This Memorial Day weekend will certainly be different than in years past. But, there are ways to have fun and make the most of the 3 day weekend. Here are some ideas!
SAY THANKS!
Send a letter to a soldier overseas! Check Operation USO Care Package, Any Soldier or A Million Thanks.
Send a care package to soldiers overseas through www.supportourtroops.org.
GET IN THE KITCHEN!
Make red, white & blue marshmallows. Here’s how!
Make avocado, black bean & corn salad. Here’s how!
Make chocolate cool whip cake with berries. Here’s how!
Make an American Flag party tray. Here’s how!
Make a patriotic cracker tray. Here’s how!
Make fruit pizzas. Here’s how!
Make patriotic popcorn. Here’s how!
GO OUTSIDE!
Check out one of the local restaurants offering social distancing outdoor dining! Here’s a list.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center is open to 150 members at 9 a.m. & 2 p.m.
You must pre-register & follow safety requirements.
Find details here.
Have a family movie night in your backyard!
Go on a social distancing family hike at the Bartlett Arboretum or Mianus River Park!
If you’re looking for options farther away, check here!
GO VIRTUAL!
Watch a virtual Stamford Memorial Day celebration at noon on Sunday, May 24 on the @teamstamford Instagram page.
Check out a virtual Memorial Day event through www.vetfriends.com.
Watch the National Memorial Day Concert at 8 p.m. Sunday on WNET or Thirteen HD.
GET CRAFTY!
Dye an American Flag t-shirt. Here’s how!
Make a patriotic sun catcher. Here’s how!
Make a popsicle stick flag. Here’s how!
Make a paper plate Uncle Sam. Here’s how!
Make a pom pom American Flag. Here’s how!