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Summer Solstice
 

The first day of Summer, depending on the solar calendar, can be any day between June 20th - 22nd. The days are long, birds are singing, flowers are blooming, the temperature is rising. Summertime brings such a good vibe to our lives, and while it is always full of so much fun and endless activities, it also gives us the opportunity to reflect, slow our roll and enjoy it all with the people we love.

Traditional Ways of Celebrating & What Inspires Us:

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THEME​

  • Nature: Sunshine, flowers, water, beach

  • Green

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BEAUTY & FASHION

  • Neutral, florals, bright colours, beach attire

  • Sunglasses, sunhats or ballcaps, flower crowns

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DÉCOR

  • What do you have in storage?

  • Do you need anything new to compliment your theme?

  • If hosting, create a space to take photos

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ENTERTAINMENT​

  • Pick a new show to watch this season

  • Summertime playlist or start a new go to list for the season

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FLOWERS

  • Pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple

  • Pick a bouquet of wildflowers

  • Endless summer flower options at local greenhouses and garden centres

  • Popular summer cuts: sunflowers, daisies, cosmos, dahlias

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FOOD & DRINK

  • Enjoy fresh foods of the season and embrace outdoor cooking

  • Summer fruits: apples, apricots, berries, melons, cherries, dragonfruit, mango, grapes, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums  

  • Summer vegetables: asparagus, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, beets, peppers, rhubarb, corn, snap peas, mushrooms​

  • Barbecue favourites: burgers, ribs, steak, sausage, fish, chicken, potatoes, corn on the cob

  • Over the fire: hotdogs, marshmallows, s'mores, favourite cast iron recipes 

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FUN

  • Host a party or small dinner party to welcome the new season

  • Gardening

  • Enjoy some fresh air with outdoor activities: hiking, beach trip, swimming, your favourite sport, biking, horseback riding 

  • Head out for a little day trip to enjoy the new scenery

  • Visit a local market in search of seasonal items

  • Late night bonfire or stargazing

  • Seasonal activity and event ideas: waterpark, amusement park, fair, outdoor concert, camping, sporting event, drive-in movie, zoo, mini or regular golf

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GIFTS & GREETINGS

  • Host gifts: flowers or a small plant, their favourite beverage or treat

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PARTY TIME

  • Attending?

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Host gift (see gifts & greetings)

    • Pack your own beverage

    • Potluck? Prepare and pack your contribution

    • Take photos

  • Hosting?

    • Guest list & invites

    • Clean house

    • Yard maintenance

    • Theme décor

    • Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)

    • Prepare menu

    • Entertainment (music, games…)

    • Display previous years’ photos and take more to add

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PHOTOS

  • Take photos of yourself and those you are celebrating with

  • Look back on past years with an organized slideshow or photo album

  • Use theme inspired props like: flowers, flower crowns, sunglasses, sun hats ​

 

QUOTES

  • "My favorite weather is bird-chirping weather." - Terri Guillemets

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TRADITIONS​ 

  • Gardening

  • Camping

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KIDS & CLASSROOM FUN

  • Flower crowns, sandcastles, Summer art (flowers, sunshine, beaches, seashells)

  • Read books and listen to music about Summer

  • Discuss changes of the season and favourite summer activities

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WORKPLACE

  • Plan a small barbecue for coworkers or a picnic with activities for everyone and their families

  • If you set goals or resolutions for the year, take time to reflect on where you are

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