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Hershey’s Mill Community TV HMCTV Guide and Digest From The Main Gate 7 A fully self-supported nonprofit organization. Volume XX Number 2 – February 2019 20 Hershey’s Drive, West Chester, PA 19380 Editor Louise O’Brien HM Residents Update 7 Tel 610-436-5922 • Fax 610-436-6429 Associate Editors Gail Habbersett and Guide and Digest E-mail: [email protected] Sharon Kope HMCTV Programming 8 Business E-mail: [email protected] Featured Writers Joe Kennedy and Technology Tips 11 HMCTV Board of Directors Don Trauger Donald J. Trauger (President), Carl Fletcher (Vice President), Gail Habbersett (Secretary) , Julie Blank, Advertising/Marketing Director Jack Keeley Getting To Know You 13 Jack Keeley, Tom McGinn, and Louise O’Brien Marketing Finance Julie Blank and Volunteer Coordinator Lee Gamma Tom McGinn Pet Of The Month 15
Please share with your Hershey’s Mill magazine! Puzzle 18 All submissions welcomed; with rights retained by the owner. Send to [email protected], Local History 21 Attention Editor. Hardcopy submissions are not accepted. Articles should be limited to 500 words (although others may be considered), and photographs should be high-resolution. HMCTV determines suitability and has sole discretion to publish any submission. Submissions are due by the 23rd (37 - 40 days in advance of Dining Out 24 each edition) for possible inclusion (those received after will be reviewed for the next); contact the Editor for exceptions. Articles are subject to editing for space, clarity, and grammar. Information and opinions are HM Bus Trips 26 those of the author, and may not reflect those of Hershey’s Mill Community TV, its officers, or directors. Classifieds 29
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Home Care for Seniors HM Library 33 Personal care Community News 34 Hospice assistance Meal preparation Club News 38 Medication reminders Pool News 43 Laundry HM Sports Group 44 Light housekeeping Companionship Puzzle Solution 53
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Marc Fraser | Director of Security slippery walkways can be treated with- out having to first use those walkways THE BEST-CASE SCENARIO Please be VERY aware of “black ice”. to access the Ice Melt or Salt in your This almost-transparent form of ice garage. FOR YOUR WORST-CASE can be very treacherous for walkers Also, for the safety of other drivers and and drivers as it accumulates on out- pedestrians, please remember to clean SCENARIO. door surfaces such as roadways and sidewalks and is extremely difficult to detect. Dur- Mid-Winter ing this time of year, the Security Department responds to a high number of emergencies that are the result of a person slipping and Warning falling on black ice. Storing Ice Melt or all snow and ice from your Salt in the house is an excellent idea as vehicle before driving.
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February 1-14 Programs February 15-28 (7 p.m. show February 14 Programs Good Foot Concert in the Park will not be shown) These great musicians have fun playing together, 22 Park Avenue Orchestra Concert and their fun is contagious. If you like Dance 10:00 4:00 7:00 12:00 am pm pm am Our August Entertainment in the Park concert, Music, R&B, Motown, Oldies, Rock, 80’s, 90’s, 22 Park Avenue, is a high energy, 17 member 10:00 4:00 7:00 12:00 and some current hits, you will enjoy this music band that plays music from the 1930s through am pm pm am from the July concert. 1990s. The concert features old favorites, such as In the Mood and That Old Black Magic. February 14, 8:30 p.m. to February 21, noon Wellington and Hershey’s Mill Facilities Use All About Steve (PG 13) Movies Sandra Bullock and Bradley Cooper with Kathy Myers 10:30 4:30 7:30 12:30 An off-the-wall comedy about a blind date gone hilariously Discussion with Doug Buttner, Wellington Exec- wrong. [Run time 1h 39m] utive Director, about facilities shared between am pm pm am Hershey’s Mill and Wellington, such as swim- Noon February 21, 8:30 p.m. to February 28, noon ming pools, tennis courts, and fitness center. & Lord of the Dance (PG) 8:30 pm For Programs and Movies, please go to Channel 1970 (Bulletin Board infor- Michael Flatley, and Bernadette Flynn mation will appear only if neither offering is currently airing); for continuous Since its premiere, Lord of the Dance has been captivating Bulletin Board information, go to Channel 1971. To view Programs online, go audiences and critics all over the globe. [Run time 1h 33m] to www.hersheysmill.org and navigate from TV & Digest to HMCTV to Original Programming. Follow the instructions there. ow N n February 1 to February 7, noon Ope Death Becomes Her (PG 13) Movies Meryl Streep, Bruce Willis and Goldie Hawn When a woman learns of an immortality treatment, she sees it as a way to outdo her long-time rival. [Run time 1h 43m] February 7, 8:30 p.m. to February 14, noon Noon 10% DISCOUNT ON ENTREES FOR HERSHEY MILL & The Elephant Man (PG) 10% DISCOUNT ON ENTREES FOR HERSHEY’S MILL RESIDENTS 8:30 pm John Hurt and Anthony Hopkins A true story about a man, in Victorian England, who was dis- figured by an incurable disease and works as a sideshow freak. There he meets a surgeon who helps him. [Run time 2h 4m]
Following the Noon 12:45 am – 10:00 am 10:45 am – Noon movie until 4:00 pm Bulletin Following the 8:30 pm Board 4:45 pm – 7:00 pm 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm movie until Midnight Come enjoy our homemade pastas,pizzas, HMCTV reserves the right to make program substitutions, and dates/times are and signature Italian dishes subject to change. Opinions of hosts, guests, or advertisers shall not be con- 235 LancasterAve • FrazerPA • 610.240.9566 •www.toninospizzaandpasta.com strued as an endorsement by HMCTV. ©2019 HMCTV Page • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page TECHNOLOGY TIPS
Don Trauger | Kennett Click the white icon in the lower left corner of the screen then click the You may have heard the term, but what “gear” icon (second icon above the is it? It’s a specialized form of malware white icon). This will open the Settings that takes control of your computer window. Next, click “Update & Secu- and encrypts (locks) your personal rity” and click “Windows Security” on files. Unlocking those files requires you the left. At the top, click “Open Win- to pay the hackers in Bitcoin which is dows Defender Security Center”. Click Ransomware “Virus & threat protection”. Scroll to the bottom and look for “Ransomware protection” and “No action needed”. If you see it, you are set. If you don’t see it click the little up arrow to the right of “Windows Defender Antivirus options” and turn on “Periodic scanning”. “Ransomware pro- tection” should now appear 1 item above. The preceding information is a digital form of based on using another anti-virus currency also known as cryp- such as Bitdefender Free (my choice) tocurrency. After you pay them, often or Avast. Other anti-virus programs thousands of dollars of Bitcoins, they may have similar results. If using Win- may give you the key (password) to dows Defender as your only anti-virus unlock the files. To say the least it’s a program the procedure is slightly dif- bad situation. ferent. Click “Ransomware protection” Ransomware has been around for a and turn on “Controlled folder access”. long time. This has given anti-virus The combination of another antivirus companies time to improve their detec- program and enabling “Periodic scan- tion of Ransomware. For home users ning” is the best protection against detection is comprised of the usual ransomware. anti-virus methods plus a vaccination Be sure to attend our PC Club meetings applied to your personal Documents, on the third Tuesday of each month at Pictures, and Music folders. Differ- 7 p.m. in the Community Center “A” ent anti-virus companies may alter the room. (Construction may change the approach of how this is accomplished. location). We will cover this topic, They embed the protection deep into update you on the Microsoft Updates the Windows operating system but we issues and answer questions you may can easily check to see if it’s working have. properly. Page 10 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOU
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO Louise O’Brien | Springton for Clark Material Handling Co. He TM received the highest sales award, “The LOVE. LIFE. HERE. Our friend and devoted volunteer to Inner Circle”. His success as a sales- HM Community TV, Bill Armstrong man earned him many trips, which he INDEPENDENT LIVING X PERSONAL CARE X MEMORY CARE passed away peacefully at Welling- enjoyed, since he loved to travel, espe- ton on December 18. Bill served the cially cruises. He also looked forward HM Community TV faithfully for to traveling with his Marine buddies many years, answering the phones on to their Marine reunions. One of his Mondays and taking an active part in favorite trips – all by train – took him the production of the yearly Resident to Oregon to visit his sister. He boarded PUB GAME ROOM ’50s DINER Directory. A Premier Senior Living Rental Community Bill, born in Philadelphia, had two sisters, Elizabeth Russell W. “Bill” just minutes from Downtown West Chester and Dorothy. His mother was a school teacher ENDLESS OPTIONS FOR RECREATION AND SOCIALIZING Armstrong Jr. ON OUR COMMUNITY “MAIN STREET” FEATURING: Bill pictured in the Sunday XRestaurant XPost Office Bulletin Magazine back in 1930 -2018 X X ’50s Diner General Store his Willow Grove days. the train in Malvern XMovie Theater XAviation Observation Room and went to Oregon XArts & Crafts Studio overlooking Brandywine Airport and stressed educa- tion. Bill attended and back by train. XPub XRooftop Deck Friends Central High Bill was married to X X Game Room Full calendar of exciting School and then his wife, Joan Mel- XFitness Center activities & fun events Lafayette College. oney Armstrong, for XSalon XAnd so much more! While at Layette 47 years and they College, Bill joined had two children, Jef- LEARN MORE BY CALLING 484.401.9800 the Navy, received frey and Joan. Sadly, OR VISITING OUR WELCOME CENTER TODAY his wings and was Jeffrey died of ALS commissioned a but his death encour- second Lieutenant, aged Bill to become USMCR. He joined a volunteer for the the Marine Air Reserve Greater Philadelphia and spent 29 years at the Naval Air Sta- Chapter of ALS and Paoli Hospital. He NO LARGE tion Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove combined his love of golf with raising ENTRANCE FEES! as Commanding Officer of VMF-511, money for ALS research by hosting a flying the Vought F-8 Crusader; a sin- golf tournament each year. Bill was gle-engine, supersonic, carrier-based active in the Lions Club, Little League, air superiority jet fighter. Colonel Arm- Willow Grove Historical Aircraft Asso- strong retired with over 33 years of ser- ciation and St. Peter’s Church in the vice. During this time, Bill graduated Great Valley. from the Wharton School, University There are so many organizations, www.arboursquareseniorliving.com of Pennsylvania. friends, neighbors and the staff at HM 484.401.9800 Following his active military career and Community TV, especially Petra Lar- 1201 Ward Avenue | West Chester, PA 19380 during his Reserve service, Bill was the son who will really miss this warm, Eastern Regional Marketing Manager engaging gentleman. Page 12 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 13 PET OF THE MONTH
Eileen Rackover | Franklin Not even a kitchen drawer could be With Dr. Rowan Michael, open if it was closed previously. I like A Highly Unusual Interview – Sami to think I was just very observant, let- Expert Care is Close at Hand wants to tell his life story, from his ting them know something was wrong Elkins Park roots to with the room. Teddy just looked over his shoulder as he strutted through the kitchen making me realize I was being Rowan Michael, MD a bit over the top (as he would say). Ted General Orthopaedics and Fracture Care; also taught me to like water. Although Hand and Upper Extremity Disorders; he would never step foot in a muddy Arthroscopic Surgery of the stream, he made an exception – but Shoulder and Elbow just once so I could know my origins as a water dog. He strutted up to the water, sniffed, stepped in
Premier Orthopaedics is pleased to announce that Hand/ Upper Extremity Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery Specialist Rowan Michael, MD has joined the practice. (Above) We know who lives here! Dr. Rowan Michael earned his medical degree from Rutgers – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he was elected to the AOA Honor Medical Society and Gold (At right) Boys at the Humanism Honor Society. He then went on to complete his postgraduate residency beach with Eileen. training in orthopaedic surgery at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New (Below) Sami enjoying Hampshire. After residency, Dr. Michael completed a fellowship in Hand and Upper the beach. Extremity Surgery from The University of Florida. Dr. Michael specializes in treatment of the full spectrum of hand and upper extremity his years at Hershey’s conditions. He has published several journal articles and book chapters on the latest Mill with Eileen & advances in upper extremity surgery. He strongly believes in providing individualized Michael Rackover. care to best suit the needs of each patient. And so he began: “I taught them every- Call (610) 692-6280 today to schedule an thing they know about appointment at any of our offices! peaceful co-existence between people and poodle. Well, this West Chester West Grove Kennett Square Standard, anyway. When I first came 915 Old Fern Hill Road 455 Woodview Road 400 McFarlan Road to their home, I was 14 weeks old and Building A, Suite 1 Suite 205 Suite 100 West Chester, PA 19380 West Grove, PA 19390 Kennett Square, PA 19348 very sad and scared to be apart from my littermates. But, to my surprise, Mon - Fri, 8:00-4:30 Mon - Fri, 8:00-4:30 Mon - Fri, 8:00-4:30 there was another furry in the house! In walked Teddy, Scottish debonair personified. My inhibitions melted as RAISING THE BAR this 7-year-old terrier assured me that feeling the IN ORTHOPAEDIC CARE these people are kind, and as Dog #1, he cool, and looked over his shoulder premierortho.com would teach me all there was to know inviting me to try. Since that day, noth- about life in the big house. ing could stop me from sloshing around “Back in puppyhood, if I entered a in muddy water.” room, it had to look exactly as before. Continued on page 17 Page 14 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 15 PET OF THE MONTH (continued)
Sami stops jabbering long enough for At home, no toy playing for him. He Eileen and Michael to share their expe- likes her toys better. rience with this very sweet apricot You may have seen either Eileen or poodle. Michael trying to move Sami along They agreed that Ted was the fam- as they head home up Chandler. At ily ambassador when they moved to some point, he will plant his feet and Franklin Village 9 years ago and he pre- not move --- or move so slowly it’s like pared Sami to carry on in his friendly watching slow-motion action. Neigh- footsteps. Although initially very shy bors enjoy watching these antics but with people, Sami overcame his reti- Eileen and Michael, not so much. cence and loves to be out and about This may sound that Sami is difficult to visiting neighbors. Sami never meets live with but truly Eileen and Michael a dog he doesn’t like; even those not love this pooch and all his idiosyncra- usually friendly are greeted by him and sies. He keeps life interesting and the play begins. Sami is especially happy conversation going with his gentle yips outside. Nothing is better than being for treats, his louder “grummpf” for with the furries – especially his look- walks, and his wide-eyed smiley face alike girlfriend, Ginger, who lives in when he’s just having a happy thought. Princeton. They visit for playdates and So, now we know that Sami did “teach Sami proves his quirkiness once again them everything they know” about this as he joyously plays with Ginger’s toys. Standard anyway.
