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100 Days of Summertime 2016 a daily dose of inspiration for family, food, and fun in the summertime

by Jennifer Tankersley

©2016 | All rights reserved. 100 Days of Summertime 2016 100DaysofSummertime.com

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100 Days of Summertime 2016

Contents Introduction

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How to Use This eBook

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Resources

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100 Days of Summertime Synopsis

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100 Days of Summertime May

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June

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July

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August

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About the Author

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Workbook

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Introduction Welcome to the Fifth edition of 100 Days of Summertime! There are three members of the 100 Days series of eBooks. They are written to take you through the busiest times of the year. Be sure to check out our other members of the 100 Days family of blogs and eBooks: 100 Days of a New Year and 100 Days to Christmas. As a kid, I loved summer. I counted down the days until school ended for the year. Summer meant spending the majority of my time in the place I loved most. . .home. It also meant playtime, friends, adventure, and lots of water.

Now that I’m a mom, I see that summer means much the same to

my three children. And while I still love the lazy days of summer, it is important to me, while my children are still young, that I take advantage of the precious few summers I have with them.

Summer is valuable family time, but it is also an excellent time for training. I want to teach my children life skills, responsibility, and self-fulfillment. I don’t want to see their education come to a complete halt over the summer. My goal is to encourage my children to continue to learn through play, books, and experiences. However, there’s a lot of competition for attention when children are at home: video games, computers, cell phones, television and movies. It sometimes feels like I am fighting a battle between screen activity, boredom, and “mandatory fun”.

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How to Use this Book The 100 Days of Summertime 2016 eBook is designed for daily inspiration and guidance from about Memorial Day to Labor Day. Each page lists the date and a motivational task, activity, or event.

Most days also include

additional resources listed at the bottom of the page including one or more of the following links: a list from ListPlanIt.com, a photo board on Pinterest, a link to further discussion on the official 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page, or other resources that may be helpful during your summertime journey.

When an asterisk (*) is present, you’ll find a link to a list that can be created and managed as a ListPlanIt member. Not yet a member? Find out how you can get 25% off an Annual Membership! The asterisk also indicates a downloadable PDF is available in the companion workbook, which includes 38 lists and planning pages that can be typed into with your own details. Save the workbook for future years as a record of your goals and progress.

Be sure to head on over to the official 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and “Like” it to join our community!

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Resources From ListPlanIt.com 10

Cookout Planner

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Camping List

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May

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Emergency Evacuation

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June

Inventory

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July

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Letterboxing Checklist

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August

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Roadtrip Itinerary

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Daily Routine

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Preparing for Overnight Guests

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End of School Timeline

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My 21 Meals

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Graduation Day Timeline

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Shopping Locally

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Party Planner

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Potluck Planner

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Weekly Responsibility List

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School Shopping Supply List

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Summer Camp Checklist

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Clothing Inventory

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Hometown Tourist

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School Lunch Planner

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Travel Budget Worksheet

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Morning Routine

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Itinerary Overview

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Afterschool Routine

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Packing List

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Evening Routine

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Vacation Journal

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Daytime Routine

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Father’s Day Planner

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Yard Sale Planner

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Rainy Day Activities

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Fall Project List

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Summertime To Do List

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To Do List

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Independence Day Planner

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TWO MONTHS AT A GLANCE

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100 Days Begins!

Memorial Day

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Summer Routine

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7 Summer Chores

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Summer Camp at Home

Travel Budget

Father's Day

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15 Flag Day

Father's Day Preparation

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Summer Camp

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Summertime To Do List

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Camp Packing List

Wedding Gift Inspiration

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Father's Day Gifts/Crafts

Summertime Safety

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Independence Day Planning

Independence Day Menu

Independence Day Supplies

Emergency Preparedness

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Graduation Preparation

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Hometown Tourist

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Canada Day

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Independence Day

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Pick your Own

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Summertime Foods

National Ice Cream Day

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Roadtrip Activities

Local Grocery List

Water Fun

Rainy Day Fun

Chocolate Day

Join a CSA

Bastille Day

Outdoor Entertaining

Preparing for Guests

Organize a Potluck

Reunion

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Summertime Drinks

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Olympics at Home

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Summertime Service

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Summertime Skincare

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Blockbuster

Roadtrip Itinerary

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Tour de France

Visit a Ball Park

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Summertime Salads

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Host a Block Party

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Old Fashioned Summertime

Summertime Check-In

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National Sisters Day

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Preserve Summer

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Get Ready for School

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Summertime Reading

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To Do List Review

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National Watermelon Day

10 School Routines

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Summer Scrapbook

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Stargaze

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Afterschool Activities

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Visit a Historic Site or Museum

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School Supply List

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6 Summer Olympics Begins

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Gather Unused items

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Sort, Price, Advertise

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Summer Home

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School Wardrobe

National Garage Sale Day

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Outdoor Event

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Car Wash

Pamper Yourself

Lemonade Stand

September To Dos

Labor Day Planning

Agricultural Fair

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End of Summertime

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Sunday, May 29

100 Days of Summertime Begins! Welcome to “100 Days of Summertime” where you’ll find inspiration for the summer of 2016!

This eBook is designed as a journey from the unofficial beginning to the unofficial ending of summer, which occurs around Memorial Day and Labor Day respectively. It includes tips, activities, and reminders for the end of school and graduation, summer holidays, summer foods, summer travel, summer frolic, and even back to school.

We hope you’ll find guidance and inspiration in 100 Days of Summertime. Are you ready to get started?

Our first Summertime Strategy goal is to create a summer planner. If you prefer a three-ring binder (click the image to the left to order one), then you will need a three-hole punch, 5 to 8 tabbed dividers (preferably with pockets), and possibly a zipper pocket to hold pens and odds-and-ends. If you prefer a more digital approach, try a folder on your computer, a Pinterest board, Evernote, etc.

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A summer planner is a great place to keep all of your activities, recipes, schedules, ideas, and lists. It will become your “summer central” over the next 100 days.

ListPlanIt.com has hundreds of lists, both mobile and printable, to help you organize your life and put your world in order including everything you need to make the most of summertime! Whether you are planning for a birthday or summer holiday, summer meal planning, summer travel, or just need some extra motivation during the lazy days of summer, ListPlanIt has what you need. Visit here to find out more and to get a special 100 Days discount.

List of Steps to Creating your Summer Central Binder List of Things to Add Now to Your Summer Planner Be a part of our community at our 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page! Visit often and let us know your thoughts. Keep us informed of your summer ideas. We’d love to hear from you!

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Monday, May 30

Happy Memorial Day! First unofficial day of summertime! Memorial Day is typically a day to remember those who have died in service to our country, but many people take this day to remember their loved ones by visiting cemeteries.

If you have the day off from work or school, be sure to catch a local parade. You may want to pack up your beach or pool gear before you leave the house so you can head to the water. Finish the day with a cookout with family and friends. ListPlanIt’s Cookout Planner* will help you decide on the supplies that you need and plan your menu.

Lists for Memorial Day Planning List of Favorite Cookout Foods for Memorial Day Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about your Memorial Day plans.

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Tuesday, May 31

A Look at the Summer Ahead In order to make things as simple as possible, it is important to have a realistic idea of your goals for the summertime and set a timeline for which to accomplish them. Planning ahead is key.

One way to do this is by completing today’s Summertime Strategy. You will first need a calendar. You can use your own whether it is Google calendar, a kitchen calendar, or calendar pages. Help yourself to the following from ListPlanIt.com for May*, June*, July*, and August*. Three-hole punch each page and place them in the front of your summer planner. There are several holidays and special occasions between now and the end of summer. Be sure to mark them on your calendar pages. Here at 100 Days of Summertime, we will be figuring these days and more into our planning. May 30 (Monday) – Memorial Day (U.S.) June 19 (Sunday) – Father’s Day June 20 (Monday) – First Day of Summer (Summer Solstice) July 1 (Friday) – Canada Day July 4 (Monday) – U.S. Independence Day September 5 (Monday) – Labor Day

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Wednesday, June 1

Summertime Goes Better with a Routine Whether or not your children are out of school, it is time to consider your summertime routine. If you work in or out of the home, your routine may look similar to the schoolyear. If you are a stayat-home parent, you may want to provide some consistency and structure to your day.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to consider your daily routine. What time will you and/or your children typically wake up? What are their responsibilities? What are the expectations in regard to watching TV or playing video games? Do your children take naps? When is bedtime?

Work out a typical Daily Routine* and post it in a visible location for all to see. If snacktime is not until 10 a.m., then be sure to include it. If there is no TV or video games until after lunch, then be sure to note that.

List of Tips for Work at Home Parents in the Summertime Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know how your summertime routine is shaping up.

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Thursday, June 2

End of the School Year Another school year has come to an end.

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just seem to fly, don’t they? There are graduations to attend, teachers to thank, and memories to record.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to plan out the last few days of school using ListPlanIt’s End of School Timeline*. Be sure to include any parties, special events, field trips, last-minute tasks, and anything else that might be going on during this very busy time of the year.

Planning for End of Schoolyear Tasks, Activities, & Events List of Year-End Considerations for your Child's Teacher Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what end-of-school events you are planning for.

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Friday, June 3

Graduation Preparation Graduation day is a milestone, whether it is from Kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, or college. There is often a lot to plan in celebration of this achievement.

