The Goldenaires – Big Band Music Fireside Forum
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The Goldenaires – Big Band Music Fireside Forum
Leisure World News Of Maryland Volume 35, Number 18 Published the First and Third Tuesday of Each Month Deadline for articles and display ads for next edition, Sept. 21 Sept. 18, 2012 The Goldenaires – Big Band Music T he E&R Department is pleased to bring the Goldenaires back to Leisure World. The Big Band will perform in Clubhouse II’s auditorium on Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 2 PM. Tickets, $7 per person, will be available in either Clubhouse I’s or Clubhouse II’s E&R Office beginning at 8:30 am on Tuesday, Sept. 18. “We are the best oldies but goodies orchestra around” proudly say the Goldenaires about themselves. Starting from four musicians who began playing together some 27 years ago, they have grown into a full Big Band of some 30 retirees playing the swing music of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s. Members come from many professions including, among others, doctors, lawyers, accountants, engineers and teachers. Many have played with concert bands, service bands and local dance bands. Others, after many years in work and home careers, have picked up their instruments and are regaining their past proficiency. A few LEISURE WORLD 2012 FLU CLINICS Sept. 20 Sept. 24 Oct. 5 Oct. 11 Oct. 16 Oct. 24 Oct. 30 Thursday Monday Friday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Tuesday All clinics are in Clubhouse I Ballroom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Medicare accepted. Bring your card. No HMO. All others $30. have taught themselves to play, with rewarding results. With the goal of sharing their music with others, they have played at senior centers, retirement centers and nursing homes throughout Central Maryland as well as for special groups including the AARP, The American Parkinson’s Disease Association and Springfield Hospital. They will tell you that, by this sharing of their talents and songs in their volunteer roles, they receive tremendous enjoyment themselves, which makes the effort worthwhile. They are led by Al Caldwell, a former high school band director with 33 years experience directing bands. This promises to be a delightful afternoon of Big Band music! Fireside Forum Program on Reverend Fowler’s 7-Generation Heritage T By Jonas Weiss he Reverend L. Jerome Fowler is a seventh generation Plummer (pictured) and has traced his heritage back to his great-great-great-great grandparents in colonial Prince George’s County. His presentation will center on his greatgreat grandparents, Adam and Emily Plummer, whose lifelong struggles impacted their entire family down to the generations of today. He brings a positive message to listeners that regardless of age, race, or gender, we can all have a constructive effect on our world and the lives of others around us. Reverend Fowler was reared in the St. Paul Baptist Church of PG County that was founded in 1866 by his great aunt, Sarah Miranda Plummer. He is a product of the D.C. public school system, the D.C. Teacher’s College, Washington Bible College, Washington Baptist Seminary, Howard University’s Urban Institute of Religious Studies, and the Washington Saturday College. Reverend Fowler holds degrees in religious education and certifications in religious education, HIV counseling and substance abuse counseling. He also is a member of numerous historical societies. He was licensed and ordained to the gospel ministry, and currently serves as executive minister and church administrator, as well Please turn to page 2 Assessment of Deer Population Underway by Susan Curow, Chairman Deer Control Special Committee Created by the LWCC Board of Directors, the Deer Control Special Committee is addressing the issue of an increasing deer population and its possible risk to residents and environment. It will make longterm recommendations based on an assessment underway now. Early on the committee met with Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission (MNCPPC) representatives for a presentation of its comprehensive education program reflecting the agency’s statewide experience. MNCPPC has been involved in controlling deer in Brookside Gardens, the White Oak federal facility, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and other major projects. Some agency methods have failed. The committee is considering the most “successful” suggestions. Step 1. Determine the deer count. Since the first step in identifying deer management solutions is to determine the degree of the deer problem, we are obtaining a systematic, accurate count of the deer herds in LW. Toward that end, the Please turn to page 5 INSIDE Art ..............2, 5, 6, 9, 30, 42 Books ...............................39 Brief Notes .................43, 45 Calendars ............19, 24, 25 Classes .......................12, 13 Classified ...................46, 47 Club Trips .......................30 Eyre Travel .....................27 Health ............10, 29, 32, 38 Residents Forum .............14 Sports ...................34, 35, 36 Upcoming Meetings ..........3 www.lwmc.com Page 2 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 The Art Scene (RAG) By Sheila Campbell It is a new fiscal year at the Art Guild. Our Open House and registration on Sept. 6 was a great success after a bumper year, with 110 student memberships. Jane Preece will be back at her usual time, and we have a full roster of classes, every day of the week, so come join us and discover hidden skills. It is not too late to enroll; all our teachers are ready for the influx starting Sept. 10 so pick up a schedule in the studio. A new month also brings a new exhibit in the corridor at Clubhouse I. Many thanks to Hope Gor- Visitors at the recent Open House. don, Teresa Milne, Patty Eaton, Ingrid Barnes, Sheila Campbell, Ruth Witt, Helen Ryan, Doree Faulkner, Karen Swetlow, Patty Grimes, Derek Kate- smith, Freeda Wolf, and Patty Elton. These shows are changed the first Saturday of each month, so all members should consider submitting their work. Sunday Afternoon at the Movies – Water for Elephants T From the E&R Department he E&R Department presents “Sunday Afternoon at the Movies,” shown in the auditorium of Clubhouse II at 2 PM on Sundays. Sunday, Sept. 30 is the screening of “Water for Elephants” (2011, rated PG-13 for moments of intense violence and sexual content; 2 hrs. 1 min., not closed- captioned). Free tickets, limit two per person, are required; they can be obtained from the E&R office in either clubhouse beginning at 8:30 am on Tuesday, Sept. 18. In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he is transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena. The movies are for your enjoyment and are free. Pick up your ticket(s). No one will be seated after 2 PM. Donations are gratefully accepted. A basket will be available for your contribution. Fireside Forum Continued from page 1 as historian of the family church. Come to this informative and inspiring talk on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 2:30 PM in the Clubhouse II auditorium. The speaker is hosted by Craig Esty. L L I H N E ASP N EXX7O 1-6777 8 301-www.aspenhillexxon.com 14011 Georgia Ave. Owned and Operated by BENNY Since 1980 "or ask for my son DAN." Friendly, personal and professional service! Free transportation home and back when you leave your car for service! •Complete Automotive Service & Repair • Imports & American Cars • All Repairs Guaranteed • Factory Scheduled Maintenance SUMMER SPECIAL! If you did not catch the Clubhouse II exhibit mounted by Marcia Davis, you missed a lovely show. We had to relinquish that space for the next two months to the photographers, but we will be back in November. Watch for future announcements. Congratulations to our members who made a splash at the Montgomery County Fair. Jane won the Adult Grand Champion, first place, and the Champion Rosette Professional Class on her painting of Xmas bulbs, plus two other blue ribbons. Patty Eaton was awarded five blue ribbons, Ruth Sentelle won several blue ribbons, and Carole Seller also won several more ribbons. All in all, a fantastic record. Our next educational film is Sept. 20 at 3:30 PM featuring George Catlin, whose specialty was paintings of American Indians. These films are open to all residents; you do not have to be a member to attend, and we serve refreshments. Come to Clubhouse I and learn more about this American artist. If you are a member of Olney Art Association, the Inn at Brookeville Farms has agreed to allow members an opportunity to exhibit throughout the restaurant: the entrance foyer and various hallways, as well as the numerous rooms frequented by their guests. The art will be for sale with information displayed with each piece. For information, contact Sherry Jose at jose2325@ aol.com or 301-681-4786. Join us and expand your horizons for a fun, challenging, and rewarding experience. Happy painting! MEDICAL EYE CENTER OPHTHALMOLOGY AND OPHTHALMIC SURGERY OPTOMETRIC EYE CARE Lenard H. Hammer, M.D., F.A.C.S. Gordon Lui, M.D. Scott B. Becker, M.D. Brian J. Winter, M.D. Cristina Rouiller, O.D. EYE CARE FOR PATIENTS OF ALL AGES. 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There was extensive discussion on this topic since the Contingency Fund is running low due to other unexpected events as well as the continuing costs associated with the negotiations with MedStar. The general manager was asked to bring options for finding money to fund this process to the board in October. The policy on how accrued leave will be handled with respect to those mutuals that have staff assigned directly to them full time was voted on and passed. The 2013 Leisure World community budget was adopted. This budget includes the anticipated expenditures as well as funding of reserve accounts. The board did not approve the dismissal of the members of the ad hoc Governing Documents Review Committee; however, the members were directed to bring the report addressing the tasks laid out when the committee was set up to the Oct. 2 meeting. The board approved an additional expense of up to $50,000 to be spent on continuing architect fees related to the administration building. This money comes from the Resales Fund which is funded by the two percent fee collected at settlement when any unit changes ownership. Several items that had been on the agenda were removed. The Landscape Committee asked to have more time to review the McFall and Berry contract prior to the board review. The Health Committee Charter approval was postponed and the Leisure World News Committee chair asked that the board not take action on the motions in the packet since their intent will be part of the revised Leisure World News policy and procedures document that will come to the board in October. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is at 9 am on Oct. 2. General Manager’s Report September 2012 Community Topics. Finances – For August, net operating expenses are estimated to be approximately $7,000-$10,000 under budget. Financial reports for August were published by Sept. 14. Meeting Date Changes – September Executive Committee meeting rescheduled to 9/21/12 at 9 am in the Sullivan Room. September Board of Directors meeting rescheduled to 10/2/12 at 9 am in the Montgomery Room. Upcoming Meetings – There is a New Resident Orientation on Friday, Sept. 28 at 10 am in the Chesapeake Room of Clubhouse I. A community open forum is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 18 at 7 PM in the Ballroom of Clubhouse I. A year-end meeting with advisory committee chairs is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 10 am in the Montgomery Room of Clubhouse I. Flu Clinics – Flu clinics are scheduled from 9 am to 1 PM in the Crystal Ballroom of Clubhouse I on the following dates: Thursday, Sept. 20; Monday, Sept. 24; Friday, Oct. 5; Thursday, Oct. 11; Tuesday, Oct. 16; Wednesday, Oct. 24; and Tuesday, Oct. 30. MedStar Montgomery Home Health is providing the service. A Medicare Part B card is required or payment of $30 by cash or check. Proposed Management and Operating Agreements for 2013 – Management anticipates releasing drafts of the proposed agreements starting on Monday, Sept. 17. Tim Coursen, assistant general manager for community management is coordinating distribution and negotiation of the agreements. Name Committee Report – The Name Committee will make a report to the LWCC Board of Directors at its meeting on Oct. 2 which will include names to be considered for the community. Wi-Fi Capabilities – Please be advised that the IT Department, with the assistance of Physical Properties, has increased Wi-Fi capabilities in both Clubhouse I and Clubhouse II. The “new” section of Clubhouse II (which includes from the lobby down the hall to the Activities Room, and also the meeting room adjacent to the lobby) now has Wi-Fi capabilities. In Clubhouse I, the lobby and rooms on the south corridor now have Wi-Fi capabilities. Areas of the building to be added in the future include the wood shop room, the Radio Club room, the Chesapeake Room, and the Lanai. Did You Know? Did you know when the flags are at half staff there is a message on LW Channel 952 indicating the reason? Page 4 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Mt. Scopus Hadassah Presents “The Latest Developments in the Middle East” by Barbara Eisen ren Marmorstein from the Embassy of Israel will speak on “The Latest Developments in the Middle East” at our 2012/13 opening meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 19 in Clubhouse I. He is the first secretary for public affairs and the national coordinator for academic affairs. During the last three years he served as a diplomat at the Embassy of Israel in Cairo, where he specialized in the Egyptian political arena. Socializing begins at 12:30 PM and the meeting starts at 1 PM in Clubhouse I. All residents are welcome. On Wednesday, Oct. 17 at noon, we will hold a luncheon at the Hunan Delight Restaurant, 18220 Village Center Drive, Olney, in place of our regular meeting. In a private dining area the restaurant will serve vegetarian and fish dishes fam- O ily style at round tables of 10. The cost is $15 per person. Send your check payable to Hadassah to Esther Gold, 15310 Beaverbrook Ct. #3H, Silver Spring, MD 20906 by Oct. 12. There is a limit of 60 attendees, so make your reservation early. To add to the occasion there will be door prizes and raffles. Call Esther (240-242-3827) for further information. Please see Club Trips for information on attending “I Love to Eat” at the Round House Theatre in Bethesda. Janet Lazar is selling entertainment books for $30 each for either the Maryland/DC, Northern Virginia/DC or Baltimore editions. The book gives great discounts on restaurants, travel, entertainments and various retail stores. It is a great gift for friends and family members. Call Janet (301-598-4066) to order your copy. Renee Lease (301598-3438) and Deborah Letow (301-598-1189) are the co-chairs of HMO, the Hadassah Medical Organization, which supports the Hadassah hospitals and medical research benefitting all mankind. To make a contribution, send your check payable to Hadassah to Renee Lease, 15115 Interlachen Drive #924, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Deborah will send an acknowledgement of your gift with your specifications about honoring or memorializing a person or event. An IMA (Hebrew word for mother) circle is $1,000 divided into 25 shares of $40 each. The proceeds go to support Youth Aliyah/Children at Risk. Donors can pair up to make the $40 contribution. Send your donation to Larelda Gruber, 3200 N. Leisure World Blvd. #201, Silver Spring, MD 20906. Theda Rosenblum gathers toiletries for Sophia House, a women’s shelter in Rockville. Call her (301598-9105) to donate. If you are interested in membership in Mt. Scopus Hadassah, please call our Membership Vice President Janet Lazar (301-598-4066). Hadassah sponsors many activities to further the worthwhile projects it supports in medical, educational, and social programs in Israel and in the USA. Please contact the following to contribute: Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO): Renee Lease (301-598-3438) or Deborah Letow (301-598-1189), IMA/Youth Aliyah: Larelda Gruber (301-598-5922), Hadassah cards and Enter- League of Women Voters By Elaine Apter 2013 league calendars are here. 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 most popular benefit of our calendars is that you can erase on them. The full size spiral calendars are still $7 each. We also have some two-year pocket (2013-15) calendars at $5 each, if purchased separately. However, you can purchase a combination of a full size calendar and pocket calendar for $10. Calendars will again be available through Gold Castle Jewelers in the Leisure World Shopping Center. The guest speaker at our fall luncheon is Nancy Tate, executive director of the League of Women Voters of the United States. She will discuss voter suppression laws across the country and the league’s involvement in fighting these laws. The luncheon is at Normandie Farm Restaurant on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 11:30 am. Our October units will be on the local and state ballot questions. This will be an informational meeting. We will discuss each question, give some background material and present the pros and cons. The meeting is Oct. 10 at 10 am for coffee and the meeting will start at 10:15 am. All league meetings are open to the public. Visitors are welcome. For more information about the League of Women Voters, calendars, luncheon reservations, meetings, etc. please contact Elaine (301-438-8707) or the league office (301-9849585). Maynard Turow Agent 18 years...Listings, Resales, New Sales THINKING OF SELLING?? Or Friends-Relatives Buying? Living in and working "Exclusively" in this community, I give you the attention to detail your property needs to sell successfully. I know the marketplace and can bring you excellent results. Call or E-mail Your "Specialist" Free brochures, Comps, Layouts, Info Direct: 301-518-3834 - [email protected] Expires 9.30.12. tainment Books: Janet Lazar (301-598-4066), Hadassah certificates: Chapter Office (301-881-8203), JNF trees and water certificates: Natalie Lewis (301-598-4798). Dates to mark on your calendars: Sept. 19 – Embassy of Israel Speaker, Oct. 17 – Hunan Delight Restaurant Luncheon, Nov. 14 – Janet Lazar on Hadassah’s Centennial Convention, Dec. 19 – Cantor Michael Kravitz. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Deer Population Continued from page 1 LWCC Board of Directors has approved the initial cost to hire Patriot Wildlife Management Company to perform the count in late August — the best time to obtain an accurate count since this is when fawns can be identified as being male or female. This company was highly recommended by the MNCPPC. Step 2. Consider how to control deer entry into LW. The committee is working closely with Jolene King, assistant general manager, to make progress with the research and education aspect of deer management. Management methods researched include controlling entry: possibly using a “deer grate” system, adding to the fencing surrounding LW, and electric gate closures; and continue making LW less inviting to the deer by using deer resistant plants in the Mutuals, and around Trust buildings and properties. The Landscape Committee uses deer resistant plantings and sprays with “deer off.” But, as food sources become scarce, deer will begin to eat plants that they had not traditionally eaten in the past. Therefore, we have investigated other deterrents such as electrified fencing or barriers. Step 3. Educate residents about the health and financial impact of the increasing deer herds. News articles by the advisory representatives in the Leisure World News and forum presentations by MDPPC and Patriot Wildlife Management will accomplish this. Controlling the deer herds may prove to be an expensive proposition for LW. But, it is necessary to protect Page 5 the population and Leisure World property. Thus, the Deer Control Special Committee is looking for a longterm and on-going control or solution to form a plan to present to LWCC. The committee is made up of representatives from the following advisory Committees, LW organizations and departments that are directly affected by the increased deer herds: Health Advisory Committee, Security and Transportation Committee, Landscaping Advisory Committee, Garden Plots of LW, Golf Course Committee, E&R Committee and Physical Properties Department. Anyone with questions or comments can contact the chairman, Susan Curow at [email protected]. The next meeting of the Deer Control Special Committee is Sept. 19, 1 PM in CH2. Guests are encouraged to attend. David Mullen to Judge Camera Club’s Open Competition through the lens of Julie Thomas and Stu Lillard n Monday evening, Sept. 24 in Clubhouse II at 7, David Mullen, head of the Nora School in Silver Spring, will judge the various entries in the Rossmoor O Camera Club’s Open competition. Mullen, who came to Nora School as head in 1991, oversees this small college preparatory high school. He has taught photography and world religions at the school and has traveled to many national and state parks in his personal photographic career. His own works can be viewed through a simple Google search on the internet. Mullen also serves as webmaster for Law Offices John R. Tjaden 15227 Red CloveR dRive RoCkville, MaRyland 20853 Phone: 301-460-0700 General Practice - Free Initial Consultation • Will Preparation, Estate Planning & Probate • Business & Corporate Organization & Litigation • Divorce/Family Law • Traffic Offenses • Real Estate • Family Trusts NO CHARGE FOR HOME OR HOSPITAL VISITS the Silver Spring Camera Club’s Cable Release website, which won the PSA Director’s Choice Award of 2012 for the best entry. The competition has two categories of photographs: those printed and matted, and those electronically transmitted by digital pixels. That is why we say, printed or digitals. Each paid member is eligible to enter a total of four images, but only three in any one category. The paid members, moreover, are divided into advanced and general photographers. Printed and matted photographs should have on the back of the mat the name of the photographer, either advanced or general status, and a short title of the work. Digital entries should be labeled with a first initial, last "Topped Sot-Weed in the Garden,” in the Garden Plots of LW. Photo by Stu Lillard. name, and short title. They must be transmitted in “jpg” format. Examples: print, MWashington, advanced, View of Mount Vernon. For a digital work the example is different: MWashington View of the Potomac River.jpg. Send an email message with this information to RossmoorLW@GMail. com. Those members who have difficulty with the transmission may telephone Joanne Mars (301-598-2188). Remember: the deadline for submitting all print and digital entries is Thursday, Sept. 20 at midnight. The computer operators need time to organize and load the computer program for the competition. On Thursday, Oct. 4 from 10 to 11 am in Clubhouse I, Ray Kurlander will be coordinating the monthly hanging of works in the corridor outside the Maryland Room. Each member may hang one print. This gallery display continues to draw comments from the LW community and suggests the varied and international themes which occupy the minds of the residents of this diverse community. Page 6 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Baby Boomers by Beth Leanza ur next meeting is Sunday, Oct. 14 in Clubhouse II at 7 PM. A social worker from the Leisure World Medical Center will talk to us and explain what services the social work department can do for us. The board of the BB Club will have its meeting at 6 PM just before the meeting followed by an Activities Committee meeting at 6:30 PM. We are showing a movie in Clubhouse II on Sept. 15 at 7 PM. (Some of you will get the Leisure World News in time for this notice.) Bring a snack to share. On Sept. 22 we plan to go to a movie in a local O theater and eat out together before the show. We will bowl on Sept. 23 at Bowl America in Gaithersburg. We are planning to go to Toby’s Dinner Theater in Columbia on Oct. 21 to see The Color Purple. Let us know if you want to go. Maybe we can adjust our reservations. Most Sunday nights we meet at 7 (Clubhouse II) to play on the Wii and play board games. All are encouraged to bring their favorite board game. If you are interested in learning to play Mahjong, contact Donna Copeland or Iris Wolfe. Boomers meet to play Mahjong in Clubhouse II every Wednesday at 7 PM, except for the first week of the month when they meet on Tuesday also at 7 PM. For information contact Donna Copeland (240-433-0391) (dc@ grandmathegeek.com). On Sept. 3, the Weeknight Walkers started meeting at 5:15 (instead of 7:15 through the summer) at Clubhouse I each night Monday to Friday, for a walk around the broad walk in Montgomery Mutual. (E&R has a map showing this walk around the Broadwalk in Montgomery Mutual) . Members of the BB club also meet on Sunday mornings at 8:30 for longer walks starting at Arden Court (off S. LW Blvd.). The Sunday Richard Miller Brings Classical Guitar Repertoire to LW From the E&R Department The E&R Department brings Brazilian born Richard Miller, a fine musician whose repertoire ranges from standard classical guitar works to the Brazilian equivalent of American Ragtime, to Leisure World on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 4:30 PM in Clubhouse II’s auditorium. Miller wrote his doctoral thesis on this. His multicultural background (American father/Brazilian mother) and his early moves between Brazil and the U.S. with his parents, provide great inspiration for his programming. He has toured south and central America as well as the U.S. in both classical recitals and with Latin jazz bands. He performs often in recital at the Brazilian American Institute and has appeared at the Kennedy Center, the Library of Congress and on numerous performing arts series. Tickets are $6 and are available in the E&R Office in both clubhouses. Indoor Pool Hours May Be Extended The E & R Committee is considering extending the hours at the indoor pool from 7 to 8 PM Tuesday through Friday. Please contact either E & R office with your name, mutual and phone number to let us know if you are interested. If enough interest is expressed by the residents then a trial will be offered in October. Plan to Watch Debates with Your Neighbors Join your neighbors at Clubhouse I for the presidential and vice-presidential debates. Watch them live and enjoy your own lively debates! The dates are Oct. 3, 11, 16 and 22 from 9 - 10:30 PM. Richard Miller walkers walk around LW Blvd. or at an outside location such as Brookside or Needwood. 