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Life at Tel Hai is enriching and rewarding. From aquatic classes and concerts to lectures and luncheons, we’d love to see you. Let’s pair your interests and passions with our community… you’ll discover that there is something for everyone! Our calendars are jam-packed with life-enhancing events that will keep your mind engaged, your body energized, and your spirit lifted.
At Tel Hai, our doors are always open. We welcome our neighbors and the greater community to attend events and activities. Unless otherwise noted as an exclusive, resident-only event or fee charged, most events are free and open to the public.
The What’s New- our residential living newsletter and calendar which you can view by clicking ‘Download Monthly Activity Calendar’- is a great example of our current month’s programming!
GriefShare Workshop Series
Tuesdays, September 17- December 10, 1 PM
GriefShare is a special seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Led by caring members of the Pastoral Care team, sessions include video seminar with experts, support group discussion, and focus on personal study and reflection. Registration is recommended. Nominal fee charged. Contact Chaplain David Hicks at dhicks@telhai.org or 610-273-9333 ext. 2443. (Event held in StoneCroft Commons- Scalies Private Dining Room- located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
The Resale Shop Open
Friday, September 20, 9 AM – 1 PM
Tel Hai’s Resale Shop is an on-campus thrift store (open once a month) providing quality used items at unbelievably low prices. (The shop is located in the Hertzler Apartments building- follow signage. All proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund.)
Chesco Saxophone Quartet
Friday, September 20, 7:30 PM
Having played together and apart in various bands and orchestras since the ‘80s, the Chesco Saxophone Quartet will share their passion for saxophone music with tunes from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and beyond. Arrangements and features include West Side Story, the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkle and Electric Light Orchestra. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Travelogue: A Western United States Adventure
Monday, September 23, 2:15 PM
Join Tel Hai resident Rich Toscano and Bill Englerth, as they recap the ultimate road trip— a Western United States adventure! The presentation will include colorful slides and stories from Little Big Horn, Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, and scenes from South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, and Utah. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Taste of Tel Hai Luncheon
Thursday, September 26, 11 AM
Join Residential Living Counselor Tracy Weaver as she shares about Tel Hai at an in-person ‘Taste of Tel Hai’ event. Learn more about the Tel Hai lifestyle and decide if it could be perfect for you! Join us for a delicious lunch where you’ll learn about residential living options. You will get a great overview of our Life Plan Community. RSVP required by September 19. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.) This event is now at capacity and registration is closed.
A Window to the Past: The Boyertown Opera House Fire
Monday, September 30, 2:15 PM
Boyertown community members Margaret Harner and Luann Zambanini will share about the devastating Boyertown Opera House fire of January 13, 1908, a tragedy that deeply affected the community. We’ll explore the fire’s history, its lasting influence on the safety regulations we experience today, and family ties. This event is a valuable opportunity to learn about Boyertown’s history and the fire safety advancements. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Emergency Department Stories & More
Monday, October 7, 2:15 PM
Born and raised on a Mennonite farm in the rural south, Esther Stoltzfus— the youngest of eight children— knew since the age of 5 she was destined to be a nurse. Join Esther as she shares highlights of her 41-year career as a Registered Nurse, along with vignettes of life in the south, and stories of her journey to Pennsylvania. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Larry McMurtry: One-of-a-Kind American Writer of Past Half-Century
Monday, October 14, 2:15 PM
Join Tel Hai resident, journalist and speaker Craig Garner as he shares with us the life and achievements of author, public intellectual and passionate bookseller Larry McMurtry. Hailing from a dusty Texas Plains small town to became one of our most beloved writers, McMurtry produced 40 books over 60 years. He was one of the last American writers who had direct contact with this country’s pioneer traditions, and many of his books were turned into classic movies or TV series such as “Lonesome Dove” and “Terms of Endearment.” (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
The Resale Shop Open
Friday, October 18, 9 AM – 1 PM
Tel Hai’s Resale Shop is an on-campus thrift store (open once a month) providing quality used items at unbelievably low prices. (The shop is located in the Hertzler Apartments building- follow signage. All proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund.)
Pianist Jeffrey Uhlig & Our Three Tenors
Friday, October 18, 7:30 PM
Join us for a captivating evening of music with Jeffrey Uhlig and friends. Jeffrey has appeared as collaborative pianist in many concerts in America and Russia, with notable performances at The Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., and at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York. He plays regularly with many members of The Philadelphia Orchestra including Concert Master David Kim, Principal Cellist, Hai-Ye Ni and Principal Trombonist, Nitzan Haroz. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Explore Retirement Living Open House
Saturday, October 19: 10 AM – 4 PM
Visit Tel Hai for the ‘Explore Retirement Living Open House’ as we join several other communities in Lancaster and Chester Counties for our annual fall open house! Take the first step by discovering our full-range of expansive amenities, continuing care services, and residential living options including cottages, apartments and personal care accommodations. Registration recommended. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
William Chester Ruth: Inventor & Entrepreneur
Monday, October 21, 2:15 PM
William Chester Ruth was an African American machinist, business owner, and patented inventor who lived in Chester & Lancaster counites. One of Ruth’s most successful patented farm inventions was the self-lifting elevator for conveying bales of hay or straw, ears of corn, and bags of grain or feed into storage. Ruth’s granddaughter, Gwendolyn Ruth Dickinson, presents his story told through memorabilia and pictures, her own experiences, and recollections including a short documentary film. It features firsthand accounts of farmers, patrons and neighbors who knew the man and utilized his Wm. C. Ruth machine shop to keep their farms and businesses running. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Fall Worship Celebration Service
Wednesday, October 23, 7 PM
Join us in worship with music led by our Tel Hai Choir. Event will include time for meditation and prayer. Our non-denominational services and programming welcomes individuals of all faiths. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
The Corps of Discovery: Lewis and Clark’s Great Adventure
Monday, October 28, 2:15 PM
With the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, the United States gained more than 800,000 square miles of new, largely unexplored, territory. President Jefferson launched an expedition – The Corps of Discovery – to explore all the way from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Come paddle, ride, and trek with Lewis and Clark, and their company as they spend two years of unprecedented hardships and triumphs on the greatest adventure of the American West. Local historian, lecturer and writer David Walter will lead us on this adventure. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Taste of Tel Hai Luncheon
Tuesday, October 29, 11 AM
Join Residential Living Counselor Tracy Weaver as she shares about Tel Hai at an in-person ‘Taste of Tel Hai’ event. Learn more about the Tel Hai lifestyle and decide if it could be perfect for you! Join us for a delicious lunch where you’ll learn about residential living options. You will get a great overview of our Life Plan Community. RSVP required by October 22. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Marvin & Miriam Weaver: Shady Maple Farm Market & Smorgasbord
Monday, November 4, 2:15 PM
Join the owners of Shady Maple Farm Market and Smorgasbord—Marvin and Miriam Weaver— as they share about the history and growth of Shady Maple! Founded in 1962 as an East Earl farm market by Miriam’s parents Henry and Edna Martin, they sold produce from a roadside stand under two maple trees in front of their farmhouse. In 1970, Marvin and Miriam took over the family business, opened the first Shady Maple Farm Market building, and expanded the business into several ventures. Members of Blue Ball Mennonite Church and married for 57 years, the Weavers will share how the Lord has richly blessed their family and the community. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Journey to Promontory: Linking the Two Great Oceans
Monday, November 11, 2:15 PM
The dream of Manifest Destiny could not be fully realized until transportation between the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts was made easier and faster. Technology, engineering, sheer muscle power and a bit of financial and legislative corruption completed the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. Join local historian, lecturer and writer David Walter as he shares the story of men with foresight, men seeking wealth, Chinese and Irish laborers, “Hell on Wheels” camps, and engineering challenges. Come journey to promontory and learn more about the tremendous achievement that linked East to West. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Taste of Tel Hai Luncheon
Thursday, November 14, 11 AM
Join Residential Living Counselor Tracy Weaver as she shares about Tel Hai at an in-person ‘Taste of Tel Hai’ event. Learn more about the Tel Hai lifestyle and decide if it could be perfect for you! Join us for a delicious lunch where you’ll learn about residential living options. You will get a great overview of our Life Plan Community. RSVP required by November 7. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
The Resale Shop Open
Friday, November 15, 9 AM – 1 PM
Tel Hai’s Resale Shop is an on-campus thrift store (open once a month) providing quality used items at unbelievably low prices. (The shop is located in the Hertzler Apartments building- follow signage. All proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund.)
Moving Made Easy
Friday, November 15: 12 PM – 2 PM
We make it easy to transition from your home to Tel Hai. Learn how to ready your finances, prepare your home to sell and sort through your stuff! Gain valuable information from trusted vendors and vetted speakers on a variety of move-related topics. (Ready-Set-Go Program members are invited to an exclusive early entry time beginning at 10 AM.) Seating is limited. Registration required. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, November 16, 10 AM – 2 PM
From home-based businesses to skilled craftsmen, our annual Holiday Bazaar is a great place to get a head start on holiday shopping. Local vendors display their wares, including handcrafted woodwork, artisan jewelry, artwork, pottery, and florals. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Crystal and Light
Friday, November 22, 7:30 PM
Join us for a delightful evening with Jocelyn Crosby and Faith Wasson on flute, accompanied by Douglas Wimer on piano. Jocelyn is a concert flutist, freelance performer and collaborative musician based in Lancaster, PA. Faith is an international performing artist, having performed throughout Europe and North America as orchestral, chamber musician and soloist. Doug is currently the organist and choirmaster of St. Stephen Reformed Presbyterian Church, New Holland, and owner/president of the Buch Organ Company in Ephrata, Pa. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Thanksgiving Eve Celebration Service
Wednesday, November 27, 7 PM
Join us in worship at our yearly Thanksgiving Eve Celebration Service, which is a special service of praise with time for music and meditation featuring the Tel Hai Choir. Our non-denominational services and programming welcomes individuals of all faiths. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Jingle & Mingle Dessert Reception & Open House
Tuesday, December 3 or Tuesday, December 10: 12:30 PM
Experience the warmth and joy of the holiday season at Tel Hai. Join us for a dessert reception, short presentation and tours of community common spaces, amenities and well-appointed residential living accommodations. Seating is limited. Registration required. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Lukens Band – Celebrate the Holidays
Friday, December 6, 7:30 PM
Celebrate the holiday season with a wonderful evening of entertainment with the 30-plus piece Lukens Concert Band. The band is a community concert band comprised mainly of adult musicians, and it benefits from the support of The Huston Foundation and The Stewart Huston Charitable Trust. Under the direction of Richard S. Miller, the bands origins date back to 1911. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
LanChester Chorus – Christmastime
Thursday, December 12, 7:30 PM
Founded in 1950, the Chorus consists of 25-30 mixed voices from communities with Lancaster and Chester counties and has been meeting in Christiana for the past 70 years! With rotating chorus members, the group has performed at venues including the Brandywine River Museum, Longwood Gardens, the Pennsylvania State Capitol, and the Convention Hall in Cape May. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
The Resale Shop Open
Friday, December 13, 9 AM – 1 PM
Tel Hai’s Resale Shop is an on-campus thrift store (open once a month) providing quality used items at unbelievably low prices. (The shop is located in the Hertzler Apartments building- follow signage. All proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund.)
Christmas Choral Concert
Wednesday, December 18, 7 PM
Join us in worship with music led by our Tel Hai Choir. Event will include time for meditation and prayer. Our non-denominational services and programming welcomes individuals of all faiths. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Brandywine String Quartet – A Holiday Show
Friday, December 20, 7:30 PM
The Brandywine String Quartet was founded in 2022 by four colleagues with a passion for chamber music. The Quartet is well-versed in performances featuring works by Ravel, Schubert, Beethoven, and more. The heart of the quartet lies in the profound commitment to both artistry and education, embodying a collective spirit of lifelong learning and artistic pursuit. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Service
Tuesday, December 24, 3 PM
This joyous Christmas Eve service will celebrate the birth of our Savior with guest musical performers. Our non-denominational services and programming welcomes individuals of all faiths. (Event held in The StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook.)
Tel Hai boasts an impressive array of professional and in-house resident artists’ work on display in the Clark Gallery, located within StoneCroft Commons. The resident-led Art Task Force welcomes the public to enjoy the gallery and discover more about the featured artist, their technique and each curated collection. The Clark Gallery is located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook. Parking is available adjacent to the entrance of StoneCroft Commons.
Featuring Needlework: A Tel Hai Resident Collection
On Display: September 2024
This curated display will include an assortment of needlework by Tel Hai residents, including cross-stitch, needlepoint, crochet, embroidery and knitted pieces. The countless hours invested into this painstaking collection will be a treat for the eyes that you won’t want to miss!
Featuring Artist Karen Ott Neumann
On Display: October & November 2024
Trained as a medical illustrator at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Karen worked as a Medical Illustrator and taught art at several area colleges. She’s a watercolor artist who enjoys showing depth and distance in her paintings, making a one-dimensional surface look three-dimensional with watercolor, acrylic or ink. She’s an inspired artist who enjoys conveying His handiwork through her paintings. Meet Karen on Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 1-3 PM in the gallery for our ‘Meet the Artist’ event!
Featuring Artist Gladys Zeiset
On Display: December 2024 & January 2025
Gladys— a self-taught artist— enjoys art through the lens of beauty and views it as a reflection of our Master Creator. She uses observation, reading, visiting art shows and galleries for her inspiration and her background includes chalk talks, murals and commissions. Her collection includes florals and still scenes including the outdoors, animals and birds in both oil and acrylic. She sells her art privately and displays at the Lititz Art Show and the Landis Woods Art Show. Meet Gladys on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 1-3 PM in the gallery for our ‘Meet the Artist’ event!
Tel Hai plans community-sponsored day trips, shopping excursions, overnight motor coach tours and land-and-sea cruises throughout the year to popular and in-demand destinations.
From touring the Holy Lands in Israel to basking in the sun in Bermuda, a vast array of local, regional and international trips provide residents with a wide range of choices for every interest. For many, the journey is as much fun as the destination when traveling with their neighbors and friends.
For questions on future Tel Hai sponsored trips, contact Chaplain David Hicks at dhicks@telhai.org or 610-273-9333 ext. 2443.
