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Volume 17 • Number 5 The Official Publication of Riviera at Freehold Homeowners’ Association May 2021
NEVER FORGET
THOSE WHO GAVE ALL
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Editor Important Phone Numbers
Ray DeRise Emergency, Police, Fire & First Aid…911
Associate Editors Community Management
Onsite Community Mgt. Office............ 732-294-9290
Phyllis Gottlieb Chamoff
Premier Management Associates.......... 201-947-1001
Marie Martino
.............................................................. 201-947-5905 (fax)
Premier Emergency Hotline.................. 732-390-1100
Staff Clubhouse
Ree Kamenitz, RN Riviera at Freehold Concierge Desk..... 732-294-9290
Marlene Blanos .............................................................. 732-294-9243 (fax)
Larry Kaplan, Quiz Master Resources
Steve Ravner, Photo Editor Animal Control..................................... 732-294-2060
ASPCA Hotline..................................... 888-426-4435
Board of Directors Cablevision........................................... 732-367-2582
Bob Carlino.................................... President Freehold Twp. Water/Sewer MUA........ 732-294-2023
Jerry Curcio............................Vice President Innovative (HVAC)............................... 732-905-5720
JCP&L Electric..................................... 800-662-3115
Jim DePatria...................................Treasurer
NJ Natural Gas Company..................... 800-221-0051
Bob Jenkins....................................Secretary NJ Transit Information.......................... 800-772-2222
Monica Lista...................................... Trustee Picture Perfect Landscaping................. 732-786-8885
Property Management Staff Poison Control...................................... 800-962-1253
Verizon.................................................. 800-837-4966
Susan Light, Site Manager
Waste Management............................... 800-439-4008
slight@premiermanagement.net
Freehold Township
Pam Carbone, Property Administrator Freehold Police Department
pcarbone@premiermanagement.net (non-emergency)........................... 732-462-7908
Patrol car w/lights but no sirens............ 732-462-7500
Hours
Freehold First Aid (non-emergency)..... 732-462-1100
Monday-Thursday (9:00 am-5:00 pm)
Freehold Twp. Municipal,
Friday (8:00 am-4:00 pm)
1 Municipal Plaza......................... 732-294-2000
Freehold Post Office.............................. 732-431-4525
Open Board Meeting Mayor’s Office...................................... 732-294-2001
To Be Announced
Parks & Recreation............................... 732-294-2190
Public Works......................................... 732-294-2160
Committees/Chairpersons Library (County)................................... 732-431-7220
Architectural Review – Len Menconi Builder Warranty Service Department
Toll Brothers Warranty Service............. 732-851-2087
Buildings & Grounds – Bob Campbell/Mike Barra
Clubhouse – John Maloney Hospitals
CentraState Medical Center
Community Affairs – Marie Martino
901 W. Main St., Freehold.................... 732-431-2000
Finance – Ira Edenbaum
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Rules & Regulations – Terri Marian
(Regional Trauma Center)
Social – Janice DePatria 1945 State Hwy. 33, Neptune............... 732-776-4747
Website – Steve Ravner
Riviera Website................................... www.rivieraatfreehold.org
Contact the Ramblings
Ray DeRise, Editor
646-229-2689; rderise82@aol.com
Editorial Disclaimer
The Board of Directors or the Editorial Staff of the
Phyllis Gottlieb, Associate Editor Riviera Ramblings reserves the right to reject, edit or con-
732-618-4815; pgottlieb@optonline.net dense submissions. In addition, any article that is illegible,
Marie Martino, Associate Editor libelous, inflammatory, in bad taste or offensive to other
residents, may be refused. The staff shall not be responsible
917-334-0545; marie_martino@yahoo.com
for typographical errors.
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 3
President’s Report Management’s Message
I want to thank those residents who It is with much excitement that I
joined our HOA Open Board meeting on have been able to greet some of our
April 20. We covered a lot of important in- homeowners back to the Clubhouse this
formation and, unfortunately, the turnout of month to use the indoor pool and gym.
residents was significantly less than expected Everything has gone very smoothly with
and, certainly less than we hoped for. We the re-opening, and I would like to thank
would like to conduct the next HOA Open Board meeting everyone that has come to the Clubhouse
in person, which we believe will drive greater participation for their cooperation in following the rules that we have
by the community. The loosening of existing COVID-19 had to put into place. If you haven’t had a chance to
restrictions, which limit gatherings of this type, will dictate sign up for a gym or indoor pool session and would like
how and when we will be able to meet in person and at to, there have been reservations open, so please email
least we expect to be able to hold the meeting outdoors. us the business day before you would like to reserve a
I would like to update you on some of the topics we spot. We accept emails for reservations from 9:00 am
covered at this past open board meeting. Contracts ap- to 3:30 pm on the business day before your request.
