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JANUARY - JUNE 2017
Something for everyone.
P4 Performances
An opportunity to meet and chat with local artists.
P2 Meet the Artist
Learn how America’s most famous symbol of freedom found refuge in Allentown.
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Saving the Liberty Bell
Morningstar Senior Living’s way of enriching life’s
journey for you and other citizens in our community.
Whether you live at home or at one of our communities,
you’re invited to be a part of something “big”.
This 6-month calendar provides ways to enrich your
life with events that keep you engaged and connected to
a network with others in our community for education,
recreation, entertainment, health and fitness. Reserve your
place today in as many programs as you like.
Reservations are required as seating is limited.Call 610.746.1000 or make your reservation
online at www.MORAVIAN.com.
Unless otherwise indicated, all programs are held inKortz Hall at Moravian Hall Square.
175 W. North Street • Nazareth, PA 18064
Programs are “free of charge” except where noted.
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Meet the Artist 2
• Carol Cockerline and Sandy Hamlin
• Del Morgan
• William Hobbs
• Residents of Moravian Hall Square
• Ronnie and Jenna Simpson
• Jackie Shoup
Entertainment 4
• Doucette Family String Trio
• Swing Time Dolls
• Lisa Facciponti - Storyteller
• Jonah at Sight and Sound Theatre
• Spring into Fashion
• Fairfield Duo
Health & Fitness 6
• Memory Screening
• Blood Drive
• Our Connection to Food: The Mind-Body Connection• Living with...Hearing Loss
Care Giving | Planning | Advocacy 8
• Preventing Senior Scams
• Memory Lane: Faith, Hope and Love-- These Remain in Dementia
• Memory Lane: Practical Tips and Local Community Support to Help with
Dementia Care
Special Interest Topics 10
• For the Love of Food ... and Family
• Composting: The Rotten Truth
• Create your own Silk Scarf
• Saving the Liberty Bell
Spiritual Wellness 12
• Moravian Traditions
• Lenten Services
Enjoying the arts can benefit both your physical and mental health. Meet and speak with local artists while learning techniques, motivation and ideas expressed through the visual arts.
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JANUARY | SATURDAY 14TH | 11:00 AM - NOONPaintings by Carol Cockerline and Sandy HamlinSandra was influenced by the mountain scenery and growing up on a New Jersey dairy farm, and has expanded her subjects to landscapes, flowers, animals and people. A tole painter for many years, Carol leans toward watercolors with a feature of light.
FEBRUARY | SATURDAY 11TH | 11:00 AM - NOONDel Morgan - Images of EleganceDel Morgan studied Photography as Art while in college and is guided by his love of nature and capturing images without alteration. His intent is to present his work as ‘Fine Art Images that will enrich our lives’.
MARCH | SATURDAY 11TH | 11:00 AM - NOONWilliam Hobbs - Water in MotionLocal artist William D. Hobbs’ oil paintings explore the intricacies of the natural world with emphasis on water in motion. The artist will tell the many stories behind his work and feature the influence of the classic American painters of the Hudson River School on his own artistic vision. Presentation in Kortz Hall.
APRIL | SATURDAY 8TH | 11:00 AM - NOONResidents of Moravian Hall Square - WatercolorsResidents of Moravian Hall Square and those in the Nazareth area have flourished under the instruction of local artist Dana Seibler. A sampling of watercolor works from residents of the community will be displayed.
MAY | SATURDAY 13TH | 11:00 AM - NOONRonnie and Jenna Simpson - Photography by Mother & DaughterThe mother and daughter duo of Ronnie and Jenna Simpson share a love of photography to express their artistic side. Mom (Ronnie) has operated Unique Images by Ronnie for 21 years in Nazareth. Ronnie tries to incorporate nature as a backdrop for her photography subjects. Daughter Jenna has a passion for capturing beauty in the Nazareth area.
JUNE | SATURDAY 10TH | 11:00 AM - NOONJackie Shoup - Watercolor PaintingsLocal artist Jackie Shoup began her art study in calligraphy. She has studied watercolor with artist Dana Siebler for 17 years. Jackie is a member of several art clubs and organizations.
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Summer, Winter, Spring and Fall, if you love to be entertained, we offer it all. Come for fun, food, trips, music and more.
JANUARY | FRIDAY 6TH | 7:30 PMDoucette Family String TrioThe Doucette String Trio is made up of a family of brothers who have been performing together in the local area since they were young. All three are classically trained musicians who have a commitment to excellence. Joseph on violin, David on viola and Caleb on cello will perform a beautiful selection of music including classical, world traditions, and American standards.
