Elizabethtown Village Living - December, 2022

New Year’s Eve Party

SATURDAY,

DEC. 31, 9 P.M.

– MIDNIGHT Brossman Ballroom

Herald in a brand new year with The Fabulous Cheese Brothers & Sisters, the Kracker Beez & Over Easy, as they merge together for a special blend of talent and music for this New Year’s party. Say farewell to the old year with classic favorites, and dance the night away with old tunes, plus hit standards, pop and rock songs for an eclectic mix of music from yesterday and today. Due to a need to plan for refreshments and seating, registration is required for this event, so please call the Activities Department at ext. 14509 no later than Dec. 17 to attend. If you have transportation needs, be sure to note your pick-up location.

Double Keyed: Mid-Winter’s Gift by Frances Drost and Kirstin Myers

THURSDAY, DEC. 1, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Kirstin Myers was baking Christmas cookies, which inspired the idea for a holiday album featuring Kirstin on oboe and English horn and Frances Drost on piano. The duo, known as Double Keyed, recorded classic Christmas songs arranged and produced by Nashville’s own Phillip Keveren. Frances, a pianist and concert artist, started her own company, Musical Creations, as a way to encourage people on their journey through life. Oboist Kirstin holds degrees in music education and oboe performance from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s in oboe performance from Michigan State University. For the past 21 years, she has been on the faculty of Millersville University and York College of Pennsylvania, and in 2016, joined Lebanon Valley College as an oboe professor.

Elaine’s Angel Pin and Craft Sale

FRIDAY, DEC. 2, 11 A.M. – 5 P.M.

Clubhouse Lobby

Elaine’s popular Angel pins and crafts will be for sale just in time for the holiday season. All of the proceeds from these beautiful handmade items go directly to the Bleiler Caring Cottage, a warm, safe and caring home that provides personalized support services for adults with intellectual developmental disabilities. A second sale will take place on Monday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Grand Lodge Hall Square.

A Jazzy Christmas with Temple Avenue

SATURDAY, DEC. 3, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Temple Avenue is a jazz group that combines three talented millennials — who are regulars on the area’s jazz scene — with their three Philly friends from Temple University’s prestigious jazz program. The sextet features vocalist, composer and arranger Lora Sherrodd. While Lora was earning her master’s in jazz performance from Temple the past two years, jazz magazine Downbeat named her the best student jazz vocalist in the nation. For their performance at Masonic Village, Temple Avenue will share their jazz-infused versions of some of your holiday favorites, as well as some treasured jazz standards.

Holiday Pet Pictures

MONDAY, DEC. 5, 10 A.M. – NOON

Keystone Room

What better way to commemorate the holidays than with a picture with your pet, taken by our excellent resident photographer, Mick McCurdy? Come dressed in your finest outfit. No pet? Choose one of ours. We’ll deliver your picture in a framecard within seven days. The cost is $5. To sign up, call ext. 14512. Sponsored by the MV Pet Club.

Myths and Legends … And Why We Believe in Santa Claus

TUESDAY, DEC. 6, 2 P.M.

GLH Solarium

This presentation will cover the history and traditions of gift giving and gift givers around the world, from Ancient Roman times to present day, and the origin of the familiar red and white Santa Claus of today. It will feature traditional Christmas readings and an interesting display of approximately 65 varied gift givers. Enjoy this special presentation by resident Judy Parrish. This program will be repeated on Friday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m., in the Keystone Room.

Year-End Tax Planning Resident Workshop

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7, 10:30 A.M.

Keystone Room

Attorney Alvin Blitz, Chief Gift Planning Officer for the Masonic Charities, will review the current year-end tax and estate planning strategies for 2022. A handout outlining his top strategies for giving, estate planning and financial planning will be available. Don’t miss out on this informative session. Sign up by Nov. 30 by calling Mary Meszaros, ext. 33460.

Treichler Lodge Pancake Breakfast

SATURDAY, DEC. 10, 7 – 11 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom

The Treichler Lodge breakfast fundraiser features pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Santa will visit, and toys are being collected for Toys for Tots. They will also be holding a food and coat drive. Tickets are $10, first come, first served. Contact James Harkness at 717-342-7207 for more information.

Encore Band Holiday Concert

SATURDAY, DEC. 10, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

The Encore Band is bringing sounds of the season to life with their holiday concert. Enjoy all of your favorite Christmas tunes – and a few surprises, too. The Encore Band is made up of residents and community members who volunteer their time and musical gifts for your enjoyment.

Music Merrymakers Christmas Concert

MONDAY, DEC. 12, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

With a variety of songs selected to reflect the beauty, magic and mystery of the season, the Music Merrymakers concert will be sure to entertain and remind you of the meaning of Christmas. They will take you through the hustle and bustle of the season to a humble manger scene and celebrate the birth of a newborn King who came to save the world!

Gentlemen Singers Holiday Concert

TUESDAY, DEC. 13, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Get into the holiday spirit with Masonic Village’s own Gentlemen Singers. Enjoy their Christmas musical program, which includes familiar carols and hymns. A singalong will be included, so bring your Christmas spirit and enjoy this wonderful program.

