Sewickley Village Living - July 2025

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VILLAGE

Open House at the Clemente Museum

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Village Living is published monthly. If you have any questions, comments or ideas on current or upcoming trips and programs, please call the Recreation Department at ext. 43906. Their office is located in the Clubhouse Lower Level.

To learn more about the Wellness Center’s amenities and programs, call the Barley Wellness Center at ext. 43931.

To view this publication electronically, please visit masonicvillagesewickley.org and select “Lifestyle.”

WELLNESS

Barley Wellness Center 43931

Located in the Star Points Building, the Barley Wellness Center offers state-of-the-art equipment, fitness classes and an indoor pool and spa. Trained staff will help you develop a personalized fitness program.

Open 24 hours

Staff available Mon. - Fri., 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Pool hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 - 11:30 a.m.; Mon., Wed. and Fri., 2 - 5 p.m.; Sat., 8 - 11:30 a.m.

Water Exercise

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, 10 - 10:45 A.M.

Barley Wellness Center Pool

Improve your overall health with a combination of aerobic conditioning, resistance training and balance exercises, while enjoying the beautiful pool.

Fit for Life

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, 11 - 11:30 A.M.

Assembly Room

Fit for Life focuses on balance, strength and flexibility for a better quality of life.

Senior Yoga

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, 11:30 A.M. - NOON

Assembly Room

Our instructor, Claudia, will guide you through a gentle half-hour yoga session of seated and standing poses focused on strength, relaxation, balance and flexibility.

Golden Aerobics

MONDAY & FRIDAY, 9 - 9:45 A.M.

Assembly Room

Designed to work your entire body, this class will benefit individuals who are looking for an active cardiovascular workout with intervals of strength, flexibility and range-of-motion exercises.

Tai Chi

TUESDAY & THURSDAY, 10 - 10:30 A.M.

Assembly Room

Tai Chi has been described as meditation in motion, gentle flowing movement performed in a slow, focused manner. Anyone can participate, as Tai Chi places minimal stress on muscles and joints. The benefits of Tai Chi include decreased stress, increased energy and improved flexibility and balance.

Walking Group

TUESDAY & THURSDAY, 11 - 11:30 A.M.

Assembly Room

Our wellness staff will warm you up and cool you down with various exercises before and after a short walk. Join neighbors and friends for good music and conversation, all while contributing to a healthy, active lifestyle.

Stretching

TUESDAY & THURSDAY, 1:30 - 2:15 P.M.

Activity Room 6

The wellness team will guide you through gentle stretches to improve flexibility and balance and increase range of motion, making it easier to perform everyday tasks.

FEATURED EVENTS

Master Masons Bingo

MONDAYS, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

Why Master Masons bingo? There are door prizes every week, 10 bingo winners weekly and a possible $100 Coverall winner. Benefits Sturgeon Health Care Center residents and other Masonic charities.

Writers Group

MONDAYS, JULY 14 & 28, 10 A.M.

Social Room

Do you have a desire to write essays, short stories or memoirs? Join your friends and neighbors bi-monthly as they take turns reading from their creations.

Meditation Circle

MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS, 8 A.M.

Activity Room 2

Meditation is a powerful tool to find a sense of wellbeing, peace and relaxation. It involves sitting quietly, focusing on the present moment and calming the mind. We’ve started a meditation group for both first-time and long-time practitioners. We spend a few minutes each session sharing experiences and close with a 20-minute silent meditation. All are welcome. Contact Karen Glass (518-637-1160) if you are interested or just show up.

Coed Billiards

THURSDAYS, 1 P.M.

Recreation Room

Lessons, competition and great fellowship take place, all while having a great time. Come be a part of the newest and most fun group on campus!

Euchre

FRIDAYS, 10 A.M.

Card Room

Another fun card game comes to Masonic Village! Euchre is described as a plain-trick game for four players in fixed partnerships. Just five cards are dealt for each player, and the object of the game is to win at least three of the five tricks – with an extra bonus for winning all five. Come check it out. Partners will be determined upon arrival.

Sustainable Living Committee

TUESDAY, JULY 1, 10 A.M.

Activity Room 2

The Sustainable Living Committee encourages individual practices of the Four Rs: “Refuse” (ex. plastic straws), “Reuse” (ex. glass jars), “Reduce” (ex. plastic water bottles) and “Replace” (ex. Tote bags instead of plastic grocery bags). The Masonic Village General Store carries numerous products that support sustainable living.

