Garden Variety Vol 10 Issue 9 September 2018

September 2018

A Publication of Garden Spot Village

Volume 10 Issue 9

Pequea Valley Marching Band Practice

Tuesday, September 25 6-7pm / Pavilion See page 7 for details.

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Savor the Taste of Fall Table of Contents Refresh Coffee Bar Ad 2 Around Town 2 Development 3 Dining Services 4 Swipe Out Hunger 5 September Fest 5 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 www.mygsv.org 7 In the Theater 8 Marketing 9 September Calendar 10 Pastoral Services 12 CrossNet Garden Gala Ad 12 Musical Memories 13 Titanic 13 Social Services 14 Personal Care Bake-Off 15 Wellness 16 Volunteer Services 17 Explore Something New...

18 Glow Party Ad 18 Speaker Series 19 Event Sign-Ups 20 GSV TV - Channel 956 20

NEW

Maple Pecan Latte

Cran-Apple Crumble Muffin

AUG 31 - SEPT 2

Longs Park Arts Festival

www.longspark.org/art-festival

SEPT 1 & 3

Hospice & Community Care Auction www.labordayauction.org

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, Sierra Force ILLUSTRATIONS

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SEPT 11 – 15

Denver Fair

www.thedenverfair.com

SEPT 19 – 21

Solanco Fair

www.solancofair.com

SEPT 22

Museum Day Live!

www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-day-2018

SEPT 25 – 29

Ephrata Fair

www.ephratafair.org

OCT 3 – 6

New Holland Farmers Fair www.newhollandfair.org

FOR MORE LANCASTER COUNTY EVENTS: WWW.DISCOVERLANCASTER.COM

DEVELOPMENT

Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development

EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS PLANNED FOR SEPTEMBER Donor Advised Fund Educational Session MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 9:30 - 10:30AM, CONCORD ROOM

A Donor Advised Fund is the fastest growing charitable giving vehicle in the USA because of its simple, tax-efficient way to get cash and appreciated assets to your favorite charities. This is your opportunity to learn if this is something that could be beneficial to you, particularly with the tax changes this year.

Guest Speakers: Thomas E. Talbott, CFP, Certified Kingdom Advisor Stewardship Advisors

Nicole Shingle, CGPA, CAP Regional Director, Everence Register at Resident Services by Tuesday, September 18.

Preplanning for The End of Life Educational Session THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2018, 9:30 TO 11AM, CHAPEL

Please join us for this educational program that will give you helpful information to discuss with family members. More than 300 residents have participated in previous sessions that were offered and feedback has been positive.

Losing a loved one is difficult for all of us. Planning in advance can be very helpful.

Speakers:

Duane Tice: Resident Chet Yoder: Director of Pastoral Services Fred Groff: Groff High Eckenroth Funeral Home and Beck Funeral Home Linda Dodge: Director of Development

Register at Resident Services by Tuesday, September 18.

Cost: $5per individual/couple, includes a three-ring binder.

SHARE-A-MEAL IS BACK FOR FALL FESTIVAL

This year marks a decade of offering Share-A-Meal as a fundraiser for the Benevolent Fund. Residents host meals in their homes and offer tickets to be sold at the Fall Festival. Tickets go on sale at 8am in the Theater, but residents can often be found joking about how you have to get up pretty early to get an early spot. It has been noted that people arrive as early as 5:30am for an early shot at meals. Fall Festival will be held this year on Saturday, October 13, 2018.

A wonderful committee of residents and staff is working hard to plan Fall Festival, and we hope you might consider offering your cooking and hosting talents to benefit the Benevolent Fund. You can choose the amount of people to attend, the menu, and the date.

“Last year was my first hosting Share A Meal,” said resident Bill Hunter, “I didn’t know what to expect. It was a great experience. I would highly recommend everyone either host or attend a meal. It was a very enjoyable evening making memories.”

Past meal themes include: Shrimp Supreme, A Taste of England, Kansas Country Dinner, roast beef, salmon, and a modified Amish Wedding Feast! The events are a very much anticipated feature of Fall Festival.

Resident Carolyn Nemec remarked, “These meals are a fun, safe way for a single adult to go out to dinner for a reasonable cost. I have had a brand new resident call to ask if she could host a meal as she attended one before moving here; she was very impressed and wanted to be part of this fun event.”

If you would also like to be part of this fun event as a meal host, please contact Allison Cuthie (6153), or acuthie@gardenspotvillage.org.

FALL FESTIVAL LAST COLLECTION DATE FOR THE SILENT AUCTION:

Collection tables will be outside the Administrative Offices on:

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 9AM – 12PM *Collecting NEW items that can be used to make up gift baskets, such as: Kitchen utensils, books, stationery, napkins, etc. *Collecting: HANDCRAFTED Items for the Silent Auction, such as: wall-hangings, knitting, paintings, small wooden items, etc.

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DINING SERVICES

Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager

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

Tuesday, September 11, 2pm at the Harvest Table TOPIC: PREPARING HEALTHY FOOD AT HOME

Join us for a Signature Dinner at the Terrace Dining Room Wednesday, September 26 | 5:30-7:30pm Starters

Mussels in a Beurre-Blanc Reduction Sauce

Soup

Classic New England Clam Chowder with Oyster Crackers

Entree

Fresh New England Lobster Half Lobster - 1 lb. / Whole Lobster – 2 lb. with Red Skin Potatoes, Lancaster County Corn on the Cob, Soft Dinner Roll

Dessert

Wild Maine Blueberry Pie

Take Away Mini Whoopie Pie

Half 1lb. Lobster Dinner $31 per person with GSV Meal Plan Discount | Regular price $36.48 per person Full 2lb. Lobster Dinner $51 per person with GSV Meal Plan Discount | Regular price $60 per person Reservations are required; call Resident Services (6000) | Entrée selection requested at time of reservation

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In an effort to give back to the local community, Garden Spot Village adopted the Swipe Out Hunger campaign in early 2017. By converting excess meal plan dollars or giving additional donations, Garden Spot Village staff and residents are welcome to swipe their cards and make cash/check donations in support of Swipe Out Hunger. This program is designed to fund a Community Meal for people seeking a hot meal and community socialization. The Community Meal takes place at CrossNet Youth Ministries Building on Franklin Street, the fourth Monday of each month.

