Copper Grove October 2020

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Harris County Animal Control 281-999-3191
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HOA Management Contact Information
Crest Management Company uses a team concept to ensure that the
needs of each property owner is met on an individual basis. The team
members dedicated to the Copper Grove Owners Association, Inc. are
as follows:
Community Manager:
CJ – CJ@Crest-Management.com
Telephone 281-945-4655
Assistant Community Manager:
Marissa – Marissa@Crest-Management.com
Telephone 281-945-4623
Community Accountant:
Dianne – Dianne@Crest-Management.com
Telephone 281-945-4619
Dianne should be contacted for payment and accounting matters.
The offices of Crest Management are open from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday
through Friday. If you must leave a message, return phone calls will be
made within 24 business hours.
Copper Grove Board Meetings are the 4th Wednesday of the month
at 6 PM to 8 PM, with Open Session beginning at 7 PM at the Holiday
Inn Express & Suites, 10520 Huffmeister, Houston, TX 77065. If you
are planning to attend, call Crest Management at 281-579-0761 to
confirm that this meeting has not been rescheduled.
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PLEASE LIMIT STREET PARKING ON TRASH DAYS
To help avoid trash not being picked up, please do not park your vehicles
in the street on Trash days (Wednesday and Saturday). When multiple
vehicles are parked in the street, the truck is unable to get through. Thank
you in advance for your assistance with this matter.
WATER USAGE
The website eyeonwater.com lets you track your water usage. You will
need to sign up with the district ID, a dash and then your account number
as the account number on the signup screen. These numbers are on your
water bills.
COPPER GROVE IS ON FACEBOOK
AND HAS A WEBSITE
Copper Grove homeowners, please like and let your neighbors know
about the new Copper Grove Neighborhood Facebook page where
updates and important information regarding the Copper Grove
neighborhood and other community news will be shared.
For our website, please contact Crest Management to get the information
you need to get registered for our website www.crest-management.com.
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Director:
COPPER GROVE BOARD MEMBERS
Carrie Dalton
Mike Palermo
Al Cousson
Michelle Devereaux
Carla Wall
TRASH DAYS
GARBAGE PICK UP OCCURS ON WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY.
HOW DO WE LOOK?
Curb appeal has a big impact on your property value, even if your home
is not for sale. Buyers evaluate the neighborhood, not just one house.
Stand back from your house and take a close look to see if it needs a
mini-makeover. Think about security as well. Has your shrubbery become
overgrown, covering windows or blocking the sidewalk? Do low-hanging
limbs obscure the front? Does the lawn have brown areas or weeds? Is
the siding mildewed or paint peeling? You may want to ask a friend’s
opinion; it is easy to overlook things we see everyday. Make plans now
to spruce up.
Cars that are parked in the street are also a turn-off to buyers. Make the
extra effort to keep cars in the driveway. It looks better and is safer for
your neighbors and your car.
MOST COMMON DEED VIOLATIONS
The Volume of letters sent regarding Violations continues to be an
increasing expense for the Copper Grove Home Owners Association. All
expenses incurred including postage to mail out fines, weigh seriously on
the assessments paid by each homeowner. We request your compliance
to help keep cost to a minimum and to keep our community as attractive
as possible.
TOP 5 VIOLATIONS
1. Leaving trash cans out in public view.
2. Not maintaining your yard.
3. Not maintaining your fencing.
4. Not maintaining your paint on your house/or mold on the siding.
HOMEOWNERS
Please DO NOT TAPE FLIERS of any kind to our metal fencing. It removes
the paint when the tape is pulled off. Thus they we need to be painted
before they start to rust.
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DOGGIE DON’TS
Most of our dog owners are responsible, using a leash and picking up
after your pets. We thank you!
HOWEVER - We have received reports of dog owners allowing their dogs
to defecate and urinate in yards. This is especially a problem in hightraffic
areas near park entrances. Be aware that it is not just your dog.
Once a yard has been “used,” other dogs want to do so as well. A resident
should not have to pick up after even one dog, much less ten. In addition,
runners and walkers in our parks don’t enjoy dodging excrement. Please
carry a bag and pick up after your pet.
Remember also, that even the sweetest dog may seem intimidating to
some people. Respect their rights and comply with leash laws.
