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The President’s Message

by

Zelda Krodman

Inside This Issue:

Bits & Pieces…p.3

Tributes…p.5-6

Meet Our Members…p.7

Membership Application…p.8

Photo Gallery…p.9-10

CommunityOutreach/Social Justice…p.11-12 CIO…p.12

Study Groups...p.14-19

On the Road…p.19-20

Save the Date…p.21-23

Calendar…p.24-25

Registration…p.26-27

IN SUPPORT OF BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY VOL. IX NO. 2 SPRING 2015

With the start of a New Year, it becomes a time to look forward to our

future with a renewed purpose. This has been an interesting year and

our board members join me in thanking you, our members for your

loyalty. We have enjoyed a year of learning and friendship and we look

forward to more of the same.

As my fingers roamed on my computer I came across a most interesting

thought and I would like to pass it on to you.

The 3 C’s of Life: Choices, Chances and Changes:

You must make a Choice to take a Chance or your life will never Change.

My life changed dramatically when I made the choice to help create a

BNC Chapter at Westlake. Our dedicated committee members bring us

diversified choices all through the year to keep learning alive. Fund

Raising is alive and well and gives us the chance to raise money to

continue the ongoing research at the University.

Our Social Justice and Community Outreach Committees are always

reaching out and we have many opportunities available for our

members to choose the way they can be of service.

Paying it forward is a large part of what we do. Try it and it will change

your life.

Look through this bulletin and make plans for the future.

Learn with us, laugh with us, and partake of the myriad choices we offer.

Zelda

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT Zelda Krodman 833-7909

EXECUTIVE VP Nadine Krystall 833-8253

VP'S MEMBERSHIP Rochelle Blum 833-2629 Karen Schuman 833-0590

VP STUDY GROUPS Ann Newman 928-2782 Judy Carton 833-7488

VP FUND RAISING Carolle Weiner 833-0107 Michele Feldman 833-2376

TREASURER Linda Levin 928-0829 Gayle Rubin 928-9633

REGISTRAR Susan Leaman (973)760-9061

VP BULLETIN/COMMUNICATION Andi Kornreich 833-6195

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Charna Phillips 833-7970 Violet Vietoris 927-3355

SOCIAL JUSTICE Elene Kurtzman 928-9377

CIO Arlene Feder 833-4350

PARLIAMENTARIAN Barbara Silverman 401-0620

PAST PRESIDENT Phyllis Van Wagenen 833-9564

COMMITTEE CHAIRS

DONATION CARDS / SUSTAINING THE MIND Lynne Schneiderman 534-0084 HISTORIAN Myra Abramowitz 833-7212 HOSPITALITY Beverly Brown 276-5382 MEMBERSHIP BUDDIES Lois Krystall 833-4140 PHONE SQUAD Sandy Maistrow 833-7713 THEATER Paula Barth 833-7562

534-0084

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE

Rhonda Ames Sue Klau

Paula Barth Zelda Krodman

Rhea Borofsky Nadine Krystall

Pat Hannisch Karen Schuman

Joan Hymes Judy Spano

Rona Stein

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE!

No Experience Necessary!

On Job Training!

The Executive Board has two positions that need to be filled as soon as possible. The positions are Corresponding Secretary and Recording Secretary. No experience is necessary, we will train and help you. While the pay is non- existent the benefits of working with a wonderful group of women are priceless. If you are interested in or would like to nominate someone for one of these positions, please contact Nadine Krystall 833-8253.

It is with regret that Zelda and the

Executive Board accepted the resignations

of Violet Vietoris from her position of

Recording Secretary and of Lynne

Schneiderman from her position of

Corresponding Secretary. Both women did

an excellent job but personal commitments

prompted their decisions. We are happy to

report that Violet will continue on with

Community Outreach and Lynne will still

collect donations for Sustaining the Mind

and Tribute Cards.

Yes, we still are collecting

Box Tops for Education.

Please save the Box Tops For Education coupons found on cereal, soup cans, etc. and bring them to the blue collection box in the coat room of the clubhouse. The box is on the shelf above the food pantry collection bin.

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. MISSION STATEMENT

Brandeis National Committee is dedicated to providing philanthropic support to Brandeis University, a distinguished liberal arts and research university founded by the American Jewish Community. Its membership is connected to the University through fund raising and through activities that reflect the values on which the University was founded: academic excellence, social justice, non-sectarianism and service to the community.

We are nearing the end of our Sustaining the Mind campaign, which seeks to raise $3 million to support ground breaking research & help train the next generation of leading scientists. Together, we can help our family, friends & loved ones.

