Applestalk Newsletter – February 2026
In this Edition
Countdown to our special
Valentine’s Day
dinner!
Trivia question: How many strawberries will RaeAnn dip in
chocolate this year?
Follow Edenton Frederick on Facebook to find out…
National Wear Red Day is Friday, February 6
National Wear Red Day is held every year the first Friday in February as a day to support women by wearing red. It brings attention to the number one killer of women: heart disease. Cardiovascular dis-
ease takes a woman’s life about every 80 seconds.
Caring for your heart with a healthy diet and regular physical activity is the secret weapon to preventing heart disease. Managing stress is also very important for heart health. Don’t forget to get regular checkups and monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, and other risk factors.
So, on Friday, February 6, wear your red! Together we are stronger than heart disease and stroke. Let’s show support and stand united in the fight against heart disease.
Chinese New Year
We On February 17, 2026, an estimated 8.2 billion people will celebrate the
Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year. The date of the New Year is determined by the moon’s “New Moon” phase.
This new year brings us the Year of the Fire Horse. The Fire Horse represents a year of energy, change, intensity and transformation – a powerful combination in the zodiac cycle. Also celebrated in the new year are lucky colors. This year’s lucky colors are red, gold, green and blue.
Stop by Garden House at 10 a.m. on
Friday, February 13, and create some festive artwork with us!
Welcome, neighbor, to Edenton!
We welcome Mr. Norman “Norm” Braune who recently moved into
Cottage 513.
Norm was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He and his wife were
married for over 61 years.
Norm is very active in his church and has participated in two mission abroad!
He is also a musician and has been playing the fiddle for over 12 years. Here at Edenton and is known as “Fiddler Norm” to many residents.
We are so very happy to welcome you, Norm, to Edenton.
Book Club
This month’s selection is Gray Dawn
by Walter Mosley.
The 17th book in the Easy Rawlins
mystery series, it’s set in 1971 Los Angeles, where the now-successful
detective is pulled back into a dangerous case involving a
mysterious woman.
The novel explores themes of race,
class, and the changing social
landscape of the era, as Easy navigates the underbelly of L.A. while dealing with a secret that hits close to home.
Join us in the library at 3 p.m. on Thursday, February 26 for this month’s book discussion.
Happenings Around Town
Independent Residents will be venturing out! Mark your calendar and
make reservations today to attend these events!
- It’s off to Wal-Mart on the bus on Monday, February 9 at 9:30 a.m.
(note change in time). - Grocery shopping is every Wednesday at 10 a.m.
- On Saturday, February 21, residents will head over to the Myersville
Library for a Gardening program on “Seed Starting” at 9:45 a.m. - On Friday, February 27, the bus will leave at 6:15 p.m. for the FCC
Jazz Festival concert. Tickets are free. - And don’t forget that the Lunch Bunch out-to-lunch group is going
out every Friday in February.
This month includes outings to Red
Lobster, Bob Evans, Madrones and Golden Corral!
Make sure you mark your calendars and sign up in advance for these outings. Transportation is $8 for each trip.
We celebrate this month…
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is celebrated annually on February 14. It’s a holiday where we show love and affection to those who matter the most to us.
Its roots trace back to the story of Saint Valentine. Over time it has grown into a popular celebration. Today, people give flowers, cards, chocolates and other meaningful gifts. Valentine’s Day is a chance to
celebrate friends and family with simple acts of love and affection.
Floral Design Day
National Floral Design Day happens annually on February 28. It recognizes the art and history of floral design. For thousands of years floral design has been a cultural art. This is the day we celebrate this
special art form. Floral design is a multi-billion-dollar industry that brightens the lives of people on a daily basis.
Floral Design Day was created as a unique way to celebrate the birthday of Carl Rittner, the founder of Rittner’s School of Floral Design in Boston. He was a pioneer in floral art education.
On Saturday, February 28 at 11 a.m., Fiddler’s Green residents will show off their floral design skills as we make flower arrangements for our dining tables.
National Inventors Day
National Inventor’s Day is celebrated on February 11. It honors all inventors for their contributions to society. It highlights their ingenuity, drive, and creativity. The date was chosen to coincide with Thomas Edison’s birthday. Did you know Thomas Edison held over 1,000 patents, including the patents for the phonograph and the light bulb?
Join Fiddler’s Green on Wednesday, February 11 at 11 a.m. during History Makers. We’ll explore several inventors who made a huge impact on our world today.
National Tell A Fairytale Day
National Tell a Fairy Tale Day is celebrated on February 26. It’s a celebration of stories that spark imagination and take us back to child hood. On this day people read, write, and share fairy tales from old
classics. Join Blossom Place on Thursday, February 26 at 2:30 p.m. as we tell our own fairy tales and look back at our favorite classics.
… and so much more
Tea Lanterns
Independent living residents made hand painted winter-themed
tea light lanterns last month.
Resident Spotlight
This month’s spotlight shines on Ruth and Tom Darby. They have been married for 44 years.
Both Ruth and Tom were born in Maryland!
Tom and Ruth lived in Adamstown for 25 years before moving to Edenton.
They have always been active in their church.
They loved traveling
and visited Memphis, Disney, Nashville, and San Antonio. They also love to spend time with family and friends. They especially enjoy going out to lunch with their Edenton friends on Fridays.
We are glad to have Ruth & Tom as part of our Edenton family!
Our Sincere Condolences
All of us at Edenton extend our heartfelt sympathy
to the family and friends of those in our community
who recently passed away.
You will be missed.
Mr. Bruce Joy
Bayada presents…
“Understanding Non-Alzheimer’s Dementia”
Michele Price, RN, Director of HomeCare
Learn about non-Alzheimer’s dementia this month with Bayada Home Health:
- Frontotemporal Dementia is a type of dementia that affects the frontal/temporal lobes. This
causes personality changes, behavioral issues, and typically language deficits. This type of
dementia has a stronger genetic link than Alzheimer’s-related dementia. - Vascular Dementia is caused by a reduction in blood flow to the brain. This can affect a per-
son’s judgment, planning abilities, and sometimes cause walking and balance deficits. - Lewy Body Dementia presents with cognitive fluctuations, visual hallucinations, and often
Parkinson’s-like mobility issues. - Parkinson’s Disease Dementia develops specifically in someone who has been diagnosed
with Parkinson’s disease, and impacts memory, social judgment and language.
Tuesday, February 3 at 10 a.m.
“Understanding Non-Alzheimer’s Dementia”
presented by Bayada Home Health
