Sewickley Village Living - January, 2023

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.

Open 24 hours, with staff available

Mon. - Fri., 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Pool hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 - 11:30 a.m.

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.

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

Hand & Foot

Every Tuesday

9 a.m.

Card Room

Enjoy an addictive and easy-to-learn card game. It’s challenging, strategic and satisfying. Any questions, call Dorothy McCormick (412-264-1889) or dondorothymcc@hotmail.com

Mahjong Thursdays

10 a.m.

Card Room

You will have the opportunity to learn one of the most popular games around. This will be a fourweek course with instruction from experienced teachers. Sign up in the Card Room.

Tai Chi

Tuesdays & 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, improved flexibility and improved balance.

Committee for Sustainable Living

Tuesday, Jan. 3

10 a.m.

Activity Room 2

Join this productive committee as they explore ideas and concepts to create the most sustainable environment here at Masonic Village. Stay tuned to learn about some new projects that we can create together for you to use in your home.

Rose Gantner Presents: “Red Cross ‘Donut Dollies’” Tuesday, Jan. 3 7

p.m.

Assembly Room

View an award-winning documentary about the American Red Cross’ young “Donut Dollies,” who volunteered in Vietnam. Their mission was to support the troops by providing a smile, recreational games and a listening ear. Dr. Rose Karlo Gantner, a Masonic Village resident, served two tours in a senior leadership capacity, starting at 22 years old. Later, as a family therapist, she treated many service personnel and their families with PTSD for free. Rose will provide a short introduction to the film and answer any questions.

Rose Gantner

Afternoon Movie:

“Fury” (2014) Rated R

Thursday, Jan. 5

2:30 p.m.

Social Room

During the waning days of World War II, U.S. Army Sgt. Wardaddy leads his tank crew against German forces. Cast: Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Taken 2” (2012)

Friday, Jan. 6

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Retired special operations agent Bryan Mills and his ex-wife are abducted in Istanbul in a bid to avenge the deaths of his daughter Kim’s kidnappers. This time, it’s Kim who helps free her parents.

Cast: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Tough Guys” (1986)

Saturday, Jan. 7 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Harry and Archie are released from prison and ready to collect social security. How much trouble can they get into at their ages? Let’s count the ways. Cast: Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, Charles Durning

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Free Willy” (1993)

Sunday, Jan. 8

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Ordered to clean up the graffiti he painted at a Marine theme park, troubled young Jesse unexpectedly bonds with a killer whale on exhibit. Cast: Jason James Richter, Lori Petty, Jayne Atkinson

Writers’ Group

Monday, Jan. 9 10 a.m.

Social Room

Do you have a desire to write essays, short stories or memoirs? Join your friends and neighbors bi-monthly as they take turns reading from their creations.

The Masonic Village Workshop Meeting

Tuesday, Jan. 10 10 a.m.

Activity Room 5

The Masonic Village Workshop is a non-profit club giving MVS residents the opportunity to use a space for woodworking, crafting and minor repairs. There is a wide variety of hand and power tools available, and a separate finishing room for painting and varnishing. Also, there are enough workstations located in the shop for several people to work at the same time. All are welcome, and we hope to see you there.

RLA Executive Board Meeting

Wednesday, Jan. 11 10 a.m.

Social Room

The RLA Board of Directors will meet on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings are open to all residents as observers unless recognized by the RLA president. If you wish to address an item on the agenda, speak to the President prior to the meeting.

Afternoon Movie: “Radio” (2003)

Thursday, Jan. 12 2:30 p.m.

Social Room

When a high school football coach befriends a developmentally disabled man nicknamed “Radio”who’s the target of teasing - their friendship raises eyebrows. But Radio’s growth under the coach’s guidance causes the townsfolk to think differently. Cast: Cuba Gooding Jr., Ed Harris, Alfre Woodard

Beo String Quartet

Thursday, Jan. 12 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

With 45 world premieres to its credit and 100+ concert works played throughout the United States, South America and Europe, the iconoclastic Beo String Quartet does what it does best: playing classical, contemporary, rock and experimental music.

