Garden Variety Vol 10 Issue 12 December 2018 by Garden Spot Village

December 2018

A Publication of Garden Spot Village

Volume 10 Issue 12

Caroling &Cocoa Monday, December 17, 6-7pm, Pavilion See page 7 for details

Table of Contents Refresh Coffee Bar Ad 2 Around Town 2 Development 3 Dining Services 4 Making A Difference 5 Life Enrichment 6 Fontanini Nativity Display 7 Christmas Gift Wrapping 7 In the Theater 8 Marketing 9 December Calendar 10 Pastoral Services 12 Night of Miracles 12 Hand-crafted Christmas Sales 13 Caroling Schedule 13 GSV Train Room Open House 13 Social Services 14 Volunteer Services 16 Wellness 17 Explore Something New... 18 Saturday Evening Concert Series 18 New Year’s Eve Gala 18 Servant Stage Company 19 GSV TV - Channel 956 19 Event Sign-Ups 20

DECEMBER 1 – 30

Winter Wonderland of Lights

Clipper Stadium, Lancaster | www.visitlancastercity.com

DECEMBER 7, 8 & 9

Christmas Light Trail

Terre Hill Park | www.terrehilldays.com PUBLISHER Garden Spot Village OUR MISSION We will enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s love. EDITOR Colleen Musselman DESIGNER Brandon Adams PROOF READERS Ruth Buehler, Juanita Fox, Mandy Weaver ILLUSTRATIONS

DECEMBER 7 – 9, 14 – 16

My Fair Lady

Cavod Theatre | www.cavodacademy.com

DECEMBER 8

Santa’s Workshop

Garden Spot Fire Rescue | www.facebook.com/MisfitsOnAMission

DECEMBER 18

GSHS Holiday Concert

GSHS Auditorium | www.gshs.elanco.org

DECEMBER 26 – 29

Ephrata Cloister Lantern Tours www.ephratacloister.org

DECEMBER 26 – 28

Yuletide at Rock Ford

www.rockfordplantation.org

DEVELOPMENT ANGEL TREE

As 2018 draws to a close, it is a time to remember and honor our loved ones and friends. Again this year, you are invited to place an angel or angels on the Christmas trees that will soon spring up in the Chapel Lobby. Please consider purchasing an angel in memory/honor of the special people in your life.

FALL FESTIVAL FIRST PRIZE-WINNING APPLE PIE RECIPE Congratulations to Christy Turner, Dining Services Manager at GSV, for winning first place in the Fall Festival Apple Pie Contest. She was also kind enough to share her recipe, in the event you want to include it in your baking this holiday season!

Maple-Apple Pie with Walnut Crumble Topping Directions:

*New this year: When purchasing an angel, you have the opportunity to submit a photo to be included in a slideshow that will run during the Celebration of Life Ceremony, Thursday, December 13, 6pm in the Chapel. Doors will open at 5:30pm for attendees to view a special slideshow honoring GSV residents who have passed away in the last year. Angels are $10 each, and funds raised benefit the Benevolent Fund. Stop by the Chapel Lobby during the following dates and times to place yours!

1. Make the crust: process ¾ c. flour, salt, and sugar together in food processor until combined. Add butter and shortening, and process for 10 seconds (dough will resemble cottage cheese curds). Scrape down sides and bottom of bowl with a rubber spatula and redistribute dough evenly around processor blade. Add remaining ½ c. flour and pulse until mixture is evenly distributed around the bowl.

Ingredients: CRUST

1 ¼ c. all-purpose flour ½ tsp. salt

• Monday, Dec. 3, 9:30-11:30am • Tuesday, Dec. 4, 9:30-11:30am • Thursday, Dec. 6, 9:30-11:30am

1 T. granulated sugar

Personal notes can be written on beautiful paper angels, and placed on the trees. Names of individuals will also be recorded in the Angel Tree Book, and read aloud at the Celebration of Life ceremony, while a photo slideshow plays.

¼ c. solid vegetable shortening, chilled and cut into 2 pieces

6 T. unsalted butter, chilled, cut into ¼ slices

2 T. vodka, chilled 2 T. ice water FILLING

¼ c. granulated sugar

THANK YOU FALL FESTIVAL SPONSORS If you know individuals who work for the following sponsors, please extend appreciation to them for their company’s sponsorship of the 2018 Garden Spot Village Fall Festival.

Sodexo Everence

Johnson Kendall Johnson Unruh Insurance Agency, Inc. Lancaster County Podiatry

Linda Dodge, CFRE, Director of Development

2 T. all-purpose flour 1 ½ tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. salt 6 medium Golden Delicious or Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1 T. lemon juice 2 T. maple syrup 1 T. unsalted butter, cut into small cubes CRUMBLE TOPPING

1 c. all-purpose flour

½ c. granulated sugar ¼ c. light brown sugar 1 ½ t. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. salt 6 T chilled unsalted butter cut into ½ inch cubes ½ c. walnuts, coarsely chopped

2. Sprinkle vodka and water over mixture. (You can substitute the vodka with the same amount of ice water.) With a rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix, pressing down on dough until dough is slightly tacky and sticks together. Flatten dough into 4-inch disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 45 minutes or up to two days. 3. On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to a 9-inch pie plate and gently ease the dough into the pie plate. Leave any dough that overhangs the plate in place, wrap the dough-lined pie plate loosely in the plastic and place in the freezer for at least one hour. 4. Trim the overhang to ½ inch beyond the lip of the plate. Crimp the dough around the edges. Wrap the doughlined plate in plastic and place in the freezer for 1 hour. 5. Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the lemon juice to coat. Add the sugar mixture and toss together until all of the apples are evenly coated with the mixture. 6. Make the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, cinnamon and salt. Add chilled butter cubes; using a pastry blender, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles wet sand. Stir in chopped walnuts. 7. Bake the Pie: Toss the apple mix and turn into chilled crust. Drizzle with maple syrup and dot with the butter. Cover with crumble mixture. 8. Place the pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until the topping is golden, about 40 minutes. Reduce to 350 degrees, and bake until the apples are tender, about 5 minutes.

