Month: July 2017

July Silverwood Nature Center Visit!

July 31st, 2017

So fun to see so many turn out for Silverwood Nature Center! They joined us this month and talked about the 10,000 lakes in Minnesota and its fishes. We learned Wisconsin says they have more lakes but they count pot holes as lakes (LOL), but MN does have more Acreage of water. Fun to hear about the residents fishing stories and outdoor adventures here in MN. They later made a journal for all their stories and memories. Jim didn’t waste any time, and started his story right away! Thank you for another special day!

Independence Song Singalong and Auction

July 28th, 2017

Wednesday we welcomed back Trudi, Frank and their grandson Ari. Residents continued to celebrate independence through some song! Friday during our auction residents had a chance to meet”Holly” our new chef. We look forward to trying all her new creations and seeing her smile everyday. Welcome to the Shoreview Family Holly!!

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Visit

July 27th, 2017

“Summer Blast” kids from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church visit Garden Cove for a fun morning of charades, balloon ball, a trivia game and spend some quality time learning a bit about each person. We are so grateful for their time, such a rewarding day! You kids “Rock” Thank you!!!

Ice Cream Social

July 26th, 2017

Special thanks to Cindy and Lisa from Interim who hosted an Ice Cream Social for everyone. Luke the Housing Director also brought in his F3 Procharged 67 Nova for residents to see. Gail our house keeper looked pretty good sitting in the drivers seat. Luke explained all the details of the car and some history behind his racing. His father grew up racing and Luke followed suit with a strong interest starting at age 12. He and his dad built his current car in 6 months. Looks amazing!! He told us his fastest time from dead stop was 208 mph in 6.7 seconds. WOW!!!

Slice of Shoreview Parade!

July 25th, 2017

Saturday 22nd, residents put on their tie-dye shirts and headed down to the Slice of Shoreview Parade. Rockin Tony helped us make a grand entrance with his music which we all danced to. You are amazing Tony!! It was so fun to be a part of this community event where we saw so many of our neighbors. Want to thank Tim for his dedication in driving the trailer and his hard work helping get this together, and Jason and Tom from DARTS Transportation… couldn’t of done it with out you. You are all so loved!! Residents were so glad to see Ed and Linda and their granddaughter Ana who came to help celebrate with us. Shoreview Senior Living even won the Judge’s Choice award!! It was great to have you all there!

Look for us on CTV15 North Suburbs for live replay coverage at 40:30 to view Shoreview Senior Living!

Planters for our Volunteers!

July 24th, 2017

This afternoon residents filled the planters which they painted for our wonderful and dedicated volunteers. They put in a variety of “angel plants” and added their special touch to each one. We love you Volunteers, thank you!!!!

Dedicated hearts like yours are not so easy to find. It takes a special person to be so generous and kind.

To be a volunteer, it takes…

Generosity, a willingness to give your time to others. Understanding, because their lives might be very different from your own. Empathy, an ability to put yourself in someone else’s shoes and feel what they must feel. Compassion, to truly care about making someone else’s life better. Patience, because the process doesn’t always go as smoothly as it might. Dedication, to stick with the project and see it through. So thank you for being a volunteer, we’re privileged to work with you. We want you to know how appreciated you are, Not just today, but the whole year through!!!

Rudy’s Grill and Rock Art

July 21st, 2017

This afternoon the gang went to Rudy’s Grill in White Bear Lake, great food and service! Made it back in time to do some rock art, we loved to see how creative each one is. Some used shells too, Donny made a fish on the rocks, while Jim made more of a rock sculpture. Perfect craft to get the imagination going and to think about the lake shore

Drinks, Dominoes, and Birthday’s

July 19th, 2017

Before Happy hour we played some cards and Richard taught some residents how to play the domino game, Mexican Train. During Happy hour we celebrated this months Birthdays. Joe is a new performer who stopped by to introduce himself to us and won us over with his music. We ended with some sing-a-long as a group and a little humor with Linda.

2nd Annual BBQ of the Year!

July 18th, 2017

Thursday we had our 2nd BBQ of the year, it was a great turnout and the help was terrific. Everyone pitched in to help make this event special for everyone. A special shout-out to some newer residents Tony and Ermi who jumped right in to give a hand. Tony did a great job taking over the grill, not only does he cook, he cleans too. Set up and clean up went so smooth with Ermi’s help, can’t say it enough…. thank you. You guys are awesome!!!

Tie Dyeing for the Slice of Shoreview Parade!

July 17th, 2017

Well we are 2 weeks away from the Slice of Shoreview Parade, residents were getting their attire fixed up with a little Tie-Dye! They are going to look GREAT!!