April 2019 | A Publication of Garden Spot Village | Volume 11 Issue 4
Saturday, April 6 starting at 8am | 433 South Kinzer Avenue, New Holland, PA 17557 | 717.355.6000 | gardenspotvillage.org | info@gardenspotvillage.org |
Table of Contents Refresh Coffee Bar Ad 2 Around Town 2 Development 3 GSV Club Focus 3 Dining Services 4 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 Musical Memories 7 In the Theater 8 Marketing 9 April Calendar 10 Pastoral Services 12 Saturday Evening Concert Series 13 GSV TV - Channel 956 13 Social Services 14 Volunteer Services 16 Wellness 17 WellSpan Ad 17 Explore Something New... 18 Speaker Series 19 Trip Sign-Ups 20
8am–6:30pm Monday thru Friday 8:30am–4pm Saturday thru Sunday
April 5 & 6
MCC PA RELIEF SALE Harrisburg | www.pareliefsale.org April 11
LADIES NIGHT OUT
Woodcrest Retreat | www.woodcrestretreat.org April 11, 12 & 13
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, Amanda Weaver ILLUSTRATIONS
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AIDA, THE MUSICAL
Garden Spot High School | www.gspa.seatyourself.biz April 13
CAIRN HYMN SING www.cairn.edu/hymnsing April 26
MESSIAH SING-A-LONG
Westminster Presbyterian, Lancaster | www.messiahsingalong.com April 27
CHICKEN POT PIE DINNER Bareville Fire Co | www.barevillefire.com
For more Lancaster County Events: www.discoverlancaster.com
DEVELOPMENT
Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development
ANNUAL BUSINESS EXPO PLANNED FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 18 A Special Event for Residents, Future Residents and Staff Would you like to learn more about our local businesses? Is there a service you require, and would like to get more information on what is available? Would you like to learn what restaurants are around? Are you looking for a financial planner? A new doctor? A dentist? Residents, Future Residents and Staff are invited to attend the annual Business Expo on Thursday, April 18, 10am-2pm. Save the date for a fun opportunity to learn about the local community and what it has to offer. You can get information on local businesses, sample tasty treats, get discounts, and other helpful materials. We anticipate approximately 80 businesses will participate this year. Exhibitors will be located in Village Square, the Indoor Park, the Chapel and Chapel Lobby, and on Main Street. Residents will receive the exhibitor booklet in the campus in-house mail on Friday, April 12. As in the past, this booklet will provide you with the list of businesses attending and their location at the Expo. The committee members hope you will thank the exhibitors for participating. Funds raised from the fees for this event go to the Benevolent Fund. We look forward to seeing you there.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY OPPORTUNITY
A charitable gift annuity is a great way to help Garden Spot Village in the future and, at the same time, a charitable gift annuity guarantees a resident a fixed rate of income for life. There are also some possible tax benefits. Here are a few examples of single life rates. Age when gift is made Annual return for a single life 65 5.1% 70 5.6% 75 6.2% 80 7.3% 85 8.3%
Two-life charitable gift annuities are also available. To get a no-obligation example for your age(s), please contact Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development (6215). Your example will show your annual return and your possible tax benefits.
GSV CLUB FOCUS
Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment
LIBRARY
written by Amanda Weaver, GSC Marketing Intern For over 15 years the Garden Spot Village Library has been running day and night, cycling books in and out, new and old. But there is much more to the library than just books. There’s the sitting area to read books, play cards and computers to check email, as well as a large print reader to aid the eyes. A nice and simple set up. Some might even call it, the ‘best kept secret’ at Garden Spot Village. Behind this organization is the committee of 18, who all do their part faithfully. They not only sort, straighten and supply the books to the library, but they also take care of the library in Mountain View. While traditionally the book options were limited to three categories, mystery, Christian and non-fiction, the head of the committee, Nancy Jacobson, with the help of several others, has successfully been able to organize and expand the reading options. The library was started about 18 years ago, and over the 18 years the previous chairpersons, Marion George, Anne Gross and Nancy Wentzel established a solid foundation. Nancy Jacobson became the chairperson of the committee about 5 years ago. She always had a passion for books. After she went to college and became a school teacher, she then went back and received a Masters in Library Science. For many years she shared her passion and love of books with children. Every year in April, the Garden Spot Library has a book give away and open house to celebrate National Library week. This allows volunteers to rotate out old books and bring in new books. While the Library will occasionally buy books, most of the library is composed of donated books from residents. Garden Spot Village library is also accessible and connected to the ELANCO Library, which is located on the edge of the property. The connection between the Garden Spot Village library and the ELANCO Public Library allows residents to request and receive plus, drop off books from ELANCO and the Lancaster County Library System, without having to leave campus. While most visitors to the library often come to find a good book and read it, many will come on a regular basis to the tables in the library to play cards and games. Wednesdays seem to be the popular evening that people gather around to play and laugh. “They’re quite noisy, but they enjoy themselves and that’s what matters,” Nancy says. “It’s just a nice place for people to gather and relax.” See page 7 for details for the Library Open House on Wednesday, April 17.
