February 2017 Events in State College, PA: Awaken Your Passion

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 State College, PA at Juniper Village at Brookline Rehab and Skilled Care include our:

§  Paint Your Art Out Professional Networking Event as we celebrate the arts in February with an evening of professional networking and creative fun when guests will chase away winter blues as they are led in painting a spring-themed wine bottle while enjoying decadent chocolate and wine, so be sure to watch for your personal invitation for what is certain to be a night of fun on February 15^th at 6:00 pm.

§  Mardi Gras Celebration with Sherry Lynn’s Ballroom Dancers as the food will be Cajun, the Hurricanes will flow, so come show off your beads, it’s Mardi Gras you know; jazz music will play, dancers will twirl, enjoy your King Cake, oh give it a whirl; put on your mask and wear it well, for your true identity no one can tell, so join us this day so you don’t regret, this may be the best Mardi Gras yet on February 28^th at 2:30 pm. (No reservations required.)

§  The H’art and Soul of Mardi Gras Executive Chef Demonstration with Juniper Village at Brookline chefs as they provide educational food and plate demonstrations to celebrate Mardi Gras, plus a traditional King Cake and celebration beads will also be provided to attendees on February 28^th at 5:30 pm. (RSVP to 814-235-2041 for this special event!)

We look forward to sharing our February 2017 events in State College, PA at Juniper Village at Brookline Rehab and Skilled Care with you as you Awaken Your Passion.