VILLAGE JAN. 2018
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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS Entertainment.............................................................p. 4 Dining.............................................................................p. 7 Spiritual Gatherings...................................................p. 8 Social and Games.......................................................p. 8 Meetings and Clubs...................................................p. 9 Crafts.............................................................................p. 11 Upcoming Events........................................................p. 11 Calendar........................................................................p. 12 Wellness........................................................................p. 14 Note from Administration........................................p. 16
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS Standard Trips............................................................ p. 19 Excursions................................................................... p. 20
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Recreation Department:
14509 or
33277
Baird Wellness Center:
33783
Village Living is published monthly. If you have any questions, comments or ideas on current or upcoming trips, please call the Recreation Department. Offices are located in the Clubhouse and Grand Lodge Hall. To view this publication electronically, please visit MasonicVillages.org/Elizabethtown.
Sleeping Beauty Presented by The State Ballet Theater of Russia at the Hershey Theater Saturday, Feb. 3 RSVP by Jan. 5 Pick up: 5:30 p.m. and Return: 10 p.m. $53.60 per ticket This full-scale production performed by The State Ballet Theater of Russia is choreographed by the very famous Marius Petipa and is based on Brothers Grimm’s version of Sleeping Beauty. Enjoy, as this performance presents 55 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars. The ballet begins at 7:30 p.m.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Thirsty Thursday in the Tavern THURS Time: 4 - 7 p.m. Cost: Items for Purchase JAN. Choose from a variety of beers on tap, wines, made-to-order cocktails and fresh appetizers while enjoying live entertainment provided by Pat Cusick. Pat’s music has been featured in various television and radio shows, including NPR’s Car Talk and ABC’s Men In Trees. Location: Goose and Gridiron Tavern
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WED
SAT JAN.
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EMazing Grace Bluegrass Concert
Time: 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Emily Stoltzfus and Grace Kensinger started playing together in 2010 and discovered they made a fantastic acoustic duo. Their youth and energy lends itself to the bluegrass music they play, drawing an enthusiastic response from audiences young and old. Acoustic guitar and a five string banjo accompany strong vocals to create unique music. Location: Deike Auditorium
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AARP Safe Driver Course
Time: 9 a.m.
Cost: $15 - $20
Refresh your driving skills and save money at this informative eight-hour AARP class. To be eligible, you must have a current Pennsylvania driver’s license and AARP ID (if applicable). Bring both forms of identification with you to class. AARP members pay $15, and non-members pay $20. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early. This class meets Jan. 10 and Jan. 11. Attendance for both days is required. Call ext. 14509 to register. Location: Keystone Room
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Sarah Zahn Performance
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Sarah Zahn is a singer and actress known for her work with the Servant Stage Company. Pianist, composer and arranger Andy Roberts will join her for a unique performance that absorbs musical styles from various eras. Location: Deike Auditorium SAT JAN.
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WED JAN.
JAN.
Wilbur Buds Concert
Time: 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
This group will get your toes tapping with favorite standard songs. Location: Deike Auditorium SUN JAN.
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Ringgold Band Concert
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
This band, formed in 1852, is proud to be one of America’s first community bands. Their programs include familiar classics and challenging new works, as well as symphonic overtures, show tunes, solos and a myriad of marches. Location: Deike Auditorium
MON JAN.
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THURS
The Ins and Outs of Ambulance Billing
Time: 10:30 a.m.
JAN.
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A Cornerstone Representative will discuss ambulance billing for Northwest Emergency Medical Services. Cornerstone Adminisystems has been billing for various medical services and ambulance organizations since 1994. Location: Keystone Room FRI JAN.
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Keystone Room Social
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Light refreshments will be served at this popular event. Join your neighbors and friends for socialization and dancing. Location: Keystone Room SAT JAN.
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Movie Showing: Max 2: White House Hero
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Cost: Free
This film follows Max, a military service dog, who is assigned to serve on the President’s Secret Service detail. On his journey, he meets TJ, the president’s 12-year-old son. When TJ and a friend find trouble, Max comes to the rescue! This movie is rated PG and has a run time of one hour and 25 minutes. Location: Deike Auditorium THURS JAN.
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Painting with a Twist
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $35
Painting with a Twist offers a unique and memorable experience. Enjoy step-by-step instructions with an experienced and enthusiastic artist. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation. This is fun art, not fine art! Wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be included as well as all of your art supplies. Paint your own version of “Ashley’s Flowers" (seen in table of contents). Please RSVP by Jan 12 by calling ext. 33277. This session is limited to 25 people. Location: Lodge Dining Room
Photographer and Historian Van Wagner
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Van Wagner’s music and photography entertains and inspires audiences to become involved in learning. He has been both a coal miner and a logger and is now a teacher. Van’s photography fills the screen while he tells true stories with his voice and guitar. His music has been featured on the History Channel and Country Music Television. He has released 21 original albums and published a book titled Coal Dust Rust and Saw Dust. Location: Deike Auditorium SUN JAN.
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Movie Showing: Dunkirk
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
It is World War II, and Allied forces are under attack by Germany. In Dunkirk, France, this film demonstrates how war tests the beauty and resilience of the human spirit. This movie is rated PG-13 with a run time of one hour and 47 minutes. Location: Deike Auditorium MON JAN.
