A Day in the Honor Flight

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VOLUME 55 / No. 7 Monroe Township, New Jersey July 2019 Senior/Senior sports are a big hit By Carol De Haan ple, one young person and A clear, crisp morning set one older person. The the stage for Monroe Town- games lasted from 10 a.m. ship’s sixth annual Senior/ until it was time to break for Senior Sports Event on May lunch, with Rick Siemon, co- 29. A total of 128 people took ordinator for the Township part, half of whom were Recreation Department, “seniors” like ourselves from keeping score. several nearby communities, Pickleball was played at and half of whom were the Community Center. All “seniors” who were granted a four courts were used by the day off from their studies at 16 older seniors and their 16 the Monroe Township High younger counterparts. School. Bowling was played in Four sports events were eight lanes by 16 older sen- sponsored by the Township iors and 16 younger seniors Recreation Department and at the Knob Hill Country took place at various loca- Lanes on route 33. tions across this large com- Bocce was played in the munity. four courts at Thompson Shuffleboard was played Park, again with 16 older at Rossmoor. The arrival of seniors and 16 younger sen- the 16 High School seniors iors. elicited smiles and applause “The goal of these events,” Our WW II veterans were honored at the Interfaith Service on Memorial Day. From left: from their 16 older counter- according to team player Al- Joe Schifaudo, Walter Murphy, Walter Marz, Bernie Fox, Henry Cox, Paul Sinnicke (in parts. They quickly formed len Kobezak of Mutual 12, “is back), Bob Shine (in front), and Trudy Skladany. teams made up of two peo- (Continued on page 2) Good morning, Rossmoor Veterans! By Dan McOlvin and vice on May 27. This occa- recognize and honor our own Denny O’Malley sion allowed us to pay tribute World War II veterans, pic-

Thank you for a strong to all those who have died in tured above. turnout for the Interfaith service to our country and For additional photographs Council’s Memorial Day Ser- gave us an opportunity to see page 4.

By Alex Monaco veterans are eligible to par- tion of my trip was estab- Last year, Dan McOlvin ticipate in an Honor Flight, lished and I was given a tar- announced at the Veterans with priority to WW II, Ko- get schedule for the event. group meeting that we had rean, and Vietnam veterans. On the morning of June 4, an opportunity to attend an Over 200,000 veterans have Dan McOlvin, who was par- Rick Siemon, coordinator for the Township Recreation “Honor Flight.” Honor Flight participated so far. ticipating in the trip as a Department, explains the rules to the competitors. is a non-profit organization Dan gave me an applica- guardian, picked me up at dedicated to providing Veter- tion, but I was too late for the 4:30 a.m. The guardians are ans from WW II, Korea, and October trip, so was placed volunteers who guide and aid Vietnam a free trip to Wash- in the list for the June 4 the veterans on the trip. They ington D.C. to view the vari- Honor Flight. In January I must pay for the privilege of ous armed service memori- received the first call from being a guardian. (I can’t say als dedicated to those who the Southern New Jersey enough about these volun- served in the wars and con- Honor Flight team who would teers!) flicts of the 20th century. All coordinate the trip. Confirma- (Continued on page 4)

The shuffleboard players await heir turn.

Inside this issue

Bits & Pieces ...... 2 Maintenance ...... 21 Bob’s Almanac ...... 13 Month in Pictures ...... 15 Clubs ...... 17 Musings and Memories 16 Culinary Corner ...... 16 RCAI Meetings...... 2 Governors’ Meeting ...... 2 Religion ...... 19 Health Care Center ..... 22 Sports ...... 20 Landscaping ...... 22 Transportation Tidbits ... 26 The veterans on the June 5 Honor Flight are, from left, Harry Murphy, Lex Monaco, Dan McOlvin ( a Guardian), Al McVicar, and Tony Cardello.

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Bits & Pieces Sue Ortiz

Here’s a little story I wrote quarantined bubble. But for a writing exercise a few why? years back. The prompt was I’m hoping, as the days go “Seven days ago, I … “ I will by, the odor subsides. I think The Rossmoor Community ary and March this year. Mr. Jolly informed the let the reader decide if the it is fading already. Association, Inc. (“RCAI”) board that Middlesex story is true or not. Doesn’t anyone worry if I, Board of Governors meet- Mr. Robert Gleason read County denied Rossmoor’s Seven days ago, I cooked too, was affected by the pun- ing on June 20, 2019, was and the board approved request for a guard rail with garlic. Now, nobody will gent garlic? I ate it, for Pete’s called to order at 9:00 a.m. Resolution Number 19-18, along Applegarth Road talk to me. A strong garlic sake! by Mr. Daniel Jolly, Presi- Authorization to Receive a near Mutual 8 as it would aroma has overtaken the I’ve checked the remain- dent. Competitive Bid from TLP not meet State require- welcoming flowery potpourri ing cloves of garlic on my for Phase III of the Club- ments. and candle scents of my kitchen counter…Did they Mr. Gerald McQuade, house and Meeting House home. have that overpowering Treasurer, reported that HVAC Replacement Project There were no other My dinner included the reek of old garlic? No. I there is a positive variance with oversight by ATI, the resolutions, policy changes garlic-infused tomato sauce could barely smell them. I through the period ending mechanical engineering or concerns for the board to that was served over rotini threw them out anyway, just April 30, 2019, mainly due firm RCAI hired to oversee discuss. pasta. My breath must be to be sure. That didn’t mat- to the mild January, Febru- the entire project. really bad, too, because I ter, though. The trash men won’t even talk to myself. My skipped my street this reflection in the bathroom to be welcomed by Council tion of objects suitable for week. Senior/Senior mirror doesn’t even show up. Vice President Elizabeth bowling in a child’s grave I have since checked the My ever-faithful dog packed (Continued from page 1) Schneider. The scores from that dated back thousands of sauce itself. It was way too up his bed, chew toys, and to promote positive interac- each game had been tabu- years. garlicky. Barely palatable. treats and moved out. The tions between the two gen- lated and the overall winner Shuffleboard began among How did I ever eat it? Did I postman left a note on my erations, to foster pride in our was announced as Team 15th century English pub put too much garlic in it? Had front gate saying that my community, and most of all, Five. patrons who would slide a I been distracted by some- mail delivery has been to have fun.” Participants and their large coin across a tabletop thing — a phone call, per- stopped until further notice. The various groups came guests then enjoyed lunch and gamble on the outcome. haps — and lost count of the All the pretty flowers I together at noon at the Mon- which was graciously spon- King Henry VIII also liked to cloves I was chopping? It’s planted in the spring have roe Township Recreation sored by the Gardens at gamble and play, but he pro- possible. I can’t remember uprooted themselves and are Center on Monmouth Road Monroe Rehabilitation Cen- hibited commoners from now – it’s been a week since now growing in my ter. playing the game. Deck shuf- this whole stink started. Any- neighbor’s yard. Birds have The origins of these games fleboard, popular on today’s way, I threw out the leftovers, “for rent” signs on their nests Bocce was played in an- cruise ships, is played at as well. Again, no trash and houses; they flew south cient Egypt from around Rossmoor and many other pickup, but at least it, along for the summer! My house is 5200 B.C. In today’s world, it communities. with the garlic, was out of the no longer infested with ter- is among the most widely Pickleball is the newcomer, house. mites, ants, or silverfish. La- played games, second only having begun in 1965 in When I drive anywhere, dies and gentlemen, even to soccer. Washington State. Played and I try to enter a store, Elvis has left the building. Bowling also appears to with a paddle and a whiffle lights go out and a “closed” Seven days ago, I have originated in ancient ball, it has grown in popular- sign pops up in the window. cooked with garlic. That’s Egypt. In the 1930s, a British ity across the country and I yell, “I know you’re in nothing unusual for me: I archeologist found a collec- even overseas. there!” but no one answers love the stuff. I do make my me. I need groceries — I’m own tomato sauce from running out of food. I prom- Open RCAI Meetings in July Rossmoor scratch, but sometimes I ise I won’t buy any more Thursday, July 11 open a jar of sauce and add garlic. (At least for a while!) Standing Committee Meetings 9 a.m. Phone some extra ingredients, I just had an idea. I’m go- Maintenance Committee such as green peppers, on- ing to check the can of sauce Community Affairs Committee ions, fresh oregano, and I used. Wait here; let me get Directory garlic just to give it my own it from the recycling bin out Finance Committee Please check our current flavor. That’s what I did this back … Thursday, July 18 phone directory. time – so, nothing unusual … Here we go. Let me Board of Governors Meeting 9 a.m. If you would like any there. And three or four see, now. Eureka! “Now with changes or to add your infor- All meetings are held in the Village Center Meeting Room cloves of garlic added to more garlic flavor,” the label mation, please complete the unless noted otherwise. the sauce are just about the announced. That must be it. form on page 27 of this issue Please watch Channel 26 for any changes or cancellations. right amount for that au- Between that and the garlic I and submit it to the Admini- thentic Italian flavor. Some- added — whew — garlic stration Office in the Village times I sauté chopped gar- overload! Center. lic in a bit of olive oil and (Oh … And I forget to ALL CHANGES MUST BE The Rossmoor add fresh spinach until it mention the garlic bread I SUBMITTED BY JULY 12. wilts. Add a splash of lemon also made that fateful day. News Deadline Thank you, juice … hmmm … heaven! I Ha ha!) Rossmoor Phone Book have roasted whole garlic I guess the aroma will is the 7th of every month. Committee before, and I haven’t had eventually fade, but I hope this malodorous problem. I my social standing doesn’t. am determined to find out When I hear from my friends, what I did differently this my dog comes home, the time. bugs return, and I start re- I ate alone that fateful ceiving bills in the mail, I’ll night, but some friends came know that my world is revolv- over later. Well, they came to ing again. the door, but they didn’t Garlic is good for one’s come in. As soon as I health. I know that. But now greeted them at the door, the I’ve learned that too much of garlic odor rushed out and hit a good thing is no good … News Board: considered as space permits. The Rossmoor News and Princeton them in the face like an ex- for everyone! Joe Conti, Chair Unscheduled volunteer writers should Editorial Services (PES) are not liable for plosion blast. Their hair blew B&P Carol De Haan contact Rossmoor News Chairman Joe any typographical or printing errors that wildly, and they stumbled off “You can never have Conti about any article they wish to Myra Danon may appear, including in its display or my porch. They held their enough garlic. With enough Bob Huber contribute. All copy and pictures are classified advertising, over the cost of the subject to editing and are accepted with noses as they rushed back to garlic, you can eat The New Jean Houvener space of the advertisement. this understanding. The advertisements here are, to the best of their cars without waving York Times.” – Morley Safer Anne Rotholz the publisher’s knowledge, accurate goodbye. (Canadian journalist, 1931- Linda Bozowski Letters to the Editor must be I haven’t seen or heard emailed to PES at representations of the products and 2016) Walter Gryskiewicz services offered. However, no from them since. [email protected] and clearly Editorial Assistants marked Rossmoor News. endorsements are intended or implied. There have been no in- “Doing the weekly shop- Alex Monaco Acceptance of all materials is at the coming phone calls; any ping, I stock up on stir-fry Editorial Office: discretion of the publisher. Linda Monaco outgoing call is answered kits, Amy’s meatless burgers, 2 Rossmoor Drive, The Rossmoor News a monthly Monroe Twp., NJ 08831 Email display ads to: [email protected] by a strange, nasal- and armloads of onions and periodical is mailed to every home Telephone: 732-761-8534 sounding recording telling garlic. I put onions and garlic E-mail: within the Rossmoor community. News © 2019, PRINCETON EDITORIAL SERVICES, INC. me to call back in a couple in everything.” – Carrie Un- [email protected] items are welcome. Appropriate news of weeks. It seems like I derwood (American musi- items from outside organizations will be Visit the Rossmoor website at www.rcainj.com and my house are in a cian, b. 1983)

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“Ask the G.M.” Questions posed to RCAI General Manager Jane Balmer by Rossmoor staff and residents.

Q: If there are questions on the permit and be sure to or concerns that are include measurements, di- community related, how do mensions, color, size, type of residents voice their material, etc. and a drawing comments? and/or brochure of the item. A: If the matter is related to It is also a good idea to hire your manor, carport or com- a contractor that is insured if mon area around your build- you own a condominium ing, it would probably be best Unit. If you own a coopera- to contact your Mutual direc- tive Unit, all contractors must tor during normal business meet the minimum insurance hours. Be kind and respect requirements and provide a your director’s time and Certificate of Insurance. space by not calling on the Maintenance also can pro- weekends, evenings or holi- vide a list of recommended days unless it is absolutely plant material for the three- necessary. foot beds and trees that are If the matter is related to best for our region and soil an RCAI policy or the com- type. mon facilities, please contact Once you submit the com- the appropriate department, pleted work permit, your Mu- Education and Recreation at tual’s Architectural Review 609-655-3232; Maintenance Committee will review the at 609-655-2121 or my of- material and will inform you fice, Administration, at 609- in writing of their decision. 655-1000 and we would be Some changes require Mon- happy to assist you. roe Township building per- If you feel strongly that an mits and some changes re- RCAI matter is not resolved quire a Declaration Mainte- and you would like to ex- nance Obligation form. This press your thoughts or con- will be noted on your work cerns, please attend the next permit when it is returned to RCAI Board of Governors you. meeting. The affairs of RCAI If you plan to use a con- are governed by the RCAI tractor, all debris must be Board of Governors. The removed from Rossmoor by meetings are open to all resi- the contractor. Do not use dents and is the best place to the dumpsters. This includes, have your voice heard. Typi- but is not limited to, old car- cally, the board meets on the pet and shrubs. It is the re- third Thursday each month at sponsibility of your contractor 9 a.m. in the Village Center to remove the old materials. Meeting Room. Please con- You may want to mention sult Channel 26 for up to this to your contractor when date information on the negotiating a price so there Board meeting dates, times is no misunderstanding or and locations. added, unexpected ex- The best resident is an penses to you. informed resident. Work If you are not sure if your within the system. Be in- project requires a work performed about what is hap- mit and written approval prior pening and when by con- to commencing the work, sulting the Rossmoor News please contact the Mainte- and watching Channel 26. nance Department at 609- Get involved because you 655-2121 and they will be care about Rossmoor not happy to assist you. because you have a hidden agenda. Most importantly, (Continued on page 5) there is always much debate, discussion and com- promise in a democracy and Rossmoor. It cannot be for the few, decisions and policies are made keeping in mind what is right for our community and our residents. Q: I would like to make some changes to my manor. What should I do first? A: Whether you live in a condominium or a co-operative manor, the governing documents for your Mutual clearly state that additions, alterations or improvements require written approval of your Mutual board prior to starting any project. You also need written approval of your Mu- tual board prior to changing the landscaping in your three -foot bed or planting a tree. The process begins in the Maintenance Department on Prospect Plains Road where work permits are available. It is important to be precise when describing the project

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Our many veterans attended the Memorial Service and Wreath Placement at the Inter- faith Service on Memorial Day.

The Chorus sang an anthem during the Memorial Day Service.

At 10 a.m. we were greeted by another police motorcycle escort that stayed with us the entire day. Our first stop around 11:15 was the Iwo Jima Memorial, a tribute to our Marines. We toured around the monument and then the guardians took a group photo. What a mob! We had views of Arlington Cemetery from here as well. Next, over to the Air Force Memorial which was shaped like a jet contrail. It also contained a set of bronze airmen in Honor Guard formation. We had a great view of greater Washington D.C., Ar- Denny O’Malley, left, with Tommie Croake as Pastor lington Cemetery, and the Robin prays over the wreath. Pentagon. Here we relaxed for a while and ate our Arby’s box lunch. Honor Flight All along we were greeted approximately 60 guardians. by tourists shaking our hands Breakfast was served and and thanking us for our ser- (Continued from page 1) we were serenaded by the We picked up Al McVicar, vice, having an emotional High School Acapella choir impact on us. another Rossmoor Vet who singing the National Anthem. was being honored. Off to After lunch we moved to When we left the cafeteria the the Mall location to view the Ramada Plaza to meet the student body lined the halls bus to Williamston High WW II Memorial, the Korean cheering, shaking our hands, War Memorial, and for me at School where the Honor and thanking us for our ser- Flight will start. We met two least, the Vietnam Veterans vice. It was quite a moving and Memorial. We formed up with more Rossmoor Vets, Tony humbling experience. Cardello and Harry Murphy, an Honor Guard from the As we left the school, we High School to lead us into and a number of other veter- received a salute from the ans who were going. At this the WW II Memorial, wheel- School’s Junior ROTC and a chairs first then the rest of time, we were given Honor police escort from the school Flight T-shirts to wear for the the 200+ members of our to the New Jersey Turnpike. Honor Flight. Again, we were day. Our bus Included a We headed south with the group of 10 women veterans greeted with applause and normal traffic. The buses handshakes (don’t let them from northern New Jersey. were abuzz with people get- We arrived at the High see you use the Kleenex to ting acquainted. My seat- wipe your eyes). The WW II School at 6:30 a.m. and were mate was a Navy Veteran ushered into the cafeteria to vets were photographed in who served on the same ship front of the state they repre- meet our guardians and learn for a time with his now de- our itinerary. The school was sented. ceased twin brother. It was We were free to visit all the decorated with patriotic say- also the same ship their ings and drawings by the stu- memorials in our own time, older brother had served on since they were all in close The Rossmoor dents with many a “Thank you earlier. On our bus were the for your service” poster on the proximity. Some of the Viet- women veterans. One of the nam vets had brought paper walls. Photos were taken of guardians, a former marine, News Deadline the groups as we came in and and crayons to trace a friend is now a VA employee. She or relative’s name from the later with our guardians. There was our leader on the bus. is the 7th of every month. were over 160 veterans and (Continued on page 5)

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A published historian in our midst involved in surname re- in his working life search to clarify the various and he had much of family lines, and he found By Carol De Haan ends that couldn’t be done it on his computer. himself searching written For all of his working life, during the work week. The Society realized records and tromping Ed Raser, of Mutual 9, What few people realized how priceless was through New Jersey ceme- seemed to be just like the about Ed was his secret pas- Ed’s burial ground teries to read old gravestone rest of us: up at the crack of sion: he’s been writing his- research; they of- inscriptions. dawn, long commute to the tory for all these many years. fered to publish it, Many old burying grounds office (in this case, IBM) and As a young sailor stationed using grants from the had been destroyed or were not home till dinner time, at a U.S. Naval Hospital during New Jersey Histori- badly neglected, so Ed copied weekends for the family, for World War II, Ed came across cal Commission, in inscriptions from stone mark- chores, and for odds and a patient working on his an- several bound vol- ers to preserve the data. Along cestry chart. The ensuing con- umes and then to the way, he met D. Stanton versation fascinated Ed; he manage the distribu- Hammond, a trustee of the Honor Flight knew some of his ancestors tion. Here are his Genealogical Society of New had fought in the Revolution handsome volumes, Jersey, and he joined their (Continued from page 4) and were members of the each titled “New Jer- group, Tombstone Hounds, to wall. One fellow had help DAR or Sons of the Revolu- sey Graveyard and gather further information. from another visitor who had tion. There had been a Phila- Gravestone Inscrip- By 1954, Ed was named a a ladder available. delphia sea captain some- tions Locators”: trustee of the GSNJ, in which We regathered at 4:15 to where back in time. He de- 1994: Morris County, Author Edward Raser with his book role he was actively publish- start the trek home. Again, cided to investigate. He got his 107 pages ing family and burial ground the police escort was invalu- mother’s Christmas card list 2000: Mercer material and working to up- Roser, who dates back to the able in getting us through the and wrote to the relatives for County, 109 pages date the Society’s magazine. 1700s. In the National Ar- D.C. rush hour traffic. He family information. It came in 2002: Monmouth County, In 1957, he was named as- chive, Ed found ship mani- saved us at least an hour by the bucket load. 359 pages sociate editor and continued fests from that rumored sea and a half of travel time. Ed discovered that many 2018: Middlesex County, 294 in that capacity through re- captain, Bernard Raser, who, When we got off the Turn- ancestors had lived in Mid- pages tirement in 1988. after the American Revolu- pike we were greeted with a dlesex and Monmouth Coun- In 2011, Ed put the finish- Over time he had acquired tion, for 20 years sailed up police and motorcycle escort ties during colonial times, so ing touches on his original more genealogical informa- and down the seaports of the to get us back to the school. that’s where he began. An project and published “Our tion than you could shake a Americas, carrying cargos of At the school, a crowd, in- early bump in the road was Raser Family,” a fascinating stick at and what to do with it coffee, sugar, molasses, cluding the fire department, too many people with the 374-page family record be- all? Fortunately for us, Ed rum, tobacco, rice, and was there to welcome us same surname, such as ginning with his earliest new had been a computer maven (Continued on page 8) home. Family and friends Davison or Bowne. Ed got world ancestor, Johannes from the school prepared a delicious meal for us. When we reached our ta- bles, Miss New Jersey sang the national anthem and America the Beautiful. We were entertained by the Philly Phanatic, a mummer style band, and an all female barbershop group that sang various military anthems. We were given additional mementos from the Honor Flight organization. Our par- ticular guardian and his wife presented our group with scrap books to remember our experience. We were overwhelmed by all the en- thusiastic support from the volunteers and the students. We left the school happy and tired and rolled home about 11 p.m., exhausted but charged up. I would personally like to thank Dan McOlvin and Denny O’Malley, our group leaders, for starting the Rossmoor veteran group and encouraging our members to participate in this one of many veterans’ activities. I will cherish this Honor Flight experience for the rest of my life. Ask the G.M. (Continued from page 3) Q: What are the procedures should I decide to sell my manor? A: Please contact Chris Smith, resident services manager, in the Administra- tion Office in the Village Cen- ter at 609-655-1000. She will be happy to explain the process and give you all the forms and the details ex- plaining the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. It is important to notify Chris when you intend to sell your manor. Remember to check and make sure you remove all your personal belongings that you may have stored in the carport storage areas. Unwanted pieces of furniture and other personal belongings may not be left in the dumpster or dumpster area.

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Getting to know our veterans By Chris Donahue

Each month, The Rossmoor News will feature the story of a resident who has served in the military. Submariner enjoyed also a member of silent service during his high school swim team. World War II “I always loved While growing up in Brook- the water and my lyn, N.Y., Joe Schifaudo’s birthday is in Feb- family spent summer days at ruary, so I am an Coney Island, N.Y. He was A q u a r i u s (horoscope sign),” Schifaudo said with a smile. “I was on the beach all the time. On summer vacations, I used to do volunteer lifeguarding for the kids in the pool.” Schifaudo’s love of water would be tested years later Joe Schifaudo at his Rossmoor home while serving on three United States Navy submarines, gears, then learning about called boats by their crew diesel engines. members, during World War “They give you six months II. He would spend weeks to qualify in a submarine be- surrounded by water as far fore they kick you out. To as the eye could see, or sev- qualify, you had to know the eral hundred feet beneath it. whole boat, the job of every- His military service began one. In case you got stuck in one compartment you had to know what to do,” he said. “When I was taking my course in motors, taking notes, I had a best friend who was going to Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken and taking mechanical engineering. When we got together, I showed him my notes from my crash course — in three months I had the same notes he had in one year.” The first boat he served on, R7, was stationed in Ber- muda and went on daily pa- trols for nine months with destroyers. His second boat, R16, was stationed in New London Conn., where he Joe at his Brooklyn home taught the new sailors. in 1942 “After that, I was a diesel engine mechanic. The new when he enlisted in the Navy boat had two engine rooms in 1942 at the age of 18. “I with four engines total,” he didn’t like playing in the said. mud,” Schifaudo said with a Because training to serve laugh when asked why he in a submarine was “very chose that branch. vigorous,” a lot of people Schifaudo said he was the dropped out. only one of his fellow induc- “All it takes is for one man tees in boot camp who volun- to make one mistake and the teered to serve on subma- whole crew is gone,” Schi- rines. To some, that made faudo said. One near-fatal him a hero because of the mistake occurred on the R7, courage it took, but others which was built in 1921. asked, “What are you doing? “The older boats are not as Are you crazy?” strong so you can only go Ironically, it was a decision under so far,” he said. “One that saved his life. day, we were under about “The fellows I knew in boot 150 feet and I shut down my camp were on a ship in the engine from my position, Atlantic Ocean that was sunk which was in the high- most likely by a German U- pressure air manifold. We boat and here I am still going were going down instead of to submarine school,” he leveling and they told me, said. ‘Bleed air into certain tanks.’ His training included learn- But it would not level off. It ing how to run milling ma- kept going down. They told chines and lathes to making (Continued on page 8)

USS Carbonero at sea

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Historian sional passengers. If you family photos dating back to Submariner because of the pressure. It think that genealogy is bor- the mid-1800s. It paints a just so happened that we (Continued from page 5) ing, you need only thumb charming picture. (Continued from page 6) had an old-timer on the sub wheat. From ports in Europe, through this volume and see Ed Raser has been honored me, ‘Put air pressure in this and he went back and what- he brought back luxury old, handwritten documents for his lifetime of historical re- tank. Blow water in this one.’ ever he did we started com- goods, tools and hardware, in flowery script, read search. In 2010, Monmouth “We were still going down. ing up. One of the fellows on sheet glass, stationery sup- quaintly worded wills and County honored him with their Now we were getting scared. the valves in the back, the plies, clothing, and occa- lively anecdotes, and see Clayton Award, for his excep- You had steel stanchions last compartment, had dozed tional contribution in preserv- that were starting to bend off and left the valve open so ing the history of that county. more water was In 2015, he received the Bar- coming in. When bara Carver Smith Award in they returned to recognition of his valuable re- port, the crewman search. It was delivered at the who had dozed off Monmouth County Library in was re-assigned.” Manalapan. Schifaudo, then a How many of us leave a Motor Machinist legacy that lasts beyond a Second Class, was generation or two? What Ed next assigned to Raser has done in his the USS Carbon- spare time will be a price- ero, a newly- less resource to future gen- christened boat erations of title searchers, based at Subic historians, and genealo- Bay, Philippines. gists. Who knows what fu- The Carbonero had ture leader or national hero a crew of about 85 might emerge from some men and would New Jersey family, who will patrol for 48 to 50 then be able to trace his or days, sometimes her origins, thanks to dec- 60, Schifaudo said. ades of detailed investiga- While he was tion by Ed Raser? This aboard, it sank quiet historian leaves a me- DatelineCertificates for passing the eight cargo ships ticulous legacy for all the International Date Line and passing bound for Japan ages to come. the Equator with its four-inch deck gun. As for being underwater for long stretches, Schi- faudo said it did not bother him. A crew member’s day included four hours on watch followed by eight hours off, during which they slept or played games such as cribbage and acey- deucey (backgammon). They could also watch movies in the torpedo room. When Schifaudo’s boat met others in the Navy, they would trade films. He described the food on his boat as “the best” and interactions with others as “very informal.” “Almost father-like,” he continued. “The command- ers were in their late 20s or early 30s. We were only kids, 18-, 19-, 20-year-olds.” A couple harrowing experiences Schifaudo lived to tell about involved Japanese destroyers dropping depth charges — high-explosive ordnance. The Carbonero dove to about 200 to 250 feet to avoid them. “Everything is silent,” Schifaudo said, “and if they are dropping depth charges you hear click, click and then the next thing you know – boom! You don’t have to have a direct hit. The concussion can loosen up valves, fittings, cause water to leak. “Once, it rocked the boat and knocked things off shelves. It never bothered me.” Schifaudo was discharged in January 1946 and eventually worked as a subway mo- torman in New York City for 34 years. He apparently liked working below the surface. “Always in the dark. And my eyesight is still good,” he said with a laugh. Schifaudo, 96, and his wife, Anne, a high-school sweetheart who died in 2010, were married for 65 years. They raised a son and a daughter. Schifaudo also has three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

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Touched by their sacrifices

By Diane England Each Memorial Day when ing this day as a big birthday As I write this article, we the Interfaith Council holds a party for our nation, please th just recognized the 75 anni- service at the Meeting take a look at the photo- versary of D-Day. As you House, I like to believe that graphs of members of our read this, we’re likely just all civilians are reminded Veterans Group celebrating about to celebrate Independ- anew that while we may wish the fallen on Memorial Day ence Day. And why am I writ- to express gratitude to all on May 27. After all, it was ing this article? To accom- veterans who have fought in these individuals, in conjunc- pany photographs taken at our country’s wars, the veter- tion with the Chorus, as well the Interfaith Memorial Day ans themselves likely believe as members of the Interfaith Service held on May 27. So, that our gratitude belongs to Council, that created a ser- doesn’t it seem fitting to their fallen brothers and sis- vice that so many have since somehow tie these events ters. However, by honoring described as very moving. together? these fallen, is this not a And frankly, this makes my D-Day, June 6, 1944, was good way for us to thank the heart sing. After all, as one of when the Allied Forces of veterans who live among us? the planners, I wanted it to Great Britain, the United I would think so. be this way. Because really, States, Canada, and France I suspect that as civilians, shouldn’t our heartstrings be attacked German forces on we must remember that our pulled when we think of the coast of Normandy, veterans, while in a war those who came before us France. Many men lost their zone, likely envisioned them- and made possible the lives lives that day — but this was selves as fighting as a team we enjoy today? especially true among those and a family. Hence, they Indeed, may we not only who were the first to make strove to look after one an- be forever grateful for the their way to shore at Omaha other until any one of them sacrifices of these individu- Beach. Fortunately, though, might have taken a dying als, but may we strive to for- and likely in part because breath. Many of us who have ever protect all our freedoms there was a force of over been close to war or warriors which came at such a high 150,000 soldiers involved in in more recent years realize cost to so many. the Normandy invasion, the that so many who once suc- Allies ultimately gained what cumbed to wounds on the was a most important victory. battlefield no longer do so. Indeed, this became a turn- Instead, today’s warriors may ing point for World War II in have to learn how to live with Europe. bodies and minds reshaped When our founding fathers by horrific injuries. declared independence from I cannot help but wonder if, Great Britain on July 2, 1776 on Memorial Days to come, (we celebrate July 4 instead, we might not need to change or the date on which the our services. But certainly, Continental Congress ap- this is not something we’ll be proved the final text of the facing immediately. Further- Declaration of Independ- more, I trust that the veter- ence), they probably never ans in our community might imagined a future in which themselves guide us regard- the two nations would join ing what may be the most forces against a common fitting way to honor their enemy. Furthermore, did brothers and sisters who those who died in both these may not have lost their actual wars ever suspect that these lives on the battlefield, but wars would pave the way for may certainly have lost the our country to have such a possibility of living the type of profound impact on the life they’d once imagined. sculpting of the world from Anyway, as you prepare to the time of each war until the enjoy a cookout or fireworks present? I would suspect not. on July 4, instead of just see-

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Let’s make this another great school supplies drive

By Diane England kind enough to do this in the book paper, spiral note- Many families with children past. For those of you unfa- books, and/or composition struggle to make ends meet. miliar with this drive, how- books Thus, if the rent is past due, ever, let me briefly acquaint  Notebook Storage: 1-inch or perhaps a car used to you with it. This important three-ring binders, sheet drive to work is suddenly in endeavor has once again protectors, pocket folders, need of repair, a family might been organized by the chair- and/or dividers with tabs be unable to afford even the person of the Community  Writing Instruments and basic school supplies the Church’s Benevolence com- Associated Items: blue or children need. But certainly, mittee, Jean Cooke. She and black pens, #2 pencils, no child wants to have to ask members of her team will be colored pencils, large eras- others regularly for things collecting supplies, which will ers, pencil sharpeners, such as paper and pencils. It later be delivered to the pencil cases with zippers, could be humiliating. Trenton Area Soup Kitchen crayons, colored markers Such feelings will interfere (TASK) for distribution to the (small boxes), highlighters, with the child’s ability to neediest young people in and/or dry-erase markers learn. However, you have the that city, at the following lo-  Other: Rulers (with the opportunity to keep some cations on these dates and metric system), scissors for children in the Trenton area times: children, and/or glue sticks from suffering in these ways.  Meeting House on Sunday  Classroom Supplies: How? By donating to this morning, July 28, before Boxes of tissues and/or year’s School Supplies Drive. the 11 a.m. church service antibacterial sanitizing Some of you have been  Craft Room of Clubhouse wipes on Monday, July 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Let us thank you now for  Craft Room of Clubhouse supporting this very impor- on Tuesday, July 30, from tant Rossmoor-wide event. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. By electing to expand this drive beyond the Community TASK requests specific Church (this will be the third things, plus they ask that all year of doing so), we’ve items be new and in their been able to more than dou- original packaging (should ble the value of supplies do- there have been any). The nated to TASK. Perhaps this items requested are: year we can triple that origi-  Backpacks (suitable for nal dollar value of such sup- boys or girls which are not plies? rolling or oversized) Certainly, no matter how  Thumb Drives or Flash much we ultimately collect, Drives we sincerely thank you on  Calculators (Scientific behalf of all those children T181) whose lives will have been  Paper: white lined note- helped by your generosity.

Not just another brick in the wall By Linda Bozowski struggled to maintain a bal- Contrary to the Pink Floyd ance between providing re- lyrics, many other bricks in the sources for our students while walls of Monroe Township maintaining fiscal soundness schools have helped the dis- for our residents, aka taxpay- trict expand from two elemen- ers. Approximately 55% of our tary schools, constructed in property taxes pay for support- 1936, to six elementary ing our school system. A well- schools, a middle school and a informed citizenry can help our high school, plus a well- school administration make attended, before-and-after decisions that will continue to school program. Our com- benefit our students. bined buildings service nearly According to data presented 7,000 students. This article will in a Wikipedia article, the speak about only the elemen- population of Monroe Town- tary schools in our township. ship has grown from 1,829 in The August issue of the Ross- 1900 to an estimated 45,332 moor News will continue dis- in 2017. Between 1970 and cussion of our schools and will 1980, the population grew focus on the Middle School, from 9,138 to 15,858, then to the High School, and the Fal- 22,255 in 1990. Over the next con Care Day Care Program. 27 years, we’ve more than We will also take a look at the doubled the number of resi- changing population in our dents to its current forty-five Township. thousand number. The 2010 The growth of the Township census reports that 22 percent from a farming community with of our households had children few industries, like the Fors- under the age of 18. The gate Dairy, to a full-blown slice school-age percentage now, in of suburbia, complete with 2019, is not reported in the warehousing, manufacturing, Wikipedia piece. limited farming and preserved The first schools and open space, has increased the construction projects demand for schools. The Several small school build- Township has grown from a ings existed in Monroe Town- sending district, using James- ship prior to 1936, when the burg and Hightstown High matching-pair schools, Monroe Schools and various special #1 and Monroe #2, were built. education facilities, to a receiv- Information about those early ing district servicing high small buildings can be re- schoolers from neighboring searched in publications by Jamesburg and educating our the Township Historian, John special needs students in- Katerba. His books are avail- house. able in the Monroe Public Li- How we’ve responded to the brary, and are very enlighten- spatial needs of our students ing about how our Township over the past 60 years is out- has changed over the years. lined below. Our various School # 1 was located on Boards of Education have (Continued on page 11)

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Not just another kindergarten to grade 2. to become the Falcon Care ment, audio-visual devices – made of? Is the electrical sys- The companion school to Daycare Center. The main all need to be examined for tem up to current building brick Barclay Brook is Brookside part of the current building was their utility for the new incom- codes? And then there’s the Elementary, also located on constructed in 2001 and is ing population, and decisions HVAC system – not an easy (Continued from page 10) Buckalew Avenue (Route must be made about replace- task to replace all of this infra- Country Road 522 in the east- used for 562 students in 522). That building was con- ment purchases. How we, as structure. Windows, siding, ern part of the Township. grades pre-K to grade 2. structed in 1991, and was taxpayers, cover the costs of roofs, flashing, sidewalks, School #2 was built on Apple- How changing utilization added to in 1995. The current these changes depends on stairways. The list goes on and garth Road, located in the affects costs student population is 400 pu- whether the costs are related on and on. western section. Because As we have added buildings pils in grades 3 to 5. to a bond-issue referendum or We will examine some of these schools serviced such over the years, we have borne Monroe School # 2, now if they are current operating these issues in future articles. large areas of students, busing the costs of borrowing and known as Applegarth School, expenses, subject to the In the meantime, please give was provided for virtually all K- bond issues. What we may not was the second building con- spending caps imposed by the our schools a little more 8 students attending these think about is what it costs to structed in 1936. The original Department of Education. thought. Since our school tax facilities. Each school serviced re-utilize an existing building K-8 school has seen multiple The other issue that must be accounts for about 55% of our student populations of about and make it suitable for an- additions and renovations taken into consideration is how property tax bills, we need to 200 pupils, with one class for other slice of our student (1960, 1979 and 1984), and old the facilities are that are be well informed. Attend a each grade. The average population. has been converted from an being re-fitted. For instance, is school Board meeting, feel population in each grade was For example, converting a K elementary building to a mid- there asbestos that needs to free to contact an administra- fewer than 25. to 8 building to a pre-K to dle school and then back to an be removed? What materials tor, or visit the Board of Ed As the student population grade 2 facility means that upper elementary facility. The bathrooms need to be reno- are the water and waste pipes website. increased in the 1950s, addi- 445 students being educated tions were constructed at each vated, sinks and fountains at Applegarth are in grades 4 have to be lowered, stairway of the two early buildings and and 5. New York, Chicago, or International. additional schools were con- banisters may have to be re- Oak Tree School, located placed. Smaller furnishings Choose your favorite cheesecake structed. As our population across Applegarth Road continued to grow, various may be needed to accommo- from Applegarth School, date little ones instead of pre- By Linda Bozowski idea. schools were regraded to ac- now accommodates 729 Looking for a dessert that And the toppings, which commodate different age teens. Outside playground students in grades K to 3. equipment may need to be is filling, not too sweet, but are, as noted above, op- ranges than those for which That building, the largest of substantial and smooth on tional, can also be chosen to they were originally built. At downsized to ensure that it our elementary facilities, can be safely used for younger the tongue? Pies and cakes suit the occasion or the whim other times, students were was built in 2008. Oak Tree and cookies are tempting, of the baker or guest. Fruit, shifted to different schools children. is the partner school to Ap- Looking at this topic from and puddings, fruits, and whipped cream, nuts, and other than those closest to plegarth. candies are enjoyed by various syrups can add an- their homes. Following is a the opposite perspective, con- Woodland School, located verting an elementary building many from time to time. But other dimension to the brief rundown of the construc- on Harrison Avenue near for the smooth mouth feel creaminess of what lies be- tion and renovations that have to an upper elementary or mid- Spotswood, was built in 1960. dle school requires the same and sweet or tart fruit top- neath. occurred in our district as well Additions and renovations in ping, optional, of course, We cannot leave out the as the current status of each of sort of renovations but in re- 1966 and 2001 have enabled verse. Fountains need to be you can’t beat a cheese- foundation underneath the our schools. that building to serve the cake. creamy filling. Graham As noted previously, Monroe mounted higher on the walls, needs of 352 students in labs may be needed for sci- Part of the attraction of cracker crumbs are used by School #1, now known as Bar- grades 3 to 5. Its partner cheesecakes is that they many, but any crushed clay Brook, was built in 1936 ence workshops, urinals need school is Mill Lake Elementary. to be relocated or replaced, can be baked or unbaked cookie will do, including gin- as a K-8 elementary school. The original Mill Lake Ele- and can be flavored with gersnaps, chocolate crumbs, Additions were made to the coat closet hooks may need to mentary school was built in be mounted differently or lock- any number of choices – or even finely chopped nuts. building in 1960 and in 1999, 1971 but was partially torn vanilla, almond, lemon, ma- Cheesecakes are said to and the school now services ers may have to be installed. down and partially renovated ple, coffee – you get the (Continued on page 12) 338 students from pre- The lunchroom, gym equip-

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Cheesecake Different varieties of cago version. The New ment in Windows 10) will let cheesecakes are baked York version uses heavy Flash you run Flash but only after around the world. Whipped cream or sour cream as OK’ing it as it is still built into (Continued from page 11) By Steven Gray cream is a key ingredient in Edge. You can still install have originated in Greece principal ingredients, which What is Flash? No, it is not some cakes baked in South Flash as a plug-in on Firefox and were used during reli- gives the cake a dense, the guy in a raincoat, a very Africa, and the Japanese but don’t. By the end of 2020 gious events. The English smooth, creamy consis- fast guy in a red suit, or the sometimes used matcha Flash will be gone in all ver- claim that they were the tency. Chicago-style name of a drive but rather a (green tea), lychee or sions of Windows. originators of this dessert cheesecake is a baked des- program from Adobe that is mango. In India, a type of So again, why does this centuries later than the sert that relies most heavily used for rich content, gaming, cottage cheese may be matter? A lot of older games Greeks, but the cake itself on a cream cheese filling animations, and media of all used and nuts may be need Flash in order to run. did not evolve into its mod- over a shortbread crust, kinds, and inspired many of added to the cake. Gelatin Comcast still requires Flash to ern form until the 18th cen- yielding a fluffier creamy the current web standards is used in some French be turned on to watch TV tury. At some time during product. powering HTML5. Adobe has cheesecakes and Neufcha- online (hey Comcast – get with those centuries, yeast had Some of my favorite partnered with Microsoft, tel cheese is used as well it). Still need Flash? The good been used as an essential cheesecakes have taken Google, Mozilla, Apple, and to give the cake a lighter news is that Google Chrome, ingredient, and the English me down different paths many others, to ensure that texture than traditional Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 decided to substitute eggs and have included a recipe the open web could meet and cream cheese. Italians use and 11, and Microsoft Edge instead. This substitution for Choco-flan (a combina- exceed the experiences that Ricotta cheese; the Poles will update themselves auto- changed the flavor of the tion flan and cheesecake of Flash has traditionally pro- use quark cheese and the matically. The bad news is that cake and make it more pal- Mexican origin) or a knock- vided. Flash is going away. Russians use quark and Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, atable as a dessert. off Cheesecake Factory Why? Flash is too easily cottage cheese. The list Opera and Internet Explorer 9 The debate still goes on recipe of carrot cake hacked. Anytime you see a could go on with other com- or earlier will need the user to as to whether the cheese- cheesecake, which might pop-up stating “Flash must be binations of ingredients that go to https://get.adobe.com/ cake is really a cake or a knock your socks off if you updated” DON’T! The update make each cake the signa- Flashplayer/ and install the torte. Others claim that it is are a fan of both of these almost always takes you to a ture choice of that region. patch manually. As stated a custard pie, and still oth- flavors. My favorite good, site where you can download Here in the United States above do not ever click on an ers compare it to a flan or basic cheesecake calls for not only Flash but myriad other there are two primary itera- update Flash pop-up. Flash is tart. No matter. The taste a combination of cream programs commonly listed tions of cheesecake – the currently used by about 3.5% and texture are what’s im- cheese and sour cream, so under the heading of crap and/ New York style and the Chi- of all websites. Unfortunately, portant. maybe I should call it Pitts- or infections. Google.com is one of them as burgh cheesecake since it’s Steve Jobs (Apple) encour- is CCTV.com, Payoneer.com in between New York and aged Adobe to replace Flash and onlinetrade.ru. Chicago. as far back as 2010 since it There are many others and I A good source of dairy often crashed and used exces- am just naming the ones that and calories must be taken sive amounts of battery. Today you may be using. seriously, so I hope that the it is still being criticized as a Once Flash disappears, any next time you’re enjoying a security risk. Apple does not website that relies on Flash piece of your cheesecake support Flash at all. will essentially “break” and will of choice, you ask how Android used to support no longer be useable. I sus- many units of Vitamin D it Flash but stopped as of Au- pect Google will get their act contains. Asking about the gust 2012. Both Chrome and together before the end of calories and grams of fat is Firefox disable Flash by de- 2020 and hope that Comcast not required. fault and Edge (the IE replace- does as well. It’s a grand old flag

By Bob Huber ning. The apocryphal story that dition of Vermont and Ken- We’ve reached the time of Betsy Ross created the first tucky, it quickly became appar- year when our American flag flag from a sketch provided by ent that the process was going appears to enjoy its maximum George Washington is proba- to get out of hand as more exposure. During the period bly inaccurate. More likely, a states were added. So, begin- between Memorial Day and woman by the name of Re- ning with flag number three, the Fourth of July, Old Glory becca Young created the flag the design returned to the may be seen everywhere from from a design provided by original 13 stripes, with the marking the graves of our Francis Hopkinson of New states being relegated to the fallen service men and women Jersey, a signer of the Decla- star field, known as the Union, to blanketing used car lots, ration of Independence, while the familiar design that we where there seems to be he was Chairman of the Conti- know today. some dubious relationship nental Navy Board. The first Oddly enough, none of the between displaying the flag flag was intended to be flown resolutions specified any de- and selling automobiles. by American ships as a means sign for the star field, so a Our flag always appears as of identification rather than for number of flags appeared that a symbol of patriotism and general display. were only loosely based on solidarity during times of na- Before the Civil War the flag the resolution. Some of them tional crisis. Following 9/11 the served mostly as a military were very creative. Stars and Stripes sprouted ensign or a convenient marker But on June 24, 1912, an from millions of homes across of American territory, flown executive order issued by the country. from forts, embassies and President Howard Taft put an Oddly enough, for such an ships. Otherwise it was only end to the matter by providing important national symbol, our displayed on special occa- complete official specifications flag had a very obscure begin- sions, such as the Fourth of for the flag’s shape and de- July. sign. It decreed that all stars in For such a patriotic symbol, the blue field would be organ- it’s hard to believe that our flag ized in linear fashion. So much has gone through 26 official for creativity. alterations in its lifetime. The So, in the future, as you en- only flag to have more than 13 counter Old Glory with a sa- stripes was flag alteration lute, a pledge of allegiance or number two. It had 15 stripes. in the process of buying a The stripes were originally used car, show a little extra intended to represent the indi- respect. It’s a grand old flag, vidual states, but after the ad- and it’s been through a lot.

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beautiful brass navigation A glitch in the launching Bob’s Almanac lamp, red glass on one side, process occurred when green on the other with a Gladys and Dan collectively By Bob Huber clear glass lens in the center. decided that backing the A kerosene lantern provided wagon into the water was not There’s an old saying that riots throughout the country, the trip to the Sandusky the light source. With great a good idea. The problem nothing of importance hap- but we were blissfully un- River where the craft would ceremony, grandpa placed was solved when the team pens in July, because every- aware of that problem, be- be birthed. It was quite a pa- lamp on top of the canopy was unhitched, and everybody’s on vacation. We beg cause we were concentrating rade, with people on horse- and said, “I crown thee The body pitched in to push the to differ. There have been on our own important event: back, buggies, wagons and Rex!” A cheer went up from wagon out into the river so many important events that the launching of the “Rex.” kids running alongside. the crowd as grandpa contin- the Rex could float free. She occurred in July, and we can On our family farm in Grandmother and the hired ued, “In appreciation for your was a beautiful sight, gently testify that some very influen- Green Springs, Ohio, girl stayed home to prepare companionship, you’re all bobbing on her tether. tial Americans were born this grandpa Walt and his sons the traditional family Fourth invited back to our place for Everybody got a ride in the month, including authors Na- had taken on a winter project of July picnic supper, which a picnic supper and fire- Rex that day, and thanks to a thaniel Hawthorne (1804), of building a motor boat in would be followed by the works!” A second cheer went thoughtful neighbor’s fore- Henry David Thoreau (1812), one corner of the barn. It was equally traditional family fire- up from the gathering, but a warning, grandmother was Ernest Hemingway (1899) a sturdy little craft, 18 feet in works display. neighbor, suspecting that prepared to feed the addi- and composer Stephen Fos- length with a scalloped can- When the parade reached grandmother didn’t know tional guests. ter (1826). July also wit- opy and powered by one of the river’s edge, grandpa, about grandpa’s magnani- The fireworks display on nessed the birth of aviatrix those new-fangled gasoline normally a taciturn man, felt mous invitation, dispatched the front lawn was an extra Amelia Earhart (1898) and engines. compelled to make a speech: her son on horseback back treat, and everybody agreed industrialist Henry Ford Everybody for miles “Folks,” he said, “We thank to the farm tell her that there that that was the best Fourth (1863). around knew that July 4th you for joining us on this very would be considerably more of July ever! But in our family, the most was going to be launch day, special occasion. We have guests for dinner than she Who says nothing ever significant “birth” occurred on so a considerable crowd decided to call our boat the was expecting. happens in July? July 4, 1910. On that day the gathered to watch the event. “Rex,” and as you all know, newspapers were filled with The Rex was hoisted aboard Rex refers to royalty, and stories about how African- a flat bed wagon pulled by royalty requires a crown.” American heavyweight boxer Gladys and Dan, grandpa’s And with that, grandpa Jack Johnson had defeated favorite team of horses. The reached under the seat of Jim Jefferies, sparking race whole entourage took off for the wagon and pulled out a

World day against trafficking in persons By Anne Rotholz cludes the crimes of organ 17,500 people are trafficked In 2013, the U.N. General harvesting and pornography. in the U.S. Assembly proclaimed July 30 It is a global problem with Millions of people are traf- as a day against trafficking in only a few countries exempt. ficked each year making it a persons. The day is to be An offending country can be lucrative, illegal $32 billion a observed each year on this one of origin, transit or desti- year industry. It ranked third, date. nation. behind illegal drugs and ille- The U.N. defines human It is only in recent years gal arms, but just recently trafficking as “the recruit- that law enforcement and moved into second place. ment, transportation, trans- human rights advocates U.N. Secretary-General fer, harboring or receipt of have become aware of how Antonio Guterres’ message persons by improper means extensive this largely hidden for the 2018 World Day (such as forced abduction, crime is. against Human Trafficking fraud, or coercion) for an im- There are 20 to 30 million states that “Trafficking in per- proper purpose including “slaves” in the world at the sons is a vile crime that forced labor or sexual exploi- present time. The US State feeds on inequalities, insta- HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! tation.” Trafficking is always Department reports that ap- bility and conflict. Human a grave violation of human proximately 60,000 of them traffickers profit from peo- rights. are in the U.S. It goes on to ples’ hopes and despair. Human trafficking, some- point out that 600,000 to They prey on the vulnerable times called “modern slav- 800,000 persons are traf- and rob them of their funda- ery,” is a crime that exploits ficked across international mental rights. children, women, and men in borders each year. Of that “Children and young peo- various ways that include number 80% are female and ple, migrants and refugees forced labor and sex. A more 50% are children. On a are especially susceptible. recent U.N. definition in- yearly basis 14,500 to Women and girls are tar- geted again and again. We see brutal sex exploitation including involuntary prostitu- Institutionalized tion, forced marriage and sexual slavery. We see the By Dale Ralston who designed the Princeton appalling trade in human or- Did you ever stop to think Hospital, it has very large gans… This must change… what it would be like to be in windows overlooking beauti- a place where you can never ful landscaped grounds. In- go outdoors again? I’m side, you’re in a private room thankful every day for my life with a bed and a long couch here in Rossmoor. The com- next to a very large window. munity has so many wonder- In looking out into the sur- ful activities and exercise roundings of the hospital and programs keeping our minds seeing the different people busy and bodies active. coming and going, I couldn’t No one gives a thought help but think of being con- about being institutionalized, fined each day and having even at our age, with our the only contact with the out- everyday busy lives. Nor side world to be looking out a have I, until I found myself window. sitting in a hospital room for It made me realize how a week waiting for surgery. unhappy the people in nurs- There are only so many ing homes or other institu- magazines, newspapers, tions must feel each day. games, or TV shows one can Once we pass our golden read or watch, or visitors years and now are in our passing through, during this elder years, our preference time. isn’t always an option; we I found myself sitting in a often don’t have a choice. chair looking out a very large It was sad thinking of be- window overlooking the coming institutionalized and Princeton Hospital’s grounds. the people who are in these On one of those days, I won- places. So many, when we dered what it must be like to reach that age, can’t fend for be institutionalized. (Continued on page 14) Thanks to the architect

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Happy birthday, Medicare

By Jean Houvener called by President Dwight Around half the income for On July 30, 1965, Lyndon Eisenhower in 1961. One of Medicare comes from premi- Johnson signed into law Title the proposals to come from ums paid by beneficiaries XVIII of the Social Security that conference was for the and payroll taxes of 2.9% on Act (itself signed into law 30 concept of Medicare to pro- workers, half paid by the em- years earlier, August 14, vide health care coverage for ployer, half by the employee. 1935, by Franklin Roosevelt), Social Security beneficiaries. Self-employed people pay establishing Medicare. As The proposal was debated the full 2.9% as both em- part of the same signing, Ti- and developed over the next ployer and employee, but tle XIX established Medicaid. few years until final passage can deduct half as a busi- At the signing and among the by Congress. Since then the ness expense. The rest is first recipients were former poverty rate for seniors has from interest on the trust President Harry Truman and lowered to 7.5%. funds, state transfers, and his wife First Lady Bess Tru- The original Medicare pro- U.S. General Revenue, man. As of 2018 almost 60 vided Part A coverage for which is to say the taxes paid million Americans were cov- hospitalization and Part B for by all of us. ered by Medicare, most of doctor and outpatient cover- As the generation of Baby them seniors but some eight age as well as some in- Boomers reaches the age million of them younger than hospital expenses. Many limit of 65 for enrolling in 65, as the Act was expanded individuals with Part B cover- Medicare and as healthcare to cover serious long-term age also pay for a supple- costs continue to rise faster conditions such as ALS and mental plan to cover the por- than the general rate of infla- renal failure in younger peo- tion of expenses not paid for tion, the amount of revenue ple. by Medicare. Since the origi- originally designed to carry The first president to pro- nal bill, Part C (1997), which the system will fall short and pose a health insurance is an alternative to Part B general revenue will be in- plan, in this case for all citi- with private insurance plans, creasingly required to cover zens, was Teddy Roosevelt usually an HMO or PPO with that shortfall. By 2030, the in 1912. The idea was not a network of providers, and last of the baby boomers will taken up again until Presi- Part D (2006), providing drug have reached 65, and the dent Harry Truman pursued coverage, have been added expected number of Medi- the idea with congress in to the plan. care recipients is expected to 1945. President John F. Ken- Part A accounts for the reach 80 million. While the nedy was the next president largest expense for Medicare Congressional Budget Office to seek medical insurance at just over 1% of GDP. Part and the Medicare Trustees coverage, in this case for B costs a little less than 1% regularly forecast the future seniors. of GDP. Both have held expenses and revenues for While administered by steady since 1995 as various Medicare, there are myriad CMS (Centers for Medicare efforts to hold down ex- variables, including produc- and Medicaid Services), it is penses have been made. At tivity, medical advances, and still closely linked with the only around 3% of expenses efficiencies, which can Social Security Administra- going to administration, change what those numbers tion, which determines eligi- Medicare is the most cost- are. Over its existence, the bility and collects premiums. effective medical plan in the projections for Medicare re- NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS Prior to Medicare, some 40 U.S. Part C has added an- maining solvent have ranged to 50% of seniors had no other expense of slightly from 2 to 28 years, a huge Walkers, Don’t Forget health care coverage and more than the costs of Part range, and at each point of some 30% lived in poverty. B, and Part D tops off the possible insolvency the pro- This is a reminder for residents Insurance companies either expenses bringing the total jection has moved into the to wear reflective clothing would not cover them or the to around 3.5% of GDP. future. premiums were prohibitively when out walking. expensive. A White House Conference on Aging was Institutionalized where I live, for the many friends and family I have to- (Continued from page 13) day and hope that I never themselves and need extra have to be institutionalized. care. Some are fortunate So many of us take so enough to have family or care much for granted, we come givers who come and help and go every day thinking them. They take them for only of what we need to ac- walks, or play games with complish and so each day them still living in their own comes and goes. surroundings, their own Looking out this window I homes. got a full impact of what it I’m not looking forward to would be like just sitting that time and don’t want to there alone in a chair looking think about it again. Just look- out the window and knowing ing out the window each day, I can’t ever go out again. having no one to come and It was sad, but I knew, visit or, when they do, it’s a soon I would be leaving the short stay and they’re gone hospital and going back to until whatever time they can my own home, family, and return. friends. So many of us never My stay in the hospital get that chance again. wasn’t that long and thank Thanks to my family and God I could go home to my friends who made my stay own home and do my daily more comfortable and for routine without worry. always being there for me. I know I’m thankful for God bless you all.

Handicap parking When will the security Letters guards patrol the handicap parking area at the pool? A word of thanks Now that the pool is open Just want to say thank you and the golfers are in full to my neighbors and friends swing, I see cars parked here at Rossmoor for all of there with no handicap cards your well wishes, prayers or plates. I am at the Club- and cards this past winter. I house about five days a am feeling much better and week around noontime and looking forward to seeing you later. around our community. Dennis Kalos Tom Christiano Mutual 8

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This month in pictures Photos by Joe Conti and Walter Gryskiewicz

Our veterans at the Monroe High School ball field start the Memorial Day activities. Joe Salzano and Tommie Croake are recipients of the American Eagle Award for Service. Both men were wounded in Vietnam.

Men’s Doubles Level 1: John Del Masto and Tom De Lacy From left are Dottie Haggerty, Dennis Haggerty, Dale Ralston, John Del Masto, Tommie – Bronze Medal Croake, and Debbie Mc Cauley at the Pickleball Tourney.

Shuffleboard players joined other competitors at the awards ceremony at Monroe Frank Nobile and Sal Guerriero at the Pickleball Tourney Township’s sixth annual Senior/Senior Sports Event on May 29.

Monroe High School seniors preparing for the shuffleboard competition Mary Ann Lombardi with her high school senior at play

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Musings and Memories By Betty Emmons

Ants ble and meet me in the park- to do and we started home I think we all had to deal ing lot. He, of course, wanted like two partners in crime. with ants some time or an- to know what was going on Now I don’t think there is a other. A pesky problem to but I high-tailed it out of moral to this story but I will say the least but we do learn there. I emptied my purse tell you this. I threw my purse to deal with them. Certainly, I near the car and when he away because I felt itchy never expected to be writing came out, I explained what every time I looked at it. You about them, but here is a had happened. We had a can be sure I will never ever little story that I think will good laugh because we carry cookies with me again. amuse you. really didn’t know what else End of story. During a time when my husband needed treatment for various health issues, one of them required a one-hour CULINARY CORNER treatment every day for a By Sidna Mitchell month. I always went with him and waited in a large waiting room where I would read or Make this easy World War II, seeing ac- just people watch. Well, one tion at Guadalcanal, Bou- day before he was called in, I soup for one - or gainville and Iwo Jima. In noticed some ants, pointed two fact, Joe Brown was on them out to him, and sug- The main purpose of the Iwo Jima when the US flag gested that we move, which trip was to attend a surprise was raised there in victory. we did. Then he left for his 50th anniversary party near Our next stop was in Pop- appointment and I remained Chicago for one of my cous- lar Bluff, Mo., to see my best reading. Well, it wasn’t long ins on my father’s side. Natu- friend from college, Shotsie, before I noticed ants in this rally, seeing family and and her husband, Ken. corner. Not a good thing, so I friends after a long time Again, the military entered decided to mention it to the meant “catching up” but our talks since their son, receptionist at the desk. She throughout our travels we Cory, is a Navy SEAL. Cory immediately had someone found a number of military was one of the three SEALs come to check it out. Shortly connections. Ken noted that that rescued Capt. Phillips after that the exterminator ar- two of his grandsons served from the Somali pirates. You rived and I moved again. as Army Rangers in Iraq and may have seen the movie. It didn’t take them long to Afghanistan. From Missouri we headed spray and they were gone At first much of the discus- to Mississippi to my mother’s but, guess what, I noticed sion was about Neal Brown, family homestead on land more ants where I was now our young cousin who was acquired from the Choctaw sitting and a light bulb went recently named head football Indians in the 1840s. Cousin off in my head so I checked coach at the University of Al, a lawyer and retired Army my pocketbook and sure West Virginia for $19.3 mil- Major General, was restoring enough, there was the lion over six years. Neal’s the original cabin, probably source of the problem. A parents, Tom and Peggy, built by our great-great package of cookies had went on to brag about their grandfather. cracked open and the ants lawyer daughter, Beth, who Of course, there was good were having a feast. I really is about to be an Air Force food all along the trip. My didn’t know what to do. So I JAG (Judge Advocate Gen- Chicago cousin Ray insisted hurriedly went to the treat- eral) stationed in Italy. I have the cream of broccoli ment room, told Jonas not to Then the conversation soup one night and, indeed, ask questions, but to get centered on stories of it was as delicious as he dressed as quickly as possi- Tom’s parents. His father, claimed. That inspired me to Joe, was a Marine in make the soup when I returned to New Jersey.

Cream of Culinary Broccoli Soup corner 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup broccoli flowerets 2 tablespoons chopped 2 teaspoon cornstarch onion ¾ cup whole milk 1 cup chicken broth or half and half

Sauté the onion in butter in a medium saucepan. Add chicken broth and broccoli and simmer until ten- der. Puree in a blender and then return to saucepan. Thicken the soup with cornstarch mixed with the milk or half and half. Simmer until warm and serve. This will serve two people or make a big bowl for one person. NOTE: My soup wasn’t as thick as the Chicago version but it was still tasty and so easy to make. If you want, garnish with chives or a sprinkle of curry powder. I can be reached via e-mail at [email protected].

Rossmoor will now send robocalls to advise in case of bad weather or emergencies The Rossmoor administration will send automated robocalls to residents’ telephones whenever it is necessary to advise about predicted snow storms, severe weather warnings, or other emergencies. If you are not home to answer, a message will be left in your voice mail or on your answering machine. Please be sure to check your phone or answering machine. All necessary information will be included in the message so you will not need to call the office in return.

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Clubs and Organizations

Women’s Guild 2019 scholarship luncheon

By Diane England Piper Larkin:  MTHS winter and spring The winner of our music  Biliteracy Seal in Italian track scholarship was Rachel Han-  National English Honor  Need2Read volunteer sen. These are some high- Society president  Hospital volunteer lights about her:  Unified Phys. Ed. and  Soup Kitchen volunteer  National Honor Society Track Program  Princeton University Du-  International Thespian So-  UP Partnership Bois Scholars Institute 2017 ciety  National Art Honor Society  Aspires to become a pe-  Tri-M Music Honor Society  National Honor Society diatrician  MTHS Chorus  Four Boys Ice Cream em-  Concert Choir ployee Elias Shepherd:  Tonics and Harmonettes  Majoring in behavioral neu-  Peace Ambassadors Club  MTHS Footlights Club roscience  Gay Straight Alliance Club Stage Manager  Attending Northeastern  Literary Magazine Club  Coach for Monroe Wolver- University  AVID program ines Pop Warner Cheer  Has passion for writing,  Majoring in music educa- Evangel Lawrence: poetry, and traditional art tion  Honor Roll  Majoring in psychology  Attending University of  Principal’s List with an emphasis on neuro- Delaware  National English Honor science and abnormal psy- Society chology The following students re-  MTHS Delegate at the  Attending William Patter- ceived academic scholar- Congress of Future Medical son University ships: Leaders 2017 Danielle Larkin:  National Honor Society  National Spanish Honor Society  Principal’s List  FCCLA Gold Medalist  Falcon PALS  Unified Sports  Community service at Rari- tan Bay Medical Center  Four Boys Ice Cream employee  Attending Drexel Univer- sity’s nursing program

The five young ladies who received scholarships from By Christina Smith, the Women’s Guild. Resident Services Manager Mario Lamola and Deb- orah Kieselowsky 514A Sut- Emerald Society’s spring/summer ton Way, formerly of Old Bridge, N.J. (Correction) activities Joseph Zerman, 716A Vic- toria Ct. formerly of East By Joan Avery house. The cost is $25 per Brunswick, N.J. At the May Emerald Society person. Join us to celebrate Michael and Anna Hertz, meeting, Joan Avery gave a summer at Rossmoor with 65C Amherst Lane, formerly presentation on the autobiog- music and sing-a-longs by of Linden, N.J. raphy of James S. Avery, titled Outkast Customs, and enjoy Champa Patel, 354A Old “Others Thought I Could delicious food including ham- Nassau Road, formerly of Lead.” James was the recipi- burgers, hot dogs, BBQ grilled Jersey City, N.J. ent of the Jackie Robinson Life chicken, pasta and salads. Parviz and Arnu Oshidar, Achievement Award. Drinks include soda, beer, 100B Rossmoor Drive, for- Billy Phillips was the enter- wine coolers and water. merly of Monroe Twp., N.J. tainer in June. See you at the July 24 Susan Carman and Jo- In July, a representative meeting. seph Stavish, 408-O Oxford from the Monroe Township Lane, formerly of Jersey City, Police Department will be N.J. here to discuss fraud. Dennis and Lucille In August, Mary Perry and Tomaso, 665B Yorktown Ann Rudolph will show a Lane, formerly of East Bruns- slide presentation on their wick, N.J. trip to Ireland. Myron and Kathryn Do- In October, a representa- mareckyi, 643A Old Nassau tion from the Make-a-Wish Road, formerly of Kendall Foundation will give a pres- Park, N.J. entation on their work with Christine Williams and children. Donald Perkin, 160A Pelham Everyone enjoyed the trip Lane, formerly of Levittown, that Dan Jolly arranged to the Pa. Crystal Point Yacht Club in Luis and Gladys Muniz, Point Pleasant on June 19 for 367-O Old Nassau Road, a wonderful dinner and show formerly of Monroe, N.J. starring Vincent Talarico. This Suzanne Novak, 143C is always a popular event. Providence Way, formerly of The Emerald Society picnic Staten Island, N.Y. will be held Aug. 10. The pic- Katarina Ivanko, 537A Old nic will go from 1 to 5 p.m. and Nassau Road, formerly of will be held in the Ballroom Monroe Twp., N.J. and the Patio of the Club-

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Italian American Club By Tony Cardello Conti’s granddaughter, Julia Happy Fourth of July Gargano. The officers of the club Please be advised that Music Association looks forward to another exciting schedule extend their best wishes to there will be no Bingo in July. all the members and their The next regular bingo night By Linda Bozowski man, founder and president concerts. For those patrons families for a safe holiday. will be on Friday evening, Where can you enjoy an of the Piatigorsky Foundation whose schedules may be The next regular meeting Aug. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the evening of fine music six and grandson of the great less flexible or who travel, will be held on Wednesday Ballroom. A second Bingo times a year for only $10 or cellist, Gregor Piatigorsky, single concert tickets can be July 17, at 7:30 p.m. in the night in August will be held $15 per event? The Ross- and Wan-Chi Su, noted pi- purchased at the door on the Ballroom. Entertainment for on Friday, Aug. 23 to make moor Meeting House is the anist, performed here last night of each performance the evening will be Joe up for no Bingo in July. venue for a diverse array of month. Last year, Richard for only $15. classical and other music Dowling, presented “Great One of the benefits of presented by the Rossmoor Scott!” a program devoted these performances is that July Dance Club BBQ and Dance Party Music Association. Concerts to the music of Scott Joplin the artists are graciously will- are scheduled for the early and accompanied by coming to converse after the By Judy Perkus Please send your reserva- evening, parking is free, and ments and stories about the show has been completed. Come to the Ballroom on tion check made out to the you can enjoy the company great composer and per- Most of these professionals Saturday, July 20 (the third Rossmoor Dance Club ($20 a of your friends and neighbors former of rags, marches, and often have CDs available for Saturday of the month) at 6:30 person for paid-up members; while artists present their waltzes. purchase so that patrons can p.m. for the Dance Club’s BBQ $22 a person for non- talents on a range of instru- Subscribers to the concert enjoy other pieces of their and Dance party. We will be members) to Armen DeVivo at ments from piano to strings series enjoy the advantage music. welcoming back DJ Erich who 449B Roxbury Lane by July to marimbas. of very modest pricing at $60 The Board of the Ross- made his Dance Club debut 13. For example, Evan Drach- for the entire series of six moor Music Association will earlier this year. Annual Membership is have the schedule for the In addition to BBQ foods $7.50 per person, $15 per new season available for the including chicken, hot dogs, couple. Call Armen at 655- August issue of the Ross- burgers, corn on the cob, 2175 for more information. moor News. salads, and watermelon, SAVE THE DATE: Saturday Invitations to renew sub- dessert. soda, coffee and tea Sept. 28 is the date of our 35th scriptions will be sent out in will be served. All Ross- Anniversary Dinner Dance. July, and subscription moorites, singles as well as More details to follow. passes will be sent to sub- couples, are welcome. scribers in August. If you are not a current subscriber, but ROSSMOOR DANCE CLUB are interested in purchasing July 20 Dance subscriptions for next sea- RESERVATION DEADLINE: JULY 13 son’s series, which opens in Name: ______September, please feel free to email the Rossmoor Music Phone: ______Association at rossmoor.music.association@ Address: ______gmail.com. PAID-UP Member(s): @$20 = $______Computer Club Non-member(s): @$22 = $______By Steve Gray 2019 ANNUAL DUES: $7.50 PER PERSON, $15 PER COUPLE This month our own Ste- ven Gray will discuss some Membership Dues: $______of the fascinating aspects of virtual reality. TOTAL: $______What is it? How it can be Please send check made out to used? How it is being used? the Rossmoor Dance Club to: You might even see some Armen DeVivo at 449B Roxbury Lane. 609-655-2175 short VR type movies (all G or leave in an envelope in the Dance Club folder rated, of course). If you do in the E & R Office not have any idea what VR is, you surely will after the presentation. The meeting is scheduled Players Pastimes for July 15, at 10 a.m., in the By Sue Archambault Gallery. Doors open at 9:30 This month The Players will day, July 18, and Friday, July for the three C’s: coffee, present our ever popular “This 19, at 7 p.m. Both perform- cake and conversation. and That” production. Perform- ances will take place on Thurs- ances will be presented in the Meeting House. Members of the Players will entertain the audience with a variety of mu- sical renditions that include soloists, duets, and group numbers. There will be vocal as well as instrumental performances. In addition, various come- dic skits and acts will certainly keep the audience thoroughly engaged. Beverly Masters will direct the program, and our beloved Joe Conti will serve as our em- cee. As always, the produc- tions will end with refreshments for all attendees. Tickets will be on sale Fri- day, July 12, Monday, July 15, Tuesday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 17, in the Red Room from 1 to 3 p.m. Sal’s Roma Deli and Pizzeria will also be selling tickets Friday, July 12, through Fri- day, July 19. Ticket prices are $5 in advance, and $7 at the door. Don’t miss out on this very entertaining event. There will be no monthly Players meeting in July.

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Religious Organizations

What a wonderful Bridge, Scrabble and urer and many of you may Yahtzee were all played in know Marty from the Inter- day the Ballroom on a beautiful faith Services. He always By Adrienne Brotman spring afternoon. The Silent carried the Israeli flag. He The Jewish Congregation Auction had offerings of a was also an active member held its first Game Day and Lenox vase; gift certificates in the woodworking shop. what a success! Forty-eight from various local restau- Marty was always willing to ladies and gentlemen at- rants such as Lox, Stock lend a helping hand and tended the event in the club- and Deli, Gus’s Diner, Day- always wore a smile on his house. Lunch from Sal’s Deli ton Diner, Fiddleheads, face. He will truly be was delicious along with the Sal’s Deli; Pops Farm missed. There will be an Viennese table, which had Stand; Hair Salons, a mas- Oneg, refreshments after delicacies from many differ- sage, acupuncture; Sweet Friday night Sabbath Ser- ent cookies and cakes to William and Thyme Florist; vice, on July 12 in Marty’s homemade Mandel Bread, and two plentiful baskets memory. which was a favorite of many from Rossmoor’s Pantry Sabbath Services will be of the participants. Store. Two hundred and held this month on Friday, Mahjong, Canasta, twenty-five dollars was July 12, and Friday, July 26. raised for Make-A-Wish NJ. The Torah Reader will be Democratic Club We hope to have another Bob Kolker and the Lay successful Game Day on Reader will be Jeff Albom on By Catherine Hunt the 12th. On the 26th the The Democratic club would Aug. 18. We hope to see Torah Reader will be Jeff like to thank everyone who you there. You do not want Albom and the Lay Reader participated in our first meet- you miss the fun. will be Janet Goodstein. ing of 2019, from the excel- The congregation mourns If you would like more lent New Jersey Policy Per- the passing of a wonderful information about the con- spectives panel to the mem- member, Marty Gurvitch. gregation please contact The Reverend Robin Bacon Hoffman and her husband, bers who joined in the lively Marty suddenly passed Karen Seiden, Vice Presi- Jeff, at the reception following the formal installation of discussions, and to all who away on May 22. Marty was dent of Membership. Pastor Robin as the new minister of the Rossmoor Com- participated in our annual the congregation’s treas- munity Church on Sunday, May19. elections. One thing we always ap- preciate about our membership is the variety of view- points and the willingness both to speak up and to listen. We try to plan our events so that there is plenty of time after the presentation to discuss, share, and inter- act with the speakers and with each other. We would like to offer special appreciation to our beloved officers who are step- ping down, for their TLC and years of excellent service: Susan Kostbar, president; Ar- leen Cunningham, v.p.; Delia Gaines, treasurer. Installation of new officers was held at our June 17 meeting for Catherine Hunt, president ; Mike Markel, vice president; Debbie Alonso, secretary. Our meetings will resume this fall: Monday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. We would like to see you there. There will be a Bagel Rally on Oct. 22, at 9:30 a.m., and a holliday event with silent auction on Monday, Dec. 22, to which all are welcome. Details to follow.

