October 2012

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

 Ceremonies — Remembering 9/11 

By Penny Kisciras

Brandeis Receives a Nat’l Honor

A Good Choice
When our fellow residents decided to purchase a home in Concordia, many desirable things were available to sweeten the pie. What was it that attracted you? Where you lured in by the numerous amenities being offered; the equitable pricing of the homes; or the beautiful aesthetics in and around this lovely hamlet? Or, was it the many services that came with the package? Like the well-manicured golf-course; six clay tennis courts; an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, an indoor hot-tub; a first-rate fitness center; a billiard room; bocce court; shuffle board court; a party room; card room or the ballroom, offering shows and dancing for your pleasure? Replacing siding, roofs, driveways, shrubbery and nursing service 24/7 are all benefits of Concordia. In any event, it might have been one, two, three or a dozen or so things that pleased you. But there was good reason that the individual choices were so
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Two solemn services commemorating the tragic events of September 11, 2001, took place in town on the anniversary date. A noon unveiling of a beautiful, granite monument complemented with an artifact from the World Trade Center (a 30-inch steel beam) was dedicated at the District 2 Firehouse and EMS facility. A Community Candlelight Ceremony, conducted at the Memorial Tree Park, dramatically displayed 2,977 American Flags in remembrance of those who perished. For more photos , see page 17. Photos by Mort Perlman

Frank Ponisi – Concordia’s “Voice”
By Bill Kulberg
Way back in what some folks call the golden age of music, we had a popular singer, often referred to affectionately as Frank, The Voice. No reason to mention his name; all you needed to do was say “The Voice” and whomever you were speaking to knew it wasn’t Jimmy Durante. It was, of course, Sinatra. And indeed there was justification for the name – he had a great singing voice. But his speaking voice was nothing special. Now if you really want to hear someone with a great speaking voice, look no further than Concordia’s Frank, The Voice. Only this guy’s last name is Ponisi. Frank and his deep, resonant tonsils have graced our community for 12 years, notably as an actor and singer. He’s appeared in numerous shows, including a role as Lazar Wolf in Fiddler On the Roof a couple of years back. But there’s more to Frank than a voice. His personality, including a nice sense of humor, rounds out a man who rightfully has become popular around these parts, even though he and wife Jeanie escape to Florida for half a year.
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Flu Shots
Wed., Oct 3
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Originating over 25 years ago and growing to a membership of almost 250, the Brandeis Concordia Chapter was recently honored for its achievements in membership growth, financial contributions to Brandeis University, and the efficient use of Brandeis study group materials. The chapter has been named to the Louis D. Brandeis Honor Roll - one of ten chapters nationally to achieve that distinguished award. Founded in 1948, the same year as the university, the 50 chapters of the Brandeis National Committee provide support for Brandeis,
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Anne Marie Parisi - Beauty Was Her Business
By Frances Greenblatt
Anne Marie is a native New Yorker. She was born in Manhattan, delivered by a midwife, on the kitchen table. She attended the Mary Help of Christians School until eighth grade, and was graduated from Washington Irving High School. Across the street from where she lived there was a Boxing Gym. The owner thought that she and her friends were underprivileged children and gave them all roller derby skates and formed a team called Junior Chiefs. At the Roller Derby Arena, they learned balance and teamwork. At age 20, Anne Marie enrolled in a School of Cosme(Continued on page 28)

Frank Ponisi
Photo by B. Goodman

Players To Present Music Classic “Singin’ in the Rain” Oct. 12-14
By Emely Cook
It’s “Singin’ In The Rain” (Hooray for Hollywood) in just two weeks! — Are the costumes ready? — Is the stage set up? — Is the piano in tune? — Are we all ready to go? — You bet we are! This year marks the 60th year since Gene Kelly danced between the rain drops. And this year makes 27 years that the Concordia Players have been entertaining the residents of this community. So, again, like so many seasons before this one, we will bring you the best entertainment possible good story - great singing and a dancing ensemble. Sitting in your seat you will hear those “oldies but goodies” such as “You Stepped
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Anne Marie Parisi
Photo by R. Kaufman

Joseph Rugilio and the Christian Fellowship
By Jean Goldberg
When I had first interviewed Joseph Rugilio a few years ago, he and his wife Peggy had moved here from Union, New Jersey and were enjoying their new home in our community. Joe was learning the “ropes” at WCOC, as well as serving as Vice President of the Board of Trustees of the Christian Fellowship. They have been living here for about six years and Joe is now the President. The Christian Fellowship has a fascinating history. At a 1984 Section 13 Block Party, a group of residents came up with the idea to form this Club. They discussed their plans with the
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Know Your Neighbor

Inside
Social Whirl .............................. 6 The Lighter Side ...................... 7 At the Movies ........................... 8 Cinema Concordia ................... 8 Trivia ........................................ 9 The Forum ............................. 10 Tobi’s Tips ............................. 12 Clubs and Organizations ....... 15 On the Horizon....................... 27

Rehearsals are in full swing as the Concordia Players get ready to present “Singin’ in the Rain,” this year’s October show. Tony Adase, director, right, emphatically gives instructions to cast members. Photo by Mort Perlman

Joseph Rugilio
Photo by Ernie Price

Princeton Tour and Lunch
Enjoy a day in Einstein’s Paradise on Thursday, November 8. Depart the Clubhouse at 9 a.m. for a guided tour of Princeton by bus. Lunch at 12 p.m. will be served at the Nassau Inn with a full buffet. After lunch you will be bussed to the Princeton University Chapel. Enjoy one of the largest collections of stained glass of its kind with an audio tour. Depart for home at 4 p.m. and arrive in Concordia at approximately 5 p.m. A lot of walking is involved. Cost of trip is $86 per person. Sign up with Concierge. *New Sale

parting the Clubhouse at 9 a.m. Enjoy a guided onehour tour of two groups at 11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. After the tour lunch is on your own. Be back for the Christmas Show to start promptly at 2 p.m. with the Rockettes. Depart for home 3:30 p.m. and arrive home at approximately 5:30 p.m. Sign up with your friends and family to kick off the holiday season. Cost for this trip is $88.50 per person. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

Clubhouse Shows, Etc.
‘Reminisce’ at October Small Comfort Seating Auditorium Show
“Reminisce,” one of New Jersey’s top 50’s and Doo Wop group, will appear in the Regency Room, Saturday, October 6 at 8:30 p.m. Show ticket $10 per person, show and cake ticket $15 per person. Sign up with the Concierge. Sold Out – wait list only.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Gala Concordia Party
Celebrate the past year and welcome in the New Year, 2013, in your finest attire at the Clubhouse Monday, December 31 at 7:30 p.m. The Regency Room will be transformed into “Hollywood Boulevard” with You as the Stars of 2012. The dance music of the evening will be played by Tommy Dee, an outstanding DJ, who has appeared here before. Dee plays all the tunes that you want to hear, but most importantly love to dance to. As the doors open at 7 p.m. your table will have cheese and crackers, fresh baked rolls and salad to start off the dinner. To follow will be a hot buffet with chicken breast marsala, grilled teriyaki salmon with creamy dill sauce, sliced top sirloin in mushroom sauce, baked eggplant parmigiana, string beans almondine, garlic cheddar and mashed potatoes. After your meal, dance off your dinner to your favorite tunes then take a short break and enjoy the entertainment for the evening. Eric Kearns, The Voices of Legends, will mesmerize you with his ability to duplicate the vocals of many different artists. During a portion of his show Eric will invite those who wish to dance onto the dance floor. Assorted platters of mini Italian pastries and sugar free cream puffs, coffee and tea as well as soft drinks will be served. Don’t miss out on this very, festive party, and bring in the New Year with your friends and neighbors. The cost of this gala event is $55.50 per person. Sign up with the Concierge.

house and this sends the lovebirds flying in different directions. This film received the Best Picture Oscar; starring James Stewart, Jean Arthur, Charles Lane, Lionel Barrymore and Ann Miller. Sign up with Concierge.

“Ticket Procedure”
First day of sign up is now 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.

Atlantic City Resorts Casino Show
Resorts Casino will be welcoming you Thursday, November 15. You will receive $10 slot play and a 3:30 p.m. Christmas Show ticket. Departing the Clubhouse at 10 a.m. we should arrive at noon. Leaving for home at 6 p.m., estimated time returning is 8 p.m. Cost $23.25 per person. Sign up Concierge. *New Sale

“Funny Lady” Coming to Concordia
The November Culture Corner Movie features “Funny Lady” (1975) and is booked for Tuesday, November 27 at 1:30 p.m. It is 136 minutes – PG rated. Barbra Streisand is Fanny Brice in this sequel to the award winning musical “Funny Girl.” In depression era New York, the hugely successful entertainer’s long running show is closing and her marriage with playboy Nick Arnstien (Omar Sharif) is over. Fanny finds herself out of work and looking for material when she meets Billy Rose (James Caan). The film features the songs “More Than You Know,” and “Million Dollar Baby.” Also starring are Ben Vereen and Roddy McDowall.

Mark Down the Date: October 20 Holiday Bazaar
The Holiday Bazaar for the sale of new items only (that may be purchased in time for holiday gifting) will be held in the Regency Room, Saturday, October 20 from 12 – 4 p.m. Concordia guests and professional vendors can sign up to purchase their tables at this time. Please tell the Concierge what you are selling. Get in the spirit just in time for holidays and don’t miss out on this opportunity to sell all of your new treasures for gifts. Vendor set up time is 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., shopping time from 12 – 4 p.m. No eating is allowed. Resident fee is $10 for card and $20 for eight foot tables. Guest fee is $15 for card tables and $25 for eight foot tables, professional fee is $35 card tables and $50 for eight foot tables. Maximum number of tables is 35. Please clear all guest shoppers through security. Sign up with the Concierge.

“Radio City Christmas Show and Backstage Radio City Tour”
(Orchestra Seats) A trip into the city for the Holidays is planned for Thursday, November 29; de-

Show Review
By Tobi Bellovin

Music-Music-Music

Bus Trips
New York City on Your Own
Spend the day in Manhattan Wednesday, October 10. Departure time is 10 a.m. Go see a Broadway matinee by buying your tickets at Duffy Square (fifty percent off for most tickets). Have lunch in a great restaurant, shop or visit one of the many museums in the city or just relax and spend the day as you wish. Departing for home at 6 p.m. arriving at Concordia approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost for the trip is $21.75 per person. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

That’s what you heard at a recent Saturday night Club Concordia Cabaret Show. Music from the 50’s through the present; slow dancing and rock and roll filled the air and the dancers were out there with the fabulous DJ Gary Morton. Comedian Ronnie Reckseit regaled all with his unusual sense of humor. Refreshments were delicious as usual and then the dancing resumed. Who could ask for anything more! Don’t be left out at the next fun filled evening.

November “Opera” Movie Night Features “Bizet’s Carmen”
(English Subtitles 1984 152 Minutes) Bizet’s “Carmen,” performed by Placido Domingo, Ruggero Raimondi, and Faith Esham will play at the Clubhouse Saturday, November 3 at 7 p.m. This production was filmed in Southern Spain and is magnificent. It is the most popular opera production so far on DVD. All the passion and spectacle of “Carmen” comes to life in this dazzling screen opera. Coffee, tea and brownies will be served during intermission. (Upon sign up let us know about sugar free.) The cost is $5 per person. Sign up with Concierge.
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Culture Corner
Jimmy Stewart Classic Film Slated for October
The October Culture Corner Movie, “You Can’t Take It With You” (1938) will be shown Tuesday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m. 1938 films are not rated. The eldest son of a millionaire has fallen in love with a sweet working girl who lives with her eccentric family and a few extra misfits in a decaying old house. The millionaire’s father wants to construct a new building on the decayed

Atlantic City Resorts Casino
Resorts Casino will be welcoming you on Wednesday, October 24 with $25 slot play. You must have a valid ID and casino card. Departing the Clubhouse at 9:30 a.m. we should arrive at the casino about 11:30 a.m. We leave for home at 5:30 p.m.; arriving home at 7:30 p.m. (approximately). Cost is $23.25 per person. Deadline is October 14. Sign up with Concierge. Open to guests.

Arline Habler saw a photo of herself and could hardly believe it was her. She realized she had to lose weight. WOW meetings gave her motivation and the control needed. Marilyn Mix, instructor, second on left, made her realize that this is not a diet, but a way of life. For Arline, WOW meetings are inspirational and fun. Photo by Mort Perlman She lost 14 lbs. in seven months.

Security at Work - August
Ben Ravaioli — Security Supervisor (609) 655-1880
Total Home Alarms Received at Gatehouse........314 Response to Home Emergency Alarms...............195 Response to Home Entry False Alarms ................52 Response to Home Lockouts ................................11 Response to Accidents .......................................... 0 Tickets Issued .......................................................33 Response to Various Reports ................................56 Concordia Security
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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. and Tom Klein, CFB, of the management company. In this presentation the topics that will be discussed are: How today’s historically low yields make it difficult for investors seeking income; Why dividend‑paying stocks appear attractive now; How strong corporate balance sheets and today’s historically low dividend payout ratio may support stronger dividends in the future; and finally; How recent fund flows show that most investors aren’t taking advantage of opportunities in dividend paying stocks. Refreshments will be served. Sign up with Concierge.

Instructional Classes
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 the 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.

quate seating and refreshments. Concordians who have signed up will be checked in at the door after showing their ID. No guests will be allowed without a $5 fee paid to the Concierge.

Saint Peter’s Medical Seminar on “Breast Health”
On Tuesday, October 9 at 1:30 p.m. Dr. Lisa Hopkins, a breast specialist and the Mobile Health Department, will present a very special lecture. Tea and pastries will be served to you at a table. Dr. Hopkins only treats patients that have breast disease concerns and treats the patient as needed. This presentation has limited seating and only those who sign up by October 1 will be admitted. Sign up with the Concierge.

Evening Aquacize
On Tuesday evenings beginning October 2 at 6:30-7 p.m. Aquacize Classes will be held in the Indoor Pool. Sign up with the Concierge and fill out a physical consent form.

AARP Driving Class
This course helps mature drivers sharpen skills. The class will be held Thursday, November 8 from 12 - 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 a break. Cost for members is $12 and cost to non-members is $14 per person. Make all checks payable to AARP. Veterans Promotion means from November 1 through November 30, all AARP Driver Safety classroom courses are free to veterans, active duty and retired military service members, their spouses, domestic partners, dependents, children and widow or widowers. Please bring proof of service. Sign up with Concierge.

Cornerstone Financial “Seven Mistakes Retirees Should Avoid”
Simon Chu, RFC, CEP will be presenting a financial seminar on Wednesday, October 31 at 1:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse. You will learn strategies to help you prevent some of the biggest mistakes retirees make. Avoid being taxed again on hard earned social security earnings, address risk in equity investing, protect your assets using long term funding strategies, and transfer assets to your heirs without incurring estate tax. All Concordians welcome. Refreshments will be served. Sign up with the Concierge.

Flu Shots
Wednesday, October 3 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Residents that have managed Medicare and commercial insurance must pay $25 for a flu shot. If Medicare is your primary insurance, you must present your card at the time of the flu clinic. We need to see your Medicare Card, Part B and Concordia ID. If you do not have it with you, you will be asked to go home and bring it back. For more information call the nurse’s office at 395-8270. If you’re homebound, you may receive a flu shot for an additional cost – please call the nurse. Numbers will be given out at 8:30 a.m.

Financial Seminars
UBS Educational Seminar Managing Wealth through Retirement and Beyond
UBS Financial Services will be at the Clubhouse Wednesday, October 3 at 1:30 p.m. Presenters will be David Jack, Senior VP, Jack Wealth, Management and Matthew Jack, Financial Advisor. Each of us has a vision of what we would like our lives to be and we also know that we may encounter changes and obstacles that keep us from getting there. A discussion on some of the many changes that are taking place and how to prepare for unexpected obstacles life brings. Refreshments will be served. Sign up with Concierge.

Watch Our Weight
An eight-week “Watch Our Weight” Class conducted by Marilyn Mix, volunteer instructor, will begin Thursday, November 1 in the Clubhouse. Men and women, do you have fifteen or more pounds to lose? Why not join our weight management class? It is a balanced and comprehensive program for weight reduction. It includes a food plan, an exercise program, and recipe suggestions, and integrates the Internet as an asset for achieving weight goals. As a group you will work together with support and words of wisdom and lose pounds together at weekly meetings. Class is open to 12-30 participants. A $5 refundable registration fee is required. The deadline for applying at the Concierge desk is October 21. The other class dates are November 8, 15, 29 and December 6, 13, 20, 27. The time is 4-5 p.m.