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Performance by the Chestnuts
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
The Chestnuts are an acoustic duo from Lancaster who received glowing reviews from Masonic Village residents who have seen them perform locally. The Chestnuts perform classics from country, rock, folk and blues genres. Location: Deike Auditorium WED JAN.
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Presentation on the Five First Ladies, Part I
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
First Ladies were not mentioned in the Constitution, but we all know they played a part in their husbands’ administrations. Come learn how their role has expanded and changed over the years. Included will be discussions on Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Sarah Polk and Frances Cleveland. This presentation is by residents Walt and Margie Cook. Location: Keystone Room
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Goose and Gridiron Tavern
NOW OPEN Drinks. Appetizers. Fun.
HOURS Thurs. - Sat., 4 - 7 p.m. Specials: Live entertainment every third Thursday of the month. Plus, enjoy sports games on six televisions.
THE WAIT IS OVER! YOUR TAVERN IS OPEN. Choose from a variety of beers on tap; wines; made-to-order cocktails; fresh appetizers, including wings, French fries and sliders; and more. Relax while enjoying the company of friends. Attend or throw a unique event in the tavern, or watch a big game! Look forward to new events inside the tavern. They will be advertised as planned.
DINING MON JAN.
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New Year’s Day Dining All Restaurants 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Bring luck to the New Year by indulging in pork, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and other menu items. The Restaurants at Clubhouse, Eisenlohr and Grand Lodge Hall will be seating from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Please make your reservations starting Dec. 21. Look for your memorandum with a detailed menu. FRI JAN.
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New Year’s Cocktail Social Clubhouse Lobby 4 - 6 p.m.
Ring in the New Year with specialty made drinks and hors d'oeuvres. There is an $8 cover charge for this social, and beverages are priced separately. THURS JAN.
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Ice Cream Sundae Bar Restaurant at Eisenlohr 4 - 6 p.m.
Enjoy this addition to the dessert menu. A variety of toppings will be at your fingertips, including hot fudge, caramel, sprinkles, whipped cream, cherries, strawberry topping and more.
Specials The Restaurant at Clubhouse will be celebrating National Hot Toddy Day on Thursday, Jan. 11, at lunch and dinner. Experience the flavors of Egypt during dinner at the Restaurant at Eisenlohr on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Enjoy favorite Chinese dishes at Café 1911 in the Grand Lodge Hall during a lunch and dinner buffet on Thursday, Jan. 18. Rise and shine for a hearty breakfast at the Restaurant at Clubhouse. Breakfast is available all day, featuring a special menu on Tuesday, Jan. 23.
RESTAURANTS: Clubhouse 14507 Eisenlohr 33627 Grand Lodge Hall 33303
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SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS
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Sundays 8:15 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Worship Service, Sell Chapel
Mondays 9:30 a.m.
Bible Study, GLH Rec. Center
Tuesdays 10 a.m.
Sell Chapel Choir Rehearsal, Sell Chapel
Thursdays 1:30 p.m.
SOCIAL AND GAMES Mondays 3 p.m.
Scrabble for Fun, Keystone Room
Mondays 6:45 p.m.
Mahjong, Sycamore South Rec. Room
Mondays 6:15 p.m.
Bridge, Keystone Room
Bible Study, Keystone Room
Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.
Wii Bowling, Smith North Rec. Room
Thursdays 5:30 p.m.
Vespers, GLH Solarium
Tuesdays 12:30 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge, Keystone Room
Fridays 9 a.m.
Men’s Bible Study, All Purpose Room, James Buchanan
Tuesdays 1 p.m.
Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym
Wed., Jan. 3 10 a.m.
Searching the Scriptures: Women’s Group, Roosevelt Assembly Room
Tuesdays 6:15 p.m.
Shuffleboard, Outside of Deike Auditorium
Fri., Jan. 5 11 a.m.
Catholic Mass, Roosevelt Assembly Room
Wednesdays 12:45 p.m.
Mahjong, Sycamore South Rec. Room
Mon., Jan. 8 2 p.m.
Book Club, Sell Chapel Parlor
Wednesdays 6:15 p.m.
Shuffleboard, Outside of Deike Auditorium
Tues., Jan. 9 8 a.m.
Men’s Freemasonry Discussion Group, Roosevelt Assembly Room
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.
Pinochle, Keystone Room
Wed., Jan. 10 2 p.m.
Episcopalian Open Service, Keystone Room
Thursdays 9 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge, GLH Game Lounge
Fri., Jan. 12 10:30 a.m.
Special Singles Woman’s Group, Keystone Room
Thursdays 9 a.m.
Pickleball, Patton Campus Memorial Hall Gym
Tues., Jan. 16 9 a.m.
Men’s Support Group, Keystone Room
Thursdays 6:45 p.m.
Mahjong, Smith North Rec. Room
Wed., Jan 17 1:30 p.m.
L'Chaim (Jewish Group) Exodus, Lodge Dining Room
Thursdays 7 p.m.
Canasta, Clubhouse Lobby
Wed., Jan 17 3 p.m.
Holy Communion, Keystone Room
Fridays 9 a.m.
Bowling, Clearview Lanes, Elizabethtown
Wed., Jan. 24 10 a.m.
Episcopalian Open Service, Keystone Room
Fridays 9:30 a.m.