DINING SERVICES

Don Bundren, Sodexo, General Manager

The Harvest Table & Terrace Dining Room

Christmas Holiday Menu 11am – 2pm

Saturday, December 8, 8am – 9:30am The Harvest Table Enjoy a festive, scrumptious breakfast with Santa and Mrs Claus. $14.95 for adults and $9.95 for children 3-10 includes breakfast, a photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs Claus, a private tour of the Train Room and more! FRENCH TOAST STATION: Oatmeal Crusted | Cinnamon Raisin | Texas Toast OMELET STATION: Create Your Own BREAKFAST BUFFET STATION: Scrambled Eggs | Creamed Chipped Beef and Biscuits Home Fries | Potato Gratin Cast Iron Skillet Bacon and Sausage CREATE YOUR OWN YOGURT PARFAIT & FRESH FRUIT STATION: Mini Donuts and Mini Muffins Orange Juice, Kauffman’s Apple Cider Milk and Chocolate Milk | Coffee and Tea

Children Age 2 and Under Free / GSV Meal Plan Discount Accepted $2 donation provided to GSV Train Room from each Ticket Purchased* *Private Tours @ GSV Train Room with Ticket Purchase 7:30 – 10am Pre-sale tickets sold online at: gsc.gl/sl7xry3s or at The Harvest Table, Refresh Coffee Bar or The Coop

Starters

Country Style Crab and Shrimp Chowder Mini Salad Bar

Entrées

Spiral Ham (Cinnamon Apple Compote) Slow Roasted Tenderloin of Beef (Pink Peppercorn Scented Demi-Glaze) Filet of Sole with Crawfish (Aromatic Spices and Overnight Tomatoes)

Sides

Brown Butter Baby Carrots with Cranberries Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan Roasted Root Vegetable Medley, Parsnips, Baby Carrots, Rutabaga, Turnips | Sweet Potato Casserole Classic Mashed Potatoes | Pineapple Bread Filling Parker House Dinner Rolls

Desserts

Pellman’s Candy Cane Cheesecake Rustic Gingerbread Cake | Shady Maple Mincemeat Pie Assorted Holiday Pies | Achenbach’s Holiday Cookies The Harvest Table Buffet Regular price $22.95/GSV Meal Plans price $19.51 Terrace Dining Room – a la carte pricing Reservations required. Please call TDR (6071)

Mindful Taste & Learn

with Exec. Chef Anthony Biscanti & Dietitian Tara Phillips

Tuesday, December 11, 2pm, The Harvest Table TOPIC: BALANCING MEAL AND SNACKS AT THE HOLIDAYS

Providing opportunities for adults to Go out into our community, Do the thing that is in front of us, Help others and make a difference.

Christmas Stockings for Soldiers December 1-31

SERVING LUNCH AT

Water Street Ministries Lancaster, PA 10:15am depart Apartment Suites Lobby. Lunch servers and table bussers are needed each visit. JOIN US AS WE SERVE OTHERS ONE FRIDAY EACH MONTH • December 28 LOOKING FORWARD TO 2019 • January 25 • February 22 • March 22 • April 26 • May 24 • June 28 To volunteer, contact Life Enrichment (6007)

In partnership with Keystone Military Families, we will collect empty Christmas stockings for soldiers around the world. Stockings, 20”-24” in size, handmade or purchased, are welcome. Keystone Military Families will fill the stockings with gifts and ship them to deployed troops around the world. Place empty Christmas stockings in the wooden barrel next to the Post Office by the Apartment Suites Lobby. Keystone Military Families has been assisting deployed troops, veterans and military families for many years. For more information about Keystone Military Families, visit their website: www.keystonemilitaryfamilies.org. For more information, please contact Life Enrichment (6007).

LIFE ENRICHMENT **Sign up at the Village Square Resident Services. DECEMBER 2, SUNDAY Lancaster Meistersingers 2pm, Chapel

The Lancaster Meistersingers, comprised of Mennonite adult and youth who love to sing, travel to Garden Spot Village in order to bless and encourage others through music at the Christmas season. Christmas selections will include sacred, as well as, fast, happy songs and beautiful slower melodies.

DECEMBER 2, SUNDAY Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel

The season of Christmas is upon us. Come to the Chapel to celebrate with Dale Fox as he leads You Will Call His Name Jesus. The Christmas Hymn Sing is complete with instrumental support by the GSV Handbells and Trumpet Trio.

DECEMBER 3, MONDAY **Radio City, NYC 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 4 & 18, TUESDAY Ask-A-Nurse / Blood Pressure Check 8:30-10:30am Gardens South Health Clinic Did you know, WellSpan Home Health offers free Ask-A-Nurse & Blood Pressure Check services? No appointment necessary.

DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY Frontier Communications 9-11am, GSV Library

A Frontier representative is available to accept payment and answer questions, 10-11am. A secure Frontier payment drop-box available 9-11am.

DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY **Operation Christmas Child Processing Center 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8:30pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY WellSpan Health Talk 7pm, Chapel Topic: Living with AFib

DECEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY Ladies Breakfast 8am, Yoders Restaurant

Start the Christmas season with friendship. Special Guest: Mrs. Claus (Barb Masho) will share a few of her fun-filled experiences. Enjoy the buffet or order from the menu. Cost on own. Drive by yourself or ride the GSV bus departing the Apartment Suites Lobby at 7:45am. Sign-up is not necessary.

DECEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY **Herr’s Tour & Lights 1:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 6 & 20, THURSDAY Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel

Sitting together, coffee cup in hand, talking about the issues that face Garden Spot Village. Yes, that’s Coffee & Conversation. All are welcome.

DECEMBER 7, FRIDAY & DECEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY **Mall Shopping 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 7, FRIDAY Harp Concert 3pm, Chapel

Christmas at Garden Spot Village would not be the same without the annual Christmas Harp Concert. Due to limited seating, this is a private event for GSV residents only, and is performed courtesy of Marini Made Harps.

