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It may be mid-August, but summer isn't over yet! Even if you haven't taken a big vacation this year, there are plenty of opportunities for family fun right here on the Central Coast. Besides the amazing hiking, biking, and beaches that we have available to us year-round, here are just a few additional ideas to get you started in your quest for fun local outings the whole family can enjoy:
- Ride the bus and have a picnic – check out the bus schedule in your hometown and plan an adventure! A bus ride, a picnic basket, maybe a soccer ball or frisbee… it doesn’t take much to make some memories.
- Eat WAY out – get the kids involved in choosing an exotic cuisine that you haven’t tried yet (or at least that the kids haven’t tried), and that you can find here on the central coast. Look up the country on a map or google it, then go to a restaurant to experience a meal there!
- Attend a Star Party – the Central Coast Astronomical Society hosts these each month, and there are now north county and south county viewing locations! If you just want to check out the stars on your own, here’s a link to a list of the 7 Best Stargazing Spots in SLO County.
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- Ride the FREE trolley from Pismo to Avila Beach – here’s the info and general schedule. This is an especially fun adventure during the Avila Beach Farmer’s Market on Fridays from 4-8. Click here for the Friday Farmer's Market schedule.
- Try Roller Skating – there’s the Central Coast Sports Arena down in Santa Maria, with public skating hours listed on their website calendar. While you’re down there, you could also go bowling at Rancho Bowl. You can register for their Kids Bowl Free program, if you haven’t already.
- Take a trip to the Lompoc Aquatic Center – It’s not The Ravine, but this indoor pool and water play area is a blast, great for younger kids, and their rec swim is only a few dollars per person. It's a bit of a trek to drive down to Lompoc, but something out of the ordinary. Click here for more info.
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There’s also a mobile app called “SLO Events” that is very handy and lists events by week or category. It’s a nice one to have when you’re in the mood to get out and enjoy our community!
One last suggestion: come to our Family Reading Group this Friday, August to discuss The Hobbit with teacher Nick Stavros and other SLOCA families!
What are your favorite local places to take the family? Leave a comment and share:
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