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To learn more about the Wellness Center’s amenities and programs, call the Barley Wellness Center at ext. 43931.
WELLNESS
Barley Wellness Center 412-741-1400, EXT. 43931
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 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
Monday & Friday 9 - 9:45 a.m.
Assembly Room
Designed to work your entire body, this class will benefit individuals who are looking for an active cardiovascular workout with intervals of strength, flexibility and range-of-motion exercises.
Tai Chi
Tuesday & Thursday 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 and improved flexibility and balance.
Walking Group
Tuesday & Thursday 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Assembly Room
Our wellness staff will warm you up and cool you down with various exercises before and after a short walk. Join neighbors and friends for good music and conversation, all while contributing to a healthy, active lifestyle.
Stretching
Tuesday & Thursday 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Activity Room 6
The wellness team will guide you through gentle stretches to improve flexibility and balance and increase range of motion, making it easier to perform everyday tasks.
PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
500 Bid
We are looking for more players for 500 Bid … could that be you? Contact Karen Hammond if you think so!
Upwords
Upwords is a game similar to Scrabble. We are starting a new group to help exercise our brains. If it sounds like a good fit, see Karen Hammond for more information.
Master Masons Bingo
Mondays
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Why Master Masons bingo? There are door prizes every week, 10 bingo winners weekly and a possible $100 Coverall winner. Benefits Sturgeon Health Care Center residents and other Masonic charities.
Sustainable Living Committee
Tuesday, Oct. 1
10 a.m.
Activity Room 2
The Sustainable Living Committee encourages individual practices of the Four Rs: “Refuse” (ex. plastic straws), “Reuse” (ex. glass jars), “Reduce” (ex. plastic water bottles) and “Replace” (ex. plastic grocery bags instead of tote bags). The Masonic Village General Store carries numerous products that support sustainable living.
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Bourne Identity” (2002)
Friday, Oct. 4
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Tech Support Sessions
Saturday, Oct. 5
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Art Studio
Need assistance with a portable device? Bring it to one of our tech sessions, where your neighbors and two high school students will help guide you and answer all your technical questions. Sign up at the front desk to make an appointment.
Saturday Night at the Movies:
“Breakfast at Tiffany's” (1961)
Saturday, Oct. 5
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Night at the Museum” (2006)
Sunday, Oct. 6
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Sharing Table
Monday, Oct. 7
1 - 3 p.m.
Assembly Room
We know the phrase, “what’s one resident's’trash is another’s treasure!” This is your opportunity to share items you no longer need, and find something you like for free. Furniture and clothes not accepted. Don’t forget the new times: 12:30 – 1 p.m. to drop off items and 1 – 3 p.m. for shopping. Come and enjoy the fun!
RLA Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 9
10 a.m.
Social Room
All residents are always welcome to observe the Board meetings. If you want to add to the agenda, contact Donna Billings (412-418- 8738) at least two weeks before the meeting. However, if you only want to speak about an agenda item, let Donna know before the meeting.
Syria Shrine Stage Band
Wednesday, Oct. 9
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Since 2014, this lively band has brought great music, including jazz, oldies, big band and more. Many of you may recognize some of the faces and level of talent they promise to bring. Get ready to dance in the aisles or in your seat.
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Red 2” (2013)
Friday, Oct. 11
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Saturday Night at the Movies: “A Beautiful Mind” (2001)
Saturday, Oct. 12
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The War of the Worlds” (1953)
Sunday, Oct. 13
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Writers Group
Monday, Oct. 14
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.
PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Masonic Village Rehab: Occupational Adaptive Equipment Open House
Tuesday, Oct. 15
1 p.m.
Assembly Room
Learn more about adaptive equipment and why it’s important to ease your daily routine and prevent falls. Occupational Therapy will bring some of the most commonly used equipment, demonstrate correct techniques and make recommendations for patients where appropriate. All residents are free to bring their current adaptive equipment (reachers, shoe horns, dressing sticks) and/or anything they use to get through the day.
Allegheny Health Network
Lecture with Dr. Coppola: Is the Aspirin You Are Taking Safe?
Thursday, Oct. 17
1 p.m.
Assembly Room
Dr. Coppola will answer any questions and offer education on this topic.
Annual Autumn Bash: Autumn Jamboree
Wednesday, Oct. 16
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Midnight Rooster will be here to get the house rockin’! Get ready for a hoe down, great beverages and fabulous heavy appetizers. This is the event of the year! Reserved seating only, so get Karen Hammond the names of your tables of eight or less. First come, first served.
Friday
Evening Classics
Friday, Oct. 18
7 p.m.
