FEATURED EVENTS 33205

History of Willow Grove Park

TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2 P.M.

GLH Solarium

Join resident Judy Parrish as she explores the history of one of the most popular trolley parks in the United States, Willow Grove Park. This presentation looks at the park’s fame, tragedies and triumphs from the early 1900s to its demise in 1976. Original postcards and memorabilia from the park will be displayed.

Quilts of Valor

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2 P.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salons I & II

In 2021, our Masonic Village Veterans Committee introduced an annual Veterans Social with various themes. This year, our third annual Veterans Social will feature a dedication service to “cover” a select number of Korean War veterans with a Quilt of Valor to recognize and honor those who served in active combat duty during this conflict. The Quilt of Valor ® Foundation was founded in 2003 by Catherine Roberts. Its mission is: “To cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.” All are welcome to attend.

American Humanities: Impressions of Late 19th Century America Through the Arts

FRIDAYS, MAY 5 – 26, 1 - 4:30 P.M.

Williamson Multimedia Room, Patton Campus

$15

As the American art world expanded in the 1880s and 1890s, art and music venues and organizations, museums and public art spaces also developed. The focus of this course will be the growth of the recognition of paintings and music of this golden age. Instructor is Cindy Rose, professor of humanities at HACC. Call ext. 14509 to register. This program is sponsored by the Lifelong Discovery Fund.

Cumberland Singers

FRIDAY, MAY 5, 7 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

The Cumberland Singers is an auditioned melody harmony choir of treble voices striving to create a sense of community through the performance of choral music, including both secular and non-secular music, familiar favorites and thought-provoking pieces. Please call ext. 33205 for transportation to this event.

Wesley Singers

MONDAY, MAY 8, 3 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

For 30 years, a group of men known as the Wesley Singers have sung regularly at retirement communities throughout Lancaster County. Today, it has more than 50 “seasoned” singers who enjoy sharing their voices with others. The musical director is James Casler, a retired music education teacher and choir director. More than half of the members are veterans of the U.S. military.

Living with Time to Spare

TUESDAY, MAY 9, 1 P.M.

Life Long Learning Center

Do you have enough time in your day? This class will highlight the basics of simple time management techniques that will assist you in fitting everything into your day. You will learn what your roadblocks are to time management, techniques to manage your time and how to execute them. Call 717-361-5699 to register.

Dennis Strain

Myths and Legends

THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2 P.M.

GLH Solarium

Not all legends happen elsewhere. Many are close to where you live: Harrisburg, Hummelstown, Hershey and Wrightsville. They chronicle the hopes and fears of the people who settled this area. Join Storyteller Dennis Strain as he explores the legends of South Central Pennsylvania. This program will be repeated on Friday, May 19, at 10 a.m., in the Keystone Room.

Mother’s Day Concert with Josh and Elizabeth Tindall

SUNDAY, MAY 14, 3 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

This Mother’s Day musical program will feature Josh and Elizabeth on piano, organ and vocals. Stop in for a musical journey spanning from classical and hymn favorites all the way up to popular songs from the 20th and 21st centuries. It will be fun for all and will have you dancing in your seats!

What Every Person with Neuropathy Needs to Know

MONDAY, MAY 15, 2 P.M.

Keystone Room

Hope & Healing Through the Triggers of Loss

FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2 P.M.

Keystone Room

Donna Hoffman, certified life-cycle celebrant and grief educator, will discuss the journey of hope and healing following loss. Donna’s passion for helping others encourages the griever to “grieve fully” and begin on a journey to “live fully.” She is a graduate of the Celebrant Foundation & Institute.

Bainbridge Band Concert

SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2 P.M.

Deike Auditorium

Established in 1896, the Bainbridge Band has been an asset to the community and surrounding areas ever since. It also provides an excellent experience for young people to learn discipline, responsibility and appreciation for our heritage. Join them as they perform a variety of marches, hymns and other favorites. Please call ext. 33205 for transportation to this event.

Dr. John Madeira, from Madeira Chiropractic Wellness Center in Hershey, will inform, educate and entertain as you learn about neuropathy. You will learn the definition of neuropathy and what causes it; the classic symptoms associated with neuropathy; how to know if you have it and what to do about it; the four different stages of neuropathy; how to know if your neuropathy can be stopped, even reversed; and the two main approaches to treating neuropathy and the major differences between them. To register, please call the Baird Wellness Center at 717-361-5699.

Traditional and Roth IRAs

TUESDAY, MAY 16, 10:30 A.M.

Keystone Room

This program will discuss and decipher the complex web of tax planning rules. Chief Mission Advancement and Development Officer and attorney Al Blitz will present this program. Registration required; call Mary Meszaros at ext. 33460.