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Wreaths Across America

SATURDAY, DEC. 17, NOON

MV Cemetery

Join us for an official Wreaths Across America ceremony and laying of wreaths to remember our veterans buried at the Masonic Village Cemetery, dating back to a veteran of the Spanish American War and veterans of the Civil War. A Sell Chapel ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. to recognize veterans at rest in the Columbarium. Members of the Veterans Events Committee will be here to assist and will oversee the ceremonies.

Transportation note: There will not be parking available at the cemetery, so attendees should board the bus at 11:15 a.m. at the FCC Brossman parking lot for the Noon ceremony. For the 2 p.m. Columbarium ceremony, you may use the Sunday shuttle bus.

Christmas Cantata

SUNDAY, DEC. 18, 9:30 A.M.

Deike Auditorium

The Music Ministry at Sell Chapel will present a program of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany anthems and carols. The Nativity will come alive through singing, readings and the playing of instruments. This beautiful morning of praise and worship for the holiday season is an event not to be missed.

Suspect Sunday with Scott

Baylor

SUNDAY, DEC. 18, 3 P.M.

Keystone Room

Imagine you are walking your dog down a path in a public park, and you notice what appears to be a mannequin lying in pieces on the ground next to the path. As you approach the mannequin, you realize it is actually the body of a woman. But no one knows who committed this heinous act. Why can’t the police solve this and many other cases? Join us to learn about a few unsolved crimes. You never know, maybe we’ll solve one!

Movie Showing: “Why the Nativity”

MONDAY, DEC. 19, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Travel back in time and experience the sights and sounds of the first Christmas. You’ll have a frontrow seat to the Nativity story as you witness the Old Testament prophets foretelling the birth of Jesus. “Why the Nativity?” is a fascinating presentation of biblical history with stunning visual dramatics creating an unforgettable journey through the wonders of Christmas!

Jay Smar’s Ol’ Tyme Country Christmas Show

MONDAY, DEC. 19, 2 P.M.

Keystone Room

Back by popular demand, Jay Smar returns for the holidays. He will perform familiar Christmas songs preceded by their origin, as well as easy “bluegrass” Christmas singalongs, a Christmas song written by a monk in 1646 and a guitar instrumental version of “What Child Is This?” And what country program would be complete without some flat foot fiddlin’ and singin’?

Vocal Harmonix

TUESDAY, DEC. 20, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

This Lancaster chapter of Sweet Adelines International is a nationally award-winning group featuring about 30 singers of all ages, from all parts of Lancaster, Berks and York. Vocal Harmonix loves to get out and sing for their community, including seasonal shows at a number of community venues and at an annual competition.

Geriactors Holiday Performance

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21, 1 P.M.

Keystone Room

The Geriactors Readers Theater will spread seasonal joy with their annual performance. The show will be repeated on Friday, Dec. 23, at 1 p.m., in the GLH Solarium.

Celtic Christmas Concert by the Knotwork Band

THURSDAY, DEC. 22, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

The Knotwork Band is a trio that performs Celtic folk music from Ireland, Scotland, England and Brittany, as well as American and world music with ties to Celtic folk music, either musically or historically. The trio features a wide spectrum of musical styles, ranging from beautiful airs and waltzes to sprightly jigs and reels, and a variety of instrumentation, including silver flute, high and low whistles, piccolo and more. Vocals are performed by Kevin Long, Tommy Kochel and Victoria Visceglia for this seasonal Celtic music program.

Jim Correnti’s Holiday Piano Concert

FRIDAY, DEC. 23, 2 P.M.

Keystone Room

Classical pianist Jim Correnti returns to perform your holiday favorites. Jim studied at New York City’s Juilliard School as a scholarship student of Adele Marcus, receiving his Bachelor of Music degree in 1970. He has been a soloist with the Garden State Philharmonic Orchestra and the Plainfield Symphony (NJ) and does over 250 performances annually. He is director of keyboard activities at Eastern University and also teaches piano at Philadelphia Biblical University.

Movie

Showing: “A Christmas Story Christmas”

MONDAY, DEC. 26, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

This sequel to “A Christmas Story” follows Ralphie, now an adult, as he returns to the house on Cleveland Street to give his kids a magical Christmas like the one he had as a child, reconnecting with childhood friends and reconciling the passing of his father. This movie is rated PG, with a run time of 94 minutes.

Musical Showing: Andre Rieu - “New Year’s in Vienna”

FRIDAY, DEC. 30, 7:05 P.M. Deike Auditorium

What could be more magical than Andre Rieu and his world famous Johann Strauss Orchestra performing before a live audience in Vienna on New Year’s Eve? Join Andre and his musicians and guests as they celebrate the year’s most special evening with this collection of all-time favorites captured live in concert. The run time for this musical is one hour and 44 minutes.

New Year’s Eve Party

SATURDAY, DEC. 31, 9 P.M. – MIDNIGHT Brossman Ballroom

Herald in a brand new year with The Fabulous Cheese Brothers & Sisters, the Kracker Beez & Over Easy, as they merge together for a special blend of talent and music for this New Year’s party. Say farewell to the old year with classic favorites, and dance the night away with old tunes, plus hit standards, pop and rock songs for an eclectic mix of music from yesterday and today. Due to a need to plan for refreshments and seating, registration is required for this event, so please call Liz at ext. 39930 no later than Dec. 12 to attend. If you have transportation needs, be sure to note your pick-up location.

SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS

For more information, call ext. 33106.

Mondays, 9:30 a.m.

Bible Study, Lodge Multipurpose Room

Mondays, 9:30 a.m. Handbell Choir Practice, Sell Chapel

Mondays, 10:45 a.m. Kate’s Bell Choir (Training), Sell Chapel

Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Women’s Chorus Rehearsal, Sell Chapel

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Sell Chapel Choir Rehearsal, Grand Lodge Hall Solarium Please note: Dec. 13 practice will be held in Sell Chapel

Wednesdays, 2 p.m.

Mid-week Service Broadcast, Channel 956 Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.

Men’s Chorus Rehearsal, Sell Chapel Thursdays, 2 p.m. Bible Study, Keystone Room Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Vespers, GLH Solarium

Fridays, 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, James Buchanan All Purpose Room

Thurs., Dec. 1, 10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (Women’s Group), Keystone Room

Sun., Dec. 4 and 11, 8:15 & 10 a.m.

Mon., Dec. 5, 3 p.m.

Tues., Dec. 6, 1:30 p.m.

Fri., Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.

Mon., Dec. 12, 2 p.m.

Worship Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956

Prayer Circle, Sell Chapel Parlor

Instrumental Group Rehearsal, Deike Auditorium

Special Singles, Keystone Room

Sell Chapel Book Club, Sell Chapel Parlor We will be discussing “While Justice Sleeps” by Stacy Abrams

Tues., Dec. 13, 8 a.m.

Men’s Freemasonry Discussion Group, Brossman Ballroom

All Choirs Rehearsal, Deike Auditorium Wed., Dec. 14, 11 a.m.

Tues., Dec. 13, 10 a.m.

Instrumental Group Rehearsal, Deike Auditorium Thurs., Dec. 15, 1:30 p.m. All Choirs Rehearsal, Deike Auditorium Sun., Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m.

Christmas Cantata, Deike Auditorium Please note: one worship service this day.

Longest Night Service, Sell Chapel Fri., Dec. 23, 2 p.m. Shabbat, Conoy Conference Room Sat., Dec. 24, 7 p.m.

Tues., Dec. 20, 2 p.m.

Christmas Eve Service at Sell Chapel Sun., Dec. 25, 9:30 a.m.

Christmas Day Worship Service, Sell Chapel

SOCIAL AND GAMES

Mondays, 9 a.m. Cornhole, Brossman Ballroom, Salon IV

Mondays, 1 p.m. Mahjong, Patton Campus Lobby

Mondays, 3 p.m. Scrabble for Fun, Keystone Room

Mondays, 6 p.m. Mahjong, Sycamore South Rec. Room

Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Contract Bridge, Keystone Room Players wanted. Call Bob Habig at ext. 14546 for more information.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge, Keystone Room This ACBL sanctioned game is $8.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym

Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Shuffleboard, Brossman Ballroom, Salon II

Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Wii Bowling, GLH Solarium

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Cornhole, Brossman Salon IV

Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym

Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Pinochle, Keystone Room

Thursdays, 9 a.m. Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Mahjong, Smith North Rec. Room For more information, call Denise Koch at ext. 13984.

Fridays, 10 a.m. Ceramics, Smith North Ceramics Room

Fridays, 1 p.m. Mahjong, GLH Square (lobby outside of the GLH Shoppe) For more information, call Denise Koch at ext. 13984.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m.

8 Ball Billiards, JB East Game Room Call Paul Weaver, ext. 15186, for more details.

Fri., Dec. 2, 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956

Sat., Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Bingo, Keystone Room Wed., Dec. 7, 1:30 p.m. Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe) Sun., Dec. 11, 5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social, Keystone Room Fri., Dec. 16, 2 p.m.

Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956 Fri., Dec. 16, 3 p.m.

Tree of Life Social (formerly Resident Happy Hour), Keystone Room

Free drinks for donations to the Tree of Life. Mon., Dec. 19, 6 p.m. Horseracing, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III Wed., Dec. 21, 1:30 p.m. Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe) Fri., Dec. 23, 6:30 p.m. Holiday Trivia Night with Bob Reigh, Lodge Multipurpose Room

Holiday gift items and refreshments will be available for this special trivia night.

Tues., Dec. 27, 6 p.m. Bingo, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III Wed., Dec. 28, 1 – 3 p.m. December Birthday Party Drop-in, GLH Studio B

NEW TAI CHI CLUB

The first meeting will take place on Fri., Jan. 6 at 9 a.m. To learn more about Tai Chi and the club, please call Pat Garfunkel at 717-366-4420 or Carolyn Snyder at 717-287-2169.

Morning Stretch, Keystone Room

MEETINGS AND CLUBS

Mondays, 1 p.m. Masonic Village Piece Makers Quilting Group, Sycamore North Rec. Room

Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Line Dancing Class, Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Classes for the Curious, GLH Life Long Learning Center Classes will cover World Changing Inventions.

Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. Social Hour Discussion Group, Recreation Center Studio A Join friends as they discuss anything and everything in this lively discussion hour. Call ext. 39930 for a monthly list of subjects.

Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Craft Group Meeting, JB Craft Room

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. The Inquisitives, Zoom This group takes a look at some of America’s social problems. Everyone is invited. To receive a link to the Zoom meeting, please send an email to MVE.Inquisitives@yahoo.com.

