Your Bi-Monthly Independent Living Journey at Garden Spot Village
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LANCASTER
CHAMBER SINGERS
Saturday, May 9
Come hear the sacred and secular choral works.
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RYAN & FRIENDS COMEDY SHOW
Saturday, May 30
Join us for a hilarious show that will have you laughing out loud the entire time.
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GSV YARD SALE, ETC.
Saturday, June 20
This outdoor event is an open invitation to residents and their family members to sell or shop.
A small frog rests in Legacy Garden, caught between ripple and green.
ONLINE EVENT SIGN-UP DAYS
TUESDAY, MAY 5 & TUESDAY, JUNE 2, starting at 9am and continuing until registration for the event closes from any location using your CATIE, GSC App or any electronic device. There is no longer any need to wake up extra early on Sign-up Day. Now, you can sit in your bed and sign up for the events you would like to attend!
Using CATIE press the “Resident Life” icon and then “Event Signup” icon. Using the GSC App, go to “Event Signup” on the menu to the left and then “Event Signup” icon. Web browser visit gsc.gl/EventSignup
Events needing advance registration are red with** at the event title. If a waiting list becomes necessary, we may schedule a second trip. Please note that the schedule is subject to change. For questions, contact Life Experiences 717.355.6007 or 717.355.6059.
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MAY COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES
FRIDAY, MAY 1
Making A Difference Collection:
HandiVangelism Ministries International
May 1-30
HandiVangelism Ministries exists to share the compassion of Christ by walking alongside individuals facing life’s challenges and equipping others to do the same. We are collecting coffee K-cups, paper towels, toilet paper, tissues, napkins, brown paper lunch bags, baggies all sizes, 30-gallon black trash bags, 13-gallon white trash bags, paper plates, toilet bowl cleaner, index cards, Crayola broad line markers, and glue sticks. Items should be dropped off by the display near Apartment Suites Welcome Center.
Main Street Art Gallery: Resident Generational Art
May 1-30
Come enjoy a collection of resident generational art.
Apartment Suites Display Case: Bottles of Inspiration
May 1-30
Gloria Mast, Trellis Works, will be showing her great grandfather’s and grandfather’s handmade collection of bottles of inspiration. Being Amish, he could not display pictures, so words were a way to record names. The story behind the collection will interest many!
Free Eyeglass Service
9-11am, Gardens West Health Center
Lindsay Kauffman, Practice Manager at Owens Optometrics will be here to repair, adjust or clean eyeglasses. No appointment is necessary! Contact Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171, for more information.
Friday Flicks: A League of Their Own
1992 / PG-13 / 2hr 8min / Drama, Sports, Comedy
2 & 7pm, Theater
During WWII, sisters Dottie and Kit join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amid their own growing rivalry.
FRI., MAY 1 CONTINUED
Movie: Ben Hur
1959 / G / 3hr 32min / Adventure, Drama
2 & 7pm, GSV-TV 957
A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend in 1st century Jerusalem, but it’s not long before he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.
SATURDAY, MAY 2
Crafters Pop-up Sale
10am-2pm, Gardens South Lower Level
Come purchase handmade items from our very own GSV Crafters. Proceeds support the Benevolent Fund.
Community Handbell Festival Concert
3pm, Chapel
Listen to the wonderful sounds of bell ringing by GSV’s Ringers and other local bell choirs.
SUNDAY, MAY 3
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Rev. Eric Ritz; Music: Chapel Choir
Lancaster Chorale Spring Concert**
1:45pm, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Concert starts at 3pm. Cost: $8, transportation. Offering accepted at concert. Sign up online.
MONDAY, MAY 4
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Gardens West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. Join us for this introductory meeting to hear more and then participate in this beneficial program at whatever level you want. Handbooks may be downloaded for free from the Stronger Memory website. If you would like us to order a handbook for you, please sign up on CATIE. Learn more by calling Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
2pm, Chapel
A team of Fulton Bank officials will provide an hour of information on how to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud. Learn how to deter, detect and defend your financial assets from shrewd “bad actors” who would love to take away what belongs to you. Contact Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 for more information.
Curiosity Streaming: Ancient Earth Part I 3pm Pre-Show, Theater 3:30pm, Theater
Come early and enjoy, Wild Beauty of Alaska. Stay for The Mystery of the Feathered Dragons. Paleontologists are using new technologies to prove that there were far more feathered dinosaurs than previously believed.
