March 2018
A Publication of Garden Spot Village
Volume 10 Issue 3
Wednesday, March 21 2pm, Chapel See page 7 for details.
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SURPRISING REASONS YOU SHOULD TAKE A WALK THIS AFTERNOON
Of course it’s great for your legs and heart, but the benefits don’t stop there. Walking has your back covered, not to mention your brain, waist, and more.
Table of Contents March Birthday Celebrations 2 Development 3 Senator Aument Town Hall 3 St. Patrick’s Day Menu 4 Mindful Taste & Learn 4 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 Speaker Series 7 GSV TV - Channel 956 7 Around Town 8 In the Theater 8 Marketing 9 MARCH CALENDAR 10 Pastoral Services 12 Travel with Purpose 13 Social Services 14 Musical Memories 15 Saturday Evening Concert Series 15 Wellness 16 Marathon Volunteers 16 Volunteer Services 17 WellSpan Health Talks 17 Explore Something New... 18 Event Sign-Ups 20
Walking has a stellar reputation for being one of the best beginner-friendly ways to burn calories, shape up your legs, and strengthen your heart. We know. You get it. But with each step, walking is discretely improving other not-so-noticeable parts of you too. And this is why walking makes the cut as our total-body workout of choice. Check out the awesome ways hoofing it has a powerful effect on your overall health. It boosts your brainpower. Walking briskly on a regular basis improves your concentration and slows down the shrinkage of the brain that comes naturally with age. In fact, frequent strolls have recently been found to help the part of the brain responsible for long-term memory growth. Emerging evidence has also shown promise that a consistent walking routine may slash the risk of Alzheimer’s by almost half. It protects your peepers. Walking may reduce pressure within your eyes and can lower risk factors for developing glaucoma like diabetes and high blood pressure. Walking may even help treat the condition if you already have it. It opens your airways. Raising your heart rate with a good brisk walk builds your lung power. The stronger the lungs are, the easier it is for them to do their job of delivering oxygen to the rest of your muscles—an improvement that you’ll notice on future walks when you’re able to stroll farther without feeling worn out.
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
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It manages your middle. If you walk with good posture (shoulders square, chest up, eyes forward), your core is getting an amazing workout. That’s because to hold that form you have to engage your core muscles, particularly your lower back and abdominal muscles. All that effort is building strength (bonus: no crunches required). Oh, and did we mention this hidden core workout also goes a long way toward relieving and reducing back pain? Like we said earlier, awesome. It improves your balance. Walking lets you work out on all kinds of unstable terrain like soft sand, loose rocks, and trails. Every shaky step activates other muscles throughout your entire body just so you can stabilize yourself, giving you better overall balance that you’ll be grateful for in years to come. It builds your bones. Because walking is a weight-bearing exercise (that weight being you), it helps build bone mass, which can reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis. It unclogs your veins. Walking contracts your leg muscles, which in turn lowers your risk of developing deep-vein thrombosis (a type of blood clot in the legs) by pumping blood back toward your heart. Article Courtesy of: www.mindful.sodexo.com
DEVELOPMENT
Allison Cuthie, Associate Director of Development
RESERVE THE DATE
DONOR A DV ISED FU N D EDUCATIONA L SESSION Thursday, March 22, 9:30am, Concord Room Please register in advance at Resident Services
Donor Advised Funds are the fastest growing charitable giving vehicle in the US because of their simple, tax-efficient way to get cash and appreciate assets to your favorite charities. This is your opportunity to learn if this is something that could be beneficial to you.
GUEST SPEAKERS
Thom as E. T a lbott, CFP Certified Kingdom Advisor, Stewardship Advisors
N icole Sh i ngle, CGPA , CA P Regional Director, Everence
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 • 6:30 p.m. Ephrata Borough Office
124 South State Street • Ephrata, PA 17522
Wednesday, March 21, 2018 • 6:30 p.m. Garden Spot Village Chapel
433 South Kinzer Avenue • New Holland, PA 17557
Dear Friends: In order to stay connected with the people of the 36th Senatorial District, I host regular Town Hall meetings to discuss the issues that are most important to Lancaster County communities. I encourage your attendance and participation at this informal session, and I look forward to meeting you and getting your input on local and state issues. If interested in attending, please contact my office at (717) 627-0036. Sincerely,
senatoraument.com
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DINING SERVICES
Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager
St. Patrick’s Day Menu Harvest Table and TDR Special Features – March 17
Brunch for Lunch Simmer Chefs Table
Corned Beef and Hash with Fried Eggs, and Fruit Salad Creamy Rueben Soup Corned Beef and Stewed Cabbage
Traditional Braised Corn Beef served with Boiled Cabbage
Tender Ground Beef, Onions, Peas & Carrots in Rich Gravy layered with Mashed Potatoes
Smoked Sausage served with Mashed Red Bliss Potatoes and Guinness Braised Onions
Traditional Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage
Shepherd’s Pie
Bangers and Mashed Potatoes Roasted Irish Salmon Steamed Peas Colcannon Potatoes Irish Soda Bread
Desserts
Irish Apple Cake - Custard Sauce Irish Potatoes
Mindful Taste & Learn with Chef Anthony Biscanti & Dietitian Tara Phillips
TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2PM AT THE HARVEST TABLE TOPIC: The Value of Basic Foods—Utilizing Simple Ingredients
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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.
