Visitors from the Smithfield Senior Center and Village residents danced to the sounds of the Frank Castle Band at our Annual Valentine's Ball on February 10, which boasted decadent desserts, a hully gully line and the crowning of resident Earl Webster and Lorraine Meunier as King and Queen of Hearts.

Chalet residents and staff worked for some time on a puzzle based on an Anne Stookey painting entitled Village Celebration. In February, Bob Lord stained a frame for the newly completed puzzle, and under the direction of resident Helen Pratt, the puzzle was raffled off in the Chalet. The proceeds went to help Rhode Island disabled veterans as part of Operation Stand Down. Raffle winner and Chalet resident Cliff Bennet gave the puzzle back to the community where it will now be donated to the Bristol Veterans Homes, in honor of our many Village Veterans.

We celebrated Saint Patrick's Day this year with Irish jiggers, green beer, and wild abandon, just as it should be.

We enjoyed a fabulous outing to Ferns and Flowers in Warwick, where we experienced a traditional "tea" with several courses of gourmet treats and sandwiches.

On Sunday, March 30, 1-4 pm, we hosted a Spring Open House. There was something for everyone at this complimentary event including live entertainment with Ray and Harri Peterson and message therapy in our Village spa. And we introduced our CHEF SHOWCASE, which featured free samples of our Village cuisine including our award winning seafood chowder*, gourmet quiche, mouthwatering osso bucco, creme brulee, and more!

*The Village's seafood chowder won 1st Place in the 2002 Great Chowder Cook-Off held in Newport, RI.

April 2008

On Tuesday, May 13 1-4 pm, the Sundial Garden Club presented "Tea for Two in the Chalet: A Small Standard Flower" in The Chalet building.  The event showcased the best the season had to offer through various floral exhibits, each with its own unique objectives and guidelines. Senses were seduced by the vibrant colors and intoxicating fragrances.

May 16 , 2008

Chalet Poetry Club visits Walden Woods, home of poet author and activist, Henry David Thoreau.

Chalet residents begin hosting Bocce Tournaments on the new bocce court.

Wii comes to the Lodge.  Lodge residents begin to master Nintendo's Wii, thereby improving hand eye coordination, memory, and reaction time all while having a ball.

June 12, 2008

Our Annual Sunset Concert Series returned with Avenue A performing a dynamic mix of jazz, swing, and standards. Music on the Hill took place on the Chalet grounds from 6:30- 8:00 against the backdrop of Waterman Lake.

Lodge residents visit the Butterfly Exhibit at Roger Williams Park.

Residents enjoyed a trip to the Crows Nest in Apponaug, which remains a favorite destination for all.

Lodge residents enjoy lunch at Chelo's on the water.

The Lodge hosts our very first "This is Your Life". Based upon the popular television show, the event showcases the people and places that have shaped the life of one unsuspecting resident. This month's honoree was Doris Lalime. Laughter and tears were shared by all, and resident Fran Beyer commented that in all her years at The Village, she has never experienced a more moving Activity.

Our 2nd Annual Autumnfest attracts over 1000 guests to the campus. The event features over 125 antique cars, guest emcee Cruisin' Bruce Palmer, and a Southwestern Barbecue.

Renowned comedian Billy Miller performs for residents in The Courtyard.  Mr. Miller has performed alongside the likes of Jackie Gleason, Red Skelton and Jimmy Durante.

Trick or Treaters from nearby schools visited residents and amused us with their innocence and zest for life!

The Village hosts our 2nd Annual Volunteer Appreciation Reception, where we recognize those residents and community members (like Fran Beyer, pictured below) who make our campus a better place for everyone!

November 14, 2007

The Village Hosts "Sparkling Snowflakes", our 2nd Annual Holiday Gift Show on Saturday, 12/1 from

11 am -4 pm. The events proves a huge sucess with over 33 vendors in two buildings.