May-2013

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

Remembering Dark Times, Honoring Brave Men

Concordia Website

Has Something for Everyone
www.concordiacommunity.com
By Bill Lefko, Trustee
Concordia’s website provides the general public with information about Concordia and it has more specific information for residents. Here are some of the items that may be of interest to you: (these items can be viewed, e-mailed, downloaded to your computer or printer.) • The Concordian - You’ll never miss a copy of The Concordian because there is always a copy available online; just click the menu choice “Concordian.” The current and previous month’s editions are always available. Want to send a copy of the publication or article from the paper to a friend or relative? That’s easy; just download a copy to your computer and attach it to an email; and, if you’re talented with the computer, you can cut out articles and send them to
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A Salute...
This month I am dedicating my column to all those veterans who have served our country in time of war. These men and women deserve a sincere sense of gratitude for their contribution in helping preserve the freedom we cherish so dearly. Recently, the newspaper editorial committee made a request on WCOC TV, Channel 3, to residents who served during some of our country’s major conflicts, to submit their photographs for publication in honor of Memorial Day, May 27. Seven of “yesteryear’s heroes” were kind enough to provide photos depicting them in uniform. Not very long ago The Concordian ran a series of articles consisting of more than 20 individual stories featuring the brave warriors who have resided here and fought so valiantly. The photos represented those soldiers, sailors, airmen, nurses, and marines who put their lives in harm’s way when needed most. Therefore, again we salute you. In alphabetical order those
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Seven resident veterans, representing those who served our country during times of strife, are being recognized in honor of Memorial Day this month. Clockwise they are: Norman Fallick, Irving Lautman, Arnold Abramowitz, Jim Fiorello, Irving Rothstein, William Lefko, and Harvey Glick. See Editor’s Desk commentary.

Keep Your Family Passes Updated
As a reminder, permanent and three-month passes are available to family members of residents. To obtain these passes call or come to the clubhouse. If you already have the, management urges you to make sure they are updated.

Barry and Mark: More than Four Decades and Still Going Strong

Resident Poet Honored
Concordia’s own Frances Cohen was selected as one of the winning entrants in the 19th Annual New Jersey Wordsmith Competition for her poetic piece entitled “The Seasons.” Recognition of her writing talent was made by members of the Unlimited Potential Theater Company during the Joyce Indik New Jersey Readers Theatre presentation Saturday, April 13 at the South Brunswick Library. Our readers have had the pleasure of her poems published many times in The Concordian. The piece follows on page 27.

Know Your Neighbor
Don Macina … A Very Remarkable Man
By Jean Goldberg
Recently, I decided to attend a “Coffee and Conversation” held at the Clubhouse for new residents. Long time residents are welcome there as well. While we were sitting in a circle introducing ourselves, a handsome young man on the other side of me told the group that his name was Don Macina and he had moved to Concordia in July. A light bulb went off in my head as I remembered seeing him on Channel 3 TV as the master of ceremonies for a new game show called “Pass The Word.” I whispered to him that I had wanted to meet him and we were able to set up an interview for the following week. Don told me that he was brought up in Jackson Heights in Queens, New York. He graduated from Power Memorial High School
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Pals Barry Kovner and Mark Yanofsky

Photo by Ray Kaufman

By Yvette Lederman
The friendship between Barry Kovner and Mark Yanofsky, which would enrich both of their lives, started with a song in a frat house at Queensborough

College. It was the Vietnam era full of rebellion and protest. Everyone brought their own music to the student lounge of the Frat house, (also known as the Pent(Continued on page 27)

Don Macina
Photo by B. Goodman

Inside
Happenings in Concordia ........ 6 At the Movies ........................... 8 The Lighter Side ...................... 7 Trivia ........................................ 8 Cinema Concordia ................... 9 The Forum ............................. 10 Tobi’s Tips ............................. 13 Bridge Connection ................. 15 Clubs and Organizations ....... 18 On the Horizon....................... 29

Donna Marie Gelesky, clubhouse director, with maintenance helpers Eric, Rick, Dave, the piano tuner; and Rick, a custodian, take a breather after placing a new piano in the Champagne Photos by Ray Kaufman Lounge. The old piano was donated to charity.

Shows/Etc.
Comedy Night on Tap for May
Small Comfort Seating/ Auditorium Show Join us in the Regency Room Saturday, May 4 at 8:30 p.m. as comedy comes to Concordia, starring Jessica Kirson, whose unique style and captivating stage presence captures the attention of all her audiences. Her wide variety of characters brings a diverse energy to her routine. Opening for Jessica will be Vic Dibitetto, grand prize winner of America’s Funniest People. A powerful performer, Vic turns energy, honesty and humanity into non-stop laughter. Enjoy a fun evening of side splitting laughter. After the show please join your friends and neighbors in the Party Room for mini bagels, bialys, spreads, coffee and tea (sugar free upon request). The show ticket is $10 per person; combo is $15 per person. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

ing off the weekend in the Clubhouse with your friends and neighbors. Bring your own food if you wish; we will be supplying soft drinks, and for dessert, strawberry shortcake, coffee and tea (sugar free upon request). Cost for this evening will be $14.75 per person. Sign up with Concierge.

audiences. People attending will also have the opportunity to return during the evening to see the difference in daytime and evening telescope viewing. Anyone interested in the Galaxy and beyond? Sign up for this interesting Culture Corner. Sign up with the Concierge.

music in the market square. Leave for the Barnes Foundation at 12:30 p.m. where you will have time on your own. Then you’ll attend a 2 p.m. audio tour. The Barnes Foundation is celebrated for its exceptional breadth, depth and quality. Their art collection includes some of the greatest European and American masters of impressionism, and modern art, as well as African sculpture; Pennsylvania German art; Native American textiles; metalwork and much more. What a wonderful way to spend the day. Depart for Concordia 3:45 p.m.; estimated time returning home is 5:15 p.m. The cost for this trip is $44 per person. Deadline is July 7. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

add in an all star famous comedian, dance contest, prizes and red hat vendors. The afternoon includes a one-hour cocktail hour, salad, soup, three entrees, choose dessert, coffee, tea and wine and soda during the meal. Departure for home is 3:30 p.m., returning to Concordia approximately at 4:30 p.m. Cost for this funfilled day is $66.75 per person. Deadline is June 30. *New Sale.

Interest
Green Dragon Farmer’s Market & Auction (Ephrata, Pa.)
In the mood for shopping? We will be going to the Green Dragon Farmer’s Market on Friday, July 19, departing the Clubhouse at 9 a.m. This market is located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, and is one of the largest farmer’s markets on the East Coast. You will have the choice to shop indoors or outdoors. It is located on a 30-acre site, and has seven large market buildings and many smaller shops. You can buy anything from soup to nuts. A lot of walking is involved. The trip will go rain or shine! Departure for home is 3 p.m., arriving home approximately 4:30 p.m. Cost of this trip is $25 pp. (Approx.) Sign up with Concierge if interested.

Atlantic City
Resorts Casino Thursday, May 30 Enjoy a day in Atlantic City, strolling the boardwalk or just hanging out in the casino on Thursday, May 30. Receive $25 slot play. Departing the Clubhouse at 9:45 a.m. You must have a valid I.D. and casino card. Arriving at noon and departing for home at 6 p.m. Estimated time for returning home will be about 8 p.m. Cost is $24.25 pp. Deadline is May 19. Sign up with Concierge. *New sale.

Darren Williams Appears Again
June Auditorium Show Night Attention, ladies! Darren Williams is back with his new Trans Atlantica Show (a multilingual feast of music) Saturday, June 8 at 8:30 p.m. Joining Darren is international singing sensation and Europe’s Cabaret Starlet Adrienne Haan. Both will perform the most loved songs, from both sides of the Atlantic, in French, German, Italian and more; as well as classics from the Great American Songbook. Opening for these very talented performers is Jim Dailakis, a comedian with a hilarious stand-up routine. He has performed at many of the nation’s best comedy venues such as Caroline’s and Atlantic City’s Borgata Hotel. The cost for this evening show will be $13.75 pp. Sign up with Concierge. *New Sale

May Culture Movie
“Yankee Doodle Dandy” Tuesday, May 28 at 1:30 p.m. Runs 126 Minutes “Yankee Doodle Dandy” is a 1942 American biographical musical film about George M. Cohan, known as “The Man Who Owns Broadway.” It stars James Cagney, Joan Leslie and Walter Huston. Cagney won the Best Actor Oscar for his lively portrayal and for his song and dance routines. Sign up with Concierge.

Trips
QVC Studio Tour
West Chester, PA Lunch at Buca Di Beppo Back by popular demand! Shop and tour QVC and have a delicious lunch on Wednesday, May 15. We will be departing the Clubhouse at 8:15 a.m. Upon arrival you will have time to shop and then enjoy a tour of the QVC Studio, a oneof-a-kind walking tour through the fantastic world of multimedia retailing, starting at 11 and 11:15 a.m. At this state-of-theart broadcasting facility, guests will see and experience how QVC products are sourced, tested, brought to life on the air, and delivered to millions of QVC customers. After the tour, you will be picked up at 12:15 p.m. for a family-style lunch at Buca Di Beppo Italian Restaurant (all you can eat.) We will depart for home at 3 p.m. and will arrive in Concordia approximately 5 p.m. Cost for this interesting day is $51.75 pp. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

(Mercer County Community College)
“Lovers and Other Strangers” This fun comedy show by Renee Taylor and Joe Bologna is set for Sunday, June 9. The story presents the uproarious ups and downs and in and outs of men, women and relationships. Everyone is looking for love, and audience members will be able to relate to these five funny and heartwarming vignettes of romance. Showtime is 2 p.m. Transportation is on your own. Pick up your ticket at the concierge the week before June 9. Cost will b $15 pp. Sign up with Concierge. *New sale.

On Your Own Transportation Kelsey Theater

National Constitution Center Philadelphia, PA “The 1968 Exhibit”
The National Constitution Center is located in historic Philadelphia, two blocks from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, the birthplace of American Freedom. We are planning a trip Thursday, August 22 from the Clubhouse. Bringing one of America's most colorful, chaotic, culture-shifting years vividly to life, the 1968 exhibit illuminates the power of “We the People” to exercise and expand our freedoms. Visitors will travel though 12 exhibition areas corresponding to the months of the year, as well as three lounge spaces inviting interaction with 1968's most enduring and influential music, movies, fashions, and more. An audio tour is included. You will have time to visit other exhibits, such as Freedom Rising, The Story of We the People, and Sinners Hall. Lunch is on your own (brown bag it) or eat in the Delegates Cafe as well as time for shopping in the museum store. Cost of this trip will be approximately $39 pp. Sign up with concierge if interested.

The Jukebox Legends
To Perform and Play for Holiday Show
May Cabaret Show and Dance Start the holiday weekend off in the Regency Room, Saturday, May 25 at 7 p.m., and be entertained by the sounds of “The Jukebox Legends.” This duo, Joey Leo and Billy Sagarese, will keep you on your toes singing popular songs from the 50’s to today. During the show portion you will visualize the original artists as their sound is an uncanny impersonation. They are a complete music package that combines music for all ages, and their comedic banter with their audiences makes for a very interactive show night. During the dance portion of the evening they combine live vocal performances and DJ music that is perfect for all, singles and couples as well. Everyone should celebrate the Memorial Day Holiday by kick-

Culture Corner Educational
Basic Astronomy & Telescope Viewing Tuesday, June 25 at 1:30 p.m.
Volunteer Dan Fried will be presenting an introduction to telescope design, history and how they operate. A sky watch will be led using the Astronomy Club's computerized telescope (weather permitting) behind the Clubhouse in search of solar spots. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required to enjoy this fascinating glimpse into some of the hidden secrets of our universe. This presentation is geared to lay

Atlantic City
Tropicana Casino Enjoy a day in Atlantic City, strolling the boardwalk or just hanging out in the casino on Thursday, June 27. Receive $25 slot play. Departing the Clubhouse at 9:45 a.m. You must have a valid I.D. and casino card. Arriving at noon and departing for home at 6 p.m. Estimated time for returning home will be about 8 p.m. Cost is $24.25 pp. Deadline is June 16. Sign up with Concierge. *New sale.

Barnes Foundation And Reading Terminal Market (Philadelphia)
Spend a very interesting day beginning at The Reading Market on Thursday, July 25. We will depart from the Clubhouse at 9 a.m. At the market you can shop for jewelry and crafts from around the world, eat Amish specialties and have a delicious lunch on your own. Afterward, relax at your leisure and enjoy live

Doolan’s
Red Hat Doo Wop and Shake Your Booty Fun! (Spring Lake, NJ) Plan to have a wild and crazy fun afternoon Wednesday, July 10. We depart the Clubhouse at 10 a.m. You will be entertained by Mickey and the Reflections performing Motown, Disco and Doo Wop;

Notice
For all Seminar and 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 ID. No guests
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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

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. day, June 13 from 12 to 6 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 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. *NEW SALE

“Tai Chi Class”
A 7-week “Tai Chi” class conducted by Brian Leggiere, a volunteer instructor, will begin Friday, May 17 in the Clubhouse. This class is an exercise system that uses slow, smooth body movements to achieve a state of relaxation of both body and mind. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and sneakers. Do not eat one hour prior to class. A CHOA consent form must be submitted by the resident along with the lottery form. The free class is open to 20-30 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline is May 12. The other classes are May 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28. The time is 11:3012:30. *NEW SALE

class dates are June 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. The time is 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Hand and Foot
An 8-week “Hand and Foot” class, conducted by Esther Drucker volunteer i n s tr u c to r , w i l l b e g i n Wednesday, June 5 in the Clubhouse. If you are interested in an easy version of canasta, this is the class for you. You do not have to keep track of aces or sevens and you play with 3-6 players. So sign up and have a great time. The free lottery class is open to 36 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is May 26. The other dates are June 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24. The time is 9:30 11:30 a.m.

Instructional Classes Information
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 three excused absences. A CHOA consent form must be submitted by the resident along with a lottery form for any physical exercise.

3D Art
(Beginners Only) A 4-week “Beginner 3D Art” class, conducted by Maxine Silverberg, will begin Wednesday, June 5 in the Clubhouse. This course is for beginners only. Learn how to do beautiful 3D Art. The free lottery class is open to 14 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is May 19. The other class dates are June 12, 19, 26. The time is 7 – 10 p.m.

Maxine’s Line Dance Class
A 13-week “Line Dance Class,” conducted by Maxine Silverberg, volunteer instructor, will begin Thursday, June 6 in the Clubhouse. First, a brief review of the easy popular line dances, then learn the more complex steps. A CHOA consent form must be filled out by the resident along with the lottery form. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary. The free class is open to 50 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is May 19. The other dates are June 13, 27, July 11, 25, August 1, 8, 22, September 12, 26, October 3, 24, 31. The time is 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

2012 Audit on Board Agenda
The 2012 Audit will be presented at the Board of Trustees annual meeting May 6, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse. It is the Board’s first open session this year.

3D Art
(Intermediate Only) A 9-week “3D Art” class, conducted by Maxine Silverberg, a volunteer instructor, will begin Wednesday, June 5 in the Clubhouse. Intermediate people only, no beginners. For those who have taken this class before and have experienced working with 3D Art. The free class is open to 7-14 residents. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is May 19. The other

Clubhouse Pride
Please be aware that there is no eating or drinking in the Clubhouse unless you are attending a paid function. We ask that you respect your Clubhouse property as recent damages have been caused by food spillage and gum on the new chairs and carpeting. Your cooperation is appreciated.

AARP Driving Class
This course helps mature drivers sharpen skills. The class will be held on Thurs-

Exercise Class in Full Swing!
Photo by Ray Kaufman
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friends and relatives. • Horizon Newsletter - A copy of the community’s newsletter is available online. Just click the menu choice that says “Horizon.” This publication is also available at the Concierge desk in the Clubhouse. • WCOC - Our weekly community television schedule (Channel 3 from Comcast) is available online (or at the Concierge desk). Just click the menu choice: “WCOC.” • Need Documents or Forms? - There are applications for bar codes, Census Forms for new residents,

Concordia’s Rules and Regulations and a host of other paperwork available on our website. You can print or download the documents, fill them out and send them to the Management Office. Just click on menu choice “Documents.” • Need an Important Telephone Number? - Just click the menu choice “Information.” Are you thinking of joining the Concordia Golf Course or maybe you’re just a little curious about it? You can take a virtual tour of the course by clicking “Tour of Concordia Golf Course.” You haven’t been to the Clubhouse since it was renovated? Take a virtual tour of

the Clubhouse by clicking the menu choice “Concordia Clubhouse Tour.” Do you have a question for the Homeowners’ Association? Or want to read some of the past “A Trustee Speaks” articles? The website gives you access to all this and more. Yes, it’s that simple to navigate this site. The Main Page of the Website was designed with you, the resident, in mind. It is designed to keep you upto-date on important current community information and events. Please plan to visit us at w w w . c o n c o r d i a clubhouse.com. We’re always just a click away!

