Garden Variety Vol 14 Issue 11 November 2022

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VARIETYTHE November 2022 | A Publication of Garden Spot Village OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 26 See page 5 for details

CONTENTS

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Development

Dining Services Life Enrichment

Around Town Train Room Open House Servant Stage Company Marketing

Saturday Evening Concerts GSV-TV Channel 956 MOHI Founders Visit Pastoral Services

Making a Difference

Social Services Theater Experiences

Christmas Tree Lighting Can You Tell Us Apart???

Volunteer Services Wellness

Explore Something New Quest for Learning Sign-Up

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

Samantha Stone

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Brandon Adams

PROOFREADERS

Ruth Buehler, Juanita Fox

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

—The Concord Room 11am–2pm

Drop in to learn how you can help us build a new home for 5 residents in our Cooperative Living Community

1. Learn more about the design, construction and volunteer opportunities for our second cooperative living project at Garden Spot Village.

2. Visit with friends from our first Thistledown co-op living home.

3. Gift online during ExtraGive at extragive.org/organizations/garden-spot-village Or make a gift by cash or check during our event.

Questions? Call Wendy Nagle at 6215.

Submission forms on CATIE > Resident Documents and at Resident Services.

ANGEL TREES

Personalize your Angels in the Chapel Lobby. Bring the form you received via mail and your Benevolent Fund donation in the amount of $10 for each angel at the following times:

Thursday, November 17 9:30–11:30am Tuesday, November 22 9:30–11:30am Tuesday, November 29 9:30–11:30am

Celebration of Life Ceremony held Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM in GSV Chapel.

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Mindful Taste and Learn

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Christy Turner, Sodexo, General Manager
Thanksgiving Day Menu Thursday, November 24, 11am - 2pm Roasted Chestnut Bisque Bacon Chive Crema - $4.00 Beet, Pear, Apple Salad Arugula, Cranberries, Almonds, Sesame-Apple Cider Vinaigrette - $5.50 Traditional Carved Oven Roasted Organic Turkey - $7.99 Raw Sugar Glazed Ham Served with Crushed Pineapple and Sage - $6.79 Philadelphia Soft Pretzel & Crab Crusted Salmon Fresh Dill and Shallot Sauce - $12.00 Traditional Potato Bread Stuffing | Roasted Winter Squash Blend | Mashed Potatoes | Whipped Sweet Potato Crunch Whipped with a hint of Brown Sugar, Nutmeg, Pumpkin Seed Streusel | Green Bean Casserole | Roasted Asparagus $1.39 Per Side Assorted Desserts including: Pumpkin Pie | Pumpkin Roll | Apple Pie and Mince Pie • Reservations for parties of 8 or less accepted for the Terrace Dining Room beginning Monday, October 3. Please call Extension 6071. Tables are booked on a first come, first serve basis. • Reservations for large parties, seating in the Concord Room or Village Park accepted beginning Monday, October 3, 2022. Please call extension 6202. • Please Note: Refresh coffee shop will not open on Thanksgiving Day. The Harvest Table and Terrace Dining Room will be open for the “Noon” meal only so that our staff is able to enjoy holiday time with their families.
NOVEMBER 10, THURSDAY, 10AM, CONCORD
Topic: Thanksgiving substitutes; No turkey, no problem with Dietitian Tara Phillips & Chef Michael Pezzilo

LIFE ENRICHMENT

**All NEW sign-ups begin November 2

NOVEMBER 1, TUESDAY Village Life Overview

9am, Concord Room

If you are new to GSV, we invite you to a casual way to learn more about life at GSV and meet others who are navigating this new experience.

NOVEMBER 2, WEDNESDAY

**Ladies Breakfast

SPEAKER SERIES

NOVEMBER 3, THURSDAY

7pm, Chapel

Speaker: Jeff Coon, Actor and Fulton Fund Director

Learn about a most interesting piece of local history, the Fulton Theater. Jeff will share Fulton Theater history, it’s future and what the Fulton does beyond producing shows.

Q&A time will be allotted. A GSV exclusive event.

SPINTOPIA

NOVEMBER 8 & 22, TUESDAY 7pm, Theater

Tuesday Game Night brings a whole new game opportunity… SPINTOPIA. If you like Wheel-ofFortune, you will love SPINTOPIA! A GSV host will help you spin the virtual wheel, choose a letter and solve the clue. It’s great fun and great for the mind! Try it. FREE, courtesy of GSV partnership

VETERAN’S DAY PROGRAM

NOVEMBER 11, FRIDAY

2pm, Chapel

Speaker: Chief Daryl Keiser, GSFR

Join us as we honor those who served. Music selections provided by GSV family and friends. A GSV exclusive event.

