Edenforum - Edenwald

The Edentimes
June
2016
Volume 30
Issue 6
Edenforum
The Rise of Duke Ellington
The first day of June brings Seth Kibel back to Edenwald.
Seth, one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier woodwind
specialists, will present The Rise of Duke Ellington,
chronicling his rise from the most inauspicious of
beginnings to become one of the greatest composers of
the 20th century. Find out how The Duke made the
transition from "hired help" to a pianist, composer, and
bandleader second to none. Recordings and live
performances by Seth on the saxophone, clarinet and
flute will keep this presentation as lively and exciting as
The Duke's music itself. See you there on Wednesday,
June 1 at 7:30 in the auditorium.
Notes from a Colored Girl: The Civil War
Pocket
Edenforum is pleased to welcome Dr. Kay Whitehead on
Monday, June 13 at 7:30 in the auditorium as she
presents her book Notes from a Colored Girl. In her book
she examines the life and experiences of Emilie Frances
Davis, a freeborn twenty-one-year-old mulatto woman,
through a close reading of three pocket diaries she kept
from 1863 to 1865. Dr. Whitehead explores Davis's
worldviews and politics, her perceptions of both public
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and private events, her personal relationships, and her place in Philadelphia's
free black community in the nineteenth century.
Dr. Karsonya (Kaye) Wise Whitehead is Associate
Professor of Communication and African and African
American Studies at Loyola University Maryland; the
Founding Executive Director of The Emilie Frances Davis
Center for Education, Research, and Culture; a K-12 Master
Teacher in African American History; an award-winning
curriculum writer and lesson plan developer. She received
her Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County
in the Language, Literacy, and Culture program, her M.A.
from the University of Notre Dame, Indiana in International
Peace Studies.
Innocent: Confessions of a Welfare Mother
Edenforum is pleased to welcome Barbara Morrison on Monday, June 20 at
7:30 in the auditorium as she tells us her story about life on welfare.
Growing up in a prosperous neighborhood, B. Morrison was taught that poverty
was a product of laziness and public assistance programs only rewarded
irresponsibility. However, when her marriage soured, she
abruptly found herself an impoverished single mother.
Disowned by her parents and facing destitution for herself
and her two small sons, she was forced to accept the
handout so disdained by her parents and their world:
welfare. This dramatic memoir tells how one woman finds
and grasps the lifeline that ultimately enables her to
become independent.
Barbara Morrison, who writes under the name B. Morrison, is a Baltimore native
who is the author of this memoir and two poetry collections, Terrarium and Here
at Least. Barbara's award-winning work has been published in anthologies and
magazines. She conducts writing workshops, provides editing services, and (as
the owner of a small press) speaks about publishing and marketing.
Fact-checking in unusual times: The 2016 race for the White
House
How many times have you listened to a political candidate and said, along with
the comedian, Bill Maher: “I don’t know for a fact [that he/she is lying] I just
know it’s true”? PolitiFact is a fact-checking website that rates the accuracy of
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claims by elected officials and others who speak up in American politics, from
small inaccuracies to “pants on fire” misstatements. Their “truth-o-meter” should
allow a more meaningful participation in the political
process. Edenforum is pleased to welcome Jon Greenberg
on Wednesday, June 22 at 7:30 in the auditorium to talk
about fact checking during this presidential race.
Jon is a staff writer with PolitiFact, the Pulitzer Prizewinning fact-checking news service. Since 2011, he has run
claims from politicians, pundits, Facebook posts and tweets
through the patented Truth-o-Meter. Most recently, Jon has
helped launch PolitiFact’s partnership with Johannesburgbased Africa Check to assess statements tied to global
health and development.
He is a two-time winner of the Society of Professional Journalists investigative
journalism award, and has degrees from Johns Hopkins University, Syracuse
University and Harvard University.
First Dads
“What kind of a father is a man? The question is so basic and potentially
revealing of character, yet most presidential biographers barely discuss it. With
insight, grace, and wit, Joshua Kendall delves deeply into the fascinating and
often fraught relationships of presidents and their progeny. With meticulous
research, he draws connections between presidential parenting styles and
governing policies. Edenforum is pleased to welcome Mr. Kendall on Monday,
June 27 at 7:30 in the auditorium.
Joshua C. Kendall was born in New York City. He
received his BA (summa cum laude) from Yale where
he studied comparative literature. He also did graduate
work in comparative literature at Johns Hopkins. For
his excellence in reporting on psychiatry, he has
received national journalism awards from both the
National Mental Health Association (now Mental Health
America) and the American Psychoanalytic
Association. He lives in Boston where he has ample
opportunity to indulge his love of squash. He is currently
an Associate Fellow of Yale’s Trumbull College.
