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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 Game

Tuesdays

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

Now that you have learned this skillful game, it is time to enjoy the playing of the game with your friends.

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. The benefits of Tai Chi include decreased stress, increased energy, improved flexibility and improved balance.

Tom Roberts Presents: “Nostferatu” Tuesday, Nov. 1 7 p.m.

Assembly Room

March 4 marked the 100th anniversary of the first horror film, “Nosfteratu.” To commemorate the anniversary, the Pittsburgh Silent Film Society commissioned Tom Roberts to compose a new score. Tom premiered the score to two sold out audiences at the Harris Theater, and the second show sold out in 15 minutes. Here is your chance to experience Nosferatu from your home!

Committee for Sustainable Living Tuesday, Nov. 1

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 Masonic Village. Stay tuned to learn about some new projects that we can create together for you to use in your home.

Afternoon Movie: “50 First Dates” (2004)

Thursday, Nov. 3

2:30 p.m.

Social Room

In this offbeat romantic comedy, marine veterinarian Henry Roth changes his womanizing ways after he falls for pretty art teacher Lucy Whitmore. Trouble is, she has no short-term memory, so Henry has to win her over again every day. Cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“John Q” (2002)

Friday, Nov. 4

7 p.m.

Channel 956

In director Nick Cassavetes’ gripping social drama, bluecollar worker John Q finds that his meager insurance won’t cover his son’s heart transplant, so he holds a hospital emergency room hostage until doctors agree to perform the surgery. Meanwhile, gung-ho police chief Gus Monroe and hostage negotiator Frank Grimes try to diffuse the situation amid a media frenzy.

Cast: Denzel Washington, Robert Duvall, Ray Liotta

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Steel Magnolias” (1989)

Saturday, Nov. 5

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Featuring a star-studded cast, this bittersweet drama follows the abiding friendship among five tight-knit women who congregate at a beauty parlor in a small Louisiana town to laugh, cry and discuss their lives.

Cast: Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Sixth Sense” (1999)

Sunday, Nov. 6

7 p.m.

Channel 956

When 6-year-old Cole Sear inexplicably starts seeing dead people, he lands in the care of child psychologist Malcolm Crowe, who’s determined to uncover the truth.

Cast: Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette

The Village Workshop Meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 8

10 a.m.

Activity Room 5

The Masonic Village workshop is a non-profit club giving residents the opportunity to use a space for woodworking, crafting and minor repairs. There is a wide variety of hand and power tools available, as well as 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.

Todd DePastino: The Golden Age of Immigration Tuesday, Nov. 8

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Todd continues his talk about The Golden Age of Immigration (1880-1920) by focusing on a special group of immigrants whose impact on American culture and society was far beyond their numbers: Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe. Unlike most other groups, these immigrants came to the US with the intention of staying and building new lives here. They epitomize what we might call the “immigrant success story.” But they didn’t just assimilate to American life — they also changed the culture and helped to create a new America.

RLA Executive Board Meeting

Wednesday, Nov. 9

10 a.m.

Social Room

All residents are always welcome to observe Executive Board meetings. If you want to add to the agenda, contact Linda Kable (412-741-8696) at least two weeks before the meeting date. However, if you only want to speak about an agenda item, just let Linda know before the meeting.

Afternoon Movie: “Avalon” (1990)

Thursday, Nov. 10

2:30 p.m.

Social Room

Based on director Barry Levinson’s memories of life with his immigrant grandparents, this nostalgic story was nominated for four Oscars. Sam Krichinsky comes to America in 1914 and marries Eva. Years later, this multigenerational Jewish family faces a culture clash amidst its own personal struggles and triumphs. Cast: Leo Fuchs, Eve Gordon, Lou Jacobi

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Veterans Day Program

Thursday, Nov. 10

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Music is the basis of so many celebrations and tributes, and this will be no exception. Come and help our Masonic Village friends and family show appreciation to our veterans for ensuring our freedom. Several special guests will be leading us in song as well as performing for you. This promises to be one of the best veterans programs ever!