Hymn Sing 7pm, Chapel
TUESDAY, MAY 5
Online Event Sign-up Day Help Desk
9-10am, Theater
This is for residents who need assistance signing up for an event using their CATIE or GSC App.
Paradise Station Tour & Lunch**
9:30am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Tour of facility and lunch at Casey Jones’ Restaurant. Cost: $8 transportation + lunch on your own. Sign up online.
Cognition and Memory:
How a Speech Therapist Can Assist You 10:30am, Theater
Join us for an informational presentation given by Symbria Speech Therapist, Adrienne Stutzman.
National Nurses Month Luncheon** 11:30am-2pm, Concord Room
Calling all former nurses! Buy your lunch in the Harvest Table and bring it to the Concord Room. Coffee, tea, water and dessert will be provided. Donna Haase will present, A Salute to the History of Military Nurses. Sign up online.
Presentation on Iceland and Tuscany 2pm, Chapel
Collette Travel will be providing details on 2027 trips to Iceland and Tuscany. This is open to GSV Residents, Radar Screen, Team Members, and their friends and families.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
Ladies Breakfast
8am, Yoder’s Restaurant
Please join us for breakfast and welcome our special guest, Rachel Whitlach, accounting manager. Drive yourself or ride the shuttle with 7:45am pick up at Apartment Suites Lobby. Cost: meal on your own.
Men’s Christian Fellowship
9am, meets in various locations Fellowship and Bible Study for all men. Currently studying “Name Above All Names.” Contact Don Aldrich, 610.299.0713 for more information.
Memory Café
10am, Theater
Grab some coffee and join Harry and Hazel Urban for a relaxed conversation about living with dementia and being a caregiver for someone with dementia. Please reach out to Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Book Club
2pm, Gardens South Conference Room
Discussion on The Cowboy and His Elephant: The Story of a Remarkable Friendship by Malcolm Macpherson.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, MAY 7
Widowed & Single Men’s Breakfast
8am, Concord Room
Coffee & Conversation
9am, Chapel
Q&A with Steve Lindsey, CEO, and Steve Muller, COO, in person or by calling/texting 717.298.0030.
Women’s Bible Study
10am, Gardens Tower
Parables of Jesus: Christian Living is the theme of this study led by Sally Mittelstadt and Liz Givens.
FRIDAY, MAY 8
Acrylic Art with Kevin Goss
10am, Fireside Cafe
Kevin Goss will lead this step-by-step class and you will leave with your completed piece. Please note this is not an art guild sponsored event. Cost: $5. Sign up online.
Garden Spot Village
30 th Anniversary Service
2pm, Chapel
Join us in celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Garden Spot Village! This service will include sharing by various residents and staff, remembering the beginning days until the present. Special music by Village Voices. Light refreshments to follow.
Movie: Ben Hur
1959 / G / 3hr 32min / Adventure, Drama
2 & 7pm, GSV-TV 957
A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend in 1st century Jerusalem, but it’s not long before he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.
After losing his beloved mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with local grandmothers serving as the chefs.
Bingo
7pm, Gardens West Conference Room
Come play bingo while meeting new people and socializing with friends. Bring a prize and win a prize. The prize you bring should be valued at $5 or less.
SATURDAY, MAY 9
Lancaster Chamber Singers
2pm, Chapel
The Lancaster Chamber Singers, established in 1978, is a select group of 35 auditioned vocalists. They perform sacred and secular choral works, aiming to engage audiences and celebrate choral heritage.
SUNDAY, MAY 10
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Dr. Peter Teague; Music: Lorraine Bradford & Chet Yoder
Gap Male Chorus Concert
7pm, Chapel
Organized in 1922, the chorus was originally composed of men from different churches in the Gap area. Today the chorus has grown to over 50 members who represent approximately 35 different churches in four counties. The chorus has the unique distinction of having presented concerts of gospel songs for each year for over 90 years.
MONDAY, MAY 11
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program offers evidence-based exercises to enhance your memory with just 30 minutes of daily brain workouts. Join the meeting for encouragement and support! For more information, call Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Care Partner Friends
10am, Concord Room
If you are a care partner for a person with memory loss, join us for a time of learning and connecting with one another. Contact Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Book Club for People with Brain Changes
10am, Prayer and Meditation Room
Those who are experiencing brain changes or cognitive challenges are welcome to join this book club led by Janie Martin, dementia educator and consultant. Please reach out to Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Curiosity Streaming: Ancient Earth Part II
3pm Pre-Show, Theater
3:30pm, Theater
Come early and enjoy Top 50 Strangest Birds in the World. Stay for The Dawn of Mammals. This Earth Month, let your curiosity roam free.
TUESDAY, MAY 12
Harp Concert 1pm, Chapel
Jennifer Thompson from The Thompson School of Music will perform.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
Women In Community Breakfast** 8am, Village Park
Join us to hear from our Executive Director Jen Lambert, as she reflects on some of the milestones of her faith journey and what that has taught her about God. Whether these God moments were tied to large momentous events or, more often, the mundane aspects of life, they had a large impact on her faith and trust in God. Cost: $8. Sign up online.
My Fellow Travelers in Community 10am, GSV Theater
This group provides a relaxed setting for those experiencing cognitive changes to receive support and learn tips for resilient living with memory loss. Contact Leslie Hartman, 717.355.6076 for more information.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, MAY 14
Women’s Bible Study
10am, Gardens Tower
Parables of Jesus: Christian Living is the theme of this study led by Sally Mittelstadt and Liz Givens.
Volunteer Fair
1-3pm, Chapel
Come be a part of something special at our Volunteer Fair. Connect with resident volunteers and staff, learn about the many opportunities to serve, and find the perfect place to share your time and talents at Garden Spot Village.
Project Linus
2pm, The Loft
All are welcome as we gather to create no-sew fleece blankets for the local Project Linus Chapter. No sewing experience necessary; all materials provided.
FRIDAY, MAY 15
Nick Viscuso Concert
10:30am Village Park
In Honor of National Skilled Nursing Care Week May 10-16 “Moments in Bloom.” Please join us with a sing along concert that honors those who live and work in a skilled nursing care area here at Garden Spot Village.
During WWII, sisters Dottie and Kit join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amid their own growing rivalry.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder; Music: Chapel Choir
MONDAY, MAY 18
Stronger Memory
9:15-10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. For those utilizing the program, attending this meeting will provide encouragement and support to persevere as the benefits of strengthening your memory are huge! Learn more by calling Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Spintopia
10:30am, The Loft
Join us for a friendly game of Spintopia. If you are a Wheel of Fortune fan, you will love this game.
Towne Meeting
2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV
GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.
Curiosity Streaming: Ancient Earth Part III
3pm Pre-Show, Theater
3:30pm, Theater
Come early and enjoy, Hidden Beneath the Trees: 21 Secrets of the Amazon That Will Blow Your Mind. Stay for videos on: The Permian, The Triassic, The Cretaceous, and T-Rex Timeline.
TUESDAY, MAY 19
Election Day
7am-8pm, Chapel Vote in the 2026 Primary.
Lancaster County Community Auction / Mud Sale**
10:30am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Travel to Stoltzfus Family Farm to benefit the Ronald McDonald House. Cost: $8 transportation, all other purchases, including food, on own. Sign up online.
Two youngsters from rival gangs fall in love, but tensions between their respective friends build toward tragedy.
Creative Cards** 2pm, Art Studio
Make a brand-new, hands-on, creative card. Teacher: Marie Diehl. Cost: $6. Sign up online.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
Men’s Christian Fellowship 9am, meets in various locations Fellowship and Bible Study for all men. Currently studying “Name Above All Names.” Contact Don Aldrich, 610.299.0713 for more information.
Sharing with Supportive Friends
10am, Prayer and Meditation Room
Encouragement and support for any woman feeling down, alone or anxious. Contact Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259 for more information.
Compassionate Neighbors
in Community 10am, Theater
Interested in learning how to support friends, neighbors, or family members experiencing cognitive challenges? Join us in a relaxed, educational discussion. Contact Leslie Hartman at 717.355.6076 for more information.
WED.,
MAY 20 CONTINUED
Pen Pal Meet & Greet:
New Holland Elementary School
1:30pm, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Meet the student you have been sending letters to this school year. Invitation only.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
Centerville Mennonite Church
Performance
7pm, Chapel
Join us for a performance of a cappella, sacred music and a few favorite recommendations. No offering will be collected.
