Sewickley Village Living - April 2023

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Lincoln Park: “An American in Paris”

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ON-CAMPUS

Recreation Department: 3906

Barley Wellness Center: 3931

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. 3906. Their office is located in the Clubhouse Lower Level.

To learn more about the Wellness Center’s amenities and programs, call the Barley Wellness Center at ext. 3931.

To view this publication electronically, please visit masonicvillagesewickley.org and select “Lifestyle.”

WELLNESS

Barley Wellness Center

412-741-1400, EXT. 3931

Located in the Star Points Building, the Barley Wellness Center offers state-of-the-art equipment, fitness classes and an indoor pool and spa. Trained staff will help you develop a personalized fitness program. Classes (All classes are free to residents.)

Water Exercise

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 - 10:45 a.m.

Barley Wellness Center Pool

Improve your overall health with a combination of aerobic conditioning, resistance training and balance exercises, while enjoying the beautiful pool.

Fit for Life

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 - 11:30 a.m.

Assembly Room

Fit for Life focuses on balance, strength and flexibility to help increase your strength and stability for a better quality of life.

Senior Yoga

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

11:30 a.m. - Noon

Assembly Room

Our instructor, Claudia, will guide you through a gentle half-hour yoga session of seated and standing poses focused on strength, relaxation, balance and flexibility.

Golden Aerobics

Tuesday & Thursday 9 - 9:45 a.m.

Assembly Room

Designed to work your entire body, this class will benefit individuals who are looking for an active cardiovascular workout with intervals of strength, flexibility and range-of-motion exercises.

Tai Chi

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 – 10:30 a.m.

Assembly Room

Tai Chi has been described as meditation in motion, gentle flowing movement performed in a slow, focused manner. Anyone can participate, as Tai Chi places minimal stress on muscles and joints. Therefore, it is especially suitable and beneficial for older adults. The benefits of Tai Chi include decreased stress, increased energy and improved flexibility and balance.

Walking Group

Tuesday & Thursday 11 - 11:30 a.m.

Assembly Room

Our wellness staff will warm you up and cool you down with various exercises before and after a short walk. Join neighbors and friends for good music and conversation, all while contributing to a healthy, active lifestyle.

Stretching

Tuesday & Thursday

1:30 - 2:15 p.m.

Activity Room 6

The wellness team will guide you through gentle stretches to improve flexibility and balance and increase range of motion, making it easier to perform everyday tasks.

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Chess Club

Thursdays

4 p.m.

Activity Room 5

A contest invented in Persia over 2,000 years ago, it is possible chess is the world’s most popular game. Come make some new friends while exercising your brain.

Will White Art Exhibit and Sale

Tuesday, April 18

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Assembly Room

In memory of resident Will White, who passed away last year, his family has donated many of his sketches, watercolors and other paintings to the Art Studio. You can browse his works and take them with you for a donation. This showing is open to residents, employees and outside art groups that Will was actively involved with during his years at Masonic Village.

Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Fabelmans” (2022)

Saturday, April 1

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Inspired by Steven Spielberg’s own childhood, in this coming-of-age story, a young man uncovers a shattering family secret and the power of film and imagination to help us see the truth about ourselves and each other.

Cast: Michelle Williams, Seth Rogan, Paul Dano

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Andre” (1994)

Sunday, April 2

7 p.m.

Channel 956

In 1962 in Rockport, Maine, a seal drowns in a fishing net cast by financially struggling fisherman Billy Baker, much to his fury. He and the other local fishermen discuss shooting the seals to improve their fishing season. Toni Whitney, a 7-year-old girl, and her family subsequently adopt the seal’s orphaned newborn pup, naming it Andre. The vet doesn’t hold out much hope, but Toni incites him to survive, promising that she will be his best friend forever and always take care of him.

Cast: Tina Majorino, Keith Carradine, Chelsea Field

Maundy Thursday/Good

Friday

Worship Service

Thursday, April 6

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Remember Jesus’ final journey to the cross at this non-denominational service led by Rev. Tim Reichard.

