Celebration of Lights
An annual community highlight since the mid-1990s, the Celebration of Lights provides an evening for residents and community members to honor and remember those who have gone before us.
Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - The Value of Jane Austen’s Legacy
When Jane Austen published her now-famous novels in the 1810's, the title pages did not even bear her name as the author. In the decades following their publication, few would have guessed that we would be talking about these texts in the twentieth century, let alone the twenty-first. Yet, over two-hundred years later, Austen and her novels have seeped into the zeitgeist and never left. In this talk, Dr. Christina Richieri Griffin, Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia Department of English, discusses Jane Austen’s life and works - what we know, what we don’t - and how Austen became the cultural touchstone she is today.
Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 at door; Call the VMRC Wellness Center, 540.574.3850
VMRC Vespers Service: The Rockingham Chorus
Join VMRC residents as we welcome back The Rockingham Male Chorus to our campus. The Chorus is directed by David MacMillan and will preform a concert of sacred music for the audience to enjoy.
VMRC's Resident Arts and Crafts Sale
VMRC residents are hosting their Annual Arts and Crafts Sale. Come and check out all the beautiful art, holiday decorations, and much more.
Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - Gene Editing and the Good Life
Dr. James C. Peterson is the Schumann Professor Emeritus of Ethics at Roanoke College and a faculty member at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. He has been a research fellow in molecular and clinical genetics on grant from NIH and written books such as Changing Human Nature: Ecology, Ethics, Genes, and God. We are now starting to edit genes in patients and their children. Peterson will give a first-hand report of how geneticists across the world have been meeting to discern and encourage the best use of this transformative technology for healing human disease, and maybe even enhancement.
Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 at door; Call the VMRC Wellness Center, 540.574.3850
Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - Equal Partners: Vocal and Pianistic Story-Telling through Music and Poetry
Marie Engle, mezzo-soprano and doctoral student at Northwestern University and Mary Castello, collaborative pianist at Acadia University, perform two masterworks of the art song repertoire: Robert Schumann’s Dichterliebe (poetry by Heinrich Heine) and Gabriel Faure’s La bonne chanson(poetry by Paul Verlaine). Both song cycles present voice and piano, word and music as equal partners in the stories they tell.
Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 at door; Call the VMRC Wellness Center, 540.574.3850
VMRC Vesper Service: Voice of Praise (Copy)
Enjoy beautiful a cappella hymns by the youth of Mt. Pleasant and Ottobine Mennonite Churches near Dayton, VA.
Elder Exchange: “Interpreting the Bible for All It’s Wealth: Differing Insights on Christian Faith, Salvation, Other Faith Traditions, Ethics, and Mission” ~ A Panel Discussion
The Format: As the convener, Roman Miller will chair three panel members to discuss interpreting and applying scripture to various theological and lifestyle topics.
Keith Breault, Associate Rector, Church of the Incarnation; Anglican Perspective: The aspect of Anglican theology that Keith appreciates most is the centrality of the resurrection of Jesus. At the resurrection, the life and blessing of God’s Kingdom dawned on our darkened world with irrevocable healing and hope. The liturgy is structured to draw us into God’s life as His children and His ambassadors.
John Sloop, Retired Presbyterian Pastor, Reformed/Calvinist Theological Perspective: While passionately committed to doctrines of sovereign Grace expressed in the Reformed tradition of John Calvin, John Knox and Johnathan Edwards, John preaches that salvation comes through Christ alone; Grace alone; Faith alone; Scripture alone . . . and all to the Glory of God alone.
Ervin Stutzman, Retired Mennonite Pastor & Church Administrator, Anabaptist Theological Perspective: Ervin is a convinced Anabaptist, a part of the believer’s church movement that emphasizes voluntary adult baptism, seeking to follow Jesus in all of life, pursuing peace and justice and accountability in Christian community.
VMRC Active Aging Week: Changing the Way You Think About Aging
Presented by Jenny Inker, MBA, PhD, LAFA, Associate Professor at VCU.
All are invited to join a lively conversation on the way we think about aging. We will look critically at societal messaging and what it means to grow older. We will also explore how we can change our thinking by shifting from a preoccupation with ageism to a focus on elderhood and what the difference is between the two.
VMRC Nursing Job Fair
Calling all nurses: We’re hosting a nursing job fair for those interested in helping people age well and live fully at VMRC!
VMRC Vespers Service: Tide Spring
Enjoy a concert with a local gospel group, Tide Spring, featuring roots music with rich vocal harmonies.
Elder Exchange: “How Are We Doing at Experiencing the Global Nature of God’s Church?”
Don't miss this opportunity to uncover stories of resilience, adaptation, and cultural exchange that shaped the history of the Shenandoah Valley. Join us as we journey back in time with A. Nicolas Powers to explore the early migration into this storied region.
