Happy Monday Houghton Jones Family
🌱 April is National Gardening Month!
Each week, I’ll be sharing a helpful tip to keep your garden growing strong.
This week’s tip: use cinnamon on your soil!
Sprinkling a light layer of ground cinnamon on top of your soil can help prevent fungal growth and protect seedlings from damping-off disease. It’s a simple, natural way to support healthy plant starts—especially for beginners
📖 It’s also National Poetry Month!
To celebrate, I want to highlight the work of Mary Oliver. Her poetry is known for its deep attention to nature, quiet observation, and the way she finds meaning in simple, everyday moments. She writes in a way that invites you to slow down and really notice the world around you.
If you’ve never read her work before, this month is a perfect time to start—especially if you love nature, gardens, and the small details of life 🌿
🌟 Sister Lois A. Sheaffer After-School Program
Our program continues Monday through Thursday from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM at 1708 Johnson Street. We look forward to seeing our youth learn, build confidence, and have fun in a safe and supportive environment where they can truly shine.
🎶 Music Monday — Major Chords for Minors brings creativity and inspiration through music.
💚 Tuesday Scouts — In partnership with the Girl Scouts of the USA, youth develop leadership and teamwork skills.
🧠✨ Mindful Wednesday with P.A.Y.S. — Focused on mindfulness, positive decision-making,
and personal growth.
🎳 Bowling Thursday — Fun, friendship, and friendly competition to wrap up the week.
💃🏽🕺🏽 Hustle Robics — Monday & Thursday | 6–7 PM
Join us for just $5! No dance experience needed—just come ready to move, laugh, and have a great time. It’s fun fitness for everyone! 🔥
