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Art Festival WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28

From the Editor’s Desk
By Mort Perlman Managing Editor
Concordian

July Board Meeting Sets New Rcrd Fr Brvty
By Bill Kulberg
Residents had barely settled into their seats when they were told the meeting was over. Okay, that’s an exaggeration – but not by much. The July 1 meeting of Concordia’s Board of Trustees, after deducting the time spent on the calling of the roll and the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance, was about 20 minutes. With all members present, Sid Stern gave the financial report, which showed that the Capital Improvement Fund stood at $74,376, an increase of $10.824 since the start of the year. The Discretionary Reserve Fund was at $158,162, an increase of $2,608 this year, and the Capital Reserve Fund added $176,308, ending at $5,168,813. Trustee reports followed. Sylvia Brenner reported that the advertised phone number given for finding the most
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Be Cautious of Scams
Every so often we feel the need to warn our senior brothers and sisters to beware of the numerous con games that exist in today’s society. The Concordian, in the past, has published several articles concerning these slick con artists who cannot wait for another opportunity to prey upon the vast senior community that is so vulnerable to their emotional scam tactics. These thieves flourish by stealing huge sums of money from so-called easy marks…in other words “softies.” Many of these scams evolve around fictitious situations involving grandchildren in need of help …a definite soft spot in our hearts. This commentary is intended to alert our residents not to be
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The Board of Trustees held its annual reorganization session the day following last month’s election. Members seated, from left, are: Nancy Marconi, Sylvia Brenner, Sid Stern. Standing are Ira Winter, Al Blumenfeld, William Lefko and Marvin Photo by Mort Perlman Brother.

Senior Center Opens: Nalitt Honored
The new Monroe Township Senior Center meeting room was dedicated in honor of Concordia’s own Irwin Nalitt, retired councilman. Gerald Tamburro, council president, left, Lois Kane, Irwin’s daughter, and Mr. Nalitt who served 24 years on the council, are seen at the center’s opening on June 26.
Photo by J. Fiorello

Trustee Election Quorum Attained
Marvin Brother, Sidney Stern and Alvin Blumenfeld were officially returned to the Board of Trustees in the election held Monday, July 8. The three uncontested incumbents will each serve another two-year term. Four-hundred and eightyeight homeowners voted, exceeding the amount necessary to attain a quorum. According to the by-laws 440 ballots are required to ratify the election. At the reorganization meeting of the Board conducted the following morning, Marvin Brother was re(Continued on page 28)

Know Your Neighbor
Fran Cohen...Poet and More
By Jean Goldberg
Fran Cohen stands out as a shining light in Concordia. Her warmth, smile and talent are true gifts not only to the residents of Concordia, but to Monroe residents as well. Fran was born and brought up in the Bronx; actually across the street from the famous Bronx Zoo, which was a delightful playground. She graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School. At the age of 20, Fran met her husband and the young couple moved to Washing-

Read My Lips – This Guy’s Got Attitude
By Bill Kulberg
Over the years, various organizations have sent speakers to address their local branches. They’re usually polished individuals who can make even the most mundane topics interesting for 45 or 50 minutes. So I agreed to attend a Brandeis function in our Regency Room recently. I was not disappointed. The speaker, Larry Jacobs, son of Concordian Carol Jacobs, was dynamic, with a contagious personality, although a bit difficult to comprehend at times. Anyone unaware of the extraordinary circumstances surrounding Mr. Jacobs, with his Masters in Counseling from Albany State University, might have wondered why he’d been chosen to speak, when others would have come across much more clearly on his topic. But that wonder was quickly replaced by universal appreciation. His charm, while a factor, wasn’t enough to so overwhelmingly carry
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Fran Cohen
Photo by R. Kaufman

Tennis Team Wins Mayor’s Cup

Larry Jacobs

Bike Riders Must Adhere To Rules of the Road
It is important that our resident bicycle riders observe the rules of the road just as drivers of vehicles are expected to do. Some rules to follow include stopping where stop signs are posted and riding on the right side of the road with the traffic. It is also recommended you wear a helmet for safety precautions. At dusk you also should wear something reflective to make yourself more visible.

Inside
The Lighter Side ...................... 5 Trivia ........................................ 6 Happenings in Concordia ........ 6 At the Movies ........................... 7 Cinema Concordia ................... 8 Tobi’s Tips ............................... 8 Bridge Connection ................... 9 The Forum ............................. 10 Clubs and Organizations ....... 13 On the Horizon....................... 30

Concordia’s Tennis Team captured the Mayor’s Cup in doubles competition held here in July. Kneeling, from left, are: Red Rubenfeld, Attila Antel, Allen Mischel. Standing, Sol Mostel, Burt Sills, George Ratner, Tom Carscadden. Not shown are Maurice Mahler, Len Goldsmith. (More pics in Sports.)
Photo by Ray Kaufman

ton, DC where he worked for the government. In their early years of marriage, they moved to Philadelphia and then Connecticut. Their last move was to Willingboro, New Jersey, where they remained for 31 years. The proud parents had two boys and one girl. Fran worked for the IRS in their collection department for 20 years. And then in 1990, the Cohen’s moved to Concordia and a completely new phase of Fran’s life started. First, she became an avid indoor tennis player. She just gave up that sport about two years ago. For the last 15 years, Fran has led a writer’s group at the Monroe Public Library. This is open to all Monroe Township residents. The
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We will depart the Clubhouse at 9:45 a.m. The casino features slots, video poker machines and live table games. You must have a valid I.D. and casino card. Arriving at approximately 11:30 a.m. and departing for home at 4:30 p.m. Estimated time for returning home is 6 p.m. Cost for this trip will be $24.25 pp. Deadline September 8. Sign up with concierge. *NEW SALE

FRANKLIN INSTITUTE PHILADELPHIA, PA. ART FESTIVAL EXHIBITION VISITORS
Everyone in Concordia plays a part in the Art Festival. All that visit the exhibition will receive one raffle ticket, and have a chance to win a piece of art. Please put your phone number on the raffle ticket. Expand your universe at Pennsylvania’s most valued

visited museum, on Wednesday, September 25, departing the Clubhouse at 9 a.m., arriving at 10:15 a.m. (approx). Enjoy a selfguided tour and explore three floors of interactive exhibits and programs, live daily demonstrations, two flight simulators, three theaters including an IMAX screen and of course The Fels Planetarium. Lunch will be on your own, either brown bag it or eat in the Food Works cafeteria. We should arrive home about 4 p.m. Cost $30.75 pp. Sign up with concierge. *NEW SALE

Ticket Procedure
1st Day of Sign up is the 2nd Saturday of the Month. When purchasing tickets you MUST present your Concordia identification card at the time you present your check. When signing up for a full table one I.D. card is needed and the address and phone number on all checks will be verified. Before entry to all shows, present your Concordia I.D. card along with your tickets. NO CASH. Include phone number and addresses on checks. Penciled in names for cabaret style shows for two days only. Ticket numbers for sales will not be given out before 8:30 a.m. Only Clubhouse numbers will be honored. Clubhouse policy: you may always sign up other couples; however, each couple must submit their own check. First day for new sales will be second Saturday of the Month, August 10.

OCTOBER HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
Come and enjoy our second annual Holiday Boutique, for the sale of new items only that may be purchased for the holidays as gifts. Join us in the Regency Room Saturday, October 5 from 12-4 p.m. Concordia residents may purchase tables to sell only new treasures for gifts. So get in the shopping spirit and sell your wares or start your holiday shopping early! Vendor set up time is 9-11:30 a.m., shopping time from 12-4 p.m. Invite friends and relatives to shop (must be cleared through security). Cost is $20, for an 8-foot table, (limit per person 8-foot table or 2 bridge tables). Tables are limited so don’t wait to sign up. Maximum number of tables is 30. Last day to sign up is August 25. Sign up with concierge. *NEW SALE

Abba Girlz

ABBA GIRLZ TO STAR AT AUGUST SHOW NIGHT
The August Auditorium Show Night is going to be a very funny and entertaining evening Saturday, August 17, starting at 8:30 p.m. Joey Vincent will be the opening act, and no matter what your taste is in entertainment Joey has something for everyone. Fast-paced humor, rapid-fire costume change impressions, and a musical tribute to trumpet greats are just part of fun. You will definitely be entertained. Starring for the remainder of the evening will be “Abba Girlz” Tribute Band, one of the best Abba Tributes since Abba itself. This New York City based band features beautiful harmonies, elaborate costumes and exciting choreography guaranteed to captivate all audiences making every show a night to remember. They have been entertaining crowds all over North America since 2009. This is a night you do not want to miss. Cost for this show is only $8.50 pp. Sign up with concierge. Open to guests.

Elvis, even Frank Sinatra and many more. They have performed and toured worldwide from concert halls to theaters. This very talented couple will bring down the house, and have you dancing and clapping in your seats. After the show join us in the Party room for cookies and coffee. Show ticket $9.25 pp, combination ticket is $14.25 pp. Sign up with concierge. *NEW SALE

Louis and Aquanetta Toval and Lenora Kelly

AUDITORIUM SHOW TICKET SALES
If seating is still available, you may always purchase auditorium tickets the same day of the show.

Look Who’s New In Concordia
By Tobi A. Bellovin
Three is the magic charm. We welcome three family members, Aquanetta and Louis Toval and their grandmother Lenora Kelly. Louis, a New Yorker, works for New York Life Insurance Company as a Computer Analyst. He commutes daily by bus. Aquanetta, a former Philadelphia resident still works there. She is a Reimbursement Analyst. Together they have two children and four grandchildren. Concordia’s design and space and esthetics are what attracted them initially to our community. Lenora also came from Philadelphia. She is retired from Environmental Services for Presbyterian Hospital. She had one child and has four grandchildren. Aquanetta and Louis love the theater and traveling. They hope to become tennis players when time permits. Lenora loves flowers and has a passion for shopping. Look for her on the Concordia bus. This family will be taking advantage of the entertainment and services we offer. Good luck. We hope to see you around enjoying yourselves.

CONCORDIA ART FESTIVAL ATTENTION: ART ENTHUSIASTS
Please make note of the following dates regarding the art exhibition. 1. Tuesday, August 27 artists check in your artwork between 9-11:30 a.m. 2. Wednesday, August 28 Art Show from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 3. Thursday, August 29 artists check out between 9 am-11:30 a.m. Due to the Art Festival there will be no set-ups Tuesday, August 27, Wednesday, August 28 and Thursday, August 29. Your cooperation and patience will be appreciated.

CULTURE/ EDUCATIONAL CORNER
CONDO OLYMPIC APPRECIATION CEREMONY SET FOR SEPTEMBER
On Tuesday, September 24 at 1:30 p.m. all captains and Condo Senior Olympic participants are invited to attend this appreciation ceremony. At this time awards will be presented for those groups who won a medal. Only participants will be admitted to this presentation. No guests will be allowed. Please sign up with the concierge to RSVP by September 15.

DYNAMIC DUO HEADLINES SEPTEMBER SMALL AUDITORIUM SHOW
It’s been 3 years since Dominique and Julian were DJ’s at our dance. They are back by popular demand this time for your listening pleasure only. The date is Saturday, September 21 at 8:30 pm. Dominique & Julian, a dynamic duo whose show is also known as “The Show of 1000 Voices,” will sing the sounds of Broadway, Andrea Bocelli, Whitney Houston, Pavarotti, Aretha Franklin,
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SAVE THE DATE!
UPCOMING CLUBHOUSE FUNCTIONS
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LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR ART FESTIVAL
Please call the Clubhouse at 655-4664 and ask for Debra to Volunteer as a chaperone for the Art Festival on Wednesday, August 28. All volunteer chaperones must wear black and white.

TRIPS
HARRAH’S CASINO AND RACETRACK CHESTER, PA
Experience the adrenaline pumping thrills of live harness racing and play at the casino on Wednesday, September 18. (Amount of slot play money not yet known.)

OCT. 5 OCT. 19 NOV. 9 DECEMBER



HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE COMFORT AUDITORIUM SHOW MOVIE NIGHT “CHRISTMAS CONCERT “3 TENORS CONCERT” NEW YEAR’S EVE SIGN UP Sunday, September 22- 9 a.m.
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It’s the time of the year when instructional classes are being offered to residents at the Clubhouse. You have a selection to choose from. The lottery courses listed today require a $5 registration fee that is refundable. The driving course offered by AARP has a one-time Please check Concierge desk after the lottery deadline to see if you made the class. If you cannot make a class please DO NOT call Instructor, call Concierge for an excused absence. In order to get your $5 returned at the end of class, you must attend half the classes and cannot have more than 3 excused absences. A CHOC consent form must be submitted by the resident along with a lottery form for any physical exercise.

charge. It is important to read the guidelines concerning these classes and the deadlines for applying. A CHOA consent form must be submitted by the resident along with a lottery form, if it’s a physical activity.

needed. Eat before you come and bring a light snack and/or water for break. Cost for members $12 and cost to non-members is $14 per person. Make all checks payable to AARP. Sign up with concierge.

FINANCIAL SEMINAR
“BE AS SMART AS THE PEOPLE HANDLING YOUR MONEY” Learn how to protect yourself against unscrupulous brokers and investment practices! An educational seminar given by Marc Gottlieb, a practicing securities attorney, with over 22 years experience, Ezri Shector, president of Centrade Inc. (A Division of Spencer Winston Securities), and Andrew Pedote, vice president/fixed income manager, Centrade Inc., will be here at the Concordia Clubhouse, on Wednesday, August 14 at 1:30 p.m. The other topics to be discussed will be how to read your statements, how to spot hidden expenses, and how to know what rights and remedies you have in the event you are wronged. All are welcome to attend and refreshments will be served. Sign up with concierge.

NOTICE
For all Seminar & Culture Corners, PLEASE SIGN UP with the Concierge to assure adequate seating and refreshments. Concordians who have signed up will be checked in at the door after showing their I.D. No guests will be allowed without a $5 fee paid to the Concierge.

YOGA CLASS
An 11-week “Yoga Class,” conducted by volunteer instructor Elaine Schaffer, will begin Wednesday, October 2 in the Clubhouse. The class includes gentle stretching and slow rhythmic movements for lowering your stress. Increase your mobility and flexibility and learn how to relax. If you must eat, eat light before class and wear loose fitting clothing. No experience necessary. A CHOA consent form must be submitted by the resident along with the lottery form. Class is open to 30 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is September 22. The other class dates are October 9, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18. The time is 8:5010:15 a.m. Sign up with concierge. *NEW SALE

SAINT PETER’S MEDICAL SEMINARS
“NEUROPATHY: WHAT IT IS; TREATMENT OPTIONS” TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 @ 1:30 p.m. Presented by Dr. Hersh, Neurologist, neuropathy is a problem many Americans face due to the result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic disorders, and diabetes. It is uncomfortable and keeps many people awake at night. Light refreshments will be served. Sign up with concierge. “LSVT-EXERCISE PROGRAM FOR PARKINSON’S PATIENTS” TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 @ 1:30 p.m. Carol Bartelbaugh, physical therapist, will present this program. LSVT BIG is an exercise program for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. It is a very interesting exercise program and has a remarkable video about the results of the program. I encourage people who have or care about someone with Parkinson’s Disease to learn about this evidence based program. Light refreshments will be served. Sign up with concierge.

AARP DRIVING CLASS
This course helps mature drivers sharpen their skills. The class will be held on Thursday, August 8 from 126 p.m. Receive a discount when renewing auto insurance and deduct two points from your motor vehicle license. You must have a New Jersey License and show your AARP card. If a couple signs up, two checks are

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Nurse’s Notes:
Vaccines for Adults: Which Do You Need?
Stephanie Fitzsimmons Sexton, RN, APN
Early in our lives when we care for children, we are diligent about getting young children vaccinated. Are you up to date with your vaccination schedule? Below is the schedule developed by the Center for Disease Control. Vaccines offer protection from various types of infections and diseases, from seasonal flu to diphtheria. Understand which vaccines adults need and when to get them. Age 27 to 59 • Influenza vaccines once a year. • Tdap vaccine if not previously vaccinated, plus additional dose during pregnancy. (Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) • Td booster every 10 years (Tetanus/Diphtheria) • MMR vaccine if not previously vaccinated or not immune (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Age 60 to 64
• Influenza vaccine once a

year
• Tdap vaccine if not previ-

ously vaccinated (Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) • Td booster every 10 years (Tetanus/Diphtheria) • Zoster vaccine (Shingles Vaccine) Ages 65 and older • Influenza vaccine once a year • Tdap vaccine if not previously vaccinated (Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) • Zoster vaccine if not previously vaccinated (Shingles Vaccine) • Pneumococcal vaccine Influenza Influenza (flu) is a viral infection that affects the respiratory system. Potentially serious – even life threatening – complications of the flu are possible. Yearly vaccination is recommended for all adults. Get the flu vaccine each year in September or as

soon as it becomes available. The vaccine can be given as a shot in the muscle or under the skin. It can also be given as a nasal spray, which contains the live, attenuated influenza vaccine. If you’re age 50 or older, you may not receive the nasal spray vaccine. Don’t get the flu vaccine if you’ve had a severe reaction to it in the past. Consult your doctor before getting the vaccine if you have had GuillianBarre syndrome after a previous flu vaccination or you have a severe allergy to eggs. If you are ill – with or without a fever – wait until you’re recovered before getting the vaccine Pneumococcal disease Pneumococcal disease is a potentially serious infection caused by a type of bacteria called pneumococcus. Pneumococcal disease can take various forms, including pneumonia and meningitis. Pneumococcus also causes

infections in the bloodstream. Get the pneumococcal polysaccharide (PPSV23) vaccine if you’re 65 or older, or you have any of the following risk factors. • You have a weakened immune system, including HIV infection • You have a chronic illness, including heart disease, asthma, lung disease, kidney disease, liver disease, sickle cell disease or diabetes. • You’ve had your spleen removed • You live in a long-term care facility. • You smoke or have alcoholism • You have cochlear implants. If for any reason you received one or two doses of PPSV23 before age 65, you should get another dose of the vaccine at age 65 or later if it’s been at least five years since your previous dose. Don’t get the pneumococcal vaccine if you had a severe reaction to a previous dose. Delay getting the vaccine if you’re currently ill with an infection. This vaccine

can be received any time during the year and you can receive the flu vaccine the same day you receive the pneumonia vaccine. Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis are bacterial infections. Tetanus, sometimes called lockjaw, affects the nervous system, leading to painful muscle contractions – especially In the jaw and neck. Diphtheria is a respiratory disease that can lead to difficulty in breathing, especially in children. Pertussis is commonly known as whooping cough and causes a persistent hacking cough. Get the combined tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine if you haven’t received the vaccine in the past or aren’t sure if you’ve received it. Don’t get the Tdap vaccine if you had a severe reaction to a previous dose of Tdap or Td vaccine, or you experienced a coma or seizures within seven days of a previous dose of the vaccine. Delay getting the vaccine if you’re currently ill. Consult your doctor before getting Tdap if you have epilepsy or you’ve had Guillain-Barre syndrome. Varicella Varicella, commonly known as chickenpox, is a highly contagious infection that causes a red, itchy rash. Complications can include bacterial infection of the skin, infection in the bloodstream, pneumonia and inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). Get the varicella vaccine if: • You didn’t have the vaccine as a child or adolescent or you’ve never had Chickenpox – especially if you’re at high risk of being exposed to varicella or you have close contact with someone with a weakened immune system. • You aren’t sure whether you’ve had chickenpox • Don’t get the varicella vaccine if you had a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose, to gelatin or the antibiotic neomycin. You also shouldn’t get the vaccine if you have a weakened immune system. Delay getting the vaccine if you’re currently ill. • The Nursing Office will be holding flu clinics this fall and we also have the Pneumonia vaccine on hand. If it has been 5 years since your last dose of pneumonia, please have your physician fax us a prescription or you can bring the prescription with you to the flu/pneumonia clinic. Adapted from the CDC guidelines.

