Garden Variety Vol 14 Issue 4 April 2022

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4-7pm, GSV Greenhouse See page 5 for details!

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CONTENTS

DEVELOPMENT

Wendy Nagle, Director of Development

— Volume 14 Issue 4 — Development.................................... 2 Dining Services............................... 3 Life Enrichment.............................. 4 Around Town.................................. 5 Marketing........................................ 6 Pastoral Services.............................. 7 Kennel Club..................................... 8 Making a Difference....................... 9 GSV-TV, Channel 956.................... 9 Senior Games.................................. 10 Social Services................................. 11 Volunteer Services........................... 12 Theater Experiences......................... 13 Ball Games...................................... 13 Wellness........................................... 14 Explore Something New................. 15 Sign-Up............................................ 16

DID YOU KNOW? You can view this issue of The Garden Variety online at: gsc.gl/cq82brf

April welcomes beautiful blooms and wonderful opportunities to gather with friends at Garden Spot Village. This year, we open our doors to local businesses for the annual Business Expo on Thursday, April 21. Residents and future residents are encouraged to visit our vendors from 10am-2pm, with booths located throughout the Village Square, Main Street and Chapel areas.

Vendor registration fees for this event are directed to the Benevolent Fund, supporting residents who can no longer afford the cost of living expenses.

WELCOME, BARBARA MARTIN! We are delighted to welcome Barbara Martin as our new Associate Director of Development.

Barb began working at Garden Spot Village on March 1, 2022.

She is excited to meet and partner with our residents and staff members as she coordinates events and designs publications for the Development Department.

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, & Kaiya Boll

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BIRD HOUSE AUCTION RESULTS We extend many thanks to our creators and bidders who actively participated in the 2022 Bird House Auction. This year, auction receipts exceeded $3,700, with cumulative earnings from annual auctions between 2009-2022 now surpassing $50,000! We are grateful to all who committed time and personal skill to benefit the Benevolent Fund at Garden Spot Village.

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MEMORIAL GARDEN Garden Spot Village holds a special place in the hearts of our residents.

If you have considered making plans to have ashes interred on campus, the Memorial Garden is a beautiful setting in which to do so.

To learn more about arranging the interment of ashes and making a gift to the Benevolent Fund, call Wendy Nagle, Director of Development (6215) to schedule an appointment.

DINING SERVICES

Christy Turner, Sodexo, General Manager

EASTER 2022 MENU SUNDAY, APRIL 17 | 11AM – 2PM

SOUP Asparagus Soup, Lemon, Parmesan, Pancetta SALAD BAR FEATURES

Assorted Deviled & Beet Eggs Spring Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Crumble and Raw Honey ENTREES Cinnamon Roasted Leg of Lamb with AppleMint Chutney Roasted Ham Citrus-Molasses Florida Grouper Crab Crust, Toasted Shiitake Mushroom Sauce SIDES Baked Sharp Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese Stewed Tomatoes | Potato-Leek Gratin Peas and Pearl Onions | Roasted Lemon Dill Baby Carrots BREADS Potato Rolls | Hot Cross Buns

BRUNCH AT LUNCH STATION FEATURING Cheese Blintzes with Fruit Compote Platter HOME-STYLE BREAKFAST BOWL Scrambled Eggs, Hashbrown Potatoes & Sauteed Onions smothered with Creamy Sausage Gravy, Cheddar Cheese and Green Onion BRAZILIAN STEAK BOWL Breakfast bowl with Southwest Flank Steak, Fried Egg, Chimichurri Sauce and Roasted Red Peppers over Quinoa DESSERTS Carrot Cake | Coconut Cake | Cheesecake GSV Homemade Coconut Cream Pie GSV Homemade Banana Cream Pie GSV Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs GSV Homemade Coconut Cream Eggs Garden Spot Ice Cream A La Carte Pricing | Terrace Dining Room Reservations required.

Call (6071), 11am-2pm, to make your reservation.

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LIFE ENRICHMENT **All NEW sign-ups begin April 6 APRIL 1- APRIL 14

Volunteer Tax Assistance

Unless you have a complicated return or high income, Volunteer Tax Assistance is available at GSV through VITA. To schedule an appointment, call Resident Services (6000).

APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 25, MONDAY

Ask-a-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check 9-11am, Gardens West Health Center Courtesy of Continuous Home Care.

No appointment necessary.

APRIL 4, MONDAY

Hymn Sing

7pm, Chapel

Leader: Gordon Lash APRIL 5, TUESDAY

Frontier Communications 9-11am, Resident Services

A secure payment drop-box will be available at Resident Services.

APRIL 6, WEDNESDAY

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

APRIL 13, WEDNESDAY

**Ladies Breakfast

Baby Kangaroos

8am, Yoder’s Restaurant 7:45 depart Apartment Suites Lobby

2:30-3pm, Village Park

Special Guest: Sherilyn Lapp, director of Social Services The first Wednesday, monthly, GSV ladies gather for friendship and food.

Menu dining or buffet. Drive on your own or ride the bus.

APRIL 7, 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. April 21 Coffee & Conversation canceled. Enjoy the Expo!

APRIL 11, MONDAY & APRIL 12, TUESDAY

Council Meetings 9am, Forge

(4/11) Apartment Council (4/12) Cottage Council

Lions and Tigers and Bears… Oh My! Or is it Kangaroos? Have you ever met a kangaroo? Dunkin and Pearl would like to meet you. Stop by and say hello!

APRIL 18, MONDAY

Towne Meeting

2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV

Monthly, GSV team members share the latest Village happenings APRIL 21, THURSDAY

GSV Business Expo 10am-2pm

An exclusive event for GSV residents.

See page 2 for details.

APRIL 21, THURSDAY

New Holland Area Historical Society 7pm, Chapel

See page 15 for details. Members and non-members invited.

SATURDAY EVENING 7pm | GSV CHAPEL

CONCERT SERIES

SPEAKER SERIES APRIL 14, THURSDAY

7pm, Chapel Speaker: Sue Hostetter, Topic: Mt Gretna; Then & Now Learn about the railroad, National Guard soldiers, amusement parks, hotels, Lake Conewago, the Bible Festival, Chautauqua Movement and more. Mt Gretna is more than just ice cream!

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MANOR WINDS MODERN CHAMBER MUSIC FOR EVERYONE.

Donations accepted at the door.

Residents & their families welcome.

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4-7pm, GSV Greenhouse

Tour the Aeroponic Greenhouse at GSV and take in the lush growth of greens. The first 100 visitors will receive a free greens sample to take home. Makers offering a variety of unique arts and crafts will be on hand. Come hungry! Several local food trucks will offer tasty treats to purchase. Toe-tappin’ music tops off the evening. Invite family and friends to this outdoor event. Ride the shuttle from the Center for Health or walk; parking is limited.

Food Trucks; cost-on-own.

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BOOK GIVEAWAY APRIL 14, THURSDAY

9am-1pm | Village Park

It’s a Book Give-Away with books galore- for free!

LIGHTHOUSE VOCATIONAL SERVICES POP-UP APRIL 6, WEDNESDAY

DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY

Discover beautifully handcrafted cards and treats with an Easter theme. Proceeds benefit those with developmental disabilities in order to promote personal growth and opportunity.

GSV and the New Holland Police partner to offer Drug Take-Back Day. Dispose of unused drugs in a safe manner.

This service is free and confidential.

10am – 2pm, Village Square

APRIL 23, SATURDAY

10am-2pm, Village Square

AROUND TOWN April 14 – May 31- ELANCO Library Art Show Featured GSV Artist: Paulette Moore April 5 – May 1- Smokey Joe’s Café- Fulton Theater April 22-24- Snow White Ballet- Cavod Theater April 23, Saturday- Chicken Pot Pie Take-Out Bareville Fire Co

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MARKETING

Kelly Sweigart, Director of Sales

DOWNSIZING Q&A If you have considered downsizing your home at Garden Spot Village, but are uncertain about what that means, please join Sales Director Kelly Sweigart for a Downsizing Q&A on Tuesday, April 12 at 2pm in the Garden South Conference Room. This conversation is geared toward residents who are interested in gathering information about moving from a carriage home or a cottage within Garden Spot Village or Sycamore Springs to an apartment. Kelly will provide an overview of the internal move process and answer your questions during this hour-long session.