Keep these contaminants OUT of your recycling bin:  Plastic bags  Food and liquids  Electronics and small appliances  Textiles, bedding, rugs and carpet  Hoses, holiday lights, hangers, extension cords  Plastic bags, film, sheeting, flexible film packaging  Paper napkins, plates, cups, tissues  Polystyrene foam  Tires, auto parts, scrap metal  Concrete, wood, construction debris  Yard waste, wood  Non-recyclable plastics

Adhering to these standards can save you money by reducing Rossmoor’s trash pick-up charges.

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Community Church July calendar By Linda Klink SPORTS  July 7 Communion Service at 11 a.m. Preacher – Rev. Robin Bacon Hoffman  July 8 Deacons’ Meeting at 10 a.m.  July 9 Finance Committee at 10 a.m.  July 10 Worship Committee at 10 a.m.  July 11 Women’s Guild Board Meeting at 10 a.m.  July 14 Sunday Worship Service at 11 a.m. Preacher Rev. Robin Bacon Hoffman  July 15 Council Meeting at 10 a.m.  July 21 Sunday Worship Service at 11 a.m. Preacher Rev. Robin Bacon Hoffman Guest Organist TBA Fellowship Hour following church service  July 28 Sunday Worship Service at 11 a.m. Preacher – Rev. Robin Bacon Hoffman We are an ecumenical church where all are welcome to join and worship. All church services and meetings take place in the Meet- ing House.

Contestants at the Pickelball Tournament Spring Classic Pickleball Tournament

By John DelMasto goes to Melissa Barnard, our without whom this tourna- On Saturday, May 18, E&R program director, for ment would not be possible. Rossmoor held its annual her assistance and guidance. To the E&R Office for tak- Spring Classic Pickleball To Paulette Mascia, Dale ing care of the application Tournament. There were 70 Ralston, and Bru Mihaeli for process. participants playing in eight handling the registration To our great custodians, different brackets based on process. Pat Delacy, Yvonne Nobile, age and ranking. The follow- To Edye Tenner, Yvonne and Jim Altobello, who ing Rossmoor entrants re- Nobile, and John DelMasto helped to prepare the tennis ceived medals: for their diligent work at the courts so that we could have  Women’s Doubles Level 1: bracketing and scoring table. two more pickleball courts. Pat Delacy and Gail Pic- To John Neglia, our statis- And lastly, to our Tourna- cirillo - Gold Medal tician and all-around guru, ment Director, Frank Nobile.  Women’s Doubles Level 2: Yvonne Nobile and Sandra Smith – Bronze Medal  Men’s Doubles Level 1: John DelMasto and Tom Delacy – Bronze Medal  Mixed Doubles Level 1: Theresa Norton and Frank Trainor – Bronze Medal By Ted Servis, Rossmoor Golf great season so far despite

Email your news to: The tournament directors Professional the weather. A job well would like to thank a number of What’s going on at the done goes out to Tom Tucci [email protected] people who helped to make this Golf Course? Golf season and his staff; the course is tournament a success. is in full swing at Rossmoor in great shape. First of all, our gratitude Golf Club and it’s been a The ladies’ golf clinic will be held on July 24 from 9 to 10 a.m. Please call the Pro Shop to sign up. The Pro Shop is fully stocked with merchandise for all your golfing needs. So please stop in and take a look. If there is anything you’re looking for that we don’t have in stock, we will be happy to order it for you. The Pro Shop hours of operation are as follows: Monday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; all hours are subject to the weather. If there is anything we can help you with or any questions we can answer, please give us a call at 609-655-3182. Thank you. I wish everyone a healthy and happy 2019 golf season. Remember: The Golf Course is currently offering a referral incentive of $200 in Pro Shop credit for bringing in new members.

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National Croquet Day – June 8 9-Hole Golf By Mary Shine By John N. Craven sponsor a firework display at This long-standing series Wishing everyone a very The United States Croquet the court next to the Club- had its 2019 contest on June happy and healthy Independ- Association announced that house, but could not acquire 20, with the “Rossmoor ence Day. July will start with June 8, 2019, was National the permits required in time Rough Riders,” on the road a Step-Away scramble on July 2. Croquet Day, the purpose to commemorate the day. at Meadow Lakes, edging its Update on previous tournament winners – May 14 – Low being to help create aware- Perhaps next year the club opponents in five games to Gross – Flight A Grace Hammesfahr and Flight B Cat Misner. ness about the sport in the will be able to celebrate Na- take the day. Post-game fes- After a couple of rainouts, on June 4 – Pink Ball tournament U.S. Local chapters of the tional Croquet Day in a suit- tivities included a group (played with a yellow ball for some unknown reason), first organization were encour- able fashion. luncheon, hosted by Meadow place team – Susan Morris, Tori Meiselbach and Cat Misner aged to create unique events One of the highlights of Lakes, featuring homemade and second place team Paula Richardson, Maureen Danehy every croquet season is the in their locale to promote the desserts. Both clubs look and Joan Gabriello. Congrats to all. annual match between Ross- sport. The Rossmoor Cro- forward to this match each On July 30 we will hold our annual Member/Guest tourna- moor and Meadow Lakes. quet Club had planned to season and share bragging ment followed by lunch in the Cedar Room of the Clubhouse. rights till the next season’s Be sure to sign up in the Pro Shop for this fun day. match. Please be sure to check Ted’s column, “Golf Course High- Ladies’ 18-Hole golf league Saturday, July 6, is the lights,” for dates of the future monthly clinics. These clinics annual club Kooky Kroquet are very helpful and are run at no cost. Class size is limited, and BBQ. The club members tournaments so sign up at the Pro Shop early. will play several rounds of Details of membership to the golf club can be obtained Kooky Golf Kroquet, with a By Arlene McBride Watch Channel 26 or the by contacting Ted or Ray at the golf Pro-Shop. For more series of Wicked Wickets. May 7, three-way Nassau Rossmoor News for the information on joining the 9-hole Women’s Golf Associa- tournament was held. First When the last ball has been dates and times. tion, please contact membership chair, Mary Shine, 609- place on the front 9: Maria whacked through the last May 21, Shamble tourna- 655-4518, [email protected] or president, Joyce Hogan. First place on the Wacky Wicket, a BBQ will be ment was held. First place Cassidy, 609-619-3618, [email protected]. back 9: Jo Schwegel. First held in the Hawthorn Room team: Denise Romano, Joan All tee times begin on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. Please arrive at place on the whole round of Semen, Nancy Nita, and and on the Patio for the 18 holes: Carol Faraci. membership. Last year’s win- the Pro Shop at 8 a.m. Carol Faraci. Second place Enjoy the summer and happy golfing. May 14 was a rainout for team: Terre Martin, Joan ner, Carl Kruse, will be back the Scramble tournament Lundy, Pat Crowley, and Sue to defend his title of Kookiest scheduled, but the meeting/ Petersen. Kroqueter, luncheon was held. Many May 29, Odd/Even holes The Club welcomes all issues were discussed and tournament was held but residents. Anyone seeking a resolved. President Lanie couldn’t be completed be- form of light exercise, the Kartagener, asked the assis- cause of … you know what. enjoyment of the outdoors, tant pro Ray to explain the June 4, Criers tournament an opportunity to mingle with new NGSA rules that were was held. First place, Joan friends and neighbors and to changed for 2019. Ray gave Semen; second place (MOC) learn a simple yet challeng- a very in-depth explanation Joan Lundy. ing game on a professional and was very receptive to The results of our first ma- level playing court, can con- our concerns and questions. jor tournament, Member/ tact Betty Anne Clayton. Afterwards, we had lovely Member, will be revealed in Look for us on the Croquet desserts. next month’s issue. Court any Friday afternoon. The Pro Shop gives free Happy Fourth of July and Come join us. You’ll like it! golf clinics periodically which happy summer! are helpful for us retirees.

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By Dave Salter of the toilet. To check, wipe Summer Reminders off the condensation with a Please make sure all your towel and then wait a few windows are shut properly; minutes to see if you can blinds and drapes should then observe any water be closed. In the summer from a leak. If so, give us a time your attic fan might run call. If it is just condensa- constantly due to the heat. tion, there’s nothing to do Air conditioning thermostats but wipe it off or mop it up should be set on auto and occasionally. cool. Also, set your thermo- AC Service stat to a temperature that is The Maintenance Depart- comfortable for you. If the ment has two technicians temperature is 100 degrees servicing air conditioners. If outside, your house might you have not had your air only cool down to 80 de- conditioner serviced yet, grees; that is why you please give us a call. should keep your air condi- Resident work request tioning set at a constant forms temperature instead of turn- This is a reminder that all ing it up and down. homeowners are required Reminder: if you turn your to fill out a resident work/ air conditioning on, late in request permit form when the afternoon it can take doing alterations in and several hours to cool down. around your home. In a Co- JCP&L op this form is called an If you should experience Alteration request. Also, a a power outage please call tree permit is required if JCP&L directly at the fol- you are planting a tree. lowing phone number 1-800 These forms can be ob- -714-7297 or 1-800-714- tained at the Maintenance 4624. With individuals call- Office. ing in, it gives them a better Community idea how wide spread the Cleanup outage is. The Township of Monroe Toilet Condensation will come into our commu- At this time of year, we nity and pick up all bulk get a lot of calls about wa- items. All items should be ter on the bathroom floor. placed at the designated Most of the time this is just areas on July 19 and July condensation from the hot 20 to be picked up on July summer air on the cold tank 22.

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Adult Scoliosis scoliosis include back pain ments will help ease the pain By Kaytie Olshefski, RN that is worse on standing, but and improve your mobility. Scoliosis is not just a child- is relieved with rest. There Here are some things one hood disorder. may be a low back pain and/ can do. Always try to use Adult scoliosis, also re- or stiffness in the mid to correct posture by keeping ferred to as degenerative lower back area. Pins and proper spinal alignment. Use scoliosis, occurs from the needles and tingling sensation correct body mechanics wear and tear on the spinal may travel from the buttocks when lifting objects or bend- joints. As we age, the wear into either one or both legs. ing. Lose weight if you are and tear on the spine slowly There may be a numbness overweight as this may help progresses to where the cur- and/or weakness in either one reduce symptoms. If you are vature of the spine leans or both legs. There may be diagnosed with osteoporosis more to one side. Adult sco- shooting pain going down the monitor your bone density liosis can affect people over legs. People with degenerative and stay on the recom- the age of 50. Studies have scoliosis may tend to “lean” to mended treatment for your shown 60% of people over one side. For others, the rib osteoporosis. Stop smoking age of 60 have a mild form of cage and or shoulders are if you smoke to help prevent degenerative scoliosis. more prominent on one side of back and neck symptoms. Some of the diseases re- the body. If the pain progressively lated to degenerative spinal Degenerative scoliosis is worsens and there is no re- changes are arthritis, osteo- diagnosed by a medical his- lief from the other treat- porosis, vertebral compres- tory and physical exam taken ments, surgery may be an sion fractures, degenerative by your physician. Your doc- option. When speaking with disc disease, spinal stenosis, tor will assess for spinal ir- a surgeon, have a clear un- and/or a complication follow- regularities and asymmetry. derstanding of the risks and ing spinal surgery. There are Are your shoulders and hips benefits of the surgery being cases, where the scoliosis is equal and are the length of contemplated. called idiopathic. Meaning your legs the same? Ra- Please note we will not be there is no apparent reason diologic X-rays may be or- having a health lecture on July for the development of this dered to help further make a 8. Saint Peter’s health lecture disorder. Idiopathic scoliosis diagnosis. If these X-rays for Aug 12 will be with Dr. Ber- may have been untreated or show a sideways curvature trand Parcells, an orthopedic unrecognized in a child/ of the spine measuring at surgeon from Seaview Ortho- teenager with symptoms now least 10 degrees or more, pedics, speaking on “Arthritis appearing in adulthood. Adult the diagnosis of scoliosis is and Joint Preservation.” scoliosis is more common in made. A plain film X-ray will I want to thank everyone women than men. show the degree of spinal for coming out to the Health The normal spine has curvature and alignment of Fair. It was wonderful to see three natural curves; one in the spine. An MRI (Magnetic you and I hope you were one the neck area, one in the Resonance Image) will show of the many winners of the middle of the spine, and the information on the spinal gift baskets being raffled off. lower curvature in the lumbar discs, spinal cord, and spinal There was a lot of useful in- area that is a slight “C” nerves. Myelo-CT Scan formation and I hope you shape. Pain and discomfort (Computed Tomography took advantage of the appear when that “C” curves Scan with myelogram) will screenings being offered. I to one side of the body. highlight more information on want to thank all the volun- Symptoms come on gradu- the spinal cord. teers who helped us at the ally, but it is not the curvature The primary focus of treat- Health Fair. Thank you. of the spine causing the ment is on pain management symptoms. The main source and relieving symptoms. Mild of pain is generally caused pain may be treated with over A Message from by spinal joint inflammation the counter or prescription High Tech or nerve impingement NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti- caused by the degeneration inflammatory medications). Landscapes, Inc. of the spine. Not everyone Your doctor may also order  All summer flowers have will experience symptoms other analgesics, and/or other been planted. and some people will only modalities of pain medication.  So far, we have still been have mild complaints. He/she may order steroids able to mow the entire On the other end of the including epidural injections community weekly even spectrum, some people may and/or facet injections into the with the bad weather be severely disabled from painful joint causing the pain. recently. the adult scoliosis. They are Physical therapy will be or-  Please call the East Gate not able to stand up straight dered to strengthen the ab- phone and leave a and it is very difficult for them dominal muscles and to message with any to walk even short distances. strengthen and stabilize the questions or concerns. Generally, discomfort is spine. Exercises will (609) 655-5134. worse in the morning and the strengthen your back, leg and  The third round of pain tends to subside as the stomach muscles. Exercises fertilization will be a liquid day gets going, but returns will include stretching and in- application of nutsedge as the day goes on. creasing the flexibility of your control, using herbicide Symptoms of degenerative spine and legs. These treat- that produces fast, visible results and controls difficult weeds such as nutsedge, Recycle information from season long and aids in reducing future Waste Management generations of weeds. This

 No caps on glass bottles/containers in the recycle bin. will take place late July/  No lids on plastic bottles. August.  Only #1, #2, and #5 plastic is acceptable in the recycle  Pruning the smaller shrubs bin. has been completed in  Plastics numbered #3, #4, and #7, etc. must go in the Mutual 4C, 8, 7, 6, 9, 10 household trash bin. and 11. We will continue to work our way through the  Other plastic items as well as plastic bags, plastic wrap, community. shipping film, and Styrofoam go in the household trash bin. Please, no plastic bags in the recycling bin. You can  Please remember to put WARNING use a plastic bag to dump your recyclables, but take the any debris at the curb on Attention, Runners, Bike Riders and plastic bag away with you. (Recycle it at the supermar- Sunday night for us to pick ket.) up Monday morning. Pedestrians  Shredded paper cannot be recycled by Waste  Just a reminder, the newly installed soil and seed Be sure to wear reflective gear when Management with their current equipment so put it in the household trash bin. needs to be watered at out in the community least twice a day for 25  Aerosol cans must be empty and punctured before being minutes in the a.m. and at night. put into the recycle bin. p.m.

