Ferris Hills and Clark Meadows Men's Group enjoys presentation by Tom Mees on Sonnenberg History

KristenMeyer 0 2000

Ferris Hills resident Tom Mees recently gave a fascinating presentation on the history of Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park to our men's group.  With a deep appreciation for local history and a true gift for storytelling, Tom had the audience captivated by his knowledge of this local gem.

In addition to sharing historical insights, Tom enocuraged anyone interested in volunteering at Sonnenberg to get involved - help is always welcome!

One interesting question came up during the discussion: How did Sonnenberg get its name? Tom explained that "Sonnenberg," meaning Sunny Hill in German, was the postal name of the property when it was purchased.  Fittingly, the estate sits at the crest of Fort Hill Avenue.

Tom also shared the story of how Fred and Mary Thompson met: at Mary's father's farewell banquet ball in Albany, NY.  At the time, her father was serving as Governor of New York State.  It was love at first sight.  Just six months later, Fred and Mary were married in the Clark family home, located behind the United Church on Gibson Street.

 

Lifted in Light Program

On the Longest Day, June 20th, we celebrated our friends and family who have suffered from Memory Loss.

KristenMeyer 0 1985

On the Longest Day, June 20th, we celebrated our friends and family who have suffered from Memory Loss and touched us so deeply.  We miss them.  Our celebration included a butterfly release.  We look forward to the time when we can usher them into the next hallway and continue to love and care for them in our Memory Care Community.

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Tai-Chi started this morning at Ferris Hills
Lynne Standish

Tai-Chi started this morning at Ferris Hills

Today was the first day of Tai-Chi and fourteen residents joined in to check it out.  Julie Charles, a Dining Services Associate, and the class instructor, has studied Tai-Chi for 20 years; two of which she lived in China.  She explains that "Tai-Chi is a relaxed martial art that is excellent for your flexibility, balance and your overall health."  One of the participants stated that this class "looks like it's going to be wonderful!." 

Interested?  We invite other residents to join in the fun every Friday morning at 10 am in the Vista Lounge.

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