February 4, 2014

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February 4, 2014

Leisure World News
Of Maryland
Volume 37, Number 3
Published the First and Third Tuesday
of Each Month
Deadline for articles and display ads for next edition, Feb. 7
Feb. 4, 2014
News Extras!
Cause of death of Greens II resident
Debra Lee on Sept. 25, when flames
engulfed her apartment, was “accidental due to thermal injuries (fire),”
according to Maryland Medical Examiner Public Information Officer
Bruce Goldfarb. This final ruling,
issued in December, supersedes the
county fire marshal’s initial finding
that the cause of death was not due
to fire. According to GM Kevin
Flannery, fire-associated costs have
been established at $1.8 million
based on estimates by Travelers
Insurance.
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Check out the new “Health &
Fitness” section pages 4-6.
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Picture this. The golf course
irrigation pond is full of ice. Several
people on a small boat are hacking
away to open up some holes. A highrise resident phones GM Kevin
Flannery along these lines: “Why
are we re-enacting Washington
crossing the Delaware?” Turns out it
was LW staff in a Jon boat preparing
for environmental and geotechnical
engineers to conduct a preliminary
study of the pond. The resulting 36page report can be found at www.
lwmc.com. According to Asst. GM
for Facilities and Services Jolene
King, the report reveals no concerns
about contaminants in the 2,300
cubic yards of compacted sediment
to be removed. Next steps include
defining the scope and processes for
a dredging operation and refining
the cost estimate in the Facilities
Enhancement Plan.
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At its Jan. 28 meeting, the LC
Board of Directors
• approved the Bethesda firm
StreetSense as architect for the new
administration building, fitness
center expansion, the restaurantnorth wing, Clubhouse I and PPD
service area enhancement projects.
StreetSense was recommended
unanimously by the Community
Planning, E&R, Restaurant, and
PPD Advisory committees and
management following independent deliberations. This firm, staffed
by 100 architects experienced in
complex mixed-use facilities from
site-planning to project completion.
• considered and rejected
a new LW logo design proposed
by the Public Relations Advisory
Committee
• received an assessment
report on Human Resource operations by HR Director Peter Loew
who advised that next steps include
completing 2014 annual training/
communications program for all
staff.
• reviewed the MedStar
third-quarter report on medical
center operations. Health Advisory
Committee Chair Cathy Galanos
noted that most required goals have
been met. The first full year report
of MedStar operations will be presented at the March board meeting.
—by the LW News Advisory Committee
Celebrate Mardi Gras on Tuesday, March 4
From the E&R Department
The Foundation of Leisure
World and the E&R Department
welcome back the “Dixieland
Express” as it again brings New
Orleans-style Dixieland music to
Leisure World for an early Mardi
Gras celebration Tuesday, March 4
from 7:30 to 9:30 PM in Clubhouse
I’s Crystal Ballroom. This special
Mardi Gras performance will also
again feature the well-known jazz
vocalist Mary Alouette from New
York City, formerly a Strathmore
Artist in Residence. The band has
been a big hit for the last several Fat
Tuesdays and we look forward to
them playing for us again this year.
This will be the best opportunity
to celebrate Mardi Gras north of
New Orleans! Listen and dance
to some great Dixieland music,
rounding out the celebration with
festive refreshments. In addition
to Mary, the band features the full
complement of traditional Dixieland instruments including cornet,
clarinet, trombone, tuba, banjo and
drums. Refreshments will be served
and a cash bar will be available.
Tickets, $9 per person, go on sale
at 8:30 am on Tuesday, Feb. 4 in
both clubhouses.
The “Dixieland Express”
led by resident John Stewart,
trombonist and band manager was
founded in 1999 with the purpose
of continuing the musical tradition and creativity found in the
performance of early 20th century
traditional jazz. This music evolved
from the cultural, social, religious
and international melting pot of
New Orleans. The band has performed at many different venues
over the years. In addition to being
a regularly featured band every
summer at Bethany Beach and at
the Kensington summer concert
series, the group has performed at
local venues including other retirement communities and music clubs.
The band has also been featured at
Potomac River Jazz Club events in
recent years and at the Baltimore
Convention Center Natural Foods
Expo.
The band will play many
traditional Dixieland numbers such
as “Basin Street Blues,” “Just a
Closer Walk,” “Bourbon Street Parade,” “Preservation Hall Blues,”
“Washington and Lee Swing,”
“Hindustan” “Margie” and a few
other jazz classics, such as “Bei
Mir Bist Du Schon” and “Sailing
Down the Chesapeake.” Come on
out and wear something special for
Mardi Gras. Please go to the web
site dixielandexpressband.com for
more information about the band.
The Foundation of Leisure
World is a 501(c) 3 organization, which was established for
charitable, health, educational and
cultural purposes. Contributions to
the foundation may be claimed as
deductions on income tax returns to
the extent permitted by law.
Landscape Advisory Committee Workshop
A workshop is to be held Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 9:30 am in Meeting
Room 2 in Clubhouse II. This workshop will seek alternatives to what
products/methods (herbicide/pesticide replacement) that are now being
used under the existing contract by our contractor (McFall & Berry) to
make Leisure World greener. All residents are invited.
Community Open Forum
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 3 PM, Clubhouse I. All residents are invited.
The general manager will present his assessment of the community, which was summarized in the last edition of the Leisure World
News. There will be an opportunity for residents to ask questions on
community-related topics. If you are planning on attending the forum,
please register with the E&R office at 301-598-1300.
The Balkans - Croatia, Dubrovnik, Bosnia
Sponsored by the Foundation of Leisure World
16th of Travel Video Series (Free), Monday, Feb. 24 at 2 PM
Auditorium – Clubhouse II
Dixieland Express Band (Photo courtesy Dixieland Express Band)
Our guide Rick Steves
is taking us to the Balkans,
specifically, Croatia and Bosnia.
First, we will explore the
Dalmatian coast, hike through
Plitvice Lakes National Park
and then drop in on Zagreb, its
capital. Following this we will
tour the Istrian peninsula and the
enchanting port town of Rovinj.
One cannot be in this part
of the world without including
Dubrovnik, a fortress city of the
former Yugoslavia. It is majestic
and an unforgettable sight. In
Bosnia we will visit the war-torn
town Mostar and in Montenegro,
we sail the Bay of Kotor.
As usual, refreshments
will be served when we return.
All residents and their guests are
invited to attend. There is no
charge.
INSIDE
Art ........9, 13, 14, 31, 32, 37, 40
Books .....................................35
Brief Notes .......................44, 45
Calendars....................17, 22, 23
Classes..............................10, 11
Classified..........................46, 47
Club Trips ..............................30
Eyre Travel.............................28
Health ..4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 31, 33, 35, 40
Low Vision Sup. Grp...................34
Residents Forum ......................7
Sports ...........................9, 33, 38
Upcoming Meetings .................3
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Leisure World News Feb. 4, 2014
LW Women in the Military: Natalie Baker Lewis
by Joan Guberman
It was 1943, and
Natalie Baker was eager
to contribute to the war effort. “I was already helping people register for the
draft,” she recalls, “but I
wanted to do more. The
Red Cross was giving out
wool, so I decided to knit
a sweater for a soldier.”
Despite her good intentions, she soon realized
that “the war would have
to go on forever for me to
finish that sweater. So I
decided to enlist.”
Navy Life
With her family’s
encouragement, Natalie
enlisted in the Navy. “I
had an aunt who enlisted
in the Army and another
who enlisted in the Navy.
It seemed to me that
the Navy was the most
prestigious branch of the
service, so that’s where
I went.”
Natalie left her
hometown of Worcester,
Mass., for basic training
at Hunter College in New
York City. “I had trouble
telling left from right, but
everything worked out.
The officers always knew
where to find me—I was
the one marching in the
wrong direction.”
Basic training completed, Apprentice Seaman Baker was sent to
Cedar Falls, Iowa, where
she polished her secre-
Changes at the MVA
by Joan Okin
In the near future, all non-commercial drivers’
licenses and photo IDs issued by the Motor Vehicle
Administration (MVA) will be valid for eight years.
For now, however, the MVA is issuing licenses and
photo IDs for five to eight years. Whether you are
selected for a longer or shorter period depends on a
randomized statewide computer program. License and
ID fees are pro-rated and range from $30 (five years)
to $48 (eight years).
Regardless of the change to the duration of your
license or ID, the renewal process remains the same.
The MVA sends out renewal notices 60 days before the
expiration date. You are responsible for bringing the
notice, your expiring license or ID, and the fee to an
MVA center. Usually, the license or ID can be renewed
at the MVA mobile unit that stops at Leisure World
once a month or at an MVA express service center.
To get information about the schedule for the MVA
mobile van, contact the E&R office (301-598-1300).
The express service center closest to Leisure World
is in the Glenmont Shopping Center, 12335 Georgia
Ave., Silver Spring. At present, the Glenmont center
is open for driver services on Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 am until 4:30 PM and Saturdays, 8:30 am
until noon. All centers are closed on major holidays.
Natalie Baker Lewis
tarial skills. She then
returned to New York
and served at the Navy
receiving station in Lido
Beach, Long Island. “I
worked in personnel,
helping to reassign sailors
going back to duty. Work
usually went well,” she recalls, “but I do remember
sending an entire ship of
sailors out to sea without
a cook on board.”
Moving On
In 1946, Natalie received an honorable discharge as a Yeoman, First
Class, and used the GI
Bill to finance her college
education at Southern
Methodist University in
Dallas, Texas. “I had gone
to Dallas while on liberty
and fell in love with the
city,” she explains. “I
got my bachelor’s and
master’s degrees at SMU
and started my career in
special education at a
school in Dallas. I also
met my husband Milton
Lewis there. He was originally from Illinois, and he
used to say that he went to
Texas to seek his fortune
and found me.”
Shortly after their
first child was born, the
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elsewhere. However, the
couple returned to Dallas
when they retired. “I always thought working in a
bookstore would be fun,”
Natalie explains, “so I got
a job with The Book Stop
in Dallas after I retired.”
Ultimately, the store was
purchased by Barnes
& Noble, and Natalie
was reassigned to their
Rockville store when she
moved to Leisure World
about 10 years ago to be
closer to her children and
grandchildren.
“I didn’t stop working until I was 90,” Natalie
notes. “I didn’t want
life to pass me by when
I retired, so I joined
more activities in Leisure
World. Now I’m part of
Scrabble, book, and religious study groups, and
I’m a member of Hadassah and Na’Amat. I also
spend time with my four
children and 10 grandchildren.” Asked if she had
any great-grandchildren,
Natalie replied, “All my
grandchildren are great.”
Reflections
Several years ago,
Natalie attended the opening of the Women in Military Service for America
Memorial located in Virginia. “Women were there
from every branch of the
service. Some were seated
in wheelchairs watching
women fly helicopters and
airplanes overhead. It was
amazing. The ceremony
was beautiful. I couldn’t
get over it—little ol’ me
was part of all of this.”
Reflecting on her
time in the service, Natalie says, “Thanks to the
Navy, I met people I
never would have met
otherwise, and I got a college education. I joined
the service because my
country was at war and
I wanted to help out. But
really, I was the one who
benefited.”
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2014 Advisory Committee Chairs Announced
Working on details
facing the LW community
is the business of the
advisory committees.
•They recommend
newpoliciesandprocedures
for consideration by the
Leisure World Community
Corporation (LWCC)
Board of Directors
•They recommend
modifications of existing
policy.
•They assist LWCC
management and the board
with implementation of
policies and procedures
within their jurisdiction.
• The name of each
committee reveals its
focus.
Committee members comprise residents
with general interest and
experience in many different fields: teaching,
community planning, architecture, theater, the
arts, engineering, energy,
the law, health, gardening,
budgeting, accounting,
tennis and golfing, safety,
insurance, journalism,
publishing, marketing,
public relations, restaurant
operations, security and
more.
The 2014 committee
leadership, announced by
Barbara Cronin, chair,
Corporation Board of
Directors is adjacent—
contributed by the LW
News Advisory Committee
Celebrating Black History Month:
Dawne Young to Speak
About Paul Edmondson and the Pearl
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2 PM, Clubhouse I
Tickets - $3 per person are available
in both clubhouses.
2014 Broadcast Schedule - Channel 974
Executive Committee Meetings
Board of Director Meetings
The Jan. 17 Executive Meeting is
The Jan. 28 board of directors meeting
shown everyday at 4 and 7 p.m.
will be shown everyday at 4 and 7 p.m.
Audit
Morris Krowitz, chair; Frank Titi, vice
Budget & Finance
Mike Schwartz, chair; Phil Marks, vice
Community Planning
Carole Kennon, chair; Marian Altman, vice
E&R
Rita Penn, chair; Yolanda Hunt, vice
Emergency Preparedness
Robert “Duke” Ducharme, chair; J. Donald Pruett, vice
Energy
Elsie Maxam, chair; Ed Nicosia, vice
Golf and Greens
Doug Allston, chair; Joseph Corocetta, vice
Government Affairs
Henry “Hank” Heller, chair; Joyce Temple, vice
Health
Cathy Galano, chair; Eleanor Friedenberg, vice
Insurance
Ray Lee, chair
Landscape
Marian Altman, chair; Dora Pugliese, vice
LW News
Martha Robinson, chair; Joan Okin, vice
Physical Properties
Tony Marotta, chair; Harold Crisp, vice
Public Relations
To be announced
Restaurant
Yolanda Hunt, chair; Sandy Marks, vice
Security & Transportation
Joyce Temple, chair; Leroy Salazar, vice
Tennis
Irving Abuz, chair; Ralph Sheaffer, vice.
beginning Thursday, Feb. 6.
Did You Know?
About the 2014 Tax Aide Program
provided by AARP Rossmoor Chapter
583? Every Wednesday tax counselors
are available free of charge to assist
residents with their 2013 income tax
returns. Sign ups are required, see full
article on page 43 of this issue.
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What’s New & Different?
This Health & Fitness “section” is a joint venture of the
news and health advisory committees. We have grouped health
and fitness information in one place. The intent is to make access to the information easier for readers. If you like it, we will
continue this set up; if you do not, we still want to hear from
you. Please email [email protected], attention LW News
Advisory Committee, which prepared this notice.
Acetaminophen
Great Drug with Important Toxicity
by Sandra McLeskey, RN, PhD
We have all had the
experience of trying to cope
with the flu? Body ache?
High fever? Hacking cough?
When this happens, we may
seek relief from the various
over-the-counter remedies
lining the shelves of the
pharmacy. While there is
relief to be found, there are
grave dangers that you may
be unaware of.
An attractive 23-yearold woman had a bad case
of the flu, with body aches,
fever and cough. Desperate
for relief, she took some Tylenol for her fever and body
aches, a liquid cold remedy
to help her sleep, and an overthe-counter cough medicine.
After a week or so, her flu
was much better. But then
she began to feel lethargic
and nauseated, and her skin
took on a distinct yellowish
tint. Two weeks later, she
was dead.
In contrast, a 64-yearold man had severe osteoarthritis in his knees. He
took generic acetaminophen
every day for his knee pain
- two 500 mg tablets in the
morning and two more about
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three in the afternoon. At that
dose, he was able to function
without undue pain. If he had
nasal congestion, he used a
decongestant nasal spray
like Afrin (oxymetazoline)
or a decongestant pill like
Sudafed (sudephedrine).
He treated allergies with an
antihistamine like Allegra
or Zyrtec. He continued in
this way for many years in
good health.
What is the difference
between these two people?
Why did one die and the other
do well? Hidden in the descriptions of the medicines in
the two anecdotes is the fact
that many prescription and
other over-the-counter drugs
contain the same primary ingredient —acetaminophen.
The young woman overdosed on acetaminophen
because she did not read the
labels and calculate the total
dose that she was taking.
Other than Tylenol, none of
the medications that the man
took contain acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen is a
very safe and extremely
effective drug that relieves
pain and decreases fever. But
it is also the leading cause
of acute liver failure in the
U.S. That is because at high
doses, our body may change
the acetaminophen molecule
into another molecule that
kills liver cells. The young
woman described above
was taking acetaminophen
in each of the preparations
she was using to treat her
flu – the Tylenol tablets, the
liquid cold preparation, and
the cough medicine. She
took so much acetaminophen
that all her liver cells were
killed. She died while waiting for a liver transplant.
It is extremely safe
to take acetaminophen at
doses up to 4,000 mg per
day, the equivalent of eight
extra-strength tablets. But
at doses above that, liver
damage may occur. Note
that acetaminophen comes in
different doses – so read the
label! But you must also add
in the amounts of acetaminophen from prescriptions and
over-the-counter medications. Some prescription
pain pills, like Vicodin or
Percocet, contain acetaminophen along with an opioid
Alzheimer’s Disease
by Arthur Kaufman, member, Leisure World Health Advisory Committee
t is no wonder that
we fear this disease.
Alzheimer’s gradually robs its victims
of their identities.
Many individuals
remain happy and unbothered by their loss of memory.
Those people inevitably find
their existence ever constricting as they drift farther and
farther from their former
selves.
In 1980, nearly three
million Americans had dementia caused by Alzheimer’s. That number has since
doubled. It will increase
almost threefold to 16 million in the next 40 years.
The greatest risk factor for
developing Alzheimer’s
dementia is old age and
America is rapidly aging.
One in nine Americans over
65 has the disease and one in
three over 85.
The cause of Alzheimer’s dementia is unknown;
however, there is a correlation with the deposit of
beta-amyloid in the brain
substance and the disease.
Eli Lilly has developed a
radioactive molecule for
patients who are being evaluated for Alzheimer’s disease
and other causes of cognitive
decline that results in forgetfulness and/or disorientation.
The molecule attaches to
beta-amyloid and can be
detected by means of a PET
(positron emission tomography) scanner, which detects
the radioactivity. Unfortunately, 20 percent of the cases
result in false positives since
beta-amyloid also exists in
cognitively normal elderly
people.
According to a recent
article in the New England
Journal of Medicine, Alzheimer’s disease is the
most expensive illness in
the United States. Both the
number of sufferers and the
costs are dramatically increasing. The widely touted
National Alzheimer’s Plan,
while welcomed and well-
intentioned, is less than the
proverbial drop-in-a-bucket
when set against the soaring
economic needs of patients
and caregivers alike. And
despite several billion dollars
in pharmaceutical research
over the past 10 years, no
new treatments have demonstrated sufficient efficacy
to gain FDA approval.
One interesting theory
about the likelihood of
developing Alzheimer’s
disease has to do with hygiene.
Surprisingly, a recent study
provides evidence that rates
of Alzheimer’s disease rise
in lockstep with increased
levels of hygiene and reduced
rates of infection. Superhygienic countries with low
rates of infection, such as
Switzerland, have rates of
Alzheimer’s disease that are
12 percent higher than the
rates observed in the world’s
least hygienic nations. These
findings are exactly what
one would have predicted,
Please turn to page 40
painkiller. In prescription
medications, acetaminophen may be designated
as “APAP.” (Read the flyer
that comes with your prescription!) Over-the-counter
cold pills, allergy pills, or
pills to promote sleep may
contain acetaminophen. This
ingredient, with the number
of milligrams, is listed on
the label.
According to the FDA,
more than half of the cases
of acute liver failure due to
acetaminophen overdose
in the U.S. were in patients
taking prescription pain
pills that contained acetaminophen. Others were
due to people taking more
than one over-the-counter
medication that contained
acetaminophen, as with the
case above. Additionally,
acetaminophen toxicity has
occurred in people taking
normal doses of acetaminophen who also ingested high
levels of alcohol.
So what can residents
do to protect themselves?
First, always read the label
of anything you are taking. It
is much safer to take medications that only contain one
active ingredient. Overthe-counter medications that
have more than one ingredient may have labels like
“Multisystem Cold and Flu.”
Liquid cold medications
frequently contain more
than one ingredient, and may
contain as much as 650 mg
of acetaminophen. Your total
acetaminophen consumption
should be less than 4,000 mg
per day. Second, do not take
alcohol and acetaminophen
together. They may both
damage your liver such that
their effects might be additive, so there is no simple
way to calculate that.
For more information,
go to the FDA web site
(fda.gov/forconsumers) and
search on acetaminophen.
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When to Call an Ambulance
by Carol Neckar and Joan Okin
Many people delay
calling an ambulance or
refuse to call one for a
variety of reasons, including, “It’s not that bad,”
while holding the tip of
your finger in your hand
or, “I’m really okay,” from
a person lying on the floor.
So, when and why should
you call 911 for an ambu-
lance instead of driving
yourself or someone else
to the hospital emergency
room?
There are several
questions to ask when
deciding if you should
call 911. Is the patient’s
condition life-threatening? Could the condition
worsen? Could moving
the patient cause further
harm? Does the person
require the skills of paramedics? Could distance,
traffic, or weather conditions cause a delay in
getting to the hospital?
Certain medical situations definitely require
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When you call 911
for an ambulance, the
emergency medical community is alerted that
help is needed. When the
ambulance arrives, the
patient receives an expert
evaluation and treatment
can begin. If the patient is
injured, the EMTs know
how to move the person
without causing further
problems. In addition,
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to provide medical care
en route to the hospital
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situations if they occur;
also they are aware of the
quickest route to the hos-
pital and are able navigate
quickly though any traffic.
The ambulance crew will
alert the hospital about
the patient’s condition.
Knowing this allows the
ER staff to move into action immediately.
When calling an
ambulance, try to speak
calmly and clearly as you
answer the dispatcher’s
questions. Be prepared to
give your name, address,
phone number, and nature
of the medical emergency.
Some people are
concerned that they will
be charged for ambulance
service, so they hesitate
to call. But, according
to Montgomery County
government information,
county residents will
NEVER receive a bill
or pay a co-pay, deductible, or any out-of-pocket
expenses when using an
ambulance. Beginning in
January 2013, The EMS
Law authorized Montgomery County Fire &
Rescue Service to seek
reimbursement for ambulance transport from
private health insurance
plans, Medicare, or Medicaid. Whatever these
plans pay for ambulance
rides will be considered
payment in full. For those
county taxpayers without
health insurance, the ride
is also covered. No ambulance paramedic will ask
for insurance information.
This law is expected to
raise about $18 million a
year without raising taxes,
fees or costing residents
anything. One hundred
percent of this money will
be dedicated to the Fire &
Rescue service.
The bottom line . .
. it is always better to be
safe than sorry. So even
if you are unsure about the
severity of the problem,
call an ambulance!
“Be Active, Have Fun, Be Happy”
by Richard Sherman, president of the Fitness and Exercise Club
I have begun
participating in a study
by the National Institute
of Health with the
National Institute On
Aging, which is being
conducted at the Harbor
Hospital in Baltimore. The
Baltimore Longitudinal
Study on Aging (BLSA)
began in 1958 to study
physiological changes
associated with normal
aging and to provide
important insight into
disease processes and
keys to successful aging.
To d a t e , o v e r
3,000 individuals have
contributed invaluable
data on all aspects of
human aging from heart
and lung functions to nerve
conduction and muscle
strength to mental status
and personality. One of
their recent publications
contains the following
advice: “Participating in
Activities You Enjoy More Than Just Fun And
Games.
“There are many
things you can do to
help yourself age well.
Physical activity, exercise,
and making healthy food
choices are the cornerstone
for most suggestions
about healthy aging. But
emerging research also
indicates the possibility
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that engaging in social
and productive activities
you enjoy, like taking an
art class or volunteering
in your community, may
also help maintain your
well being. A number of
early studies found that
people who are involved
in hobbies and other
social and leisure pursuits
might be at lower risk for
some health problems,
including dementia.
They might even live
longer. In one study,
older adults who reported
participating in social
activities or meaningful,
productive activities lived
longer than people who
did not. Researchers are
exploring if participation
in these kinds of activities
can be the direct cause of
positive health outcomes.
Although more research
is needed, researchers
think that over the long
term the participants may
have decreased their risk
for disability, dependency,
and dementia in later life.”
If anyone is interested
in being considered
for participation in this
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can either call, 1-800225-2572 or email
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MedStar Pharmacy: Personal Service and Convenience
by Martha Robinson
When patients arrive
at the MedStar Pharmacy,
they are greeted by Pharmacy Manager Laurie
Buonaccorsi, Pharmacist
Ann Dukes, or Pharmacy
Tech Tola Faturoti.
Laurie Buonaccorsi,
new to the community
as of October 2013, is
impressed with the convenience of the pharmacy
location. “Minutes from
the homes of LW residents,” it is just inside the
medical center, next to
the main lobby sign-in
window. Parking is ample
for picking up or dropping off prescriptions.
Patients who see
outside doctors are welcome to use the pharmacy. Many patients are
likely to be greeted by
name by Ann Dukes, who
has worked at the pharmacy for about 15 years.
She has experienced the
days of old-fashioned
slow, manual record
keeping, and the recent
transition to a state-ofthe-art, fully automated
system.
“It has been a quantum leap,” she says,
“being able to track
every single step of the
prescription-filling process, from receipt of an
RX, through insurance
considerations, verifications, and patient pick-up
or delivery.”
In unison, the threemember staff wants patients to know that the
MedStar Pharmacy “is
a complete pharmacy
with a deep enough inventory, to provide RX
services equivalent to
big-box stores, retail
chains, and mail-order
providers.” The pharmacy team also wants
residents to know that
they can provide much
more. “It is the continuity
of personal service that
defines our niche,” says
Laurie Buonaccorsi and
Ann Dukes. “Patients
delivery costs $5.
The new pharmacy
manager is certified to
give vaccinations as well
as to deliver Medication
Therapy Management
Services (MTM) to qualified patients—individuals with multiple medical conditions requiring
complicated medication
regimens. As a MTM
practitioner, Laurie Buonaccorsi is equipped
to identify medication-
MedStar Pharmacists Ann Dukes and Laurie Buonaccorsi,
and Pharmacy Tech Tola Faturoti, who is completing a
MS in Health Care Management.
deserve direct access
to their pharmacist and
time to confer about their
tor can specify “home
delivery” or patients can
request that the pharmacy
MedStar Pharmacy
at the Medical Center
3305 North LW Boulevard
301 598-1005
Open M-F, 8 am-6 pm
Open Sat., 9 am-3 pm
medicines.” A special
service that Medstar offers is home delivery of
prescriptions. The doc-
arrange for it. The cost is
$4 for same-day delivery,
paid by the patient to the
LW driver. Emergency
related problems and
make recommendations
to patients, doctors, and
caregivers. To be “covered” by insurance, patients must be referred
for MTM services. Otherwise, the cost is $75
out-of-pocket.
Patient Education
Programs Coming Soon
In March, Laurie
Buonaccorsi will discuss
medicines of interest to
people attending a meet-
ing of the LW peripheral
neuropathy group.
Pharmacy staff this
spring plans to launch a
patient education program. Screenings and
seminar-type activities,
to be led by Notre Dame
(college) of Maryland
and University of Maryland students, will cover
such topics as anti-coagulant and blood pressure
medications and diabetes
screening.
Job Well Done
I wish to commend
McFall & Berry, and especially their hard working
crews, for their prompt
response to the recent snowstorm.
