Sewickley Village Living - November, 2021 by Masonic Villages

VILLAGE NOV.

2021

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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS Wellness .............................................................. p. 3 Programs and Entertainment .......................... p. 4 Calendar . ............................................................. p. 8 Spiritual Gatherings .......................................... p. 12 Meetings and Clubs .......................................... p. 13 Games and Card Groups .................................. p. 13 Lifelong Learning ............................................... p. 15

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Recreation Department:

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Barley Wellness Center:

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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. Open 24 hours, with staff available Mon. - Fri., 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pool hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 - 11:30 a.m.

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.

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

Our instructor, Nikki, 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

Mahjong

Every Tuesday 1 p.m. Card Room

Now you can play Mahjong on Tuesday afternoons in addition to the ongoing Friday morning game. If you are a beginner or intermediate player, and you have the most recent 2021 Mahjong card, you are eligible to join this new group. (The Friday game is for intermediate players only) Call Claudia Brenneisen at 412-741-0419 for more information.

Open Art Studio

Tuesday & Wednesday 10 a.m. – Noon Wednesday & Thursday 1 – 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 2 10 a.m. Activity Room 2

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

Retirement Living Association Quarterly Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 3 10 a.m. Assembly Room

Art Studio

Join your friends and neighbors for the annual elections of your RLA. You will also learn what is going on here on campus and hear the Executive Directors report.

Masonic Ringers

Afternoon Movie: “Collateral Beauty” (2016)

Social Room

All residents are welcome to visit the art studio to browse, chat or get inspired!

Every Wednesday 4:15 p.m.

Come ring with us. No previous musical experience necessary. The only requirement is a love for music.

Committee For Sustainable Living

Thursday, Nov. 4 2:30 p.m.

With his life shattered by personal tragedy, advertising executive Howard Inlet is unable to break out of his deep depression. To help him, Howard’s colleagues concoct an elaborate and unorthodox plan. Cast: Will Smith, Edward Norton, Keira Knightly

Richard Muth: “Who Are the Masons and What Do They Do?” Thursday, Nov. 4 7 p.m. Assembly Room

We will cover a brief overview of what Freemasonry is, how it developed, the teachings of Freemasonry, what Freemasons do and what is required to join the fraternity in Pennsylvania. Non-Masons can learn about the world’s oldest and largest fraternity, and Masons can learn how to answer questions from non-members, as well as a few other tidbits they may not have known about their organization. Presented by Brother Richard F. Muth, Past Master, Chairman of Masonic Education for the 37th Masonic District, Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Laws of Attraction” (2004) Friday, Nov. 5 7 p.m. Channel 956

Manhattan divorce attorneys and bitter rivals Audrey and Daniel wind up getting hitched after a night of drinking. Disgusted with their actions, the two nonetheless realize they must stay married to preserve their prominent careers. Cast: Pierce Brosnan, Julianne Moore

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Hidalgo” (2004) Saturday, Nov. 6 7 p.m. Assembly Room

Frank T. Hopkins, reputed to be one of the best riders in the Wild West, gets a chance to prove his talent when an affluent sheik invites him to join one of the most grueling races of all: a 3,000-mile trek across the Arabian Desert. Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Zuleikha Robinson, Omar Sharif

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Producers” (2005) Sunday, Nov. 7 7 p.m. Channel 956

A Broadway producer and a neurotic accountant scheme to raise a ton of money for a production that’s sure to be a flop, so they can then pocket the extra cash. Cast: Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Uma Thurman

Writers’ Club

Monday, Nov. 8 10 a.m. Social Room

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

The Village Workshop Meeting Tuesday, Nov. 9 10 a.m. Activity Room 5

This non-profit club gives residents the opportunity to use a space for woodworking, crafting and minor repairs. There is a wide variety of hand and power tools available for use. There is also a separate “finishing room” for painting and varnishing. 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.

Art Studio Open House Tuesday, Nov. 9 4 - 8 p.m. Art Studio

See the art of your fellow residents, participate in the silent auction, talk to members of the art committee and learn about how you can use this wonderful space to create your own masterpieces.

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT Refreshments and lively conversation guaranteed.

RLA Executive Board Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 10 10 a.m. Social Room

All residents are welcome to observe the Executive Board meetings. If you want to add to the agenda, contact Linda Kable, 412-7418696, at least two weeks before the meeting. However, if you only want to speak about an agenda item, let Linda know before the meeting.