Activity Room 2
Come listen to an hour of recorded classical music in high quality audio. Eleanor Howe presents this series of programs featuring a variety of composers, styles, moods, genres and instruments, with an introduction to each piece. Feel free to bring friends and an optional beverage.
Saturday Night at the Movies: “Behind Enemy Lines” (2001)
Saturday, Oct. 19
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Stranger Than Fiction” (2006)
Sunday, Oct. 20
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Book Discussion Group
Monday, Oct. 21
1 p.m.
Activity Room 2
The book selection for October is “The Six” by Loren Grush. This is a story of courage in the face of impossible odds. It tells the remarkable true story of America's first female astronauts: six extraordinary women, each making history going into orbit aboard NASA's space shuttle. All residents are invited. Please call Phoebe Herrington (412-741-2940) if you have questions.
Todd DePastino:
1983 - Year of Cold War Peril
Tuesday, Oct. 22
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Todd tells the story of the most dangerous year in history: 1983. In November of that year, Soviet intelligence detected what they thought were U.S. preparations for a nuclear attack. Fearing a debilitating first strike, Russian officials mobilized for their own preemptive assault, putting their entire arsenal of 11,000 nuclear warheads on maximum readiness.
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.
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Cloverfield” (2008)
Friday, Oct. 25
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Tech Support Sessions
Saturday, Oct. 26
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Art Studio
Need assistance with a portable device? Bring it to one ofourtech sessions,whereyourneighbors and two high school students will help guideyou and answerallyourtechnical questions. Sign up at the front desk to make an appointment.
Saturday Night at the Movies: “Swing Kids” (1993)
Saturday, Oct. 26
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Mindful Discussion
Round Table
Sunday, Oct. 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.
Glenn Davis Presents: Polar Bears in Churchill, Canada
Sunday, Oct. 27
3 p.m.
Assembly Room
Churchill, Canada, is the self-proclaimed “Polar Bear Capital of the World.” Every October, dozens of polar bears gather around Churchill in anticipation of Hudson Bay freezing over, so they can head out on the ice to hunt for seals, their main food source. Unfortunately, this phenomenon may be coming to an end. Join Glenn as he shares his journey with other eco-tourists and learn about bears and other tundra critters.
OCTOBER 2024 calendar
CALENDAR KEY
Excursions
SP
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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: Twist & Shout
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Night at the Museum”
13
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The War of the Worlds”
7
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:45 a.m. Aldi, Baden
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 p.m. Sharing Table (AR)
1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)
4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
14
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
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)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
20
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh
Symphony Orchestra: Ravels
Piano Concerto
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Stranger Than Fiction”
21
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:45 a.m. Target, Mt. Nebo
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)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
1
9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Sustainable Living Committee (A2)
10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)
10 a.m. Watercolor Painting (AS)
10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)
11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)
1 p.m. Acrylics & Pastels (AS)
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
8
9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)
10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)
11 a.m. Watercolor Painting (AS)
11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)
1 p.m. Acrylics & Pastels (AS)
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
15
9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)
10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)
11 a.m. Watercolor Painting (AS)
11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)
1 p.m. MVS Rehab: Occupational Therapy Open House (AR)
1 p.m. Acrylics & Pastels (AS)
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
22
9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)
10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)
11 a.m. Watercolor Painting (AS)
11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)
1 p.m. Acrylics & Pastels (AS)
1 p.m. Special Shopping at Boscov’s
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
7 p.m. Todd DePastino: 1983 - Year of Cold War Peril (AR)
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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
1:30 p.m. Mindful Discussion Roundtable (A2)
3 p.m. Glenn Davis Presents: Polar Bears in Churchill Canada (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Niagara”
28
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
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)
5 p.m. Patrick Ganley Performs (GR)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
29
9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)
9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Photography Club (SR)
10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)
10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)
11 a.m. Watercolor Painting (AS)
11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)
1 p.m. LAMP Program (AR)
1 p.m. Acrylics & Pastels (AS)
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
2
10 a.m. Open Studio (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11 a.m. Lunch Trip to Back 2 Barney’s
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
9
10 a.m. RLA Board of Directors
Meeting (SR)
10 a.m. Open Studio (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
7 p.m. Syria Shrine Stage Band (AR)
16
10 a.m. Open Studio (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
7 p.m. Autumn Bash (AR)
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10 a.m. Open Studio (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Museum of Illusions Trip
1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
30
10 a.m. Open Studio (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
7 p.m. Wine Tasting & Pairing (AR)
3
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Right Brain/Left Brain (AS)
