Campus  Programs  &  Events   Saturday, May 3 from 8:00am-10:00am-Restaurant: Breakfast with Booker Everybody Bring Somebody to Breakfast with Booker on Saturday May 3, 2014 in our 1912 Restaurant. Enjoy Stuffed Denver Omelets Topped with Cheese Sauce, Home Fries, Grits, Sausage, Fresh Fruit ~ Assorted Donuts & Pastries, and Assorted Beverages . All this for only $6.39 per person~ which can be conveniently billed to your account or paid by gift card, cash, or credit/debit card.

Tuesday, May 6 at 1:00pm-PH:

Wellness Committee Presentation~ “Power Foods” Tuesday, May 6 at 1:00pm in the Phillippi Meeting Room. Join the Wellness Committee as they present Otterbein Dietician Sonal Hill with “Power Foods”. All residents are welcome.

Wednesday, May 7 at 4:00pm-PAV:

BOCCE BALL LEAGUE START-UP MEETING Bocce season is here again for our 3rd season at Otterbein! All those that would like to participate in this year’s league season will need to attend this meeting to participate. Team assignments and league schedule will be discussed. IF you cannot attend the meeting and wish to participate in the Bocce League, please contact Stacy at 933-5472.

Thursday, May 8 at 2pm-MPR:

State of Otterbein Join Jason Miller as he presents the State of Otterbein and the awards for Volunteers of the Year, Partner Recognition, along with many other awards on Thursday, May 8 at 2:00pm in the MPR Room. All residents are invited!

Friday, May 9 & Friday May 16- Entrance of Campus Center: GROUNDS’ Annual Plant & Flower Sale! Just in time for Mother’s Day, our Grounds Department will be selling an assortment of beautiful flowers and plants for purchase on May 9 and May 16. They will be set up out in front of Campus Center at the Main Entrance on both dates. Cash and Check are accepted.

HIGHLIGHTS for the month of

MAY                        2014  

If you have questions or comments, please contact your Campus Life Coordinator, Stacy Black at 933-5472

Friday, May 9 at 10:00am-PH: Mother’s Day Brunch- RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Friday, May 9 at 10:00am in the Phillippi Room, join other residents as they bring their son or daughter to this special event for Mother’s Day. Begin with special photos; then delicious brunch and wonderful background entertainment. This event is VERY limited, please sign up in the Program Office.

Saturday, May 10 at 3:00pm-MPR: Austin Wade’s Senior Piano Recital

Saturday, May 10 at 3:00pm in the Multi-Purpose Room join us welcoming back Austin Wade for his senior recital. We have watched Austin grow up in front of our eyes; now come in and listen to his performance as a senior! As a special treat, Austin’s older brother will be joining him to perform a few selections together. This will be the last opportunity to see these two amazing brothers perform here at Otterbein. Austin’s mother would like to invite Otterbein residents to join them after the recital for cake and punch in honor of Austin’s accomplishment. All welcome!

Monday, May 12 & Monday May 19 at 10:00am-MPR:

Otterbein’s 100th Anniversary Celebration DVD Showing On Monday, May 12 and again on Monday, May 19 at 10:00am, join fellow residents in the Multi-Purpose Room and watch the presentation of Otterbein’s 100th Anniversary DVD. A little history, a little fellowship and a lot of Spirit! All welcome!

Friday, May 16 from 7:00pm-9:30pm-MPR: MOONLIGHT GARDENS DANCE with Pete Wagner Orchestra Ever dream about dancing in the moonlight? Take a trip down memory lane as we recreate a “Moonlight Gardens” here at Otterbein…twinkling lights, fabulous music, dance floor, gala good and you may even find the garden adjacent to the Multi-Purpose Room a special place to be on Friday, May 16. We are sure that many of you remember Coney Island. It began in the late 19th century and in the 20’s, “Moonlight Gardens” was born. In 1936, Coney Island covered over 128 acres of ground and attracted thousands of Cincinnatians to enjoy the rides and listen and dance to the big band sounds of Ozzie Nelson, Glen Miller and Tommy Dorsey. Moonlight Gardens exists today … and we hope to recreate the ambiance and mood … and we hope you will join us. To top this special evening off, the Pete Wagner Orchestra that actually plays at “Moonlight Gardens” today will be your band. This event will last from 7:00-9:30pm for your enjoyment. Please note, you can bring a guest to the evening event and there will be a charge of $5.00 per guest. No reservations are required and we hope you will let us know you attended by signing our guest books.

