I hope you’ve enjoyed keeping up to date with events at Valerie Manor on our blog over the last year. We’ll be back in the New Year bringing you more news, events and activities from the Manor.

That just leaves me to thank you all for your continued support this year and to wish you, from everyone here at Valerie Manor, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year 2009!

See you again soon!

Zoë
Owner/Manager

Rounding off a month of seasonal entertainment at the Manor, Brian the music man (above left) paid us his last visit for the year today with an afternoon of old-time accordion music.

We also welcomed back Rita and Peter (above right) last week for an afternoon of music and songs. Rita looked great in her Santa costume and Peter donned his waistcoat and Santa hat! A very festive musical treat.

It was also a real delight when members of The Towers Convent School Choir presented a Christmas Carol Service for us all at Valerie Manor. It was a lovely and moving service enjoyed by all the residents, and such a pleasure to have them as our guests.

A big thank you to all!

Have a great Christmas, and see you in the New Year!

Robin x
Activities Coordinator

Hello again, I’m back (sooner than expected!) to share with you some of what’s been happening so far this month! Pupils of my Let’s Dance dancing school made two appearances at Valerie Manor recently… On Wednesday l0th some adults entertained. Do you remember “You're A Pink Toothbrush, I'm A Blue Toothbrush” by Max Bygraves? Not only did we have the toothbrushes but a tube of toothpaste too!! Christmas Line Dancing and Oklahoma were enjoyed as well as two solo songs from one of my ladies. We ended the session with a sing-a-long where everyone joined in.

On Sunday 14th December some younger pupils visited. Three little ones showed us ‘Good Toes Naughty Toes’; slightly older girls gave a barre work demonstration. Glitter Hats were a hit with girls dancing to New York and an Indian Dance....Chaiyya Chaiyya....gave authentic Indian costumes. We ended with Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer and Jingle Bells! Our ladies and gentlemen not only joined in with the singing but used our new musical instruments as well!

  

We really do appreciate these youngsters and adults giving their time to visit us.

There's more entertainments news in my next entry...

Robin x
Activities Coordinator

Santa’s little helpers paid us a visit this Sunday at Valerie Manor and helped bring a Yuletide flavour to the Manor with a festive Christmas decorating spree.

With traditional red and green in the study, a Winter Wonderland in the dining room and the beautiful 8ft tree taking prime position in the lounge, the Manor was soon adorned with festive splendour.

Of course the day wouldn’t have been complete without traditional mince pies, Christmas music and mulled wine to keep everyone going and make merry!

A big thank you to all who helped on the day.

Pictured above: Marmalade and some of the team of Santa’s helpers