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LET'S CELEBRATE! See pages 2 & 3 for details.
JULY 13, 2010 - Dedication Ceremony for the newly constructed Garden Spot Village Conservatory.
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Table of Contents Celebrating 25 Years 2 Early Voices 3 Development 4 Ice Cream Trail 4 Dining Services 5 Life Enrichment 6 Grands & Kids Camp 7 Barnstormers 7 Around Town 7 25th Anniversary Dinner 8 Marketing 9 August Calendar 10 Pastoral Services 12 Social Services 13 GSV Farmer's Market 14 Making a Difference 15 GSV TV, Channel 956 15 Volunteer Services 16 Theater Experiences 17 Wellness 18 Explore Something New 19 Sign-Up 20
DID YOU KNOW? You can view this issue of The Garden Variety online at: gsc.gl/cq82brf
YEARS
1996—2021
Look for monthly SPECIAL EVENTS Grands & Kids Camp celebrates Garden Spot Village’s 25th Anniversary! Be sure to sign up to receive your grandchild’s Adventure Box as part of the 2021 Grands & Kids Camp. Camp participation through June, July & August, requires registration. Sign up at Resident Services. PUBLISHER Garden Spot Village OUR MISSION We will enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s love. EDITOR Colleen Musselman TYPESETTER Jen Miller GRAPHIC DESIGNER Brandon Adams PROOFREADERS Ruth Buehler, Juanita Fox, Samantha Stone
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Social Services
THE BEST ME, FLOURISHING AT GSV To celebrate our community’s 25th anniversary, Social Services is meshing our professional motto with our community’s mission “to enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s love” and asking residents to show us The Best Me, Flourishing at GSV. See page 13 for more details.
SAVE THE DATE
SEPTEMBER 8, WEDNESDAY **25th Anniversary Dinner with the Queen & Joust See page 8 for details. SEPTEMBER 8, WEDNESDAY 25th Anniversary Fireworks 8pm, GSV
EARLY VOICES: PEG FRIDAY
Throughout 2021, as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Garden Spot Village, we will include the insight and memories of some of the Early Voices who knew the Weaver Family or were involved in the beginnings of Garden Spot Village. Written by Juanita Fox, Storyteller
Peg and Dan Friday’s journey to Garden Spot Village started at the Groves Campground in Fort Myers, Florida. Each winter, Dan and Peg spent three months at the campground, escaping Pennsylvania’s harsh winters. They quickly made friends with other Pennsylvania campers, including Marjorie and Howard Milbourne and Verling and Thelma Etter. Eventually, George and Jane Downes became part of this group. When the friends returned to Pennsylvania, they met monthly for lunch or dinner. In the summer of 1996, at one of their monthly gatherings, Howard laid out his vision for the next step in retirement: Garden Spot Village. The other couples were intrigued, but noncommittal that afternoon. Shortly after that luncheon, Dan and Peg found themselves in Lancaster County. They casually drove by Garden Spot Village. They liked what they saw and put their name on the waiting list. They hoped to move in 3 to 5 years. When they received a call in the winter of 1997 saying that in spring 1998, a home would be available to them, they were a little uncertain. Because Marjorie and Howard seemed settled and happy in their new community, Dan and Peg decided to move, too. Dan and Peg packed up and sold their home in Yardley, moved everything to storage in New Holland and headed off to Florida just after Christmas in 1997. On April 1, 1998 they moved into their home in Primrose Court. Peg remembers, “It was wonderful to move to Garden Spot Village. I called Marjorie the day after we moved in to say, ‘I’m so happy. It’s been a wonderful journey to live here.’” Over the years Dan and Peg connected with their neighbors and built deep friendships. Peg says, “Our court is a very friendly group of people. In the early years we would walk, as a group, each evening from our cottage all the way down to the apartments. We enjoyed walking and talking.” Most winters, the majority of their neighbors in Primrose Court would head to Florida for several weeks. Peg began to organize luncheons in Florida with Garden Spot Village friends (from Primrose and beyond!). One year, 48 Garden Spot residents gathered for lunch in North Port, Florida. “It was so much fun to see each other because we had become friends,” Peg reminisces. Peg enjoyed volunteering with Share & Care, helping with the Best Kept Secrets Tour and playing Mahjong. She enjoyed helping with the Garden Spot Village Marathon, singing with Village Voices and taking day trips with Life Enrichment. For many years, she helped with the annual picnic at Overly’s Grove and coordinated the Christmas House Tour at Garden Spot Village. She also remembers helping with the Open House for Village Square. Bonnie Gehrig, the marketing director at the time, asked if she would help to arrange flowers for the event. Peg, Bea Neely and Joyce Urbine headed to Flower and Craft Warehouse to purchase flowers and vases for 35 arrangements. “I was so pleased and so proud to be part of that project. It was an honor to decorate the building and help it look beautiful.” “It’s been fun to watch Garden Spot Village grow. The changes over the years have been really wonderful. They made it a home for all of us,” Peg says.
