Elizabethtown Village Living - March 2024

“Were you there?”

The Inspiring Story of the Last Supper

ON-CAMPUS

OFF-CAMPUS

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Destinations to Explore

Destinations to Explore continues in March as we focus on Great Britain, including Ireland, Scotland and Wales. We’ll discover traditions, music, facts, folklore and flavors. Look for events to enjoy and explore this region’s delights. Next month, we’ll “visit” Spain.

Luck O’ the Irish

Thursday, March 7, 9 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.

GLH STUDIO B

Design your own door decoration with a variety of St. Paddy’s Day flowers and themed items. RSVP by March 4.

Dennis Strain’s Irish Tales

Friday, March 15, 2 p.m.

GLH SOLARIUM

Ireland has a rich tradition of warm tales for its long winter nights: fairy tales that haunt, leprechaun tales that delight, wonder tales that teach and amuse and ancient myths that rend the heart. Storyteller Dennis Strain samples each tradition. Program repeated on March 18 at 2 p.m. in the Keystone Room.

Irish Specials

Sunday, March 17

CLUBHOUSE RESTAURANT

Various Irish specials will be on the menu today, including corned beef and cabbage and potatoes and an Irish cream sundae for dessert.

Seasons Family Band

Friday, March 8, 7 p.m.

DEIKE AUDITORIUM

The bright, clear sounds of the harp and hammered dulcimer, vocals, mandolin, fiddle, Irish flute, guitar and Irish drum lend gentleness and grace to favorite Celtic and Irish music by Seasons Family Band.

St. Patrick’s Day Music with the O’Henrys Trio

Sunday, March 17, 7 p.m

KEYSTONE ROOM

The trio of Henry Koretzky, Mike Henry and Ken Gehret will have Irish eyes smiling and toes tapping with their Irish and Celtic music.

Jay Smar: Irish Music

Monday, March 25, 2 p.m.

KEYSTONE ROOM

Armed with two guitars, baritone vocals, a claw-hammer banjo and fiddling, as well as flat-footin’ (a form of clog dancing), Jay Smar will feature familiar Irish singa-longs and traditional Irish music.

FEATURED EVENTS

Please call ext. 33205 to register for transportation to evening events.

Hershey Parkside Harmony

SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

This award-winning, 50-voice male a cappella group will recreate familiar tunes from artists like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel and more. Their show will feature close-harmony quartets and music from pop to doo-wop and Barbershop to Broadway!

Archaeology in Space

TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 10 A.M.

Keystone Room

From TV shows like “Star Trek” to movies such as “Forbidden Planet,” future outer space exploration in science fiction normally included archaeologists. NASA also has an archaeology office but conducts no interplanetary archaeology. What the space agency conducts is Earth archaeology from above. Learn how extraterrestrial platforms, like satellites, are discovering ancient cities, environments and land use with radar, penetrating photography and other technologies. Instructed by Dr. Robert Wheelersburg.

Seasons Family Band

FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

The bright, clear sounds of the harp and hammered dulcimer, vocals, mandolin, fiddle, Irish flute, guitar and Irish drum lend gentleness and grace to favorite Celtic and Irish music by Seasons Family Band. The family band is dedicated to writing and performing music that will delight, inspire and rejuvenate others, whatever the season of their lives. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Classes for the Curious: Life Lessons from the Great Myths

TUESDAYS, STARTING MARCH 12, 10 A.M.

Life Long Learning Center

This class intends to change the way we think about the greatest stories ever told. It will explore individuals and events that so gripped civilizations, they transcended to the level of myth, from the battlefields of Alexander the Great to the conquests of Napoleon Bonaparte to the drama of the American West. Attend one or every session, presented by Dr. J. Rufus Fears, former University of Oklahoma classics professor, and facilitated by resident John Hope.

Spring Pet Picture Day

TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 1 – 3 P.M.

GLH Solarium

The Masonic Village Pet Club is offering pictures for retirement living residents. You may choose one of our dogs for your portrait, or bring your own pet (must be leashed). There’s no charge, but a donation is appreciated. Our photographer is campus favorite, Mick McCurdy. The cost is $5 and registration is required by calling Rhonda Conaway at ext. 33277.

Basic Functions of Using An iPad

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 10 A.M.

Life Long Learning Center

We’ll cover everything from navigating the interface to essential apps and settings. Explore the incredible possibilities of your device in a friendly, non-judgmental environment. Class will be repeated on Wednesday, March 27, at 2 p.m., in the Keystone Room.

Classic Jazz in Four Hands: Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi

THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Don’t miss this spectacular double pianist performance, featuring selections from the swing, stride piano and blues repertoires, and classics from Broadway and Hollywood. Pioneers in the use of four-hand piano in jazz, Stephanie and Paolo have earned widespread success with their arrangements. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Glenn Miller, One-man Band

THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 7 P.M.

