Renaissance - Summer 2022 by Willow Valley Communities

SUMMER 2022

A publication of Willow Valley Communities

TEDxLANCASTER Matthew Woodson, Cultivating the Power of Music pg. 30

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FRONT COVER PHOTO BY TEDX LANCASTER / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

RENAISSANCE Inspiring Mind, Body & Spirit

ENTERTAINER’S SERIES

3–8

GENERAL ADMISSION

9–10

WILLOW VALLEY WEBCAST

11–12

SPECIAL EVENTS

13–14

MOVIES

15–16

ART GALLERY

17–19

ART CLASSES

20–24

LIFE OF THE MIND

25–26

ONE DAY UNIVERSITY

27–29

EDUCATION CLASSES

30–34

COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

35–36

CAMERA CLUB CLASSES

WELLNESS SPECIAL EVENTS

38–39

EDUCATIONAL WALKS & HIKES

WELLNESS EDUCATION CLASSES

41–42

SUPPORT GROUPS

FITNESS CLASSES

44–47

AQUATICS CLASSES

EVENTS LIST BY DATE

52–53

EVENT REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Summer Entertainer’s Series Enjoy three performances for just $40 when you subscribe to the Summer Entertainer’s Series, or purchase tickets at individual prices as listed below. To make your reservation, complete the Reservation Request Form.

William Florian: Those Were the Days

Saxton’s Cornet Band

Join world-renowned entertainer William Florian for a journey through American folk and pop music of the 1960s and ’70s. You’ll hear songs by Peter, Paul & Mary, Neil Diamond, Pete Seeger, and others, including the band Florian once fronted, The New Christy Minstrels.

Saxton’s Cornet Band is America’s premier 19th century brass band, recreating the sounds of groups from the antebellum and Civil War eras. With their historically accurate performances — marked by dramatic readings, period humor, and dazzling music — they’ve appeared everywhere from movies to presidential inaugurations!

Thursday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $16

Servant Stage: Rock Around the Clock

Monday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $20

Get ready to twist and shout! Featuring a live rock band, iconic dances of days gone by, and wailing vocals, Rock Around the Clock pays tribute to the greatest hits of 1950s and ’60s old-time rock ’n’ roll. Wednesday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $10

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Cultural Center Theater Reservation Request Form

Summer 2022

NAME: COMMUNITY (check one):

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RESIDENCE (apt.):

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NORTH

SPRING RUN

PHONE NUMBER:

SEATING PREFERENCE:

All seating requests are subject to availability. Please refer to the seating chart on the reverse side of this page.

If you would like to sit with someone from a residence different from your own, please use this portion for their reservation. Each party will be billed separately. NAME: COMMUNITY (check one):

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SUBSCRIPTION

ENTERTAINER’S SERIES

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

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Series Price

Number of Series

Ticket Price

Number of Tickets

$ 40

William Florian: Those Were the Days

$ 16

Servant Stage: Rock Around the Clock

$ 10

Saxton’s Cornet Band

$ 20

Thursday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m.

Monday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m.

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Mail your completed RESERVATION REQUEST FORM to the Cultural Center Theater Box Office by May 27, 2022. Please do not cut, fold, staple, tape, or enclose this form in an envelope; just send it as is using in-house mail. 4

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Cultural Center Theater Guidelines • To make a reservation, please fill out the Reservation Request Form on the reverse side of this page. It is not necessary to cut, fold, staple, tape, or put it into an envelope; simply put it into the in-house mail as is.

• If you would like to attend a show but do not have a ticket, call the box office at 717.464.6433 to check availability. Typically, tickets are returned the day of the show, and you may come to the ticket window to purchase a ticket.

• If you would like to sit with someone, please include their reservation information on your form in the appropriate location. Each party will be billed separately unless instructed otherwise.

• Arrive early enough to be seated before the lights dim. Walking into the darkened theater, down the aisle, and into your seat is not safe. It disturbs not only the audience, but the performer as well. Late seating will not be permitted.

• Transportation will be provided for all shows. For evening shows, the shuttle will make continuous runs on each campus beginning at 5:40 p.m. (Manor Campus) and 5:45 p.m. (Lakes Campus). At the end of the program, buses will run until all residents have returned to their drop-off location. For daytime shows, please follow the Campus Loop schedule. On-demand transportation will be available until after the show is over.

• Seat locations printed on your tickets are not guaranteed after the start of the performance.

• Kindly keep colognes and perfumes to a minimum. Some people are highly allergic to aromas. • Turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices. • No flash photography.

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Enjoy an upbeat musical tour of 1960s and ’70s folk and pop with William Florian, a singer-songwriter and entertainer known around the world. He'll perform songs by Peter, Paul & Mary, Neil Diamond, Pete Seeger, The Mamas and The Papas, and others, including some from his time as lead singer of The New Christy Minstrels. William’s amazing musical journey started at age 11, when he received his first guitar after watching The Beatles perform on The Ed Sullivan Show. His road to fame is as much a lyrical journey as the songs he performs, and this type of wandering is exactly how he entertains during Those Were the Days. During an evening with William, you can expect a perfect combination of musician and storyteller, blending wonderful music with humor and memoir.

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William Florian: Those Were the Days

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Thursday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $16 Register: Reservation Request Form

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Servant Stage: Rock Around the Clock This original revue paying tribute to the old-time rock ’n’ roll of the 1950s and ’60s is the ultimate in feel-good summer fun! Rock Around the Clock features a live rock band, incredible vocals sure to bring down the house, and dances you’ll remember from the good old days. You’ll want to get up and twist, shout, and sing along all night long! Wednesday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $10 Register: Reservation Request Form

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Saxton’s Cornet Band Saxton’s Cornet Band recreates the sounds, appearance, and conduct of American brass bands from the Civil War to the turn of the century. Named for one of the most popular and long-lived ensembles that performed in Kentucky from before the Civil War into the early 20th century, the Saxton’s Cornet Band of today strives to carry on the spirit and high standards of the original ensemble. Their high-energy concert experience is historically accurate, complete with dramatic readings and period humor in addition to excellent music. Saxton's has performed for the National Park Service around the country, including Gettysburg National Military Park and the inauguration of President George W. Bush. The band has been featured on the silver screen too, in the films Gettysburg and The Day Lincoln Was Shot. In addition to performing around the world, Saxton's was recently featured on American Public Media’s hit radio show Performance Today, from a live concert held in Ramsey Concert Hall at the University of Georgia. Monday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $20 Register: Reservation Request Form

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GENERAL ADMISSION

General Admission

New York Ringers Joining together are two handbell choirs from New York, the Katonah Celebration Ringers from Katonah and the Emanuel Ringers from Pleasantville. The two have formed a special bond since the 1980s, hosting an annual concert each December and ringing together at festivals throughout the year. On this year’s tour, 15 ringers will stop at Willow Valley Communities on their way to the 20th International Handbell Symposium in Nashville. Come enjoy a mix of peppy and contemplative songs from this handbell supergroup. Saturday, July 23 at 3:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration. Tickets will be issued for this event.

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Festival of Short Films Spring Run Resident Dale Johnson will present his fourth edition of approximately 15 short films from around the world. In addition to the traditional short film, this program broadens the definition to include some fabulous commercials and music videos. Each film is a gem, but in a different way. You will definitely leave the theater feeling good and with a smile on your face. Thursday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration. Tickets will not be issued for this event, but registration is required.