Ceramics, Smith North Ceramics Room
Fri., Jan. 26 3 p.m.
Shabbat Trip, Country Meadows, Lancaster
Fridays 12:30 p.m.
500 Rummy, JB Game Room
Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays 9 a.m.
Morning Stretch, Keystone Room
Tues., Jan. 2 7 p.m.
Organ Music with Volunteer Kathy Collins, Brown Apartment Building
Wed., Jan. 3 10 a.m.
Hand and Foot Card Game, Keystone Room
MEETINGS AND CLUBS
Sat., Jan. 6 2 p.m.
Bingo, Keystone Room
Tues., Jan. 9 6 p.m.
Bingo, FCC Atrium
Thurs., Jan. 11 1 p.m.
Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Card Room
Fri., Jan. 12 2 p.m.
Bingo, Sycamore North
Sun., Jan. 14 5 p.m.
Wine and Cheese Social, Keystone Room
Mon., Jan. 15 6 p.m.
Horseracing, FCC Atrium
Sat., Jan. 20 2 p.m.
Bingo, Keystone Room
Sun., Jan. 21 3 p.m.
Wine and Cheese Social, Goose and Gridiron Tavern
Tues., Jan. 23 6 p.m.
Bingo, FCC Atrium
Thurs., Jan. 25 1 p.m.
Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Card Room
Fri., Jan. 26 1 p.m.
January Birthday Party, Lodge Dining Room: Eat sweet treats while celebrating January birthdays with friends. Call ext. 33277 to RSVP by Dec. 19.
Fri., Jan. 26 2 p.m.
Bingo, Sycamore North
Fri., Jan. 26 3:30 p.m.
Happy Hour, Keystone Room
Fri., Jan. 26 6:30 p.m.
Trivia Night with Resident Bob Reigh, Lodge Dining Room
Mondays 9 a.m.
Handbell Practice, Sell Chapel
Mondays 1 p.m.
Masonic Village Piece Makers Quilting Group, Sycamore North
Mondays 1:30 p.m.
Women’s Chorus Rehearsal, Sell Chapel
Tuesdays 10 a.m.
Open Door Group, JB All Purpose Room: Instruction occurring in math, science, philosophy and more.
Tuesdays 1:30 p.m.
Social Hour, Lifelong Learning Room: Join friends as they discuss anything and everything in this lively discussion hour. Call ext. 33277 for a monthly list of subjects. Please note the change of location.
Wednesdays 9 a.m.
Craft Group Meeting, JB Craft Room
Wednesdays 10 a.m.
The Inquisitives, JB All Purpose Room: This group takes a rational look at some of America’s serious social problems. Everyone is invited.
Thursdays 9 a.m.
Blood Pressure Clinic, Keystone Room Break Room: Clinic closes at 10 a.m.
Thursdays 9:30 a.m.
Knit Club, JB Lobby
Thursdays 7 p.m.
Men’s Choir Rehearsal, Sell Chapel
Fridays 10 a.m.
Music Merrymakers Rehearsal, FCC Atrium
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 8:30 a.m.
Busy Bee Coloring Club, FCC Atrium
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 1 – 3 p.m.
Art Studio and Gallery Hours: Regular hours are as listed, but if you see the door is open, feel free to visit. The photography of resident Bill Decker will be featured in January. Bill’s photos are not typical. They are complex images generated by mathematical formulas called Fractal Art. Join the art club to learn painting and drawing skills. Photographers who would like to display their photos are wanted. If interested, call resident Roland Snyder at ext. 72169.
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MEETINGS AND CLUBS
Wed., Jan. 10 9 a.m.
Coffee with Mark, Louis Eisenlohr
Wed., Jan. 10 9:30 a.m.
Intergenerational Sensory Garden Program, Lifelong Learning Center: Learn more about plants and how to distinguish herbs, flowers and vegetables with fun gardening activities indoors. Please join young gardeners from Bright Horizon’s child care center. Please note the change in location.
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Thurs., Jan. 4 9:30 a.m.
RTL Meeting, Deike Auditorium: As 2018 begins, Executive Director Cindy Phillips will speak about what’s ahead for Masonic Villages in 2018.
Thurs., Jan. 4 1 p.m.
Book Club with the Village Bookies, Lifelong Learning Room: This month’s book is “The Lilac Girls” by Martha Hale Kelly.
Thurs., Jan. 11 5 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 4 7 p.m.
Order of the Eastern Star Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III and IV
Sojourners Meeting: If you would like to join the Sojourners, please contact resident Jack Heinze at ext. 15417.
Fri., Jan. 12 1 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 5 1:30 p.m.
Penn State Grey Lions, Keystone Room: Sheldon Munn will present “The Joe Paterno Story: Make An Impact.” Sheldon provides talks for schools, churches, retirement centers and civic organizations in Pennsylvania. Through the partnership with the HersheyHarrisburg Regional Visitors Bureau, he conducts motorcoach tours of Harrisburg, Hershey and South Central Pennsylvania.
Masonic Village Birders Club, James Buchanan All Purpose Room: Listen to and tell wild bird stories with the goal of creating a Masonic Village bird list. For more information, contact resident Lew Cressler at ext. 14030.
Mon., Jan. 15 7 p.m.