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows” (2011)

Friday, Jan. 13 7 p.m.

Channel 956

Sherlock Holmes resorts to occult theories and more to defeat the plans of his nemesis, the evil Professor Moriarty. Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Noomi Rapace

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Damn Yankees” (1958)

Saturday, Jan. 14 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

America’s favorite pastime meets the bright lights of Broadway in this musical about an ordinary Joe whose deal with the devil transforms him into a home run hitter for the Washington Senators. Cast: Tab Hunter, Gwen Verdon, Ray Walston

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Rookie of the Year” (1993) Sunday, Jan. 15 7 p.m.

Channel 956

After slipping on a baseball, klutzy Little Leaguer Henry Rowengartner breaks his arm, putting him out of commission for months. When the doctor finally removes the cast, an astounded Henry discovers that he can hurl a 100-mph fastball. Cast: Thomas Ian Nicholas, Gary Busey, Albert Hall

Book Discussion Group

Monday, Jan. 16 1 p.m.

Activity Room 2

Our book selection for January is “Lessons in Chemistry,” a smart, fun, feminist tale by Bonnie Garmus. It’s the story of Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant chemist in 1960s America, as she becomes an unlikely cooking show hostess. Elizabeth doesn’t just teach women to cook, she dares them to change the status quo, while at the same time being the role model her daughter deserves. All are welcome.

Todd DePastino: “World War I, The Great War”

Tuesday, Jan. 17 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

The Great War, as it was known, was the seminal event of modern history because it unleashed the demons of the 20th century: Communism, Fascism, the Great Depression, World War II and the Cold War. The war killed 30 million people, swept away four empires and sparked revolutions from the western border of France to the Sea of Japan. Yet, precisely how and why it happened is still something of a mystery. An archduke gets murdered in Sarajevo on June 28, and six weeks later, the world is at war. Come hear the story, and understand why, after a century, it still haunts us.

Allegheny Health Network Lecture with Doctor Coppola: What Does Worsening Heart Failure Mean to Mortality or Quality of Life?

Thursday, Jan. 19 1 p.m.

Assembly Room

Everyone has a heart; some hearts work harder than others, but it’s a vital organ that you must learn more about. Be sure to attend this important lecture.

Afternoon

Movie: “The Green Berets” (1968)

Thursday, Jan. 19 2:30 p.m.

Social Room

Gung-ho Col. Mike Kirby is leading his Green Berets on a mission to kidnap an enemy general during the Vietnam War. When a skeptical reporter accompanies them, the colonel and his team outline their reasons for participating in the war. John Wayne co-directed this action-packed, hawkish film, which was surprisingly successful at the box office. Cast: David Janssen, Jim Hutton

Friday Evening Classics

Friday, Jan. 20

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 throughout the year that feature a theme with a variety of composers, styles, moods, genres and instruments, with an introduction to each piece. We celebrate holidays and seasons with appropriate music. Feel free to bring friends and an optional beverage. Please contact Eleanor if you would like to help operate the AV equipment.

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Pay It Forward” (2000)

Saturday, Jan. 21

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

In this gentle drama from director Mimi Leder, young Trevor McKinney responds to a school assignment with a plan to help three people who will, in turn, help three more, and so on, in an ever-widening circle. But Trevor touches more people than he expected, including his abused mother, his physically and emotionally scarred teacher and a journalist who’s investigating the plan.

Cast: Kevin Spacey, Helen Hunt, Haley Joel Osment

Masonic Village at Sewickley Wine & Cheese Party

Wednesday, Jan. 25

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

This event is always a nice evening, with live entertainment and special wines and cheeses (along with soft beverages). First come, first-served and open seating is the format. Come join your friends and neighbors.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Uptown Girls” (2005)

Sunday, Jan. 22

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Rich girl Molly Gunn has never had to work hard in her life -- until her father dies and her inheritance vanishes into thin air. To pay the bills, she becomes a nanny, but finds herself in over her head when she starts caring for a neglected child. Cast: Brittany Murphey, Dakota Fanning Writers’ Group

Monday, Jan. 23 10 a.m.

