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FALL 2026

A publication of Willow Valley Communities

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BODY

MIND

SPIRIT

RENAISSANCE Inspiring Mind, Body & Spirit

ENTERTAINER’S SERIES

3-10

GENERAL ADMISSION

11-12

WILLOW VALLEY WEBCAST

13-15

SPECIAL EVENTS

16-20

ART GALLERY

21-24

ART CLASSES

25-36

LUNCH & LEARN

37-38

MOVIES THAT INSPIRE

LIFE OF THE MIND

40-41

ONE DAY UNIVERSITY

42-45

LIFE REFLECTIONS

46-47

EDUCATION CLASSES

48-65

COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

66-84

WELLNESS SPECIAL EVENTS

85-87

EDUCATIONAL WALKS & HIKES

88-89

WELLNESS EDUCATION CLASSES

90-95

SUPPORT GROUPS

FITNESS CLASSES

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AQUATICS CLASSES

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EVENTS LIST BY DATE

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EVENT REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Entertainer’s Series Enjoy five performances for just $108 when you subscribe to the Fall Entertainer’s Series, or purchase tickets at individual prices as listed below. All concerts take place in the Cultural Center Theater. To make your reservation, complete the Reservation Request Form.

The Doo-Wah Riders High-energy country with a Cajun twist! The Doo-Wah Riders’ tight musicianship and powerful arrangements of classic and original songs make them favorites everywhere they go. Thursday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $28

Radio Recall Radio Recall relives the hits, live onstage! With powerhouse vocals, infectious charisma, and a playlist full of crowd favorites, this show will have you singing along and dancing in your seat. Wednesday, October 14 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $29

CelloVoci Known for their dynamic live performances, CelloVoci takes audiences on a journey through reimagined classics and contemporary hits, seamlessly blending the elegance of classical music with the soul of pop and rock. Tuesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $28

A Band Called Honalee

A Band Called Honalee Experience sweet memories of an era recalled with fondness of a simpler time. A Band Called Honalee is a modern-day folk trio inspired by the music and legacy of Peter, Paul & Mary. Thursday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $27

Jim Curry: A Rocky Mountain Christmas In A Rocky Mountain Christmas, Jim Curry captures the essence of John Denver’s enduring legacy and the magic of the season. Celebrate the music that has touched hearts and inspired generations. Monday, December 21 at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: $26

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Cultural Center Theater Reservation Request Form

Fall 2026

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All seating requests are subject to availability. Please refer to the seating chart on the reverse side of this page.

If you would like to sit with someone from a residence different from your own, please use this portion for their reservation. Each party will be billed separately. NAME: COMMUNITY (check one):

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ENTERTAINER’S SERIES

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS The Doo-Wah Riders

Thursday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Radio Recall

Wednesday, October 14 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m.

CelloVoci

Tuesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m.

A Band Called Honalee

Thursday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m.

Jim Curry: A Rocky Mountain Christmas Monday, December 21 at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m.

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Mail your completed RESERVATION REQUEST FORM to the Cultural Center Theater Box Office. Ticketing will begin September 4, 2026. Please do not cut, fold, staple, tape, or enclose this form in an envelope; just send it as is using in-house mail. 4

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STAGE Cultural Center Theater Guidelines • To make a reservation, please fill out the Reservation Request Form on the reverse side of this page. It is not necessary to cut, fold, staple, tape, or put it into an envelope; simply put it into the in-house mail as is. • If you would like to sit with someone from a different residence, please include their reservation information on your form in the appropriate location. Each party will be billed separately unless instructed otherwise. • Transportation is provided for all shows. On-demand transportation begins one hour before the show and is available until after the show is over. The shuttle makes continuous runs beginning at 1:00 p.m. for the matinees and beginning at 6:00 p.m. for the evening shows. At the end of the program, buses run until all Residents have returned to their drop-off location.

• If you would like to attend a show but do not have a ticket, call the box office at 717.464.6433 to check availability. • Arrive early enough to be seated before the lights dim. Walking into the darkened theater, down the aisle, and into your seat is not safe. It disturbs not only the audience, but the performer as well. Late seating will not be permitted. • Seat locations printed on your tickets are not guaranteed after the start of the performance. • Kindly keep colognes and perfumes to a minimum. Some people are highly allergic to aromas. • Turn off or silence all cell phones and electronic devices. • No flash photography. • No food or beverages allowed in theater.

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The Doo-Wah Riders There is no one else like the Doo-Wah Riders, who’ve been riding their own patch of the musical range throughout the west for nearly 50 years. Defining their unique sound as “high-energy country with a Cajun twist,” their tight musicianship and three-part harmonies power their renditions of classic, contemporary, and original songs. With a rare combination of many years of experience and youthful energy, fired by a love for what they do, the Doo-Wah Riders win over audiences everywhere they play. Thursday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $28 Register: Reservation Request Form

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Radio Recall Radio Recall blends the raw energy of your favorite rock anthems and acoustic ballads with the powerful storytelling of Broadway. After meeting in London’s West End while starring as Jesus and Mary in Jesus Christ Superstar, vocalists Aaron LaVigne and Jenna Rubaii created this high-energy throwback concert packed with radio hits of the 1970s, ’80s, ’90s, and beyond. With songs by the Beatles, Jefferson Airplane, Journey, Coldplay, and many others, it pays homage to some of the greatest songs ever written, transporting you back to a songwriting golden era. Collectively, LaVigne and Rubaii have mesmerized audiences around the world on theater’s most sacred stages, including Broadway, the Kennedy Center, the Pantages Theater, Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, and more. Don’t miss them performing the soundtrack of your life! Wednesday, October 14 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $29 Register: Reservation Request Form

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CelloVoci CelloVoci is a classical-crossover group starring internationally renowned cello-and-vocal duo Branden and James with singer-songwriter Effie Passero. With dazzling cello and soaring tenor vocals from Branden and James, and Passero’s insanely powerful voice, the trio presents a tour de force of epic musical collaborations and lighthearted stories that will make you both laugh and cry. Branden and James have been impressing audiences around the globe since 2015 with their unique arrangements and undeniable charm and wit. Before the two collaborated, Branden James, the duo’s singer and pianist, was a finalist on America’s Got Talent. James Clark was a featured cellist for Olivia Newton-John, Bernadette Peters, and Idina Menzel. During the pandemic, they joined forces with Passero, who made a name for herself touring the world with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox after finishing as a semifinalist on American Idol. Tuesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $28 Register: Reservation Request Form

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A Band Called Honalee A Band Called Honalee is a modern-day folk trio inspired by the music and legacy of Peter, Paul & Mary. Musically accomplished, interactive, and energetic, their shows allow audiences to experience this timeless music, with melodies and messages the group believes are just as relevant today as when they were first sung in the 1960s folk era, perhaps even more so. Satisfying diehard Peter, Paul & Mary lovers, the band’s shows feature all of their beloved hits, including Leaving on a Jet Plane, Blowin’ in the Wind, and Puff, the Magic Dragon. With stirring vocal harmonies and polished showmanship, A Band Called Honalee also offers favorites from Bob Dylan, the Byrds, Pete Seeger, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, Judy Collins, and many others. Their mission is to share this uniquely American music with new audiences while rekindling the passion of lifelong fans. Thursday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $27 Register: Reservation Request Form

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Jim Curry: A Rocky Mountain Christmas Experience the warmth and joy of the holiday season with A Rocky Mountain Christmas, a spectacular show starring premier John Denver tribute artist Jim Curry. Blending festive classics with John Denver’s iconic hits, Curry brings the beloved music of Denver to life. You’ll feel the spirit of the Rocky Mountains as his heartfelt performance and remarkable vocal likeness to John Denver transport you to a winter wonderland. Come sing along to timeless favorites like Rocky Mountain High, Take Me Home, Country Roads, and Annie’s Song, interwoven with cherished Christmas carols that will fill you with holiday cheer. Monday, December 21 at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Ticket price: $26 Register: Reservation Request Form

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GENERAL ADMISSION

General Admission Register using Event Registration. Tickets will be issued for these events.

Cultural Center Chorale The 100-voice Chorale is a group of your Willow Valley friends and neighbors, sharing their vocal talents with Ding Dong Merrily on High, Jingle Bells, Slow Dancing in the Snow, The Wexford Carol, and other selections to raise our December spirits. With our new director, Darla Bair, and pianist, Kay Decker, this concert is sure to be a memorable addition to your holiday celebrations! Wednesday, December 9 at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 10 at 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge

Stars at the Break of Day Stars at the Break of Day, an original play by SmartLife Member Marjorie Ellen Rupert, is presented by the Willow Valley Players in conjunction with the opening of the Marlin and Doris Thomas Memory Center. The play is an uplifting story about enduring love and living with grace, humor, and gratitude, even in the final days of life. A woman visits her father in a rural nursing home and rekindles an old relationship when she meets a former love who is living there and dying of cancer. Humorous at times, and sometimes heartfelt, the play addresses end-of-life issues and recognizes that the people in our lives are the stars that shine for us — and continue to shine for us even when we can’t see them anymore. Concerns such as pain management, advance directives, and the unique challenges of dementia are addressed in the play. There will be a professional healthcare panel following the matinee on September 3, led by Lauren Renehan, MSW, CDP, Mission Director of the Marlin and Doris Thomas Memory Center. Wednesday, September 2 at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 3 at 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge

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Bridget & Friends Get ready to sparkle, sway, and maybe even sing along, because Bridget & Friends are bringing a merry and bright holiday celebration to Willow Valley Communities. This program will celebrate the season with orchestra, bells, tap dancers, the singing group Here Comes Treble, soloists, and some friends from the local area and South Jersey. Don’t miss this fabulous show! Thursday, December 17 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge

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Willow Valley Webcast

Webcast and On-Demand programming treats music and art lovers to one-of-a-kind experiences around the world, broadcast directly to Willow Valley Communities. All events take place in the Cultural Center Theater. Tickets are just $5 and billed to your monthly statement. Register using Event Registration.

Khatia Buniatishvili Plays Liszt, Chopin, Prokofiev & Stravinsky Triumphant after the release of her 2011 recording dedicated to the music of Liszt, Georgian pianist Khatia Buniatishvili presented this recital at the Verbier Festival. It features music by Liszt (including his famous Sonata in B) and Chopin, the other great Romantic piano composer, before moving on to Stravinsky and Prokofiev, challenging works that seem effortless with Buniatshvili’s perfect technique. The toccata of Prokofiev’s very modern-sounding Sonata No. 7 recalls jazz, a spirit echoed in the enthusiastic humor of the three movements of Stravinsky’s Petrouchka. Wednesday, September 16 at 1:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 12 minutes

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Exhibition On Screen: James McNeill Whistler Considered one of the great innovators of 19th century art, James McNeill Whistler was a contemporary of the Impressionists, much admired by Van Gogh and Manet. Boldly experimental and famously witty, he disrupted the conventions of Victorian society in pursuit of a new cult of beauty, creating “art for art’s sake” and earning himself a place in history. His most famous painting, Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1, commonly known as Whistler’s Mother, is a revered and often parodied portrait of motherhood.

Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1, 1871

Tate Britain is now holding the first major retrospective of Whistler in three decades, uniting world-famous masterpieces with rarely seen works. This is an unmissable chance to get to know this visually spectacular artist and the influence he's had on those who followed. Friday, October 2 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Symphony in White, No. 3, 1865-1867

Riccardo Chailly Conducts Prokofiev & Tchaikovsky — With the Filarmonica della Scala It would be hard to find a more picturesque backdrop for a classical music festival than Granada, Spain, where the Festival de Granada has attracted a panoply of stars every year since 1952. In this marquee 2023 concert, Riccardo Chailly leads the renowned Filarmonica della Scala in two symphonic masterworks at the Palace of Charles V, inside the Alhambra! They take on the final symphonies by two Russian greats: Prokofiev’s Seventh, imbued with bittersweet nostalgia, and Tchaikovsky’s Sixth, premiered just six days before his death, an enduring monument to the extraordinary emotional depths he was capable of expressing in music. Wednesday, November 18 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 20 minutes

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Exhibition On Screen: Frida Kahlo Frida Kahlo is arguably the world’s favorite female artist — but who was she? Everyone knows her face, but who was the woman behind the bright colors, the big brows, and the floral crowns? Take a journey to discover this icon’s art and uncover the true story of her rebellious, passionate, and turbulent life. Making use of the latest technology to deliver previously unimaginable quality, this film looks at key works throughout Kahlo’s career, using letters she wrote to reveal her deepest emotions and the secrets and symbolism contained within her art. In addition to interviews with world experts and bonus footage from the curators of her blockbuster 2026 exhibition, this personal, intimate look offers privileged access to her works, home, and studio, and highlights the source of her feverish creativity and unmatched lust for life, beauty, and revolution. Tuesday, December 8 at 1:30 p.m. Length: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Vasily Petrenko Conducts Beethoven & Bruckner — With Elisabeth Leonskaja The Palace of Charles V, inside the world-famous Alhambra, plays host to this exceptional concert from the 2024 Festival de Granada, as the grande dame of Russian piano, Elisabeth Leonskaja, takes the stage with the Orquesta Sinfónica de Castilla y León and conductor Vasily Petrenko! Leonskaja shines in the solo role of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 in G, full of innovative flourishes from its unassuming solo piano opening onward. Petrenko and the orchestra then move on to Bruckner’s Fourth, also known as the Romantic Symphony and perhaps the best-loved of his nine, a series of programmatic tableaux that evoke a medieval town at daybreak and chivalrous knights on horseback. Tuesday, December 15 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 1 hour, 46 minutes

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Special Events

Coffee & A Story: A Friends Connection Event Join some of the other Luckiest People in the World for conversation, connection, and a good story — shared over a cup of coffee. If you attended this spring’s Great Storytelling Festival, you already know how much fun it is to listen to great stories told well. Coffee & A Story is your chance to experience storytelling from the telling side, in a small, intimate gathering where the pressure is low and the coffee is strong. Gathering for coffee is one of the easiest ways to meet new people and have real conversations. Add a few short, true stories, perhaps some not-so-true stories, and something special happens. There is never a lull in conversation, people become more memorable, and the morning stays with you long after the last sip. Coffee & A Story is a better way to start the day. Listening is optional. Sharing is optional. Connection is not. Choose one. Session 1: Tuesday, September 22 Session 2: Wednesday, September 30 Session 3: Wednesday, October 7 Session 4: Monday, October 19 Session 5: Monday, November 2 Session 6: Wednesday, November 18 Session 7: Monday, December 7 Session 8: Tuesday, December 22 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Cost: $8 (includes coffee, pastry, and fruit)

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When America Hit the Road: The Early Years of Our Automotive Culture A hundred years ago, an exciting new technology was transforming America: the automobile. This talk offers a short history of that era, when the first “horseless carriages” were giving way to sporty roadsters, classy limousines, and the ubiquitous Model T Ford. As you’ll learn, the story of our country’s early car culture was driven by unprecedented prospects for personal freedom and mobility — along with the mixed blessings of high-speed roads, expanding suburbs, and parking meters. Friday, September 25 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: John Maietta, US Army Retired Cost: No charge

Classy & Jazzy Car Show Grab a bite to eat from local food trucks, move to the music of the Josh Squared Band, and best of all, walk around and chat with the owners of some pretty amazing cars! At this show, hosted by the Classy & Jazzy Automobile Club at Willow Valley Communities, you’ll be able to feast your eyes on the following cars, to name just a few: a 1914 Ford Model T, 1942 Ford Jeep GPW, 1954 Chevrolet Pickup Street Rod, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette, 1956 Oldsmobile Super 88, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, 1964 1/2 Ford Mustang, 1965 Ford GT 40 by Superformance, 1966 Ford Mustang, 2004 Ford Mustang GT, 2006 Mazda Miata, 2007 Lexus SC430, 2010 BMW Z4, 2016 and 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2016 Volkswagen Eos, 2017 BMW i3, 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster, 2022 Toyota GR86, and 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S t-Hybrid. Keep your fingers crossed for great weather because these treasures do not come out in the rain. “She’s my rockin’ little roadster, I wouldn’t trade her for the world.” Jan & Dean, 1964 Parking will not be available in the Upper Level Parking Area. Transportation details will be announced in the Weekly Insider (the week of September 21–27). Friday, September 25 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Upper Level Parking Area Cost: No charge Registration is not necessary for this event.