THURSDAY, MAY 21
Breakfast at Yoder’s Restaurant
7:30am, Yoder’s Restaurant
This monthly breakfast will be the last one until September. Allison Cuthie, former GSV employee and now director at CrossNet, will share the devotional. PLEASE NOTE –men and women are invited to this breakfast!!
Coffee & Conversation
9am, Chapel
Q&A with Steve Lindsey, CEO, and Steve Muller, COO, in person or by calling/texting 717.298.0030.
Musical Theater Lecture:
Dr. Tom Stretton
7pm, Chapel
Come listen to a multi-media presentation on the back story of Sound of Music. This event is sponsored by the Art Guild.
FRIDAY, MAY 22
Friday Flicks: W.
2008 / PG13 / 2hr 9min / DocuDrama
2 & 7pm, Theater
A chronicle of the life and Presidency of George W. Bush.
During WWII, sisters Dottie and Kit join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amid their own growing rivalry.
Glow Party: S’mores Night
7-8:30pm, Pavilion
Gather around the fire pit and enjoy an evening with fellow residents. S’mores making kits provided.
Cost: Free
SATURDAY, MAY 23
Fine Arts Showcase by Lighthouse Church 10am, Chapel
Fine Arts is a discipleship tool of the AG Youth Ministries designed to help students discover, develop and deploy their ministry gifts and to learn about their God-given abilities and talents. The students of Lighthouse Youth will be showcasing these talents. Support these young men and women of God as they share their creativity and passion. Come witness firsthand how God is moving through the next generation—we can’t wait to see you there!
The Zhang Sisters Concert
7pm, Chapel
Philina and Nickita Zhang, accomplished teenage musicians, will perform. This sister-duo from New York City is world-renowned for their incredible talent. Both have won domestic and international competitions. We are honored to host them.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
Worship Service 10am, Chapel
Sermon: Jeanne Jensma; Mission Moment: International Day of Prayer for the Unreached
MONDAY, MAY 25
MEMORIAL DAY
Parkinson’s Friends in Community will not be meeting today.
Stronger Memory Group will not be meeting today.
Curiosity Streaming: Ancient Earth: Dinosaurs of the Frozen Continent 3pm Pre-Show, Theater 3:30pm, Theater
Come early and enjoy, 15 Mysterious Places Science Can’t Explain! Stay for, To the Ends of the Earth. In the first Episode, the new expedition to the ice continent of Antarctica begins. Scientists arrive at their camp on Shackleton Glacier, located in the Transantarctic Mountains, to begin their 6-week dig.
TUESDAY, MAY 26
Amish History Tour & Stop at September Farm**
1:10pm, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Take this 90-minute tour through the Conestoga Headwater region, which is the oldest continuing Amish Mennonite settlement in America. Cost: $16 for step-on-guide and transportation, September Farm purchases on your own. Sign up online.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
Look & Learn**
10:30am, Chapel and Village Park
The Garden Spot Village Sales team will host an informational session where prospective residents can learn firsthand about the welcoming way of life at Garden Spot Village! The informational session will be followed by a delicious lunch with Garden Spot Village residents and a walking tour of our campus. Invite your friends and family to sign up at gsvlookandlearn.org.
Ladies to Lunch: B2 Bistro**
10:45am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
The cuisine is a mix of American and Mediterranean bistro-style cooking based on the “garden-to-table” concept. Cost: $8 transportation + meal cost on own. Sign up online.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, MAY 28
New Holland Historical Society: The Home of General Edward Hand 7pm, Chapel
Christina McSherry, PhD and Executive Director of Rock Ford will present.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
Celebration of Age 2pm, Chapel
All residents who turn 90 or older in 2026 are invited to attend this recognition program with entertainment and a special treat.
Friday Flicks: W.
2008 / PG13 / 2hr 9min / DocuDrama
2 & 7pm, Theater
A chronicle of the life and Presidency of George W. Bush.
Join us in our double suite. Only clutch purses/fanny packs (no larger that 5"x7"), clear bags (no larger than 12"x6"x12"), medical bags will be permitted. Cost: $8 transportation, and food/drink purchases on own using a debit/credit card. Sign up online.
JUNE COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES
MONDAY, JUNE 1
Making A Difference Collection:
New Holland Early Learning Center
June 1-30
See display outside of Welcome Center near Apartment Suites Lobby for complete list of items being collected and to drop off your items.
