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Holiday Party – Memory Café

Join us for an afternoon of Christmas cheer and a performance by On a Positive Note Chorus. We will have holiday treats and enjoy time with friends. Friday, December 10 at 1:30 PM Mosquito Hill Nature Center N3880 Rogers Road New London, WI Registration is encouraged. Click HERE or call 920-225-1711 https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/holiday-party/

OAPN Holiday Concert

On a Positive Note Chorus is performing your holiday favorites! Fox Valley Memory Project’s “On a Positive Note” chorus has offered people having a dementia and their care partners the joy of singing together since 2014. Directed by Kathleen Albrecht, the chorus will perform on December 2nd at 1 PM at the Grand Meridian, 2621 N Oneida Street Appleton. Special guests, Fox Sounds, will also join the performance. Masks are required to attend this performance. https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/oapn-holiday-concert/

Kairos Connection Jams

What’s a fun activity to do every Wednesday morning at 10:00 AM and is… A new activity to share with your loved one from the comfort of your home that invites you to move to music in fun easy ways in “perfection free zone” encourages you to feel good and enjoy the company of others to laugh, sing and dance? The Kairos Alive Wisconsin Connection Jam™ on Zoom! Join us every Wednesday morning at 10 AM Central on the Wisconsin […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/kairos-connection-jams/

November Events

Memory Cafés welcome persons experiencing memory loss, along with family and friends who love and care for them.  Attendees participate in activities, learning, music, conversation, refreshments, laughter, and fun. Appleton River Tyme Bistro, 425 W. Water Street, Appleton – Thursday, November 4 – 1:30 – 3:00p As we enter the Holiday Season, let’s bask in the nostalgia of the “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”, the giant balloon floats, Turkey Tom, Street Performances, and more! Bring your memories and your creativity. River Tyme […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/november-events/

October Social Events

Memory Cafés welcome persons experiencing memory loss, along with family and friends who love and care for them.  Attendees participate in activities, learning, music, conversation, refreshments, laughter, and fun.   Appleton River Tyme Bistro, 425 W. Water Street, Appleton – Thursday, October 7 – 1:30 – 3:00p This weekend is National Chess Day. Are you a chess player? You don’t need to be to enjoy today’s chess-themed cafe. Let’s look over some interesting chess pieces (bring yours to share), talk […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/october-social-events/

Drive-In to Healthy Aging

Showing Driving Miss Daisy. This is a complimentary evening of laughter, snacks, and being with others. We will have a variety of community resources and giveaways. Register Here https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/drive-in-to-healthy-aging/

September Social Events

Click to Open Social Event Schedule Memory Cafés welcome persons experiencing memory loss, along with family and friends who love and care for them. Attendees participate in activities, learning, music, conversation, refreshments, laughter, and fun. Appleton River Tyme Bistro 425 W. Water Street, Appleton Thursday, Sept 2 – 1:30 – 3:00p BINGO! Let’s play a classic game of bingo while enjoying some sweet treats and coffee down by the river. The bingo prizes are sure to delight! River Tyme Bistro […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/september21-social-events-2/

August Memory Cafés

Check out the August Memory Café Calendar! Please note that we follow the mask policies of host sites. We will update this page as we learn more about each site’s policy. Appleton River Tyme Bistro 425 W. Water Street, Appleton Thursday, August 5 – 1:30 – 3:00p National Sandwich Month – We’re talking sandwiches in all their forms. Bring your favorite “recipe” or secret ingredient to share with the group. We’ll be learning about this most popular food that has […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/august-memory-cafes/

Beaming Inc. Equine Café

BEAMING Inc. is a non-profit organization in Neenah, Wisconsin that offers equine-assisted services. Their unique programming focuses on providing equine experiences for individuals with special needs and community members. BEAMING clients participate in riding and face-to-face interactions with our specially trained horses. BEAMING’s professional certified instructors are with our riders every stride and work diligently to provide safe and meaningful experiences. Fox Valley Memory Project is teaming up with BEAMING to host a Memory Café involving non-riding, equine-assisted activities. From […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/beaming-equine-cafe/

On a Positive Note – “Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer” Lyrics and Video

Last, but certainly not least, “Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer”, the final song for the Spring 2020 song list! You’re sure to find just as much energy and enthusiasm here as you did in the beginning. Thank you for singing and dancing your way through the Sping 2020 song list with the On a Positive Note chorus! Hopefully these songs and videos have made you smile, tap your toes, and urged you to sing along!     https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/on-a-positive-note-lazy-hazy-crazy-days-of-summer-lyrics-and-video/