While we were snug in
our warm beds, those guys
were out in the middle of
the night getting a head start
on the shoveling task. They
were battling, not only the
snow, but temperatures that
were record breakingly low.
I want other LW residents to know how much I
appreciate McFall & Berry’s
good work.
Mary Lou Furgurson
Mutual Boards of
Directors
For the first time since
moving here, we recently sat
in on our Mutual’s regularly
scheduled board of directors
meeting. We were very impressed by these volunteers
who contribute their time,
care, and just plain hard work
for the benefit of the Mutual
members. We feel reasonably
certain that the same can be
said for the boards of directors of the other Mutuals of
Leisure World, and we would
recommend attendance at
Mutual board meetings to
all of our fellow residents.
Keep in mind also that one
or more of each Mutual’s
directors also serve on the
Leisure World board of directors. Unfortunately, these
hard-working volunteers
often do not get the praise
they deserve.
Lucia McAnallen
Paul E. Grayson
**Residents are invited to submit their Thoughts and
Opinions for this new column.
We Live in Hostile,
Dangerous Times
by David Frager
We can agree that the
ancient Chinese curse about
living in interesting times
certainly applies to us—we
can hardly go on the web or
open a newspaper without
being alarmed about old
crises in foreign affairs getting worse or new problems
that seem to require our attention. In the face of these
crises, we have a diminishing
interest in military initiatives
and are concerned about the
resources needed to pursue
an active foreign policy. This
extends to what is called “soft
power.”
There is more competition for influence and
the ability to control scarce
resources and key transportation routes. We are
very aware that the Chinese
government is making large
investments around the
world—especially in Africa
and South America—that
will give them leverage
over business and political
decisions in those areas.
Considering the scarce—and
plentiful—raw materials becoming available in Africa,
this can have a severe impact
on the cost of raw materials
and finished goods to the
United States. The ability of
China to control the avail-
ability of rare earth deposits
has already had an impact
on Japanese manufacturing.
In addition to the necessity to keep open vital
global transportation routes,
such as the Malacca straits,
the United States has also
found itself hamstrung when
governments seeking more
revenue or rival political
factions limit our routes in
and out of Afghanistan. In
Pakistan, vital routes were
compromised recently when
a local official closed roads to
protest the death of civilians
resulting from United States
drone attacks on the Taliban.
Leisure World residents will explore these
issues and many others in
Great Decisions program
discussions this spring. For
example, many residents
have significant concerns involving Israel and the Middle
East. What are the real possibilities for a peace agreement, and what is the impact
of the unrest in North Africa
and the Middle East on Israel
and the United States? This
includes issues involving
energy independence. Major
factors that can be helpful in
understanding these ongoing
and emerging challenges include sovereignty, ethnicity,
resources, and personalities.
David Frager is vice
chair of the board of the
Corporation, a docent at
the Smithsonian Museum
of American History, and
a former instructor at the
National Defense University.
His government career was
largely spent on the staff of
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the Office of the Secretary of
Defense. He has led the LW
Great Decisions program
for five years.
Shorter Seniors Epidemic
by Jack B. Ralph
When I was six feet
tall, I had it all. I stood
straight and tall and played
basketball. Then I ate and ate
and gained lots of weight.
Now I’m five foot eight.
Here is how it works.
You have bones in your back.
Twenty-three vertebrae. You
have six in the neck, 12 in
the upper back and five in
the lower back.
For your protection,
you have little discs between
the vertebrae. The discs keep
the bones from rubbing
together.
The discs are also like
shock absorbers in a car. But
the discs are like blintzes
or jelly doughnuts. If you
squeeze the donut or blintz
too hard, applying pressure,
like carrying heavy weight
or like gaining a lot of body
weight, the jelly or cream
cheese squirts out and does
not come back. The discs
shrink in height.
So nu? You shrink and
it is permanent. The height
never comes back and it
continues until you lose a
few pounds.
Furthermore, without
a good disc, the bone could
even get close to the spinal
chord. Now you have
sciatica.
If you want, go have
a cookie. Maybe, just one.
Have some sugar? Not me.
I am short enough.
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Kiwanis Hosts Pancake Breakfast Buffet
& Fashionable Boutique by David Firestone
Kiwanis Club of Leisure World will host a delicious Pancake Breakfast
Buffet and Fashionable Boutique on Saturday, March 1.
The breakfast buffet is from
8 to 11 am in Clubhouse I’s
Crystal Ballroom. The boutique in the ballroom opens
at 9 am and continues until
noon. Tickets for the Pancake
Breakfast Buffet will be
available in the E&R office
in Clubhouse I beginning at
8:30 am on Tuesday Feb.
4 for $8 per person, check
only payable to Kiwanis of
Leisure World.
The buffet will include
pancakes, syrup, sausages,
juices, assorted jellies, coffee
and tea. The boutique (no
charge) will include costume
jewelry, accessories, books,
and a variety of timeless
treasures. Drawings for six
separate theme baskets will
also be held at the boutique.
Baskets include spa items
for your pleasure at home,
feel-so-good items in your
home, a variety of teas, vari-
ous wines, Italian items for
your kitchen, and a basket of
items Just for Men. Tickets
for the basket drawings are
three for $2 and 10 tickets
for $5 for the basket of your
choice. The drawings will
be at noon. Winners of the
baskets who are not present
at the drawing may pick up
their basket from the E&R
office after the event.
All proceeds from the
breakfast and boutique will
be for the benefit of the children of Montgomery County.
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Water Volleyball—A Sport for All Seasons By Rincy Pollack
nthusiastically
jumping up in the
water, smacking
the wet ball as it flies into
reach, waiting for a possible immediate volley
in return while alert and
ready for any contingency,
it’s the Thursday evening
Leisure World volleyball
team in action—in the
middle of winter, despite
icy parking spots and
18-degree temps!
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This evening group
is no fly-by-night team. It
is the official team in the
community. There is even
a banner, displayed at each
pool, which proudly states:
“Official Home of L. W.
Varsity Volleyball…still
undefeated.” Played all
year, in the outside pool in
summer and in the inside,
social pool in winter, water volleyball is an almost
perfect all-weather sport.
And what an excellent sport it is. Exercise in
the water is not as physically demanding as on land
because water cushions
the body, yet the exercise
is just as rewarding. In
addition, it is a safe sport.
When players fall, they
just fall back in the water.
Leisure World residents of
all ages participate in the
games, including in their
80s and 90s. Of course,
some people play more
often than others. New
people are always encouraged to join.
“Our volleyball
group is so much more
to most of its players than
just a sports activity,” says
Julie Friedman, one of 40
members.
”It is the camaraderie; we are friends who
do many things together.
In fact, over the years,
we’ve become almost like
a family,” she says. “We
have several parties a year,
such as one for the Fourth
of July, one to end the
summer season, and one
for the winter holidays.
Many of us play ‘Trivia’
together on Thursday
evenings and always sit
together at a specific table
in the Crystal Ballroom. In
addition, groups of us often
go out to dinner.” A few
years ago the group even
ordered team tee shirts that
players wear at the pool in
summer.
Summer games,
held every day from 3:30
- 4:30 PM, were first
started about 13 years ago
in the outdoor pool. This
activity is so popular that
it is limited to 12 players
on each side to eliminate
crowding. As interest in
water volleyball grew,
the group started indoors
games about six years
ago. In the winter, relaxed
games without scoring and
with very few rules are
scheduled for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
and Sundays from 3 - 4
PM. A slightly more competitive, structured game
with scoring and official
rules is held on Thursday
evenings from 6:45 to 8.
Usually 12 players show
up for this game.
Interested in joining
the volleyball group? Call
or email Julie Freidman
(301 598-5424,
Julie12401@netscape.
net/).
INFORCE
Tax Assessment Appeals Board Chief to Speak by Jay Harding, president
Arnold Gordon,
chairman of the Montgomery County Property
Tax Appeals Board will
speak to the INFORCE
group at 2 PM on Monday,
Feb. 10 at Clubhouse I. He
will overview the state tax
assessment system and
discuss assessment appeal
procedures. A nationally
recognized expert in state
tax matters, he has just
been reappointed to a four
year term by Governor
O’Malley.
The INFORCE
spring program will feature a series of prominent
speakers on issues of
compelling interest to
residents. And we will
continue to recognize outstanding L.W. citizens and
organizations that have impacted the public service
and the quality of life in
the community. On behalf
of Governor O’Malley, INFORCE President Jay Harding recently presented a
“Governor’s Citation” to
Rev. Robert Perry on his
retirement from the InterFaith Chapel.
The INFORCE
Executive Committee is
preparing a list of recommendations to the Leisure
World Community Corporation Board of Directors
(BOD) addressing such
issues as advisory committee membership, the
Brand Report, ethics code
and conduct enforcement,
BOD spending practices,
fiduciary responsibilities,
open meetings, CCOC
compliant resolutions,
citizen referendum and
the creation of a volunteer
ombudsman position.
INFORCE commits
to work collegially and
cooperatively with the
BOD to enhance and
promote democratic and
effective governance and
responsive management.
INFORCE welcomes
constructive ideas and
participation.
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“Living Long and Making It Work,” Program
For Patients’ Rights Council of Leisure World by Mary Ann Johnston
The next meeting of
the Patients’ Rights Council
of Leisure World is Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 1:30 PM in
Clubhouse I. The speaker is
Miranda Sanborn, RN, MS,
from Suburban Hospital
whose topic is “Living Long
and Making it Work.” A staff
nurse at Suburban for 11
years, Ms. Sanborn will talk
about on health and social issues that should be of interest
to retirement age people like
ourselves. This is a program
that has been presented at the
Holiday Park Senior Center.
All residents and guests are
invited to this informative
presentation; no reservation
is necessary.
In January, our speaker
was Maryland Assistant Attorney General Paul Ballard.
Mr. Ballard is counsel to the
Maryland State Advisory
Council on Quality Care at
the End of Life. Meetings of
the council are open to the
public. It advises the General
Assembly in matters related
to the provision of care at the
end of life and was an advisory in the development of
MOLST (Medical Orders for
Life Sustaining Treatment).
Legislation was passed in
the 2011 legislative session
authorizing the development
of MOLST and, after many
revisions; the document became effective Jan. 1, 2013.
Mr. Ballard gave us copies
of the form with instructions
and these along with other
handouts will be available at
the February meeting.
Mr. Ballard stated that
the MOLST document deals
with the patient’s present
condition and current treatment choices and is a tool that
should be used appropriately.
It is not necessary to check
every line on the form and the
patient may also decline the
form. The MOLST document
requires a signature and date
by the physician or nurse
practioner as this form is a
valid order for treatment. A
new MOLST form shall be
prepared whenever there is a
change in orders. A copy of
the original of every completed MOLST form must
be given to the patient or
authorized decision maker
within 24 hours or sooner
if the patient is discharged
or transferred. The patient
(or decision maker) and
doctor or nurse practioner
shall review the document
annually and update if appropriate; this shall also be
done whenever the patient
is transferred between health
care facilities or programs or
has a substantial change in
health status. It is important
for the patient and decision
maker to be aware of these
requirements. Nursing facili-
ties are required to review the
MOLST form on a regular
basis and document the
review.
Mr. Ballard also
stressed the importance of
having an advanced care
directive and discussing this
with family so they know
your wishes. The ideal is for
family to know what the patient would want if cognitive.
The slate of officers for
2014 will be presented at the
February meeting. Volunteers for office are welcome;
nominations will be accepted
from the floor.
N A R F E
Chapter
#1143
by Barbara Walter,
President
Mike Conrad from the
Montgomery County Police
Department is our speaker
on Monday, Feb. 17. He
will discuss keeping seniors
safe, including ID theft,
driver safety, frauds and
scams, home safety and safe
shopping habits. We are in
Clubhouse I, with the meeting at 2 PM, but come early
for snacks and conversation
at 1:30. All residents are
welcome to attend as these
issues are important.
I did receive good suggestions for speakers at our
last meeting, which I am
working on along with the
Montgomery County Speakers Bureau. I promise we will
have interesting meetings
each month. Keep in touch
if you hear a speaker you
would recommend or think
of a subject you might want
to know more about.
I hope you are keeping
warm and safe. I look forward to seeing you on Feb.
17. Come to these meetings
as I work hard to get speakers.
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The Right Care at the Right Place.
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Parkinson’s Support Group By Manny Horowitz
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Call Barbara, 301-384-4390!
The next meeting of
the Parkinson’s Support
Group is Tuesday, Feb. 11
at 3 PM. Nancy Nickell, a
fitness instructor who has
taught several classes entitled “Gentle Challenge” in
Clubhouse II, is our speaker.
She was originally scheduled
to speak in December, but
the meeting was cancelled
because of snow.
Nancy holds a Group
Fitness Instructor certificate
from the American Council
on Exercise (ACE) as well
as one from the Aerobics
and Fitness Association of
America (AFAA). She also
has three Zumba licenses:
basic, gold and aqua. She
will briefly discuss the importance of exercise for
Parkinson’s patients.
This topic is widely
covered in publications on
Parkinson’s disease. For ex-
ample, a Johns Hopkins Press
health book, second edition,
“Parkinson’s Disease” by Dr.
Weiner, Shulman and Lang
that states “We cannot overemphasize the importance
of exercise for people with
Parkinson’s disease.” Another publication, “Exercise:
A Guide from the National
Institute on Aging” contains
very useful information,
including a section on chair
exercises (800-222-2225).
The session will include seated exercises designed to improve your
breathing, flexibility, sense
of balance, strength and vocal range. Please bring two
unopened bottles of water
to be used as weights during
the meeting, as well as water
to drink.
The success of the
meeting will be judged by
how many actually start their
own exercise program.
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“JustUs” Supports a Ban on Toxic Lawn
Chemicals in L.W. by S.L. Katzman,”JustUs” Co-Convenor
The “JustUs” mission is “to preserve and
enhance the quality of life
and property values of all
LW residents.” Leisure
World governance and its
management must step into
the 21st century, and “Go
Green” in order to, above
all else, protect the residents
health and welfare. In that
respect, throughout 2013,
we provided the LW BOD
and its Landscape Advisory
Committee with numerous
scientific studies and published articles regarding the
serious health problems in
humans and animals, resulting from the application of
multiple toxic lawn chemicals. These include glyphosate (“Roundup”), a chemical
proven to be carcinogenic
even in the minuscule parts
per trillion range.
Each member of the
LW Executive Committee
and LW board have been
provided a copy of the “Discussion of 11 chemical
pesticide active ingredients
proposed for use at Leisure
World Maryland by McFall
& Berry Landscapers,” as
prepared especially for Leisure World by Dr. Diana Post,
a veterinarian and executive
director of the Rachel Carson
Council.
L.W.
Ballroom
Dance Club
By Jackie Harrell
The dance is Saturday,
Feb. 22 in Clubhouse I’s
Crystal Ballroom. Music will
be provided by Ray Bastinelli
from 7:30 to 10:30 PM.
Since the January
dance was cancelled due to
the weather, you can pay your
dues at the February dance.
There is a makeup
dance later in the year. For
reservations, call Joan Soffer
(301-598-2528 or [email protected]).
Everyone is invited.
In October 2013, Dr.
Post was invited to address the LW Landscape
Advisory Committee. Dr.
Post discussed the toxic
characteristics associated
with active ingredients in
the products used by Leisure
World, of which (six including “Roundup) are identified
as Class C and D carcinogens. These have been reported and documented to
have caused death, illness
and neurological effects to
humans, dogs, cats, birds,
fish and bees.
LW governance, management and advisory committee members have been
made aware that several
dogs within Leisure World
have taken ill and in at least
one case, died as a result of
the applications of chemicals, pesticide and herbicides
in this community.
Dr. Post will again
address the residents and
committee members at a
Landscape Committee workshop scheduled for Feb. 5 in
Clubhouse II. Dr. Post has
arranged for re-knowned
organic lawn care expert
Chip Osbourne to speak.
In response to the dangers posed by these toxic
chemicals, the following
communities have taken a
pro-active stance in protection of their citizens:
1. In July 2013, the Takoma Park Council showed
their concern for the health
and environmental safety
of its residents by passing
the Safe Grow Act of 2013,
effectively banning the use
of pesticides on private property.
2. In August 2013,
the DC Council passed the
Pesticide Education and
Control Amendment Act
restricting pesticides from
all government-owned property, private property around
schools and child-occupied facilities and properties
next to waterways.
3. The Kentlands Citizen Assembly in Gaithersburg voted to stop the uses
of pesticides in their tot-lots
and to further express their
concern that pesticides run
off into the Muddy Branch
stream affecting local drinking water.
Approximately 150
Canadian jurisdictions has
banned cosmetic/ornamental
use of pesticides.
5. After hearing testimony by Takoma Park and
D.C. legislators in September
2013, Montgomery County
Council member Roger Berliner is considering introduc-
ing pesticide legislation for
Montgomery County, Md.
All residents should
encourage every member of
Leisure World governance to
“do the right thing.” The only
safe and sensible choice is to
stop the use of toxic chemical applications in Leisure
World.
Be sure to attend the
“workshop.” If you would
like to receive an email with
the report by Dr. Diana Post”,
contact “JustUs”: [email protected].
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Rossmoor Art Guild (RAG)
by Dorre Faulkner
Our winter session is in
full swing despite the winter
weather. There will be makeup classes; check with your
teacher.
Ericka Jackson will
display her art in the Rossmoor Library in Clubhouse
I during February. Joy and
Bob Stromberg will have a
joint exhibit in the gallery
in Clubhouse II from March
through April.
Olney Art Association
will have its new art exhibit at
Brookeville Farm Restaurant
in February. Stop by for a
meal and enjoy the artwork
of many of our Leisure World
artists.
Our winter schedule is
as follows: Monday 1-3:30
PM—Paintbrush & Knife,
Barbara Piegari; Tuesday
9:30 am-noon—Any Medium, Leah Henrici; Tuesday
1-3:30 PM—Watercolor
Techniques, Jane Preece;
Wednesday 9:30-noon—
Any Medium, Leah Henrici;
Wednesday 1-3:30 PM—Oil/
Acrylics, Genevieve Roberts; Thursday 10 am-12:30
PM—Basic Watercolor, Millie Shott; Thursday 1-3:30
PM—Oil/Acrylics, Barbara
Piegari; Friday 9:30 amnoon—Basic Drawing, Ste-
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phen Hanks; Friday 1-3:30
PM—Watercolor-any level,
Firouze Sadeghi; Saturday
10 am-noon—Open studio
(with fee), Dan Ranhart,
monitor. Saturday afternoon
no class is scheduled. You are
invited to stop by any class
and find which one is right
for you!
Our dear registrar is in
the midst of cancer complications. We need a volunteer to
step into this position. The
duties include coming to the
monthly board meeting and
collecting checks for new
classes for the treasurer.
Our friendly RAG
board includes Dorre
Faulkner, Sheila Campbell,
Hope Gordon, Marion Jones,
Jan Clark, Patty Elton, Marion Callahan, Patty Eaton,
Loretta Morgan, Theresa
Milne, Marcia Gould and
Bob Moreland.
You will find becoming
involved in the Art Guild will
help to keep your brain fit,
improve your self-esteem
and confidence to reach your
potential. Getting to know
your fellow artist better and
having a say as to how the art
guild is run. Use it or lose it!
We need your help!
Any questions? Call
Dorre (301-438-3809). Help
me to help you be a happy
painter.
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The Eric Byrd Trio Brings an Afternoon of Jazz to Leisure World
T
he Foundation of
Leisure World and
the E&R Department
welcome back the Eric Byrd
Trio. They will perform in
Clubhouse II at 4:30 PM on
Saturday, Feb. 8. Tickets, $7
per person, are on sale in both
clubhouses.
The Eric Byrd Trio are
musicians whose vision is to
glorify the age of traditional
jazz while providing an energetic and modern approach
to standards and original
compositions at the same
time. They haveperformed
internationally for over
10 years. They are former
Kennedy Center/United
States State Department Jazz
Ambassadors, which provided them the opportunity
to tour Colombia, Bolivia,
Chile, Peru, Honduras and
Trinidad. Their international
touring includes concerts in
Estonia, Italy and Scotland,
at the Montreux Switzerland
Jazz Festival, multiple tours
of South America, and an
appearance at a world music festival in Dubai in the
United Arab Emirates.
They perform regularly at jazz venues in the
area, including at Blues Alley
and the Kennedy Center for
Performing Arts. The trio has
played at festivals throughout the U.S., headlining the
East Coast Jazz Festival, the
ARTScape Festival in Baltimore and The Westminster
Flower and Jazz Festival.
The Foundation of
Leisure World is a 501(c)
3 organization, established
for charitable, health, educational and cultural purposes.
Contributions to the foundation can be claimed as deductions on income tax returns to
the extent permitted by law.
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Glass
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Jewelry
Silver
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Lions Club of Leisure World By Sam Hack
At the Jan. 20 dinner
meeting, our chapter hosted
Dee Hawkins, district governor of our district, 22C.
Michael Bigler, second
vice-district governor and
Carl Vettel, cabinet treasurer, accompanied her. Mrs.
Hawkins spoke of the many
past dreams that came to
fruition.
In 1917, Melvin Jones,
a successful Chicago businessman, gathered a group
of men of means to form
a service organization to
return to the community by
supporting it. The organization became the Lions Club,
which now has a worldwide
membership of 1.35 million.
In a meeting with Helen
Keller, Lions were challenged to undertake a program to help the blind and
sight impaired. That program
now encompasses the collection, rehabilitation and
distribution of eyeglasses to
the needy; the training and
free distribution of leader
dogs; the establishment of
a youth camp for the vision
"Take Charge
of Your
Rehabilitation"
impaired, which has been
expanded to include hearing
impaired, and the establishment of the Wilmer Research
Center at John Hopkins.
Other successful programs include the elimination of River disease, which
blinded many Africans;
together with the Gates
Foundation working on
eliminating measles and,
more recently, eradicating
illiteracy.
Hawkins pointed out
that the forming of the Lions and all these programs
started out as dreams of some
people. She challenged us to
dream up more programs to
serve those in need.
The next dinner meeting is Monday, Feb. 17 in
Clubhouse I at 6 PM. We
will have a presentation from
our first responders from the
firehouse outside the Connecticut Avenue gate. The
theme is “how can we help
them to help us.” This program should be an interest to
all residents. We hope see you
there. If coming, please call
Dave Weiss (301-598-5707)
so arrangements can be made
with the caterer.
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JOEL'S EXECUTIVE
CAR SERVICE
Going It Alone Club News
by Mary Lou Furgurson
This column is going
to be all about recruitment.
We are looking for
someone (or more than
one) to be our travel director. For more than 14
years, Ruth Wallis has
planned and managed
all of our outings, from
day trips to cruises. Unfortunately for us, Ruth
is moving from Leisure
World to Columbia. The
good news is that she
has generously offered to
share her expertise with
her successor. We would
like to talk to anyone who
enjoys travel and thinks
planning trips for GIAC
would be interesting.
We already have several
people who assisted Ruth
in the past but prefer not
take on the number one
responsibility. Contact
me at 301-598-2777 or
[email protected]
now! We only have a short
time to take advantage of
Ruth’s personal attention
and information, although
she will be “only a phone
call away.”
The annual dinner was postponed until
spring, but we still plan to
have the same entertainment and will announce a
new date in a later issue.
The annual meeting
RONALD N. SHORE, M.D.
Board Certified Dermatologist
Assistant Professor of Dermatology - Johns Hopkins Hospital
Bedford Court
3701 International Drive
Removal of itchy or irritating growths
are covered by insurance.
• Treatment of all disorders of skin, hair and nails
• Medicare accepted
• Please call for appointments or information
301-468-2100
Our Goal is to Provide the Very Best Care and Service
is coming up in late May
or early June. Be prepared
to elect a president, secretary, programs director
and treasurer.
In spite of the cold
weather, Saturday nights
at Clubhouse II have been
well attended and we
look forward to seeing
you there.
301-438-9777
301-980-4734 (cell)
Airport • Trains • Doctor Visits
Get the Royal Treatment
Available 24 hours.
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with
the Brothers Flanagan from the E&R Department
Described as “barbershop voices with a blarney attitude” The Brothers Flanagan return to Leisure World on
St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17 at 7 PM in Clubhouse
II’s auditorium. Sponsored by the E&R Department, tickets,
$5 per person, go on sale in Clubhouse I and II at 8:30 am
on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
The Brothers Flanagan–Darrell Parsons, Robert Daniel
Bunning, Bernie Kellett and Bob Schiff–perform vocal quartet
arrangements of Irish American music. Most of the selections
are classic barbershop arrangements, such as “Danny Boy”
and “That’s an Irish Lullaby.” Others have a jazz influence,
such as “How Are Things in Glocca Morra” and “Scotland
the Brave,” from the show “Forever Plaid.” One of the
group’s most requested songs is a beautiful arrangement of
“The Irish Blessing.” They have been entertaining audiences
in the Washington, D.C., area for over 10 years and have
produced their own CD, The Flanagan Brothers.
So join The Brothers Flanagan (pictured above) for an
evening of toe-tapping, hand-clapping musical entertainment
that is sure to bring out the Irish in all of us.
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SUNDAY
Sunday, February 2
Clubhouse I
Have a Happy Day
Clubhouse II
6:00pm Baby Boomers Group
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Monday, February 3
Clubhouse I
Tuesday, February 4
Clubhouse I
9:15am Stretch & Tone Class
1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class
1:00pm CLL General Meeting
2:00pm L.W. Chorale
7:00pm Bingo
Clubhouse II
10:00am Clipper Workshop
12:30pm Men’s Bridge
1:00pm Chess Club
1:30pm Open Computer Lab
2:00pm Chair Yoga
4:00pm Ba Duan Class
6:30pm Pocket Billiards Play
Sunday, February 9
Clubhouse I
Have a Happy Day
Clubhouse II
2:30pm Fireside Forum
Monday, February 10
Clubhouse I
10:30am Garden/Envir Club Meeting
1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class
2:00pm L.W. Chorale
2:00pm INFORCE Group Meeting
7:00pm Bingo
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Chess Group
2:00pm Chair Yoga
4:00pm Ba Duan Class
9:00am Blood Pressure Testing
9:30am Art Class/Any Medium
10:00am Bible Study Class
1:00pm WC Techniques Class
7:00pm Duplicate Bridge
Clubhouse II
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, February 5
Clubhouse I
9:00am Income Tax Service
11:00am Short Story Group
1:00pm Oil/Acrylics Class
2:00pm Book Club Network
6:45pm Chicago Bridge
THURSDAY
Thursday, February 6
Clubhouse I
10:00am Painting for Everyone
11:00am Writers Workshop
12:30pm Ladies Bridge
1:00pm Essential Tremor Group
3:00pm Stamp Club
9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi
11:00am Mild Exercise Class
11:00am Water Exercise Class
1:00pmNon-Impact Water Exercise Class
1:30pm Comedy & Humor
3:00pm Aquasize Class
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Chess Club
1:00pm Ping Pong Club
3:00pm Conversational German
5:30pm Aqua Fit Class
7:30 pm Fun & Fancy Theatre
Clubhouse II
Tuesday, February 11
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse I
1:30pm Patients Rights Group Meeting
2:00pm Amateur Radio Club
7:00pm Book Club Network
Clubhouse II
9:00am Senior Sneakers Class
1:00pm Non-Impact Water Exercise Class
3:00pm Parkinsons Support Group
7:00pm Camera Club
10:15am League of Women Voters
1:30pm Low Vision Group
2:00pm Speaker Dawne Young
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Chess Club
1:00pm Ping Pong
1:30pm JRLW Program
10:00am Stitchers Group
1:00pmNon-Impact Water Exercise Class
2:00pm Urban Line Dance Class
3:30pm Art Guild Ed. Program
Clubhouse II
9:30am Quilters Group
10:00am MVA on Wheels
10:30am Macintosh Users Group
1:00pm Movie/Safe Haven
1:00pm Non-Impact Water Class
4:00pm Model Train Club
Mutual Board Meetings can be found on page
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Friday, February 7
Clubhouse I
Saturday, February 8
9:30am Basic Drawing Class
12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W.