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The Future of American Democracy in a Diverse and
Conflict-Ridden Environment
Edenforum is pleased to welcome Michael Reisch on
Wednesday, June 29 at 7:30 in the auditorium. Mr. Reisch
will discuss The Future of American Democracy in a
Diverse and Conflict-Ridden Environment.
Michael Reisch is the Daniel Thursz Distinguished
Professor of Social Justice at the University of Maryland,
Baltimore, School of Social Work. A former Woodrow
Wilson Fellow and Fulbright Scholar, he has held faculty and administrative
positions at the University of Maryland, University of Michigan, University of
California, Berkeley, University of Pennsylvania, San Francisco State University
and the State University of New York, Stony Brook, and has been a visiting
professor at universities in Europe, Asia, and Australia. In October 2014, he
received both the “Teacher of the Year” award from the University of Maryland,
Baltimore, and the Significant Lifetime Achievement award from the Council on
Social Work Education.
Hospitality Table Mixer
The Welcoming Committee is planning another mixer on
Wednesday, June 22 in the Valley Room for 16 people at
four tables. As before, interested residents must sign up in
the registration book. The first 16 people will be part of the
mixer. There can be several alternates in case someone is
unable to attend. The 16 will meet outside the auditorium at 5:00. It will give
you a chance to dine with someone you don’t know, have never talked with, or
you know only casually. We will make no
effort to have husbands and wives or best
Pianist Needed!
friends together. Ladies and gentlemen as
We have heard rumors that there
well as couples are encouraged to
are some of our residents that
participate. There will be no hosts or
play the piano. The Readers
hostesses for the tables. If you are unable
Theater will need some piano
to attend please call Ramona Guth at 410players in the very near future for
764-7756.
some of the up-coming shows.
We would certainly appreciate
some volunteers to lend us a
Cashiers are desperately needed in
hand and help us. Come and join
the Country Store. Training is available.
the fun. Please call Jerry
Please call Marj Quigley at 410-296-0150
Mandelberg at 410-296-4034
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Meet Helen Mullan
Meet Patricia Owens
A warm welcome to a gracious new
resident here at Edenwald, Helen
Mullan. At the end of April, she was
found to be quite settled in her
apartment, 413, and busy with
getting pictures hung and involved
with family members.
Patricia Owens was born in
Baltimore and graduated from Mount
Saint Agnes High School and Notre
Dame College where she majored in
math (because she liked it and it was
easy!) After college she worked for a
while at the Aeronautics Department
at Johns Hopkins and then went to
Germany for five years with Special
Services, a civilian organization that
works with the military. While in
Germany she was able to travel
extensively throughout Europe.
Helen Hiddlestadt was born in
Baltimore and attended Kenwood
High School. For five or six years
after that she worked for a dental
office and was responsible for
making dental appointments.
In 1944, just after the
war, Helen married Joe
Mullan. Helen and Joe
reared their children in
Stoneleigh where they
stayed until they were
grown. Believe it or not,
she has six children, all
born within ten years,
14 grandchildren and 14 great
grandchildren. Five of the six
children live locally so, needless to
say, she stays busy with family.
Helen is delighted with her move to
Edenwald: her apartment and the
many people she has met. Helen
emphasized her continuing
involvement with her family while
enjoying the pool and meeting new
people regularly.
Marj Quigley
When Patricia came home
to Baltimore she worked for
the Red Cross and became
their Director of Youth
Services, which started a
blood donor program for
high school students as
well as a sign language
class and a deaf
awareness program. At the
time she was living in downtown
Baltimore. She then became head of
Public Relations for the Baltimore
Red Cross.
Patricia was briefly married and,
during that time, lived in Howard
County. Patricia does not have
children but has 10 nieces and
nephews. One niece, her namesake,
will be visiting from Sante Fe with
her French husband and Patricia is
looking forward to showing them her
apartment and Baltimore. She has a
nephew in Baltimore who comes to
visit her and a brother in
Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Before moving to Edenwald, Patricia
lived in Charles Village. She was
involved in the Village Learning
Place which took over a closed Pratt
Library. Patricia enjoyed pottery, was
a member of the Potter’s Guild and
also did some painting. She likes
reading and will join the book club.
She also loves gardening and had a
flower box here even before she
moved in! Patricia had wonderful
neighbors in Charles Village and
hated to leave there but finds
Edenwald a remarkably friendly
community – residents and staff
alike.
We welcome this interesting and
active person to Edenwald!
Sue Miller
Meet Shirley Kaufman
Shirley Kaufman, who just moved
into Apartment 1225 in the Terraces,
is no stranger to the Edenwald
neighborhood. Both she and her
daughter graduated from Goucher
College, Edenwald's next door
neighbor.
Ever since Shirley was one year old,
she has lived in Baltimore. She
married Joseph Kaufman, a
Baltimore man, and has two sons
and a daughter who grew up in
Baltimore. Now she has three
grandchildren.