Wednesdays, 3 p.m.

Knit, Crochet & Needlework Circle, Franklin’s Press

Bring your handiwork to enjoy while socializing. Contact Joy, ext. 15236, with questions.

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. MV Knitters, JB Lobby

Fridays, 10 a.m. Ceramics Club, Smith North Ceramics Room Interested? Call Edith Kane at ext. 79538.

Fridays, 10 a.m. Music Merrymakers Rehearsal, GLH Solarium New members are welcome to join this fun singing group! Please note: This month, rehearsal will only be Dec. 2 and 9.

Saturdays, 9 a.m. Busy Bees Coloring Club, Event Planning Lobby

Please bring your own coloring books and supplies. Contact Linda Semler, ext. 13845, with questions.

Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, 1 – 3 p.m.

Art Studio and Gallery

The theme for our new exhibit is “Celebrate.” It will be on display through December. We hope you will drop in and see our members’ artwork representing this theme.

Thurs., Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m. MVE Resident Association Meeting, Deike Auditorium Thurs., Dec. 1, 1 p.m. Book Club Meeting with the Village Bookies, GLH Conoy Conference Room. This month’s book is ”Wonder” by R J Palacio. Thurs., Dec. 1, 1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group, Facilitated by Masonic Village social workers, this group is designed for retirement living residents who are currently caregivers to someone in their home. Thurs., Dec. 1, 7 p.m.

Fri., Dec. 2, 1:30 p.m.

Order of the Eastern Star Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

Penn State Grey Lions, Lodge Multipurpose Room Plan to join us for our annual Penn State Christmas Holiday Celebration. After a brief meeting, there will be sweet treats, entertainment and holiday fellowship.

Model Railroad Club Open House Sat., Dec. 3, 11:30 a.m.

Sat., Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Social Order of Beauceant, Masonic Lodge Room Sun., Dec. 4, 2 – 4 p.m. Model Railroad Club Open House Sun., Dec. 4, 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room Mon., Dec. 5, Noon High 12 Club, Patton Campus Dining Room

Please note: This is Ladies Day.

Mon., Dec. 5, 1:30 p.m. Aviation Interest Group, Keystone Room Aircraft navigation, old and new, will be discussed.

Tues., Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m. Nurses Club Meeting, Keystone Room

Tues., Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Meeting, Railroad Club Building

Wed., Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Indoor Program, GLH Studio B Garden related intergenerational education and fun with our U-GRO students and residents

Thurs., Dec. 8, 9 a.m.

In-home Services Information Session, Sycamore South Learn about a variety of inhome and community-based services at Masonic Village to optimize overall independence.

Thurs., Dec. 8, 4:30 p.m. Sojourners Meeting, If you would like to join the Sojourners, contact resident Jack Heinze at ext. 15417. Meetings are held in the Harrisburg Scottish Rite Cathedral. Pick-up location for this meeting will be the FCC.

S aturday, Dec. 10,

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Model Railroad Club Open House

Mon., Dec. 12, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, FCC Atrium Mon., Dec. 12, 10 a.m. Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Mon., Dec. 12, 2 – 3 p.m.

Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, Keystone Room Mon., Dec. 12 Bereavement Social Group

This group is for those who have lost a loved one over two years ago. Please call to reserve your spot. We will give you the location and time when you call the Hospice Bereavement Office to RSVP at ext. 33576.

Tues., Dec. 13, 11 a.m.

Astronomy Club Meeting, GLH Life Long Learning Center Call ext. 15346 or 15521 for more information. Tues., Dec. 13, 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting, Salon III & IV Wed., Dec. 14, 2 p.m. Genealogy Workshop, Life Long Learning Center Thurs., Dec. 15 Bereavement Support Group Support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one in the last two years. Please call the Hospice Bereavement Office at ext. 33576 to reserve your spot.

Thurs., Dec. 15, 10 a.m.

Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Keystone Room Thurs., Dec. 15, 1 p.m.

Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Brossman Ballroom Salon II Sat., Dec. 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Model Railroad Club Open House Sun., Dec. 18, 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room Mon., Dec. 19, 7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room Tues., Dec. 20, 4:30 p.m.

Shrine Club Meeting, Brossman Ballroom Salon I Mon., Dec. 26, 10 a.m.

Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Mon., Feb. 6, 10 a.m.

MV Travel Club, Keystone Room All residents are invited to join. Annual dues are $5. Upcoming trips: Panama Canal Cruise, Jan. 16 – Feb. 1, 2023; PA and West Virginia Treasures, May 16 – 20, 2023; National Parks, July 7 – 18, 2023; Vermont, September 2023; and Dickens of a Christmas (Wellsboro), December 2023. Contact resident Ann Berger at 361-5170 for information and rates.