Concordia Seminar
Date: Tuesday, August 13 Time: 1:30 p.m. Topic: Neuropathy: What it is: Treatment Options Speaker: Dr. Hersh, Neurologist RSVP: Concierge Light refreshments served
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THE LIGHTER SIDE
By Bill Kulberg

Tips Tobi Won’t Touch - Revisited
Time again for the lazy man’s remedy: repeating an article from a past issue. I always justify this by the fact that we’re constantly getting new people in Concordia who’ve not experienced the wisdom of a few years back. Don’t recall how long ago this one was, but who cares! One of the best, most informative columns each month is Tobi’s Tips, a compilation of suggestions, many heretofore unknown by most, to help in our daily chores and endeavors. Tobi Bellovin gathers them from numerous sources and the articles are interesting, well written, concise and, from what we hear from fellow Concordians, most useful. With so many suggestions, there’s gonna be a head scratcher or two. One that struck me was a remedy for removing soapy film from a shower door. “Wash it with lemon juice and wipe with a newspaper.” Tobi didn’t specify the paper, but we’d frown on it being this one. The fact is, you could spend a couple of bucks on a squeegee. It’s cheaper and does the job without depleting your supply of a key Bloody Mary and Whiskey Sour ingredient. Shortly after that I was emailed a list of solutions attained by using vodka. It came from a friend who looks for things with which to annoy old pals. If Tobi knew of them, her ethics caused her to eschew using them. Ethics have never been my strength, but I believe sharing is a virtue. Here then are some of the original ways vodka can make life easier, compliments of my pal Sal. To clean the caulking around the bathtub and shower, fill a trigger spray bottle with vodka, spray the caulking, let it sit for five minutes and wash clean. The alcohol kills any mold and mildew. That leaves five minutes to kill. Get some crème de cacao, the lemon juice you didn’t waste on Tobi’s shower door, and the remnants of the vodka. You now have the makings of a Ninotchka Cocktail, which can be sipped while reading the newspaper you didn’t ruin by wiping away lemon juice. Keep it to two glasses. After a third, you might have trouble negotiating the cleaning. Even worse, you may not care. Fill a 16-ounce triggerspray bottle with vodka and spray bees or wasps to kill them. They’ve got this obsession with putting liquor into trigger spray bottles. How about all the bug sprays on the market? Vodka in a glass with quinine water is much more practical. Quinine helps ward off malaria, a lot more deadly than what you get from bees and wasps. To cure foot odor, wash your feet with vodka. Or shower or bathe daily.
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Fill a cup with vodka and let your razor blade soak in it after shaving. The vodka disinfects the blade, preventing rust. When was the last time you found rust on your razor? Comparing the price of vodka to that of razor blades, it seems logical to use them until they no longer cut effectively. The quality of life for old blades isn’t much. The quality of life after drinking vodka improves in direct proportion to the amount consumed. Get a load of this. Fill a clean, used mayonnaise jar with freshly packed lavender flowers, fill the jar with vodka, seal the lid tightly and set in the sun for three days. Strain liquid through a coffee filter, then apply the tincture to aches and pains.
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Demonstrations August 1 - 15

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HAPPENINGS IN CONCORDIA
A Celebration of Special Days and Events
By Jean Goldberg The end of the summer is approaching and my days of writing this column are also coming to an end. I am moving from Concordia but since my destination is not far away, I hope to see my dear friends as often as I can. It has been a wonderful adventure living in Concordia for 20 years and being a member of the staff of the Concordian for about half of that time. Our editor, Mort Perlman, has always been encouraging and appreciative. My fellow staff members are very talented and fun to work with. To the readers who have stopped to speak to me when we met or called to tell me how much they enjoy my writings, I say a heartfelt Thank You. I hope everyone is taking advantage of our pool, cabarets and shows. Broadway has been brought right into our Regency Room! For the following residents with birthdays and anniversaries this month, best wishes and happiness on these occasions. Happy August Birthday Connie Aldana ................. 8/9 Mary Bender .................. 8/12 Jerry Berens .................... 8/9 Lee Bernstein .................. 8/6 Anita Burns .................... 8/21 Joan Camposano .......... 8/28 Seymour Cohen .............. 8/4 Ruthe Deutsch............... 8/10 Edna Dickman ............... 8/20 Arnold Dropkin............... 8/26 Sali Frank ....................... 8/30 Betty Gall.......................... 8/4 Barnett Geller ................. 8/28 Florence Getz ................ 8/22 Roslyn Giles ................... 8/11 Carolyn Gottlieb ............... 8/9 Mickey Harris ................. 8/25 Bob Isenstein ................. 8/11 Evelyn Karen .................. 8/10 Bill Kulberg ..................... 8/14 Ethel Lane ........................ 8/7 Sunny Leebaw ............... 8/10 Ann Lemler ....................... 8/8 Ruth Levine ...................... 8/3 Charlotte H. Liberman .... 8/30 Carol Michaels ............... 8/14 Shirley Nelson .................. 8/3 Bernard Passer .............. 8/29 Renee Perlman .............. 8/21 Betty Prichep .................. 8/20 Judy Reiner .................... 8/14 Lorraine Rofsky ................ 8/4 Biby Rosen ....................... 8/4 Abraham Saitzyk .............. 8/9 Bea Saitzyk .................... 8/19 Elaine Schaffer ................. 8/6 Sondra Schuler .............. 8/21 Helen Singer .................. 8/22 Ruth Solomon ................ 8/28 Bob Stark ....................... 8/30 Aida Workman ............... 8/16 Happy Anniversary Roberta & Joseph Altman ....................................... 8/15 Joyce & Larry Barnett .... 8/14 Judy & Norman Elkin ....... 8/2 Marie & George Feldman. 8/5 Naomi &Larry Kirsch ...... 8/31 Linda & Raymond Klein . 8/27 Marilyn & Sol Mix ............. 8/28 Millicent & Lawrence Reisch ........................................... 8/28 Rhoda & Sol Sherman ..... 8/20 Welcome to the following new residents: Charles Neighbors and Angela Phelan-Neighbors, 35 John Adams Court, from estate of Anita Seiden; Jed Alpert, 10B Edinburgh Drive, from estate of Barbara Drew; Carlo and Marlene Padua, 1D Ingram Drive, from Kulinich; John and Katherine Watts, 6 James Buchanan Drive, from Helen Puritz; Joanne Kenny, 8E John Adams Court, from Gladys Kaufman; Robert D’Amico, 27C Daniel Webster Avenue; Jongyan Lu, 7B Spaulding, from David Blender; Lawrence Kane and Ms. Czarnowski, 29 George Washington Drive, from estate of Warren Daum; Sheila Sommerman, 8A John Paul Jones Drive, from George and Frances Cook; Sung H. Lee and Dong N. Lee, 9B Patrick Henry Court, from Marlene Kradior. Condolences To: Enid Cranin, on the loss of her husband, Allen; to Esther Neshin, on the loss of her husband, Irving; to Rosemarie Torppey, on the loss of her husband, Bill; to Arlette Rosenberg, on the loss of her husband, Harris and to the families of Natalie Mayerman and Kathy Orland. Personals Thank you to all my friends and neighbors for their care, concern, cards, donations and loving offers of assistance during my recent hospitalization and recuperation. Rita Rosenberg On June 14 while biking on Concordia Circle my husband fell. We would like to thank all those who stopped to help. He is recovering at home and will be back on his bike soon. Thank you again and God Bless. John and Lynn Lowrey

August Trivia
By Bill Kulberg
LAST MONTH – Kind of slim pickings this month. We asked about a crime spree that caused a task force of over 100 law officers, called Operation Omega, to be created. As you will recall, they were after Son of Sam. I asked not for that title, but instead his name. He was David Berkowitz. Roz Brodsky, Barbara Fleit, Jeanne Levitz, Bette Lipsky, Bobbi Wilcox and Janet Wood had the correct answers. SUPER DUPER – Here, I asked for the name of the product created by a sculptor, as it turns out, Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, who used his wife and mother as models for what project. It was the Statue of Liberty. Correct responses from Roz Brodsky, Jeanne Levitz and Janet Wood. THIS MONTH – [email protected] with trivia the subject, or 655-2966. One of the more annoying things at a wedding, especially if you’re the bride or groom, is having rice thrown at you. Care to guess how throwing rice became a custom? Hint – it’s not one that originated in this country. SUPER DUPER – After a while, it’s hard to remember if I’ve asked certain questions before. This is one of them. What president’s daughter had a candy bar named after her?

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At the Movies
By Mildred Goodwin
Recently, I had a most serendipitous experience that I would like to share with my readers. Yes, it does pertain to movies (what else?). And this unexpected situation led me to see a film that I, most likely, never would have considered worth my time or worth the price of a ticket. It was a hot, muggy afternoon and my friends and I decided to do what comes “naturally” - go to the movies! The film we had selected was sold out; obviously, likeminded moviegoers were sharing our cinematic tastes. Thus, we had to settle for second or, even, lesser best. The movie was “The Bling Ring.” None of us had heard of it before this day. What a fascinating surprise it turned out to be. “The Bling Ring,” produced, directed, with the screenplay written by Sofia Coppola tells about a string of burglaries committed by Los Angeles teenagers in 2008 and 2009. It is based on actual events that to my companions and myself still seem incongruous. All gangs must have leaders and Katie Chang (Rebecca Ahn) and Marc Hall (Israel Brossard), are the ringleaders of this group. They meet at an alternative high school in an affluent suburb of LA, become quite friendly with one another and decide burglaries and joyrides are the way to go. Their group quickly grows (more fun than school and homework), and they begin to steal from neighbors and acquaintances. Their neighborhoods are close to the popular celebrities of the moment, such as Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Orlando Bloom and others. Most of the celebrities they rob are not too familiar to this writer. In my days of yore, (Cooper, Colbert, Crawford, Gable etc.) had heavy duty security systems, butlers, menacing dogs and other accoutrements designed to respect privacy and possessions. But in these days of reality shows, computer tracking and other up-to-the minute knowledge of a celebrity’s lifestyle, it’s not too difficult to discover who was or was not at home. They would enter, inspect the house, mess it up a bit, help themselves to elegant furs, designer clothes, jewels, exclusive handbags, shoes and whatever else that would suit their fancy and then be on their way to one of their nightclubs to dance, smoke pot, sniff cocaine and have a jolly good time. “The Bling Ring” thieves were not out to menace, kill, kidnap, or commit any of the other horrors we constantly see In the media. No, they are bored, attractive, neither overly bright nor stupid. They want what they want when they want it and go on to steal several million dollars in jewelry and clothes. They have no ideals -they desire the lives of the super-rich and go from house to house to satisfy these desires. What was so perplexing in this film was that the celebrities from whom they stole had magnificent homes, but their lives are so open to the world of social media, that few of them had any security in their own homes. Our teenagers would find keys under mats, unlocked doors, friendly dogs, everything but a Welcome sign. Paris Hilton and Kirsten Dunst have nonspeaking cameos as themselves and Hilton’s house is used throughout the film. As the characters in the film rummage through Paris Hilton’s real possessions, so do we and it is quite disturbing. “The Bling Ring” is a strange and rather pathetic film - no slapstick, no laughable gags. These are well-todo teenagers, who have little contact with their parents and not even warm, solid friendships with their fellow thieves. Actually, these young people were eventually arrested and received minimal prison sentences. Sofia Coppola does not indicate in the movie if they learned anything from the court trial and sentences they received - they seem to have mocked the entire legal process. We are not given any insight that they have reformed in any way. If Coppola’s desire was to show a slice of American life in 2013, she succeeded. This is a cold, relentless film - he-

donistic young people consumed by consumerism - no explanations are offered. This is not one of my Happy Faces reviews but, if possible, I do recommend you see “The Bling Ring” - an intriguing movie experience that leaves you with something to think about. August represents summer at its peak - enjoy every moment of it and let us meet soon again At The Movies! Incidentally do not overlook: “What Maisie Knew,” “The Attack” and “Before Midnight.”

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* CLOSED CAPTIONS SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 “THE ARTIST” *2 PM (CC) & 7 PM 100 MINUTES-PG-13 Winner of five Oscars, this artful black and white silent film follows the romance between a silent era superstar on a downward spiral and a rising young starlet who embraces the future of cinema at the dawn of the “talkies.” Starring
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Jean Dujardin, Bernice Bejo, John Goodman, James Cromwell and more. This is rated PG-13 for disturbing image and crude gestures. SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 “SKYFALL” *2 PM (CC) & 7:30 PM 143 MINUTES-PG-13 When a serious menace threatens MI6, James Bond
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is on the case putting aside his own life and personal issues to hunt and obliterate the perpetrators. Meanwhile, secrets arise from M’s past that strain Bond’s loyalty to his longtime boss. This movie has intense violent sequences throughout, some sexuality, language and smoking. Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris and more. SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 “ZERO DARK THIRTY” *2 PM (CC) & 7 PM 157 MINUTES-R For a decade, an elite team of intelligence and military operatives, working in secret across the globe, devoted themselves to a single goal; to find and eliminate Osama bin Laden. Zero Dark Thirty reunites the Oscarwinning team of directorproducer Kathryn Bigelow and writer-producer Mark Boal (2009 Best Picture, The Hurt Locker) for the story of history’s greatest manhunt for the world’s most dangerous man. This movie has violence, including brutal disturbing images, and strong language. Starring Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Ehle, Mark Strong and more.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 “THE GUILT TRIP” *2 PM (CC) & 7 PM 96 MINUTES-PG-13 After Andy Brewster invents a fabulous new organic cleaner, he goes on a cross-country road trip to promote it. His mother, Joyce, comes along for the ride but soon discovers that her son has an ulterior motive: fixing her up with a long-lost flame. Some language and some risqué material. Starring Barbra Streisand, Seth Rogen, Adam Scott, Colin Hanks and more. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 “UNSTOPPABLE” *2 PM (CC) & 7:30 PM 99 MINUTES-PG-13 It’s a nail biting race against time as an unmanned train carrying a load of lethal chemicals speeds out of control, and a

conductor and engineer do everything in their power to keep it from derailing and killing tens of thousands of people. Denzel Washington leads the cast in Tony Scott’s tough-minded action thriller, in which a terrible circumstance forces a couple of ordinary men to become extraordinary heroes. There is a sequence of action and peril, and some language. Also starring Chris Pine, Rosario Dawson, Ethan Suplee, Kevin Dunn and more. SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 "IDENTITY THIEF" *2 PM (CC) & 7:30 PM 111 MINUTES-R Is Sandy Patterson, a banking executive, living in Colorado with his wife and kids, or is he a she and living it up in Florida? When Sandy is accused of crimes he hasn’t committed, he must track down the woman who took his identity. This movie is absurd, goofy and has sexual content and language.