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Your Next Chapter Begins with Your Story What if the stories you’ve already lived could help shape the rest of your life? Join the Luckiest People in the World for another Friends Connection Forum as two accomplished storytellers explore how our personal stories can become both a guide for the future and a gift to those we leave behind. Come prepared to think differently about your future — and the stories that will define it. Tuesday, September 29 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: $17 (includes speakers and lunch)

The Third Wind: Designing the Most Brilliant Chapter of Your Life Many people spend years preparing financially for retirement. But as Dale Power reminds us, “What’s worse than running out of money is running out of purpose.” Through inspiring stories and practical insights, she’ll show how this season of life can become one of renewed meaning, curiosity, contribution, and adventure. Discover how to intentionally design a future that is every bit as rewarding as the years that brought you here. Presenter: Dale Power, Founder, Share Your Courage 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Dale Power

The Five-Story Ladder: Building Your Legacy One Story at a Time Every life is filled with stories, but which ones best capture who you are? Ray Loewe and members of his storytelling team will introduce The Five-Story Ladder, a practical process for identifying the stories that reveal your values, shape your future, and become your legacy. They’ll also demonstrate how today's storytelling tools, including ChatGPT, can help transform memories into engaging stories while preserving your authentic voice. Presenter: Ray Loewe, North Resident 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Lunch & Conversation Enjoy lunch with our speakers and friends — and share a story or two of your own. Ray Loewe

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12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Cultural Center Ballroom 18

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Holiday Bazaar & Artisan Showcase You won’t want to miss the carefully curated array of artisans that have been selected for the 2026 Holiday Bazaar & Artisan Showcase. With over 65 vendors, offering everything from Resident quilts and woodwork pieces to local treats and handmade crafts and gifts, there is sure to be something for everyone, just in time for the holidays. Transportation will be provided and is highly encouraged for this event. There will be a bus running on each campus. Details will be announced closer to the date. Friday, November 6 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cultural Center Upper Level Cost: No charge Registration is not necessary for this event.

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A Salute to Veterans Proudly relive our nation’s history as you engage in an entertaining view of the role patriotic songs have played in our country’s wartime success. During this year’s Veterans Day program, the Veterans Council of Willow Valley Communities will host performer Fred Miller and his Lectures in Song: America at War. In this informative piano, song, and talk show, Fred takes us through the songs that every American child used to know (and should still know) while he demonstrates how each song’s patriotic roots can be found in the many conflicts that truly have made America “the land of the free and the home of the brave.” The program begins as Lancaster’s Vet 21 Salute Honor Guard “posts the colors” with Willow Valley Communities’ Here Comes Treble singing group presenting the national anthem. Other features include the awarding of Willow Valley Quilts of Valor to veterans who have been touched by war, and the “Recognition of Veterans Present” as they stand to their respective service anthems depicted on-screen. Wednesday, November 11 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Cost: No charge Tickets will be issued for this event.

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ART GALLERY

Art Gallery Willow Valley Communities Painting Circle The Painting Circle is a group of Resident artists who meet weekly to work on individual projects. We bring our own materials — watercolors, acrylics, oils, colored pencils, or pastels — and although no formal instruction is given, we are always willing to provide help or critique each other’s work. Our goal is to enjoy the creative experience of working together, challenging one another to perfect our technique or try something new. In this exhibition, the Painting Circle is pleased to offer a sample of our creations, including works by those listed below. Thursday, August 13 – Monday, October 5 Cultural Center Art Gallery Artists Reception Thursday, August 27 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Joan Fitzhugh

Robert A. Johnson

Jan Tusing Scott Glassford

KyungJa Barb

Scott Glassford

“In addition to painting, gardening is my passion. One day, my granddaughter wanted to help me water the flowers. My son-in-law captured the moment with his camera, and I wanted to transfer that special scene to my canvas.”

“Drawing, coloring, and painting is a release for me and allows me to share my love of nature with others. I love being able to transfer an image to another dimension by the utilization of colors and hues.”

Joan Fitzhugh

Margaret Gorman

“College and graduate school exposed me to many means of expression, from pencil and ink drawing to acrylic and oil painting to photography, ceramics, and more. But not watercolor. That came after I retired. It’s become my favorite medium.”

“My work typically reflects my mood. When introspective, my art tends to be detailed and soft. When anxious or excited, I use bold strokes and bright colors. Drawing people and fantasy figures intrigues me the most.”

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Elaine Gross Nancy Siler

Beth Romanski

Margaret Gorman Elaine Gross “I started taking watercolor classes after retiring from nursing. It is my favorite medium. I am drawn to old buildings and water scenes and love soft and bright colors.” Robert A. Johnson “My first experience with watercolors was in sixth grade. Thirty-six years later I found that same enjoyment in my first adult watercolor class. Since then, I’ve taken additional classes and workshops, even painting with plein air groups.”

KyungJa Barb

Helen Pannes

Beth Romanski “As a self-taught artist, I’m learning to follow my curiosity and enjoy the process. I’ve fallen in love with pastels; their vibrancy and immediacy let me work intuitively and ‘painterly.’ For this exhibition, I’ve been inspired by the landscapes around Willow Street.” Nancy Siler “I’m a new contemporary abstract artist using fluid acrylic paints. The process embraces experimentation, using layering, pouring, and unconventional tools for a result that feels both modern and elemental, reflecting nature’s own creative momentum.”

Helen Pannes

Jan Tusing

“Traveling has been a hobby and profession for me for many years. I enjoy capturing images of my travels through photography and pen and ink drawings. My art is both a means of preserving my memories and providing souvenirs of over 100 countries.”

“I embrace the challenge of combining my tendency to work for realism tempered by experimentation with more impressionistic techniques using a variety of interesting materials — from sea sponges to wet paper towels to a toothbrush.”

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Kristin Witbeck Lee From the artist: My father is Haudenosaunee (Seneca), and my mother is a good old-fashioned WASP, so I grew up in two worlds. Nature is where I felt like an insider, in its language and complexity and flux. I was raised with an understanding that all things have their own being and sentience, that all is relationship, and human beings participate in the sacredness of our world by making beauty wherever possible, in everyday or ritual objects, and in seeking mutual connections within the cosmic Good Mind. I work with art and poetry as a way to make life into a sacrament, and I feel that residues of this creative process can live on and continue to inspire something unpredictable. Scenes from life or imagination inspire my paintings with oil, watercolor, or ink. I contemplate the object or situation or idea, then surrender to the conversation with it. The record of that experience lives on as my painting. I learned from contemporary artists, including Barkley Hendricks and Sasha Budayev; Slavic artists from the tradition of St. Petersburg; and artists inspired by Rudolf Steiner. My work is in private collections worldwide, has received several awards, and has been exhibited at the Van Der Plas Gallery, Ganondagan, and the Houston Museum of Fine Art. Most recently, it was featured in Cornelia, the journal of the Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art. I have an art and nature sanctuary in Connecticut and teach small classes, and I continue my studies at the Bridgeview School of Fine Arts in New York City. KristinWitbeckLee.com Tuesday, October 6 – Thursday, November 19 Cultural Center Art Gallery 23

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Henry Coe Henry works in oils on a large and small scale and prefers to work en plein air as much as possible. Small works take a few hours, and large ones can take a few weeks. He likes to paint the lengthening shadows and lowering light that occur toward the end of day, or the softer light of early morning. Ideally, he wants his work to have a sense of light traveling through air in space. Having a palpable sense of air in a painting is very important to him. The light and shadow define the mundane objects of a landscape he sees as disappearing: small family farms or the rural industrial look that at one time was representative of many small towns. Henry received an MFA in painting from Maryland Institute College of Art. He began painting seriously on Maryland’s Eastern Shore while working as curator at the Academy of Arts and teaching at Chesapeake College. He was drawn to the flat land and big sky: a Dutch landscape quality of light reflected off the water back into the clouds. His work has been featured in American Artist magazine and in the book 100 Plein Air Painters of the Mid-Atlantic. Over the years, he’s shown regularly in galleries in Chicago, Houston, and Baltimore. Henry has worked primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region, coastal Maine, Texas, and western France. HenryCoe.com Friday, November 20 – Wednesday, January 6 Cultural Center Art Gallery

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ART CLASSES

Art Classes All classes are held in the Cultural Center Art Studio. Register using Event Registration.

Open Studio Hours

The Cultural Center Art Studio is available during non-class hours for anyone wishing to work on individual projects, or to arrange small groups. For more information, call 717.464.6438.

Class Cancellation Policy

Please cancel prior to the start of class. Those registered who do not attend the session and do not cancel will be charged. An exception will be made for illness, but students must call the Events Coordinator to cancel: 717.464.6438.

Mixed-Media Open Studio Work at your own pace, in your own medium, with guidance from the instructor. Beginner to advanced levels are welcome. Instructor has experience working with acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, and drawing. Work from photos you bring or a still life provided by the instructor. Session 1: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, September 1, 2, 8, 9 Session 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, October 6, 7, 13, 14 Session 3: Mondays, Tuesdays, November 9, 10, 16, 17 Session 4: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, December 15, 16, 17, 18 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $55/session (bring your own supplies)

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Boho Dried-Flower Wall Hanging Create a modern botanical wall hanging using a 12" embroidery hoop, natural twine, and an assortment of dried flowers (feel free to bring some of your own for a special keepsake). You will learn a simple weaving technique to secure and layer stems, designing a one-of-a-kind piece that brings organic texture and warmth to any space. Monday, September 14 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Stuckey, Professional Artist Cost: $33 (supplies included)

Needle Felted Leaves Learn how to create needle felted fall leaves. All materials are provided, including a foam felting pad and two felting needles. No experience is necessary; a local fiber artist will walk you through this fun and easy craft step-by-step! Wednesday, September 16 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Haldeman, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $50 (supplies included)

Four-Week Beginner Watercolor Class Whether you’re a beginner, have taken other beginning watercolor classes, or want to begin again, this class is perfect for you. Each week, Linda will teach different skills — like brush handling, painting various washes, mixing colors, and creating textures — and you’ll paint along with her to make a simple painting to take home. We’ll meet every other week so that you have plenty of practice time. Enjoy learning new things, painting with friends, and creating beautiful watercolor art! Choose one session. Session 1: Thursdays, September 17; October 1, 15, 29 Session 2: Fridays, September 18; October 2, 16, 30 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Linda Luke, Professional Artist Cost: $75 (supplies included)

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Beyond Basics Acrylic Class

Intermediate Colored Pencil Class

Designed with the beginner in mind, but one who already has some painting experience and wants to learn more. The instructor will teach early painting skills that go beyond the basics, including shading, blending, texture, and perspective. Paint from a still life or reference photos supplied by the instructor.

Build on the techniques taught in Basic Colored Pencil Class. You’ll hone those skills while learning advanced blending, layering, textures, and special effects techniques to finish full drawings.

Thursdays, September 17, 24; October 1, 8 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $75/4 classes (supplies included)

Fridays, September 18; October 2, 9, 16 (no class Sept 25) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $60/4 classes (bring your own supplies) $75/4 classes (supplies included)

Autumn Leaf Mosaic The four seasons are at the heart of Japanese culture, where the change of seasons is enjoyed just as in Pennsylvania. Foliage is highly admired at this time of the year, so let’s make your own autumn leaf with colorful glass to celebrate the season! You’ll learn to use a hand tool to nip the glass pieces and tiles and take home a 5" groutless leaf mosaic. Tuesday, September 22 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Aya Kinoshita, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $70 (supplies included)

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Alcohol Ink Note Cards Create six 4" x 6" note cards using alcohol ink. The technique is simple, and the result is different every time. No two will be the same. Great to send as a thank-you note, get-well card, or a simple hello to put a smile on someone’s face, the cards are blank inside and include an envelope for mailing. Choose one session. Wednesday, September 23 Session 1: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Session 2: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $37/session (supplies included)

Art Nouveau Poppy Workshop Create a vibrant painting on an 11" x 14" canvas using acrylic paints. In this guided workshop, you’ll paint a stylized poppy flower and buds against a textured metallic background while exploring the flowing lines and decorative elegance of the Art Nouveau style. Originality is encouraged as you add your own creative touches to make the painting uniquely yours. Tuesday, September 29 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Melissa Zane, Professional Artist Cost: $45 (supplies included)

Ghosty Tea Lights Create your own glowing ghost trio in this playful air-dry clay workshop. You’ll learn how to roll clay slabs and use a simple drape technique to form charming ghost forms, then poke expressive eyes and mouths to let a tea light shine through for some spooky-cute fall décor. Wednesday, September 30 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Lisa Stuckey, Professional Artist Cost: $29 (supplies included)

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Huggins Zentangle If you haven’t tried this fun art form of drawing in this easy-to-learn method, now’s your chance. Add color to your paper and learn tangles to put inside of our design tangle, called Huggins. Wednesday, September 30 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Barb Mavraganis, Certified Zentangle Teacher Cost: $28 (supplies included)

Mosaic Pumpkin In this class, you’ll create a 7" x 7" pumpkin design on a wooden base, no grouting required. Choose between a spooky jack-o’-lantern face or a sweet patterned pumpkin. You’ll use precut stained glass, ceramic tiles, glass beads, and sparkly embellishments to bring your pumpkin to life as a great piece of seasonal décor to enjoy year after year. Perfect for beginners and mosaic lovers of all skill levels. Monday, October 5 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Elena Lagana, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $85 (supplies included)

Tips, Tricks & Techniques to Better Art In this three-week course, learn tips, tricks, and techniques that will help your art in many ways. Some will be specific to a particular medium, such as watercolor or pencil, and some will be helpful no matter what the medium. The focus is on the different techniques, so while you won’t come out with a finished piece of art, you will have new skills and understanding. Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Joan Fitzhugh, MA in Art Education, North Resident Cost: $25/3 classes (supplies included) 29

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Zentangle: 6" x 6" Piece Life is an art form. This step-by-step drawing method with pen and paper is something that anyone can do. Learn 10 designs with room in the middle for a sentiment, name, verse, etc. Let your inner artist shine! Wednesday, October 7 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Barb Mavraganis, Certified Zentangle Teacher Cost: $28 (supplies included)

Patterned Ceramic Handled Tray In this creative workshop, learn to roll clay slabs, cut out shapes, and use various textures to create a custompatterned ceramic tray with handles. The instructor will fire the finished pieces in her studio and return them for pickup within 2–3 weeks. No experience is necessary. Thursday, October 8 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Karen Peiffer, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $75 (supplies included)

Mid-Century Modern Shape Gelli Printing Explore the playful process of gelli printing, a form of monoprinting that uses acrylic paint, a brayer, and a flexible gel plate to create unique layered prints. In this workshop, you’ll cut paper stencils inspired by iconic mid-century modern shapes and patterns, then use them on the gel plate to build bold compositions and color combinations. We’ll look at the signature color palettes of the era, experiment with texture, and finish your pieces with colored pencil or paint marks. Create as many one-of-a-kind prints as you’d like while enjoying this fun, creative process. Wednesday, October 14 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Stuckey, Professional Artist Cost: $50 (supplies included)

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Paint Like a Master Artist: Gustav Klimt Floral Study Gustav Klimt was primarily a Symbolist painter and a leading figure of the Art Nouveau movement. His work is decorative and organic, yet his florals are whimsical and so creative. In this class, you’ll follow step-by-step instructions to re-create his work using acrylic paints. It’s easy and fun, and you’ll take home an original 16" x 20" masterpiece by you and Gustav Klimt. Thursday, October 15 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Ange Bentivegna, Professional Artist Cost: $45 (supplies included)

Original Art Nouveau Design A perfect accent for any wall and a unique gift! Created on wood, this 27" x 6" piece is very lightweight and can be designed to hang vertically or horizontally. You’ll have the option to use the sample colors or to create your own color palette. Step-by-step instructions will be provided by the instructor. No art experience is necessary. Monday, October 19 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Ange Bentivegna, Professional Artist Cost: $47 (supplies included)

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Three-Day Quilling Workshop: Wreath Create a 10" holiday wreath for your door, wall, or a gift. The instructor will walk you through all the steps to create this beautiful design to call your own. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, October 20, 21, 22 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $60/3 classes (supplies included)

Basic Colored Pencil Class Learn basic colored pencil techniques, such as layering, burnishing, and blending, to create an exciting range of effects, from realisms to loose drawings of flora, fauna, and landscapes. Fridays, October 23, 30; November 13, 20 (no class Nov 6) 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $75/4 classes (supplies included)

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Stamped Clay Diffusers ART CLASSES

Create a beautiful set of clay diffusers designed to gently release your favorite essential oils. Using air-dry clay, you’ll roll and shape discs, then personalize each one by stamping it with your favorite design to create textures and patterns. Craft a set of three diffusers perfect for use in the car, a closet, or any small space that could use a subtle, natural scent. Functional and beautiful, these also make thoughtful handmade gifts. (Essential oils not provided.) Tuesday, October 27 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Lisa Stuckey, Professional Artist Cost: $20 (supplies included)

Organic Garden, Zentangle Style On tan paper, let’s create a garden with our organic tangles. Black pen with white shading completes this. Come and enjoy! Tuesday, November 3 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Barb Mavraganis, Certified Zentangle Teacher Cost: $28 (supplies included)

Needle Felted Gingerbread Gift Tags Learn to create this adorable needle felted gingerbread gift tag. Attach it to a gift or give it as a gift. All materials are provided, including a foam felting pad and two felting needles. No experience is necessary. You’ll be guided step-by-step! Wednesday, November 11 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Haldeman, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $50 (supplies included)