Todd DePastino: What was so Revolutionary About the American Revolution?

THURSDAY, JULY 3, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

Todd tells the story of an obscure shoemaker named George Robert Twelves Hewes, who played a central role in the American Revolution. Hewes’ life poses the question for historians today: What was so revolutionary about the American Revolution? Come learn how Hewes and the country changed, and about powdered wigs, walking canes, and tarring and feathering.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “The Birds” (1963)

FRIDAY, JULY 4, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

The movie focuses on a series of sudden and unexplained violent bird attacks on the people of Bodega Bay, California. Cast: Rod Taylor, Tippi Hedren, Jessica Tandy

Saturday Night at the Movies: “Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt” (2012)

SATURDAY, JULY 5, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

A police chief of a small New England town returns from his forced retirement after his replacement is blown up in the town police car. Cast: Tom Selleck, Kathy Baker, Kohl Sudduth

Masonic Village Workshop Meeting

TUESDAY, JULY 8, 10 A.M.

Activity Room 5

The Masonic Village Workshop is a non-profit club giving residents the opportunity to use a space for woodworking, crafting and minor repairs. A wide variety of hand and power tools are available for use. Also, there is a separate “finishing room” for painting and varnishing. There are enough workstations in the shop for several people to work at the same time. All are welcome, and we hope to see you there.

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“Reality Bites” (1994)

SUNDAY, JULY 6, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

Lelaina Pierce, the valedictorian of her college class, records her friends in a mock documentary of post-education life. Cast: Winona Ryder, Ethan Hawke, Janeane Garofolo

The Sharing Table

MONDAY, JULY 7, 1 – 3 P.M.

Assembly Room

New times are 1 - 3 p.m. If unable to attend, you may drop off items between 12:30 - 1 p.m. We now know that “One resident’s trash is another’s treasure!” This is your opportunity to share items you no longer need and perhaps find something you like. The price is just right - free! (Furniture and clothes not accepted.) Come enjoy the fun!

FEATURED EVENTS

Ladies Night Specials at the Pub

TUESDAY, JULY 8, 3:30 P.M.

Pub

Drinks specials and specialty seating at the bar. What more could a lady ask for?

Roger Barbour Jazz Trio Returns

TUESDAY, JULY 8, 6:30 P.M.

Great Room

Roger, Kevin and Vince return for a nice evening of top-notch tunes that we all know and appreciate. Make sure that you finish dinner by 6:30 p.m.!

RLA Board of Directors Meeting

WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 10 A.M.

Social Room

All residents are always welcome to observe the Board meetings. If you want to add to the agenda, contact Pat Davies (412-260-4070) at least two weeks before the meeting.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Knight & Day” (2010)

FRIDAY, JULY 11, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

A young woman gets mixed up with a disgraced spy who is trying to clear his name. Cast: Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Peter Sarsgaard

Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Undefeated” (1969)

SATURDAY, JULY 12, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

Ex-Confederate soldiers run into ex-Union cavalrymen, but they must join forces to fight off Mexican bandits and revolutionaries. Cast: John Wayne, Rock Hudson, Antonio Aguilar

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Let’s Make Love” (1960)

SUNDAY, JULY 13, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

When a billionaire is to be satirized in an off-Broadway revue, he passes himself off as an actor playing him. Cast: Marilyn Monroe, Yves Montand, Tony Randall

Powerback Rehab Program

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 1 P.M.

Assembly Room

Come bring a success story that you can share with others. It’s always a good time to hear positive things about the world we live in. The Powerback team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have as well.

Martinis on the Patio

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 7 P.M.

Clubhouse Patio

The annual summer event that cannot be missed! Enjoy specialty martinis and beverages, accompanied by the sounds of Donna Groom and Rick Purcell. You don’t have to be a hippie to enjoy the music!

Allegheny Health Network

Lecture with Dr. Coppola: COVID-19 Vaccine Information

THURSDAY, JULY 17, 1 P.M.