Giving financial donations to Swipe Out Hunger supports this great program and sharing your time is also appreciated.

Contact Volunteer Services (6204) to volunteer your time or to receive additional information.

Garden Spot Village is the first retirement community to partner as a local chapter with Swipe Out Hunger, a trademarked, nonprofit national organization found on college campuses.

SERVING LUNCH AT

September Fest

Sunday, September 16 5-7pm, Pavilion

It’s oompah time with the Heidelberg Brass Band, birch beer, hot dogs and soft pretzel sticks. Enjoy the cool autumn weather at the outdoor Pavilion. Bring a dessert to share. Bring a comfortable lawn chair. But, most of all, bring a GSV friend or neighbor.

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.

Water Street Ministries Lancaster, PA 10:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby. Lunch servers and table bussers are needed each vist.

JOIN US ONE FRIDAY PER MONTH • September 28 • October 26 • November 30 • December 28 To volunteer, contact Life Enrichment (6007)

Water Street Ministries

WinterSeptember Clothing Drive 1 - 30 At Water Street Ministries, Lancaster, the purpose has remained the same since 1905: to advance the kingdom of God through the gospel of Jesus Christ and to do missionary relief and rescue of all kinds. To support that work, during the month of September we collect new and gently used winter clothing for men and women. SPECIFIC NEEDS INCLUDE: new pajamas, underwear and socks. Clothing sizes in L, XL, 2XL and 3XL especially appreciated. Place items in the wooden barrel next to the Post Office by the Apartment Suites Lobby.

To learn more about Water Street Ministries, visit wsm.org.

For more information, please contact Life Enrichment (6007).

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

SEPTEMBER 2, SUNDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel

It’s back to school time and this evening we’re Learning To Count with Hymn Sing leader, Dale Fox. Note change in date due to the Labor Day holiday.

SEPTEMBER 4, TUESDAY Frontier Communications 9-11am, GSV Library

In order to accept payment and answer questions, a Frontier representative will be present 10-11am, the first Tuesday, monthly. A secure Frontier payment drop-box will be available 9-11am.

SEPTEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY TRIP SIGN-UP 8am, Theater See page 20 for details.

SEPTEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast 8am, Yoders Restaurant

GSV Ladies, come for breakfast and fellowship. Bring a friend or neighbor.

Monthly, a special guest is invited from the community to share their story.

Guest: Meredith Dahl, CrossNet Ministries, New Holland. Ride the GSV shuttle departing the Apartment Suites Lobby at 7:45am or drive on your own. Breakfast cost on own.

SEPTEMBER 5, 6 & 7 Voter Registration Apartment Suites Lobby

Help with voter registration, change of address, absentee ballot application, change of political party and more, will be provided by the GSV Political Action Coalition. Sept 5 (1-3pm), Sept 6 (10:30am-1:30pm) and Sept 7 (10am-12noon).

SEPTEMBER 6 & 20, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel

Grab a cup of coffee and join the talk.

Questions and answers flow freely in this unique conversational platform.

All residents are welcome to attend.

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SEPTEMBER 6 & 27, THURSDAY **Dine Around The World 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.

SEPTEMBER 6, THURSDAY Speaker Series 7pm, Garden Towers See page 19 for details.

SEPTEMBER 7, FRIDAY & SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY **Mall Shopping 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm

GSV is happy to provide a mall shopping shuttle for those who need a bit more shopping opportunities than are available in New Holland. We’ll travel to Park City (9/7) and Exton Mall (9/19).

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services

SEPTEMBER 10, MONDAY **Cape May Whale Watching 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

SEPTEMBER 14, FRIDAY & SEPTEMBER 29, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room

That all-time favorite game – Bingo, it’s a big hit at GSV. Cost: $1pp.

SEPTEMBER 14, FRIDAY Personal Care Bake-Off 2pm, Chapel See page 15 for details.

SEPTEMBER 15, SATURDAY Servant Stage Co 7pm, Chapel

Servant Stage Company presents Titanic The Musical, a 1-hour preview.

Come aboard the ship of dreams in this Tony Award-winning Best Musical, a heart-stopping and riveting ride through the final moments of the Titanic’s fateful journey. Pay-whatyou-will donations accepted. Public welcome.

See page 20 for details.

SEPTEMBER 16, SUNDAY September Fest 5-7pm, Pavilion

SEPTEMBER 10, MONDAY & SEPTEMBER 28, FRIDAY **Lancaster Community Concert 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

SEPTEMBER 17, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel

See page 20 for details.

SEPTEMBER 10, MONDAY & SEPTEMBER 21, FRIDAY Glow Party 7-8pm, Pavilion See page 18 for details.

SEPTEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY **Allen Organ Co. 9:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.

SEPTEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY **Computer Class 10am, Gardens South Conference Room See page 18 for details.

SEPTEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY GSV Golf Outing Nine & Dine 3pm tee time / 6pm dinner Foxchase Golf Club

To participate, contact Hugh Dockeray (6868) or Annie McAbee (6760).

Registration closed 8/31.

See page 5 for details.

Come to Towne Meeting today and become immersed in all things Garden Spot Village.

SEPTEMBER 17, MONDAY IVEP Welcome Reception 3-4pm, Village Park

Join us in welcoming En Liang Lin, IVEPer to Garden Spot Village.

See page 7 for details.

SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY **AARP Refresher Course 9am-1pm, Garden Towers See page 19 for details.

SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY **Ladies to Lunch 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm See page 20 for details.

LIFE ENRICHMENT CONTINUED SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY BonWorth Fashions 11am-3pm, Chapel Lobby

Bon Worth, with pricing far below the major department stores, will bring their trunk show to GSV. Featuring countless designs and colors, BonWorth showcases fashions of comfort.

SEPTEMBER 20, THURSDAY Men’s Breakfast 7:30am, Yoders Restaurant

Gather with GSV men, enjoy breakfast and be challenged by a brief devotional. Guest Speaker: Stu Sacks, St. Stephen’s Reformed Church, New Holland

SEPTEMBER 20, THURSDAY New Holland Area Historical Society 7pm, Chapel

The New Holland Area Historical Society returns to Garden Spot Village, offering unique historical programs for members and non-members.

September Topic: The Local Trolley System; Eden to Terre Hill Guest Speaker: Herbert Fisher

SEPTEMBER 21, FRIDAY & SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY **Lunch Bunch 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2pm See page 19 for details.

SEPTEMBER 22, SATURDAY Travelogue 7pm, Chapel

Title: A Walk Through the Holy Land Guest Speakers: John & Sherry Hart, GSV residents Focusing on Christ’s life and ministry, this presentation will trace his steps through various sites and events in and around Jerusalem, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum and other key places. It will also present the past, present and future outlook and prophecies for Israel and the influence and impact of the various religions upon the region.

SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY Pequea Valley Marching Band 6-7pm, Outdoors & Pavilion

Come outside and watch the Pequea Valley Marching Band and Cheerleaders as they practice for the New Holland Parade. Join the students after practice for light refreshments in the Pavilion.

SEPTEMBER 30, SUNDAY Evangelical United Methodist Church Variety Show 7pm, Chapel

The New Holland EUM will bring the EUM Variety Show to Garden Spot Village. Filled with laughter, music and more, the Variety Show was a recent favorite of church parishioners who enjoyed sharing it with their church members and wish to share it with you.

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

WELCOME EN LIANG IVEP Welcome Reception MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 3-4pm, Village Park Immediately following Towne Meeting

The International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP) is an important part of the Mennonite Central Committee’s (MCC) commitment to peace building internationally. Garden Spot Village is happy to partner with MCC, having shared in the sponsorship of IVEPers for the past 10 years.

Young people, ages 20-30 years, have visited Garden Spot Village coming from Ethiopia, Cambodia, Columbia, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and this year from China.

In 2018-2019, we welcome En Liang Lin, a one year intern from China. A third-generation Chinese Christian, En Liang has a passion for the Lord. He plays guitar, sings in the church choir and looks forward to getting to know you as he explores life at a senior community.

Please join us in making En Liang feel welcome!

WHAT IS WWW.MYGSV.ORG

Did you know GSV has an internal resident website that allows residents to share photos, record volunteer hours, look up addresses and phone numbers, connect with other residents with like interests, buy and sell items, and much, much more?

Visit WWW.MYGSV.ORG to sign up and join our growing online community!

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IN THE THEATER SEPTEMBER 7 & 14, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Garden Towers

Feature: Parental Guidance Old-school grandparents get more than they bargained for when they babysit their daughter’s over-protected kids. A family-fun movie! Starring: Bette Midler & Billy Crystal PG / 2012 / 105 min / Comedy SEPTEMBER 10 & 17 , MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater

Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen featuring: Sept 10 America’s talent from the past

including Jack Benny and George Burns. Biography of Don Knotts and more.

Sept 17 Bob Newhart, Dean Martin and Jonathan Winters. Enjoy the best video ever viewed starring Red Skelton

SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY British Transport Collection, 2pm & 7pm, Theater

Feature: Story of the London Underground For most Londoners who have taken the Tube for

granted for decades, the London Underground is a huge resource that links work, friends, entertainment and every facet of city life. NR / 150min / BBC Natural History Series / 2007

SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater

Feature: Grumpier Old Men John and Max resolve to save their beloved bait shop from turning into an Italian restaurant, just as its new female owner catches Max’s attention. Starring: Walter Matthau, Jack Lemmon, Sophia Loren & Ann-Margaret PG-13 / 1995 / 1h 41min / Comedy, Romance

SEPTEMBER 21 & 28, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm & 9:30pm, Theater

Feature: Paul, Apostle of Christ Luke the evangelist enters Rome in secret just as he witnesses

Christian victims being set ablaze. He has been sent by other Christian communities outside of Rome to meet with Paul the Apostle and persuade him to help in writing an account of his wisdom. Paul begins narrating his origins. Follow Paul as he grows from the most infamous persecutor of Christians to Jesus Christ’s most influential apostle.

PG-13 / 2018 / 1h 48min / Drama, History

SEPTEMBER 27, THURSDAY Christel’s Movie Oldies, 1:30pm (cc), Theater

Feature: The Valley of Light Returning from WW2, Noah Locke (Chris Klein) discovers that his

family is gone. With a passion for fishing, Noah travels to a new town, finding friendship with a mute boy, and a community where he finally belongs. PG / Hallmark 2007 / 1h 37min / Drama / no subtitles

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MARKETING

Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer

D E S T I N AT I O N M AG A Z I N E & HOW WE SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY

Keep an eye out for the next issue of Destination Magazine that comes out later this month. You can pick up a copy at Resident Services and The Apartment Suites Lobby. In the upcoming issue you will find an infographic that illustrates the ways in which Garden Spot supports New Holland & Eastern Lancaster County. A September example is the CrossNet Ministries Garden Gala. It’s hosted in the Legacy Garden, catered by Dining Services and is an important fundraiser for CrossNet. For more information see the ad on page 12. It was important to our founders that Garden Spot Village be a part of, not separate from, the greater community. One of the wonderful cultural characteristics that has resulted from that wish is the ways in which hospitality and involvement are lived out locally. It can easily be seen, through the support of events like The Garden Gala and all the good work and service, where residents are involved off-campus.