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Premonition” (2007)

Friday, Nov. 11

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Housewife Linda Hanson is devastated when her husband dies suddenly in a car crash. But when he reappears the next day as if nothing ever happened, she realizes the tragedy might have just been a premonition. Cast: Sandra Bullock, Julian McMahon, Shyann McClure

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Hannah and Her Sisters” (1986)

Saturday, Nov. 12

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Woody Allen’s classic tale about three New York City sisters – Hannah, Holly and Lee - begins with a festive Thanksgiving dinner, during which Hannah’s husband, Elliot, realizes he’s falling for Lee. Unfolding over the course of a year, the Oscar-winning film follows the sisters’ intertwined lives and loves. Cast: Barbara Hershey, Carrie Fisher, Michael Caine

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Nights in Rodanthe” (2008)

Sunday, Nov. 13

7 p.m.

Channel 956

With chaos tearing her family apart, Adrienne Willis takes a weekend job at her friend’s coastal North Carolina inn, but when a hurricane hits and strands the only guest, surgeon Paul Flanner, Adrienne’s life changes forever. Cast: Diane Lane, Richard Gere, James Franco

Holiday Workshop Sale

Tues – Thurs, Nov. 15 - 17

4 - 7 p.m.

Clubhouse Great Room

The Masonic Village annual Holiday Workshop Sale will be another fabulous opportunity for you to shop and donate at the same time. We will continue the tradition of transporting any toys donated for the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Erie. There will also be a truck raffle, with proceeds benefiting a Masonic charity.

Holiday Linus Sale

Tues – Thurs, Nov. 15 - 17

4 - 7 p.m.

Clubhouse Great Room

The Linus Organization creates soft and cuddly blankets for underprivileged and challenged babies born in the Pittsburgh area. To raise money for their yarn, they will be selling handmade items that are one of a kind … another opportunity to finish some holiday shopping.

Retirement Living Association Quarterly Meeting

Wednesday, Nov. 16

10 a.m.

Assembly Room

The last quarterly of the year always brings news of the upcoming projects and people. Don’t miss this meeting to participate in the annual election and by-laws changes. Be there before 10 to get your coffee and donut, and to score a good seat!

Allegheny Health Network Lecture with Doctor Coppola: “What Is Restless Leg Syndrome and How Do You Treat It?”

Thursday, Nov. 17

1 p.m.

Assembly Room

Such an uncomfortable condition can cause sleeplessness, pain, and loss of independence. Learn more as Dr. Coppola discusses how restless leg syndrome can be treated and avoided.

Afternoon Movie: “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” (1978) Rated R

Thursday, Nov. 17

2:30 p.m.

Social Room

While trying to get home to his family in Chicago for Thanksgiving, marketing executive Neal Page runs into one disaster after another, which includes being stuck with insufferable salesman. Cast: Steve Martin, John Candy, Kevin Bacon

Gail Neustadt’s Book Talk

Thursday, Nov. 17

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Accomplished and published resident and author, Gail Neustadt, brings so much to our community. She will introduce her books, their storylines, the characters and why she decided to become an author. You will have the opportunity to purchase some of her work, and the proceeds will be donated to her charity of choice.

Friday Evening Classics

Friday, Nov. 18

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 on the third Friday of every month. Each program features 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. Please contact Eleanor Howe if you would like to assist with producing the program.

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952)

Saturday, Nov. 19

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Cast members Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor combine their talents in one of the greatest big-screen musicals ever made, a twotime Oscar nominee that includes the songs “Good Morning,” “Make ‘Em Laugh” and the iconic title tune.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Yours, Mine and Ours” (2005)

Sunday, Nov. 20

7 p.m.

Channel 956

Dennis Quaid and Rene Russo take on the roles made famous by Henry Fonda and Lucille Ball in this remake of the 1968 comedy about two single parents who plan to marry and merge their broods into one “happy” family. Cast: Dennis Quaid, Rene Russo, Sean Faris

Book Discussion Group

Monday, Nov. 21

1 p.m.

Activity Room 2

This active and interesting group will review “And the Bridge Is Love” by David Biro. For more information on this wonderful group, contact Mary Ann Williams (412-749-5433).