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We love a good word search puzzle, and February is a wonderful time to celebrate love. So, our puzzle is full of words of love, people and places loved, and symbols of love. They go across, down, and diagonal (up and down). To get you started, and to make sure you’ve already found love, we’ve circled it already – along with two loves that are a delight! We make sure to tell those in our life how important they are not just at Valentine’s Day but every day – we hope you say and hear the same often! Love Adoration Precious Embraceable Sentimental Captivating Cupid Fondness Angel Desire Turn On Devotee Friends Tenderness Cuddly Sweetheart Sincerity Enamored Dearest Feelings Darling Hug Expression Fervent Spouse Hershey’s Mill Winsome Be Mine Crush Delight Children Esteem Grandkids Candy Cherish Faithful Passion Admiration Endearing Moonstruck Family Yearning Father Beloved Admirer Flowers Treasure Ardent Affection Lover Romance Eagles Girlfriend Lovesick Amorousness Sweetie Marriage Neighbors Kiss Caring Infatuation Honey Valentine Courtship Adulation Swoon Devotion Boyfriend Mother Heart Aphrodite Rapture HersheyMillAd2018_Hershey Mill Ad 2018 9/10/18 9:33 AM Page 1
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Joe Kennedy | Princeton Before graduation, he wrote Dover Beach for voice and string quartet, an He is considered by music historians as overture for The School for Scan- one of the most impor- tant composers of 20th century modern classi- cal music. His work “is eminently melodic, lis- tenable, lyrical and rich.” And he is a two time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for music. His name is Barber – Samuel Barber. Born in West Chester, PA on March 9, 1910 into a
dal, and Music for a Scene of Shelley, the last two of which established his reputation. His work became popular in Experience the Difference Europe as well as in the United cultural and prosperous family, his States where he was ranked as a leading musical talent became apparent at an composer. A Symphony in One Move- early age. He composed his first music ment (1936) was the first piece by an at age seven and decided on a musi- American performed at the Salzburg cal career at age eight. At age ten he Music Festival in Austria. attempted his first opera and became During the pre-World War II era, his an organist by the time he was twelve. String Quartet (1936), the second During the period 1924 to 1934, he movement called Adagio for Strings, studied voice, piano and composition became his most popular lyrical work. at the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia. Continued on page 23 Riddle Village has stood the test of time. 25 years of caring for thousands of individuals who have called Riddle Village home or the place they love to work. 25 years of giving back to the surrounding community. 25 years of fi scal responsibility, resident satisfaction and stabilized occupancy. 25 years of doing what we do best ... Lifecare. That is why we can say without hesitation:
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While serving in the army he wrote his His 1963 Piano Concerto #1 was his Second Symphony commissioned by second Pulitzer Prize making Barber and dedicated to the Army Air Force. It the first composer to win the prize was premiered in 1944. twice. Barber’s post-war compositions A notable work was the opera Antony included Piano Sonata and Cleopatra (1964) (1948) and Vanessa that was commis- (1958). The later work sioned by the Metro- won his first Pulitzer politan Opera for the Prize for music and opening of the new the text for this work home at the Lincoln was written by his old Center for the Per- friend, the librettist, forming Arts in New Gian Carlo Menotti. It York City. is considered the most Barber died on Janu- significant Ameri- ary 23, 1981 and is can opera of the 20th buried in Oaklands century. In 1960 he Cemetery in West again teamed up with Chester. He never Menotti for the opera forgot where he was A Hand of Bridge. from.
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Gail Habbersett | Eaton Once inside, we were immediately we felt comfortable holding a private at dinner we received a complimen- impressed by the casual yet chic atmo- conversation. The bathrooms, by the tary basket of two made-from-scratch My husband and I finally decided to sphere. We observed couples and way, are spa inspired. croissants drizzled with sweetness. We satisfy our curiosity about this new families, many in jeans, as our hostess devoured them with restaurant only 21 minutes from Her- seated us in a small booth amidst other our meal and saved shey’s Mill. I admit that we were moti- larger booths, some tables for four as just enough room for their carrot cake. Its presentation was lack luster, but omgosh, J. Alexander’s the single layer, super- vated by a promotional 256 Mall Boulevard, King of Prussia The avocado bomb was gift certificate that was (484) 322-2000 artistically presented and about to expire. It takes such a palate pleaser we will a bit of a carrot, no pun intended, for well as round tables of eight. While go back for more! Hopefully us to venture into the King of Prussia Alexander’s does not offer a separate they’ll include those yummy Mall area. In actuality, at 5:30 p.m. on a “party room”, they do provide room for rolls too. Sunday evening, we secured front-row groups of 30 in the second tier seat- Photo by Gail Habbersett parking in this venue just off the Bou- ing area. Because the tables are nicely Logistics aside, let me levard. spaced and the acoustics well balanced, just say, right off, that we were so moist cake was served warm and gooey, impressed with the food that we pur- melt-in-your-mouth delicious! chased gift cards for others in our fam- How nice that this restaurant also pro- ily. Two signature dishes clinched it for vided warm finger napkins. After sticky us. We started with the Avocado Bomb; croissants, ribs and carrot cake, they comprised mainly of avocado, cooked were welcomed. We felt pampered. Our crab, raw tuna, and masago served with waitress, Megan, was a perfect example unagi sauce and crisp tortilla chips on of staff that is exceptionally sensitive to the side. My husband said, “I would their clientele. We were also welcomed come back just for that”! I have never by the manager and assured by our gra- been a fan of raw fish, but I had to agree cious server that if we did not enjoy our with him. entrees that he would gladly replace For our entrees, Gary chose the halibut them with another. special and I selected their signature I invite you to google this restaurant to barbeque baby back ribs. The fish and peruse their diversified menu, includ- accompanying sides were delicious and ing kids’ meals. Alexander’s Restaurant well portioned. My ribs, served with in KOP is open: Mon-Thurs 11 a.m.-10 yummy French fries and Southern cole p.m.; Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun 11 slaw, were the best I’ve ever had. The a.m.-9 p.m. with Guest Appreciation meat nearly dissolved off the bone and (Happy) Hour Monday thru Friday 4- the plum sauce was finger-licking good! 7 p.m. in the Pub. Snowbirds – hope I had to save some just so I had some you’ve already discovered that there leftovers for the next day. are six J. Alexander’s in Florida. Please Dessert was not optional – we were let us know if they can compete with now on a roll. Oh, speaking of roll, ours in King of Prussia! Page 24 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 25 HERSHEY’S MILL BUS TRIPS