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DINING SERVICES
Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager
Mindful Taste & Learn
with Dietitian Tara Phillips & Executive Chef Anthony Biscanti
Wednesday, April 10, 2pm, The Harvest Table TOPIC: HEALTHY ON A BUDGET
Easter Menu Easter Day, April 21 - Dining Hours 11am – 2pm; Closed Dinner THE HARVEST TABLE - Brunch Buffet and Stations – ($22.95) TERRACE DINING ROOM – (A la Carte Menu Pricing) Reservations will be required in TDR, call (6071). Meal Plans will be accepted. GSV Meal Plan Price - $19.51pp, Regular Price - $22.95pp
Soup Action Theme
Asparagus Vichyssoise OMELET STATION: Create Your Own Chef-inspired Omelet with Breakfast Potatoes, Fresh Cut Fruit and a Biscuit - (Harvest Table Only) CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST STATION: Your Choice of Warm Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse, Banana, Bacon, Peanut Butter Cream Cheese, Traditional Vanilla Bean with Warm Lancaster County Syrup
Entrées
CARVED ROASTED LEG OF LAMB: with Mint Infused Tea Glaze SPIRAL GLAZED HAM: Cinnamon Apple Compote, Maple Sugar Basted
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CRAB STUFFED WILD CAUGHT FLOUNDER PINWHEEL: Classic Lemon Butter Sauce, Fried Capers Romanesco with Lemon Oil • Country Mashed Potatoes • Baked Three Cheese Elbows Stewed Tomatoes • Assorted Deviled & Beet Eggs - Salad Bar Spring Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Crumble and Raw Honey Garden Spot Village Ice Cream • Mile High Carrot Cake • No Bake Cheesecake Parfait Assorted Easter Cupcakes • Hot Cross Buns
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 • April 26 • May 24 • June 28 • July 26 • August 23 • September 27 • October 25 • November 22 • December 27 To volunteer, contact Life Enrichment (6133)
YOUR TRASH IS A MINISTRY’S CASH April 1-30
Throughout the year we collect items for local non-profit organizations. In April, we will offer a special focus on these ongoing collections. Please donate eyeglasses for the Lion’s Club, envelopes with canceled stamps for the Benevolent Fund, soup/cereal labels for New Holland Elementary School, can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House and cell phones for soldiers. During the month of April, 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).
THANK YOU... Dear Garden Spot Village Volunteers, I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for volunteering so faithfully with Water Street. You have touched hundreds of hearts with your kindness. We are grateful for you! Wishing you a wonderful day, Heather & the Water Street team
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LIFE ENRICHMENT **Sign up at the Village Square Resident Services. APRIL 1, MONDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel
April is the month of rain, puddle splashing and more. Dale Fox, Hymn Sing leader, will have you Singing in the Shower – a fun theme indeed.
APRIL 2, TUESDAY Village Life Orientation 8:30am, Concord Room
Come to Village Life Orientation (VLO) to meet others who are experiencing new living at Garden Spot Village. RSVP to Life Enrichment (6077).
APRIL 2, TUESDAY Frontier Communications 9-11am, GSV Library
A Frontier representative is available the first Tuesday, monthly, to answer your questions and accept payment, 10-11am. A secure Frontier payment drop box is available 9-11am.
APRIL 2 & 23, TUESDAY Culture Class 10am, Theater See page 18 for details.
APRIL 2, TUESDAY WellSpan Health Talk 7pm, Chapel
See page 17 for details.
APRIL 3, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast 8am, Yoder’s Restaurant
Breakfast with friends or soon to be friends … it’s the culture of Garden Spot Village to meet someone and become instant friends. GSV ladies are invited to do just that, while enjoying breakfast together. Special Guest: Megan Bennett, GSV Sales Sign up is not required.
APRIL 3, WEDNESDAY Book Club 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room If you enjoy reading and discussing books with freinds, come to the GSV Book Club. April selection: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
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APRIL 4, THURSDAY Trip Sign Up 8am, Theater
See page 20 for details.
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel
If you are interested in the ins and outs of Village life, Coffee & Conversation is the venue with which to stay informed.
APRIL 4, THURSDAY **Lancaster Symphony Orchestra Open Rehearsal 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Speaker Series 7pm, Garden Towers See page 19 for details.
APRIL 5, FRIDAY & APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY **Mall Shopping 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm See page 20 for details.
APRIL 5, FRIDAY Race Day Bake Sale 2-6pm, Race Tent
The Race Committee invites you to bake cookies and other assorted baked goods to be sold to benefit the GSV Benevolent Fund. Packaged, priced, single-serve baked goods should be delivered to the Life Enrichment Office by 12noon April 5. All are welcome to purchase baked goods at the Race Tent.
APRIL 6, SATURDAY GSV 1/2 Marathon & 10K Start Time: 8am See page 9 for details.
APRIL 6, SATURDAY GSHS Travelogue 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby
The New Holland Kiwanis presents Travel Adventure Cinema Series. Shuttle transportation provided by GSV. Topic: Royal Inca Road Cost: $7pp at the door. Sign up is not required.
Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment
APRIL 8, MONDAY & APRIL 9, TUESDAY Council Meetings 9am, Board Room
Participate in Village Life by supporting your elected Council members. Guests are invited to watch Council address issues for the greater good. Apartment and Cottage Councils meet monthly.
APRIL 8, MONDAY My Visit to South Korea 2pm, Theater Speaker: Jim Shuman
Due to an overflow crowd in March, Jim will present a repeat program sharing the events surrounding his recent visit to South Korea. Pictures and talk.
APRIL 9 & 30, TUESDAY Ask-a-Nurse & Blood Pressure Check 8:30-10:30am, GS Health Clinic
WellSpan Home Health provides complmentary nurse services for non-emergency consults. No appointment necessary.
TUESDAY, APRIL 9 Crossroad Mennonite School 10am, Chapel
The students of Crossroad Mennonite School, a private school located in Earl Township, will present a program of singing.
APRIL 10, WEDNESDAY **PARCR 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
APRIL 10, WEDNESDAY **Reading Public Museum 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
APRIL 12, FRIDAY Veritas Academy 10am, Chapel
As participants in the Veritas Academy Service Day, students will visit Garden Spot Village. Performances will be provided by the Veritas 67 member choir and 14 member orchestra. Veritas teaches the value of providing enrichment to their neighbors and this repeat visit is very much appreciated.
