Low-Cost Summer Activities

Now what?!

I used to dread the last day of school, knowing I'd have to entertain 5 kids 24/7 all summer long--DAUNTING!

Somewhere along the way I started looking forward to being...

lazy

wet (in a pool)

sweaty

patriotic

smelling...

freshly cut grass

summer rain

a barbecue

watching...

fireworks

my garden grow

stars at night

and spending time with my children.

But who am I kidding? The kids get BORED! And I find myself oft-quoting my oldest sister: "I'm not the entertainment committee."

Not to fear! My friend, Susette, has put together a list of free or low-cost activities for lots of summer fun:

• Free or low-cost movies at local theaters. Check Regal Cinema's Free Family Film Festival for options close to you.
• Weekly activities or reading programs at your local library.
• Vacation Bible School. Check local churches near you for programs at a minimal cost.
• Story time. Check Barnes & Noble's store and event locator for an example.
• Jumping play centers. The cost is usually $5 - $7.
• Kids' Workshop at Home Depot. Offered free the 1st Saturday of the month at every Home Depot.
• Free or Half-price day at your local zoo or children's museum.

Anyone else have ideas???

Tips

• Live in the DFW area? Email me. Susette's list has lots of local details and coupons. I'll pass it on.
• Check your local paper for cultural events and places of interest.