April 2021 April 2021 What’s Up, Doc? April Birthdays On April 30, 1938, Warner Bros. released a new In astrology, those born from April 1–19 are Looney Tunes cartoon featuring Porky Pig as a Rams of Aries, the first sign of the zodiac. The Preserve Post hapless hunter trying to unsuccessfully bag a Rams are unafraid to forge ahead with passion, humorously hyperactive rabbit named Happy. zeal, and confidence. Full of optimism and The Preserve of Roseville * 2600 Dale St N, Roseville MN, 55113 * 612-202-0708 How could audiences know that this rabbit hope, they are both eager to get the job done would evolve into Bugs Bunny, one of the most and unafraid to confront problems head-on. Staff Directory Exciting Updates recognizable cartoon characters of all time? Those born from April 20–30 are Bulls of Taurus. While Taureans enjoy the comforts The rabbit in Porky’s Hare Hunt bore The Preserve of Roseville Anniversary of luxury, they are unafraid of hard work and Main Number little resemblance to the Bugs Bunny dedicate themselves to the tasks at hand. (612) 202-0708 we all know and love today. This Here at The Preserve of Roseville we are quickly Their steadfast nature makes them reliable. white rabbit wore no gloves, lacked approaching the one-year anniversary since we officially Karla Reiser opened our doors to the Bugs’ recognizable voice, and did th not eat a single carrot! Nevertheless, Nancy L - April 13 Community Director community. We want to say the rabbit was voiced by Mel Blanc, th (612) 540-7640 thank all our amazing staff Judy B - April 15 members that work to roll out the future voice of Bugs Bunny, and the short Diane O - April 18th was directed by Ben “Bugs” Hardaway, for whom the red carpet for our Ron C - April 28th Ashlie Knack residents every day and go Bugs Bunny was later named. It would be two Assistant Manager years before Bugs made his official debut in above and beyond for our A Wild Hare. When a redesigned rabbit was (612) 202-0708 community. We would also requested for the short, Bob Givens went to work like to thank our wonderful residents who are the heart of and sketched a rabbit based on a Bugs Hardaway Denyse Barrett this community for choosing to make your home here at A Poem Like a Secret The Preserve of Roseville. Please join us in celebrating design labeled “Bugs’s Bunny.” The name stuck. Healthcare Coordinator When audiences got their first glimpse at the new April is Poetry Month, which gives us 30 days to The Preserve of Roseville’s one year anniversary on (612) 540-7641 th and improved rabbit, the character stuck, too. appreciate poems and the creative minds that Tuesday, May 4 , we hope to see you there! give them to us. For some, poetry is as The Bugs Bunny featured in A Wild Hare already necessary to life as breathing. Poems are Justin Hukriede New Staff at The Preserve displayed many of the Bugs Bunny trademarks unique expressions of thoughts and feelings Maintenance Coordinator we have come to love. When staring down the that inspire epiphanies large and small. For We have added many new faces to our community this barrel of Elmer Fudd’s shotgun, Bugs first utters others, poetry remains inaccessible and difficult Britta Rossow past month. We are happy to have added two new full-time cooks and a full-time housekeeper to our team of staff his catchphrase “What’s up, Doc?” in a Brooklyn- to understand. You can almost hear the Life Enrichment Coordinator esque accent. The phrase was added by the members. We continue to add new Resident Assistants to desperate cries of “30 days?!” Thirty days’ (612) 540-7645 cartoon’s director, Tex Avery, who had heard the worth of the stuff is torture for some, so for the community and want to send a warm welcome to all expression a thousand times in his native Texas. those in need of a smaller dose, April 29 is our new staff members. Avery figured it a throwaway line and was more Poem in Your Pocket Day. On this day, choose Jeramy Cain surprised than anybody when it left audiences any poem you like—long or short, modern Community Relations Spring is in the Air! rolling with laughter. As for Bugs’ obsession with or old-timey, humorous or serious, simple or Coordinator munching carrots, this was a habit “borrowed” complicated—and carry it in your pocket. Read it (612) 450– 7642 The spring season is a time for growth from Clark Gable’s character in the 1934 movie It to yourself throughout the day or whenever the and new life. We are excited