Keystone Room

Named after the famous big band leader, Glenn started performing at the age of 10. The arsenal of instruments he plays includes custom accordions, trumpets, harmonicas, trombone, flugelhorn and more. Glenn’s unique blend of music and comedy is sure to entertain. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Bluebird Presentation

FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 10 A.M.

Keystone Room

Dr. Dean Rust, president of the Bluebird Society of PA, currently monitors over 21 bluebird trails and 450 nest boxes in Lancaster, York, Dauphin and Chester counties. He reached a lifetime goal of 1,000 fledged bluebirds, with 1,158 bluebirds fledged in 2021 and 1,120 bluebirds in 2022. Join Dean to learn about the bluebirds in your backyard!

Films Scored by Composer

Henry Mancini

FRIDAYS, STARTING MARCH 15, 1 – 4:30 P.M.

Williamson Multimedia Room, Patton Campus

$10

Henry Mancini was a master at blending jazz, classical and pop music in his iconic film compositions. Class 1: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (1961); Class 2: “Days of Wine and Roses” (1962); Class 3: “Pink Panther (1963); and Class 4: “Arabesque” (1966). Cindy Rose, humanities, arts and film professor at Harrisburg Area Community College, will instruct. Class meets March 15 and 22, and April 5 and 12. Call ext. 14509 to register.

Rollator Clinic

FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1 – 3 P.M.

Sycamore South

Have your rollator walker tuned up for spring. We also have rollators available for little or no cost to you.

Dennis Strain’s Irish Tales

FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2 P.M.

GLH Solarium

Ireland has a rich tradition of warm tales for its long winter nights: fairy tales that haunt, leprechaun tales that delight, wonder tales that teach and amuse and ancient myths that rend the heart. Storyteller Dennis Strain samples each tradition, in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. This program will be repeated on Monday, March 18, at 2 p.m., in the Keystone Room.

FEATURED EVENTS

Please call ext. 33205 to register for transportation to evening events.

Village Encore Band Spring Concert: Let’s Celebrate March

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

March is the harbinger of spring, which invigorates renewed energy and celebrates St. Patrick’s Day, International Women’s Day and Easter. Enjoy music reflecting the month’s feelings and events.

St. Patrick’s Day Music with the O’Henrys Trio

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 7 P.M.

Keystone Room

The trio of Henry Koretzky, Mike Henry and Ken Gehret will have Irish eyes smiling and toes tapping with their Irish and Celtic music. Various instruments, including mandolin, mandocello, hammered dulcimer and more, create beautiful traditional music from the Emerald Isle. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

How Memory Works and Why Your Brain Remembers Wrong

MONDAYS, MARCH 18 – APRIL 22, 1 – 2:30 P.M.

Life Long Learning Center

Everything we experience in this life is an interpretation of signals received, assembled and reassembled by our brain. The pliability — and even unreliability — of our memory is no accident. Learn how each of the obvious negatives of our memory has a flip side that supports our ability to survive and thrive. Resident John Hope is the facilitator. Call ext. 14509 to register.

Banned Books, Burned Books: Forbidden Literary Works, Part I

MONDAYS, MARCH 18 – APRIL 22, 2:30 – 4 P.M.

Life Long Learning Center

Author and book critic professor Maureen Corrigan will cover some of the most challenged and controversial works of literature, from the plays of Shakespeare to 21st century best sellers to the dictionary. Resident John Hope is the facilitator. Call ext. 14509 to register.

Music Merrymakers Spring Concert

TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

The Music Merrymakers herald the season with an eclectic mix of old time and new favorites, from love songs to fun songs, spring ballads to Irish ditties and more. Enjoy this variety of seasonal melodies just in time for spring!

Movie Showing: Sight and Sound’s “Jesus”

FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 7:05 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

From the streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, Jesus befriends outcasts and heals the hurting. He challenges social norms and confronts hypocrisy. The lives He touches will never be the same. Experience the actionpacked musical stage adventure that takes you on a miraculous journey. Run time is 127 minutes. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Music Makes the World Go Round – Organ Concert

SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2 P.M.

Sell Chapel

The Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star has planned an afternoon of uplifting organ music performed by Robert F. Trimble, Worthy Grand Patron., as a gift to Masonic Village residents. The concert will feature familiar songs, as well as special music from various guests. This concert is free, but a voluntary goodwill collection will benefit Dyslexia Centers of PA.

Bryan Wright, Ragtime

Piano Aficionado

SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Specializing in ragtime and early jazz piano styles, Bryan has performed and lectured on ragtime. With degrees in historical musicology from the College of William and Mary and the University of Pittsburgh, he has been featured at the country’s most prestigious jazz and ragtime festivals. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Jay Smar: Irish Music, Old n’ New

MONDAY, MARCH 25, 2 P.M.