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. Open Studio (AS)
10
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Right Brain/Left Brain (AS)
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. Open Studio (AS)
5:15 p.m. BBQ Lock & Dam Dinner Cruise & Tour on the Gateway Clipper
17
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Right Brain/Left Brain (AS)
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 p.m. Open Studio (AS)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
24
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Right Brain/Left Brain (AS)
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. Open Studio (AS)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
31
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Right Brain/Left Brain (AS)
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. Open Studio (AS)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
6:30 p.m. PNC Broadway
Presents: “& Juliet”
4
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
10 a.m. Drawing Perspectives (AS)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge (CR)
1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)
6:30 p.m. River City Brass
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Bourne Ultimatum”
11
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
10 a.m. Drawing Perspectives (AS)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Bridge for All (CR)
1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Red 2”
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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
10 a.m. Drawing Perspectives (AS)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Recycled Art Pop Up (AS)
1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge (CR)
1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Friday Evening Classics (A2)
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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
10 a.m. Drawing Perspectives (AS)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Recycled Art Pop Up (AS)
1 p.m. Bridge for All (CR)
1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)
7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz (A2)
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Cloverfield”
5
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tech Support Session (AS)
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Breakfast at Tiffany's” (AR)
12
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “A Beautiful Mind” (AR)
19
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Behind Enemy Lines” (AR)
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8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tech Support Session (AS)
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Swing Kids” (AR)
PROGRAMS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Niagara” (1953)
Sunday, Oct. 27
7 p.m.
Channel 956
Writers Group
Monday, Oct. 28
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.
Patrick Ganley Rocks the Great Room!
Monday, Oct. 28
5 p.m.
Great Room
Stop by on your way to or from dinner to hear an up-and-coming young man perform favorite tunes from Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and many other artists.
Scooter Clinic
Tuesday, Oct. 29
9 a.m. - 11 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 your electric mobility devices. For your convenience and to eliminate waiting, please call ext. 43100 to make an appointment.
Photography Club
Tuesday, Oct. 29
10 a.m.
Social Room
Visit the Photography Club and learn tips and techniques for using your smartphone as a camera, take “field trips” to photography-related locations and work with others to help your new hobby flourish.
Library of Accessible Media For Pennsylvanians Presentation
Tuesday, Oct. 29
1 p.m.
Assembly Room
Did you know that Pennsylvania residents who have difficulty using standard print materials because of a visual, physical, or reading disability may be eligible for LAMP services? Did you know that many of these services come right to your door? Did you know that they are all complimentary? LAMP partners with The Carnegie Library and many other state and national organizations ready to help you OR ANYONE that you know…come to learn more
MVS Wine Tasting and Pairing
Wednesday, Oct. 30
7 p.m.
Assembly Room
Yes, we are going to do it again! It will be spectacular like it was before! Keep an eye on your cubby on more information on the event and how you can be a part of it!
Dining DINING 43912
GROUND CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE
INGREDIENTS
4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
1 (8-ounce) bag extrawide egg noodles
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
3 tbsp. olive oil
6 oz. sharp cheddar, grated (about 1 1/2 cups), divided
2 carrots, sliced
1 bell pepper, chopped
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
1 cup frozen lima beans, thawed
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 thyme sprigs, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshlyground black pepper
1 lb. ground chicken
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cup chicken stock
3/4 cup heavy cream
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 425. Butter a three-quart baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook noodles to al dente, typically 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and set aside. Combine panko, oil and 1/4 cup cheddar cheese in a bowl.
STEP 2
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, pepper, mushrooms, lima beans, onion, garlic and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add wine and cook until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Add stock and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until just starting to thicken, 2 to 4 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs.
STEP 3
Combine noodles, chicken mixture and remaining 1 1/4 cups cheddar in a large bowl, stirring until cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to prepared pan and top with panko mixture. Bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
Serves 6
SHAVED BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD
INGREDIENTS
3 tbsp. olive oil
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp. pure honey
Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper
1 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
INSTRUCTIONS
1 large gala apple, cut into matchsticks
1 small shallot, chopped 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts or walnuts
1 oz. Parmesan, Asiago or Romano cheese, shaved
Whisk together oil, lemon juice and honey in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add Brussels sprouts, apple, shallot and hazelnuts; toss to combine. Fold in Pecorino cheese.
Serves 4
ART CLASSES
Recycled Art
Friday, Oct. 18 & 25
1 - 3 p.m.
Art Studio
A two-part opportunity awaits you! Don’t throw that pickle or mason jar away. Bring it with you.