Reading Royals Hockey Philadelphia Flyers center ice, upper level seating for $75, or you can purchase other tickets on Prior to making payment, anyone who Saturday, February 2, 2019 Tuesday, February 26, 2019 your own, or with the assistance of the wishes to participate in a bus trip must first Cost: $35 Cost: $75 (including admission) or trip leader, and ride the bus for $17. call the contact person to ensure that there Departs: 5:15 p.m. $17 for bus only is still room on the bus. Contact: Marc Fraser Departs: 4:45 p.m. SERIES TRIPS Contact: Marc Fraser All bus riders must be age 18 or older Children age 8 and older are welcome! 2018 – 2019 Walnut Street Theatre Series unless otherwise noted in the trip write-up. Join us as we travel to the Santander Children age 8 and older are welcome! – WAIT LIST ONLY Trip payment checks should be made Arena in Reading, PA to experience Enjoy NHL hockey at the Wells Fargo Thursday & Saturday Matinees payable to “HERSHEY’S MILL HOA”, sealed some hockey action as the Center in Philadelphia, as the Philadel- Cost: $47.00 per show in an envelope (noting trip name and Reading Royals, minor phia Flyers face off against the Buffalo Departs: 12:30 p.m. date), and placed in the maroon “Customer league hockey affiliate of Sabres at 7 p.m. As an added bonus, Contact: Adele Juzi (Thursdays) & Service” mailbox next to the Security Center the Philadelphia Flyers, the Flyers are offering $1 soft pret- Joan Stanek (Saturdays) take on the Manches- zels this evening! Riding on the in the exit lane at the Main Gate. ter Monarchs in a 7 HM Bus allows Refunds are only granted if (1) the trip p.m. matchup. Enjoy you to avoid The Walnut Street Theatre’s 210th is canceled, or (2) the trip has a wait list close-up, fast-paced, costly park- Anniversary Season includes the fol- from which another passenger can fill the professional hockey ing fees and lowing shows for both the Thursday vacated spot. and lower level seat- driving in Matinee and Saturday Matinee Series: Bus leaves promptly at the scheduled Leave ing in one of the finest Philadelphia Thursday 1/31/19 & Saturday 2/9/19 arenas in the region! traffic. Enjoy Time. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes - “A Comedy Of Tenors” early. Thursday 3/28/19 & Saturday 4/5/19 - “Curious Incident Of The Dog In The The Hershey’s Mill Bus Committee is always Night-Time” looking for more volunteers to help share ARE YOU PROTECTED Thursday 5/30/19 & Saturday 6/8/19 ideas and plan bus trips! If interested, call FROM THE EXPENSE - “Legally Blonde: The Musical” Marc Fraser at 610-431-4006. We are collecting names for the Wait OF LONG TERM CARE? List, as vacancies frequently become Have you named a trusted individual to manage available for individual shows. your affairs under your Powers of Attorney? As a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), Kristen Matthews 2018 - 2019 Philadelphia Orchestra is certified by the National Elder Law Foundation, and works closely with individuals on a wide variety of estate Friday Evening Series and trust planning and administration matters. Cost: $18.00 (Single Date, Bus Only) In order to help clients protect their life savings, Kristen + Performance Admission helps clients navigate the complicated rules of Departs: 6 p.m. Medicaid & Medicare. Contact: Ann Seraphin Accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Kristen assists min Grosvenor on piano. veterans and their spouses to identify and pursue available benefits. Please join us for a new exciting season NOTE: The bus leaves at 5:30pm on Kristen R. Matthews, CELA with our wonderful orchestra. Brief this one and only Thursday show. 17 West Miner Street, West Chester, PA 19382 program summaries and dates are: Friday, March 29, 2019: [email protected] Friday, February 8, 2019: Cristian Yannick Nezet-Seguin To schedule your consultation, Macelaru conducts Rodrigo, Falla, conducts Hannibal and call 610.840.0272. and Ravel, with the Los Angeles Sibelius Guitar Quartet. attorneys at law Friday, June 21, 2019: Thursday, February 28, 2019: Yannick Nezet-Seguin Estate Planning | Wills and Trusts | Medicaid Planning | Guardianships | Power of Attorney | Veterans Benefits Nathalie Stutzmann conducts conducts Bernstein. Haydn and Beethoven, with Benja- PageKRM-Hersheys-Mill-half-page_2018.indd 26 • February 2019 1 10/29/2018 4:38:53 PM HersheysMill.org • Page 27 CLASSIFIEDS Featuring Hunter Douglas & Other Manufacturers Stowers Ad deadline is the 23rd, and ads run two months at no cost (due to lead time, an Handyman Service LLC ad received on January 23 would start in the March edition, etc.). Please limit Home Maintenance & Repairs description to 30 words per item, and include pricing and contact information. BLINDS 4 U Ads are subject to review and editing. Send submission to hmctvguide@comcast. • Carpentry • Window Repair net, attention editor, or place printed/typed copy in the HMCTV mailbox outside • Painting • Drier Duct Cleaning 610-246-3100 • Drywall Repair • Hand Rails Installed the building. You must be a HM resident to advertise. • Tile Grouting • Kitchen Faucets Shop At Home Service for Hershey’s Mill. • Tub Caulking • And lots more! We Will Beat Any Printed Installed Price! 