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Four Seasons Times Volume 20, No. 2 February 2015 FROM THE EDITOR February--the month of Love…and, as the song says, “What the world needs now is love sweet love…” Many years ago, Dr. Andrew Weil suggested that we refrain from watching the news before going to bed because it is often too upsetting. How true! Lately, I don’t want to watch the news at all, at any time of the day or night. So, in an attempt to focus on love rather than hate, here are some quotes about that most basic of human emotions: ♥ Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.~Mother Teresa ♥ I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.~Martin Luther King, Jr. ♥ Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.~Oscar Wilde ♥ Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eye.~H. Jackson Brown, Jr. ♥ The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.~Audrey Hepburn ♥ Where there is love there is life.~Mahatma Gandhi ♥ There is no remedy for love but to love more.~Henry David Thoreau ♥ We waste time looking for the perfect lover, instead of creating the perfect love.~Tom Robbins Love, Karel FROM THE BOARD On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I’d like to wish our Four Seasons families a Happy and Healthy New Year. In addition, I would like to thank our residents for their generous donations for our employees. We are grateful to the staff for their hard work and services that they provide to us throughout the year. Our first executive Board meeting was held on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. During this meeting, we had our Board of Trustees reorganization. Erma Hoover will continue another year as President of the Board. I would like to personally extend my congratulations to Erma who has worked tirelessly this past year. I have the honor of serving the community as Vice President. Colleen Moore will be the Board Treasurer, and John Nardone our Board Secretary. Joanne Rodgers, Chet Galdo, and Gary Krause continue as Trustees. Thanks to the Four Seasons Board members for their hard work as volunteers. All of our committee members have been appointed, chosen their officers, and have begun meeting and working hard to continue to make the community a fabulous place in which to live. Good news from the Pool Committee: the conversion of the indoor pool to salt water was scheduled for completion by the middle of January. The spa/hot tub is back in operation. Those amenities are a great reprieve from the cold. As our community continues to age, it is imperative that we continue to maintain our buildings and property. Many projects are in the works, including work on the Vita Path, Clubhouse, and Activity Center. Thank you to the Finance Committee for their hard work on our budget--their expertise enables us to maintain a high level both fiscally and physically. In January, we had our first dusting of snow and singledigit temperatures. Many of our Snowbirds have flown the coop. For those of us remaining, let’s hope for a drier, warmer winter than we’ve had so far. Diana Braisted, Vice President, Board of Trustees Karel Schnitzer, Editor [email protected] Spring Is Just Around The Corner & The Four Seasons Housing Market Is Heating Up 5 Fallcrest (Hickory) i Listed & House Sold Dom 69 Days 69 Spring Valley (Aspen) i Listed & House Sold Dom 176 Days 83 Jadelawns (Chestnut) i Listed & House Sold Dom 15 Days 19 Summerwinds (Danberry) i Sold This Property 26 Greenways (Danberry/GC) i Listed & House Sold Dom 37 Days 12 Spring meadow (Hickory) i Listed & House Sold Dom 73 Days 33 Spring Valey (elm/GC) i Sold This Property 35 Greylawn (Chestnut) i Sold This Property 28 Spring meadow (extd. elm) i Listed & House Sold Dom 77 Days 10 Downwinds (3-bdrm. Cedar) i Listed & House Sold Dom 10 Days 40 Silverside (Chestnut) i Sold This Property **DOM is Days On Market 732-779-6616 I Appreciate The Opportunity To Earn Your Business And Look Forward To Exceeding Your Expectations. 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PAGE 2 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 FOUR SEASONS TIMES 1560 Spring Meadow Drive Lakewood, NJ 08701 (732) 262-1807 Four Seasons Times Staff STEERING COMMITTEE Karel Schnitzer.................................................Editor-in-Chief Davida Schachter ........................................Consulting Editor Ceil Sherman...................................................Assistant Editor Rosalie Caputo.......................................................... Treasurer Jeri Hadley.................................................... Chairman/Reporters Lois Geschwind.................................. Chairman/Proofreaders Mel Franzblau.................................. Chairman/Photographers Ann Vernola/Vinnie Grandville.................. Co-Chairs/Typists Patricia Spillane........................... Chairman/Telephone Squad Dagmar Santangelo......................................... Office Manager Judi Comer...............................................Recording Secretary Madeline Raheb...................................... Ass’t/Special Events PRODUCTION COMMITTEE Proofers—Lenore Breslau, Sheldon Fialkoff, Lois Geschwind, Lois Piermattei, Susan Rutsky, Irv Sachs, Ruth Spector, Sonny Zegas Typists—Rosalie Caputo, Vinnie Grandville, Ann Vernola Office Manager—Dagmar Santangelo REPORTERS Sally Bassoff, Liz Candiotti, Priscilla Greenwald, Jeri Hadley, Beverly Keyes, Roz Obolsky, Terri Peters, Frankie Prager, Dorothy Shechtman, Hilda Sutton, Susan Zucker PHOTOGRAPHERS Louise Cremonni, Mel Franzblau, Howie Geschwind, Brian Kenney, Jeri Kenney, Joe Parisi, Mike Welch TELEPHONE SQUAD Natalie Aronson, Marcia Cohen, Helen Donlin, Helen Falk, Marilyn Forman, Joan Fischer, Marion McDermott, Patricia Spillane FEATURE WRITERS Joyce Becker, Annette Chomsky, Ernie DiMeglio, Rae Frank, Bob Hertzendorf, Erma Hoover, Beverly Keyes, Susanne Mars, Roz Obolsky, Charlie Philip, Terri Peters, Lois Piermattei, Dorothy Rohland, Davida Schachter, Harold Schachter, Bob Schneider, Lois Schwartz POLICY The Four Seasons Times is published eight times a year and distributed free, under the sponsorship of the Board of Trustees of the Four Seasons Community Association, to every household. Publication schedule for 2015 is: January, February, April, May, July, August, October, November. All residents are invited to submit articles of interest along with relevant photographs. Material must include the writer’s name and telephone number. The deadline for submission of articles is the first week of the month preceding the upcoming issue. This publication is produced primarily for the purpose of informing, educating, and entertaining the members of our community. Therefore, we will only accept articles that are not offensive, divisive, or political in nature. All material is subject to approval by the Steering Committee, which reserves the right to edit or reject it. 2015 FOUR SEASONS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES Community Association members Erma Hoover................................................. President Diana Braisted..................................... Vice-President Colleen Moore..............................................Treasurer John Nardone................................................Secretary Chet Galdo....................................................... Trustee Gary Krause..................................................... Trustee Joanne Rodgers................................................ Trustee 2015 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Jack Chambers.............................................. President Mara Suvatey........................................Vice President Juan Rivera...................................................Secretary Sy Siegal.......................................................... Trustee Joe Coco.......................................................... Trustee COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS 2015 Architectural Control........................... Bob Schneider Buildings & Grounds.................................. Tony Ross CAL ..................................................Chomie Persson Emergency management............................ Marge Detjen Finance..................................................Hirsh Marantz Geese Control........................................ Pete Kelleher Golf.................................................Larry Weisenstein House & Recreation......................... Louise Cremonni Judiciary...................................................Pat Wachtler Landscape.....................................Ramona Lucadamo Library.........................................Dorothy Shechtman Pool........................................................... Rich Hutter Social.....................................................Maxine Paley Website................................................. Barry Sinclair Four Seasons Times............................Karel Schnitzer NO MARCH ISSUE Deadline for APRIL issue: March 2 ([email protected]) For Advertising Information Please Contact Senior Publications at 1-888-637-3200. Deadline is the 8th of each month. PAGE 3 In This Issue... Golf Membership Form................................. pg. 13 It’s Not Just “Stuff”...................................... pg. 31 Credit or Debit............................................... pg. 32 Visit Island Heights....................................... pg. 35 OC Library Magazine Service......................... pg. 44 February is American Heart Month • • • • • • • • Monitor your blood pressure and cholesterol Eat a healthy diet Maintain a healthy weight Exercise daily Don’t smoke Limit alcohol use Manage your diabetes Take your medicine(s) 2015 Four Seasons Times Schedule ARTICLES DUE ISSUE ** NO MARCH ISSUE ** April March 2 May April 2 ** NO JUNE ISSUE ** July June 1 August July 6 ** NO SEPTEMBER ISSUE ** October September 1 November October 5 ** NO DECEMBER ISSUE ** January 2016 PAGE 4 November 25 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 FROM THE ASSOCIATION OFFICE MARK YOUR CALENDAR BULK COLLECTION--MONDAY MAY 11th ~~~More Information To Come~~~ HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR CHILDREN’S POOL HOURS, 1 - 4 P.M. (Schedule based on Lakewood School District’s calendar) Items Not Allowed Paint Tires Batteries Propane Tanks Motor Oil Pool Chemicals Antifreeze Hazardous Waste Regulated Medical Waste Yard Waste Construction Debris Car Parts TV’s / Computers February 16th President’s Day April 6th–10th Spring Break September 7th Labor Day th November 11 Veteran’s Day November 26-27th Thanksgiving December 21st-January 1st Winter Break* *Pool Closes At Noon On Christmas Eve And New Year’s Eve. Pool Closed December 25th And January 1st. I may be president of the United States, but my private life is nobody’s damn business. ~ Chester A. Arthur Allowed Items Furniture Small household appliances (toasters, toaster ovens, broilers) Everyday household items (pots and pans, dishes, bedding, mattresses, box springs) Carpeting (rolled and tied in sections no larger than four feet in length). 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And--have Susan stamp it “Received” and dated. She is sweet, polite, and gracious. However, your work order leaves her desk, sometimes never to be seen again. Not quite so when you have the numbered work order receipt, and it rests in their computer to be easily retrieved and acted upon, without you having to become distressed. If distress is anticipated or unavoidable, pass it on to your board member. Let them distress for you. We (board members) hired on to represent you and we We are a nation of communities... a brilliant diversity spread like stars, like a thousand points of light in a broad and peaceful sky. ~ George H.W. Bush will do our best to follow through on any work order that has run amok. But you have to have the “receipt.” Juan Rivera is checking on open work orders monthly. He feels your reasonable jobs should be handled promptly, and if not, you should be advised what to expect. I hope that feels (sounds) like spring air to your concerns. We are trying. 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The committee for 2015 will be: Bob Schneider, Chairman; Hilary Greenberg, Vice Chair; Sue Rutsky, Secretary; and Rochelle Adler, Sally Bassoff, Tony Della Fave, George Frazer, Pat Kelleher, Cookie Pisano, Sal Possumato, Andrew Renda, and Dagmar Santangelo. Hilary is our pre-inspection team leader and Dagmar is our post-inspection team leader. As I mentioned in the ACC year-end report for 2014, we approved 63 Modification Requests of which 26 were Fast-Track items. The ACC is always looking to expand our Fast-Track list, with Board approval, in order to allow our residents to start their projects earlier. A Modification Request Form (MRF) must be submitted for any changes to the exterior of the house. Work cannot begin until an approval letter from the Management Office is received. This applies to both free-standing and condo homes. The ACC meets the third Wednesday of each month; your MRF should be in the Management Office at least one week prior to that date. If the request is not a Fast-Track item, the Board will review the recommendation of the ACC and vote on it at their next open meeting. Give yourself enough lead time to line up a contractor to begin work. Planting beds on the side of the walkways are to be no more than eighteen inches wide, while beds around foundations and patios can be twenty four Trust your feet to the Hands of a board Certified foot Specialist Latest Procedures & Techniques to Treat: • Ingrown & Deformed Nails • Corns & Calluses • Bunions & Hammertoes • Foot & Ankle Injuries • Diabetic Foot Care / Diabetic Shoes • Arch & Heel Pain Eliminate Heel Pain • Certified in ESWT Medicare Assignment Accepted William A. Sachs D.P.M., FACFAS Managed Care Participant 10 Kettle Creek rd., Toms river spc-497a er 732-255-7070 www.adultandchildfootcare.com inches. Please keep those shrubs and other plantings pruned back so they do not block any sprinkler heads. Page 14 0f your 2013 Residents Policy Handbook is very explicit about displays around your home and exterior appearance. Please read that section carefully. Follow-up letters from Management and fines will be imposed for failure to follow these regulations. A copy of the Residents Policy handbook can be gotten from the Management Office; or you can go on-line to the Four Seasons website to review the complete document. Once again, contact the Management Office if you would like to address the ACC committee. Bob Schneider, ACC Chairman War may sometimes be a necessary evil. But no matter how necessary, it is always an evil, never a good. We will not learn how to live together in peace by killing each other’s children. ~ Jimmy Carter Trust your feet to a board Certified fo Latest Procedu & Techniques William A. Sachs D.P.M., FACFAS • Ingrown & Defo • Corns & Calluse • Bunions & Ham • Foot & Ankle In • Diabetic Foot Ca • Arch & Heel Pai Eliminate Heel P Medicare A 10 Kettle Creek rd., 732-255-7 www.adultandchildfootcare.com Lake Ridge Renaissance PAGE 9 PAGE 10 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE On January 5th, our committee convened to lay out plans and try to solve some current issues. We elected new officers for 2015 and welcomed two new members to this very busy group of residents dedicated to keeping the 407 acres of Four Seasons in proper working order. This