Handi*Camp Supply Collection March 1-31
SERVING LUNCH AT
Water Street Ministries Lancaster, PA 10:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby. Six servers/bussers needed per visit.
Please join us as we collect camp supplies for Handi*Camp, a ministry of Handi*Vangelism Ministries International. Handi*Camp seeks to provide a carefully planned, overnight camping experience uniquely designed to meet the physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual needs of people with disabilities. Supplies needed for 2018 include pump soaps, cleaning products like Comet, aerosol disinfectant sprays and multi-surface cleaners like Lysol, bug repellent, inexpensive bed pillows, thick Crayola markers and construction paper. Place donations in the collection barrel in the Apartment Suites Lobby. To learn more about Handi*Camp: www.hvmi.org/handi-camp For more information, please contact Life Enrichment (6007).
2018 MONTHLY VISITS: • 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)
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LIFE ENRICHMENT **Sign up at the Village Square Resident Services. MARCH 1 & 15, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel
Come to Coffee & Conversation and hear about the many goings on, as some people say. Comments and questions are always welcome.
MARCH 1, THURSDAY **Dine Around the World 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
MARCH 1, THURSDAY Speaker Series 7pm, Garden Towers See page 7 for details.
MARCH 2, FRIDAY & MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY **Mall Shopping 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby
MARCH 11, SUNDAY Campus Chorale 2pm, Chapel
Courtesy of WellSpan Home Health, a nurse visits GSV, weekly, in order to provide non-emergency medical answers and blood pressure checks. No appointment necessary.
Music students from Lancaster Mennonite School bring their Spring Tour to Garden Spot Village. This tlented group of young people wishes to share the musical message of hope, joy, peace and love.
MARCH 6, TUESDAY Frontier Communication 9-11am, GSV Library
MARCH 13, TUESDAY **American Treasures Tour 9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Tiffany Stogoski, GSV’s Frontier representative, will be present the first Tuesday of each month from 10-11am in order to accept resident Frontier payments, make account adjustments, or answer any Frontier billing questions. A secure Frontier payment drop-box is available, 9-11am.
MARCH 6, TUESDAY Culture Class 10am, Theater
MARCH 2, FRIDAY **PA Garden Show of York 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby MARCH 3, SATURDAY National Anthem Day
MARCH 6, TUESDAY WellSpan Health Talk 7pm, Chapel
See page 20 for details.
Today we celebrate our National Anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, written by Francis Scott Key and recognized as the national anthem by a congressional resolution on March 3, 1931. Feel free to sing it aloud, as the spirit moves!
MARCH 5, MONDAY **Phila Flower Show 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
MARCH 5, MONDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel
Semper Fidelis or Semper Fi… what does the US Marine Corps motto have to do with a Hymn Sing? Come to the Hymn Sing and find out as Dale Fox leads.
MARCH 6, TUESDAY **Trip Sign-up 8am, Theater
See page 20 for details.
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MARCH 6, 13, 20 & 27, TUESDAY Ask-a-Nurse & Blood Pressure Check 8:30-10:30am Gardens South Health Center
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 of South Korea.
See page 20 for details.
Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment
See page 17 for details.
MARCH 7, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast 7:30am, Yoders Restaurant
Ride the GSV bus departing Apartment Suites Lobby, 7:20am or drive on own. Breakfast cost on own.
MARCH 7, WEDNESDAY Book Club 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room See page 18 for details.
MARCH 9, FRIDAY & MARCH 24, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room
Someone hollers BINGO! They’re the winner. Great fun and great prizes at only $1pp to play.
See page 20 for details.
MARCH 14, WEDNESDAY **Penn Cinema & Metropolitan Opera 12pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
MARCH 15, THURSDAY New Holland Area Historical Society 7pm, Chapel See page 18 for details.
MARCH 16, FRIDAY & MARCH 20, TUESDAY **Lunch Bunch 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
MARCH 16, APRIL 2 & MAY 18 **Lancaster Community Concert Series 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby. See page 20 for details.
MARCH 17, SATURDAY GSHS Travelogue 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Topic: The Promised Land: Adventures in the Middle East. Travel Adventure Cinema Series courtesy of NH Kiwanis Club. Cost: Purchase tickets at the door. Free GSV shuttle. Sign up is not required.
MARCH 17, SATURDAY Saturday Evening Concert Series 7pm, Chapel See page 15 for details.
MARCH 19, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel
Another boring meeting? Towne Meeting certainly is not! Come to hear the latest Village updates.
LIFE ENRICHMENT CONTINUED MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY
Resident Variety Show 2pm, Chapel
What does a person experience when they visit Garden Spot Village for the first time? Who do they meet? What goes on here? Come to the Resident Variety Show to take a comical look at life at GSV. Laugh along with your friends as they portray daily life, both serious and hilarious!
MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY Senator Aument Town Hall 6:30-7:30pm, Chapel See page 3 for details.
