Leisure World News OF MARYLAND August 2, 2019 • Published Twice a Month • residents.lwmc.com • leisureworldmaryland.com Deadline Extended Board Approves Revised for Resident Survey Process for Project Proposals by Stacy Smith, Leisure World News of the Fitness Center, which opened in 2017, and the LWCC n a near-unanimous vote, the board-approved Administration ILeisure World Community Building and Clubhouse I site Corporation (LWCC) board of improvements, which have yet directors approved the adoption to be constructed. of a revised process for updating Although the LWCC board the Facilities Enhancement Plan does not plan to issue a call for (FEP) at its regular meeting on project proposals at this time, July 30. having a clear process in place The revised document will eliminate any confusion outlines the procedure and about how proposals are to be process to be followed should submitted, reviewed and priori- the LWCC board approve a call tized, according to the rationale Residents have about two and a half weeks left to complete the resident for project proposals for the FEP for the resolution. survey for strategic planning, which is available as a paper copy or online via in the future. The revised document (residents.lwmc.com). Screenshot by Leisure World News The FEP is the multi-year includes a flow chart that by Leisure World News capital improvements plan for outlines the steps a project “The Strategic Planning Leisure World Trust projects. proposal would follow. All Survey” under the “Your he deadline to respond Some of the FEP’s projects proposals received from unit Community” dropdown to the resident survey have included the construction ➤ to page 2 T arrow. for strategic planning for the community Copies Available has been extended Residents who Kid’s Got Game through have misplaced or Wednesday, discarded the paper Aug. 21. copy of the survey There will be that was mailed to no additional them in June can extension, pick up a copy at the according to the front desk in the Admin- Special Strategic Planning istration Building or the E&R Committee (SSPC). office in either Clubhouse I or Residents who have yet II. Bring your Leisure World ID to respond to the survey can and a picture ID. either: For assistance filling out • fill in the paper copy of the the survey, call (240-560- survey that was mailed to 5794) and leave a message. them in June and return it Your call will be returned by through the mail; or the next business day. • complete the survey online For an update on the stra- A young golfer with The First Tee program takes a bunker shot during a by signing in to (residents. tegic planning process, see youth tournament at the golf course on July 22. For details about the event, lwmc.com) and clicking on page 3. see page 3. Photo by Stacy Smith, Leisure World News
Governance & Information..... 4 Sports, Games & Thoughts & Opinions...... 6 Scoreboards...... 40 Two new clubs, one for dog Events & Entertainment...... 8 Classes & Seminars...... 44 lovers and the other for Calendar of Events...... 47 Movie Schedule...... 12 fitness enthusiasts, are Health & Fitness...... 16 Governance Meeting Schedules...... 47 INSIDE Clubs, Groups & forming at Leisure World. For Organizations...... 20 Classifieds...... 50 details, see page 20. Club Trips Listing...... 38 and what their priority ought per unit per month, the new services can be enhanced:
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Board➤ Patricia Hempstead. TV agreement largely accounting and broadcasting) from page 1 for the increase. • Frontsteps (the resident owners, advisory committees Budget Process website’s platform) and and management would be The budget process for 2020 Administration Building Leisure World’s database submitted to the Community will likely extend into September Leisure World received systems Planning Advisory Committee of this year, said LWCC board proposals for the Administration • security gate access (CPAC) and then initially chairperson Paul Eisenhaur. Building and Clubhouse I Site • Physical Properties Depart- reviewed by a joint CPAC and A revised draft of the 2020 Improvements project from two ment’s field service and ware- Budget and Finance Advisory budget assumptions will be architectural firms in late July. house management Committee subcommittee. reviewed by the Budget and Management is in the process The LWCC board would make Finance Advisory Committee at of reviewing those bids and Other Updates the final determination on which its meeting on Wednesday, Aug. plans to begin interviewing firms • A request for proposals projects to include in the FEP. 21, and then the Committee will during the second full week of was sent out recently “The projects that seem rele- send its recommendation to the August, said Tom Snyder, assis- for auditing services, vant at any given point in time LWCC board. tant general manager of facilities according to Audit Advisory can be looked at and compared, The proposed budget includes and services. Committee member Phil and the board can determine an approximate $31.25 increase The Montgomery County Marks. Leisure World’s which ones they feel are viable in the Community Facilities fee Planning Board approved the current auditing contract project’s site plan with condi- has expired. tions on March 28, 2019, and • The deadline for residents has documented the conditions to complete the survey through a safety resolution that for strategic planning has was approved July 18. been extended through Wednesday, Aug. 21. See Information Technology the front page of this edition Projects Report of the newspaper for more Leisure World’s senior busi- information. ness and systems analyst Dave Merritt provided the board with Board meeting agenda packets a report on the various informa- and minutes are available online tion technology-related projects at (residents.lwmc.com). After he is working on, including signing into the website, click on an analysis of the workflow “Resident Document Locator” processes of each department. under the “Documents” drop- Merritt is helping to develop down arrow. In the Resource standard operating procedures Center, click on the “Board of for each department that may Directors” folder. include automating some The next regular meeting of processes or introducing tech- the LWCC board of directors is nology to optimize workflow and scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27, at reduce costs. 9:30 a.m. in Clubhouse I. LWCC Merritt is also considering board meetings are open to all how the following products and residents unless legally closed. 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2 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Special Strategic Planning Committee Committee Looks Ahead to Strategic Planning Process for Community by Arthur N. Popper about these meetings will be gathering census data from Contact Information forthcoming. various sources to validate the For questions about the stra- he Special Strategic The SSPC anticipates that sampling of the survey itself. tegic planning process, contact TPlanning Committee the focus groups will take place This validation is standard the SSPC at one of the following: (SSPC) encourages every in October and the community procedure when doing any • Email – ([email protected]) resident (owners and renters) meetings in November. large-scale population survey. • Phone – (240-560-5794) to fill out the resident survey In each case, participants In addition, the GMU team • Mail – (SSPC attn.: Ernesto so that the Committee will be invited to the meetings is examining all senior commu- Castillo, 3701 Rossmoor has the best and broadest on a random basis to ensure nities within approximately Blvd., Silver Spring, MD representation of resident the Committee has a broad and a 100-mile radius of Leisure 20906) views about Leisure World for unbiased sample of residents. World to get an understanding now and for the future. of what these communities Once the resident survey is Gathering Data offer to their residents by way JOEL'S complete, the SSPC will start At the July 23 SSPC meeting, of amenities and services. to plan the focus groups and Dr. Terry Clower, consultant Real estate experts at GMU EXECUTIVE community meetings that are from George Mason Univer- are also reaching out to devel- CAR SERVICE part of the overall strategic sity (GMU), reported that his opers to understand what 301-438-9777 planning process. Details staff and students are now they are planning for future 301-980-4734 (cell) senior communities in terms of amenities, services and home • Airport styles. • Trains Golf Course Welcomes The SSPC appreciates the continued support and • Doctor involvement of all residents in a Visits Youth Tournament process that is vital not only for current residents but also for Get the Royal Treatment the future of the community. Available 24 hours.
A young golfer with The First Tee program takes a shot at the driving range during a youth tournament on July 22. Photo by Stacy Smith, Leisure World News by Leisure World News of area golf courses that partners with the program. wenty-four local youths Volunteers from the Ladies DANCE-WORTHY SAVINGS! Tfrom 11-16 years old teed 9- and 18-hole golf leagues off at the golf course July 22 in served as the tournament’s one of The First Tee program’s ball spotters. area tournaments. Perrie, LLC, the company The First Tee is a youth that operates the restaurants Big Savings development program for at Leisure World, catered the young golfers that provides event, and general manager 10% OFF UP TO $250! “educational programs that Kevin Flannery provided golf off Service or Installation* build character; instills life-en- balls to the participants. ✔ Award winning ✔ Master Electrical certified ✔ EPA certifications hancing values; and promotes A Pro-Am First Tee event ✔ Master Gas Fitter certified ✔ Factory trained ✔ NATE certified healthy choices through the is in the planning stages game of golf,” according to the for fall 2020, according to www.presidentialheatandair.com/leisure-world-2019 program’s website. Golf and Greens Advisory * See website for details. Leisure World’s golf Committee chairperson course is one of a number Brenda Curtis-Heiken. CALL TODAY 301-517-9023
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 3 GOVERNANCE & Information Red Wiggler Market Dial 301-598-1313 has Returned for recorded Daily Events ed Wiggler Community Farm sells locally grown and R certified organic vegetables at Leisure World on Thursday, 2019 Broadcast Schedule - Channel 974 Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29, from 9 a.m.-noon in The Inter-Faith Executive Committee meetings are broadcast on Wednesday, Chapel parking lot. Thursday and Friday the week after the meeting. Board of Direc- Squash, tomatoes, beans, beets and peppers, as well as corn, tors meetings are broadcast on Monday, Wednesday and Friday peaches and fresh-cut flowers will be available for purchase. Cash the week after the meeting. All broadcasts are at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. is preferred, but credit cards are accepted. The event is sponsored by the Inter-Faith Missions Committee. Executive Committee Meeting Board of Directors Meeting To learn more about Red Wiggler Farm, visit (www.redwiggler. The Aug. 16 meeting airs on The July 30 meeting airs on org). Aug. 21, 22 and 23. Aug. 5, 7 and 9. – Leisure World News Group Email Addresses Residents wishing to contact Leisure World Management or a specific Aug. 15: MVA Mobile department, the LWCC Board of Directors, or the Executive Committee may send an email to the appropriate email address listed below. It will automatically be forwarded to all members of that group who have an Office Returns email address on record. by Leisure World News Messages to any of the email groups should pertain only to the man- agement and operation of Leisure World trust properties, services, or eed to do business activities. Please do not send emails to multiple addresses, as there will N with Maryland’s Motor be a duplication of recipients and will not result in a faster response to Vehicle Administration? The your question or comment. Messages pertaining to mutuals or anything MVA on Wheels returns to else which Management, the Board of Directors, or Executive Commit- Leisure World on Thursday, tee does not control should also not be sent to these groups. Aug. 15. The group email addresses are: The van will be located in the • LWMC Management - [email protected] Clubhouse II parking lot, where • LWCC Board of Directors - [email protected] the hours of operation are • LWCC Executive Committee - [email protected] 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Photo by Leisure World News • Administration - [email protected] Services offered include • Communications - [email protected] renewal of non-commercial • Education and Recreation - [email protected] • Physical Properties - [email protected] driver’s licenses, Maryland photo identification cards and • Security - [email protected] vehicle registration. You also can obtain a duplicate driver’s license, a certified copy of a driving record, disability placards, substitute stickers, return tags and duplicate registrations, as well as apply for a change of address. Pool Open for One If you need to register to vote and/or want to register as an organ donor, you can do that at the mobile office, too. Extra Hour Aug. 20: Medical Center Hosts Welcome Event he MedStar Health medical T center hosts a welcome event on Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 2-4 p.m. at the medical center, located at 3305 Leisure World Photo by Leisure World News Boulevard. The event includes an in-depth he outdoor pool has extended its hours of operation for tour of the facility, presentations T the rest of the season. regarding resources and services in Residents and their adult guests can now swim daily from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., weather permitting. Children ages 4-15 may and surrounding the building, light Photo by Leisure World News fare, giveaways and a chance to ask swim from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily. questions at tables set up in the The pool is expected to close for the season on Monday, building’s conference/break room. Sept. 2, Labor Day. Residents can tune into Closed Circuit tele- The welcome event is free for all residents. Stop by and discover vision channel 972, call (301-598-1313) or check (residents. what the medical center has to offer. lwmc.com) for schedule changes. – Leisure World News – Leisure World News 4 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee (EPAC) Beating the Summer Heat: Hot Weather Tips for Seniors by Alan Nelson becomes unable to control its weakness; tiredness, dizzi- 6. Know your medica- temperature. ness or fainting; headache, tion – The heat may affect eople aged 65 years and Signs and symptoms nausea or vomiting; fast, your reaction to certain P older are more prone to of heat stroke include an weak pulse rate; and fast, medications. heat-related health problems extremely high body tempera- shallow breathing. 7. Have friends check than younger people for ture (above 103 degrees up on you – Plan to have a several reasons. Fahrenheit), a rapid, strong Prevention Tips friend or neighbor check on Older people do not pulse, throbbing headache, To prevent heat-related you at different times of the adjust as well as younger dizziness and nausea. illnesses, consider taking the day when the temperature is people to sudden changes In the event of heat stroke, following precautions: extremely high. in temperatures, and they call 911. Heat stroke is a 1. Drink plenty of water – are more likely to have a serious medical emergency Don’t wait until you’re thirsty. BEST RATES IN DC chronic medical condition that can cause permanent 2. Avoid alcohol and $80 x Two Men- 2 or 3 Hours Minimum that changes normal body disability or death if emer- caffeine – These beverages • Pickups / Deliveries responses to heat, according gency treatment is not cause your body to lose more to the Centers for Disease provided. water, as do drinks containing Control and Prevention. large amounts of sugar. CONTINENTAL MOVERS They are also more likely to Heat Exhaustion 3. Stay indoors – If Professional Movers Who Really Care take prescription medicines Heat exhaustion is a possible, seek an air-condi- Owner Operated Since 1982 that impair the body’s ability milder form of heat-related tioned environment. References – Local & Long Distance Packing Services – Pianos & Big Objects to regulate its temperature, illness that can develop after 4. Dress cool – Wear or that inhibit perspiration. several days’ exposure to high loose-fitting, light-colored temperatures or unbalanced clothing, sunscreen and a Heat Stroke replacement of fluids. wide-brimmed hat when Heat stroke is the most Signs and symptoms of outdoors. serious heat-related illness heat exhaustion include heavy 5. Avoid strenuous activity – Call for a FREE Quote and occurs when the body sweating; muscle cramps and Cut down on exercise. 202.438.1489 301.340.0602 www.continentalmovers.net Have You Filled Out Your Strategic Planning Survey? Deadline extended to August 21, 2019 There are two ways to fill out the survey: • Fill out and mail in the paper copy of the survey you received in the mail. • Fill out the survey online by signing in to residents.lwmc.com, selecting the “Your Community” menu item, and then selecting “The Strategic Planning Survey.” The survey link is located at the bottom of the web page. Need help filling out the survey? Call (240) 560-5794 and someone will call you back within the next business day. Did not receive the survey or misplaced it? Copies of the survey are available at the front desk in the Administration Building and the E&R offices in both clubhouses. Bring your Leisure World ID and a picture ID.
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 5 THOUGHTS & OPINIONS: From Our Residents remedy. Yet, I have not read filed by malcontents to include that an opt-out would be other homeowners without A Few Things to provided. If the court decides their cooperation and approval to certify the lawsuit as a class seems delusional at best and at Remember action suit then will this mean worst, arrogant. Relevance: Make sure that your submission is relevant to every homeowner becomes a – Peter A. La Lena the LW community as a whole and not to just captive plaintiff with no ability one person, mutual, or organization. to opt out? INFORMATION The motion also states Respect: Remember that your opinion is about ideas, not members of the LWCC board ON COMCAST individuals, and please avoid personal attacks. of directors are not elected CONTRACT by all of the homeowners Brevity: Being concise will ensure that your opinion will thereby making those positions he new Comcast contract have maximum impact. improper and illegal. Yet, like- Thas been approved to wise, none of the complainants become effective on Wednesday, Accuracy: Document all factual assertions. Opinions that were elected by Leisure World Jan. 1, 2020. Naturally, each are backed up with facts are more powerful, but homeowners. Some may see resident will wonder, “How only if the facts are accurate. the irony in this situation but, does it affect me?” In the last in my opinion, all I can see is six months, there have been Ownership: All submissions are subject to editing but you hypocrisy. countless Leisure World News will have the opportunity to approve the edits Additional allegations, articles, open resident forums before publication. without supporting evidence, and open governance meetings on the subject. Information Opinions are strictly those of the writers in item 65, page 25, are made . Thoughts and Opinions is that imposition of certain has been made available, but maintained by the Communications Advisory Committee. Leisure World fees constitutes with 8,000+ residents, getting DISMAY OVER per (law.com), as joining a burden upon plaintiffs’ unit information to everybody must together of several lawsuits or interest in their properties, be ongoing. And it certainly will AMENDED LAWSUIT parties all in one lawsuit where decreases value and market- be. am dismayed to learn, after the legal issues and factual situ- ability. Advertisements in But right now, the immediate Ireading the July 5, 2019 ation are the same for all plain- the July 5 edition of Leisure source of information is your edition of Leisure World News, tiffs and defendants. However, World News proclaim that the mutual representative to the that the lawsuit against Leisure one of the conditions for housing market is hot (page Leisure World Community World Community Corporation joinder is that notice must be 23), inventory is low and homes Corporation board of direc- (LWCC) and Leisure World made to all parties. are selling fast (page 33). These tors. Given that the board of Management Corporation My interpretation of item advertisements would seem to directors was the final decision was resubmitted to court with 116 is that the plaintiffs, belie item 65. maker for this deal, the direc- amendments. I shall refer to wanting legal recognition as Further, in item 97, page tors were particularly well both organizations simply as representatives of all Leisure 32, there is invocation of the informed throughout the entire Leisure World. World property owners, risk of immediate, substantial process. While I have not reviewed cannot be bothered to expend and irreparable harm without Since residents have a huge the entire motion, I wish to the time and effort to notify judicial intervention. Again, it variety of different service share some concerns based every homeowner and want seems that no specific example provider plans, it’s difficult to upon what I have read. Despite a “pass” from the court. How is offered nor any evidence make any general statements the original complaint being absurd! Couldn’t a notice be given to support such claims. that would apply to every indi- dismissed, the court is asked to placed in Leisure World News If someone wants to sue vidual. The contract calls for an reconsider and grant jury trial. as a good faith attempt to notify Leisure World on their own, on-site Comcast representative The Court is also asked to the Leisure World community for whatever reason, that is at Leisure World. But that grant class action status (item and/or solicit public support? their prerogative. But, in my person will begin later this fall. 30, page 18). Also advised that How about petitions? opinion, it is unacceptable That is why asking your repre- members of Maryland Class In my experience with class when complainants try to sentative about your specific (5,600 plus homeowners) are action suits, I always received ensnare others as unwilling situation now is a good first so numerous their joinder notification regarding each and/or unknowing participants step to finding the information is impracticable (item 116, action with the opportunity to in their legal schemes. The you need. page 35). Joinder is defined, “opt out” and seek individual idea that a lawsuit could be – Paul Eisenhaur SUBMITTING AN ITEM TO THOUGHTS & OPINIONS
1. Submissions must be emailed to [email protected] or delivered to the LW News Office. 2. Receipt of submissions will be confirmed by email or telephone. 3. Submissions must state the writer’s name, address, telephone number, and email address, if any, but if the material is published, it will include only the writer’s name. 4. LW News cannot guarantee when or if a submission will be published. 5. To view the full Leisure World News Guidelines, login to (residents.lwmc.com) and click on Documents, then select the Advisory and Special Committees folder, and click the Communications folder.
