This month, our focus on creative expression continues with
a focus on art. Art, as with beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. It is
understandable that some have great artistic ability and others do not. But, at
Juniper we know that everyone has a passion for creative expression, regardless
of ability or age. Pablo Picasso once said, “All children are artists. The
problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” He is speaking about becoming
inhibited as adults. With our various art programs we encourage uninhibited
creativity as a form of therapy. Creating art affords the opportunity of
self-exploration and self-expression leading to both physical and mental
benefits. Creating art in any of its various forms, is also about sharing a bit
of ourselves with each other. Art is one way to express ourselves, and the
creations are honest and true representations of our experiences. In sharing
our stories through art with others we invite communication and create lasting
bonds.
Art typically encompasses painting, sculpting, and drawing.
But, the act of creating art can be as simple as doodling. Art is simply the
creation of something outside one’s self that often mirrors what is going on
within their mind, soul, and body. We use creative arts as a way to nurture the
spirit of life. Join us throughout February as we focus on great varieties of
art such as photography, needlework, handicrafts, painting, sculpture and more.
Please join us as we share a bit of ourselves with our weekly craft classes,
experience art on an outing to an art museum, and embrace our celebratory
spirit with Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day parties. We look forward to
helping you Awaken Your Passion this month!
Our fabulous February 2017 events in Pittsburgh, PA at
Juniper Village at Forest Hills include our:
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Wear Red For Heart Health as Juniper Village’s
Wellness Director, Murial Myers presents information about heart health and the
warning signs of a heart attack including exercise, diet and the things you can
do for a healthy heart on National Wear Red Day for Heart Health Awareness
February 3rd at 1:30 pm.
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Caregiver Support Group Meeting approved by the
Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and affiliated with
the National Alzheimer’s Association as this month we will discuss how a heart
healthy diet can help prevent Alzheimer’s Disease in younger generations on
February 11th at 10:30 am.
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Valentine’s Day Celebration as sweethearts of
all ages are invited to join us as we revel with a variety of decadent desserts
and musical entertainment by The Sunshine Boys on February 14th at
1:30 pm.
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Presidents’ Day Celebration as we have invited
local Abraham Lincoln impersonator, Rick Miller to present his interpretation
of Abraham Lincoln, along with information on his life, the Civil War and what
life was like for Honest Abe on February 20th at 2:00 pm.
We look forward to sharing our February 2017 events in Pittsburgh,
PA at Juniper Village at Forest Hills with you as you Awaken Your Passion.
