VILLAGE
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 7 P.M. p. 5
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 7 P.M. p. 5
Sept. 16 - 20, Daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 16
JB Craft Club Sale
Keystone Room
Handmade items such as wreaths, centerpieces and floral designs.
Rooster’s Woodshop
FCC Atrium
The woodshop will have their hand crafted items for sale.
Thur., Sept. 19
MV Ceramics and Clay Studio
FCC Atrium
The Ceramics and Clay Studio will have a variety of items for sale, including their popular Christmas Trees and tea lights.
Tues., Sept. 17
Piece Makers Quilt Sale
FCC Atrium
Various hand-quilted items including blankets, table linens and more.
Fri., Sept. 20
Village Green
Craft Group
FCC Atrium
Seasonal handmade crafts, floral designs and wreaths, along with beautiful hand-painted ceramics.
Angel Pin Sale
FCC Atrium
Angel pins, jewelry and decor. Proceeds benefit Bleiler Caring Cottage.
Wed., Sept. 18
Brossman Courtyard Celebration
Enjoy French fries from St. Peter’s Fryers, drinks, apples, hot dogs and snacks. FREE!
Musical entertainment provided by Glenn Miller, the one-man-band.
Help support the Grey Lions scholarship fund by purchasing a Penn State Sticky! These grilled sticky buns have been a PSU staple since 1929.
Art Club Open: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Vendors accept cash and check.
Please call ext. 33205 to register for transportation to evening events.
TUES., SEPT. 3, 10 A.M., WED., SEPT. 18, 10 A.M., AND THURS., SEPT. 26, 10 A.M.
Keystone Room
Thaddeus Stevens, a U.S. Representative who lived in Gettysburg, York and Lancaster for many years, is a significant part of our local history. Stevens also had a complex relationship with the Masons of his time. Presented by Rick Coplan.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4, 10:30 A.M.
Keystone Room
Walt and Margie Cook discuss the lives and legacies of Dolley Madison, Frances Cleveland, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jackie Kennedy and Rosalyn Carter. We will explore these Five First Ladies who made the position what it is today.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4, 2 P.M.
GLH Solarium
Join Storyteller Dennis Strain as he explores tales from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas, finding themes that resonate within our own country. This performance will be repeated on Friday, Sept. 6, at 10 a.m., in the Keystone Room.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 5, 10 A.M.
Keystone Room
WWII was a total war, unlike anything the United States has seen before or since. Come learn how life on the home front was transformed. Presented by Ted Heman.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6, 7:05 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
With the end of his first term in sight, widowed U.S. President Andrew Shepherd (Michael Douglas) knows that overwhelming public support will guarantee his re-election. But when he falls in love with lobbyist Sydney Ellen Wade (Annette Benning), Shepherd’s supporters question the relationship, and his approval ratings drop. This movie is rated PG-13 with a run time of 1 hour 54 minutes.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8, 3 P.M.
Brossman Ballroom
Enjoy not only a few traditional selections, but also wonderfully performed music that will make you appreciate this professional and very talented band.
MONDAYS, STARTING SEPT. 9, 1 – 2:30 P.M.
Life Long Learning Center
Professor Arthur Benjamin shows how everything in mathematics is connected; how the beautiful and often imposing edifice that has given us algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, probability and so much else is based on nothing more than fooling around with numbers.
Resident John Hope, who has never found joy in any math beyond basic number calculations, is the facilitator. Call ext. 14509 to register.
MONDAYS, STARTING SEPT. 9, 2:30 – 4 P.M.
Life Long Learning Center
Art historian, Noah Charney, will guide us through 12 fascinating lectures accompanied by stunning graphics, telling the stories behind the theft and/or destruction of some of the world’s most famous pieces of art. Resident John Hope is the facilitator. Call ext. 14509 to register.
MONDAY, SEPT. 9, 9:30 A.M. AND 2:30 P.M.
Meet at the Eternal Flame
Enjoy a walk through the Veterans Grove with a Masonic Village garden guide. The walk begins at the Eternal Flame and will take about an hour. Register at the Clubhouse Information Desk. Participation is limited. The rain date is Sept. 17.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 7 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
The band includes the talented Ken Gehret on fiddle, guitar and vocal; Chris Heslop on saxophone and washboard; Josh Taylor on guitar and banjo; Andy Roberts on piano; Bruce Campbell on bass; and Dave Lazorcik drums.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 13, 2 P.M.
Keystone Room
Railroads have played a significant role in the history of our country. Presenter James Bennett, with the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, will explore the history and future of railroads in America.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 1 P.M.
