Category: Fun
Add a little more joy to your weekday with posts designed to bring out the fun in your life, featuring things to do, easy party ideas, games and more
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Unconventional ‘Hocus Pocus’-Inspired Costume Ideas
Hocus Pocus 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 1993 classic, hits Disney+ on September 30, so you better believe Sanderson-themed costumes are going to be hotter than ever. (Not to mention Hocus Pocus-themed parties.) Winnie, Sarah and Mary Sanderson have been staple Halloween costume for a while now, which is why we’re voting that if…
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Why You Can’t Get Taylor Swift’s Music Out of Your Head (Even If You Haven’t Heard It Yet)
Years after being ‘canceled’ following her feud with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift has experienced a revival: Phase one was Lover, revealing a renewal of optimism for the singer-songwriter. Phase two was Folklore/Evermore, the two-album, folksy drop that felt right in line with our need for pandemic escapism. And, on the heels of…
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‘Hocus Pocus’-Inspired Decor That Will Get You So Psyched for the Sequel (and Fall)
Hocus Pocus 2 doesn’t hit theaters until September 30th, but it’d be hard to tell that from a simple search online. Buzz about the movie and merch abound—and considering how quickly Halloween decorations are already selling out (ahem, Skelly and Bath & Body Works’s now-infamous eyeball candle holder)—I have no qualms about daydreaming of Hocus…
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‘Bluey’-Inspired Costume Ideas
When you become a parent, part of the fun of Halloween is dreaming up a whole new take on group costumes: Surly baby? Why, he could be Roy Kent to your Ted Lasso! Or your mini me can be Captain Marvel while you dress up as her alter ego, Carol Danvers. But, sometime after age…
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The Sanderson Sisters Return! Throw a ‘Hocus Pocus’-Themed Party for the Sequel (or Halloween)
After two years of planning alternative Halloween parties, let’s just say: We’re looking for new ways to make the most of spooky season. And with Hocus Pocus 2 coming out this September (Sept. 30, 2022, to be exact), why not start the fun a bit early? Whether you want to throw the ultimate watch party…
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Voodoo Doughnuts in Orlando: Is It Worth the Hype?
Strolling through Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, you can’t help but notice Voodoo Doughnuts: from the towering pink-and-black building to the 12-foot-tall replica of its Voodoo Doll doughnut to its pastry-barnacled throne outside, it’s total Instagram bait. And when you see the 50 (yes, 50!) flavors on the menu, it’s hard to resist making a detour. But…
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The Library Cookbook Club: A Fun Way to Bust Out of a “What’s for Dinner?” Rut
The internet has no shortage of recipe ideas—including several here—but lately, I’ve been on a make-and-repeat rut. Most weeks include some kind of tacos or burrito bowls, spaghetti with a veggie-laden meat sauce, a grilled chicken something-or-other. It streamlined my grocery shopping, but it was getting a little too predictable. And scrolling the web for…
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Review: Are Scratch’s Nail Wraps Worth It?
Getting a manicure can be pricey enough; add intricate nail art to the mix, and it can be a total budget-killer, especially if it lasts only a few days. That’s why, when I spotted a sale on Scratch’s Nail Wraps, I impulse-bought a set—and was pretty impressed with the results. Here’s the full breakdown of…
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What Happened to the Pink Bathroom? (AKA My Most Controversial Reno to Date)
Pink bathroom fans, please sit down before reading any further. I’m going to disappoint you; I know this, because I’ve already disappointed so many, but I have to live my life. And a pink bathroom just didn’t fit into the equation anymore. For years, I leaned into my retro, Pepto-tinted bathroom; I sought ways to…
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‘Night at the Roxbury,’ ‘Talladega Nights’—Will Ferrell’s Roles Make for Great Costumes
We’re a little over a week out from Halloween, and you haven’t settled on a costume. Squid Game seemed like an easy win—until you realized everyone you know is dressing up that way. You want a pop culture costume everyone will get right away (because how annoying is it to explain who you’re supposed to…
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31 Halloween Zoom Scavenger Hunt Ideas
When it comes to online icebreakers, you really can’t beat a Zoom scavenger hunt. They may seem overdone, but they’re the fastest way to get people moving—and engaged, rather than secretly scrolling other sites mid-call. Plus, it’s low pressure, and you learn a lot about each other in the process. So, if you’re planning an…
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‘Mythic Quest’-Inspired Halloween Costume Ideas
It’s hard to believe we’re already on the final day of the 13 Days of Halloween! We figured we’d close things out with an Apple TV+ show that never fails to crack us up: Mythic Quest. ICYMI—which, given the severe lack of programming on Apple TV, we wouldn’t blame you—the comedy follows a group of…
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