VILLAGE JAN.
2024
LAFAYETTE HILL
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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS Wellness .............................................................. p. 3 Programs and Entertainment .......................... p. 4 Calendar .............................................................. p. 6 Games and Groups ............................................ p. 9 Spiritual Gatherings .......................................... p. 9 Dining .................................................................. p. 10
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS Off-Campus Trips .............................................. p. 11
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Dining Room:
61354
Recreation Department:
61325
Wellness Center:
61293
Village Living is published monthly. If you have any questions, comments or ideas on current or upcoming trips and programs, please call the Recreation Department at ext. 61325.
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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. Staffed with trained personnel Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Relaxation Class Friday, Jan. 12 2 p.m. First floor lounge
Start your new year with a positive mindset! Join Kara in a peaceful guided meditation focused on bringing closure to the past year and entering 2024 with a clear and open mind.
Bocce
Health Chat: Balance and Fall Prevention Thursday, Jan. 25 2 p.m. Library
Join Jeanine for a presentation on balance and fall prevention, followed by a “confidence” test.
Group Fitness Classes
Tuesday, Jan. 16 11 a.m.
CLASS
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Yoga
Mondays 11 a.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Join Jeanine for a fun game of bocce with fellow residents.
Women’s Circuit Tuesdays & Training Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
Wellness Center
Group Treadmill/ Bike Social
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Wellness Center
Balance
Tuesdays, 12:45 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Core and Posture
Tuesdays, 1:15 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Heart and Thursdays, Muscle Strength 12:45 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Fit/Flexibility Combo
Multi Purpose Room
Auditorium
HUR Balance Trainer Games Tournament Week of Jan. 22 Times TBA
Wellness Center
This fun, friendly tournament will run all week. Stop by the Wellness Center for more information and to sign up to compete in the games.
Thursdays, 1:15 p.m.
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PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT Cooking: Pizza
Wednesday, Jan. 10 10:45 a.m.
West Community Room
Pizza is one of the most beloved and iconic foods around the globe. Create some new memories with Melissa in the kitchen while making an easy homemade pizza. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Bible Study with Pastor Clark Fridays 10:30 a.m.
Friday, Jan. 5 10:30 a.m.
Begin your Friday mornings in prayer with Pastor Clark.
Get your nails pampered and painted. (Please sign up in Computer Room; space is limited.)
Pub
New Year’s Resolution Vision Board Tuesday, Jan. 2 2 p.m.
West Community Room
A new year brings new goals, dreams and inspiration. Join Melissa to create a New Year’s resolution board to visualize all the things you want to do, be and have in your life. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
West Community Room
Retirement Living Association Meeting Monday, Jan. 8 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
All retirement living residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the monthly meeting.
Winter Window Clings
Karaoke with Tru Blu Productions
Tuesday, Jan. 9 2 p.m.
Pub
Join Melissa in creating your own window clings with winter templates and puffy paint. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Wednesday, Jan. 3 6 p.m.
Join us for an evening of karaoke and fun.
New Year, New Me Walk Thursday, Jan. 4 2 p.m.
Main Entrance
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Nail Spa
We ate, drank, laughed and celebrated our way through the festive period, and now it's time to look forward. Start the new year by walking with Melissa throughout the building. It’s a great way to get your mind and body fresh and ready for the coming year.
West Community Room
Trivia with Melissa & Chuck Wednesday, Jan. 10 6 p.m. Pub
Try to score the most points by answering trivia questions with your creatively-named team.
Relaxing Hand Massages
Wednesday, Jan. 11 2 p.m. West Community Room
Join Melissa to receive a relaxing hand massage with essential oils while listening to tranquil music. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Creative Keychain Making Friday, Jan. 12 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Create a keychain bracelet full of colorful beads and tassels in this unique handicraft. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Virtual Tour of MLK National Historical Park Monday, Jan. 15 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Join Melissa for a virtual tour of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park to honor the life and legacy of this minister, activist and political philosopher.
Ice Cream & Conversation
Monday, Jan. 15 2 p.m.
West Community Room
Join us in conversation while enjoying your favorite ice cream flavors. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Outrageous Answers in the Pub Wednesday, Jan. 17 6 p.m. Pub
Join us in the pub and come up with witty, unique and hilarious answers to modern-day prompts.
Scrapbooking
Thursday, Jan. 18 2 p.m.
West Community Room
Create beautiful scrapbook pages by adding personal photos, memorabilia and embellishments. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
History Club
Tech Skills with Melissa
Monday, Jan. 22 3 p.m.
Computer Lab
Calling all history buffs! Stop by this initial meeting for those who are interested in joining a residentled group to share your love of history and promote and encourage historical discussions.
Craft: Pocket Hand Warmers
Baking: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Tuesday, Jan. 16 2 p.m.