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Gelli Joy: Holiday Brayer Printing Get ready to roll and print — holiday style! Using acrylic paints and a gel plate as our starting point, you’ll roll vibrant layers of color onto paper with a brayer, then finish each design with stencils and dramatic black paint to make your shapes pop. Choose coordinating colored papers to mount your favorite prints for a finished, polished look. Create as many festive prints as you’d like to use as artwork, décor, cards, or thoughtful holiday gifts! Thursday, November 12 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Stuckey, Professional Artist Cost: $50 (supplies included)

Wire Tree Sculpture This one-of-a-kind wire sculpture resembles a miniature bonsai tree. Using delicate strands of wire, handcraft each branch and leaf to be exactly how you would like. The twisted wire trunk flows naturally into the base, a smooth natural wood slice, giving the sculpture a balanced and organic appearance. Choose from copper or silver wire to create this striking yet calming piece of décor. Its small size makes it perfect for a desk, shelf, meditation space, or minimalist home display. Tuesday, November 17 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $35 (supplies included)

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Two-Day Watercolor Workshop: It’s Cold Outside! Capture the quiet beauty of this serene winter landscape! You’ll paint a glistening, frozen stream winding through a snow-covered forest, guarded by a cardinal sentinel perched on a snow-dusted branch above. Learn techniques for painting realistic snow textures and shadows and how to capture the reflective depth of frozen water. All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced painters. Thursday, Friday, November 19, 20 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Linda Luke, Professional Artist Cost: $55 (supplies included)

Glass Blown Ornament or Snowman An introduction to glassblowing where you will explore the world of glass! Come knowing nothing; leave with lots of knowledge and your own creation. You’ll make your own unique glass blown Christmas ornament or snowman in this fun workshop. No experience is required. Tuesday, December 1 Ornament: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Snowman: 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Michael Peluso, PA Guild of Craftsmen Cost: $95 (supplies included)

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Three-Day Watercolor Workshop Imagine capturing the quiet, powerful moment of a large buck stepping through a swirling winter snowstorm. You can bring this scene to life in this workshop! Designed specifically for painters with some watercolor experience, this class will show you how to create the illusion of falling snow and foggy winter air and elevate your landscape and wildlife techniques. Once you register, you’ll receive a sketch that you can transfer directly onto your watercolor paper. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, December 2, 3, 4 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Linda Luke, Professional Artist Cost: $70 (supplies included)

Mastering the Brush Paintbrushes come in many different shapes and sizes. How do you know what to buy? And then, which brush do you use when painting to get the results you want? Learn what to buy and how to use and care for the many types of brushes. Tuesday, December 29 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Tammy Teets, Professional Artist Cost: $28 (supplies included)

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LUNCH & LEARN

Lunch & Learn Meet in the Cultural Center Theater for a fascinating lecture and question-and-answer session followed by lunch in the Ballroom. Each session is $15, billed to your monthly statement. Register using Event Registration.

The Romantic Rhine River The poet Longfellow called the Rhine the most beautiful river on Earth. Its scenic flow from the Swiss Alps, through Germany, to the Dutch coast reveals 2,000 years of history and culture. This armchair cruise takes you past castles and vineyards, monasteries and minefields. Along the way you’ll meet people who gained lasting fame near the banks of the Rhine: Johannes Gutenberg, Martin Luther, Richard Wagner, George Patton, and one of the most extraordinary women of all time — Hildegard of Bingen. Thursday, September 17 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: John Maietta, US Army Retired

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Wonderkids Take a look at a fascinating, complex phenomenon in music history: wonderkids — artists who achieved extraordinary levels of fame, influence, and success while still in their youth. Explore a diverse group of artists, including Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Ritchie Valens, and the Runaways, and consider how the music industry markets and manages young musicians, and how early fame can shape, and strain, their personal and artistic development. We’ll also ask: What does it mean to be a prodigy in a commercialized, adult-oriented industry? How do these artists navigate between youth and professionalism, innocence and agency, novelty and legacy? Friday, October 9 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Jill Graybill, Adjunct Music & Foundational Studies, Student Success Coach, HACC

Visit 10 of the Most Haunted Areas in the United States Americans have always had a fascination with ghosts. With Halloween approaching, let’s talk about ghost sightings in the United States. Our lecture, discussion, and video will take us to 10 stops across the country, including two in Pennsylvania. At each one, you’ll learn about its local history and famous reputation for the presence of ghosts. Wednesday, October 28 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Winchester Mystery House

The Ballets of Tchaikovsky Step into a world of enchantment, elegance, and unforgettable music as we revisit the beloved ballets of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of the most celebrated composers of the Romantic era. His scores for Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, and The Nutcracker have captivated audiences for generations, blending rich orchestration with timeless storytelling. We’ll uncover how he brought these iconic works to life — drawing on folklore, fantasy, and emotion — while also delving into the fascinating stories behind their creation. Tuesday, December 22 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Jill Graybill, Adjunct Music & Foundational Studies, Student Success Coach, HACC

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Movies That Inspire This series explores some of Hollywood’s top movies of all time. Begin with an overview of the movie and cast, and then enjoy the film with lunch afterward. All sessions begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Cultural Center Theater and conclude with lunch in the Ballroom. The cost of $15 is billed to your monthly statement. Register using Event Registration.

Movie: Hamnet While the literary works of William Shakespeare are honored throughout the world, little is known about his private life with wife Anne Hathaway. We do know that they had three children, Susanna followed by twins Hamnet and Judith. Hamnet died at the age of 11. In 2020, Maggie O’Farrell’s book Hamnet was published, centered on Shakespeare’s family and the link between his son, Hamnet, and the writing of the play Hamlet. The book went on to become a motion picture with Jessie Buckley, in the role of Anne Hathaway, winning the Academy Award for Best Actress. Come and enjoy a motion picture that depicts how the overwhelming grief of two parents resulted in a literary masterpiece. Tuesday, November 17 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD

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“I cannot teach anybody anything. I can only make them think.”

LIFE OF THE MIND

Life of the Mind

— Socrates “The soul of man is divided into three parts, intelligence, reason, and passion. Intelligence and passion are possessed by other animals, but reason by man alone.”

— Pythagoras

Socrates Café Socrates Café, a project of the Life of the Mind Consortium, provides a forum for open and collaborative inquiry. In each session, we gather at tables of six to discuss in a small group. We choose to think about a topic, develop ideas we want to share, and have an open discussion. What we hope to attain is a clearer idea on that topic and a suggestion of where we could inquire further. Join us and share a community that supports “the examined life.” Socrates Café meets in the Cultural Center Education Room on the second Monday of each month from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is not necessary.

Emotional Intelligence “But once you are in that field, emotional intelligence emerges as a much stronger predictor of who will be most successful, because it is how we handle ourselves in our relationships that determines how well we do once we are in a given job.” — Daniel Goleman Do you believe emotional intelligence is a natural trait or a skill that can be learned and improved? Explain. Monday, September 14

Integrity “Moral authority comes from following universal and timeless principles like honesty, integrity, treating people with respect.” — Stephen Covey Is integrity a strong value in the current world? Monday, October 12

Misinformation “Would you enthusiastically recommend that a friend purchase something you’d never tested yourself? Probably not. But you may be unwittingly doing this with information every day.” — Dan Ariely How can we find the truth? Monday, November 9

Medical Industry vs. Health “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” — Jim Rohn Why is there an emphasis on treating the symptoms rather than working to remove the cause? Monday, December 14

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Great Decisions At Great Decisions, we discuss and debate current world issues. These discussions are supported by materials prepared by the Foreign Policy Association. A background book may be ordered from their website, and a DVD concerning the topic will be shown at each meeting. The coordinators invite all Willow Valley Communities Residents to attend and expand their understanding of important issues that impact our world. Great Decisions meets at 2:00 p.m. in the Spring Run Auditorium. Registration is not necessary.

Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order Can multilateralism survive amid shifting global power and rising nationalism? This discussion examines the future of global cooperation across trade, health, and finance. Tuesday, September 8

US Engagement of Africa Africa’s geopolitical role is growing. What lessons can the US learn from China’s presence there, and how might it strengthen ties, especially with leading nations like Nigeria? What tools of statecraft might the US bring to its engagement with Africa? Tuesday, October 13

The Future of Human Rights & International Law As democracy and human rights retreat globally — and the US pulls back — how can civil society and legal norms remain effective in a divided world? What is the role and force of international law in this era of impunity? Tuesday, November 10

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One Day University handpicks professors from the world’s top schools to present their best lectures on history, politics, philosophy, art, literature, music, and more. These engaging streaming events are designed to inform and inspire “students for a day,” intellectually curious people who believe that learning is a fun, rewarding lifelong process. All events take place in the Cultural Center Theater. Tickets are just $5 and billed to your monthly statement. Register using Event Registration.

Why Do People Do What They Do? The Laws of Human Nature Between the Lines is an Emmy-winning series featuring thought-provoking one-on-one interviews with best-selling authors, distinguished historians, prominent scientists, actors and directors, professional athletes, award-winning journalists, and top leaders in business and entertainment. In this two-part talk (each part 25 minutes), author Robert Greene, known for his seminal bestseller The 48 Laws of Power, introduces the laws of human nature, examining why people behave the way they do. Based on his book The Laws of Human Nature, he draws from history, psychology, and power dynamics to explain how emotions, ego, and social forces shape our actions and decisions in everyday life.

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One Day University

Presented by: Barry Kibrick Between the Lines Award-winning host Barry Kibrick brings passion, insight, and refreshing perspective to his intimate conversations on Between the Lines. His guest, author Robert Greene, is best known for his books on strategy, power, psychology, and human nature. He is celebrated for extracting timeless lessons from historical biographies and classical thinkers to provide actionable advice on modern life. Monday, September 21 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 50 minutes

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The Nation That Never Was: Reconstructing America’s Story There’s a common story we tell about America: that our country’s fundamental values were stated in the Declaration of Independence, fought for in the Revolution, and made law in the Constitution. But, with the country increasingly divided, this story isn’t working for us anymore — what’s more, it’s not even true. As Professor Roosevelt argues in this eye-opening reinterpretation of the American story, our fundamental values, particularly equality, are not part of the vision of the Founding Fathers. Instead, they were stated in Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address and were the hope of Reconstruction, when it was possible to envision the emergence of a nation committed to liberty and equality.

Presented by: Kermit Roosevelt III University of Pennsylvania Roosevelt is a professor of constitutional law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He was a clerk to Supreme Court Justice David Souter, and his law review articles have been cited twice by the Supreme Court. His books include In the Shadow of the Law, Conflict of Laws, and The Myth of Judicial Activism: Making Sense of Supreme Court Decisions. A graduate of Harvard University and Yale Law School, he’s also the great-great-grandson of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, as well as a cousin of President Theodore Roosevelt! Thursday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 56 minutes

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What Makes a Great Jewish Leader? From Moses to Modern Israel Jewish history is full of men and women who’ve made an incredible impact on the world, from Abraham and Sarah to Moses and Esther, from Menachem Begin to Golda Meir, right up to the present day. Professor Hajioff explores seven principles that have become synonymous among the greatest Jewish leaders of world history. By looking at biblical characters, Jewish kings, political leaders, and others, he demonstrates a pattern of leadership that has influenced the world and history in a positive way.

Presented by: Lawrence Hajioff Yeshiva University Hajioff is a professor at Yeshiva University, the Educational Director of Birthright Israel Alumni in Manhattan, and author of the books Jew Got Questions? and Will Jew Marry Me? His popular courses include those on Moshiach, Jewish holidays, Shabbat, and introductory Judaic studies. Monday, October 26 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 50 minutes

The Thanksgiving Dilemma: Reevaluating Our Annual Celebration The myth of Thanksgiving is powerful. American legend says that in autumn 1621, English Pilgrims shared a feast with Wampanoags, residents of the territory the Pilgrims labeled Plymouth. The good feelings of that meal soon faded when Native peoples and English colonists began to compete for resources, initiating conflicts that raged for generations. Yet the myth of coexistence endures to this day. President Lincoln declared the fourth Thursday of November to be a national holiday, with a nod to that early feast. But since 1970, many have believed it should be rededicated as a national day of mourning to reflect the centuries-long displacement and persecution of Native Americans. With the recent shift from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day showing a changing national mood, is it time to reconsider Thanksgiving as well?

Presented by: Peter Mancall University of Southern California Mancall is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of the Humanities and Professor of History and Anthropology at USC. He also serves as Director of the USC-Huntington Early Modern Studies Institute and previously taught at the University of Kansas, Harvard, and Oxford University. Monday, November 23 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 55 minutes

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O N E D AY U N I V E R S I T Y How Music Shapes the Brain In this talk, Dr. Indre Viskontas, a neuroscientist and opera singer-director, illustrates the wide-ranging power of music to shape our brains, heal our pain, and strengthen our communities. The musician’s brain is hailed as a model of neuroplasticity because of the many ways that learning and performing music changes it. But even listeners’ brains are altered, as brain waves entrain to rhythms and brain activity and neurochemistry track the rise and fall of the music. Come hear Dr. Viskontas explain the magical way in which music can bring us together.

Presented by: Indre Viskontas University of San Francisco Viskontas is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of San Francisco. Combining a passion for music with scientific curiosity, she is also pioneering the application of neuroscience to musical training at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. In addition to hosting the popular science podcast Inquiring Minds, Professor Viskontas is also the Creative Director of the Pasadena Opera. Monday, December 7 at 10:00 a.m. Length: 51 minutes

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Life Reflections is a monthly series in which presenters share stories about an unusual event, an exciting vacation, a place they lived or visited, a career, or a favorite hobby or pastime. There is no charge to attend, but you must register using Event Registration.

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Life Reflections

Clowning Around Ever since he was a young boy, Terry dreamed of becoming a circus clown, captivated by the laughter and wonder of the big top. Over the years, he dedicated himself to mastering unusual talents, learning everything from fire eating and juggling to the delicate art of wire walking. His adventures along the way gave him plenty of funny and unforgettable stories that he now loves to share with everyone. Wednesday, September 23 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Terry Lieb, North Resident

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Trials of a Courtroom Judge Spring Run Resident Ted Borek will share moments of his career. It began with 24 years of military service, including roles as an Army prosecutor, where he gained experience trying a high volume of cases. After his military retirement, Borek transitioned to civilian life, serving as an Assistant US Attorney in Arizona, where his work encompassed both criminal prosecution and civil litigation defending federal agencies. He subsequently became a trial judge in the Pima County Superior Court, rotating through civil, criminal, and juvenile benches for nearly 14 years. Monday, October 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Ted Borek, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

Semester at Sea In 2006 Maggie and Barry Stauffer circumnavigated the globe aboard Semester at Sea, a floating university that brought together 650 students and a select group of lifelong learners for the adventure of a lifetime. Learn about fascinating cultures, unforgettable experiences, and the unique community that made this journey around the world possible. Come hear their stories, see their photos, and be inspired to explore the world in new ways! Don't miss this extraordinary voyage — no passport required! Tuesday, November 17 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Barry & Maggie Stauffer, SouthPointe Residents Cost: No charge

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E D U C AT I O N C L A S S E S

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Beginner Bridge Lessons Boost your memory. Make new friends. Come learn the world’s greatest card game! Fridays, September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Andie Hawn, North Resident, American Contract Bridge League Accredited Teacher Cost: $5/6 classes

World War I, the Depression, World War II: Doughboys, Hobos, GIs From the dawn of the 20th century through 1945, the United States of America grew with inner strength and became a world power, confronted with two world wars and an economic depression that defined us as a nation. This three-part series focuses on the causes and details of World War I and World War II. We’ll also look at the Great Depression and the daily challenges the average American family faced. Most importantly, the classes will highlight famous personalities like Alvin York, General Pershing, Audie Murphy, George Patton, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and others. Come learn more about our great nation during times of challenge and ultimate victory. Wednesdays, September 16, 23, 30 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $10/3 classes

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Sprechen Sie Deutsch? German II

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? German I

Learning German is a fun way to stimulate brain function while enhancing your communication skills. This class is designed for intermediate beginners and will expand on the vocabulary learned in the previous class, as well as basic grammar. New vocabulary will emphasize practical necessities such as shopping and dining out.

Did you know that learning a new language is a great way to sharpen your problem-solving skills and stimulate your memory? This beginner’s course offers a vibrant introduction to the German-speaking world, whether it be vocabulary, grammar, or culture. We begin with German expressions and quickly transition into creating grammatically correct sentences, all within a six-week period.

