Love and Sweets for Valentine's Day in Chatham

What a fabulous Valentine’s Day at Juniper Village at Chatham! The mood was set by the beautiful decorations throughout the building. 5^th graders from Layfette School started us off with some handmade Valentine’s cards and elegant melodies as they sang. After, they shared cookies along with good cheer and wishes of love. That evening, Kris Phipany, a Marilyn Monroe impersonator, wowed the crowd with her stunning performance as chocolates and strawberries were served. A wonderful time was had by all!

A Very Happy Lunar New Year at Chatham

Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) was a joyful celebration here at Juniper Village at Chatham.  The staff dressed for the occasion in Asian-inspired attire, and the dining room was decorated with paper lanterns and festive umbrellas, fans, and confetti.   However, the true credit goes to our food service staff, who made an outstanding menu with spring rolls, mandarin chicken, fried rice, and a delicious beef and shrimp stir-fry.  For fun, each resident was given an article explaining the personality traits that are characteristic of the animal year that they were born.  The year of the rooster begins!!!

February 2017 Events in Chatham, NJ: Awaken Your Passion

This month, our focus on creative expression continues with a focus on art. Art, as with beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. It is understandable that some have great artistic ability and others do not. But, at Juniper we know that everyone has a passion for creative expression, regardless of ability or age. Pablo Picasso once said, “All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” He is speaking about becoming inhibited as adults. With our various art programs we encourage uninhibited creativity as a form of therapy. Creating art affords the opportunity of self-exploration and self-expression leading to both physical and mental benefits. Creating art in any of its various forms, is also about sharing a bit of ourselves with each other. Art is one way to express ourselves, and the creations are honest and true representations of our experiences. In sharing our stories through art with others we invite communication and create lasting bonds.

Art typically encompasses painting, sculpting, and drawing. But, the act of creating art can be as simple as doodling. Art is simply the creation of something outside one’s self that often mirrors what is going on within their mind, soul, and body. We use creative arts as a way to nurture the spirit of life. Join us throughout February as we focus on great varieties of art such as photography, needlework, handicrafts, painting, sculpture and more. Please join us as we share a bit of ourselves with our weekly craft classes, experience art on an outing to an art museum, and embrace our celebratory spirit with Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day parties. We look forward to helping you Awaken Your Passion this month!

Our fabulous February 2017 events in Chatham, NJ at Juniper Village at Chatham include our:

§   Watercolor Series that is once again brought back by popular demand, as Ed Schuh teaches us how to visualize and paint beautiful flower arrangements with all supplies provided at no cost, so don’t miss out on getting in touch with the artist within you every Saturday in February at 10:30 am.

§  Art, Lines & Curves with Gregory Quinn, who is a dynamic and engaging speaker, as he delivers an unforgettable interactive event that is both uplifting and inspiring; he makes people laugh or cry; he makes them think; he galvanizes, energizes... and so much more, so please join us for this wonderful program on February 9^th at 1:30 pm.

§  Brushstrokes as Judith Ebright, an art expert, focuses on some of the greatest artists in the  18^th century, so join her while she paints a story of this colorful period in time on February 10^th at 10:30 am.

§  Valentine’s Day Special because there’s no better sweetheart than Marilyn Monroe to put you in the mood for Valentine’s Day, so come see why Marilyn captivated thousands including movie stars, sports legends and even Presidents with strawberries and chocolates to accompany the performance on February 14^th at 6:30 pm.

We look forward to sharing our February 2017 events in Chatham, NJ at Juniper Village at Chatham with you as you Awaken Your Passion.