Lafayette Hill Village Living - May 2023

OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS

Dining Room: 1354

Recreation Department: 1325

Wellness Center: 1293

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. 1325

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WELLNESS Wellness Center

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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.

Wellness Walk

Friday, May 5 1:30 p.m.

Lobby

Join Kara for an off-campus walking trip. Location TBD. Weather permitting. Independent walkers only.

Tai Chi Yoga

Tuesday, May 9 11 a.m.

Auditorium

Join Jeanine for a tai chi yoga class for Meditation Awareness Month.

Putting on the Green

Monday, May 22 1 p.m.

Putting Green

Join Kara for putting on the golf green.

Boxing Class

Tuesday, May 23 11 a.m.

Auditorium

Join Jeanine for a boxing class for Parkinson’s/Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month.

Group Fitness Classes

CLASS DAY/ TIME PLACE

Women’s Circuit Training

Group Treadmill/ Bike Social

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 a.m.

Yoga Mondays, 11 a.m.

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.

Wellness Center

Wellness Center

Multi Purpose Room

Multi Purpose Room

Multi Purpose Room

Multi Purpose Room

Multi Purpose Room

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

DIY Kentucky Derby Hats

Wednesday, May 3

10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Create your own hat for the next running of the Kentucky Derby. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

Kentucky Derby Dice Game

Wednesday, May 3

2:15 p.m.

West Community Room

Enjoy this horse-themed game that immerses you in an active race towards the finish line. Take a chance rolling the die and moving the corresponding numbered horse down the markers and towards the finish line.

Yahtzee

Monday, May 1

3 p.m.

West Community Room

Try scoring as many points as possible by rolling five dice and getting certain combinations of dice.

Fashion Through the Decades Discussion

Tuesday, May 2 11 a.m.

Pub

Join Melissa and look back at the most influential fashion trends from the 1900s through today.

Old Wives’ Tales

Tuesday, May 2

3:30 p.m.

West Community Room

Try to guess which old wives’ tales have been scientifically proven to be true or not.

Family Feud

Thursday, May 4

10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Join a friendly competition to correctly guess the most popular responses to “Family Feud” survey questions.

Margarita Mocktail & Salsa and Chips

Friday, May 5 2 p.m.

West Community Room

Raise a glass and dive into chips and salsa to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Have a Coke Day!

Coke or Pepsi Challenge

Monday, May 8 2 p.m.

West Community Room

Celebrate “National Have a Coke Day” with a fun Coke and Pepsi taste test. Try to determine which cup contains Coke or Pepsi and discover which beverage you prefer.

Painting Woodwork

Tuesday, May 9

2 p.m.

West Community Room

Explore your creative side and create a beautiful piece of artwork. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

Crazy 8’s Card Game

Tuesday, May 9

3:30 p.m.

West Community Room

Try to be the first player to discard all your cards in the fun-filled card game of Crazy 8’s.

Snack Bingo

Wednesday, May 10 10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Play to win the snack you’ve been looking for, the chip that makes you go “Bingo!”

Mother’s Day Tea with Vic Rubino

Thursday, May 11

1:30 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us. All female residents are welcome to attend.

Paws of the Spirit

Friday, May 12

10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Enjoy visiting with our furry friends.

Lecturer/Comedian

Belynda Cleare

Friday, May 12 2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Join us for this lecture on the life of the late actress Betty White.

Soundwave Band

Saturday, May 13

2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

The Soundwave Band will play a variety of music.

Resident Recipe

Monday, May 15

10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Demonstrate your culinary techniques while helping to prepare a special recipe dear to the heart of one of the residents that lives here. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

What’s the Scoop?

Ice Cream Social

Monday, May 15 2 p.m.

West Community Room

Join us for an epic ice cream social complete with homemade sundaes.

Sweet Memories with Old Fashioned Candy

Tuesday, May 16 2 p.m.

West Community Room

Take a sweet stroll down memory lane discussing retro, old fashioned candy that still tugs at our heartstrings.

Tour of the Masonic Village Kitchen

Wednesday, May 17 10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Tour the Masonic Village kitchen to see what makes it successful. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

Chair Ballet

Thursday, May 18 2:30 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Enjoy a great seated workout with live piano accompaniment.

CALENDAR KEY

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11:15 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)

2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)

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MOTHER’S DAY NATIONAL SKILLED NURSING CARE WEEK

11:15 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)

2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)

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11:15 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)

2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)

10 a.m. Resident Planning Meeting (programs) (WCR)

10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)

11 a.m. Resident Planning Meeting (trips) (WCR)

11 a.m. This or That Discussion with Melissa (Atrium)

2 p.m. RLA Meeting (KMA)

3 p.m. Yahtzee (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)

10:30 a.m. Giant Jenga with Melissa (WCR)

2 p.m. Have a Coke Day! Coke or Pepsi Challenge (WCR))

3:30 p.m. Heads Up Game (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)

10:30 a.m. Resident Recipe (WCR)

2 p.m. What’s the Scoop? Ice Cream Social (WCR)

