Elizabethtown Village Living - February, 2022

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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS Featured Events..........................................................p. 4 Spiritual Gatherings...................................................p. 8 Crafts.............................................................................p. 8 Social and Games.......................................................p. 9 Calendar........................................................................p. 10 Meetings and Clubs ...................................................p. 12 Wellness ........................................................................p. 14 Dining.............................................................................p. 16

OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS Standard Trips ............................................................p. 17 Excursions.....................................................................p. 18

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Recreation Department:

14509 or

33277/39930

Baird Wellness Center:

33783 Village Living is published monthly.

If you have any questions, comments or ideas on current or upcoming trips, please call the Recreation Department.

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

Mardi Gras Party

SUNDAY, FEB. 27 , 3 – 6 P.M. Brossman Ballroom

It’s Mardi Gras Time! “Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!” or “Let the Good Times Roll!” with Zydeco-a-Go-Go, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier Zydeco band. Creole Zydeco and Cajun two-steps combine with funky New Orleans rhythm and blues and vintage Louisiana rock ‘n’ roll into a spicy gumbo of irresistible dance music. Though based in Philadelphia, this group has garnered praise for its authentic Louisiana sound. Plan to attend this one-of-a-kind party. Dress in your best Mardi Gras attire and decorate your mask to win a prize for most festive! Please RSVP by Feb. 18 by calling ext. 39930.

FEATURED EVENTS Glenn Miller, One-Man Band

Pocket Full of Posies: A Stress Management Workshop

Keystone Room

Life Long Learning Center

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2, 2 P.M. Glenn Miller returns to entertain us with his music and comedy. As a vocalist, his ability to sing harmony live with himself is unique.

The sound is equivalent to a 14-piece band!

All styles of music are featured, from big band to jazz, rock, country, Hawaiian, Italian, German, Polka and more. Glenn plays a custom accordion with high tech sounds, trumpet, pocket trumpet, trombone and various harmonicas, and he sings!

Olga Vinokur, Classic Pianist WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2, 7 P.M. Deike Auditorium

Olga Vinokur is an acclaimed pianist and a dynamic performer on the classical and contemporary music scene. An avid chamber musician, she has performed with the distinguished St. Petersburg, Martinu, Nightingale, Aeolus and Primo quartets, among others. Dedicated to new projects, Olga is committed to performing the music of today. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate date is Wed., Feb. 9, at 7 p.m.

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33205 THURSDAY, FEB. 3, 9 A.M.

This informative class will discuss stress facts, definitions of stress, the nature of stress and stress and our body. You will also learn about relaxation response and relaxation techniques.

Please call ext. 15699 to register for this class.

Grand Master’s Party “Wonder of a Winter Night” SATURDAY, FEB. 5, 7 P.M. Brossman Ballroom

This annual Masonic celebration features music by the band Nite Flyte. All residents are welcome to come and meet Right Worshipful Grand Master Jeffrey M. Wonderling, as well as the Grand Lodge officers, for dessert and live entertainment.

The versatile band Nite Flyte has 20 years of experience providing their versions of music standards that cover multiple decades and include favorites from country, classic rock, Top 40, Motown and oldies, and hits by Elvis, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, the Beatles, the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac and more.

Monday Lecture Series: Language Families of the World - Part 2

Monday Lecture Series: The Everyday Guide to Wine - Part 1

Present day languages developed from older languages through the effects of migration, commerce and sharing art and literature.

This series of lectures discusses the origins and evolution of languages that developed in various parts of the world. Part 2 of this series describes languages of the Caucuses, various regions of India and of the nations along the Silk Road.

Also, we will hear about the languages of Korea, Japan, China, Southeast Asia, the South Sea Islands and Siberia and various Creole languages.

Join us for a series of DVD lectures, followed by a group discussion. The facilitator is resident Bill Decker. Call ext. 14509 to register for this class.

Life Long Learning Center

MONDAYS, FEB. 7 – MARCH 14, 1 P.M. MONDAYS, FEB. 7 – MARCH 14, Life Long Learning Center 2:30 P.M.

This is your chance to learn about, or refresh your knowledge of, one of the oldest of humankind’s beverages. The earliest written history of wine and winemaking trace back to Egyptian culture in 2500 B.C.E., and there is evidence people were making wine thousands of years before that. This series of lectures will cover tasting, winemaking and a survey of well-known varieties of grapes used to make wine. Part 1 will also include a descriptive tour of French winemaking regions. Other winemaking regions will be covered in Part 2 of this series in the spring. Join us for a series of DVD lectures, followed by a group discussion. The facilitator is resident Bill Decker. Call ext. 14509 to register for this class.