Today's Summertime Strategy is to think about any graduations that might still be looming. If your child is graduating, there may be lastminute party plans to confirm. Make a plan for the inevitably full and busy day with a Graduation Day Timeline*. If you are attending a graduation for someone special in your life, you may want to consider what you are wearing and what gift you plan to give to the graduate. Lists to Make Graduation Day a Success Planning Inspiration for a Memorable Graduation Day Check out ListPlanIt’s Graduation Board on Pinterest for some graduation inspiration! Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us who’s graduating at your house. Tag them in your post and give them a special shoutout!

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Saturday, June 4

End of School/Beginning of Summer Party It’s time to celebrate! The school year is over (or almost), and summertime is just beginning. Both are pretty good reasons to host a party.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to consider a date and time to host some friends. Make it a casual, backyard affair. Plan a menu, think about some simple decorations, and then let your friends know by sending an email or a handwritten invitation.

Declare it a holiday and use ListPlanIt’s Party Planner* to work out the basic details of a fun get-together.

List of Beginning of Summer Party Ideas Are you planning a summer bash? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about it!

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Sunday, June 5

Commencement Congratulations to all those of you who are graduating or have someone close to you that is graduating. It is quite an achievement and is something to be proud of.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to celebrate a successful closing of a chapter. Take lots of pictures. Hug. Shed a tear or two. Remember. Tomorrow, a new chapter begins. List of Gift Ideas for the Graduate Steps to Help you Prepare for Graduation Day

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Monday, June 6

Responsibilities for Everyone Summertime is a great time to teach some life skills. During the school year, there is a long day of school, homework, and extracurricular activities. Fitting in time to teach children how to take care of themselves in the long run is difficult.

Today's Summertime Strategy is to think about your goals for your children. Does it involve living on their own as adults? What about equally sharing the responsibilities of their own household someday? Adults-in-Training need practice now to become successful adults. Assign responsibilities and daily or weekly goals using ListPlanIt’s Weekly Responsibility List*.

Summer Chore List Ideas for Kids List of Ways for Children to Earn Summer Privileges List of Life Skills that Children Should Begin Learning Now What summertime chores are in store for your team (family members)? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us.

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Tuesday, June 7

Summer Camp at Home Summer camp can be a great experience for children, but whether a child is nervous about being away from home or the cost of summer camp is too high, you can still get a lot of the same benefits when you plan a summer camp at home.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to create a summer camp experience at home. You can go as far as giving each week of the summer a theme and searching out activities to emphasize that theme. Or choose one week of the summer and really plan it out. Your own summer camp can be as involved as you choose to make it. Use crafts, songs, field trips, snacks, and whatever else might be of interest to your family.

List of Ways to Create a Summer Camp Experience at Home We want to hear from you! Let us know at 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page about your ideas for a summer camp at home.

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Wednesday, June 8

Summer Camp Preparation For those of you whose children are leaving the nest by day and/or by night to experience a summer camp filled with nature or drama or sports or a special skill, it is time to begin thinking about how to prepare now so the transition is as smooth as possible.

The Summertime Strategy is to dig out your summer camp information sheet. Make note of important contact information, add dates to your calendar, pay the balance, make a list of the supplies that your child will need, and do anything else that might make this experience the very best one. Use ListPlanIt’s Summer Camp Checklist* as a guide.

List of Things to Know when Choosing (or Preparing for) a Summer Camp Check out ListPlanIt’s Summer Camp Board on Pinterest for some great tips on preparing for summer camp inspiration! Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and share with us your summer camp preparation tips.

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Thursday, June 9

Stocking up for Summer Camp

Like any trip or vacation, there are a certain number of things that are needed for comfort and safety when a child attends a summer camp. The sooner you begin to collect the items needed or required, the more ready you’ll feel when the day comes to drop your child off at camp.

A little running around is in order for today’s Summertime Strategy. You have your checklist of things needed, now begin to collect what you can find from your home first. Then head out to the store to finish stocking up.

List of Supplies Needed for a Typical Camp Experience Summer Camp Checklist Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know what items have been invaluable in your summer camp experience.

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Friday, June 10

Wedding Gift Inspiration ‘Tis the season of the June Bride. You may know of someone getting married this month, next month, or sometime in the near future. Consider this your timely reminder.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to plan ahead by considering who is getting married this summer, consulting their registries online or in the store, and purchasing a gift that is both in your budget and according to your style and personality.

Unique Wedding or Wedding Shower Gift Ideas ListPlanIt’s Wedding Inspiration Board on Pinterest offers some terrific ideas for anyone getting married or attending a wedding this summer. Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us the best wedding gift you’ve ever given or received.

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Saturday, June 11

First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage You may have received a pretty invitation to the nuptials of a family member or dear friend. Saturday is the most common day for weddings and also a good day to plan your attendance. Today’s Summertime Strategy may not be as intense as the bride’s, but even attending a wedding can create a need for a solid plan. Hopefully, you have a gift or an idea for a gift already. Next, you’ll need to choose attire based on the locale of the wedding and the time of day. Do you need childcare? Are there expectations on you to perform a duty? What can you do to contribute to the occasion today?

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Sunday, June 12

Life’s a Picnic A picnic can be a necessary part of a busy summer day (e.g. lunch at the beach) or it can be an pleasurable event in its own right. Either way, food eaten outdoors always tastes best. It can be as simple or as gourmet as portability and circumstances allow.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to pack a picnic. Gather up everything you need to make yourself comfortable in the park or on a beach or even in the back of your pickup truck. Pack a variety of different foods that don’t necessarily need utensils to eat them. Don’t forget to bring something to drink. Don’t have a picnic basket? Simply use a tote bag or a backpack to carry the food.

Picnic Checklist List of Items to Bring on a Picnic Do you love a good picnic? Tell us your best tips for a perfect picnic at our 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Monday, June 13

Review your Travel Budget If you are planning to travel this summer, then you have likely already begun your planning. You’ve been saving up your money in the hopes of maximizing your fun. Even if you don’t plan to leave the area, you may still want to budget some money for some local fun.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to take a closer look at your travel budget. Does it include items such as flights, ground transportation, accommodations, entertainment, and food?

Check out ListPlanIt’s Travel Budget Worksheet* to workout your travel expenses before you set sail on your trip.

Prepare Yourself Financially for Travel List of Ways to Save Money on your Family Vacation Are you traveling far or near this summer? Let us know at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Tuesday, June 14

I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag A national flag is a symbol of pride and unity. Today is a day when we recognize the importance of our flag, created in Philadelphia 239 years ago by a crafty, design-forward woman named Betsy Ross. Today’s Summertime Strategy is to pull out your American flag and hang it proudly. Prepare to wear your red, white, and blue. Give your kids (and yourself) a review of the Pledge of Allegiance.

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Wednesday, June 15

Planning for Dad’s Day Father’s Day is at the end of this week (Sunday, June 19). Don’t wait until the last minute to consider how to make his day special.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to create your plan for Dad’s Day. Consider all of the dads you may have in your life: your Grandpas, your Dad, your Stepdad, the father of your children, the father of your grandchildren. Think of ways to make him feel like the King of the World. If you exchange gifts on holidays, what gift (tangible or intangible) would make him feel loved and appreciated? Would Dad like some alone time or some quality time with the family doing something he loves? Work out a plan for Dad’s Day with this Father’s Day Planner*.

List of Things Dads Want for Father’s Day ListPlanIt’s Father’s Day Board on Pinterest has plenty of inspirational ideas for handmade gifts and activities for Father’s Day. Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about some of your best, past Father’s Day plans.

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Thursday, June 16

Made with Love Nothing says gratitude and affection like a token made by hand (especially little hands). The Summertime Strategy for today is to find some time when Dad is not around to gather the rest of the family at the table, get out your paper supplies and colorful markers, doo dads and glue gun, and make something that shows Dad how much he is loved. List of Handmade Gifts for Dad on Father’s Day

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Friday, June 17

Tweak your Itinerary So you may have the general outline of your trip complete, but how about the details? Will you spend one day or two at the amusement park? What day will you fit in a visit to Aunt Mildred? What are the hours of operation to the museum? The more time you spend planning your itinerary now, the less time you’ll waste during precious time with family and friends. The Summertime Strategy for today is to add as many details to your travel itinerary as you can. Make reservations when possible. Buy tickets online. Do whatever you can to alleviate unknowns while traveling.

Help yourself to ListPlanIt’s Itinerary Overview*. Fill in each day with as many details as you can.

List of Considerations when Planning your Travel Itinerary Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your favorite tip for planning ahead for summer travel.

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Saturday, June 18

Be a Hometown Tourist Summer is about adventure. And while it is not always possible to go far from home (time, money, and circumstances sometimes don’t permit), there are probably plenty of things that you have yet to see in your own neck of the woods.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to consider things that you’ve been putting off seeing or doing for years because you always thought you’d get around to them eventually. Now is the time. Maybe there is something near you that has always seemed too touristy. There may be a reason that the tourists flock to it. It could be a ton of fun! So think of ways to be a tourist in your own hometown this summer. Note the location, the hours, and any other pertinent information on ListPlanIt’s Hometown Tourist* worksheet.

List of Places/Events to Check Out in your Own Hometown What special places do you have nearby you? Brag about how fun your hometown is at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Sunday, June 19

Happy Father’s Day! Dad. He is his little girl’s first love and superhero to his little boy. No matter if you are one or 100, your Dad is a tower of strength and a beacon of wisdom.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to let the Dad(s) in your life (your Dad, the man who stepped in and loved you as his own, or the father or your children) know how much they are loved. Shower them with your gratitude. Give them a day to remember.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what makes the Dad(s) in your life so special.

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Monday, June 20

Summer Solstice Tomorrow is the official first day of summer! It is also the longest day of the year. After tomorrow, the days will start to shorten. Celebrate our sun!