Learn technical skills for your iPad or cell phone. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Wednesday, Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. West Community Room
With the winter months getting colder, why not make some pocket hand warmers. These little guys are easy to make and keep your hands toasty. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Compass Room
Wednesday, Jan. 24 10:45 a.m. West Community Room
Celebrate National Oatmeal Month by baking thick and chewy oatmeal cookie bars. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
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calendar
JANUARY 2024
SUNDAY
BA
Bowling Alley
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Compass Room
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Computer Lab
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Dining Room
EB1L East Building First Floor Lounge
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11:30 a.m. Good News Network Stories (PB) 2 p.m. New Year’s Resolution Vision Board (WCR) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Putting the Past in Order: Sports Milestones (WCR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
10 a.m. Resident Planning Committee Meeting (Programs) (PB) 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service. (CR) 11 a.m. Resident Planning Committee Meeting (Trips) (WCR) 11 a.m. Trivial Pursuit (PB) 2 p.m. RLA Meeting (KMA) 3 p.m. Playing Pool with Melissa (BA) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11:30 a.m. Dear Abby Discussion (PB) 2 p.m. Winter Window Clings (WCR) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Rummikub with Melissa (WCR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service. (CR) 10:30 a.m. Virtual Tour of the MLK National Historical Park (WCR) 2 p.m. Ice Cream & Conversation (WCR) 3:30 p.m. True or False (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11 a.m. Bocce with Jeanine (KMA) 11:30 a.m. Name that Tune (PB) 2 p.m. Tech Skills with Melissa (CL) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Uno! (PB) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB) 7 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge Stated Meeting (KMA)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT) 3 p.m. Who, What, When Trivia with Melissa (WCR)
HUR Balance Trainer Games Tournament Week (WC) 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Manicures & Music (WCR) 1:30 p.m. Painting with Shayna (WCR) 2 p.m. Blank Slate (PB) 3 p.m. History Club (CR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB) 7:30 p.m. Red Cross of Constantine (KMA)
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT)
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Seated Exercise with Melissa (WCR) 2 p.m. Confess and Guess (WCR) 3:30 p.m. 2023 World Records (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 10:45 a.m. Let’s Play Yahtzee! (PB) 2 p.m. Hot Cocoa & Jeopardy (WCR) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Word Ladders (WCR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
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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TUESDAY
NEW YEAR’S DAY 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
CALENDAR KEY Sign Up Required in Red
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MONDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Words Within Words (WCR) 1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB) 2 p.m. Cornhole with Melissa (WCR) 6 p.m. Karaoke with Tru Blu Productions (PB)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Winter Pictionary (WCR) 2 p.m. New Year, New Me Walk (ME) 2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA) 3:30 p.m. Current Events (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 10:30 a.m. Nail Spa (WCR) 2 p.m. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “The Women” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Cooking: Pizza (WCR) 2 p.m. Wheel of Fortune (WCR) 3:30 p.m. Table Topics with Melissa (WCR) 6 p.m. Pub Trivia with Melissa & Chuck (PB)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Movies of Yesteryear Quiz (WCR) 2 p.m. Relaxing Hand Massages (WCR) 3:30 p.m. Boggle Word Game (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 10:30 a.m. Creative Keychain Making (WCR) 2 p.m. Relaxation Class with Kara (RL1L) 2 p.m. Tapple Word Game with Melissa (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Just the Ticket” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Craft: Pocket Hand Warmers (WCR) 1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB) 2 p.m. Can You Name 10? (WCR) 6 p.m. Outrageous Answers in the Pub (PB)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Storytelling Game (PB) 2 p.m. Scrapbooking (WCR) 3:30 p.m. Astrology: What to Expect in 2024 (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 10:30 a.m. Whacky Wordies (WCR) 2 p.m. Card Bingo (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars for National Oatmeal Month (WCR) 1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB) 2 p.m. Rick Steves’ “Norway’s West: Fjords, Mountains and Bergen” (MT) 3:30 p.m. Cocktail Party with Starlene Bay (KMA)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Left Center Right Dice Game (WCR) 2 p.m. Health Chat with Jeanine: Balance and Prevention of Falls (LIB) 3:30 p.m. What’s in the News (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 10:30 a.m. Pay or Play Card Game (WCR) 2 p.m. Fun Friday Trivia (PB) 2 p.m. Book Club (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Painting with Shayna
Monday, Jan. 22 1:30 p.m.
West Community Room
Paint along with Shayna as she provides instruction to create a beautiful canvas. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Cocktail Party with Starlene Bay Wednesday, Jan. 24 3:30 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Join us for an afternoon of food, drinks and enjoyable entertainment.
Book Club
Friday, Jan. 26 2 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 31 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
West Community Room
With this presentation, you will discover three stories that the Historical Society of Montgomery County unraveled while getting sidetracked helping others with their research.
