Navajo Code-Talkers: Patriots and Heroes at Monroe Township Library by Ruth Banks on Each of the Pacific Is- the American Southwest

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PRESENTED BY THE RESIDENTS CIVIC CLUB OF GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence Navajo Code-Talkers: Patriots and Heroes at Monroe Township Library By Ruth Banks On each of the Pacific Is- the American Southwest. It Wagner, currently the library’s The GW Civic Club resumed lands that American forces had no alphabet or other writ- deputy director. its monthly meeting on stormed in World War II, the ten symbols: it’s “hiddenness” Through hard work, determi- Wednesday, March 13, after a Japanese heard a “strange made it a perfect candidate for nation and unwavering passion short winter break. Many language gurgling in their radio a code language. on the part of many administra- members were glad to see headsets. The code seemed to How the Navajo language tors and staff, the library has each other and there was have Asian overtones but it came to play such a key role in grown into a premier facility, much chatter as more and baffled everyone who heard it. the Pacific War was due to not only in Monroe but more members returned. Then In fact, the language was Na- circumstance. As the war pro- throughout the County and suddenly the lights were vajo which was spoken only in (Continued on page 2) State. Thirty years later, the li- dimmed; a spotlight focused brary serves nearly 1,500 pa- on the flag, everyone stood, trons daily, provides a variety and a strong, beautiful voice of classes and services for all began to sing the National ages and offers a circulating anthem, but overlaying the collection of materials in more English words were other than 13 languages. sounds keeping time with the On January 15, the Library music. It was the Navajo inter- By Gerald W. Tamburro Board of Trustees elected its pretation of the anthem. That was the introduction to Mayor of Monroe executive board officers. As if written in one of the library’s the story of the Navajo Code hundreds of history books, Lois Talkers and World War II. Don The Monroe Township li- Buzney, a former Marine Offi- brary began with humble roots Nalitt Kane was unanimously chosen and will carry on her cer and Vietnam combat vet- on a card table in the lower eran, is host of The Veterans level of the municipal building father’s legacy as Library Board president. Dr. Lillian Corner on Rutgers University on October 17, 1988. Library Radio. He worked for the Na- Director, Irene Goldberg took Augustine was elected vice president; Prena Shah, secre- vajo Nation in New Mexico charge of stocking and staffing from 2009-11 where he inter- the library which officially tary, and Robert Isaacs, treasurer. I would like to congratu- acted with many of the code opened to the public on April talkers. Navajo Code Talkers 1, 1989. In the early days, late all Board executives and Irene ran the library with the thank them for their dedication help of Councilman Irwin to the library. Nalitt, his wife Helen and Leah (Continued on page 4) “Sticks and Stones Will Break Your Bones, but Words Will Never Harm You” A New Opportunity for Socializing democracy where people can the righteous defender of truth. Two Vocabularies express their views without In this scenario one side must at GW: The Sherlock Holmes Club By Joan Freeman being vilified, the war terminol- be victorious, and the other When we were young, we ogy currently used is egre- side must surrender and ac- By Paul Hartnett He’s the most portrayed often heard the words “sticks gious. It is frightening to hear cept defeat as in war. Maybe you first met them character in cinematic history, and stones will break your the vitriol masquerading as The words used do a disser- watching reruns of the Basil with over 250 different actors bones, but words will never debate being flung about by vice to us who look to our duly Rathbone/Nigel Bruce films. having undertaken the role. harm you”. I strongly disagree political opponents. Politicians elected officials to find solu- Or perhaps the Granada PBS Benedict Cumberbatch, Robert with that quotation. Words and those supporting them tions to the many problems we series starring Jeremy Brett Downey, Jr., the above- reflect the world in which we don’t hesitate to use polarizing face as a nation. We need to was your first encounter with mentioned Rathbone and Brett live. These days we see and war vocabulary to tar those look elsewhere for words that the Great Detective. That se- plus William Gilette and Arthur hear words everywhere, on who don’t agree with them. don’t harm as they are ban- ries produced during the Wontner in earlier times are radio, TV, the Internet, and They prefer to create a “them died about. Why not use: alter- 1980’s, faithfully covered 44 of credited with accurate portray- other media. We internalize versus us” atmosphere where native, compromise, negotiate, the original 60 stories. Many als, while some other noted their messages, form opinions “them” is the enemy and “us”, (Continued on page 2) have read some of the first actors (Christopher Lee, Roger and make decisions based on published short stories, The Moore, Charlton Heston), are, them so that they have a pro- Adventures of Sherlock well…not so much. found influence on our lives. CURRENT CRISES FACING Holmes. And who hasn’t heard Reading the 56 short stories Here are some of the words of that most famous case, The and 4 novels brings us back to culled from the media in recent OUR SCHOOLS Hound of the Baskervilles? (Continued on page 5) weeks: win, lose, attack, defeat, surrender, campaign, war PRESENTED BY chest, bombard, sabotage, MR. ROBERT GOODALL destroy, conflict, atrocity, in- ACTING SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS surrection, to name a few. These words conjure up dis- MONROE TOWNSHIP NJ turbing images of war. The BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE words suggest the violence and destructive qualities of RESIDENTS CIVIC CLUB war. The above words however WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 are not describing wars like 7:30 PM IN THE BALLROOM the ones in Afghanistan or Syria. They were all used in HIGHLIGHTS WILL INCLUDE: the last few weeks to describe  Drug/opioid use.  Anxiety/ political activity here at home!  Gun violence. Depression Political controversy has esca-  Antisemitism.  Suicide. lated to the point where it can be as destructive and vicious ALL RESIDENTS ARE WELCOME as a physical war. In a nation founded and committed to REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED APRIL 2019 – PAGE 2 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

all buildings, porches and KT Fireplaces/Chimneys: per day for any unit that does WHOA Update original conveyance patios has Inspections are due in May, not provide access. The in- been put out to bid. Manage- 2019. Letters went out to all spectors will be looking for By Ben Baum are waiting for a permit from ment has received three pro- owners as they likely were health and safety violations At the February 25 WHOA the Township to trap the bea- posals which will be evaluated used during the winter. including fire detectors’ per- Open Workshop Meeting, vers. The Storm Water Man- by the Board. Less than 100 State Inspections (Division formance. Official notices went Miriam Cohen, Board Presi- agement Meeting in March will fire and burglar alarm installa- of Consumer Affairs- DCA: out to all owners in March. dent, announced the opening include a budget discussion. tions remain. Many of those The condos are due for in- And as I write this column, of our new restaurant, Syca- In the last several months units will be completed when spection in April. In previous the two bathrooms off of the more Grille Two. The Syca- 10 gates were demolished the snowbirds return in the years only 88% of the units Towne Centre lobby are being more Grill will be managed by mostly by vendors. Replace- spring. had to be inspected. Starting redone and the finishing Applied Golf for the duration of ment of these gates with the Engineering: The reserve this year 100% of the units touches are being completed their three year contract. The green and red lights can run study and a first draft of the require inspection. The state for the opening of the Syca- manager will be on site at all as high $800.00 each. Jamie study are in progress. can fine thousands of dollars more Grille Two. times as will be the full-time will discuss this process with chef. They’ll have an outdoor the Board to determine what grille for the summer. approach to take re: enforce- Navajo Code-Talkers: Patriots and Heroes Jamie stated that our staff is ment and replacement. reorganizing the restaurant, Whittingham Management (Continued from page 1) Four code talkers received about issues that affect us in painting, doing touch ups and Report gressed it was evident that a the Medal of Honor. Thirteen township, county and state. updating new equipment that Trees: M.T. Tree Company code that the Japanese could- Navajos were killed in action; He reminded members, and is quite old. Jamie also indi- has suspended the tree project n’t break became paramount. 42 were wounded, and no guests, that the dues are used cated that data will be checked for the season due to the Back in New Mexico Philip code talker was ever captured. to support several community at the restaurant to ascertain weather. As a result of the Johnson, who grew up in Na- They were also used during charities like the First Aide who eats at the restaurant. wind storm the week of Febru- vajo country, realized that the the Korean War from 2009- Squad, the Food Bank, and The roof above the restaurant ary 25, 15 fallen trees were Navaho Language would be a 2011. the Holiday Fund which is needed attention and has removed and will be evaluated great asset to the war effort. The program was brought to used to say Thank You to our been patched to keep it safe. in early spring after all remov- The Navajos had their own GW by Program co-chairs Rita many employees. Jamie reported the follow- als are completed. syntax and tonal qualities in Pearlman and Bunny Bloom. Upcoming programs include ing: All trash, recycle-toters Roads: The revisions to the their alphabet which was spo- Mr. Buzney and his co- the following: April 10, Robert have been delivered. Addi- first draft of the driveway re- ken only on Navajo lands. He presenter Danny Scott, offer Goodall, Acting Supt. of tional toters are on our lot for placement report submitted by went to Gen. Vogel, who was presentations that are enter- Schools, will discuss some of distribution to snowbirds when FWH Engineering have been a cryptographer in Windsor taining, culturally relevant and the societal problems which they return. The twice a week completed and we are await- Rock and suggested using the historically significant. For in- our students will be facing. On collection will resume in the ing the final report from the Navajo language to fool the formation on other presenta- May 8 Mayor Tamburro will spring. A letter will be sent out engineers so it can be sent out Japs. Navajo could encode, tion programs available, con- update us on the state of the reminding you when this will to bid. FWH is reviewing the transmit and decode a mes- tact Mr. Buzney at 732-675- Township; June 12, the GW occur. Whittingham tree main- inspection they completed last sage in 60 seconds. Machines 3874 or email him at: Chorus will present its Spring- tenance is almost finished. All year to recommend road re- took 30 minutes. Unless you [email protected] Ben Summer concert, and on July tree replacements will be pairs and replacements that spoke the Navajo code, you Baum, Civic Club president, 10 it is anticipated that a Rep- evaluated in the spring. The should be done along with could never break the code. noted that the goals of the resentative of the FBI will be driveways in Whittingham driveways. As a result, first 200 recruits Club are to inform resident s our guest. have been evaluated by our Concrete: Management is then 400 were recruited. The engineer, FWH. They’ll give us working on an inspection re- Navajo Nation had a treaty a three-year plan in order from port regarding all sidewalks to with the U.S., they were not best to worst condition. determine which ones need citizens and not subject to the Sticks and Stones Jamie shared a schedule of repair or replacement. Retain- draft. But they volunteered, the Storm Water Management ing wall inspections are ongo- because America was their (Continued from page 1) “Sticks and stones can Committee meetings for 2019. ing. Belgian Blocks in many country. As the Pacific war consensus, bi-partisan, peace- break your bones…” but bones Geese are currently migrating areas require repair, replace- became a war of taking is- ful, persuasion. Politicians will heal whereas the wrong and the situation will get worse ment and pointing. These lands, it needed a secure code might accomplish much more words may cause devastating before it gets better. In refer- needs will be addressed as that the Japs couldn’t break. as they work together to ad- consequences for many years ence to the beaver damage, all driveways and roads are Navajo recruits learned the dress the issues of our time. to come. the trees adjacent to the ponds paved code by heart. Nothing was have been chicken wired. We Buildings: Power washing of written down. Though the Na- vajo had no words for combat Greenbriar this Month terms, they developed terms REENBRIAR at HITTINGHAM VOICE such as “chicken hawk” for By Mark Surks premier example of an active G W “dive bomber” and “war chief” senior community. Such out- Civility and Calm - A Key to for “commanding general. bursts seem indicative of a Staff Members Tranquil Living Throughout the Pacific Cam- breakdown in trust on the One doesn’t need a degree S. Alexander Banks, Editor-in-Chief paign, from Midway to Iwo part of a few who are un- in sociology to recognize that Jima, the code talkers were happy with how their con- Elaine Alberts Miriam Gruber Arlene Lazar some in our society have be- considered indispensable to cerns are handled: residents Ruth Banks Joan Hermelee Harvey Lazar come intolerant and uncivil. the war effort. They finally re- expect more despite the fact Ben Baum Dawn Horowitz Gloria Montlack Over the decades of our gen- ceived national recognition in that management priorities Zena Horvath Olga Naccarella eration we have seen kindness Carol Bergman-Grunes 1969.No code talkers were may not be able to meet a and consideration of each Joan Freeman Freddy Howard Martin Rich ever captured. Actually, they short deadline to accommo- other deteriorate. Even within Ann Gold Phyllis Kundel Mark Surks didn’t know it, but a marine date all the various needs families there is a great deal of was assigned to each Navajo that come to the fore over estrangement. Editorial Board and in the event that he was in time. The political climate has Alex Banks GWCA Rep. Arnold Riback danger of being captured, the At one time residents fondly been dividing us for more than Ruth Banks Ben Baum marine was instructed to kill referred to our community as a generation now. This phe- Helen Oxenberg Arthur Gordon him. “camp GW”, a place for calm nomenon certainly has and enjoyment. As we get reached a crescendo over the Editorial Office Advertising Office older and as more new resi- past decade. Everyone knows Greenbriar Whittingham VOICE Princeton Editorial Services dents arrive the camp attitude this already. There is no need 100 Whittingham Drive P.O. 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Meet the Stars

