Garden Variety Vol 11 Issue 1 January 2019

January 2019 | A Publication of Garden Spot Village | Volume 11 Issue 1

Snow Tubing with Wellness Adventures Friday, January 25 at Roundtop See page 17 for details

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Table of Contents Refresh Coffee Bar Ad 2 Around Town 2 Development 3 Culture Class 3 Dining Services 4 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 GSV Club Focus 7 In the Theater 8 Marketing 9 January Calendar 10 Pastoral Services 12 Saturday Evening Concert Series 13 Social Services 14 Volunteer Services 16 Wellness 17 Explore Something New...

18 Speaker Series 19 MYGSV Moble App 19 GSV TV - Channel 956 19 Event Sign-Ups 20

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MILLER & BAXTER ART SHOW ELANCO Library January 5

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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NATIONAL WINTER TRAILS DAY Lancaster Co Park | Email: parks@co.lancaster.pa.us January 12

JACK HUBLEY’S LIVE BIRDS OF PREY Oregon Dairy | www.oregondairy.com January 18-26

BYE BYE BIRDIE

Lancaster Bible College | www.lbc.edu/events FOR MORE LANCASTER COUNTY EVENTS:

WWW.DISCOVERLANCASTER.COM

DEVELOPMENT

Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development

THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS

Residents at Garden Spot Village bless others because of their passion to make a difference in the lives of others. As we begin 2019, I want to express my sincere thanks to you for the gifts you have given to Garden Spot Village in 2018 for the Benevolent Fund, the Cooperative Living House and other projects.

It is a joy that we continue to see the Legacy Society grow, as an increasing number of residents bless Garden Spot Village and its residents by including Garden Spot Village in estate plans through wills, charitable gift annuities, etc.

Your volunteer time for activities such as Fall Festival, Golf Tournament, Bird House Silent Auction, Community Business Expo and the Angel Tree, help to raise funds for the Benevolent Fund. These events would not be possible without your volunteer time.

Please know that I greatly appreciate how God touches your hearts so that you are moved to make donations and to volunteer to make a difference in the lives of others.

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

God Bless You.

CULTURE CLASS WITH ERIC LIN, IVEP JANUARY 22, FEBRUARY 26, MARCH 26, APRIL 23, MAY 28 & JUNE 25, TUESDAYS 10AM, THEATER

Eric Lin is currently serving at Garden Spot Village through Mennonite Central Committee’s (MCC) International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP). From Wenzhou, China, Eric recently graduated from Fuzhou University with a degree in psychology. He learned about MCC’s IVEP program through his church and was very interested in learning about the language and culture in the United States, so he applied. His parents were very supportive of this opportunity for him. He wants to become a chaplain so, his work at Garden Spot Village has been “wonderful.” He splits his time between Pastoral Services, Mountain View and Life Enrichment. He appreciates the interaction with residents, saying, “I have learned a lot.” He looks forward to sharing Chinese culture through his monthly culture classes. Topics will include traffic, surroundings, Christianity and food.

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DINING SERVICES

Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager

The Harvest Table & Terrace Dining Room

New Year’s Day 2019 11am – 2pm

Soup Chef’s Table

Hoppin John Stew: A Combination of Black Eyed Peas & Ham Small $1.59 / Large $1.89 Classic Seafood Bisque Small $2.09 / Large $2.29

Slow Roasted Pork and Sauerkraut $5.19 Petite Green Peas & Carrots $1.19 Sweet Potatoes, Pecans, and Cinnamon $1.19 Collard Greens with Malt Vinegar $1.19 Classic Mashed Potatoes $1.19 Skillet Cornbread

Knife and Fork

(Open Face Sandwich) Salmon Steakhouse: Grilled Salmon, Asparagus, Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Onion Ranch $7 Chicken Bruschetta: Aero Greens, Tomato, Basil, Roasted Pepper, Fresh Mozzarella $7 Mediterranean Sirloin: Wild Mushrooms, Spinach, Kalamata, Creamy Feta Dressing $7

Brunch for Lunch Desserts

Omelet or French Toast with Fruit Salad, Home Fries, And Buttermilk Biscuit $7

Sweet Streets Assorted Cheesecakes | Mile High Carrot Cake White Chocolate Cranberry Bread Pudding

Mindful Taste & Learn

with Dietitian Tara Phillips & Executive Chef Anthony Biscanti

Wednesday, January 9, 2pm, The Harvest Table TOPIC: WINTER WELLNESS

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

SERVING LUNCH AT

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

JOIN US AS WE SERVE OTHERS ONE FRIDAY EACH MONTH • January 25 • February 22 • March 22 • April 26 • May 24 • June 28 • July 26 • August 23 • September 27 • October 25 • November 22 • December 27 To volunteer, contact Life Enrichment (6133)

SOUPER BOWL OF CARING January 20 - February 3

Since 2006 Garden Spot Village has participated in the Souper Bowl of Caring, a national food drive that uses the energy of the Super Bowl to mobilize youth and adults to care for people in their local communities who are hungry and in need. This year we will collect canned soup & cracker donations for the CrossNet Food Pantry.