MARCH 27, TUESDAY **Ladies to Lunch 11:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby
G A R D EN
S P E A K ER S S ER I E S 7PM | 1ST THURSDAY | GARDEN TOWERS FREE TO GSV RESIDENTS
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.
MARCH 1 Remembering Carnival Glass Aaron Hurst
See page 20 for details.
MARCH 28, WEDNESDAY Crossroads Mennonite School 10am, Chapel
Come encurage young students in their musical endeavers.
S P O T V I LL AG E
APRIL 5 Educating the Young Ones Dawn Ranck, NH Early Learning Center
MAY 3 My Life Story Judy Rettew and Anne Knepley
JUNE 7 Big Spring Farm Days Lewis Leid, Swiss Pioneer Preservation Assoc.
What’s New on GSV-TV, Channel 956 in March MORNING MOVIES… 8AM
MONDAYS: Gaithers; Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music. (90 min.)
CHANNEL 956
WEDNESDAYS: Daniel O’Donnell; journey through breathtaking Ireland as Daniel O’Donnell shares the sights and sounds of his homeland. In addition to Irish tunes, Daniel also sings an array of country and traditional pop. (60-90 min.)
MARCH FUN FEATURE: OPTICAL ILLUSIONS Optical Illusions returns to GSV-TV. Enjoy a variety of fun challenges while building brain power at the same time. Watch channel 956 for a daily Optical Illusion.
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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MARCH 3
Hunting & Fishing Show
Lancaster Farm & Home Center www.farmandhomecenter.com
MARCH 9
Gordonville Mud Sale Gordonville Fire Co www.gordonvillefc.com
MARCH 9-11
Lancaster Roots & Blues Festival www.lancasterrootsandblues.com
MARCH 15
Farmersville Mud Sale Farmersville Fire Co 717.354.5841
MARCH 21-24
AQS Quilt Week Show
Lancaster Convention Center www.quiltweek.com/locations/lancaster
MARCH 27
CrossNet Ministries Banquet Shady Maple Banquet Center www.elancocross.org
IN THE THEATER MARCH 2 & 9, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Theater
Feature: Same Kind of Different as Me “We are all homeless – just workin’ our way home.” These
words are aptly spoken by Denver Moore, who enters the film The Same Kind of Different as Me as a very disturbed homeless man. A true story of Ron and Deborah Hall’s journey. PG-13 / 1hr 59min / Drama / 2017
MARCH 5 & 19 , MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater
Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen featuring: (3/5) The 20 Anniversary TV Special of Jack Benny. (3/19) Tour the International Space Station, enjoy Archie Bunker’s stay in the hospital, listen to Dean Martin, Jack Benny and more.
MARCH 16 & 23, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Theater
Feature: Chicago A big screen version of the Broadway musical … Murderess nightclub performers, Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart, find themselves on death row together and fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows in 1920s Chicago. A realistic portrayal of the public’s flamboyant preoccupation with greed, celebrity and casual morals that lead to the fleeting nature of fame. PG 13 / 1hr 53min / Comedy, Crime, Musical / 2003 / Language, Suggestive Dancing
MARCH 20, TUESDAY Planet Earth, 2pm & 7pm, Theater
Planet Earth, an epic series celebrating the Earth as never before. This stunning experience captures rare action, impossible locations and intimate moments with our planet’s creatures. Topic: Caves, Deserts and Ice Worlds NR / 150min / BBC Natural History Series / 2007
MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater
Feature: Driving Miss Daisy In 1948, the son of an elderly Southern matron hires a chauffeur for
his mother. And over the next 25 years, the relationship between the matron and the chauffeur blossoms into one of respect and friendship as the civil-rights movement brings changes to the old South. PG / 1h 39min / Drama / 1990
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MARKETING
Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer
COMMUNITY, PURPOSE AND OPPORTUNITIES ARE WORDS YOU HEAR A LOT AROUND GARDEN SPOT. These words are very important to everyone because they contribute to a more fulfilling life. Garden Spot has been fostering opportunities to live with purpose for a long time. One of the reasons I know that is because you (residents) tell me you experience it and you share those experiences with others. During a recent survey, after visiting, people were asked a variety of questions about their visit and experience. The one item that was cited 100% of the time, as a positive motivating factor, was interaction with staff and residents. The researcher commented, during the review, that people emphasized “positive interactions with residents that left them feeling connected and inclined towards the organization.” The researcher was amazed at how highly people spoke about you (residents). It’s always nice to hear that type of thing and I thought I’d pass it along.
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.
March Endeavor: Highlighting the Happenings of Garden Spot Village WATCH NOW: www.gsvnet.org/media
R E C EN T
A Destination Magazine Short Film about Swipe Out Hunger
B L O G
WATCH NOW: gsvnet.org/5oeVj9
P O S T S
MY FRIEND MIKE Written by Art Petrosemolo
When I lived in Lancaster County in the early seventies, occasionally an Amish farmer would drive down Louise Avenue in Grandview Heights selling produce. Like most tourists, we interacted or saw members of Plain families only when we were east of Lancaster city in Intercourse, Bird-in-Hand and Paradise...
