Garden Variety Vol 14 Issue 7 July 2022

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GARDENVARIETY July 2022 | A Publication of Garden Spot Village

Join us for Christmas in July See page 8 for details!

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CONTENTS

DEVELOPMENT

Wendy Nagle, Director of Development

— Volume 14 Issue 7 — Development.................................... 2 Dining Services............................... 3 Life Enrichment.............................. 4 Traveling Ice Cream Carnival......... 4 Servant Stage................................... 4 Glow Party....................................... 4 5th Friday......................................... 5 Ice Cream Trail................................ 5 Wagon Concerts.............................. 5 Marketing........................................ 6 Pastoral Services.............................. 7 Grands & Kids Camp..................... 8 GSV-TV Chanel 956....................... 8 Making a Difference....................... 9 Mindful Taste and Learn................ 10 Theater Experiences......................... 10 Summer Arts Program.................... 10 Social Services................................. 11 Volunteer Services........................... 12 Airing of the Quilts......................... 13 Wellness........................................... 14 Explore Something New................. 15 AARP Smart Driver Course.......... 15 Sign-Up............................................ 16 Around Town.................................. 16

PUBLISHER

On June 7, we welcomed 100 players to Garden Spot Village’s annual golf outing at Applecross Country Club. We are grateful to our supporting businesses and active volunteers who joined us to raise funds for our Benevolent Fund.

garden soirée

SEPTEMBER 17, SATURDAY, UNDER THE TENT, LOT 9.

Guests will arrive at 5:30pm and enjoy a magnificent harvest meal crafted by our Sodexo dining team. Our presentation includes a Farmer’s Market Board, Harvest Salad, roasted vegetables, and entrees of Pork Tenderloin, Short Ribs, and Sage & Brown Butter Butternut Squash Ravioli. We’ll top off your dining experience with a magnificent presentation of desserts—served grazing style. The New Holland Swing Band sets the stage for our evening entertainment. Tickets: $125 per person. Net proceeds from the event will benefit the Benevolent Fund. To purchase tickets, visit our ticket ordering webpage at https://gsc.gl/GS22 or call Wendy Nagle (6215).

Garden Spot Village

JOIN US

OUR MISSION

CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON

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

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D EC E

MBER 3RD

...AS WE OPEN OUR DOORS TO THE VILLAGE CHRISTMAS MARKET SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2022.

Join us for shopping, eating, entertainment, visits to the train room, and stamping workshops with Ned Bustard, author of Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver.

Guests will enjoy a day filled with food, gift vendors, D E C Eentertainment, store shopping, M B E R 3 R D and fun activities for families and children. Would you like to join us as a vendor orTRAINS, volunteer help support the Benevolent QUILTS, ANDto WOODSHOP OPEN ARTISANS CORNER • Barb MAKERS MARKET • KIDS Associate ACTIVITIES Fund?

Contact Martin, Director of SHARE & CARE THRIFT STORE • FOOD Development at (6153).

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FREE PARKING 433 S KINZER AVE, NEW HOLLAND, PA 17557

DINING SERVICES

Christy Turner, Sodexo, General Manager

Garden Spot Village

GSV CHICKEN BBQ WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2022 Pick up at the Concord Room, 11:30am – 1pm • • • • •

Farmer’s Farme arm r’s ’

Market

WEDNESDAY, JULY 6 & 20, 2022 Concord Room, 10am – 1pm

½ BBQ Chicken Sweet Corn Casserole with Maple Glaze Amish Coleslaw Fresh Local Tomato Basil Salad Blueberry White Chocolate Blondie $15.00 per meal, discounts will be applied Pre-sale tickets only. Tickets available for purchase June 27 – July 8, 2022 at The Harvest Table and Refresh Coffee Bar

PRODUCE AND BAKED GOODS PROVIDED BY PHILIP WEAVER Summerset Farm Market – New Holland, PA Many Seasonal Favorites Available Benefiting the Benevolent Fund

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LIFE ENRICHMENT **All NEW sign-ups begin July 6 JULY 5, TUESDAY

Village Life Overview

9am, Concord Room A special invitation to those who have recently moved to GSV. Come to VLO, a time of coffee, pastries and getting to know each other. Hosted by Social Services & Life Enrichment.