Saturday, May 17 at 7:00pm-MPR Queen City Bronze Queen City Bronze is a professional, community handbell ensemble based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The group was founded in October of 2008 under the direction of Jennifer Cauhorn, Executive Director of the Handbell Musicians of America. This group of auditioned ringers was formed to increase the understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s oldest and most versatile art forms. In its short history has presented concerts throughout the tri-state area including performances with the Cincinnati Pops, Blue Ash Symphony, and the Cincinnati Men’s Chorus. Their concerts offer an eclectic mix of musical styles representing jazz, folk, classical, spiritual, and original compositions. Through community engagement, professional performances and education, QCB intends to leave a unique musical stamp on Cincinnati and the surrounding area. *All are welcome to attend! Sunday, May 18 at 2:00pm- LEC Community Rm: Coffee Cafe Join Patti, Volunteer Coordinator, on Sunday, May 18 at 2:00pm in the LEC Community Room for her new program called the Coffee Café. This event will feature resident musical talents, coffee, light treats and fellowship. Stop on by and give the Coffee Café a whirl! Everyone is welcome. Monday, May 19 at 7:00pm-MPR: Warren County Music Club Performance~Jan Corrothers The next meeting of the Warren Co. Music Club will be on Monday, May 19 at 7:00pm in the Multi-Purpose Room. This month's guest performer is the talented pianist Jan Corrothers, performing "An Evening of Sacred Keyboard Favorites." Earl Corrothers, her husband, will be there to share the stage with her for some selections as well. It promises to be an evening of beautiful music...we hope everyone can attend!

Tuesday, May 20 at 2:00pm-PAS: Jack Lightcap Presentation~ “The Monument of the Pedestal”- the United States Capitol The U.S. Constitution in Article I, Section 8 (1787) gave Congress legislative authority over “such District (not exceeding ten Miles square) as may, by Cession of Particular States, and the Acceptance of Congress, become the Seat of Government of the United States…” French engineer Pierre Charles L’Enfant was selected to design the new capital city. He chose Jenkins Hill, “a pedestal waiting for a monument”, as the site of the new United States Capitol. A history and tour of this historic building is the subject of this presentation by Jack Lightcap. Thursday, May 22 at 2:00pm-PH: Windows Into the Wild~ Life-Long Learning Pres. Windows Into the Wild give people the opportunity to experience nature and learn about the benefits it has on their everyday life. Bringing the outdoors indoors, provideds the opportunity for older adults to see things they have never seen, touch things they have never touched, and smell things they have never smelled before. Stories connected with history, nature, plants, and animals are used to educate, engage, enrich and entertain. *Presented by The Nature Academy.

Monday, May 26 at 9:00am- Campus Center Flag Pole

Veterans’ Memorial Day Flag Ceremony Remembrance Service-presented by the Veterans’ Committee of Otterbein Join us in front of Campus Center on Monday, May 26, for our Memorial Day Flag Ceremony and Remembrance Service. This ceremony is dedicated to the honoring of our country’s veterans past and present who have given their lives and commitment to the United States of America. All are welcome! *RAIN LOCATION- MPR Wednesday, May 28 at 10:00am-Campus Center: WALK with the PRESIDENT~ Kick-Off to National Senior Health & Fitness Day

*Warm-UP & Stretch at 9:45 with Shannon Deye Join Jason Miller, VP of Otterbein Lebanon as we Walk our 1 mile around Circle Drive for the annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day events across the Nation! We will be meeting on Wednesday, May 28 at 9:45am outside the front of Campus Center for stretching and then at 10:00am we will begin our walk!