Tobi’s Tips
By Tobi A. Bellovin
Thanks to my friends. in Concordia for their tips. Keep them coming. What works for you will work for others. Janet, Carol, Barbara, Sandy and Barbara contributed this month. • If you get a stain on a delicate fabric or on a bright fabric, work on the stain from the inside. Work gently. Never rub, blot. Use paper towel to blot. Never put an item in the dryer until the spot is removed. Heat can set stains. • When using your garbage disposal it is important to run cool to cold water as you run the disposal. Then keep the water running for several seconds. To help it smelling fresh you can grind up orange or lemon rinds. This will help rid odors. • Wash fruit and vegetables by adding two tablespoons of baking soda to a bowl of cold water to remove pesticides. Wash thoroughly before eating. • Add a pinch of baking soda to red based sauces to cut the acidity. • Soak crystal in baking soda for added shine. • Clean your iron by wiping with a sudsy cloth or a nylon mesh pad. If there is a large buildup of starch, use a cloth soaked in vinegar. Never use an abrasive cleanser or a metal scouring pad. • If potato chips have gotten stale, spread the chips on a microwave safe dish and microwave for about one minute. Place on paper towel to cool. • Before pouring sticky substances into a measuring cup, fill with hot water. Pour out the water, but without drying container add ingredients and watch how easily it comes out. • Wrap a wet towel around your warm beverages and put into the freezer. In about fifteen minutes it will be almost ice cold. • Put a small amount of water in a glass when you microwave your pizza to keep the crust from getting chewy. • Use a magnet to find nails and studs in your walls. • Put leftover coffee in ice cube trays so when you make ice coffee it does not get watered down. • A frozen, saturated sponge in a plastic bag makes an ice pack that won’t drip when it melts. • A small amount of olive oil on a cloth can prevent brass from tarnishing. Good for decorative items only. Not for cooking materials. That’s it for this month. Hope you learned something. Until next time… (Note: Remember to heed all manufacturer safety warnings before cleaning household items and appliances. All advice is offered for informational purposes only. Use your own best discretion when following all household tips.)
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The Bridge Connection
By Rosalie Slutsky, Master Teacher and Director, Licensed by ACBL and ABTA Seldom does one find a bridge hand like the following: (one can only dream until you find one like this!). Partner opens with one notrump and you are sitting with this hand: ♠ AQ7 ♥ AJ64 ♦ AKQ62 ♣ 5 Without falling out of your chair, you remember that partner has promised you 16 to 18 points so your main interest is does he have the ace of clubs. Well, yes! He has to have the king of spades (3), king and queen of hearts (5) and the ace and king of clubs (7) plus a jack somewhere. Just bid seven no-trump. It is a “lay-down.” If you think like the above in figuring out your bids, you will be a mighty fine player! Unfortunately, there were some people who did not and found themselves in six no-trump making seven. Whether you play for money or master points, you want to get to the best contract and thinking about where your partner’s points are is critical. I always emphasize the fact that you can’t play bridge alone. Always play with your partner. Karen Walker, a very fine teacher has said, “To the average player, it may seem that bridge champions have a sixth sense for finding brilliant bids. Some probably do have a natural talent for the game, but they don’t win by relying solely on their instincts. The most successful players discipline themselves to think objectively, play the odds and justify every decision. They try never to make a blind guess or act on a hunch. What may appear to be an inspired guess is usually the result of a logical thought process.” Some jokes recently overheard: A Fit is that rare occurrence when partner has more than a singleton in your good suit. Also, colloquially, what you have if you discover he has raised you with a singleton! (Definition of a partner)… Of the three opponents at bridge, the one who sits opposite you! And finally, the difference between genius and stupidity at the bridge table is that genius has its limits! Someone famous once said, “A bad day at the bridge table is better than cleaning house.” Happy Bridging Everyone!

Luncheon with Norman
By Jack Galin
During the course of one’s life, our social ties, our friends come primarily from where we live, where we go to school, “our environment.” As we age, new areas contribute to our socializing where we work, the type of work we pursue, our successes, our failures. Retirement is another story. If we choose to live in a retirement community, such as Concordia, we meet new friends who come from locations, livelihoods and backgrounds that we might never had experienced prior to retirement. Such a mixture occurred recently and contributed to a fascinating and most enjoyable experience. At a memorial for a mutual friend, four totally different personalities were brought together. Mildred was a college professor, an educator and a lecturer. Sylvia had been an RN, a nursing instructor, an adviser to the NYC Depart(Continued on page 10)

Social Bridge
JUNE 6 1. Ken Kendall & Olive Agins 2. Muriel Friedland & Hilda Goldsmith 3. Inge Seidorf & Saul Smith JUNE 20 1. Mimi Trokie & Miriam Fein 2. Lillian Winegard & Bobby Millman 3. Irma Levy & Bernard Levy

Duplicate Bridge
JUNE 7 NORTH-SOUTH Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Becky Holman-Tom Newton EAST-WEST Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Renee Goodwin-Ruth Elblonk Roslyn Ettinger-Herb Ettinger JUNE 12 NORTH-SOUTH Ben Greenblatt-Barbara Dranoff Shirley Appleson-Morris Isaacs Phil Zipser-Louis Katz EAST-WEST Edith Rolnik-Corinne Edelbaum Olive Agins-Muriel Friedland Paul Brauth-Rosalie Brauth JUNE 14 NORTH-SOUTH Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon Becky Holman-Tom Newton Barbara Cohen-John Lederer EAST-WEST Lewis Cohen-Barry Taback Rosalie Slutsky-Edith Rolnik Evelyn Hornick-Irwin Hornick JUNE 19 NORTH-SOUTH Anita Pollack-Bernard Pollack Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Len Solomon-Helen Solomon EAST-WEST Olive Agins-Carol Korris Carol Cohen-Lewis Cohen Muriel Pizer-Rosalie Gelernt
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JUNE 21 NORTH-SOUTH Anita Pollack-Bernard Pollack Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon EAST-WEST Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Lewis Cohen-Barry Taback Shirley Appelson-Morris Isaacs JUNE 26 NORTH-SOUTH Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Helen Solomon-Len Solomon Anita Pollack-Bernard Pollack EAST-WEST Renee Goodwin-Ruth Elblonk Olive Agins-Louis Katz Mike Richman-Howard Shain JUNE 28 NORTH-SOUTH Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon Evelyn Cohen-Abe Cohen Rosalie Slutsky-Edith Rolnik EAST-WEST Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Becky Holman-Tom Newton Evelyn Hornick-Irwin Hornick

Walking on Concordia Streets
Please walk FACING TRAFFIC not with traffic. Seeing oncoming vehicles is important.
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tempted by these unscrupulous characters. Last year, Muriel Friedland, a resident, shared with us a personal incident that could have been a costly experience. However, she wisely thought about the circumstance involving a ‘wild story’ presented to her by an ‘imposter grandson’ and fortunately did not get caught up in the emotional aspect of the scam. An attempt to con her out of $3,050 cash (via Western Union) was made by fast-talkers creating a “fairy-tale” that her grandson was in trouble with the police in Italy; supposedly while he and a friend were enjoying a trip they won. She wisely called his father who informed Mrs. Friedland her grandson was in Delaware at that time. She came close to being trapped, but better judgment prevailed. It is important we use extreme caution when confronted by these thieves usually on the telephone. One of our residents (who will remain unidentified) was not so fortunate. Around the same time as the previous incident, I received a phone call from a Concordia neighbor, who was ‘bitten’ quite severely by a gutless conman. He also took advantage of her love for a grandson. Like, $10,000 worth! After listening to her sad story it upset me so much I decided to repeat an incident (different then the aforementioned articles) that happened in my family. No Free Lunch This particular episode touched upon winning easy money…keep in mind the odds are heavy against it. This con tested one’s emotion of Greed. A while ago my wife, Lois, received a letter accompanied by a certified check indicating she was an apparent winner of a substantial amount of money in a consumer merchandise promotion organized for major stores in the U.S.A., Canada and the United Kingdom. The check in the amount of $3680 appeared to be legitimate and issued by a leading retailer. The crux of the letter spelled out specific directions on what to do prior to receiving the balance of winnings in the sum of $49,000. The instructions contained in the letter emphasized that the cashed check would take care of the required insurance, documentations and tax due ($2980) which she should forward via a Money Gram or Western Union to a location or department in “our office” handling such items. A ‘claim agent’ located in the U.S.A. supposedly would explain the limited requirements applicable to ‘her winnings’ following a phone call within a limited time to a specific person noted in the letter. The letter even pointed out the advanced check ‘made it possible’ that you would not have to put your own money up front. Adding to the check’s authenticity in the signature portion was the same name as the retailer’s listed CEO. Having been approached two times prior to this with scams offering enormous amounts of dollars, we were very skeptical about this particular incident…it felt too good to be true…and we were right. Just another scam. After prompt and careful investigation (utilizing the internet) we discovered this was just another scam preying on seniors. In our attempt to seek the truth we came across a letter on our computer from the Office of Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan warning against such schemes. The title of her informative piece is: “Counterfeit Check Scams: Resisting the Lure of Free Money.” Her letter starts out “Consumers can receive counterfeit checks under a wide variety of pretenses. Often, con artists will tell you that you’ve won an international lottery or sweepstakes you never entered and must wire a specified amount of money to receive your winnings. While the prospect of an unexpected windfall may sound tempting, these checks are never what they seem to be and often end up costing unsuspecting consumers a great deal of money.” Recipient of Cashed Check Has Final Liability If anyone deposits a counterfeit check and wires the money as per instructions, that person is liable to the bank even though the bank accepted the deposit making the funds available. Some banks are cautious when it comes to recognizing these types of scams. No matter what, the depositor has the final responsibility concerning counterfeit checks. Remember you can’t win something, such as a lottery or a sweepstakes if you did not purchase a ticket or enter the contest. If you are suspicious and unaware of why you were chosen, avoid getting involved and especially don’t deposit the check. You may want to contact the local authorities. With the condition of the current economy, such as it is, people on fixed incomes are more susceptible to being conned. We must resist the temptation of falling for these vicious schemes.
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By Ernie Price

New Telephone Robo Call Community System
Concordia has a new Robo Call System that will allow Management to call every resident in the community, within five minutes of activating the system, with emergency information and/ or information of importance. This Robo Call System will work much like a reverse 911, similar to the system Township currently uses in emergency situations. If your telephone number has changed, please notify the Management Office so that you will not miss out on important information. In addition, the call system provides for the same message to be sent to your email address. Please notify the Management Office if your email address is not on record or has changed.

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Statement of Editorial Principles
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ment of Health. I had been a retailer for most of my life with some exposure in Real Estate. Norman had been an engineer, a draftsman, a photographer, a private pilot, a man of varied talents. As we stood around after the services lunch was mentioned and an agreement to lunch together was agreed upon. Norman then suggested “East Hana,” I didn’t have the vaguest idea what or where was East Hana; nor west, south, or even North Hana. I doubt if the ladies had any idea either but Norman appeared knowledgeable and convincing. Off we went. East Hana was a Japanese Restaurant, “A Healthy Alternative” located on Route 18 in the building where the State Auto License Bureau had been for many years. Norman really tried to explain the contents of each dish, mostly to blank stares. He suggested we stick with the “cooked dishes.” Ultimately the three novices ordered variations of chicken and shrimp teriyakis. Tea was served, followed by Miso (soup). The main courses followed shortly, attractive and colorful. We ate and we talked; and we talked; and we talked some more. I, personally, have not converted from Corned Beef and Pastrami to sushi, sashimi or teriyaki, but I must confess that afternoon of “Luncheon with Norman’ was one of the most enjoyable afternoons I have had the good fortune to experience. I suspect that Mildred and Sylvia share that feeling. The conversation was bright and intelligent; most of the jokes were funny. Time to adjourn came too soon for all of us. Hollywood can keep “Dinner with Andre.” The bookstores can stock “Tuesdays with Morrie,” but four Concordians will happily enjoy a “Luncheon With Norman” anywhere and any time.

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By Adrienne Fein

Welcome

The ladies of WCOC TV can attest to… “It’s more play than work putting programs together.” Top row: (l - r) Barbara Goodman, Sylvia Sissman, Janet Rogan; bottom row: Elaine Schaffer, Mildred Goodwin, Adrienne Cohen.
Photos by Yvette Lederman

WCOC: It’s More Play than Work
By Yvette Lederman
August, the onset of the “Dog” days of summer, ushers in a period of lethargy, lower energy and a slowdown of activity. Expect sultry nights, a part of the summer when Sirius the Dog Star the brightest star in the sky, rises at the same time as the sun. Sirius is over twenty times brighter than our sun and is twice as massive. Some mystics have considered it to be the power behind our own sun, and the source that keeps the spiritual world alive. What better time to no longer be tethered to the workplace. You’ve been waiting twenty, thirty maybe forty years for this kind of freedom. Addressing the challenges of shaping your new lifestyle is not without its anxious moments. For some who developed interests and pastimes that lend themselves ideally to retirement, it’s an easier transition, for others it’s pretty much like being lost in a maze of choices. These are unfamiliar waters with lots of blinking harbor lights vying for your attention: clubs, sports, committees, current events discussion, study groups, exercise and dance classes, and those who gather to support a special project. These are the arenas in which friendships are often forged, and where you are likely to unearth other surprising aspects of yourself. The more seasoned Concordians have learned that the key to a successful retirement is being involved. The Dog Days are an ideal time to leisurely examine your options. You will find in the final analysis that few activities offer the diverse opportunities to learn skills, and provide a setting in which to be serious or playful, and employ all your obvious or latent talents as membership in WCOC. (We meet at 10:15 a.m. on Friday). Like Sirius the Dog Star, getting involved with your television station promises to light up your sky!

We look forward to welcoming one and all to the Welcome Coffee and Conversation session to be held on Sunday, August 4 in the Party Room starting at 12:45 p.m. What is going on around Concordia? Come join us for a cup of coffee and an hour of conversation with both new and longtime residents. It is a delightful way to spend a small amount of time getting to know your neighbors. There is nothing like a cup of coffee and some refreshments to help the social atmosphere. It is amazing to hear some of the connections made at these sessions. Many old school ‘chums’ and even some long lost relatives have reconnected at these sessions. One never knows who or what you will find out about at this social event. For more information, contact Adrienne Fein (8605984). No invitation response necessary, just show up.

By Jim Fiorello

Inquiring Photographer:

How many senior communities have you looked at and why did you choose Concordia?

Doris Axelrod Ethan Allen Dr. I am on my sixteenth year in Concordia. When I decided to move into an adult community. I visited my sonin-law’s community, Clearbrook. (They moved two years after I came to Concordia). Then I visited relatives in Greenbriar and another friend in Concordia where everyone was friendly and there were lots of activities and amenities, which was a factor in choosing Concordia. I feel I made the right choice.
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Isadore Horowitz Rutherford Hayes Dr. My wife and I were looking for a home in an adult community. After looking at Rossmoor, Clearbrook, Whittingham and Concordia, we chose Concordia because the layouts of the homes were spread out and the models were mixed, leaving more grass areas. Concordia also had an 18-hole golf course, indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, etc. Putting all this together, Myra said, “Lets go for it.”
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Driving While on a Cell Phone
Please Do Not drive while using a hand-held cell phone within Concordia. There have been situations where our residents have come very close to severe accidents. The rules of the road in New Jersey also apply to the streets in our community!

All About Books
A Book Review by Sylvia Sissman

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie
By Ayana Mathis
As the novel opens in the 1920’s it tells the story of a woman, Hattie Shepherds, the protagonist and a series of interlocking stories about each of the 12 people dependent upon Hattie, for love and survival across the 20th century. There was a great movement of 6,000 million African Americans fleeing the Jim Crow South, which upended the social geography of the country during the 20th century urban life. The story tells the rough edges of history, residing not so much within the migration itself as within a brutal allegory beset by tribulations. By the end of the first chapter, Hattie at 17 years of age has lost her twin babies to pneumonia, a loss that will reverberate through her life. The loss of her first born children coarsens and reshapes her, and in the succeeding decades that lead up to 1950 in the overlapping stories of her surviving children, we are told about Hattie and her 12 tribes - 12 as in the 12 tribes of Israel as well as 11 children to whom Hattie gives birth, and the grandchild she is seen raising towards the end. There is Floyd, conflicted about his sexual desires; Six, who reprises the longing to find salvation in religion; Billups, who was molested as a child; Franklin, the alcoholic and gambler. Alice marries well but is unhappy; Bill is self-destructive; Carrie, who is Schizophrenic; and it goes on and on. The family faces endless traumas, as Mathis takes us from one crisis to the next. Hattie is the woman who grounds her family’s story and who will not be ground down by it. Hattie, her men and her children - unmoved, lost and isolated - tumble through a joyless world, the stories make up a quilt of sorrow, and places where misfortune plays a major factor throughout their lives. The stories are told gracefully, the grief pathos are unremitting, with Hattie having too many losses, too many children, too little money, and too little love left to give. The Shepherds live with a legacy of slavery; their experiences defined by the violence, deprivation and injustice that Black Americans inherited from it. The author chooses to tell a story not only about the migration of Southern African Americans, but also a compelling one of lost empty souls at the margins of survival; their experiences defined by the violence, deprivation and injustice that Black Americans inherited from it.

