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OrganizingHow to Store Your Outdoor Gear for Summer and All Year
Bikes, boats, boards and beach chairs can take over at this time of year. Here’s how to store them safely and neatly
Full StoryLifeBe a Good Neighbor: 7 Ways to Make the Most of the Coming Weekend
Share your tomato harvest, upgrade your grilling zone, tackle a big chore and then relax in a hammock
Full StoryLifeRefresh Your Kitchen Color: 8 Ideas for This Weekend
It’s a good time to pick a new color for your kitchen, plan a neighborhood party and display some summer treasures
Full StoryPetsHow to Find a Rescue Cat That’s a Good Fit for Your Household
Australian TV’s emergency veterinarian discusses what to consider before adopting a cat and introducing it to your home
Full StoryFeel-Good HomeTake a Staycation: 7 Ways to Make the Most of the Weekend
Freshen up your decor, kick back with a good book or a binge-worthy TV show and relax into a vacation state of mind
Full StoryMost PopularSummer Camp for Girls, Construction Edition
This summer, girls will learn to swing a hammer and wield a chop saw. More important, they’ll learn to believe they can
Full StoryLifeWatch a Movie Outside! 7 Ideas for the First Weekend of Summer
Celebrate the summer solstice outdoors with relaxing, fun activities
Full StoryFeel-Good HomeHow to Throw a Block Party
Get fun ideas, useful tips and step-by-step advice for organizing a successful event in your neighborhood
Full StoryLifeNeighborhoods Take to the Streets to Build Social Bonds
Cities are helping residents connect at block parties and create supportive relationships close to home
Full StoryLife5 Things to Think About Before Adding an In-Law Suite
Multigenerational households are on the rise, but there’s a lot to consider when dreaming up a new space for mom or dad
Full StoryFather’s DayLove Lasts: Dad’s Imprint on Our Homes
For Father’s Day, readers share dad-inspired stories of beloved chairs, sheds, ice cream-stocked freezers and more
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