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W I L L O W VA L L E Y W E B C A S T

Willow Valley Webcast Webcast and On-Demand programming treats music and art lovers to one-of-a-kind experiences around the world, broadcast directly to the Cultural Center Theater. Tickets are just $5. Register using Event Registration.

Fabio Luisi Conducts Beethoven, Strauss & Schoenberg with the Danish National Symphony Orchestra

Antony Hermus Conducts Galaxymphony: Music from Sci-Fi Cinema

Take a journey through Romantic music with Fabio Luisi and the Danish National Symphony Orchestra. The somber low notes of Verklärte Nacht open the performance, expressing the pathos of a young Schoenberg. Strauss’s Horn Concerto No. 1 follows, outstandingly executed by Lasse Mauritzen, the symphony’s principal horn player. The evening concludes with a volcanic rendition of Beethoven’s Seventh, a piece embodying the musical elements that would inspire and define Romantic music for most of the 19th century.

The legendary soundtracks of your favorite sci-fi classics are getting a grand orchestral treatment. Join the Danish National Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Antony Hermus, for a voyage through selections from 2001: A Space Odyssey, Blade Runner, Aliens, Avatar, Planet of the Apes, Star Trek, and Star Wars. Voiceover work by David Bateson, Agent 47 in the Hitman series, plus vocals from Jihye Kim and the Hymnia and Camerata chamber choirs, round out the cast capturing the sci-fi spirit for the symphony hall!

Friday, June 10 at 1:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 32 minutes

Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 42 minutes

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The Mariinsky Ballet: Jewels by Balanchine, Music by Fauré, Stravinsky & Tchaikovsky Choreographed by George Balanchine in 1967, Jewels is performed here by star dancers Ulyana Lopatkina, Igor Zelensky, and Andrian Fadeyev, together with Tugan Sokhiev and the Mariinsky Orchestra. Considered the first great abstract work of classical ballet, its three acts — Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond — feature Stravinsky’s Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 3, and selections from Gabriel Fauré’s Pelléas et Mélisande and Shylock. Tuesday, July 26 at 1:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 31 minutes

Exhibition On Screen: David Hockney at The Royal Academy of Arts One of Britain’s most popular artists, 84-year-old David Hockney shows absolutely no evidence of slowing down or losing his trademark boldness. Featuring intimate and in-depth interviews with the artist, this film focuses on two exhibitions held in 2012 and 2016 at The Royal Academy of Arts in London, A Bigger Picture and 82 Portraits and 1 Still Life. Tuesday, August 16 at 1:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 25 minutes

Tugan Sokhiev Conducts Borodin, Ibert, Debussy & Tchaikovsky with Emmanuel Pahud Tugan Sokhiev leads renowned flautist Emmanuel Pahud and the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse in a stirring concert. It opens with Borodin’s evocative In the Steppes of Central Asia, followed by Jacques Ibert’s Flute Concerto. Pahud’s flute flourishes create an elegant lead-in to Debussy’s Syrinx before a finale that is grand indeed: Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony. The orchestration is epic, the accents dramatic, and the direction of Tugan Sokhiev irreproachable: a real tour de force! Thursday, September 1 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 28 minutes

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Special Events

Remembering & Honoring Decoration Day was established after the Civil War to honor those who had died in American wars. After World War II, it gradually became known as Memorial Day, declared the ofﬁcial name by federal law in 1967. This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor Missing in Action (MIA) veterans of all of our wars, including Captain Gene A. Culbertson, United States Air Force, the father of our friend and fellow Resident Susan Culbertson. Captain Culbertson and a crew of three, assigned to the 37th Bombardment Group from the Pusan Air Force Base in Korea, were shot down on February 23, 1953, on a low-altitude bombing run targeting the enemy supply line known as Black 16. They never returned. We will also remember the tradition of setting a table in honor of our prisoners of war and missing comrades, in place since the Vietnam War. The table is decorated with special symbols to help us remember our brothers and sisters in arms. Please join us as we discuss these symbols and honor the memory of Captain Culbertson and all of America’s MIAs. Thursday, May 26 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration. Tickets will not be issued for this event, but registration is required. 13

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Father’s Day Car Show In celebration of Father’s Day, Residents will showcase their classic, sport, and current-day model cars at the Cultural Center upper parking area. Come take a closer look, talk to the owners, and enjoy live music, food trucks, milkshakes from the PA Dairymen's Association, and more! Transportation and parking details will appear in the Weekly Insider closer to the date. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be rescheduled. Saturday, June 18 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Upper Level Cost: No charge Register: Registration is not necessary.

Dance with By Request Celebrate summer by dancing the night away with that special someone. Music will be provided by the popular dance band By Request. Bandleader Bob Kreitz promises to entertain with a little something for everyone. A cash bar serving beer and wine will be available. Wednesday, August 3 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cultural Center Ballroom Cost: $5/person Register: Event Registration

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MOVIES

Movies Take a break from the heat and enjoy a great lineup of movies this summer in the Cultural Center Theater. Registration and tickets are not required. Just come in, find a seat, and enjoy! On-Demand transportation is available before and after the movies by calling the On-Demand number: 717.314.8858. All movies begin at 1:30 p.m.

Here Today Veteran comedy writer Charlie Burnz (Billy Crystal) forms an unlikely friendship with singer Emma Payge (Tiffany Haddish) in this comedy-drama. Emma wins a prize to have lunch withCharlie, despite not knowing who he is, and the two get off to a rocky start. Before long, each finds in the other a sort of soul mate as they forge a deep bond that kicks the generation gap aside and redefines the meaning of friendship, love, and trust. Friday, June 3 Length: 1 hour, 57 minutes

The Shot Felt ’Round the World This documentary tells the story of Dr. Jonas Salk, who developed the vaccine that conquered the most feared disease of the 20th century: polio. Featuring interviews with world-renowned experts, as well as people affected by polio themselves, the film chronicles the methods and people involved in developing this critical vaccine. Wednesday, June 22 Length: 1 hour, 7 minutes

West Side Story (2021) Among the decaying tenements of 1957 Manhattan’s San Juan Hill neighborhood, two gangs fight for control of the streets — tough Riff’s Jets and the swaggering Bernardo’s Puerto Rican Sharks. With a winner-takes-all rumble on the cards, an unexpected romance between former Jet Tony and Bernardo’s little sister María sets the stage for a turf war. But what’s a gang without its territory? And when the future is uncertain, what’s hope without love? Thursday, July 21 Length: 2 hours, 36 minutes

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Belfast Written and directed by Kenneth Branagh, Belfast chronicles the life of a working-class family and their young son’s childhood during the tumult of late 1960s Northern Ireland. This semi-autobiographical film stars Judi Dench, Caitriona Balfe, and Jamie Dornan and was nominated for seven Golden Globe Awards and seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Tuesday, August 9 Length: 1 hour, 38 minutes

Minari A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean American family as they move to a tiny Arkansas farm in search of the American Dream. Their home life changes completely when their sly, foulmouthed, but loving grandmother arrives. Amid the instability and challenges of a new life in the rugged Ozarks, this film shows the resilience of family and what really makes a home. Thursday, August 18 Length: 1 hour, 55 minutes