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 7 EVENTS & Entertainment ■■Education and Recreation Department ■■Sock Hop Group Aug. 3: Vocalists Aug. 3: Groove at ‘Sock Perform Sentimental Hop Live’ Tribute to Doris Day by Abigail Murton n Saturday, Aug. 3, experience inger and “Sock Hop Live” when the band actress Doris O S Groove Quest performs from 7-10 p.m. Day (1922-2019) in Clubhouse I, with karaoke from is an icon of music 6-7 p.m. and the Silver The price of admission is $10 and a Screen. Photo by Doug Brasse cash bar will be available. Dancers may In her mid-teens, bring their own non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. she began singing And then on Saturday, Aug. 17, sock hop to the for noted band- sounds of Take Two Entertainment from 7-10 p.m. in leaders such as Clubhouse II, with karaoke from 6-7 p.m. The price of Bing Crosby and From left, pianist and vocalist Frank Plumer and admission is $5. Dancers may bring their own bever- Les Brown. And it vocalist Rachel Panay, courtesy photos ages and snacks. was while working Come relive the fun of high school dances. For questions, contact for Brown in 1945 that she Leisure World audiences. Doug Brasse at (301-448-8708). recorded “Sentimental A musician from the age of Journey,” which became her four, he performs regularly ■ first smash hit. at the Metropolitan Club and ■Arts in Motion (AIM) Her singing eventually led has been entertaining area her into acting, and during audiences for more than 30 the 1950s and 1960s, Day was years. Aug. 9: ‘Settle’ in to Enjoy one of Hollywood’s biggest Plumer has also enter- stars. Later in her career, she tained many celebrities and Returning Performer also starred in several TV Washington luminaries series. including Hillary Clinton, As her singing and acting George W. Bush, Michelle Shirleta Settles career drew to a close, she Obama, Ivanka Trump and by Grace Cooper scholarships to art students launched herself anew as an Stevie Wonder, among and presenting outstanding animal rights activist, advo- others. His repertoire ickets for AIM’s Friday, musicians, writers and budding cating against the misuse and includes classical, jazz, TAug. 9, performance artists to the community abuse of animals. Broadway works, American featuring favorite returning through programs and events. Day’s songs endure and standards and music from singer Shirleta Settles are still have become woven into the around the world, often available. If you have been July Concert tapestry of the American including humor with the away on vacation and In a last minute Songbook. music. haven’t gotten yours change, AIM On Saturday, Aug. 3, at This performance is yet, you still have presented the talented 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse II vocalist Panay’s first appear- time to do so. and spirited singer auditorium, pianist and ance at Leisure World. A As usual, tickets Jeri Frye and her vocalist Frank Plumer and graduate of Duke Ellington are $20 per person talented supporting vocalist Rachel Panay pay School for the Arts and the (check only, payable musicians at its tribute to Day’s music, prestigious Berklee College to AIM) and available regular monthly performing some of her most of Music, Panay is a six-time in the Clubhouse I concert on July 12. recognizable songs such as Billboard Club charting E&R office. Hors Sheila Ford, who was Shirleta Settles, courtesy “Sentimental Journey,” “Que singer/songwriter. d’oeuvres and snacks originally scheduled photo Sera, Sera,” “It’s Magic,” She recently returned to are included. Cock- to perform, had a “Secret Love” and many her musical theatre roots tails begin at 5 p.m., sudden change to more. They will share stories appearing as Rose in Theatre and the show starts her schedule and from her career and insight Lab’s production of “The at 6 p.m. Reserved was not able to into the music as well. Secret Garden.” Panay is also tables of eight or appear. Tickets for this special a Wolf Trap resident teaching more are limited to Frye performed tribute are $10 per person artist in the Washington, members only. many jazz classics, and the audi- and are on sale in both club- D.C., schools and has been Always check AIM’s website ence sang along, clapped and house E&R offices. Please commissioned by Wolf Trap at (aimarts.net) to find out otherwise entered into the act. bring your Leisure World ID. to create and perform her about upcoming programs. The enthusiastic audience gave original children’s perfor- Proceeds from AIM’s concerts Frye a standing ovation and About the Performers mance piece, “Jazz Cat/Blues help support the local art asked her to return to Leisure Plumer is well-known to Kitty.” scene by providing awards and World at a later date. 8 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Education and Recreation Department ■■Foundation of Leisure World Aug. 11: The Fabulous Hubcaps Roll Into Town lways a favorite, The and the Do Ron Ron, the band of the band A Fabulous Hubcaps return continues to create the classic impersonate. to Leisure World on Sunday, sounds from the early days The group was Aug. 11. Co-sponsored by of 1950s rock ‘n’ roll through inducted into the the E&R Department and the pop music of the 1970s. Southern Legends the Foundation of Leisure Remember drive-in movies, Entertainment World, the band performs milkshakes and sock hops? and Performing two shows, one at Remember the day Arts Hall of Fame 4:30 p.m. and the trips to Ocean City, and the Maryland other at 7 p.m., in traveling down Entertainment the Clubhouse II Route 50 listening Hall of Fame, auditorium. to the Beach Boys? which named Tickets are $15 If the answer is them the 2015 The Fabulous Hubcaps, courtesy photo per person and “yes,” then let The “Vocal Group of the Year.” educational and cultural are on sale in both Fabulous Hubcaps This is a fun and fantastic purposes. Contributions clubhouse E&R offices. take you on a musical show you will not want to miss! to the Foundation may be Please bring your Leisure journey down memory lane. claimed as deductions on World ID. And on the journey, you About the Foundation income tax returns to the may even encounter the The Foundation of Leisure extent permitted by law. If About the Hubcaps likes of Elvis, The Platters, World is a 501(c)(3) organi- your club or organization has Performing since 1974, Ray Charles or any one of zation that was established a need, email the Foundation originally as Harvey Hubcap the many artists members for charitable, health, at ([email protected]). ■■Education and Recreation Department Aug. 17: ‘Our Huckleberry Friend’ – The Music of Johnny Mercer n Saturday, Aug. 17 About the Performers For more than 35 years, O at 7:30 p.m. in the Ryan has been involved in using magic, song and humor, Clubhouse II auditorium, the music since she was in third Katz has entertained while duo of Chris Ryan and Jerry grade and sang a solo in the educating students and Katz return to Leisure World school play. She produced and teachers on energy topics. with another of their popular directed school musical produc- However, he decided to cabaret-style shows, this time tions, fostering in her students step away from teaching about Johnny Mercer. the thrill of being on stage and turn his own energy The American lyricist, song- singing and dancing in some of to producing unique and writer and singer is best known Broadway’s biggest hits. Later, entertaining cabaret shows for his catchy lyrics and upbeat she began performing at Wash- that, with his partner Ryan, tunes. Opening with “Jeepers ington, D.C.-area piano bars he performs throughout the Creepers” and closing with and recorded three CDs with Washington metropolitan American lyricist Johnny Mercer, photo “Accentuate the Positive,” Ryan Tom Saputo. area. courtesy (commons.wikimedia.org) and Katz will bring the music of Mercer to life as they perform many of his classic pieces, Trust Your Doctor with Your Eyes including his four Academy Award-winning songs. Many Trust Eyeland with Your Eyewear of them are still well-loved and remembered. Interspersed with the songs will be video of other singers, composers he collaborated $150 OFF with and movie segments that a pair of feature his music to illustrate prescription glasses Mercer’s 46-year career and the movie music and lyrics he created. Presented by the E&R Department, tickets for the show are $8 per person and are on sale in both clubhouse “Bob went out of his way to 301-871-6454 E&R offices. Please bring your find the exact frame I wanted.” 13808 Georgia Ave. 1 mile south of LW. Leisure World ID. August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 9 ■■Ballroom Dance Club ■■Education and Recreation Department ■■Foundation of Leisure World Aug. 24: Hawaiian Sept. 7: ‘Satisfaction’ Dance Featuring Mike Rocks Like The Rolling Surratt and The ECB by Joyce Hendrix com) or (301-438-7513) no Stones later than Thursday, Aug. 22. n Saturday, Sept. 7 comes In 2005, the group was the he annual Hawaiian- The Club can’t guarantee O the show the Washington first to represent the Rolling T themed dance featuring entry to this much-awaited Post calls “a spot-on portrayal Stones in the renowned Las Mike Surratt and The and always well-attended of the Rolling Stones.” Vegas tribute show “Legends Eclectic Coalition dance without prior “Satisfaction/ in Concert.” It Band will be held reservations. The International was also chosen on Saturday, The Club’s summer Rolling Stones to promote the Aug. 24, from 7:30- dress code is a more Show” is 2008 Stones 10:30 p.m. in the relaxed business performed biography “Shine Clubhouse I Crystal casual with collared twice that day at a Light.” Ballroom. shirts and slacks for 4:30 p.m. and The group’s Since the Club’s the gentlemen and 7 p.m. in the other projects most recent dances dressy, casual outfits Clubhouse II include “A have reached for the ladies – no auditorium. The Symphony for capacity of 120 hats or jeans. Bring show is co- the Devil,” in dancers, the Club strongly out those Hawaiian shirts sponsored by the which it travels suggests making reservations and dresses from the back of E&R Department and the and plays with local as early as possible with Hal your closet and dress for the Foundation of Leisure symphony orchestras, Freeman at (bobbinhal@aol. occasion. World. and shows performed Tickets cost $15 jointly with a Beatles and become available tribute band. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Video and audio Musical Performances 8:30 a.m. at both samplings of “Satis- clubhouse E&R offices. faction” can be found on at the Clubhouse Grille Please bring your Leisure (rollingstoneshow.com). The following bands will perform from 6-8 p.m. in the Clubhouse Grille restaurant. To World ID. make dinner reservations, call (301-598-1330). A $5 cover charge applies. About the Foundation Aug. 7 The Night and Day Band with Mike Suser and About the Show The Foundation of Leisure vocalist Charlene Cochrane “Satisfaction” was founded in World is a 501(c)(3) organiza- Aug. 14 Motown Classics with The Winstons Duo 2001 by its executive producer tion that was established for Chris LeGrand, who performs health, educational and cultural Aug. 21 Michael Binder, Swing’N On A Star in the likeness of Mick Jagger. purposes. Contributions to the Aug. 28 “Sax with Mike” Surratt He and the rest of the cast Foundation may be claimed Sept. 11 Motown Classics with The Winstons Duo have since played over 3,500 as deductions on income tax performances and toured inter- returns to the extent permitted nationally. The show demands by law. If your club or organi- of its performers adherence to zation has a need, email the their characters in look, sound Foundation at (foundation@ and stage presence. lwmc.com). Coming in 2019 The E&R Department is pleased to provide the following programs. Aug. 3, 7 p.m. A Tribute to Doris Day Aug. 11, 4:30 p.m. The Fabulous Hubcaps Aug. 11, 7 p.m. The Fabulous Hubcaps Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m. Jerry Katz and Chris Ryan – Our Huckleberry Friend Sept. 7, 4:30 p.m. The Rolling Stones Tribute Sept. 7, 7 p.m. The Rolling Stones Tribute Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m. An Evening Under the Stars with the Dixieland Express Sept. 15, 7 p.m. Studio Artemis Dancers Sept. 17, 1:30 p.m. La Serenata
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10 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Education and Recreation Department Sept. 14: Enjoy an Evening Under the Stars with the Dixieland Express n Saturday, Sept. 14, from 7:30- a few. These are the O10 p.m. on the Clubhouse I lanai, tunes that one would enjoy a pleasant evening under the expect to hear in New stars with the Dixieland Express. This Orleans. Many of the is a chance to enjoy the end of summer band members have also weather before the cooler temperatures of played with bands in the fall. Big Easy. The evening will feature well-known The Dixieland local jazz musician Henning Hoehne, Express, which is who plays clarinet and soprano sax and managed by Leisure sings ever-popular tunes such as “Give Me World resident and a Kiss to Build a Dream On” and “It’s a trombonist John Wonderful World.” In addition to Hoehne Stewart, also performs on the reeds and vocals, the band includes at the E&R Depart- Dixieland Express, photo by Anita Franklin the full traditional Dixieland instrumenta- ment’s annual Mardi tion of cornet, trombone, tuba, banjo and Gras event in the Clubhouse I Crystal Come join the fun and dance, march drums, plus other band vocalists. Ballroom. or just listen to the sounds of the Dixie- The band will also play favorite Dixie- Light snacks will be provided. A cash bar land Express. Tickets are $15 per person land music such as “Bourdon Street will be available and a waitress will be on and go on sale beginning Tuesday, Parade,” “Do You Know What It Means hand to take your order for any food you Aug. 6, at 8:30 a.m. in both clubhouse to Miss New Orleans” and “Way Down wish to purchase (on your own) from the E&R offices. Please bring your Leisure Yonder in New Orleans,” to name just restaurant. World ID.
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 11 ■■Lions Club of Leisure World ■■Education and Recreation Department Sept. 14: Hometown Sept. 15: East Meets West Gospel Groups Perform in Multicultural Dance by Maxine Hooker Performance he Studio Artemis dancers New York-based performer Treturn to Leisure World and dance historian June on Sunday, Sept. 15, to present Seaney will perform the a delightful show that spans Guajira, a beautiful Spanish fan the globe! The performance is dance that has Cuban origins. at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse II Seaney will also present a auditorium. Turkish-style oriental dance This versatile, multi-tal- to “Bazalika” by Laço Tayfa. From left, Chosen Vessels, courtesy photo and Spiritual Jubilees of D.C., ented cast’s fun-filled dance Kurdish American Keylan photo courtesy Facebook concert features exciting Qazzaz will perform a dance and colorful dances from of exuberant determina- he Chosen Vessels and the Spiritual Spain, Turkey, Egypt, Greece, tion and love to the Greek T Jubilees of D.C., two hometown gospel India and the U.S. From the song “Mantissa.” She will also groups, return by popular demand to lift Smokey Tavernas offer an exciting your spirit with gospel music on Saturday, of Greece to the fusion dance to Sept. 14, at 5 p.m. in the Clubhouse II Sultan’s palaces the rollicking auditorium. of Cairo and Celtic song, “Rock- Invite family and friends to join the Club Istanbul, from the hill,” by Beltaine. for a wonderful evening when these two dynamic gospel groups streets of Spain Zywa and fill the room with their harmonious, rich voices. Come on out to to the disco clubs Darbuka Boy, clap your hands and pat your feet to the spiritual beat! of America...East a couple in real Tickets for this event are $20 (check only, payable to LW meets West on life, will perform Lions) and on sale Tuesday, Aug. 6, at 8:30 a.m. at the Club- stage! The troupe’s a playful and house I E&R office. All receipts benefit the Lions Club of Leisure performers hail charming duet. World’s vision, hearing and other humanitarian programs. from Italy, Greece, The audience will Turkey, Kurdistan enjoy the interplay and the U.S. as it sees why the The event is family that plays free, but tickets Studio Artemis dancer, cour- together, stays are required and tesy photo together! are available Together the beginning Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Studio Artemis dancers will 8:30 a.m. in both clubhouse perform the most popular folk E&R offices. Please bring your dance from southern Spain, Leisure World ID. the Sevillanas; a classical Egyp- tian belly dance choreographed Power Lift Scooters Performances by Zywa; and an improvised, Recliners Sicilian American dance fun-filled, finger cymbal, group artist Bonita Oteri perform number set to the sizzling a joyful Greek-style belly Latin pop song, “Havana.” dance as well as a contempo- For the finale, the troupe 877.224.2294 rary Bollywood dance from will dance to the popular Tina India. She will also dance a Turner song, “Proud Mary,” as WWW.YOURSCOOTERSHOP.COM smoldering interpretation Irma G lip syncs in the role of of “Besame Mucho.” Turner. Sales, Service and Rentals All new equipment comes with a FREE 2019 Movie Schedule maintenance program. (Call for details) Sponsored by the E&R Department Movies are FREE and shown for your enjoyment in the Clubhouse II auditorium, though you will need a ticket. Please pick up your tickets (limit two per person) on the date indicated below at either Clubhouse I or II. Please bring your Leisure World ID; and remember tickets can go fast. Show Date & Time Movie Tickets Available Aug. 4, 2 p.m. The Bookshop SOLD OUT Lightweight Portable Power Aug. 22, 1 p.m. First Man Aug. 6 Rollators Mobility Sept. 12, 1 p.m. Indivisible Aug. 20 Sept. 29, 2 p.m. The Wife Sept. 10 Oct. 17, 1 p.m. Chappaquiddick Sept. 24 Movies are subject to change.
12 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Education and Recreation Department Sept. 17: La Serenata Performs Even More Smokin’ Hot Love Duets ack by popular demand – La Tickets for this performance Dunstan received a BSerenata lights your fire are $6 per person and go on doctorate degree with with more of the most thrilling sale beginning Tuesday, Aug. 6, distinction in historical operatic love duets ever written! at 8:30 a.m. in both clubhouse musicology from Cath- The dynamic husband-wife E&R offices. Please bring your olic University and holds duo of tenor Dr. Harry Dunstan Leisure World ID. a master’s degree in and soprano Kay Krekow, who vocal performance from awed its Leisure World audience About the Performers The Catholic Univer- last spring, returns on Tuesday, A tenor, musicologist, accom- sity of America, and a Sept. 17, at 1:30 p.m. in the panist, translator, stage director, bachelor’s degree in Kay Krekow and Harry Dunstan, courtesy photos Clubhouse I Crystal Ballroom. lecturer and independent music history from Old Dunstan and Krekow have scholar, Dunstan is the founding Dominion University. College, Krekow received a made a career of performing artistic director of The American A soprano and accompanist, bachelor’s degree in vocal perfor- opera’s most exciting romantic Center for Puccini Studies, Krekow is the managing director mance with a minor in music music. Toast to the thrill of love- and one of the world’s leading of The American Center for education and organ. at-first-sight with the exhila- authorities on the art and life of Puccini Studies and an interna- Together they have led several rating “Brindisi” from Verdi’s “La Giacomo Puccini. tionally acclaimed interpreter popular classes at Leisure World Traviata;” be enchanted by the He serves as a consultant of the operatic heroines of – “Journeys and Experiences of hauntingly mysterious duet to opera companies, conduc- Puccini. She has sung world the Musical Mind,” “The Ulti- from Puccini’s little-known tors and musicians and has premieres and standard operatic mate Puccini Experience” and masterpiece, “Edgar;” share been a musical advisor to and oratorio repertoire at The “The Most Stunningly Beautiful in the tragedy of forbidden renowned movie producer Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall Music Ever Written and How to love in Verdi’s “Un Ballo in Peter Jackson. As well, Dunstan and The National Cathedral, as Listen to It.” Maschera;” and bring the fire presents seminars onLW music News Color Adwell— as9.5” in w.Germany, X 6.625” Italy deep and For more information on the extinguisher for a love too-hot- and the emotionalBarbara brain Michaluk, in the Weichert the Czech Realtors Republic. Phone She240 is506 also 2434 current class they’re offering and to-handle in Puccini’s “Manon field of neuroaestheticsRun Date andAug. is 2,a 2019a specialist Forward in the Position vocal music Please of how to register, see the Classes Lescaut.” This is why people go member of the Society for Music women composers. and Seminars section of this to the opera! Perception and Cognition. A graduate of Stephens edition. Barbara Sells Leisure World of Maryland
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 13 ■■Hispanos de Leisure World ■■Jewish Residents of Leisure World Aug. 9: ‘Hecho en Aug. 14: ‘King Bibi’ by Jonas Weiss media and communicating México’ with his public directly. by Loty Goldenberg he Jewish Residents “King Bibi” explores T of Leisure World the role American-style ispanos de Leisure World present (JRLW) and the politicking has H the film “Hecho en México” (2012, Bender Jewish played in shaping 1 hour 38 minutes, musical/documentary, Community Netanyahu’s Spanish with English subtitles, rated Center’s Coming of legacy. It’s a R for some language, sexual references Age in Maryland timely showing, and brief drug use) on Friday, Aug. 9, at program show coming just before 3 p.m. in Clubhouse I. “King Bibi” (2018, the September The documentary tells the story of some 1 hour 27 minutes, Israeli election. of contemporary Mexico’s most iconic documentary, A discussion artists and performers as they perform and not rated) on will follow the engage in casual and sometimes humorous Wednesday, film. All residents conversation. Aug. 14, at are welcome Tickets are not required, and all residents and their guests are 1:30 p.m. in the but sign up is welcome to attend. Clubhouse II required. The Coffee, tea and cookies are available after the movie. auditorium. cost to attend is $8 The film tells the per person (check remarkable story only, payable to PLEASE, NO CASH of Israel’s longest JRLW). Sign up The E&R offices inClubhouse I and II do not accept serving Prime begins on Friday, cash payment for programs or activities it sponsors. Minister, Benjamin Aug. 2, at 8:30 a.m. Payment can be made by check payable to LWMC. Netanyahu. His in the Clubhouse I Or, if $10 or more, payment can also be made with rise to power is reflected E&R office. When signing a credit card (MasterCard, Visa or Discover). When in four decades of public up, residents must provide paying for programs or events sponsored by Leisure appearances. He discovered the names of all those with World clubs and organizations, payment can only be made by the political benefits of whom they are attending the check, payable to that club or organization. distancing himself from the screening. ■■Education and Recreation Department Ask for the Thursday Afternoon at the Movies LEISURE WORLD Aug. 22: ‘First Man’ PACKAGE he E&R Department Armstrong” by James R. is pleased to present Hanson, the film follows and receive a free gift T “Thursday Afternoon at the Armstrong from 1961 through Movies.” Films are shown 1969 as he prepares for his 301.296.6864 at 1 p.m. in the epic journey, along Clubhouse II with his crewmates Pre-Paid arrangements available auditorium. Mike Collins and Just a Simple Just a Simple On Aug. 22, Buzz Aldrin, to Graveside Funeral the presentation land on the moon. (Winston 20 Gauge casket included) Cremation is “First Man” On July 20, 1969, (2018, 2 hours Armstrong became $3595 $1595 21 minutes, biog- the first man to set raphy/drama/ foot on the moon. Other Package Plans Available history, rated The film stars PG-13 for some Ryan Gosling as ➡ Convenient thematic content Neil Armstrong, involving peril, with Cory Stoll ➡ Simple and brief strong as Edwin “Buzz” language). Aldrin and Lukas ➡ Free tickets, limit two per Haas as Michael “Mike” Dignified person, are required and Collins. can be obtained beginning Thursday movie screenings ➡ Affordable Tuesday, Aug. 6, at 8:30 a.m. are for your enjoyment; there in either clubhouse E&R is no charge. Be sure to pick office. Please bring your up your ticket(s) in advance www.valuechoicebrand.com Leisure World ID. if you plan to attend. Please 1091 Rockville Pike | Rockville, MD 20852 | Email: [email protected] Based on the book “First note: No one will be seated Operating out of Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care, Inc. Rockville, MD Man: The Life of Neil A. after 1 p.m.
