Garden Variety Vol 15 Issue 6 June 2023

GARDEN SOIRÉE

GARDEN SOIRÉE RETURNS

Save the date for our Garden Soirée fundraising event, Saturday, September 16, 2023. Garden Spot’s Sodexo chefs will present an elegant outdoor dining experience beginning at 5:30 pm, under the tent in the Legacy Garden. You and your guests will enjoy an evening with friends and entertainment from The Big Big Jazz Band. Event proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Fund.

Evening dinner tickets are $125 per guest. Optional dessert-only tickets, at $25 per guest, are available for those who arrive at 6:30, after the meal. All ticket holders will experience our evening program and entertainment. Reserve your places by September 1, at gsc.gl/GS23 or reply to our invitation, which will arrive in your mailbox June 23. Casual garden party attire is suggested.

FEATURING THE BIG BIG JAZZ BAND

DINING SERVICES

Father’s Day Menu

SUNDAY, JUNE 18

at The Harvest Table and Terrace Dining Room A La Carte Pricing

ENTREES

Roasted New York Strip Loin, Horseradish Rubbed $10.99

Mindful Taste and Learn

THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 10am, Concord Room

TOPIC: Healthy Picnic Tips with Dietitian Tara Phillips & Chef Manager Jaclyn Ramirez

Chicken BBQ

TUESDAY, JUNE 13, Pick-up 4-6pm, Concord Room Cost: $15.99 before discount

Chef’s Feature Action Station

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, The Harvest Table Featuring Chef Rick Bender

Tuscan Chicken, Spinach, Ricotta , Fresh Tomato Sauce $5.99

Crab Stuffed Flounder Pin Wheels, Lemon Garlic Sauce $10.99

BBQ NATION

Smoked Sausage | Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder

Smokey Greens | Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Molasses Baked Beans | Cole Slaw

Choice of Entrée and Two Sides - $9.99

TDR Dining Hours: Lunch 11am – 1:30pm Reservations Required: Call TDR (6071)

The Harvest Table Dining Hours: Lunch 11am – 1:30pm and Dinner 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Friday Night Edition

FRIDAY, JUNE 30, 4:30-6:30pm, Terrace Dining Room By Reservation only begining Thursday, June 1 at 9am

Christy Turner, Sodexo, General Manager

FAMILY BACKYARD BASH & MOVIE NIGHT

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

STARTING AT 6:30PM, PAVILION

Rain Location: GSV’s Village Square/Chapel

Invite your grands to help support the MOHI Travel with Purpose Team, for an African-themed backyard bash filled with family-friendly activities. Then around sunset, enjoy a family-friendly African movie on the big screen!

A free-will-offering will benefit the Travel with Purpose Team.

SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE

JUNE 3, SATURDAY

7PM, CHAPEL

Dance the night away with friends and neighbors. Sponsored by the Lighter Side Players, the Saturday Night Dance will be an evening to remember.

YARD SALE, BOOK SALE, WOODSHOP SALE AND MORE!

JUNE 17, SATURDAY

8AM-1PM, PAVILION & GSV CAMPUS

Open your garage door, set up a table, blow up a few balloons and you’re in business; Yard Sale business, that is. This outdoor event, is an open invitation to residents and their family members to visit, shop and take advantage of the huge bargains! Public welcome.

Sign up at Life Enrichment in order to participate. Balloons are available.

POTLUCK PICNIC

JUNE 15, THURSDAY | 5-7PM, OVERLY GROVE

Enjoy the fan-cooled, enclosed Overly Grove Pavilion, complete with comfortable table/chair seating and modern restrooms. Invite a neighbor.

Cost: Bring a dish to feed 10-12, hot, cold and/or dessert. Paper products and beverages will be provided. Shuttle service departing the Apartment Suites Lobby begins at 4pm. Sign up at Resident Services.

GRATEFUL VOICES

JUNE 25, SUNDAY | 7PM, CHAPEL

The Grateful Voices is an eight member men’s ensemble that seeks to encourage and inspire others with a capella gospel music. As seen on YouTube and heard on Spotify and Apple Music, The Grateful Voices make their debut appearance at GSV. Love Offering will be received.