Main Street Art Gallery: Watercolor
June 1-30
Guest Artist Karen Frattali displays her watercolor artwork. These pieces will vary in style from still life, people, flowers, landscapes and contemporary realism.
Apartment Suites Display Case:
Fishing Lures and Other Items of the Sea
June 1-30
Roy Hartley, Garden Spot Village resident, will be displaying his hand crafted fishing lures and other symbols of the sea. This includes lighthouses, ships and all types of items that he creates.
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program offers evidence-based exercises to enhance your memory with just 30 minutes of daily brain workouts. Join the meeting for encouragement and support! For more information, call Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Hymn Sing
7pm, Chapel
TUESDAY, JUNE 2
Friends with Low Vision
2pm, Theater
Topic: Research Updates
If you or someone you know has low vision or vision impairments, consider joining us to connect and share with one another. Contact Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
Ladies Breakfast
8am, Yoder’s Restaurant
Please join our us for breakfast and welcome our special guest, Kaitlyn Fetter, director of Meadow View. Drive yourself or ride the shuttle with 7:45am pick up at Apartment Suites Lobby. Cost: meal on your own.
Men’s Christian Fellowship
9am, meets in various locations
Fellowship and Bible Study for all men. Currently studying “Name Above All Names.” Contact Don Aldrich, 610.299.0713 for more information.
Elite Coach:
Havre de Grace Dine Around**
9:15am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Registration closed May 1. Cost: $148 all inclusive. Sign up online.
Memory Café 10am, Theater
Grab some coffee and join Harry and Hazel Urban for a relaxed conversation about living with dementia and being a caregiver for someone with dementia. Please reach out to Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Blood Drive**
11am-4pm, Village Park
American Red Cross will be here for Blood donation, please sign up on CATIE. Any questions contact Lauren Graber, 717.355.6228.
Book Club
2pm, Gardens South Conference Room
Discussion on Pay It Forward by Catherine Ryan Hyde.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, JUNE 4
Widowed & Single Men’s Breakfast 8am, Concord Room
Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel
Q&A with Steve Lindsey, CEO, and Steve Muller, COO, in person or by calling/texting 717.298.0030.
FRIDAY, JUNE 5
Free Eyeglass Services
9-11am, Gardens West Health Center
Lindsay Kauffman, Practice Manager at Owens Optometrics will be here to repair, adjust, or clean eyeglasses. No appointment necessary! Contact Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Julia Powell, a young blogger, is determined to emulate Julia Child’s cooking techniques. Though separated by time, these two women share a common passion for food that intertwines their lives.
After losing his beloved mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with local grandmothers serving as the chefs.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
The Moonlighters Big Band
7pm, Chapel
This band was started in the early 1980s and is out of Lititz with all members residing in Lancaster County. Their name reflects the fact that most of the players were employed during the day and were “moonlighting” with the band in the evenings. This 17-piece band will perform songs by Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Frankie Valli, etc.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Pastor Chet Yoder; Communion
MONDAY, JUNE 8
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. For those utilizing the program, attending this meeting will provide encouragement and support to persevere as the benefits of strengthening your memory are huge! Learn more by calling Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Care Partner Friends
10am, Concord Room
If you are a care partner for a person with memory loss, join us for a time of learning and connecting with one another. Contact Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Book Club for People with Brain Changes
10am, Prayer and Meditation Room
Those who are experiencing brain changes or cognitive challenges are welcome to join this book club led by Janie Martin, dementia educator and consultant. Please reach out to Alexys Kanagy, 717.355.6171 for more information.
Spintopia
10:30am, The Loft
Join us for a friendly game of Spintopia. If you are a Wheel of Fortune fan, you will love this game.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10
Women In Community Breakfast**
8am, Village Park
Allison Cuthie, Executive Director of CrossNet
Ministries, will share pieces of her story: her upbringing, family life, and vocational journey, as well as how God has woven these experiences together for His purposes. She’ll also offer a glimpse into the mission and her current work in CrossNet, and how lives are being impacted in our community. Cost: $8. Sign up online.
My Fellow Travelers in Community 10am, Theater
This group provides a relaxed setting for those experiencing cognitive changes to receive support and learn tips for resilient living with memory loss. Contact Leslie Hartman, 717.355.6076 for more information.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
Inflatables Regatta Display & Voting
9am-1:30pm, Village Park
Come look at the entries and vote for your favorite before the Inflatables Regatta on Friday in honor of GSV’s 30th Anniversary!