By Gail Alpern many people have been couples and the entertainers Hello all my Meet the Stars thrilled to have their pictures have shared something in readers! I hope you have taken and loved seeing them- common. It is amazing that been enjoying this column, selves in The Greenbriar at sometimes they grew up in through the years, because I Whittingham Voice. They the same neighborhood and have enjoyed picking couples have all felt like celebrities! other times they actually at random and having them There have been some were classmates. There are meet the entertainers. So magic moments where the too many coincidences to mention but imagine my surprise when they clicked and I Meet Your Neighbor had a great angle to write about. less than Super. (Editor’s Note: Many years We had a wonderful Platters Once chemo was com- ago, past resident, now de- Tribute show in our ballroom in pleted, Ken needed a stem cell ceased, Sheila Sugarman spe- January and then we gave you transplant. Here is where he cialized in writing a column a respite to go on cruises and gets bullied by his health in- called “Meet Your Neighbor” fly away to Florida for the surer and Ken is forced to as a vehicle to honor the many month of February. Well, we leave RWJ which is a half hour special people of talent and are back in business and here from home and where his wife accomplishment residing is your lucky preview of com- works across the street and among us. When Sheila left ing attractions! GW no one was willing to take continue his fight at Sloan Ket- · April 28—Towne Centre up the task of writing the col- tering. Ken will tell you that this Ballroom—-William Michals umn for fear of compromising decision by his insurer may (with a band)—Lead singer her memory. As a fitting mem- have saved his life. Sloan Ket- in South Pacific and also ory of Sheila, Mark Surks, a tering was doing a clinical trial starred in Phantom, Beauty talented writer in his own right called a T-Cell depleted trans- and the Beast, Les plant. This is something that agreed to start a new series of Miserables and Chicago. His was unavailable elsewhere. columns in the vein of the fabulous baritone voice will While dragging into NY and original Meet Your Neighbors give you goosebumps! series. GW residents are en- burning vacation days and lots · May 18—-Monroe Township couraged to write a Meet Your of dollars was unpleasant, it High School—The Diamonds Neighbors column or to alert was this LLS funded T-Cell perform “American the GW staff of a deserving trial that allows this retelling Bandstand.” All the songs subject that one of our report- not to be done posthumously. you know and love from your ers can write about while rec- These transplants require youth. Join in the merriment ognizing the contribution of the stem cell donations from will- and be a teen again. identifying party.) ing matching donors. As you · June 15—Kol Esperanza can guess, finding a willing (Voice of Hope) — Monroe By Mark Surks matching donor is a bit like winning the lottery. Nonethe- Township Middle School—as For most of the year, West- seen on our stages and back minster Drive resident, Ken less, a generous soul, living in Bavaria, Germany was a by popular demand. These Salzinger, is plain old ordinary world-class singers perform Ken. He plays a bit of golf, match. Ken and his donor have since met each other and the best of Opera, Broadway loses money at poker, and Pop blending classical bounces his grandson off the Skype regularly with each other. They have become life- tradition with a vibrant new walls of his home. Nobody sound. would find this very interesting. long friends. After Sloan completed their · July 20—Tusk: A Fleetwood However, when autumn Mac Tribute Band—Monroe comes each year, Ken dons a punishing clinical trial, Ken and Marlene stayed in Hope Township High School—a caped costume and emerges don’t miss experience, as Super Ken. Super Ken Lodge. Underwritten by the American Cancer Society, it showcasing iconic songs does extraordinary things. Su- from the band that defined per Ken is one of the most allowed Ken and Marlene to stay together at no cost, while the 80’s. successful individual fund rais- For those of you that come ers for the Princeton Area dis- Ken recuperated. Ken’s grueling ordeal, and to our shows regularly, we trict of the Leukemia and Lym- want to say a big thank you. If phoma Society, known as his family’s tireless support cannot be adequately de- you have not been a regular, LLS. don’t miss out on the excite- Leukemia and Lymphoma scribed here. To see Ken today, while not a very hand- ment and be sure to join us. are the names given to a vari- Your patronage makes our ety of blood cancers. I’ll be some man, he is hale, hearty and a good friend to many shows possible! honest. I barely understand it. See you at the Show—- Ken on the other hand is ency- here in Greenbriar at Whitting- ham. (No doubt his loud mouth Don’t forget to say Hello! clopedic on the subject: He is Stay informed through our a survivor. Ken knows all the has made him a few enemies here as well.) He plays golf emails/flyers and channel 26 multisyllabic words for the Come to our shows— tests and the diseases. and has walked his daughter down the aisle. He has a you may be the next one to LLS runs a fundraiser each Meet the Stars! year called “LIGHT THE beautiful grandson and life is NIGHT”. That’s when Super good for the Salzingers. Ken springs into action to raise That is why each year, he as much as he can for the or- sheds his secret identity and ganization who supported him becomes Super Ken, major during his fight to survive. fundraiser for LLS, the folks that In late 2008, although as- funded all that has made his ymptomatic, Ken’s blood work recovery possible. Super Ken revealed anomalies. Referred assembles a team of committed to an Oncologist/Hematologist, folks who seek out generous Ken was diagnosed with Myelo- people to donate. It culminates dysplastic Syndrome. He can in a “LIGHT THE NIGHT” walk pronounce this ten times fast. with everyone holding lanterns The rest of us call it MDS. MDS illuminating a dark path through is a known precursor to another Mercer County Park. The most bit of misery called Acute Mye- successful teams have their loid Leukemia (AML.) With this own tents. Bristol Myers Squibb Ken was off to the Chemother- is always there. So is Wal- apy lounge to have his locks green’s. Non-corporate fundrais- leave his scalp. ers are also provided tents. This As luck would have it, his year there was a Team Super wife Marlene, who will go on to Ken booth. Team Super Ken become a Super woman in her was among the highest of the own right, worked for the Can- non-corporate fund raisers. I’d cer Institute of NJ. Marlene call that Super. was able to get Ken an ap- If you have a life story to pointment with the head of the share regarding some unusual transplant program that ulti- or interesting job or experience mately got him admitted to let me know and we will see RWJ for chemotherapy. At that about putting it in The GW time Ken was found to be way VOICE. It doesn’t have to be medical.

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THE COMMUNITY AROUND US

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence Wagner who helped launch the fledgling library and is at Monroe Township Library credited with arranging the first children’s area. Leah has ac- (Continued from page 1) inception. That is why it is with cepted roles of increasing re- Also in January, Irene heavy heart that I share the sponsibility at the Monroe planted a time capsule con- news of Irene’s impending re- Township library and currently taining items that illustrate the tirement. serves as president of the library’s transformation Irene’s ideas, insights and New Jersey Library Associa- through the years. This cere- innovations are woven into the tion. Thank you, Leah, for all mony kicked off a year of com- fabric of our beloved library of your hard work and dedica- memorative events that in- and will benefit visitors for tion over the past three dec- clude a 1989 themed movie many, many years to come. ades! review in January, a 1989 We are truly grateful to Irene Please mark your calendar trivia day in February and a for all that she has done in ser- and join us for the library’s up- birthday celebration scheduled vice to the Monroe Township coming 30th anniversary for April 1. Library and the municipality as events. Congratulations to It couldn’t be more appropri- a whole. We wish Irene all the everyone involved in making ate for Irene to place the time best in her retirement and the Monroe Township Library capsule in the ground since hope she enjoys spending a true success story. I am she has been a dynamic time with her grandchildren. proud of our 30-year history leader for the library since its I also would like to recog- and look forward to what the nize Deputy Director, Leah future will bring. Monroe League of Women Voters General Meeting Focuses on Recycling By G. Moore participate in the League’s them at lwvmonro- Monroe Township, already a meeting by its Natural Re- [email protected]. Include leader in recycling in New Jer- sources Committee as part of “Natural Resources Commit- sey, is adopting new strategies the Committee’s on-going ef- tee” in the subject line. to further improve its recycling fort to enhance public aware- The League of Women Vot- performance. Joe Slomian, ness of the need and opportu- ers is a nonpartisan political Recycling Coordinator in Mon- nity to protect our physical membership organization roe’s Public Works Depart- environment. He has lived in whose goal is to empower ment, plans to share informa- Monroe all his life and loves citizens to shape better com- tion about those new strate- the outdoors. Professionally munities. We invite you to join gies and programs at the and personally, he is commit- us for our next general meet- March 25, general meeting of ted to maintaining the beauty ing on April 22 at 1p.m. in the the Monroe Township League of his hometown. Monroe Municipal Courtroom. of Women Voters. For additional information Visit our website, lwvmonro- While safety and preserving about the work of the Natural etwpnj.org to learn more about the beauty of our physical en- Resources Committee, contact us. vironment continues as a primary factor, the Township’s campaign to improve recycling Travel Back to the 1950s! is driven in part by the reduc- tion in available markets for County Exhibit Opened March 31 processing recycled materials and the resulting rising cost of Take a trip back to the days of “This exhibit helps illustrate how recycling. Current markets are jukeboxes, diners and hot rod the developments of the 1950s demanding that recyclable racing in our new exhibit: ‘Mid- helped set the stage for social materials not be contaminated Century New Jersey: The Gar- change of the 1960s, and how by materials that should not be den State in the 1950s’! we feel those effects even to- included with curbside recy- The influence of 50’s culture day.” cling. Materials that do not is still with us today, and many Admission and parking are meet the new standards for of that era’s biggest cultural always free. An American Sign purity end up in landfills. changes had their roots in New Language Interpreter can be The Public Works Depart- Jersey. Did you know rock `n roll provided with a two-week ad- ment, according to Joe was born in Wildwood? Or that vance request. Slomian, plans increased fo- ShopRite Supermarkets got For more information about cus on educating the public their start in Newark? How exciting 1950s themed pro- about the recycling process about the day a young seminary grams and events to be held in and available resources in student named Martin Luther conjunction with the exhibit, order to address the issue of King Jr. had a life-changing ex- Text CULTURE to 56512. contaminated recyclables. Its perience in the Maple Shade Funding for `Mid-Century new “Recycle Right” initiative Tavern in Camden? The 1950’s New Jersey: The Garden State is summarized in a colorful, was a time of transformation, in the 1950s’ is provided by the cardboard handout distributed economic growth, and hope for Middlesex County Board of in the most recent edition of an atom-powered future. How- Chosen Freeholders. the Monroe News. Residents ever, it wasn’t a brave new are encouraged to keep and world for everyone: your race, American Legion post the handout as a re- gender, or orientation could se- Post 522 Hosts minder of what is recyclable verely limit your role in this age curbside and what is not. The of prosperity. Social Event for Come explore the hopes, handout also lists other Vietnam Vets sources of information about hardships and history at this recycling. Random inspections new exhibit that opened on Sun- By Jack Kirschenbaum, of curbside recycling bins ac- day, March 31, at 12pm at the Commander Cornelius Low House, 1225 companied by a written “report On Thursday, April 15 at 7 River Road in Piscataway. The card” are also under consid- p.m., The American Legion Post exhibit will be open through eration as a possible tool to 522 will host a social event to June 28, 2020. further awareness of recycling celebrate and honor Vietnam “This is a great opportunity for right. Era Veterans for their service to schools and local history buffs to Mr. Slomian places special our country. The celebration will get a look at New Jersey’s past, emphasis on the fact that recy- take place at the lower level of and our state’s role during an cling procedures for curbside the Municipal building. The important transition in history,” pickup within the private gated event is open to all veterans said Middlesex County Free- communities may differ from regardless of when you served holder Director Ronald G. Rios. those of other residental areas or in what capacity you served. “Bring your family to the mu- within the Township. Private At this event, Mayor Tamburro, seum and see how your own community residents are en- who is also a veteran, will pre- family history connects to the couraged to contact their sent the “Vietnam Veteran Lapel rise of the suburbs, car culture, homeowner’s association or Pin” to all service men and and so much more.” recycling provider if they have women who served in Vietnam “History is about understand- questions about acceptable or elsewhere, on active duty, in ing the connections between the recyclables and the pickup the inactive National Guard or in present and the past,” said process. the Reserves during the period Freeholder Kenneth Armwood. Mr. Slomian was invited to (Continued on page 5) GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE APRIL 2019 – PAGE 5

Sherlock Holmes encounter some Americans (a servant class. You’ll get to know former US Senator, a gunman shillings from tuppence and gain (Continued from page 1) from Chicago, Italian immigrants a sense of the morality and Victorian England, where, as from Brooklyn…sounds like manners of the times through Sherlockians are apt to say, “It today’s headlines!). The British the stories. But most impor- is always 1895”. The cases set class system of the Victorian era tantly, we’ll have fun discussing the standard for detective fiction will be discussed. Counts, the stories, cinema and all and have even influenced the Dukes, Lords and Ladies all things Sherlockian. world of real-life crime solving, come into play, along with an So let’s go…The Game is as members of police forces emerging middle class and the Afoot! began solving mysteries using Sherlockian methods such as Mayor Tamburro To Introduce Flat fingerprinting, the use of sniffer dogs and most importantly, Municipal Tax Rate for 2019 crime scene investigation. The Sherlock Holmes Club Monroe Township Mayor lowest overall effective tax rate celebrates all things Sher- Gerald W. Tamburro has an- in Middlesex County.” lockian. Meeting monthly on the nounced plans to introduce a Mayor Tamburro credited Specializing in ALL Residential Real Estate fourth (4th) Wednesday at 7PM, municipal budget with zero thoughtful negotiations and we discuss one of the original increase in the municipal por- positive changes to the munici- stories by Sir Arthur Conan tion of the proposed 2019 tax pality’s employee healthcare Doyle. A short quiz on the read- bill. The annual municipal benefits among the contributing is followed by video supple- budget introduction will take ing factors for the flat budget. ments and occasional guest place at the regularly- “We carefully negotiated a speakers. Last month we were scheduled Township Council healthcare package that would honored to have noted author meeting on Monday, April 1. provide municipal employees and Sherlockian Richard T. “Working with our Chief Fi- with competitive coverage and Ryan speak about his past pro- nancial Officer and Business services while remaining fair jects and upcoming novel, The Administrator, we have devel- towards the taxpayers’ bottom Merchant of Menace. oped a 2019 fiscal year budget line,” Mayor Tamburro said. As we begin our journey proposal that includes no in- The proposed budget main- through the Canon, you’ll find creases in municipal taxes,” tains the previous year’s tax rate the stories exciting and fun to said Mayor Gerald W. Tam- of 47.6 cents per $100 as- read, most with a surprise end- burro. “Through careful fiscal sessed value. Approval of the ing and satisfying climax. Wat- planning and management, we Monroe Township 2019 budget son’s narrations hold your atten- are helping to maintain Mon- is slated for the Township Coun- tion, keep you interested in the roe’s position as the second cil meeting on May 6, following characters and places, and as comment from the public. an “everyman” you’ll feel the suspense and thrill of the adventures. And a far different Watson emerges in contrast to the bumbler portrayed by Nigel Bruce in the later movies. This Watson is a skilled physician, a graduate of the University of London. He is a British Army veteran, wounded in action at the Battle of Maiwand. The Good Doctor is also a bit of a “ladies man.” He and Holmes can be called the original “bromance,” in most of the stories sharing rooms at 221B Baker Street. So, come join the fun at The Sherlock Holmes Club. Along the way we’ll stop in France, Switzerland, India and other nations and areas of Great Brit- ain besides the foggy, gaslit streets of London. We will also

American Legion

(Continued from page 4) between Nov. 1955 and May 1975. Light, non-alcoholic beverages, cookies and nuts will be available at this event. You are encouraged to bring guests of any age to this event so that they may witness and participate in your celebration. Picture taking is permitted. What is required, though, is that you RSVP me, Commander Jack Kirschenbaum, to let me know that you plan to attend, if you wish to be called up to receive the lapel pin, and how many guests will be joining you. This way we can plan accordingly. I also need to know in which branch of service you served, when you served and your current home address. Even if you are not a Vietnam Era Veteran, please come anyway to show your support for those who served during that time. At the beginning of the ceremony there will be the Salute to the Colors and the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a few speeches and the presentation of the pins. There will be plenty of time to mingle and opportunity to share your experiences of your time in the service. At the close of the ceremony Taps will be played. APRIL 2019 – PAGE 6 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

“A Family of Photographers” Let’s Go to The Movies

Photography Exhibit at the Monroe Library By Ann Gold tion to convictions (rather than A MAN FOR ALL SEA- executions) happened when April 3-May 30 rior house construction. He through strikingly colorful SONS: A great story starts he was in his mid-20’s. Since Lynn, Michael and Aaron was then offered a job as a photographs of the places with a great question: How far then, he’s lobbied successfully Padwee had been planning Union carpenter building tele- she visits and their flora and will you go against your leader for creation of the International this exhibit for over two vision and film sets. This he fauna. for a bedrock principle? The Criminal Court and for human years. It was to be a celebra- did for the last ten years of Lynn has had her photo- question is as urgent today as rights. Ferencz, still feisty, is a tion of a family of photogra- his life. graphs exhibited in exhibi- in 1535, when Sir Thomas hero you should know. RAT- phers each with a different Michael has been photo- tions and shows in New Jer- More refused to sanction King ING: B style. When Aaron was tragi- graphing since he received a sey and Pennsylvania and in Henry VIII’s divorce. Created FIGHTING FOR MY FAM- cally killed on May 29, 2018, Brownie camera on his Bar 2018 she has had two of her as a play in 1960, “Man” be- ILY: Even if you think wrestling at the age of 45 by a driver Mitzvah. Throughout the photos on the covers of” The came a classic movie in 1966 is dumb, fake, low class, this is who “doored” him while he years he has used his cam- Chimney Sweep News.” (regularly aired on TV) and is an interesting movie. It’s a was riding his bicycle home era to document the anti- Lynn has won awards from now well worth seeing as an reasonably true version of the from his job in Queens, Mi- Vietnam War, the anti- the New Jersey State Fed- off-Broadway revival. Michael lives of an English professional chael and Lynn decided to nuclear movements, and the eration of Camera Clubs, Countryman’s wry take on wrestling family. (You meet the dedicate this exhibit to New York City labor move- The Glennies Competition, More is very good, but no one real father, mother, two sons Aaron’s memory. ment from the 1960s to the and the Photographic Society can best Paul Scofield’s bari- and daughter, at the end.) Dur- Aaron was very adventur- present. Two of his photos of America. Her photo, “Lady tone gravitas in the role. Caro- ing the big- league tryout ous, and traveled exten- were published in the maga- in the Lake” was one of the lyn McCormick (“Law and Or- scenes, you will enjoy watch- sively. He climbed mountains zine “Women: A Journal of top 25 photos for 2015 on der” psychologist) is arguably ing the coach rate candidates and live volcanoes, walked Liberation” and another the “Only in NJ” website. You the best Lady Alice More ever, on their trash talk; feel sympa- across the Pyrenees from photo, “Moondog” was pub- can see Lynn’s photos on bringing some in the audience thy for the physical strain (try France to Spain, hiked lished in a literary magazine, Facebook. to tears with her hopeless an- lifting a truck tire taller than through Chile, Venezuela, “The Oxford American.” More Lynn taught school in New- ger at her husband’s accep- you); gain respect for the slam Greece, Columbia, Italy, Is- recently, Michael’s photos ark, NJ before her retire- tance of death rather than de- -bang choreography that pairs rael and Cuba, among oth- have been exhibited in galler- ment. She was a Vice Presi- nial of conscience. RATING: A showy moves with safety. ers. He made friends wher- ies in Brooklyn, New Jersey dent of the Newark Teachers (movie), B+ (play revival) Whatever the endeavor, the ever he traveled, and, of and Pennsylvania. Union and was the Director PROSECUTING EVIL: This movies say, the joy of wins course, photographically He is currently working on of the NTU’s Educational is that rare WW II/Holocaust and the pain of losses are uni- documented his travels. two books: one about archi- Research and Dissemination documentary film in which a versal. RATING; B (It’s still Aaron worked as a horti- tectural ornamentation in his program. Lynn taught class- Jew is the Leader, not a victim. wrestling.) culturist at the Battery City neighborhood of Park Slope, room management work- His name is Benjamin Fer- DADDY: Alan Cumming is Park(NY) Conservancy be- and he is co-authoring a shops to most of the new encz. Now 98, he was then a very talented (“The Good Wife” fore, during and after the monograph with his wife, hires. After her retirement, Jewish immigrant, U.S. Army on TV; “Cabaret” on Broad- 9/11 attack. He helped with Susan, about stained and she moved to Greenbriar at lawyer, and a prosecutor at the way) so his off-Broadway pre- the post-attack clean-up. Af- dalle de verre glass artist, Whittingham and started her Nuremberg trials. Then, he view was worth a look. Bad ter leaving Battery Park City, Robert Pinart. photography career. became a passionate investi- pun, it turns out. He and the Aaron taught himself carpen- Michael’s architectural Michael and Lynn hope gator and a chief prosecutor of younger man he seduces are try and began to work in inte- photos will be featured in this that you will get a chance to the leaders of the Einzatsgrup- in and out of the onstage pool exhibit as well as on his ar- visit their exhibit at the Mon- pen, the Nazis’ infamous exe- naked and have simulated chitectural blog, roe Library from April 3-May cution units that traveled occu- sex. Whether the characters “Architectural tiles, glass and 30 and share in this family’s pied Europe shooting and gas- are heterosexual or homosex- ornamentation in New York. photos and to help celebrate sing many people: Jews, gyp- ual, ticket buyers need to be Lynn is a nature and land- the life of Aaron Padwee, an sies, the “unfit”, and the oppo- forewarned. IF that’s not an scape photographer who amazing person who left this sition, Russians and other na- issue for you, a confusing plot combines her love of nature world way too soon. tionals. All this fierce dedica- definitely is! RATING: F. and passion for travel GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE APRIL 2019 – PAGE 7

visible and our new restaurant dren, this presentation will REFLECTIONS will be open. provide you with an excellent By Ben Baum Speaking of the first signs of perspective on your grandkids’ Each year we make our an- spring, I still haven’t adjusted schools’ issues. nual migration to South Caro- to hearing the grass being When deciding if you will lina for four to six weeks. For mowed in S.C. in February. attend a WHOA show don’t fall the first time in 53 years of Let’s try to drive smartly. I’ve into the trap of limiting your marriage we were away for 8 observed too many residents attendance to only well-known weeks! Of course when we doing a rolling stop at our stop performers. Our Entertainment returned on March 2, the snow signs. Take the sign literally Committee does a yeoman’s began to fall 24 hours after our and STOP. job of securing quality shows arrival! Seems like yesterday we at a reasonable cost. As I have shared after previ- were moving into our house Now that it’s April, take the ous S.C. sojourns, I observed within the gates but it will actu- opportunity to enjoy nature up countless examples of how ally be 13 years in September. close-the budding trees, the similar our citizens are no mat- Isn’t it interesting how we odiferous flowers, the tweeting ter what state they reside in. In react to the weather depend- birds and the warmer air. the restaurants we saw par- ing on where we reside. In Mark your calendars for the ents dealing with their children S.C. many of the residents following April holidays: April in the same fashion as you’d think it’s cold when it’s be- Fool’s Day-1, World Health see in Monroe Township; we tween 45-50 degrees. Here 50 Day-7, Palm Sunday-14, Patri- saw innumerable acts of kind- degrees in the midst of winter ots’ Day-15, Good Friday-19, ness and the unfortunate ex- would be perceived as outright Passover begins at sundown amples of rudeness; and the balmy. I think that 15-20 are on 19, Easter Sunday-21, Myrtle Beach area news was the definitive numbers when Earth Day-22 , Arbor Day-26 analogous to our local issues- comparing the two areas. It’s and Passover ends on the voting on the approval of addi- usually 15 -20 degrees warmer evening of April 27. The April tional school funding for the in S.C.; the difference is most gemstone is the diamond; the burgeoning population, an marked when dealing with the flower is the sweet pea or extremely successful voca- night time temperatures, 15 daisy. Sandi will probably con- tional school program and their here, 35 there. That difference sider going to Atlantic City on share of traffic congestion, tragic does not only apply to the 5-Go For Broke Day and/or 23 house fires and criminal activity. weather but also to teacher -Take A Chance Day. I’ll be And since we’ve visited those salaries. The average salary in unavailable on 18; after all it is warmer climes for so long we S.C. is $15-20,000 less than in Newspaper Columnist Day! have developed friendships N.J. similar to those at home with Are you spending time each residents from the east coast, day doing something you en- mid-west and Canada. joy? Are you exercising to the When we returned this year extent possible? Are you eat- I was impressed with all the ing in moderation? All of these progress that was made in practices are part of the path GW. Read the details in the to attaining a longer life. WHOA Update column. Do you agree that our com- Returning to GW underlined munity is the premier adult the cold reality that some of community in Monroe Town- our friends within and outside ship. If you feel that we are the gates are no longer as lacking in any areas please functional as they were when show up at a WHOA and /or we left. In March we attended Greenbriar meeting and voice a New Jersey symphony con- your concerns. It’s what good cert in New Brunswick and citizens do. noted that some of the GW Been to a Residents Civic regulars were no longer pre- Club lately? In March we sent because of health issues. heard a presentation on the In addition a couple from Colo- Navajo Code talkers during nia who has gone to S.C. with WWII. In April mark your cal- us since 2005 could not par- endar for April 10 to hear ticipate this year because of about problems that the Mon- his medical status. One of our roe Township schools are ad- Canadian friends espouses a dressing. Since these issues philosophy relevant to this are universally present in all reality, namely, “think posi- school districts, come and tively, don’t worry too much hear our Acting Superinten- and treasure each day”. dent address how Monroe By the time you read this, I Township deals with these hope the first robins will be issues. If you have grandchil-