Along the way, Shirley decided to go
back to college and went to
American University where she
received a Master's degree which
opened the door to a career in Public
Relations. She worked for
Nordstrom's and Johns Hopkins
Hospital where she was the Director
of Patient Relations, and then, spent
a busy 15 years at the Peabody
Conservatory Archives.
For recreation, Shirley enjoys music,
dancing and the theater. And
currently she is planning a July trip to
the Berkshires.
Meanwhile, she has settled happily
into her new home at Edenwald.
Frances Conn
Ball Shooter
Alan Shecter won his way into the second round of the first Annual
Edenwald 8-Ball Billiards Tournament May 17, easily out—aiming
the likeable Bill Milner in the Edenwald Billiards Room. He will face
the veteran Frank Knecht on Thursday in Round Two.
Shecter pocketed all seven solids and called the 8—ball for a corner straight
shot to win. “There’s a lot of room for improvement in my aiming,” the modest
Shecter said. “I’m nearly 80 years old, but I am nevertheless the youngest
‘ball—shooter’ in the tournament,” he added. He asked to be careful when
spelling “ball—shooter”. “It’s ‘ball’, not ‘bull’, he said.
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Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis) Vaccine
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) are very serious diseases.
Tdap vaccine can protect us from these diseases. The Centers for Disease
Control (CDC) recommends that Persons aged 65 years and older (e.g.,
grandparents, child-care providers, and health-care practitioners) who have or
who anticipate having close contact with an infant aged less than 12 months
and who previously have not received the Tdap vaccine should receive a single
dose of Tdap to protect against pertussis (whooping cough) and reduce the
likelihood of transmission. For adults aged 65 years and older, a single dose of
Tdap vaccine may be administered in persons who previously have not received
the Tdap vaccine. The Tdap vaccine is offered at any local pharmacy like
Safeway, CVS and Walgreens, these pharmacies also allow walk-ins. Your
doctor’s office may offer the vaccine as well. You do not need a doctor’s order
to receive the vaccine. The cost of the vaccine is billed to your
Medicare/medical insurance; you may have a co-pay
associated with the vaccine. You can always ask the
pharmacist to check your insurance prior to getting the
vaccine to know in advance if you will have a co-pay.
Please let the medical suite or your doctor know if you
have further questions.
Fiction
Meacham, Leila
Ross, Ann
Titans
Miss Julia Inherits a Mess
Mystery
Berry Steve
Calkins, Susanna
Quick, Amanda
The 14th Colony
A Death Along the River Fleet
Till Death do us Part
Large Print – Fiction
Carr, Robyn
What We Find
Coble, Collen
Mermaid Moon
Michaels, Fern
No Safe Secret
Large Print – Mystery
Roberts, Nora
The Obsession
Any Inquires to the Library, please contact Sandy Butchart at 410-491-1313
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Employee Spotlight: Executive Chef Isaac Redd
Edenwald wants to welcome the newest member to our
Dining Services Management Team.
Mr. Isaac Redd is our new Executive Chef. He went to
Baltimore International Culinary College (BICC) and got an
Associate Degree for Professional Cooking and Baking…He
then furthered his education by taking two more years of
Culinary education to get his Bachelor of Science in
Hotel/Motel Management. He is Serve Safe certified
(Sanitation and Cooking focus), he is a C.D.M. (Certified Dietary Manager) and
he has his Food Service Manager credentials for Maryland as well.
His experience leans toward Healthcare and Hospital service…..with that comes
an emphasis on kitchens that, due to the nature of their clientele, have
increased Food Safety and Sanitation
procedures, which we think will be a
great asset to Edenwald’s culinary
production team. He has worked at such
facilities as John Hopkins Hospital (Sous
Chef), GBMC Hospital (Food Service
Manager), Genesis Healthcare facility
(Food Service Manager) and most
recently, for 3 years at Medstar Health
System’s Georgetown Hospital
Washington D.C., as their Executive
Chef.
Dining Services
Sunday Bus Change
Each summer many of the local
churches change their schedule. Please
pay close attention as your bus
departure time may have changed.
Effective as of June 19, the schedule is
as follows
9:20
10:30
Ascension Lutheran Church
Immaculate Conception Church
Trinity Episcopal Church
Towson United Methodist Church
Calvary Baptist Church
10:00 — 11:00 AM
10:00 — 11:00 AM
10:00 — 11:00 AM
10:15 — 11:15 AM
11:00 — 12:00 PM
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Trips and Travel
ALL trips will depart from the Tower lobby. Please arrive at least 10 minutes
prior to the departure time listed.
Activities will continue to be advertised on the bulletin board; however sign-up
sheets are located in the registration book. All activities will be listed in the book
at the beginning of the month, or at least two weeks prior to an event.
