1. health and fitness
2. disease
3. cancer

K. HOVNANIAN’S®
Four Seasons at Manalapan
An Active Adult Community
The Official Publication of the Four Seasons at Manalapan Homeowners Association, Inc.
Volume 8, Number 1
www.fourseasonsatmanalapan.com
JANUARY 2015
Pegasus Press • January 2015
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An Active Adult Community
Pegasus Press Staff
Editor-in-Chief............................................................... Richard Leimsider
Distribution Editor................................................................ Warren Carter
Photographic Editor..........................................................Harvey Salzman
Copy Editor.......................................................................... Bernard Jacks
Production Proof Reader..................................................... Warren Carter
Copy Assistant/Columnist................................................. JoAnn Abraham
Columnists at Large ............................................... Steven Blumerman,
Sue Goulden, Kal Silverman, Carol Krimko, Bunny Libenson, Anne
Quatrochi, Lindsey Randell, Stuart Speck, Bernard Jacks, Steve Resnick
Research Assistant.............................................................. Warren Carter
Photography Sub-committee....................................... Eleanor Goldstein,
Harvey Salzman, Jerry Simon, Kim Silverman
Distribution Staff........................................ Warren Agate, Ellen Deutsch,
Laurie Feldman, Murray Friedman, Christine Fornes, Hannah Gold,
Diane Goldstein, Gail Lassoff, Arnie Lifland, Barbara Scheinerman,
Iris Silverman, Dave Sobel, Stuart Speck, Barry Tepp, Lydia Leimsider
Past Editors.............................................. Andrea Shorr, Bunny Libenson,
Carol Krimko, Maria Sabatino, Barbara Sugarman
Community Services
Community Property Manager
Dani Kurczeski 732-786-1725
[email protected]
44 Palomino Drive, Manalapan, NJ 07726
Fax - 732-786-1728
Lifestyle Director
Lynne Edwards 732-786-1727
[email protected]
Four Seasons at Manalapan Clubhouse
732-786-1724
44 Palomino Drive, Manalapan, NJ 07726-9566
Property Administrator
Helene Schrager 732-786-1725
Gatehouse (Security)
732-446-6478
Emergency Services
800-956-1097
Warranty Services
1-800-428-2516
Jane [email protected]
Sales Office
732-446-1561
Important Phone Numbers
Emergency phone numbers during non-business hours (5 P.M. - 8 A.M.)*
In the event that you have a true emergency after normal business hours,
call the number for the following emergencies:
Plumbing Emergency............. F & W Mechanical......................... 732-286-4747
HVAC Emergency.................. Kool Vent........................................ 732-905-3756
Electric Emergency................. Mac Electrical Contractors..............732-684-1129
...........................................................................................................732-522-7088
*In the event that you experience an emergency after normal business hours, please inform your
Homeowner Service Coordinator on the next business day.
Emergency phone numbers during normal business hours (8 A.M. - 5 P.M.)
Fire & Rescue.......................... Manalapan Fire Dept...................Emergency 911
........................................................................................................ 732-462-1112
Police................................................................................................................911
........................................................................................................ 732-446-4300
Electric Company.................... JCP&L............................................ 800-662-3115
Gas Company.......................... NJ Natural Gas Co......................... 800-221-0051
Telephone Company................ Verizon........................................... 800-675-9966
Sewer....................................... Western Monmouth Utility Authority
........................................................................................................ 732-446-9300
Garbage................................... Manalapan Twp............................. 732-446-8404
Irrigation................................. Down to Earth......................... 800-280-1837 x15
Water...................United Water Matchaponix, Inc........................ 732-446-5102
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should be directed to Down to Earth Irrigation
800-280-1837 x15 – Jessica, at any time
(day / night / weekend)
by Richard Leimsider
Ring out, wild bells, to the wild sky,
The flying cloud, the frosty light:
The year is dying in the night;
Ring out wild bells, and let him die.*
We were on our way to Astoria, Queens, to babysit for our little
granddaughter. Because it was a “gridlock alert day” in Manhattan, we opted
to go through Staten Island to the Brooklyn Queens Expressway to avoid
the “stop and go” traffic in the city. We were doing fine all the way through
New Jersey and even through Staten Island and across the Verrazano Bridge.
The first few miles on the infamous BQE were likewise unencumbered.
Ring out the old, ring in the new
Ring happy bells, across the snow:
The year is going, let him go;
Ring out the false, ring in the true.
Then, everything slowed to a crawl, stopped, crawled again, and
then, just stopped. For the next half hour or so we barely moved at all. We
reasoned that something, probably not good, had happened. It was obvious that we were going to be late; it was almost 11 A.M., the time we were
supposed to be there. We were really upset. “There goes their movie,” I
muttered, knowing that my daughter and her boyfriend would not make
the one showing of the film they so desperately wanted to see.
Ring out the want, the care, the sin,
The faithless coldness of the times;
Ring out, ring out my mournful rhymes
But ring the fuller minstrel in.
The traffic report on the radio confirmed; there had been a serious
accident up ahead of us. Finally, we reached it; the van in front of us was
allowed to proceed, but we were stopped, as a fire truck, an ambulance,
and several police cars repositioned themselves to leave the scene. We sat,
unable to avoid gaping at the wreckage in front of us. In those minutes
before we could resume our journey, it crept into my consciousness; my
kids were going to miss their movie, but what of the horror of the victims
of this awful collision. How pathetically and tragically their lives had been
altered in that unexpected moment. Almost ashamedly, I murmured, more
to myself than anyone else… “I feel horrible for the people involved in
this.”
Ring in the valiant man and free,
The larger heart, the kindlier hand;
Ring out the darkness of the land,
Ring in the good that is to be.
Into this new year we leap, headlong, carrying the hopes and cares
that have followed us for so much of our lives. Those resolutions we make
have almost always been about ourselves, how we can alter the negative and
accentuate the positive in our own lives. Perhaps, as Tennyson expounds,
our scope must be wider, deeper, more embracing of others: more outward,
less inward. Perhaps our resolve for this new year could be to separate the
trivial from the vital, both for ourselves, and in the lives of others.
Ring in the love of truth and right,
Ring in the common love of good.
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* Verses of poetry are from “In Memoriam: A.H.H.” by Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1850)
See something in the Clubhouse or common area
that needs maintenance or repair?
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Don't forget your NAME & ADDRESS...Thank you!
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Four SeasonsAt Manalapan
Letter From The Editor
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FYI
Professionally managed by Community Management Corporation
44 Palomino Drive • Manalapan, NJ 07726 (732)786-1725 • [email protected]
A note from the Board of Trustees – Four Seasons at
Manalapan
The Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Four Seasons at Manalapan Homeowners Association (HOA), in an effort to provide more information in a timely
way, has been publishing short memos for your information (FYI) whenever there is an occasion to communicate matters of interest to the community.
Each month we will reprint the FYI’s that have been sent out since the last edition of the Pegasus Press.Note #1 – November 14, 2014
Note #2 – November 20, 2014
Homeowners Association Insurance Policy 2015-16
Dear Homeowners:
Four Seasons at Manalapan Homeowners Association, Inc. will be renewing its insurance in the next few months. Our management company and
our insurance broker will be shopping our policies to ensure we obtain the best possible coverage at the best possible premiums. In addition to over
$68,000 in legal fees relating to current lawsuits, we've had eighteen claims over the past seven years, sixteen of them being "slip and fall" matters,
resulting in $135,000 in claims expenses. The number of claims and the costs involved puts us in a ranking that is higher than average.
As a result of our higher than average claims experience, some companies may decide not to bid on our insurance package, and at best our premium
can be expected to increase substantially. Granted there are other factors which contribute to increases in premiums, but if we continue to experience
above average claims, our premiums may continue to increase at above average rates.
Our liability insurance policy contains coverage referred to as ‘medical payments’ that are available to pay out of pocket expenses not covered
by an individual’s medical insurance, such as deductibles, lost wages or telephone expenses from working at home. This reimbursement is available
without the need to file a lawsuit. Accordingly, we ask that you consider using the medical payments coverage noted above in conjunction with your
own medical coverage where appropriate.
Your understanding and cooperation will assist us in limiting increases in insurance premiums to a minimum, thereby helping us to keep monthly
Association fees as low as possible.
Note #3 – November 20, 2014
Dear Homeowners:
As the holiday season approaches, we wanted to remind everyone about the parking rules in the community. We have made some minor refinements
as noted below.
Traffic and Parking
Traffic Plan: Homeowners and their guests, invitees and licensees are subject to the requirements of a uniform traffic plan established for the Property.
All usage of the parking areas and streets, and other Common Property is subject to compliance with the traffic plan so developed. The Association
may establish and enforce speed limits, parking regulations, stop sign requirements or any other generally acceptable techniques of traffic regulation,
which shall be adhered to as a condition to the usage of the parking areas and streets and other Common Property.