RECYCLING INFORMATION
FOR COPPER GROVE AREA
Great Website for information on recycling: www.recycleinfo.org
Greenstar Recycling: Glass and lots of other things. Located at 1200
Brittmoore Rd, Houston, TX 77043.
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• Three items per household per day.
• Nearly everything electronic, including tube TVs and monitors up to 32
inch, flat-panel TVs and monitors up to 60 inch, peripherals, DVD players,
home and car audio, cell phones, MP3 players and cables.
• Desktop or laptop computers.
• Small electrics, fans and vacuums.
Batteries Plus:
Recycling spent batteries and light bulbs.
www.batteriesplus.com/t-batteries-plus-recycles.aspx
Wal-Mart & AutoZone:
Normally accepts used oil, automotive batteries and antifreeze
Sommermeyer Recycling Facility on Sommermeyer St.:
Since we aren’t Houston residents, we can’t use the dump facilities, but
they will take recycling: paper, glass, metal and plastic.
TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the
teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.
krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your
name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and
the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want
on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails
in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want
to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will
remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.
DISCLAIMER: Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible
for those listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check
out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a
list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs.
Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those
seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.
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SAVINGS TIPS THAT ADD UP TO BIG BUCKS
You can find little savings here and there that will add up over the course
of the year and really make a difference to your bank account. Start today
by making these simple, fast changes to the way you shop and live:
• Do the double. Plan your grocery shopping trips on the day your supermarket
doubles coupons or offers special discounts to groups such as veterans or
school teachers.
• Never pay shipping. Search for online coupons codes before paying
delivery fees from any online retailer.
• Plan meals based on sales. Write the grocery list with the store flyer
in hand. Choose upcoming dinners based on the week’s specials and
seasonal produce.
• Don’t toss leftovers. Instead, recycle them into another meal. Use
leftover rice in soup or save grilled chicken to top a salad. Leftover fruit
salad makes a wonderful fruit smoothie.
• Shop online clearance sections. Click on sale tabs on merchant website
sites first to find the best deals.
• Stack coupons. Pair manufacturer coupons found online or in the
newspaper with in-store sales or coupons. If the store has a customer
savings card, you may be able to use that to triple the savings.
• Sign up for free newsletters. Emailed and printed newsletters and
updates from your favorite retailers often come with coupons or special
member-only offers.
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CYPRESS FALLS BAND FUNDRAISER
The Cypress Falls Golden Eagle Marching Band lined our
neighborhood with nearly 700 US flags recently through their Flags
with Pride fundraiser. For an annual fee of $40, band volunteers
will deliver a 3’x5’ flag on a 10’ pole and place it in front of your
home on six patriotic holidays throughout the year: Presidents
Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriots Day
(9/11) and Veterans Day. The band is now taking orders for 2021
flag service and is running a special promotion: new customers
that sign up by November 5 th will get a flag for Veterans Day 2020
included for free! Homes must be in the Cypress Falls High School
attendance zone. Visit https://www.cypressfallsband.org/flagswith-pride/
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competitions. Many other band
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postponed due to the pandemic so
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important for them. Help the band line
our streets with flags!
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GARAGE SALES
CONCORD BRIDGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020, 8 AM TO 2 PM
West Little York between Eldridge and Hwy 6.
WESTGATE FALL GARAGE SALE - OCTOBER 3, 2020
Located off of Barker Cypress between Longenbaugh and FM529.
COPPERFIELD EASTON COMMONS FALL GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 RD , 7 AM-3 PM
Located in Copperfield between Longenbaugh and West Rd.
COPPERFIELD SOUTHDOWN VILLAGE FALL GARAGE SALE
OCTOBER 10 TH
Located in Copperfield off of Longenbaugh near Hwy. 6.
COPPER VILLAGE FALL GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 TH FROM 7 AM TO 12 NOON
West Road - between Hwy 6 & Queenston
ABERDEEN GREEN NEIGHBORHOOD WIDE GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 TH
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south of Hwy. 290.
BERKSHIRE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 TH
Located off of N Hwy 6 between West Little York and Kieth Harrow Blvd.
Lots of bargains!
COPPERFIELD MIDDLEGATE GARAGE SALE
OCTOBER 17 TH , 7 AM - 3 PM
Rain date is scheduled for the following Saturday. Located in Copperfield
between Longenbaugh and West Rd.