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will be allowed without a $5 fee paid to the Concierge.

St. Peter’s Medical Seminars
Health Fair Coming Soon
Thursday, May 9 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Please join us for information; raffles and giveaways. Screenings: Breast exams, blood sugars, bone density, blood pressure, posture, podiatrist for foot screening, depression, BMI, dietitian, hearing screening, chair massage and more! Sign up when you arrive at the Fair.

“Dizziness: Causes and Care”
Tuesday, May 14 at 1:30 p.m. Dr. Seema Dixit, a local Neurologist, will present a seminar about the cause of dizziness (also called Vertigo) and what treatment is available. Light refreshments will be served. Sign up with Concierge.

well you and your vehicle work together. One thing older drivers can do to adapt to factors that may affect their driving is to make individual adjustments to find their best person-tovehicle fit. That is what this program is all about. Residents will meet as a group with a trained technician and go over the process that will take place in their cars. Thereafter, one at a time, each resident will go out to their car and be asked simple questions from the 12-point Car-Fit check list. You will be shown the recommended car adjustments for you and your vehicle, which takes about 20 minutes. After this program you will leave with peace of mind knowing that you are driving safely. Residents will be taken in order of the sign up with the concierge, first-come, firstserved. Also, the day of the class there will be a section of the parking lot reserved for car fit participants. Before the class you must park in this designated area. Minimum 6, maximum 12. Sign up with Concierge.

Carmen Appears in the Regency Room
By Vivian Mardenfield
Escamillo, Don Jose and Carmen made their debuts in a beautiful film shown in the Regency Room Saturday night, March 9. The room was filled with residents who were anxious for the story to unfold. The voices were beautiful and the arias familiar. The opera was filmed in Spain and we had a clear view of the bull ring, the magnificent mountains and the small town in which the film was shot. The story of the eternal, desperate love triangle played out beautifully. The film was stopped halfway through to allow the serving of pound cake and coffee and tea and then resumed to its tragic conclusion. It was opera after all and someone had to die. I had watched a videotape of this opera in my home many years ago and enjoyed it immensely. I enjoyed it just as much when it was shown here. I look forward to the possibility of seeing many more operas and ballets in the future.

Art Enthusiasts It’s Time Already, Concordia Art Festival Date Set
Concordia’s 15th Annual Festival will take place at the Clubhouse on Wednesday, August 28. The exhibition will feature photos, paintings, sculpture, ceramic and stained glass to name the main venues with no size restrictions. All paintings and photos must be framed and mounted, ready for hanging with a wire or hanger on back. Clip frames and saw tooth frames will not be accepted. Other construction such as sculptures, ceramics, and stained glass may be as large as a resident can carry. Works are limited to three. Artistic endeavors not mentioned above will be brought to the attention of the Festival Committee for classification and submission. The Committee will not prejudge anything. The only concern is space availability and to be able to display all works. All work submitted must be by a current Concordia resident. If no entry form is turned in the artwork will not be accepted. The exhibition is one day only. Set Up is Tuesday, August 27, 9 -11:30 a.m., Display is Wednesday, August 28, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., Pick Up Thursday, August 29, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Deadline is July 14 for entry submissions. Sign up with the Concierge by filling out an entry form.

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.
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“Breathing Easier & Sleeping Better”
Dr. Amar Bukhar, a pulmonary specialist, will address how to take care of yourself to improve your breathing and sleeping. Dr. Bukhari is an excellent speaker. Light refreshments will be served. Sign up with Concierge.

Financial Seminar
“Do Not Let Wall Street Ruin Your Retirement”
This seminar will be presented by Erzi Shecter, president of Centgrade Inc., (A Division of Spencer Winston Securities) and Andrew Pedote, Vice President/Fixed Income Manager, Centgrade Inc., on Tuesday, June 4 at 1:30 p.m. They realize that over the past couple of years investing in the equity markets has been challenging at best. Just because the markets are volatile and difficult, it does not mean your portfolio needs to be! Find out how they have been helping investors discover the ways to protect their retirement savings and generate tax-free income. Refreshments to be served. Sign up with Concierge.

Seminar
Car-Fit Educational Course Helping Mature Drivers Find Their Safest Fit
Sponsored by AARP & AAA Presenter: Stan Rothman, Director of Carfit Thursday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. This program was developed by the American Society on Aging in collaboration with AARP, American Occupational Therapy Association and AAA. Program events are designed to provide a quick but comprehensive check of how
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HAPPENINGS IN CONCORDIA
A Celebration of Special Days and Events
By Jean Goldberg I am writing this at the end of March with an outside temperature of about 40 degrees F and a snowstorm raging outside my windows. All I can say is that the Groundhog was very wrong in his prediction for an early spring and I have absolutely no faith in him. Last year at this time, my cherry tree was covered with beautiful pink blossoms. Today the buds are just starting to stick their little faces out and saying “peek a boo.” However, now in May, all of our Concordia family is back and it is wonderful to greet you and look forward to seeing you at all of our activities in the months ahead! New Residents: If you don’t see your birthday or anniversary dates in this column, please call me or leave a note with the Concierge and I will see that those dates are included at the proper time. Our best wishes for many more years of happiness for those residents having birthdays and anniversaries this month. Happy May Birthdays Sheila Abrahams............ 5/26 Janet Adler ....................... 5/7 Jerry Adus ...................... 5/27 Joyce Berger .................. 5/19 Eleanor Borow ............... 5/12 Norman Briskman ............ 5/2 Evelyn Cohen ................. 5/26 Phyllis Derringer............... 5/7 Martha Drossman .......... 5/17 Leslie Frank ................... 5/23 Harry Frankenberg ......... 5/28 Pearl Frumkin ................. 5/22 Milton Gladstone .............. 5/7 Sheila Greenstein ............ 5/1 Adele Greiff .................... 5/14 Ida Hauptman ................ 5/23 David Hirsch ................... 5/16 Selma Hoffman .............. 5/19 Janice Karwatt ............... 5/12 Amy Kovner ................... 5/24 Barry Kovner .................. 5/10 Janet Levy ...................... 5/21 Frances Loggia .............. 5/14 Bobbie Lorell .................... 5/8 Carl Malc ........................ 5/20 Arlyne Marow ................. 5/10 Helen Mermell ................ 5/29 Joseph Nierenberg......... 5/25 Lois Perlman .................. 5/27 Morton Perlman ............. 5/22 Alice Pollard ................... 5/13 Rhoda Pravda ................ 5/15 Eileen Ratner ................. 5/14 George Ratner ............... 5/24 Mona Reich.................... 5/22 Morris Rubenfeld ............. 5/3 Morton Schneider .......... 5/29 Jack Silverman ................ 5/1 Saul Smith ....................... 5/7 Florey Stein.................... 5/26 Jerry Zegman................... 5/5 Happy Anniversary Lee & Jerry Berens ........ 5/28 Ruth & Murray Brandstein 5/27 Norma & Harry Cooper .. 5/20 Ruthe & Carl Deutsch .... 5/23 Renee & Milton Gladstone ........................................... 5/25 Fran & Charlie Koppelman .................................... 5/31 Lynn & Pat Leonard ......... 5/25 Helene & Harold Schulman. 5/25 Phyllis & Nat Small ........ 5/24 Maxine & Charles Stern. 5/28 Welcome to the Following New Residents Lillian Geiger, 24B John Hancock Drive from Simon; Paulovich, 13G Canterbury Drive, from Larris; David Clark, 31B Rothwell Drive, from Pincus; Louis and Aquanetta Tovall, 20C James Buchanan Drive, from June Woller; Richard and Soon Podskalny, 22 John Adams Court, from Alfred and Ruth Freed; Victor and Tereza Guy, 16B Martin Van Buren Drive, from Katz; Susan B. Fiallo, 23A James Buchanan Drive; Brita Jorgensen, 1A James Madison Court, from Robin Weiner; Robert Weinfeld, 3G Cambridge Drive, from Ethel Ludwin; Lee and Marcia Falk, 179 Concordia Circle, from Frances Cole. Condolences to: Jacquelyn O’Neill on the loss of her husband, Frank; to the families of Jean Sullivan, Herman Nemet and John Tubridy. Personals: I wish to thank all my friends and neighbors for the wonderful support they gave me during my recovery. Your cards, calls and visits meant so much to me and made my recovery easier. Concordians you’re wonderful. Miriam Blechman I would like to say thank you to all my friends and neighbors for their support when my husband Paul passed away. The phone calls, cards, donations and visits helped me through a difficult time. Sincerely, Sandy Shein

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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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THE LIGHTER SIDE
By Bill Kulberg

Solving the Congress Problem
FACT: There are 257 members of Congress, give or take, with a net worth of a million dollars or more. As it turns out, it’s mostly take. If you don’t think there’s a “Congress Problem” then you probably have one yourself. Generally acknowledged that this group of public servants is one of the worst ever, it’s surely the worst in my memory. Unfortunately, my memory is such that there isn’t much else to which it can be compared. Used to be that both houses of Congress were like exclusive clubs, with rancor over issues, but friendship after hours. Now it looks like the members each have their own clubs and are using them physically upon the heads of the guys in the other party. There are too many issues which appear incapable of being solved due to rigidity on the parts or both sides. But is ideology at the root of all this? Money is the root of all evil. And it’s the root here, as well. It’s a poorly kept secret that our senators and representatives are “influenced” by money contributed to their causes. Or plane rides. Or vacations. Or a host of other amenities. Since the poorest, neediest citizens have no way of contributing to said amenities, guess whose interests our elected officials will find most important. Making matters worse, congressional districts have been designed in creatively interesting ways by the ruling authorities within the state, so that the guys from the non-ruling party are conveniently condensed into some of the most imaginatively shaped districts in order that the majority party will attain the most seats possible within the state. We can thank a guy named Elbridge Gerry, back at the start of the 19th century. He was governor of Massachusetts, responsible for gerrymandering. The second part of that word refers to “salamander,” a marine inhabitant that is shaped rather oddly. It’s no longer a question of how these districts came to be – it’s now a matter of getting rid of them. Short of taking an assault weapon into either House, there’s only one way I can see that might solve the problem. Crazy as it sounds, let’s make a lot more of these people we call Senators and Representatives. Right now, we’ve got 435 of the latter and 100 of the other guys. Too few. What with the funds available from all those self-interested concerns to “influence” the votes of our “independent” legislators, it’s unimaginable that these elected denizens of the halls of Congress will not succumb to interests that will help them get more money personally and for re-election next time. Here’s how we mitigate
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that situation. Let’s have three times as many House members and twice as many senators. Now those moneybags will really have to empty their coffers to attain favorable votes from enough grabby legislators to assure their own greedy ends. Further to that, each contribution to a member of congress must have an appropriate percentage deducted and channeled directly to a fund from which Senators and Representatives are paid. What we also accomplish here is diminishing the number of people affected by the votes of each member of Congress, thereby further reducing their undue influence. And along with all this imaginative maneuvering, we can mandate that all election districts within the 50 states be precluded from looking like salamanders or any

other stupid configurations. They must all be square or “reasonably” rectangular. Realistically, there aren’t nearly enough people reading this to get the show on the road. So I also propose each (both) of you get started contacting friends and relatives, pushing this semi-brilliant idea. ‘Cause if you don’t, we’ll forever be stuck with a system that continually produces legislation (or lack of same) that goes against the interests of all us voters who yearn to live a life of fairness, with government representation aimed more at our interests, rather than the pockets of a group of “lawmakers” who’ve become one of the worst ever. Or, failing success in that manner, let’s all get our assault weapons and head on down to Washington to plead our case to them.

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At the Movies
By Mildred Goodwin
There are few parents or grandparents, especially those of the middle-class, who are unaware of the mad scramble for college admissions. Thus, this is the time of the year to see a film with the relevant title “Admission.” This film is a humorous satire with certain sensitive moments that takes aim at the aggressive parents, pompous faculty and administrators, as well as overwrought teenage wannabees. And who are the stars of this sharp, witty film — noneother than Tiny Fey and Paul Rudd, with excellent support by Gloria Ruben and Lily Tomlin. With a cast like this and an audience that appreciates timely clever wit, one cannot go wrong. Portia Nathan (Tina Fey), plays an admissions officer at Princeton University. Although she has the fate of aspiring undergraduates in her power, she is also contending with her office rival, Corinne (Gloria Ruben). They are both anxious to succeed the soon-to-retire Dean of Admissions. But that is not all. There are two other problems: to salvage a losing romantic battle, and to enable Princeton to regain its status at the top of the U.S. News and World Report rankings. What is Portia to do? Can she succeed at everything? When we first meet Portia in the film, she is straitlaced and quite priggish, a woman beset with her problems. But all this changes when she is caught offguard as a result of a recruitment visit she makes to

an alternative high school. A teacher at the school is a former Dartmouth college classmate, John (Paul Rudd). John has surmised that Jeremiah (Nat Wolff), a gifted but unconventional student, might be Portia’s son that she gave up for adoption seventeen years ago. Indeed, Portia is now faced with a new, very major issue to deal with. She is, after all, an admissions officer at Princeton and Jeremiah is her son, but not the type of young man she would usually consider for admission. How can she deal with the rigidity of admission requirements: SAT scores, outstanding projects, life experiences, special talents, writing skills, etc., etc? The plot gets a bit far-fetched but it does entertain us with wit, charm, and a pointed finger at some of the over-the-hill nonsense of college admission procedures. We also learn more about Portia and how her perceptions change as she confronts the future life of Jeremiah as well as herself. “Admission” is directed by Paul Weitz and based on a novel of the same name, written by Jean Hanff Korelitz. Incidentally, much of the film was shot on the Princeton campus. This is an absorbing comedy satire — not great, but worth your while, either at the theater or when the DVD appears. All the best wishes for a happy, healthy May, and a most enjoyable Mother’s Day. Let us meet soon again At The Movies!

By Bill Kulberg

May Trivia

LAST MONTH – This was a repeat. I gave the names of four characters (Hilts, Hendley, Danny and Sedgewick) and said that they were Americans in a British WWII film. I asked for the name of the film. The characters were played by Steve McQueen, James Garner, Charles Bronson and James Coburn. The film was “The Great Escape.” See how easy? Carl Adler, Tobi Bellovin, Roz Brodsky, Miki Eisinger, Barbara Fleit, Jeanne Levitz, Bette Lipsky, Bobbi Wilcox and Janet Wood thought it was easy and were nice enough to let me know. SUPER DUPER – I listed six states (West Virginia, Oklahoma, Arizona, Nevada, Utah and California. I asked what they had in common that none of the
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Cinema Concordia
Concordia Free Movies
Charlie Wilson’s War Sunday, May 5 2 (CC) and 7 p.m. Rated R, 102 Minutes Texas congressman Charlie Wilson sets a series of earth-shaking events in motion when he conspires with a CIA operative (Philip Seymour Hoffman, in an Oscar nominated role) to aid Afghan Mujahadeen rebels in their fight against the Soviet Red Army. This movie has strong language, nudity/ sexual content and some drug use. “Charlie Wilson’s War” is a suspenseful drama. Starring Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, Amy Adams, Ned Beatty and many more. Love Ranch Saturday, May 11 2 (CC) and 7:30 p.m. Rated R, 117 Minutes It’s the 1970’s and Grace and Charlie are the proprietors of Nevada’s first legal brothel. When Charlie, a felon, becomes the promoter for heavyweight boxer Bruza, passion erupts between Grace and Bruza, setting off a violent chain of events. This is a dark and steamy drama with sexual content, pervasive language and some violence. Starring Helen Mirren, Joe Pesci, Sergio Peris-Mencheta, Gina Gershon and more. Nobel Son Sunday, May 12 2 (CC) and 7 p.m. Rated R, 111minutes About to receive the Nobel Prize in chemistry, Prof. Eli Michaelson learns that kidnappers have snatched his son, a promising grad student. But when the captors demand a ransom - the $2 million Nobel Prize money Eli refuses to cough up the cash. This is a dark, suspenseful, feel good movie. Some violent gruesome images, language and sexuality. Starring Alan Rickman, Danny DeVito, Ted Danson and many more. This Means War Saturday, May 18 2 (CC) and 7:30 p.m. Rated PG-13, 97 Minutes Each determined to win the heart of a sexy blonde bombshell; two best friends and CIA spies turn their secret-agent skills against each other, heedless of the everwidening trail of wreckage and collateral damage they leave in their wake. This movie is action and adventure, exciting, romantic. There is some sexual content including references, some violence and action, and language. Starring Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, Tom Hardy and many more. The Campaign Sunday, May 19 2 (CC) and 7 p.m. Rated R, 85 Minutes Plenty of mud gets slung when an inexperienced contender backed by two plotting benefactors goes up against a longtime North Carolina congressman in a ruthless battle to win a House of Representatives seat. Crude sexual content, language and brief nudity. This political comedy is goofy and raunchy at the same time. Starring Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis, Dan Aykroyd and more. Born To Be Wild Sunday, May 26 2 (CCC) and 7 p.m. Rated G, 40 Minutes Filmed in IMAX 3D, this documentary captures the unique and intimate connection that developed between two scientists and two species - orangutans and elephants - as the men worked to save the orphaned beasts and return them to the wild. This is a science and nature documentary. This movie is sentimental, family friendly, feel good. Starring Morgan Freeman, Birute Galdkas, Daphne Sheldrick.

