Mindfulness Through the Arts (TM)

Monday, May 12th

at 2pm

A special program for the care partner with two options!

Option One is an Arts Practice guided by a professional artist for individuals affected by the loss of a loved one or for someone just needing a break from being that special

care partner.

Option Two is the opportunity to enjoy playing some games with others 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)

Tuesday, May 13th

at 2pm

Baseball Memories professionals led by Ike Brooks will be here to host their second part of famous segments of Baseball Movies! Each are members of SABR, Society for American Baseball Research. Enjoy baseball snacks and food during the afternoon.

A great way to enjoy the

time with us!

THREE

Sweet Arts Café (TM)

Wednesday, May 14th

Lunch: 11:00am

Program: Noon

We want all to enjoy the program opportunities at the Foundation. Every Wednesday, we host a lunchtime program that brings individuals together over lunch. We’ll offer a beverage and dessert. Following the meal, we will have Resident Artist Lee Ann Eyre lead a creative art session!

FOUR

Walk & Roll in

the Park(TM)

Thursday, May 15th

at 11am

Come enjoy a special time together and a healthy walk/roll

in Clague Park. Join us on Thursday mornings at 11am.

(No walk if below 50 degrees or raining.) The Westlake park is located at Clague Road & Hilliard Blvd. Meet at Clague Cabin, inside the park, past the pool. A great way to get to know others and get some fresh spring air. Bring water and/or a snack. There are benches along the

way to stop and rest.

FIVE

Gentle Moments (TM)

An opportunity with

Expert Shirley Nelson!

By Appointment on Thursdays at 2pm.

Looking for participants to

attend a 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.

Please contact us

for further details about

the program at 440-414-0434.

SIX

Friday, May 16th from 11am – Noon

We welcome participants and friends from Westlake Community Service Center for a tour of Diane Cole’s Quilt Exhibit and the Foundation’s Permanent Collection for

tea & pastry. Enjoy the exhibit and art!

Diane Cole Quilt Exhibit!

Diane’s exhibit in the Center for Artful Living Art Gallery runs through May 30th. A beautiful collection of Diane’s wonderful handcrafted quilts. Many are for sale and the proceeds benefit the Foundation. We are most grateful to Gary Cole.

Gallery is open Monday – Friday, 10 – 5.

SEVEN

Celebrate the Arts (TM)

and Support Group Session

Friday, May 16th

at 2pm

Be with staff from Mixed Melody Music on Friday afternoon as they host their lively program! All will enjoy a variety of music styles and songs related to our month’s theme. Refreshments will follow the program and time to socialize.

EIGHT

“Yes, And…” Next Performance on

Saturday, May 17th at the Dobama Theater!

Reservations required. Call: 216-932-3600 for reservations.

The performance provides a communication method to comfortably interact with someone affected by dementia in a non-confrontational way. Cleveland Actress, Writer & Director Anne McEvoy conceived the script and has invited local actors to perform the play. Time for questions and answers following the performance.

NINE

Cleveland Clinic – South Euclid – Lyndhurst Regional Library & the Farrell Foundation host ReFRESHing Memories on Wednesday, May 21st at 2pm

TEN

Saturday, May 24th

9am – Noon

Volunteers Needed!!

A Sensory Garden & Brunch

Come be with us on Saturday morning as we prepare our Sensory Garden for the summer season. Join us first for brunch, then we will have a variety of activities to prepare areas for planting flowers, herbs and vegetables in the ground and in raised beds. We need volunteers and ask you to bring small garden tools and cross your fingers for a sunny day. Thank you to David Hopka for all of his work in the gardens and property. Thank you to Petitti’s Avon & Mark Hopka, David’s son for plant material. Thank you also to Cleveland West Road Runners Members Bob Myers and Paul Schlosser for their yard maintenance. Thank you to Westlake – Bay Village Rotary and their members for their hard work. We need individuals to volunteer to help water and maintain the garden throughout the summer. One hour a week to come and water and eliminate those weeds! We will build a schedule around you and your vacation time.

THANK YOU!!!

ELEVEN

Bonjour!

SAVE THE DATE!

For the Farrell Foundation’s 2025 Benefit & Gala!

Saturday, September 6th 5pm – 10pm

at La Centre Event Center

in Westlake!

OTHER NEWS

Hal Mitcheltree Photography

Hal, a friend of the Foundation and professional that has hosted many photography programs, is currently sharing his beautiful photographs at the Foundation. He has framed and dry mounted pieces available for purchase. Please view Hal’s work and consider purchasing a photograph. All proceeds benefit the Foundation.

Farrell Foundation Community Outreach Coordinator Nadine Kodysz participated in a Health Fair at the Fairview Park Senior Center on Wednesday, April 30th! The theme was the Kentucky Derby!

In Friday’s Celebrate the Arts session, participants have fun

getting some chair exercise in a lively program led by Gina Glendenning from Active For Life!

On Monday, the guys who play games celebrated Steve Giblin’s birthday! From left: Dr. Charlie Farrell, David Hopka, Steve Giblin

and John Carlson.

Tuesday’s Heartful Living Cafe was led by Yoga expert Jen Nebraska (second from left). Jen led the group in a wonderful chair yoga exercise session!

Wednesday’s Sweet Arts Cafe was led by Sarah Beebe, Community Outreach Coordinator for Westlake Porter Public Library. Sarah did an interesting presentation on country singer Willie Nelson!