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 15 HEALTH & Fitness ■■Health Advisory Committee Aug. 29: Audiologist Presents on Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia by Sandra McLeskey treating hearing loss may help of experience in adult and the American Academy of to halt the decline. pediatric hearing and balance Audiology and the American any residents have some Dr. Julie Rorrer, an audiol- disorders and their treat- Speech-Language-Hearing M degree of hearing loss, ogist with Ascent Audiology & ment. She is certified through Association. while others have “ringing in Hearing, which has offices in the ears,” known the MedStar Health ■■Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) scientifically as medical center, will tinnitus, which speak on the link impairs their between cognitive hearing. But did you decline and hearing Sept. 12: Tech Options know that difficulty loss at a program hearing is one of the on Thursday, for the Visually Impaired factors that may lead Aug. 29, at 10 a.m. by Fred Shapiro retinitis pigmentosa and other to cognitive decline? in Clubhouse I. The visual impairments to connect Research has program is free and he impact of aging on a with loved ones and others shown that hearing open to all resi- person’s vision is a critical without using large, clunky loss leads to loss of T Dr. Julie Rorrer, courtesy dents, and tickets concern for many seniors, but desktop machines. brain tissue, which photo are not required. technological advances have The NuEyes removable visual leads to a decline in Rorrer earned helped to lessen this impact. prosthetic helps the visually brain function, which may lead her doctor of audiology degree On Thursday, Sept. 12, the impaired see again, all while to dementia. The good news is from A.T. Still University in Center for Lifelong Learning keeping their hands free. that some studies suggest that Arizona. She has a wide range (CLL) presents Kristi Linz of The question and answer Weartec Corporation to discuss period following the presenta- ■■Lions’ Vision Support Group “Beyond Glasses – Augmented tion will provide an opportunity and Virtual Reality for attendees to see Technology for the how these new tech- Sept. 11: Retina Expert Visually Impaired nologies are used. Featuring NuEyes.” The presentation is at About the Presenter Discusses Eye Diseases 2 p.m. in Clubhouse I. Linz has been he Lions’ Vision Support sponsored by the Lions Club The program is providing and TGroup’s of Leisure World free but residents educating on assistive next meeting in cooperation are asked to register technology since 2013. on Wednesday, with The Beacon beginning Tuesday, She is a referral source Sept. 11, will feature Newspapers and Aug. 6, at 8:30 a.m. Kristi Linz, courtesy for eye care profes- Dr. Catherine Cukras, the Prevention of by stopping by the photo sionals throughout the head of clinical Blindness Society Clubhouse I E&R Mid-Atlantic. She is investigation of of Metropolitan office or by calling (301-598- the founder of a distributorship retinal disease at Washington. Light 1300) to ensure adequate for next generation, portable the National Eye refreshments and seating. low vision solutions for visually Institute (NEI). The resource infor- The presentation will include impaired individuals. meeting will be held mation will be an overview of assistive tech- Linz volunteers with from 10 a.m.-noon provided. nology available, how assistive Columbia Lighthouse for the Dr. Catherine Cukras, in the Clubhouse II technology has evolved recently, Blind, where she assists visually courtesy photo auditorium. August Meeting and who is benefiting from this impaired and blind adults in Learn about Cancelled new technology and why. The their daily activities such as current research The Group technology that Linz will focus reading mail, grocery shopping outcomes of has cancelled on and will demonstrate is and running errands. retina disorders, its Wednesday, augmented reality and virtual She will be assisted by Hunter including treat- Aug. 14, meeting. reality head worn magnification. Yewman, a graduate of St. ments to slow the For more infor- NuEyes offers a small, Norbert College in Wisconsin. progression of mation about the compact yet powerful head worn He has been a medical sales visual impairment, as well as Lions’ Vision Support Group, device, exclusively designed representative for the past four reducing the chances of life-al- call Larry Cohen, facilitator for individuals who have a low years. tering falls. Information will also of the Lions’ Vision Support vision condition. NuEyes also be available on how to partici- Group, at (301-244-8004). All offers smart glasses that make it For information about all pate in NEI research efforts. residents and their guests are possible for those with macular CLL lectures and courses, visit The Sept. 11 free event is welcome. degeneration, Stargardt disease, (www.cllmd.com).
16 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Health Advisory Committee Medical Expert Illuminates Cannabinoids’ Therapeutic Potential – and Drawbacks by Sandra McLeskey including Nabilone (THC tionally, cannabinoids may have of the FDA-approved drugs. analog) and dronabinol adverse interactions with other This type of usage is called he Health Advisory (synthetic THC), both admin- drugs a person might be taking. “off-label,” meaning that a T Committee’s mission istered by oral capsule, and Shurtleff mentioned that person is not taking it for its includes educating residents on are used to treat nausea and FDA-approved drugs are approved use. matters of health and personal vomiting from chemotherapy. manufactured with standards Residents who are interested safety. Epidiolex® (CBD) is FDA-ap- that guarantee the purity in receiving a copy of Shurtleff’s As part of that mission, the proved for treatment of and dosage. Additionally, presentation are asked to send Committee sponsored a talk on seizures and is administered all FDA-approved drugs are an email to Sandra McLeskey at July 17 by Dr. David Shurtleff, by oil. shown to be effective and ([email protected]). deputy director of the National Shurtleff said that there is safe for particular conditions. Center for Complementary good evidence that canna- However, these things are not and Integrative Health of binoids are helpful for the true for commercially available the National Institutes of treatment of chronic pain, as marijuana preparations. Health, entitled “Evaluating anti-nausea drugs in chemo- In a study of commercially the Therapeutic Potential of therapy, for spasticity symp- available CBD preparations, Cannabinoids.” toms of multiple sclerosis and 36 percent had lower CBD Shurtleff explained that for childhood epilepsy. concentrations than the label there are natural compounds Moderate evidence suggests indicated. Additionally, some in the body that act on canna- that cannabinoids are helpful in had potentially toxic THC binoid receptors. Compounds improving sleep disturbances concentrations. in marijuana, including associated with obstructive In Maryland, testing for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) sleep apnea, fibromyalgia, adulterants, such as heavy and cannabidiol (CBD), act chronic pain and multiple metals or pesticides, is not on these same cannabinoid sclerosis. done. As an alternative to receptors. For other conditions, there commercially available canna- Several cannabinoids is limited or no evidence that binoids, one could possibly are FDA-approved drugs, cannabinoids are helpful. Addi- obtain a prescription for one We Provide Compassionate Urology Care for the Residents of Leisure World. Chesapeake Urology is conveniently located at 3801 International Drive in Silver Spring, just around the corner from Leisure World.
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 17 ■■FISH (Friends in Sickness and Health) Lost Something? Health & Fitness In Brief Al-Anon Meeting: Al-Anon (for family and friends affected by alcoholism) meets Fridays at 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Church Check with FISH Parish Center, near Leisure World. Enter through the back door by Beth Leanza Monday through Friday from (15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring). For more information, call 10 a.m.-1 p.m., except for Bridget at (301-598-3043). he closet in the FISH major holidays. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Newcomers welcome. (If outside Leisure World, check in at the main gate.) Meetings are office is getting so full All the equipment has T Mondays at noon (Step Meeting) and Thursdays at 6 p.m. (Big Book) with found items that the been donated; FISH tries in Clubhouse I. For questions, contact Laurie at (240-558-4454). organization’s volunteers are not to accept anything that Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support: The Alzheimer’s Support considering donating some of is broken. The FISH office Group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. the items. frequently has wheelchairs, in The Inter-Faith Chapel library. For more information, call Sunny at Residents who’ve lost an commodes, walkers and (301-438-2446). item such as a hat, keys, shower chairs. Borrowing an Bereavement Support Group: If your spouse or long-term jewelry or phone are encour- item is a great way to test it partner died in the recent past, you may be eligible to participate aged to stop by the FISH out before spending money to in a twice-monthly bereavement support group that meets every office in Clubhouse II and purchase it! other Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m., in the conference room at MedStar look for it in the found items Health, 3305 N. Leisure World Blvd. CaringMatters sponsors closet. Free Stuff group meetings. Registration and a phone conversation with Jim The FISH office is available FISH accepts donations Rossi, director of adult bereavement at CaringMatters, is required by calling (301-598-1345). If of canes, easy reachers and before attending. If interested, please call Jim at (301-990-0854). Fitness Center: One of the Fitness Center’s personal trainers no one is in the office, leave elevated toilet seats and gives leads a free orientation tour of the Fitness Center on the second a voicemail, but do not forget these items away. The give- Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. Learn how to use the equipment to press the pound (#) sign away items are not limited to and facilities. Registration is not required. when finished. residents of Leisure World. Free Blood Pressure Testing: Come to Clubhouse I for free Consider checking a mutu- FISH also receives baskets blood pressure testing, available on the first and third Tuesdays of the al’s lost and found depart- for some walkers, incon- month from 9-11 a.m. ment, especially if an item tinence products, diabetic Memory Café: The Memory Café meets the last Thursday was lost in or near that loca- items and foot braces. All of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. in Clubhouse I. The program tion. Residents can also check of these items are kept in provides social engagement for individuals living with early stage their mutual’s office. the front corner of the FISH memory loss. Registration is required. For more information, FISH encourages residents office. call the manager at (240-428-1342) or the National Alzheimer’s to place an address sticker on FISH does not accept Association at (1-800-272-3900) or (TTY: 1-866-403-3073) or visit personal such as umbrellas oxygen tank tubes or blood (www.alz.org). and canes, so they are pressure equipment. Parkinson’s Support Group: The Leisure World Parkinson’s Support Group was created under the auspices of the Parkinson traceable. Foundation of the National Capital Area to provide support to Volunteer patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their families About FISH Residents who would like and caregivers. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month at FISH lends out assistive to join FISH are asked to call 3 p.m. in Clubhouse II. Usually there is a presentation by a speaker equipment to residents Beth Leanza at (301-598- with knowledge about PD, physical therapy or some other related and employees. Volun- 4569) to set up a training subject, followed by a period of Q&A. There are no memberships or teers staff the FISH office session. fees to pay, and the meetings are open to anyone who may be inter- ested. Questions? Contact Ray Weil at (301-598-3447) or (raywwjr@ hotmail.com). Stroke Support Group: You are not alone! The Leisure World Stroke Support Group invites stroke survivors and caregivers to its monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of the month from 1-3 p.m. in Clubhouse II. No registration is needed, and all are welcome. For more information, contact Amy Boltz at (248-652-0304).
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 19 CLUBS, GROUPS & Organizations Calling All Dog Lovers ■■Leisure World Chorale for New Club Chorale to Start New Season with Rehearsal by Sandra McLeskey Luther King Jr. service at The Inter-Faith Chapel, where he Leisure World last year it sang “Precious T Chorale took the summer Lord” and “The Battle Hymn off after their performance of the Republic.” Chorale at the July 4 parade and performances often include program. But it solos by some is ready to begin of its members, a new year with and sometimes its first rehearsal includes dancing. on Monday, Planned perfor- Aug. 19, from mances this fall Photo by Jake Group 1:30-3:30 p.m. in include one at by Pat Duran canine companion. Clubhouse I. Knollwood Mili- The club would also work The Chorale tary Retirement is a group of oin other residents in toward having a mobile dog Elaine O’Leary and Connie Community, an approximately 40 assisted living Jforming a canine enthusiast groomer make regular visits Graber get ready for a perfor- singers, directed club to share information to the community. Bring your mance. Photo by Ingrid Masi facility and a and tips on care, training ideas and energy to the club, by Connie Graber holiday concert. and all canine-related issues; whether you’re a dog “parent” and accompanied on the The Chorale always needs promote the creation of a or not. piano by Elaine O’Leary. The additional singers, especially Leisure World dog park; and Residents who are inter- group sings a variety of works, men and altos. Residents do make friends with fellow ested in joining can contact including show tunes, popular not need to read music to join residents who know the joys the club at (eileen1415@ songs, religious and patriotic the Chorale. Dues are $15, (and trials) of caring for a gmail.com). songs, holiday music and occa- and there are some expenses sional classical works. associated with the accessories ■■Computer Learning Center Its repertoire in past years Chorale members wear during has included medleys from concerts. “Les Misérables,” “Guys and If you enjoy singing, come Dolls” and “The Music Man.” out to the Aug. 19 rehearsal to Aug. 5: Android Help The Chorale has traditionally see what the Chorale has to Sessions Resume performed during the Martin offer. by Donna Copeland About the Center Located in Clubhouse II, the New Fitness Club Forming eginning Monday, Aug. 5, Computer Learning Center is by Pat McConnell BComputer Learning operated by The Leisure World Center monitor Donna Computer Center Inc. The new fitness club is forming in Leisure World! Copeland is available each all-volunteer staff comprises a The purpose of the club would be to involve and Monday from 1:30-3:30 board of directors, computer A connect members to information on health and well-being, p.m. in the room monitors and including tips for motivation, benefits of a healthy lifestyle, Center to help other volunteers. shared research information residents use The Center received from professional orga- their Android provides residents nizations, injury prevention, smartphones free training and overall fitness and fitness center and tablets. assistance in the news updates. Residents can use their day-to-day use of computers The club would also sponsor Android devices to search for online research and other subject matter experts to the internet, send email and personal needs. present topics on health and complete other useful tasks. The Center has Mac and fitness. Get help getting started, Windows systems computers as Anyone interested in how learn more about familiar well as color laser printers for they may benefit from joining capabilities or discover new printing and scanning. a fitness club and the positive things your device can do. For more information about outcomes they may receive Bring your device for the Computer Learning Center, through community participa- one-on-one, hands-on visit (www.computerctr.org) tion should email Pat McConnell work. Windows help is also or contact the E&R office in at ([email protected]). available. Clubhouse II at (301-598-1320). Photo by Leisure World News
20 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Rossmoor Camera Club Club Honored by Photographic Society of America
From left, Roseate Spoonbill Landing, photo by Brenda Gillum; Landing at the Colony, photo by Larry Mars; Moraine Lake Boats, photo by Larry Mars; and New York Church, photo by Brenda Gillum by Fred Shapiro PSA as a gift from her husband. Although Membership has two levels: members who she was taking photos with slide film at the expect to compete in the monthly competi- s with many technical and artistic time, being a member of the PSA allowed tions pay dues of $25 for the year. Residents Afields of endeavor, camera lovers her to meet other photographers in the who wish to join the Club to learn more also have a national organization – the area such as Lois Christeller, a former Club about photography but are not interested in Photographic Society of America (PSA). member. competing pay dues of $15. The Rossmoor Camera Club was recently Christeller invited Gillum to join the Mail checks for dues to Woody Shields at honored for its 50 years of membership in Club as an outside member since she (Rossmoor Camera Club, 3200 N. Leisure the organization. wasn’t living in Leisure World. She enjoys World Blvd., Apt. 817, Silver Spring, MD For many years, the PSA chapter in attending the annual International PSA 20906). For more information about the North Bethesda has provided Leisure Conference where she participates in unique Club, visit its website at (www.rossmoor World photographers with a slideshow in tours and workshops. She enters its annual cameraclub.com). May comprised of winning photos from competitions and has had several photos PSA chapters throughout the U.S. The exhibited at the Conference over the years. Rossmoor Camera Club’s photographers The Conference is always educational and are able to see and appreciate photos that a great way to socialize with people from all may help improve their own photographic over the world. skills. Two Club members have often stood out About the PSA Keep Your Teeth For a Lifetime! in the North Bethesda PSA competitions – The PSA is a worldwide organization Brenda Gillum and Larry Mars. Both have providing a wide range of services that been recognized frequently in Leisure World promote photography. Individual members for the quality of their photographs in the can participate in competitions, study groups Club’s monthly competitions. and online education programs designed to Mars said he uses the PSA’s travel advisory advance their photographic knowledge and skills. service to learn about photographic oppor- For more information about the PSA, visit Your friendly neighborhood dentists tunities in places he intends to visit. Mostly, (https://psa-photo.org/). he takes part in international competitions are right down the street! to see what the world thinks of his images. Club Membership Meeting photographers here and abroad is The Rossmoor Camera Club encourages MEET OUR DENTISTS both interesting and educational to him. residents to join the Club to learn how to Dr. Cyrus Allafi and Dr. Sara Saba D.D.S. Gillum was given a membership to the improve their photography skills. - Comprehensive and personalized evaluations - Emergency care offered - Same day pain relief - Comfortable tooth removal Kathleen and Eileen Kane - Most insurance plans accepted Honored to Serve You For 35+ Years with - Financing plans available Cathy Gilmour Real Estate and Proudly Continuing that - Our caring staff are always happy to help Kathleen Kane Same High Level of Service with WEICHERT REALTORS® Eileen Kane Assoc. Broker Assoc. Broker NEW PATIENT SPECIAL OFFER G W/GARAGE – IN OVERLOOK. Wonderful views storage; neutral color palette throughout; freshly painted of trees and golf course from every window and enclosed and new wall to wall carpeting. Move in ready. Garage balcony. High ceilings, excellent natural light. Lg. rooms space #17 included in price! $351,500 $99 throughout include gracious Living Rm and Dining Rm, (a $310 value) Master Suite with two walk-in closets; Master Bath w/spa- SELLERS & BUYERS – Don’t miss out! Summer is the Includes Comprehensive Examination, cious shower & lg. double closet; Second Bedroom w/dou- time to take action. Interest rates are very low and listings Necessary X-rays, and Routine Cleaning* ble closet; Hall Bath w/tub/shower; Gracious Entry Foyer are moving quickly. *In absense of periodontal disease w/premium wood flooring & double closet w/mirrored doors. Enclosed balcony is accessible from both Living Rm FREE NOTARY SERVICES and Breakfast Rm. Beautiful white cabinetry in Kitchen & By Appointment with Eileen CALL TODAY AND SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT! Breakfast Rm; large separate Laundry Rm w/lots of extra Call 240-460-8647 13975 Connecticut Ave. Dedication Makes WEICHERT REALTORS® Silver Spring, MD 20906 The Difference! Office: 301-681-0550 Suite 302, Third Floor Kathleen: 240-506-6079 | [email protected] | Eileen: 240-460-8647 | [email protected]
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 21 ■■Rossmoor Art Guild From Mural Making to Self-Portraiture by Ann Bolt paintings, available for ossmoor Art Guild (RAG) viewing in R members recently enjoyed Clubhouse II an impromptu presentation through by resident Nancy Bullough’s August. son James Bullough, a world- A former renowned muralist. He showed art teacher, photos of the work he’s created Michaels is on buildings around the world. supervising Bullough prefers using the tidiness spray paint and his work leans and repairs of toward photorealism. He was the art studio inspired by graffiti he saw and serves on while growing up in Wash- RAG’s board. Left: Resident Nancy Bullough and her son, James, present photos of murals he has created for the ington, D.C. last 10 years on building exteriors around the world. Center: Artist Alexandra Michaels’ work is exhib- He started painting small, Officers ited in Clubhouse II through August. Right: Michaels’ painting with roses and a scene from Brookside but has designed a mural for RAG will Gardens. Photos by Ann Bolt an 11-story building in Berlin, start the new Germany, where he lives. school year in September ules will be revealed at the Meanwhile, check out Bill Bullough is a good example with a new slate of officers: Open House/Registration on Mapes’ portrait painting in of how the act of picking president Judy Kirkland; Thursday, Sept. 12. Clubhouse I. up a pencil or brush can immediate past president Ann Several RAG members are lead a person to all sorts of Bolt; co-vice presidents Phyllis New Work carrying around mirrors to marvelous creations. Lowinger and Karen Swedlow; The Saturday Open Studio draw self-portraits for Doris co-registrars Marilyn Davis artists will be working on Bryant’s portrait class. What- Exhibit and Marion Jones; secretary paintings with either a sunrise ever is found in these faces, it Alexandra Michaels has Michael Higgs and treasurer or sunset theme. These paint- is hoped a smile for self-dis- picked up quite a few brushes Dee Williams. ings should be ready to exhibit covery and experimentation and produced some exciting Exciting plans and sched- by Saturday, Sept. 7. will be among them.
