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Ready to pack your bags?Maintenance-free living atAbernethy Laurels means more time to travel!The Passport To Travel program – created byUnited Church of Christ’s Council forHealth and Human Services Ministries(CHHSM) – enables residents at AbernethyLaurels and many other CHHSM-affiliatedsenior communities to lodge free of chargeat a sister community of their choice for upto two weeks. Without the expense oflodging, residents can experience theexcitement of new cities and enjoy thewelcoming hospitality of places that feel likehome- simply for the cost of their own traveland incidentals.

Visit Seattle’s Space Needle, enjoy the desertsunrise in Phoenix, or visit the world’slargest living history museum at ColonialWilliamsburg – the whole USA is waiting tobe explored with the Passport To TravelProgram!

For more information on the Passport To Travel program, call Rob Hartsell at 828-465-8519.

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LLocated on a beautifully landscaped, charming site in Newton,Abernethy Laurels Retirement Community has something tooffer everyone. With our amenity-rich campus and well-

diverse events schedule, residents easily find their niche. GregRossidivito, Director of Life Enrichment at Abernethy Laurels,encourages new residents to immediately become engaged in activities onand off of the campus. The Abernethy Laurels Ace Team, a group ofresidents that love to golf, can be found on nearby greens every Tuesdaymorning. If golf is not your cup of tea, then you may enjoy reading avariety of literature with the Book Bunch, a resident-led book club thatgathers monthly to share books of interest. Become a modern day VanGough with the Art Crew, a group of art enthusiasts that meets to sharetheir talents and plan art shows. For those that have a passion for beingbehind the camera lens, there is an interest group for that too. The ClickClique is a group of experienced and non-experienced photographersthat navigate their way through the world of photography by learning newtechniques and going to local sites to capture the perfect shot.

The excitment of learning separates youth from old age.

As long as you’re learning, you’re not old.

“It is my goal to keep everyone active and involved with stimulatingprogramming. In addition to a long list of lifelong learningopportunities, fitness programs and cultural activities, residents also takepart in parties, concerts and performances. Residents quickly realize themany opportunities available at Abernethy Laurels,” exclaimed Greg.

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Fall Open House - VillaWednesday, October 72:00 – 3:00 pmFall in love with Abernethy Laurels while enjoying an autumnday in our model Villa. Tour the home and ask questions.

Concert: When Swing Was King - The Music of Benny GoodmanWednesday, October 14Meal Prior - 4:30 pm, Concert - 6:00 pmThe Boilermaker Jazz Band will be in concert to perform:“When Swing Was King - The Music of Benny Goodman.” Thisfull show features the best of Benny’s small band classics, bigband themes, and great tunes made famous by Goodman’s Gals.Seating is limited. Prior to the concert, the Bistro will be sellingchicken and pork plates with side items for $7. When reservingyour seat for the performance, please indicate if you would liketo purchase a meal.

Fall Open House - CottageThursday, October 152:00 – 3:00 pmCome experience a cool, crisp,autumn day in a Cottage atAbernethy Laurels. Tour the homeand ask questions.

OktoberfestTuesday, October 205:30 pmIt won’t be Munich, but it will beclose. Enjoy German cuisine, hopsand music at our Oktoberfest.

Take advantage of our current DIY - Design it Yourself – Promotion!Close on a new Village home at Abernethy Laurels before the end of 2015 andtake advantage of flexible dollars in the form of credit towards interiorupgrades. Cottages and Villas are eligible for up to $7,500 in upgrades. CallRob at 828-465-8519 today to learn more about this limited time offer.

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Directions: From I-40, take Exit 132 (To Hwy. 16 South). Go approximately five miles then turn left onto Hwy. 16 South; Abernethy Laurels approx. ½ mile on left.

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