About Home: Fun Ways to Enjoy the End of Summer

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Home From Diane Schmidt, your About Home Editor With only one month remaining before the kids are back at school, the leaves start to turn and the frost begins to work its magic you may feel like summer is over. But before you pack up the lawn furniture and get out the sweaters and mittens, take some time to check out these tips and suggestions from About's Home Guides on how to enjoy the last few weeks of summer. Take a Free Vacation Yes, free! While some of the options on this extensive list of free vacations may take a little time to plan, others are as simple as checking out the websites and finding out how to sign up. If you're not sure how to spend the last four weeks of summer, this list is for you. Search Related Topics:  frugal vacation planning  freebies  Host an Outdoor Movie Night We attended an outdoor movie at a local winery and had such a blast. There's nothing like getting a group together along with blankets and snacks to watch a favorite film under the stars. If you haven't ever done this, I highly recommend it. It's not as difficult as it might first seem and this guide will show you exactly what you need to do to host your very own movie night! Search Related Topics:  amplifiers  stereo receivers  video projection screens Take One Last Road Trip Road trips are the epitome of summer fun. But before you head out, make sure your car is ready for the trip by using this list of what to check before you pack your bags, grab a map and head out on the open road. Search Related Topics:  regular maintenance  roadside help  Go Camping and Take Your Pet With only a few weeks remaining of (hopefully) dry, warm weather, it's the perfect time to plan a last minute camping trip. And why not take your four-legged friend with you? This great article provides tips and suggestions for keeping your pet safe and happy while you both explore the great outdoors. Search Related Topics:  camping with pets  pet safety  traveling with pets Related Searches Outdoor Fun for Kids Fun Family Vacations Road Trip Fun Snacks Fun Water Park Featured Articles Don't Fall for Greenwashing Repair A Leaky Hose Before You Buy A Chandelier How to Properly Water Plants Avoid Common Nursery Accidents Tips for Baby Knitting   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement