DECEMBER 2018, v1
SPECIAL TRIPS
Country Kitchen
for lunch
Wednesday, December 5th
Pick up begins at 11am
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Summer Musical Enterprise Presents:
Holiday Musical Revue
Friday, December 14th
Pick up begins at 6pm
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the ticket counter.
Reserve transportation by calling 552-2419.
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The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 15th
Pick up begins at 11am
This event is FREE but you must sign up with Mardy Baker at mbaker@warmhearth.org before December 7th.

WHV Daily Happenings Hotline
540-443-3473


CONTACTS
WHV Main Switchboard:
552-9176
Transportation & Housing:

552-2419
Blacksburg Transit: 
961-1803
Village Happenings Hotline:
 
443-3473
VILLAGE CENTER
Front Desk Reception:

443-3800

The Huckleberry Cafe:

443-3801

The Village Gourmet Catering:

443-3457

The Fitness Center:
443-3474
LIFE ENRICHMENT
Mardy Baker: 
443-3434
 - Village Center - 
Steve Leist:
443-3810     
Randy Kirchner:  443-3416

- Showalter Center - 
Jonathan Tate:
443-0407

 - Kroontje Health Care - 
Jordan Benedict: 443-3411
WARM HEARTH AT HOME
Info & Assessments:

443-3428

www.whvathome.org

TEA TREE SALON
540-443-3817
HUCKLEBERY CAFE
540-443-3801
FIRESIDE CAFE & SHOWALTER DINING
540-443-3429
WARM HEARTH FITNESS CENTER

EXERCISE & AQUATIC CLASSES
E - Exercise Studio
P - Pool

Monday
9a - Fit For Life (E)
10a - Gentle Yoga (E)       
10:30a - Arthritis Aquatics (P)

1p - Pool Volleyball (P)
1p - Posture, Balance & Gait (E)

Tuesday
8a - Tai Chi For Everyone (E)
9:30a - Aqua Mix (P)
11a - Chair Yoga (E)                  12p - Rock Steady Boxing (E)   1p - Rock Steady Boxing (E)

2p - Aqua Fit (P)
3p - Ballroom Dance Classes (E)
3p - Pickle Ball - (Parking Lot)
3:30p - ABC Fitness (Showalter)
4p - Water Walking (P)

Wednesday
7:30a - Gentle Yoga (E)

9a - Fitness For Life (E)
10am - Yoga and Fitness for Healthy Aging (E)
                      10:30a - Arthritis Aquatics (P)
1p - Posture, Balance & Gait (E)

1p - Pool Volleyball (P)
4:45p - Ai Chi (P)
Thursday
9:30a - Aqua Mix (P)
10:30a -  Moving with Music(E)
11a - Chair Yoga (E)                  12p - Rock Steady Boxing(E)   
1p - Rock Steady Boxing(E)
2p - Aqua Fit (P)

3p - Pickle Ball - (Parking Lot)
Friday
9a - Fitness For Life (E)
10:30a - Rejuvenation(E)
10:30a - Arthritis Aquatics (P)    1p - Posture, Balance and Gait(E)
Saturday
10a - Ai Chi (P)
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th
Family Swim Time
12p - 2p
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Regular Fitness Center hours are Monday-Friday
7am - 6pm 
Saturday, 10am - 2pm
Closed on Sunday
 
A reminder to enter through the Fitness Center entrance on the side of the Village Center on Saturdays.

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Holiday Hours:
Closed 12/24 and 12/25
Open 12/26 (no fitness classes)
Open regular hours:
12/27 - 12/29
7am - 6pm
Open until 3pm on 12/31 
CLOSED:  1/1/2019
Have a Happy Holiday
from 
Warm Hearth Village Fitness


ONGOING
ACTIVITIES
American Legion
4th Tuesday of the Month
Karr Activity Center, 6:30 pm
Apartment Resident Potluck
CONTACT CHERYL PEARSON FOR MORE DETAILS
cnspearson1@gmail.com
BINGO Games
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Showalter Center
1st Floor Studio, 1:30 pm
Contact: Jonathan Tate
443-0407
Every Sunday, 2:30 pm
Mon., Wed. & Fri., 3 pm
Kroontje Health Care Center
Contact: Jordan Benedict
443-3411
1st & 3rd Saturday of the Month    12:30pm - 2:30pm
Karr Activity Center
Contact: Cheryl Pearson 
cnspearson1@gmail.com
Breakfast Clubs
MEN - 4th Friday of the Month
WOMEN - 1st Friday of the Month
Woodland Studio, 9:30 am

Contact: Mardy Baker
443-3434  
Bridge Game
Karr Activity Center
Every Monday & Wednesday, 1pm
Contact: Ted Ake
951-0472 
Bridge Lessons
Every Thursday
Showalter Center
4th Floor, 10 am
Contact:  Jonathan Tate
443-0407 
Alzheimer's Support Group
1st & 3rd Friday of the Month
Woodland Studio, 3 pm
Contact: Nicole Long
443-3450
Genealogy Support Group
2nd Fridays
Woodland Studio, 1 pm
Contact: Steve Leist 
443-3810
Knitting & Chatting
Every Friday
Showalter 4th floor, 10 am
Contact: Jonathan Tate 
443-0407
Resident Green Committee
3rd Tuesday of the Month
Carson Library, 10:30 am
Contact:  Lyn Day
dayweave@gmail.com 
Samba Card Game
Contact Lisa Ress for current location:  981-1101
lress@shadowlakevillage.org
Trail Walks: FALL UPDATE
2nd & 4th Tuesday each Month
Meet at Oakland Square
Walks start at 2:30pm
Contact: Janet Stegar 
jbsteger@vt.edu
552-6011
Warm Hearth Singers
Monday & Wednesday
Karr Activity Center, 4pm
Contact: Jonathan Tate
443-0407
Writers Group
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm
Carson Library, NRH
Contact: Joyce Akermann
961-1202
Looking for Spiritual Opportunities? Check out our campus Event and  Activities calendars at www.retire.org. 
Box Tops For Education Program
Boxes for collection are located at NT, ST, NRH, Village Center and Karr Activity Center. 
Contact: Ira Manross
770-633-2116
Free Computer Assistance 
Assistance with hardware problems, connectivity issues, printer and wireless connections.
Contact: Bill Baker
552-1727
SHOP
Store Hours: 
Karr Activity Center, Monday 9:30-11a, 2-4p
Closed Tuesday 
Wednesday-Friday 12-4  Christiansburg Location Wednesday 12-6
Thursday-Saturday 10-4
DONATE 
Both locations of the Treasure Trove are always accepting donations.  Can't get it to the store?  No problem.  We'll come pick it up.  Contact Karen Nelson at knelson@warmhearth.org

VOLUNTEER
For information on how to become a volunteer or make a donation, contact 
Karen Nelson at knelson@warmhearth.org
Just a reminder that the salon is open to all residents, families, friends and staff.
Specializing in:
Hair Cuts
Perms
Color/Highlights

Facial Waxing
Manicures
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Thursday
9am - 4pm
4th Floor of Showalter Center
Call Carrie at 443-3817 to make an appointment. 
VALLEY VOICES CELEBRATION!!
Come and Enjoy writers from the New River Valley reading their selected works at the 2018 Autumn Valley Voices Celebration.  The reading will take place on Sunday, December 2nd at 3pm  at the Blacksburg Public Library.  Admission is free and there will be light refreshments and conversation.  
 Warm Hearth Village wishes to remind everyone to respect and obey the speed limit signs posted throughout the Village.
Have a Happy, Healthy and Safe Holiday Season!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1st - 3 PM & 7 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2nd - 3 PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8th - 3 PM & 7 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9th - 3 PM

Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
NEW RIVER STAGE PRESENTS:
SCROOGE THE MUSICAL
This timeless musical follows the plot of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, in which the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of a Christmas Eve night, after being visited by the ghost of his former partner Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.
Starring over 40 local actors from age 5 to 60 this is the holiday show you do not want to miss. Family friendly.  Run time is 2 hours plus a 15 minute intermission between the acts.
Student/Children tickets are $10. Senior tickets age 55 and up are $12.  Adult tickets are $15.  Large groups are welcome, but please call or order online early so your group can sit together.  Visit newriverstage.org to purchase tickets.  
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3rd, 10th, & 17th - 11 AM
Karr Activity Center
GREAT WORLD RELIGIONS:  JUDAISM
Step into the world of Great Religions:  Judaism, with the Great Courses DVD collections.  On these days, you will explore 'What is Judaism and Stages of History', 'Jewish Worship and the Calendar', and 'Philosophers and Mystics and The Legal Frameworks of Judaism.'  
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th & 11th
North Trolinger, 3rd Floor - 10 AM
New River House, 3rd Floor - 3:30 PM
COFFEE SOCIAL
Join neigbors and friends every Tuesday for refreshments and conversation.  Everyone throughout the Village is invited and welcome to attend. 
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th & 11th - 3 PM
Village Center Fitness Center
Ballroom Dance Class
Hosted by Sapphire Ballroom Studio.  Learn the steps to the Waltz, Rumba, Tango and Swing. Singles and partners welcome. Free for residents and fitness center members.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th & 18th - 7 PM
Karr Activity Center
BIBLICAL JOURNEYS 
Join us on the First and Third Tuesday of each month in the Karr Activity Center from 7 to 8:30 for an Interactive Bible Study.  This will be an opportunity to read, study, and share impressions with one another as to the Biblical meaning behind different books of the Bible.  Pastor Joe Volpi, our teacher, pastors Hope Chapel Blacksburg, which meets on Sundays at the Karr Activity Center at 10:30 serving the Warm Hearth Community. 
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th, 13th, & 20th
Karr Activity Center
GREAT WORLD RELIGIONS:  JUDAISM
Step into the world of Great Religions:  JudiAIsm, with the Great Courses DVD collections.  On these days you will discover 'The Jewish Library & The Emergence of Rabbinic Judaism', 'Individual Life-Cycles & God and Man/God and Community' and 'Common Judaism & Judaism and “Others”.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5th - 7 PM
Karr Activity Center
NRV BIRD CLUB OPEN MEETING
All are invited to attend the NRV Bird Club open meeting.  Residents of Warm Hearth Village do not need to be members to attend.  For more information, visit www.nrvbirdclub.org.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th & 20th - 10 AM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
HEADLINE NEWS DISCUSSION GROUP
Discuss top stories and launch into a rich and engaging conversation with attendees.  All points of view are welcome and all opinions are respected.  Coffee is provided.  
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th - 9:30 AM
Woodland Studio, Village Center 
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST CLUB
Join women from across the Village for a relaxed chat over coffee and pastries.  Open to guests and visitors.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th - 2 PM
Karr Activity Center 
REMINISCE WITH ROBBIE VANCE
Robbie Vance will play requests of your favorite old time tunes - with a few news ones as well.  Alternates each month with old time gospel music.  All are invited.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th - 3 PM
Karr Activity Center
1ST FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR
Let's celebrate birthdays, neighbors, friends and life in general.  Refreshments include cake and ice cream, wine and cheese along with seasonal favorites.  All are invited. 
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7th - 3 PM
Woodland Studio, Village Center 
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP
The Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group will meet the first and third Friday of the month.  This group is for anyone caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia.  Open to residents and community members.  For more information, contact Nicole Long at 443-3450.
Memory Cafe:  Thursday, December 27th
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10th - 7 PM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
I REMEMBER DECEMBER CONCERT
An eclectic collection of inspired Christmas songs written to awaken the spirit of the season.  This collaboration features talents of Virginia and West Virginia artists and musicians. 
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11th - 7 PM
Woodland Studio, Village Center
NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY OPEN MEETING
Our December meeting is always a presentation by members.  We plan nothing, but it works out.  Anyone is welcome to share photos of a trip; pics from their garden; a new website that they think plant people would enjoy; a new blog; a book; etc.  Non-members may join in also. 
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12th - 1 PM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
YOU CAN KEEP YOUR SMILE DURING RETIREMENT
