Volume VI; Issue X October 2015 Good News from the Grange Published exclusively for the residents of Bald Eagle Commons... An “Uncommonly Good” place to live!!
SEPTEMBER DATES A Letter from your Social Director TO REMEMBER Let’s start this newsletter with some of the highlights of last Bingo: Thurs., 10/1, month. Millie in the Kitchen was very well attended and enjoyed 1pm by all, and nearly 100 attended our annual Pig Roast. (Thank you Health Screenings: Jim Doka and Tom Blazovic for all the hours spent preparing our Mon., 10/5, 10am-1pm dinner).
9/11 Trip: Tues., 10/6, We ventured out to the Westchester Theater last month, and look forward to going again 9:30am to see Showboat this month. October should be a month filled with devilishly good Blood Pressure Checks: times!! On the home front, we look forward to Oktoberfest with an array of German Thurs., 10/8, bldgs. 2 & 7 favorites and beautiful music, then Millie in the Kitchen is back with Homemade Soup plus Chicken & Baked Potatoes. We are also in for a special treat as the Serendipity Oktoberfest/Halloween: Singers will serenade us at our luncheon, and then the ponies will be unpenned for a Sun., 10/11, 5-8:30pm game or two! Flu Clinic: Wed., 10/14, 10am-1pm We will be focusing on our health as well with a special screening offer for your carotid artery and for thyroid cancer. Flu shots will be given at the Grange on the 14th, and Travel Mtg.: Thurs., please stop by building’s 2 or 7 for a free blood pressure check. All the details are inside 10/15, 6:30pm this issue. MIK: Thurs., 10/22, 12:45pm There are also two trips into the city that are sure to thrill you as we pay our respects to the brave souls who perished on 9/11, and then we take a tour of Broadway and Broadway Tour: Tues., celebrate the best shows, artists and stories. 10/27, 7:45am Looking toward the holidays, we are having our Annual Craft & Flea Market on the 14th of November, tables are still available so please reserve yours now! Oh, and don’t forget to invite all your friends and relatives!!! I have also set up some of our holiday INSIDE THIS ISSUE programming and added it to this issue so you can set those dates aside.
Health offerings from As always, I look forward to another thrilling month here at the Grange, but the Magic in WMT the Potion here always starts with you!
Details on the 9/11 trip See you there, Millie and Broadway offerings for the fall
Community offerings for BINGO at the Grange the Fall Thursday, October 1st New Casino Trip for Nov. 1-3pm Upcoming dates to pencil All are welcome! in! Volume VI; Issue X Page 2 Last Casino Trip of 2015 at a new lower price! Come try your luck! Play a little…..Shop a little...no gamble here, there's a great day in store for all. Date: Tuesday, November 17th Time: 8:45am Sharp Cost: $30 Per Person (Voucher for $20 slot credit and $5 food voucher) Please bring a form of picture ID to claim your credit Please reserve in advance as there is NO ADMISSION on the day of the event. Please reserve you spot by making a check payable to BECBA by November 11th
Craft Fair and White Elephant sale set for the Fall….spots are still open for vendors! When: Saturday, November 14th Time: 10am-3pm Cost: $7 for residents, and $10 per Table to outside vendors Come on out and spend the afternoon selling your treasures or acquiring some new ones. There is something to be had by all!!! I will once again open “The Grange Grill” for lunch and snacks. So whether you decide to take a table or just come up to shop, It will make for a great day, to support a good Cause….our caring crafters. Yes! I am reserving spots now for this event. First come, first choice! Please make all checks payable to BECBA.
GOLF GOES ON THROUGH THE FALL! Come join in! This is co-ed!
Crystal Springs Golf Course, Vernon, NJ offers our community a special reduced rate.
Where: Crystal Springs When: Every Wednesday
Reservations must be made by calling Jo Abramowitz 973-728-8963 or John Nittolo 973-728-5581, they have all the details! Tee Times are given out the day before you golf. Car pooling is offered by our residents.—Come on out and join in. Volume VI; Issue X Page 3 DID YOU RE-DO YOUR MEDICAL FORM???
This is trip season and the last thing that you’ll want to do the day of the trip is sit and complete your forms before boarding the bus. Please pick up a form and fill it out at your leisure and place it in a sealed envelope and drop it in the maintenance box (make sure to put your name on the outside along with your address and mark it “Medical Info. 2015/2016 attn.: Millie)
In the case of an emergency, this form is given to the emergency medical personnel unopened to assure your privacy. So please, fill the form out as completely and honestly as you can. Having all the information allows them to give you the most thorough and accurate care, please be as candid as possible.
