Freedom Month Ice Cream Month

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1 ICE CREAM PARTY Match the clue to the answer associated with ice cream. 1. Thick dairy product 2. Chocolate alternative 3. Banana 4. Natural sweetener 5. Almonds and pistachios 6. Ice cream drink 7. Root Beer 8. Cereal s partner 9. Ice cream server 10. Three-color ice cream 11. Edible holder 12. Very tasty 13. Ice-cold 14. Oreo s and chocolate chip 15. Refreshing ice cream flavor 16. Milk or dark 17. Desert with hot fudge 18. Almond and marshmallow ice cream The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living 2300 SE 28 th Street Bentonville Arkansas A. Rocky road B. Milkshake C. Float D. Nuts E. Milk F. Vanilla G. Frozen H. Sugar I. Mint J. Cone K. Split L. Cookies M. Sundae N. Cream O. Chocolate P. Delicious Q. Scoop R. Neapolitan Freedom Ice Cream Blueberry Independence Day July 4 Lucky 7 Day July 7 Cow Appreciation Day July 10 Ice Cream Cone Anniversary July 23 International Day of Friendship July 30 The Meadows ly The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living Community 2300 SE 28 th St, Bentonville, AR All American Ice Cream July 2018 If you grew up in America, you probably know this little rhyme: You scream! I scream! We all scream for ice cream! For most Americans, the phrase ice cream brings up memories of summer, like ice cream cones, banana splits, hot fudge sundaes, root beer floats, and buying a scoop from the drug store when it only cost a dime. Ice cream is the ultimate old fashioned treat. This dessert has a history that stretches all around the world. In India, there s kulfi. In Italy, gelato. In Japan, mochi. It seems every country has its own spin on the delicious frozen treat we Americans call ice cream. It is impossible to say how exactly ice cream reached America, but it likely arrived with European settlers in the early 1700 s. By this time, several books on confectionery had been produced and included recipes for ices and ice cream. Housewives would serve these treats to guests in the shape of vegetables, fruits and animals, thanks to special ice cream molds. In 1790, the first ice cream parlor opened in New York. During the summer of the same year, our first president, George Washington, is said to have spent $200 to satisfy his craving for the refreshing treat. Thomas Jefferson is said to have kept several ice houses, able to hold up to 62 wagonloads of ice, along with huge amounts of ice cream! The Lincolns had a taste for the cold stuff. Before and during his presidency, Abraham Lincoln s wife Mary Todd frequently hosted strawberry parties for friends and served strawberries served with cake and you guessed it ice cream. Though its history spans worldwide and over centuries, ice cream has made itself quite comfortable in America, becoming one of the most popular desserts in the country.

2 Meadows Happenings Welcome Summer! We celebrated the start of summer on Friday, June 22 nd with a fun party under our front canopy! Everyone enjoyed the beautiful day with a sweet watermelon treat, fun oldies music and kicking beach balls. Plenty of laughter and smiles were included! Garden Update! Work on the garden has begun! Cap, the young man who is doing his Eagle Scout project is diligently at work! We are excited about this great addition to The Meadows. Y all It s Cow Appreciation! Tuesday, July 10 th is Cow Appreciation Day! Chick-fil-A hosts a wonderful and fun celebration in which our residents and family members have had a BLAST attending in the past. We d love for you to join us! Please RSVP to Marisa so we may ensure that you have your cow themed attire! We will leave from here at 10:45am for lunch. The lunch is FREE. Check with Marisa for the menu choices so we can have our order ready. It s sure to be a great time for all! French? Fries July 13 is French Fries Day, but are these delicious fried potatoes actually French? Potatoes did not originate in Europe, but in South America. Spanish explorers brought them back to Europe, where they became beloved for their versatility, especially in France. Fried potatoes became a common street food in Paris sold not as long fries but in chunks. It is said that Thomas Jefferson grew so fond of the food while acting as ambassador to France that he introduced fries to America. It is in Belgium, that the history of frites began a century before France s fried potatoes. Frites (pronounced FREETS) are so dear a food to Belgium that in 2014 the country petitioned to make the fried potatoes the official symbol of its cultural heritage. So when did Belgian frites become French fries? The story goes that American soldiers marching through French-speaking Belgium during World War I discovered the tasty fried potatoes. The American soldiers then called the delicious new fried potatoes French fries. Ice Cream Party Answers: 1.) N 2.) F 3.) K 4.) H 5.) D 6.) B 7.) C 8.) E 9.) Q 10.) R 11.) J 12.) P 13.) G 14.) L 15.) I 16.) O 17.) M 18.) A

