Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds - sparkling jewels can sure catch our attention! Most women own a few sentimental pieces of jewelry. After all, jewelry is a favorite gift for special occasions, like anniversaries and birthdays. ... 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
HOLIDAY MUSIC MEMORIES
"Jingle Bells," "White Christmas," "Silent Night." Listen carefully, and you'll soon hear the sounds of the season. Many families have a tradition of listening to holiday music. Music enriches the meaning of the holiday in many ways. What ... 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
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
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
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
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
WOMEN ENTERTAINERS
March is National Women’s History Month. It’s a good time to honor the accomplishments and contributions of women during the month. This post focuses on the world of women in entertainment. There have been many notable females in showbiz - ... Read more
LAUGHING TOGETHER
Snicker, chuckle, giggle, chortle, hoot, and cackle - have you had a good laugh today? Laughter and humor appeal to people of all ages. Older adults, in particular, can attest to the value of a good sense of humor. It helps to keep life in ... Read more
HOBBIES – January Activity Ideas
A hobbyist likes to engage in an activity for fun as opposed to profit. But some people have such a gift and passion for their hobby that they take it to a new level. Ask your group: How do amateur hobbyists turn into professionals? Do you ... Read more
FAMILY REUNION FUN
Hot lazy days, watermelon, swimming holes, and family reunions-these are some of the memories that summer evokes for many older adults. Extended family reunions are a way to gather multiple generations in one setting and to renew family ... Read more