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22 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Ceramics Club Longtime Club Member’s Collection on Display Through August by Merial Brewer orate family events. Fulfilling special requests from her grand- eramicist Roma Sohn is children are the items she has C basically self-taught and enjoyed making most of all. has acquired training from Sohn has played an integral workshops in Brooklyn and part in the studio from overseeing Long Island where she had the hundreds of molds to sharing pursued painting and sculpture. her artistic knowledge with other Her paintings range from still members. She finds getting life to surrealism; her sculpture absorbed in developing a piece projects from masks to architec- not only relaxes her, but also tural renderings. helps nurture her creative side. Sohn joined the Ceramics Sohn’s collection will be in Club 19 years ago where she the display case in Clubhouse II discerned that projects could be through August. From left, Club ceramicist Roma Sohn and Sohn’s Passover plate. Photos by as original as the person doing Dottie Patch the creating. Once the piece is Join the Club released from the mold, one can The studio is located in with a volunteer teacher. purchase paints and other items make additions to the wet clay, Clubhouse II and all residents At that time, new members for nominal prices. and a unique outcome can be are invited to stop by and see pay their annual dues of just The studio also houses beau- achieved. the ceramicists in action. Resi- $10 and may begin their first tiful giftware that is excellent for Over the years she has created dents interested in joining project. New members learn families and friends, especially music boxes, jewelry, household should call the studio at (301- how to pour the molds by using for holidays and special occa- items, planters, religious items, 598-1312) and ask for Beth or the studio’s new state-of-the-art sions. All proceeds from lamps and plaques to commem- Janice to set up an appointment equipment. Members pay only the gift shop are donated to a nominal amount for the use charity. Stop by and explore this ■■Ballroom Dance Club ofMarian_LeisureWorld_ hundreds of moldsVHLWN0718C and can 8/17/2018 wonderful 10:40 AM Page Leisure 1 World asset! Join Club to Waltz Rediscover Our Assisted Living the Night Away For almost two decades, Marian Assisted Living has by Joyce Hendrix including waltzes, both fast and provided focused, personalized senior care. And our slow, foxtrots, rumbas, tangos, award-winning community continues with this mission. he annual Hawaiian- merengues, polkas, quickstep Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Brookeville neighborhood T themed dance featuring and sambas. A cash bar is of the Reserves at Manor Oaks, we’re here for today’s needs Mike Surratt and The Eclectic provided in the Ballroom, and and tomorrow’s. Learn more, call or visit us today. Coalition Band will be held on members and guests may bring Saturday, Aug. 24, from 7:30- snacks for their tables. New Neighbors. Same Neighborhood. 10:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse I The Club is accepting annual Crystal Ballroom. For details, memberships from residents Marian Assisted Living see the Events and through September, Minutes from Leisure World Entertainment section at $10 per person 19109 Georgia Avenue of this publication. for the balance of Olney/Brookeville The Aug. 24 the calendar year. 301-570-3190 dance is the Club’s Non-members and last casual dress guests pay $15 for dance of the year. In entry to each dance, September, the Club while members pay returns to dressy $10 each to enter. outfits for the ladies Victory Housing and jackets and ties Next Dance Is A Non-Profit for the gentlemen. Organization The Saturday, Serving Seniors Sept. 28, dance will feature The for More Than About the Club Retro Rockets. In addition to 30 Years Residents new to the commu- their usual rock ‘n’ roll music, nity are encouraged to attend a they will also play waltzes, fox monthly dance to see what the trots and Latin music for the Club is all about. Club’s dancing pleasure. Exclusive Leisure World The band plays strict ball- Make reservations, put on Special! room tempo music from all
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 23 ■■Fun and Fancy Theatre Group Membership Cards to be Mailed Mid-August by Hannette Allen in September. For questions, • Dec. 4, 2019 – Holiday in September Meeting contact Leanza at (301-598- Vegas, Ken Tash/Bobbie The Group will begin its season esidents who have not sent 4569) or (518-885-6083). Seidel in September. The first meeting/ R in their membership dues for Mailing out membership cards • Jan. 8, 2020 – Karaoke show is on Wednesday, Sept. 4, the coming year must do so soon should do a lot to alleviate the Night, Mary Jane Boyle at 7:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse II to have their new card mailed to usual crush at the door at the first • Feb. 5, 2020 – A Night of auditorium. them by mid-August. meeting – no need to wait in line. Classical Music, Vito Sabia Auditions for the opening Send a $10 check, payable to Remember: Auditions are • March 4, 2020 – Irish Music, show are held on Wednesday, Fun and Fancy, to Pat Leanza open to all residents. However, Hannette Allen Aug. 7, from 7-9 p.m. and on at (15111 Glade Dr., Apt. 1B, all performers in a show must • April 1, 2020 – The U.S. in Saturday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m.- Silver Spring, MD 20906). New join the Club and pay their $10 Music, Bobbie Seidel/Ken noon. The auditions are in members or members whose dues for the year. Tash Clubhouse II. information has changed are • May 6, 2020 – A Walk Thru The theme for the show asked to include their home Monthly Shows the ‘70s, Nina McMahill is “Color My World.” Pat address, home phone, cell phone The schedule of monthly • June 3, 2020 – Banquet McConnell will direct, and the and email address. shows/programs and their performers will present an array Leanza will mail membership directors for the coming year is as All monthly shows are held on of songs and dances with color in cards via USPS in August. He follows: the first Wednesday of the month their names. will include the information the • Sept. 4, 2019 – Color My at 7:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse II So get into your box of crayons, Group has on file to confirm it’s World, Pat McConnell auditorium. They are free of pick a color and match it to a correct. Members who need a • Oct. 2, 2019 – Outreach charge to all paid-up members, song – anything from black to new badge holder can pick one Committee or $5 for a one-time admission, white and all colors in between! up at the membership table • Nov. 6, 2019 – teaser for “70 payable at the door. For questions, email Pat at Girls 70” ([email protected]).
■■Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) Sept. 10: Interactive Seminar Focuses on Funeral Planning by Fred Shapiro Learning has invited Michelle guide them, survivors can over- Armstead of Lincoln Heritage spend by hundreds of dollars, or lanning one’s funeral ahead to present a seminar entitled “9 even thousands. Pof time can help reduce Things Every Senior Needs to Shopping for the right funeral financial costs and the burden on Know About Funeral Planning.” home could be the difference loved ones. The program is on between paying To help guide residents in this Tuesday, Sept. 10, at $2,000 and $10,000 process, the Center for Lifelong 2 p.m. in Clubhouse I. for the same funeral. The program is Preplanning, which free, but residents are often includes burial BRIGHT & SPACIOUS “K” MODEL requested to register insurance, is one of the beforehand to ensure most efficient ways to 14809 Pennfield Circle, #215 Silver Spring, MD 20906 adequate seating control the cost of final beginning Tuesday, expenses when the 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit with over 1350 square feet. Gorgeous modern Aug. 6, at 8:30 a.m. time comes. kitchen with ample counter space, by either stopping white cabinets and new stainless by the Clubhouse I Michelle Armstead, photo About the Presenter steel appliances. Attractive laminate floors, plus new Dura ceramic E&R office or calling by Fred Shapiro Armstead has flooring in foyer & kitchen. Large (301-598-1300). worked in the health- soaking tub & shower stall in master The seminar presents care and insurance sector for JUST LISTED! bath and much, much more! thought-provoking information 20 years, 17 of those years with about the funeral planning Kaiser Permanente in Medicare industry. In this interactive sales. She has an affinity for seminar, attendees will learn advocating for seniors in the field about their rights and important of healthcare and educating the information to share with their community on important insur- Pick Your New Neighbor! families and beneficiaries. ance decisions. Your neighbors just listed their home. Now is the perfect chance Armstead will also answer any Lincoln Heritage works with for you to hand select your new neighbor. If you or someone you know is interested in this lovely unit, give me a call. I will be questions residents may have. the Funeral Consumer Guardian happy to take you on a personal tour! Funeral costs have been Society, an independent, senior Deborah Younkers growing much faster than consumer advocate organization 240-460-9557 the overall consumer price that offers support to families Office: 301-681-0550 Email: [email protected] index. With no funeral plan to with their funeral planning.
24 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■LW Apple Club Having an iOS Heatwave by Ron Masi as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS Battery Problem undergoing some changes. and any apps that run in If the device’s battery begins The Club remains on vacation ow’s your iOS device the background. Less work to swell and the edges crack, it is through August — there will be H doing in the heat? Apple means less heat. an indication of a serious issue, no Tuesday morning clinics or users may have already which is extremely rare. monthly meetings. The clinics received a message such as, Users who notice their device If the device has cracked return on Tuesday, Sept. 3. “Your iPhone has to cool overheating should: edges or leaking fluid On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the down;” and then it shuts off, 1. Turn it off. do not touch it with Club hosts its favorite Apple similar to a dog refusing to 2. If charging, stop bare hands. Place it presenter, Aaron Davis, who will move when it’s hot outside. the charging in bag and move it to talk about Apple’s recent World- Batteries and high tempera- by removing a safe location, such wide Developer Conference and tures don’t get along well, even cables. as a metal baking software releases. for Apple; high heat could 3. Move the device tray or concrete cause a device to turn off, swell to a cool, dark floor in the middle or even burst. Normally iOS location (not of garage in case it devices shut down until they a purse or explodes or catches have cooled off and then work pocket). fire. Then, imme- fine again. Nonetheless, here 4. Remove any protective diately contact your carrier are some things to think about case to let the device or device maker for customer during extreme temperatures: “breathe.” support. Apple’s number is • Keep the device out of 5. Let cool, dry air blow on it (1-800-MY APPLE). direct sunlight, such as that briefly. Do not try to use the device. received on the dashboard 6. Wait at least 15 minutes Follow practical precautions to of car or longer before turning it keep the device cool on these • Limit use. Turn off back on. hot days. unneeded functions, such ■ Club Notes ■Vegetarian Society of Leisure World (VSLW) LW Apple Club’s website, Aug. 14: Vegan Luncheon (mac.Computerctr.org), is at Great Sage Restaurant TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT by Bob Fenichel will be held from 11 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. at Nationals YOUR HEARING + YOUR BRAIN he Group continues its Park, located at 1500 South Tsummer break and will Capitol Street, S.E., Wash- not have a monthly meeting. ington, D.C. 20003. However, the Group will have Admission is free. Go to a monthly vegan luncheon (http://dcvegfest.com) for on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at more information. 2 p.m. at the popular Great They give out free swag Sage Restaurant, located bags filled with samples and at 5809 Clarksville Square coupons to the first 1,000 Drive in Clarksville. people in line and the line The late lunch hour is starts forming several hours because of the relatively small before 11 a.m. Instead of Better Hearing Event size of the restaurant and the waiting in line, it is possible anticipated large group size. to reserve a swag bag by August 13–15 The Great Sage restaurant making a $50 donation Space is limited — call today to schedule an appointment! has an extensive vegan menu, online before the event. so consider studying the menu online ahead of time at General Information $ (www.greatsage.com/menu). Additional information on Complimentary 500 Off Make sure to navigate to the VSLW activities is available consultation with free clean & check of an AGX5, 7, or 9 your current hearing instruments PDF format for the complete two-device hearing system at (www.vslw.org). Every- Expires 8/30/19. Expires 8/30/19. menu. body is welcome at VSLW RSVP by Sunday, Aug. 11, activities; residents don’t to Helen Gross at (hgross75@ have to be vegetarian to Hearing HealthCare, Inc. verizon.net) or (301-438-2077). participate. Doctors of Audiology The mission statement of Serving the community since 1996 DC VegFest VSLW is “to support group Space is limited — Wheaton | 3913 Ferrara Dr call today! On Sunday, Aug. 11, the DC members in maintaining a VegFest, one of the largest healthy lifestyle by eating a Rockville | 2403 Research Blvd, #100 301.637.7238 VegFests in the country, plant-based diet.” HearingHealthCareInc.com
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 25 ■■LW Green Implementing Sustainability Practices by Tina Lunson the restoration of the streambeds, repairing eroded streams, LW Green believes. planting trees and installing ustainable” is a term pervious paving systems “Sgenerally defined as Sustainable Maryland • minimizing waste – meeting the needs of today Sustainable Maryland is a composting combined with without compromising the ability plan to address the destruction the “three Rs”: reduce, reuse of future generations to meet that involves best practices in the and recycle their needs. areas of air quality, energy, trees Outdated behaviors and and lawn care, among others. It is Other organizations offering environmental practices have an ambitious undertaking, but the advice and sometimes money to resulted in damage to land and Environmental Finance Center is help communities make sustain- Leisure World offers beautiful contamination of food production helping to pay for it. Sustainable able improvements include the greenery. Photo by Sarna Marcus systems, to say nothing of the Maryland offers grants to help Chesapeake Bay Foundation, far-reaching impact of climate communities correct or improve One Montgomery Green and the change. landscape in the aforementioned Montgomery County Planning New practices are being devel- areas, and offers design advice Advisory Council. oped to address the damage and and follow-up on projects. LW Green is in contact with dents who strive to be better perhaps reverse it —sustainability Some goals of Sustainable these organizations in hopes of stewards of the environment practices. While these practices Maryland include: promoting positive changes in through education and advo- involve massive changes such • carbon neutrality – reducing the near future. The support of cacy. Members don’t have to be as eliminating fossil fuel use in or eliminating the use of Leisure World property owners experts; the Group brings the favor of wind and solar power fossil fuels for less damaging and governing bodies is essential. experts to its members! or changing the way the airline sources of power, and driving To help in this initiative, contact All interested residents are industry flies its planes, on a electric vehicles LW Green by visiting its website, invited to attend LW Green’s micro level, Leisure World as a • smart growth – greater use (www.lw-green.org). meetings, which are held on the community and its residents can of mass transit, more pedes- For more information about fourth Wednesday of each month make changes that will have a big trian-friendly and open space Sustainable Maryland and at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse I. For more impact. development sustainability practices, visit information, visit (www.lw-green. Recent flooding of areas on the • sunstainable water use and (www.montgomerycountymd. com). golf course and overflowing of the prevention of stormwater gov/green/) and (sustainable LW Green does not meet in stream plus water intrusion into runoff maryland.com). August. The Group hopes to some residential buildings may • practices that ward off have a future presentation about have many residents thinking flooding, such as installing About LW Green solar energy and how it relates to about better water control and roof and rain gardens, LW Green is a group of resi- Leisure World. ■■Democratic Club Aug. 8: Join in the Fun at Club’s Happy Hour by Roger Blacklow who represent Leisure World at goals and ideas in an informal to train residents in how immi- the state and county levels have atmosphere. grants can become full citizens, ith the elections drawing been invited. The Club is asking Happy hour is a great way which allows them to vote in all Wcloser, the Democratic Club them to join in, socialize with to build bonds among like- elections. hosts a fun, late summer happy the group and inspire members minded neighbors. A cash bar, The highly successful effort hour on Thursday, Aug. 8, from to do all that they can to shape soft drinks and assorted had a packed room of 5-7:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse I the Democratic political future, snacks will stimulate more than 30 Club Crystal Ballroom. including a new president. No discussion among members and friends All the Democratic candidates long speeches – just a sharing of Democratic friends, on July 17. They candidates and learned the intrica- elected officials. cies of administering The Club’s political to green card holders committee is focused the 20-page appli- on Virginia’s state elec- cation, part of what is online order with code tions this November, as well required by the U.S. Citizenship “leisureworld” as the Maryland and national and Immigration Service of elections in November 2020. the Department of Homeland Fried Chicken Wings Subs Membership forms will be on Security. Wraps Burgers Seafood hand for those who would like to The entire process is much join the Democratic Club. If you more complicated. It includes Carry Out Delivery have forgotten to send in your an interview, a test on U.S. membership renewal, just bring it history, civics and other issues, Chicken Basket Norbeck with you to the happy hour. plus basic proficiency in 4007 BB Norbeck Rd. English. It often takes a year Rockville, MD 20853 Training before an applicant can become The Democratic Club part- a citizen. For more information, www.chickenbasketnorbeckrd.com nered with Casa de Maryland contact (wearecasa.org). 26 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Lions Club of Leisure World Montgomery County Energy Efficiency The Heat Didn’t Stop Program (MCEEP) Administered by Community Action Council of Howard the Swing County for the Montgomery County Government by Maxine Hooker geously playing in the heat and supporting the Lions. After the Contractor – Efficient Home LLC under contract with he Lions Club of Leisure tournament, players enjoyed Montgomery County Government T World took a the presentation good swing at its of awards and a golf tournament delicious lunch on July 19 despite sponsored the blistering heat. by Outback The Lions Steakhouse. fielded 33 golfers. The Club District 19 Del. thanks all of Charlotte Crutch- From left, Alex Nowrouzi and its sponsors, field provided a former Philadelphia Eagles contributors, great shotgun start player Phil Bryant, photo by Al members, as well as some Holston Leisure World advice on how to staff and keep cool. Former volunteers for their Philadelphia Eagles assistance in making player Phil Bryant the tournament a was among the tour- success. The Lions nament’s celebrity looks forward to You can have most of your household golfers. future strokes to The Club congratu- support its humani- appliances replaced FREE OF CHARGE under lates all of the teams for coura- tarian projects. the MCEEP program. Any furnace/AC, heat ■■Kiwanis Club pump, refrigerator, dishwasher, water heater, washer or dryer older than 10 years Helping Hands Needed old is eligible. Other improvements may by Jack Colvis Shepherd’s Table include: insulation • sort diapers and wipes with he Kiwanis Club invites all Club members for delivery • eating ooling pgra es Tresidents to participate in to Montgomery County any of its several community Department of Health and • ater eater Replacement service projects over the next Human Services 12 months. Pre-training is not • donate aluminum pull • E ight ulbs needed; simply show up to help tabs for delivery to Ronald • Club members provide any of McDonald House. (Drop rogrammable hermostat the following: them off at the FISH office in • olar owere Attic an • sort collected school supplies Clubhouse II.) for delivery to Harmony • himney sealing Hills Elementary School Contact Information • pgra es to ma or home appliances • print inspirational All of the aforemen- words on small tioned projects are refrigerator washer ryer an rocks to be being planned, with ishwasher placed around schedule dates to You must be income qualified for this program, Leisure World be determined. The for residents to Club will advise Montgomery County homeowner, and a PEPCO find the community of customer– Sample income limits range from $52,550 • sew together and potential dates, times for a one-person household, $60,050 for a two- stuff cloth dolls for and activity locations. delivery to children in In the meantime, contact person household, with higher limits for each pediatric wards any one of the following additional person. • donate children’s books to members within the next two the Club for delivery to a weeks to let the Club know CALL COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL’S WEATHERIZATION local school which activities you may be DEPARTMENT TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SET UP AN • prepare collected caps, interested in helping with: APPOINTMENT Call Gary at (410) 313-6440 or mittens and scarves for Heather Benjamin-Alexis delivery to a local school at (240-433-0948), Susan email: [email protected] • donate socks to the Club for Leshner at (240-558-3110) or delivery to homeless families Jack Colvis at (301-598-5380). • make sandwiches with Club Your help will be greatly members for delivery to appreciated! August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 27 ■■Interfaith Committee for the Homeless and Working Poor Aug. 15: Committee Holds School Supplies Drive by Rae Cooper Past Events and quarterly dinners for the Interfaith The Committee’s April baby shower Works Women’s Center. n Thursday, Aug. 15, the Interfaith was a huge success thanks to generous These programs are vital, and the OCommittee for the Homeless and residents and the “Knitting Corner” ladies, Committee needs to keep them up and Working Poor holds a school supplies drive who lovingly create beautiful layette items running. Consider partnering with the to help support the teachers and students for the Interfaith Works Clothing Center’s Committee as they feed those less fortu- of Harmony Hills Elementary School. Welcome Baby Program. The Committee nate by giving a donation. Make checks Supplies needed include notebook collected more than 637 items plus monetary payable to The Inter-Faith Chapel and paper, number two pencils, two-pocket donations. write “CHWP” on the memo line. Resi- folders, erasers, glue sticks, paper towels The Committee’s annual Books for Kids dents may drop off or mail their contribu- and tissues, disinfectant wipes, hand sani- program held in May received an unusually tion to The Inter-Faith Chapel at (3680 tizers and Ziploc bags. abundant collection of 562 age-appropriate S. Leisure World Blvd., Silver Spring, MD Residents may drop off these items books for kids ages pre-K through fifth grade. 20906). any time between 8:30 a.m.-noon in All books went to Harmony Hills Elementary Since the Committee functions under Clubhouse I. Curbside pick-up will also be School for student summer reading. the auspice of the Inter-Faith Chapel available. Missions Program, all funding donations Although the Montgomery County public About the Committee are tax deductible. For questions, contact school system allocates money for essential Funding for these endeavors depends Sue Spencer at (301-598-4358) or Sue instructional supplies, the funds are never entirely on monetary donations from Sandler at (240-242-3742). enough, particularly to serve students in Leisure World residents and organizations. The Committee offers its grateful low-income communities. Residents’ dona- Currently, funding for these efforts is at a thanks to the Leisure World community tions will help support pre-K through fifth low ebb – specifically the Monday sand- for its continued support in helping the grade students. wiches for the men’s emergency shelter Committee help others.
■■Jewish Discussion Group Rabbi to Address Group at September Meeting by Jerome “Jerry” Cohen book uses values from Judaism’s time- tion and comfort tested, 3,500-year history to help people from the vast pecial guest speaker Rabbi Gordon deal with adversity in their lives. He stores of Judaic SFuller will discuss his book, “Coping brings the experience of a social worker, heritage uplift the with Adversity: Judaism’s Response educator and pulpit rabbi to these sensi- spirit and give to Illness and Other Life Struggles,” at tive issues. encouragement the Jewish Discussion Group’s (JDG) “Combining the medical experience to those facing next meeting on Sunday, Sept. 22, at of a cardiologist with the Judaic knowl- illness, mental 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse I. edge of a rabbi, ‘Coping with Adversity’ anguish and uncer- What situations have you faced in draws on the practical wisdom of ancient tainty,” according your life or are currently facing that feel Jewish teachings and scripture to help to (www.amazon. challenging? Come and hear how Fuller’s people of all faiths. The advice, inspira- com). Rabbi Gordon Fuller, cour- After his talk, tesy photo Fuller will be happy to sign copies of his book, which will be sold at the special price of $10 per copy. The perfect spot for • Friends weekends General • Family reunions • Out of town visitors Information • Milestone celebrations The Group will • History buffs not hold discussion sessions in August
and November. Visitors welcome! Come and see where FDR slept and Churchill smoked his cigars. (No smoking anymore though 😊😊). Just one mile from Georgia Ave and 108, RowanLark is the only place to JDG invites people stay in Olney and the closest lodging to Leisure World. of all faiths to Rooms start at $125, Carriage House starts at $250. Weekends and holidays higher. Weekly attend these free rates are available. discussion group sessions held on the Good accessibility, mellow dogs accepted in some spaces, family-friendly. Large rooms, private fourth Sunday of every month from baths, Queen and King sized beds, cots for kids. Hot tub, pool, cable, wi-fi, breakfast included. 10:30 a.m.-noon in Clubhouse II. For additional information or to have Call 301-537-8298 or book on-line at www.RowanLark.com your email address added to the monthly 11 Shallow Brook Court notification list, call or email group Olney, MD, 20832 moderator, Jerry Cohen, at (240-970-
5024) or ([email protected]). 28 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Hadassah Aug. 19: Judaic Study Group Checks Out Hadassah Magazine by Barbara Eisen all residents are welcome. asked to RSVP to either Judy Youth Project For questions, contact Rumerman at (judyrumerman Larelda Gruber, available adassah’s Judaic Shari Goldstein at (240- @gmail.com) or (301-680- at (301-598-5922), is chair H Study Group meets 293-6442), Marcia Elbrand 0850) or Bobbi Gorban at of Youth Aliyah/Children at on Monday, Aug. 19, at at ([email protected]) ([email protected]) or (301- Risk. This project helps disad- 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse I. Shari or (216-496-6633) or Peri 838-4336) to ensure adequate vantaged children in Israel. Goldstein will be the Group’s Schuyler at (301-869-2968). seating. Bring your spouses and The goal is to create a circle moderator. friends to this enjoyable after- of $1,000, made by individual Where can people read about Upcoming Events noon program. contributions of $40. Send the best meal to prepare, or Hadassah welcomes And see the Club Trips donations to Larelda at (3200 the best graphic novels to back popular speaker section of this edition for N. Leisure World Blvd. #201, read? How can they find Cantor Michael Kravitz on details about “Grand Slam Silver Spring, MD 20906). out about Molly Goldberg Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 2 p.m. Sunday” on Sept. 15, an after- (remember her?) or interesting in Clubhouse I. The title of his noon baseball game between General Information places to visit? And where program is “The Jewish Influ- the Washington Nationals and Hadassah sponsors many can they learn about medical ence on the Rock ’n’ Roll Era.” the Atlanta Braves. activities to further the worth- breakthroughs that Hadassah The new and exciting while projects it supports in Hospital researchers are program is one that residents Greeting Cards medical, educational and social sharing with the world? The are sure to enjoy. The cost is Elaine Schenberg and Jan programs in Israel and the U.S. answer is in Hadassah Maga- $5 by either a check, payable Bloom sell Hadassah greeting If interested in knowing zine, of course. to Hadassah, or cash. The fee cards. The cards are $2.50 more about Hadassah, contact Bring the most recent copies will be collected at the door and each or five for $10. Cards are one of its membership vice of Hadassah Magazine on will go to one of Hadassah’s displayed and sold at every presidents: Lois Fields at (301- Aug. 19 as the Group focuses projects. Hadassah meeting. Call Elaine 585-9804) or (loisfields2@ on interesting articles from the The meeting is open to at (301-598-0079) or Jan at earthlink.net) or Natalie May/June 2019 and the July/ everyone. However, resi- (301-593-7720) to buy cards Rosen at (301-279-5640) or August 2019 issues. As always, dents planning to attend are between meetings. ([email protected]).
