From Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA:
The community garden is planted, with residents caring for their seasonal flowers and vegetables. With a new planting season approaching, some residents gathered to discussed the current state of the community garden and what they would like to happen to the future gardens. Topics covered were eating healthily, budget meals, and gardening techniques. Tavarua has 11 planters that are maintained by residents. One resident drew a map of the garden and all the boxes that are in it. We jotted down who currently was using which boxes. Available boxes were then assigned to those who were interested. Residents are making the most of their finances by using home grown herbs and vegetables.
Art class, taught by instructor Linda Luisi, provides an opportunity for residents to explore their creativity through various mediums. In March, artists continued to use oils and pastels to create outlines of a giant leaf on petal paper with light media on the dark petal paper background. Everyone was eager for the community Art Show on March 17th. The show, “Dreams and Visions,” allowed residents the opportunity to highlight their work for friends, family, and the public to view. H.B.Harton played his guitar while guests and artists enjoyed St. Patrick’s Day festive food and many excellent conversations! (Click to enlarge the photos.)
~ Jennifer Fallon, Program Coordinator
EngAGE offers a variety of classes, workshops, and special programs at each
of our communities. These posts highlight just a small sample.