Click here to make history and be a part of the future to find a cure for diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, ALS and Autism.

Thank you!

Say:

Thank you!

Happy Birthday!

Happy Anniversary!

Congratulations!

Get Well!

Express Sympathy.

You may make your

donation by way of a

lovely card which will

be sent out by Lynne

Schneiderman.

Donation checks are

made out to BNC with

“Sustaining the Mind”

on the memo line. Call

Lynne at 534-0084 for

prompt service!

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TRIBUTE CARDS Join the Brandeis National Committee in Making the Possible Happen

Honor, celebrate, or memorialize the important events in the lives of your friends and family with a contribution to the Book Fund or to the Sustaining the Mind: Scientific Research and Scholarship Campaign.

By choosing one of the three beautiful Brandeis National Committee Book Fund tribute cards, your contribution to the Book Fund will strengthen the Libraries at Brandeis University. These cards are available for $5.50, $10.50, or $18.50 and each feature the inspiring words of Louis D. Brandeis, namesake of Brandeis University. Donations of $5.50 or more help to purchase thousands of books and journals each year.

Donations can also be made to Sustaining the Mind: Scientific Research and Scholarship. This is a campaign to fund research in neuroscience and neurodegenerative diseases and to establish an endowed scholarship fund for students in the sciences.

To place an order contact: LYNNE SCHNEIDERMAN 534-0084 OR EMAIL:

TRESOR694@AOL.COM

TRIBUTE CARDS & SUSTAINING THE MIND CONTRIBUTIONS

DONOR RECIPIENT MESSAGE Howard & Toby Lazan Harvey & Ellie Stambler

Mr. & Mrs. Norman Primost In Honor of their grandson’s Bar Mitzvah

Zelda Krodman

Sonya Simon Speedy Recovery

Zelda Krodman Emily Lambariello In Memory of her husband, Albert

Art & Gloria Gates Irwin & Doris Rochlin In Honor of their grandson Josh’s Bar Mitzvah

Brandeis Executive Board Helene Abramowitz Speedy Recovery

Annette & Edward Brenner

Helene Gulkis Dr. Richard Kelter

Speedy Recovery Speedy Recovery

Ira & Lori Schmidt Rita & Larry Messin Ruth & Joel Perlman Greta & Abe Pineles

Elene Kurtzman Happy Special Birthday!

Rhonda Ames Zelda Krodman

Sheila Rankin In Memory of her sister, Sandy Seidman

$5.50

$10.50

$18.50

Also available

$35.50* Learned

Research

Journal

$55.50* Medical

Science Journal

*Includes

postage

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DONOR RECIPIENT MESSAGE Zelda Krodman Norma Raposa Donna Sacks Paula Sands

Rhonda Ames In Memory of her mother, Lillian

Brandeis Executive Board The Family of Linda Gallay Cheryl Lahnstein

In Memory of Linda Gallay In Memory of her husband, Stephen

Fran Novick Allison & John Occhipinti

David Salzman & Family In Memory of their father, Emanuel

Fran Novick Eve Friedlander In Memory of her husband, Jeffrey

Gail & Alex Sender Nikki Goldsmith & Family

In Memory of their mother

Zelda Krodman Donna Sacks Barry & Iris Bulgach

Ed Brenner In Memory of his brother, Richard

Barry & Iris Bulgach

Martin Katz Roz Ringel

Happy 80th Birthday! Speedy Recovery

Zelda Krodman Gloria & Art Gates

Sylvia Cohen In Memory of her mother, Kay

Gail & Alex Sender Loretta Guardavaccaro Pauline Levine

In Memory of her brother, Giuseppe “Joe” Bellantuono In Memory of her son-in-law, Stan

Mike & Andi Kornreich Brandeis Executive Board

Mel Feder In Memory of his mother, Sally Feder

Donna Sacks Gayle Williams

In Memory of her aunt

Mike & Andi Kornreich Eileen Rosenzweig In Memory of her mother, Pearl Lasky

Brandeis Executive Board Connie Singelakis

In Memory of her husband, Nick

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Membership – Rochelle Blum & Karen Schuman

Meet Our Members!