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Page 28 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 29 Page 30 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 31 HM LIBRARY HM Library (Community Center) The library will be OPEN Monday to Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. during Community Cen- ter renovations. Days and Saturday 10 a.m. – Noon hours will remain the same. Our thanks to all who HM Library contact: helped with this decision. Angela Linden, 610-696-5374 Our recent purchases are from Barnes and Nobles www.hmlibrary.com Best Seller List as well as The New York Times. Some popular titles During the winter months it may are Of Blood and become difficult for some residents Bones by Nora Rob- to access the library so please call erts, Reckoning by Angela Linden, 610-696-5374, and John Grisham and she will ask one of our board mem- Every Breath by bers to assist in obtaining desired Nicholas Sparks. books. Our annual Book Sale is scheduled for Saturday, In Reckoning, September 7, the setting takes and Sunday, Sep- place in the town tember 8, at the IS MEMORY of Clanton Mis- Community Cen- LOSS AFFECTING sissippi, the same ter. Please leave setting as his first your donations at YOU OR SOMEONE novel, A Time to the library during Kill published 30 regular library hours. Also remember YOU LOVE? years ago. In the novel, a WWII veteran that these donations should be gently guns down a Mississippi minister and used books, no text books or religious leaves a small town reeling. The ques- books. Children’s books in good condi- People aged 50-85 with memory loss tion is why did he gun him down? tion have been popular. or early Alzheimer’s disease may be eligible for a local clinical study. Plumbing Services Available For more information, call: Now Keystone Clinical Studies Serving West Chester 610-277-8073 for 4 generations as your www.MissionAD.com neighborhood contractor. For those who qualify and participate, all HM Residents - Mention this ad and study-related care will be provided at no receive 10% off new service contracts! cost. You may receive compensation We Have Certified 24/7 Technicans for travel costs. On Call for Your Home Emergencies Ask about rebates, credits & financing. 610-692-5252 www.brewersheatandair.com
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“SHOWCASE of HOMES” MONDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES This community activ- ity is a great way to Lynn Mander | Devonshire Lynne Urian | Merrifield have an enjoyable The Paoli Hospital Auxiliary Please come out of the cold evening out. Come requests that you save the and join us at 7 p.m. on Mon- see a terrific film, and date of May 9 so that you day, February 18, in the if you desire after- may enjoy visiting selected main room, ground floor, of wards, stay for a brief homes here in Hershey’s the Community Center. We discussion of the film. Mill. You will not want to will be showing The Woman It’s free and open to miss this annual event. See in Gold (2015 PG-13). This everyone at Hershey’s forthcoming HM Digests for is the incredible true story Mill. If you’d like more additional information. of the Gustav Klimt painting information, please PLAYERS The Portrait of Adele call Lynne Urian, M e r r i f i e l d Barbara Trimble | Ashton Village, The Hershey’s Mill Players’ , or annual Holiday Party was email her at held December 5 at the Golf Club. A fabulous time was had HM CONCERTS . by all enjoying the great food, singing Hoping to Jack Keeley | Franklin- Director of and dancing! “see you at Advertising HM Community TV the movies!” The 2020 play is in progress. The script HM Community TV is pleased to writers are working diligently to come announce the 2019 concert dates as Don’t miss this up with another successful play. In follows: great band as fact, after reading the first draft, this they again play June 2 (rain date June 23) play has singing, dancing, humor, and for us at The Mill! a mystery with a twist. We are always Web Band of Brothers seeking new members to assist with Sponsored by Wagner Realty our productions. If interested, please July 14 (rain date July 21) Bloch-Bauer. Helen IT’S AN EMERGENCY contact Shauna Flynn at Mirren and Ryan Reynolds star in this Good Foot Lee Dastur | Quaker . Sponsored by Brooklands audiology film. This is an addendum to an article August 4 (rain date Aug 25) in the January HM Guide and 22 Park Avenue Digest. “911” now allows you to Sponsored by Deb Dorsey - create a personalized “Safety Pro- Berkshire file”. If you go to www.smart911. As you may realize, these are com, you will be able to register the same months, bands and the number of people and pets supporters as 2018. All the who live in your household, spe- sponsors and residents loved cific medical conditions, and the bands and wanted them where bedrooms are located. back for 2019. This information would clearly be helpful to responders in case of an A few of the HM Players belting out a emergency. I tried it, and found it tune in this photo from a past show. easy to register. This information We hope you join us for the next! Continued on next page
Page 34 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 35 COMMUNITY NEWS (continued) is available on the East Goshen Town- HM REAL ESTATE RESULTS - 83 days on the market. As mentioned your home sparkling clean and bright ship website. END OF YEAR - 2018 in previous articles, prices and speed of and remove extra furniture and acces- a sale are unique to the locale and do sories that you don’t use and/or won’t COMMUNITY GARDENS Lynne Carter | Kennett vary based on the condition, location need in your next home. Remember, Ed Sweeney | Yardley Happy New Year to one and all”. 2018 and price point. Less Is Better Than More. You are Cold winter! The hoses have been was a good year for most in Hershey’s As we look forward to 2019, we can selling a valuable asset, probably your safely stored in the garden sheds while Mill, especially with respect to the expect these sales trends to continue single, highest valued asset, so this is the water in the garden is shut off. The real estate sales. 123 properties sold based on the economic outlook. While important. It will be a House, not your as reported in the Multiple Listing some have described the 2018 year as Home, as you are selling the property, Service and there are ten more that turbulent from a financial and world- not your personal possessions. Buy- sold in 2018 and nine of these are wide political perspective, it has been ers want to make it their Home. The scheduled to settle in a stable one from a real estate view. Master Association is again planning We started 2019 with 32 properties Community Wide Open Houses, one on the market, two of which are under on May 19, 2019 and one in October, contract and working through the sale 2019. Be sure to spread the word about contingencies. As we approach the how fabulous Hershey’s Mill is. “Spring” market, which starts right May I say “Thanks to All” who help after the Super Bowl we anticipate a make HM an awesome place to live, lot of activity. So, if you are planning one that has value and an abundance of a home relocation, it is always wise friendships. (Above) Decked out for the holidays to get started early—declutter, make on the way to the gardens. (At right) A serene venue in the garden no matter what time of year. Photos by Ed Sweeney. garden soil is resting and awaiting a great spring planting season. As usual, January, 2019. This is great news, we are off to a good start. the sheds will be unlocked mid-March to accommodate the early birds stand- The selling prices ranged from $112,000 ing by to start their spring onions. Jim for a small, one bedroom in Ashton DiCarlo, Yardley, and I wish everyone Village to a large property in Springton a relaxing winter and our thanks for all that sold for $600,000. Sales netted just your help this past season. over $46 million in 2018 and averaged
