1. Pack a Basket and have a Picnic Date
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"},{"calloutType":{"id":"callout_types::tip","title":"Pro Tip","slug":"tip","url":"/callout-types/tip","permalink":"/callout-types/tip","api_url":"https://develop-cms.test.wisr.tech/api/taxonomies/callout_types/terms/tip"},"content":"Turn your picnic into a games night! Pack your favourite board game or pick up a cheap deck of cards to add a little playful competition to the afternoon
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","themeHeading":{"id":"themes::lightblue","title":"Light Blue","slug":"lightblue","url":"/themes/lightblue","permalink":"/themes/lightblue","api_url":"https://develop-cms.test.wisr.tech/api/taxonomies/themes/terms/lightblue"},"blocks":[{"type":"text","text":"Map three or four local thrift shops or weekend markets in your area and spend your day hunting for the weirdest, coolest or best-value finds. It’s a great way to keep entertained for hours. Plus, wondering through new neighbourhoods is the perfect excuse to stop at a new cafe or discover a hidden gem lunch spot.
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Head to Kmart and pick up some cheap canvases, paints and brushes and pour your favourite drinks. To make things interesting, try painting a portrait of each other. Then reveal your paintings at the end and hope neither of you gets offended…
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The best part about these dates is that they naturally encourage you to collaborate, try new things and have different types of conversations - all at an extremely affordable cost!
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