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LAFAYETTE HILL
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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS Wellness .............................................................. p. 3 Programs and Entertainment .......................... p. 4 Calendar . ............................................................. p. 6 Games and Card 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 with Aromatherapy Group Fitness Classes Monday, Nov. 13 2:30 p.m. First Floor Lounge
Join Kara for a meditation relaxation class focusing on gratitude. We will add the aromatherapy element to the exercise. Your body and mind will thank you later.
Healthy Eating Tips Wednesday, Nov. 15 2 p.m. West Community Room
Join dietician Michele Swain as she offers advice and information about making healthy choices during the holidays.
Scavenger Hunt Thursday, Nov. 30 11 a.m. Main Lobby
Join Jeanine for a fun, problem-solving activity while walking in honor of those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Wear purple to show your support. Refreshments will be served after the event in the West Community Room.
CLASS
DAY/TIME PLACE
Yoga
Mondays 11 a.m.
Multi Purpose Room
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.
Multi Purpose Room
Core and Posture
Tuesdays, 1:15 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Heart and Muscle Strength
Thursdays, 12:45 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
Fit/ Flexibility Combo
Thursdays, 1:15 p.m.
Multi Purpose Room
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PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Relaxing Hand Massages
Two Scoops in a Mug
West Community Room
West Community Room
Wednesday, Nov. 1 2 p.m.
Join Melissa to receive a relaxing hand massage with essential oils. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Baking: Tomato Basil Appetizers Friday, Nov. 3 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Join Melissa to bake delicious, fresh tomato basil appetizers. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Retirement Living Association Meeting Monday, Nov. 6 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium 4
All retirement living residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the monthly meeting.
Monday, Nov. 6 3 p.m.
Bring your favorite mug and chat with others while enjoying two delicious scoops of ice cream. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Grab a Gratitude Leaf and Thank a Staff Member Starting Monday, Nov. 6 8 a.m. Under Information TV
Show your appreciation to staff members by writing down what you're thankful for on a leaf and giving it to staff members during the celebration week, starting Nov. 19.
Tech Skills with Melissa Tuesday, Nov. 7 2 p.m. Computer Lab
Learn technical skills for your iPad or cell phone. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Cocktail Party with Massimo Brutto Wednesday, Nov. 8 3:30 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Join us for an afternoon of food, drinks and enjoyable entertainment.
Holiday Paint Pour Coasters Thursday, Nov. 9 2 p.m.
West Community Room
Join Melissa to create a holiday coaster by pouring paint with the colors of the season. (Space is limited; sign up required.)
Honoring All Veterans: Meet and Greet with Warrior Watch Riders Friday, Nov. 10 3 p.m.
West Community Room
All veterans are invited as we celebrate and honor you for serving our country.
Veterans Day Show with Glenn Miller Saturday, Nov. 11 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium Celebrate our veterans with live entertainment by Glenn Miller.
Nail Spa
Monday, Nov. 13 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Join Melissa and relax as you get your nails painted and pampered. (Please sign up in the Computer Room; space is limited.)
The History of Photography with Paula Gidjunis Tuesday, Nov. 14 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Explore the exciting history of photography with resident and historian Paula Gidjunis.
Wednesday Night in the Pub: Random Trivia with Melissa & Chuck Wednesday, Nov. 15 6 p.m. Pub
Assess your knowledge of random facts, news, history and culture with this trivia game.
Baking: Pumpkin Muffins Friday, Nov. 17 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Soak in the flavors of Autumn by baking pumpkin muffins. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Girls’ Night Out Friday, Nov. 17 7 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium
Enjoy a musical medley singing group Girls’ Night Out.
