Fun Things To Do In A Power Outage

11/1/2017 (Permalink)

Here in the Tennessee Valley, storms often lead to power outages.  Here are some activity ideas for fun things to do in a power outage. 

• Create shadow puppets on the wall using a flashlight
• Draw pictures in the dark and then laugh at your creations once the lights come back on
• Pack some new books into your activity kit and then have a story time with flashlights
• If the power goes out during the day, enjoy the fresh air with some outdoor play
• Create pictures or secret messages using glow in the dark paint pens
• Play a board game, card game or complete a puzzle (if it’s dark, you’ll have to play by a flashlight)
• Write a letter to a friend or family member that lives far away
• Pack a portable radio, batteries and glow sticks for a glow in the dark dance party
• Pack some old pictures and scrapbook supplies and create some new pages for your scrapbook
• Have a puppet show. No puppets? No problem! Find printable online or DIY ones to make with your family.
• Create cards like thank you cards, birthday cards or get well soon cards that you can use later
• Have a fun ice cream sundae party – because you don’t want that ice cream to melt in the freezer!
• Have a picnic with flashlights, juice boxes and granola bars
• Play with Play-Doh
• Host a tea party for your family and favorite stuffed animals
• Have a silly photo shoot using wigs and old Halloween costumes
• Play hide & seek with flashlights
• Play with bubbles outside. Find DIY instructions online to make your own bubbles with dish soap!

Don’t forget to repack your kit after each use so that it’s ready again for your next power outage or rainy day!

Also, don't forget that Florence Utilities now has real-time updates of any power outages in Florence, Killen, Rogersville and the rest of their services area. 

Visit http://florenceelectricityoutage.com