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other 44 do. They’re the names of battleships that were either sunk or destroyed at Pearl Harbor. Roz Brodsky, Bobbi Wilcox and Janet Wood responded correctly. THIS MONTH – [email protected] with trivia the subject, or 6552966. “Judy, Judy, Judy,” probably the most popular words attributed to Cary Grant, were spoken in which of his films? SUPER DUPER – “I was a stand-up tomato: a juicy, sexy, beefsteak tomato. Nobody does vegetables like me. I did an evening of vegetables off-Broadway. I did the best tomato, best cucumber, I did an endive salad that knocked the critics on their asses.” From which top film of more than 20 years ago, was that quote? It received nine Oscar nominations, including Best Actor (the guy who said the above). It won for Best Director. It won three Golden Globes. I asked this five or six years ago.
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THE FORUM
Editorial
By Mildred Goodwin, Associate Editor
The Merry Month Of May Ah! The May was grand this morning! Shure, how could I feel forlorn in such a land. Where trees and flowers tossed their kisses to the breeze? Could an Irish heart be quiet? While the spring was runnin’ riot? T.A. Day, (1871-1948), Irish-American Poet How well this brief excerpt from a delightful poem expresses the high spirits one feels knowing that the March winds and April showers have receded into the past and we can look forward to the lightheartedness of summer. There are various stories about how May got its name. The most widely accepted explanation is that it was named after Maia, the Roman goddess of spring and growth. According to mythology, this fifth month with its 31 days is considered the final demise of winter. We, at Concordia, will not argue with the origin of May, we are more concerned with the freedom that good weather offers us. It is, indeed a credit to our community that we weathered the winter so well. The days were cold and wet, but fortunately, we did not have any major snowstorms. We appreciate our nursing staff, our maintenance and security crew, the diligence of our Concierge and the on-going activities that were rarely, if ever cancelled, and now we all look forward to several months of relaxing time in our personal and daily lives at Concordia. May is noted for mainly famous days; some joyful and informative, others reminders of more tragic moments in our lives. Let me name a few for you. • Wednesday, May 8—Victory in Europe (V-E Day): the day after Germany surrendered, ending World War II in Europe, 1945. • Sunday, May 12—Mother’s Day: the second Sunday in May, a time to honor the concept of motherhood. This day was established as a holiday by President Woodrow Wilson in 1914. • Wednesday, May 20-24—Senior Health and Fitness Week. The whole month of May is designated as “Unleash the Powers of Age.” The Senior Center is a great place to visit. • Monday, May 27—Memorial Day—an occasion honoring those who have died in battle. This observance dates from the Civil War. And now on a lighter note—On May 6, 1915 Babe Ruth hit his first Major League Home Run. At the time he was with the Boston Red Sox playing against the N.Y. Yankees. The staff of the Concordian wishes all the members of our community a glorious month of good times and good health.

All in Good Humor

By Ernie Price

Letters to the Editor
The April 2013 issue of the Concordian is a work of art and ever a work in progress. In my many years as a resident in Concordia I have never clipped so many articles to save and savor, repeat reading and for future reference. This is not to demean and/or to diffuse the value of previous issues. The absolute variety of topics such as health advice, both serious and humorous columns, and all this in addition to the regular and informative activities we residents enjoy. I particularly relished Bill Kullberg’s explanation, exploration and/or interpretation of “sequestration.” With tongue in cheek? It is a column worth reading and… Keep ‘em coming. Edith Diamond

Play It Safe; Check Your Exterior Electric Box
Electric boxes on exterior of homes are the responsibility of the homeowner. The Building Committee members are conducting inspections of all the exteriors of homes in Concordia and including looking at the electric boxes. If they feel that the electric box is in need of repair or replacement, they will notify management who will then notify the resident. This inspection is only a visual inspection and does not mean that the electric box is safe. All residents should also have the electric box inspected by an electrician or their service company.

Statement of Editorial Principles
The Concordian is published for the Homeowners’ Association of the Communities of Concordia. It serves three functions: to provide news of relevance to the residents; to provide a forum for the expression of their ideas and views; and to offer opportunities for the exercise of their creative talents. Officially, The Concordian is a committee of the Board of Trustees. It is a newspaper that reports responsibly and impartially on the events and issues that affect our lives here. Its pages are open to all residents, but the editorial board has the final decision to accept, edit, or reject all material offered for publication.

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pictured are: Arnold Abramowitz, Surrey Ct. (Air Force); Norman Fallick, James Madison Ct. (Air Force); Vincent (Jim) Fiorello, John Paul Jones Dr. (Navy); Harvey Glick, Glastonbury Dr. (Army); Irving Lautman, Scarborough Dr. (Army); William Lefko, Rutherford Hayes Dr. (Army); Irving Rothstein, Patrick Henry Dr. (Army). Bill Lefko, a trustee, served in Vietnam while the others served during World War II. Lefko was a combat engineer with the 27th Engineer Battalion. He was awarded an Army Commendation for valiant service in a combat zone. Abramowitz joined the Air Force at the young age of 17. As an aviation cadet he received special training in 1944 at Butler University, Ind. Fallick was an aerial gunnery instructor at Mac Dill Field prior to going overseas.
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There he joined the 8th Air Force in England as an aerial engineer gunner. Fiorello served aboard the U.S.S. Lindenwald, a vessel that transported tanks and small boats in the Pacific heading for Japan. Bronze Star Recipient Glick fought in Germany and France. He was awarded the distinguished Bronze Star medal for gallant bravery during combat. Lautman on his 19th birthday, landed on Omaha Beach, four days after DDay. Immediately the infantryman was sent to the front lines at Normandy. He fought severely for three months across France, Belgium and Germany where he was captured. Suffering as a prisoner for eight months in a camp for Jews, fortunately circumstances arose enabling him to escape. Rothstein’s tour of duty, as a medic, took place primarily on Guam and Saipan in the Pacific Theater. Their pictures appear on

Welcome
By Adrienne Fein
Welcome one and all to the Welcome Coffee and Conversation session to be held on Sunday, May 5 in the Party Room starting at 12:45 p.m. Who and what is new around Concordia? Come join us for a cup of coffee and an hour of conversation with 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 of getting to know you. 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 (860-5984). No invitation response necessary, just show up.

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WCOC: The Terrible Toos!
By Yvette Lederman
Too old to learn, too busy to try, too set in my ways to explore, too accepting of life’s limitations to venture, are all sure prescriptions for mental stagnation. WCOC, your television station, is not the only place to work through your terrible toos, but it offers the greatest opportunity for self expression, the exercise of your imagination, and a surefire way to unleash those aspects of yourself that have remained dormant. No prior experience required. Some companies who rate television

Spring Clean-up Starts on Mulch Mountain

On “The Forum” host Yvette Lederman questions the panel on DNA collection of arrestees.

Eileen Weil driving her point home on that Photos by Mark Turick program.

shows offer those who sign on to participate all sorts of perks. Although we can’t do that, we still need to know how we’re doing. We’re asking for three volunteers who will watch our programs at least once during the week for one month, and rate them without bias for quality, content, and interest. They cannot be members of WCOC. Please Call 609-409-3334 and leave your name and number. Our game shows are looking for panelists: “Trivia,” “PassThe Word,” “Name That Tune” and “Charades.” Take the challenge, join the fun! Leave your name with the Concierge for WCOC. Are you a sports nut? You’re needed for “Sports Talk,” informal guy talk about the week that was in sports or whatever moves you. You know the drill - leave your name and number. If you can’t get our program guide at the Concierge desk, or access it by going on our website www.concordiacommunity.com, just remember that we go on the air on the even hours of the day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and you can also catch the Nite Owl at 11:30 p.m. nightly.

Above, Peter Quinn, right, Concordia operations manager, and K.C. McCallen, left, his counterpart at Landscape Maintenance, have their crews dispersing the multiple cubic tons of mulch throughout the community in addition to the other spring clean-up chores.
Photos by Mort Perlman and Barbara Goodman

Security at Work March 2013
Ben Ravaioli — Security Supervisor (609) 655-1880 Total Home Alarms Received at Gatehouse ................................ 276 Response to Home Emergency Alarms ........ 177 Response to Home Entry False Alarms .......... 55 Response to Home Lockouts .......................... 13 Response to Accidents ..................................... 0 Tickets Issued ................................................ 28 Response to Various Reports ......................... 49

Dryer Vent Reminder Issued by New Group
A group of residents have formed an independent organization called the Concerned Citizens of Concordia. They are concerned about keeping our dryer vents cleaned for safety reasons and have contacted several recommended commercial companies in order to seek competitive prices. For information call Irwin and Marilyn Hecht (395-8040) or Joyce and Ira Hilfman (395-0223).

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All About Books
Reviewed by Sylvia Sissman

Jews Without Money
By Michael Gold
This novel is autobiographical and also a memoir of the author’s early childhood. The book is set in New York’s Lower East Side during the early 1920’s. It is a story of a stirring panorama of youth and echoes of European shtetl life. When most people think of New York east-side in the early part of the twentieth century, they visualize pushcarts and odorous wares, shawled women and bearded men, stuffy tenements and shouting children. The lives of the people who filled the dingy rooms of the flats, never dignified by being called apartments, we knew very little about. It was left to Michael Gold to tell a story, that is no story but a deeply moving heartfelt description of the east-side of his childhood. It’s not only the boy who is brought to life in its pages, but the multicolored existence of the teeming streets and hallways as well, the sweating rooms and crowded roofs, the noisome air shafts that exposed the family secrets, saloons, wine cellars and stoops where they are forgotten. Much too often we have been regaled with stories of east-side boys who have risen from the squalor of the streets to the lofty heights of a penthouse. There is no city in the world where the poor can ascend so miraculously. It is with those who do not succeed that this author is concerned. The sons and daughters of immigrants learn how to fit into the pattern of American life; they have the flexibility of youth which lends itself to change. Possessing no memory of better things, they can make no comparison and what suffering is theirs they accept as part of the business of growing up. In the tenements of his old street live those whose tales are no different than his. Fyka, the miser who came from Europe and stayed with his family for months because, as the author explains “he was the cousin of a boyhood friend of my father’s.” Mendel Bum is there, who eked out a precarious living by making the rounds of the Bowery missions and letting himself be baptized for a price by each; Baba Sima is there, the magic maker, who cured Mikey of a nightmare by putting his “fright into the body of a horse at the stroke of midnight.” Reb Samuel is there, who opened the “glamorous door” of Chassidic lore to young Michael. There are a hundred more, and among them is the author and his family. The story of Michael Gold’s father, one of many in the book, is typical. He came to New York from Romania, when he was a youth of 16, a dreamer, a storyteller, a lover of life. The voyage in steerage where he lived on dried herring and potatoes, landing on Ellis Island, sleeping on uncovered bedsprings was all an adventure to him. However, his sense of adventure had long since died towards his middle years peddling bananas on a pushcart; his love of life had diminished. Mr. Gold has captured all of the lives in the teeming tenements with the net of his words. He saw the horrors and its cruelty in all its aspects of physical and moral destructiveness, but he looked back also, with a deep yearning toward the beauty and hope that continually throbbed beneath the surface of squalor. This memoir-autobiography, the life in the tenements of the 1900’s may appear out of time and out of place and yet for me, it had an overwhelming effect on my gestalt. I feel odd compassion and deep sentiment for those early immi(Continued on page 13) MAY 2013 — PAGE 12

Lucille and Joe Sidoti and, seated, Josephine Sidoti, Joe’s mom.
Photo by Ray Kaufman

Look Who’s New In Concordia
By Tobi A. Bellovin
What a find, a family of three. Lucille and Joe Sidoti and mother Josephine Sidoti who joined us in late November. Originally from Staten Island and another community in New Jersey, they visited their cousins, the Tardo’s and were thrilled at the amenities offered in our community. Joe is a retired sanitation worker and Lucille was a receptionist for a doctor. They have three sons and four grandchildren. Lucille is ready to play cards, especially Poker and also Mexican Dominos, while Joe is looking for a friendly game of Pool. Josephine is the mother of three and a doting grandmother. She worked as a Matron for handicapped children for nine years. She loves Poker and Bingo. This family is ready to join in the fun things Concordia has to offer. They are especially looking forward to enjoying our pool. Look for them there. They are a fun and friendly family.

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Tobi’s Tips
By Tobi A. Bellovin
Once again my sincere thanks to Geri, Leni, Muriel and Daughter and Judy for their hints this month. It makes my job so much easier. Any tips you would like to share, you can call me or leave a note with the Concierge. What works for you can work for others. • Keep a spray bottle filled with a solution of one part bleach to four parts water. Great disinfectant for kitchens and bathroom. • Grout got you down? Try scrubbing with mixture of scouring powder and bleach. You can also use a bleach pen. • Ball point pen stains are difficult to remove. Spray or dab with dry cleaning solvent which can be purchased at any hardware store. Rub with detergent and then wash as usual.

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dusting cloths. They don’t scratch surfaces. Sticky lint removers are a handy tool. They’re not just for clothes, but can be super for removing pet hair off upholstered furniture. Houseplants need cleaning. Use an old sock to clean the leaves and the containers by putting the sock, which you can dampen, on your hand like a glove. Old gloves can do the trick too. Instead of using a drop cloth or paper towels hang an open umbrella with a ushaped handle from the chandelier or light fixture to catch the drips when cleaning. It has been proved that bagged pre-washed salad

Nurse’s Notes:
Stroke Prevention
Stephanie Fitzsimmons Sexton, RN, APN
Stroke ranks as the fourth leading killer in the United States. It is the most common cause of adult disability. Each year more the 700,000 Americans have a stroke, with about 160,000 dying from stroke-related causes. A stroke or “brain attack” occurs when blood circulation to the brain fails. A blockage of a blood vessel in the brain or neck, called an ischemic stroke, is the most frequent cause of stroke and is responsible for about 80 percent of strokes. These blockages stem from three conditions: the formation of a clot within a blood vessel of the brain or neck called thrombosis; the movement of a clot from another part of the body such as the heart to the brain, called embolism; or a severe narrowing of an artery in or leading to the brain, called stenosis. Bleeding into the brain or the spaces surrounding the brain causes the second type of a stroke, called hemorrhagic stroke. Warning signs are clues your body sends that your brain is not receiving enough oxygen. If you observe one or more of these signs of a stroke or “brain attack,” don’t wait; call 911 right away! • Sudden numbness or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body • Sudden confusion; trouble talking or understanding speech • Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes • Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance or coordination
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greens contain bacteria. You should wash several times and dry with paper towel before serving. • Do not use paper towels on mirrors and windows. Try using microfiber cloths. Paper towels can scratch. Also remember after washing microfiber material remove from machine and let air dry. If you do dry do not use any fabric softener. • If you have a flat iron for straightening hair you can use it, in a pinch, to remove wrinkles from your clothes. Keep the iron on a low setting. • You can use a warm hair dryer on your eyelash curler for curly eyelashes. • If you have oily hair, add a teaspoon of aloe vera gel to your shampoo. • In the event of a power failure and your frozen food starts to thaw, you can refreeze only if the items still have ice crystals on it. Exceptions are fruit and juice concentrates. They will ferment and must be discarded. • Going to the beach? Remember to use baby powder to get the sand off your skin. • Freeze aloe vera in an ice cube tray. It works wonders on sun burn. • A cotton ball soaked with vanilla extract and placed in your fridge will leave a delightful fragrance. • Saturate a sponge, place in a plastic bag, and freeze. It makes a perfect icepack that will not drip when it melts. Hope you find a “tip” that works for you. 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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grants who had valor and courage to overcome the daily hardships of life which assaulted them. Michael Gold was born in 1894 in New York City. He developed radical political views and began contributing to socialist journals such as the “Masses” and the “Call.” Gold was a strong opponent of U.S. involvement in the first World War. When the U.S. entered the war in 1917, Gold moved to Mexico to evade the draft.
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• Sudden severe headache

with no known cause Other danger signs that may occur include double vision, drowsiness, and nausea or vomiting. Sometimes the warning signs may last only a few moments and then disappear. These brief episodes, known as transient ischemic attacks of TIAs, are sometimes called “mini strokes.” Although brief, they identify an underlying serious condition that isn’t going away without medical help. Unfortunately, since they clear up, many people ignore them. Paying attention to them can save your life. I have had residents go to bed for the night because they want to see how they will feel in the morning. This is a bad idea because you need to reach a hospital with a Stroke Center to make a difference in your survival. Some factors for stroke can’t be modified by medical treatment or lifestyle changes. • Age • Gender • Race