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calendar
NOVEMBER 2023
SUNDAY
MONDAY
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10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT) 4 p.m. Snack Bingo (WCR) 4:25 p.m. Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys (FOX)
10 a.m. Resident Planning Committee Meeting (Programs) (WCR) 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA) 11 a.m. Resident Planning Committee Meeting (Trips) (WCR) 11 a.m. Whacky Wordies (PB) 2 p.m. RLA Meeting (KMA) 3 p.m. Two Scoops in a Mug (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Election Day! (KMA) 10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11:30 a.m. Complete the Lyric Game - 50s & 60s (PB) 2 p.m. Tech Skills with Melissa (CL) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Snippets: Word Game (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) 4 p.m. Snack Bingo (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Nail Spa (WCR) 1 p.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA) 2:30 p.m. Relaxation Class with Aromatherapy (RL1L) 3:30 p.m. Uno (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11:30 a.m. Define the Cliché (PB) 2 p.m. The History of Photography with Paula Gidjunis (KMA) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 3:30 p.m. Yahtzee! (WCR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB) 7 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge Stated Meeting (KMA)
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THANK A STAFF MEMBER WEEK 10:45 a.m. Catholic Communion (KMA) 2 p.m. Sunday Service (KMA) 3 p.m. Sunday Matinee (MT) 3 p.m. Tapple Word Game with Melissa (WCR) 4 p.m. Snack Bingo (WCR)
Wear Red for Fighting Against Heart Disease and Stroke 10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Peanut Butter Lovers Month: No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Dip (WCR) 1 p.m. Voices on the Hill (RL1L) 2 p.m. Heart Walk: Help to Fight Heart Disease and Stroke (ME) 3:30 p.m. Family Feud: Thanksgiving Edition (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR) 8:15 p.m. Eagles at Kansas City Chiefs (ESPN/ABC)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB) 7 p.m. Palestine Roxborough Lodge Stated Extra 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) 4 p.m. Snack Bingo (WCR) 4:25 p.m. Eagles vs. Buffalo Bills (CBS)
10:30 a.m. Catholic Prayer Service (CR) 10:30 a.m. Bayada: Diabetes Wellness Talk (KMA) 1 p.m. Voices on the Hill (KMA) 1:30 p.m. Painting with Shayna (WCR) 2 p.m. Pet Therapy Visit with Charlie (CR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
10:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (WCR) 11:30 a.m. Trivial Pursuit: TV Edition (PB) 2 p.m. Scrapbooking (WCR) 3 p.m. Scrabble (CR) 7 p.m. Knitting Club (LB)
CALENDAR KEY Sign Up Required in Red 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
TUESDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Flu Shots (WCR) 10 a.m. Drama Group (RL1L) 10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Words Within Words (PB) 2 p.m. Relaxing Hand Massages (WCR) 3 p.m. Tax Smart Giving Seminar (KMA) 6 p.m. Wednesday Night in the Pub: Karaoke with Tru Blu Productions (PB)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Scrabble with Melissa (WCR) 2 p.m. Jeopardy (WCR) 2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA) 3:30 p.m. Dominos with Melissa (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
10 a.m. Direct Mobility Solutions Demo (KMA) 10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 10:30 a.m. Baking: Tomato Basil Appetizers (WCR) 2 p.m. Category Word Game (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Chicago” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10 a.m. Drama Group (KMA) 10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Farkle Dice Game (WCR) 2 p.m. Wednesday Matinee: “Fried Green Tomatoes” (MT) 3:30 p.m. Cocktail Party with Massimo Brutto (KMA)
9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Shawna Sparkles Paparazzi Jewelry Sale (PB) 10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Boggle (WCR) 2 p.m. Holiday Paint Pour Coasters (WCR) 3:30 p.m. Ted Talk: The BrainChanging Benefits of Exercise (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. Veterans Day Trivia (WCR) 1:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie (MT) 3 p.m. Honoring All Veterans: Meet and Greet with Warrior Watch Riders (WCR) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
VETERANS DAY 1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “Pearl Harbor” (MT) 2 p.m. Veterans Day Show with Glenn Miller (KMA) (No Bingo)
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10 a.m. Drama Group (RL1L) 10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Intergenerational Program: Prodigy Learning Center - Jenga (WCR) 1 p.m. RL Food Committee (PB) 2 p.m. Rick Steves’ “Paris: Embracing Life and Art” (MT) 2 p.m. Healthy Eating Tips with Dietician Michele Swain (WCR) 6 p.m. Wednesday Night in the Pub: Random Trivia with Melissa & Chuck (PB)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Seated Exercise with Melissa (WCR) 1 p.m. Healing Service (WCR) 2 p.m. Card Bingo (WCR) 2:30 p.m. Chair Ballet (KMA) 3:30 p.m. Have You Ever? (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. Baking: Pumpkin Muffins (WCR) 2 p.m. Book Club (WCR) 2 p.m. Blank Slate Game (PB) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR) 7 p.m. Girls’ Night Out (KMA)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “West Side Story” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10 a.m. Drama Group (KMA) 10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Jewelry: Bracelet Making (WCR) 2 p.m. Billiards with Melissa (BA) 3:30 p.m. Rummikub (WCR) 6 p.m. Wednesday Night in the Pub: Scattergories (PB)
THANKSGIVING DAY 1:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie (MT) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
BLACK FRIDAY 10:30 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Clark (PB) 2 p.m. New Horizon Glee Club (KMA) 6:30 p.m. Dominoes (WCR)
1 p.m. Saturday Matinee: “It’s a Wonderful Life” (MT) 2 p.m. Jackpot Bingo (WCR)
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10 a.m. Drama Group (RL1L) 10:30 a.m. Video Rosary: “The Joyful Mysteries” (MT) 10:45 a.m. Presidential and First Lady Jingo (WCR) 2 p.m. DIY Pocket Hand Warmers (WCR) 3:30 p.m. Steal the Bundle Card Game (WCR) 7 p.m. Voices on the Hill: “Let Us Entertain You” (KMA)
10 a.m. RL Meeting with Carl (KMA) 11 a.m. Scavenger Hunt (ME) 2 p.m. MV Holiday Recipe Exchange for Cookbook (WCR) 3:30 Splurt! Think Fast! Say it First Game (PB) 6:30 p.m. Movies of Yesteryear (MT) 7 p.m. Scrabble & Quiddler (CR)
PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Peanut Butter Lovers Month: No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Dip
Monday, Nov. 27 1:30 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 20 10:30 a.m.