Assembly Room

COVID-19 is not going away. Since you are at Masonic Village, you get the benefit of having vaccines readily available. But what is going on and why are they different? Dr. Coppola will fill you in.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Saving Silverman” (2001)

FRIDAY, JULY 18, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

Two dim-witted former high school buddies plot to keep their friend Darren from marrying the wrong woman. Cast: Jason Biggs, Steve Zahn, Jack Black

Saturday Night at the

Movies: “Spider-Man 2” (2004)

SATURDAY, JULY 19, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

Peter Parker is beset with troubles in his failing personal life as he battles a former brilliant scientist named Otto Octavius. Cast: Tobey Maguire, Kristin Dunst, Alfred Molina

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “In Her Shoes” (2005)

SUNDAY, JULY 20, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

After a falling out, party girl Maggie and her attorney sister Rose have little left in common. But a discovery of a long-lost grandmother could bring them back together. Cast: Toni Collette, Cameron Diaz, Shirley MacLaine

Book Discussion Group

MONDAY, JULY 21, 1 P.M.

Activity Room 2

Our July book selection is “The Bean Tree” by Barbara Kingsolver. This is a charming, engrossing tale of rural Kentucky native Taylor Greer, who wants to get away from her roots. She succeeds but inherits a 3-year-old Native American girl along the way. This is a story about love and friendship, abandonment and belonging and the discovery of surprising resources in seemingly empty places. All residents are invited to attend. Please call Phoebe Herrington (412-742-2940) if you have any questions.

JULY 2025

CALENDAR KEY

Off-Campus Excursions

Trips

Activity Room 2 A5 Activity Room 5 A6 Activity Room 6 AR Assembly Room

Art Studio

Clubhouse Great Room CL Clubhouse Library

CP Clubhouse Patio

CR Card Room

MR Meditation Room

RR Recreation Room

SP Star Points Assembly Room

SR Social Room Clubhouse

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Reality Bites”

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956

Theater: “Let’s Make Love”

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10:30 a.m. Ross Park Mall

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Maker Space with Karen (AS)

1 p.m. Sharing Table (AR)

1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)

4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:45 a.m. Target, Cranberry

10 a.m. Writers Group (SR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Maker Space with Karen (AS)

1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)

4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “In Her Shoes”

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:45 a.m. Super WalMart, Robinson

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Book Discussion (A2)

1 p.m. Maker Space with Karen (AS)

1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)

4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)

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11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)

1:30 p.m. Mindful

Discussion Round

Table (AS)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Midnight in Paris”

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:45 a.m. Aldi, Northway

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10 a.m. Writers Group (SR)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Maker Space with Karen (AS)

1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)

4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)

7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)

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9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Sustainable Living (A2)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Pastels with Marcia (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Workshop Meeting (A5)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Pastels with Marcia (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

3:30 p.m. Ladies Night at the Pub

6:30 p.m. Roger Barbour Trio (GR)

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9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Powerback Rehab Program (AR)

1 p.m. Pastels with Marcia (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)

9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Roberto Clemente Open House

1 p.m. Pastels with Marcia (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)

9 a.m. Hand & Foot (CR)

9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10:30 a.m. Chess (RR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

1 p.m. Pastels with Marcia (AS)

1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio and Therapy with River (AS)

1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

10 a.m. RLA Board of Directors Meeting (SR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Fiberart International 2025

1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio and Therapy with River (AS)

1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10:45 a.m. Lunch at Shakespeare’s Pub

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio and Therapy with River (AS)

1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

7 p.m. Martinis on the Patio with Donna Groom & Rick Purcell (CP)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Trip to the Pirates Game

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio and Therapy with River (AS)

1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All (CR)

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

7 p.m. Hopewell Community Band (AR)

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8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Watercolor Open Studio and Therapy with River (AS)

1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All

2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)

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9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Art Appreciation with Sibyl (AS)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Billiards (RR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

7 p.m. Todd DePastino (AR)

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9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Art Appreciation with Sibyl (AS)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Billiards (RR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Art Appreciation with Sibyl (AS)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. AHN Lecture (AR)

1 p.m. Billiards (RR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Art Appreciation with Sibyl (AS)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Billiards (RR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

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9:50 a.m. Quaker Village

10 a.m. Art Appreciation with Sibyl (AS)

10 a.m. Tai Chi (AR)

10 a.m. Mahjong (CR)

11 a.m. Walking Group (AR)

11 a.m. Mass (SR)

1 p.m. Billiards (RR)

1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)

7 p.m. Pittsburgh Banjo Club (AR)

