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WELLNESS
Wellness Center 61293
The Wellness Center is located on the ground floor (across from the bowling alley). We have state-of-the-art cardiovascular machines, new pneumatic strength training equipment and an HUR balance trainer. The center is staffed with trained personnel Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Walk with Ease
TUESDAY, MARCH 4 & THURSDAY MARCH 6, 1:30 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Participants in this eight-week long walking program will meet with Jeanine.
Relaxation Class
FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2:30 P.M.
RL First Floor Lounge
Join Kara for a peaceful guided meditation, and learn more about the many health benefits associated with this practice.
Tai Chi/Yoga with Jeanine
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 11 A.M.
Compass Room
Improve your health and enhance your well-being.
Car Safety Presentation
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12
1 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Presented by the Montgomery County Office of Public Health
Chair Massages
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
RL Second Floor Lounge
Cost is $20 for 15 minutes. Sign up required; contact the Wellness Center.
Group Fitness Classes
CLASS DAY/TIME PLACE
Women’s Circuit Training Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Wellness Center
Group Treadmill/ Bike Social Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 a.m. Wellness Center
Balance Tuesdays, 12:45 p.m.
Core and Posture Tuesdays, 1:15 p.m.
Heart and Muscle Strength Thursdays, 12:45 p.m.
Fit/Flexibility Combo Thursdays, 1:15 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Multi Purpose Room
Multi Purpose Room
Multi Purpose Room
FEATURED EVENTS
Bible Study with Pastor Clark
FRIDAYS, 10:30 A.M.
Pub
Begin your Friday mornings in prayer.
Freyda and Frank Go Country! Musical Performance
SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Mardi Gras Celebration with Mark Edmonds Quintet
TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Let the good times roll at our Mardi Gras celebration with the incredible Mark Edmonds Quintet. Don your best mask, and come dance the afternoon away. It’s a party you won’t want to miss!
Spread Kindness with a Heartfelt Compliment Note
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 10:45 A.M.
West Community Room
Let’s make the world a little brighter, one compliment at a time! Join us in spreading positivity by writing a heartfelt note to someone who could use a smile today.
Join Freyda and Frank in musical harmonies, singalong to some hits, memories and good old country fun!
Retirement Living Association Meeting
MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
All Retirement Living residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the monthly meeting.
Legume Lecture with Dietician Anthony Crespo
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Are you ready to explore the world of legumes? From lentils to chickpeas, these little powerhouses are not only packed with nutrients but are also versatile in cooking. Learn more about incorporating these into your diet.
Chair Ballet
THURSDAY, MARCH 6
& THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2:30 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Enjoy a great seated workout with a live pianist. Let the beautiful music inspire you as you strengthen your body and mind with each move.
Guess Who?
Historic Women
FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 10:30 A.M.
West Community Room
Join us for an exciting and empowering program where we honor the incredible women who have shaped history. Test your knowledge with this trivia challenge.
Ginny Glazier’s Presentation:
Southeast Asia
MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Join resident Ginny Glazier in her adventure of the land of diverse cultures, stunning landscapes and rich history.
Mint Milkshakes
TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
The luck of the Irish is here! Enjoy a mint milkshake to add a little magic into your day. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
Karaoke with Tru Blu Productions
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 6 P.M.
Pub
Join us for an evening of karaoke and fun!
Shamrock Craft
THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Join us for an afternoon of fun, creativity and shamrock-filled joy. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
Making: Irish Soda Bread
FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 10:30 A.M.
West Community Room
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the classic taste of Irish soda bread. Made from scratch with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection, it’s the perfect addition to your festive table. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
Irish Coffee by the Fireplace
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 10:30 A.M.
Pub
Looking for the perfect way to relax this St. Patrick’s Day? Cozy up with a delicious Irish coffee by the fireplace. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
St. Patrick’s Day Show with Coyle School of Dance
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2:30 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Join us for an afternoon of Irish dance and celebration.
