Our Valley Santa Clarita August 2019 | Page 9

August is Family Fun Month As summer draws to a close and we get ready for Miniature golf is an excellent group activity. the first day of school (with an eye on the holidays Maybe even camp in your backyard? At least you right around the corner) we still have August to won’t be far from a bathroom. enjoy with our families and it’s also Family Fun Month with 31 beautiful days of warm summer During summer there are lots of free outdoor nights to have fun with our families. concerts or just go on a picnic. A day trip to a local farm or zoo would be ideal and fun for everybody. The kids can do a fashion show with their new school clothes. The family can create a runway with flashlights and some music. Ordering a pizza, having a family movie night or game night with other relatives, neighbors and friends would be a hoot! Have a battle of the families. The winners   get free ice cream which is great in summer. The origins of Family Fun Month are unclear, but   we never really need an excuse to spend more There are any number of activities a family can do time with our families. Sometimes it helps to have together. Many more than listed here. Use your a little reminder to slow down and enjoy one imagination, spend time together and have fun!! another’s company.  That’s what Family Fun Month Families are so important in our lives. Enjoy them in August is all about, it’s the perfect time for kids while you can.  and parents to spend some extra quality time together. Be creative and adventurist.   Dean Cheeseman 9