After a busy holiday season filled with wonder and excitement, January can leave many feeling lonely and sad. Instead of allowing the winter blues to linger all month long, embrace the worst of the winter season by slowing down. ... Read more
Archives for 2021
JOY TO THE WORLD – December Activity Ideas
The holiday season celebrates so many wonderful U.S. traditions. From trimming the tree to baking holiday treats, Americans both young and old have much to look forward to as Hanukkah and Christmas approach. But what do the holidays look ... Read more
RECIPES & REMINISCENCE – November Activity Ideas
Whether it’s the pleasant aromas of Thanksgiving dinner baking in the oven, or the familiar laughter of extended family as they regale with family tales, Thanksgiving holds a vast array of memories. Use this month to encourage your group to ... Read more
ROLL OUT THE BARREL – October Activity Ideas
What do the Easter bunny, Santa Clause, Christmas trees, and hamburgers all have in common? They all are rooted in German tradition. Since the first Germans settled in Pennsylvania in 1683, German Americans have contributed greatly to ... Read more
SWING YOUR PARTNER INTO FALL – September Activity Ideas
September celebrates National Square Dance Month. Modern western square dancing involves four to eight couples promenading around a square, as directed by a caller. However, square dancing has its roots in English, Scottish, and Irish folk ... Read more
INTERNATIONAL ESCAPADES – August Activity Ideas
August is filled with superb international days to observe. It also happens to be International Peace Month, making it the perfect month to explore other cultures and traditions. Beat the heat with your group and invite members to join you ... Read more
PATRIOTISM, PARKS, & PERFORMANCE – July Activity Ideas
July celebrates Independence Day, National Parks and Recreation Month, and this year, the official start of the Summer Olympics. Kick off the month with patriotic programs. Transition to more outdoorsy activities and explore nature around ... Read more
SPLASH INTO SUMMER – June Activity Ideas
June welcomes the warmest season – summer! Invite members to lather up with sunscreen, put on their sunhat and sunglasses, and head outdoors for some fun in the sun. Splash into summer, with the activity ideas below. MAKE SPONGE BALLS – ... Read more
MIND YOUR HEALTH – May Activity Ideas
May is National Mental Health Month. Since the onset of COVID, mental health has become a hot topic. In the past, mental health has not received the attention it deserves. Today, we have a better understanding of mental health and how it ... Read more
OPENING DAY – April Activity Ideas
On April 1, 2021, for the first time since 1968, every team across the Major League Clubs will throw the first pitch of the season. Baseball has played a very active role in shaping our nation. From the Civil War to the Civil Rights ... Read more
CRAFTING AN EXPRESSIVE MONTH – March Activity Ideas
March ushers in the beginning of spring, a season of renewal and rebirth. As winter comes to an end, it’s a great time to encourage your group to blossom outwards into National Crafting Month. Originally established in 1994 to encourage ... Read more
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH – February Activity Ideas
Originating as part of an initiative by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926, Black History Month has its roots in Negro History Week. It was Woodson’s idea that Negro History Week should always occur the second week of February, bookmarked ... Read more
