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Squeeze in the Last Bit of Summer: Win a $75 Gift Card

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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

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!

*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 gakusan | Newburgh, NY

Aug 19, 2020

Enjoying gardening and feeding birds.

by moo77hb | Kingsley, IA

Aug 19, 2020

We went to the local watrpark!

by Kscott512 | LAS VEGAS, NV

Aug 19, 2020

I just want this dang 110 degree heat to end 🥵

by lyncorinne | Tickfaw, LA

Aug 19, 2020

Cooking garden produce 🍆🍅🌶️

by mcushing7 | SELDEN, NY

Aug 19, 2020

We are going on hikes and taking a road trip in a week. I also always love to cook on the grill as much as possible :)

by sarahmhale | CHICAGO, IL

Aug 19, 2020

We are taking days off to go to the beach and finishing up home improvement projects.

by agurl185 | N HUNTINGDON, PA

Aug 19, 2020

We've been going to different lakes and state parks to hike, boat, and just relax.

by Brit305 | HOLLYWOOD, FL

Aug 19, 2020

Can't wait to win :)

by Rj4656 | LEWISVILLE, TX

Aug 19, 2020

Some family get together a outside

by chellet1113 | The Colony, TX

Aug 19, 2020

I will be hitting the pool with a good beach read a few more times before pools close for the fall!

by tara19652006 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM

Aug 19, 2020

Relaxing outside in my yard

by peter26 | Passaic, NJ

Aug 19, 2020

We went canoeing at the reservoir and tried out paddleboarding. :D

by angwith4 | WINDBER, PA

Aug 19, 2020

We've been trying to visit the local pool before it closes

by Psp1422 | PLUMAS LAKE, CA

Aug 19, 2020

We had a last minute beach vacation

by tja1967 | BETHEL PARK, PA

Aug 19, 2020

I'm taking a photography course on Amazon and I'm going to take tons of pictures on hikes when I'll through. I'm so excited about finally learning how to use my new camera. Also, spending time with my kids and their dogs, I'll take lots of pictures of them too!