Please place donations in the wooden barrel next to the Post Office by the Apartment Suites Lobby.

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

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

JANUARY 2, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast, Yoders Restaurant 8am, Yoders 7:45am depart the Apartment Suites Lobby or drive on your own.

Celebrate the New Year in the company of friends. Join the ladies of Garden Spot Village for a special New Year’s breakfast. Menu or buffet.

Cost on own.

Guest Speaker: Holly Geerdes, Facility Services

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

Please note change in day for January only. A Frontier representative will be present, 10-11am to accept Frontier payments and answer account questions. A secure drop-box is available, 9-11am.

JANUARY 3, THURSDAY TRIP SIGN-UP See page 20 for details.

JANUARY 3 & 17, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel

The New Year brings new ideas and new concerns. All are welcome to attend Coffee & Conversation to explore new answers.

JANUARY 7, MONDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel

Dale Fox will lead Hymn Sing into a brand new year with the theme Ready, Set, GLOW!

JANUARY 8, TUESDAY **PA Farm Show 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm See page 20 for details.

JANUARY 8 & 22, TUESDAY Ask-A-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check 8:30-10:30am, Gardens South Health Clinic WellSpan Home Health offers free Ask-A-Nurse & Blood Pressure services at Garden Spot Village.

No appointment required.

JANUARY 8, TUESDAY & JANUARY 14, MONDAY Cottage & Apartment Council 9am, Board Room

Newly elected council members, Cottage Council (1/8) and Apartment Council (1/14), are hard at work finding solutions for a better life at Garden Spot Village. Visitors are welcome to attend the monthly council meetings.

JANUARY 9, WEDNESDAY PARCR 8:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4pm

JANUARY 3, THURSDAY Speaker Series 7pm, Garden Towers

See page 20 for details.

JANUARY 4, FRIDAY & JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY **Mall Shopping 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

See page 7 for details.

JANUARY 6, SUNDAY Eternal Praise 7pm, Chapel

See page 20 for details.

See page 19 for details.

See page 20 for details.

The 45+ member choir of Eternal Praise features young adults ages 17-25 years of age from Calvary Mennonite, Blue Ball Mennonite and Open Door Mennonite churches. Come to be musically and spiritually blessed.

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JANUARY 10, THURSDAY **Red Chapeaux Luncheon & Movie 12noon, Village Park JANUARY 11, FRIDAY **Lancaster Symphony Open Rehearsal 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm JANUARY 11, FRIDAY & JANUARY 26, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room

Fun in the New Year… It’s Bingo, twice a month, every month with prizes galore!

Cost: $1pp

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

JANUARY 15, TUESDAY Spring Garden Amish School 12:30-1:30pm

The young students of Spring Garden Amish School will make their way from dining room to dining room, stopping to sing along the way. Ending in the Train Room, this is a big outing for these youngsters. Please offer a smile and word of welcome when you see them today.

JANUARY 18, FRIDAY & JANUARY 22, TUESDAY **Lunch Bunch 11:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm See page 20 for details.

JANUARY 19, SATURDAY Saturday Evening Concert Series 7pm, Chapel See page 13 for details.

JANUARY 20, SUNDAY LBC presents Bye Bye Birdie 1pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby 5:30pm approximate return

Lancaster Bible College presents the musical comedy Bye Bye Birdie, a loving send-up of the early 1960’s, small-town America, teenagers and rock and roll.

Cost: $21pp includes show w/ reserved seating and transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 20, SUNDAY Yuriy & Friends 7pm, Chapel

Yuriy Kravets and his friends perform a concert of brass instruments and more. Yuriy performs with the Harp Workshop at Christmas and is pleased to bring his friends to perform.

Love offering accepted.

JANUARY 21, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel

If you’re curious to find out what’s happening at Gardn Spot Village in the New Year, Towne Meeting is the place to go.

JANUARY 29, TUESDAY **Ladies to Lunch 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm See page 20 for details.

GSV CLUB FOCUS

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

TRAVELING RED CHAPEAUX written by Mandy Weaver, GSC Marketing Intern

Red Hatters Matter is the motto of the Red Hat Society. The Red Hat Society Social Organization began in 1989. It is the only social group of its kind created specifically for women over 50 and encourages them to still be high-spirited and lighthearted, even in their advancing years. And although our GSV Traveling Red Chapeaux are no longer associated with the official Red Hat Society, they are similar and enjoy fun outings and socializing with one another.

Originally, there were three different groups that planned their own trips. Ruth Young started the GSV Traveling Red Chapeaux group in 2003. She was very adventurous, active and outgoing, and wanted to find a group of women who were similar in personality. The other groups included The Red Revelers and The Red Dreamers. One group disbanded while the other group joined Red Chapeaux. Ruth organized trips and lunches every month for the women to gather and socialize.