LIFE ENRICHMENT

**All NEW sign-ups begin Tuesday, June 6

JUNE 1 & 15, 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.

JUNE 4, SUNDAY

Student Voice and Piano Recital

7pm, Chapel

With teacher Caleb Heckman.

JUNE 5, 12, 19 & 26, MONDAY

Ask-a-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check

9-11am, Gardens West Health Center

Courtesy of Continuous Home Care. No appointment necessary

JUNE 5, MONDAY

Hymn Sing with Gordon Lash

7pm, Chapel

All are invited to sing, hum or listen to the great hymns of faith.

JUNE 6, TUESDAY

A capella Hymns & Sing-Along

7pm, Pavilion

Sing along with the Local Amish Church Districts Youth Groups as they sing hymns in a capella harmony. Bring your lawn chair to this outdoor event.

JUNE 7, WEDNESDAY

**Ladies Breakfast

8am, Yoder’s Restaurant

7:45 depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Special Guest: Becky Aucott, Human Resources Manager

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

JUNE 10, SATURDAY

Bring-a-Prize, Win-a-Prize BINGO

7pm, Gardens West Conference Room

Everyone’s a winner! You might ask, what kind of prize should I bring? Suggestions include but are not limited to a baked item, plant, useful household item or snack. Cost: Bring a prize. Sign up not required.

JUNE 12, MONDAY & JUNE 13, TUESDAY

Council Meetings

9am, Forge

June 12 Apartment Council

June 13 Cottage Council

JUNE 12, MONDAY

Community-Wide Bingo

2pm, Village Park

You are invited to a fun and unique Bingo – an afternoon to play Bingo with your friends living in all areas: Skilled Nursing, Personal Care, DayBreak and Independent Living. Limited Seating. Sign up at Resident Services.

JUNE 19, MONDAY

Towne Meeting

2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV

Monthly, GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.

JUNE 30, JULY 28, AUGUST 25 & SEPTEMBER 8, FRIDAYS

Glow Party

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.

Cost: Free

THE MUSIC MAN: A MUSICAL LECTURE

JUNE 27, TUESDAY, 7PM, CHAPEL

Speaker: Dr. Tom Stretton

Dr. Tom Stretton is a graduate of Dickinson College, Temple University and U of Penn. A long-time educator and enthusiast of Broadway and Hollywood, he has directed more than 135 plays and musicals. Join Dr. Stretton to learn more about The Music Man.

Colleen Musselman, Director

ICE CREAM TRAIL

Depart 12:30pm

Approximate return, 3pm

Join GSV on an Ice Cream

Adventure! Explore a variety of local creameries and ice cream shops. Purchase one scoop, two scoops or more.

JUNE 27: Way-Har Farm Market, Bernville (Berks Co.)

JULY 18:

32 Below Ice Cream, Bricker Village, Lititz (Lanc. Co.)

AUGUST 8:

Milky Way Farm, Chester Springs (Chester Co.)

AUGUST 22: The Jigger Shop, Mt. Gretna (Lebanon Co.)

Cost: $8pp transportation. Ice cream cost on own. Sign up at Resident Services.

Additional dates possible, determined by sign-up.

Garden Spot Village Continuing Education

JUNE FOCUS 2023 Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College

In partnership with Gettysburg College, Garden Spot Village is pleased to offer a one-day experience at the 2023 Civil War Institute Summer Conference. The conference runs June 9-14.

The website states, “For nearly 40 years, the Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College has hosted a premiere annual summer conference bringing leading historians and public audiences together for lectures, battlefield tours, small group discussions, and roundtable conversations about the Civil War era.”

This year’s conference will feature a variety of topics including: Lincoln as Commander in Chief, the Civil War in Appalachia, Harriet Tubman, the Army of Tennessee and more. Participants will enjoy tours of historic sites and battlefields in and near Gettysburg.