THE STAR OF DESTINY (KATY) CHAPTER GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2020.
Star of Destiny (Katy) Chapter, National Society Daughters of the
American Revolution will hold our annual fundraising garage sale on
Saturday, October 24, 2020.
The sale will be held from 8 AM to 12 PM at Estates of Chesterfield Swim
and Tennis Club, 1707 Briarchester Dr., Katy, Tx. 77450. There will be
household items, fine china, furniture, toys, books and much more! The
items are reasonably priced and this sale is our main source of funds for
patriotic activities with troops, schools, libraries and military families.
The Star of Destiny Chapter is an organization with over 100 members
so there will be plenty of items from which to choose. Please come and
check out all the treasures! Due to Texas rules on social distancing, masks
will be required and we limit the number of people in the clubhouse at
the same time.
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CRAFT SHOWS
AMERICAN LEGION POST 200
15 TH ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFT SHOW
330 Legion Road, Wallis, TX
October 24, 2020: 9 AM-4 PM
October 25, 2020: 10 AM-4 PM
Musical Entertainment
Hamburgers & Chopped BBQ on Bun
Desserts & Drinks
$1 Admission for Hourly Door Prizes
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VENDOR REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Are you crafty? Are you a distributor for a specialty item? Saint Aidan’s
Episcopal Church has opened vendor registration for our 7 th Annual Fall
Festival and Holiday Market! The market and festival will be held Sunday,
October 25, 2020 from 10 AM-4 PM. We will have both indoor and outdoor
booths. Saint Aidan’s is located in Cypress at 13131 Fry Road – just south of
Hwy 290. Our festival features Market Booths, Children’s Area, Petting Zoo,
Pony Rides, Food Vendors, Silent Auction, Music, Cake Walk and a Trunk
N Treat. For more information and to register online, visit our website at
http://aidanschurch.org and click on the Fall Festival icon or if you prefer
to mail in your registration, you can obtain a Booth Reservation form by
contacting us at 281-373-3203 or email fallfest@aidanschurch.org. Saint
Aidan’s Episcopal Church is located at 13131 Fry Road, Cypress Texas 77433.
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What is Birdies for Charity®? Birdies for Charity® is a fundraising program
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through the Houston Open. 100% of your donation goes directly to the charity
of your choice. The Houston Open will also award the top three donationcollecting
charities and one randomly drawn charity with an additional
bonus. In 2019, the Houston Open distributed $615,000 to local nonprofits.
How can I participate in Birdies for Charity®? There are two ways to donate
to the Birdies for Charity program:
1. Make a pledge of one cent or more for every “Birdie” made by the PGA
Tour Pros during the Houston Open. If 1,500 birdies are made during the
2020 event, here are the totals for some typical pledge amounts:
• 1 cent pledge = $15 total pledge
• 3 cent pledge = $45 total pledge
• 10 cent pledge = $150 total pledge
• $1 pledge = $1,500 total pledge
The minimum birdie pledge is $.01 and the maximum pledge is $1. The
last day to submit a pledge is Sunday, November 8, 2020. Last year, 1,244
birdies were made at the Houston Open. FYI we are playing at a new
course this year.
2. Make a flat donation not tied to birdies. For flat donations, the minimum is
$20. To donate, please visit our Charity page at www.houstonopengolf.com.
Grand Prize: You are eligible to enter our “Guess the Birdie” contest when you
donate or make a pledge to one of our local charities. Guess the total number
of birdies that will be made by PGA Tour Pros during the Houston Open,
Nov. 2-8, 2020. One grand prize will be given to the person who guesses
the correct number. In case of ties, winners will be randomly selected. One
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Most importantly, I recognize the importance of staying present. It’s this present-moment
awareness that serves as my greatest daily teacher. And with the pink-hued mania now
lighting up October, we all have the opportunity to infuse our support and awareness
with a healthy dose of mindfulness. Here are a few tips:
5 WAYS TO MINDFULLY HONOR BREAST
CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
by Paige Davis, a survivor’s blog
For many breast cancer survivors, including
myself, the pink frenzy of October can be a
confusing time. On the one hand, as a survivor, I
appreciate this raised awareness and am grateful
for the role it has played in my own healing
journey. The opportunities to get involved and
show support are plentiful. Fashion, beauty,
food and design invite us to purchase pink in
the name of breast cancer awareness, but that
also makes it confusing.
