May 2008
Thur. 1
National Day of Prayer Labyrinth Experience will be presented at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. at 1000 Weller Circle Activity Center. Choose the time that best suits your schedule and celebrate National Day of Prayer by exploring the spiritual significance of labyrinths. Program presented by the CLV Chaplains and the Rev. James Stutler in the reading room side of the Weller Circle Activity Center. After the presentation, you may step outside to explore the Schwartz Labyrinth. Light refreshments will be served after each presentation in the game room side of the Weller Circle Activity Center. Event will be held rain or shine.
Thur. 1
Introduction to Computers Intermediate Class begins at Carroll Community College for those who registered in advance. Pick up is at 1:15 p.m. at Front 205, Rear 201, Weller Circle, and Home mailboxes.
Sat. 3
Branson Jamboree Video begins at 2:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. This 90 minute video features the Baldknobbers Jamboree Show, with performances by the Mabe Family. Join us for an afternoon of comedy, music, and fun.
Mon. 5
Piano/Organ Music Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Practice Room. Come to play for fun in the company of other musicians.
Tue. 6
Men’s Club (with Ladies) Outing to Wessell Farm in Hampstead for those who registered in advance. Charter school bus begins pick up at 9:00 a.m. at Weller Circle and Front 201. Please meet bus at one of those locations. After the tour, groups will lunch at Friendly Farm Restaurant in Upperco. Group should return to CLV by 3:00 p.m.
Tue. 6
Men’s Club (with Ladies) Outing to Wessell Farm in Hampstead for those who registered in advance. Charter school bus begins pick up at 9:00 a.m. at Weller Circle and Front 201. Please meet bus at one of those locations. After the tour, groups will lunch at Friendly Farm Restaurant in Upperco. Group should return to CLV by 3:00 p.m.
Wed. 7
Senior Singers community chorus presents a spring concert at 1:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. Several CLV residents are members of this chorus. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the musical treat
Wed. 7
Senior Singers community chorus presents a spring concert at 1:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. Several CLV residents are members of this chorus. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the musical treat
Wed. 7
Clover Buddies 4-H Club is hosting Springo Bingo for all residents at 7:30 p.m. in the 205 Dining Room. This group of youngsters and their parents will be on hand to play games and provide refreshments for all. This group looks forward to their visits to CLV. Wear your spring hat and join the fun!
Fri. 9
CLV Amateur Radio Club meets at 9:30 a.m. in the 205 Multi Purpose Room. Come to learn more about “ham radio” and learn how you too can become an operator or be of service in time of emergency
Fri. 9
Resident/Staff Putting Contest begins at 10:00 a.m. at the putting green, next to the tennis court on Weller Way. Call the Wellness Center at 443-605-1070 to add your name to the participant list. Come out to cheer for your favorite “putters”!
Sat. 10
One In Christ Prayer Service begins at 7:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium.
Mon. 12
The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg for a day of shopping and lunch on your own. Visit over 90 stores offering a selection of men’s and women’s apparel, accessories, home furnishings, house wares, jewelry, and specialty stores. Food Court offers a variety of lunch options and ample seating. Sign up begins at the Concierge Desk or by calling 443-605-1094, beginning Tuesday, May 6. Transportation fee of $4.00 will be collected on the bus the day of the outing. Pick up will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Weller Circle, Front Entrance 205, Rear Entrance 201, and Home mailboxes. We should return to CLV by 3:00 p.m.
Tue. 13
Project Venture Outing to Surreybrooke Nursery and Gardens in Middletown MD, followed by picnic lunch at Gambrill State Park. Visit to gardens will include 45 minute tour of gardens and historic outbuildings, with time to stroll and explore. Picnic at nearby Gambrill State Park with scenic overlooks of Frederick and Middletown. Hot dogs, water and cooler with ice will be provided. Feel free to bring side dish or dessert to share. Cost is $10.00, which includes tour and transportation fee and hot dogs for lunch. Paid reservations accepted beginning Monday, May 5 at the Wellness Center or by calling 443-605-1070. Group departs at 9:00 a.m. from the Wellness Center, and will return to CLV around 3:00 p.m. Bus seating limited to 24 participants.
Tue. 13
Blood Pressure Readings from 1:15-3:00 p.m. in the 205 Multi Purpose Room. This free service, provided by Lutheran Home Care Services, is available to all CLV residents.
