Wesley Village Community Center Events in October ’26

Water Exercise with Kim, Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8:30 am; with Beverly, Mon.& Fri. 3:00 pm.

Balance Class with Don Schreiner, Tues. 9:15 am; Thurs. 10:00 am

Moving Matters Exercise with Aureol, Mon. & Fri. 10 am; Wed. 9 am

Bible Study with Judy Ditto, Tuesdays, 10am, in the Craft Room

Kazoo Band & Drums with Bill Tippie & Claire Vance; Tuesdays, 10 am 

Bingo in Encore Café with Don Schreiner, Tuesdays 2:15 pm 

(when no other CC events scheduled)

Chair Yoga with Carolyn Price, Tues. & Thurs. 3:30 pm; Sat. 10:30 am 

Scrapbooking with Sharon Campbell Terwilleger, Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

“The Gathering” (support for memory caregivers) with Judy Wimmer, 1st & 3rd Weds. 1 pm

Blood Pressure Clinic with RN’s Julie & Marijim, Wednesdays, 2 -3:00 pm

Chair Volleyball is Back! with Peggy & Pam, Fridays, 1 pm, in the Craft/Exercise Room

Art Class with Bill Tippie, Saturdays, 1:00 pm, Craft Room  

Weekly Worship Service with Pastor Dennis Ditto, Sundays, 2:30 pm

Residents, family members & friends are also invited to these special October events… 

Thursday, October 1st, 6:15 pm   

Movie Night: “The Sheep Detectives” (2026; PG; 109 minutes)     

A delightful family mystery/comedy story that follows a flock of literate sheep who seek to 

solve the puzzling murder of their beloved shepherd.  Starring Hugh and Emma Thompson.    

Monday, October 5th, 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm   

Movie Matinee: “Young Washington” (2026; PG-13; 125 minutes)        

Angel Studios distributed this historical war drama focusing on the early life and military 

experiences of George Washington during the French and Indian War. “A single misstep thrusts him 

into the center of a global conflict, testing his honor, loyalty and courage;” forging him into the 

Father of our Country he later became.   

Wednesday, October 7th, 2:00 pm     

“The Wonders of America” Part II     

Back by popular demand, Dr. Ted Moon and his student friends return to present more true & amazing 

stories that celebrate the American Spirit and noble character for which our nation has always aspired.    

Thursday, October 8th, 6:15 pm   

Movie Night: “The Time Traveler's Wife” (2009; PG-13; 107 minutes)  

In this drama adapted from the novel by Audrey Niffenegger, a librarian (Eric Bana) has a genetic anomaly that causes him to travel through time involuntarily. His unpredictable disappearances cause constant challenges to his relationship with his wife (Rachel McAdams).

Friday, October 9th, 3:00 pm   

Readings and Tea with Dr. John Oswalt       

Our distinguished professor friend from Asbury Seminary returns to present more of his favorite 

passages from English author Elizabeth Goudge. A proper English Tea with cookies will follow. 

Monday, October 12th, 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm   

Movie Matinee: “The Book Thief” (2013; PG-13; 131 minutes)         

This WWII drama starring Sophie Nelisse, Geoffrey Rush and Emily Watson follows a young foster girl 

in Nazi Germany who learns to read, steal books, and help hide Jews. Music by John Williams.   

Monday, October 12th, 1:45 pm

Village Book Club

Resident Helen Janeway (whose husband worked for NASA during the Gemini & Apollo years

and was part of Ground Command for the first lunar landing!) will lead the discussion on the

inspiring book “Hidden Figures: The American Dream and Untold Story of the Black Women

Who Helped Win the Space Race” by Margot Lee Shetterly.

Thursday, October 15th, 6:15 pm   

Movie Night: “Walk the Line” (2005; PG-13; 136 mins.)     

This American biographical drama chronicles the early life, rise to fame, and romance with 

June Carter of beloved country music legend Johnny Cash. 

Starring Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. 

Friday, October 16th, 2:00 pm   

Loren and Lee Present…

Our two favorite Transylvania Music Professors (playing piano & alto sax) return this time with 

“Music from the 80’s” (1680’s, 1780’s and 1880’s that is! 😊)

Monday, October 19th, 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm   

Movie Matinee: “Max” (2015; PG; 111 minutes)         

“Best Friend. Hero. Friend.” is the tagline to this American family adventure war drama about a 

working military dog on the front lines in Afghanistan whose handler becomes mortally wounded. 

Sent back to the States, Max bonds with his handler’s younger brother, who together search for answers 

for what really happened on the battlefield. Starring Josh Wiggins, Thomas Haden and Lauren Graham.   

Thursday, October 22nd, 3:00 pm         

Wesley Village Memorial Service        

Honoring the memory of all those who have passed from our community this past year, we invite all residents, family members and friends to attend.  Special music by our own Village Singers; 

special message by our UMC District Superintendent D. Merricks.       

Thursday, October 22nd, 6:15 pm   

Movie Night: “What If” (2010; PG; 118 mins.)    

Ben Walker is a successful businessman who abandoned his calling to be a minister 15 years earlier to pursue money and status. When he suddenly wakes up in the alternate reality of the life he could have had as a small-town pastor, he is forced to reevaluate his choices, rediscover his faith, and appreciate the true value of family.

Friday, October 23rd, 6:00 pm  

Open Mic Night     

Have a favorite story to tell or poem to recite? Here’s your chance to shine! Please sign up in the Library and/or call Pam Fox for more details (#859-413-8470). If you would like tips on how to make the best presentation possible please call on our own resident Master Storyteller Ray Mendenhall (#859-940-1735)!    

Monday, October 26th, 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm   

Movie Matinee: “Max 2: White House Hero” (2017; PG; 115 minutes)

This family adventure series continues with military dog Max back in action with the Secret 

Service to uncover a plot in Washington D.C. against U.S./Russian relations.   

Monday October 26th, 3:00 pm   

Theater to Delight the Soul!  

Your Village Spiritual Life Committee hosts Asbury Univ. Communications & Theater faculty Jim and 

Carol Anderson Shores who will bring to our stage a collection of faith-based vignettes presented with 

a large dose of wisdom & humor. One who observed their recent program at the Wilmore 

Free Methodist Church exclaimed, “You are all in for an extraordinary treat!! 😊    

Thursday, October 29th, 3:30 pm   

Asbury University Masterworks Series…        

Featuring this month Student Recital Vocal Performances. We are always so blessed 

when these gifted students from Asbury’s Music Dept. come our way!  

Thursday, October 29th, 6:15 pm   

Movie Night: “Left Behind” (2000; PG-13; 100 mins.)     

This Christian apocalyptic thriller is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Tim LaHaye 

and Jerry Jenkins. Starring Kirk Cameron, Brad Johnson and Janaya Stephens.     

Thursday – Saturday, Oct. 29, 30 and 31     

Early Voting in Wilmore        

This fall’s election is a big one on all levels (local, state & national), so please take advantage of these early voting opportunities at the times listed in the Library (with sign up sheet for transportation).  To vote early is the best way this year to show your patriotism while avoiding the long lines on Tuesday, Nov. 2nd! 

DATE SAVERS: 

1) Nov. 5th  3:30 pm: Asbury U. Masterworks Series with Jazz Ensemble & Men’s Glee Club

2) Nov 9th 1:45 pm: Book Club discussion of Homer Hickam’s “The Coalwood Way”

3) Nov.12th 4:00 pm: John Stegner’s Bluegrass Community Chorus concert              

Please call Alan ( #859-509-6893) for more details on any events listed above.