NEW HOLLAND AUTO SHUTTLE CONVERSATIONS Written by Scott Miller
At 7:00 in the morning I dropped off our car at New Holland Auto for a free oil change and checkup. The “maintenance” light was on. New Holland Auto runs a shuttle to Garden Spot Village for its customers and...
Only 3 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 UPCOMING DATES: TUESDAY, MARCH 20 THURSDAY, APRIL 26 *WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 WEDNESDAY, MAY 23
Check-in: 10-10:30am Presentation: 10:30am-12pm Lunch: 12-1pm Tour: After Lunch Get details & register at: www.gsvnet.org/looknlearn *GSV After Work
Read more at: www.gsvnet.org/blog
5:30pm to 7:30pm
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5 Worship Service 10am / C Rev Jack Estep Lenten Service 7pm / C
11 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS Worship Service 10am / C Pastor Chet Yoder Campus Chorale 2pm / C
8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 9:30 Phila Flower Show** 1:00 Library Mtg GWCR 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR 7:00 Hymn Sing C 12 8:00 Prayer Mtg 9:00 Apt Council 9:30 Handbells 10:00 Caregivers 1:00 Library Mtg 2:30 LEFS Mtg 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun
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Lanten Service 7pm / C 18 Worship Service 10am / C Marian Harnish
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Lenten Service 7pm / C
25 PALM SUNDAY Worship Service 10am / C Pastor Chet Yoder Lenten Service 7pm / C
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6 TRIP SIGN-UP DAY 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9-11 Frontier L 10:00 Culture Class T 7:00 WellSpan Health Talk C GAME NIGHT 13 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 Cottage Council BR 9:00 Global Missions GWCR 9:00 American Treasures** 1:30 Train Club GWCR 2:00 Mindful HT
7:30 Ladies Brea 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 10:00 Living w/L 1:00 Crafts 2:00 Book Club 3:30 Light. Side P 6:30 Pinochle 7:00 Bible Study 14 9:00 GSV Quilter 10-11 Computer 12:00 Penn Oper 1:00 Crafts 6:30 Pinochle 7:00 Bible Study
GAME NIGHT 20 SPRING BEGINS | LOOK & LEARN 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 The Bible Mini-series T 11:00 Lunch Bunch** 2 & 7 Planet Earth T
GAME NIGHT 26 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 1-3 Refresh Fashion Show VP 2:00 Parkinson’s T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR
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27 8:00 Women Alone Concord 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 The Bible Mini-series T 11:30 Ladies to Lunch** 2:00 Sudoku GSCR 7:00 Sacred Movie C GAME NIGHT
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8:30 Act. Comm. GSCR 9:30 Village Voices GT 10 & 2 & 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 7:00 Bingo GWCR
15 7:30 Men’s Breakfast 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 10:00 Is There Heaven GT 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 1:45 Knitting Cluster GSCR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR 7:00 NH Hist Society C
16 9:30 Village Voices GT 9:30 Woodshop Mtg. 10 & 2 & 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 11:00 Lunch Bunch** 6:30 Lanc Comm Concert**
17 ST PATRICK’S DAY
22 9:00 Computer Club BR 9:30 Donor Fund Session** 10:00 Bible Study/Merv GSCR 10:00 Is There Heaven GT 11:00 Art Guild T 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 1:45 Knitting Cluster GSCR 2:00 Card Class AS 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR
23 9:30 Village Voices GT 10 & 2 & 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 10:15 Water Street
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30 GOOD FRIDAY 1:30 Good Friday Service
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PASTORAL SERVICES Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services WORSHIP SCHEDULE MARCH 4
Message: Rev. Jack Estep Music: Chapel Quartet
MARCH 11
Message: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Ladies Trio
UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS
MARCH 1, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room
Breakfast and conversation for all widowed and single men at GSV. Walt Eppenheimer will share his life story.
MARCH 18
MARCH 1, THURSDAY Sally Mittelstadt Bible Study 10am, Garden Towers
MARCH 25
MARCH 1, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room
Message: Marian Harnish, Associate Chaplain Mission Minute: Jason & Barb Henry
Message: Pastor Chet Yoder Communion Music: Dale Fox
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
Topic: Trusting God In Turbulent Times, concludes today
A time for intercession and praise for specific prayer needs and answers
MARCH 4, 11, 18, 25, SUNDAY Lenten Speaker Series 7pm, Chapel
Theme: God’s Salvation. Speakers: Dr. Mark Wenger (3/4); Bishop Ronald Gainer (3/11); Dr. David Dippold (3/18); Fr. Canon Mark Scheneman (3/25)
MARCH 7 & 21, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room Conversation for all men about spiritual topics. Presenters: (3/7) Mike Cormany (3/21) Ken Martin
MARCH 7, 14, 21 & 28, WEDNESDAY Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7pm, Garden Towers Lessons from Old Testament Characters: Daniel & Esther
MARCH 8 & 22, THURSDAY Merv Horst Bible Study 10am, Gardens South Conference Room Topic: Essential for Interpreting Scripture
MARCH 8, 15, 22 & 29, THURSDAY David Jeremiah DVD 10am, Garden Towers Topic: Is There A Heaven? All are welcome to attend.