Veterans Grove
The York Camp Heroes of ’76 and Harrisburg Chapter No. 76 National Sojourners will conduct a dignified ceremony for the disposal of old, retired American flags. Please join us as we perform this honored ceremony.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 7 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
The Knotwork Band is a trio performing Celtic folk music from Ireland, Scotland, England and Brittany, as well as American and world music with ties to Celtic folk music. Like Celtic knotwork, the talents of the band members are interwoven to form each piece of music with a variety of instrumentation: silver flute, high and low whistles, wooden flute and piccolo, guitar, resonator mandolin, hardanger mandolin, banjo mandolin, cittern, bodhráns, bones and vocals.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 10:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
Keystone Room
TaylorMarie provides fashionable women’s clothing and accessories from respected, high-quality brands. This custom boutique will house up to 19 racks of stylish and affordable fashions in sizes from petite to 3x.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 20, 1 – 3 P.M.
Life Long Learning Center
Have your rollator walker tuned up for fall. We also have rollators available for little or no cost to you.
Please call ext. 33205 to register for transportation to evening events.
FRIDAYS, STARTING SEPT. 20, 1 – 4:30 P.M.
Williamson Multimedia Room, Patton Campus
$10
With his deadpan humor and acrobatic talent, Keaton created a world unlike that of other comic stars of the 1920s. Please note: all full-length films and film shorts are silent films with musical soundtracks and text on screen to convey dialogue and plot. We will view five full-length films (60 – 70 minutes).
Cindy Rose, Humanities, Arts and Film professor at Harrisburg Area Community College, will instruct. Class meets Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11 and Oct. 18. Call ext. 14509 to register.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 20, 6:30 – 9 P.M.
Brossman Ballroom
$15
Enjoy this special gaming night and try your luck at Craps, Roulette, Poker, Blackjack & Texas Hold ’em, the Money Wheel, Chuck-a-Luck or even slot machines. The pit crew knows the rules of the games and helps those just learning to feel comfortable. Cheer on your friends and try your luck “gambling” with play money for real chances to win great prizes. There will be light refreshments. RSVP to Liz Grosh at ext. 39930 by Sept. 13, and please note if you need transportation.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 21, 2 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
The Deike Auditorium will come alive with the sound of music as the band will perform 40 medleys from 20 Broadway Musicals. You will discover the medley of songs will be entertaining and will revive, for many, personal nostalgia and memories. Enjoy the songs which have become your favorite Broadway tunes during the years.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 22, 2 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
Based on a true story, London broker Nicholas “Nicky” Winton helps rescue hundreds of predominantly Jewish children from Czechoslovakia in a race against time before the Nazi occupation closes the borders. Fifty years later, he’s still haunted by the fate of those he couldn’t bring to safety. This movie is rated PG with a run time of one hour and 50 minutes.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23, 2 P.M.
Keystone Room
Take in this uplifting interactive program of “familial” folk, bluegrass, gospel, mountain and coal mine music performed with vocals accompanied by guitar, fiddle and claw-hammer banjo to emulate the coal mining musicians of Northeast Pennsylvania. Jay will sing, fiddle and flat-foot clog-dance simultaneously on a piece of plywood.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24, 3 – 4:30 P.M.
Trexler Terrace
Before dinner, come and enjoy the music harmony of this talented duo performing a mix of current and classic country hits with warm melodious vocals and great guitar string work. Extreme weather location: Deike Auditorium.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25, 2 P.M.
Keystone Room
Internationally celebrated as a humanitarian, Herbert Hoover was considered the most versatile American since Benjamin Franklin. No American President entered office with greater expectations or left with more bitter disappointments.
“Democracy is a harsh employer,” Hoover said. In this presentation, we reconsider Hoover and his contributions to American democracy. Jean-Paul Benowitz teaches history at Elizabethtown College where he is the director of public heritage studies.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 27, 7 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
Established in 1912 by the Knights of Malta, the Malta Band has been bringing musicians together to engage in and enjoy music and share their love of creating music with the local community. They play a variety of different types of music, from timeless concert band pieces and classic marches to modern composers and popular tunes.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 29, 2 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
A musical in which a modern day Romeo and Juliet are involved in New York street gangs. On the harsh streets of the upper west side, two gangs battle for control of the turf. The situation becomes complicated when a gang member falls in love with a rival’s sister. Starring Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Rita Moreno and George Chakiris. Not rated, 2 hours and 33 minutes.
MONDAY, SEPT. 30, 1 – 3 P.M.
Trexler Terrace
Drop by the Trexler Terrace to pick up your Active Aging activity packet, and stay for refreshments, friends and fun! Additional beverages will be available for purchase in the Goose and Gridiron Tavern. If you cannot make it to the social, pick up your activity pack at the Baird Wellness Center, Clubhouse Information Desk, FCC Visitors Desk, or GLH Transportation Desk. See details on p. 21.
MONDAY, SEPT. 30, 6:30 P.M.
