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.
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
Meditation Circle
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 8 A.M.
Activity Room 2
Meditation is a powerful tool to find a sense of well-being, peace and relaxation. It involves sitting quietly, focusing on the present moment and calming the mind. We’ve started a meditation circle for first-time and long-time practitioners. We’ll spend a few minutes each session sharing experiences and close with a 20-minute silent meditation. All are welcome. Contact Karen Glass at 518-637-1160 if you are interested, or just come to the circle.
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.
Coed Billiards
THURSDAYS, 1 P.M.
Recreation Room
Lessons, competition and great fellowship, all while having a super time. Come be part of the newest and most fun group on campus!
Kentucky Derby Party
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 5:30 P.M.
Assembly Room
Ladies and gents, get your hats ready for a contest that could win you a $20 or $30 Giant Eagle gift card. The race begins at 6:24 p.m., but the party starts at 5:30 p.m., giving you plenty of time to place your bets, enjoy a mint julep and get a bite to eat. Be sure to bring your favorite appetizer to share - it’s the price of admission!
Opportunities Expo
THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2 – 4 P.M.
Assembly Room
Come and learn about the fantastic programs and groups offered here at MVS - most of all, come and make new friends!
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Night at the Museum” (2006)
FRIDAY, MAY 2, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
A newly recruited night security guard at the Museum of Natural History discovers that an ancient curse causes the animals and exhibits on display to come to life and wreak havoc.
Cast: Ben Stiller, Carla Gugino, Dick Van Dyke
Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Rookie” (2005)
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
A Texas baseball coach makes the major leagues after agreeing to try out if his high school team made the playoffs.
Cast: Dennis Quaid, J.D. Evermore, Rachel Griffiths
Glenn and Donna Davis Venture to Africa
SUNDAY, MAY 4, 4 P.M.
Assembly Room
Come learn more about residents Donna and Glenn’s adventure through Africa, which included a safari, beautiful views and so much culture!
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Red 2” (2013)
SUNDAY, MAY 4, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
Retired CIA agent Frank Moses reunites his unlikely team of elite operatives for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear device.
Cast: Bruce Willis, Helen Mirren, John Malkovich
The Sharing Table
MONDAY, MAY 5, 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 ‘What is One Resident’s Trash is Another’s Treasure!’ Here is your opportunity to share items you no longer need and perhaps find something you like! The price is just right. Free! [Furniture & clothes not accepted.] Come & enjoy the fun!
Sustainable Living Committee
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 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), “Replace” (ex. use tote bags instead of plastic grocery bags). The Masonic Village General Store carries numerous products that support sustainable living.
Todd DePastino: The History and Meaning of Memorial Day
THURSDAY, MAY 8, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
Memorial Day is a uniquely American holiday with a fascinating history that stretches back to the Civil War, when huge casualties inspired widows and mothers to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. Come learn about the origins of “Decoration Day,” and how it became known as “Memorial Day.”
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Gridiron Gang” (2006)
FRIDAY, MAY 9, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
Teenagers at a juvenile detention center, under the leadership of their counselor, gain selfesteem by playing football together.
Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Xzibit, L. Scott Caldwell
Saturday Night at the Movies: “Call Me Madam” (1953)
SATURDAY, MAY 10, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
Washington hostess Sally Adams becomes a Trumanera U.S. ambassador to a European grand duchy.
Cast: Ethel Merman, Donald O’Connor, Vera-Ellen
FEATURED EVENTS
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Dial M For Murder” (1954)
SUNDAY, MAY 11, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
A London playboy plots the perfect murder of his rich, unfaithful wife.
Cast: Grace Kelly, Ray Milland, Robert Cummings
Writers Group
MONDAY, MAY 12 & 26, 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.
Genealogy Group
MONDAY, MAY 12, 1 P.M.
Social Room
Jim Stuber is a resident at Masonic Village with an extensive background in genealogy. He led the Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society for 14 years. Now, he leads a group once a month to share knowledge on topics of genealogical interest.