8am, Yoder’s Restaurant

7:45 depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Special Guest: Marcia Parsons, SNF

The first Wednesday, monthly, GSV ladies gather for friendship and food. Menu dining or buffet. Drive or ride the bus.

NOVEMBER 3 & 17, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation

9am, Chapel & GSV-TV

All are welcome to attend Coffee & Conversation. Q&A time will be allotted in-person or by calling 717.298.0030.

NOVEMBER 6, SUNDAY Hymn Sing

7pm, GSV-TV

Gordon Lash leads an in-person Hymn Sing. Please note change in day, November only.

NOVEMBER 7, 14, 21 & 28, MONDAY Ask-a-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check

9-11am, Gardens West Health Center

Courtesy of Continuous Home Care. No appointment necessary.

NOVEMBER 8, TUESDAY

Election Day

7am-8pm, Chapel

GSV is a polling location for Earl Township. GSV resident voters living in Earl Township, please enter from the interior Chapel lobby. Please be aware of additional traffic on campus today.

Note: many Sycamore Springs residnts vote within the borough of New Holland. Check your voter registration for location.

NOVEMBER 8, TUESDAY & NOVEMBER 14, MONDAY Council Meetings

9am, Forge (11/8) Cottage Council (11/14) Apartment Council

NOVEMBER 9, WEDNESDAY Alliance Christian School Play

2pm, Chapel

The students of Alliance Christian School, under the direction of GSV’s own Bekah Smith, will perform Peter/Wendy. This lyrical interpretation of Peter Pan will mesmerize audiences of all ages. Family and friends invited.

NOVEMBER 10, THURSDAY Red Hatters

12noon, Concord Room

Red Hatters are invited to bring a Harvest Table lunch to the Concord Room for an afternoon of fun and laughter. A delightful create-your-own-card project will be taught by Paula Schmauk.

Cost: $4pp (card supplies provided)

Meal cost: on-your-own Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 18, FRIDAY

Servant Stage 2022/2023 First Look

7pm, Chapel

A virtual first look into the upcoming 2023 season, plus a 2022 season review. Light refreshments will be served. A GSV resident exclusive event.

NOVEMBER 21, MONDAY

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like CHRISTMAS! Christmas decorating, throughout the entire GSV community, will begin today. Enjoy the transformation!

NOVEMBER 21, MONDAY Towne Meeting

2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV

Monthly, GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.

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Nov 1- 6 Sleepy Hollow - Strasburg Rail

Nov 3 A utumn Jubilee Fundraiser - EL ANCO Library

Nov 4 Lancas ter 1st Friday - Downtown Lancaster City

Nov 5 Pumpkin Madness F est - Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

Nov 11 Lititz 2nd F riday - Downtown Lititz

Nov 26 Small Business S aturday

Nov 26 Candleligh t Open House - Ephrata Cloister

TRAIN ROOM OPEN HOUSE

NOVEMBER 26, SATURDAY or DECEMBER 3, 10, 17, 23 & 30 1:30-4pm, Gardens West Lower Level

Stop by the Train Room to see the many O-gauge and HO-guage lines. Enjoy a conversation with Thomas the Tank Engine and admire the workmanship of the displays. Donations appreciated. Family, friends and public welcome.

SERVANT STAGE COMPANY

NOVEMBER 25, FRIDAY & NOVEMBER 26, SATURDAY 7pm, Chapel

Servant Stage Company performs A Christmas Carol; a faithful rendition of Dicken’s classic holiday tale of redemption, charity and the spirit of Christmas. Cost: Pay-What-You-Will at the door. Family, friends & public invited.

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MARKETING

THANK YOU

A special “Thank You!” to everyone who helped to make Explore Retirement Living a huge success! This is our biggest open house event each year and we couldn’t do it without our volunteer tour guides and hosts! Our guests appreciated the opportunity to see your home and to talk with you about your experience living at Garden Spot Village. We are thankful for the time you spent interacting with prospective residents and sharing your story.

NEW WEBSITE!