Because of Charley In this comedy-drama, an estranged, racially mixed stepfamily reluctantly gathers at a Central Florida home to celebrate an anniversary, intending to keep the visit short. Everything changes, though, when a hurricane hits, and the family must pull together in spite of their differences. Set against the actual 2004 Hurricane Charley, this film won Best Picture at the 2021 Orlando Film Festival. Monday, August 29 Length: 1 hour, 53 minutes

Land In the aftermath of an unfathomable event, Edee (Robin Wright) finds herself bereaved and unable to stay connected to the world she once knew. She retreats to the magnificent, unforgiving wilds of the Rocky Mountains, determined to live off the grid in Wyoming. But after a local hunter brings her back from the brink of death, she must find a way to live again. Tuesday, September 6 Length: 1 hour, 29 minutes

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ART GALLERY

Art Gallery Willow Valley Quilt Guild It has been said that quilting is the art of stitching little pieces of yourself — your heart, soul, talent, and vision — using threads of love and beautiful fabric. The process of creating a quilt involves several steps, including designing, piecing, appliqué, quilting, and binding. When the quilt top is complete and layered with batting and backing, the actual quilting can be done by hand, with a sewing machine, or by using a specialized longarm quilting system. The Willow Valley Quilt Guild was formed in 2008 by 20 Residents who shared a love of quilting. Today, it has more than 60 members, ranging from beginners to expert quilters, who continue to hone their skills through instructional programs, lectures, and workshops. They also volunteer to make lap quilts and walker bags for Supportive Living Residents at Willow Valley, as well as charity quilts and place mats for the Lancaster community. This display of quilted wall hangings made by Guild members is as varied as the quilters themselves. We hope you enjoy seeing the different techniques each quilter incorporated into these one-of-a-kind creations. June 20 – July 29 Cultural Center Art Gallery

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Tamara Teets, Acrylics Tamara Teets is a fine artist and teacher specializing in wildlife and landscape acrylic paintings. She started drawing and painting at a young age and began winning art awards while attending Lampeter-Strasburg High School. After working with handicapped adults and children for many years, she decided to go to college at age 38 to pursue her love of art and earn her BFA. She graduated magna cum laude from Pennsylvania College of Art in 2007. Tammy started painting in oils, but fell in love with acrylics while in college. She also enjoys drawing in pencil, ink, and colored pencil. Tammy says, “Over the years, my love for nature, hiking, photography, and art have merged into my passion for vibrant photorealistic paintings of wildlife and landscape that bring my canvas to life with bold colors and lighting. My other passion is teaching. I have been teaching art at Willow Valley Communities for almost 14 years and still get excited nurturing new and established artists in my classes. I think every painting I attempt is a learning experience that helps me grow as an artist and teacher.” August 1 – September 9 Cultural Center Art Gallery

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ART CLASSES

Art Classes All classes are held in the Cultural Center Art Studio. Register using Event Registration. Open Studio Hours

The Cultural Center Art Studio is available during non-class hours for anyone who wishes to work on individual projects, or to arrange small groups. For more information, call 717.464.6438.

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Class Cancellation Policy

Please cancel prior to the start of the class. Those registered who do not attend and do not cancel will be charged. An exception will be made for illness, but students must call the Events Coordinator at 717.464.6438.

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Watercolor: Woodland Trail Walking along a woodland trail, Linda came upon this beautiful scene. Let’s paint it together in this 3-day workshop! Bring your own supplies. Once you register, a supply list will be sent to you. Extra supplies will be provided that you can use while in class. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, June 1, 2, 3 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Instructor: Linda Luke, Professional Artist Cost: $80/3 sessions (supply list online)

Beginner Acrylic Class: Beyond the Basics Designed for the near beginner who already has some painting experience. You will learn early painting skills, but ones that are beyond the basics. Subjects taught include shading, blending, texture, and perspective. Paint from a still life created by the instructor. Wednesdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $50 (supply list online)

Market Basket Workshop Learn the basics of basketry while you make a woven market basket. The size of the basket is 8” x 8” x 4”. With the handle, it measures 10” tall. The basket is fully functional and can be used for display or storage. Monday, Tuesday, June 20, 21 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Bob Antonsihak, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $65 (supplies included)

Dough Bowl Candle Workshop Create a unique scented candle in a handcrafted wooden dough bowl. Approximate size is 9”– 10.5”. The instructor will provide all the tools you need to make this beautiful candle. Choose from 15 different scents, dried greenery, and florals to decorate your bowl to make it your own. Tuesday, June 28 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Arielle Ortiz, The Goddess District, King of Prussia Cost: $45 (supplies included)

Succulent Birdhouse Workshop Be sure to sign up for this unique planting event! This handcrafted birdhouse planter can be used as a beautiful decorative display in your home or as a functioning birdhouse. The instructor will walk you through planting a variety of succulents and moss in this 7.5” x 11.5” planter and teach you how to properly care for the plants. Thursday, June 30 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Instructor: Kim Bailor, Terrarium Therapy Cost: $65 (supplies included)

Painting with a Twist: Backyard Birdhouse Painting with a Twist puts the PARTY in art! Enjoy a fun time with friends as you listen to oldies music, answer trivia questions, and laugh while a professional artist guides you in creating a masterpiece, Backyard Birdhouse, on a 16” x 20” canvas. Wednesday, July 13 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Melissa Carroll, Art Instructor Cost: $40 (supplies included)

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Quilling Workshop: Paper Art Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. In this workshop, the instructor will teach you how to shape the paper using different quilling techniques. Choose from one of the designs pictured, or get really creative and make your own design. All designs will be mounted on an 8” x 8” wooden frame. Wednesdays, July 20, 27 Session 1: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Session 2: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $43 (supplies included)

Fused Glass: Plates & Pendants Learn basic glass cutting techniques and make small items suitable as pendants or earrings using dichroic glass, or suncatchers or small plates from interesting “scrap” glass and pre-cut shapes, frit, stringers, and noodles. Participants will receive a safety overview followed by a summary of the glass fusing process, including the tools and equipment used to make functional fused glass and how everyday physics and chemistry play a role in glass art. No experience necessary. Thursday, July 21 Session 1: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Session 2: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Dan Hayward, Master Artisan Cost: $37 (supplies included)

Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Learn how to paint your own mini barn quilt. In this workshop, you’ll create an 11” square perfect for displaying indoors. Once you learn how, you can paint any size for indoor or outdoor use. Choose from six different designs or create your own. A variety of paint colors will be supplied. Bring your own colors if you wish to match something you have at home. Wednesday, August 3 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Andrea Hoke, Owner, Miss Andrea Quilts Cost: $45 (supplies included) 23

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Gourd-to-Pear Workshop Get to know the unique craft of gourding through the creation of a simple but beautiful pear. After selecting a gourd, you'll learn cleaning, sanding, and leveling techniques to prepare your “canvas.” We'll then focus on elements of design and color, as well as methods of color application, helping you choose one that suits your taste. Some artists add adornments (e.g., leaves, etc.), while others like a more minimalist look. We'll then explore techniques for sealing your pear. Each participant will leave with a completed piece suitable for display in any season. Thursday, August 25 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Jeff McCombie, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $65 (supplies included)

Mixed-Media Open Studio Work at your own pace, in your own medium, with guidance from the instructor. Beginner to advanced levels are welcome. Instructor has experience working with the following mediums: acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, and drawing. Work from photos you bring or a still life provided by the instructor. Choose one session. Session 1: Mondays, Tuesdays, June 6, 7, 13, 14 Session 2: Mondays, Tuesdays, July 11, 12, 18, 19 Session 3: Mondays, Tuesdays, August 15, 16, 22, 23 Session 4: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, September 6, 7, 13, 14 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $50/session

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LIFE OF THE MIND

Life of the Mind Socrates Café Socrates Café encourages spirited discussion about issues and topics that challenge our beliefs about contemporary society and who we are as human beings. Our quest is not to arrive at answers or consensus but rather to develop more and better questions. We seek clarification of our own thinking, and careful and respectful consideration of the views of others, as we sift through, sort out, and attempt to arrive at new insights into the topics under discussion. So if you enjoy thinking about and questioning commonly accepted assumptions, even your own, and if you are willing to challenge the taken-for-granted authority of any position or representation of fact or truth, join us at Socrates Café. Socrates Café meets in the Cultural Center Education Room on the second Monday of each month, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

“We are concerned with how to think, not what to think, how to keep our minds active and fully functioning throughout our lives.”