Deike Auditorium
Americana and songs of labor that helped shape our country, as well as fun songs, love songs and Gospel tunes, come together for this concert by your peers. The Music Merrymakers will entertain you for an hour of music right before the calendar changes to the melody of autumn. Singing makes the body feel good and warm, brings back a memory and forges new friendships. You’ll recall some of these old songs, while some may be new to you.
For more information, call ext. 33106.
Sundays, 8:15 and 10 a.m. Worship Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956
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
Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Hymn Sing and Devotion, GLH Solarium
Fridays, 9 a.m.
Men’s Bible Study, James Buchanan All Purpose Room
Tues., Sept. 3, 3 p.m. Prayer Circle, Sell Chapel Parlor
Mon., Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m. Sell Chapel Book Club, Sell Chapel Parlor
Tues., Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m. Sell Chapel Outreach Meeting, Sell Chapel Parlor
Thurs., Sept. 12, 10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (Women’s Group), Keystone Room
Wed., Sept. 25, 3:30 p.m. Hymn Sing with Pastor Erin, Keystone Room
Fri., Sept. 27, 10:30 a.m. Hope Finders, Keystone Room This meeting is open to men and women.
Fri., Sept. 27, 2 p.m. Shabbat, MHCC Meditation Chapel
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 10:30 A.M.
Keystone Room
Communion is offered to members of Christ Lutheran Church, as well as anyone wishing to attend.
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, 6:15 p.m. Contract Bridge, Keystone Room
Tuesdays, 9 a.m. Bocce, Bocce Courts located next to Brossman Pool
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, 1:30 p.m. Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Contact Mike Berney, ext. 15787, for more info.
Wednesdays, 3 p.m. Bocce, Bocce Courts located next to Brossman Pool
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 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m.
8 Ball Billiards, JB East Game Room Call Paul Weaver, ext. 15186, for more details.
Wed., Sept. 4, 1:30 p.m. Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe)
Sat., Sept. 7, 2 p.m. Bingo, Keystone Room Sun., Sept. 8, 5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social, Keystone Room
Fri., Sept. 13, 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956
Sun., Sept. 15, 2 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social, Franklin’s Press
Mon., Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m. Horseracing, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV
Wed., Sept. 18, 1:30 p.m. Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe)
Fri., Sept. 20, 3 p.m. Tree of Life Social, Keystone Room Free drinks for donations to the Tree of Life.
Mon., Sept. 23, 6:30 p.m. Bingo, Lodge Multipurpose Room
Wed., Sept. 25, 1 – 3 p.m. September Birthday Drop-in, GLH Studio B Call ext. 33277 to RSVP by Sept. 20.
Thurs., Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m. Trivia Night with Robert Reigh, Lodge Multipurpose Room
Fri., Sept. 27, 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956
Saturdays, 9 a.m.
Mondays, 1 p.m.
Masonic Village Piece
Makers Quilting Group, Sycamore North Rec. Room
Mondays, 1:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m.
Line Dancing Class, Brossman Ballroom, Salon I
Classes for the Curious, GLH Life Long Learning Center Classes will cover life lessons from the great myths.
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, JB West Conference Room
The group meets each Wednesday in the James Buchanan West Conference Room to discuss current issues. Email MVE.Inquisitives@yahoo.com for the weekly agenda.
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.
Fridays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Music Merrymakers Rehearsal, GLH Solarium
MV Ceramic & Clay Studio, Smith North Ceramics Room (L2) Drop in or call ext. 33762 with questions.
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, 1 – 3 p.m.
Busy Bees Coloring Club, Event Planning Lobby
Contact Linda Semler, ext. 13845, with questions.
Art Studio and Gallery
Tues., Sept. 3, 8 a.m. MVE Hiking Club, Gettysburg National Military Park Hike Departing at 8 a.m. from the fountain in the FCC parking lot. The hike is 6 ½ miles. Following the hike, we will stop for lunch. Return time is 4 p.m. Contact Glenn Achey at glennachey@ comcast.net to sign up. Rain date is Sept. 5.
Tues., Sept. 3, 10 a.m. Marine’s Coffee, Franklin’s Press Come with your war stories, memories, boot camp exploits and sea tales!
Tues., Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. MV&E Model Railroad Club Meeting, Railroad Club Building
Wed., Sept. 4, 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Program, Resident Work Day
Thurs., Sept. 5, 10 a.m. Aviation Interest Group, Life Long Learning Center
Thurs., Sept. 5, 1 p.m. Book Club Meeting with the Village Bookies, GLH Conoy Conference Room This month’s book is “The Bee Sting” by Paul Murray.
Thurs., Sept. 5, 1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group, Lodge Multipurpose Room We will have a panel of former resident caregivers.
