Vibrant colors, crisp air, pumpkin spice everything – fall is here. After a hot, humid summer, the change of the seasons is nourishment for the soul. While Halloween festivities and hayrides are on your mind, October is also National Apple ... Read more
SCHOOL DAYS – September Activity Ideas
Labor Day signifies the unofficial end of summer and ushers in a new school year. After a long summer vacation, kids may dread having to resume a routine while some parents can hardly wait to see the dust trailing behind the school bus. As ... Read more
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER – August Activity Ideas
Summer has been in full swing since before the first official day of summer. With record-breaking temperatures throughout the country, most of us are ready for the heat and humidity to die down. While you and your members wait for the ... Read more
UNDER THE BIG TOP – Activity Ideas for July
Step right up for a month under the Big Top! Many of your members will remember the excitement of seeing the Big Tent pop up, signifying that the circus had arrived. From silly clowns to flame-throwing jugglers, and from lion tamers to ... Read more
THE GREAT OUTDOORS – June Activity Ideas
Ah, summer, the much anticipated season! Longer days and warmer weather offer more opportunities to have fun in the sun. There’s just something about being out in nature that is refreshing and rejuvenating to the soul. With summer ... Read more
LIFE IS A STORY – May Activity Ideas
Everyone has a story to tell. Whether your members’ stories include fairy tale endings or read more like a fable, sharing our life stories allows us to connect with one another. Encourage your members to share their stories as we celebrate ... Read more
WHEN APRIL SHOWERS COME ALONG – April Activity Ideas
April is notorious for rain. Don’t let a damp forecast rain on your parade, though. Whether it’s just sprinkling or it’s raining cats and dogs, embrace the rainy month with the activity ideas below. UMBRELLA ART – Turn umbrellas into a ... Read more
SPRING INTO AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE – March Activity Ideas
The birds are returning, the breeze is turning warmer, the days are growing longer, it’s spring! For many seniors, spring is a welcomed season. If you and your group are feeling the effects of cabin fever after a long, cold winter, Spring ... Read more
FAMILY FOLKLORE – February Activity Ideas
Dad’s fishing stories, Mom’s special Thanksgiving recipes, Aunt Jane’s memory quilts, Uncle Bob’s silly songs, Grandma’s home cures, Great-grandmother’s heirloom jewelry. Celebrating family folklore is one part of preserving your family ... Read more
COZY UP TO WINTER – January Activity Ideas
After the busyness and wonder of the holidays, January can leave a lonely feeling hanging in the air. Instead of allowing the winter blues to set in, embrace the colder weather and shorter days with the activity ideas below. This month, we ... Read more
ALL IS BRIGHT – December Activity Ideas
Light up your community as you plan December activities and events. This month can be especially busy for all of us, but with the right planning and assistance, we can make the holidays bright for everyone. We wish you a month full of ... Read more
A CORNUCOPIA OF A MONTH – November Activity Ideas
The end of October ushers in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Somewhere between cleaning up all the cobwebs from Halloween and decking the halls with boughs of holly, November finds its place in our homes and in our hearts. ... Read more
A SENSE-SATIONAL MONTH – October Activity Ideas
While September marks the official beginning of fall, October stimulates our senses. Dive into all that autumn has to offer, giving group members the opportunity to benefit from sensory stimulation. Our ideas this month can easily stand ... Read more
CLASSICAL MUSIC MONTH – Activities Ideas for September
Music buffs and casual listeners alike can all agree on one thing, without the composers like Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms, there would be no Leonard Bernstein, Paul McCartney, Elton John, or any of the other modern composers we’ve come to ... Read more
A FARMER’S LIFE – August Activity Ideas
August means that the growing season is in full swing for most of the country. Farmers across North America are watching their crops grow, and are hoping for a bountiful harvest in September. For most farming families, tips on when to plant ... Read more
THREE CHEERS FOR THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE – July Activity Ideas
Independence Day quickly comes and goes, but that doesn’t mean the celebration needs to stop after the Fourth. With summer in full swing, soak up the sun and celebrate our nation’s birthday all month long with the ideas below. PATRIOTIC ... Read more
A FAIR TO REMEMBER – Activity Ideas for June
There are few things more traditional and reminiscent of summer than a fair! Whether a city, county, or state celebration, a fair is a time to sample distinct foods and activities that seniors of all ages will fondly remember. Bring a bit ... Read more
PICTURE PERFECT MONTH – May Activity Ideas
Say “cheese” and celebrate National Photography Month in April! You most likely have a digital camera that you already utilize to capture moments at your community. If not, now is a great time to ask your administrator to purchase one for ... Read more
HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? – April Activity Ideas
It’s spring! There are few ways more effective to shake off a bad case of cabin fever than to get outside to breathe in the fresh air and see what colors are pushing up from the dirt. April is Lawn and Garden Month, and we’re diving into ... Read more
LUCK O’ THE IRISH – March Activity Ideas
Hailing from the Emerald Isle, many Irishmen and women sought refuge in America and thus shaped the culture of the United States. With heartwarming Irish blessings eluding to brighter tomorrows, Irish Americans symbolize perpetual optimism. ... Read more
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