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Independence Day

10 a.m. Drawing with Dick (AS)

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge (CR)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Birds”

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

10 a.m. Euchre (CR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10 a.m. Drawing with Dick (AS)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All (CR)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Knight & Day”

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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

10 a.m. Euchre (CR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10 a.m. Drawing with Dick (AS)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge (CR)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)

7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Saving Silverman”

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9 a.m. Trip to Dutilh Flea Market

9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)

9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley

10 a.m. Euchre (CR)

10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)

10 a.m. Drawing with Dick (AS)

11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)

11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)

1 p.m. Bridge for All (CR)

1:15 p.m. Skip Bo

7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz (A2)

7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Pink Panther”

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1 p.m. Plarn (SR)

1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt” (AR)

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1 p.m. Plarn (SR)

1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Undefeated” (AR)

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1 p.m. Plarn (SR)

1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Spider-Man 2” (AR)

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8:30 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast

1 p.m. Plarn (SR)

1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)

7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Queen’s Garden” (AR)

FEATURED EVENTS

Hopewell Community Band

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

It is time for their annual concert! This is one of the area’s finest bands with some of the most accomplished musicians.

Jazz Ma Tazz

FRIDAY, JULY 25, 7 P.M.

Activity Room 2

Do you enjoy listening to jazz? Relax with your friends and neighbors while appreciating some fine music.

Channel 956 Movie Theater:

“The Pink Panther” (1963)

FRIDAY, JULY 25, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

A bumbling French police inspector is called upon to investigate and solve a jewel theft in a winter resort. Cast: Peter Sellers, David Niven, Robert Wagner

Saturday Night at the Movies:

“The Queen’s Garden” (1977)

SATURDAY, JULY 26, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

A critically acclaimed and enthralling study of the wildlife of the Buckingham Palace gardens in the heart of London.

Mindful Discussion

Round Table

SUNDAY, JULY 27, 1:30 P.M.

Art Studio

*Note location change. The MDR meets on the last Sunday of each month for friendly conversation, pro and con, on a variety of subjects.

Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Midnight in Paris” (2011)

SUNDAY, JULY 27, 7 P.M.

Channel 956

While on a trip to Paris with his fiancée, a nostalgic screenwriter finds himself mysteriously going back to the 1920s everyday at midnight. Cast: Owen Wilson, Kathy Bates, Rachel McAdams

Scooter Clinic

TUESDAY, JULY 29, 9 - 11 A.M.

Activity Room 6

A representative from Blackburn’s will be on campus to make repairs and do a checkup on lift chairs and your electric mobility devices. For your convenience and to eliminate waiting, please call ext. 43100 to make an appointment.

The Pittsburgh Banjo Club Returns

THURSDAY, JULY 31, 7 P.M.

Assembly Room

Yes, they are back in action! Fun, fun and more fun is what your evening will be. Great music, corny banter and familiar faces. What more can be said?

DINING RESTAURANT

JULY 1 - 5

43912

July Drink of the Month: Vodka

Watermelon Cooler

2 oz. vodka

.5 oz. lime juice

.5 oz. simple syrup

Watermelon

Muddle watermelon into shaker, add ice, vodka, lime juice and simple syrup. Shake and serve in rocks glass.

PATRIOTIC PUNCH

1 oz. Grenadine

1 oz. Blue Curaçao

1 oz. vodka

3 oz. lemonade

Add Grenadine to glass and add ice

Add vodka and lemonade to shaker, shake and float over the grenadine. Float Blue Curacao over top.

JULY 7 - 12

BAY BREEZE

1.5 oz. vodka

1.5 oz. pineapple juice

3 oz. cranberry juice

Shake and serve in rocks glass. Garnish with lime.

JULY 14 - 19

PEACH BELLINI

2 oz. peach

Top with prosecco

Serve in champagne glass

JULY 21 - 26

SUNSET TEA

2 oz. bourbon

3 oz. tea

1.5 oz. pineapple juice

.5 oz. lemon juice

Splash of simple syrup

Add bourbon, pineapple juice, lemon juice and simple syrup.

Shake. Serve in highball glass, and top with tea and lemon garnish.

JULY 28 - AUG. 2

CHERRY LIMEADE

2 oz. cherry vodka

1.5 oz lime juice

Top with Sprite, and serve in highball glass

ART CLASSES

What are the Art Studio instructors doing this summer for fun?

