THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Fun Home Activities

During these uncertain times while we need to stay indoors, it’s important to implement a routine. So, this weekend’s entertainment blog will continue with Part II of fun things you can try at home!

Halloween isn’t the only time you could have a Costume Party! Get the family together for an evening of dress-up or have a themed party such as Mardi Gras and carnival, Hollywood Oscars night, 70’s disco, 80’s retro, 90’s pop, a black & white ball, or a tropical beach. Have a costume contest with prizes! There’s no limit to what you can do to have an enjoyable evening with your family!!

Perhaps you can have a Scavenger Treasure Hunt – a fun activity enjoyed by people of all ages! Now, a treasure hunt is when a series of clues leads to a treasure, whereas a scavenger hunt is a search for a list of items. So, why not combine the two by choosing a theme, writing out clues and a list of items, choosing a prize, placing clues and items around the house, and having some fun. For the items part of the hunt, turn it into a photo scavenger hunt where each participant or team snaps a photo of the items on the list. Make it more fun by dressing up as detectives!!

Children love forts as do some adults like me, so why not Build a Fort or two! Embrace your inner child, or let your kids show you the way. Use storage boxes to build a fort-like structure or use a few chairs and blankets to make an awesome wonderland. You can also decorate your forts inside with lights or sleeping bags for an authentic look and feel. Click the link above for more ideas and how-to’s!

How about a favorite childhood game of Hide and Seek! Hide and Seek is a classic children’s game that can be played indoors as well. In a traditional game, players hide in an area while one person (known as the “it”) counts from one to 100 with their back turned then must find the hidden players. This is a versatile game that can be adapted to different age groups and varying levels of physical ability. In fact, this game is enjoyed internationally due to its simple concept and unlimited recreational appeal!

Since we’ve got lots of time on our hands, let’s get them busy by putting together an epic puzzle. It’ll take your mind off boredom and completing a Big Jigsaw Puzzle feels great! You can even frame it, so you’ll have a souvenir from the 2020 lockdown!!

Sue Moss and Dean’s Team Chicago