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Random Acts of Christmas Kindness (RACK) ~Month of December Spreading joy to others is one of the best ways to share the Christmas spirit. The Wellness Center is

encouraging the Sunnyside campus to spread cheer with the use of Random Acts of Kindness cards. RACK cards

are available in the Wellness Center and the Life Enrichment Office, AL 3rd Floor.

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Concert Band Flute Choir Performance Sunday, December 2, 2 pm, Meredith Chapel

Chapel Talk: “The Weaving of Secular Christmas Stories with Sacred Stitchings”

Wednesday, December 5, 2 pm, Meredith Chapel, Rev. Dr. Will Lowrance, Sunnyside Chaplain They wake me up in the middle of the night whispering, "It is time to start writing." Ever since teaching an

adult Sunday school class on "The Secular Stories of Christmas with Sacred Meanings," and being challenged by

the class to write my own secular Christmas Story; I have been awakened in the wee-hours on these nights before

Christmas; only to find myself with shivery feet typing madly away on the next story. Thirty-six stories and many

years later, I will read several of my original stories each sewn with the sacred threads of the season. Interspersed

between readings, you will be invited to sing a corresponding Secular Carol or Sacred Hymn.

“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas”

Festive Dinner for all Eiland Center ResidentsFestive Dinner for all Eiland Center ResidentsFestive Dinner for all Eiland Center ResidentsFestive Dinner for all Eiland Center Residents

Thursday, December 6, 5 pm, Bethesda TheatreThursday, December 6, 5 pm, Bethesda TheatreThursday, December 6, 5 pm, Bethesda TheatreThursday, December 6, 5 pm, Bethesda Theatre

Sunnyside Singers Concert, “Come and Hear the Joyful Singing” Saturday, December 8, 2 pm, Meredith Chapel

James Madison University Men’s Chorus, Monday, December 10, 1:45 pm, Meredith Chapel This 30 voice, non-auditioned ensemble is directed by JMU’s Music Education Assistant Professor and

Associate Director of Choral Activities, Dr. W. Bryce Hayes.

EMU Preparatory Music Program, Wednesday, December 12, 6:30 pm, Meredith Chapel Students from EMU's Preparatory Music Program will present a concert of classical and holiday music,

including favorites “Joy to the World,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” and more. Students range in age from

five to 17 and play violin and piano in a mix of solo and group performances.

Sentimental 4 Performance, Friday, December 14, 6:30 pm, Meredith Chapel Sentimental 4 is a band of friends who bring music from the early to mid-1900’s in the Benny Goodman

style. The concert will include Christmas music and melodious favorites from the past.

It’s a Wonderful Life, Saturday, December 15, 3 pm– 4 pm, Meredith Chapel Come see and hear your Sunnyside neighbors as they recreate the 1947 radio-play version of "It's a

Wonderful Life." A year after the classic film's release, it was adapted for the radio, and the broadcast included

Jimmy Stewart, Donna Reed, and other members of the original film cast. George and Mary Bailey, Clarence the

angel, Ma Bailey, mean old Mr. Potter, Uncle Billy, Mr. Gower, Bert, Ernie, and so many more of the wonderful

characters presenting their wonderful moving story. Join us for this holiday favorite, help Clarence get his wings

and be ready to sing along at the end of the show!

Check back page for activities and short trips that require sign up. Make your reservations today!

Mini Wonders Lecture and Display Tuesday, December 18, 2:45 pm Meredith Chapel, Mary Broaddus, Artist Mary Broaddus (wife Jack Broaddus, our

CEO) will display and explain the creation of her

whimsical, miniature houses and furnishings—

beautifully detailed art pieces made to 1:12 scale.

You won’t want to miss this show that is sure to

make you smile.

Massanutten Brass Quintet Tuesday, December 18, 7 pm, Meredith Chapel

Eiland Center Library New Books

For descriptions of the following new books,

check the library bulletin board.

Transcription by Kate Atkinson

The Reckoning by John Grisham

For the Glory by Duncan Hamilton

Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

~Pat Harkins

December Surprises ~~~~

Keep your eyes open for…Keep your eyes open for…Keep your eyes open for…Keep your eyes open for…

“Where’s Rudolph?”“Where’s Rudolph?”“Where’s Rudolph?”“Where’s Rudolph?”

Open House Scavenger HuntOpen House Scavenger HuntOpen House Scavenger HuntOpen House Scavenger Hunt

December TriviaDecember TriviaDecember TriviaDecember Trivia

Secret SantasSecret SantasSecret SantasSecret Santas

7 Mrs. Janet Einstein7 Mrs. Janet Einstein7 Mrs. Janet Einstein7 Mrs. Janet Einstein

8 Mrs. Ruth Stanley8 Mrs. Ruth Stanley8 Mrs. Ruth Stanley8 Mrs. Ruth Stanley

10 Mrs. Edna Armstrong10 Mrs. Edna Armstrong10 Mrs. Edna Armstrong10 Mrs. Edna Armstrong

11 Mrs. Kathryn “Kitty” Leggett11 Mrs. Kathryn “Kitty” Leggett11 Mrs. Kathryn “Kitty” Leggett11 Mrs. Kathryn “Kitty” Leggett

24 Mrs. Tommie Sue Richardson24 Mrs. Tommie Sue Richardson24 Mrs. Tommie Sue Richardson24 Mrs. Tommie Sue Richardson

26 Mrs. Anne Bishop26 Mrs. Anne Bishop26 Mrs. Anne Bishop26 Mrs. Anne Bishop

30 Mrs. Betty Ann Harvey30 Mrs. Betty Ann Harvey30 Mrs. Betty Ann Harvey30 Mrs. Betty Ann Harvey

Tea, Coffee and Socials Reservations are not required.

Men’s Coffee with Will—Monroe Room Mondays, December 3 & 17, 9:30 am

“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas”“A Williamsburg Christmas” Festive Dinner ~ Bethesda TheatreFestive Dinner ~ Bethesda TheatreFestive Dinner ~ Bethesda TheatreFestive Dinner ~ Bethesda Theatre

Thursday, December 6, 5 pmThursday, December 6, 5 pmThursday, December 6, 5 pmThursday, December 6, 5 pm Coffee Houre—Monroe Room

Mondays, December 10 and 31, 10 am

Wine and Cheese Social Tuesday, December 11, 2:30 pm, Craft Room

Town Meeting—Bethesda Theatre Wednesday, December 12, 10:30 am

Eiland Center Residents and StaffEiland Center Residents and StaffEiland Center Residents and StaffEiland Center Residents and Staff Christmas PartyChristmas PartyChristmas PartyChristmas Party

Thursday, December 20Thursday, December 20Thursday, December 20Thursday, December 20 Bethesda TheatreBethesda TheatreBethesda TheatreBethesda Theatre

Drop in anytime 2:30Drop in anytime 2:30Drop in anytime 2:30Drop in anytime 2:30————4 pm4 pm4 pm4 pm

Activities and Short Trips Reservations are Required!

Shopping at Target Friday, December 7, departing 1 pm

Christmas Lights Trip Thursday, December 19, departing 6:30 pm

Out to Lunch at the Highlands Thursday, December 27, departing 11:15 am

Call Anita (8225) to sign up. Trips depart from the Corson Lobby

Sunnyside Re�rement Community

Eiland Assisted Living Center—Life Enrichment

Anita Landes (568-8225) Sandy Turner (568-8606)