If you haven’t had the opportunity to see our new website, take the time to visit www.gardenspotvillage.org. You’ll discover inspiring resident stories, as well as information about life at Garden Spot Village and Lancaster County.

CHRISTMAS DROP-IN

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 6-8 PM

Join us for a festive evening of delicious desserts and fellowship. Residents, Future Residents Invited!

DIRECTORY PHOTOS

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.

SHORT FILMS

NOVEMBER ENDEAVOR

Highlighting the opportunities for people to live and work with purpose in community at Garden Spot Village. Watch online: gsc.gl/media

Invite your friends to a 2023 LOOK & LEARN

SEMINAR

WED, FEBRUARY 22 WED, MAY 24 THU, JULY 27 THU, SEPTEMBER 14 10:30am–12:30pm

Get details & register at: gsc.gl/looknlearn

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Kelly Sweigart, Director of Sales

NOVEMBER 19

AUSCULTATION BRASS

Auscultation Brass consists of a variety of physicians from various specialties. Even though the doctors chose the field of medicine as a career, music has always played a large part in their lives.

Donations accepted at the door. Residents, families and public welcome.

GSV-TV Channel 956: What’s New in November

SHORT FILMS

MONDAYS, 8am: Gaithers, Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music

TUESDAYS, 6pm: November Endeavor

NOVEMBER FEATURE

GSV-TV will feature Thankfulness Thoughts in November. As Woody Allen says… “I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose”. Happy Thankfulness Month and Have Fun!

APRIL 20

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. (Coffee & Conversation and Towne Meeting can also be found on CATIE & MyGSV under Video.)

Richard Amoroso, cello & Asaki Nakagawa, piano

NOTE: If you see in the Weekly Announcements, the event is scheduled for broadcasting.

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Missions of Hope International’s Founders are Coming to Garden Spot Village!

Welcome Reception

Sunday, November 13, 7-8pm, GSV Chapel

Come to welcome Dr. Wallace & Mary Kamau to Lancaster County and learn how God started MOHI through them. Refreshments will be served. Love offering accepted.

Pop-up Fair Trade Market

Tuesday, November 15, 10-2pm, GSV Village Square

Stop by the tables in Village Square, outside The Artisans Corner, to browse the handcrafted jewelry, African fabric bags, baskets, and gifts that were made by students and alumni from the MOHI Technical Training Institute (MTTI) in Mathare Valley, Kenya. All proceeds support MTTI.

ALL THREE EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Help spread the word, Invite your friends!

Garden Spot Villages partnership with MOHI is brought to you by Pastoral Services.

Live Interview with the Kamaus

Tuesday, November 15, 2-4pm, GSV Chapel

Learn more about how MOHI transforms lives through the hope of Christ in disadvantaged communities in Kenya and beyond, as well as their partnership with Garden Spot Village. Q&A time allotted. Love offering accepted.

Missions of Hope International (MOHI) is a holistic ministry serving children and families in disadvantaged communities throughout Kenya. Driven by the mission to transform lives through the hope of Jesus Christ, MOHI has built more than 30 schools, impacted tens of thousands of families, and shared the love of Jesus with more than 30,000 children since its inception in 2000.

Through partnerships with churches and supporters worldwide, like Garden Spot Village, MOHI has grown from an individual calling to a global ministry changing the landscape of opportunity in povertystricken areas. Today, MOHI offers a wide variety of integrated programs that seek to educate, empower, restore, and redeem whole communities for Christ.

Join the calling or learn more at www.MOHIafrica.org or visit MOHI on Facebook or Instagram.

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Dr. Wallace & Mary Kamau MOHI Founders and Directors

PASTORAL SERVICES

NOVEMBER 23, WEDNESDAY

Women’s Breakfast

8am, Concord Room

Gather around good food, engage with friends and make new connections. All women are invited. Guest speaker: Marilyn Martin, daughter of residents Laurence and Shirley King, is a Kindergarten teacher at Hinkletown Mennonite School.

“We all need God to speak peace and hope into our storms of life. Adjust your focus to hear from God through biblical tips, personal experiences and kindergarten stories.”

NOVEMBER 30, WEDNESDAY

Men’s Christian Fellowship

9am, Garden Towers

All MCF groups will meet together with a devotional by Maple Farm Chaplain Elvin Kennel. All men are welcome!

UPCOMING EVENTS

NOVEMBER 2 & 16, WEDNESDAY

Men’s Christian Fellowship

9am, Meeting in Various Locations

A continuing study of 1 & 2 Peter. Contact Don Aldrich 610.299.0713 for information.

NOVEMBER 2 & 9, WEDNESDAY Chaplains’ Bible Study

7pm, Chapel & Channel 956

Topic: The Way of Christ. Join us for review and reflection.

NOVEMBER 3, THURSDAY

Widowed Men’s Gathering

8am, Concord Room

Dale Hostetter will demonstrate a “Yipstick.” Come and invite a friend!

NOVEMBER 3, 10 & 17, THURSDAY Women’s Bible Study

10am, Garden Towers

Topic: Acts: The Power of the Gospel, taught by Sally & Liz

NOVEMBER 17, THURSDAY

Men’s Breakfast at Yoder’s 7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant Food, Fellowship and a Devotional by former GSV Chaplain Ken Martin.

NOVEMBER 20, SUNDAY Thanksgiving Service

7pm, Chapel

Our annual time of Thanksgiving with music by various GSV groups and Thanksgiving themed readings.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 DECEMBER VESPERS SERVICE

6pm, Chapel 2nd Sunday in Advent: “Breaking the Bounds of Merciful Hope”

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21 DECEMBER WOMEN’S BREAKFAST

8am, Concord Room

Guest speaker: Gayle Roper, who loves stories, whether reading one or writing one. She has authored more than 60 books and has won multiple awards. “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: My Life as a Writer.” Christmas books make great gifts. A selection of her books will be available for sale.

SAVE THE DATE: Women’s Retreat!

APRIL 21-23, 2023

Women of GSV and Staff Weekend. Friday evening through Sunday afternoon at St. Mary of Providence Retreat Center, Elverson, PA (Formally the Potts Mansion). Food, fellowship and fun!

More information to follow!

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NOVEMBER 1-30

COLLECTION: CROSSNET HATS, SCARVES, GLOVES & MITTENS

According to Lancaster News correspondent, Patrick Burns, “Measuring poverty may be harder to do in a rural community than it can be in the inner-city, but its effects can be felt everywhere — even in Eastern Lancaster County. Many children in the Elanco School District live below the poverty level.” Together, we can help the school children as we collect:

HATS | SCARVES | GLOVES | MITTENS

**No adult items please

UPCOMING COLLECTION DECEMBER 1-31: CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS & CARDS FOR SOLDIERS

THANK YOU!

Dear Garden Spot Village Superheroes: Thank you all so very much for diligently collecting ALL of those many Coke Caps!!! We are so grateful for your support. May you be blessed!

- The New Holland Elementary PTO

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

SOCIAL SERVICES

MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT REMINDERS

OCTOBER 15 - DECEMBER 7, 2022

• Call Resident Services (6000) if you would like to schedule an appointment to review your Medicare D Prescription Drug plan with a member of Social Services.

• Be vigilant for scams! We are hearing from many residents receiving phone calls offering “new, free” Medicare plans. Once the caller has piqued your interest, they request verification of your social security and/or Medicare number. Unless you initiated the call, do NOT provide personal information over the phone.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

NOVEMBER 9, WEDNESDAY MY FELLOW TRAVELER

10am, Theater

Facilitator: Leslie Sitlinger (6076) & Melody Karick (6136)

Noticing cognitive changes in yourself? For fellowship and tips on resilient living in a safe, relaxed environment, join others experiencing the same.

NOVEMBER 9, WEDNESDAY GRIEF SUPPORT

2pm, Theater | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

Video from GriefShare, “Surviving the Holidays”

NOVEMBER 10, THURSDAY LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP

3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171)

Topic: Tips for Labeling and Organizing the Home

NOVEMBER 14, MONDAY CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP

10am, Concord Room | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171)

NOVEMBER 16, WEDNESDAY COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR

10am, Theater

Facilitator: Leslie Sitlinger (6076) & Melody Karick (6136)

Learn how to support friends or a family member experiencing cognitive challenges.

NOVEMBER 16, WEDNESDAY SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS

10am, Prayer and Meditation Room

Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

Encouragement and support for those feeling down, alone or anxious. Please RSVP.

NOVEMBER 28, MONDAY PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP

2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264)

Special Speaker: Laura Gribble, GSV Music Therapist

Topic: Having fun with music!

ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010)

www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org

NOVEMBER 6, 13, 20 & 27, SUNDAYS ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP

6:30pm, GSV Prayer & Mediation Room

Call 410.598.6792 for more information.

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CHECK OUT NOVEMBER

WATCHING MOVIES IN COMMUNITY

LOUNGING WITH MOVIES AT HOME

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

YOU TELL US APART???

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THEATER EXPERIENCES!
FRIDAY FLICKS | 2PM & 7PM, THEATER 11/4 & 11/11 Freedom Writers, 2007, PG-13 11/18 & 11/25 Oddball, 2015, PG CURIOSITY STREAMING | 7PM, THEATER 11/6 New Zealand; A Violent Past 11/27 New Zealand; A Threatening Present TRAVEL SERIES | 3:30PM, THEATER 11/7 Gramany’s Wild Amazon 11/28 Wild Portugal TUESDAY MUSICALS | 2PM & 7PM, THEATER 11/15 The Big Band Years; Sentimental Journey MOVIE OLDIES | 2PM & 7PM, THEATER ONLY 11/17 To Kill A Mocking Bird (cc)
FRIDAY CLASSICS | 7PM ONLY ON GSV-TV CHANNEL 956 November Feature: Happy Birthday Sally Field MOVIE RERUNS TUESDAY & THURSDAY | 2PM & 7PM ONLY ON GSV-TV CHANNEL 957 11/1, 3, 8 & 10 K ing Richard, 2009, PG-13 11/15, 17, 22 & 24 Crooked House, 2017, PG-13 Movies are subject to change. See the Weekly Announcements or CATIE for updates.
DECEMBER 3, SATURDAY 5:30-7pm, PAVILION Julien Newborg - Facility Services, Painter Brandon Newborg - Facility Services, Electrician CAN
Answer is upside down below the photo. ANSWERfromL-R:Brandon,Julien It’s a Dickens of a Christmas with sparkling lights, caroling, the sounds of brass, luscious hearth-baked Christmas cookies and holiday snacks. Stay the entire time or drop-in as your schedule allows. Entertainment will be provided by Perfect Harmony of Servant Stage and The GSV Brass Ensemble.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

Fingerprints don't fade on the lives we touch

CONNECTING YOU TO YOUR PURPOSE

“We are the human resources department of volunteers—without payroll” Jodi Lefever, Volunteer Director Assistant, says with a smile. “People who are interested in volunteering start with us,” adds Daryl Groff, Director of Volunteer Services. Many people move to Garden Spot Village for the robust volunteer program. Each year more than 400 residents volunteer an average of 45,000 combined hours. It’s truly inspiring! Resident volunteers repeatedly say that volunteering quickly connects them to their neighbors, gives them purpose and inspires them. This vision for volunteering is contagious!

Learn more: New residents and volunteers are encouraged to email, call, or visit Volunteer Services in order to pick up an application. Complete an Application: Just like when you applied for a job, you will provide valuable information to the Volunteer Services team on your application. This information helps match you to the right volunteer opportunities. You will also need to complete a background check, as required by Pennsylvania law.

Attend Orientation: About seven times a year the Volunteer Services team provides a 45-minute orientation session in the Theater. The next orientation is set for November 10 at 10am. During the orientation, we walk you through the volunteer handbook, share information about volunteer opportunities, explain how to record your volunteer hours and more.

Participate in an Interview: After each orientation, Daryl arranges to meet with each volunteer one-on-one. This valuable conversation allows you to share a little more about your interests, skills and goals for volunteering.

Try New Opportunities: Based on the interests and skills you’ve shared, Jodi and Amanda Feeg match you with volunteer opportunities. They may contact you directly with volunteer opportunities or share your name with other GSV departments.

Find your Niche: Maybe you’ll excel at serving customers at Share & Care, stocking the shelves at Linden, cleaning up leaves and sticks after storms or helping to administer the U.S. News & World Reports Survey. You’ll find a new volunteer opportunity that is unique to you!

“The opportunities we provide are fluid,” Jodi says. “We are constantly updating our volunteer opportunities, as new ones pop up, and old ones fade away.”

Get connected: Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@gardenspotvillage.org, (6204) or at their office during regular business hours. In addition, volunteers are required to have the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as the annual flu shot.