Ruth Melon, one of our new members and a resident

here at Westlake for the past year and a half, has come to us from northwest New Jersey. Having three sisters living fairly close by, a shore home in Belmar and a daughter in Howell, Ruth and her husband were enticed to move to Westlake, where they find everyone welcoming. The Melons now enjoy babysitting for their granddaughter several times a week. Ruth became interested in Brandeis because of the variety of activities offered such as arts and crafts, trips, academic and entertaining study groups, and “best of all,” in her opinion, “they are all available in one organization!” Also, the Community Outreach programs and neurodegenerative disease research being done at Brandeis are very important to her. Ruth has a deep love of history and pursued research on her own about the White Rose in Germany during World War II. As a result of her findings, Ruth wrote and published a book in 2007, Journey to the White Rose in Germany. This fascinating story will be presented by Ruth in a study group here at the clubhouse in May. Register for this interesting study group and get to meet Ruth and learn more about her!

Delores Decker and her husband Bob have been

Westlake residents for a year and a half. Before coming to Westlake they settled in Middletown, NJ after several moves across the country. They have two daughters, one of whom is married with three children and resides in Illinois. Delores experienced the outreach of friendship early in her residency here when walking Becky, her Golden Retriever. A neighbor and Brandeis member started a conversation with her on one of her walks, and invited

her to a dinner in her home! That was the beginning of meeting people, learning Mah Jongg and joining Brandeis. Not only did Dolores join Brandeis, she is already presenting a study group for us! Dolores has always loved to sew and do projects, especially for her children and grandchildren. Now she is sharing her talent and enthusiasm with all of us, who also love to do special things for the children in our lives. Look for her study group “1,2,3, Make A Decorative Pillowcase!” We welcome you, Delores!

3 MONTHS

FREE!

If you join Brandeis now as a new member or as a returning member (lapsed membership) you will get 3 months free! You will get a 15 month membership for the price of one year!

See the New Member

Application on p. 8 of this Bulletin.

Please welcome our newest member: Lorraine Sisko

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Brandeis - Westlake Chapter

NEW MEMBER APPLICATION

I would be interested in joining the following committees: ____Community Service

(Please Print) _____Fundraising Committee

____Special Events Committee NAME_____________________________ ____Membership Buddies ____Hospitality ____Willing to Bake ADDRESS__________________________ _____Phone Squad ____Registration Committee CITY____________ STATE___ ZIP______ ____ Study Group Committee I have the following skills and would be HOME PHONE______________________ interested in helping out: EMAIL_____________________________ ____Computer Skills ____Bookkeeping Skills CELL______________________________ ____Accounting Skills ____Video/Photography ____ E mails Annual national dues apply from July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016

CHECK ONE: ____ Regular Membership ($60.00) ____Couples Membership ($100.00) ____Associate Membership**($15.00) Make checks payable to Brandeis National Committee (BNC) REMEMBER: Dues are TAX DEDUCTABLE

Mail or deliver your MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION and CHECK to: Rochelle Blum Karen Schuman 59 Spyglass Drive or 23 Bay Hill Road For membership Information, call: Rochelle …833-2629 or Karen…833-0590 **Associate Members - If you belong to another BNC Chapter and

wish to participate in our Westlake Study Groups and Special Events, you can become an Associate Member! Associate membership is $15 a year. Please let us know in what Chapter you are currently a member.

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PHOTO Gallery

Cooking Demo & Lunch at La Cipollina

September 8, 2014

Hat Exhibit in Toms River – September 2, 2014 Tea at Lillagard’s in Ocean Grove October 27, 2014

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Visit to the Coptic Church – November 20, 2014 Grounds for Sculpture – September 19, 2014

Visit to Historic Shrewsbury October 23, 2014

WHAT? (Don’t ask!) Study Group- “An Uplifting

Experience” the 100th Anniversary of the Bra.

December 2, 2014

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Social Justice – Elene Kurtzman

Brandeis Chemo Caps Project By Nadine Krystall

As part of Brandeis’ Community Outreach and Social Justice Program,

Elene Kurtzman and Nadine Krystall reached out to a group of

volunteers who were able to knit and crochet. The idea was to produce

handmade caps for adults and children receiving cancer treatment.

Every Thursday morning at 10 a.m. tucked away in the “Do Nothing

Room” (which translates into the “Doing Something Room”), a large

group of women are busy at work knitting and crocheting while

catching up on the latest Westlake news and having a wonderful time.

We approached these lovely

women with our ideas. They

were so excited and enthusiastic

to get started with this project

that they put their own crafted

and personal items aside.

The caps for the adults are

called “Ali Caps” and the

children receive “Happy Caps.”

To date, we have sent hundreds

of caps both to adults in various facilities and to the children at St.

