Garden Variety Vol 10 Issue 1 January 2018

January 2018

A Publication of Garden Spot Village

Volume 10 Issue 1

Intercommunity Games FRIDAY, JANUARY 26 See page 16 for details.

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Table of Contents Five ways to Wake Up 2 Development 3 Enviromental Services 3 New Year’s Day Menu 4 Mindful Taste & Learn 4 Refresh Coffee Bar Ad 4 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 Cuture Class 6 GSV TV - Channel 956 7 JANUARY CALENDAR 8 Marketing 10 Author Talk & Book Signing 11 In the Theater 11 Pastoral Services 12 Saturday Evening Concert Series 12 Social Services 13 Volunteer Services 14 Wellness 14 Explore Something New...

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Five Ways to Wake Up Without Coffee

Skip the caffeine and try one of these energy-boosters to get your day started.

Do you roll out of bed and head straight for the coffee machine?

Sure, a strong cup of joe is one way to give your am routine some get up and go, but there are caffeine-free options. Try one of these five morning pick-me-ups.

Lighten Up

Exposing yourself to light first thing in the morning triggers a natural wake-up call. When it’s dark outside, your body produces melatonin, a hormone critical in regulating sleep; when it’s light, melatonin production drops. If your schedule allows you to skip setting an alarm, try sleeping with the curtains open to let in sunlight at daybreak, signaling to your body that it’s time to wake up. Alarm a must? Consider setting it just five minutes earlier so you have extra time before work or class to soak up some morning rays.

Engage Your Sense of Smell

For a jolt that will elevate your mood and make you feel more alert, try aromatherapy. Citrus, rosemary, and peppermint are noted eye-openers. Get your dose by adding a fragrant body wash or shampoo to your shower routine.

Say Yes to Oats PUBLISHER Garden Spot Village OUR MISSION We will enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s Love.

EDITOR Colleen Musselman DESIGNER Brandon Adams PROOF READERS Ruth Buehler, Juanita Fox ILLUSTRATIONS

Skip the doughnuts and opt for a breakfast of oatmeal and orange juice. High in fiber and complex carbs, oatmeal will rev your energy level and increase your mental stamina throughout the day. Plus, the flavonoids found in a glass of OJ are linked to better brainpower.

Crank Up the iTunes

Listening to your favorite playlist does more than get your feet thumping.

Music triggers arousal and signals the brain to release dopamine, which, in turn, makes you feel good. Set your alarm through the music app on your phone and you’ll find yourself getting out of bed faster.

Get Physical

Whether you head out for an early run, take a yoga class or just dance in your living room, breaking a sweat is a smart start to the day. Because exercise increases blood flow, it will boost your energy and leave your brain humming with all those good-for-you endorphins. Added bonus: You’ll concentrate better and be more focused during that morning meeting. | This article is brought to you by: www.mindful.sodexo.com |

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DEVELOPMENT

Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development

YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS‌ Thank You For Your 2017 Gifts and Volunteer Time

Garden Spot Village is a very special place where residents have a passion in their hearts to make a difference in the lives of others. As we begin a new year, I want to express my sincere appreciation to you for the gifts you gave in 2017 for the Benevolent Fund, Cooperative Living House and other projects.

We continue to see an increasing number of residents blessing Garden Spot Village and its residents by including Garden Spot Village in estate plans through wills, charitable gift annuities, insurance policies, etc. Approximately 60 individuals are now members of the Legacy Society and we know of several who have already talked about what they hope to do in 2018 to be eligible to join the Legacy Society.

Volunteers are so important for the Development Office. Your help with the Fall Festival, Golf Tournament, Angel Tree, Bird House event, Business Expo and other special projects makes it possible to raise funds to help those residents who, for reasons beyond their control, have exhausted their financial resources.

Wishing you a 2018 filled with happiness, love and good health.

God Bless You.

ANGEL TREE THANKS AND PICKUP

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Angel Tree project this year. What a beautiful way of keeping our loved ones in our hearts and on our minds, while decking the halls of our Chapel Lobby. The funds raised through this project benefited to the Benevolent Fund. Thank you for your kindness.

Angels may be removed from the Angel Tree on Monday, January 1. On Wednesday, January 3, volunteers will be available to help find angels from 9:30-11:30am. At the end of the day, any angels not picked up will be removed from the trees and placed at the Resident Services Desk for pick up, if you wish. The angels will remain at Resident Services until January 15.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Matt Stoltzfus, Director of Enviromental Services

RECYCLING AS A COMMUNITY

Each of us is blessed to be part of the Garden Spot Village Community; to live, work, volunteer, learn, and grow in an atmosphere that encourages us to live the most rewarding and fruitful life possible. As a Community, we have many opportunities to serve our world on many levels. We strive to be welcoming, hosting public events and inviting community members onto our campus. We serve intentionally, giving of our time and resources to those around us through volunteering, and it is those aspects of Garden Spot Village that truly make us special.