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WELLNESS

TIPS TO CELEBRATE A HEALTHY NOVEMBER & THANKSGIVING

Thanksgiving is that time of year when we celebrate the harvest and blessings of the previous year. This is why the tradition calls for a huge family feast. You can enjoy the traditional food and not go overboard with eating while having fun times with friends and family. Set yourself up for a healthy November. (Remember, it’s not what you eat between Thanksgiving and Christmas, but what you eat between Christmas and Thanksgiving that keeps you healthy.)

1. Be Proactive: Exercise, burn those extra calories.

2. Eat 3 meals day: Skipping meals leads to overeating.

3. Pick your favorites: Don’t waste your appetite on dishes you can eat anytime.

4. Avoid second rounds: Save it for tomorrow instead.

5. Slow down: Eat slower and enjoy every bite, Nibble and Sip not Gobble and Gulp.

6. Plan your Plate: Start with your greens, then turkey, then potatoes (the 1st food you put on your plate is the biggest portion).

7. Plan for Dessert: Would you rather have a roll or pie?

8. Wellness is more than fitness - it has many different dimensions to help make you well-rounded. Just like spokes on a wheel, work to balance and keep it rolling. There are various positive aspects of wellness. Strive for a balanced life.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 2pm, Garden Towers

Topic: Food & Fitness

WALK AND TALK

TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS 8am | Outdoor Pavilion

(Rain Location: Apartment Suites Lobby)

While the weather is still crisp, join us as we walk around the campus and surrounding areas. Walks are a great way to burn those pumpkin pie calories.

Questions? Contact Lauren 717.355.6228 or lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org

FLU SHOT AND COVID VACCINES FOR GSV INDEPENDENT LIVING RESIDENTS

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 9am-3pm, Chapel

Influenza High Dose (65+) vaccines, Pfizer and Moderna Bivalent COVID vaccines, given by Stauffer’s pharmacy in the GSV Chapel. Sign up for one or both vaccines. For an appointment, call Resident Services (6000). Remember to bring your COVID vaccine card to the appointment.

Any questions - call Lauren, 717.355.6228.

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FORMER IVEP VOLUNTEER VISITS GSV!

EUN HEE served as an IVEP volunteer through Mennonite Central Committee from August 2017 through July 2018. During her year at Garden Spot Village she made many memories. She took piano lessons from Hollace Tafeen, traveled to North Carolina with a Travel with Purpose Trip, dressed up as a rabbit for Easter and helped to make a boat for the Boat Regatta.

When she returned to Seoul, South Korea, she says, “It was so touching to receive mail from New Holland.” She was thankful for the residents who continued to stay in contact with her. She recently stopped in, while she was back in the U.S. for a work trip. As she walked through Garden Spot Village she was thankful to reconnect with friends. She also spent time with her “American Mom,” Colleen Musselman. The two enjoyed a trip to Lapp Valley for ice cream, Yoder’s Buffet and New Holland Re-Uzit.

TRIVIA NIGHT

NOVEMBER 13, SUNDAY

7PM, CONCORD ROOM

Featuring a brand new website and expanded categories of trivia questions! Form a team of 2 to 4 players. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team. Send team members’ and captains’ names to Don Robbins, drobbins@ptd.net

**QUEST FOR LEARNING

NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 6

9:30AM, THEATER

(SIGN UP BEGAN OCTOBER 5)

Topic: What’s Opera Doc?

Speaker: Scott G. Drackley, Penn Square Music, Lancaster

We’ll learn about the highs, lows, ins and outs of Opera… the beginning, the magic of Mozart, Verdi, Wagner, Puccini and more.

For more than forty years, Quest for Learning has offered the Lancaster community an opportunity to attend quality continuing educational and enlightening seminars.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

**CARD CONNECTION

NOVEMBER 17, THURSDAY

1PM, ART STUDIO

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY & APARTMENT SUITES DISPLAY CASE

NOVEMBER 1-30 Gallery Feature: Fiber Art Glass Case Feature: Little Fiber Art

NOTE: Resident Art in December, theme: “Winter.” Sign up at Resident Services to participate.

BOOK CLUB

NOVEMBER 2, WEDNESDAY

2PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

November Book: The Ride of Her Life by E. Letts

December Book: The Carnegie Maid by M. Benedict

ARTISANS CORNER 1ST FRIDAY POP-UP

NOVEMBER 4, FRIDAY 10AM – 12NOON

Featured Artist: Hershey Hostetter Demonstration: Handcrafted Toys

Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $6pp includes supplies for two cards. Sign up at Resident Services.