MARCH 2025
CALENDAR KEY
Sign Up Required
BA Bowling Alley
CR Compass Room
CL Computer Lab
DR Dining Room
EB1L East Building First Floor Lounge
KMA Kenneth Mills Auditorium
LIB Library
ME Main Entrance
MPR Multi Purpose Room
MT Movie Theatre
PB The Pub
RL1L First Floor Lounge
WC Wellness Center
WCR West Community Room
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)
2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)
3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
3
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)
10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA)
2 p.m. RLA Meeting (KMA)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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Daylight Savings Time
10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)
2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)
3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)
2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)
2:30 p.m. Dominoes with Melissa (WCR)
3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)
2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)
3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
30
10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)
2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)
3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
10
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)
10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA)
10:30 a.m. Yahtzee (WCR)
2 p.m. Ginny Glazier’s Presentation: Southeast Asia (WCR)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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St. Patrick’s Day
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)
10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (RL1L)
10:30 a.m. Irish Coffee by the Fireplace (PB)
2:30 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day Show with Coyle School of Dance (KMA)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)
10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA)
10:30 a.m. Common Acronyms (WCR)
1:30 p.m. Painting with Shayna (WCR)
3 p.m. History Club (MPR)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)
10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA)
10:30 a.m. Cornhole (WCR)
2 p.m. Protect Your Online Identity with Philip Morris (WCR)
2 p.m. Afternoon Documentary: “Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy” (MT)
3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)
7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
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10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)
2 p.m. Karen Michel’s Adventure in South America (WCR)
3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)
7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
7 p.m. Red Cross of Constantine (KMA)
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Ash Wednesday
10:30 a.m. Ash Wednesday Service (KMA)
10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:
“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)
10:45 a.m. Spread Kindness with a Heartfelt Compliment Note (WCR)
2 p.m. Legume Lecture with Dietician Anthony Crespo (WCR)
6 p.m. Pub Trivia (PB)
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10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:
“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)
10:45 a.m. Nail Spa (WCR)
1 p.m. Car Safety with Kara (KMA)
3 p.m. Rummikub with Melissa (WCR)
6 p.m. Karaoke: Tru Blu Productions (PB)
6:15 p.m. Bereavement Support (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:
“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)
10:45 a.m. UNO! (WCR)
11 a.m. Health Committee Meeting (PB)
1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB)
2 p.m. RL Communications Meeting (PB)
2 p.m. Diabetes with Allison Merrill (WCR)
3:30 p.m. Relaxing Hand Massages (WCR)
6 p.m. Trivial Pursuit (PB)
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10:30 a.m. Drama Group (RT1L)
10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)
10:45 a.m. Jenga (WCR)
2 p.m. Wednesday Matinee (MT)
3:30 p.m. Cocktail Party with Celebrations DJs (KMA)
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10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)
11 a.m. Discussion: So, What Do You Like About Retirement? (WCR)
1:30 p.m. Walk with Ease (KMA)
2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA)
7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
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10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB)
10:30 a.m. Guess Who? Historic Women (WCR)
2:30 p.m. Relaxation Class with Kara (RL1L)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1
10:30 a.m. Cornhole (BA)
2 p.m. Freyda and Frank Go Country! Musical Performance (KMA) (No Saturday Matinee) (No Bingo)
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10:30 a.m. Cornhole (BA)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee (MT)
2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
13 Purim Begins
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)
11 a.m. Table Tennis (MPR)
2 p.m. Shamrock Craft (WCR)
7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
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Spring Begins
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)
11 a.m. Words within Words (WCR)
2 p.m. “Jeopardy!” (WCR)
2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA)
7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
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Wear Your Phillies Gear!
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)
11 a.m. DIY Baseball Necklace (WCR)
2 p.m. Beer Tasting with Nick Pisano (WCR)
7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
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10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB)
10:30 a.m. Making: Irish Soda Bread (WCR)
2 p.m. Exploring Ireland (WCR)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB)
10:30 a.m. Enjoy a Waffle & Chat (WCR)
2 p.m. Card Bingo (PB)
2 p.m. Book Club (WCR)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
6:30 p.m. Shabbat with Joel Stoloff (PC CK)
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10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB)
10:30 a.m. Manicures with Melissa (WCR)
1 p.m. Cardio Fun Class with Powerback (WCR)
6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Cornhole (BA)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee (MT)
2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Cornhole (BA)
2 p.m. Performance by Soundwave Band (KMA) (No Saturday Matinee) (No Bingo)
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10:30 a.m. Cornhole (BA)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee (MT)
2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
FEATURED EVENTS
Presentation on Diabetes with Allison Merrill
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Get insights and tips on nutrition, exercise and daily care related to diabetes.
Enjoy a Waffle & Chat
FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 10:30 A.M.
West Community Room
Indulge and make great conversation during this cozy hangout, where waffles meet friendly chitchat. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
Performance by Soundwave Band
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Join us for a variety of live musical entertainment.
Painting with Shayna
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 1:30 P.M.
West Community Room
Explore your artistic side with Shayna’s painting classes. Join now to start creating beautiful artwork. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
History Club
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 3 P.M.
Multi Purpose Room
Unlock history’s secrets! Connect with fellow history lovers, and explore fascinating topics. Join us for engaging discussions and events every month.
Karen Michel’s Adventure in South America
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Join resident Karen Michel as she takes you on a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime trip through South America’s most breathtaking landscapes. Experience the beauty, the culture and the adventure up close!
Cocktail Party with Celebrations DJs
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 3:30 P.M.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Join us for a delightful afternoon filled with scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, refreshing drinks, engaging conversations and live musical entertainment.
DIY Baseball Necklace
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 11 A.M.
West Community Room
Get crafty and make a unique, personalized baseball necklace. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
Craft Beer with Nick Pisano
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Join us for an afternoon of craft beer exploration with the one and only Nick Pisano. Please sign up in the Computer Lab.