Masonic Village Workshop Meeting
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 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.
“Ring
Pittsburgh” Brings Movies, Musicals and More!
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
Mary Rita and the most prestigious bell choir in the area will be here, while our own Sue Garton joins them for the musical experience. This is a performance not to be missed!
RLA Board of Directors Meeting
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 9:30 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 days before the meeting.
RLA Quarterly Meeting
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 10 A.M.
Assembly Room
Come and enjoy a donut and hear all of the latest news about your community!
Allegheny Health Network
Lecture with Dr. Coppola: What Would You Put In A Medical Mall?
THURSDAY, MAY 15, 1 P.M.
Assembly Room
What’s a medical mall? Why do we need one? Or do we even need one since we live at Masonic Village? All of these questions and so much more will be answered.
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Casino Royale” (2006)
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
James Bond sets out on his first mission as 007. Bond must defeat a private banker funding terrorists in a high-stakes game of poker at Casino Royale, in Montenegro.
Cast: Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench
Saturday Night at the Movies: “Seven Pounds” (2008)
SATURDAY, MAY 17, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
Haunted by a secret, Ben Thomas looks for redemption by radically transforming the lives of seven people he doesn’t know.
Cast: Will Smith, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson
Channel 956 Movie Theater:
“Deja Vu” (2006)
SUNDAY, MAY 18, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
After a ferry is bombed in New Orleans, an A.T.F. agent joins a unique investigation using experimental surveillance technology to find the bomber, but soon finds himself becoming obsessed with one of the victims.
Cast: Denzel Washington, Paula Patton, Jim Caviezel
Book Discussion Group
MONDAY, MAY 19, 1 P.M.
Activity Room 2
Our May book selection is “Open Throat” by Henry Hoke. “Open Throat” is a marvel of storytelling, a universal journey through a wondrous and menacing world recounted by a lovable mountain lion. Feral and vulnerable, profound and playful, the star-making novel brings the mythic to life. “Open Throat” was named one of The Washington Post’s 50 Notable Works of Fiction in 2003. Please call Phoebe Herrington (412-742-2940) if you have questions.
Ladies Night at the Pub
TUESDAY, MAY 20, 3:30 P.M.
Great Room
Don’t miss out on specialty drinks and seating for the ladies!
James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 Model
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MAY
CALENDAR KEY
Off-Campus Excursions
Standard Trips
Other
A2 Activity Room 2
A5 Activity Room 5
A6 Activity Room 6
AR Assembly Room
AS Art Studio
GR 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
4
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
4 p.m. Donna and Glenn’s African Adventure! (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Red 2”
5
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:45 a.m. Super WalMart, Moon
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Sharing Table (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)
11
Mother’s Day
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
1:30 p.m. Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: “Clouds in My Coffee”
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Dial M For Murder”
12
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
10 a.m. Writers Group (SR)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
9:45 a.m. Aldi, Nothway
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. Genealogy (SR)
1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)
4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
18
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “Deja Vu”
19
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
10:30 a.m. Beaver Valley 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. Book Discussion (A2)
1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)
4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)
7 p.m. Master Masons Bingo (AR)
25
11 a.m. Worship Service (AR)
1:30 p.m. Mindful Discussion Round Table (AS)
7 p.m. Channel 956 Theater: “The Librarian”
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Memorial Day
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
10 a.m. Writers Group (SR)
1 p.m. Maker Space with Karen (AS)
1:30 p.m. Project Linus (CR)
4 p.m. Lifelong Learning (AR)
6
9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (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)
12:30 p.m. Volunteering at Global Links
1 p.m. Pastels With Marcia (AS)
1 p.m. Mahjong (CR)
1:30 p.m. Stretching (A6)
13
9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Workshop Meeting (A5)
10 a.m. Watercolor With Judy (AS)
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)
7 p.m. Ring Pittsburgh (AR)
20
9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Watercolor With Judy (AS)
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)
6:30 p.m. Ladies Night Entertainment (GR)
27
9 a.m. Scooter Clinic (A6)
9 a.m. Hand & Foot Game (CR)