Remember - if it’s on the board it’s in the book!
Please remember to always check the Edentimes calendar for shopping,
church, and day/evening trip schedules. If there is a time change for any trip it
will be posted on the bulletin board.
Pimlico Race Track
See you at the races on Thursday, June 2. The bus will
depart at 12:00 and return by 4:30. We will have a buffet
for lunch which includes two hot entrées, sides, dessert
and beverages. Fees for lunch, admission, and
transportation are $35 to be billed to your account. Ten
lucky guests also get their picture taken with the winning
jockey. Sign up early; seats will go fast! This trip is rated moderate.
Zoning Hearing
If Goucher College does not provide Edenwald with
satisfactory covenants we are asking residents to join us at
the zoning meeting on Monday, June 6. Residents are just
attending the meeting at the courthouse and will not be
speaking. The buses will depart at 5:30 from the Tower
Lobby.
The meeting could begin anytime between 6:15-6:30. The Garden Court Cafe
will open at 4:15 for early dining.
Residents will be notified through SARA as to the status of the trip by noon on
Monday, June 6. Please sign up in the reservation book.
Maryland Scenic Byways
The Horses and Hounds Scenic Byway extends 100 miles in a loop through
northern and eastern Baltimore County and western Harford County. You’re still
in “Horse Country” as you head north on Dulaney Valley Road toward
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Jacksonville. Explore the scenic roadways of
the Loch Raven Reservoir and Long Green Pike
seeing St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.
The structure was built in 1855 after the original
church, established in 1822, burned down. We
will make one stop to enjoy some ice cream at
Prigel Creamery. Completing our circle we will
drive through Gittings, Notch Cliff and Glen
Arm, continuing down Cromwell Bridge Road.
The bus will depart at 1:00 on Tuesday, June 9 and return to by 2:30.
Please sign up in the reservation book. This trip is rated easy.
Carson’s Creekside
Carson’s Creekside is a casual, family-friendly restaurant
serving the freshest and tastiest food around. Not only are
they a favorite of "locals" but, a destination place for folks
from all over. The views are still unobstructed and
unbelievable! Join us for lunch on Thursday, June 16.
When signing up please select one of the following options
Crab Cake Sandwich-Broiled, served with chips and pickle
Shrimp Salad Wrap with chips and pickle
1/2lb Bacon Cheeseburger with Sweet potato fries.
The total cost of the trip is $22. The deadline to cancel is Monday, June 6, after
that you will be charged. The bus will depart at 11:45 and return before 3:00.
This trip is rated easy.
Genius
A chronicle of Max Perkins’s time as the book editor at
Scribner, where he oversaw works by Thomas Wolfe,
Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and others. Starring
Colin Firth, Jude Law, Nicole Kidman and Laura Linney.
Rated PG-13, Running time 104 minutes.
The Charles Theatre, often referred to as simply The
Charles, is the oldest movie theatre in Baltimore. See the
film Genius on Tuesday, June 21. Tickets are $6.50 at the
door. Look for more information on the bulletin board about
departure times. This trip is rated easy.
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America the Beautiful
Grace United Methodist Church invites you to
attend a patriotic concert “America the Beautiful” on
Sunday, June 26. Lots of flag waving and
celebrating is going to be happening as you sing
your favorite patriotic hymns. Free will offering.
The bus will depart at 2:30. Sign up in the reservation book. This trip is rated
easy.
Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory
that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the
North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg
was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President
Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address". On Thursday, June 30 we
will have a ranger guide who will take us on a 2 hour driving tour of the
battlefield, than you will have the afternoon to explore the visitors’ center.
Lunch will be on your own at the
Refreshment Saloon at the Museum and
Visitor Center. The varied menu includes
"tastes of the period" and features dishes like
beef stew, slippery chicken pot pie and
Gettysburg chili served with cornbread. For
dessert, don't miss the giant snicker doodle
cookies.
The bus will depart at 9:00 and return by 4:00. The total cost of the trip is $35.
The deadline to cancel is Tuesday, June 14, after that you will be charged. You
will be getting on and off the bus often to explore the individual landmarks with
our park ranger guide. We must have at least 15 residents to attend. This trip is
rated difficult.
Hopkins Archaeological Museum and Hopkins Club
At the center of Gilman Hall, beneath the atrium courtyard is the university’s
extensive archaeological collection. Founded in the 19th century through the
interest of the university’s first president, Daniel Coit Gilman, the collection
features more than 8,000 ancient objects, including Greco-Roman and Near
Eastern pieces that date from pre-dynastic Egypt into the Byzantine and Islamic
periods. They serve as primary resources for study and research in art history,
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Near Eastern studies, classics, Romance languages,
and more. Tour with Meg Swaney and Meredith Fraser,
Egyptology graduate students who will lead the
Archeological Museum tour on Thursday, July 7.