1:30pm Watercolor/Any Level
2:00pm JustUs Group Meeting
3:00pm Hispanos De L.W.
7:00pm Friday Duplicate Bridge
Clubhouse I
9:00am Gentle Yoga Class
10:00am Open Art Studio
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse II
9:15am Shabbat Services
10:00am Fun & Fancy Auditions
4:30pm Eric Byrd Trio
7:00pm Going It Alone Social
and Bingo
7:00pm Baby Boomers Movie
Friday, February 14
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse I
9:30am Open Computer Lab
1:00pm Chess Club
1:00pm Friday Bridge Club
1:15pm Zumba Class
3:00pm Conversational Yiddish Class
3:00pm Fun & Fancy Auditions
Clubhouse II
10:00am Chinese Club of L.W.
1:00pm Chess Club
1:15pm Zumba Class
7:00pm Frank Curreri
“The Gloryof Love”
Clubhouse II
and Games
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Calendar of Events
Attention:
SUNDAY
Sunday, February 16
Clubhouse I
10:00am Jewish Breakfast Forum
2:00pm Peripheral Neuropathy
Clubhouse II
MONDAY
Monday, February 17
Clubhouse I
1:30pm Republican Club Meeting
2:00pm L.W. Chorale
2:00pm NARFE
6:00pm L.W. Lions Club
7:00pm Bingo
Clubhouse II
10:00am Clipper Workshop
1:00pm Chess Club
2:00pm Chair Yoga Class
4:00pm Ba Duan Exercise Class
Sunday, February 23
Clubhouse I
Have a Happy Day
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse I
9:00am Blood Pressure Testing
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Non Impact Water Class
1:30pm JRLW Program
WEDNESDAY
Clubhouse I
11:00am Short Story Group
12:30pm Hadassah Meeting
2:00pm Eyre Travel Show
2:00pmWoman’s Club New Member Tea
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Chess Club
6:30pm Evening Line Dance Class
Monday, February 24
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse II
1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife class
2:00pm L.W. Chorale
7:00pm Bingo
1:00pm Chess Club
2:00pmVideo/The Balkans
4:00pm Ba Duan Exercise Class
1:00pm WC Techniques Class
9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi Class
2:30pm U U’s Meeting
7:00pm Camera Club
1:00pm Chess Club
1:00pm Ping Pong
1:30pm Stroke Support Group
THURSDAY
Clubhouse I
11:00am Writers Workshop
7:00pm L. W. Democrats
Clubhouse II
FRIDAY
Friday, February 21
Clubhouse I
10:00am Book Network Group
12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W.
10:00am Stitchers Group
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse I
Friday, February 28
Clubhouse I
Clubhouse II
Clubhouse II
10:00am Basic Watercolors Class
2:00pm JRLW Program
9:30am Quilters Group
1:00pm Non-Impact Water Class
SATURDAY
Clubhouse I
7:30pm L.W. Ballroom Dance
Clubhouse II
& Bingo
11:00am Ping Pong Club
1:00pm Chess Club
1:15pm Zumba Gold Class
9:30am Basic Drawing Class
1:30pm Watercolor/Any Level
10:00am Chinese Club of L.W.
1:00pm Ping Pong Group.
1:00pm Chess Club
Saturday, March 1
Clubhouse I
9:00am Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
and Boutique
10:00am Open Art Studio
Clubhouse II
and Games
DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
BE SURE TO VERIFY BEFORE ATTENDING.
10:30am Jewish Friendship Group
2:00pm Movie/ “42”
6:30pm BabyBoomers Group
TUESDAY
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Democratic Club of Leisure World
by Emile Milne
Club Will Celebrate Black History Month at February Meeting
The Democratic Club
of Leisure World will celebrate Black History Month
at its monthly meeting in
February with lectures on the
Civil Rights Movement and
the contemporary struggle
over voting rights.
The event is Thursday,
Feb. 20 beginning at 7 PM
in the Crystal Ballroom in
Clubhouse II. Light refreshments will be served.
The program will feature two speakers: the first,
Dr. Paul Levy, will compare
the methods used by two of
the nation’s most effective
civil rights leaders. The
second, Hilary O. Shelton of
the NAACP, will examine the
contentious contemporary
struggle over voting rights.
Levy, EdD, is a resident and lecturer at the
Center for Adult Education,
which is sponsored by the
Jewish Community Center
of Greater Washington. Dr.
Levy’s lively classes are very
popular at Leisure World,
where last year he taught a
course in American history.
This term he will lecture on
civil liberties.
In his address, Dr. Levy
will compare the differing
approaches to promote racial
justice used by Thurgood
Marshall, the late Supreme
Court Justice, and the Rev.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Justice Marshall worked
through the court system to
Dr. Paul Levy
overturn inequitable laws,
while Dr. King appealed to
the conscience of the nation
by mobilizing his supporters
in peaceful protests.
Dr. Levy was a teacher
and administrator for 41
years at public schools in
Massachusetts, New Jersey
and Connecticut, as well as
the Georgetown Day School
in Washington, D.C. On
the college level, he taught
at Temple University in
Philadelphia and at Greenfield Community College in
Massachusetts. He earned his
doctorate at the University
of Massachusetts/Amherst.
The second speaker is
Hilary O. Shelton, director
of the NAACP’s Washington
Bureau and senior vice president for advocacy and policy.
He is the NAACP’s chief
advocate on Capitol Hill for
the organization’s federal
public policy agenda, which
includes equal employment
protection, education, gun
violence, racial profiling,
healthcare and voting rights
protection, as well as a host
of civil rights enforcement,
expansion and protection
issues.
At our meeting, Mr.
NAACP’s Hilary Shelton
Shelton will discuss the
role of the 500,000-member
organization in lobbying for
Congressional legislation
to modernize provisions of
the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
The Supreme Court struck
down key provisions of the
landmark law last summer.
The bill, which if enacted will
reassert federal oversight of
voting in some states, was
introduced on Jan. 16.
Mr. Shelton has had a
long career in federal policy
advocacy, including assignments at the United Negro
College Fund and the United
Methodist Church’s social
justice agency. Along the
way, he has played pivotal
roles in crafting and final
passage of the Civil Rights
Restoration Act, the Violence
Against Women Act, the
Hate Crimes Act, and the National Assault Weapons Ban.
Mr. Shelton holds degrees in political science,
communications, and legal
studies from Howard University in Washington, D.C.,
the University of Missouri in
St. Louis, and Northeastern
University in Boston.
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Your Old Friends from Cathy Gilmour Real Estate - Dedicated Since 1965 to Serving
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HOUSES
MORE TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY
BUCKINGHAM - 2BR, 1BA in Mutual 10. 2 car
garage, cathedral ceilings, new carpet & paint.
$156,900
H - Two bedroom, 2 bath, 6th floor of Bldg. 1, Greens
1. Newly renovated kitchen & baths, freshly painted,
new carpet, end unit with sunroom overlooking golf
course. Price includes garage.
$225,000
A building site in our wonderful community currently
treated as three condo units. It occupies the approximate footprint of the Rossmoor-IDI sales office
in Mutual 6B.
$450,000
B - On the eighth floor in Turnberry III. This popular
model offers 9' ceilings, two master suites, separate
living and dining areas that open to each other, table
space kitchen with pass through, delightful glassenclosed balcony.
$175,000
THREE BEDROOM APARTMENTS
BERKELEY - Two Bedroom townhouse with insulated, heated den addition overlooking golf course.
Some lovely updates include laminate floors on the
first floor.
$149,900
TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS
J w/ GARAGE - Great opportunity in Bldg. 6 - FAIRWAYS NORTH - spacious, updated, white glove,
enclosed balcony, lovely floorplan.
$189,000
J - On the third floor in Fairways South - great enclosed balcony accessible from LR & BR #2, just
listed.
$189,000
HAMPTON - 1,200 sq. ft. of easy living in Montgomery Mutual. 2BR, 1 bath, bright & sunny, patio. Pretty
view.
$77,000
EE - Located in The Overlook. Two bedrooms with
1,242 sq. feet of living space, large, modern great
room, separate dining room, enclosed balcony, gas
fireplace, spacious baths.
$235,000
D - Great third floor apt. in the Villa Cortese,
wonderful floor plan, fine location, neutral decor,
table space kitchen, enclosed balcony accessible
from living room and bedroom #2, close to everything.
$215,000
F w/GARAGE - First floor model in Greens II. Easy
walk-out from back door of building is convenient
to your front door. Spacious living space incl. table
space kitchen, two baths, lovely glass-enclosed
terrace, and garage parking.
$147,000
E w/ GARAGE - Located in Fairways South, new
kitchen - cabinets, granite, floor, appliances. New
tub and tile surround in master bath, new wall to
wall carpeting. Garage space.
$138,950
ELIZABETH - Largest apt. model in Montgomery
Mutual. Lots of light. 2 BR, 1 1/2 baths, some hardwood, new carpet, huge rooms.
$99,900
MONTE CARLO - Third floor in Mutual 15, elevator
building, includes free carport, two baths, balcony.
$135,000
Don’t you deserve
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Is selling now – with delivery NOW.
To learn more about this unique opportunity
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in our wonderful community, call or e-mail
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e-mail – [email protected]
website – MaynardTurow.LNF.com
C - Second floor condo in beautiful Creekside. Nice
upgrades, corian counter tops, maple cabinets, builtin microwave, glass-enclosed balcony with pleasant
views, table-space kitchen, master bedroom with bath,
second bedroom with tub bath.
$285,000
E - 2 bedrooms in Fairways North. Value priced &
move in ready. 2 BR, 2 baths, enclosed balcony.
$114,900
C - In Villa Cortese, 4th Floor, spacious 2 bedroom, 2
bath apartment with gleaming hardwood floors, beautiful sun room, updated table space kitchen & baths.
$198,000
ONE BEDROOM APARTMENTS
SHERWOOD/STAUNTON - Super efficiency w/ a
bedroom and FLORIDA ROOM, park view.
$52,000
EMERSON - Located on Haselemere Ct. in Mutual
12. One level spacious condo with private entry.
$102,000
STAUNTON - Montgomery Mutual's 1 bedroom efficiency. Private location on Broadwalk Park, close to
Clubhouse I.
$49,900
A - Delightful location in Bldg. 4 - The Greens - fifth
floor, enclosed balcony with great view, neutral colors,
some updating.
$115,000
TWO BEDROOMS PLUS APARTMENTS
S w/GARAGE – 3rd floor in wonderful Bldg. 6 – Fairways North – Large, bright & open spaces w/den plus
glass-enclosed sun room with tree top views. Some
hardwood floors, new carpet & paint. Garage space 15’
from elevator. Meticulously maintained, with den.
$219,900
R W/GARAGE - Live on top of the world in this
penthouse level dream in Building 5 - Fairways
South. Two bedrooms, two baths, plus den and
enclosed balcony with golf course view. Large and
beautiful with den.
$200,000
Q w/ LIBRARY - Fabulous 9th floor location in The
Overlook - access lovely enclosed balcony from LR,
BR #2 and breakfast area. Just listed.
$410,000
R - Enjoy a beautiful golf course view from glassenclosed balcony on the ninth floor of Building 5 Fairways South. This large condominium with two
bedrooms, two baths, plus den is in great condition.
Lots of updating, large table space kitchen.
$199,000
Free Notary Service by Appointment for Residents!
Please call and ask
for Frank Sergovic or Maynard Turow.
CAPRI - Second floor in Mutual 14 - close to
Clubhouse I and metro bus. Stainless steel kitchen
appliances, view of trees, from balcony, includes
covered carport space.
$169,500
G w/ GARAGE - In Villa Cortese, 4th floor. Huge,
more than 1600 sq. ft. New carpet, freshly painted,
table space kitchen with window, dining room with
window, powder room, living rm with SGD to encl.
balcony, lots of closet space. Balcony is also accessible from BR #3.
$429,000
RENTALS
LANDLORDS: Our quality of service will please
you. List with us and make your property work for
YOU!! TENANTS: Rentals can be hard to find but
we work with you to get the job done. Call Slavka,
our rental specialist, or email her at
[email protected].
Highland - Mut. 19B. 1BR, 1BA, breakfast Room,
ground floor with walkout.
$1150/mo. + electric
F - Vantage Point East - 2BR, 2BA, golf course
view.
$1600 + utilities
EMERSON - 1BR in Mutual 11 - $1250/mo. including utilities.
We are easy to find. Located on the
walkway between KOZI Cafe (the old
Starbucks/Coco Moka location)
and Shoes 4 Comfort. Come see us!
Why Not Give Our Agents A Try?
Zafar Gill - [email protected]
Jean Griffifth [email protected]
Dan Harper - [email protected]
Eileen Kane - [email protected]
Kathleen Kane - [email protected]
Slavka Novakova - [email protected]
Frank Sergovic - [email protected]
Frances Silk - [email protected]
Maynard Turow - [email protected]
Dedication Does Make A Difference!
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Eyre Leisure World Travel
Travel & Tour Department
301-598-1599
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:30 AM-2:00 PM
Reservations can be made Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM-5 PM by calling 301-854-6600 #4
Eyre at Leisure World Travel Office, located in Clubhouse I, is a department of Eyre Bus, Tour & Travel. We offer a full service travel agency that specializes in
airline reservations, cruises, group tours, vacation packages, hotel accommodations and auto rental. We have been providing “Excellence in Travel for 60 Years”.
Inclement Weather Policy: Please call 301-598-1599 after 7 am on the day of a trip to find out if we have cancelled, postponed or are going. If a trip is cancelled, you will also receive a phone call from us once the office is open.
day Trips
Gypsy at the Riverside Center in Fredericksburg, VA
Sun., March 2 – 11:00 am-7:30 pm – $99.00 per person
Trip includes: deluxe motorcoach transportation, lunch and show.
Leesburg Outlets and Stein Mart Mon., March 3
9:00 am-3:00 pm – $33.00 per person
The bus will shuttle once between the two hot shopping spots! Get a jump on your spring
wardrobe! Transportation only.
Philadelphia Flower Show – Tues., March 4
9:50 am-5:40 pm – $82.00 per person
Admission to show and deluxe motorcoach transportation is included. The 2014 flower show
will focus on how landscapes, gardens and floral arrangements have inspired artists from
the Old Masters to the Impressionists to today's Post Modernists. The main-entry feature will
include 20-foot-tall frames of plants representing famous paintings and sculptures created
throughout the centuries.
Museum Loop, Washington, D.C. – Tues., March 4
9:00 am-3:00 pm – $30.00 per person
This month you will have the choice of the Natural History Museum, National Portrait Gallery
or the National Gallery of Art. You choose which museum you want to spend your time at!
Transportation only. *Note: National Portrait Gallery opens at 11:30 am.
Sight & Sound "Moses" – Fri., March 28
9:45 am-8:15 pm – $133.00 per person
A Biblical epic that the whole family will enjoy! Lunch at Hershey Farm is included.
Newseum Day! Washington, D.C. Wed., April 2
9:00 am-3:00 pm $55.00 per person
Visit the Newseum and be amazed by the high-tech and interactive exhibits tracing the
history of the news reporting from the 16th century to the present. Transportation and
admission to Newseum included in price. Lunch on own!
Draper's & Damon's – Wed., April 2
10:00 am-3:00 pm – $35.00 per person
Cherry Blossom Tour – Fri., April 4
9:45 am-3:00 pm - $65.00 per person
Tour the cherry blossoms in D.C. with visits to WWII, FDR & Martin Luther King, Jr. memorials.
Lunch at Pier 7 included.
Odyssey Cherry Blossom Cruise
Mon., April 7 - 9:30 am-3:15 pm - $99 per person
Springfest in Ocean City Maryland
Sat., May 3 – 7:45 am-9:00 pm – $60.00 per person
Held at the Ocean City Inlet, this event features arts & crafts vendors, popular entertainment
and a variety of delicious food! Transportation only.
Brandywine River Museum & Hotel Dupont Tea
Fri., May 9 – 8:45 am-7:10 pm – $99.00 per person
The Brandywine River Museum is well-known for its collection of three generations of Wyeths
and American illustration, landscape painting, and still life. A lunch voucher is included at the
museum and then it’s off to the famous Hotel Dupont for a scrumptious High Tea surrounded
by more original Wyeth paintings.
Museum Loop – Tues., May 13
9:30 am-3:00 pm – $30.00 per person
Visit a Smithsonian museum. You choose from one of the following: African Art, Air and
Space, American Indian or the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Deluxe motorcoach
transportation only.
Ladies Night in a Turkish Bath, Allenberry Playhouse
Wed., May, 14 – 9:30 am-6:30 pm – $100.00 per person
Come enjoy this hilarious comedy! Lunch include in trip as well.
Tours
and
Cruises/MulTi-day Trips
Memorials of War: Normandy & Paris May 1-10 with Collette
Vacations
Canadian Rockies by Train May 19-27 with Collette Vacations
Moose Trax – May 27-June 1
Alaska Adventure June 17-27 with Collette Vacations Land and
Cruise. Call for details!
Trains of the Colorado Rockies Sept. 5- 13 with Collette Vacations
Cruises ouT of BalTiMore for 2014
Enjoy a leisurely luncheon cruise along the Potomac River for abreathtaking view of the World
Famous Cherry Blossoms in Washington, D.C. Step aboard the "Odyssey" and experience
the elegance and entertainment only a true cruising vessel can provide. Creative appetizers,
entrees and desserts are prepared on board daily. See the unmatched views of our nation's
greatest monuments as they drift past your table.
Rocky the Musical on Broadway – Sat., April 12
7:15 am-11:30 pm – $219.00 per person
Rocky brings to life the story of struggling small time Philly boxer, Rocky Balboa, who gets
a once-in-a-lifetime shot to go the distance against heavyweight champ Apollo Creed. The
new musical is based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name, which starred
co-librettist Sylvester Stallone in the title role. Orchestra seating.
Azaleas at the National Arboretum – Fri., April 25
9:00 am-3:00 pm - $65.00 per person
The motorcoach will drive through the National Arboretum. Then passengers will have the opportunity
to explore the wonderful azaleas and other areas at the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C.
before heading to Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant for lunch. Spring is in the air!
Georgetown House Tour – Sat., April 26
10:00 am-6:00 pm – $87.00 per person
Wondering what those stately historic homes in Georgetown are like on the inside? Wonder
no more. For the 83rd year, the always-popular Georgetown House Tour - reportedly the
longest-running house tour in the country - gives participants an opportunity to go inside
some of Georgetown's most interesting, inspiring and historic homes. Houses are arranged
for easy walking at your own pace taken in the order you prefer.
Some trips require a certain amount of walking. The shoe symbol
Easy Walking
Crystal Ballroom for a Preview of Eyre Trips for 2014
2:00 pm-4:00 pm Refreshments served and prizes.
So much to see and do in New Hampshire! Take an evening Moose Tour, Dinner Train,
Cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, Aerial Tramway, National Parks, Meet the Clydesdales at
the Budweiser Factory and so much more! Overnight at Foxwoods Casino on the return trip
home!
Enjoy shopping, a little lunch and 20 percent off all in-store purchases.
Book by Feb. 20 and save $5.
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Casino Trips
Hollywood Casino in Charles Town WV – Fri., Feb. 21
9:50 am-5:40 pm – $35.00 per person
“Fortune Favors Rocky Gap”– Tues., Feb. 25
8:30 am-5:45 pm – $44.00 per person
Step onto our casino floor and experience excitement like no other. Whether you're here to
play video poker, slots or table games, Rocky Gap is your best bet for a day to remember.
From the friendly faces of our casino hosts to the quick hands of our dealers, your winning
begins here. $20.00 slot play and buffet lunch included.
Harrington’s Casino – Fri., March 14
8:30 am-5:30 pm – $42.00 per person
$10 slot play from casino and free buffet lunch. Come try your luck!
Charles Town Slots – Fri., April 11
9:45 am-5:45 pm – $35.00 per person
*Slot play and promotions come directly from the casino
and subject to change.*
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provides an indication of how much walking may be involved.
More Walking
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For more detailed itineraries, please see the Eyre Representative at the Eyre Leisure World Travel Office.
Republican Club of Leisure World
Michael Higgs - Montgomery GOP Chairman • By Fred Seelman
The next meeting of the Republican Club of Leisure World is Monday, Feb. 17 at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse I.
“Can you feel it?” wrote Michael Higgs in a recent
article. Michael is the new GOP county chairman, and he
was referring to the “rush of (GOP) enthusiasm washing
over the country.” Moreover, he generates it personally. I
felt it when I met him recently. And now the whole LW
GOP community will be able to feel it too. He is going to
be the featured speaker at our Feb. 17 meeting.
Besides guiding this tidal wave of GOP enthusiasm in Montgomery County, Michael will be taking other
important steps: (1) Filling county office campaign slots
with the best possible GOP candidates; (2) Inspiring more
donations; and (3) and making GOP headquarters (15833
Crabbs Branch Way, Rockville, MD) more inviting, accessible and useful. He comes to the chairmanship with strong
experience. He has served as a Montgomery County GOP
Central Committee member and board member and District 17 chairman. In the daytime, he practices law with a
Potomac law firm.
Come and feel the enthusiasm at out next meeting
when Michael tells us about his plans for the Montgomery
County Republican Party. To get an early start, meet him at
the county GOP convention on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 8 am
to 12:30 PM. It will be held at the Gaithersburg Hilton,
620 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. For more
information contact me at the address below or our former
club President Mary Ann Johnston (301-598-0647). Also
if you want to help Michael in taking the steps mentioned
above, like running as a Republican candidate, contact one
of us about that also.
At our last meeting, Maryland gubernatorial candidate and Harford County Executive David Craig wowed
the membership when he recounted his wide experience
and plans to make Maryland better. David has gone up the
ropes from councilman and mayor to state delegate and
senator and even to state leader of both municipal officials
and county executives. His improvements ranged from
creating more jobs and expanding the economy to lowering taxes and promoting fiscal responsibility and better
education. He even mentioned how proud he was of his
record of building senior centers.
The club has chosen five officer nominees: President, Frederick Seelman; first vice-president, Frederick
Feb. 4, 2014 Leisure World News Page 29
Denecke; second vice-president, Irmgard Patrick; recording
secretary, Donna Reilly; and treasurer, Joan Billerbeck. Voting will occur at the next meeting.
Send suggestions or questions about these or any
other matters and/or offers to volunteer to the club’s president, Fred Seelman, by emailing them to, fseelman@gmail.
com, sending him a letter at his address in the LW phone
book or calling an officer.
Join us for another quality event at 1:30 PM on Feb.
17, expand your political horizons and enjoy both the conversation and liquid refreshment. If you need help getting
to our meetings, tell us and we will try to accommodate you.
Technion Faculty and Students to Address Leisure
World Residents By Fred Shapiro, JRLW
H
ave you ever lit your Hanukah menorah robotically
or from a soaring balloon? Well, at the Technion
they have!
The Technion in Haifa, Israel, is one of the most innovative and exciting institutions of learning in the world.
The Jewish Residents of Leisure World is pleased to host
a forum by faculty and students of the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology in Clubhouse I on Thursday, Feb. 27
at 2 PM. Residents can purchase tickets for the event in the
E&R office in Clubhouse I with a donation of $6, payable
by check only to JRLW.
Technion is a science and technology research university, among the world’s top 10, dedicated to the creation
of knowledge and the development of human capital and
leadership for the advancement of the state of Israel and all
humanity. The program will feature current faculty members
and students discussing their research programs and Technion
experiences. Dual programs with major universities around
the world, such as Cornell University, will also be described.
Technion is a world leader in stem cell research, with
over 25 ongoing stem cell related projects. Human embryonic stem cells were first cultivated by Technion professor
Joseph Itskovitz-Eldor in partnership with researchers at
the University of Wisconsin.
The Internet revolution was enabled by the legendary
Lempel-Ziv Algorithm. His algorithm is the international
standard for data compression.
Launched in 1998, the student satellite Gurwin Techsat
II orbited the earth for 11 years. At the forefront of space
research, SAMSON (the Space Autonomous Mission for
Swarming and Geolocation with Nanosatellites) will be
launching several unique satellites working in tandem with
heightened accuracy, efficiency and technological scope.
Quantum computing and cryptology developed at
Technion promises to make computing faster and more
secure. The revolution in this field was generated by Prof.
Asher Peres, one of the fathers of quantum teleportation.
Among the Technion generated innovations are memory sticks USB flash drive (invented by Technion alumnus
Dov Moran, M‐systems) and Argo ReWalk, the robotic suit
that enables paraplegics, to walk, drive and run marathons. A
major factor in protecting Israel from incoming rockets was
the development at the Technion of the Iron Dome system.
Join the panel and hear first hand from the faculty
and students about the impact the Technion has, not only
on Israel, but also throughout the world.
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Rossmoor Woman’s Club
There Is Every Day A Different Tomorrow! by Ileana Eblighatian
different tomorrow makes
every day interesting. It requires an active
mind and body to plan our
tomorrows and make our
plans come true. Being physically and mentally active
has been proven an efficient
way to maintain good health.
From its very beginning,
offered members activities
that mentally stimulate us
A
and trips that keep us physically active.
The RWC’s Executive
Board members are busy
organizing our activities for
2014. The next Executive
Board meeting is Feb. 10
in Clubhouse I at 10:30 am
followed by lunch brunch.
Check the directory at the
main entrance for the meeting’s assigned room. All
members are invited to join
us and to make comments
and suggestions. We always
welcome the members’
involvement in organizing
our club’s programs.
The “not to miss” happenings begin with the “New
Members’ Tea.” Rossmoor
Woman’s Club honors, celebrates and welcomes the
new members who joined
our club. The “tea” is on
Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 2 PM
in Clubhouse I.
You can join Rossmoor Woman’s Club now
Jewish Residents of Leisure World
to Enhance Services by Jonas Weiss
o more heavy
lifting? Our congregation has
reached about 75
percent of the funds needed
to acquire a much-needed
lightweight Torah. Help us
to complete this task; we
still need about $1,800 of
additional donations.
