Summer is the perfect time for picnics, fireworks, baseball, ice cream, and a trip to a favorite fishing hole. Fishing is a favorite pastime of lots of people. Many older adults learned to fish as young kids, so they have fun-filled ... Read more
FLAG DAY CELEBRATION
On June 14, Americans across the nation see the Stars and Stripes flying across the blue sky, as the United States celebrates the birthday of its flag. President Harry Truman signed an Act of Congress in 1949, designating June 14th of each ... Read more
MOTHER’S FLOWER GARDEN
Remember the sight and scent of the blooming lilac bush outside your grandmother's back door? Such memories often tug on our hearts and bring smiles to our faces. After all, many of us grew up watching our mother or grandmother tend her ... Read more
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Have you ever built a birdhouse, planted a tree, recycled old newspapers, or rode a bike to work? Join the chorus of Americans - young and old - who have learned ways to protect and care for our planet. Your group of older adults can show ... Read more
NAMES
Each person has a name. Your name is an important part of who you are. For instance, a name can tell you about your family and where you originated. Celebrate Your Name Week, observed in early March, is a fun way to show appreciation for ... Read more
WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES
Are you ready for a pleasant wintertime diversion? Winter Olympic Games take place every four years. World-class athletes compete before millions of spectators - in the stands and on television. You can join in the fun and excitement with a ... Read more
COLOR WHITE
Many people associate the color white with the winter season. After all, snow and ice are usually part of the winter landscape. But the cold weather is no excuse to give up some indoor winter fun. Hang a few strings of white lights, frosted ... Read more
CHRISTMAS NOSTALGIA
"It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas," just like the song says. Time to pull out some of your holiday music. Do you have a favorite carol or hymn? What do you think about when you hear the song? Many older adults can name one or two ... Read more
AUTUMN: SIGHTS, SCENTS, AND SOUNDS
Which simple autumn pleasures do you enjoy: gazing at the vibrant orange colors in a pumpkin patch, catching the scent of a burning wood stove, tasting the first apple pie of the season, hearing the rustle of dried leaves, or tending a fall ... Read more
WILDLIFE
Frogs croak, eagles soar, monkeys jump, skunks smell - are you fascinated with wild animals and their behavior? Many people enjoy the pastime of watching wildlife in their natural habitat. Do you enjoy spending time outdoors? Do you like to ... Read more
WALKING (AND TALKING)
Picture this: It's a cool, crisp September morning, and you're about to engage in a favorite wake-up activity - a brisk walk through the neighborhood. Along the way, you wave to the neighbors, hear familiar birdcalls, and see a hint of fall ... Read more
SUMMER’S DOG DAYS
Look at the calendar and you'll discover that the dog days of summer are in full swing. The dog days run from mid-July through mid-August - 40 hot, sultry days. Remember all the ways you tried to beat the summer heat? Older adults can share ... Read more
MEN AND THEIR CARS
The 1954 Chevy Bel Air, the 1949 Buick Roadmaster, the 1956 Ford Thunderbird, or the 1965 Pontiac GTO - men love their classic cars. Say "prized possession," and you're likely to get details of the first car they ever owned. Mention big, ... Read more
FATHER’S DAY
Mention the words tickle, wrestle, and chase to children, and they're likely to think of dear old Dad. Fathers often connect with their kids through playful activities. What kind of fun did you have with your grandfather, father, or a ... Read more
BLOSSOMS ‘N BIRDS
Do you enjoy waking up to the sound of singing birds? Does the pair of mockingbirds in your blooming magnolia tree captivate your eyes? Do you enjoy the sweet scent of your backyard lilac bush? Welcome to spring when buds, blossoms, and ... Read more
HUMOR ME
Does your day include a dose - or two - of laughter? Do you enjoy a good belly laugh at least once a week? Have you found yourself "in stitches" this month? No matter your age, you need humor in your life. April is National Humor Month - an ... Read more
GREEN THOUGHTS
The barrenness of winter is slowly replaced with a touch of green in March. Soon you'll celebrate the arrival of Saint Patrick's Day and a new season! Nature comes to life in vibrant shades of green during the springtime. No wonder it's a ... Read more
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
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
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
