{"id":22103,"date":"2020-06-29T12:11:57","date_gmt":"2020-06-29T16:11:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eztaxreturn.com\/?p=22103"},"modified":"2023-06-05T14:22:41","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T19:22:41","slug":"5-tips-for-entertaining-safely-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.eztaxreturn.com\/blog\/5-tips-for-entertaining-safely-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Entertaining Safely During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After months of being stuck indoors due to the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/COVID-19_pandemic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">pandemic<\/a>, states are beginning to reopen right in time for summer.\u00a0 Although you may be eager to get the gang together, the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Coronavirus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">coronavirus<\/a> hasn\u2019t completely disappeared, so you need to proceed with caution.\u00a0 Here are some tips for entertaining safely this summer.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-keep-your-guest-list-short\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keep your guest list short<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more people you invite to your event, the greater your odds of getting sick.\u00a0 So, keep your guest list short until things are completely back to normal.\u00a0 Each state is reopening in phases and has its own guidelines for how many people can be gathered in one place.\u00a0 However, according to the President, on phase one you\u2019re allowed a maximum of 10 guests.\u00a0 In phase two, that number jumps to 50 people.\u00a0 Once your area reaches phase three, the restrictions are lifted, but it\u2019s still recommended that you minimize the time spent in large crowds.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-require-guests-to-wear-face-masks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Require guests to wear face masks<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When sending out your invites, be sure to remind your guests to bring their <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Surgical_mask\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">face masks<\/a>.\u00a0 When worn correctly, they can reduce the spread of COVID-19.\u00a0 For proper use, it must cover your nose and mouth without any gaps.\u00a0 Consider purchasing a small case of face masks to provide your guests in case they forget.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-clean-and-disinfect-highly-touched-areas\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clean and disinfect highly touched areas<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The coronavirus can last anywhere from a few hours to several days on different surfaces.\u00a0 To prevent the spread of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Germ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">germs<\/a>, it\u2019s recommended that you regularly disinfect anything people commonly touch.\u00a0 For instance, light switches, doorknobs, tables, and toilets.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-have-hand-sanitizer-readily-available\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Have hand sanitizer readily available<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setup bottles of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hand_sanitizer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">hand sanitizer<\/a> in a designated area to keep your guests outside as much as possible.\u00a0 Choose a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol to kill germs.\u00a0 Usually you only need a quarter sized amount to get your hands clean.\u00a0 Rub your hands together for 15 to 30 seconds or until they feel dry.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-practice-safe-distancing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice safe distancing<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the coronavirus can be spread by people without symptoms, it\u2019s a good idea to keep your distance from others.\u00a0 The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\">CDC<\/a> recommends staying 6 feet apart.\u00a0 Try to position tables and other seating options in a way that allows guests to keep a safe distance.\u00a0 If you have a small backyard, consider holding your event at a local park instead.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">File your taxes fast, ez and securely in 30 minutes or less.<\/h2>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After months of being stuck indoors due to the pandemic, states are 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