Hot Cocoa & Jeopardy
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Let’s get cozy and dive into a terrific book. This is your opportunity to discuss the book that everyone read.
Tuesday, Jan. 30 2 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 31 6 p.m.
Guess the name of a person, place, thing or idea that the clue describes and give your answer in the form of a question, all while enjoying a delightful cup of hot chocolate. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Art? Math? Social Studies? It's all on the chalkboard as you team up with other residents to answer questions based on material from elementary school textbooks.
West Community Room
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Historical Society of Montgomery County: "Sidetracked - The Stories We Find When We're Not Looking for Them"
Pub
GAMES AND GROUPS
Mondays & Fridays 6:30 p.m.
Dominoes West Community Room
Tuesdays 3 p.m.
Scrabble Compass Room
Tuesdays 7 p.m.
Knitting Club Library
Thursdays 7 p.m.
Scrabble & Quiddler Compass Room
Saturdays 2 p.m.
Bingo West Community Room
Spiritual Gatherings Sundays 10:45 a.m.
Catholic Communion Service Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Sundays 2 p.m.
Sunday Service with Pastor Clark Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Mondays 10:30 a.m.
Catholic Prayer Service Compass Room
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” Movie Theater
Fridays 10:30 a.m.
Bible Study with Pastor Clark Pub
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Dining Room 61354
Dining New Year’s Day Brunch Menu
Monday, Jan. 1 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Prime Rib Roasted Pork & Sauerkraut Baby Carrots Steamed Peas & Pearl Onions Mashed Potatoes Corn Chicken Rice Soup Assorted Desserts French Toast Omelets Pork Roll Bacon & Scrapple
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Happenings Jan. 1
New Year’s Day
Jan. 6
National Shortbread Day
Jan. 11
National Milk Day
Jan. 16
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan. 19
National Popcorn Day
Jan. 21
National Granola Bar Day
Jan. 22
Chinese New Year
Jan. 27
National Chocolate Cake Day
OFF-CAMPUS TRIPS Recreation Department
61325
Please see Angela, director of recreation, to pay for the trips.
DATE
TIME/DESCRIPTION
Tuesday, Jan. 2
9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Andorra Loop (ACME, Dollar Tree, Kohl’s, TJ Maxx, Andorra Library, Five Below) Last ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply.
Wednesday, Jan. 3
11 a.m. P.F. Chang’s, Plymouth Meeting Mall
Thursday, Jan. 4
9:30 a.m. Winterthur Museum, New Castle County, Delaware
Friday, Jan. 5
10 a.m. Boscov’s, Plymouth Meeting
COST
$27
1:30 p.m. Dollar Tree, Flourtown Saturday, Jan. 6
12:30 p.m. Boar’s Head Festival, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Lafayette Hill
Monday, Jan. 8
1:30 p.m. Lidl Market, Norristown
Tuesday, Jan. 9
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 ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply. 1:30 p.m. Shoprite, Roxborough
Wednesday, Jan. 10
RESERVED FOR RED HAT TRIP
Thursday, Jan. 11
10:30 a.m. Olive Garden, Willow Grove
Friday, Jan. 12
9 a.m. Aldi, Conshohocken 12:15 p.m. Conshohocken Bocce Club
Monday, Jan. 15
9:30 a.m. Christiana Mall, Delaware
Tuesday, Jan. 16
9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Metroplex Loop (Target, Five Below, Giant, Party City, Lowes, David’s Bridal, DSW Shoes, Barnes & Noble, Guitar Store, Best Buy, Fine Wine & Good Spirits, Ross, Marshalls, Old Navy, PGA Tour Superstore, ULTA) Last ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply. 1:30 p.m. Lochel’s Bakery, Hatboro
Wednesday, Jan. 17
11:30 a.m. Philadelphia Auto Show, Pennsylvania Convention Center
Monday, Jan. 22
9:30 a.m. Walmart, King of Prussia
$15
1:30 p.m. Hobby Lobby, King of Prussia Tuesday, Jan. 23
9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Plymouth Meeting Mall Loop (Boscov’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michael’s Crafts, Whole Foods Market, Dave & Busters, Burlington Coat Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, Miller’s Ale House, P. F. Chang’s, Chipotle) Last ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply.
Wednesday, Jan. 24
9:30 a.m. Wegmans, King of Prussia 1:30 p.m. Barnes & Noble, Devon
Thursday, Jan. 25
10:30 a.m. Cheesecake Factory, King of Prussia
Friday, Jan. 26
9 a.m. Weis, Plymouth Square Shopping Center 12:15 p.m. Conshohocken Bocce Club
Monday, Jan. 29
9:30 a.m. Kirkland’s, North Wales 1:30 p.m. DSW Shoes, North Wales
Wednesday, Jan. 31
9:30 a.m. Trader Joe’s, North Wales 1:30 p.m. Gabe's, North Whales
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