Westlake Porter Public Library recently unveiled some renovations. Part of the renovation involved upgrading the area for children and youth. The library dedicated a new wall display honoring the late Sunny Thompson. Sunny was a long time and beloved librarian for Westlake Public Schools. The unique design allows special books to be placed on its shelves. Sunny and her husband enjoyed many Farrell Foundation programs. Her husband Scott serves on the Board of Directors for the Farrell Foundation.

Enjoy Our January Programs!

Music, Art, Dance, Wellness!

ONE

Mindfulness Through the Arts (TM)

Monday, January 27th

at 2 pm

A special program for the care partner with two options! One choice is to be engaged in a guided art practice led by a professional artist. Option two is the opportunity to enjoy playing some games at the Center!

A great time for yourself and to have some fun and engage the mind and enjoy some refreshments. In-person only.

 For questions, contact us at 440-414-0434.

TWO

The HeARTful

Living Café (TM)

& New Education & Support Program

Tuesday, January 28th

at 2pm

Join us on Tuesday afternoon! We host three different options. Tracy Heberle will host her monthly New Education Program in Dementia Care for care partners. Sally Ollerton hosts our monthly session for individuals diagnosed with dementia. In our multi-purpose space, Exercise Expert Elizabeth Revy will lead all in a fun Chair Tia Chi program. All reconvene for refreshments following the sessions. Join us!

THREE

Sweet Arts Café (TM)

Wednesday, January 29th

*Special Time*

Lunch: Noon

Program: 12:45pm

Be with us for lunchtime on Wednesday! Bring a brown bag lunch and we’ll provide a beverage and dessert. A nice way to socialize and enjoy others. Then at 12:45, enjoy our wonderful dance program with Sara Lawrence-Sucato and her Move 2 Connect Seated Dance Program. A fun way to get some exercise!

We wish a very

Happy Birthday to volunteer Marianne Cunningham! Her birthday is on January 29th. Wishing you the best, and thanks for all you do for the Foundation!

We also wish a very

Happy Birthday to Support Group Leader Tracy Heberle! Her birthday is also on January 29th. We wish you a very Happy Birthday and we’re grateful for all you do to make our support group a success!

FOUR

Walk & Move in

the Park(TM)

Thursday, January 30th

Walk & Move in the Park will resume in late March

or early April!

Any interest in a walk on Thursday morning at 11am at an indoor location? Contact us and share your interest at:

440-414-0434 or at:

info@farrellfoundation.com

FIVE

Gentle Moments (TM)

An opportunity with

Expert Shirley Nelson!

By appointment on Thursdays in January.

Looking for participants to

attend a new special program.

We are offering a sensory session to guide a small group

or an individual couple through

a pleasant, relaxing experience. Soothing words and soft music and to spend time together

at the Center.

Guided by Shirley Nelson.

Day of the week and time scheduled will be personally arranged. Please contact us

for further details about

either program

at 440-414-0434.

SIX

Celebrate the Arts (TM)

Friday, January 31st

at 2pm

On Friday, Resident Artist Richard Skerl will lead all in a fun art activity related to our month’s theme! Afterwards, remain for refreshments following the program. Join both in-person and virtually.

Today, January 31st,

is Storyteller Kathy Strawser’s birthday!

We hope that you have a wonderful day! Enjoy!!

Tomorrow, February 1st, is Farrell Foundation’s founder, Dr. Charlie Farrell’s birthday! We all wish Dr. Charlie a joyful and special birthday! Happy Birthday to YOU!!

SEVEN

Photography Exhibit!

Dennis Wert – Westlake Photographer

Member of the Cleveland Photographic Society

The Carolyn L. Farrell Foundation at the Center for Artful Living welcomes photographer Dennis Wert to its gallery.

The exhibit will continue through Friday, February 28th.

Dennis’s travel landscape photography captures the breathtaking beauty of natural environments near and far, each image telling a story of place, mood, and wonder. Through his lens, landscapes transform into vivid tales of adventure, inviting viewers to experience diverse terrains and hidden gems firsthand.

Gallery is open Monday – Friday, 9 – 5.

OTHER NEWS

Here’s a picture of our Little Library in winter! The project was a true team effort. Volunteer Mark Brinich built the library, volunteer David Hopka put the roof on and Resident Artist Lee Ann Eyre painted it!

Not only is it functional year-round, it’s beautiful too! Be sure to stop by and pick up a book!

Participant Mary is enjoying the program and the beautiful touch of spring flowers that volunteer Anne Nolan brought for all to enjoy!