Manor of the Plains
Miss Kansas meets with residents at Manor of the Plains
JUNE 2019
Manor of the Plains announces Art is Ageless® winners
The first place winner for Needlework-Amateur is “Spring Time” by resident Donna Imel. Manor of the Plains recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Kurt Lampe, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.” Winners in the Manor of the Plains Art is Ageless juried competition were: Best of Show-Professional: Mary Hendrix, “Rodeo” Best of Show-Amateur: Vivian Goetz, “Chloe” Christmas-Amateur: Karen Ring, “Twelve Days of Christmas” Mixed Media/Crafts-Amateur: Claude Allen, “Puppy” Mixed Media/Crafts-Professional: Phil Gonzales, “New York New York” Needlework-Amateur: Donna Imel, “Spring Time” -AiA, continued on page 3
Hanna Klassen with health care resident Normalee Konecny.
Mike Rajewski, executive director of the Presbyterian Manor, had an idea from when he was executive director at Sterling Presbyterian Manor in Sterling. Last year they had Miss Kansas speak at their annual donor volunteer banquet, and Mike was quite impressed with the results. When Manor of the Plains first started planning our banquet, Mike suggested that we invite Miss Kansas to be our entertainment. To say the least, the management was a little nervous about the whole idea. For years we had bought gifts, had a barbeque and raffled off the prizes, which seemed to go over well. -Miss Kansas, continued on page 2
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After several weeks of contemplation, Mike contacted Miss Kansas and before we knew it, a date had been set for her visit: Tuesday, April 30. Miss Kansas, Hanna Klaassen from Arkansas City, arrived around 5 p.m., signed autographs for the public and then went to the health care dining room. The residents were beyond thrilled. “I have never seen so many beautiful smiles,” said Kurt Lampe, marketing director. From there, Hannah headed to the banquet, where she was greeted with many more smiles and conversations. On the menu was lasagna, green beans and garlic bread with strawberry cheesecake. Lisa Flick, the dining services supervisor, did an outstanding job organizing the amazing feast.
Rick Konecny shows his mom how to charm Miss Kansas.
Hannah first spoke about her experiences in becoming Miss Kansas and the benefits that go with it. Then she focused on her platform, “Physical & Mental.” ◆
Miss Kansas and Administrative Assistant Beki Jo Vieux.
Hannah Klaassen shares her experience as Miss Kansas and her platform, “Physical & Mental.” Left: Executive Director Mike Rajewski, Marketing Director Kurt Lampe, Miss Kansas Hannah Klaassen and Director of Activities Jackie Soltero. Like us on Facebook to stay updated on news and events.
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Community Matters
is published monthly for residents and friends of Manor of the Plains by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizaton.
To submit or suggest articles: klampe@PMMA.org Michael Rajewski, executive director Kurt Lampe, marketing director
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
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Painting-Amateur: Lowell Stanley, “Gray Horse”
America communities to be judged at the masterpiece level. Winning entries at the masterpiece level are selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Ageless calendar and note cards.
America’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health.
Art is Ageless is a copyrighted program of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-
Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s Art is Ageless program encourages Manor of the Plains residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. ◆
First place winner for ChristmasAmateur: “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Karen Ring.
Best of Show-Professional winner: “Rodeo” by Mary Hendrix.
Best of Show-Amateur winner: “Chloe” by Vivian Goetz.
First place winner for PaintingAmateur: “A Tussled Landing” by Lowell Stanley.
First place winner for Mixed Media/Crafts-Amateur: “Puppy” by Claude Allen.
First place winner for Mixed Media/Crafts-Professional: “New York New York” by Phil Gonzales.
Painting-Professional: Mary Hendrix, “Rodeo” Photography-Amateur: Lowell Stanley, “A Tussled Landing” Quilting-Amateur: Vivian Goetz, “Chloe” Local competition winners will join winners from 16 other Presbyterian Manors of Mid-
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