RBC Wealth Mgt. Yield Scarcity and the Case for Dividends
(Rescheduled From August) On Thursday, October 25 at 1:30 p.m. a very informative seminar will be held in the Clubhouse by Paul Lupo, CFP
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Important Notice
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Works of Art Displayed at Annual Festival
By Maxine Stern
This year’s Art Festival was a huge success as approximately 650 people attended the August exhibition to view the creative work of some 75 resident artists, who illustrated their talent. There were 190 pieces displayed in 19 different categories. The show this year was in honor of Seymour Siegel, founder of Concordia’s Art Festival. The former Trustee and resident brought the idea to our community 14 years ago. Donna Marie Gelesky, Clubhouse Director, with her staff coordinated the annual event. The Art Committee included: Harold Barr, Sylvia Brenner, Fred Cantor, Helen Cassell, Harvey Cohen, Norman Lee, Caroline Maisel, Arlette Rosenberg, Myra Silverman, Edie Shain, Maxine Stern and Charles Thalor. Raffle prizes were donated by Mr. Barr – stained glass and Mr. Thalor – a painting of the stained glass. The photo for the Cover was provided by Mr. Cantor. Caroline Maisel won the stained glass piece and Gerry Klein the painting. So mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 28, 2013 for next year’s exhibition, it’s never too soon to start your masterpiece! The participating artisans are: Harold Barr, Lee Berens, Audrey Bergen, Piedad Bernikow, Judith Black, Myrna Brother, Enrico Cannizzaro, Fred Cantor, Helen Cassell, Anne Chayut, Jain Chirayil, Adrienne Cohen, Harvey Cohen, Crochet Club, Cynthia Davis, Esther Drucker, Delois Dunham, Miki Eisinger, Leonard Epstein, Cecile Ferrazzano, Joyce Flaster, Thelma Fried, Betty Gall, Edwin Gall, Shirley Gimpel, Dorothy Glaser, Warner Goldsmith, Barbara Goodman and Dorothy Hamby. Also, Joseph Jacobson, Al Janover, Ann Kass, Bernd Katz, Marilyn Kenney, Diana Kirchoff, Maria Klinbovsky, Yvette Lederman, Henry Lehmann, Arlene Lesny, Bette Lipsky,

Seymour Siegel Caroline Maisel, Ruth Mendelson, Morton Miller, Barbara Millman, Estelle Model, Seymour Nussenbaum, Victor Obsatz, Millie Perlow, Judy Peterman, Seymour Peterman, Herbert Picker, Sylvia Portmann, Ernest Price, Fran Ratner, Jean Roberts, Janet Rogan, Miriam Rogers, Arlette Rosenberg, Victor Schnur, Elmer Schwartz, Hilda Shafarman, Howard Shain, Ermgard Sillins, Maxine Silverberg, Myra Silverman, Sandy Spector, Florey Stein, Laura Stenburg, Maxine Stern, Charles Thalor, Mark Turick, Sheldon Wish and Philip Zipser.

Members of the Art Festival Committee, from left, standing are: Fred Cantor, Caroline Maisel, Maxine Stern, Helen Cassell, Harold Barr, Norman Lee. Seated, Arlette Rosenberg, Donna Marie Gelesky, clubhouse director, Myra Silverman. Missing are Photo by Barbara Goodman Charles Thalor and Edie Shain.

The Chorale Entertains at “The Gardens”
By Jack Galin
On August 23, the Concordian Chorale presented a one-hour program of popular songs for the patients, visitors and staff of the Gardens Rehabilitation Center of Monroe. Led by Director David Schlossberg, a cast of thirty members of the Chorale provided some sunshine and pleasure for their audience. Much pleasure was derived seeing the patients sing along in the selection of popular and familiar songs. The program consisted of much of the Chorale Show presented several weeks earlier “Music of Lerner and Loewe, My Fair Lady and Her Friends,” which had been enthusiastically received by the Concordia audiences. Director Schlossberg acted as master of ceremonies, introducing each song, explaining its background and source, which show or movie. He was charming. In addition, he played several piano solos. President Red Rubenfeld, who arranged this outing, indicated that the Chorale may be available for organizations or charitable services with sufficient advance notice.

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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September Board Meeting: Business as Usual
By Bill Kulberg
The September 4 Open Board meeting lasted a bit over one half hour and was devoid of anything of a surprising nature. With all members present, Sid Stern delivered the financial report. The Capital Reserve Fund, as of July 31, stood at $4,811,639 a decrease since January 1 of $344,912. The Discretionary fund stood at $148,604, an increase of $4,675, while the Capital Improvement Fund stands at $50,022. There were 12 resales in July, bringing the total for the year to 64 The following motions were all presented and passed. • To accept the proposal from Planned Services to extend the current contract for the period June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2016 at the same rate as May 31, 2013. • To extend the contract with Landscape Maintenance for the period March 1, 2016 to December 31,2018. At our May meeting, this motion was tabled due to concerns of residents. In response to those concerns, the Association has added more supervisors for the landscape workers at no additional charge. Despite this, one resident came forward to complain that service has actually gotten worse. • To accept a proposal to mill and install 2 inch thick asphalt on John Paul Jones at a cost of $37,620. Funds to come from Capital Replacement. • To accept a proposal to mill and install 2 inch thick asphalt at the James Madison Carriage House at a cost of $16,230.50. Funds from Capital Replacement. • To accept a proposal to overlay existing roofs at 11 Ingram and 17 A&B Andrew Johnson at a cost of $13,475. Cost from Capital Reserve. This actually memorializes work that has already been done. • To accept a proposal from St. Peter’s University Hospital for Nursing Services for the period January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2015. Cost for 2013 will remain the same as 2012, while the two succeeding years will increase by 2% each. Sylvia Brenner, reporting on the Health Committee, announced the September Blood Drive and the October 3 Flu Shots. Pneumonia shots will also be given at this time – they’re given no sooner than every five years. The flu shots are covered by Medicare Part B. On October 9 there will be a Breast Care Awareness meeting at 1:30. Due to space considerations, only 50 people will be admitted. Sylvia went on to note that super markets are offering some generic drugs free of charge. She also reminded that AARP has a price check program where you can learn the cheapest pharmacies for many drugs. The phone number to call for this service is 800-242-5846. Bill Lefko was next, announcing that the Maintenance Committee had inspected 25% of residences. He also said that an audit had been completed by himself and Ira Winter of our maintenance procedures and the result was satisfactory. Bill also disclosed that our data bases had been backed up and that eventually, The Concordian would be accessible on the internet. Most importantly, Bill declared that the Golf Course paper work had been completed and it would not be long until that project is culminated. Ira Winter, as liaison to the Security Committee, reported that greater concentration is being placed on safe driving and walking. He also noted that speed limits must be observed and bike riders need to wear helmets. Al Blumenfeld reported that WCOC still needs people, particularly as editors, directors, and most importantly for camera work. Marvin Brother announced that New Year’s Eve would cost $55.50 per person, with the Board covering the cost for the DJ. Sylvia Brenner reported that the August Art Fest, which honored Seymour Siegel, was a spectacular success, the best we’ve ever had. Most people, yours truly included, concur. Sid Stern interjected that there would be a Budget meeting on November 12. With the mike open to the residents, Manny Silverman reported that he’d been to a meeting at Forsgate, where 350 – 400 people met, angry about recent tax raises. This is an ongoing matter with subsequent meetings scheduled. Roz Brodsky informed everyone that the National Council of Jewish Women, on October 8, would be conducting a voter registration drive in our clubhouse lobby. The hours are 2 – 4 and 6 – 8. Among other things, you must be a United States citizen, 18 years or older, with no felony convictions and a citizen of Middlesex County. Karen Teichman complained, as she had once before, that our lawn mowers are not properly sharpened, and the appearances of lawns are affected. She also thanked everyone who worked on the by-law committee. Frank Ponisi came forward to protest the fact that trucks, buses and at least one motorcyclist in particular, drive at excessive speeds on Concordia Circle. Sunny Raddock was next, complaining that something be done with toilet seats in the ladies’ rooms – she claimed they’re too low and it’s difficult getting up from them. She was told that the matter is already on the agenda to be addressed at the next executive board meeting. Paul Schulhoff next made the observation that the turnout for the meeting (less than 25 people) was pitiful and wondered why other activities can’t be closed down the evening of the meeting. Jack Cremen pointed out that you can’t force people to come to the meetings. We’ve never tried shutting down the card rooms and aren’t going to start now. Finally, Cecile Ferrazzano inquired as to the frequency of Monroe sending street cleaners into Concordia. She was told it’s once a year, probably at the end of April.
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By Jim Fiorello Question: What was your first job and how old were you?

Inquiring Photographer:

Marsha Krieg Benjamin Franklin Dr. My first job was with an insurance brokerage firm in NYC on 42nd St. I started out answering phones and some secretarial work. I worked there for about two years. By the time I left, I was rating home insurance policies. I was 16 at the time and loved going into the City.
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Jack Rozycki John Paul Jones Dr. My first job was in 1959 when I was 14. I sliced, priced, wrapped, and tagged cold cuts and put them out for sale at the Manville Foodtown. This was under the direction of my mother who also was employed at the Manville store. It must have been charity work, because I never saw a dime.

THE SOCIAL WHIRL
A Celebration of Special Days and Events
By Jean Goldberg October is a fun month with celebrations such as Columbus Day and Halloween. However, last Halloween presented us with a surprise snowstorm that most of us in Concordia will never forget. We enjoyed our wonderful Chorale in August and this month we have the Players with their production of “Singing in the Rain” for our enjoyment. Concordia is multi-talented. I hope everyone is taking advantage of the imaginative trips that Club Concordia has been offering. I went on their QVC TV Studios trip, where their 24 hour productions are broadcast. This was followed by a delicious lunch in an Italian restaurant in Pennsylvania. The chef came out to “kibbitz” with us and even shared some recipes. It was a fun day for 41 Concordians. For the following residents with birthdays and anniversaries this month, best wishes and happiness for you on these occasions. Happy Birthday Olive Agins .................. 10/28 Roberta Altman ........... 10/11 Edward Bernett............ 10/19 Stan Blechman ............ 10/17 Diana Bloch ................. 10/25 Estelle Brenner ............ 10/29 Seymour Brodman ...... 10/17 Adrienne Fein .............. 10/30 Miriam Fein .................... 10/8 Murray Gelman.............. 10/6 Pearl Goldfarb ............. 10/26 Florine Isaacs ................ 10/6 Herman Jacobs ............. 10/7 Joseph Jacobson ........ 10/11 Ann Kass ..................... 10/17 Fran Koppelman ............ 10/4 Milton Leebaw ............. 10/10 Lynn Leonard .............. 10/10 Norma Levitt .................. 10/1 Marianne Liebowitz ..... 10/19 Deborah Linden ........... 10/29 Marilyn Mix .................... 10/3 Lynn Murphy.................. 10/6 Bert Ozer ..................... 10/19 Fran Passer ................. 10/15 Arnold Reich ................ 10/19 Ed Ringel ....................... 10/3 Jeanette Rosales......... 10/12 Reba Rosenberg ......... 10/18 Phyllis Rubenfeld......... 10/19 Irwin Sandak .................. 10/4 Edith Shain ..................... 10/1 Robert Siegel ............... 10/30 Maxine Silverberg ........ 10/25 Nat Small........................ 10/8 Sandy Spector ............... 10/4 Evelyn Steckman ........... 10/5 Patrick Tedaldi ............. 10/19 Norma Vogel ................ 10/19 Annette Wagner ............. 10/6 Happy Anniversary Charlotte & Sol Cohon . 10/14 Daisy & Harry Frankenberg ..................................... 10/24 Audrey & Mac Friedman ..................................... 10/30 Edith & Hy Israel .......... 10/30 Janice & Len Karwatt ... 10/23 Sandra & Bill Miller....... 10/27 Renee & Milton Perlman ..................................... 10/15 Bea & Abby Saitzyk ..... 10/12 Welcome to the following new residents: Greg and Karin Weinstein, 134B Concordia Circle; Barry and Debbie Weiner, 5 James Polk Court, from Myra Wolis; Leonor Gonzalez Matias and Dora Gonzalez, 7A Andrew Johnson Drive, from Coleman; Audrey Aadland, 47 Yorkshire Drive, from Dorothy Gold; Robert Rittman, 123E Concordia Circle, from Carl Hirsh and Steven Hirsh; Benjamin Gorelick and Jason Medvin, 163B Concordia Circle, from Steve Sherman; Veronica Franko, 20A Dorchester Drive, from Zimmerman; Pamela Capobianco, 141B Concordia Circle, from estate of Perliss; Peggy Ann Neubig, 14A Daniel Webster Avenue, from Goldberg; Eric Fogel, 13 Bedfordshire Drive, from Dorothy Gatanio; Patricia Ciccone and Michael Fattore, 13A Ingram Drive, from Abramowitz; Xindi Chin and Liwa Peng, 9B Berkshire Drive; Mark and Francine Yasika, 1 Canterbury Drive, from Behrens Estate; Thomas Newbold, 17A Andrew Johnson Drive, from McGovern. Condolences To: Sonya Kleider, on the loss of her son, Dr. Myron (Mike) Moss. Condolences to the Families of: Anita Seiden, Eli Trisker, Jerry Weisbrot, James Puccio, Yvette Rolins and George Baum Personals Dearest Friends, How blessed I am to be gifted with friends such as you. Your cards, calls and gifts brightened long days in the hospital and rehab. I am so grateful that I live in this caring Concordia community. Your loving friend, Lillian Blatt Dear Friends, Thank you all for your cards, well wishes and visits. When people care, it makes healing so much easier. Thank you again. Glenda Mendelson It was due to your visits, phone calls, get well wishes and delicious food that I recuperated so quickly from my illness. Your constant caring kept my spirits high allowing me no time for a “pity party.” But what else would I expect from our loving, supportive friends who make our community as special as it is. Edie Shain

By Frances Greenblatt

It’s Flu Season Again Clinic Set for October 3

There is no sure way to make sure you won’t get the flu, but there are steps you can take to lower your risk. Flu shots are one way to lower that risk. The Health Care Advisory Committee, in conjunction with our nursing department from Saint Peter’s University Hospital, will set up a flu clinic Wednesday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Concordians wishing to receive the vaccine must bring their Medicare and Part B cards. Those not covered by Medicare must pay a fee of $25, in the form of a cashier’s check made out to St. Peter’s University Hospital Although the vaccine lowers your chances of getting the flu, if you should come down with flu symptoms, make sure you get plenty of rest, drink lots of fluids, cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, wash your hands often, and stay home. Always see your doctor if you feel worse.

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THE LIGHTER SIDE
By Bill Kulberg
George Washington Shlepped Here We printed this about seven years ago. Don’t know how many read it then, so we’re airing it out one more time. And let’s face it, we have a lot of folks here now who weren’t here then. Can’t deprive them of the pleasure. Upon moving to Concordia, I found you couldn’t travel far without seeing a sign saying you were either leaving or entering the Historic Township of Monroe. I never lived anywhere historic. I grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. From where we were, everything was uphill. Should’ve been Crown Depths. Next came Flushing. Why would they name any place Flushing? It’s a bathroom activity. Prior to Concordia was staid Old Bethpage, whose motto, “Friendly Community,” is really all they could say. One small shopping center - half the stores and the movie couldn’t make it. Next door is Bethpage, without “Old.” They don’t brag on their hospitality and their taxes are $2,000 a year less than the friendly place. It’s enough to make you antisocial. So what made us historic? I turned to the internet and found – not much. This area was a conduit for Washington and 8,000 troops en route to the Battle of Monmouth, June 28, 1778, close by the Freehold Raceway Shopping Center. British general Henry Clinton, with 12,000 troops, was on his way north to New York when our guys jumped him. It was the first major engagement between Yanks and Brits, proving us a force with which to be reckoned. It was also the largest land artillery battle of the war. But it was in Monmouth, not Monroe! It was basically a draw, with the bad guys sneaking off overnight. No Red Coats were gonna beat Yanks. Red Sox maybe, but not Coats. Had they done so, we might be driving on the left side of the road today. Those who don’t already, that is. So our place in history was that we were, according to the Monroe Township Historic Preservation Commission, an Historic Encampment on “The Road to Monmouth.” How great is that! This was to be the last Hope/Crosby “Road” movie, with Dorothy Lamour playing Molly Pitcher, but Dotty walked when they told her no sarong. And when they cut the patty cake scene with British soldiers, Bing and Bob opted out as well. I too had an encampment in the army. It wasn’t historic. They called it bivouac. George and the boys left Valley Forge after a tough winter, hoping to intercept Clinton. Progress was slow; being poor, we couldn’t afford Turnpike tolls. They got to Cranbury, June 26, stopping at Wawa, where many rested under the shade of the oak tree across the way. Even then, it had the wrong temperature. Next day, they moved further east where Washington spent the night at the John Anderson House, east of Perrineville Road on Route 614. South of there were troop encampments, while just off Union Valley Road, Mary Hays, aka Molly Pitcher, made her own historic encampment. Captain James Monroe and General Marquis de Lafayette (this guy had six first names) stayed at the storied, two story Joseph Story Farm, or so the story goes. This appears to be Route 522, north of Federal Road. Next morning, Lafayette wandered away and got lost (no jug handles in France), but Monroe found him and uttered the immortal phrase: “Lafayette, we are here!” Monroe went on to be president. Lafayette went back to France

