The Farm-to-Table garden has harvested 2241 pounds of vegetables through August. Many volunteers have lent a hand at the garden and we are very grateful. #volunteering
Not only can we enjoy gorgeous beauties like these sunflowers but also delicious eggplants. 38.5 pounds were harvested in August and we continue to enjoy their growing season through September.
Our Human Resource Director captured the beauty of The Spring recently while enjoying some time outside.
The Marketing Team has coordinated a Food Truck Friday series. All the trucks that have come out have been wonderful and a great addition to Friday afternoons this summer. #bepartofsomethingmore
Very grateful to resident volunteer, Alinda for sewing up additional masks for employees to share with their families! #CovenantWoodsvolunteers
Logan, our Marketing Representative, took these lovely photos of flowers around the Farm-to-Table garden yesterday morning. #naturalbeauties #gardenvariety #naturallyCovenantWoods
Last chance to sign up for our first Smart Seniors Seminar: Social Media & Internet Safety. This virtual seminar will take place TODAY at 2:00 pm. Please register here: https://covenantwoods.com/smart-seniors/
The colors of the fall at The Spring. #Virginiafall #autumncolors
Vicki, a resident, shared this photo of festive front yard she saw while on a recent walk around campus. It's always fun to see individual personalities shine through on plantings and other decor.
Last week we had some well behaved attendees at the Blessing of the Animals service lead by our Spiritual Care Director, Steve. Thanks to Carol for capturing our canine residents.
The Spring is in bloom all year round. #nativelandscaping
A friendly visitor spotted at the farm!
Today's Farm-to-Table feature - Borage. We grew it from seed and it will help attract pollinators to the garden. Fun fact: the flowers taste like cucumbers!
Last week theses micro versions of kale, kohlrabi, beets, and cabbage were cut and delivered to the Culinary team for a healthy mix of antioxidants. #urbanagriculture #inseasonproduce #fallproduce
“A Taste of Covenant Woods” cookbook is a collection of more than 200 recipes ranging from appetizers, entrees and spirits. It also captures the history of Covenant Woods and sweet memories. You can purchase your copy here - https://www.covenantwoods.com/about/news-center/2020/10/13/a-taste-of-covenant-woods/
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Volunteers came together this spring to collect and create, “A Taste of Covenant Woods” cookbook a collection of more than 200 recipes. In addition to recipes the cookbook captures the history and spirit of Covenant Woods. Order your copy today by clicking the donate link below.
A Taste of Covenant Woods | Covenant Woods
Volunteers came together this spring to collect and create, “A Taste of Covenant Woods” cookbook a collection of more than 200 recipes. In addition to recipes the cookbook captures the history and spirit of Covenant Woods. Order your copy today by clicking the donate link below.
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Halloween decor around every corner! #frontporchseries #spookyseason
Thank you, Elyssa and the Hanover Silver Stirrups 4-H club for creating 100 cards for Manor East residents! What a treasure.
Broccoli harvested last week at the Farm-to-Table. #eatlocal #urbanagriculture
The Lodge Gallery Art Exhibit is currently featuring pieces by local artist, Sandi Price.
Illinois native Sandi Price moved to Richmond in 1984 with her husband and raised three children in Henrico County. She started painting with her friend, resident Martha Dula, a few years ago, first with acrylic and now oils. They traveled to Southern France last year to try Plein Air painting. Sandi's collection of work, which features numerous landscapes, will be on display until mid February.
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This past weekend we had a great group of volunteers from the, Hanover Youth Service Council help with end of season clean-up in the Resident Garden. We appreciate the time they spent at Covenant Woods!
We are thankful for volunteers all-year round who help to maintain the Farm-to-Table Garden no matter the season.
Last chance to sign up for our next free Smart Seniors Seminar: Strength In Community Part 1.
This virtual seminar will take place TOMORROW at 10:00 am.
Please register here: covenantwoods.com/smart-seniors
From essential services such as deliveries for meals and groceries to valuable benefits such as creating camaraderie among neighbors, learn how our staff and residents work together to strengthen our community
Valentine's Day themed Temari balls made by Covenant Woods residents are on display now in the Lodge.
The Givens employee scholarship is open to all employees in a certificate, trade school or undergraduate program. Since 2009 over $100,000 has been awarded and only possible through generous donors.
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A beautiful, snowy terrace. A big thank you to all facilities staff who worked endlessly clearing the sidewalks and roadways on campus to keep us safe and moving.
Cooking with locally-sourced produce and ingredients is a great way to expand your taste buds and nutritional intake. Watch as our community farmer and chef demonstrate how our “farm-to-table” program promotes healthy living.
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Our paved walking trails surrounding the five-acre pond create a beautiful nature scene for your morning or afternoon walk.