For many retirement-aged people, dental benefits are not an option due to end of employment. But you still have a lot of living, eating and smiling ahead!  Come hear Dr. Damon Thompson of Real Life Dental discuss how to protect your teeth and smile as you age. Dr. Thompson will also be sharing a new financial option for those outside of traditional dental benefits.  Dr. Thompson is a native of Blacksburg. The oldest son of Dr. Dan Thompson (ret.), he graduated from Virginia Tech, attended Virginia Commonwealth University for dental school, and served in the US NAVY before returning to Blacksburg in 1999. He is the owner of Real Life Dental and Real Life Smiles in Downtown Blacksburg.
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12th - 7 PM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
BLACKSBURG COMMUNITY BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT
The Blacksburg Community Band returns to the Village Center with their blend of classic holiday favorites.  A Village favorite, you don't want to miss this concert.  Free and open to all.
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13th - 7 PM
Karr Activity Center
MOUNTAIN JAM 
A collection of musicians from the Crooked Road will lead an open jam session at the Karr Activity Center.  The perfect opportunity to see the performers that made Appalachian music famous.
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14th - 1 PM
Karr Activity Center
PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Our very own Santa (resident Roger Avery) will be in a jolly mood to have a picture taken with your pet! All are invited to come, however we ask that all dogs be on a leash and cats be brought in a carrier.  Dogs portraits will begin at 1pm and cats will begin at approximately 1:30.  Mini bags of treats for both dogs and cats will be available while supplies last.  Would you like to help out other pets?  Feel free to bring in your pocket change to donate to Micah’s Pets. (Not required for portrait or treat bag.)   
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16th - 10 AM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
BRUNCH AT THE HUCKLEBERRY CAFE
Menu changes bring a fresh selection of seasonal favorites to the buffet table.  Call 443-3801, Monday thru Friday, to book your reservation.  
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17th - 2 PM 
Woodland Studio, Village Center
VILLAGE QUILTERS
If you are a former or current quilter, or are interested in beginning quilting, please attend our informal meetings the third Monday of the month at 2pm.  For more information about the group, contact Bonnie Lawton at 951-1692 or bonlawton@me.com
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17th - 7 PM
Tall Oaks Hall, Village Center
BLACKSBURG COMMUNITY STRINGS HOLIDAY CONCERT
The strings aren't going to let the horns have all the fun.  Returning to the Village Center this December to delight an audience with their very own version of the holiday classics.  This concert is free and open to all.  
Transportation available:  Call 552-2419.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18th - 10:30 AM 
Carson Library
GREENER COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING
The goal of this group is to educate and support WHV's role in environmental health, discuss programs like recycling, informational programming and sustainable projects.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th
1pm:  South Trolinger
2pm:  North Trolinger
3pm:  New River House
SELF CARE DURING THE HOLIDAYS
The holidays can be a challenging time for us mentally, physically, and spiritually.  Stephanie Bryson, QMHP from the Women's Resource Center will be speaking about healthy relationships, mental health, and the importance of self-care during this time of year.  
There will be refreshments and door prizes!
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th - 1pm
Karr Activity Center
MAKE YOUR OWN GINGERBREAD HOUSE
Come make your own Gingerbread house!  This edible house will already be assembled for you, all you need do is decorate it with a variety of provided candies and frostings.  Feel free to bring your own candy to decorate with (or to share!).  All are welcome to come, but due to supplies, you must sign up by Friday, December 14th by emailing mbaker@warmhearth.org, or by signing up at the Enrichment Office located at the Karr Activity Center.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19th - 1:30 PM 
Village Center Living Room
WHV BOOK CLUB
Open for all to attend.  For more information on the current book selection or if unable to join the meeting, please contact Nancy Thomas at nantom200@gmail.com or call (804)514-0057.
Christmas To Go
From the Huckleberry Cafe
Pick up 12/24/18 – 10a/1p
$15.25 inclusive

Call 443-3801 to place an order.
Menu:
Sliced Smoked Ham w/ brown sugar bourbon glaze
Cheesy Potato Casserole
Pea Salad
Orange Cranberry Jello Salad
Glazed Baby Carrots
Fresh Baked Wheat Rolls
Apple or Pecan Pie w/ Chantilly Cream
WHV CLINIC CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
We are on the home stretch for completing the new Carilion operated walk-in Clinic!  As soon as the base for the parking lot dries out, we will begin paving. The exterior stone and siding material installation have started and the cabinetry and countertops inside the building are being installed.  The permanent heat will be turned on soon and interior finishes can be completed.  Our goal is to finish construction in mid-December, with Carilion seeing patients in January. 
Stay tuned and drive safely in the construction zone! 
CHRISTMAS CARD MAILBOX
The Christmas Card Mailbox is back at the Karr Activity Center.  This box is designed for Village residents to drop off holiday greeting cards to other campus residents.  The WHV Elves (WHV volunteers) will deliver them campus wide.  Final delivery will be made on Friday, December 21st.  
Would you like to be a Delivery Elf?  See Rodney or Rebecca at the Karr Activity Center for more information. 
Happy Holidays!
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