3 Resident Spotlight Betty Gastineau Betty Jean Kohler was born on May 9 th, 1926 in Ettrick, Wisconsin to her parents Elvin and Beatrice. She was the third child in her family. Betty grew up in the small town of Parteeville, Wisconsin with her 5 brothers and 2 sisters. During her teens Betty worked at the local ice cream parlour. She says that the ice cream was made on site and it was the most popular place in town. She said the best part was at the end of the day when they got to eat as much ice cream as they wanted! Betty met Carl Gastineau and they were married on June 10 th, Carl was in the Army. The couple lived in Wisconsin and Colorado before moving to Arkansas. While they lived in Colorado they adopted their only daughter, Cindy. Betty reminisced about a family vacation to Alaska in their station wagon. They had a mattress in the back and it was quite an adventure going through the mountains! Betty has two twin grandchildren, Brittany of Pea Ridge, Arkansas and Christopher of Texas. She has 3 beautiful great-granddaughters. While living in Bentonville, Arkansas Betty worked as a payroll clerk. She worked for the same company for 26 years before retiring. In her spare time she enjoyed making quilts for friends and family and crocheting. Sometime after her husband passed away Betty took a cruise in the Caribbean with friends. Betty can best be described as quiet and gentle. She says she finds great comfort in being at The Meadows. We are grateful to have Betty as a part of our community. Blowing Springs Park During the summer months it is a great experience to get out to the Blowing Springs Park in Bella Vista to hear the music of the Community Band. We attended on Tuesday, June 12 th and will plan to go again on Tuesday, July 31 st. We invite any family or friends who would like to go with us. Bring a lawn chair if you have one. Food is provided on site for a small fee. Meadows Happenings Cont. Employee of the Congratulations to Donna Dollar, LPN for the distinction of Employee of the for July! Donna has been a dedicated nurse at The Meadows for 5 years as the month of July. Welcome New Residents! Jim & Ginny Light Charlie Davis Myrna Behm

4 Lonnie Billinglea 7/13 July Birthdays Louise Barnett 7/28 JULY FLOWERS ~ LARKSPUR & WATER LILY The Larkspur Each color variation of the larkspur has a different meaning: Pink means fickleness White conveys a happy nature Purple normally represents a first love Generally, larkspur indicates strong bonds of love. Staff Birthday Katelyn Ralph C.N.A. 7/20 The Water Lily This July flower signifies purity and majesty. Aside from being lovely in their own right, water lilies are often used in ponds to deter the growth of algae and to shade and cool the water for resident fish and frogs. July Highlights Cow Appreciation Lunch at Chick-fil-A ~ Tuesday, July 10 th at 10:45am Get dressed up in cow themed attire and get free food! This is a fun annual event for both residents and families. We can provide cow themed gear, please sign up in advance and let Marisa or Megan know you are interested and we can get y all outfitted in style! History Club at the Bentonville Library ~ Tuesday, July 17 th at 6:00pm This is an informative and thoughtful presentation of the history of Benton County. Reminisce along with other members of the community. Natural s Baseball Game ~ Thursday, July 19 th at 5:45pm This will be Thirsty Thursday with specials on drinks. Cost to attend is $11.50 The Natural s will be playing against the Tulsa Drillers. Peel Mansion Tour ~ Friday, July 27 th at 1:00pm ALL visitors are now able to view the mansion for FREE! Enjoy a walk along the garden path and discover the unique gift shop. Due to the thresholds having large humps it is difficult to navigate if you require a wheelchair or mechanical chair. Bingo at Millwood Church ~ Tuesday, July 10 th & 24 th at 5:45pm Let us join other members of the community for early bird games of Bingo. The cost is $5.00 for four games and the opportunity to win tangible prizes. The main pack is $20.00, bring a personal care item to donate and get 2 for 1. Concert at Blowing Springs Park ~ Tuesday, July 31 st at 6:00pm The park is beautiful, shaded and cool. The music is fantastic! Join us as we have a wonderful evening at Blowing Springs Park. Other Special Events here at The Meadows Patriotic Magic Show with Alan Burdick Monday, July 2 nd at 2:30pm Fun and Fireworks at The Meadows Wednesday, July 4 th at 7:00pm A Taste of Old Benton County by Jill Werner Friday, July 6 th at 2:30pm Encompass Health Talk / Dehydration Friday, July 13 th at 2:00pm

5 The Meadows Activity Calendar :45pm Church New Wine Ministry 2 2:30pm Patriotic Magic Show with Alan Burdick 3 3:00pm Old Time Reminisce Movie 6:30pm Skip-Bo 4 America the Beautiful 7:00pm Fun & Fireworks 5 6 2:30pm A Taste of Old Benton County 3 rd Fl by: Jill Werner 7 Night 8 2:30pm Church with Gospel Light 15 1:00pm Church Service with New Heights 22 1:00pm Church Service Village Bible 29 2:30 Church Service 9 1:30pm Bentonville Library 16 2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball 23 2:30pm Ice Cream Social 30 2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball 10 10:45am Cow Appreciation lunch at Chick-fil-A 5:45pm Bingo at Millwood Church 6:30pm Skip-Bo 17 9:30-10:30am Blood Pressure Clinic 3:00pm Movie 6:00pm History Club 24 9:45am Dollar General 5:45pm Bingo at Millwood Church 31 3:00pm Movie 5:45pm Concert at Blowing Spring Park Happy Birthday! Lonnie B.7/13 Louise B. 7/ :30pm Resident Council 3 rd Floor 19 5:45pm Natural s Baseball Game Thirsty Thursday 26 2:30pm Wii Bowling 13 2:00pm Encompass Health Talk: Dehydration 20 2:30pm Birthday Party *3 rd Floor* 5:00pm Olde Tyme Music 27 1:00pm Peel Mansion Tour *FREE* 14 1:00pm Card Games 21 9:30am Bentonville Farmer s Market Yarnell Ice Cream Day 28 1:00pm Card Games Beauty Shop Appointments: Jean # Transportation: Please schedule at the front desk