Welcome to the Islands
July 22, 2022
Our Residents really got into the swing of things during our second annual Luau Luncheon on July 22. An island-themed menu and tropical punch offered up the flavors of paradise, while colorful decorations filled our dining room with splashes of vibrant color. The real fun came when Karen Vevers, activities director, led everyone in song and several Residents showed off their best hula dancing moves.
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Theresa hulaed in her seat until she couldn't resist getting on the dancefloor.
Norma shows off her moves.
Frieda says, "Aloha!"
Dana has fun anywhere there is music.
Sylvia shows off a sweet smile.
Marge raises a glass to summer.
Our photo backdrop made it look like Betty was in the islands.
Sister Gracy puts the squeeze on Marge.
Could Sister Barbara Ann smile any wider?
Sister Ann looked like she was on a cruise.
Dee and Mary pose with our Tiki Man.
Dee was all smiles.
That colorful lei looks great on Mary.
Carolyn Hunter delivers trays with colorful flare.
Is that a pink pineapple, Sister JoAnn?
The Tiki Man welcomes Helen to Hawaii.
Don Ho has nothing on Sister Rosie.
Good thing our ship was docked, or the captain might have tossed Helen and fellow troublemaker Carolyn Klingensmith overboard!
Karen Vevers leads everyone in song.
Volunteer Marylou Markovich spends some one-on-one time with Lillian.
Paul has that vacation look.
Tiffany Bucero accompanies Eileen as she enjoys her ice cream dessert.
Elsie and Marylou enjoy each other's company.
Norma shows off her grass skirt.
Sister Annamarie is sandwiched by Karen Vevers and Carol Kravic.
Joann from Monarch Hospice not only slow-cooked the pork for our yummy slider sandwiches, but she took time to greet each of our Residents. Here, she chats with Sisters Rosie, Cecilia and Eve.
Tiffany Bucero and Carolee Mandernach definitely dressed for the occasion.
Sisters Eve and Cecilia had a great time.
Hello there, Sister Pat Marie!
A sweet smile from Sister Barbara.
Linda and Dana enjoy island time.
Carolee Mandernach, Tiffany Bucero and Carolyn Klingensmith get up to no good wherever they go ... even in paradise.
Paul and Joe have become fast friends.
Tiffany Bucero and Carolyn Hunter serve dishes of refreshing sherbet for dessert.
Sisters Rosie, Eve and Cecilia share their smiles.
Joe didn't do any dancing, but he wanted to be near the action.
Theresa, Dana and Norma dance with delight.
Theresa dances on as Dana giggles at her grass skirt.
Welcome to the islands, Rita.
Paul did some dancing with help from Karen's hula arms.
Keep an eye on this table, where Theresa, Teresa, Mary, Alice and Norma dig into their lunches.
A thoughtful Yolanda enjoys the festivities.
Carolee Mandernach and Carolyn Klingensmith get new aide Michelle Brooks in on the action.
With Karen Vevers as choreographer, Theresa, Dana, Norma, Paul, Ruth Ann and Helen hula it up.