L ike many, Millie and her first husband were drawn to the Manchester area for the world-class

skiing. They moved to the area in 1975 and commuted to work in New York City. When Millie’s second husband died, many of her friends were investigating a move to Equinox Village. She came to play bridge with friends who had moved here, and it seemed like a fun place to live. “It has only gotten better,” she says.

She shares these tips for finding contentment in a retirement living community:

Be realistic and embrace the change. It was a major decision to come here. We still think of the homes we’ve loved, but you can’t expect that life will be the same as we age. It’s natural to lose enthusiasm and interest in maintaining a home. Retirement communities offer companionship and new things to do and explore.

Know yourself and ask lots of questions. If you want lots of choices for different dining experiences, look at bigger communities that have three or four distinct menus. If you are sensitive to noise, spend some time in the apartment you’re considering to be sure it will not be too noisy for you. The more you ask, the happier you will be.

Keep doing the things you love and try new things, too. Moving to a community doesn’t mean giving anything up. I still golf in the summer and play in the bridge group I have been in for years. And I get exposure to lots of new things: different musical styles, lots of healthy living information, day trips, meditation… “There’s an atmosphere of almost more fun things than you can handle to do.”

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Record low temperatures. Frozen pipes. Big storm on it’s way. Rushing to get groceries. Then, when the storm hits, you are trapped in your home.

Even as the warmer weather approaches, don’t forget what a hassle this past winter was. Now is the time to prepare for comfort and enjoyment next winter.

With fine dining, fitness center, swim spa, library and other fun amenities all on site, the winter of 2014 – 2015 could be your best ever. Call me to schedule your tour: 802.362-4061.

- K irt

A Note from the Executive Director

Imagine what you could do with a chef, four fitness instructors, a massage therapist and other wellness professionals in one easy location? At Equinox Village, there are a dozen friendly and capable wellness professionals—all experts in a different area of maintaining vitality—ready to help you meet your wellness goals. Read the whole story at equinoxvillage.com.

Introducing the Healthy Aging Team

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Fu n Ways to Investigate Retirement Living This Season

In the Gallery: Long Tra il School’s Internationa l Bacca la u reate Students

This spring, the Gallery at Equinox Village will feature seven young

artists who use their work to express very different themes. And the media are as varied as the subjects. What these artists have in common is that they are all students of Long Trail School’s International Baccalaureate in the Visual Arts.

The students—Eily Anderson of Chittenden, Vt.; Lina Bergamini of West Pawlet, Vt.; Jill Brooks of West Pawlet, Vt.; Angela Krieg of Hebron, N.Y.; Lars Lund of Pawlet, Vt.; Catie Owen of Pawlet, Vt.; and Olivia Stoehr of Danby, Vt.—have worked intensely for two years building their artistic knowledge and skills. This exhibit is the culmination of their work.

“ I am excited about the exhibit, and I think it will be fun to see two years worth of artwork made by myself and my classmates hanging up all together,” said Brooks.

The show will be on display 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily from Friday, March 28 until Monday, May 12.

Have you ever been curious about Equinox Village? There are lots of ways to get more information about Equinox Village and other retirement living options.

“Let’s Do Lunch” Week Choose any day between Monday, May 26 and Saturday, May 31. You’ll meet one on one with a member of the Equinox Village team, enjoy a complimentary lunch and learn about the retirement community lifestyle.

Webinars Wednesdays Each Wednesday in August we will tackle an important retirement topic via Webinar. Presentations will include the Health Benefits of Community Living, Choosing a Retirement Community, Touring for Quality, and A Step-by-Step Guide to Rightsizing. From the comfort of your home office, you’ll get a free crash course in retirement living options.

Tour for Good How do you offer a late-summer boost to your favorite charity? Tour for good! When you take your first tour of Equinox Village between the dates of August 31 and September 13, Equinox Village will donate $50 to your favorite charity. Limited to the first 25 tours.

Call Ashley at 802.362.4061 for more information about each of these opportunities.

Bring your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a classic movie—American Graffiti—under the stars. Watch Ron Howard, Richard Dreyfuss and others as they play a couple of high school grads spending one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college. Free and open to the public. Rain date Sunday, June 8. Call 802.362.4061 for more information.

For a current listing of all of Equinox Village’s events and programs, visit equinoxvillage.com/events-at-equinox-village.html.

Join Kathryn Mademann, Lu French and a fabulous group of local celebrity models for a fun-filled afternoon of fabulous style to benefit the Manchester Community Library. Kathryn will emcee a fashion show featuring the latest spring and summer styles from local shops, weaving in a lively discussion about finding your personal style, the fit & colors that are right for you and creating your “wow” everyday. We will also be raffling off a shopping spree at local Manchester clothing stores. Tickets are $50. Space is limited. For details, contact Kathryn at (802) 345-9252

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Event Highlight: Fashion Show, Style Workshop & Luncheon 12 p.m. Wednesday, May 7

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