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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 leona1219 | MOUNT HOLLY, NJ

Aug 21, 2020

BBQ'ing at home

by hariharian | Tampa, FL

Aug 21, 2020

Just trying to soak up the sun in the few break I get

by sfz1213 | langhorne, PA

Aug 21, 2020

Spending lots of time outdoors and in our pool

by dionysianflora | JERSEY CITY, NJ

Aug 21, 2020

Celebrating with lots of outdoor time and bbqs!

by Laura9 | RUSK, TX

Aug 21, 2020

We celebrated by going to the beach (on a weekday, so we could practice safe social distancing).

by Starlucero | PARLIER, CA

Aug 21, 2020

Teaching my kids about gardening.

by Katypugz | Marlton, NJ

Aug 21, 2020

Going to the lake

by betatester | HYATTSVILLE, MD

Aug 21, 2020

A trip to the beach!

by photos | Schaumburg, IL

Aug 21, 2020

Camping is one of the summer things left to celebrate.

by saltpep | ELGIN, IL

Aug 21, 2020

Reading outside on my patio

by Siesie23 | SILVER SPRING, MD

Aug 21, 2020

I am spending my summer trying to relax and enjoy the weather! I take walks with my dog and remain appreciatice of the good things in life.

by basketgal917 | SAN DIMAS, CA

Aug 21, 2020

Spending time in my garden.

by boo_boo_kitty | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Aug 20, 2020

Staying inside out of the extreme heat.

by alluringbrat | BRISTOL, CT

Aug 20, 2020

Being outdoors as n=much as possible!

by lucyvanpelt76 | ELGIN, IL

Aug 20, 2020

Allowing my kids to sleep in as much as possible, because that ends once school starts!