3:30 p.m. Jeopardy (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)

11 a.m. Fashion Through the Decades Discussion (PB)

2 p.m. Pokeno (WCR)

3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)

3:30 p.m. Old Wives’ Tales (WCR)

6 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge

Rehearsal (KMA)

7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)

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10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)

11 a.m. Who am I? (PB)

11 a.m. Tai Chi with Jeanine (KMA)

2 p.m. Painting Woodwork (WCR)

3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)

3:30 p.m. Crazy 8’s Card Game (WCR)

7 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge

Stated Meeting (KMA)

7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)

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7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Election Day Voting (KMA)

10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)

11 a.m. Word Games & Brain Teasers (Atrium)

2 p.m. Sweet Memories with Old Fashioned Candy (WCR)

3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)

7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)

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10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR)

11 a.m. Word Ladders with Melissa in the Courtyard

1 p.m. Putting on the Green with Kara (Golf Green)

2 p.m. Pocket Billiards with Melissa (BA)

2 p.m. Catholic Mass (KMA)

3:30 p.m. Food Trivia (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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11:15 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA)

2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA)

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MEMORIAL DAY

2 p.m. Memorial Day Celebration with Miguel Cintron (KMA)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)

11 a.m. Boxing for Parkinson’s/ Huntington’s Disease (KMA)

2 p.m. Painting with Shayna (WCR)

3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)

6 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge Rehearsal (KMA)

7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)

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10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR)

2 p.m. DIY Mini Pinch Pot Planters (WCR)

3:30 p.m. Current Events Discussion (WCR)

3 p.m. Scrabble (CR)

6 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge Rehearsal (KMA)

7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)

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10 a.m. Drama Group (RL1L)

10:30 a.m. DIY Kentucky Derby Hats (WCR)

10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:

“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)

1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB)

2 p.m. Wed. Matinee: “Julie & Julia” (MT)

2:15 p.m. Kentucky Derby Dice Game (WCR)

6 p.m. Wednesday Nights in the Pub: Get to Know Your Neighbor (PB)

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10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)

10:30 a.m. Family Feud (WCR)

2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA)

3:30 p.m. Uno with Melissa (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Flowers on Location (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT)

7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)

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10 a.m. Drama Group (KMA)

10:30 a.m. Snack Bingo (WCR)

10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:

“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)

2 p.m. Nail & Hand Massages (WCR)

2 p.m. Wed. Matinee: “The Intern” (MT)

7 p.m. Roxborough Male Chorus (KMA)

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10 a.m. Drama Group (KMA)

10:30 a.m. Tour of the MV Kitchen (Bistro)

10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)

11 a.m. Words Within Words (WCR)

1:30 p.m. Mother’s Day Tea with Vic Rubino (KMA)

6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT)

7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)

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10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. IGC Jewelers (RL1L)

10:30 a.m. Cinco de Mayo Trivia (WCR)

1:30 p.m. Outdoor Wellness Walk (Lobby)

2 p.m. Margarita Mocktail & Salsa and Chips (WCR)

2 p.m. Friday Matinee Movie: “Selena” (MT)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10:30 a.m. Paws of the Spirit (WCR)

2 p.m, Lecturer/Comedian

Belynda Cleare: The Life of Betty White (KMA)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

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10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Carnival Day (Gazebo Area)

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1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Going in Style” (MT)

2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)

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1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Queen Bees” (MT)

2 p.m. Soundwave Band (KMA) (No bingo)

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1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “The Woman King” (MT)

10:30 a.m. Video Rosary:

“The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)

2 p.m. Knock off the Clock Dice Game (WCR)

2 p.m. Wed. Matinee: “The Upside” (MT)

4:30 p.m. Dining Music with Patty Brotman (PB)

6 p.m. Wed. Nights in the Pub: Karaoke with Tru Blu Productions (PB)

10:30 a.m. Pictionary (WCR)

10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)

10:30 a.m. World Travelers: Rick Steves’ Egypt - Yesterday and Today (WCR)

1 p.m. Healing Service (WCR)

2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA)

6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT)

7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)

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10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

2 p.m. Main Line Opera (KMA) (No bingo) 24

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10:30 a.m. Baking Patriotic Cake (WCR)

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EARTH DAY

6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT)

2:30 p.m. Lemonade in the Courtyard

1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” (MT)

2 p.m. Wednesday Matinee: “The Wedding Singer” (MT)

3:30 p.m. Cocktail Party with Billy Moos (KMA)

7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)

3:30 p.m. Scrabble (WCR)

6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)

2 p.m. Philly Senior Stage Presents: “Singing in the Rain” (KMA) (No bingo) 31

10:30 a.m. Where Have I Heard That Before? (WCR)

10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT)

2 p.m. “Elvis” (KMA)

6 p.m. Wednesday Nights in the Pub: Trivia with Melissa (PB)

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Carnival Day

Friday, May 19

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Gazebo Area

Enjoy the beautiful outdoors with fun carnival games, music and tasty treats.