Religious Discussion Thursday, Nov. 11 1 p.m. Assembly Room

Rev. Tim will lead this discussion and is looking forward to hearing your thoughts. Topic to be determined

Afternoon Movie: “Those Who Wish Me Dead” (2021) Rated R Thursday, Nov. 11 2:30 p.m. Social Room

Hannah is a smoke jumper reeling from the loss of three young lives she failed to save from a fire. When she comes across a bloodied and traumatized 12-year-old boy, they set out together to cross the miles of thick forest with two assassins in pursuit. Cast: Angelina Jolie, Nicholas Hoult

Heinz History Center Presents: “The Steel City in WWII”

Friday, Nov. 12 7 p.m. Channel 956

This big-screen remake of the Western TV series has poker-playing grifter Bret Maverick trying to wrangle a wad of cash to enter a big tournament. Maverick targets a few small-timers but ends up getting caught in a variety of comedic conundrums. Cast: Mel Gibson, Jodie Foster, James Garner

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Chariots of Fire” (1981)

Thursday, Nov. 11 7 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 13 7 p.m.

Western Pennsylvania industries contributed to the war effort in an impressive variety of ways on land, air and sea. The program will focus on this and how Pittsburgh and local women contributed to making things happen. Tune in to 956 at various times on Veterans Day for a special patriotic performance and poem from the Masonic Ringers dedicated to those that served.

Two very different runners — hotshot Jewish Cambridge scholar Harold Abrahams and rigid Presbyterian missionary Eric Liddell — compete for the British team in the 1924 Olympics, facing intense pressure and complex personal tests of faith. Hugh Hudson directs this edifying 1981 Best Picture Oscar winner, which is based on a true story. Cast: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nicholas Farrell

Assembly Room

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Maverick” (1994)

Assembly Room

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Gods Must Be Crazy” (1984)

Allegheny Health Network Lecture with Doctor Coppola: Understanding Palliative Care

Channel 956

Assembly Room

Sunday, Nov. 14 7 p.m.

Three vignettes highlight the surreal in this cult comedy, including a tale about a Coke bottle that falls from the sky and becomes a one-of-a-kind object coveted by everyone in a small African village. Cast: Marius Weyers, Sandra Prinsloo, Nixau

Thursday, Nov. 18 1 p.m.

It is a newer term … or is it? Come learn about this compassionate service that is available to all during a time of serious illness.

Book Discussion Group

Afternoon Movie: “Get On Up” (2014)

Activity Room 2

Social Room

Monday, Nov. 15 1 p.m.

We will review and discuss “Miracle Creek” by Angie Kim, a brave, moving and award-winning debut from an unforgettable new voice. In a small town in Virginia, a group of people know each other because they’re part of a special treatment center, a hyperbaric chamber that may cure a range of conditions, from infertility to autism. But then the chamber explodes, two people die and it’s clear the explosion wasn’t an accident. “Miracle Creek” asks: How far will you go to protect your family? Will you keep their secrets? Ignore their lies?

Thursday, Nov. 18 2:30 p.m.

This powerhouse biopic traces the legendary James Brown’s rocky road from humble origins to superstardom as the Godfather of Soul. The film also reveals the demons — drugs, violence and nearbankruptcy — that haunted Brown on his rise to fame. Cast: Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Viola Davis

Mike Plasket Returns! Thursday, Nov. 18 7 p.m. Assembly Room

Enjoy the charming songs and lively rhythms of singer Mike Plaskett and accordionist Tommy Allan. They will perform a wide variety of songs from the 1920s to the 1950s — songs you will remember with a smile.

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NOVEMBER 2021

SUNDAY This calendar does not list all occurring events. For a full list, please review the rest of the publication.

11 a.m. Worship Service (AR) 1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: Troupe Vertigo 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Producers”

Standard Trips Other A2

Activity Room 2

Activity Room 5

Activity Room 6

Assembly Room

Art Studio

Clubhouse Great Room

Clubhouse Library

Clubhouse Patio

Card Room

MR Meditation Room SP

Star Points Assembly Room

Social Room Clubhouse

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10:30 a.m. Beaver Valley Mall 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR) 3 p.m. Rosary (MR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

9:45 a.m. Target at Cranberry 10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10 a.m. Writers’ Club (SR) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR) 3 p.m. Rosary (MR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