Members are from GSV, and occasionally invite daughters and friends.

When Ruth’s health declined, she asked others for help in order to keep the Red Chapeaux functioning. Elfriede Williams was one of the women she asked. Elfriede had been a part of the Red Chapeaux since the day she moved to GSV. “We have many women of a wide range, which allows for a diverse range of topics to talk about,” said Elfriede.

Unlike other organizations at GSV, the Traveling Red Chapeaux is strictly a social group. And yes, they do wear their snazzy red hats and chic purple attire when they go out. The group members team up in pairs and take turns picking and organizing where the group will eat lunch and visit. The group has recently enjoyed a High Tea in Reading. Other interesting places include the Harrisburg Capitol, James Buchanan House and the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Center.

Each January, the Red Hatters host an annual luncheon/dinner for members. After the meal, the group will either watch a movie or have a special speaker. It’s a way of starting off the year with a light-hearted, fun event. The Traveling Red Chapeaux is always excited to have new members join their social club.

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY **Red Chapeaux Luncheon & Movie 12noon, Village Park (Sign up began December 5)

Ladies laughing and chatting while dressed in a sea of red and purple. Yes, the Red Chapeaux ladies invite you, past and present Red Hatters, to join the fun. Don the proper colors and enjoy conversation, a light lunch and a movie.

Cost: $15pp includes lunch and movie.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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JANUARY 4 & 11, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm, Theater Feature: Oceans Eight

An all-female crew attempts an impossible heist at New York City’s yearly Met Gala.

PG-13 / 1h 50min / Action, Comedy / 2018

JANUARY 7 & 21 , MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen featuring:

Jan 7: One hour special featuring The Mormon Tabernacle Choir. New Year’s Special, How Great Thou Art, You Raise Me Up, Homeward Bound and much more.

Jan 21: It’s all about Carol Burnett. Carol Burnett, Tim Conway, Inga Neilsen and Robin Williams.

JANUARY 15, TUESDAY Sight & Sound Series, 2pm & 7pm, Theater Feature: Ruth

Sight & Sound is proud to present the beloved and captivating musical, Ruth, a story of redemption. This treasured Biblical story is filmed in high definition before a live audience.

130 min / Musical / 2007

JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater Feature: Book Club

Four lifelong friends have their lives forever changed after reading 50 Shades of Grey in their monthly Book Club.

PG-13 / 1h 44min / Comedy, Romance / 2018

JANUARY 18 & 25, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm, Theater Feature: Faith Under Fire

Antoinette Tuff realizes that her life challenges have prepared her for a purpose; to save an Atlanta school under siege. A fictional account based on a true incident.

TV-14 / 1h 25min / Drama / 2018

JANUARY 24, THURSDAY Movies Oldies, 1:30pm, Theater Feature: Our Vines Have Tender Grapes

A Norwegian farmer lovingly raises his daughter in rural World War II era Benson Junction, Wisconsin. Starring: Edward G Robinson & Margaret O’Brien 1945 / B & W / 1h 45min / Drama, Family / No Captions

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MARKETING

W EL CO M E

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This is a brand new year in which to experience Abundant Opportunities to Live with Purpose in Community at Garden Spot. The things you do and your stories inspire people, literally, all around the world. To surface inspiring stories that often go untold, you could be instrumental as a Story Spotter. You’ll hear more in the weeks ahead. Garden Spot podcasts, a new and different way to tell your stories and reach more people will be coming in 2019. Many of you have friends eagerly anticipating the day when they can join you and call Garden Spot home. To shorten their timeline, 50 new homes will be introduced in 2019 at Sycamore Springs. One of the main reasons people so desperately want to live here is because they are so inspired by your vibrant, engaging, purpose filled lifestyle. It’s going to be an exciting 2019!

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

Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer

D I R E C T O RY P H O T O DAY If your photo is not included or was not taken by Gavin, please consider having your Directory photo taken on Thursday, January 10 in the Theater.

Please schedule a time with Gavin Sauder (6158).

R E C EN T V I D E O S

Two homes are still available 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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January Endeavor

This is Sycamore Springs

Highlighting the Happenings of Garden Spot Village

Explaining the history of Sycamore Springs

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A GREAT SURPRISE Written by Scott Miller A great surprise arrived Wednesday, December 12.

Senior Housing News announced the 2018 Architecture & Design Awards. Out of 98 submissions from 90 different communities across the United States, Garden Spot received two 1st Place Awards...

LANCASTER IS THE BEST PLACE TO RETIRE Written by Juanita Fox Dave and Liz Givens moved to Garden Spot Village from Michigan in early-October 2018. A week later U.S. News & World Report named Lancaster the #1 place to retire.

Their Michigan friends immediately reached out to say, “You made the right choice!”...