MIK is back for the Fall!! My vacation is over and back into the kitchen I go!
And it is also the perfect time to have a peek at our own Serendipity Singers and their new program for the fall! Add in a scrumptious lunch of Chicken and Baked Potatoes, salad and homemade soup, and we’ll finish off with dessert and a little horse-racing.
Another great fall day spent with good food and good company.
When: Thursday, October 22 Time: 12:45pm Cost: $9.00 All checks must be in no later than October 14th as I have to order the chicken in advance
There is still time to join the Serendipity Singers.
Although they will be performing this month, spots are open to join in for the holiday event. Practices are 2pm in the Grange Keeping Room. They are always looking for new members to join. No try-outs, just come out and join in!
Volume VI; Issue X Page 4 SPOTS REMAIN, THIS IS A TRIP YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS! “Movie, Live Song, Broadway Theater Review Tour” Travel with us throughout NYC by bus with our ***Actors Equity performer as she sings her way through the various neighborhoods… Visit Neighbor- hoods where stars lived, lusted, loved and performed…… *Broadway Theater *Central Park West
John Lennon and Strawberry Field This also includes Lunch at Café Espanol The street of HITS, LOVE and ##XX%%? Where we’ll enjoy a full course meal! Ghosts and Superstitions Choices: Great Live music on board 1. Appetizers – served family style $1,100,000 per room Stuffed Mushrooms And much more….. Chorizo Espanol ( Sausage) Rudolf Valentino’s Funeral; the riot and Mussolini’s Mussels Al Café protection The “Street of Love” and its famous couples 2. House Salad included
Owners of 17-1/2 theaters 3. Entrees: The Astor’s ownership of the area Paella Valencia Musical history and fabulous stories Paella Marinara The “Cross Dresser’s” movie theater Paella Vegetarian Meet a Broadway performer Broiled Salmon “Oh Calcutta” audition Chicken - Café Espanol or Baked Restaurant Row Pork Chop - Broiled or Extremena (sausage, pep- Broadway superstitions and legends (“Break a leg!”) pers & onions) Stop into Sardi’s and view their caricatures All entrees served with rice (except Paella), Unusual anecdotes of the greatest theatrical stars of potatoes, and vegetables our age Prostitution, Saints and Broadway stars 4. Dessert: Flan and ice cream Where Abbott met Costello Coffee or Tea “Needle Park” and the public library
“Happy Birthday, Mr. President” Lunch: served with 1 glass of beer, wine, LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DAY!!!! sangria, or soda — All included in the price!
When: Tuesday, October 27th Time: 7:45am Cost: $93 per person
The balance is due no later than October 15th Volume VI; Issue X Page 5
Blood Pressure Checks continue for 2015 October 8th OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS OF BALD EAGLE No appointments needed Building 2 - 10-11:30am Building 7 - 11:45-1:15pm
***If she is running a few minutes late, please be patient, It is only because she is with a patient and does not wish to rush anyone out.***
Bible Study Group Rosary Cenacles welcomes all! Meets Every Monday 10am –11am Monday, October 19th Building 2 All are welcome to share in the Held in Building 2 the third Monday of each month at 11:30am. Please feel free to join them. They will have Good Book!! Please BYOB someone at the door to let in all who would like to come. (Bring your own Bible) Please BYORB, (Bring your own Rosary Beads)
CANASTA
Want to learn Canasta using the newer faster rendition of an old favorite? Join Sonnie and Irv Trachtenberg in the main hall at the Grange each Monday from 10-12pm.
All are welcome and it’s FREE!! Volume VI; Issue X Page 6
Would you like to Travel?
Many people in our community have asked that I put some trips together. Before looking into this, I would like to meet & talk about it. Please give some thought to where you would like to go. Your input is key. Destination, bus tour or cruise…..lets talk about it. I am even running this meeting in the evening so our working residents have a chance to come and join in.
When: Thursday, October 15th Time: 6:30pm
Here’s something to take the Grandkids to that won’t break the bank, and is good for ages!
