We’re adapting to a new normal but lucky for us, we can stick to the six-feet rule and still remain close, with a little help from online communities. Whether it’s book clubs on Zoom or Instagram cooking lessons, the internet is buzzing with ways to stay connected and productive. Scroll down to see our five favourite clubs and decided which one you belong to.
For bibliophiles: Rebel Book Club
Strictly non-fiction, this book club began five years ago in Bali and has since grown into a six-city international community that comes together every month to discuss thought-provoking books. Now hosting online sessions, it has also started daily video chats and a 14-day reading challenge for its Instagram community. This month, readers are curling up with New Power by Henry Timms and Jeremy Heimans.
For budding chefs: Kitchen Quarantine with Massimo Bouttura
By far, the most popular activity during the lockdown, everyone is experimenting in their kitchen. But if you’re looking to really up your skills, do it with Michelin-starred chef Massimo Bottura. He has taken to IGTV to host his own series, aptly titled Kitchen Quarantine where he shares easy to follow recipes every night. Expect a worldly menu of dishes such as Thai green curry, tortellini in cream sauce and pistachio gelato.
For creative souls: Carson Ellis’s Quarantine Art Club
At the Quarantine Art Club, American illustrator and artist Carson Ellis posts assignments every day on Instagram. This ranges from simple self-portraits to painting the view from your windows. Often supplemented with video instructions, these are perfect for someone who is looking to brush up on their art skills.
For music lovers: Club Quarantine with D-Nice
American DJ D-Nice started Club Quarantine, where he plays everything from hip-hop to old school tunes. His live streams have seen the likes of Michelle Obama, Rihanna and Naomi Campbell join in. Join the party every Saturday night.
For the cinephiles: Friday Film Club with Carol Morley
Announcement! Spread the news! #fridayfilmclub is the 1937 version of A Star is Born. Dorothy Parker co-wrote the screenplay! We all start the film at 8pm (UK TIME) & meet here after. Film is in the public domain. Free link:https://t.co/u6N9YUOqGg pic.twitter.com/VUadKRLfXr
— Carol Morley (@_CarolMorley) April 2, 2020
British director and screenwriter Carol Morley hosts virtual cinema sessions on Twitter every Friday night, where you can take a break from binge-watching and get involved in heated discussions over the merits of a film instead.
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