Social Room

Do you have a desire to write essays, short stories or memoirs? Join your friends and neighbors bi-monthly as they take turns reading from their creations.

Masonic Village at Sewickley Opportunities Expo

Tuesday, Jan. 24 2 p.m.

Assembly Room

Have you ever wondered how to get involved with the games and groups offered here at Masonic Village? What about all the committees? Are you ready to find that perfect volunteer position? All these questions and more will be answered as you stroll through the expo. You will have the opportunity to try out many of the games and meet group leaders and participants.

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Free Willy”

9:45 a.m. Target, Cranberry

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. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Committee for Sustainable Living (A2) 10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 7 p.m. Rose Gantner: Donut Dollies (AR)

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10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10 a.m. Writers’ Group (SR)

10:30 a.m. Ross Park Mall

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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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Rookie of the Year”

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9:45 a.m. Aldi at Northway

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1 p.m. Book Discussion (A2) 1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony

Orchestra: Mozart & More

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Uptown Girls”

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9:45 a.m. Super Walmart, Robinson

10 a.m. Writers’ Group (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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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

1:30 p.m. Mindful Discussion Roundtable (A2)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Skyfall 007”

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10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10:30 a.m. Mall at Robinson

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. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Workshop Meeting (A5) 10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 7 p.m. Todd DePastino: “World War I, The Great War”

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2-4 p.m. MVS Opportunities Expo (AR)

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9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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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)

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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 (A5)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Fury” (SR)

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10 a.m. RLA Board of Directors

Meeting (SR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR)

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

12:15 p.m. Tour of the Steelers Hall of Honor

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. Water Exercise (Pool)

10:45 a.m. Lunch at the Wooden Angel

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)

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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)

7 p.m. Annual Wine & Cheese Party (AR)

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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 (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Radio” (SR)

7 p.m. Beo String Quartet (AR)

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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 (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. AHN Lecture (AR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “The Green Berets” (SR)

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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 (A5)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Gran Torino” (SR)

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9 a.m. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition

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: “Taken 2”

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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)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR) 7 p.m. Tripoly (AR) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows”

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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)

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

7 p.m. Tripoly (SR, RR, CR)

7 p.m. Friday Evening Classics (AR)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Tough Guys” (AR)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Damn Yankees” (AR)

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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)

1:30 p.m. Poetry (AS)

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

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The New World”

7 p.m. Jazz Matazz (A2)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Pay It Forward” (AR)

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8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast

1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Missing In America” (AR)

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Afternoon Movie: “Gran

Torino” (2008) Rated R

Thursday, Jan. 26 2:30 p.m.

Social Room

Curmudgeonly Korean War veteran Walt must confront his Hmong immigrant neighbors and his own prejudices when their teenage son, Thao, tries to steal Walt’s beloved 1972 Gran Torino. Walt soon assumes the unlikely role of guardian angel to young Thao. Cast: Clint Eastwood, Christopher Carley, Bee Vang

Poetry Group

Friday, Jan. 27

1:30 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,” said Susan Vreeland. The poetry group will listen to the poetry you bring, talk about poetry, and imagine what the group could look like. All are welcome, even just to observe and enjoy.

Jazz Matazz

Friday, Jan. 27 7 p.m.

Activity Room 2

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

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“The New World” (2005)

Friday, Jan. 27

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Set in 1607 at the founding of the Jamestown Settlement, Terrence Malick’s epic adventure chronicles the extraordinary actions of explorer John Smith and Native American princess Pocahontas. As English settlers and Native Americans clash, Smith and Pocahontas find their worlds colliding and their hearts entwined, but ancestral loyalty may tear them apart. Cast: Colin Farrell, Q’orianka Kilcher, Christopher Plummer

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Missing In America” (2005)

Saturday, Jan. 28 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

After hiding out in the woods for 35 years, an emotionally damaged Vietnam veteran takes in the young daughter of an Army buddy. Life will never be the same for grumpy recluse Jake when he winds up caring for the daughter of his terminally ill friend. The spirited girl gives the scarred shut-in new purpose and brings hope to a community of forgotten veterans in this heartwarming drama. Cast: Danny Glover, Linda Hamilton, Ron Perlman

Mindful Discussion Round Table

Sunday, Jan. 29 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: “Skyfall 007” (2012)

Sunday, Jan. 29 7 p.m.