LIFE ENRICHMENT
APRIL 12, FRIDAY & APRIL 27, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room
APRIL 18, THURSDAY GSV Business Expo 10am-2pm
APRIL 13, SATURDAY Musical Memories 1:30pm, Chapel
APRIL 18, THURSDAY New Holland Area Historical Society 7pm, Chapel
Bingo enthusiasts, don’t stay at home tonight. Come out and have a good time. You might also win a prize! Cost: $1pp
See ad below for details.
APRIL 15, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel
Village News, News, News … Hear All About It!
APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY Garden Club 9am, Gardens South Conference Room
All those who have GSV garden plots are invited to attend this spring planting meeting.
APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY Library Open House 10am-2pm, GSV Library
Celebrate National Library week by visiting the GSV Library. Free Books and refreshments.
An annual event, the GSV Business Expo affords you, a GSV resident, the opportunity to visit with local vendors learning about services and products they provide.
The New Holland Area Historical Society presents monthly programs of historical interest. Members and nonmembers are invited. See page 18 for details.
APRIL 19, FRIDAY & APRIL 23, TUESDAY **Lunch Bunch 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm See page 20 for details.
APRIL 20, SATURDAY Saturday Evening Concert Series 7pm, Chapel See page 13 for details.
APRIL 24-26 International Tattoo with Elite Coach Flyer available at Life Enrichment.
Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment
APRIL 25, THURSDAY Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day On April 25, over 3.5 million employers will participate in Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day. The 2019 theme, Workforce Development For All, will empower young people and inspire personal career development. Garden Spot Village is proud to participate in this day. Please greet and encourage the children of GSV team menbers when you see them today.
APRIL 26, FRIDAY **Spring Fling 1-2:30pm, Gardens West Conference Room The Varsity Club of Garden Spot High School challenges you to friendly games of shuffleboard, billiards and ping-pong. Come for the fun. Come for the snacks. Come to encourage the kids. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 29, MONDAY **LCSWMA Facility Tour 9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.
Pick up at GSV with (10) participants.
Musical Memories APRIL 13, MAY 4 & JUNE 1
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. 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 Public welcome! Public may register by calling 717.355.6000. Sign up is not required for GSV residents. Donations accepted at the door.
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Movies are subject to change depending upon availability. APRIL 1 & 15, MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen featuring:
Apr 1: Jack Benny Program. Abbott & Costello. Carol Burnette and Tim Conway plus the oldest Illinois Farmer on Johnny Carson. Apr 15: The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Red Skelton on the Johnny Carson Tonight Show.
APRIL 5 & 12, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm, Theater Feature: Green Book: Inspired by a true friendship that transcended race, class and the 1962
Mason-Dixon line. An Italian-American from the Bronx, is hired to drive a world-class Black pianist on a concert tour. Unexpected humanity and humor. PG-13 / 2h 10min / True Story / 2018
APRIL 16, TUESDAY Rick Steve’s Europe Series 2pm & 7pm, Theater Feature: The Holy Land / Israel & Palestine: Rick Steves is your perfect partner, guiding you
through cities, villages and off-the-beaten-path destinations. 1hr (2 x 30min) / 2015
APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater Feature: Christopher Robin: A working-class family man, Christopher Robin, encounters his
childhood friend Winnie-the-Pooh, who helps him rediscover the joys of life. PG / 1h 44min / Comedy, Adventure / 2018
APRIL 19 & 26, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am (cc), 2pm (cc), 7pm, Theater Feature: Let There Be Light: An atheist goes through a near-death experience before converting to Christianity. PG-13 / 1h 40min / Drama / 2017
APRIL 25, THURSDAY Movie Oldies, 1:30pm & 7pm, Theater Feature: THE SEARCH (no cc): A little Czech boy, Karel, survives Auschwitz and searches
post-war Berlin for his mother, Hanna. The boy meets an American soldier who teaches him English and wants to bring him to America. Meanwhile the boy’s mother is also searching the refugee camps for him. Warner Brothers / B & W / 104min / drama / 1948 / No cc
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MARKETING
R AC E W E E K E N D I S N E A R LY H E R E
After many months of planning, Race Weekend is nearly here! Many of you volunteer to help host the nearly 1,000 runners and their families and friends–thank you! If you’re not volunteering, we hope you’ll come out to participate in the action. The Kids Marathon starts at 6pm Friday, April 5 and the 1/2 Marathon and 10K starts at 8am, Saturday, April 6. It’s a great marketing event because people get the opportunity to experience authentic Garden Spot Village hospitality. Also, the proceeds from the day are donated to the Benevolent Fund and it’s an energetic and exciting day!
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 in the Directory or was not captured with in the last 3 years, please contact Gavin Sauder (6158) to have your Directory photo taken on Thursday, April 11 in the Theater.
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.
R E C EN T
April Endeavor
This is Sycamore Springs
Highlighting the Happenings of Garden Spot Village
Keeping you up to date on Phase 2 of Sycamore Springs
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B L O G
P O S T S
UNDERSTANDING THE WASTE STREAM Written by Amanda Weaver In July of 2018, recycling as we knew it changed for Lancaster County. Things that we used to recycle, like newspapers and take-out food containers, became no longer recyclable due to a new policy in China...