Keystone Room

Critically acclaimed and award-winning folk musician Jay Smar returns with an “acoustic buffet” of music. Armed with two guitars, baritone vocals, a clawhammer banjo and fiddling, as well as flat-footin’ (a form of clog dancing), he will feature familiar Irish sing-a-longs and traditional Irish music.

Were You There?

THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 7 P.M.

Brossman Ballroom

Take a step back in time as Jesus and His Disciples gather for the Last Supper. Participate as Jesus offers the sacrament of Holy Communion, and hear the inspiring story of each disciple’s memories of how he came to follow Jesus. Meditate upon how you would have felt when asked, “Were you there?” To provide ample seating, RSVP to ext. 33106, or sign up at the Clubhouse Information Desk or the FCC Information Desk.

Good Friday

Concert Featuring the Victory Express

FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Victory Express is an award-winning family Southern Gospel singing group from Mount Joy. Ron Cornell and his family have been performing throughout the U.S. and abroad for over 40 years. Victory Express sings many of the wellknown songs from the past, as well as many chart-topping songs for a soul stirring experience. Call ext. 33205 to register for transportation.

Basic Ballroom Dance Instruction: The Tango

THURSDAYS, MARCH 14, in the Brossman Ballroom, Salon I AND MARCH 21 AND 28, in the Patton Campus Gymnasium

7 - 9 P.M.

$45 for the month

Please

SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS

For more information, call ext. 33106.

Sundays, 8:15 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Sunday, March 31, 6:30 a.m.

Worship Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956

Easter Sunrise Service, Trexler Terrace

Sunday, March 31, 8:15 a.m. and 10 a.m. Easter Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956

Mondays, 9 a.m. Handbell Choir, Sell Chapel

Mondays, 9:30 a.m. Bible Study, Conoy Conference Room

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Sell Chapel Choir

Rehearsal, Sell Chapel

Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. Women’s Chorus

Rehearsal, 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

No meeting March 28.

Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Hymn Sing and Devotion, GLH Solarium

No meeting March 28.

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

Mon., March 4, 3 p.m. Prayer Circle, Sell Chapel Parlor

Wed., March 6, 7 p.m. Community Lenten Service, St. Paul’s UMC Call ext. 33818 to register for transportation.

Mon., March 11, 10:30 a.m. Book Club, Sell Chapel Parlor

Tues., March 12, 9:30 a.m.

Sell Chapel Outreach Meeting, Sell Chapel Parlor

Wed., March 13, 10 a.m. Sell Chapel New Member Class, Sell Chapel Parlor

Wed., March 13, 7 p.m. Community Lenten Service, St. Peter’s Catholic Church Call ext. 33818 to register for transportation.

Thurs., March 14, 10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (Women’s Group), Keystone Room

Wed., March 20, 7 p.m. Community Lenten Service, Sell Chapel Call ext. 33818 to register for transportation.

Fri., March 22, 10:30 a.m.

Hope Finders, Keystone Room

Fri., March 22, 2 p.m. Shabbat, MHCC Meditation Chapel

Thurs., March 28, 2 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service, MHCC Roosevelt Assembly Room and Channel 956

Thurs., March 28, 7 p.m. Were You There?, Brossman Ballroom

Fri., March 29, 10:30 a.m. Good Friday Service, MHCC Roosevelt Assembly Room and Channel 956

Fri., March 29, 2 p.m. Good Friday Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956

SOCIAL AND GAMES

Mondays, 9 a.m. Cornhole, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

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

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

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 Ballroom, Salon II

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, 9 a.m. Bowling, Clearview Lanes, Mount Joy Transportation on your own.

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

Fridays, 1 p.m. Checkmate Chess Club, Brown Building

Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9 a.m. Morning Stretch, Keystone Room

BOUTIQUE Clearance Sale

Tues., Wed., Thurs., March 12, 13, 14

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Items are $0.25 each Ext. 77091

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

Sat., March 2, 2 p.m. Bingo, Keystone Room

Wed., March 6, 1:30 p.m. Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe)

Wed., March 6, 1:30 p.m.

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Contact Mike Berney at ext. 15787 for more information.

Fri., March 8, 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956

Sun., March 10, 5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social, Keystone Room

Fri., March 15, 3 p.m. Tree of Life Social, Keystone Room Free drinks for donations to the Tree of Life.

Fri., March 15, 6:30 p.m. Trivia Night with Bob Reigh, Lodge Multipurpose Room

Mon., March 18, 6:30 p.m. Horseracing, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

Wed., March 20, 1:30 p.m.

Wed., March 20, 1:30 p.m.

Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe)

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker

Contact Mike Berney at ext. 15787 for more information.

Fri., March 22, 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956

Sun., March 24, 2 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social, Franklin’s Press

Mon., March 25, 6:30 p.m. Bingo, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III

Wed., March 27, 1 – 3 p.m.

March Birthday Drop-in, GLH Studio B Call ext. 33277 to RSVP by March 21.

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 life lessons from the great myths.

Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. Social Hour Discussion Group, Recreation Center Studio A 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, Keystone Room and Zoom

For a link to the Zoom meeting, email MVE.Inquisitives@yahoo.com.

Wednesdays, 3 p.m. Knit, Crochet & Needlework Circle, Franklin’s Press Contact Joy, ext. 15236, with questions.

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

Fridays, 9 a.m. Tai Chi, Masonic Lodge Room

Fridays, 10 a.m. Music Merrymakers Rehearsal, GLH Solarium

Fridays, 10 a.m. MV Ceramic & Clay Studio, Smith North Ceramics Room Call ext. 33762 with questions.

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

Contact Linda Semler, ext. 13845, with questions.

Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, 1 – 3 p.m. Art Studio and Gallery

Fri., March 1, 1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions, Keystone Room Guest speaker is Tony Chivinski, a Penn State graduate, who will bring a great motivational message on making the most of our senior years.

Fri., March 1, 2 p.m. Resident Technology Support, Life Long Learning Center Bring your fully-charged cell phones, tablets, Kindles and laptops for basic help.

Sat., March 2, 2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House

Sun., March 3, 2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House

Sun., March 3, 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room

Mon., March 4, noon High 12 Club, Patton Campus Dining Room

Tues., March 5, 10 a.m. Marines and Navy Corpsmen Coffee, Franklin’s Press

Tues., March 5, 7:30 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Meeting, Railroad Club Building

Thurs., March 7, 9:30 a.m. Resident Association Meeting, Deike Auditorium

Thurs., March 7, 10 a.m. Aviation Interest Group, Life Long Learning Center

Thurs., March 7, 1 p.m. Book Club Meeting with the Village Bookies, GLH Conoy Conference Room This month’s book is “My Friend Anne Frank” by Hannah Pick-Goslar.

Thurs., March 7, 1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group, Lodge Multipurpose Room For retirement living residents who are currently caregivers to someone in their home.

Thurs., March 7, 7 p.m. Order of the Eastern Star Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

Fri., March 8, 10 a.m. Special Singles Women’s Group, Keystone Room

Mon., March 11, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, FCC Atrium

Mon., March 11, 10 a.m. Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Mon., March 11, 10:30 a.m.

Keystone Bereavement Support Group, Keystone Room For those grieving the loss of their loved one. Questions? Contact ext. 33576.

Mon., March 11, 2 – 3 p.m. Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, Keystone Room

Tues., March 12, 8 a.m.

Freemasons Discussion Group, Brossman Ballroom

Tues., March 12, 10 a.m. Village Connect Workshop, Keystone Room Call ext. 33251 for more information.

Tues., March 12, 11 a.m. Astronomy Club Meeting, GLH Life Long Learning Center March topic: A Myriad of Moons. Call ext. 15346 or 15521 for more info.

Tues., March 12, 1 p.m. Elizabethtown Masonic Day Lodge, Patton Campus Function Room

Wed., March 13, 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Indoor Program with U-GRO, GLH Studio

Wed., March 13, 2 p.m. Genealogy Group, Life Long Learning Center

Wed., March 13, 5:30 p.m. S.O.O.B., Masonic Lodge Room

Thurs., March 14, 4:30 p.m.

Sojourners Meeting

Contact resident Jack Heinze at ext. 15417. Meetings are held in the Harrisburg Scottish Rite Cathedral. Pick-up location is the FCC.

Sun., March 17, 4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room

Mon., March 18, 8:30 a.m. MVE Hiking Club

At Boyd Big Tree Preserve. Email Chris Dunlap at abcsd@verizon.net with reservations or questions. Rain date is March 21.

Mon., March 18, 7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room

Tues., March 19, 8:30 a.m. Shrine Club Meeting, Patton Campus Dining Room

Wed., March 20, 2 p.m. German Club, GLH Solarium

Thurs., March 21, 10 a.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Keystone Room

Thurs., March 21, noon Sycamore North Bereavement Support Group, Sycamore North Recreation Room For those grieving the loss of their loved one. Questions? Contact ext. 33576.

Thurs., March 21, 1 p.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Lodge Multipurpose Room

Thurs., March 21, 6 p.m. Growing Your Wellness: Grief, Faith and SelfCare, Keystone Room Collaboration with Hospice Bereavement and Spiritual Care.