Read more at:

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Invite your friends to

LOOK & LEARN TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

10:30am – 2pm

Get details & register at:

gsc.gl/looknlearn

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

5:30 – 7:30pm

Get details & register at:

gsc.gl/looknlearn

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GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE JANUA SUNDAY

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1 NEW YEARS DAY

**SIGN UP AT RESIDENT SERVICES

6 THREE KINGS DAY Worship Service 10am / C Rev Jack Estep Eternal Praise 7pm / C

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8:00 Ladies Brea 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 9-11 Frontier 10:00 Living w/L 1:00 Computer H 1:00 Crafts 2:00 Book Club

GAME NIGHT

8 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 2:30 LEFS Mtg GSCR 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR 7:00 Hymn Sing C

9 8:00 PA Farm Show** 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 Cottage Council BR 9:00 Global Missions GWCR 1:00 Quilt Class CR 1:30 Train Club GWCR 2:00 Creative Cards** AS

8:30 PARCR** 9:00 GSV Quilter 1:00 Computer H 1:00 Crafts 2:00 Light. Side P 2:00 Mindful 7:00 Bible Study

GAME NIGHT 13 Worship Service 10am / C Paul Hutton

14 8:00 Prayer Mtg. 9:00 Apt Council 9:30 Handbells 10:00 Caregivers 1:00 Library Mtg 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun

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15 9:30 Stained Glass** AS 12:30 Amish School Students 1:00 Card Connection** AS 1:00 Quilt Class CR 2 & 7 Sight & Sound Series T GAME NIGHT

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Worship Service 10am / C Rev John Meck **LBC / 1pm

21 8:00 Prayer Mtg. GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 2:00 Towne Mtg. C 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR

22 LOOK & LEARN 8:00 Women w/ Purpose 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:30 Stained Glass** AS 10:00 Culture Class T 11:15 Lunch Bunch**

16 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 9:30 Park City** 9:30 Ministry Fai 10:30 Sharing w F 1:00 Computer H 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Ladies Nigh 7:00 Bible Study 23 9:00 GSV Quilter 1:00 Computer H 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Bible Study

Yuriy & Friends | 7pm / C GAME NIGHT 27 Worship Service 10am / C Pastor Chet Yoder

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28 8:00 Prayer Mtg 9:30 Handbells 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun

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29 9:30 Stained Glass** 11:00 Ladies to Lunch** GAME NIGHT

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10 RESIDENT PHOTO DAY 9:30 Metal Shop GWCR 10:00 Essential Tremor BR 12:00 Red Chapeaux Luncheon** VP 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 3:00 Low Vision GT 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

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9:30 Village Voices 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 1:00 Chalk Couture** 2:00 Lanc Symphony** 7:00 Bingo

17 7:30 Men’s Breakfast 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 10:00 Bible Study/Sally GT 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 2:00 Hearing Loss GT 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

18 9:30 Village Voices 9:30 Woodshop Mtg. 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 11:15 Lunch Bunch**

24 9:00 Computer Club 10:00 Bible Study/Sally 11:00 Art Guild 1:00 Cross Stitch 1:30 Movies Oldies 6:30 Mah Jongg

25 9:30 Village Voices 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 10:00 Tubing** 10:15 Water Street

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JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 3 Souper Bowl of Caring

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

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PASTORAL SERVICES WORSHIP SCHEDULE JANUARY 6

Sermon: Rev Jack Estep Music: Jim Zimmerman

JANUARY 13

Sermon: Paul Hutton Mission Moment: Deb Reimers, Release Time

JANUARY 20

Sermon: Pastor John Meck Music: Lorraine Bradford

JANUARY 27

Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Chapel Quartet

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

Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services

UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS

JANUARY 2 & 16, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room Guest Speakers: Don Aldrich (1/2) and Dan Kolb (1/16).

JANUARY 3, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room

Guest Speaker: Eric Lin, IVEP Intern, will share stories and photos of China.

JANUARY 3, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room

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

JANUARY 8, TUESDAY Global Missions 9am, Gardens West Conference Room Guest Speaker: Richard Smith, Reformed University Fellowship, a ministry to college students.

JANUARY 9, 16, 23 & 30, WEDNESDAY Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7pm, Garden Towers

JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY Ministry Fair 9:30am, Garden Towers

Four local ministries will share opportunities for providing ministry to their clients.

See ad, this page.

JANUARY 17, 24 & 31, THURSDAY Sally Mittelstadt Bible Study 10am, Garden Towers Topic: Bible Women You Will Want to Meet Co-taught by Sally Mittelstadt & Liz Givens.

JANUARY 22, TUESDAY Women with Purpose 8am, Concord Room

We are now called Women with Purpose. After eating, we share our stories, our care, encouragement and laughter together. That is our purpose, companioning each other in this season of life. All women, who live alone, are invited.

A six week study of the Trinity begins in January and concludes in February.

COMMUNITY MINISTRIES OPPORTUNITIES!!

JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY Ministry Fair, 9:30am, Garden Towers

Missionary? Sunday School Teacher? Stephen’s Minister? Friendly Helper? Whatever your role has been in vocation or church, there are ministry opportunities for you in our surrounding community! Representatives from Ephrata Community Hospital, Lighthouse Vocational Services, Revelation of Freedom Ministries, and Potter’s House will be present to describe opportunities for GSV residents to provide pastoral care to their clients. Opportunities may include devotionals, Bible studies, and one-toone ministry. This event is being sponsored by the GSV Retired Clergy and Church Workers Association and is open to all GSV Residents. We will meet in the Garden Towers with coffee and pastry provided at 9:30am followed by presentations 10-11am.

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SATURDAY EVENING 7pm | GSV CHAPEL

CONCERT SERIES

JAN 19

Musical Theater

with Sarah Zahn & Andy Roberts Join Sarah and Andy for an evening of musical favorites, including songs by Strauss, Gershwin, Irving Berlin and more!

FEB 16

Jeff Coon & Friends Fulton Theatre

MAR 16

Lancaster Brass Quintet

APR 20

Richard Amoroso, cello & Asaki Nakagawa, piano Public Invited | Donations Accepted at the Door | Schedule Subject to Change 13

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.

JANUARY 2, WEDNESDAY Living with Loss Group | Topic: Who am I now?

10am, Board Room

The Living with Loss group is for persons who have experienced the death of a spouse, family member, or close friend. Those walking through grief often feel their identities and purposes change following the death of a loved one.

This can feel like an insurmountable task to figure out.

While there are no easy answers to questions such as Who am I? or What am I going to do? it can be helpful to discuss these new realities with others who truly understand. Call Jenny Snyder (6259) for more information.

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY Essential Tremor Support Group Topic: Caring and Coping — Open Discussion 10am, Board Room

Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to join us! We will be sharing challenges and victories; asking questions; and giving each other support and suggestions. This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY Low Vision Support Group Special Speaker: Dr Dan Strybos, Owens Optometrics Topic: Macular Degeneration Update 3pm, Garden Towers

Persons who have any type of visual loss will find their knowledge and independence enhanced by this program.

Call Mary Beth Villafane (6010) for more information.

JANUARY 14, MONDAY Caregiver’s Support Group Topic: Spirituality and Memory Loss 10am, Concord Room Special Speaker: Marian Harnish, GSV Associate Chaplain

The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village co-sponsor this support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. This month we are privileged to have one of our chaplains, Marian Harnish, share thoughts of how to minister to a person’s spirit when there are cognitive challenges. Bring your questions and advice so we can help each other 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).

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JANUARY 16, 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.

JANUARY 17, THURSDAY Hearing Loss Support Group — Special Event 2pm, Garden Towers

There will be a special presentation on assistive devices & information about resources for those with hearing loss. Contact Mary Beth Villafane (6010) if you have any questions.

JANUARY 22, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group Restaurant: Oregon Dairy 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 Oregon Dairy in Lititz. 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.

ON-LINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

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.

LOOKING AHEAD…

FEBRUARY 25, MONDAY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group 2pm, Garden Towers

*We have out grown the Theater. Please note change of location for 2019.* Garden Spot Village Parkinson 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. Contact Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

SOCIAL SERVICES CORNER

Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD

Happy New Year

BEST VERSION QUESTS Christmas shopping, with its search for best version gifts, has faded in the rearview mirror. Being a challenged gift giver, I’m not at all sorry about that!

Armed with a list, I was hopeful this year would be easy. But then came those dreadful moments while browsing online or staring at a store display when it suddenly wasn’t at ALL apparent which Eagles shirt/helmet combo was right for the 5 year old grandson or which eyeshadow pallet the 21 year old was thinking of. (Earth tones? There were at least 12 options!)

Another best version quest is now on the horizon.

One that, for some, involves making New Year’s Resolutions. What needs to be adjusted for the BEST ME to stand up in 2019?

Whether or not you find resolutions helpful, we all benefit from times of honest self-evaluation and reflection. Since character issues are at the core of who we are and what we do, my plan is to use the fruits of the Spirit list found in scripture as a yardstick for the past year and a guide for areas of improvement needed in the next year.

The best version of ourselves will be found by leaning into these life-giving words.

LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS, and SELF-CONTROL

The following information was provided by the Center for Medicare.

1.

The Medicare Dis-enrollment Period which ran from January 1 through February 14, is ending.

It is being replaced by the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period which will run January 1 through March 31. To change Medicare Advantage plans during this period, you must have been in an Advantage plan on January 1, and you can use this period one time only.

2. During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, a person already in an Advantage plan can: • Switch Medicare Advantage plans • Leave a Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare. They can also pick up a part D plan • Can add or drop Part D when switching plans • Beneficiaries cannot switch from one standalone drug plan to another drug plan Additional thought from our Social Service team for those of you with a Medicare Advantage Plan: always be aware of the need to check in-network/out-ofnetwork status for all providers and facilities from whom you may need care before selecting a plan.

Please see a social worker if you would like more information on what this means.