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MARCH 10, SATURDAY **Women’s Retreat 9:30am-2pm, Chapel
Women’s Retreat details: Special Guest, Ruthie Dunkle, a local Manheim speaker and musician, will lead us during the day in order to find… Ah, Yes, Sweet Contentment! Lunch will be on your own at any GSV venue. Always, our GSV women’s retreat fills us with hope and laughter, pouring fresh courage into our hearts. Bring a friend. All women are invited. Cost: Free Sign-up at Resident Services began February 15.
MARCH 20–JUNE 12, TUESDAYS The Bible 9-10am, Theater
The Bible is a television mini-series based on the Bible. An adaptation of Bible stories that changed our world, it endeavors to stay true to the spirit of the Book. Led by Don Robbins and Eun Hee Jang.
MARCH 27, TUESDAY Women Alone Breakfast 8am, Concord Room
Breakfast & Conversation Topic: Thinking Forward with Hope The Women Alone group is changing its event time and place. If you are new to GSV, widows are invited to gather for fellowship. Monthly, we will gather in the Concord Room, each 4th Tuesday. Breakfast included, 8-9am.
MARCH 30, FRIDAY ELANCO Community Good Friday Service 1:30pm, Chapel
Theme: The 7 Last Words of Christ on the Cross. Music & Messages.
If you love spending time helping others, working with your hands and making new friends, join Garden Spot Village as we travel with purpose to
TARBORO NORTH CAROLINA April 28-May 5
Hurricane Matthew wreaked havoc on eastern North Carolina in October 2016. A team of residents and staff from Garden Spot Village and Mount Gretna United Methodist Church will travel to Tarboro in order to assist United Methodist Church Volunteers in Mission’s disaster recovery work there.
INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY?
Contact Linda Dodge at (6215) or Chet Yoder at (6203).
If you love spending time with children, sharing your faith and learning about different cultures, join Garden Spot Village as we travel with purpose to
KIJABE, KENYA September 28 thru October 9
MEET SHANTEL: A happy two-yearold, Shantel suffered very serious burns on her hands, legs and back when she was just one. Her mom learned about CURE from a women’s support group and brought her to CURE Kenya’s hospital in Kijabe for skin grafts. Between treatments her delightful giggle and smile warms the hearts of CURE staff and volunteers. Learn more about Shantel’s story here: gsvnet.org/fhcib3auno
Garden Spot Village provides opportunities for short-term trips with CURE International, a non-profit organization that brings healing to children with treatable conditions through surgical care and the life-changing message of God's love. This year we will travel to CURE Kenya’s hospital, located in Kijabe in the Rift Valley.
During the trip you will:
• Interact with children as they wait for surgery • Visit children who are recovering • Bless families with gifts of toys, school items, art supplies and more • Take an end-of-trip safari tour
Interested in this once in a lifetime opportunity?
Contact Marian Harnish at (6235) or mharnish@gardenspotvillage.org
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SOCIAL SERVICES Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS These groups offer 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
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.
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.
MARCH 26, MONDAY Parkinson’s Support Group – Caring and Coping 2pm, Theater
MARCH 7, WEDNESDAY Living with Loss Group – Help for People in Pain 10am, Board Room Tim & Kathy Sheetz of Handi*Vangelism Ministries International will discuss insights and ideas on understanding emotions and behaviors in order to help individuals cope with loss in their own lives and the lives of others. 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.
MARCH 8, THURSDAY Low Vision Support Group – I’d Rather Die than have Dry Eye 3pm, Garden Towers Special guest speaker, Dr. Andrews, Optometric Associates will present I’d Rather Die than have Dry Eye. 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.
MARCH 12, MONDAY Caregiver’s Support Group – Open Discussion 10am, Concord Room The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village co-sponsor a support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. In fulfilling participants request, we will have an Open Discussion this month. Bring your questions, concerns, and comments about caring for your loved one. We may not have all the answers, and we each have our own journey, but sharing our different experiences reminds us, we are more alike than different and that connection makes all the difference. 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).
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MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY Sharing with Supportive Friends 10:30am, Prayer and Meditation Room
Garden Spot Village Parkinson Support Group is a group for individuals and their family members living with Parkinson’s disease. We will gather as a whole group in the Theater for general announcements. Caregivers will then go to a separate room for their own discussion with facilitator, Lucille Stoltzfus. Those with Parkinson’s will remain in the Theater for a sharing time facilitated by Sherilyn Lapp. Come, be blessed, supported, and learn from others walking a similar journey. You are not alone! Free resources from the National Parkinson’s Foundation are available at the monthly meetings. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.
MARCH 27, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group – Fisher’s Amish Restaurant, Gordonville 11:30am, depart Village Square 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 Fisher’s Amish Restaurant in Gordonville. 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.
APRIL 12, THURSDAY Essential Tremor Support Group 10am, Board Room Special Speaker: Dr Sol De Jesus, Neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist at Penn State Hershey Medical Center Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to join us! Dr DeJesus will present information about the latest options available in order to treat Essential Tremors and will also share benefits for having a movement disorder specialist as part of your care team. She is a dynamic and engaging speaker, involved in recent research and care options. This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.