Mon., March 25, 10 a.m. Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Tues., March 26, 10 a.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Sycamore North Activity Room

Tues., March 26, 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

Thurs., March 28, 2 p.m. Village Connect Workshop, Life Long Learning Center Information on the Village Connect online portal. Questions? Call ext. 33251.

Thurs., March 28, 2:30 p.m. VGA Council Meeting, Lodge Multipurpose Room 11

MARCH 2024

CALENDAR KEY

Off Campus Excursions

Standard Trips

COFFEES

Other

BB Brossman Ballroom

BN Brown Building

BPL Brossman Parking Lot

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

VGA Village Green Area

3

2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House

2 p.m. Hershey Parkside Harmony (DA)

4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting (MLR)

10

2 p.m. Music at Donegal: The Elan Ensemble

5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (KR)

4

10:30 a.m. Dutch Apple

12 p.m. High 12 Club (PCDR) 3 p.m. Prayer Circle (Sell)

5

10 a.m. Archaeology in Space (KR)

10 a.m. Marines & Navy Corpsmen Coffee (FP)

7:30 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Meeting

11

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

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

10:30 a.m. Sell Chapel Book Club

10:30 a.m. Bereavement Support Group (KR)

10:45 a.m. Outback Steakhouse

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

12

8 a.m. Freemasonry Discussion Group (BB)

9:30 a.m. Chapel Outreach Meeting (Sell)

10 a.m. Village Connect Workshop (KR)

11 a.m. Astronomy Club (LLL)

12:30 p.m. Park City Mall

1 p.m. Masonic Day Lodge (PCDR)

1 – 3 p.m. Spring Pet Picture Day (GLH-SO) 17

2

8:30

2

10:30

2

6

12:30 p.m. Hobby Lobby

7 p.m. Community Lenten Service, St. Paul’s UMC

13

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

10 a.m. Basic Functions of Using an iPad (LLL)

10 a.m. New Member Class (SC)

2 p.m. Genealogy Group (LLL)

5:30 p.m. S.O.O.B. (MLR)

5:45 p.m. Dorothy Rose Smith Concert: Pipes and Keys

7 p.m. Community Lenten Service, St. Peter’s Catholic Church

20

8:45 a.m. Tour of Middle Creek Visitors Center

2 p.m. German Club (GLH-SO)

7 p.m. Community Lenten Service (SC)

7

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

10 a.m. Aviation Interest Group (LLL)

12:45 p.m. Donegal High School Musical

1 p.m. Village Bookies (CCR)

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

7 p.m. OES Meeting (BB Salons III & IV)

14

10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (KR)

4:30 p.m. Sojourners Meeting

7 p.m. Classic Jazz in Four Hands (DA)

7 p.m. Glenn Miller, One-Man Band (KR)

1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions (KR)

2 p.m. Resident Technology Support (LLL)

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10 a.m. Special Single Women’s Group (KR)

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

7 p.m. Seasons Family Band (DA)

2 – 4 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Open House

2 p.m. Bingo (KR)

5:45 p.m. Starlight Tea Concert

9

5:30 p.m. Cavod Theater: “Anastasia” the Musical

27

1 – 3 p.m. March Birthday Party Drop-in (GLH Studio B)

2 p.m. Basic Functions of Using an iPad (KR)

21

10 a.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe (KR)

12:30 p.m. Sycamore North Bereavement Support Group (SYC-N)

1 p.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe (LMR)

5:30 p.m. Zembo Shrine Circus

6 p.m. Growing Your Wellness: Grief, Faith & Self-care (KR)

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8:30 a.m. Trader Joe’s

2 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service (HCC)

2 p.m. Village Connect Workshop (LLL)

2:30 p.m. VGA Council Meeting (LMR)

7 p.m. Were You There? (BB)

15

9 a.m. Wegman’s Market

10 a.m. Bluebird Presentation (KR)

1 – 3 p.m. Rollator Clinic (Syc-S)

2 p.m. Dennis Strain’s Irish Tales (GLH-SO)

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

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

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22

10:30 a.m. Hope Finders (KR)

2 p.m. Shabbat (MHCC-MC)

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

7:05 p.m. Movie Showing (DA)

23

2 p.m. Music Makes the World Go Round – Organ Concert (Sell)

7 p.m. Bryan Wright, Ragtime Piano (DA)

29

30 Good Friday

10:30 a.m. Good Friday Service (HCC)

2 p.m. Good Friday Service (SC)

7 p.m. Good Friday Concert: Victory Express (DA)

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 purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center. Punch cards are a way to “pay as you go” to land and aquatic classes. You will receive the option of attending 10 classes per punch card, and punch cards are available for $40 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. Punch cards are available at the Baird Wellness Center for non-SilverSneakers® members.