I wish you all the best in your quest for growth in 2019!

Sherilyn

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VOLUNTEER SERVICES

Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services

LIVES OF SERVICE: ED SMITH

“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”

–Fred Rogers After retiring from Shell Oil Co., Ed and Darlene Smith had a bit of extra time on their hands. They had settled in Gap after living in various locations across the country, simply because they loved the area and it was close to Ed’s parents in New Jersey. They attended church in New Holland.

When a visiting speaker from Garden Spot Village invited their congregation to consider serving as volunteers in the community, Ed and Darlene accepted the invitation and began volunteering regularly in December 2012.

Ed started by volunteering with therapeutic recreation in Skilled Nursing. He says, “When we started volunteering, we had no intention of leaving Gap. We simply wanted to be obedient to what God wanted us to do. As we learned more about Garden Spot Village, we realized the community had everything we needed. We thought we might eventually want to move here.”

After attending a Look & Learn, they met with Megan and decided that a carriage house with a two car garage and a loft would be a great option for them.

Eventually came faster than they had anticipated and Ed and Darlene moved into their carriage home in August 2014.

Over the past six years Ed has served a variety of volunteer roles. Together, he and Darlene ran Water Station #8 during the Marathon for the past four years. He has filled community birdfeeders with bird food and called Bingo in Mountain View. He also volunteers with physical therapy, transporting residents to and from their appointments. Ed says, “I enjoy playing the games – beachball volleyball and others – it’s fun!”

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Ed drives the trolley on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and serves as a new driver trainer. He enjoys driving the trolly, “Because I get to drive something!”

Plus, he loves to help people. “So often people say, ‘Thank goodness you are here.’ Or, ‘I was hoping I would meet you.’

It’s rewarding to help them.”

Additionally, Ed serves on a team of residents who help to stock Refresh Gifts & Essentials with the “essentials.” He purchases health and beauty items for the store as well as light bulbs, soap, candy and bulk items. He also shops on Monday and Wednesday mornings for bananas and checks expiration dates on the milk and other perishable items regularly. Deborah Fast, director of Volunteer Services, says, “Ed’s amazingly meticulous and dedicated, and has been a huge help with keeping the health and beauty aids stocked and also tracking expirations on all of the grocery items.”

Ed and Darlene also collect Styrofoam from four receptacles around campus approximately every other week. After collecting the Styrofoam, they take it to Dart Container’s foam recycling center in Leola, where it is recycled into new products.

Ed encourages others to volunteer saying, “First of all, it’s fun and rewarding. Second, as we were told, Jesus came to serve, not to be served, so we have an obligation to serve.”

And third, he says with a grin, “the pay is great!”

He adds, “If you’re feeling down and out, or bored, volunteer and help someone do something. I think you’ll find that you feel better afterwards.”

WELLNESS

WELLNESS ASSESSMENT Time To Evaluate the Wellness Wheel Get Rolling Forward In 2019 Cultivate your wellness through each facet of your life. Is your approach to overhaul and make some major changes, or to do some fine-tuning on your journey to wellness?

Wellness is a dynamic process of working toward achieving your maximum potential in each facet. All aspects of wellness are intertwined. Small changes in your everyday habits can make a big difference in how you feel, look and function. For example, exercise in not only heart-healthy, it also reduces stress, can be social and make you feel good about yourself. The goal isn’t perfection: it is balance. The first step is to assess your wellness. Stop at the Winter Wellness Carnival to pick up the wellness wheel assessment tool. Take time to fill it out and then call/email me, Lauren Graber (6228) or lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org, to set up an appointment to begin your 2019 wellness journey. Pick up a copy of the January Wellness calendar at the Wellness Lobby or Apartment Suites Lobby.

WELLNESS HIGHLIGHT: In Body Analysis The In Body 570 body composition analyzer, goes beyond traditional body composition analysis, measuring fat, muscle, and total body water. Total body water data can be divided into intracellular water and extracellular water, values important for understanding a user’s fluid distribution in medical, wellness and fitness contexts.

Sign up for your personalized analysis at the GSV Wellness Center, or Contact Mike Hertzler (6229) or mhertzler@gardenspotvillage.org.

Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

JANUARY 9, WEDNESDAY Mindful Eating 2pm, New Day for 2019

JANUARY 23, WEDNESDAY Winter Wellness Carnival 9am-3pm, Wellness Center at GSV

A variety of activities and information will be available regarding the 8 Facets of Wellness. Visit each Wellness Booth to keep your wellness wheel rolling.

JANUARY 24, THURSDAY Winter Wellness Carnival 9am-3pm, Village Park

Sign up at Resident Services to participate in our Winter Games; test your strength, flexibility and endurance.

JANUARY 25, FRIDAY Snow Tubing at Ski Roundtop, 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4:30pm

Cost: $26pp. Lunch is on your own, you can bring a lunch or buy one at the resort.

