We posed the Insta-question to you, Dear Readers:

“What are some of your favorite summertime pleasures and pastimes? – @forestbluffmag

Summer fun—I love to host dinner parties down at the beach! Dining out on the patio at The Gallery, Market House, and Deer Path Inn is such a luxury and always so fun! – @kellymcinerneyrealtor

The Lake Bluff Farmers Market has a weekly spot in my calendar. Coffee with friends @hansacoffee beforehand is a plus! @cynthiamcculloughinteriors

I love dining out at our local restaurants. – @happinestorganizing

Fresh from Elawa Farm Market, whether it’s bouquets of peonies, lettuces or tomatoes, handpicked that morning. There is nothing like homegrown or hometown grown in this case! – @marinacarneypuryear

Early morning meditation on the beach as the sun rises over Lake Michigan. – via DM

Enjoying burger night al fresco at Inovasi. – via DM

I can’t wait to get lost deep somewhere in a National Forest in my Jeep! – @wtfaremyinitials

Golfing with friends and walking our dog, Hank, to Forest Park. – via DM

Biking along the bike path with my family, then stopping at Mavery House for brunch. – via DM