Registration is required; please sign up at Resident Services in person or by calling (6000).

RECENT BLOGS

EXPERIENCING KENYA WITH FRIENDS

Written by Emma Burger “I loved traveling with Garden Spot Village and building relationships in the team,” comments Judy Rettew, resident of Garden Spot Village since January 2016. Although a very seasoned traveler, this was Judy’s first trip to Kenya.

Read more at: gsc.gl/ur873z

SHORT FILMS

PERSONAL CONNECTIONS IN KENYA

Written by Emma Burger “Meeting Vivian was the best part of my trip to Kenya,” says Nancy Heckman, a resident of Garden Spot Village since June 2012. It was Nancy’s third trip to Kenya; her second with a Travel with Purpose Trip with Garden Spot Village.

Read more at: gsc.gl/ur873z

APRIL ENDEAVOR Highlighting the opportunities people have to live and work with purpose in community at Garden Spot Village.

Watch online: gsc.gl/wf50pm2

Invite your friends to a

LOOK & LEARN SEMINAR THURSDAY, MAY 12 THURSDAY, JULY 28

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.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 10:30am–12:30pm

Get details & register at: gsc.gl/looknlearn

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PA S TO R A L S E R V I C E S APRIL 3, SUNDAY

Life Story Series | 7pm, Chapel

Speaker: Gwen Ruth Dickerson Gwen will speak about her grandfather William ‘Chester’ Ruth, the son of a freed slave and inventor who lived in Gap, PA. APRIL 6 & 20, WEDNESDAY

Men’s Christian Fellowship | 9am – Meeting in Various Locations

Topic: Life Lessons from Romans. Contact Don Aldrich (610) 299-0713 for information.

APRIL 6, WEDNESDAY

Wednesday Evening Bible Study | 7pm, Chapel

Chet Yoder, Campus Pastor

APRIL 27, WEDNESDAY Plain Living Series (formerly Amish Educational Series) | 7pm, Chapel Historian Steve Nolt will discuss the dynamics related to the Amish vote during the 2016 election cycle.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! MAY 2022

Informational Tour of HUB 450

Hub 450, named for its physical address at 450 North Prince Street, is a meaningful cross-cultural ministry. It supports refugee students and their family members relocated to Lancaster County from around the world. Stay tuned for more details in our May edition of the Garden Variety.

Topic: The God who Elevates Women, or Devalues Women?

(Ruth 1:16-18, Proverbs 31) APRIL 7, THURSDAY

Widowed Men’s Gathering | 8am, Concord Room

All widowed men are invited to breakfast and conversation.

APRIL 7, 14, 21 & 28, THURSDAY

Women’s Bible Study with Sally and Liz | 10am, Garden Towers Topic: Jesus, What a Savior

APRIL 10, SUNDAY Vespers Service | 6pm, Chapel Join us for a special Palm Sunday Celebration Vespers Service!

APRIL 11, MONDAY

It’s The Season | 3pm, Garden Towers

A café event hosted by Marian Harnish for discussion about the seasons of life (see side for fuller description).

APRIL 13, WEDNESDAY

Wednesday Evening Bible Study | 7pm, Channel 956 only

Wrap-Up discussion of “Tough Questions” Series.

APRIL 15, Friday

Good Friday Service | 3pm, Chapel

Join us for a Good Friday Service to remember the crucifixion of Christ.

APRIL 19, TUESDAY

MOHI Travel with Purpose Team Q&A | 9-10am, Garden Towers

Join an open forum with the Travel with Purpose Team. Come with your questions and interest. Hear more about their service in mission to Nairobi, Kenya with the students, families and staff of Missions of Hope International (MOHI).

APRIL 21, THURSDAY

Men’s Breakfast at Yoder’s | 7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant

Food, Fellowship, and a Devotional by GSV Chief Marketing Officer Scott Miller

APRIL 11, MONDAY

IT’S THE SEASON 3pm, Garden Towers

Welcome to a new, interactive café event. Stimulate your mind as you interact with those around you. Joining together provides a setting in which attendees will consider the season and its impact on their lives. There will be a loosely-guided discussion with Marian Harnish from Pastoral Services.

We invite you to think about your life season and have a light-hearted exchange with others. Everyone is invited!

