By Noni Kigera
April is gone so … now what? If you’re sticking inside the house here’s some more ideas to keep the weekends as exciting as they should be!
It’s Six O’Clock Somewhere! | Plan A Virtual Happy Hour with Friends
Bars are starting to open up all across the country but you may be wondering, “do I really need to leave my house for a margarita?” Well we have a plan for you – have a virtual happy hour with friends! There’s plenty of quarantine cocktails online, or “quarantinis” if you will, so you can finally test out that kit and put as much liquor (21+) in your drink as you wish. Here’s a ton of great recipes to try out, or remember you can order alcohol-to-go from your favorite local restaurant.
Talk to Mom and Pop | Create a thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift
You’re the favorite child, so we know you have your Mother’s Day Gift all lined up for your dearest birth giver. However, in case your sloppy brother forgot, use this weekend to create the perfect Mother’s Day gift for next Sunday (May 10). If you’re fortunate enough to have your grandparents around, record and interview them over the phone about their favorite memories, stories, etc. This way not only will you have a meaningful gift to present to your mom, but also you’ll have a permanent record of your loved ones for generations to come. Make yourself the ‘in house historian’ and keep track of all those records – who knows, maybe even an audiobook?
Concert Season | ICYMI: Virtual Concert with Walker Lukens!
Virtual concerts are still around, and something about the intimacy of an artist in their space makes it all the more special. If you missed the 101X Homegrown live stream party last weekend you can check it out below and vibe with us. Watch and listen to the melodious tunes over an artist painting in the studio, or let it play in the background so you can create an area of peace within today’s world of chaos. Set up a room diffuser, clear your space, and do something creative. It’s not about skill, it’s about relaxation, so prioritize time to unwind.
Netflix and Giggle | Try Netflix Party
Movie nights are not cancelled, and everyone is up late watching Netflix anyway, so have a virtual movie night with your friends. The Netflix chrome extension Netflix Party, connects you and your friends together to watch the same movie at the same time. You can watch all those really long movies you’ve been avoiding, all the cultural cornerstone films,, or just keep it classic and binge That 70s Show. Another fun and clever idea is to put on a soap opera and mute the audio. After, fill the void with commentary your friends and make up for your own drama live in your living room.
The Other Kind of Face Mask | Face Mask DIY
Face mask DIYs have taken a whole new meaning these days, but the reality is it’s important for the safety of yourself and others. As crucial as they are, they’re also really hard to come by, so here’s a DIY tutorial you and your fellow hunker-downers can make. The most basic tools for an effective face mask DIY is a bandanna, coffee filters, and hair ties. If you know how to sew, you can make yours a little more fancy with tightly woven cotton fabric and elastic.
Sparking Joy, Marie Kondo Style | Spring Cleaning
We’re not judging you if your place is still hoarded with stuff right now. In fact, you may have accumulated more with all the free time to shop. However, if you can and feel like going through all your junk, use this weekend to have a detoxifying spring cleaning session. Let go of the macaroni necklaces, random bike part, 90s jacket, and everything else you know has outlasted their welcome. Not only will this free up living space in your home for everyone, but also now you have the ability to properly treat and honor the sentimental pieces with value. If you need guidance on where to start, follow the steps from organization phenomenon Marie Kondo.
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