SOCIAL SERVICES CONTINUED
You’re getting a new Medicare card!
Cards will be mailed between April 2018 – April 2019 You asked, and we listened. You’re getting a new Medicare card! Between April 2018 and April 2019, we’ll be removing Social Security numbers from Medicare cards and mailing each person a new card. This will help keep your information more secure and help protect your identity. You’ll get a new Medicare Number that’s unique to you, and it will only be used for your Medicare coverage. The new card won’t change your coverage or benefits. You’ll get more information from Medicare when your new card is mailed.
Here’s how you can get ready:
You’re getting a new Medicare card!
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Here’s how you can get ready:
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CONCERTS WILL BE HELD 1:30-2:30PM IN THE GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE CHAPEL.
Sign up is not required for GSV residents. Public welcome. Public may register by calling 717.355.6000. Donations accepted at the door.
SATURDAY EVENING 7pm | GSV CHAPEL MAR 17
Doug Wimer, organ
APR 21
Forty Niners Chorus
CONCERT SERIES
Public Invited Donations Accepted at the Door Schedule Subject to Change
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WELLNESS THE WELLNESS WHEEL HIGHLIGHT FOR MARCH IS FAITH
WHAT IS FAITH? Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. (Hebrews 11:1). Thus, in biblical language, faith is a living trust— an assurance—that stretches from man to God. In other words, the reality and steadfastness of God makes our faith possible. Furthermore, faith is the assurance that God’s promises will never fail, even if sometimes we do not experience their fulfillment in our human existence. Hebrews 11 underscores the fact that we trust God in order to fulfill his promises for the future (the unseen) based upon what he has already fulfilled in the past. Thus, our faith is not blind, but based squarely upon God’s proven faithfulness. Faith is not to be confused with mere knowledge. Millions worldwide have experienced the ministry of Billy Graham. They have heard him proclaim the good news on television and yet do not believe that his message corresponds with their reality. Thus, they have the knowledge that it takes to be saved but do not have saving faith. Others hear the message, agree that it corresponds with their reality, but due to the hardness of their hearts, do not bow. Rather, like the demons, they continue to live in fearful anticipation of the judgment to come (James 2:19). Some, however, have what Scripture describes as genuine justifying faith—a faith that not only knows about the gospel and agrees that its content corresponds to reality, but a faith by which they are transformed.
Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness
WELLNESS HIGHLIGHT: NEW PROGRAM
Morning Stretch Flow THURSDAYS 8AM, FITNESS ROOM Stretch, strengthen and soothe your spine by stretching headto-toe. Balance and flexibility are integral in order to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. This class will take you through a series of basic stretches that will help improve your posture, balance, body alignment, flexibility and strength. This class incorporates a combination of strengthening postures that engage the back and core muscles.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS…
MARCH 13, TUESDAY, 2pm, Harvest Table Mindful Taste & Learn: The Value of Basic Foods MARCH 27, TUESDAY, 7pm, Chapel Faith Month Feature: Sight & Sound presents Moses APRIL 13, FRIDAY, 6pm, Outdoor Pavilion Kids Marathon, Marathon Pasta Dinner & Expo APRIL 14, SATURDAY, 6:30am - 2pm, Outdoor Pavilion Area Marathon APRIL 24, TUESDAY, Village Park Cardboard Boat Regatta Display Vote for your favorite. APRIL 25, WEDNESDAY, 2pm, Pool & Chapel Cardboard Boat Regatta
MARATHON VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED This year’s Garden Spot Village Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 14.
MORE VOLUNTEERS
ARE ALWAYS NEEDED! If you are interested, or if you know of an individual or group who would like to participate in this exciting event, please contact Deborah Fast in Volunteer Services (6204) or Pat Frankel (6390) who play key roles in Marathon volunteer recruitment and organizing.
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VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services
Fashion Show Introducing New Local Products MONDAY, MARCH 26 1-3 PM, VILLAGE PARK
Exciting new spring merchandise! Fashion Show with stunning ensembles shown by talented “local” models! Personal styling offered, with many new fashion items, handbags, jewelry and accessories available for purchase. ALL ARE WELCOME! Cash, check, credit or prox card.
As of February 20, we have introduced exciting new local products in Refresh Gifts & Essentials! DAIRY ITEMS FROM KREIDER FARMS SEPTEMBER FARM CHEESES
COLD AND READY-TO-HEAT LANCASTER COUNTY FAVORITES FROM FISHER’S HOMESTYLE SALADS
WellSpan HealthTalks
Your goal is better health. We’ll help you get there. What is Anterior Hip Replacement? Tuesday, March 6, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
The Chapel at Garden Spot Village 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland Speaker: Thomas Renz, DO, Lancaster Orthopedic Group Cost: FREE Hip pain and arthritis can make everyday activities difficult. Join Dr. Thomas Renz, an orthopedic surgeon, as he
explains anterior hip replacement, its benefits and how it differs from total hip replacement.
