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SPLASH INTO SUMMER – June Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Sat, 01 May 2021 13:32:10 +0000

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 – Make several sponge balls with your group to use throughout the month. Purchase rectangular […]

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COWABUNGA, IT’S NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH – June Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Fri, 01 May 2020 01:14:12 +0000

Originally established to promote the sale of milk in grocery stores in 1937, National Dairy Month reminds us all to consume essential nutrients found in a variety of dairy products. Celebrate all things dairy during the month of June with the activity ideas below. The ideas can be used in small group settings or as […]

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WILD ABOUT THE ZOO – June Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Wed, 01 May 2019 00:33:09 +0000

With the arrival of summer in June, this is the perfect month to plan a trip to the zoo. It’s also the perfect month to go “Wild about the Zoo.” This month, we’re celebrating National Zoo and Aquarium Month. Grab your hats and sunglasses, put on a bit of sunscreen, and launch into summer with […]

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS – June Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Tue, 01 May 2018 00:40:16 +0000

Ah, summer, the much anticipated season! Longer days and warmer weather offer more opportunities to have fun in the sun. There’s just something about being out in nature that is refreshing and rejuvenating to the soul. With summer officially arriving on June 21, get a jump start on all that the season has to offer […]

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A FAIR TO REMEMBER – Activity Ideas for June

ElderSong — Mon, 01 May 2017 00:32:39 +0000

There are few things more traditional and reminiscent of summer than a fair! Whether a city, county, or state celebration, a fair is a time to sample distinct foods and activities that seniors of all ages will fondly remember. Bring a bit of the fair atmosphere into your monthly activities in June with these ideas: […]

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JUST KEEP SWIMMING – June Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Sun, 01 May 2016 11:40:52 +0000

As summer temperatures begin to climb, there are plenty of ways to celebrate all things aquatic throughout the month of June. Not only does this month host National Aquarium Month and Fishing Week celebrations, hosting water-themed activities (with or without fish) will go swimmingly for you and for your group. MUSIC – Use things you […]

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BURST OF CHERRIES AND BERRIES

ElderSong — Fri, 01 May 2015 00:05:33 +0000

Grab your pails and baskets – berry season is here. There will be plenty of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries – ripe for the picking! You can eat them fresh from the vine, bush, shrub, or tree. Enjoy the bounty of seasonal berries/cherries as you conjure up memories of carefree summer days. Some “berry” special […]

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BRIDES

ElderSong — Thu, 01 May 2014 01:00:23 +0000

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 bells this month, and enjoy some activities that will evoke favorite wedding-day memories. Some […]

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PICTURE-PERFECT JUNE

ElderSong — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:25:59 +0000

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 families during the month. Invite your group to usher in summer with some activities and images that reflect […]

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GARDENING

ElderSong — Tue, 01 May 2012 01:01:10 +0000

Remember the succulent taste of a vine-ripened tomato from your grandmother’s garden? Seasoned gardeners know there are plenty of chores to do in the coming months, if they want to enjoy freshly picked vegetables from their own patch. Their “to-do” list might look like this: weed, water, prune, stake, fertilize, mulch, pick. Tending the garden […]

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RAINDROPS AND RAINBOWS

ElderSong — Sun, 01 May 2011 12:00:22 +0000

Have you ever marveled at the sight of a rainbow in the sky? When you see the splash of colors, what do they remind you of? Though rare, rainbows are a beautiful sight in nature. People of all ages seem to be fascinated with them. Poets and songwriters find rainbows inspiring. Here are a few […]

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FLAG DAY CELEBRATION

ElderSong — Sat, 01 May 2010 12:00:00 +0000

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 year as National Flag Day. Encourage your group to join in a salute […]

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FATHER’S DAY

ElderSong — Fri, 01 May 2009 12:00:26 +0000

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 father figure? Most of us have a few special memories to share. Fathers will be […]

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MARCHING BANDS

ElderSong — Thu, 01 May 2008 12:00:00 +0000

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 band” and enjoy the occasion. Show a nostalgic photograph of a band and play sounds […]

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GREEN THINGS

ElderSong — Tue, 01 May 2007 12:00:11 +0000

Spring is awash in vibrant colors and fragrance. It’s a good time to enjoy some color appreciation activities with your group members. Take a poll of favorite colors among your group. Green is sure to be cited as a popular seasonal color. Explore how the color green appeals to all of the senses with some […]

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TRAIN TRAVEL

ElderSong — Mon, 01 May 2006 12:00:46 +0000

Warm weather and the sound of a distant train whistle will often evoke memories of America’s past. Train travel was the nation’s preferred means of transportation in the early 20th century. As teens and young adults in the 1930s and 1940s, many older adults were impacted by the days of railroading. Ask your group: How […]

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HOSPITALITY

ElderSong — Sun, 01 May 2005 12:00:46 +0000

Do you have memories of large family gatherings when all of the relatives came for a visit – grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins? The goal was simply to share a meal and enjoy each other’s company. Or, can you recall a time when you opened your home to a new family in your suburban neighborhood? […]

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