COMFORTER KNOTTING

NOVEMBER 22, TUESDAY

9AM-12PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

If you enjoy stitching (knotting) and supporting MCC, this hands-on monthly meet-up is for you. There’s no need to sign up, just show up and lend a hand.

**CREATIVE CARDS

NOVEMBER 22, TUESDAY

2PM, ART STUDIO

Make a brand-new, hands-on, creative card. Teacher: Marie Diehl

Cost: $6pp includes supplies Sign up at Resident Services.

ART GUILD / ART TALK

NOVEMBER 24, THURSDAY

11AM, THEATER

Happy Thanksgiving! No Art Talk today. See you January, 2023.

Cost: FREE courtesy of GSV sponsorship. Limited seating. Sign up at Resident Services.

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE

NOVEMBER 1, TUESDAY

9AM-1PM, GARDEN TOWERS

(SIGN UP BEGAN OCTOBER 5)

Open to the public, this 4-hour refresher course requires certificate of previous course completion to attend.

Bring: driver’s license, AARP card and check payable to AARP.

Cost: $20pp AARP member / $25pp non-member. Class size limited. Sign up at Resident Services.

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LIFE ENRICHMENT NOVEMBER 2022 BE SURE TO SIGN UP!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 SIGN-UP BEGINNING 8AM, THEATER

Reminder: If you choose to arrive prior to 8am, place your name on the “I’m waiting for a #” list. At 7:30am, a volunteer will arrive and distribute #s. Beginning 8am, #s will be called. 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 (6059)

NOVEMBER 4, FRIDAY

**SHOPPING SHUTTLE

9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 2:30pm (Sign up begins November 2)

Travel with GSV to King-of-Prussia Mall, featuring a diverse mix of over 450 stores, including Nordstrom, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and more.

Cost: $8pp transportation

Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 6, SUNDAY

**LBC CHORALE & ORCHESTRA

2pm depart Apt Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up began October 5)

Join the Lancaster Bible College orchestra and chorale as they present Saint-Saens glorious Oratorio de Noel, George Walker’s Lyric for Strings and Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola and Orchestra.

Cost: Pay-What-You-Will at the door. Limited seating. Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 10, THURSDAY

**RED HATTERS

12noon, Concord Room

Red Hatters are invited to bring a Harvest Table lunch to the Concord Room for an afternoon of fun and laughter. A delightful create-yourown-card project will be taught by Paula Schmauk.

Cost: $4pp (card supplies provided)

Meal cost: on-your-own Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 22, TUESDAY

**HOLIDAY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CLASS

10am, Gardens West Conference Room

(Sign up began October 5)

Ken’s Gardens offers a class featuring greens, red and white carnations, baby’s breath and pine cones.

Arrangement should stay fresh well into the Christmas season.

All supplies provided including container, floral foam, and pruners.

Bring your own gardening gloves if desired. Class size limited.

Cost: $28pp.

Sign up at Resident Services.

NOVEMBER 30, WEDNESDAY

**YULETIDE AT WHEATLAND

9am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 1pm

(Sign up begins November 2)

Celebrate the season with Yuletide at Wheatland: a guided, history and holiday-themed tour. Look at the holiday season as it was experienced throughout President James Buchaman’s lifetime. The tour includes two floors with staircase only. Tour also includes History.org museum and film.

Cost: $25pp includes transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 6, TUESDAY

**LADIES TO LUNCH

11am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 2pm

(Sign up begins November 2)

Ladies of GSV, enjoy a lunch outing to Greenfield Inn, Lancaster’s fine dining restaurant with former White House Chef, John Moeller, in the kitchen. Limited Christmas menu.

Meal cost on own.

Cost: $8pp transportation

Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 7, WEDNESDAY

**FULTON THEATER

12:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 5:30pm

(Sign up begins November 2)

Fulton Theater presents the Sponsor Matinee Performance of White Christmas. This timeless classic and holiday tradition is offered to you compliments of GSV show sponsorship.

Cost: $8pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 9, FRIDAY

**New Holland Band

5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 10pm (Sign up begins November 2)

If you have pre-purchased tickets to the New Holland Band Holiday Pops Concert at the Double Tree Resort, GSV offers transportation. Bus seating is limited. Cost: $8pp includes transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

**All NEW sign-ups begin November 2, Wednesday. If a waiting list warrants, a second trip may be scheduled.

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