TUESDAY

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Committee for Sustainable Living (A2) 10 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR) 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 3 p.m. Handbells (A6)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Village Workshop Meeting (A5) 10 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR) 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 3 p.m. Handbells (A6) 4-8 p.m. Art Studio Open House (AS)

11 a.m. Worship Service (AR) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Gods Must Be Crazy”

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10:30 a.m. Ross Park Mall 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) 3 p.m. Rosary (MR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR) 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 3 p.m. Handbells (A6)

CALENDAR KEY Off Campus Excursions

MONDAY

11 a.m. Worship Service (AR) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Haunting”

11 a.m. Worship Service (AR) 1:30 p.m. Mindful Discussion Roundtable (A2) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Sahara”

9:45 a.m. Aldi at Northway 10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10 a.m. Writers’ Club (SR) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR) 3 p.m. Rosary (MR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

9:45 a.m. Super WalMart at Moon 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) 3 p.m. Rosary (MR) 4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR) 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 3 p.m. Handbells (A6) 7 p.m. Howard Voight presents: Oakland - Pittsburgh’s Civic Center (AR)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 10 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR) 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 1 p.m. Mahjong (CR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 3 p.m. Handbells (A6) 7 p.m. Hey Joe With Wife (AR)

WEDNESDAY

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 10 a.m. RLA Quarterly Meeting (AR) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1 p.m. Tour of the Bayernhof Museum 1 p.m. Bible Study (AR) 2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6) 4:30 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

10 a.m. RLA Exec Comm (SR) 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) 4:30 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11 a.m. Lunch at the Kaufman Tavern 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1 p.m. Bible Study (AR) 2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6) 4:30 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool) 11 a.m. Fit For Life (AR) 11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR) 1 p.m. Immersive Van Gogh 1 p.m. Bible Study (AR) 2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6) 4:30 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)

THURSDAY

8:30 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 11 a.m. Mass (SR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Collateral Beauty” (SR) 7 p.m. Richard Muth: Who Are the Masons and What Do They Do? (AR)

Veterans Day 8:30 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 11 a.m. Walking Group (AR) 11 a.m. Mass (SR) 1 p.m. Religious Discussion (AR) 1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6) 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Those Who Wish Me Dead” (SR) 7 p.m. Heinz History Center Presents: “The Steel City in WWII” (AR)

FRIDAY

9 a.m. Intermediate Mahjong (CR) 9:15 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) 6:30 p.m. River City Brass 7 p.m. Tripoly (SR) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Laws of Attraction”

9 a.m. Intermediate Mahjong (CR) 9:15 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) 7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Maverick”

SATURDAY

1 p.m. PLARN (SR) 7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Hildalgo” (AR)

1 p.m. PLARN (SR) 7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Chariots of Fire” (AR)

8:30 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR) 9:50 a.m. Quaker Village 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: “Get On Up” (SR) 7 p.m. Mike Plaskett Returns (AR)

1 p.m. PLARN (SR) 7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Laura” (AR)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Black Friday

11 a.m. Mass (SR) 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Chef” (SR)

NOTES

8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast 1 p.m. PLARN (SR) 7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Jobs” (AR)

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Friday Evening Classics Friday, Nov. 19 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, each one featuring a theme with a variety of composers, styles, moods, genres, instruments and 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 with the AV equipment.

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Laura” (1944) Saturday, Nov. 20 7 p.m. Assembly Room

Laura Hunt has been murdered, and as New York City Det. Mark McPherson investigates, he finds that everyone seems to be in love with her — and he, too, gradually falls under her spell. But things aren’t always what they seem. Otto Preminger’s classic mystery received four Academy Award nominations, including a nod for Best Director, and won the Oscar for Best Cinematography. Cast: Gene Tierney, Dana Andrews, Clifton Webb

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Haunting” (1999) Sunday, Nov. 21 7 p.m. Channel 956

A professor invites three insomniacs to take part in a sleep disorder study at an eerie, isolated mansion. The unfortunate guests soon discover that their host is far more interested in the sinister mansion itself and the true nature of its horror. Cast: Liam Neeson, Catherine Zeta-Jones

Writers’ Club

Monday, Nov. 22 10 a.m. Social Room

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

Howard Voight Presents: Oakland – Pittsburgh’s Civic Center Tuesday, Nov. 23 7 p.m. Assembly Room

We will examine the origin of Oakland’s status as a civic center and then describe the 16 components of our civic center: The Park, The Conservatory, Schenley, The Chapel and so much more.