Thurs., Sept. 5, 7 p.m. Order of the Eastern Star, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV
Fri., Sept. 6, 1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions, Keystone Room Guest speaker is Harrisburg PSU men’s basketball coach, Don Friday.
Fri., Sept. 6, 2 p.m. Resident Technology Support, Life Long Learning Center Bring your fully-charged cell phones, tablets, etc. for basic help.
Sun., Sept. 8, 4 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 9, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room
Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, FCC Atrium
Mon., Sept. 9, 10 a.m. Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room
Mon., Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m. Keystone Bereavement Support Group,
Keystone Room For those grieving the loss of their loved one. Questions? Contact ext. 33576.
Wed., Sept. 18, 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Program, Resident Work Day Autumn garden clean-up. Rain date: Sept. 25.
Wed., Sept. 18, 2 p.m. German Club, GLH Solarium
Thurs., Sept. 19, 8:30 a.m. MV Shrine Club, Patton Campus Dining Room
Thurs., Sept. 19, 9:30 a.m. MVE Resident Association Meeting, Deike Auditorium
Thurs., Sept. 19, 11 a.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Keystone Room
Mon., Sept. 9, 12 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 9, 2 – 3 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 10, 8 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 10, 11 a.m.
Donegal High 12, Patton Campus Dining Room
Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, Keystone Room
Freemason Discussion Group, Brossman Ballroom
Astronomy Club Meeting, GLH Life Long Learning Center Call ext. 15346 for more info.
Thurs., Sept. 19, 12:30 p.m. Sycamore North Bereavement Support Group, Sycamore North Recreation Room For those grieving the loss of their loved one. Questions? Contact ext. 33576.
Thurs., Sept. 19, 1 p.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe, Lodge Multipurpose Room
Tues., Sept. 10, 1 p.m.
Elizabethtown Day Lodge, Patton Campus Function Room
Wed., Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Program, Garden Party U-GRO students and residents are invited for this outdoor event.
Wed., Sept. 11, 2 p.m. Genealogy Group, Life Long Learning Center
Wed., Sept. 11, 6 p.m.
Thurs., Sept. 12, 4:30 p.m.
Fri., Sept. 13, 10 a.m.
Sun., Sept. 15, 4 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 16, 7 p.m.
S.O.O.B., Masonic Lodge Room
Sojourners Meeting Pick-up at FCC. Meetings held at the Harrisburg Scottish Rite Cathedral. Contact Jack Heinze, ext. 15417.
Special Singles Women’s Group, Keystone Room
DeMolay Meeting, Masonic Lodge Room
Treichler Lodge No. 682 Meeting, Lodge Room
Thurs., Sept. 19, 6 p.m. Grief Journey and Your Wellness, Keystone Room For those newly bereaved that focuses on the grief and wellness journey. Questions? Contact the Hospice bereavement coordinator at ext. 33576.
Mon., Sept. 23, 10 a.m. Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room
Tues., Sept. 24, 10 a.m. Travel Club Meeting, Keystone Room Dues are $5 per year. Upcoming trips include: Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Newport, Sept. 11 – 15; Christmas on the Danube, Dec. 2 – 10; British Landscapes: Scotland, Wales & London, May 4 – 14, 2025. Call Ann Berger at ext. 15170 for more info.
Tues., Sept. 24, 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III & IV
Thurs., Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m. VGRC Meeting, Lodge Multipurpose Room
SUNDAY
Off Campus Excursions
Standard Trips
Coffees
Other
BB Brossman Ballroom
BN Brown Building
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TUESDAY 1 2
Labor Day
3 p.m. New Cumberland Town Band (BB)
4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting (MLR)
5 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (KR)
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9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Cards (FCC-AT)
9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Guided Tour of Veterans Grove
BPL Brossman Parking Lot
CCR Conoy Conference Room
1:15 p.m. Lebanon County Community Concert Association
2 p.m. Wine and Cheese Social (FP)
8 a.m. Hiking Club (rain date: Sept. 5)
10 a.m. Marines Coffee (FP)
10 a.m. Lincoln and Thaddeus Stevens (KR)
12:30 p.m. Walmart
3 p.m. Prayer Circle (SC)
7:30 p.m. MV & E Model Railroad Club Meeting
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9:45 a.m. Mini Golf at Jim Mack’s
10 a.m. Life Story Writing (GLH Star Points)
10:30 a.m. Sell Chapel Book Club (SC)
12 p.m. Donegal High 12 (PCDR)
2 – 3 p.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Cards (KR)
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10:45 a.m. Centerville Diner II
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. JB Craft Club Sale (KR)
4 p.m. DeMolay Meeting (MLR)
8 a.m. Freemason Discussion Group (BB)
9:30 a.m. Sell Chapel Outreach (SC)
10:30 a.m. Christ Lutheran Church Service (KR)
11 a.m. Astronomy Club (LLL)
1 p.m. Elizabethtown Masonic Day Lodge (PCFR)
7 p.m. Dirty Half Dozen Jazzgrass Band (DA)
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8 a.m. Root’s Market
6:30 p.m. Horseracing (BB Salon III & IV)
7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting (MLR)
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Taylor Marie Fashion Sale (KR)
DA Deike Auditorium
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Piece Makers Quilt Sale (FCC-AT)
FCC-AT Freemasons Cultural Center Atrium
FP Franklin’s Press
GGT Goose and Gridiron Tavern
LLL Life Long Learning Center
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2 p.m. Movie Showing (DA)
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
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12:30 p.m. AACA Museum
2 p.m. Jay Smar (KR)
6:30 p.m. Bingo (LMR)
2 p.m. Musical Showing (DA) 30 12:30 p.m. Joanne’s, Ollies, Dollar Tree, T.J. Maxx
Fall Fest Week! Active Aging Week!