Channel 956

When a serious menace threatens MI6, James Bond is on the case, putting aside his own life and personal issues to hunt and obliterate the perpetrators. Meanwhile, secrets arise from M’s past that strain Bond’s loyalty to his longtime boss. Cast: Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem

Scooter Clinic

Tuesday, Jan. 31 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Activity Room 6

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

Lifelong Learning

The Great Tours: African Safari

Jan. 9

The Evolution of the African Safari

We will explore the journey of safaris from trading to hunting expeditions to present day eco-tourism.

African Predators

We will examine the top of the “food chain,” big cats and dogs.

Jan. 16

African Herbivores and Antelopes

We will learn about the “hunted,” the grazing animals and their adaptations for survival.

Giants of the African Bush

We will discuss the mega-herbivores, such as elephants, rhinos and giraffes.

Jan. 23

Africa’s Great Apes and Other Primates

We will learn about differences in the lowland and mountain gorillas, baboons and monkeys of the open plains and nocturnal primates.

Africa’s Small Mammals

These animals don’t get the notoriety that the big ones get, but they are an important part of the ecosystem.

Jan. 30

Africa’s Reptiles and Amphibians

See the slippery, slithery cold-blooded animals of Africa and learn their important role in the ecosystem.

Key Birds of Africa

Many of these birds were featured in an earlier presentation about a trip to Africa.

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

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DINING 3912

JANUARY DRINK SPECIAL NEW YEAR ROYAL

1.5 oz. Chambord

Pour Chambord in a champagne flute and fill champagne to the top

Weekly Drink 1/4-1/10

SIDE CAR

1.5 oz. Brandy

1.5 oz. Cointreau

1.5 oz. Lemon juice

Shake and serve up

Weekly Drink 1/11-1/17

BRIGHT & SUNNY

2 oz. Appleton Estate Rum

Ginger beer

Tonic water

Cucumber garnish

Serve in a rocks glass with ice

ART

Art Studio

Open Hours

Monday –Thursday 10

Side Car

Weekly Drink 1/18-1/24

SIBERIAN

1.5 oz. Vodka

1/2 oz. Brandy

1/2 oz. Kahlua

Build in rocks glass with ice

Weekly Drink 1/25-1/31

BEACON HILL BLIZZARD

1 oz. Dark Rum

1 oz. Coconut Rum

Equal parts grapefruit juice and cranberry Juice

Lime garnish

Build in a tall glass with ice

Open Studio Schedule

Jan. 2 10 a.m. Drawing and Sketching

Jan. 3 1 p.m. Watercolor Pencils 1

Jan. 4 1 p.m. Acrylics and Pastels

Jan. 5 1 p.m. Watercolor and Makeup

Acrylic Botanicals Workshop

Jan. 16 & 24 1 – 3 p.m.

– Noon & 1 – 3 p.m.

a.m.

Art Studio

During open hours, resident artists are available to help you with your interest in all art mediums or to assist in your progress as a follow-up on classes and workshops. For questions about our classes and workshops, and/or open hours, please contact Donna Billings (412418-8738). To register: see Karen Hammond.

Jan. 9 10 a.m. Drawing and Sketching

Jan. 10 1 p.m. Watercolor Pencils 2

Jan. 11 1 p.m. Acrylics and Pastels

Jan. 12 1 p.m. Watercolor and Makeup

Jan. 16 10 a.m. Drawing and Sketching

Jan. 17 1 p.m. Acrylic Botanicals 1

Jan. 19 1 p.m. Watercolor and Makeup

Jan. 23 10 a.m. Drawing and Sketching

Jan. 24 1 p.m. Acrylic Botanicals 2

Jan. 26 1 p.m. Watercolor

Jan. 30 10 a.m. Drawing and Sketching

Jan. 31 1 p.m. Acrylics and Pastels

Art Studio

Small (8” x 8” or 5” x 7”) canvas paintings for beginners and those with acrylic experience. Introduction to basic acrylic paintings and how to use the medium to create frame-worthy art on your first try. Canvas will be prepped for painting, so come prepared to get a little paint splatter here or there. Gloves, aprons and all supplies are provided, compliments of the art studio, to all residents.