Afternoon Movie: “Chef” (2014) Rated R Thursday, Nov. 25 2:30 p.m. Social Room

When chef Carl Casper’s plans for opening a restaurant in Los Angeles fail to pan out, he returns home to Miami and debuts a food truck instead. While trying to regain his zest for cookery, Carl also tries to mend his fractured family ties. Cast: Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Bourne Supremacy” (2004) Friday, Nov. 26 7 p.m.

Jazz Matazz

Friday, Nov. 26 7:30 p.m. Activity Room 2

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

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Jobs” (2013) Saturday, Nov. 27 7 p.m. Assembly Room

Ashton Kutcher delivers a tour de force performance as Apple founder Steve Jobs in this biopic that spans three decades of the entrepreneur’s life. The story follows Jobs from the obscurity of a Palo Alto garage to global fame as a technology icon. Cast: Ashton Kutcher, Dermont Mulroney, Josh Gad

Channel 956

Flushed from his momentary refuge by an assassin, amnesiac and ex-CIA killer, Jason Bourne finds himself thrust into setups and shootouts as he tries to piece together his life and thwart an international incident in this riveting sequel. Cast: Matt Damon, Franka Potente

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Mindful Discussion Round Table Sunday, Nov. 28 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: “Sahara” (2005) Sunday, Nov. 28 7 p.m. Channel 956

While investigating a deadly water-borne epidemic along the Nile River, adventurer Dirk Pitt uncovers a secret dating back to the U.S. Civil War and battles an evil industrialist bent on killing every living thing in the world’s oceans. Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn, Penelope Cruz

Scooter Clinic

Tuesday, Nov. 30 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activity Room 6

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

Hey Joe With Wife Tuesday, Nov. 30 7 p.m. Assembly Room

You may remember Joe Collincini bringing us an evening of Doo-Wop and oldies that we all sang to. Well, he is finally returning, and his wife will be along to make your evening even better.

Spiritual Gatherings 12

Sundays 11 a.m.

Worship Service, Assembly Room, Led by Rev. Tim Reichard

Mondays 3 p.m.

Rosary, Meditation Room

Wednesdays 1 p.m.

Bible Study, Assembly Room

Thursdays 11 a.m.

Mass, Social Room, Led by Father Matthew

Project Linus Work Group Card Room

Tuesdays 3 p.m.

Village Handbells Activity Room 6

Wednesdays 4:15 p.m.

Masonic Ringers Social Room

Saturdays 1 p.m.

PLARN Social Room

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30 p.m.

“BYOB Social Exercise Club” Social Room

Last Sunday 1:30 p.m.

Mindful Discussion Roundtable Activity Room 2

Third Monday 1 p.m.

Book Discussion Activity Room 2

Second & Fourth Monday 10 a.m.

Writers’ Club Social Room

First Tuesday 10 a.m.

Committee For Sustainable Living Activity Room 2

Second Wednesday 10 a.m.

RLA Executive Board Meeting Social Room

Last Friday 7:30 p.m.

Jazz Matazz Activity Room 2

GAMES AND CARD GROUPS

MEETINGS AND CLUBS

Mondays 1:30 p.m.

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 10 a.m.

Hand and Foot 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

Thursdays 1 p.m.

Pinochle Card Room

Thursdays 1 p.m.

500 Card Room

Thursdays 7 p.m.

Sequence Card Room

Fridays 9:30 a.m.

Intermediate Mahjong Card Room

Fridays 1:15 p.m.

Skip Bo Social Room

Fridays 7 p.m.

Tripoly Social Room

1st & 3rd Friday 1 p.m.

Duplicate Bridge Card Room

STANDARD TRIPS

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

DATE

LOCATION

PICK-UP

RETURN

Monday, Nov. 1

Beaver Valley Mall

10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to MVS

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Quaker Village Shopping Center

9:50 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at Noon from destination to MVS

Fridays

Village of Sewickley

9:15 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 11:15 p.m. from destination to MVS

Sundays

Various Churches in Sewickley

TBD each season

Monday, Nov. 8

Target at Cranberry Commons

9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

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

Monday, Nov. 15

Ross Park Mall

10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to MVS

Monday, Nov. 22

Aldi at Northway

9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

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

Monday, Nov. 29

Super WalMart, Moon

9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

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

EXCURSIONS

REGISTRATION LINE

3901

You may register for the excursions and programs indicated 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.

