We compiled a list of ten highlights from the month in words and pictures...enjoy!
#10. Fall Family Fun Day
Residents, family members, associates and friends enjoyed pumpkin and face painting, a popcorn bar, and a New England Patriots home opener social featuring 25 cent hot dogs. Many thanks to Laurie Blake of Home Instead Senior Care and her troop of high school volunteers who helped with so many aspects of the day!
In addition to the above-mentioned activities, we were thrilled to welcome Peter Yvanovich of New England Inventory and Appraisal Services to host our Antiques Appraisal. Peter has a wealth of knowledge and experience that he was happy to share while evaluating and appraising items that attendees brought with them.
#9. A new bus!
It's finally here! Our beautiful new bus has arrived and is ready to take us on all kinds of new adventures.
#8. Nature Walks
A walk without destination has the potential to uncover the loveliest things. A big thank you to Anne Cavalieri for capturing the beauty of our community in the photos below. These shots were all taken right here at New Pond Village - a reminder that sometimes the most beautiful things are right in front of you...
#7. Jack Craig
Musical talent collides with extensive knowledge in every program he presents. Our most recent experience with Jack did not disappoint as he took us through the magic and music that is Brigadoon. Residents were thrilled to learn that Jack will be back on a consistent basis in 2015 and is already booked for a program every other month!
#6. Outdoor Exercising
There is truly something about breathing in that fresh autumn air in New England. We recently took our Nordic Walking poles and walked through the beautiful Bird Park in Walpole. Led by Karen Swan, residents spent close to two hours exercising followed by a lunch at Panera Bread.
#5. Apples
Residents got a tasty education in apples recently. There are so many different types of apples and each come with their own characteristics - in our crowd, the Fuji Apple was the favorite. After learning the differences, it was time to chop them up and turn them into a delicious apple crisp. Yum!
#4. Mary Richardson
Former Co-Anchor of WCVB's Chronicle, Mary Richardson, was joined by her colleagues from Norwood Hospital to discuss memory loss and aging. Hayley Claflin, nurse manager for the older adult unit at Norwood Hospital, accompanied Mary in explaining the differences between standard forgetfulness and more significant memory loss. Residents and associates were given the opportunity to take photos with Mary at the conclusion of the program.
#3. Jordan Rich
Jordan Rich, host of WBZ AM 1030's The Jordan Rich Show, continues to enlighten and educate us with his monthly book reviews. Jordan's success is evident as his crowd grows noticeably bigger each month.
The Wildewood Jazz Band did not disappoint. The talented group delighted residents with their smooth covers of well-known songs on the eve of the autumn equinox. The dance floor quickly filled up with those itching to step to the beat.
#1. New Pond Abbey
Lord Grantham has been murdered...with a KNIFE! Many thanks to Maintenance Director John Curtin who helped us kick-off our very first murder mystery by excitedly informing the crowd of poor Lord Grantham's untimely demise. The amazingly talented Judith Kalaora, owner of History at Play, rounded-up 3 equally talented actors to assist her in recreating a Downton Abbey inspired event. Residents participated in this interactive program and a wonderful time (and many laughs!) ensued.
That's all for now - see you in October!