Main Line Opera

Saturday, May 20

2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Listen to this live performance by one of our most popular entertainment groups.

Painting with Shayna

Tuesday, May 23

2 p.m.

West Community Room

Paint along with Shayna as she provides instruction from beginner to advanced. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

Cocktail Party with Billy Moos

Wednesday, May 24

3:30 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Enjoy an afternoon of food, drinks, conversation and musical entertainment.

Baking Patriotic Cake

Friday, May 26

10:30 a.m.

West Community Room

Join Melissa to create the perfect patriotic dessert made with vanilla cake, Cool Whip and fresh berries. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

Philly Senior Stage Presents: “Singing in the Rain”

Saturday, May 27 2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Enjoy a performance of enchanting melodies by Philly Senior Stage.

Memorial Day Celebration with Miguel Cintron

Monday, May 29 2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Join us in honoring those who have given their all in service to America.

DIY Mini Pinch Pot Planters

Tuesday, May 30 2 p.m.

West Community Room

Learn how to make an easy, no-bake decorative clay pot by pinching and pressing a ball of clay into the desired shape. (Limit 12; sign up required.)

“Elvis” Performance

Wednesday, May 31 2 p.m.

Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Elvis is in the building. Get your blue suede shoes on and enjoy your favorite tunes by Elvis.

Mondays & Fridays 6:30 p.m.

Dominoes West Community Room

Mondays 10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill Rehearsal Kenneth Mills Auditorium or RL1L

Tuesdays 7 p.m. Scrabble Compass Room

Wednesdays 10 a.m. Drama Group Kenneth Mills Auditorium or RL1L

Thursdays 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler Compass Room

Saturdays 2 p.m. Bingo West Community Room

Spiritual Gatherings

Sundays 11:15 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” West Community Room

Thursday, Mar. 16 1 p.m. Healing Service West Community Room

Monday, Mar. 27 2 p.m. Catholic Mass Kenneth Mills Auditorium

Dining

Mother’s Day Menu

Sunday, May 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Mom’s Chicken Noodle Soup

Crab Cake

Carved Beef Tenderloin

Chive Cream Cheese

Stuffed Chicken Breast

Wrapped in Bacon

Twice Baked Potatoes

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Creamy Spinach

Lemon

Blueberry

Cheesecake

Happenings

May 10 National Shrimp Day

May 11

May 14

May 14-20

May 21

May 25

International Hummus Day

Mother’s Day

National Nursing Home Week

National Quiche Day

National Wine Day

May 29 Memorial Day

OFF-CAMPUS TRIPS

Recreation Department 1325

Please see Angela, director of recreation, to pay for the trips.

DATE TIME/DESCRIPTION

Monday, May 1 1:30 p.m. Giant Market, Flourtown

Tuesday, May 2 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Andorra Loop (ACME, Dollar Tree, Kohl’s, T.J. Maxx, Andorra Library, Five Below) Last ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply.

1:30 p.m. William Jeanes Library, Joshua Road

COST

Thursday, May 4 9 a.m. PAFA Museum, Philadelphia $15

Friday, May 5 9:45 a.m. Boscov’s, Plymouth Meeting

1:30 p.m. Outdoor Walk with Kara (TBD)

Monday, May 8 9:30 a.m. ALDI Market, Conshohocken

1:30 p.m. Michaels, Plymouth Meeting

Tuesday, May 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. Wegmans, King of Prussia

Wednesday, May 10 RESERVED for RED HAT TRIP

Thursday, May 11 11:15 a.m. Whitemarsh Eat & Enjoy Social, Joshua Road (registration required) $10

Friday, May 12 12:30 p.m. BOCCE, Conshohocken Bocce Club (Trip will leave later than usual.)

Monday, May 15 9 a.m. Christmas Tree Shop, Cherry Hill, New Jersey

1:30 p.m. William Jeanes Library, Joshua Road

Tuesday, May 16 9:00 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.

Wednesday, May 17 9:30 a.m. Valley Forge Casino, Valley Forge

Thursday, May 18 African American Museum, Philadelphia $10

Friday, May 19 9:30 a.m. Kitchen Kettle Village, Lancaster County

Tuesday, May 23 9:30 a.m. Reading Phils vs. Harrisburg Senators (must see Angela to pay) TBD

Thursday, May 25 Masonic Village Elizabethtown Tour & Lunch (Pay for your own lunch)

Friday, May 26 9 a.m. Dollar Tree, Andorra Shopping Center 12:15 p.m. BOCCE, Conshohocken Bocce Club

Monday, May 29 No Trips! Memorial Day Holiday

Tuesday, May 30 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. Plymouth Meeting Mall Loop (Boscov’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michaels, Whole Foods Market, Dave & Buster’s) Last ride must be ready to leave by noon. Some senior discounts may apply.

1:30 p.m. Trader Joe’s, North Wales

Wednesday, May 31 8:30 a.m. Ocean City, New Jersey

ENJOY LIFE YOUR WAY

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