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KNITTING CIRCLE QUILTERS CLUB ary 23. Refreshments PC CLUB will be available. Expert Ruth Schick | Chatham Diane King | Jefferson advice is free and avail- Don Trauger | Kennett It might be the middle of winter, but The Friday quilt group is going strong. able to all. Contact Carol Join us Tuesday, February 19 that is no reason to feel house bound. If In appreciation for the work Ed Dvorak Campanelli, carcamp1@ upstairs in the Community you are a knitter does for us year in and year out we comcast.net to receive Center to learn from an expe- decided it was time that he email meeting remind- rienced PC user about not only benefited from the fruits of our ers. Rene McNally is the topic of the month but also labor. We started in the summer the contact in Hershey’s solutions or information related and we were able to complete a Mill. to our own areas of interest. beautiful blue quilt for him for For additional help with Editor’s note: During a recent Christmas. We love having new your iPhone, iPad, or gathering, Don advised one members join us! other Apple products of the attendees how to pre- (At left) Ed appears very pleased to check out the Main Line vent his system from crashing accept his new quilt. Macintosh Users web- by regularly running anti- virus and defragmentation (Below) From right: Carolyn Ferrandino, site, www.mlmug.org, for information about programs. All in attendance Regina Koch, Doris Taggart, Genny Gal- benefited from several easy lagher, Sandy Deckard, Nancy Thoman, their second Saturday meetings which are tem- steps he demonstrated on the Marion Macky, and Diane King admiring computer. We also learned completed quilt by Genny Gallagher. porarily being held at the Luddington Library in Bryn Mawr. Continued on page 41
or crocheter, gather up your project and join the Hershey’s Mill Knitting Circle. We meet on Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. in the Paoli Room of the Community Center. In addi- tion to doing our own work, when we are able to help, APPLE & MACINTOSH CONNECTION we are happy to assist people with their Carol Campanelli knitting and crocheting problems. The regular fourth For information about our group, Saturday Newer contact Ruth Schick at User’s Group will or . meet on the sec- NOTE: If the Paoli Room is closed ond floor of the for Community Center construc- Community Cen- tion, contact Ruth Schick to find ter from 10 a.m to out where we are meeting. 12 p.m. on Febru- Page 38 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 39 CLUB NEWS (continued)
how to protect ourselves from errant orphanage. Despite assurances that Windows updates by controlling, they will be returned to their parents, Accessible Homes through our settings, how and they quickly realize that the truth when updates are installed is much darker. At the mercy Tuesday, February 19 at 4:30 p.m. on our computers. of the facility’s cruel director, 700 N. Franklin Street, West Chester Rill fights to keep her siblings BOOK CLUB Learn about what an accessible home together. is and how modi cations can promote Carol Barkovsky | Eaton HERSHEY’S MILL independence by removing barriers and Please join us on February PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB (HMPC) at 2 p.m. in Sullivan House making activities of daily living easier. 14 as Gail Habbersett leads us in Carol Poling | Oakmont Get tips on things to consider before a discussion of Us by David The HMPC would like to committing to home modi cations. Nicholls, a love story perfect remind everyone that we Kindly R.S.V.P. by calling 833.898.0019 for Valentine’s Day! have a show hanging at the or email [email protected]. Please prepare to join us on Greyhound Café, located in the shop- Thursday, March 14 at 2 p.m. in Sul- ping center at Route 401 and Business livan House.as Elaine Merhar leads us Route 30, until the end of the month. in a discussion of Before We Were Yours Please stop by, get a bite to eat and sup- by Lisa Wingate. Inspired by a true port your fellow residents. The photos A Kendal Affi liate story, two families, generations apart, are reasonably priced for sale. EQUAL HOUSING A Nursing and Post-Acute Rehab Community OPPORTUNITY are forever changed by a heartbreak- Out next show will be in March at the ing injustice. In 1939, twelve-year old BB&T Bank located in the Giant park- 181243 BF HMTV Guide Accessible Home Ad_USE.indd 1 1/2/19 9:42 AM Rill Foss and her four younger siblings ing lot near Wellington. Our upcoming topic for Feb- ruary is portraits. Contact Michael Rackover or Carol Poling for more details.
These four reindeer were created for Oakmont by Bob Milano. Photos by Carol Poling.
live a magical life on their family’s Missis- sippi River shanty boat until their father has to rush their mother to the hospital. Left alone, the children are seized and thrown into a Tennessee Children’s Home Society Page 40 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 41 POOL NEWS
Carol Keith | Kennett will be able to see your name and those of other residents in your house. With As we mentioned in the last article, the our unique address system, our records pool has undergone major improve- will be easy to create and maintain. ments over the winter. The pipes for the filtration system have been replaced which completes the upgrade of the filtration sys- tem, bringing it up to code. Also, much of the pool deck has been given a facelift. Along with these mechanical improvements, we are improving the check-in process at the pool. Technology is changing many things in our lives allowing for better, easier record- keeping. How many EVERY FAMILY HAS A STORY. times have you heard someone Come be a part of ours. say “I wish I could get rid of all the Imagine a community where “friendly” isn’t a word paper clutter!”? but a way of life. That’s Freedom Village Brandywine. Located in historic Chester County, it’s close to local (At top) New accurate tile shopping, dining and even golf. Join us! Your family’s depth markers in place now. waiting right here. (Above) Pool Manager, Carol Keith, checking on the project’s Call today progress and getting feedback (484) 997-8550 from a workman. to schedule your personal visit. (At left) The pool gets a facelift. (At bottom) Comparison between old and new pipes.