CALENDAR KEY

Off Campus Excursions

Standard Trips

COFFEES

Other

BB Brossman Ballroom

BN Brown Building

BPL Brossman Parking Lot

CC Courtyard Café

CCR Conoy Conference Room

DA Deike Auditorium

FCC-AT Freemasons Cultural Center Atrium

FP Franklin’s Press

GGT Goose and Gridiron Tavern

LLL Life Long Learning Center

LMR Lodge Multipurpose Room

GLH-SO Grand Lodge Hall Solarium

MHCC-R Roosevelt Assembly Room

MLR Masonic Lodge Room

KR Keystone Room

LE Louis Eisenlohr

PCDR Patton Campus Dining Room

SC Sell Chapel

SM-N Smith North

SYC-N Sycamore North

SYC-S Sycamore South

VA Village Apartments

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1:15 p.m. Nutcracker

Ballet

2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting (MLR)

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Holiday Pet Pictures (KR)

12 p.m. High 12 (PCDR)

12:30 p.m. Walmart

1:30 p.m. Aviation Interest Group (KR)

3 p.m. Prayer Circle (SC)

10:30 a.m. Nurses Club (KR) 2 p.m. Myths and Legends and Santa Claus (GLH-SO) 7:30 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Meeting 11

1 - 3 p.m. Pictures with Santa (MV Farm Market) 3 p.m. Advent Festival 5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (KR)

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9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Card Sale (FCC-A)

10 a.m. Life Story Writing (GLH Star Points)

12:30 p.m. Park City Mall

2 – 3 p.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Card Sale (KR)

2 p.m. Sell Chapel Book Club 2 p.m. Music Merrymakers Christmas Concert (DA)

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9:30 a.m. Christmas Cantata (DA)

1 - 3 p.m. Pictures with Santa (MV Farm Market) 2:30 p.m. Wheatland

Chorale Holiday Concert

3 p.m. Suspect Sunday with Scott Baylor (KR) 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting (MLR)

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Christmas Day

9:30 a.m. Christmas Church Service (SC)

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12:30 p.m. Park City Mall, Dollar Tree, TJ Maxx, JoAnn Fabric, Ollies

2 p.m. Jay Smar’s Ol’ Tyme Country Christmas Show (KR)

2 p.m. Movie Showing (DA)

6 p.m. Horseracing (BB Salon III) 7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting

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10 a.m. Life Story Writing (GLH Star Points)

2 p.m. Movie Showing (DA)

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8 a.m. Freemasonry Discussion Group (BB) 11 a.m. Astronomy Club (LLL) 2 p.m. Supporting Parkinson’s (LLL) 2 p.m. Gentlemen Singers Holiday Concert (DA) 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting (BB Salon II & IV)

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4:30 p.m. Shrine Club Meeting (BB Salon I) 12:30 p.m. Walmart 2 p.m. Longest Night Service (SC)

7 p.m. Vocal Harmonix (DA)

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6 p.m. Bingo (BB Salon III)

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9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Program (GLH Studio B)

10:30 a.m. Year-End Tax Planning Resident Workshop (KR)

10:45 a.m. Dutch Apple

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9:15 a.m. National Christmas Center 2 p.m. Genealogy Workshop (LLL)

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8:30 a.m. Hobby Lobby

9:30 a.m. MVE Resident Association Meeting (DA)

10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (KR)

1 p.m. Village Bookies (CCR)

1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group (CC)

2 p.m. Double Keyed (DA) 7 p.m. OES Meeting (BB Salons III & IV)

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9 a.m. In-home Services Info Session (SYC-S)

10:30 a.m. Culhane’s Steak House 4:30 p.m. Sojourners Meeting

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11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Elaine’s Angel Pin Sale (CH Lobby)

1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions (LMR) 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)

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10:30 a.m. Special Singles (KR)

2 p.m. Myths and Legends and Santa Claus (KR) 5:15 p.m. Christmas Wonderland Show

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11:30 a.m. Social Order of Beauceant (MLR)

12:45 p.m. LBC Christmas Concert

2 p.m. Bingo (KR)

2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House 7 p.m. A Jazzy Christmas (DA)

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10 A.M. COFFEE TALK WITH MIKE ROWE (KR)

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8:30 a.m. ALDI Discount Groceries

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7 – 11 a.m. Treichler Lodge Pancake Breakfast (BB)

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Model Railroad Open House

10 a.m. - Noon Farm Market (FCC) 2 p.m. Encore Band Holiday Concert (DA)

2 - 4 p.m. Farm Market (KR) 5:45 p.m. A Christmas Carol

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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Model Railroad Open House

1 P.M. COFFEE TALK WITH MIKE ROWE (BB, SALON II)

2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)

3 p.m. Tree of Life Social (KR)

12 p.m. Wreaths Across America (MV Cemetery) 2 p.m. Wreaths Across America (Sell Columbarium) 6:30 p.m. Susquehanna Chorale 21

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10:15 a.m. Roxie’s Chatter Box and Rhoads Gift Shop

1 p.m. Geriactors Holiday Performance (KR)

9 a.m. Wegman’s Market

7 p.m. Celtic Christmas Concert (DA)

1 p.m. Geriactors Holiday Performance (GLH-SO)

2 p.m. Jim Correnti’s Holiday Piano Concert (KR)

2 p.m. Shabbat (CCR)

6:30 p.m. Trivia Night with Bob Reigh (LMR)

7 p.m. Christmas Eve Service (SC) 28

9 a.m. Philadelphia Museum of Art - Matisse in the 1930s

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12:30 p.m. Dollar General 30

7:05 p.m. Musical Showing: New Year’s Eve in Vienna (DA)

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9 p.m. New Year’s Eve Party (BB)

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 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. Group exercise classes are broadcast on MVTV Monday through Friday, in the morning.

