Blog entries http://www.jacarandatrace.com Fri, 18 May 2012 17:39:03 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/beach-picnic-may-8th <p>Residents enjoyed the first beach picnic of Spring so much that we decided to do it all again! What's not to enjoy? Maxine Barritt Park boasts glorious views of the Gulf, powdery sand on the shoreline, and tropical breezes. Dining Services provided a picnic-inspired menu, and Kenny Moolinar played the steel drum! Click here to view our photo gallery.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 450px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/IMG_2515 LR.jpg"... Arts & Leisure Fri, 18 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Maxine Barritt Park Group Activities Beach Picnic Beach Outing Jacaranda Trace http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/know-your-neighbor-mays-mystery <p style="text-align: center; "><img src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Know Your Neighbor - Who Am I.jpg" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left; ">Do you think that you know your neighbor? Here's a chance for you to test your neighborly knowledge!<br /><br/> Neighbor #1:<br /> <img style="width: 350px; height: 349px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Severson, Jini - young.JPG" alt="alt" /><br /> One of my favorite childhood memories is of a weekend vacation at... Arts & Leisure Thu, 17 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Know Your Neighbor Who Am I Know Your Neighbor JT Residents jacaranda trace community http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/know-your-neighbor-aprils-mystery-revealed <p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 180px; height: 240px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Know Your Neighbor - Who Am I.jpg" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p><br /> Let's see if you guessed correctly last month! February's mystery is finally revealed below!<br /><br/> Neighbor #1: Susan Zanger<br /> <img style="width: 500px; height: 293px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Zanger, Sue - side by side.JPG" alt="alt" /><br /><br/> Neighbor #2: Harry Soukup<br /> <img s... Arts & Leisure Wed, 16 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Know Your Neighbor - April's Mystery Revealed Know Your Neighbor JT Residents jacaranda trace community http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-menu-may-15th-21st-468 <p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 165px; height: 250px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Specials Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left; ">Jacaranda Trace Dinner Special Menu<br /> May 15th &ndash; May 21st 2012<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> Tuesday:&nbsp;&nbsp;Swedish Meatballs over <br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Egg Noodles&nbsp... Jacaranda Trace Tue, 15 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Special Menu Dining Services Jacaranda Trace Dining Menu http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-menu-may-15th-21st <p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 142px; height: 222px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Menu Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p><br /> Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu<br /> May 15th &ndash; May 21st 2012<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tossed Salad&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&... Dining Services Tue, 15 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Menu Dining Services Jacaranda Trace Dining Services http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/watercolor-class-with-carolyn-miranda <p>Carolyn Miranda is an exceptional watercolor artist and instructor. She currently is teaching our resident artists new skills and techniques in the watercolor medium. Each time she instructs at our facility, residents gain more understanding and inspiration to experience artistic freedom!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 500px; height: 333px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Carolyn Miranda LR.jpg" alt="alt" /><br /><br/> <img style="width: 500px; height: 3... Arts & Leisure Mon, 14 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Watercolor Class Resident Artists Carolyn Miranda Artist Art Class Jacaranda Trace http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/final-days-of-all-faiths-food-bank-backpack-stuffing <p>Our resident volunteers have faithfully worked all school-year long, stuffing backpacks with nutritious foods for local students in need. All Faiths Food Bank has enabled JT residents to get involved inthe fight against hunger. As we near the end of our backpacking season, we would like to thank AFFB for allowing us to be a part of such a wonderful cause!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center; "><img style="width: 250px; height: 375px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/AFFB Backpa... Arts & Leisure Sun, 13 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Group Activities Community Outreach All Faiths Food Bank BackPack for Kids Program http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/francis-smiths-artwork-showing-at-jt-gallery <p>Artwork by Frances Smith is now on display in the Jacaranda Trace Art Gallery.&nbsp; Frances attended Boston Museum of Fine Arts School and Ringling School of Art.&nbsp; She has been a freelance artist for over 30 years specializing in acrylic, watercolor and pastel and also is trained in stained glass, calligraphy and wall murals.&nbsp; Her animal art is featured in Ann Jacobs Gallery in Highlands, NC. Frances has taught both children and adult art classes for many years and has won numerous... Jacaranda Trace Sat, 12 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Francis Smith Artists at Jacaranda Trace Art Gallery Southwest Florida Art gallery http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/chefs-table-pulled-chicken-grilled-cheese <p><img src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Chef's Table Icon 2.jpg" alt="alt" /><br /><br/> Pulled Chicken Grilled Cheese Recipe<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Here is another simple and yet delicious idea for a grilled cheese sandwich, pulled chicken grilled cheese. This recipe consists of shredded chicken mixed with your favorite BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, and dill pickle slices. You can experiment with different types of cheese if you want, smoked Gouda may be a good option. If you would prefe... Dining Services Fri, 11 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Jacaranda Trace Recipes Dining Services Chef's Table http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/adapting-to-lifes-changes <p>Many events in life may cause us to need support, someone to talk to and counsel with. The death of a loved one, receiving bad news about our health, etc., all merit the need of comfort. Adapting to Life's Changes&nbsp; is offered on a monthly basis at Jacaranda Trace to help our residents cope and move forward. Tidewell is here to offer a helping hand.