Many of adults will remember watching the popular TV mini-series Roots, based on a book by Alex Haley. After viewing the series, Americans of all races learned the importance of discovering their ancestral roots. February is Black History ... Read more
INAUGURATION DAY – January Activity Ideas
Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., is adorned in red, white, and blue every four years on January 20 for the inauguration of a new president. This is an event for Americans of all ages. Older adults have witnessed many such ... Read more
HOLIDAY NOSTALGIA
The holiday season is often a flurry of activities - from shopping and baking to decorating and entertaining. Among older adults there is often a genuine yearning to return to simpler times when a plain, old-fashioned Christmas was the ... Read more
AUTUMN IS GOLDEN
Autumn is in full splendor, with its striking colors. Many people are outdoors, enjoying the crisp, cool days. Whether you delight in gazing at fields of ripe grain, vibrant fall foliage, or drooping sunflower stalks, autumn’s gold is a ... Read more
ELECTION DAY
On the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, every four years, Americans head to the polls to elect the president of the United States. As Election Day nears, voters ponder whom to choose for the nation’s highest political ... Read more
WORKING PEOPLE
As summer comes to an end, Americans get ready to celebrate Labor Day, the first Monday in September. As you plan the last picnic of the season, it’s a good time to ponder the importance of work and jobs. Adults spend much of their life at ... Read more
INVENTIONS
Can you imagine a world without cell phones, DVD players, and the Internet? Most older adults can! Inventions have a great impact on our everyday lives. From the telephone, to toothpaste, to computers, inventions often make our lives easier ... Read more
ICE CREAM
During the hot summer months, ice cream is a popular treat. The bar, the cone, the stick, or the sandwich - they’re all a delight to children and adults. In 1984 President Ronald Reagan proclaimed July to be National Ice Cream Month and the ... Read more
MARCHING BANDS
There are a number of upcoming patriotic holidays, so it’s a good time to enjoy some activities on marching bands and their special brand of music, including marches and other patriotic tunes. Here are some suggestions to "strike up the ... Read more
FITNESS MONTH
Warmer weather and longer days provide more opportunities for physical activity. Whether you walk, run, garden, bike, or swim, physical activity is important for all ages. May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. It’s a good time ... Read more
SPRING BREEZES
What comes to mind when you think of a glorious spring day? Do you think of clear blue skies, warm sunshine, and gentle breezes? How does the arrival of spring make you feel? What colors do you see? What sounds do you hear? What fragrances ... Read more
WOMEN ENTERTAINERS
March is National Women’s History Month. It’s a good time to honor the accomplishments and contributions of women during the month. This post focuses on the world of women in entertainment. There have been many notable females in showbiz - ... Read more
VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION – February Activity Ideas
Got the mid-winter blues? Liven up the season with some special activities for Valentine’s Day. The day isn’t just for sweethearts. You can use the occasion of St. Valentine’s Day to reflect on love and friendship among family and friends. ... Read more
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS – January Activity Ideas
Birthdays are fun for all ages. A good way to commemorate the day you were born is to celebrate with a party. Everybody loves a good party! But there are other ways to have a fun and memorable birthday. Older adults will enjoy a simple ... Read more
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY MEMORIES
Which holiday memories hold a special place in your heart? Listening to "White Christmas" on the kitchen radio, baking a batch of Christmas cookies with your children, or trekking through the woods in search of the perfect Christmas tree? ... Read more
AUTUMN SIGHTS AND SOUNDS
The seasons are changing, and soon nature will create a feast for our eyes! Autumn is particularly colorful - from the leaves on the trees, to the grapes on the vines, to the pumpkins in the fields. It’s the perfect time to make your ... Read more
FIFTIES FAMILY FUN
Remember when hula-hoops, sock hops, drive-in movies, and fins were all the craze? Ah, the good ol’ Fifties! Today’s senior adults were busy raising young families during the decade, but they still managed to find time for some good ... Read more
SCHOOL DAYS
School bells will be ringing again soon. A new generation of school children will be learning the 3Rs, just like their parents and grandparents. August often brings back nostalgic memories of the "good old school days." Many of today’s ... Read more
SUMMER’S SIMPLE PLEASURES
Do you remember running barefoot through the backyard, napping under an old elm tree, or spitting watermelon seeds with your best friend? Ah, the lazy, hot days of summer are here! It's time to celebrate the simple pleasures of the season. ... Read more
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
The wedding season is officially here. Are you thinking about love songs and wedding bells? Summer is typically full of marriage ceremonies and anniversary celebrations. It's a great time of the year to celebrate the joy of love and ... Read more
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