Parking is prohibited on any street between 2:00 A.M. and 5:00 A.M. Parking is permitted in a designated area of the Clubhouse parking lot by
permits, available from the Property Manager. Parking on any street is also prohibited when snow is forecast or the streets are snow covered. When
parking on the street, blocking driveways or mailboxes is prohibited and there will be no parking within 50 feet of the corner, to prevent blind spots.
Holiday Parking will be permitted overnight on the entire Easter weekend. Parking will be permitted overnight on the 1st and 2nd night of Passover,
overnight on the 1st and 2nd night of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur Eve and Yom Kippur day evening, overnight on Christmas eve and Christmas day
evening, overnight on New Year's Eve and New Year’s day evening; the entire Thanksgiving weekend from Wednesday night to Sunday morning.
Street Parking will be permitted overnight at times of bereavement. It is requested that the office be notified if possible. When landscape or
construction material obstructs the parking in the driveway and during driveway maintenance, vehicle tags must be obtained from Management during
business hours and must be prominently displayed on your rear view mirror.
Note #4 – December 1, 2014
In an on-going effort to increase the services to our community while being mindful of additional expenditures, the Board of Trustees (BOT) has
decided to change management companies effective at the start of our new fiscal year on February 1, 2015. We are now in the process of finalizing a
contract with Taylor Management Company to provide a full-time Property Manager, a full-time Assistant Manager, and a Lifestyle Director/Coordinator
who will be on site five days a week, four hours per day.
The BOT is very appreciative of the more than eight years of dedicated service provided by Community Management Corporation. Bob Boyles our
Regional Manager, Dani Kurczeski our Property Manager, and Helene Schrager our Property Administrator have been key to shaping our community.
In addition, we recognize Lynne Edwards of WTS, our Lifestyle Director, who has been a main contributor to our lifestyle activities and events.
Want to know more?
 We have notified Community Management Corporation of our intentions and over the next two months they will be working closely with Taylor
Management to make the changeover as smooth as possible.
 We have initiated discussions with the various committees and clubs seeking their involvement and support during this change.
 Taylor Management’s personnel will start to be on site in coming weeks as they prepare to assume their management responsibilities.
 Taylor Management will identify candidates for the new management staff and lifestyle director. Candidates will be interviewed and chosen by
the Board of Trustees.
 Detailed procedures and operational changes will be introduced by Taylor as we approach the change in management at the end of January.
On Tuesday, December 2nd, the Board of Trustees hosted an informational session in the ballroom. We had an excellent turnout of over 100
interested homeowners. There are many elements to this change and we will be having further communications and meetings as we proceed.
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GAS FIRED GENERATORS vs. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
All of us have at one time or another experienced a power failure or
blackout. I guess we can thank people like Thomas Edison and Nikola
Tesla for the light bulbs and generators, because without them all we would
have is the dependable candle and kerosene lamps. But time marches on.
Thanks to our Architectural Committee and Managing Board we are now
allowed to install emergency generators in (or actually outside) our homes.
An emergency generator is a device that is about the size of a large air
conditioning compressor that is connected to the house. The purpose of
this generator is to turn on and provide emergency power to our home when
the public utility fails to deliver power. With this generator in place our air
conditioning and heat will continue to run as will our other appliances and
televisions (who wants to miss the World Series or Super Bowl?). They
are professionally wired directly into the house, but require permits and
inspections by the town code officials. There are many brands available
with features unique to each.
However, there are areas of this country where power outages are much
more frequent and Gas Fired Generators are not practical, so that companies
have come up with another solution, which although it has some limitations
may well be worth considering..
Rechargeable Batteries can provide a standby power supply to your
home and can often fill your temporary needs at a lower cost than a
permanently installed gas fired generator. Such batteries are available in
a wide variety of sizes, shapes and means of recharging. Generally they
Roy Nathan, a member of the Homeowner Maintenance Committee, is a retired engineer. He is available to answer any questions that
you may have concerning your home. He can be reached by phone at 732-851-6855 where such questions can be directed to Roy.
This will be a direct confidential conversation between the homeowner and Roy. Community members should know that the Code of Ethics of the Homeowner
Maintenance Committee requires that all committee members keep all personal information confidential. The committee may use a general problem for an
investigation to share with the community but personal information will be held in strict confidence.
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In making a choice one must consider the limitations of rechargeable
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Regardless of the size of the battery chosen, there are time
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In the event of an outage, automatic transfer of power to predesignated wall outlets will require an electrician to install a sub-panel with
associated wiring. If this option is not chosen, selected appliances must
then be manually plugged directly into the battery unit, requiring someone
to be home at the time of the outage.
As you can see you have two choices, with various modifications
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Pegasus Press • January 2015
NOTICE OF MEETING
Homeowners Association
January 27, 2015
Dear Four Seasons at Manalapan Homeowner,
Please be advised that there will be a regular meeting of the Four
Seasons At Manalapan Homeowners Association, Inc. January 27, 2015
at 7:00 P.M. in the Multipurpose Room at the Clubhouse at 44 Palomino
Drive, Manalapan. We will be presenting the 2015 Budget at this time. It
will be sent in advance.
For those interested in discussing a community issue there is a “sign-up”
sheet to address the Board of Trustees. The sheet is available at the door
prior to the start of the meeting. The sheet provides for anyone wishing to
speak to sign up with their name, address and topic. During the meeting,
Management will group speakers by topic. The group of homeowners
pertaining to each topic will be called up to speak to the Board of Trustees
in the order of signup.
There is a three minute limit for each speaker. After the first speaker,
the BOT will respond. Other speakers will then have the opportunity, if
they feel it's necessary, to raise additional questions on the topic, also with
a three minute limit. When the issue has been explored, the next subject
and speakers will come forward.
The agenda provides for about 30 minutes of comments. If time permits,
those who have not signed up will also be able to speak after all of those
who have signed up, provided they line up at the microphone. At the end
of the time allotted, the meeting will be adjourned.
The Association's preferred method of distribution for any and all
documents is email via the community website, www.Fourseasonsatmanalapan.
com. If you do not have access to email, you may pick up copies of all
distributions at the Clubhouse.
The Written
Word...
January
by John Updike
(From: A Child’s Calendar)
The days are short,
The sun a spark
Hung thin between
The dark and dark.
Fat snowy footsteps
Track the floor,
And parkas pile up
Near the door.
The river is
A frozen place
Held still beneath
The trees’ black lace.
The sky is low.
The wind is gray.
The radiator
Purrs all day.
John Updike, the iconic American writer, authored more than forty books, including
novels, poetry and short stories. He passed away in January of 2009.
Photography Club Meeting
By Goldie Golden
I cannot believe that 2014 is coming to an end. I hope that everyone had
a nice Thanksgiving, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and a wonderful
New Year and that you all celebrated in the way you wanted.
After eight years of research, life-science company Eventus Diagnostics,
has produced a blood test for the early detection of breast cancer.
The Octava Pink test is now available in Israel and Italy and is
undergoing clinical trials to receive U.S. Food and Drug Administration
approval. This is the first blood test that can reveal cancer, not just markers,
that might indicate cancer or something else. Its innovation also lies in
its examination of antibodies in the blood to pinpoint this specific cancer.
There has been research done in the past ten years where biologists have
known that there is a connection between cancer and the immune system.
They know that it recognizes cancer as an external enemy that must be
destroyed. It is possible that each of us has had instances of cancer we
were unaware of because our immune systems killed it when it was very
small. For whatever reason, the immune system of people with cancer is
not functioning properly. It is from this angle that the biologists attempted
to tackle this problem.
The product's name was chosen in reference to a metaphor used to
describe the immune system. "A song sung in a low octave or a high octave
is still the same song. But if one or more of the notes is off key, it is a
different song. The same goes for the immune system, One person's may
work slowly and another person's may work quickly; what this test detects
are the off notes", explains biologist, Dr Galit Yahalom, who heads up this
research team at Eventus Diagnostics.
Eventus Diagnostics has developed testing 96 blood samples
simultaneously. This process takes no more that three hours, allowing to rule
out or confirm breast cancer quickly. The Otava Pink test is appropriate for
women whose mammograms come back "negative for cancer" but whose
physician seeks confirmation. In clinical trials, at top hospitals in Israel,
the U.S. and Italy, the Octava Pink Test "was 97% accurate in informing a
patient she does not have breast cancer", according to Dr. Marvin Rosenberg,
the company's co-founder and President.
Following eight years of research and development, the test is now
available to consumers and their physicians in Israel and Italy and will soon
be marketed in Europe and Asia. The company hopes to win approval for
the test from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration within two to three
years for the test to be part of breast cancer screening. Approval would
depend on the outcome of advanced clinical trials already in the works.
The MD Anderson Cancer Center and the Mayo Clinic are enrolled to
participate in the clinical trials in the U.S. The cost of the test is $300.00
and currently not covered by insurance.