Special Movie Showing: Sight and Sounds’ “Queen Esther”

Tuesday, Nov. 22

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Set in the opulent, yet perilous Persian Empire, “Queen Esther” is a captivating tale of beauty and bravery. Esther’s ordinary life changed forever when she was taken through the palace doors, entering a new world of royalty. Captured during Sight and Sound’s first-ever broadcast, this extraordinary film gives you the best seat in the house for every spectacular moment of the show.

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony

Pops: The Sounds of ABBA

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Sixth Sense”

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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 Game (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. Tom Roberts: “Nostferatu”

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

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

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Village Workshop Meeting (A5)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1 – 5 p.m. All About Art (AS & SR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

7 p.m. Todd DePastino (AR)

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s “Pathetique”

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Nights In Rodanthe”

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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)

CALENDAR KEY

Campus Excursions

Trips

A2

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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. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

4 - 7 p.m. Holiday Workshop & Linus Sale (GR)

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Yours, Mine & Ours”

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9:45 a.m. Aldi, 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. Mindful Discussion Roundtable (A2)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Freedom Writers”

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9:45 a.m. Super WalMart, Moon

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10 a.m. Writers’ Group (SR)

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 Game (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

7 p.m. Special Movie Showing: “Queen Esther” (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. 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)

11:45 a.m. Lunch at Sunny Jim’s

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: “50 First Dates” (SR)

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10 a.m. RLA Executive Board

Meeting (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)

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

10

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: “Avalon” (SR)

7 p.m. Veterans Day Program (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)

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

6:30 p.m. River City Brass: “Les Mis

N’at”

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “John Q”

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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: “Premonition”

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9:30 a.m. Trip to Rivers Casino

10 a.m. RLA Quarterly Meeting (AR)

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)

4 - 7 p.m. Holiday Workshop & Linus Sale (GR)

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11 a.m. Lunch Trip to JW Halls

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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8 a.m. Veteran’s Breakfast at Christ Church

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. Allegheny Brass Band Holiday Concert (AR)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Steel Magnolias” (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: “Planes, Trains & Automobiles” (SR) 4 - 7 p.m. Holiday Workshop & Linus Sale (GR)

7 p.m. Gail Neustadt Book Talk (AR)

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

2:30 p.m. Afternoon Movie: “Son in Law” (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)

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

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Friday Evening Classics (AR)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

6:15 p.m. Lincoln Park Presents: “Murder on The Orient Express”

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Hannah and Her Sisters” (AR)

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1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Singin’ in the Rain” (AR)

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9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

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

7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz (A2)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “School Ties”

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8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast

1 p.m. PLARN (SR)

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

PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Afternoon Movie: “Son in Law” (1983)

Thursday, Nov. 24

2:30 p.m.

Social Room

In an effort to ward off a boorish hometown suitor, college student Rebecca asks her spacedout roommate, Crawl, to pose as her fiancé during a trip home to the family farm for Thanksgiving.

Cast: Pauly Shore, Carla Gugino, Patrick Renna

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “School Ties” (1992)

Friday, Nov. 25

7 p.m.

Channel 956

A working-class Jewish teen receives a football scholarship to a prestigious prep school in the 1950s. But in favor of fitting in, he chooses to hide his religious heritage from his wealthy, prejudiced classmates.

Cast: Brandon Fraser, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck

Jazz Ma Tazz

Friday, Oct. 25

7 p.m.

Activity Room 2

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

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Grumpy Old Men” (1993)

Saturday, Nov. 26

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

For decades, next-door neighbors and former friends

John and Max have feuded, trading insults and wicked pranks. When an attractive widow moves in nearby, their bad blood erupts into a high-stakes rivalry full of naughty jokes and adolescent hijinks.

Cast: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Ann Margaret

Mindful Discussion Round Table

Sunday, Nov. 27

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: “Freedom Writers” (2007)

Sunday, Nov. 27

7 p.m.