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 29 ■■NA’AMAT RBZ Club YOUR FLOORING PROFESSIONALS Sept. 4: NA’AMAT SINCE 1985 Welcomes Cantor • In-home consultation • Pad upgrade Kravitz • Standard furniture moving FREE by Carole Mund at (240-669-6961) for the meeting time and place. n Wednesday, PATENPTEATED NTED O Sept. 4, NA’AMAT RBZ Tribute Cards OMNI OMNICONS TCONSRUCTITROUNCTIONClub holds its first open Tribute cards are an excel- meeting of the season. All lent way to support NA’AMAT CLEO is engineeCLEOred toisbeengineedifferentredinto EVEbe RdiYffewarenty. Andin EVEtheRYsecwarety. toAndboththeitssecbeautyret to andboth its beauty andresidents are welcome. as well as to attain donor durability lies in cdurabilityross-linking lies technolog in cross-linkingy. technology. Whole House of Carpet Cantor Michael Kravitz credit. 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Jill GUARANTEE Chaikin, membership chair- • Oct. 30 – overnight trip to person, at (15101 Interlachen Dover Downs. 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Book Club Update Homemade kugels and PRICE NA’AMAT RBZ has a book other refreshments will be *Any Purchase of $3000 orGUARANTEE More! % club that meets the fourth served. *Limited time only, cannot be combined with any Wednesday for each month to other offer. Must be presented at time of purchase. discuss literature chosen by For more information about the group. The book chosen for NA’AMAT RBZ Club, contact Carpet | Hardwood | Ceramic | August is “Waking Lions” by co-presidents Linda Schoolnick PRICE Laminate | VinylGUARANTEE % Ayelet Gundar-Goshen. at (301-681-1076) or Gladys Contact Barbara Tahler Blank at (301-438-9666). 30 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Jewish War Veterans Charles B. Krieger Post 567 Sept. 8: ‘Normandy – 75 Years After the Landings’ by Fred Shapiro
he Jewish War Veterans TPost 567’s brunch on Sunday, Sept. 8, will feature retired Col. Harvey Kaplan, who will present “Normandy – 75 Years After the Landings.” The brunch begins at 10:15 a.m. in the Clubhouse I Crystal Ballroom. Kaplan and his wife Naomi recently returned from a visit to Normandy, marking the 75th anniversary of the Allied landings there in June 1944. They have interesting information and colorful current photographs of the area to share with Utah Beach during the 75th anniversary of the Allied landings. Harvey and Naomi Kaplan visit Normandy 75 years after brunch-goers. the Allied landings. Photos courtesy Harvey Kaplan The cost of the buffet brunch, which includes eggs, (240-970-5024) or (jcohen@ appearing so out of place at that About the Speaker tuna fish, lox, bagels, salad, jccbb.com). site. Kaplan served for 27 years coffee, Danish and more, is $14 Brunch-goers will see photos in the U.S. Army Corps of per person. To attend, mail a About the Presentation of the 120-person private memo- Engineers, after graduating reservation check, payable to The Kaplans joined 118 other rial ceremony at Omaha Beach, from The City College of New JWV 567, to Andrea Goldberg veterans and spouses for more the small town of Sainte-Mère- York. at (15107 Interlachen Dr., Apt. than a week in France. Their Église, with its famous Airborne He earned his master’s 106, Silver Spring, MD 20906) photographs include views of Museum and the “marked” from Harvard University and by Saturday, Aug. 31. Utah and Omaha Beaches today, Jewish graves at the American a doctorate from New York Tables of 10 only may be including some of the remaining Cemetery nearby. University, with a specializa- reserved with payment for all German fortifications. Kaplan will also discuss tion in administration of adult tablemates, and their names Kaplan will discuss the French artist Claude Monet, who education programs. are to be included with the Château de La Roche-Guyon is remembered for his paintings Following his time with the reservation. Otherwise, open – Nazi Gen. Rommel’s head- of Normandy – especially the Army, he served for more than seating on a first come first quarters set back miles from the Cathedral in Rouen, Normandy’s 15 years on a range of federal served basis will be in effect. beaches – and its fascinating capital. contracts focused on training For questions about the set of four, beautiful tapestries Don’t miss this unique for government employees brunch or Post 567 member- from the Book of Esther, with program held right after Labor from many departments and ship, contact Jerry Cohen at its powerful Purim message Day. agencies. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT...
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 31 ■■Jewish Residents of Leisure World Services, Havdalah and a Book of Remembrance by Jonas Weiss 9 a.m., a Reform service is held and $145 for non-members. A • Sept. 15 – JRLW brunch in The Inter-Faith Chapel and a convenient form is in the JRLW with popular musician Darryl abbi Gary Fink directs Conservative service is held in Newsletter. Davis RSabbath service on Saturday, Clubhouse II. A Conservative To purchase tickets, mail • Sept. 18 – JRLW/Bender Aug. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in The Inter- service is also held on Tuesday, checks, payable to JRLW, to trea- Jewish Community Center Faith Chapel. Cantor Michael Oct. 1, at 9 a.m. in Clubhouse II. surer Marsha Bernstein at (3210 lecture on artist Marc Chagall Kravitz will direct Sabbath Yom Kippur services begin on N. Leisure World Blvd., Apt. • Oct. 11 – Six-week course on services on Saturday, Aug. 10, at Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. and 921, Silver Spring, MD 20906), Israeli cinema with Dr. Ira 9:15 a.m. in Clubhouse II. continue on Wednesday, Oct. 9, and enclose a stamped, self-ad- Weiss Rabbi Moshe Samber and starting at 9 a.m., with Reform dressed envelope to receive your • Oct. 21 – JRLW brunch with volunteers will hold abbreviated service held in The Inter- tickets by mail. Montgomery County Sheriff Sabbath services and discuss Faith Chapel and Conser- To join or renew Darren Popkin Torah and Mishnah on Saturday, vative in Clubhouse II. membership in JRLW for Aug. 3, 17, 24 and 31, also at A break-the-fast the 2019-2020 fiscal year, Havdalah 9:15 a.m. in Clubhouse II. meal will be held after send checks for $20 per Join JRLW for a farewell to services on Oct. 9 in person, payable to JRLW, the Sabbath service (Havdalah) High Holidays the Clubhouse I Crystal to Marsha Bernstein at the followed by a light meal (Malava The Rosh Hashanah holiday Ballroom for those who paid aforementioned address. Malka) on Saturday, Nov. 2, at begins on the evening of Sunday, for the meal (additional $15 6 p.m. in Clubhouse II. Cantor Sept. 29. Religious services will for members, and $25 for Upcoming Events Wendy Gonzales will lead the be held at 7 p.m. – Conservative non-members). • Sept. 10 – Rabbi Seth Bern- service, and the meal will include service in Clubhouse II and The cost to attend a service stein lecture on “Jewish dairy sandwiches, dessert and Reform service in The Inter-Faith is $110 for Jewish Residents of Communities in the After- cold drinks. Chapel. On Monday, Sept. 30, at Leisure World (JRLW) members, math of Crises” Seating is limited, so advanced reservations are necessary and must be received by Friday, Oct. 18. Mail checks for $14, payable to JRLW, to Phyllis Rand at WILLSON’S (15107 Interlachen Dr., Apt. 307, Leisure World Renovations Silver Spring, MD 20906). Call Phyllis at (301-871-1515) with any Providing renovation services exclusively for residents of Leisure World! questions.
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32 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Jewish Residents of Leisure World Aug. 18: Jewish Residents Host Meet and Greet by Judy Frumkin Membership Benefits yet join JRLW because they membership co-chairs: Membership in JRLW want to be part of the Jewish • Judy Frumkin – (judy ewish Residents of Leisure has a lot of benefits, such community in Leisure World. [email protected]), JWorld (JRLW) knows there as reduced price on High JRLW helps connect Jewish (443-858-2894) are many eligible people in Holiday tickets, subscrip- residents with each other, • Leah Weisman – (leahe Leisure World who are not tion to the Group’s in-house provides religious services, [email protected]), affiliated with the Group, and publication – featuring JRLW and sponsors programs on (301-288-4267) it’s hoping to find them! services and activities – that Jewish culture and education. JRLW invites these residents is sent to members’ The Group has hundreds Also, check out JRLW’s to mix and mingle with the homes monthly, and of members who partic- website at (www.jrlwmd.org), Group’s current members at the ability to join with ipate in its activities which includes a calendar of a Meet and Greet on Sunday, other Jewish members and enjoy the Jewish activities and current board Aug. 18, from 2-4 p.m. in of the community, community within members. Clubhouse II. creating a strong voice. Leisure World. During this time, prospective JRLW holds monthly Besides having its own members can meet JRLW’s brunches with amazing activities, JRLW serves as Mark C. Wimsatt officers and board members and speakers. In fact, the brunches an umbrella organization for see a PowerPoint presentation are so popular that many times Hadassah, the Jewish Discus- Painting Interior about the organization. Refresh- they sell out. The Group also sion Group, the Jewish War Free Estimates ments will be served and door has a special relationship with Veterans and NA’AMAT RBZ prizes will be awarded. the Bender Jewish Community Club. Leisure World References V Special Discounts V Everyone attending will Center of Greater Washington, JRLW is excited about for Moving in or Moving out receive one raffle ticket, and which provides movies of its first Meet and Greet and those bringing a potential Jewish interest, speakers and hopes to see lots of current SENIOR DISCOUNTS! member and those joining the classes and the annual Health and future members there! organization will receive an and Wellness Expo, all within additional chance to win a door Leisure World. Contact Information 301-828-6500 prize. Prizes will include wine, Many JRLW members main- For further membership Serving Leisure World for gift cards and gift certificates to tain their relationship with information about JRLW, over 35 years. Corn Beef King. their original congregation and contact one of the Group’s MHIC 10165 Insured Reach for Wellness with Mission Medical Dispensaries
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 33 ■■Comedy and Humor Club Cannons Roar at Recent Club Meeting by Al Karr how a jobless actor finally he sustains this effort, he • John – Which hand is got a gig to appear in a show admits, “Sometimes I think it better to write with? he ‘cannons roared’ at as a Confederate soldier in a I’m praying to a stone Neither, it’s better to use a T a recent meeting of the battlefield reenactment. His wall.” pen. Comedy and Humor Club. agent told him to go to the Meetings are held on the first theater and take the stage, ■■Rossmoor Women’s Club three Tuesdays of each month telling him and then reminding at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse II. him repeatedly that when he Sunny Levin, a newcomer hears loud cannon roars, to Wine and Friends Make to the Club, told about a five- say, “Hark! I hear the cannons year-old boy named Will, roar!” The excited actor took whose father planned to take a train and a cab, and then a Good Blend him to one of those outdoor walked to the theater, arriving by Marcia L. Elbrand including college scholarships, reenactments of a noisy just in time to deliver his line. the Head Start class at Harmony battlefield standoff between He dashed onto the stage, the he Rossmoor Women’s Hills Elementary School, a local Civil War soldiers. Will began cannons roared loudly, and he TClub’s (RWC) opening event hospice, various local programs crying, afraid of the cannon exclaimed, “What was that?” of the Club year is a “welcome assisting families of wounded roar and all those dying men Others taking the mic at the back to volunteering event” warriors and people starting falling to the ground. Club’s recent meeting were on Wednesday, Sept. 18, from afresh after domestic violence or Dad assured his son that vice president Skip Schoening, 3-5 p.m. in Clubhouse I. The job loss. they’re only acting, took the Wally Becker, Sam Hack, theme is “wine and friends make At the Sept. 18 event, the boy’s hand and off they went treasurer Herb Hodes, Sumner a good blend.” emphasis will be on mingling. to the reenactment. As soon Levin, president John Lass and The Club hopes to see ‘old’ Committee chairs will as they arrived, the captain of Al Karr. Here are a few of the members, new members, encourage attendees to volun- one side of the battle loudly jokes they told: prospective members and guests teer for the Club’s education ordered, “Fire at will!” • Skip – A 90-year-old man who are simply curious about the committee, which selects recip- Jack Melnick, a veteran goes to the Wailing Wall Club, said new president Abigail ients of the six to eight college of the Club’s creation more every day, praying for Murton. The event will feature a scholarships awarded annually. than 30 years ago, described world peace. Asked how buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Other volunteers are needed The deadline to register will be in to staff the Club’s popular, early September; all event details weeklong fruitcake and pecan will be available soon. sale in November, and the $6 The event is an opportu- per gift vendors’ sales, which nity for residents to see what offers opportunities to purchase interests them by meeting costume jewelry, stocking chairpeople of the Club’s various stuffers, socks, umbrellas, fundraising arms, according to novelties and toys. One of the vice president Noreen Potter. thrice-yearly sales is always RWC annually raises more scheduled in plenty of time than $10,000, all of which for Chanukah and Christmas is donated to local causes, shopping.
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34 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Writers of Leisure World Physician’sChoice Several Writers Share HEARING SERVICES
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Blank We have a team of audiology doctors and back alone.” was also made to otolaryngology physicians who work together Jean Anessi take piano lessons in two convenient locations to help you. wrote of child- and told how she hood vacations in would change the Wildwood, New time on the clock so Jersey, days at she could go back MEET OUR AUDIOLOGISTS the beach and her outside and play Dr. Kathryn Balestino-Estes and Dr. Allyson Bull grandmother’s joy before the hour was at playing poker up. with a couple of vacationing Denise Barker read a poem • Comprehensive and • Solutions to fit your hearing priests. 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During warmer months, leave Leisure World and go out to dues and get you signed up. the group meets at 10:15 a.m. at a a local hiking trail. Send a check for $5 per member, ny fun-loving, active local trail. Most walk about three For more information, email payable to Baby Boomer Club, to Aresident can join the Baby miles, but some walk halfway and Ted Michos at (Tedmichos@ Susan Landesberg at (3505 Twin Boomer Club; there is no age return. To carpool to the trail, gmail.com). Branches Ct., 37-C, Silver Spring, requirement. contact Joyce at (301-598-7098) MD 20906). Baby Boomers get together by Thursday night. Weeknight Walks Include your address and to have fun at social events, For directions to the walk sites, For a shorter walk (about one phone number (if not on the and often bring food to share, go to the Calendar on the Baby mile) around the Broadwalk check) and email address. including beer and wine. Boomer Club website at (https:// in Montgomery Mutual, meet Members who do not have email The Club meets on weekdays sites.google.com/site/bbclwmd/ on weeknights at 7:15 p.m. in should keep in contact with a evenings and weekends, so that calendar), or use Google Maps. the lobby of Clubhouse I. No member who does. residents who are still working Upcoming walks include: announcement is made; just look Adding the Baby Boomer can join. for a group forming and intro- group email address (bbclw@ Club members watch movies • Aug. 9 – Washington Grove duce yourself. googlegroups.com) to your in the Clubhouse II auditorium community (Bounding Bend contact list or address book will or go out to dinner, and then take Court, Redland, MD) Even More Walks help to prevent the Club’s emails in a movie at a nearby theater. • Aug. 16 – Locust Grove The American Volkssport from ending up in the spam or Sometimes the Club sees a play Nature Center (7777 Democ- Association (AVA) holds events junk folder. The Club keeps its at Toby’s Dinner Theatre in racy Blvd., Bethesda, MD and provides guides to local emails limited to activities that Columbia. 20817) walks of interest. More informa- members might enjoy. They also play games and tion about AVA walks is available Club members who have have picnics and barbecues at Sunday Morning Walks on the Club’s website at (https:// joined but are not receiving nearby East Norbeck Park. The Join a group of walkers that sites.google.com/site/bbclwmd). emails are asked to contact Beth next picnic is on Sunday, Aug. 4, meet up on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. Click on Walks, below the events Leanza at (301-598-4569) or starting at noon at the Park. near Arden Court (across from calendar. ([email protected]). Kelmscot Drive) to walk the The Club’s website is available Friday Hikes with Joyce entire Leisure World Boulevard Ready to Join? at (https://sites.google.com/ Anyone is welcome to join the circle. After the walk some go out The Club’s membership is site/bbclwmd) and includes a walks led by Joyce Richardson on to breakfast. Now and then they ready and waiting to receive calendar with walk information.