There are simple ways we can serve with that same spirit, on a daily basis, that can have a considerable impact. Our residential recycling program is designed to lower Garden Spot Village’s footprint on our world, by reducing waste that enters the landfill. It is estimated that up to 50 percent of American waste is recyclable. As a community, we have the opportunity to make a difference, by being aware and mindful of how we dispose of our waste. Please take a moment to review the signage posted in all of our trash rooms, to see how you can best dispose of your waste, as well as a list of items that are recyclable.

GSV IS COMMITTED TO MAKING RECYCLING A PRIORITY. WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN THAT ENDEAVOR!

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DINING SERVICES

Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager

New Year’s Day

Menu

at The Harvest Table and TDR, 11am – 2pm

Soup

Ham and Bean Soup S: $1.59 / L: $1.89 Smoky Tomato & Shrimp Bisque S: $2.09 / L: $2.29

Chef’s Table

Slow Roasted Pork and Sauerkraut Black Eyed Peas Brown Butter Sage Carrots Collard Greens Classic Mashed Potatoes Skillet Cornbread

$5.19 $1.19 $1.19 $1.19 $1.19 $1.19

To all a good cup

Oyster Platter

Country Fried Oysters with Horseradish 1000 Island Dressing

$7.00

Surf and Turf

Petit Sirloin and Shrimp Mousse Cake with Truffle Parmesan Fries

$15.50

Brunch for Lunch

Omelet or Eggs Benedict with Fruit Salad, Home Fries & Buttermilk Biscuit $7.00

Desserts

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Sweet Streets Pomegranate Cheesecake $3.40 Mile High Carrot Cake $3.40 Sea Salt Caramel Croissant Bread Pudding $3.40

Mindful Taste & Learn with Chef Anthony Biscanti & Dietitian Tara Phillips

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2:30PM AT THE HARVEST TABLE Fad Diets: How to Maintain Healthy Eating and Avoid Fad Diets

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Providing opportunities for adults to Go out into our community, Do the thing that is in front of us, Help others and make a difference.

SERVING LUNCH AT

Water Street Ministries Lancaster, PA 10:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby. Six servers/bussers needed per visit.

2018 MONTHLY VISITS: • January 26 • February 23 • March 23 • April 27 • May 25 • June 22 • July 27 • August 24 • September 28 • October 26 • November 30 • December 28 To volunteer, contact Life Enrichment (6007)

January 21 - February 4 Items Needed: Cans of Soup & Boxes of Crackers Since 2006 Garden Spot Village has participated in the Souper Bowl of Caring, a national food drive that uses the energy of the Super Bowl to mobilize youth and adults to care for people in their local communities who are hungry and in need. This year we will collect canned soup donations for the New Holland Food Pantry, a ministry of CrossNet Ministries located at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Holland. Please place donations in the wooden barrel next to the post office by the Apartment Suites Lobby. For more information, please contact Life Enrichment (6007). **Please be aware of the expiration dates on food products**

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LIFE ENRICHMENT **Sign up at the Village Square Resident Services.

JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, TUESDAYS Ask-a-Nurse & Blood Pressure Check 8:30-10:30am Gardens South Health Center Courtesy of WellSpan Home Health, a nurse visits Garden Spot Village, weekly, in order to provide non-emergency medical answers and blood pressure checks. No appointment necessary.

JANUARY 2, TUESDAY Frontier Communications 9-11am, GSV Library

Come, hear monthly stories of intrigue, interest and invention.

See page 15 for details.

JANUARY 5, FRIDAY & JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY **Park City Shopping 9:30am, depart the Apartment Suites Lobby

Returns, bargains and more will call to you as the New Year begins. You’ll find the after-Christmas rush at Park City a bit more relaxing if you leave the driving to GSV. Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

Tiffany Stogoski, GSV’s Frontier representative, will be present in person the first Tuesday of each month from 10-11am to accept resident Frontier payments, make account adjustments, or answer any Frontier billing questions. A secure Frontier payment drop-box is also available, 9-11am.

JANUARY 6, SATURDAY Author Talk & Book Signing 7pm, Chapel

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast 7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant

JANUARY 7, SUNDAY Eternal Praise Chorale 7pm, Chapel

Celebrate the New Year among the company of lady friends. Enjoy breakfast, chat and laugh. Order from the menu or indulge in the breakfast buffet. Cost on own. Drive on your own or ride the GSV shuttle departing the Apartment Suites Lobby at 7:20am. Mark your calendar to join us the first Wednesday, monthly.