Questions? Call Marian: 717.875.4623.

PLEASE JOIN US ON A SUMMER READING ADVENTURE

Travel from the South to cities of the North and West as we follow three individuals on the journey of a lifetime, from 1910 to 1970 - the years of the Great Migration. Discover the ways that they not only survived, but thrived, despite the many obstacles facing people of color in those days.

Author Isabelle Wilkerson narrates their stories with resolute accuracy. Sign up at Resident Services to purchase a copy of the Warmth of Other Suns. Only $10 per book.

We invite you to enjoy this book either as a personal reading experience or in a small group. Please indicate at sign-up if you would like to join a small group. Or, please indicate if you have a group with room for one or two more. Our hope is that many will want to share reading experiences with others in a larger gathering after the summer months. It is also our hope that this will be the first of many reading adventures at Garden Spot Village!

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INTRODUCING THE GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE KENNEL CLUB “When I moved to Garden Spot Village, I was told that if I wanted to start a club, I just needed to find one person to join me,” says Paulette Moore. “So I found a friend, Janice Ford, and we started a Kennel Club.”

Janice and Paulette worked closely with Garden Spot Village administration to secure space and establish guidelines for a Bark Park in the Sycamore Springs neighborhood. The fenced space provides an opportunity for dogs owned by Garden Spot Village residents to run unleashed. The ladies carefully researched rules for local dog parks, best practices and recommendations from the American Kennel Club, Animal Law Information and Humane Society of America. They also worked with a local boarding-kennel owner to get real-world insight.

Janice says, “This is a new venture and we are taking a view that will protect our buddies and our residents without adding additional burden to the staff at Garden Spot Village. We developed our guidelines with these objectives in mind.”

Any Garden Spot Village resident with a dog can join the Kennel Club. Fees will be waived for the first year, but starting in 2023, there will be nominal fees to cover upkeep, upgrades and maintenance of the Bark Park. At the end of the year, surplus funds will be donated to the Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund.

The Bark Park, which will be available in early April 2022, will include benches and mulched corners to make mowing and trimming easier for Campus Services. In addition, the Bark Park will be a “use-at-your-own risk” space and owners will be liable for any injury or damage caused by their dog.

To join the Kennel Club or learn more, email kennelclub@gardenspotvillage.net.

RULES FOR THE BARK PARK INCLUDE:

• Dogs must be healthy, properly licensed and with up-to-date vaccinations (including rabies, distemper and Bordetella).

• Open one gate at a time in the double-gated area. Open and close the outer gate, unleash your dog and enter the off-leash area.

• Always have your leash in hand, dog in sight and under control; do not leave your dog unattended.

• Clean up after your dog. Supply your own clean-up bags and take them with you for proper disposal.

• Dogs 50 pounds and under are allowed in the park at any time; dogs larger than 50 pounds are permitted when the park is not being used by smaller dogs.

• If your dog displays aggression toward people or other dogs, please remove them from the dog park.

• Dogs must be at least four months old; dogs in heat are not permitted.

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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.

APRIL 1-30 - TRASH TO CASH

Your TRASH could be a local ministry’s CASH! Garden Spot Village collects: Soda Can Tabs (Ronald McDonald House), Used Eye Glasses (New Holland Lions Club), Cereal Box Tops & Coca-Cola Bottle Caps (ELANCO Schools), Envelopes with Canceled Stamps (GSV Benevolent Fund), Gently Used Sewing Machines (Sewing Peace Project) and Used Adult-Sized Bicycles (Pedals for Progress).

Ongoing collection at the Apartment Suites Welcome Center

UPCOMING COLLECTION MAY 1-31 HELPING GRANDS PROJECT

Scented lotions, soaps, etc. for Pamper Bags and fast food gift cards

GSV-TV Channel 956: What’s New in April SHORT FILMS

MONDAYS, 8am: Gaithers, Southern gospel and contemporary Christian music TUESDAYS, 6pm: April Endeavor

GSV TV Channel 956

APRIL FEATURE: EASTER TRIVIA

Tune into GSV-TV in April for Easter Trivia.

Example: Do you know which South American country Easter Island belongs to?

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.

NOTE: If you see

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

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

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CELEBRATING 32 YEARS!