proved: snow removal contractor 2021-2022 season; light- We are now working on preparing to open the outdoor pool
ing of signs at both entrances; installation of an intercom at and facilities. We are planning to have the outdoor pool
the front entrance guest kiosk, allowing direct communica- open on Memorial Day. Currently, we are just waiting for
tion with the Management Office during normal business the final health and electrical inspections. We will be able to
hours. We approved a policy to allow the community to have both the indoor and outdoor pools open concurrently
receive notices by electronic delivery (residents must opt- this year. The indoor pool hours are currently Mondays,
in). Resolution 319, regarding fire pits and outdoor heaters, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and
was approved. Resolution 318, regarding regulations on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This
political displays, had a “first reading” and will be voted year we can extend the hours at the outdoor pool and will
on in the future. have just one continuous session. The outdoor pool hours
As I am sure you now know, the Board has decided to will be from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. We will again be
have a limited opening of the Riviera Clubhouse (residents offering residents use of the tennis courts, pickleball courts,
only) for use of the gym, indoor pool, and to allow certain horseshoe pits, bocce courts, and the putting green. We
classes to be held in the ballroom and pool. Decisions ask that those using these facilities please use the sign-in
made by your Board will always require strict adherence
sheets that are available in the Clubhouse vestibule for
to state-mandated COVID-19 requirements and, as a result,
contact tracing purposes. Much of the same rules as last
this partial opening will necessitate the hiring of a Social
year will apply as we start the season. Any changes will
Distancing Ambassador to monitor both the gym and
be communicated through our email and call-out system.
indoor pool. Residents will be required to complete the
Please remember, the use of all the Association facilities is
2021 Health Declaration and Waiver before entering the
for residents only at this time. Also, for use of any facility,
Clubhouse. We will continue to monitor any loosening of
you must have your health declaration and waiver signed
restrictions that will allow us to fully open the Clubhouse
and turned into the Management Office.
for all other activities.
Please watch your emails as we are sending many
You should have received the notice from our Social
communications electronically these days. Also, please
Committee regarding the Riviera at Freehold Tailgate and
BBQ event scheduled for Saturday, May 22 which will be remember if you want to continue receiving email notifica-
held in the Clubhouse parking lot. This will be the first tions, we will need the “E Notice Consent Form” that was
major community-wide event since the world came to recently sent to you, signed and returned to us.
a halt when COVID-19 hit. We hope to see a very large Thank you all and looking forward to a wonderful
turnout, and although there will be some COVID-19 related summer!
restrictions, it will be wonderful to see everyone in person Susan Light, Site Manager
and, hopefully, get an opportunity to meet the many new
residents that have moved into our beautiful community
since we last held a Social Committee event. Hope to see
you all there.
All my best. Patronize Our Advertisers
Bob Carlino, Board President
4 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021
Around Riviera
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 5
Women’s Club
My Fair Lady
On April 21, the Women’s Club sponsored a Zoom We were delighted with the informative discussion on
meeting that took us behind the scenes of the making of the making of the Lerner and Lowe Broadway production,
“My Fair Lady.” We were entertained by John Kenrick, a as well as the movie. Film clips of the show and movie,
passionate historian, writer, educator, and commentator along with tidbits about the writers and performers, kept us
on musical theatre. a captive audience. It was still a thrill seeing Julie Andrews
singing and Rex Harrison as Professor Higgins.
Ada Williams
6 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021
Women’s Club–Continued
My Fair Lady
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 7
Share Your Experience
Holland Ridge Farms
The Jansen family has grown tulips in Holland for 100 years. How wonderful for us
that for the past several years the family has brought their tulip growing expertise just a
short drive from Riviera.
Holland Ridge Farms occupies 53 acres of farmland in Cream Ridge, NJ. It was here that
the family planted 1,000,000 tulip bulbs in 2017. It is truly a tulip paradise which, when we
visited last week, took our breath away. To borrow a phrase from the entertainment world,
these fields of undulating tulips, planted in row after row, are true show-stoppers. Over
3,000 varieties of tulips exist, and Holland Farms showcases hundreds of them, from the
brilliant Red Matador, the red and yellow Halley’s Comet, the multi-colored Parrot tulip,
and my personal favorite, the strikingly vivid Purple Prince.
