What’s there to do this summer weekend?

As temperatures rise and the skies clear in sunny Seattle, it feels like summer is finally here. Take some time to get fresh air and a little vitamin D outside; just remember to keep social distancing. Or if you opt to stay in this weekend, we’ve got you covered with a slew of activities.

Eats and drinks

• Don’t feel confident cooking fish (or even choosing a fillet)? Here are some tips to get started.
• Indulge your sweet tooth with a dessert tour through Bellevue.
• And whether you’re looking for dine-in, takeout or delivery options, check out our updating list of restaurants that you can sort by neighborhood.

Books

• Get lost in history with these four biographies of vastly different people, from Joseph McCarthy to Dorothy Day.
• Pick up a copy of these other recently reviewed books that explore politics, social systems and more.

Movies, TV and streaming

• Stream The Public Theater’s production of “The Line,” which tells harrowing tales from front-line COVID responders.
• This has become the Summer of the Drive-in Movie, and several pop-ups have emerged in the Seattle area. Find a local drive-in theater to watch a movie at.
• If you’re a music fanatic, catch these documentaries on jazz greats Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis
• Watch these two new movie releases, reviewed by our movie critic.
• Pick something to watch from this list of what’s new on Video on Demand, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and other services.
• Stream the 2020 Virtual Seattle Bon Odori, a Japanese Buddhist festival that celebrates ancestors with a sense of gratitude and joy.
• While you’re sitting in front of the TV, try doing these strengthening exercises.

Outdoors and socializing

• Missing human connection? From socially distant hangouts to creative use of technology, take some tips from our staffers on how to spend time with others.

Fun with the family

• Feeling stuck at home? Check out these virtual explorations of new lands and bright ideas with your kids.
• Send a submission to the Corona Multimedia Showcase, which seeks to display creative works by children from around the world reflecting their lives during the pandemic.
• Participate in our special kids edition of the Seattle Times Pantry Kitchen Challenge, inventing your own recipe using four mandatory ingredients.