Thursdays, September 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Sally Goodhart, Former Educator, North Resident Cost: $5/6 classes

Thursdays, September 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Sally Goodhart, Former Educator, North Resident Cost: $5/6 classes

Classic Story Puzzles Delve into three story problems that have made an impact on Western culture. Some may be familiar to you, and they have interesting “back stories.” We’ll examine these entertaining puzzles from both a mathematical and an anthropological point of view. Tuesday, September 22 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Cynthia J. Davis, EdD, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge 49

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Finding Trustworthy News Online Bring your digital news challenges and get them solved at this user support session with the local news team from LNP | LancasterOnline. Examples include: help with using LancasterOnline.com, help with login issues, how to download the news app, how to access the LNP e-newspaper, how to sign up for e-newsletters, and more. This will be an informal session with LNP | LancasterOnline team members stationed at tables around the room, ready to help you with your questions. Wednesday, September 23 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Ballroom Presenter: Members of the LNP News Team Cost: No charge

Eternal Egypt: From King Tut to the Arab Spring This two-part program will take you on a fascinating journey through 5,000 years of Egyptian civilization. We’ll begin by exploring the glories of ancient Egypt: the temples, tombs, and treasures that still have a powerful hold on our imaginations today. Less wellknown is the heritage of early Jewish and Christian life, which we can still see in the narrow lanes of Old Cairo. Finally, we’ll highlight the last millennium of Muslim rule in Egypt, which brought new challenges to this timeless land — culminating in the 2011 Arab Spring revolt. Part history, part travelogue, this program will give you a new appreciation for the beauty, grandeur, and lasting cultural impact of Eternal Egypt. Thursdays, September 24; October 22 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: John Maietta, US Army Retired Cost: $5/2 classes

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Our Past Comes Alive In celebrating the anniversary of the birth of our nation, it is meaningful to consider how far we have come in 250 years. Reflecting on years past can bring a renewed sense of gratitude for the dedication and bravery of so many. Three talented men contributed to our early history with their pencils, brushes, and paint: Thomas Hart Benton, John Steuart Curry, and Grant DeVolson Wood. Each man had his own interests and approaches to his work, but all bequeathed generations to come with insights and reminders of how we struggled for our start and how determined the spirit of America was and still is.

Tuesdays, September 22, 29; October 13 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Elaine Wilson, Founder, Susquehanna Art Museum Cost: $10/3 classes

The Ordinary Made Extraordinary: Thomas Hart Benton (1898–1975) Thomas Hart Benton had a strong ego and a stubborn nature. He refused to withhold his personal views on a variety of subjects, whether it be modern art, politics, racism, or fascism. Not only did he verbalize his opinions, he painted them! Yet during the decades leading up to World War II, he was acclaimed for his outstanding works depicting common people going about their ordinary lives.

Thomas Hart Benton, Cradling Wheat

Born in Missouri, Benton grew up in a family involved in politics and surrounded by the people and culture of America’s Midwest heartland. Smooth, bright colors and canvases filled with curving lines gave his works movement. And, he painted with meticulous detail at a rapid pace. Because of his choice of subject — the ordinary farm folks of the Midwest — he is considered an American Regionalist. He is best remembered for his immense murals that still grace many museums and public buildings. Tuesday, September 22

Thomas Hart Benton, The Twist Dance

Thomas Hart Benton, Social History of Missouri

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It Was Action He Loved Most: John Steuart Curry (1897–1946) If you never met anyone who ran away and joined the circus you are about to do just that. With his marriage on the rocks, and no end in sight to its difficulties, Nebraska artist John Steuart Curry joined the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. During his extended absence, his wife died. All his life did not bring quite that level of upheaval, but it certainly had peaks and valleys. Part of a threesome known in the 1930s–40s as Regionalist artists, Curry portrayed life on the Great Plains as he saw it and as it was. His works are sometimes raw but always thought-provoking and full of action. For him, painting the truth mattered the most. His paintings, murals, and illustrations/ posters clearly reveal that life on the Plains could be grim and challenging. Tuesday, September 29

John Steuart Curry, Tornado Over Kansas

John Steuart Curry, The Oak Tree

Grant DeVolson Wood, Fall Plowing

Bringing Assurance to Our Nation: Grant DeVolson Wood (1891–1942) Chickens and oak leaves flowed through Grant Wood’s works all his life. They reminded him of his beginnings living on a farm in rural Iowa. He even won a national art contest award for a drawing of oak leaves. Wood made four trips to Europe between 1922 and 1928 to study the works of the masters and check on the latest art trends. But he came home believing that his “best ideas came to him while he was milking cows.” Classified as a Regionalist artist, his work never shows the sweat and toil of farm life, but rather the refreshing undulation of hills covered with rows of crops, the pleasant, winding rural roads, and the peace that comes from a simple life. Wood’s work brought calm and reassurance of better times to come to many Americans as they struggled through the dark days of want and insecurity during the Great Depression.

Grant DeVolson Wood, American Gothic

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Arts in the Morning Bringing new meaning to displays of visual art, writings inspired by these pieces of art, and readings by individual writers. The art may be a painting, drawing, photograph or sculpture — all created by Residents. The writers will be inspired to create a poem or a short story, fiction or nonfiction. The artist will have a chance to describe the motivation for her or his art. This will be an opportunity to showcase just a few of the talents, passions, and proficiencies of our Residents. Mondays, September 28; October 26; November 23; December 28 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenters: WVC Artistic Community (artists, musicians, photographers, writers) Cost: No charge

Instagram 101 Are all your family and friends on Instagram? Now you can join them with confidence! This beginnerfriendly class is designed to help you feel confident and comfortable on one of today’s most popular social media apps. We’ll go over the basics: creating an account, understanding the layout, posting, messaging, and keeping your account secure. Half of the class time will be used for individualized attention, so please bring your questions and your device. Wednesday, September 30 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Anna Middleton, Social and Multimedia Specialist Cost: No charge

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Who Were Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith? Discover the remarkable story of Thaddeus Stevens and Lydia Hamilton Smith, two Lancaster residents whose lives became intertwined with some of the most important events in American history. Explore their partnership, their contributions to the fight for freedom and equality, and the lasting impact they continue to have on Lancaster and the nation today. Wednesday, September 30 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Stephanie Townrow, Director of Interpretation & Exhibitions, LancasterHistory Cost: No charge

A Trio of Game-Changing Icons

Harland Sanders

Milton Bradley

What do Milton Bradley, Harland Sanders, and Michael Jordan, an unlikely trio, have in common? They’re each associated with market-changing consumer products that bear their influence. Bradley launched the board game industry. Abe Lincoln played a role in that development, but how? Sanders, a gradeschool dropout, had a checkered work history with occupations such as ferry operator, lawyer, and gas station owner. How did he get to be a “colonel”? Jordan, perhaps the greatest basketball player ever, did not wear Air Jordans when he played for the University of North Carolina. He wore the best-selling and most popular basketball shoe of all time — what was it? Get the answers in this presentation, along with intriguing details of the products these individuals represent. Monday, October 5 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Conrad Stanitski, Visiting Scholar, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: No charge

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Future of Local News Join leaders of LNP | LancasterOnline to talk about recent changes to the newspaper and how its team of reporters, editors, and other professionals plan to continue providing quality local journalism in a challenging media landscape. Then we’d love to hear directly from YOU about what local news should be doing differently, better, or more of. What issues matter most in your community? Where is local news falling short? How do you prefer to get information? What would make local news more useful to you? Monday, October 5 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenters: Members of LNP Cost: No charge

2026 US Supreme Court Review Chief Justice Charles E. Hughes said, “The Supreme Court is not the final word because it is perfect, but it is perfect because it is the final word.” That statement points out the power of the highest court in both 1941 and 2026. Some of the controversial topics the US Supreme Court is dealing with this year are birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, election laws, and conversion therapy. Join Dr. Ferro and look at the branch of government that is perfect because it is the final word. Tuesday, October 6 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 7 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Greg Ferro, Former Educator Cost: $5/2 classes

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Two Additional American Disasters Concluding the six-part American Disasters PowerPoint series shared in the spring of 2026, these talks focus on events that affected tens of thousands of Americans: the San Francisco earthquake of 1906 and the Asian flu epidemic of 1957–58. Dr. Robert Frick will share the causes and effects — and sometimes blame — for these disasters that brought death and destruction. Participants should prepare for lively presentations filled with facts and peppered with humor. Tuesdays, October 6, 13 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Robert Frick, Historian, Providence Park Resident Cost: No charge

Revolutionary Lancaster Lancaster County was not the site of any military battles of our country’s Revolutionary War, but the community was impacted in almost every other way possible. Come and learn about life here 250 years ago and how it was turned upside-down as “the course of human events” at the global and national scale came crashing down right here in Lancaster, disrupting the lives of many in order to secure “certain unalienable rights.” Wednesday, October 7 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Ben Webber, Local Historian Cost: No charge

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Child Actress to Hollywood Legend: Elizabeth Taylor Elizabeth Taylor’s life is a fascinating story of both triumph and tragedy. One of her most notable quotes, “I am a survivor — there is no other way to be,” seems to summarize the secret to her success: her personal resilience. Her career labeled her as a legendary actress and humanitarian. Her personal life centered on eight marriages and four children. However, she always faced numerous health challenges, which eventually led to her death. Trace the life of Elizabeth Taylor from her birth near London, England, through her early screen years, to winning two Academy Awards and being the first female actress to receive a million-dollar salary for one motion picture. Thursday, October 8 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $5

Poets of Note: Three Poets Who Changed Their Times & Changed Our Minds Poetry. Who knows what it really is, right? Remember all those high school classes in which one person called “teacher” told us what a poem meant — and why? BOO-RRING! Come join writer, consultant, and educator Jesse Waters for a dynamic exploration of three pivotal poets from American and Irish traditions: Maya Angelou, W.B. Yeats, and Robert Frost. He’ll discuss the experiences that guided these fine folks to “the beautiful line,” along with a few of the poems that made them famous. And there will be plenty of opportunities to explore how these poets looked back in our school days and why revisiting them can offer a unique perspective concerning one of the oldest and most magnificent forms of art. Thursdays, October 8, 15, 22 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Jesse Waters, Educator, Consultant, Writer Cost: $12/3 classes

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I Need a Career Change... But I’m Only 2 Years Old In his book, Spring Run Resident Gene Witiak shares the story of Amos, a 2-year-old black Labrador who failed out of seeing-eye school in Detroit and became one of Michigan’s first courthouse facility dogs, helping victims find the strength and courage to testify. It also includes one of Canine Partners for Life’s courthouse dogs, Ramona, who’s been with Lehigh County Courthouse for almost a decade and will retire soon. Along with Gene telling their stories, Canine Partners for Life will share a bit about their organization and what they do. Thursday, October 15 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenters: Gene Witiak, Spring Run Resident; Taylor Kulp, Canine Partners for Life Cost: No charge

Video Documentary: Lancaster County Tour the sites of Lancaster County, all set to cinematic music. Well-known for its rich history, vibrant Amish community, and scenic farmland, the area is characterized by its diverse attractions, cultural heritage, and strong sense of community. Visit Lancaster City, one of the oldest inland cities in the US, with a growing arts and cultural scene and nationally recognized architecture. Enjoy Strasburg — Train Town, USA — with the oldest operating railroad in the country, and its railroad and model train museums. See the Antique Capital of the USA, Adamstown, as well as the quaint town of Lititz and the nearby Wolf Sanctuary of PA. Visit historic areas like Wheatland, the Cloister, and Rock Ford, and tour scenic Susquehanna River sites, including the River Trail and historic covered bridges. Friday, October 16 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Rob Fischer, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

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Sweet Treats: Some Candy Bars & Confectionaries Sugary treats have evolved over many millennia (think 6,000 BC) from rather simple honey-based sweets to the broad range of candies available today. We’ll take a brief look at such origins and then delve into the history of some specific candies. As the expression goes, we’ll be like kids in a candy store as we browse a variety of treats and consider how we came to have such long-standing favorites as Milky Way, Snickers, Necco Wafers, Twizzlers licorice, and candy corn. Get ready for a stroll down memory lane. Monday, October 19 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Conrad Stanitski, Visiting Scholar, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: No charge

Missouri’s “River Rat” Artist: George Caleb Bingham Born in Virginia, George Caleb Bingham (1811–1879) moved to Franklin, Missouri, when he was 8. His father, a successful tobacco farmer, caught himself in an ill-fated business practice, challenging weather, and finally death, and by age 12, Bingham was working as a janitor to help support his family. However, his driving spirit ultimately led to his success, as he became one of the 19th century’s most outstanding historical artists, a fine statesman, and an officer during the Civil War. Growing up along the banks of the Missouri River provided endless subject matter for Bingham’s paintings and sketches. With little training, he first became a sought-after portraitist, then also a highly respected artist of life along the Missouri, Mississippi, and Ohio Rivers. To study his work is to experience the joy of simpler times, the colorful characters who lived them, and the amazing talent of an exceptional American artist.

Jolly Flatboatmen in Port

Tuesday, October 20 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Elaine Wilson, Founder, Susquehanna Art Museum Cost: $5

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Late-Night Guru: Johnny Carson In ancient Sanskrit, the word guru means “master of a certain field.” With that definition in mind, Johnny Carson was indeed the guru of nighttime television. From 1962 to 1992, late-night television viewers heard Ed McMahon’s call of “Here’s Johnny!” followed by Carson’s nightly monologue, guest interviews, and comedy and musical performances. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson ran for 6,714 episodes, attracting 15–17 million nightly viewers in its 1970s heyday. This popularity led to prestigious awards, including six Emmys, a Presidential Medal of Freedom, and a Kennedy Center Honor, to name only a few. Come learn about the life and personality of Johnny Carson, and experience some of the most memorable moments of late-night television. Wednesday, October 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $5

Come Fly with Me: The Partnership of Frank Sinatra & the Outstanding Lyricist Sammy Cahn At the height of Frank Sinatra’s fabulous 1950s recordings with Capitol Records, he asked for, and received, the right of first look at all Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen songs. He felt that Cahn’s lyrics suited him better than anyone else’s. In all, Sinatra recorded 87 songs with lyrics by his friend and musical partner Sammy Cahn, including Love and Marriage, All the Way, The Tender Trap, Come Fly with Me, High Hopes, and many, many more. Cahn was nominated for 31 Academy Awards for his songs, many recorded by “Ol’ Blue Eyes.” In this course, we’ll listen to many of these outstanding collaborations and see scenes from movies with these songs. A treat for the eyes and ears! Wednesdays, October 21, 28 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Roger Godin, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: $5/2 classes

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Viking Vendetta: The Story Behind the Story Ideas for stories are everywhere. For Don Helin, his latest idea came from his own lineage. Increasingly interested in his Norwegian heritage, he read a number of Viking sagas for background. Sagas were passed down through generations of families, providing valuable insights into the Vikings’ journeys and their interactions with the lands they encountered during the Dark Ages, when they established trade routes and settlements over much of Europe and embarked on expeditions from the Baltic and the British Isles to as far west as Greenland, Iceland, and North America. During this talk, Don plans to present the story within the story to provide the background for his latest novel, Viking Vendetta. Tuesday, October 20 10:00 a.m. – 11: 00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Don Helin, North Resident Cost: No charge

Bridge in the 21st Century, Part 5

Third Annual Mah-Jongg Marathon!

We’ll continue our look into modern bridge. Topics will include negative doubles, the Law of Total Tricks, and more. We’ll also discuss opening leads and proper defensive techniques. Each class will feature 40 minutes of lecture time followed by an hour and 20 minutes of play. If you want to improve your bridge, join us.

Join friends and neighbors for a lively day of American mah-jongg. All are welcome, whether you’re an experienced player or a novice honing your skills. Please bring your game sets. May the Jokers Be with You!