The Summertime Strategy for today is to enjoy the long rays of sunlight. Host a party in your backyard or throw a blanket on the grass and stay up to watch the fireflies come out in the twilight.

List of Things to Do the First Day of Summer

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us how you plan to commemorate the first day of summer.

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Tuesday, June 21

Summer To Do List Now that summer is in full swing, you will likely hear those words that have clanged against the ear drum of many a parent. . .”I’m bored”. Head off the summer doldrums by creating a summer to do list with your children. Put it in plain view to remind them of all of the options they have as a kid in the summertime. The Summertime Strategy for today is to brainstorm a list of activities that can be done independently. You might also want to include another column of activities that can be done together. Include activities from some or all of the following categories: cooking, reading, writing, arts/crafts, games, sports, outdoor fun, places to visit, and more.

ListPlanIt‘s Summertime To Do List* is a great place to brainstorm.

List of Activities to Include on your Family's Summer To Do List Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about some of your favorite activities on your summer to do list.

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Wednesday, June 22

Packing for Summer Travel While kids are on vacation from school, many families enjoy traveling during the summer. It may be a big trip involving flights or long drives, or it could be just a few hours away. Either way, there is certainly plenty to think about as you near your travel dates. The Summertime Strategy for today is to consider what you’ll need to take with you on your trip. Sit down and list all essentials, documents, and comfort items. Be practical. Will there be laundry facilities nearby? Will you be near a store to purchase items that are too heavy or bulky to carry with you? Do you really need 8 pairs of shoes?

ListPlanIt’s Packing List* can guide you in packing what you need most. Members to ListPlanIt.com will find everything they need to plan a perfect vacation in Travel Planning.

List of Steps to Packing a Suitcase for Travel Where is summer vacation taking you? Will you be traveling near or far? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what travel plans you have in store.

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Thursday, June 23

Summertime Safety Summer is notoriously a time when children have more independence and less structure. It is a time when the sun beats down on bare skin, bugs and poisonous plants are out in force, and young adventurers seek summer thrills. Summer is also a time when Mother Nature shows her power. Hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods have residents watching the weather channel for advanced warning.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to consider your family’s safety needs. Are you stocked up on sunscreen, bug spray, and calamine lotion? Do you have a plan if a natural disaster were to strike your area? Are your valuables and documents organized and safe from harm? Do what you can today to make disasters less disastrous.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what you’ve done to prepare for summer safety.

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Friday, June 24

Great American Backyard Campout Camping is a fun and inexpensive way to vacation as a family. Every year on this weekend, the National Wildlife Foundation hosts the Great American Backyard Campout and encourages families to get back to nature, even if it is just pitching a tent in their own backyard. The Summertime Strategy for today is to inventory your camping supplies. Check the status of your tent or camper. Locate your sleeping bags. And round up as much camping gear as your comfort level demands.

ListPlanIt’s Camping List* is a great way to get started. Find the things you need from the list and check them off.

List of Things I was Glad I Brought on our Camping Trip

Do you camp with your family? Where are your favorite camping spots? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Saturday, June 25

Halfway to Christmas Today is exactly 6 months to Christmas! While that may sound like a long time from now, it will be here before you know it. Can you believe that it has already been 6 months since last Christmas? Time flies when you’re having fun!

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to plant a seed for the holiday season and to do what you can now before the rush of the holiday season is here. Examine your budget. Take a family photo for your holiday cards while you are tanned and on vacation. Keep an eye out for sales on things you think might make great presents or stocking stuffers.

Before 100 Days of Summertime, there was 100 Days to Christmas. Be sure to “Like” 100 Days to Christmas’ Facebook page and be among the first to be informed about upcoming releases and news. List of Ways to Prepare for Christmas in July

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us when you start planning for Christmas.

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Sunday, June 26

Fire Up the Grill With Father’s Day fast approaching, you may be wondering what to cook. Give Dad the night off from the grill, reach for the utensils, and cook up some delicious food in the outdoors.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to consider your Father’s Day menu. Give the same old burgers a rest and try something new. Ask Dad what his favorites are. Just about anything can be grilled today. The sky’s the limit. Make sure the grill has plenty of propane or charcoal and is ready to be fired up on Sunday. If you’re not the primary griller in the family, take some time now to get some pointers.

List of Delicious Recipes for the Grill What are your favorites from the grill? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Monday, June 27

Summer Holiday Approaching! Canada’s big summer holiday is just a few days away, while America’s Independence Day is three days after that. Both holidays mean cookouts, family and friends, and fun in the sun.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to start thinking about your role in this holiday. Are you attending any celebratory events? Will you be hosting a get-together? Will you be celebrating at someone else’s house? What is your contribution to the meal? Do you have all of the supplies you need to celebrate properly (fireworks? picnic food and drinks? ice/rock salt for the ice cream maker?)? Take this opportunity to prepare yourself for this summer festivity with Independence Day Planner*.

List of To Dos for your Fourth of July See ListPlanIt’s 4th of July Board on Pinterest for some patriotic ideas. Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know what plans you’re making for your summer holiday.

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Tuesday, June 28

Summer Holiday Menu So you’ve got a plan for the upcoming summer holiday. It’s time to consider the menu. Of course, your menu will depend on where you will be celebrating, if you will be preparing food at home or somewhere else, and possibly, what is the safest way for your food to “travel”.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to round up your favorite summer recipes and create your menu for the big day. Include all dishes, drinks, and desserts. Next, list all of the ingredients you need in order to make your menu a success. By keeping track of what you prepare and how that recipe was received, you’ll be able to make each holiday in the future that much easier.

List of Red, White, and Blue Foods to Serve on the 4th of July What’s on your summer holiday menu? Do you prefer the old standbys such as hamburgers or hot dogs? Or do you like to shake things up? Let us know on 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Wednesday, June 29

Holiday Grocery & Supply Shopping You’ve considered the supplies you need for the upcoming summer holiday (check!). You’ve got your menu (check!). You’ve listed the ingredients necessary (check!). Now it is time to shop from your list before the shelves are empty.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to build in some time in your day to hit the grocery store, discount store, and/or fireworks stand for your summer holiday needs. The closer it gets to the holiday, the greater your chances of having to run around town in order to search for items that are quickly disappearing from stores. Consider breakfast, lunch, dinner, picnic possibilities, cookout constituents (propane, charcoal, matches, etc.), and outdoor obligations (bug spray, sunscreen, sunglasses, umbrella, etc.).

What’s on your list? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us. Maybe you’ll find something you’ve been forgetting.

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Thursday, June 30

Prepare Now for Summer Emergencies In the midst of holiday fun, it is especially important to be ready for emergencies. Not only are there safety concerns that go along with fireworks and bodies of water, but warm weather also brings the season for natural disasters. Whether you live in a place that experiences a high chance for hurricanes, tornadoes, wild fires, or earthquakes, the more prepared you are the less anxiety you feel when disaster strikes.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to consider your family’s safety concerns. Factor in your family’s level of activity during the summer and your area’s weather and climate challenges. Use ListPlanIt’s Emergency Evacuation Inventory* as a starting place to create a list of items that is easily found at a moment’s notice and quick to grab in the event of an emergency.

Emergency Evacuation Inventory List of Items to Gather in Case of an Emergency Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what are the top 5 things you need in order to be ready for anything.

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Friday, July 1

Oh, Canada Day Canadians all over the world will be celebrating this day as the birthday of Canada with cookouts, parades, outdoor concerts, and more. The Summertime Strategy for today depends on where you call home. If you are Canadian, enjoy your patriotic holiday! If you are from the U.S., there are just 3 days until you will be celebrating in a similar fashion. So go. . .prepare. If you are from another part of the world, you may be preparing for your country’s Independence Day or Obon Festival or Bastille Day. Canadians, tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page about your Canada Day plans.

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Saturday, July 2

Tour de France Begins Beginning tomorrow and running all the way through July 26, the Tour de France is an excellent example of will-power, strength, and vision. You and your family can enjoy charting the progress of the contestants in the race and the 3,479 kilometer course that runs through towns, countryside, and mountains of France.

For more

information visit the website of the Tour de France.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to concentrate on making sure that everyone in your family is getting out for some daily exercise. Challenge your family to record their activity during the Tour de France. Make your own course and offer incentives for passing certain milestones. Finally, plan a celebration on July 27 as the first of the cyclists passes the finish line.

Are you planning to watch the Tour de France? What physical activities does your family like to participate in during the summertime? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know.

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Sunday, July 3

Life’s a Beach Is there anything that says summertime more than the beach? By now, you’ve probably stocked up on sunscreen, found a bathing suit that fits, and dug out all of your beach toys and equipment. It is time to put them all to good use.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is pack up your suits and towels, sandwiches and lemonade, chairs and a book, and find some water. If you live near a lake or the ocean, then hit the beach. If cement and chlorine are more your thing, then round up the family and get settled before it gets too crowded. Enjoy the day. Don’t forget to protect skin from too much exposure

List of Items to Pack for a Trip to the Beach or Pool

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your family’s favorite beach or swimming hole.

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Monday, July 4

Happy Independence Day! On July 4, 1776, the members of the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. Though this led to years of war with Great Britain, it is still the day that the United States celebrates its birthday.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to enjoy the day! See a parade, watch a baseball game, eat food outdoors, and view the fireworks show after dark.

