Local Activities
Check your local newspaper or library to find out the local events that are taking place in your area. Many of these will be free or low cost and can be a fun way to spend the afternoon. These may include such events as art and craft shows, fairs, exhibitions, plays and local conventions. Your local community center should also have a long list of summertime activities that they sponsor. Check to see if any of these are of interest to you and your family and sign up for activities that will take you out of the house during the hot afternoon hours. You don't have to stay at home to beat the summer heat and by getting out, you not only save yourself some money, you can do it while enjoying activities you thought your budget might not be able to support.


