Thanksgiving
Skit, Powerpoint presentation of Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving games, special pumpkin tarts and whipped cream for refreshments, etc.
Remembrance Day
Interviews with war vets, attending police choir with seniors, history of the war presentation, observation of 2 minute silence with the playing of the trumpet, etc.
Christmas
Games, singing, Christmas lights tour in Simcoe with the seniors,
Easter
plays, ESL choir presentation
Victoria Day
quizzes, history of Queen Victoria
April Fool’s Day
jokes on students and explanation of the day
Chinese New Year
students present their games and traditions and share their special food with us for a luncheon
Canada Day
BBQ, old fashioned S.S. picnic with games and prizes
Other Event Ideas
Visit to Fish Farm (owned by one of our past teachers)
Hikes in Toronto parks
Art displays by students in seniors’ events