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What Says 'Start of Summer' in Andover?

Lawn chair days are almost here.

It's the week after Memorial Day, the unofficial start of the summer season.

There will be lots of summer activities coming in the next few months. The Fourth of July, yard sales and more. But what are the things that scream "Start of Summer!" to you in Andover?

Is it when local ponds open for the season?

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Is it a hike through Harold Parker State Forest?

Is it on the last day of school when the kids come home?

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Is it when the temperature spikes and you have to turn on the AC? Put the sprinklers on for the kids to run through?

Or maybe when you have to wear a short-sleeved shirt to walk downtown?

Share your favorite signs of summer in the comments below.

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