Fridays, October 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20, 27; December 4, 11 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Ben Hawn, North Resident Cost: $5/8 classes

For additional details, contact Elaine Heyden in Lakes at ehheyden@comcast.net. Thursday, October 29 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Leader: Mah-Jongg Club Cost: No charge

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Saints, Spooks & Sweets: The Story of Halloween Each October brings a curious mix of carved pumpkins, costumed kids, and candy corn to the American scene. All make up part of the fascinating story of Halloween. This program explains the ancient origins of the holiday, rooted in a variety of sacred and secular traditions. It also explores the modern expansion of Halloween themes — both scary and silly — into the worlds of mass media, live entertainment, and commercial marketing. Thursday, October 29 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: John Maietta, US Army Retired Cost: $5

Willow Street, PA: A History

American Classics While enjoying a Big Mac and a Pepsi-Cola, you contemplate whether to finish with a Twinkie or a Tastykake (or both). What were Big Macs and PepsiColas originally called? How did the Twinkie get its name? Why was the Tasty Baking Company founded in Philadelphia, not Pittsburgh? Get ready to explore the origins of these All-American fast-food classics. Monday, November 2 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Conrad Stanitski, Visiting Scholar, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: No charge

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One of the earliest parts of Pennsylvania to be developed was Willow Street, founded in the early 18th century through the provision of land by William Penn. Dr. Robert Frick will share the town’s history from the time it was referred to as “The Settlement” until the present — which overlaps with a bit of the Fricks’ personal history as residents since 1966, when they married and moved into a historic log cabin in then “downtown” Willow Street. Come for a lively presentation filled with facts and peppered with humor. Monday, November 9 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Robert Frick, Historian, Providence Park Resident Cost: No charge

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Facebook 101 Facebook is always changing, so let’s go over it together! This class will guide you through the essentials of navigating Facebook with confidence, covering everything from the layout and navigating your news feed to posting photos, tagging friends, sending messages, and keeping your account secure. Half of the class time will be used for individualized attention, so please bring your questions and your device. Monday, November 9 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Anna Middleton, Social and Multimedia Specialist Cost: No charge

The Great American Directors: William Wyler & His Amazing Award-Winning Career German-born William Wyler and his family emigrated to the US in 1921. His distinguished career spanned numerous genres over five decades, and he holds the record of receiving 12 Academy Award nominations for Best Director. (He won three of those, for Mrs. Miniver, The Best Years of Our Lives, and Ben-Hur.) In addition to making feature films, Wyler volunteered to serve in the US Army Air Force from 1942 to 1945, directing documentaries to help the war effort. We’ll examine his career, beginning as the youngest director at Universal Studios and ending with Funny Girl and The Liberation of L.B. Jones. Many clips from his greatest films will be shown. Wednesdays, November 11, 18 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Roger Godin, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: $5/2 classes

A Final Picture: The Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS & Its Implications for Earth Astronomers discovered the third interstellar comet (3I) known to man in July 2025 and named it after the discovering telescope, the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS). Discovered within Jupiter’s distance from the Sun, the comet reached its closest approach to Earth in December, passed Jupiter again in March 2026, and is now on its way to interstellar space — never to return. The scientific measurements made during this journey enabled the first comparison of a comet from another stellar system with comets from our own, a major advance in studies of the cosmos and of our own planetary system. Dr. Michael Mumma will present the principal results in simple terms and describe their significance. Thursday, November 19 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Michael Mumma, North Resident Cost: No charge 63

3I/ATLAS captured by Hubble Space Telescope, July 21, 2025

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Eight Decades of US Olympic Gold Medalists This is another presentation in the continuing series about the Olympic Games. “Taking home a gold” is the pinnacle achievement of any Olympic event. We’ll look across 20 Summer Olympiads to focus on six track-and-field gold medalists: Barney Ewell (a Lancastrian), Allyson Felix, Michael Johnson, Edwin Moses, Al Oerter, and Frank Shorter. Some won a single gold medal; others won multiple over several Olympiads. Some won gold medals in two ways — in individual events as well as in relay races. Wave the Olympic flag, and the American flag, and get set for a trip through some Olympic Summer Games history. Monday, November 16 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Conrad Stanitski, Visiting Scholar, Franklin & Marshall College Cost: No charge

Urban & the Chocolate King, Part 2: The Untold Story of C. Emlen Urban & Milton S. Hershey When Milton S. Hershey arrived in the village of Derry Church, Dauphin County, in March 1902, the area consisted of farm fields and scattered 19th century wood-frame structures. But Hershey envisioned something very different. Within 10 years, the man with a fourth-grade education and his architect, C. Emlen Urban, created an unrivaled utopian community and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of milk chocolate. What they accomplished in a single decade was nothing short of extraordinary. Learn how these two men transformed farmland into a living, breathing community, a modern “field of dreams.” Books will be available for purchase. Thursday, November 19 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Gregory Scott, FAIA, Partner Emeritus, RLPS Architects Cost: No charge

Video Documentary: The Treasures of Greece Journey to the ancient world of Greece and the Greek Isles, which offer an unparalleled journey into the birthplace of Western civilization. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Acropolis in Athens, the haunts of St. John on the island of Patmos, the sacred precincts of Delphi and Delos, the ancient city of Ephesus, and Olympia, where the Olympics began. Tour the whitewashed villages on the legendary islands of Santorini and Mykonos. This is a documentary tour accompanied by the traditional music and instruments of Greece. Friday, November 20 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Rob Fischer, Spring Run Resident Cost: No charge

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Ray Kroc

Saluting Old Dogs & New Tricks: Late Bloomers Who Became Successful Late in Life In 1534, The Boke of Husbandry cited the phrase “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” suggesting that it’s easier to teach new dogs new tricks. However, this is not always the case! It’s never too late to reach your goals. Many notable individuals, such as Ray Kroc, Julia Child, Noah Webster, Benjamin Franklin, and Grandma Moses, were late bloomers and reached impressive heights in their careers. One of the best examples is Vincent van Gogh, one of Western art’s most famous painters. His 2,100 artworks were mainly done during the last two years of his life. Come celebrate the lives of people who enjoyed success later in life — and gain new encouragement for achieving dreams in your own life, no matter your age. Tuesday, December 8 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $5

Remember: We’re Not Aging, We’re Re-Engaging! A Harmonious Event Beginning in the fall of 1961, a music show under the choral direction of Mitch Miller entered American homes via television sets. It featured a male chorus presenting old family standards along with songs from Broadway and Hollywood. The magic of the show was to invite the audience to sing along by displaying the songs’ lyrics on-screen. By May 1961, the broadcast had received over 20,000 positive letters and telegrams, ultimately resulting in 73 episodes and 19 Sing Along with Mitch phonograph albums. As the holiday season descends upon us, let’s turn back the hands of time, find our perfect pitch, and sing along with Mitch Miller. Wednesday, December 16 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Don Koones, PhD Cost: $5

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Apple Users Club at Willow Valley: Stay Connected. Keep Learning. The Apple Users Club at Willow Valley is a welcoming space for Apple enthusiasts. In this presentation, we’ll share the ways we collaborate with Residents to make the most of Apple’s hardware, software, and services. Our club offers informative meetings, Q&A sessions, hands-on workshops, one-on-one help, newsletters, technical troubleshooting support, and more. Plus, our website, AppleUsersWVC.club, provides a wealth of resources. Join our friendly community and learn from one another! Tuesday, September 8 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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iPhone Essentials for Beginners This three-workshop series introduces first-time iPhone owners to practical and confidence-building skills. Each hands-on workshop stands on its own, but together they build a solid foundation. While it is recommended that new iPhone owners join all three, it is not required. Register for each of your workshop choices separately on ERS.

Get Comfortable with Your iPhone: Know Your Device

Apps, Software Updates & Backups: Level Up Your Skills

In this session, we’ll guide you through the basics of navigating your iPhone, including swiping, tapping, and multitasking gestures. Learn how to organize and customize your Home Screen layout, adjust text size and display comfort settings for better readability, connect to a Wi-Fi network when visiting with family and friends, and use Airplane Mode.

Let’s explore a few key apps, such as Safari, Notes, and Tips. We’ll also discuss how to find and use your apps in App Library, switch between open apps, and quit and reopen an app. Finally, we’ll talk about the importance of up-to-date software and iPhone backups.

Saturday, September 12 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Saturday, September 26 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Stay Connected: Communicate with Confidence Learn more about iPhone calls: answering, declining, screening, and using the speaker; Contacts: adding, editing, and deleting; and Messages: texts, photos, and groups. Saturday, September 19 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Mac Essentials for Beginners Have a Mac but not quite sure where to start? You’re not alone — and help is here! Mac Essentials is a two-part hands-on workshop series designed especially for new or fairly new users of Mac computers. Attend one or both workshops; each one stands on its own.

Get Comfortable with Your Mac

Everyday Tasks on Your Mac

Let’s take a hands-on look at the device itself, exploring the Mac desktop, dock, menu bar, and Apple menu. You’ll learn some handy trackpad or mouse tricks, and we’ll also dive into keyboard skills, window and app navigation, basic settings, and how to personalize your Mac. Plus, we’ll show you how to find anything on your Mac in no time!

Let’s examine the fundamentals of Apple Accounts and iCloud, explore software updates, discover essential Mac applications, familiarize ourselves with Finder, maintain the optimal condition of our Macs, and acquire some basic troubleshooting techniques.

Saturday, September 12 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Saturday, September 19 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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The Apple Health App Essential information for iPhone and iPad users interested in utilizing the Apple Health app on their devices. The presentation covers various topics, including the Health Details and Medical ID screens, Health Checklist review, health data and trends, educational articles, data privacy, and the latest software updates. Attending this presentation is recommended before participating in workshops on using the health features of the Apple Watch. Monday, September 14 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

From Scribble to Stunning: Magic Drawing with Image Wand on iPad Turn simple sketches and text into beautiful images with just a tap and a swirl! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use Image Wand inside the Notes app to transform rough drawings into polished visuals. No artistic experience needed — just bring your curiosity and your iPad. Note: This feature only works on newer iPads with the latest update that includes Apple Intelligence, so it may not appear on older devices. The tool is only available within the Notes app. Choose one session. Session 1: Wednesday, September 16 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Session 2: Wednesday, September 23 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge

Apple Watch 101: Your Easy Guide to the Basics Learn more about your new Apple Watch in this hands-on workshop, including its key parts, essential features, gestures, charging, updating, and care. Health and Fitness features are covered in separate workshops. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch. Choose one session. Session 1: Tuesday, September 15 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Session 2: Wednesday, September 16 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Apple Photos App: Get Started with the Library An introduction to the essential features of the Photos Library, including how to navigate the main tabs; understand the difference between Library and Albums; view photos by days, months, and years; and use search tools to quickly find favorite people, places, or events. You’ll also learn how to mark favorites, delete unwanted images, find duplicates, and recover recently deleted photos. A helpful take-home handout will be provided. After the presentation, there will also be time for you to try out some of the features covered. Bring the Apple device appropriate for the session you attend. Thursday, September 17 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

iPhone Safety Features Walk through the iPhone’s emergency and safety features. Whether you slip on ice, have a medical issue, or need help in an unexpected situation, these settings can make it easier to get assistance quickly. Topics include important tools like Emergency SOS, Medical ID, location sharing, Messages’ Check In feature, crash detection, and more. A helpful take-home handout will be provided, and after the presentation, there will be time for hands-on practice with your iPhone. Wednesday, September 23 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Accessing Lancaster Public Library’s Resources & Services Through the Lancaster Public Library, you can access a host of free resources just by being a patron. The library’s physical collection amounts to over 100,000 items and includes hundreds of e-resources — not only the expected print titles but also local yearbooks, movies and TV shows, games, and so much more! Through the library’s digital resources, you can access books, movies, magazines, and databases, all from the comfort of your home. This session is designed to inform you of the many resources the library has and how to access them. You’ll also have an opportunity to secure a library card if you need one. Monday, September 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Matthew Bushong, Outreach Specialist, Lancaster Public Library Cost: No charge

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Apple Passwords App Tired of forgetting passwords or jotting them down on sticky notes? Or maybe you’re having trouble crafting passwords that are truly secure? Learn how to effectively use Apple’s Passwords app to securely manage and store your passwords across all your Apple devices. This hands-on session will cover key features such as creating, saving, and autofilling passwords. We’ll also explore how to organize your login credentials, securely share passwords with trusted individuals, and generate strong passwords with the app’s built-in password generator. Note: If you use a Windows computer in addition to your Apple mobile devices, consider using a cross-platform password manager such as Bitwarden or 1Password instead of Apple’s Passwords app. iPhone: Saturday, September 26 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. iPad & Mac: Saturday, October 3 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Still No Jitters! Getting More from ChatGPT In this follow-up to ChatGPT Without the Jitters, you’ll build on what you’ve already learned and discover how to get even better results with simple, clear prompts. We’ll also explore how to create fun and meaningful images just by describing what you’d like to see — no artistic skills required. If you’ve already tried ChatGPT and have a free or paid account, this class is for you! For the best experience, bringing a tablet or laptop (PC or Apple) is recommended. Wednesday, September 30 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge

Create & Express! Image Playground & Genmoji on iPad Learn how to create fun, personalized images and your very own Genmoji using your iPad. In this easy, step-bystep class, you’ll explore how to turn simple ideas into pictures and custom emojis you can use in messages, notes, and more — no artistic skills needed! Note: Before registering, make sure your iPad is updated to iPadOS 18 or later and confirm that the Image Playground app is available on your device. Download it from the App Store if needed. Choose one session. Session 1: Thursday, October 1 Session 2: Tuesday, October 13 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge 71

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Find My, Lost Mode & Stolen Device Protection for iPhone Learn how Apple’s built-in safety features can protect your iPhone — and the personal information on it — if it’s ever lost or stolen. We’ll explore Find My for locating a missing device, Lost Mode for locking it down remotely, and Stolen Device Protection, a newer feature that adds an extra security layer when your phone is somewhere unfamiliar. Knowing what these tools do, how to use them, and why setting them up now, before you ever need them, is one of the smartest things an iPhone owner can do. There will be no hands-on help during the presentation; however, a helpful take-home handout will be provided. Monday, October 5 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Apple Photos App: Navigate the Collections View

Health & Safety Features of the Apple Watch Learn to use the many health and safety features of the Apple Watch. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch to the workshop. Prerequisite: Basic familiarity with the iPhone/iPad Health app and how your Apple Watch works. Choose one session. Session 1: Tuesday, October 6 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Session 2: Wednesday, October 21 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Your iPhone is quietly organizing every photo you’ve ever taken — and the Collections view is the key to finding them without endless scrolling. This session explores Apple Photos’ modern Collections layout, helping you understand how your pictures are automatically organized into meaningful categories like Recent Days, Trips, People & Pets, Memories, and Featured Photos. We’ll also learn how to customize and reorder Collections tailored to your preferences. A helpful take-home handout will be provided. After the presentation, there will also be time for you to try out some of the features covered. Bring the Apple device appropriate for the session you attend. Wednesday, October 7 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Easy Dictation on Apple Devices

Getting Started with Apple Contacts

In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to enable dictation, speak naturally to create text, add punctuation by voice, and edit or format your words with simple commands. We’ll also cover tips for accuracy, privacy, and using dictation in apps like Notes, Messages, and Mail. Bring your iPhone, iPad, or MacBook.

Stay connected and organized with confidence in this beginner-friendly workshop on the Apple Contacts app. This hands-on session will introduce the basics of creating, editing, and organizing contacts on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. You’ll learn how to add phone numbers, email addresses, birthdays, and photos, and understand how contacts sync across Apple devices with iCloud. We’ll also explore helpful everyday features such as sharing contact information and blocking unwanted callers. Bring an Apple device.

Thursday, October 8 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Saturday, October 10 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Apple’s Calendar App for Beginners Stay organized and in control with this hands-on introduction to the essential features of Apple’s Calendar app. Learn to create appointments, schedule reminders, set recurring events, and keep track of important dates and appointments. We’ll cover how to navigate calendar views by day, week, month, and list; add event details like locations and alerts; and understand how iCloud keeps calendars updated across Apple devices. iPhone: Saturday, October 10 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. iPad & Mac: Tuesday, November 17 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Apple Watch Faces: Fun, Useful, Personal This hands-on session introduces participants to the wide variety of watch faces available and explains how to customize them for style, comfort, and convenience. Attendees will learn how to change watch faces, adjust colors and layouts, and add useful complications such as weather, calendar events, activity tracking, medications, and more. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch. Wednesday, October 14 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Protect Your Apple Account Learn practical steps to strengthen the security of your Apple Account. This presentation explains the essential tools and settings that help keep personal information, photos, messages, and devices safe from unauthorized access. Learn about strong passwords, two-factor authentication, trusted devices, account recovery options, recognizing common scams and phishing attempts, and the importance of keeping Apple devices updated. There will be no hands-on help during the presentation; however, a helpful take-home handout will be provided. Wednesday, October 14 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Lancaster Public Library Hands-On Tech Help Join Lancaster Public Library for help with all of your library-related tech needs. Having trouble with Hoopla or Libby on your Kindle? We can get that sorted out for you. Want to learn how to use specific Power Library or business databases? We can instruct you. Staff can even help with issues specific to your tablet, phone, or computer beyond basic library services. One-on-one support will be available during this session, and you’ll also have an opportunity to secure a library card if you need one. Bring your devices with you. Tuesday, October 13 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Matthew Bushong, Outreach Specialist, Lancaster Public Library Cost: No charge

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Apple’s Intelligence Tools for Everyday Writing With Apple Intelligence, you can use Writing Tools to proofread your work, create different versions of the same text to help you find the right wording and tone, summarize selected text, and compose content from scratch. Writing Tools are available in most places you write, including third-party apps and websites. We’ll explore how the optional ChatGPT integration can work alongside Apple Intelligence Writing Tools. Bring an Apple device that has the Apple Intelligence feature. Thursday, October 15 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Apple Photos App: Make Your Photos Easy to Find with Albums, Folders & Search This practical session introduces simple organization tools within Apple Photos that make it easier to sort, group, and quickly locate important pictures across Apple devices. You’ll learn the difference between albums and folders; how to create and organize albums for trips, family events, hobbies, and special occasions; and how folders can help keep larger collections neatly arranged. We’ll also explore Apple Photos’ powerful search tools for finding pictures by people, places, dates, pets, holidays, or everyday objects. A helpful take-home handout will be provided. After the presentation, there will also be time for you to try out some of the features covered. Bring the Apple device appropriate for the session you attend. Tuesday, October 20 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge 75

Apple Notes for Beginners Get started with one of Apple’s most useful everyday tools in this beginner-friendly hands-on workshop. You’ll be introduced to the basics of creating, organizing, and managing digital notes for shopping lists, reminders, personal records, travel details, everyday information, and more. Learn how to create new notes, format text, add checklists, organize notes into folders, and quickly search for saved information. Bring one of your Apple devices. Saturday October 17 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Apple Privacy & Security: Manage What You Share with Apps & People Using your Apple devices’ privacy and security features, you can manage your data shared with people and apps. This workshop focuses on safeguarding app access to your data, controlling app tracking and data sharing, and reviewing apps’ privacy practices. There will be no hands-on help during the presentation; however, a helpful take-home handout will be provided. Bring your iPhone or iPad. Wednesday, October 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Design & Delight! Image Playground and Genmoji on Your Mac

Willow Valley Computer Club’s Computer & Technology Support for Residents

Discover how to create unique images and custom Genmoji on your Mac. This beginner-friendly class will show you how to turn everyday ideas into creative visuals and personalized emojis you can share in emails, messages, and documents.

