In-Person Classes & Trips
Looking to learn with purpose in community?
Browse the upcoming in-person events & classes that require sign-up.
Dementia Learning for Residents and Community-Third Tuesday
Dementia education for the community and Garden Spot Village
Held the third Tuesday of each month, in the Theater at Garden Spot Village. This is a free event, and all are welcome.
June
Monday, June 8, 2pm| Watercolor Class – Art Studio
Art Studio
2PM
Art Guild Member: Free
Non-member Cost: $5 cash to teacher
Instructor: Marie Diehl
Wednesday, June 10 | Women in Community Breakfast | Cost: $8
8am, Village Park
Cost: $8
Allison Cuthie, Executive Director of CrossNet Ministries, will share pieces of her story: her upbringing, family life, and vocational journey, as well as how God has woven these experiences together for His purposes.
She’ll also offer a glimpse into the mission and her current work in CrossNet, and how lives are being impacted in our community.
Wednesday, June 10 depart 12:20pm | Annual PA Dairyman’s Milkshake Giveaway & Sensenig Feed Mill Tour
Depart 12:20pm from Apartment Suites Lobby for Railroad Ave, New Holland
Cost is Free
Wednesday, June 10 depart 6pm | Highland Presby’s Performing Arts: Reji Woods | Cost $8
Reji Woods and Company
Depart 6pm Apt. Suites Lobby for Lancaster
Cost: $8 transportation; offering received at church
Reji has performed throughout the United States and in Paris, Amsterdam, and India, enjoyed an extensive acting career Broadway/Off Broadway and at Sight & Sound Theatres in Lancaster, where he has performed in stage recordings of Jonah, Noah, Moses & Voices of Christmas!
Thursday, June 11, depart 10:30am | Lunch Bunch: Doc and Bubba’s | Cost: $8
Depart 10:30am from Apartment Suites Lobby for Mohnton
Cost is $8, transportation, meal cost on own.
Please note there is a 3% surcharge for credit card usage. A lively restaurant and cocktail bar serving creative American cuisine, craft drinks, live music, and seasonal flavors.
Thursday, June 11 | The Exchange Open House | Cost: $8
Depart 1 PM from Village Square South for Harrisburg
Cost:$8, transportation
Join us for an open house at The Exchange Harrisburg to tour the newest Garden Spot Community a 55+ Luxury Apartment Building
Approximate return time 4:30 PM
Friday, June 12, depart 10:30am | Lunch Bunch: Doc and Bubba’s | Cost: $8
Depart 10:30am from Apartment Suites Lobby for Mohnton
Cost is $8, transportation, meal cost on own.
Please note there is a 3% surcharge for credit card usage. A lively restaurant and cocktail bar serving creative American cuisine, craft drinks, live music, and seasonal flavors.
Saturday, June 13 depart 2pm | Calvary Church’s Festival of Favorites | Cost $8
Depart 2pm Apt. Suites Lobby
Cost: $8 transportation
You’re invited to join the Calvary Choir & Orchestra as they perform some of their favorite songs from the past five years. No tickets required. Doors will open at 2:30pm.
Saturday, June 13 | Prima Theatre: The Motown Club| Cost: $18
Saturday, June 13
Prima Theatre: The Motown Club
Depart: 12:45pm, Apartment Suites Lobby
Cost: $18 for ticket and transportation
Legendary Sound. Live Experience.
This isn’t just an original concert. It’s an environment. An experience. It’s THE MOTOWN CLUB.
Wednesday, June 17 depart 7:30am | UNTO Global Packing
7:30am depart Apt. Suites Lobby for Mount Joy.
Return approximately 2pm.
Help relieve suffering for people in the toughest places on earth and share the eternal hope of Jesus by preparing humanitarian supplies to ship to international partners. Volunteering contributes to restoring dignity and revealing hope!
Join our summer mission packing event with other GSV volunteers.
Lunch provided.
Closed-toe shoes required.
Registration closes Thursday, April 30.