Please pay and purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center. Punch cards are a way to pay as you attend classes. You will receive the option of attending 10 classes per punch card, and punch cards are available for $35 each. For questions, call 717-361-5699.

SilverSneakers® Classic

TUES. & THURS., 9 - 9:45 A.M. Brossman Ballroom, Salon I (Check with your insurance for coverage)

This universal class is designed to improve agility, balance, coordination and functional capabilities. Non-SilverSneakers® members pay $3.50 per class (punch card available for purchase).

Hatha Yoga

MON., 3:30 P.M., & WED., 10:15 A.M. Lodge Meeting Room Punch card available This is an ongoing class. We will be on our wrists, arms and knees for certain postures. We will also focus on single leg postures. To prevent injury, if you are not comfortable with any of the above, be prepared to modify based on the suggestions the instructor provides.

Participate in our various classes to improve your physical fitness, social connections, mental health and cognitive abilities.

Breathe

TUES., 9:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room Punch card available

Enjoy this 45-minute slow, free-flowing movement class to enhance energy, balance and mind-body connection.

SWEAT – New Class!

TUES. & THURS., 10:15 – 11 A.M. Brossman Ballroom, Salon I Punch card available

This class will consist of circuit training, including strength and stretching one day, and cardio and core on the second day. Class starts Nov. 1.

Supporting Parkinson’s Disease through Nutrition and Exercise

TUES., DEC. 13, 2 P.M. Life Long Learning Center Supporting Parkinson’s is back! Join us for this informational and supportive group every other month.

Water Walking

MON., WED., & FRI., JAN. 4 – FEB. 22, 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 for the whole series or punch card

Low-impact class using a variety of steps, speeds and arm movements to increase the effectiveness of this workout. It also includes exercises for strength and flexibility. Call ext. 33783 to register Dec. 13 – 27.

Wave Runners

MON., WED., & FRI., JAN. 4 – FEB. 22, 10:30 – 11:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$77 for the whole series or punch card

Low- to moderate-intensity class with an emphasis on cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility. Activities include water walking/jogging, standing aerobic combinations, strengthening exercises using resistive equipment and stretching exercises. Call ext. 33783 to register Dec. 13 – 27.

H.I.I.T

TUES. & THURS., JAN. 3 – FEB. 16, 8:30

– 9:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 for the whole series or punch card

Jump start your day with this 45-minute shallow water workout. This class allows you to set goals, improve your aerobic capacity, increase your metabolism and build a healthier heart. You will vary your pace and how hard you work – push your limit, then drop back into your comfort zone, then do it again! Rev it up, recover, repeat! Call ext. 33783 to register Dec. 13 – 27.

Aqua Fit

TUES. & THUR., JAN. 3 – FEB. 16, 9:30

– 10:15 A.M.

Patton Pool

$49 for the whole series or punch card

Have a blast while getting a total body workout!

Build your cardio fitness, strengthen your core and improve your muscle tone and flexibility with this invigorating shallow water class. You will be kept moving with a variety of activities such as water walking, jogging and strengthening exercises with resistive equipment. Call ext. 33783 to register Dec. 13 – 27.

Flohr Pool – Open Pool Time

MONDAY – THURSDAY, 1 – 4 P.M.

Must show MVP card for entry to pool and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Open pool. Capacity is eight people in the water. Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for additional comfort and includes a 6-foot deep well. Spa is heated to 100 degrees.

Patton Pool – Open Swim/ Lap Swim

MONDAY – FRIDAY, NOON – 6 P.M.

Must show MVP card for entry to pool and swipe in with key tag issued by the Baird Wellness Center. Four Lanes available for lap swim and two lanes for open swim.

ATTENTION BAIRD WELLNESS CENTER MEMBERS:

The following memberships will be expiring at the Baird Wellness Center on Dec. 31, 2022:

SilverSneakers® Silver&Fit® Renew Active®

To reactivate your Baird Wellness Center membership:

STEP 1: Please verify with your insurance company that you are/will be enrolled in one of the above Medicare Fitness programs as of Jan. 1, 2023

STEP 2: Contact the Baird Wellness Center to activate your 2023 membership.

*NEW FOR 2023*

If your fitness insurance coverage is changing to Renew Active®, you must contact your provider to obtain a member code, which starts with the letter “A,” and submit it to the Baird Wellness Center.

DINING

National Pie Day

THURSDAY, DEC. 1

Restaurant at Clubhouse

Entrée special for the day will be cottage pie (similar to shepherd’s pie), and we’ll feature assorted pies on the dessert bar.

National Biscuits & Gravy Day

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall Sample biscuits and gravy at breakfast and lunch today.

Candlelight Dinner

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14

Restaurant at Clubhouse

Celebrate our spectacular annual holiday event at this reservation-required dinner. Look for your personal invitation with menu details and reservation information.

National Fried Shrimp Day

National Cookie Day

SUNDAY, DEC. 4

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Enjoy assorted cookies on the brunch dessert buffet table and additional cookie dessert options at dinner.

Holiday Magic Dinner

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Celebrate our spectacular annual holiday event at this reservation-required dinner. Look for your personal invitation with menu details and reservation information.

