It’s almost Labor Day Weekend, can you believe it?  Pretty soon, the leaves will begin to fall from the trees and we’ll all be preparing for a bustling holiday season. Didn’t have a chance to get away this season, don’t worry, we’ve come up with some great ways to escape, even if it’s only for a few minutes… 

How about:

·         Family Outing – Get the family in the car and head to the zoo, a water park or the carnival. There is nothing like a road trip for those fond family memories!

·         Take a camping trip, sleep under the stars with friends and family. Don’t forget to bring the s’mores, bottled water and plenty of bug spray. 

·         A beach picnic – fill your beach bag with sandwiches, chilled watermelon, plenty of beverages, sunscreen, towels and head over to the beach and relax in the summer sun.

·         Fire up that BBQ and invite the neighborhood.  Be sure to have plenty of sides for folks to dig into, not everyone goes for the burgers these days.  Corn on the cob, a fruit platter and macaroni salad are always good! 

·         Get all of your friends and loved ones together for a summer-themed affair in your backyard. To get the party started, choose a cocktail theme, maybe a Blue Hawaiian, and decorate your place as if it were an island getaway with leis, tiki torches, maybe even a sandbox for the kids and grown ups alike to play in. 

·         Check with your local Chambers of Commerce for Labor Day activities including concerts, parades and art exhibits. Find out what’s going on in your area.

Whatever you decide to do with your Labor Day weekend this year, spend it outdoors with family and friends.  After all, there’s no better way to enjoy the season.