S YC A M O R E S P R I N G S

Only ONE HOME is remaining for immediate occupancy.

If you have friends or family members who are looking for an opportunity to move quickly, invite them to contact Kelly (6201) or Megan (6290) for more information.

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IS YOUR PHOTO INCLUDED IN THE RESIDENT DIRECTORY? If the answer is no, we would love to capture your image to be added with your contact information in the Directory.

Our goal is to fill all of those gray boxes with smiling faces!

Our next Resident Photo Day is Thursday, September 13 in the Theater.

Please schedule a time with Gavin Sauder (6158).

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SCOTT WEAVER NAMED DESIGN CHAMPION Written by Scott Miller Scott Weaver, director of campus services, was named a Design Champion in July 2018

by Environments for Aging Magazine. He was recognized for the remarkable landscape and outdoor spaces he has created at Garden Spot Village over the past 22 years...

MOUNTAIN VIEW R AISES FUNDS FOR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S Written by Juanita Fox In Mountain View, a small team of residents and staff are engaging the broader New Holland community as well as their neighbors in Mountain View and other residents here at Garden Spot Village to raise money...

Read more at: www.gsvnet.org/blog

Invite your friends to

LOOK & LEARN TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

10:30am – 2pm

Get details & register at: www.gsvnet.org/looknlearn

GSV AF TER WORK An evening event for people with busy daytime schedules.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13

5:30 – 7:30pm

Get details & register at: www.gsvnet.org/looknlearn

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GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE SEPTEM SUNDAY

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24 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:00 Zip Lining** 9:30 Handbells GT 9:30 Donor Education Concord 2:00 Parkinson’s T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR

25 LOOK & LEARN 8:00 Women Alone Concord 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 11:00 Lunch Bunch** 1-3 Card Class** AS 6:00 PVHS Marching Band

8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 Cottage Council BR 9:00 Global Missions GWCR 1:30 Train Club GWCR 2:00 Mindful HT GAME NIGHT 18 9-1 AARP** 11:00 Ladies to Lunch** 1-3 Volunteer Fair 2 & 7 British Transport 6:00 D Kim Concert**

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**SIGN UP AT RESIDENT SERVICES

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8:00 Widowers Breakfast 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 9-12 Auction Collection Admin 10:00 Bible Study w Sally GT 10:45 Dine Around** 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR 7:00 Speaker Series GT 13 RESIDENT PHOTO DAY 9:30 Metal Shop GWCR 10:00 Bible Study w Sally GT 10:30 Dorsey Museum** 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 3:00 Low Vision GT 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

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GSCR 8:45 Inter-community Games** 9:30 Village Voices GT 10 & 2, 7 & 9:30 Friday Flicks T 2:00 PC Bake Off C 7:00 Bingo GWCR

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20 7:30 Men’s Breakfast* 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 10:00 Bible Study w Sally GT 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR 7:00 NH Hist Society C

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27 9:00 Computer Club BR 9:30 Pre-Planning Education C 10:45 Dine Around** 11:00 Art Guild T 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 1:30 Oldies T 2:30 Dining Ambassadors 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

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Servant Stage Company 7pm / C

Israel Travelogue 7pm / C

Bingo 7pm / GWCR

VOTER REGISTRATION September 5, 6 & 7 Aparment Suites Lobby See page 6 for details

breviations can be found on the “Welcome” sign found on your refrigerator, or at the Life Enrichment office.

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PASTORAL SERVICES Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services WORSHIP SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 2

Sermon: Rev. Paul Dodge Mission Moment: Stuart Bullington

SEPTEMBER 9

Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Chapel Quartet

SEPTEMBER 16

Sermon: Rev. Ken Nafziger Music: Colleen Musselman

SEPTEMBER 23

Sermon: Pastor John Meck Music: Terry Ziegler

SEPTEMBER 30

Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder 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

UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room Topic: Church and Cultural Engagement led by Chaplain Chet Yoder

SEPTEMBER 5, 12, 19 & 26, WEDNESDAY Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7pm, Garden Towers

We begin a study of the Gospel of Mark, led by Chaplain Chet Yoder

SEPTEMBER 6, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room

Chaplain Chet sharing photos and stories from a recent trip to Lake Michigan.

SEPTEMBER 6, 13 & 20, THURSDAY Sally Mittelstadt Bible Study 10am, Garden Towers

This new study for women is entitled Hymns of the Faith to Encourage Our Hearts.

SEPTEMBER 12 & 26, WEDNESDAY **Bible Study with Chaplain Ken Martin 10am, Gardens West Conference Room Regaining the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation is the title of this study.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 13, THURSDAY **Dorsey Museum Tour 10:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby If you missed the August tour, this is your chance!

Cost: $5pp transportation. Lunch at Country Fare - cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room Topic: Scriptural Predictions about the 2nd Coming of Christ: As Accurate as prophecy about His 1st Coming?”

Presenter: Rev. Merv Horst

SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY 3 AnnualAlone Breakfast 8am, Concord Room rd Women

Garden Gala

SEPTEMBER 6, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room

A time for intercession and praise for specific prayer needs and answers.

Put this breakfast date on your calendar and come to the Concord Room for a country breakfast and time together as Women Alone.

SEPTEMBERJoin 11, us TUESDAY for an evening of delicious tapas-style food and sparkling Global Missions ambiance under the stars, benefiting CrossNet Ministries.

9am, Gardens West Conference Room Special Guest: Becky Day, missionary to the Middle East

Garden Spot Village is a Partnering Gala Sponsor

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Join us for an evening of delicious tapas-style food and sparkling ambiance under the stars, benefiting CrossNet Ministries.

