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RECIPES & REMINISCENCE – November Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 01:00:59 +0000

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 slow down and be grateful. Ready your group’s hearts, minds, and stomachs for Thanksgiving with […]

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SPREAD KINDNESS – November Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 01:47:21 +0000

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 world a better place. As we often think of gratitude during the month of November, kindness and gratitude often […]

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NOW BOARDING – November Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:21:41 +0000

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 achievements of the men and women who made air travel possible. Explore aviation history with your group this month […]

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30 DAYS OF HYGGE: A COZY NOVEMBER

ElderSong — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 01:02:46 +0000

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 holiday season. Here are ways to incorporate hygge into your activity program and community throughout […]

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A CORNUCOPIA OF A MONTH – November Activity Ideas

ElderSong — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:10:40 +0000

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. Celebrate A Cornucopia of a Month with the ideas below. DREAMCATCHERS – Start […]

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GRATEFUL HEARTS – Activity Ideas for November

ElderSong — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 12:20:18 +0000

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 plan those many holiday parties that the month of December demands of us. Pause and […]

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FAMILY STORIES – Activity Ideas for November

ElderSong — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:10:25 +0000

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 we had a big family reunion at a park and it suddenly began […]

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GIVE THANKS

ElderSong — Wed, 01 Oct 2014 12:08:02 +0000

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 a national day of Thanksgiving in late November. Celebrate autumn and inspire grateful hearts with a few of the activities […]

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NO PLACE LIKE HOME

ElderSong — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 05:38:54 +0000

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 home with your group, using the activities suggested below. And discover, as Dorothy […]

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AUTUMN LEAVES

ElderSong — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:56:52 +0000

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 the road in search of the blazing colors of fall foliage. […]

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THANKSGIVING MEMORIES

ElderSong — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:54:34 +0000

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 around a large dinner table, brimming with food. In addition to the annual Thanksgiving feast, other traditions – new […]

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AUTUMN: SIGHTS, SCENTS, AND SOUNDS

ElderSong — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:00:34 +0000

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 garden? The autumnal season is a delight to the senses. Here are […]

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AUTUMN IS GOLDEN

ElderSong — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:00:39 +0000

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 feast for the eyes. The fall season is a good time to present some activities with […]

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AUTUMN SIGHTS AND SOUNDS

ElderSong — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 12:00:49 +0000

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 activities a sensory experience for your senior adults. Some of the […]

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MUSIC IN FAMILY LIFE

ElderSong — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 12:00:34 +0000

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. Later, they would often gather around the radio to listen to their favorite programs or play […]

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FIFTIES REVISITED

ElderSong — Sat, 01 Oct 2005 12:00:39 +0000

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, rock ‘n roll, fast food, or mothers in aprons? In the 1950s, many of today’s older adults […]

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