Limited seating. RSVP to (6077).

JULY 6, WEDNESDAY

Ladies Breakfast

8am, Yoder’s Restaurant 7:45 depart Apartment Suites Lobby Special Guest: Sarah Lowery, ADS The first Wednesday, monthly, GSV ladies gather for friendship and food.

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

JULY 7 & 21, 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.

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

JULY 11, 18 & 25, MONDAY Ask-a-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check 9-11am, Gardens West Health Center Courtesy of Continuous Home Care. No appointment necessary.

Note: No July 4th Ask-a-Nurse.

JULY 5, TUESDAY

Frontier Communications

9-11am, Resident Services A secure Frontier payment drop-box is available.

JULY 11, MONDAY & JULY 12, TUESDAY

TRAVELING ICE CREAM CARNIVAL

Council Meetings

9am, Forge 7/11 Apartment Council 7/12 Cottage Council

JULY 13, DAY

JULY 18, MONDAY

Towne Meeting

2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV Monthly, GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.

Servant Stage travels to Garden Spot Village for a performance of Rock Around the Clock, an old fashioned tribute to the greatest hits of 50s and 60s Rock ‘n Roll. This lively song and dance review is a Servant Stage original.

Pay-what-you-will donations accepted at the door.

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Theme: Christmas in July.

A GSV exclusive event.

SERVANT STAGE PRESENTS: ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK JULY 14, THURSDAY, 7PM, CHAPEL

Beginning 1pm and traveling to the designated Wagon Concert stops. Enjoy a free ice cream and entertainment by Nick DiSanto, one-man-band.

GLOW PARTY JULY 22, FRIDAY 7-8PM, PAVILION

Glow Parties are back! Gather around the fire pit, and enjoy an evening with neighbors and friends.

S’mores-making kits provided.

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Cost: Free

5 TH FRIDAY JULY 29, SATURDAY 4-7PM, SYCAMORE SPRINGS CIRCLE

5th Friday at Garden Spot Village brings together music, food trucks and artists.

A la cart pricing on own.

Public invited.

WAGON CONCERTS GSV ICE CREAM TRAIL JOIN GSV ON AN ICE CREAM ADVENTURE… explore a variety of local creamery-on-the-farm and ice cream shop locations.

Purchase a delicious one scoop, two scoops or more.

Ride the GSV shuttle.

JULY 5

SCOUPE DEVILLE, BIRDSBORO

AUG. 2

MAPLEHOFE DAIRY, QUARRYVILLE

JULY 19 AUG. 16

PATCHES FAMILY CREAMERY, LEBANON *NEW* LAPP VALLEY, INTERCOURSE **Additional dates possible, determined by sign-up.

Depart 12:30pm; Approximate return, 3pm Cost: $8pp transportation. Ice Cream cost on own.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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.

7/13 NICK DISANTO one-man-band beginning 1pm

7/20 HANNAH WENGER vocals beginning 2pm 7/27 MARLENE MARTIN accordion beginning 2pm

Additional Wagon Concert dates to be announced.

In case of rain, Wagon Concerts are cancelled.

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MARKETING

Kelly Sweigart, Director of Sales

JULY OPEN HOUSES Because of an increased demand for personal tours and the challenge of coordinating home tours, Garden Spot Village will offer Open Houses on Friday afternoons in July. Prospective residents will be invited to tour selected Garden Apartments, Village Square Apartments, Cottages, Carriage Homes, as well as single family homes at Sycamore Springs.

If you have a friend or family member who would like to participate in an Open House, please have them contact Resident Services at 717.355.6000.