Peter’s Hospital in New Brunswick. In November, we celebrated the

kindness of these women with a lovely continental breakfast, while

dozens of busy fingers were truly producing their labors of love.

Note: If anyone can knit or crochet and would like to participate in this

project, please call Elene Kurtzman at 928-9377 or Nadine Krystall at

833-8253. We have tons of instructions. Yarn is provided for the adult

caps since they must be made of cotton. We are gladly accepting

donations of any yarn except wool for the making of the children’s Happy

Caps.

What Is Social Justice?

Social justice is

defined as working

with the

disadvantaged to

change society for the

benefit of all. A just

society understands

and values human

rights and recognizes

the dignity of every

human being.

There are many ways

that Brandeis

National Committee

chapters work within

their communities to

enable social change.

They champion

community service

projects, volunteer

and promote

awareness of social

issues.

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Community Outreach - Charna Phillips & Violet Vietoris

It’s Deja Vu All Over Again!

Once again we have seen the generosity of our members

and once more Violet Vietoris’ sofa was laden with goods

donated to those less fortunate. In the last Bulletin, we had

a photo of Violet’s sofa and living room filled with school

supplies and back packs. This time there was an

outpouring for the patients at the Manor House at Centra

State. Violet was amazed that despite the hectic pace of the

holiday season, our membership took the time to

contribute supplies or cash so that our Community

Outreach could send 50 gift bags to this facility.

Natalie Bindler who delivered the gift bags said “I cannot tell you how happy they were to get the

gift bags. It made their day. The look on their faces was worth it all. Thank you Brandeis members,

one and all!”

Chapter Information Officer - Arlene Feder

Promoting Healthy Aging Through Active Living

Most adults agree an active and engaged lifestyle is essential for good health. They’ve heard about

the many benefits of physical activity, including better heart and respiratory health, greater bone

and muscle strength, and improved cognitive function. Many know that exercise can also lower the

risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer and depression. Yet only a small percentage of middle- aged and

older adults in the United States engage in regular physical exercise. With $1.5 million from the

National Institute on Aging, researchers from Brandeis, Northeastern University, Boston University,

Hebrew Senior Life/Harvard Medical School and Boston College will develop, test and promote

healthy aging strategies. Healthy aging programs will be implemented among diverse and low-

income populations. Innovative approaches to increase physical activity and decrease sedentary

behaviors will be explored.

Creation of Hassenfeld Family Innovation Center

The Hassenfeld family has donated a $2.5 million gift to the Brandeis International Business School

to establish the Hassenfeld Family Innovation Center, which will build upon the university’s

reputation as one of the nation’s leading research institutions. The center will provide a platform

for increased corporate outreach to innovative firms and provide new educational opportunities for

Brandeis students. It will also enhance efforts to bring Brandeis’ research and technology advances

to commercial partners in sectors such as life sciences, clean energy and information technology.

This gift will enable Brandeis to build the critical bridge between academic and industrial research.

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It will encourage new partnerships outside Brandeis and attract more

sponsored research opportunities at Brandeis. The Hassenfeld family’s

deep connection to Brandeis extends back to the university’s earliest

days, when Henry Hassenfeld, co-founder of the Hasbro toy company in

Rhode Island, made a gift to Brandeis. His daughter-in-law Sylvia

Hassenfeld, who died in August 2014, served on the Brandeis Board of

Trustees from 1996 to 2014. Two of her children, Alan Hassenfeld,

retired CEO of Hasbro, and Ellen Hassenfeld Block, have continued the

family’s involvement with Brandeis.

ATTENTION NEW MEMBERS!

Do you want to attend one of our Brandeis Events, but feel like you might get lost in the crowd?

The Membership committee has a "buddy" system. One of our committee members will gladly meet you,

greet you, and sit with you. We can always arrange a "Buddy" for you! We can even arrange a ride!

If interested, please contact: Lois Krystall 833-4140

WHAT KIND OF STUDY GROUPS DO YOU WANT?

WHAT KIND OF TRIPS WOULD YOU

LIKE?

Have an idea? Why not share it?

Call Ann Newman 928-2782

Or Judy Carton 833-7488

STUDY GROUP COMMITTEE

CHAIRS: Ann Newman Judy Carton

COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Mary Austin Rhea Borofsky Carole Fineman Arlene Goldman Barbara Kaufman Andi Kornreich Elene Kurtzman Lenore Lawner Janet Pernick Greta Pineles Bobbi Rivere Gayle Rubin Sonya Simon Mary Ann Voegeli Phyllis Van Wagenen Suze Weinberg

DON’T FORGET!

