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At the state level the state chemist or the state veterinarian with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture should be contacted. Yong Pu is the former and Dr. Manoel Tamassia the latter. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is who you should reach out to at the federal level. The FDA, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is responsible for ensuring the safety of feed for livestock, poultry, aquaculture species and companion animals. Two reporting options are available. You can call the FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator for New Jersey at 973-331-4998, or you can report the suspected problem using a computer through FDA’s safety reporting portal. The portal can be accessed through FDA’s safe animal feed page (www.fda.gov/safefeed). The link to the portal is at the bottom of that web page. No matter the option selected, you need to be prepared to provide information on the suspected pet food product, such as, the exact name of the product, the type of container, is the product intended to be refrigerated, frozen or stored at room temperature, lot number, when and where it was purchased, and the results of any laboratory testing performed on the product. You could also be asked to provide whatever information you have about your pet’s health. While the reporting to the FDA of potentially unsafe pet food by pet owners is strictly voluntary, it does help ensure pets are kept safe from dangerous pet food. In contrast, if a pet food company uncovers a significant health-related problem with its products, it is mandatory that the information be submitted to the FDA using the safety reporting portal. 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We also listened and danced to the sounds and songs of Rock ‘n Rhythm. Our very own Renaissance resident, Frank LaRussa, performed in the group and sounded as wonderful as ever. We all had a great time. Brooklyn Club News By Roz Furer The Executive Board of the Brooklyn Club would like to wish all of our members a very happy and healthy 2015. We thank our members for their support and participation in the events of 2014. Our year ended with a wonderful Wine and Cheese celebration, featuring delicious treats from the Fortune Buffet, and our mouthwatering desserts. The music of “Who Are You Guys” had everyone dancing and singing along to tunes that we know and love. This end-of-year celebration allowed us to say au revoir to our friends who are travelling to a warmer climate. Good-bye, until we meet again. And meet again we will. Our 2015 season resumes on Monday, May 18, at 7:00 PM in the clubhouse. There is no better way to say hello than with a delicious dinner ca- tered by the Fortune Buffet. So mail in your 2015 dues (forms are in the carousel), mark your calendar, tell a friend to join—the more, the merrier!—and see the Brooklyn Club bulletin board for more information. Your Executive Board has a new, exciting and innovative season planned for you. However, without your participation, we are unable to achieve our goal. So please join us for all of our meetings. As we get closer to May, check the Brooklyn Club Bulletin Board, your email, and the carousel, for event information. Remember, you don’t have to be from Brooklyn to belong to the Brooklyn Club. We look forward to seeing all of our members, and to greeting new members. Be well, be safe, and get ready to party Brooklyn Club style on Monday evening, May 18, 2015! Wine Club: Tasting Wines, Giving to Kevin’s Kids By Bernadette Manno Two busloads of Passaic/Morris Club members went to the Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and saw the production, Moses. Rock ‘n Rhythm performing for the Passaic/Morris Club Please support our advertisers, and tell them you read about them in the Renaissance Times. On November 24, members of the Wine Club could be seen entering the ballroom with their arms full of toys. This scene would make anyone wonder what these people were up to—the combination of wine and toys was an odd mix! Strange as it may seem, the members love this mix! They were bringing toys for Kevin’s Kids and they were about to spend the evening tasting some superior wines—what could be better? The meeting began with our president, Frank Mauriello, reminding us that the next meeting will be on January 26 and the annual dues of $15.00 per person would be due at that time. He also mentioned that our Speaker meeting will be held in February, with payment for that also due at the January meeting. We toasted all those who celebrated a birthday in November and December. Frank then introduced Alex George, who is in charge of Kevin’s Kids. He thanked the members for their sup- port and generosity, explaining that this was just not a “toy drive” but rather a “life drive,” because these toys affect the lives of the children in so many ways. The members really appreciated hearing that. Next up—wine! The wines for the evening came from Australia (Pepperjack Barossa Red), Chile (Montes Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenere), France (Maison Louis Jadot PouillyFuisse), Napa Valley (Hess Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon), and Tuscany (Marchesi de’Frescobaldi Vermentino Ammiraglia). These wines paired well with the finger foods prepared by Terry. The members were pleased with the selections, as was evidenced by empty bottles and clean plates. Door prizes went to several lucky members. The Executive Board of the Wine Club wishes all the residents of Renaissance a Happy New Year! By John Huetz Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Simply explained, Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in service of their country, while Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living veterans for their service. At the turn of the 20th century, President Woodrow Wilson declared November 11, Armistice Day, to be celebrated at the 11th hour when the original armistice between Germany and the Allied nations ended World War I. As usual on Veterans Day, Manchester Township called upon The Singing Raconteurs to help honor the veterans by singing “God Bless America” and “Let There Be Peace,” at the appropriate place in the ceremony. The day started with mild temperatures and sun, which made it comfortable not only for the audience but also for the speakers and singers. An Oliverie Funeral Home representative handed out a framed plaque with the veteran’s name, rank and branch of service printed on a decorative paper. In addition, Mayor Michael Fressola distributed a military pin to each veteran present. November 11, 2014, Veterans Day. The Manchester Township War Memorial The Singing Raconteurs attending Veterans Day observance in Manchester RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-5 The Singing Raconteurs – Veterans Day 2014 RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-6 Renaissance Friends of the Garden State Philharmonic ads-555 By Joan Hollander Vladimir Zaitsev, Pianist The Garden State Philharmonic’s second concert of the 2014-2015 season, An American Rhapsody, was held on Sunday, November 16 at Ocean County College. In his pre-concert discussion, “Musically Speaking,” Anthony LaGruth, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Garden State Philharmonic, announced that the orchestra would perform the works of five American composers: Leonard Bernstein, Louis Moreau Gottschalk, Aaron Copland, Scott Joplin, and George Gershwin. He then discussed their selected works which the orchestra would perform. The Leonard Bernstein selection was the overture to Candide. Candide is an operetta based on the novella of the same name by Voltaire. The work includes two principal themes, several melodies, and ends with a long crescendo. The orchestra performed three of Gottschalk’s works: Grand Tarantelle for Piano and Orchestra, a character dance; The Banjo; and La Gallina. There were two works by Aaron Copland. The first, Hoe-Down, is part of the orchestral suite from the ballet Rodeo. The second, Our Town, is a suite from the score of the film version of Thornton Wilder’s classic play Our Town. The orchestra also performed Variations on the Rag-times by Joplin. This work was composed in 1998 by Konstantine Vilensky. The lively piece is a set of variations based on several of Scott Joplin’s more familiar piano rags. The three post-interval works were by George Gershwin. The orchestra first performed the overture to Crazy for You, the musical comedy which won the 1992 Tony Award for Best Musical. Lyrics were by Ira Gershwin and music by George Gershwin. It is based on their 1930 musical Girl Crazy, but includes songs from other productions. The orchestra next performed Rhapsody in Blue. In 1924, Paul Whiting encouraged Gershwin to compose a serious “jazz concerto.” The resulting work Rhapsody in Blue combines elements of classical music and jazz. Since Gershwin had never written parts for orchestra instruments, the wonderful orchestration was by Ferde Grofe. The final work performed was Gershwin’s symphonic poem An American in Paris. This work was inspired by Gershwin’s own impressions of Paris during a visit there with his brother Ira early in 1928. Vincente Minnelli and Alan Jay Lerner’s 1951 movie version of this work starred Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. The featured guest artist was multi-award winning pianist Vladimir Zaitsev. While Mr. Zaitsev joined the orchestra for four of the works, his piano solo during Rhapsody in Blue made this performance truly memorable. Just Minutes from Renaissance in Manchester Plaza Thomas A. Van Dort Attorney at Law Your Elder-Law Specialist NJ Bar • FL Bar Free Consultations/House Calls Real Estate Asset Protection Professional and courteous service. Manchester Area • Trusts • Wills • POA • Guardianships • Living Wills • Medicaid • Special Needs Planning Comprehensive Estate and Financial Legal Services Expert advice from the attorney you can talk to. 057 675 Route 70, Lakehurst/Manchester (next to Goodyear) 732-657-5551 email: [email protected] #02 and # 03 By Dan David Wow, it’s 2015 already! People say that when you start collecting Social Security, time starts going faster. I’m beginning to believe them. Not only are we getting a year older, but our heating and A/C units and hot-water heaters are aging, too. Our Special Projects Committee has gotten two awesome companies to repair or replace those very important household items. I’m not allowed to publish the company names, but they are mentioned in RMC’s monthly handouts. Call RMC President Kuchar for further information. Our Travel Committee has arranged six great trips for residents to consider this year. Last month’s RMC article provided preliminary details on each trip. If you are interested in any of the trips, please call me at to get the particulars, including