DECEMBER 7, FRIDAY Eduard Klassen Harp Concert 7pm, Chapel

Eduard Klassen, Paraguayan harpist from Canada, will perform Christmas selections. Eduard will spend his morning teaching at the private Harp Workshop and will take to the stage for a solo concert in the evening. Freewill offering will be taken.

Colleen Musselman, Director of Life Enrichment

DECEMBER 8, SATURDAY IVEP Christmas 10am-12noon, Village Square

Young adults, serving with MCC and the International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP), will display their first-ever attemps at gingerbread house decorating. You are invited to greet the decorators and vote for your favorite. This is a fun, annual Christmas event. Thank you for wishing the young adults a Merry Christmas, as they serve so far from home, this holiday season.

DECEMBER 8, SATURDAY Servant Stage Co. 7pm, Chapel

Servant Stage proudly previews A Christmas Carol, a faithful rendition of Charles Dicken’s timeless holiday tale of redemption, charity, and the spirit of Christmas. A Christmas Carol is a fantastical journey through Chrismas Past, Present and Future!

DECEMBER 10, MONDAY & DECEMBER 11, TUESDAY Council Meetings 9am, Board Room

Apartment Council (Dec 10) and Cottage Council (Dec 11) meet in order to address issues of Village life. Visitors are welcome.

DECEMBER 11, TUESDAY **RLPS Gingerbread Display 6:15pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8:30pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 12, WEDNESDAY Live Nativity Cantata 2pm & 7pm, Chapel

Night of Miracles, a cantata by John W Peterson, will be performed by the Village Voices complete with a Live Nativity. The night of our Savior’s birth was miraculous indeed. Here is a musical story of Love that knows no bounds – first manifested on that wonderful night so long ago… Night of Miracles. A private 2pm performance is reserved especially for GSV residents. Invite family and friends to attend the 7pm performance which is open to the general public.

DECEMBER 14, FRIDAY **NH Band Holiday Pops 5pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 14, FRIDAY & DECEMBER 29, SATURDAY Bingo 7pm, Gardens West Conference Room

Bring $1 and a friend. There are plenty of prizes when playing Bingo!

DECEMBER 15, SATURDAY **Cavod Theatre 1:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 15, SATURDAY Saturday Evening Concert Series 7pm, Chapel See page 18 for details.

DECEMBER 17, MONDAY Towne Meeting 2pm, Chapel

Towne Meeting, the best place to hear the latest and greatest news Garden Spot Village has to offer.

DECEMBER 17, MONDAY Caroling & Cocoa 6-7pm, Pavilion

Bundle up and enjoy an evening of Christmas Carols and Cocoa. Meet at the Pavilion to ride the wagon through GSV singing Carols. Or, sit around the fire pit with a cup of hot chocolate. Cost: Free Sign up is not required.

DECEMBER 18, TUESDAY & DECEMBER 21, FRIDAY **Lunch Bunch 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm See page 20 for details.

DECEMBER 18, TUESDAY Christmas Concert 12:30pm, Chapel

Courtesy of Kiwanis Club of New Holland the Garden Spot High School Vocal Ensemble will perform a program of Christmas favorites.

DECEMBER 23, SUNDAY **Moravian Christmas Vigils 5:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10:30pm See page 19 for details.

DECEMBER 26, WEDNESDAY New Holland Brass Ensemble 7:30pm, Chapel

The New Holland Band/Brass Ensemble wish to continue the Christmas spirit at Garden Spot Village. Don’t miss this mini-concert, back by popular demand.

DECEMBER 29, SATURDAY Justi Family Christmas 7pm, Chapel

Debbie Justi remembers year after year performing at Christmas for her family. Following lessons in classical piano and taking the opportunity to teach, Debbie brings her talents and the talents of her family to Garden Spot Village.

DECEMBER 31, MONDAY New Year’s Eve Gala 8-10pm, Chapel

Ring in the New Year with friends and neighbors. Apartment and Cottage residents are invited to a private, Garden Spot Village event, featuring musical renderings by Mr Jeff Krick. Performing An Evening with Elvis, Jeff will sing both classics and gospel. Cost: Please bring a plate of finger food to share. Sign up is not required.

Fontanini Nativity Display Available daily from December 1-31 in the Garden Spot Village Library

The private collection of Mary Wilson will be displayed in the GSV Library for all to see. Come and be inspired by this wonderful Italian collectible Christmas display.

Christmas Gift Wrapping 2-4pm Refresh/Village Square DECEMBER 4, 11 & 18, TUESDAYS

A service to benefit the Benevolent Fund, volunteers provide the gift wrap, ribbons, bows, and tags for your gifts. We truly appreciate your kind generosity to the Benevolent Fund. Please bring all your Christmas gifts that need to be wrapped plus your donation for the Benevolent Fund to the Village Square on any of these dates, come chat with us while you wait, or just relax.

IN THE THEATER DECEMBER 3 & 17, MONDAY Entertaining Videos, 3:30pm, Theater Entertaining Videos on the BIG screen featuring:

Dec 3: Comedy and music. Red Skelton, Lee Greenwood, President Reagan, Celtic Woman, Mormon Tabernacle Choir and much more. Dec 17: Bing Crosby’s last Christmas special, originally aired Nov. 30, 1977, after Crosby’s passing. A musical highlight is Crosby singing Little Drummer Boy in counterpoint to David Bowie singing Peace on Earth. The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and more.