Channel 956

While her at-risk students are reading classics such as “The Diary of Anne Frank,” a young teacher asks them to keep journals about their troubled lives.

Cast: Hilary Swank, Patrick Dempsey, Scott Glenn

Scooter Clinic

Tuesday, Nov. 29

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Activity Room 6

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

Allegheny Brass Band: “Get Ready for Your Holidays!”

Wednesday, Nov. 30

7 p.m.

Assembly Room

Your first holiday concert will be a doozy! The Allegheny Brass Band is well known for their extreme talent and passion for music. They are very excited to share that with you by playing some of your favorite holiday tunes.

All About Art! Classes and Workshops

Check Dates Below

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Art Studio

Plan to have fun while learning new skills. All classes are from 1 – 3 p.m., unless otherwise indicated. For questions about our classes, contact Donna Billings (412-418-8738). To register, see Karen Hammond.

Schedule

Nov. 2 Beginning Watercolor 2

Nov. 3 Sand Painting 1 Nov. 4 Alcohol Tile Painting Nov. 9 Beginning Watercolor 3

Nov. 10 Sand Painting 2

Nov. 15 Colored Pencils 1

Nov. 16 Beginning Watercolor

Nov. 17 Sand Painting 3

Nov. 22 Colored Pencils 2

Nov. 29 Watercolor Pencils

Art Studio Open Hours

Monday – Thursday

10 a.m. – Noon &

1 – 3 p.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 to classes and workshops.

All About Art!

Third Annual Art Event

Tuesday, Nov. 8

1 – 5 p.m.

Art Studio and Social Room

Stay tuned for more news about the upcoming annual art festival. Bring a friend (or two). Grab a glass of wine and snack on finger food appetizers before dinner. Make a holiday gift at one of our art stations. Browse the silent auction, and stake out your claim on art sales and auction items. We have some special surprise pieces of art to be auctioned this year. All proceeds benefit our Art Studio programs, and we donate part of our proceeds to the annual Employee Appreciation Fund.

Lifelong Learning

Programs begin on Mondays at 4 p.m. in the Assembly Room.

The Other Side of History (45 min. long)

We last examined this subject over a year ago, and now we will revisit some of the missed episodes. We will continue in December and then take a break, resuming Lifelong Learning on Jan. 9, 2023.

November 7

Being an Egyptian

We will learn about the world’s first Western civilization and explore everyday life along the Nile during the New Kingdom.

Practicing Egyptian Religion

We will learn about the Egyptian Gods who people, who the priests prayed to on behalf of the common people who were not permitted in the temple.

November 14

Being Minoan and Mycenaean

Most ancient civilizations were established along rivers for trade, etc., but here, we have two islands that lived a “thalassocracy” – an empire based on control of the sea.

Being Greek

We see early Greek life through the eyes of the common man: their interactions in the “polis” (city) and true democracy. The women were asked to stay in the home, and the slaves were to carry out the work. We will see the ballot process for the trial of Socrates.

November 21

Being a Greek Woman

These women were subjugated in all roles of their lives. See how “hetaerae,” or female companions, enjoyed relatively independent lives.

Being a Roman Slave

Learn about “manumission,” where a slave could be released, working to death in the fields or rising to be a craftsman.

November 28

Being a Rich Roman

We will learn about the opulence (for the time period) that the rich enjoyed, from clothing to food customs.

Being a Roman Celebrity

Even back in ancient times, there were “groupies” for the gladiators, charioteers and actors. Let’s not forget the politicians, who knew how to hog the limelight: Nero, Cleopatra and Theodora.

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 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 Executive Board Meeting Social Room

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

Last Friday 7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz Activity Room 2

GAMES AND CARD GROUPS

Sundays 1:30 p.m.

Mondays 1:30 p.m.

Mondays 7 p.m.

Tuesdays 9 a.m.

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

Dominoes Social Room

Corn Hole Activity Room 6

Master Masons Bingo Assembly Room

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.

Lunch At Sunny Jim’s

Wednesday, Nov. 2

11:45 a.m.