• Family history of stroke • High blood pressure, or

hypertension Hypertension is by far the most potent risk factor for stroke. Hypertension causes a two-to four-fold increase in the risk of stroke before age 80. If your blood pressure is high, you and your doctor need to work out an individual strategy to bring it down to the normal range. Strategies to bring down your BP include: Maintain proper weight. Avoid drugs known to raise blood pressure, eat right: cut down on salt and increase fruits and vegetables in your diet. Exercise more. Your doctor may prescribe medicines that help lower blood pressure. Never stop a medication for your blood pressure without consulting your physician. Cigarette smoking causes about a two-fold increase in the risk of ischemic stroke and up to a four-fold increase in the risk of hemorrhagic stroke. Smoking also promotes aneurysm formation. Your doctor can recommend programs and medications that may help you quit smoking. By quitting, at any age, you also reduce your risk of lung disease, heart disease, and a number of cancers including lung cancer. Common heart disorders such as coronary artery disease, valve defects, and irregular heart beat (atrial fibrillation), and enlargement of one of the heart’s chambers can result in blood clots that may break loose and block vessels in or leading to the brain. Atrial fibrillation-which is more prevalent in older people – is responsible for one in four strokes after age 80, and is associated with higher mortality and disability. If you experience a TIA, get help at once. If you’ve previously had a TIA or stroke, your risk of having a stroke is many times greater than someone who has

never had one. If you are experiencing signs of a stroke dial 911 for emergency medical assistance. High blood sugar causes changes in the blood vessels throughout the body including the brain. If blood glucose levels are high at the time of a stroke, then brain damage may be more severe and extensive than when blood glucose is well controlled. Hypertension is common among diabetics and accounts for much of their increased stroke risk. Take home message – monitor your blood sugars. Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) carries cholesterol (a fatty substance) through the blood and delivers in to cells. Excess LDL can cause cholesterol to build up in blood vessels, leading to atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the major cause of blood vessel narrowing, leading to both heart attack and stroke. Take home message- know your cholesterol levels and work with your health care provider to manage your cholesterol. Obesity and inactivity are associated with hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. Waist circumference to hip circumference ratio equal to or above the mid-value for the population increases the risk of ischemic stroke three-fold. Take aspirin and a blood thinner, if your doctor recommends it. Low dose aspirin is regularly prescribed to prevent a second heart attack, stroke, or “mini-stroke” and also is given to patients who are at high risk of having such a cardiovascular event. Keep blood pressure and cholesterol under control. Making lifestyle changes, including eating a diet low in sodium and saturated fats, getting regular exercise, limiting alcohol intake, and staying trim, can help you lower your stroke risk Take advantage of exercise classes in your community. Talk to your health care practitioner about your stroke risk and work together to lower your risk. Concordia Date: Tuesday, May 14 Time: 1:30 p.m. Topic: Dizziness Causes & Care Speaker: Carol Bartlebaugh, Physical Therapist RSVP: Concierge Please register. Light refreshments served. HEALTH FAIR May 9 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clubhouse

Strong Reminder - Safety For Walkers
Walk against the traffic, single file and be alert. If you walk on the sidewalk, direction is your choice. When walking at night go bright, reflective or lit up. Being seen is being safe. Concordia Security Committee
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The Bridge Connection
By Rosalie Slutsky, Master Teacher and Director, Licensed by ACBL and ABTA Most bridge players think that playing bridge means bidding and declarer play. Many people fail to put much effort into defense. When defending a hand you must use signals and discards and of course make the correct lead. So many hands are made, that could easily be defeated by simple defense. Visualizing your partner’s hand is vital, also blocking and unblocking a suit in notrump so your partner can run his suit and defeat the opponents. Another example is everyone at the table competing for the final contract. You and your partner have bid spades; opponents get the contract in hearts. You are on lead and come up with the seven of diamonds. That should send up a signal stating it is a singleton; otherwise you would lead your partner’s suit, wouldn’t you? Eddie Kantar, whom I met in the 90’s at a Bridge Teacher’s Convention is one of the best teachers and a prolific writer of bridge books. He says “the suit preference signal is the simplest and most elegant of all the suit signals, yet the average player has more trouble with it than any other,” the reason being it is confused with the attitude signal. When giving partner a ruff, the size of the card you lead tells partner which suit you want returned; a low card asks for the lower-ranking side suit, and a higher card asks for the higher ranking side suit. North ♠KJ62 ♥ Q 10 5 ♦A8 ♣QJ75 East West ♠85 ♠9 3 ♥3 ♥A98642 ♦ Q J 10 5 3 ♦ K 9 7 6 4 ♣ K 9 8 6 2 ♣ ---South ♠ A Q 10 7 4 ♥KJ7 ♦2 ♣ A 10 4 3 South opens the bidding with one spade, West passes, and North bids 2 NT (Jacoby 2 NT forcing to

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March 1 North-South Barbara Dranoff-Ben Greenblatt Barbara Cohen-Rosalie Slutsky Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon East-West Barry Taback-Lewis Cohen Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Bernie Berger-Bill Biega March 6 North-South Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Barbara Cohen-Rosalie Slutsky Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon East-West John Lederer-Phil Savage Susanne Weinstein-Becky Holman Shirley Appelson-Morris Isaacs March 8 Cancelled March 13 North-South Verena Voegele-Dorothy Glaser Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon East-West Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Susanne Weinstein-Mimi Tunick John Lederer-Phil Savage March 15 North-South Barbara Dranoff-Ben Greenblatt Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon Millie Pitchon-Mimi Tunick East-West Lewis Cohen-Barry Taback Alice Pollard-Emely Cook
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game and shows a raise in spades.) South re-bids 3 dia-monds showing a singleton. The final contract now is 4 spades. The opening lead is the three of hearts, which partner should read as a sin-gleton. The ace of hearts is taken by East and now the card he returns designates the suit he wants returned, after West ruffs the heart. If the East’s card returned is low, he wants a lower ranking side suit, in this case, clubs. West may be tempted to lead that beautiful diamond suit, but don’t do it. East would have returned a higher heart if he wanted a higher ranking side suit. Lead a club and you are now playing pingpong! You trump hearts and he trumps clubs. Oh what fun we are having! Also what a wonderful way to defeat a sure contract. With permission from the OKbridge Spectator, I would like to quote some of their “Rules of Being a Good Partner:” 1. Do not give lessons unless you are being paid to do so. 2. Always remember, you and your partner are on the same side. 3. When you want to consult another player about a disaster, ask about your hand, not your partner’s. 4. Do not ever criticize or embarrass your partner in front of others. 5. Remember, bridge is only a card game. Have a good time and make sure your partner does also. 6. Although it may be unfashionable, it really is okay to be pleasant to a partner with whom you also happen to live! Happy Bridging, everyone.

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

Township of Monroe 2013 Budget Message
Mayor Richard Pucci
In accordance with my responsibilities under the Faulkner Act, I am submitting the Mayor’s Budget recommendations for the Municipal Government in 2013. I would like to thank the Business Administrator and all Department Heads for their outstanding efforts in formulating the budget. Although the State and National economy continue to struggle and local property tax appeals continue at extraordinary levels, I am submitting a Budget for Municipal Purposes that totals $50,142,993.76, which is down $1,740,527.98 from 2012. Municipal services remain intact, despite some budget reductions. Many municipal capital improvements have been delayed and scaled back this year. The proposed spending plan translated into a reduction in the municipal tax rate

Aromas from Your Kitchen
By Adrienne Fein
Whether you are celebrating Mother’s Day or the unofficial start to the summer season ‑ Memorial Day - it is time for some good eating either indoors or out of doors. There are items that can be grilled in a pan or cooked on an outdoor grill. Both bring delicious flavor to your meal. And then of course something special for dessert that can be made very healthy or a little bit more gourmet. Turkey Burgers (Serves 4) 1 lb. ground skinless turkey breast 1 large/jumbo egg 3 tblsp. bread crumbs or panko 1 small clove of minced garlic 4 whole wheat buns 1/2 tsp. salt (optional) 1/2 cup of salsa Combine turkey, egg, bread crumbs, garlic, and salt in a mixing bowl. With wet hands, form four patties. Either spray a medium size nonstick skillet with non-stick spray or your grill with non‑stick spray. If using an outdoor grill, it is better if you make your patties in advance and leave them in the refrigerator for at least an hour before cooking. Either way you will cook over medium heat until a thermometer registers 165° F. Turn burgers at the seven minute mark. Place burgers on a bun where you have placed 1/8 cup of salsa. Nutritional Values per serving: 290 calories; 5 grams fat; 700 grams sodium; 29 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams fiber; 34 grams protein Broiled Tuna Steaks (Serves 4) 1½ cups of fresh basil leaves 3 tblsp. low sodium chicken broth 3 tblsp. grated Parmesan Cheese 1 garlic clove minced 2 tsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. olive oil Dash of salt 4 tuna steaks (about 5 oz. each) Combine basil leaves , broth, cheese, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and oil in a blender and process until smooth. Place mixture on each side of the tuna steaks and let stand for 1015 minutes at room temperature. Spray broiler rack or grill with non-stick spray; preheat broiler or rack. Place tuna steaks on warmed grill and cook for 12 minutes on each side for medium wellness or 5-7 minutes for well done. Serve on top of a bed of spinach or some other type of green leafy vegetable. Place leftover mixture on top of each tuna steak. Nutritional information per serving: 274 calories; 11 grams fat; 243 mg sodium; 5 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams fiber; 39 grams protein Mixed Berry Trifle (Serves 6) 2 Ibs. mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries — any combo)
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of $.01 or $16.54 less this year for the average assessed homeowner ($165,400). It has been another challenging budget year, as property tax refunds/credits have totaled $1,584,099.45 in 2012, investment income continues to be at historic low levels and State Aid again is flat. However, local real estate values appear to be stabilizing and the Township-wide property revaluation will be completed by the end of the year and will take effect in 2014. These factors should drastically reduce the impact of the extraordinary tax appeal refunds in the last four years. Furthermore, we are achieving our goal of reducing utilization of Utility Surplus revenues. Despite a struggling real estate market and economy, Monroe continues to have one of the lowest municipal tax bills in Middlesex County (4th lowest of 25 towns in the County). The 2013 Municipal Purpose Tax, which is the only portion of property taxes that the Mayor and Council are responsible for, is estimated at 21% of the total property taxes. The Board of Education makes up the largest portion of property taxes at 57%; the County at 16%; and the Fire Districts at 6%. Monroe Township remains one of the premier residential communities in Middlesex County with a beautiful and green landscape. We are proud of our quality municipal services and schools. Monroe Township continues to have the second lowest crime rate in Middlesex County. Furthermore, Monroe Township remains only one of two communities in Middlesex County with a population density of less than 1,000 people per square mile. Our positive record of achievement is primarily due to a continued effort of everyone working together in a united way for the betterment of the Township. Special thanks must go to our Township employees, our volunteers who serve on the numerous boards and agencies, and especially to our volunteers in our emergency services who continue year after year performing such dedicated services for all of our residents.

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Snow birds are returning from their warm habitat; the weather here is getting more comfortable; there are activities galore; that’s right...things are hopping in Concordia. We are Brandeis!(1) A wonderful afternoon sharing lunch and a guided tour of the Princeton University Art Museum as you can see was enjoyed by all. Evelyn Goldstein (2) is first in the pool as she awaits the start of water aerobics. Ruth Harrison (3) —ahhh—a relaxing dip in the hot tub. Stanley Friedman (4) heads for the locker room after an exhilarating swim. Audrey Steinberg and Norma Shell (5) meet at the Concierge desk for a discussion. Next the candid camera heads to the Exercise Room where we find Dave Cohen (6) giving his muscles a good workout. Meanwhile Frank Sutton and Lula Crawford (7) warm up on the bicycle and treadmill , respectively. Anatoly Dashevsky (8) puts WCOC DVD programs into machines for Comcast to play on Channel 3. Boris Gurevich and Adalbert Kemecsei (9) let the ping pong paddles fly during their table tennis match in the Regency Room.
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1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup of orange liqueur 1 lb. lemon pound cake 2 cups heavy cream or Free Cool Whip 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/2 lb. mascarpone cheese at room temperature) 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Zest of 1 lemon Combine berries in a bowl. (If using fresh strawberries, hull and slice them before putting them with the other berries.) Cut the pound cake into one inch cubes and set aside. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, whip together the cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract. (if using Cool whip, just mix the sugar and vanilla and blend in the whip.) In a separate bowl, whip the mascarpone until soft. Using a spatula, mix the cheese and the lemon zest in to the cream mixture until well blended. Using a trifle glass bowl or a clear deep glass bowl, arrange a single layer of the cake cubes in the bottom. Spoon 1/3 of the berries over the cake followed by 1/3 of the cheese mixture. Repeat this process two more times. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours (or up to 24 hours). Before serving, garnish with some additional fruit.

Astronomy/ Science Club
By Mildred Goodwin
On Thursday, May 16, the Astronomy/Science Club is pleased to announce that we will be presenting a most relevant lecture, “Developing And Maintaining Sustainable Communities,” and our guest speaker will be Dr. Jonathan Cloud of the North Jersey Public Policy Network. All of us who are aware and concerned with the environment and the concept of sustainability will have the privilege of hearing our guest speaker who has much experience in this important topical issue in today’s world. We meet in the Regency Room at 7:30 p.m., and all members, friends, and interested Concordians are welcome to attend. Did You Know? We hear a great deal about asteroids these days, but many of us are not too aware of some of their characteristics. Actually, asteroids are big rocks that circle the Sun. The vast majority are safely beyond the orbit of Mars, but thousands of asteroids are in orbits that come close to or cross Earth’s orbit. Many scientists believe that an asteroid hit Earth about 65 million years ago wiping out the dinosaurs and many other species. Most of the known asteroids are in a huge, flat region centered on the Sun and located between the orbits of the planets Mars and Jupiter. This region is called the Asteroid Belt. At rare intervals, a small asteroid (or a large meteoroid) smashes into Earth. One of these impacts caused the famous Meteor Crater in northern Arizona, near Flagstaff. If you are ever in Arizona and near Flagstaff, it is well worth a visit. You can easily see the largest aster-

oids, such as Ceres and Vesta, through small telescopes: charts that guide you are published in advance of good viewing periods in the astronomy magazines. Most good planetarium programs also make sky maps that show you where they are. There is so much more to learn about astronomy and other sciences — we urge you to come to our meeting at 7:30 p.m. on May 16. Incidentally, our homemade cookies are also delicious, and so is the conversation with fellow Concordians.

Congregation Beit Sholom
Ah, the merry month of May; spring has sprung and the flowers and trees are blooming. Our garden in front of the Synagogue is blooming too. Come visit and see what is doing inside as well. We are starting the month with a wonderful educational film. On Wednesday evening, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. the Education Committee will be showing “Israel Inside.” After the film, there will be discussion. This will certainly be educational and entertaining. The film is narrated by former Harvard Lecturer, Dr. Tal BenShahar. He will examine the core character and strengths of those that made the dream possible after interviews with leading entrepreneurs, academics and politicians inside Israel. On Saturday morning, May 4 at 9 a.m. there will be our regular Shabbos Services, but we will also honor our 90-yearyoung members. They have their own private luncheon on Wednesday, May 1 at 11 a.m. with a picture taking opportunity. We are grateful to have
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Inquiring Photographer:

Question: Who has been the biggest influence in your life?