Tell us your favorite part of the Fourth of July at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Tuesday, July 5

Hit the Road, Jack A roadtrip is the ultimate adventure! Taking to the open road, with nothing but your loved ones, a few staples, and a map (or GPS). Roadtrips can be as planned or as spontaneous as you want them to be. While some might like to see where the road takes them, others might like to plan stops along the way to interesting sites.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to give some shape to your family’s roadtrip plans this summer. Unless you have all the time and patience in the world, a basic plan is ideal for accomplishing what needs to be accomplished in the amount of time that it deserves. Use ListPlanIt’s Roadtrip Itinerary* as a place to work out the bones of your adventure.

List of Steps to Planning for a Family Roadtrip List of Items to Include when Packing for Children Are you taking a roadtrip this summer? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us where you’re going and what you plan to see along the way.

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Wednesday, July 6

Travel Fun Anytime you plan to lock yourself into a small space with children for hours at a time, you run the risk of meltdowns and breakdowns from children and adults alike. It is best to spend some time before your departure date thinking about ways to keep everyone engaged and entertained.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to begin to collect ideas and items that will be useful to your family’s comfort and attention span while traveling, whether by train, plane, or automobile. Collect new books from the library just before you leave. Don’t forget some audiobooks. These are a great way to pass time in the car. Go to the dollar store and pick up notebooks, coloring/activity books, markers, crayons, and any other diversions that might look helpful. Stash away some portable games or toys, such as cards or paper dolls. Some effort before your trip can really save your sanity while traveling.

List of Favorite Car/Airplane Activities for Kids Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your best tips for traveling with children.

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Thursday, July 7

Celebrate Chocolate Day In 1550, cocoa was introduced to Europe, and humanity has never been the same. Can you imagine what life would be like without chocolate? Let’s not. It’s too horrible to consider. How do I love thee, Chocolate? Let me count the ways. . .

The Summertime Strategy for today is dream up as many ways to involve chocolate into your day without putting anyone into a sugar coma. There’s chocolate cake, muffins, chocolate chip pancakes, cookies, pie, candy, chips, brownies, ice cream, cocoa, and more.

List of Ways to Celebrate Chocolate Day Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us how you plan to celebrate Chocolate Day. Give us all the chocolatey details!

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Friday, July 8

A Full House The summer is a time when many people can expect company at some point. Family from far away and old-time friends may want to see you and the sights of your area. This can be a wonderful chance to catch up and enjoy your company, but it can also be a busy time. There may be some sprucing, shuffling, and scrambling that occur in the final days before your company arrives.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to create a Preparing for Overnight Guests* list of all the things that you would like to do before your guests arrive. Cleaning windows does not have to wait until the last minute, so try to do that as early as you can. Whereas, things like changing the bed sheets (if your guests are sleeping in a normally-occupied room) should be a last-minute task.

List of Ways to Prepare your House for Company Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your favorite tips for preparing your home for guests.

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Saturday, July 9

Reunited, and It Feels So Good Reunions are a great chance to see family and friends that you haven’t seen in a while. There is something distinctly human about the desire to stay connected with people even after you’ve lost day-to-day contact. Reunions are a great opportunity to catch up. The Summertime Strategy for today is to prepare yourself, body and soul, for any upcoming reunions you might have this summer. It is fun to see how people have changed over the years, but that means they’ll see the changes you’ve been through as well. Don’t let it worry you, though. With the years, come experience and wisdom. They’re likely to be impressed with the more confident and knowledgeable you. Are you planning an upcoming reunion? ListPlanIt.com has lots of reunion planning pages available to members in Holidays & Occasions. List of Things to Consider when Planning a Reunion Do you have a reunion coming up this summer? Tell us about it at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Sunday, July 10

Pick Your Own One of my favorite things about summer is picking my own delicious fruits and vegetables. I take my children to pick strawberries in June, raspberries in early July, blueberries in late July, blackberries in August, and apples and pumpkins in September. We always pick as much as we can and then we have a week of pies, cobblers, crisps, pancakes, muffins, sauces, jams, and anything else that we can think of with that particular fruit. Before it gets too ripe, I wash the fruit, spread them out on cookie sheets, freeze them for an hour, and then pour them into a freezable container. Then you can scoop out what you need to throw on some oatmeal or make smoothies.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to find a place where you can pick your own fruit or vegetables. Make it a family affair. Many children grown up not knowing where their food really comes from (the dirt!). It’s a fun activity that has some pretty tasty benefits.

What pick-your-own fruits and vegetables are available in your area? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Monday, July 11

Summertime Food Summertime food brings certain things to mind: fresh, colorful, flavorful, and light. You may find that with the higher temperatures outside, you are loathe to raise the temperatures inside with a hot oven. Dishes that can be prepared outdoors, on the stovetop, or in the crockpot are the way to go in the summertime. Today’s Summertime Strategy is to create an inventory of twenty-one of your family’s go-to summertime meals. These are your tried-and-true family favorites. Keep this list handy (tape it to the inside of a cabinet or hang it on the refrigerator or put it in the front of your Recipes binder). You’ll be amazed at how much less stressful dinnertime can be when you have an easy list of seasonal meals. Help yourself to ListPlanIt’s My 21 Meals* to list your favorites. Don’t forget to note where you keep the recipe to avoid wasting time in a search. List of Favorite Summer Meals What are your favorite things to prepare in the summertime? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know what meals made it on your 21 Meals list.

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Tuesday, July 12

Make a Local Grocery List Food tastes best when it is fresh. Food is freshest when it is eaten closest to the time that it is picked or prepared. Food that makes its way halfway around the world before it winds up in your local grocery store is neither fresh nor flavorful.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to consider what grows near you. Do you have a local produce stand nearby? What are the days/hours of the farmer’s market in your area? Do you have any local meat/dairy producers?

Create a Shopping Locally* list to keep track of where and when to buy the best foods in your region.

List of Ways You Can Make a Difference by Buying Local Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell about your favorite local places to buy what you need for your family.

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Wednesday, July 13

Community Supported Agriculture Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a concept that has grown throughout the past years. It is basically a person or family who is dedicated to growing food and sharing it with members of the community. A consumer would buy a share of the food ahead of time and then would get a portion of the bounty as it comes available. It cuts out the middleman (the grocery store or market) and provides shareholders with ultra-fresh food, straight from the farm. The CSA that our family has a share in has a pick-up every Tuesday (or Friday). We get a specified weight of whatever is in season that week, including new and old favorites.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to research CSAs in your area. Some of them are only equipped to sell from the farm, but others deliver to farmer’s markets and places that may have more convenient pickups. Many CSAs also have meat shares, holiday shares, and winter shares, as well.

List of Reasons to Purchase a Share at a Local CSA Do you have a share in a CSA? What are some of your favorite things about it? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us.

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Thursday, July 14

Joyeux Le Quatorze Juillet Happy Bastille Day! Today marks the anniversary of the day in 1789 when the people of France stormed the Bastille prison and sparked the French Revolution.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to make the most of this day whether you live in France, are of French-ancestry, have ever visited France, or just need another reason to celebrate. Viva la France!

List of Ways to Celebrate France's Bastille Day Check out this Celebrate French Bastille Day Board Pinterest for some inspiration! Have you ever celebrated Bastille Day? What are some of your favorite Bastille Day traditions? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Friday, July 15

Thirsty for Summertime You can’t beat the color and variety of summer food, unless you consider summer beverages. There is nothing more satisfying on a hot day then a cool, delicious drink.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to think about your favorite summer drinks. Consider adding some fruit to them for a tastier, more nutritious version. Here are a few family-friendly beverage ideas to whip up and store in the refrigerator for picnics or dinners out on the deck. • Easy Peach Tea from Passion for Savings • Watermelon Ice from Taste and Tell • Sparkling Honey Limeade from Cooking Classy • Ginger Lemonade from Port and Fin • Ocean Water from Fake Ginger Check out ListPlanIt’s Summer Food & Drink Board on Pinterest for some tastes of summer! What is your favorite summer drink? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us.

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Saturday, July 16

Take Me Out to the Ball Park Summer and baseball seem to go together in the U.S. Whether it is visiting the ball fields of your own hometown on a summer evening, an outing to the Big Leagues, or watching the game on your TV at home, baseball is part of the American tradition.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to indulge. Treat yourself to some free time away from responsibilities at work or home to catch a game. Be sure to include family &/or friends. Cheering for the home team can be a true bonding experience. Who do you root for?

Tailgating Checklist

Give a shout out to your home team at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Sunday, July 17

National Ice Cream Day It’s official. We are now halfway through summer! Strawberry, butter pecan, rocky road, pistachio, cookies & cream, mint chocolate chip. . .so many reasons to celebrate today!

The Summertime Strategy for today is to find some time to dish up some cold, creamy goodness. Whether it is at a local creamery, a favorite ice cream establishment, or from your own freezer or ice cream maker, celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a dish of your favorite flavor.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your favorite flavor and brand of ice cream.

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Monday, July 18

Like a Duck to Water One of the best ways to cool off in the summertime is to submerge yourself in water. There are so many ways to get wet and it is fun to try as many of these ways as possible during the summer months, but particularly in the hottest month, July.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to commit to getting wet today. Start out simple and put on the sprinkler in the yard. No need to go far or have to worry about packing a change of clothes. Consider a water gun or water balloon war for an extra challenge. There is always the pool or the beach. A waterpark may be more expensive, but it provides a full day of wet and wild fun. If it is raining, go jump in some puddles.

How will you enjoy the water today? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Tuesday, July 19

Rainy Day Fun Whether or not it is actually raining today, you know that the rain will come at some point during the summer. Don’t be caught unprepared for the rainy-day-blues.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to make a list of rainy day activities, supplies needed, and instructions for self-guided play. Some activity ideas to include are card and board games, arts & crafts, books, indoor games, construction (building toys, cardboard boxes, blankets and chairs for fort-building), and kitchen play (cooking for kids, science experiments, play doh). Brainstorm with our Rainy Day Activities* worksheet.