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SHORT FILMS

MEETING CHILDREN IN KENYA

Written by Emma Burger “We were most interested in meeting the children,” commented both Tony and Arlene der Kinderen, residents of Garden Spot Village since May 2018, about their trip to Kenya. Through this journey to Nairobi, Kenya, they were exposed to the amazing work...

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JULY 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

LOOK & LEARN SEMINAR

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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THURSDAY, JULY 28 -ORWEDNESDAY, 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

Chet Yoder, Campus Pastor

JULY 6 & 20, WEDNESDAY

JULY 7, THURSDAY

JULY 21, THURSDAY

9am, Meeting in Various Locations This month we begin a new study from 1 & 2 Peter.

Contact Don Aldrich (610) 299-0713.

2pm, Pavilion (note new time & location) Join us for ice cream and pretzels.

Dale Hostetter demonstrates his latest restoration project!

7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant Food, fellowship, & devotional by Mark Farnham, LBC.

Men’s Christian Fellowship

Widowed Men’s Gathering

JULY 7, 14, 21 & 28, THURSDAY

JULY 8, FRIDAY

10am, Garden Towers Speakers: Liz & Sally begin a new study.

Topic: GSV Women Share Their Story, a different woman each week.

8am, Chapel Worship will be streamed onto the large screen in the Chapel. All are welcome to join in this international celebration.

Women’s Bible Study

Men’s Breakfast at Yoder’s

Mennonite Conference Live Stream

NEW YORK SCHOOL OF URBAN MINISTRY MISSION TRIP OCTOBER 9-13 The New York School of Urban Ministry (NYSUM), founded in 1984, has hosted, trained and deployed more than 150,000 youth and adults for urban ministry, partnering with inner city pastors, churches and ministries in New York City.

GSV residents John & Irene Smucker were founding partners and remain connected to NYSUM today.

October 9-13, Garden Spot Village will sponsor a group of residents and staff for a week of outreach with NYSUM. Opportunities will include light construction work at the center, assisting with the food truck ministry to homeless persons in the evenings, visiting the Brooklyn Tabernacle prayer/worship service on Tuesday evening, and sitting in a class related to urban missions. A $50.00 donation per participant is requested and will cover the cost of transportation and room and board at the NYSUM center.

Sign-up at Resident Services. For more information contact Pastor Chet Yoder or John & Irene Smucker.

BARBARA REED BOOK INTRODUCTION JULY 9, SATURDAY beginning at 8:30am, Village Park Barbara Reed, spouse of the late Harold Reed (former GSV Chaplain), has written a memoir of their lives together. She will share excerpts from her book which will include tragedy and near-tragedy, uncertainties, the unexpected, including their Alzheimer’s journey—and much joy! Barbara reports that readers routinely say that the book is “very well written,” and, “could hardly put it down.” This event will take place on Saturday, July 9 beginning at 8:30am with a continental breakfast served at no cost.

Please call 717.355.6000 to reserve a seat.

More information at 717.355.6203.

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Color me!

Join us for

Grands and Kids Camp

Christmas in July Sign up today for one or both…

3-Day Camp: July 12-14 Adventure Box: June, July & August Sign up to participate at Resident Services.

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

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

GSV TV Channel 956

JULY FEATURE: FIND-A-BEAR

In coordination with the Grands & Kids theme this month, GSV-TV will feature Christmas in July “Find-a-Bear.” A new clue will appear on GSV-TV Monday-Friday from 7am until the bear is found. If you find it, take it to the Life Enrichment office to be entered into a grand prize drawing.

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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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.