the costs. The RMC Executive Board wants to wish you all a very healthy and happy New Year. Italian-American Club– Lakehurst Naval Station Historical Society Tour By Jean Sutera On November 19, 2014, members of the Italian-American Club visited the Lakehurst Naval Station on a tour arranged by Vinnie Sutera, vice president of the club. The tour began at the Naval Cathedral where we viewed the interior of the cathedral with its historical stained glass windows. We then traveled in our own cars to the Lakehurst entrance where each of us had to provide a driver’s license for identification. Once inside the station, we proceeded to the Hindenburg crash site where our guide explained the events of the 1937 crash. We then entered the Heritage Center where another guide explained the history of blimps, including the Hindenburg, and showed us the display of airships and their history. The next segment of the tour took place in a hanger where a Navy blimp was hung. The guide discussed the height and width of these blimps, especially the Hindenburg, as they contrasted with the hangar dimensions. The final part of the tour was in a simulated flight deck which showed various military uniforms and equipment. We wish to thank everyone who took an interest in this tour and joined us on a cold, windy day. The Italian-American Club offered a donation to the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society. Men’s Club Treasurer Frank Dabice, second from left, welcomes new members Jim Agro, Mark Homowitz, and Jack Reddington at a recent meeting. Site of Hindenburg Crash Pete Turner adds some sauerkraut to a plate at the annual Men’s Club Hot Dog night. Replica of Blimp Please support our advertisers, and tell them you read about them in the Renaissance Times. RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-7 The Renaissance Men’s Club RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-8 Making the Season Bright “Quality is an Expression of Integrity” By Paul Wyciskala ENHANCE DENTAL HEALTH Dent • Comprehensive Examinations “Neither snow, nor rain...” is the issue of the Renaissance Times has • State Of The Art Cosmetic Services postal service motto. been issued, so their effort is largely • Mercury Free Fillings Art and The Renaissance •Garden Club’s unrecognized. However,The the ladies All Ceramic Crowns planter decorating day, December continue to do their part to keep the • Porcelain Veneers robert F. 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Pictured • Treatment of Sleep Apnea fir greens, eucalyptus, holly, bright below are the ladies who braved the red bows and vibrant red cardinal weather and other conditions to add figures. Unfortunately, this planting to the holiday ambiance. Thank you, has to be done after the December ladies, for your community spirit! on an initial comprehensive examination-full mouth series of X-rays & cleaning Save $150 $320.00 Value! With this coupon. Expires 1/31/2015 The Royal Hat Romantics enjoyed a wonderful Victorian Tea at 600 Main Street, Toms River, in October. In November, the Romantics gathered at Harpoon Willy’s, Manasquan, for a lovely luncheon overlooking the marina. (L-R) Adele Hamilton QM, Barbara Eustachewicz, Mary Lamanna, Mary Branick, Rita Kemptner, Ursula Mayer, Cathy Bogdan QV, and Pat Frydendahl. By Linda Yee We are looking for you! Never was there a truer statement. The Good Neighbors, a volunteer group at Renaissance, is here to help the homebound, their caregivers and those who live alone. We have several requests from men and women homebound residents who would like our assistance. The Good Neighbors’ policy is that we would like to have two volunteers provide social interaction with these residents. The volunteers can have simple conversation, take short walks or watch television. Our visits can also give the caregiver a chance to run errands or just take a time-out break. The caregivers have shown great appreciation for our assistance. The Good Neighbors could use a few good men as volunteers. We have some requests for men by family members of men who would like some social interaction. The men can watch a game on TV or play card games or just have a chat. We have had experiences where the men have become good friends. The Good Neighbors also have established an “Are you well?” call chain for Renaissance residents. If you live alone, a volunteer will call on a regular schedule to be sure you are doing well. We call just to be in touch. If you are homebound, a caregiver, or live alone, contact the Good Neighbors. We are here to help. Call Lorraine, Diane or Linda, or email us at [email protected]. Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 24, at 10:00 AM in the conference room at the clubhouse. Please come to volunteer and/or to learn how we can help our neighbors. Pictured from left to right: Kathy Breault, Marge Kerner, Barbara Wyciskala, Ginger Miceli and Dottie Polidoro. BEFORE AFTER Dentistry The Art and Science robert F. Cannis, D.m.D. 1200 River Ave. (Rt.9), Suite 3B LAKEWOOD • Impact your well being • Contribute to a healthy heart • Feel confident socially • Boost self-esteem 732-367-8200 At Cross River Mill Plaza. 