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YourYour GardenGarden

By Mel Moss plants also for circulation. If were aware of spores being Downy Mildew the plants need watering, do in the soil here in the U.S., Downy mildew is a disease it in the morning and, if pos- because they had found that affects a wide variety of sible, use a soaker hose to them way back in the 1940s plants. It is classified as a avoid getting moisture on the but they were always dor- fungus disease although leaves. Keep the ground mant. some pathologists say it is clear of all debris and re- Downy mildew caused a more closely related to algae move any badly infected huge hole in the bedding than fungi. It is a completely plants. There is a copper plant industry because impa- different disease than pow- spray for plants that can be tiens was, by far, the most dery mildew. used, but will probably not popular selling plant. The Downy mildew will show as help if these preventive disease did not affect other white or yellow blotches on measures are not done. varieties of impatiens, but the upper side of a leaf. On The disease will disappear these varieties were too ex- the underside there will be once the hot summer pensive to grow in the white to grayish-like growth. weather arrives. Most larger cheaper annual packs and These growths can be seen plants (trees, shrubs, and were grown in larger individ- best right after a rainy spell vines) will survive any downy ual pots. or a heavy dew. It will then mildew attacks that might Shortly after this problem disappear a little later. As occur in the spring. Then, with impatiens, some varie- time progresses the leaves with the cooler fall tempera- ties of both coleus and salvia may turn brown and fall off. tures, they might show more developed the disease. And Downy mildew occurs in leaf discoloration before fal- the variety of basil grown by cool, moist weather condi- ling off as they normally do. most farmers here in New tions, usually in early spring This cycle can go on for Jersey also developed the or mid to late fall. Spore pro- years as long as the disease disease. Most farmers duction is favored with tem- spores are in the surrounding stopped growing basil. peratures over 65 degrees ground or debris in that area. Help is on the way and with high humidity. Impatiens Things are starting to look These spores can spread by Smaller plants, such as better now. Thanks to our breezes, insects, flowing wa- annual bedding plants, diligent plant breeders, a ter, and even garden tools. started having problems with new disease-free variety of These spores will also over- the disease around the year impatiens seeds has come to winter in the soil and in any 2000 with impatiens that was market this year developed plant debris around the area. grown in South Africa. A year by Syngenta Flowers and It can be a difficult disease later, the same problem was called Imara XDR. Next year, to prevent but by giving your in the United Kingdom and, a 2020, Pan America Seed plants an area with good air few years later, here in the Company will have a variety, circulation, you can beat the United States. It started in “Beason,” which is also dis- odds. If these plants are the southeastern states and ease resistant. Rutgers plant trees or shrubs, trim out spread to our area by 2012. breeders have released enough branches to allow Nobody seems to know why three new downy mildew- good air circulation. Leave these spores suddenly be- resistant varieties of sweet enough space between came active. Pathologists basil.

We can’t help you if we can’t find you

By Mike Dailey there should be directions each unit should be near In about 30 seconds, a fire that can lead responders to the front entrance. in your home almost doubles the correct address the first  In some settings, mail- in size until it reaches Flash- time. boxes are across the street over. During a medical emer-  Trim back shrubbery and from the formal residence. gency, time is critical; it is tree limbs that can block There should be something paramount for someone to the view of the numerical that identifies the location receive definitive medical address of the residence. of the residence in this care as soon as possible This will help spot the cor- case. when lives are on the line. rect address the first time. These are just a few tips to What would happen if you  Numbers for residences help emergency responders had an emergency in your should be illuminated at limit the amount of time for home? Would emergency night. response. Providing as much responders be able to iden-  Residences with multiple visibility as possible ensures tify your home? units need to be identified the proper help arrives in the Consider the street view of as such; clarification for shortest period of time. your home. How easily can your address be identified? Can it be identified at night, Monroe League of Women Voters points in inclement weather, from a to vote411.org for election facts short distance away as responders are arriving on- By G. Moore their home address are able scene? As Election Day draws to create for themselves a Here are some points of nearer, are you feeling over- personal voting guide, which consideration to help re- whelmed by a constant bar- can include: sponders identify the correct rage of information about  Verification of their regis- address: candidates for public office tration status;  If the mailbox is close to and about ballot initiatives?  Registration deadlines; the street, be sure the ad- Conversely, are you at the  Confirmation of their dress numbers are visible other end of the spectrum or polling place and hours; on both sides of the mail- concerned that you don’t  Rules regarding ID box; responders can be have enough information to requirements; coming from either direc- make a good decision in the  A preview of their personal tion. voting booth? Whatever your ballot; position, we encourage all  The numbers that are af-  Information about ballot voters to utilize Vote411.org fixed to the residence questions; for comprehensive, non- should be big enough to be  A calendar of upcoming partisan and unbiased elec- visible from the street. debates and forums; tion information.  Houses that are set back  Links to other state and from the street and are set Vote411.org is an election information site sponsored national voting resources. inside clusters of houses Annually, since 2006, thou- need to be identified street by the League of Women Voters Education Fund. Vot- sands of League volunteers side. In some cases, walk- have contacted candidates ways are in place to ma- ers who log on to neuver around houses; www.Vote411.org and enter (Continued on page 24)

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Monroe Township Cultural LWV From the Mayor (Continued from page 23) From the Mayor Arts Commission presents for office at state and local By Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of levels of government to ob- Music in the Park tain their responses to ques- Monroe Township tions posed by the League. Free Concerts bad weather or if the group is Those statements are avail- Summer 2019 not setting up in the gazebo Mayor expresses appreciation to Monroe able on Vote411 to enable Thursday Nights at 6 p.m. by 5:15 pm, the concert will residents at a time of sorrow you to compare candidates The Open Grove Gazebo be held at the Senior Center and to identify the candidate on the Lake at 12 Halsey Reed Road, By Mayor Gerald Tamburro can ever attempt to count. who most closely matches Thompson Park, Monroe Monroe Twp. I have had the privilege of We continue to receive flow- your beliefs. Township NJ 08831 Signs will be posted in the knowing my wife, Carole, ers, food, phone calls and Use Vote411 to prepare for Bring your own chairs and park on the road leading to since I was in seventh grade. such overwhelming support the important decisions you blankets. Refreshments the gazebo indicating the When we fell in love and from Monroe residents. It is will be making when you step available. change in location. were married at age 23, our truly beautiful; I feel like the into the voting booth. Spread July 11 - Mariachi with There is limited seating of sole possession was a Hi-Fi luckiest man in the world to the word. Tell your friends sounds of Mexico 300 people at the Senior phonograph. From there, we have known my wife for so and family about July 18 – Strictly 60s Band Center, so make sure to ar- somehow built an incredible many years, and to now live Vote411.org. with Beatles, Rolling Stones, rive early to be sure of a life together, ultimately living in such a warm, caring com- The League of Women Vot- Doors, Motown, and more seat. in a seven-bedroom home in munity. ers of Monroe Township is a July 25 – Tanglewood with You can call 732-521- East Brunswick with six It is no surprise that Mon- nonpartisan political member- Classic Rock & Pop Music 4400, ext. 134, for a weather beautiful children. roe loved Carole. She had an ship organization whose goal on acoustic guitars update or access http:// Carole has given me more ever-present smile. When we is to empower citizens to Weather information for www.monroetownshipcultural than I could ever imagine would attend a senior social shape better communities. park concerts: In the event of arts.com/ over our 60 years of mar- program, with 250-300 peo- Visit our website, lwvmonro- riage. We lost her on May ple, she would walk from ta- etwpnj.org, to learn more 28, at the age of 83. ble to table to say “hello.” about us. We invite you to at- While I begin learning to live She knew so many people tend our general meeting on Email your news to: without my best friend, I am on a personal level, and I am Monday, July 15, at 1 p.m. in amazed by the comfort I am comforted that many resi- the Monroe Municipal Court- [email protected] receiving from the people of dents benefitted from her room. Monroe; some who have been friendship. close to me for decades, oth- My wife was a tremendous ers whom I only recognize by cook and baker, who enjoyed their supportive faces. playing mahjong and ca- I know that many people in nasta. And she was proud to our senior communities have be president of the Green- felt a similar loss, as a loved brier Whittingham Bocce one has passed. I am now Club, which – she reminded drawing from their support, me often – won the champi- their guidance and the onship in 2013. She was also knowledge that tomorrow will an active member of the be a brighter day. Senior Social Club at Green- What has helped me over briar and Past-Treasurer of this difficult time are the the Italian American Club. many residents who have Carole also loved our ex- phoned me, sent cards and tended family beyond words. joined me at Carole’s wake Christmas would bring to- and funeral liturgy. gether a family with more For four hours of visitation than 50 people. It was a time on June 2 at the M. David that Carole loved most, sur- DeMarco Funeral Home, rounded by nine grandchil- there were an estimated 800 dren and so many nieces people who paid their re- and nephews. We now even spects to my family and me. I have three great- stood for four hours, receiv- grandchildren, a blessing ing hugs and kisses from so beyond words to see. many caring people who I’m now back at work in the wanted to know more about mayor’s office. Although I am Carole and the wonderful life grieving – and continue to we enjoyed together. The adjust – there is much work same was true on June 3, to do. I continue to welcome when hundreds more at- your expressions of sympa- tended the funeral at Nativity thy and believe that my ser- of Our Lord Roman Catholic vice to Monroe will help in Church. the healing process. I continue to receive moun- Thank you, from the bot- tains of sympathy cards in tom of my heart, for allowing my mailbox, way more than I me to do so.

Mayor Tamburro appoints Michael J. Biennas as Monroe Chief of Police

Mayor Gerald W. Tam- formance and strong com- burro announced on June 10 mand decisions,” said Mayor the appointment of Captain Gerald W. Tamburro. “I am Michael J. Biennas to the confident that the Monroe position of Chief of Police of Township Police Department the Monroe Township Police and our community as a Department effective July 1. whole are in good hands with Captain Biennas will replace Chief Biennas at the helm.” outgoing Chief Michael Biennas was sworn in as a Lloyd, who will retire effective patrolman on Dec. 30, 1987 June 30. and is a graduate of the Sea “Michael Biennas has duti- Girt State Police Training fully served Monroe Town- 188th municipal class. He ship in roles of increasing was promoted to sergeant in responsibility since joining July 1999 and lieutenant in the Monroe Township Police Dec. 2014, before his promo- Department as a patrolman tion to captain in July 2017. in 1987. He has proven him- “I am honored to accept self throughout his 32 years this appointment and I will on our police force and has strive to build upon the suc- been promoted through the cess of the dedicated indi- ranks based on solid per- (Continued on page 25)

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day, July 16, both at 1:30 dynamic 9 piece band. From p.m., Thomas Elefant cele- Queen to Bruno Mars, enjoy Senior Center Highlights brates the rich American Mu- this high energy band! sical Culture, from the sym- Ease Heart Disease: On phonic to the hills of Tennes- Monday, July 22, at 10:30 Monroe Twp. Office of Senior Services & Senior Center see during this two-part lec- a.m., Dr. Dinesh K. Singal, 12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 ture. When registering, you Cardiologist, discusses com- 609-448-7140 will be automatically enrolled mon forms of heart disease in both program dates, (coronary artery disease, Registration News tors who brought us the light unless indicated otherwise. heart attack, and atrial fibril- Registering with the Of- bulb, M&Ms, Band Aids, the Write Your Story: On lation) and addresses factors fice / Senior Center is free electric guitar, bubble wrap, Tuesday, July 16, at 10:30 to reduce as well as prevent and available to Monroe and other inventions that we a.m., discover how you can them. Township residents, 55 years take for granted. Provided by get your story written and Release Your Energy: On of age and older. Around The Chelsea. published. Join Steve Ka- Tuesday, July 23, at 10:30 the 15th of the previous Between the Covers: On hofer, author, as he shares a.m., Makiko Fliss, PhD, intro- month and members are Tuesday, July 9, at 10:30 how he took his experience duces you to energy healing required to pre-register for a.m., book lovers unite with and turned it into Monopoly technology and how it reads ALL monthly activities. Barbara Hughes, Monroe Games - an action/romance fluctuations in your personal Please be sure to call the Township Library, to discuss thriller. A few simple tips will energy, due to stress and vital- office at least 24 hours in and share their favorite help you get started. ity levels. With the help of advance should you need reads, once a month in the Coming to America: On modern science, the healing transportation to and from Center. Tuesday, July 16, at 11:30 effects of Reiki are demysti- the Senior Center. For mem- Patriotic Stories: On a.m., Walter Choroszewski, fied. It allows a Reiki Master to bers unable to attend a regis- Tuesday, July 9, at 2 a.m., lecturer and photographer, focus on areas that need dis- tered program, please sure join the Garden State Story- presents the history of immi- tressing to promote mind-body to cancel. tellers as they share patriotic gration to America from the balance. stories to celebrate our great first Colonial wave to the The deadline for Magic by Marco: On Fri- Science Today: On Tues- country. second mid-1800s wave of The Rossmoor day, July 5, at 2 p.m., day, July 23, at 1:30 p.m., TED Talk: On Wednes- there’s nothing up Marco’s frontier expansion, with a join Vivian as she explores a News day, July 10, at 10:30 a.m., culmination of the third Great sleeve except amazing topical subject in science that join Ellie and Caryl as they Wave that passed through is the 7th of “street magic” and entertain- is selected by the group. present, “You Have No Idea Ellis Island. ment. Marvel at his slight of Please be sure to register in every month. Where Camels Really Come hand and try to figure out, Birding Basics: On advance. From” with Latif Nasser. “how does he do that?” Wednesday, July 17, at Hey, Abbott!: On 10:30 a.m., join Kathy Tapping to Relax: On Wednesday, July 10, at 2 Easton, of Walks & Talks Monday, July 8, at 10:30 p.m., we welcome Robert About NJ Birds, for a lively, a.m., join Andrea Lewis, Ac- Attanasia, life-long fan of interactive discussion about credited, Certified EFT Prac- Abbott and Costello and birdwatching. Birding is a titioner, to discover the bene- president of the monthly form of wildlife observation fits of tapping. EFT “Who’s on First” newsletter as a recreational activity or (Emotional Freedom Tech- and fan club, for a fun show citizen science. Discover nique) or Tapping, is a com- on the dynamic comedy duo, the joys of birding and what bination of acupressure and with the help of his friend, is needed to get started. talk therapy. Tapping is a Howie Meshel. Get ready to fast and effective way to em- Worldly Book Tour: On enjoy classic Abbott and power oneself and heal Thursday, July 18, at 10:30 Costello tidbits and classic a.m., join Monica, from the negative emotions and routines. library, to discuss the book, stress. Find out if tapping is Bees to Tomatoes: On for you. My Brilliant Friend, (Italy) Thursday, July 11, at 1:30 by Elena Ferrante. State of Inventions: On p.m., Jim DelGiudice returns Move Big: On Thursday, Monday, July 8, at 1:30 to examine the many differ- July 18, at 10:30 a.m., dis- p.m., join Linda Barth, NJ ent symbols of New Jersey. cover how the Lee Author, for a look at what Did you know that four of Silverman Voice Treatment makes New Jersey such a New Jersey’s state symbols (LSVT) BIG program helps fertile ground for the inven- are actually dinosaurs? Hear individuals, suffering from fun facts about animals, min- Parkinson’s and other pro- Chief of Police erals, and vegetables that gressive neurological dis- our state calls its own, from eases, improve their walk- (Continued from page 24) the bees that pollinate our ing and daily tasks. Join viduals who have come be- crops to the tomatoes that Vaani Pillai, DPT, with fore me as we protect and once comprised more than Princeton Medical Center, serve the people of our com- half of all Campbell’s prod- to learn how LSVT pro- munity,” said Biennas. “As a ucts. grams can help your quality Monroe resident and an ac- Get Crafty Coasters: On of life. tive member of the commu- Friday, July 12, at 10 a.m., Trivia Meets Tunes: On nity, I am committed to main- join Andrea for a creative Thursday, July 18, at 2 taining a safe and secure and fun project as you de- p.m., join our friends from environment for all of our sign and decorate your own Parker at Monroe as you test Township residents.” pair of tile coaster with alco- your knowledge of resources The Monroe Township Po- hol inks. All supplies pro- available to you AND your lice Department is composed vided. Space limited. Be sure ability to recognize songs in of 61 sworn officers. The De- to wear old clothes or bring the fewest notes possible. partment includes a detective an apron. Jeopardy meets Name That bureau, a juvenile/youth ser- Coffee: Friend or Foe: Tune with special categories. vices bureau, a domestic On Monday, July 15, at Light snacks, too. violence unit, a traffic safety 10:30 a.m., find out if your 1950’s Guitar Jam: On bureau and has an officer cup of joe is your friend or Friday, July 19, at 11 a.m., assigned to senior citizen foe with Saswati Chakaborty, join Rich, from the Guitar crime prevention. from Monroe Village. The Den, as he plays hit songs “Monroe Township places benefits and/or hazards of from the 1950’s and shares the safety of all of our resi- drinking coffee are as individ- trivia about each tune. Lim- dents, businesses and visi- ual as how you enjoy it. One ited percussion instruments tors as a top priority and we size does not fit all when it will be available to those who credit the Monroe Township comes to this issue. Let’s want to jam along. Police Department for our Robinson Artshop: On Hand Massage: On Fri- rankings as the third safest Monday, July 15, at 10:30 day, July 19, by appoint- city in New Jersey and for a.m., join J. Robinson Art for ment, from 1:30 to 3:30 the lowest crime rate in Mid- a creative and fun morning. p.m., pamper yourself with a dlesex County,” said Mayor All supplies are provided as free, 10-minute hand mas- Tamburro. “We are ex- you paint your own seascape sage provided by Touch of tremely grateful to Chief masterpiece. Discover how a Health Therapeutic Mas- Lloyd for his years of service “complicated” piece is broken sage. Limited appointments and we will continue the de- down into manageable steps available. partment’s professionalism to design an exciting finished New Power Soul: On Fri- and success under the lead- product. Space limited. day, July 19, at 7 p.m., get ership of our incoming police Thomas Presents: On ready to dance in the aisles chief.” Monday, July 15 and Tues- to the sweet sounds of this