Wed. 14
Lutheran Women’s Circle meets at 10:00 a.m. for bible study in the home of Peg Sheeler 205/213. No lunch – just bible study this month.
Wed. 14
Goldenaires Big Band Concert will begin at 2:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. This 25-member band provided all the big band favorites you know and love. Come to enjoy this great afternoon of music!
Wed. 14
BB&T Bank hosts wine and cheese social from 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the Hospitality Private Dining Room. Please RSVP to Jamie McCumber at 410-871-9404.
Wed. 14
Bingo for all residents begins at 7:30 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room. Bring your quarters and enjoy the fun.
Wed. 14
Scholarship Jam Session begins at 7:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. Come to learn more about CLV scholarship program for employees and be entertained by the sounds of the Never Too Late Band.
Wed. 14
Lutheran Home Care presents a health and wellness topic at 10:30 a.m. in the
Wellness Center. Strokes: Warning Signs & Risk Factors - Lutheran Home Care Services will honor National Stroke Awareness Month with an overview of the number one cause of adult disability. Strokes, or "brain attacks," are the third leading cause of death each year - but the good news is that 80% of strokes are preventable. We'll talk about the two types of strokes, ischemic and hemorrhagic, and discuss risk factors for both, including gender, age, race, and family history. We'll also discuss medical risk factors that can be controlled, such as high blood pressure, and lifestyle risk factors, including exercise and diet. We will teach you the simple test to detect stroke symptoms, called Act F.A.S.T., that may save a life
Thur. 15
Introduction to Computers Intermediate Class continues at Carroll Community College for those who registered in advance. Pick up is at 1:15 p.m. at Front 205, Rear 201, Weller Circle, and Home mailboxes.
Thur. 15
Residents Association Birthday Party at 1:30 p.m. in the 205 Garden Terrace for those who celebrate their special day during the month of May. Please rsvp to Eleanor Heuer or Dottie Hammond before May 12.
Fri. 16
Drawing Room Discussion will be held at 10:00 a.m. in the Dining Room. All residents are encouraged to attend to receive updates from Staff, Board of Trustees and Resident Association.
Sat. 17
First Fruits Gospel performs old-time gospel favorites at 2:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium.
Sun. 18
Old Line Statesmen Barbershop Chorus Annual Show at Scott Center at Carroll Community College. Tickets are $8.00 each and transportation will be provided. Pick up will begin at 2:00 p.m. at Front 205, Rear 201, Weller Circle, and Home mailboxes. Paid reservations accepted at the Hospitality Concierge Desk or by calling 443-605-1094, beginning Tuesday, May 6. Bus seating limited to 24. Additional tickets available at the door for those who wish to drive themselves.
Sun. 18
Evensong program will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. The Alleluias will present Singing His Praises; a sacred choral concert for all to enjoy.
Mon. 19
Mount Vernon trip picks up at 8:00 a.m. at Front 201, 1000 Weller Circle, and at homes along Weller Way for those who made advance reservations. Please meet bus at one of these locations. We should return to CLV by 5:00 p.m.
Mon. 19
Presbyterian Women’s Circle meets at 2:00 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room for Bible Study and prayer. All are welcome to attend.
Mon. 19
North Carroll Community School presents a program of instrumental music and song at 7:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. These students are in grade 5-8. Come to show support for their efforts and enjoy music and song.
Mon. 19
Carroll County Camera Club meets at 7:30 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room. All residents are invited to attend.
Tue. 20
Episcopal Church of the Ascension conducts worship service at 10:30 a.m. in the Yellow Room at Health Care Center. All residents are welcome to attend.
Mon. 20
Friends of the Village provides ice cream and strawberries for residents from 11:30a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the 205 Café, to help CLV celebrate Older American’s Month.
Tue. 20
Volunteers for Medical Engineering meet at 2:00 p.m. in the Wellness Center. For more information, contact John Staehlin at 410-876-0171.
Wed. 21
Guys and Dolls at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre for those who made reservations. Charter bus picks up at Front 201, Weller Circle, and home mailboxes at 9:00 a.m. Please board at one of these locations. We should return to CLV by 5:30 p.m.
Wed. 21
Missed the ice cream yesterday? Friends of the Village again provides ice cream and strawberries, today in the Bistro, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to celebrate Older American’s Month.