List of Fun Rainy Day Activities

Check out ListPlanIt’s Rainy Day Fun Board on Pinterest for some great ideas for having fun indoors! Tell us your favorite rainy day activities at our 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Wednesday, July 20

Outdoor Entertaining Hosting a summer get-together at your house can be a daunting experience. There are so many details to prepare that you might decide it is not worth it. However, if you choose to host a gathering of friends, you’ll have so much fun that you’ll probably wonder why you don’t do it more often. The Summertime Strategy for today is to take the stress out of entertaining by creating a well-developed plan. It doesn’t have to be fancy or complicated for people to enjoy one another’s company, especially in the summertime. You don’t even have to prepare everything yourself. If you are willing to host the gathering, there will be plenty of friends who would be happy to contribute. Make it a potluck. Create stations to keep the young and the not-so-young busy and put a friend in charge of each one.

Add some candles, a tablecloth on an

outdoor table, a little music, and you’ve got yourself a party. List of Steps to a Fun Night of Entertaining Friends Do you ever entertain friends in your yard or on your porch or deck? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your favorite tricks.

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Thursday, July 21

Pull Off the Perfect Potluck Entertaining in the summertime doesn’t have to mean that all of the responsibility for food and serving requirements are on you. You can host a party, get together, or a night in without the obligation of providing all of the necessary food and fun yourself.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to choose a date and a time for family, friend, or neighborhood potluck. Pick a theme and assign dishes to each guest, or be casual and allow guests to bring whatever suits them. Potlucks usually provide a great variety of flavors and spread around the responsibility for the food. Expand your potluck idea to servingware, drinks, and games, and you have an instant party! Use ListPlanIt’s Potluck Planner* as a signup &/or as a record of who’s coming and what they are bringing.

What are your tips for the perfect potluck? What’s your favorite potluck dish? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Friday, July 22

Summer Salads Now that you have all of that delicious local, inseason food, it is time to start putting it to good use. What better meal to have in the summertime than a crunchy, cool salad? There are so many ways to prepare them and almost anything can go into them. You are only limited by your imagination.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to consider what’s available and to build a customized salad. My elder daughter likes salad with garlic and coated with olive oil. My son likes salad with black olives and feta. My younger daughter likes any salad that contains potatoes. We rotate everyone’s preferences and then get a balanced variety of veggies and proteins. We keep the kitchen nice and cool and eat our salads outside on the deck.

List of Memorial Day (Summer) Salads List of Ingredients for a Healthy, Kid-Friendly, Main-Dish Salad Are you making a salad for dinner tonight (or this weekend)? Tell us about it at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Saturday, July 23

Host a Block Party Neighbors are like family. You don’t often choose to whom you live next door, but the people who live around you are your community. You’ll see each other’s best and worst. You’ll coo at new babies and cry for lost pets. Holding a block party to celebrate the bonds of proximity is a great way to get to know each other better.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to step up the summer entertaining a notch and get the whole neighborhood involved. This will require a lot more planning and delegation. A committee of committed friends and neighbors should be the first step. Check with local ordinances to find out if you need a permit. You’ll want to consider food, drinks, entertainment, invitations, and clean up.

Check out ListPlanIt’s Summer Party Board on Pinterest for some great block party ideas! Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and us if you’ve ever been to or hosted a block party. We’d love to hear some of your experiences!

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Sunday, July 24

Catch a Blockbuster Summer plays host to some of the biggest movies of the year. These are not usually the Oscarnominated films, but the big, loud, and fast-paced adventures. They are a lot of fun. Don’t let summer pass you by without taking the chance to see at least one. When it is hot outside, it is nice and cool in the cinema.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to check your local listings. A matinee would save you some money, but springing for a babysitter and going out in the evening makes it more of a special occasion. Of course, you can always stay home and introduce your children to a classic blockbuster. What will you see?

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about your favorite summer blockbuster.

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Monday, July 25

Summer Skin Care Summer can be hard on skin. Wind and too much exposure to the sun are the main culprits, but chemicals from chlorine can also do their part. Vitamin D is created in our skin when exposed to the sun, but too much exposure can be damaging. The Strategy for Summertime today is to be especially mindful of our skin. Doing what we can to maintain our own and the delicate skin of our children is important. Hydration and moisturizing lotion are very important, as is protection from harmful rays for extended periods of time. • Check out Dermatologists’ Summer Skin Secrets for tips. • Find out how to fix your Summer Skin Mistakes.

What are your best summer skin care tips? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know.

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Tuesday, July 26

Service to your Community The summertime is a great opportunity to relax and enjoy life. The days are longer, the weather allows for soaking up the sun, and commitments of time are less frequent. However, while children are home and the schedule is a little lighter, it can also be a time of sharing and of demonstrating a commitment to the community.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to research ways to involve your family in caring for something other than your own immediate needs. Look for ways to ingrain kindness, selflessness, and charity. Whether it is volunteering at the humane society, picking up trash in your neighborhood, or purchasing and donating cans to your local food shelter, demonstrating a commitment to the greater good is an important lesson for everyone.

List of Ways your Family can Volunteer Does your family volunteer? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know in what ways.

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Wednesday, July 27

Olympics at Home The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro is just 1 week away! Prepare for Olympic fever in your family &/or neighborhood by hosting an Olympic games in your own backyard. It is one of the best examples of how people can join together in the spirit of healthy competition.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to host your own Olympic competitions. Invite family members and neighbors to join in. Encourage children and adults alike to participate and to have some fun! Offer prizes to the contestants such as a Popsicle, ice cream cone, or dip in the pool. Cool everyone off with some races through the sprinklers.

Check out ListPlanIt’s Summer Olympics Board on Pinterest for some fun activities and ideas for your own backyard olympics! What Olympic events would you incorporate into your home Olympics? What’s your favorite event? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Thursday, July 28

Old-Fashioned Summertime Just the word “summertime” conjures memories of my childhood. It makes me think about the simple pleasures in life, like when we were kids. Hours stretched luxuriously out in front of us. We created fun from whatever was around.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to go back to your roots. Show your kids what it was like to be young when you were a kid. Blow bubbles. Play hopscotch. Run through the sprinkler. Play tag. Whittle sticks. Play foursquare. Walk to the market for a treat. Make a daisy chain. Have a water balloon fight. Make a mud pie. Strap on some rollerskates.

What’s one of your favorite memories of summertime as a child? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Friday, July 29

Summertime Check-In We are nearly two-thirds through our summer journey. Since it is the end of July, and because school is around the corner, it is time to analyze. How do you feel the summer has gone so far? Have you planned and accomplished more than you thought you could?

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to take another look at your summer to do list and decide if you are on track. Cross off the things that you’ve accomplished and make a realistic plan for doing the things that are still on the list. There’s also no shame in starting next summer’s to do list and adding a few unfinished items from this summer to next summer.

List of Things to Do before the End of Summer How is the summer going for you so far? Check in and let us know at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Saturday, July 30

Date Night Summertime means walks on the beach, outdoor dining, lighter and more shapely clothing choices, and steamy nights. These are the perfect ingredients for a much needed date night with your love.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to find a babysitter and whisk away your love for a night on the town. Whether you spend a little or a lot, a night out with your spouse or partner is an important time to reconnect and have a little fun. Do you remember fun? Do you remember when you used to be fun? Think back to before all of your responsibilities were heaped upon you one at a time. Shake off those responsibilities just for the night and rekindle the flame of your love and of the old you.

Looking for some romantic inspiration? See ListPlanIt’s Date Night Board on Pinterest. How often do you try to have a date night? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know.

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Sunday, July 31

Go Letterboxing If you’ve never heard of letterboxing, then let me introduce you to one of the best, low-tech family adventures you can do. Letterboxing with your family only needs a computer to find the clues, a journal or log, a stamp, an inkpad, and a writing implement. It is a treasure hunt and a memorymaker all wrapped up in one.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to get on your computer and head for one of the two letterboxing websites: Letterboxing.org or Atlasquest.com. You’ll find supply lists, tutorials, and clues to letterboxes hidden all over the world. Take your letterboxing items with you when you go on vacation to discover a hidden gem of a place while you are traveling. It is even amazing what you can learn about your local area. Get started with this Letterboxing Checklist*.

List of Steps for Letterboxing This Summer Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know if you’ve ever experienced letterboxing.

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Monday, August 1

Summer Reading When I think of summer, reading outdoors on the beach or poolside always comes to mind. Now there are more options for getting through your favorite books: traditional books, e-readers, and audiobooks. Of course, finding time to read may be the hardest challenge for busy parents.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to make a conscious effort to set aside a time and a place to read, not only for yourself but also for your children. It is a fact that children lose up to 2 months of reading achievement over the summertime. My family’s practice since my children began to learn to read, is that they must read to themselves everyday during breaks for a specified amount of time (usually 45 minutes to an hour) after lunch. I usually join them and read from my current reading selection.

List of Ways to Read and Write with your Family over the Summer Check out ListPlanIt’s Books I Love Board or Books on My To Do List Board on Pinterest for some great summer reading suggestions! What is your summer reading strategy? What are you reading? Share with us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Tuesday, August 2

Getting Back to School The month of August has begun and while there may not be any federally-recognized holidays this month, there is sure to be a lot of planning as we prepare for the beginning of school. There’s an energy that comes with the start of school. Children are ready to see their friends again, meet their teachers, and get back to work. Parents are ready to get a breather, as well. The transition to school will go a lot smoother if you and your child(ren) prepare yourselves mentally and physically for the new school year.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to consider ways to make those first days of school run as smoothly as possible. You may want to evaluate bedtimes, personal care habits, and breakfast needs.