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY **Trip Sign-Up Day 8am, Theater JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY GSV Book Club 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room It’s more than a book review… it’s a book discussion.

See page 15 for details.

JANUARY 4 & 18, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel

The New Year brings new ideas and new suggestions. All are welcome at Coffee & Conversation to explore possibilities in the New Year.

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JANUARY 4, THURSDAY Speaker Series 7pm, Garden Towers

Plain Meetinghouses: Lancaster County Old Order Mennonites Gather to Worship will be tonight’s featured author talk/book signing.

See page 11 for details.

The 45+ member, Eternal Praise Chorale, will bring songs of praise to Garden Spot Village. Ages 1725, young vocalists from Calvary Mennonite, Blue Ball Mennonite and Open Door Mennonite churches will participate.

JANUARY 8, MONDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel

What’s New? Come to the Hymn Sing, sing along with Dale Fox and find out!

JANUARY 9, TUESDAY **PA Farm Show 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm

Since 1916, Pennsylvania is proud to host the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country.

See page 16 for details.

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

JANUARY 11, THURSDAY ** Lancaster Symphony Open Rehearsal 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm See page 16 for details.

JANUARY 12, FRIDAY & JANUARY 27, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room

What fun! Bingo twice a month, every month with prizes galore.

Cost: $1pp.

JANUARY 15, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel

Come to Towne Meeting where GSV administrators share what’s past, what’s current and what’s coming.

Towne Meeting is rebroadcast on GSVTV Channel 956 the following Tuesday, 7pm and Wednesday, 2pm.

CULTURE CLASS with

EUN HEE JANG, IVEP

January 16, Tuesday, 10am, Theater

Eun Hee Jang, International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP) with Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) invites you to her monthly Culture Class. Eun Hee will share about herself, her family and her country. Join her as she talks about people, culture, marriage, religion, politics, the school system, weather and food. Exploring the similarities and differences between the USA and her homeland of South Korea, Eun Hee welcomes everyone to participate.

January 16, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1 & June 5

LIFE ENRICHMENT CONTINUED JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY **Classic Auto Mall 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 12:30pm

Cruise along to enjoy a sneak preview inside the Classic Auto Mall.

See page 16 for details.

JANUARY 19, FRIDAY & JANUARY 23, TUESDAY **Lunch Bunch 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins January 3) See page 16 for details.

JANUARY 20, SATURDAY GSHS Travelogue 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Topic: Wildlife of Yellowstone. Travel Adventure Cinema Series courtesy of NH Kiwanis Club.

Purchase tickets at the door.

Cost: Free GSV shuttle.

Sign up is not required.

JANUARY 20, SATURDAY Saturday Evening Concert Series 7pm, Chapel

JANUARY 24, WEDNESDAY **Red Hat Lunch & Movie 12pm, Village Park / Theater

Calling all Red Hatters of Garden Spot Village…

See page 16 for details.

JANUARY 25, THURSDAY The Two Roberts 11am, Theater

Win Reber, GSV Art Guild, will present a fascinating program titled The Two Roberts.

See page 15 for details.

JANUARY 25, THURSDAY **Paint Parties 6:30pm, Village Park

JANUARY 31, WEDNESDAY **Penn Cinema & Metropolitan Opera 12pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm Penn Cinema, Lancaster, offers The Metropolitan Opera Series, encore performances, live in HD. See page 15 for details.

JANUARY 31, WEDNESDAY Elva Hurst Chalk Talk 7pm, Chapel

Join us for a unique opportunity to engage your senses through music, storytelling and the amazing chalk artistry of Elva Hurst.

See page 15 for details.

“Snowy Birch Trees” with the surprising addition of a beautiful red cardinal, will be the featured painting.

See page 15 for details.

JANUARY 27, SATURDAY **LBC presents Mary Poppins 12:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm Lancaster Bible College presents their winter musical: Mary Poppins.

See page 16 for details.

See page 12 for details.

JANUARY 23, TUESDAY Sudoku Club 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room Back by popular demand, a club for Sudoku enthusiasts.

See page 15 for details.

What’s New on GSV-TV, Channel 956 in January MORNING MOVIES… 8AM

CHANNEL 956

MONDAYS: Gaithers; Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music. (90 min.)

WEDNESDAYS: The Dick Van Dyke Show... TV Comedy writer, Rob Petrie, has his hands full balancing a suburban home life with wife Laura and his work days with wise-cracking office pals. (25 min.)

JANUARY FUN FEATURE: Inspirational Quotes Start your year with an encouraging, inspirational quotation about life, love, friendship, courage and happiness! Tune in to Channel 956 daily in January to be inspired.