On Saturday, June 10, participating Garden Spot Village residents will travel to Gettysburg College to experience the conference. Opportunities for the day include sessions about Robert Gould Shaw, Written Words of Illiterate Confederates, Lincoln and his Generals, Weather and the Battle of Gettysburg and more. Participants will also enjoy tours of the battlefields.

Cheryl and Jim Joyner, Garden Spot Village residents since October 2020, look forward to attending the conference. Cheryl says, “We’ve been to Gettysburg previously. Jim has had a great interest in the Civil War and everything about it since we visited. As we reviewed the titles of the sessions and the experiences available for this trip, we decided it could be very interesting.”

A retired fourth grade teacher, Cheryl spent many years teaching her students about the history of Pennsylvania, including Gettysburg. She says, “All things Pennsylvania are very interesting to me.” Cheryl adds, “I really enjoy all of the continuing education opportunities offered here at Garden Spot Village.”

For more information about the conference, visit: gettysburg.edu/civil-war-institute

CIVIL WAR INSTITUTE

JUNE 10, SATURDAY

7:30AM DEPART APARTMENT SUITES LOBBY APPROXIMATE RETURN, 10PM

(Sign up began April 4)

The 2023 Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College announces their Summer Conference. A special one-day event filled with lectures, tour and meals is offered to Garden Spot Village. Featuring all-new speakers and topics, the Civil War Institute is a day filled with history, adventure and just plain on-campus college fun. Cost: $95pp includes lectures, meals and transportation. A real savings (3-day conference costs $800+).

Sign up at Resident Services.

BEACON ACADEMY: Resident Education Opportunites

COMMUNITY CORNER: ELANCO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Located at 11 Chestnut Drive, the north entrance to Garden Spot Village, ELANCO Public Library offers a host of opportunities for Garden Spot Village residents, team members and the New Holland community. Events for all ages fill the library’s calendar including Roundtable Book Discussions, Preschool Storytime, Teen Tuesday Writer’s Club, Toddler Thursdays, LEGO Creation Club, Hooks and Needles: Yarn Craft Club and more.

Garden Spot’s Digital Storyteller Sharon Sparkes and her daughter Piper participate in Music and Movement on Saturday mornings. Sharon says, “I cannot thank the ELANCO Library enough for providing a wonderful Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers. As a mother of a three-year-old, I have been searching for engaging and interactive music and arts activities for my daughter, especially on weekends. The library’s children’s section is well-stocked with engaging stories, and the class is an excellent way for my daughter to learn and enjoy music at the same time. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great resource for children’s activities.”

A unique partnership between the Garden Spot Village Library and the ELANCO Public Library allows residents and team members to request books from the Lancaster Library System and have them delivered and returned to Garden Spot Village. This convenient relationship saves time for residents and team members.

In addition, the library offers more than books! Card holders can check out free or reduced cost museum passes for Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, the Ephrata Cloister, the Lancaster Museum of Art, Make717 Innovation Center and more. Card holders can also check out STEM, Music and Art Study Kits, American Girl Dolls & Themed Kits, popular games, DVDs and CDs.

Anna D’Agostino, the library’s director, participates in events at Garden Spot Village and brings her book bike. Her attendance during the Kids Fun Run, the Garden Spot Village Library Book Giveaway and the Business Expo also build relationships in our greater community. Reciprocally, Garden Spot Village participates in Library events like the Summer Reading Kick-Off Event, scheduled for June 3. The library property is owned and maintained by Garden Spot Village.

CHECK OUT JUNE THEATER EXPERIENCES!

FRIDAY FLICKS, 2PM & 7PM, THEATER

June 2 & 9: Strangers in Good Company - 1990 / PG

June 16 & 23: Silver Skies - 2016 / NR

CURIOSITY STREAMING, 7PM, THEATER

June 11: America’s National Parks; Yellowstone, Sequoia & Mt. Rainier

June 25: America’s National Parks; Yosemite, Crater Lake & Grand Canyon

TRAVEL SERIES, 3:30PM, THEATER

June 12: The Wild Phillippines; Luzon, The Volcanic North

June 26: The Wild Phillippines;Palawan, The Last Frontier

TUESDAY MUSICALS, 2PM & 7PM, THEATER

June 20: Grease - 1978 / PG

THEATER RERUNS, FRIDAY, 2PM & 7PM , GSV-TV 957 ONLY

06/02 & 9: Walking with Herb

06/16 & 23: Respect

Movies are subject to change. See the Weekly Announcements or CATIE for updates.