Wednesday, May 28 from 1:00pm- 3:30pm- LEC: HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR After a brief rest you are all invited to attend a Health & Wellness Fair on Wednesday, May 28 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm in the Life Enrichment Center, and visit with Otterbein departments and Community Vendors. There will be many health and wellness opportunities from all departments available for you to view, sample and get information from. Everyone is invited! Friday, May 30 at 6:30pm-MPR: Movie Night~ The Book Thief Based on the beloved best-selling book comes an extremely moving story of a girl who transforms the lives of those around her during World War II, Germany. When her mother can no longer care for her, Liesel is adopted by a German couple. Although she arrives illiterate, Liesel is encouraged to learn to read by her adoptive father. When the couple then takes in Max, a Jew hiding from Hitler’s army, Liesel befriends him. Ultimately, words and imagination provide the friends with an escape from the events unfolding around them in this extraordinary, acclaimed film directed by Brian Percival. RATED PG-13 Run Time: 2 hrs 15 mins

Off  -­Campus  Trips  &  Tours  Thursday, May 1 – Departing at 10:45am-CC:

Lebanon High School Spring Brunch

Lebanon High School has invited the residents of Otterbein for brunch on Thursday, May 1. Students of LHS will be serving our residents a breakfast strata made with Bob Evan’s sausage, eggs and some extra secret ingredients….Yummy! Muffins, fruit, and an assortment of teas, coffee, and juices will also be served. All this food and fun is COMPLIMENTARY- NO CHARGE!! Reservations will be taken on a ‘date received’ basis. *Contact Stacy at 933-5472 if you would like to attend.

Friday, May 9- Departing at 6:15pm-CC:

OtterDiners’ Dinner Adventure with Lebanon Railroad & Brazenhead

All Aboard! Gather the crew. Want to do something different with your significant other, friends, or family that doesn't break the bank? Come join the LM&M railroad for a memorable night! Departing every 2nd Friday of the month, take a nostalgic train ride from historic Lebanon to The Brazenhead Irish Pub in Mason. Start the night by enjoying a delicious dinner at the pub, and be adventurous by trying one of their 30 rotating draft beers! The Brazenhead has a great selection of Irish beers with some coming from local breweries! After a night of fun at the Pub, you can reboard the train for a relaxing ride back to Lebanon.

Upon arrival at the Brazenhead, dinner will be served from a delicious, all you can eat buffet. Groups of two will most likely be seated with another group of two at a table for four. Your Ticket Includes:

• Round trip train ride from Lebanon to Mason with a 2 hour layover for dinner • Dinner and non-alcoholic drinks at Brazenhead Irish Pub from a delicious, all you can eat buffet • Gratuity

Your ticket does not include dessert or alcoholic beverages! $45 per person

Saturday, May 10- Departing at 8:30am-CC:

Walk for Hearing at Delco Park in Kettering

Step-Up for people with hearing loss. The Walk4Hearing, produced by the Hearing Loss Association of America, raises awareness about hearing

loss, helps to eradicate the stigma associated with it, and raises funds to provide information and support for people with hearing loss. Since 2006, the Walk4Hearing has become the largest series of walks of its kind with walks taking place in cities across the United States. Thanks to the support of our very own resident- Linda Fowler, we are attempting to organize a team of walkers to participate in the walk for the Southwestern Ohio area at Delco Park in Kettering. If you would like to join the OTT-HEAR-BEIN team, and take the walk with us, please contact Stacy or Renee in the Program Office.

Wednesday, May 14- Departing at 3:30pm-CC:

Cincinnati Zoo’s Conservation Lecture Series

In a world of 7 billion people what is our relationship with wild nature. Can wild nature & wildlife still exist in a human dominated planet? Dr. M. Sanjayan is a leading global conservation scientist, writer and an Emmy-nominated news contributor focused on the role of conservation in improving human well-being, wildlife and the environment. He is the Executive Vice President and senior scientist at Conservation International.Sanjayan is currently filming his new TV series, Earth – A New Wild, produced by National Geographic Television in association with the Academy Award-winning Passion Pictures. It will air on PBS in 2015. He is also the science correspondent for Years of Living Dangerously, ten-episode Showtime docu-series event airing April 2014 on climate change. In January 2014, he returned as a featured contributor to the BBC World News series The Power of Nature. *The lecture begins at 7:00pm- we will be stopping for dinner along the way and then head to the lecture after. Meal cost is not included in trip fee. Lecture fee is $14 per person. *Sign-ups are available in the Program Office.