How to Protect Your Online Identity with Philip Morris
MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2 P.M.
West Community Room
Your online security is more important than ever. Join Philip Morris, an expert in cybersecurity, for a free workshop on how to protect your personal information in today’s digital world.
GAMES AND GROUPS
Mondays 10:30 a.m.
Voices on the Hill KMA or First Floor Lounge
Mondays & Fridays 6:30 p.m. Dominoes West Community Room
Tuesdays 3 p.m. Scrabble Compass Room
Tuesdays 7 p.m. Knitting Club Library
Wednesday, March 12 6:15 p.m.
Bereavement Support Group West Community Room
Wednesday, March 26 10:30 a.m. Drama Group KMA or First Floor Lounge
Thursdays 7 p.m.
Scrabble & Quiddler Compass Room
Saturdays 10:30 a.m. Cornhole Bowling Alley
Saturdays 2 p.m. Bingo West Community Room
SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS
Sundays 10:45 a.m.
Sundays 2 p.m.
Mondays 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Fridays 10:30 a.m.
Friday, March 21 6:30 p.m.
Catholic Communion Service Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Sunday Service with Pastor Clark Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Catholic Prayer Service Compass Room
Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” Movie Theatre
Bible Study with Pastor Clark Pub
Shabbat with Joel Stoloff Personal Care Country Kitchen
Dining Room 61354
DINING
St. Patrick’s Day
Dinner Menu
Monday, March 17
4 – 6 p.m.
Beer and Potato Soup
Carved Corned Beef
Shepherd’s Pie
Beer Battered Cod
Cabbage
Carrots
Steamed Red Potatoes
Steak Fries
Grasshopper Pie
Happenings
March 4 Fat TuesdayFastnacht Day
March 5 Lent Begins
March 9 National Meatball Day
March 13-15 Purim
March 14 National Pi Day
March 17 St. Patrick’s Day
March 19 Breakfast for Dinner Dining Room, 4 pm
March 26 National Spinach Day
March 27 MLB Opening Day
March 28 National Black Forest Cake Day
OFF-CAMPUS TRIPS
Recreation Department 61325
Please see Angela, director of recreation, to pay for the trips.
DATE
TIME/DESCRIPTION
Monday, March 3 9:30 a.m. Philadelphia Flower Show, Convention Center Tickets are limited; one per person. (Please pay Angela)
Tuesday, March 4 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Metroplex Loop (Target, Five Below, Giant, Party City, Lowe’s, David’s Bridal, DSW Shoes, Barnes & Noble, Guitar Store, Best Buy, Fine Wine & Good Spirits, Ross, Marshalls, Old Navy, PGA Tour Superstore, ULTA) Last run must be ready to go back at noon.
Some senior discounts may apply.
1:30 p.m. CVS, Flourtown
Thursday, March 6 9 a.m. Trader Joe’s, North Wales
$1
Monday, March 10 11 a.m. Penn’s Woods Winery, Chadds Ford Wine Tasting $18
Tuesday, March 11 9:30 a.m. Boscov’s, Plymouth Meeting 1:30 p.m. William Jeanes Library, Joshua Road
Wednesday, March 12 RESERVED FOR RED HAT TRIP
Thursday, March 13 9:45 a.m. Morris Arboretum, Philadelphia FREE
Friday, March 14 12:15 p.m. Conshohocken Bocce Club
Saturday, March 15 11 a.m. Colonial School District Lunch & Show for Gold Card Members Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
Monday, March 17 10 a.m. Valley Forge Casino, Valley Forge
Tuesday, March 18 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Plymouth Meeting Mall Loop (Boscov’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michael’s Craft Store, Whole Foods Market, Dave & Busters, Burlington Coat Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, Miller’s Ale House, P. F. Chang’s, Chipotle). Last run must be ready to leave at noon. Some senior discounts may apply.
1:30 p.m. Weis Market, Plymouth Square
Wednesday, March 19 11:15 a.m. King’s Garden Chinese Food Restaurant, Chestnut Hill
Friday, March 21 9:30 a.m. Booth’s Corner Farmers Market, Garnet Valley
Sunday, March 23 1:15 p.m. Mummers All-Stars at the Empress Room St. Helena’s Church, Blue Bell FREE
Monday, March 24 9:30 a.m. Walmart Super Center, Trooper Road
1:30 p.m. Fine Wine & Good Spirits, Metroplex Shopping Center
Tuesday, March 25 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Flourtown Loop (ACME, Giant, Dollar Tree, McDonald’s, Hair Cuttery, Movie Tavern, Wells Fargo, First Trust Bank, Postal Service)
Last run must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply.
1:30 p.m. William Jeanes Library, Joshua Road
Wednesday, March 26 9 a.m. Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store & Town of Lititz, Lititz
Friday, March 28 9 a.m. ALDI Market, Conshohocken
12:15 p.m. Conshohocken Bocce Club, Conshohocken
Monday, March 31 9 a.m. Wegmans Food Market, King of Prussia