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Carol, Cecilia Malibashka, MaryLou Falesto, Nancy Lazzaro, Francine Agostini and Janet Jones enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by students at the Culinary Institute. Various activities and events are available to the public at this site. There is the beautiful Ocean County Golf Course at Atlantis. All bridesto-be have been invited to a “Bridal Expo Event.” The Divas’ lunch was great in a variety of ways! Newest Art Club Member – Art News By Vinny Truncellito The second artist whose works ing. Since joining the club, I have are on display in the ballroom en- rekindled my interest in oil painting tryway is Vinny Truncellito. Here and moreover, have been exposed to is his story: new media such as colored pencil Hi, my name is Vinny Truncel- sketching and sepia work. I was lito. As a relatively recent member also introduced to watercolors this of the Renaissance Art Club, I am past summer through a short course proud to have been selected as its at Georgian Court University. My showcase artist for November/ next new challenge is going to be December. My wife and I moved working with acrylic paints. As a to Renaissance in May, 2012, and result, my works on display are a I joined the Art Club late last fall. combination of very old and very I first started to paint in oils in recent vintage. the mid 1970s when I took lessons Owing to my background with in a woman’s basement studio in two degrees in engineering, my style Bayonne, New Jersey. Soon I was is oriented to painstaking detail. filling requests for paintings from However, I do try to break out of friends and relatives. One of my that mold on occasion and be more favorite works evolved from a trip fluid and “splashy.” The Art Club to Paris in 1976. My wife and I were has been a source of not only new sitting along the Seine and I made a friendships, but also helpful tips and sketch of the Pont Neuf on a paper encouragement. bag. I completed an oil painting after Well worth seeing! returning home. 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It is through the generosity of our Renaissance residents that we donated 30 turkeys and hams, one ton of assorted nonperishables, and 173 gift cards (169 for $25.00 and 4 for $20.00). I want to thank all who gave of their time and energy towards this worthy cause. Special thanks to our Lifestyle Director, JoAnn Wolfe, whose assistance and support in planning and advertising helped to make this drive the success it was. Thanks also to Brenda Sloan, director of Social and Senior Services of Manchester, for all her years of service. I look forward to the day when this annual food drive will no longer be necessary. Again, thanks to everyone whose efforts, support, and donations made a difference for those in need. Without you it would have been an impossible task! Renaissance Women’s Club 732-840-5601 1941 HIGHWAY 88 • BRICKTOWN, NJ 08724 • LAUREL HEIGHTS PLAZA www.interiorviewsinc.com • PROUDLY SERVING MONMOUTH & OCEAN COUNTIES SINCE 1985 Interior Design for Every Room in Your Home Custom Window Treatments • Fine Furniture • Decorative Accessories By Judy Fasone We are proud to announce our 2015/2016 Executive Board: Barbara Clark, President; Linda Celiano, Vice President; Bernice Bailine, Secretary; Karen Vaccaro, Treasurer; Judy Fasone, Publicity; Bernadette Garguilo and Fran Truncellito, co-Hospitality; and, Cecelia Malibashka, Membership. We would like to thank all our members for giving us a memorable 2014. We look forward to future activities and fund-raising events. It is that time of year when annual dues will be collected. Please see our membership flyer in this edition of the newspaper. Forms will also be available at all meetings, or you may contact Cecelia Malibashka. Dues are $10.00, with checks payable to RWC. We look forward to seeing everyone at our January 7 meeting. All women who live in Renaissance are invited to join. Staten Island Club By Linda Pascarella There were happy times during November with the Staten Island Club. On November 14, members enjoyed a great evening at our monthly meeting. The Bronx Boys from Arthur Avenue put on a great musical hip-hop show. This talented trio had entertained us at Anna and Tony’s restaurant during our mystery bus ride, and we decided to invite them to Renaissance for those who didn’t get to see them. We expected them to bring the house down—and they did! They played a lot of our kind of music to rock and dance to—great vocalists, great music, great entertainment. We took a break to enjoy delicious desserts. It was a special and very enjoyable monthly meeting. On November 22, we were off to another great event. The club sponsored a trip to Cape May for its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Upon arrival, we started off with a delicious luncheon at Cape May’s Lobster House. Then, we reboarded our bus for a visit to Cape May Square, where we were greeted by young people dressed as characters from A Christmas Carol—Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Marley, Tiny Tim, Christmas Past, and others. It was very delightful. We did a bit of shopping, and we joined in carol singing and watched as they lit the 2014 tree in the square. Good times, good friends, and another happy November with the Staten Island Club! Providing great value, exceptional quality and timeless designs for the past 28 years. Up to 25% Off Select Hunter Douglas Window Fashions We invite you to schedule a free consultation with Ron. one of our many satisfied customers shared her experience with ron in this way… Enthusiastic & compassionate, that’s how I describe Ron Cantalupo! He transformed a house into a home & became part of our family along the way. 