Saturday, September 15, 2018 6:30 in the eattire vening Live music • Event is rain or shine • Date night • This is an alcohol-free event Parking: Enter at Kinzer Ave. and follow signs to Parking Lot 9.

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$100be perpurchased person | LimiTed aVaiLabiLiTy Tickets can at CrossNet Ministries office: 717-355-2454, or visit www.elancocross.org

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Live music • Event is rain or shine • Date night attire • This is an alcohol-free event

Musical Memories SEPTEMBER 8, OCTOBER 6 & NOVEMBER 3 A UNIQUE MUSICAL PROGRAM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA AND THEIR CAREGIVER.

If you are looking to spend an afternoon with your loved one who is experiencing the symptoms of Dementia, Musical Memories is for you. Music can be a soothing, calming presence in our lives. And depending upon the stage of your journey, music can be the perfect fit for both you and your loved one. This program is a “together” program where you can share a special moment of musical entertainment together: caregiver and loved one.

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.

SERVANT STAGE and LBC present

A one-hour highlights performance is coming to Garden Spot Village on

Saturday, September 15 7:00pm Story and Book by Peter Stone Music and Lyrics by Maury Yeston

See the Full Production on stage at LANCASTER BIBLE COLLEGE

*Tickets required for LBC performances only

ALL TICKETS PAY-WHAT-YOU-WILL FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT

www.ServantStageCompany.com

OR CALL THE LBC BOX OFFICE AT 717-560-8241

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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

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.

SEPTEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY Living with Loss Group Topic: Mustering the Courage to Mourn Facilitated by: Center for Loss and Life Transition 10am, Board Room

Dr. Alan Wolfelt wrote an article about facing and acknowledging, rather than ignoring, the emotions associated with grief. Coming face-to-face with these intense emotions can be very difficult and requires courage on the part of the one grieving. This month the group will discuss key ideas introduced in Dr. Wolfelt’s article. The Living with Loss group is for persons who have experienced the death of a spouse, family member, or close friend. The group’s focus is support and education. Topics vary each month. Call Jenny Snyder (6259) for more information.

SEPTEMBER 10, MONDAY Caregiver’s Support Group Topic: The Alzheimer Villain and the Thread: Hope for the Journey 10am, Concord Room Special Speaker: Barbara Reed, former caregiver The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village co-sponsor this support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Our speaker will share her personal journey as the caregiver to her husband who had Alzheimer’s disease. Barbara speaks from her heart about the difficulties her family encountered and the faith and hope that sustained them in the journey. 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 Marcia Parsons (6239) or Emelia Reifsnyder (6076).

SEPTEMBER 13, THURSDAY Low Vision Support Group – Topic: Nutrition and Vision: How Diet Influences Eye Disease 3pm, Garden Towers

Special guest speaker – Stephanie Snader, Wellspan Dietician 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.

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SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Sharing with Supportive Friends 10:30am, Prayer and Meditation Room

Do you desire a group of supportive friends? This caring, informal group is a resource for residents desiring a safe space to discuss multiple topics and develop encouraging relationships. All are welcome to join the friendly conversation.

Contact Jenny Snyder (6259) with any questions.

SEPTEMBER 24, MONDAY Parkinson’s Support Group Topic: The Wonder of Music in Calming Tremors Special Facilitators: Staff from Compassus Hospice and guest Musician 2pm, Theater

This month will focus upon a wonderful nonmedical intervention for calming tremors and dealing with anxiety: music. Live music will be part of the presentation.

Garden Spot Village Parkinson’s Support Group is a group for individuals with the disease and their family members.

Free resources from the National Parkinson’s Foundation are available at the monthly meetings. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group Restaurant: Steamboat Inn 11:30am

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 the Steamboat Inn in Ronks. 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.

OCTOBER 11, THURSDAY Essential Tremor Support Group Topic: Insights from an Occupational Therapist Special Speaker: Jason Dickow, OTL 10am, Board Room

Jason Dickow is an Occupational Therapist at the GSV Center for Health. He will share an update on adaptive devices available for those with Essential Tremors, fall prevention tips and suggestions for driving. Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to join us! This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

SOCIAL SERVICES NOTES ALL THINGS MEDICARE...

New Card - Please bring card or a high quality copy to Social Services

By now, most of you have received your new Medicare card in the mail. Please bring your card to the Social Service offices (across from The Creamery) A copy is needed for your GSV file. Sherilyn, Jenny or Mary Beth will be happy to assist you. If you’d prefer, you may make a copy of the card yourself and deliver it to the mail slot in the door of Sherilyn’s office. Copy front and back of the card and make sure all letters and numbers are easy to read.

Security Features - Social Security number has been removed

Your new Medicare card no longer reveals your social security number. You have been assigned a mixture of letters and numbers not connected to social security. You may shred your old Medicare card and begin using the new card immediately. In line with Medicare’s attention to protecting your privacy, we have recently adjusted GSV personal Emergency Response sheets to also not reveal social security numbers. Your Emergency sheets are stored in your master bathroom medicine cabinet; a copy is sent with EMTs responding to an emergency at your residence After you give us your new Medicare number, we will scan it into the electronic file and print 3 new Emergency sheets for you that no longer reveal your social security number. This change was made very recently to our computer system, so check your Emergency sheet and bring it to Social Services if you need copies with your social security number removed.

Open Enrollment - Oct 15 - Dec 7

Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment Period will soon be here! During this important time, Medicare allows you to make changes to your medical insurance coverage and Prescription Drug plan. You may: • Change from one Prescription Drug Plan to another one • Switch back to Traditional Medicare if dissatisfied with your Medicare Advantage Plan • Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to a different Advantage Plan

Medicare Part D - Prescription Drug Plans

The Social Service team will continue our annual tradition of providing no cost appointments for residents who wish to review their Medicare D plan. We enter your prescriptions into Medicare’s website and walk you through the results of plans that may be the best fit/lowest cost option. The program takes into account which plan (s) have your medications on their formulary and have the pharmacy you like as your preferred provider. If you choose to change plans, we can complete the enrollment for you.