AROUND TOWN

June 3, Saturday: ELANCO Library Summer Kick-off www.elancolibrary.org

June 3, Saturday: Intro to Cemetery Research Class www.mennonitelife.org

June 13-15: Family Farm Days at Oregon Dairy www.oregondairy.com

June 17: Strawberry Festival & Mansion Tour at St. Mary of Providence Center www.stmaryprov.org

June 17: Summer Series: Movie Night at Allegro Orchestra www.allegrolancaster.org

June 23-24: 60th Annual Antiques Show at Warwick Middle School

June 24: Arts & Crafts Festival at New Holland Community Park

GARDEN SPOT UNVEILS “THE ROAD TO GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE”

One of the requests we often receive is “how can I learn more about Garden Spot Village?” We offer quarterly Look & Learn Events, which sell out very quickly. These daytime events often eliminate people who are still working and who really just want some basic information. As a result, in June, we plan to release The Road to Garden Spot Village – an online class, which will offer nine modules over the course of nine weeks. Participants will be able to complete the modules at their own pace. This online class offers a great opportunity for people who live around the country to learn more about our community in the comfort of their homes. When the course is live, we invite you to share the link with your friends and family. In addition, the sales team is looking for volunteers who would be willing to open their homes for tours by prospective residents. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please contact Resident Services at 717.355.6000.

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DIRECTORY PHOTOS

If your photo is not currently included in the directory or was not captured within the last three years, please contact Juanita Fox (6157) to make an appointment for one of our upcoming photo days.

JUNE ENDEAVOR

Highlighting the opportunities for people to live with purpose in community at Garden Spot Village.

Watch online: gsc.gl/media

MARKETING Kelly Sweigart, Director

GSV TV

Channel 956

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

SHORT FILMS

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

TUESDAYS, 6pm: June Endeavor

JUNE FEATURE

Can you name four days of the week that start with the letter “t”? Tune in to GSV-TV 956 for the answer, beginning 12noon

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.)

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

Grands & Kids Summer Adventures 2023

Adventure Bags available

June 21 thru September 4

Pick up Registration Forms at Resident Services or Life

Enrichment | Cost: $20per bag

Theme: STEM

• Service – You and your grandchildren can serve others. Collect school or hygiene items to fill the provided MCC bag.

• Tech – Explore Woodworking Technology – woodworking project.

• Earth – Plant a seed cup and watch it grow. Paint and share kindness rocks.

• Mystery – Experiment with the Mystery of Science – science projects galore.

First Day of Summer Picnic

June 21, Wednesday, 12noon, Pavilion

Bring your grandchildren to a First Day of Summer Picnic. Enjoy the taste of a good old-fashioned hot dog and corn dog plus chips. Now that’s traditional picnic faire for a kid (and kids-at-heart). Bring a dessert to share. Beverages and paper products provided.

Cost: $10 pp

Sign up at Resident Services.

Tubing with the Grandkids & Friends

June 28, Wednesday

10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 2:30pm See page 14 for details. Sign up at Resident Services.

Movie & Marshmallows

August 17, Thursday

8pm, Pavilion

Bring a blanket or comfy lawn chair and enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars. Listen to the fire crackle as you roast marshmallows with family and friends.

Cost: Free Sign up is NOT required.

Food Adventures

• Edible Cookie Dough Kits

- $6 per kit (makes 6 cookies)

• Pizza Kit

- $6.50 per kit

Food Adventure Kits must be pre-ordered at Central Kitchen, 48 hrs prior to desired pick-up.

PASTORAL SERVICES

JUNE 1, THURSDAY

Widowed Men’s Breakfast

8am, Concord Room

Breakfast, Conversation and sharing of life story by Jed Burns.