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Therefore, courtesy and sportsmanship are more important than ever to help us keep up the quality of the game. Golf etiquette has to be exhibited at all times. For the purpose of this column, rules will refer to an action or inaction taken by a golfer which would cause you to incur a penalty. Etiquette will be defined as consideration or courtesy that is expected between golfers. Following are tips and suggestions that might be helpful to all of us. Rule #1: If you are in a sand trap, and you touch the sand with your club before you swing (called grounding), a penalty will be incurred. Rule #2: On the putting green, the position of a ball to be picked up should be marked by placing a ball-marker behind the ball. When replacing the ball, put it in front of the marker, and then remove the marker. Etiquette #1: Players should play at a reasonable pace. It is a group’s responsibility to keep up with the players in front of them. If your group is behind by a complete hole or more, you should invite the players waiting to play through. Etiquette #2: Do not talk or stand too close to a player who is preparing to hit the ball. Tip #1: When taking practice swings on the tee, swing the club head several inches off the ground. This encourages you to swing more around your body (rather than up and down), which will help increase your speed and distance. Tip #2: To gain more distance, make sure to rotate your body’s core, through the shot, so your weight finishes on your left side. Finally, I thought it would be fun to have a category of rules that we wish we had, such as this one: If a putt passes over a hole without dropping, it is deemed to have dropped— the Law of Gravity supersedes the Rules of Golf! [No such luck!] Happy New Year to everyone! Please support our advertisers, and tell them you read about them in the Renaissance Times. The Marchitello Farmers Insurance Agency NOW IN NEW JERSEY 104 Beachwood Blvd., Beachwood, NJ Saving clients in Adult Communities Hundreds of dollars annually • Rates are extremely competitive • Free no obligation Quotes ANYTIME * AUTO * HOME * LIFE * RENTERS * MORE * We’ll come to you and introduce ourselves * Your new local family owned Farmers Agency Highly trained Local Agents who care Fax: 732-608-7517 We look forward to your phone call!! Steve Bevers We are Adult Community Specialists!! Email: staff[email protected] ad 4042 Office: 732-608-7320 Cell: 646-872-5144 On November 11, Larry Lichtenstein, Carol Leonard, Howie Garrison, Yechiel Amir and George Graber traveled to Rossmoor to play several friendly but competitive games of pickleball. Rossmoor, an age-restricted, adult community situated in Monroe Township (Middlesex County) not too far from exit 8A of the NJ Turnpike, is comparable in size to Renaissance. Its members are fortunate to have four newly-built pickleball courts. We played against and among Rossmoor players for about two hours, winning some and losing some. Fortuitously, the weather cooperated, with temperatures reaching into the low 60s, very little wind, and a subdued sun. Our thanks go out to Larry for making the arrangements with Frank Noble of Rossmoor to allow us to have a fun time and for driving us to the facility. The History of Shuffleboard Submitted by John Saccoman (Sources: zephyrhillsshuffle.com, stpeteshuffle.com) Although we know a little about its development, the origin of tabletop shuffleboard remains a mystery. It’s known to have been popular in English taverns and with English royalty as early as the 15th century. The origin of deck shuffleboard dates back to the 1840s. It was developed by the recreation directors of the Peninsular and Oriental Ship Line. The courts on the ship’s decks were marked with lined sections at either end, and numbered 1 to 10. The section nearest the player was called 10-off. Deck shuffleboard came ashore in 1913. Robert Baul, the owner of the Lyndhurst Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida, had played the game on a cruise ship. He enjoyed it so much that he decided to set up a court on the sidewalk in front of his hotel. It became so popular that other hotel and resort owners also had shuffleboard courts painted on their sidewalks. Shuffleboard’s popularity led to permanent cement courts being constructed all over Florida. However, nowhere was the popularity of shuffleboard greater than in St. Petersburg, Florida. The modern rules of the game were standardized throughout the country by the formation of the National Shuffleboard Association in 1931. These rules can be traced back to those used by teams in St. Petersburg around 1924. A committee, chaired by Phineas T. Ives, drew up what became the official rules of the game. Shuffleboard’s popularity peaked in the 1950s. Although its popularity has declined somewhat since then, it remains a popular sport throughout the world—and especially here at Renaissance (132 Renaissance residents participated in the 2014 season of Day League Shuffleboard). If you’re interested in playing a game that is fun and has royal roots over 400 years old, join us in the spring for the 2015 shuffleboard season. Leave your name and number on the sign-up sheet on the clubhouse bulletin board, or give me a call. RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-11 SPORTS Travel & Cruise Center ! ! r a e Y h t 6 2 r Celebrating Ou BOOK YOUR 2015 SUMMER CRUISE SPECIALS NOW! 