Remember the tea kettle. It is always up to its neck in hot water. Yet it still sings.

DID YOU KNOW?…

Towne Meeting is rebroadcast on GSV-TV Channel 956 the following Tuesday, 7pm and Wednesday, 2pm.

Sunday Worship Service is rebroadcast on GSV-TV Channel 956 the following Sunday, 2pm.

If you see

on the Weekly Announcements, the event is scheduled for broadcasting.

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GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE JANUA SUNDAY

**SIGN UP AT RESIDENT SERVICES

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18 7:30 Men’s Breakfast 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 10:00 Bible Study/Sally GT 10:30 BeeKeepers GSCR 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

19 9:30 Village Voices GT 9:30 Woodshop Mtg. 10 & 2 & 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 10:45 Lunch Bunch**

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25 LOOK & LEARN 9:00 Computer Club 10:00 Bible Study/Merv 10:00 Bible Study/Sally 11:00 Art Guild 1:00 Cross Stitch 6:30 Mah Jongg 6:30 Paint Parties**

26 9:30-2:30 Intercommunity Games** 9:30 Village Voices GT 10 & 2 & 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 10:15 Water Street

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MARKETING

Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Can you believe it’s 2018 already? We hope that you had wonderful holidays with family and friends, that includes all the people of Garden Spot that you have come to consider family and friends during the time that you’ve been involved with or made your home in this community. As you know, Garden Spot strives to provide you with opportunities to do things that are meaningful to you. Toward the end of last year, one of the residents who helped get the new metal shop started (paraphrasing) said, “When I moved here there wasn’t a metal shop on campus and I thought that chapter of my life was over. As I explored it and talked to others, it looked more and more like there could be an opportunity to start a metal shop. Garden Spot made space available in the pole barn on the Sycamore Springs side of the street, residents began donating equipment and materials. Now, we have a metal shop and more and more people are joining the club.” We love those stories.

What new things might you explore in 2018? What can you do to involve others in meaningful pursuits? How can you enrich your life and the lives of others? Those are good questions to start the year.

M ED I A

G A LLERY

Stay current by frequently visiting the Garden Spot Village media page: www.gsvnet.org/media

discover your community at Sycamore Springs

Invite your friends to explore the vibrant community at Sycamore Springs.

January Endeavor: Highlighting the Happenings of Garden Spot Village WATCH NOW: www.gsvnet.org/media

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Team Member Appreciation Thank You Video

WATCH NOW: www.gsvnet.org/teamappreciation17

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CR AF TING A LEGACY Written by Juanita Fox

When Creed Coulson was 10 years old his dad purchased a Montgomery Ward lathe. After trying it out, Coulson was immediately hooked and he began transforming pieces of wood into functional art. His first project involved a piece of walnut he made into a two-tiered center place dish. Looking back, he says the project was...

OVERWHELMING GENEROSITY Written by Scott Miller

If you’re a generous person, you’d fit right in at Garden Spot Village. You’d be among a community of people that are generous, gracious and service minded. Not to mention all the opportunities for collaboration and teaming up to do, not only the things you love to do but...

Read more at: www.gsvnet.org/blog

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Only 6 houses remain at Sycamore Springs.

If they act fast they could still get into phase one of this exciting new neighborhood.

They can schedule a visit by calling 717.355.6000 today.

Invite your friends to

LOOK & LEARN Interestingly, 85% of those who live here were referred by other residents. We believe that’s a great way to build a community, and encourage friendships that last.

UPCOMING DATES: THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 TUESDAY, MARCH 20

Check-in: 10-10:30am Presentation: 10:30-12pm Lunch: 12pm-1pm Tour: After Lunch Get details & register at: www.gsvnet.org/looknlearn

Author Talk & Book Signing JANUARY 6, SATURDAY 7pm, Chapel

Beth Oberholtzer, author of Plain Meetinghouses: Lancaster County Old Order Mennonites Gather to Worship will present this evening. Oberholtzer and John Herr, photographer, collaborated to create the book published by Schiffer Publishing in 2017. Old Order Mennonite meetinghouses dot the countryside of Lancaster County and silently embody deeply ingrained religious traditions and yet few outsiders have seen the startling utilitarian beauty of these rural structures up close. Oberholtzer and Herr were allowed rare access to 22 austere houses of worship. They created a one-of-akind book featuring over 300 photos and diagrams that document all aspects of the meetinghouses, from the design of their benches and buggy sheds to the arrangement of tables central to worship.

