Whaler’s Cove Assisted Living
114 Riverside Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02746
Whaler’s Cove Assisted Living Monthly News:
The Port of Call
114 Riverside Avenue New Bedford, MA 02746
P 508-997-2880 F 508-997-1599
October 2016
The History of Halloween
ItalianAmerican
Heritage
Month
Computer
Learning
Month
October Birthdays
In astrology, those born between October 1st
and 22nd balance the scales of Libra. Libras
seek equality, justice, and harmony. Eager to
cooperate, Libras are charming diplomats
who seek compromise and good will. Those
born between October 23rd and 31st are
Scorpios. Scorpios are passionate and
assertive leaders who value honesty and
fairness. Befriend a Scorpio and you will
have a lifelong advocate and confidant.
Buster Keaton (comedian) – Oct. 4, 1895
Jesse Jackson (politician) – Oct. 8, 1941
Henry John Heinz (magnate) – Oct. 11, 1844
Ralph Lauren (designer) – Oct. 14, 1939
Emeril Lagasse (chef) – Oct. 15, 1959
Annette Funicello (actress) – Oct. 22, 1942
Michael Crichton (writer) – Oct. 23, 1942
Dylan Thomas (poet) – Oct. 27, 1914
A Special Happy Birthday to
Our Residents…
Theolinda B. – October 1st
Lucia F. – October 3rd
Cecilia F. – October 4th
Bonnie L. – October 7th
Norman B. – October 9th
Jill G. – October 9th
Lorraine L. – October 9th
Mildred P. – October 17th
Wanda M. – October 18th
Ellen M. – October 19th
Donna H. – October 22nd
Doris F. – October 28th
Lucy B. – October 29th
Arthur C. – October 31st
International
Frugal Fun
Day
October 1
Do Something
Nice Day
October 5
Columbus Day
(U.S.)
October 10
International
Skeptics Day
October 13
It is believed that the origins of Halloween began with the ancient Celts
who lived in Northern France and the British Isles. Druidism was their
religion and Samhain, the Druid new year, celebrated on the last day of
October, was an important religious holiday.
On this day, they believed the Lord of Death permitted the ghosts of the
dead to roam the Earth. Bonfires were lit to frighten ghosts away. Children
traveled door to door begging for materials for the bonfire. Some people
believe that this was the precursor of the trick-or-treating tradition.
Another Celtic custom that some believe was the origin of trick-or-treating
was “souling” in which poor people would visit their more prosperous
neighbors on the night of October 31 requesting “soul cakes,” flat, square
buns filled with currants, in exchange for prayers on behalf of the
deceased. Those who were denied cakes played pranks and blamed it on
the ghosts.
To keep the ghosts happy, the Celts honored them with a feast. After the
feast, people dressed in grotesque costumes and masks held a parade.
The purpose of the parade was to lead the ghosts out of town. This is one
of the explanations given for the tradition of dressing up for Halloween.
In the eighth century during the reign of Pope Gregory, III, November 1 was
designated as All Saints’ Day (also called All Hallows’ Day). The night
before became known as All Hallow’s E’en (for evening) which was
shortened to “Halloween.”
Trick-or-Treat at Whaler’s Cove
World Pasta
Day
October 25
Once again we welcome the resident and staff families to enjoy a Trick-orTreating Event here at Whaler’s Cove on October 30th. Any resident
wishing to participate will have a sign on their door, welcoming visitors in
for some sweet treats! The event will begin at 6:30 pm.
Halloween
October 31
You may get your sign from Jeannine Pacheco, Activity Director. We hope
to see lots of visitors in their Halloween costumes! Pictures will be taken.
Any questions can be referred to Jeannine.
