Lift your spirits during this time of quarantine! I’ve been searching far and wide to find recipes, exercise classes and entertainment to help everyone through this difficult time. I truly hope something on this list lifts you up!
- RECIPES
Disney Parks Blog has released a few fan favorite recipes including Dole Whip, Churros, and Grilled Three Cheese Sandwich.
Rosie of The Londoner created a three ingredient peanut butter cookie, ideal for when you don’t have many ingredients in the house.
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie
Williams Sonoma Rosemary Lemon Bread requires no kneading and can be baked in a dutch oven.
- LIVE STREAM EVENTS
Some Good News, created by John Krasinski, will host a Prom on YouTube Friday April 17th at 8pm EST/5pm PST.
- EXERCISE
Joseph Corella’s Broadway inspired cardio dance routines will have you jumping for joy! My personal favorite is his Hairspray routine.
Edge Performing Arts Center hosts Instagram Live dance classes. Follow @edgepac and turn on those notifications!
Ryan Heffington hosts Instagram live dance parties aka “Sweatfest” throughout the week. You’ll be sweating for sure during his high energy dances. For dates and times, check out @ryan.heffington.
- TV/MOVIE
Last night, ABC hosted a Disney Family Singalong! It’s now streaming on ABC and hulu.
If you have Disney+, Onward is a must see. Full of adventure and heartwarming moments!
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is a new musical comedy/drama set in San Francisco. This cast is beyond talented. It has brought so much joy into my life the last few weeks. I hope it does the same for you! The show is streaming on NBC and hulu.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist on NBC
Sanditon, a period drama that is based on Jane Austen’s final unfinished novel, is a dreamy will they-won’t they romance. I was completely whisked away into the village of Sanditon and quickly enamored with all it’s characters. It is available on PBS Masterpiece and Amazon for a free trial period or to purchase.
- MUSIC
The lovely Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith play tunes on their Instagram Live on Sundays at 8pm EST/5pm PST. Their duets absolutely melt me. @mandymooremm @taylordawesgoldsmith
Kat Edmonson will host a live show from her home in Brooklyn this Sunday April 19th 7pm EST/4pm PST. She sings dreamy jazz tunes! If you’re not able to tune in, check out her new album “Dreamers Do”. @katedmonson
Scott Bradlee, creator of Postmodern JukeBox, hosts random live streams on Instagram where he takes requests and plays ragtime versions of each song. Turn on those notifications to enjoy the live stream! @scottbradlee
Skylar Astin, of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, is playing piano and singing from his home on IGTV. I’ve been listening to his version of “I just called to say I love you” on repeat. Swoon worthy! @skylarastin
- ART/POETRY
Jamie Beck, an American photographer living in France, has started the hashtag #IsolationCreation. Each day she creates one original piece of art and shares her knowledge of photography skills for each shot. Check out her gorgeous work and become inspired to create your own piece of art. @jamiebeck.co
Louise Pascal hosts daily Emily Dickinson readings from her garden in France. My favorite reading so far is about hope. @louisepascal
Hope is the thing with feathers
That perches in the soul
And sings the tune without the words
And never stops, at all.
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