Emely Cook Cambridge Drive My Grandmother Rafaela. In her early eighties, she lived in the next building with my aunt in Manhattan. I visited her daily while waiting for my mother to get home from work. We would play silly card games, etc., most of all she would tell “fairy tales.” These stories always had an important “life lesson.” The thief always got caught, the snob always learned humility and true love always won. I remember her with love and I remember her stories and their true meaning.
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Marvin Brother Daniel Webster Ave. The person who influenced me most in my life was my Dad. He was a kind person, always caring about everyone. He taught me hard work was important and to always follow your dreams. My dad was a wonderful husband and father and I wanted to be just like him. I know he would be proud of the man I am today because I grew up just like him. Thank you for all of the good values you taught me.
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so many with us. The annual Congregational Meeting with elections for the Board of Trustees will be on Thursday evening, May 9 at 7 p.m. Please come down and hear what your Trustees have to say about the “State of the Synagogue” and vote for the trustees for three years. We need your vote and your presence to make up the necessary quorum. Shabbat Services are at 9 a.m. also on May 11, May 18, and May 25 at 9 a.m. On May 25, we honor our War Veterans for service to their country, and also celebrate the 60th wedding anniversary of Ruth and Justin Lebowitz who are sponsoring the Kiddush. The Oneg Shabbat will be on Friday evening, May 10 and is sponsored by the Monroe Township Hadassah. The holiday of Shavuot begins on Tuesday evening, May 14. There will be services at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15 and at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 16 with Yizkor at approximately 10:15 a.m. The evening services on May 14, 15 and 16 will be in the Minyan Room at 7 p.m. The Executive Committee Meeting will be on Wednesday, May 8 at 10 a.m. and the Board of Trustees Meeting will be on Sunday, May 19 at 10 a.m. The Sisterhood Board Meeting will be on Monday, May 13 at 1 p.m. and the General Meeting will be on Monday, May 20 at 1 p.m. They always have such wonderful guest lecturers and programs. The Men’s Club will not be having a meeting in May, but their next meeting will be on Sunday, June 2, 9:30 a.m. Please mark your calendars to spend the evening of Tuesday, June 11 with us as we welcome the “Tzofim” the Israeli Boy and Girl Scouts. The program starts at 7 p.m. and it is a pleasure to see and hear them dance and sing and tell us about Israel. If you have never seen them, or even if you have, plan to be with us for this wonderful concert. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets are for sale at the Office of the Synagogue. Bring your friends and neighbors, and grandchildren too. Enjoy spring and come and say hello and enjoy our Services and Programs as often as possible. Have a wonderful Mother’s Day to the ladies.

Born deaf, Larry Jacobs will show that anyone can work with limitations, communicate, listen better, and problem solve. He will discuss ideas he put into action. Motivational, interactive, and strategies to succeed will leave you with one-side effect. Euphoria. Come join us and “Let’s have fun and let’s get real!” Please bring donations for the Food Pantry to this meeting. Thank you. A Slice of Brooklyn Bus Tour will take place on Wednesday, May 22 at 8:30 a.m. and will cost $80 per per-

son (including donation to Scientific Research—”Sustaining the Mind”). We will meet in our parking lot and head for an exciting and unique trip to Brooklyn. This bus tour includes visits to Brooklyn Heights, the Promenade, the Brooklyn Museum and several other views and stops along the way. Our guide will entertain us with history and local color, videos and movie clips. And what could be better than lunch at Junior’s which will include Junior’s famous cheesecake and an egg cream! For information call

Leni Teaman, 860-8343, or Sharon Falkowitz, 395-7179. The Study Group features for this month are two under the heading “Discussion Groups. What Makes Us Tick?” Who are the most fascinating creatures on earth? We are! Join us for discussions about our loveable qualities, not so loveable qualities, foibles, and relationships with families and friends. Learn about the psychoanalytic perspective as we explore the whole range of human emotions which we receive and which we give. Movie Mavens: If you enjoy seeing the latest movies, and discussing them, we meet for a rousing moderator-led discussion. The conversation is always lively and the people friendly.

What “May” Means to the Chorale
By Jack Galin
Phyllis Gavin discusses upcoming Brandeis events with Presidium members, from left, Betty June Feuchtwanger, Sandy Photo by Ray Kaufman Paris and Sharon Falkowitz. I find myself missing the intensity of expectation that spring brings. Weather rushing to meet a

deadline, A linear thrust toward the heart of May. V. Klinkenborg, NY Times It has been said, ad infinitum, that April showers bring May flowers. If that is so, then what lies ahead for the Chorale as we approach the month of May; what was accomplished in this past month of April that will emerge this “wonderful month of May?” For the Chorale, as has been written in previous columns, this next month, aye, this next year hold exciting promise. This year, already being prepared and rehearsed is a program, so forward looking, so imaginative, “The Three B’s; Berlin, Bacharach and The Beatles. Such a combination of music has never been attempted in Concordia and, perhaps, in the entire world!? We are mixing the melodious tunes of Irving Berlin (“Blue Skies;” “Always;” “Sisters;” “Alexander’s Ragtime Band”) with the sophisticated work of Bert Bacharach (“Raindrops Keep Falling;” “The Look of Love;”
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Brandeis
By Betty Rosenberg
“Let’s Have Fun and Let’s Get Real!” “The secret to living our lives is in the Power of Your Attitude. It is designed to inspire, imagine, and feel good about yourself.” So says Professor Larry Jacobs, who is coming to speak to us on Thursday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. in the Regency Room. Professor Jacobs is Assistant Director of Career Services at Rutgers University and Professor of Psychology.
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Dressed in green garb, Christian Fellowship members appear to be having a wonderful St. Patty’s Day celebration. Standing: top photo from left, are Leslie Smith, Peggy Rugilio, Stephen Greene. Seated, Bob Fisher, Ellen and Ron Anderson. Bottom photo includes: Marie Intersimone, Frank and Emilia Tagariello, Patrick (bowtie) Leonard with his wife Lynn, and Photos by Barbara Goodman Audrey Russo.

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“Say a Little Prayer;” “What The World Needs Now”) to the iconic, music altering songs of The Beatles (“Yesterday;” “I Want to Hold Your Hand;” “Imagine;” “Beautiful Boy;” “Hey Jude”); and these songs represent only a small indication of the planned program. Concordia will have an opportunity to hear this program sometime in July. In the meantime, members of the Chorale, having started rehearsals early in April, will be rehearsing every week until “Curtain Time.” And let me tell you, it’s not easy. That does not daunt the Chorale; it only reinforces our determination to get better and better; to grow as a group and individually. Because, you see, the Chorale is an activity where everyone, every member has input in the program selection, in the artist selection, in the scheduling. Everyone is a boss; everyone is a worker. The Chorale is a collaborative effort. We sound better as a group than as individuals; we are better as The Chorale than as simply “a group.” Any Concordian who enjoys singing (good voice or not), friendship and congeMAY 2013 — PAGE 20

niality, is welcome to join us on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse. Just come in, take a seat and, before you know it, you’ll be singing like a pro. Singing is terrific and the songs are so familiar that you could not help tapping your feet. We will always have a seat for you!

Christian Fellowship
By Ann Adams
As the saying goes, April Showers bring May Flowers, and happily, we continue to be blessed with Nature’s beauty that often accompanies springtime and the Month of May. The merry month of May brings to mind the May Pole with dancers, young and old, merrily stepping to spring tunes. With the warmth of these memories, our Concordia’s Christian Fellowship Organization is akin to Camelot, where we can all feel and sense the sound of music. Although many of us would like to forget this past winter’s temperamental forecast, the sounds of birds chirping and, visions of flowers blooming, make the last few months of unpredictable and unusual weather just a bad memory. The sound of music will
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not only be heard from Mother Nature but also from the music we will be hearing at The Christian Fellowship Organization’s Fiesta Night on May 15. Not only will our members be dancing to great Latin and Calypso tunes, along with other familiar songs, they will also be feasting to a menu that includes tacos, chili, macaroni and cheese, and, much more. You won’t want to miss our merry month of May’s evening filled with gaiety and jollity. As we celebrate May’s magical sounds, let us also celebrate the magic of our “freedom.” When Memorial Day arrives, let us remember our past and present “friends” who continue to preserve our freedom. While we associate the Month of May with outdoor picnics and special occasions, another important event is the celebration of Mother’s Day. The Christian Fellowship of Concordia would like to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day, a safe and healthy Memorial Day weekend and, a melodious merry month of May.

Computer Club
By Len Solomon
The next Computer Club meeting will be on Thursday, May 23 in the Regency Room at 7:30 p.m. While the specific program for that meeting has not been established, your board members are working on a number of possible subjects. Rest assured that the final selection will result in a very interesting and informative program. Of course, we’ll try to fit a “random access” session as part of this meeting. Further information will follow by Email. As usual, all Concordia residents are invited to attend this meeting as guests of the club, so invite your friends. In the meantime, remember to check Cable Channel 3 every month. Now for the computer “tip of the month.” We can’t stress this one strongly enough. Be sure to back up everything on your computer often. The odds of your computer crashing with all of your vital documents and pictures seem to greatly increase the very moment you don’t have a backup. With the price of external hard drives now falling well within the reach of the average computer user, it is highly recommended that you get one and use it for regular backups. 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]. or leave the information on the club website.

will be Joe Sherbin our Musical Director and Susan Zuckerman our choreographer. This year, we are producing an entirely different type of program. The show this year is a review called “Show Stoppers The Best of Broadway.” We will be doing scenes and numbers from the various shows that the Players have done over the years. Plus our director will be adding some original material. It is a very exciting time for us. All this being said, we need you to come and join our group. The type of show we are doing this year allows for many more talented people to participate in the program. We need actors, actresses, singers, dancers and chorus people. Our director is having open auditions and will welcome anyone who wants to audition. And of course if you want to work behind the scenes, we have many things you can do. Our first meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regency Room. It is the time to come and meet our new director and hear about the show. New and returning members will be there and we welcome anyone who may join us, or just wants to know what we are about before deciding. Refreshments will be served. Our auditions will be handled differently this year, so please note. The first audition date is Friday, May 31 from 6 to 10 p.m. The second date is Saturday, June 1 from 1 to 6 p.m. The last date is Sunday, June 2 from 1 to 6 p.m. Auditions will take place in the Art Room. There will be sign-up sheets at the May 1 meeting for anyone who wants to audition. Special arrangements will be made for anyone who can’t make those dates. So, May 7 is only a few days away. If you have any interest in our group, please come to the meeting - learn about what will be happening this year. This is going to be a great season for the Players. Don’t you want to be a part of it? See you Tuesday, May 7.

All occasion cards and Tree of Life Cards are available all year round by calling Fran Koppelman at 655-3111. The cards are as nice as those in the stores and you will be helping others by using this wonderful service. Our next trip to the Showboat Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City is on Wednesday, June 5. Call Charlie Koppelman to make your reservations. This is a great day and way to spend some time at the Jersey shore on the Boardwalk in AC without having to worry about driving or parking. Membership dues should be submitted to Leslie Cohen. Just place your check in an envelope marked Deborah and give it to the Concierge at the Clubhouse.

Hadassah
By Anita Brewer
Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah will hold its next meeting on Monday evening, May 13 — 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 of 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. Day Trip We are still taking reservations for the day trip on Thursday, May 23. We will be visiting the very interesting historic village of Roebling, NJ. The bus will leave at 10 a.m. for Roebling Museum, where we will have a guided tour and then the docent will take us for a ride through the village as he describes some of the historic landmark homes in this very quaint town. We will complete the afternoon by having lunch (on our own) at Mastoris Restaurant. The cost is only $33 and the bus accommodates only 30 passengers. If interested, send your reservation check to Anita Pollack at 16 Abraham Lincoln Court or call her at 8601609 or Hilma at 409-9708.

Spring Luncheon We are counting on our members to solicit ads for our annual Journal which will be distributed in conjunction with our Spring Luncheon on Tuesday, June 4 at 12 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Hotel. The fabulous Carla Fitter will entertain. To make your reservation, please send your check for $36 to Arlene Berney at 44 George Washington Drive, Monroe Township, NJ 08831. (Kindly indicate on check your choice of entree - Salmon, Pasta Primavera or Eggplant Rollatini). Letters and ad blanks will be available at meetings. Contact your friends, business and professional contacts and above all, personal ads from our members. For more information, call Anita B. at 3957535 or Rochelle at 655-7742.

Deborah
By Adrienne Fein
The mission of the Deborah Foundation is to provide substantial funding to support the highest quality of patient care by Deborah Heart and Lung Center and to provide for clinical research for cardiac and pulmonary diseases. Our support is fostered through your participation and support of our fundraising events. We are hoping that you will enjoy all of the upcoming functions and will join our chapter to further these health care projects. Our next meeting will be on May 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regency Room of the Clubhouse. If you missed last month’s meeting, you missed a wonderful evening of fun and entertainment. You certainly don’t want to miss this one as we get into full swing with our new and exciting ideas for the future of the Concordia chapter. Become a part of this exciting group while making new friends and having fun at the same time.

Concordia Players
By Emely Cook
Well, May is here and so is the beginning of the 2013 Concordia Players Theatrical Season. This year is a unique year for the Players. As mentioned in last month’s article, we have a new director, Myra Cohen Klenicki. Working with Myra
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National Council of Jewish Women
By Adrienne Fein
For more than 60 years, NCJW has been committed to advancing women’s status by helping women to develop a stronger voice at all levels of society. NCJW emphasizes empowerment and leadership programs for women and girls as well as gender equality. Join us on May 14 at 7 p.m. in the Regency Room

of the Clubhouse to hear Sergeant Lisa Robinson of the Monroe Township Police Department do a presentation of topics of interest to us in town. Another wonderful event will be held at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 19 at Chico’s in the Freehold Mall. Fashion showing and great sales will be available with a makeup demonstration to match your style. Happening cards are available for all occasions by calling Pearl Kipnees (655-7511) or Lorraine Rofsky (395-0235). Please remember to bring a donation of canned food, pasta or paper goods to help a local family in need to the next meeting.

Rock N Rollers
By Sandi Greenspan and Barbara Lauster
Just when you thought things were getting humdrum and cabin fever had settled in the RNRer’s pulled off a March Party that burst those bubbles! We wrapped up winter with a variety of delicious food wraps (turkey, eggplant, ham, Italian and American cheeses, roasted peppers and the like) with macaroni and cole slaw salads that were the tastiest ever. Of course the desserts complimented the feast, how could you go wrong with raspberry and chocolate pastry rugelach? To complete the evening great sounds and songs from “Undercover” were wonderful…number after number they kept it up and so did the people on the dance floor. As the evening drew to a close many tired feet exited from the Regency Room but they were happy feet with happy faces. Another successful event. The RNR team may organize the party but you and your Concordia neighbors/friends make the party a great evening every month. Thanks. Now…Another great party is coming Friday night, May 31. Your favorites are back for probably the tenth time – “A Sound Affair.” We can never get enough of them! No food this month, but you can always bring your own. Delicious cake and coffee will be served. If you didn’t get your flyer at our April Party, they are available in back of the clubhouse. Remember, the snowbirds are back so get your money in immediately to avoid missing out on a fun event! Please note…due to a Clubhouse function the week before, our party is the fifth Friday of the month instead of the usual fourth. The price is $7 per person. We have a great summer of fabulous events, great food and wonderful entertainment coming up so don’t miss out on the good times!

ORT America
By Anne Getter
Happy Mother’s/ Grandmother’s Day to all the mothers/grandmothers in Concordia. ORT America wishes you a wonderful year full of good wishes and fun times. And the first fun time we offer you is an afternoon on the week before Mothers’ Day, Saturday, May 4. It is an afternoon at the Kelsey Theater to see “The Sound of Music.” Tickets are $20 and can be obtained by getting the form at the back of the Clubhouse. Fill it out and with a check addressed to ORT America, leave it with the Concierge to the attention of Barbara Lauster. If you have any questions, you can call her at (609) 235-9574. Tickets are going fast so do it now to guarantee a seat. The show time is 2 p.m. sharp. On May 14 at 7 p.m. we are inviting the new members of ORT and the prospective members to a Membership tea, where one will learn about ORT. You will learn how the organization began over 135 years ago and how it continues to enrich lives around the world. Those who are interested in attending, please call Sandy at 409-8561. Wednesday, July 31, 7:30 p.m. is our General Meeting in the Clubhouse with a speaker and, of course, refreshments. So, mark your calendars. Another card/game party is scheduled for August 14 at 6:30 p.m. We will be serving supper and dessert in the Clubhouse Party Room. Details will be forthcoming. For 135 years ORT has provided hope to many through an education designed to give them dignity, prosperity and an ethic of social responsibility. To join ORT America, place your check for only $36 addressed to ORT America, in an envelope addressed to ORT, to be placed in the ORT envelope, Attn: Membership Chairman.