Len Bosin has generously donated a Torah
holder to honor and display
our Torah during services –
come to the Feb. 8 service
to experience it.
Religious services:
Cantor Michael Kravitz
N
will lead a Reform service
on Friday, Feb. 7 at 8 PM
in the Interfaith Chapel. He
will also lead a Conservative
service on Saturday morning, Feb. 8 in Clubhouse II.
Egon Guttman will chant the
Haftorah and Fred Shapiro
will give the D’var Torah
message at the Saturday
service.
Do not miss the Cantors’ Concert “From Bimah
to Broadway” on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 1:30 PM in
the Clubhouse II auditorium.
This is a joint program with
Coming of Age in MD fea-
turing four local Cantors.
Tickets are $6, available at
the E&R office.
Donations for Yiskor,
Kiddush, an Oneg, or general
tzedukah should go to Susan
Weiss, 3739 Glen Eagles
Drive, Silver Spring, MD
20906. Note the occasion
when you submit your check.
Donations for the Torah
fund or prayer books should
be sent to Ellen Zweig, 3210
N. Leisure World Blvd. Apt.
504 (Vantage Point West),
Silver Spring, MD 20906,.
The minimum donation for
these funds is $25.
and become a “new member”
by calling Janet Soslow
(301-598-5490). Janet is
our Membership Committee
chair; call her before Feb.
13. You will be invited to
our “New Members’ Tea”
and you will be honored and
celebrated as part of the new
members group.
Make new friends
by participating in our projects and engaging in conversation! A new year will be
like the old one if you keep
on doing the same old things.
When the opportunity for
celebrating knocks, answer
the door and offer it some
champagne! Join us now and
enjoy!
The “New Members’
Tea” is a “members only”
event, an honor and a treat
for our new members! There
is a $10 charge for all members except the ones being
honored. Seating is limited;
please send your checks for
$10 by Feb. 13 to Aggie
Eastham, 3100 N. Leisure
World Blvd., #126, Silver
Spring, MD 20906.
This year RWC
also offers our members,
residents of our community,
their families and friends a
Luncheon/Fashion Show
on Wednesday, March 26
in Clubhouse I, Ballroom,
12:15 PM. Please mark the
date on your calendars. More
details to follow.
Our annual Spring
Trip is planned for April 2
and will be to the Newseum,
Washington D.C. See Jill
in the Eyre Office for more
details or see the Eyre ad in
this newspaper. Mark the
date now on your calendar.
We welcome suggestions from our members,
regarding future trips. Call
Carol Freibert (240-6696554) and let her know or
come to the Executive Board
meeting and present your
suggestions. We listen.
Chair Peggy Dayhof is in the process of organizing our famous “Vendor
Sale” in Bedford Court on
April 7 from 10 am to 3 PM.
Please mark your calendar
now, make your plans, bring
your friends and enjoy!
The first Rossmoor
Woman’s Club Executive
Board meeting/lunch was
Jan. 13 at 10:30 am in
Clubhouse I. Reports were
presented and commented
by the members of the executive board and the present
chairpersons/coordinators,
regarding the progress of the
next projects. All members
of RWC are invited to these
meetings to participate in the
planning of these projects or
to suggest new activities.
The general meeting/brunch was on Jan. 15
at 10:30 am in Clubhouse
I. The speaker was Mark
Bergel, the executive director and founder of “A Wider
Circle.” Bergel presented the
history, purpose and success
of the “A Wider Circle”
organization. The audience
was very impressed by his
dedication, presentation,
humor and his precise and
detailed responses to the
questions from RWC members. All present enjoyed
the variety and tastefulness
of the food at the buffet in
a very relaxed, friendly and
lovely atmosphere.
We end with a patriotic
note and pride. More than
200 women have served in
the United States House of
Representatives. From 1789
to 1916, the House was all
male. Women have served
in the United States House
of Representatives since
the 1917 election of Jeannette Rankin, a Republican from Montana. Nearly
300 women have since
served in the House. As of
January 2014, there are 79
female representative, or 18
percent of the body. Women
have been elected to the
House of Representatives
from 44 of the 50 states in the
United States. The states that
have not elected a woman to
the House are Alaska, Delaware, Iowa, Mississippi,
North Dakota and Vermont—though both Alaska
and North Dakota have been
represented by women in the
United States Senate. More
than 200 women have served
in the United States House
of Representatives.
To your good health!
Club Trips
Next deadline for trip submissions is Thursday, Feb. 6
The trips listed below are sponsored by Leisure World groups and organizations and not by Eyre Leisure World Travel. These trips are open to all residents, not only
members of the specific club. For information, contact the person listed with each trip. (Do not contact the Eyre Leisure World Travel or E&R Office.)
Leisure World clubs and organizations that want to be included in this column must send a typewritten submission to the News by Thursday at 4:30 prior to the
deadline. Due to space limitations, the Leisure World News reserves the right to edit or delete submissions. You may e-mail your information to [email protected].
Please Note: Member/Non-Member pricing is at the discretion of the individual clubs.
Harrington Casino
Monday, March 3
It’s that time again - time to enjoy a trip to the Harrington
Casino. Time to enjoy their free buffet luncheon and a
free $10 slot play. Come along with the Going It Alone
Club to the casino to see if you can wing one of the BIG
ONES. Cost, $20 for members and $27 for non-members,
also includes bus transportation and driver gratuites. Bus
leaves Clubhouse II at 10:45 am and returns at 6:45 PM.
Your escort is Marguerite Plummer (301-871-4663).
Cancellation date: Feb. 21.
NEW - “Spamelot” at Toby’s
Wednesday, March 19
We’re off on another joyous journey, this time a short
one to Columbia, MD, to visit Toby’s Dinner Theater
for lunch and the hilarious Toby’s show presentation of
Spamelot, inspired by the comedy movie, Monty Python
and the Holy Grail. Spamelot, itself is a takeoff on the
musical Camelot. The price is $80 per person for the
Comedy and Humor Club of Leisure World-sponsored
trip. Everyone is invited, not just club members. Make
your checks out to Comedy and Humor Club, and give
them to treasurer Sumner Levin (301-598-6250) or mail
them to Sumner at 2901 South Leisure World Blvd.
(Creekside), Silver Spring, MD 20906. Or mail them to
our escort, Faye A. Freedman, 14 Finsbury Park Court,
Silver Spring, MD, 20906 (301-598-9919). Deadine is Feb.
22. Please include local phone numbers with your checks.
The bus leaves Clubhouse II at 10:30 am, but get there
earlier for the paperwork.
Passport required. For availability and reservations
call: Jill (301-598-1599 or 301-854-6600, ext 3225). For
additional details, call Trudy Stone, 301-438-0016.
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
NEW - “Camp David” at Arena Stage
Join NA’AMAT on an overnight excursion to Dover
Downs Hotel & Casino. Cost of $105 per person,
double occupancy, includes $30 free slot play, nighttime
entertainment, live harness racing, complimentary
breakfast buffet, resort fee and luxurious hotel room.
Valid photo ID required for Capital Club. Single rates
available. Send check(s), made payable to NA’AMAT,
to Trudy Stone, 15101 Interlachen Drive, #801, Silver
Spring, MD 20906, phone301-438-0016.
Go behind the scenes with NA’AMAT as we witness
President Carter’s struggle with the leaders of Israel
and Egypt to achive the unthinkable: Peace in the Middle
East. We will attend a matinee performance of “Camp
David” by Lawrence Wright, 2007 Pulitzer Prize winner
for general non-fiction. this will be followed by dinner at
the Pook’s Hill Marriott. Price is $109 per person and
includes transportation, ticktes to the play dinner and all
gratuities. The bus will leave from Clubhouse II promptly
at 12:30 p.m. and retrurn at approximately 7:30 p.m. For
more information, call Jo Ann Cadeaux (301-438-0737).
Tuesday, March 18-Wednesday, March 19
Royal Carribbean’s “Grandeur of the Seas”
7-Night No Fly Bahamas Cruise
May 2 - 9, 2014
Na’AMAT and Eyre are sponsoring a no fly Bahamas
cruise. Have fun visiting the following ports: Port
Canaveral, Fla; Cococay Bahamas; Nassau, Bahamas.
Pricing starts at $976 inside cabin, $1,087 Oceanview.
Single rates available. Price includes transportation to/
from Leisure World to Baltimore pier, government fees
and taxes, insurance and gratuities. Deposit of $250 per
person due at booking. Final payment due Feb. 10, 2014.
Sunday, April 13
Attention Travellers!
All Leisure World travelers, please note
that no group on travel can park more
than 12 vehicles overnight/long-term
in the Clubhouse II parking lot. Also,
parking overnight/long-term is at the
owner’s own risk.
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Peripheral Neuropathy Group of Leisure World
by Herb Fine 1-240-669-7908, fi[email protected]
n Sunday, Feb.
16, Claudia Miller,
trainer, will be our
speaker. On March
17, Laurie J. Buonaccorsi,
the pharmacist at MedStar
Health at Leisure World
Boulevard will discuss the
O
medications you and I are
using to help us retain our
sanity. Pam Schlemon, president of the Foundation for
Peripheral Neuropathy will
be here on April 20 and Dr.
Avram Weinberg, who had to
cancel on Jan. 19, has been
rescheduled for May 18.
When speakers must
cancel, we are certainly
fortunate to have members
who can fill in. For example,
Charles Tang is a massage
specialist, Rita Newman
a physician, and Natasha
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Kramer, a psychiatrist, and
other members are aching to
express their feelings. We can
usually find a member to fill
in on short notice.
Miriam Wheatley has
consented to work with our
officers and she is filling in
for Ken Schatten, our vice
president. We have 185
people on our roster and we
call the week prior to our
meetings.
I am taking the medication as prescribed and have
four more visits, interrupted
by a series of mishaps by Dr.
Weinberg; however, I will
persevere.
We continue with excerpts from Norman Latov,
M.D. publication, “Peripheral Neuropathy: When the
Numbness, Weakness and
Pain Won’t Stop,” the chapter
entitled, Sharing Stories and
Experience.
“My husband was used
to…finding me in strange
places. He would wrap me in
a blanket and take me home
and J slept and could not be
roused. This was autonomic
neuropathy at work…this is
a failure in the signals that
control our breathing, heart
rate, blood pressure and digestive system, those parts
of our body over which we
have little or no conscious
control…Sometimes my
balance was so affected, I
staggered like a drunk…
nausea and fatigue were daily
companions. After 2 and 1/2
years the MS expert decided
I did not have MS. He didn’t
know what I had. At my next
flare-up the physician on call
was an expert on neuropathy.
After some specialized tests,
he was able to give me a diagnosis: autonomic and small
fibre sensory neuropathy…
brought on by peripheral
rather than the central nervous system. I am now taking
midrodine, which is a miracle
drug for hypotension (low
blood pressure)…I am feeling better than J ever would
have thought possible…We
don’t know the cause of my
autonomic neuropathy…
there are medications that can
make a significant improvement…While I am feeling
good now, I can’t forget that I
have a chronic illness. I need
to pace myself. …Some days
I believe that my visit to the
land of illness has made me a
richer, kinder, better person.
Sometimes it just feels like a
bad trip. But I do have a few
tips for fellow travelers. …
Every minute counts. I appreciate where ·Tam today
more than ever. I am so glad
that we are here, together,
today, alive.” Lizzie Abbot.
The Glory of Love
The E&R Department
is pleased to welcome back
Frank and Trish Curreri on
Friday, Feb. 14 at 7 PM in
Clubhouse II’s auditorium
for a very special Valentine’s
show. Tickets, $8 per person,
are on sale at the E&R offices
in Clubhouse I and II.
Let Frank and Trish
take you on a journey through
the music of God’s greatest
gift—Love—from the elation and happiness to the
sadness and disappointment.
Love supplies us with all
of the emotions of life and
allows us to feel our journey.
Come with them through
wonderful songs from some
of America’s greatest entertainers: “First Date,”
“Proposal,” “Wedding Day,”
“Family,” “Memories Are
Made of This” and more.
Frank started in music
at age eight and studied
trumpet and music theory
through college. Trish, too,
has always been a performer.
Together they have traveled
across the country, sharing
the music they love: from
composers and arrangers
like Cole Porter, Rodgers &
Hart, Nelson Riddle and Don
Costa to singers like Bobby
Darin, Ella Fritzgerald, Dean
Martin, Ricky Nelson, Ray
Charles, Connie Francis and,
of course, Francis Albert
Sinatra and Patsy Cline.
Rossmoor
Art Guild
(RAG)
Education
Program
By Teresa Milne
“The history of Impressionism” continues and our
next meeting is Feb. 13 (second Thursday of the month)
at 3:30 PM. We hope the
weather will cooperate and
make this possible.
We encourage everyone to come at 3 PM for
refreshments and sociability.
All residents are welcome.
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LW Writers Workshop by Mary Zenchoff
Our stalwart members
of the Writers Workshop happily shared their work from
the past few weeks. Tom
Anessi started us off with
a fascinating account of the
adoption of two of their children, a three-week-old boy,
the other a 19-day-old girl.
Their trip started in Maryland and ended in the Taipei
International Airport in Taiwan, all with two children,
neither of whom was walking
at the time. The welcome
they received in Taiwan was
immensely warm and memorable. Would that all our
memories were as delightful.
Carlos Montorfano
gave us a humorous poem,
reminding us that his objective is to bring a smile to our
faces. He asked us to forgive
him because he writes “by
ear” when he delivers rhymes
to us. His poems bring a light
Camera Club: Lions, Tigers, and Bears
at the Zoo by Nina Parish
On Feb. 11 at 7 PM in
Clubhouse II, the Rossmoor
Camera Club will host Don
Johnson, who will present
a program, “Making Good
Photos at the Zoo.” Don
will show examples of his
zoo photography. He will
provide tips describing how
he took the images, including
how to photograph through a
fence or through glass. While
discussing some of the equipment he uses, he will also tell
some interesting stories of his
experiences at various zoos.
On Feb. 28 at 7 PM,
there will be a photography competition on urban
themes. All paid members
are welcome to submit entries to this print and digital
image competition. Digital
entries must include your first
initial, last name, and a short
title, and must be submitted
no later than Feb. 22 by
midnight to RossmoorLW@
GMail.com.
The “Photography of
Joanne and Larry Mars” is
hanging in the Clubhouse
II gallery through February.
This display includes photographs taken in 2013 and
represents four U.S. national
parks and their trip to the
Tuscany region of Italy. The
Mars' are avid photographers
who have been taking photographs together since 2002.
During this time, they have
traveled to Canada, China,
Costa Rica, Israel, Mexico
and Italy. Joanne prefers
Italian
Social &
Cultural Club
Carnavale
by Jo Bianchi
Reminder: There is no
meeting in February due to
the possibility of bad weather. However, be sure to mark
your calendar for Sunday,
March 30. This is the date
for our Carnavale (Mardi
Gras). There will be music,
food, entertainment and fun.
Music will be provided by the
Monaldi Duo. More information will be in the next issue
of this publication. If you
have any questions, call Jo
(301-598-4501).
“to capture the beauty and
emotional impact that each
scene conveys,” while Larry
favors “landscapes producing a sense of awe in nature.”
More recently, they have
moved from still images to
photo essays accompanied
by recorded music.
Larry’s works include
horses before the Grand
Tetons, a sunset behind a
Joshua tree and a Mormon
barn in sunlight with polygamous doors and windows.
In Death Valley, he was in
awe of the blue, bad waters
and sky, or Zabriskie Point,
an eroded landscape of a
five-million-years-old dried
lake named for Brevoort
Zabriskie of Borax fame.
Larry’s Tuscany items include a cypress lane with
curving depth of road or a
stucco sided and red tiled
farm house on a green agri-
cultural Tuscany hill.
Joanne found a log
chapel and rustic fence in
the Grand Teton, a bison
portrait chose-up, and a
black and white wolf with
orange like eyes, “better to
see you with.” Her shrubby
mesquite sand dunes from
Death Valley and her red
poppy with white laced edge,
fill the walls. In Montalcino,
Tuscany, on the road between
France and Rome, Joanne
photographed an archway, an
alley and a green landscape,
in one frame with soft lilghting, that lead to the Etruscan
vineyards beyond. Sienna is
represented by urban housing
textured from the Renaissance period.
Together, they have
created walls of pleasure
for the avid viewers at Leisure World. (Review by Stu
Lillard)
touch to our day.
Danuta Montorfano
provided us with a lyrical account of an edelweiss in exile
from its homeland, Austria.
When the lovely plant dies,
after a year, Danuta said “she
missed the mountains and her
sisters of the valley.” What a
heartfelt memorial to a little
flower!
Ron Davis gave us two
thought-provoking poems,
one in particular reminding
us of the sounds that scare
people, the bombs exploding,
the children worrying with
thumbs in their mouths. His
poem was aptly titled, “Fear
and Awe.”
York Van Nixon III
reminded us of the biblical desire of Martin Luther
King, that the mountains be
made low, and the Promised
Land appear. The final verse
pictured bread of fellowship
being placed on the altar for
all mankind to eat. A beautiful dream!
Joe Fickey thrilled us,
as usual, with a wartime
account of weaving in and
out between agents from
different patrols. His stories
always remind us of the ingenuity and courage of the
armed forces. Hearing about
them is easier than living
them, isn’t it, Joe!
Verna Denny described
two common activities at Leisure World as seen through
the eyes of a newcomer.
The first one, an evening of
playing Bingo, showed her
that old-time games are
neither as easy to remember
nor as companionable as
she imagined they would
be. The second describes
watching a tennis match
where the grandmother of
a player comes to see her
grand daughter play and is
disturbed at the commentator’s thoughtless description
of the older woman.
Radha Pillai discusses
the vagaries of fate in our
lives, asking us if we look
on everyday occurrences as
pre-destined. Her examples
are ones that we have all
experienced. Radha’s essay
makes us stop and wonder if
fate plays a role in our lives.
Lee Hardy ‘s writing
pointed out that groups that
encourage us to try out our
own abilities give us a special
gift that often impacts our
lives in areas that are unexpected. We look at our connections as part of a golden
loop that brings us into a new
realm of thinking.
Our next meeting is
on Feb. 6, at 11 am in Clubhouse I. Please bring 10
copies of your work to share. A
Leisure World 10 Pin Bowling League
s winter approaches the following Bad
Weather Rule is in effect: If Montgomery County schools are either closed or
on a two-hour delay based on snow or
icy conditions, we do not bowl!
The league is based on handicaps
with averages for the bowlers ranging
from 100 to 188. If you have not bowled in years, come
out and join the fun.
The league standings as of Jan. 24 are as follows: the
Pin Busters in first place; the Half and Half in second place;
and the Winners in third place.
The week of Jan. 17 top scores are as follows: Scratch
Game – the Winners with 652 pins; Scratch Series – the
Huggers with 1,806 pins; Handicap Game – Just One More
with 905 pins; Handicap Series – the Huggers with 2,514
pins; High Average Men - Denny Woolaver with 188 pins;
Scratch Game Men – Denny Woolaver with 248 pins; Scratch
Series Men – George Kessler with 621 pins; Handicap Game
By Rita Mastrorocco
Men – George Kessler and Denny Woolaver with 273 pins;
Handicap Series Men – George Kessler with 735 pins; High
Average Women - Chris Porter with 168 pins; Scratch Game
Women – Chris Porter with 217 pins; Scratch Series Women
– Chris Porter with 543 pins; Handicap Game Women – Chris
Porter with 259 pins; Handicap Series Women – Chris Porter
with 669 pins.
The week of Jan. 24 top scores are as follows: Scratch
Game – the Wild Things with 734 pins; Scratch Series – the
Half and Half with 1,852 pins; Handicap Game – the Wild
Things with 968 pins; Handicap Series – the Wild Things
with 2487 pins; High Average Men - Denny Woolaver
with 187 pins; Scratch Game Men – Steve Klopfer with
216 pins; Scratch Series Men – Denny Woolaver with 536
pins; Handicap Game Men – Steve Klopfer with 264 pins;
Handicap Series Men – Bruce MacDonald with 680 pins;
High Average Women - Chris Porter with 167 pins; Scratch
Game Women – Kazue
Waller with 168 pins; Scratch
Series Women – Ursula Costa with 455 pins; Handicap Game
Women – Eileen Fishman with 239 pins; Handicap Series
Women – Ursula Costa with 686 pins.
If you are going to miss a week, you can pre-bowl
the games. The bowler must make an appointment to prebowl their league games and the bowler must pay for the
pre-bowls when they return to bowl the next week. If you
pre-bowl, please give a copy of your pre-bowl scores to
the counter person and have it placed in the Leisure World
League envelope. This will ensure that the pre-bowled scores
will be recorded properly against the scheduled opposing
teams score.
The league will bowl every Friday morning at 9:45 at
Bowl America, 1101 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg. The cost
for the three games of bowling, the use of bowling shoes
and balls, and unlimited cups of coffee is only $10. If you
are interested, please call Rita at 301-814-9196.
You do not need to be a good bowler to join. Come
and join us for fellowship, fun and easy exercise. There is
no long-term commitment.
Comedy and Humor Club
by Al Karr (301-598-5077), [email protected]
We are building up a
schedule of entertainment
in the weeks ahead, not to
mention our regular Tuesday
meetings from 1:30 to 3 PM
in Clubhouse II. We sing, tell
and listen to jokes, and even
watch funny replays of some
old comedy TV shows.
On the docket:
* A “Valentine’s Day”
lunch at noon Tuesday, Feb.
18, open to residents for
a $5 admission price. You
get a light lunch, and watch
and listen to the songs-withhumor duo, Paula Rehr and
Tom Kowalski, plus you
become a paid member of the
club through June 1, 2015.
If you are coming, RSVP
Treasurer Sumner Levin
(301-598-6250).
* Our first lunch-andshow bus trip of the year is
to Columbia on Wednesday,
March 19 to enjoy Toby’s
Dinner Theater presentation
of Spamelot, a takeoff on the
musical Camelot, inspired
by the movie, Monty Python
and The Holy Grail. We are
sponsoring it, but it is open
to everyone for $80. Send
or give checks to Sumner
or send them to Faye A.
Freedman, (301-598-9919),
including phone numbers;
the deadline is Feb. 22. (See
Club Trips in this issue of Leisure World News for details.)
The bus leaves Clubhouse
II promptly at 10:30 am on
March 19.
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* We have also shelved
plans for another similar
dinner-theater trip in May,
at least for now.
We have missed several
sessions the past month due
to the weather. But here is a
small sampling of a recent
meeting:
Dolly Benoff led us
in singing, “It’s Comedy,
it’s humor, it’s fun." Sumner
reported that we have 45
paid-up members, including
one new member.
Trooping to the mike
were Homer Wehr, Dolly,
Fred Firnbacher, Bob Gotkin,
program chairwoman Irene
Spector, Sumner, President
Sam Hack and me.
Homer related the story
of man trapped on his roof
as floodwaters kept rising;
he kept spurning attempts at
rescue by men in a rowboat,
a speedboat and a helicopter,
praying instead to be saved
by God. He went to Heaven,
where he asked God why
He did not save him. God
replied, “I sent you two boats
and a helicopter. What did
you expect?”
Dolly sang a version of
Joy to the World, about kids
not going back to school until
early May. Fred and Dolly
sang a duet—Allen Sherman’s parody of Alouetta,
full of repeated Dorothy
Gish, Mr. Ed, Elliott Ness,
Yogi Bear and others. And
Fred sang Streets of Miami,
a parody of The Streets of
Laredo.
Bob told of the contestant on So You Want to Be a
Millionaire, asked by moderator if he wanted sex; no,
he replied, and when he said
that was his final answer, the
moderator shot back, “Then,
do you want to find a friend?”
Irene said she vacationed
around the world, but next
year will go somewhere else.
Sumner said that when
the bartender kept charging a
customer only five cents per
drink, he explained that his
boss was gypping him, so
he was giving the boss the
same treatment. And Sam
said that when Johnny asked
Mom personal questions she
would not answer them. But a
friend told him to go through
her purse. He did, and later
said to his mom, “I know your
age, your weight and why dad
left—you got an ‘F’ in sex.”
Silver Spring Essential
Tremor Support Group
Meeting by Shirley Miller
Essential
affects
20
Tremor
million
Americans. It is often
confused with Parkinson’s
disease. If you, a family
member, or a friend has ET,
you are invited to attend
free support group meetings
sponsored by HopeNET,
an all-volunteer non-profit
organization.
Meetings are from 1 to
2:30 PM on the first Thursday
of each month at Clubhouse
I, 3700 Rossmoor Blvd.
Our next meeting is
Thursday, Feb. 6 at 1 PM.
For directions and parking
information, go to www.
theHopcNet.org. If you have
questions, call Lisa Gannon
(301-738-9772).
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Yahoos Keeping Us Informed and
Involved y Frank W. Connolly
The LWYahooGroup
is an active, electronic bulletin board for residents to
track community activities,
seek information, or find
out answers to concerns or
questions about our community. Open to all residents,
there are over 300 active
members.
January has been a
particularly busy time for
the LWYahooGroup. On the
medical front in addition to
discussions about the pluses
and minuses of MedStar’s
take-over of LW medical
services one member solic-
ited opinions about getting
the shingles vaccine.
The first use of LW’s
new “community messages” robo-calling (1/7/14)
led to lots of conversation
about the new facility.
There were suggestions of
alternatives and explanation of why some residents
ignored it, as the sender
was not clearly identified.
This led to the suggestion
of creating an entry in your
phone’s directory for the
robo-call. Enter the name as
LW Alert, and the number
877-698-3261 when future
robo-calls are received they
will be identified as coming
from “LW Alert.”
One day an enterprising soul posted the day’s
dinner specials for the Terrace and Stein rooms. This
brought forth comments
that the information was
helpful and the hope that
there would be similar posts
in the future. The result is
the LWYahooGroup added
LWfoodservice (Perrire,
LLC, the operators of the
Stein and Terrace Rooms)
as special members of the
group for posting informa-
Mt. Scopus Hadassah by Barbara Eisen
Dr. Helen S. Barold to Speak on “Heart Health”
On Wednesday, Feb.
19, Dr. Helen S. Barold will
speak on “Heart Health.”
Dr. Barold is a board certified cardiologist practicing
at Comprehensive Cardiac
Care in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Barold is a graduate
of Brown University and
the University of Rochester Medical School. She
completed a Johns Hopkins
Medicine Residency and a
Duke University Cardiology and Electrophysiology
Fellowship. Socializing
begins at 12:30 and the
meeting starts at 1 PM in
Clubhouse I. All residents
are welcome to attend.
The Jan. 21 Scholar
Series program featuring
Judith Cohen from the Holocaust Memorial Museum
was canceled because of
the winter weather. The
program has been rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 10 at
11:30 am at Temple Shalom,
East-West Highway and
Grubb Road. The topic
is “The Mantello Rescue
Mission: How a Hungarian Jew and a Salvadoran
Diplomat Saved Thousands
of Jews.” The cost of $10
can be paid at the door if it
has not already been paid
in advance. Attendees are
requested to bring a dairy or
parve bag lunch. Hadassah
will provide coffee, tea and
dessert. Janet Lazar (301598-4066) will coordinate
transportation for those who
need a ride.