Nurse’s Notes:
Stephanie Fitzsimmons Sexton, RN, APN
Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to fracture. Usually the bone loses density, which measures the amount of calcium and minerals in the bone. Osteoporosis is the most common type of bone disease. About half of all women over the age of 50 will have a fracture of the hip, wrist, or vertebra (bone of the spine) during their lifetime. Bone is living tissue. Existing bone is constantly being replaced by new bone. Osteoporosis occurs when the body fails to form enough new bone. Calcium is one of the important minerals needed for bones to form. If you do not get enough calcium and vitamin D, or your body does not absorb
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and simpler traffic patterns. Seven years after Monroe’s death, July 4, 1831, following lobbying by his kids, Marilyn and Vaughn, an area including Spotswood, Jamesburg, Helmetta, Cranbury and East Brunswick was designated Monroe Township. “Historic” came later. Two Continental armies moved on Monmouth, one headed by General Charles Lee, who held his troops back despite orders to the contrary, leading to his court martial. The other was led by Mad Anthony Wayne, our most aggressive officer. Heat and lack of water were responsible for many deaths, more among the Brits, who didn’t have Molly Pitcher. (Those little bottles everyone carries these days had not yet been invented.) But we did. So named for bringing water to our troops from the nearby shopping center, Molly returned from one trip to find her husband, John, mortally wounded. Taking up his musket, she fought in his place. They named a street in Concordia after her, which I questioned in an earlier piece. Wouldn’t you rather live on Mad Anthony Wayne Way? Or Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roche Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette Lane? How’d you like to see that on your address labels? Those were heroic times. If Clinton had come further west and been engaged on the Concordia Golf Course, we’d really have an historic township. Instead of the shopping center next door, it’d be “Monroe Battleground Park.” Think how far you’d have to travel to a super market. Think what a round of golf would cost on the Battleground Golf Course. Think what houses would cost if Clinton had veered just a little left. But he didn’t. Instead, Washington slept here and just about everywhere else. Finally, the signs say “Founded 1658.” Monroe was born in 1758. Do the math.

enough calcium from your diet, your bones may become brittle and more likely to fracture. Sometimes bone loss occurs without any cause. White women are more likely to have bone loss. Sometimes the tendency to have bone loss and thin bones is passed down through families. A drop in estrogen in women at the time of menopause and a drop in testosterone in men is a leading cause of bone loss. Other causes of bone loss include: being confined to a bed, certain medical conditions, and taking certain medications. Other risk factors include: absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) for long periods of time, family history of osteoporosis, drinking a large amount of alcohol, low
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At the Movies
By Mildred Goodwin
Autumn is definitely here and with this season of crisp weather and falling leaves is the return of movies that are intriguing, well acted and give us food for thought and conversation. Such a film is “Arbitrage” which stars two favorites who never let us down: Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon. Indeed, in my view, we do not see them often enough. Arbitrage has the flavor of a Madoff-like debacle. Robert Miller (Richard Gere) is a Manhattan investment “genius” who deals with super-millionaire clients, as well as less wealthy ones, not to mention universities, charitable institutions, houses of worship, etc. — all in the style of Bernie. Robert has lost half his investment fund’s reserves and is defrauding auditors so he can sell his business to a major financial institution. Not unlike Madoff, he is afraid of scandal because of the effect it would have on his family, especially his daughter, played by a most effective Brit Marling. She is his chief investment officer and, knowing nothing of the accounting manipulations of her father, stands to lose not only her position but any hope of ever getting another. Along with his financial problems, Robert’s mistress is feeling neglected and, not wanting to lose her, he plans a romantic, impromptu auto trip upstate, but the fates are against him: he wrecks the car and she is killed. To add extra fuel to the fire of his life, Robert is able to flee from the scene but only with the unwilling help of Jimmy Grant (Nate Parker), a black man and former employee’s son, outside of Miller’s usual

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wealthy circle. Jimmy is easily found by detectives assigned to the case. The lead detective finally gets him to locate Miller. At this point in the screenplay, the script touches lightly on issues of class and race. This is a high point in Richard Gere’s interpretation of Robert Miller, as a sociopath who can convince himself that he really cares about the people that he has cheated for so long. Susan Sarandon plays the role of Robert’s wife, Ellen. Unfortunately, the role does not give this fine actress the breadth that would exhibit her fine talent. It would seem that screenwriter Nicholas Jarecki could have added more content for this brilliant actress to display. “Arbitrage” is a movie that will certainly hold your interest. Along with the Wall Street atmosphere, it also has the suspense of a whodun-it and an excellent cast. This is only one of many more films that will keep us interested and entertained as we enter a new season. In the meantime, let us meet soon again At The Movies!

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October Free Movies
“War Horse” Sunday, October 21 126 min. - Not Rated 2 (CC) and 7 p.m. Director Stephen Spielberg’s epic World War I drama details the remarkable bond between a man and his loyal horse named Joey. The young man enlists in the service after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry; he follows the horse out of England and across Europe as the war rages on. Joey touches the lives of everyone he comes in contact with. Starring Emily Watson, Peter Mullan, Jeremy Irvine and David Thewlis. “Vow” Sunday, October 28 104 min. - PG-13 Rated 2 (CC) and 7 p.m. In this film a newlywed couple suffers a tragedy when their car is rear-ended by a pick-up truck. They both survive but the wife falls into a coma, having incurred major head injuries, and loses her memory totally. The situation forces the couple to adjust to married life as strangers. When she retreats to her family, unable to cope, he sets about trying to make her fall in love with him all, over again. Starring Jessica Lange, Sam Neill, Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum.
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The Bridge Connection
By Rosalie Slutsky, Master Teacher and Director, Licensed by ACBL and ABTA Famed teacher and author Eddie Kantar has written “Do not open the bidding with any hand that you would be ashamed to put down as dummy.” Yet so many people are taking chances with substandard openers or overcalls. Remember his words when tempted to bid! You’ll never regret it. Another one of his gems “Bridge is a game of fits and misfits. You can take that statement any way you like!” You have heard me say often “The best bid in bridge is “pass;” (remember the story of the little black book?) and “count tricks when preempting, not points.” How many tricks can you really take. Many times you will come to excellent contracts that way! Speaking of counting, when you are playing in a suit contract, count your losers. Then, try to figure a way to eliminate some or all of the losers. The following deal has two losers, but with careful planning you can make your contract!

North ♠Q86 ♥K9 ♦Q3 ♣AQJ983 West East ♠972 ♠T53 ♥J7654 ♥QT2 ♦K974 ♦652 ♣5 ♣K642 South ♠AKJ4 ♥A83 ♦AJT8 ♣T7 E S W N 1N 3C 6C You have two losers, the king of diamonds and the king of clubs. Plan your strategy. You don’t have to lose the diamond king if the spades break…you can discard it on the thirteenth spade! (The bidding may be different depending on the style you use, but you ultimately should end up in a six-club contract.) Happy Bridging, Everybody!

October Trivia
By Bill Kulberg
LAST MONTH – We noted that Burt Lancaster was a very fine, diverse actor. The question was to name the film in which he played an Indian whose persistent search for $100 was pretty much the central theme. He was, in fact an Indian sheriff in “Valdez is Coming.” Carl Adler, Roz Brodsky, Penny Kisciras, Jeanne Levitz and Janet Wood got it. SUPER DUPER – In an offshoot of a question asked seven years ago, I noted that the James boys, Garner and Coburn, appeared together in three films over the years. Last time I asked for the names of two of them (The Great Escape and Maverick) but this time I gave those names and asked for the third, which was The Americanization of Emily. Carl Adler, Tobi Bellovin, Roz Brodsky, Dennis Karp, Penny Kisciras, Jeanne Levitz and Janet Wood provided correct answers. THIS MONTH – [email protected] with trivia the subject, or 6552966. A great comic actor appeared as the title character in a film in which he had to remember that the flagon with the dragon had the brew that was true and the poison is in the chalice from the palace. We all know who the actor was. What was the film? EXTRA SUPER DUPER – This one’s truly a toughie.
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Name the British comic actor who’s played a variety of parts in numerous movies, including many of the Pink Panther films. In one of his non-Panther roles, he wound up killing Rambo. What’s his name?

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THE FORUM
Editorial
Second Amendment Follies
By Bill Kulberg, Associate Editor
About 220 years ago, James Madison and some of his friends passed The Bill Of Rights – 10 amendments to the Constitution. Further amendments were added to compensate for changing times and evolving circumstances. You know, like making Blacks 100%, rather than the 60% all those guys agreed they were at that time. When you consider most of them were slave owners, it’s easy to see why Blacks couldn’t have been considered their equals. But, hey, we changed all that with the 13th and 15th Amendments. And then we had the 19th, which made women full citizens as well. Sometimes, it just takes a while. So things do change. Our founders knew they would, though there was a limit to how much could be envisioned. Who could’ve imagined, back then, with Native Americans west of the Hudson trying to protect their land – they were there first, you’ll recall – and Redcoats on the other side attempting to deny our desire for independence, that someday, the militia mentioned in the Second Amendment might be able to fire dozens of rounds, from weapons other than muskets, in a couple of seconds. That amendment says: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Militia is generally defined as citizen soldiers – National Guard, I suspect, as opposed to a next door neighbor who’s never spent a day in any kind of military training. In 2008, our Supreme Court ruled the Second Amendment protects an individual’s right to possess a firearm unconnected to service in a militia, but for traditionally lawful purposes, such as self defense in the home. More recently, legislation has been stalled in Congress (what else is new?) for more than a year that would restrict purchasing “drum magazines” large enough to hold 100 rounds of ammunition and capable of firing 50 to 60 rounds per minute. And we all know how important it is to have a weapon handy that can fire 50 rounds a minute. Just in case we’re invaded. No matter. The National Rifle Association will tell you a crazy guy will find a way to get what he needs to perpetrate whatever it is he’s looking to do. Can’t argue with that. Rampage killers tend to be meticulous planners. They’ll surely find a way to get one of the millions of guns out there. Or they’ll use a bomb or something. So why violate the Second Amendment? For starters, why make it easy on them? But the fact is, Mr. Madison et al, never intended, through the amendment or anything else, for gun owners and hunters to collect excessively dangerous weapons for whatever reasons they believed they needed to. Somehow, the NRA, through effective influence with elected civil servants on both sides of the proverbial aisle, has translated it to suit their own purposes, which have nothing to do with defense against home intruders. Unless they’re attacking in force. When did that happen last? They’re also not happy with the term “assault weapon.” It’s prejudicial. We did, for ten years, have a Federal Assault Weapons Ban covering 19 different guns; automatic and semiautomatic, along with weapons built to accommodate bayonets, having a folding or telescopic sight, a grenade launcher, or detachable magazine and a variety of semiautomatic pistols. But that expired in 2004. Care to guess why it hasn’t been renewed? Bottom line is that in talking about assault weapons, or whatever designation you’re comfortable with, it requires some verbal acrobatics to connect them with Mr. Madison’s second amendment. On the other hand, it requires no major intelligence to deduce that our representatives’ primary concerns are re-election, with NRA support going a long way in satisfying them. Sorry, Mr. Madison.

All in Good Humor

By Ernie Price

Letters to the Editor
Are we a money pit? Regarding our tax situation I feel the information printed in the “Sentinel” Newspaper is accurate. For example, the figures of Old Bridge getting $5,000 per student and Monroe getting only $400 per student is shameful. So we get $2 ½ million from the State and Old Bridge gets $44 ½ million! I also believe that if our town does not have the money to spend, then don’t spend it; for example, the new high school $140 million; the new Senior Center, the new firehouse, etc., etc. I also believe if there’s no money and the politicians have to come back to the citizens (i.e. the new ATM machines) then our school budget should consist of a wage freeze. Manny Silverman Walk-the-Walk Dear Friends: On Sunday, October 28, we will once again Walk-theWalk in Central Park for the Kidney and Urology Foundation of America. Through this Walk we will raise awareness of kidney disease and the critical importance of the need for organ and tissue donation as well as treatment to cure, and assuring that everyone in need of a life saving organ or tissue transplant gets it without delay. We look forward to your support by mailing us a donation made payable to the Kidney and Urology Foundation and indicating on the lower left hand corner of your check, “Renee’s Team”, and mail it to us at: 14-B Daniel Webster Avenue, Monroe Township, NJ 08831. In previous years we were honored as one of the Super Stars Teams and we hope to be so honored once again. Thanks for your help. Love, Renee and Milt Gladstone

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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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suitable making the decisions to move here rather easy. Maybe it was the advantage of a large capital reserve; the amount of services provided at a reasonable maintenance fee; or the fact there has never been a special assessment that entered into your equation. It would be unfair or unjust for the decision makers and particularly any long-time residents (who have enjoyed all of the above) to stand in the way of both newcomers and fairly recent residents to have the same benefits you had for the past three decades. Your likes and dislikes may differ from your neighbors. However, keep in mind we are a diverse community and should consider each other. When voicing your opinion regarding what amenities should be eliminated or added, take into consideration that many homeowners would like to have the same pleasures of enjoying what previous residents have already had during their golden years. You know... the same bang for the bucks! Replacing the outdoor inground Jacuzzi; completing acquisition of the 142-acre golf course and celebration parties hopefully will remain in the agenda even if we must pay a minimal amount to cover the cost.

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WCOC: Retirement Is Only the Beginning
By Yvette Lederman
After retirement it’s natural for some to have mixed feelings about their new situation. They welcome the idea of having leisure time, but also fear they will no longer feel vital, productive, and needed. With no job, no children to raise, many turn retirement into a period of selfdiscovery. Can there be a better time to explore the infinite levels of your potential? If you have developed some special interest or skill since retirement, we would like you to join other guests on a program called That Was Then, This Is Now and share your story on WCOC. Please leave a note with the Concierge and we will contact you. Speaking of new interests, many Concordians have found their “show business persona” after joining WCOC. Not you? You’ve always been somewhat of an introvert? Well, get over it! When you join our television group, the layers of inhibition just fall away, revealing the more adventurous you. Check the attic (if you have one) and dig out those treasures that you would love to know the value of. On Janet Rogan’s Collector’s Corner experts Barry and Barbara suggest a dollar figure on those precious possessions. Call Janet Rogan or Adrienne Cohen and reserve your spot on the program. There would be no film without our videographers. They deserve more than honorable mention. Mark Turick, one of WCOC’s top videographers, also exemplifies the term “handy.” He can turn a sow’s ear into a silk purse! His work smacks of perfectionism whether he’s refinishing a piece of furniture, modifying a mic stand or adapting a piece of equipment for another use. If they had an Olympic event for it, he’d win gold. Irwin Bialer shines wherever he is: historically savvy, current events knowledgeable, trivia expert, film connoisseur and on and on. He is also one of our busiest videographers. What is especially noteworthy about Irwin is his gracious willingness to jump in and be of use wherever needed. Norman Briskman is a man of endless talent. A WCOC veteran and innovator whether behind the camera or at the computer editing film, he brings something very special to any task with his skill and imagination. Owen Tepper is a stickler for detail, while videographing or tackling any other task. He turns in a shoot that a film editor can appreciate. Owen is also “Mr. Nice Guy,” so supportive and helpful to other members. You’d find him high up on any likeability scale. Those world travelers Anatoly Dashevsky and his wife Sophia continue to dazzle us with those amazing videos of the outstanding sites in cities throughout the globe. Great job, Anatoly and Sophia! WCOC and Concordia thank you. Tune in to WCOC TV on Channel 3. We’re your television station.