Lunch Bunch: Doc & Bubba’s**
10:30am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
This is a GSC favorite located in Mohnton. Please note there is a 3% surcharge for credit card usage. Cost: $8 transportation & meal on your own. Sign up online.
Project Linus
2pm, The Loft
All are welcome as we gather to create no-sew fleece blankets for the local Project Linus Chapter. No sewing experience necessary; all materials provided.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
Acrylic Art with Kevin Goss
10am Fireside Cafe
Kevin Goss will lead this step-by-step class and you will leave with your completed piece. Please note this is not an art guild sponsored event. Cost: $5. Sign up online.
Lunch Bunch: Doc & Bubba’s**
10:30am, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
This is a GSV favorite located in Mohnton. Please note there is a 3% surcharge for credit card usage. Cost: $8 transportation + meal on your own. Sign up online.
Inflatables Regatta
2pm, Pool or Viewing in the Chapel
In honor of Garden Spot Village’s 30th Anniversary, we are bringing back the Regatta, with a slight twist. Instead of a cardboard boat regatta, we are having an Inflatables Regatta. We will have a giant flamingo, golf cart, yellow lab, castle, and more. The teams will be made up of at least one staff member and one resident. Contact Lauren Graber, 717.355.6228 if you are interested in participating.
Movie: W.
2008 / PG-13 / 2hr 9min / DocuDrama
2 & 7pm, GSV-TV 957
A chronicle of the life and Presidency of George W. Bush.
Friday Flicks: Julie & Julia
2009 / PG-13 / 2hr 3min / Drama, Biography
7pm, Theater
Julia Powell, a young blogger, is determined to emulate Julia Child’s cooking techniques. Though separated by time, these two women share a common passion for food that intertwines their lives.
Bingo
7pm, Gardens West Conference Room
Come play bingo while meeting new people and socializing with friends. Bring a prize and win a prize. The prize you bring should be valued at $5 or less.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Rev. Eric Ritz; Music: David Waite
MONDAY, JUNE 15
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. For those utilizing the program, attending this meeting will provide encouragement and support to persevere as the benefits of strengthening your memory are huge! Learn more by calling Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
Towne Meeting
2pm, Chapel & GSV-TV
GSV team members share the latest Village happenings.
TUESDAY, JUNE 16
Creative Cards**
2pm, Art Studio
Make a brand-new, hands-on, creative card. Teacher: Marie Diehl. Cost: $6. Sign up online.
Musical Movie: Mamma Mia!
2&7pm, Theater
2008 / PG-13 / 1hr 48min / Romance, Comedy
Independent hotelier Donna is preparing for her daughter’s wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile, spirited bride-to-be Sophie invites three men from her mother’s past in order to discern which is her biological father.
Volunteer at this packing event in Mt. Joy. Cost: $0, lunch provided. Sign up online. Registration closed April 30.
Men’s Christian Fellowship 9am, meets in various locations Fellowship and Bible Study for all men. Currently studying “Name Above All Names”. Contact Don Aldrich, 610.299.0713 for more information.
Sharing with Supportive Friends
10am, Prayer and Meditation Room
Encouragement and support for any woman feeling down, alone, or anxious. Contact Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259 for more information.
Compassionate Neighbors in Community 10am, Theater
Interested in learning how to support friends, neighbors or family members experiencing cognitive challenges? Join us in a relaxed, educational discussion. Contact Leslie Hartman, 717.355.6076 for more information.
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18
Coffee & Conversation 9am, Chapel
Q&A with Steve Lindsey, CEO, and Steve Muller, COO, in person or by calling/texting 717.298.0030.
In this faith-based comedy, when two polar-opposite families are forced to camp together, the dads struggle to hold onto their families and marriages as they compete for the coveted camp trophy.
A chronicle of the life and Presidency of George W. Bush.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
GSV Yard Sale, Book Sale, & Wood Shop Sale
8am-1pm, Pavilion, Main Entrance, & Various Locations on Campus
This outdoor event is an open invitation to residents and their family members to sell or shop. Public welcome.
The Malta Band of Lancaster 7pm, Chapel
Established in 1912 by the Knights of Malta, this band has a rich history of bringing music to Lancaster County. This is an adult amateur 40-member band filled with people who love to play music.