Tour of the Bayernhof Museum – Rescheduled from 9-22-21 Wednesday, Nov. 3 1 p.m. $10

Limited to nine residents, the tour of this extremely unique, 19,000-square-foot museum (the former residence of Charles B. Brown, III, the Museum’s founder) will take you through a world-class collection of music boxes and other antique automatic music machines, as well as many other fascinating items. This tour is not accessible. You may get on the waiting list by giving Karen $10 by Oct. 28.

Lunch at the Kaufman Tavern Wednesday, Nov. 17 11 a.m. Cost: Your meal

A landmark experience. A dining and drinking destination. A historic tradition. Since its inception, the Kaufman House has been a gathering place for travelers, neighbors and friends. Today, Kaufman Tavern continues and updates the tradition, providing warm, welcome, restorative libations and a fun, comfortable, exquisite dining experience. The Kaufman House was built after the fire of 1902 and recently renovated after a fire. Place a reservation by calling the registration line by Nov. 10.

Immersive Van Gogh at Lighthouse Art Space, River City Brass: Birthday Bash Pittsburgh Friday, Nov. 5 Wednesday, Nov. 24

6:30 p.m. You must have a ticket.

America’s biggest and best brass band is back! They kick off their 40th season with an evening of hits from the 1940s. James Gourlay and the band will come out swinging with tunes from Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn and Benny Goodman. You may want to jump up and jitterbug when you hear their wild big-band sound. Purchase tickets by calling their box office at 800-292-7222 and then sign up through the phone line to reserve your seat on the coach.

Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: Troupe Vertigo Sunday, Nov. 7

1:30 p.m. Cost: Your ticket and minimal transportation

Limited Walking

You will be immersed in Van Gogh’s works — from his sunny landscapes and night scenes to his portraits and still life paintings. The installation includes the Mangeurs de pommes de terre (The Potato Eaters, 1885), the Nuit étoilée (Starry Night, 1889), Les Tournesols (Sunflowers, 1888), La Chambre à Coucher (The Bedroom, 1889) and so much more. Astonishing in scale and breathtakingly imaginative, this exhibit allows you to experience Van Gogh’s art in a completely new and unforgettable way. Pay Karen $50 by Nov. 10 to reserve your space.

Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, Nov. 27 8:30 a.m. $7

Their acrobatics will leave you breathless. Troupe Vertigo joins the symphony under conductor Daniel Meyer. Each of their astonishing, gravitydefying feats are choreographed to live music and stunning visual arts. Certain to dazzle the eye and the ear. See Karen if you need a ticket.

1 p.m. $50

Travel to the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center for a delicious breakfast of 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 Nov. 24.

Moderate Walking

Extensive Walking

Lifelong Learning The Architecture of Power: Great Palaces of the Ancient World 4 p.m., Assembly Room Nov. 8

Nov. 22

We start our journey by looking first at recent history and the palaces of Suddam Hussein. In this lecture, we will see how he was inspired by ancient Babylonian and Egyptian cultures and how it changed with the threat from Iran and the United States.

The ruler of the Assyrians at the time of the building of this palace left us with an account of his conquests and his knowledge of trees species.

Palaces Past and Present

Mall Kata Palace: Pharaoh, Foreigners and Gods Fourth century B.C.E. was a time of peace, prosperity and plentitude for Egyptians. We will learn littleknown facts about their religious rituals and about how the rulers dominated their people.

Nov. 15

Phaistos: Palaces Between Asia and Europe

In studying Bronze Age Crete, we will see the intersection of multiple cultures. At this palace, we will learn of extravagant rituals and entertainment.

Palace of Nestor at Phylos and Bronze Age Greece

The Assyrian Palace at Nimrud: Empire in Stone

Greek Palaces Come to Roman Italy

Persian influence, determination and political strategy transformed Roman architecture under the leadership of Marcus Claudius and Lucius Licinius Lucullus.

Nov. 29

Masada: Herod the Great Between East and West We know the history of Masada and the deaths, but how did it come to be built there? We will find out.

Nero’s Domus Transitoria at Rome

Nero was a transition between boxes of stone and the new Roman concrete, which allowed new designs such as domed ceilings and custom columns, as he desired.

This was an extraordinary palace centered around a throne room. By looking at the arrangement of the rooms, we will see how the royals lived and maintained control.

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