— Kay Vandergrift

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.”

— Albert Einstein

“Wisdom begins in wonder.”

— Socrates

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Citizenship

Uncertainty

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.” — Margaret Mead

“The quest for certainty blocks the search for meaning. Uncertainty is the very condition to impel man to unfold his powers.” — Erich Fromm

How do we justify the message on the Statue of Liberty with open borders and immigration laws?

What are our effective mechanisms to deal with uncertainty?

Monday, June 13

Monday, August 8

The Constitution

Capitalism & Socialism

“The US Constitution doesn’t guarantee happiness, only the pursuit of it. You have to catch up with it yourself.” — Benjamin Franklin

“The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries.” — Winston Churchill

How does the Constitution support continuous change in society?

Why does the country’s democracy struggle between these two philosophical stances?

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Great Decisions At Great Decisions, we discuss and debate current world issues. These discussions are supported by materials prepared by the Foreign Policy Association, and a background book may be ordered from the association’s website. A DVD concerning the topic will also be shown at each meeting. The coordinators invite Residents of all Willow Valley Communities to attend and expand their understanding of important issues that impact our world. From January through June and September through November, the Great Decisions Group meets in The Joseph F. McDonald Auditorium in Spring Run on the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m.

Quad Alliance

Drug Policy in Latin America

As part of its pivot to Asia, the United States has been in dialogue with Japan, Australia, and India in an effort to contain China. Recently, the Quad countries held joint naval exercises in the South Pacific. How effective will the actions of this alliance be?

The issue of migration to the United States from Latin America has overshadowed the War on Drugs, now underway for decades with little signs of progress. What are the roots and logic of today’s drug policies in Latin America? Is it time to reconsider punitive policies that disrupt supply chains and punish drug possession?

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One Day University One Day University handpicks professors from the world’s top schools to present their best lectures on history, psychology, politics, art, foreign affairs, literature, music, philosophy, film, and more. These recorded streaming events are designed to inform and inspire “students for a day,” intellectually curious people who believe that learning is a fun, rewarding lifelong process. All events take place in the Cultural Center Theater. The cost of $5 is billed to your monthly statement. Register using Event Registration.

Henry Ford: Genius of Mass Production

Daniel Breen | Brandeis University

Henry Ford may have been the most influential and infuriating of all of America’s industrial geniuses. No one did more to bring about the mass consumer economy of the modern United States, with its continuing reliance on the automobile. Yet Ford combined his visionary impulses with an intense nostalgia for the rural past (a past his own innovations helped consign to oblivion) and a truly awful commitment to anti-Semitism. Who, really, was Henry Ford? In this presentation, we’ll try to address that question by delving into the contributions and complexities of this peculiar American genius.

Daniel Breen is a senior lecturer in legal studies at Brandeis University and a recipient of the Louis Brandeis Award for Excellence in Teaching. While his primary academic interests lie in the law and politics of the Early Republic, he also holds a PhD in American history and enjoys lecturing on a wide variety of subjects. Professor Breen is currently working on an article about the secession movement in New England during the Jefferson and Madison administrations. Tuesday, June 14 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 6 minutes

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The Statue of Liberty: The Full (Little-Known) Story The Statue of Liberty is an icon, a national treasure, and one of the most recognizable figures in the world. Each year, millions make the journey to experience its history and grandeur in person. Most see the statue as a symbol of freedom, inspiration, and hope for successive waves of immigrants — but they might be shocked to learn that it originally had nothing to do with immigration. It was a gift from the people of France to the people of the United States to commemorate the centennials of the American (1776) and French (1789) Revolutions, as well as to celebrate the relationship between the two countries. Historian Edward O’Donnell will tell the story of how French reformer Édouard de Laboulaye conceived of the idea, how sculptor Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi created the structure, and how it almost ended up somewhere other than New York Harbor. Along the way, he’ll explain how the statue gradually transformed into an immigration icon and a very powerful and pliable political symbol.

Edward O’Donnell College of the Holy Cross Professor Edward O’Donnell teaches history at the College of the Holy Cross. He is the author of several books, including Henry George and the Crisis of Inequality: Progress and Poverty in the Gilded Age. He often contributes op-eds to publications like Newsweek and The Huffington Post, and has been featured on PBS, the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, and C-SPAN. O’Donnell has curated several major museum exhibits on American history and appeared in historical documentaries. He currently hosts a history podcast, In the Past Lane. Wednesday, June 29 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Length: 59 minutes

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Beyond Chocolate & Vanilla: The Delicious History of Ice Cream In the 16th century, alchemists discovered how to lower the freezing temperature of water to zero degrees. Less than a century later, chefs were using the technique to create the world’s favorite dessert: ice cream! This talk will look at its fascinating history, science, and social impact. Culinary historian Sarah Lohman will tell the stories of classic — and not so classic — ice cream flavors, from chocolate and vanilla to ambergris and brown bread. She’ll talk about what gives ice cream its softness, as well as the role of ice cream parlors in 19th century feminism. You’ll learn which came first, the ice cream sandwich or the ice cream cone, and the surprisingly old origin of Dippin’ Dots, “the ice cream of the future.” Top off the afternoon by enjoying a scoop of ice cream after the program!

Sarah Lohman | Culinary Historian Sarah Lohman is the author of the best-selling book Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. As a culinary historian, she focuses on the history of food as a way to access the stories of diverse Americans. Her work has been featured in both The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, as well as on the Cooking Channel and All Things Considered. Thursday, July 14 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Length: 59 minutes Cost: $7 (includes lecture and ice cream) 28

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The Epic Story of the American Railroad The Roman Colosseum: The Building & The Grand Spectacles Join Professor Andrew Kranis from Rome for a virtual tour of the 1st century gladiatorial amphitheater built to entertain, intimidate, and flatter the Roman people for more than five centuries. Examine its site within the ancient city, its cutting-edge architectural features, and its role as Italy’s unofficial logo. As the most ambitious and technologically complex structure ever constructed for pure blood sport, it stands as the world’s most enduring example of “negative heritage” while setting the standard for the Las Vegas and Broadway-style stagecraft and spectacle we see today.

