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In this issue From Our Board of Directors.....2 Intergenerational Programs Are Back!....................................3 Volunteer Spotlight...................4 Donor List............................... 5–8 Centennial Recap................. 9–19 Donor List........................... 20–24 Hallelujah Lights.......................25 2024 Black Tie Bingo.......... 26–27 Upcoming Events......................28
See the full recap of The Mount’s Centennial on page 15.
Reimagining The Mount’s Café A Vision for Community, Connection, and Fun!
Imagine stepping into a space where the aroma of delicious meals meets the sounds of laughter and music. A place where residents and their families can share meaningful moments around elegant, yet moveable tables, or enjoy a movie night with crystal-clear projection, surrounded by curtains that shift the ambiance from day to night. Picture a festive Thanksgiving feast with family, a cozy Christmas dinner surrounded by twinkling lights, or a lively Fourth of July barbecue with music and cheer.
“Hilltop Bistro” at The Mount design inspiration.
This vision is closer to becoming a reality as we plan to remodel our current cafeteria on the second floor. The transformation will turn an ordinary space into a wonderful hub of connection, entertainment, and joy. But we need your help to make it happen. Right now, the current setup and furnishings are holding us back. The outdated dining tables are too heavy for Mount caregivers to move easily and make it challenging to flex the space for various activities. The lack of advanced projection equipment and modern layout restricts the kind of entertainment we can provide, and cords for free-standing speakers are taped to the floor. Mount residents deserve a space that reflects the vibrancy of their lives and the warmth of our community. The total cost of remodeling Continued on page 2
We closed our new time capsule! See what’s inside on page 19.
Help us reimagine The Mount’s Café! To donate, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/bistrocampaign.