Come and hear how Willow Valley Computer Club’s volunteers can help you with any of your technology devices at the click of a button — free of charge! For over 20 years, the club’s technically proficient members have provided free education and help to any Resident. For a small lifetime-membership fee, Residents can also take old devices and cables to the Computer Club Technology Center (CCTC) for recycling. The CCTC also erases old laptops, phones, tablets, desktop computers, etc. to make them secure before recycling.

Note: Before registering, make sure your Mac laptop or desktop is updated to macOS Sequoia or later. Confirm that Image Playground is available on your Mac. If it’s not, download it for free from the App Store. Thursday, October 22 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge

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Thursday, October 22 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Cathy Thorn, Gables Resident Cost: No charge

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Use Apple Notes Like a Pro Take your note-taking and organization skills further in this hands-on workshop for those who already use Apple Notes and want to explore its more powerful features. Attendees will learn how to use tags and smart folders, collaborate and share notes with others, lock sensitive notes for added privacy, and work with attachments such as PDFs, links, photos, and handwritten notes. Bring one of your Apple devices. Saturday, October 24 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Canva Made Easy: Create Beautiful Designs in Minutes Discover how easy it is to create eye-catching cards, flyers, and more using Canva’s free tools. This beginner-friendly class will guide you stepby-step, no experience needed. You’ll leave with a finished design and the confidence to keep creating at home. To get the most out of class, please sign up for a free Canva account ahead of time. Bring your Canva username and password to class, along with a laptop if you have one (PC or Apple). A tablet will also work but may look slightly different. Also, Canva works best on the Chrome browser, so that is what will be used to demo in class. Monday, October 26 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge

Apple Pages for Publishing: Create Cards, Flyers & Newsletters on Your iPad Apple Calendar: Beyond the Basics This practical session explores powerful Calendar features that can improve organization, save time, and better manage a busy lifestyle. Participants will learn how to create multiple calendars for different areas of life, share calendars with family members, use travel time and location alerts, customize notifications, and more. iPhone: Saturday, October 24 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. iPad & Mac: Saturday, November 21 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Turn your everyday Pages skills into creative projects you can use right away. Learn how to use layout mode to create newsletters, greeting cards, flyers, and more, no design experience needed. With simple step-by-step guidance, you’ll leave with the confidence to create, print, and share your own polished designs. Registrants must have a working knowledge of using Apple Pages in word processing mode. Note: The class will use the recently updated version of Pages, distinguished by the dark orange Pages icon. Choose one session. Session 1: Wednesday, October 28 Session 2: Thursday, November 12 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Paula Sandridge, Lakes Resident Cost: No charge

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The World at Your Fingertips: Getting Started with Safari

Beyond Storage: Discover What iCloud+ Can Really Do

Safari is Apple’s built-in app for exploring the internet. In this friendly hands-on workshop, we’ll start from the very beginning. You’ll learn how to use Safari to find information, visit your favorite websites, go back and forth between pages, and navigate the web safely and confidently.

Are you paying Apple $.99 a month or more for extra storage? You may not realize it, but that means you have an iCloud+ subscription! In this presentation, we’ll explore the extra features and tools included with iCloud+, beyond simply extra storage. Topics will include iCloud Private Relay for safer web browsing, Hide My Email for reducing unwanted messages, custom email domains, Family sharing features, and Apple Invites. There will be no hands-on help during the presentation; however, a helpful take-home handout will be provided.

Saturday, October 31 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Monday, November 2 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Move More with the Apple Watch: Fitness Made Simple Learn to use the Apple Watch’s Activity and Workout apps. Track how much you move and stand, and learn how to start, end, and customize your workouts. Check your day’s progress on your Apple Watch, or check your entire history in the iPhone’s Fitness app. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch. Prerequisite: Familiarity with how your Apple Watch works. Tuesday, November 3 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Back Up, Back Up, Back Up “OH NO! My computer crashed, and all my documents and pictures are gone!” Don’t let this happen to you. Come to this presentation to learn how to protect your precious and irreplaceable information so you never experience this frustrating and stressful situation.

Anatomy of Scams: Don’t Be Scammed, Be Informed!

Tuesday, November 10 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Cathy Thorn, Gables Resident Cost: No charge

Have you ever thought about the impact that being scammed could have on your life? Hear from a Willow Valley Resident who experienced it. Learn ways to identify scams and how to avoid being a victim of one! This is a repeat of the June 30 presentation. Thursday, November 12 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Mary Ann Heltshe-Steinhauer, Manor Resident Cost: No charge

Mastering Folders & Files on Your iPad Learn to use the Files app on your iPad to organize documents by creating folders, renaming files, and tagging items for easy access. This hands-on session will also cover search techniques for quickly locating your files, marking folders as favorites for quick access, and customizing the appearance of folders with colors and icons. Best practices for organizing your folders and files will be shared. Bring your iPad. Monday, November 16 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Unlock Your iPhone’s Hidden Vision Tools Learn to customize your iPhone to support your vision preferences and/or challenges. Topics include using your iPhone’s camera as a magnifying glass; increasing text legibility; detecting people, objects, and scenes around you; having your device read text aloud; using dictation; and more as time permits. Bring your iPhone. Wednesday, November 18 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Considerations for Managing your Digital Legacy What happens to your online accounts, photos, documents, passwords, and personal information if you become unable to manage them yourself? In this presentation, we’ll explore important considerations for organizing and protecting your digital legacy. You’ll learn how to identify key digital assets, create a simple inventory of important accounts and devices, review options for sharing access with trusted family members or friends, and understand tools available through services from Apple, Meta, Microsoft, X, Yahoo, and other companies. We’ll also discuss password management, legacy contacts, subscription records, photos and documents preservation, and practical steps for leaving clear instructions for loved ones. A planning checklist of resources to help you navigate and organize your digital presence and assets will be provided. For users of any type of computer, smartphone, or tablet. Tuesday, November 17 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Find It Fast! Using Spotlight on Your Mac Discover how Apple’s Spotlight feature can help you work faster and find what you need in seconds on your Mac. We’ll explore how Spotlight can be used as a powerful everyday tool — not just for searching files but also for quickly opening apps, locating emails and photos, performing simple calculations and conversions, checking weather and definitions, finding contacts, and much more. There will be no hands-on help during the presentation; however, a helpful take-home handout will be provided. Wednesday, November 18 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Apple Contacts: Beyond the Basics This hands-on session will explore advanced features that help keep personal and professional information organized across your Apple devices. Learn how to create and manage contact lists, customize contact cards, eliminate duplicates, and improve organization with notes, custom fields, and profile photos. Saturday, November 21 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Mastering Folders & Files on Your iPhone The Files app is your digital filing cabinet on the iPhone. It’s a powerful tool for creating, organizing, and managing your documents and files in folders. This hands-on session will also cover search techniques for quickly locating your files, marking folders as favorites for quick access, and customizing the appearance of folders with colors and icons. Best practices for organizing your folders and files will be shared. Bring your iPhone. Tuesday, December 1 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Mastering Folders & Files on Your Mac Take control of your digital workspace! Learn how to organize, find, and manage files and folders on your Mac with ease. This hands-on session will cover the Finder window interface and its views, including sorting and grouping, creating and customizing folders, moving files, searching, tags, and best practices for organizing your folders and files. Bring your Mac laptop. Wednesday, December 2 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge 81

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Easy Backups with Time Machine Learn how to keep your Mac safely backed up with Apple’s Time Machine. We’ll cover how to set it up, run automatic backups, and restore files with ease — so you can protect your important information with confidence. Bring your Mac computer (and your external hard drive if you want to). Wednesday, December 2 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Getting Started with Apple Mail Discover the basics of using Apple’s built-in Mail app in this hands-on, beginner-focused workshop. We’ll explore the Mail app interface, read and send messages, compare Categories view and List view, use the Remind Me and Follow Up features, search for emails, and safely open attachments and links. We’ll also look at helpful features such as replying, forwarding, deleting unwanted messages, Cc and Bcc, adjusting notification settings, and more as time permits. Bring the appropriate device for your session. Saturday, December 5 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

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Using Spotlight on Your iPhone & iPad Spotlight is a built-in search feature on iPhone and iPad that helps users quickly locate various types of content on their devices. Learn how to quickly find installed applications and saved contacts; access content within apps like Mail and Messages, and even text in photos; and search for pages, images, and other content across the web and your device. Bring your iPhone or iPad. Tuesday, December 8 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cultural Center Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Android Phones: Information & Selected Demonstrations This presentation will begin with an overview of the Android operating system and how it affects you as a user. We’ll then discuss customizability, the cornerstone of the Android system. We’ll look at the “The Many Faces of Android,” which will feature a demonstration on the big screen of a few phones with different user interfaces or launchers. At the end of the session, time will be available for questions and answers. Wednesday, December 9 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Kiet Hong, IT Strategy Manager, Willow Valley Communities Cost: No charge

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Beyond the Inbox: Mastering Apple Mail

Take Your Safari Skills to the Next Level

Take your email skills to the next level in this hands-on workshop designed for those who are already comfortable with basic email tasks. Participants will learn how to create and manage custom mailboxes, use filters and search tools effectively, flag and categorize messages, schedule and undo sending, manage attachments, and set email privacy and security features, minimizing unwanted messages. Bring the appropriate device for your session.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll discover the powerful features built right into Safari that most people never use. Learn how to manage tabs and Tab Groups, customize Safari settings, organize bookmarks and Reading Lists, and review the privacy and security settings of Safari, Reader View, webpage translation, and more.

Saturday, December 12 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Saturday, December 19 iPhone: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. iPad & Mac: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spring Run Conference Room Presenter: Susan Culbertson, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Learning Opportunities The Apple Users Club at Willow Valley and the Willow Valley Computer Club offer Residents ongoing learning opportunities in the area of computers and technology. In addition to Renaissance offerings, they have informative monthly presentations, hands-on workshops, newsletters, and websites for Willow Valley Residents. For more information, visit each club’s listing on the Resident Intranet > Clubs & Activity Groups.

Need Computer Help? Visit the Resident Intranet > Clubs & Activity Groups > Computer Club. Then click the top link for Resident Help.

Teaching Opportunities Would you like to teach a class as part of our clubs’ continuing education? If so, please contact: Apple Topics Susan Culbertson (susan.culbertson@me.com) All Other Computer & Technology Topics Bill Skelly (whskelly@aol.com)

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Wellness Special Events

2026 HEALTH

& FITNESS

EXPO 2026 Health & Fitness Expo This fun-filled event encourages adults to engage in activities to improve and maintain their health. Residents will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of vendors and explore the latest health and wellness information, services, and products they have to offer. The day will also include entertainment, a diverse selection of local food trucks, and two engaging presentations. Thursday, September 10 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Upper Level

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Schedule of Events 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Informational Booths (Art Gallery, Ballroom, Education Room) 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Eagle Road Produce (Upper Level)

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Food Trucks: Grappling Crab Shack, The Pretzel Place (Upper Level) 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. I’ll Do the Remembering: A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s (Theater) Presenter: Ashley Campbell During his battle with Alzheimer’s, Glen Campbell’s daughter Ashley stayed with him, as a musician in his band and a caregiver at home. Today, she raises awareness of the disease, helps fight for a cure, and shares her family’s story in the hope of inspiring other families dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

11:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m.

Book Signing by Dr. James Smith (Theater Hallway) From Average to Awesome ($20) and The No Excuse Guide to Success ($15). Cash or check only.

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. This is Your NOW: Living with Purpose, Power & Possibility (Theater) Presenter: Dr. James Smith Drawing on lived experience, this talk affirms that purpose doesn’t expire with age and that every season of life offers opportunities for growth, contribution, and fulfillment. Explore how personal purpose, accountability, and power can transform your everyday life.

1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

WVC Tappers (Theater) Performing: On the Atchison, Topeka & the Santa Fe, All Shook Up, (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Le Freak, and Hallelujah I Love Her So

2:10 p.m. Door Prizes (Theater) You do not have to be present to win.

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WELLNESS SPECIAL EVENTS

Fall Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt The Fitness Team invites and challenges Residents and Team Members to venture outdoors on a two-week quest to locate 12 hidden pumpkins around the Manor and Lakes Campuses. Each pumpkin will have a letter displayed on it. You will record the letter on your clue sheet. The Fitness Team is partnering with the Environmental Interest Group of Residents. So, you will find a large-text placard with each pumpkin to help you discover and learn about sustainability features, including some implemented as part of our 2023 Green Master Plan and others related to infrastructure. Completed clue sheets must be submitted by Wednesday, the day after each hunt ends. Participants will be entered in a random drawing for a prize! Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations for Clue Sheets Manor | North | Lakes | Spring Run Main Lobbies The Clubhouse | Cultural Center Fitness Center Week 1: Thursday, October 8 – Tuesday, October 13 Manor Campus Week 2: Thursday, October 15 – Tuesday, October 20 Lakes Campus

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First Day of Autum Hike As we begin a new season, meet in the native wildflower meadow. There will still be flowers blooming and insects and birds flying around for us to enjoy and learn about. It will be a nice time to see the change of season starting to take place.

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Educational Walks & Hikes

Choose one hike. Wednesday, September 23 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Park at the Muhlenberg Parking Area (548 Golf Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Reptiles & Amphibians of Willow Valley Hike While Willow Valley is a developed suburban campus, there is still habitat for a variety of reptiles and amphibians. This hike will explore some of those habitats. We’ll start at Chautauqua Hall and hike the paved loop around the pond. We’ll discuss the natural histories of the reptiles and amphibians we encounter, which may include red-eared sliders, snapping turtles, garter snakes, skinks, American toads, and others. We never know who we may meet! Wednesday, September 16 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Meet at Chautauqua Hall Leader: Keith Williams, VP of Engagement & Education, Lancaster Conservancy Cost: No charge

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Fall Wildflowers Hike The Clark Nature Preserve contains incredible meadow ecosystems. They burst with color and beauty in the fall as fall-blooming wildflowers come into peak color. This 1-mile hike on a universally accessible trail (smooth surface for walkers and wheelchairs, mostly flat with a few short sections that exceed 5% grade) will explore some of the fall-blooming wildflowers found on Lancaster Conservancy preserves. It will discuss their ecological importance and what we can do to protect their beauty, diversity, and ecological function. Friday, October 9 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at Clark Nature Preserve (400 House Rock Rd, Pequea, PA 17565) Leader: Keith Williams, VP of Engagement & Education, Lancaster Conservancy Cost: No charge 88

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Fall Foliage Forays

Campfire, Carols & Cookies

In this series of fall forays, explore the outside seasonal changes on the Willow Valley campus and at Lancaster County Central Park. Come to all or pick and choose. The flowers will be going to seed, leaves will be changing colors, tree seeds will be falling, and the temperature will be cool and comfortable. We will learn about and see different things at each program.

Start the holiday season off with a little cheer around the campfire, sipping hot chocolate, munching on a few Christmas cookies, and singing your favorite Christmas carols.

Choose one hike. Thursday, October 15 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at the Cultural Center Lower Level Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Choose one hike. Wednesday, October 28 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at the gravel lot located at the intersection of Farm View Dr and City View Dr (580 E Farm View Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Choose one hike. Friday, November 13 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at Pavilion 11 (733 Williamson Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Tuesday, December 1 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Meet at the Environmental Center (1 Nature’s Way, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Owl Prowl Take a walk in the park after dark to go looking and listening for owls. We’ll safely walk through their habitat in the woods and fields. Hopefully they’ll talk to us and let us see them. If not, there will be other animals and the night sky to learn about and enjoy. Tuesday, December 8 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Meet at the Environmental Center (1 Nature’s Way, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

Winter Solstice Hike On this first day of winter, see the beauty of the season throughout the park, including a variety of pine trees, animal signs, and the changes in nature that happen at this time of the year. Choose one hike. Monday, December 21 Hike 1: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hike 2: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet at Pavilion 32 (51 N Ledwith Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602) Leader: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

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Wellness Education Classes

Damsels & Dragons … Flies That Is!