Lunch will be held at the Johns Hopkins Club with a
choice of Cobb Salad or Hopkins Trio Salad (chicken,
tuna and shrimp salad). Please select one when
signing up.
The bus will depart at 9:45 and return to Edenwald by
2:30. The total cost of the trip is $30. The deadline to
cancel in Tuesday, June
21 after that you will be
charged. Sign up in the
reservation book. The
maximum number of
participants for this trip is
16. This trip is rated
Moderate.
Subscription
Series
 The bus will depart
for the BSO Pops
concert on Friday,
June 3 at 7:00.
The bus will depart
for the BSO Classical
Thursday concert on
Thursday, June 9 at
7:00.
The bus will depart
for the Vagabond
Players production of
Moon over Buffalo on
Friday, June 10 at
7:00.
The bus will depart
for the Everyman
Theater production of
Death of a Salesman
on Saturday, June 11
at 1:00.
NCR Trail
Join us on the NCR Whitehall Section Tuesday, June 14 from 9:30-11:30. Our
third trail hike of the season brings us back to the NCR trail. The shady,
peaceful NCR trail is the perfect location to walk as we move into the summer
months.
Water Walkers
NEW CLASS!!! Thanks to everyone who responded. Our
first Water Walkers class will take place on Monday, June
6 at 3:15. A joint-friendly alternative to walking on land,
Water Walkers is a great way to improve your
cardiovascular health while also enjoying the therapeutic
effects of aquatic exercise. While not required, it is recommended that you wear
water shoes during class. For information about where to purchase a bathing
suit or water shoes, contact Marianne at 410-616-8833.
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See the calendar insert for
the complete fitness and
aquatics schedule.
Wii Bowling
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1:00
to 2:00 in the activity room on the 6th
floor in the Terraces.
Tai Chi
Mondays at 2:00 in the Fitness Center.
Better Balance with Tai Chi
Tuesday at 10:00 in the Fitness Center
Aqua Dance
Tuesday, June 21 at 10:30 in the pool.
Pool Volleyball
Tuesday, June 21 at 11:00 in the pool.
Gentle Joints
Tuesdays at 3:00 in the pool.
Zumba Gold
Wednesday, June 1 & 15 at 11:30 in
the Fitness Center.
Chair Yoga
Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 in the
Fitness Center.
Drums Alive
Thursdays at 1:30 in the Fitness
Center.
8-Ball
Are there any ladies who play 8-ball pool?
Is there anyone who would like to learn?
Let’s get together on Friday, June 17 at
10:00 at the pool table to discuss times and
days that you would like to get together to
play or learn to play. Contact Marianne at
410-616-8833, or Anna Skok in apt. 511 for
more details.
Water Volleyball
Water Volleyball practice at Edenwald
Tuesday, June 21 at 11:00. This is our last
practice before the big game at Mercy
Ridge.
Water volleyball at Mercy Ridge Thursday,
June 23. Please join us to play or cheer
Edenwald’s pool volleyball team for our
game against Mercy Ridge! Sign up is
necessary and will be located in the
reservation book in the main lobby. The bus
will leave at 12:30 and return by 3:15.
UP-COMING EVENTS
Attention Residents: Seating for all events is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. The auditorium will open 30 minutes prior to an event, at which
time residents may begin taking their seats. Please do not reserve seats.
Citrano Labs
We are pleased to announce that Citrano Medical Laboratories, Inc. (CML) will
now provide laboratory services for Edenwald residents. Citrano is able to offer
additional services that will improve care and services. This includes online
scheduling, secure access to online labs, more efficient reporting to the
physicians and nurses, and much more.
Citrano will also offer an additional lab draw day to Edenwald residents. Citrano
will be here Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for their regularly scheduled
lab draw days and times. In emergency situations, Citrano can perform stat labs
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if your physician has ordered it. Just as St. Joseph’s Lab did, Citrano will
continue to send trained phlebotomists to residents’ apartments and rooms
early in the mornings. Contact the medical suite to schedule an appointment for
labs ordered by your physician.
Citrano Medical Laboratories, Inc. (CML),
headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, is a CLIA
certified laboratory and subsidiary of CD
Diagnostics, Inc. Citrano provides a
comprehensive range of clinical laboratory
testing services and has delivered reliable
patient results to clients since 1973. Its mission has always been to provide the
physician with accurate and reliable test results in a timely manner and with a
personal component that is not available from other companies.
The presentation will be given by Barbara Kilduff, Marketing & Account
Representative. She has been with Citrano Laboratories for over 10 years
overseeing various segments of Nursing Home and Physician Services. Join us
on Wednesday, June 1 at 2:00 in the auditorium.