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: (HYPERLINK “https:// sites.google.com/site/ bbclwmd/” https://sites. google.com/site/bbclwmd/) has lots of good information: a calendar of “hosted” events and a different calendar has lots of suggestions for “un-hosted” events like theater performances, sports venues. If an unhosted event catches your eye, send an email to the Baby Boomer Yahoo group asking if anyone else is planning on going. We are always looking for other activities. Have any ideas? Our activities committee usually meets at 6 PM right before the meeting. Come and bring your ideas to us. It is not necessary to have a majority of the club participate in any one activity. We usually meet on the first Sunday of the month at 7 PM in Clubhouse II. Our next meeting is the second Sunday, Oct. 14 in Clubhouse II. Baby Boomers, (mostly the younger residents), are invited to join us. Our dues are $5 per year. For more information call our president, Pat Leanza (301-598-4569). Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 7 Jewish War Veterans Charles Kreiger Post 567 at Leisure World By Ray Kurlander, sr. vice commander, Dept. of Maryland, JWV. Program: Our next brunch is Sunday, Oct. 14 at 10:15 am in Clubhouse I. Fun & Fancy players and musicians will present a lively songfest of the Hit Parade’s top 10. The pro- TRUSTS & WILLS Jan L. Stewart Attorney-at-Law Taking care of your estate planning! gram will be directed by Jean McGoldrick and supported by Bob Stromberg. Calendar: Brunches: Clubhouse I, Crystal Ballroom, 10:15 am. Next brunches are Sunday, Oct. 14, Nov. 4 and Dec. 9. Post Meetings: Clubhouse I, 10 am. See Directory for room. Wednesday, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5. Please bring a new member. Coffee and doughnuts will be Have I made a mistake by putting one of my children on my accounts? In most cases this may create undesirable results. To learn more strategies for joint titling... Call us now to receive your free brochure and obtain a fee estimate. 3413 Olandwood Court, Suite 203 Olney, Maryland 20832 301-924-4422 [email protected] Ad #15 served. Brunch includes bagels, lox, cream cheese, eggs, salad, fruit, pastry and lots more. Cost is $14 per person. Your check is your reservation and is payable to JWV Post 567. Mail it to Marvin Franklin, 3200 N. Leisure World Blvd. #709, Silver Spring, MD 20906. All are invited. Golf or Fishing – Those interested – contact Ed Hinkle (301-871-7074). Department of Maryland: Meetings are held in Baltimore. The next meeting is Sunday, Sept. 23. Those who wish to attend should contact Ray Kurlander (301-598-4685). Members Welcome – We extend an open invitation to all veterans of the Jewish faith to join the ranks of the oldest active veterans’ organization in the U.S.A. Our mission is to defend and protect the U.S., uphold our constitution, aid and assist our fellow veterans and stand in solidarity with the State of Israel. Veterans are the patriotic voice of our people and our country. The need for a greater voice is very evident. Please join us as the cause is great and we need you now. Please contact Bernie Kipperman (301-438-9646) or Milt Loube (301-438-1444) for information. Club Trips – 12-night southern Caribbean cruise sails Jan. 14, 2013. See Club Trips for details. Veterans Luncheon – On Sunday, Nov. 11 at 11 am, Clubhouse I there will be a free luncheon for veterans who live in Leisure World. Call Billie for reservations (301-598-0120). Post Officers – Commander, Danny Bass; Senior Vice Commander, Bernie Kipperman; Junior Vice Commander, Milton Loube; Judge Advocate, Raymond Kurlander; Quartermaster, Marvin Franklin. The following chairpersons were appointed by the post commander: Adjutant, Sam Einbinder; Chaplain, Leonard Bosin; Service Officer, Jerry Jacobs; VA Volunteer Services, Bernie Golub; Card Scribe, Herbie Ostroff; Secretary, Ruth Jacobs; Editor of Newsletter, Bobbie Schery; Brunch Committee Chair, Marvin Franklin; L.W. News Chair, Raymond Kurlander/ Milt Loube; Activities Committee, open; Fundraising Committee, open; Speakers Committee, Ray Kurlander. Ray Kurlander serves as senior vice-commander, Dept. of Maryland, JWV of America and will be the post acting commander for the next several months. Leisure World Community Annual Walk for the Homeless Please join your neighbors on Friday, Oct. 26 for the fourth annual Leisure World Walk for the Homeless. The morning’s events will begin with a time for warm-up and stretching at 8:30 am in the Ballroom at Clubhouse I. You are invited to join in the Walk for the Homeless in our community by obtaining a registration form from the E&R office or The Inter-Faith Chapel. Registration is $30, which includes a commemorative “Help the Homeless” T-shirt and snacks after the walk. The forms are now available and should be turned in by Thursday, Oct. 11 in order to have the shirts available to wear for the walk. You may also secure donations by asking friends and family to sponsor you. All donations are tax deductible. Did you know that nearly 12,000 people in the Washington, D.C. area are homeless? More than 40 percent are families and one in four is a child. The Help the Homeless Program raises funds to support organizations working to prevent and end homelessness. Since 1988, the program has raised over $90 million, impacting thousands of families and children in our communities. You can make a dif- ference in the lives of homeless families and children by joining our neighbors or making a donation. With the support of people like you, in 2011 the Help the Homeless nonprofit organizations touched over 180,000 clients offering over 6,300 housing units to the Washington, DC area. Last year our community raised over $2,500 with over 30 walkers when we joined forces with the Fannie Mae Foundation to raise funds to prevent and end homelessness. The event is co-sponsored by the E&R Department and The InterFaith Chapel. Leisure World Ballroom Dance Club By Jackie Harrell A final reminder that the next dance is Satur- day, Sept. 22, 7:30 to 10:30 PM in Clubhouse I’s Crystal Ballroom. A great combo, Tony Luciano w/ Fritz and Allen, will provide music. Please note there was an error in Joan Soffers email address. For reservations, call Joan (301-5982528) and her correct email is [email protected]. Do not forget the dress code starting in September. Jacket and tie for the men, and ladies dress accordingly. Page 8 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World Gardens by Mary Lalley And so the season winds down and the process begins to put the plots to bed. This is hard work and for some folks it means saying good-bye to a wonderful hobby, but sometimes it is just too difficult. Susan Curow is ready to take all the changes and give gardens to people on the waiting list so they can begin to dream of a new garden in the 2013 season. Remember to clear weeds and debris from all planting areas for the winter. The West Nile scare remains with us, so no containers of any kind should hold liquid anywhere in the plot areas. Turn over any jars or containers around the plots or sheds to discourage breeding of mosquitoes. We are sorry to acknowledge that Theo Homans and Harvey Wolf will no longer be able to continue to manage equipment on our little farm, so for now Betty Kontaxis will have a list of chores, which I hope we will be able to complete with maybe a bit of training from Theo and Harvey. We need to step up and take some responsibility so that the area is kept in good condition, and ready for a new season. Please call Betty (301438-0004) and offer to learn and do whatever you can to contribute. The potluck supper was wonderful, with good food and fellowship and once again we thank Barry and Linda Tossman for their generous hosting. It was great! The monthly get-together is Friday, Sept. 21, with a rain date of Friday, Sept. 28 at 6 PM behind Shed 4. As we wind down, we may find an over abundance of vegetables and we hope gardeners will remember to use the share table for the produce, rather than let it decompose in the plots. Plants should be labeled if they are left, so that everyone knows what is offered. Some people in our group go above and beyond in their effort to make everything work and Betty, Theo and Harvey, Ray Durley, Susan, Fred Olsen and Irene Shu are among them and they deserve our thanks. When you plan your garden for the upcoming year, include some volunteer time to keep the plots and Macintosh Computer Club of Leisure World By Herbert Block, President I had expected that by this date, I would have something positive to announce regarding a speaker for the general meeting this September. The two possible candidates are still considering my request. I am certain one of my prospective speakers will come through - if not for September, surely for October. In the absence of a speaker, there is always time for activating certain levels of “training.” Currently there are these needs: 1. Basic learning sessions for beginners. The computer “Hardware/Software and special terms.” It is scary, at first, but one readily can learn of its workings, language and uses. 2. The Internet, e-mail, etc. The electronics involved, nomenclature, how it works (Sender - Receiver), passwords, attachments, etc. 3. Computer maintenance - keeping your computer in top/ notch condition “why the beach ball?” 4. An “open session.” Questions. We cannot start on all of the above, but we can run a few sessions for beginners, as follows: On Thursday, Sept. 20 and Friday, Sept. 21 classes will be held for only four learners at each session. Those who could not be in the Thursday class will be placed in the Friday session. These are the two classes: Thursday, Sept. Call Anne for errands, cleaning & computers. 1.240.479.4534 20, 9:30 to 11 am - four seats and Friday, Sept. 21, 9:30 to 11 am - four seats. The classes will be held in the Computer Learning Center, Clubhouse II. While the classes are in session, the CLC will be otherwise closed and will reopen after 11 am. environs in good condition. Find the area where you are comfortable and give Betty your offer. We all need to do this and it could be a new year reso- lution. So dig up those pesky weeds and leave all plastic off the plots for now, until the mosquito season is over. In the cool of autumn covers can be applied, but not now. Stay well and strong, my fellow gardeners, and pat yourself on the back for another season well worked! Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Republican Club of Leisure World U.S. Senatorial Candidate Daniel Bongino to Speak about His Candidacy he next meeting of the Republican Club of Leisure World is Sept. 24 at 1 PM in Clubhouse I. This represents a change from our usual third Monday of the month date and 7 PM time. Dan Bongino, the U.S. Senate Republican candidate, will address the club at this meeting. Dan is a successful entrepreneur and decorated civil servant. He and his wife are the owners of successful small businesses ranging from web solutions and design to sporting equipment. His most current initiative involves the assessment and mitigation of risk. The U.S. Secret Service decorated him for his outstanding work with that agency. He has degrees in business and psychology. He was endorsed in T the Republican primary by gazette.net for his strong positions on the issues. See his website at www.bongino. com for his thoughtful and comprehensive positions on various issues including the following: economy, healthcare, energy, environment, national security and immigration. Everyone is welcome to attend our meeting. Our Mitt Romney for President Aug. 20 program drew a large attendance. Our speakers were two Mitt Romney for President campaign stars: his state campaign co-chair Louis M. Pope and his Montgomery County chair Katja Bullock. Mr. Pope is also a member of the Republican National Committee, serving as the national committeeman for Maryland; and Ms. Bullock is also Dan Bongino deputy chair of the Montgomery County Republican Central Committee. They both explored how citizens could best participate in our national presidential election campaign. Many good ideas to help Mitt were presented, including making calls for Mitt from one’s home using the Romney for President national website and watching for Going Home Cremation Service Beverly L. 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Among other things, he told Page 9 By Fred Seelman us we could get quickly to the Romney Virginia state headquarters and volunteer because their offices are just over the bridge in Arlington (and reachable by Metro, too). He added that at the headquarters, volunteers could be trained to make targeted phone calls (to key groups) and to canvass neighborhoods and then be given group lists to call and neighborhoods to visit. Call him (540-206-5431) if interested in further information. The club will participate in an out-of-state campaign initiative, the forming of a national Mitt Romney Seniors Coalition. There are some open posi- tions in the club and workers are needed for the National Senior Coalition initiative and various on-going campaigns. Bumper stickers, signs and some campaign materials are also available. Members and any others who are able to volunteer, want campaign materials or have questions about these things should contact our president by emailing him at [email protected] (a new email address) or by calling 301-873-6119. Join us for another quality event on Sept. 24, expand your political horizons and enjoy the conversation and some coffee and pastries. Anecdotes of Congress and Its Neighbors Over Two Centuries The E&R Department is pleased to welcome back author and historian Anthony S. Pitch (pictured) on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse I. Pitch will talk about Anecdotes of Congress and Its Neighbors Over Two Centuries. He will entertain with amusing, amazing, sad, dramatic and informative anecdotes of Congress and its neighbors on Capitol Hill, including stories about the joys of discovery in the Library of Congress, a public hanging at the site of the Supreme From the E&R Department Court, and the humorous side of Congressman Abraham Lincoln. Pitch is the author of a number of books including The Burning of Washington: The British Invasion of 1814, a selection of the History Book Club. The White House announced that President Clinton read it on vacation. He is invited annually to give a speech at Fort McHenry on the anniversary of Francis Scott Key writing the words to the national anthem. Another book, “They Have Killed Papa Dead!” - The Road to Ford’s Theatre, Abraham Lincoln’s Murder, and the Rage for Vengeance, received the Arline Custer Memorial Prize for best book from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference. He has been featured on C-Span TV, The History Channel, National Geographic TV, PBS, NPR, Fox News, Voice of America, BBC, TV2Denmark, TV New Zealand, and Czech TV. He narrated inside the White House for Tribune Broadcasting TV. He is a former Associated Press broadcast editor for Pennsylvania and senior writer in the books division of U.S. News & World Report in Washington, D.C. Tickets, $5 per person, are on sale in both clubhouses. Join Pitch as he brings to life the events that led to the burning of our capital city. Page 10 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Peripheral Neuropathy Group of Leisure World By Herb Fine, 1-240-669-7908, fi[email protected] (note the change) We are designating Sept. 30 as our next meeting due to the Jewish holidays. Allan Doris, Leisure World resident, lectured to our group at our last meeting and quoted Dr. Gary Samuelson: “The three most basic principles of health are simply diet, sleep and exercise. The truth is that the body relies on the things that we eat in order to maintain the health of the cells. What we eat is probably the most important way to give our body the strength, health, and wellness that it needs in order to be able to thrive. …One of the major elements in our body is a communicative system called Redox Signaling It is the signaling process that allows cells to detect damage and to repair or replace those with healthy neighboring cells. Redox Signaling messengers allow the body to carry out this vital programming. So if we supplement these molecules, because they do degrade with time, we’re able to positively affect the health of our tissues.” Hence, both Charles Tang, our secre- tary, and I are participating in the ASEA program and will keep you advised as to our progress. At our last meeting I told you about Daisy Fields, a 97-year-old woman, who decided to write again after reading about “Anecdotal Tales” in the Leisure World News. Unfortunately, she suffered a cardiac difficulty and was hospitalized. She called me and advised that she was home and was given a copy of her “Anecdotal Tales” and she is thrilled. In each PN transcript, we include the multiple ways to induce PN. Autoimmune Sensory Neuronitis (Ganglioneuritis) results from inflammation of the sensory neurons in the sensory or dorsal root ganglia. It can effect small or large fibers and cause pain, loss of sensation, incoordination or gait instability. Ganglioneuritis is sometimes associated with Sjogren’s syndrome. For those who present such a clinical picture of sensory gangleoneuritis, identification and treatment are absolutely requisite. Ethridge, Quinn, Kemp, McAuliffe, Rowan & Hartinger 33 Wood Lane, Rockville, MD 20850 301-762-1696 Lynn Caudle Boynton, Esquire [email protected] Caryn Siegel Wetmore, Esquire [email protected] Specializing in Wills and all Estate Planning, Probate and Administration of Estates, and Real Estate Please contact us for free Uniform Statutory Powers of Attorney (created by Md. State Legislature in 2010), Advanced Medical Directives and Medical Powers of Attorney. Home visits can be arranged as needed. www.eqkmrh.com www.oldekeytitle.com Sunday, Sept. 30 is our next meeting and we will have Advantage Health Care, which states the efficacy of the ReBuilder System in treating peripheral neuropathy. The Rebuilder is a proven and doctor recommended, electronic home based therapy that repairs peripheral nerves and strengthens muscles that have weakened due to atrophy. We will seek to have Dr. David A. Taragin, a neurologist; Dr. George M. Stricker, a psychologist; and Claudia Miller, a physiotherapist; in our next few meetings. These wonderful people have met with us over the course of the years and have proven to be a source of comfort to our members. We will make arrangements for the selection of officers for 2013. Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday, Sept. 30, Clubhouse I, at 2 PM. 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To have each Mutual appoint a point of contact for the EPAC if a Mutual does not have a representative on the committee. 3. To have EPAC members ready and willing to assist the Mutuals in their plans. 4. To make other relevant organizations aware of the program and how they might get involved. What are some considerations for a Mutual Readiness Program? 1. The Mutual Readiness P r o g r a m w i l l d i ff e r depending on the physical structure of the Mutual (for example, the program for houses would be different than for high-rises). 2. What things are now in place in the Mutual? 3. What are concerns of residents and how should they be addressed: how to involve residents in developing an emergency preparedness plan? 4. An emergency plan should include provisions for emergency kits for the home, car, and pets: what is really important? How would residents participate in developing an emergency preparedness plan? • Mutual residents would meet in small groups (for example, half a floor in a high-rise or a cul-de-sac of houses). • Each group would make a plan for the residents in the group. • The plan would typically involve an inventory of the special needs of each resident in the event of an emergency (for example, help required if the elevators are not working or a reliable source of oxygen). • Groups are encouraged to develop an emergency communication plan such as a telephone tree or subscribing to One Call Now. • Groups would meet periodically to keep information up-to-date and to welcome new members. What can residents do now? Ask your Mutual board members what they think about a Mutual Readiness Program and what can be done in your Mutual. What are the desired future conditions? After implementation of the Mutual Readiness Program, Page 11 we would hope for: • Increased Mutual/resident awareness of the need to have current emergency plans so that they are ready and prepared to react to incidents, natural and manmade, that may impact their health and safety, cause them to shelter in place, or evacuate their homes. • Improved community response time and capability to react to incidents that require activation of the Leisure World Emergency Plan so as to: – React to and nullify the incident threat to the community. – Contribute to reducing human stress and confusion and collateral damage to property and people during extreme incidents that require additional emergency resources from the county and/or state fire, police, emergency medical, or other first responders. Jewish Residents of Leisure World – Tashlich & Sukkah Rituals By Jonas Weiss On the first day of Rosh Hashanah it is cus- tomary to symbolically cast off one’s sins by throwing crumbs of bread upon the waters and saying a prayer in a ritual called Tashlich. At Leisure World, we do this every year at the pond in front of the Overlook building. Join us on Monday, Sept. 17 at 4 PM for this occasion. Succot will be celebrated from the evening of Sept. 30 through Oct. 7, and will be followed by Shmini Atzeret, when Yiskor will be recited. It is customary to eat in a sukkah during Succot to commemorate the temporary shelters used in the desert after the Jews escaped slavery in Egypt. We have an annual tradition of celebrating with a temporary sukkah in the parking lot of the Interfaith Chapel, decorated by residents and young children from a local school. Elaine Schenberg (301-5980079) chairs a committee to decorate and plan services in the succah. The succah will be open daily from Monday, Oct. 1 to Friday, Oct. 5 from 3 to 5 PM and for evening services on Sunday, Sept. 30 and Monday, Oct. 1 at 7:30. There will be a open house for the entire community on Sunday, Oct. 7 from 11 am to 3 PM. Our first brunch of the season is Sunday, Oct. 21 at 10 am in Clubhouse I. There will be an expanded menu and a musical program by Freda Enoch. Donations for Yiskor, Kiddush, an Oneg, or general tzedukah should go to Susan Weiss at 3739 Glen Eagles Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906. 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. Would you like to assist in any of our many activities? Contact Walter Budman (301-438-1264) or Allan Firestone (301-5987311). i Page 12 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Community Classes and Seminars 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. 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 – Basics of Point and Shoot Digital Photography, a CLL class: Buy a new digital camera or get one for a gift from your children? Kind of confusing when you see all the little icons telling you that this is for a specific condition, that for another. This is a beginner course for residents who have point and shoot digital cameras and would like to understand the features offered and to know how to get the most out of the camera. Sessions include: Basic features of the Point and Shoot Digital Camera that enable the average photographer to take photos that are close to perfect from a technical standpoint using the various options that are built into the camera. Instructor Fred Shapiro will discuss how these features relate to photo concept and composition. Portraits, close-ups and landscapes; three diverse programs in the camera that enable the photographer to take advantage of the capabilities of the point and shoot camera and produce viable pictures of subjects near and far. Action photography, night scenes and the various modes that are built into the point and shoot to enable everyone to take photographs under many difficult conditions. Participants will take a look at the many icons that are very narrow interest but available when you have unusual conditions to photograph. And, finally, Fred will discuss and demonstrate the video clip mode that enables you to capture motion and sound when appropriate to enhance the slide show presentations that the point and shoot camera provides for the average photographer. Participants are encouraged to bring their camera(s) to class together with the manual(s). Not all point and shoot digitals are created equal. You will want to explore the ones you own so that you can benefit from the discussion and the assignments. Participants will spend one hour on the topics and then shoot subjects in the classroom when applicable or on the grounds around Clubhouse I. Class meets Thursdays, Oct. 25-Nov. 15, 2 PM. Fee: $10. Register: Clubhouse I. NEW – Yiddish Conversation: Beginners through advanced speakers of "mame-loshn" have much to gain and offer this friendly get-together with songs, stories and conversation. Learning our Yiddish/ Hebrew alphabet is optional; reading material is also offered in transliteration. Class meets Fridays, Sept. 28-Dec. 7, 3 PM (No class Nov. 23). Fee: $10. Register: Clubhouse II. Highlights of Italian Opera, a CLL Course: Using videotapes, DVD’s and CD’s some of the operas reviewed include La Boheme, Rigoletto, La Traviata, La Forza del Destino, Gianni Schicchi, Cavaleria Rusticana, Turandot. Singers include Placido Domingo, Luciano Pavarotti, Leontyne Price, Teresa Stratas, Tito Gobbi, et al., and, of course, some surprises. Richard Lees has previously offered a CLL course on “The Operas of Puccini,” and another on “Great Tenors.” Class meets Thursdays, Sept.-Oct. 11. Fee: $20. Register: Clubhouse I. German Conversation – This is not a teaching class. Members need to have sufficient knowledge of German to carry on a conversation. Topics cover every day life, traditions and customs (no politics or religion). Class meets Wednesdays, Sept. 26-Nov. 28, 3-4 PM. Fee: $10. Register: Clubhouse II. Villains and Heroes, an ACE class: Our nation’s history has many examples of those deemed villains and those deemed heroes. However, time and experience tells us that established views may no longer hold. This class will examine a series of events and individuals in a reconsideration of their place in history. They include: Hamilton and Burr; Cowboys and Indians; the Lincoln Brigadiers; military service and conscientious objection during the Vietnam War; Franklin Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan; Daniel Ellsberg and Julian Assange. Each will be paired with a relevant contemporary example for the purposes of comparison and understanding. Those who value good discussion and have an appreciation for divergent views will enjoy this class. Instructor Paul H. Levy (BA, MEd and EdD University of Massachusetts, Amherst) is a retired history and social science teacher. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 20, 9:45-11 am. Fee: $15. Register: Clubhouse I. Israel Today, an ACE class: Israel has become one of the most successful economies in the world despite being the lone democracy in the Middle East. It is a nation defined by its history and enabled by its vision. Come meet contemporary Israelis and other experts who will share the excitement of being in the forefront of development in technology, the arts, business, agriculture, literature and more. Learn about the people, the land and its security needs from those who love, support and encourage this special Jewish homeland. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 20, 11:15 am-12: 15 PM. Fee: $15. Register: Clubhouse I. History of Jews in the United States: Lectures, Films and Discussions, an ACE class: The first Jews arrived on American soil in 1654. Through short introductory lectures, superb documentary film footage and discussions, participants will examine the 350-year history of how a small minority made their way to America, adapted to a new and very different culture, and assimilated into the mainstream of American life while at the same time keeping their own identity. Facilitator Ira Weiss; Ph.D. is a retired neurophysiologist and an avid collector of cinema related to Jews and Israel. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 20, 1-2:30 PM. Fee: $15. Register: Clubhouse I. Biographies of Eminent People, an ACE class: Stir your passion for knowledge and understanding. Learn about the lives of such varied and interesting individuals as Studs Terkel, Thomas Jefferson and Dmitri Shostakovich. In this series you will meet six people who have shaped our world and contributed to our history, culture and society. Series moderator Kandy Hutman is Continuing Education Program director at the JCC. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 20, 2:40-3:30 PM. Fee: $15. Register: Clubhouse I. Please turn to page 13 FREDRICK A. 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Emergency appointments Available 3801 International Drive • Suite 208 • Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-598-8500 LEISURE WORLD PLAZA PROFESSIONAL BUILDING Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 13 Community Classes and Seminars Continued from page 12 EXERCISE NEW – 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, Oct. 15-Dec. 8 and/or Thursdays, Oct. 18-Dec. 13 (no class Nov. 22, Thanksgiving), 9:15-10:15 am. Fee: $55/1 day, $85/2 days. Register: Clubhouse I. NEW – Gentle Yoga – Wednesdays & Saturdays: A gentle flow of yoga poses is designed to help maintain flexibility, balance and to reduce stress. Please bring a yoga mat for exercises lying on the floor and wear loose, comfortable clothing. Special Note: Students can now sign up for one or two classes per week. Class meets Wednesdays, Oct. 10-Nov. 14 and/or Saturdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17, 9 am. Fee: $40/1 day, $70/2 days per week. Register: Clubhouse I. 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 and simple routines needed by beginners. 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 information, call Gerry (301-438-7452). Class meets Thursdays, Oct. 18-Nov. 29, 6 PM. Fee: $42. Register: Clubhouse II. NEW – Move to the Beat – Men & Women (Evenings): This class is for those who do not like structured exercise but know that they have to move. Join Gerry and your neighbors as you stretch and dance at a pace comfortable for you – but you have to keep moving. A fun class that makes you work, but you do not know it. Nothing to remember; you just follow along. For information, call 301-438-7452. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 17 (no class Nov. 6, Election Day), 6-6:45 PM. Fee: $39. Register: Clubhouse II. Zumba Gold with Denny: This program was designed for the older active adult, a person who has not been exercising in a long time or individuals who may be limited physically. The biggest difference between Zumba Gold and Zumba Basic is that Zumba Gold is done at a much lower intensity. It is just as much fun just not as fast! Zumba Gold utilizes the same great Latin styles of music and dance that are used in the Zumba basic program. Class meets Wednesdays, Sept. 26-Nov. 14 and/or Fridays, Sept. 28-Nov. 16, 1:15 PM. Fee: $64, one day per week; $120, two days. Register: Clubhouse II. Low Impact Fitness Class: This class will provide you with a complete and safe lowimpact fitness workout. Each hour-long class includes five criteria of fitness: stretching, muscle strengthening using handheld weights, cardiovascular workout, abdominal work and fun! Balance and flexibility exercises are also included. This class may also improve memory and elevate your mood. You may work at your own level. All routines are choreographed by Jacki Sorensen (the originator of Aerobic Dancing). Class meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10 am in Clubhouse II. A new session starts on Monday, Oct. 1 and ends on Friday, Dec. 14. The instructor (Rhoda) will be glad to answer any questions before or after class. You can also call her at 301493-0369. Fee: $160 for 30 classes. Register: Clubhouse II. Mild Exercise: All exercises, seated or standing, are led by instructor Jean Dembo. Class meets Tuesdays, Sept. 18-Nov. 27 and/or Wednesdays, Sept. 19-Nov. 28 at 11 am. Fee: $15, one day per week; $30, two days per week. 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, Sept. 17-Nov. 19, 4 PM. Fee: $10. Register: Clubhouse II. Hispanos de Leisure World Presents the Movie “Entre Nos” By CM The Hispanos de Leisure World will present the movie “Entre Nos” on Friday, Sept. 21 at 3 PM in Clubhouse I. Please check the directory in the lobby for room location. This story is based on facts which offers a fresh take on the issue of new immigrants in the U.S.A. Mariana totes her two children from Colombia to reunite with her husband in Queens, N.Y. Her life is devastatingly turned around when her husband abandons the family. The woman and her kids have to fend for themselves in a foreign country. Mariana desperately searches for work. In the end, she resourcefully navigates a surprising avenue for making some money, the city’s recycling. Subtitles in English. Members and all residents are welcome to attend. Come early, seating is limited. Refreshments are available. Donations are accepted. Page 14 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Community Name Change Ross Cortese had the vision of a community on vacant land in a wonderful area and built a wonderful senior community which has been enjoyed by thousands. It would be an honor to the memory of Mr. Cortese to change the name to Rossmoor Golf & Country Club. It is a upscale name and probably would attract many baby boomers who are ready for retirement. Renee Lease R Community Name Change We believe that if the name of Leisure World has to be changed, that we should consider giving our community a more upscale and prestigious name that reflects our homes’ values, for marketing and amenities. We do not think that it should have anything to do with Aspen Hill, as there have been some negative connotations associated with that name. Since our community has a gate at Norbeck Road, and that area of Route 28 has attractive homes and a beautiful country club, our proposal is to re-name the community “Norbeck Golf and Country Living.” This sounds, to us, very upscale and attractive! Gabriel and Blanca Mantilla R Television in the Stein Room Every time I have dined in the Stein Room, or just passed through, Fox News has been playing on one of the televisions – usually the large TV over the bar. I find this very objectionable. My objection is not because I am a liberal Democrat; I would find it just as objectionable if MSNBC was playing. The Stein Room should be a pleasant place with a convivial atmosphere where one can enjoy dinner and drinks. It is not the place to be subjected to partisan politics. If you agree with me, please contact your Mutual representative on the Restaurant Committee and ask them to implement a policy not to show Fox News or MSNBC on the Stein Room televisions. Janet Martin R Governing Documents and a Challenge The Leisure World Community Corporation has established a Special Committee to review our community’s governing documents to improve the governance of Leisure World, which is an excellent step in the right direction. However, unless communities entice talented residents within them to get on the governing boards and their committees, adopting or creating even the best of governing documents will not help communities in any possible way. Thus, the challenge for this special committee and for that matter, all of us, is not only to come up with incredibly efficient governing documents, but also to find a way to get the talented people on the Board and all committees. Otherwise, we will be duplicating the governance of communities, cities, and townships which are stagnant, uncaring, selfserving, wasteful and inefficient. I would like residents and members of the Board and all committees to review this quote from Kojo Nnamdi in the July 15, 2012 edition of The Washington Post concerning city governance: “. . . no political operations or machine exists here. The result is that a relatively small percentage of the city’s remarkable talent pool is interested in running for office, which sometimes makes room for less qualified opportunists who view public office as a lifestyle upgrade . . . “ Please note that, unlike cities and townships, Leisure World has limited financial resources, funded only by community fees, so good governance by experienced and qualified residents is of paramount importance for Leisure World. It is a challenge—but then there is a bigger challenge: how to motivate many longtime Board and/or committee members to go to the sidelines, be happy with their service, and act as happily glorified elder statespersons. I urge residents to think about this, be aggressive to take on this challenge, and find an effective way to tap the resources of the talent among us. S. (Sam) P. Verma Rossmoor Woman’s Club - Here We Go! By Stephanie Crissman Rossmoor Woman’s Club is once again active as we go about the business of learning, pleasure and enriching the needs of the local community! We are launching 2012-13 with a general meeting and luncheon at the Manor Country Club, Carrolton Road, Rockville on Sept. 19. A large number of our new and long-time members have already made reservations for what promises to be an entertaining and enriching afternoon. It will begin with a “Mediterranean buffet,” followed by a brief meet- ing, and a program by a representative of the Montgomery County Historical Society will highlight the event. She will offer an illustrated presentation on the courage and success of many women “who dared” in our local history. October will find members and their guests taking a trip to the Maryland statehouse in Annapolis, with a tour led by a local docent. Following the tour of this important and interesting site of our state’s government, the group will go to the historic Reynold’s Tavern for lunch. Menu there will offer a choice of quiche Teramer with shrimp and crab, or a Caesar salad with grilled chicken. Dessert and a choice of beverages will be included. Reservations may be made for this trip directly through the Leisure World Eyre Travel office in Clubhouse I in person, or by phone to Jill Wood (301-598-1599 or 301-854-6600, opt. #4). The cost is $65 per person including transportation and lunch, and the date is Wednesday, Oct. 24. Be sure to make reservations early, as our trips are local favorites! NARFE Chapter #1143 by Barbara Walter, President ur new season begins on Monday, Sept. 24. Please note that the 24th is the last Monday of September. We will be back to the third Monday of each month beginning in O October. One of our favorite speakers, Gwen Newcomb, audiologist, will present the newest information and equipment, regarding hearing aids. We meet in Clubhouse I. Snacks/ conversation are always at l: 30 PM with the meeting time at 2 PM. Those who are new to the chapter, we have the best snacks. I look forward to seeing you on Monday. Sept. 24. October is also the month for this year’s first Vendors’ Sale, another popular and eagerly awaited event. Again, our sale will be held in the lower level of Bedford Court, at the far end of International Drive, and will offer a vast number of gifts and other items, each for the small sum of $6. There is no admission fee for this special day, and it is open to any and all shoppers who wish to attend. Lunch may be ordered in the Bedford Court Dining Room, if desired. More news will follow for the November and December happenings as plans are finalized. Rossmoor Woman’s Club board meetings are held the second Monday of each month, September through May at 10:30 am in Clubhouse I, and anyone who wishes to come is invited to sit in on the meetings. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 15 “Gandhian Ecology” — Topic of Unitarian Universalists’ Sept. 25 Meeting by Mary Beth Mason The September program of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Leisure World will feature Dr. Larry Shinn (pictured), a Hindu scholar and recently retired president of Berea College in Kentucky. Dr. Shinn will speak on “Gandhian Ecology: A Hindu View of the World.” Mahatma Gandhi is regarded by many as a human ecologist, and much has been written apropos Gandhi’s contribution to the early environmentalist movement. Dr. Shinn’s presentation will help us understand the ecological dimensions of Gandhi’s thinking and practice by explaining how ethics, ecology, and politics were indistinguishably interwoven in Gandhian philosophy and social practice. Dr. Shinn received his doctorate in history of religions from Princeton University in 1972. He received his Master of Divinity from Drew Theological School in 1968, and his bachelor’s degree from Baldwin Wallace College in 1964. He served as president of Berea College from 1994 through 2012. Founded in 1855, Berea was the first interracial and coeducational college in the South. Today it provides a tuition-free education to all its students, while requiring every student to work at least 10 hours a week. The college’s primary mission is to provide access to higher education for the economically disadvantaged youth of the Southern Appalachian region. Our Sept. 25 meeting is in Fellowship Hall at the Leisure World Inter-Faith Chapel. A refreshment period will begin at 2:30 PM, and the meeting and program will follow. You do not have to be a UU member to attend. Our October meeting is on Wednesday, the 24th — rather than our usual Tuesday — and will feature Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Floreen (Democrat, at-large). She will discuss important issues facing Montgomery County, including land use, zoning, transportation, and the budget. She says that she is eager to hear from you, so bring your questions and concerns for the Q&A session. If you would like to receive our monthly newsletter, please join our group. The $20 annual membership fee helps defray the costs of stipends for speakers and room rental fees. Please address any questions about our UU organization, including becoming a member, to President Cecil Uyehara ([email protected] or 301229-3184). Please address all questions concerning programming to Program & Publicity Chair Mary Beth Mason ([email protected] or 240-558-4013). Page 16 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Patient’s Rights Council To Present Program On Mental Health And Aging by Mary Ann Johnston T the care and treatment of older adults with mental illness, dementia or substance problems through programs of education and advocacy. Presentations and support materials address stigma, preventive measures, assessment needs, treatment options and community resources that will assist older adults to enjoy life free of mental illness. Mental health is how we think about life, how we feel about others, and ourselves and how we behave and adapt to change, stress, and other life events. The brain is one of our body’s most precious and vital organs but mental illness occurs when the brain gets stressed or diseased. If we have a broken bone, we get treatment. We should Kiwanis News by Chuck Lavin (301-598-0463) Bingo party every Monday night at Clubhouse I. We are the only Bingo to offer cash to the winners, 14 games and the possibility of a $500 jackpot. Come, have fun and all profits go toward our foundation’s Scholarship Fund. Happy Birthday to David Firestone 9/15; Ann Holiday 9/17; Norm Salenger 9/17; and Peggy Evans 9/17. Our friendly club meets every Friday and new members are invited. We meet at 12:15 PM in Clubhouse I. We are a fun group who work hard to change the world one community at a time and one child at a time. If you are available, why not drop by and join us. h e P a t i e n t ’s Rights Council of Leisure World will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse I. The speaker is Kim Burton, director of Older Adult Programs for the Maryland Coalition on Mental Health and Aging. The Maryland Coalition, established in 1994, seeks to improve Mark down Oct. 31 for our annual Kiwanis Halloween Party. It will be fun. Entree cost is only $14 which includes soft drinks, treats, door prizes, a five piece band for dancing, and prizes for four categories (scariest, funniest, most looking like a celebrity and the most original). Tickets can be purchased at the E&R Office. We are still collecting greeting cards and they are still coming in in large numbers. Drop off the entire card at the Fish Office in Clubhouse II or at our meeting on Friday. Thirteen of us went to Reston, Va. for a regional conference of our 32 clubs in the Potomac District. There were 42 educational seminars of which our group attended over 30 and reported back on them at our next meeting. We also had five meal programs, including two outstanding motivational speakers. Our club is the second largest club in Maryland and the most respected. Eileen Lavin made a report on the “Elimination Program” and pledged a minimum of $7,500 from our club. Do not forget to attend our likewise seek treatment for a mental health problem. The problems associated with mental health in later life have a treatment success rate near 80 percent. At the September meeting of the Patient’s Rights Council, we heard a presentation from Gayle Hafner, senior attorney for the Maryland Disability Law Center. We will give more information on Ms. Hafner’s talk in the next issue of the Leisure World News. You need not be a member to attend our informative programs, all residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you wish more information, please contact Mary Ann Johnston, 301-598-0647. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Bereavement Support Group – New Session Begins Sept. 25 A new Bereavement Support Group series, sponsored by the Inter-Faith Chapel, will begin an eight-week session on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 2 PM. Bereavement following the death of a loved one may lead to physical and/or emotional health concerns. The purpose of the group is to provide mutual support in gaining knowledge about coping with loss and finding new meaning in life that may be experienced following the loss of a loved one. You are invited to attend these meetings if you have lost a spouse, sibling, close family member or significant other through death. The group meets Tuesday afternoons, 2-3:30 in the library of the Inter-Faith Chapel. The group is facilitated by Eleanor Friedenberg, a registered nurse with experience in grief counseling and Mitzi Reinburg, who has worked closely with bereavement groups at Page 17 By Eleanor Friedenberg Holy Cross Hospital and in Leisure World. If you have questions, please call Eleanor (301-598-6333) or Mitzi (301-438-1007). The group is open to all residents regardless of religious affiliation. Non-residents may attend if space is available. There is no charge; however, it is important to register for the series by telephoning the Inter-Faith Chapel at 301-598-5312. Page 18 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Have You Considered the Conversation? by Fred Shapiro, JRLW Community Liaison and Beth Shapiro, LCSW, JSSA Senior Services Coming of Age in Maryland (COA), a social program for older adults and its agency partners in cooperation with JRLW and the Leisure World Compassion and Choices Club is hosting a free program in the auditorium of Clubhouse II on Monday, Oct. 15 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The program will highlight services available to older adults through Coming of Age in Maryland’s social service partners. The highlight of the program will be the screening of the award-winning documentary Consider the Conversation: How to Talk About End-ofLife Issues. You are invited to come 30 minutes early to pick up information from resource tables outside the auditorium and to stay afterward for a discussion with a panel of local experts. No reservations necessary. The COA organizations represented will include JSSA (Jewish Social Services Agency), JCCGW (Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington), Premier Homecare, and JCA (Jewish Council for the Aging). Consider the Conversation examines multiple perspectives on end-of-life care and includes information and experiences gathered from interviews with patients, family members, doctors, nurses, clergy, social workers, and national experts from around the country. It does not seek to hand down answers or tell you what to talk about. To the contrary, it encourages viewers to reflect on having this important conversation with those they care most about. The film provides the opportunity, or one might say the excuse, to discuss the questions all of us need to consider but may be apprehensive about. The producers have three goals for this film: 1. To change the current American attitude from one that predominantly views end-of-life as a failed medical event to one that sees it as a normal process rich in opportunity for human development; 2. To inspire dialogue between patient and doctor, husband and wife, parent and child, clergy and congregant; 3. To encourage medical professionals, healthcare organizations and clergy to take the lead in counseling others. Our expert panel of hospice and palliative care providers will answer questions and Custom Blind serviCe 301-774-0609 Quality Blinds & Shades With A Solid Reputation Since 1987 Free In-Home Consultation www.customblindservice.com Receive an additional 15% Off Any Blinds or Shades Leisure World Residents only (Not valid with any other offers.) provide information. If you have not yet seen this film, I hope you will attend. If you have perhaps you want to see it again with a family member or friend. Doing so may help get the conversation started. Unfortunately this film is currently not available with closed captioning. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please call 301610-8323 for a recorded message if you have any questions. CHERYL'S HEALTH BOUTIQUE is now carrying the "IMPRESSIONS" BREAST FORM from TRULIFE. • This form is the most natural, lightest and softest breast form ever created. • Natural contours provide an intimate fit. • Honeycomb core ensures optimum breathability. Call to schedule your appointment to try this revolutionary new breast form. Find out for yourself why women from around the world are saying it is “The best product I have ever tried.” Cheryl's Health Boutique 15200 Shady Grove Road, Suite 106 Rockville, MD 20850 301-330-1084 Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 19 LW Association for African American Culture 20th Anniversary Gala • by Florence Butler He is a singer, composer, musician and arranger. He is a local talent with an international reputation. His name is Vaughn McClarrin and he will appear at our 20th anniversary dinner gala on Sept. 28. Join us in the Ballroom, Clubhouse I from 6 to 9 PM as this multi-faceted performer transports us through the decades by his special juncture of jazz, pop, and rhythm and blues. He is the essence of the expression “one man band” and he gives fresh, new meaning to that hackneyed delineation. Tickets, $35, checks only payable to LWAAAC, are sold at the E&R office, Clubhouse I, through Sept. 25. In addition to fine entertainment, we will enjoy a full-course dinner with cash bar, topping it off with some birthday cake. Finally, we will drink a wine toast to our beloved LWAAAC. See you there. Business, Old and New: Renewals of membership for the fiscal year July 1, 2012 through 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 June 30, 2013 will be accepted until Nov. 30. Send a $15 check payable to LWAAAC, to Membership, LWAAAC, P.O. Box 12316, Silver Spring, MD 20908. For further information on membership procedures contact Membership Committee Chair Sr. Barbara Spears (240669-6908). If she is not available please leave a message and she will return your call. The next meeting of the board is Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 4 PM in Clubhouse II. All members are welcome to attend. Personal: From Hannah G. Henry, “Thank you for your calls and prayers during my recent illness. I am improving and getting stronger each day. After I complete my cardiac rehabilitation I am sure that I will be fine. Please continue to keep me in your prayers.” Page 20 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Italian Social and Cultural Club - Get Acquainted Brunch Reminder: the Italian Social and Cultural Club will begin the new season with a “Get Acquainted” brunch on Sept. 23 at Clubhouse I starting at 12:30 PM. Be sure to check the directory at the entrance to the front The Fountains of Veterans Park. Photo by Martha Robinson door for room location. Do not forget to bring any Italian heirlooms, books, needlework, etc.; anything that is Italian and might be of interest to share with your Italian friends in our Italian Club. The menu for the brunch includes scrambled eggs, hash brown potatoes, bacon, sausage, French toast, grilled tomatoes, Danish and muffins. Juice, coffee and tea are also included. The cost is $16. Send your check for $16 made out to the Italian Social and Cultural Club to Tony Anastasi, 15107 Interlachen, 2-217, Silver Spring, MD 20906 ASAP. The deadline for making your reservation for the brunch is Sept. 18. Remember, to be able to come to the brunch, you must have paid your dues by the date of the brunch. If you have not paid your dues, send a separate check to Tony, made out to the Italian club for $10. The deadline for paying your dues is Sept. 30 or your name will be removed from the membership rolls. The Italian Club is interested in knowing the ancestry of all our By J.B. members. Therefore, we hope you will come to the brunch and push a pin into the city or town on the map of Italy, which we will have at the meeting, from which you or your ancestors came. This will be a great time to meet and get to know your fellow members. This brunch is only for members; no guests allowed. At the Oct. 28 meeting, there will be a DVD showing of “Il Volo,” Italy’s three young singers. More about this in the next issue of the paper. If you have any questions, call Jo (301-598-4501). Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 21 Page 22 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 23 SUNDAY Sunday, September 16 Clubhouse I Have a Happy Day Clubhouse II 6:00pm High Holy Days 7:00pm Baby Boomers Group MONDAY Monday, September 17 Clubhouse I 9:30am Beginning Watercolors Class 1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class 2:00pm L.W. Chorale 7:00pm Bingo Clubhouse II 9:00am High Holy Days 10:00am Clipper Workshop 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Chess Club 4:00pm Ba Duan Class 6:30pm Pocket Billiards Play Sunday, September 23 Clubhouse I 10:30am Jewish Friendship Group 12:30pm Italian Club Clubhouse II 7:00pm Baby Boomers Group Monday, September 24 Clubhouse I 9:00am Flu Clinic 9:15am Stretch & Tone Class 9:30am Beginning Watercolors Class 1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class 1:00pm Young At Heart Group 1:00pm Republican Club Meeting 2:00pm L.W. Chorale 2:00pm NARFE Meeting 7:00pm Bingo Clubhouse II 9:30am Open Computer Lab 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Chess Group 4:00pm Ba Duan Exercise Class 6:30pm Pocket Billiards Play TUESDAY Tuesday, September 18 Clubhouse I 9:00am Blood Pressure Testing 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 10:00am Bible Study Class 12:30pm Ladies Golf Lunch 1:00pm WC Techniques 6:00pm Lawn Bowling 7:30pm Duplicate Bridge Clubhouse II 9:00am High Holy Days 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi 11:00am Water Exercise Class 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 1:30pm Comedy & Humor Club 1:30pm Intro to Windows Class 3:00pm Aquasize Class Tuesday, September 25 Clubhouse I 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 10:00am Bible Study Class 1:00pm WC Techniques 6:00pm Lawn Bowling 7:00pm Duplicate Bridge Clubhouse II 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi Class 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 11:00am Water Exercise Class 1:30pm Comedy and Humor Club 1:30pm Intro to Windows Class 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:00pm High Holy Days WEDNESDAY Wednesday, September 19 Clubhouse I 9:00am Bocce Ball 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 11:00am Short Story Group 12:30pm Hadassah 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 6:45pm Rubber Bridge Clubhouse II 10:00am Line Dance-Osborne 11:00am Line Dance-Osborne 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Ping Pong Club 1:00pm Aqua Arthritis Class 1:30pm Open Computer Lab 5:30pm Aqua Fit Class 7:00pm Tribute to Benny Goodman 7:00pm Open Computer Lab Wednesday, September 26 Clubhouse I 9:00am Bocce Ball 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 6:45pm Rubber Bridge 7:00pm Break the Fast Supper Clubhouse II 9:00am High Holy Days 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Ping Pong 1:00pm Aqua Arthritis Class 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class 1:30pm Stroke Support Group 3:00pm German Conversation Class 5:30pm Aqua Fit Class THURSDAY Thursday, September 20 Clubhouse I 9:00am Shuffleboard 9:00am Flu Clinic 9:15am Stretch & Tone Class 11:00am Writers Workshop 12:30pm Ladies Bridge 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 1:00pm Highlights of Italian Opera 1:30pm Diabetes Support Group 3:30pm Art Guild Ed Program 6:00pm Lawn Bowling Mutual Board Meetings can be found on page 19 FRIDAY Friday, September 21 Clubhouse I 9:30am Basic Drawing Class 12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W. 1:30pm Watercolor/Any Level 3:00pm Hispanos De L.W. 7:00pm Friday Bridge SATURDAY Saturday, September 22 Clubhouse I 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 10:00am Open Art Studio 7:30pm L.W. Ballroom Dance Clubhouse II Clubhouse II 7:00pm Going It Alone Social and Bingo Friday, September 28 Clubhouse I Saturday, September 29 Clubhouse I 1:00pm Ping Pong Club 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Friday Bridge Group Clubhouse II 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi 10:00am Stitchers Group 11:00am Water Exercise Class 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Non Impact Water Class 1:00pm Line Dance-Osborne 1:00pm Movie/“Larry Crowne” 1:00pm Non Impact Water Class 2:00pm Line Dance-Osborne 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:15pm Tap with Gerry Thursday, September 27 Clubhouse I 9:00am Shuffleboard 9:15am Stretch & Tone Class 12:30pm Ladies Bridge 12:30pm Ladies Golf Lunch 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 1:00pm Highlights of Italian Opera 6:00pm Lawn Bowling Clubhouse II 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi Class 9:30am Quilters Group 11:00am Water Exercise Class 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Line Dance-Osborne 1:00pm Non Impact Water Class 200pm Line Dance-Osborne 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:15pm Tap with Gerry 9:30am Basic Drawing Class 12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W. 1:30pm Watercolor/Any Level 3:00pm Hispanos De L.W. 6:00pm LWAAAC Dinner 7:00pm Friday Bridge Clubhouse II 10:00am Chinese Club of L.W. 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Ping Pong Club 1:00pm Friday Bridge Group 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class 1:30am Open Computer Lab 10:00am Open Art Studio Clubhouse II 7:00pm Going It Alone Social Page 24 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Calendar of Events Attention: SUNDAY Sunday, September 30 Clubhouse I MONDAY TUESDAY Monday, October 1 Clubhouse I Tuesday, October 2 Clubhouse I 2:00pm Peripheral Neuropathy Group 9:15am Stretch & Tone Class 9:30am Beginning Watercolors Class Clubhouse II 1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class 2:00pm Movie/“Water for Elephants” 2:00pm L.W. Chorale 7:00pm BabyBoomers Group 7:00pm Bingo Clubhouse II Sunday, October 7 Clubhouse I Have a Happy Day Clubhouse II 2:30pm Fireside Forum 7:00pm Baby Boomers Group 9:00am Blood Pressure Testing 10:00am Bible Study Class 6:00pm Lawn Bowling 7:00pm Duplicate Bridge Clubhouse II 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 10:00am Clipper Workshop 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Chess Club 4:00pm Ba Duan Class 6:30pm Pocket Billiards Play 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi Class 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 11:00am Water Exercise Class 1:30pm Intro to Windows Class 1:30pm Comedy and Humor Club 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:00pm Move to the Beat Monday, October 8 Clubhouse I Tuesday, October 9 Clubhouse I Clubhouse II 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 9:00am Yiskor Service 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Chess Club 4:00pm Ba Duan Class 6:30pm Pocket Billiards Play 9:30am L.W. Gardens Group 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 10:00am Bible Study Class 1:00pm WC Techniques Class 1:30pm Patients Rights Group 2:00pm Amateur Radio Club 6:00pm Lawn Bowling 7:00pm Duplicate Bridge Clubhouse II 9:30am Beg/Adv.Tai Chi 11:00am Water Exercise Class 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 1:30pm Comedy & Humor Group 3:00pm Parkinsons Support Group 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:00pm Move to the Beat 7:00pm Camera Club Wednesday, October 3 Clubhouse I 9:00am Bocce Ball 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 11:00am Short Story Group 11:30pm Na’amat USA /Fashion Show 1:00pm Low Vision Support Group 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 6:45pm Rubber Bridge 9:00pm Presidential Debates Clubhouse II 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 10:00am Line Dance-Osborne 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 11:00am Line Dance-Osborne 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Ping Pong 1:00pm Aqua Arthritis Class 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class 3:00pm German Conversation Class 5:30pm Aqua Fit Class 7:00pm Open Computer Lab 7:30pm Fun & Fancy Theatre Group Wednesday, October 10 Clubhouse I 9:00am Bocce Ball 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 9:30am Art Class/Any Medium 10:15am League of Women Voters 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 6:00pm Bridge Banquet 6:45pm Rubber Bridge 7:00pm Lapidary Club Clubhouse II 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 10:00am Line Dance-Osborne 11:00am Line Dance-Osborne 11:00am Mild Exercise Class 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Aqua Arthritis Class 1:00pm Ping Pong Club 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class 1:30am Stroke Support Group 1:30pm Open Computer Lab 3:00pm German Conversation Class 5:30pm Aqua Fit Class 7:00pm Lapidary Club THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Thursday, October 4 Clubhouse I Friday, October 5 Clubhouse I Saturday, October 6 Clubhouse I 9:00am Shuffleboard 9:15am Stretch & Tone Class 9:30am Painting for Everyone 10:30am Essential Tremor Group 11:00am Writers Workshop 12:30pm Ladies Bridge 12:30pm Ladies Golf Lunch 1:00pm Highlights of Italian Opera 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 3:00pm Stamp Club 6:00pm Lawn Bowling Clubhouse II 9:00am Flu Clinic 9:30am Basic Drawing Class 12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W. 7:00pm Friday Bridge Clubhouse II 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 10:00am Open Art Studio Clubhouse II 7:00pm Going It Alone Social 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 9:30am Open Computer lab 1:00pm Ping Pong Group 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Friday Bridge Group 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi Class 10:00am Stitchers Group 11:00am Water Exercise Class 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Non Impact Water Class 1:00pm Line Dance- Osborne 2:00pm Line Dance- Osborne 3:00pm Aquasize Class 6:00pm Tap with Gerry 7:00pm Tennis Club Thursday, October 11 Clubhouse I 9:00am Flu Clinic 9:00am Shuffleboard 12:30pm Ladies Bridge 1:00pm Oils/Acrylics Class 1:00pm Highlights of Italian Opera 1:30pm Anthony Pitch 6:00pm Lawn Bowling 6:00pm L.W. Democrats 9:00pm Vice-Presidential Debates Clubhouse II 9:30am Beg/Adv Tai Chi 9:30am Quilters Group 10:00am MVA on Wheels 11:00am Water Exercise Class 12:30pm Men’s Bridge 1:00pm Non Impact Water Class 1:00pm Line Dance- Osborne 1:30pm G&S Group Meeting 2:00am Line Dance- Osborne 3:00pm Aquasize Class 4:00pm Model Train Club Friday, October 12 Clubhouse I 9:30am Basic Drawing Class 12:15pm Kiwanis of L.W. 1:30pm Watercolor/Any Level 1:30pm Antique Club Meeting 3:00pm Hispanos De L.W. 7:00pm Friday Duplicate Bridge Clubhouse II 9:00am Low Impact Fitness Class 9:30am Open Computer Lab 10:00am Chinese Club of L.W. 11:00am Ping Pong Club 1:00pm Chess Club 1:00pm Friday Bridge Group 1:15pm Zumba Gold Class Saturday, October 13 Clubhouse I 9:00am Gentle Yoga Class 10:00am Open Art Studio Clubhouse II 9:15am Shabbat Services 4:30pm Richard Miller Guitarist 7:00pm Going It Alone Social and Bingo DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. BE SURE TO VERIFY BEFORE ATTENDING. Page 25 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 9:00am Stretch & Tone Class 9:30am Beginning Watercolors Class 10:30am Garden/Envir Club 1:00pm Paintbrush & Knife Class 2:00pm L.W. Chorale 2:15pm Inforce Group 7:00pm Bingo WEDNESDAY Page 26 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 27 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 (all Trips deparT froM Clubhouse ii) Hollywood Casino Perryville – Mon., Sept. 24 9:00 am - 5:00 pm – $35.00 per person SPOTLIGHT ON... Try you luck at Perryville! $5.00 slot play given upon arrival. Crime and Punishment Museum and Spy Museum Mon., Oct. 1 – 9:00 am - 5:00 pm – $97.00 per person Nothing is what it seems....Intrigue, Deception, Heroes and Villians..plus peace and justice wrapped up into one trip! Trip includes admission to both museums and a boxed lunch. “Wicked” – Thurs., Oct. 4 – 12:30 pm-6:30 pm $147.00 per person The untold story of the Witches of Oz. Trip includes: deluxe transportation and orchestra seating at show. Wine Down, Brandywine Valley Sat., Oct. 6 – 8:10 am - 7:25 pm – $115.00 per person Travel with us to Brandywine Valley for a tour and tasting at Chaddsford Winery & Penns Woods Winery with a wonderful lunch at the Gables Restaurant. Museum Loop, Washington, D.C. Wed., Oct. 10 – 9:30 am - 3:00 pm – $29.00 per person This month we are stopping at the National Archives, Library of Congress and The National Gallery of Art. You choose which museum you want to spend your time at! Luray Caverns & Skyline Drive – Sat., Oct .13 9:05 am-5:25 pm $79.00 per person with lunch; $69.00 per person without lunch Enjoy a scenic drive along Skyline Drive as we head to Luray Caverns. Tour the Luray Caverns, Car & Carriage Museum plus the Luray Valley Museum. Optional boxed lunch at an additional $10 per person. B&O Museum and Mount Clare – Wed., Oct. 17 9:00 am-4:00 pm – $56.00 per person America Largest and most important exhibit on railroads is right here in Baltimore. Take a train ride to Mount Clare Museum. Finish the day with free time at the Inner Harbor. Lunch is on your own. Western Scenic Maryland Railroad – Sat., Oct. 20 8:20 am-6:05 pm – $99.00 per person Enjoy a scenic 32-mile, roundtrip railroad excursion from Cumberland to Frostburg through the beautiful Allegheny Mountains. Boxed lunch at the Depot included and time to investigate the shops and the Thrasher Carriage Museum. State House & Reynolds Tavern – Wed., Oct. 24 10:00 am-3:00 pm – $65.00 per person Join the Rossmoor Women’s Club for a guided tour of the State House and lunch. Hollywood Casino, Charles Town, WV – Thurs., Oct. 25 9:45 am-5:45 pm – $33.00 per person Try your luck at the slots or at a table! "Nice Work If You Can Get It" – Sat., Oct. 27 7:05 am-11:55 am – $250.00 per person Broadway is calling you! Trip includes deluxe motorcoach transportation, show and dinner or you can ride the bus to New York for just $60 per person. Drapers & Damons – Tues., Oct. 30 10:00 am - 3:00 pm – $35.00 per person Back By Popular Demand! Barnes Foundation Sat., Nov. 3 - 8:00 am - 7:00 pm – $116.00 per person We invite you to discover the Barnes world-class art collection in its new location plus lunch in the famous City Tavern Restaurant. Atlantic City bus leaves every Saturday & Sunday from Clubhouse II 8:50 am - 10:15 pm, $35.00 per person. Slot Play* subject to change. Some trips require a certain amount of walking. The shoe symbol Easy Walking There’s a reason they call West Virginia Wild & Wonderful! Seneca Rocks, Durbin Rocket Train Ride, National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Cass Scenic Railroad Ride, Graceland Mansion & Tour, American Mountain Theater Show, The Gandy Dancers Theater Show and Tygart Flyer Train Ride. American Music Theatre "Home for the Holidays" Sat., Nov. 3 – 9:20 am - 8:15 pm – $112.00 per person Come wrap yourself in its warmth, elegance and sweet holiday cheer. Lunch included at Fun & Fancy. American Visionary Art Museum – Wed., Nov. 7 9:30 am-3:00 pm – $42.00 per person Explore the permanent exhibits & traveling exhibits at this unique museum! Lunch on own restaurant on premises. “NEW” Shopping at Arundel Mills or Maryland Live Casino Wed., Nov. 14 – 9:00 am-3:00 pm – $29.00 per person You choose shopping or gambling or both! Casino is offering $15.00 slot play. Udvar Hazy Center – Thurs., Nov. 15 10:00 am - 3:00 pm – $29.00 per person Trip includes transportation to the Udvar Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia. Pack a lunch or McDonald's is on premises. A Boogie Woogie Christmas at Allenberry Theater Thurs., Nov. 15 – 9:30 am - 6:00 pm – $99.00 per person This original was written just for Allenberry Theater. Come celebrate the holidays with us! Trip includes lunch, show and deluxe motorcoach transportation. Harrington’s Casino – Wed., Nov. 28 8:30 am-5:30 PM – $42 per person Package includes: Buffet lunch and $15.00 slot play. Tours and Cruises/MulTi-day Trips Ocean City, Maryland, Getaway! Oct. 8-11 $229.00 per person double occupancy ($329.00 per person single) Spend three nights at Dunes Manor Hotel where all rooms are oceanfront with private balconies! Swim in the heated indoor pool, lounge on the beach or stroll the boardwalk only a block away! Historic Boston, Haunted Salem – Oct. 22-25– 3 nights $649.00 per person double ($849.00 per person single) Immerse yourself in 380 years of history in Boston and events leading up to the American Revolution. Learn about famous sItes, including the Freedom Trail, Old North Church, Quincy Market, and visit the USS Constitution. Salem Witchcraft Trials of 1692, but this colorful coastal city has much to offer including a rich maritime history, historic architecture and amazing stories that span almost four centuries. Biltmore Christmas Celebration – Nov. 13-16 $799.00 per person double ($979.00 per person single) Remember the childlike wonder you once felt at Christmas time? It's waiting for you at the Biltmore and Asheville, N.C.! Light Lunch & time from shopping. 20% off all in store purchases. ***Book by Oct. 1 and take $5 off !*** Key: Mountain Music Rails & Tails - Oct. 14-16 $648 per person double/$799 per person single San Antonio Christmas Riverwalk – Nov. 26 – 5 days $1573.00 per person double ($575.00 single supplement) Spend four nights on the famous San Antonio Riverwalk richly decorated for the holiday season. Airfare, Drury Inn Riverwalk, touring and 7 meals included. *Insurance extra $150. New Year’s Eve Cruise on the Enchantment of the Seas Dec. 29-Jan. 5 – 7 nights Sail to Port Canaveral, Fla., and Cococay, Bahamas, while ringing in the New Year! Call for details! provides an indication of how much walking may be involved. More Walking A Lot of Walking For more detailed itineraries, please see the Eyre Representative at the Eyre Leisure World Travel Office. Page 28 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 29 Leisure World Stroke Support Group By Frank Gonzales On Wednesday, Sept. 26, the Leisure World chapter of the Montgomery County Stroke Association will meet in Clubhouse II at 1:30 PM. In the first part of the program, attendees will tell the story of memorable vacations they have experienced—the outstandingly good and the outstandingly awful. This should make for some entertaining recitals. The second half of our program will call for separating into two groups: stroke survivors and caregivers. This will enable members of each group to describe, share and learn from problems experienced by others—often similar to their own. Light refreshments will be served and further information is available from Frank Gonzales at 301-8365046. Page 30 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 “Enchanting Pearls” to be Showcased at Oct. 10 Lapidary Club Meeting by Mary Beth Mason The Gem, Lapidary and Mineral Society of Leisure World’s Oct. 10 meeting will be held in Clubhouse II, beginning at 7 PM. The program will feature a film entitled, “The Pearl Story.” All residents are welcome to attend. A pearl is the only gemstone in the world that is perfect the moment it is found. For centuries, pearls were the most rare and precious of all jewels, prized more than sapphires, rubies, emeralds and even diamonds. Our program will explain how pearls grow and how they are harvested, and we will hear fascinating stories about those who have given their fortunes, and sometimes their lives, in pursuit of the perfect pearl. If you have pearl specimens or jewelry, you are invited to bring them to the meeting for show and tell. A club newsletter, Howl of the Rockhounds, is distributed monthly to members. Nonmembers and visitors are welcome to sign up to receive The Howl electronically for three months. For information on joining the Lapidary Club, please contact President Ray Cudmore (301-598-3130, [email protected]). For information on programming, contact Program Chair Chuck Mason (301-933-3093, [email protected]). We regretfully say goodbye to Treasurer Marc Weber, who has recently moved out of our community. When Marc came to Leisure World about 10 years ago, he was already interested in gemstones and their settings because he had been in the jewelry business ever since joining his father’s company at the age of 15. Marc discovered our society at one of Leisure World’s annual club fairs. He became a member in about 2005 and soon became our treasurer, an office he has held until the present. We appreciate Marc’s dedication to our club both as treasurer and for his assistance from time to time as shop steward. Club Trips Next deadline for trip submissions is Thursday, Sept. 20 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. Crab Feast #2 w/GIAC Annapolis Trip Thursday, Sept. 20 Wednesday, Oct. 24 This is the Going It Alone Club’s last call for this season’s two-hour “All-You-Can-Eat” Crab Feasts. It includes two hours of steamed crabs, steamed shrimp, BBQ chicken, corn, cole slaw, potato salad, crab soup and corn muffins as well as soda, coffee, tea or draft beer. After lunch, a trip to the Amish Market is being offered as a second sstop on out September Crab Feast Tour. Sign up begins Aug. 25 at SNL. Cost is $55 for members and $62 for non-members and includes transportation, crab feast and all gratuities. Bus will leave Clubhouse II at 10:45 am and return at approximately 5:30 PM. Escort is Marguerite Plummer (301-871-4663). Cancellation date: Sept. 10. Spend a wonderful day in October with the Rossmoor Woman’s Club in Annapolis. The bus will leave Clubhouse II (front entrance) at 10 a.m. and arrive in Annapolis at 11 a.m. We will take a guided half-hour tour of the very historic State House. (Elevator available.) This State House is the oldest continuously used in the U.S. We will then either ride or take a short walk, your choice, to the very old, historic Reynolds Tavern for a very delicious lunch. There is minimum walking. What a beautiful time of year to take a ride to Annapolis and see some of the sites. We will return to Leisure World, Clubhouse II at 3 p.m. Members and their guests as well as all residents are invited to join us on this trip. All this for only $65 You may make your reservations in the Eyre Travel Office in Clubhouse I. Checks or credit accepted. Fantastic Fall Fling Oct. 1 - 3 Visit Connecticut and Rhode Island with Comedy and Humor Club. Three days, two nights.. Price: $295 per person D.O. Includes roundtrip bus, hotel, two breakfasts, two dinners, all sight-seeing and paid admissions. Mystic Seaport Village and Foxwoods Casino w/ bonus in Connecticut, Newport, R.I. city tour. Drive along Mansion Row with admissions to the opulent Breakers Mansion and the beautiful Rosecliff Mansion. Also, admission to the 200-year-old Touro Synagogue. There will be a visit to the Brick Marketplace and a chance to stroll along the famous Cliff Walk and so much more. For info., call Blanche at 301-438-1817. To reserve, call Eli at 301598-0677. The Color Purple @ Toby’s Sunday, Oct. 14 Come with NA’AMAT to see the musical “The Color Purple” at Toby’s Dinner Theater. “The Color Purple” has a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African American music and blues. In 2006, the show received 11 Tony Award nominations. Cost is $72 per person and includes, bus transportation, brunch/lunch buffet and show. Bus leaves Clubhouse II at 9:30 am and returns at approximately 4:30 PM. Contact Harriet Moore for additional information (301-438-6069). NEW - Allenberry Resorts Overnight Sunday, Oct. 14 Join members of the Tennis Club on this overnight trip to Allenberry Resorts - tennis, dinner and the show Smokey Joe’s Cafe. All for $124 per person. Contact Morty Davis to register for this special event. I Love to Eat Sunday, Oct. 28 Hadassah is sponsoring a matinee performance at the Round House Theatre in Bethesda of “I Love to Eat” on Sunday, Oct. 28 at 3 PM. Television’s first chef, James Beard, brought fine cooking to the small screen in 1946. The author of 20-plus cookbooks, his message of good food, honestly prepared with fresh ingredients, helped establish an American Cuisine. This delightful, affectionate portrait of America’s first foodie gives an intimate look at someone who exuberantly embraced every aspect of life – but may have wanted too much. He was a man who loved both food and life. The price of regular seating is $60 per ticket. Those wishing to be a Supporter may pay $72 per ticket and those who wish to be a Patron may pay $90 per ticket. Tickets are available online at theaterevents.dchadassah.org or you can contact the Chapter Office at 301-881-8203. Checks can be sent to Hadassah, 6101 Executive Blvd, Suite 130, Rockville, MD 20852. Specify the Mt. Scopus group. If you need a ride to the theatre or can provide one, please call Janet Lazar at 301-598-4066. She is in charge of car pool arrangements. Deadline:date is Oct.19. NEW - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino bet on the races. When you want to just relax there is the “Fire & Ice” intimate lounge. the cost of this minivacation is $90 per person, double occupancy. Price includes your room, a breakfast buffet, $30 play money and transportation. Space is limited, so do not delay in making your reservation. If you need more information, call Trudy Stone at 301-438-0016. Send a check for $90 payable to Na’Amat. Send to Trudy Stone, 15101 Interlachen Drive #801, Silver Spring, MD 20906. NA’AMAT New Year’s Eve Dec. 29, 2012 - Jan. 5, 2013 There is no better way to ring in New Year’s Eve than on a cruise ship. So join in the fun for seven nights with NA’AMAT as we sail away on a no fly cruise from Baltimore aboard the “Enchantment of the Seas.” Good food, nightly entertainment and good times await you, and the ship will be decorated for the holidays. Ports of call include Port Canaveral, Florida; the island of Nassau; and Cococay, Bahamas. Prices: Inside Cabin, $1251 pp dbl occupancy; Oceanview Cabin, $1471.00 pp dbl occupancy; Balcony, $2121.73 pp dbl occupancy. Price includes cruise fare, government fees, taxes, insurance, transfers to/ from LW and gratuities. For reservations and availability, contact Jill at Eyre Travel, 301-598-1599 or 301-8546600 ext 3225. For additional information, contact Trudy Stone, 301-438-0016. When making your reservation, please be sure to mention NA’AMAT. Passport required. NEW - JWV’s Southern Caribbean Cruise Sailing Jan. 14, 2013 Join the Jewish War Veterans on this fabulous 12-night Southern Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Sea. Almost filled! Sail from Baltimore to Tortola, BVI, Antiqua, St. Martin, St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, Haiti and back to Baltimore. Good food, nightly entertainment, fun-packed trip. Get away from the cold at the bargain price of $1043.95 Inside Cabin (Deck 2, 3, 4); Ocean View (Category H - Deck 3) $1,368.95. Prices based on double occupancy, including tax. Prices subject to change. Don’t miss this one! For reservations, call Evelyn Sturza (301-598-1698) or Jay Baer (301-598-3346). Overnight - Monday, Dec. 3 to Tuesday, Dec. 4 NA’AMAT is revisiting the beautiful Dover Downs Hotel & Casino in Dover, Delaware. The last time we were there, we had such a terrific time, we knew we would have to go back. The rooms are luxurious, the casino is fabulous and there are many restaurants to choose from, serving delicious food. In addition to all this there is the excitement of live harness racing where you watch and 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. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 31 Anecdotal Tales by Mary Marceau and Herb Fine esidents are invited to share short stories or narratives in “Anecdotal Tales,” a column started by Herb Fine (240 699-7908) under the leadership of the Leisure World News Advisory Committee. If you have a short story or other interesting or entertaining tale, contact Herb who has volunteered to coordinate this column—LW News Advisory Committee Editorial Subcommittee. *** Mary Marceau: During hot summer days, R I am reminded to sit quietly and recall times when certain memories bring laughter. Long ago, I was not impressed with folks who rode in pickup trucks. My family has a habit of driving four-door black cars. My impressions changed over time, as I married and raised five sons. Several times I was introduced to their trucks. I seldom climbed in for a ride. One son bought a dark green truck several years ago. When his son was old enough to drive and later went to college, it was his favorite ride. Earlier this summer, his daughter, home from college, came in the same green truck to take me to lunch. Horrors! I remembered the time when I could not climb in that truck. She said, “Wait, Grandma, let me help you.” I smiled at her, took a deep breath and pulled myself up and in. She flashed a big smile in return. It was a real hot day and she explained that the a.c. did not work. We had a nice lunch at Panera’s, inside where it was cool! A few years before, her dad had told her about my “disability” (hip replacement) and we laughed. Her dad expressed surprise later, when she told him. The guys are big time crab pickers and the brothers try to out-do each other. They cannot beat me, though. For my birthday, the weather cooled temporarily and my son drove to get me in his station wagon! We had a family gathering of the Frederick County clan and celebrated with a crab feast, complete with sides of cold slaw, potato salad and some barbeque chicken, strawberry shortcake and a new coffee mug, featuring a Maryland Blue Crab assorted coffees and teas! When we got in the “wagon” to come home, I noticed the brown truck was gone. We talked about the old pick-up truck previously driven by a relative! It was new, in 1989. The Chevy truck had been on the road for 289,000 miles was in need of tires, brakes and a host of other parts and had no a.c. My sons’ oldest bought a new truck this summer and the old one was advertised on eBay. Every family needs a truck and they accepted an offer for $500. Sold! *** Herb Fine: I practiced law in the City of New York and its environs from 1943 to 1993, a plaintiff’s civil practice. About 1960 I was sent to Judge Flynn, a gigantic man, who presided in the Supreme Court, New York County. It was a Friday afternoon and the court had each of us in front separately to discuss settlement. The suit was instituted by the claimant, my client, inasmuch as about $12,000 worth of equipment was stolen from his vehicle’s trunk. The insurance company’s lawyer went first. Then it was my turn. I had known Judge Flynn for many years and had tried several cases before him. He said, “Herb, it is an out of state carrier and they are paying an attorney each day. I want you here every morning and afternoon next week. When the cost to their attorney reaches a large sum they will settle.” I said, “Your Honor I will be here every morning and afternoon save for this coming Friday afternoon as I am leaving with my wife and another couple for a weekend’s vacation.” “Fine,” he said, “I want you here, every morning and every afternoon. “ Needless to say, on Friday afternoon I met with my wife and friends in the Bronx at 12:30 PM and left on vacation. Upon return, I presumed that the court would start proceedings at 10 am I arrived at that hour the court had started the trial at 9:30 am. As I entered the courtroom, Judge Flynn immediately stopped the proceedings and turned to me, with his huge head nestling on his hands and exploded: “Where were you on Friday afternoon?” I replied, meekly: “ Judge, it was a question of whom I was more afraid, you or my wife.” He laughed until he finally said: “ Sit down.” Which I promptly did. Page 32 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 PROVIDING EXCELLENCE IN PHYSICAL REHABILITATION Diabetes Corner Submitted by Anita Ehrstein RPh, CDE. Cordinator Leisure World Diabetes Education Program Welcome to The Diabetes Corner. In these articles we will discuss topics of interest to the diabetic community of Leisure World. Look for this column in each issue of the Leisure World News. The Leisure World Medical Center is offering American Diabetes Association approved diabetes counseling, diabetes and pre diabetes education classes, nutrition counseling and the diabetes education PLUS program at the Leisure World Medical Center. The next session of classes begins soon. You must pre register to attend. Diabetes Education Plus is a two month program focusing on diabetes education, nutrition education, weight management, if needed, and includes seated exercise classes. Tuition may be reimbursed by insurance for diabetics For more information about these programs and to register for classes, please call 301-460-5922. Blood Glucose Monitoring is an effective tool in the management of diabetes. Using the results of blood glucose testing will help you make informed decisions about your food choices, exercise and medication. Testing blood sugars in the morning before a meal will provide information about the effectiveness of your medication regimen. Testing blood sugars two hours after a meal will provide information about the effectiveness of medication and the impact of your food choices. Testing at bedtime will help prevent episodes of low blood glucose during the night or artificially high morning readings. Ask your diabetes educator or health care provider what your goals should be and how your medication should affect your blood sugar throughout the day. Everyone should know how their diabetes medication works to lower their blood sugar. Be sure to bring your logbook and your blood glucose monitor to each doctor appointment. Check your monitor for accuracy with fresh test solution each time you get a new supply of strips. This information will help you make good choices in you diabetes management. The next meeting of the Diabetes Support Group is Thursday, Sept. 20, 1:30 – 2:30 PM Clubhouse I. Join Anita Ehrstein RPh, CDE, coordinator of the Leisure World Diabetes Education Program to discuss the how, when, why and what then of blood glucose monitoring for better diabetes control. Bring your monitor and fresh test solution to learn how to test your monitor. If you would like a new monitor please call Anita (301-460-5922) before the meeting. All Leisure World diabetics, their spouses, caregivers and friends are welcome. Orthopedic & Neuro Rehab Fall Prevention Vestibular Rehab Incontinence Program Home Physical Therapy Chair Yoga and Aqua Therapy Now Offering Occupational & Speech Therapy (Care of Five Star Rehab) Atlantic Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center 301-598-7420 International Drive Leisure World Plaza 301-598-4107 LWMC 3305 N. Leisure World Blvd., Suite 200 Silver Spring, MD 20906 • www.atlanticpt.net Leisure World Pharmacy 301-598-1005 LOCATED INSIDE THE LEISURE WORLD MEDICAL CENTER 3305 NORTH LEISURE WORLD BLVD. YOUR COMMUNITY OWNED PHARMACY WE ACCEPT MOST MAJOR INSURANCE AND DISCOUNT CARDS BRING YOUR CARD • BLUECROSS/BLUESHIELD • TRICARE • MEDCO/PAID • AARP • EXPRESS SCRIPTS • ADVANCE PCS • KAISER • CAREMARK • MAMSI • AETNA MONTGOMERY COUNTY DISCOUNT CARDS MOST MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARDS DIABETIC SUPPLIES THRU MEDICARE LEISURE WORLD MEDICAL CENTER 3305 N. Leisure World Blvd. We accept Medicare Assignment Patients Seen By Appointment. 27 Professionals Available Exclusively for Leisure World Residents We Welcome New Residents Call or Come In for Further Information APPOINTMENTS - 301-598-1510 • NURSE - 301-598-1590 • EMERGENCY - 301-598-1055 INTERNAL MEDICINE Benjamin Avrunin, M.D. Charlene Ozanne-Blankfard, M.D. James A. Rossi, M.D. Burt Feldman, M.D. Samuel Maller, M.D. Eric Tannenbaum, M.D., F.A.C.C., Cardiology John Yackee, M.D., F.A.C.C., Cardiology Warren Ferris, M.D., F.A.C.R., Rheumatology Joseph Kaplan, M.D., Oncology, Hematology Catherine M. Chura, M.D., Gastroenterology Sharon Yang, M.D. Paul Bannen, M.D., Oncology, Hematology DERMATOLOGY Katalin Korossy, M.D. PSYCHIATRY Elsie Turner, M.D. Patricia Grodin, RN, MS CS OPHTHALMOLOGY Murray Hammerman, M.D. Gordon Lui, M.D. Howard Kane, M.D. Setareh Vistamehr, M.D. GYNECOLOGY Atiya Gopalani, M.D. DENTISTRY • 301-598-1015 Bennett Taff, D.M.D. Roberta Dosh, D.D.S. Mao Lin, D.D.S., Endodontist BOOKKEEPING • 301-598-1008 PODIATRY Christopher Farnworth, D.P.M. Michael Frank, D.P.M Marc Goldberg, D.P.M. PHARMACY .........................301-598-1005 Gail Rosenberg, P.D. Ann Dukes, P.D. SOCIAL SERVICES Myrna Cooperstein, M.S.W. ...........301-598-1581 Meg Vaughan, M.S.W. ...................301-598-1559 Wilma Braun, M.S.W. ....................301-598-1007 . Emergency Nurse ..........................301-598-1055 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., weekdays; Answering service will refer to a physician. Medical Director Burt Feldman, M.D. • Administrator Virginia Bronaugh, P.D. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 33 Center of Lifelong Learning Schedules Digital Photography with Point and Shoot By Fred Shapiro, Instructor Have you recently purchased a digital camera or have family make you a present of one? You looked at the few pages of instructions that tell you about the camera, but there is much you would like to know that is not there. Looks threatening. It need not be if you sign up for the classes scheduled by the Center for Lifelong Learning in October and November. In fact, the class will open the door on a whole new way to look at your surroundings and capture those moments, which are precious to you. If you think back to the days you put a roll of film into a camera and took pictures of family, vacations or enjoyable moments in your life, you realize how limited we were by the number of photos available in a single roll of film. How often did one roll of 24 photos contain pictures taken in December, May and July? And the cost to process and print the pic- tures was relatively high. Today’s digital camera opens a broad horizon for you to capture and cherish the happy moments of life with none of the limitations of the roll of film. A memory chip inserted in the digital camera can provide hundreds and thousands of opportunities to record the images you see. Once collected, you can select those few which epitomize the experience that you enjoyed. The CLL classes are a means of understanding the various functions built into the camera and how these functions enable you to take photos comparable to any of the best you have seen posted in the galleries of Leisure World. When the Camera Club was asked if we had someone who would like to teach courses in digital photography, I did not have to think twice about volunteering. Although I have been an amateur photographer since my teen years, I had not taken my interest beyond that of family, friends and travel. In the old days when we lived in an apartment in Brooklyn, I would turn our kitchen and bathroom into a darkroom to develop and enlarge black and white photos. But serious enough to join a camera club; no. Coming to Leisure World was when I began to take my picture taking seriously, joining the Rossmoor Camera Club, competing on a regular basis and hanging pictures in Clubhouses I and II and the Interfaith Chapel. The advent of digital photography made it considerably easier to take and produce color in my photographs and to use the computer to improve the images. With experience and considerable picture taking, I learned enough to conduct workshops in Vantage Point East to teach others about the new technology. There is much that one can do with an inexpensive digital point and shoot camera. You do not have to be a genius in the technology of photography. In the old days, one had to know all about setting the camera’s speed, apertures, focus, etc. to make a good picture. Today the digital camera embodies modes that do the thinking for you. All you need to do once you know how the modes perform, is to compose the picture and wait for the right moment to trigger the shutter. That is what we will be doing in class; learning how to best understand and use the technology that is encompassed in the relatively inexpensive camera our children have gifted to us. Sign up for the class and then surprise yourself with the quality of the pictures you will take. Leisure World Antique Club By TG LW Antique Club meetings begin again Friday, Sept. 14 at l:30 PM. Since the Leisure World News issue date is not until Sept. 18, we will discuss the subject, “Our Guest Speaker’s Experiences in the Antique Roadshow,” in the next paper. On Friday, Oct. 12 at l:30 PM, the topic will be “Sterling Silver & Costume Jewelry.” All members are invited to bring in not more than three pieces of jewelry to be critiqued by our knowledgeable speaker. Our annual luncheon is Friday, Nov. 9. There will be professional entertainment and prizes at this event. Please call 301438-8682 for information about LW Antique Club. Page 34 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World 10 Pin Bowling League By Rita Mastrorocco The league wishes to thank all the bowlers who made the Summer Bowling League a great success. The final league standings of the Summer League as of Aug. 31 are as follows: the Half and Half in first place; the Huggers in second place; and the Winners in third place; the Guttersnipes in fourth place; the Wild Things in fifth place; The Jokers in sixth place; the Romeos in seventh place; the Just One More in eighth Place; the Optimist in ninth place; the Pin Busters in tenth place; and the Chargers in last place. The week of Aug. 31 top scores are as follows: Scratch Game – the Half and Half with 694 pins; Scratch Series – the Huggers with 1.918 pins; Handicap Game – the Huggers with 907 pins; Handicap Series – the Huggers with 2,581 pins; High Average Men - Denny Woolaver with 187 pins; Scratch Game Men – Bill Thomas with 201 pins; Scratch Series Men – Bill Thomas with 542 pins; Handicap Game Men – Massimo Fuggitti with 248 pins; Handicap Series Men – Bill Thomas with 668 pins; High Average Women - Chris Porter with 162 pins; Scratch Game Women – Kazue Waller, Myra Galinn and Chris Porter tied with 188 pins; Scratch Series Women – Chris Porter with 505 pins; Handicap Game Women – Kazue Waller with 253 pins; Handicap Series Women – Dorothy Adelman with 676 pins. The league is based on handicaps with averages for the bowlers ranging from 106 to 173. If you have not bowled in years, come out and join the fun. T h e Wi n t e r League has started and the league standings as of Sept. 7 are as follows: the Winners in first place; the Just One More, the Half and Half, and the Wild Things tied in second place; and the Optimist and the Pin Busters tied in third place. The week of Sept. 7 top scores are as follows: Scratch Game – the Half and Half with 654 pins; Scratch Series – the Half and Half with 1846 pins; Handicap Game – the Guttersnipes with 888 pins; Handicap Series – the Guttersnipes with 2505 pins; High Average Men - George Izumi with 173 pins; Scratch Game Men – Bill Thomas with 199 pins; Scratch Series Men – George Izumi with 520 pins; High Average Women - Chris Porter with 153 pins; Scratch Game Women – Barb Wyatt with 180 pins; Scratch Series Women – Chris Porter with 460 pins. If you are going Leisure World Computer Center By Roy Rosfeld The Introduction to Computers and Windows 7 classes began on Tuesday, Sept. 4 and will continue through Sept. 25. This course will help newcomers get up and running in the computer world. This course includes a general introduction to computers and practice using a keyboard and mouse. The operating system that is taught is Microsoft Windows 7. Here is a change in the center’s schedule. The usual times and dates have not been changed – take a look at the calendar on the door or on the bulletin board in the back of the room. We have had several requests from folks who cannot make our usual schedule. So, we have now added an additional time to our schedule. We will now be open on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 7 to 9 PM. These will be open sessions where you are free to drop in and use the systems in the center. I hope this will accommodate those folks who cannot make the regular sessions during the morning and mm afternoon sessions. We hope to be able to start holding some “dropin” sessions in the near future. Take a look at the bulletin board in the back of the room for descriptions of the various dropin sessions we will be running. We can still use folks to act as monitors. Their job is to open the center and help users to get on a system. Occasionally a monitor is sufficiently experienced and is able to assist a visitor in running computer programs. If you have any suggestions for what kinds of services we might be able to engage in, please let one of our staff know. to miss a week, you can pre-bowl the games. The bowler must make an appointment to pre-bowl 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 $9. 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. Mark C. Wimsatt Painting Interior/Exterior Leisure World References Affordable Quality • Excellent References • Free Estimates WINTER DISCOUNTS! 301-871-1223 Serving Leisure World for over 30 years. MHIC 10165 Bonded/Insured Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 35 [email protected] by Joyce Temple You may have seen the previous articles about the “[email protected] and may be wondering what a “yahoogroup” really is? First thing to know is that “yahoogroups” are a collection of people that use a computer, access the Internet, and have a common interest. You can find a “group” of interest by using a computer and going to http://www. yahoogroups.com on the internet. The yahoogroup website list these interests: Animals, Computers & Internet, Entertainment & Arts, Games, Health & wellness, Music, Regional, Romance & Relationships, Science, Business & Finance, Cultures & Community, Family & Home, Government & Politics, Hobbies & Crafts, Recreation & Sports, Religion & Beliefs, Schools & Education. The common interest is the “Leisure World of Maryland” community. The communication can be in the form of emails, files, links database, photos and a calendar. Our group focuses mostly on emails; this is commonly called a “message board.” It is like a virtual “town meeting” and provides a tool to communicate with people of common interests. Within each yahoogroup there are different levels of membership; owner, moderator, and member. The owner follows the rules of Yahoo and also establishes the rules of the specific group. The owner has the permission and authority to add or remove members, modify memberships and email options, add or modify moderators, set the preferences, and in general, manage the group. The responsibility of the moderator is to review content of emails to determine if the email is in compliance with the legal limits established by 1) yahoo and 2) the specific group. The moderator may also provide backup support to the owner. Paul Bessel created the leisureworldmd@ yahoogroup.com in August 2010 for residents after a few residents thought we needed a tool to communicate within the community. The group was running with about 30 members for the first year. Paul turned over the “ownership” of the group to me. In February 2012 we thought we could increase our membership (and voices) by establishing the group as an official Leisure World group. This required setting up a board of directors, by-laws, charter and rules. We were successful in completing the process and became a group. The group has grown to more than 190 members with new requests weekly. Once established as an official group we are allowed to publish articles in the Leisure World News on a semi-monthly basis and all of the benefits of groups, organizations and clubs within the Leisure World community. Our group has been using emails and the “hot topics” are sometimes listed in the Leisure World News articles. We give residents the opportunity to become members by providing two emails addresses for them to email their requests. Once you become a member you can email, post files, post links, post photos and every member will have access to it. We are working with the community to make a positive impact by following the process of informing the members of different items occurring throughout the day, week and month. We have been successful in small ways by extending the pool hours, getting input from advisory committees, and having dialogue with board and advisory committee members. We also encourage members to become active in the community; not simply emailing the group. The group helps us to identify with others of like minds but once that happens we hope the issues or problems will be resolved through communication outside of the group and processed with a solution through the LW governance to the mutual, an advisory committee or the LWCC board level. We currently have several members from the LWCC BOD and from 15 advisory committees and almost every Mutual. Interest is growing and we are having an impact on the community. If you are interested in joining the group send an email to joytemp45@ yahoo.com or [email protected] with your first and last name, name of mutual and your phone number. Tennis Season Coming to an End with Plans for Annual Dinner By Fred Shapiro, President As the season comes to an end and plans have been finalized for the annual dinner, the Tennis Club put aside the tournament competitions for this year due to lack of support. The annual dinner is Sunday, Oct. 14 at Bedford Court starting at 4:30 PM. The meal will start with a sumptuous salad bar, followed by a main course buffet with a choice of a chicken, salmon or lamb. Wine is included and the dessert bar will be fantastic. Cost for the dinner is $29. You can mail the checks to the LW Tennis Club, c/o Suzanne Miles, 3200 N. Leisure World Blvd., Apt. 1017, Silver Spring, MD 20906. At its meeting Sept. 6, the club members chose to cancel the tournaments for this year and discussed a different format for next year. Siggi Kaeufer has volunteered to plan the new concept for the tournaments. Christa Storm will backup Siggi in this endeavor. While we do not have a Pickleball tournament, we do have a growing number of residents taking part in the game. Thursday and Saturday mornings find at least two courts and people sitting on the sidelines waiting to play. If interested, contact John Tremaine (301-4381666). FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL LIVING IN LEISURE WORLD, IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY RESIDENT TO REQUEST THAT THEIR GUESTS DESTROY OR RETURN TO THEM, EXPIRED VISITOR’S PASSES. The club approved a tentative date for the trip to the Allenberry Resort next year. The time will be mid-august and the show will be Hairspray. Our September monthly meeting had the best turnout of members this year. This can be attributed to the guests we had for the evening. Jolene King, assistant general manager of Leisure World, provided insight into the work that is to be done on a regular basis and in the future on the courts and answered questions from the members. The threeperson team from “5 Hour Energy” explained the benefits of their sugar free energy drink, and answered concerns about using the drink and distributed samples. The next, and final meeting of the club for the year is Thursday, Oct. 4 at 7 PM in Clubhouse II. Personal T o my many friends here in LW, my sincere thanks and appreciation for the beautiful cards, phone calls, personal visits and prepared meals I received during my recent recuperation from eye surgery. Your encouraging words and overall concerns were a blessing and I couldn’t have done it without all of you. If I had to be anywhere in this situation, I am glad I am in Leisure World. Thanks to all of you. Fay A. Freedman Page 36 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 L.W. Golf By Rita Molyneaux The 9-Hole Ladies opened play for the final week of August with a Red & White Tournament. Marilyn Zeiberg easily won top honors with a score of 33, followed by Janet Danziger in second place with 36. Dee Smiley scored 37 to take third honors, and Shirley Gilmore shot 38 to win fourth place. And no ties! Sept. 4 the Niners turned out for a day of Poker, using golf holes instead of cards. Winners were arrived at by using the high scores on holes rather than low scores. Janet Danziger won the first hand when she posted 4 7’s. Lois Page and Helen Montanero took home some of the prize money when they both posted three 8’s on their cards, on a day when the weather was as hot as their “hands.” The Men the following day, Aug. 29, competed in a Best A/B + C/D format. First place winners with a score of 115 was won by Team Joe Jackson, Bob Hanley, Irv Eisen and Marvin Tabb. In a tie for second place with scores of 120 were Team Doug Brasse, Bob Brown and Jack Bieri and Team Bob Windley, Bob Hudson and Jerry Page. Of special interest in this event, both Joe Jackson and Bob Hanley shot their age of 76 and helped win the ABCD going away. Now that is a real noteworthy and admirable achievement. Congratulations from all of us, guys. Keep it up! More Congratulations! This time to Ray Fox who made a Hole in One at #16 on Friday, Aug. 31. He used a six iron to accomplish this memorable feat. On Sept. 5 Hobbits Glen came to join the Leisure World Men and Ladies for a MISGA Mixer, playing a Compass Point Format. Among the first place winners were Bob Hanley and Dick Curtin when their four-some scored 118. Second place winners included Bob Hanley and Irv Eisen with 121, while Jack Frensilli and Dick Murphy helped win third place by scoring 122. Doug Brasse, Bill Hoing and Pete Porello contributed as their group took fourth place at 123. And again, no ties. The 18 Hole Ladies closed out their August calendar with their monthly ABCD Scramble, with top honors going to Wilma Kennedy, Kazue Waller, Connie Park and Nancy Anastasi as they scored 76. The team of Kathy Frensilli, Kay Heier, Rita Molyneaux and Joan Reynolds was awarded second place, scoring 80. On Sept. 6, the 18’s teed off in a light rain to play their annual Age Group Tournament. Mid way, the format was shortened to nine holes because of continuing rain. In Group I winners were Joan Reynolds, Low Net at 26, a really nice score. Hea Soon Kim and Eun Ae Moon tied for second Low Net by scoring 33. In Group II, first Interfaith Committee for the Homeless and Working Poor by Hilde Holcomb School is back in session and the children are putting to use the required array of school supplies so generously given by the Leisure World community. Right now, the attention of the committee is on the Caps for Kids drive. It will begin on Oct. 1 and end on Oct. 31. It is our hope that every child at Georgian Forest School will have a warm cap to wear this winter. The Knitting Group of Leisure World have their needles clicking to produce “Caps for Kids.” The Knitting Group also includes people who crochet. Whether it is crochet or knit, the beauty of their arts was made manifest at the baby shower last spring! If you are interested in joining this group, it meets at the Inter-faith Chapel the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 10 am - noon. In the event you do not knit or crochet, we gratefully accept any children’s headwear that was purchased in a store. I just called Vi Rut- ledge to see where the collection points will be. She will have boxes in the Leisure World library (Clubhouse I), the Fish Office (Clubhouse II), Inter-Faith Chapel (narthex) and Our Lady of Grace Church (narthex). At the conclusion of the event, all caps collected will be taken to the Inter-Faith Clothing Center. Families who are clients of the center can go there to pick up warm caps for their children. Low Net was captured by Connie Park with 31, and Jane Hughes won second Low Net with her 33. Toby Sterling was the lone survivor in Group III and took Low Net with her nice 32. And if anyone wants to know what the age ranges were within each group, tough luck! Yet to Come – Sept. 18, 9-Hole Ladies ABCD and Meeting; Sept. 19/20 regular Low Net/ Low Gross for Men an 18-Hole Ladies, respectively; Sept. 25 9-Hole Ladies Tee to Green; Sept. 26 Men’s Age Group; Sept. 27 18Hole Ladies ABCD and Meeting; Sept. 28 TwiLite. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 37 Comedy and Humor Club by Al Karr (301-598-5077), [email protected] Creativity is intelligence having fun. --Albert Einstein We have lots of fun at the weekly Comedy and Humor Club meeting for an hour-and-a-half every Tuesday at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse II. And we invite you, one and all, to come join in the fun; you will have a good time. So it was in the recent meetings of Aug. 14, 21 and Sept. 4. (Your scribe was hospitalized on Aug. 28.) No membership report on Sept. 4 from Treasurer Sumner Levin because he was having his own health problems (but he reported 48 paid-up members on Aug. 21). We opened the Sept. 4 meeting with a song used by the four-man CAHC traveling troupe of comics in its presentations to other groups—Daisy, Daisy led by Roy Rosfeld. Then, we had a special event, with any willing members telling true, usu- ally humorous, personal stories from their own past, and winding their way to the microphone to do that were Vice President Mim Parizer, Ellie Weingarten, President Sam Hack, Marvin Jaffe, program Chairwoman Irene Spector, Lenore Jaffe, me, Marty Brownstein, Roy, Gloria Horwitz, and Amy Baltz. Mim told of going to a Hallowe’en party, where an older guy named Harry hit on her, took her home and kissed her, apparently had thought at first that she was her older sister, kept phoning her, invited her to the prom (she said “no”) but they went out lots). BTW, they wound up spending 65 years together. Probably should have married (just kidding). Sam told of his early Navy days, when he missed showing up for a draft and was headed for the brig, but the Navy set him up anyway, seemingly being the easiest way out. Irene told of working for the postal telegraph and Australian war supplies procurement program in Washington D.C., and those early days with husband-to-be Sid and recited The Ballad of Barbara Fritchie (Frederick’s own in Revolutionary War Days (“touch not one gray hair…”) Lenore talked about newlywed days, working to provide liquid fuel for the U.S. rocket program. I confessed to some stupid camping antics, involving burned-out boot toes, lost wanderings, and close encounter with Mama Black Bear and two cubs on Mount Hood, Oregon. Amy told of her father drinking gobs of coffee before an army physical to lower his blood pressure (it did not work). Marty recalled playing softball in school in New York, when he and friends cleared a field covered with weeds, cans, bottles and garbage, “owned” the field and played a game when Jerrry Kronitz stopped the game to sit down on second base to eat a big lunch brought to him by his Mama. And when Marty chewed on some Feen-a-Mint instead of Chiclets by mistake and, uh, kind of soiled his cop’s uniform in a school safety skit, at age six. Gloria told of the time, when she was a fairly dark-skinned eightyear-old, that a policeman picked her up and said that as an apparent black girl she was in the wrong neighborhood, but found out he was wrong when he took her to her nearby home. Roy remembered starting out as a deputy IRS director with no money, car, gas or driver’s license, needing all of those, but managed to get them all. Purveying usual comedy at the Aug. 14 and 21 meetings were Marty, Robert Kent, Homer Wehr, Jack Melnick, Gloria, Tom Willley, Mim, me, Annette Fasco, Rose Marcus, Marvin, Lenore, Gloria, Libby Rubin, Irene, Sumner, Sam and Dolly Benoff. NA’AMAT USA RBZ Club by Carole Mund It was wonderful to see so many at our opening meeting. Leslie Milk was a delightful speaker who shared wonderful vignettes that so many could relate to. Thanks to the wonderful hospitality committee for planning a delicious spread. N A’ A M AT i s a charitable organization dedicated to help NA’AMAT Israel provide educational day care, vocational training, and legal aid for women, services and assistance for new immigrants and centers for the prevention and treatment of domestic violence. By joining NA’AMAT RBZ, you are supporting these programs and projects. By this time you should have received your membership renewal information. If you have any further questions, con- tact our new membership chairpersons, Helen Fried (301 438-3325) or Selma Perry (301 598-4347). Bernice Kisliuk, volunteer coordinator, thanks Charlotte Eskin, Audrey Frank, Selma Perry and Harriet Singer for their assistance in the latest mailings to our membership. Entertainment Books are once again available. You can purchase the books for $30. You can not only purchase books for the Maryland/ DC area, but also for other localities. To place your order, call Harriet Moore (301 438-6069). Save the Date: The annual fashion show will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 11:30 in Clubhouse I’s Crystal Ballroom. As always a delicious brunch will be BP SERVICE Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Commercial and Residential Pet Stain Removal, Gum Removal & Deodorize We Move and Replace Most Furniture Houses/Apts/Offices/Churches/Daycares Benjamin Pena Office: 301-942-8789 • Cell: 240-505-5213 served. Clothes will be modeled from Dress Barn. The cost is $22 per person ($5 donor credit). Checks should be made payable to NA’AMAT RBZ and sent to: Natalie Cohen, 15107 Interlachen Drive #108, Silver Spring, MD 20906. For inquiries call Natalie (301 438-2663). This is usually a sellout, so get your reservations in early. Upcoming trips include: Tuesday, Nov. 13, “My Fair Lady” at the Arena Stage and a trip to Dover Downs, Dover, Delaware, on Monday, Dec. 3 to Tuesday, Dec. 4. Watch your mail for detailed information about these wonderful events. By now you have received a flyer about our Oct. 14 trip to enjoy a brunch and see the musical show, The Color Purple, at Toby’s Dinner Theater. In addition, NA’AMAT is sponsoring a no-fly cruise to the Bahamas over New Years. Check Club Trips in this issue for more information. At sundown on Sept. 16 the Jewish New Year began. May the year be filled with health, happiness, and peace. L’Shanah Tovah. The following are names and numbers you may need: President: Ruth Reid (301-598-4051); Vice Please turn to page 38 Page 38 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Democratic Club of Leisure World By Barbara Levin The Democratic National Convention is over; President Barack Obama has accepted our party’s nomination to run for a second term as our candidate for president of the United States. The convention was exciting. We were thrilled by the speeches and energized by the enthusiasm of the crowd. The messages were clear “Don’t stop now. We’ve got work to do.” And the Democratic Club of Leisure World is ready to step up and show the president that we are ready to stand with him and go “forward.” On Thursday, Oct. 11 at 6 PM in Clubhouse I, we will kick-off an Old Fashion Political Rally and Ice Cream Social. Cosponsored by Woman’s Democratic Club of Montgomery County, MD (formerly Woman’s Suburban Democratic Club); County Executive Ike Leggett; senators Roger Manno and Brian Frosh; delegates Ben Kramer, Bonnie Cullison, Sam Arora, County Council members Phil Andrews, Valerie Ervin, George Leventhal and Hans Riemer. Joanne Benson, a smart, gutsy, and vivacious politician in the Democratic Party will be master of ceremonies. She was elected to the Maryland Senate in 2010 after serving five terms in the House of Delegates. She is a member of the Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee. She received a bachelor’s degree from Bowie State University in elementary education and went on to get her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from Catholic University. She is a former school principal and a school administrator in Prince George’s County. Her appearance at the April 13 kickoff of the Obama Postcard Project helped inspire volunteer leaders to step up to that challenge. She knows about going forward and all the work that has to be done to reelect the president, hold the Senate, and recover the House. We will have appearances by some of the most popular elected officials. Senator Benson will have you on your feet as she introduces Congressman Chris Van Hollen, FISH is in Clubhouse II By Beth Leanza residents and employees of Leisure World for one to three months. (People who need assistive equipment on a permanent basis can get their physician to write a prescription and Medicare will pay 80 percent of most assistive equipment.) The desk is in Clubhouse II and is open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 4 PM, except for major holidays. We can be reached by phone: 301598-1320, (ask the E&R staffer for the FISH desk.) I used the above headline, because many residents still remember and think of FISH as being in Clubhouse I. I am told Continued from page 37 President: Trudy Stone (301-438-0016); Fund Raising that FISH moved about six Vice-Presidents: Natalie Cohen (301-438-2663), Mary- or seven years ago! FISH lin Jordan (301-598-0174); Programs Vice-Presidents: also houses the Lost and Adele Traurig (301-598-3977 ), Gladys Blank (301- Found for Leisure World. 438-9666); Education Vice-President: Lucky Malamut If you call the FISH desk (301-598-2883); Corresponding Secretary: Selma Perry and the item is not there, (301-598-4347); Treasurer/Financial Secretary: Helen especially if you call soon Fried (301-438-3325); Membership/Dues Officer: Helen after losing it, do call back. Fried (301-438-3325), Selma Perry (301-598-4347); Sometimes it takes a few Tribute Cards: Harriet Chaikin (240-560-7487); Donor days for an item to be sent Credit: Theda Rosenblum (301-598-9105); Volunteer to FISH. FISH is also the Coordinator: Bernice Kisliuk (301-438-8455); Book drop off place for donations to Kiwanis, (can tabs Club: Calre Golub (301-598-5892). and greeting cards) and for the Lions Club (discarded eyeglasses.) If your organization is collecting for a by Eileen Lavin charity FISH is happy to let you place your collection St. Jude’s Ranch collections will continue container in the office. Just is very, very excited that throughout the year! be sure to check back to the Leisure World Kiwanis pick up donations. Club is collecting used greeting cards for them! However, they ask that the entire card be collected. We previously asked for just the front of the card. From now on, they would like the whole card. So continue to bring any and all types of used SHEERS ONLY greeting cards to the Fish Office in Clubhouse II. We have already received a generous supply and we just started! Remember Call Barbara, 301-384-6582! FISH is a volunteer club in Leisure World. We lend assistive equipment (think: wheel chairs, walkers, commodes, tub stools, as well as canes, crutches and elevated toilet seats) to NA’AMAT Used Greeting Cards Donations k TAKE DOWN CLEAN Rehang The Obama Post Card Marathon & Convention Watch during the Labor Day week kept hundreds of LW residents, friends and relatives busy writing personal messages to voters in battleground states. County Executive Leggett, Senator Manno and a host of other guest. Also appearing will be the now infamous GoBlue Singers. The rally will be followed by an ice cream social where you will have the opportunity to talk to our guests. Everyone is invited to stay and watch the vice presidential debate. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 39 Leisure World Chorale By Elaine Nicholson After a brief siesta following the Leisure World Chorale’s annual appearance in our community’s Independence Day festivities, the songsters returned to their Monday afternoon rehearsals on Aug. 13 for “some singing for fun and learnin’” sessions in Clubhouse I. Announced also during this interlude was the group’s intention to increase the number of participants in the 40-plus chorus. “We welcome interested residents to join us on any Monday afternoon rehearsal in Clubhouse I at 2,” said the ensemble’s gifted and multi-talented Interim Music Director Elaine O’Leary. Serving as conductor and accompanist, she described the chorale’s mission as “Good Will Through Music!” Over the years the Leisure World Chorale (formerly the Choralettes and Choraliers) has entertained clubs in Leisure World and nearby Montgomery County communities. The chorale now performs for residents of nursing, group and assisted living homes as well as senior citizen and other recreation centers. Programs are generally enhanced by including novelty numbers, soloists and dance. Elaine O’Leary. When virtuoso pianist O’Leary, a resident, volunteered in 2009 to serve as accompanist, our then long-time conductor Betty “Printzy” Printz Sims was wearing two hats—that of conductor and accompanist. Upon the death of Pat Dreyling, accompanist, the amazing Printzy, long-time active member of the early Choralettes, which later, along with the Choraliers, became the Leisure World Chorale, assumed the role of conductor. With O’Leary, an excellent sight-reader, at the piano and Printzy conducting, the synergy between the two raised the natural ability of our songsters to a higher level of performing. Similarly, when Printzy retired in mid-2011, O’Leary was wearing two hats with complete aplomb and adding segments on musical dynamics along with the meaning of symbols. So, dear reader, if you have experience in conducting and are interested learning more about the Chorale, please phone O’Leary (301-438-2195). For information regarding membership, please call Elaine Schenberg (301-598-0079). 2012-13 Board Members. The first board meeting of the new season was held on June 10. New officers and committee chairs are Elaine O’Leary – interim conductor and accompanist; Phoebe Clarke – president; Kathleen Kerwin – vice president; Josephine Bianchi – treasurer; Joan Bowar – secretary; Jean Hessman – bulletin board/sunshine; Elaine Schenberg – membership; Anne Hahn – librarian; Nancy Landers – rehearsal scheduling/transportation; Ingrid Masi – historian; Dee Smiley – outreach scheduling and Eleanor Zuraski – telephone. Library News By Janet Lazar AUTO BODY Rockville Central Just off East Gude Drive 301-424-3500 FREE ESTIMATES IF YOU CAN'T COME TO US WE WILL COME TO YOU SPECIAL OFFER ✒ Paintless Dent Removal from $75 ✒ Free Pick up & Drop Off ✒ Free Towing to Shop ✒ Free Touch Up Paint ✒ Lifetime Warranty on All Repairs ✒ Special Discounts for LW Residents We Happily Handle All Insurance Claims for You Ask for Richard or Tony Deena Leep, our library columnist, is currently in the hospital and will soon be transported to rehab. Her column will be covered on rotation by the library volunteer staff. We have received all your ideas submitted in the suggestion box. Please continue to submit them. That being said, we are not able to open on Saturdays because the computers are down from Friday to Monday and the E&R office is closed and so are we. Technical reasons prevent us from being open the extra day. We are sorry for this inconvenience. Regarding the request for three week take out of books, this is not feasible as we are a small library. However, we do have a renewal system for books 400 pages (or greater) long. The new bulletin board will be announcing recommended bestseller reading. The volunteer sign-up sheet will also be posted there. We also want to make you aware that we do accept books in good condition no longer than three years in print. Of course, your monetary donations allow us to buy more books and keep up the library. Library hours are Mondays 1 to 4 PM and Tuesdays through Fridays 10 am through 4 PM. Remember this is your library. Come and visit us in Clubhouse I. Shredding Availability Consumer fraud and identity theft are becoming an epidemic in our society. Therefore, management has contracted with the Shred-It Company to provide residents with a safe and secure manner by which they may have their personal documents destroyed. This service is available on site, free of charge, on a regular basis. Secure, locked consoles are located in the lobbies of the Administration Building, both clubhouses and PPD. The consoles, which are three feet high and 20 inches wide, have a 1-1/2 inch slot that is capable of accepting up to 400 pieces of paper at a time. Once papers are deposited in the console, they fall into a blue bag, which cannot be removed except by unlocking the console. No one will see or touch your documents after they have been placed in the locked shredding container. Every week, a Shred-It representative picks up the blue bags from inside the consoles, seals them and transports them to a mobile shred- Kensington Antique Village We buy Individual Items & Entire Estates for Immediate Cash Furniture Glass China Jewelry Silver Coins Military & Much More! Call Georgina Liu 240-645-9029 3776 Howard Ave., Kensington, MD ding truck in the Leisure World parking lot. The bags are emptied behind a locked security screen into a shredding hopper, which shreds everything into fine confetti. Please note that staples, paper clips, and binder clips do not need to be removed. However, please do not bring items that go in your regular recycling, such as newspapers and magazines. Checks Only Please! When registering at the E&R Office in Clubhouse I for events or activities sponsored by organizations and clubs, you must pay with check only, payable to the sponsoring organization or club. For each event or activity, you must have a separate check. Page 40 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Fun and Fancy Notes By Phyllis Lovett, www.funandfancytheatregroup.org Monthly Shows: Our September show, entitled “Laugh, Sing and Dance,” was a musical hit. Newcomers to the stage conquered their fears, learned something new about performing and stated that they had “so much fun.” Gerry Kaufman, the director, wishes to express her regret for not naming the choreographers for two numbers: Clydis Kellough for “Glow Worm” and Elaine Apter for “Ease on Down the Road.” October: Jean McGoldrick will direct a Halloween spoof. Her shows are always filled with good humor. Jean is looking for a few performers who can sing a song suitable for the occasion, such as “Witchcraft” or “That Old Black Magic.” You get the point! If you would enjoy performing in a comedic style, give Jean a call (301438-2635). I promise a lot of laughs for those who attend. The Fall Musical: Rehearsals are underway for our November musical review, called “Songs in His Heart,” celebrating the music of Richard Preparing For Emergency Power Outages At any given time, power outages may occur within the community. They may be localized or widespread. Depending on the severity of the situation, outages may last for a short time or for an extended period of time that could last for several days. PEPCO is immediately notified when outages occur. However, PEPCO may not always be able to provide a time frame for when power will be restored and this may cause an undue hardship on the residents of Leisure World. With this in mind, it is recommended all residents be adequately prepared for emergency situations. When electrical power is lost, the following appliances/equipment will not function: 1) Lights/ electrical outlets, 2) Air conditioners/furnaces, 3) Refrigerators/freezers, 4) Portable telephones, 5) Televisions/“Cable TV,” 6) Automatic garage doors 7) Stoves/Ovens/ Microwaves (Note: This list is not all-inclusive). Remember, to prevent food spoilage, your refrigerator and freezer doors should be kept closed as much as possible. Also, it is strongly suggested that at least one telephone in your home be permanently wired, and/or that a fully charged cell phone is available at all times. Emergency Kit: An Emergency Kit should be kept in readiness at all times. Suggested items to include in this kit are: 1) Flashlight(s) – fully charged with fresh/extra sets of batteries, 2) First Aid Kit, 3) Extra food – nonperishable, 4) Small amount of extra cash, 5) Non-electric can opener, 6) Battery operated radio, 7) List of emergency contact personnel and phone numbers, 8) Additional medication on hand (Check medicines regularly to ensure that they are updated and have not expired). Personal Emergency Plan: It is strongly recommended that each resident have a Personal Emergency Plan developed in the event a major power outage occurs in Leisure World. The following guidelines will quickly assist residents in determining the best course of action to alleviate a potentially dangerous situation. Create A Support System: Have a place to go where you can stay warm or cool. 1) Make arrangements to stay with a friend in the community until the situation is corrected or you can safely return home. However, if your friend is without power an alternate place to stay should be established. 2) (Alternate plan) Stay with a friend or relative living outside the community who has power. 3) Inform relatives and/or close friends you will not be at your home, but will be staying elsewhere until the situation is rectified. 4) If you elect to stay at your home, have a relative or friend check on your welfare periodically. Before leaving your unit, be sure all non-essential appliances (specifically kitchen appliances) and lights are turned off. The Leisure World Community has no Trust Properties (i.e., Clubhouses, Administration Building, etc.) equipped to accommodate individuals overnight in the event of a power outage. These facilities are just as susceptible to power outages as any other building in Leisure World. When power outages do occur, be assured that the proper authorities have been contacted and are making every attempt to correct the situation. These suggestions and recommendations have been provided to assist residents in making an informed decision when an unforeseen power outage occurs. JOEL'S EXECUTIVE CAR SERVICE 301-438-9777 301-980-4734 (cell) Airport • Trains • Doctor Visits Get the Royal Treatment Available 24 hours. Rodgers with Lorenz Hart, Oscar Hammerstein, and others. Performances are on Nov. 9, 10 and 11 for only $5 for a reserved seat. The director, Allan Okin, is looking for residents who play an instrument and would enjoy accompanying one or more musical numbers in the show. Do you play guitar, violin, flute or drums? If you are interested, please call Allan (301-598-2349) now! We Need You: Performers: Now, do not tell me that you do not have any talent. If you are even considering the possibility of performing, come to an audition. Those who direct will know just where you should begin. Hospitality: Jean, who has generously participated over the years in every aspect of Fun & Fancy, has taken over the responsibility of the after-show parties. Thank you Jean. Now surely others will come forward to support her in this effort. If you are willing to help, please give Jean a call (301-438-2635). In addition, we welcome goodie donations, whether homemade or purchased. Article in L.W. News: We still need another writer to replace Phyllis Lovett. As you know, F&F submits two articles per month. Writing the article once a month does not require more than a few hours of your time. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Page 41 Writers Workshop of Leisure World By Regina Featherston The meeting on Sept. 6 was wonderful. Warren Eister kicked it off. He talked about his entries into the art show. He is truly multi talented. Danuta Montorfano’s beautiful poem “Mesmerized” presented a charming word painting. A summer’s day walk takes us past “gardens overflowing with pink and red begonias,” “giant, golden, fleshy mushrooms … looking like chalices filled with rain water.” It is a walk through Monet’s garden. Carlos Montorfano had us rolling in laughter with his rendition of a baby’s adorable antics. Everyone loves watching a baby; that is until the inevitable poopy part appears. Then it just plain stinks. Tom Anessi satisfied our curiosity concerning his problem with a bully. Tom realized that the bully picked him as a victim because he appeared to be a weak, skinny puppy. Tom’s in- Coming in 2012 The E&R Department of Leisure World is pleased to provide the following programs. Wed., Sept. 19, 7 PM Robert Redd Trio - A Tribute to Benny Goodman Thurs., Oct. 11, 1:30 PM Anthony Pitch, Author Sat., Oct. 12, 4:30 PM Guitarist Richard Miller Tues., Oct. 16, 1:30 PM The Jinny Marsh Trio Wed., Oct. 24, 2PM The Goldenaires - Big Band Also Coming in 2012 Julie Kurzava, Double Play, National Ballet, Olney Concert Band Watch the Leisure World News for more information on these and other upcoming programs throughout the year. *Sponsored by the Foundation of Leisure World. FLOORING FOR EVERY ROOM IN YOUR HOME! Hardwood $4.50 sq. ft. Carpet $1.99 sq. ft. installed Cork, Bamboo & VinYL On Sale! Quality Exotic Hardwoods Available Custom Size Area Rugs Available Vinyl • Carpet • Ceramic • Tile • Laminate BUY NOW - PAY IN 2013! In Olne y Since 1984! Nations Carpet 3474 Olney-Laytonsville Road, Olney, MD 20832 301-774-7770 • 301-774-7778 Sale Ends September 30, 2012. tellect took over when he saw that the decision of how to proceed was up to him. He finally landed a lucky punch upon his adversary’s nose, which the guy promptly returned, with a knuckle punch. This made Anessi very angry until, despite his anger and fear of reprisal, he found sweet revenge. Ron Davis’s two poems poignantly described the feelings in an oncologists’ office. First while awaiting the introductory chemo treatment and the fear of the unknown. The second poem, the well-crafted “Four Words,” describes the scene as the patient awaits the results of treatment. Relief is almost palpable. Jane Hawes travelled to China in the ‘70’s. At the welcoming lunch the travelers were served inedible food by an indifferent wait staff. The heat was unbearable and there was no air-conditioning anywhere except in the rooftop bar where the drinks were served without ice but the beer was cold. Many adventures followed, some involved drunken Germans and covert governmental exposure of tourist’s film. Next we visited London with Lee. There were double decker busses and royal treasures. Then we went to Windsor and a quick visit to the castle. We learned of the terrible fire damage and the valiant effort of the English it to restore their priceless treasure. York Van Nixon III’s story of aging girls whose push-up bras no longer do the trick and who looked forward to hip replacement surgery sent us into gales of laughter. Something in the story said that there was more to this tale than appeared at first. The surprise ending confirmed that assumption. Norman Ochs’, latest NYC adventure was shared, with his best friend, Albert. They went to 42nd street with $2 and had a great day that included a one-meatball dinner, an Italian ice and an afternoon of fishing for prizes from a glass case, using a small derrick. Verna Denny, wrote of her two hour, one-on-one friendship building experience with 20 something Brian. After meeting they told a bad girl lie to get Verna a free ticket into the Spy Museum where they bonded and had a great time. Silliness, gifts of chocolates and the getting to know you routine led Verna to a Kumbaya moment when she learned that a former black power advocate and civil rights activist, could fall in like with a skinny white boy 35 years younger than her. Joan Lees experienced an unexpected zen-like moment of total relaxation as she, forced to clear her mind, waited for a UPS delivery. A wonderful surprise! Radha Pillai told of being forced to baby-sit her friend’s strange pets— iguanas. Not fun! Mary Zenchoff relived her experiences on an overnight cruise to celebrate her friend’s wedding. Very delicious! Ten Steps to Take Before Hiring Domestic Help A Message from the Department of Security The Department of Security would like to offer 10 steps that you should take before hiring domestic help, whether this is a house cleaner, registered nurse, aide/caretaker or companion. We ask you to consider the following, as we do not want to see our residents fall victim to someone’s dishonesty or greed. Also, we ask you to remember that the resident is responsible for the conduct of their employee while they are in the community. 