IN THE THEATER JANUARY 1 & 15, MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater

Begin the New Year with a harty laugh. Join us for Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen, featuring: (Jan 1) 100 Years of Fashion: New Year’s Style, New Year’s Eve Party by Mr. Bean, Happy New Year

by The Fantastikids, English Children Choir, seven different versions of Auld Lang Syne and more.

(Jan 15) Travel back in time as we watch the Andy Griffith Show; Barney Fife Masters Quantum Physics, All In The Family, Top 10 Decade Defining 1950’s TV Shows and more.

JANUARY 5 & 12, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Theater

Feature: Eight Below Brutal cold forces two Antarctic explorers to leave their team of sled dogs as they fend for survival. Spectacular scenery. Stars: Paul Walker & Jason Biggs PG / 2h / Adventure, Drama, Family / 2006

JANUARY 16, TUESDAY TED Talks, 2:30pm, Theater

TED, Ideas Worth Spreading… TED Talks returns following a holiday break.

Topics: - What If You Could Live a Joyful & Vibrant Life at Any Age - Retirement

JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater Feature: Goodbye Girl An unemployed dancer and her 10-year-ord daughter reluctantly live with a struggling off-Broadway actor. Stars: Richard Dreyfuss & Marsha Mason.

PG / 1h 51min / Comedy, Drama, Romance / 1977

JANUARY 19 & 26, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Theater

Feature: Home Again Home Again is a story of love, friendship and the families we create. And one very big life lesson: starting over is not for beginners. Stars: Reese Witherspoon PG-13 / 1h 37 min / Comedy, Drama, Romance / 2017

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PASTORAL SERVICES Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services WORSHIP SCHEDULE JANUARY 7

Message: Chaplain Ken Martin Music: Dale Fox

JANUARY 14

Message: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Chapel Quartet

JANUARY 21

Message: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Lorraine Bradford

JANUARY 28

Message: Rev. Jack Estep Music: Villagers

UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS

JANUARY 3 & 17, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room Conversation for all men about spiritual topics. Presenters this month are Chet Yoder (1/3) and Vern Mittelstadt (1/17)

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY Retired Clergy & Church Workers Meeting 5pm, Concord Room This month we gather for dinner and fellowship together.

JANUARY 10, 17 & 24, WEDNESDAY Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7pm, Garden Towers

Lessons from God’s Servants. (Ruth, Daniel, Esther) is our theme for January-April.

VISITING CHURCHES • OUR LADY OF LOURDES - 1st Tuesday Mass, Chapel - Thursday Communion, Prayer Room • TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH - 2nd Thursday Communion, Prayer Room • ANGLICAN CHURCH - Sunday Service, Chapel • GOSHEN BAPTIST CHURCH - March & September, Concord

JANUARY 4, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room

Breakfast and Conversation for all widowed and single men at GSV. Our question for discussion this month will be Influential Persons in Our Lives.

JANUARY 4, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room

A corporate prayer time for various concerns of the church and community

JANUARY 11 & 25, THURSDAY Merv Horst Bible Study 10am, Gardens South Conference Room Essential for Biblical Interpretation is the theme for this new study.

JANUARY 23, TUESDAY Women Alone 10am, Gardens West Conference Room Conversation and fellowship for all women who live alone at GSV.

SPECIAL GUEST LEITH ANDERSON

Dr. Anderson joins us during the weekend of FEBRUARY 25-26.

Currently president of the National Association of Evangelicals and former pastor of Wooddale Church in Minnesota, he is an accurate interpreter of culture and scripture and, a recognized national leader. He will preach on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25 at the morning and evening services and, offer a seminar on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26.

CALLING ALL WOMEN...

Now that you have turned the calendar page, remember to save the date… MARCH 10, 2018 is the women’s retreat in our GSV chapel. Ruth Dunkle is our guest musician and speaker. It will be a day focused on contentment.

JANUARY 11, 18 & 25, THURSDAY Sally Mittelstadt Bible Study 10am, Garden Towers Trusting God In Turbulent Times – a study for women

SATURDAY EVENING 7pm | GSV CHAPEL

MAR 17

JAN 20

Doug Wimer, organ

FEB 17

Delaware County Christian School (DCCS) Choir

Berkshire Brass Quintet Love Birds Quintet

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CONCERT SERIES

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SOCIAL SERVICES Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS These groups are a free opportunity to learn from each other, find supportive understanding, be encouraged, and learn new educational information and life skills.

On-Line Hearing Loss Network www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org

Helpful resource links are available at the GSV Hearing Loss Network site, with or without an account. The site is a resident only safe place to ask questions and compare services notes. Create a free account. Contact Mary Beth Villafane (6010) if you have any questions or suggestions.