Bible Study
Everyone is invited to attend the weekly Bible class on Thursdays at
10:00 in the Terraces multipurpose room. Rev. Ron Standiford will be
teaching the orderly account of Luke’s gospel, showing us that Jesus
came for all people.
Open Studio Art Classes
Open Studio Art Classes are a great opportunity to practice your drawing or
painting skills in your choice of media and subject matter. If you are just getting
started or continuing at an advanced level in drawing or painting,
the Open Studio Art Classes are for you. Participants are
encouraged to bring their own drawing and/or painting materials;
however if you do not have any supplies, they will be provided.
More advanced students should arrive at 10:00 so they can take
advantage of the full two-hour class. From 11:00 to 11:30 those
wanting more guidance are encouraged to attend. Join us on Thursday, June 2
and 16 in the art studio 1205.
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Baltimore Flute Choir
Begun in 2004, the Baltimore Flute Choir is an adult community choir that seeks
to promote the enjoyment of flute ensemble playing. They will perform on
Thursday, June 2 at 7:30 in the auditorium.
Their repertoire is varied and entertaining---from original works to Celtic tunes to
Broadway and the Beatles---there’s something for everyone! This concert will
feature guest composer/contrabass flutist Jonathan Cohen, who will share his
adventures following a highly successful career as an electrical engineer to
traveling a more unconventional path as an award-winning composer of flute
choir repertoire.
Computer Q&A with Alvin Miller
Alvin Miller connects his computer to the screen in the auditorium
so all participants needing computer help can see what he is
doing. Alvin will answer a question from each person in turn. He
has found from his volunteer work at many senior centers in Baltimore County
that the ones listening also learn from the one whose turn it is. He will use this
format to offer answers to PC questions on Friday, June 3 and 24 from 10:00 to
11:00 in the auditorium. No sign up needed.
Book Mobile
Look for the book mobile in the front of the building every Saturday from 10:30
to 11:30. You can call ahead and reserve a book if you already know which title
you are looking for. Just call the Mobile Library Service at 410-887-7586 or see
Kelley for a reservation sheet. When you call be sure to have your library card
number handy. Hope you can take advantage of this wonderful service.
Sunday Worship
Open Forum with
Goucher College
Dr. Jose Antonio Bowen,
president of Goucher
College, has asked for an
open forum meeting with
Edenwald residents to
discuss the proposed
zoning changes. Please
join us on Friday, June 3 at
7:30 in the auditorium.
Sunday Worship will continue each
Sunday in June in the auditorium at
3:00. All are welcome for worship,
fellowship, and inspiration for the
week ahead. Service on June 19,
Father’s Day, will begin at 3:30.
June 5 Rev. Peggy Click
June 19 Rev. Arianne Weeks
(3:30 service)
June 12 Rev. Jerry Todd
June 26 Rev. Ron Standiford
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Glee Club
The Glee Club will meet Monday afternoons at 1:30 in the
auditorium. Please bring your music books with you. Discover
the satisfaction of vocalizing and singing together; a time to
release anxiety and stress by joining the Glee Club! The last
meeting before summer break will be on Monday, June 20. We will resume on
Monday, August 22.
Backgammon
Backgammon is one of the oldest board games for two
players, dating back from the Byzantine Empire. A game that
has been played for centuries has got to be fun! Don’t know
how to play? We’ll teach you!
We will have 5 boards available each Monday at 2:30 in the Terraces
Multipurpose Room.
Contact Zak Pindell at 410-616-8210 if you have any questions.
Readers Theater
We will continue to meet every Monday at 3:00 in the auditorium. You may join
us, or you may come just to watch. At present, skits and short plays are being
performed for members, followed by a critique or discussion.
We are a Readers Theatre — we do not memorize.
Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate bridge is played every Tuesday of the month at 12:30 in
the Terraces multipurpose room. For further information, contact
Anne Engle (410-823-2364) or Virginia McLernon (410-825-8069).
Bingo
Every Tuesday evening we play Bingo in the auditorium. It’s only 50 cents per
card to play. Plus, every game has a $5 payout! Stop in - we’d love to have
you.
TaylorMarie Fashions
Imagine a day at a boutique…right here at Edenwald. That's what
TaylorMarie's provides! They are a mobile retail clothing store
offering fashionable, respected high-quality brands of women's
clothing and accessories. Their goal is to recreate the total
shopping experience of a department store without the hassle of
ever leaving your home.
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A visit from TaylorMarie's creates an experience that goes beyond the clothing it's a fun, festive event that everyone looks forward to. Join them on
Wednesday, June 8 from 10:00 to 2:00 in the auditorium.
Just add Color!
Adult coloring books help serve many purposes. They can be focused,
therapeutic, relaxing, calming, problem solving, and organizational. The ideas
behind them have stood the test of time, even if they feel like they are only the
latest fad. Try one out and you may just surprise yourself. If not, at least you
have something pretty to hang on your fridge!