JUNE 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, THURSDAY

Women’s Bible Study

10am, Garden Towers

The Life of Moses – taught by Sally & Liz

JUNE 7 & 21, 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.

JUNE 8, THURSDAY

Prayer for Revival

7am, Chapel

An opportunity to pray for God’s hand to be seen in our world.

JUNE 15, THURSDAY

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

Food, fellowship and a devotional by GSV resident John Brookins.

JUNE 21, WEDNESDAY

Women In Community

8am, Village Park

Breakfast, Conversation and Life Story by Judy Rettew. People and circumstances shape who we are and influence who we become. Judy will share her journey living in a suburb of Philadelphia, without sight from almost birth, how certain people and specific circumstances shaped who she is today.

Cost $5pp.

Sign up at Resident Services.

NEW HOLLAND/ WEAVERLAND VALLEY TOUR

June 19, Monday, 9:30-11:30am and June 29, Thursday, 1:30-3:30pm

The recent bus trip to the Welsh Mountain was an enjoyable learning experience for many. Now there will be an opportunity for additional learning about the Eastern Lancaster County culture by participating in a bus trip which will focus on people and places in the New Holland/ Weaverland Valley area. Lou Ann Miller, Don Horning and Ken Sensenig will provide stories and insights into our local community culture.

Cost:$8pp Sign up at Resident Services.

INTERNATIONAL MISSIONARY FELLOWSHIP

July 3, Monday, 11:30am, Concord Room

GSV residents with a missionary background or special interest in missions are welcome to come and hear from missionaries Michael and Karen Crane, son and daughterin-law of GSV residents Don and Elaine Crane.

Michael and Karen have been serving among Muslims in Southeast Asia since 2005, initially working with a church planting team while doing post-tsunami relief and development. In 2010, their family, who by that time had two small boys, moved to a neighboring global city where they eventually took on the role of city leader for a large church planting team, in addition to Michael’s teaching at a local seminary.

Feel free to bring your lunch to the Concord room and enjoy the opportunity to get to know others and hear from the Cranes.

No sign-up necessary.

COLLECTING BLANKETS & KIDS CLOTHES FOR UNTO - A CRU MINISTRY

JUNE 1-30

Please join us as we collect items for UNTO, formerly known as GAiN Ministries. UNTO is an organization dedicated to serving vulnerable communities around the world by providing essential resources and support. As part of our collection, we are asking for donations of boys and girls clothing in sizes 5-12, as well as new and gently used blankets. These items will go directly to those in need and will make a real difference in the lives of families around the world.

We believe that every child deserves access to basic necessities like clothing and warmth, and we are proud to support UNTO in their mission to make that a reality for people in need. With your help, we can make a tangible impact on the lives of those who need it most.

To make a donation, please drop off your items at the Garden Spot Village Apartment Suites Welcome Center. Thank you for joining us in this important effort.

UPCOMING COLLECTIONS: JULY 1-31

We believe in the importance of education and empowering children to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to announce our July Making A Difference backback collection for CrossNet Ministries.

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

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

LOW VISION FRIENDS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 8, THURSDAY

3pm, Garden Towers

Facilitators: Linda Greth & Leah Hoffner

CAREGIVER FRIENDS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 12, MONDAY

10am, Concord Room | Facilitator: Marcia Parsons (6239)

Special Speaker: James Martin, LPN & former caregiver

FELLOW TRAVELERS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 14, WEDNESDAY

10am, Theater

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

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

COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBORS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 21, WEDNESDAY

10am, Theater

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

Special Activity: Virtual experience exploring how it feels to live with dementia. Learn how to support friends or a family member experiencing cognitive challenges.

SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 21, WEDNESDAY

10am, Prayer and Meditation Room

Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

Encouragement and support for those feeling down, alone or anxious. Please RSVP. You are invited to bring an item (or a symbol of it) that brings you joy.

RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME FRIENDS IN COMMUNITY

JUNE 21, WEDNESDAY

2pm, Theater | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264)

Guest Speaker: Krista Gray, CRNP, WellSpan Internal Medicine

PARKINSONS FRIENDS IN COMMUNITY

J UNE 26, MONDAY

2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)

Special Speaker: Sue Ludwig, Crush PD

Topic: PD Specific Exercises

Learn about the benefits of exercise for those living with PD and be prepared for a simple workout!

ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

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

U.S. SURGEON GENERAL’S ADVISORY RELEASES REPORT

In May, Dr Vivek Murthy, US Surgeon General, released an 80-page report “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation.” The report provides strong empirical evidence that feeling connected in a community and having supportive relationships leads to higher levels of satisfaction, purpose, and well-being while providing data showing the detrimental impact of loneliness on health.

“It (loneliness) is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety and premature death. The mortality impact of being socially disconnected is similar to that caused by smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day, and even greater than that associated with obesity and physical inactivity.”

These are concerning statistics since more than one in two adults in America report experiencing profound loneliness. The report is a call to action, a “call to build a movement to mend the social facric of our nation.”

We are encouraged to take steps, individually and as a community, to improve our social connections. Sharing a meal with friends, picking up the phone to call a family member, performing acts of service are all mentioned in the report as ways you and I can live healthier, more productive, and more fulfilled lives. Sign up to be or have a Caring Connector, join a GSC Micro Community, participate in a Support Group, take an exercise class or stop by social services for other ideas. Being connected is vital to health and wellbeing.

Sherilyn Lapp, Director

PETALS & PLANTS

“I remember my first experience gardening. I was six or seven and my grandmother said, ‘Pick out a seed packet and we’ll plant it.’ I chose a packet of Bachelor’s Buttons and we planted them together,” says Anne Nelson, Garden Spot Village resident since August 2020. Gardening has been a passion for Anne ever since then. She learned about Petals & Plants, a new volunteer opportunity at Garden Spot, and joined the group. She’s currently providing leadership for the fledgling group as it plans for the 2023 growing season. Petals & Plants offers an opportunity for gardeners throughout Garden Spot Communities to grow flowers together with the goal of selling floral bouquets throughout the summer and early fall and also providing floral bouquets to decorate the common areas at Garden Spot Village. A group of five to ten independent living residents will tend eight raised beds located near the aeroponic greenhouse. The group started eucalyptus and snapdragon seeds in seed trays in the greenhouse; then transplanted the seedlings in mid-May. Zinnias, cosmos, sunflowers, statice, ammi and rudbeckia seeds were also planted. Anne says, “We are growing everything from seeds this year; it’s an experiment and a project we need to grow into. I love gardening and seeing things grow and, this is a project that gives us purpose and a reason to work together.” She hopes that other volunteers will join the group. “We need help with planting, maintenance and picking flowers, as well as designing and arranging bouquets.”

Residents in Mountain View will tend vegetable plants and flowers in a raised bed located just outside the doors of Fireside Café. Residents in the Skilled Nursing households at Garden Spot Village and Maple Farm will also tend flowers in raised beds.

Laura Glick, activities director at Maple Farm says, “I’m thankful for this opportunity because residents can experience so many sensory benefits when they get their gardening gloves on, put their hands in the dirt and reminisce through planting seeds and growing flowers.”

Marcia Parsons, community engagement coordinator for Garden Spot Village believes that this is the first project at Garden Spot that will include residents from all levels of care and independent living. It will also be the first collaborative volunteer project. The focus of this group is for residents to partner together to volunteer. Perhaps one partner may assist in cutting the flowers and the other may assist in making floral arrangements, if one cannot physically cut the flowers.

Marcia says, “I see the approach as coming from a strengths perspective instead of focusing on what a person cannot do. The partnership will look at the strengths of both people in order to determine how they work together. This is not a volunteer opportunity to do for a neighbor but to do with a neighbor.”

To learn more about volunteering with Petals & Plants, call Volunteer Services at 717.355.6098.

TIPS FOR A HEALTHY SUMMER BY THE CDC’S NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION AND HEALTH PROMOTION

Follow these tips to help prevent chronic disease and have a #HealthySummer.