For the most part, I’m past my cancer bubble. I
don’t think about it every day. And yet, I can’t
deny some old habits from that time still kick in.
Every now and then, I’ll wake up on a Thursday
thinking it’s chemo day. Occasionally, I’ll step out
of the shower and see the scars on my body and
just stare in wonder: How did this happen? And
while it happens much less, I admittedly still get
hit with overwhelming moments of emotion
that wash over me at the most unpredictable
times.
1. Be mindful of your body: Early detection is key in any disease, especially breast cancer.
This is an ideal time to schedule a mammogram for yourself or remind a loved one. You can
also commit to performing monthly self-exams, which is how I found my cancer. Treat your
body with personal mindfulness and attention.
2. Connect with loved ones. Most likely, we all know someone who is going through
or has been through some type of cancer, breast or otherwise. Reach out to that person
and let them know you’re thinking of them. It’s the random texts, calls and social media
messages that mean the world to anyone who has been touched by cancer. If you are more
of a “doer,” offer something more tangible: arrange for a cleaning service; organize meals;
offer rides to appointments; gift cozy items for chemo days; and sending fresh flowers.
My cousins came together and arranged to have weekly flowers delivered throughout my
treatment - that was amazing.
3. Show your support mindfully. There is no question that the big foundations can play
a pivotal role when it comes to cancer research and finding a cure. Consider embracing
causes that support overall women’s health and helping the diseases that don’t receive the
level of awareness and support that breast cancer does.
4. Donate with intention. I’ve also been on the other side of watching loved ones go
through cancer, so I understand the helplessness. I get the desire to take action and do
something - anything. If dyeing your hair pink or buying a designer handbag makes you
feel like you’re helping, then by all means do it. But do the research and understand where
the funds are going and make sure that resonates with you.
5. Practice a “loving kindness meditation.” I’m a big believer that when we meditate,
we are helping to raise the positive vibration of ourselves and those around us. One of
the best tools to do this is to practice a loving kindness meditation. Picture someone you
know who is going through cancer. If you don’t know anyone, imagine someone who is
experiencing any type of struggle. Picture them as you breathe into your heart center and
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10 Ideas for
a Spooky
Quarantine
Halloween
While Halloween might look different this year, that doesn’t
mean it should be boring. Who would have thought social
distancing recommendations that first came about in March
would still be in effect in October? However, given the
ongoing coronavirus pandemic, you’ll have to take some
precautions to make sure your Halloween is safe. But, just
because you’ll need to put some more thought into this
year’s spooky celebrations, doesn’t mean they need to be
any less fun. Here you’ll find our favorite (safe) ideas for
your quarantine Halloween. From a movie night to outdoor
outings, it’s time to get planning.
Watch a Spooky Movie: There’s certainly no shortage of
Halloween movies. From family friendly classics (Hocus
Pocus, Casper) to horror flicks (Halloween, Silence of the
Lambs), there’s something in the Halloween œuvre for
everyone. Swap your popcorn for candy corn and let the
movie marathon begin.
Visit a Pumpkin Patch: Already a great autumnal outdoor
activity, many pumpkin patches, apple orchards and farms
are implementing social distancing protocols for their visitors.
Make sure to grab some apple cider while you’re there.
Carve Jack-O’-Lanterns: Once you’re done
picking the pumpkins, it’s obviously time to
carve. Whether you’re aiming for a classic
jack-o’-lantern face or a more original design,
pumpkin carving is the perfect activity to do
outdoors, distanced from friends or with kids
at home.
Decorate Your House: Choose either a cute or
spooky aesthetic and then fashion your digs
appropriately. Grab a scarecrow, decorative
gourds and maybe even some hay to elevate
your porch.
Take a Drive or Hike: In many areas, October also brings stunning fall foliage. A
perfect way to embrace the season is to drive and observe the changing leaves. Better
yet, get outside and fully immerse yourself in autumn with a nature hike.
Bake Some Sweet Treats: Who says Halloween is all about the candy? This is the
perfect time to get creative with your baking. Decorate some spooky cookies or build
a (haunted) gingerbread house. You’ll have both an activity and a yummy dessert.