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Pastor John Meck; Music: Ladies Ensemble
MONDAY, JUNE 22
Donation Day
9-11am, Parking Lot #6
Various groups will be prepared to accept your donations. See fliers related to the Summer Cleanout event for details.
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. For those utilizing the program, attending this meeting will provide encouragement and support to persevere as the benefits of strengthening your memory are huge! Learn more by calling Sherilyn, 717.355.6264 or Mary, 717.355.6259.
MON., JUNE 22 CONTINUED
Parkinson’s Friends in Community
2pm, Gardens Tower
Guest Speaker: Sue Reath, owner of Crush PD
The Power of Purposeful Movement and Exercise
Join us for a fun and engaging time of learning how exercise benefits those living with Parkinson’s Disease. Contact Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 for more information.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23
Top Home Organization & Decluttering Tips
10am, Chapel
Special Speakers: Beth Konopka, Beyond the Fork in the Road & E.J. Rittersbach, Share and Care. Beth is an expert on the topic of organizing your home. Increase your efficiency and skill at keeping your living space free from clutter. Join us for an informational and fun one-hour session. This is part of the Summer Cleanout Event. Contact Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 for more information.
Servant Stage: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
7pm, Chapel
This beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical bursts to life with vibrant songs, energetic dancing, and a kaleidoscope of color as it retells the biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. This event is pay-what-you-will.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Art of Design
2:30pm, Fireside Cafe
Please join us for a time of connecting through art. All skill levels welcome. Cost: $5.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
Drug Take-Back with West Earl Police
9-11am, Village Square Lobby
West Earl Police Officers will be present to receive prescription and solid, over-the-counter medications, tablets and capsules, Rx patches, medical creams and ointments, vitamins, nasal sprays, and pet medicines for safe disposal. This is part of the Summer Cleanout Event. Contact Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 for more information.
Art Talk: Karen Frattali
11am, Theater
Karen Frattali will discuss her watercolor paintings.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Chef Demo with Jackie Ramirez**
3pm, The Loft
Please join Chef Jackie as she demonstrates how to prepare something delicious. This is a hands-on experience. Sign up online.
Shredding Event
9am–11am, Parking Lot #6
Drop off your confidential documents for secure disposal. A donation of $5 per bag or box will be accepted. This is part of the Summer Cleanout Event.
In this faith-based comedy, when two polar-opposite families are forced to camp together, the dads struggle to hold onto their families and marriages as they compete for the coveted camp trophy.
Julia Powell, a young blogger, is determined to emulate Julia Child’s cooking techniques. Though separated by time, these two women share a common passion for food that intertwines their lives.
Glow Party: S’mores Night
7-8:30pm, Pavilion
Gather around the fire pit and enjoy an evening with fellow residents. S’mores making kits provided. Cost: Free
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
Train Room Open House
1:30-4pm, Train Room
Gardens West Lower Level
Bring your friends and family members to see this outstanding display. This event is free and open to the public.
SUNDAY, JUNE 28
Worship Service
10am, Chapel
Sermon: Dr. Stuart Bullington; Music: Voices of Praise Raleigh Ringers**
2:45pm, Depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Cost: $38 includes ticket and transportation. Sign up online.
Manor Winds Concert
7pm, Chapel
A Lancaster-based ensemble, Manor Winds is comprised of five musicians who come together to rehearse in a historic farmhouse on Manor Street in Lancaster. They provide performances of both standard and modern wind quintet repertoire.
MONDAY, JUNE 29
Stronger Memory
9:15–10am, Garden West Conference Room
The Stronger Memory program is an evidence-based program to improve your memory by completing 30 minutes of simple brain exercises daily. For those utilizing the program, attending this meeting will provide encouragement and support to persevere as the benefits of strengthening your memory are huge! Learn more by calling Sherilyn Lapp, 717.355.6264 or Mary Tyson, 717.355.6259.
TUESDAY, JUNE 30
Taylor Marie’s Clothing Store 11am-2:30pm, Village Park
Come and purchase clothes from Ruby Road, Alfred Dunner and Southern Lady. Petite, misses and women’s sizes are available. Cash, check and credit cards will be accepted.
Taylor Marie’s Fashion Show 1pm, Chapel
Cheer for your fellow residents as they model clothes from the Taylor Marie’s Clothing Store.
GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE
30 YEARS
CELEBRATING OUR STORY
Join us as we celebrate three decades of stories, friendship, and life together at Garden Spot Village.