List of Steps to Preparing for Back to School See ListPlanIt’s Back to School Board on Pinterest. Are you ready? Do you have a child who is entering kindergarten, middle school, high school, or college this year? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Wednesday, August 3

National Watermelon Day You may have already had your first taste of watermelon this summer, but don’t miss your opportunity to celebrate and indulge in this juicy summertime staple. It is effective for summer hydration as it is composed of 92% water. Watermelon is packed with nutrition, including plenty of vitamin c, beta-carotene, and lycopene.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to fit watermelon into your day. There are many ways to enjoy it: cut it up and eat it fresh as a snack or for part of your meal, add it to lemonade, freeze it to create a kind of sorbet, etc.

What is your favorite way to enjoy watermelon? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us.

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Thursday, August 4

School Supply Shopping Whether your children’s school(s) begins this month or after Labor Day, the sooner you are prepared, the more ready you’ll feel when you send your children off on the bus or drop them off at college. The Strategy for Summertime today is to gather your children’s school supply list(s) and begin to inventory what you have and what still needs to be purchased.

ListPlanIt has what you need to prepare for back to school, including a School Supply Shopping List* to make shopping simpler.

List of Back to School Reminders List of School Supplies to be Collecting over the Summer Tell us when your children go back to school at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Friday, August 5

Opening Day of the Summer Olympics And it begins! What an exciting day as it is the official first day of the Summer Olympics 2016, held in Rio de Janeiro. The Opening Ceremony will surely be an impressive spectacle of nations and talent. Today’s Summertime Strategy is to enjoy this event that happens only once in four years. From today through August 21, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to catch the excitement as young men and women compete to see which athlete will win, which country will bring home the most medals, and which world records will be broken. Which country do you root for? What do you remember from past Opening Ceremonies? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us.

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Saturday, August 6

Outfitting for School By now, summer clothes have been put through the ringer and may not be fit for the start of school. Depending on where you live, it may not be too long before short sleeves and shorts turns into a need for sweaters and jeans. If your school requires that uniforms be worn, it is possible that your child will not fit in last year’s uniform. Today’s Summertime Strategy is to inventory your child’s clothing for the start of school. Decide how many shirts, pants, socks, and shoes are necessary for a proper, ageappropriate wardrobe and work toward that number. Get your child’s current size for both clothing and shoes. You may need to do some shopping with your child to make sure of the style and fit. A return means another trip to the store at this busy time of year.

To inventory your child’s clothing needs, use ListPlanIt’s Clothing Inventory* to evaluate what they have and what still needs to be purchased for the new season.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page tell us some of your best tips for shopping for outfitting your children for back to school.

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Sunday, August 7

Celebrate Sisters! If you have a sister, then today is a good day to be thankful. It is National Sisters Day! It is a day to remember all the times that she has been there for you. Whether near or far apart, your sister is likely your best friend and the person to whom you could tell anything. She understands about your mom’s forgetfulness and your dad’s jokes.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to celebrate your sister. Give her a call or take her out for lunch. Reminisce about your childhood together. Remind each other of the obstacles that you’ve overcome with one another’s help.

Tell us how awesome your sister is at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Monday, August 8

Packing for School Lunch Your child’s school may or may not have a tasty and nutritious hot lunch program with a price that appeals to you and a selection of foods that appeals to your child. However, if you choose not to partake in the school’s hot lunch program and prefer, instead, to send your child with a lunch from home, you will need a variety of lunch ideas and a well-stocked supply of ingredients to include in the lunch bag.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to develop an inventory of lunches that can be easily prepared by a parent or, even better, by the child. Create a chart or use ListPlanIt’s School Lunch Planner* to list options for a main course, a side, a fruit/vegetable, a drink, and even a dessert.

List of Healthy and Convenient Ideas for a Student's Lunch See ListPlanIt’s Lunch Board on Pinterest. What are your favorite lunch ideas for your child(ren)? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your lunch secrets.

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Tuesday, August 9

Back to School Daily Routines The change in routine from summertime to school is pretty significant. To get everyone out of the door on time in the morning, it is important to create a routine that fits your needs and your schedules.

Today’s Strategy for Summertime is to consider routines that work with your family’s timeframe and personalities. You may want to consider a Morning Routine*, an Afterschool Routine*, and an Evening Routine*. For children who are not school-aged or homeschoolers, you will benefit by putting together a complete Daytime Routine* to get more out of your days.

List of Tasks for Smooth Schoolday Morning Routine List of Tasks to Include in your Afternoon/Evening Routine Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your tips and tricks for establishing a good routine once school begins.

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Wednesday, August 10

Summer Scrapbook Hopefully, this summer you were able to work in plenty of opportunities to sleep a little later, relax by the pool, and read a book or two. However, equally as important are your adventures and activities. Don’t let your summer memories fade with the summer.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to decide on a way to document your summer. Make it a family project or encourage members of your family to create their own journal or scrapbook. Record memories. Add photos. Paste in tickets to theme parks. Include the items that say something about the kind of summer you experienced.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us how you like to record your memories: journal, photo album, scrapbook, photo book, or another way.

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Thursday, August 11

Unlovely and Unused Now that summer is running its final course, it is time for that great seasonal purge. Time to gather everything in your home that you do not love and make a plan to give it a new home.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to visit your storage areas, your closets, and wherever else might be a good place to hide unloved items. Add the items to one of three boxes: sell, giveaway, donate.

List of Reasons to Clean Out your House and Plan for a Yard Sale Are you in need of a seasonal purge? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what you’ve accomplished today.

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Friday, August 12

Organize, Price, Advertise So, you’ve decided to have a yard sale. Great choice! You can get rid of your junk and possibly make a few bucks in return. It’s a win-win. However, planning for a garage sale takes quite a bit of work. You have already done step one: purge your home of unused items. Now it is on to finalize preparations.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to organize what you’ve gathered, price them fairly, and advertise your sale. Find a neighbor or two who would be willing to have a yard sale on the same day to help attract customers. You can pay money to put an ad in the newspaper, but don’t forget about announcing your yard sale on Craigslist.org. It is widely used and free to post! Let ListPlanIt’s Yard Sale Planner* be your guide.

List of Things you Need to Host a Great Yard Sale Are you hosting a yard sale anytime soon? Visit 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your best tips for a successful sale.

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Saturday, August 13

Yard, Garage, Tag, or Rummage Today is National Garage Sale Day. So to celebrate, host a garage sale (or whatever they call it in your neck of the woods). The Strategy for Summertime today is to set your time to open, get up early, and put on a good attitude. You’ll be meeting lots of interesting people and doing plenty of negotiating. Have your family get involved by selling lemonade or coffee to your customers. You may be sitting in the hot sun, so don’t forget to have water for the workers at the ready. Treat the family to dinner afterward with the money you earned from your old stuff.

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Sunday, August 14

Race Day Running races have become a popular fundraising and awareness-building activity. You’ll find everything from 5K (3.1 miles) races to marathons (just over 26 miles). Depending on your level of fitness and skill, local races are a great way to exercise your competitive spirit and find camaraderie with others in your area.

The Strategy for Summertime today is to check out your local newspaper or visit the website Active.com for a listing of races in your area. Many races even have children’s fun runs at the beginning. Even if you don’t want to run, see if walkers can participate. Or make a sign and head down to a race and cheer on the runners. Maybe you’ll see someone in the crowd that you know. Take advantage of the energy and vibrancy of a race for a good cause.

Are you a runner? Have you always wanted to run in a race? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and join the conversation about racing.

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Monday, August 15

Bicycle Built for Two If you haven’t been on a bicycle lately, then summertime is your chance to renew your acquaintance. A bicycle is the smartest mode of transportation available. It is eco-friendly, it is inexpensive, it burns calories, and it is much faster than walking.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to find a bike and take a joy ride. Remind yourself of that childish sense of freedom when you hop on a bike and ride down the road. Technology has complicated a lot of things in life, but a bicycle is still a simple pleasure. Get your family to ride along on a trail or in the neighborhood.

List of Steps to Teaching your Child to Ride a Bike Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us what you like best about riding a bicycle.

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Tuesday, August 16

Take Me to your Library Hopefully, this is not the first time you’ve thought of visiting the library this summer.

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such an incredible community resource. Consider the number of things that you can get from the library: books, magazines, CDs, books on CD, videos, and even digital books. And they allow you to borrow these things for free!

The Strategy for Summertime today is to pack up the family for a trip to the local library. You’ll be amazed at the offerings. From storytime to tax preparation assistance, from computer usage to free wi-fi for your own devices, and from new best sellers to old classics, you’ll find whatever you need to expand your horizons at the library. Explore their website to learn hours and details.

What’s so special about your library? Find a place to brag at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Stargazing The summer night sky is perfection, especially if you can get out of the city to enjoy it. There are stars, constellations, and planets to locate. A warm, summer evening is the best ingredient to a night of family togetherness.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to spread out a blanket in the grass and lay down on your backs for the best view. Do a little research before hand and make it a constellation scavenger hunt. See how many stars, constellations, and planets you can find. Discover your own constellations in the stars. Don’t forget the bug spray!