May 2-6, 2022 Spooky Nook Sports 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim, PA 17545 Garden Spot Village is honored to be a Platinum Sponsor of the Senior Games again this year!

Coordinated by the Lancaster County Office of Aging See more details on page 14.

(717) 299-7979

We will have a presence at the 18-hole golf outing on Friday, May 6 at Overlook Golf Course.

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Register Online at

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SOCIAL SERVICES

Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP APRIL 11, MONDAY

10am, Concord Room | Facilitators: Leah Hoffner (6171), Marcia Parsons (6239)

Guest Speaker: Marci Miller, Gibble, Kraybill & Hess Topic: Estate Planning

MY FELLOW TRAVELER

CANCELED FOR APRIL, will return in May

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP APRIL 14, THURSDAY

3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171) Guest Speaker: Dr. Strybos Topic: Macular Degeneration Update

ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP APRIL 19, TUESDAY

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

Special Speaker: Laura Gribble, Music Therapist Topic: Turn Down the Volume on Tremors with Music

COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR

APRIL 20, WEDNESDAY

10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076)

Interested in supporting friends or a family member experiencing cognitive challenges? This group’s focus is dementia education and nonjudgmental interactions.

SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS APRIL 20, WEDNESDAY

10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259) The purpose of this group is encouragement and support, particularly for those who may feel down, alone, anxious or stressed. Please RSVP.

PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP APRIL 25, MONDAY

2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264) Special Speaker: Marian Harnish Topic: Leaving a Legacy

ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP

APRIL 3, 10, 17 & 24, SUNDAY

6:30pm, GSV Prayer & Meditation Room Call 410-598-6792 for more information.

Nar-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. (Not facilitated by Social Services.)

ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org

CONNECTIONS

A new opportunity coming soon!

APRIL 12 – MAY 17, TUESDAY, 3-4:30pm Do you desire to connect with residents you do not yet know or get to know acquaintances better? If so, Connections is for you! One of the best ways to connect in a meaningful way is to have the opportunity to share important aspects of your life stories. During this time together we will form groups of 6–8 people who will meet for an hour to an hour and a half each week for 6 weeks (Tuesday afternoons, April 12 – May 17). Each week we will have a brief presentation by a resident or a staff member to prime the pump for discussion, and we will also take turns sharing some aspects of our own life stories. We will learn helpful ways to share our life stories and helpful ways to respond to others’ stories. GSV Social Services and Chaplaincy departments are coming together to create this opportunity.

Sign up at Resident Services by Friday, April 8.

Designate which group you prefer: ladies’ group, men’s group, mixed group, or couples’ group.

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VO LU N T E E R S E RV I C E S

Daryl Groff, Director of Volunteer Services

SHARING GIFTS & HELPING OTHERS “When I can help someone—and not just do something for someone—if I can enable them to do it for themselves, that is so rewarding,” says Charley Hentz, Garden Spot Village resident since October 2013. Charley, a retired math and science teacher, finds great satisfaction in teaching. This desire to help others shines through his volunteer roles at Garden Spot Village.

Once a month, Charley drives the shuttle to Yoder’s Country Market. He picks up the keys and the 14-passenger bus, and starts his trip through the community, stopping first at the South Entrance of the Village Square Apartments, then Gardens East, the Apartment Suites Lobby, and finally, the Village Square Main Entrance. He picks up shoppers and transports them to the Yoder’s shopping complex. He makes his first drop at Yoder’s, then heads to the Fulton Bank, dropping off the riders who have transactions to complete. He waits outside, then transports his passengers to Yoder’s for a quick shopping trip.

He delights in taking the extra step, helping people on and off the bus, loading and unloading their groceries and generally making their trip as enjoyable as possible. Charley notes that residents who take advantage of the shopping shuttle do so because they no longer have a car or are no longer able to drive. The weekly shuttle allows them to do their own shopping, rather than relying on family or friends to take them or to pick up groceries for them. He has regular riders who ride along each time he drives the bus. Offering his neighbors the freedom to go to the grocery store means a lot to Charley. “Residents are so appreciative to have someone take them to the store. It is so rewarding to be able to help them in that way,” Charley says.

