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6–8

10 fun things to do with kids before school starts

What? Only a month left of summer?! Make the most it with these awesome family outings.

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Great family hikes to gorgeous lakes

Head for the mountains, where nature’s pools await. We’ve rounded up five perfect spots to go swimming and trail exploring in western Washington.

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Summer Reading Challenge

Reading colors your world! Join Pierce County Library System for summer reading activities, now through Aug. 31. Get started online.

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Get your weekend on

Roll out on a scavenger hunt, join an extra-special kite-flying day, visit the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck and more!

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Kent summer concerts for kids

Wednesday Picnic Performances offer free outdoor music and entertainment to keep kids and parents smiling, dancing and singing along all summer.

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6 things to do with the family

1. Honor victims of war and violence in a moving lantern-floating ceremony. (FRI.)

2. Enjoy outdoor summer movies at parks and drive-ins around Puget Sound. (FRI.–SAT.)

3. Come together for a celebration of Black lives, featuring performances, a unity march, kids’ activities and more. (SAT.)

4. Head to a free river fest for family fun, including art activities, interactive educational booths and a youth poetry slam. (SAT.)

5. Rev up your engines for a super-cool car show that will thrill the auto fans in your family. (SAT.)

6. Explore the forests, wetlands, prairie and oak savanna at an idyllic preserve for free. (SUN.)

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Choose knowledge, experience wonder

NOVA Middle School is the South Sound’s intellectual home for highly capable learners, where students can discover how amazing middle school can be.

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Ascend Hospitality Group and the Cliff Avril Family Foundation have launched a backpack giveaway! Nominate a student to receive a one-of-a-kind, fully stocked backpack designed by the Super Bowl champ.

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ParentMap’s virtual events are back and better than ever

We’ve got lots of great talks coming up to help you win at parenting, keep relationships strong and gain peace of mind.

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