Beginning Oct 1, appointments for Medicare D reviews may be scheduled through the Resident Service Desk. (Call 6000, AFTER Oct 1). All consultations will again take place in the Chapel Parlor.

Interested in learning how to do your own Medicare D review?

Instructional classes will be offered for those interested in learning the fundamentals of how to do an online review.

A step by step paper guide will also be provided to each participant. Dates will be published in the October Garden Variety. Classes will be held in the Theater and will be taught by Social Service team member, Jackie Berrios.

What should I do this month while waiting for Open Enrollment?

Watch the mail for information from your current plan. Medicare requires every plan to provide its members with notice of any changes by September 30. If your plan makes significant changes in monthly premium cost, deductibles, formularies or preferred pharmacies OR if your medication list has changed, it is especially important to consider scheduling a consultation with Social Services. We’re here to help!

Personal Care Bake-Off FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2PM, CHAPEL

Theme: Capture the Moment

GSV residents are invited to the Personal Care Week Bake-Off. Come sample home-baked goodies submitted by GSV team members.

Prizes will be awarded and delicious samples available.

Come to look, come to taste, come to celebrate PC Week!

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WELLNESS SEPTEMBER’S WELLNESS FACET IS FOCUS OR YOUR INTELLECTUAL WELLNESS Intellectual Wellness engages an individual in creative and stimulating mental activities in order to expand knowledge and skills and help to discover the potential for sharing gifts with others. An intellectually well person cherishes mental growth and stimulation.

How can we improve and/or maintain Intellectual Wellness: • Become a mentor or a tutor- sharing your love for what you know will help maximize your brain functioning; intelligence arises when the brain reasons, plans and engages in critical thinking • Eliminate things in your life that interfere with clear thinking- get regular exercise, sleep and maintain a healthy diet, try meditation and reduce stress • Explore what motivates you - discover new hobbies, take a course in a new area or enhance your current skill • Take a class • Get a regular dose of intellectual stimulation subscribe to a newsletter, play word games like Scrabble, do cross word puzzles or play board games like Chess, etc.

• Go to a bookstore and browse through the sections until you find an area of interest and BUY A BOOK; join a library • Learn a new language - learn to appreciate art, attend exhibits, check out foreign language films, attend musicals and plays, volunteer at the local Playhouse • Sign up for e-newsletters that deliver stimulating articles of interest, watch channels like National Geographic, History or Discovery Pick up a copy the September Focus calendar at the Wellness Lobby or Apartment Suites Lobby.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

SEPTEMBER 11, TUESDAY Mindful Eating Taste & Learn 2pm, Harvest Table See page 4 for details.

SEPTEMBER 14, FRIDAY Inter-Community Competition at Phoebe Berks 8:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm Morning Events: Bocce, Putting Green, Shuffleboard ,Corn Hole, Billiards Scrabble, Pinochle, Wii Bowling, Ping Pong.

Afternoon events: Billiards, Pinochle, Cribbage, Wii Bowling, Ping Pong Cost: $5 fee for lunch. You can sign up for a morning and/or afternoon event or come to cheer. Sign up at the Resident Services Desk by September 7

SEPTEMBER 24, MONDAY Zip Lining at Refreshing Mountain, Stevens, PA 9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm Please pack your lunch.

Cost: $15-25pp depending upon course chosen.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 28 FRIDAY Fitness Rodeo: 9-11am and 1-3pm, Village Park Yeehaw! Calling all you Cowpokes! Mosey on down to the Village Park for our Fitness Rodeo. We’ll have horseshoe curls, barrel races, strap-on-your-spurs, the 2-step and more. Ranch Hand Refreshments will be served.

Sign up at Resident Services for Round-up Time.

WELLNESS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING

TUESDAYS 1:30-3PM IN THE FITNESS ROOM

Scottish Country Dancing is a form of social dancing, the ballroom dance of Scotland. It became popular in the 18th century and in 1923 the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society was founded. Today there are more than 13,000 members and many more non-members worldwide.

It is the forerunner of the American Square Dance; it is dancing in groups or “sets of 3 or more couples. There are about a dozen basic figures, quick time dances such as reels, jigs and a slower tempo Strathspey. Dances date from the 1700’s, with new ones constantly being devised. The music is provided by fiddle, piano, accordion, flute or drums (not bagpipes).

Studies have shown that Scottish Country Dancing is a valuable activity for maintaining both physical and mental health. Join the fun – no partner or experience needed, just a pair of soft soled shoes.

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Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services

VOLUNTEER FAIR AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE: EXPLORING SERVICE

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1-3PM, GSV CHAPEL

Whether you’ve volunteered for years, or you’re brand new to Garden Spot Village, we would like to invite you to our third annual GSV Volunteer Fair! A wide range of volunteer opportunities will be represented: stop by table displays, talk with staff and volunteers and, learn more about what you might like to do in order to enrich your own life and the lives of others. This year we will also be offering opportunities to visit service locations throughout the Village!

This year’s theme is Exploring Service. Pick up a bag at the welcome table, and create your own exploration fuel trail mix with ingredients offered at each table in the fair! You’ll also be able to find out about the many clubs that meet here in the GSV community. There is no shortage of ways to get involved, and there’s something for everyone!

Questions: please contact Volunteer Services at (6283) or (6204).

GIVING SERVICE

Fiscal Year Results from Share & Care and Refresh Gifts & Essentials

Thanks to the efforts of many devoted volunteers, as well as increased promotion of Refresh Gifts & Essentials and the Share & Care thrift store as unique and appealing shopping destinations, we’re happy to report that sales during fiscal year 2017-18 resulted in record-breaking donations to the Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund. Share & Care also made significant gift-in-kind donations to GSV departments and to the Cooperative Living House.