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Watercolor With Judy (AS)
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)
7
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 and Therapy (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
1 p.m. Bridge For All
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
14
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. Watercolor and Therapy (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
1 p.m. Bridge For All
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
21
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
10 a.m. Sewickley Academy Buddies (AR)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor and Therapy (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
1 p.m. Bridge For All
2 p.m. Rangos Cinema: Desert Elephants
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
28
8 a.m. Meditation Circle (A2)
10 a.m. Water Exercise (Pool)
11 a.m. Lunch at Wexford Public
11 a.m. Fit for Life (AR)
11:30 a.m. Senior Yoga (AR)
1 p.m. Watercolor and Therapy (AS)
1 p.m. Bible Study (SR)
1 p.m. Bridge For All (CR)
2 p.m. Ping Pong (A6)
4 p.m. Masonic Ringers (SR)
1
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)
2 - 4 p.m. Opportunities Expo (AR)
8
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)
7 p.m. Todd DePastino (AR)
15
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)
22
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)
29
9:50 a.m. Quaker Village
10 a.m. Art Appreciation (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. Howard Voight: Oakland, Pittsburgh Civic Center (AR)
2
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
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)
6:30 p.m. River City Brass
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956: “Night at the Museum”
9
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
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: “Gridiron Gang”
16
9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
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: “Casino Royal”
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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
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. Channel 956: “Hitch”
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9 a.m. Golden Aerobics (AR)
9:30 a.m. Village of Sewickley
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 Refresher (CR)
1:15 p.m. Skip Bo (SR)
7 p.m. Jazz Ma Tazz (A2)
7 p.m. Tripoly (AR)
7 p.m. Channel 956: “Greyhound”
3
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
5:30 p.m. Kentucky Derby Party (AR)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “The Rookie” (AR)
10
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Call Me Madam” (AR)
17
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
2 p.m. Trip to the Shrine Wine Festival
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Seven Pounds” (AR)
24
1 p.m. Plarn (SR)
1:30 p.m. Cribbage (A2)
7 p.m. Saturday Night at the Movies: “Sense & Sensibility” (AR)
31
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: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” (AR)
FEATURED EVENTS
Sewickley Academy Buddies
(Note: Last visit for the year!)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 10 A.M.
Assembly Room
Come say goodbye to the 2024 -25 second grade class that we have come to love. You will hear about their summer plans, make some pudding cones and listen to their final concert. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Channel 956 Movie Theater: “Hitch” (2005)
FRIDAY, MAY 23, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
Described as New York City’s finest date doctor, matchmaker Alex “Hitch” Hitchens guarantees that any man can get the girl of his dreams if he overcomes his fears and follows Hitch’s infallible advice.
Cast: Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James
Saturday Night at the Movies: “Sense & Sensibility” (1995)
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
A period adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility.” After a change in circumstances, Marianne is torn between two men, while Elinor longs for a man beyond reach.
Cast: Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, Hugh Grant
Mindful Discussion Round Table
SUNDAY, MAY 25, 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: “The Librarian: Quest for the Spear” (2004)
SUNDAY, MAY 25, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
A librarian finds himself teamed up with a martial arts specialist in a battle against a sinister, bloodthirsty serpent brotherhood.
Cast: Noah Wylie, Sonya Walger, Bob Newhart
Scooter Clinic
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 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.
Howard Voight Presents: Oakland – Pittsburgh Civic Center
THURSDAY, MAY 29, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
You will learn about Pittsburgh’s origin and the background, construction and architecture of the Cathedral of Learning. Howard will examine how and why many of our monumental buildings came to be: Phipps Conservatory, Schenley Hotel, Carnegie Institute, Forbes Field and more!
Bridge Refresher Lesson
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 1 P.M.
Card Room
The plan is to play bridge, but questions will be encouraged, and someone will be available to answer them. Register by signing up in the Card Room.
