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PATRICK’S DAY AND MORE – March Activity Ideas YEAR OF THE TIGER – February Activity Ideas SLOW DOWN, IT’S WINTER – January Activity Ideas Activity Ideas Newsletter / Activity Ideas Newsletter Search THE DREAMER AND THE KING – January Activity Ideas Posted on December 13, 2023 by ElderSong January celebrates the birthdays of two extraordinary individuals who have made lasting impacts on society: Martin Luther King Jr., born on January 15, 1929, and Elvis Presley, born on January 8, 1935. As we step into the new year, let's ... Read more Posted in 01 January WRITTEN IN THE STARS – April Activity Ideas Posted on March 1, 2023 by ElderSong April is Global Astronomy Month, as well as National Card and Letter Writing Month, National Poetry Month, and more! Check out the list below for fun ideas to celebrate all these great April holidays and themes along with a set of trivia ... Read more Posted in 04 April ST. PATRICK’S DAY AND MORE – March Activity Ideas Posted on February 1, 2023 by ElderSong The most popular holiday of March may be St. Patrick's Day, but there are plenty of other fun holidays and themes as well like Dr. Seuss's birthday, National Puppy Day, Johnny Appleseed Day, and more! Check out the list below for fun ideas ... Read more Posted in 03 March YEAR OF THE TIGER – February Activity Ideas Posted on January 6, 2022 by ElderSong February 1 marks the beginning of the new lunar year, commonly called the Chinese New Year. This year is the Year of the Tiger in the Chinese zodiac. Get your group members into the spirit of the festivities with the fun and ... Read more Posted in 02 February SLOW DOWN, IT’S WINTER – January Activity Ideas Posted on December 1, 2021 by ElderSong After a busy holiday season filled with wonder and excitement, January can leave many feeling lonely and sad. Instead of allowing the winter blues to linger all month long, embrace the worst of the winter season by slowing down. ... Read more Posted in 01 January JOY TO THE WORLD – December Activity Ideas Posted on November 1, 2021 by ElderSong The holiday season celebrates so many wonderful U.S. traditions. From trimming the tree to baking holiday treats, Americans both young and old have much to look forward to as Hanukkah and Christmas approach. But what do the holidays look ... Read more Posted in 12 December RECIPESREMINISCENCE – November Activity Ideas Posted on October 1, 2021 by ElderSong 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 Posted in 11 November ROLL OUT THE BARREL – October Activity Ideas Posted on September 1, 2021 by ElderSong What do the Easter bunny, Santa Clause, Christmas trees, and hamburgers all have in common? They all are rooted in German tradition. Since the first Germans settled in Pennsylvania in 1683, German Americans have contributed greatly to ... Read more Posted in 10 October SWING YOUR PARTNER INTO FALL – September Activity Ideas Posted on August 1, 2021 by ElderSong September celebrates National Square Dance Month. Modern western square dancing involves four to eight couples promenading around a square, as directed by a caller. However, square dancing has its roots in English, Scottish, and Irish folk ... Read more Posted in 09 September INTERNATIONAL ESCAPADES – August Activity Ideas Posted on July 1, 2021 by ElderSong August is filled with superb international days to observe. It also happens to be International Peace Month, making it the perfect month to explore other cultures and traditions. Beat the heat with your group and invite members to join you ... Read more Posted in 08 August PATRIOTISM, PARKS,PERFORMANCE – July Activity Ideas Posted on June 1, 2021 by ElderSong July celebrates Independence Day, National Parks and Recreation Month, and this year, the official start of the Summer Olympics. Kick off the month with patriotic programs. Transition to more outdoorsy activities and explore nature around ... Read more Posted in 07 July SPLASH INTO SUMMER – June Activity Ideas Posted on May 1, 2021 by ElderSong 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 – ... Read more Posted in 06 June MIND YOUR HEALTH – May Activity Ideas Posted on April 1, 2021 by ElderSong May is National...