Concordia Seniors
By Stanley Hamel
The next regular meeting of the Concordia Seniors will be on Friday, May 3; doors open at 7:30 p.m. coffee, tea, cake and entertainment. At our regular meeting in June it will be the second Friday, June 14. Please join us in the Regency Room for an Italian Buffet Dinner consisting of main course, salad, dessert, coffee and tea. We will have a DJ for dancing and listening pleasure and also entertainment. Cost for this evening is $17.50 per member. Please leave your checks for $17.50 (per member) and table desired at the Concierge desk Attn: Eileen Weil. Pay your dues for the coming year at $20 per member. It can be left at the Concierge desk Attn: Doris Axelrod.
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THE SPORTING LIFE
Concordia Nite Owls Bowling League
By Howard Appelson
Where are you? The Concordia Nite Owls should not be the best-kept secret in Concordia. It 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 year-round on Thursday evenings beginning at 6:45 p.m. and ending around 9:30 p.m. The year is split into three sessions: a winter league beginning in January and ending in midMay; a summer league running from the end of May until mid-August; and the fall league from the end of August until mid-December. You can now sign up for the May – August session. We bowl at the Knob Hill Country Lanes, located less than 15 minutes from home — down Perrineville Road, and hang a left on Route 33. These are top-notch bowling lanes that are bright, recently upgraded and so good that it even hosts professional and semi-professional bowling tournaments. Becoming a part of the Concordia Nite Owls is a wonderful opportunity to meet other active Concordians, plus some non-resident bowlers who just can’t get enough bowling in a week at their own leagues. 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, theoretically, no one has an advantage. The only reason to not bowl on Thursday nights is that you will miss the original broadcasts of The Big Bang Theory and Two and a Half Men. They are just as much fun, however, in reruns or recorded. Don’t wait! For additional information call Ernie or Barbara Price at 409-0995. First come, first served. How Many Calories Are Burned While Bowling? There’s nothing wrong with playing cards in the Clubhouse several times a week, but bowling will get you out of the house, and give you some mild exercise at the same time. How many calories are burned while bowling? Believe it or not, The Mayo Clinic estimates that a 160 pound person burns 219 calories per hour while bowling! Converted to two hours, it comes to over 547 calories, and it’s more fun than walking on a treadmill for a whole hour at three mph (the average adult walking speed) to burn the same 219 calories. Men’s High Game and High Series Concordia Nite Owls Thursday Night Week of March 7 - High
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Game - Ernie Price 232, High Series - Stu Geller 635 Week of March 14 - High Game - Allan Tokarz 245, High Series - Allan Tokarz 570 Week of March 21 - High Game Irv Wilcox 224, High Series - Paul Parren 621 Week of March 28 - High Game Irv Wilcox 226, High Series - Irv Wilcox and Paul Parren 578 Monroe Recreation Senior League Thursday Morning Week of March 7 - High Game - Bill Kulberg 203, High Series - Bill Kulberg 539 Week of March 14 - High

Game - Ewald Zimmerman 191, High Series - Ewald Zimmerman 510 Week of March 21 - High Game - Ewald Zimmerman 233, High Series - Ewald Zimmerman 533 Week of March 28 - High Game - Bob Lombardi 204, High Series - Bob Lombardi 568 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of March 4 - High Game - Bob Lombardi 205, High Series - Harold Barr 561 Week of March 11 - High
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Final day of bowling in the Monroe Recreation Senior League for teammates, from left, Mel Meszaros, Pat Finneran, Ewald Zimmerman, Dave Sinder and Bob Lombardi.
Photo by Ernie Price

Top of Their Game
Carole Truszkowski bowled a 209 game, and Stu Geller rolled a 635 series recently in the Concordia Nite Owls Winter League.
Photo by Ernie Price

GOLF’S PRO CORNER
By Ray Bridy
the system is pressurized, we will do follow up inspections. While working on irrigation leaks, we also repaired multiple “bird bath” areas on the golf course, mostly in the fairways. We also accomplished re-edging all of the greenside bunkers and are nearly complete with the fairway bunkers as well. Placing a clean edge and lip adds to the difficulty of the shot and restores the bunker more to its original design. Additional new sand is scheduled to be purchased. We are still in the process of working on hole 16. The fairway no longer extends all the way to the cart path edge. We wanted to add a strip of rough height grass to that hole along fairway side of the cart path. You will notice that a two-foot strip of rough for an extensive length of the hole has replaced the fairway height grass that once occupied that space. We also relocated the railroad ties that edge the cart path near the green enlarging and re-sodding the blue tee box on hole 9. The tee lost its shape and was severely damaged in 2012 mainly due to irrigation failures. We are going to correct that as well to protect the new tee box. We recently had a meeting

Golf Course Maintenance Update
As we spring back to another golf season, I want to welcome all of our members from the extended winter like weather that we are trying to break free of. I want to bring you up to date with some of the maintenance projects we have completed, are currently working on, and plan to do for 2013. We started the 2013 season repairing some 20 underground irrigation leaks throughout the golf course. That project alone was very time consuming and with only two staff members doing the work, I am pleased to say those leaks marked for repair have been completed. Once

with the contractor who resurfaced our back 9 cart paths. We are looking to add better drainage and do some minor earth moving and resculpting work to the fairway approach of the 13th green. We also want to relocate about a 65-yard section of the cart path near the green and move it to the far left side, where the ground is higher. Our goal for hole 13 is to recreate the natural flow of water for more positive drainage. Accomplishing that will help eliminate the puddling of water in those areas of play. The greens have been verticut to remove excess thatch and as a result they are quick and rolling well. They will be lightly top dressed in weeks to come. The ropes that are blocking cart access to select fairways will most likely be removed once we approach June. Included are holes 3, 13 and 16. The following holes will remain cart path only indefinitely; 7, 10 and 14. On a final note…Please remember that we need your help in keeping our fairways and greens as best we can. It is every player’s responsibility to fix their divots, repair their ball marks and rake the bunkers. We can really be effective as a group, much more so than the limited staff that already has a full plate. So please use the divot bottles on each of your golf cans, rake the traps and repair your ball marks so the group behind you can enjoy the same conditions as you.

Nite Owls
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Game - Bob Lombardi 188, High Series - Harold Barr 504 Week of March 18 - High Game - Seymour Peterman 185, High Series - Bob Lombardi 520 Week of March 25 - High Game - Bob Lombardi 170, High Series - Bob Lombardi 498 Women’s High Game and High Series Concordia Nite Owls Thursday Night Week of March 7 - High Game - Carole Truszkowski 209, High Series - Barbara Price 502 Week of March 14 - High Game - Barbara Price 171, High Series - Barbara Price 466

Week of March 21 - High Game - Barbara Price 170, High Series - Barbara Price and Ellen Anderson 419 Week of March 28 - High Game - Barbara Price 184, High Series - Barbara Price 510 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of March 4 - High Game - Carolyn Gottlieb 167, High Series - Carolyn Gottlieb 421 Week of March 11 - High Game - Rebecca Kaplan 176, High Series - Rebecca Kaplan 432 Week of March 18 - High Game - Doris Besman 162, High Series - Doris Besman 443 Week of March 25 – High Game - Rebecca Kaplan 181, High Series - Rebecca Kaplan 453

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Men’s Golf Association
By Howard Appelson
This is your last chance. If you would like to become a member and get your copy of the latest tournament schedule and rules booklet, speak to someone behind the desk at the golf course or contact President Abe Cohen at 609395-0148 or Vice-President Tom Tighe at 732-735-3311. Check the bulletin board in the men’s locker room for tournament announcements, sign-up sheets, starting time schedules and lists of tournament winners. The Tournament Committee requires that we must sign up by noon on the Friday before the tournament. Remember – there are no “gimmes.” All putts must be made. We have scheduled an Individual Tournament on May 1 as a warm-up for the season opener. The 2013 season officially starts on May 8 with our legendary Opening Day Scramble at 8:30 a.m. preceded by our general meeting and a hot breakfast buffet at 7:30 a.m. A Two-Man Mixed Flight Scramble will be played on May 15 followed by a Blind Nine Holes Tournament on May 22. Our final competition on May 29 is the prestigious President’s Cup Tournament with the gross and net winners having their names permanently engraved on the trophy in the cafe. Your wife (who thinks it’s a stupid waste of time anyway) couldn’t care less, but it’s something to show off to your grandkids if and when they ever come to visit. This year the 21st Annual Member-Guest Tournament is on July 10. Don’t forget that person to whom you owe a special day — it’s great fun with good food and prizes for everyone. Fliers will be available in the Pro Shop with all of the details and an application. Welcome to the Concordia Men’s Golf Association

By Nancy Gray Diaz

Ladies Nine Holers

From Howard Appelson

Here we go to golf some more, Our Wednesday club in groups of four. If your game was bad before This poem will not improve your score. When your game is getting poor, And when your score begins to soar, Here’s one fact you can’t ignore You then find out what friends are for. Let me add one furthermore Before we all rush out the door. With this poem I do implore There’ll always be one more encore.

The Ladies Nine Hole Golf Association will begin our 2013 season on Tuesday, May 7 at a breakfast that will be followed by a tournament. The breakfast will be at 8 a.m. the Golf Club Cafe. Our organization would be greatly enhanced by new members and welcome all who would like to join. You will find us a very friendly group who love our golf and enjoy each others’ company. We hold tournaments every Tuesday morning and often lunch together after play. During the rest of the week, members organize foursomes informally. We also sponsor luncheons and a barbecue and cooperate with the Ladies Eighteen Holers in organizing a special tournament for charity during the golf season. The Ladies Nine Holers is open to all women members of the Golf Club, and we urge anyone looking to play golf and the opportunity to meet
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Golf Season Underway...

Golf Pro Ray Bridy, general manager of Concordia Golf Course, “opens the door” to launch the 2013 season.
Photo by Jim Fiorello

2013 Mayor’s Cup Dates
May 20 June 1 June 15 July 1 July 18 Aug. 15 Aug. 18 Sept. 17 Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Monday Women’s Golf Concordia 8 a.m. Saturday Women’s Tennis Concordia 8 a.m. Rain date – Saturday – June 22 Saturday Men’s Tennis Concordia 8 a.m. Rain date - Saturday June 29 Monday Men’s Golf Concordia 8 a.m. Thursday Basketball Comm. Ctr. 6 p.m. Thursday Table Tennis Comm. Ctr. 6 p.m. Sunday Duplicate Bridge Encore 12 noon Tuesday Pickleball Comm. Ctr. 9 a.m. Thursday Shuffleboard Rossmoor 9 a.m. Rain date – Friday – September 20 Thursday Bocce Thompson Park 9 a.m. Rain date – Friday – September 27

2013 Senior Condo Olympic Events
Hosted By Concordia
June 4 6:00 p.m. Men’s Tennis June 18 6:00 p.m. Mixed Doubles Tennis June 25 9:30 a.m. Shuffleboard August 5 7:30 p.m. Men’s Golf August 6 5:30 p.m. 9 Ball Pool August 8 5:30 p.m. Straight Pool Call Senior Condo Coordinators if interested in participating Burt Sills 655-3985, Len Solomon 655-4032, Manny Silverman 409-7986 or Ernie Price 409-0995.
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Poetry Corner
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The Seasons
By Fran Cohen
Summer time with lots of heat, cooling off at the beach, can’t be beat We dress comfortably and light...no dark colors...mostly bright In the fall...a jacket we’ll need...it really does get chilly...indeed The beauty of the trees, colors galore, more magnificent than the year before Brr! Brr! It’s winter...I’m cold, makes me think I’m getting old Used to enjoy the snow and ice...now I’m inside where it’s warm and nice Spring, my favorite time on

earth, watching nature’s wonderful rebirth The leaves and grass are turning green; shortly the flowers will be seen A year’s gone by, each season’s a treasure, having changes is really a pleasure

By Fran Cohen

The Patriot

Who missed a lifetime of love Because of the Second World War He went off to war. A patriot Leaving a wife heavy with child In his every V mail letter he prayed His career would be short and mild Sadly, this was not to be And sixty-two years have gone by And whenever I think of Morris I still breathe a heavy sigh.

When I hear the Star Spangled Banner I stand with my hand over my heart Singing out with gusto As the highs and lows break apart But deep down I think of Morris My brother who was killed in ‘44

And can’t remember what I’m looking for For safe-keeping I put things away But forget where, the following day People may say it’s part of aging But it’s more like a war I’m waging Where are my keys, my gloves, my book I have to take another look Memories are golden treasures we hold Senior moments remind me I’m growing old.

Memory
By Frances Greenblatt
When it comes to remembering names My memory keeps playing games A senior moment, I will say Laughing this memory loss away But I open the closet door

Say When
By Barbara Goodman
When have you had enough? When does the going get too tough? When does it all let up? When do we drink and sup? Where does the party begin?

How does one get to win? What are we looking for? How do we raise the floor? Expectations galore? Not enough. Faith and hope for the poor? Hang tough. Belief and Trust is the way to go. Believe in yourself the only way. Give up the false outside show Take interior trips for Truth and to Know. What is worthwhile? A hug and a smile? Or knowing “Who You Are” Faith in Self goes very far. Stop this worrywart stuff Remember dear “Hang Tough.” Not bad or good Just as you should. Reality Is most Important True Reality, really real Find that Universal portent With it Truth be sealed. Forgive yourself over to a Faith in your Self Join with all “others” become simply as One Get off that horizontal shelf. Now you have begun! When? There is only now!

is it still a penny
By Charles J. Petretti
careless was I, kept no copper that penny once sought by me now more than one it will take next it will take so many more careless it was as a simple cent it lurks, wonders if still needed one cent, is there still a chance all hope, that penny still change

Ladies Nine Holers
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other Concordians to join us. If you’re thinking of joining, don’t worry about your handicap. We have members of various skill levels. We do ask that you conform to the rules and accepted etiquette of golf. For information concerning the Ladies Nine Holers, please call Nancy Diaz at 609-619-3778 (this is the correct number; the one published in the April issue of the Concordian was in error).

Concordia Security Committee Drivers Safety Tip
Be extremely careful when you are backing your car out of your driveway or from a parking spot in the shopping center or mall. Always be aware of who and what is around you. If someone should walk behind you while you are backing up, stop and let them pass. Always Drive Safely Thank You Concordia Security Committee
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Don Macina
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and then Iona College, in New Rochelle, New York. He was a History/Political Science major at Iona. After graduation, Don started working as a salesman for Westpoint Pepperill, a prominent textile company. He was sent to Chicago, where he met his future wife Camilla, who is a graphics artist, as well as a very talented water colorist. He was transferred to other cities and did a great deal of traveling in the course of his work. Don moved back to New York, where for many years he worked as a sales manager for a number of textile companies. The couple and their two daughters lived in Little Neck, Queens for a time and then moved to Marlboro, NJ where they spent 32 years before moving to Concordia. Their daughters are married and Camilla’s beautiful paintings decorate their daughters’ homes, as well as their new home in Concordia. The Macinas now have four grandchildren, who love to paint with their grandmother. Don and Camilla had looked at a number of communities before choosing Concordia. Since neither of them drives, they picked a location on the golf course where they could walk to the pool and the Clubhouse. They are also near the back gate leading to the shopping center. Don said that when they

moved in last summer, they unpacked what they essentially needed and spent as much time at the pool as they could. Wisely so, because then they were able to complete their unpacking when the beautiful summer days were over. They met many residents at the pool and became members of the Rock N Rollers and the Christian Fellowship clubs. Don joined the Bocci Team, which won its division in Monroe’s fall tournament. He became a member of WCOC and has many ideas for new productions. Don has been busy learning the “business” at WCOC and has hosted and produced two “Pass The Word” shows. One of the first things that Don does when he meets you is to very frankly explain that he has been legally blind since the age of 19 because of a genetic disease. Despite this problem, he was able to graduate from college and have a very successful career. He uses low vision aids and utilizes an IPad which has proved to be of remarkable assistance to him. He can adjust the fonts to the size that gives him what he requires. Don mentioned that the tablet even “talks” to him. Because he is so friendly, he asks people to please understand that he might not recognize them because of his limited vision. So go up to him and tell him who you are! We are fortunate that Don and Camilla chose Concordia as their new home.

