November 8th – November 14th, 2020 Forgotten Flicks: A Farewell to Arms (1932) Sunday, November 8th at 11:30 AM, and Saturday, November 14th at 8:00PM on Channel 1901 An American ambulance driver and an English nurse fall in love in Italy during World War I. Featuring Helen Hayes, Gary Cooper, and Adolphe Menjou. What’s My Line? Sunday, November 8th at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 10th at 10:00 AM, Friday, November 13th at 3:30 PM & Saturday, November 14th at 4:30 PM on 1901 1. Remember the TV show What's My Line? It ran in the United States on the CBS Television Network from 1950 to 1967, originally in black and white (except for the last season being in color), with subsequent U.S. revivals. The famous guests on the two shows this week are Lucy & Desi and Ronald Reagan! Tutankhamun Tomb - Incredible Story of Egyptian Pharaoh Documentary Sunday, November 8th, Monday, November 9th & Wednesday, November 11th at 4:00 PM on Channel 1901 The discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb, on November 4, 1922, by archaeologist Howard Carter, introduced the world to the Boy King—and to one of the most prized ancient Egyptian artifacts ever unearthed. This documentary explores new theories about the king’s death. Andre Rieu: Radio City Sunday, November 8th at 6:00 PM on Channel 1901 Enjoy the concert “Love in Maastricht” again! Followed by “Romantic Paradise” filmed in Italy. We’ve received great feedback, so please enjoy! Arts and Crafts- Open Craft Monday and Friday morning 10:00am to Noon, November 9th A392 in Arts & Craft room in Bridgegate. We welcome volunteers to help put the finishing touches on our merchandise for our 11/17 Fair. Please consider joining us. Marilyn Bambula ext. 5132, with any questions. Rhine & Moselle DVD Travelogue with Maryaldene Monday, November 9, 7pm in Assembly Hall Take a lovely trip from the source of the Rhine in Switzerland all the way to Trier on the Moselle. Please be prepared to wear your mask the entire time during this 60 minute travelogue. LIVE: The Show Must Go On! Monday Matinee: “Richard II” Monday, November 9th at 1:00 PM on 1902 This week’s offering is a 1997 television recording of Fiona Shaw in the title role of 'Richard II'. This play depicts the overthrow of the last of the direct-line Plantagenet kings. Veteran Voices: StoryCorp and & Andrew Fancher Presents “us” Monday, November 9th and Wednesday, November 11th at 6:00pm on 1901 StoryCorp, preserves and shares humanity’s stories in order to build connections between people and create a more just and compassionate world. This collection is stories of veterans, families, and more. Andrew Fancher records firsthand testimonies and stories from combat veterans. The Show Must Go On! “From Here to Eternity” Musical Tuesday, November 10th, and Thursday, November 12th at 7:00PM on Channel 1901 Pearl Harbor, 1941, where the girls sing "don'cha like Hawaii", the men of G Company sing the blues, and where even on an army base, love and desire are never very far away. A breath-taking, romantic and excitingly original show! Veterans Day Presentation and Concert for Friendship Village Veterans Wednesday, November 11, 11am-12:30pm or 4-5:15pm in Assembly Hall, RSVP x5420 by 11/10. All veterans will be honored and enjoy a patriotic concert. Each veteran will receive a small favor of appreciation. Spouses are welcome with a reservation too. Please indicate which show you would like when you call 11am or 4pm. Jill will only call you back if your first choice is full. Virtual Bingo, LIVE! Thursday, November 12th at 2:00 PM on Channel 1902 Turn your TV to 1902 to enjoy live Bingo! We play 5 regular bingo games, and one coverall. Winners will receive a candy bar and coveralls will receive three! Bingo cards are available at BWP and BG hospitality desks. Bingo in Assembly Hall Friday, November 13th at 2:00 PM in Assembly Hall Enjoy in person bingo, with winners receiving candy! The maximum participants have decreased to 25 people, any additional residents may sit in the foyer socially distanced. Friday Night Veterans Music Tributes Friday, November 13th starting at 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM on 1901 A collection of concerts honoring veterans, featuring veterans and more! Featuring Andre Rieu (5:00 ‐ 5:30pm), Satin Dollz (5:30 - 6:00pm), American Heroes Got Talent, (6:00 – 6:40pm) and the National Veterans Day Concert at Washington National Cathedral from 2018 (7:00 – 8:40pm). Starting times may vary by a few minutes. Saturday Morning Cartoons Saturday, November 14th at 6:00 AM on 1901 Embrace that young in your heart, everyone loves cartoons! Sing Along with Carla Saturday, November 14th at Noon Channel 1901 Did you know that singing is not only fun, it is good for you too? Research shows that singing has many benefits for your health, including boosting mood, relieving stress and optimizing cognitive function. Join us for a fun and healthy sing along, featuring familiar old favorites. Spiritual Life Centering Prayer Wednesday, November 11th, 1:30 pm; Cedar Atrium 2nd floor Join others for a devotional time of quiet meditation and spiritual reflection. Note the change of location for this week. Space is limited to 10 and masks must be worn. Call Chaplain Melanie with any questions x5015. Bible Study with Pastor Coleman Wednesday, November 11th, 1:45 PM; Assembly Hall Pastor Mark Coleman from Bethel Baptist Church leads a Bible study on the Book of Revelation, discussing chapter five. Masks must be worn, attendance limited to assure social distance. Contact Chaplain Melanie (x5015) if you have questions or have not signed up previously. Spiritual Support If you would like to make a prayer request, for yourself, or for another, you can call the Friendship Village prayer line (x5145). If you would like to speak with a chaplain, Chaplain Melanie (x5015) and Chaplain Jon (x5736) welcome your calls. Looking Ahead Farmgate Cleaners Tailoring and Alterations Service *Rescheduled Date Sunday, November 15th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM by the Fitness Center Connector As Farmgate Cleaners was not able to be at here on November 1st, they are returning on November 15th. They do alterations and repairs to clothing. Also, they now offer dry cleaning and washing/folding. Payment is made to Farmgate. You must wear a mask and keep social distancing at all times! Friendship Village does not endorse any vendors. This is offered as a service to you. Questions? Contact Jeannette 5539. A Peace to End All Peace – Part 1 or a 2 Part Series – Professor Gary Midkiff Monday, November 16th at 1:30 PM in Assembly Hall The Treaty of Versailles officially brought an end to WWI. It was supposed to make the “...world safe for democracy” (Woodrow Wilson) and make war obsolete. It failed to do any of these things and laid the groundwork for WWII as well as creating a Middle East that remains chaotic. This program is limited to 25 people. Register on Caremerge or by calling Jeannette at 5539. Masks required to attend! Holiday Fair Tuesday, November 17th on 2nd Floor of Bridgegate Atrium from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Just 10 days to go until our holiday fair. There will be many handcrafted items to choose from for holiday giving. Mark your calendar to join us. The Knitting and Crocheting Tuesday, November 17th A392 in Arts & Craft room in Bridgegate at 1:30 PM. Any questions please contact Joshlyn x5033 Schaumburg Fire Department to Decorate the Bridgegate Tree Thursday, November 19, 10am in the Bridgegate Main Atrium Stop by for a cup of hot cocoa and watch the fire department make our atrium a holiday extravaganza. Please note - you must be 6 feet apart from others and wear your mask properly at all times during the event. First come first serve for the hot cocoa and chairs. Announcements Veteran Pictures We are looking forward to expressing our gratitude to our beloved veterans by displaying their pictures on November 11th. We are asking each veteran to drop off a photo to Joshlyn’s office at A386 or call her at 5033. She would like you to share info on your years of service, branch served, and your peace time service. Please include your name on the back of your photo so that it can be returned. Home for the Holidays Family Recipes Deadline: November 15 Please turn in your favorite family recipes to Jill Steco or email [email protected] We will be collecting recipes and the chef and cooks will be testing the recipes and serving some of them in the dining rooms near the holidays. We will also feature your recipe and the story behind it (if there is an interesting story). Share your favorite recipe with your Friendship Village neighbors. Courtesy Bus Transportation Cancelled on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26. No doctors’ appointments will be scheduled on this day. .