THE HOLMSTAD CELEBRATES ACTIVE AGING WEEK, Sept. 21-27, 2014

The Holmstad, a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community administered by Covenant Retirement Communities, is joining the International Council on Active Aging to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle during ICAA’s Active Aging Week, Sept. 21–27, 2014. This year’s theme: “Let the Adventure Begin.” The weeklong event is open to the public, and unless specified is free of charge.

Highlights of the week include:

Sunday, Sept. 21, The Adventure Begins

Ice Cream Social & Adventure Activities, 2 p.m. Residential Courtyard

Kick off Active Aging Week with delicious ice cream treats and take part in a variety of adventure activities suitable for a range of physical abilities.

Monday, Sept. 22, It’s Never Too Late!

Indoor Skydiving at iFLY, 9 a.m.

Experience the thrill of skydiving without having to jump out of a plane! Naperville’s indoor skydiving facility will let you experience a free-fall feeling in its vertical wind tunnel. An accredited instructor will guide you. Cost determined by number of people attending. Registration required by Sept. 18; call The Holmstad Concierge at (630) 879-4000.

Tuesday, Sept. 23, Adventure Stories

Adventure Movie, The African Queen, 12:30 p.m., Multipurpose Room

Sit back and enjoy the 1951 adventure film “The African Queen,” starring Katharine Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart. We’ll provide the popcorn.

Running Fox Bluegrass Band, 7 p.m., Commons Auditorium

Get ready to sway and tap your feet when the Running Fox Bluegrass Band takes the stage. This veteran group has been bringing audiences to their feet with their banjo, guitar, mandolin and string bass performances for more than 30 years.

Wednesday, Sept. 24, Discoveries in Food, Nature and Art

Fabyan Villa Museum and Japanese Tea Garden, 9 a.m.

Join us for a beautiful art and nature adventure! We’ll tour the villa that was redesigned by Frank Lloyd Wright and enjoy tea in the Japanese Tea Garden, designed in 1910 by Japanese landscape architect Taro Otsuka. Cost is $6. Register by Sept. 22; call The Holmstad Concierge at (630) 879-4000.

Oktoberfest Cooking Demo, 2 p.m., Michealsen Dining Room

Discover the food and drink of Germany during this fun Oktoberfest cooking demo.

Thursday, Sept. 25, A Fitness Adventure

Fitness Walk at Red Oak Nature Center, 9 a.m., bus leaves from The Holmstad

Put on your walking shoes and join Fitness Coordinator Ellyn Limbaugh for a morning stroll at the scenic Red Oak Nature Center. Explore 40 acres of lush forest, wildlife habitat and the only cave in the Aurora area. Register by Sept. 24; call (630) 879-4000. Bring your own lunch and water.

Balance and Fall Risk Assessment, 3 p.m., Fitness Center

Every year, one in three adults age 65 and older falls. Take advantage of our free balance and fall risk assessment. Learn exercises to help improve your balance.

Friday, Sept. 26, The Joy of Exploration

A Chicago Exploration, 9 a.m., bus leaves from The Holmstad

We’re taking a road trip to Chicago, where we’ll view the city from the Chicago Skydeck. After, we’ll head to Yolk restaurant, which in 2008 was voted “best breakfast” by Fox News viewers in Chicago. Our adventure will continue with a visit to the Holy Name Cathedral and the Newberry Library. Cost is $20; lunch is additional. Reserve your spot by Sept. 24; call The Holmstad Concierge at (630) 879-4000.

Saturday, Sept. 27, Put the Pedal to the Metal

Sycamore Speedway, 5:30 p.m.

Be inspired by watching racers participate in the “Run What They Brung” race. No fancy cars here, just making the most of the car they have. Cost is $15. Reserve your spot by Sept. 24; call The Holmstad Concierge at (630) 879-4000.

For a complete list of all the week’s events or for more information, contact Ellyn Limbaugh at 630-879-4225.

About The Holmstad

The Holmstad is a faith-based, nationally accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community located at 700 W. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, Ill. It is administered by Covenant Retirement Communities Inc., which is a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church. For more information on The Holmstad, call (630) 870-4100 or visit www.TheHolmstad.org.