REGISTRATION FOR STUDY GROUPS IS

NOW OPEN!

You can drop off your registration at anytime,(beginning now until February 13 at 5pm).

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#1 GIVE ME YOUR WORD WEDNESDAYS - MARCH 4

APRIL 1, JUNE 3 Facilitator: Bobbie Rivere 833-8384 Time: 10:00-Noon Place: Bobbie’s home (10 Pine Valley Rd.) Members: 10 Cost: $9 (Includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind) Give Me Your Word is an enjoyable writing project. It involves no teachin’ or preachin’. Participants share their work in a relaxed setting. Our writing concepts will come from various sources such as pictures, stories and newspapers.

#2 IT’S DEBATABLE TUESDAY, MARCH 10

Facilitators: Bobbie Rivere 833-8384 Ann Newman 928-2782 Time: 10:00-11:30am Place: Clubhouse Members: 15 Cost: $7 (Includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind) Do you have an opinion on current events, movies, theater and more? If so, join Bobbie and Ann for a lively discussion of different viewpoints.

#3MONTHLY BOOK DISCUSSION WEDNESDAYS - MARCH 18

APRIL 15, MAY 27, JUNE 24 Facilitator: Andi Kornreich 833-6195 Time: 1:30-3:00pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 15 Cost: $9 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind) This will be a monthly book discussion group that will meet throughout the year. Each month a different member will be responsible for leading the discussion. The books to be discussed will be chosen by the group. At a previous meeting the group selected the book title All the Light We Cannot See, by Anthony Doerr for the March Discussion. The titles for April, May and June will be selected at the first meeting.

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#4 WELLNESS THURSDAY, MARCH 19

Facilitator: Tammy Geric Contact: Barbara Kaufman 928-4550 Time: 1:30-3:00pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 25 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind) Take this wonderful opportunity to join Tammy Geric - certified spiritual healer and teacher - for a presentation on the health benefits of holistic therapies. Topics will include massage therapy, reiki, cranio sacral therapy, mediation and more. Discussion will conclude with information and Q & A.

#5 DREAMS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25

Facilitator: Mary Ann Voegeli 833-8363 Time: 10:30-Noon Place: Mary Ann’s Home (4 Pine Valley Rd.) Members: 15 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

This study group was conceived from our Sleep Study Group. We thought it would be fun to discover more about the mystery of dreams. Why we dream is still one of the behavioral sciences greatest unanswered questions. We know that dreams are successions of images, ideas, emotions and sensations that occur involuntarily in the mind during certain stages of sleep. We will discuss our dreams and what they

mean to us. If you sign up for this workshop, begin recording your dreams.

#6 DREAMS FRIDAY, JUNE 12

Facilitator: Mary Ann Voegeli 833-8363 Time: 10:30-Noon Place: Mary Ann’s Home (4 Pine Valley Rd.) Members: 15 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

This study group is the same as Study Group #5 listed above, but it is offered on a different day. You only attend one session, not both.

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#7 MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR: FRIDAY, MARCH 27

MERIDIAN HEALTH VILLAGE

Facilitator: Rochelle Blum 833-2629

Time: 11:00 –12:30pm

Place: Meridian Health Village

27 South Cooks Bridge Rd. Jackson, NJ

Members: 20

Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

A special tour has been prepared for us by the Fitness Director at Meridian Health and Wellness Center, our most recent community neighbor. If you were curious as to what the facility has to offer and what makes it stand out from other health clubs, add this event to your calendar. We will be treated to a tour of the facility, and gain an understanding of the various programs and types of exercise offered in each part of the gym. We will also meet an exercise specialist and receive a presentation on “Food and Fitness.” Questions and answers will be ongoing.

#8 FILM ON FILM (Brandeis syllabus selection) TUESDAY, MARCH 31

Singin’ in the Rain Facilitators: Arlene Goldman 833-7955 Barbara Kaufman 928-4550 Time: 10:30-12:30pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 40 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind) Join us in the viewing of this beloved film, considered to be the greatest “musical of all time”. Discover the behind the scenes reality that created the movie illusions.

#9 THE ETHICIST MONDAYS - APRIL 20, MAY 18

Facilitator: Greta Pineles 276-7510 Time: 10:30-Noon Place: Clubhouse Members: 20 Cost: $9 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

Looking for members who enjoy a lively discussion with a little humor mixed in. This group uses the NY Times columns “The Ethicist” and “The Social Q” to launch our discussions.