Nurse’s Notes

Stephanie Fitzsimmons EdD, MSN, RN, APRN -BC each day. High Blood Pressure High blood pressure in- High blood pressure is a creases your risk for danger- common and dangerous con- ous health conditions: dition. Having high blood pres- First heart attack: About 7 of sure means the pressure of every 10 people having their the blood in your blood ves- first heart attack had high sels is higher than it should blood pressure. be. You can take steps to con- First stroke: About 8 of trol your blood pressure and every 10 people having their lower your risk of heart dis- first stroke have high blood ease and stroke. About 1 of 3 pressure. U.S. adults—or about 75 mil- Chronic (long lasting) heart lion people—have high blood failure: About 7 of every 10 pressure. Only about half people with chronic heart fail- (54%) of these people have ure have high blood pressure. their high blood pressure un- Kidney disease is also a der control. Many youth are major risk factor for high blood also being diagnosed with high pressure. blood pressure. This common Although you cannot control condition increases the risk for all of your risk factors for high heart disease and stroke, two blood pressure, you can take of the leading causes of death steps to prevent or control for Americans. high blood pressure and its More than 360,000 Ameri- complications. Talk with your can deaths in 2013 included health care team about your high blood pressure as a pri- blood pressure. mary or contributing cause. Since 1999, more people That is almost 1,000 deaths (Continued on page 16) APRIL 2019 – PAGE 8 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

unobtrusive. The Green Thumb (3) Plants that make clouds of flowers: It’s far too tedious By Laura Resnick to remove the spent blooms of APRIL is the month for scattering them around the Geraniums, Gypsophilas and planting summer flowering garden. For some plants dead- Coreopsis varieties one by bulbs like lilies, gladiolas and heading may also prolong one. Wait until all but a few dahlias. Cut the flower stalks bloom or encourage a second blooms have faded, then shear back to the ground on daffo- round of flowers later in the the stems back by one-quarter dils, hyacinths, and other season. When and how to cut? or one-half. Most Geraniums spring flowering bulbs as the It depends. should be cut almost to the flowers fade, but do not re- (1) Plants that produce ground after flowering. Fresh move the green leaves, since blooms on a separate flower growth will soon appear. they provide the bulb with food stalk: Day-lilies, Hostas, Digi- Some faded flowers are for flowering next year. This is talis and Irises are in this worth saving. The russet also the time to divide perenni- group. When the flowers have flower heads of Sedum als like day-lilies, iris, daisies, faded, cut the flower stalk off ‘Autumn Joy” stand out beauti- delphiniums, chrysanthemums at its base or just below the fully against newly fallen snow. and phlox. The extra plants canopy of leaves. Wait until late winter or very can be placed elsewhere in (2) Plants that produce flow- early spring—before new the garden. ers at the tips of the main growth begins to emerge— to “DEADHEADING” has a stems: This group includes cut the old stems to the sinister ring to it, but it de- Asters, Lilies, Phlox and Peo- ground. scribes a beneficial gardening nies. Cut each stem below the THE PERILS OF POLLEN: practice: the removal of spent spent flower or cluster of flow- Have you noticed how the flowers. It makes most plants ers, and just above a leaf or a shrubs and trees are powder- look neater, and it prevents side branch so the cut will be (Continued on page 15) them from making seeds and SPORTS News from the Golf Course

By Allan Cooper competitions where foursomes Golfers were eagerly looking of golfers in each league com- forward to the Pro Shop open- pete for prizes. The total ing on March 1. However, scores are based on each per- March came in like the lion it’s son’s handicap, so differences often reputed to be. Cold and in abilities are not really impor- rainy on the first two days, and tant in winning each week’s predictions for an icy blast of prize. There are usually three arctic air, with perhaps a great groups of winners each week. deal of snow. Our golfers took Meanwhile the maintenance this bad news in stride, saw of the golf course continued that the days were getting unabated. Aeration was longer and signed up for the planned for the first moment new golf season. We gain that the ground was not too about 2 minutes of daylight (Continued on page 13) each day. Sunset at Green- briar on December 21 was 4:35 pm, and on April 1 it will be 7:22 pm. GW Tennis Kevin Darlington, our head Professional, and his wonder- Club ful staff were back. The Pro By Arlene and Harvey Shop was restocked with new Lazar items, and older products were The Tennis Club Meet & offered at great sale prices. Greet in Florida was a large The motorized golf carts were success, with more than 30 available, and golfers patiently members attending! This has waited for the weather to turn been an ongoing event for the in their favor. past several years. Some at- There is still room in the tended movies at The Living Men’s 9 and 18 Hole and the Room Theatre at FAU, and all Women’s 9- and 18-Hole came together at the leagues. The Leagues have Flashback Diner in Boca been fun for all members for Raton for dinner. Thank you to many years. There are weekly our President, Frank Cipolla for organizing this event! SAVE THE DATE for our initial meeting on Saturday, May 18, 2019, to welcome all at a special event, with a Brunch and entertainment. More information will follow. Dues of $10 per person for the year will be accepted; there is a 10% discount for payment of dues for two years. Future events are as fol- lows: • Sat., June 22: Pizza Party/ fundraiser for a charity. Details to follow. Entertainment by Marty. • July - Villa Roma in the Cats- kills getaway for three days/ two nights. More information at our next meeting. • Sat., Aug. 17: Tournament from 8 am to 10:30 am, followed by a short meeting and our Annual Barbecue. with hot dogs, burgers, watermelon, beverages and dessert. • Sept.: Annual Dinner Dance- info to follow. See you all at the May meeting!

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Alisa Hadassah Center. Our 2019 events are: March 28-Trip to Bristol By Rhoda Juskow Tuesday, May 14 – 1:30 Theater to see “The Sunshine Hadassah’s two hospitals in p.m. Dave Greene will present Boys,” along with lunch at the Israel have had some wonder- the music of Lerner and Loewe King George Inn. The cost is ful accomplishments in 2018, using DVDs. The program will $85.00. The bus departs at 10 which are helping people all be held at his home in GW. To A.M. Members only. over the world: register call Ella Goldstein at May 6- General Meeting at 7 Launching “360” of Healing, 609-235-9616. P.M. in the ballroom. Everyone the Full Circle Campaign, to Wednesday, May 22 – 11:30 is invited. Carol Levin will im- modernize the Round Building a.m. Our chapter’s next card personate Emily Roebling, wife at Hadassah Hospital Ein party in the GW Ballroom. of John Augustus Roebling who Kerem, enabling the hospital Open to all. 11:30 a.m. to 4 was the designer and builder of to better meet the expanding p.m. Tables of 10, catered by the Brooklyn Bridge-a desig- needs of a growing, diverse Bagel Bazar. Please place nated National Historic Land- Jerusalem. checks and tablemates’ names mark. Bringing humanitarian spinal in one envelope and place in May 8- NYC Turner Classics surgery to Ethiopian children Town Center Lock Box 19 or Movie Bus Tour which includes during a week-long medical mail to Greenbriar at Whitting- clips and visits to the sites mission. ham, 100 Whittingham Drive, where the movies were made. Providing life-saving surgery Monroe Twp., NJ 08831, attn.: Lunch on your own at Chelsea to Syrian children suffering Lock Box 19, Card Party. Market. The cost is $70.00. from serious congenital heart Deadline for checks is May 15, Members only conditions, as part of the IDF’s 2019. Couvert, $26.00 per May 29- Neill Hartley at Knob (Israeli Defense Force) Good person. Questions: Call Hill. The cost is $48.00, includ- Neighbor Program. Marilyn Gerstein 609-409- ing lunch. Inaugurating the Milstein 9176. July 11- Trip to Seeing Eye in Heart Center at Hadassah Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 – Morristown with lunch at the Hospital in Ein Kerem, which 1:30 p.m. Hadassah Associ- Cosy Cupboard. The cost is makes use of the world’s most ates will present their annual $70.00, including lunch. Mem- sophisticated cardiac technol- education program, this year bers only. ogy and more than doubles titled: “From Darkness There is September 12- American the department’s previous ca- Hope”, at the Monroe Twp. Treasure Tour. Oak PA. The pacity to treat heart patients. Senior Center. We will hear cost is $70.00, including lunch. Celebrating the participation from several adult children and Members only of an Israeli team from Hadas- grandchildren of Shoah survi- Our study groups are as fol- sah Youth Aliyah Village, vors, speak about their family lows: Book Study, The Classics, mostly young immigrants from experiences and how impor- It’s Debatable, Movie Reviews, the former Soviet Union or tant it is to keep the conversa- Play Reading, and Provocative Ukraine, at the First Robotics tion going as second and third Thinking. Please call Susan Competition in Houston, mak- generation of survivors. Margulies if you are interested ing it all the way to the semifi- (662-4458). Marcia Pudalov nals. GW Connections would like to start a Short Story Alisa Hadassah women and By Elinor Knoll Club so call her (395-1931) if the Hadassah Associates are GW Connections welcomes you are interested. If you want proud to be a part of Hadas- new members. Applications, to join the Coloring Book Club, sah and Hadassah Medical along with our mission state- call Enid Kadish (409-4457). Organization (HMO). ment, can be found in the flyer The Friday night Movie/ Now, mark your calendars holders at the clubhouse. Dinner/Discussion Group meets for our future events: Dues are $15,00 for a single the third Friday night of the Tues. April 4, 2019 – 1:30 membership and $20.00 for a month. There will be no meeting p.m. – Rabbi Mishkin will dis- family membership, beginning on April 19—Passover. Volun- cuss The World of Yesterday on June. teers select and present the and Today. This education As warmer weather ap- movie. Check at the clubhouse program will be held at the proaches, we would appreci- for flyers or call Mary Bowers home of Gail Cammer. Call ate your donations of un- (609- 619-2723) or Mimi Gruber Ella Goldstein to register – 609 wanted clothing. Please place (609-409-9154). -235-9616. your items in plastic bags and To send a congratulatory Sun. April 14 – 11:30 a.m. – bring them to Marilyn Steiner note, get-well, or sympathy Lunch at La Capannina Resto- (10 Umberland Pl. 860-6484) message, please contact rante starting at 11:30 a.m., or Doris Becker (12 Severn Gladys Nahmias (395-1631) or followed by a performance of Way-395-8018). Your dona- at [email protected]. “Into the Woods” at Playhouse tions will be delivered to The cost is $2.50 by check to 22 at 3 p.m. Couvert is $50.00 Homefront, an organization GW Connections Box # 5. per person. RSVP to Marilyn that assists homeless people. Taffet at 609-860-8406. Mon. April 15 – 7:15 p.m. Monthly meeting. David Schlossberg will perform a variety of Jewish melodies at the Monroe Township Senior APRIL 2019 – PAGE 10 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