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DEVELOPMENT
Linda Dodge, Director of Development
TRADITIONAL FALL FESTIVAL IS BACK SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9 The Fall Festival committee is pleased to share that the traditional Fall Festival will return Saturday, October 9. You will have the opportunity to bid on items in the silent auction, shop at the country store and craft tables, and enjoy delicious food. Children will have fun at the children’s activity area. The Apple Pie contest is always popular and will take place again this year. As in past years, we will be having days to collect items for the silent auction and the country store. The first collection day is scheduled for Tuesday, August 17 and the second date is Thursday, September 2. Both days will be from 9-11a.m. The committee is asking for the following items to be donated on collection days for the silent auction: 1. Handcrafted items 2. Artwork 3. Gift Baskets (This is a great opportunity for individuals and neighborhoods to create baskets) We are also looking for one-of-a-kind opportunities for the silent auction. Could you teach a special craft, demonstrate how to bake bread, offer a fishing experience or other activities that highest bidders could win? For the Country Store, we are looking for new items. You might have something that you will never use that you could donate. More information about Fall Festival will soon be available. Meanwhile, please put this date on your calendar and invite your family and friends.
Ice Cream Trail
August
GSV has created a brand-new twist on the Ice Cream Trail of the past. Travel with GSV to experience homemade ice cream as never before. • August 10 & 11: Oregon Dairy, Lititz • August 24 & 25 Hayloft Ice Cream, Groffdale 12:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm Cost: $8pp GSV transportation. Ice cream cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.
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DINING SERVICES
Christy Turner, Sodexo, General Manager
Seafood Boil
Tuesday, August 17 & Wednesday, August 18 Garden Spot Village Aeroponic Greenhouse Appetizers begin at 5:30pm Chef’s Choice of Appetizers Low Country Seafood Boil: Shrimp | Clams | Lobster Tail | Sausage Lancaster County Corn on the Cob | Potatoes | Seasoned Broth with Drawn Butter Roll with Butter Lemon Blueberry Buttermilk Cake With Lavender Scented Cream $27.95 Per Person, Meal Plan Discounts will be applied | Limited Seating Available for Each Night Sign up at Resident Services beginning August 1
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LIFE ENRICHMENT ** All NEW sign-ups begin August 3
AUGUST 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, MONDAY Ask-a-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check 9-11am, Gardens West Health Center
Courtesy of Continuous Home Care. No appointment necessary.
AUGUST 2, MONDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, GSV-TV
Feature: Gerald Wolfe Atlanta Hymn Sing Mark your calendar to join us in September for a return to an in-person Hymn Sing.
AUGUST 3, TUESDAY Village Life Overview 9am, Concord Room
Becoming a part of the greater Garden Spot Village community can be a new and exciting adventure. If you have recently moved to GSV and are navigating this new path, we welcome you to join VLO. Attendance is limited. RSVP (6077).
AUGUST 3, TUESDAY Frontier Communications 9-11am, Resident Services
A secure Frontier payment drop box will be available. The drop box will no longer be placed in the GSV Library but can be found at Resident Services.
AUGUST 5 & 19, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel
All are welcome to attend Coffee & Conversation. Q & A time will be allotted in-person or by calling 717-298-0030.
Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment
AUGUST 13, FRIDAY **Outdoor Movie Night 8-10pm, Pavilion Movie Feature: Freaky Friday 1976 / G / Comedy
Grands & Kids Camp invites you to come to the outdoor theater, roast marshmallows and enjoy the show. Bring a blanket or chair for your own comfort. S’more ingredients provided. Sign up at Resident Services.
AUGUST 16, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel
Towne Meeting is held the third Monday, monthly. GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.
AUGUST 20, FRIDAY Glow Party 7-8pm, Pavilion Fire Pit
Gather around the fire pit and enjoy an evening with neighbors and friends. S’mores kits will be provided, courtesy of GSV.
AUGUST 22, SUNDAY Trivia Night 7pm, Concord Room
Form your team of 2 to 4 players. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. Send your team members and captain names to Don Robbins at drobbins@ptd.net
AUGUST 26, THURSDAY Dining Ambassadors 2pm, Concord Room
Join GSV Dining Services for an interactive discussion of all things Dining Services. Seating is limited.
Wagon Concerts
Wagon Concerts return to GSV! Be sure to gather at the designated Wagon Concert stops so you don’t miss the music. The wagon will follow the path of Linden to Weaver to Wintergreen to Sycamore Springs, 6 stops in all. Rain location, Chapel. 8/4 Bailey Reiff, Maple Farm Team Member beginning 10am
AUGUST 6, FRIDAY **Shopping Shuttle 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby 11:30am approximate return See page 20 for details.
AUGUST 9, MONDAY & AUGUST 10, TUESDAY Council Meetings 9am, Forge (8/9) Apartment Council (8/10) Cottage Council
Wood Shop Open House FRIDAY, SEPT 10, 10AM-6PM & SATURDAY, SEPT 11, 8AM-4PM
Join us to take a tour of the newly renovated Garden Spot Village Wood Shop! The Wood Shop will also offer a collection of handcrafted wood items for sale. Sales will benefit the Benevolent Fund as well as the Wood Shop.
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S'mores & Movie Night Grands & Kids are invited to come to the outdoor theater, roast marshmallows and enjoy the show. Bring a blanket or chair for your own comfort. S’more ingredients provided. Sign up for Grands & Kids Camp by visiting Resident Services.
Lancaster Barnstormers Games are in full swing and we’re going to cheer on the home team! WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 LEXINGTON LEGENDS VS BARNSTORMERS
Wiener Wednesday – Enjoy $1 Berks Hot Dogs - all game
ALL GAMES: 5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby | 6:30pm Game Time Cost: $17.50pp includes game and transportation Limited seating. Sign up at Resident Services.
Around Town
New Holland Summer Arts Association presents 2021 ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK 6:30pm
GSV Shuttle Service departs Apartment Suites Lobby
7:00pm
Concerts begin at the New Holland Park
Concert schedules are available for pick-up at the Apartment Suites Welcome Center.
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Please Join Us! 25th Anniversary Celebration
Dinner with the Queen
YEARS
Wednesday, September 8 1996—2021
(Raindate: Wednesday, September 15)
Enjoy a fabulous medieval feast with all the fixings, served in the great outdoors under a shady canopy. Travel back in time as Roundtable Productions fills the afternoon with sights and sounds of a medieval festival including intricate costumes, juggling, music and a live joust. A GSV resident exclusive event, tickets must be purchased ahead of time. Cost: $25pp (choice of 2pm feast or 5:30pm feast) includes medieval dinner & theater performance. Limited seating / Tables of 6 / Sign up at Resident Services / Joust is free for all
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MARKETING
Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer
I N T EREST ED I N D OWNSIZI NG? Garden Spot Village residents have the opportunity to move within the community. Often people will choose to move from a cottage or carriage home to an apartment. If this is something you are considering, we invite people to plan for the move. You will be better set up for success when you plan! What’s involved? You can join the Radar Screen for the new home of your choice for a $500 transfer fee. As long as you are downsizing (moving from a larger space to a smaller space), you may not need to pay an additional entrance fee. Be sure to ask, though, so you have the information you need. Renovations for your new home are based upon the 13-year refurbishment schedule in the Resident Handbook. The closer you get to the 13-year refurbishment, the more GSV will cover the cost to renovate your new home. If you have met the 13-year mark and forgo the refurbishment of your current home, GSV will refurbish your new home at no cost to you and cover moving expenses. If the apartment is in good shape, you can choose to not have a complete refurbishment done to save cost. Please note: Residents are given priority access for Radar Screen, but wait time can vary depending upon your preferences. Kelly Sweigart, sales associate says, “A common mistake I see is that people come to me in October hoping they can move before the end of the year. It takes 60 days to renovate the apartment so that must be factored into the timing.”
L A N C A S T ER B A LL O O N F E S T I VA L D I R E C T O RY
P H O T O S
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 — SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
If your photo is not currently included in the Directory or was not captured within the last three years, please contact Resident Services (6000) to make an appointment for one of our upcoming photo days.