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY Living with Loss Group 10am, Board Room

I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. - Picasso It’s normal and healthy to divvy out responsibilities and roles in your relationships. Yet what happens after a death when you are forced to take on new skills or responsibilities? Join the Living with Loss Group as we talk about various life-skills you have learned or need to learn after the death of a loved one. The Living with Loss group is for persons who have experienced death of a spouse or family member. The group’s focus is support and education. Call Jenny Snyder (6259) for more information.

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY Persons with Special Cares See next page for special article highlighting this group 1-2pm, Concord Room

Get together with others who are also learning how to live, love and support a person facing challenges.

Contact Jenny Snyder (6259) with any questions.

JANUARY 8, MONDAY Caregiver’s Support Group 10am, Concord Room

The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village co-sponsor a support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. We will begin our year with a presentation by Joan Groh, Community Relations Liaison from Hospice and Community Care. Joan will discuss the importance of our care as caregivers, with a particular focus on the significant role of our hands.

They are involved in every bit of our life story and can be a reminder of all that we have touched and all that has touched us throughout our journey. Come, create and reflect upon the importance of your care and how our hands have helped to shape our life story. Upon advance request, free respite care in Adult Day Services (6226) is available during this group meeting time if you are currently enrolled in Garden Spot Village Adult Day Services. If this is your first time attending the support group, please contact Joanne Morton (6076) or Marcia Parsons (6239).

JANUARY 11, THURSDAY Essential Tremor Support Group – Essential Tremor is more than a Tremor 10am, Board Room

Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to watch and discuss the video Essential Tremor is more than a Tremor: The Emotional and Psychosocial Aspects of Living with Essential Tremor. This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

JANUARY 11, THURSDAY Low Vision Support Group – New Technology & Other Helpful Devices 3 pm, Garden Towers

Special guest speaker Taylor Newswanger, Vision Corps OT, will discuss New Technology & Other Helpful Devices. Persons who have any type of visual loss will find their knowledge and independence enhanced by this program. Call Mary Beth Villafane (6010) for more information.

JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY Sharing with Supportive Friends 10:30am, Prayer and Meditation Room

Do you desire a group of supportive friends? This caring group is a resource for residents managing depression.

All are welcome to join the friendly conversations.

Contact Jenny Snyder (6259) with any questions.

JANUARY 23, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group – Funck’s in Leola

Individuals with a spouse in a healthcare setting are encouraged to attend this group. The focus of the group is support and encouragement. The group will enjoy lunch together at Funk’s in Leola. We will depart from the Village Square at 11:30am. Cost of the meal is the responsibility of the individual. Contact Marcia Parsons (6239) for more information and to reserve your seat on the bus.

FEBRUARY 26, MONDAY

*PLEASE NOTE THIS GROUP WILL NOT MEET IN JANUARY*

Parkinson’s Support Group – Apathy or Depression; Which One is It? 2pm, Theater

Garden Spot Village Parkinson’s Support Group is a group for individuals and their family members living with Parkinson’s disease. During this meeting we will watch and discuss a video made available by the National Parkinson’s Foundation entitled Apathy or Depression; Which One is It? The video features Dawn Bowers, PHD. Free resources from the National Parkinson’s Foundation are available at the monthly meetings. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

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SOCIAL SERVICES CONTINUED SUPPORT GROUP HIGHLIGHT

PERSONS WITH SPECIAL CARES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1-2PM, CONCORD ROOM

A new time, a new place! Start the year off with the support you need!

If you’re a long time attendee of the Persons with Special Cares group, you are invited to join your fellow group members for this semi-annual gathering. The purpose is to get together with others who are also learning how to live, love and support a person facing challenges. Share your stories, give updates about your loved ones, and enjoy the company of others who “get it” and understand what you’re going through.

If you’ve never attended the Persons with Special Cares group, this is a great time to do so! The group is geared towards anyone – parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, friends – who have a loved one with challenges. This could range from a disability, to an addiction, to a mental health diagnosis. It’s hard watching a loved one battle such difficulties, and this is a group of individuals that understands the emotional struggle, the legal ramifications, the financial strain, and so many other aspects of caring.

Mark your calendars. All are invited. Contact Jenny Snyder (6259) with questions.

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE DISENROLLMENT PERIOD JANUARY 1 – FEBRUARY 14

You can change from a Medicare Advantage plan back to Original Medicare, and then join a prescription drug plan.

You cannot switch from Original Medicare to an Advantage Plan; switch Advantage plans or prescription drug plans.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services

CARING CONNECTIONS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 11:30AM CONCORD ROOM

Bring your lunch and gather with other Caring Connectors for our January luncheon meeting! The topic will be understanding dementia. We’ll hear from Melody Karick, Director of Laurel View, and also share program updates.