The Mt. Scopus Judaic
Study Group will meet on
Monday, Feb. 17 at 1:30 PM
in Clubhouse I. The group
will continue its studies of
the minor prophets of the
Bible. For further information, call Joan Lees (301598-3768).
The Hadassah Chapter
is now selling attractive Shema bracelets for $36. Proceeds of the sale will benefit
Hadassah’s major projects.
To purchase, please call the
Hadassah Office (301-8818203).
If you are interested in
knowing more about the Mt.
Scopus Hadassah group,
please call our membership
vice president, Janet Lazar
(301-598-4066).
Hadassah sponsors
many activities to further
the worthwhile projects it
The Emotional & Practical
Impact of Living with Less
Sight from the Low Vision Group
When you lose vision, the loss may be gradual. The
time may come when you can no longer ignore the loss
if you cannot carry out your usual activities comfortably.
At this point, you may feel sad or depressed.
Although these feelings may be normal, they should
not go on too long. Greet 2014 empowered by information
on living with less sight. Please join the Low Vision Group
on Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 1 to 2 PM in Clubhouse I for
an open discussion. Call Jane Brinser (301-438-2599) for
more information.
This program is co-sponsored by the Aging Eye Network of Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan
Washington, www.youreyes.com.
supports in medical, educational, and social programs
in Israel and in the U.S.A.
Please contact the following to contribute: Hadassah Medical Organization
(HMO)–Renee Lease (301598-3438), Youth Aliyah/
Children at Risk–Larelda
Gruber (301-598-5922),
Hadassah cards–Amy Boltz
(1-248-652-0304), Hadassah certificates–Chapter
Office (301-881-8203),
JNF trees and water certificates–Natalie Lewis
(301-598-4798), Toiletries
for Mitzvah Project - Theda Rosenblum (301-5989105).
Dates to mark on your
calendars: Feb. 9–“Toast
Hadassah at Equinox,” Feb.
10–Scholar Series, Feb. 17–
Judaic Study Group, Feb.
19–Dr. Helen S. Barold,
March 19–“Yom Kippur
War.”
tion about LW food services
and specials.
On the financial front,
the LWYahoos worked to
keep all of our members
informed. One member
posted a note about several
credit card companies allowing their cardholders to
request automatic tracking
of their accounts. Not every
credit card company offers
the free service, but for
those who do, the members
would receive notification
whenever a purchase is
made with their card. It is
a great way to nip ID theft
as soon as it occurs.
With tax season upon
us, a certified tax preparer
for the AARP Tax-Aide
program posted suggestions
for identifying and organizing the data and records
needed for preparing your
tax return. Whether you
prepare your own, use the
AARP Program or another
tax service the suggestions
are helpful.
As I write this article, it
is snowing, and an invitation
just arrived via the LWYa-
hooGroup. It reads: “Just
in from one of my best ski
experiences ever. While
solitude has its advantages,
I’d welcome company while
the incredible snow lasts.” Neighbors enjoying
and helping neighbors…
that is the LWYahooGroup.
To join the Leisure
World YahooGroup, send
an e-mail to Paul Eisenhaur
([email protected]) requesting to join the group.
Include your name and
Leisure World address. It
is that simple.
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Book Club Network
What We Are Reading
Here is what the
book clubs read for their
November and December
meetings.
“The Searchers”
read 1,000 White Women by
Jim Fergus. The group was
divided over whether they
liked the book, which was
about 1,000 white women
who were sent West in 1874
to marry Native Americans
by Verna Denny
and “civilize” them. Themes
included the role and treatment of women; beliefs and
spirituality; the treatment
of Native Americans then
and now.
“Diversity Strong”
read The Dressmaker by
Kate Alcott, a lighter read.
A mix of real-life and fictional characters was used
to portray the chaos that
happened when the Titanic
was sinking. Some of the
actual testimony of the
hearings were included in
the book. They also enjoyed
the “delightful characters” in
The Guernsey Literary and
Potato Pie Peel Society by
Shaeffer & Barrows and the
different format of telling the
story through letters.
“The Rose Read-
Thursday Afternoon Ladies Bridge
Jan. 16, 2014
First - Linda Alfonso, 3510
Second - Janet Sanziger, 3140
Third - Betty Bailey, 3130
ers” gave a “10” to Unbroken
by Laura Hillenbrand about
the Atlantic Theater of WWII
and a man who lived through
a series of tragedies that kept
the Rose Readers glued to
the page fearing what would
come next.
“Night Owls” read
Remarkable Creatures by
Tracy Chevalier. The group
thought the characters were
brilliantly portrayed. Underlying themes included
understanding human nature
and us; and knowing and following our passions whether
or not it is popular by others’
standards.
“The African Heritage Club” read From the
Hood to the Hill by Barry
Black. Black is the current
chaplain of the U.S. Senate.
Most readers enjoyed the
book. They felt it was a
primer on the importance of
Christian values and divine
intervention, self-determi-
nation and the whole village
raising a child ultimately
contributing to his/her success. Some were able to
relate parts of Black’s story to
their own; others felt the story
was told with an element of
rose-colored glasses glossing
over the challenges he surely
faced along his journey.
“Page Turners”
read Loving Frank by Nancy
Horan, about Frank Lloyd
Wright’s lover Mamah
Cheney. It raised questions
about feminism—do women
do their own thing? Do they
just go for it in life no matter
what the impact is on others?
What is the value of motherhood? (“It is not sufficient to
be a mother: an oyster can
be a mother.”) And the overriding question in terms of
how Frank is portrayed: Are
gifted people better than the
rest of us? Page Turners also
read The Commoner by John
Burnham Schwartz about the
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first non-aristocratic woman
to marry the Crown Prince
of Japan.
“The Bookies,” our
newest book club, read The
Light Between Oceans by
M.L. Stedman, which has
been previously reported on
in this column. A new take
on the story is the group’s
description of it as a portrait
of gray about a subject that
is actually perceived as black
and white. It is a study of opposites, i.e., dark and light.
For December they read an
historical fiction, The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin. It reveals unknown
facts about Ann Morrow
Lindberg’s contribution to
aviation and gives an inside
look into the uneasy marriage
of two gifted, flawed people.
For further information about the Book Club
Network contact Verna Denny (301-598-1418, verhd@
msn.com).
Library News
by Dena Leep
We are into 2014!
Whoever thought we would
be writing such a big number?
A reminder to you,
thoughtful readers: holiday
cards are gone until next year,
but we always have a wonderful collection of greeting
cards for almost every occasion. We rejoice when you
buy cards—that money is
the source of our funds for
buying new books. We do get
donations, but new books are
so much more desirable. We
have some interesting books
to talk about.
“Stella Bain” by
Anita Shreve is set against
the backdrop of WWI. A
woman suffers shell shock
while working as a nurse at
the front and can remember
nothing. A doctor takes her
in and treats her.
A new book by
Elizabeth Gilbert is “The
Signature of all Things.” This
is a story of love, adventure
and discovery. It follows the
fortunes of the Whitter family. The daughter is born in
1880 and becomes a botanist.
Some of the characters are
missionaries, abolitionists,
adventurers, sea captains
and the quite mad.
Wally Lamb’s new
book is “We Are Water.” This
is a portrait of marriage, family and the need for understanding and connection. It
also explores issues of class,
racial violence and the nature
of creativity and art.
The author of so
many humorous and personal
books, Nora Ephron has
written “The Most of Nora
Ephron,” a collection of her
writings on journalism, feminism and being a woman,
and bits from her best selling
novel “Heartburn.”
The author is an
anchor of a TV program. Bill
O’Reilly has written “Killing
Jesus” about the events leading up to the murder of Jesus.
It recounts the political and
historic events of the time.
We leave you with
an idea to which you should
give serious thought. Sign up
and work at the library. We
always need volunteers. One
of the big perks is that you
get to see the new books first!
Montgomery County
Stroke Association
by Paul Grayson
The Leisure World Chapter of MCSA will meet on
Wednesday, Feb. 26 to hear a discussion led by Rachel
Ortega-Gonzales. Her topic is packing, organizing and
moving one’s home in response to a stroke in the family.
Rachel will share some insights she gleaned from her own
family’s history and which she is using in her family consulting service. All who are interested are welcome. Light
refreshments will be available.
Our planned Jan. 22 meeting was snowed out by the 5
to 7 inch snowfall on Jan. 21. We would have heard about
the new therapy procedures and personnel at the MedStar
Heath at Leisure World Boulevard medical center. We hope
to reschedule this important program in the near future.
For more details on this group and its programs, contact
Irene Spector, chapter chair (301-598-8103) or Paul Grayson
(301-598-7955).
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Iran, Sanctions and Chess
Iran is a four-letter word, meaning “Land of the Aryans.” Every crossword puzzle fan knows that. Iran has a
long history in chess. Some say the game may have been
invented there. In fact, the English term “checkmate” (the
final move of the game) is based on the words “shah mat”
in Farsi (death of the King).
Iran has been subject to economic sanctions by the
United States for more than three decades—since Iran’s
revolution in 1979, when the Shah was overthrown and
hostages were taken at the U.S. embassy in Teheran. These
sanctions have been tightened progressively in recent
years as a means of limiting Iran’s capability of developing a nuclear weapon. The sanctions consist of freezing
Iran’s assets in the United States and other restrictions
on finance, investment and trade with Iran. Last year, the
sanctions brought Iran to the negotiating table to discuss
the peaceful use of nuclear power with the United States
and other member countries of the United Nations. (It is
unclear why Iran, a country with vast reserves of oil, needs
nuclear energy anyway.)
The sanctions have affected Iran’s second-leading
industry (after petroleum): the automobile industry. Those
of us, who have never seen an Iranian vehicle, never would
have suspected that it actually had such an industry and
was a leading auto producer in the Middle East. Due to
sanctions, however, Iran’s auto industry has fallen on hard
times. Production has dropped drastically, perhaps by 40
By Bernie Ascher and Pat Leanza
percent. An official of the Iran Vehicle Manufacturing Association told reporters last October that “many workers
in the factories are just sitting around or playing chess,”
according to an article in the Washington Post.
With this information, we now know how sanctions
could be tightened even more to bring pressure on the Iranian government. If somehow we could prevent Iranians
from playing chess, the idle workers would have time to
organize demonstrations against the government. Think of
all the protesters carrying signs in the streets of Teheran.
“Bring back chess!” “Liberate chess!” “Chess is freedom!”
Iranians who are hooked on chess will be outraged! Yes,
this is the kind of issue that motivates people. Denial of
the opportunity to play chess may be the ultimate sanction
for Iran.
Meanwhile, here at Leisure World, residents are free
to play chess on a regular basis. In the game pictured in
the diagram on this page, for example, Black seems to
have the upper hand with a mobile Queen, while White is
hunkered down in a corner. It is Black’s turn to move. Can
Black win this game?
The answer will follow our reminder that residents can
always find a friendly game at the Chess Club on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 4 PM in Clubhouse II.
Membership is free and open to all. Beginners and “rusty”
players are welcome. For more information, call club President Bernie Ascher (301-598-8577) or Activities Chairman
Pat Leanza (301-598-4569).
Answer: In this game, Black settled for a draw by
perpetual check, but could have won the game. In this
position, the White King is safe as long as no pieces are
moved other than the King. However, Black can win if
he can force White to move the other pieces or if he can
maneuver the Black King to g3, forcing White’s King to
the first row, and then bringing the Black Queen to c1 for
checkmate. Can you find a way to win?
So, folks, do not wait for a political movement! Do not
wait for Iranian autoworkers to protest! Do not wait until
the end of economic sanctions! Play chess now!
NA’AMAT USA RBZ Club by Althea Steinberg
Ben Williamosky to Entertain March 5
The next open meeting
of our chapter of Na’Amat
is Wednesday, March 5 at
12:30 PM in the Clubhouse
I’s ballroom. If you come,
you will have a chance
to socialize, have some
refreshments and purchase
special occasion cards. This
should be a fun afternoon
because we will have Ben
Williamosky entertain us
with his jokes, satire and
funny stories. Our last two
speakers brought in record
attendance; so let us do the
same in March. Put the date
in your calendar and invite
your friends to come and
have an enjoyable afternoon
with you.
Although there is no
open meeting in February,
there is a board meeting in
Clubhouse I on Feb. 18 at
10:30 am. These meetings
are open to everyone who
is interested in learning
more about the organization of Na’Amat. Thanks
to our speaker, Al Temin,
for a very interesting afternoon in January. Mr. Temin
spoke bout Israel’s natural
resources, the many innovations that Israel has been
responsible for, and the new
product development they
are working on.
The cut off date to
order Mah Jong cards has
passed so if you missed the
opportunity you will have to
buy them from the Jewish
bookstores or synagogues.
There are just a few
entertainment books left;
so if you want to purchase
one, contact Goldie Hutt
(301-438-9626) to make arrangements to pick one up.
The books, as well as tribute
cards, will be available for
purchase at the March 5 open
meeting. This is another way
to raise funds for our chapter
to support the many important programs we are sponsoring in Israel. You will
earn donor credit when you
purchase tribute cards and
entertainment books, order
Mah Jongg cards, or donate
to the scholarship funds.
Our chapter of
Na’Amat, the RBZ chapter,
has specific goals for all the
funds raised by us. To name
a few of the projects we fund
or contribute significant dollars toward: daycare centers
for 19,000 preschoolers;
Thursday Afternoon at the Movies –
Safe Haven
The E&R Department is pleased to present
“Thursday Afternoon at
the Movies.” The movies
are shown in Clubhouse
II’s auditorium at 1 PM.
Thursday, Feb. 13 is the date
for the screening of “Safe
Haven” (2013, PG-13 for
thematic material involving
threatening behavior, and
for violence and sexuality;
2 hr. 55 mins.; not closed
captioned). Free tickets,
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limit two per person, are required; they can be obtained
from the E&R office in either
Clubhouse I or II beginning
Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 8:30 am.
Please bring your Leisure
World ID.
This adaptation
of the novel by Nicholas
Sparks centers on a mysterious woman who arrives in a
small North Carolina town
and begins a new life but remains haunted by the terrify-
x
ing secret that prompted her
to travel across the country.
The movies are for
your enjoyment; there is no
charge. Be sure to pick up
your ticket(s) if you plan to
attend. Please note that no
one will be seated after 1 PM.
Donations to help
cover the expenses associated with the presentations
are gratefully accepted. A
basket will be available for
your contribution.
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agricultural and vocational
high schools for at risk teens;
educational opportunities
for women; centers for
domestic violence victims;
and legal counseling centers.
These are just a few of the
many needed projects that
our fundraising here in the
United States supports for
the woman and children in
Israel.
There are some trips
being planned for the near
future. Please check the Club
Trips column of this issue of
the paper to find out more
about a no-fly cruise in May
2014. Other trips are being
planned.
If you have not done
so yet, please send your annual dues to Joyce Perlman,
15115 Interlachen Drive,
#625, Silver Spring, MD
20906. There are still many
outstanding dues for this
current year.
Important Names for
club information: Co-Presidents–Ruth Reid (301598-4051) and Trudy Stone
(301-438-0016); Fundraising Vice Presidents–Helen Fried (301-438-3325),
Sheila Greenberg (301460-4368), Marylin Jordan
(301-598-0174); Program
VP’s–Adele Traurig (301598-3977), Gladys Blank
(301-438-9666); Education
VP–Lucky Malamut (301598-2883); Recording Secretary–June Kessler (301438-8211); Corresponding
Secretary–Selma Perry
(301-598-4347); Treasurer/
Financial Secretary–Natalie
Cohen (301-438-2663);
Membership Dues Officer–
Joyce Perlman (438-0711);
Tribute Cards Chairman–
Harriet Chaikin (240-5607487); Donor Credit Chairman–Theda Rosenblum
(301-598-9105); Volunteer
Coordinator–Bernice Kisliuk (301-438-8455).
See you on March 5 in
the Crystal Ballroom!
Baby Boomers Club
by Beth Leanza
Some residents were hoping to meet other, younger
residents. As a result, they formed the Baby Boomers Club. It
is a social club and all residents of Leisure World are invited
to join us. Our dues are $5 per year. “Potential” members
are always welcome. Come on and say hello. We mostly
communicate through a Yahoo (e-mail) group.
Our next meeting is Feb. 9 at 7 PM in Clubhouse II. We are
having a speaker who will help us update our medicine cabinet
by using natural items to replace over the counter medicines.
We got together on Feb. 2 to watch the Super Bowl and will
again on March 2 to watch the Academy Awards (Oscars)
show together.
We enjoy movies and have been showing one in the
auditorium (usually once a month) as well as going out to
dinner first, followed by a movie in a local theater. Another
activity we like is live performances and we have found
some really good ones at Toby’s Dinner Theater in Columbia. Every month, usually on the last Sunday, we bowl in
Gaithersburg, followed by eating out. We Boomers love to
eat, so we almost always enjoy a meal or snack either before
or after every activity.
Check out the calendar on the BBCLWMD web site:
(you can Google BBCLWMD or go to this website: https://
sites.google.com/site/bbclwmd/) for future events.
On Sunday night, Clubhouse II is almost empty except
for a few Baby Boomers. We arrive around 6:30, a few playing a game on the Wii (a computer game that displays on the
TV.) Since most of the clubhouse is empty, the ping-pong
and pool tables are usually available, also!
Some Boomers, who already know how to play Mahjong, meet in Clubhouse II every Wednesday at 7 PM. On
the first week of the month, they meet on Tuesday also at
7 PM. For information contact Donna Copeland (240-4330391 or [email protected]).
One small group walks together around the Broadwalk
in Montgomery Mutual. They meet at 5:15 at Clubhouse I
each night Monday to Friday. Other members of the BB club
meet at 8:30 on Sunday mornings for longer walks around
LW Blvd. or at an outside location, starting at Arden Court
(off S. LW BLVD).
On Fridays, one member leads longer walks (1 to 1 1/2
hours) in nearby parks. Feb. 7: Carderock Park, Cabin John,
MD (20817), just over the bridge, turn right into the parking
lot and park near the restroom building. February 14: the
Audubon Naturalist Society, Woodend Sanctuary, 8940 Jones
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Mill Rd., Chevy Chase, 20815. Meet in the parking lot near
the gift shop. You can get complete directions and other information from the BBCLWMD Website (https://sites.google.
com/site/bbclwmd) un-hosted calendar. Or, for information
and directions, call Dawn Carlisle (301-598-7098). Please
note that hikes may be cancelled for temperatures below 40
degrees, high winds or high probability of rain or snow. If bad
weather is predicted, please contact Dawn by 9 am Friday.
Each person walks at his or her own pace. Bring water and
lunch. Transportation can be arranged. If you want to meet
in Leisure World as a driver or passenger, please call by
Thursday evening. Or meet at the hike location at 1:15 PM.
Some Baby Boomers walk with the local AVA clubs for
longer walks, usually three miles. You can check the Baby
Boomer calendar for un-hosted events, where some of these
AVA (American Volkssport Association) walks are listed. You
can find more info on the Baby Boomer Web page.
The Baby Boomer Web page (https://sites.google.com/
site/bbclwmd) has lots of good information: our minutes and
financial reports are under Files; we have some nice pictures in
the Gallery. Our activities and Executive committees usually
meet one hour right before the meeting. For more information
call our president, Mike Schwartz (301-438-3849).
Cantors in Concert: Bimah to Broadway!
A JRLW and Coming of Age Program by David Firestone
Enjoy four local cantors, with their rich voices
and vibrant personalities,
for a concert of your favorite selections! From
Jewish music of prayer, to
Broadway to popular tunes,
we will be entertained and
inspired. Several Yiddish
songs will complete the concert on Wednesday, Feb. 12,
1:30-2:30 PM in Clubhouse
II’s auditorium. Tickets are
available in the E&R Office
in Clubhouse I for $6 per
person, check only payable
to JRLW.
Hazzan Wendi Fried
from Shaare Tefila Congregation and Cantor Marshall
Kapell from B’nai Tzedek
are two of the featured cantors. They will share their
love and passion for Jewish
music.
Cantor Wendi hails
from Houston, Texas. She
launched her lifetime dream
of becoming a cantor when
she graduated from the Jewish Theological Seminary
of America in 2004. Cantor
Wendi, as her congregation
knows her, was brought up
with an incredible love for
Jewish music and a desire to
share this passion wherever
she goes. Her roots are in
choral music and the joy of
seeking out new harmonies
has stayed with her always.
She was a member of the
Zamir Chorale in Manhattan
for four years and is now busy
with her synagogue choirs.
She is very involved in the
local Cantor’s Assembly
chapter and has been a guest
speaker for many of the
Hadassah and Torah Fund
groups in the area.
Cantor Wendi and her
husband, Giora Fried, have
an adorable little boy, Nadav,
who is being brought up with
the help of her congregants
at Shaare Tefila. They say it
takes a village, or community
after all, and she and her
family are looking forward to
being a part of the new phase
of life at Shaare Tefila in the
community’s new home!
Cantor Marshall is also
from Houston, Texas. From
an early age, he demonstrated
an affinity for music, which
took him to the High School
for Performing and Visual
Arts, where he graduated
with a concentration in vocal
music. Following his graduation from the University of
North Texas with a Bachelor
of Music Degree, he taught
Jewish music and planned a
variety of musical programs
at a nearby synagogue.
In 1997, Cantor Marshall
enrolled in the H.L. Miller
Cantorial School at the Jewish Theological Seminary of
America and was honored as
an H.L.Miller Fellow during
his last three years of studies.
In the fall of 1999, Cantor Marshall accepted a position as the part-time cantor of
the Rodef Sholom Temple in
Hampton, Va. He conducted
Shabbat and holiday services
and developed special Shabbat programs during his
three years at Rodef Sholom.
During summers, he worked
at the Jewish Community
Center in Houston as a Jewish Education specialist,
where he helped to create a
Jewish studies program that
merited an award in Jewish
Excellence from the Jewish
Community Associations
Biennial. Cantor Marshall
joined B’nai Tzedek in
2002 and, in 2005, he married Sara Klein-Kapell. He
enjoys sharing his love and
knowledge of Jewish music
with members of B’nai Tzedek of all ages and inspiring
congregants to discover their
own spirituality through song
and prayer.
Lapidary Club to
Display Jewelry,
Minerals and Gems in
Clubhouse II Showcase
by Mary Beth Mason
Members of the Gem,
Lapidary and Mineral Society (GLMS) of Leisure
World will be displaying
articles that they have either
made or collected themselves, including gems,
rocks, minerals and jewelry.
The photograph accompanying this article
shows an example of items
included in the club’s past
exhibits.
Though our GLMS has
not met since November, we
are currently preparing for
the first meeting of 2014.
On Wednesday, March 12,
our program will feature
Kate Peterson, president of
Performance Concepts, Inc.,
board member of the Diamond Council of America,
and consultant for Leading
Jewelers of the World. Our
meeting will begin at 7 PM in
Clubhouse II; see directory in
lobby for room location. All
residents are welcome; you
do not have to be a GLMS
member to attend.
For information about
joining the Leisure World
Gem, Lapidary and Mineral Society, please contact
President Ray Cudmore
(301-598-3130) or Program
Chair Chuck Mason (301933-3093, [email protected]).
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your stance or swing. Do not
press anything down.
3. You may lift natural
by Rita Molyneaux
objects not fixed or growing,
Back in 1744, the origi- something brief, compre- except in a water hazard or
nal Rules of Golf issued by hensive yet comprehensible, bunker. No penalty.
the Honorable Company of and endorsed by the USGA
4. Movable man-made
Edinburgh Golfers numbered and R&A for the benefit of objects may be moved. For
just 13 - 340 well-chosen the world’s weekend golfers. immovable objects, you may
words covered everything
Until that happens, take relief by dropping away
from lost balls to “wattery we present the next best from them within one clubfilth.” By contrast, today’s thing—something called length of the nearest point
Rulebook weighs in at 182 The 10 Golden Rules of of relief, no nearer the hole,
pages. There are 34 rules Golf. A version of these first except in a water hazard or
with over 200 sections and appeared back in 1982, the if the object defines out of
subsections delineated in result of a collaboration be- bounds. In a bunker, you
a mind-numbing 20,000 tween the USGA and GOLF must drop in the bunker. No
words. “The weep for sim- magazine. In the intervening penalty.
plification of the Rules of three decades, however, they
5. You may take relief
Golf is a stock-in-trade of the have been utterly ignored. So from casual water, ground
journalist during the winter LINKS magazine has taken under repair, burrowing animonths. Countless words on up the cause, and the USGA mal holes or casts, anywhere
the subject have been poured has partnered with us, updat- except in a water hazard. On
out to an ever-tolerant public, ing the original 10 with a few the putting green, place at
but still the long-sought sim- tweaks and clarifications. the nearest point of relief,
plification does not come.”
The 10 Golden Rules no nearer the hole; otherwise
So wrote Henry Longhurst, of Golf
drop within one club-length
75 years ago, and his words
1. Play the ball as it lies. of the nearest point of reremain true today. What has
2. Do not move, bend, lief, no nearer the hole. In a
been needed for a long time or break anything growing or bunker, you must drop in the
is a simplified Rulebook, fixed, except in fairly taking bunker. No penalty.
Leisure World Golf
League of Women Voters to Discuss
Government Policies on Agriculture
by Elaine Apter
We have been reading
about GMO’s, food safety,
labeling, CAFOs and other
agricultural hot topics almost
daily. What role does the federal government have concerning these topics? They
are involved with everything
from helping farmers in the
form of subsidies and insurance, to food inspection and
labeling requirements. Is the
government too involved, or
not involved enough? The
National League of Women
Voters has been studying
this topic for two years and
the time has finally come for
league members to express
their opinions and see if
we can come to consensus
on some of these issues.
Please try to read over the
consensus questions and
the information in the fact
sheets on the subject. There
is a link to this information
on the LWV Montgomery
County web site www.mont.
LWVMD.org.
The Agricultural Study
meeting is Wednesday, Feb.
12. The Rossmoor unit of the
Montgomery County League
of Women Voters meets at
Clubhouse I on the second
Wednesday of the month at
10 am. The program usually
starts around 10:15 am. All
our meetings are open to the
Fun & Fancy
News Briefs
by Allan Okin
Here are some dates that you might want to keep in mind:
Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 PM, monthly meeting and
show, Jean McGoldrick’s “Love, Romance and Laughter”
in the auditorium;
Friday, Feb. 7 at 3-5 PM in the auditorium, audition
for Gerry Kaufman’s “The Beat Goes On,” our musical
extravaganza for May;
Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10 am to noon, second audition for
Ms. Kaufman’s “The Beat Goes On,” also in the auditorium;
Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 10:30 am in a meeting room
in Clubhouse II (see directory), Fun and Fancy board of
directors monthly meeting;
Wednesday, March 5 at 7:30 PM, monthly meeting
and show, Hannette Allen’s “Party Room Wars,” an original
one-act by Ms. Allen and a hilarious “Jack Benny Show;”
Wednesday, March 19 at 10:30 am in a meeting room
of Clubhouse II – Fun and Fancy board of directors monthly
meeting;
Wednesday, April 2 at 7:30 PM – monthly meeting
and show, Carol Neckar’s “An Evening with Cole Porter.”