JULY 1-31 COLLECTION:

BACKPACK COLLECTION FOR CROSSNET MINISTRIES

• Backpacks & Draw-String Gym Bags • Tissues (small packs) • Pencils & Mechanical Pencils • Colored Pencils • Water-based Markers • Ruler • Erasers • Crayons (8, 12 or 24 pk) • Pencil Sharpener (w. top) • Glue Sticks • Scotch Tape • Spiral-bound Tablets • Pocket Folders • 3-Ring Binder with Lined Paper Backpacks and school supplies can be placed in the collection barrel located in the Apartment Suites Lobby during the month of July. ***All items must be in non-breakable containers. No food products.

THANK YOU! Thank you for your donation to the New Holland Food Pantry of 1,151 pounds of food. Your donation supports families and individuals in the community. We value your continued support for over 400 individuals every month.

UPCOMING COLLECTION: AUGUST 1-31

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX / PACK-A-PALOOZA SUPPLIES COLLECTION

- Meredith Dahl, CrossNet Ministries

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Mindful Taste and Learn

SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM

7pm, New Holland Park GSV shuttle; 6:30pm depart Apt. Suites Lobby

JULY 14, THURSDAY, 10AM, CONCORD ROOM Theme: Umani: Foods that make you go “oooooh” with Dietitian Tara Phillips & Chef Anthony Biscanti

CHECK OUT “CHRISTMAS IN JULY” THEATER EXPERIENCES! Friday Flicks, 2pm & 7pm, Theater 7/1 7/8 7/15 7/22

One Special Night / 2002 / PG / Julie Andrews & James Garner Christmas Snow / 2004 / NR / Katherine Helmon & Sid Caesar The Christmas Card / 2006 / NR / Alice Evans & Edward Asner Max Lucado Christmas Child / 2004 / NR / Steven Curtis Chapman

JULY 4

NH Concert Band & Fireworks

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Above – rain date

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West Chester Swing Kings

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Summit Hill Band

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New Holland Swing Band

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Nomads

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Rebekah Leigh

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The Fabulous Greaseband

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Elvis

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John Stevens Polka Band

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Adriano – keyboard

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The New Individuals

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Servant Stage Co

AUGUST 3

Blessings & Fowler

Tuesday Musicals, 2pm & 7pm, Theater 7/19 Christmas with Flicka / Frederica von Stade

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Anna Alexander Trio

Movie Oldies, 2pm & 7pm, Theater Only 7/28 The Shop Around the Corner / 1940 / Margaret Sullivan & James Stewart (cc)

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Perfect Harmony

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Conley & Watson

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Mitch & the Mood Swings

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Big Big Jazz Band

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Charlie Zahm

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Conrad Fisher

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Rizzetta’s Tones

GSV-TV FRIDAY CLASSICS, 7pm, GSV-TV only July features: Christmas in July

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SOCIAL SERVICES

Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP

JULY 11, MONDAY 10am, Concord Room | Facilitators: Leah Hoffner (6171), Marcia Parsons (6239) Speaker: Amelia Hamm, Director of Home and Community Services Topic: Overview of At Home and Adult Day Services

MY FELLOW TRAVELER July 13, Wednesday

10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076) Noticing cognitive changes in yourself? Join others experiencing the same for fellowship and tips on living in a safe, relaxed environment.

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP July 14, Thursday

3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171) Special Speaker: Dr Marissa Wedel, PA Retina Specialists Topic: Common Retinal Diagnoses

ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP July 19, Tuesday

2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264) Watch and discuss a presentation by Dr. Avram Fraint, neurologist with Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, in which he explains diagnostic techniques and non-surgical treatments.

COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR July 20, Wednesday

10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076) Interested in supporting friends or family experiencing cognitive challenges? This group’s focus is dementia education and nonjudgmental interactions.

SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS July 20, Wednesday

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

PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP July 25, Monday

2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264) Special Speaker: Laura Gribbel, GSC Music Therapist Topic: Turning Down the Volume on Tremors with Music

ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) | www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org

ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 SUNDAYS

6:30pm, Prayer & Meditation Room | 410.598.6792 for information.