is not a small task. Tony Ross was re-elected to serve as Chairman of this committee, and Bud Hoover was chosen to be our new Vice-Chairman. Serving as our new Secretary will be returning member Flo Schneider. Other returning members include Joe Tighe, Thomas Lands, John Peters, Murray Rudnick, Tony Thomas, Dominic Cuozzo, Lou La Mastro, and Dan Clayton. The new members are William (Bill) Albert and Robert Wallman, who come to us with experience in the matters which our committee oversees. Chet Galdo, from the Board of Trustees, and Robert DeSantis, from Taylor Management, will serve as our liaisons for this new year. Our Facilities (on-site) Engineer is Victor Fronzo, who attends all of our meetings We know that many of you have asked about the Spa in the Indoor Pool and why it was not working. We have called in Hutchinson Heating and A/C Company to find parts needed, or in some cases, make parts, to get the Spa in working order. The Spa heater needed a new heat exchanger, pressure governor, and bypass valve. Finding parts to complete the repairs is not easy since the Spa is old and is not easy to fix when things break down. It takes considerable more time than just going to Home Depot to get a plumbing part. We needed plumbing repairs on the boiler in the Clubhouse. There was a leak in the water manifold; and then the pressure-relief valve had to be replaced. All the pumps for the water features at Shorrock Street and at Hole 1 of the golf course were inspected and Lic # 9677 GAron T. PLumbinG & HeATinG 24 Hr Emergency Service • All Plumbing Repairs and Maintenance • Fixtures/Faucets-Repaired & Replaced • Sewer & Drain Cleaning • Hot Water Heaters Repaired & Replaced • Handicap Fixtures and Accessories Dr. Jeffrey B. Finkel Podiatrist • Outside Faucets Repaired & Replaced foot Specialist • Service Gas Furnaces • Repair & Replace Broken Piping Lions Head Office Park 35 Beaverson Blvd. (Bldg. 4) Brick, N.J. 732-920-2255 New Patients Welcome House Calls Available Lou La Mastro, B&G member • Single Lever Laundry Valves Dr. Jeffrey B. Finkel Podiatrist foot Specialist Medicare Assignment Accepted turned off for the winter season. This was supervised under the direction of Victor Fronzo. The sub-committee for the Vita Path met and reviewed the drawings created by Burdick Engineering, one of our many contractors needed to keep our infrastructure functioning. Mr. Fronzo indicated that bids were sent to contractors in mid-January. Loose pavers at the upper tennis courts, bocce courts, shuffleboard courts, Clubhouse patio area, and indoor pool will be repaired when weather permits. We are also aware that many street lights on Four Seasons Drive are not working and may not be for some time. It is NOT a matter of changing bulbs, but rather underground wiring problems. JCP&L is responsible for the fix; and we are asking Taylor Management to put some pressure on them to move faster on the situation. The Clubhouse Music Room will be getting a new heating and A/C unit. Drainage work near the Parkway area of Four Seasons will begin in the spring. Joe Tighe reported that the roadways throughout the community will be put on a 5-year plan for improvements subsequent to the Board of Trustees reviewing his motion to hire Burdick Engineering to evaluate the roadways. Days-Evenings Saturdays ads-1798 • $2500 Senior Discount Lions Head Office Park Call Us For YourBlvd. Plumbing 35 Beaverson (Bldg. 4) And Heating Needs! Brick, N.J. 732-920-5721 732-920-2255 ads-2693 PAGE 11 on L.C. GOLF COMMITTEE First, I would like to introduce the 2015 Golf Committee Members: Tom Berroyer, Dan Braccio, Joe Crane, Bob Demsey, Ceil Franzblau, Arlene Gietter, Don Guida, Bob Muehlbauer, Ernie Marino, Gloria Nissinoff, Linda Pelletier, Hanni Ferguson, Rosalie Petrsoric, Nancy Poorten, Jim Sclafani, Ray Sitko, and me, Larry Weisenstein. I know that every one of these people will have the best interests of our Golf Membership as their Number One priority. 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This year we will bring our four-year total donation to the Wounded Warrior Project to over $50,000. I am proud to tell you that our Four Seasons Community is well known and highly respected at the Wounded Warriors main headquarters in Jacksonville, Fl. As we get ready for our new season, just remember that golf is a game of honor. So always have fun, always be truthful, and always obey the rules of golf. Larry Weisenstein, Chairperson, Golf Committee Locations in Ocean County FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 PAGE 13 HOUSE AND RECREATION COMMITTEE The House and Rec Committee was productive in 2014, my first year as Chairperson. • A sub-committee was formed for the Fitness Center; all complaints will go directly to Management. • The tennis courts had new screens installed. • The price for bus trips was increased to $30. • Trips to Atlantic City are now $23. • As of 2015, the Ballroom rental fee will be $500 and the Activity Center, $300. • All chairs and carpeting have been cleaned. • Pool tables may be re-covered in 2015 (if needed) • One major project for 2015 will be the refurbishing of the bocce courts. This is now in the hands of the Buildings and Grounds Committee. • Zumba classes were approved as was the purchase of fans needed for the class. The committee worked in harmony in 2014, and I hope this will continue in 2015. I hope you enjoyed the holiday season and wish good health to all. Louise V. Cremonni, Chairperson PAGE 14 JUDICIARY COMMITTEE We, the Judiciary Committee, hope you all had a Happy New year. This past year we were both busy and slow. We either had two hearings per meeting or nothing on our calendar for months. Our responsibility of monitoring trash and parking violations ticketing has lessened. The 2015 committee has lost the wisdom of Harry Lane. He is moving on to “bigger and better” endeavors, but we are adding Joan Lofgren, Ted O’Keefe, and Walt Schoenwolf. We will be a large committee of 15 volunteers. I want you to know that our committee is dedicated and extremely thoughtful and fair. We work very well together. As you know, our meetings are confidential and I have never heard any information circulating in our community about incidents or people attending our hearings. Thank you. May you all have a wonderful healthy new year. Pat Wachtler, Chairperson We must teach our children to resolve their conflicts with words, not weapons. ~ William J. Clinton FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 POOL COMMITTEE Well, it is a new year, and there is some news to report from The Pool Committee. The hot tub was down for repairs for a number of weeks; but, as of now (early January), it is back up and running. There is nothing better on a cold winter day than a nice swim in our heated indoor pool and then a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Please come on over and swim some laps and spend some time warming up. It is great exercise and good for the winter blues. In other news, we are converting our indoor pool to salt water. That conversion should be complete by the time you read this article. No more harsh chemicals, no more chlorine smell, and no more ruining your bathing suit! In addition to being a healthy alternative for your skin, salt water swimming pools have several advantages over chlorine pools, including fewer chemicals, lower cost of upkeep, and minimal maintenance. Sounds like a win-win situation! We are already looking forward to the summer months and the outdoor pool opening. It is always good to plan ahead. Our committee is dedicated to maintaining a safe and enjoyable pool experience for all of our residents. We understand the importance of communication and will attempt to keep everyone informed of any changes and updates. If you have any problems or suggestions please give me a call. Richard Hutter, Chairman May we never confuse honest dissent with disloyal subversion. ~ Dwight D. 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Warmer days will soon be here, They were picked up by a member of the Sheriff’s When Bocce starts another year. Department and were distributed to needy children in Here are special dates to remember this year for Ocean County. Bocce: At our December 18th meeting we filled gift bags 1. Wednesday, April 22nd, at 7:00 P.M. SHARP in for the women in the battered women’s shelter. the Ballroom: Captains meeting. Every team should be Have a Happy and Healthy New Year. represented by either a captain or a team member (or a Rita Abagnalo neighbor or a friend). After the schedules and rosters are distributed, we will have a short sit-down meeting. Any schedules not picked up that evening will be left at the Activity Desk in the Clubhouse for pick-up. 2. Monday, May 11th: Opening day! Let the games begin!!! CHORUS 3. Week of July 27th: Play-off week. On each night, the four teams with the most points will play each other Last month our esteemed to determine the nightly winner. editor, Karel Schnitzer, in4. Monday, August 3rd and Tuesday, August 4th: vited one and all to join Finals. All five nightly winners will compete for the her in the “Land of 2015” title of Grand Champion. Italian ices will be served to in the quest of new things all Bocce League members on the final night of Bocce. to explore and enjoy, as 5. Tuesday, August 18th, 1-5:00 P.M: Our Bocce well as continuing with the Awards Banquet. The venue has not as yet been con“tried and true.” Little did she realize that she would firmed. Details will follow. be joined in this journey by the true Snowbirds (we As of this writing, our games will start at 6:00 P.M. stay and face winter) of the Chorus, who, for the first or 7:00 P.M., except for WEDNESDAY night — which time since the inception of this group, will be meeting will also have a 5:00 P.M. start time. If more teams weekly on Mondays, at 3:00 P. M,. just to fill our time are added to other nights, we might have to start them with song. We’re getting together to exercise our earlier also. vocal chords with the company of people we enjoy, To our Bocce TRAVEL team members, please note till the sissy “birds” (who flee frigid air) return and that the season begins on Wednesday, May 6th. But, we can begin rehearsals for our Spring Concert and please note that we will be playing on Thursday, MAY Memorial Day Program. When Sally Chesley, the th 7 , because our bowling banquet is scheduled for May leader of the Chorus, proposed the idea of the interim th 6 at noon. Our first game is scheduled at South Knolls. get-togethers, it was greeted with enthusiasm; and, by Please meet in the parking lot at 8:00 A.M. on May the time you read this, we will have happily attended th 7 . Your travel schedule will be part of the packet of our first gathering in mid-January. With song emanatmaterials you receive with the nightly League schedule. ing from our hearts, we invite you to join us to chirp Our Bocce Leagues (night League and travel team) in the New Year. are open to all residents. Call me. It’s not too late to Roz Obolsky join! Carol MacDonald, Bocce Chairperson If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter. ~ George Washington Please Patronize Our Advertisers PAGE 17 BOWLING--PIN TALK Our winter season, with 32 teams, is well underway as you read this article. The fall season ended on December 17th, with some great individual and team bowling. We had two teams in the A Division tied for Second Place; total pins plus handicap were used as a tiebreaker. A DIVISION 1st SNOW BIRDS - Anna Corsaro - Jim Corsaro - Irv Sachs 2nd THE HOBOS - Judy Lombardi – Pat Lombardi – Ginny McHugh – Pat McHugh 3rd. HOPEFULS - Joe Cudia – Joh Kovacs -Rosealie Petrsoric – Mike Petrsoric NOTE: A bowler in our league cannot win more than one individual award. High Average MEN WOMEN James Gianfrancesco 203 1. Joyce Rubenstein 165 Sal Tobia 196 2. Diane Abbatemarco 152 Pat Igneri 184 3. Carla Rosenberg 149 High Series Major Yaccarino 650 1. Pat Brancaccio 535 Jerry Gordon 634 2. Ginny McHugh 511 Mike Petrsoric 624 3. Sandy Montaigne 499 High Game Pat McHugh 278 1. Carol Clayton 186 Mel Salzman 47 2. Judy Lombardi 185 Pete Kelleher 247 3. Betty Mahalik 181 B DIVISION 1st. SPARE CHANGE – Sue Arnold – Gayler Garrabrandt – Anna Gruosso – Vera Lafortezza 2nd, WANNABES _ Janet Fiorletti – Carmella Giambrone – Carol MacDonald – Cookie Pisano 3rd. THE INLAWS -- Pat Brancaccio - Terry Brancaccio – Marie Sheridan – John Sheridan High Average MEN WOMEN Phil Decarlo 158 1. Anna Gruosso 149 Pat Brancaccio 156 2. Diana Brainstead 144 Shelly Robinson 153 3. Carol MacDonald 136 High Series Butch Anderson 488 1. Janet Fiorletti 483 John Peters 485 2. Rosealie Kennedy 461 Louis Esposito 478 3. Olga Pisano 451 High Game Frank Suppa 194 1. Cynthia Gurman 188 Jerry Schneiderman 187 2. Kathy Suppa 178 Allen Ohlstein 185 3. Sandra Decarlo 177 Congratulations to the winners and to all of our bowlers who show up every week and bowl even when they are hurting or feeling ill. We do have some tough women and men. Our winter season ends on April 29th, followed by the Awards Banquet on May 6th. The fall season will begin again in early September. Please contact me at 732-477-0587 or [email protected] if you would like to join the league. Joe Coco PAGE 18 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 IRISH-AMERICAN CULTURAL CLUB The January issue of the Four Seasons Times was dedicated to pictures and events of the past year. This article will update the activities of the Irish-American Cultural Club. At the December Christmas party, Co-President Jean Madden waived the business meeting and asked for a motion to continue the terms of Co-Presidents, Jean Madden and Jean Byrnes; Vice-President Jeanne Russo; and newly-elected Treasurer, Lee Godfrey. Many thanks to our outgoing Treasurer, John Keough, who did an outstanding job for the past two years After appreciative applause, members enjoyed a bountiful meal provided by Shore Caterers. The members joined in singing robustly as each table was assigned a chorus of “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” We all danced to a variety of music provided by D.J. Don Pesce Door prizes of gift cards, and cash for 50/50 winners were given out.. The festive party was a happy ending to a very successful 2014 IrishAmerican Club. The January 2015 meeting found our members enjoying a fun-filled night of Bingo. We are looking forward to our Annual St. Patrick’s Day party in March. Watch channel 77 and our weekly activity sheets for more information. Our wish for 2015 is to have new residents join us and bring in fresh ideas. Remember, 2015 dues continue to be $10.00 for the year and $2.00 admission at the door on meeting nights. Drop checks off at the Activity Desk or at our next meeting We wish every resident of Four Seasons a healthy, happy New Year. ITALIAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL CLUB The year 2014 has flown by. Thanks to our past President Phyllis Guida and the IACC administration, it was an enjoyable year filled with great entertainment and cultural events. The year 2015 has the prospect to be another great year filled with rich cultural events, exciting entertainment, and multiple gatherings. There will be emphasis on tradition, culture, and folklore. In addition, there will be musicals, trips, gourmet food and more.... Our activity program is already booked for the first half of the year and we are in the process of finalizing the second half with even richer and more exciting material. Unfortunately, as the community aged, it has become noticeable that our membership has significantly dropped from 279 members in 2013 to 185 in 2014. In light of this, we are committed to an intense membership campaign. We are reaching out to not only the Italian-Americans in our community to join, but to all those who simply appreciate the culture. I would like to make an appeal to each of our current members to solicit friends and neighbors to become part of the club. Pino Di Stefano President, Italian American Cultural Club DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Unfortunately, winter can sometimes be the lazy months when we don’t exercise. Not surprisingly, you just might put on a few unwanted pounds. So, remember to watch your portion Anne O’Brien sizes at mealtime, throw out all those high calorie snacks you might be hiding in the pantry, AND go to our fitness center at least three times a week for half an hour. I bet you’ll walk into our April meeting looking healthy and proud. Lil Tibus Please Patronize Our Advertisers PAGE 19 DEBORAH HOSPITAL 1980’s: Deborah Heart and Lung Center established the first human heart valve bank in the northeast. In 1986 they were the first in the region to perform human valve transplants. In 1987 Deborah hosted the first Russian child who was sponsored for heart surgery by the Children of the World program at the hospital. This little girl got a second chance at life because of Deborah and she became an international celebrity, meeting First Lady Nancy Reagan. Our December 19th holiday meeting was superb in every way possible. The Ballroom was filled to capacity by members and guests. Meeting, greeting, hugs and kisses, were in abundance. The breakfast buffet was outstanding, delicious, and plentiful, thanks to Marty Spector. Thank you, Al Rutsky, for brewing many pots of heavenly coffee. Thanks to “Master Baker” Lois Geschwind who supplied us with a variety of cakes and cookies, all as delightful as she is. The entertainment provided by Jodie Persson (Chomie’s daughter), was a dance show performed by members of her dance academy. These young girls and one young man were outstanding. They performed contemporary, tap, jitterbug, and ballet dances with beauty and grace and charming smiles. Their costumes were stunning! They were like a breath of fresh air. Kudos to all, and many thanks for making our day. Oops! Sorry, Golf Club--please forgive us! In the December issue we thanked all of the clubs who donated to the Deborah Walk-a-Thon and the Golf Club was inadvertently omitted. We now thank you for your warm hearts and generous contribution to the Deborah Hospital and Lung Center. There is no February meeting, but we shall give you a glimpse of our future programs and fundraising events; Tuesday, March 10, Dine-Around Luncheon, Ruby Tuesday, 12 PM. Tuesday, April 28, Dine-Around Luncheon, Tuscany Restaurant, 12 PM. Guests are welcome to attend these lunches. Call Phyllis Schoenbart, 732-262-3827 for more information. Start now to plan a trip to the hospital. This event should not be missed. Call Marilyn Miller, 732-2629212, Please pay dues for 2015. THE MEN’S CLUB OF FOUR SEASONS Welcome, 2015!!!! Yes, the Men’s Club is back “Jersey Strong” with a full year of non-stop entertainment to whet everyone’s appetite. We’re going to start off the new year in Love mode by hosting this year’s Valentine’s Day with a no-frills dance on Saturday evening, February 14th. What perfect timing!!!! For your dancing pleasure, we’re featuring a vocal group, “The BackTracks.” They perform music of the 50’s, 60’s, and so on through the present day. They’re young, vibrant, talented, and we’re sure you will enjoy their style. We’ll have the snacks usually served at a no-frills dance, so BYOB, sandwiches, cake, and anything else to feed your tummy. The price is $10 a person. Tickets went on sale on January 20th, so check for availability at the Activities Desk. Following is the upcoming schedule for the first half of this year: • Twilight Golf: May 8th; ticket sale date, April 6th • BlueClaws baseball: Tuesday night May 26th, $8pp - ticket sale to come • Night at the Races, May 30th. Ticket Sale, May 4th, 7-8pm • Showtime 1: Sunday, June 7th at 2pm. Ticket sale, April 20th, 7-8 pm, $15pp. Starring Jeff Norris, Comedian, and Barbara Russell & Ron Sharpe, vocal duo. • Texas Hold ‘em: June 12th. $11 per person buys $1,000 in chips. Ticket sale May 18th, 7-8 pm. Of course, we have several other projects plannedand we will keep you advised well in advance. As far as our general meetings (which take place the second Thursday of each month, except February), are concerned, John Mirabella is working very hard to find speakers/entertainment. It’s difficult to find people who will perform free or for minimum cost, so we’d appreciate any suggestions. However, at our April meeting we will welcome the St. Dominic’s show choir, led by Ms. Loretta Hensley. Just like our Men’s Club Outreach group of entertainers, these wonderful people visit nursing homes and senior centers to bring happiness and cheer to their residents. The Men’s Club welcomes all of our residents to attend this event. And finally, guys, please pay your annual dues of $5.00, and don’t forget to introduce a friend to Hilda Sutton our Men’s Club. They will, of course, enjoy a free breakfast. WE DO GOOD THINGS FOR FOUR SEASONS! Mel Salzman PAGE 20 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 SINGLES CLUB TABLE TENNIS The first meeting of the new year was held on Sunday, January 11th at 4 P.M. The attendance was excellent and the get-together was enjoyed by all. The new slate of officers was introduced and welcomed: Lynette Downey, President; Lee Theriault, Vice President; Anne Mihovicih, Treasurer; and Mary Ann Kelly, Secretary. The outgoing slate of officers, Veronica Young, President; Lee Theriault, Vice President; Ann Mihovich, Treasurer; and Lee Theriault, Secretary, were thanked and applauded. The returning officers were also commended for their service. An enticing buffet was served and included several choices of food. My favorite was the excellent salad consisting of lettuce, mandarin oranges, and nuts, plus a few other ingredients. The servers were so thoughtful in labeling the salad’s contents for the benefit of those who might be allergic to one or more of the ingredients. The buffet was followed by a game of Left, Right, and Center which I really enjoyed as I was the only winner at our table. Dessert followed the game. The President then announced that the February 8th meeting will feature a movie, and snacks will be served. Please note that all meetings will be held in the Clubhouse at 6:00 P.M., on the second Sunday of the month, unless otherwise advised. The game of Bunko is scheduled for the March meeting, and snacks will be served. Everyone is asked to think of new activities and give their suggestions to the President. The Club always welcomes new members; I hope the existing members will follow through with their attendance. It’s a great way to spend an evening with friends and enjoy the programs. On December 11th, ten of our Four Seasons Table Tennis players enjoyed our annual breakfast at our favorite diner in Silverton. Some of our players have been enjoying this invigorating indoor activity for 19 years. WOW! We would love to see new faces. We meet on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings. Ann Gallagher & Ruth Beyer AD 4748 THEATER CLUB Everyone deserves a vacation, agreed? With that thought in mind, the Theater Club members unanimously decided that February would be a good time to take a “meeting vacation” and cancelled our monthly get-together in order to rest our creative souls till March. That doesn’t mean our imaginative grey matter will be dormant--our script selection committee, under the leadership of Sally Dubrowsky, will be putting their heads together for the purpose of choosing a vehicle to present to our membership for approval and subsequent development for our October 2015 performances. While we all eagerly await their decision, we will be honing our theatrical skills under Sally’s guidance at her Improv classes. The first session for this program was scheduled for January 22, 2015 and I’m sure it was appreciated by all who attended. So you see, the Theater Club is still quite active, Pat McEvoy though in absentia, and looking forward to our primary goal…to entertain you. May this New Year fulfill all our and your hopes. Roz Obolsky AD 4748 Let me file your medical claims for you! PAGE 21 Area Activities Compiled by Lois Piermattei Mark Your Calendar COMING EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen’s Museum, 120 W Main St (Rt 9), Tuckerton, open all year, 10am5pm, rain or shine, open air maritime museum along Tuckerton Creek, exhibits, demos & classes, special events, see Note 13 Robert J Novins Planetarium, OCC*, Toms River, Winter Schedule available, see Note 11 Jenkinson’s Aquarium, open 10am to 5pm, feeding schedules for seals-10am,1pm & 4pm daily; penguins-11am & 3:30pm daily, feeding for other sea creatures vary, see Note 7 Ocean County (OC) Historical Society Museum, Victorian Tours, 26 Hadley Ave, Toms River, beautiful Victorian home, Research Center open Mon to Fri 9:30am-4pm, call 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org for information Prospertown Schoolhouse Museum, Municipal Complex, 95 W Veteran’s Hwy (Rte 528), Jackson, open Mon to Fri, 8am to dusk by appt only call 732928-1200 X200 Barnegat Light & Museum Museum, 5th & Central Aves, open 8am-10pm daily, Lighthouse open 10am-4:30pm daily, Gardens open all year, call 609-494-8578 for info Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, Free Vineyard Tour (weather permitting), call 609-7588000 or www.lauritawinery.com Ocean County (OC) Artists Guild, Ocean & Chestnut Aves, Island Heights, Gallery hours Tues-Sun 1-4pm, call 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org Every Wednesday & Sunday in Feb & Mar Lakehurst Historical Society & Museum, 300 Center St, Lakehurst, open 12-3pm, special tours accommodated with prior notice, call 732-657-8864 Every Wednesday - Saturday in Feb & Mar Live Comedy Shows for adults & children, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, all year, call 732-899-3900 or www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com for info Every Wednesday - Sunday in Feb & Mar Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ, 1800 Bay Ave, Bldg 13, Point Pleasant, Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun 12-4pm PAGE 22 Every Sat in Feb & Mar Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd, Rt 532, Waretown, doors open 6:30, music at 7:30, call 609971-1593 or www.alberthall.org Feb 1-8 Tick, Tick…Boom! musical by the creator of Rent, Main Stage, UC PAC, Rahway, 3pm, see Note 2 Feb 1-15 • Sizwe Banzi is Dead, South African drama, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, see Note 6 • The Whipping Man, powerful drama, George St Playhouse, New Brunswick, see Note 10 Feb 1-28 Exhibit: Asbury Park’s Springwood Ave Harmony, celebrating the West Side’s unique musical legacy, pioneering jazz from 1910-1970, photos & memorabilia, Pollak Gallery, Monmouth University, WLB, see Note 12 Feb 1 - Mar 7 • Exhibit: After the Sun mixed media paintings by Hon Eui Chen, Rechnitz Hall, DiMattio Gallery, 1st Floor, Monmouth University, WLB, see Note 12 • Exhibit: Selected Paintings from Monmouth University’s Permanent Art Collection, Rechnitz Hall, 2nd Floor, Monmouth University, WLB, see Note 12 Feb 1 - Apr 10 Exhibit: Heeseop Yoon uses to lines to make order out of chaos, Ice House Gallery, Monmouth University, West Long Branch (WLB) see Note 12 Feb 4 Black Violin, Kev Marcins & Wil B, classically trained violinists play classics with hip hop, jazz, blues & more, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 Feb 5 In the Heat of the Night, live-in performance radio drama, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 Feb 6 • Cameron Carpenter, organist, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 8pm, see Note 6 • Jason Isbell in Concert, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 Feb 7 • Natalie Zuckerman in Concert, Next Generation Series, The Loft, UC PAC, Rahway, 3pm, see Note 2 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 • In the Mood, 1940’s Musical Revue, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 2pm, see Note 3 • TruTV’s Impractical Jokers, Revue, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 8pm & 10:30pm, see Note 3 • Savion Glover’s STePz, tap dancing, State Theatre, New Brunswick, 4pm, see Note 4 Feb 7 & 8 A Life in the Theatre comedy by David Mamet, Algonquin Arts Theatre, Manasquan, 2/7 at 8pm & 2/8 at 3pm, see Note 9 Feb 8 • Monmouth Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, see Note 3 • Singin’ in the Rain, movie accompanied by NJSO**, State Theatre, New Brunswick, 3pm, see Note 4 • The Merry Widow, in HD broadcast from the Met, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 1pm, encore performance, see Note 12 Feb 9 • Craig Ferguson’s Hot & Grumpy Tour: Walking the Earth, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 7:30pm, see Note 3 • Janine Jansen, violinist, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 • Anthony McGill, clarinetist with Metropolitan Opera & NY Philharmonic, Grunin Arts Center, OCC*, Toms River, 2pm & 8pm, see Note 11 Feb 10 • Spandau Ballet, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Jennifer Haley, interactive demo of virtual realities on stage, Lauren K Woods Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 11:30am, see Note 12 Feb 11 MidWeek Jazz presents Blind Boy Paxton, multiinstrumentalist, old time blues & minstrel music, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, see Note 11 Feb 13 • R&B Star Billy Ocean in Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Kathy Griffin, comedienne, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 • Swan Lake, State Ballet Theatre of Russia, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 • Christopher Macchio in Concert with Simona Rodano, romantic duets & solos, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, 8pm, see Note 11 Feb 14 • Valentine’s Doo Wop, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 7:30pm, see Note 3 • Million Dollar Quartet, musical, State Theatre, New Brunswick, 2pm & 8pm, see Note 4 • Chris Pinella, vocalist, Algonquin Arts Theatre, Manasquan, 8pm, see Note 9 • Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta & Bartok’s Duke Bluebeard’s Castle, Metropolitan Opera live in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 12:30pm, encore performance 3/1 at 1pm, see Note 12 • Comedy Tonight featuring Joel Charnoff, Axelrod Performing Arts Center, Vogel Auditorium, 100 Grant Ave, Deal Park, 8 pm 732-858-8106 or [email protected] Feb 14 to Mar 15 Guadalupe in the Guest Room, touching & funny new play, Two River Theatre, 21 Bridge Ave, Red Bank, call 732-345-1400 or www.tworivertheater.org Feb 15 • Late Nite Catechism, a comedy, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, see Note 3 • Chinese New Year, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7pm, see Note 6 Feb 16 • WJRZ presents Foreigner in Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild Live, State Theatre, New Brunswick, 10:30am, 1pm & 3:30pm, see Note 4 Feb 17 Ballet Hispanico, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 Feb 18 Pat XO, story of Pat Summit, coach of Tenn Lady Vols & new challenge of early-onset