Barry and Mark
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Friends and Friends — Ad Infinitum!
By Sylvia Sissman
My Friends — are without peer — they are warm, wise, understanding, good listeners to my tales of both joy and woe. Why do I turn to my friends, what do they offer? Laughter and reasoning for my distress — because the following events occur in my home on a monthly basis. Their sense of humor during a lull in my everyday life lifts my infrequent sense of gloom and doom — poking fun at my imagined irritabilities, and supports me during trying times: • when my telephones (all four) are inoperable. • when my electricity is flickering on and off (especially on stormy dark evenings) • when the forest which faces my patio on Perrineville Road and the swaying trees and leaves appear more menacing — and more so when the patio door refuses to remain closed. • when my inability to master my lock on the door — trying to enter my humble abode. We communicate with each other, lamenting on my mishaps in my domicile. My friends moderate my anxieties with comforting counsel,
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and suggest perhaps my residence is inhabited with playful urchins and urge me to laugh at their antics / escapades, which are trivial. In retrospect, I trust these “helpful hints,” and then I recall my household calamitous circumstances, and stifle my consternation and groan (inwardly), these misfortunes are not present in your Castle, therefore your “helpful hints” are moot! But these supportive, caring “Friends” with their positive recommendations make me more resilient, carefree, and brave to cope with disarray and disorder (but not most of the time)!

Security Tip
Please do not park your vehicle on a sharp curve in the street. Park before or after the curve. It is illegal and unsafe to park on the curve. You could be ticketed.

Keep Concordia safe. Thank You

house). The record that Mark put on could hardly be considered a piece of dance music, yet across the room he spotted a young man twisting and turning to the tune. Mark thought it strange and moved closer to see who this dervish with the tin ear was. That meeting with Barry blossomed into a 43-year friendship that never lost a beat. During their years at Queensborough, they did what young men do: enjoyed sports, chased girls and built their academic foundation. They also got to know and enjoy each other’s family. Barry, born in Brighton Beach in Brooklyn, moved to Sunnyside at a young age. Mark spent his early years in the Bronx, and was transplanted to Queens when he was 15. Barry Kovner and Mark Yanofsky traveled on separate tracks after Queensborough; Mark attending Queens College and Barry City College, yet they were always in touch. They were well centered and did not get swept along by the tempo of the times which advocated that young people “Tune in, turn on, and drop out.” They had the good fortune to have families who were well functioning, loving people who supported and encouraged their children. They were the ideal role models to prepare Barry and Mark for their own marriages and childrearing. Mark majored in Psychology, Barry in Sociology, again separate but kindred paths. They often double dated. Mark’s childhood sweetheart, Barbara and Barry’s love Amy became great friends. They married in the same temple two years apart. Barry and Amy had a child first and who did they trust to baby sit their precious offspring? Mark of course. Mark worked in the corporate world for a time and found it too restrictive. He opened his own printing business. It keeps stride with the new technology, and continues to flourish to this day. His wife has also been his business partner for thirtyone years. Barry opted for a career in government, retiring from his supervisory position in the postal service. Barry does substitute teaching now, in a school where his wife is an assistant to the principal. The way they lead their lives clearly reveals who they are; a pair with generous hearts. Barry takes devotion to extremes where his family and friends are concerned. And, when they downsized to move to Concordia three months ago from East Brunswick, Mark and Barbara donated 80 percent of their home furnishings to the victims of hurricane Sandy. Barry plans to work on his golf game, and Mark is honing his skills on his acoustical guitar. Barry who has lived in Concordia for the past six years is delighted that his lifelong friend chose to nest here.

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I Remember MaMa
By Beverly Ringel
Attention: Senior Center Participants It is necessary to register, in advance, for all featured programs and activities. Individuals 55 and older who reside in Monroe Township, and registered members of the Office, are eligible to attend Center programs and activities. For more information, call: 732-521-6111. Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease On Friday, May 3, at 11 a.m., join the Visiting Nurses Association Health Group for this free “Lunch & Learn” that focuses on the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, risk factors, and caregiver resources. Be prepared to take a short memory test! Please note your choice of a turkey or tuna sandwich boxed lunch when you register. Space limited. Beginners Tai Chi Class: Spring Session Starting on Monday, May 6, at 11 a.m., learn this gentle moving meditation that improves your overall wellbeing during this 8-session program with Siobhan. Course Fee: $40, due upon registering in-person. Space limited! Students must wear comfortable, layered clothing and flat shoes. Bottled water and a sense of humor are a plus! (Previous participation does not guarantee your spot in this session). Unclaimed Property On Monday, May 6, at 1:30 p.m., the State of New Jersey has an Unclaimed Property Office which serves as custodian for funds that have had no activity for a set period of time. Could you be the owner of unclaimed property? The mission of the NJ
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I never thought of my roller skates as toys. But they were my favorites, my wheels, my Chevies and Buicks. Soaring down the cement streets and sidewalks gave me such joy. Scratched up knees and elbows were accepted side effects when those fairways came up to greet me. They were children’s quad skates which were clamped to the soles of ordinary shoes. The clamps were tightened up with a special

key. “Hey Ma, have you seen my skate key?” was a familiar chant. And so I am reminded of a lasting experience. My mother was not a sentimental woman. She never was demonstrative in her show of love but was always there for me, her only child. Many years ago, finally able to let go of her possessions, I opened her dresser drawer and found a little box tucked way back inside. It held a tissue wrapped item. I opened it

and found my skate key, shined up and threaded with a length of blue ribbon to put around my neck. Surely the key would not get lost now. I never knew she had kept and cherished it. When we meet again, I shall sing her this refrain: “I’ve got a brand new pair of roller skates You’ve got a brand new key I think we should get together and Try them on to see…”

A Mother’s Welcome
By Harvey Glick
The morning of April 26, 1946, was the beginning of a beautiful day: the sky was a cloudless blue, the sun was brightly shining, and I was coming home from Europe after almost two years of active service in the infantry during World War II. I shall never forget the USS Raven, a large, crowded army transport ship that was carrying so many soldiers back to the USA. The upper deck was crowded with GI’s eager to see New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. As I was working my way to the rail on the upper deck, I found it difficult to believe that I would soon be standing on United States soil. After I finally reached the rail, I saw a small boat with a “Welcome Home” sign clinging to it. And then I heard music — the song, “Sentimental Journey.” I peered at the people on the boat and was amazed when I realized that there were my mother, father, and even Aunt Sarah, all enthusiastically waving. They had come to welcome me home. My mother was a most unusual woman. After many phone calls, she was able to arrange this event. Obviously, it was not an easy task. Many years have passed since that April day, but this expression of my mother’s love for me has always been an integral part of my life. That small boat ride that my family took to greet me will never be forgotten. It was, indeed, a “Sentimental Journey.”

Growing Up in Miami
By Helen Goldberg
When I was almost eightyears-old my parents decided to move to Florida. In the beginning we didn’t have any place to live, other than with my paternal grandmother and her second husband, Joe. They had a nursery in Hialeah. On the day we arrived, my parents, my four year old sister and myself, along with our dog (a white Spitz terrier) it was quite a relief as the dog kept getting sick over my sister, Sally, and me the whole trip. However, that was nothing compared to what happened a short time after we drove up to the house. The dog was so excited getting out of the car he ran without any warning out into the street and was instantly hit by a car and killed! It was hard to believe since the house was quite a distance back from the road, which had very little traffic. Not a very auspicious beginning. I had some unusual experiences while we lived in Hialeah. One was that across the street was a farmer who had a herd of 36 cows and several horses. One day he approached my mother and said the boy who usually came to herd his cows was sick and unable to work that day - would it be okay if I did it! Of course, I insisted I could ride a horse. Wrong! I bounced up and down for what seemed like years. My eight-year-old rear end took quite a beating. A couple of days later I approached the same horse from the wrong side. I had no idea of wrong-doing when I innocently patted the horse
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and he kicked out, hitting me in the stomach. Mom saw from a distance and asked worriedly if I was kicked. I lied and said, “no.” For days I kept looking in the mirror to see if a hoof-print was on my stomach. While we were living with my grandmother, dad built a small playhouse for Sally and me. One day I went in alone and much to my surprise, up on a shelf dad had put in was a brightly colored bracelet. I went out to ask my sister if it was hers. Joe heard me and we three went in to see it. Joe picked it up and lo and behold it was a small snake. He sat down on the running board of his old Model T Ford and proceeded to rub the snake on his nose, proclaiming it to be “harmless.” My mom had him put it into a bottle and the next day she

took it to the Miami Serpentarium where she saw Bill Haas, who was famous for his work, milking the venom from poisonous snakes to make antidotes for snakebite victims. Sure enough, “our” snake was a coral - the most poisonous living in Florida. I lived in Miami for a total of 24 years, moving up to New Jersey in 1969 with my husband and my three children. I told my husband, “Now we can be like normal people – retire and move to Florida.” However, I like the winter weather and have no desire to leave New Jersey for warmer climes. Besides, two of my kids live in New Jersey. One is in Texas so I have a great place to visit. Perhaps one day I will tell you about my close encounter with a scorpion while we were still living in Hialeah.

My Freedom Moment
By Judith Sherman
Judit. I need permission to go into the main camp. This has to be given by the SS Ausfuhrerin (overseer). The Ausfuhrerin sits at a large desk, crisply uniformed. The whip on the desk, the German shepherd on the floor next to her. She is young, perhaps twenty. Quite pretty. The hair under her cap is light and straight. Most of the SS women have hair permanents. I observe her unobtrusively and think she could be my older sister — we look somewhat alike. “Wie helsst du?” she asks me. What is your name? “Judit,” I say, and before I have time to give her my surname, she jumps up, grabs the whip and shouts — addressing the dog. “What do you expect with a name like that?! Judit! Bragging about her Jewishness! The swine, does she think her damned star is a medal?! We will teach them about Jewish pride! Why does she think she is here, in this Lager? Vernichtungl” The dog is now standing and pulling the leash in my direction. I do not pull away. Strangely I do not feel fear. I feel calm. For the first time in
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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. *All residents must fill out a CHOA 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 pm and Tuesday evening aquacize 6:30-7pm. 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. CERAMICS Thursday afternoons 1-4 pm 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 pm 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 pm and Friday night at 7 pm. If you need a partner please call Barbara Cohen 8/2838. *EXERCISE CLASSES Exercise Mon., Wed., & Fri., from 10 am-11:15 am 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 am-11:15 am. Then exercise will be done to an “oldies” music tape designed and led by our volunteer Mary. On Thursday mornings in the Regency Room from 10 am-11:45 am, 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 7:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Concordia Clubhouse. The books we choose are available in the Monroe Library, in a local bookstore, 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, May 16 “Swimming Across The Hudson,” by Joshua Henkin Thursday, June 20 “The Free World” by David Bezmozgis, Thursday, July 18 “Disobedience” by Jane Hamilton. Any questions please call Eileen Marcus 395-9922, Linda Katz 6551566. *FOLK DANCING Join us Tuesday mornings at 10am in the Regency Room and DANCE. Make part of your New Year’s Resolution to join a new form of dance, FOLK DANCE. It’s easy, it’s fun and it helps you melt
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the pounds away while you’re having a good time! It’s also a great work out for your mind. So don’t hesitate, as a clubhouse activity you meet every Tuesday at 10am and it’s FREE! Barbara Price is your instructor; any questions just give her a call at 409-0995. PAINTING & DRAWING Calling all Artists! You are invited to a coffee break in the art room at the Clubhouse every Friday at 10am! 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 Sheldon Wish 619 -3440. Meets Wednesday afternoons 1-4 pm and Friday mornings 10-12 noon. READING ROUNDUP If you enjoy reading and discussing books our daytime book club meets in the Clubhouse from 10amnoon 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, May 7 “The Story of A Beautiful Girl” by Rachel Simon, Tuesday, June 4 “Unbroken” by Lauren Hillenbrand, Tuesday, July 2 “An Invisible Thread” by Laura Schroff and Alex Tresniowski. Any questions call Roz Brodsky at 860-6610. SCRABBLE Meet each Monday at 1 pm. 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 Social Bridge is back!! Meet every Thursday evening at 7pm. Please try to come with a partner. For details, or questions call Inge Seidorf 409-2908 or Bobbie Millman 655-9265. WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUP Women of Concordia now hear this, beginning on Sunday, June 9 our Women’s Discussion Group will begin. This group will meet once a month in the Clubhouse with volunteer instructor Vivian Mardenfield leading the group. Please join us at 11 am on the second Sunday morning of the month. 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, June 9 in the meeting room for stimulating conversation. *TABLE TENNIS Meets Monday-Friday 10 am-12 pm in the Regency Room. All new residents welcome, bring a partner or we’ll find one for you! WORLD AFFAIRS-AM AROUND THE WORLD IN 90 MINUTES! Come join us in the Party Room Friday mornings, 10:15-11:45 am. Enjoy sparkling, thought-provoking discussions in a friendly environment. Remember, 9 out of 10 doc-

tors 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 pm Tuesday evenings to discuss current events. Questions call Seymour Fogel 655-5987 or Irwin Bialer 395-9561. FOR YOUR INFORMATION U.S. POSTAL SERVICE FOOD DRIVE SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2013 The 2013 National Food Drive sponsored again by the N.A.L.C and joined by the U.S. Postal Service will be Saturday, May 11. Please leave your non-perishables (no glass) donations by the mailbox for your letter carrier to pick up. Your generous contributions will be distributed among all needy organizations. NEW PHOTO I.D. CARDS I.D. card pictures are taken on the 1st and 3rd Thursday 9:30-12, 1:30-4:30 pm. Evening I.D. cards taken by appointment only between 4:30-7pm. Please bring proof of age and identification (a utility bill, phone bill). 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) 800-238-3537. 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 pm Evening authorized visitor passes taken by appointment only between 4:30-7 pm. 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 1-866-277-5574. INDOOR POOL The indoor pool will be closed on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month for routine maintenance. BOOK MOBILE IN CONCORDIA Monroe Township public library book mobile will be in Concordia every other Wednesday, at the main gate parking lot 10 am-11 am. May 1 & 15. SENSOR DOOR HOURS Front & Back door sensor to the clubhouse will remain unlocked Monday-Saturday 8-11 pm, Sunday 8-10 pm. RECYCLING SCHEDULE EVERY WED. WILL BE PICK UP DAY May 1 Commingled May 8 Newspaper May 15 Commingled May 22 Newspaper May 29 Commingled MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT The Maintenance Department closes for lunch from 1 pm-2 pm. If you have an EMERGENCY ONLY your call will be forwarded to Security. Otherwise, please call between 8:30 am and 1 pm and from 2 pm-5 pm. Thank you for your cooperation. CONTACT FORMS If you have not updated your

contact form in the last 2 years, please stop at the Concierge and pick up a form. FRONT DESK WILL NOT CONDUCT Any money transactions or Clubhouse business on MONDAYS until 4:30 pm. CLUBHOUSE PRIDE 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. ALL SPORTS AND POOL RULES Located on the rack at the Clubhouse in the Art Room Lobby.

SHUTTLE BUS TRIPS
MONDAY Shuttle Bus Schedule: 9:15 am PICK UP FREEHOLD QUAKERBRIDGE May 6 May 13 May 20 *no bus May 27 due to Memorial Day 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 am PICK UP May 1 Cambridge May 8 Hamilton Marketplace May 15 Brunswick Square May 22 Wegmans May 29 Jackson Outlets THURSDAY Shuttle Bus Schedule: Begins at 8:30 am and goes to Stop & Shop in Concordia and Shop-Rite on Route 130. ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS for Advisory Committees will be available Sunday, May 12 at the Concierge desk. Advisory Committee applications

must be returned by Sunday, June 23, 2013. You MUST reapply if you wish to remain on a COMMITTEE. CLUBHOUSE DRESS CODE The established dress code for all evening Clubhouse functions follows: Proper attire for women: no bare midriffs, no shorts and no flipflops. Proper attire for men: no tank tops, no shorts and no flip-flops. OUTDOOR POOL The outdoor pool will open on Saturday, May 25. The new 2013 summer pool rules are available on the rack at the Clubhouse. The upper deck gates and back door to the Clubhouse will also open on May 25. HOLIDAY CLOSING Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 front desk open all day but no setups. Tuesday, May 28 front desk closed until 4:30pm for sales. MEMORIAL DAY UPPER DECK MUSIC On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, there will be a DJ playing music (weather permitting) on the upper deck beginning at 12:30pm. There is no reserving of tables and residents who bring food must clean up their tables. HOLIDAY PASSES Pick up your Memorial Day passes at the Concierge desk. BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPLICATIONS Are available at the Concierge desk. They may only be returned from May 9-May 19, 2013. Election is Monday, July 8 from 9am-8pm. TOWNSHIP BULK PICK UP Call the Road Dept. at 732-6564575 to make an appointment now for a pick up between April 1 and 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.