V I D E O S
Garden Spot Village is the title sponsor for the Lancaster Balloon Festival. Watch for details on free tickets, VIP passes, shuttles to the event and more!
To learn more about the festival, visit
WWW.LANCASTERBALLOONFEST.COM
Invite your friends to
L O O K & LE A R N
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24 August Endeavor
with Juanita Fox, Director of Media Experiences and Storytelling Highlighting the Happenings of Garden Spot Village
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THURSDAY, MAY 12
10:30am–12pm Get details & register at:
gsc.gl/looknlearn
Top 10 Ice Cream Shops in Lancaster to Visit This Summer Written by Samantha Stone There’s no better way to celebrate summer than to visit one of the many shops scooping handmade ice cream right here in Lancaster County! Listed below are just a few of the... Read more at: gsc.gl/ur873z
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PASTORAL SERVICES WORSHIP SCHEDULE
10am, Chapel AUGUST 1
Message: Rev. Jack Estep Music: Dale Fox/Chet Yoder Communion
AUGUST 8
Message: Rev. Eric Ritz Music: Chapel Quartet
Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services
UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS AUGUST 3, TUESDAY Lectio Divina Prayer Gathering| 1:30pm, Gardens South Conference Room
A gathering around the scriptures which includes reading, reflection, and meditation. Contact Chaplain Karyn (6235) for more information.
AUGUST 4 & 18, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship | 9am, Groups meet in various places Continuing the study “Life Lessons from Romans.” Contact Don Aldrich 610-299-0713 for information.
AUGUST 15
AUGUST 5, THURSDAY Widowed Men’s Gathering | 8am, Concord Room
AUGUST 22
AUGUST 5, THURSDAY Women’s Bible Study | 10am, Garden Towers
AUGUST 29
AUGUST 10, TUESDAY Women In Community | 9am, Concord Room
Message: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Bob Straton Message: Pastor John Meck Music: Ladies Ensemble Message: Rev. Paul Dodge Music: Chapel Quartet
All widowed and single men are invited.
Study of 1 Peter looking at Hope, Hardship, Holiness & Hardiness: taught by Sally & Liz
A time for conversation with other women and Chaplain Karyn.
AUGUST 19, THURSDAY Men’s Breakfast at Yoders | 7:30am, Yoders Restaurant
Food, Fellowship, and a Devotional by Titus Kauffman from Petra Church.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• Book Introduction by Doug Hershey “Jerusalem Rising” | Wednesday, September 1, 7pm, Chapel • Meet the Congregations | Wednesday evenings in September, beginning September 8 • ALPHA | Wednesdays beginning September 15, 5:30pm, Concord Room
“JUST” THINKING...
Racial Equality – Identities: In addition to being created in God’s image, it may be helpful in discussing racial justice for African Americans to be reminded that every person has identities beyond his or her race. For example, the road toward racial equality may be different for African American women than for men, for dark skinned than for light skinned, for those living in poverty than for those who are not. How, would you speculate, that these and other identities you might name affect an African American seeking employment, a promotion, a loan, purchase of a house or rental of an apartment, admission to college? While the road toward racial equality has an incline for most or all African Americans, is the steepness of that incline for given individuals affected by their combination of identities? Just thinking...
FALL BIBLE STUDY – SIGNIFICANT SCRIPTURES
For our fall Bible study series, we invite your participation! We would like to know what scripture passage has special significance to you, We will base our weekly studies upon your meaningful scriptures. Opportunity will be given for you to contribute to the study by sharing your significant scripture, it’s importance to you, and sharing as an interviewee during the study. These studies will be recorded weekly on Mondays at 10:30am and then replayed on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. All are welcome to join us in the Chapel for the live recordings as we envision this study to be very interactive. Please talk to Chet (6203) or Karyn (6235) regarding your significant scripture and your availability to participate in this study series.
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SOCIAL SERVICES
Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services
COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS
We welcome the broader community to join us! No need to RSVP.
FALL PREVENTION TIP OF THE MONTH Wear Shoes Appropriate For The Activity
Flip flops and other types of slip-on shoes are wonderful for hot summer days at the beach or park! However, when going out for a walk or at a place with uneven ground, well-fitting sturdy tie shoes with nonslip soles provide the best stability.
SOCIAL SERVICE 25TH ANNIVERSARY SALUTE TO GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE!
