Fun activities to do at home
- Kelli Higdon
Learn a new skill:
Several companies are offering to train people for free or reduced cost. With some more downtime, it may be the perfect time to learn to draw, paint, or play guitar.
Fender Play Online Guitar Lessons - Learn How to Play Guitar
https://www.skillshare.com/browse/painting
How to Draw: Free Beginner’s Course | RapidFireArt
Distance and space should never stop us from enjoying a good board game.
There are several services out there that allow folks to play games, both locally and far apart.
Play board games online from your browser
Play Free Games Online - No Download Fun Games to Play!
https://tabletopia.com/www.jackboxgames.com
(you can do remote gaming, super fun, more adult oriented games with some of the themes, think Cards Against Humanity kind of)Codenames - Play Online
(this is a boardgame called codenames, but online)
Watch a film
There are several new movies coming out that are already being shipped to the small screen. Amazon, Disney+, Hulu, and Netflix all have original series, new movies, and big screen on the small screen options. Frozen II and Onward, two of the newest releases from Disney and Pixar have made their way to the small screen well ahead of schedule. On top of that Amazon Prime is offering new movies on demand.
Disney+ - Stream Unlimited Movies and TV Series
Amazon.com. Spend less. Smile more.
https://www.netflix.com/browse
Stream TV and Movies Live and Online | Hulu
Take a tour of a museum or zoo:
Several museums, zoos, and other attractions have allowed folks to take a tour of their establishment virtually. Ever wanted to see The Guggenheim in New York? Take a tour. Tour a zoo or other museum.
These 15 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch
Famous Museums and Attractions Like the Louvre Are Offering Free Virtual Tours
Catch a concert:
Several musicians, including local legends and international stars are offering free concerts from the comfort of their home, to your home.
Catch up on a book:
Several sites are offering inexpensive or free audio and digital books. Check out sites like Audible for more information.
https://www.versobooks.com/blogs/4604-free-quarantine-ebooks
https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
https://www.scribd.com/readfree?utm_source=readfree