As the final days of the school year draw near, both parents and kids are looking for activities to fill the long summer vacation break.

Fortunately, Texarkana has a variety of local agencies offering athletic and educational outlets for idle children.

Melanie Dowd, director of fun development and public relations for the local Girl Scouts Conifer Council, said the organization recognizes the important part summer programs play in childrens’ lives.

“We understand how hard it is for parents, especially working mothers to find quality activities for their chi...