On Friday, Oct. 18, Alice Lieb and Sibyl McNulty will help you transform that jar into a keepsake work of art by applying cut or torn tissue paper onto its surface. Wear clothes you can get dirty or bring an apron. If you don’t have an apron, we will have extras.
On Friday, Oct. 25, bring your container back (or if you missed the first class, bring a favorite vase not to exceed 4”.) Marcia Brackin and Cordelia Jacobs will help you design a take-home, fresh floral arrangement to enjoy. Fresh autumn flowers will be provided.
Extra pickle jars will be available if you don’t have a glass jar. A donation of $5 is appreciated to defray the cost of the flowers. Open to 16 people per session; please register with Karen Hammond.
LIFELONG LEARNING
Mondays, at 4 p.m., in the Assembly Room.
GREAT TOURS: WASHINGTON, D.C.
Oct. 7
How Washington Came to Be
We will explore the origins of the District of Columbia; learn about the designer Pierre L'Enfant; and discuss the colorful history of the National Mall, Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial.
The White House and the Presidency
See the Oval Office and the cabinet rooms on a tour of the White House and learn about its construction, burning, reconstruction and expansion.
Oct. 14
The Capitol Building and the Legislature
In the Rotunda, Statuary Hall and Hall of Corridors, we will see the design and construction of the Capitol building, including the Senate and House Chambers.
The Supreme Court and the Law of the Land
In the beginning, it was an itinerant legal body, until the building was completed in 1935. In addition to seeing the architecture, we will explore the Court in action.
Oct. 21
The Nation’s Knowledge: Library of Congress
Tour the largest library in the world, starting with the monumental Jefferson Building, then the Adams and Madison buildings, and conclude at the Folger Shakespeare Library.
The State, Treasury and Justice Departments
See the State Department, Diplomacy Center and Diplomatic Reception Rooms. Then, the Federal Reserve Buildings, including the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and the headquarters of the FBI.
Oct. 28
Veterans Memorials on the Mall
Explore the various war monuments from Vietnam, Korea and the World War II Memorial.
Arlington Cemetery and the Pentagon
We will visit the gravesites of famous people and learn about the connection between the cemetery and Robert E. Lee. Of course, this tour includes the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Marine Corps Memorial, Air Force Memorial and the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.
MEETINGS AND CLUBS
Mondays 1:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 4 p.m.
Project Linus Work Group Card Room
Masonic Ringers Social Room
Saturdays 1 p.m. Plarn Social Room
Last Sunday 1:30 p.m.
Mindful Discussion Round Table Activity Room 2
Second & Fourth Mondays 10 a.m. Writers Group Social Room
Third Monday 1 p.m.
First Tuesday, every month 10 a.m.
Last Tuesday 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30 p.m.
Second Wednesday 10 a.m.
Book Discussion Activity Room 2
Sustainable Living Committee Activity Room 2
Photography Club Social Room
BYOB Social Exercise Club Social Room
RLA Board of Directors Meeting Social Room
Third Friday 7 p.m. Friday Evening Classics Activity Room 2
Last Friday 7 p.m.
Jazz Ma Tazz Activity Room 2
Spiritual Gatherings
Sundays 11 a.m.
Wednesdays 1 p.m.
Thursdays 11 a.m.
AND CARD GROUPS
GAMES
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 and Foot Card Room
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Chess Club Recreation (Puzzle) Room
Tuesdays 1 p.m. Mahjong Card Room
Wednesdays 1 p.m. Bridge for All Card Room
Wednesdays 2 p.m. Ping Pong Activity Room 6
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Swipe Card Game Card Room
Thursdays 10 a.m. Mahjong Card Room
Thursdays 1 p.m. Pinochle Card Room
Thursdays 7 p.m. Sequence Card Room
Fridays 1 p.m. 500 Puzzle Room
Fridays 1:15 p.m. Skip-Bo Social Room
Fridays 7 p.m. Tripoly Assembly Room
Saturdays 1:30 p.m. Cribbage Activity Room 2
First & Third Fridays, 1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Card Room
Worship Service, Assembly Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard
Bible Study, Assembly Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard
Catholic Mass, Social Room Led by Father Matthew
EXCURSIONS REGISTRATION LINE 43901
You may register for the excursions and programs by calling 412-741-1400, ext. 43901. Leave a message stating what you are registering for. This line is only for leaving messages; there will be no call back.
Penn Brewery
Wednesday, Oct. 2
11 a.m.
