Can you guys and gals believe it’s almost Thanksgiving? Time is really flying by! We know that Thanksgiving might be celebrated differently for many of us. With COVID19 numbers rising in many of the states, a lot of people have made the hard decision to sit this Thanksgiving out, or at least not celebrate in large groups. For those not celebrating with friends and family, we want to assure you, you can still enjoy the holiday festivities. How might you ask? Well, lucky for you we have some pretty awesome alternatives to celebrating turkey day…and a couple of them actually involve seeing your family member’s faces! So go ahead and take a peek below to learn more, And if you will be traveling this holiday season, be sure to check out CDC guidelines to ensure you’re protecting yourself and everyone around you! Happy Thanksgiving!

Alternative Ways To Celebrate This Thanksgiving:

Host A Virtual Thanksgiving Meal With Friends & Family

• Livestream your festivities with friends and family. This is a good way to see and talk with your loved ones without the risk of exposure. 
• You can start with appetizers – have each party explain what appetizer they “brought” and rate who’s was the best
• Once dinner is served, set the camera up to the table and feast with your family and friends. Feel free to share recipes or even watch the big game together. 

TV & Games With Household Members

• It’s no secret there’s a lot to watch on TV during Thanksgiving. If your staying home this year, watching TV together or playing games as a family can be a great way to connect.
• Watch Thanksgiving Day parades, sports, and Christmas movies at home.
• Find a fun game to play – pull out all your favorite board games and have a family board game night!

Black Friday Online Shopping

• Shop online sales the day of Thanksgiving and the days leading up to the winter holidays.
• Use contactless services for purchased items, like curbside pick-up.
• Shop in open air markets staying 6 feet away from others and wear a mask

Other Ideas

• Safely prepare traditional dishes and deliver them to family and neighbors in a way that does not involve contact with others (for example, leave them on the porch).
• Participate in a gratitude activity, like writing down things you are grateful for and sharing with your friends and family.
• Clean out your basement of gently used or new toys, clothes, etc and donate them this holiday season 
• Look up family-friendly Thanksgiving crafts 
• Have a bake-off! Have the kids help bake or see who can come up with the best dessert for Thanksgiving.

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