Common Reptiles & Amphibians in Lancaster County Reptiles and amphibians are secretive, so we don’t know them very well, but they’re common and abundant among us. They’re also beautiful and ecologically important! This lecture will explore the natural histories of some of the most common frogs, toads, salamanders, turtles, and snakes in our region, their ecological roles, how to find and see them in the wild, threats to their continued existence, and successes in their conservation. Tuesday, September 8 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Leader: Keith Williams, VP of Engagement & Education, Lancaster Conservancy Cost: No charge

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Discover the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies in this engaging, educational presentation led by naturalist Tony “Doc” Schoch. These remarkable insects, collectively known as Odonata, are not only beautiful and ancient but also important indicators of ecosystem health. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, photographer, or simply curious about the world just beyond your doorstep, this talk offers a compelling look at these aerial predators, their life cycles and behaviors, and where to find them. Doc brings decades of experience as an environmental educator, volunteer naturalist, and founder of the Berks Odonata Survey, an ongoing project documenting dragonflies and damselflies across the region. Recently relocated back to Pennsylvania, he’s begun cataloging Odonata throughout Lancaster County, sharing fresh observations and local insights. Monday, September 28 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Tony Schoch, Retired Educator, Citizen Scientist Cost: No charge

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Undiscovered Country: The Science Behind End-of-Life Healthcare In this presentation, Dr. David E. Cowall explores end-of-life healthcare. Beginning with Dame Cicely Saunders’s pioneering hospice movement, he covers the Medicare Hospice Benefit and its eligibility criteria, explains why hospice patients often live longer, and reviews leading causes of death. Key themes include what dying patients want — dignity, peace, family, and freedom from suffering — versus systemic barriers like futile care, clinician discomfort with palliative transitions, and financial pressure favoring aggressive treatment. This talk traces the dying process through its stages, from early withdrawal to imminent death, and closes with the “tasks of the dying”: forgiveness, love, and goodbye. Thursday, September 24 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. David E. Cowall, SouthPointe Resident Cost: No charge

Heartsaver Adult CPR/AED Course The American Heart Association’s Heartsaver courses are designed for anyone interested in learning CPR. In this class, you’ll be asked to practice and demonstrate important skills. If you complete all requirements and demonstrate the skills correctly, you’ll receive a course completion card, valid for two years. Please note, in almost all situations, kneeling beside the person while performing CPR is crucial to ensure that effective chest compressions are used. However, the AHA recognizes that some individuals may have difficulty kneeling and need accommodation, such as standing while they practice during class. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Choose one. Session 1: Tuesday, September 29 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Session 2: Tuesday, September 29 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Session 3: Tuesday, November 24 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Session 4: Tuesday, November 24 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Meadow Ridge Auditorium (Ground Floor) Presenter: Dianne Ryan, Certified BLS Instructor Cost: $75/person

Mighty Animals That Migrate Journey through the life cycle of local migratory animals. Insects, mammals, fish, and others will be on the move this fall, and they might surprise you with their travel stories and destinations. Monday, September 28 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

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Fall Wildflowers Spring wildflowers get all the attention, but there’s incredible beauty in our late summer and fall fields and forests. Explore some of the fall-blooming wildflowers found on Lancaster Conservancy preserves. Learn about their ecological importance and what we can do to protect their beauty, diversity, and ecological function. Thursday, October 8 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Leader: Keith Williams, VP of Engagement & Education, Lancaster Conservancy Cost: No charge

Discover the Art of Fencing: A Sport of Strategy & Skill Have you ever watched competitive fencing and wondered what was happening? Are you curious about how this fast-paced Olympic sport works? This is your chance to step into the world of fencing! We’ll explore the three types of fencing weapons — foil, épée, and sabre — and their unique rules and target areas. You’ll learn the essentials, from the on-guard stance to movements like the advance, retreat, lunge, and the fundamental attacks and parries. We’ll also uncover how fencing differs from theatrical sword fighting and why it’s often called physical chess. In this interactive session, you’ll get hands-on experience with footwork drills and learn how to hold a foil, extend your arm to strike a target, parry to block attacks, and counterattack with precision. Whether you’re looking for a fun challenge or a deeper appreciation for this elegant sport, you’re in for an engaging and informative experience! Tuesday, October 13 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center Instructors: Tony Poulos, Spring Run Resident; Bryan Huber, Lead Clubhouse Attendant Cost: No charge

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A New Era in Macular Degeneration Treatment Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in older adults, affecting millions of Americans each year. This presentation is designed to provide a clear, practical understanding of modern AMD management and the exciting advancements now available in eye care. Jonathan Andrews, OD, will discuss the evolution of AMD care, including how our understanding of the disease has changed over time and how major advances have transformed treatment options. Attendees will learn the differences between dry and wet macular degeneration, common symptoms to watch for, modern diagnostic technologies, and the importance of early detection in preserving vision and quality of life. The talk will also explore today’s newest treatment options for dry AMD, including the emergence of Medicare-covered photo biomodulation therapy with the Valeda Light Delivery System. Dr. Andrews will explain how this non-invasive light-based treatment works, which patients may benefit most, and how new technologies are changing the future of retinal care. Thursday, October 29 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Theater Presenter: Dr. Jonathan D. Andrews, Optometric Associates Cost: No charge

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AARP Safe Driving Refresher

AARP Safe Driving

This course is for people who’ve completed the eight-hour Safe Driving class, or have taken a Refresher course within the past three years. The course fulfills the requirements for a continuing auto insurance discount. Participants MUST bring evidence of previous course completion and a driver’s license to receive the certificate.

This is the largest driving refresher course for those age 50 and older, helping millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads. Divided into two sessions, this eight-hour course gives you practical techniques to compensate for the changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time that are part of the normal aging process. After taking this course you may also be eligible for an auto insurance discount (check with your insurance carrier for details).

Monday, November 16 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Sharon Verkuilen, AARP Instructor Cost: $25 ($20 with valid AARP card)

Tuesday, Wednesday, December 1, 2 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Instructor: Sharon Verkuilen, AARP Instructor Cost: $25 ($20 with valid AARP card)

Owls & Their Pellets Owls are at the top of the food chain. We’ll discover their unique adaptations that put them there. The program will conclude with taking a close look at what owls eat for dinner. Naturalist Lisa Sanchez will provide owl pellets, the regurgitated, undigested parts of an owl’s food, which will be opened and examined. Monday, November 16 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge

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Helping Those Who Hurt: How a Lancaster Veteran Helps Vets in Need Few Americans can understand how the memories and scars of war often last a lifetime — and how they can tragically affect the everyday lives of the many ex-warriors among us. This presentation shows how sharing one’s inner self through poetry, songwriting, and storytelling can bring new self-assurance and peace to veterans in need. Our presenter is Scott Hower, a Lancaster veteran who founded WriteFace, a nonprofit that provides free creative classes to veterans and their families and caregivers. He’ll offer his insight into PTSD and suggest ways you or those you know can address it. He’ll also explain how he uses the self-discovery of interactive workshops to assist thousands in regaining their lives. Plus, we’re pleased to announce that several of Scott’s WriteFace students will be present to share their own personal stories. This event is sponsored by the Veterans Council. Thursday, November 19 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Scott Hower, Veteran, Founder of WriteFace Cost: No charge

Trees in Winter Winter is a great time of year to learn about the different kinds of evergreen trees growing in our area. You’ll learn to recognize them by their shape, needles, cones, smells, and other characteristics. Even the trees that have lost their leaves are beautiful and fun to learn about in winter. We’ll explore ways to identify these trees without using the leaves. Monday, December 14 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Cultural Center Education Room Presenter: Lisa Sanchez, Senior Park Naturalist, Lancaster County Parks Cost: No charge 95

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Support Groups

Memory Care Support Group Provides support to care partners and family members whose loved ones have memory loss. For more information, contact Mary Schreiber at 717.314.4105.

LGBTQ+ Family & Friends A safe place to provide support and exchange ideas for the LGBTQ+ community and those who want to learn more. All Residents are welcome. For more information, contact Lynn Andrews at lynn.andrews62@gmail.com or Taylor Blackwell at 717.464.8421.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Provides support, exchange of ideas, and learning opportunities for those diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. For more information, contact Rita Lieb at 610.858.0028.

Loss Support Group

New Resident Discussion Group

Provides support for those who are coping with the loss of a spouse, companion, child, neighbor, friend, or other loved one.

Provides opportunities to discuss the ins and outs of settling into life at Willow Valley Communities. Share your successes and challenges as we talk about the various aspects of your transition here.

For more information, contact Stephanie Savitch at 717.464.6788 or Jenelle Sauder at 717.464.6121.

For more information, contact Barry Sipe at 717.464.8482.

Low Vision Support Group

Parkinson’s Support Group

Provides an opportunity for discussion with others who have vision impairment.

Provides support to those diagnosed with Parkinson’s, their caregivers, and loved ones.

For more information, contact Hannah Kreider at 717.464.7608.

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Fitness Classes

Tap Classes

Advanced Beginner Tap Class

All tap classes are progressive classes. It is important to attend the classes from the beginning to be able to learn the steps of the dances. Registration is required, and walk-ins are not encouraged.

Designed for the beginner who has the basics down but wants to improve their skills. Learn new steps!

Questions? Contact Carol Still at 717.872.7811.

Sit And Tap Class S.A.T.-isfy your exercise needs as you learn the basic tap steps while seated in a chair. Those who use a walker or wheelchair may also participate. Tap shoes are recommended but not necessary. If you do not have tap shoes, a hard-soled shoe is recommended. All exercises are done to music. Mondays, September 21 – December 7 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge

Wednesdays, September 23 – December 9 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge

Intermediate Tap Class Designed for the advanced beginner who has the basics down but wants to be challenged and learn more intricate steps. Wednesdays, September 23 – December 9 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge

Beginner Tap Class Designed for those who have never tapped before or have not danced for several years. Learn the basics. Mondays, September 21 – December 7 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge

Advanced Tap Class Learn steps to combine in dance routines. This group prepares dances for various performances throughout the year. It’s great for the mind and body. Tuesdays, September 22 – December 8 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Instructor: Carol Still, Professional Instructor Cost: No charge 97

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Fitness Specialty Classes The Fitness Team provides special classes throughout the year that give Residents and Team Members the opportunity to try new and innovative activities that appeal to their abilities and desires. More information may be found on the Resident Intranet, bulletin boards, and the Weekly Insider.

Zumba Zumba is an interval-style dance fitness party that combines low-intensity and high-intensity moves. You’ll burn lots of calories as you move to the rhythm with Latin-inspired dance moves. Zumba isn’t just great for cardiovascular health; you’ll also tone your muscles and improve balance and flexibility. Healthy intermediate exercisers are welcome. Wednesdays, through September 30 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Les Mills BODYPUMP Spinning Take a ride from the shoreline to the hills in this journey designed to provide you with the optimum in fat burning and strength building. This ride will simulate varied terrain as you tackle rolling hills, sprints, and other drills to give you a great interval workout. Classes are held monthly in 4- or 5-week sessions. Tuesdays & Thursdays, September – December 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Cost: $40/4-week session, $50/5-week session Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Registration: Call the Fitness Center at 717.464.6434

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BODYPUMP is a scientifically backed barbell workout using light-to-moderate weights and high reps to build strength and get you fit — fast. Using a Les Mills SMARTBAR and STEP, you’ll work all your major muscles as you increase aerobic fitness and build strength. The encouragement, motivation, and great music you get in a BODYPUMP class will leave you feeling energized, confident, and powerful. Classes are held monthly, in 4- or 5-week sessions. Wednesdays & Fridays 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Cost: $40/4-week session, $50/5-week session Cultural Center Aerobics Studio Registration: Call the Fitness Center at 717.464.6434

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RESET: Functional Exercises & Meditation Join this class for functional exercises to improve strength, stretching to improve flexibility, and meditation to improve your overall well-being and mind. Exercises will be performed seated. Fridays, October 9 – November 20 8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

RESET: Balance & Meditation Join us for a light warm-up, balance exercises to improve stability, stretches to improve flexibility, and meditation to improve your mind. Exercises will be done standing and sitting. Fridays, December 4 – January 22 8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Manor Courtyard

Strength in Motion This functional fitness class focuses on the everyday movements you use in real life, such as lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, getting up and down, and balancing. Designed to help you feel stronger, steadier, and more capable, each session combines strength training, mobility work, and low-impact conditioning to improve how your body performs and reduce your risk of injury. The class will enhance your posture, mobility, stability, and overall strength while building better movement habits, confidence, energy, and long-term physical resilience. Wednesdays, September 30 – November 4 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

Targeted Toning This is a moderate-intensity class geared for healthy intermediate exercisers. Each class tones a specific muscle group and guarantees you will see and feel results. Wednesdays, October 7 – December 30 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Foundation of Coordination This purposeful, technique-driven class is designed to elevate the quality of every movement you make, with emphasis on: •

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Intentional movement patterns to enhance every performance and athletic ability

Learn how to move with accuracy, rhythm, and confidence. This class will help you build a strong movement foundation so you can train smarter, move better, and feel more in control of your body. Ideal for all fitness levels. Wednesdays, November 25 – December 30 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

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Ongoing Classes These classes are free, and you do not need to register. A variety of classes are also available at our Manor and North Communities. Call the Cultural Center Fitness Center for details at 717.464.6434.

Fitness Fusion Keep your workout fun and interesting with this class that fuses two exercise formats into one. Move through aerobic and strength-training exercises to achieve maximum fitness results. Healthy beginners and intermediate-level exercisers are encouraged to participate. Mondays 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

ExerStretch Start your day with this low-impact class designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic fitness. Both standing and seated exercises are included, and relaxation and breathing techniques may be incorporated. We especially welcome beginners. Mondays & Fridays 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. North Auditorium

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Yoga This class uses movement in the form of static and dynamic poses to increase energy, improve flexibility, and strengthen and create balance throughout the entire body. Regular yoga practice increases body awareness, relaxes the mind, and improves stamina. Poses are performed lying, kneeling, sitting, and standing. Previous yoga experience is not required. Mondays & Wednesdays 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Chair Yoga Gentle movement with the breath. This 45-minute session aims to calm the mind and will increase strength and range of motion. Based on Vinyasa Yoga, where breath is in service to movement, we will move into poses similar to what has been practiced for many generations to help maintain good health and well-being. Please note: The second Wednesday of each month, class will be held in the Cultural Center Ballroom. Mondays & Wednesdays 1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Manor Auditorium

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Mat Pilates Incorporating the 34 mat exercises created by Joseph H. Pilates, this flowing Pilates class emphasizes proper breath control and form to improve muscle imbalances and limited flexibility.

Beginner Mat Pilates Pilates exercises are mindful movements taught with precision and control to strengthen ligaments and joints, lengthen muscles, and improve posture and balance. This basic class teaches exercises to strengthen abdominal and back muscles and improve pelvic stability. Mondays 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Wednesdays 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Sitting Pilates (Chair or Stability Ball) This bone-density-friendly way to learn the Pilates method helps you to engage your core, align your spine, increase muscle development, and ease movement. Exercises will be performed on a chair or stability ball. Fridays 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

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Basic Tai Chi Basic Tai Chi skills will be covered, including philosophical concepts and specific strategies for improved balance and mastering “relaxation.” The goal of this introductory class is to give you the confidence to continue your studies in our ongoing Tai Chi class. Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Tai Chi The smooth, graceful movements of Tai Chi are achieved through relaxation and mindfulness. This class includes a set of gentle Qigong movements for warm-up, and you will learn a Tai Chi “form” consisting of choreographed movements. Benefits include better balance, an improved immune system, and a calmer state of mind. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

Qigong for Wellness Come experience an ancient movement therapy called Qigong. Therapeutic Qigong has been proven to help balance, flexibility, and strength. Classes include energy exercises, self-acupressure, and mindfulness. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Cultural Center Aerobics Studio

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TRX Functional Flexibility Training TRX is a form of suspension training that uses body weight exercises to develop strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability simultaneously. This class welcomes all fitness levels. Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

Muscle Moves Use free weights, bands, core balls, and/or body bars to strengthen your muscles. Focusing on the upper body, lower body, and muscles of the core, this class will challenge your muscular strength and endurance. Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

Core Power This class focuses on improving the strength and flexibility of your core, including the abdominals, lower back, glutes, and hips. Exercises will be performed lying, kneeling, and standing. This class is appropriate for healthy beginners and intermediatelevel exercisers. Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. The Clubhouse Sports Center

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A Q U AT I C S C L A S S E S

Aquatics Classes

Water Volleyball

Arthritis Aquatics

This class is perfect for those looking for an energized, fun, competitive game of water volleyball.