You’ve seen notices on the Art Studio door noting when instructors are available for Open Studio hours this summer. Continue checking for our adjusted summer hours.

Alice Lieb (Acrylics and Oil) is going to Allentown to watch her granddaughter compete in the National Ultimate Speed Frisbee Tournament.

Sibyl McNulty (Art Appreciation, Collage, Zentangle) is excited her children and grandchildren are visiting for a week. They will do lots of hiking, eating and visiting museums.

Judy Wenning (Watercolor) is taking the entire summer off from painting and will be visiting her daughter in New England.

Karen Glass (Maker Space) plans to visit her children in Washington, D.C., as well as go back to her roots in the Adirondacks for a visit.

Donna Billings (Watercolor) and River (the therapy dog) will be learning how to put together her new Oru kayak and practicing for a week-long kayaking trip in the San Juan Archipelago islands.

LIFELONG LEARNING

MONDAYS,

AT 4 P.M., ASSEMBLY ROOM

The Wonders of America’s State Parks

July 7

Georgia and Carolina Islands: Lost in Time

There’s a great wealth of history and culture in the barrier islands of Georgia and North Carolina. I’m sure many of you have vacationed in the Outer Banks and have possibly visited some of these sites.

Southern Appalachian Peaks and Valleys

There are historic forts and scenic wonders, like Fort Mountain in Georgia and South Carolina’s Mountain Ridge.

Dick Wagner (Perspective Drawing) will be around all summer. He is excited that after three years, he finally has a garden and will be spending lots of time with his tomatoes and herbs.

Marcia Brackin (Pastels) plans to organize and/or discard 60+ years of photos. Her children gave her two years to do this, and her time is almost up.

In July, we will host an instructor inservice workshop to help us design and facilitate a new, creative arts series of workshops and classes that will be tailored to our residents.

July 14

The Florida Keys, Tropical Paradise Parks

So, what’s so special about the state parks in the Florida Keys? Today, we will learn about Bahia Hondo, Curry Hammock and an underwater archaeological state park.

West Texas: Where the West is Still Wild

Horseback riding seems to be the way to visit Palo Duro Canyon and the Big Bend Ranch.

July 21

Adventures in the Ozarks and Ouachita

The Ozarks aren’t very tall, but there are a variety of areas to explore, like the Ozark Folk Center State Park and lakes and caves.

State Parks Along the Mississippi

We travel from the northern Mississippi River at Itasca State Park in Minnesota to Kentucky, and end at Rosedown Plantation in Louisiana.

July 28

Presidential Parks in the Land of Lincoln

President Lincoln’s early years will be explored through the state parks, along with one for James Audubon, the naturalist.

The Great Lakes: Back from the Brink

The state parks around the Great Lakes have recently improved. We will visit Mackinac Island in Michigan, the Indiana Dunes near Chicago and South Bass Island in the Lake Erie Archipelago.

MEETINGS AND CLUBS

Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Project Linus Work Group, Card Room

First Monday 1 p.m.

Second Monday 1 p.m.

Sharing Table, Assembly Room

Genealogy Club, Social Room

Second & Fourth Mondays, 10 a.m. Writers Group, Social Room

Third Monday, 1 p.m. Book Discussion, Activity Room 2

First Tuesday, 10 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m.

Sustainable Living Committee, Activity Room 2

BYOB Social Exercise Club, Social Room

Wednesdays, 4 p.m. Masonic Ringers, Social Room

Second Wednesday, 10 a.m.

RLA Board of Directors Meeting, Social Room

Last Friday, 7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz, Activity Room 2

Saturdays, 1 p.m. Plarn, Social Room

Last Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

Mindful Discussion Round Table, Art Studio

GAMES AND GROUPS

Sundays, 1:30 p.m. Dominoes, Social Room

Mondays, 10 a.m. Euchre, Card Room

Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Cornhole, Activity Room 6

Mondays, 7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo, Assembly Room

Tuesdays, 9 a.m. Hand & Foot, Card Room

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Chess Club, Recreation (Puzzle) Room

Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Mahjong, Card Room

Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Bridge for All, Card Room

Wednesdays, 2 p.m. Ping Pong, Activity Room 6

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Swipe, Card Room

Thursdays, 10 a.m. Mahjong, Card Room

Thursdays, 1 p.m. Billiards, Recreation Room

Thursdays, 1 p.m. Pinochle, Card Room

Thursdays, 7 p.m. Sequence, Card Room

Fridays, 1 p.m. 500 Bid, Recreation Room

Fridays, 1:15 p.m. Skip-Bo, Social Room

Fridays, 7 p.m. Tripoly, Assembly Room

1st & 3rd Fridays, 1 p.m. Duplicate Bridge, Card Room

Saturdays, 1:30 p.m. Cribbage, Activity Room 2

SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS

Sundays 11 a.m.