FEBRUARY 1, FRIDAY GO RED Day — Indoor Heart Walk 10:30am, Apartment Suites Lobby FEBRUARY 4, MONDAY Food For Thought — Heart Healthy Foods 2pm, Garden Towers FEBRUARY 12, TUESDAY Adventure trip — Bowling Mark your calendar. More info to follow.

FEBRUARY 22, FRIDAY Intercommunity Games 10am-3pm, Gardens West & South Conference Rooms Mark your calendar. More info to follow.

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CREATIVE CARD CLASS

January 8, Tuesday, 2pm, Art Studio

Make a new hands-on creative card. Sample on display in the Life Enrichment Office.

Teacher: Marie Diehl | Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.

CHALK COUTURE CLASS

January 11, Friday, 1-3pm, Art Studio

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

Create a canvas to enhance your home. Chalking technique will be taught. Overall size, 8"x10". Sample on display in the Life Enrichment Office.

Teacher: Lynne Kokotiuk | Cost: $15pp includes supplies Sign up at Resident Services.

CARD CONNECTION

January 15, Tuesday, 1pm, Art Studio

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY January 1-31

The Main Street Art Gallery, a month-long display featuring GSV resident artwork. Theme: Two-artist Show; Bill Dodds & Bruce Poulterer Two artists will display their artwork; Bill Dodds, Paradise, PA, features realistic pen and India Ink images in a Pointillism style. Bruce Poulterer, well-known watercolor artist from the Philadelphia area and future GSV resident. *NOTE: The February Main Street Art Gallery display will feature Birds, Flowers & Spring. All residents will be invited to exhibit a maximum of three, ready to hang paintings/photos. Please deliver artwork that is framed, labeled with your name and has not been shown within the last two years, to the Life Enrichment Office by January 31.

BOOK CLUB

January 2, Wednesday 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room

Book enthusiasts are invited to join the discussion based on the book People of the Book, author Geraldine Brooks. Pick up your copy at the ELANCO Library.

VILLAGE VOICES

January 4, Friday, 9:30am, Garden Towers

The Village Voices welcome new members for 2019!!!

Please join us for our first rehearsal in the New Year, January 4. No auditions required, but a sense of humor is vital. Add your voice to our group!

STASHBASHER QUILT CLASS

January 8 & 15 and February 5 & 19, Tuesdays 1pm, GS Quilt & Craft Room

Looking for a way to use up your scraps? Here’s a quilt that is a perfect way to start down-sizing those leftover fabrics. This single-block design goes together quickly with several design possibilities. Residents with all levels of experience are invited. Photo and sample block on display in Life Enrichment.

Teacher: Sally Rapp | Cost: Supplies at your expense.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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Make a winter card which could be very DEER. Teacher: Paula Schmauk | Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.

INTRO TO STAINED GLASS

January 15-February 12, Tuesdays 9:30-11am, Art Studio

Intro to Stained Glass, for beginners, teaches cutting glass, working with foil and lead, soldering, cleaning and polishing your project. Class size limited allowing one-to-one instruction. Teacher: Bonnie Lord.

Class Cost: $10pp (Free to Art Guild members) Materials Cost: $10pp Sign up at Resident Services.

ART LECTURE & DEMO

January 24, Thursday, 11am, Theater

Artists Bill Dodds and Bruce Poulterer, whose artwork is being displayed in the Main Street Art Gallery, will demonstrate Pointillism and Watercolors.

INSPIRE YOUR HEART WITH ART DAY January 31, Thursday

Join the GSV Art Guild in hands-on creative endeavors.

Look for displays, classes, and more throughout the day.

COMPUTER CLASS

February 18, Monday 1pm, Gardens South Conference Room (Sign up begins January 3)

Topic: Overdrive Join Sarah, ELANCO Library as we explore Overdrive!

Overdrive is a fast and easy way to borrow eBooks and more from your local public library. If you wish to follow along with the class, please bring a portable device with WiFi capabilities with you.

Cost: Free courtesy of ELANCO Library Sign up at Resident Services.

GARDEN SPOT V I LLAG E

Speakers Series 7pm | 1st Thursday | Garden Towers

JANUARY 3, THURSDAY

Speaker: Val Dunham, GSV resident | Topic: The Apple Jack Raid Book: Allegany to Appomattox: The Life and Letters of Private William Whitlock of the 188th New York Volunteers Author: Valgene Dunham, Syracuse University Press, 2013, Foreword by Bill Potter On September 7, 1864, William Whitlock, age 35, left his wife and four children in Allegany, New York, to join the Union army in battle. More than one hundred years later, the letters he wrote to his wife were found in the attic of a family home. These letters serve as the foundation for Allegany to Appomattox, giving readers a vivid glimpse into the environment and political atmosphere that surrounded the Civil War, from the perspective of a Northern farmer and lumberman.

Whitlock’s observations tell of exhausting marches, limited rations, and grueling combat. In plainspoken language, the letters also reveal a desperate homesickness, persistent expressions of concern for the family’s health and financial situation, and requests for news from home.

