Blog entries

Trivial Pursuit Challenge

Arts & Leisure — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Arts & Leisure planned an evening event for all of our trivia experts out there - Trivial Pursuit Challenge! Many of our residents are avid trivia enthusiasts. They celebrate their knowledge of many subjects, from pop culture and history, to current events and literature!

Weekly Specials Menu-February 21st-27th

Dining Services — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Weekly Dinner Specials
Week of: February 21st - February 27th, 2012

Tuesday: Salisbury Steak w/ Onion
Mushroom Gravy &nbs...

Weekly Menu-February 21st-27th

Dining Services — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu
February 21st – February 27th 2012

Tossed Salad ...

Circus Sarasota

Arts & Leisure — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Moods will "lighten" and spirits will soar, as Bello and other fabulous international circus artists create "hair-raising" fun. We even have VIP Boxes, right on the concourse, no steps to your seat. This is an unforgettable and fun show!

Activities Committee

Arts & Leisure — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

The Arts & Leisure Activities Committee is comprised of JT residents who are committed to helping mold the programming offered in our community. Together they provide their input about past events, and take part in decisions for upcoming programs. They are some of our most involved residents, each taking part in a club, committee and/or event outside of the Activities Committee. Keeping our residents involved in the decision making process sets Jacaranda Trace apart from other independent...

Wii Balance Games

Arts & Leisure — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

The Nintendo Wii game console is not only for young players - it's for the young at heart! We have recently purchased Wii Balance games, which use modern technology to asses your balance skills and grow them more and more with each use. Join us for a game on the Wii, you'll have fun and get active in a new way!

Hearing Assistance Devices

Arts & Leisure — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Many of our residents feel comforted knowing that whatever event they attend in the Clubhouse, Hearing Assistance Devices are available. These devices work with our sound system to amplify volume so that the listener doesn't have to miss a note the musician plays during a concert, or a word a speaker states during a lecture. Once again, the Jacaranda Trace community has made a way for our residents to feel confident and secure as they pursue an active, independent lifestyle.

Think you know your neighbors? Read the descriptions below and see if you can guess who they are! The answers will be revealed next month.

Neighbor #1:
One of my favorite childhood memories is of taking long walks with my father on Sunday afternoons. He passed away when I was only 15. I went to high school along with many evening college...

Know Your Neighbor - January's Mystery Revealed!

Arts & Leisure — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Neighbor #1: Connie Hall

Neighbor #2: Ed Boehm

Weekly Specials Menu

Arts & Leisure — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Weekly Dinner Specials
Week of: February 14th, - February 20th, 2012

Tuesday:Romantic Valentines’
Theme Dinner

Wednesd...

Weekly Menu February 14th-20th

Dining Services — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu
February 14th – February 20th 2012

Chopped Salad ...

Foreign Affairs Class

Arts & Leisure — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Our residents always enjoy staying plugged in to current affairs and learning more about events around the world. Foreign Affairs with Bob Clementis gives them the opportunity to ask questions, and learn more about these events. Keeping them stimulated mentally is healthy for the brain, and helps them feel up-to-date and well-informed.

Computer Classes - Level 1 & 2

Arts & Leisure — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Technology is constantly changing and evolving, which is why it is so vital that our residents stay plugged in to continually tuning their computer skills. Computer Classes are being offered on two levels, one for beginners-intermediate, the other for intermediate-experts. The instructor takes his time with students, teaching them how to navigate the internet, check emails, and complete other basic computer tasks. Students always become more confident in their computer abilities after this co...

Chris & Karen Romig in Concert

Arts & Leisure — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Nothing compares to live classical music, which is what artists Chris and Karen Romig specialize in. They performed a beautiful concert including "Romantic Valentine's Classics," in the Jacaranda Trace Auditorium. The flute and piano came together as the perfect duo to end the evening. The audience applauded, and cannot wait to hear more from this musical team!

Don Deeks Photography Exhibit Opening

Arts & Leisure — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

The talent of Jacaranda Trace residents is truly astounding. Don Deeks, resident photographer, compiled some of his favorite images that he's taken for an exhibit held for all Club Members to behold. Up close photos of lions on the plains of Africa, Mexican dancers from his latest cruise experience and a mysterious owl perched alone on a tree branch were only some of the classic images in the exhibit. His eye for the right angles and lighting, among other things, are quite impressive!

Venice Theatre - "The Sounds of Harry James & The Andrews Sisters"

Arts & Leisure — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

One of Venice Theatre’s most popular concerts of all time! Out own Kim Kollar is joined by Cathy Baudrit, Michelle Pryun and trumpet virtuoso Charly Raymond in a loving tribute to performers that provided the soundtrack for “America’s Greatest Generation.”

Venice Orchid Society Show & Sale

Arts & Leisure — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Venice Orchid Society brings some its most "Enchanting" blooms to the Venice Art Center. There will be hundreds for guests to choose from. They will also be able to ask questions concerning the care of the delicate orchids.

Weekly Specials Menu February 7th-13th

Dining Services — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Weekly Dinner Specials

Week of: February 7th, - February 13th, 2012

Tuesday:Stuffed Cabbage

                   w/ Hungroise Sauce

Wednesday:Old Fashioned Meatloaf

                       w/ Mushroom Gravy

                     ...

Weekly Menu February 7th-13th

Dining Services — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu

February 7th – February 13th 2012



                  Tossed Salad                                                                         Soup Du Jour



       Mixed Greens w/ Cranberry ...

Ballroom Dancing

Arts & Leisure — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0100

Olivia Von Nick instructs senior dancers in the convenient location of our Clubhouse Auditorium. Men and women come together to dance the most beautiful Waltz, Foxtrot and Quickstep you'd ever hope to see. Whether you're experienced or simply just beginning, there is a place for you in our Ballroom Dancing Class!