Enjoy the warm water of the Therapy Pool! This class leads participants through a series of exercises specifically designed to help improve joint mobility. Open to people with all forms of arthritis and all levels of fitness.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. North Pool

Aquacize Exercising in the water decreases stress on your joints. Improve your cardiovascular fitness and strength with this moderate-to-high intensity workout for the whole body. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

Deep Water Volleyball Enjoy a great game of water volleyball — using a beach ball — with the extra challenge of the deep water pool. Flotation belts are provided. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Cultural Center Therapy Pool

Joints in Motion This low-impact, low-to-medium-intensity class provides aerobic fitness, overall body toning, and a stretching workout to keep your body strong and limber. Great for healthy beginners! Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Cultural Center Therapy Pool

Deep Water Aerobics This moderate-to-high intensity class improves cardiovascular and muscular endurance by using the resistance of the water to enhance the intensity of your workout. Flotation belts are provided. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Cultural Center Main Pool

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13 – Oct 5 Art Gallery: Willow Valley Painting Circle 21

4-Week Beginner Watercolor . . . (Session 2) 26

Intermediate Colored Pencil Class 27

Stay Connected: Communicate with . . . 67

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Everyday Tasks on Your Mac 68

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 1) 25

Why Do People Do What They Do… 42

Stars at the Break of Day 11

Accessing Lancaster Public Library’s… 70

Stars at the Break of Day 11

Sit And Tap Class 97

Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World… 41

Beginner Tap Class 97

Apple Users Club at Willow Valley: Stay… 66

Coffee & A Story 16

Common Reptiles & Amphibians in… 90

Autumn Leaf Mosaic 27

Health & Fitness Expo 85

Our Past Comes Alive . . . Benton, Curry, . . . 51

Beginner Bridge Lessons 48

Classic Story Puzzles 49

Get Comfortable with Your iPhone: Know… 67

Advanced Tap Class 97

Get Comfortable with Your Mac 68

Alcohol Ink Note Cards 28

Boho Dried-Flower Wall Hanging 26

Clowning Around 46

Socrates Café: Emotional Intelligence 40

Finding Trustworthy News Online 50

The Apple Health App 69

iPhone Safety Features 70

Apple Watch 101…the Basics (Session 1) 69

…Magic Drawing with Image Wand on iPad 69

Khatia Buniatishvili Plays Liszt, Chopin… 13

First Day of Autum Hike 88

Needle Felted Leaves 26

Advanced Beginner Tap Class 97

World War I, the Depression, World War II… 48

Intermediate Tap Class 97

Apple Watch 101…the Basics (Session 2) 69

Eternal Egypt: From King Tut to the Arab… 50

…Magic Drawing with Image Wand on iPad 69

…The Science Behind End-of-Life Healthcare 91

Reptiles & Amphibians of Willow Valley Hike 88

…The Early Years of Our Automotive Culture 17

4-Week Beginner Watercolor ... (Session 1) 26

Classy & Jazzy Car Show 17

Beyond Basics Acrylic Class 27

Apps, Software Updates & Backups: Level … 67

The Romantic Rhine River 37

Apple Passwords App (iPhone) 71

Apple Photos…Get Started with the Library 70

Arts in the Morning 53

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? German II 49

Mighty Animals That Migrate 91

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? German I 49

Damsels & Dragons…Flies That Is! 90

Artists Reception: Willow Valley Painting Circle 21

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Heartsaver Adult CPR/AED Course 91

Patterned Ceramic Handled Tray 30

Your Next Chapter Begins with Your Story 18

…Hollywood Legend: Elizabeth Taylor 57

Art Nouveau Poppy Workshop 28

Poets of Note:Three Poets Who Changed… 57

Coffee & A Story 16

Easy Dictation on Apple Devices 73

Ghosty Tea Lights 28

Fall Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt (Week 1) 87

Huggins Zentangle 29

Fall Wildflowers

Who Were Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia… 54

Wonderkids 38

Instagram 101 53

Fall Wildflowers Hike

Still No Jitters! Getting More from ChatGPT 71

RESET: Functional Exercises & Meditation 99

Strength in Motion 99

Getting Started with Apple Contacts 73

Apple's Calendar App for Beginners (iPhone) 73

OCTOBER Pg.

Socrates Café: Integrity 40

The Doo-Wah Riders 6

Trials of a Courtroom Judge 47

…Image Playground & Genmoji on iPad 71

US Engagement of Africa 41

Exhibition On Screen: James McNeill Whistler 14

Lancaster Public Library Hands-On Tech Help 74

Apple Passwords App (iPad & Mac) 71

…Image Playground & Genmoji on iPad 71

Mosaic Pumpkin 29

Discover the Art of Fencing… 92

A Trio of Game-Changing Icons 54

Radio Recall 7

Future of Local News 55

Mid-Century Modern Shape Gelli Printing 30

Find My, Lost Mode & Stolen Device … 72

Apple Watch Faces: Fun, Useful, Personal 74

6 – Nov 19 Art Gallery: Kristin Witbeck Lee 23

Protect Your Apple Account 74

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 2) 25

Paint Like a Master Artist: Gustav Klimt… 31

Tips,Tricks & Techniques to Better Art 29

…Reconstructing America’s Story 43

2026 US Supreme Court Review 55

I Need a Career Change ... But I’m Only 2… 58

Two Additional American Disasters 56

Apple’s Intelligence Tools for Everyday Writing 75

Health & Safety Features of the Apple Watch 72

Fall Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt (Week 2) 87

Coffee & A Story 16

Fall Foliage Forays 89

Zentangle: 6" x 6" Piece 30

Video Documentary: Lancaster County

Revolutionary Lancaster 56

Apple Notes for Beginners 75

Apple Photos App: Navigate the Collections . . .72

Coffee & A Story 16

Targeted Toning 99

Original Art Nouveau Design 31

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Sweet Treats: Some Candy Bars… 59

Organic Garden, Zentangle Style 33

3-Day Quilling Workshop: Wreath 32

Move More with the Apple Watch: Fitness… 78

…George Caleb Bingham (1811–1879) 59

Holiday Bazaar & Artisan Showcase 19

Viking Vendetta:The Story Behind the Story 61

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 3) 25

Apple Photos App…Albums, Folders & . . . 75

Socrates Café: Misinformation 40

Late-Night Guru: Johnny Carson 60

Willow Street, PA: A History 62

…Frank Sinatra &…Lyricist Sammy Cahn 60

Facebook 101 63

Health & Safety Features of the Apple Watch 72

Future of Human Rights & International Law 41

…Manage What You Share with Apps & . . . 76

Back Up, Back Up, Back Up 79

…Computer & Technology Support for… 76

A Salute to Veterans 20

…Image Playground & Genmoji on Mac 76

Needle Felted Gingerbread Gift Tags 33

Basic Colored Pencil Class 32

William Wyler & His Amazing… 63

Bridge in the 21st Century, Part 5 61

A Band Called Honalee 9

Use Apple Notes Like a Pro 77

Gelli Joy: Holiday Brayer Printing 34

Apple Calendar: Beyond the Basics (iPhone) 77

…Cards, Flyers & Newsletters on Your iPad 77

What Makes a Great Jewish Leader… 44

Anatomy of Scams: Don’t Be Scammed… 79

Arts in the Morning 53

Fall Foliage Forays 89

Canva Made Easy: Create Beautiful Designs… 77

Eight Decades of US Olympic Gold Medalists 64

CelloVoci 8

Mastering Folders & Files on Your iPad 79

Stamped Clay Diffusers 33

AARP Safe Driving Refresher 94

Visit 10 of the Most Haunted Areas in the US 38

Owls & Their Pellets 94

…Cards, Flyers & Newsletters on Your iPad 77

Wire Tree Sculpture 34

Fall Foliage Forays 89

Movie: Hamnet 39

Third Annual Mah-Jongg Marathon! 61

Semester at Sea 47

Saints, Spooks & Sweets: . . . Halloween 62

Apple's Calendar App for . . . (iPad & Mac) 73

A New Era in Macular Degeneration . . . 93

…Managing your Digital Legacy 80

31 …Getting Started with Safari 78

Riccardo Chailly Conducts Prokofiev…

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Coffee & A Story 16

Unlock Your iPhone’s Hidden Vision Tools 79

American Classics 62

Find It Fast! Using Spotlight on Your Mac 80

Beyond Storage…What iCloud+ Can . . . 78

2-Day Watercolor Workshop: It’s Cold . . . 35

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…The Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS and Its… 63

Cultural Center Chorale 11

Urban & the Chocolate King, Part 2… 64

Beyond the Inbox: Mastering Apple Mail 84

Helping Those Who Hurt: How a Lancaster… 95

Socrates Café: Medical Industry vs. Health 40

20 – Jan 6 Art Gallery: Henry Coe 24

Trees in Winter 95

Video Documentary: The Treasures of Greece 64

Vasily Petrenko Conducts Beethoven… 15

Apple Calendar: Beyond...Basics (iPad & Mac) 77

Mixed-Media Open Studio (Session 4) 25

Apple Contacts: Beyond the Basics 81

Remember: We’re Not Aging, We’re… 65

The Thanksgiving Dilemma: Reevaluating… 44

Bridget & Friends 12

Arts in the Morning 53

Take Your Safari Skills to the Next Level 84

Heartsaver Adult CPR/AED Course 91

Jim Curry: A Rocky Mountain Christmas 10

Foundation of Coordination 99

Winter Solstice Hike 89

Coffee & A Story 16

DECEMBER Pg.

The Ballets of Tchaikovsky 38

Glass Blown Ornament or Snowman 35

Arts in the Morning 53

Mastering Folders & Files on Your iPhone 81

Mastering the Brush 36

Campfire, Carols & Cookies

AARP Safe Driving 94

3-Day Watercolor Workshop 36

Mastering Folders & Files on Your Mac 81

Easy Backups with Time Machine 82

RESET: Balance & Meditation 99

Getting Started with Apple Mail 82

Coffee & A Story 16

How Music Shapes the Brain 45

Exhibition On Screen: Frida Kahlo 15

Saluting Old Dogs & New Tricks: Late… 65

Using Spotlight on Your iPhone & iPad 83

Owl Prowl 89

Cultural Center Chorale 11

Android Phones: Information & Selected… 83

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Event Registration Instructions Please follow the steps below to register electronically. Log In from Your  To Home Computer

 Go to Resident.WillowValley.org lick on Event Registration (ERS). C ype username and password. T

(Do not use spaces or punctuation.)

 Click on Login.  Click on the Renaissance tab at the top of the page.

 To Log In from a Kiosk

 I f kiosk Home page (the screen

with images) is not showing, double-click on the WVC Event Registration icon in the upper-left corner of the Willow Valley logo screen OR on the little house icon near the top of the browser screen.

 Click on Event Registration (ERS). ype username and password. T

(Do not use spaces or punctuation.)

 Click on Login. lick on the Renaissance tab C at the top of the page.

 Need Computer Help?

Refer to the Get Help section of the Computer Club’s website: WVComputerClub.org

 Need Help with Event Registration?

The Computer Club has a Get Help link on its website for the names of contacts in each community for assistance. Visit: WVComputerClub.org

FITNESS & AQUATICS CLASSES AT A GLANCE MONDAYS 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. 1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

ExerStretch Water Volleyball Aquacize Fitness Fusion Deep Water Volleyball Arthritis Aquatics Yoga Beginner Mat Pilates Chair Yoga

Pg. 100 104 104 100 104 104 100 101 100

TUESDAYS 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Deep Water Aerobics Basic Tai Chi Muscle Moves Joints in Motion Tai Chi Arthritis Aquatics Qigong for Wellness

104 102 103 104 102 104 102

WEDNESDAYS 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. 1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Water Volleyball Aquacize Deep Water Volleyball Arthritis Aquatics Yoga Mat Pilates Chair Yoga

104 104 104 104 100 101 100

THURSDAYS 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Deep Water Aerobics TRX Functional Flexibility Training Joints in Motion Tai Chi Arthritis Aquatics Qigong for Wellness

104 103 104 102 104 102

FRIDAYS 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

ExerStretch 100 Water Volleyball 104 Aquacize 104 Core Power 103 Deep Water Volleyball 104 Arthritis Aquatics 104 Sitting Pilates (Chair or Stability Ball) 101

SATURDAYS 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Deep Water Aerobics

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Rehabilitation Services

in your community

Willow Valley Communities offers a full range of outpatient rehabilitation services on the Manor and Lakes Campuses. Our team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with your physician to develop tailored treatment plans to reach your goals.

Caring, trusted rehabilitation services. Visit or call either location to learn more. The Glen Outpatient Rehabilitation Center 675 Willow Valley Square | 717.464.6397

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The Cultural Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Center 900 Willow Valley Lakes Drive | 717.464.6861

Celebrating 15 Years of Quality Audiology Service!

Hearing Solutions via willow valley

Dr. Heather Eck & Dr. Kerry Herrmann

Our approach is centered on education so you can make the best decision for yourself. Our range of services include: • Screenings (complimentary), full hearing evaluations (typically billable to insurance), and medical referrals (if indicated)

• New hearing aid purchases

• Consultations with a discussion of various options

• Use of insurance benefits and discounted pricing

• Adjustments to and servicing of current hearing aids

We offer you solutions and support your decision. We look forward to serving you.

We are accepting new patients. North Office 600 Willow Valley Square Lancaster, PA 17602 at Willow Valley Communities

Lakes Office 300 Willow Valley Lakes Dr Willow Street, PA 17584 at Willow Valley Communities

By Appointment, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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The 2026-2027 season marks a historic milestone as the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra celebrates 80 years of bringing world-class music to our community. From Queen, Broadway, and R&B to Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, this anniversary season features extraordinary guest artists, diverse programming, and unforgettable performances that honor our past while looking boldly toward the future. All Masterworks concerts continue to feature four performances—Friday & Saturday evenings, Saturday & Sunday matinees—giving you even more ways to experience the LSO at the Gardner Theatre. MESSIAH BY CANDLELIGHT

December 3—5 | First Presbyterian Our 5th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah returns with a magical twist. Experience Handel's beloved masterwork performed entirely by candlelight at First Presbyterian Church.

THE MUSIC OF QUEEN

September 24 | Convention Center Kick off our 80th Anniversary Season with Queen's greatest hits performed by Broadway/West End star MiG Ayesa, a live rock band, and the LSO—celebrating what would have been Freddie Mercury's 80th birthday month.

A BROADWAY NEW YEAR

December 30 & 31 | Gardner Theatre SHE’S GOT SOUL WITH Ring in 2027 with Broadway's greatest hits performed by the LSO and Fulton Theatre artists, led by guest conductor Ben McNaboe. Three performances including New Year's Eve!

April 15 | Convention Center

Powerhouse vocalist Capathia Jenkins performs soul and R&B hits from Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Adele, and more with the LSO and professional backup singers.

FESTIVALS & FOLKLORE

BEETHOVEN 9

Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Jon Nakamatsu performs Grieg's Piano Concerto on a vibrant program celebrating European folk traditions, featuring Anna Clyne's PIVOT and Stravinsky's dazzling Petrushka.

Our 80th Anniversary Season culminates with Beethoven's monumental Ninth Symphony and the transcendent "Ode to Joy," plus Jeffrey Nytch's Hunger Stones and Brahms' joyful Academic Festival Overture.

May 7—9 | Masterworks 5

October 9—11 | Masterworks 1

TALES & LEGENDS

January 15—17 | Masterworks 3

4-time Grammy-nominated guitarist Mak Grgić performs the world premiere of Austin Wintory's Interactive Concerto for Guitar, paired with Wagner’s Die Meistersinger and Rimsky-Korsakov's enchanting Scheherazade.

TRIPLE CONCERTO FROM SOLITUDE TO TRIUMPH

November 20—22 | Masterworks 2 Sphinx Competition winner Amaryn Olmeda performs Barber's lyrical Violin Concerto alongside Copland's Quiet City and Sibelius' triumphant Second Symphony. 113

CAPATHIA JENKINS

March 12—14 | Masterworks 4 Three world-class soloists—violinist Jennifer Frautschi, cellist Zuill Bailey, and pianist Christopher Shih—unite for Beethoven's rare Triple Concerto, with Mendelssohn's sun-drenched "Italian" Symphony.

All 5 of our Masterworks concerts will take place at the Gardner Theatre. Subscribe now to secure the best seats Learn more at lancastersymphony.org or by calling 717.291.6440

Where Music Meets Community

THE DAY SPA IS LOCATED ON THE VITALITY LEVEL OF THE CULTURAL CENTER

VITALITY CAFÉ IS LOCATED IN THE CULTURAL CENTER ON THE LAKES CAMPUS

Phone: 717.464.6873

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Variety is Everything at Southern Market You can have it all here. From live bands and entertainment, to weekly trivia and karaoke, Southern Market has everything you want for a fun night out with friends or family. Enjoy a variety of food options from 13 chef stations, plus Bar 1888, featuring specialty cocktails, wine, and a rotating beer selection.

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Transportation from Willow Valley available every Friday. Check the Resident Intranet for shuttle schedules.

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get ready to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the

marlin and doris thomas memory center Hope Revealed | September 15, 2026 at 10AM

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A special thank you to everyone who has helped to bring this vision into reality.

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