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Movie Showing: “Queen Bees” FRIDAY, FEB. 11, 7:05 P.M. Deike Auditorium

Helen (Ellen Burstyn) is forced to move into a nearby retirement community when her home undergoes repairs. She encounters lusty widows, cutthroat bridge tournaments and the older version of the “mean girls.” Yearning for the isolation of her own home, she seeks solace in flower arranging and water aerobics, later realizing that it’s never too late to make new friends and find a new romance. Starring Jane Curtin, Ann-Margaret and James Caan, this movie is rated-PG-13, with a run time of one hour and 40 minutes.

Physical Therapy Lecture Series: Aquatic Rehab TUESDAY, FEB. 8, 10:30 A.M. GLH Solarium

The Masonic Village Physical Therapy Department will discuss the benefits of aquatic rehab. Aquatic therapy reduces the amount of gravity on a person, allowing them to move more with less pain and pressure on their joints and muscles.

This presentation will be repeated on Monday, Feb. 28, at 10:30 a.m., in the Keystone Room.

Valentine Picture Pet Day TUESDAY, FEB. 8, 1 – 3 P.M. GLH Solarium

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The Masonic Village Dog Club is offering pictures for the residents of the Village Green Area.

You can choose one of our dogs for your portrait or bring your own dog or pet. Pets must be leashed. There’s no charge, but a donation is appreciated. Our photographer is campus favorite, Mick McCurdy. Sign up is necessary.

Call Rhonda Conaway at ext. 33277.

Wear your best Valentine’s costume!

Happy Hour

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 16, 5 – 7 P.M. Goose and Gridiron Tavern

Musical guests KJ and TL will play your favorite standards, including romantic love songs.

Music in the Living with Cindy McGrath SATURDAY, FEB. 19, 2 P.M. Deike Auditorium

Cindy plays elegant piano music to suit any taste and any occasion. As an accomplished classical performance artist with a wide variety of experience, whether playing Bach, Berlin, show tunes or Chopin, Cindy will entertain you with beautiful piano classics, arrangements and familiar melodies. It’s easy to enjoy “Music in the Living.”

Raven Ridge Wildlife Center

Mardi Gras Party

Brossman Ballroom

Brossman Ballroom

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 23, 2 P.M.

Founded in 2015 and located in Washington Boro, Raven Ridge Rehabilitation Center offers rehabilitation services for native birds and mammals. Staff also provide various wildlife education programs. Join Tracy Young, director of rehabilitation, and a variety of her rescued animal friends to learn more about the wildlife that surrounds you.

Medicare Madness with Jon Ebersole

FRIDAY, FEB. 25, 10 A.M.

SUNDAY, FEB. 27 , 3 – 6 P.M. It’s Mardi Gras Time! “Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!” or “Let the Good Times Roll!” with Zydeco-a-Go-Go, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier Zydeco band. Creole Zydeco and Cajun 2-steps combine with funky New Orleans rhythm and blues and vintage Louisiana rock ‘n’ roll into a spicy gumbo of irresistible dance music.

Though based in Philadelphia, this group has garnered praise for its authentic Louisiana sound. Plan to attend this one-of-a-kind party.

Dress in your best Mardi Gras attire and decorate your mask to win a prize for most festive!

Please RSVP by Feb. 18 by calling ext. 39930.

Keystone Room

If you are currently enrolled in Medicare and concerned with congressional changes to Medicare, this class is for you. The effects of Healthcare Reform, as well as other current legislative changes to Medicare that will affect seniors, will be discussed. Several rounds of Medicare Bingo will be played at the conclusion of the class!

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SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS Sundays, 8:15 & 10 a.m.

Worship Service, Sell Chapel and Channel 956

Mondays, 9:30 a.m.

Handbell Practice, Sell Chapel

Mondays, 9:30 a.m.

Bible Study, Life Long Learning Center

Mondays, 1:30 p.m.

Women’s Chorus Rehearsal, Sell Chapel

Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Sell Chapel Choir Rehearsal, Sell Chapel

Wednesdays, 2 p.m.

Mid-week Service Broadcast, Channel 956

Thursdays, 2 p.m.

Bible Study, Keystone Room

Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.

Vespers, GLH Solarium

Fridays, 9 a.m.

Men’s Bible Study, James Buchanan All Purpose Room

Thurs., Feb. 3, 10 a.m.

Searching the Scriptures (Women’s Group), Keystone Room

Tues., Feb. 8, 8 a.m.

Men’s Freemasonry Discussion Group, Brossman Ballroom

Wed., Feb. 9, 1:30 p.m.

Men’s Chorus Rehearsal, Sell Chapel

Fri., Feb. 11, 10:30 a.m.

Special Singles, Keystone Room

Mon., Feb. 14, 2 p.m.