Perspectives Drawing

Interested in learning one-on-one perspectives drawing? Please call Charlie Pryor (412-741-6407) to set up a time and place. This is a free class.

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 10 a.m. Committee for Sustainable Living Activity Room 2

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30 p.m.

Second Wednesday 10 a.m.

BYOB Social Exercise Club Social Room

RLA Board of Directors Meeting Social Room

Fourth Friday 1:30 p.m. Poetry Group Activity Room 5

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

MEETINGS AND CLUBS 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 7 p.m. Swipe Card Game Card Room

Thursdays 10 a.m. Mahjong Card Room

Thursdays 1 p.m. Pinochle Card Room

Thursdays 1 p.m. 500 Card Room

Thursdays 7 p.m. Sequence Card 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.

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition at

Ross Park Mall

Friday, Jan. 6 9 a.m.

$21.50

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition showcases the awe and wonder of arguably one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements, while allowing its visitors to experience this art from an up-close, life-sized, and never-before-seen perspective. Join your friends as they tour the exhibit at Ross Park Mall. Bring Karen Hammond $21.50 by Dec. 30 to reserve your ticket.

Tour of the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum

Wednesday, Jan. 11

12:15 p.m. departure $15

Located in Acrisure Stadium, the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum is dedicated to promoting, preserving and celebrating Steelers football. The Hall of Honor Museum is home to nearly 50 inductees and over 10,000-square-feet of Steelers history. The museum provides opportunities for fans to learn more about the franchise, view rare artifacts preserved by the team, and relive the biggest moments and people in Steelers history. A portion of the proceeds go to the Art Rooney Scholarship Fund. There are interactive exhibits and historic archives. Bring Karen Hammond $15 before Jan. 4 to reserve your ticket. Tickets are limited.

Lunch Trip to the Wooden Angel Restaurant

Wednesday, Jan. 18 10:45 a.m. departure

Your meal

The Wooden Angel has a unique charm and elegance, distinctive food and award-winning wines. Family owned and operated since 1968, the Wooden Angel’s philosophy is very simple: the best food with the best wine creates an unforgettable experience. Call the registration line by Jan. 10 to make your reservation.

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Presents: Mozart & More

Richard Wagner: Prelude to Lohengrin

Richard Strauss: Death and Transfiguration

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 12 in A Major, K. 414

Edward Elgar: In the South

Sunday, Jan. 22

1:30 p.m.

Your ticket

This program features a cascading chain reaction of inspiration. In their writing, Wagner inspired Strauss, who inspired Elgar, and each composer drew from the dramatic and passionate style of the former. Hear the otherworldly triumph in Wagner’s depiction of the Holy Grail descending, alongside Strauss’ illustration of the visceral transition into death and Elgar’s showcase of the beauty of the Italian seaside. Additionally, continue to follow the piano with this program in Paul Lewis’ debut with Mozart’s elegant Piano Concerto No. 12. For tickets, contact James Guzman at (412-392-8801) and then call the registration line to reserve your seat on the coach.

STANDARD TRIPS

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

Fellowship Breakfast

Saturday, Jan. 28

8:30 a.m.

$9

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

DATE LOCATION PICK-UP RETURN

Monday, Jan. 2 Target at Cranberry Commons 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS Monday, Jan. 9 Ross Park Mall 10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to return to MVS Monday, Jan. 16 Aldi at Northway 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Monday, Jan. 23 Super-Walmart at Robinson 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Monday, Jan. 30 Mall at Robinson 10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Tuesdays and Thursdays Quaker Village Shopping Center 9:50 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Fridays Village of Sewickley 9:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Sunday Various Churches in Sewickley See Information Desk

Promptly at Noon from destination to return to MVS

Promptly at 11:15 a.m. to return to MVS

Limited Walking Moderate Walking Extensive Walking