Fun Things to do in the Month of August

August is the last full month of summer (Autumn begins September 22nd), so it's time to kick it in full gear and ENJOY!  Here is a list of fun things to do this month.
1.  Go to a drive-in movie: fill a cooler with drinks and snacks, throw a couple of folding chairs and blankets in the trunk, and watch a movie under the stars;
2.  Get up a little earlier and enjoy coffee, tea or orange juice on the front porch;  
3.  Go on a picnic in the park: choose a new park you've never been to before, explore;
4.  Visit your local Zoo;
5.  Go white water rafting;
6.  Make a meal using veggies from your garden;
7.  Make S'mores and root beer floats;
8.  Go miniature golfing;
9.  Go to an amusement park;
10. Take a ride on a boat; and (every child's favorite NOT);
11. Get ready to go back to school.