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LaLa’s Cookie Sale Bag Lady Sale Margaritaville Houlihan’s Dine to Donate Raffle Books Paint the Town Pink Bow Coach Bag Bingo Stars of the Stage Auction GRAND TOTAL $ 859.00 725.00 2,069.00 271.00 3,977.89 3,425.00 2,107.64 5,448.16 $18,882.69 RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-15 RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-16 Shields: Children’s Events By Phil Gillhaus On October 11, Autism Speaks held its annual Walk Now for Autism Speaks event in Long Branch, New Jersey. Participants in the event sign up for a 1.5-mile walk and recruit sponsors to generate donations for the Autism Speaks charity. Many organizations and companies set up tents along the walk route, hand out refreshments to the walkers, and make donations. As in past years, members of our own Renaissance Shields were there handing out dozens of donuts from Dunkin’ Donuts, which were donated by member Eugene Casazza. This year was a little different, however, thanks to a steady downpour that lasted during the entire event. Thanks to Ted DeSordi, Ed Furlong, and Julio Ogno for braving the weather to support the walkers. Another annual Shields event is the delivery of Halloween pumpkins to the kids at Manchester Head Start. This year’s crop of 50 pumpkins was donated by Vince Ricciardi. On October 25, a platoon of members visited the Head Start facility to see the result of the children’s efforts decorating the pumpkins. It’s always fun to see these kids enjoying their Head Start activities. The Shields organization is dedicated to the support of children’s causes, including Head Start, Autism Speaks, and children’s medical research. Ted DeSordi, Julio Ogno, and Ed Furlong brave the weather to hand out refreshments to the walkers. John Lynaugh, Jerry Hunsinger, Ducky Spiezia, Julio Ogno, Al Pascarella, and Buddy Migner observe the kids decorating pumpkins. Finding Your Voice Taking Care of You By Bernice Bailine By Bill Jehle For those of us who have decided that we can integrate volunteering into our hectic active adult lifestyle, working on committees and being members of club executive boards places us into some very interesting situations. It was different when we were earning a living and were asked (or told) to work with others. We may not have been comfortable doing so, and we’d bite our lip, hold our breath and count to ten, or maybe even quit over it. In our present life we have the luxury of deciding if participating with other folks is worth the stress and anxiety. But I suggest another way of handling it. Stephen Covey offers a list that allows us to place ourselves in one of four different levels when we think about how we deal with differences: Level 1 – Tolerate: To endure or put up with someone’s differences. Level 2 – Accept: To consent to someone’s differences; to regard them as proper, suitable, or normal. Level 3 – Value: To be open and see someone’s differences as worthwhile. Level 4 – Celebrate: To deeply understand another’s point of view and to explain that point of view as well as or better than he or she could. Too often we arrive at the first level—tolerate— and stop. We simply “put up with” each other’s differences when we have a responsibility to keep climbing past acceptance, to levels where we value and celebrate one another. Why does this happen? Because there may be roadblocks that we have developed over our lives that cause this to occur. Strong emotions affect our ability to accept other people’s point of view. Prejudice, cliquish behavior, preconceived notions, unsubstantiated rumors, or just ignorance about some subjects lead a person to not even listen when others are expressing their ideas. Accepting and honoring each other’s differences, whether they are conservative or liberal, racial or ethnic, religious or cultural, is the essence of living together in harmony. It also gives us the opportunity to expand our knowledge and open up new and exciting ways to go about living our lives to the fullest. Someone said to me that now that I found my voice I cannot shut up. Finding one’s voice is the hardest thing a person tries to do for oneself. If you knew me about 20 years ago, you would not recognize me. I was a very shy (yes, I said shy) person with no confidence at all. This change did not happen overnight and it took a lot of work on my part, along with the help of a therapist. When the unthinkable happened and my husband became ill, I quickly found my voice. When I was sitting in the waiting room of the hospital as my husband was taken to surgery, I was surrounded by lawyers, accountants, friends, family, and others. All I saw were people’s mouths moving and telling me what to do. My husband and I had our wills and health directives in place for years, so I knew what he wanted and I had to implement it–not easy when you are dealing with family. I felt that at times I was on an island by myself. The decisions I made were ones that were right for my husband and me and no one else. I received a lot of criticism for opening my mouth and speaking my mind, but all I know is that my husband died with dignity, surrounded by the people who loved and cared for him. After his death I vowed never to let anyone force opinions on me. I found a confidence I never had before. When I decided to move, once again everyone had something to say. I was more savvy at this time and I relocated to an area where I would be happy. People do not like when you speak up and you are sometimes labeled as a troublemaker, obnoxious, or someone who will have a bad reputation. Know your heart and follow your gut feeling. Your best asset is your voice; do not be afraid to use it. 