This is completely illogical (sorry, OP). People are saying trick or treating isn’t safe but they’ll have a bunch of people over in their backyard? Makes no sense.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Would you have hosted such a party in April? If not, what has changed since then?

Hmmm, in April they didn’t want us touching surfaces, that’s changed. In April, we we’re in complete lockdown, then they came out and said that we’re safer outside, just use some precaution. Pandemic still here, but rules have changed since April. Nobody was having pods in April, now chilling in backyard is fine.

Sure. Tell yourself that.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Only if it was a small group. A huge bash? No way.

+1

A few people, such that it is feasible to maintain distance, the volume of conversation stays low (if people can't be heard easily, they will stand closer), there's space to spread out when eating, etc.? Sure. A big group? Nope.

Op here. I wanted to invite the preschool class. Maybe I should only invite 2-3 families. Our preschool is very inclusive and we have the space. Guess a pandemic changes being inclusive and hurt feelings over not being invited.

Anonymous wrote:Only if it was a small group. A huge bash? No way.

+1

A few people, such that it is feasible to maintain distance, the volume of conversation stays low (if people can't be heard easily, they will stand closer), there's space to spread out when eating, etc.? Sure. A big group? Nope.

Yes, I would attend or host.

Anonymous wrote:Would you have hosted such a party in April? If not, what has changed since then?

Hmmm, in April they didn’t want us touching surfaces, that’s changed. In April, we we’re in complete lockdown, then they came out and said that we’re safer outside, just use some precaution. Pandemic still here, but rules have changed since April. Nobody was having pods in April, now chilling in backyard is fine.

No. Dude! Pandemic..

No.

Would you have hosted such a party in April? If not, what has changed since then?

Not a party. I would socialize with one other family in their yard.

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Anonymous wrote:I would attend or host it. However, if husband said no, then it’s a no for all

Agree. If my DH said no, then I wouldn’t force it.

I would attend provided there were explicit rules: for example, masks must be worn when going inside to use the bathroom.

Lol.

Super small like 4 other kids ok. Otherwise no. Party with standing up = getting too close to others as folks mingle. Small enough to just sit down spaced out and talk while less than 5 kids run around - ok

I am comfortable with trick or treating and think we should do that instead. But if it seems to be "canceled' in my neighborhood then I plan to host a front yard Halloween party for nearby friends. I would attend a backyard party if it wasn't crowded and if people wore masks -- which to me means less food and drink, more games and stuff for kids.

Depends on the size. All backyard, smallish? Yes if people were committed to social distancing and in times when you are maybe closer together for a minute, masking.

I’m risk averse to hosting gatherings right now. I would attend but wouldn’t host. All it takes is one person to spread it to your attendees and you get all the blame and or lawsuits. Maine wedding and that ballet party here in the DC area being prime examples.