Summarized below are the final numbers for the fiscal year: • Share & Care donation to Benevolent Fund $71,656.79 • Refresh Store donation to Benevolent Fund $29,933.04

TOTAL Donation $101,589.83 • Share & Care Gift-in-Kind donations: GSV departments Cooperative Living House

$1,648.00 $1,235.00

• Share & Care volunteers 43 • Refresh Gifts & Essentials volunteers 41

TOTAL Volunteers 84 • Share & Care volunteer hours • Refresh Gifts & Essentials volunteer hours TOTAL Volunteer Hours

4,591 2,837 7,428

It is important to note that this spring, new cash register systems were installed in each store. In the case of Share & Care in particular, this was a major change from the previous written log system for sales. In both stores, volunteers met the challenge impressively, training on the new system and continuing to offer great service to our customers. The new system now allows us to process prox card sales in Share & Care for staff and residents (this was already in place in the Refresh store) – an important opportunity for better serving customers and for increasing sales.

The hours spent by Share & Care volunteers also represent a significant ministry to Garden Spot Village residents and their families.

Volunteers often spend time helping residents and/or their families in their process of downsizing and making decisions about donations to Share & Care. This behind-the-scenes involvement is another way of making a difference in people’s lives, often during times of transition.

We would like to thank all of our volunteers for their energy, dedication and creativity in support of these two initiatives that benefit the Garden Spot Village community and beyond. Thanks also to the many residents who have donated items to Share & Care, and to the residents, staff and families who are dedicated shoppers! All of you help to further GSV’s mission of enriching lives as an expression of Christ’s love.

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EXPLORE SOMETHING NEW...

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY SEPTEMBER 1-30

The Main Street Art Gallery, a month-long display featuring GSV resident artwork. Theme: Bertha Hawks’ Quilted Wall Hangings, 1990 to 2018

SPEAKER SERIES

SEPTEMBER 6, THURSDAY

7pm, Garden Towers September Guest Speakers: Sam & Joyce Beyer Topic: Hiking the Appalachian Trail See page 19 for details.

VILLAGE VOICES

SEPTEMBER 7, FRIDAY 9:30-11AM, GARDEN TOWERS

Caution: Exposure to music may cause sudden outbursts of joy, happiness, creativity, energy, awareness and spontaneous healing of whatever ails you. Why not join Village Voices on Friday mornings, 9:30 to 11am, in the Garden Towers and experience the mood-altering wonder drug of music!

Rehearsals for the fall will begin on September 7. No experience needed - just a desire to enjoy happiness, improved memory and motor function, connection to others, movement of your feet and head, and the occasional persistence of a catchy tune going round and round in your brain. Singing can be the cure!!

**COMPUTER CLASS

SEPTEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY 10AM, GARDENS SOUTH CONERENCE ROOM

(Sign up began August 2) Topic: The Cloud; What it is and how you can use it.

Lots of folks have heard of the Cloud but lets delve a little deeper and find out how to use this technology to our benefit.

Teacher: Rita Moyer Cost: Free, courtesy of ELANCO Library.

TRAVELOGUE

SEPTEMBER 22, SATURDAY 7PM, CHAPEL

Title: A Walk Through the Holy Land Guest Speakers: John & Sherry Hart, GSV residents Focusing on Christ's life and ministry, this presentation will trace his steps through various sites and events in and around Jerusalem, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum and other key places. It will also present the past, present and future outlook and prophecies for Israel and the influence and impact of the various religions upon the region.

**SUPER EASY CARD CLASS SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY 1-3PM, ART STUDIO

Teacher, Paula Schmauk, will walk you step-by-step through this Super Easy Card Class. All supplies are provided. Bring scissors if you can.

Cost: $3pp Sign up at Resident Services.

ART TALK

SEPTEMBER 27, THURSDAY 11AM, THEATER

Topic: The World of Quilts Guest Speaker: Bertha Hawk, GSV resident Bertha Hawk will focus on changes in the quilting world and how this has permitted her to explore new designs, colors and techniques by using fabrics, paints and embellishments, as well as hand and machine quilting. She will discuss ideas that motivated her to make the wall hangings displayed in the Main Street Art Gallery. Art Guild members and non-members are invited to attend.

HANDBELL CHOIR

SEPTEMBER 17, MONDAY 9:30AM, GARDEN TOWERS

Love music? Can't sing? Give the Handbell Choir a try! The new season starts September 17. Experienced and inexperienced ringers are welcome.

Contact Fran Rapp (6511) if interested.

**CREATIVE CARD CLASS SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY 2PM, ART STUDIO

Teacher, Marie Diehl, will teach another creative card class full of color and whimsy.

Beginners and advanced welcome. Bring a scissors.

Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 & FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

7-8 pm, PavIlion

Gather around the fire pit, chat, laugh and enjoy the evening with friends and neighbors.

If you come for nothing else, come to make s’mores.

SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY **DAVID KIM CONCERT 6pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10pm (Sign up begins September 5)

David Kim, Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, presents a concert to benefit the Messiah Sing-along. Held at the Lancaster Mennonite School, Garden Spot Village offers transportation and tickets. Reserved first floor seating.

Cost: $30pp includes transportation & ticket.

Sign up at Resident Services.

Deadline: September 10.

SEPTEMBER 21, FRIDAY & SEPTEMBER 25, TUESDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2pm (Sign up begins September 5)

Join the Lunch Bunch as we travel to a favorite lunch location for both tourists and locals. The Kling House Restaurant is the home of Kitchen Kettle Village in Intercourse, PA. The house nurtured three generations of Klings and Burnleys before the Lancaster County farmhouse became a restaurant. Featuring Lancaster County recipes such as cranberry chicken salad, chicken corn soup and more, The Kling House serves guests in what was the living room, dining room and office.