Railroads made America. By the time the country entered World War I, it had 254,000 route miles of railway. Early lines allowed the spread of people and industry, with the Transcontinental linking the East and West Coasts by speedy transport for the first time. Road or sea trips that once took months could now be taken by train in days. Railways had stimulated the rapid growth in the second half of the 19th century, by which time they had become the biggest companies in the land — and their owners, like JP Morgan, Vanderbilt, and Edward Harriman, were among its richest men. Sadly, America abandoned most of its passenger railways in the immediate postwar period, greatly increasing its reliance on road transport, a trend that many states are now hoping to reverse.

Andrew Kranis The American Academy in Rome

Christian Wolmar The Royal Historical Society

Andrew Kranis is a fellow of the American Academy in Rome and has taught at the University of Arkansas and Temple University. Winner of the National Endowment for the Arts Rome Prize, he is a LEEDaccredited architect and the principal of Andrew Kranis Architecture and Environmental Design. He teaches and practices with an emphasis on the intersection of urbanism, ecology, and conservation, using Rome as a laboratory for exploring the role of architecture within a deep, broad urban fabric.

Christian Wolmar, a fellow of the The Royal Historical Society, is a journalist and broadcaster who specializes in transportation. A former transportation correspondent for The Independent, he is a frequent guest on TV and radio shows, appearing most recently in the railway documentary Ian Hislop: Trains That Changed the World. The author of twenty books, his volumes on railway history include The Great Railway Revolution: The History of Trains in America and Blood, Iron, and Gold: How the Railroads Transformed the World.

Friday, August 5 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 2 minutes

Wednesday, August 24 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 10 minutes

TEDxLancaster: Making a Difference The nonprofit TED started in 1984 as a conference where technology, entertainment, and design ideas converged. Today, nearly all kinds of topics are covered in TED Talks — short, powerful presentations of 18 minutes or less designed to educate audiences about new ideas. TEDx events are independently organized in towns and cities around the world. Founded in 2014, TEDxLancaster gives local thought leaders a platform to spread their ideas for sparking positive change in the community. This live, in-person event will feature the eight talks described on the following pages, plus pre-recorded TED Talk videos.

Tuesday, June 21 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge Register: Registration is required, but tickets will not be issued for this event. Please note, there will be an intermission during this event.

Andrew Bliss: Turning Chance into Structure — The Necessity of Mentorship in Youth

Vincent Carson: The Power of Genetic Diagnosis

A chance meeting resulted in Andrew, then a student at Lampeter-Strasburg High School, collaborating with a doctor to create a knee brace that went on to receive a patent. He found the experience invaluable, so he created STEM Pioneers, a mentorship program that brings together mentors and mentees to foster these collaborations rather than having them happen by chance. His talk is a blueprint for how to make that happen in schools across the country.

Vincent serves as Clinical Operations Director of the world-renowned Clinic for Special Children in Strasburg. His talk is about the importance of genetic testing and how it is dramatically changing the treatment of patients. The clinic is already using it to make great strides in the patients they treat, and with the cost of genetic testing decreasing, it will become the norm…if healthcare professionals are open to learning about it and adopting it as protocol.

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Dr. Alexia McKnight: Tech-Savvy Tips to Revolutionize Your Health Dr. McKnight was a normal, healthy individual until her health took a sudden and dramatic turn for the worse. She even remembers the day it all started: when the electric company replaced her analog electric meter with a new smart meter. Through investigative work and research, she determined that the radiation from smart meters, Wi-Fi, cell phones, and other wireless devices was the cause of her debilitating state, known as Havana Syndrome. In her talk, she'll explain how to minimize the negative impact of technological devices.

Will Kiefer & Nate Luvice: Want Generational Change? Share Your Network Nate was a kid from the streets of Lancaster with few advantages. After being shot while committing a robbery, he knew he needed to make a major life change. Nate contacted Will, founder of Bench Mark Program, and it changed his life. Now Nate talks to “street kids” about how the proper network can change their lives, and Will talks to professionals about sharing their network with kids like Nate. Their talk focuses on the power of this type of networking.

Eric Sauder: We’re Trying to Solve the Climate Crisis at the Wrong Scale Eric is the founder of RegenAll, a Lancaster-based nonprofit that addresses climate change initiatives at the local level. Although national and global climate change initiatives are taking place, often there is no follow-through (for example, the Paris Accord). His approach is to implement climate change strategies on a local level. He works with many local farmers and says rural communities are the key to shifting toward large-scale climate change.

Gail Scott: Big Pharma & the Overdose Crisis — How I Went from Drug Rep to Whistleblower Gail was a pharmaceutical rep who saw inconsistencies in how addictive drugs were marketed and prescribed. She noticed that doctors and drug companies were conspiring to overly prescribe these drugs and keep people on them for as long as possible, all in the name of profit. But when she voiced her concerns, they were ignored. Gail ended up becoming a whistleblower for the US Department of Justice in a record-setting civil and criminal case against an addictive medicine manufacturer.

Matthew Woodson: Cultivating the Power of Music As Director of Community Percussion for local nonprofit Music for Everyone, Matthew instructs students from the School District of Lancaster and facilitates group drumming events and programs throughout the community. In this talk, he shares how his work empowers others to pursue music in a way that helps them gain people skills, break down barriers in order to strengthen unity, and provide a place where they feel safe to grow. He will also perform on the steel pan.

Tracie Young: A Wildlife Rehabilitator’s Plea to Those Who Hunt & Fish Tracie is Founder, Director, and Wildlife Rehabilitator of Raven Ridge Wildlife Center in Washington Boro. While many lead-based products have been banned, lead shot and fishing weights continue to poison animals, pollute water and soil, and contaminate our food supply. Tracie’s goal is to educate sportsmen on the dangers of these lead-based products. While many people don’t think lead affects them, she points to common health issues that may be caused by lead.

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Lunch & Learn: Harrisburg’s Artistic Treasure, Violet Oakley In 1897, the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg burned to the ground, and Joseph Miller Huston was hired soon after to design a new structure. He called his creation a “Palace of Art” and hired numerous men to create murals, sculptures, stained glass, and mosaic tiled floors. Soon after construction was underway, the man in charge of murals, Edwin Abbey, died, and Huston made an unthinkable decision. He hired a young, talented female artist from the Philadelphia area, Violet Oakley, who ultimately designed the grand, vivid murals in the Governor’s Reception Room, the State Senate, and the State Supreme Court Chamber. Learn about Oakley and take a PowerPoint tour within the capitol walls, exploring her wonderful artistic treasures. Monday, June 20 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $10 (includes lecture and lunch) 33

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Lancaster County One-Room Schools Through the Lens of the Camera Club A one-room schoolhouse is an iconic American scene. Join Ginger Shelley and the Camera Club as they share images from an award-winning book on Lancaster County one-room schoolhouses. Learn about the history and architecture of these buildings, and enjoy a video of repurposed one-room schools in the Lampeter area that was shown at a national conference. Ginger will also discuss how collaboration can enhance a project. Monday, June 27 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Ginger Shelley, Villa Resident Cost: No charge

Photo by Benton Webber

The History of the Conestoga River Take a photographic tour down the Conestoga River and learn the history of this local waterway from the time of the Native Americans and early settlers to the current day. See the bridges and mills, along with recreational activities such as paddleboats and an amusement park. Monday, July 11 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

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COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY

Computer & Technology Classes Register using Event Registration.