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8:30 a.m. Trader Joe’s 10 a.m. Travel Club Meeting (KR)
3 p.m. Conley & Watson Country Music (TT)
7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting (BB Salon III & IV)
SC Sell Chapel
SM-N Smith North
SYC-N Sycamore North
SYC-S Sycamore South
VGA Village Green Area
TT Trexler Terrace
1 – 3 p.m. Active Aging Week Kick Off Event (TT)
6:30 p.m. Music Merrymakers Concert (DA)
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9 a.m. Hill Top Market
9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Resident Work Day
10:30 a.m. Five First Ladies (KR)
2 p.m. Tales From Around the World (GLH-SO)
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10 a.m. Sacrifice on the Homefront (KR)
10 a.m. Aviation Interest Group (LLL)
12:30 p.m. Park City Mall
1 p.m. Village Bookies (CCR)
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1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group (LMR)
7 p.m. Eastern Star Meeting (BB, Salon III & IV)
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9 a.m. Hobby Lobby
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9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Party
10:45 a.m. Outback or Carrabba’s
2 p.m. Genealogy Group (LLL)
6 p.m. S.O.O.B. (MLR)
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9:30 a.m. Sensory Garden Resident Work Day
9:15 a.m. 50 Plus Expo
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Brossman Courtyard Celebration
10 a.m. Lincoln and Thaddeus Stevens (KR)
2 p.m. German Club (GLH-SO)
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9 a.m. American Quilters Society Quilt Show
10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (KR)
4:30 p.m. Sojourners Meeting
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10 a.m. Tales From Around The World (KR)
8:30 a.m. MV Shrine Club (PCDR)
1:45 p.m. Mount Gretna Playhouse: Appalachian Spring
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9:30 a.m. Tour of MV Orchards and Farm Market
1 – 3 p.m. Sept. Birthday Drop-in (GLH Studio B)
9:30 a.m. MVE Resident Association Meeting (DA)
11 a.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe (KR)
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. MV Ceramics and Clay Studio Sale (FCC-AT)
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12:30 p.m. Sycamore North Bereavement Support Group (SYC-N)
1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions (KR)
7:05 p.m. Movie (DA)
2 p.m. Resident Tech Support (LLL)
2 p.m. Bingo (KR)
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10 a.m. Special Single Women’s Group (KR)
2 p.m. President Herbert Hoover (KR)
3:30 p.m. Hymn Sing with Pastor Erin (KR)
1 p.m. American Flag Retirement (Veteran’s Grove)
6 p.m. Music on High
2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)
2 p.m. Why Railroads are Still Important (KR)
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12:45 p.m. Servant Stage
7 p.m. Knotwork Band (DA)
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9 a.m. Wegman’s Market
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Village Green Craft Group Sale (FCC-A)
1 – 3 p.m. Rollator Clinic (LLL)
2 p.m. Encore Band Fall Concert (DA)
5:45 p.m. Starlight Tea Concert
3 p.m. Tree of Life Social (KR)
1 p.m. Coffee Talk with Mike Rowe (LMR)
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9:30 a.m. Shady Maple Smorgasbord
10 a.m. Lincoln and Thaddeus Stevens (KR)
6:30 – 9 p.m. Jack Pot Casino Gaming Event (BB)
2:30 p.m. VGRC Meeting (LMR)
6:30 p.m. Trivia Night (LMR)
2 p.m. Shabbat (HCC)
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10:30 a.m. Hope Finders (KR)
2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)
7 p.m. Malta Band Concert (DA)
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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.
Punch cards are a way to “pay as you go” for classes. Ten classes per $40 punch card. For questions, call 717-361-5699.
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.
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.
MON., 3:30 P.M., & WED., 10:15 A.M.