THE BEST ME, FLOURISHING AT GSV A primary part of a social worker’s creed is to enhance human well-being and to honor the dignity and worth of every person. To celebrate our community’s 25th anniversary, our department is meshing our professional motto with our community’s mission “to enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s love” and asking residents to show us The Best Me, Flourishing at GSV. We would love to see a photo, drawing, written expression, or other creative depiction of the way you flourish at GSV. Please use one of the prompts below as a caption for your work, or use it as a starting point for a short written memo. • Living at GSV has enriched my life by... • I’m flourishing at GSV because... • I know I live with dignity at GSV because... • At GSV, I’m reminded that I have worth because... • I am the best me at GSV because... Please email or drop off your submissions to one of the social workers (info listed below). Your full name must be included. Submissions will be displayed. Weekly prizes will be given via lottery. Help make sure the area where you reside is well represented!
Leah Hoffner
Personal Care social worker lhoffner@gardenspotvillage.org
Sherilyn Lapp
Cottage/Carriage Home social worker slapp@gardenspotvillage.org
Lisa Morgan
VSA & GE Apartment social worker lmorgan@gardenspotvillage.org
Margaret Murry Skilled Nursing & Thistledown social worker mmurry@gardenspotvillage.org Marcia Parsons Skilled Nursing social worker
mparsons@gardenspotvillage.org
Jenny Snyder
LIVING WITH LOSS, LIVING WITH HOPE AUGUST 2, MONDAY 10am, Gardens West Conference Room Facilitator: Jenny Snyder Guest Speaker: Dan Steinman, a bereaved parent now working with Handi*Vangelism Topic: My Damascus Road
The Living with Loss, Living with Hope group is for individuals who are grieving the death of a loved one, and is open to individuals in various phases of grief who desire the support of others. Call Jenny (6259) if you would like more information.
CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT GROUP AUGUST 9, MONDAY 10am, Concord Room Facilitators: Marcia Parsons & Leah Hoffner Topic: Reconnection
This meeting will be an opportunity for caregivers from GSV and the broader community to have conversation together and to connect with others walking a similar road of caring for a loved one. Contact Marcia (6239) if you would like more information.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP AUGUST 12, THURSDAY 3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Lisa Morgan Presenter: Jonathon D Andrew, O.D., F.A.A.O Topic: Questions and Answers with Dr Andrews
This gathering is open to anyone dealing with vision loss. Call Lisa (6171) for more information.
SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS AUGUST 18, WEDNESDAY 10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder
The purpose of this group is to encourage and support each other, particularly those who may feel down, alone, anxious or stressed. Contact Jenny (6259) if you would like more information.
ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org
PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP
Please note this group will be taking a hiatus from August 2021 – February 2022.
ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP OCTOBER 19, TUESDAY 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264) RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP DECEMBER 15, WEDNESDAY 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264)
Sycamore Springs social worker jsnyder@gardenspotvillage.org
Mary Beth Villafane GN, GS, GW Apartment social worker mvillafane@gardensotvillage.org
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Local is available Lancaster County hasproduce, an advancedfresh-from-the-farm, waste-to-energy process that converts for purchase. theseVISITING materials into renewable energy, powering local homes and businesses FARMER: Philip Weaver from Summerset Farm Market – New Holland, PA and helping to reduce our reliance on non-renewable sources of energy. MANY FAVORITES: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Squash, Zucchini, Onions, Peppers, So, whenSEASONAL in doubt, throw it out. Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Blueberries and Cherries LANCASTER: Baked Goods and Homemade Jams & Jellies, Pickles and Powered Veggies by LCSWMA **Benefiting the Benevolent Fund**
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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.
COLLECTION FOR PACK-A-PALOOZA AUGUST 1-31
Items collected will be used for Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child. For over 20 years, Samaritan’s Purse has delivered shoebox gifts, packed by caring people like you, to hurting children around the world. Pack-a-Palooza is an opportunity for those who are unable to fill a shoebox on their own, to pull their resources together to fill boxes. Pack-a-Palooza items needed include: Washcloths & individual bars of soap, toothbrushes, small combs & hair bands, bows or clips, Band-Aids, crayons, small notebooks/notepads, pencils & erasers, pencil sharpeners, children's watches, socks, children's sunglasses, sewing kits, small tool kits, collapsible cups, marbles, balls, lightbrown-skinned dolls (no hair), jump ropes, trucks, cars, etc. ** Keep in mind that all items will need to fit inside a shoebox Mark your calendar: Tuesday, October 19 Pack-a-Palooza, 9:30am, Chapel. If you would like to bless a child by packing your own shoebox, OCC shoeboxes will be available for pick-up, September – October, in the Life Enrichment office.
