EVENT COMMITTEE (L-R): IVANA WALKER, BONNIE BEATTY, LOVIE FERGUSON, KAREN MACMILLAN, CATHY WHITE, CAROL RING, PAT SIMMONS, FAITH BRENAN, AND NANCY BONNER. NOT PICTURED: DAWN GLEDHILL AND JOHN MOSLEY-WILLIAMS.
More than 160 Canadians gathered in the Palms Dining Room on Monday, February 9, for our annual “Our Home Away from Home” Canada Party. It was an evening filled with national pride, laughter, and plenty of red-and-white spirit.
From the moment guests arrived, the room was alive with Canadian energy. Decorations throughout the venue featured maple leaves and Canadian flags, while many attendees proudly wore red and white outfits or jerseys from their favorite Canadian sports teams. The festive atmosphere created an instant sense of connection among fellow Canadians enjoying winter in FL.
AND MIKE ALDERMAN.
The evening began with a lively social hour, giving friends, old and new, the chance to reconnect and mingle. The crowd then gathered together to sing the national anthem, “O Canada,” before posing for a large group photo that captured the spirit of the celebration.
Guests then headed to the food stations where Canadian-inspired dishes and beverages were served. The culinary offerings were a highlight of the evening, with many attendees complimenting the F&B staff, whose efforts helped make the celebration such a success.
Entertainment continued throughout the evening with Canadian-themed trivia featured on the large screens, sparking friendly competition and plenty of laughs. A popular name-tag guessing game also kept guests circulating around the room. Each participant had the name of a famous Canadian person, place, or thing placed on their back and had to ask others questions to figure out their identity.
Two lucky attendees went home with special prizes. Mike Alderman and Ginny Tullis were the winners of this year’s gift baskets.
MEMBERS ENJOYING THE EVENING.
As Canadians who spend part of our winter here, we’re also grateful to be part of the broader HP community. The warm welcome and friendship of our American neighbors help make HP feel like a true home away from home, and we appreciate the opportunity to share such a wonderful community together.
Events like the Canada Party highlight the strong sense of connection among residents, bringing people together to celebrate friendship, community, and the traditions that make Heritage Palms such a special place.