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How do you prioritize your resolutions and how successful do you expect to be in keeping them? 4. Why do you think people make resolutions? 5. What’s the most unusual New Year’s resolution you ever made? The first thing I discovered was that there are lots of people who no longer make New Year’s resolutions simply because they were unable to keep them in the past. Of those who do plan to make them, the overwhelming majority chose losing weight and exercising more. Other choices aimed to stop smoking, keep a smile on their faces, read more, give compliments, communicate better with family and friends, make scrapbooks for their kids, play better bridge, exhibit courage, and get more involved at Renaissance. As for keeping the resolutions they made, some were very successful (stopping smoking and losing weight) while others admitted that they started off well, but then petered out after a few months. Some were able to keep half of the resolutions they made. In prioritizing their resolutions, some people chose just one thing to concentrate on, while others were more ambitious, thinking that with strong will power they could meet their goal. Most were positive about the reasons people make resolutions– getting a fresh start in the New Year, becoming a better person, providing hope for the future. Still others thought people made them out of habit, or because everybody else was doing it, or because they were dissatisfied with their lives and hoped to change. There were some unusual resolutions: changing the world, improving memory, enjoying life to the fullest, emptying one’s bucket list, remembering to keep the garage door closed to spare neighbors from the sight, telling your spouse that you love them every day, cleaning out the garage, and stomping grapes. One gentleman plans to obey his wife at all times; another plans to get back to his army weight, while his wife would like to look like she did in her twenties. I have to say I was most impressed with one woman who shared that she made a resolution to lose weight. In order to do that, she spent six weeks at the Duke Diet and Fitness Center in North Carolina to learn about lifestyle change, enabling her to lose 135 pounds (she has maintained her weight for 22 years). Another gentleman shared that he made a resolution to learn to scuba dive off Cape Cod and almost drowned. He stopped making resolutions. The bottom line is that it’s up to you—to make New Year’s resolutions, or not. New Jersey Trivia By Bob Catanzaro 1. With more than a dozen shops dedicated to making delectable and decadent cakes, pies, pastries, ice-cream and other sweets, what municipality is considered by some to be the dessert capital of New Jersey? A) Red Bank B) Westfield C) North Arlington D) Summit 2. About how many tires has the Passaic River Sewerage Commission pulled from the Passaic River in Paterson over the last three years? A) 100 B) 500 C) 1,000 D) 5,000 3. Who will be the highest paid New Jersey state employee in 2015? A) Governor B) State Attorney General C) Rutgers Head Football CoachD) Casino Regulatory Commissioner 4. True or False? New Jersey currently spends the most in the nation on road repairs. _______ 5. Noah Cordle, a 10-year-old youngster from Springfield, Virginia, found an arrowhead in Beach Haven, New Jersey in August of 2014 that researcher Dennis Stanford of the National Museum of Natural History estimates probably dates back _______ years. A) 400 to 700 B) 1,200 to 2,200 C) 5,000 to 8,000 D) 13,500 to 14,000 6. What county’s population in New Jersey is projected by state planners to increase the most by 2020? A) Burlington B) Ocean C) Hudson D) Essex 7. What New Jersey county is named in honor of royal governor, Robert Hunter (1666-1734), who was governor of New York and New Jersey from 1710 to 1720? _______________ 8. True or False? Gypsy moth damage to trees was higher than normal throughout New Jersey during the 2014 spring/summer.________ 9. New Jersey’s first state troopers were trained under the command of Colonel H. Norman Schwarzkopf (“Stormin’ Norman’s” father) in what year? A) 1891 B) 1901 C) 1911 D) 1921 10. Who makes the best pizza in the entire state of New Jersey, according to Peter Genovese, a well-traveled pizza lover, writing for New Jersey Advanced Media? A) Maurizio’s (Hamilton) B) Star Tavern (Orange) C) Santillo’s Brick Oven Pizza (Elizabeth) D) DeLorenzo’s (Robbinsville) [Answers on page B-24] Please support our advertisers, and tell them you read about them in the Renaissance Times. By Kathleen Middleton [Source: word-buff.com] [Answers on page B-24] SUDOKU Watch anyone solving a Sudoku puzzle and you see a brain on fire: eyes transfixed, pencil (or pen for the audacious) skittering across the squares, a number scribbled in place, done! Surprisingly, what looks like work is actually fun. Not so surprising, say cognitive scientists because your brain loves solving puzzles. That’s how it learns. It thrives on the bursts of pleasure that are part of the brain’s reward system when you solve problems and challenges. [Answers on page B-24] More than 50 million people work on crossword puzzles daily, enjoying the challenge and keeping their minds sharp. Whether you're a novice or an experienced wordsmith, these tips will help you to solve crosswords faster and more efficiently. 