1. Ask for references. Also ask the prospective employee to sign a release so that you can call and question their former employers. Often, without a written release, former employers will give only the dates of employment, as they are afraid of answering honestly due to legal actions, which the prospective employee could take without written authorization. 2. Ask the individual if they are working for someone else in the community. If they are, call the other resident and find out if they are satisfied with the individual. 3. Ask your family to sit in when you interview the prospective employee. Maybe they will come up with a question that you haven’t thought of and it is always good to have another person’s opinion. Additionally, they can look out for your welfare to help prevent an unscrupulous individual is hired. 4. Ask the prospective employee to go to the Police Department and obtain a copy of their arrest record. If they have never been arrested the record will so state. 5. Check to see if the individual works for a reputable company. Contact several companies and compare services provided, qualifications of the individuals they hire and the charges for the services. 6. If you would like assistance in contacting someone for your personal assistance needs, you can call the Leisure World Social Worker for referrals. 7. If the employee is going to drive your vehicle, get a copy of the prospective employee’s driver’s license. Also, ask the individual to obtain a copy of his or her driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles. 8. Think twice before entrusting an employee with your car keys or your checkbook. 9. Call your car insurance company and make sure that you are covered if the employee has an accident while driving your vehicle. 10. Make sure your homeowner’s insurance policy covers Workman’s Compensation claims in the event your employee files a claim. Follow all of these steps even if they seem to be a nuisance. Unfortunately, if a theft or damages do occur and the Security Department becomes involved, it is usually too late and not much can be done at that point. Page 42 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 The Jinny Marsh Trio Presents an American Musical Retrospective The E&R Department is pleased to bring this ever-popular ensemble, The Jinny Marsh Trio (pictured), to Leisure World on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 1:30 PM in Clubhouse II’s Auditorium. The trio’s exciting show of American popular music features favorite composers such as George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Irving Berlin and Hoagy Carmichael. Enjoy the musical stylings of pianist Andrew Zatman, along with trombonist Seymour Greene and vocalist Cantor Jinny Marsh as they present some of the highlights of this golden era. Tickets are $5 and are available in the E&R Office in both clubhouses. Vocalist Marsh may be best know for her group, Jinny Marsh’s Hot Kugel Klezmer Band, which she formed in 2000. This group performs through out the Washington metro area and has produced two cds, Grandma’s Recipes and Klezmerika Eklectikca. Cantor Marsh has also been nominated for a Washington Area Music Association’s (WAMA) award in the category World Music as a Vocalist. In addition to performing, Cantor Marsh conducts all Jewish Life Cycle events and is a cantor at Temple Beth Torah in Chantilly, Va. For this appearance at Leisure World she is joined Greene and Zatman. In 1930’s and 1940’s, Greene was playing with the big bands and he recorded with the Andrews Sisters and Jack Teagarden’s band. During World War II, he traveled with Irving Berlin, performing in Berlin’s, “This is the Army.” Greene has been honored at the Library of Congress’s Veteran’s History Project for his participation as a soldier in World War II. As well, he has played at every inaugural ball since 1953. Zatman has performed at the Kennedy Center ’s Millennium stage in Washington, D.C., and at folk festivals, locally and nationally, with several different bands including klezmer. In addition to performing, he teaches piano and com- Shuttle Bus News Alert! F or rider convenience, and in an effort to balance shuttle bus demand, the Leisure World Security and Transportation Department initiated a “Take-a-Number” system for passengers planning to ride the 12:30 or 1:40 PM shuttle bus going to Aspen Hill on Wednesdays. Since these buses fill up, while later ones to Aspen Hill serve fewer passengers or run empty, riders are urged to consider making greater use of any of the other runs, leaving Leisure World at 2:20, 3 and 3:40 PM. • For those preferring the 12:30 or 1:40 PM shuttle bus runs, which accommodates a maximum of 14 riders, numbers 1 through 14 will be issued at the E&R Office in Clubhouse I and used as follows: • Each Wednesday, numbered cards will be issued, no earlier than noon, for that day’s use on the 12:30 PM shuttle bus to Aspen Hill and after 12:30 for the 1:40 PM run. • Persons requesting a number will be limited to one number, for use that day. • The numbered card will be returned to the driver when the rider boards the bus. • Only the 12:30 and 1:40 PM shuttle buses running to Aspen Hill on Wednesdays will require numbers for boarding. All other Aspen Hill runs, as well as the Wednesday morning runs to Olney, will take place as usual, with no numbered cards required. Save Aluminum Pull-tabs from Beverage Cans for Ronald McDonald House, Baltimore A Project of the Leisure World Kiwanis & Einstein and Blake High Schools’ Key Clubs This pull-tab program began in Minneapolis in 1987. The Baltimore Ronald McDonald House has been collecting tabs since 1996. Tabs are redeemed for cash at a Maryland recycling center; the cash received goes to the house’s operating fund to support its mission of service, to provide “a home away from home for families of seriously ill children receiving medical treatment at area hospitals” (www.rmhc.org/about/ about-us). Collected tabs can be left at the Fish Desk office in Clubhouse II, brought to Bingo on Monday nights in Clubhouse I or given to a member of the Leisure World Kiwanis. Or call Marty Weiss (301-598-6952) to arrange for pick up. Thanks for your help! poses classical music. Recently, he published four books of intermediate piano pieces, Portraits in Style, which he composed with his wife Marilyn. Leisure WorLd of MaryLand Corp. Current JOb OpenInGs updated every tuesday To View Current Job Openings, Visit the Website www.lwmc.com Select General Info Click on Job Opportunities Current Job Openings are also posted on the bulletin board outside the Human Resources Department Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Brief Notes Special Announcement FREE Concert: The United States Navy Band, Washington, D.C. Concert Band will perform at Blake High School on Thursday, Sept. 20 at 7:30 PM. Admission is free; for more information call 301879-1339. James H. Blake High School Auditorium, 300 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD. Clubs & Groups Short Story Group: On Sept. 19 at 11 am, Beth Leanza will lead a discussion of the story “In The Gloaming” by Alice Elliott Dark. On Oct. 3, York van Nixon will discuss “Attraction” by David Long. The Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd 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 will be Sept. 28. Join us for conversation and lots of knitting and crocheting. “Caps for Kids” program begins soon. 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. Call Marianne (301-598-0444) for more information. Our next meeting is Sept. 27. 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 (301-438-1712). 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 would be helpful. Bring a bag lunch (we’ll eat in the lunchroom), some silly stories and a smile. 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 also looking for donations of material, stuffing and thread. Contact Roberta Juchnewicz or Jane Brinser 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 Bob Henkel (301-598-3913). 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-andTell” 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 nonresidents are welcome to attend. Annual dues are $5. If interested, contact Mason Goldman (301598-0696). Woodshop Users: For the residents who have started on a wood project and are looking for space to complete that project, or for those who want to start a new project, including metal work on a lathe, the woodshop is located in the lower south level of Clubhouse I and happens to be one of the best kept secrets of Leisure World. Membership dues are $20 per year. Ask for one of our Page 43 shop monitors at 301-598-1308 or call Ed Bishop (301-438-2122) or Stan Herrmann (301-598-7736) for additional information. Compassion And Choices: Compassion and Choices is dedicated to improving the quality of care and increasing individual choice at the end of life. We present programs that inform us and initiate thoughtful discussion on the many issues we face as we approach the end of our lives. Our next meeting is in November, date, time and program to be announced. For more information or a membership form, please contact Rosalind Kipping (301-598-4171 or [email protected]). Jewish Friendship Group: Our next meeting is Sept. 23 from 10:30 am to noon in Clubhouse I. At the meeting, we will review current events in the Jewish world and hear some Jewish stories from Joan Lees. We welcome all residents who would enjoy and wish to participate in our discussions and presentations. 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 Kiwanis Club of Leisure World Foundation scholarship fund and charities within Montgomery County. Come join the Kiwanis in an evening of fun and fellowship. Wanted! Mah Jongg Players • Looking for 3 or 4 Leisure World women for Mah Jongg game at home. Call Bea (301-438-8420). • Beginners wanted to learn Maj Jong call 301-598-3438. Bridge • The Wednesday Night Rubber 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. • The fun-loving Thursday Ladies Bridge group is seeking more card players. If interested, call Helen Hughes (301-438-1350). Poker • A few openings available at the “Greens.” Thursdays, 7-10 PM. (No prior experience necessary.) If interested, call Earl (301-438-2822) 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. Scrabble: Have Scrabble game; will travel to Clubhouse II, Tuesdays at 12:30 PM. Call Arlyne (301-438-7442) 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. Pickle-Ball: Every Thursday at 8:30 am at the tennis courts. Beginners welcome. Have a fun time and meet new friends. For more information, call John Tremaine (301-438-1666). 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. Please turn to page 45 Page 44 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Chess Is No Laughing Matter By Bernie Ascher Chess is just not funny. Everybody knows that. Many comedians made a living on routines about various subjects—family members, lawyers, politics, money and ethnicity—but never about chess. Red Buttons, who had a routine about famous people who never had a dinner, never told a joke about a famous chess player. Bob Hope, who travelled around the world, entertaining troops during World War II, who said, “If I had to live my life over… I wouldn’t have time,” never told a joke about chess. Jack Benny, who got laughs by being cheap, never told a joke about chess. Milton Berle, who got laughs by stealing other comedians’ jokes, never told a joke about chess. Abbott & Costello, who had a famous routine about baseball players’ names (who’s on first?) and Henny Youngman (Take my wife…please) never told a joke about chess. George Carlin had a comedy routine about seven words you could not say on television. Chess was not one of them. Even the Leisure World Comedy Club, which makes fun of everything else, does not tell jokes about chess. Look at the chess diagram on this page (courtesy of Chesslab. com). Does it make you laugh? In this Chess Club game, white should win the game in two moves. It is white’s move. The solution will follow our reminder that the Leisure World Chess Club meets in Clubhouse II at 1-4 PM Safety is a Priority A Message from Security The safety and protection of our residents is always a primary concern at Leisure World. Management is currently reviewing our safety procedures and offers the following suggestions. Each resident should provide a current entry door key for their unit to Security, to be kept at our main gate. All keys are specially coded and locked in a cabinet, safe and secured. A special chart is required to identify to which unit the key belongs. Therefore, a lost key would not be identifiable by anyone other than Leisure World Security personnel. Permission to en- ter the unit in your absence is also very important! In an emergency, it could save further damage from occurring. Let us say that a resident is away and a neighbor notices water coming from that unit into theirs. There may be a leaking toilet, a sink overflowing, a condensate line back up or any one of many other scenarios. If a key is at the main gate and we have permission to enter, then valuable time is saved that could prevent a real disaster. What if you are in distress and have called for assistance, but the front door is locked and you are unable to reach it? Without a key, the door or lock may need to be broken to get to you. If on file at security, the key can be brought to your unit saving time, money and maybe your life. Help us protect you! If your unit has a storm door, do not lock it. The storm door would have to be broken before getting to the door your key opens, generating more cost to you. Also, locking your storm door could create a problem in the event of a fire. Any delay in getting in or out of your unit in an emergency situation could become critical. Please help us protect you by following these simple suggestions. Thursday Afternoon Ladies Bridge Aug. 30, 2012 First - Bette Goodman, 4040 Second - Ruth Stout, 3080 Third - Lois De Santo, 2700 Sept. 6, 2012 First - Millie Hartz, 5130 Second - Ann Wheelock, 3700 Third - Bette Goodman, 3580 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Meet some of our new members: Gary Wiener, Mike Stoller, Lark Kellar, Rudy Hayes, and Michael Higgs. Membership is free and open to all residents. For further information, call club President Bernie Ascher (301-598-8577) or Activities Chairman Pat Leanza (240-242-4516). White wins the game by moving his Knight to f6 and then moves his Rook to h7 (Checkmate!), unless black moves his Knight to f5 (uncovering the Black Rook to b7), in which case white moves the Rook to g8 (Checkmate!). So, try your skills at some serious (or laughable) chess. No kidding. See you at Clubhouse II. Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News Brief Notes Continued from page 43 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 non-drivers need not stay away. Call Grace White, 301-438-7892; Bud Money, 301-949-1599; or Flora Wolf, 301-598-5807, to join as a substitute or regular bowler. Health and Well-Being 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 door), 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD 20906. For more information, call Mary Ann (301-598-0647) or Mab (240-669-6436). Leisure ofWorld News Maryland Published Twice Monthly An Official Publication of the Leisure World Community Corporation, edited and managed by the staff of its subsidiary, the Leisure World of Maryland Corporation. Editor, Stacy Sigler Assistant Editor, Dee Martynuska Publications Manager, Miriam Pinheiro Publications Assistant, Kathleen Brooks Bookkeeper, Angela Bufalo For Classified or Display ads call 301-598-1310 Alcoholic Anonymous: Monday, noon, Clubhouse I, step meeting. Thursday, noon, 11th step meeting at Our Lady of Grace Church parish hall. Thursday, 6 PM Big Book study, Clubhouse I. 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: is available on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 9 to 11 am in Clubhouse I. Lifeline Emergency Response Office: is located in the Leisure World Medical Center. If you have questions or need information about Lifeline, contact Phyllis Palmer (301-598-1329), 8 am-4: 30 PM, Monday-Friday. Medicare Benefits Counseling: Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program (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. File of Life: It can save your life “when every second counts.” The form lists the patient’s name, emergency medical contacts, insurance policy and social security numbers, health problems, medications and dosages, allergies, recent surgeries, religion, physician’s name and a healthcare proxy. It is kept in a red plastic pocket held by a magnetic strip to the outside of the refrigerator door. During a medical emergency, all this information is immediately available to emergency and hospital personnel. No time is wasted getting you medical assistance if you are confused or unconscious. File of Life forms are available free of Editorial and Advertising Offices 3700 Rossmoor Blvd. • Silver Spring, Md. 20906 [email protected] or [email protected] The News is not intended to be part of the public media and thus is not a “newspaper” in the general sense of that term. It is published for the purpose of providing intra-community notices and information and to serve other intra-community needs. Its “news” columns are not available for the expression of personal opinions or for statements on political or other public issues or the election of public officials. 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. From the Security Department The Security Department receives numerous complaints about automobiles failing to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks. Pedestrians must also do their part Medicare patients...you have enough to worry about. We can help! Let NRH Regional Rehab assist you with all your physical rehabilitation needs. We specialize in: Occupational Therapy Psychology Services Electrodiagnostic Medicine Pain Management For your convenience and to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle, NRH Regional Rehab at Olney 18109 Prince Phillip Drive Suite 155 Olney, MD 20832-1519 (301) 570-3138 by using sidewalks and marked crosswalks and not walk in the street. There are a number of residents in the community who are hardof-hearing, or visually impaired; others, due to physical limitations, walk slowly. Motorists failing to yield the right-of-way to these residents show no regard for the safety of pedestrians. These people are your friends and neighbors. We urge that you follow the mandate in the Maryland State Drivers Handbook, which states: “Pedes- ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE SHOW Oct. 6 & 7, 2012 Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ** Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. We also offer a full range of Physiatry Services: Musculoskeletal Injuries Non-Surgical Spine Care charge from the Leisure World Pharmacy. 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 301-5981000. Be sure to specify topics of interest. Estate & Tax Law Inquiries; Long Term Care & Life Insurance Inquiries; Wealth Management & Tax Integration Inquiries; Charitable Gifting & Transfer of Wealth Inquiries. www.spcfinancial.com, 3202 Tower Oaks Blvd., Suite 400, Rockville, MD 20852 (301-7706800). 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 (301-598-6647) or e-mail [email protected]. Please note which instruments and your telephone number or 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 and Tuesdays to Fridays 10 am to 4 PM. Notice to McKinley Tech alumni celebrating 50 years or more since graduation: The annual Golden Tech Reunion Luncheon is Saturday, Oct. 6, 11 am-3 PM, at Martin’s Crosswinds in Greenbelt. Call Keith Van Ness (301-598-4807) for information and Registration Forms. Pedestrian Crosswalks NRH Regional Rehab Physical Therapy Speech Therapy Page 45 NRH Regional Rehab at Montrose 6001 Montrose Road Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852-4817 (301) 984-6594 Montgomery County Fairgrounds 16 Chestnut Street ** Gaithersburg, MD * Many Indoor Booths with Quality Antiques & Collectibles for sale including furniture, porcelains, paintings, silver, linens, jewelry, toys, books, coins, advertising, movie memorabilia, civil war and more. * Celebrity Autograph Session with: Veronica Cartwright - movies "Alien," "The Birds," "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," etc. * Ron Ely - TV series "Tarzan," movie "Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze," etc. Admission: $6, $5 with this ad Free Parking ** All Indoors ** Good Food For more information contact: 301-649-1915 • www.johnsonshows.com trian Right-of-Way. Pedestrians in a crosswalk, whether marked or unmarked, have the Rightof-Way, except when they enter the cross-walk at a red light or against the direction of the traffic officer.” When a driver of a vehicle is approaching a crosswalk, the driver must come to a complete stop when a pedestrian is crossing the roadway on which the vehicle is traveling. Whenever any vehicle is stopped at a marked or unmarked crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass such a stopped vehicle. Page 46 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 _______________________ E S T A T E SALES ________________________ ESTATES WANTED – KENSINGTON Antique Village. We buy items or estates for immediate cash. 35 years experience. Call Georgina. 240-645-9029. (1.2013) ________________________ CASH FOR ESTATES: gold, silver, coins, costume jewelry, antiques/collectibles, etc. Single piece or whole estate. Will travel. The Attic LLC. Licensed, bonded, insured. MD, DC, VA. 301-520-0755. (10.16) _______________________ _ FOR RENT _______________________ LEISURE WORLD HIGH RISE – 2 master BR / 2 master BA condo (“G” floor plan), garage parking, storage room, freshly painted, new carpet, eat-in kitchen, sunny balcony, spacious rooms and high ceiling and beautiful view. Available immediately. Pet allowed. 610-213-4747. (10.2) ________________________ FOR SALE _____________________ 1984 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS Supreme 4-door, like new, 92,000 miles, cold air, V8, $3,400. 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. Please call Marty Salins at Auto Plaza, 301-325-1973. (9.18) _____________________ 2005 TOYOTAAVALON Limited – Loaded, sunroof, leather, navigation. Only 38,000 miles, MD inspected, like new, hot and cold seats. $17,000. 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. Please call Marty Salins at Auto Plaza, 301-325-1973. (9.18) _____________________ DIGITAL CAMERA – LUMIX DMC-ZS10 Panasonic electronics, Leica lenses. Built-in GPS. $300. Nancy, 301-428-3366. (9.18) ________________________ GOLF CART – GOOD CONDITION. $950. Call 301-4383189 or 301-942-0919. (9.18) ________________________ PLOT – KING DAVID MEMORIAL, Va. Easy to find, nice view. Make offer. Call Richard, 301-873-6508. (9.18) ________________________ TWO ANTIQUE SIDE CHAIRS and two sets of bookends. 301-438-2329. (9.18) ________________________ HONDA ACCORD EX – Leather ’03, 85,000 miles, automatic, 4-cylinder, 4-door, all power, a/c, cruise control, one owner, sunroof, CD, security alarm. Excellent condition. Loaded, well maintained, silver. Valued $10,500 – deal for LW. Sacrifice $9,000 fast sale. 301-598-4422. (9.18) ________________________ HEALTH CARE SERVICES _______________________ LOVING HOME CARE – “Care you can trust and afford.” Licensed, bonded, insured. Companionship, hygiene care, meal preparation, housekeeping, errands, appointments. Loving, dependable caregivers for live-in/out, FT/PT. Low rates, no deposit required. Call for your free consultation. 301-490-1146. www. lovinghomecare.org (9.18) _____________________ HOME HEALTH SERVICE “Home Care with Personal Touch.” Living out night or day. Call Kathy, 240-706-3811. 24 years of experience. (10.2) _____________________ CERTIFIED NURSING assistant – 20 years experience. With own car. Good references. Very reliable and punctual. Part-time or fulltime. Please call 240-550-2584. (12.18) ________________________ LOVINGCARETAKER.CARE you can trust and afford. Years of experience in hygiene care, meal preparation, companionship, housekeeping, errands, appointments and just going for a ride. Very dependable. Experience with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s and hospice care. References available. Nursing abilities. 240-855-2477. (9.18) ________________________ CNA – 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Good reference. Dependable, caring and loving. Will take good care of your loved one. Call 240-552-4222. (9.18) ________________________ EIGHT YEARS EXPERIENCE – Excellent reference. Available at night. I have my CPR and first aid. Caring, patient, willing to do light housekeeping. Please call 240-441-8413. (10.2) ________________________ ADOM PRIVATE DUTYCARE – Where Care Matters. 24hr. care service available. Meal preparation, light housekeeping, hygiene assistance, transportation, companionship, certified nursing assistant. Day/night, live-in/ out. 301-366-8929. [email protected] (10.16) ________________________ CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT with 12 years experience seeking day or night care giving. Excellent refs. Please call Arabella. Phone #: 240-5359929 or 301-273-3602. (9.18) ________________________ COMPASSIONATE, DEPENDABLE CNA/Med Tech/ companion for your loved one. Worked at LW. Good refs. Drive. Fluent English. Lives close. 