Treichler Lodge Meeting
Tues., Jan. 16 8:30 a.m.
Shriners Club, Patton Campus Dining Room
Thurs., Jan. 18 9 a.m.
Scott Ruth’s Garden Gatherings, Lodge Dining Room: Join Scott Ruth, director of land management, for coffee, tea and discussions about the beautiful campus.
Fri., Jan. 5 9 a.m.
Coffee with Mark, Village Apartments
Sat., Jan. 6 2 – 4 p.m.
Model Railroad Club Open House
Thurs., Jan. 18 10 a.m.
Bereavement Support Group, Sycamore North
Sun., Jan. 7 2 – 4 p.m.
Model Railroad Club Open House
Thurs., Jan. 18 1:30 a.m.
Computer Club Meeting, Keystone Room
Mon., Jan. 8 10 a.m.
Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Room: Everyone has a story to tell. Learn a relaxed and easy way to write it. The group shares its stories with one another, but never criticizes. Feel free to visit the group. Please note the location change.
Fri., Jan. 19 9 a.m.
Coffee with Cindy, Keystone Room
Fri., Jan. 19 1 p.m.
Coffee with Cindy, Lodge Dining Room
Mon., Jan. 22 8:30 a.m.
New Friends from Mount Calvary Christian School, Lodge Dining Room: Please come and meet a new friend from Mount Calvary Christian School.
Mon., Jan. 22 10 a.m.
Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Room
Mon., Jan. 22 1:30 p.m.
Caregiver Support Group, Sycamore South Terrace Lounge: Learn coping techniques, adaptive methods and resources that are available to you. Gain and give support among peers.
Mon., Jan. 8 Resident Giant and Darrenkamps 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Gift Card Sale, FCC Atrium Mon., Jan. 8 12 p.m.
High 12 Meeting, Patton Campus Dining Room
Mon., Jan. 8 Resident Giant and Darrenkamps 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Gift Card Sale, Keystone Room
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Tues., Jan. 23 10 a.m.
Travel Club, Keystone Room: All residents are invited to join. Annual dues are $5. Upcoming trips include Washington D.C., from April 19 – 21; Maine and Train Cruise from June 11 – 15; and The Ark Encounter, Williamstown, Kentucky, from Sept. 17 – 20. Contact resident Ann Berger at 717-361-5170 for rates and more information.
Tues., Jan. 23 7 p.m.
Amaranth Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III and IV
Thurs., Jan. 25 1 p.m.
VGA Council Meeting, Lifelong Learning Room
Fri., Jan. 26 9 a.m.
Coffee with Mark, Sycamore North
Pharmacy Moving to Sycamore Square As of Saturday, Jan. 13, the pharmacy will operate out of its new location in the Sycamore Square Marketplace, next to Lancaster General Health Physicians Family Medicine. Hours to drop off and pick up prescriptions will continue to be Monday - Friday, from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday, from 2 - 4 p.m. This should have no impact on your current prescriptions, and you may contact the pharmacy at ext. 33554 with any questions. Stop in and say, “Hi!”
SAVE THESE DATES Travelogue Series: Week in Paris Sun., Feb. 4 at 2 p.m. Deike Auditorium
Choir Festival Presented by Spiritual Care Sun., Feb. 18 Brossman Ballroom
Super Bowl Party Hosted by Job’s Daughters Sun., Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. Brossman Ballroom
Patriots Day Movie Sponsored by DeMolay Mon., Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. Deike Auditorium
Grand Master’s Event with Entertainment by One More Time Sat., Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. Brossman Ballroom
CRAFTS Due to renovations in the Grand Lodge Hall, glass fusing, ceramics and craft classes will not be held in January. Look forward to classes held inside the newly renovated space in the future!
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calendar
JAN. 2018
SUNDAY This calendar does not list all occurring events. For a full list, please review the rest of the publication.