Alzheimer’s, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 7pm, see Note 12 Feb 20 • The Sing-Off Live Tour, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Rhapsody in Black, One-man show starring LeLand Gantt, Algonquin Arts Theatre, Manasquan, 8pm, see Note 9 Feb 20-22, 27 & 28 PARADE, drama based on true story, Hamilton Stage, UC Pac, Rahway, see Note 2 Feb 21 • Sloan Wainwright, Folk Singer/Songwriter, The Loft, UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 • Bobby Collins in Concert, Count Basie ThePAGE 23 atre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Glen Burtnik & Friends, British Invasion 4, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 • Decades of Divas featuring Lisa Sherman, Strand Theatre, Lakewood, 7:30pm, see Note 5 Feb 21 & 22 Circus Oz, from Australia, only East Coast, USA appearance, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 3/21 at 2pm & 7:30pm, 3/22 at 3pm, see Note 6 Feb 22 • Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, see Note 3 • Harry Connick, Jr, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 • Offenbach’s Les Contes D’Hoffmann, filmed at the Met in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, 1pm, WLB, encore performance, see Note 12 Feb 24 • Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 • Chanticleer, award winning male chorus, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, 8pm, see Note 11 Feb 25 • British Invasion: Return of Rock Royalty, UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 • Vusi Mahlasela & Hugh Masekela, South African music icons, sing their freedom songs, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 Feb 26 • Natalie MacMaster, Visions from Cape Breton, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Turtle Island Quartet, fusion of classical & contemporary music styles, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 Feb 26 & 27 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, American Repertory Ballet & Rutgers Symphony Orchestra, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 Feb 27 • Pink Floyd Experience, 4 Sides of Floyd, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • NJSO** plays Mozart & Mendelssohn, NJ PAC, Newark, 8pm, call 1-800-255-3476 or www.njsymphony.org Feb 28 • No Shush, NJSO** Matinee for Kids, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, see Note 3 • NJSO** plays Mozart & Mendelssohn, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • Songs of Eva Peron, Tango Buenos Aires, State PAGE 24 Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 • Natalie MacMaster, Cape Breton music, fiddling & dance, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 8pm, see Note 6 Mar 1 • The Count Basie Orchestra with The New York Voices, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, see Note 3 • Pirates of Penzance, Gilbert & Sullivan comic operetta, Algonquin Arts Theatre, Manasquan, see Note 9 • Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta & Bartok’s Duke Bluebeard’s Castle, Metropolitan Opera in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, encore performance at 1pm, see Note 12 • NJSO** plays Mozart & Mendelssohn, NJ PAC, Newark, 8pm, call 1-800-255-3476 or www.njsymphony.org Mar 2 • Diana Krall in Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 • The Chieftains, Irish music, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 Mar 3 One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullin & The Works, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 Mar 3-29 Buyer & Cellar, comedy, George Street Playhouse, New Brunswick, see Note 10 Mar 4 Spank! The Fifty Shades Parody, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 Mar 4-8 & 10-12 Urinetown, Broadway musical, Lauren K Woods Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, see Note 12 Mar 5 to Apr 10 Exhibit: Works of Dylan Scholinski, Pollak Gallery, Monmouth University, WLB, see Note 12 Mar 6 Burt Bacharach in Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 Mar 6 & 7 Anything Goes, musical, State Theatre, New Brunswick, 3/6 at 8pm, 3/7 at 2pm & 8pm, see Note 4 Mar 7 Girls’ Night: The Musical, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 Mar 8 • Michael Bolton in Concert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 7:30pm, see Note 3 • Los Lobos with guest Alejandro Escovedo, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Mar 10 atre, New Brunswick, 7pm, see Note 4 Playwrights on the Rise, encourage new talent, Mar 20 Strand Theatre, Lakewood, 5pm, see Note 5 • Blood, Sweat & Tears in Concert, Main Stage, Mar 10-29 UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 Baskerville, comic take on classic, Hound of the • Fifth Harmony, Count Basie Theatre, Red Baskervilles, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, see Note 6 Bank, 7pm, see Note 3 Mar 11 • Rent, Axelrod Performing Arts Center, Vogel • WRAT & WDHA present ZZ Top in Concert, Auditorium, 100 Grant Ave, Deal Park, 732Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 858-8106 or [email protected] • Danny Tobias & His Bixian Fig Pickers in Mar 21 tribute to Bix Beiderbecke, MidWeek Jazz • Jeenna Lindbo, Folk Singer/Songwriter, The Series, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, Loft, UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 8pm, see Note 11 • NJSO**, program of Rachmaninoff & TchaiMar 12 & 13 kovsky, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, see NJSO** plays Mahler’s First Symphony, Titan, NJ Note 3 PAC, Newark, 3/12 at 1:30pm & 3/13 at 8pm & , call • Don Felder, An Evening at the Hotel Califor1-800-255-3476 or www.njsymphony.org nia, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 Mar 12-15, 20 & 21 • Above the Fall in Concert, Strand Theatre, August: Osage County, dark comedy, Grunin TheLakewood, 8pm, see Note 5 atre, OCC*, Toms River, see Note 11 • Lauren Fox: Canyon Folkies Over the Hills & Mar 13 Under the Covers, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth Jeff Blumenkrantz in Concert, actor & musical University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 theatre composer & lyricist, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Mar 22 Toms River, 1pm & 8pm, see Note 11 • Monmouth Symphony Orchestra Spring ConMar 13-22 cert, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 3pm, Nine: The Musical, UC Pac, Rahway, see Note 2 see Note 3 Mar 14 • NJSO**, program of Rachmaninoff & Tchai• Glen Burtnik’s Summer of Lovely, Count Basie kovsky, State Theatre, New Brunswick, see Theatre, Red Bank, see Note 3 Note 4 • NJSO** plays Mahler’s First Symphony, Titan, • Emerson String Quartet, award winning classiState Theatre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 cal music, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, • Chita Rivera in Concert, McCarter Theatre, 2pm, see Note 11 Princeton, 8pm, see Note 6 • Romeo & Juliet, Bolshoi Ballet broadcast live • Ireland’s Caladh Nua, Irish music, Algonquin in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, Arts Theatre, Manasquan, see Note 9 WLB, 3pm, see Note 12 • Rossini’s La Donna Del Lago, live from the Mar 27 Met in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth Uni• Folksinger James Maddock, Hamilton Stage, versity, WLB, 1pm, encore performance 3/29 UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 at 1pm, see Note 12 • The Music of Pink Floyd, Main Stage, UC Pac, Mar 15 Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 • Garden State Philharmonic presents Angels & • Toshi Reagon & BIGLovely, singer/songwriter, Devils, Strand Theatre, Lakewood, 4pm, see Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, Note 5 8pm, see Note 12 • Heromi, jazz pianist, McCarter Theatre, PrincMar 27 & 28 eton, see Note 6 Harken, magical world of projection technology, Mar 18 bring your cell phone & pick your own avatar, Strand George Thorogood & The Destroyers, State The- Theatre, Lakewood, 3/27 at 8pm, 3/28 at 2pm & 8pm, atre, New Brunswick, see Note 4 see Note 5 Mar 19 Mar 28 • James Van Praagh, Spiritualist, Count Basie • Clifton Anderson with the Jazz House Kids, Theatre, Red Bank, 7:30pm, see Note 3 Main Stage, UC Pac, Rahway, 8pm, see Note 2 • Peter & The Starcatcher, comedy, State The• Joshua Bell, violinist, in Recital, State Theatre, PAGE 25 New Brunswick, see Note 4 • Songwriters by the Sea, Lauren K Woods Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 8pm, see Note 12 Mar 29 • The Little Mermaid, Ballet for Young Audiences, Grunin Theatre, OCC*, Toms River, 1pm, see Note 11 • Rossini’s La Donna Del Lago, filmed at the Met in HD, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 1pm, encore performance, see Note 12 Mar 31 • The African Children’s Choir, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 7pm, see Note 3 • The Peking Acrobats, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 April 1 • Noche Flamenca, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, 7:30pm, see Note 6 • Let Them Wear Towels, women sports reporters fight to be accepted, Pollak Theatre, Monmouth University, WLB, 7pm, see Note 12 April 2 The Very Best of Celtic Thunder, Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, 7:30pm, see Note 3 *Ocean County College (OCC) **New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) sto, DmD NOTES Note 1: Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves, Beach Haven, LBI, 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org (2015 Schedule not available at press time) Note 2 Union County Performing Arts Center (UC PAC), 1601 Irving St, Rahway, 732-499-8226 or www. ucpac.org Note 3: Count Basie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, 732-842-9000 or www.countbasietheatre.org; all performances at 8pm unless otherwise indicated, for NJSO** performances call 1-800-255-3476 Note 4: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunsn4u.com wick, 732-246-7469 or www.statetheatreNJ.org all perforate Care mances at 8pm unless otherwise indicated, for NJSO** cceptedperformances call 1-800-255-3476 Note 5: Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave, Lakewood, 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org for GS Philharmonic-732-255-0460 Note 6: McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, EMENT Princeton,609-258-2787 or www.mccarter.org 500) Note 7: Jenkinson’s Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway, ON PREMISES Point Pleasant Beach, 732-899-1659 (Jenkinson’s Boardwalk #732-892-0600) or www.jenkinsons.com S Note 8: Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave, Lakewood, 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu, M Christina Geis Art Gallery; hours-Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5pm (Spring schedule not available at press time) Note 9: Algonquin Arts Theatre, 173 Main St, Manasquan, 732-528-9211 or www.algonquinarts.org Note 10: George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, 732-246-7717 or www.georgestplayhouse. org Note 11: Ocean County College, College Dr, Toms River, Box Office--PO Box 2001, Toms River, NJ 08754 or 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu; Robert J Novins Planetarium at OCC 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/ planet.htm Note 12: Monmouth University, Pollak Theatre, Cedar Ave, West Long Branch (WLB), 732-263-6889 or 732-9234786 (art galleries) or 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Although designs vary, most allow for threedirectional adjustment by just turning screws. In most cases a Philips-head screwdriver is necessary. The two screws holding the hinge to the door let you move the entire door up or down. The mounting screw (may be located in the slot) allows hinge adjustment closer or farther from the cabinet. The set screw allows adjustment sideways to adjust the spacing between doors. Your hinge screw configuration may be slightly different; but the hinge does allow three-way adjustment. Twine Dispenser In the past I have described using an empty CD container as a twine dispenser, but recently I came across another way of preventing a ball of twine from tangling: cut the bottom off an empty plastic container, jug, or bottle, and drill a hole in the cap large enough to draw the twine through. Mount the jug or container to a convenient place and drop the ball of twine into the container. Thread the twine through the cap and secure the cap. Pull out what you need, cut it, and you’re ready for the next time. Seal Off Those Utility Pipes Those “cute” little rodents that run around are looking for a warm place to spend the winter; but don’t let your home be their winter resort of choice. Check all utility pipes and wires entering through the outside walls; if any look suspicious, remove the old caulking and replace with fresh foam or caulk. A mouse can squeeze through an extremely small opening. Also, keep those garage doors closed when not in use. Squirrels in the attics are nothing new; mice and chipmunks may be cute; but who needs boarders?? Ladder Balancing Act Carrying a ladder or step ladder is a lot easier if one knows where the center of gravity is located. Use spray paint or magic marker to mark the center for easy balancing while carrying. A chest handle mounted to the side of the ladder makes it easier to carry. PAGE 28 Shutoff Valves No one wants to go on a hunt to locate the important utility shutoff valves in an emergency. Know where the main shutoff valves are located for your water, electric, and gas lines. Locate the GFCI outlet in your garage in case you have to reset it. Fill The Trap Foul sewer gas odors in bathrooms could be coming from an unused shower, tub, or sink, in which the water in the P- or U-shaped trap drain tube has evaporated and is allowing sewer gas back into the house. A simple fix is to run the spigot for a few minutes to fill the P-trap with water (which is its function). This will re-establish the water seal in the trap. Being away for an extended period could cause this problem. Hair Dryer Maintenance If the screen behind the vent holes on your hair blow-dryer looks like it has a lot of lint on it, use a vacuum cleaner to clean it. Excessive lint will cause the dryer motor to overheat and damage the unit. Pick Up Small Paper Items On Floor With “Self Stick” Sheets While I was using my three-hole paper punch, some of the little round discard pieces fell on the floor. A vacuum cleaner would have done the job, but instead, I reached for a 3x3 inch self-stick pad, peeled off the top sheet, and with the sticky side down, was able to pick up all the small pieces. Saved me a trip to the closet for the vacuum cleaner. Wash Basin Pop-Up The next time you have to clean out the drain in your vanity sink, let me make a suggestion….After removing the pivot rod that moves the stopper up and down, do not replace it back in place through the stopper. Instead, let the stopper sit on the pivot rod, which will still seal the basin, and the plunger will still raise and lower the stopper. The next time you have to clean out the drain, just lift the stopper out, clean the drain with one of those flexible brushes that are available in the hardware stores, and replace the stopper so it sits back on the pivot rod. It does work. I read somewhere the reason for the rod through the stopper is to discourage anyone from walking off with the stopper. Sort of an anti-theft device. I don’t think it’s a problem at our houses here, and this sure saves time from crawling under the sink to remove the stopper to clean out the drain. That’s all for this month… Bob FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Bon Appetit ads-919A Fresh Strawberry Upside Down Valentine’s Cake Ingredients: 2 cups crushed fresh strawberries 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O® mix 3 cups miniature marshmallows 1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix, batter prepared as directed on package Directions: 1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. 