{"638738":{"#nid":"638738","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Practicing a Safe Labor Day Weekend","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELabor Day weekend marks the end of summer; it is also a popular time to travel. Health officials recommend staying home as the best way to protect yourself and others from Covid-19.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESo, this holiday weekend, your best move might be to take a \u0026ldquo;staycation.\u0026rdquo; We are encouraging all students to stay on campus instead of spending the long weekend traveling. We hope you will take this opportunity for a well-deserved break, relax, and recharge. Use this holiday break to practice self-care and reenergize yourself for the remainder of the fall semester.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you are staying on campus, here are some of the activities and services that will be available:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETry out one of the new outdoor social distancing tents on campus! Ten outdoor tents have been installed across campus to provide additional space for you to socialize while social distancing.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/map.concept3d.com\/?id=82#!ct\/50861\u0022\u003EView this map for all 10 locations.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe CRC is open Friday, Saturday, and Monday. Visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/home\u0022\u003Etheir website\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for hours of operation or to pre-register online for a facility access time slot.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EMultiple registered student organizations are hosting virtual and in-person events throughout the weekend.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/events?shortcutdate=this_weekend\u0022\u003EVisit the Engage calendar for more information\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAlternative Service Breaks (ASB) is hosting a virtual meet and greet on Sunday, Sept. 6.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/event\/6321200\u0022\u003EVisit their Engage event site for more information.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWondering where to eat?\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/884b2111ce1d15c3b94383320\/files\/842526e4-6d83-459f-8b54-bdb254920ed9\/Labor_Day_HOO.pdf\u0022\u003EHere are your on-campus dining options\u003C\/a\u003E. And West Village will be open throughout the weekend if you are looking for additional space to socialize while social distancing.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you are looking to get outdoors, here are a few local ideas that might spark your interest while minimizing your risk. Make sure to bring and wear a face covering.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.tripsavvy.com\/atlanta-area-lakes-and-beaches-4070344\u0022\u003ELakes\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; There are some wonderful lakes near Atlanta that might give you that sense of adventure while also allowing for social distancing.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.10best.com\/destinations\/georgia\/atlanta\/attractions\/parks\/\u0022\u003EParks\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; Have a picnic or cookout at one of these top 10 parks in Atlanta. Be mindful of physical distancing if other people are picnicking as well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gibbsgardens.com\/\u0022\u003EGibbs Gardens\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; 292 acres of beautiful gardens, trails, ponds, bridge crossings, waterfalls, and more. Go check out what\u0026rsquo;s in bloom.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.stonemountainpark.com\/Activities\/Recreation-Golf\/Hiking-Trails\u0022\u003EStone Mountain\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; Hike one of many trails and catch some of the most breathtaking views in Georgia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/starlightdrivein.com\/nowplaying\/\u0022\u003EStarlight Drive-In Theatre\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; Miss movie theaters? Do a drive-in instead!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOr check out these virtual events in Atlanta this weekend.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.dragoncon.org\/\u0022\u003EDragon Con\u003C\/a\u003E: this celebration of pop culture will include new content, old favorite experiences, contests, livestreams, and more. Sept. 3 \u0026ndash; 7.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/bit.ly\/DECbookfest19\u0022\u003EDecatur Book Festival\u003C\/a\u003E:\u0026nbsp;Celebrate books of all genres and topics with authors, chefs, journalists, and more during this virtual event. Sept. 4 \u0026ndash; Oct. 4.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you do plan to take a road trip or flight for Labor Day, there are factors you may want to consider\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/travelers\/travel-in-the-us.html\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;during the coronavirus pandemic.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo matter what you do this weekend, plan it safely. Remember,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\/jackets-protect-jackets\u0022\u003EJackets Protect Jackets\u003C\/a\u003E. Here are some additional tips to minimize risk:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mytest.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGet tested\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;this week and plan ahead to get tested next week. Testing will not be available on Monday, Sept. 7.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWear a face covering and bring extras wherever you go.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPractice physical distancing by maintaining at least 6 feet from others.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWash your hands often and carry hand sanitizer with you.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELimit interactions to small groups with social distance in outdoor settings.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EContinue to use your\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\/daily-checklist\u0022\u003Edaily self-checklist\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd have a fun, relaxing, and safe Labor Day weekend!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"We are encouraging all students to stay on campus instead of spending the long weekend traveling."}],"uid":"35052","created_gmt":"2020-09-03 11:58:34","changed_gmt":"2020-09-03 13:05:49","author":"mcarter80","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-09-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2020-09-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"638743":{"id":"638743","type":"image","title":"Labor Day","body":null,"created":"1599138185","gmt_created":"2020-09-03 13:03:05","changed":"1599138185","gmt_changed":"2020-09-03 13:03:05","alt":"tents","file":{"fid":"242873","name":"Tents 6.jpg","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/Tents%206.jpg","image_full_path":"http:\/\/www.tlwarc.hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/Tents%206.jpg","mime":"image\/jpeg","size":518742,"path_740":"http:\/\/www.tlwarc.hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/Tents%206.jpg?itok=VOdfRaRA"}}},"media_ids":["638743"],"groups":[{"id":"1182","name":"General"},{"id":"1269","name":"Student Life"}],"categories":[{"id":"129","name":"Institute and Campus"}],"keywords":[{"id":"140311","name":"labor day"},{"id":"4104","name":"holiday"},{"id":"185780","name":"holiday weekend"},{"id":"349","name":"campus"},{"id":"5419","name":"Travel"},{"id":"185781","name":"holiday travel"},{"id":"184289","name":"covid-19"},{"id":"729","name":"pandemic"},{"id":"167060","name":"safety"},{"id":"183843","name":"coronavirus"}],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}}}