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public.
2014 league calendars
are still available. Those of
you who are annual purchasers know how informative
these calendars are. They
list all the important county
phone numbers, libraries
with hours and addresses,
elected officials and more.
And the best part is that
they are erasable! They are
still $7 and are available
at Gold Castle Jewelers or
from league members. We
would like to thank all those
who have already purchased
calendars.
For further information
on the league and its activities
please contact Elaine (301438-8707) or Joyce (240293-6464) or the league
office (301-984-9585).
6. In a water hazard or
bunker, don’t touch the water
or ground with your hand or
club before the stroke.
7. If you hit your ball
into a water hazard and cannot find or play it, either drop
behind the point where the
ball last crossed the hazard
margin or at the place where
you played the shot. On the
tee, you may tee the ball. One
penalty stroke. If you hit into
a lateral hazard, you may also
drop within two club-lengths
of the point where the ball last
crossed the hazard margin,
or, within two club-lengths of
a point equidistant from the
hole on the opposite margin.
One penalty stroke.
8. When you hit your
ball out of bounds or cannot find it after five minutes
of searching, add a penalty
stroke, go back and drop
a ball at the place where
you played the shot. On the
tee, you may tee the ball. If
you think you have hit your
ball out of bounds or lost it
outside a water hazard, play
a provisional ball before
searching for the first one.
9. When you have an
unplayable lie, you may drop
a ball at the place where you
played the previous shot,
adding a penalty stroke. On
the tee, you may tee the ball.
Alternatively, drop within
two club-lengths, no nearer
the hole, or any distance
behind the unplayable spot,
keeping it between you and
the hole. If the ball is in a
bunker, you must drop in the
bunker, under either of the
alternative options. If you
can’t play your ball that is in
a water hazard, see Golden
Rule #7.
10. You may repair ball
marks and old hole plugs on
the putting green that are on
the line of your putt, but not
spike marks.
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Free Energy Savings Program from PEPCO and Maryland
from the Leisure World Energy Advisory Committee
In March 2013, a company named Ecobeco
provided a presentation about a Maryland- PEPCO
collaborative program called the Quick Home Energy
Check (QHEC). Maryland is faced with the specter of
rolling brownouts within the next few years if it does
not counteract the rising demand for electricity with
broad-based energy-savings measures. As a result, the
state is partnering with Pepco Holdings, Inc., and other
electricity providers in a series of initiatives aimed at
lowering energy use.
An important program to reduce energy use
is the QHEC program whereby a Pepco-approved
company comes to your home, does a quick energy
assessment and then makes a series of free energysavings improvements on the spot. The company
will provide both parts and labor at no cost to the
mutual or its residents. These improvements can save
you a substantial amount of money, in terms of the
parts provided and in the reduction of your monthly
electric bill and the master-metered bill. They consist
of replacing up to 12 incandescent bulbs with compact
fluorescent lights (CFL’s), which use 75 percent less
electricity than incandescent ones; installing smart
power strips to eliminate trickle flows of electricity
that continue even when many appliances, computer
peripherals and other electrical devices are not in use;
installing insulating wraps around electric hot water
heaters and hot water pipes and installing water-saving
shower heads and faucet aerators which can save 25
to 50 percent in water usage and the cost to heat the
saved hot water.
The program is available to multi-family
communities such as ours. While a QHEC can be
scheduled by individual residents, we urge mutual
boards and/or their property managers to become
involved in getting their residents to sign up for this
voluntary service in order to achieve a high level of
participation throughout Leisure World, including
those residents served by master-meters.
A mutual can contact the company directly and
arrange for a mutual-wide series of QHEC’s. Using this
option Ecobeco, Efficient Homes, etc., will arrange with
the mutual to do all of its residences in an organized
manner. Individual residents can “opt out” since this
service is completely voluntary, but a concentrated effort
by the mutual should result in a high participation rate if
its approach to its residents is made in a well-prepared
and positive manner. A mutual or individual resident
can contact Ecobeco about providing QHEC services
by calling Ecobeco (Gina
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Mathias) at 240-396-2141,
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extension 714. The Energy
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broad participation in
Color ...............................$25.00
the program by Leisure
Scalp Treatment ..............$5.00
World’s mutuals will result
in substantial reductions
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of electricity and water
Beard Trim .......................$3.50
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the community. This will
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save Leisure World a
great deal of energy and
ACADEMY OF BARBERS thousands of dollars. Yes,
Serving Wheaton for 65 years thousands. As of Nov.
29, 2013, 770 residents
Tues., Wed., Thurs.: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
from the master-metered
Sat.: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
2401 Blueridge Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902 mutuals have chosen to
Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
participate in the program.
DISCOVER Wheaton's
Best Kept Secret!
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That means that the master-metered residents have
already received $38,500 in free equipment and $96,250
in electricity savings. (This is based on a conservative
estimate of $50 for free equipment and $125 in
electricity savings.) If you are an individually metered
resident, you will save at least $50 in energy-saving
equipment and $125 per year in electricity savings. If
you are a resident of a master-metered community and
at least 100 residents participate in the QHEC program,
your mutual will save $5,000 for free equipment and
$12,500 off of the master-meter residents’ bill.
As of November 2013, the master-metered
mutuals that have already participated on a mutual-wide
basis in this program are illustrated in the accompanying
chart. The numbers are impressive and most likely
have improved since then.
Note: If you are an individually metered resident,
the electricity and water savings will directly lower
your monthly utility bill.
The Rape of Europa
The Story of the Nazi Theft
and Miraculous Survival of
Europe’s Art Treasures
By David Firestone
A documentary, The Rape of Europa, tells the
epic story of the systematic theft, deliberate destruction and miraculous survival of Europe’s art treasures
during the Third Reich and the Second World War. The
movie, presented by JRLW and the Coming of Age
Program, will be shown Tuesday, Feb. 18 from 1:30
to 3:30 PM in Clubhouse II’s auditorium. Tickets are
available in the E&R Office in Clubhouse I for $6 per
person, check only payable to JRLW.
In a journey through seven countries, the film
takes the audience into the violent whirlwind of fanaticism, greed and warfare that threatened to wipe out
the artistic heritage of Europe. For 12 long years, the
Nazis looted and destroyed art on a scale unprecedented
in history. But art professionals, as well as ordinary
heroes, fought back to safeguard, rescue and return the
millions of lost, hidden and stolen treasures.
The Rape of Europa begins and ends with
the story of Gustav Klimt’s famed Gold Portrait,
stolen from Viennese Jews in 1938 and now the most
expensive painting ever sold. Works by Matisse, Picasso and Chagall are said to be among a collection
of 1,500 pieces of art found in Munich, according to
BBC News and the German magazine Focus. The
works were reportedly confiscated by the Nazis during the 1930s and ‘40s and, if confirmed as genuine,
would be among the largest recoveries of looted with
a possible value over $1.3 billion. Today, more than
60 years after WWII, the legacy of this tragic history
continues to play out as families of looted collectors
recover major works of art, conservators repair battle
damage and nations fight over the fate of ill-gotten
spoils of war.
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Alzheimer’s Disease
by Arthur Kaufman, member, Leisure World Health Advisory Committee
Continued from page 4
given what we know about
the relationship between
hygiene and the rates of
many other immune-related
illnesses in the modern
world.
Multiple lines of evidence suggest that as we have
cleaned up our world in an
attempt to separate ourselves
from killer microbes, we
have inadvertently also separated ourselves from many
other microorganisms that
conferred profound health
benefits. While we think of
the immune system as primarily involved in fighting
infection, on a deeper level
it is really a communication
pathway between us and
the world of the very small.
Just as important as warding
off dangerous intruders is
an ability to recognize and
tolerate microbes that either
pose no threat or actually
contribute to health (think
of the bacteria that produce
vitamin K in our guts). In the
absence of hygiene-induced
immune system effects,
some people develop allergies or asthma, while others
develop rheumatoid arthritis,
type I diabetes or multiple
sclerosis. Still others have
primary vulnerabilities in
the central nervous system,
developing autism after birth,
schizophrenia or depression
early in life and, yes, Alzheimer’s in old age. More
than just a fantastical notion,
these ideas have very real
preventive health and clinical
implications.
Ceramicrafters’ Club by Gail Bragg
January and February
are historically slow months
in the ceramic’s studio but
the members that do venture
out in the cold do seem to
have a good time making
and painting their pieces.
Those who have not been by
lately might want to drop by
and check out the schedule
for upcoming classes where
there will be instruction on
several new techniques.
Also, if you are making
something for Valentine’s
Day, there is still a little time
left for your project.
If you are a new resident, you may be interested
in a little more information
about the Ceramicrafters’
Club. Our studio is located
in Clubhouse II at the end of
the hallway past the game
room and FISH. We do not
have a potter’s wheel, but
we have over 2,000 molds!
The dues are $10 a year and
other supplies, brushes, and
paints you may need are pay
as you go. Basic classes are
included in your membership and can be scheduled
to meet your needs. We have
crafters of all levels so check
us out if you are looking for
a relaxing hobby to enjoy
with new friends. Also, our
gift shop is located in the
studio where anyone can
Perhaps the most impressive demonstration of
the therapeutic relevance
of some bacteria comes
from ongoing studies of
Mycobacterium vaccae (M.
vaccae), once common in
mud and untreated water,
but now banished from our
lives. M. vaccae is showing
great promise in the treatment of various cancers. In
the largest study to date, M.
vaccae also showed positive
effects on mood, energy and
cognitive functioning, mak-
ing it a fascinating potential
candidate for future exploration. We can refer to this as
the Schmutz theory.
Caregivers are critical to the management of
Alzheimer’s patients. Many
of the caregivers are the
spouses of the patient and
are also infirm. Remember
that caregivers, regardless
of age, suffer from excess
depression, medical illness
and even mortality compared
with non-caregivers. Some
of these caregivers are so
involved not by choice but
because they lack children
or other social supports. For
example, one “old-old” caregiver in one memory center
had no children and relied
upon her impaired husband
to drive her to the appointments, even though he had
marked cognitive impairment. There are numerous
community resources that
can help, including the Alzheimer’s Association, home
health agencies, care managers and eldercare attorneys.
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Recent game winners were:
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First
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Errand, shopping and companionship services also available!
Top 10 Reasons Why L.W. Duplicate Bridge
is Like Senior Day Care by Mike Stoller ([email protected])*
E
very Tuesday
evening, from 7
to 10, I join forces with fellow
Leisure World
seniors for 24 standardized
boards of duplicate bridge
play in the Clubhouse I
Crystal Ballroom. Some of us
even play in the Friday PM
game too. Here are my 10
top reasons why you should
consider joining us:
10) The cost is only
$3. That’s only $1 an hour,
a bargain in today’s inflated
economy. For this modest cost, we get our cards,
game boards, bidding boxes
(no, they are not scary), the
services of a trained bridge
director, and even modern
electronic scoring. Later,
we can go online and see the
record of exactly how we did
against all of the other “kids”
in the room. **
9) If we did well, we
can get shiny Masterpoints
from ACBL***. All the
other kids on your block (or
mutual) will envy them: they
are even cooler than smiley
faces.
8) If we did really well,
we can even win a free game
for the next session.
7) In addition, we get
to play in a safe, secure environment with our friends,
keeping us off the streets for
three hours.
6) So we learn to play
well with others, with sharing
(it is a partners game, right?)
but no fighting or biting. We
learn to trust our partners and
not fight them over whose
trump suit is better. If we did
that too often, the director
might put us in a time out.
5) And we learn to
respect authority as well,
because we always have to
abide by our director’s ruling
if there is any controversy.
That is sure to help us in our
later business careers.
4) And bridge also
helps us learn our shapes
and colors—we have red
and black colors and ♥, ♦,
♠, and ♣ shapes. So much
variety and stimulation help
keep us young.
3) Bridge also helps us
learn to count. Adding to or
subtracting from 13 is very
important.
2) And remembering
the cards that have been previously played is important
too. At our age, we need to
sharpen our memories so we
can remember our names,
spouse’s names, and where
we live. The first night I
moved here, I played duplicate bridge and got a ride
home to Greens II—except
that I had just moved into
Greens III. Some units all
look the same, especially in
the dark. So I spent about
30 minutes ringing doorbells until my perplexed
wife came to fetch me. True
story! But now, thanks to the
mind-sharpening demands of
L.W.D.B.C., I can find my
own building all by myself.
I feel positively empowered.
1) So what is the top
reason for playing Leisure
World Duplicate Bridge? For
me, it is the game’s almost
maniacal punctuality. The
session almost always ends
exactly at 10 PM. If it went
any later, we might all turn
into pumpkins. So feel free
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to come in your jammies, and
you will be safely and snugly
tucked in by 10:15 PM, assuming, that is, you can find
your way home.
Still not convinced?
How about our yearly free
dinner and entertainment,
served in the Crystal Ballroom for all semi-regular
L.W. duplicate players? So
hope to see you Tuesday or
Fridays—no particular skill
level or expertise required.
It is a friendly game, with
people always available to
help you learn.
*Mike, a recent resident, has previously taught
a Leisure World Logic
course and edited a bridge
newsletter for his Virginia
bridge unit. He has taught
intermediate bridge classes
and has published over 200
bridge columns, as well as
poems, short stories, and
plays. This is the first of
several bi-monthly bridge
columns for the Leisure
World News under the
auspices of our L.W.D.B.C.
Future columns will deal
with bidding systems, hand
evaluations, trump vs. notrump contracts, basic card
combinations, declarer play,
and defensive tips. Mike is
encouraging your reader
Macintosh Club By Brent Malcolm
What’s new in
Mavericks – Final. Apple
has designed Mavericks to
be compatible with many
older Macs. If you are
running an operating system
as far back as Leopard (Mac
OS 10.5) you can probably
upgrade to Mavericks.
(Note: to upgrade from
Leopard, you must first
purchase Snow Leopard
from the Apple Online
Store.) Go here for specific
guidance depending on the
operating system you are
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now running: http://www.
apple.com/support/osx/
upgrade/.
Mavericks will run
on the following types of
hardware: iMac (Mid2007 or later); MacBook
(13-inch Aluminum, Late
2008), (13-inch, Early 2009
or later); MacBook Pro (13inch, Mid-2009 or later),
MacBook Pro (15-inch or
17-inch, Mid/Late 2007 or
later); MacBook Air (Late
2008 or later); Mac mini
(Early 2009 or later); Mac
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feedback and has listed his
e-mail address to answer
your bridge-related questions. You can also send
him any difficult/perplexing
hand you’ve recently played.
It may serve as the basis for
some future column.
**That’s why it is
called duplicate bridge.
Your results are fairly compared to all other teams in
the room, so you do not
always need lots of high
cards to do well.
***That is the American Contract Bridge Asso.
ciation. You do not have to
be a member.
The upper right diagram is an interesting bridge
puzzle adapted from a Washington Post column. You
will get the what-and-why
answer in our next column.
After West opens 1D, you
and your pard get to a 4 ♠ by
South contract: West decides
to lead the ♣ T, rather than
her stronger red suit, so you
do not get your 10th trick
handed to you on a silver
platter. You’ve got nine tricks
in the black suits. What are
your approximate chances
for a red-suit 10th trick?
A) zero % B) 25% C) 50%
D) 75% E) 100% And which
red suit will you lead 1st?
Pro (Early 2008 or later);
and Xserve (Early 2009).
Your Mac also needs:
OS X Mountain Lion, Lion,
or Snow Leopard v10.6.8
already installed; 2 GB or
more of memory and 8 GB
or more of available hard
drive space.
And do not forget that
Mavericks is free!
Today’s Tip. Share
a Contact using the Share
button. When someone asks
you for information about
someone in your Contacts
list, the easiest way to
transmit the information
is using the Share button,
that little symbol in the
lower right corner of every
Contact card. Contacts
are exported in a format
called vCard. Clicking
on that button reveals the
menu to send the vCard
by either Email, Message
or AirDrop. The recipient
can then import the vCard
by dragging the vCard to
Contacts, double-clicking
the vCard or selecting File
> Import and selecting the
vCard.
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Community Classes and Seminars
***Community
Classes policy/procedure
for inclement weather:
If Montgomery County
Schools are closed, all
classes will automatically
be cancelled. If there is a
delayed school opening,
classes will be held at the discretion of the instructor.***
No sign-up will be
taken for any newly advertised class before the date of
the issue of Leisure World
News in which it appears. All
sign ups begin at 8:30 am in
Clubhouse I and Clubhouse
II. Residents can register for
themselves and two other
residents. If required enrollment is not met five days
prior to start date, class will
be cancelled.
***Please note fees
for non-residents: add $10
for 1-6 session classes and
$20 for classes of 7 or more
sessions. ***
Payment can be made
by credit card (MasterCard
or VISA) in Clubhouse I
(only) or by check at either
clubhouse; no cash will be
accepted. Checks must be
made payable to Leisure
World of Maryland Corp.
Please sign up in advance
of the starting date of the
class since instructors need
to know how many will
participate. Note: Registration will not be accepted
nor refunds issued after
the completion of two sessions! Leisure World does
not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national or
ethnic origin in admission
policies, education policies
or programs.
EDUCATION
NEW – Beginner
Bridge: Bridge is an easy
game to learn and a hard
game to learn well. We will
address the first part and
make a start on the second.
Prerequisites are a nimble
brain and sufficient physical
dexterity to handle cards. No
partners required. Instructor
is Saul Penn, an ACBLcertified teacher, director
and Silver Life Master. Class
meets March 12-April 23
(no class April 2), 7-9 PM.
Fee: $42, includes all notes.
Register: Clubhouse I.
NEW – Supervised
Bridge: The method will
be Shuffle and Play, with
guidance and follow-on
critique as requested. Two
10-minute breaks will be
inserted for group discussion of hands or particular
interest. The bridge system
used will be Two Over One
(simple differences from,
and more modern than,
Standard American – will
explain if necessary). Prerequisites are: nimble mind,
intermediate level experience or graduate of a previous class, and the ability
to physically handle cards.
Instructor is Saul Penn, an
ACBL-certified teacher, director and Silver Life Master.
Any questions? Contact Saul
at 301-598-9650 or penn.s@
comcast.net. Class meets
Mondays, March 10-April
14, 3:30-5:30 PM. Fee: $30.
Rights, Liberties and
the Courts, an ACE course:
This course will review the
role of the courts in protecting habeas corpus and advancing protections against
racial and ethnic prejudice.
Also under consideration
will be gender equality and
government censorship of
the arts. Implicit in each
class are the questions, have
the courts been a successful
venue for balancing rights
and interests, and is the
court system the best agent
for bringing change. Each
class will consist of an historic overview, a review of
relevant court cases and substantive discussion. Those
who are willing to think
critically and appreciate
differing points of view will
enjoy the class. Instructor
Paul H. Levy has a BA, M.Ed
and EdD from the University
of Massachusetts in Amherst
and is a retired history and
social science teacher. Class
meets Tuesdays, March
4-April 8, 10-11:15 am. Fee:
$15. Register: Clubhouse I.
Parallel Narratives
Never Meet The ArabJewish Conflict, an ACE
course: Palestinians and
Israelis each have a narrative that tells the history of
their people. Both peoples
perceive the conflict from
within the context of their
separate histories. Failure
to acknowledge the other’s
narrative has contributed to
the collapse of every peace
effort to date. Each week we
will examine one era in the
history of the conflict as it is
described in the Israeli narrative and as it is described
in the Palestinian narrative.
Lectures will be augmented
by slides and discussion.
Instructor Ira Weiss, PhD, is
a retired neurophysiologist.
Ira is active in organizations
dedicated to Israeli-Palestinian coexistence and an avid
collector of cinema related to
Jews and Israel. Class meets
Tuesdays, March 4-April 8,
11:20 am-12:20 PM. Fee:
Immigration Stories,
an ACE course: Imagine
having the courage to leave
everything you know as well
as the ones you love behind
and beginning an uncer-
tain journey to the United
States. The challenges were
enormous. Immigrants often came with little money
and significant language
barriers. Local residents
will talk about their immigrant experiences, why they
came to this country, their
frustrations, hardships and
successes. Series moderator
Melanie Gross Greenfield
is ACE Program Coordinator at JCC. Class meets
am-1:05-2:15 PM. Fee: $15.
A Modern View of
Biblical Women, an ACE
course: Traditional reading
of the bible sees women in
a minority, submissive role.
Tradition also “blames” all
women for the “sin” of Eve,
when she allowed herself to
be tempted by the serpent
and eat from the forbidden
fruit, a sin that traditionally is blamed for bringing
death and suffering upon
humanity. However, modern
scholarship and new ways
of reading the same biblical texts suggest a different
way of understanding the
stories and a different view
of the role and importance
of biblical women. We will
study several of these stories
and see how a different approach to the text can lead to
a better appreciation of the
women of the bible and their
role in early history and the
possible implication of such
reading on the way we view
women today. Instructor
Gideon Amir, MS, MA; MS
Judaic Studies, teaches Bible
and Jewish liturgy courses
in many area synagogues,
churches and other adult education institutes. Class meets
2:20-3:30 PM. Fee: $15.
Music Makers: Do
you like making music? This
enjoyable class will focus on
playing a soprano recorder
for adults. A recorder is
a small and old pre-flute
instrument. A person needs
to blow gently to produce
a pleasing sound. A variety
of folk, pop and “oldies but
goodies” pieces will be used.
You do not need to read
music; this will be covered.
This class will be taught in
a fun and relaxed way. If
you cannot make a class, an
individual make-up will be
10 minutes before of after the
class. During the first class,
you will need to purchase a
recorder ($5.15) and a book
($5.92) from the instructor.
Come join this small group
for light and pleasant music
making. Led by Elsie Whitten, class meets Tuesdays,
March 4-April 22, 2-2:50
PM. For more information,
call 301-598-7234. Fee: $48
(plus $11.07 paid directly
to instructor). Register:
Clubhouse I.
Great Decisions, a
CLL course: The Center
for Lifetime Learning (CLL)
presents the 2014 Foreign
Policy Association’s Great
Decisions series. This years
discussion topics include:
Political Islam in Africa,
China’s Foreign Policy, Turkey, Israel, Energy Independence, Economic Statecraft
and Trade, Defense and the
Rise of New Technologies,
and Food Security and
Climate Change. A text
prepared by the Foreign
Policy Association (FPA)
is included in the price of
the course and will be the
basis for course discussions.
Each topic is discussed in
depth using FPA materials
and additional experiences
and materials brought to the
seminars by the participants.
The FPA has also prepared a
DVD featuring foreign policy experts from academia
and the public sector, which
introduces each session. The
class leader is Leisure World
resident David Frager, who
is a docent at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of
American History and taught
for three years at the National
Defense University during a
career at the Department of
Defense. He led the highly
regarded 2010, 2011, 2012
and 2013 discussions of
Great Decisions and is the
instructor for the Building
America: Personalities and
Perspectives series on American history for the Center
for Lifetime Learning. For
more information about this
class, visit the CLL Web site
at www.cllmd.com. Class
meets Thursdays, March
6-April 24, 2-3:30 PM. Fee:
$35, includes book; or $50
per couple using 1 book
(registrants will be notified
when to pick up book). Register: Clubhouse I.
Bible Study with
Phyllis Lovett: Have you
ever felt disappointed or
even angry with God? Phyllis has. She was not raised as
a Christian and was taught
that God’s will was always
to heal and that through correct prayer, healing would
be the outcome. Forty years
ago, Phyllis left her childhood beliefs and became a
Christian. Early on she made
the decision to believe every
word of Scripture. For years,
she took every class offered
and eventually became a lay
counselor in her church. In
the early fall of this year, one
of her sons was diagnosed
with cancer and within a
few weeks, Phylis found
herself angry with God for
the first time in her life.
As she continued to study
Scripture and pray, Phyllis
eventually realized that she
had wrongly incorporated
some of her old beliefs with
Scripture. In II Timothy
3: 16-17, Paul writes, “All
Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable
for doctrine, for reproof, for
correction, for instruction in
righteousness, that the man
of God may be complete,
thoroughly equipped for every good work”. Participants
will study Hebrews 11 and
12, delving into the lives of
the faithful men and women
noted in those passages.
Class meets Tuesday, Feb.
4-March 25, 10 am. Fee:
EXERCISE
NEW – Move to the
Beat: If you do not like
to exercise but know you
have to keep moving, this
is the class for you. If you
are coming home from
work, this is a perfect way
to unwind. Stretch, dance
and move to familiar songs
(singing along is allowed).
Nothing to remember; just
follow along. However, you
must keep moving, at a pace
comfortable to you. Grab a
friend and join Gerry and
you neighbors as they “Move
to the Beat.” For more information, call Gerry (301438-7452). Class meets
6:15-7 PM. Fee: $39. Register: Clubhouse II.
NEW – Move to the
Beat, mornings: This is
the fun class for those who
hate exercise but know they
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Tips for Dealing with Winter Storms and Cold
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Winter weather in Leisure World can vary from mild
temperatures and little snow to very cold temperatures and
snow falls like the snowmageddon of a few years ago. The
forecast for the coming winter is for more normal winter
weather. This article provides a glossary for winter storms
and tips for dealing with winter weather.
About winter storms
• Sleet – Rain that turns into ice pellets before
reaching the ground. Sleet also causes moisture on the
ground to freeze and become slippery.
• Freezing Rain – Rain that freezes when it hits
the ground, creating a coating of ice on roads, walkways,
trees and power lines.
• Winter Storm Watch – A winter storm is possible
in your area. For additional information tune in to local TV
and radio stations for updates on status.
• Winter Storm Warning – A winter storm is
occurring or will soon occur in your area.
• Blizzard – Sustained winds or frequent gusts to
35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of
falling or blowing snow (reducing visibility to less than a
quarter mile) are expected to prevail for a period of three
hours or longer.
• Frost/Freeze Warning – Below freezing
temperatures are expected.
Tips for before and after winter storms
• Listen to the local radio stations, such as WTOP
103.5 FM, and local and Leisure World TV stations for
current weather reports and forecasts.
• If a winter storm is in the forecast, make sure you
have a three to five day supply of food and other essential
items in your home, office and for your pet in your emergency
supply kits.
• When you go out wear several layers of loose
fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of
heavy clothing. The outer garment should be tightly woven
and water repellent. Wear mittens, which are warmer then
gloves, and wear a hat, cover your mouth with a scarf to
protect your lungs.
• If possible, wait for Leisure World workers to
shovel snow. If you must shovel snow, stretch before going
outside. Avoid overexertion when shoveling; take as many
breaks as needed to avoid possible injuries and a heart attack.
