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Summer! It's Here!

We've listed a few activities to help you celebrate the first day of the new season.

Happy summer, Germantown!

Twitter and Facebook have been a-buzz with people pontificating on the fact today is the first day of the new season.

Travel Channel host @andrewzimmern posted his "go-to" gazpacho recipe online. @NatGeo explains why the solstice marks the first day of summer. @travelermom passed on a helpful tip that all National Parks offer free admission today.

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But it doesn't really feel right to celebrate the first day of summer online, does it? And though we imagine many of you are having to spend the day in the office instead of enjoying the beautiful outdoors, we thought we'd list a few summertime activities that you still might be able to take advantage of this afternoon. 

  • Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert - ice cream! lets you choose among dozens of flavors and customize your cone with countless toppings. 
  • Cool down at the course at the
  • If you don't have time to celebrate today, plan a picnic for the weekend and write out your shopping list. Be sure to take advantage of the ribs and fried chicken at the . 
  • Sign up for a pool pass at the , operated by the Montgomery County Recreation Department. You can download the application online.

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