Sell Chapel Book Club, Sell Chapel Parlor

Fri., Feb. 25, 2 p.m.

Shabbat, Conoy Conference Room

CRAFTS Express your creativity and pick up a new hobby!

Craft classes are open to all retirement living residents. Call ext. 33277 to reserve a place in class.

CERAMICS CLASSES GLH Studio C $5

Every Tuesday Class I: 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Class II: 1 – 3 p.m.

HANDBUILDING CLAY POTTERY GLH Studio C $5-10

Every Thursday 1 – 3:30 p.m.

GLASS FUSING

Call ext. 33277 for information.

VALENTINE’S DAY ROSE BOUQUET MADE WITH AN ASSORTMENT OF SILK FLOWERS GLH Studio B $7

Thursday, Feb. 3 Class I: 9-11 a.m.

Class II: 1-3 p.m.

RSVP by Jan. 28.

SWEET TREAT CANDY BOUQUET GLH Studio B $6

Thursday, Feb. 10 Class I: 9-11 a.m.

Class II: 1-3 p.m.

RSVP by Feb. 4.

LINUS PROJECT: NO-SEW BLANKETS HELPING HANDS NEEDED GLH Studio B FREE

Thursday, Feb. 24 Class I: 9-11 a.m.

Class II: 1-3 p.m.

No RSVP needed.

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SOCIAL AND GAMES Mondays, 9 a.m.

Cornhole, Brossman Ballroom, Salon IV

Fridays, 1:30 p.m.

Checkmate Club, Brown Apartment Rec Room All are invited to play or watch chess. Call Walter Pankoe, ext. 15355, for more information.

Mondays, 1 p.m.

Mahjong, Patton Campus Lobby

Mondays, 3 p.m.

Scrabble for Fun, Keystone Room

Fridays, 2 p.m.

Virtual Bingo Bash, Channel 956 Bingo will be held on Feb. 4 and Feb. 18.

Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

Contract Bridge, Keystone Room

Mondays, 6:45 p.m.

Mahjong, Sycamore South Rec. Room

Morning Stretch, Keystone Room

Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym

Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9 a.m.

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

Tuesdays, 6 p.m.

Shuffleboard, Brossman Ballroom, Salon II

Wednesdays, 9 a.m.

Wii Bowling, GLH Solarium

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m.

8 Ball Billiards, JB East Game Room Call Paul Weaver, ext. 15186, for more details.

Bingo, Keystone Room

Wednesdays, 6 p.m.

Pinochle, Keystone Room

Sat., Feb. 5, 2 p.m.

Thursdays, 9 a.m.

Pickleball, Patton Campus Gym

Mon., Feb. 14, 1 p.m.

Scrabble by the Rules, Event Planning Lobby

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Mahjong, Smith North Rec. Room For more information, call Denise Koch at ext. 13984.

Mon., Feb. 21, 6 p.m.

Horseracing, Brossman Ballroom Salon III

Wed., Feb. 23, 1 p.m.

Scrabble by the Rules, GLH Square (lobby outside of GLH Shoppe)

Thursdays, 7 p.m.

Canasta, Clubhouse Lobby

Fri., Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m.

Trivia Night with Bob Reigh, Lodge Multipurpose Room

Fridays, 10 a.m.

Ceramics, Smith North Ceramics Room

Mon., Feb. 28, 6 p.m.

Bingo, Brossman Ballroom, Salon III

Fridays, 12:30 p.m.

500 Rummy, JB Game Room

Fridays, 1 p.m.

Mahjong, GLH Square (lobby outside of the GLH Shoppe) For more information, call Denise Koch at ext. 13984.

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calendar

FEB. 2022

SUNDAY

MONDAY

6 4 p.m. DeMolay (MLR)

Off Campus Excursions

7 12 p.m. High 12 Club (PCDR) 1:30 p.m. Aviation Interest Group (KR) 6:30 p.m. Monday Night Concert Leffler Chapel

Standard Trips COFFEES Other Brossman Ballroom

BN

Brown Building

BPL

Brossman Parking Lot

CC

Courtyard Café

DA

Deike Auditorium

FCC-AT

Freemasons Cultural Center Atrium

FP

Franklin’s Press

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Goose and Gridiron Tavern

LLL

Life Long Learning Center

LMR

Lodge Multipurpose Room

GLH-SO Grand Lodge Hall Solarium

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4 p.m. DeMolay (MLR)

MHCC-R Roosevelt Assembly Room MLR

Masonic Lodge Room

KR

Keystone Room

LE

Louis Eisenlohr

PCDR

Patton Campus Dining Room

SM-N

Smith North

SYC-N

Sycamore North

SYC-S

Sycamore South

VA

Village Apartments

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10 a.m. Nurses Club Meeting (KR) 12:30 p.m. Dollar Tree

