SUMMER
VIBES Your Summer Bucket List by Morgan Cole
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hile the pandemic has wreaked havoc on virtually every facet of society since its onset early last year, the impact it has had on our social lives is difficult to overstate. It’s hard to believe, but after more than a year, there are finally events on the local calendar again. With the promise for more later this month and into the summer, there’s a reason to believe summer 2021—though obviously not what any of us would call
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“normal” in the pre-pandemic sense—will be a hopeful time with plenty of reason and opportunity to get out and hit the town. We’ve gathered a slew of chill summer activities for those looking to get out and, you know, do stuff again. From new bar openings and summer concerts to drive-in movies and farmers markets, here’s a round-up of some of our favorite local happenings making a comeback just in time for summer. Dive in!
Although we encourage you to “let the good times roll,” we ask that you please do so with caution. We want everyone to remain safe, especially those of us not already vaccinated.