The Cloud What is all this talk about “the cloud,” and what good is it to you? Find out what the cloud is all about and how you can use it to your advantage. Store your large trove of pictures there and have them available from all your devices. Back up your important data without having to purchase backup or flash drives (memory sticks). How safe is the cloud? Come and find out. Thursday, June 16 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Cathy Thorn, Gables Resident Cost: No charge

Personal Computer Routine Housekeeping Is your PC running slow or doing things you don’t want? In this class, the presenter will explain the routine actions he takes to keep his PC operating the way he wants. Residents who sign up for the class will be sent an email soliciting questions they would like answered. Those questions and answers will be covered first. Please be sure your email address is current in the Willow Valley Resident Directory. Wednesday, July 6 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Sid Paskowitz, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

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Understanding TiVo TiVo is the digital recorder of choice. If you’d like to learn how it could benefit you, this is your chance! This class will demonstrate basic features like using the program guide, recording programs, replaying dialogue you missed, skipping commercials, and always recording a program when it is shown. If you already have a TiVo, learn more advanced features such as skipping through the guide, displaying only your favorite channels, accessing premium services, and playing recorded programs 30% faster. You’ll receive a useful handout covering basic installation, setup, and use; several intermediate and advanced features; and troubleshooting suggestions. Thursday, July 18 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Instructor: Tony Poulos, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

Need help with event registration? We have included a link at the top of Information Central (the Computer Club icon on the Resident Computer Kiosk home page) for the names of contacts in each community.

Managing Your Modem & Router Computers, tablets, smartphones, TVs, and other electronics of all types are dependent on connecting to the internet. How does your home network work? This class will provide modem, router, and network basics, and you’ll learn troubleshooting techniques you can use when your home network isn’t working correctly. Tuesday, August 9 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Tony Poulos, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

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Need computer help? Visit the Resident Kiosk, Computer Club (Information Central), and note the entry at the top of the page.

Would you like to teach a class as part of the Computer Club’s continuing education for Residents? Contact Chuck Smith: csmithii@aol.com.

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Introduction to Photo Editing This class will demonstrate basic editing functions that can be accomplished with almost any editing software, including straightening, cropping, changing brightness/ contrast/color, sharpening, and removing blemishes. When you see the improvements that can be made, you’ll be encouraged to step into the world of photo editing and move further along in your journey to great pictures. Tuesday, June 28 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Tony Poulos, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

Snapseed: A Free Photo Editor for Smartphones Most cell phone photos can be improved by using a photo editor. All smartphones come with a photo editing application, but none of them provide the advanced editing capabilities of Snapseed. This class will show you how to remove unwanted objects in a photo, how to make lighting adjustments to only selected parts of a photo, and how to use other capabilities of the Snapseed application. Thursday, July 7 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Ron Dillon, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge 37

Improve Your Pictures — Clear Away the Clutter The simple yet powerful technique of cropping can make substantial improvements in your photos. While taking a picture, we don’t always have time or we forget to fill the frame and apply basic composition rules. Nearly all photo editing programs have easy cropping methods we can use to recompose, zoom in, clear away distracting elements (the clutter), and make the subject stand out. Cropping will help transform your snapshot into a photograph. Monday, August 15 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Tony Poulos, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

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2022 National Senior Games The National Senior Games Association (NSGA) is a nonprofit dedicated to motivating active adults to lead a healthy lifestyle through the senior games movement. The National Senior Games, a 20-sport biennial competition for people 50 and over, is the largest multi-sport event for seniors in the world. Athletes who meet specific criteria while participating in State Senior Games qualify to participate. To date, NSGA has held 17 national championships. Willow Valley is proud to sponsor 23 Resident Athletes and Team Member Kathy Harvey, who are making the trip to Fort Lauderdale to compete. They will be accompanied by Wellness Manager Pam Schorr and Lead Exercise Fitness Specialist Cody Sensenig. Be sure to wish them all the best of luck!

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Wellness Special Events

Monday, May 9 – Tuesday, May 24 Fort Lauderdale, Florida Photo by National Senior Games

2022 Pennsylvania Senior Games Part of the Keystone State Games Festival of Sports, the Pennsylvania Senior Games is a multi-sport festival for people aged 50 and over. It is held biennially in even years to qualify athletes for the National Senior Games. The 2021 National Senior Games were not held due to the pandemic; they took place in May 2022 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. To follow the biennial schedule, the 2022 Pennsylvania Senior Games will qualify athletes for the 2023 National Senior Games. Willow Valley is proud to sponsor our Resident athletes, and we encourage them to consider competing. Applications are available at the Cultural Center Fitness Center. They must be completed and returned to the Fitness Center by June 24. Friday, July 22 – Sunday, July 31 Luzerne County, Pennsylvania KeystoneGames.org/Pennsylvania-Senior-Games

Scavenger Hunt The Fitness Team challenges Residents and Team Members to venture outdoors on a four-week quest! Ten boxes will be hidden around a campus each week, with the hunt rotating weekly between campuses. Each box will have a letter displayed on it. Record the letter on your clue sheet, enabling no touch points. Don’t forget to take a pen or pencil along as you hunt! Participants can pick up a clue sheet at The Clubhouse or Cultural Center Fitness Center to locate each box. More details will be posted on the Resident Intranet and bulletin boards. Thursday, June 9 – Tuesday, July 5

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2022 HEALTH

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EXPO Thursday, September 15 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Upper Level

SAVE THE DATE! The focus of this fun-filled event is encouraging adults to engage in activities that improve and maintain their health. This year, Residents will have the opportunity to visit with vendors to explore the latest information on health, wellness, services, and products they have to offer. The expo will also feature two dynamic presentations (see below), entertainment, and a diverse selection of local food trucks.

You Can Change the Way You Age: The Art of the Comeback Growing Bolder founder and CEO Marc Middleton shares how our belief system sabotages our dreams and undermines our ability to bounce back from life’s challenges. Using examples of ordinary people living extraordinary lives, he reveals how to change the self-limiting mindset that most of us have about aging and provides the keys to living active, passionate, adventurous lives well into our 80s, 90s, and even 100s. Make the rest of your life the best of your life! 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater

Climbing Beyond Our Limitations Lori Schneider will deliver a presentation with an audiovisual program that includes photos and stories from all of the Seven Summits climbs, video clips and journal readings from Mount Everest, and a surprise climbing gear entrance. Along the way, she’ll also impart a positive, uplifting message of self-empowerment — that we can work through the barriers we all face in life as we age in order to climb beyond our own preconceived limitations. We can reach for the stars at any age if we just believe and are bold enough to follow our dreams. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater

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The Department of Parks and Recreation in Lancaster County promotes the conservation of natural resources by offering environmental and nature education programs. This series, presented by Park Naturalist Lisa Sanchez, will take us through many of the things that surround us during the summer months. There is no charge for these events. Register using Event Registration.

Ted Parker Natural Area Hike

Birding from the Cultural Center & Beyond

Take a walk along the creek while learning about this very natural park. Lisa will teach you about the flora and fauna we see and also about Theodore Albert “Ted” Parker III, an amazing ornithologist who grew up in Lancaster.

Which birds are raising their young at Willow Valley Communities right now? Learn to recognize these feathery neighbors through sight, sound, and nesting and feeding behaviors, and get to know who is visiting your feeders or flying past you outdoors.

Wednesday, June 15 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet in the lower lot at 244 Wesley Rd, Quarryville, PA, 17556.