Ephrata Community Hospital Registration is required for these FREE health talks. Please call (855) 237-4222. WellSpan.org
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EXPLORE SOMETHING NEW...
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE
MAIN STREET ART GALLERY MARCH 1-31
The Main Street Art Gallery; a month-long display featuring GSV resident artwork. Theme: This month we honor the memories of many talented artists who have lived at Garden Spot Village.
SPEAKER SERIES
MARCH 1, 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. March Guest Speaker: Aaron Hurst Topic: Remembering Carnival Glass
CULTURE CLASS WITH EUN HEE JANG MARCH 6, 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 of South Korea.
WELLSPAN HEALTH TALK
MARCH 6, THURSDAY, 7PM, CHAPEL See page 17 for details.
GSV BOOK CLUB
MARCH 7, WEDNESDAY, 2PM GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM
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. Topic: Interaction between Amish & English
COMPUTER HELP
MARCH 14 & 28, WEDNESDAY 10-11AM, GSV LIBRARY
Computer Help: A friendly, relaxed, informal gathering to address all skill levels. Some folks come to observe and some to participate. Many are beginners; others come to find out what they don’t know. All are welcome!
**PENN CINEMA & METROPOLITAN OPERA
MARCH 14, WEDNESDAY 12PM DEPART APARTMENT SUITES LOBBY APPROXIMATE RETURN, 5PM
Penn Cinema, Lancaster, presents The Metropolitan Opera Series, encore performances, live in HD. Opera: (3/14) Semiramide Cost: $25pp includes Opera encore & transportation. Sign up at Resident services
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NEW HOLLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MARCH 15, THURSDAY, 7PM, CHAPEL
Courtesy of the NH Area Historical Society, this monthly program is for members and non-members alike. Topic: Eyes Aloft Lancaster County; local air raid post and civilian volunteers during WWII as presented by Brett Snyder.
PLANET EARTH NATURE SERIES
MARCH 20, TUESDAY, 2PM & 7PM, THEATER See page 8 for details.
SENATOR AUMENT TOWN HALL
MARCH 21, WEDNESDAY, 6:30-7:30PM, CHAPEL See page 3 for details.
ART TALK
MARCH 22, THURSDAY, 11AM, THEATER
Topic: Herb Ryman… the man who designed what Walt Disney imagined The GSV Art Guild and Win Reber present the story of Herbert Ryman, the man who drew what Walt Disney dreamed. Disney wanted to build a new kind of theme park and Ryman created the drawings resulting in funding that dream. Come and learn about this amazing artist, designer and natural teacher. All residents are welcome to attend.
**IRIS FOLDING CARD CLASS
MARCH 22, THURSDAY, 2PM, ART STUDIO
Marie Diehl offers a brand new Iris Folding Card Class. Beginners and advance welcome. Bring a scissors. Cost: $3pp Sign up at Resident Services.
**COMPUTER CLASS OVERDRIVE REVIEW
MARCH 28, WEDNESDAY, 10-11AM, GSV LIBRARY (SIGN UP BEGINS MARCH 6) If you have a Kindle, Tablet or iPad, did you know you can download books to read from your local Library free of charge? Come learn how it’s done. Cost: Free courtesy of the ELANCO Library Sign up at Resident Services.
**PAINT PARTIES
MARCH 29, THURSDAY, 6:30PM, VILLAGE PARK Theme: Spring Robins Nest Beginners welcome! Bring family and friends. Sample on display at the Life Enrichment office. Cost: $30pp includes Paint Party supplies, instruction and specialty Starbucks beverage. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 4, WEDNESDAY **SANDY COVE SEASONED CITIZENS DAY 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4pm (Sign up begins March 6)
At Sandy Cove, seniors are affectionately called Seasoned Citizens. Seasoned Citizens Day is a day planned for you, with the music you love, a delightful lunch and an inspiring Biblical message. Special Guests: Theater for the Thirsty presents A Kingdom Tale, a passionate, moving and frequently hilarious musical based upon the life and psalms of King David. Musical Guest: Brenten Megee, musical artist. Born with Autism, Brenten graduated from Lancaster Bible College with a Bachelor Degree in Biblical Studies and Vocal Performance and a Master’s Degree in vocal performance from West Chester University. Cost: $25pp includes program, lunch and transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 5, THURSDAY **LANCASTER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby (Sign up begins March 6)
Lancaster Symphony Orchestra welcomes you to an Open Rehearsal for senior groups and home schoolers. Cost: $5pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 8, SUNDAY **NEW HOLLAND BAND 1:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby (Sign up begins March 6)
Join the New Holland Band as it opens the 2018 season with Celebrating America. Featured this year will be National Parks & Marches. Cost: $5pp transportation. Purchase concert tickets on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 11, WEDNESDAY **TWIN VALLEY BREAKFAST & MUSICAL 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 12noon (Sign up begins March 6)
Twin Valley High School proudly presents the Disney Musical Tarzan. You are invited to a special senior citizen preview, including performance and a full breakfast. Cost: $10pp includes show, breakfast and transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 11, WEDNESDAY **PARCR 8:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4pm (Sign up begins March 6)
The quarterly meeting of Pennsylvania Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR) will take place at Brethren Village, Lititz. GSV residents are welcome to attend. Cost: $10pp payable at PARCR for lunch $5pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 27, FRIDAY **PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA & KIMMEL CENTER 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8pm (Sign up began 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, 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. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 8, TUESDAY **ANNAPOLIS, MD 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 7:30pm (Sign up began February 6)
Explore Annapolis with a guided 1hr+ walking tour through the US Naval Academy. Board the coach for a guided tour of the Historic District. Enjoy lunch aboard the Harbor Queen while cruising the Annapolis Harbor. Refer to the Travel in Style with GSV brochure for additional information. Cost: $121pp includes motorcoach transportation, Harbor Cruise, US Naval Academy walking tour, step-on guide and all gratuities. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 17, THURSDAY AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE 1-DAY REFRESHER COURSE
Proof of previous course completion required
MAY 21, MONDAY & MAY 22, TUESDAY 2-DAY INTRODUCTION TO DRIVER SAFETY
Both classes will be held 9am-1pm, Garden Towers Drivers, age 50+, can learn defensive driving techniques as driving has changed quite a bit since you received your license. Contact your insurance agent regarding possible discount upon completion of this course. Please bring driver’s license to class. Public welcome. Cost: $15pp AARP members / $20pp non-members. Make checks payable to AARP. Please note, this course will NOT be billed to your GSV account. Payment is required at class. Sign up at Resident Services.