Light desserts will be provided.

All are welcome – even if you are not a Caring Connections volunteer, join us to learn more about the program.

Please RSVP by January 26 to Marcia Dawson (6667) or Ruthann Ware (6851).

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TIME TO ASSESS YOUR WELLNESS

January is the time to review and renew your wellness. Now’s the time to get your wellness wheel rolling forward and to cultivate your wellness through each facet of your life. All aspects of wellness are intertwined. Small changes in your everyday habits can make a big difference in how you feel, look and function. For example, exercise in not only heart-healthy, it also reduces stress, can be social and make you feel good about yourself.

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The goal isn’t perfection: it is balance. The first step is to review your wellness. Pick up a wellness wheel assessment tool in the Wellness Department. Take time to complete the tool and call/email Lauren Graber (6228) or lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org for an appointment to start renewing your wellness journey.

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Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

JANUARY 4, 11, 18 & 25

Frozen Foot 5K 3pm, Pavilion

JANUARY 8-12, MONDAY THRU FRIDAY

Wellness Review Week

Stop by Wellness for a simple review or call/email Lauren Graber (6228) or lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org for an appointment.

JANUARY 19, FRIDAY

Drop 10 in 10

Begin a 10 week weight loss challenge.

JANUARY 26, FRIDAY

Intercommunity Games 9:30-2:30pm, Apartment Suites Lower Level See page 16 for details.

EXPLORE SOMETHING NEW...

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY

**PAINT PARTIES

Team members of Garden Spot Village will display their unique artistic talents in the Main Street Art Gallery and the Apartment Suites Lobby Display Case. You won’t want to miss this most interesting show!

Snowy Birch Trees with the surprising addition of a beautiful red cardinal, will be the featured painting. Sample on display at the Life Enrichment office.

Cost: $30pp includes Paint Party supplies, instruction and specialty Starbucks Beverage.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 1 – 31 | GSV TEAM MEMBERS ART SHOW

GSV BOOK CLUB

JANUARY 25, THURSDAY | 6:30PM, VILLAGE PARK

JANUARY 3, WEDNESDAY | 2PM GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

BEGINNING KNITTING

SPEAKER SERIES

If you can create a basic knitting stitch then a fun, intergenerational, educational, relationship building opportunity awaits. Students of Hinkletown Mennonite School need YOU to teach them basic knitting. Elementary students participate in educational clusters each year and the relationships that build, will last well after the class ends. If you are willing to share your skills in order to encourage young beginners, call Life Enrichment (6007).

It’s more than a book review… it’s a book discussion.

Monthly, reading enthusiasts gather to discuss current book selections. Don’t worry, if you feel you have little to add to the conversation, listening is fine too.

JANUARY 4, THURSDAY | 7PM, GARDEN TOWERS

Come, hear stories of intrigue, interest and invention. Monthly, the GSV Education Committee features residents sharing life stories and passions, as well as, civic leaders, local business representatives and non-profits. January feature: New Holland Early Learning Center, with Dawn Ranck Hower.

AUTHOR TALK & BOOK SIGNING JANUARY 6, SATURDAY | 7PM, CHAPEL

Plain Meetinghouses: Lancaster County Old Order Mennonites Gather to Worship will be tonight’s featured author talk/ book signing. Written by Beth Oberholtzer and John Herr, Plain Meetinghouses shows rare glimpses inside Lancaster’s meetinghouses, offering an opportunity to learn about private spaces of worship.

TED TALKS

JANUARY 16, TUESDAY | 2:30PM, THEATER

TED Talks returns in the New Year! Topics that entertain, educate and spark your interest are featured. New topics monthly. See page 11 for details.

SUDOKU CLUB

JANUARY 23, TUESDAY | 2PM GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

Back by popular demand, a club for Sudoku enthusiasts. Work together. Team up to discover solutions. Share strategies.

New Sudoku puzzles every time. Beginners and advanced welcome. Teacher: Mary Ellen Briscoe. There is no need to sign up for this numbers-fun club, held the 4th Tuesday, monthly.

THE TWO ROBERTS

JANUARY 25, THURSDAY | 11AM, THEATER

Win Reber, GSV Art Guild, will present a fascinating program titled The Two Roberts. Born 22 years apart, Robert Lawson and Robert McCloskey were both authors and illustrators of loved children’s books. Both lived in eastern USA. Both received Caldecott Medals. Both used their delightfully expressive lines to draw the reader into the story.

All residents are welcome to attend.