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36 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 Clubs, Groups & Organizations In Brief Amateur Radio Club: Calling all hams! All resident amateur radio Friends Can Make a Difference!” The Group welcomes anyone who has had operators (hams)—or would-be operators—are invited to join our business affiliations with New York (both city or state), or who just likes New Yorkers. meeting/lunch the second Tuesday of each month. We meet in the Stein For more information, contact Connie at (301-438-2667). Room in Clubhouse I at 1 p.m. For more information or to learn about Nextdoor.com: A friendly place online to share tips and meet neigh- amateur radio, call Bryan West at (301-598-0137). bors. We already have a record of success helping make Leisure World even Book Club Network: The network is a collection of book discussion better. Free. Please join our 1,200 plus members. Go to (www.nextdoor. groups of eight to 12 members each, providing a forum for residents to get com/join) and enter the code QHMXCF. together with other avid readers to read and discuss their favorite books. The Philadelphians: For further information about the Philadelphians Members meet monthly to talk about a specific work chosen by their club. and their events, contact Steve Kane at (301-598-2330) or (kanens@verizon. For further information, contact Verna Denny at (301-598-1418) or (verhd@ net). msn.com). The Pittsburghers: If you were born, raised or lived in Pittsburgh and/ Clipper Workshop: Members assemble clown hand puppets for Holy or the Greater Pittsburgh area, you are welcome to join us. For more infor- Cross Hospital. They are used in the pediatric and emergency rooms. No mation, call Tania Iwanowski at (301-598-2278) or email (Tania.Iwan special skills are needed. Some sewing skills are necessary. Bring a bag [email protected]). lunch. (We will eat in the lunchroom.) Members meet every first and third Quilting Group: Come and join our fun group as we work on our Monday in Clubhouse II from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., or any portion of the time you individual projects. We now include those interested in all needlework can devote to making a child smile. Donations of cotton fabrics, stuffing, and knitting. We meet the second and fourth Thursdays in the Clubhouse thread and iron-on facing are appreciated. Contact Joan Mahoney at (240- II multipurpose room at 9:30 a.m. If you have any questions, call Clydis 833-2724) or Jane Brinser at (301-438-2599) for further information. Kellough at (301-642-2430). Our next meeting is Aug. 8. Hispanos de Leisure World: All Hispano-Parlantes residents are Stitchers Group: Needlepoint, cross-stitch and more. If you enjoy invited to join the club in enjoying its activities, including card games stitching or would like to learn, we meet every first and third Thursday from and conversations, every Friday at 3 p.m. in Clubhouse I. Once a month, 10 a.m.-noon in the Clubhouse II multipurpose room. Come and share your Latin-American and Hispanic movies, with English subtitles, are screened. finished work and enjoy stitching with us while we learn new skills together. The club organizes a Fiesta de La Amistad on a weekend in the spring and Call Audrey at (301-598-4903). a Christmas dinner in December. The club has also presented musical Short Story Group: The Short Story Group reads from a collection shows in the Clubhouse II auditorium as well. If interested, contact Maria of short stories and discusses them together. On Aug. 7, Sami Demiray will Blanco, club president, at (301-847-9066) or Carlota “Loty” Goldenberg at lead a discussion of “Deaf and Blind” by Lara Vapnyar from the Oxford (301-598-6869). Anthology of Short Fiction. On Aug. 21, Beth Leanza will lead a discussion of Knitting Corner: Join us the second and fourth Fridays of each month “The Book of Miracles” by Edwidge Danticat from our new collection, “The at The Inter-Faith Chapel from 10 a.m.-noon. Our next meeting is Aug. 9. Short Story Prize: 15 Years of Great Fiction.” The Short Story Group meets Bring your knitting and enjoy the conversations. We have patterns and yarn on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 1 a.m. in Clubhouse I. for the Chapel’s mission. Yarn donations gratefully accepted. Call Joan at For information, call Beth Leanza at (301-598-4569). (240-833-2724) if you have any questions. Stamp and Coin Club: Are you a philatelist or a numismatic? Join the The Lapidary Shop: Our well-equipped Lapidary Shop is available Stamp and Coin Club. We meet on the first Thursday of each month at 3 to all residents who join the Lapidary Club and take training on use of p.m. in Clubhouse I. Members discuss their collections, including first day the shop’s equipment. Shop steward Mark Parker oversees training and covers, day of issue programs, yearbooks, coins, medals and more. Stamps is usually in the shop on Monday afternoons after 2 p.m. To arrange for are shared for “show-and-tell,” and we hold an auction of members’ stamps. training, contact Mark at (240-723-5860), or drop by the shop in Clubhouse A gift certificate is awarded as a door prize at each meeting. All residents II on a Monday afternoon to talk to Mark and see the shop. For those who and non-residents are welcome to attend. Annual dues are $5. If interested, have received training, the shop is available whenever the Clubhouse II E&R contact Rita Mastrorocco at (301-814-9196). office is open. Get trained and make cabochons. Get involved and make Town Meeting Organization: TMO is a movement of residents friends. concerned about governance and management. We meet every month to LW LGBTQ Alliance: Our group was formed to give members of the organize, discuss and conduct resident town hall meetings. Topics such as LGBTQ community a safe and inviting place to come and meet new friends the proposed administration building, community governance, management and to get involved in social activities. Our meetings are the third Saturday and its involvement in mutual elections, and funding a strategic plan will of every month at noon in Clubhouse II, except in July and August. We be addressed. TMO meets the third Friday of each month at 2 p.m. in the welcome everyone; being gay is not a prerequisite. The LW LGBTQ Alliance Clubhouse I. All residents are invited to attend and become active in the strives to provide events and activities to develop strong relationships movement. For information email ([email protected]) through education, interaction and fun within our group and with the entire or visit (www.townmeetingorganization.com). Leisure World community. For additional information and events, email us Wood Shop Users Group: The wood shop is located on the lower at ([email protected]). You can also follow us on Facebook at LW LGBT level of Clubhouse I; the entrance to the shop is off Gleneagles Drive. It is Alliance. open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-noon. An Model Railroad Club: If you have ever had an interest in model trains, experienced monitor is on duty when the shop is open to assist members our three layouts in the basement of Clubhouse II offers just about anything with their work and provide instructions in the use of shop equipment. you could ask for. Our largest layout, in HO, features scale miles of track, Members are often willing to repair and refinish projects for Leisure World yards and industries, and supports the simulated operation of real railroads residents. For further information, call (301-598-1308). delivering passengers and goods from source to final destination. Visit us Women in the Military: Are you a female who has served in the armed on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7 p.m. and Thursdays from 2-4 forces? Join us as we shine a light on the role that women play in serving p.m. in the basement of Clubhouse II, or join us for our monthly business our country. We also strive to promote awareness of the Women’s Memorial meeting on the second Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. in Clubhouse II. For at Arlington National Cemetery. We meet every second Wednesday of the more information, call Marilyn Chmielewski, president, at (301-438-3259). month at 10 a.m. in the Terrace Room. Call Barbara Long at (301-438-3427) Musical Jammers: We gather informally once a month with other for more information. amateur musicians, singers and lovers of music to sing, play music and have Women’s Fun Bunch of Leisure World: The Women’s Fun Bunch fun – no dues, no meetings, no agendas, no committees. We meet on the is for widows living in Leisure World. We have a good time together and plan second and fourth Mondays of every month at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse II. All for more adventures as the weather improves. For inquires, call Marlene at instruments and voices are welcome. You bring it; we’ll sing it. Questions? (301-438-7773). Call Richard Lederman at (301-598-1132). Yahoo Group: The Group is an online forum and email list serve that New Yorkers and Friends Group: Join fellow New Yorkers and provides informal, online communication between neighbors. It provides Friends on the second Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse residents an opportunity to seek information, post announcements and I. The Group offers opportunities to support outreach projects and to engage share photos and files. This list serve is monitored daily to assure the stated in a wide range of social activities. The Group’s motto is “New Yorkers & Group rules are followed. To join, visit (https://groups.yahoo.com/neo).
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 37 Leisure World Club Trips The next deadline for trip submissions is Monday, Aug. 5. The trips listed below are sponsored by Leisure World groups and organizations and not by Eyre Leisure World Travel. These trips are open to all residents, not only members of the specific club. For information, contact the person listed with each trip. (Do not contact the Eyre Leisure World Travel or E&R office.) Leisure World clubs and organizations that want to be included in this column must provide a submission to the News by 3 p.m. on the Monday deadline. Due to space limitations, the Leisure World News reserves the right to edit or delete submissions. Email your trip information to [email protected]. Please Note: Member/Non-Member pricing is at the discretion of the individual clubs.
Aug. Sept. National Book Festival Pigeon Forge 31 Washington, D.C. 16-20 and Smoky Mountains Shows, TN Join the Book Club Network on a trip to the National Book Festival All residents are invited to come with the Going It Alone Club at the D.C. Convention Center in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, on a five-day, four-night trip to Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Aug. 31, Labor Day weekend. Mountains of Tennessee. The trip includes four breakfasts and four This annual event, sponsored by The Library of Congress, brings the dinners, entrance to the Titanic Museum, five shows, free time in nation’s top authors together to discuss their work. historic downtown Gatlinburg and a guided tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The bus departs Clubhouse II at 9 a.m. and returns to Leisure World at 4 p.m. The cost is $35 a person for transportation only. Lunch is The bus departs Clubhouse II at 8 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 16 and returns on your own. late afternoon on Friday, Sept. 20 Purchase tickets from the Eyre Office in Clubhouse I or by calling The cost for double occupancy is $480 per person for Club members; (800-321-3973, Option 4). For more information, contact Verna $488 for non-members; and $149 additional for single occupancy. Denny at ([email protected]) or (301-598-1418). Travel insurance is available. Sign up at Saturday Afternoon Live (SAL) from 1:30-3 p.m. in Clubhouse II. No refunds will be made unless a replacement is made. Sept. For more information, call Joe Parker at (301-598-3457) or Sylvia Capitol Steps Pachenker at (301-598-5325). 14 Washington, D.C. NA’AMAT RBC Club has planned a great trip on Saturday, Nov. Sept. 14, to see a 7:30 p.m. performance of the Capitol Steps. Gaming and Sightseeing Join us for an evening of music and political satire at the Reagan 11-13 Atlantic City, NJ Building. The cost is $75 per person includes transportation and the show. Join the Tennis Club on a two-night/three-day trip (Monday- Wednesday) to Atlantic City, New Jersey. For only $205 per person The bus departs Clubhouse II at 6 p.m. and returns at approximately double occupancy ($90 more for single occupancy), you will get 10:30 p.m. transportation in a modern bus, two nights lodging in the casino hotel, Send your check, payable to NA’AMAT, to Esther Goldstein at one dinner, two hot breakfasts and a casino bonus. (15000 Pennfield Cir., #302, Silver Spring, MD 20906). For On your own in this tourist location, you can take in a show and enjoy questions, call Esther at (301-847-9215). Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk. Contact Sue Sandler at (240-242-3742) for more information and to make a reservation. Sept. Nationals Baseball Game Nov. 15 NEW - “To Kill a Mockingbird” Washington, D.C. 20 On Sunday, Sept. 15, Hadassah invites all residents to attend the 5th New York City, NY Annual Grand Slam Sunday sponsored by The Jewish Federation of All residents, family and friends are welcome to join the LWAAAC Greater Washington, Hadassah Greater Washington and the Greater bus trip to see “To Kill a Mockingbird” on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Washington Jewish community at Nationals Park. The Washington Schubert Theater in New York City, NY. Nationals will play the Atlanta Braves. Orchestra seating and transportation is $185 per person. Make checks Let’s make this a Hadassah community event. Bring your family, payable to LWAAAC and place them in the LWAAAC mail slot in children, grandchildren and neighbors. Pre-game fun begins at noon in E&R office, Clubhouse I, beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Include your the picnic area behind sections 142 and 143. There will be food and lots telephone number and email address with payment. To reserve theater of fun. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:35 p.m. seats, all tickets must be paid by Tuesday, Aug. 20. Tickets are $19 each and can be ordered online at (shalomdc.org/ The bus departs from Clubhouse II at 7:30 a.m. and returns at gss2019hadassah). The seats are in the Scoreboard Pavilion in sections approximately 9:30 p.m. For more information, contact Juanita Sealy- 237-245. Tickets will be mailed from the Greater Washington Hadassah Williams at (301-822-4531). Office. For details contact Greta Clark at ([email protected]) or (301- 881-8203). Transportation is not included. A portion of each ticket purchased will support significant projects in the Greater Washington area, in Israel and around the world. Attention, Travelers! All Leisure World travelers please note that no group on travel can park more than 12 vehicles overnight/long-term in the Clubhouse II parking lot. Also, parking overnight/long-term is at the owner’s own risk.
38 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 EYRE Leisure World Travel Travel & Tour Department • (301) 598-1599 • Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am-2:00 pm Reservations can be made Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm by calling 301-854-6600 #4 For more detailed itineraries, please see the Eyre Representative at the Eyre Leisure World Travel Office. DAY TRIPS Skyline Drive, VA EYRE TRAVEL SUMMER HOURS Fri., 10/25, 8:00 am-4:35 pm ...... $99.00 per person Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am-2:00 pm It’s time for leaf peeping! Lunch at Skyland Restaurant.
US Tennis Open, NY Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Sat., 10/26, 8:00 am-6:45 pm ...... $129.00 per person Fri., 8/30, 5:30 am-11:55 pm ...... $169.00 per person Three-hour rail excursion from Cumberland to Frostburg. Lunch included. 'Love' tennis? Then this is the trip for you! Ground pass to all stadiums except Arthur Ashe included as well as transportation. Apple Festival Peddlers Village, PA Library of Congress National Book Festival, DC Sat., 11/2, 8:15 am-7:30 pm ...... $65.00 per person Sat., 8/31, 9:00 am-4:00 pm ...... $35.00 per person Sample apple dishes, listen to live music and browse arts and crafts. Held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Transportation only. Expect enhanced safety and security measures when entering the Convention Center. Costuming the Crown Exhibit, Winterthur, DE Fri., 11/8, 8:00 am-5:45 pm ...... $99.00 per person DC Wharf Costumes from the Netflix series on the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Lunch Mon., 9/16, 8:45 am-3:15 pm ...... $39.00 per person voucher included. Explore the DC Wharf! Shops, museums and more! Transportation only. National African American Museum, DC Maryland Wine Festival, Carroll County, MD Mon., 11/11, 8:45 am-3:30 pm ...... $45.00 per person Sat., 9/21, 9:45 am-4:30 pm ...... $69.00 per person Timed entry tickets and transportation included. Bring your taste buds! Enjoy the Maryland Wine Festival at the Carroll County Farm Museum complex. Transportation and admission to the festival included. NEW TRIP! Sunfest at the Inlet, Ocean City, MD Notorious RBG Sat., 9/21, 7:45 am-9:00 pm ...... $60.00 per person The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, National Held at the Ocean City Inlet, this event is enjoyed by the whole family with Museum of American Jewish History, Philadelphia, PA arts and crafts vendors, a variety of delicious food including Eastern Shore Sat., 11/9, 7:45 am-6:40 pm ...... $85.00 per person favorites. Enjoy nationally known entertainers all day. All the entertainment is This entertaining exhibition explores RBG’s legacy—including her free with the exception of the headline acts. Transportation only. days as a student, her pioneering work as a lawyer and advocate for women’s rights, and her precedent-setting role on our nation’s Museum Loop, DC highest court. Lunch on own. Thur., 10/3, 8:40 am-3:00 pm ...... $35.00 per person Choose to spend the day at the Holocaust Museum, Natural History Museum or the National Gallery of Art. Transportation only.
9/11 Memorial & Museum, NY MULTI-DAY TRIPS Sat., 10/12, 7:00 am-11:45 pm ...... $120.00 per person Castles of NY-1000 Islands The Wright Experience $10 Cracker Barrel gift card included. Aug. 26-29 at Fallingwater, PA Oct. 22-24 Bay Lighthouse Cruise, Annapolis Finger Lakes, NY Sept. 22-25 Wed., 10/23, 9:15 am-4:30 pm ...... $110.00 per person A Victorian Holiday, Cape Pass by three lighthouses in the Chesapeake Bay. Narrated by a costumed Hudson Valley, NY May, NJ lighthouse keeper. Boxed lunch served on board. Sept. 25-27 Dec. 1-3 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Greenbrier, WV Glenstone Museum, Potomac, MD Oct. 4-9 (fly/drive) Dec. 8-10 Thurs., 10/24, 10:15 am-4:00 pm ...... $40.00 per person Country Christmas at the Enjoy your day inside and outside at this unique museum! Transportation only. Ocean City Getaway, MD Oct. 15-18 Gaylord Hotel in Nashville, TN Dec. 10-13 *NEW* International Horse Show, DC Thu., 10/24, 5:10-11:00 pm ...... $85.00 per person The annual Washington International Horse Show is one of the best events CRUISES of its kind featuring more than 500 types of horses and all sorts of great Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean equestrian events. Thousands of enthusiasts show up to the Capital One Oct. 31-Nov. 8 Sept. 17-26, 2020 Arena every October to see something amazing. It won't take long to Eight-night Southeast Coast Nine-night Canada/New get hooked on the tradition of the Washington International Horse Show, England Cruise which continues to boast a stunning display of equestrian heraldry that will and Perfect Day Cruise leave you wanting more. Trip includes transportation and admission. We can book any cruise line anywhere you want to cruise.
(All Trips depart from Clubhouse II) Some trips require a certain amount of walking. The shoe symbol provides an indication of how much walking may be involved.
Key: Easy Walking More Walking A Lot of Walking Eyre at Leisure World Travel Office, located in Clubhouse I, is a department of Eyre Bus, Tour & Travel. We offer a full service travel agency that specializes in airline reservations, cruises, group tours, vacation packages, hotel accommodations and auto rental. We have been providing “Excellence in Travel for 70 Years”. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: Please call 301-598-1599 after 7 am on the day of a trip to find out if we have cancelled, postponed or are going. If a trip is cancelled, you will also receive a phone call from us once the office is open. August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 39 SPORTS, GAMES & Scoreboards ■ ■Tennis Club Golf Course Offers August Plans Include One-Time-Only Meetings, Annual Picnic Membership Rate and More Play he golf course is offering a one-time-only reduced membership rate of $500 for by Alfonso Holston round robin fun and on Sundays, T residents, their family members and Wednesdays and Thursdays for friends. he next Tennis Club meeting advance tennis play. All play is The reduced rate includes annual is on Thursday, Aug. 8, at from 9:30-11 a.m. T greens fees and unlimited play and is 7 p.m. in Clubhouse II. The Club good through Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019. welcomes its new member, Dee Tennis Court Updates Come out for the easy exercise and Berkholtz. Mike Rice, project manager camaraderie that golf has to offer! For With the tennis season halfway with the Physical Properties details or to join, stop by the Pro Shop over, the Club has many more Department, addressed the or call (301-598-1570). activities planned. Join the Club Tennis and Pickleball Advisory – Leisure World News on Friday, Aug. 16, for its annual Committee (TPAC) on June 10. Photo by Gerald Harden picnic from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at East Rice informed the Committee Norbeck Park. The picnic will that the tennis courts would be ■■Golf Club include food, music and tennis. repainted either in the late fall or At the Club’s June 11 meeting, early spring. members enjoyed an ice cream A motion was presented July Results social while discussing the July 4 before the Committee that courts Compiled by Rita Molyneaux July 13, 2019 parade. 3 and 4 get pickleball lines Overall Mixed Team painted on them at the time of July 9, 2019 Play Times Championship the repainting. A vote was taken 9-Hole Ladies The last call for Monday after- and it was voted that courts 3 1. Jack Frensilli, Kathy Frensilli, Step Aside Scramble noon “Hit Arounds” was July 22 and 4 remain free of pickleball Net* 58 and 23 (two opportunities were lines. 1. Kazue Waller, Brenda Curtis- 2. Doug Brasse, Mary Lee Amato, provided to make up for bad Rice also informed the Heiken, Dee Smiley, Arillian Net* 58 weather). The “Hit Arounds” Committee that the courts would Navy, 42 1. Ron Holsey, Ivy Holsey, Gross 73 improved everyone’s games, and be getting awning for protection 2. Kay Heier, Mary Wells, Carole *Match of cards another session may be sched- and relief from the sun. Lee Simms, Betty Devers, 45 uled for the fall. The next TPAC meeting is on 2. (tie) Linda Andrews, Connie July 16, 2019 Residents and friends are still Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 1:30 p.m. Park, Ruth Cougnet, Nickie 9-Hole Ladies invited to come out and enjoy in the Sullivan Room of the Lopes, 45 Bingo-Bango-Bongo the courts with Club members Administration Building. All 1. Susan Newman, 11 on Tuesdays and Fridays for residents are welcome. July 10, 2019 2. (tie) Mary Lee Amato, Mary MISGA at University of Wells, Muriel Peake, Patt Maryland Hooper, Alice Parker 10 2-Best Ball Mixer 7. (tie) Judy Moffson, Kay Heier 9* Golf Club members were in the *Match of cards Wills, Wealth Planning & Trusts winning column. Five places were Phone: 301-518-0423 awarded, with the first place score of July 17, 2019 Email: 121 and the 2nd place 124 in the two Men’s ABCD Team [email protected] best ball mixer. Congratulations to Two Best Balls of Four Net Housecall: No charge! 1. Joseph Powel, Mark Parker, www.battersbylawoffice.com Tony Marotta and his team who came Simple will: in second place and Semoon Chang’s Richard Falck, Joe Crocetta, 112 $175/person; $330/couple team won third place at a tough course 2. Doug Brasse, Mike Makfinsky, Living will/medical directive $80 with a competitive field. Also, congrat- Jules Goldstein, Alan Wilder, 116 Financial power of attorney $90 ulations to Chang who won closest to 3. Hank Weiss, Robert Kent, Bob Hudson, Doug Cornish, 120 Probate: flat fee or hourly, not the pin. a percentage of estate. July 11, 2019 Estate and tax planning. 18-Hole Ladies Luann Battersby I also assist clients in other Two Lady Better Ball Net Leisure World neighbor related matters when they need 1. Mary Ko, Susan Kim, 63 3510 Chiswick Ct my help. 2. Christa Storm, Kathy Frensilli, 68 Photo by Leisure World News