CALENDAR KEY

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TUESDAY

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8 8 a.m. Men’s Freemasonry Discussion Group (BB) 9 A.M. COFFEE WITH MARK (BROWN) 10:30 a.m. Aqua Rehab Info (GLH-SO) 11 a.m. Astronomy Club (LLL) 12:30 p.m. Park City Mall 1 p.m. Valentine Pet Pictures (GLH-SO) 7 p.m.Corinthian Royal Arch (MLR)

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9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Card Sale (FCC-A) 10 a.m. Life Story Writing (GLH Star Points) 12:30 p.m. Chocolate World 2 – 3:30 p.m. Resident Giant & Weis Gift Card Sale (KR) 2 p.m. Sell Chapel Book Club (Sell)

8:30 a.m. Shriners Club Meeting (PCDR) 10:15 a.m. High Tea at Infusions

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9:30 a.m. Evans Candy 6 p.m. Horseracing (BB Salon III) 7 p.m. Treichler Lodge Meeting (MLR)

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3 p.m. Mardi Gras Party (BB)

10 a.m. Life Story Writing (GLH Star Points) 10:30 a.m. Aqua Rehab Info (KR) 12:30 p.m. Walmart 6 p.m. Bingo (BB)

12:30 p.m.Dollar Tree, Middletown 7 p.m. Amaranth Meeting (BB Salon III & IV)

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

7:30 a.m. Silver Springs Family Restaurant 2 p.m. Glenn Miller (KR) 7 p.m. Olga Vinokur (DA)

9 a.m. Pocket Full of Posies (LLL) 9:30 a.m. MVE Resident Association Meeting (DA) 10 a.m. Searching the Scriptures (KR) 1 p.m. Village Bookies (Conoy Conf.)

1:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group (LMR) 3 p.m. VGA Council Meeting (Salon II) 7 p.m. OES (BB Salon III & IV)

12:30 p.m. PA State Police Museum 1:30 p.m. Penn State Grey Lions (KR) 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)

2 p.m. Bingo (KR) 7 p.m. Grand Master’s Party (BB)

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9 9:30 a.m. Garden Education Session (Studio A) sponsored by the Sensory Garden

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9 A.M. COFFEE WITH MARK (SMITH NORTH)

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12:30 p.m. Park City Mall 1 p.m. Food for Thought (KR) 2 p.m. Raven Ridge Wildlife Center (BB)

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10 9 a.m. In-home Services Info Session (GLH-SO) 10:30 a.m. Outback Steakhouse 4:30 p.m. Sojourners Meeting

17 10 A.M. COFFEE TALK WITH MIKE (KR) 12:30 p.m. Walmart 1 p.m. Food for Thought (LLL) 1 P.M. COFFEE TALK WITH MIKE (DA)

24 10:30 a.m. Manor Buffet

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9 a.m. Wegman’s Market 10:30 a.m. Special Singles (KR) 7:05 p.m. Movie Showing (DA)

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12:30 p.m. ALDI Grocery Store 2 p.m. Virtual Bingo Bash (Ch. 956)

2 p.m. Music in the Living with Cindy McGrath (DA)

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9 A.M. COFFEE WITH MARK (SYC-S) 10 a.m. Medicare Madness (KR) 12:15 p.m. Mount Hope Estate and Winery 2 p.m. Shabbat (Conoy Conf.)

6:30 p.m. Trivia Night (LMR)

5:30 p.m. Westminster Music Concert

MEETINGS AND CLUBS

Nurses Club Meeting, Keystone Room Our guest speaker will be Kathy Noll, home care manager

Thurs., Feb. 3, 9:30 a.m.

MVE Resident Association, Deike Auditorium GRAND MASTER JEFFREY WONDERLING will be the speaker at this meeting.

Thurs., Feb. 3, 1 p.m.

Book Club Meeting with the Village Bookies, GLH Conoy Conference Room.

This month’s book is “Stolen”

by Richard Bell.

Mondays, 1 p.m.

Masonic Village Piece Makers Quilting Group, Sycamore North Rec. Room

Mondays, 1:30 p.m.

Line Dancing Class, Brossman Ballroom, Salon I

Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Classes for the Curious, GLH Life Long Learning Center Classes will cover Western Literature.

Thurs., Feb. 3, 1:30 p.m.

Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m.

Social Hour Discussion Group, Recreation Center Studio A Join friends as they discuss anything and everything in this lively discussion hour.

Call ext. 39930 for a monthly list of subjects.

Caregiver Support Group, Lodge Multipurpose Room Facilitated by Masonic Village social workers, this group is designed for retirement living residents who are currently caregivers to someone in their home.