1. Begin with a quick “once-over.” Go through the entire puzzle and immediately fill in any answers you know (check crossing entries to ensure that you’re correct). Filling in even a few blanks can help to “get the ball rolling” and will give you a good start in solving the puzzle. 2. Try to “crack” the theme. Most crosswords have a “theme,” often hinted at in the title (clues sometimes starred; answers symmetrically placed, frequently long, more than one word). Once you crack one of the themed answers, move to the other long answers (or starred clues) to see how the theme connects to them. For instance, some crosswords will have book titles or word play or famous sayings as part of the theme. 3. Don’t be afraid to guess—or erase. Pencil in (lightly) guesses that fit. Then try to confirm your guess by checking the crossing entries. If intersecting letters seem to fit, you’re on your way. If they don’t fit, erase them, or they may stump you later. 4. Learn the repeaters. Certain words, often obscure in everyday usage, occur frequently in crosswords. With practice over time, these repeaters will become familiar to you. Once learned, they will “jump out” and become easy fill-in’s (“Sword” = EPEE; “Yale student” = ELI). 5. Remember that clues and answers “match.” There are certain clue conventions, or rules, that crosswords always adhere to: The answer to a clue is never included in the clue itself. A clue will always be written in the same part of speech as the answer. Check clues that call for answers ending in S, ED, EST or ING. Often these endings can be penciled in (but not always!)— checking the crossers of these answers will help you to know if the ending applies. For instance, if both the across and down clue is plural for two answers which cross on the last letter, chances are that letter is “S.” Foreign words will be noted directly ["Friend: Fr." = AMI] or indirectly ["Friend, in Paris” or “Friend to Pierre”]. Abbreviated answers are indicated directly ["Whistlestop (Abbr.)" = STA] or indirectly with an abbreviated word as part of the clue ["RR stop"]. 6. Don’t “rush to judgment.” Approach clues with an open mind. Many words share the same spelling but have completely unrelated meanings: (e.g., “Tire,” “Tear,” “Bear,” “Spring,”). Some words use the same form for past and present (e.g., “Put”) or singular and plural (e.g., “Fish”). A plural clue may not have an answer that ends in “s” (“FBI agents” = GMEN). A clue word may be different parts of speech (“Rear,” noun meaning BACK, or verb meaning RAISE). 7. Think outside the box. Puzzle creators love to challenge the solver with deliberately misleading clues. “Potter’s field” could be MAGIC. “Bow” may refer to a weapon, a bending gesture, or several other meanings. 8. Look for “cute” answers to questions. A question mark at the end of a clue indicates wordplay, or something “cute” (e.g., “Italy’s capital?” = LIRA. “Present time?” = YULETIDE. 9. Watch for multi-word answers. Remember that an answer can be made up of more than one word, without any warning in the clue. Many puzzles contain common phrases or well-known titles. Even short answers can contain more than one word ("Get under way" = GO ON; looks like GOON). 10. Don’t give up. Stumped? A break can do wonders! Put the puzzle away and come back to it later—hours, or even days later. Something invariably will jump out, and you’ll have an “Aha!" moment. Often, getting that one answer can lead to the complete solution of the puzzle. 11. When all else fails, cheat! If you are well and truly at an impasse and the solution is beyond your grasp, then, by all means, consult a dictionary, ask someone, or check the Internet. Solving a challenging puzzle, even with help, will “stretch” you and make you a bit smarter and sharper than you were before. So, don't be afraid to look things up. Learn, and remember. You will find that you know more and more facts—state capitals, major rivers, seas, world currencies, foreign words, definitions, and more. All of that memorizing and mental exercise is good for your brain. Practice really does make perfect! And the satisfaction that comes from completing a challenging puzzle is wonderfully addictive. Start solving! RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-19 You Can Do It! RENAISSANCE TIMES JANUARY 2015 PAGE B-20 Kindness Matters Dear Friends, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to all of you for the outpouring of kindness and friendship you’ve shown to me and to my beloved husband Morris. Whether it was a kind word, a visit, or a card, it was greatly appreciated. Life is a journey and it is good to know that on the way through my journey, Renaissance is the best place for me to be. It has given me warmth, courage, and the will to continue on. May God Bless you all and keep you in the palm of his hands. With much love and affection, Phyllis Zauberman I want to thank the person who brought the silver chain that I dropped in the parking lot to the front desk. I was looking all over the ballroom for it and so appreciate having it returned. Thank you. Sharon Newfield To all my friends, neighbors and RLGA golfing buddies: I would like to thank each and every one of you for the overwhelming amount of get-well cards and phone calls of encouragement. 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