Lager Beer Day

SATURDAY, DEC. 10

Restaurant at Clubhouse

Food special of the day is a Brewhouse burger with bacon, beer cheese and onion tanglers. All Yuengling will be on sale for $2, and a special lager will also be offered.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall Fried shrimp will be offered as an entrée special at both lunch and dinner.

Christmas Eve – Oyster Stew

SATURDAY, DEC. 24

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall & Restaurant at Clubhouse Enjoy traditional Christmas Eve oyster stew at our restaurants.

Christmas

SUNDAY, DEC. 25

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall & Restaurant at Clubhouse

A special holiday meal will be served. Look for a memo with the menus and reservation details.

RESTAURANT LOCATIONS:

Clubhouse 14506 Grand Lodge Hall 33303

CRAFTS

Express your creativity and pick up a new hobby!

Craft classes are open to all retirement living residents. Call ext. 33277 to reserve a place in class.

HANDBUILDING CLAY

GLH Studio C

$5 - $10 Thursdays, Dec. 1 & 8 1:15 – 3:30 p.m.

CERAMICS CLASSES

GLH Studio C $5 Every Tuesday

Class I: 8:30 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

DECORATIVE CHRISTMAS WREATHS

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, Dec. 1 Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m. RSVP by Nov. 30

HOLIDAY CRAFT OF CHOICE

Select from various craft projects for the Christmas holiday.

GLH Studio B $6 Thursday, Dec. 8 Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

DECORATIVE CHRISTMAS LANTERNS

GLH Studio B $6

Thursday, Dec. 15 Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m. RSVP by Dec. 8

LIVE CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS

GLH Studio B $6

Thursday, Dec. 22

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m. Class II: 1 – 3 p.m. RSVP by Dec. 1

STANDARD TRIPS

Sign up Nov. 21, 8 a.m., at the GLH Trans. Desk

Please call the GLH Transportation Desk for the Elizabethtown Shuttle 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, call the operator (0), and the bus driver will be notified. Desk closes during lunch. Please note: reservations are not accepted until the first day of sign-ups.

DATE LOCATION

PICK-UP RETURN

8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Mon., Dec. 5 Walmart, Palmyra

Thurs., Dec. 1 Hobby Lobby, Lancaster

12:30 p.m. 4 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 8 Lunch Trip: Culhane’s Steak House, New Cumberland 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Mon., Dec. 12 Park City Mall

12:30 p.m. 4 p.m. Fri., Dec. 16 ALDI Grocery Discount Mart, located in Lancaster. Please bring your own shopping bags with you and a quarter for a shopping cart. (They do have bags available for purchase.)

8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Mon., Dec. 19 Park City Mall, Dollar Tree, T.J. Maxx, JoAnn Fabric and Ollies, Lancaster 12:30 p.m. 4 p.m. Tues., Dec. 20 Walmart, Palmyra 12:30 p.m. 4 p.m. Wed., Dec. 21 Lunch Trip: Roxie’s Chatter Box, Hummelstown. After lunch, enjoy shopping at Rhoads Hallmark & Gift Shop.

10:15 a.m. 3 p.m.

Thurs., Dec. 22 Wegman’s Market, Lancaster 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 29 Dollar General 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m.

RECURRING SCHEDULE Call ext. 33205

Every Tuesday, Wednesday & 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 GLH Transportation Desk at ext. 33205, the Clubhouse Information Desk at ext. 14512 or Recreation at ext. 14509. The Elizabethtown Shuttle provides transportation to various destinations in Elizabethtown, including but not limited to: GIANT, Weis, CVS and Family Dollar.

For excursions with a cost associated with them, payments accepted are cash and check. Please make checks payable to “Masonic Village.” Send all payments to the RTL Activities Office, James Buchanan Clubhouse, unless stated otherwise.

EXCURSIONS

Sign up Nov. 21, 9 a.m., at the Clubhouse Info. Desk

Trust & Performing Arts Center presents “Repeat the Sounding Joy” - LBC’S Christmas Concert

SATURDAY, DEC. 3

Pick-Up: 12:45 p.m. FCC, 1 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 4 p.m.

Freewill offering

An annual college tradition, the 2022 Christmas Concert features several LBC ensembles in a performance that weaves together a wide variety of Advent and Christmas songs. This program is scheduled for 2 p.m. and is located at the Lancaster Bible College in the Good Shepherd Chapel. A freewill offering will be accepted.

Christmas Wonderland 2022 Presents “A Reason to Sing”

FRIDAY, DEC. 9

Pick-Up: 5:15 p.m. FCC, 5:30 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 10 p.m. Cost: $15

Enter the world of the Beckett family of Cranberry Ridge, New Hampshire. The year is 1895. Snow is falling. You can smell homemade pies and roasted chestnuts and hear the sounds of Christmas down the cobblestone streets of this quaint little town. Music is a large part of Stephen Beckett’s life. In fact, he is a singer of great renown in his community. Watch when circumstances try to take his passion for music away and how an unexpected loved one helps him hang onto his reason to sing. As always, you will enjoy beautiful music and dance, lots of laughter and a live nativity. And, although this story takes place more than 100 years ago, you will find some things never change: the love of family, importance of friends and a God who loves us enough to send His son to be born in a manger. Performance begins at 7 p.m. at Christian Life Assembly in Camp Hill.