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Avatar” (2009)

Friday, April 7

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Disabled Marine Jake Sully travels to planet Pandora to become an avatar, ingratiate himself with the natives and help Americans mine lucrative unobtainium. But he finds himself in an interstellar conflict after falling for Na’vi warrior Neytiri. James Cameron writes and directs this Golden Globe-winning CGI odyssey that has broken box office records. Sigourney Weaver and Stephen Lang co-star. Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana.

Saturday Night at the Movies:

“South Pacific” (1958)

Saturday, April 8

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Sparks fly when Nellie, a naive Navy nurse stationed in the South Seas, meets worldly French plantation owner Emile in this Oscar-winning Rodgers and Hammerstein musical set in a tropical paradise. Meanwhile, in a then-daring depiction of interracial relationships, a young American officer falls for a beautiful island native. The two couples from different worlds grapple with love during a time of war. Cast: Rossano Brazzi, Mitzi Gaynor, John Kerr

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Paul

Blart: Mall Cop” (2009)

Sunday, April 9

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Funnyman Kevin James stars as Paul Blart, an overzealous security guard who finds himself in over his head when he attempts to thwart a criminal mastermind’s plot to rob an entire shopping mall in this family-friendly comedy. Cast: Kevin James, Keir O’Donnell, Jayma Mays

Garden Plot Meeting

Tuesday, April 11

10 a.m.

Social Room

If you are interested in keeping your garden plot or getting on the list to begin growing a plot, join us to register.

Search Dogs Supporting Law Enforcement: Presented by Resident Tracy

Miller

Tuesday, April 11

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Tracy will talk about using his search dogs to track down lost persons and criminals. His work supported both the Law Enforcement and the Fire Department’s Search and Rescue Unit. Come support our friend and benefit from his experiences.

Sewickley Academy Grand Buddies Visit

Wednesday, April 12

10 a.m.

Assembly Room

Second-grade classes from Sewickley Academy will visit and read their individual poems. They will also interview some of our residents. Be one of the first 27 residents to sign up, and you can become a Grand Buddy! Call the registration line to be a part of this exciting new friendship.

MVS Dance Fest

Thursday, April 13

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Line Dancing … Chair Dancing … Freestyle … take your pick. Instructional YouTube videos are plentiful, and we will have the opportunity to learn and move in unison. Music will be played from all generations based on requests submitted upon registration. Refreshments will not be served, but we encourage you to bring whatever you like. Call the registration line, leave your name and favorite dance tune and we will see you there.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Day the Earth Stood Still” (1951)

Friday, April 14

7 p.m.

Channel 956

A humanoid envoy from another world lands in Washington, D.C., with a warning to Earth’s people to cease their violent behavior. Cast: Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, Hugh Marlowe

Saturday

Night at the Movies: “French Kiss” (1995)

Saturday, April 15

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

After her fiancé, Charlie, calls off their engagement because he’s met a beautiful French woman, American Kate flies to Paris to win him back. But on the plane, she encounters cunning French thief Luc, who plants stolen jewels on her. Luc pretends to help Kate find Charlie, but the City of Lights soon works its amorous magic on the couple in this warm romantic comedy.

Cast: Meg Ryan, Kevin Kline, Timothy Hutton

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Book Discussion Group

Monday, April 17 1 p.m.

Activity

Room

2

We are reviewing “The Book Woman’s Daughter” by Kim Michele Richardson. This is a beautifully told Appalachian tale of strong women, bravery and resilience, set in the ruggedness of the beautiful Kentucky mountains. Honey Lovett picks up her mother’s old Pack Horse library route and learns along the way that she must fight against ignorance, misogyny and racial prejudice.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Antwone Fisher” (2002)

Sunday, April 16

7 p.m.