Thursday, June 18, 1pm depart | Shopping Shuttle to Costco | Cost: $8
1 PM depart Apt. Suites Lobby for Costco.
Cost: $8 for transportation
Tuesday, June 23, 2pm – Art Studio | Creative Cards Class | Cost: $6
2pm | Art Studio
Instructor: Marie Diehl
Cost: $6
Make a brand new, hands-on creative card! Come create two cards. Bring scissors. Cost includes supplies.
Wednesday, June 24 or Thursday, June 25 | APARTMENT Dumpster Disposal Pickup | 9-11AM | FREE
9AM – 11AM
APARTMENT SIGN UP: GSV is clearing up & cleaning out together as we tackle closets, basements, garages and storage areas! Our goal is to declutter, dejunk and refresh our homes, workspaces and community, in partnership with Team Members and community volunteers.
No fee will be charged for staff time on these two mornings.
Wednesday, June 24 or Thursday, June 25 | COTTAGES, CARRIAGE HOMES & SYCAMORE SPRINGS Dumpster Disposal Pickup | 9-11AM | FREE
9AM – 11AM
COTTAGE, CARRIAGE HOMES & SYCAMORE SPRINGS SIGN UP: GSV is clearing up & cleaning out together as we tackle closets, basements, garages and storage areas! Our goal is to declutter, dejunk and refresh our homes, workspaces and community, in partnership with Team Members and community volunteers.
No fee will be charged for staff time on these two mornings.
Sunday, June 28 Depart 2:45pm | Raleigh Ringers | Cost $38
Depart 2:45pm Apt. Suites Lobby
Cost: $38 Show & transportation
The Raleigh Ringers is an internationally acclaimed, Emmy-nominated, advanced community handbell choir that dazzles concert audiences.
Tuesday, June 30 | Ice Cream Trail: Strasburg Creamery | Cost $8 + ice cream
Ice Cream Trail: Strasburg Creamery & General Store
1pm depart Apartment Suites Lobby
Cost: $8 transportation; ice cream on own.
We offer 24 ice cream flavors at a time, both traditional and unique flavors to the creamery including dairy free and gluten free options. Delicious and crafted with PA dairy and scratch-made ingredients including homemade waffle cones. We avoid artificial flavors and dyes! Newly remodeled and under new ownership/management since 2025!
July
Wednesday, July 1, depart 12:45pm | Fulton Theater: West Side Story | Cost: $18
Depart 12:45pm • Apartment Suites Lobby •
Ticket courtesy of GSV sponsorship. Cost is $8, transportation and $10, benevolent donation.
Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to 1950s New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. Approximate Typical Runtime: 2hrs 30min with intermission.
Tuesday, July 7 depart 8:30am | Big Boy Steam Locomotive Observation | Cost $8
Depart 8:30am Apartment Suites Lobby for Wernersville
Cost: $8 transportation; cost of meal on own
Travel to Wernersville Station in Wernersville, PA to observe the passing
of the last operating and biggest steam locomotive ever built (circa 1940s).
This 4-8-8-4 engine was designed to haul heavy loads over the steep inclines of the western states and is making a cross-country tour
for the 50th Anniversary of the USA.
**Bring a folding chair, appropriate weather gear, drinks, and snacks for a morning outdoors! This trip is not recommended for those with mobility issues.
Lunch on own at Lilly’s Ranch House & Creamery, West Lawn.
Wednesday, July 8 depart 6pm | Highland Presby’s Performing Arts: Final Boss Big Band | Cost $8
Depart 6pm Apt. Suites Lobby for Lancaster
Cost: $8 transportation; offering received at church
Final Boss Big Band is an 18-piece jazz ensemble that transforms legendary video game soundtracks into high-octane jazz. Music from games like Mario Bros., Zelda, Pokémon, Cuphead, Final Fantasy and more are reloaded with bold brass and virtuosic solos. Final Boss Big Band was formed in 2024 by professional jazz musician Kyle Kratzer. With custom arrangements and new premieres at every concert, the group creates an experience that thrills both jazz fans and gamers alike.
Thursday, July 9 depart 10am | Lancaster Stormers Baseball | Cost $8
vs. Maryland Blue Crabs
Cost: $8, GSV transportation or drive on own, FREE game ticket courtesy of GSV.
Concessions on own: Card Only
In an effort to expedite entry and for your safety, guests are prohibited from bringing non-clear bags, including backpacks and draw-string bags, into the ballpark. Only clutch purses and/or fanny packs (no larger than 5″ x 7″), clear bags (no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″), medical bags, and diaper bags will be permitted into Penn Medicine Park. All bags will be subject to inspection upon entry in accordance with security regulations. Strollers/ wheelchairs allowed.
Monday, July 13, 2pm, Art Studio | Mat Cutting Class
2pm, Art Studio
Art Guild Member: Free
Non-member Cost: $5 cash to teacher
Instructors: Marie Diehl & Cheryl Kropf
Tuesday, July 21 depart 9:30am | Stevens and Smith Center | Cost $24 + lunch
Depart 9:30am Apt. Suites Lobby for Lancaster
Tour 10am-12pm, Cost:$16 admission + $8 transportation + Lunch on own: Southern Market
The Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center is a new museum and education center by LancasterHistory, in Lancaster. Find inspiration in the courageous struggle for freedom and equality in America through exhibits, immersive media experiences, and educational programs.
Small City, Big History. Visit Lancaster’s Newest Museum.
Thursday, July 23, depart 11am | Bird In Hand: America: 250 Years of Freedom | $63
11AM Depart apartment suites lobby
Cost: $55 for lunch & show + $8 transportation = TOTAL: $63
Our nation’s 250th birthday deserves a grand celebration like never before. Join us on a journey through America’s most beloved songs and stories. You’ll hear the music you love, like America, the Beautiful, My Country ‘Tis of Thee and God Bless America.
Deadline to sign up: Monday, June 22
Sunday, July 26, depart 1pm for Ephrata | Ephrata Performing Arts Center (EPAC) presents 1776: The Musical | $46
Depart 1pm apartment suites lobby
Cost: $46, show & transportation
Experience the birth of America like never before in the bold and exhilarating musical 1776. With wit, drama, and a stirring score, this Tony Award-winning classic brings to life the passionate debates, clashing personalities, and high-stakes decisions that led to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. At the center are John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin—founding fathers portrayed not as distant legends, but as flawed, fiery individuals fighting for a new future. Both timely and timeless, 1776 is a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to build a nation—and the cost of making history.
Deadline to sign up: Wednesday, June 17
August
Wednesday, August 19, depart 7:30am | Elite: York Co. Goodies and History Tour | $109
7:30AM Depart apartment suites lobby
Cost: $109, All Listed Attractions, Lunch, Ice Cream, Guide, Motorcoach Transportation, Driver Gratuity, All Applicable Taxes, Fees & Gratuities
Join us today as we explore the rich history, picturesque landscapes and “Maker” Culture of York County, PA. We will visit locally owned shops while learning about York County’s central role in Pennsylvania’s history. We begin our day with a tour of The Popcorn Loft to learn how an idea was transformed into a specialty popcorn business. Grab your favorites to take home along with your sample bag. Next stop is Brown’s Orchard & Farm Market, known for local produce, award-winning cider, and baked goods, where you will have free time to shop. Everyone gets an Amish sugar cake to take home and a coupon for the Market. Lunch is at South County Brewing Company offering elevated pub fare. Meal choice will be picked from limited menu the day of trip. For the afternoon, we embark on a state-of-the-art immersive journey through York County’s History Center. Discover York County’s pivotal role in early expansion across Pennsylvania and its contributions to the Underground Railroad. Our last stop will be at Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop for an ice cream treat. The shop has nostalgic candy and quirky gifts. Everyone goes home with a sample “goodie” bag.
Deadline to sign up: Mon. July 20.