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Aromas from Your Kitchen
By Adrienne Fein
Summer and grilling season have arrived. The stabilized warm weather pattern with lots of humidity has hit us hard. Get out of the kitchen....save the air conditioning and use your backyard grill. More delicious ideas that can keep the aromas in the yard, along with the heat. Portobello Mushroom ‘Mock Pizza’ Portobello Mushrooms (1 per person) 3 tblsp. of your favorite tomato sauce 1/3 cup of shredded cheese Garlic powder Olive oil spray for grilling Wash mushrooms thoroughly. Leave them wet. Heat grill to medium heat after spraying with olive oil. Place mushrooms on grill. Cook for one minute and turn over. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Then put the sauce and cheese on top. Close grill and let cook for about one minute or until the cheese melts. Cilantro Pesto Dip Makes 2 cups Note: This delicious dip can be used with chips or vegetables as a snack or is particularly good with fish or chicken. It may be kept in the refrigerator for five days or in the freezer for two months 1/3 cup walnuts 1 large bunch fresh cilantro (keep leaves and stems intact) 1 garlic clove 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tblsp. low fat sour cream or yogurt 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice Salt to taste Heat oven to 275 degrees. Place walnuts on a dry baking sheet and bake until slightly browned (about 10 minutes). Let cool for a couple of minutes. Then put cilantro, garlic and walnuts in a food processor and chop for 1/2 minutes. Add oil to mixture while the processor is running. Turn the processor off. Add sour cream, lemon juice and salt and pulse a few times to combine. Refrigerate before serving. Nutrition Per Serving (2 1/2 tblsp.): 100 Calories; 10g Fat; 1g Protein; 1g Carbohydrate; 80mg Sodium Balsamic Glazed Salmon Makes 4 servings 4 salmon fillets 1 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. olive oil 1 tsp. lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste (optional) Heat grill to 450 degrees. Place salmon in a grilling pan. Season to taste, as chosen. Bake until opaque, about 12 minutes. While the salmon is baking, place balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan and heat on medium temperature until reduced to 1/3 cup (about 8 minutes). Remove from heat and whisk in oil and lemon juice. Place finished fillets on plates and drizzle with glaze. Nutrition Per Serving: 380 calories; 21g fat; 34g protein; 9g carbohydrates; 190mg sodium Baked Sweet Potato Fries On The Grill Makes 4 servings 2 medium sized sweet potatoes scrubbed and dried 1 tblsp. extra virgin olive oil
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Astronomy/ Science Club
By Mildred Goodwin
It will soon be time for our next meeting, and the Astronomy/Science Club most cordially invites all our members and interested Concordians to a lecture by Dr. J. Douglas Wright, Department of Mathematics, Drexel University. We will meet in the Regency Room on August 15 at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Wright’s topic is “Computer Modeling of Deep Sea Tsunamis.” Tsunamis have certainly been in the headlines these last few years, and Dr. Wright is most knowledgeable about this threatening act of nature. Did You Know: Venus is not a nice place to live, or even visit! There is never a clear day on Venus; It is always covered from equator to pole by a 9-mile layer of clouds of concentrated sulfuric acid. And there is no relief from the heat. Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system, with a surface temperature of 870 degrees F. that stays about the same from equator to pole, day and night. There is also no water on Venus. So, what are we complaining about on these hot summer days? Oh, yes! One can complain about the heat on Venus, but not the humidity—it is a dry heat, very similar to Arizona. Indeed, there is so much to learn about astronomy and other sciences; so do come to our August meeting. You will meet and hear a fine speaker, enjoy delicious refreshments and meet many interesting, friendly Concordians.

of 2008. Where: Clubhouse Regency Room Time: 1 p.m. sharp Cost: $20 members - $22 non-members Lunch consisting of sandwiches, wraps, salad, dessert and beverages will be served before we are shown the movie. Mildred will introduce the film and tell us what she knows about the film and cast. And we will relax and enjoy the film. For more Information call: Barbara Rosenberg 4097093 or Yolanda Schiller 235 -9759. Macy’s department store is again hosting “Shop for a Cause” on Saturday, August 24. It is their 7th Annual “Cause” day to benefit charities nationwide. Since 2006, Shop for a Cause has raised more than $48 million for regional and local charities across the country. This is, once again, our opportunity to be part of the excitement at their Freehold store. Here’s how! We will sell you a $5 shopping pass which will entitle you to: A 25% discount on almost all your purchases, including regular, sale and clearance merchandise. A chance to win a $500 gift card…no purchase necessary. Your $5 for the purchase of this pass will be a direct contribution to Brandeis. Please call Beverly Slaten 235-9802 or Ethel Weinberg 409-3844 with questions. Please save these dates for future exciting events: Thursday, September 19

— Paid-Up Membership meeting. Wednesday, September 25 — Adventure Aquarium/ Haddonfield Trip Sunday, October 27 — Puccini Concert Wednesday, November 6 — Book & Author Luncheon, with Letty Cottin Pogrebin
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Brandeis
By Betty Rosenberg
At the Thursday, August 15 Brandeis meeting, Mildred Goodwin will present a delightful movie “Slumdog Millionaire” for our enjoyment. It is about a penniless 18-yearold orphan from Mumbai who is one question away from winning a staggering 20 million rupees on India’s “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” The film won eight Academy Awards including best picture

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1/2 tsp. sugar substitute 1 tsp. cinnamon Heat grill to medium/high heat. Slice each potato lengthwise into 8 pieces. Toss with sugar substitute and cinnamon. Then add oil and mix. Spread in a single layer on an aluminum pan and cook for about 15 minutes. Turn each slice over and bake another 10 minutes or until soft. Serve hot. Nutrition Per Serving: 100 calories; 3.5g fat; 1g protein; 17g carbohydrates; 2g fiber; 170mg sodium
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Chorale Opens New Vistas
By Jack Galin
Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. Berthold Auerbach On this past July 27 and 28, the Concordia Chorale performed a program that opened opportunities and gates that had never before been performed or even attempted at Concordia. In previous years, going back to what might be called “the prehistoric era,” the Chorale performed variations of Broadway shows such as “Fiddler on The Roof,” “Carousel,” and “The King and I.” These were performed “in Concert” with dialogue interspersed amongst the many and iconic songs. They included some of the best of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and others. About four years ago, came a new Director, a new direction and a new focus. Now the Chorale was concentrating on particular composers and performing, in concert, some of their outstanding music. Included were George Gershwin, Berlin and Porter. These programs were financial and artistic successes and were particularly well greeted by the members of the Chorale. You see, they enjoy singing. However, this year, at the suggestion of a couple of the chorale members, we branched off into a third direction; we selected three

different modes of music, i.e. Irving Berlin, (Standard); Bert Bacharach, (Witty and New) and finally, The Beatles, (Modern and Clever). This was not a simple or easy approach. The Berlin selections were familiar and comfortable to learn and practice. We had grown up with most of his music; they were almost second nature. Preparing for Bert Bacharach was a different story. Though his songs have played through most of our adulthood, their tempos and lyrics were off beat and new. We had to remember to “holda-second’ and let the music catch up to the lyrics. (Or was that the other way around?). But once we conquered the timing, what a joy! Next came The Beatles. “Twas like learning a new language. If you think singing “Yeah, yeah, yeah” correctly timed and, in tune, is easy, ask any member of the Chorale. However, when we finally got a handle on their music, more toes were tapping than at any time in the previous history of the Chorale. It was work; it was hard, but it was fun! As Frankie would sing “And now the story ends.” We have given our concerts; our preparation and hard work is done; we sing now for our own pleasure and for the pleasure of some nearby nursing homes of Concordia groups, as needed (whatever President Red Rubenfeld arranges). Than we will start to think about 2014?

Christian Fellowship
By Anne Adams
Would you like to swing on a star…carry moonbeams home in a jar…is a phrase taken from an old popular tune and is very reminiscent of the month of August. Perhaps because the month of August “swings” right in the

middle of summer. A lot of fun things happen during this period. By now, most of us have reaped the benefits of summer and all of Concordia’s amenities. Our “moonbeams” are indoor and outdoor summer concerts, swimming and relaxing by the pool, baseball games and, picnics with family, friends and neighbors. We have created, and continue to create, summer memories where we can store them into our very own personal jars. They are labeled “moonbeams.” Please join us in the Regency Room on August 21 when The Christian Fellowship Organization will present Ventriloquist/ Comedienne, Taylor Mason at 7 p.m. Mr. Mason is not only a well-renowned professional but quite popular among major cruise liners, colleges, concert halls as well as many adult communities. Thanks to our very dynamic Entertainment Committee, we are fortunate to be given the opportunity to experience this wonderful talent. This night will certainly be a memorable “moonbeam” filled with laughter and luminous moments. Memorable moments were given to many of our members at our June 19 Prom Night, sponsored by our Christian Fellowship Organization. Not only were they provided with good fun and entertainment but, they were given a chance to re-live their youth with welcomed vigor and a lot of enthusiasm. This Prom Night also allowed them the opportunity to be chosen for Prom King and Prom Queen. Congratulations to Joe Tardo and Valerie Drabyk, our new Christian Fellowship’s Class of 2013 King and Queen. The month of August swings like a pendulum —- It can be hot or cool. Whatever
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The King and Queen, crowned at the Christian Fellowship’s Prom Night, are Joe Tardo and Valerie Drabyk.
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or wherever it swings, may this month bring you plenty of moonbeams filled with good cheer, good luck and lots of good health. While we reflect to our future dates, please remember our annual Golf Outing on Monday September 30. It is a worthwhile charitable event as well as a lot of fun to be had. We look forward to seeing you at all our functions.

Computer Club
By Len Solomon
The August Computer Club meeting has been replaced by our annual luncheon which will take place on Sunday August 25 in the Regency Room at 12 p.m. Further information will follow by email and on COC. Rosalie Slutsky has promised us a great time, and a lot of great food. We’re looking forward to seeing you there. By the way, if you weren’t at the June meeting you missed a most informative and interesting talk by Bill Biega. The subject was 3D Printing and gave us a really complete picture of this innovative addition to the computer world. Now, for the website of the month. “WonderHowTo.com.” How to breathe fire. How to flirt like a pro. How to cut a beer bottle in half. How to steal a Guinness record for free throwing. How to turn your car into an armored tank. How to levitate a Zippo flame. How to detect nukes. WonderHowTo.com is a delicious buffet of engineering, ingenuity, and curiosity. P.S. We also stay in touch with club members via email. If you change your email address, be sure to notify Jerry Entin at [email protected].

Congregation Beit Shalom
The Congregation proudly announces the festivities involving the welcome to our new Torah. On Sunday, August 11 at 9:30 a.m. there will be a festive procession around our beautiful Memorial Garden and into the Sanctuary to our Bimah. The celebration is called a “Siyum,” which means Completion. There will be a “Sofer” (scribe) in the Sanctuary finishing the last two lines of the new Torah. Congregants have purchased the 43 letters which will complete the Torah and will be able to watch those letters being inscribed, and pictures taken of the event. Certificates commemorating the inscription will be given as well. We welcome all to be part of this wonderful celebration. Music and refreshments will be available. Our “New Member Campaign” has begun, and as the High Holidays on September 4 approach rapidly, we recommend all prospective members visit, come to our
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services, and make arrangements for dues and reserved seating. Call Emily at the Office on 609-395-1590. Shabbat Services are at 9 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. Our Oneg Shabbat will be on Friday, August 9 at 7:30 p.m. Minyan hours are 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. The Kiddush will be sponsored by the family of Seymour Sinuk in honor of his 90th birthday on August 17. As an introduction to the holidays, our Selichot Services are on Saturday evening, August 31 at 8:20 p.m. There will be a film shown “50 Holocaust Children” with one of the 50 children, our honored guest speaker, Paul Beller. Refreshments follow the program and late Services afterwards conducted by Cantor Eli Perlman. The Kevor Avot Service (for those that cannot visit cemeteries) will be at 9 a.m. on Sunday, September 1. Our Education Committee will have a guest speaker, Dr. Leslie Fishbein, an Associate Professor of Jewish Studies at Rutgers, speaking on “Shtetl Toschters to Ghetto Girls” - the transformation of Jewish women on the lower east side. This program will be on Wednesday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m. There will be a film on Wednesday, August 21 - “Nora’s Will” - a Mexican comedy that won many awards. Donations of $2 are requested to continue the quality of our programming. High Holiday tickets will be available approximately August 19 and must be picked up at the Synagogue along with the honor cards. Sisterhood’s Board Meeting is on Monday, August 12 and their General Meeting is on August 26 at 1 p.m. Jaya Gupta is returning, by popular demand, to demonstrate and speak about “Chair Yoga” at the General Meeting. The Men’s Club will have their Breakfast Meeting on Sunday, August 25 at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome to enjoy our lite breakfast and film.

A small donation to cover the cost of the bagels, cheese and coffee is requested. Arrangements are being made for an Israel Bond Drive Luncheon on Sunday, October 27. More information will be forthcoming. Please save the date. The Education Committee is planning a special presentation on September 29 on “Violence in America.” This will be a panel discussion with various officials and educators, and very different from their usual presentations. Save the date for this one too. We wish you all happy and healthy holidays, and hope some of you would like to join us. Rabbi Silverberg and Rabbi Dickstein, as well as Cantor Chazen, are returning this year, and joining with our Cantor Perlman to make our High Holidays special. We look forward to having them with us.

Deborah
By Adrienne Fein
Deborah Heart and Lung Center is constantly striving to ensure that they have the most up-to-date equipment available for patient diagnosis and treatment. Our chapter, as part of the Deborah Foundation, raises funds to support many areas within the hospital and each year, on its list of priorities are medical equipment needs. Your support as members raising funds (by supporting our many activities) help to purchase urgently needed equipment from EKG machines to Bladder Scanners to Wheelchair movers, to the most advanced medical imaging and surgical tools available. Our next general meeting will be on Tuesday, August 20 at 7.30 p.m. in the Clubhouse. Come out and hear all about what is happening in our chapter and how you can be a part of these activities that assist with patient care at Deborah. We have a
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wonderful program planned and lots of good refreshments to finish up the evening. Don’t forget to get your Macy’s $5 tickets for the big day this month…Shop For A Cause…on August 24. All ticket buyers receive special discounts throughout the day at any Macy’s store. One ticket sets you up for the entire day of specials. Deborah gets all the proceeds of the tickets…and you get all of the bargains. Contact Adrienne for tickets at (609)8605984. Our 5K Walk-A-Thon will be on October 13 at Thomp-

son Park. Gloria Sansone and Betty Tancredi will be heading up the event. Watch for details. The Supper and Game Night will be held on October 22 in the Clubhouse Party Room in place of a meeting. Get your card groups, Mah Jongg groups, and other group games ready to come and play. Fliers and more info to follow. There will be lots of fun things to look forward to that night. All occasion cards and Tree of Life Cards are available by calling Fran Koppelman at (609 )655-3111. Contact Charlie Koppelman (609) 655-3111 for your seat on the bus to Atlantic City. There is a waiting list for August, but seats left for the buses the remainder of the year. We look forward to having fun with all of you as we raise money to help others.

By Anita Brewer

Hadassah

The Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah will hold its next meeting on Monday evening, August 12, 7:30 p.m. at Beit Shalom. We have a treat in store for you. Ms. Carol Charen, Region Services Vice-President, will be our guest speaker. She will present a series of wonderful slides that were taken at the Convention in October 2012, to commemorate Hadassah’s 100th anniversary. Surely, the slides will depict the excitement of the festivities and the beauty of Israel. Please join us for a delightful evening and bring a prospective member. Refreshments will be served. We are planning a fabulous Fashion Show by Steinmart on Tuesday, August 20, 1 p.m. to be held at Wynwood on Forsgate Drive. Dessert and coffee will be served. Cost is $10 per person. Baked goods will be appreciated. For reservations please call Carol Cohen at 860-1683. We promise you a fun afternoon as we watch our models take to the “Runway.” On Sunday, August 25, the Hadassah Associates will present the film “Nicky’s Family” The Saga of a Savior. It will be held at Greenbriar at Whittingham at 1 p.m. Couvert $18, Student $15. Dessert will be served. For more information, please contact Gert at (609) 6559985. Once again, we are asking for volunteers to go out and Shake-A-Can for Cancer Research. We have three locations and an hour or two of your time would be appreciated. Stop and Shop - Concordia Shopping Center, August 18, September 29 and October 6; ShopRite - Rte 130, August 11 and August 25; ShopRite - Rte 18, August 26 and August 30.
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Please call Anita B. at 3957535 to set up a schedule that is convenient for you. If transportation is needed, we will try to arrange it. Annual Progressive Dinners are scheduled for Sunday, September 29 at 4:30 p.m. Wine and hors d’oeuvres at one home — Main course at the next assigned home — Delicious desserts at Waterside Villas. $30 per person and proceeds are earmarked for Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower in Jerusalem. For reservations, please contact Anita P. at 860-1609 or Barbara C. at 860-2838. Mark your calendar: Membership Appreciation Day - Monday, October 14 Antonio’s Restaurant - Applegarth Road - Sit-Down Lunch - $13.50 per person Dairy Sit-Down Brunch and Card Party -Thursday, November 14 - Forsgate Country Club - $25 per person Please support our functions and fund-raising events. Above all, we look forward to greeting you at our meetings.

By Bernie Passer

JWV Post 609

JWV’s next general membership meeting will be on Sunday, August 4, in the Party Room beginning at 10 a.m. The doors will be open at 9:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be Frank Quadrino, US Department of Veteran Affairs, who is returning by popular demand. Our Board and Officers for the 2013-2014 period have been now installed. The next few months are important ones for our Post as we will attempt to shore up our infrastructure, which is essentially to increase our Board strength and numbers and fill needed Committee assignments. Our ability to meet these goals rests on our membership interest in volunteering to help. I had the opportunity to attend the annual New Jersey JWV convention in Tom’s River. Our Post received three State awards for accomplishments which Col. Nelson Mellitz, JWV State Commander announced at that time and presented the certificates to our Post at the July General membership meeting in Concordia. We are planning to have another Poppy Drive during the Veteran’s Day period. Dates and places will be announced shortly by Sr. Vice Commander, Shelley Bloom. The Board has elected to continue our policy of keeping our FY 2013/2014 new veteran and patron member fee at $10. For further information contact Charlie Koppelman, Membership Chair(Continued on page 18)

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Marvin Brother, Board president, (1) greets residents at Volunteer Appreciation Night June 24. He noted how important their participation on the various committees is in making our activities and programs successful. Jean Austein (2) is being serenaded by the evening’s performer, Michael McGeehan. Shelby Brodsky (left) and Barbara Lauster (3) also performed on stage with him...as he kept the audience involved. Mark and Betty Turick (4) sign in to vote in the primary election. Mark also can be seen taping many shows for WCOC TV. Here we look in at a Morning Reading Roundup Session (5). Participants include, from left, Barbara Lustig, Esther Kessler, Sunny Raddock, Esther Neshin, Gwen Mermelstein and Marlene Ziselman. They meet once a month. Marilyn Mix (6), Watch Our Weight (WOW) chair, is seen in our library seeking articles related to weight management for her weekly group. Mayor Richard Pucci (7) leads the dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Monroe Township Senior and Transportation Center at 12 Halsey-Reed Rd. Irwin Nalitt, left, Bonnie Leibowitz, Senior director, and Gerald Tamburro, Council president, also took part. The Monroe Public Library Writing Group (8) meets monthly the first Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Concordians attending a session are Fran Greenblatt, Fran Cohen and Bob Himmelstein. Neighbors Marty Rich and Norman Perkins also were present.
Photos by Ray Kaufman, Ernie Price, Barbara Goodman and Mort Perlman
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man at (609) 655-3111. If you have not paid your 2013-2014 dues, please do so and leave your payment of $40 at the Concierge desk in the Concordia Clubhouse, pay it at our Sunday membership meeting or mail it to Charlie Koppelman, 6 Yarmouth Drive, Monroe Township, NJ 08831. Do not mail it to Washington. Be sure to stay well and cool.

By Adrienne Fein

National Council of Jewish Women

National Council’s mission is an ongoing project of turning progressive ideals into action. The group strives for social justice by improving the quality of life by safeguarding individual rights and freedom. Each month we hear of the greatest projects in the works. Whether its is signing a petition at our meeting for our legislators to take notice of an issue, contributing to Home Front, or bringing food for local families in need, you can be sure that you will be a part of the night. Our next general meeting is on August 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse and will feature our very own Concordian dynamic speaker Dolores Meyerhoff presenting “Homosexuality and the Law — Death Penalty To Same Sex Marriage.” Please bring a donation of canned goods, boxed food products or paper products to the general meeting for a local family in need. Do we have your email address? Stay in the know. Leave your name and email address in an envelope marked NCJW-E-Mail with the Concierge. Happening Cards are available by calling Pearl Kipnees or Lorraine Rofsky. Cards are great for any type of celebration, get-well wishes or condolences. Buy them in bunches or have one of the ladies send them out for you.

ger, to the Concierge. On Sunday, September 29 at 2 p.m. “An Afternoon with Danny Kaye, A 100th Birthday Celebration” featuring: a Helen Hayes award winner Brian Childers as Danny Kaye at the Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County. Price $25 per person to see this high energy celebrated actor, singer, dancer and comedian perform as Danny Kaye. Flyers to sign up will be available including car pool arrangements. On Thursday, October 10, a luncheon at the Cafe Spezia, a complete Italian feast at $25 per person with raffles. So save the date and flyers will be available shortly. And on Thursday, December 5, our annual Holiday Party at the Silver Spoon Restaurant with the usual grab bag fun. Your contribution to ORT America provides the state-of -the-art education needed to find jobs in today’s rapidly changing world and includes virtual learning, online training and tutoring to help atrisk students remain in school. It also trains teachers, maintains education facilities, provides laboratories, updates technology, develops curricula and implements critical programs at ORT schools around the globe. You can join this worthwhile organization for only $36 a year. Place your check, made out to ORT America, Attn: Membership Chairman, put it in an envelope addressed to ORT to be placed in the ORT envelope.

cousin and the breaking of the ‘Payola Scandal’ implicating major figures in bribery and corruption in promoting individual acts or songs gave a sense that RnR had come to an end. Well…those same people need to visit an RnR party at Concordia and put that idea right out of their heads. As the song goes…”RnR is here to stay!” The crowd that filled the Regency Room June 28 was not figments of someone’s imagination; they were RnRers who danced their footsies’ off. The music of Jo Bonnano and His Sons of Soul was terrific…the place was electrified! Undoubtedly one of the best bands the RnRers had performed at Concordia. Whether one listened or danced, the crowd enjoyed the evening and the NY style cheesecake added to the enjoyment. Be ready for more of the same, every month. Good times, with good friends, good music and eats. New York City’s top party band…Total Soul will appear August 23. This group performs at the top Manhattan clubs and agreed to come to the Garden State to give the Rock N Rollers a real treat! They play everything from today’s Pop and R&B, Doo Wop and right down to the standards of the 40’s. The six piece band includes both male and female lead vocalists, guitar, drum, bass, keyboard plays and two dancers! Sooo…puleeeese…get your money in early. This will be a night you won’t want to miss.

Rock N Rollers
By Sandi Greenspan and Barbara Lauster
Many music historians and commentators suggested that a tremendous decline in RnR music happened in the late 50’s and early 60’s. By 1959 the death of Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Richie Valens in a plane crash; the departure of Elvis for the Army; the retirement of Little Richard to become a preacher; the scandal surrounding Jerry Lee Lewis’ marriage to his 13-year-old

Concordia Seniors
By Stanley Hamel
The Seniors next regular meeting is Friday, August 2, 7:30 p.m. There will be coffee, tea, dessert and entertainment. On Saturday, September 7 we are having our Annual Dairy Dinner consisting of bagels, bialys, salads, cream cheese, coffee, tea and dessert. We will have a DJ for music and dancing and entertainment. Cost for this evening is $12 per member. Call Eileen Weil at 3958550 for reservations.

By Anne Getter

ORT America

While you are relaxing and enjoying the “dog days” of summer, you can look forward to these super events that ORT has planned for us to enjoy. Don’t forget our Card/ Game Party on August 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the clubhouse. This includes a light supper for $16 per person. Pick up the form near the Art Room to designate your choice for the boxed dinner. Put your check and form in an envelope addressed to ORT/ America, Attn: Phyllis DerrinAUGUST 2013 — PAGE 18

The Positive Effects

of Hugging
By Ilene Paulvin
I am writing about hugs because I believe it is an act that we either take for granted or are not getting enough of. Mmmm.... Think about the scenario below happening in the future. You go to the doctor because you are not feeling well. He prescribes a dose of three hugs that meet the daily minimum requirement, six hugs for maintenance, and ten hugs for optimum growth and good health. Wouldn’t that be amazing? I am in good health despite not receiving the maximum number of hugs daily. On
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I Didn’t Mean To Do It …But I Did
By Frances Greenblatt
It started out as a shopping trip with my daughter. She was in her last year of law school and felt she needed a break from studying. As we left the house, she casually remarked that the N.J. Public Theater in Cranford was holding an open casting call that afternoon for their version of the Broadway play “Hot L Baltimore.” She thought it would be fun to audition for a part in the show. Inasmuch as the theater was on our way to the mall, I agreed to indulge her whim. The waiting room was filled with young hopefuls eager to audition. While awaiting her turn, she pointed out that there was a role for an older woman, and suggested that I also try out for that part. There was only one older woman in the crowd, and the youthful group of potential stars began urging me to also audition. I didn’t mean to do it, but I did. Neither my daughter nor I made the cut. However, as rehearsals were to begin, my daughter received a call from the show’s director asking if she wanted a walk-on role as a prostitute which he was adding to the script. She thought this would be fun, and agreed.. She returned from the rehearsal the next evening and told me that the director wanted me to come to the next rehearsal and read for the part of the mother. The other woman to whom he had given the role was a disaster, couldn’t follow cues, etc. I was working full time and didn’t want to give the amount required for five weeks of rehearsals and six performances. She was persistent in urging me to at least attend one rehearsal before turning it down. I reluctantly accompanied her to the theater the next evening. As I walked in, the cast all greeted me, addressing me by the name of the character, and before I knew what I was getting into, I had assumed the role. It was a fairly large part, with a lot of lines to learn, but like a good trouper, I pulled it off. I would tease my daughter that some day I would tell my grandchildren that their mother and I were both in a stage production, but I had all the lines! I didn’t mean to do it, but I’m glad I did. It was a fun experience to add to my bank of good memories.

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most days, don’t even meet the daily minimum requirement. However, I certainly appreciate the hugs I do receive. I especially am delighted to receive the strong, juicy, emotionally charged hug. Tell me, how desperate does that sound. Do I need a man or what? Hugging is an action that is magical and can positively impact the hugger and the person being hugged. Reaching out and holding the person tight is a way of saying you care. It makes both individuals feel good and could even lower blood pressure. What are some of the positive effects of hugging? We bond when we hug. Hugs remind us that we are connected to each other. Hugs can give us a sense of comfort and safety. Hugging opens our heart allowing love to radiate out from it. Many of us take hugs for granted. When you think about the hug and how it can positively affect people, what a powerful way to communicate. What could we heal with a hug? What if a hug replaced angry or sarcastic words? Instead of politicians debating each other, perhaps Obama and Romney could have hugged each other. Maybe in January after the newly elected officials are sworn into Congress, everyone could hug. Wow, maybe I’m onto something! Since we know that hugging can positively affect people both emotionally and physically, if you’re not hugging now, it’s never too late to begin. Hug your parents, friends, spouses, relatives, lovers, and anyone else you really care about. Remember, when you hug, put emotion behind it and really mean it!
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THE SPORTING LIFE
The Champs: Men’s Tennis Team

Teammates Bert Sills, left and Sol Mostel receiving the team trophy from Jay Brown, Monroe Recreation Program Supervisor, for Concordia’s 1st place finish in the Mayor’s Cup Men’s Tennis “B” Division.
Photos by Ernie Price

Maurice Mahler, left, and tennis partner George Ratner were key players in helping the Concordia team win the Mayor’s Cup trophy.

Nite Owls Bowling
By Howard Appelson
Where were you? You missed the session that ran from May to August so you didn’t get your name in this newspaper. Fortunately, you’re not too late for the fall session. You can now sign up for the season that begins in August and runs into December. Don’t wait! For additional information call Ernie or Barbara Price at 409-0995 now. First come, first served. The Concordia Nite Owls is a really fun bowling league of men and women who live in our unique community. I’m talking about your friends. I’m talking about your neighbors. We bowl all yearround on Thursday evenings beginning at 6:45 p.m. and ending around 9:30 p.m. The year is divided into three sessions: a winter league begin(Continued on page 21) AUGUST 2013 — PAGE 20

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Bocce Team Victorious in League Play

Concordia’s Bocce Team, prior to competing in the Senior Condo Olympics, won the township’s league title held at Thompson Park. Front row: Marilyn Finneran, John Aldana, Bill Grebin and Karen Teichman. Second row: Andy Marzucco, Mike Biondo, Dennis Joyce, Ron Greco, Tony D’Ausilio and Frank Ponisi. Third row: Sal Babino and Manny Silverman.
Photo by Ernie Price.

Concordia Men’s Golf Association
By Howard Appelson
Here are the winners of the Member-Member Tournament that was played over the three weeks in tune when the weather cooperated: Division A: Winners - Vin Berry and Tony Zanatta, Runners-Pp - Bob Norman and John Tancredi; Division B: Winners - Stacy Goodman and Jack Wanger, Runners-Up - Mal Ratner and Allan Waldor. The Group A winners will have their names engraved on the trophy in the café. June 26 The Memorial Tournament 1st Flight: Low Gross John Tancred (81), Low Net - Irene Czop tied Clarence McMerty (71); 2nd Flight: Low Gross - John Graber (92), Low Net - Allan Waldor (67). The overall low gross and low net winners will have their names engraved on the George Steinhardt Memorial trophy in the café. The August schedule is dominated by the C.M.G.A. Club Championship that started in July and will finish (weather permitting) on August, 7 and 14. If you are not playing in the second and third rounds, be sure to sign up for Individual Tournaments on those days. On August 21 we will play a Blind Partners - Two-Man Team - Full Handicap Net Tournament; that’s a mouthful, but it should be interesting. The month will finish with another Blind Nine Holes Tournament on August 28. Grandpa’s Ode To Golf I take such graceful practice swings and visualize the ball go sailing down the fairway with the “oohs” and “aahs” of all. I place the ball upon the tee and take the proper stance. The club goes back - the perfect arc and I go into a trance. I hit the trees, the trap, the stump there’s nothing I can’t miss. If water’s near, I’m in that too; golf - such perfect bliss. I’m in the woods and out again this time into the thick. Should I use the five or three or give a little kick. Hole after hole I hack away and think of tips I’ve read by Nicklaus, Player, Woods or Snead and all of what was said. At last I’m in the final stretch with one more hole to play. Can hardly wait to store the clubs; Too much fun for just one day.

Caregiver Support Group
Focus: Spouse/Partner Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Location: Saint Peter’s Adult Day Care Center Monroe Township
Meetings are 90 minutes Registration is not necessary.
Questions may be directed to Stephanie Fitzsimmons, RN, NP at 1-800-269-7508, press 1, press 8662 Sponsored by Saint Peter’s University Hospital

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ning in January and ending in mid-May, a summer league running from the end of May until mid-August and finally the fall league from the end of August until midDecember. Bowling is at the Knob Hill Country Lanes, located less than 15 minutes from home down Perrineville Road, a left on Route 33 and just past the third traffic light. These are top-notch bowling lanes that are bright, recently upgraded and so good that it even hosts professional and semi-professional bowling tournaments.
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Becoming a part of the Concordia Nite Owls is a wonderful opportunity to meet other active Concordians. It is a lot of fun, and adds yet another dimension to your social time every week. You don’t have to be a super bowler to join. Everything is based on handicaps. The teams of four players are matched up to equalize the players’ handicaps so no one has an advantage. New “Rules” for Bowling 1. If you holler “overs!” before the ball passes the arrows, you get to throw the ball over, unless of course, you get a strike. In which case, you can renege on the “overs.” 2. When your team is about ten marks down in the 8th or 9th frame, you can invoke the rule “First Team Finished Bowling Wins the Game,” and your team still has a chance. 3. After a member of the opposing team bowls four strikes in a row, he/she must bowl the next four frames blindfolded. If he/ she continues to strike, his/her shoelaces will be tied together for two frames. 4. When you leave the 10-pin and you know you can’t make the spare, but another member of your team can, you may invoke the “Designated Bowler” rule. 5. After you have four splits in one game, you may say “Kings X” and take those four frames over. However, if you split on the second time around, you must accept it. After all, “Fair is fair.” 6. If your ball goes in the gutter and jumps back onto the lane, knocking down pins, by golly, you get them! That’s much harder than to knock them down the conventional way. Good bowling should be recognized. 7. A ball should be declared dead when you bowl three games without a strike. It shall be the owner’s privilege to decide on the disposition of said dead ball - burial at sea, dropped from an airplane over a live volcano, or a simple burial in the town dump. For a small fee, Pat Finneran can be bribed to deliver a short eulogy. Women’s High Game and High Series Concordia Nite Owls Thursday Night Week of June 6 - High Game Ellen Anderson 162, High Series Linda Tokarz 440 Week of June 13 - High Game Linda Tokarz 180, High Series Linda Tokarz 460 Week of June 20 - High Game Linda Tokarz 179, High Series Linda Tokarz 457 Week of June 27 - High Game Linda Tokarz 180, High Series Linda Toarz 526 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of June 3 - High Game Helene Siegelman 147, High Series Helene Siegelman 371 Week of June 10 - High Game Flo Weinstein 157, High Series Myra Horowitz 407 Week of June 17 - High Game Janet Shannon 189, High Series Janet Shannon 472 Week of June 24 - High Game Doris Besman 170, High Series Helene Siegelman 394 Men’s High Game And High Series Concordia Nite Owls Thursday Night Week of June 6 - High Game Bob Lombardi 213, High Series Bob Lombardi 516 Week of June 13 - High Game Paul Parren 209, High Series Andy Marzucco 508 Week of June 20 - High Game Stu Geller 213, High Series Bob Lombardi 546 Week of June 27 - High Game Ron Anderson 199, High Series Paul Parren 521 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of June 3 - High Game Harold Barr 186, High Series Harold Barr 500 Week of June 10 - High Game Harold Barr 190, High Series Herman Vinnet 480 Week of June 17 - High Game Bob Lombardi 183, High Series Bob Lombardi 472 Week of June 24 - High Game Mike Norris 200, High Series Mike Norris 488
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Poetry Corner
realm of fantasy
By Charles J Petretti
any life surrounded by many mirrors hiding them from so many so well so faint that blank reflection to be will they yield to any understanding many never this direction migrate the others scramble for any image alas they wander unknown realms to find that mirror of true reflection some turn back wanting to return such is the dark so can be the light our realm, fantasy can reflect either close by someone to care is crying clumsy at life we may well be here when shall that one emerge as one the challenge strong truth for you, me a reflection true to you we must not flee

Whine…
By Fran Cohen
My days are long and filled with fun Keep myself busy and try to get everything done But let it rain or G-d forbid snow That’s another thing…you surely know Then my days are still long and can be dreary Before I even start, I’m feeling weary Down in the dumps…I hear myself whine I’m falling apart…I just don’t feel fine Hey girl…that’s not what you should do On rainy days or snowy ones too Make some soup…or another scarf to knit Do some exercise, get yourself fit Stop the whining…no need to complain Tomorrow will be sunny, no snow or rain…

And the Music Continued Playing
By Fran Cohen
He watched her walk onto the runway Oh what a beauty…her hair glistened Eyes sparkled, as she gazed into the audience And he thought ‘she never listened’ Her mind, throughout those months, Was not focused on the training Were they wasted? No, just look at the judges Their faces…ah…no need for explaining She would be the winner today How could they resist her charm? But suddenly, he thought with alarm What if she didn’t win? What then? No matter, she is who she is and so… Let’s wait for the outcome of the contest The judges called for second place…oh no It’s not our Penny, she has to be their number one pick The judge paused…and in first place... “G-d” he said, “I think I’m going to be sick” The music was playing, as they announced Penny, his German shepherd, was the winner Home again, blue ribbon on her collar, he fed her As the music continued playing throughout dinner

I am...
By Judith Sherman
I am awesome awesome in my multiplicity; I am woman, daughter - granddaughter sister - wife I am mother—- mother-in-law; grandmother - cousin - friend - neighbor resident of five countries - citizen of two; I am of a religious faith - a poet - a gardener; I am unique - for who is like unto me? Who? You are - here in this room, and in Africa Australia, Jerusalem, Mozambique; the whole human race is me and yet - l am the only me same in my sameness unique in my separateness