30 TH ANNIVERSARY SERVICE
Friday, May 8 | 2pm • Chapel
Special music, reflections from leadership and board members, and memories from our GSV historians. See page 4 for all the details.
INFLATABLES REGATTA
Friday, June 12 | 2pm • Pool or Chapel
A playful throwback to a beloved campus tradition— teams (including at least one resident!) will race inflatables. Enjoy photos and posters from past regattas. See page 11 for all the details.
ICE CREAM CARNIVAL
Friday, July 10 | 1:30-3:30pm • Lot 1/Village Square
An afternoon of free ice cream served by volunteer team members, plus intergenerational fun—games, activities and festive summer energy.
LANCASTER COUNTY
ICE CREAM TRAIL IS BACK!
Enjoy cow-to-cone ice cream in Lancaster, PA!
Stay tuned for info on participating shops.
Look for updates in our upcoming Weekly Announcements, in the sign up info on the GSC App and on your CATIE! Mark your calendars for a delicious time ahead!
Instructions & Schedule for Summer Cleanout Event: campus-Wide summer CLEANOUT
Week of June 20 - 26
GSV is clearing up & cleaning out together as we tackle closets, basements, garages and storage areas! Our goal is to declutter, dejunk and refresh our homes, workspaces and community, in partnership with Team Members and community volunteers. Please read the following instructions, schedule & details and plan to join us!
Date
June23 lOam-llam Wed &Thurs, June24&25 9am-llam
Thursday, June25 9am-llam
Friday, June26 9am-llam
GSV Yard Sale
Dumpsters for bulk disposal (NO unloading assistance provided, self-transport & place into dumpsters)
Day
Informational Seminar
Home Organization & Decluttering Tips
Assistance (staff assistance available)
Register with Resident Life Experiences if planning to participate Lot #1Near dining services dock More info coming soon
DonationTables for Share & Care CrossNet
GSV Library
Speakers: Beth Konopka Beyond the Fork in the Rood E .J. Rittersbach GSV Shore & Core
More info coming soon
West Earl Police will receive medications More info coming soon
Suggested donation: $5 per bag or box
UPCOMING DINING EVENTS!
Sunday, May 10
Mother’s Day Brunch
10:30am-2pm Terrace Dining Room
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a relaxed and memorable brunch featuring a thoughtfully prepared à la carte menu created by Chef Mike and served in a warm, welcoming setting. Advance sign-up is required, call 717.355.6202 beginning April 21, 10am. (No early birds, please.)
Monday, May 18 & June 22
CrossNet Community Meal
5:30-6:30pm
CrossNet Youth Center 110 W Franklin Street
A welcoming, free community meal hosted by Garden Spot Village and served at CrossNet Ministries, bringing neighbors together for good food, meaningful conversation and connection on the fourth Monday of each month—everyone welcome.
Wednesday, May 20
Rooster and The Rye Barn Dinner and Show
4:30–6:30pm, Grounds Barn
Enjoy dinner and live entertainment by Jay Smar in a fun, intimate setting. Limited seating available with advance sign-up required by calling 717.355.6202 beginning Tuesday, May 5, 10am. Menu and transportation details will be posted on CATIE prior to sign-ups.
A Taste of Summer: BBQs & Pop - Up Events
Summer BBQs and pop-up dining events are coming soon! Look forward to seasonal pop-ups, mouthwatering BBQ flavors, and a few fun surprise tastes along the way. Watch the Weekly Announcements and CATIE for all the exciting dates and details.
We can’t wait to see you!
Wednesday, June 10
Paella Dinner 5pm, Terrace Dining Room
Join us for a flavorful paella dinner featuring bold ingredients and classic preparation that come together for a festive and relaxed dining experience. Reservations are required—call 717.355.6202 beginning Tuesday, May 19,10am. The menu will be posted prior to sign-ups.
Food & Fun in the Concord Room
Enjoy monthly opportunities to learn, connect, and engage around food.
Mindful Demonstration with Chef Jackie and Tara, our Dietitian — 2nd Thursday monthly.
Dining Ambassadors Meeting with the Dining Services team — 4th Thursday monthly.
Ice Cream in The Creamery
The Creamery is open for evening sweet treats every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 5–7pm. Stop by for breakfast favorites or a scoop of ice cream, say hello to Katie and the Creamery team, and be sure to ask about current specials and featured flavors.
