Squeeze in the Last Bit of Summer: Win a $75 Gift Card
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Aug 19, 2020
Many schools have started classes and Labor Day is approaching. But summer is not over yet! Make sure to enjoy every moment you can.
Check out ideas to squeeze in more fun this summer and enter to win a $75 gift card to Goldbelly, where you can order food from local restaurants anywhere in the country.
Scavenger hunt
Set up a scavenger hunt with a list of clues around the house or in the neighborhood. We love this because it's so adjustable by age, and if you break up the groups by family, it's naturally socially distanced. Participants can get together to show their findings or send in photos. Don't forget prizes for the winners.
Sample Something New
If you live near a winery or a brewery, it could be a great way to enjoy an adults-only evening. If you don't, have a taste-test of wines, craft beers or mixed drinks at home. We recommend inBooze, where you can infuse your own cocktails like Sangria or Berry Lavender Lemonade. Get 20% off at InBooze with the code: SHESPEAKS. Plus, if you're already at home, you don't need to worry about a designated driver. Alcohol not your thing? No problem! Try local cheeses, ice cream or whatever food you prefer.
Water Play
There's nothing like the beach or pool on a hot summer day. For something different, see if you can rent paddle boats or kayaks. Or if you're staying at home, throw on the sprinkler or have a water balloon fight. You can even make your own slip & slide by getting a long plastic tarp from your local hardware store. Pour on some baby shampoo and turn on the hose. Guaranteed fun for hours.
Pick-Your-Own
Now's the perfect time for pick-your-own at a local farm. Depending on the part of the country you are in, there could be blueberries, peaches, sunflowers, corn or more. No farms near you? Stop at a farmer's market or even a local market. It's amazing how much more delicious produce is when it is fresh.
Plan a Photo Shoot
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We are living through a time that will go down in history. Don't forget to memorialize it with photos. Your options are endless: dramatic shots at the park, playing dress-up with kids in the living room, or masks-on in front of your favorite store. Another option - document a full day by snapping a photo every thirty minutes, no matter what you are doing. It will really show a slice of life in 2020.
Eat Like You Are on Vacation
Did you cancel a vacation this summer? Or did you miss your annual trip to see family? Whatever location you are dreaming about, plan a dinner that reminds you of it. For example, if you love visiting Maine, make a lobster meal. If you miss home cooking from New Orleans, make a special dinner of gumbo, with beignets for dessert. You can find plenty of recipes online, or take a look at Goldbelly, where you can easily get food from around the country shipped right to you.
How are you celebrating the last bit of summer? Tell us to win a $75 Goldbelly gift card!
SheSpeaks Summer Giveaway*One lucky contestant will be chosen at random to receive a $75 gift card to Goldbelly. Giveaway is open through September 6, 2020 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member makysmama.
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by klassic | SALT LAKE CTY, UT
BBQ and spending time at the park.
by klassic | SALT LAKE CTY, UT
BBQ and spending time at the park.
by cubbieduke | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Just a Staycation!
by klassic | SALT LAKE CTY, UT
BBQ and spending time at the park.
by sevenstars07 | Oklahoma City , OK
Getting out of the 117 temp for a weekend
by bruinmommy | Torrance, CA
Trying to fit in last beach days before school starts!
by mcgillda | Hamersville, OH
We will be going away for a few days can't wait
by joesgirl96 | RICHMOND, TX
enjoying staying indoors due to the extreme heat and getting ready to start virtual learning Monday
by sw2982 | DREXEL HILL, PA
I can't wait tot try out a winery I discovered on my way to vacation. Outside seating in a beautiful environment.
by ppj927 | Antelope, CA
Over 100° for 6 days, more like 105-110 for most of it, and now fires in are, so smoke, hazy, ashy...distance learning, so I've decided to homeschool.Buying curriculum that coincides with what their parochial school is doing and now told by principal to get religious curricula on my own. So much for helping me out. I'm a former elementary teacher and have donated hundreds of hours in last few years to help them out as a teacher's assistant and sub. (some sub time dontated) but he's only been here a year.
STRESSED! That's how my summer is ending.
4 kids- senior, sophomore girls (online independent study) 7th and 4th grade boys I get to compose their studies.Plus intense back/hip pain and xrays...Somethings gotta give. Determined it won't be outr family happiness and/or sanity. 😁 I got this, but it's not a piece of cake.
by brezinski | SCOTTSDALE, AZ
We are taking a "stay-cation" at a local resort.
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by plong22 | BLAIRSVILLE, PA
Meeting up with 2 year old Grandson and son/daughter-in-law along with my husband at state park near their house for some outdoor visiting tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing him.
by eaeforcar3 | LEWISVILLE, NC
going to the beach soon!
by mallgirl | Monrovia, CA
It was 107 here yesterday. So, like Kelli, I want the heat to cool down so I can walk to the park. It is way too brutal to do that now.
by nagroskopf | NORTH MANKATO, MN
spending time outside
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