And, not to worry, your A Life Care* Community guest cards will still be 15 Freedom Boulevard valid; but going forward, you won’t have to remem- We are imple- West Brandywine, Pennsylvania 19320 ber your guest card since menting a new system brookdalelifecare.com we will be able to load them called Pool-Pass, which *Life Care plan/guarantee is subject to the terms of the Residency Contract. into this new system. will allow a simple ©2019 Brookdale Senior Living Inc. All rights reserved. 197415 SR BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING and BRINGING NEW LIFE TO SENIOR LIVING are the registered trademarks of Brookdale Senior Living Inc. check-in at the desk. You We look forward to see- Bringing New Life to Senior Living® will be asked for your ing everyone in just a few address and the desk months! Page 42 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 43 HERSHEY’S MILL SPORTS GROUP
AMERICAN DREAM After a few months working for the A little more than two years later we tomers waiting in line, and the environ- restaurant, one day the owner took all bought a restaurant business. It was ment was so animated and even happier As told by Tam Hguyen of my family out for brunch with a diner, and it looked like a train car, than the festival. From a diner with 45 Part 2 – We pick up the story from serving breakfast and lunch for Ameri- seats serving American food to now a the January Guide and Digest at can customers. The hours were 6:00 new and higher level restaurant with the start of Tam’s English lessons. A.M to 3:00 P.M. I remember the cold 140 seats serving Chinese-Vietnamese The English sessions often days in winter, waking up when the cuisines, it was another new challenge. began with the formal greet- alarm clock went off at 5:00 A.M, and Because of our determination, and with ings of Americans when seeing then going down to the parking lot to the help from our children, all hardship each other, asking about health, scrape snow; that was miserable. was passed over. weather, current events, etc. Tam and his wife posing. The business got better and better After practicing pronunciation to eventually, I hired more employ- match the American standards, ees to help, and I focused on man- the next step in the conversation agement. Because of my desire to was often for her to ask me about extend my knowledge and improve what happened in Vietnam. I my English, plus my interest in car- had a chance to tell her that after rying books to school to set stan- April 30, 1975, the South Viet- dards for my children, I decided to nam government collapsed, and return to school at age 40. I regis- the Communist regime took tered for the evening classes, slept over all of Vietnam. late and woke up early to study, The very strict administra- and after 2 years, in the summer tion caused millions of people of 1993, I finished the Master of to run away from communists Business Administration degree. by escaping to freedom, regardless his family in Philadelphia’s Now, after more than 20 years of the risk to their lives. People who Chinatown. Seeing that my wife was of working continuously, 6 days escaped through the jungle were raped a joyful, quick, and active person, he a week, 10 to 13 hours a day, all and killed by police at the Cambodian offered her a job as a waitress to work my children at age 12 had to fol- border; people who got out by boat together with me. Fortunately I had a spouse low their parents to work on weekends were robbed and harmed by Thailand The days passed smoothly, and a few who knew how to take good care of the and summers, continuing until their pirates. No one knows how many Viet- months later I passed the driver license family and liked to do business. Hus- graduation from college. Today, my namese met their deaths in the thick test and purchased a used car, it was band as waiter, wife as cook, then hus- two sons have reached their education forest or out on the ocean. Only the a 1995 Ford. From that time on I did band as the chef and wife as waitress goals. The older one has opened a law people who were fortunate enough to not have to wait at the bus station or and so on in a mutual exchange. The office to help the Vietnamese in their get to freedom can be counted. for the owner to drive me home late at work was hard and busy but there were legal matters, and the younger one has That was also the reason why my fam- night anymore. My wife and I could use also some happy times since we earned completed both a Ph.D and JD degree, ily had to leave the country, my aging the car to go to work, and I was able quite good money. As more and more and has been a partner for the other’s mother, and my ancestors’ tombs to to drive my wife and children to Chi- customers came, In addition, the prop- law firm that specializes in intellectual seek freedom in a small boat. natown, and stop at the Vietnamese erty owner wanted to sell the diner to property law. My wife and I also have a real estate investor who would trans- 2 kindly daughters in law and 5 lovely The English classes continued weekly, supermarket to buy necessities. Some- times we went to nearby cities, espe- port it to Hollywood to use in the film grandchildren, we have come to our and my English capability quickly business so we had to rent a new larger twilight ages and are doing the things improved. This improvement made the cially Washington DC, and visited the Statue of Liberty nearby New York. space in a new nearby shopping center we like to do (writing this article is an teacher buy an English dictionary and to continue to grow the business. example), and we are living in a single give it to me as reward, with a message My wife and I continued to help each home in the West Chester area that On the grand opening day for the new on the inside cover. other to work, save money and educate Continued on page 47 our children. restaurant, there were many loyal cus- Page 44 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 45 HERSHEY’S MILL SPORTS GROUP (continued) YOUR GOAL Physical Therapy we own plus many friendly friends the May Digest and in this “Club News” nearby. The modest result that we have section every month through May. IS OUR GOAL That Works For You achieved is the common dream for There is something for everyone! We almost all of the middle class families offer CPR, bocce, shuffleboard, -bowl in America. ing, tennis, pickleball and more. How HMSG CLUB NEWS is that for variety? What is You don’t have to accept daily aches and especially exciting is pains or a reduced level of activity! Our Don Evons | Princeton showcasing things team utilizes its decades of experience to The HMSG has a great to do with your address the challenges of aging and keep spring event planned visiting grand- you active – no matter your goal. We have for “everyone” in The children. Wait until you see the an impeccable reputation for pro- Mill. This means everyone, not just sports incentive to attend. viding exceptional care in all areas Set the afternoon of: of physical therapy. Give us a call! people. It is planned for May 22 and May 23 just prior MAY 22 aside now. to the Memorial Day weekend. Yes, a PICKLEBALL 1065 Andrew Dr. two-day event. On day one visit, learn Suite B-3 and socialize; day two “experience it”. Tom Fant | Yardley West Chester, PA It will be advertised in Any Hershey’s Mill residents want to come down to the courts and break the ice...literally? 610-344-7374 www.aumphysicaltherapy.com Our winter pickleball play has picked up due to the “Frost Bite Gamers” led by Julie Herring, John McGinty, Kris- tin Doubet, Merrie Turley and Eric Valderrama. Eric, possibly The Mill’s best player under any conditions, refers to this part of our season as “Ice Pickle”. Cute, right? These senior athletes, plus a surprising number of brave cohorts, all play when the thermometer dips below 40. They bundle up in layers and prepare for low bounces and wind gusts. These gamers have to be ready to lend sev- eral players to the Platform Tennis (Paddle) activity next door a couple of days each week. No problem. We are all sisters and brothers in the Hershey’s Mill Sports Group. Here are the last six of your “One Dozen Pickleball Terms Starter Kit” Continued on page 49 Eric Valderrama of Yardley Village in a picture taken by Tom Fant.