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August 1 North-South Mike Richman-Corinne Edelbaum Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Helen Solomon-Len Solomon East-West Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Bernie Berger-Eugene Foladare Rebecca Holman-Susanne Weinstein August 3 North-South Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Helen Solomon-Leonard Solomon Sandy Koppell-Leo Koppell East-West Susanne Weinstein-John Lederer Rosalie Galernt-Barbara Berger-Evelyn Hornick-Irwin Hornick August 8 North-South Barbara Dranoff-Corinne Edelbaum Mike Richman-Howard Shain Millie Pitchon-Alice Rosenberg East-West Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Carol Korris-Mike Korris Barbara Berger-Rosalie Galernt August 10 North-South Dorothy Glaser-Phil Savage Ethel Lane-Jean Firkser Leo Koppell-Sandy Koppell East-West Rosalie Slutsky-Edith Rolnik John L ed erer- Susan ne Weinstein Bernie Berger-Bill Biega August 15 North-South
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John Lederer-Phil Savage Verena Voegele-Dorothy Glaser Helen Solomon-Len Solomon East-West Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen Carol Korris-Mike Korris Carol Cohen -Lewis Cohen August 17 North-South Rita Rosenberg-Ben Greenblatt Leo Koppell-Sandy Koppell Anita Pollack-Bernard Pollack East-West Morris Isaacs-Lou Katz Herb Ettinger-Roslyn Ettinger Lewis Cohen -Barry Taback August 22 North-South Rita Rosenberg-Barbara Dranoff Verena Voegele-Dorothy Glaser Anita Pollack-Bernard Pollack East-West Carol Cohen-Lewis Cohen Lillie Rubin-Bruce Friedman Rosalie Slutsky-Barbara Cohen August 24 North-South Tom Newton -Rebecca Holman Ben Greenblatt-Rita Rosenberg Leo Koppell-Sandy Koppell East-West Ruth Elblonk-Corinne Edelbaum Rosalie Slutsky-Edith Rolnik Bernie Berger-Bill Biega August 31 North-South Ethel Lane-Jean Firkser Barbara Dranoff-Ben Greenblatt Rita Rosenberg-Corrine Edel(Continued on page 12) OCTOBER 2012 — PAGE 11

Aromas from Your Kitchen
By Adrienne Fein
‘Trick or treat. Trick or treat. Give me something good to eat.’ Many times it is the tricks that you perform in the kitchen that create great treats. Here are some goodies for one and all. Pina Colada Yogurt 1 Serving 3/4 cup of nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 tsp. coconut extract

1/2 tsp. rum extract 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (drained) in own juice Place all ingredients in a blender; mix until all of the pineapple is crushed. Place in refrigerator and let flavors blend together for about 30 minutes. [Note: Great when served over a slice of pound

cake or angel food cake.] Nutrition: Calories 170; fat 0; carbs 23 g; sodium 80 mg; protein 19 g; fiber 1 g Apple-Pear Tart Serves 6 1 cup all- purpose flour 2 tsp. sugar Pinch of salt 6 Tblsp. sweet butter (unsalted), cut into pieces 2 tblsp. ice water 3 ripe pears (peeled and cored), cut into quarters 3 Granny Smith apples (peeled and cored), cut into quarters 1 tblsp. water 1 tblsp. lemon juice (fresh) Pinch of salt 1 tblsp. sweet butter (unsalted) 3/4 cup sugar In mixer, blend together flour, sugar, and salt until well blended. Add butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly. Wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours. Remove from refrigerator and roll out

dough on a very lightly floured surface until it is about 11 inches in diameter. Then place in 10 inch cake pan so sides come up about an inch. Bake in a 400 degree F oven and bake until golden brown or about 40 minutes. Toss pears, apples, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl. Heat butter in a 10 inch skillet over medium heat. Add sugar and water; bring to a boil. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the syrup is golden caramel color. Add apples and pears and continue cooking over medium heat until fruit is very tender, about 15 minutes. Place fruit pieces, alternating each kind into shell. Pour juice from pan over fruit. Serve at room temperature. Nutrition: (1/8 of tart): Calories 261; Fat 11 g; 220 mg sodium; carbs 44 g; fiber 4 g; protein 2 g

Tobi’s Tips
By Tobi A. Bellovin
A little of this and a little of that can be useful to others. Some hints from me to you are suggested by fellow Concordians. Thanks to Judy, Lynn, Leni, Bobbie and Barbara. • To prevent eyeglasses from fogging up when eating or drinking something hot or when coming in from the cold, you can rub a layer of soap on the lenses and then polish until clear. This serves as a waterproof shield. • If plastic containers retain odors, place in the freezer for several hours. Another suggestion is to place a lemon wedge into the container, put the lid on and leave for a day or two. It

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All About Books
Reviewed by Sylvia Sissman

A Novel of Monet by Stephanie Cowell
Stephanie Cowell recreates the tortured life of French Impressionist Claude Monet – describing the early years with his lover Camille Doncieux; and a group of struggling artists each embracing and sharing the difficult years such as Degas, Pissaro, Manet, Cezanne, etc. – all were friends. In the 19th century a young man named Claude Monet decided that he would rather endure a difficult life painting landscapes than take over his father’s nautical supply business. Against the will of the family he set off to create a new style of art repudiating the “Classical Realism” of that period. Though there was difficulty, he had the support and friendship of other artists who would be known as the “Impressionists.” But he met his life long love Camille – a beautiful upper class Parisian girl, who discarded her own safe life – to be at the side of a Bohemian painter. Camille, Monet’s passionate lover and mother of his two children, supported him through stormy and tumultuous times – encouraging his work. She suffered with him the indignities of destitution. This novel offers a fascinating look at 19th century Paris and the Bohemian lives of the “Impressionists” and their struggles to create a different way of viewing the world through a different mode of painting. Classical Realism was popular in the age of Monet and other renowned artists. These artists painted a different style, they did not portray it realistically – Impressionism. Camille’s emotional life was haunting. Monet left her for long periods of time to paint in the countryside. She was insecure, had many fantasies and sometimes did not distinguish truth from daydreams. She devotes her entire life to his gift as an artist and sublimates her desires to his needs. The band of brothers – Monet – Cezanne – Pissaro – Renoir, etc. share and share alike in times of despair, hardship and plenty. They support each other even when desperate times assail them, which enable them to continue to paint. Camille dies at a young age and yet years after her death, he painted her as other people in the same posture on a hill as he painted Camille years before. He was haunted by her presence. The gardens in Giverny were huge and were his place of refuge where he could paint. He painted flowers, and the water reflected the sky in his older years. Other artists have repeated one subject many times as Monet – Degas and his ballet girls, Corot – with water, trees and light. Cowell was masterful writing about Monet’s life and love – a vividly rendered portrait of “Impressionism” and of the artists at the center of the movement. You are swept up by the novel’s prose, which reveals the man and woman in the water lily paintings, the seascapes and landscapes. Cowell focuses on Monet’s obsession with Camille, the need to render her image on canvas – also his love of landscapes, light and color. His inability to turn to the practical and to endure life and hardships to sustain his vision of creativity brought forth a new era: “Impressionism.”

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Concordia to Host Voters Registration
The National Council of Jewish Women, in conjunction with the League of Women Voters, is sponsoring a voter registration drive here in Concordia. It will take place on Monday, October 8 in the lobby of the Clubhouse from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. You must be a citizen and a resident of Middlesex County, New Jersey to register at this event. Please bring your driver’s license or a form of identification with you (state ID or passport). Another site for the purpose of registering is at Oak Tree Elementary School on Saturday, October 6 during the Township Green Fair.

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duce soap buildup. Also good for your washing machine. • Safety Tip - Always disconnect electric appliances before cleaning them. • You can sterilize a dry sponge by placing in the microwave for 30 seconds. A wet sponge needs 60 seconds. • Pour one cup of baking soda into the toilet bowl overnight (or approximate same time period) to avoid clogging. • You can scrub grout with a bleach solution or by using a bleach pen. Any “tip” you find useful, I hope you will share with others. If you want to see one you didn’t get here in print, leave it for me in the Concordian envelope at the Concierge. Until next time…
(Note: Remember to heed all manufacturer safety warnings before cleaning household items and appliances. All advice is offered for informational purposes only. Use your own best discretion when following all household tips.)
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The Mayor’s Message
By Richard Pucci, Mayor Township of Monroe

Third Annual Green Fair
For the past two years the Township Environmental Commission and the Public Library worked together to turn the Oak Tree School on Applegarth Road into a showroom for environmentally friendly practices. Over the past two years, more than 3,500 residents have attended the fair and because of that success the Green Fair Committee was reassembled. On October 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the latest in solar energy, environmentally-safe cleaning products and much more will be on display and for sale. A prominent feature of the fair are tours of the Oak Tree School. The school was designed to LEEDS standards, has solar panels and natural light coming from 90 percent of the building through windows that are glazed with high -efficiency thermal Solarban glass. Also, a 50,000-gallon underground gray water system was installed under the school that is used to collect and filter storm water, so it can be used for the school’s toilet water. The Library will be hosting a room with environmentallythemed storytimes, puppet shows and games for kids. The Commission has always felt that it is important to spread the ‘green’ message to children, because they are our future, and can often bring about change within their families to help them live greener lives. The Green Fair will also feature the Boys and Girls Bike Exchange program, through which people can bring old bicycles, in any condition, to be exchanged for a receipt that can be used as a tax deduction. The bikes are then fixed up and sold at a low-cost to inner-city youth in Trenton. In addition, New Jersey Clean Energy will be on hand selling environmentally-friendly LED lighting products at discounted prices. Furthermore, the Township Department of Public Works is

bringing the Shredding Truck for document shredding and the Enviro-Mobile, its mobile environmentally friendly classroom. The Library Bookmobile will also be on hand, along with the (Environmental Commission discussing the progress it has made on its trails program), NJ Audubon Society, Middlesex County Transportation Department and much more. For more information about the fair call John Riggs, Chairman or Kathy Budge, Secretary of the Environmental Commission at (732) 5214400.

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body weight and smoking. There are no symptoms in the early stages of osteoporosis. Many times, people will have a fracture before learning they have the disease. There may be a loss of height (as much as 6 inches) over time. A stooped posture or kyphosis (also called a “Dowager’s hump”) may develop. Bone mineral density testing (most often with a DEXA scan) measures your bone density. Your health care provider uses this test to diagnose bone loss and osteoporosis, predict your risk of future born fractures, and see how well osteoporosis medicine is working. A spine or hip x-ray may show fracture or collapse of the spinal bones. However, simple x-rays of other bones are not very accurate in predicting whether you are likely to have osteoporosis. Treatment for osteoporosis may involve lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, taking calcium and vitamin D and using medications. Medications are used to strengthen bones when osteoporosis has been diagnosed by a bone density study, or a bone fracture has occurred.

Medicines used to treat osteoporosis include Bisphosphonates (the main drugs used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women) and estrogens, teriparatide, raloxifene, and calcitonin. Exercise plays a key role in preserving bone density in older adults. Some of the exercises recommended to reduce your chance of a fracture include weight-bearing exercises- walking, jogging, playing tennis, dancing, free weighs, weight machines, stretch bands, balance exercise – tai chi, yoga, rowing machines. Your body needs calcium and vitamin D to keep your bones strong. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium • Adults under age 50 should have 1,000 mg of calcium and 400 – 800 IU of vitamin D daily. • Women ages 51 to 70 should have 1,200 mg of calcium and 400 – 800 IU of vitamin D a day, men ages 51 to 70 need 1,000 mg of calcium and 400 to 800 IU of vitamin D a day. • Adults over age 70 should get 1,200 mg of calcium and 800 IU of vitamin D daily • Stop unhealthy habits: • Quit smoking, if you smoke. • Limit your alcohol intake. Too much alcohol can damage your bones, and put you at risk for falling and breaking a bone. This article was inspired by a wife who was shocked that her husband broke his hip at 84 years of age. That statement surprised me, but age creeps up on all of us so it is in your best interest to monitor your health and educate yourself. A man that I know in his early fifties just had a DEXA scan because there was concern over the medication he has taken for many years. He knew the medication placed him at risk and requested the DEXA scan. Good information is available at NOOA.org . Concordia Lecture Tuesday, October 9, 1:30 p.m. Topic: Breast Tea and Breast Lecture Speaker: Dr. Lisa Hopkins Please register with the Concierge. Refreshments will be served.
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Astronomy/ Science Club
By Mildred Goodwin
The Astronomy/Science Club invites all its members and friends to a most interesting meeting Thursday, October 18 in the Regency Room at 7:30 p m. The speaker will be Suzanne Staggs from Princeton University who was also our guest last October. Dr. Staggs is noted for her original and lasting contributions to experimental cosmology, in particular, the area of cosmic microwave background studies. For her outstanding research she received the Marie Goeppert Mayer Award, as well as international recognition. Dr. Staggs is a graduate of Rice University and received her

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doctorate in Physics from Princeton University. She is also a most engaging speaker who involves her audience. Did You Know…that some of the “snow” (a pattern of interference that looks like little white spots or streaks on the old black and white TV sets) is actually radio waves received from the microwave background radiation, a glow from the early universe in the aftermath of the Big Bang. When this radiation was actually discovered at the Bell Telephone Laboratories, many possible causes of the unexpected “noise” radio receiver were studied. Scientists even investigated pigeon droppings as a possible cause. We look forward to greeting members and interested Concordians on October 18, an evening for learning, conversation and delicious refreshments.

Brandeis
By Betty Rosenberg
A part of the Concordia Chapter of Brandeis National Committee known as the “Men of Brandeis” is planning a trip to the Roebling Museum (located in the historic village of Roebling, NJ near Bordentown). The museum presents the story of the engineering genius of John A. Roebling and the technological innovations and products that shaped the industrial world (e.g. the famous Roebling bridges). If this sounds like something you would like to explore and you can make it on Thursday, October 25, please call Joe Altman, 6550679, or Stan Teller, 8601316 for more details. You’ll be glad you did. The Licia AlbanesePuccini Foundation Concert will take place on Sunday, October 14, at the Rose Hall
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Out of A Dream,” “Be A Clown,” “Beautiful Girl,” “You Are My Lucky Star,” “Good Morning,” “You Were Meant For Me,” and many, many more. And then you add the accompanying love story intertwined with the Hollywood setting adding that little extra. We also have a great cast led by Seymour Peterman, Esther Drucker, and Abe Cohen. Our lead singers include Elaine Schaffer, Salvatore Babino, Esther Drucker and Linda Hoffman, with backup from the entire cast as needed. And our behind-the-scenes people have done a great job of getting everything ready. You can purchase your ticket (just $11) on the following dates: Tuesday, October 2 from 7-8:30 p.m., Thursday, October 4 from 1-2:30 p.m., Friday, October 5 from 1-2:30 p.m. and Thursday, October 11 from 7-8:30 p.m. The ticket sellers will be at the desk by the Art Room Lobby. Also, tickets are sold an hour before each performance begins.
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in the Time Warner Building in New York City. The bus will leave Concordia at 11 a.m., returns about 7 p.m. — concert time is 3 p.m. The cost will be $65 per member — for ticket and bus (nonmember $70). The cost includes a donation to “Sustaining the Mind Campaign.” Lunch will be on your own. For more information call Sydel Singer 860-9030 or Joe Altman 655-0679. On Thursday, October 18, at 1 p.m. in the Regency Room, Roger Feldman and Todd Rosenblatt from The Creative Financial Group of Wall Township will discuss: rumors and myths regarding the Affordable Healthcare Act and what affect it will have on Medicare; also discussed will be what papers/

documents must we save and for how long? A question and answer session on the issue; that are of concern to you will follow their presentation. There will be a cost of $5 (donation for “Sustaining the Mind”). Questions? Call Sandy Paris 860-7933 or Sharon Falkowitz 395-7179. Please bring donations for the Food Pantry to this meeting. Thank you. A special bus trip is planned to the new location, in Philadelphia, of the Barnes Art Museum on Friday, November 2. We will depart at 9 a.m. from Concordia; have lunch on our own from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the historical Reading Terminal Market. We will arrive at the museum at 12:30 p.m., explore until our lecture/selfguided tour begins at 1:30 p.m. and depart for home at

3:40 p.m., expecting to be home at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $60 per person (including a donation to Scientific Research — “Sustaining the Mind”). For additional information call: Leni Teaman 860-8343 or Penny Kisciras 395-8822.

Congregation Beit Shalom
We are in the middle of the holiday season. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur have passed by, but we now have Sukkoth, Shimini Atzeret and Simchat Torah coming. Please join us on Monday and Tuesday, October 1 and 2 for Sukkoth Services starting at 9 a.m., and have Kiddush in our beautiful Sukkah donated and decorated by Sisterhood. There will be Yizkor Services on Shimini Atzeret on Monday, October 8 starting at 8:30 a.m. with Yizkor approximately at 10:30 a.m. On Tuesday, October 9 starting at 9 a.m. we have our very special honors ceremony. This is a once a year ceremony and gives the highest honors to most deserving people. This year Cantor Perlman is being honored as Chattan Torah or Bridegroom of the Torah. Lillian Rich, our Sisterhood President and 2nd Vice President of the Shul, is being honored as Kallat Mafteret or Bride of the Torah. Norman Avrutin, our Membership Chairman, is being honored as Chattan Breshit or Bridegroom of Genesis. Shabbat Services are on Saturday, October 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 9 a.m. The Oneg Shabbat is Friday, October 12 at 7:30 p.m. Minyan Services are each morning at 8 a.m. but are changing as the days get shorter. Evening services for the Minyan will be at 6:30 p.m. until October 6, and then at 6 p.m. until October 25. Starting October 25 the Minyan will start at 5:30 p.m. Sisterhood will have their Paid-up Membership Meeting Monday, October 22 at 1 p.m. The speaker will be Ira Epstein. His topic will be “The Comedy of Aging.” Please pay your dues and let us know if you will be attending this event. The Card Party was wonderful and we thank all that attended. We were able to make a $300 donation to the Congregation’s Torah Fund as a result of the Card Party. The Education Committee has a film called “When Do We Eat” on October 3 at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome and a $2 donation is requested. This film is about a Mrs. Stuckman who is trying to prepare a meaningful Passover Seder for her family, but with all the family problems, there will be real surprises when you meet the guests for dinner. There will be a lecture Wednesday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. by Bennett Muraskin. His topic is “You Know More Yiddish Than You Think — How Yiddish
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Has Enriched American English.” A $2 donation is requested. Mr. Muraskin is a wonderful lecturer, has written 3 books, and writes for several magazines. The new chairs arrived in advance of the Jewish Holidays and they are not only beautiful, but very comfortable. How did 300 chairs get into the Synagogue — well we thank Maurice and Roberta Mahler, Laurence and Helen Schreck, Justin Lebowitz, Aaron Low, Jerry Eisenbruck, Stan Weinstein, Herb Picker, Paul Ebert, Lloyd Kahn and part of the Monroe Township Football team, the Manalapan Lacrosse Team and so many, many others that came to

assist us to unload, unwrap, and settle the chairs into their positions. We thank all that donated to the Chair Fund and dedicated chairs to family members in memory or in honor of their beloveds. We are still taking donations to help pay for the chairs and most of the dedicated plaques have been put on the backs of the chairs now. Our new Rabbi Dickstein was a great success on the High Holidays and was welcomed by all. The Synagogue is still collecting food for the poor which we give to Jewish Family and Vocational Service, Tefillin for the Ethiopian Jews of Israel, Toiletries for the Veterans in the local hospitals, and Tallism for the Hebrew Free Burial Society, as well as ink cartridges

which we recycle and helps pay for our paper costs. Our Annual Israeli Bond Luncheon will be Sunday, October 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. The cost will be $20 per person for a beautiful luncheon with wraps, salads, bagels, desserts and coffee. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Mitchell Bard, the Executive Director of the nonprofit American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise (AICE) and one of the leading authorities on U.S. Middle East policy. He has appeared on BBC, Fox News, al-Jazeera, NBC, CBC, the Jenny Jones Show, and other local and national television and radio outlets. The Israel Bonds Committee is honoring Congregation Beit Shalom for the work we have done in past years for Israel. Special tribute will be given to Floyd and Frances Langner for their constant works on behalf of Israel. Please call the Synagogue at 609-395-1952 for more information or send your reservation with check and choice of friends and neighbors to be seated with.

