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The Tidewater Arts Outreach "Once More" Concert matches singer-songwriters with individuals who serve as an inspiration for a song. It was an honor to serve as the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Concert and the “Instruments of Change” Auction. This excerpt from the concert showcases Will Overman, his song, “When the Crocus Bloom,” along with his inspiration, Emily Filer. Thank you TAO for bringing the live arts to so many who do not have access to them.

Westminster-Canterbury created the virtual platform, birdsongtutor.com, to connect seniors with students who need homework help during the pandemic and beyond. Thanks, CNBC and "The News with Shepard Smith" for and featuring our program. It's the perfect reminder for families whose children might need some summer "catch-up" help. To sign up as a tutor or as a student, visit birdsongtutor.com.

April is National Garden Month. Westminster-Canterbury Executive Chef Bobby Marnier shared his recipe with Host April Woodard for Zucchini with Bruschetta and Pesto -- a tasty dish that takes advantage of the vegetables and herbs from the garden.  To make it at home, see the Chef's recipe below.

Zucchini Noodles with Bruschetta and Pesto

Bruschetta

3 Roma Tomatoes

1 Clove Garlic Minced

2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

8 Leaves Basil Chiffonade

1 tsp. Kosher Salt

1/2 tsp. Balsamic Vinegar

1/2 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper

Pesto

2 Cups. Basil

2 Cloves Garlic

1/4 cup. Toasted Pine Nuts

1 tsp. Kosher Salt

2/3 cup. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/2 cup. Parmesan Cheese

Add all ingredients to the blender except olive oil and parmesan cheese, pulse a few times, with the blender on slowly add in olive oil until all is incorporated. Pour pesto into a clean bowl and fold in parmesan cheese.

Zucchini Noodles

2 Medium Zucchini

Use a Mandoline to Julienne the Zucchini -- slice into thin noodles.

Place zucchini noodles in a serving bowl, top with bruschetta, drizzle with basil pesto, and grated parmesan cheese on top.

Enjoy!

 

As part of Westminster-Cantebury's celebration of Earth Day, Director of Dining Services Tim Tivvis appeared on WTKR's Coast Live to discuss the importance of sustainability and how our community has adopted it as part of our company culture with its partnership with Lynnhaven River NOW as a Pearl Neighborhood and Pearl Business. He also shared our programs around food waste prevention, buying local and sustainable seafood, and some exciting environmental programs coming to our campus in the future.

Thank you to the Today Show and Harry Smith for including us in your story on The Joy of "VAX." As a senior living community whose mission is to foster joy and well-being among our residents, reaching herd immunity on our campus is pure joy!

We are excited that our Coronavirus Pinata party went viral. Numerous media outlets, nationwide and in Australia and England, shared in the fun by reporting on how WC residents celebrated our community achieving herd immunity -- by showing the COVID pinata who's boss!  Enjoy our highlight reel. 

Vice President of Resident & Health Operations Victoria Crenshaw and Residents' Association John Wolfe talk with WVEC-TV13 reporter Anne Sparaco about how Westminster-Canterbury grew as a community over the past 12 months and how they celebrated now that 100% of the Independent Living residents are vaccinated. Sometimes with a big hug and other times with a piñata party!