Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters – Live at Court Square Theater
Nov
14

Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters – Live at Court Square Theater

VMRC is proud to be a sponsor for the Upbeat Downtown Music Series at Court Square Theater! Don’t miss Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters, bringing their legendary sound and timeless hits to the stage on Friday, November 14 at 7:30 PM.

Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 the day of the show.
For tickets and details, visit: courtsquaretheater.org

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End of the Innocence – Live at Court Square Theater
Oct
11

End of the Innocence – Live at Court Square Theater

VMRC is proud to sponsor the Upbeat Downtown Music Series at Court Square Theater!
Don’t miss End of the Innocence — a tribute to legendary songwriters Don Henley, Dan Fogelberg, Glenn Frey, Paul McCartney, and Neil Diamond — on Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 PM.

Tickets: $40 in advance | $45 day of show

For tickets and details, visit: courtsquaretheater.org

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Jazz, Dinner, Dancing
Oct
10

Jazz, Dinner, Dancing

Celebrate the end of Active Aging Week in style with a well-balanced meal to the soundtrack of jazz standards performed by local big band Just Jazzin’.

After the meal, hit the dance floor and dance the night away! The menu consists of nutritious seasonal dishes.

Register at the Wellness Center.

Cost - $15

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Guided Prayer Walk
Oct
10

Guided Prayer Walk

Join us, as a part of Active Aging Week, to engage in spiritual wellbeing through prayer together. Join Chaplain Steve for a time of prayer for the wellbeing of our campus, nation and world.

Meet at the Wellness Center lobby for an outdoor walk to the newest walking trail on campus off of Heritage Drive.

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Meditation with Chair Yoga
Oct
9

Meditation with Chair Yoga

Escape the noise and step into tranquility with our guided meditation as you immerse yourself in a serene environment and allow yourself to be led on a journey of inner exploration. Relax with deep breathing and chair yoga forms to detox the mind and body.

Transportation will be provided. Sign up at the Wellness Center.

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Beginner Pilates with Libbi Fitzgerald
Oct
8

Beginner Pilates with Libbi Fitzgerald

An exciting opportunity for intellectual wellness and nutrition appreciation. Dr. Kyle hosts a special lunchtime trivia event. Enjoy salad, chicken wings, and a healthy dessert while competing for prizes and bragging rights during the wellness-themed trivia game.

Sign up at the Wellness Center.

Cost - $8

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Wisdom & Wings Trivia
Oct
8

Wisdom & Wings Trivia

An exciting opportunity for intellectual wellness and nutrition appreciation. Dr. Kyle hosts a special lunchtime trivia event. Enjoy salad, chicken wings, and a healthy dessert while competing for prizes and bragging rights during the wellness-themed trivia game.

Sign up at the Wellness Center.

Cost - $8

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Giving Wisely in Changing Times: Year-End Strategies for Seniors
Oct
8

Giving Wisely in Changing Times: Year-End Strategies for Seniors

A special presentation will be given by Everence Financial focusing on tax-wise strategies for charitable giving. Learn how to make the most of your generosity while aligning with the principles of financial wellness.

Whether you’re a long-time donor or considering a new approach to giving, this informative session will help you give with greater confidence and impact.

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Special Screening:  Cycling Without Age
Oct
7

Special Screening: Cycling Without Age

Join us for a special screening of Cycling Without Age, A heartwarming documentary that follows a global movement bringing joy, freedom, and dignity to older adults through the simple act of a bike ride.

Make a difference - One ride at a time.

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Urban Art Walk in Downtown Harrisonburg
Oct
7

Urban Art Walk in Downtown Harrisonburg

Come appreciate the outdoors as we take a walking tour of the arts in Downtown Harrisonburg. Led by a tour guide from the Arts Council of the Valley, we will learn how the Friendly City advocates for art in our community. To conclude our tour, we will celebrate with lunch at a downtown restaurant.

Bus pick-up is at Park Gables at 10am. Sign up at the Wellness Center!

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Dimensions of Wellness Fair
Oct
6

Dimensions of Wellness Fair

You are invited to participate, learn, and have fun! Each booth will demonstrate how their services can benefit YOU. As you visit each booth, learn about your own wellbeing and how departments across VMRC can positively impact your personal wellness journey.

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39th Shenandoah Valley Watercolor Society Members’ Show
Oct
3

39th Shenandoah Valley Watercolor Society Members’ Show

The 39th Annual Shenandoah Valley Watercolor Society Members’ Show is underway! Stop by to see the amazing works of a dedicated group of watercolor artists whose talents illuminate our community!

Join us on Friday, Oct. 3, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for the First Fridays Artists Reception to be held in our Park Gables Gallery. There will be refreshments and the chance to speak with the artists and learn what inspires them.

You won’t want to miss this special annual showing that ushers us into the holiday season!

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Beyond the Basics: Smarter Strategies for Medicare and Healthcare Costs
Sep
16

Beyond the Basics: Smarter Strategies for Medicare and Healthcare Costs

Beyond the Basics: Smarter Strategies for Medicare and Healthcare Costs

Presented in partnership by the VMRC Foundation and Everence.

Join us for a free seminar designed to help you better understand Medicare and healthcare costs. The Everence team will cover:

  • Medicare Made Simple- Parts A, B, C & D explained clearly

  • Medicare Coverage Options- Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage

  • Open Enrollment Essentials- Key decisions to make each year

  • Smart Money Moves for Healthcare- Budgeting, insuring, and planning ahead

  • And More- Practical tips and resources to guide your choices

Everyone is welcome to attend, and no RSVP is required.

For questions, please contact Anna Carson at 540-564-6532 or acarson@vmrc.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Munro Family Dolls
Jul
11
to Aug 22

Munro Family Dolls

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The creative journey of Leslie Barham, a retired art teacher who is developing her own artistic voice, has led her to VMRC once more. This summer, her collection called “Munro Family Dolls” is featured in the Park Gables Gallery.

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Elder Exchange: “Digital Addiction: Influences and Dangers in the Digital World”
Jul
10

Elder Exchange: “Digital Addiction: Influences and Dangers in the Digital World”

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the public health concern over antibiotic resistance. Did you know that overprescribing antibiotics for sore throats is a major contributor to the problem? Julia Halterman, Senior Lecturer & Researcher in Biomedicine, EMU, and Founder and CEO of SalivIQ Diagostics, Inc., will discuss how innovations in testing for strep throat can be part of the solution.

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Elder Exchange: “Unreached People Groups After 50 years: Contemporary Challenges and Global Collaboration”
Jun
12

Elder Exchange: “Unreached People Groups After 50 years: Contemporary Challenges and Global Collaboration”

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the public health concern over antibiotic resistance. Did you know that overprescribing antibiotics for sore throats is a major contributor to the problem? Julia Halterman, Senior Lecturer & Researcher in Biomedicine, EMU, and Founder and CEO of SalivIQ Diagostics, Inc., will discuss how innovations in testing for strep throat can be part of the solution.

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Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - The Value of Jane Austen’s Legacy
Mar
21

Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - The Value of Jane Austen’s Legacy

When Jane Austen published her now-famous novels in the 1810's, the title pages did not even bear her name as the author. In the decades following their publication, few would have guessed that we would be talking about these texts in the twentieth century, let alone the twenty-first. Yet, over two-hundred years later, Austen and her novels have seeped into the zeitgeist and never left. In this talk, Dr. Christina Richieri Griffin, Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia Department of English, discusses Jane Austen’s life and works - what we know, what we don’t - and how Austen became the cultural touchstone she is today.

Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 at door; Call the VMRC Wellness Center, 540.574.3850

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