| Labor Day Weekend is the summer's last hurrah. | | | | Labor Day activities for all ages including concerts, |
| Soon, the warm sunny weather will be gone, the | | | | contests, parades, and art exhibits. Check your |
| leaves will start to fall from the trees and we'll all | | | | newspaper or call your local Chamber of |
| be preparing for the holiday season. Send the | | | | Commerce to find out what's going on in your |
| summer season off with a bang by celebrating all | | | | area. |
| of its perks outdoors - here are ten great ideas | | | | 7. State Park Day Trip - Enjoy the scenery, take |
| for Labor Day activities that you and your family | | | | part in some fun outdoor activities and learn a |
| can enjoy together. | | | | little about your local culture with a trip to your |
| 1. Beach picnic - Fill your beach bag with buckets, | | | | nearest state park or recreation area. Take a |
| toys, sunscreen and towels and head over to the | | | | swim in the lake, go horseback riding, stop by the |
| beach to float in the warm water and relax in the | | | | visitor's center, or simply enjoy the native flora |
| rays of the summer sun. | | | | and fauna. |
| 2. Backyard Party - Get all of your friends | | | | 8. Gourmet Cookout - Grilling out can be a 5 star |
| together for a summer-themed soiree in your | | | | restaurant experience with the right menu. Do |
| backyard. Pick a signature cocktail fit for the | | | | some research online at the Epicurious and Food |
| season, such as Jamaican Breezes or Blue | | | | Network websites to find the perfect gourmet |
| Hawaiians, and decorate your backyard like an | | | | cookout recipes, and get yourself a high quality |
| island getaway with tiki torches, leis and other | | | | gourmet picnic basket. |
| tropical touches. | | | | 9. Fun and Games at the Park - Get some friends |
| 3. Family BBQ - Fire up the grill and feed your | | | | and family together and organize a potato sack |
| kids, parents, siblings and cousins familiar family | | | | race, water balloon launch, watermelon eating |
| favorites such as barbecued chicken, hot dogs, | | | | contest and other great activities for kids of all |
| burgers, corn on the cob and macaroni salad. | | | | ages. |
| 4. Weekend Camping Trip - The nights are going | | | | 10. Family Outing - Take the day to strap the kids |
| to get chilly soon; sleep under the stars in the | | | | into the car and head to their favorite destination, |
| warm summertime air with friends and family. | | | | whether it's the zoo, a water park or the carnival. |
| Roast s'mores, tell stories around the campfire | | | | Their memories of childhood will be forever tied |
| and revel in the exhilaration of outdoor living. | | | | to these kinds of fun, kid-centered activities! |
| 5. End of Summer Scenic Drive - Take advantage | | | | No matter what you choose to do with your |
| of the last days of lush, green scenery before | | | | Labor Day weekend this year, spend it outdoors |
| the leaves start to fall. Bring a picnic basket full of | | | | with your loved ones! These kinds of activities |
| finger foods and a bottle of wine to make it a | | | | promote togetherness and a healthy lifestyle, and |
| romantic excursion. | | | | will create memories that will be treasured for a |
| 6. Local Parades and Festivals - Many towns have | | | | lifetime. |