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PAGE 31 City Scene by Terri Peters It’s Not Just “Stuff” It does not matter if you are from a big city, a small town, or a farm way out in the countryside -- if you are born with a collector gene, you can’t resist finding, buying, or picking up what I call “treasures.” Treasures, even the word is beautiful…it has that gentle whispery sound of a memory brushing by you. But in this new world of “less is more,” we are supposed to stop accumulating and start shedding. As I have a very large collector gene, I just can’t do that. Some people feel most virtuous when throwing things out, and when they do, I am right there hoping to find a new treasure to haul home and save. All the possessions I have collected over the years come from various places, and each one has a story. When I find that special something, it calls out to me to take it from its forlorn place. It seems to know that I am the right person to bring it back into the sunshine of love and warmth. yet I saw his beauty shine through his terrible condition. The home owner came out and said I could take him, but she could not understand why I would bother with such a useless mess. I scooped him up at once and took him home. After a lot of glue, some small fine nails, and a thorough cleaning he was saved. He shines again in regal splendor where he lives joyfully in his new sunny spot. Or, how about the treasure I found at the Porto Bello Road Flea Market in London in the 70’s? At the time, I was collecting 1950’s costume jewelry; and, as I was shopping in the market, I spied a 1950’s gold lion’s head bracelet that was an exact copy of one worn by the Duchess of Windsor. My collection gene kicked in and I had to have it. I bought it for a few pounds and, even now, after all these years, the very minute it goes on my wrist, I am right back there reliving that happy travel memory. Another treasure came from a potter I befriended in Pennsylvania. He is a gifted artisan and I visited him and his wife and purchased many of his works. He had a large sculpture of a woman which always caught my eye. However, she was well above my budget. But he was well aware of my love for the piece. One rainy day I took a ride to visit with them and saw a smaller version of the sculpture sitting out in the rain. I inquired why she was left out there and he told me she had cracked while being fired and that no one wanted her any longer. He took one look at my sad expression and walked outside and returned carrying her. He brought her over to me and said that I was to take her home because I understood her good qualities and would not Take, for example, my wooden carousel horse that notice her defects. When I protested, he said, “This is sits happily on my antique chest in my sunroom. When yours to save and enjoy and in time to pass on to anI first saw him, he was lying on the sidewalk next to an other collector.” He smiled wisely and said, “Because overflowing trash can. He was broken into five pieces, you know collectors always collect collectors.” So please don’t call it “stuff.” They’re my treasures, collected over a lifetime, and have been made smooth To me, the presidency and the vice presidency were by my admiration for them over the decades. My colnot prizes to be won but a duty to be done. lections continually teach me to upgrade, refine, and ~ Gerald Ford discard the commonplace for something with a bit more personality. What do I collect? Why, what have you got? SENIOR PUBLISHING COMPANY accepts advertisements and advertisements are based upon information provided by the advertiser. SENIOR PUBLISHING COMPANY does not independently investigate the accuracy of advertisement content and does not warrant or represent the accuracy of the content of any advertisement. PAGE 32 Terri Don’t write so that you can be understood, write so that you can’t be misunderstood. ~ William Howard Taft FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Did You Know? Beware! Six Places Never to Use a Debit Card Credit or debit? Although both cards look the same, they offer different protections. Under federal law, if your credit card is used to make unauthorized charges after it is lost or stolen, you’re liable for only $50, no matter the amount and with no time restrictions to report the fraud. Many issuers won’t even charge valued customers the $50. But with a debit card, you have just two business days to report an unauthorized loss or money transfer, or you could be liable for up to $500. Wait more than 60 calendar days after your statement is mailed and you could be responsible for all money pilfered from its connected account. Don’t Use a Debit Card At: • Gas Stations In addition to ATM machines, gas pumps are a popular target for “skimming,” in which crooks place a portable card-reading device inside the pump. When a motorist inserts a debit card and enters the required personal identification number, the hidden device (which can be purchased on the Internet for less than $100) captures both the data from the card’s magnetic strip and the PIN. Later, the device is retrieved, and the stolen data is used to create a duplicate card to raid the victim’s bank account. Why gas stations? With only a handful of manufacturers of gas pumps, one key in the hands of a thief who gets a job at one station can be used to open pumps and install other skimmers elsewhere, especially at night or when unattended. And with older pumps, PINs may not be encrypted. If you must use a debit card (and it has a Visa or MasterCard logo versus being a cashwithdrawal-only card), choose the “credit” screen prompt, instead of “debit,” so you don’t have to enter your PIN. This way, the purchase amount will still be deducted directly from your bank account, but it’s processed through a credit card network, providing greater protection if fraud occurs. • Online Purchases Along with providing added security should the retailer fall victim to a data breach - a hacker can’t overdraft your bank account with a credit card--most credit cards (versus some debit cards) offer extra protection perks. If you don’t receive the merchandise, it’s defective, or the wrong item, and the vendor won’t issue a refund, it’s easier to dispute charges with a credit card. Many credit cards also offer extended product warranties (usually for one year beyond what’s offered by the manufacturer), and some provide price protection up to 90 days, issuing you the difference if the identical item is sold for a lower price than you paid. Although certain debit cards offer these protections, the hassle factor can be greater. • Big-Ticket Items Rewards aside, the above-mentioned credit card perks are especially useful for expensive products, whether purchased in store or online. • Restaurants Eateries are among the few places where a payment card can leave your sight, and dishonest waiters can--and sometimes do--disappear to write down its number for possible identity theft. Even without a PIN, someone can use your card number to make fraudulent purchases online. And restaurants without sit-down service can pose a threat, since some (along with other businesses) keep customer payment information on file but may not safeguard it. • Retail Stores Several months ago, the FBI predicted an increase in cyberattacks that used sophisticated malware that specifically targets point of sale (POS) systems such as cash registers and card-swiping devices. It was this “memory-parsing” malicious software (also known as a “RAM scraper”) that was behind the well-publicized hacking of payment card information of some 110 million Target customers over 2013’s Christmas season--and was responsible for nearly two dozen other attacks in the past year. True, credit cards are also vulnerable in such POS attacks. But with more protections, credit card issuers always eat those losses (minus a possible $50 cap) should your plastic be hacked. Depending on when you learn of and report fraudulent use of hacked debit card data, you could be on the hook from unauthorized activity. • When a Deposit Is Required Risk of identity theft aside, credit cards are a wiser choice for transactions in which the final bill is uncertain--e.g., hotels, rental cars, or even tools rented from a home improvement center. Reason: With a debit card, a “hold” can be placed on your account that may be greater than the expected bill, such as for hotel incidentals, including room service, or for a predicted continued on page 34 PAGE 33 continued from page 33 failure to return a rental car without a full tank of gas. If this occurs, you could be denied access to the additional hold amount from your bank account until the final bill is tallied. With a credit card, hold amounts may initially appear as a pending charge until your final bill is paid, so it may not be debited until the final bill is paid. Gas stations also place holds on debit charges, which is another reason to use credit cards. From AARP online bulletin ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hold the Soda! With all of the healthful and delicious alternatives to soda, it’s worth considering kicking the habit. There are a number of ways these sugar-filled beverages wreak havoc on your body. Consider eliminating soda from your life if you are seeking better health. Read on to learn more about how soda can harm you. Bones: “Too much soda puts your bones at risk by leaching nutrients from your body,” say Jason Nehmad, M.D., of Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Multiple studies have linked soft drinks with low bone density and low levels of calcium. Bowels: No one is certain what causes irritable bowel syndrome but for many people, drinks with caffeine or a large amount of artificial sweeteners, such as soda, can be a trigger for symptoms. Esophagus: Studies have shown that adults who drink one or more sodas daily greatly boost their risk of suffering heartburn during sleep. The high acid content of carbonated drinks is partly to blame, according to researchers. Kidneys: Women who drink two or more sugary sodas a day are significantly more likely to have early signs of kidney damage, according to multiple studies. Teeth: Sugary beverages feed bacteria in the mouth, creating acids that can erode enamel, cause cavities, and eventually lead to tooth decay. Drinking soda throughout the day gives the bacteria more opportunity to attack your teeth. “The good news is, there are plenty of healthy and delicious alternatives to soda,” Dr. Nehmad says. The ADA recommends water, unsweetened teas, coffee, low-fat or skim milk, 100 percent fruit juice (without added sugar), and low-sodium vegetable juice. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ How Dark Chocolate Helps Us The secret to dark chocolate’s health benefits may be in our guts. Recent research has found that bacteria in our stomachs feast on an indigestible part of cocoa, fermenting it into anti-inflammatory compounds that are good for the heart. The key lies in antioxidants PAGE 34 called polyphenols, which are found in dark chocolate and cocoa powder as well as dark berries and black tea. The molecules in many polyphenols are too large to be absorbed through the stomach wall into the blood to be used as nutrients--which is where intestinal microbes lend a hand. In an experimental setting in the lab, researchers found that Bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria broke the polyphenols down into smaller molecules capable of making it into the blood. “When these compounds are absorbed by the body, they lessen the inflammation of cardiovascular tissue, reducing the long-term risk of stroke,” Louisiana State University food science professor John Finley says. The amount of cocoa powder needed to produce benefits is about two tablespoons per day.~The Week ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Short Takes: • About one out of eight young people (6-19 years old) already have diminished hearing owing to excessive noise exposure from loud music and their headphones.~The Week • Even if you wash your sponge regularly, it can still be full of bacteria. In fact, studies show that the average kitchen sponge can contain up to a million more germs than a toilet seat! And if you’re not careful, those germs can make it onto your dishes, your drinking glasses, and your countertops. The bet way to decontaminate a sponge is very easy--rinse it, wring it out, and microwave it for 30-60 seconds. The microwave will kill those nasty germs! (Just be careful--it will be very hot!)~Bottom Line • Cases of myopia, or nearsightedness, have rocketed as children across the world spend more time indoors staring at computer screens. One quarter of the world’s population, or 1.6 billion people, now have the condition, and experts predict that by 2020, one-in-three people will be nearsighted.