FEBRUARY | TUESDAY 7TH | 7:30 PMSwing Time DollsVocal group the Swing Time Dolls consists of three of the area’s most accomplished vocalists. Jillian Rossi and sisters Kim and Kristen Sehn. They are shining a new light on the tunes of the American Hit Parade of the 1940s. Drawing on inspiration from The Andrews Sisters, the Swing Time Dolls pride themselves on tight and intricate harmonies that are sure to keep you engaged.
APRIL | TUESDAY 4TH | 7:30 PMLisa Facciponti - StorytellerAfter many years performing, Lisa came to discover there had been well-known storytellers/bards in her mother’s family dating back to one of the oldest septs in Ireland. Enjoy her fascinating tales.
APRIL | FRIDAY 7TH | BUS LEAVES MHS @ 10:00 AMJonah at Sight and Sound Theatre, Lancaster - $72.50 (includes lunch)Enjoy this Bible classic as it springs to life on stage in jaw-dropping scale by a world class cast, spectacular special effects and live animals. Bus leaves Moravian Hall Square at 10am. Enjoy lunch at Plain & Fancy Restaurant at noon and the 3:00 pm show at Sight and Sound - $72.50. SPACE IS LIMITED. Reservation and full payment required in advance.
APRIL | SATURDAY 29TH | 11:30 AM | ROSE INN ROOMSpring into FashionDunkelberger’s fashions will be modeled by residents and friends. A light luncheon is included in the ticket price. Enjoy a discount on Dunkelberger’s fashion items. Tickets will be available for sale starting March 1st. All proceeds benefit the Good Samaritan Fund at Morningstar Senior Living which provides assistance to residents and clients who can no longer pay in full for their care. Ticket cost is $25.
JUNE | FRIDAY 9TH | 7:30 PMFairfield DuoNora Suggs and Candice Mowbray are The Fairfield Duo. Enjoy a far-ranging musical adventure, exploring flute and guitar music from around the world and across the centuries. Seamlessly moving from elegant works by Telemann and Carulli to the music of ancient Japan or twentieth-century France.
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Ready to get healthy? Take advantage of education, resources and activities that can help you stay abreast of the latest developments in health, fitness and nutrition.
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FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTHJANUARY THROUGH JUNE12:00 PM - 2:00 PM AT GALILEE HOUSEMemory ScreeningMorningstar Senior Living is proud to be a host site for the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Memory Screening initiative. To help promote early detection and intervention for those concerned about memory loss, we are offering free, confidential Memory Screening. Screenings are held at Galilee House, on the campus of Moravian Hall Square.
FEBRUARY | WEDNESDAY 8TH | 11:00 AM - 3:30 PMBlood DriveJoin us as we partner with Miller-Keystone Blood Bank for our annual blood drive. Your generous blood donation will be used to save the life of someone at one of our 20 local community hospitals. Call Cara at 610-746-1127 to reserve your time slot. Space is limited.
MARCH | TUESDAY 28TH | 10:30 AMOur Connection to Food: The Mind-Body ConnectionFood is food, right? In this presentation, we will learn about our tendencies as humans to choose certain foods over others...our mind’s want is not always our body’s need. We will explore food cravings, the addictive nature of certain foods, our underlying emotional connections to food and eating as well as strategies for breaking the dieting cycle and developing a healthier relationship with food. Join us for this educational and practical discussion about food and our connections to it.
MAY | TUESDAY 23RD | 10:30 AMLiving with...Hearing LossYour hearing ability may contribute to how well you function in your daily life. It is important to be aware of hearing limitation and to take steps to deal effectively with hearing loss. George Lindley, Ph.D, Au,D. from East Penn Hearing Center will discuss hearing loss, tinnitus, balance and equilibrium concerns.
Take advantage of professional education and resources to help you navigate today’s complex health care system.
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NAZARETH, PA • WWW.MORAVIAN.COM • 610.746.1000
If you’re caring for someone who has dementia you can get guidance and instruction in a small group setting. Support groups offer you a way to
share your challenges, exchange ideas and create strategies with others in similar situations. Our professional group facilitators are trained by the Alzheimer’s Association. If you would like your loved one to participate
in an activity at our community while you’re attending the support group meeting, please call 610.746.1000 in advance.