Lodge Meeting Room
Punch card available
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.
TUES., 9:15 A.M.
Lodge Meeting Room
Punch card available
Our daily lives can be filled with stressors, but how often do we take the time to breathe through those problems? This class takes inspiration from a variety of meditation practices, such as Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga and Ai Chi, with an additional focus on mindful breathing techniques to improve one’s mind and body connection.
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.
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. Operating times are subject to change due to lifeguard availability.
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, NOON – 6 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. Operating times are subject to change due to lifeguard availability.
AUG. 30 – SEPT. 2, 12 – 6 P.M.
Brossman Outdoor Pool
Must show MVP card for entry to pool and scan bar code on 2024 Brossman Outdoor Pool Season Pass. Passes will be issued the first time you visit the pool. Call ext. 14043 for more information. Operating times are subject to change due to lifeguard availability.
RESTAURANT LOCATIONS:
Clubhouse 14506
Grand Lodge Hall 33303
MONDAY, SEPT. 2
Restaurants at Grand Lodge Hall and Clubhouse
Join us to celebrate Labor Day!
This annual picnic is reservation only. Please look for a memo regarding menus, reservations and pricing.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24
Trexler Terrace
Reservations are required for this outdoor event. Please see the memo for more information.
WEDNESDAYS, 4 – 7 P.M.
Goose & Gridiron
This month’s lineup includes:
Sept. 11: Steven Barth – country and pop standards on acoustic guitar and vocals
Sept. 18: Kirk Reese Trio – light jazz dinner music
Sept. 25: Take Two – vocal duo Rick Smiley and Kathy Miller sing pop, Broadway and country standards
No reservations are required. Live music from 5 – 7 p.m., last call 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 4
Philly Cheesesteak Co. on the Roll
Sept. 25
MV Catering
Sept. 18
Bala Saahas (Indian Cuisine)
Rain or shine! 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Brossman Parking Lot Cash or Credit Only
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.
GLH Studio C
$5
Every Tuesday
Class I: 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.
RSVP by Aug. 30.
GLH Studio B
$8
Thursday, Sept. 5
Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.
Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.
GLH Studio B
No cost
Thursday, Sept. 12
Class I: 9 – 11 a.m.
Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.
The PA Guild of Craftsmen will be instructing this two-hour class. Learn how to make a needle felted pumpkin. Lisa Haldeman will walk you through this fun and easy craft step by step. Payment is due the day of class (cash preferred). Space is limited. RSVP to Rhonda at ext. 33277 by Sept. 20.
GLH Studio B
$45
Thursday, Sept. 26 1 – 3 p.m.
Hand-built clay classes for residents, employees and families will be offered every Saturday in September and select Wednesdays. Sign up is essential due to space. Most projects are $5, which includes the clay class, glazing and all firings. No wheels are used, so it 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, Hand-built Clay Class Saturdays, 1 – 3 p.m., Open Glaze Studio 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 4 – 6 p.m., Hand-built Clay Class 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 4 – 6 p.m., Glaze Studio
(use side door on Eden View Drive):
Thursdays, 9 – 10 a.m.
Fridays, 9 – 10 a.m.
Thursday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, Noon – 4 p.m.
Orchard View Café Hours:
Thursday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, Noon – 4 p.m.
Enjoy hand-dipped ice cream, Masonic Village burgers and dogs.
Now accepting the MV Resident Meal Plan.
Sign up Aug. 26, 9 a.m., at the Clubhouse Info. Desk
You can also register on Village Connect for all of the excursions.
MONDAY, SEPT. 9
Pick-up: 9:45 a.m. Clubhouse, 10 a.m. FCC
Return: 2 p.m.
Pay at the door
Enjoy this 24-hole mini golf course located in Hellam. After golf, enjoy lunch. Cost is $11.99, which includes your choice of either a hamburger or hot dog, chips, fries, drink and ice cream.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
Pick-up: 9 a.m. FCC, 9:15 a.m. Clubhouse
Return: 2:30 p.m.
Pay at the door
Located at Spooky Nook, this show will feature hundreds of semi-finalist quilts for the American Quilters Society (AQS) Quilt Contest, with cash prizes awarded. A merchant mall with the latest supplies and machines for quilt making will be open during show hours. Cost for AQS members is $12, and non-members are $15.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 13
Pick-up: 6 p.m. FCC, 6:15 p.m. Clubhouse
Return: 8:30 p.m.
Freewill offering
This engaging journey with Calliope Brass takes the audience through the familiar tunes of Broadway, the elegant harmonies of opera and captivating scores from favorite movies and TV shows. The program is scheduled for 7 p.m. and takes place at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Elizabethtown.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 14
Pick-up: 12:45 p.m. Clubhouse, 1 p.m. FCC
Return: 5 p.m.
