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Great Ideas for Summer Fun with Friends
Special to The Truth
Kicking back with friends
and celebrating is one of the best parts of summer,
particularly if you are surrounded by great company. Whether
on an official staycation or you simply want to make the
most of the entire season, there are plenty of great ways to
enjoy summer vibes near home.
Host a Backyard ‘Beach’ Party
Invite friends over for a
full day at the “beach.” Get the grill fired up and a game
of beach volleyball going in the yard. If it’s hot, cool off
in the sprinkler. You don’t need to be a kid to have this
much fun. After sunset, use Tiki torches to set the mood.
Encourage beachwear as the dress code. If your neighborhood
allows it, have a bonfire.
Celebrate the Sunset Glow
Eighty percent of the
public says they prefer company while watching a sunset,
according to results of a recent survey conducted by ORC.
More than half of the people surveyed prefer to experience
sunsets on the beach. Whether it’s date night or a night out
with friends, you can capture island vibes on the mainland
by kicking back at SunsetFest, a summer-long celebration
hosted by Bahama Breeze Island Grille, a restaurant which
specializes in Caribbean-inspired chicken, seafood and
steaks.
Get friends together any
night of the week for daily sunset toasts, live music and
summer-inspired cocktails and fare. On Saturdays, the party
starts early and goes late, with live bands and D.J.s to
keep you on your feet. And if you don’t live nearby, you can
visit the restaurant’s website and make one of their
island-themed recipes at home.
For a chance to win a
Bahamian adventure, post a pic of a sunset or of you and
your friends hanging at Bahama Breeze and tag it with
#SunsetFest15. For locations, visit www.BahamaBreeze.com.
Outdoor Movie Night
Many communities host
outdoor movie nights in the summer. Bring a blanket, grab
your friends and get there early. Scope out the best vantage
point and witness a terrific summer sunset. Or host your own
outdoor movie night at home. All you need is a projector, a
white wall or sheet and plenty of snacks -- popcorn anyone?
Staycations are growing in
popularity and with good reason. So much fun can be had
without leaving town.
Courtesy StatePoint
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