FINANCIAL STRESS

Financial stress is challenging. If the stock market downturn, GSV rate increase, or other factors are causing you to lose sleep, consider a confidential discussion with your social worker. You may qualify for income based programs that could help, such as: • Medicare EXTRA HELP and MEDICARE SAVINGS • State Prescription assistance, PACE & PACENET • PA Property tax/Rent rebate program • GSV Benevolent Fund Reach out to the social worker for your area. We would be happy to explain each program and will help you apply if you may be able to benefit.

Garden Apartments – Mary Beth Villafane (6010) VSA and Cottages – Leah Hoffner (6171) Carriage Homes and Thistledown Co-Living Home – Sherilyn Lapp (6264) Sycamore Springs – Jenny Snyder (6259)

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

Daryl Groff, Director of Volunteer Services

GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE BEEKEEPERS A team of ten resident beekeepers cares for the three beehives located next to the aeroponic greenhouse. Sandy Allen, Garden Spot Village resident since August 2015, leads the group. She enjoys the opportunity to work with fellow residents in caring for the bees. Although participation in the club isn’t a volunteer opportunity per se, serving as a leader in the group is!

Recently, the group received a generous donation from one of their members. They used the donation to purchase a small shed for their tools. They look forward to having water and electric in the shed, which will allow them to do the extracting on-site rather than in someone’s garage.

Unfortunately, the bees from summer 2021 did not make it through the winter. As a result, the beekeepers purchased three nucleus colonies (nucs) which include a queen, some worker bees, a brood and honey (for the bees’ food). They installed the nucs in mid-May and Sandy checked them in early June.

Sandy says, “The bees are doing splendidly. They have propagated and are bringing in pollen to make honey. The queen is laying her eggs. We’ll just keep an eye on them this season to make sure they thrive. It’s unlikely that the bees will produce enough honey to harvest this summer. They are going to need all of their honey as food and fuel through the winter. Hopefully in fall 2023, we will have honey again.”

When the bees produce a surplus of honey, the beekeepers receive a portion of the harvest. When the harvest allows, honey is also offered for sale in Linden, so that the rest of the community can enjoy it! As always, a portion of sales at Linden benefits the Benevolent Fund.

Sandy encourages more residents to join the group saying, “You don’t need to be experienced to join us. You simply need to be interested in learning more about beekeeping. I didn’t know anything about bees when I moved to Garden Spot Village and now I’m in the middle of it all!”

Sandy shares that time commitment to the group is minimal; the group meets quarterly and assesses $25 dues each year.

Members of the club are invited to help tend the bees during the spring and summer, as well as to harvest and extract the honey. To learn more, contact Sandy Allen at 717.799.0624.

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Airing of the Quilts Saturday, July 23 9am-3pm, Garden Spot Village

An event where everyone can participate!

Inspired by the pioneer tradition of airing quilts by hanging them on bushes and trees, the Garden Spot Village Quilters will host “Airing of the Quilts.”

On Saturday, July 23, display all of the quilts that you own outside your home. Use magnets to attach quilted pieces to your garage door. String clothesline between trees for hanging quilts. Drape quilts over your balcony, porch railings, shrubs, benches and rocks.

From 9am - 3pm, walk or cruise Garden Spot Village and Sycamore Springs to view the display of quilts. Visit the special exhibit of quilts made with Ruby Short McKim patterns in the Legacy Garden. Purchase a quilt at the GSV Quilters’ pop-up sale in the Pavilion. Food trucks will add to the festivities.

Invite your friends and family to join you for this fun event. Rain date: July 30.

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WELLNESS

SUPPORT THAT MAKES A GOLD MEDAL POSSIBLE In June 2021, Charlie Istak moved to Garden Spot Village. He searched for a Christ-honoring environment where he and his wife could retire in community.

Once settled in his new home, Charlie looked to make connections and stay active.

The first stops were a prayer meeting and then the Wellness Center.