And, don’t forget the delicious shoofly pie for dessert!

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Meal cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

OCTOBER 2, TUESDAY **WILLIAMSPORT & WELLSBORO HIGHLIGHTS TOUR 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8:30pm (Sign up began June 6)

Our fall adventure begins with lunch at the Penn Wells Restaurant located in historic Victorian downtown Wellsboro.

Entrée choice required at time of sign up. Following lunch, our step-on guide will take us to the PA Grand Canyon Overlook and Visitor Center for a breathtaking view. We will then make our way to Williamsport where we board the Hiawatha Riverboat for a narrated Susquehanna River Cruise.

Cost: $123pp includes Elite Coach, lunch, step-on guided tour, riverboat cruise and all gratuities.

Sign up at Resident Services.

OCTOBER 10, WEDNESDAY **PARCR 8:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm

Retirement community residents are invited to attend the quarterly meeting of the Pennsylvania Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR), a forum by which to build resident participation in their community. October meeting hosted by Pleasant View, Manheim.

Cost: $15pp includes $10pp PARCR lunch, payable at the door and $5pp transportation fee.

Sign up at Resident Services.

**AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY 1-DAY REFRESHER COURSE

(Proof of previous course completion required)

OCTOBER 9, TUESDAY & OCTOBER 11, THURSDAY 2-DAY INTRODUCTION TO DRIVER SAFETY OCTOBER 18, THURSDAY 1-DAY REFRESHER COURSE

(Proof of previous course completion required)

All 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.

NOVEMBER 14, WEDNESDAY **SIGHT & SOUND THEATRES 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 6:30pm (Sign up began August 2)

Sight & Sound Theatres presents JESUS, an action-packed musical stage adventure that takes you on a miraculous journey. A timeless story of relentless love. The lives he touches will never be the same.

Cost: $61pp includes show and transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 29, THURSDAY **A CHRISTMAS CAROL AT FORD’S THEATER 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10pm (Sign up began August 2)

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is back at Ford’s Theatre in a production that is guaranteed to fill your heart with Yuletide cheer. Ford’s Theater, Washington, DC., will be one of several holiday stops today including the Peterson House, Union Station in all its Christmas glory and a step-on guided tour of Washington holiday lights.

Please pack a light snack/lunch as an early dinner will be on your own at Union Station.

Cost: $122pp includes Elite Coach, show, venues and driver gratuity.

Sign up at Resident Services.

GARDEN SPOT VI LLAG E

Speakers Series 7pm | 1st Thursday | Garden Towers

SEPTEMBER 6

Hiking the Appalachian Trail Sam & Joyce Beyer, GSV residents Sam and Joyce will share stories from their years spent hiking the Appalachian Trail.

OCTOBER 4

The Christiana Riot Jean Rentz, GSV resident

NOVEMBER 1

Historic Barns of Southeastern PA Greg Huber, Eastern Barn Consultant & author

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LIFE ENRICHMENT SEPTEMBER 2018 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 SEPTEMBER 6 & 27, THURSDAY ** DINE AROUND THE WORLD 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up began August 2)

Dine Around the World continues at GSV. Grab your passport (optional) and join the excursion. We’ll visit unique ethnic restaurants and experience flavors new and different.

September: With a Farm-to-Wok philosophy, P.F. Chang’s offers a casual dining atmosphere in which we will experience authentic Chinese food & Asian cuisine.

Cost: $5pp transportation. Meal cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 7, FRIDAY & SEPTEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm Mall Shopping: Park City (9/7) and Exton Mall (9/19) will be our shopping destinations. Travel with GSV in order to add a splash of fall color to your wardrobe or just people-watch.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

TRIP SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater SEPTEMBER 10, MONDAY **WHALE WATCHING IN CAPE MAY, NJ 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10:30pm (Sign up began June 6)

Join us as we head to Cape May, New Jersey, where we will have a fantastic opportunity to experience a whale and dolphin watching expedition. Free time in Cape May and lunch on own included in our day. Dinner will be served at the Inn at Cape May. Entrée choice required at time of sign up.

Cost: $132pp includes Elite Coach, Whale Watching Cruise, free time, dinner and driver’s gratuity.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 10, SEPTEMBER 28, NOVEMBER 7, FEBRUARY 11, MARCH 19 & MAY 2 **LANCASTER COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby (Sign up began July 3) The Lancaster Community Concert Association presents an amazing musical season for the discerning performing arts lover. Season ticket holders are invited to sign up for GSV transportation. This sign-up is for the entire season; there is no need to sign up for each concert. If you are unable to attend a specific date, please let Resident Services know so that others may ride in your place.

Cost: $5pp GSV transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY **ALLEN ORGAN CO. 9:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm (Sign up began August 2)

In 1939, Allen Organ Co, Macungie, PA, began the manufacturing of electronic organs. Allen Organ has grown to be one of the largest builders of church and theater organs in the world. Travel with GSV as we tour the Allen Organ Museum, listen to organ music demonstrations and visit a local restaurant for lunch.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Meal cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

SEPTEMBER 18, TUESDAY **LADIES TO LUNCH 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm (Sign up begins September 5)

Ladies to Lunch will travel to Limoncello Ristorante, Chester Springs. A familyowned restaurant with a reputation for exceptional Italian food, Limoncello offers both buffet and menu dining.

Cost: $5pp transportation.

Meal cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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

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

CHANNEL 956

WEDNESDAYS: The Great British Baking Show; a talented batch of amateur bakers face off in a competition, whipping up their best dishes in the hopes of being named the U.K.’s best. To be continued in October. (52 min.)

SEPTEMBER FUN FEATURE: GRANDPARENTS QUOTES

Celebrate Grandparents Day all month long with a daily Grandparent Quote.

Happy Grandparents Day on September 9!

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.