West Community Room
Let’s honor all the peanut butter lovers by creating this sweet and wonderful peanut butter pie dip. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Scrapbooking
Heart Walk: Help Fight Heart Disease and Stroke
West Community Room
West Community Room
Monday, Nov. 20 2 p.m. Main Lobby
Wear red and walk inside the building to show support for those fighting heart disease and strokes.
Jewelry: Bracelet Making Wednesday, Nov. 22 10:45 a.m. West Community Room
Create beautiful bracelets with colorful beads. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
New Horizon Glee Club Friday, Nov. 24 2 p.m.
Kenneth Mills Auditorium 8
Painting with Shayna
Enjoy this live performance by the New Horizon Glee Club.
Paint along with Shayna, as she shows you how to create a beautiful canvas. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Tuesday, Nov. 28 2 p.m.
Bring your personal photos and memorabilia to life by creating beautiful scrapbooks. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
DIY Pocket Hand Warmers Wednesday, Nov. 29 2 p.m. West Community Room
With the weather getting colder, make some pocket hand warmers. These little guys are easy to make and work great. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
Masonic Village Holiday Recipe Cookbook Thursday, Nov. 30 2 p.m.
West Community Room
Share your own personal recipes to create a Masonic Village cookbook, just in time for the holidays. (Please sign up in the Computer Room.)
GAMES AND GROUPS
Mondays 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Voices on the Hill Kenneth Mills Auditorium 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
Thursdays 7 p.m.
Scrabble & Quiddler Compass Room
Wednesdays 10 a.m.
Drama Group Kenneth Mills Auditorium or First Floor Lounge
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
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Dining Room 61354
Dining Thanksgiving Menu Thursday, Nov. 23 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Butternut Squash Soup Roast Turkey with Gravy Baked Ham Maple Glazed Salmon Homemade Stuffing Candied Sweet Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Glazed Carrots Green Bean Casserole Pecan and Pumpkin Pies Assorted Warm Baked Rolls
Happenings Nov. 3
National Sandwich Day
Nov. 10 National Create Your Own Pizza Day Nov. 11 Veterans Day Nov. 12 National Chicken Soup Day Nov. 17 National Homemade Bread Day Nov. 23 Thanksgiving
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OFF-CAMPUS TRIPS Recreation Department
61325
Please see Angela, director of recreation, to pay for the trips.
DATE
TIME/DESCRIPTION
COST
Wednesday, Nov. 1
11:30 a.m. The Museum of Art and Wood, Philadelphia
$5 donation requested
Thursday, Nov. 2
9 a.m. Amazon Fresh Market, Warrington
Friday, Nov. 3
9:45 a.m. Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum, Horsham
Monday, Nov. 6
9:30 a.m. Ocean State Job Lot, North Wales
Tuesday, Nov. 7
9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Andorra Loop (ACME, Dollar Tree, Kohl’s, TJ Maxx,
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Andorra Library, Five Below) Last ride must be ready to go back at noon. Some senior discounts may apply. 1:30 p.m. ALDI Market, Conshohocken Wednesday, Nov. 8
RESERVED FOR RED HAT TRIP
Thursday, Nov. 9
11:30 a.m. The Fabric Workshop and Museum, Philadelphia
Friday, Nov. 10
9 a.m. Weis Markets, Plymouth Square
$5
12:15 p.m. BOCCE, Conshohocken Monday, Nov. 13
9 a.m. Hollywood Casino, Morgantown
Tuesday, Nov. 14
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 p.m. Byers’ Choice, Chalfont
Wednesday, Nov. 15
11:15 a.m. Whitemarsh Eat & Enjoy Social, Joshua Road
Sunday, Nov. 19
1:30 p.m. Montgomery County Band at Souderton High School
Monday, Nov. 20
9:30 a.m. Trader Joe’s, North Wales
$10
1:30 p.m. Wegmans, King of Prussia Tuesday, Nov. 21
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. Dollar Tree, East Norriton
Wednesday, Nov. 22
9:30 a.m. Cake, Chestnut Hill 1:30 p.m. Walmart, Warrington
Thursday, Nov. 23
Happy Thanksgiving Day! NO TRIPS
Friday, Nov. 24
Black Friday Holiday! NO TRIPS
Monday, Nov. 27
9:30 a.m. ShopRite, Warminster 1:30 p.m. Hobby Lobby, King of Prussia
Tuesday, Nov. 28
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 leave by noon. Some senior discounts may apply. 1:30 p.m. Macy’s
Thursday, Nov. 30
11:30 a.m. Christmas Village, Philadelphia
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