WELLNESS

Baird Wellness Center 33783

Located in the Freemasons Cultural Center, the Baird Wellness Center offers an array of cardiovascular and strength equipment, functional training, personal training and group fitness classes. Massage therapy and wellness workshops on mind, body and spirit are also offered.

Open daily, from 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Staff are available Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Group exercise classes are broadcast on MVTV Monday through Friday, in the morning.

Please pay and purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center. Punch cards are a way to pay as you attend classes. You will receive the option of attending 10 classes per punch card, and punch cards are available for $35 each. For questions, call 717-361-5699.

SilverSneakers® Classic

TUES. & THURS., 9 – 9:45 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

(Check with your insurance for coverage)

This universal class is designed to improve agility, balance, coordination and functional capabilities. Non-SilverSneakers® members pay $3.50 per class (punch card available for purchase).

Hatha Yoga

MON., 3:30 P.M., & WED., 10:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

This is an ongoing class. We will be on our wrists, arms and knees for certain postures. We will also focus on single leg postures. To prevent injury, if you are not comfortable with any of the above, be prepared to modify based on the suggestions the instructor provides.

Participate in our various classes to improve your physical fitness, social connections, mental health and cognition.

Breathe

TUES., 9:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

Enjoy this 45-minute slow, free-flowing movement class to enhance energy, balance and mind-body connection.

Sweat

MON. & FRI., 8:30 – 9:15 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

Punch card available

This class will consist of circuit training, including strength and stretching one day, and cardio and core on the second day.

Core & More

TUES. & THURS., 10:15 – 11 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

A low impact Pilates and yoga fusion class designed to strengthen core muscles, improve posture and encourage flexibility in both joints and muscles. We will focus on proper body alignment for improved balance, and this class will also help increase focus and mind-body connection. Please note: we will be on our wrists and knees for certain exercises and will transition from standing to the floor during class. Open to beginners, and modifications are offered throughout class to meet your fitness level.

Supporting Parkinson’s

TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 2 P.M.

Life Long Learning Center

Supporting Parkinson’s is back! Join us for this informational and supportive group every other month.

MV STEP IT UP!

Our annual walking program (to replace 10,000 steps).

Registration: April 10 – 30

Program: May 1 – June 25

Are you looking for low impact exercise? Do you sit a lot during the day? Do you already walk a lot and would like to add another fun challenge to your routine? Then this is the program for you! With Step It Up, you will strive to add a specific number of steps each day to your daily routine. You will need your own tracking device for this program.

Cost: Free

Email or call if you have any questions and to register: sgeib@masonicvillages.org, ext. 33783 or 717-361-5699, option 4.

Water Walking

MON., WED. & FRI., MAY 1 – JUNE 21, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Low-impact class using a variety of steps, speeds and arm movements to increase the effectiveness of this workout. Also includes exercises for strength and flexibility. Call ext. 33783 to register, April 10 – 24.

Wave Runners

MON., WED. & FRI., MAY 1 – JUNE 21, 10:30 – 11:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 or punch card

Low- to moderate-intensity class with an emphasis on cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility. Activities include water walking/jogging, standing aerobic combinations, strengthening exercises using resistive equipment and stretching exercises. Call ext. 33783 to register, April 10 – 24.

H.I.I.T.

TUES. & THURS., MAY 2 – JUNE 15, 8:30 – 9:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

Jump start your day with this 45-minute shallow water workout. This class allows you to set goals, improve your aerobic capacity, increase your metabolism and build a healthier heart. You will vary your pace and how hard you work – push your limit, then drop back into your comfort zone, then do it again. Rev it up, recover, repeat! Call ext. 33783 to register April 10 – 24.

Aqua Fit

TUES. & THURS., MAY 2 – JUNE 15, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 or punch card

Have a blast while getting a total body workout! Build your cardio fitness, strengthen your core and improve your muscle tone and flexibility with this invigorating shallow water class. You will be kept moving with a variety of activities such as water walking, jogging and strengthening exercises with resistive equipment. Call ext. 33783 to register April 10 – 24.

Flohr Pool - Open Pool Time

MONDAY – THURSDAY, 1 – 4 P.M.

Participants must show their MVP card for entry to the pool and swipe in with the key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Capacity is eight people in the water. Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for additional comfort and includes a 6-foot deep well. Spa is heated to 100 degrees.

Patton Pool - Open Swim/ Lap Swim

MONDAY – FRIDAY, NOON – 6 P.M.