1. MOVE MORE, SIT LESS: Physical activity every week. Get at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity.

TIP: Physical activity has immediate benefits for your health: better sleep and reduced anxiety are two benefits.

2. WEAR SUNSCREEN & INSECT REPELLENT: Use shade, widebrimmed hats, clothing that covers, and broadspectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15 for sun protection. Use insect repellent and wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants to prevent mosquito bites and ticks.

TIPS: Apply sunscreen before insect repellent. After you come indoors, check your clothing, body and pets for ticks. Reapply sunscreen after 2 hours and after swimming, sweating, or toweling off.

3. KEEP COOL IN EXTREME HEAT: Extreme heat can be dangerous for everyone, but it may be especially dangerous for people with chronic medical conditions. Stay cool. Stay hydrated. Stay informed.

4. EAT HEALTHY FOODS: Delicious fruits and veggies make any summer meal healthier.

TIP: Healthy eating supports muscles, strengthens bones, and boosts immunity.

5. CHOOSE YOUR DRINKS WISELY: Drink water (fluoridated tap or unsweetened bottled or sparkling) instead of sugary or alcoholic drinks to reduce calories and stay safe.

TIP: Add slices of fruit to water for a refreshing, low-calorie drink.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 28

TUBING DOWN THE CREEK

SICKMAN’S MILL, PEQUEA, PA

10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 2:30pm

Drift along in quiet solitude on the scenic Pequea Creek. Visitors have seen great blue herons, deer, geese, ducks, dragonflies, butterflies, tadpoles, minnows and sometimes cows cooling off in the creek. Tubes are provided. Spend approximately an hour relaxing on the creek. Enter the creek with your tube right in front of the mill. A shuttle will conveniently pick you up and return you to the mill. Sign up at Resident Services to enjoy a day of tubing (or just sitting by the creek), followed by BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) picnic. Cost: $33per adult includes tubing and bus.$28 per child (8 and under)

Sign up at Resident Services.

Lauren Graber, Director

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY & APARTMENT SUITES DISPLAY CASE

JUNE 1-30

Gallery: Pointillism by Bill Dodds

Glass Case: Creative and beautiful wood crafts by the GSV Wood Shop

JULY 1-31

Gallery: Reflections & Shadows. Sign-up at Resident Services beginning June 1.

ARTISANS CORNER 1ST FRIDAY POP-UP

JUNE 2, FRIDAY

10AM – 12NOON

Artist: Alan Dinning, GSV Resident

Demonstration: Turning Wooden Bowls

BOOK CLUB

JUNE 7, WEDNESDAY

2PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

JUNE 7: Strength for the Fight: The Life and Faith of Jackie Robinson by Gary Scott Smith

JULY 5: Endurance by Alfred Lansing

**CARD CONNECTION

JUNE 15, THURSDAY

1PM, ART STUDIO

Teacher: Paula Schmauk

Cost: $6pp includes supplies for 2 cards. Sign up at Resident Services.

TRIVIA NIGHT

JUNE 18, 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

ART TALK

JUNE 22, THURSDAY

11AM, THEATER

Show & Demo: Bill Dodds, pen and ink pointillism artist whose work is in the Main Street Gallery all month.

COMFORTER KNOTTING

JUNE 27, TUESDAY

9AM-12NOON, 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

JUNE 27, TUESDAY

2PM, ART STUDIO

Make a brand-new, hands-on, creative card. Teacher: Marie Diehl Cost: $6pp includes supplies Sign up at Resident Services.

** All NEW sign-up begins June 6.

This summer, wagon concerts will be replaced with a series of outdoor concerts held at the Pavilion.

INTRODUCING

Guest entertainers have agreed to volunteer their time for the 30-45 minutes of music they will share. Grab a lawn chair and come out to show your support!

ENJOY MUSIC WITH A FRIEND OR NEIGHBOR ON THESE THURSDAYS AT 7PM THIS SUMMER!