The only FDA approved screening test for the detection of breast cancer
is mammography. Once approved, the Octava Pink test will be the second
and only FDA approved blood test for screening to detect breast cancer,
more accurate than a mammography, particularly for the large population
of women, 45%-50% with dense breast tissue. This blood test is not a
substitute but a complimentary tool.
Eventus Diagnostics is also developing a second blood test called the
Octava Blue, which is for women who have a mass that was detected by a
mammogram and determines if the mass is cancer or benign to high level
accuracy. It will reduce unnecessary biopsies.*
Our Breast Cancer Support Group is confidential and is made up of
inspiring women who have travelled the rocky road. We discuss, learn,
listen and laugh. We only want you to survive and thrive.
Our next meeting is Saturday, January 3, 2015, at 9:30 A.M., in the
Women's Card room.
Please remember that early diagnosis is the best treatment. Make sure
you make your appointment for your annual mammography, discuss your
other screenings with your doctor and report any breast changes.
Any questions, please call Diane Goldstein at 732-446-2443, Flo Miller
at 732-536-3375 or me, Goldie Golden at 732-851-6637.
*All information above from - Eventus Diagnostics, Dr. Marvin
Rosenberg, Dr. Galit Yahalom, PhD, Clinical Trials. gov and The NY
Jewish Week
QUOTE FROM OPRAH
"Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right"
HAPPY & HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL!
Now that the "snowy" season is upon us, I thought it would be
appropriate to give you some tips on taking pictures outside and playing
in the snow. It might get dark early, but during the day, the sun can cast
a bright light over some areas. TIP: The sun is actually the brightest in
January and the bright winter light can make for some beautiful pictures.
After doing research on taking pictures in the winter and the snow, I
will share some thoughts with you.
• If you can take pictures right when the snow is falling, you will
capture the most virgin shots in the fresh snow, since everything is covered
and untouched.
• If you look at our trees in the back of our houses, you may think
they are just trees. However, our trees, along with their pines when covered
with snow and ice, can give you a "diamond" effect of sparkle. It looks
beautiful with their heavy-hanging, snow-covered branches.
• If you can catch some action shots, try to take multiple ones. It's
cold out there and you would like to capture as much as you can in a short
period of time.
• It is always important to keep the sun behind you. This will help
even out the light and you will get some nice, bright colors in front of you.
• If you can do a close-up or portrait of a grandchild sledding, or a
dog playing in the snow, these shots will always be remembered as part
of your photograph-taking.
• You should never over-process your image, as it will be only white
and will degrade the quality of the pictures. Work with some light filters
to enhance your shots.
• If your snow looks gray, the exposure of light and dark needs to be
adjusted.
• As with any pictures you take, a pop of color is always good. It
will make the snow scene stand out with its purity and simplicity.
• Last but not least, you should wear gloves to protect your hands
from getting too cold. If your hands are warm, you will be able to function
and work with your camera.
Have fun taking outside pictures in the snow. Be creative and experiment
with the snow flakes, trees, sun and twilight hours. You will be surprised
to see how nice the pictures will look.
Our first meeting of 2015, will take place on January 12 at 7:30 P.M.
in the Men's Card Room. Would love to have you come and visit. You do
not have to have a professional camera to join the club, just an interest in
taking pictures and learning some short cuts and tips.
Looking forward to seeing you. Any questions, you can contact me
(Debbie Weissman) at [email protected].
Stacey Shorr-Klompus Meadow Creek Resident
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CLUB NEWS
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WOMEN'S CLUB NEWS
FSM Women's Club
From the Co/Presidents
Judy Epstein and Carol Lifland
SAVE THE DATE
The Women's Club will be having a "FOOD, FRIENDS & FUN" dinner at Knob Hill Country Club on Wednesday evening, March 18, 2015
at 7 P.M. The cost for the evening will be $37. Look for the folder on the
Rounder in the Clubhouse Lobby. You can sign up as a table of 8 or 10 or,
if you prefer, we can seat you at a table.
This event is open to Women's Club members only. At time of sign-up,
please select an entree (salmon, chicken or beef) and include your check
payable to FSM Activity Fund. The complete menu will be inside the folder.
Checks must be submitted at time of sign-up as this event is limited. One
check per person, please! Sign-up and refund deadline is March 8, 2015.
For more information please contact Rise Samit ([email protected]) at
732-446-2223 or Norma Hyman ([email protected]) at 732-786-1101.
We look forward to a great evening after our "winter hibernation!" What
a perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and make some new ones!
SHARE AND CARE
BY ArleneSMolnar,
Chair
TEVE FERRARA
732-446-1165
Thank you to all who helped fill
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Food Bank and the 12 boxes of food for
hungry families for ThanksgivQuality
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• Radon testing
• Air quality testing
• Prelisting inspections
• Warranty inspections
• Certified infrared thermographer
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The FSM Women's Club would like to wish all a very Happy and
Healthy New Year 2015.
Most of us have made our New Year resolutions and can only hope to
keep them. The FSM Women's Club has a yearly resolution:
We resolve to make our Women's Club the best it can be.
We all work very hard to achieve that.
Our New Year begins with our January 7 Birthday Bash Benefit. A
check for $15 or more made out to Make A Wish New Jersey will give our
Women's Club members a wonderful evening of entertainment by "Barbara
Harris and the Toys" as well as contribute to make a wish come true for a
very sick 8 year old boy named James.
His wish is to go to Disney World and our wish is to help him get there.
If you cannot attend the Birthday Bash Benefit and want to donate to help
James' wish come true, please put a check in the folder anyway.
Sign your name on the sign in sheet in the Birthday Benefit Folder on
the lobby carousel and note that you will not be attending.
February is our hiatus month, but do watch for e-blasts as Learning For
All Seasons aka L4AS may have something during February.
In March, please hold the dates for:
March 18 - dinner at Knob Hill
March 26 - a trip to Macy's New York
In April:
April 15 - Luncheon and guest speaker Shelly Strickler
April 23 - George Street Playhouse - "Six Degrees of Separation"
In May:
May 6 - our second Author Luncheon at Eagle Oaks Country Club
In June:
June 14 - Our Paid Up Membership Brunch (PUM) at Battleground
Country Club
There are many more events, L4AS movies and lectures, trips, and
Share and Care projects planned for the year ahead. Watch for e-blasts,
our monthly Newsletter, the Pegasus Press, our lobby TV monitor, and our
bulletin board, for all future Women's Club activities.
If you are not a member, it’s easy to join. The Women's Club sign-up
folder is on the lobby carousel. A check for $25 made out to FSM Activity
Fund is all you need.
If you are a brand new member or if your information, especially your
e-mail address, has changed, be sure to fill out the information sheet that is
in the folder as well. We look forward to meeting and greeting all members
old and new at our future activities.
Report defects found in your home so they
can be corrected by the builder at their cost
BEFORE your 1-year warranty expires...
...Afterwards, it is your responsibility!
Call today for an inspection before your
year runs out!!
21 Shoemaker Road, Manalapan NJ 07726
NJ Home Inspector Lic #24G100091600
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Home year's
inspections
SAVE THE DATE - OCTOBER 3rd, 2015 for• next
walk.
• Cottonswab mold testing
• Thermal imaging inspections
• Radon testing
• Air quality testing
• Prelisting inspections
• Warranty inspections
• Certified infrared thermographer
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can be corrected by the builder at their cost
BEFORE your 1-year warranty expires...
it is your responsibility!
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Lifland, CoPresidents
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e-blasts and •WC
Newsletter for complete
WC Program information. We may add or possibly delete events as we
continue planning ahead.
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CLUB NEWS
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Condolences
Pegasus Editorial Staff
We send our deep condolences to Jerry Silverman and family, upon
the passing of his mother, Regina, on December 3rd. May you and
your family take comfort in all the wonderful memories.
Get Well
I wish to thank you all of my wonderful friends in our community for
the many get well wishes that I have received, as I continue to recuperate.
Bunny Libenson
We Welcome The Following
Residents Into Our Community:
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Pegasus Press • January 2015
Winter Checklist
1. Remove all equipment from hose bibs on all outside faucets including
timers. Shut off the inside valve to insure the pipes will not freeze.
Current Studies on page 5
12. Be sure furnace filters are replaced and the furnace is in operating
condition.
2.
Insure that the grading is positive (away from house). Any new
landscaping may have altered original grade.
13.
3.
14.
If you have a humidifier connected to the furnace, maintenance is
required now.
Prune any tree or shrub keeping it away from the house.
4. Inspect all areas where wires and pipes penetrate the house and renew
the sealant where necessary.
5. Homes with sump pumps check for proper operation. All basements
should also be checked for water intrusion and address any problem.
6.
Be sure driveways are in good repair and sealed.
7. Operate main water valve to prevent jamming. Also operate any faucet
that is rarely used to prevent it from operating poorly and allow water to
fill its trap, thus sealing it from sewer gasses.
8.
