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Date: 10/20/2025
Subject: This Week From Penn's Village
From: Penn's Village

This Week at Penn’s Village

The Film Minamata

Thursday, Oct 23, 2pm-4pm

Philadelphia City Institute
1905 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
USA

Biographical drama film on W. Eugene Smith, an American photographer, a legend of photojournalism, who documented the effects of mercury poisoning on the citizens of Minamata, Japan for Life.

Subtitled

Presentation and discussion with Danièle Thomas-Easton

215-732-2280

267-231-1893

Dteaston@gmail.com

No RSVP required

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION- PECO TOUR

Our apologies, the Peco Rooftop tour was cancelled. Any fees paid will be refunded.

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Next Week at Penn's Village

A Penn’s Village Virtual Preview- Share with a Non Member Friend!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025,

4:00 PM until 5:30 PM

Whether you've just joined, read our newsletter for years, or attended a couple of Penn's Village programs, we invite you to join us and learn more about what it means to be a Penn's Village member! Learn more about all of the benefits of being a Penn’s Village member, from receiving services and volunteering to participating in social programs and interest groups.

Grandmothers Leading Community Change

Please join to hear PV’s Executive Director, Dr. Lynsey Farrell share her expertise in how older women are using their lived experience, cultural wisdom and deep community ties to address urgent challenges and foster intergenerational belonging.

Wednesday, October 29

2pm-3:00pm

via Zoom

Register

Looking For More To Do?

Here's A Great Way to Revisit Some Past Penn’s Village Programming Whenever the Mood Strikes!

Enjoy Dozens of Past Zoom Programs by Clicking the Link Below.

Our Executive Director, Lynsey Farrell, has created a new online library that makes re-watching previous programming easier than ever. Watch alone or start a watch party with your favorite villagers.

Dozens of Zoom Recordings from PV

FROM THE COMMUNITY

A Gracious Offer from our Friends at Team Vivo for Penn’s Villagers

Are you ready to get fit in the comfort of your own home?

Cold weather is almost upon us- Vivo's live fitness classes combine strength-building with brain-boosting exercises to help you stay sharp, independent, connected, and active all from the comfort of your home.

Go to the link below, and complete this page. Team Vivo will reach out to get you scheduled to attend classes. Team Vivo is also offering a discount if you sign up. 3 months at 50% off!

https://partner.teamvivo.com/penns_village

Do it solo or invite some friends on your fitness journey!

Philadelphia Mural Arts Trolley Tour –LIMITED SEATING

October 23, 2025 10:00 am – 11:30 am. (90 minutes)

This tour leaves from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA)

Hamilton Building 128 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

and ends at the same location.

Explore the show-stopping murals east of Broad Street with the

Masterpieces East tour for an in-depth look at some of Philadelphia’s bold & brilliant public art.

This route features inspiring works such

as the iconic Jackie Robinson Mural by artist David McShane.

Register

SAVE THE DATE!

THE PENN’S VILLAGE HOLIDAY PARTY WILL BE

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10TH FROM 430-7PM

We’ve planned a few new twists to some old favorites for this year's party, please plan to join.

More info and RSVP to follow soon!

**Actively looking for volunteers to help with taking photos & holiday party general duties (no heavy lifting required!) please respond to rachel@pennsvillage.org if you can help set up, help during the party, or dismantle post party.

New Blog Post! PA Voter Information

Check out our new blog post with reminders and resources to make sure you know what to expect ahead of the upcoming election in November.

Read it here: PA Voter Information

Its Medicare Open Enrollment Time

Many changes, including potentially large price increases are on the horizon. If you need help understanding or navigating your current Medicare choices, please reach out to a professional to help you make your 2026 health care decisions.

A Penn’s Villager has provided this resource.

Steven Perlman contact info: https://mmeau.com/. 267-498-9707

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