240-883-8042, Joanne. (9.18) ________________________ LICENSED CNA (CERTIFIED Nursing Assistant) looking for 40 hour week work. Lives close to Leisure World. Dependable, hard worker and honest. Excellent references. Does not drive. Call 301-2992499 for references. (9.18) ________________________ CERTIFIED GERIATRIC nursing assistant – Kind, very conscientious and enjoy my work with my clients. Dependable. Can provide personal care, exercises, transportation with own car, cooking, shopping, light housework. Have experience in health care and emergency situations. References available. Debbie, 240-388-7425. (9.18) ________________________ CERTIFIED NURSINGASSISTANT seeking for private duty. Have six years of nursing home experience. Will also care for your loved ones in your home. Good reference and own transportation. 301-263-4234. (10.2) _________________________ ________________________ The Leisure World News will allow only those advertisers who show proof of certification to advertise that they are “certified nursing assistants.” _______________________ ELDERLY CARE: OVER 10 years experience. Great HELP WANTED reference. Available for long _______________________ days or nights. Can drive. AFRICAN PALMS USA, an 301-806-3691. (12.2012) outreach ministry of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Olney, is looking for daytime volunteers. Volunteers are needed to help with packing boxes and with quality control, which includes counting, sorting and bagging palms crosses. The tasks are simple and the fellowship is great! Villagers in Tanzania hand weave palm crosses, which are then shipped to the United States and sold to churches for Palms Sunday celebrations. Proceeds from the sale of crosses fund basic human needs projects in Africa. Since 1976, African Palms has granted over $1.8 million to these projects. The chairman of our Board of Trustees, Jim Cooper, is a resident and would be happy to talk further with you about our organization. You can contact him at 301-460-1421 or jimc602665@ aol.com, or you can visit our website at www.AfricanPalmsUSA.org. We would love to have you join us! (12/7/10c) _______________________ ARE YOU A GOOD listener? Are you looking to give back to the community? The Montgomery County Hotline needs you! We are currently seeking volunteer who are committed to helping others. The Montgomery County Hotline is 24 hour, 7 day a week service that provides supportive listening, community resources, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention to the community. Volunteers are required to attend training and commit to fifty four-hour shifts following their training. Make a difference in your life and the lives of others! For more information or to apply please call Amy at 301-424-0656 x 516 or email at [email protected]. (3/15c) _______________________ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP Seniors with Grocery Shopping - Escort a senior to the grocery store and while there assist with reading product labels, reaching stock, handling carts and putting away groceries. Or, shop for an individual from their prepared list and put groceries away upon returning. Provide companionship. Commit to serving 2-3 hours a week for 6 – 12 months. To volunteer or for additional information, please call Greg Muncill at 301 942 1049 or greg.muncill@ seniorconnectionmc.org (5/3c) _______________________ URGENT NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS in Silver Spring area to help older adults “age in community.” The Senior Connection matches volunteers with their neighbors 62 and older. Volunteers provide free, escorted transportation to medical appointments, help with grocery shopping and other errands and provide companionship. Schedules are flexible and volunteers who work fulltime can assist during the evenings and on weekends. Volunteers have liability insurance coverage and many other benefits. Contact The Senior Connection at 301-962-0820 or Marcia. custer@seniorconnectionmc. org Visit us at www.seniorconnectionmc.org (10.18c) _______________________ THE SENIOR CONNECTION needs volunteers to help our home-bound Leisure World 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 x 14 or by email marcia.custer@ seniorconnectionmc.org. Also you may wish to visit The Senior Connection website, www. seniorconnectionmc.org (3.6c) ________________________ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help with a community project. The Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy (MCAEL) supports over 60 literacy programs in Montgomery County. MCAEL is planning a first ever “state of literacy” public awareness and fundraising event and needs volunteers to help with marketing, organizing and planning. Responsibilities include serving on a marketing committee and attending monthly meetings on the third Thursday, noon – 2 p.m. in Rockville plus two hours/week identifying and scheduling meetings at various organizations, calling/emailing media contacts and writing text for invitations and the event program. If interested, please contact [email protected] or call 301-881-1136. For more information about MCAEL see www.mcael.org (3.20c) ________________________ COLESVILLE MEALS on Wheels needs volunteers. Colesville Meals on Wheels, an independent group of volunteers, delivers meals in the north-east Silver Spring area to those that, due to an ailment, are no longer able to cook for themselves. If you are interested, please call 301-384-5735. (6.5.12c) ________________________ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO help put together care packages for US troops at local organic skincare company in Silver Spring. Hours flexible. skincando. com 202-215-8991. (6.19c) ________________________ MEALS ON WHEELS - If you’re looking for a volunteer activity that would be meaningful and not take too much time, please consider us. The assignment time would be in coordination with the person’s own schedule, with meals picked up at the Inter-Faith Chapel. Most of the routes are within Leisure World. For many of the participants receiving the meals, we are the only person they see that day. A very worthwhile project. Contact Mab Cantril for further information and/or to volunteer 301-980-9367 (c) or [email protected]. (c) ________________________ THE SENIOR CONNECTION needs volunteers to help seniors with grocery shopping. Senior citizens in Montgomery County are signing up in large numbers for assistance with grocery shopping. Volunteers are needed to help their elderly neighbors. Tasks include escorting a senior to the grocery store, assisting with reading product labels, reaching stock, handling carts and putting away groceries, or shopping for a home-bound senior from their list and putting groceries away upon return. The program fosters a one on one relationship that benefits both volunteers and their neighbors. You can shop for someone else at the same time you do your own, on your way home from work, or as a weekend family outing. Volunteers should be willing to make a yearlong commitment to shop every week or two. To volunteer or for additional information, please call Marcia Custer at 301- 962-0820 x 14; or visit us at http://www.seniorconnectionmc.org/volunteers/ become-a-volunteer. (8.21c) _________________________ NOTICES ____________________ 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) ____________________ 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) ___________________ 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) __________________ 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) __________________ 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) ___________________ 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) _________________________ 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) ______________________ 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) _______________________ 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 CLASSIFIED DEADLINE FOR THE NEXT ISSUE is Thursday, Sept. 20 at 4 PM. Please submit your ad in writing with payment before this date. Call 301.598.1310 for info. 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) _______________________ 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) _______________________ WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT Group, a not-for-profit, all volunteers group, now forming in Montgomery County. Mission of “Wildlife Management Group” is to assist local property owners, managers and agents with over population of deer. Information, 301469-9127. Joe Webster.” (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 301-890-0854. 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 © _______________________ 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 is open to men 70 years and older and women 50 years and older. The league starts April 2012. 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. © ________________________ 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. © _____________________ 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 Continued on page 47 Sept. 18, 2012 Leisure World News _Continued from page 46 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. © _______________________ ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION Self-help group – For anxiety, panic disorder, depression, OCD and other nervous symptoms. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Glenmont United Methodist Church, corner of Georgia Avenue and Weller Road, Silver Spring. Sponsored by Recovery International, a worldwide organization formed in 1937 that uses self-help methods that parallel those used in cognitive therapy. Lay volunteers who have experienced some type of difficulty with an emotional problem and practice the Recovery International method of self-help train group leaders. For more information, call Trish (301-231-7687) or 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) _____________________ 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 Page 47 _________________________ ________________________ _____________________ _____________________ _ cat at any time. There _ _ BY SEMINAR – 2 to 3:30 p.m.,_ H O U S E C L E _A N I N G – LOVING PET CARE back any are short term and long-term REAL ESTATE PROUDLY serving the Leisure Eileen – Quality pet services Tuesday, Sept. 18; Arden foster programs. AWLMC _______________________ World community. Quality ser- in your home. Mature loving Courts of Silver Spring, 2505 counselors help match the cat CATHY GILMOUR REAL vice at affordable rates, weekly, attention. Mid-day walks, vaca- Musgrove Road. “Diagnosis: to the potential adopter. The ESTATE - Working for YOU bi-weekly, monthly intervals tions, working late, shots/meds. Dementia. What Now?” with trial period is one month. The since 1965 – in Leisure World available. Spring cleaning, Elder and puppy care special- Toni Benton. Seating is limitcost to adopt is $75. For more Plaza behind the Kozi Caf� move-ins, move-outs. Please ist. Leisure World references: ed. Call 301-847-3051 or email information contact AWLMC, (old Starbucks location). call CC & Son for free esti- bonded and insured member silverspring@arden-courts. PO Box 7041, Gaithersburg, See our ad in this issue. (c) mate. 301-253-0544. (10.2012) NAPPS & PSI. 301-442-3989 or com for reservations. (9.18) MD 20898 or 301-740-2511. _______________________ _______________________ [email protected] (9.18) _____________________ _____________________ A WISE CHOICE. Call me. ALICIA’S CLEANING Servic- _____________________ GALA BENEFIT – 6 p.m. – ATTENTION DOG OWN- Marilyn Rubinstein of Weichert es – Good references. Good rate. CLEANING SOLUTIONS – midnight, Saturday, Sept. 29, ERS – Olney Dog Park now Realtors. 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Sites in need: first half of 2012 has been fast gift for any occasion. Call We clean your house as we do ery County adults and children Olney, Wheaton, Silver Spring paced inventory and days on the Kim at Virtual Computer Ser- our own. We don’t just wipe facing a life-threatening illness and downtown Washington. market have decreased. Inven- vices, 301-438-3140. (11.20) areas, we scrub them. Years of or grieving the death of a Washington D.C. SCORE Chap- tory is at an all time low. 2012 ________________________ experience. References avail- loved one. Call Jamie Phanter is very congenial; members prices have begun to rise. I’ve DRAPERY CLEANING – able. 240-855-2477. (11.20) navong, director of Operations have many different special- loved living in our community Sheers only. Take down – re- ________________________ at 301-869-4673 or jamiep@ ties. Training provided. Details for over 9 years. Meet me at the hanging/no charge. Free pickup D R I V E R / T R A N S P O R - hospicecaring.org. (9.18) from Laverne, SCORE office Plaza office on our new office and delivery. Free estimate. Call TATION – Doctor appts., _______________________ (202-272-0390). Questions? in the Leisure World Admin. Barbara, 301-384-6582. (9.4) shopping, airports. Call Fred Olson, 301-598-0511. © Building. I know all the floor _______________________ Mike, 240-669-6231. (9.18) WANTED _____________________ plans and how to price them! SMALLS & SMALLS MOV- _____________________ _______________________ I HAVE PERIPHERAL Neu- As of June 2012, I have already ERS, LLC – Do you have HAIRSTYLIST IN THE com- FAST CASH FOR USED ropathy. I am seeking residents rented or sold properties in an item that is too big for fort of your home! I am a profes- CARS - Big dollars paid for of Leisure World who have The Pines, The Greens, Over- your car? Will move small sional licensed hairdresser. My your used car! Over 37 years peripheral neuropathy to contact look, The Fairways, Turnberry items for a small price. In- services dedicated to your quali- experience serving Leisure me so that we may help each oth- Courts, Vantage Point, Mont- sured notary. 240-286-5854, ty of life! Reasonable prices. For World. Leave message 24 er. Herb Fine, 301-598-5178. (c) gomery Mutual and Mutual 10. [email protected]. (12.18) appointments call: Silvia, 240- hours. I will come to you. _____________________ In 2011, I became a Riderwood ________________________ 277-0890. Thank you. (9.18) Cash or cashiers check at KEEPING SENIORS SAFE Preferred Realtor. In 2011, I IN-HOME COMPUTER SER- ________________________ your request. I can also help – Morton A. Davis, coordina- was given the Weichert Top VICE ($40 hourly) – Ser- CLEANING SERVICE - with your new car purchase, tor and resident is available to Producer Award for achieving vices – Repairs, tune-ups, Houses, condos, apts. Good any make or model! Md. discuss identity theft preven- #6 ranking in listings for entire upgrades, virus and Spyware service, great rate, free esti- Dealer #U2927. Call Marty tion, driving and shopping Montgomery County. I love to removal. Learn to prevent mates and good references. Salins, 301-325-1973. (c) habits, frauds and scams, home list…especially close to home! problems, organize files and Weekly/bi-weekly/monthly. _______________________ safety inspection and property My color brochures, multiple desktop, backup, download, Also working at LW Clubhouse DR. ADELE MCQUEEN and crimes. The program is part of websites, and staging techniques burn CDs, edit photos. Contact I. Please call Tamara, 240-483- her Housing Unlimited, Inc. the Montgomery County Police display your property and the Rob Robinson, 301-244-8731. 7246 or 240-701-9435. (8.21) committee would like to take Department Volunteer Resource community at its best. My week- [email protected] (10.16) _____________________ this opportunity to thank all Section. Davis is a member of ly reports detailing web hits, ________________________ H O M E C L E A N I N G B Y of you who have donated the The Commission on Aging of showings, & competing prop- BDI SERVICES - ONE Beauti- Janet. Experienced. Refer- beautiful furniture, in the past Montgomery County in con- erties keep you updated. Call ful solution to all your service ences. Native English speak- that was used to furnish the junction with the Montgomery for a free competitive market needs. Moving & Deliveries. ing. 240-389-1458. (9.18) houses provided by the organiCounty Police Department. analysis. References available. Junk Removal Service. Fur- _____________________ zation. We are again accepting Call Morton A. Davis, 240- Sue Heyman, Top 1% of Agents niture Assembly Specialist. NEED YOUR APARTMENT furniture, in good condition. 242-3742 or 240-773-5625. (c) Nationwide, Senior & Relo Spe- Loading & Unloading Services. cleaned? Call Zina Jones Handon. Please call me at 301-598-2139 ________________________ cialist, 301-580-5556. (8.2012) Painting. Cleaning. Handyman Z i n a J o n e s 6 3 @ g m a i l . or the Housing Unlimited, Inc. THE SENIOR CONNEC- _____________________ Services. We Run Errands For com. 301-429-0941. Leave office at 301-592-9314. (c) TION’S Shoppers Program IT’S A “HOT” RENTAL You & With You. Name it We m e s s a g e p l e a s e . ( 9 . 1 8 ) ________________________ seeks to help disabled seniors Market in Leisure World! do it all. www.bensdelivery. _________________________ WILL BUY MILITARY who are unable to get their Looking for unit owners and com. 240-426-4118. Save 10% Memorabilia. WW2, WW1, groceries into their homes on investors who want to earn on any of these services From U P C O M I N G Civil War items, memoraa regular basis. We match income from their property. now Until Dec. 31. (12.2012) bilia, uniforms, weapons, individuals 60 years and older Call Eve Rados Marinik, 301- ________________________ helmets, photos, medals and EVENTS with incomes of $30,450/year 221-8867, Long and Foster Real DIBARI UPHOLSTERY – Re- ________________________ any other items associated or less for singles and $34,800/ Estate, 301-548-9700. (2.5.13) gluing furniture. Repair springs PUT THE MUSIC YOU love with U.S., German, Japanese year for couples with a volunteer __________________ and cane chairs. Fabric and new back in your life! Enjoy live jazz or other military history. foam. Leather cleaning. Estimate and swing on the first Friday of Call Dave, 240-464-0958 or shopper. Shoppers are matched $35, deducted on completion of the month at Hollywood East email [email protected] (1.1.13) on a one-to-one basis and will SERVICES shop either for or with a senior. ________________________ work. 240-447-5140 (cell). Sat- Café, Westfield Wheaton Shop- _____________________ Application forms and a bro- ALTERATIONS - 27 years urday appointment only. (9.18) ping Mall, 7 to 10 p.m. Listen A D U LT T R I C Y C L E / chure describing the program experience in Leisure World! _____________________ to the Night & Day Combo E n c y c l o p e d i a B r i t t a n i are available by calling Greg Men’s & woman’s garments PAT’S SENIOR SERVICES – perform the classic standard ca. 301-598-2728. (9.18) Muncill, Shoppers Program picked up and dropped off (Leisure World resident) com- songs of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s, Director, 301-942-1049 or by at your convenience. Very panion/aide, driver, errand run- from Cole Porter, Gerswin, et e-mail to greg.muncill@senior- competitive prices. Call Mimi, ner, housekeeper, and nutritious al. Great music, great food, connectionmc.org. Also contact 301-990-6468. (3.2013) cooking. Call Pat, 301-598- no cover charge! (11/20.12.p) Greg if you wish to be a vol- ________________________ 1496 or 240-475-5288. (11.20) unteer shopper. The time com- LOCKS - Deadbolt locks ________________________ mitment to serve is 2-3 hours installed, or your present lock A+ COMPUTER SERVICES. a week for 6 to 12 months. © re-keyed. Special locks for Free in-house diagnostic of your ________________________ people with arthritis. For free computer, printer, or basic setALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT estimate call Glenn Murphy ups. A+ certified, virus removal, GROUP – 2 to 3 p.m., first at OLNEY LOCK SER- back-up, and retrieve important Tuesdays, The Studio, Arden VICE, 301-774-7727. 10% data, photos, and music, also Courts, 2505 Musgrove Road, off with this ad. (9.2012) will teach lessons on Microsoft Silver Spring. For caregivers, ________________________ Office and basic computer family members or friends of KITCHEN AND BATHROOM skills at your home. Alex Nothose who are living with Al- Remodeling – Cabinet and rouzi (301-312-2277). I reside zheimer’s disease or a related countertop replacement, and in Leisure World. (3.2013) dementia. Facilitated by Cathy bathtub to accessible shower ________________________ Lonas, RN, BSN, MSBA, reg- conversions. Please call Joe PARKING LOT SCRATCH istered nurse and geriatric care at JML Remodeling. 301- and dent repairs. No job Please use this coupon to write your classified ad. Rates manager in private practice. 598-8400. Serving Leisure too small. Free estimate by are $6.25 (residents) or $10.25 (non-residents & all Objectives: Discover how other World since 1988. MHIC# appt. We come to you. Call service ads) for 30 words and 10 cents each additional family members and caregivers 36674. Thank you. (1.15.13) RL, 301-384-6582. (9.4) word. Bring your ad with payment to the Leisure World have addressed challenging situ- ________________________ ________________________ News office in Clubhouse I or you may mail it to: Leisure ations, find out valuable care TV, VCR, STEREO - In Home HOUSE CLEANING – 22 World News, 3700 Rossmoor Blvd., Silver Spring, MD giving tips from other caregiv- Service. J.W. Stitt Co. 25 YEARS experience. Worked 20906. Questions? Call 301-598-1310. ers, get the extra guidance and years experience. All work in LW for six years. Reliable, support you may need from oth- guaranteed. Licensed. Call honest, great references. I live in ers who are in a similar situation John, 301-943-0600. (6.5) Aspen Hill. Call Alice, 301-946and decrease your care giving ________________________ 5996, 301-520-0074. (9.18) stress and improve your well be- COMPUTER SERVICES – ing. 301-847-3051 or email sil- Problem with your PC or [email protected] © Network? Computer Systems Engineer will come to you with help. Home, Business. Call D. Guisset, 301-6424526. (12/2012) Page 48 Leisure World News Sept. 18, 2012 Please Send Your Friends to Cathy Gilmour Real Estate, Inc. Proudly Serving This Wonderful Community Since 1965 HOUSES NOTTINGHAM (Modified) - Great 2BR/2BA ranch house w/2-car garage converted into living space, fenced garden, 3 exposures, close-in location on Dulwick in Mutual 13. Convenient to everything! $219,000 ROYAL AINTREE - Spacious ranch house in Mutual 15, well located on Twin Branches. Two master suites, huge covered patio, garage, quiet, pretty street. Convenient to Clubhouse II. Super one floor living. $249,000 BERKELEY - Lovely location for this spacious brick townhouse in Montgomery Mutual - great kitchen window, 2 BR, full bath and two half baths. 1,600 sq. ft. of living space. $99,000 THREE BEDROOM APTS CAPRI - 2nd floor w/ free carport, close-in location on Glade in Mutual 14, 3 exposures, huge rooms, FANTASTIC VIEWS, upgraded throughout. Immaculate. $159,900 P - W/ tandem garage and golf cart space, GREAT LOCATION IN BLDG. 6 - THE FAIRWAYS NORTH w/ 2 1/2 baths, great view of trees, move-in condition, upgrades throughout, some hardwood, lots of windows (including dining room and table space kitchen). A rare opportunity on the first floor. $330,000 M - Spectacular location in Bldg. 5 - FAIRWAYS SOUTH - second floor with lovely golf course view, 2 full baths PLUS powder room, two entries to enclosed balcony, updated throughout. $279,000 TWO BEDROOM APTS F - In the Villa Cortese. Spacious 2 BR PLUS DEN w/luxury all the way - 3 exposures; glass enclosed balcony accessible from living room and Den; table space kitchen with window; huge formal dining room with window; excellent storage and lots of closets. You will get lost in this enormous apartment. $295,000 DID YOU KNOW THAT OUR CASH AT SETTLEMENT REBATE PROGRAM FOR BUYERS* IS STILL GOING STRONG. OUR BUYERS, HAVE THE ADVANTAGE OF EXCEPTIONAL PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION, AND A BETTER BOTTOM LINE. AND WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN THE SELLERS OUR LONG STANDING TRADITION OF CHARGING SELLERS A REDUCED COMMISSION WHEN WE MAKE THE SALE OURSELVES (OUR VARIABLE RATE COMMISSION*) CONTINUES. Our sellers enjoy full service by consummate professionals. We work within our office and with cooperating companies to get your properties sold. But if we are the ones that make the sale, the Seller's commission is reduced. And unlike many of our competitors, we never charge buyers or sellers any sort of "processing or administrative fees." WE LOVE THIS COMMUNITY AND ARE HONORED TO BE HERE. IT IS A PLEASURE TO BE ABLE TO GIVE SOMETHING BACK AS A THANK YOU TO THOSE WONDERFUL PEOPLE WHO ARE PART OF OUR CONTINUING SUCCESS. *See a Gilmour agent to learn more about these programs. ATTENTION 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]. RENTALS Please call and ask for Slavka to learn more. ATTENTION LANDLORDS: Demand for rentals is high and our quality of service, plus our low commission rates will please you. List with us and make your property work for YOU!!! SOMETHING NEW? VILLA CORTESE V To learn more about this unique opportunity to BUY NEW in our wonderful community, call or e-mail Maynard Turow Direct. 301-518-3834 e-mail – [email protected] HAVE YOU VISITED OUR WEBSITE relaxleisure.com lately? We are now offering all visitors full access to everything in the multiple listing service - please let us know if you enjoy this new feature. Don't forget, we are happy to show you any Maryland property. CC - WITH GARAGE PARKING - 2 baths - on the 4th floor floor in Bldg. 3 TURNBERRY COURTS - unusual opportunity in such a desirable building, wonderful floorplan, excellent natural light. $195,000 G - Penthouse level in Bldg. 4 - The Greens - spectacular view of trees - a private world - features 2 master suites - includes indoor golf cart space. Priced to sell, table space kitchen, glass enclosed balcony. $129,900 ONE BEDROOM APTS. B - In Bldg. 5 - Fairways South - Spotless, immaculate - this well located unit offers 1 1/2 baths, table space kitchen plus dining room - both w/windows - lovely vistas from 9th floor location - furniture available. $97,999 A - Spectacular views of trees and green space from this beautiful 7th floor apartment. Great location in Bldg. 2 - THE GREENS. Updated and fresh. Wonderful floor plan with tablespace kitchen, glass and screen enclosed balcony. Priced to sell at only $79,900. CASH TO YOU!!! Did you know that our buyers get cash rebates* at settlement? *See a Gilmour agent to learn more. Why Not Give Our Agents A Try? Don’t you deserve Is selling now – with projected delivery EARLY 2013 MORE TWO BEDROOMS APTS 301-598-7500 IN LEISURE WORLD PLAZA 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! Free Notary Service by Appointment for Residents! Please call and ask for Ray Spieler, Frank Sergovic or Maynard Turow. On the web at relaxleisure.com Our E-Mail Address: [email protected] Sheila Fourte - [email protected] Betty Greenberg - [email protected] Jean Griffifth -griffi[email protected] Dan Harper - [email protected] Eileen Kane - [email protected] Kathleen Kane - [email protected] Slavka Novakova - [email protected] John Reeder - [email protected] Frank Sergovic - [email protected] Frances Silk - [email protected] Ray Spieler - [email protected] Maynard Turow - [email protected] Bob Warr - [email protected] Dedication Does Make A Difference! F.Y.I. Unlike many of our competitors, we never charge any sort of "processing or administrative fees" to buyers or sellers. 3844 International Drive, Silver Spring, Md. 20906 in Leisure World Plaza