IT’S MORE THAN JUST A TR AIN Written by Art Petrosemolo My work as a feature writer for the Lancaster Newspapers’ weeklies in Lititz, Ephrata and Elizabethtown as well as Lancaster Farming and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette bring me in contact with some interesting people… Read more at:
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Invite your friends to
LOOK & LEARN TUESDAY, MAY 14 TUESDAY, JULY 16 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
10:30am – 2pm
Get details & register at:
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GSV AF TER WORK An evening event for people with busy daytime schedules. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
5:30 – 7:30pm
Get details & register at:
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2 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 2:00 Food for Thought GT 2:30 LEFS Mtg GSCR 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR 6:30-8 PCA&D Gallery Drop-in 7:00 Hymn Sing C
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8 Worship Service 10am / C Rev Jack Estep NH Band 1:45pm Depart
Worship Service 10am / C Rev Paul Dodge
3 8:30 VLO Concord 9-11 Frontier L 9:00 Bible Study/Sherry PR 10:00 Culture Class T 7:00 WellSpan Health Talk C GAME NIGHT
9 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:00 Apt Council BR 9:30 Handbells GT 10:00 Caregivers Concord 2:00 My Visit to S Korea T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR
Lenten Service 7pm / C 14 PALM SUNDAY
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8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9:00 Cottage Council BR 9:00 Global Missions GWCR 9:00 Bible Study/Sherry PR 10:00 Crossroad Menno. C 10:00 Wellness Adventure** 1:30 Train Club GWCR GAME NIGHT
15 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
16 9:00 Bible Study/Sherry 1:00 Card Connection** 2 & 7 Rick Steves’ Europe
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Lenten Service 7pm / C GAME NIGHT 21 EASTER
Worship Service 10am / C Pastor Chet Yoder
22 8:00 Prayer Mtg 9:30 Handbells 2:00 Parkinson’s 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun
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23 8:00 Women w Purpose Concord 9:00 Bible Study/Sherry PR 10:00 Culture Class T 10:45 Lunch Bunch**
8:00 Ladies Brea 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 10:00 Living w/Lo 1:00 Crafts 1:00 Computer H 2:00 Book Club 7:00 Bible Study
10 7:30 PARCR** 9:00 GSV Quilter 10:00 Scripture/S 10:00 Reading M 1:00 Crafts 1:00 Computer H 2:00 Mindful 7:00 Bible Study
17 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 9:00 Garden Clu 9:30 Ephrata Wa 10-2 Library Ope 10:30 Sharing w F 1:00 Crafts 1:00 Computer H 1:30 Beginning Dr 7:00 Ladies Nigh 7:00 Bible Study
24 9:00 GSV Quilter 10:00 Scripture/S 1:00 Crafts 1:00 Computer H 1:30 Beginning Dr 7:00 Bible Study
GAME NIGHT 28
Worship Service 10am / C Pastor John Meck
29 8:00 Prayer Mtg 9:00 LCSWMA Tour** 9:30 Handbells 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun
GWCR GT GWCR
30 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse 9:00 Bible Study/Sherry
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11 RESIDENT PHOTO DAY 9:30 Metal Shop GWCR 10:00 Essential Tremor BR 10:00 David Jeremiah DVD GT 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 2:00 Light. Side Players GSCR 3:00 Low Vision GT 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR
12 8:30 Act. Comm. 9:30 Village Voices 10:00 Veritas Academy 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 7:00 Bingo
18 BUSINESS EXPO 7:30 Men’s Breakfast 10:00 David Jeremiah DVD GT 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR 7:00 NH Hist Society C
19 GOOD FRIDAY 9:30 Village Voices 9:30 Woodshop Mtg. 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 10:45 Lunch Bunch** 1:30 Good Friday Service
25 DAUGHTERS & SONS TO WORK DAY 9:00 Computer Club BR 10:00 David Jeremiah DVD GT 11:00 Art Guild T 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 1:30 & 7 Movie Oldies T 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR
26 9:30 Village Voices GT 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks T 10:15 Water St Ministries 1-2:30 GSHS Varsity Club Spring Fling** GWCR
6 9:30 Village Voices 9:30 Park City** 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 2-6 Bake Sale 6:00 Kids Marathon
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PASTORAL SERVICES
UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS
APRIL 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, TUESDAY Sherry Hart Bible Study 9am, Prayer and Meditation Room Topic: The Incomparable Christ, from the book by J. Oswald Sanders
APRIL 3 & 17, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room
APRIL 10 & 24, WEDNESDAY Val Dunham Bible Study 10am, Garden Towers Topic: Scripture and Science
APRIL 14, SUNDAY Lenten Vesper Service 7pm, Chapel
Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services
WORSHIP SCHEDULE APRIL 7
Sermon: Rev. Jack Estep Communion
APRIL 14
Sermon: Rev. Paul Dodge Music: Lorraine Bradford
APRIL 21
Discussion Leaders: Merv Horst (4/3) and Mike Cormany (4/17)
Topic: God’s Story-Our Stories Speaker: Chaplain Marian Harnish Music: Chapel Quartet
Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Chapel Quartet
APRIL 3, 10, 17 & 24, WEDNESDAY Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7pm, Garden Towers
APRIL 19, FRIDAY Good Friday Service 1:30pm, Chapel
Sermon: Pastor John Meck Music: Villagers
April Topic: The book of 1 John
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room
Chaplain Chet Yoder, Don Gray, and Eric Lin will share photos and stories from the recent mission trip to Tarboro, NC.
APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 25, THURSDAY David Jeremiah DVD Series 10am, Garden Towers
APRIL 28
Theme: Places of the Passion Mediations from the Gospel of Matthew and Special Music
APRIL 23, TUESDAY Women with Purpose 8am, Concord Room
Jean Brown will share her and husband Judge Donald Brown’s story of being Held Hostage. Enjoy breakfast w/ other women who live alone.
Topic: Unstoppable: Putting on the Whole Armor of God
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
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room
A time for intercession and praise for specific prayer needs and answers. Join us for lunch at noon before the meeting.
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Prayer Shawl meeting 2:30pm, Prayer & Meditation Room
All GSV prayer shawl knitters are invited to a time with Chaplain Marian for an update about the prayer shawl ministry.
APRIL 7, SUNDAY Lenten Vesper Service 7pm, Chapel
Topic: God’s Story-Our Stories Speaker: Mark Hickson Music: Dale Fox
APRIL 9, TUESDAY Global Missions 9am, Gardens West Conference Room Guest Speaker: Richard Smith, Reformed University Fellowship
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GOOD WORKS INC.