UPCOMING COLLECTION
Winter Clothing Drive for Water Street Ministries
SEPTEMBER 1 - 30
What’s New on GSV-TV Channel 956 in August SHORT FILMS
MONDAYS, 8am: Gaithers, Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music TUESDAYS, 8am & 6pm: August Endeavor with Juanita Fox
GSV TV Channel 956
AUGUST FEATURE: FAMOUS DOGS
We are told that a dog is a man’s (and woman’s) best friend. Dogs have appeared in movies, books and now on GSV-TV. Images of Famous Dogs will be featured on GSV-TV daily in August.
EXERCISING AT HOME:
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 6:30am and Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1pm
REBROADCASTS: TOWNE MEETING is rebroadcast the same week, Tuesday, 7pm and Wednesday, 2pm.
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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VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Daryl Groff, Director of Volunteer Services
VILLAGE GREETERS
Written by Juanita Fox, Storyteller Moving to a new community can feel overwhelming. New people, new neighbors, new experiences, new everything! In the midst of it all, a new friend who can show you around and offer you tips is invaluable! Recognizing the value of relationships, the Marketing Department and Volunteer Services partner to provide Village Greeters for every new resident who moves to Garden Spot Village. Residents volunteer to welcome their new neighbors with a phone call, a personal tour and an invitation to share a meal. While the initial connections between Village Greeters and new residents may be planned, the friendships that develop are not. In December 2019, when Dee and Cal Homan moved into their apartment in VSA, Fred and Lois Brownlee were assigned to be their Village Greeters. On moving day, Fred and Lois stopped in with freshly baked cookies, and a new friendship developed. “We didn’t know anyone when we moved in,” remembers Dee. Fred and Lois quickly stepped up to the plate. Fred had previously worked as a Garden Spot Village At Home Driver, so he knew a lot of people, and began to introduce Dee and Cal as new neighbors. “Shortly after we moved in, Lois and Fred hosted a Holiday Open House, which gave us a great opportunity to meet all of our neighbors in one evening,” recalls Dee. Fred and Lois also invited Dee and Cal to join them for drives through Lancaster County, which often included lunch and an ice cream stop. When Fred experienced a stroke and could no longer drive, Dee and Cal began to take Fred and Lois for drives. “On Memorial Day, Fred and Lois’s daughter invited us to join their family for a picnic, so we drove Fred and Lois to their daughter’s home and enjoyed a visit with their family.” “On Saturday we went for a drive. We stopped for soft pretzels and then for ice cream,” Dee says with a smile. “We are very good friends. We pass food back and forth and I always knock on the door to see if Fred and Lois want to join us for dinner.” A simple knock on a new neighbor’s door turned into a lasting, life-giving friendship. To learn more about becoming a Village Greeter, contact Volunteer Services at 717-355-6204.