Thurs., Feb. 3, 3 p.m.

VGA Council Meeting, Salon II

Wednesdays, 9 a.m.

Craft Group Meeting, JB Craft Room

Thurs., Feb. 3, 7 p.m.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

The Inquisitives, Zoom This group takes a rational look at some of America’s serious social problems. Everyone is invited.

To receive a link to the Zoom meeting, please send an email to MVE.Inquisitves@yahoo.com.

Order of the Eastern Star Meeting, Brossman Ballroom, Salons III & IV

Fri., Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m.

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.

MV Knitters, JB Lobby

Fridays, 10 a.m.

Music Merrymakers Rehearsal, GLH Solarium We welcome new members to join this fun singing group!

Penn State Grey Lions, Keystone Room The guest speaker is Marissa Graby Hoover, executive director of Academic Medicine Development at Penn State Hershey. She will discuss her experience on the Lady Lions basketball team, research in smart home technology and her 17 years in the Penn State Harrisburg Development Office.

Sun., Feb. 6, 4 p.m.

DeMolay Meeting, Lodge Room

Mon., Feb. 7, Noon

High 12 Club, Patton Campus Dining Room The featured speaker will be Angela Ortiz.

Mon., Feb. 7, 1:30 p.m.

Aviation Interest Group, Keystone Room Aircraft navigation, old and new, will be discussed.

Tues., Feb. 8, 9 a.m.

Coffee with Mark, Brown Building

Tues., Feb. 8, 10:30 a.m.

Low Vision Support Group, Conoy Conference Room

Saturdays, 9 a.m.

Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, 1 – 3 p.m.

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Tues., Feb. 1, 10 a.m.

Coloring Club, Event Planning Lobby Please bring your own coloring books and supplies.

Contact Linda Semler, ext. 13845, with questions.

Art Studio and Gallery Hours: The Art Gallery is adjacent to the atrium in the Freemasons Cultural Center. If the doors are open, you’re welcome to visit.

Tues., Feb. 8, 11 a.m.

Astronomy Club Meeting, GLH Life Long Learning Center Call ext. 15346 or 15521 for more information.

Thurs., Feb. 17, Real Talk with Mike Rowe, 10 a.m.

Keystone Room

Tues., Feb. 8, 7 p.m.

Corinthian Royal Arch Chapter, MLR

Wed., Feb. 9, 9:30 a.m.

Sensory Garden Work, Studio A Indoor winter garden educational social for our adult gardeners and friends. All are welcome.

Thurs., Feb. 17, Food for Thought, Life Long 1 p.m.

Learning Center Join Mike Alampi, assistant director of dining services, as he updates you on the latest news for Masonic Village Dining Services.

Thurs., Feb. 10, In-home Services Information 9 a.m.

Session, GLH Solarium Learn about a variety of in-home and community-based services at Masonic Village to optimize overall independence.

Thurs., Feb. 10, Sojourners Meeting: To join the 4:30 p.m.

Sojourners, contact resident Jack Heinze at ext. 15417. Meetings are held in the Harrisburg Scottish Rite Cathedral. Pick-up location for this meeting will be at the FCC. Mon., Feb. 14, Resident Giant and Weis Gift 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Card Sale, FCC Atrium Mon., Feb. 14, 10 a.m.

Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Mon., Feb. 14, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Resident Giant and Weis Gift Card Sale, Keystone Room

Mon., Feb. 14 Time TBD

Bereavement Social Group, Location TBD This group is reserved for those who have lost a loved one more than two years ago. Please call to reserve your spot. We will provide the location and time when you call the Hospice Bereavement Office to RSVP at 717-367-1121, ext. 33576.

Tues., Feb. 15, 8:30 a.m.

MV Shriners Club Meeting, Patton Campus Dining Room

Wed., Feb. 16, 9 a.m.

Coffee with Mark, Smith North

Thurs., Feb. 17, Bereavement Support Group, Time TBD Location TBD Support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one in the last two years. Please call to reserve your spot. RSVP will begin Tuesday, Feb. 8, on a first come, first served.

Call the Hospice Bereavement Office at ext. 33576.

Thurs., Feb. 17, Real Talk with Mike Rowe, 1 p.m.

Deike Auditorium

Sun., Feb. 20, 4 p.m.

DeMolay Meeting, Lodge Room

Mon., Feb. 21, 7 p.m.

Treichler Lodge Meeting

Tues., Feb. 22, 7 p.m.

Amaranth Meeting, Salons III & IV

Wed., Feb. 23, 1 p.m.

Food for Thought, Keystone Room Join Mike Alampi, assistant director of dining services, as he updates you on the latest news for Masonic Village Dining Services.