Inspect paint for peeling and paint where necessary.
9. Check all doors including storm doors for weather stripping and that it
closes tightly and securely.
10. Check all windows for freedom of movement and proper locking, and
that no glass is broken.
Make sure thermostat batteries are fresh.
15. Have a qualified professional drain a small amount of water from the
water heater to remove any accumulated sediment thus prolonging heater
life.
16. Test all ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) electrical outlets for
proper operation. (inside and outside)
17. Remember to change any water filters including icemaker at your
required scheduling.
18.
Vacuum refrigerator coils.
19.
Clean dryer vent at your required scheduling.
20. Change direction of ceiling fans when changing to heat mode on
the thermostat.
21. If you have a fireplace, light pilot light and test for proper
operation.
11. Inspect gutters, clean if necessary. Be sure they are properly fastened
to the house.
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“Salt & Pepper”
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Beginner:
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1st place
Advanced:
“Arches”
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Intermediate:
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Beginner:
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"ANTARCTICA ICE" BY ART GREENBERG
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"DIVER"
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1ST
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1ST
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"CALCIUM COVERED"
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"ROCK WALL"
BY JERRY AVERGON
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"LOOKING DEEP INSIDE"
BY LEN CHAZANOFF
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"AGED"
BY JERRY AVERGON
ADVANCED (right)
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"GULLFOSS"
BY ART GREENBERG
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"FIREWORKS"
BY AL POCHEK
1ST
PLACE
INTERMEDIATE
"DEFYING GRAVITY"
BY MARTY SICULAR
PLACE
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"VEIL OF WATER"
BY aLAN BOGARD
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2014- A Year in Review
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Photos of Distinction
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Photos of Distinction
Diagonals
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"ORDANCE SERGEANT"
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"MOTORCYCLE ENGINE"
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BY ALAN BOGARD
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INTERMEDIATE
"The Met"
By Marty Sicular
ADVANCED
"Fireworks"
By Alan Bogard
1ST
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1ST
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"Manhattan, NYC"
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Pegasus Press • January 2015
Four Seasons at Manalapan
Billiards Club Membership
2014-2015
Billiards Club Membership will run from July 1st to June 30th each year.
There shall be no prorating of dues except that players who join in the last
three months of the year, (April- June), will pay a full year's dues & will be
fully paid through the following year. For example: If a player joins on April
28, 2014, their membership will expire on June 30, 2015.
The Billiards Club's cost of membership will be $10.00.
Make checks payable to: "FSM Activity Fund"
Membership Entitlements:
1. MEMBERS will be permitted to vote at future elections and other
items calling for a vote.
2. MEMBERS will be permitted to sign-up to play in our Fall or
Spring tournaments (additional fee, normally $15.00 for 1-3
tournaments) and/or participate in special programs (Example:
Monthly team 9-ball tournaments (free-no cost to members) and
special inter-community competitions.
3. MEMBERS, who do not participate in our Fall or Spring
tournaments will be permitted to attend the Awards and
Recognition Dinner for a charge of $10.00. The Awards and
Recognition Dinner is FREE ONLY to participants of the prior Fall
or Spring Tournaments.
For more information contact: Larry Gens : [email protected]
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By Larry Gens
Would You like to Drive a New or Certified lexus?
A FOLDER AND SIGN UP sheet is in the rounder in the Clubhouse
for our Spring 2015 Tournaments. We will be playing 8-Ball, 9-Ball and
Straight Pool. The sign-up deadline is January 11th.
All residents are welcome to sign up, however you must be a Billiards
Club Member. A separate membership folder is in the rounder. For those
signing up now, their membership will be good through June 30th 2015.
The cost of membership is $10.00 per year and the sign up fee for this
tournament is $15.00. You can sign up for 1, 2 or all 3 tournaments.
We will have 4-5 divisions, depending on sign-ups. All residents,
women, men, beginners to advanced players are welcome and encouraged
to sign up. All players are placed in a division and given a handicap that is
determined by members of the Billiards Committee.
A kick-off meeting will be held on Sunday, January 18th at 11 A.M. in
the Men's Card Room.
If you have any questions, please contact any committee member.
Thanks,
Larry My name is John Mezzino and I live right here at Four
Seasons. Being a Sales and Leasing Consultant at Ray
Catena Lexus of Freehold, I can give you the personal
service you deserve. As Ray Catena says, “ You take care
of your life & family and we’ll take care of your car.”
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Meet Your Neighbor
By Sue C. Goulden
BARBARA AND LEN GRUNBAUM
11 PERCHERON RD.
Barbara and Len were more than
happy to welcome me into their beautiful
Captiva model to share their story. They
moved into FS@M on December 29,
2009, the third family on Percheron
Road. They moved from their home in
Manalapan, at 17 Tracy Drive, where they
lived since March of 1997. Residents
of Manalapan since 1974, when they
moved from Brooklyn, the Grunbaums
originally lived at 24 Hearthstone Drive
in Manalapan.
Barbara and Len met on November
11, 1966, at Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity at
Long Island University in Brooklyn where
Len was a member. Len was a senior
at L.I.U, majoring in political science.
Barbara was a sophomore at Queens
College, majoring in education. They were
married on August 3, 1969.
Barbara’s first job was in the Coney
Island section of Brooklyn, as an earlychildhood teacher. She went on to earn
her Master’s degree in education from
Brooklyn College. The Grunbaum family
started to grow shortly after settling in Manalapan; their daughter, Jodie,
was born on May 8, 1974. Barbara became a stay-at-home mom. Their
son, Evan, was born on September 15, 1977.
When Evan was in kindergarten, Barbara worked part-time teaching
“basic skills” in high school. She returned to school to earn her Special
Education teaching certification. Barbara then worked full-time as a specialeducation teacher in the Marlboro schools. She continued to expand her
skills and went on to earn her qualifications as a Learning Disability Teacher
Consultant (LDTC), which she practiced in the Manalapan schools until
she retired in June, 2008.
When Len was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, his family lived on
South 2nd St. In 1955, his family moved to Batchelder St. and Ave. Z in
the Sheepshead Bay section of Brooklyn. Upon graduating from Brooklyn
Technical High School, Len went to Long Island University, where he
received both a BA and an MBA. His initial employment at the Baumritter
Corporation (later becoming Ethan Allen) launched his ultimate career in
business systems and computer systems.
His career then turned to financial services for the Irving Trust Co.
Len continued to expand his knowledge and skills through consulting and
managing the computer auditing practice in the Newark office of Coopers
and Lybrand (now part of Price Waterhouse Coopers). In 1988, he moved
to KPMG, where he established a computer auditing practice in the firm’s
Short Hills, NJ, office. In 1991, Len became an independent consultant
and in 1995 joined META Solutions, Inc., a small consulting company
focusing on regulatory compliance and related services in support of
pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies. In 1999,
he became the president of that company.
In 2005, Len co-founded his current business, “The Practical Solutions
Group, LLC.” While based in Princeton, NJ, the firm is global in scope.
The company works on helping pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical
device companies, and supporting organizations, to navigate the regulatory
landscape that governs drug and device approvals. Their clients are all
over the world, wherever medical research may take place. Many of them
are conducting or supporting clinical trials.
Barbara was born in Manhattan, the oldest of three children. The family
lived in Flushing, Queens; then moved to Levittown, Long Island; then to
Merrick, Long Island, and back to Flushing.
Barbara’s sister, a speech therapist, lives in New Rochelle, NY. Her
brother, a retired teacher, lives in New Brunswick, NJ.
All of Barbara’s grandparents came to America from Germany. Her
paternal grandfather was the Mayor of Deal, NJ, in the early 1900’s. Her
maternal grandmother raised four children in Manhattan while she worked
as a seamstress. Barbara’s mother was
extremely talented. She was a professional
pianist who had her own radio program
and gave private piano lessons. She even
played the piano for Mary Martin. It
seems that the musical gene runs in the
family. Barbara also loves to sing and may
be interested in starting a chorus in our
community.
Although Len has no biological
siblings, he grew up surrounded by a
large, close family, with many cousins
living close by. His parents were Holocaust
escapees, arriving from Hungary in 1939.
As they related to Len, his parents could
see what was coming and were fortunate
to be able to get out when they did. Much
of his extended family was lost in the
Holocaust.
His father trained as a barber in
Hungary. In America, he began as a barber
and then owned his own Laundromat on
Rogers Ave., in Brooklyn. His mother was
a seamstress and worked with his father
until his demise from a heart attack in
1964. She continued to work “piece goods” on the Lower East Side. She
then succumbed to lung cancer in 1975.
The Grunbaums delight in their children and grandchildren. Jodie earned
a degree in psychology from Kent State University. She is a stay-at-home
mom to Sabrina, 5, Savannah, 3 ½, and Arielle, 1. She lives with her children
and husband, Michael, in Woodbury, Long Island.