Servant Stage presents

“A Christmas Carol”

SATURDAY, DEC. 10

Pick-Up: 5:45 p.m. Clubhouse, 6 p.m. FCC Return: 9 p.m.

Freewill offering

A faithful rendition of the timeless holiday tale of redemption, charity and the Spirit of Christmas, this performance follows the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and his fantastical journey through Christmas past, present and future. This production is scheduled for 7 p.m., and is located at the Lancaster Alliance Church.

An Advent Festival of Lessons & Carols

SUNDAY, DEC. 11

Pick-Up: 3 p.m. Clubhouse, 3:15 p.m. FCC Return: 6 p.m.

Freewill offering

Based on the traditional Festival of Lessons and Carols at King’s College in Cambridge, this service features music and scripture focusing on the prophecy and annunciation of the birth of Jesus. Led by the Chancel Choir of Christ Lutheran and featuring guest musicians, this service is the perfect way to begin your Christmas celebrations. This program is located at the Christ Lutheran Church in Elizabethtown and is scheduled for 4 p.m.

The National Christmas Center Experience

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14

Pick-Up: 9:15 a.m. Clubhouse, 9:30 a.m. FCC Return: 12 p.m. Cost: $18

This center, located in Middletown, has over 18,000 square of nostalgic Christmas décor in lights, trees, stores and more! Buildings reaching 17 feet in height replicate the streets of Columbia, Pennsylvania, decked out in 1950s Christmas themes. Take in more than 1,000 nativities from around the world Tour is scheduled for 10 a.m. RSVP by Dec. 7.

EXCURSIONS

Susquehanna Chorale Presents Candlelight Christmas

SATURDAY, DEC. 17

Pick-Up: 6:30 p.m. FCC, 6:45 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 10 p.m. Cost: $27

It’s time to sound the trumpet, light the tree and gather for a holiday celebration with the Susquehanna Chorale. Traditional songs and carols follow, including an audience singalong of Mack Wilberg’s “Joy to the World” with brass and organ. And, as lights are dimmed and candles glow, the Chorale will surround the audience for the traditional finale, “Silent Night.” Concert is scheduled from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. and is located at Leffler Chapel. RSVP by Dec. 1.

Wheatland Chorale Holiday Concert:

“Nativity Carols”

SUNDAY, DEC. 18

Pick-Up: 2:30 p.m. Clubhouse, 2:45 p.m. FCC Return: 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $10

Escape from the ordinary with a performance by the Wheatland Chorale, which is known throughout the region for its shimmering sound under artistic director Eric R. Riley. Their holiday concert series is entitled “Nativity Carols.” This stunning concert features the 50-voice Wheatland Chorale, accompanied by organ, piano, harp and oboe. This concert is scheduled from 4 – 6 p.m. and is located at the Neffsville Mennonite Church in Lancaster.

Philadelphia Museum

– Matisse in the 1930s

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28

of Art

Pick-up: 9 a.m. FCC Return: 6 p.m. Cost: $25 (Lunch stop on own) Visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art to see the Matisee Exhibition for our timed entry at 1:30 p.m. Learn how Henri Matisse had achieved significant international renown by 1930, yet he found himself in a deep creative slump. The turning point came in the fall of that year with a commission to decorate the main gallery of the Barnes Foundation, then located in a suburb of Philadelphia. The resulting monumental mural, The Dance (1930–33), turned Matisse’s artistic practice around. The exhibition also addresses the methods of working that renewed Matisse’s style, as well as his modern renderings of mythological themes from antiquity. This trip is sponsored by the Lifelong Discovery Fund.

Dutch Apple presents “Murder on the Orient Express”

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25

Pick-Up: 10:30 a.m. Clubhouse, 10:45 a.m. FCC Return: 4 p.m. $69

MODERATE WALKING

EXTENSIVE WALKING STEPS

REGISTER ON VILLAGE CONNECT

All aboard on the Orient Express as it journeys through 1930s Europe. Surprisingly full for this time of year, the luxurious train halts to a stop just after midnight, one passenger fewer, when an American tycoon is found dead. Locked in from inside and secluded by snowdrift on the train tracks, the largerthan-life characters must rely on detective Hercules Poirot as he races to identify the killer before they strike again. Agatha Christie’s plot-twist masterpiece will keep you guessing. Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet before the show. RSVP by Jan. 4.

ORDER DEADLINES:

Holiday packages to be shipped: Dec. 10

Christmas pies and cookies: Dec. 17

Stop by for pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus in the sleigh

Sunday, Dec. 11, 1 – 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, 1 - 3 p.m. Bring your own camera, or we will provide an instant pic for $3.

No sitting fee; however, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elves are collecting cash donations for MS FitEffect, which improves life for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Bring your wish list for Santa and letters to be sent to the North Pole, including those from children you know. If you include a return address, you’ll receive an answer back from Santa. Keep in mind, Santa will be checking the naughty/nice list very closely. No pets in the Farm Market, please.

FARM MARKET HOURS

THROUGH DEC. 23 :

Thursday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, Noon – 4 p.m.

OPEN DAY BEFORE THANKSGIVING: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY

OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE:

Saturday, Dec. 24, 9 A.M. – 1 p.m. CLOSING DEC. 24, AT 1 P.M., THROUGH JAN. 5.

WINTER HOURS BEGIN JAN. 6: Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.