The Asset Called “Chorale”
By Jack Galin
When one writes a monthly column about a specific activity over a long period of time, your thoughts fall into a pattern. I have been writing about the Chorale for over four years now and I realize the pattern is 1. We plan a project. 2. We work on that project 3. We perform that project and, finally, 4. We report on that project. There’s nothing really wrong with this; life has a way of repeating itself. However, there are many people involved in bringing these projects to fruition and they deserve recognition. First and primary is David Schlossberg, our Director. David has been leading the Chorale for three years now and his presence has elevated the quality and selection of our programs. Presentations including Broadway musicals, the works of George Gershwin and Lerner and Loewe would not have been attempted or accomplished without the expertise and piano magic of David. Behind David is Chorale President Morris (Red) Rubenfeld. Red has been president of the Chorale as long as memory serves. There is no doubt that he is the strength and core of our group. He is an example of superb leadership; both in on -stage performance and back -lot support. Another major contributor has been Jerry Grossfield, our “artist in residence.” Jerry has been providing our lobby signs and any necessary art work with the sense of a true artist. He brings life to a simple piece of cardboard. Within the Chorale, Ada Sperling, our Financial Secretary and Sybil Grossman, our Treasurer, have main(Continued on page 19) OCTOBER 2012 — PAGE 18

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Esther Drucker and Seymour Peterman high-stepping during the Players rehearsal for “Singin’ in the Rain.”
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kins. Another direction can point us to Beer Gardens where one can dance and sing tunes relating to “Octoberfest.” Then there’s the direction that points us to the party stores where one can pick their favorite costume to wear to a neighbor and/or family Halloween Party. We have the direction leading to the precious look one sees in all their grandchildren’s eyes (as well as other friends’ and/or family members’ children) when the children catch sight of themselves or others dressed up in funny costumes. October fun is there for the picking. Christopher Columbus knew a good thing when he discovered our wonderful country. A good way for

members of our Christian Fellowship Organization to discover a fun-fueled evening would be to attend the annual Columbus DayItalian Night Celebration. Join us for dinner and entertainment on October 17 at 7 p.m. You won’t want to drop the ball and miss great food by Sir Ives Catering and dancing to grand music by Bittersweet. So, come out and roll to the sounds of laughter with all your Christian Fellowship members and friends. The Christian Fellowship is right on target when they continually turn their direction toward those in need with their donations to the many various charities. One such charity is our local Monroe Township Food Pantry. Do-

nations come in the form of food and money from both individuals and organizations, such as ours. The Christian Fellowship has also started inviting their members to partake in this worthwhile program by offering them the opportunity to bring a food donation at each month’s general meeting. These donations will go directly to the Food Pantry. They ask that these donations do not contain any outdated food and/or glass containers. Whatever we give will be certainly appreciated, not to mention, the feeling of pride we experience whenever we reach out to others. For details on any of our activities and/or future event dates, please refer to our
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tained our finances for lo, these many years with grace and integrity. Sybil has also offered to assist Director Schlossberg this year. Vice President Esther Drucker has been a lady for all seasons; performing, proofreading and stapling columns, articles, programs and flyers; providing leadership in programs and planning! Soprano Elaine Schaffer has provided excellent vocal suggestions, criticisms and positive directions. This year Marion Gennity, a relative newcomer to the Chorale, took charge and did a superb job of directing ticket sales, assisted by many of her female compatriots. This year’s program honored Molly Nadel, a founding “Mother of the Chorale” over 20 years ago. Sharing that

distinction, “Founding Mother” is Evelyn Cohen, possibly our longest-in-time member who is also chairlady of our phone squad. We really have a wonderful organization and membership. Without the above mentions and all the members, we could not be what we have become. An asset to Concordia!

Christian Fellowship of Concordia
By Ann Adams
Now that the Fall Season is upon us, let us take the ball and roll with it. This is the season that reminds us of the fun we can have if we bounce the ball into all the right directions. One direction can point to farms where we can spend a beautiful autumn day picking Mum plants, apples and/or pump-

Relaxing before the start of the Christian Fellowship Golf Outing, from left, are Joe Rugilio, Mort Perlman, Ron Greco, Photo by Ernie Price Irving Wilcox and Marvin Brother.

Calling the races for the Christian Fellowship Club’s “Night at the Races,” from left, are Pat and Marilyn Finneran and Joe Photo by Ernie Price Rugilio, club president.
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newsletter. We look forward to bouncing the ball with our Christian Fellowship family at all our events. More importantly, we hope that everyone’s crystal ball projects an autumn filled with warmth, peace, good health and great happiness. As we watch the ball go into the direction we choose, may we always roll with the punches and enjoy the path we take.

Computer Club
By Len Solomon
The next Computer Club meeting will be Thursday, October 25 in the Regency Room at 7:30 p.m. As of now, the specific program for that meeting has not been established. However, 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 schedule 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 Channel 3 every month. Now here’s the website of the month: WeChooseTheMoon.org” was designed to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of The Apollo 11 Lunar landing by developing an interactive recreation of the event, The site uses Flash to mesh archival video, audio, and pho-

Recently, the Computer Club held a successful luncheon. Among the members attending, clockwise, are Bob and Marilyn Enem, Gerry Gellman, Marilyn Miller, Rosalie Slutsky, chairperson, Marvin and Tony Brickner and Fran Greennlatt.
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tos into an experience that will make you feel as if you too had walked on the moon that day. Try it. We think you’ll like it 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 with the Concierge.

Deborah Hospital
By Sunny Leebaw
The spring issue of the magazine “Inside Deborah” stresses the hospital’s passion for excellence and says it helped make Deborah’s drive for medical distinction possible. The hospital has become known for historic firsts in breakthrough procedures and technologies. One milestone was its rise from a TB sanatorium, when streptomycin was developed in the late 1940s, to one of the nation’s first cardiac centers. The early life-saving advances in cardiac surgery began in 1950 with Dr. Charles Bailey and were followed by: • the first heart catheterization in 1959; • the first pacemaker implant in 1961; • the first nuclear stress test in 1977; • the first balloon angioplasty in 1980; • the first human valve transplant in 1986. Deborah has won nearly every major medical state and federal quality recognition award and achievement. The Doctor’s Traveling Band will entertain at our October 16 general meeting. They are superb musicians and comedians. Join our Atlantic City bus trip on Wednesday, October 3.

860-2852 without delay. Associates are invited. Shake-a-Can The Shake-A-Can Campaign for Cancer Research for the year 2012 will soon come to a close. We are hoping to meet our goal and perhaps surpass it. Please know that we still need volunteers. We have some empty slots that need to be covered at Stop&Shop Sunday, October 28 and Sunday, November 18. Please be good enough to call Anita B. at 395-7535 and let her know you are available. Annual Buffet and Card Party Annual Gala Dairy Buffet Breakfast and Card Party will take place Thursday, November 15, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Forsgate Country Club. It is time to organize your games and let either Anita P. (at 860-1609) or Anita B. (at 395-7535) know that your group will attend. A fabulous buffet is served and the price is $25 per person .This always is a most pleasurable afternoon. Please note: General meetings for the months of November, December (2012) and March and April (2013) will take place in the afternoons.

Jewish War Veterans Post 609
By Bernie Passer
Our planned guest speakers for the next two General JWV meetings will be as follows: Sunday, October 7: Frank Guadrino, Office of the Chief of Staff, US Department of Veteran Affairs, VA New Jersey Health Care System. He will provide us with the latest information on matters of importance to us. Sunday, November 4: Sgt. Major Len Mayersohn (retired), Director, NJ National Guard Readiness Council. He will discuss the activities of this important body which among other things assists families in need of deployed Guardsmen. He is new on the job having replaced Linda Reith, wife of retired General Reith. You may recall that the Council remains one of our major fund recipients. These General Membership meetings will be held in the Concordian Party Room.
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Hadassah
By Anita Pollack
Monroe Township Chapter of Hadassah will celebrate Membership Appreciation Day Thursday afternoon, October 11, 11:30 a.m. at Ciro’s Restaurant, Jamesburg. The price is $12.50 and one must be a paid-up member to attend. We hope to enjoy a delicious and unusual lunch, each other’s company, and a short business meeting to follow. If you plan to attend and have not yet made your reservation, please call Anita B. at 395-7535 or Barbara at
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The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. with the call to order at 10 a.m. All veterans, spouses and prospective regular and patron eligible members are welcome. As in the past, we will have our usual breakfast of bagels, spreads, cake and coffee. We are repeating the “new dues policy” information announcement which has resulted, so far in an increase in both veteran and patron memberships. Important Announcement Our general membership has approved a new dues policy for all new veteran and new patron members to cover the 2012/2013 fiscal year period. The fee will be $10 in lieu of the regular fee of $40. The policy is in concert with the goal of the new State Commander Col. Nathan Mellitz to increase membership by at least ten percent statewide. Hopefully, it will enable us to attain new personnel and enhance our ability to improve our infra structure, ultimately doing more for our veterans and active military personnel. We’ve recently inducted new Patrons who have been extremely active in Post 609, one of whom serves on our Board. For those not familiar with Patron membership, it covers male and female nonveterans and Jewish and non -Jewish individuals. We serve all veterans and active military personnel regardless of race, gender or religious preference. Please contact Charlie Koppelman, Membership Chairman at 655-3111 or Woody Schlackman, Quartermaster at 655-4792 for further information and application forms on this new member one year initiative. For Post members please leave your dues check at the Concierge desk or send it to Woody Schlackman at 3A John Adams Court, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 Stay well

cover the annual well women visit, cervical testing for cancer, and screening and counseling for domestic violence. It is time to be considering going to the ballet. Although the dates and cost are not confirmed, we are anxious to know who is interesting in joining the group. Contact Sylvia Aidikoff (655-5108) or Phyllis Rubenfeld (860-1165) for more information. Voter Registration for everyone will be held in the Concordia lobby on October 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. This will be done by our members in conjunction with the League of Women Voters. This is especially important to those residents who have moved here since the last national/state election. Please bring your driver registration or your official state ID card with you to register. Please remember to bring a donation of boxed or canned food or paper goods to help a local family in need. Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we will be looking for additional food for the holiday to help those

township residents that are not as fortunate as we are to be able to set our table with food everyday. ‘Happening’ cards are available from Pearl (6557511) or Lorraine (3950235).

ORT America
By Anne Getter
As we enter this beautiful season of changing colors and cooler weather, we will enjoy these upcoming events that ORT is offering. Our Membership Tea is on Tuesday, October 2, 7:30 p.m. at the home of Sandy Diamond. This is by invitation only. If you haven’t joined ORT yet, please come and join us to learn about the wonderful “World of ORT America.” And enjoy some great refreshments. Please call Sandy Diamond at (609) 409 - 9955 or Marsha Sklar at (609) 619- 3970 to make a reservation. We are in the process of finalizing plans for our Holiday Party. This will, again be a lot of fun with great food.

We will let you know the date, etc. well in advance so you can make your plans to join us. ORT was founded on the principle that the benefits of an education last a lifetime and ensure a better future. ORT stands for “Organization for Rehabilitation through Training.” Three million students have graduated from ORT schools and programs since 1880; 270,000 students are enrolled in ORT programs annually; 800 ORT schools and programs are in operation worldwide; 120 different fields of study are available in the ORT curriculum. Dues are only $36 a year. To join this worthwhile organization, make out a check addressed to ORT America, place it in an envelope addressed to ORT and give it to the Concierge. Your contribution will he added to the others to help ORT schools and programs in 50 countries around the world. ORT Concordia offers a variety of tribute cards to members and their families.

Please call Esther Berk at (609) 395-8238 to send an ORT card for any occasion and leave the check and request in an envelope marked ORT - Attn: Esther Berk to the Concierge to be placed in the ORT envelope.

Rock n Rollers
By Sandi Greenspan and Barbara Lauster
It’s that time of year again to start thinking about your costumes for our annual Halloween Party Saturday, October 27. Last year we had a great show of costumes worn by people who were unrecognizable. Great music, great dinner and a night of fun, dancing and lots of laughs with our Concordia family is what we have to look forward to this month. Be sure to note the change this month....Saturday night, October 27. We are no longer delivering flyers to your mailbox. Flyers will be on the table at our parties and in the back of the Clubhouse at all times.
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National Council of Jewish Women
By Adrienne Fein
Come one....come all! Join or renew your membership and attend our special paidup membership meeting on Tuesday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regency Room. The evening will feature the Syncopation Dance Troupe. Refreshments will be served. Your membership helps the many activities that NCJW is a part of, such as protecting women, children and families by supporting programs in the US and abroad, and by launching grassroots and national efforts. Our membership has lobbied across the country for the Affordable Health Care Act and as of August 1 a provision has taken effect that requires all new health insurance plans to cover a range of women’s health preventive health services without co-pay or out of pocket expenses. The insurance will
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THE SPORTING LIFE
Olympic Medal Winners Recognized
Burton Sills and Leonard Solomon, co-directors of the Senior Condo Olympics extended congratulations to all who participated in the 2012 events. Concordia’s teams won medals in three events Ladies Tennis, Shuffleboard and Basketball. They are: Basketball: Manny Silverman, Captain; Ernie Price, Mort Perlman, Charles Petretti, Carmine Russo. Bocce: Billy Grebbin, Captain, Kathleen Arnone, Patrick Finneran, Marilyn Finneran, Roland Deschaine, Carmela Nicholson, Elaine Lynch, Manny Silverman, Ernie Price, Mike Biondo, Sylvia Portman. Sal Babino, Herb Picker, Dick Edelson, John Aldana, Tony D’Ausilio, Barbara Price, Karen Teichman, Milt Seifert, Ralph Zimmer, Phil Zipser. 8-ball: Manny Silverman, Captain, Jerry Stybel, Joe Corey, Jon Windholz, Art Radozycki, Nat Small, Lou Heisler. 9-ball: Manny Silverman, Captain, Art Radozycki, Jerry Stybel, Lou Heisler Straight Pool: Manny Silverman, Captain, Art Radozyoki, Lou Heisler. Men’s Golf: Howard Appelson, Captain, Bob Norman, Fred Steiger, Blair Williams, John Tancredi, John Graber, Gene McDonald. Ladies Tennis: Miriam Montero, Captain, Barbara Cammeyer, Harriet Brown, Renee Gladstone. Mixed Doubles Tennis: Miriam Montero/Burton Sills, Co-Captains, Allen Mischel, Barbara Cammeyer, Red Rubenfeld, Arlene Rosen. Men’s Tennis: Burton Sills, Captain, Marty Fried, George Ratner, Red Rubenfeld, Len Goldsmith, Allen Mischel. Shuffleboard: Stanley Hamel, Captain, Harvey Cohen, Herb Picker, Lou Heisler, Jerry Lory, Kathleen Arnone, Harry Frankenberg, Joe Feureisen, Bert Mertzel, Max Mandis, Charley Ciraulo, Harold Goldstein, Dick Edelson.

Ladies 18 Hole Golf
By Audrey Graber
All 9 and 18 Hole Ladies and their guests seemed to enjoy our charity fund raiser for P.I.N.K. for cancer research. The weather, food, companionship and golf game went extremely well. Winners for the 18 Holers were: Sue Miller, Barbara Levinson, and Aggie Faber. Closest to the line and closest to the pin was Sue Miller. Our Championship games, best two out of three, were held August 9, 16, and 23. The Championship Round 1- Low Net winners on August 9 were: A-B - Edith Rolnik.............. 71 C - Audrey Graber............. 79 Iris Gittleman ..................... 86 Millie Perlow ...................... 87 The Championship Round 2- Low Net winners on August 16 were: A-B Jean Catanese .......... 65 C Iris Gittleman ................. 73 The Club Championship Winners were: A - Jean Catanese B - Suzanne Hochberg Edith Rolnik - Runner Up C - Iris Gittleman Audrey Graber - Runner Up Our final August Tournament was played on August 30. It was One Best Ball of the Team. The winners were: Jean Catanese, Phyllis Cohen and Barbara Levinson. We are now looking forward to September. We hope the 90 degree temperatures have left, and more comfortable playing conditions will arrive.