TUESDAY, APRIL 9 3pm, Garden Towers
Homes should be safe, warm, and dry; but that isn’t true for everyone. Recently interest has been expressed at Garden Spot Village to assemble a crew to perform house repairs in our general area that would improve living conditions for low-income families. To this end, Bob Beggs, the president of Good Works Inc., has been invited to meet with those interested in order to discuss this opportunity and to see if we might partner with them. Good Works is a Christian nonprofit organization which has existed since 1988 to transform lives by repairing homes for low-income families and share the hope found in Jesus Christ. Repairs by Good Works are provided at no cost to the homeowners and volunteers do most of the work. If you have interest in this project, have skills, or just a willing heart and want to hear what Good Works is currently doing and what we at GSV can do, then please join us. More information from Don Aldrich (610-299-0713) or Cliff Anderson (484-557-8131).
SATURDAY EVENING 7pm | GSV CHAPEL
CONCERT SERIES
APRIL 20
The Beauty of French Music performed by Richard Amoroso, cello & Asaki Nakagawa, concert pianist
Richard Amoroso… An adjunct professor of music at Eastern University, Richard has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, United States Air Force Band and throughout the United States. Mr. Amoroso teams up with Asaki Nakagawa, concert pianist, to perform The Beauty of French Music. Learn more about the artist at richardamoroso.com Public Invited | Donations Accepted at the Door | Schedule Subject to Change
GSV-TV, Channel 956 — April Highlights MORNING MOVIES/VIDEOS AT 8am
MONDAYS: Gaithers; Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music. TUESDAYS: April Endeavor with Juanita Fox WEDNESDAYS: This Is Sycamore Springs, April Episode with Kelly Sweigart
GSV TV Channel 956
THURSDAYS: Preparing Sukuma Wiki with Chef Michael from Destination Magazine
APRIL FUN FEATURE: EASTER TRADITIONS
In 1991 a campaign was launched to replace the Easter bunny with the Easter bilby, or rabbit-eared bandicoot. Why the bunny hate? In Australia, rabbits are widely considered pests for destroying crops and land. Companies now make chocolate bilbies for Easter, with proceeds benefiting the endangered animals.
EXERCISING AT HOME: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 6am and Tuesdays & Thursdays, 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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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.
APRIL 3, WEDNESDAY LIVING WITH LOSS GROUP Topic: Death Valley: A Love Story 10am, Theater (Please note room change)
This film explores love, loss and the power of art. It illustrates the true grief journey of Carol Emerson, a therapist who shares through her art, poetry and journal entries, how she navigated the grief of losing her partner, Dr. David Nutter. “Each person I know can be lost,” Carol says. “To all who grieve and to all who love, we are in this together.” Herb Landis, LCSW, BCD, has been practicing the art of psychotherapy for over 25 years and specializes in grief. He will be providing input prior to the film and will lead a discussion following the film. Everyone is welcome to join this special presentation whether you are a regular attender of the Living with Loss group or not. Call Jenny Snyder (6259) for more information.
APRIL 8, MONDAY CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP Special Speaker: Joan Groh, Hospice & Community Care Topic: Caring for the Hospice Patient with a Dementia Diagnosis 10am, Concord Room
The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village cosponsor this support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. This month we are privileged to welcome Joan Groh as our resource person. Hospice patients, with a diagnosis that involves dementia, often deal with unique challenges and symptoms. During this presentation you will hear about the specialized resources that Hospice & Community Care has available to use when caring for this type of patient and supports offered to their caregivers and loved ones. 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).
APRIL 11, THURSDAY ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP Special Speaker: Elaine Ostrum, Pathways Center Topic: Grieving what I’ve Lost/Celebrating What I Still Have: Adjusting to Difficult Diagnoses 10am, Board Room
Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to join us! Ms Ostrum is a well-known local speaker on the topic of navigating adjustment issues that come with difficult diagnoses. She will share helps on the pathway of finding peace with a new normal. This gathering provides a caring community with whom to share challenges and victories of living life with Essential Tremors. It is a safe place to ask questions and, to both give and receive support and information. This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.
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APRIL 11, THURSDAY LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP Special Speaker: Dr Jonathan Andrews Topic: Dry Eye Syndrome 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.
APRIL 17, 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.
APRIL 22, MONDAY PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Facilitators: Sherilyn Lapp, Emelia Reifsnyder, Lucille Stoltzfus, Judy Shaffer Topic: Caring and Coping 2pm, Garden Towers We have outgrown the Theater. Please note change of location for 2019. Garden Spot Village Parkinson’s Support Group is designed as an educational and supportive help for individuals with the disease and their family members. This month, following group announcements, caregivers will go to a separate location for their own discussion. Folks with Parkinson’s disease will stay in Gardens Tower for an informal time of sharing and support. Free resources from the National Parkinson’s Foundation are available at the monthly meetings. Contact Sherilyn Lapp (6264) or Emelia Reifsnyder (6076) for more information.
APRIL 23, TUESDAY HEALTHCARE SPOUSE GROUP Restaurant: Olde Lincoln House 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. We will enjoy lunch and informal fellowship together at the Olde Lincoln House Restaurant in Ephrata. 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 to all at the GSV Hearing Loss Network site www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org. The site may also be used as a resident-only safe place to ask questions, compare notes, and share your own experience with hearing loss. Participate by creating a free account. Contact Mary Beth Villafane (6010) if you have questions or suggestions.