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LIFE ENRICHMENT MARCH 2018 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! TUESDAY, MARCH 6
TRIP SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater
MARCH 1, THURSDAY **DINE AROUND THE WORLD 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm Dine Around the World returns to GSV. Grab your passport (optional) and join the excursion. We’ll visit unique ethnic restaurants and experience flavors new and different. March: Awash Ethiopian Cuisine, Lancaster Cost: $5pp transportation. Meal cost on own. Seating is limited. Sign up at Resident Services.
MARCH 2, FRIDAY & 21, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm
Whether you people-watch or bargain shop, the Mall is for you. Travel with GSV to: (3/2) Park City & (3/21) Berkshire Mall Cost: $5pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.
MARCH 2, FRIDAY **PAGSY: PENNSYLVANIA GARDEN SHOW OF YORK 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4pm (Sign up began February 6)
Just Imagine, is the 2018 PAGSY theme. Imagine local florists, gardening beneficial to your health, a moonlight stroll, and more. All are a part of the PA Garden Show on display at the York Expo Center, a smaller, more intimate garden show. Wear walking shoes. Seating and lunch vendors on site. Cost: $12pp includes admission and transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
MARCH 5, MONDAY **PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm (Sign up began February 6)
MARCH 16, FRIDAY & MARCH 20, TUESDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins March 6)
Travel with Garden Spot Village to the world’s largest indoor flower show, the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show. Celebrate the 2018 theme, Wonders of Water, with horticulture and hands-on demonstrations, marketplace shopping and amazing floral beauty. Purchase tickets on-your-own at GIANT Grocery Stores, via www.theflowershow.com or in-person at the door. Comfortable walking shoes suggested. Cost: $5pp transportation. Admission tickets on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
Plain & Fancy Farm, Bird-in-Hand, famous for the family style Lancaster County dining now offers a new type of dining – Smokehouse BBQ. Featuring authentic American BBQ and sauces, a new, fun dining experience. Cost: $5pp transportation. Menu dining. Cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
MARCH 13, TUESDAY **AMERICAN TREASURES TOUR 9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm. (Sign up began February 6)
Lancaster Community Concert Association season ticket holders are invited to sign up for GSV transportation. If you are unable to attend, please call Resident Services (6000) so that others may ride in your place. Cost: $5pp GSV transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
Philadelphia Magazine calls the American Treasure Tour, Oaks, PA, the Best Weird Museum of 2017. Come and see why. The huge collection features music boxes, antique cars, vintage signs, animated Macy’s window displays, dollhouses, and more. The question might really be, what isn’t on display. Though there is much to see, do not worry, a tram provides transportation through the entire collection. Cost: $42pp includes admission, on-site lunch & transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
MARCH 14 & APRIL 4 & APRIL 18, WEDNESDAYS **PENN CINEMA & METROPOLITAN OPERA 12pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm Penn Cinema, Lancaster, presents The Metropolitan Opera Series, encore performances, live in HD. Opera: (3/14) Semiramide (4/04) Cosi Fan Tutte (4/18) Luisa Miller Cost: $25pp includes Opera encore & transportation. Sign up at Resident services
MARCH 16, APRIL 2 & MAY 18 **LANCASTER COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby. (Sign up began July 5)
MARCH 27, TUESDAY **LADIES TO LUNCH (Sign up began February 6) 11:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby
**Note dining location change** Ladies to Lunch will travel to Arthur’s at Eden Resort. Arthur’s, offering bountiful servings or light bites in a lovely gardenthemed eatery. GSV women are invited to Live, Laugh, Eat! Cost: $5pp transportation. Menu Dining. Cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.