CyberCycle Madness Challenge

MARCH 5 - APRIL 3

Looking to challenge yourself to move more as we head into spring? Join your fellow Masonic Village Elizabethtown riders to compete against other CyberCycle communities for the title of CyberCycle Madness Champions! This is a knock-out style tournament, with miles ridden each Tuesday and Wednesday counting toward the MVE total for that week. Please note, you must be a member of the wellness center and have a CyberCycle account in order for your miles to count. Stop by the Baird Wellness Center on or before March 5 to get your Rider ID and help us win the title! Let’s ride!

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

Elevate – NEW!

MON. & WED., 10:30 – 11:15 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

Punch card available

NEW! Advanced group fitness class focusing on cardio, strength, balance and agility.

Hatha Yoga

MON., 3:30 P.M., & WED., 10:15 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

This is an ongoing class. You will be on your wrists, arms and knees for certain postures, while also focusing on single leg postures. The instructor will suggest modifications if requested.

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.

Core & More

TUES., 10:15 – 11 A.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

This floor-based fitness class is designed to improve flexibility, enhance posture and increase core strength. Movements will focus on the body’s core areas: abdominals, upper and lower back, glutes and hips. Designed for all levels.

Stretch & Relax

WED., 3:30 – 4:15 P.M.

Lodge Meeting Room

Punch card available

Help your body unwind and recover. Increase flexibility and reduce tension, promote healthy relaxation, decrease risk of injuries and help manage stress through dynamic and static stretching and mindful breathing. Ideal for beginners and fitness lovers alike.

Head Over Heels

TUESDAYS, APRIL 2 – MAY 21, 10 – 10:45 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

$64, Registration: March 11 – 31

As part of this hands-on fall injury prevention workshop, a Certified Personal Trainer will build a program based off the initial assessments to advance strength, gait and balance. It will address agility and cognitive reaction time to reduce the risk of falling and the injuries associated with it. This is a progressive program, and each session will build upon the last. To realize your full potential, we ask that you attend each session.

Aqua Classes: Punch cards available, or you can pay the price for the entire class. Please purchase punch cards at the Baird Wellness Center.

Flohr Pool – Open Pool Time

MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, 1 – 4 P.M.

Flohr Pool

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

Patton Pool –Open Swim/Lap Swim

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, NOON – 5 P.M.

Patton Pool

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

Need some relaxation?

The Baird Wellness Center has a new massage chair in our relaxation room for you to use. Come check it out!

Pamper yourself with Massage Therapy or purchase a gift certificate for your spouse or Masonic neighbor.

$75 for 60 minutes and $50 for 30 minutes.

Contact the Baird Wellness Center at ext. 33783 for more information. 15

DINING

RESTAURANT LOCATIONS:

Clubhouse 14506

Grand Lodge Hall 33303

Music in the Tavern

WED., MARCH 13

Goose & Gridiron Tavern

Music Nights resume this month with music duo “DoveTail” featuring guitar, keyboards and vocals for an Irish-themed music night. Music is from 5 – 7 p.m., but seating begins at 4 p.m. for dining. Advanced reservations are required through Food Services.

Irish Specials

SUN., MARCH 17

Clubhouse Restaurant

Various Irish specials will be on the menu today, including corned beef and cabbage and potatoes and an Irish cream sundae for dessert.

Music in the Tavern

WED., MARCH 27

Goose & Gridiron Tavern

A performance of trombone and piano with Jay Vonada and Kirk Reese. Music is from 5 – 7 p.m., but seating begins at 4 p.m. for dining. Advanced reservations are required through Food Services.

Marines and Navy Corps Coffee

First Tuesday of every month, at 10 a.m., in Franklin’s Press.

Come with your full issue of war stories, memories, boot camp exploits, sea stories, lies and foibles!

MV Travel Club’s Upcoming Trips:

There will be a meeting on Tuesday, March 26, in the Keystone Room, at 10 a.m.

All are invited, and dues are $5 per year.

Upcoming Trips:

• New York City – April 16 & 17

• Shades of Ireland – May 6 - 18

• Finger Lakes of New York – July 15 - 19

• Christmas on the Danube – Dec. 2 - 10

Contact Ann Berger at 717-361-5170 for information on these trips.

Bocce begins in April!

Spring means it’s once again time for bocce. Meet at the bocce courts on April 2, at 9 a.m., for the opening game! Meeting times will be every Tuesday, at 9 a.m., and every Wednesday, at 3 p.m. The bocce courts are located next to Brossman Pool.

CRAFT CORNER

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.

CERAMICS CLASSES

GLH Studio C

$5

Every Tuesday

Class I: 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

LUCK O’ THE IRISH

Design your own door decoration with a variety of St. Paddy’s Day flowers and themed items.

RSVP by March 4.