Host a Zoom Halloween Party: If you can’t physically attend a Halloween party this
year, don’t forgo celebrating. Get a group of friends together and plan a time for you
all to dress up, catch up and enjoy. Costumes mandatory (at least from the waist up).
Stir Up a Spooky Cocktail: Fetch the dry ice and grab the tequila-time to make some
on-theme drinks. And for the little ones? A Halloween mocktail is sure to excite.
Craft a Halloween Playlist: There are more Halloween-themed tunes than you’d
expect. There’s the age-old classic “The Monster Mash,” along with more modern
interpretations like “Heads Will Roll” and “She Wolf.” So, build a playlist curated to your
tastes and let the costumed dance party begin.
Decorate Themed Face Masks: There is perhaps no more “2020” Halloween activity
than decorating a face mask. Whether you’re doing it for yourself or with your kids,
make your mask match your costume or have it be a costume in itself. Some ideas
include animal faces, creepy grins or a pumpkin pattern, but feel free to get creative.
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How to Carve A Pumpkin
When it comes to pumpkin carving, the idea is to have fun. We’ve got tips
on carving the best pumpkin, as well as how to pick a good pumpkin for
carving!
HOW TO PICK A GOOD PUMPKIN FOR CARVING
Look for one that is a little misshapen. Inspect it for soft spots (especially the end
opposite the stem). Reject a pumpkin that has soft spots, they will cause it to
deteriorate quickly. Remember, your pumpkin doesn’t have to sit on its base, in fact,
that’s often its weakest spot.
Let the pumpkin guide the shape of the face: An elongated pumpkin should have an
elongated face. A fat and happy pumpkin should have a fat and happy face.
HOLLOW OR WHOLE?
There are two reasons for hollowing: (1) If the inside is going to be exposed (through
the mouth, etc.), it looks better if it is hollowed neatly. (2) If you plan to light the
pumpkin from the inside, it must be hollow. You can hollow it out from a hole
in the back instead of the top, so that the look of the face isn’t affected. If you’re
illuminating with a candle, you need to hollow from the top to allow the heat and
smoke to escape.
THE TOOLS
Use a water-based marker to outline the face that you want to carve. First, draw a
line down the center to establish symmetry. Then sketch the nose, the approximate
center of the face. Once you’re satisfied with the details, trace over the lines using a
permanent marker. For carving, basic kitchen implements, such as a paring knife or a
steak knife with a standard - not serrated - blade that’s not going to bend, work well.
You can also use a standard jigsaw blade. Otherwise, improvise: Use a melon-ball
cutter to make circles, for example.
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MAKE A FACE
To achieve a three-dimensional appearance, carve the entire pumpkin. Exaggerate
the features. (If you aren’t sure what teeth really look like or how the gum line works,
smile and look in the mirror.) If the pumpkin is frowning, carve wrinkles under the
mouth. To add character, carve a lot of “crow’s feet” lines around the eyes. Consider
using the stem as the nose and inserts such as radishes for the eyes or cut eyeballs
from the back of the pumpkin and hold them in place with toothpicks.
CARVE WITH CARE
Use two hands at all times: one to control the blade and the other to control the
pressure with which you cut (and thus the depth). Take care not to jab the blade
into the pumpkin; you don’t want to cut all the way through the rind - except to
determine its depth. The thickness of the rind will vary, not only from pumpkin
to pumpkin, but also within one pumpkin. To determine your pumpkin’s average
depth, cut a core sample where you want an eye or a nostril to be. Keep that piece
nearby as a reminder of how deep you can safely cut.
ENJOY IT WHILE IT LASTS
Pumpkins, which are actually a fruit, not a vegetable, are 90 percent water, so after
carving they usually last only three days to a week. A jack-o’-lantern with a surface
carving will last longer than one that is cut all the way through. Putting a candle
or other light inside will shorten its life span, as the heat that results can “cook” the
pumpkin and reduce its longevity to a matter of hours. For a bright, shiny finish,
spray Armor All on the pumpkin and rub it in. Paint will not preserve a pumpkin.
However, if you decide to paint your pumpkin for decoration, use a water-based
latex paint and wait at least an hour after carving so that the cuts you have made in
the pumpkin have a chance to dry.