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CHECK OUT AUGUST
THEATER EXPERIENCES IN THE GSV THEATER ONLY
CURIOSITY STREAMING 7pm, Theater Only 8/8.................Wild Horses Of The Marshes 8/29...............Owls: Masters of the Night
ENTERTAINING VIDEOS 3:30pm, Theater Only 8/9.................Song Fest featuring Whitney Houston, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Dean Martin, Celine Dion and more 8/30..............Music & Comedy with Glen Campbell, Righteous Brothers, Groucho Marx, Tim Conway and more
TUESDAY MUSICALS 2 & 7pm, Theater 8/17................Annie / 1982 / PG
MOVIE OLDIES 2pm & 7pm, Theater 8/26...............Hachi: A Dog's Tale / 2009 / G
FRIDAY FLICKS: FEATURING DOG DAYS OF SUMMER (Movies Featuring Dogs) 2pm & 7pm, Theater 8/6.................A Dog's Purpose / 2017 / PG 8/13................Old Yeller / 1957 8/20..............The Art of Racing in the Rain / 2019 / PG 8/27...............Marley & Me / 2009 / PG 7/23 ..............Mr. Smith Goes to Washington /1939 7/30...............Miracle / 2004
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WELLNESS
Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness
30 DAYS TO A N EW YO U : DAI LY H AB ITS TO ADO P T • Sleep 6-8 hours • Drink 4-8, 8 oz glasses of water • Get sun daily • Reduce sugar (or no sugar) • Read for 30 minutes a day • Workout 3 times per week • Eat fruits & veggies daily • Pray for 10 minutes daily
UPCOMING WELLNESS EVENTS
OCTOBER 2021, Zip lining, Date TBA
AUGUST 12, THURSDAY NovaCare Rehab, 2pm, Chapel
NOVEMBER 2021 Go Carts (competitive or fun races), Mini Golf, Axe Throwing & Video Games Date TBA
Topic: Pelvic Floor
AUGUST 18, WEDNESDAY Canoeing & Kayaking on the Brandywine River 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled day with Northbrook Canoe Company, offering canoeing and kayaking trips along the beautiful Brandywine River located in the heart of scenic Chester County, PA. Please Note: Listed times are approximate. Everyone paddles or floats at a different rate; you may take more or less time depending upon conditions. Canoeing, kayaking and tubing are water sports. Be prepared to get wet, as well as have fun. Canoe Trips Two person canoes (1.5 hour trip) Kayak Trips Single person (1.5 hour trip)
$58 per canoe includes bus $48 per kayak includes bus
BBQ snack bar is available. $10.00 includes Entrée, French fries, 20 ounce drink and ice cream. Sign up at Resident Services.
SEPTEMBER 22, WEDNESDAY Mini Golf, 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm
Join us for a round of Mini Golf at the Village Green Golf Course. Snack bar is open or bring your own lunch. Tee time 10am Cost: $13.50pp (includes bus) Sign up at Resident Services.
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FITNESS FUN FRIDAYS
JOIN US AUGUST 13 & SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 1-3pm, Pavilion
The Wellness Schedule and hours can be found on CATIE/Community Events and at the Wellness Center.
**CARD CONNECTION August 19, Thursday 1pm, Art Studio
Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.
TRIVIA NIGHT
August 22, Sunday 7pm, Concord Room
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE
Form your team of 2 to 4 players. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. Send your team members and captain names to Don Robbins, drobbins@ptd.net
ART TALK & POP-UP SALE August 26, Thursday 11am, Theater
Featured Speaker: Bill Ressler, Watercolor artist
MAIN STREET ART GALLERY
August 1 - 31 The Main Street Art Gallery, a month-long display.
Feature: Bill Ressler, watercolor artist featuring PA & NJ prints & giclees Glass Case Feature: Byers Choice Dolls, collection of EJ Rittersbach
**QUEST FOR LEARNING
August 5, 19 & 26, Thursday 9:30am, Concord Room
Topic: The Natural History of the Mid-Atlantic Shore GSV has partnered with Quest for Learning, offering sixweek virtual courses. A different story will be told weekly. Cost: Free, courtesy of GSV partnership. Sign up at Resident Services.
BOOK CLUB
August 4, Wednesday 2pm, Gardens South Conference Room August Featured Book: The Girl in the Glass by Susan Messner
MCC ANNUAL STORYTELLING NIGHT August 9, Monday 7:00pm, Chapel
Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society hosts Annual Storytelling Night. This evening features speakers Myrna Smucker, author of The Bird-in-Hand Story and Jesus Cruz, Nat Program Director of MCC. Told in a series of short-format stories, each storyteller relates personal anecdotes from richly varied life experiences.
HANDBELLS WORKSHOP
August 16, Monday 10am-12noon, Garden Towers
Save the date for an introduction to handbells at GSV. Come to learn what bell ringing is all about or to improve your bell ringing skills. There is no commitment to join the Handbell Choir, just attend to learn more. For more information, contact Fran Rapp, 6511 or franrapp@frontier.com
AMBASSADORS OF DINING August 26, Thursday 2pm, Concord Room
Join us for an interactive discussion of all things Dining Services.
**CREATIVE CARDS August 31, Tuesday 2pm, Art Studio
Make a brand-new, hands-on, creative card. Teacher: Marie Diehl Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.
F&M COMMON HOUR
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Thursdays 11:30am-12:30pm, Theater
Franklin & Marshall College presents Zoom learning, offering an array of topics from theater to science. Cost: Free Sign up at Resident Services.
**AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE SEPTEMBER 28, TUESDAY
One-day basic refresher course for those who have taken a previous AARP driver course. Certificate of completion or other proof showing you have taken a prior course is required.
October 12, Tuesday & October 14, Thursday
Two-day introductory course All Courses: 9am-1pm, Garden Towers Bring your AARP membership card if applicable, and your driver’s license. Cost: $20pp AARP members $25pp non-members Checks payable to “AARP”. This is not a GSV billable expense.
** All NEW sign-ups begin August 3
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LIFE ENRICHMENT AUGUST 2021 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater
Reminder: 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).
AUGUST 6, FRIDAY **SHOPPING SHUTTLE 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby 11:30am approximate return Ride the GSV bus to Weaver’s Store Limited seating. Sign up at Resident Services.
AUGUST 10, 11, 24 & 25 **ICE CREAM TRAIL 12:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 4 for details.
AUGUST 12 & 26 THURSDAY **UNION CANAL TUNNEL & PARK 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm (Sign up began July 6) Take a narrated boat tour through the oldest existing transportation tunnel in the United States. In the 1820’s, the Union Canal linked the commercial centers of Harrisburg, Reading and Philadelphia. Today, it is maintained by the Lebanon County Historical Society. Picnic tables available. Please pack a lunch. Cost: $16pp includes boat ride, guided tour and GSV transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.
AUGUST 18, WEDNESDAY **CANOEING & KAYAKING 9:20am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm
Join the Wellness Department for a fun-filled day with Northbrook Canoe Co., offering canoeing and kayaking along the Brandywine River. See page 18 for details.
AUGUST 25, TUESDAY **BARNSTORMERS BASEBALL 5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 7 for details.
SEPTEMBER 8, WEDNESDAY **25TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER WITH THE QUEEN & JOUST (Sign up begins August 3)
Garden Spot Village celebrates 25 years by having Dinner with the Queen. A fabulous medieval feast with all the fixings will be served in the great outdoors under a shady canopy. Travel back in time as Roundtable Productions fills the afternoon with sights and sounds of a medieval festival including intricate costumes, juggling, music and a live joust. A GSV resident exclusive event, tickets must be purchased ahead of time. Cost: $25pp (choice of 2pm feast or 5:30pm feast) Sign up at Resident Services.
SEPTEMBER 13, MONDAY **VICTORIAN CAPE MAY 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9:30pm (Sign up began May 4)
Visit historic Cape May, New Jersey, the Victorian seaside gem and oldest resort in the country. Enjoy the morning browsing, shopping and eating lunch on your own. The afternoon will include a guided ridealong mansion tour aboard the Sea Trolley, with a stop at the Mission Inn. Wrap up the day with dinner at a local seafood restaurant. Cost: $142pp includes Elite Coach transportation, trolley & Inn tour, dinner and driver gratuity. Sign up at Resident Services.
SEPTEMBER 22, WEDNESDAY **HORSESHOE CURVE 6:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10:15pm (Sign up began March 2) Today’s adventure includes a visit to the Altoona Railroaders Museum, lunch at Allegro Restaurant, and an Amtrak ride around the Horseshoe Curve. Additional information can be found in the 2021 GSV Excursions booklet. Cost: $165pp Sign up at Resident Services.
OCTOBER 14, THURSDAY **FLIGHT 93 MEMORIAL 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up began June 2)
Dedicated to the American Heroes of two historical events which occurred in Pennsylvania, we’ll tour: The Flight 93 National Memorial & Memorial Chapel. We will also tour the Quecreek Mine Rescue Site; remembering the miraculous rescue of miners trapped 240 feet beneath a farmer’s field. Considerable walking is involved. Additional information can be found in the 2021 GSV Excursions booklet. Cost: $124pp includes Elite Coach transportation, guide service, memorials, lunch and driver gratuity. Sign up at Resident Services.
DECEMBER 2, THURSDAY **RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up began June 2)
Please note date change The Christmas Spectacular, starring world famous Radio City Rockettes is an unparalleled show. Mr. George Wessner, friend to GSV, will be the featured organist. Time, on your own, is included to view New York and purchase lunch. We will make a dinner stop, on our way home, at Mastori’s Diner. Meal costs on own. Considerable walking is involved. Additional information can be found in the 2021 GSV Excursions booklet. Cost: $173pp includes Elite Coach transportation, 2nd mezz. seating and driver gratuity. Sign up at Resident Services.
