Sarah Hopkins

Writer and Artist at American Automobile Association (AAA)

writer & artist. she/her. not really here anymore - find me on the 🦋 website

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Articles

Bike Smart, Ride Safe

1 month ago | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Bike rides are fun, environmentally friendly and great exercise to boot. But, like with any mode of transportation, you need to make sure to keep safety in mind while on two wheels. Did you know? AAA Northeast offers 24-hour roadside assistance for your bike, too! The free service is available to all members. Learn more. Wearing a helmet is the single most important thing you can do to protect yourself when riding a bike.
Hosting a Party for the Big Game? Read This First!

Feb 3, 2025 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

The big game is on the horizon and you’re getting ready to host friends and family to cheer on your favorite team. You’ve wiped the fingerprints from your television screen, gone shopping for snacks and started working on your three-bean dip. But have you thought about safety? If you’re having a game day party at your house this year, keep these home insurance tips in mind. If you’re planning to serve alcohol to your guests, keep an eye on how much they’re drinking.
Sweet AAA Discounts on Valentine's Day Gifts

Feb 3, 2025 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Can’t find something special enough for your special someone? Don’t worry! We’ve rounded up the most romantic Valentine’s Day gift ideas for you to choose from with AAA Discounts. Flowers are a classic way to show someone you care on Valentine’s Day. 1-800-Flowers.com has an entire section of bouquets for such an occasion, titled “Love and Romance.” You can choose from bountiful bouquets of red roses, romantic messages in bottles, elegant orchids, pink lilies and more.
Does Home Insurance Cover Mold or Other Nuisances?

Dec 5, 2024 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Mold is very tricky. Sometimes you don’t notice it at first. Sometimes it festers in corners or behind wallpaper. Sometimes it can even make you sick. But does home insurance cover mold? Rather, does it cover mold removal? Because when you find mold in your house, the very first thing you want to do is get rid of it. Your home is likely your largest investment, and severe mold damage can harm the resale value.
12 Living History Museums in the Northeast

Nov 13, 2024 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Have you ever wanted to see how people lived in the past? You might be familiar with the major historical events of certain eras, but what was day-to-day life actually like? These living history museums can help you travel back in time with the use of reenactments, architectural preservation, live artisans and hands-on activities. Live the elementary-school fantasy of dumping tea in the harbor at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
Celebrating Spooky Season at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Sep 23, 2024 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Ticketed after-hours events are some of the best ways to experience Walt Disney World, especially the Magic Kingdom. With a limited number of guests admitted, you can experience short wait times on the rides, rare character meet-and-greets and unique entertainment offerings. It’s a guaranteed ticket to a good time, but perhaps the most beloved of these events is the seasonal Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This can’t-miss party is held on select nights at Magic Kingdom from Aug. 9 to Oct.
How to Skip Lines at Disney

Sep 11, 2024 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Over the past couple of years, Disney parks have been experimenting with different ways for guests to line up for rides. In 2021, they introduced a paid system called Lightning Lane to replace the previous line-skipping option known as FastPass+At the end of summer 2024, Lightning Lane received a major update that might sound a little familiar to FastPass+ fans. We went to Walt Disney World in August to figure out how to skip lines at Disney using the Lightning Lane rules.
Your Guide to Renters Insurance Coverage

Sep 6, 2024 | magazine.northeast.aaa.com | Sarah Hopkins

Moving into a new apartment or rental can be a project. You have so much furniture, clothes and knickknacks to move into your new place. But once you’re settled, how do you know your belongings will stay safe? You might not think you have expensive things, but could you afford to replace all of them at a moment’s notice? That’s where renters insurance coverage comes in.
Lara Ricote @ Monkey Barrel

Aug 11, 2024 | theskinny.co.uk | Sarah Hopkins

If you’re thinking about bringing a partner, especially a slightly dubious one, to Lara Ricote’s weirdly wonderful hour Little Tiny Wet Show (Baptism) then let me assure you, there’s no cause for concern. Lara will talk them through it (not in a sexual way, although we are privy to her decidedly un-dirty talk), but with endearing understanding. And ultimately, it won’t matter if your partner hates the show anyway, because you’re in a new relationship now – we all are – with Lara.
Kemah Bob @ Pleasance Courtyard

Aug 5, 2024 | theskinny.co.uk | Sarah Hopkins

Kemah Bob has been on the circuit a while and, despite Miss Fortunate being her debut Fringe hour, it’s obvious. Her presence is all-encompassing – so much so that it’s entirely possible to ignore the pressing heat of the Baby Grand, and totally impossible to not be swept up and away into Bob’s manic, chest-achingly funny world. Bob is an excellent storyteller.