Fri., Feb. 25, 9 a.m.

Coffee with Mark, Sycamore South

Mon., Feb. 28, 10 a.m.

Lancaster County Life Story Writing, Star Points Private Dining Room

Tues., March 22, 10 a.m.

MV Travel Club, Keystone Room All residents are invited to join.

Annual dues are $5. Upcoming trips include: Nashville, May 16 – 21; Nova Scotia, Aug. 14 – 21; and Magical Rhine and Moselle Rivers, Oct. 18 – 27. Contact resident Ann Berger at 361-5170 for information and rates.

Virtual Bereavement Support Group The online Bereavement Support Group will be held once a month for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one in the last two years. Please call to reserve your spot monthly. RSVP begins Tuesday, Feb. 8. We will provide the date, time and log in credentials for the group. Call the Hospice Bereavement Office at ext. 33576.

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WELLNESS Baird Wellness Center

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Located in the Freemasons Cultural Center, the Baird Wellness Center offers an array of cardiovascular and strength equipment, functional training, personal training and group fitness classes. Massage therapy and wellness workshops on mind, body and spirit are also offered.

Open daily, from 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Staff are available Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Group exercise classes are broadcasted on MVTV Monday through Friday in the morning.

SilverSneakers® Classic TUES. & THURS., 9 – 9:45 A.M.

Brossman Ballroom, Salon I (Check with your insurance for coverage)

his universal class is designed to improve agility, T balance, coordination and functional capabilities.

Non SilverSneakers® members pay $3 per class (punch card available for purchase). Please pay and purchase punch card at the Baird Wellness Center.

Hatha Yoga

MON. AND WED., 10:15 A.M. Lodge Meeting Room Punch card available

For questions and punch card, call 717-361-5699.

This is an ongoing class. We will be on our wrists, arms and knees for certain postures.

We will also focus on single leg postures. To prevent injury, if you are not comfortable with any of the above, be prepared to modify based on the suggestions the instructor provides.

NEW - Transform

Flohr Pool Open Swim

Baird Wellness Center Punch card available

Flohr Pool all ext. 33783 for more info.

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TUES. & THURS., 10:15 – 11 A.M. For questions and punch card, call 717-361-5699.

This is an ongoing class. Tuesdays will focus on strength and mobility, using multiple pieces of equipment for strength and functional movement. for strength and functional movement for mobility.

Thursdays will focus on cardio and flexibility, raising your heart rate for a continued amount of time and stretching to enhance flexibility.

MONDAY – FRIDAY, 1 – 4 P.M. Pool capacity is eight people in the water.

Pool water is heated to 90 degrees for additional comfort and includes a 6-foot deep well. Spa is heated to 100 degrees.

Patton Pool Open Swim/ Lap Swim MONDAY – FRIDAY, NOON – 6 P.M.

Patton Pool all ext. 33783 for more information.

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Four lanes are open for lap swim, and two lanes are open for free swim. You must show MVP card for entry to the pool.

Bereavement SOCIAL GROUP

For those who have lost a loved one more than two years ago.

WE MEET THE SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTH

Due to room capacity and space restrictions, you must call to reserve your spot. RSVP will start at the beginning of each month on a first come, first served basis. We will give you the information about location and time when you call to RSVP. All hospice support groups are subject to Masonic Village’s current COVID-19 protocols.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call the Hospice Bereavement Office at 717-367-1121, ext. 33576.

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DINING

National Tater Tot Day WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2

Presidents Day MONDAY, FEB. 21

Restaurant at Clubhouse and Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

We will serve cherry pie today in honor of George Washington and our Presidents.

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Menus for lunch and dinner will feature classic tater tots. Lunch will have “Totchos” on the menu, and for dinner, we will have Beef and Tater Tot Stir Fry and Thyme Marinated Chicken Breast with Tater Tot and Bacon Hash.

National Margarita Day

National Brownie Day

Flavors of Peru

THURSDAY, FEB. 10

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Assorted brownies will be added to dessert selections for lunch and dinner.

Super Bowl

SUNDAY, FEB. 13

Restaurant at Clubhouse and Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall Both locations will be featuring big Game Day favorites. Join staff in wearing the colors of your favorite team.

Valentine’s Day MONDAY, FEB. 14

Restaurant at Clubhouse and Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

This is a reservation-only event. Celebrate the day with special buffet menus at both locations.

Enjoy dessert surprises to top off your meal.

National Almond Day

TUESDAY, FEB. 22

Restaurant at Clubhouse Sip on $5 margaritas.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 23, DINNER SERVICE

Restaurant at Grand Lodge

Enjoy an international experience featuring Peruvian dishes: Shrimp and Mango Ceviche, Peruvian Arroz con Pollo and Peruvian Beef Saltado.

