Summer is fast approaching. I will be spending lots of lazy summer days with my four children, but I know they will ask "where are we going today?" daily. My budget doesn't allow a lot of elaborate trips and new toys to be scattered around the backyard. Here is what we are doing to keep the cost down this year:
1. FREE BOWLING
Register on this website to receive 2 free games of bowling PER child for the entire summer. We did this last year and it was the perfect activity for those rainy summer days or when I needed to mix things up a little bit. Our bowling alley does charge for shoes, FYI.
2. LOCAL LIBRARY
Find your local library website HERE and see what activities they have this summer. We participate in a weekly reading program, ice cream socials, puppet shows, story time and cultural events throughout the year. And they are all FREE!!
3. PINTEREST
Pinterest is my new best friend in finding summer time activities. From activities to crafts to project ideas, this website is sure to keep me busy. Need an invite? Just let me know:)
4. PARKS
Our wonderful parks (Cleveland Metroparks) has year round activities to explore nature. From educational programs to swimming to fishing and anything else you can imagine, they provide activities for the summer. New this year is Kids Club that gives children a passport to collect stamps for a end of summer party.
5. SUMMER CONCERTS
Most towns hold summer time concerts for free. We have plans to see various music performance from West African drumming to community orchestras. Our town even hosts an ice cream social yearly.
6. ZOO
Our local zoo is free to county residents each Monday. While these are the busiest days, we pick one area to explore in depth and spent the first 2 hours of opening time there. Not only is the weather cooler, but we get a close parking spot and avoid most of the crowds.