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October Resident Activities
10/1
10/2
10/3
Trivia w/ Jorge
Evelyn’s Rosary Group
Franciscan Sisters Rosary
Group
Monthly Birthday Party w/
Chuck Dee
10/4 Tai-Chi w/ Steve
Painting w/ Christine
10/5 Catholic Mass
Outing to Save-a-Lot
10/6 Veteran’s Coffee Group
Current Events
10/7 25 Cent Bingo w/ Pat
10/8 Sister Marilyn Worship Service
Bingo w/ Jeannine
10/9 Word Games at the Front Desk
10/10 Search-a-Word w/ Ken
Gambling w/ Ken
10/11 One Seating for Lunch w/ Billy
Musto
WC Store Open
10/12 Magdalena’s Presentation
Outing to Kmart/Dollar Tree
10/13 Adult Coloring
New Horizons Religious Music
10/14 Outing to Wal-Mart
Portuguese Catholic Mass
10/15 Rosary Group
10/16 Left, Right, Center
10/17 Rick Ferreira Karaoke Sing-aLong
10/18 Food for Thought
Bowling w/ the Wii Game
10/19 St. Killian’s Youth Group
10/20 J&J Entertain
Movie Night
10/21 Exercise Class
10/22 Crafts w/ Carol S.
10/23 Bingo
10/24 Live It Again 1949
Classics for Classics
10/25 Communion Service
10/26 Outing to Little Bear Restaurant
10/30 Trick or Treat at Whaler’s Cove
Pumpkin Trivia
♦ Pumpkins are believed to have been first cultivated in Central
America. Spanish and Portuguese explorers brought pumpkins to
Europe in the 14th century. Native Americans grew pumpkins long
before the first Europeans arrived in the 1600s.
♦ Pumpkins are orange because they have a high content of carotene.
♦ Ancient Celtics hollowed out gourds on All Hallows Eve (October 31)
which marked the end of the old Celtic calendar year. These were
placed on windowsills to welcome home spirits of deceased
ancestors and ward off evil spirits. Pumpkins replaced gourds in the
U.S.
♦ More than 90% of the pumpkins sold in the U.S. are purchased for
use as jack-o’-lanterns.
♦ Pumpkins seeds sprout in 8-10 days.
♦ It is believed that the smaller a pumpkin is, the better its flavor.
♦ As of 2010, the world’s largest pumpkin weighed 1,810 lbs.
♦ California is one of the largest pumpkin producers in the U.S., along
with Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
♦ Another name for pumpkin seeds are Pepitas.
♦ The world’s largest pumpkin festival is held in Keene, NH.
♦ Pumpkins were used to treat intestinal parasites.
“Retreat Into Autumn”
The tumbling leaves of Autumn
Often cause us to pause and stare,
Ocher, vermilion and crimson,
Waltzing away all cares!
Geese in a V-formation
Squawk towards a warmer view,
While the crickets’ chirping sounds endless
As if there’s nothing else to do
Goldenrods are strutting
Scarlet sumacs join in, too,
Bright orange pumpkins suddenly appear,
So colorful they grew.
It’s easy to retreat into Autumn
And thrust yourself into the beauty it gives,
Haystacks, rounded moon, shuffle of leaves—
Hurray! What a season to live.
Candy Corn Crispy Rice Treats
* 1/2 cup butter * 9 cups miniature marshmallows *yellow and red food
coloring * 10 cups crispy rice cereal * 2 cups candy corn * 3/4 miniature
chocolate chips
1. Melt the butter and marshmallows over medium heat until smooth. Blend
in two drops of yellow food coloring and one drop of red food coloring,
adding more to reach the desired shade.
2. In a large bowl, mix the cereal, candy corn and chocolate chips.
3. Add the marshmallow mixture to the cereal mixture and stir quickly to
combine.
4. Spread on a large buttered jellyroll pan, pressing with buttered hands or
a buttered spatula. Cut into squares. Should yield 24 servings.
Whaler’s Cove Annual Food Survey Results
Whaler’s Cove would like to thank all of the residents who responded to the
Annual Resident Food Survey last month. As you know, we value your
feedback and want to provide an enjoyable dining experience.
If at any time you have any questions or concerns regarding your diet, your
meal time or your seat in the dining room, please do not hesitate to let your
Dietary Department know. We are here to serve you!