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2-4 p.m. Model Railroad Club Open House 5:30 p.m. Starlight Tea Epiphany Concert
CALENDAR KEY Off Campus Excursions Standard Trips
MONDAY
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8 a.m. PA Farm Show 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Grocery Gift Card Sale (FCC-AT) 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Grocery Gift Card Sale (KR) 12 p.m. High 12 Meeting (PCDR) 2 p.m. Book Club (Sell Chapel)
TUESDAY
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12:30 p.m. Walmart 7 p.m. Organ Music (BN)
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8 a.m. Men’s Freemasonry Discussion Group (MHCC Roosevelt Assembly Room) 12:30 p.m Dollar Tree 6 p.m. Bingo (FCC-AT)
COFFEES Other BB
Brossman Ballroom
BN
Brown Building
CC
Courtyard Café
DA
Deike Auditorium
FCC-AT
Freemasons Cultural Center Atrium
GLH-LL
Lifelong Learning Room
GLH-RR Grand Lodge Hall Recreation Room GLH-SO Grand Lodge Hall Solarium MHCC
Masonic Health Care Center
KR
Keystone Room
LDR
Lodge Dining Room
LE
Louis Eisenlohr
PCDR
Patton Campus Dining Room
SM-N
Smith North
SYC-N
Sycamore North
SYC-S
Sycamore South
VA
Village Apartments
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2:30 p.m. Ringgold Band (DA) 5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (KR)
10:30 a.m. Ins and Outs of Ambulance Billing (KR) 10:30 a.m. Lunch Trip: Red Lobster 6 p.m. Horseracing (FCC-AT) 7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting
8:30 a.m. Shriners Club (PCDR) 9 a.m. Men’s Support Group (KR)
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3 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (Goose and Gridiron Tavern)
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2 p.m. Movie (DA)
8:30 a.m. New Friends from Mount Calvary (LDR) 12:30 p.m. Walmart
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12:30 p.m. Dollar Tree 7 p.m. The Chestnuts (DA)
10 a.m. Travel Club (KR) 12:30 p.m. Barnes and Noble Book Store 6 p.m. Bingo (FCC-AT) 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting (BB, Salon III and IV)
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12:30 p.m. National Watch and Clock Museum
WEDNESDAY
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9 a.m. Hollywood Casino 10 a.m. Hand and Foot Card Game (KR) 10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (MHCC Roosevelt Assembly Room)
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7:30 a.m. Breakfast Trip: Country Meadows 8:45 a.m. PARCR Meeting 9 a.m. Coffee with Mark (LE) 9 a.m. AARP Safe Driver Course, Day I (KR) 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Program (GLH-LL) 2 p.m. Episcopalian Open Service (KR) 7 p.m. Sarah Zahn (DA)
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9 a.m. Wegman’s Market 1:30 p.m. Jewish Group (LDR) 3 p.m. Holy Communion (KR)
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10 a.m. Episcopalian Open Service (KR) 10:30 a.m. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
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10:30 a.m. Five First Ladies Presentation, Part I (KR) 10:30 a.m. Lunch Trip: Mosby’s Pub
THURSDAY
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9:30 a.m. RTL Association Meeting (DA) 12:30 p.m. Park City Mall 7 p.m. OES Meeting (BB, Salons III & IV)
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9 a.m. AARP Safe Drive Course - Day 2 (KR) 1:30 p.m. Open Rehearsal with Lido 5 p.m. National Sojourners Meeting
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FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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9 A.M. COFFEE WITH MARK (VA) 11 a.m. Catholic Mass (MHCC Roosevelt Assembly Room) 12:30 p.m. Hershey Tanger Outlets 1:30 p.m. Grey Lions (KR) 4 - 6 p.m. Cocktail Social (Clubhouse Lobby) 5:30 p.m. Twelfth Night of Christmas
2 p.m. Bingo (KR) 2 - 4 p.m. Model Railroad Club Open House 6 p.m. EMazing Grace (GLH-SO)
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8 a.m. Pennsylvania Farm Show 10:30 a.m. Special Singles (KR) 1 p.m. Birders Club (JB All-Purpose Room) 2 p.m. Bingo (SYC-N)
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1 p.m. Wilbur Buds (DA)
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9 a.m. Scott Ruth’s Garden Gathering (LDR) 10 a.m. Cabela’s Outdoor World and Lunch 4 - 7 p.m. Third Thirsty Thursday (Goose and Gridiron Tavern)
9 A.M. COFFEE WITH CINDY (KR) 12:30 p.m. Gift & Thrift and Country Store 1 P.M. COFFEE WITH CINDY (LDR) 7 p.m. Keystone Room Social (KR)
2 p.m. Bingo (KR) 7:05 p.m. Movie (DA)
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1 p.m. VGA Council Meeting (GLH-LL) 1:30 p.m. Painting with a Twist (LDR) 6:30 p.m. Van Wagner (DA)
NOTES
9 A.M. COFFEE WITH MARK (SYC-N) 9:30 a.m. Park City Mall 1 p.m. January Birthday Party (LDR) 2 p.m. Bingo (SYC-N) 3 p.m. Shabbat Trip 3:30 p.m. Happy Hour (KR) 6:30 p.m. Trivia Night (LDR)
WELLNESS BAIRD WELLNESS CENTER 33783 Located in the Freemasons Cultural Center, the Baird Wellness Center offers an array of cardiovascular and strength equipment, functional training, personal training and group fitness classes. Massage therapy, Healing Touch™ energy therapy and wellness workshops on mind, body and spirit are also offered. Open daily, from 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Staff are available Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sat., 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tues. & Thurs.
9 - 9:45 a.m.
SilverSneakers® Classic Cost: $3 (free for BWC members)
This universal class is designed to improve agility, balance, coordination and functional capabilities. Location: Brossman Ballroom, Salon I
Tues. & Thurs.
10 - 11 a.m.
SilverSneakers® Circuit
10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
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Nutrition Consultation
Wellness Center Day Hours
Cost: $15
Meet with Jamie Rosenshine, wellness specialist, to discuss nutrition on a personal basis. Location: Baird Wellness Center Daily
Exercise for Charity!
Now through Feb. 28, log your exercise minutes at the wellness center to benefit the Bleiler Caring Cottage! Every 10 minutes of exercise will earn $0.10 for charity. For participating, you will be entered to win a $100, $50 and $25 Visa gift card. This fundraiser is sponsored by residents Ted and Ally Ackroyd. Location: Baird Wellness Center Mon. - Fri.
Swimming: Patton Pool
Four lanes are open for lap swim, and two lanes are open for free swim. Resident-only swim is offered 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Open lap swim is available from 1:30 – 6 p.m.
