February 1 marks the beginning of the new lunar year, commonly called the Chinese New Year. This year is the Year of the Tiger in the Chinese zodiac. Get your group members into the spirit of the festivities with the fun and ... 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
FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS – February Activity Ideas
Libraries offer a sanctuary away from the busyness of everyday life. They offer an abundance of resources for students, a safe place to play and explore for young children, and keep seniors engaged through adult education. It’s no wonder ... Read more
LOVE YOUR HEART – February Activity Ideas
February is the month of love as we celebrate Valentine’s Day on the fourteenth. But February isn’t just a month for lovers; it’s also American Heart Month. Use the month of February to educate members on ways that they can take care of ... 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
GOURMET ALL DAY – February Activity Ideas
In a month full of Cupid arrows and lots of red hearts, it can be easy to get swept up in celebrating all things romance in February. However, there’s much more to this short month that you can choose to highlight, especially when thoughts ... Read more
WE LOVE ART – Activity Ideas for February
We think that this February is a great month to celebrate all things creative. While you can certainly still celebrate red and pink Valentine’s Day, make this month extra sweet by showing that your community loves all kinds of art. Your ... Read more
HEARTS – February Activity Ideas
February is the month for hearts and the celebration of love and friendship. On the occasion of Saint Valentine’s Day, lovers and friends exchange gifts that come from the heart, such as candy, flowers, and cards. During the observation of ... 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
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
COLOR RED – February Activity Ideas
Attention-grabbing and eye-popping - that’s the way some people would describe the color red. The bold hue conjures up strong feelings such as passion, courage, and anger. Red is often called the color of love. You’re likely to see a lot of ... Read more
STARS – February Activity Ideas
Whether you're gazing at the night sky, saluting the American flag, or watching the annual Academy Awards, you will be seeing "stars." Stars capture our imagination and are often a source of inspiration. The painter Vincent van Gogh covered ... Read more
WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES – February Activity Ideas
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
BLACK HISTORY MONTH – February Activity Ideas
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
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
FRIENDSHIP’S GIFT – February Activity Ideas
Most of today's older adults grew up learning to value family, friends, and community. They experienced the importance of an extended family and a network of friends in hard times such as the Great Depression or World War II. February is a ... 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. What kinds of folklore traditions are unique to your family? Family ... Read more
LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP – February Activity Ideas
February gives you a wonderful opportunity to talk about love and friendship and to plan some endearing activities for your group. Each February we set aside a day to express our appreciation of the special people in our lives: St. ... Read more
1945 CELEBRATION
Consider the words of American novelist Pearl Buck: "If you want to understand today, you have to search yesterday." The same thing can be said of people. If you want to know your clients, start by reflecting on their personal history. This ... Read more