GW Friends for There was a young woman lively group, and feasting on a who wanted to fly. delicious buffet catered by Men and Women But the people said, “Kiss that Mastoris. For dessert, Zeppole By Sharon Nachimson wish good-bye! di St. Joseph was something “The first of April is the day The sky’s too big and the sky’s you couldn’t refuse!! we remember what we are the too high, April also starts this year’s other 364 days of the year.”— And you never will fly, baseball season. So, you can Mark Twain so you’d better not try.” take me out to the ballgame, Our program this month is But this woman laughed, and buy me some peanuts and… all about the Women Air Force she just said, etc. etc. etc.; baseball gets Service Pilots (W.A.S.P.) of “Why? more interesting as the season World War II. Most people Nobody owns the sky!” * progresses. But for today the when asked to name female *From Nobody Owns the “theme for this month” is PEA- aviators can name only one — Sky: The Story of Brave NUTS! This is a story about a Amelia Earhart. But long be- Bessie Coleman young man who figured out a fore Earhart, female flyers had by Reeve Lindbergh way to pay his rent already proved that they were On Monday, April 22, Carol with ...PEANUTS! just as brave and daring as Simon Levin, our guest speaker, Amadeus Obici came to their male counterparts. Un- will tell the story of some of America as a young boy in daunted by male skepticism, these women through the eyes 1889 from the Province of they were determined to show of Ann Baumgartner Carl, the Tresviso, Italy. Early on here that anything that men could Jersey girl who trained as a in America, he surmised that do, women could too. Women’s Air Force Service Pi- Americans were more willing lot. She became the only Ameri- to spend twenty nickels than a can woman to test-fly experi- whole dollar. mental planes during the war, He chose to sell peanuts, and the first American woman to roasted and bagged for a fly a jet airplane. The program nickel a bag. Starting out with starts at 7:30 preceded by our a $4.50 roaster and a make- General Meeting at 7:15. shift stand he was in business! The following are our activities Having an entrepreneurial for the month of April: mind he came up with a sales Monday, Apr. 1 – GW Friends “gimmick.” Each bag sold con- Breakfast at Christo’s Kitchen tained a letter of the alphabet. (previously The Monroe Diner) A Purchaser who collected in the Concordia Shopping Cen- coupons spelling OBICI was ter at the low cost of $11.00. awarded a watch. Hard to be- There will be a special GWF lieve but in two years’ time he menu, important announce- gave out twenty thousand ments about future events, and watches (brand name un- a 50/50 drawing. Please bring known.) To say that he was exact change. Call Howard Katz successful would be an under- at 409-8606. statement! Monday, Apr. 1 – Movie Circa 1913 he and a friend, Group at 4 in the All-Purpose Mario Perruzzi, purchased Room at the Towne Centre. Call land in Suffolk, Virginia and Exp. 4-30-19 Dr. Allan Cooper at 409-3860. opened a facility mass- Wednesday, Apr. 3 –POOL & producing peanuts. By 1930 PIZZA -Meet at Ciro’s for pizza he was considered the at 12:30 and then head down- “Peanut King of America.” stairs to the pool room at the Now, why not have a com- Towne Centre. Email Norm pany trademark? You may Goodman at now be familiar with the image [email protected] or call of a peanut, wearing a top hat, 395-8998. a monocle, leaning on a cane. Monday, Apr.8 – Socrates By now you may have Café at 4 in the Poker Room at guessed that Amadeus Obici the Towne Centre. Interesting founded the Planters Peanut topics relating to life issues will Company!! A smart way to get be discussed. New members the rent paid? You bet! The welcome. Call Dr. Allan Cooper company was acquired by at 409-3860. Standard Brands in 1960, and Tuesday, Apr. 16 – Finance & later by Kraft-Heinz. Investing Group at 7:30 at the Ciao for now! Join us at our Towne Centre. Stan Gross will May meeting to celebrate facilitate the discussion about Mother’s Day honoring the today’s markets. Call Stan at most important person in our 860-6631. lives. Wednesday, Apr. 17 – Bil- liards at 2 in the Towne Centre. ORT Monday, Apr. 22 – Book Club at 4 in the Towne Centre. Dis- By Joan Hermelee cussion will be on the book “A Winter is finally over (I think) House for Happy Mothers” by and we are continuing to enjoy Amulya Malladi. Call Marvin the activities planned and or- Bachman at 409-5464. ganized by the dedicated Monday, Apr. 22 – GW members of ORT. We have a Friends monthly meeting and great time together as we program. See above. raise money for those needing GW FRIENDS FOR MEN & educational assistance in WOMEN: Len Greenberg, other countries. If you have President; Alex Nachimson, not yet paid your annual dues, Vice President; please put $36 in box number Alan Hermelee, Recording 18. Secretary; Sharon Nachimson, The ORT card and game Corresponding Secretary; Mark party was a big success. Par- Lindell, Treasurer. ticipants played canasta, Mah Jongg, bridge, poker, domi- noes, scrabble, etc. Sloppy The Italian Joe sandwiches were deli- American Senior cious, as always, served by Lox, Stock, and Deli. Cultural Club April 10 – Women’s Seder – By Joseph Casale 11:30 am – B’nai Tikvah – April showers bring May $45. We look forward to our flowers and they also remind special event this month with a us that spring is in the air, you special Haggadah and a cou- could feel it everywhere! We in ple of surprises for partici- our club had a head start ush- pants. Along with a short Se- ering in the season at our der, capon or salmon, as well March meeting observing the as traditional Passover foods, feast of St. Joseph and coming will be served to all. You need alive dancing to the sounds of not be Jewish, a member or Dee Best Entertainment a (Continued on page 11) GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE APRIL 2019 – PAGE 11

ORT singer John Ciotta. This is the – served family-style. It will be first time John has performed catered by Bagel Bazaar. (Continued from page 10) for us, but he was well re- Please bring your own drinks. resident to join us for this ceived – and rightly so – with a June 11 – Bus leaves 10 event. Delicious, traditional great voice and personality! a.m., for our trip to Hunterdon food will be served as we fol- His agent, Larry Donskey, in- Hills Playhouse to see “Over low along with songs, prayers, troduced him and he didn’t the River and Through the and dance. All women are waste any time before he was Woods.” This is a hilarious welcome to experience this belting out Tom Jones, “It’s family-friendly comedy, set in tradition! Not Unusual,” Bobby Darin’s New Jersey. Nick, a carefree April 24 – ORT General “Mac the Knife,” and Frank young, single Italian-American Meeting at Monroe Township Sinatra’s, “Come Fly with Me.” guy sees both sets of grandpar- Senior Center – Rabbi Esther His repertoire included Tom ents every Sunday for dinner. Reed from Rutgers Hillel will Jones’ “It’s Not Unusual,” His offer of a dream job on the speak about Jewish life in our Robert Buble’s “Crazy Little West Coast will take him away colleges. Thing Called Love.” He also from his annoying family, who May 23 – Trip to Ellis Island sang “The Music of the Night,” (Continued on page 12) – Details to follow from Phantom of the Opera. May 29 – ORT General He visited us at our tables, as Meeting at Monroe Township he continued singing familiar Senior Center – Discussion songs. He appropriately ended about the history of Roosevelt, with Andrea Bocelli’s “Time to NJ, a community formed for Say Good Bye.” Great after- immigrant Jews as a coopera- noon! tive farmland. Many artists I will review our March 14 settled there and Ben Shahn show in my next article. painted the entire history in the Membership Dues one school lobby, which re- Membership dues for the mains there today. period July 1, 2018-June 30, June 3 – Annual Mercer 2019 should be paid by July 1. County Band Concert – Mon- It is $20/couple; $10/all sin- roe Township Senior Center – gles. Dues must be current in 7:30 pm order to attend any of our June 23 – Man of La Man- shows or trips. cha – Playhouse 22 – Dinner Bingo at Ciro’s Restaurant - $52 The Senior Social Club August 14 – Game Day in sponsors Bingo on the second the ballroom Friday of each month, and September 25 – Yearn to doors open at 7 p.m. Our next Learn – ballroom: “If You’re at Bingo night will be April 12. the Table, You’re on the Menu We play a variety of bingo - Women, Politics, and Civic games. Engagement”, presented by Weekly Meetings Kiki Jameson, past professor We have a general meeting at Princeton. Cost is $36 for a in our Ballroom every Thurs- dinner of eggplant rollatini, day from 2-3 p.m. When we grilled lemon chicken, stuffed don’t have a speaker, we have flounder, Greek salad, mixed a discussion of current events. vegetables, fruit, bread, and Refreshments are served. platters of cookies. Upcoming Speakers for April ORT-sponsored greeting – All Residents Invited cards and tributes are sold by April 4 – 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Helen Kuhl – 609 409-1788. Robert Goodall, Superinten- Shop Rite/Stop and Shop gift dent of Schools, Monroe cards are sold by Miriam Township: Monroe Educational Ziegelheim – 609 409-9160. Progress and the Need for A new fundraising endeavor School Expansion. is to “bring good things to light” April 25 – 2 p.m.-3 p.m. by announcing happy aspects Mayor Jerry Tamburro, Mon- of members’ lives at individual roe Township: Monroe Town- functions. If you would like ship Today and Tomorrow. your good fortune to be an- Calendar of Events nounced, ORT asks for a mini- April 11 – 12:30 p.m. in our mum $2 donation. Ballroom: “The Vincent Tala- Members enjoy sharing their rico Show.” Vincent and his good news and focusing on wife, Mary Tomaselli, return to positive events. Please come our stage to perform their hit prepared to spread happiness show, “It Takes Two, Baby.” at our next function. Their duets will include such ORT has many exciting favorites as, “The Prayer,” things coming your way. “Ain’t No Mountain High Please be sure to join. Enough,” “I Got You, Babe,” and many more. Lunch will be catered by Jacques, and we The Martin are serving family-style salad, Salmanowitz Chicken Marsala, Tilapia Fran- caise, stuffed shells, vegetable Senior Social medley, cake and coffee. Club Please bring your own beverages. $20/members; $22/non- By Mary Laresch resident guests. April is the month of nature’s May 16 – 1 p.m. in our Ball- awakening – all the early room: “The Tony Sands spring flowers start to sprout. Luncheon Show – A Musical Christians will celebrate Easter Salute to Frank Sinatra.” Tony Sunday, the holiest day in their has over 20 years crooning calendar, and those of the Old Blue Eyes’ tunes. He has Jewish faith will enjoy Pass- appeared at the Tropicana over. This year both holidays Casino and Resort Hotel in happen to fall on the same Atlantic City, NJ. He also per- weekend – Passover begins formed in the Rat Pack Show Friday evening/Saturday, April at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino, 19, 20, and Easter Sunday on and dazzled audiences April 21. throughout the nation with the On February 14, Valentine’s song-styling of the “Chairman Day, after all the ladies re- of the Board.” He portrays ceived a beautiful red rose, we Frank from a young man enjoyed a wonderful afternoon. through his comeback show, We started with lunch served the “Main Event.” Our lunch family-style, including tuna and will be sandwiches of corned deli platters, salads, coffee beef, turkey, roast beef, tuna and cake, provided by the Ba- fish, as well as lettuce, tomato, gel Bazaar. Our show followed onions, potato salad, cole with a great performance by slaw, pickles, cake and coffee APRIL 2019 – PAGE 12 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