Charlie was delighted to see all of the available state-of-the-art equipment. He spoke with the entire team in Wellness: Andrea, Greg, Joanne, and Lauren. They were all enthusiastic about lending a helping hand and suggested coaching tips to stay active.

Joanne worked closest with Charlie and discovered that he was a three-time medalist at the Senior Games before moving to Garden Spot Village. The Senior Games is a competitive sports competition for adults over 50 years of age.

Charlie persisted in training for the Senior Games in the softball throw, football throw, javelin throw, and running competitions. He was delighted by how accommodating and kindhearted Joanne was as she assisted him in preparation for the gold.

When the first week of May 2022 arrived, Charlie was honored to represent Garden Spot Village at the Lancaster County Senior Games. He had nine months of training and a cross with Jesus’ name written on his shoe—aiming for the gold.

“Far be it from me; for those who honor Me I will honor.” (1 Samuel 2:30 NKJV) This was the thought at the forefront of Charlie’s mind while participating.

Charlie won the gold in Softball Throw and Football Throw with God’s grace. But unfortunately, the weather was unfavorable for the Javelin Throw and Running Events, which canceled those competitions.

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Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: JULY 18, MONDAY

KAYAKLANCO

A guided two-hour kayak tour of Speedwell Forge Lake. All kayaks are single sit-in kayaks, designed for maximum comfort for recreational kayakers. Cost: $55pp.

Sign up at Resident Services

CHECK OUT THE BUDDY BOARD,

where Wellness friends wait to connect with you!

Or contact Lauren Graber 717.355.6228, lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org

DO YOU WANT TO START TO EXERCISE BUT DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START? Please contact one of our friendly Wellness staff:

JOANNE ASHCROFT Wellness Coordinator, 717.355.6117, jashcroft@gardenspotvillage.org

When asked about his accomplishments Charlie responded, “I am most grateful to the Wellness Center while giving glory to God.”

ANDREA SMOKER Fitness Coordinator, 717.355.6055, asmoker@gardenspotvillage.org

The staff in the Wellness Center is incredible. The desire the team members display to keep the whole person healthy through showing Christ’s love and physical fitness shine bright to all who utilize the space.

LAUREN GRABER Director of Wellness, 717.355.6228, lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org

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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY & APARTMENT SUITES DISPLAY CASE

**CARD CONNECTION

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE AARP and Garden Spot Village partner to offer a Smart Driver Course, open to the public: 9am-1pm, Garden Towers

JULY 1-30 Gallery Feature: Susan Yoder, Animals Glass Case Feature: Jennie Sauer, Wood Folk Animals

JULY 21, THURSDAY 1PM, ART STUDIO Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp includes supplies Sign up at Resident Services.

**SEPTEMBER 13 & 15 TWO-DAY INTRO COURSE

ARTISANS CORNER 1ST FRIDAY POP-UP

**CREATIVE CARDS

**SEPTEMBER 22 ONE-DAY REFRESHER COURSE

JULY 1, FRIDAY 10AM – 12NOON Featured Artist: Sally Mittelstadt Demonstration: Purses & Wallets

BOOK CLUB

JULY 6, WEDNESDAY 2PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM July Book: A Woman of No Importance

by Sonia Powell August Book: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson

**PARCR

JULY 13, WEDNESDAY 9-11AM, FORGE The PA Alliance of Retirement Community Residents (PARCR) invites you to attend a Zoom meeting on retirement community issues and regulations.

Topic: The Connected Community Speaker: Chris Horsman, Morefield Communications Sign up at Resident Services.

JULY 26, TUESDAY 2PM, ART STUDIO Make a brand-new creative card.

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

ART GUILD / ART TALK

JULY 28, THURSDAY 11AM, THEATER Speaker: Susan Yoder Topic: Painting Animals

DINING AMBASSADORS

JULY 28, THURSDAY 2PM, CONCORD ROOM Join us for an interactive discussion of all things Dining Services. ** All NEW sign-ups begin July 6

A basic two-day, 4-hour per day course. Participation in both days is required for completion.