Channel 956

A young sailor, Antwone Fisher, is ordered to see a Navy psychiatrist to help him with his debilitating anger that causes many shipboard scraps and led him to a life of crime in the past. Via therapy, Antwone seeks out the family who abandoned him as a child and experiences a catharsis that leads him to a career as a Hollywood screenwriter. Based on a true story. Cast: Derek Luke, Denzel Washington, Joy Bryant

Todd DePastino: “World War I, 1917”

Wednesday, April 19

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Todd DePastino continues his series on World War I with the United States’ entry into the war in 1917. Over several months in 1918, American fighting tipped the balance, broke the stalemate and the Great War finally shuddered to a close. The last to die was an American, Henry Gunter, a bank teller from Baltimore, who fell just as the armistice took hold on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

AHN Lecture: “People Are Living Longer - What Will that Mean for Healthcare?”

Thursday, April 20 1 p.m.

Assembly Room

The title says it all! Look around at our very active and fit seniors. What should we be thinking about?

Chartiers Valley Lodge No. 725 Presents: The Best Bingo Ever

Thursday, April 20 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

The brothers from Chartiers Valley Lodge #725 have reached out and would like to hang out with you! Come to the AR and play some Bingo, have some great conversation, and enjoy a few surprises throughout the evening.

Friday Evening Classics

Friday, April 21

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Come listen to an hour of recorded classical music in high quality audio. Eleanor Howe presents this series of programs, featuring a theme, with a variety of composers, styles, moods, genres, instruments, performers and an introduction to each piece. We celebrate holidays and seasons with appropriate music. Feel free to bring friends and an optional beverage for yourself.

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Out of Africa” (1985)

Saturday, April 22

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Hoping to forge a better life, Denmark native Karen Blixen enters into a marriage of convenience with a womanizing baron. But when the couple moves to Nairobi, Karen falls in love with a freespirited hunter who can’t be tied down. Cast: Meryl Streep, Robert Redford, Klaus Maria Brandauer

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Dragon Heart” (1996)

Sunday, April 23

7 p.m.

Channel 956

The young, sickly King Einon was wounded in a battle. In order to survive, he is healed by Draco, a dragon. Some years later, Bowen, a dragonslayer, encounters Draco. The two team up to form a traveling duo that performs an act known only to them. From there, Bowen and Draco must save the entire kingdom from the rule of the now evil King Einon, who is part of Draco and Draco a part of him.

Scooter Clinic

Tuesday, April 25

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Activity Room 6

A representative from Blackburn’s will be on campus to make repairs and check your lift chairs and electric mobility devices. For your convenience and to eliminate waiting, please call ext. 3100 to make an appointment.

MVS Spring Social Returns

Wednesday, April 26 5:30 p.m.

Assembly Room

The event of the year comes back, and you don’t want to miss it! The Swingin’ Sixties is your theme, the sit-down dinner will be delectable and you will have the chance to dance the night away to music that rocks. Stay tuned for more details as the invitation lands in your cubby.

Poetry Group

Friday, April 28 1 p.m.

Art Studio

“… art begets art. Painting feeds the eye just as poetry feeds the ear, which is to say that both feed the soul,” Susan Vreeland said. The poetry group will listen to the poetry you bring, talk about poetry and imagine what the group can look like. All are welcome, even just to observe and enjoy.

Double Play Does Happy Hour

Friday, April 28 5 p.m.

Great Room

While you enjoy happy hour or come and go to dinner, the world’s only flute and tuba duo will be serenading you with many of your favorites. Be sure to stop by.