In addition to the shopping shuttle, Charley volunteers through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and the Technology Assistance Group (TAG). He also works in the Chapel sound booth and provides tech support for movies shown in the Theater. He is very involved in the Wood Shop and the Train Room, as well.

Charley encourages others to join the pool of volunteer shuttle drivers. “You don’t need a special license, and the bus is not hard to drive.” He appreciates the opportunity to connect with others in his community. Plus, he says, “In less than two hours, you are already back from the trip.”

Volunteer Services coordinates the weekly shuttles to Yoder’s on Thursdays at 1pm and Shady Maple on the second Tuesday of each month. To volunteer as a shuttle driver, contact Daryl Groff, director of Volunteer Services, at (6204).

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CHECK OUT APRIL THEATER EXPERIENCES! Friday Flicks, 2pm & 7pm, Theater 4/1 4/8 4/15 4/22

Field of Dreams / 1989 / PG / Sports Field of Dreams / 1989 / PG / Sports Peter Rabbit 2 / 2021 / PG / Family, Comedy Peter Rabbit 2 / 2021 / PG / Family, Comedy

Curiosity Streaming, 7pm, Theater 4/10 4/24

The Skin of the Earth Hidden in the Depths

All About Easter Ed Sullivan’s 20 Entertainers

Tuesday Musicals, 2pm & 7pm, Theater 4/19

4/18 The Jesus Film | 1979 | 2h 6min | Docudrama The life of Jesus Christ based on the Gospel of Luke.

Filmed on location in Israel. Translated into more than 1,000 languages. The most translated and viewed film in history.

Special Feature - The Chosen Series 1:30pm, Theater

Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater 4/11 4/25

Easter Monday Special Feature 10am, 4pm & 7pm, Theater

Send Me No Flowers with Doris Day

4/9

Episode 1 & 2 | 96min | cc Have Called You By Name / Shabbot (4/12) Repeat; 2pm & 7pm

4/16

Episode 3 & 4 | 80min | cc Jesus Loves The Little Children The Rock On Which It Is Built

4/23

Episode 5 & 6 | 108min | cc The Wedding Gift Indescribable Compassion

4/30

Episode 7 & 8 | 139min | cc Invitations I Am He

Movie Oldies, 2pm & 7pm, Theater 4/26 4/28

Ben Hur Part 1 / CC Ben Hur Part 2 / CC

Check out April GSV-TV FRIDAY CLASSICS 7pm, GSV-TV only

April features: Happy Birthday Doris Day!

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME!!!!

MAY 10, TUESDAY

MAY 26 & JUNE 16, THURSDAY

Cost: $8 includes transportation and game

Cost: $16.50pp includes transportation and game

**READING FIGHTIN’ PHILS 9AM DEPART APARTMENT SUITES LOBBY 11AM GAME TIME

Additional free tickets available, drive-on-your-own, courtesy of GSV sponsorship.

**Lancaster Barnstormers 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby 11am game time Sign up at Resident Services.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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WELLNESS

Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness

MARK YOUR CALENDARS LINE DANCING

SATURDAY APRIL 2, 7-11PM Join us for Line Dancing with DJ Nancy at White Chimneys, 5117 Lincoln Highway, Gap, PA 17527.

Drive on your own.

APRIL IS NATIONAL MOVE MORE MONTH: GET UP AND GO! Created by the American Heart Association as a way to help improve the health of Americans everywhere, National Move More Month encourages us to walk 10,000 steps- or even better, 20 minutes of aerobic exercise daily.

THE HISTORY OF NATIONAL MOVE MORE MONTH

The benefits of living an active lifestyle have been known since antiquity.

Cicero said, “It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigor.” The Romans prized physical fitness, especially among their well-trained armies. Since then, exercise has evolved. This month is simply embracing the foundations that movement and living an active lifestyle are key components to being a healthier person. In the 50s, a study of bus conductors versus bus drivers who didn’t have additional exercise regimens beyond work found that conductors (who are much more active than the sedentary drivers) suffered less from heart disease and other health conditions. Regardless of whether you choose the ancient art of hurling a discus or modern weightlifting and calisthenics, getting out and moving more during the month of April is what’s important – even if it’s just walking for 30 MINUTES every day.