Time
By Charles J. Petreti
Time is life... Time is Wisdom... Time is patience... Time is forever.
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Monroe Township Library Calendar of Events
Groundbreaking Reads Adult Summer Reading Contest Through August 31. Patrons can submit their personal “ground breaking read,” a book that may have influenced them the most, made the biggest impact or impression, etc. entry at the display in the Library. Submissions will serve as a raffle for a prize to be awarded in September. Summer International Film Festival Sponsored by The Friends 2:00 and 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15. August 1: Quartet (British, 2012). Annual concert at a home for retired musicians is disrupted by an unexpected guest. August 8: A Royal Affair (Danish, 2012) Historical romance about a young queen falling for her physician. August 15: A Simple Life (Chinese, 2008) Altruistic maid suffers a stroke and decides to move into a retirement home. All films shown with English subtitles. Tickets are $1 and available at Circulation. War of the Worlds 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 2. The Raconteur Radio Performers present a theatrical presentation of the radio play War of the Worlds. The audience will relive the infamous 1938 radio broadcast of aliens landing in Grovers Mill, NJ. Free tickets are available at the Welcome Desk. Sit -N- Stitch 2:00 p.m., Fridays, August 2, 16. Needleworkers of all types and skill levels are invited to join this informal gathering to stitch together, assist others and share tips, projects, and patterns. Please bring your own supplies. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is not required. Maltese Falcon Series with Mildred Goodwin 1:30 p.m., Mondays, August 5 and 12. August 5: Monroe resident Mildred Goodwin will lead a book discussion about Dashiell Hammett’s classic detective novel, The Maltese Falcon. Sign up and reserve your copy at the Welcome Desk. August 12: The Maltese Falcon film screening and discussion about the 1941 classic crime drama starring Humphrey Bogart and Mary Astor. Register at the Welcome Desk. Coupon Club 1:30 p.m., Monday, August 5. Clip coupons and swap ‘til you drop at the Library’s monthly Coupon Club. Spend time with fellow couponers trading unwanted coupons in exchange for those you need. Discuss deals, share frugal tips and shopping experiTHE CONCORDIAN

Climate Change and Food: Focus of August 26 LWV Meeting
By Ruth Banks
The complicated interaction between climate change and its ramifications on agriculture are being felt around the world. In Texas, in Kansas, in Colorado, in Yemen and other countries in Europe and Asia, the consequences of climate change as evidenced by either drought or flooding, have wrought economic and political disaster. To understand these phenomena more clearly, the League of Women Voters of Monroe Twp. has invited an expert on climate change to speak at its August 26 general meeting. The program will begin at 1 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building. The speaker, Dr. Joseph Robertson, has a diverse background in all aspects of global environmental sustainability. He is the creator and director of the Hot Spring Network for brainstorming and collaborative problem solving and is editor-in-chief of the Hot Spring Quarterly. He is also the author of a 2010 report Building a Green Economy: On the Economics of Carbon Pricing and the Transition to Clean, Renewable Fuels. This major report was distributed to every member of Congress as well as to other policy-makers in Washington. He was the Citizens Climate Lobby’s first group leader and now serves as a volunteer state coordinator for the Tristate area. Building on those experiences, he has organized a series of roundtables known as ClimateTalks.info, and is chair of Villanova’s Sustainability Subcommittee on Operations and Energy Use. He is one of the founding faculty advisors building the Center of Excellence in Energy and Environment. His newest project is Geoversity Envisioning, a socialbenefits commercial endeavor that aims to envision and build a clean future of global abundance. And he is co-authoring a 100-year plan for a clean economic transition. The League of Women Voters also invites men to attend its meetings and support the League’s civic activities. It has been registering voters for the special primary election on August 13, and will make information available for the special Senatorial election on Wednesday, October 16. The registration deadline for that election is September 25. Mail -in ballots are available at the Township Clerk’s office. The League is nonpartisan – it neither supports nor opposes candidates for political office. As a national, state and local organization, it seeks to inform its members and the general public about public policy issues. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Ruth Banks, 609-6554791, or Judy Perkus, 609395-1552.

ences. Bring a pair of scissors and your stash of any nonexpired coupons. Program is free and registration is not required. P.O.V. Summer Documentary Film & Discussion Series 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 6 1:00 p.m., *Wednesday, August 14 (*Note: Date change from Tuesday, August 13 due to primary election) Watch and discuss the latest in independent film before they are broadcast on national television. This event is a collaboration with the awardwinning documentary series P.O.V. (www.pbs.org/pov). Registration is not required. August 6: 5 Broken Cameras Oscar®-nominated film gives a deeply personal firsthand account of life and nonviolent resistance in a West Bank village where Israel is building a security fence. The film is a Palestinian-IsraeliFrench co-production. National broadcast premier on PBS is September 16, 2013. August 14: Ping Pong Eight players with 703 years amongst them compete in the Over 80 World Table Tennis Championships in China’s Inner Mongolia. Directed by Hugh and Anson Hartford. National broadcast premier on PBS is September 9, 2013. Meet the Musician: Gershwin 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 9. Pianist Dennis Kobray becomes the musician for an hour-long dramatic presentation. Audience discovers firsthand the music, feelings, life and history of the composer. All ages are welcome. Free tickets are available at the Welcome Desk. This event is offered in collaboration with the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. Library Board Meeting 6:30 p.m., Monday, August 19 Coffee and a Book Club 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 20. Forgotten Country by Catherine Chung will be discussed. Sign up and reserve your copy at the Welcome Desk. Friends Meeting 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 27 Rotunda Art Gallery Paintings by Cindy Chazanow will be on display through October. George Ivers Display Case Original pieces of glass art by Jacob Moskowitz will be on exhibit through August. All events are open to the public.

Bicycle Riding on Concordia Streets
When riding your bicycle on our streets, it is proper to ride WITH TRAFFIC not against.

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The Mayor’s Message
By Richard Pucci, Mayor Township of Monroe

Tree City USA
The center of the Monroe Township Seal is the Mighty Oak, a symbol of strength, endurance and perseverance. The Mighty Oak is a very real tree that has lived in the northeast corner of the intersection of Applegarth and Prospect Plains Roads for more than 300 years and has been a steady reminder of our dedication to preserving one of our most valuable natural resources, trees. For the 15th consecutive year, Monroe Township has been named a Tree City USA Community because of the Shade Tree Commission’s efforts to preserve and plant trees throughout the Township. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. In order to be named a Tree City USA community, a municipality has to have a shade tree board or department, a tree

care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance. Earning this prestigious title is only possible because of the Township’s dedicated Shade Tree Commission, which works to preserve trees throughout Monroe and encourages residents to plant new ones on their property. The Commission has compiled a list of recommended trees that residents should plant in the Township. The list was divided by the space needed for the trees from small areas to large. The list is available on the Township website, www.monroetwp.com under the Shade Tree Commission section of the site. The comprehensive list contains species that are native to this area of New Jersey. Each year, the Shade Tree Commission plants new Shade Trees and replaces dead roadside shade trees that prevent roads from superheating and help absorb roadside pollution from stormwater runoff. Furthermore, shade trees reduce soil erosion, cut heating and cooling costs for homeowners, provide homes for wildlife, increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas and provide an overall natural beauty for our Township. The tree-planting program is funded through permit fees assessed when developers or property owners cut down trees. This allows new trees to be planted at no cost to the Township. The Monroe Township Shade Tree Commission should be commended for its outstanding efforts in protecting Township trees and advocating tree planting. I would also like to thank our residents for their continued support of our shade tree program, so that future generations can enjoy the beautiful, scenic community we have in Monroe today.

Silence: The Buffer Zone
By Florence Getz
We don’t usually think about “silence” and its ramifications, but it does play a very important role in our lives. A wise man once explained that silence is not a “void,” but rather a time to formulate and refine our ideas so that they can then be communicated to others. Silence can be a welcome relief after a hectic day at work or after satisfying the constant demands of children or after being held captive to endless monotonous conversations. There is also the silence that is disappointing and painful when it prevails instead of hearing words of affection. I believe that silence is a treasure which should be protected because it offers us the gift of time when we need it: it acts like a buffer zone where silence speaks louder than words and very often more effectively.
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Attention: Senior Center Participants It is necessary to register, in advance, for all featured programs and activities. Individuals, 55 years of age and older, who reside in Monroe Township, and who are registered members of the Office, are eligible to attend Center programs and activities in our new home on the corner of Halsey Reed and Applegarth Road. For more information, please call 609-448-7140. Membership Has Its Privileges Please note that in order to register for programs, you must be a member of the Office of Senior Services. Interested individuals need to fill out an application, available at the front desk; and, new members can stop-by the Senior Center to obtain their key tag after 3 to 4 business days. All members have the opportunity to participate in daily activities and trips. However, registering in advance for programs and calling in for day trips is a must. For Senior Center activities, members can call up to 48 hours in advance — and between the hours of 9 and 11:30 a.m. the morning of a program — to see if there is space available at that time to register. For more information, visit the Senior Center to speak with a staff member or pick up a program policy brochure in the Office at 12 Halsey Reed Road, on the corner of Applegarth Road. Cooking Demo with Chef Bobby On Thursday, August 1, at 1:30 p.m., join Chef Bobby, from the Chelsea at East Brunswick, for a fun and tasty cooking demonstration that is scheduled to include fajitas and dessert! Due to the nature of this program, space is limited. Silver Striders On Wednesdays, and Fridays, at 9 a.m., walk your way to fitness and friendship! Join

the Office staff for a fun, motivating, and safe way to get healthy. Comfortable clothing, supportive walking shoes, and bottled water are a must! Please be sure to bring your key tag I.D. to check in! (In case of inclement weather, please call the Office in the morning to see if the walk is on!) AARP Drivers’ Safety Program On Monday, August 5, at 8:30 a.m., enhance your driving skills during this one-day safety program sponsored by AARP. Show your AARP card to receive the discounted rate. For space availability, please call the Office. Judge for Yourself On Monday, August 5, at 1:30 p.m., join “Judge Jenn” for an interactive (and sometimes, very opinionated) afternoon as true stories and court cases are shared and discussed. Michael & Ted Present: Sammy Cahn On Thursday, August 8, at 2 p.m., join Michael and Ted, from WWFM’s CLASSICAL NETWORK, as they follow the career of lyricist, Sammy Cahn, who wrote many familiar songs for stage and screen, such as: “Love & Marriage,” “Let It Snow,” and “Come Fly with Me.” Pizza Plus Movie On Friday, August 9, at Noon, enjoy a slice or two of pizza, a drink, and dessert before the showing of the movie,

“Oz: The Great & Powerful”.
(Let’s see how this one compares to the original!) Tickets: $6 p.p. — due upon registering in person. Silver Screen Nostalgia On Monday, August 12, from 1 to 3 p.m., join Bill Levy as he provides a double feature of “Musical Forgotten Gems: Part 1 and Part 2”. View movie clips featuring Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Betty Hutton, Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Red Skelton, Doris Day, and others. Films include Brigadoon, Carefree, Calamity Jane, And Here Come The Waves, Lovely To Look At,

Ginger - Why Are You Lured Into The Wilds of The Concordian Terrain?
By Sylvia Sissman
Ginger, Ginger why do you feel the urge to leave the humble abode of a caring, loving Mistress? It causes distress, anxiety and consternation. What compels you to wander… - Perhaps seeking friends - A possible mate - A warmer climate - Or change in scenery Let me assure you - you may feel the need to look for excitement to brighten up your monotonous lifestyle; however, the world out there is no safe haven; it could be
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perilous. Such as owls who screech, birds who pluck, falling Ieaves that mat your glistening fur, insecticides in the foliage, and air that is thick with pollution — it is endless. So come back home again into a safe habitat - your comfy warm bed awaits you and your feeding paraphernalia is stocked with nourishment and vitamins - welcoming your return to your stable quiescent environment. Your home awaits you. “Come Back Little Ginger,” I anticipate your soft purring Meow - Meow at the front door.

The Stork Club, And Take Me Out To The Ball Game. Tricky Tray On Tuesday, August 13, at 1 p.m., join the Friends for a chance to win prizes during this special fundraising event. Advance reservations are necessary. Tickets: $10 p.p. – due upon registering in the Senior Center. Your admission includes a free sheet of chances as well as refreshments. Evening Summer Series On Wednesday, August 14, at 5:30 p.m., join us for our evening series finale filled with laughs and good eats! Let’s enjoy Carol Burnett’s favorite clips and characters during the DVD presentation followed by pizza, drinks, and dessert. Tickets: $7 p.p. — due upon registering in person. In the Spotlight: Sandra Bullock Enjoy this new series that spotlights the film career of a contemporary celebrity. This month, the movies of Sandra Bullock will be featured as you see her theatrical transformation: 1) “Speed” (1994 action film with Keanu Reeves) on Thursday, August 15, at 1:30 p.m., 2) “While You Were Sleeping” (1995 romantic comedy with Jack Warden and Peter Boyle) on Thursday, August 22, at 1:30 p.m., and 3) “Crash” (2005 drama with an ensemble cast) on Thursday, August 29, at 1:30 p.m. When registering, please indicate EACH movie/date you would like to attend. Art of the Masters: Frank Lloyd Wright On Friday, August 16, at 2 p.m., join Christina as she provides a brief lecture about the life and works of this well -known artist. Then, 16 participants (with a project coupon) will create an individual masterpiece, with markers on plastic, in the artist’s style. To participate in the project, you must OBTAIN a project coupon (available upon request) when registering inperson. (Lecture only? Phone registration accepted.) Josh Groban in Concert On Monday, August 19, at 1 p.m., enjoy Josh Groban’s mix of popular and classical music with the help of his talented friends: David Foster (pianist) John Williams (conductor) Andrea Corr (vocalist) and Lili Haydn (violinist) during this DVD presentation of PBS’s “Great Performances”. Virtuoso Performers On Tuesday, August 20, at 1:30 p.m., join Thomas Elefant, Orchestra Conductor, for a breathtaking musical journey of several instruments whose technical levels were raised by composers, who themselves where vir-

tuosos. Listen to the phenomenal technical feats and savor the romantic lyricism of the most beautiful music performed by virtuoso performers of today. Laugh Out Loud On Friday, August 23, at 1:30 p.m., join Yvette Halpin (our Guru of Laughter) as she creates a happy and fun time celebrating the joys of summer! Broadway Magic On Monday, August 26, at 1:30 p.m., revisit the “Old Razzle Dazzle” and over 23 musical Broadway gems with

Francine and Joel music! From “Hello Dolly” to “Mamma Mia”, get ready to enjoy tunes from legendary Broadway shows! International Tasting Festival On Tuesday, August 27, at 2 p.m., join us as we enjoy

“tastes from around the world”
during this annual event sure to appeal to the taste buds! Buffet-style dishes representing Italy, China, “Old Europe”, good ol’ America and more are available for tasting. Tickets: $10 p.p.—due upon registering in person.

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Ben Ravaioli — Security Supervisor (609) 655-1880
Total Home Alarms Received at Gatehouse Response to Home Emergency Alarms Response to Home Entry False Alarms . Response to Home Lockouts Response to Accidents Tickets Issued Response to Various Reports 312 204 77 31 0 24 61

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EARTH Center Invites You to Garden Field Day
On Saturday, August 17, The EARTH Center, home to Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County, will host their Garden Field Day/Open House from 10 am to 3 pm. The event will take place in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave. South Brunswick, NJ and is great day of fun for the family in a beautiful park setting. The Extension Agriculture Department as well as Rutgers Master Gardeners will be on hand, offering sound advice on horticulture and environmental stewardship while guiding visitors through their various teaching gardens and learning projects. Examples of their work include the Children’s Garden with Green Roof playhouse, an enormous vegetable display garden, environmentally conscious rain garden and the popular Butterfly House, which will be open the entire afternoon. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be available at the event and proceeds will benefit the New Jersey Agricultural Society’s (a 501 c3 non-profit org aniza tion) L earn in g Through Gardening program. Learning through Gardening is a Pre-K to 5th grade program that provides materials and curriculum to schools and teachers to implement school gardens. Also part of the EARTH Center Garden Field Day, the Third Annual “Greatest of the Garden” competition will take place, so gardeners are encouraged to bring along their biggest or most outstanding homegrown produce to win prizes and recognition. This will give residents a chance to show off their green thumbs to fellow gardeners. Attendees are encouraged to bring their homegrown entries for the following categories. • Biggest Tomato • Biggest Cucumber • Biggest Zucchini • Biggest Pumpkin • Biggest Squash • Biggest Water Melon • Biggest Sunflower Head • Longest Gourd • Smallest Pumpkin • Smallest Cherry Tomato • Oddest Heirloom Tomato • All Vegetables • Best Likeness to Celebrity or Historical Figure. • Hottest Pepper Variety

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Grown (judged by Scoville ratings) Garden Field Day attendees can also enjoy samples of locally grown produce courtesy of Middlesex County farmers, while enjoying the sounds of local musicians. There will be “green” living displays including talks on Compost Tea and kids can meet MC Blue, the recycling robot. For more information and participation contact David Smela at 732-398 - 5 2 6 8 o r a t [email protected] Davidson’s Mill Pond park is a 380-acre park with fields, trails, ponds and a lake. It is truly one of Middlesex County’s most beautiful parks. Even if you can’t visit the EARTH Center this season, you can still discover what types of programming the EARTH Center offers, just visit www.co.middlesex.nj.us/ extensionservices. Rutgers Cooperative Extension educational programs are offered to all.