CALENDAR KEY

Hand & Foot Game (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Garden Plot Meeting (SR)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Dust Up Pastels (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

7 p.m. Search Dogs Supporting Law Enforcement: Tracy Miller (AR) 16

18

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Will White Exhibit (AR)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Dust Up Pastels (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9:45 a.m. Target, Cranberry 10 a.m. Writers’ Club (SR) 10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

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9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Dust Up Pastels (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Nacho Libre”

10 a.m. RLA Executive Board Meeting (SR)

10 a.m. Masonic Grand Buddies (AR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Manchester Bidwell Tour

1 p.m. Bible Study (AR)

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

4:15 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

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10 a.m. Kitchen Tour (CH)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Lunch at Severina’s

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

13

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong Lessons (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Watercolor/Open Studio (AS)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “The DaVinci Code” (SR)

7 p.m. MVS Dance Fest (AR)

20

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong Lessons (A5)

14

9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Day the Earth Stood Still”

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1

7

10

1

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “South Pacific” (AR)

15

10 a.m. Handmade Book Series (AS)

1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “French Kiss” (AR)

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EARTH DAY

10 a.m. Handmade Book Series (AS)

1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Bible Study (AR)

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

4:15 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

7 p.m. Todd DePastino: WWI - 1917 (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. AHN Lecture (AR)

1 p.m. Watercolor/Open Studio (AS)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “A Man Called Otto” (SR)

7 p.m. Chartiers Valley

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Out of Africa” (AR) 26

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Bible Study (AR)

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

4:15 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

5:30 p.m. Spring Social: Swingin’ Sixties

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong Lessons (A5)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Watercolor/Open Studio (AS)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “A

Hologram for the King” (SR)

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9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Poetry (AS)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)

5 p.m. Double Play Happy Hour (GR)

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater:

“Karate Kid 2”

7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz (A2)

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8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast

10 a.m. Handmade Book Series (AS)

1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “12 Angry Men” (AR)

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Jazz Ma Tazz

Friday, April 28

7 p.m.

Activity Room 2

Do you enjoy listening to jazz? Relax with your friends and neighbors while appreciating some fine music.

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Karate Kid 2” (1986)

Friday, April 28

7 p.m.

Channel 956

In this high-kicking sequel, karate champ Daniel LaRusso and his mentor, Mr. Miyagi, travel to Okinawa, where Miyagi visits his dying father and rekindles his feelings for a former flame -- which leads to a confrontation with a longtime rival. Cast: Pat Morita, Ralph Macchio, Danny Kamekona

Mindful Discussion Round

Table

Sunday, April 30

1:30 p.m.

Activity Room 2

The MDR meets on the last Sunday of each month for friendly conversation, pro and con, on a variety of subjects.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Nacho Libre” (2006)

Sunday, April 30

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Ignacio works as a cook at the Mexican monastery where he spent his youth. When he learns of the orphanage’s financial woes, he pitches in to helpby disguising himself and joining the professional wrestling circuit as a luchador named Nacho. Cast: Jack Black, Ana de la Reguera, Hector Jimenez

Saturday Night at the Movies: “12 Angry Men” (1957)

Saturday, April 29

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Knowing full well that a guilty verdict means death, a jury of 12 men must decide the fate of an 18-year-old boy accused of fatally stabbing his father. But only one juror wants to take the time to coolly deliberate the case. Sidney Lumet made his directorial debut with this Oscar-nominated drama that illuminates all the petty impediments on the path to justice.

Cast: Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Ed Begley

Lifelong Learning

Programs held Mondays, at 4 p.m., in the Assembly Room.

Great Masters: Johannes

Brahms - His Life and Music, Part 2

April 3

Maturity

Brahms’ composition style was conservative, but his melody and expressive content were contemporary. After the death of his mother, Brahms composed his longest and most personal work, “A German Requiem.”

April 10

Mastery

With the premier of the requiem, Brahms established the foundation of his compositional career. He was compared to Franz Liszt and other composers and became the director of the Society of Friends of Music in Vienna, which brought him back to orchestral composition.

April 17

The Tramp of Giants

By now, Brahms was rich, famous and producing one hit after another, including his “Symphony #1 in C

Minor,” “Pastoral Symphony” and the monumental “Piano Concerto #2 in B-flat Major.”

April 24

Farewells

With the death of his love, Clara Schumann, in 1896, Brahms’ health began to decline, and he died of liver cancer in 1897.

