Wooden Bangle Bracelet Craft

These wooden bangle bracelets are one of our favorite crafts, especially for summer camp! You can be creative and match your own style, and there are so many options for decorating. These can be for both kids and adults. Pick … Read More


Memorial Day Activities for Senior Residents

Memorial Day is a special day for our country to honor and remember those who have died in the line of duty. While many of us enjoy seeing Memorial Day as the unofficial beginning of summer, it is important for … Read More


5 DIY Party Crafts for Cinco De Mayo

Having a Cinco De Mayo party? Spice up the celebration with some great DIY party decorations! We have chosen 5 of our favorite Mexican themed crafts that you can make with recycled household items and some common craft materials. DIY Cardboard Pinata … Read More


10 Mother’s Day Activities for Senior Residents

Looking for something different as a Mother’s Day activity, besides the annual Mother’s Day Brunch? Try adding in one of these fun bonding ideas for your resident-mothers and their adult children. (Don’t worry – keep the brunch on Sunday, but … Read More


Top 10 DIY Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids

Mother’s Day crafts are so much fun for kids, and Moms love them! Learn how to make these 10 awesome crafts from our craft expert Crafty Kate. These are great for your classroom, after school program or scout group. Each project allows … Read More


Healthy Choices for Kids – Tips & Snack Recipes

With Every Kid Healthy™ week coming up (April 24-28th) and the Y’s Healthy Kids Day® (April 29th), we recognize the importance of encouraging students to make healthy choices and understand nutrition. A great way to do this is through cooking … Read More




Meaningful Earth Day Activities for After School

There are so many ways to celebrate our beautiful planet on Earth Day. Planting a plant, making an earth craft, or cleaning up the trash in a local neighborhood, all have a lesson attached to them that lend mother nature … Read More