Jefferson Township proudly presents: The Halloween Haunted House An Award Winning Haunted House at the very non Scary price of just $3 per person
When: Saturday, October 17th Time: Non Scary - 4-5:30pm (lights on For the young and those who are not brave) SCARY-7-9:30pm & Sunday, October 18th Times: Non-Scary - 4:30-5:30pm SCARY- 6-8pm Where?: Camp Jefferson, 81 Weldon Rd., Lk. Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Featuring Momma’s Road Kill Café And a live DJ
THIS IS A NOT FOR PROFIT EVENT WHICH I HAVE BEEN INVOLVED WITH FOR THE LAST 18 YEARS. PLEASE STOP BY, THEY PUT ON A GREAT SHOW! THIS SUCH A NICE FAMILY EVENT AND ….YOU KNOW WHO WILL BE DOING THE COOKING……..me! Volume VI; Issue X Page 7 Very few spots remain!!! Last Call!!!!! Checks will be accepted no later than October 2nd The National September 11 Museum and Memorial When: Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Time: 9:30am (returns 6:30pm) Cost: $84 Free Art Class Has been canceled! Thank you Marilyn Orlandoni for your generosity.
Busing to the Grange……. Yes, we will once again start bus service to the Grange this month. We will utilize the services of My Magic Bus for our night events. This can only be accomplished if we have the numbers to support the expenditure so please take advantage of this service. For just a nominal fee of $2, you can have door to door service and never have to enter a cold car….. Come join in, you can even have that extra glass of wine without the worry of driving!!
This service is subsidized by the BECBA Board. If it is not utilized by more than 20 people it will be discontinued. For those in the community who drive, this will be just an inconvenience. However, those who no longer drive will be left with no way to attend our events. SHOWBOAT At the Westchester theatre
When: November 11th Time: 9:30am
PLEASE BE AT THE GRANGE 15 MINUTES EARLY!!!
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Classified Ads
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Available: Senior Caregiver. Experienced caregiver in our community is available to lend a hand to those in need in our community. (Elsie Powers & Jessie Ehrmann WERE FORMER clients) Call Cathy: 201-421-5993
Cheesecakes by Carol: Never frozen, infused with flavor (not topped w/ fruit). Plain $20; All fruit infused $22; Specialty Praline, Maple Walnut or Almond $24 — Too much for you?, share the cake and the cost with a friend. You can freeze them to have on hand for unexpected guests. Baked to order. You won’t regret it. Call: 973-506-4716
Wanted: Older Used reliable car for your Social director’s husband. Please Call Millie at the office 973-728-6896 Community Offerings
West Milford Senior Services at Hillcrest
October 15th-Senior Services is hosting a free seminar on the signs, symptoms and care for diabe- tes provided by Griswold Home Care Center. Know what to look for many adults have symptoms that go untreat- ed. Dessert, coffee, tea will be provided. You may win a prize! Sign up for Lunch for $1.25-please state if you will be having lunch when you register. Starts at 12:15pm.
October 8th - Hillcrest Community Center Nutrition Site hosting Oktoberfest luncheon - traditional German fare and some surprises $1.25 p.p. Must pre-register by October 6th (LIMITED availability). Call Marlene at Senior Services 973-728-2871 to register.
October 30 – Just $1- Friends on Friday Oktoberfest and concert with Eric Kerssen. Location: Hillcrest Community Center gym. Great German fare, fabulous entertainment and raffle! Don't miss out on this! Register by October 16th - LIMITED call - Marlene Senior Services at 973-728-2871. Payment can be made the day of the event.
Camp Hope
Tuesday Supper Club-Every Tuesday -10am-3pm come enjoy the afternoon. For just $3 come have lunch, play cards and bingo. Lunches are hot and fresh. No reservations needed. Volume VI; Issue X Page 9
Annual Oktoberfest / Halloween Party (Costumes Optional) Set for Halloween Sunday, October 11th I can promise you this will be a spooktacular event!
You aren’t required to be in costume but, for those who are, there will be prizes!!!!
We will be dining on authentic German cuisine thanks to our own Austrian/German caterer, Otto Stroli. Including apple strudel for dessert! Dinner music will be all German, and then we will switch over to frightfully good party music!
Wine and Beer will flow, the music will set the mood and that’s just the beginning of the “Treats” I have in store for you. Come on out! No “Tricks” here….. just a goodtime! Please make your checks payable to BECBA, no later than October 6th.
The Magic bus will be on hand to give you door to door service. The fee is just $2 per person and can be added to the check you write for your reservation.
When: Sunday, October 11th Time: 5-8:30pm Cost: $22 per person
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Quote of the Month:
“Any fool can criticize, condemn & complain… and most do.”
~Dale Carnegie
Your Monthly Groan
Every year, Smitty and his wife Martha went to the State Fair. And every year, Smitty would say, "Martha, I'd like to ride in that there airplane." And every year, Martha would reply, "I know, Smitty, but that airplane ride costs ten dollars, and ten dollars is ten dollars."