Riverside Walk Along the Conestoga Walk along the Conestoga River while learning about and enjoying the sights and sounds of the river habitat. You’ll hear about the unique historical happenings that have taken place on the river too. Thursday, July 28 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at Pavilion 3 (1098 Rockford Rd).

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WELLNESS SPECIAL EVENTS

Educational Walks & Hikes

Wednesday, August 3 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at the Cultural Center lower level.

Native Wildflower Meadow Walk Stop and smell the flowers of summer. The meadow will be bursting with colors and humming with birds and insects for us to enjoy and learn about. Thursday, August 25 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at Muhlenberg Parking Area (548 Golf Rd).

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Welcome Back the Hummingbirds Are you ready for the mighty ruby-throated hummingbird’s return? Take a visual journey of the great migration of hummingbirds and their life cycle. Learn about the things you can do to attract and help them while they spend the summer with us. Monday, June 6 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

AARP Safe Driving Refresher This refresher course is for people who have completed the eight-hour AARP Safe Driving course or have taken a refresher course within the past three years. The course fulfills the requirements for a continuing auto insurance discount. Participants MUST bring a driver’s license and evidence of previous course completion to receive the certificate. Session 1: Tuesday, June 14 Session 2: Thursday, September 1 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Art Rettew, AARP Instructor Cost: $25 ($20 with valid AARP card)

AARP Safe Driving This is the largest driving refresher course for those 50 and older, helping millions of drivers stay safe on today’s roads. Divided into two sessions, this eight-hour course discusses how the aging process affects vision, hearing, and reaction time, and gives you techniques to compensate for these changes. After taking this course, you may be eligible for an auto insurance discount (ask your insurance carrier for details). Wednesday, Thursday, July 20, 21 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Art Rettew, AARP Instructor Cost: $25 ($20 with valid AARP card) 41

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Campfire Cookout

Get to Know the Lancaster County Parks

Enjoy a campfire cookout with hot dogs and s’mores! Learn about the summer evening sights and sounds of wildlife in the woods and along the creek. Be sure to bring a folding chair and sturdy shoes to walk to the cookout site. Campfire music will be provided by Year of Plenty.

Did you know there are nine parks in Lancaster that are considered part of the Lancaster County Parks system? Each one is different, offering a variety of habitats and activities. Learn the history of each park and what to do where, and get excited to explore all of them!

Thursday, June 30 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Meet at the Environmental Center (1 Nature’s Way). Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster County Parks Cost: $10/person

Monday, August 8 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Butterflies & Moths

The Right Shoe Willow Valley Communities is pleased to partner with Martin Foot & Ankle and The Right Shoe to ensure you have the proper footwear to carry you through your fitness classes and everyday travels. With their extensive knowledge and line of shoes, The Right Shoe staff will help you choose the perfect fit and style for your feet, then return on the following scheduled date with your order. Please call the Cultural Center Fitness Center with questions at 717.464.6434.

As summer comes to an end, it’s a good time to see butterflies and moths fluttering about. It’s also time to look closely at host plants to find caterpillars or even a chrysalis or a cocoon. Learn who some of these beautiful insects are and what makes them happy at different times of their life cycles. The presenter will likely have some live ones for you to see. Wednesday, August 24 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Friday, July 8 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Art Studio

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Support Groups Caregiver Support Group

Low Vision Support Group

Provides support to caregivers who are facing the challenge of caring for a loved one.

Provides an opportunity for discussion with others who have vision impairment.

For more information, contact Lindsey Rawlings at 717.490.8107.

For more information, contact Cori Steiner at 717.464.6803.

Memory Care Support Group Provides support to care partners and family members whose loved ones have memory loss. For more information, call 717.490.8129.

New Resident Support Group Grief Discussion Group A 4 – 6 week group that discusses a variety of topics a person may experience when they lose a loved one. For more information, contact Chaplain Scott Johnston at 717.464.8411.

LGBTQ+ Family & Friends A safe place to provide support and exchange ideas for the LGBTQ+ community and those who want to learn more. All Residents are welcome.

Provides support to new Residents who are finding their transition into community living challenging. For more information, contact Barry Sipe at 717.464.8482.

Parkinson’s Support Group Provides support to those diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. For more information, contact Stephanie Willison at 717.464.6812.

For more information, contact Danielle Geyer at 717.464.6200.

Loss Support Group Provides support for those who are coping with the loss of a spouse, companion, child, neighbor, friend, or other loved one. For more information, contact Stephanie Savitch at 717.464.6788.

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FITNESS CLASSES

Fitness Classes Performing Tap Class

Advanced Beginner Tap Class

Learn steps to combine into dance routines. This group prepares dances for performances throughout the year.

Designed for the beginner who has the tap basics down but wants to improve their skills. Learn the basics of tap with new steps. Great exercise for the mind and body.

Tuesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration

Thursdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration

Beginner Tap Class Designed for those who have never tapped before or have not danced for several years. Learn the basics. Wednesdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge Register: Event Registration

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FITNESS CLASSES The Fitness Team provides a variety of ongoing classes to fit your exercise style. The following classes are free, and you do not need to register. Call the Cultural Center Fitness Center for details at 717.464.6434.

Yoga

Qigong for Wellness

This class uses movement in the form of static and dynamic poses to increase energy, improve flexibility, create balance, and strengthen the entire body. Regular yoga practice increases body awareness, relaxes the mind, and improves stamina. Poses are performed lying, kneeling, sitting, and standing. Previous yoga experience is not required.

Come experience an ancient movement therapy called Qigong. Therapeutic Qigong has been proven to help balance, flexibility, and strength. Classes include energy exercises, self-acupressure, and mindfulness.

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Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

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Tai Chi The smooth, graceful movements of Tai Chi are achieved through relaxation and mindfulness. This class includes a set of gentle Qigong movements for warm-up, and you will learn a Tai Chi “form” consisting of choreographed movements. Benefits include better balance, an improved immune system, and a calmer state of mind. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Muscle Moves Use free weights, bands, core balls, and/or body bars to strengthen your muscles. This class will challenge your muscular strength and endurance by focusing on the upper body, lower body, and muscles of the core. Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Clubhouse Sports Center

Core Power This class focuses on improving the strength and flexibility of your core muscles, including the abs, lower back, glutes, and hips. Exercises will be performed lying, kneeling, and standing. This class is appropriate for healthy beginners and intermediate-level exercisers. Mondays & Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Clubhouse Sports Center

ExerStretch Start your day with this low-impact class designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic fitness. Relaxation and breathing techniques may be incorporated. This class includes both standing and seated exercises. We especially welcome beginners. Mondays & Fridays 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Manor Auditorium

Pilates Pilates combines breathing and exercise to improve core strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Exercises will be performed on the floor, and mats will be provided. No prior experience is necessary. All levels of fitness are welcome. Fridays 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

TRX Functional Flexibility Training TRX is a form of suspension training that uses body weight exercises to develop strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability. It allows a change in difficulty based on a person’s fitness level. This class will combine TRX and other strength training modalities, with an added emphasis on flexibility and mobility. All fitness levels are welcome. Thursdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Clubhouse Sports Center

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FITNESS CLASSES

The Fitness Team provides Fitness Specialty Classes throughout the year, generally held in six-week sessions. These classes give Residents and Team Members the opportunity to try new and innovative activities that appeal to their abilities and desires. More information may be found on the Resident intranet, bulletin boards, and the Weekly Insider.