Dunham’s detailed descriptions of the war’s progress and specific battles provide a rich context for Whitlock’s letters, orienting readers to both the broad narrative of the Civil War and the intimate chronicle of one soldier’s impressions.

MYGSV MOBLE APP

Interested in taking MYGSV.org with you wherever you go?

Download the My GSV App in the App Store for iOS or the Google Play Store for Android.

The My GSV App allows you to browse the resident and staff directories, watch videos, read the Garden Variety and Weekly Announcements, peruse dining menus and much, much more.

DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY!

GSV-TV, Channel 956 — January Highlights MORNING VIDEOS AT 8am

GSV TV Channel 956

MONDAYS: Gaithers; Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music.

TUESDAYS: January Endeavor Episode with Scott Miller WEDNESDAYS: This is Sycamore Springs, January Episode with Scott Miller THURSDAYS: Travel with Purpose in North Carolina, from Destination Magazine

JANUARY FUN FEATURE: BRAIN TEASER MONTH

Watch GSV-TV, daily, to solve the Brain Teasers. Answer will follow.

EXAMPLE: I have a lot of keys but cannot open anything. What am I?

EXERCISING AT HOME: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 6am and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1pm REBROADCASTS: Towne Meeting is rebroadcast the same week, Tuesday, 7pm and Wednesday, 2pm & 7pm.

Sunday Worship Service is rebroadcast the following Sunday, 2pm.

NOTE: If you see

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

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LIFE ENRICHMENT JANUARY 2019 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! THURSDAY, JANUARY 3

TRIP SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater

REMEMBER: if you choose to arrive prior to 8am, place your name on the “I’m waiting for a #” paper. At 7:30am a volunteer will arrive and distribute #’s. Beginning at 8am, we will begin to call #’s.

Note – if you are not present when your # is called, you will be issued a new # in sequential order upon your return. Questions? Call Life Enrichment (6007) or (6133).

JANUARY 4, FRIDAY & JANUARY 16, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Travel with Garden Spot Village to Park City for great after-Christmas bargains.

Cost: $6pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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

Since 1916, Pennsylvania is proud to host the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country. This event held at the Farm Show Complex features livestock judging, cooking demonstrations, horses, entertainment, food and all aspects of farming and agricultural exhibits.

Cost: $6pp transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 9, WEDNESDAY **PARCR 8:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 4pm (Sign up begins January 3)

The quarterly meeting of Pennsylvania Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR) will take place at Bethany Village, Mechanicsburg. GSV residents are welcome to attend.

Cost: $10pp payable to PARCR for lunch; $6pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY **RED CHAPEAUX LUNCHEON & MOVIE 12noon, Village Park (Sign up began December 5) See page 7 for details.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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JANUARY 11, FRIDAY **LANCASTER SYMPHONY OPEN REHEARSAL 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up began December 5)

Designed to bring free live symphonic music to seniors and home-school groups, the Open Rehearsals teach and entertain. Cost: $6pp transportation.

Donations accepted.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 18, FRIDAY & JANUARY 22, TUESDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 11:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins January 3)

Lickity Split Down Under with its historic jail-side dining, will be the January Lunch Bunch excursion. Check out the menu featuring all things New Holland… Garden Spot Melt, NH Sales Barn Beef Dip, Rubinson’s Wrap and more. Menu dining, individual pay. Eight steps required to enter down under, a historic New Holland café. Menu dining.

Meal cost on own.

Cost: $0pp transportation (within New Holland Borough) Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 20, SUNDAY **LBC PRESENTS BYE BYE BIRDIE 1pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby 5:30pm approximate return (Sign up begins January 3) Lancaster Bible College presents the musical comedy Bye Bye Birdie, a loving send-up of the early 1960’s, small-town America, teenagers and rock and roll.

Cost: $21pp includes show with reserved seating and transportation.

Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 29, TUESDAY **LADIES TO LUNCH 11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins January 3)

Ladies to Lunch will travel to Cork & Cap, Lancaster, where fresh food and fresh vision come together. You’re sure to enjoy the no-nonsense recipes and historical ambiance.

Cost: $6pp transportation.

Meal cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

MARCH 12, TUESDAY **HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 7:30pm (Sign up begins January 3)

Travel with Garden Spot Village and Elite Coach to Philadelphia as we immerse ourselves in a day of history, fellowship and food. Visit the new Museum of the American Revolution which tells the dramatic story of our nation’s founding through gallery exhibits, theaters and historical scenes. Lunch will be at the historic City Tavern. Established in 1773, a Monticello menu will be served by period costumed servers. A visit to the National Constitution Center ends our day. Experience the live performance of Freedom Rings, then walk through The Story of We the People. Included with admission is the special feature exhibit Hamilton; the Constitutional Clashes that Shaped a Nation. Advertising flyer is available for pick up at Life Enrichment.

Cost: $99pp includes Elite transportation, Museum admissions and lunch.

Sign up at Resident Services.