Cost: $3 (free for BWC members)
This is a non-impact standing class with alternating intervals designed to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Location: Brossman Ballroom, Salon I
Wed. & Fri.
By Appt.
Yoga Within Cost: $3 (free for BWC members)
Experience gentle yoga poses, ranging from seated to standing, with focus on strength, relaxation, balance and flexibility. Location: Lodge Meeting Room
Mon. - Fri.
Swimming: Flohr Pool & Spa
The Flohr Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for comfort. An eight-person spa is heated to 100 degrees. Morning swim is available from 8:45 – 9:45 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and open swim is available from 1:30 – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
BR AIN Fitness Club
Discover foods that aid in brain health
Presented by the Baird Wellness Center
Learn to better your memory
Learn about brain plasticity
ad for a wellness class/program
Socialize
Enjoy games with friends
Instructed by Jamie Rosenshine, wellness specialist 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, starting Feb. 7 2 - 3 p.m. at the Goose and Gridiron Tavern No Cost, RSVP to the wellness center
NOTE FROM ADMINISTRATION
A Successful Year at the Village Cindy Phillips, executive director As I approach the end of my fourth year as your executive director, I find myself especially grateful. Our staff and volunteers are amazing, and we are so blessed for the many generous donors who make our Mission of Love possible. I visit many other communities throughout the year, and I always return knowing how special Masonic Village is.
and providing services to those returning from the hospital or with chronic conditions to prevent hospital visits. Masonic Village Home Health, Hospice and Home Care will continue as critical contributors to our community's wellness.
A Successful Year
As I look ahead to 2018 (and beyond), our priorities continue to be you - our residents and employees - as well as financial stewardship. These are linked together, as we are challenged to provide the same quality services with a projected labor shortage and decreasing healthcare reimbursement and insurance coverage. It's a tall order, but we've proven for more than 100 years we know how to evolve and adapt.
As I look back on 2017, there are a few highlights that stand above the rest. First, we became an overall 5-star facility through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Our Masonic Health Care Center staff, from nursing, environmental services, social services, therapeutic recreation, rehab, maintenance and food services, worked hard to achieve this goal. While this is the first time we've been awarded that 5th star, we've always known we provide the highest quality of care. A second major accomplishment in 2017 was the renovation of Grand Lodge Hall’s restaurant and kitchen. This historical space will now move forward as two beautiful restaurants with expanded seating and outdoor dining. Additionally, the opening of the Goose and Gridiron Tavern provides a space to enjoy gatherings of all types. The entire "Main Street Corridor" has proven to be a welcomed enhancement to your daily activities, and we are proud that we've modernized it while maintaining and respecting its original grandeur.
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Lastly, as part of our commitment to home and community-based services for our residents and the surrounding community, 2017 debuted our new home health service. We are now growing
Looking Forward
Early in the New Year, we will continue with the master plan to keep our campus viable and appealing to both our current and future residents. As the Grand Lodge Hall project finishes, we will begin renovating our Freemasons Cultural Center, including the Three Loaves CafĂŠ, Deike Auditorium, Brossman Ballroom and the connecting common areas. In April, we will finish the last of the 72 new cottages along Commandery Road. Since retirement living started here in 1990, we've grown about 300 living units each decade, only deciding to build when the economy and the demand could sustain it. We consistently selected the right style and number of units to achieve a significant number of reservations before the project was started, maintaining our strong occupancy. While the Townhomes at Sycamore Square project has started a little slower, it is a new service line beyond
the traditional continuing care retirement community housing market. It will position us to provide another option for prospective residents to join our community. We fully expect to have enough reservations secured by next summer to begin construction and make the Townhomes at Sycamore Square a reality. So, why do we keep growing? The answer is quite simple: demand. Adding cottages or townhomes allows us to meet the growing demand for baby boomers on our wait list and others who want to move to Masonic Village. With our amenity-rich campus, adding residents also enables us to spread our fixed costs for things like dining venues, roads, computer systems, wellness facilities and even staff salaries. This growth will help us absorb the increasing costs of operating a campus like ours. One of the main reasons our cost control has become more difficult is the rising gap in healthcare reimbursement from Medicare and Medicaid. In 2017, our charitable spending will likely exceed $25 million in Elizabethtown alone, with more than $15 million representing losses from skilled nursing care. While remaining committed to our mission, this level of charitable care is unsustainable. If the Medicaid funding and policies change as predicted, it could increase that loss by 30 percent or more. We are examining every option to continue providing the highest levels of care in ever-changing ways.
2017-2018 MASONIC CHILDREN’S HOME
Giving Catalog
Our home and community-based services, use of technology (like K4 automation) and creative sustainability efforts with other healthcare providers are just a few of the initiatives we've started so far. In addition, we will continue mission reviews of all departments to ensure we eliminate or limit losses that are not supporting core resident services. Lastly, the third critical priority for 2018 and beyond is our employees. With more staff retirements and an increasingly competitive recruiting climate, we know our culture and work environment are keys to attracting and retaining the workforce of the future. In 2017, we began a new partnership with the county’s IU13 unit to provide skill-building opportunities for students from Columbia and Donegal High Schools. We hope to expand this to the Elizabethtown Area School District in 2018. Since it's getting more difficult to find high-quality employees like we have today, we continue to focus on employee satisfaction. While many things change each year at the Village, we never lose sight of our Mission of Love. As each year passes, we have many achievements and positive changes. However, each year also brings a new set of challenges. I am optimistic we are up for the task and will continue to keep our Village beautiful, safe and a wonderful place to call home. Happy New Year, and may yours be filled with hope, good health and much happiness.