Cost: Your Lunch

Treat yourself to lunch out at one of the local hot spots. Great salads, wings and sandwiches are served at SJ’s and have been for many years. Although a casual atmosphere, you will not be disappointed with the scrumptious fare. Make your reservation by calling the registration line by Oct. 28.

River City Brass: Les Mis’ N’at

Friday, Nov. 4

6:30 p.m.

Cost Your ticket

The River City Brass open their season with a variety of Broadway hits from “West Side Story,” “Chicago,” “My Fair Lady,” “Carousel” and many more. The program will feature a concert performance of Les Miserables, the second longest-running musical in the world. Call 412-434-7222 for tickets, then call the registration line to reserve your seat on the coach.

Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: “The Music of ABBA”

Sunday, Nov. 6

1:30 p.m.

Cost: Your ticket

Renowned Finnish a cappella ensemble Rajaton joins the Pittsburgh Symphony for a concert of ABBA hits: “Mamma Mia,” “Voulez-Vous,” “Waterloo” and more that will surely have “dancing queens” in the aisles saying, “Gimme Gimme Gimme” and “Thank You for The Music!” Call Erin at 412392-3324 if you need a ticket, and then call the registration line to reserve your seat on the coach.

Lincoln Park Presents: “Murder on The Orient Express”

Saturday, Nov. 12

6:15 p.m.

$20

All Aboard! This classic Agatha Christie mystery thriller will have you on the edge of your seat. There is a murder on board the world’s most luxurious train, and it’s a race against the clock to find out who dunnit. With a host of peculiar characters, perplexing alibis and outrageous plot twists, will they be able to solve the murder? Get your money to Karen by Nov. 4 to reserve your ticket.

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Presents: Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6: “Pathetique”

Sergei Prokofiev: “Suite from Lieutenant Kijé”

Oliver Knussen: “Horn Concerto” [Pittsburgh premiere]

Sunday, Nov. 13

1:30 p.m.

Cost: Your ticket

Filled with ambiguity and intrigue, Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony was written with a distinct narrative behind the music, according to the composer, yet no one alive knows what this story is. Hear the piece that Tchaikovsky poured his “whole soul into,” ultimately leading to his premature death only a week after the original premiere. Also, join our beloved Principal Horn, William Caballero, as soloist in Knussen’s Horn Concerto, along with Prokofiev’s first film score and homage to his Soviet roots in the “Suite from Lieutenant Kijé.” For tickets, call James Guzman at 412-392-8801.

Trip To Rivers Casino

Wednesday, Nov. 16

9:30 a.m. departure

Cost: Your choice

The area’s finest casino is calling your name. Whether you go to people watch, have an excellent meal, listen to great music while watching the Pittsburgh skyline or gamble, it’s always a nice way to get away. Call the registration line by Nov. 11.

Lunch Trip to JW Halls Steak & Seafood Inn

Wednesday, Nov. 23

11 a.m.

Cost: Your lunch

It has been a while since you have visited Joe and Louise Hall’s scrumptious family restaurant. They are ready to welcome you back, and their lunch menu ranges from a variety of soups and daily specials to lobster pot or signature specialties like The Inn Steak. Call the registration line by Nov. 18 to make your reservation.

Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, Nov. 26

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. Call the registration line by Oct. 27.

Veteran’s Breakfast Club at Christ Church at Grove Farm Wednesday, Nov. 30

8 a.m. departure

$15

Todd DePastino has spoken many times about his wonderful breakfast and the stories that flow while dining on a delicious hot breakfast. Now is your chance to go, and it’s only a few minutes away. Call the registration line by Nov. 23 to make your reservation.

Limited Walking Moderate Walking

STANDARD TRIPS

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

DATE LOCATION

Extensive Walking

PICK-UP RETURN

Monday, Nov. 7 Target, Cranberry Commons 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

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

Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS Monday, Nov. 14 Ross Park Mall

Monday, Nov. 21 Aldi, Northway

Monday, Nov. 28 Super WalMart, Moon

9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

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 for more information.

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

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

Promptly at Noon from destination to return to MVS

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

ENJOY LIFE YOUR WAY