WELLNESS HIGHLIGHTS AQUA ARTHRITIS WITH JOANNE Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30pm This class is designed for people with Arthritis or limited movement in order to help manage symptoms, maintain independence and enjoy life through gentle activity that works range of motion and strengthens muscles.

LANCASTER SENIOR GAMES May 2-6 Garden Spot Communities has been a Platinum Sponsor of the Senior Games for the past several years. Let’s represent our wonderful community. There is something for everyone. Events include everything from playing cards to swimming. Pick up information in the Wellness Center Hallway. Return registration forms by Thursday, April 7, 3pm to Wellness Department.

Questions? Contact Joanne Ashcroft (6117).

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Cost: $8pp admission. Snacks & sodas by donation, including Garlic Ranch Seasoned Pretzels.

Sign up at Resident Services to indicate interest.

THURSDAY APRIL 7

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR SENIOR GAMES! SATURDAY APRIL 9

GSV HIKING CLUB 9am meet at Wolf’s Hollow Park 1399 Scoff Road, Atglen, PA 19310.

Drive on your own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

Questions? Contact Lauren Graber (6228) or lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org Hiking Club meets the second Saturday of each month (weather permitting).

FRIDAY APRIL 22

EXERCISE BINGO! 2pm, Wellness Hallway

Clap your hands, march in place, smile at your neighbor and more to win BINGO.

F&M COMMON HOUR

ART GUILD / ART TALK

11:30AM, THEATER

11AM, THEATER

APRIL 7 & 14, THURSDAY

4/7 Human Trafficking in our Backyard 4/14 How to Go Far… and Take Others with You

**BEGINNER DRAWING CLASS EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

APRIL 1 - 30 Gallery Feature: Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Glass Case Feature: Tony der Kinderen, porcelain collection

TRIVIA NIGHT

**ACRYLIC POURING ADVANCED WORKSHOP

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

1PM, ART STUDIO

APRIL 4 & 18, MONDAY

1:30PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

APRIL 7, THURSDAY

2-3PM, PAVILION

Includes container (4-6", lots of choices), two succulent plants, soil and stones for drainage. An assortment of other succulents available for $2 each.

Teacher: Karen Klein Cost: $6pp Sign up at Resident Services.

(Sign up begins April 6) Teacher: Evie Hershey This workshop is for the advanced student with acrylic pouring experience. Class limited to 5. Cost: $5pp, payable day-of, includes supplies.

Sign up at Resident Services.

APRIL 21, THURSDAY

**CREATIVE CARDS

**SUCCULENT CLASS

9AM, ART STUDIO

NEW HOLLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

APRIL 6, WEDNESDAY

April Featured Book: The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles

MAY 3, TUESDAY

Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp Sign up at Resident Services.

7PM, CHAPEL

2PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

Join us for an interactive discussion of all things Dining Services.

APRIL 21, THURSDAY

Join in the conversation … not a class but a friendly place to improve your Spanish. Questions? Call Cecilia Bardone (6598).

BOOK CLUB

APRIL 28, THURSDAY

Teacher: Win Reber (Sign up begins April 6) Are you struggling to draw? Whether you paint or sketch, basic drawing skills are helpful. Join this 4-week class to learn the basics. Choose the class time that works best for you. Pick up supplies list at time of sign-up.

Cost: $10pp, non-members; Free, Art Guild members Sign up at Resident Services.

**CARD CONNECTION

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH

DINING AMBASSADORS 2PM, CONCORD ROOM

APRIL 3, SUNDAY

7PM, CONCORD ROOM

Speaker: Tony der Kinderen Topic: Wheel-thrown Porcelain

APRIL 19, 26 & MAY 3, 10, WEDNESDAY

8:30AM & 10:30AM, ART STUDIO

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY & APARTMENT SUITES DISPLAY CASE

APRIL 28, THURSDAY

Topic: The Hammerhead of Historic Poole Forge Speaker: Bill Shirk Members and non-members welcome.

APRIL 26, TUESDAY

2PM, ART STUDIO

Make a brand new, creative card.

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

**ACRYLIC POURING WORKSHOP APRIL 28, THURSDAY

9AM, ART STUDIO

(Sign up begins April 6) Teacher: Evie Hershey Create a colorful abstract by pouring and manipulating paint on canvas.