SOCIAL SERVICES CORNER
Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services
DEATH VALLEY: A LOVE STORY A film about Love, Loss and the Power of Art
Everyone is invited to this special presentation.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 10AM-12NOON, THEATER Grief and loss have touched every one of us. The film, Death Valley: A Love Story (2016) explores love, loss and the power of art. This film illustrates the true grief journey of Carol Emerson, a therapist who shares through her art, poetry and journal entries in how she navigated the grief of losing her partner, Dr. David Nutter. There is much focus in American society to view grieving and healing in a linear manner, stage like, with a neat and quick resolution. However, what we find in our stories is that grieving is messy and nonlinear. These landscapes shift as illustrated in Carol’s story and the circle of emotions ebb and flow like the tide, and time becomes our gentle companion. “Each person I know can be lost.” Carol says. Both her conscious and unconscious self are manifested in her poetry, dreams, art and journaling. The soul of our grief is taken into the places of our shared humanity that we know by our name. To all who grieve and to all who love, we are in this together. We’ll explore the landscapes of grief and the healing that can come through our own creativity, which we all hold within. Herb Landis, LCSW, BCD, has been practicing the art of psychotherapy for over 25 years and specializes in grief. He will be providing input prior to the film and will lead a discussion following the film. Herb, along with his colleague, Judith Kennedy, LPC, recently wrote Landscapes of Grief and Mourning: A Therapeutic Guide that accompanies the film, Death Valley: A Love Story (2016).
Pay your taxes. Carry an umbrella. BUT DON’T GET SCAMMED THIS APRIL! April is known for spring showers and taxes. The following fact about a day in April 2018 is something you may not know. Tax Day 2018 (April 17) saw more negative (or scam/fraudulent/nuisance) robocalls placed than any other day last year, according to a data analysis by Transaction Network Services, Inc., which counted almost 143 million high-risk calls made that day alone. (Pesce) The official IRS website (www.irs.gov) gives the following reminders to help protect us from those attempting to prey on fears during tax season. AN IRS AGENT WILL NEVER: • Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. Generally, the IRS will first mail you a bill if you owe any taxes. • Threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying. • Demand payment without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount they say you owe. • Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone. Works cited: (Pesce, Nicole Lyn. Here’s Why You’re Getting so Many Spam Calls. Marketwatch, 12 Feb. 2019)
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VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services
LIVES OF SERVICE: PAT LENHART
Pat Lenhart, who moved into her home at Sycamore Springs June 2017, loves her new community at Garden Spot Village. She says, “In my previous community, I was happy to be at home. I didn’t know my neighbors very well. At Sycamore Springs though, everyone is so friendly, and I have so much in common with everyone. I am much more social than I used to be.” Because Pat feels like a vital part of the community, she’s inspired to volunteer in a variety of roles. She delivers internal community mail to her neighbors’ mailboxes at Mulberry Commons each Friday. She also serves as an on-call volunteer in the Garden Spot Village gift shop. Being on call allows Pat flexibility to serve when it works for her schedule. She says, “As long as I’m free, I’m happy to volunteer.” Some weeks she works up to three shifts and other weeks she only works one shift. Occasional volunteer opportunities provide variety and allow Pat to keep a flexible schedule. She enjoys writing to a 5th grade boy at New Holland Elementary School as part of the GSV Pen Pal program, and she’s always happy to help when Volunteer Services calls and she has time. For example, she helped to fold the Garden Spot Village Christmas cards in November 2017, performed in a skit for the Resident Variety show in April 2018, modeled new fashions in the Refresh Fashion Show in September 2018, and helped to pack shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child in October 2018. One of the reasons Pat moved to Garden Spot Village was her lifelong friendship with Jeanne Lang and Marsha Dawson. She found herself driving to Garden Spot Village several times a week to visit so, when the new homes became available at Sycamore Springs, she chose a home that fit her needs. Her circle of friends has expanded significantly in the last two years. Participating in the Wellness Adventures like snow tubing and ziplining, introduced her to people she may not have met otherwise. Volunteering also connects her to new people. “It’s fun to volunteer,” Pat says. “I’ve gotten to know more people and everyone is so friendly. Garden Spot Village is a wonderful place to be.”
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WELLNESS
APRIL IS FINANICAL WELLNESS MONTH IN THE WELLNESS DEPARTMENT
There are Eight Facets to the Framework of your wellness. They are Fitness, Faith, Finances, Footprint, Food, FamilyFriends, Feelings and Focus. What is financial wellness? Financial wellness is the healthy balance between living for today while preparing financially for tomorrow. It’s not necessarily about being wealthy; it’s about achieving a state of mental well-being to feel in control over finances, it’s being prepared for the unexpected and being confident in financial decisions and the future. 3 STEPS TO ACHIEVE FINANCIAL WELLNESS: Steps and healthy habits to chip away at debt and build savings. 1. Control debt: Know what you owe and make a plan to control debt. • Pay off credit cards with high interest rates first — then get rid of them.
Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness
MARK YOUR CALENDARS… APRIL 1, MONDAY Food For Thought 2pm, Garden Towers
Topic: Slash the Salt – Discover New Flavors
APRIL 9, TUESDAY Adventure Trip – Go Karts & Games 10am, depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm
Cost: $35pp includes Go-Karts, 9 Hole mini golf, Arcade games, Billiards, Axe Throwing & bus Lunch on your own: pack a lunch or purchase at the snack bar. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 6-10 MONDAY - FRIDAY Lancaster Senior Games at Spooky Nook Sports Complex
There are a variety of events; pick up registration forms at Resident Services or at the Wellness Department. Please return completed form to Lauren Graber by Friday, April 5 so we can sign up as a team.
• Pay as much as you can on your smallest debts and pay at least the minimum on large ones — even modest accomplishments can be great motivation. 2. Spend smart: Live within your means. • Write down every expense for a month to see where your money is going. You may be able to identify extra money to apply to savings.
WellSpan HealthTalks Your goal is better health. We’ll help you get there.