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Adapting to Li... Arts & Leisure Thu, 10 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Tidewell Support Support Groups at Jacaranda Trace Adapting to Life's Changes http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/siesta-key-sand-sculpture-contest <p>The Siesta Key Sand Sculpture Contest is one of the most spectacular competitions of its kind. Siesta Key provides the absolute perfect conditions for building sand sculptures, and we're not just talking your average sand castle! So enjoy the ocean, the sound of sea gulls, and most of all, the art!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 386px; height: 288px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Siesta Key Sand Castle Competition.jpg" alt="alt" /><br /><br/> <img style... Arts & Leisure Wed, 09 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Southwest Florida Events Siesta Key Sand Sculpture Contest Beach Outing Jacaranda Trace http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-specials-menu-may-8th-14th <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 140px; height: 224px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Specials Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p><br /> Jacaranda Trace Dinner Special Menu<br /> May 8th &ndash; May 14th 2012<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> Tuesday:&nbsp;&nbsp;Grilled Ham Steak<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; w/ Hawaiian Sauce&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nb... Dining Services Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Special Menu Dining Services Jacaranda Trace Dining Menu http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-menu-may-8th-14th <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Menu Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p>Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu<br /> May 8th &ndash; May 14th 2012<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chopped Salad&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbs... Dining Services Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Menu Dining Services Jacaranda Trace Dining Services http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/asolo-theatre-hamlet-prince-of-cuba <p>Hamlet&rsquo;s intense struggle to understand the meaning of life has captivated audiences for more than 400 years. Now, Sarasota audiences will be the first to see a distinctively Cuban Hamlet, which reveals new perspectives on the classic work while staying true to Shakespeare&rsquo;s original story. With performances both Spanish and English, this new adaptation offers us a fresh and stunning portrayal of a son&rsquo;s struggle to pursue justice, and the consequences that threaten to destr... Arts & Leisure Mon, 07 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Theatrical Events Southwest Florida prince of Cuba Cultural Events Jacaranda Trace Cultural Events Asolo Theatre - Hamlet http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/breakfast-outing-to-flapjacks-cafe <p>Going out for breakfast is always a special treat. Jacaranda Trace is centered among many restaurants which serve a hearty and delicious breakfast. Flapjacks Cafe is one of these restaurants, and you don't want to miss our outing there! Join us for a tall stack of pancakes and other breakfast specialties!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 425px; height: 386px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Flapjacks Cafe.jpg" alt="alt" /></p> Arts & Leisure Sun, 06 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Group Activities Flapjacks Cafe Dining Out Breakfast Outing http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/jt-bar-lounge <p>The Bar Lounge has taken off with great success! Residents love visiting the area for a quick bite to eat and a tasty cocktail to top it off. They can come enjoy some social time with their friends without ever having to leave Jacaranda Trace.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 461px; height: 307px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Bar Lounge LR.jpg" alt="alt" /><br /><br/> <img style="width: 463px; height: 307px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/sto... Dining Services Sat, 05 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Senior Social Activities Jacaranda Trace Group Activities Dining Services Bar Lounge http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/swimming-with-the-whales-documentary <p>Ever wonder what it would be like to swim with the largest mammals on Earth? What a humbling experience it would be to be near the majestic creatures as they emerged out of the sea, and crash back down into the ocean depths. Our residents had the opportunity to meet someone who did just that, and view a documentary about her experience. They learned so much and felt like they were very close to the experience - all without getting their feet wet!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img style=... Arts & Leisure Fri, 04 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Swimming with Whales Documentary Senior Activities Jacaranda Trace Clubhouse Educational Event at Jacaranda Trace http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/piano-concert-with-andrew-lapp <p>Jacaranda Trace welcomes Andrew Lapp once again, as he performs a piano concert for your listening pleasure. Having his first piano lesson at the age of seven, he later studied privately with Sandra Lawler. Andrew has also taken master lessons with several noted teachers including Dr. Marc Silverman of the Manhattan School of Music, Rebecca Penneys of the Eastman School of Music, Dr. Kevin Orr of the University of Florida, and Dr. Sergio Ruiz of Sam Houston University. Andrew has appeared as ... Arts & Leisure Thu, 03 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Piano Concert Live Entertainment Jacaranda Trace Senior Living Entertainment at Jacaranda Trace Andrew Lapp http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-special-menu <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 138px; height: 206px;" src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Specials Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p>Jacaranda Trace Dinner Special Menu<br /> May 1st &ndash; May 7th 2012<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> Tuesday:&nbsp;Chicken Cordon Bleu <br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; w/Creamy Dijon Sauce<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbs... Arts & Leisure Wed, 02 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Specials Menu Dining Services Dining Menu http://www.jacarandatrace.com/blog/weekly-menu-may-1st-7th <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.jacarandatrace.com/images/stories/Weekly Menu Icon.JPG" alt="alt" /></p><br/><p>Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu<br /> May 1st &ndash; May 7th 2012<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tossed Salad&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&... Dining Services Wed, 02 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 Weekly Menu Dining Services Jacaranda Trace Dining Menu