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Remember to bring your check to the party and put in with the Concierge that evening. It would be very helpful if you put all checks for your whole table in one envelope. If you cannot attend a party, be sure to get your flyer in back of the Clubhouse and get your check in a/s/a/p. We hate to say no to anyone, but our events get sold out quickly. Parties are for members only, so if you

haven’t paid your annual dues, please do it now so you don’t miss any events from now to September 13. Best bargain in town for fifteen bucks! Where can you be assured of a great evening 11 times a year for $1.36 per party? Membership apps are also in back of Clubhouse. Mark your calendar for our gala holiday party, Saturday, December 15. This will be one spectacular event that you won’t want to miss. Elegant dinner, fabulous enter-

tainment and an opportunity to celebrate the holidays and welcome 2013.

Concordia Seniors
By Stan Hamel
The next meeting of the Concordia Seniors will be held Friday, October 5. On Friday, November 2, we are having our annual Holiday Party. We are serving corned beef, pastrami, turkey and roast beef sandwiches with all the trimmings plus coffee, tea and dessert. There will be a DJ for dancing and entertainment. The cost is $15 per member. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Call Eileen Weil 395-8550 for reservations. For sandwich choice please put it on your check along with your phone number. Our last meeting of the year will be Friday, December 7.

Singles
By Jean Goldberg
The Singles look forward to seeing both present and prospective members at the next meeting, Sunday, October 21 at 2 p.m. Entertainment and refreshments await you. Plans for the coming season will be outlined. Annual dues of $25 are now due, so please leave a check in an envelope at the Concierge’s desk or bring it with you to the meeting. The checks should be made out to Singles Of Concordia. If you wish further information, please call Millie Safar, at 860 0704.
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Men’s Golf Association
By Howard Appelson
Here they are the winners of the 2012 C.M.G.A. Club Championship: Flight A: Winner, Vin Berry; Runner-up, Tony Raimo Flight B: Winner, Steve Pollack; Runner-up, Abe Cohen Flight C: Winner, Stacy Goodman; Runner-up, Sid Krumholz. August 15 — Individual Tournament During Club Championship Finals Low Gross: Tony Zannata Low Net: Blair Williams August 22 — Blind Partners — Two-Man Team Tournament Flight A: Bob Norman and Tony Zannata Flight B: Bob Piznar and Allan Waldor Flight C: Don Corson and Sid Krumholz. August 29 — Blind NineHoles Tournament Flight A: 1st Bob Norman; nd 2 Howie Appelson Flight B: 1st Clarence McMerty; 2nd Bob Piznar Flight C: 1st Stacy Goodman; 2nd Gerry Portnoy The October schedule, alas, is pretty short. Our Closing Day Scramble with breakfast and lunch is planned for October 3. Please don’t let it rain. Optional post-season individual play is on the schedule for October 10, 17 and 24. No prizes will be awarded, so “legal” wagering is suggested to make it more interesting. If our members are still in New Jersey on October 31, we would like to run a Halloween Tournament, costumes are optional as long as they meet our dress code. Members of our club played in the Christian Fellowship Club of Concordia golf outing on August 13, and I am happy to report that several senior citizens had a decidedly dazzling day (note the alliteration if it wasn’t obvious). The team of Howie Appelson, Pat Finneran, Paul Sundermann and John Tancredi shot a gross 67 in the scramble, including Paul Sundermann’s 50 yard fairway shot for an eagle on hole 2. In addition, John Graber closed his eyes and managed to be the “closest to the line” of all of the players — resident and non-resident. If you missed the fun, plan to sign up next year. More Excuses That You Can Tell When You Have Played A Bad Shot 1. I forgot my umbrella in the car. Now my sunglasses are foggy. 2. I get nervous shooting last all the time. 3. I gripped the clubs too far down and topped the ball. 4. I had a blind shot, but the ball went where I hit it. I just didn’t see the pond. 5. I had my knees bent too far and I got way under the ball. 6. I had the club face opened too much in the bunker. 7. I had to lay up; I was just using the 3 wood for the heck of it. 8. I hate these soft spikes. I keep slipping. 9. I have a tear in my golf glove. 10. I have tennis elbow. What the hell is tennis elbow anyway? 11. I have to go to the

bathroom, and I can’t concentrate when I have to go #2. 12. I just choked. Again... 13. I just don’t have any rhythm today; I need to listen to some music. 14. I just don’t know what the hell I’m doing wrong. 15. I just don’t play well in the sun, rain, clouds, snow or sleet - I lose my focus. 16. I just keep pushing the ball. I don’t know what the hell is wrong. 17. I left my pitching wedge in the lake over there. 18. I left my watch on and it throws off my balance. 19. I lifted the tip of the putter too high off the ground. 20. I made it over the lake last time. It must be the humidity. 21. I moved my body too far on impact and sliced it into the fairway but it rolled into the woods. 22. I must need new glasses. 23. I never follow through when trying to get out of a bunker. 24. I fluffed the shot. No excuse for that.

9 Holers Women Golf League
By Harriet Brandwein
Success Again With the 18 Holers Women golf group, the 9 Holers hosted the charity event ‘Play for P.I.N.K.’ Fifty-two generous women attended raising over $2,000. The winners of that tournament were D. Linder, S. Diamond, M. Hochberg, A. Steinberg The 18 Holers’ winners were S. Miller, B. Levinson, A. Faber. We ate well at our barbeque and more important, once again we were all together. I’ll repeat myself, since we are so proud of our first place team who won in the InterCommunity Tournament: Nancy Diaz, Elinor Masser, Debbie Linden, Mary Hochberg and Emma Johnson. The July 10 Tournament winners were B. Borgeson, T. Dowling and E. Johnson. And we always end with our anxious anticipation of our year end luncheon October 9. Make sure to get there. It’s a ‘not to be missed’ event.

Some of the Ladies 9-Holers golfers, after a round on the links, enjoy a moment of relaxation in the Café. They are, from left, Arlene Hirsch, Bobbie Lorell, Emma Johnson, Hannah Piskin and Renee Perlman. Photo by Barbara Goodman
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Bowling News

Women’s High Game and High Series
Concordia Nite Owls Tuesday Night For the Month of August Week of August 7 - High Game, Norma Levitt 190; High Series, Norma Levitt 444 Week of August 14 - High Game, Norma Levitt 173; High Series Norma Levitt 522 Week of August 21 - High Game, Ellen Anderson 178; High Series, Ellen Anderson 462 Week of August 28 - High Game, Barbara Price 211; High Series, Barbara Price 499 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of August 6 - High Game, Myra Horowitz 162; High Series, Flo Weinstein 430 Week of August 13 - High Game, Carolyn Gottlieb 162; High Series, Carolyn Gottlieb 472

Bowling Champs: The 1st place team in the Concordia Nite Owls summer league, from left are Al Leal, Mary Jacobs, Photo by Ernie Price Edwin Sperber and Brian Sherwood. Week of August 20 - High Game, Adele Kelsey 159; High Series, Adele Kelsey 443 Week of August 27 - High Game, Flo Weinstein 158, High Series, Sharon Falkowitz 424 Men’s High Game And High Series Concordia Nite Owls Tuesday Night For the Month of August Week of August 7 - High Game, Ron Anderson 220; High Series, Paul Parren 554 Week of August 14 - High Game, Paul Parren 230; High Series, Paul Parren 609 Week of August 21 - High Game, Irv Willcox 216; High Series, Irv Willcox 554 Week of August 28 - High Game, Pat Finneran 197; High Series, Gene Rogowitz 494 Concordia Seniors Monday Morning Week of August 6 - High Game, George Feldman 209; High Series, Herman Vinnet 547 Week of August 13 - High Game, Bob Lombardi 223; High Series, Bob Lombardi 483 Week of August 20 - High Game, Harold Barr 214; High Series, Harold Barr 550 Week of August 27 - High Game, George Feldman 215; High Series, Harold Barr 555

Poetry Corner
Sonnet to My Artificial Rose
By Paul Brauth
Don’t look so downcast, my artificial rose. Even though you aren’t real at all For to me you are far prettier than those Who blossom in the spring to fade in the fall You are so friendly to me when I’m alone, And I thrill to watch your every pose: You always make every place appear like home, For you are my artificial rose. Let other people say what they wish to say, Let them cherish all their hidden zests; But nought of theirs can console me any way, Be it orchids or some violets; Therefore, dear rose, may you live eternally And remain my artificial rose.

Concordia is the place to be
By Barbara Beck Goodman
Concordia is the place to be. Treats us all like family. Lots to do, organizations, clubs and activities to join... Free lessons: Sings, Dance, Art, Write, Paint, Exercise and Sports worth much coin. Why, if it were meat it would be Sirloin! Glad I moved here, bought my Home With friends like family feel never alone. Concordia is the place to be in... This mature community that sets one free…a win. Now I do whatever I choose or already chose: Swim, Golf, Tennis, Party, Education, Movies and Shows. Nurses office conveniently here and available. Congenial staff sets the tone. All very communicable. Living here fulfills a longtime dream of being at ‘Home.’ Makes me able. I’m in the right place. It’s a Grace that I Aced! Living in Concordia

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

when to stop
By Charles J. Petretti
sensible is what each must be considerate can be a good partner understanding what direction is sought humble can be present, reside in our midst cautious each, all shall consider venture gently, dwelling in and out believing is meant for each, all here that simple thought to stop when...

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The Klutz
By Sid Kallner
“Fast, easy assembly.” That’s how it read - in bold lettering - right on the box. I never considered myself to be one of those handy guys who are often described as having, “ golden hands.” But nevertheless, my son was ready for his first twowheeler with training wheels, and so I made the purchase with high hopes of getting it done and presenting it to him on his birthday the next morning. It was a sunny spring day when I opened the box that contained all the essentials and began taking the parts out. Who would have guessed that full assembly of this bicycle, with training wheels, would finally materialize with the aid of moonlight. The instructions looked and read like it was prepared by someone who spoke English as a second language. I began to get that earlywarning panic that probably comes with knowing you can’t swim well, you are in deep water and the tide is moving you out further. I kept looking at the copy and illustration on the box, wondering how I had fallen victim to the lure of “Fast, easy assembly.” We lived in a garden apartment - with the entrance in an attractive court with grass, trees and benches. A cozy place for the kids and for adult socializing. But the downside was that anything happening in the court was open to the scrutiny of its residents. My project attracted so many male neighbors you would have thought I was exhibiting back issues of Playboy. They poured out of their apartments - commenting, suggesting and kibbitzing about everything. And needling me about my progress - or more accurately, the lack of it. After many hours of trial and error skinned knuckles - sweat and frustration - at last, a bicycle with training wheels emerged - as well as my

newly-minted reputation as Kallner the klutz. Fast forward about a year. We put down a deposit on our first house and when we told neighbors, the whispered comments were of disbelief. It was generally felt that I should be the last person to buy a house, given my apparent inabilities - and lack of discretionary dollars, to hire help. However, with time and need, I eventually learned to do more handyman things than I ever dreamed possible. In fact, I became fairly proficient. As a result, when we subsequently showed friends around our new home, I was more than anxious to point out my various do-it-yourself accomplishments. I even thought of inviting my former neighbors, primarily to have them see that their rush to judgment was a bit premature. But I never did. However, that knockdown, shiny, two-wheel bicycle with training wheels still comes to mind occasionally. And as for the appellation Kallner the klutz - I can live with it.

Women’s Access to Health Care Focus of LWV Meeting
By Ruth Banks
With funding for women’s health care services as well as access to them being slashed in state after state, as well as by the federal government, this topic demands the attention of all of us, and not just of women. Men need access to health care, and Planned Parenthood provides many services for men along with its well-known services for women. The League of Women Voters of Monroe Township will turn its attention to this subject on October 22 when it holds its monthly meeting at the Township Municipal Building. The program begins at 1 p.m., is free and open to the public. Guest speaker will be the Director of Public Affairs for Planned Parenthood of Central and Northern NJ, Janice Schindler. A former practicing attorney, prior to joining Planned Parenthood, Ms. Schindler had worked with numerous non-profit organizations including the Mountain Lakes LWV, the Interfaith Council for Homeless Families of Morris County and several religious organizations. No stranger to politics in NJ, she was a candidate for the NJ State Assembly, and has also worked with local, state and national campaigns. She will discuss “Planned Parenthood: We’re More Than You Think.” In 1983, following a year of studying the issue of reproductive rights, the LWVUS concurred with the LWVNJ that “public policy in a pluralistic society must affirm the constitutional right of privacy of the individual to make reproductive choices.” Further, the League position supported the concept of abortion as a medical procedure to be decided upon by a woman and her physician or other appropriately licensed health care provider. It also took into account the potentially conflicting interests of the woman’s right to privacy, the state’s interest in her health, and the protection of potential life. It rejected the
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One Day at a Time
By Frances Greenblatt
One day at a time. That’s all you can live is one day at a time. None of us know if we will still be here tomorrow, so focus on each day, and try to live life to its fullest. The words are easy to say, but not so easy to carry out the thought. Certain things cannot be put off until a later day. We have to plan our lives to some extent. What do I really mean when I say “take one day at a time?” I mean stop worrying about things that may never occur. That is negative energy, wasted energy. I try to think positive thoughts, but too often, negativity takes over. However, I cling to the mantra, One day at a time. It gets me through the difficult days.
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Attention: Senior Center Participants It is necessary to register, in advance, for all featured programs and activities. Individuals, who are 55 years of age and older, who reside in Monroe Township, and who are registered members of the Office, are eligible to attend Center programs and activities. Please be advised that this information is featured on the Township’s website: www.monroetwp.com. For more information, please call: 732-521-6111. Share Your Passion at the Senior Center As Benjamin Franklin once said, “Ideas are funny little things that don’t work unless you do.” Do you have an idea that you would like to make a reality? Are you interested in sharing your hobby or talent with others? Are you able and willing to give “the gift-of-self”? Then, please consider volunteering your time and talents to facilitate a program at the Senior Center. Whether you like to discuss Current Events twice a month, teach a one-day craft or present a lecture, please call Jennifer Sternberg, Program Supervisor, at 732-521-6111. Reservations are the Way to Go! Since the “Walk-In” option has been eliminated, please be sure that you sign up, in advance, for the special programs each month. Please note that in order to register for programs, you must be a member of the Office. All members have the opportunity to call up to 48 hours in advance — AND between the hours of 9 and 11:30 a.m. the morning of a program — to see if there is space available at that time to register. If you did pre-register for a program and then are unable to attend, please call the Office at 732-521-6111, as soon as possible to cancel. This will enable other members to sign-up – thanks to openings created by cancellation calls. Thank you.

dentally interrupted by an enchanted corpse bride. Lure & Lore of Liquor Starting on Thursday, October 4, at 1:30 p.m., join historian and mixologist, David Emerson, from History on the Hoof, in a lively exploration of Colonial drinking customs. The talk includes discussion of the various 18th Century beverages available and how they were made — complete with recipes. Discover what Ben Franklin considered “The Proof of God’s Love” and colonial alternatives to the Mojito and Martini. Friends’ Halloween Fun On Tuesday, October 9, at 1:30 p.m., join the Friends of the Senior Center, Inc., for some treats and Halloween fun. Details featured in the Friendly Tidbits section of the Senior Focus newsletter. Why We Wobble: Two Day Workshop On Thursdays, October 11 and 18, find out what happens to our balance as we get older with Carol Bartlebaugh, PT, JFK Johnson Rehab. Institute. In order to participate, individuals must make an appointment for a balance screening on October 11th; and, then attend the lecture on October 18th, at 1:30 p.m., where they will learn about their screening results and what they can do to improve their balance. Space limited. Burt Wolf’s Italy On Friday, October 12, 10:30 a.m., explore Italy as featured in Burt Wolf’s Travels & Traditions DVD. From the sights of Rome to Tuscany’s beautiful landscapes to the fashion center of the world, Milan, take an armchair journey through Italy’s history, culture and architecture. Make It, Take It Craft On Friday, October 12, from 1 to 3 p.m., join Clare Godleski, Artist/Teacher, to create a 10’’ fabric pumpkin during this one day craft. Instructions and supplies are included in the cost of this project: $15 p.p. Space limited. Please register inperson; and, see the item on

display in the Senior Center. The Heart of Robert Wood Johnson On Friday, October 12, at 1:30 p.m., Donna M. Prete, BSN, RN-BC, Clinical Coordinator of Cardiovascular Services of RWJ, shares the state-of-the-art cardiovascular services provided at the hospital. Canasta for Beginners Starting on Monday, October 15, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., join Shirley W. for this 8 -session beginners course (October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 19, 26, December 3, 10). This class is strictly for beginners only! Course fee: $8—due upon registering in person. Space limited. Silver Screen Nostalgia On Monday, October 15, at 1:30 p.m., join Bill Levy as he takes a nostalgic look, beyond Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly, to feature talented male dancers from Hollywood’s Golden Era: Donald O’Connor, Buddy Ebsen, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Ray Bolger, and many more!. Michael & Ted Present: Howard Keel On Tuesday, October 16, at 2 p.m., Michael and Ted, from WWFM’s The Classical Network, explore the life and works of Howard Keel, best known for his starring roles in Show Boat, Lovely To Look At, and Kiss Me Kate. Art of the Masters: Alice Neel On Friday, October 19, at 2 p.m., learn about the life and works of Alice Neel during the brief lecture. Then, 16 participants (with a project coupon) will create an individual project using oil pastels in the artist’s style. In order to participate in the project, you must request a project coupon, upon registering in-person. (Lecture only? Registration can be done over the phone.) Space Limited. Divas Live! On Monday, October 22, at 1 p.m., the DIVAS come out during this DIVA DVD concert, hosted by Michael
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Office Closed on Monday, October 8, 2012, in Observance of Columbus Day.
Drivers Safety Program On Monday, October 1, at 8:45 a.m., the AARPsponsored drivers safety program helps enhance skills and awareness. For program availability, please call the Office. It’s Movie Time On Tuesday, October 2, at 1:30 p.m., find out why computer animated films are not just for kids! Enjoy Tim Burton’s dark humor in the CORPSE BRIDE. Find out what happens when an arranged marriage, between voice actors Johnny Depp and Emily Watson, is acciOCTOBER 2012 — PAGE 26

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premise that a fetus could be defined as a person, and supported the freedom of belief and the separation of church and state that would allow differing choices to be made on this issue. Since then, Leagues have been engaged in protecting the right to privacy, opposing the ongoing efforts to slash funding, curtail access, and today, attack contraceptive access and criminalize medical professionals who attempt to assist women. Not since the days of Margaret Sanger has there been such vitriol against women’s health care rights.