Evan graduated from the University of Delaware and went on to
earn his MBA from Suffolk University. He is employed by Perkin Elmer
(manufacturers of medical devices), focusing on quality assurance and
regulatory compliance. He lives with his wife, Melissa, and their children,
Jared, 6, and Dori, 3, in Ashland, Mass.
The name, “Len Grunbaum” may sound familiar to some of you
Manalapanites. Len was very active in Manalapan government. He was
on the Township Committee from 1980-1985 and served as deputy mayor
in 1982. Len was the Township Committeeperson responsible for the
Manalapan Recreation Commission when the township built the recreation
center on Route 522. The current Town Hall, on Route 522, was also built
during his tenure on the Township Committee.
Barbara and Len are bright, interesting people who value education.
They take their relationships with family and friends seriously, as they do
with life. Len loves the work he does, feeling he has an impact on people’s
lives and outcomes. Barbara treasures her relationships and takes pride in
the work she’s done, having touched many lives. They have made many
friends here that they “enjoy socially.” Family is very important to them
and they take pride in their children and grandchildren and treasure the
time they can spend with them. They enjoy movies, going to Broadway
shows and dining out. Len is a history buff, with special focus on the Civil
War and Revolutionary War. Barbara loves to sing and read. She loves to
“connect with people.” Barbara and Len try to take one major vacation per
year. Some of their adventures have included Hawaii, Napa Valley, Central
Europe and Eastern Europe. A recent trip that included Budapest led to a
possible connection to relatives of Len who were lost in a mass murder
behind the Dohany Street Synagogue during the Nazi occupation.
Here, at FS@M, Barbara is a member of the Women’s Club. Len can
be found in our gym on most evenings and weekends. They have attended
shows in the Clubhouse. Perhaps Barbara will be successful in gathering
up other singers for a chorus.
Barbara and Len, thank you for sharing your life with us. Len, your
memory for dates and details is amazing. Barbara, I’m looking forward to
hearing that chorus.
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By Steven Blumerman
Hickory Hog
Recently, the Ice Cream Club travelled to Point Pleasant for barbecue. Our destination was the
Hickory Hog, 2310 Bridge Avenue, about 35 - 40 minutes from FS@M. This restaurant, reputed to
be one of the best barbecue places in New Jersey, has an unpretentious atmosphere.
As you enter the premises, remember to turn right to go into the restaurant – turn left instead and
you’re in a liquor store! Inside, the décor is clean but has a plain kitchen feel to it, with a number
of simple Formica tables seating four apiece. The place is not large, perhaps seating for 40 or so.
The menu is barbecue. Baby back, St. Louis or Memphis dry-rubbed ribs in a variety of sizes
and with a number of selectable sides. A half rack is $11-$12 and a full rack is $19-$20 with no
sides. Sides are $2-$4 more. Burgers, chicken, wings, and some sandwiches are also available.
BYOB (or just go next door!). The ribs I had (a little of both the baby back and St. Louis) were
good, with a sweet barbecue sauce. The sides were just ok to disappointing. The fries were just so
so. The corn bread was miniscule. You can check out their website at http://thehickoryhog.com/. I found
this place just ok especially since I believe there is a better
location for barbecue, Famous Dave’s, just a few minutes away.
Famous Dave's
Famous Dave’s is a chain with the nearest restaurant at
950 Cedar Bridge Avenue in Brick, about 30-35 minutes from
FSAM. The décor of these restaurants is that of a hunter’s lodge/log cabin. Fishing gear, camping items,
clothing, hats, six-foot high wooden bears, etc., all add a cute feeling to the décor. Tables and booths are
available. Instead of napkins, tables have rolls of paper towels.
Barbeque items are similar to those at the Hickory Hog, with your choice of ribs, chicken, etc., and
sides. While the ribs here also come with a standard sweet barbecue sauce, on the table is a collection of
5-6 additional alternatives, including my favorite, Devil’s Spit (just a little spicy!).
I think the ribs here are equal to, if not better than, the Hickory Hog. The sides are far superior. The
fries are very good, The corn bread is sizable, and the beans and cole slaw and pieces of corn are very good
as well. A half rack of ribs is $17 - $18, with a full rack $24-$25. These come, however, with two sides
and corn bread.
The restaurant has a liquor license. If you come with a group, you can order the All American Feast,
affectionately called the ‘garbage can.’ Served on a metal garbage can lid, this is an assortment of one selected
meat (brisket or pork) along with ribs, chicken, beans, French fries, corn, corn bread and coleslaw: feeds 4-6 people
for a price of $63! Sodas come with free refills. Check out their website at http://www.famousdaves.com/Brick.
Sundaes
The Ice Cream club is planning a return visit to the Hickory
Hog sometime in February. Since seating was limited, and these
two restaurants are only about 10 minutes apart, I would urge the
club to plan an outing to this Famous Dave’s instead. Or, perhaps
those of us who went to the Hickory Hog in November could
now go to Famous Dave’s. We could then all meet up at Sundaes, an ice cream place in Point Pleasant
(3218 Route 88) which is less than 10 minutes from either location. This latter establishment, has good
ice cream in a large variety of flavors with very inexpensive prices. A small sundae for example, with
two scoops of ice cream, one topping and whipped cream is only $4 and change. Standing room only.
You can look up all of their flavors at http://sundaesnj.com/. I think the ice cream is better at Hoffman’s
(closed though in the winter) or at The Halo Pub in Princeton but that’s an hour away!
600 Main Street
600 Main Street is a bed and breakfast located in Point Pleasant that serves a tea luncheon a few
days a week. Four couples from FS@M went there recently to try out something different. It’s perhaps
45 minutes from FS@M. The building has a lovely charm to it. Inside, antique decorations in small
rooms, and a fireplace add to the charm.
Put on your favorite hat, or borrow one of theirs. Dress up a little, and pretend you’re back having
tea at the turn of the 20th century! The meal consists of a large pot of tea with a dozen or more types
to select from.
A small cup of soup, a scone and cream, and a tiny salad follow. Then
an assortment of perhaps 4-5 tiny tiny sandwiches and desserts follow.
You get just one apiece. At a prix fix of $25, I found this place to be a
bit pricey for a pot of tea and a handful of mini sandwiches and desserts.
It might serve a petite person adequately, but the guys at my table were
longing for some burgers and fries! I enjoyed the experience but next time
I go out, I will plan on going somewhere where they give you enough
to eat! You can review their web site at http://www.600mainnj.com/.
Pegasus Press • January 2015
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Pegasus Press • January 2015
If you could make one wish what would it be?
Eight year old James, of Monmouth County, is battling
malignant neoplasms of his lymph nodes.
James’ favorite color is turquoise, his favorite food is pizza, his favorite
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When our volunteers visited James and asked him that magical question,
“If you could have one wish, what would it be?”
James said he wanted to go to Disney World.
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The other day I opened my monthly cable bill and found out the company
is raising my rate and adding a new channel to the package. It's called the
Dust Channel. I'm not upset because I know from firsthand experience that
cable companies are by no means the first businesses to charge customers
for something they don't want.
In 1958, I went to work at Murray’s Appetizing Store in my
neighborhood. Murray was my brother's father-in-law, and over the years
every college student in our family had worked weekends at his place to
help pay tuition. Now it was my turn.
Reporting to the store on my first day, I saw customers jamming the
display cases served by six countermen. Another man was busy at the
barrels of pickles and sauerkraut and the crates of candies and dried fruits.
The air was filled with the scent of garlic and the sounds of retail hubbub:
ka-chinging cash registers, customers calling out their orders, and shouts
from behind the counter, "What else besides that?" There was sawdust on
the floor and a huge sign on the wall: "Murray’s — The World's Largest
Retailer of Smoked Fish!" As I stood there staring at the five-gallon jars
of olives and red peppers lining the walls, I saw Murray come out of the
back wearing an apron.
We chatted briefly, and then he assigned me to my station – the pickles,
candies and dried fruit. The man in charge, Mel, gave me some advice:
"Always put an extra ounce or two of sauerkraut in the container when you
weigh it. You sell more that way. Try to get rid of the older pickles first. If
they say, ‘Give me a nice pickle,' answer, ‘They're all nice.'"
Then Mel gestured toward a shelf under the counter where 30 or so
waxy bags were stacked. "Try to use up those bags during the day," he
whispered to me.
"Why those bags?"
"We got half a crate of over-the-hill figs in the back," Mel whispered.
"Whenever this happens, we hide one bad fig in each of those bags and
then use a bag to make up whatever a customer is buying. When they get
home, they have a pound of nice fruit except for the bad fig. They figure it
just fell in. They throw it away and forget about it."
"You put a bad fig in each bag?"
"Right."
"Does Murray know about this?"
"You can ask him," Mel said mildly, “but did your mom ever buy a
basket of strawberries anywhere that didn’t have a squishy one or two on
the bottom?” He handed me an apron. Within minutes, I had sold an unsellable fig to some unsuspecting woman. It was to be the first of many.