DINING 3912

APRIL MONTHLY DRINK SPECIAL

APRIL SHOWERS

2 oz. Dark Rum

Fill with Ginger Beer

Serve in high ball glass with ice

Add a splash of lime juice and lime garnish

WEEKLY DRINK SPECIALS

April 5 – 11

TOM COLLINS

2 oz. Gin

3 oz. Sours

¾ oz. Club Soda

Build in high ball glass with ice

Garnish with orange and cherry

ART CLASSES

April 12 – 18

AMARETTO SOUR

2 oz. Amaretto

4 oz. Sours Mix

Build in rocks glass

Garnish with orange and cherry

NEW! Alcohol Ink on Wine Glasses

Saturday, April 1 10 a.m. – Noon

Art Studio

Instructor: Judy Wenning. Do something fun — no experience or talent needed! Walk away with two beautifully decorated wine glasses. All materials provided.

Pour Acrylics

Tuesday, April 4

1 – 3 p.m.

Art Studio

Drip It - Pour It - Just Don’t Drink It! No talent needed, big mess, lots of fun & surprises! Space limited. Wear old clothes! Instructor: Susan Bikowski

Dust Up Pastels (advanced)

Wednesdays, April 12, 19 & 26

1 p.m.

Art Studio

Pump Up Your Pastels! New techniques, more

April 19 – 25

ORANGE BLOSSOM

1.5 oz. Gin

2 oz. Orange Juice

Splash of simple syrup

Build in rocks glass with ice

Add orange garnish

April 26 – May 2

KENTUCKY MULE

2 oz. Bourbon

Build in copper mug with ice

Fill with Ginger beer and lime garnish

challenging but it’s ok if you have never tried pastels! Instructor: Susan Bikowski. Registration required. Please see Karen Hammond.

Handmade Book Series

Saturdays, April 15, 22, & 29

10 a.m. – Noon

Art Studio

Instructor: Karen Campbell. Explore book styles using traditional and non-traditional techniques, including concertina (accordion fold books) and mazes (single-sheet fold books). All materials provided.

Will White Art Exhibit and Sale

Tuesday, April 18

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Assembly Room

In honor of resident Will White, who passed away last year, his family has donated many of his sketches, watercolors and paintings to the Art Studio. Browse through his works and take them with you for a donation. This showing is open to all residents, employees and several outside art groups that Will was actively involved with during his years at Masonic Village.

MEETINGS AND CLUBS

Mondays 1:30 p.m. Project Linus Work Group Card Room

Wednesdays 4:15 p.m. Masonic Ringers Social Room

Saturdays 1 p.m. PLARN Social Room

Last Sunday 1:30 p.m. Mindful Discussion Roundtable Activity Room 2

Second & Fourth Mondays 10 a.m.

Writers’ Group Social Room

Third Monday 1 p.m. Book Discussion Activity Room 2

First Tuesday of Every Other Month 10 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30 p.m.

Second Wednesday 10 a.m.

Committee for Sustainable Living Activity Room 2

BYOB Social Exercise Club Social Room

RLA Board of Directors Meeting Social Room

Fourth Friday 1:30 p.m. Poetry Group Art Studio

Last Friday 7 p.m. Jazz Matazz Activity Room 2

GAMES AND CARD GROUPS

Spiritual Gatherings

Sundays 11 a.m. Worship Service, Assembly Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard

Wednesdays 1 p.m. Bible Study, Assembly Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard

Thursdays 11 a.m. Mass, Social Room Led by Father Matthew

Sundays 1:30 p.m. Dominoes Social Room

Mondays 1:30 p.m. Corn Hole Activity Room 6

Mondays 7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo Assembly Room

Tuesdays 9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game Card Room

Tuesdays 1 p.m. Mahjong Card Room

Wednesdays 1 p.m. Bridge for All Card Room

Wednesdays 2 p.m. Ping Pong Activity Room 6

Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Swipe Card Game Card Room

Thursdays 10 a.m. Mahjong Card Room

Thursdays 1 p.m. Pinochle Card Room

Thursdays 4 -5 p.m. Chess Activity Room 5

Thursdays 7 p.m. Sequence Card Room

Fridays 1 p.m. 500 Puzzle Room

Fridays 1:15 p.m. Skip-Bo Social Room

Fridays 7 p.m. Tripoly Assembly Room

First & Third Fridays 1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Card Room

EXCURSIONS REGISTRATION LINE 3901

You may register for the excursions and programs by calling 412-741-1400, ext. 3901. Leave a message stating what you are registering for. This line is only for leaving messages; there will be no call back.