Crime in American Culture
Several residents of Concordia, Clearbrook and Greenbrier are on the planning committee for what has been termed “a significant, informative and provocative town meeting” to explore violence in our culture. The program will be open to the general public at no charge and will be held Sunday, Sept. 29 at 1 p.m. at Congregation Beit Shalom, Concordia Shopping Center, 1600 Perrineville Road. State Senator Linda Greenstein, assistant majority leader of the State Senate and vice chair of the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee, will discuss what state government and the Legislature are doing to prevent and counter crime and violence in New Jersey and react if violence occurs. Dr. Kenneth Hamilton, Monroe Township’s superintendent of schools, will explore what the schools are doing to prevent and curtail violence in our educational system. Cantor Eli Perlman of Congregation Beit Shalom will confront “when spirituality runs amok.” What the clergy is doing to about violence within its own profession. Mrs. Susan SchenkerStrumpf, a school counselor for the Union, NJ school system, will discuss bullying and the psychological effects of bullies and their victims, and a representative from the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office will discuss law enforcement’s role. Mildred Goodwin, noted educator, will moderate the panel. The audience will have an opportunity to question the panelists following their presentations. The program will be open to the general public. “Violence is everywhere and is not confined solely to the inner-cities. Monroe Township is not unaffected We must openly discuss the problem and what we can and must do to educate our families and ourselves,” said Sybil Grossman, Education Committee chairperson. There is no admission charge.
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August Monthly Observances
American Adventures Month American Artists Appreciation Month American Indian Heritage Month (See also November) American History Essay Contest (8/1 - 12/15) Black Business Month Cataract Awareness Month Celery, Fennel and Cactus Month Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month Children’s Vision & Learning Month Get Ready for Kindergarten Month Golf Month Happiness Happens Month Motor Sports Awareness Month National Catfish Month National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month National Goat Cheese Month National Immunization Awareness Month National Panini Month National Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month National Runaway Prevention Month National Truancy Prevention Month National Water Quality Month National Win with Civility Month Neurosurgery Outreach Month Orange and Papaya Month Psoriasis Awareness Month What Will Be Your Legacy Month

Music in Monroe: 2013 Free Summer Concerts
Thursday 6 pm at the Open Grove Gazebo on the Lake in Thompson Park

August 1, The True Tones - classic oldies and Doo-Wop 50’s & 60’s August 8, George Manikas - Mediterranean Ensemble Classic and Contemporary Greek & Mediterranean Song and Dance August 15, Aztec Two Step - Folk Rock w/dazzling acoustics and harmonies BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR, BLANKET AND DANCING SHOES! If it rains we will relocate to the new Senior Center located at 12 Halsey Reed Road. Call 732-521-4400 ext. 134 after 2 pm for updates and more information.
Other Music Programs Scheduled

October 7, 1 pm, World’s Greatest Arias - Lecture by Jerry Kalstei, Library October 20, 2-4 pm Opening Reception for Annual Juried Art Show, Library October 21-28, Juried Art Show, Library October 21, 1 pm, Brass Quintet, PSO Chamber Series, Library November 4, 1 pm, Opera Lecture: Puccini- Lecture by Jerry Kalstein, Library November 19, 1 pm, Meet the Musician: Stephen Foster, Library

November 24, 5 pm, the Official Blues Brothers Revue, Marasco December 9, 1 pm, Opera Lecture: Verdi -Lecture by Jerry Kalstein, Library January 27, 2014, 1 pm, String Quartet, PSO Series, Library March 10, 1 pm, 9 Vocalists, PSO Chamber Series, Library April 12, 7 pm, Atlantic City Ballet, Sleeping Beauty, Marasco Performances, dates, and time subject to change.
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August Weekly Observances
International Clown Week: 1-7 Simplify Your Life Week: 1-7 National Farmers’ Market Week: 4-10 Old Fiddler’s Week: 4-10 Assistance Dog Week: 4-10 (Second week that starts on the first Sunday) National Resurrect Romance Week: 4-10 (2nd Full Week) Exercise With Your Child Week: 4-10 National Fraud Awareness Week: 4-10 (This is sponsored by the FCC and has to do with phone & mail fraud.) Single Working Women’s Week: 4-10 (Week always has the 4th in it) Exhibitor Appreciation Week: 5-9 National Bargain Hunting Week: 5-11 (First Mon.-Sun Week) Psychic Week: 5-9 (First full week) National Hobo Week: 8-11 Elvis Week: 10-16 Feeding Pets of the Homeless Week: 11-17 (Always 2nd Week) Weird Contest Week: 11-17 (Second Week) National Aviation Week: 15-21 (Always week of Orville Wright’s Birthday on 19th) Be Kind To Humankind Week: 25-31 National Safe at Home Week: 26-30

August 9, 1 pm, Meet the Musician: Gershwin, Library September 17, 1 pm, Guitarist Claude Bourbon, Library September 30, 1 pm, Meet the Musician: Mozart, Library

Free Eye Screenings To Be Offered For People With Diabetes
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – An ophthalmologist will conduct free eye screenings for people with diabetes at Saint Peter’s University Hospital’s Family Health Center, 123 How Lane, New Brunswick, on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program will be hosted by Saint Peter’s and is sponsored by the Department of Human Services, New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. The screening is for the benefit of individuals with diabetes who do not receive regular eye care due to inadequate or lack of health insurance coverage. Saint Peter’s medical residents will also conduct foot examinations and blood pressure screenings. Visitors will receive test results during their visit as well as medical counseling and referrals,
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if necessary. Those who need corrective eye glasses will be referred to appropriate resources. Healthy refreshments will be served. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness and can lead to serious feet problems. It can also cause high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and other medical complications. The program is free, but pre-registration is required. Please call Saint Peter’s at 732-745-8600, Ext. 6392 or 6394, to pre-register or for more information. Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Eye drops used during the exam cause temporary blurring of vision, so participants should come with a driver. English/ Spanish-speaking staff will be there to help interpret.
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Board Meeting
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The Henry Ricklis Holocaust Memorial Committee
In conjunction with

The Monroe Township Library

Present Free of Charge

Nicky’s Family

A full-length feature film Sunday, September 29, 2013, 1:00 PM, at the Monroe Twp. Middle School’s Marasco Theatre

economical prices at pharmacies was incorrect. The right number is 1-800-2425486. Bill Lefko announced that Robo Calls, for contacting all residents in case of community-wide necessity, will be made to land line phones, but can be made to cell phones, as long as management is notified of the fact and number. Only one number per resident can be recorded for Robo Call purposes. Email addresses will receive the same message if your number is recorded in the office. In regard to landline phones, Nancy Marconi reminded everyone that each resident should have at least one Bill also wants to remind everyone that both the current edition and previous month’s edition of this newspaper are available on the

Concordia web site and can be downloaded entirely or by individual page. As well, the Horizon and the WCOC schedules are available at the site. We’ve also added a new menu choice on the site titled: “Residents Only,” containing information of interest only to residents. Ira Winter thanked Joel Levy for his work with the Security Committee this past year. He also reminded everyone that driving defensively is critical to safe driving and that walking single file is the safest way to do so on Concordia Circle – or any street for that matter. Al Blumenfeld thanked WCOC (channel 3) for a year of new and interesting shows. President Marvin Brother announced some forthcoming shows, three of which have not yet taken place as this is printed. August 3 is “Speakeasy Concordia” featuring a Charleston Contest and dancing after the show which will feature two bum-

bling gangs duking it out for control of the bootleg business. August 17 is an Auditorium Show Night, featuring Joey Vincent and the “Abba Girlz Band” with tributes to – who else – Abba. Finally, on August 31, there’s a cabaret dance, “Anchors Away” (their spelling, not mine) and the popular DJ, Gary Morton. Mr. Brother called on Roz Brodsky to announce the July election and the importance of getting enough votes. When the microphone was opened to residents, Ellen Norman announced that Middlesex County was holding a registration drive in our clubhouse for all forthcoming elections on July 9. Upon questioning from Charles Petretti, we were told that all circuits had been put in for the new generator and that it would be operational no later than a month from that time. Cecile Ferrazzano complained about the fact that golf carts have been traversing our roads, some driving dangerously. And then we all went home.

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elected president. The other officers, reelected, are William Lefko, vice-president; Sid Stern, treasurer; Sylvia Brenner, secretary, and Ira Winter, assistant secretary-treasurer. Nancy Marconi and Alvin Blumenfeld also were present. The next open board meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 11.

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Who thought that one up? What if it rains? Three days waiting to cure pain can be rough. Here’s an idea: aspirin or ibuprofen. In really severe cases, you could seek medical assistance. On the other hand, if you put the flowers in a vase and the vodka in your mouth, repeating the latter often, you’ll be pain free in less than 30 minutes and won’t mind the foot odor in case you didn’t bathe. Pour one-half cup vodka and one-half cup water in a Ziploc freezer bag and freeze for a slushy, refreshable ice pack for aches, pain or black eyes. Jack Frost Insulated Gel Pack is a slushy, refreshable ice pack for aches, pains, or black eyes. It works even better when you simultaneously sip the vodka you didn’t waste in a Ziploc bag. In most instances of vodka use above, alternates such as gin, scotch, rum, or bourbon will do nicely. For more remedies. E-mail: [email protected].
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Got Attitude
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the day. What was truly incredible was that Larry Jacobs, from the day he was born, was deaf. That’s not deaf, as in hard of hearing. That’s deaf, as in no hearing. His topic was “Attitude.” Too many, born with no ability to hear, live out their lives under mundane conditions, far from what could be considered “normal.” But how many so afflicted were fortunate enough to have families that refused to give in and fought to give them every opportunity to live a full, “normal” life? Going further, how many were fortunate enough to have the character and intelligence not to throw up their hands in despair and accept what was not necessarily inevitable? Larry’s condition wasn’t real-

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group meets the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. A very diverse group attends and they are very serious about their work. A topic is given before they leave the session and they are expected to bring in their writings on the assigned subject four weeks later. The writers read their works aloud and are critiqued by the group. After that, they are assigned a new topic to complete within 15 minutes during the meeting and they each read this new writing to the group. Another love of Fran’s is the RAVE Program in the Monroe Township schools. It stands for Reading Aloud Volunteer Ensemble. She was assigned to third graders at the Brookside Elementary School. Fran worked with one teacher for 13 years and five years with another. She selects the books and reads to the children for one half to three quarters of an hour (depending on the children’s attention spans). Fran and Phyllis Gavin recently had a heartwarming experience, working with children from grades two through eight at the Monroe Township Library. They were assigned the topic of “sweets” and were asked to write a poem on that subject. Fran and Phyllis picked three winners from each grade and these children read their poems aloud at this recent event. Listening to and watching the expressions on their faces when they read their own poems were absolutely delightful! Each winner received an awards certificate. In her “spare” time, Fran writes poetry and submits it to the Concordian. She and Judith Sherman run a poetry class for Brandeis. She mentioned that her favorite poetry is the “haiku.” Fran...all I can say from one Bronx girl to another, you have come a long way from the Bronx Zoo days and all whose lives you touch are so very proud of your accomplishments!
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ized until he was two, reacting only to what he was able to see. Eventually, when it was noticed he didn’t respond to any noise from behind, the family took him to the Bellevue Hearing Clinic for extensive testing. By the time Larry was three, his family, along with six others, formed the Group Association for Pre-School Deaf. They raised money for their cause from various sources, including a major concert by Tony Bennett in Rego Park, New York. He attended preschool in Riverdale, but letters to schools attempting to get him enrolled were unproductive until one in Edgemont, N.Y. accepted him. Meanwhile, he lived what amounted to a fairly normal life, with lots of friends who understood his condition and were very supportive. Speech therapists were hired after he finally spoke his first words at age eight – “Happy birthday.” The family was told to treat him as a normal child, but he soon developed a phobia against school and was admitted to a private school where he received therapies addressing his condition. Needless to say, learning to speak, without ever hearing words, was nothing short of amazing. Larry attended C.W. Post where someone was paid to take notes for him, so he could lip read the instructor without being distracted, and he eventually became President of the Student Council. His popularity was such that some of the female students actually cooked for him. Subsequently he received a Masters in Counseling at Albany State University. Professionally, he was Dorm Director at Rhode Island University. When cutbacks cost him his job, students actually protested in his favor. Larry finally worked his way to

an Adjunct Professorship at Rutgers, specializing in Career Counseling and addressing as many as 400 students at a time. He’s also taught evenings at Middlesex College and is liaison at Cook College for Resume Writing. Anyone listening to him cannot help but be impressed with his enthusiasm. Larry reads lips and can effectively “hear” through vibrations. He’s had a couple of Hearing Ear dogs, taught to be alert to things that can affect him. They went everywhere with him, much as Seeing Eye dogs would. And he’s married with two children. They all hear very well. All the above wouldn’t have been possible without the efforts of Carol, who was told early on that she didn’t have a handicapped son, but a son with a handicap. That encouraged her to make the effort to see her son have an “extraordinarily normal” life, while bringing up another son, holding down jobs dealing with early childhood education and volunteering, to this day, reading to classes and children at the library. Nothing you’ve read here can adequately describe the unique individual that is Larry Jacobs. If his enthusiasm can’t sell you on a positive attitude, nobody’s will.

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ON THE HORIZON
All guests must be accompanied by a resident in the Clubhouse and guests will be charged $5.00 per session for attendance at all structured activities. A paid receipt must be obtained from the Concierge for admittance. ACTIVITIES All guests must be accompanied by a resident in the Clubhouse and guests will be charged $5 per session for attendance at all structured activities. A paid receipt must be obtained from the Concierge for admittance. *All residents must fill out a CHOC consent form before taking any physical activity classes. *denotes physical activity class. *AQUACIZE DAY/EVENING Water exercise at the indoor pool. Mon.-Fri. 11-12 p.m. Spa is not open during this class. Come join the fun. The indoor pool will be closed on the second and fourth Monday of each month for routine maintenance. Outdoor aquacize 10-11 a.m. MF and Tuesday evenings 6:30-7 p.m. CERAMICS Thursday afternoons 1-4 p.m. in the art room. Work on your own with your fellow Concordians in a ceramic workshop setting. Any questions please call Arlette 4/2478. CROCHETERS/KNITTERS This group meets every Friday at 12:30 p.m. and makes useful comforts for patients in many nursing homes or security blankets for very ill children. Donations of washable yarn or old dryer sheets & stockings for therapeutic balls are appreciated. Any questions please call Elaine 4/1216, Adele 4/9563. DUPLICATE BRIDGE Meets each Wednesday at 1 p.m. and Friday night at 7 p.m. If you need a partner please call Barbara Cohen 8/2838, Charlotte Futterman 655-8270. *EXERCISE CLASSES Exercise Mon., Wed., & Fri., from 10-11:15 a.m. in Regency Suite III to the video tape “In Sync with Cindy.” This video stresses flexibility, balance and weight workout. On Tuesday “Exercise with Mary” in the Party Room from 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Exercise will be done to an “oldies” music tape designed and led by our volunteer Mary. On Thursday mornings in the Regency Room from 1011:45 a.m., enjoy a Chair Exercise class weekly. Exercise to a training and encouraging senior activity video tape. Any questions regarding any class call Jannette 6/2275 or Betty 4/9992. EVENING BOOK CLUB Do you enjoy reading books about interesting people who live in different places? Do you want to discuss these books with your friends and neighbors? Do you want to share information about how these books relate to your own life? If so, please join us at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Concordia Clubhouse. The books we choose are available in the Monroe Library, in local bookstores, and for purchase through the internet. Check with your friends; they may have the books. Please read the books before the meeting; it will enhance your participation in the meeting. Thursday, August 15 “The Law of Similars” by Chris Bohjdlian, Thursday, September 19 “Forgotten County” by Catherine Chung, Any questions please call Eileen Marcus 395-9922, Linda Katz 655-1566. LIFE’S CHALLENGES A new discussion group will meet once a month on the second Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse. Volunteer group leader will be Bernice Mayer and is open to all Concordia residents. This group will discuss all issues that make life a challenge. Perhaps your issues involve a spouse, in-laws, children or even friends. There is no charge or advance sign up for this group. Just show up on Tuesday, August 13 and help each other face and accept the ever-changing world in which we live. PAINTING & DRAWING Calling all Artists! Work together with your neighbors in the art room at the Clubhouse every Friday at 10 a.m. and Wednesday at 1 p.m.! Artists working in oils, acrylics, pastels and watercolors. Let’s get together and “kick-it” around! Newcomers and experienced artists are invited to come and share ideas, experiences and talent! Volunteer instructor is Sheldon Wish, 619-3440. READING ROUNDUP If you enjoy reading and discussing books our daytime book club meets in the Clubhouse from 10 am-noon on the first Tuesday of the month. It is important that you read the book and participate in the discussion. The selections are available in the Monroe Township Library and may be reserved. Some books are available in large print. Books are available for purchase online as well. Meeting dates and books: Tuesday, August 6 “The Light Between Oceans” by M.L. Stedman, September 3 “The Art of Racing in The Rain” by Garth Stein, Tuesday, October 1 “The DoveKeepers.” Any questions call Roz Brodsky at 860-6610. SCRABBLE Meet each Monday at 1 p.m. Make new friends, bring a partner or come alone. Dictionaries and games provided. Enjoy a good mental workout. Any questions please call Lyda 619-3259. SOCIAL BRIDGE Meet every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. Please try to come with a partner. For details, or questions call Inge Seidorf 409-2908 or Bobbie Millman 655-9265. *TABLE TENNIS Meets Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Regency Room. All new residents welcome, bring a partner or we’ll find one for you! WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUP Women of Concordia now meet on the second Sunday morning of the month with volunteer group leader Vivian Mardenfield. Please join us at 11 a.m. on Sunday, August 11. Our plan is to talk about any and all subjects interesting to women. You can feel free to suggest a topic at any time for consideration. We feel that this will be a vibrant, interesting monthly activity and ask that if you are interested in joining us, just show up on Sunday, August 11 in the meeting room for stimulating conversation. WORLD AFFAIRS-AM AROUND THE WORLD IN 90 MINUTES! Come join us in the Party Room Friday mornings, 10:15-11:45 a.m. Enjoy sparkling, thought-provoking discussions in a friendly environment. Remember, 9 out of 10 doctors prescribe mental stimulation and socializing as two good ways to live a longer, happier life. Any ideas or questions call Ray 8/9015. WORLD AFFAIRS- PM World Affairs PM meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday evenings to discuss current events. Questions call Seymour Fogel 655-5987 or Irwin Bialer 395-9561.