On November 12, the League will hold its Holiday Luncheon at the Forsgate Country Club, when its guest will be Ingrid Reed, formerly with the Eagleton Institute at Rutgers. She will discuss the results of the election. The League is a nonpartisan political organization. Although it neither supports nor opposes candidates for public office, it does take positions on public policy issues which its members have studied. For more information about the League, please contact Judy Perkus, 609-395-1552, or Ruth Banks, 609-655-4791.
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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 all physical activity classes. *Denotes physical activity class. * Aquacize/Indoor Pool Water exercise at the indoor pool. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-12 pm. Spa is not open during this class. Come join the fun. The indoor pool will be closed on the second and fourth Monday of each month for routine maintenance. Outdoor acquacize from 10 am to 11 am. Ceramics Thursday afternoons 1-4 p.m. work on your own with your fellow Concordians in a ceramic workshop setting. Any questions, call Arlette 4/2478. Crocheters/Knitters The Crochet Club meets every Friday at 12:30 p.m. and welcomes knitters as well. Make useful comforts for patients in many nursing homes, or security blankets for very ill children. We appreciate donations of washable yarn or old dryer sheets and stockings for therapeutic balls that we make. Any questions, call Elaine 4/1216 or Adele 4/9563. Duplicate Bridge Meets each Wednesday at 1 p.m. and Fridays at 7 p.m. If you need a partner, please call Barbara Cohen at 8/2838. *Exercise Classes Exercise Monday and Wednesday from 10-11:15 a.m. and Friday 11-12 p.m. in Regency Suite III to the videotape “In Sync with Cindy.” This video stresses flexibility, balance and weight workout. On Tuesday “Exercise with Mary” in the Party Room from 10-11:15 a.m. This exercise will be done to an “oldies” music tape designed and led by our volunteer Mary. On Thursdays in Regency Room from 10-11:45 a.m., enjoy a Chair Exercise class weekly. Exercise to a training and encouraging senior activity videotape. Any questions regarding any class, call Jannette 6/2275, or Betty 4/9992. Evening Book Club Our club is now a Clubhouse Monthly Activity. There is no $5 fee and no lottery. We will continue to meet on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Clubhouse. Our book club will discuss a variety of books and explore how they relate to our own experiences. It is important that you read the books before the meetings so that you can participate in the discussion. The books are available at the Monroe Library, in local book stores, and for purchase through the internet. Remember to plan ahead because other members are also looking for the books. Meeting dates and selected books: Thursday, October 18 - Meray by Jodi Picoult, Thursday, November 19 - Please Look After Mom by K Young-Sook Shin, Thursday, December 20 - Falling Leaves by A Yen Mah.. Please join us. Any questions please call Linda Katz 655-1566, Eileen Marcus 395-9922. *Fitness Class Monday mornings at 10-11:30 in the Party room exercise with emphasis on cardio, weight resistance training, and an equal amount of time on balance, stretching, breathing and relaxation exercise. ParticiTHE CONCORDIAN

pants need a mat, free weights (if you have) 1-5 pounds, comfortable exercise clothing, sneakers and water. Call Lynn 4/1598, or Marie 6/4240 with questions. *Folk/Line Dancing Everybody welcome on Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m.. There will be Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Everyone will be able to get special attention with Ellen Sonnenfeldt 3/8855 and Barbara Price 4/0995. Reading Roundup If you enjoy reading and discussing books our daytime book club meets in the Clubhouse from 10 a.m.-noon on the first Tuesday of the month. It is important that you read the book and participate in the discussion. The selections are available in the Monroe Township Library and may be reserved. Some books are available in large print. Books are available for purchase online as well. Meeting dates and books: October 2, Little Bee by Chris Cleave; November 6, The Calligrapher's Daughter by Eugenia Kim. I look forward to your joining us. Any questions call me Roz Brodsky at 860-6610. Scrabble Meets 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. Table Tennis Meets Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Regency Room. All new residents welcome, bring a partner or we’ll find one for you. Call Roy Cook 8/1669. Painting and Drawing Meets Wednesday afternoon 1-4 p.m. and Friday mornings 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring your artwork and paint and draw on your own. Volunteer instructor Al Janover at 6/8622. World Affairs-AM Around the World in 90 Minutes! Come join us in the Party Room Friday from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Enjoy sparkling, thought-provoking discussions in a friendly environment. Remember, 9 out of 10 doctors prescribe mental stimulation and socializing as two good ways to live a longer, happier life. Any ideas or questions, call Ray 8/9015. World Affairs-PM World Affairs PM meets at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays to discuss current events. Questions, call Seymour Fogel at 655-5987 or Irwin Bialer at 395-9561. For Your Information New Photo I.D. Cards I.D. card pictures are taken on the first and third Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 12 and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Evening I.D. pictures taken by appointment only between 4:30 and 7 p.m. Please bring proof of age and identification (utility or phone bill.) Validation Stickers 2012 validation stickers are available at the Concierge desk, to update your authorized visitor passes only. Protection One Concordia’s new hot line number to be used (ONLY) 800-238-3537. Bar Codes Bar codes will be affixed by ap-

pointment only with Trish on a daily basis at the Clubhouse. Please call (609) 655-4664. Authorized Visitor Passes Applications will be taken the first and third Wednesdays of the month. See Ilene or Kathleen only. A permanent authorized visitor pass can be purchased for $15 from 9:30 to 12 and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Evening authorized visitor passes taken by appointment only between 4:30 and 7 p.m. The resident must supply a small stamp-size picture with the address and phone number of the guest. Five passes per unit are allowed. Comcast Number 1-866-277-5574 Bookmobile in Concordia Monroe Twp. public library bookmobile will be in Concordia every other Wednesday, at the Main Gate parking lot, 10-11 a.m. October 3 and 17. Sensor Door Hours Front and back door sensor to the Clubhouse will remain unlocked from Monday-Saturday 8-11 p.m. Sunday 8-10 p.m. Indoor Pool The indoor pool will be closed on the second and fourth Monday of each month for routine maintenance. Recycling Schedule Every Wednesday Will Be Pick Up Day October 3....................... Co-mingled October 10...................... Newspaper October 17..................... Co-mingled October 24...................... Newspaper October 31..................... Co-mingled
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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. All Sports and Pool Rules Located on the rack at the Clubhouse in the Art Room Lobby.

Shuttle Bus Trips
Monday Shuttle: 9:15 a.m. Pick Up October 1 Quakerbridge October 15 Quakerbridge October 22 Freehold October 29 Quakerbridge Note: October 8, NO BUS due to holiday On the first and third Monday of the month, the Shuttle Bus goes directly from shopping to the library. Wednesday Shuttle: 9:15 a.m. Pick Up Oct. 3 ............................. Cambridge Oct. 10 ......... Hamilton Market Place Oct 17 ................ Brunswick Square Oct. 24 ........................... Wegman’s Oct. 31 ...................Jackson Outlets Thursday Shuttle: Begins at 8:30 a.m. Goes to Stop and Shop in Concordia and Shop-Rite on Route 130. 15th Annual Fall Harvest Food Drive The Middlesex County Food Organization and Outreach Distribution Services (MCFOODS) hopes that Concordia will once again join us in this very important food drive. Volunteers will deliver bags and flyers to the residents on Saturday, October 6. The Monroe Township Dept. of Public Works wil go door-to-door and pick up the donations on October 15. Snow Reflectors If you need a reflector to hang on your garage door when snow is in the forecast, please call the Maintenance Department at 655-4715. Bulk Pick Up Call the Road Department at 732656-4575 to make an appointment now for a pick up now to November. Pick ups are on Wednesdays and/or

Garbage Change Garbage is picked up twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Garbage may be put out the night before, after 6 p.m. Maintenance Department The Maintenance Department closes for lunch from 1-2 p.m. If you have an emergency only, your call will be forwarded to Security. Otherwise, please call between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. or from 2-5 p.m. Thank you for your cooperation. Contact Forms If you have not updated your contact form in the last two years, please stop at the Concierge and pick up a form. Front Desk Will Not Conduct Any money transactions or Clubhouse business on Mondays until 4:30 p.m. Open Board of Trustees Meeting The next Open Board of Trustees Meeting will be Monday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Regency Room. Clubhouse Pride Please be aware that there is no eating and drinking in the Clubhouse unless you are attending a

Thursdays once per year only. No paint/chemicals/tires. Garbage must be at curbside only!!! Winterization Permits The Monroe Township Utility Department (MTUD) requires residents winterizing their units to obtain a water permit, which will be available September 1 at the Concierge desk. There is $10 fee for the permit, payable by check to the MTUD. PLEASE BRING YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER WITH YOU. It is required before we issue your permit. Only contractors approved by the MTUD may remove the meter for the winter. Residents will be receiving all the necessary information regarding winterization. If you have any questions, please call the Management office 609-655-0382. Snowbird Mailings Once again this year the Clubhouse staff will offer its service to those of you who will be partaking of the fun and sun in Florida (or another tropical paradise) for the winter season. If you provide us with a stamped ($1.70) self addressed legal brown envelope (9½x12½) stating the months you will be away, we would be more than happy to provide you with all the fun filled activities, happening and news of the Concordia Community. We will mail 1st class the monthly Concordian middle of each month. Just leave the envelope with the Concierge before you depart for the warmer weather. Allow one to two weeks for delivery. Columbus Day Monday, October 8 the Clubhouse will be open for business and no set ups. The pool is on a holiday schedule. Tuesday, October 9, the Clubhouse will not conduct any business until 4:30 p.m. Upper Pool Deck Closed Upper Pool Deck and back doors to the Clubhouse will be locked for the season Friday, October 26. Holiday Passes Pick up your Columbus Day holiday passes at the Concierge desk.

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tology, taking classes at night while working days at Fairchild Publications, a printer of books for the trades. She was their telephone correspondent, contacting manufacturers to be certain their information was correct. Upon graduation from cosmetology school in 1961, she married her husband, whom she had met at the school, and they purchased their first beauty salon in Brooklyn, at Coney Island Avenue and Avenue H. The marriage produced two children, a son and a daughter. Three years after purchasing the first salon, they established a second one, also in Brooklyn on 18th Avenue and Dahill Road. Her husband ran one and she worked part-time in the other. Anne Marie loved being a beautician in the 1960’s. It was the era of giant hair rollers and bouffant hairstyles. Hair was teased to make it look full and shaped to the side. She had a steady stream of regular customers who talked

about anything and everything, as well as a repertoire of jokes, which she passed on at home. Her clientele were predominately Jewish women, who would come in for their beauty treatment and with their hands on their head, would say to her “make me a shana maidel”! Her customers were loyal. Business was good and she had several employees. Anne Marie and her husband were divorced and the beauty salons were sold. However, she continued to work as a licensed cosmetologist. Anne Marie has a pretty little Maltese dog. Although her father was from Malta, she named her dog Shana Maidel. In 1984 Anne Marie met Steve Marone in the waiting room of the chiropractor both had been seeing. They started talking, and the rest is history. They have been together for 18 years. Twelve years ago they came to Concordia and decided instantly that the house and community was right for them. With Shana Maidel, they are living happily ever after — in Concordia!

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Clubhouse Management and after following proper procedures, the Christian Fellowship was officially sanctioned. In 1987, it was incorporated under section 501C (3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a Social, Education and Charitable Not For Profit organization, and is tax exempt from Federal and State Taxes. As stated in one of their bulletins “Our goal throughout the years has been to raise money for local charitable organizations while enjoying the friendships and camaraderie developed through our social and fun events.” It has raised $50,000 over the last ten years for contributions to various charities. These include a number of food and distribution centers in the county; Somerset House, in Bridgewater (for temporarily displaced children); Jewish Family Services; Elijah’s Promise in New Brunswick and Special Strides in Monroe, which is a horse farm

where special needs children have therapeutic experiences while riding the horses. Over the years, they have also delivered Thanksgiving meals to local families in need. Their funds come from the dues and money raised through various parties throughout the years; such as Italian and Irish nights, Fourth of July indoor picnics, Night at the Races and other imaginative events throughout the year. This August, the Club had their annual Golf Outing, with 61 people participating. This has proved to be their largest fund raiser. The Club meets on the third Wednesday night of the month and dues are $15 a

year. It is non-sectarian and all Concordians are welcome. Joe said they now have 216 members, including 43 new members who joined this past year. The Board is always looking for novel ways to have entertainment for their members, as well as looking into worthy charities. Besides Joe, Eleanor Abati and Jim Fiorello generously gave me their time to provide me with the story behind this very philanthropic Club and I thank them for their assistance. Jim especially wanted to mention that Cathy McCutcheon and Ann Garguilo were very instrumental in the founding of the Christian Fellowship. He and Jeanie have five children between them, along with seven grandchildren, the oldest being 20, the youngest one and a half. And his Concordia life is full. This year, before heading south, he’ll be appearing in Singin’ In The Rain, as R.F. Simpson, the part played in the film by Millard Mitchell. He’s been a vice president of The Players for eight years. Other credits for Frank include roles in Oklahoma, Show Boat, South Pacific, and Brigadoon. He’s been in our Chorale for four years, is a vice president of The Rock N Rollers for four years as well, and is a member of The Christian Fellowship, having appeared in performances they’ve put on. This year, he’s joined TV station WCOC and will surely prove a valuable addition. Oh yeah, he’s also a five year member of our Building & Maintenance Committee, the past two as Chair. Otherwise, there isn’t much to say about Frank, The Voice. Except it’s a voice that many stage aspirants would kill for. Fortunately for Mr. Ponisi, he didn’t have to go that far. It’s a gift he was born with and is as pleasant to listen to as he is to know.

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Obviously, Frank didn’t start life here. He was born in Manhattan, spent 21 years in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, where he attended Lafayette High School, and in 1968 moved on to Staten Island, seemingly a jumping off spot for so many Concordians. He attended NYU and New York Tech, obtaining a solid education in Civil Engineering, which became a 30 year career with the New York City Board of Education. Eventually, he rose to General Superintendent of Construction, in charge of anywhere from 40 to 50 inspectors. Nothing is forever and in 1987 Frank took advantage of his experience to go into business for himself, in the form of Home Inspection. His clientele consisted of people buying homes and he worked through real estate agencies to secure them. He’s never really deserted the business, keeping his hand in even to this day, although the extent to which he has done so might be more accurately described as a finger. Frank’s non business life has been successful, as well.

Israel Bonds Luncheon
The Israel Bond Commission is honoring Congregation Beit Shalom of Monroe Township with a special tribute to Frances and Floyd Langner. The luncheon will be held at Congregation Beit Shalom at 1600 Perrineville Rd. in the Concordia Shopping Center in Monroe Twp. on Sunday, October 28, at 1 p.m. Doors open at 12:45 p.m. The covert is $20 per person for a delicious luncheon. The distinguished guest speaker is Dr. Mitchell G. Bard, Exec., of the non-profit American Israeli Cooperative Enterprise (AICE) and a leading authority on U.S. Middle East Policy. Call 609-395-1952 for further information and directions.