Your Lunch
Penn Brewery began brewing craft beer back in 1986, making them one of the earliest pioneers in the American craft movement. They started out brewing classic lagers and German beer styles, adhering to the strict quality standards of the 16th-century Bavarian Reinheitsgebot purity laws. They’re proud to boast that Penn beers have won a total of twenty Great American Beer Festival® and World Beer Cup® medals. Penn Brewery’s restaurant serves “ethnic-Pittsburgh” fare including wurst, schnitzel, pierogi, and goulash alongside contemporary Pittsburgh favorites. Call the registration line to make your reservation.
River City Brass: Brass at the Movies
Friday, Oct. 4
6:30 p.m.
Your Ticket
River City Brass opens with music from your favorite blockbuster movies, including music by composers John Williams, Danny Elfman and others. Enjoy the sounds of the brass in “Star Wars,” “Jurassic Park,” “Jaws” and “Batman,” as well as classic movies like “Gone with the Wind.” The ‘Burgh is featured in “Pittsburgh the Movie,” shot right here in the Steel City. For tickets, call 412-434-7222. Call the registration line to reserve your seat on the bus.
Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: Twist & Shout – The Music of The Beatles
Sunday, Oct. 6
1:30 p.m.
Your Ticket
Enjoy the best of the Beatles like you’ve never heard them before, with the full force of a symphony orchestra! Relive Beatle mania when the Pittsburgh Symphony and guest vocalists perform the Beatles’ timeless classics, including “Love Me Do,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and more — with captivating historic photos projected on the big screen. For tickets, call Erin at 412-392-3324.
BBQ Lock & Dam Dinner
Cruise & Tour on the Gateway Clipper
Thursday, Oct. 10
5:15 p.m.
$50
Come aboard a classic Pittsburgh dining and sightseeing cruise that is fun and exciting for the entire family. Enjoy the all-new menu, passage through a Lock and Dam, music and the beautiful sights of the Three Rivers! Your ticket includes dinner, a tour and a full-service bar. No cash accepted on board. Give Karen Hammond $50 to make your reservation; no phone reservations accepted.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra:
Ravel’s “Piano Concerto;”
Bartok’s suite from “The Miraculous Mandarin;”
Ravel’s “Piano Concerto in G;” and Sibelius’ “Symphony No. 4”
Sunday, Oct. 20
1:30 p.m.
Your Ticket
Bartok’s “The Miraculous Mandarin” tells the story of a girl forced to lure a wealthy Mandarin to his tragic fate. Its theme of the dark passions between men and women is as gripping — and controversial — as when it first premiered. Tom Borrow, a fast-rising artist of the new generation of virtuoso soloists, debuts his signature work, Ravel’s terrifically entertaining and jazzy “Piano Concerto.” Concluding the concert is Sibelius’ gloriously menacing “Symphony No. 4.” Call James at 412-392-8801 for tickets.
Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends Special Discount Shopping Trip
Tuesday, Oct. 22
1 – 4 p.m.
Your purchases
It’s time for another special trip to Boscov’s! Buy a $5 pass from Marlene Moisey (412-741-8675), call the registration line to register and you can shop for anything at Boscov’s at a 25% discount. All proceeds will benefit the Order of the Eastern Star and their projects. You will leave Boscov’s at 4 p.m. to return home.
Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh
Wednesday, Oct. 23
1 p.m.
$23
Discover a brilliant collection of perspective-changing rooms, intriguing installations and surprising images. The exhibits will teach you that nothing is quite as it seems. Prepare to be mesmerized! Explore illusion rooms and installations. Bring $23 to Karen Hammond; no phone reservations accepted.
Fellowship Breakfast
Saturday, Oct. 26
8:30 a.m.
$9
Travel to the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center for a delicious breakfast. All are welcome to enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, French toast and much more. The meal is served by and benefits members of the local PA Rainbow Assemblies and DeMolay Chapters. Sign up by calling the registration line by Oct. 26.
PNC Broadway Presents: “& Juliet”
Thursday, Oct. 31
6:30 p.m.
$72
Created by the Emmy®-winning writer of “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. "& Juliet" asks, “What would happen if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo?” Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love — her way. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it. Give Karen Hammond $72 to reserve your seat; no phone reservations accepted.
STANDARD TRIPS
There is no need to pre-register for any of the standard trips.
Monday, Oct. 7 Aldi, Baden
Monday, Oct. 14 Ross Park Mall
Monday, Oct. 21 Target, Mt. Nebo
Monday, Oct. 28
Super WalMart, Moon
9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
Tuesdays and Thursdays Quaker Village Shopping Center 9:50 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at Noon from destination to return to MVS
Fridays Village of Sewickley
9:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 11:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
Sunday Various Churches in Sewickley See Information Desk