• Make a realistic budget. • If you have two incomes, try to cover all your expenses with one and use the other for savings. • Before buying something, ask yourself if you really, really need it. Maybe wait a few weeks to decide. 3. Increase savings: Saving for emergencies or other expenses can give you peace of mind: • Give savings the same importance as paying bills, and save something from your income. • Many experts suggest putting at least 10% of your income into savings — and some recommend as much as 25%. Sound too hard? Start with one percent of your income and increase as your income grows. • Save enough in an emergency fund to cover at least six months’ worth of expenses — nine to twelve is even better. If you ever use it, rebuild it fast. Need a few more pointers?
Lung Cancer Detection and Early Prevention Join us for this FREE HealthTalk! Lung cancer can be serious. Early stage lung cancer can be treated. Learn about the benefits of low-dose CAT scan screenings of the chest. Find out who is at risk and who should get screened, why it is done, and what questions you should be asking about the low-dose CAT scan screenings.
Tuesday, April 2, 7 - 8 p.m. Garden Spot Village Chapel, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland
Speaker: Sheela Ahmed, MD, WellSpan Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Cost: FREE Register: Registration is required for these FREE health talks. Please visit WellSpan.org/Events or call (855) 237-4222 to register.
Visit AmericaSaves.org for a list of 54 ways to save money. Get more tips for building financial wellness with My Money Five from MyMoney.gov
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**BEGINNING DRAWING CLASS
April 17, 24 & May 1, 8, Wednesday 1:30pm, Art Studio (Sign up begins April 4)
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE
Instructor: Win Reber, art teacher & GSV resident This series of lessons is designed to help you put what you are looking at onto paper. If you want to paint, but cannot make the design work, you need to learn to draw. If you want to sculpt, but cannot make the design work, you need to learn to draw. If you want to do line drawings, learn to draw. If you want to create an effective design, learn to draw. This class is just what you need. Supplies needed: Two pencils and unlined paper… Plan on attending all four classes. Cost: $15pp non-members, Free for Art Guild members Class limit: 12 Sign-up at Resident Services.
NEW HOLLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ART GALLERY DISPLAYS
April 1 - 30 The Main Street Art Gallery
Themes: PA College of Art & Design, Destination Magazine competition
Myrtle Tremblay; An Ever Changing Scene
Apartment Suites Display Case
April 18, Thursday, 7pm, Chapel Topic: Liberty Warbirds
A presentation about restoration of a Vietnam War era Huey Helicopter.
GSV ART GUILD PRESENTATION
April 25, Thursday, 11am, Theater April topic: Life of Robert Henri (“Hen rye”)
April 2 & 23, Tuesday, 10am, Theater Join Eric Lin, IVEP, as he shares about his homeland of China. April 2 Topic: Government & Education April 23 Topic: Christianity in China
Win Reber, in his thoroughly researched and entertaining manner, will look at Cincinnati born American Artist, Robert Henri. Mr. Henri, was commonly thought by many as the originator of the Ashcan School Movement with his new approach to Impressionism, a very influential lecturer and teacher of young artists, member of the Eight and Philadelphia Charcoal Group and rebel practitioner in Philadelphia, New York, Ireland, Santa Fe and France. Come ready to be surprised and amazed at Win’s findings.
WELLSPAN HEALTH TALK
CURIOSITY STREAMING
See page 17 for details.
COMPUTER HELP
A BRAND NEW Theater opportunity… Curiosity Streaming, growing curious minds, features BBC awardwinning documentaries about nature, history, space and other topics. May Topics: Yellow Stone in the Winter, The Temples of Egypt & The Power of Volcanos.
Courtesy of the ELANCO Library, volunteer computer help is available. No appointment necessary.
**BERMUDA BAG CLASS
Theme: Goebel Easter Egg collection of Darlene Smith
CULTURE CLASS
April 2, Tuesday, 7pm, Chapel
April 3, 10, 17 & 24, Wednesdays 1-2pm, GSV Library
SPEAKER SERIES
April 4, Thursday, 7pm, Garden Towers See page 19 for details.
CARD CONNECTION
April 16, Tuesday, 1pm, Art Studio (Sign up begins April 4)
SWING into SPRING and create a card for someone special. Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.
May 5 & 19, Sunday, 7pm, Theater
May 13 & 20, Monday 1-3pm, Garden South Craft Room (Sign up begins April 4)
Teacher: Sally Mittelstadt Use a GSV sewing machine or bring your own. Make your summer purse using the colors you prefer. Purchase the pattern and supplies prior to the start of the class. The materials list and samples are on display in the Life Enrichment Office. Sign-up at Resident Services by May 11.
**GETTYSBURG COLLEGE CIVIL WAR INSTITUTE June 15, Saturday 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 19 for details.
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G A RD EN SP OT V I LLAG E
Speakers Series 7pm | 1st Thursday | Garden Towers
APRIL 4, THURSDAY Speaker: Dr. Mike Weed Topic: The Amazing Butterfly Mike, a recently retired family doctor from Landisville, is a selfproclaimed naturalist who has raised butterflies in his back yard for over 20 years. His presentation will include details about the monarch butterfly life cycle, causes of the monarch’s rapidly declining numbers and how you can help by adding habitat to your area.