Freewill offering
A Broadway musical based on the best- selling novel and movie. It features a large cast, incredible dancing, beautiful costumes and scenery and themes of family, love, loyalty, time and immortality. This production is scheduled from 2 – 4:30 p.m. at Warwick High School in Lititz.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 15
Pick-up: 1:15 p.m. FCC, 1:30 p.m. Clubhouse
Return: 6 p.m.
$25
Take a trio of dashing men, add soaring melodies from stage and screen and then refine the sound with contemporary three-part vocal harmony, and you’ve got a ticket to Bachelors of Broadway. This exciting three-men act features arrangements of songs from modern and classic musicals like “Wicked,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Jersey Boys,” “42nd Street” and many more. This show is scheduled for 3 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18
Pick-up: 9:15 a.m. Clubhouse, 9:30 a.m. FCC
Return: 12:30 p.m.
Free
These informative one-day expos are very educational, providing you with the latest information regarding health, wellness, technology and more! Demonstrations will take place throughout the expo, located at Spooky Nook.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 21
Pick-up: 5:45 p.m. FCC, 6 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 9 p.m.
Freewill offering
Rizzetta’s Tones is an American Celtic world band. Comprised of fraternal twin dulcimers, silver flute, high and low whistles and guitars, the repertoire includes music from Ireland, Scotland and the USA. The concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Lancaster Church of the Brethren.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23
Pick-up: 12:30 p.m. FCC, 12:45 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 4 p.m.
$11.50
With more than 100 cars on display, including everything from the horseless carriages of the 18th century to the 70s and beyond, it’s sure to ignite, stir and drive your passion for the amazing automobiles. The tour is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25
Pick-up: 9:30 a.m. FCC, 9:45 a.m. Clubhouse Return: 11 a.m.
Free
Enjoy this informative and educational tour conducted by Tad Kuntz, farm market & orchard manager. Following a bus tour around the orchard with Farmer Tad, you will walk through the farm market to see the cold storage and apple washer/sorter in operation. This tour is approximately one hour.
TUESDAY, OCT. 1
Pick-up: 5:30 p.m. FCC, 5:45 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 10:30 p.m.
$35
Enjoy this wonderful concert filled with your most beloved Christian tunes and hymns. The concert is scheduled from 7 – 10 p.m. at the Lancaster Mennonite High School. RSVP and payment needed by Sept 9.
WED., OCT. 16
Pick-up: 12:30 p.m. FCC, 12:45 p.m. Clubhouse
Return: 5:30 p.m.
$54
This musical is the inspiring tale of a girl who became King, based on the stirring book by the late Oscar and Tony-nominated Douglas McGrath and the musical lyrics of icons Carole King, Barry Goffin, Barry Mann and Cynthia Well. The musical is scheduled from 2 – 4:30 p.m. RSVP and payment needed by Sept. 18.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30
Pick-up: 1:15 p.m. FCC, 1:30 p.m. Clubhouse Return: 6:30 p.m.
$84.55
Taken from his people, Daniel is exiled far from his home in the perilous kingdom of Babylon. Will his trust in God remain steadfast through every test of faith? From the fiery furnace to the infamous den of lions, witness one of the Bible’s most powerful stories as it comes to life in this brand-new original stage production scheduled for 3 p.m. RSVP and payment needed by Sept. 27.
MODERATE WALKING
EXTENSIVE WALKING
STEPS
Sign up Aug. 26, 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.
Tues., Sept. 3 Walmart, Palmyra
Wed., Sept. 4 Hill Top Market, Manheim
Thurs., Sept. 5 Park City Mall, Lancaster
Fri., Sept. 6 Hobby Lobby Craft Store, Lancaster This is the new store on Lincoln Highway.
Wed., Sept. 11 Lunch Trip: Outback Steakhouse or Carrabba’s, Lancaster. Please state which restaurant when signing up.
Mon., Sept. 16 Lunch Trip: Centerville Diner II, Mount Joy 10:45 a.m. FCC, 11 a.m. Clubhouse 2
Tues., Sept. 17 Root’s Market, Manheim
Fri., Sept. 20 Wegman’s Market, Lancaster
Tues., Sept. 24 Trader Joe’s, Camp Hill 8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.
Thurs., Sept. 26 Lunch Trip: Shady Maple Smorgasbord and stop at Good’s and the Farm Market, East Earl
Mon., Sept. 30 Joanne Fabric, Ollies, Dollar Tree and T.J. Maxx, Lancaster
RECURRING SCHEDULE Call ext. 33205
9:30 a.m. Clubhouse, 9:45 a.m. FCC 3 p.m.
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.
Monday, Sept. 30 – Sunday, Oct. 6
Explore wellness all week! Improve your wellness in the 7 dimensions and win prizes!