VALIDATION STICKERS 2013 validation stickers are available at the Concierge desk, to update your authorized visitor passes only. PROTECTION ONE Concordia’s hot line number to be used (ONLY) 800238-3537. BAR CODES Bar codes will be affixed by appointment only on a daily basis at the Clubhouse. Please call (609)655-4664. AUTHORIZED VISITOR PASSES Applications will be taken 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month. See Ilene or Kathleen. A permanent authorized visitor pass can be purchased for $15. 9:30-12, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Evening authorized visitor passes taken by appointment only between 4:30-7 p.m. The resident must supply a small stamp size picture with the address and phone number of the guest. Five passes per unit are allowed. COMCAST NUMBER

MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT The Maintenance Department closes for lunch from 1 - 2 p.m. If you have an EMERGENCY ONLY your call will be forwarded to Security. Otherwise, please call between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. FRONT DESK WILL NOT CONDUCT Any money transactions or Clubhouse business on MONDAYS until 4:30 p.m.

SHUTTLE BUS TRIPS
MONDAY Shuttle Bus Schedule: 9:15 a.m. PICK UP FREEHOLD ....... QUAKERBRIDGE August 12.......................... August 5 August 26........................ August 19 On the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month the Shuttle bus goes directly from shopping to the library. WEDNESDAY Shuttle Bus Schedule: 9:15 a.m. PICK UP August 7.........................Cambridge Aug. 14 ........ Hamilton Marketplace August 21........... Brunswick Square August 28........................ Wegmans THURSDAY Shuttle Bus Schedule: Begins at 8:30 a.m. and goes to Stop & Shop in Concordia and Shop-Rite on Route 130. CLUBHOUSE DRESS CODE The established dress code for all evening Clubhouse functions follows: Proper attire for women: no bare midriffs, no shorts and no flip-flops. Proper attire for men: no tank tops, no shorts and no flip-flops. TOWNSHIP BULK PICK UP Call the Road Dept. at 732656-4575 to make an appointment now for a pick up before November 1. Pick ups are on Wednesdays and/or Thursday once a year only per unit. No paint, chemicals, tires. Garbage must be at curbside. ALL SPORTS AND POOL RULES Located on the rack at the Clubhouse in the Art Room Lobby. Note Please be aware that there is no eating and drinking in the Clubhouse unless you are attending a paid function. We ask that you respect your Clubhouse property, your cooperation is appreciated.

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OUTDOOR/INDOOR POOL The indoor pool will be closed on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month for routine maintenance. The outdoor pool rules are now in affect for both pools. BOOK MOBILE IN CONCORDIA Monroe Township public library book mobile will be in Concordia every other Wednesday, at the main gate parking lot 10 a.m.-11 a.m. August 7 and August 21. SENSOR DOOR HOURS Front & Back door sensor to the clubhouse will remain unlocked Monday-Saturday 8 -11 p.m., Sunday 8-10 p.m. RECYCLING SCHEDULE EVERY WEDNESDAY. WILL BE PICK UP DAY August 7 ........... Commingled August 14 ........... Newspaper August 21 ......... Commingled August 28 ........... Newspaper CONTACT FORMS If you have not updated your contact form in the last two years, please stop at the Concierge and pick up a form.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION
NEW PHOTO I.D. CARDS I.D. card pictures are taken on the 1st and 3rd Thursday 9:30-12, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Evening I.D. cards taken by appointment only between 4:30 -7 p.m. Please bring proof of age and identification (a utility bill, phone bill).

Newspaper Encourages Readers’ Thoughts
The Concordian always welcomes “Letters to the Editor.” We also invite our readers to submit their comments concerning letters that have already appeared in the newspaper. This exchange can open the door for interesting thoughts and ideas. The policy of The Concordian is not to publish unsigned letters.
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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
Transportation
GO WITH BILL – Airports, local service, doctors, malls, house/dog sitting. (609) 6553475. MARVIN’S LIMOUSINE – Low rates. Choice of Cadillac sedan or Lexus SUV. $5 discount with this ad. Call (908) 812-6299. NEED RIDES? Shopping, Drs., beauty parlors, etc. Will also do shopping for you. Nancy (732) 236-0843. CONCORDIA RESIDENT – Need a ride, call Morty. Very reliable. (609) 860-1488 or (732) 666-1213. Any place, any time. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE – Errands, doctor’s appointments, bank reconciliation, household organizing and more. Bonded, reasonable and reliable. Call Carol (609) 448-9188. TRANSPORTATION DOCTOR – Airports, trains, piers, doctors, local service, NYC. Reliable and references. Call Lon J. (732) 423-1847. CAR SERVICE – For a comfortable ride I hope you decide to call John (609) 655-2015. Airports, doctors, shopping. NAT TRANSPORTATION – Monroe resident. All airports, shipyards, NYC and local. Doctor and hospital visits. (917) 657-5611. BOB’S CAR SERVICE – We go everywhere-anytime. Low rates. (609) 409-7174 or cell (646) 258-0241. AAA TRANSPORTATION – Monroe area. Transportation to airports, trains, piers, doctors. Local service as well as NYC. Reliable and reasonable rates. Call Howard @ (732) 979-3085. A. HARRINGTON LIMOUSINE – Owners are Greenbriar Whittingham residents. Call (800) 458-5466. RELIABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES – Concordia resident. No job too small. All labor guaranteed. Call me to discuss – no obligation. Reasonable rates. Call (609) 4097096 or (908) 385-5869. EXPERT HOME REPAIRS. Kitchen, bath, closet remodeling, tiling, painting. Call Bob Katz – (609) 490-9522.for details. MIKE THE HANDYMAN – See my display ad in this edition. (732) 780-0468. LEN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE, LLC – Summer is here - time for fix-ups and repairs. Specializing in home improvements. We do it all. We paint one room or the whole house. Sheetrock and wall repair. Crown moulding. Renew or repair that bathroom or kitchen. Doors, medicine cabinets, closet doors and closet remodeling. Bath tile and grout, caulking, shelving, Pergo flooring and ceramic tile, electrical work – anything in your home. Whole house/garage cleanouts. Monroe Township resident. All major credit cards accepted. Licensed and insured. NJ License # 1 3 V H 0 3 7 0 1 8 0 0 . www.lenshandyman.com Call (732) 353-6031. JOHN PEARL HOME IMPROVEMENTS AND LANDSCAPING, LLC – General repairs, power washing, deck staining, painting, tile, masonry repairs. Tree removal, landscape projects and more. Licensed and insured. NJ License # 13VH06515700. Call John at (908) 208-1150. TKS HOME IMPROVEMENT – A full-service contractor and handyman services. Roofing, kitchens, baths, basements, painting, tile hardwood and more. No job too big or too small. Lic#13VH05970500. (609) 259-2574. J. E. MOVERS – No job too small. House, garage cleanouts. Jamie Hulick. (732) 5980220. WINDSOR MOVING COMPANY – Helping families pack and move for over 20 years. Fully insured. Lic. PC00512. Call (609) 448-8840. PC PROBLEM SOLVERS – Slow computer? Viruses or spyware? Pop-ups? Computer and internet set-ups. We make house calls. Call Herman (609) 409-0824.

OUR CARING HOME COMPANIONS help seniors live at home. Personal care, meals, housework, transportation, up to 24 hour care. Top references and screenings, we do things your way. Affordable rates. VISITING ANGELS. (732) 656-7720. CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE looking for Saturday and Sunday work with references and reliable. Sheila (609) 2138466. CARING ELDER CARE – Experienced, reliable, affordable. Good references. Monroe Township since 2007. (646) 413-0813. www.CaringElderCare.com

NICE JEWISH GIRL’S HOUSE CLEANING and Health Aide Service. 20 years experience. Low rates. Insured and bonded. Call Eileen at (609) 860-9050. HENRYKA’S HOUSE CLEANING – Polish ladies, reliable and experienced. References available. (609) 5860806. HOUSE CLEANING to clean your home expertly and thoroughly. References, honest, courteous and experienced. Reyna (609) 371-4775. You’ll be glad you called. IZABELA’S CLEANING SERVICE - Professional house cleaning. Quality work. References available. Reasonable. 2 bedroom/2 bath, $65 and up. Experienced. Free estimates. (609) 9540181.

Help Wanted
WORLD CLASS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY seeking customer service, clerical and accounting help. 40 hour week. Located at Exit 8A on Turnpike. Call Maria (609) 290 -7070. ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR – Part time/flexible hours. An Active Adult Community located in Monroe seeks mature adult to plan activities and events. Strong customer relations. Collaborative skills to work with active committees. Attendance at occasional week and evening events. Strong organizational skills. Please fax resume to (732) 764-1005. LOOKING FOR PART TIME Language Arts teacher for Grades 4-7. MondayThursday, 1-3 p.m. Call (609) 610-8264 or Email resume to [email protected]

Housecleaning
QUALITY HOUSE CLEANING – Experienced and reliable, trustworthy and respectful. References. Call (609) 712 -3880.

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Wanted to Buy
NANNIE’S PRETTIES ANTIQUES – We buy antiques and used furniture. Call Elliott – “The Friendly Dealer.” (609) 462-2299. I WILL BUY your old digital or film camera. Arthur (609) 4090628. I will come to you. CARS WANTED-CASH WAITING – I come to you. Any make, any year, don’t trade. Call me first, I’m a fellow senior. (732) 735-0125 from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days a week.

Visit: www.MonroeTownshipCultur alArts.com for updated information. RARITAN BAY WATERFRONT PARK South Amboy Beach Front O’Leary Blvd., South Amboy Wednesdays 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

*Concerts will take place rain or shine AUGUST 7 –TBA 14 - Rave On Band – The Hits of Buddy Holly * NEW!* 21 - Zydeco-A-Go-Go New Orleans style Rhythm & Blues, plus 40’s Jump, Jazz & Swing 28 –The Tim Gillis Band (The Greatest in Country Music)

Real Estate For Rent
CENTURY VILLAGE- BOCA RATON, FLORIDA – 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, balcony overlooks lake. (908) 770-4585.

Home Improvement & Services
M & M POWER WASHING – Community special $110 plus tax. Includes one-story house, concrete front walkway and back concrete patio. Call for details. (732) 367-1071. PHIL SCARLATTI PAINTING/ PAPERHANGING – Fully insured. Servicing residents in your area for over 25 years. Free estimates. (732) 9055068. SAM’S PAINTING COMPANY – Quality painting for over 30 years. Free estimates. License #13VH02599700 (732) 6168402. DIAMOND PAINTING – Ceiling popcorn removal. Wallpaper removal. Painting since 1984. Please call Ken (732) 446-0400/(609) 655-1525.

Real Estate For Sale
HUTCHINSON ISLAND, FL.
4 bd/2.5 bath townhouse with dining room, living room, eat-in kitchen, screened lanai, 2-car garage. Lake-front w/fountain. Just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. Clubhouse, swimming pool. Originally $365,700— now $229,900. Call David at 609-575-0416.

Miscellaneous/ Services
DOG WALKER – Energetic female dog walker. 7 years of experience. Call Aline (551) 486-2534. DOG WALKING - PET SITTING – Professional, full-time. Bonded and insured. Pat (872) 206-0037. care.com/ PetsRMyPassion,LLC References from Concordian residents. HAIRCUTS DONE in the comfort of your home. Call Renee (732) 641-2170. COMPUTER ASSISTANCE in senior’s home. Help with all aspects. Selection, set-up, and training. (609) 409-7631.

Help & Health Services
BARBARA’S IN-HOME CARE ASSISTANCE (Nonmedical). Born and raised in Middlesex County. This is truly my passion. Learn about me: www.inhomecarebybarbara.co m (732) 735-4243. HOME HELPERS/DIRECT LINK – Peace of mind. Stay in the comfort of your home. Aides/companions to assist with your everyday chores. Live-in and hourly services. Calls answered 24 hours. (609) 235-2718.

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Walkers 9-10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Maxine’s Line Dance Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Ceramic Workshop 1-4:00 Watch Our Weight 4:15 Extra Cards 7:00 Social Bridge 7:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7-10:00

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Walkers 9-9:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10-12:00 W.C.O.C. Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10-1:00 World Affairs 10:15-12:00 Tai Chi Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters Club 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Seniors Gen. Mtg. 7:30

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Walkers 9-10:00 August Cabaret Show 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Jewish War Vets Gen. Mtg. 9-11:00 Welcome Coffee & Conversation 12:45 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Fitness Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble Club 1-4:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:30

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Walkers 9-10:00 Newspaper Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10:00 Exercise With Mary 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Reading Round Up 10-12:00 Country Line Dance Class 11-12:15 Extra Cards 12:30 Condo Olympics 9 Ball 5:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Worlds Affairs 7:30 Concordia Players Gen. Mtg. 7:30 N.C.J.W Bd. Mtg. 7:30-9:30

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Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Art Festival Bd. Mtg. 9:00 Walkers 9-10:00 Intermediate 3-D Art Class 9:30-11:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1-4:00 Computer Club Bd. Mtg. 46:00 Extra Cards 7:00 3-D Art Beginner Class 710:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:30 RECYCLE/COMMINGLED

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Walkers 9-10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Maxine’s Line Dance Class 11:30-12:30 AARP Driving Course 12-6:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Tennis Club Bd. Mtg. 1-2:00 Ceramic Workshop 1-4:00 Watch Our Weight 4:15 Extra Cards 7:00 Social Bridge 7:00 Christian Fellowship Bd. Mtg. 7:30-9:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:30

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Walkers 9-9:30 Walkers 9-10:00 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Free Movie 2:00 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Free Movie 7:30 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10-12:00 W.C.O.C. Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10-12:30 World Affairs 10:15-12:00 Tai Chi Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters Club 12:30 W.C.O.C. Taping 12:30-3:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Concordia Players Ticket Sales 9-12:00 Women’s Discussion Group 11-12:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Fitness Class 10-11:15 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble 1-4:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Concordia Players Ticket Sales 7-8:30 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:30

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Special Primary Election 6:00 8:00 Walkers 9-10:00 Life’s Challenges 10-11:30 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Country Line Dance Class 11-12:15 Extra Cards 12:30 St. Peter’s Seminar 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 N.C.J.W Gen. Mtg. 7:30 World Affairs 7:30

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Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9-10:00 Intermediate 3-D Art Class 9:30-11:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Brandeis Bd. Mtg. 10-11:30 O.R.T. Card Party 10-11:30 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Singles Bd. Mtg. 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1-4:00 Financial Seminar 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Deborah Bd. Mtg. 7:30 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:00 RECYCLE/NEWSPAPER

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Walkers 9-10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Brandeis Movie & Lunch 1:00 Ceramic Workshop 1-4:00 Watch Our Weight 4:15 Extra Cards 7:00 Social Bridge 7:00 Evening Book Discussion Group 7:30 Astronomy & Science Club Gen. Mtg. 7:30 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:00

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Walkers 9-9:30 Walkers 9-10:00 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Auditorium Show 8:30 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10-12:00 W.C.O.C TV Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10-12:00 World Affairs 10:15-12:00 Tai Chi Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters Club 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Singles Gen. Mtg. 2:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:00

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Walkers 9-10:00 Health Care Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10:00 Fitness Class 10-11:15 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Concordia Players Ticket Sales 1-2:30 Scrabble 1-4:00 Jewish War Vets Bd. Mtg. 6:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30

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Walkers 9-10:00 Newspaper Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10:00 Welcome Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10:00 Exercise With Mary 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Country Line Dance Class 11-12:15 Extra Cards 12:30 C.A.C Comm. Bd. Mtg. 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Deborah Gen. Mtg. 7:30 World Affairs 7:30

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Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9-10:00 3-D Art Inter. Class 9:30-11:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Seniors Bd. Mtg. 10-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1-4:00 Painting & Drawing 1-4:00 Covenants Comm. Bd. Mtg. 6:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Christian Fellowship Gen. Mtg. 7:00 Concordia Players Ticket Sales 7-8:30 3-D Art Beginner Class 7-10 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:00 RECYCLE/COMMINGLED

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Walkers 9-10:00 Concordia Chorale Bd. Mtg. 9-11:00 Chair Exercise Class 10-11:15 O.R.T Bd. Mtg. 10-11:30 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Maxine’s Line Dance Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Ceramic Workshop 1-4:00 Astronomy & Science Club Bd. Mtg. 3-4:00 Watch Our Weight 4:15 Extra Cards 7:00 Social Bridge 7:00 Concordia Players Rehearsal 7:30-9:30

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Walkers 9-9:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10-12:00 W.C.O.C. TV Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10-12:00 World Affairs 10:15-12:00 Tai Chi Class 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters Club 12:30 Rock N Rollers Gen. Mtg. 6:30-10:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Walkers 9-10:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:30

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WCOC Ch. 3 10am-10:00pm Every day Walkers 9-10:00 Computer Club Luncheon 12-3:00

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ART FESTIVAL 9:00am-9:00pm Budget & Finance Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Extra Cards 7:00

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Walkers 9-9:30 Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10-12:00 W.C.O.C. TV Comm. Bd. Mtg. 10-12:00 World Affairs 10:15-12:00 Tai Chi Class 11:30- 12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters Club 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Walkers 9-10:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:30

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