Give a Gift to Change a Child's Life Donate from the Masonic Children’s Home Giving Catalog, full of gifts for our kids!
Easy Reader Book p. 6
Tutoring Session p. 8
ITEMS INCLUDE:
School Outfit p. 15
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Pair of Sneakers Set of Gardening Tools Preventative Health Visit Music Lesson Pair of Glasses School Outfit
Order a Giving Catalog: 1-800-599-6454 Donate online: MCHGivingCatalog.org
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SHOPPING at the
Village
Masonic Village gift shops have everything you need and want this year.
CLUBHOUSE MARKET Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. – Noon & 1 – 4 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m. – Noon VILLAGE SHOPPE (GRAND LODGE HALL) Mon. - Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 3:30 p.m. MASONIC HEALTH CARE CENTER GIFT SHOP Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sat. - Sun., 1 - 3:30 p.m.
STANDARD TRIPS
33205
Please call to sign up on Dec. 27 beginning at 8 a.m. at the GLH Transportation Desk for the Elizabethtown Shuttle or Village Green Transport for shopping, breakfast, lunch and supper trips, as well as Masonic Village campus meetings and entertainment provided on campus. If for any reason you need to cancel a trip on a weeknight or weekend, please call the operator (0), and the bus driver will be notified. The desk closes during lunch.
DATE
LOCATION
PICK-UP
RETURN
Tuesday, Jan. 2
Walmart, Palmyra
12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 4
Park City Mall, Lancaster
12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 5
Tanger Outlets, Hershey
12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 9
Dollar Tree, Mount Joy
12:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 10
Breakfast Trip: Country Meadows, Elizabethtown
7:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Monday, Jan. 15
Lunch Trip: Red Lobster, Colonial Park
10:30 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 17
Wegman’s Market, Mechanicsburg
9 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 19
Gift & Thrift Shop and the Country Store, Mount Joy 12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 22
Walmart, Palmyra
12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 23
Barnes and Noble Book Store, Lancaster
12:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 26
Park City Mall, Lancaster
9:30 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 29
Dollar Tree, Mount Joy
12:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 31
Lunch trip: Mosby’s Pub, Mount Joy
10:30 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
9:15 a.m.
RECURRING SCHEDULE Call ext. 33205 at anytime to register Every Sunday
Sunday Shuttle Service (for the 8:15 a.m. service)
7:40 – 8 a.m.
Every Sunday
Sunday Shuttle Service (for the 10 a.m. service)
9:10 – 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.
Every Saturday
Masonic Village Farm Market
9:15 a.m.
10 a.m.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Elizabethtown Shuttle
8:30 a.m.
Varies
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Elizabethtown Shuttle
1 p.m.
Varies
NOTICE If you have not received a reminder phone call one day prior to a scheduled trip, please call the Grand Lodge Hall Transportation Desk at ext. 33205, the Clubhouse Information Desk at ext. 14512 or Recreation Office at ext. 14509. The Elizabethtown Shuttle provides transportation to various destinations in Elizabethtown, including but not limited to: GIANT, Kmart, Weis, Darrenkamps, appointments, CVS, post office, library and Groff’s Meats. Moderate Walking
Extensive Walking
Steps
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EXCURSIONS
Sign up Dec. 27, 9 a.m. at the Clubhouse Info. Desk
WED JAN.
03
MON JAN.
Hollywood Casino
Pick up: 9 a.m.
Return: 2:30 p.m.
08 Cost: Free
Located in Grantville, this casino features over 2,450 reel video slots and video poker machines ranging from one penny to $100. Popular games are available at more than 50 game tables. A variety of eateries are available throughout the casino for your enjoyment. FRI JAN.
05
Trombone Choir Concert: Twelfth Night of Christmas
Pick up: 5:30 p.m.
Return: 9:30 p.m.
JAN.
10
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
Join the Chancel Choir, the Carillon Bell Choir, soloists and instrumentalists in celebrating the music of Advent and Christmas. This year’s concert features the music of rising star Dan Forrest, along with favorites like Gustav Holst and Richard Shepherd. The concert is located at the Lancaster Church of the Brethren.
PARCR Meeting
Pick up: 8:45 a.m.
Return: 2:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn the latest and greatest in retirement living during this quarterly meeting held at Bethany Village in Mechanicsburg. The meeting begins at 10 a.m., with lunch at noon. Lunch is $10, which is payable at the door.
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Starlight Tea Vocal Concert Return: 9 p.m.
Return: 2 p.m.
Attend the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the nation with nearly 6,000 animals (including Masonic Village’s very own), 10,000 competitive exhibits and 300 commercial exhibits. See animal shows and competitions among local youth. Also enjoy the Pennsylvania Farm Show's famous milk shakes and deep-fried favorites! Another trip will take place on Friday, Jan. 12, from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
JAN.
Pick up: 5:30 p.m.
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Pick up: 8 a.m.