I never confronted Murray about the figs— after all, I was now a coconspirator — but as we were closing one night I did ask him about his
"World's Largest" sign. He smiled and shared his marketing philosophy
with me. "When the world's largest retailer of smoked fish comes in and
tells me to take the sign down,” he said, “I'll take it down." With that he
sent his regards to my folks and went to turn out the lights.
I paid my new cable bill, of course. By now I have long since learned
what people mean when they say business is business. If I want that cable
service, then I'm stuck with the Dust Channel. At least I know what I'm
paying for.
Pegasus Press • January 2015
By Bernard Jacks
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What's One Bad Fig?
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Should I ask for proof of
insurance when hiring a
contractor?
RETIREMENT INVESTING
Submitted By Barry Fisher
When investing in stocks, bonds, ETFs, or mutual funds, that is
the ultimate question. Decisions must be made on a regular basis with our
holdings. We are witnessing an extremely volatile period in the markets
now, with “corrections” coming frequently and unexpectedly over the past
five years. If you are lucky enough to sell before the downward dip, you
“guessed right.”
I believe that no one is smart enough to time the market so precisely,
with the possible exception of day traders, who make their livings buying
and selling daily. My opinion is not to time the market, but rather it is time
in the market. This philosophy which I adapted from the very beginning is
to buy quality (for the most part) and HOLD. It has worked every single
time! Sometimes it takes a little longer but it has always worked; the markets
are now at new highs.
Another advantage of holding is that you continue to receive your
dividends even though the stocks go down. The tax on (qualified) dividends
is a (Federal) maximum of 15% -- a tremendous benefit. If you do decide
to sell, and do so at the right time, another decision must be made – when
to start buying again. Remember, these decisions are complicated by the
fact that commissions are paid every time you buy and sell. It is very rare
that someone can time the market accurately on both ends. If you stay with
your quality stocks, bonds, ETFs and mutual funds they will stay the course
and have ultimately been successful.
Again, these are chaotic times in the markets. The Federal Reserve
will be ending the second round of quantitative easing (QE-2) soon; Europe
is having economic problems; there is an excess of oil; the dollar is getting stronger, and Ebola is still rampant, all of which roil the markets. The
markets don’t like uncertainty: therefore the volatility. Sometimes those
corrections are larger than we like; I’m told they’re good overall for the
markets, so I just accept them and HOLD my assets.
In the class I teach at Rutgers Continuing Education titled “Income
Ideas for Retirees” I stress a few important points that I learned over the
years. They are as follows:
1. Buy quality and HOLD
2. Think long term (three years or more)
3. Asset allocate (between equities and fixed income)
4. Diversify (you reduce your risk by buying stocks, bonds, mutual
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The short answer: ABSOLUTELY...and pay special attention to Worker's
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If a contractor resists, or tells you not to worry, that should raise big
red flags. Maybe that great price they offered was because they don’t have
the overhead that their FULLY insured competition does, and so they can
undercut the market. What does that matter to me you ask? Let’s look at
the reasons here:
Insurance is a risk transfer tool used in virtually every industry. It is a
contract that binds a person or entity to a much larger financial entity with
“deeper pockets” capable of handling catastrophic financial loss. This allows for confidence in commerce and the assurance of knowing that when
certain defined events occur, parties and property will be protected or indemnified against these perils. Why would you as a homeowner not want
those same assurances?
As a homeowner (or even a renter), you’re entering into a legal agreement with every person you hire to service, maintain, or even set foot on your
property whether you realize it or not. Requiring insurance can mitigate a
huge portion of the risk you take by having people working on your property.
For these and many other reasons, requiring proof of current insurance,
particularly Worker’s Compensation (which covers the contractor and/or
his employees for injury and disability) is imperative. Again, a non-insured
contractor is handing YOU the risk, so they can be cheap!
Worker's Compensation for a contractor is usually several times more
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I love to laugh. I laugh often. And my laugh is anything but subtle.
Once, when we were at a movie -- a comedy, I might add – my laughter
was so sustained and so loud that the people sitting in front of me changed
their seats. When I realized what had happened, I asked the people I was
with if I'd done something wrong. I'm not sure if they were just being kind,
but they assured me that I hadn't; that the movie was a comedy, after all.
When I started working, it never occurred to me that my laugh might
be a hindrance. Laws prevent using gender, religion, national origin, and
sexual orientation among the reasons not to hire a job applicant. But loud
laughing?
However, early in my career I actually had a laugh interview. I didn’t
know until years later, but my potential boss had heard about my laugh
and wanted to know if -- since his office would be next to mine -- he could
tolerate it. Turned out his wife's laugh was louder than mine, so I got the job.
There wasn't a lot of sound baffling in that suite of offices, so within
weeks the whole office knew about and recognized my laugh. There was a
time the CEO wondered whether I was the right choice to make a companywide presentation on a very serious subject, concerned that I lacked the
gravitas to do it justice. I could and did. After that it was all smooth sailing.
My office was sandwiched between that of my boss and that of the
Director of Human Resources. Mildred was a large woman who'd faced
many challenges in her life. She was in her late teens when her parents
died, leaving her the eldest of three siblings who she did her best to mother.
She made sure they all graduated from college. Her sister got married and
had children. Then her brother did likewise. She’d never married, in part
because her life was consumed by earning enough money to support the
family. Pictures of the growing brood stippled the wall behind her desk.
Mildred excelled at her job, as she excelled at holding their small family
together. Yet somewhere along the line Mildred gave up on laughing. She
was the most dour person I’ve ever encountered.
Shortly after I joined the company, Mildred’s sister was diagnosed
with ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.Mildred never talked
about it. When her sister succumbed, I went with other work colleagues to
Mildred’s cluttered studio apartment to pay our respects. I remember it as a
very strained half hour, because none of us really had any relationship with
her. Mildred soldiered on though, becoming a second mother to her nieces.
You can imagine her reaction to me. Initially she’d bang on the wall
we shared when she thought I was too loud. Once she actually complained
to my boss about it. He, with a shrug, said there was nothing he could do.
From then on we had a cold truce. I did my best to stay out of her way,
and she did her best to ignore me. But one day, when I was really enjoying
a telephone conversation with a colleague, she appeared in my doorway.
I always left the door open, as did almost everyone who worked there, so
she knocked on the door jam. Still chuckling, I asked my colleague to hang
on for a minute and asked Mildred how I could help.
Almost scowling, she said, "I want your phone."
Perplexed, I responded, "You want my what?"
She put her fist on her ample hip. "I want your phone!"
A bit perplexed, I asked why.
“Because you always laugh when you’re on the phone and I never do.
So I want your phone.”
I offered to swap immediately. I think that was the only time I ever
saw her smile.
After that, we developed a bit of a rapport. I wouldn’t qualify it as a
friendship. We never shared lunch or chatted. But she’d periodically call
me in as I walked past her office to show me the latest photo of one of her
“kids” and brag about their accomplishments. Her pride was obvious. But
she never smiled, even when talking about them.
I think I was the only one in the office she told why she was going to
Montana for three weeks. Her brother had also been diagnosed with ALS
and she wanted to make sure all his affairs were in order. She didn’t tell
me when she found out she too had the disease. She worked as long as she
could, finally taking a leave of absence from which she never returned.
I think of Mildred often at this time of year. She loved the holidays.
She loved the concerts and exhibits that decorate New York City in winter.
She loved classical music. She appreciated art. She understood joy as a
concept. She just never had the chance to know how great it feels to let
go and laugh.
Pegasus Press • January 2015
By JoAnn Abraham
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Laughing Out Loud
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THE BEST FREE SHOW IN TOWN AFTER DARK
By -Steve Resnick
Perhaps you’ve heard of it.
Perhaps you’ve been there. I was
last at the place when the FS@M
Ice Cream Club sponsored a trip
to the New York City Subway
Museum, in Brooklyn. The place
was just across the street from the
museum, and a number of us went
in to see what there was to see. But
that was during the day, so The
Best Free Show in Town after Dark
wasn’t really in performance. The last time I was there during a performance,
early in 1975, I was one of the performers.
At the time I was one of about a dozen assistant district attorneys
assigned to the Criminal Court. In that assignment we all took turns staffing
the Complaint Room and the Arraignment Part. It was the Arraignment Part,
the place where a person who has been arrested gets the first opportunity
to see a judge, hear the charges, and make bail. At the time, 1975, crime in
New York City was rampant. Streets were not safe during the day, as well
as from dusk to dawn. Fueled by poverty, racial turmoil and the normal
predilection of humanity to maim and maul itself, the tidal wave of rape,
robbery and murder already had made virtual death traps of certain empty
streets, playgrounds, schoolyards and parks in the outer boroughs. During
a typical year in the 1970's more than 136,000 residents had reported being
the victim of a crime in Brooklyn alone, for which 85,000 people had been
arrested. Most of those arrested had been processed through the Arraignment
Part of Criminal Court. With a population in Brooklyn of about three
million, that equaled about one criminal offense for every 22 people, and
one arrest for every 35 people; all processed through the Arraignment Part
of the Criminal Court, starting at about 7 in the morning, and ending about
1 in the morning.