“Ticket Procedure”
First day of sign up is the second 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 ID card is needed and the address and phone number on all checks will be verified. Before entry to all shows, present your Concordia ID 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.

SAVE THE DATE!
UPCOMING CLUBHOUSE FUNCTIONS
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JULY 6 - CABARET DANCE JULY 20 - AUDITORIUM SHOW, BEATLES LIVE AUGUST 3 - CABARET MURDER MYSTERY AUGUST 17 - AUDITORIUM SHOW
(For current shows and events see pages 2 and 3.)

Entry and Exit Gate Reminder
All Drivers It is imperative that you wait for the gate arms to extend to the upright position before proceeding through. There have been too many instances where arms have been damaged or broken because of driver impatience. The failure to be patient has led to vehicle damage as well as to the gate arm. Concordia Security Committee
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The Swede
By Sid Kallner
He was blonde, from Minneapolis and spoke with a lilt and rhythm I had never heard before. He was already married, a social studies teacher, reasonably religious and was the first Scandinavian I had ever met. Coming from a Jewish ghetto in the Bronx, and limited to the familiar speech patterns of the Eastern European progeny who inhabited my narrow little world, the Swede was unquestionably different. He was congenial, talkative and intelligent and in no time became a close friend. He was one of 25 other soldiers destined to spend better than one and one-half years together in a barracks-type room that had once been a schoolroom and was now part of the Eighth Army headquarters in Seoul. Seoul, Korea, that is. Say what you will about this place. War, poverty, government corruption; nevertheless, Korea helped widen my perspective about a lot of things and the Swede was an integral part of my learning experience. He was just about perfect. Well, not exactly. He loved to drink beer. Too much, in fact. And most every night would find his way to the noncommissioned officer club on the base and after hours of imbibing would eventually and amazingly find his way back to the barracks. A little tipsy, talkative and jovial. But who would expect anything less

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this Ravensbruck Concentration Camp I look at an SS directly and not down as required at pain of death. She rages and I keep looking. The dog pulls harder. She looks at the dog, at the whip, at me. Hesitates. Then yells, “Raus! Get out, you swine. You will be dead before I give you permission of any kind! Niemals. Never. Raus!” I leave. Once outside I start trembling. Uncontrollably. I fear the dog, the whip, the rage. But in that place at that time I do look an SS in the eye. My fullest moment of freedom. Short lived, but full. She does not get my total subservience. It is April 1945. April - the season of Passover — My Exodus moment. Judit - Yehudit – the Jewish one. Me, my name. My legacy. My connection. I remember me.

from the Swede. I was asleep most often when he returned ready for slumber. But just before exhaustion overtook him he would shake me awake to talk. About just anything. This exchange became an almost nightly ritual. A scenario that worked fairly well until the night he decided that I wear his Saint Christopher medal. I politely thanked him - but said no. The Swede insisted. I resisted. But he wasn’t prepared to call it a night until I finally agreed. And shortly after this sort of bonding experience, he coyly began questioning me almost every day about where many of his barracks buddies were going most nights. He must have had a general idea, for he never accepted an invitation to join the evening activity. And no one was inclined to voluntarily expose the prim and proper Swede to the carousing carnality of GI’s so far from home. And barrack ribaldry and salacious conversations served only to heighten his curiosity. And so it seemed only logical that Swede would turn to me for answers. We were bonded buddies now and eventually he asked me to take him to where it was all happening. I didn’t relish the idea, especially since the area was off limits. But his persistence finally overwhelmed me. Additionally, I really didn’t want to be responsible for the contamination of the Swede’s pristine image. All I wanted to do was serve as his GPS and avoid the ever present MP’s. After we were close enough, I pointed out the house where he would probably find many of his barracks buddies and with some cautionary advice the Swede approached the house and disappeared. I waited for him a short distance away. When he finally returned, we walked quickly back to the compound. We didn’t really speak to each other until we were in our barracks. Although no words had been exchanged I was aware of a smile on his face every step we had taken on our return trip. A smile that said so much without a spoken word. I never ever did ask him anything, for his expression had already told me most everything. He fell asleep almost instantly, his smile frozen on his lips. He appeared to be in dreamland. And I was filled with mixed emotions. It has been more than 60 years since that episode. And I’m still in a quandary. Did I do right for the Swede? I hope so.

Immigration Focus of LWV May Meeting
By Ruth Banks
The League of Women Voters of Monroe Township will present a discussion of immigration at its regular meeting on May 20 at 1 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building. The meeting is free and open to the public, and is held in the Courtroom/ Council Chambers. The discussion will be led by Deborah Macmillan, a former President of the LWVNJ, and also of the HightstownEast Windsor LWV, and a member of the Immigration Study Committee of the LWVUS. She also organized and chaired the N.J. League’s Immigration committee until recently, when she was named a Ruth S. Shur Fellow/National Coach for Membership and Leadership Development for the LWV US. The LWVUS had conducted a two-year study of immigration policies and practices. The study culminated in 2008. Briefly, the LWVUS concluded that immigration policies should promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business and employment needs of the US; and be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises. Provision should also be made for qualified persons to enter the US on student visas. It also supported federal immigration law that provides an efficient, expeditious system with minimal or no backlogs, for legal entry of immigrants into the US. In addressing the issue of unauthorized immigrants in the U.S., the League supports a way to earn legal status, including citizenship, by paying taxes, learning English, studying civics and meeting other relevant criteria. While policy reforms, including a path to legal status, remain unachieved, the League does not support deporting unauthorized immigrants who have no history of criminal activity. The LWVNJ continued the discussion in the state by conducting a survey of concerns and issues and specifically addressing the question of in-state tuition for children of immigrants who have been students here, have graduated from high school and wish to continue their education, in hopes of achieving citizenship. Immigration issues continue to be a focus of Congressional legislation and controversy nationwide, and our speaker will address these questions. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan national organization with Leagues in every state. It neither supports nor opposes candidates for political issues, although it does take positions on issues that members have studied. Hence its long interest in immigration legislation. Men are welcome to join. For more information please contact Ruth Banks, 609-6554791, or Judy Perkus, 609395-1552.

Monroe Library May Calendar of Events
Sit -N- Stitch 2 p.m., Fridays, May 3, 17. Needle workers 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. Costume Jewelry Sale Fundraiser 1-4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5. Shop for great Mother’s Day gifts at prices ranging from as low as $2. Proceeds benefit the Monroe Township Library Foundation. Local Author Sunday 2-3 p.m., Sunday, May 5. Get ready for a beach exploration in this meet and greet with local children’s author Carol Guchek. Her latest book Beachwalk will be available for autographing and purchase. Registration is not required. Coupon Club 1:30 p.m., Monday, May 13. 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 experiences. Bring a pair of scissors and your stash of any non-expired coupons. Program is free and registration is not required. Great Decisions Discussion Forum 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 18. The topic of NATO will be discussed. How has NATO’s agenda evolved since its inception during the cold war? With its military commitment in Afghanistan winding down and a recent successful campaign in Libya, what are the Alliance’s present-day security challenges? Sign up and reserve background information at the Welcome Desk. Library Board Meeting 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 20 International Book Club 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 21. A discussion about Red Sorghum by Mo Yan. Sign up and reserve your copy at the Welcome Desk. Joint Health Lecture 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 22. One out of three adults suffers from some form of chronic joint pain. Dr. Brian Vannozzi, orthopedic surgeon and a member of the medical staff of Princeton HealthCare System, will explain why joints are susceptible to injury and arthritis and discuss surgical and nonsurgical options for joint pain. This program is cosponsored by Princeton HealthCare System Community Education and Outreach. Register at the Welcome Desk. Rotunda Art Gallery A collection of photography by Sue Green is on display through July. George Ivers Display Case Display by the Monroe Township Historical Preservation Commission Library Closings: Saturday, May 25 Sunday, May 26 Monday, May 27 Events are open to the public. duce stress with some helpful tips from an expert and enjoy some healthy snacks. Sponsored by The Oscar and Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living, a free, 10minute chair massage is available—by appointment — before or after the lecture. Pizza Plus “LIFE OF PI” On Friday, May 10, at noon, enjoy lunch and movie at the Senior Center. Get your friends together to chat over a slice or two of pizza, beverage, and dessert. The featured presentation will immediately follow. Tickets: $6 p.p.—due upon registering in-person. Silver Screen Nostalgia On Monday, May 13, at 1:30 p.m., join Bill Levy as he explores films that feature Big Bands in Hollywood Musicals. Enjoy appearances by the bands of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Jimmy Dorsey, and Harry James. Judge for Yourself On Friday, May 17, at 2 p.m., join “Judge Jen” as she shares true, sometimes con(Continued on page 31)

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STOP Sign Reminder
All Drivers - It is imperative that you come to a full stop at all Concordia Stop Signs. There have been too many instances, observed by residents and our security staff, where residents roll through or even ignore the stop signs. They are there for all of our safety! This failure to observe the signs has led to accidents or almost accidents. Be healthy, Be safe every day. Thank You Concordia Security Committee

Unclaimed Property Office is to reunite owners with their unclaimed financial assets (stocks/bonds, insurance checks, utility deposits, wages, etc.) Drivers’ Safety Program On Monday, May 6, 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 the course. For space availability, please call the Office. Health Topic by Robert Wood Johnson On Wednesday, May 8, at 2 p.m., Robert Wood Johnson Community Relations will host a lecture not yet determined as of this writing. For more information, please contact the Office at 732-521 -6111 or pick up a May newsletter. Stress-Free May Day On Thursday, May 9, at 1:30 p.m., learn how to re-

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
Transportation
AIRPORTS, PIERS, appointments, shopping. Best rates. Community resident. Call John (609) 721-3269. A. HARRINGTON LIMOUSINE – Owners are Greenbriar Whittingham residents. Call (800) 458-5466. 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. CAR SERVICE – For a comfortable ride I hope you decide to call John (609) 655-2015. Airports, doctors, shopping. 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. MARVIN’S LIMOUSINE – Low rates. Choice of Cadillac sedan or Lexus SUV. $5 discount with this ad. Call (908) 812-6299. NAT TRANSPORTATION – Monroe resident. All airports, shipyards, NYC and local. Doctor and hospital visits. (917) 657-5611. TRANSPORTATION DOCTOR – Airports, trains, piers, doctors, local service, NYC. Reliable and references. Call Lon J. (732) 423-1847. GO WITH BILL – Airports, shopping, doctors, hospitals, errands, companion, house or dog sitting. Available anytime. (609) 655-3475. RICK’S CAR SERVICE – Greenbriar resident. Professional driver. Reasonable. (609) 902-9979 or (609) 6558051. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE Shopping, errands, airport service, doctor’s appointments, bank reconciliation, household organizing and more. Bonded, reasonable and reliable. Call Carol (609) 448-9188. LEN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE, LLC – Spring is heretime 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 # 13VH03701800. www.lenshandyman.com Call (732) 353-6031. JOHN PEARL HOME IMPROVEMENTS AND LANDSCAPING, LLC – General repairs, power washing, deck staining, tile, masonry, sheetrock, masonry repairs. Tree removal, plant replacements, landscape projects and more. Licensed and insured. NJ License # 13VH06515700. Call John at (908) 208-1150. MIKE THE HANDYMAN – See my display ad in this edition. (732) 780-0468. EXPERT HOME REPAIRS. Kitchen, bath, closet remodeling, tiling, painting. Call Bob Katz – (609) 490-9522 for details. SAM’S PAINTING COMPANY – Quality painting for over 30 years. Free estimates. License #13VH02599700 (732) 6168402. PHIL SCARLATTI PAINTING/ PAPERHANGING – Fully insured. Servicing residents in your area for over 25 years. Free estimates. (732) 9055068. 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. WINDSOR MOVING COMPANY – Helping families pack and move for over 20 years. Fully insured. Lic. PC00512. Call (609) 448-8840. J. E. MOVERS – No job too small. House, garage cleanouts. Jamie Hulick. (732) 5980220. MONROE COMPUTER SERVICE (formerly Len’s Computer Service). Is your computer running slow? It may need a tune-up. Desktop and laptop repair in your home. Virus removal and protection. Monroe resident with over 15 years of computer experience. All major credit cards accepted. www.monroecomputer.com (732) 9673400. PROFESSIONAL PET CARE - Bonded and insured. Call (609) 860-9696.

Housecleaning
NICE JEWISH GIRL’S HOUSE CLEANING and Health Aide Service. 20 years experience. Low rates. Insured and bonded. Call Eileen at (609) 860-9050. HOUSE CLEANING to clean your home expertly and thoroughly. References, honest, courteous and experienced. Reyna (609) 371-4775. You’ll be glad you called.

HENRYKA’S HOUSE CLEANING – Polish ladies, reliable and experienced. References available. (609) 5860806. IZABELA’S CLEANING SERVICE - Professional house cleaning. Quality work. References available. Reasonable. 2 bedroom/2 bath, $65 and up. Experienced. Free estimates. (609) 954-0181.

Wanted to Buy
I WILL BUY your old digital or film camera. Arthur (609) 4090628. I will come to you. I BUY old vintage cameras. Call Stan (609) 860-8374. CARS WANTED-CASH WAITING – I come to you. Any make, any year, don’t trade. Call me first (732) 7350125 from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days a week. NANNIE’S PRETTIES ANTIQUES – We buy antiques and used furniture. Call Elliott – “The Friendly Dealer.” (609) 462-2299.
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Help & Health Services
POLISH WOMAN AS CAREGIVER/companion. Reliable, honest, dependable. Healthcare, cooking, housework, shopping, etc. Iwona (732) 489-2601. HOME HEALTH AIDE – Many years of experience looking for a job. Live in/out. Cooking, cleaning, driving. Katerina (347) 673-3393. GLENDA’S IN-HOME CARE – Concordia resident experienced in reliable, affordable elderly care. Meals, transportation, companionship. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Good references. (732) 252-3760. BARBARA’S IN-HOME CARE ASSISTANCE (Nonmedical). Born and raised in Middlesex County. This is truly my passion. Learn about me: www.inhomecarebybarbara.com (732) 735-4243. 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. CARING ELDER CARE – Experienced, reliable, affordable. Good references. Monroe Township since 2007. (646) 413-0813. www.CaringElderCare.com ANNA’S HOME CARE – Certified professional caregiver is looking for live-in/live-out job in Monroe Township. Experienced, references. Driver’s license. Accepts long-term care insurance. Low prices. Private care option. Call Anna at (609) 409-1600 or (732) 579-8158.

troversial cases and stories for discussion and debate. Space limited. Great Opera Arias On Monday, May 20 at 1 p.m., enjoy this 1996 Gala Concert, on the stage of the Royal Opera House, featuring Placido Domingo and a host of other international stars as they perform many of the world’s best-loved operatic arias. Chronic Disease SelfManagement Program Starting on Thursday, May 23, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., join staff members from the Middlesex County Public Health

Department for this 6session workshop (May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27) Learn how to manage your condition and improve your health by focusing on pain management, nutrition, exercise, etc. For space availability, please call the Office. Impact of Healthcare Reform On Thursday, May 23, at 1:30 p.m., join Alex Binder, Chief Operating Officer for Visiting Physician Services, as he addresses key provisions that affect seniors with regard to the Affordable Care Act and Medicare benefits.

Home Improvement & Services
TKS HOME IMPROVEMENTS – A full-service contractor and handyman. Services roofs, kitchens, baths, basements, painting, tile, hardwood, and more. No job too big or too small. (609) 259-2574. License # 13VH05970500. 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.
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Miscellaneous/ Services
CONCORDIA FLUTIST seeks trained amateur musicians to enjoy weekly classical music sight-reading. (732) 742-8271. ONE-MAN-BAND – Don Anthony (201) 935-5114. 3 hour party - $150. COMPUTER ASSISTANCE in senior's home. Help with all aspects. Selection, set-up, and training. (609) 409-7631. PC PROBLEM SOLVERS – Slow computer? Viruses or spyware? Pop-ups? Computer and internet set-ups. We make house calls. Call Herman (609) 409-0824.

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Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Seniors (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Tennis Club (Bd. Mtg.) 1:00-2:00 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Wrkshp 1:00-4:00 Covenants Comm. (Bd. Mtg.) 6:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Christian Fellowship (Gen. Mtg.) 7:00

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Tennis Club (Breakfast) 9:30 Singles (Gen. Mtg.) 2:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:00

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