Cherie Gough
Summer Fun after Dark There are few things more exciting to
children than staying up past bedtime. If your kids are begging for some night owl fun, we have nighttime family fun ideas that are sure to please. Read on to find the perfect way to wrap up summer break with the kids — summer fun after dark!
Fun at Home Making s’mores is a long-time summer tradition — and what better time to celebrate than on National S’mores Day (Aug. 10). No need to pitch a tent or find a coveted beach fire pit to make the popular treats (although that’s super fun, too!). On the website
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The Crafting Chicks, blogger Nikkala shares her clever ideas for creating a tabletop backyard s’mores station. All you need is a bucket or ceramic pot, some river rocks and a Sterno can (be sure to get one that is safe for roasting marshmallows!). For directions go to www.thecraftingchicks.com/tabletop-smores-diy. Nothing beats an old-fashioned slumber party to make summer memories. Keep guests focused on the moment (no cell phones) with crafts, charades, a movie and popcorn bar, and homemade pizza or cookies as a midnight snack.
Find more creative ways to make s’mores in our round-up: www.sandiegofamily.com/diningrecipes/21-ways-to-make-smores.
Just Add Lights Glow sticks, flashlights and twinkle lights add excitement to any nighttime activities. Gather neighbors and celebrate the end of summer with a glow-in-thedark bike ride. Have everyone bring glow sticks to decorate spokes and handlebars. Kids can wear glow-inthe-dark bracelets and necklaces (and reflective tape) so they are easily