Supplies will be provided or you can bring your own.
Join us on Wednesday, June 8 and 22 at 2:00 in the
Terraces Multipurpose Room. Contact Isobel Kaufman
if you have any questions at 410-821-5150.
Foreign Film Night: The Man without a Past
The film follows a man who arrives in Helsinki and gets beaten
up so severely he develops amnesia. Unable to remember his
name or anything from his past life, he cannot get a job or an
apartment, so he starts living on the outskirts of the city and
slowly starts putting his life back on track. Subplot of a
charming nearly chaste romance between our hero and a sad
Salvation Army worker is wonderful.
This film is funny, touching, charming, delightful, sad, lovely
and sweet. It will tug at your heartstrings. Starring Markku Peltola, Kati Outinen
and Juhani Niemela. See the film on Wednesday, June 8 at 7:30 in the
auditorium. Running time – 1 hour 37 minutes.
Freddie Stevens Trio
The Freddie Stevens Trio sets the standard for jazz groups in the BaltimoreWashington area. Comprised of the area’s top
musicians, the band plays sophisticated, recognizable
standards and requests. Hear the trio on Thursday,
June 9 at 7:30 in the auditorium.
Freddie has appeared in playing and singing in “Tin
Men”, as well as done musical arrangements for
“Avalon”. He wrote original music for “The Wire” and
appeared with his group accompanying Julia Louis
Dreyfus singing on “Veep”.
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Residents’ Association Meeting
This month’s Residents’ Association meeting will be held on Friday, June 10 at
1:30 in the auditorium. All residents are invited to attend.
Shabbat Service
Cantor Ann Sacks is passionate about empowering residents to
find meaning and joy in Jewish prayers and rituals. Services will
be held on Friday, June 10 and 24 at 4:00 in the Terraces
multipurpose room.
An Evening with Sandy and Richard
Riccardi: Tastefully Raunchy
“Laughter is the best medicine, but Xanax is nice, too”.
Sandy and Richard are here to make you scream with
laughter and tap your toes to their all-original, all-comedy
cabaret, describing their cracked and bushwhacked road
to marital bliss, social consciousness, and menopause.
With well over 4 million views on YouTube, their unique
juxtaposition of modern, socio-relevant lyrics and tunesmithy jazz piano/vocal arrangements will charm your
socks off. Don’t miss this show on Friday, June 10 at 7:30
in the auditorium.
Coffee and Conversation
Want a great way to meet your neighbors? Stop in on Saturday morning, June
11 from 10:30 to 11:30 in the 2nd Floor Dining Room and Lounge. Hope to see
you there!
Healthcare at Edenwald
We, the independent residents of Edenwald, have an opportunity to inform
ourselves of health care services available at Edenwald. The initiative
originated with the residents. The health services staff has responded by
volunteering their time and energy to help us to become
familiar with the services provided.
On Monday, June 13 at 10:30 in the board room, the
Stroh Hall and Healthcare information will be given by
Healthcare Administrator Michelle Rosenheim. This
small setting ensures the most effective way for us to
learn and ask questions.
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Caregiving Support Group-It’s Not What You Might Think!
The monthly support meeting for Edenwald caregivers is a surprisingly positive
experience. Its’ about very useful idea-sharing,
expressing feelings, and a bit of empathy-(not
sympathy!). It doesn’t dwell on griping or
complaining, and those who attend often leave the
one-hour session feeling strengthened and
enthused about new possibilities. Meetings are on
the 2nd Monday of each month at 3:00, facilitated by
Meghan Curtis, LGSW.
If you are helping care for someone you love, join us on Monday, June 13 at
3:00 in the 2nd floor dining room and lounge. Helping yourself while supporting
others is just plain gratifying.
Linda’s Treasures
Linda's Treasures Summer Fashion Boutique is coming to you on
Tuesday, June 14 in the auditorium from 11:00 to 3:00. Enjoy
shopping for favorite styles in apparel and delight yourself with
unique accessories. There's something for everyone. See YOU
there. Personal checks accepted.
Readers Theater to Present “Guys and Dolls”
The Readers Theater of
Edenwald announced today
that they will be presenting
a full concert version of the
Broadway show “Guys and
Dolls” this month on
Wednesday, June 15.
Directed by Jerry
Mandelberg and musically
conducted by Bill Milner, it will feature the following cast: Betsy Barclay, Don
Brown, Jack Gillett, Ramona Guth, Jane Hennegar, Charlotte Houghton, Jack
Kinstlinger, Ellie Megraw, Al Shackman, Mitzi Swan, and Elsie Tyrala. This
show with music by Frank Loesser and book by Abe Burrows is based on short
stories by Damon Runyon. It premiered on Broadway in 1950 and is considered
one of the top five best shows on Broadway, ever. Join us for the fun.