to see a Happened One Night. In one scene, Gable stands feeling strikes. Contemplate it. Puzzle over it. surge of new residents moving into their by a fence spouting advice to Claudette Colbert Question it. Share it with others, if you like. Or Keith Simmons new home here at The Preserve of while chewing a carrot and talking with his mouth keep it to yourself, like a secret. No one has to Culinary Coordinator Roseville and watch our community grow. full. The scene was so famous at the time that know that you have a poem stashed away We are eager to welcome our new audiences immediately got Bugs’ imitation, and it in your pocket. Above all else, enjoy it. If you residents with open arms to our family earned the bunny instant panache. His popularity need help getting started, consider these lines here at The Preserve of Roseville. would endure for over 70 years and he would by Archibald MacLeish: remain Warner Bros.’ most popular and A poem should be palpable and mute recognizable mascot. As a globed fruit April 2021 April 2021 Life Enrichment Brain Teasers Every Day Is Earth Day Celebrating April We had a fun filled March here at The Preserve On April 22, 1970, Senator of Roseville. Some highlights from this past Habitat Awareness Month Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin month of activities include playing trivia, was so concerned about the deteriorating natural landscape POKENO, and hangman. Our residents also Jazz Appreciation Month completed fun arts and craft projects like making of the United States that he leprechaun hats, 3D flowers, and molding clay organized the first Earth Day, creations. We also had an array of St Patrick’s Card and Letter Writing Month a day of teach-ins on college campuses to Day activities such as watercolor shamrocks, a raise awareness of air and water pollution. shamrock scavenger hunt, and handing out April Fools’ Day America’s passionate response to Earth Day surprised Nelson. Millions of Americans, shamrock shakes to celebrate the holiday. This April 1 month we celebrated National Girl Scout day and regardless of political affiliation, race, or creed, tried a variety of girl scout cookies served with banded together to support protecting the coffee at social hour. A new activity that our Easter environment. By the end of 1970, President residents raved about was our taste testers- April 4 Nixon had created the Environmental Protection treats from around the world group. We look Agency, and shortly thereafter Congress forward to jumping into spring activities this April Ramadan Begins passed the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. It’s been over 50 years since that first Earth and cannot wait to get back outside to enjoy the April 12 beauty of the preserve. Day, and environmental action has never seemed more urgent. While it is up to major Earth Day corporations to reduce their carbon footprints, April 22 individuals can still do their part by eating more plant-based foods, buying less, composting, and supporting local businesses. Reoccurring Activities A Little Birdie Told Us Monday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Banana Grams, Chair Yoga, Manicures, Trivia This individual has been noted for Tuesday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Chair going the extra mile to help our Exercise, POKENO, Creative Coloring residents and staff members. We April’s A-Mazing Maze appreciate their effort, determination, Wednesday: Word Search, Brain Teasers, Who and diligence to providing exceptional red- Am I, Walking Club, Movie and Popcorn carpet service. We would like to give a big thank you to Mary Kimoni for going above and beyond for our community. Thursday: Live 2B Healthy, Brain Teasers, Chat Pack Discussion, Chair Yoga, BINGO, Hangman Resident Referrals Friday: Journaling, Brain Teasers, Scattergories, Did you know that any current residents can Chair Exercise, Arts and Crafts, Social Hour receive a $500 referral concession if they refer Extra: Meet the Nurse, Food Committee, Activity someone to make The Preserve of Roseville Idea Meeting, New Resident Social, All Resident their new home? Residents would receive the Meeting concession once the referred resident has lived at The Preserve for 30 days. So, tell your To see the complete Activity Calendar, see your Life Enrichment Coordinator- Britta friends, neighbors, and family about all that The Preserve has to offer! Photo consent given for all resident images .