Celebrating the Holidays This Year

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This year's celebrations will look different than any other year in modern history.

While the holidays are traditionally a time to get together with family, this year, it is essential to take every precaution to keep yourself, your family, and your friends healthy. Per the CDC and Montgomery County, here are some tips for keeping yourself and others safe this year:

Celebrate Virtually - Organize virtual meetings for family members, especially high risk loved ones, to celebrate the holidays. Sign up for a free video service like Google Hangouts.

Celebrate SMALL - Keep gatherings to members of your immediate household for the lowest risk of spread. Limit the number of attendees as much as possible.

Celebrate Outside - Keep your larger gatherings outdoors and follow social distancing protocols like wearing masks, using hand sanitizer, and keep at least 6 feet of distance.

Be Informed - Provide up to date information for any guests about COVID-19 safety guidelines. Encourage your guests to bring safety supplies like masks and hand sanitizers.

Prepare food - Prepare food for family and neighbors who might be alone during the holidays. Deliver it to them contact-free.

Shop smart - Avoid large shopping crowds by shopping small and local; this will also support the local economy.

Activities to do with your family from afar - Host a virtual cookie recipe swap. Or schedule a contact-free cookie swap with close friends and family. Watch parades and sporting events at home. Virtually dine together for big holiday meals.