DECEMBER 7 & 14, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am(cc), 2pm (cc) & 7pm, Theater

Feature: The Man Who Invented Christmas: Based on a true story, The Man Who Invented

Christmas takes the viewer on the journey that led to Charles Dickens creation of A Christmas Carol, a timeless tale. PG / 1h 44min / Biography, Comedy, Drama / 2017

DECEMBER 18, TUESDAY Christmas Movie, 2pm & 7pm, Theater

Feature: The Nativity Story: The journey of a lifetime, a story for all time. Family friendly inspirational film. pg / 1h 41min / Drama / 2006

DECEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Ladies Night, 7pm, Theater Feature: Believe: A small-town business owner tries to save the local Christmas pageant against

all odds. PG / 1h 59min / Drama / 2016

DECEMBER 21 & 28, FRIDAY Friday Flicks, 10am(cc), 2pm (cc) & 7pm, Theater

Feature: Keep Christmas With You: This Christmas musical extravaganza features The Mormon Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra at Temple Square and the Sesame Street Muppets. G / 1hr 33min / Musical / 2014

DECEMBER 27, THURSDAY Movies Oldies, 1:30pm, Theater

Feature: Polyanna: Pollyanna’s parents have just died on the mission field, so she is shipped

back to the US to live with her millionaire aunt. That produces Culture Shock – on both sides! Starring: Hayley Mills, Jane Wyman, and Richard Egan Disney / 134 min / Color / with Subtitles / 1960

MARKETING Scott Miller, Chief Marketing Officer M ER RY

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Over the holidays, families and friends will be visiting. The train room will host thousands of people. Refresh has the most amazing gifts and is part of Fig Magazine’s Lancaster Gifting Guide. Future Residents will visit during the Resident Drop-In (see ad below). There will be a lot of people coming and going. The Christmas season is a wonderful time of gatherings and the sharing of community. One of the things that visitors love about Garden Spot is your hospitality and your willingness to talk with them about all the opportunities, the ways you live with purpose and this great community to which you belong. Thank you for your graciousness, your generosity and your hospitality! You make Garden Spot Village an incredibly wonderful place. The Marketing & Sales Team wishes you and your family a Blessed Christmas Season!

S YC A M O R E S P R I N G S Two homes are still available for immediate occupancy. If you have friends or family members who are looking for an opportunity to move quickly, invite them to contact Kelly (6201) or Megan (6290) for more information.

Resident Christmas Drop - i n Thursday, December 13, 2018 in Village Square at Garden Spot Village

The order of events this year will be as follo ws: 6 pm – 6:30pm Celebration of Life in the Chapel

6:30pm – 8pm Festivities, Food and Fellowship – Village Square

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BUILDING A COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD Written by Juanita Fox Mid-afternoon on Saturday, December 9, 2017 Erma Nolt tied her horse Jewel to the hitching post in Parking Lot #1. The snow was just starting to fall as she and her nieces and nephews hurried into the Village Square. They quickly walked down to the Train Room to enjoy the holiday open house...

GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE: A VITAL MEMBER OF THE NEW HOLLAND COMMUNITY Written by Juanita Fox Garden Spot Village partners with like-minded organizations to make some of the connections that extend beyond our campus. One of Garden Spot Village’s closest partners is CrossNet Ministries, located... Read more at:

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LOOK & LEARN TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

10:30am – 2pm

Get details & register at:

gsc.gl/looknlearn

GSV AF TER WORK An evening event for people with busy daytime schedules. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

5:30 – 7:30pm

Get details & register at:

gsc.gl/looknlearn

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**SIGN UP AT RESIDENT SERVICES

3 Worship Service 10am / C Rev Paul Dodge Meistersingers 2pm / C

4 8:00 Radio City** 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR

8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 9-11 Frontier L 10:00 OCC Processing** 1:00 Ornament Class** AS 2-4 Gift Wrapping VS 7:00 WellSpan Health Talk C

Hymn Sing 7pm / C 9

Worship Service 10am / C Rev Jack Estep

GAME NIGHT 10 8:00 Prayer Mtg. GWCR 9:00 Apt Council BR 9:30 Handbells GT 10:00 Caregivers Concord 2:00 Eat This? Class** GT 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR

11 9:00 Cottage Council BR 9:00 Global Missions GWCR 1:30 Train Club GWCR 2-4 Gift Wrapping VS 2:00 Mindful HT 6:15 RLPS Gingerbread**

5 TRIP SIGN UP DA 8:00 Ladies Brea 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilte 10-4 Christmas M 10:00 Living w/L 1:00 Crafts 1:45 Herrs Chip 2:00 Book Club

12 9:00 GSV Quilter 10-11 Computer 10:00 Bible Study 1:00 Crafts 2:00 Live Nativit 7:00 Live Nativit

GAME NIGHT 16 Worship Service 10am / C Rev Roy Johnsen

23 Worship Service 10am / C Pastor John Meck

17 8:00 Prayer Mtg GWCR 9:30 Handbells GT 2:00 Towne Mtg. C 3:30 Entertaining Videos T 6:30 Bridge-for-Fun GWCR 6-7 Caroling & Cocoa P

18 8:30-10:30 Ask-a-Nurse GSHC 10:00 Lunch Bunch** 12:30 GSHS Vocal Ensemble C 2-4 Gift Wrapping VS 2 & 7 Christmas Movie T

24 3:00 Christmas Eve Service

25 MERRY CHRISTMAS

GAME NIGHT

19 8:30 Men’s Fellow 9:00 GSV Quilter 9:30 Park City** 10:30 Sharing w 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Ladies Nigh

26 9:00 GSV Quilter 10:00 Bible Study 1:00 Crafts 7:30 NH Brass

Moravian Vigils** 5:45pm 30 Worship Service 10 am / C Pastor Chet Yoder

31 NEW YEARS EVE 8:00 New Year’s Eve Gala

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14 8:30 Act. Comm. 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 5:00 NH Band** 7:00 Bingo

20 7:30 Men’s Breakfast* 9:00 Coffee & Conversation C 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

21 9:30 Woodshop Mtg. 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 10:00 Lunch Bunch** 2:00 Red Nose Run

27 1:00 Cross Stitch CR 1:30 Movies Oldies T 1:30-4 Train Room 2:30 Dining Ambassadors 6:30 Mah Jongg GWCR

28 10 & 2 & 7 Friday Flicks 10:15 Water Street

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breviations can be found on the “Welcome” sign found on your refrigerator, or at the Life Enrichment office.

