Manipulation, Moonshine, and Murder Manipulation, Moonshine, and Murder By Valarie Veanes Upson KristenMeyer / Thursday, September 14, 2023 0 8341 A lively discussion from this new auther, Valarie Veanes Upson, captivated us as she uncovered the history of her grandmother's tragic past. We learned more about life during the Great Depression and what people had to do to survive. Read more
Apples, Apples, All Around! Apples, Apples, All Around! While Foraging at Ferris Hills and Clark Meadows we found an Apple Tree! KristenMeyer / Wednesday, September 6, 2023 0 8643 Delicious feral apples growing on our property! Apple sauce, apple crisp, apple pie, tarte au pomme? Anyone? They're not ready yet so stay tuned. Read more
A Hawaiian Luau at Ferris Hills! A Hawaiian Luau at Ferris Hills! KristenMeyer / Wednesday, August 30, 2023 0 7386 Read more
Gabe! Gabe! KristenMeyer / Wednesday, August 16, 2023 0 10121 It was a beautiful evening, August 11th, for FunDay Friday as residents of Ferris Hills and Clark Meadows enjoyed a solo serenade by one of the Elderly Brothers, and Ferris Resident, Gabe Cinquegrana. The music, all familiar to the 35+ people in attendance, lasted for 1 hour and brought back many memories. Read more
A Tour of Garrett Chapel on the Bluff at Keuka Lake A Tour of Garrett Chapel on the Bluff at Keuka Lake Looks like they had great weather! KristenMeyer / Monday, August 14, 2023 0 9316 Read more
Off to the Pub! Off to the Pub! KristenMeyer / Monday, August 14, 2023 0 8369 A group of residents took off to the Blue Eagle Tavern in Branchport, NY for an afternoon of pub fare and an opportunity to see and remember this historic hot spot that has served generations of lake folk.. Read more
Meyers & McQuire Concert Meyers & McQuire Concert KristenMeyer / Monday, August 14, 2023 0 7752 Read more
"The Elderly Brothers" perform at Ferris Hills "The Elderly Brothers" perform at Ferris Hills A hotdog lunch and music show on a Thursday afternoon! KristenMeyer / Monday, July 31, 2023 0 8341 One of our residents, Gabe, is in the band! Gabe and his wife, Deb, moved into Ferris Hill this year and they hit the ground running. Both Deb and Gabe were already active volunteers in the community working tirelessly at the VA, Kiwanis, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, and more. Here, we are all enjoying the musical performane with lunch as an added treat. Read more
The Richard Auldon Clark Concert The Richard Auldon Clark Concert A performance at Ferris Hills at Westlake in Canandaigua, NY KristenMeyer / Friday, July 21, 2023 0 8411 Read more
Lynne Standish / Tuesday, June 7, 2022 / Categories: Ferris Hills Events, Ferris Hills Blog From Bach to the Beatles and beyond! Music History class with Katherine! Katherine McGrath, MT-BC, is our music therapist at the community and she has recently begun a six part course on music history. From the Medieval period to the present day, Katherine recently held a class on the Baroque period. The music of Bach and Vivaldi were highlighted. During these classes, residents are learning about the historical and political climate of the day, as well as how the art of the period all relate to music. Future classes will touch on the Classical period with the music of Mozart and Beethoven. According to Katherine, a "fan favorite" is the Romantic period which is remembered as the Waltz period with music from Chopin and Brahms. As she moves towards the present day, the Impressionist period,or Jazz will be discussed, the Counter Culture period (60's) and finally the music of today will wrap up this course. In addition to teaching music history classes, Katherine can be seen hosting musical trivia, facilitating drum circles, leading singalongs,employing music for mindfulness exercises, and also utilizing music to help process grief and/or spiritual needs in both group and individual settings. Katherine's motto is empowerment through creativity! Previous Article Experience....ATLYS! Next Article Thanks for the Memories... Print 11603