Participants must show their MVP card for entry to the pool and swipe in with the key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Four lanes are available for lap swim, and two lanes are available for open swim.

National Burrito Day

THURSDAY, APRIL 6

Café 1911

Try a Cancun chicken burrito at lunch and dinner.

Easter Sunday

SUNDAY, APRIL 9

Restaurant at Clubhouse and Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Celebrate Easter with an Easter Brunch Buffet at both restaurants. This is a reservationonly event. Please see memo for details.

Tavern Entertainment Night

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12

Goose & Gridiron Tavern

This week’s music is provided by Conley & Watson. Dover Conley and Tom Watson are a country duo who mix rock and pop. Both formerly of The Dallas Band and Coupe de Ville, they have more than 30 years of experience playing live music. Their broad repertoire includes classic country favorites and current billboard singles. Seating begins at 4 p.m., with music at 5 p.m. Reservations required.

A Taste of Spain

Monday, April 17

RESTAURANT AT CLUBHOUSE

The restaurant will be featuring Spanish appetizers, entrées and dessert. We’ll also have a Spanish cocktail for you to enjoy.

DeMolay’s ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT

Chicken Pot Pie Dinner

Saturday, April 1, 3:30 – 7 p.m.

FCC Multipurpose Room

$12/person, $6/child

Tavern Entertainment Night

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19

Goose & Gridiron Tavern

This week’s theme features Chardonnay 4 Two, starring Becky and Suzanne. The evening will feature a music sing-along and trivia. Come join the fun! Seating begins at 4 p.m., with music at 5 p.m. Reservations required.

Flavors of China

THURSDAY, APRIL 20

Cornerstone Restaurant and Café 1911

The Restaurants at Grand Lodge Hall will transform into a special day of Chinese culture with specials in both restaurants featuring Chinese cuisine.

Earth Day

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

Restaurant at Clubhouse

In honor of Earth Day, the Restaurant at Clubhouse will create several vegetarian dishes for you to try.

National Pretzel Day

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

Restaurant at Clubhouse

The specials of the day will feature pretzels: pretzel roll sandwich, pretzel crusted chicken and pretzel bread with beer cheese.

RESTAURANT LOCATIONS:

Clubhouse 14506

Grand Lodge Hall 33303

Tickets must be pre-purchased. No tickets will be sold at the door, and take-out is unavailable. Enjoy “wet-style” Pennsylvania Dutch recipe with homemade noodles and tender chicken stew, served with applesauce, ice cream and drinks. Take part in a silent auction with lots of prizes.

Crafts

Express your creativity and pick up a new hobby! Craft classes are open to all retirement living residents. Call ext. 33277 to reserve a place in class.

CERAMICS CLASSES

GLH Studio C

$5

Every Tuesday

Class I: 8:30 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

BACKWARDS EASTER BUNNY

Painted door decoration

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, April 6 Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

SPRING TOPIARIES

Morning class only

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, April 13

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

BUNNY FLORAL CENTERPIECES

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, April 20 Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

POLY MESH WREATH

Various colors for spring. RSVP by April 6.

GLH Studio B

$15

Thursday, April 27

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

MOTHER’S DAY LIVE ARRANGEMENTS

Morning class only. RSVP by April 14.

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, May 11

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

2023 Lancaster Senior Games

Since starting in 1989, thousands of athletes have participated in the Lancaster Senior Games, and we want to add you to that list! At the games, Lancaster County residents, ages 55 and over, participate in a variety of sporting events and recreation activities, competing for medals within various age brackets.

The 2023 Senior Games will be held May 1 – 5 at Spooky Nook Sports. Registration will be held March 4 – April 8. You can pick up a registration form at the Clubhouse Information Desk or the GLH Transportation Desk. Please return the registration form and fee to the Activities Office by April 8 (checks payable to “Lancaster Area Office of Aging”).

Help Masonic Village bring home the gold!

Ballroom Da Ncing L Essons

Have you ever wanted to learn ballroom dancing or wish to hone your skills with an instructor? Two professional instructors, Cindy and Douglass Rapp, of Ironstone Bridge Studio, are willing to teach an evening series of classes in the Brossman Ballroom if we have a commitment from at least 30 participants.

Group classes would be held weekly: one hour lesson followed by an hour of dance practice for a fee of $15 per person/$30 per couple. Residents (and employees) who may be interested in learning or practicing basic ballroom, smooth Latin and swing may contact Liz Grosh at ext. 39930.