Jazz Ma Tazz
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 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: “Greyhound” (2020)
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 7 P.M.
Channel 956
Based upon the novel, “The Good Shepherd” by C.S. Forester, this is the thrilling story of an allied convoy crossing the North Atlantic in 1942, as it faces relentless attacks by a German submarine wolf pack. Cast: Tom Hanks, Elisabeth Shue, Stephen Graham
ART CLASSES
Meet the Artist: Caroline Stuncard
Meet another new resident who has discovered the richness of our Art Studio. Once Caroline became acclimated to Masonic Village, she stopped by the Art Studio and immediately felt the immense energy in the room. “It feels like an art department on a college campus,” she said. “Having looked at other retirement communities, I felt like a child on Christmas morning when I saw all the books, supplies and teachers that are available here. I couldn’t wait to get started.”
Other than taking a colored pencil class while in Florida, Caroline hasn’t done anything with art since high school, but that hasn’t stopped her. So far, she has taken pastel classes with Marcia Brackin, watercolor basics and watercolor pencils with Donna Billings-Davis and basic
Saturday Night at the Movies: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” (1999)
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 7 P.M.
Assembly Room
When two pairs of star-crossed lovers, a troop of inept amateur actors, a feuding pair of supernatural sprites and a love potion gone awry all come together in an enchanted moonlit forest, the result is an unequaled mixture of merriment and magic.
Cast: Kevin Kline, Michelle Pfeiffer, Stanly Tucci
drawing with Dick Wagner. She plans to take a watercolor class with Judy Wenning, as well as workshops by Karen Glass and Sibyl McNulty. Her favorite topic to draw or paint is birds. Welcome, Caroline! Pretty soon, we’ll see your work in our front window.
Open Studio Hours:
Mondays* 1 - 3 p.m.
Tuesdays 10 a.m.Noon
Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m.
Wednesdays 1 - 3 p.m.
“Maker Space” with Karen Glass
Open Studio Watercolor with Judy Wenning
Pastels with Marcia Brackin
Open Watercolor and Therapy Dog with Donna Billings-Davis and River (the dog)
Thursdays 10 a.m. - Noon
Art Appreciation with Sibyl McNulty
Fridays 10 a.m. - Noon Drawing with Dick Wagner
LIFELONG LEARNING
MONDAYS, AT 4 P.M., ASSEMBLY ROOM
World War II: The Pacific Theater
MAY 5
The Road to War
What were the events that led up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor? In this lecture, we will see Japan wanting to take over China because of the need for oil and other supplies threatened by the U.S.controlled Philippines.
The Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor, December 1941
A day that will live in infamy. This will prove to be one of the most reckless and irresponsible strategic decisions in the history of warfare. Here, we’ll learn why the U.S. was caught off guard.
MAY 11
Japan Moves South, December 1941 to May 1942
During this time, Japan moves quickly and successfully through the Java Sea in the invasion of the Philippines, the Bataan Death March and Douglas MacArthur’s escape to Australia.
Midway: Ten Minutes to Change the War
At this time, naval warfare changed to the importance of the carriers. Here, we’ll see why the Japanese wanted to capture a base on a tiny atoll in the middle of the Pacific.
MAY 18
Guadalcanal: Jungle Warfare
While the Japanese were building an airfield on the island of Guadalcanal, the commander and chief of naval operations wanted to capture the island. Here, we’ll see the dueling personalities in the U.S. command and go ashore with the Marines to seize and hold the airfield.
The Big Blue Fleet and American Industry
Part of the success of this can be attributed to the American industry, with an astonishing output of airplanes and aircraft carriers.
MAY 25
A Three Front Pacific War, January to May 1944
During this time, the U.S. was making great gains in the Pacific Theater. We’ll see the stepping stone strategy as the military advanced from the Gilberts to the Marshalls and beyond.
