May 2nd – May 8th, 2021
Fun Holidays and Factoids From This Week In History!
May 2nd, 1933 – Sightings of the famous Loch Ness Monster were first reported in Scotland’s Inverness Courier.
May 3rd – World Press Freedom Day, a day to recognize the value of the freedom of the press and honor journalistic integrity across the world!
May 4th, 1919 – The first LEGAL Sunday baseball game happens in New York City, as 35,000 people watch the Phillies beat the Giants 4-3.
May 5th, 1862 – The Mexican Army defeats the French in The Battle of Puebla, signifying the defeat of a European Colonial Power. This battle was the root of the holiday Cinco De Mayo!
May 6th, 1915 – A left handed pitcher for the New York Yankees hit his first career home run. George Herman “Babe” Ruth was his name.
May 7th – National Day of Prayer, first established by the Continental Congress in 17175, is observed.
May 8th,1945 – V-E Day: The end of fighting in Europe during World War II.
Happy Birthday
Helen Slater 05-02 Francis Youtzy 05-07
Thomas Pfaffe 05-03 Katherine Hildebrand(E)05-07
Arlene Koch 05-06
Lucinda Smith (E) 05/06
Alexis Dominguez (E) 05-06
Weekly Inspiration
“People will forget what you said, and forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
~ Maya Angelou~
Prayer Request & Scripture
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Isaiah 30:15
“In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust you shall find strength.”
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THIS WEEK PRAY FOR:
Residents: Eber Gardens
Staff: Activities
Sally, Jessica B., Ashley, Sande, Sarah, Sydney, Tammy C., Micah, Jessica L., Rachel, Joe, Tammy K.
Activity Calendar
***All schedules are subject to suddenly change without notice***
Sunday, May 2
9:00 Worship – Channel 3
10:15 Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Service – Channel 3
1:00 Sande’s Fun Playlist – Channel 3
2:00 Room To Room Trivia
Monday, May 3
9:00 Devotions – Channel 3
9:30 Mindful Meditations – Channel 3
10:00 Music w/ Monique & Steven – Channel 3
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3
1:30 Rosary – Channel 3
2:00 Music w/ Avi – Chanel 3
Tuesday, May 4
9:00 Devotions – Channel 3
9:30 Mindful Meditations – Channel 3
10:00 Glamour Shots
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3
1:00 Glamour Shots
Wednesday, May 5th
9:00 Devotions – Channel 3
9:30 Mindful Meditations – Channel 3
10:00 Glamour Shots
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3
2:00 Virtual Entertainment – Channel 3
Thursday, May 6th
9:00 Devotions – Channel 3
9:30 Mindful Meditations – Channel 3
10:00 Catholic Mass – Channel 3 & Social Room
10:30 Joe Chi – Channel 3
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3
1:30 Glamour Shots
Friday, May 7th
9:00 Devotions – Channel 3
9:30 Mindful Meditations – Channel 3
10:00 Music & Stories w/ Leanne & Luke – Chanel 3
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3 & Social Room
1:30 Chair Yoga w/ Sheryl – Channel 3
Saturday, May 8th
8:30 Room To Room Cart
11:00 Exercise – Channel 3
1:00 Room To Room Cart
This and That
-Mama Mallard is back, along with her little ducklings (8 or 9 of them)! They can be seen waddling around the courtyard, and maintenance will get their pool out for them in the coming weeks. Be sure to catch a look!
-National Nursing Home week begins on May 9th, so be on the lookout for all sorts of fun dress-up days, games, and giveaways!
Good Samaritan Home of Quincy
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