Play (formerly The Playroom) in Roswell, GA 30075

Note: The Playroom re-opened as Play in June 2008.

Devotees of the former Playroom, be comforted. the new version, now known as Play, was well worth the wait. The enormous, crisply decorated space and new features offer an experience that bests anything that came before, and we've not seen anyone walk through the doors who wasn't wowed.

For starters, it's important to note that the new location was the site of a fitness gym, and the layout works for this kid-friendly spot. Two gyms are placed side by side, containing mats and slides, a rock climbing wall, inflatables, and the supremely popular foam pit.

A parent lounge offers closed circuit TV views into the gym area, and plenty of cushy seating, kitchen amenities, and free wi-fi. An adjacent family eating area offers an easy place to eat a meal away from home, or tend to snack time. A moms' room - located in the huge bathroom/locker room - is a cozy spot for nursing and diaper changes.

Creative play areas offer the kids the chance to play veterinarian/pet groomer, shop manager, grocery store shopper, and hair stylist, as well as play with blocks or multi-sensory activities.

Short Stay Childcare is available to supplement day care or preschool programs, and drop-in playtimes take place seven days a week for parents to interact with kids in a fun environment. Playgroups are welcome here, too, and kids' nights out take place regularly. Instructors are all CPR and First Aid-trained, and, we must note this, are exceedingly courteous and pleasant.

Birthday Parties: Parties for kids age two and up include one hour of staff-supervised age-appropriate games and activities including obstacle course, relays, parachute play foam pit, trampoline, moonwalk bouncer, and more, followed by 30 minutes of party room time for cake and presents. Pricing includes all paper products, balloons, invitations, temporary tattoos, and a party favor for each child. Call for details about prices and packages, and check out what we thought of a party at Play.

Classes are offered in art, music, yoga, PlayFit, Zumba, and tumbling; visit the website to download a current calendar for child and adult offerings.