~The Week FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Dining Delights by Joyce Becker, Restaurant Reviewer NEW CORNER DELI & MARKET 22 Central Avenue Island Heights, NJ 08732 848-480-2374 Early Bird Specials Daily from 3pm to 6 pm Closed Mondays…Open Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8am-3pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 8am-9pm Ah, that old world charm! This is the type of shop that I always wanted in my neighborhood. The dining area offers a typical small-town homey feel with wood floors, green and white oilcloth table coverings, and photos adorning the walls. This leisurely atmosphere added to a friend’s birthday celebration. Friendly co-owner and waiter, Tom Gavin, explained the menu and brought out our choices that conjured up memories of home-cooked delicacies. There was great food and great conversation, with Tom regaling us about the evolution of Island Heights. As this is a BYOB establishment, one of our group brought wine so we could toast life, each other, and the discovery of this Victorian Island Heights experience. Kudos to Rich Herring, chef and co-owner. My friends and I have been converted to”regulars.” “Finger-licking good” describes their fresh-from-the-oven Italian bread, aromatic with its coating of butter, garlic, basil, and parmesan cheese. Conversation paused and only the ooh’s and ahh’s of satisfaction could be heard. This chorus continued as we slowly devoured our New England clam chowder. This, indeed, was a mini-meal. All entrees are served with this refillable bread basket, choice of soup of the day or house salad, as well as choice of potato. Some dishes come with pasta. Those in our group who ordered scallops (myself included) found them to be generous in number, tender, juicy, and fresh caught. I had mine served over a bed of perfectly-cooked linguine enhanced by a sprinkling of goat cheese. The veggie, quickly- fried spinach was different, decorative, and delicious. Others chose the rib eye steak done medium rare. It came out perfectly cooked and enhanced by sautéed mushrooms and onions over freshly-mashed potatoes. No need for ketchup here! Other DINNER offerings include: PORK ENTREES at $14.95 (i.e. center cut Pork Loin Medallions sautéed in your choice of one of three different sauces.) CHICKEN ENTREES at $15.95 (i.e. Chicken Parmigiana, Francaise, Marsala) SEAFOOD ENTREES At $15.95 (i.e. Poached or Blackened Salmon, Flounder Stuffed with Crab Meat) MEAT ENTREES (i.e. Roast Turkey or Roast Beef Platter or Homemade Meatloaf Platter) LUNCH SPECIALS range from $7.95-$8.95 (i.e. Garlic and Cheddar Roast Beef Melt, Cape Cod Sandwich, Teriyaki BBQ Pork, Pepper Steak) BREAKFAST: all of the diversified dishes are bountiful with prices as if they were rolled back to yesteryear. TUESDAY through FRIDAY SPECIALS are only $1.90 for two eggs, potatoes, toast, and coffee!! GRANDKIDS VISITING? Check out their $4.99 Kids Menu. SANDWICHES (i.e. Club Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers, and Specialties such as LINDSEY LOU CRISTO--ham, turkey, Swiss cheese on grilled Texas French Toast, served with Maple Syrup. Also, DANIELLE’S CHICKEN DELUXE--Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, Fresh Spinach, and Melted Swiss.) range from $5.95-$7.95. All come with homemade cole slaw and garlic dill pickle. Of course they have a variety of salads, priced from $5.95 to $6.95 As their name states, they are also a market that features a large selection of cold cuts and overstuffed deli sandwiches. Because of the age of this building, it is not as yet handicapped accessible. However, the installation of a ramp is a future goal. Bob and I have ordered take-out lunches, sat on a bench at the pier, watched the boats on the calm river, savored each succulent bite, and felt the joy of total relaxation. Then, at the river edge, we “people watched” while strolling off some calories. As a NOTE OF INTEREST -- Jeff Silver, newlyelected mayor of Island Heights, chose this establishment in which to hold his inauguration party. IF YOU MENTION THAT YOU ARE FROM FOUR SEASONS, THE FIRST CUP OF COFFEE IS “ON THE HOUSE.” Joyce P.S. Please read “Island Heights.” It will surely tempt you to visit! PAGE 35 PAGE 36 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 7:45 am Zumba/Weights 8:30 am Walk 3 Miles 9:00 am Water Aerobics 9:30 am Ladies Table Tennis 10:45 am Men’s Table Tennis 11:00 am Sports Talk 1:00 pm Scrabble 1:00 pm Pinochle 1:00 pm Ladies Poker 1:00 pm Bridge 6:15 pm Quilters 7:00 pm Men’s Poker 8:00 am Target Toner 8:30 am Walk 3 Miles/Weights 9:00 am Water Aerobics 10:30 am Line Dancing 12:30 pm Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Serious Painters Group 1:30 pm Understanding Pinochle 2:00 pm Water Aerobics 3:00 pm Winter Chorus 6:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 7:00 pm Ladies Poker 7:00 pm Billiards MONDAY 8:30 am Monmouth Mall 9:30 am Buildings and Grounds Committee Mtg 10:30 am Line Dancing 3:00 pm Winter Chorus 6:30 Bridge 5:00 pm Super Bowl Party - Ballroom TRASH COLLECTION 2 MONDAY 1 SUNDAY 3 TUESDAY RECYCLING WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY 9:00 am Zumba 11:00 am Yoga 4 11:00 am Diabetes Support Group (3rd Tues.) 7:00 pm Italian American Cultural Club (2nd Tues.) 7:00 pm Irish Americal Club (3rd Tues.) TUESDAY EVENTS, PARTIES, MEETING TRIPS, ETC. 6:00 pm Singles Club (2nd Sunday) (This month only) SUNDAY 8:15 am Zumba 9:00 am Water Aerobics 10:30 am News Talk 1:00 pm Dominoes 2:00 pm Water Aerobics 2:00 pm Bowling 7:00 pm Ladies Poker WEDNESDAY 8:00 am Target Toner 8:30 am Walk 4 Miles 8:30 am Shopping Bus - Brick Plaza 9:30 am Ladies Table Tennis 10:30 am Men’s Table Tennis 11:30 am Shopping Bus Shoprite Plaza 12:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 7:00 pm Men’s Poker 7:00 pm Billiards 7:00 pm Pinochle 7:00 pm Ladies Poker 7:30 pm Darts THURSDAY 7:45 am Zumba/Weights 8:30 am Walk 3 Miles 9:00 am Water Aerobics 10:00 am Bridge Lessons & Play 12:30 pm Mah Jongg 1:30 Canasta 2:00 pm Water Aerobics 7:00 pm Men’s Poker 5:00 & 8:00 pm Movie FRIDAY TRASH COLLECTION 8:00 am Blood Lab Activity Center 3:00 pm Open Board Mtg 5 THURSDAY 8:00-10:00 am Phlebotomist (1st & 3rd) Thurs. in Activity Center 9:00 am Men’s Club (2nd Thurs.) 11:00 am Arts & Crafts (2nd & 4th Thurs.) 1:00 pm Jewish Cultural Club (3rd Thurs.) 7:00 pm Theater Club Meeting (2nd Thurs.) THURSDAY 9:00 am Women’s Club 5:00 & 8:00 pm Friday Night Movie 6 FRIDAY 9:00 am Womens Club Mtg (1st) 10:00 am Deborah Mtg. (3rd Fri) 9:00 am Glucose Screening (2nd Fri) 10:30 Meditation (last Fri) 3:00 pm Book Discussion Group (last Fri) Note Date Change, below 7 pm Rock n Roll Club (3rd Fri) FRIDAY THE ACTIVITIES LISTED ABOVE ARE REGULARLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES REPEATED THE SAME TIME EVERY WEEK. THE FOUR SEASONS TIMES IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CHANGES IN CALENDAR DATES. TUESDAY MONDAY American Heart Health Month BI-WEEKLY/MONTHLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES SUNDAY WEEKLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES february 2015 7 SATURDAY SATURDAY 9 am-12 pm Table Tennis 1:30 pm Canasta SATURDAY PAGE 37 22 RECYCLING 9:00 am Zumba 11:00 am Yoga 8:30 am - 11:00 am Golf Registration in Ballroom 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ticket Sale for Irish St. Patrick’s Day Party 8:30 am Shopping Bus Monmouth Mall 10:30 am Line Dancing 3:00 pm Winter Chorus 6:30 pm Bridge RECYCLING 9:00 am Zumba 9:30 am C.A.L. Comm. Mtg 9:30 am A.C.C. Mtg 11:00 am Yoga 1:30 pm Fitness Orientation 18 25 NO Diabetes Group Mtg 7:00 pm Irish Club Mtg RECYCLING 9:00 am Zumba 10:00 am Emergency Mgmt. Mtg 11:00 am Yoga 1:00 pm Resorts “Letters from Home” show bus trip departs 11 23 TRASH COLLECTION 24 8:30 am Shopping Bus Freehold Mall 9:30 Golf Committee Mtg 10:30 am Line Dancing 1:00 pm Serious Painting Group Mtg 3:00 pm Winter Chorus 6:30 pm Bridge 16 TRASH COLLECTION 17 15 NO Italian Club Meeting 9:30 am Landscape Comm. Mtg 6:30-7:30 pm Ticket Sale Rock & Roll Feb. Dance 8:30 am Shopping Bus Ocean County Mall 10:30 am Line Dancing 3:00 pm Winter Chorus 6:30 pm Bridge 10 5:00 pm Singles Club Mtg TRASH COLLECTION 9 8 9:15 am Bally’s Bus Trip Departs 1:00 pm Arts & Craft Group Mtg 10:30 am Meditation 3:00 pm Book Discussion Group Mtg 5:00 & 8:00 pm Friday Night Movie 26 TRASH COLLECTION 27 8:00 am Blood Lab - Activity 10:00 am Deborah Mtg 7:00 pm Rock & Roll Club Center Dance 10:00 am Website 5:00 & 8:00 am Friday Night (Clubhouse) Movie 1:00 pm Jewish Culture Club NO Glucose Screening 5:00 & 8:00 pm Friday Night Movie 19 TRASH COLLECTION 20 NO Men’s Club Mtg 10:00 am Pool Comm.Mtg 1:00 pm Arts & Craft Club Mtg NO Theater Club Mtg 12 TRASH COLLECTION 13 7:00 pm Movie with a Menu 28 21 7:00 pm Men’s Club Valentine’s Day Dance 14 Have You Been to Island Heights? Island Heights…have you explored this area gem? It’s only 20 minutes from home. Island Heights is a Borough, incorporated in 1878. It is self-contained, having its own school system, fire and police departments, first aid squad, library, etc. I felt honored when Betsy Dudas, a volunteer at the Ocean County Historical Society Research Center returned my call during the past hectic holiday season. She agreed to share her knowledge and reminded me to be sure to include other “must see’ Island Heights highlights aside from the New Corner Deli & Restaurant (reviewed in this issue). The Historical Society is located at 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River. It can be reached at 732-341-1880. If you’d like to visit the museum, its hours of operation are Tuesday and Thursday, from 1–3 PM, and the first Saturday of each month, from 1–4 PM. The Society offers interesting programs of historical interest. The February exhibit is “Chapeaux, A Century of Hats.” It opens on February 3rd. Visit them at www.oceancountyhistory.org. for more information. This is an all-volunteer organization with a membership of 375. This year they will be celebrating 65 years of existence. Betsy described some of the cultural highlights you can see when you visit: The ISLAND HEIGHTS CULTURAL AND HERITAGE SOCIETY is housed at 105 Simpson Avenue, Island Heights, NJ 08732; 732-929-2646. It is open every Saturday 1-4 pm and Wednesday by appointment only. Call about their FREE presentations, with refreshments to follow. Learn about its history and walking tours. In addition, it houses the COTTAGE MUSEUM which is a Gothic twostory summer cottage open to the public FREE of charge on Saturdays from 10am-4pm, April through December, or by request. Children are welcome. A docent is there to guide you through this Victorian era cottage. Add the JOHN F. PETO STUDIO MUSEUM to this cultural list. It is located at 102 Cedar Avenue. Peto was a 19th-century American Master (1854-1907). The Museum, the artist’s home, was mostly designed by him, and built in 1889. You will find that the house has been furnished to appear as it was during the time of his residency at the turn of the 20th century. It features reproductions of his paintings. Peto’s style was called tromp l’oeil, which means “to PAGE 38 fool the eye.” His still life that exemplifies this style has you scratching your head in confusion because of its optical illusions. You are bound to be amazed! DON’T BE TIRED YET, as the OCEAN COUNTY ARTISTS GUILD is another treasure that should be seen. This non-profit organization is located at 22 Chestnut Avenue in Island Heights. You can reach them at 732270-3111. I have taken classes here, as well as having modeled for their portrait class. Wonderful experiences. They promote the arts from within and without the area. Their mission is to create an outlet and training for artistic talent as well as to enhance the quality of life for residents. The Guild has gallery space for shows and offers classes, demos, and open studio time, PLUS cultural programs. It began in this historic Victorian House in 1957, when a group of artists gathered to paint, chat, and share ideas. Treat yourself, in the spring, to one of their garden or home fundraising tours. Once Island Heights, this Camelot of a Borough, is discovered, treat yourself to an afternoon here, walking or driving to enjoy the buildings, the river view, and a tour of the aforementioned historic places. Also, try breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the New Corner Deli (see “Dining Delights” review) and say “hi” to Chef Rich Herring and his co-owner,Tom Gavin Joyce Becker Some people wonder all their lives if they’ve made a difference. The Marines don’t have that problem. ~ Ronald Reagan FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Frankly Speaking by Rae Frank Had I written my annual “Family and Friends letter” in a timely fashion, it would have read as follows: Everything is great. My husband, my children and grandchildren are all good. My mammogram was negative and my stroke eye recovered “some” vision, but more than I dared hope for. My letter would have ended with news of my granddaughter Tara’s receiving scholarships to three different colleges and that she obtained her driver’s license; that my younger granddaughter was busy with her myriad artwork and pet-sitting business. My daughter and son in law, despite their very rewarding and time-consuming careers, are easily the most incredible parents to these two young girls. My son, who There is not a liberal America and a conservative America - there is the United States of American. There is not a black American and a white American and Latino America and Asian America - there’s the United States of America. ~ Barack Obama practices law in New York City, and is always busy, manages to find time for family, especially his nieces! As a matter of fact, it does read this way, with one unfortunate caveat: for some reason, which no doctor has so far been able to determine, the sight in my “good” eye has been severely diminished. I am writing this article because my family has insisted that I not crawl into a shell and stop living, but I am sorely tempted to do just that! Of all the afflictions that I braced myself for at this time of my life, diminishing vision was not one of them. However, in order to keep my hopes and spirits up, my amazing daughter, Liza saw an article in the newspaper about an eye doctor who thinks “out of the box” and takes on unusual cases that no one else has been able to successfully treat. Of course, with medicine today, the first order of business was not what a good doctor he might be and/or what the internet says about his qualifications, but whether he would accept my insurance. He will! I am currently waiting for an appointment with this “god,” -- but I have never been very religious! 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For more information or to inquire about a speaker for your group, contact the MVC Speakers Bureau at (609) 984 3605 or MVC.Speakers@ dot.state.nj.us Additional information and answers to other questions can be found at www.state.nj.us/mvc FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Laugh a Little Valentines “Groaners” Q: What did the stamp say to the envelope on Valentine’s Day? A: I’m stuck on you! Q: What do squirrels give for Valentine’s Day? A: Forget-me-nuts. Q: Why did the banana go out with the prune? A: Because it couldn’t get a date. How To Start A Fight • One year, I decided to buy my mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift. The next year, I didn’t buy her a gift. When she asked me why, I replied,”Well, you still haven’t used the gift I bought you last year!” And that’s how the fight started... • I took my wife to a restaurant. The waiter, for some reason, took my order first. “I’ll have the rump steak, rare, please.” He said, “Aren’t you worried about the mad cow?” “Nah, she can order for herself.” And that’s when the fight started... • When our lawn mower broke and wouldn’t run, my wife kept hinting to me that I should get it fixed. But, somehow I always had something else to take care of first, the shed, the boat, making beer. Always something more important to me. Finally she thought of a clever way to make her point. When I arrived home one day, I found her seated in the tall grass, busily snipping away with a tiny pair of sewing scissors. I watched silently for a short time and then went into the house. I was gone only a minute, and when I came out again I handed her a toothbrush. I said, “When you finish cutting the grass, you might as well sweep the driveway.” The doctors say I will walk again, but I will always have a limp. • My wife sat down next to me as I was flipping channels. She asked, “What’s on TV?” I said, “Dust.” And then the fight started... • My wife was hinting about what she wanted for our upcoming anniversary. She said, “I want something shiny that goes from 0 to 165 in about 2 seconds.” I bought her a bathroom scale. And then the fight started... Q: What did the paper clip say to the magnet? A: I find you very attractive. Q: What did the elephant say to his girlfriend? A: I love you a ton! Q: What did one pickle say to the other? A: You mean a great dill to me. Q: What did the light bulb say to the switch? A: You turn me on. Q. What did the boy bird say to the girl bird on Valentine’s Day? A. Let me call you Tweetheart! Q: What did the boy octopus sing to the girl octopus? A: I want to hold your hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand. Q: What did one snake say to the other snake? A: Give me a little hug and a hiss, honey. Q: What is a ram’s favorite song on February 14th? A: I only have eyes for ewe, dear Q: If your aunt ran off to get married, what would you call her? A: Antelope. Q: What do farmers give their wives on Valentine’s Day? A: Hogs and Kisses! Q: Do skunks celebrate Valentine’s Day? A: Sure, they’re very scent-imental! Q: What did the painter say to her boyfriend? A; “I love you with all my art!” Q: Did you hear about the nearsighted porcupine? Submitted by Bob Schneider A: He fell in love with a pin cushion! Q: What did one light bulb say to the other? A: I love you a whole watt! Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well Q: What did the bat say to his girlfriend? or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear A: You’re fun to hang around with. any burden, meet any hardship, support any Q: What did one pickle say to the other? friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival A: You mean a great dill to me. and the success of liberty. (Told you they were “groaners!”) ~ John F. Kennedy PAGE 43 A Wife’s Story On Her Lost Keys After a meeting several days ago, I couldn’t find my keys. I quickly gave myself a personal “TSA pat down.” They weren’t in my pockets. Suddenly I realized I must have left them in the car. Frantically, I headed for the parking lot. My husband has scolded me many times for leaving my keys in the car’s ignition….he’s afraid that the car could be stolen. As I looked around the parking lot, I realized he was right. The parking lot was empty. I immediately called the police. I gave them my location, confessed that I had left my keys in the car, and that it had been stolen. Then I made the most difficult call of all to my husband: “I left my keys in the car and it’s been stolen.” There was a moment of silence. I thought the call had been disconnected, but then I heard his voice. “Are you kidding me?” he barked, “I dropped you off!!” Now it was my turn to be silent. 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Through www.theoceancountylibrary.org or via the downloadable app, customers have unlimited multiuser access to complete digital magazines, which can easily be viewed on most Internet-enabled devices inside or outside of the library. Zinio’s unique technology digitally recreates a magazine page for page, including full color pictures, intuitive navigation, key word article search, and interactive elements such as audio and video. Zinio offers several popular magazines, including “O: The Oprah Magazine,” “The Food Network,” “Martha Stewart Living,” “Forbes,” and “Popular Mechanics.” The service also offers “National Geographic,” which includes enhanced digital content not available in the print version. Zinio provides library patrons with access 24 hours day, seven days a week to the most popular print magazines in the country on tablets, phones, and computers – all free with an Ocean County Library card. For more information about Zinio, check with your local library branch for more information about how to start using the new magazine service. Poverty must not be a bar to learning and learning must offer an escape from poverty. ~ Lyndon B. Johnson buLLeTin PAGE 45 Now Playing by Annette Chomsky (As a Valentine’s Day present to you, Annette has written two movie reviews for this issue… Karel) “St. Vincent” Vincent, a drunken, gambling war veteran retiree, gets recruited by his new single-mom neighbor Maggie to watch over her 12-year-old son Oliver. Vincent’s ideas of afterschool activities involve racetracks and strip clubs, but eventually the mismatched pair begin to help each other mature. This film is a comedy-drama starring Bill Murray as Vincent, Melissa McCarthy as his new neighbor, Jaeden Lieberher as the 12-year-old son, and Naomi Watts as the prostitute. Bill Murray’s acting is so believable that it makes you think that he isn’t acting at all and that what you see is him as he really is – a broken-down man, down on his luck. But his true character comes to light in his developing relationship with the boy. Jaeden Lieberher holds his own against this veteran actor. Jaeden, as Oliver, is cute, sweet, charming, friendly, tolerant, and has lots of heart. He can see the good in people even when it is hard to find. I guess it’s the innocence of children. What he learns from Vincent is that there’s goodness in everyone if you just dig down deep enough to find it. The Golden Globe nominees were announced on December 11, 2014; and Bill Murray was nominated for BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE - COMEDY OR MUSICAL. The Golden Globe Awards were due to be telecast on January 11th, so by the time you read this, we’ll all know if he won. This movie is very well acted and definitely worth seeing. “Wild” This movie is based on a book written by Cheryl Strayed about a certain period in her life and the extraordinary journey she undertakes. “With the dissolution of her marriage and the death of her mother, Cheryl Strayed has lost all hope. After years of reckless, destructive behavior, she makes a rash decision. With absolutely no experience, driven only by sheer determination, Cheryl hikes more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, alone. Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddens, strengthens, and ultimately heals her.” Cheryl hikes alone, encountering animals and strangers along the way who frighten her, befriend her, help her, teach her. A lack of water and nourishing food threatens her existence, but she keeps going forward. She grieves for her mother and the loss of her marriage. She gets in touch with her inner self. She figures out who she really is and she realizes that the choices she makes determine what her life will be. The slow pace of the movie allows you to feel like you are hiking with Cheryl. It gives you the time you need to understand her and to get a sense of how strong and put together she really is, in the face of obstacles, in order to continue the journey to completion. You see her evolving into a new, healed person. A lot of the action in the movie is seen in Cheryl’s flashbacks of her life before the trip. The flashbacks help you to understand her and why she found it necessary to embark on this journey. Reese Witherspoon plays a very creditable Cheryl. She was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Drama for her role in this film. As I mentioned in the previous review, the award show was aired on January 11th, so by the time you read this review, you’ll know whether or not she won. Cure Bed Sores By Removing Scabs Annette The simple REMOVAL of a SCAB can end the agony of a bedsore within a few days! My mother (age 91) was cured of bedsores on two occasions simply by having a doctor remove a scab. Many people in nursing homes and other care facilities suffer needlessly because nurses do not request a doctor evaluation for the procedure. [email protected] PAGE 46 ad 4745 The removal of a scab ( DEBRIDEMENT) must be done by a doctor, preferably a wound specialist. FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Pets Plus Looking For a Pet? • Type and age of pet. Give careful thought to what would be the right kind of pet for your activity level. Dogs, for instance, make wonderful companions but demand greater care and training than cats, birds, or fish. And do you want to train a puppy? Many dogs have been surrendered for a number of reasons: moving, children allergic, owner passed away. Dogs that are older are usually housebroken and may be trained well. • Future situations. Choose a pet that’s good for both your current circumstances and what’s in the foreseeable future. Are you planning to stay in the same place for many years, or will you be making a transition to an assisted living facility? • Cost. Seniors living on a fixed income must be extra conscientious about planning for the additional costs associated with caring for a pet – including food, litter (for cats), vet bills, and medications. • Contingency care. Make sure to plan for the pet’s future in the event that you can no longer care for the animal properly. • Are you strong enough to walk a large dog? Remember that dogs need to go outside. And if you don’t have a fenced yard, you need to walk your dog. Is that something you are willing to do? • Snowbirds. If you travel to a warmer area for the winter, can you pet come with you? Does your home or rental down south allow pets? These are all things that need to be considered. You do not have to pay a lot for a pet; there are hundreds available for adoption at our local animal facilities. The Ocean County Health Department has two animal facilities; one in Jackson and one in Stafford Township. All of their dogs and cats are microchipped, vaccinated, spayed or neutered. You can call 732-657-8086 with questions. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Walking the “Leash Reactive” Dog As a dog trainer, one of the most common things I hear is, “My dog is wonderful and loves everyone, but when he goes for a walk on leash, he barks and lunges at...” They fill this in with a variety of targets such as “people, cars, other dogs, etc.” It can be very frustrating and embarrassing to be on the other end of that leash and those who experience it often find that their best efforts do not help. Yelling at the dog usually doesn’t work as the dog probably is thinking, “Yup, I was right! This is scary! Mom is barking, too!” Comforting the dog can be nearly impossible because it is just “over the top,” and in extreme cases even redirecting and snapping at the owner. Understanding the dog’s state of mind is the beginning of changing the behavior. Whether the dog wants to “get” the scary thing, get away from the scary thing, or just play, the underlying factor is fear or frustration. But, once it reaches that “over the top” level, all hearing and logic goes out the door and blind emotion takes over. While its ears may hear you, its brain cannot register what you are trying to say and your lovable pet becomes a “raving lunatic.” It can be severe enough that owners limit their walks to the dark hours of early morning or late night, or stop walking the dog all together. The dog’s world then becomes smaller and smaller and gives him even more reason continued on page 49 PAGE 47 PAGE 48 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 continued from page 47 to overreact when he does encounter whatever set him off in the first place. You can help your dog (and yourself) through this. Reactive Dog classes are a great (and probably the quickest) way to work through this process. If this is not for you, with time and patience, you can help your dog. Two things that will calm a dog are food and distance. Let’s say your dog is triggered by seeing another dog. If something wonderful happens when another dog is spotted, you will lower (and eventually eliminate) the fear/frustration reaction. So, if you spot a dog at a distance and stick a great treat like a peasized piece of hot dog on his nose (something delicious, small, smelly, and slimy--not something dry that could get caught in his throat when he is upset), you can begin to change the mental connection your dog has to this event. Each dog has a different threshold to its trigger. He may go ballistic when seeing another dog a whole block away or may not react until the other dog is practically in front of him. You want to get his attention with wonderful treats BEFORE he meets that threshold. Once he reaches that threshold, your chance of calming him greatly diminishes. Let’s go over a specific example….You are walking your dog and you see another dog being walked toward you about half a block away on the same side of the street. You know your dog will react pretty soon. If you stick that small, smelly, slimy, (and delicious) treat right on his nose before he begins to react, say something in a calm voice like, “There’s a doggy friend!” and lead your dog to the other side of the street before he begins his reactive routine, you will have begun to change the mental association he has with seeing other dogs. One treat probably won’t do it. You may need to “Pez out” several treats (one after another) to get to the other side of the street. What happens if your dog spots that other dog and cannot eat that treat? He has already reached his threshold and the best thing to do is give him distance. Using a calm voice, quickly move to the other side of the street. You can also use your body to block your dog’s view. As you gain distance, try offering the treat again. If he can then eat it, you will start to get a feel for what distance your dog needs to begin to relax. Your dog takes cues from your voice and your leash handling. A calm voice and confident leash (no yanking or strangling!) will go a long way to reassuring your dog that you are in control and he has nothing to fear. If your dog is so strong that you feel you have no control in leading him away from a bad situation, you might consider using a head halter. This is a piece of equipment that fits around your dog’s muzzle and also around his neck. A dog’s strength is in his body, so he has much more strength when wearing a collar. But with a head halter, the handler controls the head, and where the head goes, the body follows. This is the same principal as in leading a horse. A horse is much too strong to be led with a collar, but can be led with a halter. If you decide to use a head halter, you will want to acclimate your dog to it and always be careful not to yank its head and neck. Generally, head halters are intended for medium and large dogs, not for small ones. This is an encapsulated explanation of the protocols used to change the behavior of a “leash reactive” dog. It is not intended as a definitive lesson as every dog varies in its level of reactivity, every owner varies, and every reactive situation is different. If you would like to learn more, you can find an even more complete explanation on (https://www.aspca.org/petcare/virtual-pet-behaviorist/dog-behavior/dogs-whoare-reactive-leash), the ASPCA web site. Dianne McCorry, CPDT-KA* (Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed) www.ccpdt.org *Dianne is a resident here in Four Seasons…Karel ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Short Takes Americans are shelling out more on medical care for our pets than ever before – more than $15 billion last year alone. A recent poll found that nearly two thirds of pet owners would pay up to $1,000 for lifesaving treatments, while 25 percent said they’d be willing to fork over $3,000 or more. 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It is far more involved than that. In fact, there are five separate components of communication. And in order for communication to be truly effective, all five need to be recognized and respected. The components are as follows: 1. The sender and the receiver 2. Medium that carries the message: face to face, phone, email, text , etc. 3. Context refers to body language, gestures, facial expression, posture, tone, pitch, pace, etc. 4. The message: the real story trying to be expressed 5. Feedback: response of the listener which when successful, accurately reflects understanding Trying To Reach The Senior Market? 