This is it, the last hurrah! For many, this is the last week of summer vacation. Others are already back at school. Either way, here are a few suggestions to make the most of these long days. Enjoy yourself and cheers to a great summer! Aug. 26: Dog Appreciation Day …

Two more weeks until the start of school! Here are some activities to keep you busy for the last weeks of summer. Aug. 19: Visit a butterfly garden (such as ladewgardens.com). Aug. 20: Commit to flying a kite at least once this summer. Aug. 21: Pitch a tent in your …

Nothing says summer like an adventure with friends. To that end, we’ve gathered some of the best travel-inspired stories, guides and adventure-themed books with the help of Rona Sue London from The Ivy Bookshop. You won’t even have to leave the comfort of your favorite hammock or porch swing! Board/Toddler: …

How is it already mid-August? We’re as shocked as you. Here are some activities to help you enjoy the waning days of summer Aug. 12: Have a backyard bonfire and roast marshmallows. Invite friends! Aug. 13: Don’t toss out your stale bread. Find a pond and go feed the ducks. …

Happy August! Get outside and enjoy the warm weather after two weeks of rain. Here are some outdoor activities you and your kiddos can enjoy together. Aug. 5: Create your own sidewalk or driveway gallery with sidewalk chalk. Aug. 6: Play a round of miniature golf. Aug. 7: Go to …

Rain, rain, go away. Come again another day. Oh but, the forecast calls for another rainy week. Here are some indoor activities to keep the little ones occupied. July 29: Open the windows and listen to the rain. If you have children who are nervous about storms, tell them about …

This week is going to be a rainy one. Here are a few ideas to keep your kids (and you, when you are on kid duty) from getting bored. July 22: Pick a book set, series or story collection and make time to read a story, chapter or fable every …

There are 99 days of summer and 99 opportunities to do something fun. Here are a few ideas for this week. July 15: Turn off your alarm clock the night before and allow everyone to sleep in. Have an unscheduled day and just go with the flow. July 16: The …

OK, the dog days of summer are here. But we have some fun ideas to help you get through this hot spell and keep summer enjoyable. July 8: Pack a picnic and eat outside — or inside on a blanket in front of a fan. July 9: Create a “make …

What? How is it July already? Don’t fret. We’ve got you covered with lots of fun things to do for each and every one of this summer’s 99 days. Here are a few ideas for this week. July 1: Make a meal for a friend in need and have your …