38th Annual Shenandoah Valley Watercolor Society's Members' Show
Visit the Park Gables Gallery at VMRC between Sept. 8 and Nov. 8 to view beautiful and iridescent watercolor paintings created by talented area artists. The annual watercolors showcase will include an opening reception on Sunday, Sept. 8 and an evening reception on Friday, Oct. 4, during the Art Council of the Valley’s First Fridays events.
Shenandoah Valley Lyceum - Election 2024
J. Miles Coleman is the Associate Director of Sabato’s Crystal Ball, a political newsletter. Based at the University of Virginia, Coleman’s research involves following campaigns, parsing through detailed election returns, and offering political prognostications. This presentation will delve into the 2024 political landscape. While the presidential election will loom large, Coleman will also explore elections for down-ballot offices, such as Congress, as well as discuss the trends that are shaping the American electorate.
Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 at door; Call the VMRC Wellness Center, 540.574.3850
VMRC Vesper Service: Voice of Praise
Please join us for an evening of worship with Voice of Praise, an a cappella male quintet from Gladys, VA.
Elder Exchange: “The Beauty of Fractals and Their Connection with Nature”
Join us for an insightful presentation by Richard Bowman, Retired Professor of Physics, Resident of Park Place, VMRC.
First Fridays of the Valley Art Reception
Shenandoah Dreams is an exhibit featuring works by Noelia Nunez and depicts images of the Shenandoah Valley and its dreamscape views. Come and enjoy colorful landscapes with expressive brushstrokes and movement. There will also be refreshments and great company.
37th Annual VMRC Golf Benefit in Honor of Diane Weaver
The VMRC Golf Benefit in Honor of Diane Weaver supports VMRC’s Memory C.A.R.E. Endowment.
VMRC Vesper's Service: 70th Birthday All Community Hymn Sing
We gather to sing praise to God for His Faithfulness to VMRC through seven decades.
Shenandoah Dreams Art Exhibit
This collection created by Noelia Nunez depicts images of the Shenandoah Valley and its dreamscape views. Come and enjoy colorful landscapes with expressive brushstrokes and movement in this unique exhibit.
Join us Friday, August 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., in our Park Gables Gallery for a First Fridays of the Valley reception. There will be refreshments!
Elder Exchange: “Early Migration Into the Shenandoah Valley”
Don't miss this opportunity to uncover stories of resilience, adaptation, and cultural exchange that shaped the history of the Shenandoah Valley. Join us as we journey back in time with A. Nicolas Powers to explore the early migration into this storied region.
VMRC Vesper's Service: Faithful Men
VMRC is hosting a program by the vocal ensemble Faithful Men. Enjoy inspirational singing by this group comprised of men from a number of Augusta County churches who love the Lord and love to sing.
An Ageless Legacy: Reflections on VMRC’s 70 Years
Join us for a thought-provoking and respectful dialogue on the complex topic of human sexuality within the context of contemporary religious communities.
Elder Exchange: “What is Artificial Intelligence and How Can It Be Used?”
Join us for an engaging dialogue on the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence (AI).
Loving Your Enemies through Art: Building Bridges to Middle East Understanding
Mel Lehman, EMU alum and Mennonite peacemaker from New York City, will share how bridges are being built with the people of the Middle East through art.
Mel directs a non-profit, Common Humanity, and will share images of art and artists he has visited.
First Fridays of the Valley at VMRC
Add a touch of excitement to your Friday evening by visiting our 2024 National Juried Art Exhibition! Peruse artwork from all over the country in our Park Gables Gallery while taking in light refreshments and ambient music!
VMRC Juried Art Exhibition
The Juried Art Exhibition offers a stunning variety of original, one-of-a-kind artworks by national artists demonstrating mastery of design, technique and creativity using a range of media.
Memory Care Plant Sale at Crestwood
Buy a plant or trade a plant! Houseplants and small potted plants.
All plant donations will go back to Crestwood Memory Care Program Funds
Vespers Services: Shenandoah Valley Biblical Storytellers
On Pentecost Sunday, be inspired by the sharing of Scripture passages by memory on the theme of “Pentecost and the Holy Spirit.”
Volunteer Appreciation Week
We celebrate our volunteers daily, especially during Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 21-27). Create more joy for yourself and others. Consider joining our volunteer team.
Elder Exchange: “Exploring Science & Faith Through Investigative Projects
Part lecture and part junior high school science fair, this presentation will feature projects in physical & life sciences, biomedicine & psychology, computer science & engineering.
“Art Connects Us” Youth Art Exhibit
Join our community in supporting emerging creatives and their amazing works of art!