Fish out of (and in) the water

This week is all about water and the things that come out of it. With this scorching weather that we have been having, it's hard to recommend doing anything outside, but if you have to be outside, why not be near water?! I recommend White Water Bay located at 3908 W. Reno Ave. Right now, they are open 7 sweltering days a week. Sunday - Thursday they are open from 10:30am until 7pm. Friday and Saturday they are open from 10:30am to 8pm. They are technically open later on certain Fridays for their Dive-In Movies. These movies are family friendly and start at dusk. This week's movie in Twilight's Eclipse with the rest of the summer showing The Karate Kid, Gnomeo & Juliet, and my fave Ferris Bueller's Day Off. The Dive-In movie is a unique experience and something that you should do at least once. The movie is including in the day's admission price to the park. Now White Water can be a bit pricey and to get your money's worth, you really need to make a day and/or night of it. You can get coupons at 7-11 or use a Sprite can to everyone in for a children's price admission. OR you can order your tickets online and receive special pricing. Children 3 and under are free. To cut costs, you can pack a cooler of food and check it. It's really a fun day and if you really love it, next year buy a season pass. FYI: it always costs $6 to park.

If you aren't swimsuit ready or chlorine and sunshine are your thing, then you can still do something water related and check out a fantastic meal at Sushi Neko. Gross, raw sushi?! you say. Don't knock it to you try it and you should try it at least once in your life. Sushi Neko is located at 4318 N. Western. They are open Monday thru Saturday and closed on Sunday. They are open late and often the weekends require a reservation. They have a large variety to choose from and you can even find food for the non fish person. But for you adventurers out there, here are some of my favorites: edamame and/or tempura veggies and shrimp appetizers, the california rolls for beginners, the terry rool for intermediate, and the tootsie roll for you spice lovers. Now for the raw (drumroll please): smoked salmon (doesn't have a raw texture because of the smoke), the yellowtail (a little fishy and grainy, but good), and my absolute favorite, the halibut, lightly seared.  The prices are reasonable, but can add up quickly. But great for a date night. 

Now I know the economy is what it is and doesn't look like it's gonna get better anytime soon, so if you don't have the money for either of the above, there's no shame in fishsticks and a kiddy pool in the backyard. Great company and great conversation can happen anywhere and life is what you make it. Enjoy!