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<\/p>\nWe can only hope the \u201cLuck \u2018O the Irish\u201d is on our side this month and brings spring early for us! While we have had a rather mild winter, for Maine, it\u2019s still been long enough and we are ready to get outside and enjoy some fresh air!
\nUntil Mother Nature decides to play nice, we are keeping busy inside here at Bartlett Woods. We are having so much fun with our new games \u201cWheel of Fortune\u201d and \u201cConcentration\u201d and this month we will be adding \u201cJeopardy\u201d to the mix. This is one the residents have asked for and we are excited to bring it to them. We are also bringing back a game we haven\u2019t played for awhile\u2026Wii Bowling! Always something to keep us moving and having fun!
\nWe have a very creative bunch of residents and they enjoy trying different crafts whether it is clay, paint, knitting, Origami they enjoy it all. This month we will try our hand at painting mandalas. According to Wikipedia: A mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols with a very different application. In modern, typically American and European use, “mandala” has become a generic term for any circle ornament which can be used as a relaxing tool, for diagnostic or in art therapy.<\/p>\n
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While we often have dogs visit us here, we have never been part of a dog reaching his goal of becoming a certified therapy dog. On March 6th, we will be part of the test for \u201cClio\u201d, a Jack Russell\/Chihuahua mix as he performs his last test to obtain his certificate. He will be joined by \u201cJeepers\u201d, a Portuguese water dog, who is already certified. Let\u2019s all keep our fingers crossed for Clio!
\nWe have been very fortunate to have a trainer from Penobscot Bay YMCA come twice a week for as long as I can remember and even before that. Victor comes every Tuesday and Thursday morning, usually to packed room, and really gets our resident\u2019s blood pumping and feeling energized. He has become part of the family here and our residents have asked if we could have him more often. Victor was more than willing to do that, therefore, starting this month; Victor will be here on Saturday mornings as well. We still have our chair yoga classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday too. Six exercise classes a week!! It\u2019s the perfect way to start each morning.
\nOne of those random days we like to celebrate here is\u201d National Plant a Flower Day\u201d! Who doesn\u2019t want a pretty flower for their table? It is sure to bring smiles as we watch them grow.
\nOf course the big day for March is St. Patrick\u2019s Day! Every year we try to come up with a new way to celebrate this fun holiday. This year, we will enjoy a little \u201cIrish Coffee\u201d while enjoying the music and dancing of the hit River Dance! If that doesn\u2019t make you feel Irish, nothing will!
\nThe first day of spring just makes everyone want to get outside! We are gambling that Mother Nature will provide us with a beautiful spring day on March 19th so we can enjoy our fist \u201cWalking Group\u201d walk of 2020.
\nRepresentative Pinny Beebe-Center is serving in her third term in the Maine House of Representatives. She serves on the State and Local Government Committee and represents Rockland and Owl\u2019s Head. We are excited to welcome her to Bartlett Woods on Saturday, March 21st @ 2:00 pm. She will give an update on what is happening in Augusta, as well as answer questions. This event is open to the community; we would love to have you join us.
\nWe also will welcome back Michael Perry, one of our favorite travelers. Michael loves to travel as much as he loves to share his journey with us. He will be here with his amazing photos and stories from his travels to Copenhagen and Greenland. This is one we all look forward to.
\nAlong with all these great events, we also have our, movies, games, shopping trips, dinning out, discussion groups, scenic rides, cocktail hours and just plain fun. Whether it\u2019s sitting by the fire with a friend, enjoying a good book in the library, or taking in one of our great events\u2026we will save a seat for you!<\/p>\n
Karen Tooley
\nActivities Director<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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