Wed. 21
Presbyterian Communion and Lunch meeting at 11:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium. Lunch cost is $4.50. Deadline for reservations is May 16. For more information or to make reservations, contact Hilda Uhlig at 410-857-5845.
Wed. 21
Bereavement Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in Education Center. Sponsored by Carroll Hospice, this group meets monthly for the benefit of those who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Thur. 22
Linda’s Treasures returns with a new spring selection of clothing for the ladies. Shop will be open from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room. Enjoy the convenience of a personal consultant who will help you choose the right style and size, while you shop in comfort and you don’t have to drive or find a place to park. Cash & carry service allows you to take your purchases with your today.
Thur. 22
Introduction to Computers Intermediate Class continues at Carroll Community College for those who registered in advance. Pick up is at 1:15 p.m. at Front 205, Rear 201, Weller Circle, and Home mailboxes.
Thur. 22
Book Club meets at 2:30 p.m. in Weller Circle Activity Center. For more information, contact Susan Ridder.
Fri. 23
CLV Red Hat Ladies take a trip to The Victorian Parlor Tea Room in Spring Grove PA. for a full course luncheon of soup, salad, sandwiches, desserts, and tea. Enroute to the tea room, group will make a stop at Snyders Snack Outlet in Hanover. Luncheon cost is $23.00 with paid reservations accepted by Evelyn Schillaci (205/525, 410-876-1725) beginning Thursday, May 1. Cash or checks payable to Evelyn Schillaci. Bus seating limited to 24. Pick up will be at Front 205, Rear 201, Weller Circle, and Home mailboxes at 9:00 a.m. An additional $4.00 for transportation will be collected on the bus the day of the outing.
Sat. 24
Carroll Carvers now meet at Carroll Lutheran Village on the 4th Saturday of each month from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room. This group promotes the art of wood carving and invites any CLV resident who has an interest in carving to stop by and see what this club has to offer.
Mon. 26
Memorial Day – Administrative Offices closed. Dinner will be served 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Café. Bistro closed today. Campus Shuttle will offer service 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. No evening meal service. No Art. No Tailoring. Contact the shuttle by calling 410-984-6586.
Tue. 27
Take a Tour of Carroll County in a way that you haven’t experienced. Visit and learn about Hashawha Environmental Center, the Whitaker Chambers pumpkin farm which played a part in the WWII Alger Hiss treason trial, the site for the Union Mills Reservoir, the birthplace of Francis Scott Key, the Strawbridge Methodist Shrine, the Piney Run Lake in South Carroll, the beautiful farm country of Carroll County and much more. CLV resident Bob Jones, long-time county agricultural agent will be our tour guide. This will be a riding tour with very little walking, ample restroom breaks, and of course – a stop for lunch. Transportation will be provided on comfortable charter motor coach, and lunch will be at the New Windsor Conference Center. Lunch buffet will include soup, salad, hot entrée and vegetables, dessert and beverage. Cost is $26.50, which includes tour, lunch, transportation, and gratuity. We will depart at 9:00 a.m. and should return to CLV by 2:30 p.m. Come to tour the county in which we live and learn all sorts of interesting facts. Paid reservations accepted at the Hospitality Concierge Desk or by calling 443-605-1094, beginning Tuesday, May 6. For more information about the tour, contact Bob Jones at 410-848-7687.
Wed. 28
Concert in the Park begins at 2:30 p.m. at the gazebo at Mission Square. Come outside to enjoy spring weather, sit under the tents, and enjoy the big band sound of Standard Delivery. Ice cream treats will be available for you to enjoy while you listen to (or dance to) the music. In the event of rain, concert will be relocated to Krug Chapel Auditorium.
Wed. 28
Pipe Creek Civil War Roundtable meets at 7:00 p.m. in the Wellness Center classroom. Topic is Gettysburg Monuments.
Wed. 28
Bingo fun for all begins at 7:30 p.m. in the 201 Activities Room. Bring your quarters and join the fun. Cards only 25¢ each!
Thur. 29
Westminster Ringers, a Maryland handball ensemble presents a hand bell concert for all to enjoy at 7:30 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium.