Shed some light on some of your favorites from the night sky. Where is the best place you’ve ever been to stargaze? Tell us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Thursday, August 18

A Summer Home As a resident of Maine, I have seen my share of summer homes. Because of our most-excellent summers, many people want a summer home here along our gorgeous coastline or on one of our pristine lakes. However, for most of us, we may never have our own summer home, but we can provide an opportunity for our children to create a summer retreat that will give hours of enjoyment.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to build a sheet tent or a hula hoop hut on the lawn, a fairy house in the woods, or a sunflower house in your garden.

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and treehouses and teepees and bean forts and any other type of backyard shelter that allows kids to let their imaginations roam. Once constructed, haul out blankets and pillows for padding, books and paper for reading and writing, and clear off your schedule for a couple of hours of relaxation.

Have your children built a “summer home”? Show us a photo at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Friday, August 19

Go Fly a Kite A kite is a symbol of the freedom of summertime. Oh, to be comfortably tethered but encouraged to dance happily in the warm breezes. Kites can be purchased inexpensively at the dollar store or even made by hand with a few simple supplies.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to grab a kite and some friends, head to a park or beach, and let your kites bump and fly in the wind. Want a fun project? Check out how to make “the world’s best handmade kite.”

Where’s your favorite place to fly a kite? Tell us about your experience at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Saturday, August 20

Catch an Outdoor Concert From Summer Breeze to the Summer Wind, the soundtrack of summertime is carefree. Whether it is a local band playing in the park or a favorite singer or band performing in the open air, an outdoor concert in the summertime is a worthwhile experience. There’s something exciting about a crowd of people, the smell of a variety of food, and loud music pumping through the environment.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to check your local newspaper or websites for an outdoor happening. Find out if it is kidfriendly or if you are going to need a babysitter. Get ready for some fun in the sun. Be sure to bring supplies to keep you safe: sunscreen (if it is in the daytime), a hat, a picnic or money for food, and plenty of water.

Have you ever been to an outdoor concert? Tell us your experiences at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Sunday, August 21

Can It! After a summer of fresh fruits and vegetables, it is tough to say goodbye to delicious produce. It is possible, however, to continue to enjoy the summer’s bounty by setting a day aside to can your surplus. Whether you’ve had a successful garden or a share at a local CSA, you may have more fruits and/or vegetables than you can consume. Canning is a great way to make them last.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to gather the supplies you need for canning, set aside the time that you need, and get started. National Can-It Forward Day, hosted by Canning Across America has plenty of events and information on canning.

Have you ever canned anything before? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about your favorite canned foods.

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Monday, August 22

Summer To Dos in Review It is hard to believe that the unofficial end of summer (Labor Day) is almost here. The time has come to evaluate your end-of-summer priorities and to make a plan of action to accomplish what must be done.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to take out your Summer To Do List and review it one last time. Cross off the things that you’ve done, eliminate the things that may have been a little too ambitious for this summer, and concentrate on the things remaining. You only have so much time, so be easy on yourself.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page for a little pep talk and some end-of-summer motivation.

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Tuesday, August 23

Extra-Curricular Involvement With the start of school comes the start of many extra-curricular activities. Children have opportunities to enrich their lives with sports, music lessons, educational clubs, and much more. While these activities are fun and of value to the child, they can overwhelm a family if there is more than one child or too many choices.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to organize your child(ren)’s extra-curricular activity calendars and needs. Have you already received a schedule? Take a moment to plug practice and game dates/times into your calendar or planner. Have a list of needs that you have to buy? Purchase uniforms, equipment, lesson books, and anything else that is necessary to success in the activity

List of Things to Do During your Child's Soccer Practice/Game Join in the discussion about extra-curricular activities at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Visit a Historic Site or Museum One of my favorite things to do during the summer is to find a new place where I can soak up the history of the local people and culture. Kick the kids’ brains into gear by giving them an educational experience before school gets really started. Today’s Strategy for Summertime is to do some quick research on a place of interest in your area.

No matter where you live, you

likely have a historic home, site, or museum within half an hour’s drive. If you live in the U.S., here is a place where you can find historic places of all kinds and in most states. Don’t forget your camera (and your letterboxing supplies)!

What historical sites/museums are near you? Which are your favorite? Tell us about them at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Thursday, August 25

Scrub-a-Dub Multi-task what’s left of the summer heat by cooling off with the hose while giving your car a good bath. This is a cleaning activity that the whole family can participate in and enjoy. Today’s Summertime Strategy is to put on some old clothes or, if you live in a place with a modest amount of privacy, a bathing suit and head outside with a bucket, some soap suitable for washing cars, a sponge (or two), and a chamois or some old towels. Outside, all you need is a hose that will reach the car and a nozzle for spraying water. Turn up some tunes and have some fun while you make your car(s) shine!

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Friday, August 26

Pamper Yourself Whether you’ve had a lazy, relaxing summer with the family (really? Lazy and relaxing are probably not likely.) or a busy, active summer, once the kids are back in school and you start to get back to a routine, don’t forget to give yourself a little “you time”.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to recharge your batteries for the season ahead with a little pampering. Ask your girlfriends to lunch, set aside a few hours to do nothing but read, go see a movie (or a double feature), head to the salon, do something that makes you feel great.

What is your favorite thing to do for yourself? What makes you feel the most empowered? Give us your ideas at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Saturday, August 27

Kidpreneur Kids often want that little bit of independence that comes through earning their own money. While child labor laws prevent children from going out and getting a job until they are at least teenagers, there are still plenty of ways that a kid can start to earn a few bucks now.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to sit down with your child and brainstorm ways that they can earn some spending money by themselves. Calculate the cost of materials and then price the product or service based on supplies needed and the time it takes to provide it. Here are a few ideas: the classic lemonade stand, pet-walking, lawn-mowing, babysitting (if the child is at least 12), a paper route, carwashing, etc.

What are some ways that your children have earned their own spending money? Give us your ideas at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Sunday, August 28

Preserve Summer Backyard and wild flowers add a color and vibrancy in the summertime that is lacking in the late autumn and winter.

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summer by finding ways to preserve it.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to gather some of your favorite flowers from the garden and try your hand at creating a family pressing station. You’ll find instructions from BHG.com for making your own here. Or tie a bundle of flowers together at the stems and hang upside down in a dry spot for a couple of weeks. Use some of those dried petals to create a potpourri that will extend the smells of summer into the fall and winter.

How do you hold onto the summertime? Join us at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your ideas.

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Monday, August 29

U.S. Open Opens Tennis championships are fun to watch. They are fast-paced and intense. Today kicks off one of the four Grand Slam tournaments. The U.S. Open is held in Flushing, New York, and lasts for 2 weeks. The Summertime Strategy for today is to check out the opening of the U.S. Open. Take a look at the schedule on USOpen.org for some of your tennis favorites’ games. Then gather any tennis racquets you might have around and some tennis balls and find a court to hit the ball around. Don’t have any racquets? Try badminton in the yard or even ping pong in the rec room. Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us your favorite tennis player of all time.

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Tuesday, August 30

Build a Bonfire As the summer wanes, so might the evening temperatures be steadily descending. You may find the need to start wearing a jacket while out in the yard. If you are loathe to add layers yet, a great way to fight the coming chill is to build a fire in a firepit or chimney and enjoy the summer while you still can.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to stock up on your bonfire supplies (logs, matches, graham crackers, chocolate bars, and marshmallows) and gather around the fire. Whether or not you roast marshmallows or play the guitar or have friends over, a fire is the perfect way to end a summer day

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us how often you build a fire in the yard?

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Pack Up Summer Summer fun is almost done. While there may still be a few warm days ahead, there are likely quite a few summer activities that can now be considered finished. With school already in session or about to begin next week, children have little time for their summer toys.

The Strategy for Summertime is to decide what items can be put away now and what may need to be left out for a few more weeks. The sooner that some of the summer stuff is cleared away, the sooner you’ll be ready to face the upcoming season.

What things of summer items are you ready to put away? Let us know at the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page.

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Thursday, September 1

September To Dos September is like the New Year. You get a chance to start fresh, get back to work, and get things done. The kids are back in school and everyone is getting back into the swing of things. It may feel like your To Do List is a million miles long, but the cooler, crisp air of September is usually all the motivation that you’ll need.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to begin to formulate your autumn strategy. There is plenty to do with the start of school and the coming of the holiday season. Create a To Do List* and a plan to check them off, one by one

List of September To Dos

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Friday, September 2

Labor Day Weekend Planning Labor Day weekend is here. As of today, there is only a few days left of summer before the busyness of school truly kicks in. You may want to plan something extra-special for Labor Day weekend, as it will be summer’s final hurrah.

Today’s Summertime Strategy is to create a plan for the holiday weekend. Maybe you want to take a final camping trip. Maybe you want to get away. Maybe you plan to spend the weekend at the lake or the beach with friends. Is there a parade or fair this weekend? Discuss with your family and decide what steps you must take today to make this the perfect end-of-summer weekend.

List of Fun Ideas for Labor Day Weekend Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know what plans you’ve made this Labor Day.

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Saturday, September 3

See you at the Fair At this time of year, many towns and regions host an agricultural fair, state fair, or festival. These are a fun way to get out with the family and connect with the community. You may find anything from livestock to art contests, from tractor pulls to beauty pageants, live entertainment to carnival rides. The food is usually deep friend and comes on a stick, but it’s tasty.

The Summertime Strategy for today is to check your local listings to find out where the best place to find a fair would be this weekend or in the coming weeks. Fairs can be pretty costly so it is a good idea to start saving up some of your entertainment money for your weekend at the fair.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us about your favorite local fair.

