We have enjoyed some local fish fries in March and
shopped at Walmart, the Dollar Store, and Wegmans.
We enjoyed a great lunch out and shopping at Peebles.
We also have been busy baking. Cooking is a fun
activity, that involves many of our residents. We made
Oliebollen in April, which is a Dutch fried treat. Many
ladies here commented on the Oliebollen they had, or
made in the past.
MAY NEWSLETTER
In addition to all of that, we also enjoyed Garden Group,
birdwatching, exercise, zumba, bingo, yahtzee, walking
group, book club and much more.
April has been a busy month, and we are happy to see
spring arrive,
-Gigi-
LOOKING AHEAD TO MAY
APRIL RECAP
Spring is slowly making its way back. We will take
anything we can get. Many of our residents are taking
advantage of the warmer weather, and are venturing
out for walks, or simply sitting outside. We have even
gotten some planting done in our garden. We had good
luck with peas last year, so we doubled our effort this
year.
Touch of Joy, Carol Gent and John, Ralph Arnold, and
Larry Bitterman all entertained us in April. The children
from Lincoln School brought their special talents to the
Terrace. Our residents enjoy this visit very much. The
children share so much with them. It is a visit we really
look forward to.
We celebrated Easter by dying eggs, hunting for eggs,
and of course eating chocolate. Joel prepared a
beautiful Easter meal for our residents.
On Wednesdays we set up the commissary cart. It has
been very successful. Residents are able to purchase
snacks, cards, toiletries, and other personal items. The
residents find it to be a convenient amenity here at the
Terrace.
May is a beautiful month. One of my favorites. We will
be getting the garden ready for planting. Please take
the opportunity to visit our gardens, and the butterfly
garden on the patio. There is so much to see.
On May 5th, we will be celebrating Cinco-De Mayo. We
will be having a Mexican Theme Party in the living room
with music, food, and sangrias. Come and join us.
Our Mother’s Day Tea will be on Friday, May 8th from
6pm – 8pm. Please come, sit back, and relax with your
mother and enjoy some light refreshments and music.
We will have a photo booth available with a
professional photographer to take family photos.
We will be taking scenic rides in May, and travel up by
the lake in search of apple blossoms.
Nick Humphries, A Touch of Joy, Joe Miltsch, and
Carolyn Adriaanson will be here to entertain us in May.
On Memorial Day Richard Chaffee will be here to sing
folk and American Songs. Our friends from Lincoln
School will be here on May 19th. They are such a joy!
We will also be out and about shopping at Walmart,
Peebles, Wegmans, The Dollar Store, and local garden
Centers.
We will be busy during May with Bingo, games and
puzzles, baking groups, horseshoes, bible study, sing-alongs book club, and lots more.
I hope you enjoy the beauty of May. We really
appreciate a good day here in Upstate New York!
-Gigi-
COST OF FOOD
Granulated Sugar ------------------Milk --------------------------------------Ground Coffee ___________
Bacon __________________
Eggs ____________________
Ground Beef _____________
Bread ___________________
.85/10 lbs
.97 Gal.
.85/lb
.58/lb
.27/doz.
.56/lb
.18/loaf
DAYS TO CELEBRATE
05/01 Cherrios Birthday (1941)
05/01 May Day
05/01 Mother Goose Day
05/02 Running of the Kentucky Derby
05/03 - 05/09 Nat’l Hug Week
05/04 International Firefighters Day
05/04 – 05/10 Nat’l Walking Week
05/05 Cinco DeMayo
05/08 No Socks Day
05/10 Mother’s Day
05/11 Eat What You Want Day
05/16 Preakness Stakes
05/16 Mimosa Day
05/16 Wear Purple for Peace Day
05/19 Nat’l Devil’s Food Cake Day
05/21 76th Senior PGA Tournament
05/23 Int’l Jazz Day
05/25 Memorial Day
05/31 Clint Eastwood’s Birthday (85)
THIS WAS THE YEAR …1956
NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS
Elvis Presley released first hit.
52 people died when the Italian passenger liner SS
Andrea Doria collided off Nantucket Island, MA with
Swedish Liner MS Stockholm.
Prince Rainier of Monaco married Grace Kelly.
POPULAR MOVIES
Around the World in Eighty Days
The King and I
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
The Ten Commandments
MUSIC
Love Me Tender
Don’t Be Cruel
Heartbreak Hotel
Hound Dog
BORN THIS YEAR
Kenny G.
Joe Montana
Mel Gibson
COST OF LIVING
New House ----------------------------$11,725
Average Income --------------------- 4,454
New Car --------------------------------- 2,050
Gasoline --------------------------------Postage Stamp -----------------------
.23 Gal
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MAY BIRTHDAYS
Sena M.
Shirley V.
Eunice B..
05/05
05/11
05/17
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND MAY YOU
HAVE MANY MORE!
3. Combine the mayo, sour cream, vinegar,
sugar, pickle juice in a separate bowl.
Season to taste.
4. Stir dressing in the pasta bowl. Make
sure there are no dry spots.
5. Chill for at least 3 hours. Can be made
the night before.
REMINDER
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
RECIPE
BEST EVER PASTA SALAD
INGREDIENTS
Servings 12-16 Units US
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1 lb. dry mini penne pasta
1 ⁄ medium red onion
2
1 red pepper
20 ounces sweet & spicy pickles
6 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, cut
into cubes
1 cup mayonnaise
1 ⁄ cup sour cream
2
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons pickle juice
salt or pepper or garlic powder
DIRECTIONS
1. Cook the pasta, don't overcook. Drain
and rinse with cool water. Place in the
biggest serving bowl you have.
2. Chop the onion, red peppers, pickles and
cheddar into bite-size pieces. Add to the
pasta bowl.
The Terrace holds an Alzheimer’s Support
Group the 3rd Tuesday of each month at
6:00 p.m. All are welcome.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
The Terrace would like to take this opportunity
to wish all of our mother’s a Happy Mother’s
Day.
REMINDER
There will be a Mother’s Day Social on Friday,
May 8th from 6p – 8p. We will be serving light
refreshments and beverages. A professional
photographer will be on hand to take pictures of
you and your mother if you are interested.
Please sign up at the front desk. We look
forward to seeing you.
MOTHER STANDS FOR: