News & Events

The joys of daily life are many at Tel Hai … and worth staying aware of every day.

There’s always something going on at Tel Hai including a lot of fun. Take a look below to learn new news about Tel Hai, including any updates currently in the works, plus details about upcoming events, performances, lectures, classes, and group trips being planned.

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Retirement living is a journey, and we’re happy our residents are taking that journey with us. View the many events and trips we have planned to make that journey satisfying and enjoyable!

Upcoming Residential Living Marketing Events

Taste of Tel Hai Luncheon

Join us for an in-person ‘Taste of Tel Hai’ event to hear more about the Tel Hai lifestyle and why it could be perfect for you! Enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about the residential living options available in our Life Plan Community. 

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Upcoming Community Events

Resale Shop Open
Friday, May 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.

Resale Shop Open
Friday, June 19, 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.

Exit Strategy
Friday, June 19, 7:30 PM

As a classic rock cover band based in Chester County, Exit Strategy brings timeless hits to life with passion and precision. They pay homage to the legends of rock from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, featuring songs from bands like Cream, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, The Police, Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynyrd and U2. Event held at The Hillside Amenities of Tel Hai Outdoor Amphitheater, 1301 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook, PA.

Swing Time Dolls: Presenting GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM!
Friday, July 10, 7:15 PM

This all-female vocal group shines a new light on the tunes of the 60s American Hit Parade with their new show GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM! The Dolls will take you back in time with hits from Nancy Sinatra, The Mamas and The Papas, Jefferson Airplane, and many more! Dust off your go-go boots, pull out your miniskirts, and rock to all your favorites! Event held at The Hillside Amenities of Tel Hai Outdoor Amphitheater, 1301 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook, PA.

Resale Shop Open
Friday, July 17, 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.

Big Boy Brass
Tuesday, August 11, 7 PM

Big Boy Brass is an eight-piece brass band that plays energetic New Orleans-style brass band music, pulling inspiration from rock, pop, and funk influences. Performing at Lancaster’s “Roots and Blues Fest” and the Exit Zero Jazz Fest, this group is well known in the Mid-Atlantic region. Event held at The Hillside Amenities of Tel Hai Outdoor Amphitheater, 1301 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook, PA.

Resale Shop Open
Friday, August 21, 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.

Art gallery Denise Kimes

Featuring Artist Linda Beiler

On Display: April & May 2026

As a skilled and celebrated wheat weaving and straw artist, Linda Beiler is an expert in this timeless craft. With a passion for preserving traditional techniques and a talent for inspiring creativity, Linda is a well-versed teacher, published author of “Wheat Weaving & Straw Art” and juried member of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, Lancaster Designer Craftsmen and Reading-Berks Guild of Craftsmen.

MEET THE ARTIST: Meet Linda on
Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 1 – 3 PM in the gallery.

Art gallery Denise Kimes

Featuring Artist Ryan Bunch

On Display: June & July 2026

As a young, up-and-coming artist, Ryan Bunch celebrates the connection of people, animals and nature through beautiful, unique and stunning charcoal portraits. With a keen attraction to shape and form, Ryan focuses on each creation through the lens of beauty and aesthetic. He strives to emulate our Creator and derives inspiration from what He has made.

MEET THE ARTIST: Meet Ryan on
Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 1 – 3 PM in the gallery.

International Trips

Are you ready to reignite your passion for travel, learning and culture? From touring the Holy Lands in Israel to basking in the sun in Bermuda, Tel Hai plans a vast array of local, regional and international trips, providing 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.

alaskan cruise ship

Alpine Odyssey & Oberammergau Passion Play Tour

In conjunction with Educational Opportunities Tours, Tel Hai Retirement Community residents, team members and friends of the community joined Chaplain David Hicks for a 9-day ‘Alpine Odyssey Tour & Oberammergau Passion Play’ in Germany & Austria!

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Israel: Walk Through the Bible Tour

In conjunction with Educational Opportunities Tours and The Jerusalem Center for Biblical Studies, Tel Hai Retirement Community residents, team members and friends of the community joined Chaplain David Hicks for trips to the Holy Land!  Time was spent in reflection at the most significant sites from the Old and New Testaments, including Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Nazareth, the Jordan River and Golan Heights, the Sea of Galilee, Jericho, the Dead Sea and Masada.

Monthly Event Calendars

Tel Hai residents express their passions many ways… from swimming, billiards, tai chi, and pickleball, to card games, book clubs, watercolors, model trains, live music performances, wood crafting, and so much more.  Resident of Tel Hai are living retirement life their way, as they should. Download our monthly event calendars for a sneak peek on what’s going on at the ‘Hill of Life!’

Our Lifestyle Magazine – Tel Hai Life
Inspiring & Enriching Stories of ‘Life on the Hill’

Filled with news, stories, events and happenings of daily life at Tel Hai, and the residents who do the living, Tel Hai Life is “The Magazine of the Tel Hai Retirement Community.” We hope you enjoy browsing our current and past issues and we encourage you to join our mailing list so you can receive the most recent copy of Tel Hai Life sent directly to your home for free!