Senior Social Box 1 at the Clubhouse. presents the history and back- It is our policy to give refunds ground of Nathan’s Famous, (Continued from page 11) up to one week before any the First 100 Years – from the take exception to the proposed event. We cannot guarantee a founding to present day of Na- move. Games and plans are put refund if you cancel less than than’s hot dogs. into motion as the comedy un- one week, unless a replacement Films: take place in the ball- folds. is found. When making reserva- room of the Towne Centre and Lunch will include choice of tions, please indicate the date of start at 1pm. No sign up is re- Yankee Pot Roast, Fried Jumbo the event on the OUTSIDE of quired, but you MUST be a Shrimp Platter, Santa-Fe the envelope; write a separate member to attend. Chicken, Lemon Pepper Cod, check for each event; include April – Passover – please Roast Turkey with Stuffing, Egg- the names and checks of those note that there is no film plant Rollatini, Roasted Vegeta- you want sitting at your table; a May – subject to change - ble Kabob (Gluten Free); mixed maximum of 12 people at any Besa: The Promise – Alan garden salad/house dressing table. Please write a separate Brodman will introduce and lead will be served. A scrumptious, check for the annual dues of the talkback for this film about voluminous array of desserts will $10/person. Place all checks in Albanian Muslims who saved be offered, along with coffee Box #1 in the clubhouse. nearly 2,000 Jews during WWII. and tea. $70/members; $73/non Trips: July – The Jewish -resident guests. No refunds Yiddish Club Museum – Leonard Cohen: A after May 10 unless a replace- Crack in Everything – A docent ment is found. By Diane Morris-Paff led tour of this first ever exhibit June 21-23 – 3 Days, 2 By the time this is in print I devoted to his legacy and imagi- Nights - Bus Trip to Washing- hope that winter is finally over nation. See flyer for details. ton D.C & Baltimore. Escorted and we are seeing life start to Elsie Landau Yiddish tour, including Kennedy Center bloom around us. The board Vinkle: For those who speak performance of Hello Dolly; wishes all a Happy Pesach! Yiddish or understand Yiddish, Toby’s Dinner Theater per- Marc Gold amused us with please join us on the third formance of Grease and buffet the history and stories of the Wednesday of each month for dinner; Baltimore Harbor famed Golds Horseradish and our monthly meeting located in Cruise; Hillwood Estate tour; other Golds product. This is very the Towne Centre across from National Cathedral tour; choice timely for the upcoming Pass- the nurse’s office. Each month of National Mall Museum, over, so that we can share the brings a new topic or new Smithsonian Air and Space stories with our families idea. New people always Museum or National Holocaust Breakfasts: take place the welcome! Museum and Memorial. Spon- first Sunday of each month. The Sylvia Kolber Yiddish sored by Atlas World Travel. cost is usually $8/month, unless Multi-Media Center: The Multi Price - $697/per person double otherwise stated on flyer. Pay- -Media Center is available at occupancy – single supple- ment and flyer are due 10 days monthly breakfasts and in- ment $170. Deposit of $100, prior to the breakfast. All neces- cludes films on DVD, books made out to Atlas World sary information is on the flyer. and music CDs. Some books Travel, is due at booking. A Doors open at 9:45am for are from authors who have check for the final payment, breakfast and the program spoken to our group and some made out to Atlas World starts at 10:15am. of the DVDs are past films Travel, is to be paid by April 7, Eranga and Prianga shown at the Sunday movie 04/01/2019. All payments are will perform international songs, afternoon. nonrefundable after including Jewish music. “Eranga A reminder…you do not need 04/01/2019. Travel protection and Prianga were singing songs to speak Yiddish to be a mem- is available at $44/per person that forced members of the au- ber of our club, you just need an and is to be paid upon book- dience to tap their feet, and interest in meeting others and ing, by check made out to At- even sing.” – sharing an experience with our las World Travel. This trip is Dan Barry, The New York members. You must be a club open to our entire community. Times member to take part in the ac- Please deposit all checks in May 5, William Handwerker tivities. GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE APRIL 2019 – PAGE 13

Payback of favors really do matter Poetry Corner As new candidates ascend the political ladder

From Boys to Men Worrying never gets the job First time winners primed to By Irwin Dunsky done interrupt My grandsons are growing into It only makes it more difficult Why must so many end up men When the pressure mounts corrupt? It seemed like just the other You will not be abandoned day If you run, your problems will Too many promises made and We took them for a walk in the follow so few kept park Seeking you out like a pack of And those we elect are so They wore diapers and were wild dogs often inept so unsteady on their feet In the last minute when hope While flaunting power how Being so young they needed dwindles many have laughed us for everything If you keep moving forward Despite accusations of kick- The day would come when Resolution will find you backs and other graft they didn’t need us as Wrap its arms around you much And smother you in solution Paid lobbyists fulfill a single They grew into big boys, but It’s the way of the warrior mission they always loved us Getting the companies they We put a lot of time in with Will Things Ever represent favorable them and it paid off conditions Change Every time they see us, they By Bill Friedman Nepotism leads to no-show come up to us and kiss us Do you realize how many im- positions I’m fortunate to have such lov- portant decisions And unexplainable self-serving ing grandchildren Are left in the hands of politi- visions. We took them to so many cians? places we developed a How long must it take before bond Contentious debates often reality dawns Disney World, the Caribbean, primary routs And we all realize we're politi- Washington, and our home Used to determine who's in cal pawns. and who's out From the time they were young until they got older My house is filled with pictures of my grandchildren They grow up so fast enjoy them while they’re young Before you know it, they won’t have time for you

My grandchildren are growing into fine young men They’ll always have time for us

Way of the Warrior By Irwin Dunsky Move forward despite the roadblocks If needed slow down and gather yourself Reflect on your decided path If the road you are on is sound Hold your course steadfast And weather the storm

Golf Course

(Continued from page 8) wet. This procedure is essen- tial to keep playing surfaces healthy and in good condition. It’s primarily performed to control organic matter, decaying roots and grass stems, relieve soil compaction, stimulate root growth and improve drainage. The only problem with aeration is that until the ground heals itself, the holes from aeration can be troublesome for the golfer. If sand is also spread over the aerated sec- tions, playing can be still more distracting. Within about two weeks the aerated areas are pretty much back to normal. The Greenbriar Golf Course has been very successful using deep tining in helping to control areas that are typically moist for long periods of time. By increasing the depth of tine penetration to approximately 9 inches, compaction of our clay soil is loosened allowing for better absorption of water into the soil. If aeration on the fairways is disconcerting to golfers, aeration of the greens threatens to push some golfers over the edge. Before the green heals up, the golf ball bounces in unpredictable ways in the (Continued on page 18) APRIL 2019 – PAGE 14 GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE

experiences and ways to Memory Loss Basics: On cise moves that help improve cope. Thursday, April 11, at 11 cognitive function as well as What Me, Worry: On a.m., Nicolette Vasco, Pro- mobility and strength. Spon- Thursday, April 4, at 10:30 gram Coordinator, Alzheimer’s sored by Senior Helpers, this Monroe Township Office of Senior Services & Senior Center a.m., Vinny Smith, from Hori- Association, discusses the interactive class will help moti- 12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 zon Health, discusses how symptoms and effect of Alz- vate you to self-manage 609-448-7140 worrying about the small stuff heimer’s disease and other healthy habits for overall well- Registering with the Office / -gastroenterology, which fo- creates more stress. Learn types of dementia. Learn how being. Senior Center is free and cuses on the role of the gut (“the some tips and techniques to Alzheimer’s affects the brain Drivers’ Safety Class: On available to Monroe Township second brain”) in mental health worry and stress less. as well as the benefits of early Tuesday, April 23, at 8:45 residents, 55 years of age and and moods. After the talk, volun- Saturday Pop-Up - The detection. a.m., enhance your driving older. The monthly newsletter, teers are invited to participate in Baffling Brain: On Satur- Men’s Health: On Friday, skills during this AARP- Senior Focus, is distributed an unrelated study on smart- days, April 6 and 13, at 10 April 12, at 10:30 a.m., Dr. sponsored program. For pric- th around the 15 of the previ- phone usage in older adults a.m., take a journey through Thomas Wall, from Cen- ing and space availability, ous month and members are which will help develop a smart- your brain during this two-part traState, discusses basic please call the Office. required to pre-register for phone training program. workshop with Barbara health care and screenings for Safe and Sane Online: On ALL monthly activities. Promote Independence: Bogner, Ph.D. Explore why men. From learning about Friday, April 26, at 10:30 Please be sure to call the Of- On Wednesday, April 3, at you get “bad vibes” from some practical approaches to diet to a.m., we welcome Tyler, from fice at least 24 hours in ad- 10:30 a.m., CentraState ad- people and not others, why understanding screening test the Library, as he leads this vance should you need trans- dresses “all aspects of healthy children don’t “get” sarcasm, benefits and limitations, partici- discussion on staying safe portation to and from the Sen- aging” through occupational and WHY you can actually pants will be able to promote online. Learn about the impor- ior Center. For members un- therapy. Discover how practi- “love” chocolate. When regis- their own long-term well-being. tance of creating strong pass- able to attend a registered tioners focus on maximizing a tering, you will be enrolled in Truth About Protein: On words and recognizing legiti- program, please sure to cancel person’s independence and both dates. Tuesday, April 16, at 10:30 mate web sources for info. For complete details regard- safe lifestyle through improv- County Services: On Mon- a.m., join Mary Myers, RD, as Eating with Diabetes: On ing our registration guidelines ing skills that will promote pro- day, April 8, at 10:30 a.m., she separates fact from fiction Monday, April 29, at 10:30 and refund policy, please call ductive aging. Brittany Rivera, from the Mid- about protein and how much a.m., join Therese Wyman, the Office at 609-448-7140. Brain Injury Support dlesex County Office of Aging you nutritional need in your RD, for an informative discus- HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Group: On the first Tuesday and Disabled Services, dis- daily diet. How much is sion about planning for every- Eating for Microbiome: On of the month at 12 p.m., join cusses the programs and ser- enough? Join us as we get to day eating with temptations. Tuesday, April 2, at 10:30 Tom Smith, who suffered a vices available to County resi- the “meat” of the matter. This program is ideal for any- a.m., Dr. Jan Mohlman, Profes- stroke over three decades dents. From home care pro- Benefits of Meditating: On one who needs tips on plan- sor at William Paterson Univer- ago, as he facilitates this grams to transportation, the Wednesday, April 17, at 1:30 ning ahead to eat healthier. sity, leads a lively discussion on group for individuals (who had County offers many services p.m., join Michele Granberg Life’s Support Series: On the up-and-coming field of neuro a stroke or TBI) to share their for the 60+ individual. and The Oscar and Ella Wilf Monday, April 29, at 1 p.m., Blood Pressure: On Tues- Campus for an informative join Andrea Casey, Certified day, April 9, from 1 to 3 p.m., discussion on the benefits of Life Coach, for this coaching keep your blood pressure in meditation. For beginners, session where she wants you check with this free screening. learn various techniques and to “Spring into Action” this Please be sure to set-up your spend time in guided practice. month. Andrea shares tips on appointment time early! P.O.L.S.T.: On Thursday, managing your time to achieve Foot Screening: On Tues- April 18, at 10:30 a.m., learn your springtime goals. day, April 9, by appointment, about Patient Goals in Geriat- from 2 to 3 p.m., receive a ric Medicine. Barbara Vaning, Laughs, Lyrics,

FREE foot screening from Dr. Princeton Health Community and Lectures Elliot M. Perel, of Monroe Foot Wellness, discusses “The Washington Revisited: On & Ankle Care, with the help of Practitioner Orders fo Life- Thursday, April 4, at 10:30 St. Peter’s University Hospital. Sustaining Treat- a.m., George Washington (Bill Oral Cancer Screening: ment” (POLST) Paradigm Pro- Agress) returns to address our On Wednesday, April 10, by gram, which benefits those troupes again. Due to the appointment, from 1:30 to who are seriously ill to improve snowstorm on February 12, 3:30 p.m., Dr. Cathy Hung, their end of life care. and with the help of Parker at Board Certified Oral Surgeon, Post Surgery Recovery: On Monroe, we give first prefer- provides some spring cleaning Monday, April 22, at 10 a.m., ence to those who were un- for your mouth! Receive a Seaview Orthopaedic serves up able to join us the first time. complimentary screening to a light breakfast and information Mandolin Intro & Class: check your lumps and bumps. regarding pain treatment after On Thursday, April 4, at 2 Dizziness & You: On surgery. Join Dr. Bertrand Par- p.m., if you are interested in Wednesday, April 10, at 1:30 cells as he shares his expertise learning how to play mando- p.m., Madhavi Padigala, from on cutting-edge post-surgery lin via the tablature method, Monroe Care Pharmacy, dis- recovery strategies as well as join Jerry Sperling for this cusses why you are feeling ways to reduce opioid use and introductory session. The unsteady or “woozy.” Under- to get you home faster. class commences on April stand how to prevent dizziness GymGuyz Demo & Do: On 11, for 10 sessions. Students as a result of taking one or Monday, April 22, at 1:30 must purchase their own in- more prescription medications. p.m., Coach Kristy, with the strument; information will be CPR Know-How: On GymGuyz, demonstrates exer- provided. Thursday, April 11, at 10:30 a.m., Penn Medicine offers this free, American Heart As- sociation Family and Friends CPR session. It is a participation course (not a certification course) to learn about cardiac disease, stroke, and basic CPR and Heimlich maneuvers. Space is limited. GREENBRIAR AT WHITTINGHAM VOICE APRIL 2019 – PAGE 15

