December at Anita’s Gardens is a season of warmth, celebration, and cozy winter joy. From festive baking to beloved musical visits, our residents spent the month wrapped in holiday spirit and surrounded by community. Here’s a look back at everything that made this month so special.
Holiday Crafts, Baking & Creative Fun
December overflowed with hands-on creativity and seasonal projects that brought winter magic to life.
Highlights included:
- Holiday Centerpieces, Christmas Tree Name Ornaments, and Door Decorations that helped fill our halls with color and charm.
- Cookie Baking, Make-Your-Own Spice Mixes, Gingerbread Houses, and Brownie Day celebrations.
- Playful seasonal crafts like the Snowman Toss, Marshmallow Games, Peppermint Game, and a joyful Snowman Ring Toss.
- Creative Club sessions focused on holiday themes, card-making, and New Year’s activities.
These activities kept residents engaged, expressive, and lovingly immersed in the festive season.
💛 Music, Movement & Wellness
Movement, music, and meaningful routines kept minds and bodies energized all month long.
Our December lineup featured:
- Daily favorites like Chair Yoga, Sittercise, Music Exercise, Morning Stretch, and Disco Exercise.
- Soul-soothing visits from Bella the Dog throughout the month.
- A full musical lineup: 4 Guys with Guitars, Pam, Barry Bryan & Elke, Bruce, Waukesha Civic Players, Brookside Baptist Church Singers, and Rob Peterson.
- Special wellness touches like Nail Care, Spa Day, Pampering With Dawn, and reflective Devotions.
These moments gave residents a perfect balance of movement, melody, and mindfulness.
🎉 Seasonal Celebrations & Holiday Gatherings
December is one of our most festive months — and this year was no exception.
Some standout celebrations included:
- A heartwarming Friends & Family Christmas Celebration.
- Hot Chocolate Bars, Mocktails & BINGO, and cozy Holiday Socials.
- Christmas Jeopardy, Elf Hunt, Reindeer Games, and a spirited Santa Hunt.
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day programming filled with sing-alongs, trivia, and gentle group time.
- A cheerful New Year’s Eve Celebration to close out 2025 with sparkle.
These gatherings brought residents and loved ones together in laughter and holiday spirit.
🧠 Clubs, Learning & Enrichment
Our residents enjoyed meaningful opportunities for curiosity, conversation, and creativity.
This month featured:
- Kindness Club, Men’s Club, Science Club, and Floral Club.
- Holiday-themed Trivia, Who Am I? December Birthdays, It Happened in December, and Christmas Traditions quizzes.
- Inspiring Armchair Travel journeys to Sweden and Chile.
- Genesis Project activities like spice-mix crafting and cookie-packaging for thoughtful seasonal gifts.
These enrichment opportunities kept minds active and spirits bright all month long.
🎲 Games, Movies & Everyday Joy
Daily life at Anita’s Gardens always includes moments of simple fun and friendship.
December favorites included:
- BINGO, Dominoes, Balloon Volleyball, Button Art, Horse Racing, Poker Keno, and seasonal games like the Hershey Kiss Mitten Game.
- Afternoon relaxation with holiday movies such as Elf, White Christmas, A Christmas Carol, and It’s a Wonderful Life.
- Afternoon Walk Club, Puzzles & Cards, and comforting Snack & Chat gatherings.
These moments made each day feel full and connected.
🏈 Cheering on the Green Bay Packers
Our residents showed their team spirit with watch parties throughout the month, including exciting matchups against the Bears and Broncos. Game days were filled with snacks, camaraderie, and plenty of green and gold pride.
❤️ A Month of Holiday Heart
December at Anita’s Gardens blended celebration, creativity, and community into a season full of meaning. From joyful family gatherings to warm winter crafts and music, every day offered residents a chance to feel connected, cherished, and at home.
We are grateful for the love and light this community brings into each other’s lives — and we can’t wait to welcome a beautiful new year together.