GLH Studio B

$6

Thursday, March 7

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

SPRING EASTER BUNNY

Wooden spring Easter Bunny covered with rustic colored fabric. RSVP by March 8.

GLH Studio B

$6

Thursday, March 14 9 – 11 a.m.

SPRING CENTERPIECES

Spring filled centerpieces filled with a variety of spring flowers and Easter ornaments. RSVP by March 14.

GLH Studio B

$7

Thursday, March 21

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

SPRING WREATH

Decorative spring wreath with your choice of spring flowers and forsythia. RSVP by March 21.

GLH Studio B

$8

Thursday, March 28

Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.

Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

MV CERAMIC AND CLAY STUDIO

Handbuilt clay classes for residents, employees and families will be offered every Saturday in March! Sign up is essential due to space. Most projects are $5, and that includes the clay class, glazing and all firings. No wheels are used, so it really is easy and fun. Check out photos on facebook.com/mv.ceramic.clay.studio Smith North Ceramic Room , ext. 33762. $5 and up

Fridays, 10 a.m. – noon, Open “Drop In” Visiting Saturdays, 10 a.m. – noon, Handbuilt Clay Class

Saturdays, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Open Glaze Studio

Victory Court #149, Order of the Amaranth Fashion Show Fundaraiser

“Blossom into Spring”

Wednesday, March 20, Noon

Keystone Room

Luncheon and fashion show by “A Touch of Taste”

Tickets are $16 per person Proceeds support diabetes research.

Doris Ecklund, ext. 13840

Helen Berry, ext. 13878

Sara Ann Seibert, ext. 15507

Sylvia Mitchell, ext. 14518

Clubhouse Lobby

Sunday through Friday, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Everyone

EXCURSIONS

Starlight Tea

Concert Presents:

Sign up Feb. 26, 9 a.m., at the Clubhouse Info. Desk

14512

You can also register on Village Connect for all of the excursions.

Music at Donegal Presents: The Elan Ensemble

F&M Chamber Singers

SATURDAY, MARCH 2

Pick-up: 5:45 p.m. FCC, 6 p.m. Clubhouse

Return: 9 p.m.

Freewill offering

The Chamber Singers is a highly select vocal ensemble made up of 20 singers, chosen by audition. Members possess strong vocal and musicianship skills. Repertoire ranges from music of the Medieval period to premieres of new music. This concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Lancaster Church of the Brethren.

Donegal High School Spring Musical “The Wizard of Oz”

THURSDAY, MARCH 7

Pick-up: 12:45 p.m. Clubhouse, 1 p.m. FCC

Return: 5 p.m.

Free

Enjoy this musical senior preview of one of the world’s most beloved musicals featuring songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber. Join Dorothy and Toto on an unforgettable adventure as they are swept over the rainbow to the Merry Old Land of Oz. This musical is scheduled from 2 – 4:30 p.m. with an intermission.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

Pick-up: 2 p.m. FCC, 2:15 p.m. Clubhouse

Return: 4:30 p.m.

Freewill offering

This eclectic program features Sara Male, cello; Neal Harnley, piano, Peter Kenote, viola; and Debra Ronning, piano, playing a variety of music for your listening pleasure. This concert is scheduled for 3 p.m. at the Donegal Presbyterian Church in Mount Joy.

Dorothy Rose Smith Concert

Presents: Pipes and Keys

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13

Pick-up: 5:45 p.m. Clubhouse, 6 p.m. FCC

Return: 9 p.m.

Freewill offering

Pianist Yvonne Chen and organist Yuri McCoy started collaborating in their untraditional arrangement while doctoral students at Rice University. They use their talents and passions to showcase the unique sonic virtuosic abilities on these two keyboard instruments. This concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Highland Presbyterian Church in Lancaster.

Tour of Middle Creek Visitors Center and the New Pennsylvania Conservation Heritage Museum

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20

Pick-up: 8:45 a.m. Clubhouse, 9 a.m. FCC

Return: 1 p.m.

Cost: Donation at the door

The newly opened Pennsylvania Conservation Heritage Museum features artifacts dating back to the formation of the Game Commission. When you arrive, you will see a short video and receive general information regarding Middle Creek. After the video, explore the Wildlife Center and then take a four-mile wildlife drive on our bus. There is no cost, but donations are accepted at the door.

Annual Zembo Shrine Circus

THURSDAY, MARCH 21

Pick-up: 5:30 p.m. Clubhouse, 5:45 p.m. FCC

Return: 10 p.m.

$5

Zembo Shrine is proud to present the 2024 annual Shrine Circus, making this their 76th year. The Hamid Traveling Circus Company provides thrilling, G-rated entertainment perfect for the whole family. Shows are handicapped accessible. Seating will be available on the floor. Please note: Cash only for food and other concessions. Show is scheduled from 7 – 9:15 p.m.

