Melodies are in the air in The Mayflower Community, Grinnell. Over the last few weeks, we have been entertained by gospel, country, popular, old-time, Disney, and love songs. We are fortunate to have an acoustically superb venue in the Carman Center and a finely-crafted grand piano. Musicians comment about what a treat it is to
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From Tuesday morning devotions, to the noon potluck, and on to the afternoon parade, Mayflower residents celebrated the 4th of July in Grinnell. Resident Rev. Bonnie Lipton led the regular Tuesday devotions in the Carman Center as participants heard encouragement to share kindness in life and words of assurance and then meditated in silence. At
On Thursday, May 11th, the duo Karin Stein and Ed East performed as “Calle Sur” (Cuh-yeh SOOR) for The Mayflower Community weekly Lyceum program of entertainment in the Carman Center. “Calle Sur” plays a broad range of music styles from Latin America and, thus, provides a glimpse into the immense cultural diversity and nuance of
On April 14th, Larry Eugene Stevens performed for Mayflower residents in the Carman Center. He is a travelling gospel singer and guitarist. For the last 18 years he has devoted his life to sharing his gifts with residents in senior living facilities. That includes a number of Mayflower engagements prior to the pandemic. Larry’s home
On Thursday, December 15th, one of Grinnell’s most well-known musical groups, Shults & Company, performed for the weekly Mayflower Community Lyceum gathering. Led by retired music teacher and schools administrator, Frank Shults, the group is composed of local vocalists and instrumentalists. Included was pianist John Landkamer, Mayflower Harwich Terrace patio home resident. Shults & Company
Beginning in January 2023, Grinnell’s Mayflower Community will change the way it offers worship services to residents and guests. For many years, somewhat curtailed during the pandemic, Chapel services have been offered every Tuesday morning. Led by local clergy or other persons of faith, the 30-minute service included a message, songs, and meditation or prayer.
On Thursday, December 8th, The Mayflower Community celebrated re-establishment of a pre-pandemic tradition: A special dinner followed by entertainment in the Carman Center. The meal event was the Prelude to Christmas Dinner. Served in the warm atmosphere of the holiday-arrayed Buckley Dining Room, the dinner featured beef bourguignon, roasted vegetables, and Brussel sprouts and pomegranate.
On Monday, November 21st, a Colfax-based husband and wife duo, The Rear View Mirror Band, performed in the Carman Center of The Mayflower Community. They do 50’s and 60’s music and old-time country hits, Mike Castell on vocals and guitar and Joyce Castell on keyboard. Mike has performed in other bands that have also played
The Community Life and Wellness staff of The Mayflower Community, Leslie Davidson, Director, and Tracy Woolfolk and Jessica Hasenyager, Coordinators, plan numerous musical performances for Mayflower residents in the Health Center and Beebe Assisted Living. When the weather is conducive, the events take place outside on our campus. Otherwise, the acoustical gem, Mayflower’s Carman Center,
On Friday, May 29th, Grinnell’s renowned Too Many String Band played for healthcare residents of The Mayflower Community in the Carman Center. In the accompanying photo, you will note that the band front row is composed entirely of Mayflower residents (from left), Sig Barber, Sandy Moffett, Betty Moffett, and Bob Cadmus. Aren’t we all fortunate