The Battle of Leyte Gulf, October 1944
One professor feels this was the greatest naval battle in history. The Americans in the gulf teetered on the brink of disaster. We’ll find out about the confusion and misunderstandings the U.S. Navy was able to inflict and their decisive victory over Japan.
USS Missouri, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
MEETINGS AND CLUBS
Mondays, 1:30 p.m. Project Linus Work Group, Card Room
First Monday 1 p.m. Sharing Table, Assembly Room
Second Monday 1 p.m. 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, every month, 10 a.m. Sustainable Living Committee, Activity Room 2
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. 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
Sundays 11 a.m. Worship Service Assembly Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard
Wednesdays 1 p.m. Bible Study Social Room Led by Rev. Tim Reichard Thursdays 11 a.m. 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.
River City Brass: Big Band Brass
FRIDAY, MAY 2
6:30 p.m.
Cost: Your ticket
(Note: Concert theme change) The season will close by celebrating the music of the Great Big Bands and their leaders. Selections will include hits from the Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton and Count Basie bands, as well as some of your favorite big band music from elsewhere. Don’t miss our season closer when we go out with a big brass band bang! For tickets, call 412-434-7222. Call the registration line to reserve your seat on the bus.
First Choice Wine Festival
SATURDAY, MAY 17
2 – 4:30 p.m.
$20
The Pittsburgh Shrine Center is excited to announce the ninth annual First Choice Wine Festival. Delicious wine, tasty food, soft music and relaxation are on tap again for this wildly successful event. Open to the public, the spacious pavilion is the perfect covered setting to enjoy an afternoon of indulgent sampling. The $20 entry price gets each attendee a festival-branded glass, all the wine you can taste and an experience unlike any other. Give Karen Hammond $20 to make your reservation.
Volunteering at Global Links
TUESDAY, MAY 6
12:30 p.m.
Complimentary
Global Links was founded in Pittsburgh in 1989 by three individuals who saw a way to connect useful surplus medical materials from U.S. hospitals and healthcare facilities to the needs of public health systems in communities that lack resources. You will have the opportunity to ride to their site, assist in gathering and packaging these supplies and make friends along the way. Call the registration line to reserve your seat for this adventure.
Pittsburgh Symphony Pops: “Clouds in My Coffee”
SUNDAY, MAY 11
1:30 p.m.
Cost: Your ticket
These iconic women didn’t just sing songs: they defined an era. Lose yourself in the heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies of the iconic Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon, as they transcend the tumultuous 60s with hits from their timeless songbooks, including “Both Sides Now,” “I Feel the Earth Move” and “You’re So Vain.” Call 412-392-3324 for tickets.
Rangos Giant Cinema: Desert Elephants
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
2 p.m.
$10
Embark on an elephant-sized journey across Africa’s Namib Desert, the world’s oldest desert, and get up close and personal with the largest land mammals on the planet. Elephants are symbols of strength, power and wisdom, and they have captured our imaginations for centuries. Go on a journey full of wonder, resilience and mischief in this larger-than-life elephant movie. Bring Karen $10 to reserve your seat.
Lunch at Wexford Public
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
11 a.m.
Cost: Your lunch
When you dine at Wexford Public, you can expect quality and excellence in every aspect of your experience. From the moment you walk through the door, their team is dedicated to ensuring your visit is nothing short of incredible. The fresh ingredients are used to create mouth-watering dishes that will satisfy any craving. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal or a light snack, there are options to suit everyone’s tastes. The hand-crafted dishes will satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Call the registration line to make your reservation.
Fellowship Breakfast
SATURDAY, MAY 31
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. The meal is served by and benefits members of the local PA Rainbow Assemblies and DeMolay Chapters. Sign up by calling the registration line by May 29.
There is no need to pre-register for any of the standard trips.
Monday, May 5 Super WalMart, Moon 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
Monday, May 12 Aldi, Northway 9:45 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:15 p.m. from destination to return to MVS
Monday, May 19 Beaver Valley Mall 10:30 a.m. depart from Clubhouse Promptly at 12:45 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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