National Pancake Day FRIDAY, FEB. 25

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

We’re offering plain, blueberry, strawberry or chocolate pancakes at lunch and dinner in celebration of the day.

National Chili Day WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28 Restaurant at Clubhouse

Try beer with chili for $2. Special of the day will be traditional chili and white chicken chili, both house made. Toppings will include shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, diced red onions, green onions, tortilla strips and sour cream, as well as cornbread.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 16

Restaurant at Grand Lodge Hall

Grab a bag of almonds and enjoy Baby Spinach Salad with Almonds and Orange Glazed Chicken Breast with Green Bean Almondine.

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RESTAURANT LOCATIONS: Clubhouse 14506 Grand Lodge Hall 33303

STANDARD TRIPS

33205

Please call to sign up on Jan. 24, beginning at 8 a.m., at the GLH Transportation Desk for the Elizabethtown Shuttle or Village Green Transport for shopping, breakfast, lunch and supper trips, as well as Masonic Village campus meetings and entertainment provided on campus. If for any reason you need to cancel a trip on a weeknight or weekend, call the operator (0), and the bus driver will be notified. Desk closes during lunch.

DATE

LOCATION

PICK-UP RETURN

Tuesday, Feb. 1

Dollar Tree, Middletown

12:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Breakfast Trip: Silver Springs Family Restaurant Feb. 2

7:30 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 8

Park City Mall

12:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 10

Lunch Trip: Outback Steakhouse, Lancaster

10:30 a.m.

2:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 11

Wegman’s Market, Lancaster

9 a.m.

1 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 15

Lunch Trip: High Tea at Infusions at the Lancaster County Career 10:15 a.m. and Technology School in Mount Joy. The menu includes soup, salad, quiche, a three-tier tray with scones, finger sandwiches and tea.

Cost is $16. Please bring the exact amount of cash to pay at Infusions.

1:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 17

Walmart, Palmyra

12:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 18

ALDI Grocery Market offers quality food at everyday low prices.

You can also visit the At Home Store, beside ALDI in Lancaster.

12:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 22

Dollar Tree, Middletown

12:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Park City Mall Feb. 23

12:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 24

Lunch Trip: Manor Buffet, Lancaster. This upscale all-you-can-eat buffet offers a vast assortment of culinary delight. Serving Chinese, American, Italian and Japanese food. Senior price is $9.95.

10:30 a.m.

2:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 28

Walmart, Palmyra

12:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

RECURRING SCHEDULE Call ext. 33205 at anytime to register Every Sunday

Sunday Shuttle Service (for the 8:15 a.m. service) 7:40 – 8 a.m.

9:15 a.m.

Every Sunday

Sunday Shuttle Service (for the 10 a.m. service)

9:10 – 9:30 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

1 p.m.

Varies

Every Tuesday, Elizabethtown Shuttle Wednesday & Thursday

NOTICE If you have not received a reminder phone call one day prior to a scheduled trip, please call the GLH Transportation Desk at ext. 33205, the Clubhouse Information Desk at ext. 14512 or recreation at ext. 14509. The Elizabethtown Shuttle provides transportation to various destinations in Elizabethtown, including but not limited to: GIANT, Weis, appointments, CVS, post office, library and Groff’s Meats.

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EXCURSIONS

Sign up Jan. 24, 9 a.m., at the Clubhouse Info. Desk

14512

Monday Night Concert at Elizabethtown Church of the Brethren MONDAY, FEB. 7 Pick-up: 6:30 p.m.

Return: 9 p.m.

Free

Anne Gross, soprano, has been praised for her exquisite tone, excellent breath control and enjoyable stage presence. She is a polished performer who delights audiences with her musicality and sense of humor. In addition to Anne Gross, Thomas Brady will also be performing on the piano.

Chocolate World Tour MONDAY, FEB. 14 Pick-up: 12:30 p.m.

Return: 4 p.m.

Free

Pennsylvania State Police Museum FRIDAY, FEB. 4

Pick-up: 12:30 p.m.

Return: 4 p.m. $10

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This museum sits on a hill behind the soon-to-be demolished State Police Academy building.

The academy was built in 1960 and is in much need of renovation, so this is the last year people will be able to see it. Your guided tour will begin where the museum and the chapel reside.

Please note, there are no stairs on either the museum tour or academy tour. Upon finishing the academy tour, we will return to the museum where you can see the exhibits wrapping up the organization’s history and cadet knowledge before moving on to some of the great stories of State Police service, including the State Police’s very own rodeo. The tour is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Hershey.

Chocolate World is open year-round with favorite attractions, shopping and sweet treats.

