Helping Hands | May 27, 2020 | Washington Festivals & Events Association & ASSET
Helping Hands
A newsletter to help you make decisions
during and after the COVID-19 crisis
Resources for WFEA & ASSET Members
ASAE: HEROES ACT expands Paycheck
Protection Program for non-profits
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act, which would provide over $3 trillion for various COVID-19 relief measures, among other provisions. As detailed in
ASAE’s May 12 communication, the HEROES Act expands the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to all associations and nonprofits. The legislation would make several other important changes to the PPP.

Universal Studios Orlando plans first big
reopening for theme parks with limits
Universal Studios Orlando is the first of the major theme parks to announce a date that it will be reopening. A Universal Orlando executive said “This would be a gradual reopening.” WESH-TV in Orlando writes that “Universal would like to start the reopening process on June 1. Only team members would be allowed into parks on June 1 and June 2.” Then on June 3 and 4th there “would be open for limited availability to some passholders.” Then the plan is to have the park reopen to the public on June 5th with limited capacity (though the capacity limit wasn’t announced).

From camping to dining out: Here’s how
experts rate the risks of summer activities
From Allison Aubrey, Laurel Wamsley and Carmel Wroth via NPR

It has been around two months of quarantine for many of us. The urge to get out and enjoy the summer is real. But what's safe? We asked a panel of infectious disease and public health experts to rate the risk of summer activities, from backyard gatherings to a day at the pool to sharing a vacation house with another household.

How to safely put on a live dance show
B y Jennifer Stahl, Dance Magazine

Jacob Jonas Has Figured Out the Impossible: How to Safely Put on a Live Dance Performance

What will shows look like in the future?
By Kevin Curtin, Austin Chronicle

Despite Austin's global identity as a live music capital, for the first time in its known history stage concerts remain anathema. That will change this Friday as economically anxious state leaders compel bars to reopen, followed by musicians and fans' reluctant return to public gathering, but even then – and long thereafter – going to shows will look different.

State Fair still on schedule for September
From King 5 News

Washington State Fair organizers said they are still planning "the state's biggest party" as social distancing measures are relaxed and the economy reopens.

Here’s a blueprint for future PGA events
2020 Memorial Tournament Activation Plan
COVID-19 Fan Engagement Strategy and Protocol Execution

Lazy E Arena gets bulls bucking again
By Tess Maune, Oklahoma City News 9

After a 41 day break Professional Bull Riding is back and using an Oklahoma arena to ensure the cowboys and production crews stay safe.

The PBR has turned to the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie to get back bulls bucking again. The Oklahoma venue hosted the "PBR Las Vegas Invitational" over the weekend.

Grad Night Out planners going bankrupt
Via KIRO 7

Grad Nights party company to file for bankruptcy

King County Creative Handbook:
The Event Community's Complete Guide
It is a critical time to slow the spread of COVID-19, support our medical system, and save lives. It’s also a critical moment for the creative community as individuals, organizations, and businesses. And we’re all working to adapt and move forward in the new reality.

This handbook is being rapidly updated to bring together resources to take care of yourself and your family; to support the arts and culture community; and to prepare for recovery.

Follow University of Washington
“Chris Murray” COVID-19 Model
Referenced in a White House press briefing as the “Chris Murray Model,” IHME’s COVID-19 projections show demand for hospital services and peak numbers of COVID-19 deaths and cases. 

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Washington State’s Whipsmart Resource List
Whipsmart, a new creative economy-focused nonprofit that gives creative professionals the tools they need to succeed, has assembled a resource list that provides a comprehensive list of resources for creatives that will be updated in real time by a dedicated staff member to ensure that the information is timely and relevant. 

This is our eight issue of “Helping Hands,” a weekly newsletter designed to include articles that might help you with your decision making during COVID-19.

If you have story ideas, please let us know, as we’d like to share how you’re dealing with the crisis in future issues.
Helping Hands | May 27, 2020 | Washington Festivals & Events Association & ASSET