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2012 Susi Silber Lecture: “The Body Politic” Presented by Dr. Jonathan D. Moreno, Senior Fellow for Bioethics, Center for American Progress at 1 p.m., Tuesday, October 2. We have now entered what has been called the “biological century” and with it, a new biopolitics has emerged to address the implications for America’s collective value system, our well being, and ultimately, our future. The Body Politic is the first book to recognize and assess this new force in our political landscape—one that fuels today’s culture wars and one that politicians of all stripes have begun to see as a new way to organize their platforms. Dr. Moreno will clearly explain the most contentious issues; offer an engaging history of the intersection between science and democracy in American life, a reasoned analysis of how different political ideologies view scientific controversies, and a vision for how the new biopolitics can help shape the future quality of our lives. Moreno has served as a senior staff member for three presidential advisory commissions. His best-selling books, The Body Politic: The Battle over Science in America and Mind Wars: Brain Science and the Military in the 21st Century will be available for purchase and autographing following the lecture. Free tickets are available at the Welcome Desk. The Boys of Summer: The Incomparable Story of the 1950s Brooklyn Dodgers Presented by Dr. James P. Kane at 1 p.m., Wednesday, October 3. Relive the golden age of baseball during this hour-long presentation including sights and sounds from Ebbets Field, Red Barber, and your favorite team members. Dr. Kane is an Adjunct Professor of Education at William Paterson University. Free tickets are available at the Welcome Desk. Artist in Residence featuring Stephen Kennedy 1 p.m., Saturday, October 6. Watch landscape artist Stephen Kennedy paint a landscape from a photograph. This event is offered in collaboration with the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. Registration is not required. Books with Sylvia Deutsch 10 a.m., Tuesday, October 9. The WWII story, Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand will be discussed. Sign up and reserve your copy at the Welcome Desk. Gráinne Hambly & William Jackson: Two Sides of Celtic 2 p.m., Tuesday, October 9. Join us for an afternoon of music with masters of Celtic harp, Gráinne Hambly and William Jackson. Two of the foremost harpers of Ireland and Scotland, Hambly and
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Jackson combine their extraordinary talents on harp as well as concertina, tinwhistle and bouzouki. The Masters of the Celtic Harp, have been performing all over the country and dazzling audiences with their artistry. Free tickets available at the Welcome Desk. Friends International Film 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Thursday, October 11. The French romantic comedy Romantics Anonymous will be shown. Movies are shown with English subtitles. Tickets are $1 and available at Circulation.

Annual Holocaust Program Co-sponsored by the Henry Ricklis Holocaust Memorial Committee and the Monroe Township Public Library at 1 p.m., Sunday, October 14. This year’s program will be held at the Monroe Township Middle School. Survivor Henri Diamant will share how his family fled from occupied Czechoslovakia to the safety of Africa during the Holocaust. Free admission and light refreshments will be served. Chamber Music Series Presented by Princeton Symphony Orchestra at 12:30 p.m., Monday, October 15. The LARK String Quartet
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Ferreira. The greatest divas ever assembled (Tina Turner, Leann Rimes, Whitney Houston, and more!) perform on one stage and sing their greatest hits. Muscle Works On Tuesday, October 23, at 1:30 p.m., Michael Mraz, MPT, Outpatient Rehab Manager with UMCP’s Outpatient Rehab Network in Cranbury, discusses how to maintain your strength and muscle function as you age, including exercises and postsurgical therapy as well as physical therapy during recovery. Flavian’s Mind Trip On Thursday, October 25, at 1:30 p.m., enjoy the jawdropping mind games of Flavian during his brand new “Mind Reading Game Show”. Refreshments follow and admission is free. However, you must register in advance. Cowboys & Outlaws On Friday, October 26, at 1:30 p.m., join Michael Ferreria for this DVD series, from The History Channel, on The Real West: Cowboys and Outlaws. This month, the “Golden Age of the Cowboy” gave rise to America’s first romantic heroes. Learn about these hard-riding working men who came to embody the American spirit. (Since an episode is featured once a month, please be sure to sign up for each one separately when it is listed.) Big Band Leaders On Monday, October 29, at 1:30 p.m., David Aaron presents this audio-visual program on the lives and music of two famous bandleaders: Xavier Cugat and Harry James. Xavier Cugat is considered the “King of Latin Music;” and, his orchestra became the house band at New York’s Waldorf Astoria. Harry James is considered one of the greatest trumpet players of all time who happened to discover an unknown singer from Hoboken. The Maestro On Tuesday, October 30, at 1:30 p.m., Tom Elefant, Orchestra Conductor, will examine the function and

roles of a conductor and view great conductors of the past. Alternative Therapies On Wednesday, October 31, at 1:30 p.m., enjoy this interactive alternative therapies program sponsored by The Martin and Edith Stein Hospice, a part of The Oscar and Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living, in Somerset. Two teams will receive both a seated chair massage, a yoga therapy session, and a “Discussion in the Round” with the on-site social worker regarding stress management. Healthy snacks will be available while you wait for your screening. Please register in-person. Your “team” placement will be determined by the appointment time you receive for the chair massage. Space limited.

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AIRPORTS, DOCTORS, SHOPPING, ETC. – Reasonable rates by caring, courteous, community resident. John (609) 721-3269. CAR SERVICE – For a comfortable ride I hope you decide to call John (609) 655-2015. Airports, doctors, shopping. CONCORDIA RESIDENT – Need a ride, call Morty. Very reliable. (609) 860-1488 or (732) 666-1213. Any place, any time. MARVIN’S LIMOUSINE – Low rates. Choice of Cadillac sedan or Lexus SUV. $5 discount with ad. Call (908) 8126299. NEED RIDES? Shopping, Drs., beauty parlors, etc. Will also do shopping for you. Nancy (732) 236-0843. NAT TRANSPORTATION – Monroe resident. All airports, shipyards, NYC and local. Doctor and hospital visits. (917) 657-5611. 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. RICK’S CAR SERVICE – Greenbriar resident. Professional driver. Reasonable. (609) 902-9979 or (609) 6558051. TRANSPORTATION DOCTOR – Airports, trains, piers, doctors, local service, NYC. Reliable and references. Call Lon J. (732) 423-1847. A. HARRINGTON LIMOUSINE – Owners are Greenbriar Whittingham residents. Call (800) 458-5466. BOB’S CAR SERVICE – We go everywhere-anytime. Low rates. (609) 409-7174 or cell (646) 258-0241. 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. TKS HOME IMPROVEMENTS – A full-service contractor and handyman. Services kitchens, baths, basements, painting, tile, hardwood, and more. No job too big or too small. (609) 259-2574. License # 13VH05970500. EXPERT HOME REPAIRS. Kitchen, bath, closet remodeling, tiling, painting. Call Bob Katz – (609) 490-9522.for details. MIKE THE HANDYMAN – See my display ad in this edition. (732) 780-0468. M & M POWERWASHING Community special $110 + tax. Includes 1 story house, concrete front walkway, and back concrete patio. Call for details. (732) 367-1071. NEED JUNK REMOVED? – House cleanouts, estate cleanouts, junk and rubbish removal from garages, basements, attics. Family owned and operated. Dependable and honest service. 10% off with this ad. (732) 238-5865. 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. LANDSCAPE/FALL CLEANUPS – Very reasonable rates. Small jobs welcome. (609) 468 -3412/(609) 851-6474. J. E. MOVERS – No job too small. House, garage cleanouts. Jamie Hulick. (732) 5980220. WINDSOR MOVING COMPANY – Helping families pack and move for over 20 years. Fully insured. Lic. PC00512. Call (609) 448-8840. COMPUTER ASSISTANCE in senior’s home. Help with all aspects. Selection, set-up, and training. (609) 409-7631. 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. PART-TIME NURSING STUDENT with 10 years of experience caring for elderly is looking for a job. CPR and AED certified. Kristine (732) 804-8489. 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.

Housecleaning
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) 586-0806.

NICE JEWISH GIRL’S HOUSE CLEANING and Health Aide Service. 20 years experience. Low rates. Insured and bonded. Call Eileen at (609) 860-9050.

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Wanted to Buy
NANNIE’S PRETTIES ANTIQUES – We buy antiques and used furniture. Call Elliott – “The Friendly Dealer.” (609) 462-2299.

For Sale
OVERSIZED ELECTRIC RECLINING LIFT CHAIR – Leather, like new. Just over one year old. $500 negotiable. (732) 306-5565. SIDE BY SIDE OUTSIDE CRYPT – Woodbridge Memorial Gardens. Below market value, $10,500. (609) 6555744.

Help & Health Services
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) 975-1475 or cell (908) 337-7462. BARBARA’S IN-HOME CARE ASSISTANCE (Nonmedical). Born and raised in Middlesex County. This is truly my passion. Learn about me: www.inhomecarebybarbara.co m (732) 735-4243. WILL CARE FOR ELDERLY/ DISABLED – Companion. Live-in/live out. Anytime/ overnight. (732) 470-5130 or (732) 688-3016. 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 – Serving Monroe Township since 2007. Experienced, professional, reliable, affordable. Free consultation. (646) 4130813.

with guest percussionist will perform a variety of pieces including Haydn, Bartok, and Middle Eastern. Additional events in this series are Mondays, November 19, January 21, and April 22. This event is offered in collaboration with the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. Registration is not required. Library Board Meeting 6:30 p.m., Mon., October 15 Cultural Arts Commission Annual Juried Art Show Opens 9:30 a.m., Monday, October 22. Applications with additional information are available at the Circulation Desk.

Coffee and a Book Book Group 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 23. The Full Moon Bride by Shobhan Bantwal will be discussed. Sign up and reserve your copy at the Welcome Desk. Friends of the Library Meeting 7 p.m., Tuesday, October 23 George Ivers Display Case View Holocaust artifacts from members of the Henry Ricklis Holocaust Memorial Committee. Rotunda Art Gallery A collection of paintings by Linda Gilbert will be on display through October. Library Closings: Monday, October 8

Home Improvement & Services
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Miscellaneous/ Services
REAL ESTATE-NO MATTER WHAT THE MONTH – Always think November! Linda November, Realtor Associate/ Owner-RE/MAX Greater Princeton, for all your real estate needs. Call (609) 9518600 (office), (609) 462-1671 (cell) or [email protected] HAIRCUTS DONE in the comfort of your own home. Call Renee for appointment. (732) 641-2170. PC PROBLEM SOLVER – Slow computer? Viruses or spyware? Pop-ups? Lowest priced service. We do computer and internet set-ups. We make house calls. New: Convert audio tapes to CDs - $15 each. Call Herman (609) 4090824.

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Fitness Class 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble Club 1:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Night Time Knitting Class 7:00 FRONT DESK CLOSED UNTIL 4:30 PM

TUESDAY
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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Newspaper Comm (Edit. Mtg.) 9:30 Exercise W/Mary 10:00-11:15 Folk Dance 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Reading Round-Up 10-12:00 Country Line Dance 11:3012:45 Extra Cards 12:30 Building & Maintenance Comm (Bd. Mtg.) 1:00 Tennis Club (Gen. Mtg.) 6:00 Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 7:00-8:30 N.C.J.W. (Bd. Mtg.) 7:30 World Affairs 7:30 Concordia Players (Rehearsal) 7:30 GARBAGE PICKUP

WEDNESDAY
3
3-D Art Class 9:30-11:30 Government Affairs (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Flu Shots 10:00-3:00 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1:00-4:00 Financial Seminar 1:30 Computer Club (Bd. Mtg.) 4:00 Extra Cards 7:00

THURSDAY
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Line Dancing 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 1:00-2:30 Ceramic Workshop 1:00-4:00 Weight Management Class 4:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Deborah (Bd. Mtg.) 7:30

FRIDAY
4
Walkers 9:00-9:30 Zumba Class 9:45-10:45 World Affairs 10:00-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10:00-12:00 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 W.C.O.C TV (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00-1:00 Exercise Class 11:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters 12:30-2:30 Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 1:00-2:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Seniors (Gen. Mtg.) 7:30

SATURDAY
5
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Dance Your Weight Away 9:30-10:30 Auditorium Show 8:30 Coffee & Cake After show

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RECYCLE/COMMINGLED

GARBAGE PICKUP

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Jewish War Vets (Gen. Mtg.) 9:30 Welcome Coffee & Conversation 12:45 Friends Of Concordia 3:00-7:30

8
Holiday No Set-Ups Voter Registration 2:00-4:00 Voter Registration 6:00-8:00 COLUMBUS DAY FRONT DESK OPEN

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise With Mary 10:00-11:15 Folk Dance 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Country Line Dance 11:30-12:45 Extra Cards 12:30 Saint Peter’s Breast Cancer Tea 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 N.C.J.W. (Gen. Mtg.) 7:30 World Affairs 7:30 FRONT DESK CLOSED UNTIL 4:30 PM

10
Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9:00-10:00 3-D Art Class 9:30-11:30 Singles (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Brandeis (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1:00-4:00 Extra Cards 7:00 I T Comm (Bd. Mtg.) 7:00 Concordia Players (Rehearsal) 7:30

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Concordia Chorale (Rehearsal) 9:30-11:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Tennis Club (Bd. Mtg.) 1:00-2:00 Ceramic Workshop 1:00-4:00 Weight Management Class 4:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 7:00-8:30 Concordia Players (Rehearsal) 7:30 Christian Fellowship (Bd. Mtg.) 7:30

12
World Affairs 10:00-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10:00-12:00 W.C.O.C. TV (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00-1:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters 12:30-2:30 Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 6:00 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Concordia Players Show 7:00

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Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 6:30 Concordia Players Show 7:30

WCOC Ch. 3 10am-10:00pm Every day

GARBAGE PICKUP

RECYCLE/NEWSPAPER

GARBAGE PICKUP

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Concordia Players (Ticket Sale) 12:30 Concordia Players Show 1:30 Concordia Players Cast Party 6:00-9:30

15
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Health Care Comm (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Fitness Class 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble Club 1:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Night Time Knitting Class 7:00 Monroe Township Tax Meeting 7:00 FRONT DESK CLOSED UNTIL 4:30 PM

16
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Newspaper Comm (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Welcome Comm. (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Exercise With Mary 10:00-11:15 Folk Dance 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Country Line Dance 11:30-12:45 Extra Cards 12:30 CAC Activities Comm. (Bd. Mtg.) 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 World Affairs 7:30 Deborah (Gen. Mtg.) 7:30

17
Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9:00-10:00 3-D Art Class 9:30-11:30 Seniors (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1:00-4:00 Covenants Comm (Bd. Mtg.) 6:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Christian Fellowship (Gen. Mtg.) 7:00

18
Walkers 9:00-10:00 O.R.T. (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Brandeis (Gen. Mtg.) 1:00 Ceramic Workshop 1:00-4:00 Weight Management Class 4:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Astronomy Club (Gen. Mtg.) 7:30 Evening Book Club 7:30

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Walkers 9:00-9:30 Zumba Class 9:45-10:45 World Affairs 10:00-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10:00-12:00 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 W.C.O.C. TV (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00-1:00 Exercise Class 11:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters 12:30-2:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00

20
Vendor Set Up 9:00-11:30 Holiday Bazaar 12:00-4:00

WCOC Ch. 3 10am-10:00pm Every day

GARBAGE PICKUP

RECYCLE/COMMINGLED

GARBAGE PICKUP

21
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Free Movie 2:00 Singles (Gen. Mtg) 2:00-4:30 Free Movie 7:00

22
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Fitness Class 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble Club 1:00-5:00 Jewish War Vets (Bd. Mtg.) 6:30 Extra Cards 7:00 Night Time Knitting Class 7:00 FRONT DESK CLOSED UNTIL 4:30 PM

23
Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise With Mary 10:00-11:15 Folk Dance 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Country Line Dance 11:30-12:45 Extra Cards 12:30 Culture Corner (Movie) 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00 World Affairs 7:30 Concordia Players (Bd. Mtg.) 7:30

24
Yoga Class 8:50-10:15 Walkers 9:00-10:00 Budget & Finance (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1:00-4:00 Extra Cards 7:00

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Chair Exercise Class 10-11:15 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Line Dancing 11:30-12:30 Extra Cards 12:30 Ceramic Workshop 1:00-4:00 Financial Seminar 1:30 Astronomy Club (Bd. Mtg.) 3:00-4:00 Weight Management Class 4:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Computer Club (Gen. Mtg.) 7:30

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Walkers 9:00-9:30 Zumba Class 9:45-10:45 World Affairs 10:00-12:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 10:00-12:00 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 W.C.O.C. TV (Bd. Mtg.) 10:00-1:00 Exercise Class 11:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Crocheters 12:30-2:30 Duplicate Bridge 7:00

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Walkers 9:00-9:30 Dance Your Weight Away 9:30-10:30 Rock N Rollers (Gen. Mtg.) 6:30

WCOC Ch. 3 10am-10:00pm Every day Walkers 9:00-10:00 Free Movie 2:00 Free Movie 7:00

GARBAGE PICKUP Walkers 9:00-10:00 Exercise Class 10:00-11:15 Fitness Class 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Scrabble Club 1:00-5:00 Extra Cards 7:00 Night Time Knitting Class 7:00

RECYCLE/NEWSPAPER

GARBAGE PICKUP

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Walkers 9:00-10:00 Newspaper Comm. (Editorial Mtg.) 10:00 Exercise With Mary 10:00-11:15 Folk Dance 10:00-11:30 Table Tennis 10:00-12:00 Extra Cards 12:30 Extra Cards 7:00 World Affairs 7:30

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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 Extra Cards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Painting & Drawing Workshop 1:00-4:00 Financial Seminar 1:30 Extra Cards 7:00

FRONT DESK CLOSED UNTIL 4:30 PM

WCOC Ch. 3 10am-10:00pm Every day
THE CONCORDIAN

Happy Halloween
GARBAGE PICKUP RECYCLE/COMMINGLED
OCTOBER 2012 — PAGE 31

Art Festival Attracts 650 Attendees

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Photos by Barbara Goodman