Notable Days & Events

Artwork by Chi-Vas White

Earth Day - April 28 - Join us in celebrating and appreciating our Planet Earth by planting seedlings in Spring after painting your own potting vessel! One of the benefits of getting your hands a little dirty is an improved immune system . Studies have shown that Mycobacterium vaccae, the bacteria that is found in garden soil, can improve your immune system . This “friendly” bacteria has been known to alleviate symptoms of allergies, asthma, psoriasis, and even depression .

Resident Photography Viewing: a Culmination of National Photography

Month - June 1 - In May, we will showcase a Resident Picture Exhibit for National Photography Month . Throughout the month of May, we invite you to bring one of your favorite photos to post on the art studio walls . Make sure to write your name on the back! Together, image by image, we’ll create a body of work that captures our community members and the people, places, and things they hold dear to their heart . Then join us on June 1st for a final viewing and reception .

Cinco de Mayo-themed ”Casitaville”

Celebration - May 5 - Open for all residents, come join us in the Bistro to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and socialize with casita residents and a margarita . Did you know? This holiday celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War . Gather in the evening for a special screening as we pay homage to our neighbors to the South .

Art by Chivas Exhibit - May 18 - Experience the ink medium like you’ve never seen it before! Your favorite Life Enrichment Coordinator, Chi-Vas White will be holding an exhibit on his own original work in the art studio followed by a reception and artist talk .

Memorial Day Celebration - May 30 - Honor our veterans and those who have served with a ceremony by the flag, patriotic music, and a reception .

Juneteenth - June 19 - Commemorate this day with a documentary on Juneteenth’s history and a celebration of freedom . Juneteenth commemorates the day when emancipation reached enslaved people in the deepest parts of the South . It wasn't until June 19, 1865, two months after the Civil War ended and more than two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, that Union Gen . Gordon Granger and more than a thousand U .S . troops shared the news of freedom with the 250,000 enslaved people in the state . The anniversary of that day is celebrated as one of the best-regarded African American holidays in this country, ranking next only to Dr . Martin Luther King Jr . 's birthday .