The Green Thumb

(Continued from page 8) ing us with pollen? This is the busy spring mating game. Pol- len contains male sex cells in search of a female gamete to fertilize. Many plants (lilies, apple trees and blueberry bushes) use insects to transfer pollen from male to female. Another method of spread- ing pollen is by the wind. This is so hit-or-miss that plants must produce ridiculously large amounts of feather-light pollen, most of which never hits its target. Some trees From left, “Sunset Boulevard” stars William Kamps as Joe Gillis, Holly shed lots of highly allergenic Gash as Norma Desmond, Cat Tierney as Betty Schaefer, and Evan pollen, while others produce Bilinski (background) as Max. This blockbuster musical is presented by very little, or else their pollen Playful Theatre Productions at MCCC’s Kelsey Theatre April 5 to 14. is only moderately irritating. Tickets may be purchased online at www.KelseyTheatre.net or by call- Female plants produce no ing the Box Office at 609-570-3333. pollen at all. Photo by Kyrus Keenan Photography There have been some successful attempts to make the extraordinarily allergenic “Sunset Boulevard” Is Ready mulberry trees less irritating to allergy sufferers by giving for a Close-up at these trees a sex change – MCCC’s Kelsey Theatre that is, they are top-grafted with weeping mulberry, which Change has not come easily screenwriter Joe Gillis, who is female and therefore pol- for silent film star Norma Des- accidentally stumbles onto len-free. It would also help if mond. In a mesmerizing hom- Norma’s property, and she landscapers would make age to early Hollywood and quickly sees an opportunity. greater use of female trees. the era of silent films, Playful The drama gradually gets There are so many varieties, Theatre Productions presents darker as Gillis discovers this including junipers, yews, as- the Tony Award-winning wounded star is one whom pens, cottonwoods, poplars, “Sunset Boulevard” at Mer- you won’t walk away from un- red maples, silver maples, cer County Community Col- scathed. box elders, tupelos and wil- lege’s (MCCC’s) Kelsey Thea- With book and lyrics by Don lows. tre. This blockbuster musical Black and Christopher Hamp- This time of year, one cubic will be performed Fridays, ton, and music by Andrew meter of air can contain as April 5 and 12 at 8 p.m.; Satur- Lloyd Webber, the show is many as 100,000 grains of days, April 6 and 13 at 8 p.m.; based on Billy Wilder's Acad- pollen. The average person and Sundays, April 7 and 14 at emy Award-winning 1950 film. inhales 2 cubic meters of air 2 p.m. It has enjoyed two successful daily, so take a deep breath Kelsey Theatre is located on Broadway runs, both starring and do the math. While you’re MCCC’s West Windsor Cam- Glenn Close in the lead role. at it, please pass the tissues. pus, 1200 Old Trenton Road. The winner of eight Tony POLLEN The community is invited to an Awards in 1995, including Best RATINGS opening night reception with Musical and Best Original (1) Plants that produce little the cast and crew on April 5. Score, “Sunset Boulevard” or no pollen: Surrounded by the trappings features multiple memorable Flowers: Begonia, cactus, of stardom long since faded, musical numbers including the clematis, columbine, crocus, Desmond is still hoping to title song, as well as daffodil, dusty miller, gera- make her “return” to the big “Surrender,” “With One Look,” nium, hosta, impatiens, iris, screen. In fact, she has written “New Ways to Dream,” and lily, pansy, petunia, phlox, a painfully long screenplay in a “As If We Never Said Good- rose, salvia, snapdragon, tulip, desperate attempt to revive bye.” It was nominated for nu- verbena and zinnia. her career. Enter struggling (Continued on page 18) Shrubs: Azalea, hibiscus, hydrangea, viburnum and box- wood. Trees: Dogwood, female English holly, Bradford pear, crepe myrtle, magnolia and female red maple. (2) Plants that are high pro- ducers of pollen, so avoid them if you are allergic: Flowers: chamomile, chrysanthemums, daisies, golden- rod and ordinary sunflowers. Shrubs: cypress, jasmine vine, juniper and wisteria. Male trees: ash, aspen, ce- dar, cottonwood and poplar. Spring has arrived (finally!) It’s time to get out and dig in. Here’s wishing you good re- sults in the weeks to come. Reminder: The Green Thumbs will meet at 11am on Tuesday, April 9 at the Monroe Twp. Senior Center.

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may prescribe medications NURSE’S NOTES and lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes are just as important (Continued from page 7) called the “silent killer” be- as medications. Follow your with high blood pressure— cause it often has no warning doctor’s instructions and stay especially those 60 years old signs or symptoms, and many on your medications. Do not or older—have become aware people do not know they have stop taking your medications of their condition and gotten it. That’s why it is important to before talking to your doctor or treatment. Unfortunately, check your blood pressure pharmacist. about 1 of 5 U.S. adults with regularly. The good news is All drugs may have side high blood pressure still do not that you can take steps to pre- effects, so talk to your doctor know that they have it. Many vent high blood pressure or to regularly. As your blood pres- adults with high blood pres- control it. sure improves, your doctor will sure use medications to treat Risk factors include health check it often and evaluate the the condition. In 2009, Ameri- conditions, your lifestyle, and medication you are taking. cans visited their health care your family history that can Lifestyle changes can help providers more than 55 million increase your risk for high you control your blood pres- times to treat high blood pres- blood pressure. Some the risk sure. sure. factors for high blood pressure Diet. Eat a healthy diet that Using team-based care that cannot be controlled, such as is: low in salt (sodium), total includes the patient, primary your age or family history. But fat, saturated fat, and choles- care provider, and other health you can take steps to lower terol. High in fresh fruits and care providers is a recom- your risk by changing the fac- vegetables. mended strategy to reduce tors you can control. Be active. Try taking a brisk and control blood pressure. You can make changes to 10-minute walk 3 times a day Reducing the average your lifestyle that will help you 5 days a week. amount of salt or sodium that control your blood pressure. Do not smoke. If you smoke, people eat from 3,400 milli- Your doctor might prescribe quit as soon as possible. grams (mg) to 2,300 mg per medications that can help you. The lifestyle changes for day—the level recommended By controlling your blood pres- blood pressure control are in the Dietary Guidelines for sure, you will lower your risk similar to those for preventing Americans, 2010—may re- for the harmful effects of high high blood pressure. These duce cases of high blood pres- blood pressure. are important steps to your sure by 11 million . If you already have high good health. High blood pressure is blood pressure, your doctor Adapted from the CDC

GW Lectures take place at 1pm: Caregiver Conference 4/1/2019, Dizziness: causes and treatment, with M. Padi- Do you worry that the per- ing to long-term care planning gala, Pharmacist son you care for spends too and John Dulog an Occupa- Dizziness is a frightening much time at home? Has he or tional Therapist, will review symptom – but what are the she lost interest in the things home safety strategies and fall causes? Please hear this infor- they used to enjoy? Do you as prevention tips. mative lecture about the a caregiver feel overwhelmed, This is a free event for care- causes and treatment options. tired, or lonely? givers, however, registration is Please register with the conci- To learn more about care- required. Please contact Ra- erge. giving and connect with peers, chel Kallish at 609-655-6853 5/6/2019 Diabetes and Parker at Monroe Adult Day or [email protected] to Healthy Eating, with Therese Center invites you to attend a register. Wyman, Nutritionist and Dia- Caregiver Conference on Sat- Parker is a not-for-profit or- betic Educator. urday, April 13 from 8:30 am – ganization committed to sup- 12:30 pm at 200 Overlook porting caregivers of older Drive in Monroe Township. adults. Our mission is to make The conference will provide aging and caregiving more you with knowledge and tools manageable; to provide you Monroe Township to better care for your loved with the resources you need to Chorus Presents one and yourself. Educational be the best caregiver you can sessions will include a presen- be. "We're Gonna Sing" tation by Dr. Fred Kobylarz, Parker at Monroe Adult Day Geriatrician, Rutgers Health, Center is open five days a On Saturday evening, June Center for Healthy Aging at week from 8 am to 4 pm and 1, at 7 p.m. the Monroe Town- Monroe, RWJ Hospital. Dr. has been designed to provide ship Chorus will present its sixth Kobylarz will discuss the im- a more affordable, engaging, annual concert honoring Amer- portance of the Medicare An- and social option to homecare. ica, our Veterans and all active nual Wellness Visit as it re- Transportation is available to duty men and women who still lates to memory loss. Pre- the local area and financial guard us, our flag and our way senter Jason Alguram, Esq. assistance may be available of life. The choral performance will discuss legal issues relat- for those who qualify. including sing-a-long songs will express our reverence, respect and gratitude for the sacrifices the Armed Forces have made to defend and preserve our freedom. The accomplished Monroe Township Chorus will perform this concert under the artistic leadership of Director and Con- ductor Sheila Werfel and the very talented Music Director David Schlossberg. If you are a Veteran, show your pride by wearing your mili- tary decorations, uniform, cap or jacket of your veteran’s organization. Mark your calendar and join us on Saturday, June 1. The doors will open at 6:15 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the Richard P. Marasco Performing Arts Center located in the Monroe Township Middle School, 1629 Perrineville Road, Mon- roe Township. Everyone is invited! Free admission! No tickets required! For additional information contact Sheila Werfel, Direc- tor at 609 619-3229.

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Calendar of Events for Monroe Township Public Library All events are open to the public. www.monroetwplibrary.org Celebrating 30 Years Thursday, April 4 at 1 p.m. The Monroe Township Li- Author Francine Garson will brary will celebrate its 30th discuss her own publication Anniversary on Monday, April experience, the inspiration for 1, 2019. her book Things and give ad- Coupon Club vice for writers. Register at the Monday, April 1 at 1:30 p.m. Welcome Desk. Clip, swap and trade coupons. Art of the World Discuss deals, share frugal Thursday, April 4 at 2 p.m. tips and shopping experi- We’re familiar with the works ences. Bring a pair of scissors of Monet and Renoir. Join and your stash of non-expired Roberta Hodes on a trip coupons. Registration is not around the world to learn required. about the works of Native Book Café American artisans, as well as Wednesday, April 3 artists from China, India, Thai- Session 1 at 11 am for exist- land and other counties. Reg- ing group members istration not required. Session 2 at 1 pm for new Sit-N-Stitch members Friday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss books that you Stitch a project; assist others, have read. Light refreshments share tips, projects and pat- will be served. Register at the terns. Bring your own supplies. Welcome Desk. Registration not required. Socrates Café Poets Corner Wednesday, April 3 at 7 Friday, April 5 at 11 a.m. A p.m. Socrates Café are gath- workshop and reading group TOWNE CENTRE NEWS erings around the world where for all ages. Please bring 12 By Monica Caterson, Clubhouse / Recreation Manager people from different back- copies of your work. Registra- grounds get together and ex- tion is not required. change thoughtful ideas and Pop-Up Shops experiences while embracing Saturday, April 6: Sophisti- WHOA WHOA’s Sunday the central theme of Socratiz- cated Sentiments ing; the idea that we learn Saturday, April 13: Chalk It Entertainment Shows Movies more when we ask questions Up with Brandy Sunday, April 14, 2019 along with others. Join us and The Monroe Township Li- WILLIAM MICHALS pose questions, listen to oth- brary Foundation provides Pop in the Ballroom ers, raise challenges and con- -Up Shop rental space on se- with A Band!!! Movie: “The Lost City of Z” sider other alternatives. Mon- lect Saturdays between 10am 1:00p.m. – PG-13 – 141 Minutes roe resident Noreen Gumnic and 4pm. Local residents with Sunday, April 28, 2019 moderates. Register at the their own direct sales busi- Sunday, May 12, 2019 Welcome Desk. nesses (LuLaRoe, Pampered in The Towne Centre Ballroom in the Ballroom My Journey from Writer Chef, Tastefully Simple, Ro- Movie: “Allied” Wannabe to Published dan & Fields, crafters, e.g.) Saturday, May 18, 2019 Author: A Workshop for should visit one of our service At The Monroe Township High School 1:00p.m. – R – 124 Minutes Writers and Readers (Continued on page 18) KOL ESPERANZA Saturday, June 15, 2019 WHOA Atlantic City in The Monroe Township Middle School Wednesday, April 10, 2019 “Caesars” TUSK: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band ON SALE NOW Saturday, July 20, 2019 At The Monroe Township High School Wednesday, May 1, 2019 “Tropicana” Saturday, August 17, 2019 ON SALE NOW At The Monroe Township High School

Saturday, September 21, 2019 WHOA Duffy Square At The Monroe Township High School NYC Saturday, October 19, 2019 Duffy Square is in At The Monroe Township Middle School The Theater District.