MAY 8, WEDNESDAY **WASHINGTON DC MUSEUMS 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9:30pm (Sign up began February 5)
Travel with Garden Spot Village and Elite Coach to Washington DC. Explore the National Museum of African American History, the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history and culture. We’ll also visit the National Museum of the American Indian, housing one of the world’s largest and most diverse collections of its kind. Enjoy lunch along the Georgetown Waterfront at Tony & Joe’s Seafood Place. Cost: $113pp includes Elite transportation, driver gratuity, museum admissions and lunch. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 9, THURSDAY **FULTON THEATER 12:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up begins April 4)
Show: Sophisticated Ladies—A combined group of residents and future residents are invited to experience Fulton Theater’s performance of Sophisticated Ladies, complete with a pre-show theater walking tour. Tickets, courtesy of Fulton Theater and Garden Spot Village sponsorship. Seating is limited. Cost: $6pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 11, SATURDAY **LADIES TEA & FASHION SHOW 12noon, Village Park (Sign up begins April 4)
Invite your daughters, granddaughters, sisters and friends to the Garden Spot Village Ladies Tea. Wear bright spring colors, hats optional. Experience a delicious tea complete with scones, tea sandwiches, petite desserts and tea, of course. The event will be a fashionable one as ladies model lovely Refresh Store fashions and accessories. Seating is very limited, so sign up choosing your table. Cost: $18pp Sign up at Resident Services
JUNE 15, SATURDAY **GETTYSBURG COLLEGE CIVIL WAR INSTITUTE 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby 9pm approximate return (Sign up begins April 4) Garden Spot Village has received a special invitation to participate in a one-day Civil War Educational Excursion (part of a broader 3-day conference). Over 35 leading Civil War historians will present Nat Turners Rebellion, combat experience of Civil War soldiers, Embattled Freedom and much more. Your day includes not only four fantastic presentations (choose from a broad selection of topics), but also lunch, dinner and an after-dinner battlefield tour. The 2019 conference will offer something for everyone! Cost: $81pp includes presentations, 2 meals, tour and transportation. A great deal (3-day conference = $600+) Sign up at Resident Services. Deadline: May 1
JULY 11, THURSDAY **APOLLO 50TH ANNIVERSARY 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9:30pm (Sign up begins April 4)
In honor of the Apollo 50th Anniversary, GSV travels to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, as well as, the Steven Udvar-Hazy Center. Experience special commemorative displays including Neil Armstrong’s Apollo 11 spacesuit, on display for the first time in 13 years. Additional details available in the Travel in Style with GSV booklet. Cost: $109pp includes museum admissions, lunch in Washington DC, Elite Coach transportation, all gratuities.Sign up at Resident Services.
**AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE MAY 14, TUESDAY & MAY 16, THURSDAY 2-DAY INTRODUCTION TO DRIVER SAFETY MAY 21, TUESDAY 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. Cost: $15pp AARP members / $20pp non-members Checks payable to AARP and required at class. Please note, this course will not be billed to your GSV account.
Take Me Out To The Ball Game!!! MAY 23, THURSDAY **BARNSTORMERS VS NEW BRITAIN BEES 9am depart apartment Suites Lobby Game Time: 11am (Sign up begins April 4)
Celebrate Older Americans Month at the Barnstormers. This special senior living community day features Senior Health Fair, participation in on-field activities and more. Cost: $14pp includes game & transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
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LIFE ENRICHMENT APRIL 2019 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! THURSDAY, APRIL 4
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).
APRIL 4, THURSDAY **LANCASTER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OPEN REHEARSAL 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up began March 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.
APRIL 5, FRIDAY & APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm Park City 4/5 Ephrata Walmart 4/17 Cost: $6pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 7, SUNDAY **NEW HOLLAND BAND 1:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Join the New Holland Band as they open their 2019 season with Main Street USA. Featured this year will be Marches, timeless Patriotic renditions and more. Cost: $6pp transportation. Purchase concert tickets on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 10, WEDNESDAY **PARCR 7:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm (Sign up began March 5)
PA Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR) meets quarterly to address topics of interest residents to residents. Hosting Community: Quincy Village Cost: $10pp payable to PARCR, day of $6pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.
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APRIL 10, WEDNESDAY ** READING PUBLIC MUSEUM 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm (Sign up began March 5)
Travel with the Art Guild to the Reading Public Museum for a guided tour of the Rembrandt & Contemporaries Exhibit. Time will be given to explore the exhibits of Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Pre-Columbian art, as well as, the museum shop. Cost: $21pp non-members $15pp Art Guild members Cost includes admission, bus and box lunch. Be sure to designate your lunch selection. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 13, SATURDAY **CAVOD THEATRE 6:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm
A new dramatization captures the charm and excitement of the enduring classic, Anne of Green Gables. The play faithfully recreates the memorable events and characters from the novel. Cost: $17pp reserved priority seating. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 16, TUESDAY **CARD CONNECTION 1pm, Art Studio (Sign up begins April 4)
SWING into SPRING and create a card for someone special. Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 19, FRIDAY & APRIL 23, TUESDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins April 4) If you enjoy seafood, and even if you do not, Red Lobster, Lancaster, is a great place to gather with friends. Hearty portions, tasty selections and those all-famous cheddar biscuits make Red Lobster a delicious Lunch Bunch choice. Cost: $6pp transportation. Meal cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
APRIL 24-26, WED-FRI **THE INTERNATIONAL TATTOO Garden Spot Village and Elite Coach partner to offer The International Tattoo Tour. This multi-day trip includes Williamsburg, Nauticus featuring the Battleship Wisconsin, Elizabeth River Cruise and the Virginia Tattoo with its military bands, drill teams and more. Advertising flyers available at the Life Enrichment Office. Sign up (began January) and payment directly with Elite Coach.
APRIL 29, MONDAY **LCSWMA FACILITY TOUR 9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm (Sign up begins April 4)
Are you fascinated by what happens to our trash, recycling and more? Take part in a group tour of the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA). See and hear about both the Lancaster Transfer Station and the Waste-to-Energy Facility. A driving and walking tour is planned. Closed toed shoes required. Returning early afternoon, bringing a brown bag lunch is suggested. Cost: $6pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
MAY 2 & 30, THURSDAY **DINE AROUND THE WORLD 11am depart Apartment Suite Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins April 4)
Experience international foods without traveling around the world. Named after the owners three daughters, Three Sisters Park, Ephrata, features Cambodian, Thai and Khmer cuisine. Cost: $6pp transportation. Meal cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
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