Source: www.almanac.com
October 2020 | Copper Grove

Celebrate Halloween Safely
YOU CAN STILL HAVE YOUR TRICKS AND TREATS—
WITH A TWIST.
By Lisa Milbrand
At this point, we’ve mastered the Zoom party, the socially distanced backyard soiree, and the safest
way to host family and friends. Now we get to put our newfound safe socializing skills to the test
with the first big event of the fall/winter holiday season: Halloween. With Halloween falling on
a Saturday this year and several challenging months behind us (and likely more to come), it’s
only natural that people want to celebrate, big time. But many of the traditional things to do on
Halloween—parties, parades, haunted houses, and crowds of kids trick-or-treating—may feel a
little questionable during a pandemic. But don’t cancel your Halloween costume order or forget
your ideas for easy Halloween costumes just yet. With a little creativity, you can still have a spooky
time without putting your health or the health of others at risk. Read on for our smart ideas for a
safe Halloween 2020 during coronavirus.
1 - Tweak your trick-or-treat routine
Trick-or-treating may still be in the cards, as long as the COVID-19 numbers near you are relatively
low. “Just like we check the weather on Halloween to see what precautions and extra gear might be
needed, knowing the current state of COVID-19 in your community will be important in determining
if it is safe or not,” says Michelle Barron, MD, medical director for infection prevention and control at
UCHealth in Aurora, Colo. “Follow the current rules and guidance being given at the state
and local level, and do a risk/benefit analysis based on the health of the individuals
trick-or-treating and those who live in the household and decide if the risk of getting
potentially exposed to someone with COVID-19 is worth the bag of treats.” If you can’t
trick or treat the traditional way due to the pandemic, look for ways to manage it creatively. You
can buy your kiddo’s favorite candy and let her trick-or-treat door to door within your house, or
have her walk through the neighborhood so she can show off her costume, then come home to a
special treat or toy.
2 - Find a safe way to give out treats
Dr. Barron recommends individually wrapping up treats and putting them out in your yard or on
your stoop so there’s space between the bags for people to easily pick them up. You can put them
on a blanket on the lawn or a table on your driveway or porch. And if you’re game to go through a
lot of hand sanitizer and wear a mask, you could still hand out the treats yourself. “If you are going
to hand out candy, I would recommend having a small bottle of hand sanitizer and using it before
handing out the treats,” Dr. Barron says. “This is probably a better approach than having a bowl that
many hands can reach into at one time.”
3 - Work a (real) mask into your costume
This is the year to break out your ninja costume—or slip a second safety mask under your
Michael Myers or ghost masks: whatever you have to do to make a Halloween costume with a
mask. Doubling up the masks is safe, Dr. Barron says, but comfort is also key. “If you are wearing
another mask under a rubber mask, you want to make sure that it doesn’t get too hot and that the
person wearing it can easily breathe,” she says. Sadly, your Halloween mask probably isn’t up to par
as a safety device. “Most Halloween masks are not designed to contain droplets,” Dr. Barron says.
4 - Keep the party outdoors
As with most entertaining these days, outdoors (and small) is best if you want to throw a Halloween
party. “Masking and social distancing are still important,” Dr. Barron says. “Food and drinks should be
prepackaged or in single servings and hand sanitizers should be readily accessible. Setting up chairs and
tables so that everyone can be social but still maintain space between each other should be considered.”
5 - Research events before you go
If you’re a big fan of picking pumpkins, hay mazes, costume parades, and haunted houses, you may
still be able to take part. But do your research beforehand to see how they’re planning to make it
safer (such as limiting participants or requiring masks), to see if you’re comfortable with their plans.
And as with everything else, outdoors is better. “Outdoor activities like pumpkin picking and corn
mazes are great things to do and are probably lower risk than other types of indoor activities as long
as masks are used and social distancing is adhered to,” Dr. Barron says.
6 Get creative with your celebrations
There are plenty of ways to get your Halloween on, so think outside the box. Set up a movie
projector and screen and host a marathon of your favorite Halloween movies on Netflix in your
backyard for a few friends, or host a Zoom dance party where your friends can gather and learn the
“Thriller” choreography or do the “Time Warp” all together. “Let creativity reign!” Dr. Barron advises.
“I never thought I would have fun at Zoom Dance party, but I did this for a friend's birthday and it
was pretty great.” You never know what might become a new Halloween tradition.
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