This one year Smitty and Martha went to the fair and Smitty said, "Martha, I'm 71 years old. If I don't ride that airplane this year I may never get another chance. "
Martha replied, "Smitty, that there airplane ride costs ten dollars, and ten dollars is ten dollars."
The pilot overheard them and said, "Folks, I'll make you a deal. I'll take you both up for a ride. If you can stay quiet for the entire ride and not say one word, I won't charge you, but if you say one word it's ten dollars." Smitty and Martha agreed, and up they went.
The pilot performed all kinds of twists and turns, rolls and dives, but not a word is heard. He even does a nose dive, pulling up 15 feet above the ground, but still not a word. They land and the pilot turns to Smitty, "By golly, I did everything I could think of to get you to yell out, but you didn't."
Smitty replied, "Well, I was gonna say something when Martha fell out, ...but ten dollars is ten dollars!"
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A mother tells her little boy, "Johnny, you mustn't eat too many lollies or I'll hide the lolly jar." Johnny asks, "Why?" His mother says, "Because something bad will happen! Your tummy will blow up big like a balloon and then pop!" The next day at church, the boy is sitting next to a pregnant woman. He points to her belly smiling and says, "I know what you've been doing!" ______
An old man goes into the Social Security Office and fills out an application. Too old to have a birth certificate, he is asked to prove he is old enough. He opens his shirt and shows them the gray hair on his chest and they accept that as proof. He goes home to his wife, shows her the check, and explains to her what has happened. She replies, "Well get back down there, pull down your pants, and see if you can get disability! ______
Two blondes walk beside each other down the street. One of them sees a broken piece of mirror on the ground, grabs it, looks at it and says, "This girl looks so familiar, but I can't remember where I know her from." The other girl grabs it from her hand, takes a look at it, and says, "It's me you idiot!"
Volume VI; Issue X Page 12 Dates to pencil in for the Fall
Last Casino Trip of 2015 - Tuesday, November 17th
Musical Review - Wednesday, November 18th
Holiday Show at the Grange - Wednesday, December 2nd
Trip to West Point to see the Military Band and Lunch at the Thayer Hotel - Saturday, December 5th
Annual Holiday Party - Sunday, December 13th
More to Come!!!!!
Meeting Dates for BECARD/BECBA and BECTA
BECBA/BECARD BECTA
Tuesday, Sept. 15 - 3:00pm Monday, Sept. 21 - 7:00pm Tuesday, Dec. 15 - 3:00pm Monday, Dec. 7 - 7pm Tuesday, Mar. 15 - 3:00pm Monday, Mar. 14 - 7pm Tuesday, Jun. 21 - 3:00pm (Annual) Monday, Jun. 13 - 7pm (Annual) Meetings are subject to change at any time
A little help goes a long way and now it’s even easier!
Just once a month at the larger dinners, the assigned building is asked to have a few people stay and help clear the tables of the centerpieces & wine glasses which are to be put on the U-shaped table in front of the opening in front of the kitchen. This will only take a few minutes but, the extra hands save quite a bit of time and allows “Our Cherubs” the ability to run the dishwasher, bring items back to storage and put things away. Just ten minutes of help goes a long way at the end of the night! I truly appreciate your assistance and look forward to seeing you at our events.
Buildings Assigned Each Month to assist with activities at the Grange!
October - Building 6 November - Building 7 December - Building 9 Volume VI; Issue X Page 13
Management reminders:.
Greenhouse will be open this month. Please put your name & address on any plants you store, and make sure there is someone to water them. October is Fire Prevention Month. Please make sure to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Maintenance men are available after hours to assist you at your cost. If you are leaving your unit for an extended period of time, please make sure your heat is on, as not to cause any issues, and that someone has a key to your unit in case of emergency. You may want to leave your cabinets under your sinks open as well, in case of freezing conditions. For your safety, in case of power outages, please make sure you keep a flashlight readily available for your use and that you have batteries on hand. Please be reminded, Handicap Parking is only for handicap visitors—not residents. If you need to park in this space in an emergency, you may only do so for a limited amount of time, AND you must contact the management office.
We would like to wish everyone a Happy Halloween and hope you enjoy the Fall. The weather is crisp—time for sweaters & football! Enjoy this time of year with your friends & families!!!
“Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons.” ~Jim Bishop
Good News at The Grange is a publication exclusively for the Residents of Bald Eagle Commons. Editor: Millie Blazovic, Social Director All submissions should be sent to The Grange, 21 Richmond Rd., West Milford, NJ 07480, or e-mailed to [email protected] no later than the 20th of the month. Any question or concerns regarding the newsletter or its content, please call 973-728-6896.
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