Monday, Sept. 30
ACTIVE AGING WEEK KICKOFF EVENT
1 – 3 p.m., Trexler Terrace
Pick up your Active Aging Activity Packet and stay for refreshments, friends and fun! Additional alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase in the Goose and Gridiron Tavern. If you cannot make it to the social, pick up your activity packet at the Baird Wellness Center, the Clubhouse Information Desk, the GLH Transportation Desk or the FCC Visitors Desk. Rain location Brossman Ballroom, Salon II.
Wednesday, Oct. 2 –
MASONIC VILLAGE CAMPFIRE EVENT
6:30 – 7:30 p.m., MHCC Parking Lot
Visit with friends from the MHCC and retirement living while enjoying live entertainment. Grilled hot dogs with toppings will be served. Rain date for campfire is Oct. 3. Seats will be available, but bring a lawn chair if you have one.
SELF-GUIDED ACTIVITY
See the Vocational Wellness section of your Active Aging Packet for ideas on how to enhance this dimension.
Friday, Oct. 4 –
SOUND IMMERSION MEDITATION
10 a.m., Brossman Ballroom, Salon II
Lori Stahl, a certified vibrational sound therapist will be offering a sound immersion meditation. You will close your eyes and allow the healing vibrations of gongs, bowls, tuning forks and other instruments to lead you into a place of stillness. They can help with energy blockages, improve sleep, and bring about a sense of clarity.
Sunday, Oct. 6
SELF-GUIDED ACTIVITIES:
• Attend a faith-based service.
• Take a nature walk.
• Pray or meditate for 10 minutes.
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Environmental
LANCASTER COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (LCSWMA) PRESENTATION
10 a.m., Keystone Room
Learn how LCSWMA manages the trash and recyclable materials from Lancaster County homes and businesses, as well as trash from the City of Harrisburg and surrounding Dauphin County communities. They employ a multi-step approach to disposal and processing, called an Integrated System. This Integrated System not only saves significant landfill capacity, it also creates clean, renewable energy.
Thursday, Oct. 3
MASONIC VILLAGE TRIVIA EVENT
2 p.m., Brossman Ballroom, Salon II
Test your trivia knowledge with “Thirst for Knowledge.” They will have different rounds of trivia, including Masonic Village facts and a music round. Refreshments, prizes and a good time will be provided. Reservations required; call ext. 14509 to RSVP.
Saturday, Oct. 5
BAINBRIDGE BAND
2 p.m., Deike Auditorium
Tap your feet and wiggle in your seat to the popular tunes played by the Bainbridge Band!
SELF-GUIDED SCAVENGER HUNT! Be active and enjoy this self-guided scavenger hunt around campus.
Return your AGE WELL Activity card to the Baird Wellness Center by Oct. 11 for a chance to win fun prizes!
Monday, October 7, from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
LODGE MULTIPURPOSE ROOM
Join Powerback Rehabilitation and the Baird Wellness Center to understand the importance of core strength and pelvic health for men and women and how it relates to overall quality of life. Review exercises to help improve your posture, balance and certain types of back and hip pain. Learn more about a comprehensive program to improve incontinence and core strength. There is no cost, but registration is required.
Call the Baird Wellness Center at 717-361-5699 or ext. 33783.
A core group of veterans is working on the final charter and plans to officially start the Elizabethtown Masonic Village Veterans Club (EMVVC). Membership information meetings will be scheduled in September, followed by the first official quarterly club meeting in the November/December timeframe. Club membership will be open to veterans who are Masonic Village residents or employees. Some of the overall goals for the club will be to:
(1) Provide an opportunity for veterans to meet, get together socially and establish new friendships. (2) Share information about veteran events and services available to veterans. (3) Support and/or participate in veteran-related events/holidays/social events.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact the core group by email at emvveteransclub@gmail.com or contact Grayson Koogle (U.S. Navy-Retired) at 717-361-5487.
Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 11, and Thursday, Sept. 12, 8:30 – 10 a.m. and 1 – 2:30 p.m.
EVERY ITEM OF CLOTHING IS $0.25!
◊ Cash only – no “sign-outs”
◊ Boutique will be closed Sept. 13 and reopen Sept. 16
◊ Located in the Grand Lodge Hall, Lower Level Proceeds directly benefit Masonic Village’s Mission of Love!
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.
Walt’s Children’s Puzzles: Walt Cook is our resident children’s puzzle maker. He loves to create colorful, amusing and child safe wooden puzzles. He also specializes in making customized puzzles of a child’s name. These make great gifts to be cherished for a lifetime. May we suggest that these will make great affordable gifts for the young ones in your family. We have many other unique creations for sale in our showroom. Come and visit us if you have a need for a project made from wood.