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#10 SPRING INTO HEALTH MONDAY, MAY 11

Presenter: Jennifer Klein Contact: Ann Newman 928-2782 Time: 1:00-2:30pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 30 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

The merry month of May is the perfect time of year to “spring clean” our diets for the summer months. Join Jennifer Klein, registered dietician with the Perlmutter Family Shoprites for a discussion about healthy eating guidelines and goal setting for warm weather. Jennifer will offer a selection of light healthy palate pleasing snacks.

#11 IDENTITY THEFT AND CYBERCRIME WEDNESDAY, MAY 13

Presenter: Donna Parsons Contact: Barbara Kaufman 928-4550 Time: 2:00-3:30 pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 40 Fee: $7(includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

Learn how to keep your personal information secure. “What to do” and “What not to do” about phone and internet fraud. Understand the link between you and the massive data breaches that have occurred in our society. This seminar will include valuable handout information to help thwart criminals from targeting your personal information.

#12 AUTHOR RUTH MELON’S JOURNEY

TO THE WHITE ROSE IN GERMANY WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 Presenter: Ruth Melon Contact: Elene Kurtzman 928-9377 Time: 10:30-12:30pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 30 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

Author Ruth Bernadette Melon invites you to explore the research and tools used to craft her book, Journey to the White Rose in Germany. Together you will sample an array of diary entries, letters, testimony of eyewitnesses, personal interviews, documentary material and films that laid the foundation for this account. The setting of this Creative Nonfiction is Munich, where in 1942-43, student soldiers and other youths secretly penned and distributed messages condemning Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime. While the White Rose may have been brutally silenced during the Holocaust, the messages left behind stir minds and spirits decades later. Ruth’s travels to Germany,

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particularly to schools named for members of the White Rose, inspired a prologue and an epilogue for the book. Our journey together will close as we hear the voice of a German teacher at Christoph Probst Gymnasium speak of how the White Rose legacy lives among her students today.

#13 THE JEWISH CARDINAL MONDAY, JUNE 1

Facilitators: Ann Newman 928-2782 Mary Austin - 833-4166 Time: 10:30-12:30pm Place: Clubhouse Members: 25 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

The Jewish Cardinal is a film that tells the true story of Jean-Marie Lustiger, the son of Polish Jewish immigrants. He tried to maintain his cultural identity as a Jew, even after he converted to Catholicism, and becomes a priest. Eventually Jean-Marie becomes Archbishop of Paris. When Carmelite Nuns open a convent within the walls of Auschwitz, Lustiger finds himself a mediator between the two communities, and he may be forced to take sides.

#14 FIRST LADIES MONDAY, JUNE 8

Presenter: Susan Addelston Contact: Greta Pineles 276-7510 Time: 10:00-Noon Place: Clubhouse Members: 30 Cost: $7 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

First Ladies: Why are they called that? What is their role in America? Have any changed the course of our history? (good or bad?) What expectations are there for this unelected position? How has the public perception of their importance affected the views of their presidential spouses? How does their role compare with other nation’s spouses? Could there be a woman president and a First Gentleman? There will be handouts.

#15 1-2-3!! MAKE A DECORATIVE PILLOWCASE MONDAY, JUNE 22

( A Social Justice Project) Presenter: Dolores Decker 706-0404 Contact: Elene Kurtzman 928-9377 Time: 10:00-Noon Place: 68 Wild Dunes Way (Dolores’ home) Members: 14 Cost: $12 (includes materials and $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

Make a unique pillowcase as fast as “1-2-3”. These will be donated to Dottie’s House, a shelter for homeless women and their children. You won’t believe how easy they are to make. All materials and instructions including a demonstration from start to finish will be presented. Just take the

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provided materials and instructions and complete this fun project at home. All you need is access to a sewing machine and be able to sew a straight line. If you don’t have a sewing machine, buddying up with a friend who does will make the activity even more fun.

On the Road Again….. The following Events take place outside Of Westlake.