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to go with first six listed in the Decem- BIKING ber Guide & Digest: Seth French | Yardley Volley - To hit the ball before it touches DON’T RIDE YOUR BICYCLE the ground -”No Bounce Return”. TODAY! Today is the day to take it to Important in the rules covering: 1) the the bike shop and/or schedule your shots from “the kitchen” and 2) first annual maintenance. HM Bikers are shot by serving side after return of ser- committed to SAFETY FIRST and hav- vice. ing a well-maintained bike is essential Half-volley - A type of hit where the to safe cycling. Coasting down from player hits the ball immediately after it Princeton to the tennis courts has bounced in an almost scoop-like fashion. Lob - Hitting the ball in a high arc to the back of the opponent’s court. Ideally Gorgeous designed to clear an oppo- nent who has advanced Inside and Out toward the net. Net serve - A serve that touches the top of the net and lands in the proper service court (it is replayed without penalty). Sideline - The line at the you can exceed 20 mph. You side of the court denoting in- and out- don’t want to know what a pothole or of-bounds. some loose gravel on the road can do Side-Out - occurs when the serve to a worn tire at that speed. Have your moves to your opponent’s side. brakes, gears, shifters, chain and tires checked! If you wait another week or My source for the definition of all these two, you can easily wait 3 or 4 weeks terms can be found on line at Wikipe- to get an appointment. Email Jeff Smith Retirement Living...reinvented. dia. at with your By the way, have you heard about the availability for season opening rides At the leading edge of the ‘aging well’ movement, Echo “bring a friend” initiative coming soon? the end of March and April. Lake’s 25-acre campus includes a 4,500 sq. ft. fitness and It involves the entire sports group SHUFFLEBOARD wellness center, innovative dining, and lifestyle programming and starts this spring with clinics and Roseanne Havird | Devonshire that dares you to explore. And wait until you see the views! socials that are sure to be a lot of fun. Pickleball, as usual, will be a very popu- The full history of shuffleboard is not lar part of the program. known. In Europe, it has a history that RETIREMENT LIVING PHASE OPEN JANUARY 2019! goes back over 500 years. The game Until then, bundle up and come on Supportive Living & Memory Care Phase Opening Spring 2019 was played and gambled over by King down to our newly resurfaced courts. Henry VIII of England who prohib- Our winter schedule is every afternoon ited commoners from playing. Know- LivingAtEchoLake.com | 484-568-4777 | 900 Atwater Drive, Malvern at 1 p.m., weather permitting, until April. Continued on page 51
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ing this about its history, I now know how to spice up the game at Hershey’s Mill. Gamble on who will win or have a prize for winners. We’ll work on that idea Dr. Bradford J. Jacobs over the winter and get back to Dr. Alexandra K. Grulke you. Ask three of your friends Dr. Aabha M. Suchak to join you at the courts in the Dr. Megan S. Saltzman spring! Dr. Vanessa Cardenas Take a Step in the Right Direction Dr. Theodore G. Mushlin (Retired) SENIOR MEN’S TENNIS LEAGUE Sergei Yurchak | Springton •Offering Professional WEST CHESTER (2 LOCATIONS) NEWTOWN SQUARE Medical and Surgical • 1593 McDaniel Drive 3319 West Chester Pike Would you have liked to play at Wim- BOWLING Treatment of the Foot • 795 E. Marshall St., Suite G2 at Surrey Drive bledon or Roland Garros? Well, now is Doll and John Elwell | Non-residents and Ankle. West Chester, PA 19380 Newtown Square, PA 19073 your chance to play competitive 610-431-0200 610-356-5911 •Ask about our As we write this we are Diabetic Shoe Program. CONCORDVILLE EXTON in the second half of our Main Line Health Center Main Line Health Center bowling season and com- •Laser Treatment for in Concordville at Exton Square Fungus Nails Available. 1020 Baltimore Pike, Suite 220 153 Exton Square Parkway petition is tough. We Glen Mills, PA 19342 Exton, PA 19341 miss those who departed PodiatryCareSpecialists.com 610-459-8191 610-363-1697 for warmer climates. Just like skiers and skaters, diehard bowlers will be at the Palace every Tues- day unless the dreaded nor’easter hits the area. Occasional bowlers or other league members can visit Tuesday morn- ings. We may just have (Above) “Courtesy of an open spot you could fill for us. At International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum” this point, our individual high aver- age bowlers are Pete Heinly and Joan tennis on similar surfaces, i.e., grass, Evans. Congratulations to you both! clay, etc. The Senior Men’s Tennis League is comprised of players from 10 tennis clubs throughout the area. An objective of the League is to provide competi- tive doubles matches for the players, typically five teams per match. If you are interested in playing in this venue come May, please contact me at . Page 50 • February 2019 HersheysMill.org • Page 51 PUZZLE SOLUTION
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These unique, healthy, and flavorful dips would have been the perfect complement needed, and a bit more water 15 minutes), then remove to another Eagles Superbowl, but it wasn’t to be. Our three dips take the best of if too thick. Place mixture sheet to cooling rack. Turn tradition and turn up the flavors and texture. We like a variety, and these are easy in wide bowl, cover, and broiler to high. In a bowl, enough to all be on the same menu; and can be made ahead. Whether you enjoy let sit at room tempera- combine 2/3 cup parme- these as a casual excuse to get together with friends, or as a way to perk up an oth- ture for at least 30 san, remaining erwise disappointing Superbowl, we are certain they will be a hit! minutes. Swirl oil and reserved top with spoon, bacon fat, 1 tea- Sweet Potato Hummus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus drizzle liber- spoon salt and 1/2 more for serving ally with oil, and teaspoon pepper, A bit sweet while retaining that tradi- Pierce the potato a few times with a fork, sprinkle lightly with and remaining ingre- tional earthy flavor. It’s hard to beat place on a foil-lined baking sheet along paprika. Can be made dients; mix well, then pita wedges as a dipper for this one! with the cloves (unpeeled), and roast in ahead and refrigerated, mix in bacon and garlic, 1 large sweet potato a preheated 375°F oven for 15 minutes. tightly covered and without and brussels sprouts. Spread 2 garlic cloves Remove garlic, and continue roasting final oil and paprika, but let come to dip into a lightly-oiled 4-cup broiler- 1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained until a knife inserted into the potato room temperature before serving. safe gratin dish, and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons tahini meets no resistance (about another 45 the remaining parmesan. Broil until 3 tablespoons lemon juice minutes). Peel the potato and garlic, Charred Brussels Sprouts, browned and warmed through, and 1 tablespoon water and place into a food processor with Ricotta, and Bacon Dip serve hot. If making ahead, stop when 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus remaining ingredients. Pulse proces- dip is combined in the bowl, and refrig- more for serving sor to start, scrape down sides, then A slightly citrusy and subtly smoky dip erate it tightly covered. When ready to 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin run until the mixture is smooth. Check to warm your tummy. A simple cracker serve, let come to room temperature, 11/4 teaspoons salt seasoning, adding a bit more salt if works great for these complex flavors. then complete recipe. 4 slices bacon, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced Olive & Artichoke Tapenade 1 pound brussels sprouts We use 2-3 different types of olives for a 3 tablespoons olive oil rich and briny flavor! Toasted baguette Salt and pepper slices are a favorite dipper. 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese 1 14-oz. jar artichoke hearts, drained 11/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese 11/2 cups pitted olives 3 green onions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed 2 teaspoons finely-grated lemon zest 3 oil-packed anchovy fillets, rinsed 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 garlic cloves, peeled 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Place a rimmed baking sheet into a 1 teaspoon finely-grated lemon zest 500°F oven. In a skillet, fry the bacon 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano until crisp, then add garlic and stir for 1 2 teaspoons lemon juice minute; remove both to paper to drain, 1/2 teaspooneach salt and pepper and save 1 tablespoon bacon fat. Trim brussels sprouts, and thinly slice using Add all ingredients to a food processor, food processor or sharp knife. Toss the pulse processor to start, scrape down slices with 2 tablespoons of the olive sides, then run until mixture has just oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and a bit of texture. Place mixture in wide pepper, and carefully spread them in bowl, cover, and let sit at room temper- an even layer on the hot baking sheet. ature for at least 1 hour. Can be made Roast, stirring every 5 minutes, until ahead and refrigerated, tightly covered, there are lots of charred edges (about but let come to room temperature before serving.
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