• When outside watch for signs of frostbite.
These include loss of feeling or white or pale appearance
in extremities, such as fingers, toes, ear lobes and the tip
of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help
immediately.
• Watch for signs of hypothermia, which include
uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation,
incoherence, slurred speech, drowsiness and apparent
exhaustion. If any of these symptoms are observed, get the
victim to a warm location and call 911.
Free AARP Tax Assistance
Program
AARP Rossmoor
Chapter 583 is pleased to
sponsor the 2014 Tax Aide
Program designed to assist
residents with their 2013
income tax returns. All
returns will be prepared using
computers and electronically
filed whenever possible.
Tax counselors will be
available each Wednesday,
through April 9. Appointments may only be made
with the E&R Department in
Clubhouse I (301-598-1300)
between 8:30 am and 4:30
PM, Monday through Friday. The E&R Department
personnel will assign the
time of your appointment.
There are a limited number
of appointments available,
so early registration is encouraged. In addition, those
with questions only will be
scheduled for 9:30 am on the
Wednesday of their choice
and will be served in the
order in which they register.
Please keep the
following information in
mind: 1) Organize and bring
with you all necessary forms
and information on the
day of your appointment.
2) If you have sold any
stock, make sure you have
documentation showing
the original cost and any
added cost (cost basis). 3)
Be sure to bring your 2012
return with you and use
this as a guide to determine
what supporting data will
be needed to complete your
2013 return.
Do not make appointments until you have received all of the necessary
data to complete your tax
return. If your taxes are
unduly complicated, you
may be asked to go to a paid
professional preparer.
AARP’s wish for you:
Pay less to the IRS!
Community Classes and Seminars
should. Nothing to remember; you just have to keep
moving at your own pace for
45 minutes. Grab a friend and
join Gerry and follow along,
as you stretch, walk, dance,
etc. various music (singing
is allowed). As the doctors
say, we should keep moving…to the beat! For more
information, call Gerry (301438-7452). Class meets
Fridays, March 7-April 11,
9:30 to 10:15 am. Fee: $39.
Register: Clubhouse II.
NEW – Tap with
Gerry: Join the fun as you
and your friends “Tap Your
Troubles Away.” The first
half of the class will be
devoted to the basics. The
second half will focus on
more complex moves and
routines. Show the grandchildren that Grandma Still
Has It as you shuffle off to
Buffalo. For more information or if interested in a
day class, call Gerry (301438-7452). Class meets
Thursdays, March 6-April
10, 6-7:15 PM. Fee: $45.
Register: Clubhouse II.
Ba Duan: The world’s
oldest exercise for seniors
and those who need to
restore a normal, optimum
state of health. Participants
will learn to combine joint
movement and breathing to
improve balance and to augment core strength. Limited
enrollment. Class meets
Mondays, Feb. 3-April 7,
4 PM. Fee: $15. Register:
Clubhouse II.
Line Dancing with Jo
Ann: Learn a variety of line
dancing steps and have fun
getting exercise to music.
No experience or partner
required! Choose your day;
class meets Wednesdays,
Feb. 19-April 9 or Fridays,
Feb. 21-April 11, 6:30-7:30
PM. Fee: $64. Register:
Clubhouse II.
Stretch, Tone and
Strength Training for the
Active Adult (9:15 am):
Join our fun exercise class
utilizing a variety of equipment for the active adult.
This dynamic strength training class will develop a body
instilled with power and one
that can move with ease and
confidence. Get stronger,
steadier and more balanced
as you develop new body
awareness, flexibility and
control of “usable strength.”
Weights, bands and balls are
provided and a mat is recommended for some floor work.
Modification can be made
for the individual exerciser
and all are welcome to join
in the fun. The instructor is
Linda Ginsburg. Class meets
Mondays, Feb. 24-April
7 and/or Thursdays, Feb.
27-April 10, 9:15-10:15 am.
Fee: $55, one day per week,
$85, two days. Register:
Clubhouse I.
Urban Line Dance
with Peytrienne: For those
who love to line dance. We
will review and preview
dances. Learn basic beginning/intermediate dances.
You will dance to a mixture
of music and have the opportunity to exercise, socialize
and have fun in one setting.
Peytrienne is a certified line
dance instructor. Class meets
Thursdays, Feb. 20-March
27, 2-3 PM. Fee: $30. Register: Clubhouse II.
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Brief Notes
Clubs & Groups
Short Story Group:
On Feb. 5 at 11 am, Mary
Lou Furgurson will lead a
discussion “Blood-Burning
Moon” by Jean Toomer.
On Feb. 19, Judy Perritt
will discuss “The Killers”
by Ernest Hemingway. The
Short Story Group meets on
the first and third Wednesday
of the month in Clubhouse I.
For information, call Sylvia
Stoff (301-438-9613).
Knitting Corner: Join
us the 2nd and 4th Friday at
the Inter-Faith Chapel from
10 am to noon. Our next
meeting is Feb. 14. Our focus will be on items for the
annual April Baby Shower.
Join us for conversation and
lots of knitting and crocheting. We have yarn, patterns
and needles. We gratefully
accept yarn donations. Call
Joan (301-438-1486).
Quilting Group:
Come and join us for fun
sessions of quilting, sewing,
knitting or any needlecraft in
which you are interested. We
meet in Clubhouse II (in the
Multi-Purpose Room) every
2nd and 4th Thursday from
9:30 am to noon. Come for
all or part of the session. If
you have unfinished projects
with which you might need
some help, bring them and we
will put our heads together to
help you. Our next meeting
is Feb. 13. Call Marianne
(301-598-0444) for more
information.
Stitching Group: Needlepoint, cross-stitch, and
more. If you enjoy stitching
or would like to learn, we
meet in Clubhouse II (in
the Multi-Purpose Room)
every 1st and 3rd Thursday
from 10 am to noon. Come
and share your finished work
and enjoy stitching with us
while we learn new skills
together. Call Vi (301-4381712).
Clipper Workshop:
Clipper Workshop is recruiting members to help assemble clown hand puppets for
Holy Cross Hospital. They
are used in the pediatric and
emergency rooms. No special skills are needed. Some
sewing skills are necessary.
We need a sewing machine
stitcher. Bring a bag lunch
(we’ll eat in the lunchroom).
We meet every 1st and 3rd
Monday of each month in
Clubhouse II from 10 am
to 2 PM or any portion that
you can devote to making
a child smile. We are looking for donations of cotton
fabrics, stuffing, thread and
iron-on facing. Contact Joan
Mahoney (301-438-1486) or
Jane Brinser (301-438-2599)
for further information.
Amateur Radio Club:
Calling All Hams! All resident Amateur Radio operators (Hams) – or would be
operators – are invited to
join in business meeting/
operating session the second
Tuesday of each month. We
meet in the “Ham Shack” in
the basement of Clubhouse I
at 2 PM. For information or
to learn more about Amateur
Radio, call Bryan West (301598-0137).
Stamp & Coin Club:
The Stamp and Coin Club
meets on the first Thursday of
each month at 3 PM in Clubhouse I. Members discuss
their collections, including
first day covers, day of issue
programs, yearbooks, coins,
medals and more. Also, they
bring in their stamps for
“Show-and-Tell” and hold
an auction of members’
stamps. A door prize of a
gift certificate from Coins
of the Realm in Rockville is
awarded at each meeting. All
residents and non-residents
are welcome to attend. Annual dues are $5. If interested,
contact Mason Goldman
(301-598-6749).
Wood Workers Users Group: Leisure World
of Maryland offers a great
opportunity to residents who
have an interest in woodworking. The Wood Shop,
located on the lower level
of Clubhouse I, is a wonderfully well-equipped center in
which to continue, or begin,
an interest in making things
out of wood. Offering nearly
every imaginable item of
wood processing tools, from
hammers and screwdrivers,
to table saws and lathes,
with everything in between,
the shop is open 9 am-3 PM
Monday through Friday, and
9 am to noon on Saturdays.
A very reasonable annual
fee provides s access to all
LWM (male and female)
residents. An experienced
monitor, who can offer assistance to “newbies,” is
always present when the shop
is open. Members are often
willing to take on repairs and
re-finishing projects for just
the cost of supplies. Come
and check it out! Call the
shop (301-598-1308), or Bob
Namovicz (240-833-8572),
to learn more.
Hispanos de Leisure
World: This is to remind
residents who are Spanish speakers that this club
continues to offer cultural
activities such as movies
(every month), bingo and
other table games on Fridays
at 3 PM in Clubhouse I, plus
other opportunities to meet
and socialize, such as the annual “Fiesta de la Amistad”
and Christmas dinner. The
annual membership is $15
per person. If interested,
please contact our president,
Jose Soto (240-308-1262) or
vice president, Elsa Fowler
(240-780-6320).
Centering Prayer:
Join our group of centering prayer practitioners on
Wednesdays at 5 PM at 3588
Gleneagles Dr. Centering
prayer is a method of silent
meditation, where you rest in
God without saying anything
just happy to be in God’s
presence. Our intention is be
aware of the presence of God
and to welcome the action
of God within us. Beginners
are welcome as are people of
all faith traditions. For more
information, call Eileen at
301-438-0422.
Games
Monday Night Bingo:
All residents and their guests
are invited to play bingo in
Clubhouse I’s Crystal Ballroom on Monday nights. Play
begins at 7 PM. A $500 jackpot is available each week as
well as a 50-50 drawing and
14 cash prizes. All proceeds
benefit the service projects
of the Kiwanis Club of
Leisure World and charities
within Montgomery County.
Come join the Kiwanis Club
in an evening of fun and fellowship.
Wanted! Mah Jongg
Players
• Looking for three or
four Leisure World women
for Mah Jongg game at home.
Call Bea (301-438-8420).
• Beginners wanted
to learn Maj Jong call 301598-3438.
Bridge
• The Wednesday
Night Chicago Bridge
Group is looking for new
members. The group meets
every Wednesday in Clubhouse I. Play begins promptly at 6:45. Bring a partner and
be ready for a few hours of
friendly games. Questions?
Call Doug (301-448-8708).
• Men’s Bridge seeks
players. We meet Mondays
and Thursdays at 12:30 PM
in Clubhouse II. No partner
needed. Everybody plays.
Just come.
• Thursday Ladies
Bridge welcomes more
card players. If interested,
call Trixie Lopes (301-5981945).
Poker
• A few openings available at the “Greens.” Thursdays, 7-10 PM. No prior
experience necessary. If interested, call Earl (301-4382822) or Al (301-598-7133).
• Men’s Poker are
seeking new members. Play
is daily, beginning around
9 am in the Game Room in
Clubhouse II.
Pinochle players getting started. If interested, call
301-775-7238.
Scrabble: Have Scrabble game; will travel to Clubhouse II, Tuesdays at 12:30
PM. Call Arlyne (301-4387442) if you are interested
in playing.
Cribbage: We meet for
150 minutes of competitive
fellowship Thursdays at 9:30
am in Clubhouse II. We have
cards and cribbage boards,
and would be pleased to teach
you the game. It is a mixture
of rummy and pinochle and is
pure fun (we do not even keep
score). For more information, call Irv (301-460-9574)
or Boris (301-598-6111). We
look forward to seeing you.
Jigsaw Puzzle: We
now have a jigsaw puzzle
table in the Clubhouse II
lobby. Please feel free, at
your leisure, to work on it.
Shuffleboard: Outdoor Shuffleboard is a great
game that is suitable for all
ages and skill levels. From
novice to seasoned, all levels
welcome! Play Thursdays
from 9-11 am on the Shuffleboard courts located next to
Clubhouse I.
Bocce: Anyone can
play bocce! Once you play,
you are hooked. Bocce requires little athletic prowess,
it is a game of skill, focus, fun
and teamwork. The game is
also simple to learn. Come
out and give it a try, meet
others doing the same! Bocce
is played every Wednesday
from 9 to 11 am at the court
next to Clubhouse I.
Duckpin Bowling:
Join us for the Duckpin
Mixed Bowling League
Mondays at 12:30 PM at
White Oak Bowling Lanes,
11207 New Hampshire Ave.
We need bowlers of all skill
levels and will welcome you
into our enthusiastic group.
We carpool regularly so nondrivers need not stay away.
Call Grace White (301-4387892), Bud Money (301949-1599) or Flora Wolf
(301-598-5807) to join as a
substitute or regular bowler.
Tennis: Looking for
tennis players (USTA 3 to
3.5 level) to play Doubles or
Mixed Doubles every Saturday and Sunday morning (9
am). Please call Sam Verma
(240-669-8504) if interested.
Health and Well-Being
Diabetes Support
Group: The Diabetes Support Group meets on the
3rd Thursday of the month
at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse
I from September through
June. All diabetics, their
friends and anyone interested
in diabetes information and
control are welcome to attend
the meetings.
AL-ANON Meeting:
Al-Anon (for family and
friends affected by alcoholism) meets Fridays at 2 PM
at Our Lady of Grace Church
Parish Center (near Leisure
World, enter through the back
ROCK ENGELHARD
Leisure World Resident
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
• Preconditioning • Condition Rinsing
Orientals • Wool Berber • Haitian • Leather
Dry Cleaning • Pet Odor Removal
Carpet & Upholstery Protector
Allergies • Flea & Tick Treatment
301-598-5668 • 301-598-3939
CHERYL'S HEALTH BOUTIQUE is now
carrying the "IMPRESSIONS" BREAST FORM
from TRULIFE.
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Call to schedule your appointment
to try this revolutionary new breast form.
Find out for yourself why women from around the world
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Cheryl's Health Boutique
15200 Shady Grove Road, Suite 106
Rockville, MD 20850
301-330-1084
Brief Notes
door), 15661 Norbeck Blvd.,
Silver Spring, MD 20906.
For more information, call
Mary Ann (301-598-0647) or
Mab (240-669-6436).
AlcoholicAnonymous
(AA): Newcomers welcome.
(If outside LW, check in at
the main gate.) Meetings are:
Mondays at noon (Step Meeting) and Thursdays at 6 PM
(Big Book) in Clubhouse I.
Any questions! Contact Don
(301-598-3176).
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA):
FA meets every Wednesday,
8:30-10 am, at the Overlook,
3100 NLW Blvd., in the party
room. For more information,
call Bea (301-438-3093).
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support: The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets
the 1st and 3rd Wednesday
of each month at 3 PM in the
Inter-Faith Chapel library.
For more information, call
Sunny (301-438-2446).
Free Blood Pressure
Testing: Free blood pressure testing is available on
the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of
the month from 9 to 11 am
in Clubhouse I.
Medicare Benefits
Counseling: Senior Health
Insurance Assistance Pro-
William M. Gatesman
Elder
Law Attorney
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Helping clients to keep their assets
if nursing home care is required
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Serving clients in
Leisure World and
surrounding areas
for over 20 years
Contact us now to learn
how advance planning
can save your assets
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(301) 260-0095
[email protected]
www.gatesmanlaw.com
gram (SHIP), a Maryland/
Montgomery County agency,
provides free individual
counseling to help with
your Medicare problems,
Medicare Part D, Medigap
choices and the many incoming savings programs.
Call 301-590-2819 to make
appointments, 4th Tuesday
of each month 10 am to noon
in Clubhouse I.
Fitness And Exercise
Club (supporting all Leisure
World physical activities) Membership is open to any
resident with an interest in
either attending an existing
activity or in creating a new
activity. No membership
fees. Sign up by e-mailing
your name to [email protected]. We are
looking for a representative
from each Mutual to help us
communicate pertinent news
through their mutual newsletter, bulletin board notices
or mutual meetings. We are
attempting to organize walking groups throughout the
community. If you have an
interest in joining a walking
group, e-mail us what time,
days of the week that you
might be available and the
distance that you prefer to
walk.
One-on-One Home Physical Therapy
JOHN EFTIMIADES, PT, MA OCS
• Individualized exercise programs
• Fully equipped, electrical stimulation, biofeedback,
lontophoresis, hydraulic cervical and lumbar traction,
compression pump and more
• Balance and Gait training, Cardiopulmonary rehab,
Therapeutic exercises
• Convenient hours and days
• Board Certified in Orthopedics, Master's degree in exercise
science
• 27 years experience
• Medicare assignment accepted with Doctor's Prescription
CALL 301-598-7010
Notices
Wealth Management
& Estate Planning Clinic:
SPC Financial, Inc. Independent Registered Investment
Advisor/SEC conducts a
Financial Wealth Management ~ Estate & Tax Integration Clinic in Clubhouse
I every Friday morning
from 9:30-11:30 am by appointment only. We plan,
develop, integrate and advise
on comprehensive financial
and tax planning issues. To
schedule an appointment,
call 301-598-1000. Be sure
to specify topics of interest.
Estate & Tax Law Inquiries;
Long Term Care & Life
Insurance Inquiries; Wealth
Management & Tax Integra-
tion Inquiries; Charitable
Gifting & Transfer of Wealth
Inquiries. www.spcfinancial.
com, 3202 Tower Oaks
Blvd., Suite 400, Rockville,
MD 20852 (301-770-6800).
Securities offered through
Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member
FINRA/SIPC.
State Law: When operating windshield wipers,
headlights must be on. Headlights must be in use between
sunset and sunrise.
Searching for LW
Chamber Musicians! Call
Millie Perlow (301-5986647) or e-mail JSOCM@
aol.com. Please note which
instruments you play and
your telephone number or
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e-mail so that groups, time
and places can be arranged.
Lost and Found: The
FISH Office in Clubhouse II
serves as the community’s
Lost and Found. Each month,
one of our members goes
through the items turned in
and discards the oldest ones.
The discarded items are donated to a church or thrown
away. FISH has all sorts of
items: car keys, umbrellas,
books, jackets and lots of
other clothing.
Rossmoor Library: is
located in Clubhouse I right
off the main lobby. The hours
are Mondays 1 to 4 PM,
Tuesdays to Fridays 10 am
to 4 PM and Saturdays 10
am to 1 PM.
The House I Live In: America’s
Criminal Justice System
Feb. 25 Unitarian Universalist
Program by Mary Beth Mason
Note: Beginning with
its Feb. 25 meeting, the Unitarian Universalists (UUs)
will convene at 2:30 PM in
Clubhouse II, rather than
at the Inter-Faith Chapel.
On Tuesday, Feb. 25,
the UUs of Leisure World
will present The House I
Live In, a documentary that
gives a penetrating look
inside America’s criminal
justice system. Told from the
perspective of drug dealers,
narcotics officers, prison
inmates, and federal judges,
this film reveals the profound
human rights implications of
historical and present-day
United States drug policy.
The House I Live In
(2012), written and directed
by Eugene Jarecki, gives
a detailed and critical look
at what President Richard
Nixon’s “War on Drugs,”
now more than 40 years old,
has wrought on our nation.
The picture that emerges is
devastatingly bleak. Despite
more than $1 trillion spent
and 45 million arrests since
1971, the situation today is
no better now than it was
then, and, if anything, it is a
lot worse.
While the film’s creator
accepts the seriousness of
drug abuse as a matter of public health, he details the tragic
errors and shortcomings of a
once-venerated policy gone
awry. The U.S. has a higher
rate of incarceration than any
other nation. Currently more
than 2.2 million of our own
citizens are imprisoned. Yet
drugs are cheaper, purer, and
more available today than
ever before. This war has
devastated countless lives,
destroyed scores of families,
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and inflicted unthinkable
damage on future generations.
Gather with the UUs
on Feb. 25 in our new location, Clubhouse II, to watch
this troubling and thoughtprovoking documentary.
All residents are welcome.
Social time and refreshments
begin at 2:30 PM and are
followed by the program
at 3 PM.
Please address any
questions about our UU
organization to President Vi
Rutledge (301-438-7310 or
[email protected]).
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E S T A T E
SALES
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ESTATES WANTED – KENSINGTON Antique Village.
We buy items or estates for
immediate cash. 35 years
experience. Call Georgina.
240-645-9029. (7.2014)
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FOR RENT
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CONDO IN TURNBERRY Courts garden apartments for rent. Peaceful
view overlooking golf course.
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths,
Garage space, walkout terrace
on ground level to walking paths
and park. Hardwood flooring
and new carpeting. $1,800/
mo. Will consider pet. Contact:
Sherrie, 240-286-2085. (2.4)
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FOR SALE
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2000 HONDA CRV – Fourdoor, SUV, all wheel drive, MD
inspected, very nice. Five speed
manual, power windows, door
locks, a/c. $3,999. Cars wanted.
I will buy your car even if you
don’t buy mine. Dealing with
Leisure World for 38 years.
Licensed and bonded. Cash or
cashier’s check for your car,
van or truck. I also detail cars.
Please call Marty Salins at Auto
Plaza, 301-325-1973. (2.4)
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2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
– Four-door, GLS, power
windows and door locks, MD
inspected, new tires, dealer
serviced. $5,999. Cars wanted.
I will buy your car even if you
don’t buy mine. Dealing with
Leisure World for 38 years.
Licensed and bonded. Cash or
cashier’s check for your car,
van or truck. I also detail cars.
Please call Marty Salins at Auto
Plaza, 301-325-1973. (2.4)
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LUXURIOUS MINK COAT
– Special $495 – Cost $1,800.
Medium size. Practically
new. 301-438-2822. (2.4)
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PIANO FOR SALE. 15000
Eardley Ct: 1964 Story and
Clark Upright piano. Excellent condition. Appraised
at $800-$1,000. Price negotiable. To view and for
information call Zimmerman 301-529-0533. (2.4)
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HEALTH CARE
SERVICES
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The Leisure World News will
allow only those advertisers
who show proof of certification to advertise that they are
“certified nursing assistants.”
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ELDERLY CARE: OVER
10 years experience. Great
reference. Available for long
days or nights. Can drive.
301-806-3691. (6.17.14)
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HOME HEALTH AIDE.
Looking for a dependable,
reliable, caring, loving, kind
aide with over 15 years experience working home health and
hospice care? Licensed CNA,
GNA, CMT, patient care tech.
and pharmacy tech., first aid
and CPR. Current background
check. Available days or
nights. Will transport and run
errands. Currently working in
Leisure World. 240-367-2267
or 240-422-9266. (2.4.14)
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“A” HOME HEALTH CARE
for Senior Citizens – Care you
can trust and is affordable.
Reliable and qualified aide
and nursing staff available.
Companionship, personal care,
meds, housekeeping, shopping, driving. Full/part-time
or live-in. Flat rate for live-in
care. Call 240-533-6599. (5.6)
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DAWN OF THE PHOENIX Take the worry out of your day
by providing our gentle care for
you or your loved ones. Short
and long term assignments
welcome. LLC companionship and domestic care. Call
301-918-8434. (12.3 -5.6first)
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HONEST, CARING, licensed
CNA, Med. Tech. Available daytime, nighttime and weekends.
Hours negotiable. Good ref. Brenda Young, 240-277-0496. (3.4)
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OVER 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE and great references.
Duties include bathing, meal
preparation, dressing, transferring, lifting, transportation to
doctors, medication reminders and light housekeeping.
Hours are open. Contact Dorcas, 240-701-0148 or [email protected]. (2.4)
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HOME CARE AIDE FOR
elderly. Eighteen years experience. Excellent refs. Call day
or night. 240-687-9928. (3.18)
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PERSONAL CARE and Concierge Services. Hygiene care,
meal preparation, housekeeping, driving, shopping, pet care,
errands. Nursing assistants or
companions available 24/7. All
staff members pass a thorough
background check. Licensed,
bonded, insured. Great rates!
Call 301-570-7450. (4.1)
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I AM A HARDWORKING,
reliable, loving CNA looking to
assist you! 13 years experience,
FT/PT. Salary negotiable. Good
refs. Call 240-552-4222. (2.4)
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CAREGIVER – GNA CERTIFIED. Very kind, polite,
honest, hardworking. Sixteen
years experience. Will provide
care with patience, love and
compassion. Live very close to
Leisure World. Ready to accept
any hours you have available.
Please call 202-817-9603. (2.4)
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LOVING HOME CARE –
“Care you can trust and afford.”
Companionship, hygiene care,
meal preparation, housekeeping, errands, appointments.
Loving, dependable caregivers
for FT/PT or Live-in. We offer
a flat rate for live-in care. Low
rates, no deposit required.
Call 301-490-1146. www.
lovinghomecare.org. (4.15)
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CNA/CMT – OVER 15 YEARS
experience. Trustworthy. Reasonable price, plus good references in L.W. Cooking,
getting to doctor’s appointments, running errands. Have
own car. Call Ana, 240-4918978, 301-622-6633. (2.18)
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MALE MEDTECH/CERTIFIED Nurse Assistant (CNA)
with over 10 years experience
available for assistance, help
with personal care, etc. Dedicated, kind, and strong, with
excellent references. Please
call or text Sam Awusi at 301675-5585; for references please
contact Esther at estherg42@
gmail.com or 301-641--6385 or
Sarah at 240-472-5169. (2.18)
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CNA, CPR & FIRST AID – Five
years experience. Good references. Seeking day or night shift.
Care-giving. Can drive. Speaks
both English and French. Please
callAmah at 301-454-9930. (2.4)
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I AM LOOKING FOR a job as
a caregiver. I have been a caregiver for more than 10 years.
Available five days. Please
call Mary, 240-938-8394. (2.4)
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I AM LOOKING FOR a job as
a caregiver. I have been a caregiver for more than 10 years.
Available five days. Please
call Cafo, 301-364-7423. (2.4)
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NURSING ASSISTANT –
Loving and caring. Looking for fulltime live-in position. Please call and ask for
Yvette, 240-705-1085. (2.4)
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CNA, GNA, CMT, FIRST AID,
CPR, current background check.
Has 10 years experience. Seeking night care or day care or
companionship with the elderly
Monday through Friday. Excellent references. Please call Christine. Phone: 240-429-2334. (2.4)
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I AM SEEKING COMPANIONSHIP position with elderly.
I have more than three years
experience in companion care.
Available days and weekend or
weekend live-in. Current CPR.
Excellent references. Please call
Elizabeth, 301-385-0214. (2.4)
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CNA/COMPANION for the sick
or elderly care. I am experienced,
compassionate and reliable.
Available days, nights, Monday
through Fridays and weekends,
fulltime, part-time, with 23 years
of experience. Own transportation. 301-442-9324. (2.18)
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HELP WANTED
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THE SENIOR CONNECTION needs volunteers to help
our home-bound Montgomery
County neighbors live as independently as possible by providing escorted transportation
to scheduled medical appointments, helping with grocery
shopping by either shopping
for or with them, and driving
them to nearby locations to
run errands. Trips are typically
scheduled during non-rush hour
and are less than five miles from
home. A volunteer driver usually provides one trip a week for
one person and the schedule is
flexible based on your availability. Volunteers receive training,
recognition and are covered
by the organization’s liability
insurance. Volunteers feel a
great satisfaction knowing that
they are giving an important
service to their neighbors. Currently there are many residents
who receive the services from
volunteers of The Senior Connection and there are only a few
of us who volunteer. To learn
more about the volunteer opportunities, please call Marcia
Custer at 301-962-0820 x14
or by email marcia.custer@
seniorconnectionmc.org. Also
you may wish to visit The Senior
Connection website, www.seniorconnectionmc.org. (11.6c)
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URGENT NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS to help their neighbors 60 and older with grocery
shopping. Escort a senior to the
grocery store, assist with reading product labels, reach stock,
handle carts and put away groceries or shop for an individual
form a prepared list and put
groceries away upon returning.