Join us on our next adventure… Need a ride to a Brandeis event? We can arrange one for you! Please call: Sandy Maistrow 833-7713

#16 HISTORIC FREEHOLD MONDAY, MAY 4

Contact: Andi Kornreich 833-6195 Time: 10:30-12:30PM Place: Covenhoven House 150 West Main Street Freehold, New Jersey West Freehold School Museum 209 Wemrock Road Freehold, New Jersey Members: 30

Cost: $11 (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind Campaign)

Join us as we visit historic Covenhoven House, the home of a wealthy Dutch farmer of the area. Built before the American Revolution, this home is an example of a blending of Dutch culture and English style. We will have a docent led tour of the house and kitchen and will see a demonstration of how a typical colonial breakfast was made. A tasting of the breakfast will be available to all. Our second stop of the morning will be the Old School House across from Mount’s Corner in Freehold. A docent will tell us the history of the building which was built in 1847 and how a classroom functioned back in the 1800’s. Please bring $2 in cash for a donation to the Freehold Historic Preservation Commission for the maintenance of this historic site. We will meet at Covenhoven House. Please be prompt, the tour starts at 10:30. We will then drive to the School House, our second destination. Driving directions will be sent to you several days prior to the visit. Car pools will be arranged.

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#17 ZIMMERLI ART MUSEUM TUESDAY, MAY 26

AT RUTGERS UNIVERSITY Contact: Ann Newman 928-2782 Time: 11:00-12:15pm Place: 71 Hamilton Avenue New Brunswick, NJ Members: 30 Cost: $15. (includes $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

The Zimmerli Art Museum on the campus of Rutgers University displays more than 60,000 works of art. The rich and varied collection includes 19th century French Art, Russian, Soviet non-conformist Art and American Art. Join us for a 75 minute docent led tour of the permanent collection. After the guided tour you are welcome to independently explore the museum. Nearby are several restaurants for your dining pleasure or refreshments are available in Cafe Z. Carpools will be arranged. Please be prompt, the tour begins at 11:00am.

#18 FASHION AND BRUNCH EVENT WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17

AT THE WHITE BUTTERFLY Presenter: The White Butterfly Contact: Elene Kurtzman 928-9377 Time: 9:00-11:00am Place: The White Butterfly Gift Shop and Cafe Members: 40 Cost: $18 (includes breakfast and $5 contribution to Sustaining the Mind)

Enjoy a lovely summer morning at the White Butterfly. Begin your morning with juice, coffee and tea while watching demonstrations on variations of scarf tying, viewing fashion accessories and summer clothes modeling. This will be followed by a bountiful breakfast buffet. Afterwards, shop at the White Butterfly and they will donate 20% of the proceeds to Brandeis’ Sustaining the Mind Campaign.

Snowbirds….

Remember you can mail in your

registration to:

Susan Leaman 5 Inverness Lane

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Registration must be received by Friday, February 13 at 5pm

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It’s a ‘Shore’ Thing

Let’s Do Lunch!

Experience a specially prepared menu created just for us at the

SHIPWRECK GRILL – 720 Ashley Avenue – Brielle, New Jersey

Wednesday, April 29th

Facilitated by: Rhonda Ames and Zelda Krodman

Mark your calendar & join us for

Cooking Demo, Fun, Food,

Lively Conversation and Diva Games w/prizes

Check your email for the invitation!

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Our bus departs Westlake at 9:15 a.m. First stop at the Short Hills Hilton for a delicious Buffet Brunch

Second Stop at the Mall at Short Hills

Nowhere else in New Jersey can you find such an unprecedented collection of upscale specialty retailers. The region's preeminent shopping destination includes 160 specialty stores including Michael Kors, Anne Taylor, Cartier, Chanel, Chico’s, Crate & Barrel, Dior, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Juicy Couture, Liz Clairborne, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Polo Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Tiffany & Co, Crate and Barrel, William Sonoma and anchors Bloomingdale's, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue.

The Mall at Short Hills, a favored destination for shoppers from far and wide.

Details to Follow On Official Invitation

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CAPTURE THE FLAG!

7PM CLUBHOUSE

An evening of fun, cards and desserts!

Open to all Westlake residents!

CAPTURE THE FLAG!

Proceeds go to Sustaining the Mind Campaign to fund Scientific Research and Scholarship

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Proceeds go to Sustaining the Mind Campaign to fund Scientific Research and Scholarship

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MARCH 2015

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 Give Me Your

Word 10:00am Bobbi’s home

5 6 7

8 9 10 It’s Debatable 10:00am Clubhouse

11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 Book Discussion 1:30pm Clubhouse

19 Wellness 1:30pm Clubhouse

20 21

22 23 24 25 Dreams 10:30am Mary Ann’s Home

26 27 Meridian Health 11:00am Meridian in Jackson

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29 30 31 Singin’ In the Rain 10:30am Clubhouse

APRIL 2015

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Give me Your

Word 10:00am Bobbi’s home

2 3 PASSOVER GOOD FRIDAY

4

5 EASTER

6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 Book Discussion 1:30pm Clubhouse

