✍️ National Stationary Week 11-17 May National Stationery Week celebrates the joy of writing, drawing, creativity and communication through traditional stationery items such as pens, pencils, notebooks, postcards, stamps and paper. It is also an opportunity to reminisce about how people once kept in touch before mobile phones, emails and social media became part of everyday life. For many older adults, stationery can trigger powerful memories of school days, handwritten lette

🍸 World Cocktail Day & Cocktail Quiz Today we are celebrating the colourful world of cocktails - from classic favourites and tropical holiday drinks to elegant mocktails and sparkling party traditions. Cocktails have been enjoyed for generations and often remind us of holidays, celebrations, music, films, famous hotels and nights out with family and friends. This themed CST session encourages conversation, reminiscence, word finding, memory, problem solving and social intera

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY International Nurses Day is celebrated each year on May 12th, the birthday of pioneering nurse Florence Nightingale. It is a time to recognise and thank nurses everywhere for the kindness, skill and dedication they show in caring for others. Nurses play a vital role in hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries, mental health services and in people’s own homes - often supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most difficult moments. Nursing

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK Mental Health Awareness Week is a chance to talk openly about mental health, reduce stigma, and remind ourselves that nobody has to face difficult times alone. Mental health affects how we think, feel, cope with stress, and connect with other people - and just like physical health, it can change from day to day. This week encourages us to check in with ourselves and with others, celebrate the things that help us feel well, and recognise the import

World Migratory Bird Day World Migratory Bird Day celebrates the incredible journeys made by birds across the world each year. Some birds travel thousands of miles between countries and continents in search of warmer weather, food, and safe nesting places. It is a wonderful opportunity for a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy session, encouraging conversation, memory, observation skills, word association, and shared experiences of nature and the changing seasons. Suggested CST Act

Here is a new game for 'Europe Day' on May 9. The idea is to print out screenshots, or open a picture and start a slide show, and ask members which country each picture belongs to - Wales, France, Italy, Germany, Ireland, Scotland, Spain, England or Sweden. There are ten pictures for each country - see answers below. Make time to step for discussion as you work through the pictures. I do hope that you have fun with this one. Please do let me know in comments below how it work

Step back in time and join us for a special VE Day Wartime Music Singalong, commemorating the 81st anniversary of Victory in Europe Day - 8th May 1945. Together we’ll remember the courage, resilience and community spirit of the wartime generation through a wonderful collection of classic songs that helped lift morale during World War II. From rousing marching favourites and music hall classics to heartfelt ballads and nostalgic singalongs, these timeless songs encouraged hop

US Tourism Day is a chance to celebrate the incredible variety of places, people, music, history and landscapes that make the United States such a fascinating country to explore. From the bright lights of New York City to the deserts of Monument Valley, from Hollywood to Hawaii, America is filled with famous sights recognised all around the world. Today’s activity takes us on a virtual road trip across the USA, visiting iconic landmarks, legendary locations from films and tel

NATIONAL HERB DAY 🌿 National Herb Day is a celebration of the wonderful herbs that add flavour, fragrance, colour and wellbeing to our lives. Herbs have been used for thousands of years in cooking, medicine, gardening and traditional remedies. Many familiar herbs such as mint, basil, rosemary, thyme, parsley and sage can instantly bring back memories through their distinctive smells and tastes. Herbs are often easy to grow at home in gardens, pots or even on a windowsill. Th

🇲🇽 CINCO DE MAYO Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on May 5th and marks Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Although it is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, it is actually a celebration of resilience, pride, and national identity. Today, it is celebrated with music, dancing, food, and colourful festivals, especially in the United States of Mexico and the city of Puebla. 🇲🇽 Facts About Mexico Mexico is a vibrant country full of colour,

🎉 DAVID ATTENBOROUGH’S 100th BIRTHDAY A remarkable milestone celebrating the life of David Attenborough. For decades, he has brought the natural world into our homes, inspiring curiosity, care for wildlife, and a deeper understanding of our planet. His programmes have helped generations connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of life on Earth. 📚 FACTS ABOUT DAVID ATTENBOROUGH Born: 8 May 1926, London Broadcaster, biologist, and natural historian Worked with the BBC fo

🔥 INTERNATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS DAY (May 4) International Firefighters Day is a time to recognise the bravery and dedication of firefighters around the world. These men and women risk their lives to protect people, homes and communities from fire and other emergencies. It is also a moment to remember those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. 💬 Discussion: Have you ever seen firefighters at work or visited a fire station? 🚒 KEY ATTRIBUTES & EQUIPMENT OF A FIREFIGHTE

WORLD SUN DAY – May 3 ☀️ World Sun Day celebrates the power and importance of the Sun in our everyday lives. The Sun has shone on Earth for over 4.5 billion years, providing the light and warmth needed for life to exist. It helps plants grow, supports the food we eat, and gives us daylight to guide our daily routines. Sunshine can also boost our mood and help our bodies produce vitamin D, which is important for healthy bones. Today is also a chance to think about how we use t

May Is National Walking Month In The UK National Walking Month encourages people to get outdoors, enjoy fresh air, and make walking part of everyday life. Whether it is a short stroll around the local park, a walk to the shops, or a longer countryside ramble, walking is one of the easiest and healthiest forms of exercise. It costs nothing, suits all ages, and helps both body and mind. 🧠 CST Discussion Questions Do you enjoy going for a walk, and where is your favourite place

May Day – 1st May May Day is one of the oldest traditional celebrations in the UK, marking the arrival of summer and the hope of warmer, brighter days ahead. It has its roots in ancient seasonal festivals celebrating new life, flowers, fertility, and the changing of the seasons. Across Britain, May Day is often linked with colourful village traditions such as dancing around the maypole, Morris dancing, crowning the May Queen, and local fairs and parades. In some places, peopl

BUGS BUNNY DAY – April 30 Bugs Bunny Day celebrates one of the most famous cartoon characters of all time. First appearing in the late 1930s and becoming a star in the 1940s, Bugs Bunny became known for his clever tricks, quick wit, and famous catchphrase, “What’s up, Doc?” With his love of carrots and his talent for outsmarting characters like Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, and Daffy Duck, Bugs became a much-loved part of classic animation history. Voiced for many years by the le

International Dance Day is celebrated every year on 29th April and is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the joy of movement, music, and self-expression. Created by the International Theatre Institute in 1982, the day marks the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre, often called the father of modern ballet. Dance brings people together across all ages and cultures. Whether it is ballroom, ballet, tap, disco, line dancing, folk dancing, or simply swaying along to a favourite song

National Superhero Day – 28 April National Superhero Day is celebrated each year on 28 April and is a fun opportunity to recognise the heroes in our everyday lives as well as the famous superheroes from comics, films, and television. The day reminds us that real superheroes are often the people who help others - nurses, doctors, firefighters, teachers, carers, police officers, ambulance crews, volunteers, and family members who show kindness, bravery, and support every day. I

Morse Code Day – April 27 Morse Code Day celebrates the birthday of Samuel Morse, one of the inventors of the telegraph and Morse code system. Before telephones, emails, and mobile phones, messages could be sent quickly across long distances using dots and dashes tapped through telegraph wires. Morse code changed the world by helping people communicate faster than ever before and played an important role in shipping, railways, war communications, and emergency signals such as

The London Marathon is one of the world’s most famous long-distance races, bringing together elite athletes, wheelchair racers, fun runners, and thousands of charity fundraisers. First held in 1981, it winds its way past some of London’s most iconic landmarks including Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Big Ben, and finishes near Buckingham Palace. It is a wonderful celebration of determination, community spirit, and fundraising, with runners taking part for personal achievement, in