40 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 ■■Chess Club Chess: the Elephant in Clubhouse II by Bernie Acher about 67 percent; and prices have dropped sharply, according to National ne problem elephants have is that Geographic. Smuggling and illegal sales Othey are too big. They require a lot are increasing, however. of land to roam around and find food. Since 1990, the Convention on Inter- Their size (generally 10 feet tall and national Trade in Endangered Species of 12,000 pounds) makes them easy to spot Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has banned by poachers, who seek their tusks, skins trade in ivory. Also, the U.S. banned and meat. domestic sales of ivory in June 2016. Elephants have no control over their The Chess Club does not use chess size. They are the largest land animals pieces made of ivory. Plastic is good in the world. They eat 300 pounds of enough. In the diagram on this page, grass, bushes and trees every day. They White can win by checkmate in two spend 75 percent of their days and nights moves. Do you see it? searching for, and eating, food. They eat The solution follows the usual message so much that they need to keep moving to that the Chess Club meets on Monday, find food. Wednesday and Friday at 1-4 p.m. in Despite a ban on international trade in Clubhouse II. Membership is free. For ivory, poachers kill some 30,000 African further information, call Bernie Ascher at Black must move the King to g8 or h8. elephants each year for their ivory tusks. (301-598-8577). White moves the Queen to h7. Checkmate Carvers in China, the largest consumer SOLUTION: White moves the Knight in either case! market for ivory products, generally use to g5, double-checking Black’s King with So, do not wait for Elephant Day. Do ivory to produce jewelry and art works. the Knight and the Queen. Black cannot not wait for a new elephant census. Do Smuggled ivory sells for as much as capture the Knight because the King not wait for elephants to forget. Play $1,500 per pound. would still be in check by the Queen. chess now! Elephant Day, observed worldwide on Aug. 12, reminds us of this every year. Created by Canadian filmmaker Patricia Sims and Thailand’s Elephant Reintro- FREDRICK A. ISAACS, M.D., P.C., FACS duction Foundation and first celebrated in 2012, the purpose of Elephant Day is BOARD CERTIFIED OPHTHALMOLOGIST to heighten awareness of the plight of elephants. Latest Advances in Cataract Surgery including the Restor© & LenSx (Femtosecond) Elephants live almost entirely in Africa and Asia. At the turn of the century, a few Treatment of Glaucoma & Macular Degeneration million were in Africa and about 100,000 (Avastin, Lucentis & Eylea Injections) in Asia. Although estimates vary, Complete Exams and Contact Lens Exams the population has declined to about 415,000 in Africa and 40,000 in Asia, according to the World Wildlife Fund. Results of the Great Elephant Census Full Service Optical Shop released in August 2016 showed that about 350,000 African savannah Glasses, Sunglasses, Contact Lenses elephants remain alive in 18 countries, a 30 percent decline in seven years (2007-2014). We offer the latest diagnostic equipment for assessment The Great Census, the most extensive of retinal disease and glaucoma. ever undertaken, covered more than 300,000 miles, surveyed by air by a team led by Mike Chase, an ecologist based in ON PREMISES: Visual Fields, Cirrus HD - OCT, Botswana, at a cost of $7 million, paid in part by Paul Allen, one of the founders of Fluorescein Angiography, Stereo Disc Photographs, Microsoft. The International Union for Conser- Corneal Pachymetry and Topography. vation of Nature (IUCN) lists Asian elephants as endangered on its “Red List,” but in 2004, IUCN moved African 3801 International Drive, Suite 208 elephants from “endangered” status to “vulnerable” because they are rela- Silver Spring, MD 20906 tively numerous and their population is increasing in some areas. 301-598-8500 Good news for elephants: China LEISURE WORLD PLAZA PROFESSIONAL BUILDING banned the buying and selling of ivory at the end of 2017. Ivory workshops and many stores have closed since then; store sales have declined by EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 41 ■ Tuesday and Friday Duplicate Bridge ■ Tuesday and Friday Duplicate Bridge (cont.’d) Compiled by Jerry Miller Friday, July 5, 2019 Flight A includes all players. Flight B includes only ACBL member pairs, One section only each less than 1,000 master points. Flight C includes only ACBL member Flight A Flight B pairs, each less than 500 master points. 1. Mark Lavine – Dora Levin 1. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel Tuesday, June 25, 2019 2. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel North-South East-West Tuesday, July 9, 2019 Flight A Flight A North-South East-West 1. Palma Seeger – Sue Swift 1. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel Flight A Flight A 2. Wendy Morrison – Vern Skinner 2. Jerry Miller – Gerald Lerner 1. Martin Reed – Howard Tash 1. Garry Grossman – Paul Chassy 3. Hanna Schepps – Marlys Moholt 3. Barry Tash – Howard Tash 2. Palma Seeger – Angela Riani 2. Nadyne Cheary – Saul Penn 4. Allen Shaw – Patti Anschutz 4. Robert Kerr – Jim Anschutz 3. Allen Shaw – Patti Anschutz 3. Hanna Schepps – Marlys Moholt 5. Stephen Weiner – Larry Carswell 5. Joan Marie Thomas – Kathleen 4. Stephan Billstein – Marcia Fletcher 4. Helen Solomon – Rae Newman Flight B Hooley Flight B Flight B 3. Stephen Weiner – Larry Carswell Flight B 1. Palma Seeger – Angela Riani 2. Helen Solomon – Rae Newman 2. Robert Kerr – Jim Anschutz 3. Stanley Rosen – David Handwerker 3. Joan Marie Thomas – Kathleen Friday, July 5, 2019 Hooley Flight C North-South East-West Flight A Flight A 2. Joan Marie Thomas – Kathleen Hooley 1. Aaron Navarro – Allen Shaw 1. Susan Weiss – Sue Swift 2. Paul Chassy – Reina Chassy 2. Mark Lavine – Judith Perrier Friday, June 28, 2019 Flight B Flight B One Section Only 1. Marilyn Rubinstein – Stanley Rosen 2. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel Flight A Flight B Flight C 1. Mark Lavine – Marcia Fletcher 1. Susan Weiss – Sue Swift 1. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel 2. Diane Keiper – Nadyne Cheary 2. (tie) Linda Mihm – Norman 3. Aaron Navarro – Judith Perrier Salenger Tuesday, July 16, 2019 4. Mel Schloss – Wendy Morrison (tie) Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel North-South East-West Flight C Flight A Flight A 1. Sid Lotlikar – Michael Benefiel 1. Aaron Navarro – Marlys Moholt 1. Saul Penn – Elaine Conway Tuesday, July 2, 2019 2. Stephen Weiner – Larry Carswell 2. Madhav Deshmukh – Beena 3. Allen Shaw – Patti Anschutz Deshmukh North-South East-West 4. Marilyn Rubinstein – Stanley Rosen 3. Helen Solomon – Rae Newman Flight A Flight A Flight B 4. Howard Brewer – Joe Boland 1. Nancy Gordon – Bernice Felix 1. Abigail Murton – Dora Levin 1. Stephen Weiner – Larry Carswell Flight B 2. Allen Shaw – Patti Anschutz 2. Marcia Fletcher – Michael Benefiel 2. Marilyn Rubinstein – Stanley Rosen 1. Madhav Deshmukh – Beena 3. Marilyn Udell – Maida Crocicchia 3. Howard Brewer – Joe Boland Deshmukh 4. Jerry Miller – Marlys Moholt 4. Joan Marie Thomas – Kathleen 2. Helen Solomon – Rae Newman Flight B Hooley 3. Howard Brewer – Joe Boland 2. Beena Deshmukh – Madhav Flight C Deshmukh 1. Howard Brewer – Joe Boland continued next column Friday, July 19, 2019 North-South East-West ■ Wednesday Night Chicago Bridge Flight A Flight A Compiled by Abigail Murton 1. Aaron Navarro – Allen Shaw 1. Lorraine Hegel – Saul Penn 2. Jerry Miller – Nadyne Cheary 2. Mark Lavine – Judith Perrier July 10, 2019 July 17, 2019 Flight B 1. Joan Joyce and LeLoy Cottrell, 1. Joyce and Dick Riseberg, 4,450 1. Leanna Gipson – Judy Tankersley 4,290 2. Abigail Murton and Doug Brasse, 2. Dottie Hurley and Dottie Donnelly, 3,940 Duplicate games are Tuesday and Friday evenings at 3,570 3. Howard Brewer and Mel Schloss, 7 p.m. in Clubhouse I. Results and hand records are available on 3. Joyce and Dick Riseberg, 3,240 3,420 (thecommongame.com). Players who need a partner for either the 4. Abigail Murton and Doug Brasse, Tuesday or Friday game are asked to call Shirley Light at (301-598-6611) 3,060 at least 24 hours in advance. The next Duplicate Bridge Club newcomer game is on Monday, Aug. 19. RSVP to ([email protected]). ■ Thursday Afternoon Ladies Bridge Compiled by JoAnn Gellman ■ Friday Bridge July 11, 2019 July 18, 2019 Compiled by Shirley Rosenhaft 1. Shirley Gilmore, 3,390 1. Lynne Bloom, 2,980 July 12, 2019 2. Wendy Flannery, 3,140 2. Ruthe Slone, 2,950 1. Leonard Bosin, 2,990 3. Bob Stromberg, 2,330 3. Irene Shaulis, 2,780 3. Michele Frome, 2,850 2. John Hashim, 2,550 4. Shirley Rosenhaft, 2,210
42 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 Sports, Games & Scoreboards In Brief Bid Whist: Do you know what Sport the Kitty, Boston Time and Rise handicap or handicap index. Greens fees and cart fees apply. Once a and Fly all mean? If you like to play Bid Whist, then meet us on Mondays month, the club has a nine-hole Twi-lite Golf Mixer on Friday at 4:30 at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse II Multi-purpose Room. Questions: Call Jessie p.m. and on Saturdays, the Club has a Par 3 Mixer at 4 p.m. No handicap at (314-374-4501). is necessary for the Saturday mixers. Both mixers are followed by dinner Bocce: Games are played on the first and second Fridays of the and drinks and a lot of fun and camaraderie. Call the Golf Pro Shop at month at 10 a.m. at the bocce court, located outside the Clubhouse I (301-598-1570) for information. Terrace Room restaurant. The game is easy to learn, with no special skills Mah-jongg: Learn how to play mah-jongg. Call (301-598-3438). required. There is no sign up; just show up (weather-permitting). Mind-Body Exercise Club: Members meet every Thursday after- Bridge: noon from 2-3 p.m. in the Clubhouse II Activity Room to study and • Tuesday and Friday Duplicate Bridge games are at 7 p.m. in practice mind-body exercises under a leader. Interested Leisure World Clubhouse I. New players with partners are welcome. Hand records and residents can join the club by paying a $5 per person initiation fee. If you results are available after the game on (thecommongame.com). Results have any questions, call Judy Menkes at (301-847-9643). are also posted on (cuebid.com). If in need of a partner, call Shirley Light Ping-Pong Club: Get healthy exercise and camaraderie playing at (301-598-6611) at least 24 hours before the game. Questions? Call ping-pong. The club meets Mondays from 3-5 p.m. and Wednesdays and Aaron at (301-598-3870). Fridays from 1-3 p.m., in the Clubhouse II Ping-Pong and Meeting Room. • The Wednesday Night Chicago Bridge Group is looking for new Drop in anytime during that period. Some experience preferred. Ques- members. The group meets every Wednesday in Clubhouse I. Play begins tions? Call Julie at (301-598-5424) or email at ([email protected]). promptly at 6:45 p.m. Bring a partner and be ready for a few hours of Pinochle Players: Experienced Pinochle players wanted. We play friendly games. Questions? Call Doug at (301-448-8708). Mondays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Clubhouse II. If interested, call (301- • Men’s Bridge seeks players. We meet Mondays and Thursdays at 775-7238) or (301-598-7064). If you are interested in learning, you are 12:30 p.m. in Clubhouse II. No partner needed. Women welcome. Call welcome to observe. Alan Levine at (301-288-7349). Poker: • Thursday Ladies Bridge welcomes more card players. If inter- • Poker Game openings are available at the Greens, Thursdays from ested, call JoAnn Gellman at (301-351-2391). 7-10 p.m. No prior experience necessary. If interested, call Marcel at Chess: Free chess lessons on Mondays for beginners or “rusty” (240-486-6205). players. Call Steve Harvith at (301-801-4693) or Lark Keller at (301- • Men’s Poker is seeking new members. Play is daily, beginning 219-5955) for appointments. The Chess Club meets every Monday, around 9 a.m. in the Game Room in Clubhouse II. Wednesday, and Friday from 1-4 p.m. in Clubhouse II. Membership is • Play Poker Mondays and Thursdays from 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. in the free. Clubhouse II Game Room. We play hi/low only (two winners). Call (301- Cribbage: We meet for 150 minutes of competitive fellowship on 598-4331) or (301-434-6823) or come observe. Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Clubhouse II. We have cards and cribbage Thursday Night Poker meets every Thursday from 6-9 p.m. in boards, and would be pleased to teach you the game. It is a mixture of Clubhouse II. We play hi/lo, with or without wild cards, dealer’s choice. rummy and pinochle and is pure fun. (We do not even keep score.) For All are welcome. Leisure World residents preferred. Call Dave at (301- more information, call George at (301-598-9747) or Bill at (301-598- 598-7064) for information or just come and join us. 7270). We look forward to seeing you. Scrabble: Please join us at Clubhouse II on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. Duckpin Bowling: Join us for the Duckpin Mixed Bowling League for a game of Scrabble. Boards are available. Call Arlyne at (301-438- Mondays at 12:30 p.m. at White Oak Bowling Lanes (11207 New 7442) if you are interested in playing. Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring). We need bowlers of all skill levels and Volleyball for Everyone. If you are a resident who wants to enjoy will welcome you into our enthusiastic group. We carpool regularly, so the inviting warm water of the social pool, join your peers in social non-drivers need not stay away. Call Lisa Zarou at (301-814-0029) or volleyball on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 3 p.m. No skills Flora Wolf at (301-598-5807) to join as a substitute or regular bowler. needed, just come and have fun. Competitive volleyball games are played Jigsaw Puzzle: There is a jigsaw puzzle table in the Clubhouse II on Mondays and Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. This game is for long-term, lobby. Feel free to work on it at your leisure. skilled players who want the intensity of competition and rarely miss the LW Golf Club: Come join the Golf Club members in a pickup 18-hole games. If you don’t have a yearly indoor pool pass, a $3 ticket good for golf game every Tuesday and Friday at 11 a.m. All residents are welcome. one pool session may be purchased at the Clubhouse II E&R office. For You do not have to be a golf club member. You just need a current golf more information, email Laurie Burdick at ([email protected]).
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We are an inclusive Christian congregation celebrating diversity and seeking unity.
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August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 43 CLASSES & Seminars
Sign-up will be taken for newly advertised classes beginning NEW – Stretch, Tone the joints. The workout includes on the Tuesday after the date of the edition of Leisure World and Strength Training for easy-to-follow low-impact News in which it appears. All sign ups begin at 8:30 a.m. in either the Active Adult (9:15 a.m.) moves and upper-body strength Clubhouse I or II as noted in the class description. Residents can - Advanced: Join our fun exer- training. Have fun and move to register for themselves and two other residents. Please bring your cise class that utilizes a variety of the music through a variety of Leisure World ID. equipment for the active adult. exercises designed to increase If required enrollment is not met five days prior to the start date, This dynamic strength-training your cardio fitness level, strength, the class will be cancelled. class will develop a body instilled range of movement and activities ***Please note fees for non-residents: add $10 for 1-6 with power and one that can for daily living. Bring your hand- session classes and $20 for classes of 7 or more sessions. move with ease and confidence. held weights and work at your Payment can be made by check or credit card (MasterCard, Get stronger, steadier and more own pace. VISA or Discover); no cash is accepted. Checks must be made balanced as you develop new Class meets Mondays (with payable to Leisure World of Maryland Corp. Please sign up in body awareness, flexibility and Shirley), Aug. 5-Sept. 16 (no advance of the starting date of the class since instructors need to control of “usable strength.” class Sept. 2), and Thursdays know how many will participate. Note: Registration will not Weights, bands, and balls (with Sue), Aug. 8-Sept. 12, be accepted nor refunds issued after the completion of are provided; and a mat is 9-9:45 a.m. You can take the two sessions! recommended for some floor class on Mondays or Thursdays, Leisure World does not discriminate on the basis of race, work. Bring a bottle of water. or sign up for both days. Fee: color, national or ethnic origin in admission policies, education Modification can be made for the $38 for one day per week; policies or programs. individual exerciser and all are $63 for two days per week. welcome to join in the fun. The Register at Clubhouse II. RELIGION AND EXERCISE instructor is Linda Ginsburg. Class meets Mondays, Mild Exercise with PHILOSOPHY NEW – Tap Dancing in Aug. 26-Oct. 14 (no class Sept. 3) Shirley: All exercises, seated or a Chair with Carol – a New The Underlying Unity and/or Thursdays, Aug. 22-Oct. standing, are led by instructor Approach to Tap: If you are an of Eastern Philosophical 10, 9:15-10:15 a.m. Fee: $60 for Shirley Lloyd. experienced tapper and miss it Thought – Vedanta, a CLL- one day per week; $90 for Class meets Tuesdays, or a beginner who always wanted and Friends of India Asso- two days per week. Register Aug. 6-Sept. 10, and Wednesdays, to tap, but right now your body ciation-sponsored course: at Clubhouse I. Aug. 7-Sept. 11, 11-11:45 a.m. You says, “no,” this is the class for Vedanta, the world’s oldest can take the class on Tuesdays you. For experienced tappers, this philosophy still practiced today, NEW – Stretch, Tone and or Wednesdays, or sign up for will be a “remember when” and speaks of an eternal religion of Balance for the Active Adult both days. Fee: $38 for one a “do I ever love tapping again”; which all the world’s religions (10:30 a.m.) – Beginner to day per week; $63 for two beginners will enjoy an easy are a part. Moderate: This class is for days per week. Register at start with the basics, and before This lecture series, led by beginner to moderate exercisers Clubhouse II. long they’ll feel like real tappers. Swami Chibrahmananda who want to join a fun exercise (Experienced tappers who don’t (Swami C), will explore the class that utilizes a variety of Chair Yoga with Robin, need a chair are welcome to take underlying metaphysics of this equipment for the active adult. Wednesdays: Age well. Prevent the class, but all students work ideal and its practical applica- This dynamic strength-training or diminish the chronic degen- from a chair.) tions within the context of one’s class will develop a body instilled erative disease processes that Each class is two hours; the own religion. It will discuss the with power and one that can frequently accompany aging. first hour will focus on beginning multitude of tools and practices move with ease and confidence. Gentle, yet effective, movements tap terms and combinations, for deepening one’s relationship Get stronger, steadier and more done while sitting in a chair. and the second hour on more with the Divine. The primary balanced as you develop new Increase joint mobility, balance, advanced techniques and focus will be on principles body awareness, flexibility and flexibility, strength, tone, circu- dances. Students are welcome and shared truths as opposed control of “usable strength.” lation of blood and lymph, and and encouraged to participate to dogmas and creeds. It will Weights, bands, and balls improve breathing. Optional in either or both hours of borrow from the scriptures of are provided; and a mat is standing balance exercises instruction. many of the world’s religions recommended for some floor included. Relaxing and fun! Carol began taking tap lessons to form a cohesive idea of the work. Bring a bottle of water. Mindfulness training is intro- at age four, continuing through underlying unity. Modification can be made for the duced and basic holistic lifestyle high school when she taught The lecture topics include: individual exerciser and all are habits discussed. tap to offset the cost of lessons, Vedantic Eden, The Goal and welcome to join in the fun. The Instructor Robin M. Hartman, and performed in recitals and Its Attainment, Principles of instructor is Linda Ginsburg. C-IAYT, CHHC, RYT, PTA, is community theater. In college, Practice, Evolving to One and Class meets Class meets licensed to perform physical she taught dance for the physical concluding with a summary Mondays, Aug. 26-Oct. 14 (no therapy in the state of Maryland. education department and, in the overview. class Sept. 3) and/or Thurs- She is also a certified holistic summer, continued to perform Class meets Mondays, days, Aug. 22-Oct. 10, 10:30- health coach, registered yoga in local theater. While her career Aug. 5-Sept. 16 (no class Aug. 19 11:30 a.m. Fee: $60 for one teacher and certified yoga ther- took her in another direction, her or Sept. 2), 10-11 a.m. Fee: $15. day per week; $90 for two apist. She will answer questions love affair with dance has never Register at Clubhouse I. days per week. Register at after class or can be reached at ended. For questions, give Carol a Clubhouse I. (240-350-8820). call at (301-598-5980). For more information Class meets Wednesdays, Class meets Thursdays, about the Center for Lifelong Senior Sneakers: Get up Aug. 7-Oct. 2 (no class Aug. 14), Sept. 5-Oct. 3, 3-5 p.m. Fee: $40. Learning (CLL) and its instruc- and go with a safe, heart-healthy 2-3 p.m. Fee: $110. Register at Register at Clubhouse II. tors, visit (www.cllmd.com). cardio workout that is gentle on Clubhouse II. 44 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 Chair Tai Chi with Robin: in the body. Inspired by the work WATER EXERCISE Non-impact Fusion Water This Tai Chi program is a simpli- of Moshe Feldenkrais, Joseph Exercise with Shirley or fied form of nine Pilates, yoga, Robin McKenzie NEW – Aqua-Fit Ballet Sue: This class is held in the basic movements that can be and others, the class will include Water Exercise with Betty: round leisure pool (warm water). repeated and performed with slow stretching, repetitive move- This class is designed to promote Dance, yoga poses, and cardio varying levels of complexity ments and breath awareness. balance and strength while movements are all fused together either sitting or standing. The Participants should bring a toning the entire body. Learn the to give students an awesome, fun program is directed at improving mat, blanket and small pillow language of ballet – plié, tendu, class. Participants will improve balance; increasing strength, tone or folded towel (depending on relevé – and keep your cool in their posture, balance, flexibility and range of motion in ankles, how comfortable the participant the round pool. and muscle strength. knees, hips and trunk; improving is in putting his or her head on Instructor Betty Smith is Class meets Tuesdays, circulation of blood and lymph; the floor when lying down). AFAA certified in Pilates, yoga Aug. 6-Sept. 10, and Thursdays, promoting a general sense of well Participants should also dress in and group exercise. She has Aug. 8-Sept. 12, 1-2 p.m. You can being and energy; and decreasing layers as the floor may be cold; air trained with the Maryland Youth take the class on Tuesdays or muscle pain. The program is temperature in the room can be Ballet and is an experienced Thursdays, or sign up for both also good for quieting the mind, adjusted as needed to keep partic- Aqua-Fit instructor (YMCA and days. Fee: $38, one day per soothing anxiety and improving ipants warm). LA Fitness). week; $63 for both days. mood. Explore your own body and Class meets Wednes- Register at Clubhouse II. Instructor Robin M. Hartman, movement patterns to increase days, Sept. 4-Oct. 23, C-IAYT, CHHC, RYT, PTA, is a your range of motion and ease in 10-11 a.m. Fee: $49. Register Aqua Fit with Shirley: certified holistic health coach, movement to reduce pain. Try it! at Clubhouse II. This unique class blends the licensed to perform physical It can change your life. best of both worlds using water therapy in Maryland and certified Instructor Robin M. Hartman, Water Exercise with aerobics and yoga. Water aero- in tai chi for arthritis and tai C-IAYT, CHHC, RYT, PTA, is Nancy: Participants will gain bics is done in the lap pool for chi for balance. She is available licensed to perform physical strength, stamina and tone from 30 minutes, focusing on cardio after class to answer questions therapy in the state of Maryland. this cardio class. Dumbbells and strength. The class then or can be reached by phone at She is also a certified holistic are used, although they are not moves to the social warm water (240-350-8820). health coach, registered yoga required, and are available for pool and finishes up with yoga Class meets Wednesdays, teacher and certified yoga ther- purchase from the instructor. stretches that focus on balance Aug. 7-Oct. 2 (no class Aug. 14), apist. She will answer questions Class meets Tuesdays, and posture. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Fee: $110. after class or can be reached at Aug. 6-Sept. 10, and Thursdays, Class meets Wednesdays, Register at Clubhouse II. (240-350-8820). Aug. 8-Sept. 12, 11 a.m.-noon. Aug. 7-Sept. 11, from 1-2 p.m. Class meets Fridays, You can take the class on Tues- Fee: $38, one day per week; Therapeutic Yoga with Aug. 23-Oct. 25 (no class Aug. 30 days or Thursdays, or sign up for $63, when taken with one Robin: This movement class or Oct. 11). 3-4 p.m. Fee: $110. both days. Fee: $38, one day day of another water class. on the floor will facilitate greater Register at Clubhouse II. per week; $63 for both days. Register at Clubhouse II. ease of movement and comfort Register at Clubhouse II.