Sounds miserable, doesn’t it? So why am I referring to this pit
of human misery as “The Best Free Show in Town after Dark?” Well,
notwithstanding that crime was rampant and the streets unsafe, many young
men on dates saved money by bringing their girls and their friends to the
evening session of the Arraignment Part, commonly called Night Court. It
was, for the price of admission, the best free show in town after dark; and
one of the safest, once inside the building. The Criminal Court building
was safe because that’s where all the cops were. The cops were waiting for
their cases to be called. Of course arrests were made any time of the day
or night. But those arrested in Brooklyn were not fully processed until their
fingerprints were transmitted by wire to Albany so that it could be determined
if the arrestee was a new or repeat miscreant; (a miscreant notwithstanding
that the arresting officer and his colleagues were ever mindful of the fact
that the arrestee was innocent until proven guilty.)
The way it worked then, before computers and such, it could take hours
for Albany to verify that there was no prior criminal history for this particular
defendant. Because of predicate felony laws, in which a prior conviction
increased jail time and bail amount, the fingerprint records check needed
to be done ASAP, but done thoroughly. So a guy new to the system, that is,
a first arrest, was going to sit in the basement holding cell at the Criminal
Court building for many, many hours. If the arrestee had a long rap sheet
Albany was usually able to find it quickly and respond quickly, because
it was there, in the records. It was easier to locate an existing criminal
record than it was to establish that a record didn’t exist. Unintentionally,
the process worked like retail: the repeat customer got better service, almost
preferential treatment.
Either way, the arresting officer racked up hours of overtime: Waiting
for the rap sheet to reach the ADA in the Complaint Room; waiting with
the ambulatory victim, (if there was one) for an interview with the ADA
sitting in a glass walled cubicle; waiting to write up the formal charges;
waiting for the case to be called by the judge; waiting with other police
officers in the Arraignment Part where, during breaks in the court session,
the benches were filled with sleeping cops lying head-to-toe. A cop who
made a collar near the end of his shift could wait six, seven or more hours
before getting to go home to sleep.
What made the Arraignment Part, Night Court if you prefer, into the
Best Free Show in Town after Dark, wasn’t just that it was a safe place to
be and a cheap date. Those reasons for sure. But also it was the combination
of the types of cases and the behavior of some of the judges. It was Judge
Judy meets the Three Stooges. Keep in mind that because of the awful
volume of serious crime, anything that wasn’t serious and could be finished
at arraignment was finished there, by plea bargain. It was these kinds of
cases, the not serious cases and the victimless cases, which lent an aura of
comedy intermixed with the tragedy. Let me give you one example: one
such case from the thousands of similar cases, that actually happened.
The Arraignment Part was a vast courtroom with pew-like benches
tucked away on the first floor in the back and to the side of the dirty stone
Criminal Court building. To enter the building one passed through ten foot
tall wrought iron gates into an outdoor atrium that was dark, damp and
littered with cigarette butts. The atrium was lit by two large wrought-iron
sconces that provided a dim yellow light. The entrance to the court building
was through brass entry doors leading into a once-opulent lobby, once
worthy of a first rate Broadway theater or opera house, but now, in 1975, so
poorly maintained as to be an embarrassment to the city fathers. Put yourself
in the front row, and listen and watch as the bailiff calls the next case.
“People v. John Retsua and People v. Adrian Greene and Eunice Greene,”
he bellows. (By the way, that’s not their real names. I really don’t remember
the names.) The bailiff turns to the judge, hands him the Complaints, and
says, in a whisper audible to the Legal Aid lawyers and the ADA, (me),
“These are companion cases, judge. I think they’re BS.” The judge nodded
his thanks. Up to the counsel tables came the three defendants, accompanied
by a uniformed police officer. As they reached the railing the clerk bellowed
“Mr. Retsua is charged with a violation of 160.10, Robbery in the second
degree, a class C felony, and 120.00, Assault in the third degree, a class A
misdemeanor; Mr. and Mrs. Greene are charged with Theft of Services and
120.00, Assault in the third degree, both Class A misdemeanors.”
No time to read the paperwork. When asked, the officer tells me, “Three
upstanding citizens.” Then, pointing his chin in the direction of Adrian and
Eunice Greene, he adds, “They told the cab driver to wait while they went up
to their apartment to get money to pay him, about twenty-five bucks. They
were coming from the airport and going to Crown Heights. The cab driver,”
chinning in the direction of Retsua, “he figures they’re going to try to beat
him out of the fare. So he pulls the suitcase out of the wife’s hand, and says
he’s going hold it until they come back with his money. The husband gets
pissed off and jumps on the cabbie. A neighbor calls the cops, and they all
sign cross-complaints, so here we are, counselor.” A few quick questions
establish no one has any priors, no one had any real injuries, and no one gave
the cop a hard time. All three were, as the cop said, “upstanding citizens.”
“Judge,” said one of the lawyers, “we waive the reading of the charges
as to all defendants and request to approach.” We three lawyers approach
the bench to discuss the case. We all agree the case is nonsense. The judge
wants the cases dismissed. I know the cop has no objection to this, and I
don’t either; and the Legal Aid lawyers and their clients have no problem
with it. But the cabbie, Retsua, doesn’t have a lawyer to speak for him.
Now the judge takes over. “On the record, he said. The room quickly grew
quiet. The only noise that could be heard was the air conditioner, which was
providing blessed relief from the hot, sticky jungle outside.
“You, can you tell me what happened?” the judge asks the forlorn Retsua.
The cab driver explained that he believed the passengers were going to beat
him out of a fare so he used self-help, just like his union said he could.
Glaring at the cabbie the judge barked, “You know, you could get 10
years for this robbery, forcibly trying to take her suitcase. Do you think
your union is going to do the time for you? Do you think they’re going
to pay the hefty fine that could be imposed against you? You know this is
serious, mister? And what kind
of a name is Retsua anyway?
You some kind of foreigner?
You’re in big trouble here.
Where’s your lawyer?”
Retsua didn’t know how
to answer these questions, so
he just kept his head down,
allowing the judge to gaze
on his bald spot covered in
perspiration, surrounded by
graying strands of hair.
Then the judge turned to
the Greenes, “What do you
mean not paying for this cab ride? You need to learn respect for the working
man, and learn what it’s like to drive a cab late at night in this city. Do you
realize you will each be serving six months in jail when I sentence you?
The defense attorneys looked at each other and at their clients and at
Retsua. The prosecutor, (me!) said, “For the record judge, the People have
no stake in the outcome. These are citizen cross complaints and we take
no position; we rely on your judgment.”
“Well then,” said his Honor, “Are we agreed that we will exchange
apologies, pay the cab fare, and dismiss both cases?”
Incredible; happy, happy, happy defendants, all three. Mrs. Greene
quickly opened her handbag and removed a change purse out of which she
extracted twenty-five dollars. She handed the money to Retsua.
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“Cases dismissed” said the judge. “You’re all free to go,” he added.
“Call the next case,” he mumbled.
As the three bedraggled citizens reached the door out of the courtroom,
now free of the law’s yoke, without warning or apparent reason, the Judge
jumped up from his seat, the force of his movement pushing the high-backed
chair to the wall, and, his face red, screamed “WAIT A MINUTE. HOLD
IT. STOP THOSE PEOPLE FROM LEAVING THE COURTROOM.”
Court officers blocked their way, motioning them back before the judge.
Cowed and frightened, the three slowly returned down the aisle to stand
before the unpredictable magistrate.
“On the record,” said the Terror of the Judiciary. “Did you pay him the
cab fare?” The Greenes nodded that they had. “All of it?” The Greenes
nodded that they had paid all of it. “HOW ABOUT A TIP?” shouted the
judge at the dumbfounded couple standing beneath his bench. Mr. Greene
slipped his hand into his front pants pocket and withdrew five dollars. He
handed the bill to Retsua, who was standing with glazed eyes, a deer in the
headlights. “NOW YOU CAN GO,” said his Honor, justifying the label,
“The Best Free Show In Town After Dark.”
In other articles we may discuss other legal topics. However, with these
topics, as with those discussed in this article, we are speaking in generalities,
and nothing written here should be construed as legal advice for a particular
case. A specific set of facts may invoke other legal principles, and require
a different conclusion. It is always best to consult a lawyer, giving the
lawyer all the facts of the case, so as to be able to ascertain exactly what
your rights and responsibilities are in a particular situation.
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226-31.
3. If possible, residents should garage vehicles. The contractor will NOT work around vehicles in the driveway. They will not be returning to reclean areas.