JUNE 1

An Evening with Perfect Harmony

GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE TRAIN ROOM OPEN HOUSES

JUNE 24

SEPTEMBER 30 | NOVEMBER 25

DECEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Saturdays, 1:30-4pm

The Garden Spot Village Train Room Open House will delight visitors of all ages. The HO-gauge train layout includes Thomasville and the ever-popular “Talk with Thomas” event. The O-gauge layout includes an elevated track. Both layouts provide plenty of train action complemented with heavily detailed scenery. Free and open to the public. Donations welcome.

JUNE 29

Caleb Heckman and friends

JULY 20 - Frank and Julie Portaro

AUGUST 31 - Alyssa Daly

RETURNING

JUNE 21, WEDNESDAY

10AM-1:30PM, CONCORD ROOM

Held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month until September 6.

LIFE ENRICHMENT JUNE 2023 BE SURE TO SIGN UP!

TUESDAY, JUNE 6 SIGN-UP BEGINNING 8AM, THEATER

Reminder: If you choose to arrive prior to 8am, 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).

JUNE 1, THURSDAY

**NAT. US ARMY AIR FORCE MUSEUM

1:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 5pm

(Sign up began May 2)

General Carl Spaatz, Boyertown, was an ace pilot in WWI, had Army Air Force commands during WWII and was the first leader of the new US Air Force. Travel to Boyertown to learn about General Spaatz and to explore the museum featuring 10 exhibits in 6,000 sq. ft. A guided tour is provided with intimate, small groups encouraged. Exhibits are enhanced with dioramas, sound tracks and videos.

Please note: those with mobility devices and unable to stand for one hour would find this trip to be a challenge.

Cost: $18pp includes museum, guide and transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

JUNE 2, FRIDAY

**SHOPPING SHUTTLE

9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 1:30pm

Destination: Hobby Lobby

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

JUNE 11, SUNDAY

**SERVANT STAGE

12:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 5pm

(Sign up began May 2)

The hills are alive with The Sound of Music performed by Servant Stage Co. at Lancaster Bible College. One of the most beloved musicals of all time, this show features a trove of cherished songs, upbeat dancing and is sure to uplift the spirit.

Cost: Pay-What-You-Will at the door. $8pp transportation

Sign up at Resident Services.

JUNE 15, THURSDAY & JUNE 16, FRIDAY

**LUNCH BUNCH

10:45am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 2:30pm

(Sign up began May 2)

Travel with Lunch Bunch to The Inn at St. Peters Village. The Inn is surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of French Creek, was built in 1881 and is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Menu dining. Individual pay.

Cost: Meal cost on own. Cash Please. $8pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

JUNE 15, THURSDAY

**OVERLY GROVE POTLUCK

5-7pm, Overly’s Grove Park, south of GSV 6pm Entertainment

(Sign up began May 2)

See page 4 for details. Sign up at Resident Services.

JUNE 22, THURSDAY

**ELITE; LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS

8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby

Approximate return, 5:30pm

(Sign up began April 4)

It’s a beautiful time of the year to visit the Ladew Topiary Gardens, known around the world for its topiary and flower gardens. Selftaught gardener, Harvey Ladew (1887-1976) created garden rooms on 22 acres of his property. Tour the gardens, as well as the Ladew Manor House. Enjoy lunch at the Friendly Farm with baked goods and gifts. Our day ends at the Markets of Shrewsbury, an Amish Farmers Market. It’s a great stop to stretch our legs on the way home.

Cost: $113pp includes admissions, lunch, transportation and driver gratuity.

Sign up at Resident Services.

LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS 2023 SEASON

Garden Spot Village has collaborated with Lancaster County retirement communities in reserving special Clipper Stadium skybox seats. Enjoy air conditioning or outdoor seating and a perfect view. Food vendors are located nearby to purchase your ballpark munchies. Limited seating.

JUNE 6, AUGUST 15 & SEPTEMBER 5, TUESDAYS

5:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby

6:30pm Game

Cost: FREE, Courtesy of GSV Skybox Sponsorship $8pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services. Please note: Clipper Stadium is a cash-less venue, they DO NOT accept cash for purchases.

**All NEW sign-ups begin JUNE 6, TUESDAY

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

Sign up at Resident Services. Schedule subject to change.