Support Groups for Caregivers
9:30 a.m. First Wednesday of Every Month
Galilee House at Moravian Hall Square175 W. North St., Nazareth, PA 18064
MARCH | TUESDAY 21ST | 10:30 AMPreventing Senior ScamsResearch indicates that older people are more likely to be victims of certain crimes like fraud, identity theft, scams and financial exploitation. David P. Shallcross, Elder Abuse Unit Leader at the Office of the Attorney General, will discuss the type of crimes targeting seniors and outline valuable steps you should take to protect yourself.
MARCH | THURSDAY 30TH | 6:00 PMMemory Lane | Faith, Hope and Love: These Remain in DementiaMost people are aware of the many losses that accompany the progression of dementia. Yet all too often, we miss the strengths and abilities that remain even as the disease progresses. Guest speaker Dr. Kelly Carney will offer a positive view of dementia by focusing on the important human capacities that remain in the face of progressive cognitive decline. Based upon a shared understanding of the progressive stages of dementia, this program will explore the capacity individuals with cognitive impairment still have for spirituality, meaningful engagement and relationship. Furthermore, we will discuss the interesting ways in which lessons from spirituality and humanism align with the insights emerging through science and best practice related to dementia care.
JUNE | THURSDAY 29TH | 6:00 PMMemory Lane | Practical Tips and Local Community Support to Help with Dementia CareJoin us for an informative evening with a panel of experts from the Lehigh Valley who will provide information, tips, best practices and community services for caregivers living with and/or caring for someone with dementia. This will be an informal question and answer format with a brief introduction from each person on the panel. We hope you will come away with ideas on how to manage and support your loved ones in addition to supporting yourself as a caregiver.
Take up a new activity, interest, enthusiasm or pastime because it’s something you always wanted to learn about or know how to do.
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JANUARY | TUESDAY 17TH | 10:30AM For the Love of Food ... and Family Food is the ingredient that ties family memories together. Join us as Chef Susan Roth, Culinary Instructor at Northampton Community College, and her husband Chef Matt Roth (owners of Mitzi’s Table) prepare two of their favorite family recipes. Susan and Matt will also discuss the importance of preserving your own family recipes for future generations.
APRIL | TUESDAY 18TH | 10:30 AMComposting: The Rotten TruthTurn garden and kitchen waste into black gold! Join us as Michael Balk from the Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program discusses how you can do your part to save landfill space by recycling grass, branches, leaves and more. Learn how to make your yard waste and kitchen waste work for you. Michael will also introduce you to vermicomposting. Also learn how residents and staff at Moravian Hall Square are working together to produce compost for our community gardens.
MAY | TUESDAY 16TH | 10:30 AM Create Your Own Silk Scarf - $35Enjoy a live art experience! Have you ever wanted to create a unique silk scarf? Now you can. Choose from an array of paint colors, patterns and accent designs to create a beautiful, high quality, wearable piece of art. There is a charge of $35 for each scarf and reservations must be made in advance. Spaces will fill up quickly, so call today to reserve your spot.
JUNE | TUESDAY 20TH | 10:30 AMSaving the Liberty BellAs we prepare to celebrate our nation’s freedom, learn how the Liberty Bell was saved from the British Army. A presenter from the Liberty Bell Museum at the Zion’s Reformed United Church of Christ will share the story of how America’s most famous symbol of freedom found refuge during the darkest days of the Revolution. Learn how the Liberty Bell made the journey from Philadelphia to be housed beneath the floorboards of this historic church in Allentown.
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The spiritual dimension of wellness involves exploring the meaning and purpose of life. A sign of spiritual wellness is the ability to integrate your beliefs and values into actions.
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FEBRUARY | TUESDAY 21ST | 10:30AM Moravian TraditionsLearn about the Moravian faith and the tradition of the Love Feast. This program will focus on the symbolism and tradition of the Love Feast in the Moravian Faith. You will have the opportunity to take part in the Moravian Love Feast.
MARCH - APRIL | WEDNESDAYS | 2:30 PMMidweek Lenten Services - The Roads to GodLent is the period during which Christians prepare for Easter. Many churches hold a series of midweek services which allow worshippers to develop a theme enhancing Christian discipleship. The Moravian congregations of Nazareth, including the worshipping assembly at Moravian Hall Square, have sponsored such series. The services are held in the afternoon at Moravian Hall Square and are repeated in the evening at both Nazareth Moravian Church and Schoeneck Moravian Church, on an alternating basis. The life of faith is sometimes referred to as a pilgrimage. This year’s Lenten series is entitled “The Roads to God.”
This year we extend an invitation to the entire community, to people frommany traditions and communities of faith-- join us at any, or all, of thefollowing Lenten Services:
ASH WEDNESDAY | MARCH 1ST | THE ROAD OF MAJESTYThe Rev. Lance Fox, pastor of Schoeneck Moravian Church
MARCH 8TH | THE ROAD OF MINISTRYThe Rev. Otto Dreydoppel, chaplain of Moravian Hall Square
MARCH 15TH | THE ROAD OF FELLOWSHIPThe Rev. Terry Folk, retired Moravian pastor
MARCH 22ND | THE ROAD OF MISSIONThe Rev. David Wickmann, retired Moravian pastor
MARCH 29TH | THE ROAD OF MEMORYMandy Mastros, student at Nazareth Moravian Church
APRIL 5TH | THE MIRACLE ROADThe Rev. Jeffrey Gehris, pastor of Nazareth Moravian Church
Come in out of the cold and enjoy an indoor shoppingexperience.
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Winter Market at Moravian Hall SquareLocal vendors include Mary Kay, Scentsy, fresh baked goods, hair and skin care,homemade jams, jellies, peanut butter and honey. A great opportunity to pick up that special piece of jewelry or craft gift. Winter Markets will be held on the following dates:
JANUARY | TUESDAY 17TH | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMin the Commons
FEBRUARY | SATURDAY 4TH | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMSpecial Expanded Winter Market in Kortz Hall
FEBRUARY | TUESDAY 21ST | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMin the Commons
MARCH | TUESDAY 21ST | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMin the Commons
Ample parking, free admission and budget-friendly prices... enjoy!For more information, call Amy Kleintop, 610.746.1010.
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FEBRUARYSaturday 4TH
11:00 AM - NoonSpecial Expanded Winter Market
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Tuesday 7TH
7:30 PMSwing Time Dolls
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Wednesday 8TH
11:00AM - 3:30PMBlood Drive
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Saturday 11TH
11:00 AM - NoonMeet the Artist: Del Morgan - Images of Elegance
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Tuesday 21ST
10:30 AMMoravian Traditions*Visit the Winter Market while you’re here!
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APRILLenten services continue on Wednesdays during Lent. See page 12 for details.
Tuesday 4TH
7:30 PMLisa Facciponti - Storyteller
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Friday 7TH
10:00 AMJonah at Sight and Sound Theatre
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Saturday 8TH
11:00 AM - NoonMeet the Artist: Residents of Moravian Hall Square - Watercolors
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Tuesday 18TH 10:30 AM
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Saturday 29TH 11:30AM - 1:00PM
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MAYSaturday 13TH
11:00 AM - NoonMeet the Artist: Ronnie and Jenna Simpson - Photography by Mother and Daughter
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Tuesday 16TH
10:30 AMCreate Your Own Silk Scarf
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Tuesday 23RD
10:30 AMLiving with ... Hearing Loss
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JUNEFriday 9TH 7:30 PM
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Saturday 10TH 11:00 AM - Noon
Meet the Artist: Jackie Shoup -Watercolor Paintings
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Tuesday 20TH
10:30 AMSaving the Liberty Bell
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Thursday 29TH
6:30 PM
Memory Lane | The Art of Letting Go: Learning to Live! With Dementia and How to Find Moment of Joy
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MARCHSaturday 11TH
11:00 AM - NoonMeet the Artist: William Hobbs - Water in Motion
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Tuesday 21ST
10:30 AMPreventing Senior Scams*Visit the Winter Market while you’re here!
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Tuesday 28TH
10:30 AMOur Connection to Food: The Mind-Body Connection
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Thursday 30TH
6:00 PMMemory Lane | Faith, Hope and Love: These Remain in Dementia
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Join us for six weeks of Lenten services on Wednesdays during Lent. See page 12 for details.
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Friday 6TH
7:30 PMDoucette Family String Trio
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Saturday 14TH 11:00 AM - Noon
Meet the Artist: Paintings by Carol Cockerline and Sandy Hamlin
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Tuesday 17TH
10:30 AMFor the Love of Food ... and Family*Visit the Winter Market while you’re here!
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Plan on it.Use this chronological listing of events to plan your calendar with Morningstar Senior Living’s education, recreation, entertainment, health and fitness EventFULL LivingMSL programs.
While you are attending one of these events, take the opportunity to enjoy a meal at the Good Spirit Café or shop at the Good Spirit General Store.
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