Provide companionship. Commit to serving two to three hours
a week or every other week for
six to 12 months. Seniors on
the waiting list live in zip code
20906. Shopping schedule set
at your convenience. Contact
Marcia Custer (301-962-0820
x14), [email protected]. (3.5.13c)
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COLESVILLE MEALS on
Wheels needs volunteers. We
are an independent group of volunteers that deliver meals in the
northeastern Silver Spring area to
those who, due to an ailment, are
unable to cook for themselves.
If you are interested, please
call 301-384-5735. (9.17c)
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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
literacy tutor! The Literacy
Council of Montgomery County
“Skills for Life.” Help an
adult learn to read, write or
speak English. For orientation
schedule, contact 301-6100030 or email [email protected]. www.literacycouncilmcmd.org. (10/1c)
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
for MOW: Meals on Wheels
(MOW), which runs out of the
Inter-Faith Chapel site, needs
more volunteers to deliver
meals. If you have or know
someone who has one and a half
to two hours every other week
or one time a month and might
be interested in serving in this
capacity, please contact 410730-9476. MOW is a wonderful
program that helps individuals
remain in their homes and independent as much as possible.
The personal contact is as important as the good nutrition. (c)
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SITE COORDINATOR- Montgomery County - Leisure World
- Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. (20 Hrs per week).
Responsibilities: Oversee the
distribution of individually
packaged meals to homebound
elderly and disabled community
members in Leisure World and
surrounding areas. Ensure
cleanliness and food safety, and
maintaining site. Oversee Meals
on Wheels volunteers. Help
identify clients who need additional services, and work with
other staff to identify resources
to meet client needs. Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal
skills. The ability to interact
well with elderly and disabled
community members. Some
knowledge of food handling/
sanitation/safety and have, or be
willing to obtain, ServSafe Certification The ability to stand and
lift (up to 40 lbs.) occasionally
while working. Current Maryland driver’s license and access
to a personal vehicle. Ability to
pass criminal background check
and drug screening. Position Details - Competitive salary, mileage re-imbursement, paid leave
time, and 401K match offered.
Great opportunity for a student,
stay at home parent or retiree.
HR Department, 515 S. Haven
St., Baltimore, Md. 21224.
[email protected]. (2.18p)
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NOTICES
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THE LEISURE WORLD of
Maryland NEWS reserves the
right to reject or discontinue
any advertisement believed
inimical to the best interest of
Leisure World. We shall accept
advertising on the same basis
as other reputable publications:
that is, we shall not knowingly
permit a dishonest advertisement to appear in the Leisure
World of Maryland News, but
at the same time we will not
undertake to guarantee the reliability of our advertisers. (c)
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The MONTGOMERY COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY needs
permanent and foster homes for
loving pets that offer companionship and love. Pet request
accepted. Visit our Shelter at
14645 Rothgeb Dr. Rockville,
just off Norbeck Road, 1-7
PM, Monday - Friday and 12-5
Saturday. 301-279-1823. (c)
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AARP WIDOWED PERSONS
Service - Free weekly support
groups are available to anyone
widowed less than two years. 2
– 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, Holiday
Park Senior Center, Wheaton;
2 – 4 p.m., Thursdays, Jane
Lawton Community Center,
4301 Willow Lane, Chevy
Chase; and 1 – 2 p.m., Mondays, Margaret Schweinhaut
Senior Center, 1000 Forest Glen
Road, Silver Spring. Monthly
education meetings, travel and
other activities also offered to
anyone widowed regardless
of time. For more information, call 301-949-7398. (c)
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JOIN US! DISABLED AMERICAN Veterans Auxiliary, Ernie
Pyle Unit #4. Help us help our
disabled veterans! Eligibility: wife, mother, daughters,
widow, sisters, granddaughters,
great-granddaughters. Meetings
held every second Wednesday
at 7 p.m. VFW Post 2562,
11316 Fern St., Wheaton.
Phone: 301-933-1588. Contact:
Commander-Queen E. Pulliam,
301-460-0509; adjutant, Ruth
McMichael, 301-946-3264. (c)
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ADULT RELATIONSHIP
THERAPY GROUP for people who are deaf or hard of
hearing who can sign, every
Tuesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m., 11B
Firstfield Road, Gaithersburg.
$55/session. 301-990-7215
(TTY) or 301-990-6880. (c)
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JSSA SUPPORT GROUP 6123 Montrose Road, Rockville.
For newly bereaved spouses
bereaved in the past year. Prospective members are asked to
wait to join until two or three
months have passed since the
death. Offers mutual support in
coping with grief. Group meets
the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of
every month, 9:30 – 11 a.m. and
the 2nd and 4th Friday of every
month, 10:30 a.m. – noon at
JSSA. Free. Pre-registration
required. 301-816-2683. (c)
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HOSPICE CARING, INC., the
volunteer, non-medical hospice
in Gaithersburg, sponsors two
widows & widowers support
groups for anyone over age 50
who is grieving the death of a
spouse. These groups meet in
Bethesda every Thursday afternoon and in Gaithersburg every
Wednesday afternoon. Groups
are on-going (you may join at
any time) and are free. For
more information and/or to register, contact the Bereavement
Coordinator at 301-869-4673
or www.hospicecaring.org (c)
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THINKING OF RETIRING?
Before you do--call 1-800-TAX
FORM (1-800-829-3676) and
order Publications 505, 554, and
575 or visit www.irs.gov. These
free materials will assist you in
calculating the tax that may apply to your Pension, IRA, 401K
or Social Security Benefits. (c)
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VETERANS ARE INVITED
to become a member of Silver
Spring Memorial VFW Post
2562 at 11316 Fern St., Wheaton
(next door to Ferdinand’s Restaurant). Diversified progressive
post with 650 members with
ladies auxiliary and a men’s
auxiliary. Post home has a front
lounge as well as a kitchen and a
ballroom. We also have a pool/
game room. Monthly newsletter. Annual dues, $25 with an
initial first membership fee of
$5. Life memberships available.
Call Post Commander Tomas F.
Bunting, 301-384-6562 (home)
or 301-933-1588 (post). (c)
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BEREAVEMENT GROUP
– Mondays 7 – 8: 30 p.m.,
Gaithersburg. Coping with a
Suicide-Loss Support Group.
Ongoing group led by trained
Hospice Caring volunteers.
Free. Pre-registration required.
Call 301-890-0854 or visit
www.hospicecaring.org (c)
_
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
Groups – Hospice Caring, Inc.
sponsors bereavement support
groups for adults grieving the
loss of a loved one, including
Anticipatory Grief, Coping with
a Suicide Death, Loss of an Adult
Child, Loss of a Parent, and Loss
of a Sibling or Friend, Widows
& Widowers and Spousal and
Partner Loss – 50s and 60s.
These groups are free of charge
and provide a safe and caring
atmosphere where stories can
be shared and feelings understood. For further information
and/or to register, contact the
bereavement coordinator at 301890-0854. Hospice Caring, Inc.
is the volunteer, non-medical
hospice in Montgomery County
that provides free practical and
emotional support to terminally
ill patients and their families,
and to anyone grieving the loss
of a loved one. To learn more,
www.hospicecaring.org ©
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ATTENTION LEISURE World
Softball Players – The Montgomery County Association is
looking for players to participate in their Monday morning
softball league. Games are
played nearby in Olney and
CLASSIFIED
DEADLINE FOR
THE NEXT ISSUE
is Thursday, Feb. 6
at 4 PM. Please submit
your ad in writing with
payment before this date.
Call 301.598.1310 for info.
is open to men 70 years and
older and women 50 years
and older. The league starts
April 2013. Sign up forms are
available in the E&R Office. ©
_______________________
FEELING BLUE? Need to
talk? 301-738-CALL. Free and
confidential. 24 hours a day/7
days a week. Hotline is a service
of the Mental Health Association of Montgomery County. ©
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MODEL AIRPLANE CLUB –
We build and fly rubber band
and electric powered free flight
and radio controlled airplanes
indoors and outdoors. We have
indoor flying every Monday
from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the
Bauer Driver Civic Center just
off Route 28. We have building classes for novices. Interested? Come and see us or call
Herb Jones, 301-598-6120. ©
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KENSINGTON CLUB – A social day program for people in
the early stages of Alzheimer’s
disease and other dementias
located at Temple Emanuel,
10101 Connecticut Ave.,
Kensington. Hours are Monday
through Thursday 10 a.m. – 2
p.m. Opportunity for peer support, cognitive and physical
activities. Includes physical
and cognitive exercise, discussions on range of topics,
guest entertainers, morning
coffee and lunch. Club size
limited to 10 per day. Members may attend one to four
days a week. For information
on membership and fees, call
Ruth Oliver (301-255-4204)
or email [email protected] Kensington Club is
a nonsectarian program of the
Jewish Council for the Aging
of Greater Washington. JCA
is a nonprofit, nonsectarian
agency serving people of all
faiths and walks of live. ©
_____________________
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
– I Can Cope – last Wednesday of each month at Montgomery General Hospital,
7 – 9 PM. Call 301-7748881 or 301-570-7490. ©
_____________________
WIDOWERS LUNCH – every
Wednesday at the Marriott Hotel on Pooks Hill Road. Widow
and widowers lunch every
second Wednesday. Individual
checks given. For more information, call 301-949-7398. ©
_______________________
A FREE SELF-HELP GROUP
for anxiety and depression is
held weekly in Silver Spring
four miles from Leisure World.
A free self-help group for
anxiety, panic disorder, depression, OCD and other
nervous symptoms meets every
Thursday evening at 7:30 at the
Glenmont United Methodist
Church in Silver Spring at
the corner of Georgia Avenue
and Weller Road. Please note
that there are several other
meetings in the greater Washington, D.C. area also, but
the Glenmont meeting is the
closest to Leisure World. It is
one of more than 700 groups
of its kind held by Recovery
International, a worldwide
organization formed in 1937
that uses self-help methods that
parallel those used in Cognitive
Therapy. In fact, the Recovery
Method formed the basis for
Cognitive Therapy. Through
the Recovery International
process, members learn to
manage stress, panic, anxiety,
depression, anger, irrational
fears, phobias, compulsions,
obsessions and other emotional
or behavioral problems. Mem-
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bers also learn how to face and
manage psychosomatic symptoms such as heart palpitations,
dizziness, shortness of breath,
sweats, fatigue, headaches,
numbness, chest pressure and
sleep problems. This is accomplished by identifying and
managing negative thoughts,
feelings and beliefs and replacing them with healthy thinking.
All group leaders are trained
lay volunteers who have experienced some type of difficulty
with an emotional problem and
practice the Recovery International method of self-help. For
more information, please call
Mary Ann at 703-899-4087
or Tom at 301-422-7439, or
visit www.recovery-inc.org. ©
_______________________
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT
GROUP- To explore the issues of caring for an aging
loved one. Meets the 1st and
3rd Thursday of the month at
6:30 p.m. Landow House, 1799
East Jefferson St, Rockville.
Contact #: 301-816-5032. ©
_______________________
HAVE AN ORGAN Transplant? Enjoy playing sports?
Come join us on Team Nation’s
Capital. We are a group of local
transplant recipients who have
fun competing in the National
Transplant Games. We compete in golf, swimming, track
& field, tennis, table tennis and
many more, all in our own age
group. At the same time, we are
helping to enlighten the public
to the need for organ donors.
Contact Wayne Hart, your
LW neighbor, for more information at 301-871-8668. (c)
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SENIORS FOR SENIORS
Program – An opportunity for
seniors to experience the enjoyment of having a senior cat as
a companion. The goals of the
program are to make it easier
for seniors to get involved and
to provide an opportunity to
those who might want a cat but
are not sure they can take care
of one and for those who want
to help the cats in our community find new, permanent
homes. Seniors over the age of
60 and cats six year or older or
special needs cats are eligible.
Interested seniors must complete a volunteer form (online
or in person) and a “foster”
or “foster to adopt” form and
be approved by the coordinator. Renters must supply their
landlord’s name and phone
number. All fosters need a room
where the cat can be isolated
from other pets. The Animal
Welfare League of Montgomery County pays all medical
expenses for foster cats. Fosters
pay for food and litter (there
are exceptions to this policy).
AWLMC guarantees to take
back any cat at any time. There
are short term and long-term
foster programs. AWLMC
counselors help match the cat
to the potential adopter. The
trial period is one month. The
cost to adopt is $75. For more
information contact AWLMC,
PO Box 7041, Gaithersburg,
MD 20898 or 301-740-2511.
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ATTENTION DOG OWNERS
– Olney Dog Park now open.
On Emory Lane, one block
from the pool in Olney Manor
Park. Three areas: for small,
medium and large dogs. ©
_____________________
INTERESTED IN SHARING your business expertise?
The Service Corps of Retired
Executives (SCORE) provides free counseling to budding entrepreneurs wanting
to start a new business. More
counselors are needed, as
demand has greatly increased
recently. Sites in need: Olney,
Wheaton, Silver Spring and
downtown Washington. Washington D.C. SCORE Chapter
is very congenial; members
have many different specialties. Training provided. Details
from Laverne, SCORE office
(202-272-0390). Questions?
Fred Olson, 301-598-0511. ©
_____________________
I HAVE PERIPHERAL Neuropathy. I am seeking residents
of Leisure World who have
peripheral neuropathy to contact
me so that we may help each other. Herb Fine, 301-598-5178. (c)
_____________________
KEEPING SENIORS SAFE
– Morton A. Davis, coordinator and resident is available to
discuss identity theft prevention, driving and shopping
habits, frauds and scams, home
safety inspection and property
crimes. The program is part of
the Montgomery County Police
Department Volunteer Resource
Section. Davis is a member of
The Commission on Aging of
Montgomery County in conjunction with the Montgomery
County Police Department.
Call Morton A. Davis, 240242-3742 or 240-773-5625. (c)
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THE SENIOR CONNECTION’S Shoppers Program
seeks to help disabled seniors
who are unable to get their
groceries into their homes on
a regular basis. We match
individuals 60 years and older
with incomes of $30,450/year
or less for singles and $34,800/
year for couples with a volunteer
shopper. Shoppers are matched
on a one-to-one basis and will
shop either for or with a senior.
Application forms and a brochure describing the program
are available by calling Greg
Muncill, Shoppers Program
Director, 301-942-1049 or by
e-mail to [email protected]. Also contact
Greg if you wish to be a volunteer shopper. The time commitment to serve is 2-3 hours
a week for 6 to 12 months. ©
________________________
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT
GROUP – 2 to 3 p.m., first
Tuesdays, The Studio, Arden
Courts, 2505 Musgrove Road,
Silver Spring. For caregivers,
family members or friends of
those who are living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related
dementia. Facilitated by Cathy
Lonas, RN, BSN, MSBA, registered nurse and geriatric care
manager in private practice.
Objectives: Discover how other
family members and caregivers
have addressed challenging situations, find out valuable care
giving tips from other caregivers, get the extra guidance and
support you may need from others who are in a similar situation
and decrease your care giving
stress and improve your well being. 301-847-3051 or email [email protected] ©
_____________________
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
– Orientation sessions are every
Monday at 11 a.m. and the second and fourth Thursday of each
month at 6 p.m. RSVP required
at 301-493-5002. Location:
Hope Connections for Cancer
Support, 5430 Grosvenor Lane,
Bethesda. Ongoing, professionally facilitated support groups.
Find support, explore ways
of coping with the stress of a
cancer diagnosis and treatment
and learn how to be active in
enhancing their health and well
being. Hope Connections offers
weekly groups for people with
all types of cancer, weekly
groups for caregivers and a
weekly bereavement group.
301-493-5002 or [email protected] ©
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REAL ESTATE
_______________________
CATHY GILMOUR REAL
ESTATE, a Long and Foster
company, working for YOU
since 1965 – in Leisure World
Plaza behind the Kozi Café
(old Starbucks location). See
our ad in this issue. (2.4.14)
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A WISE CHOICE. Call me.
Marilyn Rubinstein of Weichert
Realtors. Your expert in this
great community. Top 1% Nationwide. #1 Office Producer
with over 40 years of experience and hundreds of sales right
here. Call me for a free market
analysis. Please call and we’ll
talk. I make buying or selling
an enjoyable and successful
experience. Call Marilyn today – 301-674-1288. (6.17.14)
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THINKING OF SELLING your
home or that of a relative? 2013
was impressive! Even better
news is that our area is continuing to transition to a seller’s
market. Inventory continues to
remain at an all time low. Our zip
code prices have risen thirteen
percent since October 2012. I’ve
loved living in our community
for over 10 years. Meet me at the
Plaza office or our satelitte office
in the Leisure World Admin.
Building. I know all the floor
plans and how to price them! In
2011, I became a Riderwood and
Ericson Preferred Realtor. I was
given the Weichert Top Producer
Award for achieving #1 ranking
for resales for September 2013
in Montgomery County. I love to
list…especially close to home!
My color brochures, multiple
websites, staging techniques
and new visual property tours
display your home and community at its best. My weekly
reports detailing web hits,
showings, & competing properties keep you updated. Call
for a free competitive market
analysis. References available.
Sue Heyman, Top 1% of Agents
Nationwide, Senior & Relo
Specialist, 301-580-5556. (2.4)
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LEISURE WORLD – 1BR +
1FB on main level home in
a senior and gated community, near shopping, restaurants,
dentists, doctors and more!
For sale: $102,000. Call 301236-4300 or 240-277-3484.
Long & Foster, Inc. (2.18)
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KINGS POINT, DELRAY
Beach, FL. Spacious onebedroom, ground floor, corner
condo with 1.5 baths, enclosed
tiled patio (parking adjacent),
golf course view in front.
Community amenities/activities galore, free bus service.
$29,900. For details/photos,
google: “255 Tuscany E, Delray Beach FL 33446” or MLS
#RX-9990069.” Call Rochelle
Kolika, 561-414-9193. (2.4)
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MUST SELL. CONDO SALE
– 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,326 sq. ft.
w/ sunroom, 3 blocks from clubhouse, pool, golf, restaurants.
Reduced price $98,500. By apt.
Call owner (301-509-8470 info.
Age 55+, two pets allowed. (2.18)
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SERVICES
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ALTERATIONS - 27 years
experience in Leisure World!
Men’s & woman’s garments
picked up and dropped off at
your convenience. Very competitive prices. Call Mimi,
301-990-6468. (3.2014)
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LOCKS - Deadbolt locks installed, or your present lock rekeyed. Special locks for people
with arthritis. For free estimate
call Glenn Murphy at OLNEY
LOCK SERVICE, 301-7747727. 10% off with this ad. (12.17)
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KITCHEN AND BATHROOM
Remodeling – Cabinet and
countertop replacement, and
bathtub to accessible shower
conversions. Please call Joe
at JML Remodeling. 301598-8400. Serving Leisure
World since 1988. MHIC#
36674. Thank you. (1.2014)
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TV, VCR, STEREO - In Home
Service. J.W. Stitt Co. 25
years experience. All work
guaranteed. Licensed. Call
John, 301-943-0600. (6.5)
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COMPUTER SERVICES –
Problem with your PC or
Network? Computer Systems
Engineer will come to you with
help. Home, Business. Call D.
Guisset,
301-6424526.
(12/2014)
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HOUSE CLEANING –
PROUDLY serving the Leisure World community. Quality service at affordable rates,
weekly, bi-weekly, monthly
intervals available. Please
call CC & Son for free estimate. 301-253-0544. (4.15)
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PRESERVE YOUR FAMILY
Memories! Don’t let your precious photos be forgotten or
fade over time. I’ll transfer
your photos, slides, and mementos to a CD so they can be
easily shared with friends and
family. Once they’re scanned,
I can bring your photos to life in a
memorable DVD slideshow that
will make a creative and unique
gift for any occasion. Call
Kim at Virtual Computer Services, 301-438-3140. (2.2014)
_______________________
SMALLS & SMALLS MOVERS, LLC – We conduct every
move with care – all your
items are treated with utmost
respect – small or large –
prices to match the items.
Insured notary. 240-286-5854,
[email protected]. (6.17.14)
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COMPUTER LESSONS /
SERVICES - Need help with
your computer? Training, new
computer setup, troubleshooting, installation. Lessons at
your residence at your convenience. Teach basic computer, email, surfing the web,
Windows 8, photos, digital
cameras, smartphones, and
more. Patient trainer will sit
by your side and teach you in
plain English - no technical talk!
Shopping assistance for all electronic & computer items. Senior
specialist since 1996. Senior
discount. Call David at 301-7622570. ComputerTutor (2.18)
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LOCKSMITH – 35 YEARS
servicing the community. I
pay particular attention to
detail and always leave every
space immaculate. I wouldn’t
settle for less—you shouldn’t
either. If you need me, I’m
right around the corner in
Longmead Crossing. Licensed,
bonded and insured. I look
forward to serving you. Steve
Allen, 301-346-9380. (6.17)
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A+ COMPUTER SERVICES –
Free in-home diagnostic of your
computer, printer or basic setups.
A+ certified, virus removal,
backup and retrieve important
data, photos and music, also
will teach lessons on Microsoft
Office and basic computer
skills at your home. Alex Norouzi (301-312-2277). I reside
in Leisure World. (2.2014)
_______________________
DRAPERY CLEANING –
Sheers only. Take down – rehanging/no charge. Free pickup
and delivery. Free estimate. Call
Barbara, 301-384-4390. (12.17)
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PET SITTING & dog walking.
Cats, dogs & other species. Can
give meds. LW resident. Mary
Beth 240-558-4013. (4.15)
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CARPENTER/HANDYMAN
- Nearly 40 years experience.
Cabinets, shelves, drywall
repair. Picture hanging, hardware, plumbing and electrical
fixture installation, Reasonable hourly rate. Call Tony
@ 301-922-8838. Email [email protected]. (2.4)
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PC REPAIR/ELECTRONICS
Installer - $40/hour. Clean up
viruses, spyware, diagnose
hardware problems, install PC’s/
printers, set up secure wireless
laptop/PC connections. Son
of a Leisure World resident.
Gary, 301-339-3544. (4.1.14)
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R & G CLEANING SERVICES
– Small, family-owned business catering to you and your
household needs. Friendly,
reliable and trustworthy with
many years of experience.
Reasonable rates and flexible
hours. Licensed and insured.
Help with household organization. Free estimate with appointment. Call 301-442-5032. (3.4)
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DRIVER/TRANSPORTAT I O N – D o c t o r a p pointments, shopping. Call
Mike, 240-669-6231. (2.4)
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SNOWBIRDS SEASON Special - Auto transport. East coast
route to Florida $650 (flat fee
no extra charges). Email me:
[email protected]
for more information. (3.4)
_______________________
SYD’S TRANSPORTATION
Services – Airport, shopping, doctor’s appointments,
etc. 301-370-8964. (2.4)
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PAT’S SENIOR SERVICES
– (Leisure World resident)
companion/aide, driver, errand
runner, housekeeper and nutritious cooking. Call Pat, 301-5981496 or 240-475-5288. (4.1)
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TAX PREPARATION - Personal and confidential, more
than 30 years experience. Experience includes many states,
business as well as personal
returns. Please call for more
information. Cell 240-4472370, office 410-415-5970. (3.4)
_____________________
CLEANING BY MILLEY Dependable, loving, and honest.
Please call for a free estimate,
240-264-0941. Ready to be of
excellent service to you! (4.15)
_____________________
FRENCH/ENGLISH qualified
and experienced paralegal will
assist you to fill-in legal documents, represent you in worker’s
compensation, unemployment
insurance benefits cases, including hearings at first instance and
appeals. Also translation and
interpretation services, including interviews and depositions.
Leisure World resident. Please
contact George A., 240-4624453, [email protected]. (2.4)
_______________________
UPCOMING
EVENTS
________________________
INFORMATION SESSION –
10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 4;
7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13;
Rockville Memorial Library. For
volunteers interested in helping
adults learn to read, write, or
speak English. Once volunteers
have completed the information session, they can select a
two-part training session that
fits their schedules. No foreign
language skills necessary. Tutors work one-on-one or with
small groups. 301-610-0030,
email [email protected] or visit www.literacycouncilmcmd.org. (2.4)
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CONCERT – 4 p.m., Sunday,
Feb. 9, Cultural Arts Center,
7995 Georgia Ave., Silver
Spring. Pablo Saelzer leads
Avanti Orchestra in performance of Haydn “Surprise”
Symphony, Vaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme
by Thomas Tallis, Beethoven
Allegretto from Symphony
No. 7, Ginastera Variaciones Concertantes. Free. Elderly/disabled accessible.
[email protected]. (2.4)
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QUARTER AUCTION – 1
p.m., Saturday, March 15,
Gaithersburg Activity Center,
506 S. Frederick Ave., Bohrer
Park, Gaithersburg. Theme
gift baskets, auction items,
and more! Doors open at 1
p.m. to register & pick up your
paddles and quarters, check
out all the vendors and bid on
the silent auction items. The
auction begins at 2 p.m. Be a
vendor, donate auction items,
sponsor the event, volunteer,
or just come, play, have fun,
and win! Admission: $15,
in advance; $20 at the door;
includes $10 in quarters and
one bidding paddle. Additional paddles are $2 each
or three paddles for $5. For
advance tickets, contact Jackie,
301-990-8903 or jamiep@
hospicecaring.org. (3.4)
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PUT THE MUSIC YOU love
back in your life! Enjoy live
jazz and swing on the first Friday of the month at Hollywood
East Café, Westfield Wheaton
Shopping Mall, 7 to 10 p.m.
Listen to the Night & Day Combo perform the classic standard
songs of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s,
from Cole Porter, Gerswin, et
al. Great music, great food,
no cover charge! (1.2015p)
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WANTED
_______________________
FAST CASH FOR USED
CARS - Big dollars paid for
your used car! Over 40 years
experience serving Leisure
World. Leave message 24
hours. I will come to you.
Cash or cashiers check at
your request. I can also help
with your new car purchase,
any make or model! Md.
Dealer #U2927. Call Marty
Salins, 301-325-1973. (c)
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THE HOUSING UNLIMITED, Inc. Committee would
like to take this opportunity
to thank all of you who have
donated the beautiful furniture,
in the past that was used to
furnish the houses provided
by the organization. We are
again accepting furniture, in
good condition. Please call
the Housing Unlimited, Inc.
office at 301-592-9314. (c)
Please use this coupon to write your classified ad. Rates are $6.25 (residents) or
$10.25 (non-residents & all service ads)
for 30 words and 10 cents each additional
word. Bring your ad with payment to the
Leisure World News office in Clubhouse I
or you may mail it to: Leisure World News,
3700 Rossmoor Blvd., Silver Spring, MD
20906. Questions? Call 301-598‑1310.
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