4. Under “normal” circumstances, Snow removal crews have 24 hours to clear ALL homes after snow has stopped. During significant snowfalls,
driveways will be made passable. There may be a delay in clearing sidewalks.
5. The starting location for plowing will be rotated from storm to storm to avoid unequal resident service.
6. During an occurrence please do not call the gatehouse, trustees, or Grounds Committee members. In order to avoid confusion, the Property
Manager is the sole authority to direct the contractor.
7. All gates will be opened during significant snowfall.
8. The Clubhouse drives and walks will be plowed after ALL driveways and service walks are cleared. The common sidewalks
will be cleared last.
9. The Clubhouse will remain open unless otherwise specified. If storm conditions become extreme – the Clubhouse will
close as emergency exits will be obstructed.
10.When snowfall is anticipated, please place your garbage cans on the curb, not in the street. Curbside trash placed - in bags only - is prohibited
at any time.
11.Any major damage should be reported to management in writing immediately. Superficial or cosmetic personal property damage including but
not limited to marking or scraping of driveway topcoats or walkway pavers and/or unavoidable damage to landscaping is not considered reportable
damage.
12.Above all, use caution when outside, especially when the snow removal equipment is in operation. While we understand you need to get out,
please be patient as all homes are a priority.
13.Please do not contact the emergency service with non-emergency issues. Please do not contact the emergency service to find out when your
driveway will be cleared. Under “normal” circumstances, snow removal crews have 24 hours to clear ALL homes after snow has stopped.
14.Per storm/snow protocol updates will be emailed often through our community website, http://www.fourseasonsatmanalapan.com/. Know
someone without email? Please pass this on.
15.Manalapan Township has a reverse 911 system. The system will notify you should there an important alert from Manalapan Township. register
here;http://www.manalapanpolice.org/swift-911
Living in a community with shared services is a way to achieve a more economical delivery of those services to all closed
homes. That is the case with us having a common snow plowing contractor. However, utilizing shared services has certain side
effects – as in we can’t all be plowed first. In the event of an emergency during a storm when we are plowing, a 911 call response
will be coordinated with our contractor to re-direct a plow to clear a way for the emergency vehicles. For critical emergency
personnel such as physicians, there is an option to have the police arrange for transport. Finally, you always have the option
of expediting clearing your driveway with your own contractor. If you choose to do this, please
advise your contractor to refrain from common area snow removal and do not allow them to
impede association snow removal.
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Please do not contact the emergency service with non-emergency issues. Please do not contact the emergency service to find out when your driveway
will be cleared. If you have a real emergency, please call 911 and notify the gatehouse 732-446-6478.
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January 2015
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
(MR)
FRIDAY
1
Lifestyle Office Closed
SAT/SUN
2
3
Lifestyle Office Closed
4
9:00 AM MC-Meeting and
Breakfast(B)
5:00 PM-11:00PM - Couples
Canasta (B)
5
6
9:00 AM - BOT Meeting (C2)
10:15AM Body Toning (F)
11AM 3D Art (CR)
1-4PM Fun Billiards - Open To
All(BR)
7PM Clubhouse Committee
Meeting (C2)
9:15AM WC- BD Meeting (C2)
6:00PM - Ice Cream Club Bd
Meeting (MR)
7:00 PM- Grounds Committee
Meeting (C2)
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10:15AM Body Toning (F)
11AM 3D Art (CR)
1PM-4PM Fun Billiards
Open To All (BR)
7:00 PM Pegasus Press (C2)
7:30 PM Social Committee
Meeting (AC)
19
7
8
9
10
Fall Bocce Party (B)
6:30PM SC Meeting (C2)
11
13
MC- Boys Nite Out (TBA)
9:40-10:40AM Yoga (F)
14
15
16
1:00PM Arts and Crafts for Charity 8:00PM SC- Movie Night (B)
(CR)
17
Trips and Tours - Side Show
18
11:00 AM Billiards Kick Off
(MCR)
20
10:15AM Body Toning (F)
11AM 3D Art (CR)
1-4PM Fun Billiards (BR)
Open To All (BR)
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WC 7th Birthday Bash (TBD)
9:40-10:40AM Yoga (F)
7:00 PM CIC Meeting (C2)
7:30 PM Book Club (CR)
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22
9:40-10:40AM Yoga (F)
10:15 AM- 12:00 PM ACC Meeting 7:00PM- 9:00PM - Residents Meet 7:00PM Wine Club (B)
(C2)
Taylor Management (B)
7:00 PM Italian American Club
Entertainment (B)
7:30PM MC Bd Meeting (C2)
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9:40-10:40AM Yoga (F)
9:00 AM Monthly BOT Meeting
7:30 PM Homeowners
(C2)
Maintenance Committee
10:15AM Body Toning (F)
(MR)
11AM 3D Art (CR)
1PM-4PM Fun Billiards (BR)
7:00 PM Homeowners Association
Meeting (B)
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24
25
6:00 PM Ice Cream ClubChinese New Year (B)
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Meet the Trustees- Wine and
Cheese (B)
CR=Craft Room • MR=Media Room • B=Ballroom • MCR=Men's Card Room • C2=Upstairs Conf. room • BR=Billiards
Room
L=Library • A=Atrium • F=Fitness Room • LB=Lobby
***All events subject to change. Please check the online calendar for the latest information***
QUESTIONS 732.446.8404 www.mtnj.org
No Recycling or Garbage pickups are
made on the following holidays:
New Years Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Garbage
Pick-Up
Monday &
Thursday
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ACTIVITIES
SCHEDULE
CONTACTS
PHONEEMAIL
Architectural Control Committee Wed. 11:00 A.M., based on need
Joel Scheckner
780-3108
[email protected]
Bike Group
Thursdays
Steve Koster
709-3432
[email protected]
Billiards
Oct.-Jan./Feb.-May
Larry Gens
598-1289
[email protected]
Bocce
Seasonal
Mark Handwerker (240)620-6929
Book Club
1st Wed.. 7:30 P.M.
Marcie Case
792-3849
[email protected]
Bowling
Monday 7:00 P.M. Arnie Klein
851-6451
[email protected]
Breast Cancer Support Group
1st Sat. 9:30 A.M.
Diane Goldstein
446-2443
[email protected]
Civic Issues Committee
1st Wed. 7:00 P.M.
Larry Cooper
446-3704
[email protected]
Clubhouse Committee
1st Tues. 7:00 P.M.
Alan Bogard
446-0967
[email protected]
Election Committee
January—May
Barry Tepp
792-0422
[email protected]
Finance Committee
3rd Tues. 7:00 P.M.
Steve Blumerman
446-3503
[email protected]
Garden Club
3rd Monday
Anne Quatrochi *
Betty Sargiotto *
446-3369
446-0438
[email protected]
[email protected]
Grounds Committee
1st Mon. 7:00 P.M.
Ron Quatrochi
446-3369
[email protected]
Homeowners Maint. Comm.
Last Wed. 7:30 P.M.
Marty Mindlin
446-3906
[email protected]
Ice Cream Club
Whenever
Marcie Case
792-3849
[email protected]
Judiciary Committee
As needed
Jerry Judin
656-9699
[email protected]
[email protected]
Mah Jongg
A.M. & P.M. groups
See Message Board
http://www.fourseasonsatmanalapan.com/
for new games forming thread_list.asp
Men’s Club
1st Sun. 9:00 A.M.
Brian Shorr
890-2988
[email protected]
Men’s Club Breakfast
2nd & 4th Wed. 9 A.M.
Brian Shorr
890-2988
[email protected]
Mexican Train Dominos
Thursdays 7:30 P.M.
Pat Foley
446-3962
[email protected]
Movie Night
3rd Fri. 8:00 P.M.
Al Lassoff
780-4167
[email protected]
Pegasus Press Newspaper
2nd Tues. 7:00 P.M.
Richard Leimsider
305-6354
[email protected]
Photography Club
2nd Mon. 7:30 P.M.
Alan Bogard
446-0967
[email protected]
Pickleball
Sat. 9:00A.M./Tues.-Thurs. 4:00P.M. Steve Ellis
Allan Doyno
709-3552
972-3964
[email protected]
[email protected]
Pinochle
Mon. 1:00 P.M., Wed. 7:00 P.M.
Ken Smolack
446-4611
[email protected]
Share and Care
2nd Mon. 10:00 A.M.
Arlene Molnar
446-3832
[email protected]
Social Committee
2nd Thurs. 6:30 P.M.
Arnie Klein
851-6451
[email protected]
Texas Hold ’Em
Mon. 7:00 P.M. & 8:15 P.M.
Bob Gewirtz
598-9963
[email protected]
Wine Tasting Club
Every other month
Kal Silverman
536-5161
[email protected]
Women’s Club
2nd Wed. 7:30 P.M.
Judy Epstein*
Carol Lifland*
446-1889
446-1040
[email protected]
clifland2000 @yahoo.com
*Co-Presidents/Chairpersons/Editors
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