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Regardless of the actual words being verbalized, if tone, gestures, and body language are not in sync with the words, it is the nonverbal communication which will be the more compelling message. Take for example the person who says “I’m not feeling angry,” but says it through clenched teeth while glaring at you. Which do you believe more, he words or the non-verbal message? Being the receiver of the message involves more than hearing the words. It is an active process of focus and concentration, listening to the words while observing the context, and suspending judgment and evaluation so as to attempt to understand the message from the perspective of the sender. Sometimes we may find ourselves getting distracted or drifting off into a formulation of our response while trying to listen. Those obstacles minimize the effectiveness of the communication. Feedback involves a process of questioning and clarifying and validating to get an accurate understanding of the message. It does not mean rebutting, refuting, or defending. It is focused on clear comprehension of the message. This is indeed a process that takes effort, energy, and motivation to pull off well. But the outcome, if effective, is to understand and be understood. In the words of a theologian: “…words bear a different connotation for you than they do for me. Consequently, I can never tell you what you said, but only what I heard. I will have to rephrase what you have said and check it out with you to make sure that what left your mind and heart arrived in my mind and heart intact without distortion.” And that is communication. Please feel free to contact me with your thoughts, comments or reactions. Susanne, [email protected] To live under the American Constitution is the greatest political privilege that was ever accorded to the human race. ~ Calvin Coolidge FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Tech Talk Tidbits REALLY Smart Lightbulb! “There’s no shortage of smart lightbulbs that will save energy,” said Jon Fingas in Engadet.com. “But how many protect your home from thieves?” The Burglar Deterrent, from Massachusetts-based BeON Home, is designed to be a lighting and home security system in one. The smart bulbs learn how you use your lights and then repeat those patterns while you are away, giving the impression of a lived-in home. They’ll even listen for your doorbell and sequence lights to turn on to deter would-be intruders. Each bulb has its own backup battery so lights stay on during power outages, and the bulbs will react to a smoke detector’s beeps by lighting the way out during a fire. All that security doesn’t come cheap: BeON is crowdfunding the project by offering bundles to be delivered as early as April, starting at $199 for a threepack or $295 for a six-pack. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Beware of Power-Sucking Appliances “Don’t let “vampire appliances” bleed your bank account dry,” said Catey Hill in MarketWatch.com. Even when you’re not using electronics and appliances, they may still be sucking up energy and costing you hundreds of dollars a year. Utility experts estimate that roughly 10 percent of the average household’s energy bill is thanks to power-sucking appliances. Flat-screen TVs are often the priciest power drain, and though it’s impractical to unplug your TV each day, one option is to buy an advanced power strip which prevents electronics from using power when they’re not in use. At a cost of $15 to $30, the strips will save you money in the long run. Experts also recommend using the power strips to plug in video game consoles, cable boxes, laser printers, and small kitchen appliances. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Short Takes America now has more devices that connect to the Internet than it has people. The nation’s 311.5 million residents own more than 425 million personal computers, tablets, smartphones, and gaming consoles, according to the research company NPD Group.~USA Today Travel Prep Tips: • Check expiration dates on your driver’s license and passport. • Check your cellphone and medical/emergency coverage. • Have enough prescription meds to last a few extra days. • Alert your credit card company that you will be away. • Prepay all bills that aren’t paid automatically. • Stop your mail and newspaper. 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Also, be aware that there’s a Buy One/Get One Free dinner special (up to $12) Mondays-Thursdays every week. NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH – 2015 What a wonderful way to start the New Year! Judy Schenker, member of the Social Committee, along with her co-coordinator, Judi Comer, really know how to throw a party and get the Four Seasons residents together. There was a feeling of genuine affection among the 220 residents who filled the Ballroom on the first day of 2015. Wallach’s Farm Market provided a satisfying buffet brunch which consisted of eggs, french toast, home fries, sausage, bacon, fruit cups, muffins, juice, and coffee. There were plenty of servers to dish out the delicious selections on the buffet. It was a wonderful feeling to see friends and neighbors wishing happiness and good health to each other in the New Year. May this joyous event continue in the years ahead. The Social Committee has a full year of events planned for 2015. Check the weekly calendar and Channel 77 for more information. PAGE 58 Priscilla Greenwald HOLIDAY LIGHTS TRIP On an unseasonably warm December 18 th , a bus full of Four Seasons residents began what was to be a fantastic trip to New York City to see the beautiful holiday lights and have a delicious lunch in Little Italy. The trip was enhanced by the knowledgeable tour guide who kept up a running commentary as we traversed Manhattan. Our first stop was for lunch in Little Italy on the Lower East Side. The cobblestone streets and tenements (originally built for the Italian immigrants) are reminders of the history of this Manhattan district. We passed through SoHo (South of Houston), which became noted for being the location of many artists’ lofts and art galleries, but is now more known for its variety of shops ranging from trendy upscale boutiques to national and international chain store outlets; NoHo (North of Houston), which is bounded by Mercer Street to the west and the Bowery to the east, from East Ninth Street to East Houston Street. NoHo is primarily made up of loft apartments, which in turn makes it one of the most expensive and desirable neighborhoods in Manhattan. The Landmarks Preservation Commission has declared most of it a 125-building historic district. Along the way, some of the interesting bits of information I learned include: • Broadway is the longest street in Manhattan. • There are 80+ universities in NYC. • Union Square was so named because it was a place to stage union protests. Nowadays, there is a farmers market held there three times a week. • The first department store in Manhattan was Lord & Taylor, established in 1874. • The average speed of traffic around Rockefeller Center during the holiday period is 2 mph. • 80% of people living in Manhattan do not own a car. • The cost of a taxi medallion is now one MILLION dollars! We made stops at Lord & Taylor to view the fabulous animated window displays; the Time-Warner building to see the light show; and spent time in Bryant Park so we could view the beautiful tree, the ice skaters, and browse the various kiosks filled with tempting items to buy. It was a beautiful day…thanks to Cathy and Lisa for arranging this trip Karel Schnitzer FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 A MAGICAL TRIP TO LONGWOOD GARDENS JCC Hanukkah Party December 21, 2014 Our community bus trip to Longwood Gardens started on a sunny afternoon and was a pure joy from the beginning to the very end of this five-star adventure. And it was truly an adventure, because Longwood Gardens, which is located in the beautiful Brandywine Valley of Pennsylvania, has elevated the art of horticulture and is absolutely breathtaking in its beauty. The 41-acre property formerly known as Petirce Park had fallen on hard times, and the owners were about to sell it to a lumber company. Pierre DuPont, in an effort to rescue the trees and save the failing property, purchased the park in 1906. Mr. DuPont grew up in this part of Pennsylvania and loved the natural beauty of the land, so he set about building a garden for his family to enjoy. The Du Ponts renamed the property “Longwood;” and, inspired by their many trips abroad, developed a garden of spectacular beauty. When DuPont died in 1954, he put into place a wellfunded foundation which has allowed the Gardens to grow and be maintained. In 1956, the Gardens were donated to the public for all to enjoy. There is so much to see here. The conservatory alone is home to more than 5,500 plants, ranging from mystical orchids to 8 foot banana trees, to unusual bonsai trees. Every inch of lawn, garden, tree, and flower patch has been crafted to ignite interest and wonder. The Garden was especially festive at this holiday time when it was illuminated with a half a million lights celebrating the season. A Longwood Christmas soars with trees decorated with birds and thousands of other colored decorations beyond description. The music room featured a festive Peacock Ball set with a festive table and an 18-foot rotating tree glimmering with crystal and silver, in the corner of the room. The open-air theater fountain show, filled with music and colored lights, ran continuously throughout the evening. Everything about this place must be seen to be believed We all agreed that this trip was a must-see, so Lisa, please book it again next year! ‘Twas the season for a party deedle-deedle-dee (that’s Yiddish for fa-la-la),” so in the interest of joining in the festive mood of holiday parties being held by almost every club in our community, we too staged a celebratory event. Oy, what a joyous time it was! Thanks to the meticulous planning of Ruth and Marty Spector and their committee of volunteers, food was bountiful, delicious, and satisfying. Stan Stack arranged for the Bobby Block Trio to provide the entertainment for the afternoon; and soon the merriment derived from familiar songs and dance music brightened the moods of all in the room. It was heartwarming to see the dance floor filled with everyone captivated by the music…even those who normally are “motion impaired” tripped the light fantastic (some undeterred by canes or walkers). Joyful music apparently brought out the “Astaire/Rogers” syndrome in all participants. As this was the season of giving, monies collected from our 50-50 and “chuck-a-buck” fund raisers were donated to the Military Order of the Purple Heart Society to benefit needy veterans of World War II, the Korean Conflict, and the Viet Nam War. In lieu of cash prizes, gifts collected by Bob Hertzendorf from local merchants were awarded to lucky winners. While it is acknowledged that giving is the keynote of this time, it’s also nice to receive….It’s safe to say that all in attendance received a delightful time-well-spent afternoon. Terri Peters Roz Obolsky COMMUNITY NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA The 190 residents who attended the party at the Clubhouse were welcomed into a beautiful winter wonderland in our very own Clubhouse. According to chair, Judy Schenker, they danced to the music of DJ Joey into the wee hours of the night, and enjoyed the tasty mini-sandwiches and pastry platters catered by Wallach’s. Many of the evening’s attendees also came to the brunch on the following morning to welcome in the New Year, 2015! Many thanks go to Judy Schenker, the “set-up crew,” photographer Jeri Kenney, and to Judi Comer for all of her help in making both events so successful. Jeri Hadley PAGE 59 Women’s Club Holiday Party & Installation of Officers December 5, 2014 Women socialized and toasted one another to express holiday wishes for good health, good times, good friends, and much love and peace in the year to come. Don Pesce provided dance music as well as quiet dinner background holiday music. After the meal, President Ruth Ann McClelland introduced Nominating Chair Fran D’Amico to present and install the new officers for 2015: Denise Esposito, President; Sandy DeCarlo, First Vice President; Virginia Kehoe, Second Vice President; Kathy Suppa, Secretary; Terry Lomangino, Treasurer; and Jeri Hadley, Corresponding Secretary. Newly- installed President Esposito thanked guests for attending and encouraged them to remain as 2015 members and bring along their friends. The beautiful ballroom at Crystal Point welcomed Dues are $10.00 yearly and meetings are held the over 170 members of the Women’s Club for its annual first Friday of each month. Breakfast starts at 9:00 holiday celebration. There were lovely favors, 50/50s, A.M. and meetings start at approximately 9:30, foloutstanding door prizes, and a fantastic luncheon menu. lowed by the program. February 6th MeetingCome learn about T’ai Chi Ch’uan & Energy Medicine To quote our presenter Siobhan Hutchinson, MA Holistic Health, “Every year, many people make a promise to themselves to do better or to reach a goal. Sadly, many find by February or March that they are not making steps to that end.” If you are interested in natural techniques to reenergize, re-fresh, and re-vitalize yourself to reach these goals, join us on February 6th for a provocative presentation on holistic techniques. Our speaker, Siobhan Hutchinson, is locally known as a T’ai Chi, Reiki, and Energy Medicine teacher. Siobhan will introduce us to some T’ai Chi movements and Energy Medicines, that are evidence-based for better health. It’s easy and a lot of fun, too! I hope you will join us. PAGE 60 Jeri Hadley FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 2014 Four Seasons Times Party PAGE 61 Holiday Lights Trip PAGE 62 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Holiday Lights Trip Please Patronize Our Advertisers SENIOR PUBLISHING COMPANY accepts advertisements and advertisements are based upon information provided by the advertiser. SENIOR PUBLISHING COMPANY does not independently investigate the accuracy of advertisement content and does not warrant or represent the accuracy of the content of any advertisement. PAGE 63 JCC Chanukah Party PAGE 64 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Longwood Gardens Deborah Hosts Young Dancers PAGE 65 New Years Eve PAGE 66 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 New Years Eve PAGE 67 New Years Eve PAGE 68 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 New Years Eve PAGE 69 Radio City Trip PAGE 70 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015 Straight Horizons This is the time of year when many of us travel to warmer places. This gives us the opportunity to shoot some landscapes and seascapes of the places we visit. It is very important to make certain you hold your camera level on this type of shot so the horizon is straight and level. Having a tilted horizon line is especially important when shooting sunrises and sunsets. If the horizon is tilted (even slightly) it will make the image seem unnatural and give it an unbalanced feel. It is also important to keep your camera level when shooting indoors. Horizontal lines, such as a fireplace mantel, molding, or door frames, that are not level will make your images less appealing. When photographing, take your time and make certain your composition is good and level. That’s it for this month. As always you can email me with any questions at [email protected]. If you’d like to see more of my images you can visit my site at www.KirmsPhotography.com . Remember to keep shooting and trying to improve your images, but most importantly, have fun with your camera. Straight Horizon Crooked Horizon PAGE 71 PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID Lakewood, NJ 08701 PERMIT NO. 211 PAGE 72 FOUR SEASONS TIMES FEBRUARY 2015
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