A basic refresher, 4-hour course.

Certificate of completion, within the last three years, must be presented in order to participate in the refresher course.

Check with your insurance company for a senior driver discount upon completion.

Please bring your AARP membership card and driver’s license to class.

Covid Update: AARP requires unvaccinated adults to wear a facemask per CDC guidelines.

Cost: $20pp member, $25pp nonmember.

Payment received via check, day of, payable to AARP. Class size is limited.

Sign up at Resident Services.

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LIFE ENRICHMENT JULY 2022 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! WEDNESDAY, JULY 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 #” 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).

JULY 1, FRIDAY

AUGUST 5, FRIDAY

SEPTEMBER 7, WEDNESDAY

**SHOPPING SHUTTLE

**PENN STATE GARDENS

**VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL PARK

9:30am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm

9am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 12:30pm (Sign up begins July 6)

9am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm (Sign up begins July 6)

Ride the GSV shuttle to Park City Cost: $8pp GSV Transportation JULY 26, TUESDAY

**LADIES TO LUNCH

11:20am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm

The Imperial Restaurant features American and Asian specialties.

Explore art, cuisine, and history in the center of Lancaster City.

Cost: $8pp GSV transportation. Meal cost on own.

Experience the beauty of nature at the Penn State Agricultural Research and Extension Center Demonstration & Idea Gardens.

View the raised bed, vegetable & herb, butterfly, bee, perennial, and annual flower trial areas. Hats are encouraged, as shade is limited.

Donations accepted.

Cost: $8pp GSV transportation.

AUGUST 25, THURSDAY

**UNION CANAL TUNNEL

9:30am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2pm (Sign up begins July 6)

JULY 28, THURSDAY

**BRANDYWINERS AT LONGWOOD 4:30pm depart Apt. Suites Lobby (Sign up began June 8)

Enjoy The Wizard of Oz at Longwood Gardens. Arrive early evening, spend time on your own exploring. The Gift Shop and Café will be open. Following the performance, a fountain show will take place on the theater stage.

Cost: $42pp gardens, show, and GSV transportation.

Take a boat tour through the oldest existing transportation tunnel in the United States. The canal linked Harrisburg, Reading and Philadelphia and is maintained by the Lebanon County Historical Society. Pack a lunch to enjoy at picnic tables. This is a repeat visit due to rain in 2021. Cost: $16pp boat tour & transportation.

around town

AROUND TOWN

July 4: NH Band & Fireworks- New Holland Park July 5: Fireworks Rain Date July 9: Eggfest- Meadow Creek, New Holland July 9: Kids Cookie Break (KCB)- Cavod, New Holland

Explore the vibrant history of the Valley Forge National Historical Park and the George Washington Chapel with a guided step-on/ step-off tour. Retrace the steps of the nation’s first president, George Washington, and the Continental Army... an unforgettable trip. Lunch at Wegmans, on your own.

Cost: $25pp includes guide service & gratuity, admission & GSV transportation.

SEPTEMBER 12, MONDAY

**FORT McHENRY & NATIONAL AQUARIUM

6:45am depart Apt. Suites Lobby Approximate return, 6pm (Sign up began June 8)

Travel with GSV and Elite Coach to Baltimore, MD. See the Fort McHenry flag raising ceremony.

Hear the stories of those who valiantly defended the fort during the Battle of Baltimore, 1814. Learn how Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the words that became the U.S. National Anthem. Enjoy lunch at famous Philipps Seafood.

Explore the Baltimore Aquarium, viewing the ocean depths beauty, to the canopy of the rain forest and the unique aquatic habitats.

Cost: $143 Fort McHenry, Baltimore Aquarium, Phillips Seafood lunch and Elite Coach transportation.

If a waiting list warrants, a second trip may be scheduled.

Sign up at Resident Services.