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Bethwill 03-19-2021 07:36 AM
Vaccinated people will not catch the virus, and food will NOT be a problem. Enjoy your party.

EnglishJW 03-19-2021 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by vintageogauge (Post 1917605)
I'm not sure if they changed the rules but recently food was not allowed at any gatherings in the rec. centers. Groups such as Bunco used to have snacks but it is no longer allowed. You might want to check with them unless you already have.
I am not sure where you were given this information. We have already checked with the Recreation Department and food is certainly allowed.

Dot Rheinhardt 03-19-2021 07:55 AM
McAlisters or Honey Baked Ham individual box lunches - sandwiches, side cookie.

CFrance 03-19-2021 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Patriceunger (Post 1917865)
He said that everyone has been vaccinated and after more than a year of this it’s time to get back to some normalcy!
If that's true about everyone being vaccinated, and it's also true that the rec center allows food, and it's true that transmitting the virus through food doesn't happen (which has been said all along), then go back to the normal way you served food before the pandemic and don't worry about it.


It's also true that was the longest sentence I've ever written. Sorry.

EnglishJW 03-19-2021 08:01 AM
Thank you to everyone who has responded. We haven't made any decisions yet about the food but we will have something (while also taking gluten free and vegetarian into account). Honestly, many of you seem to have no idea about what has been and is actually going on within our Recreation Centers. There are many group gatherings in virtually all of the centers. We are dancers and it has often been nearly impossible to find an empty room in a rec center. One additional point, our food decision is being made out of consideration for our guests.

EnglishJW 03-19-2021 08:03 AM
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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1917889)
If that's true about everyone being vaccinated, and it's also true that the rec center allows food, and it's true that transmitting the virus through food doesn't happen (which has been said all along), then go back to the normal way you served food before the pandemic and don't worry about it.


It's also true that was the longest sentence I've ever written. Sorry.
I did not say that everyone has been vaccinated. I don't know anything about this.

nhtexasrn 03-19-2021 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1917423)
I would like some advice. We are planning a party of 24 people in a Recreation Center room which we will be renting. We intend to bring a couple of cases of water but would also like to have some simple, safe food for everyone. A platter or two would do but we don't feel some of the guests would be comfortable eating from an open platter. We do not want to ask the people coming to bring any food with them. We spoke with the people at our local Publix and TooJays but didn't come up with anything we thought would work. We are hoping to find a way to bring in simple things (e.g., slider sized sandwiches) that are individually wrapped. We will be very thankful for any and all suggestions but we do indeed intend to go ahead so please don't tell us not to have the party.
Have the party!! If you order platters of food just have serving tongs so no one actually touches the food with their hands. If people are that concerned, they probably won't attend anyway. Have fun!!

G.R.I.T.S. 03-19-2021 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by camaguey48 (Post 1917438)
Don't do it.
Agreed. It sounds like the things I concerned myself with when considering a similar function. I finally decided to go ahead and provide a safe as possible environment. Those uncomfortable will stay home.

FromNY 03-19-2021 09:07 AM
Even pre Covid-19 food at functions was always a concern, allergies, peoples personal hygiene, cat or dog fur. Life I s a risk take what works for you and hope birthday the best outcome. As adults we are capable of making choices. My thought covid friendly means bring your own. Besides after Covid-19 pounds do we nfind? Lots of food?

CFrance 03-19-2021 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1917900)
I did not say that everyone has been vaccinated. I don't know anything about this.
True, you didn't. My bad.

Dbraisted 03-19-2021 11:11 AM
Most sub places even Publix will cut subs in quarters and wrap them. Ruby Tuesday has a box of gloves at their salad bar so platters where everyone uses a glove to serve themselves should also work. Glove and mask until you sit down to eat.

vds2020 03-19-2021 12:05 PM
I used Jersey Mike’s when we had a get together in CA before we left. They can do a box of turkey sandwiches and you can label it etc.,. Same with cookies and all is individually wrapped. Buy assorted chip bags from Sam’s. It worked out well

Penny s 03-19-2021 12:18 PM
Have some one serve with gloves

vintageogauge 03-19-2021 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1917883)
I am not sure where you were given this information. We have already checked with the Recreation Department and food is certainly allowed.
I noted that I wasn't sure and that it was recent and may have been changed.. Some activities still require the masks also. I'm glad they now allow food in the rec. centers. At Water Lilly you still have to wear masks and if you want food it has to be brought in individually and not shared, this was as of last week.

rosaleemusgrave 03-19-2021 12:56 PM
Individually Wrapped Sandwiches
 
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1917423)
I would like some advice. We are planning a party of 24 people in a Recreation Center room which we will be renting. We intend to bring a couple of cases of water but would also like to have some simple, safe food for everyone. A platter or two would do but we don't feel some of the guests would be comfortable eating from an open platter. We do not want to ask the people coming to bring any food with them. We spoke with the people at our local Publix and TooJays but didn't come up with anything we thought would work. We are hoping to find a way to bring in simple things (e.g., slider sized sandwiches) that are individually wrapped. We will be very thankful for any and all suggestions but we do indeed intend to go ahead so please don't tell us not to have the party.
Check with FireHouse Subs. They have a platter pack of individually wrapped 3" sandwiches. 352-430-3870

newbie1758 03-19-2021 01:05 PM
I believe "Chicken Salad Chick" does box lunches too.