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46 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 CALENDAR of Events Dial 301-598-1313 Leisure World Mutual Meetings for recorded Daily Events Aug. 6 Aug. 14 Mutual 18 Board Mutual 11 Board Friday, August 2 5:30 p.m. Model Railroad Club 1:30 p.m., Sullivan Room 10:00 a.m., Sullivan Room Clubhouse I Operating Session 11:00 a.m. More of the Most Aug. 8 Aug. 15 Stunningly Beautiful Music Ever Tuesday, August 6 Mutual 12 Board Mutual 15 Board Written and How to Listen to It Clubhouse I 1:00 p.m., Sullivan Room 9:30 a.m., Sullivan Room 9:00 a.m. Blood Pressure and Mutual 22 Board Class Aug. 13 1:30 p.m. Watercolor Any Level Art Hearing Testing 3:00 p.m., Clubhouse I 9:30 a.m. Any Medium Art Class Mutual 16 Board Class 9:30 a.m., Sullivan Room 3:00 p.m. Hispanos de LW: Bingo 10:00 a.m. Stepping On Follow-Up Session Mutual 19A Board 7:00 p.m. Friday Duplicate Bridge 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse II Clubhouse II 10:00 a.m. CLL Course: Advanced Conversational Spanish Mutual 7 Board 1:00 p.m. Zumba Gold Class 1:15 p.m., Sullivan Room 1:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club 1:00 p.m. CLL Course: Intermediate 1:00 p.m. Chess Club Conversational Spanish Meeting times and locations subject to change. Sign in to (residents.lwmc.com) 1:00 p.m. Friday Bridge Club 1:00 p.m. Rossmoor Art Guild Open and check the calendar for any changes. Mutual board meetings are open to 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club Studio respective mutual residents and absentee owners. 2:00 p.m. Cannabis 101 Club – Saturday, August 3 Quarterly Meeting Clubhouse I 5:00 p.m. Lawn Bowls Club Meetings of the LWCC Board of 9:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga Class 7:00 p.m. Trivia Club 10:00 a.m. Rossmoor Art Guild Open 7:00 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Directors, Executive Committee and Studio Clubhouse II 10:00 a.m. American Needlepoint 9:30 a.m. Beginner and Advanced Advisory Committees Guild Tai Chi Class 6:00 p.m. Sock Hop Group 11:00 a.m. Mild Exercise Class Communications Physical Properties Clubhouse II 12:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Aug. 15, 10:00 a.m., Clubhouse I Aug. 13, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse II 9:15 a.m. JRLW Service 12:30 p.m. Scrabble Group Community Planning Security and Transportation 11:00 a.m. Pickleball Club 1:00 p.m. Non-impact Fusion Water Aug. 12, 9:30 a.m., Sullivan Room Aug. 8, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse I 2:00 p.m. Going It Alone Club: Social Exercise Class 7:00 p.m. E&R Event: Doris Day 1:30 p.m. Comedy and Humor Club Energy Technology Tribute 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club Aug. 20, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse I Aug. 6, 10:00 a.m., Sullivan Room Sunday, August 4 Wednesday, August 7 Golf and Greens Tennis and Pickleball Clubhouse I Clubhouse I Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse I Aug. 7, 1:30 a.m., Clubhouse I No Schedule Activities. 9:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga Class Clubhouse II 10:00 a.m. Applied Principles – Any Landscape 11:30 a.m. Pickleball Club Medium Art Class Aug. 8, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse II 2:00 p.m. E&R Movie: “The 11:00 a.m. Short Story Group LWCC Board of Directors Bookshop” 12:30 p.m. NA’AMAT RBZ Club Aug. 27, 9:30 a.m., Clubhouse I 6:30 p.m. Baby Boomer Club: Game 1:00 p.m. Oils and Acrylics Art Class The meeting airs on Sept. 2, 4 and 6 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on channel 974. Night 2:00 p.m. Book Club Network: African Heritage LWCC Executive Committee Monday, August 5 6:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge Aug. 16, 9:30 a.m., Sullivan Room Clubhouse I Clubhouse II The meeting airs on Aug. 21, 22 and 23 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on channel 974. 9:15 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Strength 10:00 a.m. Zumba Gold Class Training Class 11:00 a.m. Mild Exercise Class Meeting times and locations subject to change. Sign in to (residents.lwmc.com) 10:00 a.m. CLL- and Friends of India 1:00 p.m. Chess Club and check the calendar for any changes. Meetings are open to all residents and Association-sponsored Course: 1:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club absentee owners. The Underlying Unity of Eastern 1:00 p.m. Aqua Fit Class Philosophical Thought – Vedanta 2:00 p.m. Chair Yoga Class 9:30 a.m. Beginner and Advanced 1:30 p.m. Watercolor Any Level Art 10:00 a.m. Center for Lifelong 3:30 p.m. Chair Tai Chi Class Tai Chi Class Class Learning Meeting 5:15 p.m. Pickleball Club 9:30 a.m. Quilting Group 3:00 p.m. Hispanos de LW movie: 10:30 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Balance 5:30 p.m. Model Railroad Club 11:00 a.m. Water Exercise Class “Hecho En México” Class Operating Session 11:30 a.m. Pickleball Club 5:00 p.m. Café AIM: Shirleta Settles 1:00 p.m. Oils and Acrylics Art Class 12:30 p.m. Men’s Bridge 7:00 p.m. Friday Duplicate Bridge 7:00 p.m. Bingo Thursday, August 8 1:00 p.m. Non-impact Fusion Water Clubhouse II Clubhouse II Clubhouse I Exercise Class 10:00 a.m. Chinese Club 9:00 a.m. Senior Sneakers Class 9:15 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Strength 2:00 p.m. Model Railroad Club 1:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club 10:00 a.m. Clipper Workshop Training Class Operating Session 1:00 p.m. Chess Club 10:30 a.m. Zumba Gold Class 10:00 a.m. Painting Is for Everyone 2:00 p.m. Mind-Body Exercise Club 1:00 p.m. Friday Bridge 11:00 a.m. Chair Yoga Class Basic Watercolor Art Class 3:00 p.m. Tap Dancing in a Chair Class 1:00 p.m. Zumba Gold Class 12:30 p.m. Men’s Bridge 10:30 a.m. Stretch, Tone and 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club 1:00 p.m. Chess Club Balance Class 4:00 p.m. Friends of India Association 1:30 p.m. Computer Learning Center: 10:30 a.m. New Yorkers and Friends Saturday, August 10 Android Help Session Group Friday, August 9 Clubhouse I 2:00 p.m. Chair Yoga Class 1:00 p.m. Portraits, People and Clubhouse I 9:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga Class 2:00 p.m. Line Dance Class Animals Art Class 11:00 a.m. More of the Most 10:00 a.m. Open Studio (RAG) 3:00 p.m. Line Dance Class 6:00 p.m. Lawn Bowls Club Stunningly Beautiful Music Ever Clubhouse II 3:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club 7:00 p.m. Democratic Club Written and How to Listen to It Class 9:15 a.m. JRLW– Shabbat Service 4:00 p.m. Ba Duan Exercise Class Clubhouse II 11:00 a.m. Book Club Network: 2:00 p.m. Going It Alone Club: Social 5:30 p.m. Pickleball Club 9:00 a.m. Senior Sneakers Literary Ladies Who Lunch 5:00 p.m. Pickleball Club
August 2, 2019 Leisure World News | 47 Sunday, August 11 5:30 p.m. Model Railroad Club 1:00 p.m. Oils and Acrylics Art Clubhouse II Clubhouse I Operating Session Class 9:00 a.m. Senior Sneakers Class No Scheduled Activities. 1:00 p.m. Maryland Interclub 9:30 a.m. Beginner and Advanced Tai Tuesday, August 13 Clubhouse II Seniors Golf Association (MISGA) Chi Class 11:00 a.m. Pickleball Club Clubhouse I Luncheon 10:00 a.m. Stitching Group 4:30 p.m. E&R Event: The 9:30 a.m. Any Medium Art Class 3:00 p.m. New Resident 10:00 a.m. MVA Mobile Bus Fabulous Hubcaps 9:30 a.m. Garden Plot Group Orientation 11:00 a.m. Water Exercise Class 7:00 p.m. E&R Event: The 10:00 a.m. CLL Course: Advanced 6:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge 11:30 a.m. Pickleball Club Fabulous Hubcaps Conversational Spanish Clubhouse II 12:30 p.m. Men’s Bridge 11:30 a.m. 9-Hole Ladies Golf 8:00 a.m. Pickleball Club 1:00 p.m. Non-impact Fusion Water Monday, August 12 Luncheon 10:00 a.m. Zumba Gold Class Exercise Class Clubhouse I 1:00 p.m. CLL Course: Intermediate 11:00 a.m. Mild Exercise Class 2:00 p.m. Model Railroad Club 9:15 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Conversational Spanish 1:00 p.m. Chess Club Operating Session Strength Training Class 1:00 p.m. Rossmoor Art Guild Open 1:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club 2:00 p.m. Mind-Body Exercise Club 9:45 a.m. AARP Safe Driving Studio 1:00 p.m. Aqua Fit Class 3:00 p.m. Tap Dancing in a Chair Course 1:00 p.m. Amateur Radio Club 1:30 p.m. JRLW Movie: “King Bibi” Class 10:00 a.m. Garden and 1:30 p.m. Book Club Network: Non- 5:15 p.m. Pickleball Club 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club Environmental Club Fiction 5:30 p.m. Model Railroad Club 4:00 p.m. Friends of India 10:00 a.m. CLL- and Friends of 5:00 p.m. Lawn Bowls Club Operating Session Association India Association-sponsored 7:00 p.m. Trivia Club Course: The Underlying Unity of 7:00 p.m. Duplicate Bridge Game Thursday, August 15 Friday, August 16 Eastern Philosophical Thought – Clubhouse II Clubhouse I Clubhouse I Vedanta 9:30 a.m. Beginner and Advanced 8:00 a.m. Interfaith Committee for 10:00 a.m. Book Club Network: 10:30 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Tai Chi Class the Homeless and Working Poor: Bookies Balance Class 11:00 a.m. Mild Exercise Class School Supplies Drive 11:00 a.m. More of the Most 1:00 p.m. Oils and Acrylics Art 11:00 a.m. Water Exercise Class 9:15 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Stunningly Beautiful Music Ever Class 12:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Strength Training Class Written and How to Listen to It Class 7:00 p.m. Bingo 12:30 p.m. Scrabble Group 10:00 a.m. Basic Watercolor Art 12:15 p.m. Kiwanis Club Clubhouse II 1:30 p.m. Non-impact Fusion Water Class 1:30 p.m. Watercolor Any Level Art 9:00 a.m. Senior Sneakers Class Exercise Class 10:30 a.m. Stretch, Tone and Class 10:30 a.m. Zumba Gold Class 1:30 p.m. Comedy and Humor Club Balance Class 2:00 p.m. Town Meeting Organization 12:30 p.m. Men’s Bridge 2:00 p.m. Fitness Center 11:00 a.m. Writers of Leisure 3:00 p.m. Hispanos de LW: Bingo 1:00 p.m. Chess Club Orientation Tour World 7:00 p.m. Friday Duplicate Bridge 1:30 p.m. Computer Learning 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club 12:30 p.m. Ladies Bridge Clubhouse II Center: Android Help Session 1:00 p.m. Portraits, People and 1:00 p.m. Zumba Gold Class Wednesday, August 14 2:00 p.m. Line Dance Class Animals Art Class 1:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club 3:00 p.m. Ping-Pong Club Clubhouse I 2:00 p.m. Book Club Network: 1:00 p.m. Chess Club 3:00 p.m. Line Dance Class 9:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga Class Thursday Readers 1:00 p.m. Friday Bridge Club 4:00 p.m. Ba Duan Class 10:00 a.m. Applied Principles – Any 6:00 p.m. NA’AMAT RBZ Club: 4:00 p.m. Pickleball Club 5:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Medium Art Class Italian Night 7:00 p.m. Baby Boomer Club: Movie
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The Literacy Council of PORTRAITS OF CREATIVE MUSEUM GUIDES – at the Montgomery County offers one- PEOPLE: “CreativitY, with a BOOK CLUB FOR WOMEN Montgomery County Historical on-one and small group tutoring, capital WHY?” Photographer — seeking a few “Serious Society. Work two weekday intensive English classes and a Larry Marc Levine captures Readers”: 15+ year- afternoons or one weekend new GED program. No experience creative people at work. On exhibit old club reads award- afternoon per month from noon to necessary. We provide materials and Thursday, Sept. 5 to Sunday, Nov. winning fiction and meets 4 p.m. Receive on-the-job training training. Sign up online at (www. 24. Reception on Sunday, Sept. 15, at founder’s LW home the second on local history and museum literacycouncilmcmd.org) or call 1-4 p.m., featuring demonstrations Sunday of the month, 5:30-7:30 interpretation. Also receive special Ashley France at (301-610-0030). by six individuals whose portraits p.m., for potluck dinner and admission to programs and a 20% are on exhibit. Sandy Spring discussion. Please email a bit discount in the Museum Shop. PET FOSTERS. Seniors needed Museum, 17091 Bentley Road. about yourself including phone Contact Amada Elliott, Education by AARF (Animal Allies Rescue to Polly at (pfields@career- & Outreach Coordinator, Foundation) for new program in WANTED strategies-inc.com) or call (571- (301-340-6534) or (aelliott@ Montgomery County. Temporarily 236-1775 (in MD–LW)). montgomeryhistory.org). care for a dog or cat until a FAST CASH FOR USED CARS permanent home can be found. For — Big dollars paid for your used KNITTING AND NEEDLECRAFTS MEALS ON WHEELS is looking for more information contact Wanda car! Over 43 years’ experience GROUP: 10+ year old club caring and dedicated volunteers to Mayhew, (301-275-0585) or (www. serving Leisure World. Please call; meets every Sunday, 2-5 p.m., deliver meals to homebound and animalalliesrescue.org). Follow on available 24 hours. I will come with typically 8-12 crafters (any disabled individuals in the Leisure Facebook. AARF is 501(c)(3) all- to you. Cash or cashiers’ check at needlework is fine) at World area. Service area includes: volunteer non-profit. your request. I can also help with founder’s LW home. Beginners to Leisure World, Olney, Wheaton, your new car purchase, any make seasoned are welcome. Snacks and Sandy Spring. Please contact Emily FREE BOOKSTORE seeks or model! MD Dealer #U2927. Call drinks are served. Please email Trotter at (443-573-0925) or email volunteers, donations. Velocity Marty Salins (301-325-1973). a bit about yourself including ([email protected]). of Books opened the first all-free phone to Polly at (pfields@career- bookstore in Montgomery County WILL BUY MILITARY, WWII, strategies-inc.com) or call (571- MEALS ON WHEELS (MOW), at Westfield Wheaton by Hollywood WWI, Civil War memorabilia items. 236-1775 (in MD–LW)). which runs out of the Inter-Faith East Café, near Metro entrance. Uniforms, weapons, helmets, Chapel site, needs more volunteers Store open during mall hours. photos, medals or any other items FILM GROUP FOR WOMEN to deliver meals. If you have or Thousands of books available for kids associated with U.S., German, forming: Seeking 10+ members know someone who has one and a and adults. To volunteer: (https:// Japanese or other military history. to watch/discuss ‘Bethesda Row’ half to two hours every other week volunteersignup.org/7APPQ). Book Call Dave (240-464-0958) or email caliber movies at founder’s LW or one time a month and might donations up to five boxes at a ([email protected]). home. Meet every 3 weeks on be interested in serving in this time may be brought to the store. Saturdays, 6:30-10 p.m. Members capacity, please contact (410-730- Larger donations may be picked up; CASH FOR JEWELRY: gold, bring snacks or wine. Hostess 9476). email ([email protected]). silver, costume, diamonds, coins serves drinks. Email a bit about (including foreign), watches, yourself including phone to Polly KOSHER MEALS ON WHEELS, NOTICES stamp collections. (theatticllc.com) at (pfields@career-strategies-inc. sponsored by JSSA, needs Gary (301-520-0755). com) or call (571-236-1775 (in volunteers to deliver nutritious KEEPING SENIORS SAFE — KSS. MD–LW)). meals to homebound seniors. Morton A. Davis, coordinator TURN YOUR STERLING SILVER Volunteers will pick meals up at and resident of Leisure World and old gold jewelry into cash and do something good for VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES the Hebrew Home in Rockville is available to discuss theft and deliver them to seniors in prevention, driving and shopping yourself. Gold 4 Good (8241 Georgia MAKE A DIFFERENCE in a Montgomery County. Schedule is habits, frauds, home safety Ave., Ste. 100, Silver Spring, family’s life. Habitat for Humanity flexible. Call Diane Hays-Earp at inspection and property crimes to MD 20910) buys gold and silver ReStore needs volunteers to JSSA, (301-816-2639). any organization. The program is jewelry, including broken pieces, work in its ReStore (Rockville or part of the Montgomery County all sterling silver, gold watches Silver Spring), especially daytime THE SENIOR CONNECTION Police Department Volunteer and gold and silver coins. I will volunteers who can take a regular needs volunteers who live Resource Section. Morton can come to your house and give you a shift of three to four hours. Shifts in the 20906 zip code area be reached at (240-706-1850) or free evaluation of what I can pay. typically are 9 a.m.-1 p.m., to drive seniors to medical ([email protected]). Gold 4 Good pays an additional 1-5 p.m., or 3-6 p.m. Email (alena. appointments and help with five percent to all sellers who are grocery shopping. Schedules [email protected]) or call UPCOMING EVENTS veterans of the U.S. Army, Air Force, (301-990-0014 x 16) if you are are flexible and just two to Navy or Marine Corps. And we interested in volunteering. three hours a month can make a NATIONAL NIGHT OUT (NNO), extend the same courtesy to their difference! Training and liability Tuesday, Aug. 6, 5-8 p.m. Join spouses. We honor our servicemen VOLUNTEER WITH coverage are provided. Call (301- us as we come together as a (and their spouses). Gold 4 Good REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE! 942-1049) or contact (volunteer@ community for fight crime. Live is a Maryland licensed precious Representative Payee helps low- seniorconnectionmc.org) to learn entertainment, information about metals dealership, not a pawnshop income persons with disabilities more. community programs and crime or private home-based business. If manage their finances. Each prevention, activities for children, you decide to sell, I can buy your volunteer is matched with a client HELP A CHILD! In just one- items at that time, but there is no two hours a week you can youth and families. Mid-County who needs help with budgeting, Community Recreation Center, obligation. Licensed with both paying routine bills and keeping make a difference in a child’s Maryland and Montgomery County life. Volunteers provide friendship 2004 Queensguard Rd., Silver track of financial matters. If Spring, MD 20906. Free. (lic. #2327). Call Bob (240-938- interested in volunteering, contact and encouragement, help 9694). the Volunteer Coordinator (301- with reading, offer homework CRAFTING HISTORY: Please join 424-0656, ext. 541) or (volunteer@ assistance, and engage in crafts us at Woodlawn Manor Cultural CASH FOR RECORDS, CDs, and mhamc.org). and cultural activities at schools Park for our new workshop series! tapes. Best price guaranteed. near Leisure World. For more Our summer workshop will lead Free appraisals. All types of VOLUNTEER AS A HOTLINE information, contact Interages at you through preserves making. music, 33, 45, 78 and CDs. Call CALL COUNSELOR with the (301-949-3551) or (interages@ $30 for workshop, includes box Steve (301-646-5403) or email Montgomery County Hotline! AccessJCA.org). lunch and free admission to ([email protected]). The Montgomery County Will make house calls. BLANKETEERS — Love to knit, Woodlawn Museum. Register Hotline is a 24-hour, seven day at (www.ActiveMontgomery. a week confidential service. crochet or quilt? Project Linus CASH FOR OLD COINS. Local, donates handmade blankets to org). Saturday, Aug. 24, 10:30- Counselors provide supportive 2:30, pre-registration required private collector. Buying coins, and confidential listening; crisis Montgomery County children jewelry, silver, gold. (301-639-4245). needing comfort. Contact by Aug. 16. For more information 54 | Leisure World News August 2, 2019 “Unlimited” in more ways than one For cash back credit card enthusiasts, the Signature Visa®1 card from Signal Financial delivers.
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