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Sunday, September 4

End of Summer Sap This journey through the 100 days of summertime is nearly through. Since summer is one of my favorite seasons of the year, I hate to see it go. However, another of my favorite seasons is upon us. Be sure to catch the countdown of 100 days to Christmas, beginning on September 16. The Strategy for Summertime today is to mourn the passing of another great summer. Time marches on. Take heart, though. We will be starting next year’s 100 Days of Summertime before you know it. Did you have a great summer? Are you sad to see summer end? Or are you all too ready to get past summer and on to fall? Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and let us know.

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Monday, September 5

Happy Labor Day What a summer! We’ve accomplished so much. Thank you all for being a part of the community here at 100 Days of Summertime. My hope is that you will be back next May, ready to take on another summer. Today’s final Summertime Strategy is to enjoy your day off from work or from school. Pat yourself on the back for all that you have done over the summer. To my family and friends from my hometown of Hoisington, Kansas, I wish you a splendid Labor Day parade and celebration. To my friends from around the United States and the world, Happy Labor Day! Have a wonderful fall!!

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100 Days to Christmas eBook 2016

Have you enjoyed the 100 Days of Summertime? Are you sad to see it end? Guess what. A new countdown begins shortly. While it is not yet 100 Days to Christmas (that date is September 16), today you can plan ahead by purchasing our 100 Days to Christmas eBook 2016 for just $8.

Visit the 100 Days of Summertime Facebook page and tell us if you plan to follow the 100 Days to Christmas with us.

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About the Author Jennifer Tankersley is the founder of ListPlanIt.com, where hundreds of lists and planning pages are available to members. She began her 100 Days series with the 100 Days to Christmas in 2008. Currently, there are 3 members of the 100 Days’ family: 100 Days of a New Year, 100 Days of Summertime, and 100 Days to Christmas. You can join our mailing list to get updates and news about releases. She is excited now to present the latest in the series, 100 Days of Summertime 2016 eBook. Jennifer lives in coastal Maine with her husband, three children, and their sweet dog named Lucy. After experiencing the summer in several other states and countries, she believes Maine to be the best place in the world to spend a summer.

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79.

5.

30.

55.

80.

6.

31.

56.

81.

7.

32.

57.

82.

8.

33.

58.

83.

9.

34.

59.

84.

10.

35.

60.

85.

11.

36.

61.

86.

12.

37.

62.

87.

13.

38.

63.

88.

14.

39.

64.

89.

15.

40.

65.

90.

16.

41.

66.

91.

17.

42.

67.

92.

18.

43.

68.

93.

19.

44.

69.

94.

20.

45.

70.

95.

21.

46.

71.

96.

22.

47.

72.

97.

23.

48.

73.

98.

24.

49.

74.

99.

25.

50.

75.

100.


2016 INDEPENDENCE DAY PLANNER Activities / Events Time

To Do

Picnic | BBQ

Supplies / To Bring

Special Instructions / Notes

Appetizers: Grill / Main Dish: Side Dish #1: Side Dish #2: Side Dish #3: Salad: Bread: Dessert #1: Dessert #2: Dessert #3: Drink #1: Drink #2: Comments: http://ListPlanIt.com ©2016 List Plan It, LLC

Remarks

Time to Begin Prep

2016 CAMPING LIST

TRIP _______________

CLOTHING

COMFORT ITEMS

__ T-Shirts __ Shorts __ Long Pants / Jeans __ Sweater / jacket __ Swimwear __ Underwear __ Socks __ Shoes (boots, camp shoes) __ Rainwear __ Hat / Cap __ _______________________

__ Pillows / Pillowcases __ Sheets / Blankets __ Sleeping Bags __ Air Mattress __ Picnic Blanket __ Insect Repellent __ Sunglasses __ Towels (Hand, Bath) __ Washcloths __ Beach Towels __ Everyday Bag (for carrying day items) __ Travel Alarm / Watch __ Laundry Bag __ _______________________

TOILETRIES __ Comb / Brush __ Deodorant __ Shampoo __ Soap / Face Wash __ Hand Sanitizer __ Toothbrush __ Toothpaste __ Dental Floss __ Lip Balm __ Razors / Blades __ Shaving Cream __ Glasses / Contact Lens Supplies __ Personal Hygiene Items __ Sunscreen __ Nail Clippers / File __ Toilet Tissue __ _______________________

MEDICATION __ Aspirin / Pain Reliever __ Cold Medicine __ Prescriptions __ First Aid Kit __ _______________________

EQUIPMENT __ Tent __ Rope __ Mallet __ Compass __ Lantern __ Flashlights __ Screen Room __ Camp Stove __ Camp Chairs __ Water Filters

GALLEY __ Cooler __ Dishes / Cups __ Silverware/Steak Knives __ Coffee Pot __ Pots / Pans / Covers __ Electric Griddle / Skillet __ Utensils (spatulas) __ Can / Bottle Opener __ Paper Plates / Cups __ Napkins __ Paper Towels __ Pot Holders __ Measuring Spoons/Cups __ Mixing Bowls __ Sponges __ Dish Towels / Drainer __ Liquid Dishsoap __ Pot Scrubber __ Hot Dog Sticks __ Large Trash Bags __ Camp Wood __ Matches __ Tablecloths __ _______________________

FOOD / BEVERAGES __ Bread __ Large Marshmallows __ Graham Crackers __ Hershey Bars __ Condiments (Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Honey, Jam) __ Pickles http://ListPlanIt.com ©2016 List Plan It, LLC

__ Eggs __ Bacon __ Tuna __ Cheese __ Milk __ Peanut Butter __ Lunch Meat __ Potatoes __ Veggies (Canned/Fresh) __ Fruit (Canned/Fresh) __ Cereals __ Soups __ Crackers / Snacks __ Pancake Mix __ Ice __ Coffee / Filters __ Bottled Water __ Juice / Soda __ Hot Chocolate __ _______________________

ESSENTIALS __ Credit/Debit Cards / Cash / Traveler’s Cheques __ Itinerary __ Identification / Passport __ Guidebooks __ Map __ Travel Journal __ Book __ Camera / Film __ Video Camera / Videotape __ Cell Phone / Charger __ Pocket Knife __ _______________________

RECREATIONAL __ Fishing Gear __ Binoculars __ Games (Dominoes, Cards, Puzzles) __ Sand Toys __ Dog Food __ Dog Bowls __ Leash ✔ _______________________ __

2016 EMERGENCY EVACUATION INVENTORY In case of Emergency, safely collect these items before evacuation. 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

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Done

2016 LETTERBOXING CHECKLIST

✔

Items Needed

Notes

Personal / Family Journal: Record of letterboxes/stamps found

Rubber Stamp Buy one that represents you/your family or make your own. Ink Pad & Pen Many letterboxes don’t contain an inkpad. Be sure to record fun facts about your discovery. Compass Many smartphones have a compass app included. Be sure not to get lost.

Trail Name Nickname for signing in.

Miscellaneous Flashlight, tissues, comfortable shoes, water, snacks


2016 ROADTRIP ITINERARY Day / Date

Start Point

TRIP ________________ Stops

End Point / Sleep Location


Total Miles

2016 PREPARING FOR OVERNIGHT GUESTS One Month Prior

Three Days Prior

ARRIVAL DATE ___________

Two Weeks Prior

One Week Prior

Two Days Prior

One Day Prior

Last Minute Details

Notes:


2016 MY 21 MEALS Meal

Recipe Location


Favorite Sides

2016 SHOPPING LOCALLY Baked Goods/ Grains

Price

Store/ Market

Dairy/Cheese/ Eggs

Price

Store/ Market

Canned/Jarred Goods

Price

Store/ Market

Poultry/Beef/Pork

Price

Store/ Market

Produce

Price

Store/ Market

Handmade Goods

Price

Store/ Market


2016 POTLUCK PLANNER Date:

Time:

Name(s)

Contribution


Location:

Notes

2016 SCHOOL SUPPLY SHOPPING LIST School Supply

Name: # Needed

Name: # Needed


Name: # Needed

Total

2016 CLOTHING INVENTORY Clothing Item

NAME _______________

Size __________ # Have # Need




2016 SCHOOL LUNCH PLANNER Entree

Side

NAME _____________ Fruit/Vegetables

Drink

Dessert


2016 MORNING ROUTINE Time

NAME _____________ Task


2016 AFTERSCHOOL ROUTINE Time

NAME _____________ Task


2016 EVENING ROUTINE Time

NAME _____________ Task


2016 DAYTIME ROUTINE Time

NAME _____________ Task


2016 YARD SALE PLANNER Dates/Times: Location: Participants: Advertising: Signs

Newspaper

✔

Craigslist

To Do List Gather and sort items to sell. Gather supplies. Price items. Clear out space in your garage, driveway, or yard for sale. Organize items on tables, in boxes, or on a hanging rack for sale. Get plenty of change. Place in a cash box or fanny pack. Gather plastic grocery bags. Prepare snacks and beverages to sell for a little extra profit. http://ListPlanIt.com ©2016 List Plan It, LLC

2016 SEASONAL PROJECT LIST Project:

FALL Supplies:

Steps:

Project:

Supplies:

Steps:

Project:

Supplies:

Steps:

Project:

Supplies:

Steps:

Project:

Supplies:

Steps:


2016 DAILY TO DO LIST SUNDAY

MONDAY

DATE__________

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY TO DO (errands, tasks)

TO PAY (bills, expenses)

THURSDAY

TO CONTACT (emails, cards)

FRIDAY SATURDAY TO BUY (groceries, necessities)

TO DISCUSS (spouse, children, boss)

Meals Breakfast __________________________________________________________________________ Lunch _____________________________________________________________________________ Dinner _____________________________________________________________________________

To Do Tomorrow

Notes