FEBRUARY 22 – APRIL 12, THURSDAY 1:45-2:30PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

INSPIRE YOUR HEART WITH ART DAY JANUARY 31, WEDNESDAY

**PENN CINEMA & METROPOLITAN OPERA 12pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm (Sign up began December 5)

Penn Cinema, Lancaster, offers The Metropolitan Opera Series, encore performances, live in HD. Don’t miss your chance to experience incomparable performances live from the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, as well as special interviews and behind-the-scenes features, exclusive to the live HD series.

Cost: $25pp includes Opera & transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

ELVA HURST CHALK TALK 7pm, Chapel

Join us for a unique opportunity to engage your senses through music, storytelling and the amazing chalk artistry of Elva Hurst, former Old Order Mennonite.

Thanks to the GSV Art Guild, Elva will present: Mid-Winter’s Beauty. DVD’s, cards and books will be sold following the presentation.

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LIFE ENRICHMENT JANUARY 2018 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3 JANUARY 5, FRIDAY & JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Travel with Garden Spot Village to Park City, Lancaster. We’ll provide the transportation so you can concentrate on the fun.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 9, TUESDAY **PA FARM SHOW 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm (Sign up began December 5)

Held at the Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, the PA Farm Show features agricultural exhibits and more.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 11, THURSDAY ** LANCASTER SYMPHONY OPEN REHEARSAL 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up began December 5) Lancaster Symphony Orchestra welcomes us to an Open Rehearsal.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 17, WEDNESDAY **CLASSIC AUTO MALL 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 12:30pm (Sign up began December 5)

Cruise along to enjoy a sneak preview inside the Classic Auto Mall, Morgantown, PA! Guided tram included.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 19, FRIDAY & JANUARY 23, TUESDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins January 3)

Lunch Bunch will explore The Fireside Tavern, Strasburg, tucked away among the wonderful splendors of Lancaster County, offering great food & wonderful service. Menu dining. Meal cost on own.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

TRIP SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater JANUARY 24, WEDNESDAY **RED HAT LUNCH & MOVIE 12pm, Village Park / Theater (Sign up began December 5)

Calling all Red Hatters of Garden Spot Village… join us for a frolicking afternoon of lunch and a movie. A light-hearted afternoon for sure!

Cost: $15pp includes lunch.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 26, FRIDAY **INTERCOMMUNITY GAMES 9am-3pm, Apartment Suites lower level Garden Spot Village hosts Intercommunity Games. Come for fun and fellowship between GSV, Phoebe Berks, Tel Hai, Luther Acres and Landis Homes. Participate in morning and afternoon sessions of Billiards, Shuffleboard, Wii Bowling, Scrabble, Water Volleyball, Pinochle or Bridge.

Questions? Call Wellness (6228).

Cost: $5pp Sign up at Resident Services by Friday, January 20.

JANUARY 27, SATURDAY **LBC PRESENTS MARY POPPINS 12:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm (Sign up began December 5) Lancaster Bible College presents their winter musical: Mary Poppins.

Experience all the music and magic you’ve come to love as everyone’s favorite nanny lands on the stage of the Good Shephard Chapel.

Cost: $20pp includes show ticket and transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 31, WEDNESDAY **PENN CINEMA & METROPOLITAN OPERA 12pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm (Sign up began December 5) Penn Cinema, Lancaster, offers The Metropolitan Opera Series, encore performances, live in HD. Don’t miss your chance to experience incomparable performances.

Cost: $25pp includes Opera & transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

FEBRUARY 23, FRIDAY **HINKLETOWN MENNONITE PLAY/LUNCHEON 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1pm (Sign up begins January 3)

The students of Hinkletown Mennonite School invite you to their performance of Anne of Green Gables. A light luncheon will follow the performance.

Cost: $11pp includes play, luncheon & transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

FEBRUARY 28, WEDNESDAY **MUSEUM OF THE BIBLE 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up began December 5)

The Museum of the Bible offers an unparalleled experience providing guests with an immersive, personalized adventure as they explore the history, narrative and impact of the Bible. This brand-new Washington, DC museum is housed in a 430,000 sq.-ft. building, just blocks from the National Mall and our nations’ Capitol.

Cost: $108pp includes museum, lunch at Tony & Joe’s (on the waterfront), gratuities and Elite Coach transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

APRIL 27, FRIDAY **PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA & KIMMEL CENTER 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8pm (Sign up begins January 3)

Learn about the Kimmel Center, a dazzling performing arts center located on the Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia.

Our visit features a guided walking tour, so wear comfortable walking shoes.

Following our tour, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at the Positano Coast Restaurant. To top off our day, we will be treated to an afternoon of engaging music, hearing first-hand how Berlioz evokes the musical color and excitement of a Roman carnival.

Cost: $104 includes Kimmel Center tour, lunch, Tier 3 seating, gratuities and Elite Coach transportation.