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12 ah-mazing things to do with your BFFs

 

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We’re kicking off the official start of summer with a never-be-bored guide to 100 so-fun activities perfect for now through Labor Day weekend. How sweet is that?
 
Today, we’re celebrating with 12 ah-mazing things to do with your very besties. What are you waiting for? Dive right in! Up next? Outdoor escapes, money-makin’ missions, beat-the-heat ideas and more! Stay tuned, sweeties, 'cause we've got your summer booked with brilliant ways to have a blast.

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    Camp out in the backyard with a group of friends. Stargaze, make s’mores, gossip and reminisce about good times you've shared together. 

     

    Playing truth or dare? Take a peek at our top-25 risky truths ‘n’ dares you’ve gotta try! 

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    Play freeze-dance with your girls! Blast the stereo on the back porch and have someone start and stop the music for you.

     

    Our playlist?

    “Single Ladies” – Beyonce

    “Party in the U.S.A.” – Miley Cyrus 

    “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” – Cyndi Lauper 

    “You Belong With Me” – Taylor Swift 

    “Just Dance” – Lady Gaga 
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    Host a barbeque or a theme dinner together. You could do ‘50s theme with burgers, fries, and milkshakes! You could even invite your families to share in the fun.

     

    Do it up right with…

    - Better-for-ya BBQ foods

    - 10 fun backyard games

    - 3 ways to make your BBQ a blast

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    Take an exercise class with some girlfriends. This is a great way to stay fit for bikini season, and you'll be having so much fun you'll barely realize you're working out!

     

    We love…

    - Aerobic dance-based Zumba

    - Cardio kick-boxing

    - Power yoga

     

    PLUS 5 fun workout DVDs to check out

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    Find out when the fair comes to your town so you can plan a group trip. Nothing says summer like funnel cakes and Ferris wheels! Perhaps you'll meet your summer crush as you strut your stuff with your pals.

     

    Land the perf look for a night out…

    - Give your jeans-‘n’-tee combo a makeover

    - Fave summer trend? Neon!

    - So-comfy flip-flops

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    Organize a shopping spree in advance so you can save up for your back-to-school wardrobe! Maybe even check out the nearest outlets to score some designer deals for cheap.

     

    Not sure how to rock the hottest styles of the season? From crop tops to maxi skirts, we’re showing you how to rock fab fashion.

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    Start a book club that meets periodically throughout the summer.  Grab your besties and hit up the library to choose the books on the book list, then decide on meeting dates. Give your club a theme, stick with a certain author or shoot for variety.

     

    Better yet, join GL’s Lit Chicks Challenge! CLICK HERE for more info and our book list.

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    Challenge the boys to some basketball and show 'em what you got. Go for classic one-on-one, a round of HORSE or knockout.

     

    Do this, not that!

    - Basketball boo-boo

    - Basketball babe bares all

    - Catch, catch, duck!

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    Hit the rink to beat the heat with a summer ice skating party. So what if you're a little rusty? Falling is half the fun!

     

    Need a laugh? Check out our funniest skating bloopers…

    - Skating slip

    - Ice skating oops

    - Ice princess

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    Got a pool membership? Save up your guest passes for a day of fun in the sun with your BFFs.

     

    Be a pool princess:

    - Keep locks lovely when ya hit the water

    - 5 classic pool party games

    - A splash-worthy workout

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    Choreograph a dance with your girls. You could even video tape it and make your very own music video!

     

    Wanna knock off the pros instead? We’re lovin’…

    - MC Hammer’s old-school “U Can’t Touch This”

    - Beyonce’s fitness challenge

    - Glee’s ah-mazing Rocky Horror moves

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    Head to a baseball game. It’s fun, exciting and who doesn’t love peanuts and cotton candy? Now all we need is a cutie to share those crackerjacks with...

     

    Can’t pick an outfit? No sweat, sweetie. We’re got the Style 911 deets on what to wear to the big game…especially when there’s a boy involved!

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BY GL ON 6/21/2011 7:00:00 AM

POSTED IN Glee, summer, weekend fun, party ideas, sleepover, dance, boredom buster, summer parties, backyard BBQ how-to, get outside

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