10 Free Activities to do this Summer

Here is Paamonim’s top 10 picks for free activities to do this summer:

1. Go for a run – When the weather is nice, spending time outside is a great way to maximize long summer days. Go for a run on the beach or in the park near your house- it’s great for you and your budget.
2. Be a tourist – No matter where you live there are always more attractions to explore. Visitor centers are a great free activity and can even be educational. Look for free visitor centers a near you. We loved Herzl-Lillilnblum, the visitors’ center of the Bank of Israel.
3. Take advantage of the internet – In today’s hyper connected world free content is exploding the internet. Download and print coloring pages for your kids from Google or look for some fun internet games.
4. Host friends and family at home – Instead of meeting friends or family out at a restaurant or shopping mall, have them come over to your home to spend quality time. You can play board games, watch a movie from your home, play sports and have a great weekend with people you love!
5. Yard sale – Do some summer cleaning and put together bags of old items. Whether clothes, shoes, books, games kitchen or household items, you can always declutter by setting up a yard sale or donating items to the nearest shelter.
6. Have a picnic – Eating out is one of the main activities during vacation that quickly adds up to a nice large sum of money. Instead of getting food outside, make a habit of preparing food at home and bring it with you to the park for a nice picnic lunch.
7. Volunteer – Having too much free time on your hands can sometimes lead to boredom. Find yourself or your kids something meaningful to do during the day, or even once a week. Look for a nearby shelter or organization you relate to and ask about volunteering. You’ll feel good about giving back and it may give you the opportunity to meet new and interesting people in your neighborhood!
8. Learn something new – Interested in cooking? art? tech? The summer is a great time to explore a topic or take on a new hobby that interests you. Do some research online for new, healthy recipes, or watch tutorials on Youtube for different computer skills, drawing techniques and more. If you want to discover more you can also look for free courses online.
9. Visit the library – The library is one of the best free resources that we should take more advantage of. Pick up the latest novels and bestsellers you’ve been waiting to read, or browse through magazines, movie rentals at your disposal, or guides on almost any topic. The library has tons of free resources for you and your kids of all ages.
10. Go for a swim – Summer is beach season! Go for a swim in the ocean or public pool, and if you don’t like the water you can always relax by the sunset and soak in the beautiful scenery.