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An Olympic “Miracle” February Birthdays

On February 22, 1980, no one expected an In astrology, those born between February 1–18 American hockey team made up of collegiate are the Water Bearers of Aquarius. These The Preserve Post players to defeat Russia’s Olympic hockey deep-thinking intellectuals have big and original The Preserve of Roseville * 2600 Dale St N, Roseville MN, 55113 * 612-202-0708 powerhouse. The Soviets hadn’t lost an Olympic dreams. The world is full of possibilities, and match since 1968 and had won four straight gold Aquarians seek freedom in order to reach medals. And how could anyone forget the Soviets’ their greatest potential. Those born between Exciting Updates 10–3 rout of the U.S. team during an exhibition February 19–28 are Pisces’ Fish. Pisces are game just a few weeks prior at Madison Square friendly, wise, and selfless, making them Staff Directory COVID vaccine Garden? Even with a sold-out crowd and home-ice compassionate and generous friends. Their advantage, hopes of an American Olympic victory intuitive and romantic natures also make Main Number were slim. It would take a miracle. Fish creative and expressive artists. Jaybird Senior Living is currently undergoing the process of (612) 202-0708 rolling out the COVID-19 vaccine to all its communities. The American team was the The Preserve of Roseville was administered the first part of youngest in U.S. Olympic history, th John F- February 7 Karla Reiser the vaccine in mid-January and will be with an average age of 21 years. Community Director looking at getting the second part of the Coach Herb Brooks drafted his th Victor W- February 10 vaccine 21-30 days after the first shot. team heavily from two powerhouse (612) 540-7640 Some potential side effects are pain at the college hockey teams, the th Bonnie R- February 19 injection site, fatigue, and aching muscles University of Minnesota and Ashlie Knack and joints. The COVID-19 vaccine uses the Boston University, bitter rivals that had recently th Marcella O- February 29 Assistant Manager mRNA method, which has never had any faced off in the NCAA national semifinal in 1976. (612) 202-0708 identified safety concerns. All vaccines underwent three But Brooks was looking for more than just talent efficacy trials, including clinical trials, and have been on the ice. He also subjected potential players to approved by the FDA and CDC. a 300-question psychological test that examined their performance under extreme stress. Not only Healthcare Coordinator were the Americans playing against legendary Resident Referrals (612) 540-7641 New phone system Russian players like Vladislav Tretiak, Valeri Kharlamov, and Viacheslav Fetisov (players who Did you know that any current residents can Justin Hukriede Here at The Preserve of Roseville we would later enter the Hockey Hall of Fame), but receive a $500 referral concession if they refer Maintenance Coordinator are in the process of switching over to a they had to play under the cloud of a decades- someone to make The Preserve of Roseville new phone and internet system. Please long Cold War between the U.S. and the Soviets. their new home? Residents would receive the be patient with us as we are all learning At the time of the Lake Placid Winter Olympics, Britta Rossow concession once the referred resident has lived the ins and outs of this new system. Stop by the front desk President Jimmy Carter was contemplating a Life Enrichment Coordinator at The Preserve for 30 days. So, tell your if you have any questions or need help with the new phone boycott of Moscow’s 1980 Summer Olympic friends, neighbors, and family about all that The (612) 540-7645 system and let us know if you are still experiencing any Games after Russia’s invasion of Afghanistan. Preserve has to offer! issues with your phone or internet connection. Matters of both sport and politics made the Jeramy Cain two nations international adversaries. Community Relations Visits If fans expected a blowout, they were pleasantly Caught Red Handed Coordinator disappointed. The game was a relentless back-and- (612) 450– 7642 We are now able to host indoor visits once again. Visits forth battle for the lead. Russia’s superior talent was This individual has been “caught red on full display, but the young and scrappy Americans handed” going the extra mile for our must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. Currently we can took a 4–3 lead with 10 minutes left to play and residents or a coworker. We appreciate Keith Simmons only have 2 people per 30-minute visit. All visitors must were able to hold off for a win. It was as much a their effort to be Responsive, Enthusiastic, and Culinary Coordinator comply with PPE and social distancing requirements. Visits political victory as a sporting one. Two days later, Devoted. We would like to give a big thank you are held in our designated visitor area, to call to schedule a the U.S. would take the gold against Finland, but to Naomi (front desk concierge) for going above visit please call our main line phone number 612-202-0708. history would forever remember the “Miracle on and beyond for our community. Ice” against Russia.

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Life Enrichment Celebrating February Brain Teasers A Crackerjack Idea

Sugar-coated popcorn and peanuts were a The holiday season may have come and gone Black History Month common snack at the end of the 19th century, but our residents here at The Preserve of but in 1896 Fritz and Louis Rueckheim created Roseville are ready for a fresh start in 2021. So Women’s Heart Week a formula that prevented the mix of popcorn far this January many of our residents created February 1–7 and peanuts from sticking together. One New Year’s Resolutions, with the most popular customer who sampled being “to stay positive”. One highlight of the this idea found it so month has been seeing our residents express Groundhog Day wonderful that he their creativity with the arts and craft project wee February 2 exclaimed, “That’s a have completed. Here at The Preserve of crackerjack!” The Cracker Roseville our residents look forward to Chinese New Year: Jack name was born. It Wednesday Movies and Popcorn in our Theater, Year of the Ox wasn’t until February 19, as well as Trivia, BINGO, Hangman, and our February 12 1913, that Cracker Jack placed the first of their Friday Socials. famous prizes inside a box. These were small Valentine’s Day prizes such as metal tops, tiny joke books, February 14 paper dolls, and even miniature furniture. When Cracker Jack began offering prizes in a set or series, sales soared; people wanted to Presidents’ Day collect entire sets. Perhaps the most famous February 15 prizes of all were the baseball cards of 1914. Today, a complete set of 144 cards is worth Mardi Gras tens of thousands of dollars. February 16

Reoccurring Activities Donating to The Preserve

The Preserve of Roseville is now taking Monday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Banana donations. We are looking for donations to our Grams, Chair Yoga, Chat Pack, Trivia activities program, community library, movie Tuesday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Family theater, and seasonal décor. We are currently Feud, Chair Exercise, POKENO, Creative Coloring looking for any books or movies or other seasonal decorations. If you or a family Wednesday: Word Search, Brain Teasers, Who member would like to donate books, games, Am I, Walking Club, Movie and Popcorn decorations, appropriate movies, or other items please contact the Life Enrichment Coordinator, Britta Thursday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Men’s Rossow. Donations must be in Discussion, Chair Yoga, BINGO, Hangman good repair and appropriate for our residents at The Friday: Journaling, Brain Teasers, Scattergories, Preserve of Roseville. All Chair Exercise, Arts and Crafts, Social Hour decisions on donated items will be made by the management team here at The Preserve. To see the complete Activity Calendar, see All donations from outside the community will your Life Enrichment Coordinator- Britta be collected by scheduled appointment. Photo consent given for all images