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ROSSMOOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Calendar of Events for Monroe Township 2019 POOL SEASON Public Library All events are open to the public. RULES, REGULATIONS, & POOL HOURS To register online: www.monroetwplibrary.org The Rossmoor Community Pool will open Friday, May 24, and close on Labor Day, Monday, September 2. The Great Courses: with the quest for oil in The Pool will be open daily, in June and July, American Military History Ghana by Dallas-based Kos- between the hours of 9:30 am – 8:30 pm Tuesdays, July 2 and 9 at mos. Official selection of the The pool will be open daily, in August and September, 1 p.m. General Wesley K. Tribeca Film Festival. Run- between the hours of 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Clark (Ret.), former NATO time: 90 minutes. Registra- Supreme Allied Commander tion is not required. 1. Access to the pool and 12.There is a 30-minute time GUESTS OF THE Europe, presents more than any of the facilities in the limit when using swim- ROSSMOOR POOL GEN X 1989 two centuries of America’s Sunday, July 7 at 1 p.m. fenced area around the ming lanes and the lanes 1. Residents must register wars in this DVD lecture se- We shine a spotlight on the pool are permitted only are to be shared. their guests at the pool ries. biggest events of 1989, our when a lifeguard is in at- 13.Only water in non- and do not have to remain July 2: Chattanooga to anniversary year, during this breakable containers is tendance. with guests over the age Appomattox 1863-65 & The series of programs. 2. Upon entering the pool permitted in the pool area. of twenty-one. Residents Spanish-American War of On March 24, 1989, the area, all residents must 14.Pool furniture is available assume full responsibility 1898 Exxon Valdez ran aground, register and present their on a first-come basis. Per- for their guests. July 9: American Expedi- spilling nearly 11 million gal- Rossmoor photo ID. sonal furniture is not per- 2. Pool passes are required tionary Forces 1917-18 & lons of crude oil into Alaska’s Rossmoor photo IDs are mitted in the pool area. for all guests during hours John J. Pershing, The Prince William Sound. Guest nontransferable and ex- 15.Pool toys—inflatable, of operation on Fridays, Doughboys and France speaker Richard Brief, pire annually. plastic, foam, or any Saturdays, and Sundays. Each session consists of Exxon’s Director of Industrial 3. Residents are required to other material—and Only residents may pur- two 30-minute DVD, followed Hygiene (ret.), presents what by a brief discussion. Regis- register their personally swimming devices such chase pool passes in the happened and measures tration is not required. invited guests and present as, but not limited to, E & R office. The pool taken to mitigate the spilled Book Café their Rossmoor photo ID. swimmees, inner tubes, pass fee on Fridays, Sat- oil. Light refreshments will Wednesday, July 3. Ses- Guests are required to fins, etc., are NOT per- follow. Registration is not urdays, and Sundays is sion 1 at 11 a.m. Session 2 abide by all established mitted in the pool, except required. $5.00 per guest over the at 1 p.m. Discuss books that for Aqua Aerobic Open Sewing rules and regulations. age of fifteen and $2.00 you have read. Light refresh- classes. Only US Coast Monday, July 8 at 3 p.m. 4. As per New Jersey State per child between the ments will be served. Space Bathing Code: persons Guard-approved life jack- ages of four and fifteen. Thursday, July 11 at 6 p.m. is limited. Register at the Learn about sewing ma- showing evidence of com- ets may be used in the 3. There is a maximum of Welcome Desk. chines with this hands-on municable infection, sore pool as flotation devices, four guests, including chil- Socrates Café session for adults, ages 18 or inflamed eyes, cold, and paddles may only be dren, per Manor per day, Wednesday, July 3 at 7 nasal or ear discharges, used for lap swimming. and over. You will learn how except for Memorial Day p.m. Socrates Café are gath- to wind a bobbin, thread a or excessive sunburn will Rossmoor residents may th Weekend, July 4 and erings around the world needle and practice stitching. not be permitted in the use “Noodles” in the shal- Labor Day Weekend where people from different Register at the Reference pool area. Persons with low end of the swimming when there is a limit of backgrounds get together Desk, by phone or online at open sores, blisters, cuts, pool (as exercise/therapy two guests, including chil- and exchange thoughtful www.monroetwplibrary.org tools but NOT as flotation and/or bandages will not dren, per Manor. ideas and experiences while beginning Tuesday, June 4 be permitted in the pool. devices) except during 4. Children between the embracing the central theme at 9:30 a.m. 5. Persons recovering from special events. ages of four and fifteen of Socratizing; the idea that Dealing with Dizziness & diarrhea or symptoms of 16.Card and board games will be permitted to use we learn more when we ask Vertigo questions along with others. gastrointestinal disease are permitted at the pool the pool and surrounding Tuesday, July 9 at 11 a.m. Join us and pose questions, are encouraged to wait after 4:00 p.m. facilities between the A number of things cause listen to others, raise chal- seven days before using 17.Management reserves the hours of 11:00 a.m.—2:00 dizziness, limiting your ability lenges and consider other the pool. right to close the pool at p.m. daily and must be to function. Kelly A. Gray, 6. Showers are required any time. alternatives. Monroe resident PT, RN, DPT, CLT, Rehab accompanied by a resi- Noreen Gumnic moderates. prior to entering the pool. 18.Lifeguards are obligated dent at all times. Children Manager, Outpatient Rehab 7. Non-slip footwear is rec- to close the pool in the Register at the Welcome and Physical Therapist at between the ages of four Desk. ommended on the pool event of potentially dan- Penn Medicine Princeton and fifteen must exit the Sit-N-Stitch deck and locker room gerous weather. Medical Center presents the pool at 2:00 p.m. and exit Fridays, July 5 and 19 at area. 19.Lifeguards and Pool Staff anatomy and physiology of the pool area no later than 10:30 a.m. Stitch a project; are required to enforce all the inner ear, common 8. No animals, except for 2:30 p.m. assist others, share tips, pro- Rules and Regulations. causes of dizziness and ver- service animals, shall be 5. Children under the age of jects and patterns. Bring your 20.Persons suspected of tigo, loss of balance and ves- allowed within the pool four are NOT permitted in own supplies. Registration is being under the influence tibular rehabilitation. This area. the pool or any of the fa- not required. of drugs and alcohol shall program is Co-Sponsored by 9. Food and snacks are not cilities in the fenced area Poets Corner be prohibited from enter- Penn Medicine Community permitted in the pool area. around the pool. Friday, July 5 at 11 a.m. A The Clubhouse and Pro ing the pool area. Wellness. Register at the 6. Children between the workshop and reading group Welcome Desk. Shop Terraces have ta- 21.Smoking of any kind, in- ages of four and fifteen for all ages. Please bring 12 Short Story Discussion bles and chairs for resi- cluding e-cigarettes, is should be encouraged to copies of your work. Regis- Group dents to use for dining. NOT permitted in the pool use the restrooms before tration is not required. Wednesday, July 10 at 11 10.Radios or other music area. Music Circle entering the water and a.m. Guest speaker Kristina media are not permitted in 22.No sitting on the pool en- Friday, July 5 from 3 to 5 any “accidents” in the wa- Sternesky will discuss her the pool area, except trance steps or ladders. p.m. Musicians of any level ter should be immediately short story “Thirty-One De- those equipped to play 23.Neither diving, running, are welcome to play popular reported to the lifeguard. grees” at this session. Cop- through earphones. continual jumping nor songs of various decades in 7. Children under seventeen ies are available at the Wel- 11.Beach towels should be “horseplay” is permitted. a campfire-style setting. years of age are NOT per- come Desk. We will resume used to cover and protect 24.Violators of the Rules Songs will be done in simple mitted in the Hot Tub. short stories from Best pool chairs and lounges may lose their pool privi- 3-4 chord arrangements and American Short Stories and when sun tan oil/lotions leges. lyrics will be shown on the O. Henry Prize Stories in are being used. projector for everyone to fol- August. Register at the Wel- LANE low along. Registration is not come Desk. SWIMMING required. Tech Express TRANSPORTATION TIDBITS POV Documentary Film Wednesday, July 10 at 2 SCHEDULE Summer Series p.m. Drop-in with your elec- Important phone numbers: Saturdays, July 6 and 27 tronic device to get personal- Lane swimming is at 1 p.m. July 6: Set in East- Rossmoor Bus ...... 609-655-4401 available on a daily basis, ized help from a Librarian. ern Ukraine on the frontline Bring your charged and reg- Hours 10:00 -11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday. of the war, this film follows The schedule will be istered device and necessary Monroe Township Transportation ...... 609-443-0511 the life of 10-year-old Ukrain- passwords. Registration is posted on the pool ian boy Oleg throughout the not required. First come, first bulletin board. Middlesex County course of a year. 1h 31min. served. Note: Lanes will be removed Area Transportation (MCAT) ...... 1-800-221-3520 July 27: The story of Nadia What’s Your Story: 15 minutes prior to the start Murad, a 23-year-old Yazidi Leaving a Legacy St. Peter’s University Hospital of the Aqua Aerobics who survived genocide and Wednesday, July 10 at On Time Transportation ...... 1-800-858-8463 classes. sexual slavery committed by 6:30 p.m. This is a special The Rules and Regulations ISIS. 1h 30min. Registration All schedules are available outside the E&R office Genealogy Club event. are subject to change from is not required. Steve Besserman presents (near the copy machine) or via the Web at rcainj.com and time to time due to E & R POV Documentary Film his documentary film following the links Facilities, Clubhouse and Activities, Special Events. Sunday, July 7 at 10:30 “Bunnie.” 101-year old Bun- a.m. The world of interna- Revised by Board of Governors nie shares her inspirational and Bus Info. tional oil deals are on display February 28, 2019 (Continued on page 27)

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cian Jackson Maine, who Library discovers—and falls in love Classified Advertising (Continued from page 26) with—struggling artist Ally. life story. There will be a dis- She has just about given up cussion about preserving on her dream to make it big PET SITTERS (MONROE) – CARING ELDER CARE – We your life story and family his- as a singer until Jack coaxes for a day, a week, or up to a will help you with personal Transportation tory after the 23-minute her into the spotlight. As month. Our home or yours. care, household tasks and th Ally’s career takes off, the LIMO GUY, INC. – Our 17 outdoor errands. Free consul- documentary. Registration is True animal lovers. Barb (732) personal side of their rela- year. We go to all airports. 735-4243. tation. Reasonable rates. not required. tionship is breaking down, as Late model Lincoln Towncars. Elizabeth (646) 413-0813. International Film Jack fights an ongoing battle Holds four passengers in total COMPUTER REPAIR - RJF sponsored by The Friends comfort and style. SUV’s now Sales Company LLC. Is your COMPANION/DRIVER – of the Library with his own internal de- available with approximately computer running slow? It may Compassionate, experienced Thursdays, July 11, 18 and mons. Drama/Music/ $40 additional charge. $75 to need a tune-up. Desktop and Rossmoorite happy to assist. 25 at 2 p.m. July 11: (2014) Romance, Rated R, 135 Min- Newark, $155 Philadelphia, laptop repair in your home. Judy (609) 655-1026. German Drama/History, utes. Movies are free. Regis- $175 JFK airports. We go al- Custom built computers. Virus Rated R, 2hrs 4min. A story tration is not required. most anywhere 24/7. Call removal and protection. Mon- AT ANGEL TOUCH HOME that exposes the conspiracy International Book Club (732) 452-9222. roe resident with over 20 years CARE we provide excellent of prominent German institu- Tuesday, July 16 at 10:30

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