Train Room | 1:30-4pm Bingo | 7pm / GWCR Justi Family | 7pm / C

PASTORAL SERVICES Pastor Chet Yoder, Director of Pastoral Services WORSHIP SCHEDULE DECEMBER 2

Sermon: Rev. Paul Dodge Communion

DECEMBER 9

Sermon: Rev. Jack Estep Music: Ladies Trio

DECEMBER 16

Sermon: Rev. Roy Johnsen Music: Dale Fox

DECEMBER 23

Sermon: Pastor John Meck Music: Villagers

DECEMBER 30

Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder Music: Chapel Quartet

UPCOMING PASTORAL EVENTS

DECEMBER 5 & 19, WEDNESDAY Men’s Christian Fellowship 8:30am, Gardens West Conference Room

DECEMBER 12 & 26, WEDNESDAY Bible Study with Chaplain Ken Martin 10am, Gardens West Conference Room

DECEMBER 6, THURSDAY Widowed and Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room

DECEMBER 20, THURSDAY Men’s Breakfast 7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant

DECEMBER 6 & 13, THURSDAY Sally Mittelstadt Bible Study 10am Garden Towers

DECEMBER 24, MONDAY Christmas Eve Service 3pm, Chapel Refreshments, 2:30pm

This month’s presenters are Don Gray (12/5) and Paul Mudgett (12/19)

This month we’ll discuss hobbies. Please bring an item or story to share.

Topic: Living for the Approval of God or Man? A study from Galatians for women.

DECEMBER 6, THURSDAY Community Church Prayer Meeting 12:30pm, Concord Room

A time for intercession and praise for specific prayer needs and answers.

DECEMBER 11, TUESDAY Global Missions 9am, Gardens West Conference Room Guest Speakers: Jim & Angela May from SEND, Japan

Topic: Regaining the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation

Guest Spealer: Rev. Jack Estep

The Christmas Story from scripture as told by Piercing Word and congregational Christmas Caroling.

VISITING CHURCHES • OUR LADY OF LOURDES - 1st Tuesday Mass, Chapel Thursday Communion, Prayer Room • TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH - 2nd Thursday Communion, Prayer Room • ANGLICAN CHURCH - Sunday Service, Chapel

John W. Peterson’s

“Night of Miracles” with Live Nativity

presented by Garden Spot Village Voices

DECEMBER 12, 2pm & 7pm Garden Spot Village Chapel

Garden Spot Village offers handcrafted items for Christmas giving! GSV Crafters Sale: Saturday, December 1, 10am–4pm, Apartment Suites Lobby Featuring handcrafted items great for stocking stuffers, Christmas gifts and gifts for yourself. GSV Book Sale: Saturday, December 8, 10am–4pm, Apartment Suites Lobby The GSV Library has a large selection of lightly read books which are super reasonably priced. Buy one, buy many! You’ll find bargains too good to pass up. GSV Quilters Sale: Saturday, December 15, 10am–4pm, Apartment Suites Lobby Beautifully hand-quilted and machine-quilted items, both decorative and functional, will be sold.

Caroling Schedule December 3, Monday 2pm, Village Square Conestoga Christian School

December 17, Monday 6-7pm, Pavilion Caroling & Cocoa

December 11, Tuesday 6:30pm, Apartment Suites Lobby Smucker Family

December 29, Saturday 7pm, Chapel Justi Family

Caroling begins in the Apartment Suites Lobby unless otherwise indicated. See Weekly Announcements for updates. Schedule is subject to change.

Garden Spot Village Holiday Train Room Open Houses Train enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy enchanting detailed scenery in the HO and O-gauge train layouts.

HOURS: 1:30-4PM | PUBLIC OPEN HOUSES: DECEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, SATURDAYS & DECEMBER 27, THURSDAY 13

SOCIAL SERVICES Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS These groups offer a free opportunity to learn from each other, find supportive understanding, be encouraged, and learn new educational information and life skills.

DECEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY Living with Loss Group Topic: Reminiscing 10am, Board Room

The Living with Loss group is for persons who have experienced the death of a spouse, family member, or close friend. Please bring along 2 items to this special gathering: 1 photo/memento that will help the group know something about your loved one, and 1 photo/ memento that holds a special memory of your loved one. Light refreshments will be served. The group’s focus is support and education, and topics vary each month. Call Jenny Snyder (6259) for more information.

DECEMBER 10, MONDAY Caregiver’s Support Group Holiday Brunch 10am, Concord Room

The Alzheimer’s Association and Garden Spot Village co-sponsor this support group for family caregivers of persons with dementia. This month we will be having a holiday brunch; please bring a food item to contribute. Also be thinking about a holiday memory to share with the group. Bring your questions and advice so we can help each other in the journey. Upon advance request, free respite care in Adult Day Services (6226) is available during this group meeting time if you are currently enrolled in Garden Spot Village Adult Day Services. If this is your first time attending the support group, please contact Marcia Parsons (6239) or Emelia Reifsnyder (6076).

DECEMBER 13, THURSDAY Low Vision Support Group Topic: New Treatments & Management of Glaucoma Special Speaker - Dr. Jonathan Andrews, Optometric Associates 3pm, Garden Towers

Persons who have any type of visual loss will find their knowledge and independence enhanced by this program. Call Mary Beth Villafane (6010) for more information.

DECEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Sharing with Supportive Friends 10:30am, Prayer and Meditation Room

Do you desire a group of supportive friends? This caring, informal group is a resource for residents desiring a safe space to discuss multiple topics and develop encouraging relationships. All are welcome to join the friendly conversation. Contact Jenny Snyder (6259) with any questions.

DECEMBER 25, 2018, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group Merry Christmas! Please join us in January.

LOOKING AHEAD TO 2019…

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY Essential Tremor Support Group – Caring and Coping - Open Discussion 10am, Board Room

Individuals with Essential Tremors and their families and friends are invited to join us! We will be sharing challenges and victories; asking questions; and giving each other support and suggestions. This quarterly support group is affiliated with the International Essential Tremor Foundation. Call Sherilyn Lapp (6264) for more information.

JANUARY 17, THURSDAY Hearing Loss Support Group – Special Event 2-3pm

A special presentation on assistive technology for those with hearing loss is in the planning stages. More information will be given next month. Please save the date.

On-Line Hearing Loss Network www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org

Helpful resource links are available at the GSV Hearing Loss Network site, with or without an account. The site is a resident only safe place to ask questions and compare services notes. Create a free account. Contact Mary Beth Villafane (6010) if you have any questions or suggestions.