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Johannes Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1

Unsuk Chin: subito con forza [Pittsburgh premiere]

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances

Sunday, April 2

1:30 p.m.

Your ticket

In Rachmaninoff’s final composition, we hear a culmination of his multifaceted career in the thoughtful, sometimes mournful, Symphonic Dances. The rhythmic melodies point to his Russian background, while the Dies Irae theme (a type of ancient apocalyptic chant) hints at a potentially darker ending.

Also on the program, hear Francesco Piemontesi perform Brahms’ “First Piano Concerto,” partially written as a portrait of Clara Schumann, alongside Unsuk Chin’s quotation of Beethoven in her forcefully brilliant work. For tickets, call James Guzman at 412-392-8801.

Phipps Conservatory Spring

Flower Show: Five Senses of Splendor

Wednesday, April 5 1 p.m.

$15

Delight at tens of thousands of spring blooms, including signature lilies, amaryllis, petunias and more. Breathe in the fragrant springtime flowers as they bloom alongside an oversized perfume bottle in Palm Court. Hear beautiful sounds in the Sunken Garden as you stroll among the colorful chime canopies. Watch a serene stream bubble beneath a red footbridge in the Japanese-style inspired South Conservatory. Listen to the essential springtime sound of birds chirping peacefully atop ornate bird houses. Bring Karen Hammond $15 by March 31 to reserve your ticket.

Tour of the Manchester Bidwell Training Center

Wednesday, April 12 1 p.m.

Donations encouraged

The Manchester Bidwell Corporation combines many seemingly disparate elements — adult career training, youth arts education, jazz presentation and botanical sales — into a dynamic whole with a proven record of positively changing the lives of underserved populations in the Pittsburgh area. Call the registration line by April 6 to reserve your seat.

Lunch Trip to Severina

Wednesday, April 19

11 a.m.

Your lunch

Known as the most authentic Italian eatery in the area with five-star reviews, Severina is just a short drive away! The warm atmosphere feels like you are at a family gathering in someone’s home. The menu is extensive and full of surprises. Call the registration line by April 14 to make your reservation.

Fellowship Breakfast

Saturday, April 29

8:30 a.m.

$9

Travel to the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center for a delicious breakfast. All are welcome! Enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, French toast and so much more. The breakfast is served by and benefits members of local Pennsylvania Rainbow Assemblies and DeMolay Chapters. Sign up by calling the registration line by April 27.

Lincoln Park: “An American in Paris”

Sunday, April 30

12:45 p.m.

$18

Inspired by the Academy Award-winning 1951 film starring Gene Kelly, this classic golden age musical will sweep you off your feet. The streets of Paris are teeming with romance and possibility as an American GI has a chance encounter with a beautiful French girl. With a score by the indelible George Gershwin, stunning choreography and a set that will transport you to the streets of Paris, “Who could ask for anything more?” Bring Karen $18 by April 21 to reserve your ticket.

STANDARD TRIPS

There is no need to pre-register for any of the standard trips.

Monday, April 24 Target, Cranberry

Tuesdays and Thursdays Quaker Village Shopping Center

Fridays Village of Sewickley

Sunday Various Churches in Sewickley See Information Desk

ENJOY LIFE YOUR WAY

Our Mission: To empower and inspire our Masonic Community to achieve their potential and enjoy the highest possible quality of life by being a Center of Excellence in providing person-centered residential, health care and wellness services, home and community-based services, outreach services and ancillary operations.