BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES NORTHWEST REAL ESTATE WEEKEND PLANNER
MAY 15-17, 2020
POPULAR BOOKS/AUDIOBOOKS
THIS IS NOT A FASHION STORY
Learn about taking chances and breaking the rules from the viewpoint of fashion CEO and tech entrepreneur Danielle Bernstein.
BIG SUMMER
This funny novel follows friendship and what it takes to make peace with yourself.
THE ONE AND ONLY BOB
This family-friendly story follows Bob as he sets out on a dangerous journey to find his sister, with the help of his friends.
ATOMIC HABITS
No matter what your goals are, this book offers proven framework for improving your habits.
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POPULAR ON NETFLIX/HULU
DEAD TO ME
Season two released this week on Netflix, covering a story of a widow and her friend as tragedy strikes, and how they deal with the mistake of killing a very high profiled businessman.
THE WRONG MISSY
David Spade’s new comedy follows what happens when a man invites his dream girl to an island resort, but a previous blind date shows up instead.
MRS. AMERICA
This political drama plays both ideas fall between both sides of the aisle during the equal rights movement.
YESTERDAY
A struggling musician awakens to discover he’s the only person alive who knows music from the Beatles.
GAMES/ACTIVITIES
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
The Bud Light Concert Series benefits The American Red Cross, and allows viewers to watch their favorite artists from the safety of home. Tune in each week of May, this Friday features Lady Antebellum and Brad Paisley.
MICHAEL JORDAN
Head to ESPN to catch Michael Jordan’s docuseries taking an in-depth look at The Chicago Bulls’ dynasty through the lens of the 1997-98 championship season
BOARD GAMES
Check out popular board games online, or try your hand at making your own game!
HOMECOURT
Miss playing basketball? HomeCourt AI is a virtual basketball app that has workouts and counts your shooting record.
NIKE RUNNING CLUB
The ultimate running app offers training for those looking to become better runners.
CHILDREN’S PLAYTIME
CURIOUS KID PODCAST
Check out But Why: A Curious Kid Podcast or youtube channel.
DOLLY PARTON READING
Dolly Parton offers online bedtime story readings every week, with books drawn from her popular imagination library.
LIVESTREAM ZOO
The Cincinnati Zoo offers a live stream video series featuring Fiona the hippo. Explore.org offers livestreaming on their website featuring elephants, bald eagles, lions, monkeys, and more! The Smithsonian Zoo, Houston Zoo, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park , and the Monterey Bay Aquarium also offer live streaming as well.
A DISNEYLAND ADVENTURE
You can watch footage of Disneyland rides online, spreading joy and making your home the happiest place on earth.. Or close to it. Use an empty laundry basket in front of the TV, for your little one to climb aboard and enjoy a ride on their favorite Disney adventure without lines.
DIY HAND SANITIZER
You may have noticed hand sanitizer is hard to find on the shelves. Make your own at home as a fun family activity! You’ll need 99% isopropyl alcohol, 3% hydrogen peroxide, and 98% glycerin along with distilled water. Follow the steps here.
THINGS TO DO:
- Explore bucket-list attractions like Machu Picchu and the Taj Mahal without leaving home.
- Billboard offers live a live stream of virtual concerts.
- Calling all seamstresses! Contact your local Jo-Ann fabric store for a mask-making kit! They’ll give you pieces of fabric and you can create masks, drop them back off at Jo-Ann’s and they’ll take them to the local hospital for our heroic medical teams.
Connect on Nextdoor to see what’s going on in your community and check-in with your neighbors. Make sure to practice safe social distancing with neighbors but be sure to check-in with your elderly neighbors. A quick phone call to boost their morale or an offer to walk their dog will go a long way.