JANUARY 22, TUESDAY Healthcare Spouse Group Restaurant: Oregon Dairy 11:30am

Individuals with a spouse in a healthcare setting are encouraged to attend this group. The focus of the group is support and encouragement. The group will enjoy lunch together at Oregon Dairy in Lititz. We will depart from the Village Square at 11:30am. Cost of the meal is the responsibility of the individual. Contact Marcia Parsons (6239) for more information and to reserve your seat on the bus.

FEBRUARY 25, MONDAY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

SOCIAL SERVICES CORNER

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE SOCIAL SERVICES TEAM!

L-R: Sherilyn Lapp, Jackie Berrios, Jenny Snyder, Emelia Reifsnyder, Mary Beth Villafane, Marcia Parsons

Final Call for Medicare Part D Evaluations Medicare Open Enrollment ends Friday, December 7. If you’d like help reviewing your Prescription Drug plan, call Resident Services (6000) today to schedule a Medicare Part D evaluation with one of the social workers. Remaining appointment times are limited.

Hospitalizations

Please notify your social worker of any planned or unexpected hospitalizations. Our goal is to walk alongside you, advocating for follow up care, medical equipment, and supports as needed.

Not sure which social worker covers the area where you live?

• Sherilyn Lapp (6264) – Cottage and Carriage homes • Mary Beth Villafane (6010) – GE, GN, GW, GS Apartments • Jenny Snyder (6259) – Village Square Apartments, Sycamore Springs • Emelia Reifsnyder (6076) – Mt View and Laurel View Personal Care Areas • Marcia Parsons (6239) – Skilled Nursing • Jackie Berrios (6240) – Thistledown Co-Living House, Skilled Nursing

Scam Reminder

Unfortunately, phone and email scams are common, and we need to be vigilant in how we respond. Please do NOT send money to callers posing as attorneys or law officers or the IRS. Always be cautious and suspicious. Ask for contact information from the caller in order to call them right back. Never respond to a supicious email. Before proceeding, please review any contacts like this with your GSV Social Worker, a family member or someone with power of attorney over your estate. Legitimate requests for information or payment would come from a trusted source, or by US Mail. Again, always be cautious and suspicious. If you have any questions, feel free to contact you GSV Social Worker or GSV Administration.

Holiday Blues

While the commercial world in which we live paints the holidays as a beautiful time of togetherness, coziness, and delight, that quintessential “holiday spirit” is not the reality for many people. In fact, it is not unusual for this season to trigger old hurts and draw attention to losses. If this is your reality, take comfort in knowing you are not alone and this is not unusual. Please reach out to a social worker, friend, or clergy.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES Deborah Fast, Director of Volunteer Services

LIVES OF SERVICE

“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” –Fred Rogers At Garden Spot Village the helpers are everywhere. In every corner of the community, volunteers help in ways that reflect their life experiences, their interests, their passions. Ruthann Ware is one of those helpers who works diligently in the background, serving in ways that others don’t always see. Director of Volunteer Services Deborah Fast says, “Ruthann is a quiet but very active volunteer who touches many lives in a meaningful way through her service.” When asked about her inspiration for serving Ruthann recalls, “My mother cared for people who were alone. She was always helping somebody,” She follows her mother’s example, serving people around her in the Garden Spot Village community. Ruthann, who moved to Garden Spot Village in August 2009 with her husband, Don, selflessly serves people exactly where they are. She volunteers as the co-coordinator of Caring Connections, an innovative relationship-oriented program at Garden Spot Village that connects people who need a friend with people who are willing to spend time with others. Her experience as a geriatric nurse helps Ruthann to connect and understand what people are experiencing as they age. She says, “I pursued nursing as my career because it enabled me to help others.” As people near the end of life, Ruthann delights in serving as the hands and feet of Jesus. She says, “I enjoy sitting with the terminally ill in the last phase of their lives. It is such a blessing to serve the Lord and His people in this way.” As for her reason to serve with Caring Connections Ruthann says, “I have a passion for people who are lonely and need someone to keep them company… I love to smile at people and feel the warmth of their response to a friendly smile.” In addition to serving as a connector herself, she also connects volunteers with people who need a regular visitor, plans the quarterly Caring Connections orientation and plans parties for Caring Connections participants. She also occasionally volunteers to help serve the Garden Spot Village Swipe Out Hunger meal at CrossNet Youth Center on the fourth Monday night of each month.

STOCKING SURPRISE SALE IN SHARE & CARE

Throughout December, Share & Care will feature Stocking Specials at 50% off. Check out the stocking on our fireplace each day to find out what’s on sale!

CHRISTMAS MARKET AT REFRESH STORE

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 10AM - 4PM

Join us for our first ever Christmas Market at the Refresh store! Browse our wonderful selection of gifts, ornaments, clothing, accessories and seasonal treats. Assemble your own gift basket of specially selected items. Get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas cookie, or purchase a special seasonal drink at the Refresh coffee shop. We hope to see you there! All proceeds from the Share & Care shop and Refresh Gifts & Essentials support the GSV Benevolent Fund.

CHRISTMAS EVE

• Share & Care closes at noon • Refresh Gifts & Essentials closes at 2pm • No 4-6pm Trolley

CHRISTMAS DAY

• Refresh Gifts & Essentials closed • Share & Care closed • No mail delivery • No Jolly Trolley

NEW YEAR’S EVE

• Schedules as usual • Additional Trolley 7:30-10:15pm for Gala

NEW YEAR’S DAY

• Refresh Gifts & Essentials closed • Share & Care closed • No mail delivery • No Jolly Trolley

WELLNESS Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness DECEMBER IS BALANCE MONTH! Improve Your Balance to Prevent Falls:

