Fun Things to do During Self-Quarantine
Posted: April 10, 2020 | Author: Savannah Byers | Read Time: 4 minutes
Are you missing Southern Utah University’s campus events and sports? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Self-quarantining to slow the spread of COVID-19 is the right thing to do, but it is easy to get bored. So, we’ve compiled a list of fun things to do to help time move faster during this pandemic.
Read a book (or maybe two or three)
Here are a few great books across several genres to try out while you’ve got the extra time:
- Educated by Tara Westover is a moving autobiography by a young, local-ish author. Set aside a day or two for this read, you won’t be able to put it down!
- Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie is a must-read for all mystery lovers. (The Cedar City Library has a great audiobook version of this classic novel on OneDrive with sound effects and a variety of voice actors).
- Kill the Boy Band by Goldy Moldavsky is LOL funny, and completely different from any other young adult fiction novel you’ve encountered. If you’re part of a fandom, pick this book up immediately!
- I am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez is another great young adult fiction read that explores many different topics. (Sánchez recently visited SUU as an A.P.E.X. Events speaker, view or listen to her interview on the A.P.E.X. Events website).
- Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A. Milne was a comforting book to World War One veterans when it was released, and it remains popular even today. This book is the perfect cure for even the most blustery of days.
Catch up on TV shows and movies
After you’ve finished everything on your watchlists, here are a few additional recommendations:
- Encore is a feel-good reality TV show available on Disney+. If you were a theater kid in school, be prepared to cry.
- Cheer is not your typical Bring It On-esque cheerleading series. This six-part documentary, available on Netflix, provides a fresh, well-researched look at the ever-evolving sport.
- Three Men and a Baby, available on Disney+, is the perfect 80’s throwback movie to watch when you need a laugh. Plus, you get to see a young Tom Selleck.
- I, Tonya is a “mockumentary” about the 1994 attack on Nancy Kerrigan told by two very unreliable narrators. This movie’s all-star cast (Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney) does a great job portraying the infamous scandal. This movie is available on Hulu.
- Supernatural’s first 14 seasons are available on Netflix, so why not start them or rewatch them while you’ve got the extra time? Demons, ghosts, monsters, and Dean and Sam are great companions during this crazy time.
- The Twilight Zone is a black and white TV series from the 1960s that inspired Disney Park’s Tower of Terror ride. Each 20 minute episode has a crazy plot and a small dose of creep.
Take a virtual trip
Many different recreational spots have made things available online so that you can have fun at home. Here are a few to check out:
- The Washington Post recently compiled a list of tourist attractions around the world offering virtual experiences and tours. Their list includes everything from the Louvre to the Met.
- If you’re missing the magic of the Disney Parks during their closure, look no further. Romper has compiled a list of virtual rides from Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
- NASA has recently made it possible to virtually visit Mars for free. Explore this amazing planet via their website.
Try something new
- Several dancers and choreographers from Broadway are teaching at home workouts online. Learn more or to join a class.
- You’ve probably seen cooking and baking videos on social media, so why not try one of them? Tasty has a great video gallery of recipes, covering a range of difficulties.
- This might not be new, but a good way to productively pass time is by cleaning and organizing. Tackle the closet, the pantry, the desk drawer, whatever needs it most!
- Never tried yoga? Now’s a perfect time. Yoga with Adriene is a great way to begin practicing yoga/meditation at home.
- Do something creative! Start a podcast, rearrange your furniture, write a short story, paint a mural, do something you’ve been waiting to try. Check the internet for more ideas.
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