The wedding season is underway, and beaming brides-to-be are getting ready to walk down the aisle. The celebration of a wedding – whether simple or elaborate – is a special time for a couple, their families and friends. Ring the wedding ... Read more
BUZZING BEES
Spring is a hectic time of the year – around the house, in the garden, on the farm. In fact, some folks say they’re “busy as a bee” in the springtime. Why the comparison? Just like the bees, people are flying from one chore or activity to ... Read more
SPRING COMES CALLING
The wait is over. Springtime is officially here – at least on the calendar. It’s time for sun-kissed days, gentle breezes, birds and blossoms – and an occasional shower of rain. The arrival of spring is a welcome relief after the cold and ... Read more
TIME, TIME, TIME
Spring forward, fall back – sound familiar? The daylight hours will soon be longer, thanks to the arrival of Daylight Savings Time (DST) in March. Setting your clocks - and other timepieces - forward one hour might conjure up a memory or ... Read more
YOUNG AT HEART – February Activity Ideas
If you’re celebrating another birthday soon, you might hear this cliché: You’re only as old as you feel. Age is just a number, and despite what the calendar might indicate, you can still stay “young at heart.” This month’s newsletter will ... Read more
WINTER COMFORTS – January Activity Ideas
The song says it best: “Baby, it’s cold outside.” While you may not enjoy tromping through the snow and ice or dealing with the frigid temperatures outdoors, you can still enjoy some of the comforts of winter indoors. Hot cocoa, a stack of ... Read more
YEAR IN, YEAR OUT – Activities for December
Days, weeks, months, years – oh, how time flies! Before this year comes to an official end, your group might enjoy some sessions that focus on the passing of years. We all have a version of “It seems like just yesterday…” The activities ... Read more
NO PLACE LIKE HOME
The holiday season is fast approaching, and many people are making plans to travel “home” to be with relatives and loved ones. Wherever it may be, “home” holds a special place in our hearts. Rekindle a few nostalgic memories of hearth and ... Read more
HARVEST TIME
Fall is the season of harvest. Whether you take a trip to the pumpkin patch, go to the local farmers’ market for produce, pluck grapes from the vineyard, or enjoy a family outing to the apple orchard, you’ll find bountiful crops – pumpkins, ... Read more
KITTENS AND CATS
Leaf through the family photo album, and odds are, you’ll find some snapshots of children and their pets. Pets – especially dogs and cats – are treasured members of the family. They provide unconditional love, affection, and companionship. ... Read more
SUMMER WATER FUN
Summer is sizzling so most people are looking for ways to cool off. Whether you head to the beach or the pool, run through the backyard sprinkler, or simply sip an ice cold drink on the front porch, you’ll find plenty of relief with water. ... Read more
PICNICS, PARADES, & PATRIOTISM
Americans will soon be throwing a big birthday party, complete with picnics, parades, and fireworks. Fourth of July festivities are scheduled all across the nation, in rural communities, small towns, and large cities. No invitations are ... Read more
PICTURE-PERFECT JUNE
Glowing brides, beaming graduates, proud fathers, and excited school-aged children are some of the people who will be in the limelight in June. Photographers, both professional and amateur, will be busy capturing lots of special moments for ... Read more
BARGAIN HUNTING
The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, the days are longer and warmer. Yes, spring has finally arrived. Yet there is another telltale sign that a new season has begun – neighborhood yard sales. Early spring marks the beginning of ... Read more
FUNNY DAYS
Watch out! April is National Humor Month, and you might just hear peals of laughter, a fit of the giggles, or a few begrudging snickers – maybe even a “Gotcha!” on April Fools Day. It’s time to load up on the fun! Your group might enjoy ... Read more
WINTER, BE GONE!
If snow is still blanketing your landscape, take heart. Slowly, but surely, winter is beginning to relax its grip. Signs of spring are beginning to emerge – the days are getting longer, frozen ponds are melting, tree sap is running, the ... Read more
CHOCOLATE LOVE – February Activity Ideas
Just when you’ve finished off the last morsel of Christmas fudge, out come the Valentine truffles – rich, decadent, mouth-watering chocolates. The sweet taste of chocolate appeals to both kids and adults, making it a popular gift for many ... Read more
MIND YOUR MANNERS – January Activity Ideas
If you grew up saying “please,” “thank you,” “yes, ma’am,” “no, sir,” and “excuse me,” chances are that someone in your family was a stickler for good manners! Grandma may have taught you basic manners that have stood the test of time, but ... Read more
DECEMBER, THE TWELFTH MONTH
How time flies! We’ll soon be entering the twelfth and last month of the year. Winter officially arrives during December, just as the holiday season is in full swing. The month is associated with family gatherings, special meals, festive ... Read more
AUTUMN LEAVES
Autumn has arrived, and the trees are ready to put on their annual show. From maple to ash, oak, beech, poplar, birch, and hickory – the landscape is about to become draped in vibrant hues of red, yellow, and orange. “Leaf peepers” will hit ... Read more
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