Whether it’s the pleasant aromas of Thanksgiving dinner baking in the oven, or the familiar laughter of extended family as they regale with family tales, Thanksgiving holds a vast array of memories. Use this month to encourage your group to ... Read more
SPREAD KINDNESS – November Activity Ideas
Originally launched in 1998 by The World Kindness Movement, World Kindness Day is celebrated annually on November 13. Currently, 28 countries participate in The World Kindness Movement, including the United States, in hopes of making this ... Read more
NOW BOARDING – November Activity Ideas
From the earliest theories of flight to every contraption that promised lift-off, our imaginations have been captured by the idea of soaring through the atmosphere. November celebrates Aviation History Month, a month to recognize all the ... Read more
30 DAYS OF HYGGE: A COZY NOVEMBER
Hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”) is the Danish term for taking pleasure from the simple, cozy things in life and the company of friends. This November, fill your community with hygge and invite participants to slow down before the rush of the ... Read more
A CORNUCOPIA OF A MONTH – November Activity Ideas
The end of October ushers in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Somewhere between cleaning up all the cobwebs from Halloween and decking the halls with boughs of holly, November finds its place in our homes and in our hearts. ... Read more
GRATEFUL HEARTS – Activity Ideas for November
Pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters paired with boots, the crisp chill in the air pointing towards winter: ahh, the holidays are upon us. This month, pause and take a deep breath before heading out to purchase those holiday decorations and ... Read more
FAMILY STORIES – Activity Ideas for November
As you dream of meeting around the Thanksgiving table this year, you may be remembering times spent listening to the stories told in your family during family gatherings. One of the stories told many times in our family was about the time ... Read more
GIVE THANKS
Ripened grain crops, flavorful berry patches, luscious fruit orchards, hardy vegetable gardens, mature grape vineyards – the fall harvest season is well underway. The bounties of the harvest bring a cornucopia of blessings, culminating with ... 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
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
THANKSGIVING MEMORIES
Family, football, parades, and lots of turkey and pumpkin pie have become synonymous with Thanksgiving, the fourth Thursday in November every year. Thanksgiving Day is special for many senior adults who savor memories of family gatherings ... 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
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
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
MUSIC IN FAMILY LIFE
Today's generation of older adults grew up with an appreciation for family and home, neighbors and community. Traditions and rituals were important in family life. For instance, family members shared an evening meal at the end of each day. ... Read more
FIFTIES REVISITED
Have you noticed today's nostalgic craze for the 1950s? Ask your participants what images come to mind when they think of the years 1950-1959. Did they name tail-finned cars, interstate highways, crew cuts, hula hoops, PTA, poodle skirts, ... Read more