Class size limited to 5. Cost: $5pp, payable day-of, includes supplies.

Sign up at Resident Services.

**QUEST FOR LEARNING

APRIL 5 – MAY 10, TUESDAY

9:30AM, THEATER

Critical Thinking in the 21st Century 4/5 Our Minds at Work 4/12 Information Literacy; How to Evaluate Information 4/19 When Figures Lie & Liars Figure 4/26 If all poodles are dogs …

How we use Deduction in Everyday Thinking 5/3 How to Say What You Mean & Mean What You Say 5/10 Free Speech & Cheap Speech; Who Gets to Say What Cost: FREE courtesy of GSV sponsorship.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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LIFE ENRICHMENT APRIL 2022 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6

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).

APRIL 1, FRIDAY

APRIL 13, WEDNESDAY

**SHOPPING SHUTTLE

**PARCR

9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return 11:30am

9-11am, Forge

Ride the GSV shuttle to Good’s Store.

APRIL 5, TUESDAY

**LANCASTER AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE WALKING TOUR 9:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2pm

(Sign up began March 2) Learn about the life and times of courageous Abolitionists, Underground Railroad Agents and Black Entrepreneurs. A 2hour stepon/step-off guided walking tour with average walking required. Time-onyour-own for lunch at Central Market.

Topic: The Lancaster African American Experience Cost: $15pp includes guided walking tour and GSV transportation.

APRIL 7, THURSDAY

**LANCASTER SYMPHONY NEIGHBORHOOD SERIES

5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up began March 2) Feature: Michael Butterman; The Barbecue of Seville, The World of Rhythm Concert Cost: Pay-what-you-will donation at the door.

Cost: $8pp GSV transportation

The PA Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR) invites you to attend a Zoom meeting on retirement community issues & regulations.

Topic: PDA 101: An Introduction to the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.

Sign up at Resident Services.

APRIL 27, WEDNESDAY

**FULTON THEATER

12:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5pm

(Sign up begins April 6) Fulton Theater presents Smokey Joe’s Café, a musical revue. Enjoy the show and a brief pre-show walk and talk courtesy of GSV show sponsorship.

Cost: $8pp includes transportation and show.

MAY 5, THURSDAY

**LANCASTER SYMPHONY NEIGHBORHOOD SERIES

5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up begins April 6) Chelsea Gallo Symphonic Imbibements Concert Cost: Pay-what-you-will donation at the door.

Cost: $8pp GSV transportation

PCA&D AND GSV WATERCOLOR EXPLORATION WORKSHOP**

MAY 14, SATURDAY | 7-9PM, ART STUDIO | Teacher: Justin Phillips Workshop for GSV residents and public.

Cost: Free to GSV residents courtesy of PCA&D & GSV Residents sign up at Resident Services. Fee based for public. Public register online thru PCA&D.

MAY 24, TUESDAY

**RAYSTOWN LAKE PROUD MARY SHOWBOAT 7am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 6:30pm

(Sign up began March 2) Tour the Lake Raystown Resort, step aboard the Proud Mary Showboat for a breathtaking view and luncheon cruise and visit the Raystown Lake Region Visitor Center. Travel in style and comfort with Elite Coach while enjoying the company of GSV friends.

Flyer available at the Life Enrichment Office.

Cost: $125pp includes Luncheon cruise, Elite Coach transportation and driver gratuity.

JUNE 22, WEDNESDAY

**PA GRAND CANYON WAGON ADVENTURE

6:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 11pm

(Sign up begins April 6) Ride an Ole Covered Wagon (complete with cushioned seats) while enjoying the Waterfall Tour through the PA Grand Canyon.

Sit back and relax during this 3 ½ hour tour with restroom stops.

Knowledgeable guides tell the tale while horses wind their way on the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Flyer available at the Life Enrichment Office.

Cost: $212pp includes Elite Coach transportation, covered wagon tour with lunch, guide service, Historic Penn Wells Hotel dinner and gratuities.

Registration Deadline: May 31

**ALL NEW SIGN-UPS BEGIN WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6 If a waiting list warrants, a second trip may be scheduled. | SIGN UP AT RESIDENT SERVICES | Schedule subject to change.