Barborv 03-19-2021 02:25 PM
Panera does individually boxed food. We do it at my school at our facility lunches .

mtnest917 03-19-2021 02:26 PM
I bought tiny containers from dollar store (hold about 2 tablespoons). I made 3 kinds of dips and put into containers that could be thrown away after. I used large tongs for pretzels and crackers. I have also seen popcorn prepacked in large coffee cups with saran. You could do the same thing with goldfish etc. Other than that, I would suggest pre-making sandwiches and wrapping. But with condments, etc. That could be iffy. My best idea that I use is the large tongs. I like the ones with plastic claws at the end. Any item you want is easy to pick up yet not touched by human hands. Tongs are cheap.

gadaboutgal 03-19-2021 03:55 PM
Best to stay away from any common serving items such as spoons, forks, tongs-Just about the same as shaking hands with one another.
There are many many possibilities to serve individual items-use toothpicks and skewers for fruits, meats, cheeses, veggies, use paper baking cups for mini sweet roll sliders, single serve salads in bowls and covered with plastic.

jimjamuser 03-19-2021 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1917423)
I would like some advice. We are planning a party of 24 people in a Recreation Center room which we will be renting. We intend to bring a couple of cases of water but would also like to have some simple, safe food for everyone. A platter or two would do but we don't feel some of the guests would be comfortable eating from an open platter. We do not want to ask the people coming to bring any food with them. We spoke with the people at our local Publix and TooJays but didn't come up with anything we thought would work. We are hoping to find a way to bring in simple things (e.g., slider sized sandwiches) that are individually wrapped. We will be very thankful for any and all suggestions but we do indeed intend to go ahead so please don't tell us not to have the party.
OK, I won't suggest waiting until all are vaccinated to throw a party. So, in the interest of human safety, could you please, at least, have the party outside. Or, maybe on the deck of a sailboat - maybe one sailing for Vladivostok, Russia.

Northwoods 03-19-2021 08:33 PM
I just had an event a Rec. center. They have very specific rules about food. You must have someone hand out the food (people cannot help themselves.). It has to be served with tongs. Everything has to be single serve. I was also told if you bring in food you can’t take it out even if no one touches it. It has to be thrown away.
Now... in reality they never checked on us and we were able to leave with extra food.
You should check with the Rec. Center because it will help you decide what you want to do.

bpascani 03-19-2021 09:30 PM
This may sound a bit different, but, we went to a memorial service a month or so ago, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, and they have a catering service. Of course, with Covid, this one was done a bit different, and they provided exactly what you are asking for.. There were about 25 people there, and the family chose 2 different boxed/wrapped lunches. And it was really good. I don't know if they would do something for you or not. It is actually located on 301, really close to Belleview, so you don't have to go all the way to Ocala...you might want to check with them. Their phone number is 352 622 8181 5740 S Pin Ave Ocala, Fl. Have fun, stay safe!

EnglishJW 03-20-2021 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 1918156)
OK, I won't suggest waiting until all are vaccinated to throw a party. So, in the interest of human safety, could you please, at least, have the party outside. Or, maybe on the deck of a sailboat - maybe one sailing for Vladivostok, Russia.
Gee, thanks for your open minded and well thought out response. If you intend to honor your own wishes, I can gladly come over and nail all the doors and windows of your house shut until everything is over.

jimjamuser 03-20-2021 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by EnglishJW (Post 1918435)
Gee, thanks for your open minded and well thought out response. If you intend to honor your own wishes, I can gladly come over and nail all the doors and windows of your house shut until everything is over.
You are welcome for my well-thought-out response. It was actually a 5-second response and I was tired and bored. But, here is a funny and REAL fact that illustrates our divergent views on this subject and the larger nationwide viewpoints that are causing consternation today. The NY Times did a survey and found that one group of Americans overvalued the risks of CV and another group consistently undervalued the CV risks. You seem to be of the undervalue-the-risks group. And I the over-value. Isn't that interesting. I hope that your get-together is extremely enjoyable. And I wonder if those 2 groups of Americans will EVER be able to knit themselves back together again as it was in the '60s through '70s? Good luck.

EnglishJW 03-20-2021 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 1918470)
You are welcome for my well-thought-out response. It was actually a 5-second response and I was tired and bored. But, here is a funny and REAL fact that illustrates our divergent views on this subject and the larger nationwide viewpoints that are causing consternation today. The NY Times did a survey and found that one group of Americans overvalued the risks of CV and another group consistently undervalued the CV risks. You seem to be of the undervalue-the-risks group. And I the over-value. Isn't that interesting. I hope that your get-together is extremely enjoyable. And I wonder if those 2 groups of Americans will EVER be able to knit themselves back together again as it was in the '60s through '70s? Good luck.
I found this response much more valuable albeit not a response to my question. I don't disagree with your characterization of our positions but that was not the conversation I was looking for. We are having a gathering and we want to provide a few small things to those of our friends who will be coming. We respect everyone's positions and decisions. I did not take your initial reply that way.

vintageogauge 03-20-2021 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Northwoods (Post 1918211)
I just had an event a Rec. center. They have very specific rules about food. You must have someone hand out the food (people cannot help themselves.). It has to be served with tongs. Everything has to be single serve. I was also told if you bring in food you can’t take it out even if no one touches it. It has to be thrown away.
Now... in reality they never checked on us and we were able to leave with extra food.
You should check with the Rec. Center because it will help you decide what you want to do.
So you felt you were above following the rules regarding food leaving the event. Nice.

thelegges 03-21-2021 06:22 AM
OP call the rec center ask what the rules are today. Then make the appropriate decisions on how the food should be presented. Then the conflict of certain people can and should just be ignored


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