Balance Class

Beyond Balance Class

Looking for better balance? Your Fitness Team has the answer. Working on your balance is the key to better health, overall strength, coordination, and posture. Good balance also decreases the risk of falls and helps to maintain your independence. Space is limited to 15 participants. New participants have the first opportunity to enroll in the class.

Beyond Balance aims to challenge people who have excelled in our Balance Class and are looking for the next step in practicing balance. The class will focus primarily on balance but also cover strength and hand-eye coordination exercises. Participants will be given a series of tests prior to the course to qualify.

Tuesdays & Thursdays June 14 – July 21 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Cost: No charge Register: 717.464.6434

Tuesdays & Thursdays August 2 – September 8 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Cost: No charge Register: 717.464.6434

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Aquacize

Competitive Water Volleyball

Treat yourself to a workout for the entire body. Exercising in water decreases stress on your joints. Improve your cardiovascular fitness and strength with this workout of moderate-to-high intensity.

Do you have a competitive spirit and strategic thinking skills? Are you looking for fun and excitement? Consider joining our group. We’re extremely competitive, and we play to win!

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. North Pool

Arthritis Aquatics

Deep Water Volleyball

In this aquatic exercise class, participants are led through a series of exercises specifically designed to help improve joint mobility. This class is open to people with all forms of arthritis and all levels of fitness. Enjoy the warm water of the Therapy Pool.

Enjoy a great game of beach ball water volleyball with the extra challenge of the deep water pool. Flotation belts are provided.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Cultural Center Therapy Pool

Joints in Motion This low-impact, low- to medium-intensity aquatic exercise class will provide aerobic fitness, overall body toning, and a stretching workout to keep your body strong and limber. This is a great class for healthy beginners.

A Q U AT I C S C L A S S E S

Aquatics Classes

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

Deep Water Aerobics Enjoy this moderate- to high-intensity deep water workout using a flotation belt. Improve cardiovascular and muscular endurance by using the resistance of the water to enhance the intensity of your workout. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Cultural Center Therapy Pool

Water Volleyball This class is perfect for those looking for an energized, fun, and competitive game of water volleyball. Tuesdays & Fridays 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. North Pool

BODY

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THE DAY SPA IS LOCATED ON THE VITALITY LEVEL OF THE CULTURAL CENTER

MARKET PLACE IS LOCATED IN THE LAKES COMMUNITY

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Summer 2022 Events Listed by Date MAY

Servant Stage: Rock Around the Clock 7

9 – 24 2022 National Senior Games 38

Painting with a Twist: Backyard Birdhouse 22

Beyond Chocolate & Vanilla: History of Ice Cream 28

Understanding TiVo 36

JUNE

Quilling Workshop: Paper Art 23

1 – 3 Watercolor: Woodland Trail 21

20 – 21 AARP Safe Driving 41

Movie: Here Today 15

Movie: West Side Story (2021) 15

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 1) 24

Fused Glass: Plates & Pendants 23

Welcome Back the Hummingbirds 41

22 – 31 2022 Pennsylvania Senior Games 38

Performing Tap Class 44

New York Ringers 9

Beginner Acrylic Class: Beyond the Basics 21

Webcast:The Mariinsky Ballet: Jewels by Balanchine 12

Beginner Tap Class 44

Riverside Walk Along the Conestoga 40

Remembering & Honoring 13

PERF - FPO

9 – July 5 Scavenger Hunt 38 9

Advanced Beginner Tap Class 44

AUGUST

Webcast: Fabio Luisi Conducts Beethoven, Strauss… 11

1 – Sept 9 Art Gallery:Tamara Teets, Acrylics 19

Socrates Café: Citizenship 26

Beyond Balance Class 47

Great Decisions: Quad Alliance 26

Dance with By Request 14

Henry Ford: Genius of Mass Production 27

Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop 23

AARP Safe Driving Refresher 41

Birding from the Cultural Center & Beyond 40

Balance Class 47

Festival of Short Films 10

Ted Parker Natural Area Hike 40

The Roman Colosseum:The Building & Grand… 29

The Cloud 35

Socrates Café: Uncertainty 26

Father’s Day Car Show 14

Get to Know the Lancaster County Parks 42

20 – July 29 Art Gallery: Willow Valley Quilt Guild 17

Movie: Belfast 16

20 – 21 Market Basket Workshop 21

Managing Your Modem & Router 36

Harrisburg’s Artistic Treasure,Violet Oakley 33

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 3) 24

TEDxLancaster: Making a Difference 30

Improve Your Pictures — Clear Away the Clutter 37

Movie: The Shot Felt ’Round the World 15

Webcast: Exhibition On Screen: David Hockney… 12

William Florian:Those Were the Days 6

Movie: Minari 16

Lancaster County One-Room Schools… 34

Saxton’s Cornet Band 8

Dough Bowl Candle Workshop 22

The Epic Story of the American Railroad 29

Introduction to Photo Editing 37

Butterflies & Moths 42

The Statue of Liberty:The Full (Little-Known) Story 28

Gourd-to-Pear Workshop 24

Succulent Birdhouse Workshop 22

Native Wildflower Meadow Walk 40

Campfire Cookout 42

Movie: Because of Charley 16

SEPTEMBER

JULY Through July 29 Art Gallery: Willow Valley Quilt Guild 17 6

Webcast: Antony Hermus, Galaxymphony… 11

Personal Computer Routine Housekeeping 35

Snapseed: A Free Photo Editor for Smartphones 37

The Right Shoe 42

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 2) 24

Socrates Café:The Constitution 26

The History of the Conestoga River 34

Through Sept 9 Art Gallery:Tamara Teets, Acrylics 19 1

Webcast:Tugan Sokhiev Conducts Borodin, Ibert… 12

AARP Safe Driving Refresher 41

Movie: Land 16

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 4) 24

Socrates Café: Capitalism & Socialism 26

Great Decisions: Drug Policy in Latin America 26

2022 Health & Fitness Expo 39

FITNESS & AQUATICS CLASSES AT A GLANCE MONDAYS 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

ExerStretch

8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Aquacize

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Core Power

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Deep Water Volleyball

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Yoga

10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Arthritis Aquatics

TUESDAYS 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Water Volleyball

8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Deep Water Aerobics

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Muscle Moves

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Joints in Motion

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Tai Chi

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Arthritis Aquatics

1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Qigong for Wellness

Please follow the steps below to register electronically. Log In from Your  To Home Computer

 Go to resident.willowvalley.org  Type username and password.

(Do not use spaces or punctuation.)

 Click on Login.  Click on Event Registration.  Click on the Renaissance tab at the top of the page.

 To Log In from a Kiosk

WEDNESDAYS 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Competitive Water Volleyball

8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Aquacize

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Deep Water Volleyball

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Yoga

10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Arthritis Aquatics

THURSDAYS 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Deep Water Aerobics

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

TRX Functional Flexibility Training 46

9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Joints in Motion

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Tai Chi

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Arthritis Aquatics

1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Qigong for Wellness

8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

ExerStretch

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Water Volleyball

8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Aquacize

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Core Power

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Deep Water Volleyball

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Pilates

10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Arthritis Aquatics

Deep Water Aerobics

FRIDAYS

SATURDAYS 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Electronic Event Registration

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Need Help with Event Registration? The Computer Club has included a link at the top of Information Central (the Computer Club icon on the Resident Computer Kiosk home page) for the names of contacts in each community for assistance.

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