Saturday, November 16, 2019 You can purchase discounted tickets to At The Monroe Township Middle School Broadway Shows. The cost for the bus is $20pp. *If you would like to receive e-mails Every 3rd Wednesday of the month: about our shows let us know! May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21 and [email protected] September 18 – Sign Up Today!

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Help & Health CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Monroe Township Public Library Services CARING ELDER CARE – We (Continued from page 17) cuss the music performed in a Transportation LEN’S REMODELING AND will help you with personal desks or our website for an relaxed, informal setting. Pre- AAA TRANSPORTATION – CONTRACTING SERVICES care, household tasks and out- application to rent the Pop-Up sented by the Monroe Town- Monroe area (Encore resi- (formerly Len’s Handyman door errands. Free consulta- Shop space at the Library. ship Cultural Arts Commission. dent). Transportation to air- Services). Doing repairs and tion. Reasonable rates. Eliza- Current Events Registration not required. ports, trains, piers, NYC and renovations in Monroe since beth (646) 413-0813. Discussion Group The Great Courses: Amer- reasonable rates. Call Howard 2003. Full-service home reno- Saturday, April 6 at 10:30 ica’s Founding Fathers (732) 979-3085. vation company. Our beautiful ANNA’S HOME CARE – Cer- a.m. Enjoy a discussion about Tuesdays, April 9, 16 and 23 kitchen and bath showroom in tified professional caregiver is global and domestic affairs. at 1 p.m. Professor Allen NEED DRIVER? Two of us Englishtown displays every- looking for live-in/live-out job in Light refreshments provided. Guelzo, Gettysburg College, in will assist you in food shop- thing you need under one roof. Monroe Township. Experi- Register at the Welcome partnership with the Smith- ping, doctors, hospital, malls, All interior renovations – kitch- enced, references. Driver’s Desk. sonian, presents the men who beauty parlor appointments, ens, bathrooms, flooring, license. Accepts long-term Resume Review Drop In shaped the U.S. Constitution, etc. Cheap rates. (609) 409- painting, plumbing, electric care insurance. Low prices. Saturday, April 6 from 2pm in this DVD lecture series. 2900. and handyman services. Free Private care option. Call Anna to 4 p.m. If you are looking for Each lecture uses one of the estimates. (732) 851-7555. at (609) 409-1600 or (908) 337 a job, or just need to clean up Founder’s principles and NAT TRANSPORTATION – -7462. your resume, meet with a certi- words, as a basis to create a Monroe resident. All airports, MIKE THE HANDYMAN – fied career counselor to get picture of the Americans who shipyards, NYC and local. See my display ad in this edi- AT ANGEL TOUCH HOME your resume questions an- contributed in forming the Doctor and hospital visits. tion. (732) 780-0468. CARE we provide excellent swered. world’s oldest continuously (917) 657-5611. care for the elderly with li- No Registration Required. operating instrument of gov- WINDSOR MOVING COM- POV Documentary Film ernment. th censed, insured and bonded LIMO GUY, INC. – Our 17 PANY – Helping families pack thoroughly screened aides. Sunday, April 7 at 10:30 April 9: James McHenry’s year. We go to all airports. and move for over 20 years. 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Call for a day, a week, or up to a House Cleaning These films are presented in two 30-minute DVD, followed (732) 452-9222 month. Our home or yours. NICE JEWISH GIRL’S collaboration with the award- by a brief discussion and light True animal lovers. Barb (732) HOUSE CLEANING – Bonded winning documentary series refreshments. Registration is MARVIN’S CAR SERVICE – 735-4243. and insured. Reasonable P.O.V. Registration is not re- not required. Greenbriar resident. Low rates. 25 years of experience. quired. Short Story Discussion rates. Airports, piers, NYC, BRIDGE LESSONS – If you Call Eileen (609) 860-9050. GEN X 1989 Film Group Philadelphia. Anywhere 24/7. have never played before or and Discussion Wednesday, April 10 at 11 Ride in style for less. 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(Continued from page 15) Home Princeton Symphony merous awards during its mul- COMPUTER REPAIR - RJF Orchestra Performance Improvement & tiple runs in London. Golf Course Sales Company LLC. Is your Monday, April 8 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 for all. They Services computer running slow? It may The Princeton Symphony Or- (Continued from page 13) may be purchased online at MORALES LANDSCAPING – need a tune-up. Desktop and chestra Chamber Series is holes left by aeration. How- www.KelseyTheatre.net or by laptop repair in your home. offered for free to the public as ever, this September we are Shrubbery care, stone, mulch, calling the Kelsey Box Office Custom built computers. Virus part of an outreach concert planning to use a new process top soil, power washing. Call at 609-570-3333. Kelsey removal and protection. Mon- series. This allows artists, resi- on the Greens. We will try a us (609) 240-5164. 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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3 4 5 6 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Sculpting & Arts/Crafts 9 am Ping Pong 9:30 am 3D Art 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Yoga Class 9:30 am Ceramics 10 am Entertainment Mtg. 9 am Yoga 11:15 am Chair Yoga 10 am GW Debatables 10 am GWCA Site Review 11 am Aquacise 10 am Chorus 9 am Beginning Tap 10 am Line Dancing Comm. Mtg. 2 pm GW Billiards 1 pm Cards Dancers 10 am Sheila’s Body Sculpt. 10:30 am Line Dancing 7 pm Resident Civic Board 1 pm Knitwits & Art/Sewing 10 am Painting/Coloring 10:45 am Chair Yoga 11 am Aquacise Mtg. Class Group 11 am Aquacise 1 pm Cards 7 pm Yoga 2 pm Senior Social Club 11 am Aquacise 11:30 am Sheila’s Chair 2 pm Patio Discussion 7:30 pm New Kids on The 4 pm Aquacise 11 am Chair Yoga Fitness Group Block 6:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 6:15 pm Italian American 1 pm Storm Water 4 pm Aquacise 6:30 pm Billiards Club Management Mtg. 4 pm Tap Dancing 7 pm Cards 1 pm Woodworking Club 6:30 pm 8 Ball Club 7 pm Stained Glass Group 1 pm Health Lecture 7 pm Cards 7 pm Line Dancing 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm GW Friends Movie Club 6 pm Water Volleyball 6 pm Zumba

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 10:15 am Yiddish Club 9 am Hadassah Board Mtg. 8:30 am AARP Course 9:30 am GWCA Open 9:30 am 3D Art 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Ping Pong 1 pm Game Day 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Sculpting & Arts/Crafts Workshop Mtg. 10 am Chorus 9 am Yoga 11:15 am Chair Yoga 9 am Yoga Class 9:30 am Ceramics 10:30 am WHOA Towne 9 am Beginning Tap 1 pm Quilting 10 am ORT Board Mtg. 9:30 am Yiddish Program 9:30 am Computer Club Centre Mtg. Dancers 10 am Line Dancing Comm. Mtg. 11 pm Aquacise 10:30 am Disabled Israeli 9:30 am Yiddish 10 am Sheila’s Body 10:30 am Line Dancing 11:30 pm ORT Card Party Veterans Entertainment Group Sculpting 11 am Aquacise 7 pm Yoga 12:30 pm Senior Social Club 10 am Painting/Coloring 10:45 am Chair Yoga 1 pm Orientation Mtg. 7:30 pm Resident Civic Club 1 pm Cards Group 11 am Aquacise 1 pm Cards Open Mtg. 1 pm Knitwits & Art/Sewing 11 am Aquacise 11:30 am Sheila’s Chair 2 pm Patio Discussion Class 11 am Chair Yoga Fitness Group 4 pm After Hours Board Mtg. 6:30 pm Canasta 1 pm Woodworking Club 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm Aquacise 7 pm Bingo 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm Aquacise 6:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 4 pm GW Friends Socrates 6:30 pm 8 Ball Club 6:30 pm Billiards Café 7 pm Cards 7 pm Cards 6 pm Water Volleyball 7:30 pm Finance Study 7 pm Stained Glass Group 6 pm Zumba Group 7 pm Line Dancing 7:30 pm History Club

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 pm Movie: “The Lost City 9 am Ping Pong 8:30 am Greens and 9 am Ping Pong 9:30 am 3D Art 9 am Ping Pong 10 am Tennis Club of Z” 9 am Yoga Grounds Golf Mtg. 9:30 am Ceramics 10 am Chorus 9 am Yoga 11:15 am Chair Yoga 9:30 am WHOA Open 9 am Sculpting & Arts/Crafts 10 am GWCA Covenants 1 pm Cards 9 am Beginning Tap Workshop Mtg. Class Comm. Mtg. 1 pm Knitwits & Art/Sewing Dancers 10 am Provocative Thinking 10:30 am Line Dancing 10 am The Yiddish Vinkle Class 9:30 am Buildings and 10 am Line Dancing 11 am Aquacise 11 am Aquacise 2 pm Senior Social Club Grounds Mtg. 10 am Sheila’s Body 1 pm Cards 2 pm GW Billiards 4 pm Aquacise 10 am Painting/Coloring Sculpting 2 pm Patio Discussion Group 6 pm Fitness Club 6:30 pm Duplicate Bridge Group 10:45 am Chair Yoga 4 pm Tap Dancing 7 pm Yoga 6:30 pm Billiards 11 am Aquacise 11 am Aquacise 4 pm Aquacise 7 pm GW Connections 7 pm Cards 11 am Chair Yoga 11:30 am Sheila’s Chair 6:30 pm 8 Ball Club Provocative Thinking 7 pm Stained Glass Group 6:30 pm Canasta Fitness 7 pm Cards 7:30 pm WHOA Open Board 7 pm Line Dancing Tournament 1 pm Woodworking Club Mtg. 6:30 pm GW Connections 4 pm Tap Dancing Movie Group 6 pm Water Volleyball Passover begins at sundown 6 pm Zumba 7:30 pm GWCA Open Mtg.

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Happy Easter ~ 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Sculpting & Arts/Crafts 9 am Ping Pong 9:30 am 3D Art 9 am Ping Pong 9:30 am Computer Club Towne Center Closed 9 am Yoga Class 9:30 am Ceramics 10 am Chorus 9 am Yoga 11:15 am Chair Yoga 9:30 am GW Connections 10:30 am Line Dancing 9:30 am Computer Club 10 am Landscape Comm. 9 am Beginning Tap Dancers 9:30 am Storm Water Comm. Mtg. 11 am Aquacise 10 am WHOA Covenant Mtg. 10 am Painting/Coloring 10 am Line Dancing 1 pm Cards Comm. Mtg. 10:30 am Disabled Israeli Group 10 am Sheila’s Body 2 pm Patio Discussion Group 11 am Aquacise Veterans 11 am Aquacise Sculpting 4 pm Tap Dancing 7 pm Sherlock Holmes Book 1 pm Cards 11 am Chair Yoga 10:45 am Chair Yoga 4 pm Aquacise Club 1 pm Knitwits & Art/Sewing 7 pm After Hours Club 11 am Aquacise 6:30 pm 8 Ball Club 7 pm Yoga Class 1 pm Woodworking 7 pm Cards 2 pm Senior Social Club 1:30 pm GGCA Board Mtg. 4 pm Aquacise 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm Italian American S.C.C. 4 pm GW Friends Book Club Board Mtg. 6 pm Water Volleyball 6:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 6 pm Zumba 6:30 pm Billiards 7 pm GW Friends 7 pm Cards 7 pm Stained Glass Group 7 pm Line Dancing

28 29 30 2 pm WHOA Show: William 9 am Ping Pong 9 am Sculpting & Arts/Crafts Michals with A BAND! 9 am Yoga Class 10 am Line Dancing 10 am Yiddish Club Special 10 am Sheila’s Body Event Scultping 10:30 am Line Dancing 10:45 am Chair Yoga 11 am Aquacise 11 am Aquacise 1 pm Cards 11:30 am Sheila’s Chair 2 pm Patio Discussion Fitness Group 1 pm Woodworking 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm Tap Dancing 4 pm Aquacise 6 pm Water Volleyball 6:30 pm 8 Ball Club 6 pm Zumba 7 pm Cards

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