I remember when I was a kid (or at least I think I still do?)... we NEVER had extracurricular activities scheduled on weekends. Weekends were sacred, and time was spent with families.

For my kids, there are practices, games, rehearsals, performances...LOTS of things on weekends, just like any other day of the week. It certainly puts a damper on short family vacations and going to visit relatives on weekends who live more than a few hours away.