Follow cocoa beans on a delicious journey in this immersive and free chocolate making tour.

See, feel, hear and smell the transformation of cocoa beans to Hershey’s famous chocolate. Enjoy a complimentary Hershey’s product sample at the end.

Chocolate & More Chocolate at Evans Candy MONDAY, FEB. 21 Pick-up: 9:30 a.m.

Return: 2 p.m.

Free

Choose from seasonal, holiday and specialty homemade chocolate candy at this retail store located on Willow Street in Lancaster.

Evans’ chocolates give you a rich, one-of-akind, creamy chocolate taste because they only include the finest ingredients with no preservatives. After shopping at Evans, we will stop for lunch on your own at Mick’s All American Pub, which is also located on Willow Street.

EXCURSIONS

Sign up Jan. 24, 9 a.m., at the Clubhouse Info. Desk

14512

Westminster Music - Grove City College Touring Choir SATURDAY, FEB. 26 Pick-up: 5:30 p.m.

Return: 9 p.m.

Free

Under the direction of Dr. Katherine Mueller, the 45-member Grove City College Touring Choir performs a concert of choral masterpieces and sacred anthems. A freewill offering will take place during intermission. This program is scheduled from 7 – 8 p.m. and is located at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Lancaster.

Dutch Apple Dinner Theater presents “Singin’ in the Rain” WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Pick-up: 10:30 a.m.

Return: 4:30 p.m. $64

Tour and Tasting at Mount Hope Estate & Winery FRIDAY, FEB. 25

Pick-up: 12:15 p.m.

Return: 4 p.m. $13

Enjoy the history and beauty of Mount Hope Estate and Winery, located in Lebanon, while sampling some of their finest wines!

Hosts will guide you while you see, sniff and savor Mount Hope’s wide variety of award-winning, hand-crafted wines. Also learn about the facility’s production process. All guests will leave with a souvenir tasting glass. After your wine tour, purchases may be made in the Wine Shop.

Tour is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. RSVP by Feb. 4.

Moderate Walking

Extensive Walking

From the golden age of movie musicals, “Singin’ in the Rain” brings us the starlet, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives … and make or break careers. The story focuses on Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont who are a hot item on screen, but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they seem. This all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza includes a downpour of unforgettable songs such as “Good Mornin’”, “Make ‘Em Laugh” and, of course, “Singin’ in the Rain!” Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet before the show, with dessert included. Cost is $64. RSVP by Feb. 9.

Steps

Register on Village Connect

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PARTY SUNDAY, FEB. 13, 5:45 – 8:45 P.M.

(1st Half & Halftime Show)

Cover Charge: $2 per person (pre-purchase tickets at Franklin’s Press, limited number of tickets available)

GOOSE & GRIDIRON TAVERN

Enjoy drinks and game day foods made by Masonic Village Catering, including wings, while watching the big game!

Call ext. 33818 for transportation needs.

Meet R.W. Grand Master Jeffrey Wonderling as he visits with residents!

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WINGS $13.50 per dozen

ORDER WINGS for the

BIG GAME!

PREPARED BY MASONIC VILLAGE CATERING, wings must be ordered by the dozen. Order includes celery and bleu cheese dressing for dipping.

Choices of sauce include: hot, medium, mild, BBQ or sweet Thai chili. Wings may also be ordered plain. You may select up to two sauces per dozen. Each additional sauce may be selected for $1 extra. Orders must be received by WED., FEB. 9, BY 3 P.M. Place orders by calling ext. 33501 or emailing JSweigart@masonicvillages.org. Pick up orders hot on Sunday, Feb. 13, from noon - 3 p.m., outside the Brossman Catering Kitchen.

MARCH

CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 BROSSM AN BALLROO M REGISTRATION: 1 P.M. START TIME: 1:30 P.M.

To participate, please contact Rhonda Conaway at ext. 33277 or Liz Grosh at ext. 39930, so we can coordinate teams.

There are two players on each team, with double elimination in the tournament.

RSVP FOR THE TOURNAMENT BY FEB. 23.

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Apple Dumpling, Sub & Pretzel Sandwich Sale to benefit the DEMOLAY MASONIC YOUTH GROUP’S ELIZABETHTOWN CHAPTER

ORDERS ARE DUE BY MARCH 7.

• Baked and ready-to-eat apple dumplings (regular and sugar-free): $6 each • Various pretzel sandwiches: $5 each • Various subs: $6 each

Pick up orders at Patton Campus’ Memorial Hall parking lot entrance on Friday, March 25, from 4 – 5:30 p.m.

To order, contact Amy Nace, executive assistant for the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation, at 717-475-8922 or anace0325@gmail.com.

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