Fri. 30
Dancing With the Seniors from 7:00 -9:00 p.m. in the Wellness Center for those who purchased tickets in advance. Dance to your favorite tunes provided by Never Too Late Band. Dance will be held in the Wellness Center lobby and classrooms with dancing on the wooden floor in the dance room. Lite refreshments will be served. Cost for an evening of dancing, fellowship, and fun is only $6.00. Tickets will be on sale on Wednesday, May 7, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the 205 Café, and 5-6:30 p.m. in the Bistro. For more information, contact Dessie Ann Hann or Judy Piel.
Sat. 31
Frederick Moyer Piano Concert for all to enjoy begins at 7:00 p.m. in Krug Chapel Auditorium
Next Carroll County Chapter of AARP luncheon meeting is Friday, April 4, 2008 at The Elks Club in Westminster. Guest speaker is Sharon Baker of the Alzheimer’s Support Group who will speak on Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. Entertainment provided by The Senior Singers. Transportation provided by calling the Transportation Office at 443-605-1010.
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre presents Guys and Dolls on Wednesday, May 21, 2008. This is a story of small time gamblers and the ladies in their lives. Desperate to find money to pay for his floating crap game, Nathan Detroit bets slick, high-rolling gambler Sky Masterson a thousand dollars that he can’t make the next lady he sees fall in love with him. Along comes the prim and proper Salvation Army girl, Sarah Brown and the betting on love begins. The show is full of bright and sassy songs like Luck Be a Lady, If I Were a Bell, I’ll Know and Sit down You’re Rockin’ the Boat, taking us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana. Your day at Dutch Apple includes a full course hot luncheon buffet including complete salad bar, and of course, desserts! We will leave CLV around 9:00 a.m. and return by 5:30 p.m. Cost is $60.00 which includes transportation on charter motor coach, full course luncheon, tax, gratuity, and show. Dutch Apple has no steps and is easily accessible for all. Paid reservations accepted, beginning Tuesday, April 8, at the Hospitality Concierge Desk or by calling 443-605-1094.
Floor Monitor Vacancies ~ We all like to be helpful to our neighbors. Why not consider being a Floor Monitor? The list of duties can be found in your RL Handbook in section one, page four. Volunteers are needed on the 1st Floor in 201 SMW; on the 5th floor of 205, phase one and two. If you are interested, please call Pam Miller @ 443 605-1024. Thank you in advance for considering this role.
Attention all CLV Men: Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 6, 2008, for a visit to the Wessell Farm in Hampstead. Herb Wessell describes his farm as a “retirement village for aged, used, and abused farm equipment, tools, cars, and trucks.” The collection consists of vehicles, equipment, and tools that would have been used on Maryland farms in the early to middle 1900’s. Some has been restored, or some refurbished. Most of the equipment is J. I. Case. The cars date from 1912 to 1966, and include a Ford Model T. The trucks are from 1918 to 1970. The tractor collection includes steam engines and tractors from 1912 to 1966. Mr. Wessell also builds scale models of historic aircraft and has models dating from the Wright Brothers flyer to a WWII B24. Family style lunch at Friendly Farms in Upperco follows the tour. Cost is $30.00 and includes transportation on charter school bus, driver gratuity, and family-style all inclusive lunch. Tour is free. Paid reservations accepted beginning Wednesday, April 2, at the Hospitality Concierge Desk or by calling 443-605-1094. Group will depart at 9:00 a.m. and return to CLV by 2:30 p.m. For more information, contact Don Essich at 410-848-5916.
Attention computer users! Computer Classes to continue at Carroll Community College. Introduction to Computers: Intermediate begins Thursday, May 1 and continues each Thursday through June 12 (no class May 8) for 6 sessions 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the college. Transportation will be provided. Not so afraid of the computer anymore but would like to know more? This class is for the slightly advanced beginner. Learn how to make a shortcut on your desktop and fin a missing file. Type a letter and transfer it to an e-mail attachment. Find out how to create yard sale signs or what you can do to jazz up a written document. Create an inventory for your stuff. In a small group setting you can take the next step in handling your computer. Prerequisites: basic computer skills and being able to use a mouse and keyboard. Instructor will be Linda Nestor. Cost is $40.00 for 6 week course. Minimum 12 students needed. Registration forms are available at Concierge Desk or 300 Reception Desk. Make checks payable to Carroll Lutheran Village.
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