Thursday, May 15- Departing at 9:30am-CC:

REDS GAME DAY OUTING at ALL AMERICAN BALLPARK

Reds vs Padres—We apologize, this trip is currently full. Contact Stacy if you would like to be added to the waitlist in case of any cancelations or no-shows.

Tuesday, May 20- Departing at 9:30am-CC:

Mott’s Military Museum Tour- DAY TRIP

Motts Military Museum was founded in 1987 by Warren E. Motts of Groveport, Ohio who established the museum as a 501 (C) 3 not for profit tax exempt educational organization. The mission of Motts Military Museum is to: “To educate the public on the importance of America’s military past through the documentation, collection, interpretation, and preservation of tangible artifacts and personal stories of the men and women who served and are serving in the United States Armed Forces.” *There will be a lunch stop prior to the tour at TBD location in Grove City. Sign-up sheets available in the Program Office and online.

Friday, May 23- Departing at 9:30am-CC:

West Chester Hospital Tour & Lunch

We have been formally invited by the staff of West Chester Hospital, to come and view their facility and see all that their hospital has to offer in care. As a member of UC Health, West Chester Hospital believes in the commitments of serving our community with excellence and compassion, and in providing the best health care to all who enter our hospital. WC Hospital’s Mission Is To: 1. Provide life changing, patient centered medical care.2. Drive innovation through groundbreaking research.3. Educate and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals. *Lunch will be provided at the conclusion of our tour. Sign-up in the Program Office if you would like to attend; this trip and tour is complimentary.

Thursday, May 29- Departing at 9:00am-CC:

Life-Long Learning Trip~ BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF GREAT AMERICAN BALLPARK

You may have been to a Reds game in Great American Ball Park, but have you sat in the dugout or been in the Press Box? Here’s your chance to get a behind the scenes look at the GABP. Our private tour will include the following locations: Crosley Terrace, Press Box, Seating Bowl, Crosley Room, FOX Sports Ohio Champions Club, the dugout, the warning track behind home plate, the Diamond Club and the Riverfront Club. (The tour itinerary is subject to change.) Our tour ticket also includes a guided tour of the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. *Lunch on your own in one of the new restaurants in the Banks Development, plus time to explore the riverfront parks and walking paths. **NOTE: This trip involves a HIGH amount of walking, please consider this prior to signing up.*Fee is $20 for Otterbein Residents ONLY- to cover tour and admission costs. *Sign-ups available in Program Office and online on May 5.

Upcoming  Events  &  Trips  for  June  

• Thursday,  June  5~  REDS  GAME  DAY  OUTING  at  All  American  Ballpark-­‐  Reds  vs  Giants  (*Sign-­‐ups  available  on  MAY  9)  

• Friday,  June  6-­‐  *Beginning  of  Summer  Concert  Series  at  Otterbein~  Featuring  Microcosm  (Ensemble  from  Bob  Grey  Orchestra)  **At  Sarah’s  Banstand  in  LEC  Courtyard  • Thursday,  June  12~  Auxiliary’s  Annual  Ice  Cream  Social-­‐  1pm  to  3pm  • Friday,  June  13~  Zoo  Babies-­‐  Presentation  by  the  Cincinnati  Zoo  at  2pm  

• Friday,  June  13~  Summer  Concert-­‐  Featuring  River  Ratz  at  Sarah’s  Bandstand  in  LEC  Courtyard  

• Wednesday,  June  18~  Kick-­‐Off  Summer  Boat  Ride  Party  at  Armco  Lake    • Friday,  June  20~  Summer  Concert-­‐  Featuring  Columbus  Horns  with  Music  Legend  Elvis  

• Thursday,  June  26~  Otterbein’s  Fashion  Expo  • Friday,  June  27~  Summer  Concert-­‐  Featuring  Patriot  Brass  Ensemble  at  Sarah’s  Bandstand  in  

LEC  Courtyard