Halloween’s origins trace back to the ancient Celtic festival, Samhain, held on November 1. Souls of the dead returned to their homes on that day, so people dressed in costumes and lit bonfires
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Halloween’s origins trace back to the ancient Celtic festival, Samhain, held on November 1. Souls of the dead returned to their homes on that day, so people dressed in costumes and lit bonfires to ward off spirits.
Halloween spirits flew high around the multipurpose room at the Nederland Community Center on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. Several seniors were ready to eat and compete for the best costume.
After the seniors enjoyed Caprese lasagna, spinach salad, and Halloween cupcakes, each contestant took a turn on the runway, showing off their colorful attire.
The Mad Hatter, a fisherman, a Viking, a dragon slayer and trainer, President Trump, and a few more made their appearances. Even Odlaw made a cameo as he continued his search for Waldo.
Nederland Area Seniors (NAS), or Mountain Peak Life, offers weekly senior lunches on most Wednesdays. But no need to be a senior to be a part of this fun, quirky, and welcoming group. Anyone is welcome to join. The only condition is that you reserve your spot for lunch so the chefs know how much food to make.
NAS also offers other services, including grief support, yoga, foot care, a meal delivery program for homebound older mountain residents, COVID-19 booster shots during specific dates and times, and more.
After an hour of laughs and keeping the spirit of Halloween alive, the Nederland seniors voted and three winners were announced. Taking third place was Roger Sheperd as the Dragon Slayer and Trainer.
In second place was Brent Warren, showcasing his talents as he rode throughout the afternoon on the shoulders of a bear. Charlene Morrison took first place after she paraded her costume and entertained the crowd with a short medley.
The senior lunch may have been one hour but it was filled with plenty of joy and entertainment to fill anyone’s day!
The Nederland Area Seniors office is located on the second floor of the Nederland Community Center at 750 Highway 72, Nederland. To learn more, visit https://mountainpeaklife.org/, or you can give them a call at 303-258-0799.