Five home care tips to help improve your balance, and quality of life: BALANCE EXERCISES: Performing the correct exercises is the most effective way to improve your balance. Speak to your physician before performing these exercises and use caution in order to prevent a fall or other serious injury. COORDINATION AND POSTURE: Coordination and posture play a crucial role in maintaining balance. To help maintain balance, take a deep breath, this will usually align shoulders over hips while standing or sitting. When walking, make sure your nose is never past your toes and step heel-to-toe. EYE EXERCISES: Your eyes’ ability to communicate information to the brain is crucial in maintaining proper balance. Improve your eyesight, and in turn your balance, by performing a simple exercise 4 to 5 times a day. Keep in mind your posture; sit in a sturdy chair and choose an object upon which to focus that is at least 10 to 20 feet away. Keeping your eyes focused on the object, slowly stand from the sitting position and sit back down. Close your eyes and repeat the process of standing and sitting slowly. Use a chair with arm rests if you are having difficulty maintaining your balance during this exercise. HEARING AND EYE CHECKS: Have eyesight and hearing checked on a yearly basis in order to help maintain balance. Hearing plays a vital role in balance and should be monitored for any impairments or needs. Visit your optometrist regularly in order to monitor your eyeglass prescriptions, and update when necessary. Glaucoma, cataracts and other eye conditions also effect balance and must be monitored accordingly. MORE TIPS: Check your medications for any potential side effects that affect your balance. Use a cane or walker when necessary and keep your home well-lit in order to prevent injury. Keep your floors clutter free and pay attention making sure rugs and carpets are firmly attached to the floor. Balance is physical but we also need to find balance in everyday life. Pick up a copy our December Balance calendar either at the Wellness Center or the Apartment Suites Lobby.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS…

DECEMBER 10, MONDAY Do I Really want to Eat This? 2pm, Garden Towers

Do you like Adventure?

Going zip lining or tubing or more? Then maybe you would want to join our Wellness Adventure committee to help plan and promote 2019 adventures. We will meet on Thursday, December 6, 10am to plan out 2019 trips. If you are interested in being part of the committee, contact Lauren Graber (6228) or email lgraber@gardenspotvillage.org

WELLNESS HIGHLIGHT: BALANCE CLASS

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 1:30PM GSV WELLNESS CENTER FITNESS ROOM Balance Class includes simple exercises using the brain, muscles, and bones working together in order to improve and maintain the body’s balance, keeping you from falling. This program combines standing and sitting exercises. Balance is something we need to practice in order to improve. As we age, we sit more than we stand. So join us.

Join us to learn how to choose healthy food at holiday parties. Learn to think before you eat that plateful of cheese, crackers, cookies and fudge! Led by Tara Phillips, GSV Clinical Dietitian and Linda Ebert, former Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator.

DECEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY Spa Cleaning Day The spa will be closed starting 8am DECEMBER 21, FRIDAY Red Nose Run 2pm, Pavilion

Celebrate the first day of winter with a walk/run.

JANUARY 23, WEDNESDAY Winter Wellness Carnival 9am-3pm, GSV Wellness Center JANUARY 24, THURSDAY Winter Wellness Carnival 9am-3pm, Village Park JANUARY 25, FRIDAY Snow Tubing at Ski Roundtop Depart 10:30am, return approximately 4:30pm Cost: $26pp. Lunch own your own. Bring a lunch or buy one at the resort. Sign up at Resident Services

EXPLORE SOMETHING NEW... EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE

SATURDAY EVENING CONCERT SERIES 7pm | GSV CHAPEL

DEC 15

MAIN STREET ART GALLERY

Bryn Mawr Mainliners Barbershop Christmas

DECEMBER 1-31

The Main Street Art Gallery, a month-long display featuring GSV resident artwork. Theme: Seasonal & Christmas Residents are invited to display their framed, ready to hang, artwork in this holiday exhibit. Maximum of two pieces per exhibitor. Delivery of artwork was required by November 29 in order to participate.

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT CLASS

DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY, 1PM, ART STUDIO

Make a mini Christmas gift! Join Paula and Julie in creating a card topper Christmas ornament. Class size limited. Teacher: Paula Schmauk Cost: $4pp includes supplies. Sign up at Resident Services.

WELLSPAN HEALTH TALK

DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY, 7PM, CHAPEL Topic: Living with AFib

GSV BOOK CLUB

JAN 19

Musical Theater

with Sarah Zahn & Andy Roberts

FEB 16

Jeﬀ Coon & Friends Fulton Theatre

MAR 16

Lancaster Brass Quintet

APR 20

Richard Amoroso, cello & Asaki Nakagawa, piano Public Invited | Donations Accepted at the Door | Schedule Subject to Change

DECEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY 2PM, GARDENS SOUTH CONFERENCE ROOM

You are invited to read The Whistler by John Grisham. Come to engage in an in-depth discussion of the book or to listen. Multiple copies are available at the ELANCO Library.

INTRO TO STAINED GLASS

JANUARY 8-FEBRUARY 12, TUESDAYS 9:30-11AM, ART STUDIO

Intro to Stained Glass, for beginners, teaches cutting glass, working with foil and lead, soldering, cleaning and polishing your project. Class size limited allowing one-to-one instruction. Teacher: Bonnie Lord. Class Cost: $10pp (Free to Art Guild members) Materials Cost: $10pp Sign up at Resident Services.

STASHBASHER QUILT CLASS

JANUARY 8 & 15 AND FEBRUARY 5 & 18, TUESDAYS 1PM, GS QUILT & CRAFT ROOM Looking for a way to use up your scraps? Here’s a quilt that is a perfect way to start down-sizing those leftover fabrics. This single-block design goes together quickly with several design possibilities. Residents with all levels of experience are invited. Photo and sample block on display in the Life Enrichment Office. Teacher: Sally Rapp Cost: Supplies at your expense. Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 31, MONDAY

New Year’s Eve Gala 8-10pm, Chapel

DECEMBER 23, SUNDAY **MORAVIAN CHRISTMAS VIGILS 5:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10:30pm A Christmas Candlelight Service complete with Love Feast, the Lititz Moravian Church keeps this Christmas celebration alive, year after year. Cost: $5pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 8, TUESDAY **PA FARM SHOW 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3:30pm (Sign up begins December 5)

Since 1916, Pennsylvania is proud to host the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country. This event held at the Farm Show Complex features livestock judging, cooking demonstrations, horses, entertainment, food and all aspects of farm and agricultural exhibits.

proudly presents

a word-for-word dramatic adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novella

Saturday, December 8 7:00pm Garden Spot Village

433 S Kinzer Ave, New Holland, PA 17557

JANUARY 10, THURSDAY **RED CHAPEAUX LUNCHEON & MOVIE 12noon, Village Park (Sign up begins December 5)

Ladies laughing and chatting while dressed in a sea of red and purple Yes, the Traveling Red Chapeaux ladies invite you, past and present Red Hatters, to join the fun. Don the proper colors and enjoy conversation, a light lunch and a movie. Cost: $15pp includes lunch & movie. Sign up at Resident Services.

