IDEAS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF FAMILY TIME

1.       GO ON A PICNIC
Take an afternoon to get away from it all by packing a lunch and going on a picnic! Whether it's in the backyard or at the local park, the whole family will love tossing a football around in between bites of their favorite sandwiches.

2.       COOK DINNER TOGETHER
Instead of the kids camping out in front of the television while you're prepping dinner, get them involved cooking with you! They can help with things like washing veggies or putting the pepperoni on top of their own homemade pizza.

3.       TAKE A HIKE
Get lost in nature for a bit by going for a morning hike! No trails where you live? Take a leisurely stroll through your neighborhood or walk to a local library to check out a few new books.

4.       VOLUNTEER TOGETHER
Check out the needs at your local food bank or soup kitchen. Or if your family is into animals, consider volunteering at a nearby animal shelter.

5.       PLANT A FAMILY GARDEN
As a kid, spending time in the garden with my mom and grandmother was a joy. The delicious fruits and veggies that resulted were such a treat! Why not get the whole family involved in tending the garden this summer?

6.       HAVE A FAMILY GAME NIGHT
Pack away the electronics. Heck, turn off the television entirely. Bust out the board games or a big jigsaw puzzle and enjoy a classic family game night! Don't forget the popcorn.

7.       CRAFT TOGETHER
Bust out the crayons, markers, glitter and glue and get crafty with the kids! They can finger paint artwork for their room, make cards to send to the grandparents or just doodle to their heart's content.


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