Sunshine Fathers: A Celebration of Spirit and Adventure

Sunshine Fathers: A Celebration of Spirit and Adventure

It should come as no surprise that both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are celebrated in a big way at Sunshine Retirement Living communities. Just like Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, we go all out to ensure that family members of all generations feel welcome and well fed. However, these two parental celebrations often differ when it comes to how each group prefers to spend the day.

The Old Ball Game

At The Verandah in Lake Charles, Louisiana, festivities kicked off early with a Beanbag Baseball Tournament. Dads indulged in Italian sausage on hoagies with ice-cold Dad’s Root Beer. Prizes for the tournament included bags filled with Cracker Jacks, peanuts, Big League Chew bubble gum, and Baby Ruth bars. Father’s Day Brunch followed a New Orleans-style theme for a festive local touch.

Sports and Shots

In Hot Springs, Arkansas, Country Club Village took a “sports bar” approach. With some vibrant newcomers who enjoy a cocktail or two, Chef Joseph prepared his signature chicken wings while the Life Enrichment Director, Angela Ring, shared her knowledge about whiskey and scotch, offering a fun and educational twist on the celebration.

Hot Rods for Hot Dads

Over at The Continental in Austin, Texas, Activity Director Olga Rosalez geared activities toward the community’s new residents. She invited Sweet Rides of Texas to showcase their classic cars, setting the stage for a lively event complete with a barbecue and live music. Owners of the classic cars were also invited to join in for photos and discussions about these timeless automobiles.

Close but No Cigars

At Dunwoody Pines in Dunwoody, Georgia, Life Enrichment Director Ashley Hurd created a Cigar Lounge theme. Comfortable brown leather chairs, a vocalist accompanied by piano, and a delicious meal gave fathers a chance to unwind. Afterward, they savored glasses of bourbon with chocolate cigars. Real cigars were also offered for those wishing to indulge outside (since smoking indoors is not permitted).

Raise a Toast to Sunshine Fathers

Wherever you are and whatever you may be drinking—bourbon, whiskey, or root beer—here’s to all the Sunshine fathers out there. Stay adventurous, my friends.

This blog was first published here: Sunshine Retirement Living, June, 2018.

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