JANUARY 11, FRIDAY **LANCASTER SYMPHONY OPEN REHEARSAL 2pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up begins December 5)

Designed to bring free live symphonic music to seniors and home-school groups, the Open Rehearsals teach and entertain. Cost: $5pp transportation. Donations accepted. Sign up at Resident Services.

and over 35 other performances across Lancaster County and beyond!

What’s New on GSV-TV, Channel 956 in December

All Shows Pay-What-You-Will! MONDAY MORNING MOVIES… 8am Christmas Concerts For more informa3: tion, visitChristmas (90 min.) DECEMBER Gaithers www.ServantStageCompany.com DECEMBER 10: Christmas with Andre Rieu (60 min.) DECEMBER 17: Celtic Woman Christmas Celebration (75 min.) or call 717-455-0255 CHANNEL 956

DECEMBER 24: Gaithers Christmas (90 min.) DECEMBER 31: Johnny Cash Christmas Special (Duration: (60 min.)

DECEMBER FUN FEATURE: NAME THAT CHRISTMAS CAROL

Tune in to GSV-TV for a weekday Christmas Carol Clue. See if you can figure out what Christmas Carol the clue refers to. Answers will be posted at the Life Enrichment Office.

DID YOU KNOW?…

• Towne Meeting is rebroadcast on GSV-TV Channel 956, the same week, Tuesday, 7pm and Wednesday, 2pm & 7pm. • Sunday Worship Service is rebroadcast on GSV-TV Channel 956 the following Sunday, 2pm. • If you see on the Weekly Announcements, the event is scheduled for broadcasting.

LIFE ENRICHMENT DECEMBER 2018 BE SURE TO SIGN UP! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5

TRIP SIGN-UP beginning 8am, Theater

REMEMBER: if you choose to arrive prior to 8am, place your name on the “I’m waiting for a #” paper. At 7:30am a volunteer will arrive and distribute #’s. Beginning at 8am, we will begin to call #’s. Note – if you are not present when your # is called, you will be issued a new # in sequential order upon your return. Questions? Call Life Enrichment (6007) or (6133).

DECEMBER 3, MONDAY **RADIO CITY & NYC 8am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 9pm (Sign up began November 2)

Discover the Radio City Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes and George Wesner, organist. Time on your own, meals on your own. Cost: $132pp includes Elite Coach transportation, show ticket, a brief visit with George Wesner and driver gratuity. Advertising flyer available at the Life Enrichment Office. Sign up at Resident Services. DECEMBER 4, TUESDAY **OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD PROCESSING CENTER 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8:30pm (Sign up began November 2)

Have you ever wondered what happens to your shoebox gifts after you drop them off at GSV? Before a shoebox can be sent to children around the world, volunteers are needed to review each box, in order to make sure it is full and items are suitable for shipping. You can be a part of this important step by volunteering at Samaritan’s Purse Processing Center, Baltimore. GSV transportation provided. Bring a packed meal or purchase Chick-fil-A on site. Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 5, WEDNESDAY **HERR’S TOUR & LIGHTS 1:45pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8pm (Sign up began November 2)

An unforgettable experience is in store for you at Herr’s Factory Tour. Herr’s Potato chips… yummy! And if the taste and smell of potato chips aren’t enough to thrill you, we’ve added a dinner buffet and Christmas lights tour. Now, that sounds like Christmas fun!! Cost: $30pp includes transportation, tour & meal. Sign up at Resident Services. DECEMBER 7, FRIDAY & DECEMBER 19, WEDNESDAY **MALL SHOPPING 9:30am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 1:30pm

Park City is a great destination for Christmas bargains galore. Whether you need a last minute gift or enjoy purchasing bargains for next year, Park City has it. Cost: $5pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services. DECEMBER 11, TUESDAY **RLPS GINGERBREAD DISPLAY 6:15pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 8:30pm (Sign up began November 2)

Each year, RLPS Architects creates a walk-thru gingerbread holiday wonderland. Although the theme is usually a secret to the public, we’ve been given a BIG hint… it has something to do with Dr. Seuss and should be a very colorful display. Garden Spot Village is invited to participate in this special evening of fun and whimsy. Cost: $5pp transportation Sign up at Resident Services.

DECEMBER 14, FRIDAY **NH BAND HOLIDAY POPS 5pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 10pm (Sign up began November 2)

GSV provides shuttle service to the New Holland Band Holiday Pops at the Palm Court, Hilton Hotel, Lancaster. Event tickets may be purchased online or by contacting a NH Band member. Cost: $5 transportation. Sign up at Resident Services. DECEMBER 15, SATURDAY **CAVOD THEATRE 1:30pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 5:30pm (Sign up began November 2)

My Fair Lady, the tale of Eliza Doolittle, Professor Henry Higgins and others. That beloved Lerner and Loewe’s Broadway show, Tony Award winner and Best Musical will be presented by Cavod Theatre. Cost: $17pp reserved priority seating. Sign up at Resident Services. DECEMBER 18, TUESDAY & DECEMBER 21, FRIDAY **LUNCH BUNCH 10am depart Apartment Suites Lobby Approximate return, 3pm (Sign up begins December 5)

Celebrate Christmas with a special dinner outing. Nestled between Philadelphia and Lancaster County, The Copperfield Inn specializes in hosting the holidays at their finest. A great holiday location to gather with friends and neighbors! Menu dining. Meal cost on own. Cost: $5pp transportation. Sign up at Resident Services.

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