Wednesdays 1 p.m.

Thursdays 11 a.m.

Worship Service Assembly Room

Led by Rev. Tim Reichard

Bible Study Social Room

Led by Rev. Tim Reichard

Catholic Mass Social Room

Led by Father Matthew

EXCURSIONS

You may register for the excursions and programs by calling 412-741-1400, Leave a message stating what you are registering for. This line is only for leaving messages; there will be no call back. 43901

Fiberart International 2025

*Not Just for Artists!

WEDNESDAY, JULY 9

1 p.m.

Complimentary

Fiberart International 2025, at Contemporary Craft and Brew House Arts, features works by both established and emerging artists from eight countries, representing a wide spectrum of creativity, materials, techniques and unique perspectives. With over 400 entries from 30 countries, 36 artists were chosen, offering a diverse and engaging representation of contemporary fiber art. Call the registration line to reserve your spot!

Lunch at Shakespeare’s Pub

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16

10:45 a.m.

Cost: Your meal

Shakespeare’s Restaurant & Pub at Olde Stonewall Golf Club is a one-of-a-kind, Medieval style dining venue, where every customer is “treated like royalty.” The restaurant features American-style cuisine with a casual medieval theme. Diners can enjoy their fare in the air-conditioned interior or, weather permitting, on the patio overlooking the 18th green of the world class golf course. Call the registration line to make your reservation.

Open House at the Clemente Museum

TUESDAY, JULY 22

1 p.m.

$21

The Clemente Museum is housed in a historic firehouse in the revitalized Lawrenceville section of Pittsburgh. Executive Director and Curator Duane Rieder has meticulously renovated Engine House 25 to showcase the world’s largest exhibited collection of baseball artifacts, works of art, literature, photographs, memorabilia, and related materials which focus on Roberto Clemente, his teammates, his personal life and his humanitarian causes. Bring Karen Hammond your $21 to get your ticket.

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Detroit Tigers Game

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23

11:30 a.m.

$40

Will Cutch hit another home run? Will Skenes pitch another no hitter? Will Cruz’s “long, long legs” get him around to home plate? Bring Karen Hammond $40 to get your ticket for a seat in a super section, where you will see all the action. Accessible seating available!

Adventure at Dutilh United Methodist Church

Rummage Sale

FRIDAY, JULY 25

9 a.m.

Cost: Your purchases

It is that time again! Your bus will take you to the premiere market in the area. The departments represented this year are as follows: bake sale, books, clothing, crafts, electronics, equipment, furniture, garden center, holiday, household, jewelry/antiques, linens, picture frames, purses, socks, toys and more. The sale area is completely accessible. Please join us for a few hours of great shopping and fellowship! Call the registration line to reserve your seat.

Fellowship Breakfast

SATURDAY, JULY 26

8:30 a.m.

$9

Travel to the Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center for a delicious breakfast. All are welcome to enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, French toast and much more. Served by and benefits members of local PA Rainbow Assemblies and DeMolay Chapters. Sign up by calling the registration line by July 24.

Limited Walking Moderate Walking Extensive Walking

STANDARD TRIPS

There is no need to pre-register for any of the standard trips.

DATE

LOCATION

PICK-UP RETURN

Monday, July 7 Ross Park Mall 10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Monday, July 14 Target, Cranberry 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse

Promptly at 12:45 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Monday, July 21 Super WalMart, Robinson 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Monday, July 28 Aldi, Northway 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS

Tuesdays and Thursdays Quaker Village Shopping Center 9:50 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at Noon from destination to return to MVS

Fridays Village of Sewickley 9:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 11:15 a.m. from destination to return to MVS

Sunday Various Churches in Sewickley See Information Desk

ENJOY LIFE YOUR WAY

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