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Grace Murray Hopper
Rear Admiral Grace Murray Hopper was one of the first
women to earn a PhD in mathematics and helped to invent
computer languages that are still in use today. Among her
many awards, she was the first female recipient of the
National Medal of Technology in 1991. Learn about this
fascinating woman on Thursday, June 16 at 7:30 in the
auditorium.
In her one woman show, Grace Murray Hopper –Computer
Pioneer, Regina Rose brings this fascinating woman to life.
During the program, Regina portrays Grace Hopper and talks about her long
influential career as a computer pioneer. Your audience will learn about
nanoseconds, debugging, early struggles and triumphs, and much more.
Vagabond Season Renewal
The Vagabond Players Theatre was established in 1916
during the popular "Little Theatre Movement" and quickly
established itself as an important part of theatre history.
They are celebrating one hundred years of continuously
operating theatre here in Baltimore.
Those interested in renewing their season subscription or
signing up for a new subscription can do so on Friday, June 17 at 2:00 in the
auditorium. They will bring pricing and show information. Please bring a check
if you plan to sign up. Edenwald will provide transportation to the 2nd Friday
show of the series.
Love Is in the Air
Join the artists of Baltimore Musicales for "Love
is in the Air"--an hour of beautiful operatic arias
and duets, amorous art songs, and beloved
musical theater--Friday, June 17 at 7:30 in the
auditorium. Works by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart,
Strauss, Bernstein, Gershwin and more
performed by sopranos Annie Gill and Katerina
Burton, tenor Patrick Cook, and pianist Ju
Young Lee.
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Joy of Polka
Don’t miss an evening with the Joy of Polka Band on Thursday, June 23 at 7:30
in the auditorium.
During the winter months of 1982 three musicians were approached individually
by a member of the Polish Community Association of Baltimore and asked if
they would be able to perform together as one group at the 1982 Polish Festival
at Rash Field. These three musicians got together and discussed the possibility
and decided they would at least try it for the festival only. After more than 34
years together as a Polka-Variety Band, two original members - Steve and Al,
along with one replaced member - George and one added member - Ron, are
still pumping out the sounds people enjoy.
Let’s Write!
Let’s Write! Edenwald’s writing group meets at 3:30 on Wednesday, June 29 in
the second floor card room, 206. Your writing can be a journal entry, poetry,
fiction, an op-ed piece, or essays containing memories from your past or
thoughts about people or events for the present, visits to memorable places,
encounters with unusual people, humorous incidents or recollections of friends
or relatives that you treasure. Writers are asked to bring six copies of pieces to
be read to the group. Listeners are welcome and may join the discussion.
Sessions last one hour. Those who attend our
meetings are also invited to have dinner and
conversation with other Let’s Write! members at
5:30 in the Valley Room.
Eunbi Kim
New York City-based pianist Eunbi Kim transports audiences through engaging,
though-provoking concert programs and interdisciplinary performances. Hear
her on Thursday, June 30 at 7:30 in the auditorium. She's previously created,
produced, and performed in “Murakami Music,” a genre-defying
performance inspired by the
characters and musical references in
internationally acclaimed writer Haruki
Murakami’s novels. It had a sold-out
premiere at Symphony Space, which
was broadcast on NHK (Japan’s
national public broadcasting), and has
also enjoyed performances in venues
such as Texas Asia Society and
Georgetown University. Eunbi is
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regarded as one of the foremost experts on Murakami and has been invited to
speak by various media outlets and organizations.
Eunbi has been teaching private piano for the past ten years. She is on
adjunct faculty at Concordia College where she also coaches chamber music
groups and teaches music theory, maintains a private teaching studio, Silver
Bee Studio, in Manhattan, and also serves on the executive board of The Piano
Teachers Congress of New York. Ms. Kim graduated with her Master’s degree
at Manhattan School of Music where she also held a fellowship at The Center
for Music Entrepreneurship.
Flowerbox Garden Report
The Water Garden and the fountain are flowing and surrounded by beautiful
plantings. Many colorful caladiums and ferns have been planted around the
fountain. All of the boxes and planters have been designed and planted by the
resident gardeners and demonstration planters are filled with less familiar plants
and vines to both beautify the sitting areas and to help the gardeners learn
which of the new plants would do well next year. Two of these are pictured here.
Bidens or Beedance and Scabiosa or Pincushion plant.
Bidens
Scabiosa
These flowers and vines should be most spectacular in mid-June so please
don’t miss your opportunity to visit this unique roof garden.
Café Renovations
On the last page of the Edentimes, you will find a quick reference guide for
Grille operations. Please consider detaching it and keeping it handy. Questions
can be directed to Gary Koletschke at 410-339-6161.
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