16 17 18

19 20 The Ethicist 10:30am Clubhouse

21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 “A Shore Thing” Shipwreck Grill, Brielle

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MAY 2015

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1

2

3 4 Historic Freehold 10:30am Freehold

5 6 7 8 9

10 11 Spring into Health 1:00pm Clubhouse

12 13 Identity Theft 2:00pm Clubhouse

14 15 16

17 18 The Ethicist 10:30am Clubhouse

19 20 Ruth Melon’s White Rose 10:30am Clubhouse

21 22 23

24/31 25 26 Zimmerli Museum 11:00am New Brunswick

27 Book Discussion 1:30pm Clubhouse

28 29 30 Capture the Flag 7:00pm Clubhouse Save the Date!

JUNE 2015

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Jewish

Cardinal 10:30am Clubhouse

2 3 Give Me Your Word 10:00am Bobbi’s home

4 5 6

7 8 First Ladies 10:00am Clubhouse

9 10 11 12 Dreams 10:30am Mary Ann’s home

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14 15 Short Hills Mall 9:15am Day Trip

16 17 Fashion Brunch 9:00am White Butterfly, Jackson

18 19 20

21 22 Pillowcases 10:00am Dolores’ home

23 24 Book Discussion 1:30pm Clubhouse

25 26 27

28 29 30

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HOW to register! It’s easy! Just follow the steps below…..

1. Print out the registration form on page 27. You only need one form! (You may

want to make an extra copy for your own records). Be sure to mark your

calendars.

2. Place a check mark next to the study groups you wish to attend.

3. Write a separate check for each study group. For example, if you chose to attend 3 study groups, you should have 3 checks!

4. On the front of the check write the name and number of the study group on

the memo line.

5. Be sure that you filled in your name, email and phone/cell phone on the bottom of the registration sheet.

6. Put all your checks (payable to BNC) and the single registration form into ONE envelope.

7. Deliver the envelope or mail to: SUSAN LEAMAN 5 INVERNESS LANE.

8. Registration is now open! You may deliver or mail your

registration to the above address at any time. DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 at 5PM.

As Always:

Snowbirds can mail in their registration. It must arrive by February 13 at 5pm. You can have a friend drop off your registration for you. You do NOT have to write the time of delivery on the front of the envelope. If a Study Group is oversubscribed, a lottery for that group will be held. You will be notified only if you do NOT get in to the study group.

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REGISTRATION FORM

#1 Give Me Your Word Wednesdays- March 4, April 1, June 3

10:00am $9

#2 It’s Debatable Tuesday, March 10

10:00am $7

#3 Monthly Book Discussion

Wednesdays- March 18, April 15, May 27, June 24

1:30pm $9

#4 Wellness Thursday, March 19

1:30pm $7

#5 Dreams Wednesday, March 25

10:30am $7

#6 Dreams Friday, June 12

10:30am $7

#7 Meridian Health Village Friday, March 27

11:00am $7

#8 Film – Singin’ in the Rain Tuesday, March 31

10:30am $7

#9 The Ethicist Mondays- April 20, May18

10:30am $9

#10 Spring into Health Monday, May 11

1:00pm $7

#11 Identity Theft & Cybercrime Wednesday, May 13

2:00pm $7

#12 Author Ruth Melon’s White Rose

Wednesday, May 20 10:30am $7

#13 The Jewish Cardinal Monday, June 1

10:30am $7

#14 First Ladies Monday, June 8

10:00am $7

#15 Decorative Pillowcases Monday, June 22

10:00am $12

#16 Historic Freehold

Monday, May 4 Need A Ride___ Willing to Drive ___

10:30am $11

#17 Zimmerli Art Museum

Tuesday, May 26 Need A Ride___ Willing to Drive___

11:00am $15

#18 Fashion & Brunch at the White Butterfly

Wednesday, June 17 Need A Ride___ Willing to Drive___

9:00am $18

TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDY GROUPS__________ TOTAL NUMBER OF CHECKS ENCLOSED______

NAME______________________________________________________________________ PHONE________________________________

EMAIL____________________________________________________________________ CELL#_________________________________

REMEMBER TO WRITE SEPARATE CHECKS FOR EACH STUDY GROUP AND PUT THE NAME AND NUMBER OF THE STUDY GROUP ON THE MEMO LINE OF THE CHECK . MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO BNC. DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 AT 5PM

DELIVER TO SUSAN LEAMAN 5 INVERNESS LANE