cultural & recreational...

2 0 1 8 V O L U M E I IA P R I L T O J U N E

Cultural & Recreational Program

Covenant Woods.T H E N E X T R I G H T C H O I C E I N Y O U R L I F E .

Living in this Continuing Care Retirement Community is like taking in a deep, refreshing breath of air. Responsibilities such as home maintenance and lawn care simply evaporate. Opportunities to do things that you enjoy and that contribute to good health expand in wonderful ways. Inside and out on the 86-acre Covenant Woods campus in Hanover County, the active life calls. Our fitness studio and fitness center are both state of the art. Walking trails, personal gardening spaces and an outdoor dining venue called The Terrace all contribute to a feeling of well-being. Make an appointment now to see available apartments and other residential choices that could be right for you.

804-569-8006 • www.covenantwoods.com

J O I N T H E

A D V E N T U R E 8 0 4 - 5 6 9 - 8 0 0 6

WWW.COVENANTWOODS.COM

April

Evening programs are held from 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. Please contact the Concierge at 804.569.8000 to confirm program location.

MONDAY, APRIL 2ND

“Mark Twain, FFV? America’s Most Beloved Author and the Old Dominion” presented by author Alan Pell Crawford

Reports of Mark Twain’s death were “greatly exaggerated” more than once. The more famous report was from when he was living in London in 1897. But it happened again a decade later when he had come to Virginia on a yacht that was enshrouded in fog off Hampton Roads. The New York Times reported that the yacht sank and Twain had drowned. Twain’s response was characteristically amusing. He told the Times he planned to conduct an “exhaustive investigation of this report that I have been lost at sea. If there is any foundation to this report, I will at once apprise the anxious public.” Twain, who

had come to Virginia for the Jamestown Exposition, had a special and—by historians, overlooked—relationship with the Old Dominion. Samuel Langhorne Clemens, aka Mark Twain, was proud of his Virginia roots. His father was John Marshall Clemens, “one of the F.F.V.’s of Virginia,” Twain’s daughter Susy wrote in her 1872 biography, Papa. This lecture will discuss Twain’s Virginia roots, which we should all take as much pride in as he did.

MONDAY, APRIL 9TH

“An Evening of Sultry Jazz” presented by Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen

Inspired by vocalists of yesteryear like Julie London, Doris Day and Nancy Wilson, Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen bring to life the great American Jazz Standards. Composers like Gershwin and Cole Porter make up the repertoire of this jazz trio and this evening will highlight the great American Songbook. Take a trip down memory lane with a singer that invites you to relax to the sounds of days gone by.

MONDAY, APRIL 16TH

Janet Giampietro Janet Giampietro is a Richmond celebrity known for her excellent wit and provocative insights found in her Richmond magazine monthly “And Another Thing…” column. Janet’s journalistic endeavors include her blog called “The Curious G,” which she claims is “a storage chest for questions, experiences and images about art, culture and travel. It’s an open space for sharing curiosities and discussion about them.”

MONDAY, APRIL 23RD

“A Few of Our Favorite Things” presented by Second Presbyterian Choir

The Choir of Second Presbyterian Church is comprised of 30 dedicated volunteer and professional singers who lead the weekly worship of its church family on Fifth

Street in downtown Richmond. The Choir will present a program of its favorite accompanied and a cappella sacred pieces.

TUESDAYS, APRIL 17TH AND 24THCHAIN MAILLE JEWELRY:

3 in 3 Bracelet with a Twist1:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the Pottery Studio

This two part class is the perfect beginner’s class for chain maille jewelry. Chain maille is an ancient art which has become popular for making beautiful jewelry. Learn how to open and close metal rings and interlink them to create a specific pattern. The

three-in-three bracelet is a simple pattern using sterling silver and twisted sterling silver jump rings. It is versatile – it can be worn as is or you can add charms to it at a later date. Chain maille does require good eye sight and the ability to hold/open/close small flat nose pliers. ALL materials will be provided by the instructor and flat nose pliers will be provided to borrow.

FEE: $25 for Residents/ $30 for Non-Residents

CLASS SIZE: Minimum of 4 participants; Maximum of 8 participants.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Deadline Tuesday, April 10th

Please call the registration line at 569-4201 to register.

S P E C I A L I N T E R E S T C O M M U N I T Y C L A S S E S

MONDAY, APRIL 30TH

“The Economic Impact of Tourism” presented by Jack Berry, CEO of Richmond Region Tourism

As the Region’s primary marketer, Richmond Region Tourism warmly welcomes meeting planners, tournament organizers, tour operators, travel media and leisure travelers. A nonprofit organization, Richmond Region Tourism offers a comprehensive array of information and services to assist the Richmond Region hospitality industry in benefiting from the powerful economic engine that is tourism.

TUESDAYS, MAY 22ND, 29TH, AND JUNE 5TH

Mosaic Glass Trivet 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the Pottery Studio

Join us for a fun beginner’s class in glass mosaics. This three part class will cover the fundamentals of creating a 6” x 6” trivet that can be hung on a wall or used decoratively (i.e. under a vase of fresh flowers). We’ll start by creating a small pattern or decide to go completely abstract and random. Next, you’ll select pieces of glass from the instructor’s stash and learn how to cut small mosaic pieces. During the second class, we’ll glue the pieces to the trivet background and get ready for the messy third class. Our final week will be spent grouting your creations and then doing a clean-up. You will be able to take your masterpieces with you when you leave.Note: Please bring a pair of safety glasses with you to class.

FEE: $25 for Residents/ $30 for Non-Residents

CLASS SIZE: Minimum of 4 participants; Maximum of 8 participants.

REGISTRATION: Begins: Wednesday, April 25th; Deadline: Thursday, May 10th

A P R I L O U T I N G S

APRIL 4

Afternoon Tea and tour of the Jefferson Hotel

APRIL 19

Richmond Times-Dispatch Tour

APRIL 21

Richmond Symphony Season Subscribers: “New World Symphony”

APRIL 25

Garden Week Tour of Agecroft Hall

APRIL 28

Broadway in Richmond Season Subscribers: 20th Anniversary of “Rent”

Registration is required for all outings. Details will be published in separate flyers or in the Covenant Woods’ Connections. For more

information and to register, please leave a message at 804-569-4201.

May

MONDAY, MAY 7TH

“Vintage Jazz” presented by Grace Street Seven

Jay Brown’s Grace Street Seven is a vintage Jazz Septet that performs songs in the tradition of early American dance bands from the 1920s-1930s. This versatile group specializes in playing Victrola Record transcriptions of vintage classics from the likes of Al Bowlly, Fletcher Henderson, Ray Noble and Irving Berlin. The instrumental line-up includes trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, tenor banjo, piano, upright bass and percussion/drums. Full of sophistication and exuding the nostalgia of early American Jazz, expect a dapper yet cheeky performance with a few fun surprises. This program was made possible, in part, thanks to the sponsorship of Covenant Woods’ Raymond T. Holmes, Jr. Community Services Fund, which seeks to serve seniors in the greater Hanover community.


MONDAY, MAY 14TH

“Stranger than Fiction:Great Art Heists in History” presented by Anne Kenny-Urban with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Discover what Japanese gangsters, bear spray and daring boat getaways have in common with noteworthy art thefts. In this lecture, you will travel the globe learning why museums from Amsterdam to Zimbabwe have been targets for thieves and what tools they used to elude detection. Find out who got caught…and who did not. This program has been organized by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and is supported, in part, by the Paul Mellon Endowment and the Jean Stafford Camp Memorial Fund.

MONDAY, MAY 21ST

“Spring Concert” presented by Covenant Woods’ Chorus, directed and accompanied by Sarah Williams

You don’t want to miss this special event! Covenant Woods’ Chorus will present a concert featuring classic and well-loved songs. Come and sing along.

MAY 9

Richmond Trolley Tour

MAY 10

Henrico Theater Company Subscribers: “Oklahoma!”

MAY 12

Richmond Symphony Season Subscribers: “Mason Bates: World Premier”

MAY 23

Tour of the Virginia State Capitol

M A Y O U T I N G S



MONDAY, JUNE 4TH

“A Kingston Trio Tribute” presented by Out of Time

The Kingston Trio was America’s favorite music before the British Invasion, but largely forgotten because it didn’t fit Oldies Rock radio format. More than just Tom Dooley and MTA, the Trio was one of the most prolific groups in recording history. Sinatra, the Beach Boys, Grateful Dead, Zeppelin, Roberta Flack, the Monkeys, Fleetwood Mac and Peter Paul & Mary all borrowed from their diverse anthology. People are awestruck now when they hear this music performed with the vibrant style of the Trio.

MONDAY, JUNE 11TH

Richmond SPCA presented by Tabitha Treloar, Director of Communications

The Richmond SPCA, founded in 1891, is a non-profit, no-kill humane organization dedicated to the principle that every life is precious. The Richmond SPCA is a national leader in humane care and education, having developed numerous lifesaving programs and services including those dedicated to adoption, rehabilitation, sterilization and education. They save the lives of more than 4,000 homeless animals each year and care for about 350 cats and dogs daily.

June

MONDAY, JUNE 18TH

“An Evening of Music” presented by Walt Street

Walt Street started his musical career while in the US Air Force as one of the Lead Vocalists with the US Tactical Air Command Band. Walt uses his incredible vocal talents to perform a wide variety of musical styles: Big Band, Jazz, Blues, Country, and Gospel. Music legends such as Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Neil Diamond are a source of inspiration.

MONDAY, JUNE 25TH

“Bald Eagles of the James River” presented by Captain Mike Ostrander

Just minutes from downtown Richmond is an incredible opportunity to see resident bald eagles in their natural habitat all year long! This program shares the story of a five mile stretch of the James River known as Jefferson’s Reach, and talks about five territories of resident bald eagles. Listen to the conservation success story of bald eagles on the James River, where just over 30 years ago there were none. Today, over 180 pair of resident bald eagles call the James River home. The James River is now considered to have the best bald eagle comeback on the entire North American continent.


JUNE 6

Swift Creek Mill Theater: “Always a Bridesmaid”

JUNE 16

Ashland Strawberry Faire

JUNE 20

Riverside Center for the Performing Arts: “Always: Patsy Cline”

J U N E O U T I N G S



Month at a GlanceC H E C K T H E P R O G R A M S

Y O U A R E I N T E R E S T E D I N

□ APR.2 “Mark Twain, FFV? America’s Most Beloved Author and the Old Dominion” presented by author Alan Pell Crawford □ APR.9 “An Evening of Sultry Jazz” presented by Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen□ APR.16 Janet Giampietro □ APR.23 “A Few of Our Favorite Things” presented by Second Presbyterian Choir □ APR.30 “The Economic Impact of Tourism” Presented by Jack Berry, CEO of Richmond Region Tourism

□ MAY.7 “Vintage Jazz” presented by Grace Street Seven□ MAY.14 “Stranger than Fiction: Great Art Heists in History” presented by Anne Kenny-Urban with The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts□ MAY.21 “Spring Concert” presented by Covenant Woods’ Chorus, directed and accompanied by Sarah Williams□ MAY.28 Memorial Day – No Program

□ JUNE.4 “A Kingston Trio Tribute” presented by Out of Time□ JUNE.11 Richmond SPCA presented by Tabitha Treloar, Director of Communications□ JUNE.18 “An Evening of Music” presented by Walt Street□ JUNE.25 “Bald Eagles of the James River” presented by Captain Mike Ostrander

7090 Covenant Woods D

riveM

echanicsville, VA 23111-7025

804-569-8006 • ww

w.covenantw

oods.com

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of federal

and state policies for the achievement of equal

housing opportunity. We encourage and support

an affirm

ative advertising and marketing program

in w

hich there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin. Th

e continuing care retirement

facilities and services offered herein are off

ered solely by Covenant W

oods, a Virginia Corporation,

which is not affi

liated with any outside continuing

care retirement facility or provider.

cultural & recreational...

Documents