at kidzsignments.com

What: All4KidsConsignment Sale: Clothes, Toys, Baby Equip., Books, Bikes, Shoes, Linens & More
Where & When: March 1-3: Jim Miller Park
                             March 8-10: Woodstock Market
     March 16 & 17: Mt. Paran Church of God
The Rules: At each sale, if you donate $5 cash for missions you’ll be given early admittance at 8:30am on the first morning of the sale (no donations needed for children). No strollers are allowed before 11am at any of the sales on the first day. Many items are marked down 30% on Saturday at each sale. They accept cash, debit ($1 fee), Mastercard and Visa ($2 fee).
Bookmark It : www.all4kids.com for more details & directions.
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What: North MetroMothers of Multiples Spring/Summer Consignment Salegently used infant's and children's seasonal apparel, toys, equipment, layette, maternity and more.
When: March 3, 2012 9am-1pm
WhereBill Johnson Community Activity Building at Roswell Area Park10495 Woodstock RoadRoswell
The Rules: Cash or Check only; no strollers please
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What: Mt. BethelChildren’s Consignment Sale: 400 sellers consign spring and summer children’s clothing, toys, books, furniture, and more.
Where: Mt. Bethel UMC, 4385 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta
When: March 9 - 9:30am-7pm
March 10 - 9am-12pm
What’s Cool: They also have a boutique section for upscale brands, custom-made, and smocked clothing. You can also purchase “bribes” for your kids or treats to refuel at their bake sale! On Saturday, everything is 30% off. All proceeds go to support local and global missions to benefit families and children of all ages.
The Rules: No children allowed on the sales floor until 12pm on Friday (except babies in slings or front/back packs). They are providing a loving nursery from 8:30am-12pm for $4 per hour, per child, with an $8 per hour family maximum. Nursery is available for this event, but registration is required. Please contact Debbie Ruth - (770) 971-2588; Cash or Check only!
Bookmark It: www.mtbethel.org
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What: AllChildren’s Consignment Sale: 150 sellers offering infant, children, junior, and maternity clothing, toys, games, books, DVDs, CDs, and bikes,  baby equipment and children's furniture all in excellent, gently used condition
When: March 9 - 9am-8pm
March 10- 9am-1pm
Where: St. Andrew UMC, 3455 Canton Rd., Marietta
The Rules: Saturday is 1/2 price day
Bookmark It:  www.thepumpkinchurch.org
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What: The Lil’Lambs Consignment Sale: quality, gently-used children’s clothing and toys, as well as maternity clothes, children’s books and videos and nursery items
When: March 9 - 9am to 7pm
March 10 - 9am to 1pm
Where: First United Methodist Church of Marietta, 56 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta
The Rules: Many items 1/2 price on Saturday. Check or cash. NO credit cards
Children are welcome but NO STROLLERS. Childcare, for ages 8 and under, will be provided to shoppers if you prefer to shop alone! ($5 per hour per child, with a cap of $15 per hour, and a maximum of 3 hours) Childcare is only available while the parent is shopping. Reservations are required: 770-429-7850, ext. 7860. If you have any questions, please email lillambsinfo@gmail.com
Bookmark It: www.lil-lambs.org
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When: March 10 - 9am-1pm
Where: Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta
What’s Cool: NEW electronic tagging means a much faster checkout! 
The Rules: Strollers welcome, cash and check only
Bookmark It:  www.NOWAMOM.org
Follow them on Facebook: NOWAMOM Kids Consignment Sale
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Where: Roswell UMC, Fellowship Hall, "B" Building814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell
When: March 9 – 9am-2pm
March 10 - 8am-noon
The Rules: no strollers allowed before noon.  Saturday is ½ price day on many items! 
Bookmark it: www.rumc.com
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What: The Children's GardenConsignment Sale
When: March 9  - 9am to 6pm 
March 10 - 9am to 1pm 
Where: East Cobb Church of Christ, 5240 Roswell Rd. Marietta
The Rules: Cash & Credit/Debit cards accepted, many items 1/2 off on Saturday
Bookmark It: www.eastcobbcoc.org
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What: Lil’ Blessings Consignment Sale: gently used children and maternity clothes, toys, books, infant items (furniture, accessories, etc.), games, sports equipment, DVD’s, and so much more!
When: March 16 – 9am-7pm
            March 17 – 9am-1pm
Where: Kennesaw First Baptist Church, 2958 N Main St, Kennesaw
The Rules: cash and checks, some items will be 1/2 off Saturday
Bookmark It: www.kfbc.org
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What: Kindermart Consignment Sale: 300 sellers!
When: March 16 - 9:30am - 8pm
March 17 -  9am – Noon
Where: Smyrna First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1315 Concord Road, Smyrna
What's Cool: benefiting Smyrna First United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten AND they are accepting stuffed animal donations! There will be an area outside of their drop off for donations of stuffed animals that are 6-13 inches tall. They should not have logos or removable parts. You can donate on Monday & Tuesday mornings 3/12-13 even if you are not selling in the sale. These stuffed animals will be donated to Bears on Patrol and given to Police Departments to use in traumatic situations involving children to comfort and distract them, and to show that police officers are the "good guys".
The rules: Strollers will not be allowed Friday morning before 11am, many items are 1/2 price on Saturday! Cash or checks only
Bookmark It: www.kindermartsale.com
Follow them on Facebook: Kindermart Consignment Sale

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Rainy Day Playgrounds

The weather today has inspired me to make a list of a few of our favorite indoor play centers. Wherever you are - there is a playcenter close by! Always check playroom's website before heading over to check on special pricing, holiday hours or special events - I try to keep this post updated but specials change sometimes quicker than I can keep up! Click on highlighted link for their website

  • Roswell: PLAY - An Activity Center for Kids - $5 per child Mondays throughout the summer & $5 per child Family Nights on Friday! Craft Room Tues, Wed & Friday 10:30-1pm included with Admission; Storytime at 10:30 on Monday & Thursday FREE activity, only pay admission if you stay and play! Check their calendar for weekend hours.
  • Alpharetta/Northpoint Mall: Inside Northpoint Mall there is a soft playground area near Dillard's & a REAL carousel in the food court (Cost is $2 per person, you must have cash to purchase tokens from the machine, carousel opens at 11:30 M-F)
  • Sandy Springs: Funhouse
  • Marietta: Champion Kids - calendar is updated weekly so be sure to check before heading over!
  • Marietta/Kennesaw/Town Center Mall Area:
  • Kennesaw: Bounce U - open play hours vary so check website! Today Saturday June 30th - open bounce from 11-1pm and 4-6pm for only $6.99 per child! Check in at our location and get a FREE small sno-kone to keep you cool!
  • Acworth: DAC Kids
Have we forgotten one?? Let me know!