Dutch Apple Presents: “Ragtime”

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17

Pick-up: 10:30 a.m. Clubhouse, 10:45 a.m. FCC

Return: 4:30 p.m.

$71

Set in early 20th century New York, three diverse American family tales are woven together, united by their courage, compassion and belief in the promise of the future as they confront history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair. Before the show, enjoy a buffet lunch. RSVP and payment due by March 27. Run time of show is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

2024 LANCASTER SENIOR GAMES

Since starting in 1989, thousands of athletes have participated in the Lancaster Senior Games, and we want to add you to that list! Lancaster County residents ages 55 and over participate in sporting events and recreation activities, competing for medals within various age brackets.

The 2024 Senior Games will be held May 6 – 10 at Spooky Nook Sports. Registration will be held March 4 – April 1. You can pick up a registration form at the Clubhouse Information Desk or the GLH Transportation Desk. Please return the registration form and fee to the Activities Office by April 1 (checks payable to “Lancaster Area Office of Aging”).

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STANDARD TRIPS

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.

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, York. This family friendly chain serves American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.

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.

Easter Meals

To Go

PLACING ORDERS:

All orders are due by Thursday, March 21, at 4 p.m. Pick up will be on Friday, March 29, between noon - 4 p.m., in the Brossman Kitchen. Cash, check or credit card accepted. To place your order, please call ext. 33501 or email at JSweigart@masonicvillages.org.

A 6% sales tax will be added to all orders.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

Small: $72.37 (serves 4 - 6)

Large: $109.68 (serves 8 - 10)

• Roasted Leg of Lamb

Small: $96.20 (serves 4 - 6)

Large: $132.97 (serves 8 - 10)

Both packages come with the choice of au gratin potatoes or mashed potatoes and a choice of honey tarragon carrots or green beans. They will also include carrot raisin pineapple salad, dinner rolls and one dessert.

DESSERT CHOICES:

• Coconut Cake

• Strawberry Cake

• Peach Pie

Each additional dessert: $10.75

Apple Dumpling, Sub & Pretzel Sandwich Sale

to benefit the DEMOLAY MASONIC YOUTH GROUP’S ELIZABETHTOWN CHAPTER

ORDERS ARE DUE BY MARCH 4.

• Baked and ready-to-eat apple dumplings (regular and sugar-free): $7 each

• Various pretzel sandwiches: $6 each

• Various subs: $7 each

Pick up orders at Patton Campus Memorial Hall parking lot entrance on Thursday, March 14, from 4 – 5 p.m.

To order, contact Amy Nace, executive assistant for the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation, at 717-475-8922 or anace0325@gmail.com.

Northeastern High School’s 22nd Honor Bus Veterans Trip to Washington, D.C.

Saturday, April 27

Northeastern High School Honor Bus is a student-organized group that coordinates bus trips in the spring and fall to Washington, D.C., to visit the World War II, Korean and Vietnam Memorials and Arlington National Cemetery. They welcome veterans of ANY era and active-duty military members to join them on this day of gratitude. All veterans will be provided with a T-shirt, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

While Northeastern High School recognizes the sacrifices of military families, this trip is for veterans only. Students and volunteers are available to provide assistance and support, so each veteran has a memorable and rewarding experience.

To participate, please complete an application (available at the Clubhouse Information Desk), and return it to Jennifer Stuckey, Activities Department, by Monday, April 1.

Dimensions of Wellness

Seek balance in your life in all seven dimensions of wellness!

This month, we are featuring the Emotional Dimension:

• Explore meditation & relaxation

• Engage in healthy stress management

• Participate in support groups, talk therapy, wellness coaching, etc.

• Practice gratitude, humor & optimism

As you look through the “Village Living” publication, identify which programs you can participate in to enhance your Emotional Wellness!

ROOSTER WOODSHOP

Masonic Village Rooster Woodshop is located on the corner of Freemason Drive and Umbaugh Drive. The showroom is open Monday through Friday, from 8 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. It is also open on Saturday, from 8 – 11 a.m. There are many assorted items produced by the members. All items on display are for sale, and all Masonic Village residents and employees receive a 15% discount on a showroom item priced $100 or more. The shop can produce custom furnishings and novel items from wood, and members can also perform minor repairs to furniture upon request. Scan the QR code for a link to our Facebook page.

This side table has the unique feature of having an adjustable height for the upper tray. The post is not centered, allowing the whole table to be turned, so the tray can fit over a chair or bed. The tray can be positioned 23” to 29” from the floor to the underside of the tray by removing the threaded knob on the backside of the post. The tray is rimmed to contain potential spills. A choice of wood and stain color are always offered.

ENJOY LIFE YOUR WAY