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A soft musical intro begins to fill the dining room at Seventeen51 Restaurant and Bistro, a familiar voice croons “where it began, I can’t begin to knowing / but then I know it’s growing strong.” Soon, the entire room joins in, singing Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline.” This was the result of a recent question to “name that song and artist” as part of a monthly Pub Trivia night at Panorama.

Panorama Pub Trivia March 2018
There is no cost to play pub trivia. And guests can purchase food and drink from a special happy hour menu. Photo credit: Panorama

On the last Tuesday of every month, Panorama’s Lifestyle Enrichment department hosts a fun-filled pub trivia contest. What started a few years ago as a small gathering of about 20 people, has since grown into a popular event with over 100 in attendance.

The game begins at 7:00 p.m., but starting at 5:00 p.m. guests can enjoy a special pub trivia happy hour menu and buffet at the restaurant. People often arrive early to find seats and socialize beforehand. Pub trivia runs from September through May, and this month’s game on May 29 will be the last of the season.

“It’s just pure fun,” says member Kathy Houston, “It’s a group of residents having fun together, with a little bit of competition, but all in very good humor.”

Residents often bring friends and family members to the trivia nights too, and it is open to the community. With no more than six people per team, some groups come predetermined, but others come as singles and join or create groups. It’s a great opportunity for somebody who is new to meet other residents. “As a community event, the event fosters camaraderie,” says Grace Moore, Lifestyle Enrichment Director, “And then you add competition and everybody is so engaged.”

Panorama Pub Trivia April 2018
April’s Pub Trivia event brought 112 guests to the tables at Seventeen51 Restaurant and Bistro. Photo credit: Panorama

The categories are introduced and the teams answer five questions for points, and one bonus question for a small prize. For the final question, each team wagers a certain number of points, which can make or break the game for their team. “The best part at the end of the day is everyone knows that they’re there to have fun.” Grace says, “There are teams that don’t do well at all, but they come back because they love the environment.”

Part of that fun environment is thanks to the rapport that is built between the residents and Grace, who first began working for Panorama 14 years ago in the restaurant. And now as Lifestyle Enrichment Director, she runs the pub trivia nights for the community.

“We always learn something new,” adds Kathy. The trivia questions cover a variety of topics including history, culture, and entertainment from different decades. Teams must work together to come up with an answer. “We’ve learned that our first, gut thought is usually better,” Kathy continues, “If we can’t come up with an answer at all we’ll make something up and try to make the staff laugh.”

“That kind of camaraderie and talking to people, figuring things out and having to think about something outside of just the day-to-day, I think it’s good for the brain,” adds fellow trivia player Mike Turner, “Laughing is also good for the brain, and there’s a lot of that going on.”

Panorama Pub Trivia February 2018
Players arrive early to socialize and find a table at Panorama’s Seventeen51 Restaurant and Bistro, which can seat up to 200 guests. Photo credit: Panorama

Thanks to a large community of volunteers, pub trivia is just one of many activities and events held at Panorama. “That is a testimony to why it’s great here, because they’re contributing their time to make their home work for everyone,” says Grace. As a not-for-profit, everything goes back into the community.

“Our residents are very intelligent and very talented,” adds Grace. “They really drive what this place becomes. Indeed, pub trivia at Panorama has turned out to be a popular way for the community to engage with each other while learning and having fun all at the same time.

Check out Panorama’s upcoming events calendar, and their Facebook page.

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1751 Circle Lane SE Lacey
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