THURS
SUN
07
Pennsylvania Farm Show
WED Cost: Free
This concert will feature 10 trombonists playing Christmas music written for a trombone choir. Liturgically speaking, Jan. 5 is the twelfth day of Christmas. The concert will benefit the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and a free will offering will take place at intermission. Light refreshments will be served after the program. The concert is held at the Derry Presbyterian Church in Hershey and is scheduled for 7 p.m.
JAN.
14512
Lancaster Symphony Orchestra Open Rehearsal
Pick up: 1:30 p.m.
Return: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra featuring violin sensation Rachel Barton Pine. Inside the Winter Center at Millersville University, the orchestra will perform Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 as well as Smetana’s The Moldau in two uplifting and glorious examples of the romantic era.
PAYMENT AND PICK UP INFORMATION If paying by check, please make payable to “Masonic Village.” Please pay for each trip with separate checks, and send payment to the Recreation Department. If for any reason you need to cancel a trip on a weeknight or weekend, please call the Operator (0) to let them know, and the bus driver will be notified. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., please call the Recreation Department at ext. 14509. Any cancellations made within 48 hours of a trip are non-refundable. If a pick up location is not noted, you can be picked up at your residence. *If you are not using Masonic Village Transportation, please deduct $4 from the cost. Moderate Walking
Extensive Walking
Steps
The National Watch and Clock Museum TUES JAN.
30
WED
THURS JAN.
18
FEB.
Cabela’s Outdoor World
Pick up: 10 a.m.
Return: 3:30 p.m.
21 Cost: Free
Cabela’s Outdoor World is a seller of outdoor sporting goods, including, footwear, clothing and hunting and fishing equipment. This store includes a mountain replica, waterfall and aquarium. Educational displays are also located throughout the store. Before visiting Cabela’s, a lunch stop will be made at Cracker Barrel, located one mile from the store in Hamburg. SAT FEB.
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Pick up: 5:30 p.m.
Return: 10 p.m.
Cost: $53.60
This full-scale production performed by The State Ballet Theater of Russia is choreographed by the very famous Marius Petipa and is based on Brothers Grimm’s version of Sleeping Beauty. Enjoy, as this performance presents 55 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars. The ballet begins at 7:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Jan. 5. The performance will take place at the Hershey Theater.
Experience the largest and most comprehensive horological collection in America! This museum, located in Columbia, was officially opened in 1977 and has grown from a collection of 1,000 items to more than 12,000 items. Payment will be collected at the museum.
Rainbow’s Comedy Playhouse Presents Death at the Garage Sale
Pick up: 10 a.m.
Return: 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $42
It’s hard to imagine a senior couple could get into trouble organizing their downsizing garage sale. When evidence of foul play is found saturating one of the rugs they are trying to sell, the question is: who died, and which one of them did it? Follow this comical story during Rainbow Comedy Playhouse's Death at the Garage Sale. Please RSVP by Jan 24. FRI
The State Ballet Theater of Russia Presents Sleeping Beauty
Pick up: 12:30 p.m. Return: 4 p.m. Cost: $9
MARCH
02
Terracotta Warriors at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute
Pick up: 7:30 a.m.
Return: 4 p.m.
Cost: $28
In 1974, a farmer in China was digging a well when he struck upon fragments of terracotta. Unbeknownst to him, he had uncovered one of the most monumental achievements in history. Buried beneath the surface of the land were 2,000 life-sized statues, constructed 2,000 years ago, guarding the tomb of their master: China’s first emperor. After touring the exhibit, have lunch at the Franklin Food Works Café inside the Franklin Institute. Other eateries are located within walking distance. The ticket cost also allows you to explore other exhibits. Please RSVP by Feb 2. Pick-up location: FCC (7:30 a.m.) and Clubhouse (7:45 a.m.)
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Extensive Walking
Steps
OFF-CAMPUS
EXCURSIONS
14512
treasures
H A N DM A DE A N D U N IQU E
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Sign up Jan. 23, 9 a.m. at the Clubhouse Info. Desk
Visit the Rooster Woodshop’s showroom to find quality furniture and mementos with a hand-crafted touch. Furnish your home or the homes of your loved ones with unique pieces at an affordable price.
WINE TOPPERS
HOURS: Mon. – Fri., 8 – 11 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. Sat., 8 - 11 a.m.
TOOLS
Wood workers take custom orders and have supported the Masonic Children’s Home, Employee Assistance Fund and other charities with their proceeds.
CLOCKS
WALKING STICKS BOOKSHELVES CANED CHAIRS CHILDREN’S TOYS DECORATIVE BASKETS END TABLES CHESTS (LARGE AND SMALL) CHESS BOARDS
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5 Photo 1 and 2: "Elves" pack 175 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child, which benefits poor and orphaned children around the world. Photo 3: Masonic Village residents and community members gather to place flags for Massing of the Colors. Photos 4: Veterans and current service men and women are honored during the Massing of the Colors Opening Ceremony.
6 Photo 5: Sell Chapel Congregation and its Outreach Committee (several members of which are shown in the photo) are celebrated for their support of Masonic Village's Employee Assistance Fund, as well as other local and Masonic charities. Photo 6: New residents tour the Masonic Children's Home. During the tour, residents learned about daily life at the children's home and met some of the children. Photo by resident Alan Saylor.
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