{"id":4006,"date":"2020-05-19T12:35:01","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T16:35:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/talk.talktotucker.com\/?p=4006"},"modified":"2020-05-19T12:35:01","modified_gmt":"2020-05-19T16:35:01","slug":"how-to-celebrate-memorial-day-at-home-during-the-pandemic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/talk.talktotucker.com\/things-to-do\/how-to-celebrate-memorial-day-at-home-during-the-pandemic\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Celebrate Memorial Day at Home During the Pandemic"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Memorial Day parades and other celebrations have largely been canceled, due to safety concerns related to the COVID-19 virus. That doesn\u2019t mean, however, that Americans can\u2019t still celebrate the holiday from the safety of their own homes and backyards.<\/span><\/p>\n

Roughly <\/span>95% of Americans<\/span><\/a> are expected to stay home this Memorial Day weekend, instead of heading out somewhere to kick off the summer season. By celebrating on their own, families can offset the \u201cquarantine\u201d fatigue that many folks are feeling right now after being stuck inside for so long.<\/span><\/p>\n

Celebrating Memorial Day, which honors America\u2019s armed forces and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, is more important than ever in these troubled times. It provides a visual and emotional reminder that we have, as a nation, already overcome many dark days before — and it\u2019s a promise that we\u2019ll do so again.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since you can\u2019t head out to the community barbecue, go shopping at the outlet malls or hit the usual Memorial Day activities safely, here are some ideas that can help you get Memorial Day moving at home:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Join a Virtual Celebration<\/b><\/h3>\n

Fireworks and military honors are still being held this Memorial Day — they\u2019ve just moved online. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is hosting <\/span>its first virtual Memorial Day<\/span><\/a> on May 25. You can view the ceremony for free, right from your favorite laptop or another electronic device.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many smaller celebrations have also moved online — including some fireworks displays. It may not be quite the same as seeing them in person, but check your local listings for an event in your area.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Proudly Fly the Flag<\/b><\/h3>\n
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