Well-Being activities and events continue in Grinnell’s Mayflower Community. Two “Lunch & Learns” have been hosted by Hannah O’Polka, CNS, FT, Well-Being Coordinator. In October, Dr. Darius Bradford, D.C. explained the range of available chiropractic services. Then, in November, Hannah presented, “Protein As We Age.” Participants for both events each filled the Mayflower J&B Bistro.…
On Thursday, December 15th, one of Grinnell’s most well-known musical groups, Shults & Company, performed for the weekly Mayflower Community Lyceum gathering. Led by retired music teacher and schools administrator, Frank Shults, the group is composed of local vocalists and instrumentalists. Included was pianist John Landkamer, Mayflower Harwich Terrace patio home resident. Shults & Company…
With Hanukkah being observed from Sunday, December 18th through Monday, December 26th, The Mayflower Community honored this high Jewish festival with two events on Friday, December 16th. Hanukkah reaffirms the ideals of Judaism and commemorates, in particular, the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem by the lighting of candles on each day of the…
A large number Mayflower Community residents met on Monday, December 12th, for a regular Mayflower Residents Association (MRA) Town Meeting in the Carman Center. Eleven 2022 Annual Reports were presented by MRA standing committees. Officers were elected for 2023 and Committee members were approved. An MRA contribution to the purchase of new seats for the…
Beginning in January 2023, Grinnell’s Mayflower Community will change the way it offers worship services to residents and guests. For many years, somewhat curtailed during the pandemic, Chapel services have been offered every Tuesday morning. Led by local clergy or other persons of faith, the 30-minute service included a message, songs, and meditation or prayer.…
On Thursday, December 8th, The Mayflower Community celebrated re-establishment of a pre-pandemic tradition: A special dinner followed by entertainment in the Carman Center. The meal event was the Prelude to Christmas Dinner. Served in the warm atmosphere of the holiday-arrayed Buckley Dining Room, the dinner featured beef bourguignon, roasted vegetables, and Brussel sprouts and pomegranate.…
On Tuesday, December 6th, residents and staff in The Mayflower Community Health Center staged a surprise baby shower for Jessica Hasenyager, Administrative Assistant. Facilitated by the Community Life staff, the party included giving Jessica a special gift that was eight months in the making. Started shortly after Jessica learned she was pregnant, a sewing project…
Aubrie Torhorst, a Grinnell College senior art major and co-captain of the College golf team, has conducted several workshops with Mayflower Community Health Center residents. In this volunteer work, the Wisconsin native displayed some of her artwork and directed residents as they did their own drawings. Last October, Aubrie led a session to produce monsters.…
Before the weather turned cold and windy over this last weekend, Mayflower Community’s Community Life and Wellness staff accompanied Health Center residents on a tour of Mayflower’s and Grinnell’s Christmas lights. We are fortunate in Grinnell to live next door to the beautiful, recently-renovated Central Park now dressed up by volunteers for the holidays. Pictured:…
On Monday, November 21st, a Colfax-based husband and wife duo, The Rear View Mirror Band, performed in the Carman Center of The Mayflower Community. They do 50’s and 60’s music and old-time country hits, Mike Castell on vocals and guitar and Joyce Castell on keyboard. Mike has performed in other bands that have also played…