Part of the fun of the experience is picking your own tulips. A visitor is given a basket Bernie and Sue Aaron
and is free to pick as many tulips as desired. We chose a dozen, varying colors, and heights. Each stem costs $1.00. They
bloomed for a week and brightened our day whenever we looked at them.
One caveat: The property involves a lot of walking on uneven ground. For people with impairments, electric carts,
driven by an employee, are available. Many people took advantage of this service.
You will need to prearrange your visit by going to their website: http://www.hollandridgefarms.com. Remember to
bring your mask; the rules state that if you are less than six feet away from another visitor, you must wear it.
As we wandered the magnificent tulip fields, it was hard to believe we were not in Holland. It was a lovely way to
spend an afternoon and we recommend it highly.
Susan and Bernie Aaron
Tulips, Tulips, Tulips, and more Tulips
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8 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021
Policies For Other News
Residents/Guests
When entering and leaving the Clubhouse, all residents Seeking Committee Members
and their guests must sign in on the sheet located on the There are currently openings on many of the com-
round table in the center of the lobby. Please note that mittees. A Committee Volunteer Form (available at the
residents MUST STAY WITH THEIR GUESTS during Management Office) should be completed and returned to
the entire time that they are in the Clubhouse. Guest badges the office for consideration by the Committee Chairpersons
must be worn, and be in full view. and then final approval by the HOA Board of Directors.
At the outdoor or indoor pool, the same policies hold
true. The resident must be present at all times. Each resident
household has 4 guest passes. The lifeguards have the final
authority with respect to enforcement of pool rules. They
may suspend any person’s pool privileges if the rules are
continually violated.
Reminders
Clubhouse Corner
1. Clubhouse hours are 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Pool Hours
Indoor Pool
2. Please clean up after each time you use the Clubhouse. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
3. Please obey all rules of the Clubhouse. 9:00 am to 12 noon.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
4. Please turn off the lights before you leave.
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The Clubhouse Committee would like to ask all resi-
dents of Riviera to please treat our beautiful Clubhouse as Outdoor Pool (Starting Memorial Day)
you would your own home. 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Daily
If for any reason, you, your club, committee, etc., find
it necessary to open windows in ANY of the Clubhouse
rooms, please be sure to close them when you leave the
room. This is a serious safety concern and could result in
damage to the Clubhouse. Thank you for your cooperation
in this very important matter.
Share Your Experiences
The Ramblings welcomes your submissions. If you are
planning to write a short article about a trip, hobby or tal-
ent, please limit your copy to one page or less. Or perhaps
you’d like to post a brief blurb on our Message Board,
i.e. a thank you or an upcoming event. Please email it to
me at rderise82@aol.com or you can leave it in the Ram-
blings mailbox located in the Clubhouse. All submissions
must be received by the 7th of the month for consideration
(space permitting). Thank you. We look forward to hearing
from you.
Ray DeRise
Rules and Regulations
Your questions or comments regarding the rules are 732-446-4242
always welcome. Just e-mail me at:
terrimarian@hotmail.com
Terri Marian, Chairperson
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 9
Committee Reports
ARC Review B&G Committee
Just a reminder from the Architectural
Committee, ANY change a homeowner The Grounds Committee held its last
contemplates making to the exterior of their meeting on Wednesday, April 21, to discuss
property requires a Property Modification several issues of concern to the community.
Application. This process insures that the Following is a brief description of the is-
modification is in compliance with the Com- sues addressed.
munity Rules and Regulations. These regulations insure There are currently three vendors bidding for the
that the community maintains the standards of excellence contract for our seasonal plantings. The Committee will
that make us the envy of adult communities everywhere. be meeting with them to discuss pricing and selection.
The Architectural Committee is here to help the Once a final decision has been made, the community will
homeowners make all conforming changes to enhance their be notified.
properties within the guidelines and will make every effort Weather permitting, LMS has scheduled the first week
to accommodate reasonable applications. of May to begin activation of the common ground irriga-
Unfortunately changes to properties made without an tion system. As in prior years, committee members will be
approved Property Modification Application may result in observing the process to take note of any issues that may be
the Board of Directors requiring those changes are reversed revealed and report any concerns to Riviera management.
to conform to Rules and Regulations. A major security concern was discussed in some depth.
Should you have any questions regarding this, please Many of our residents walk Riviera daily and prefer to
contact Susan or Pam at the Management Office. walk in the street rather than on the sidewalk. While this
Len Menconi, Chairperson is permitted, the concern is that many of the walkers are
walking with the traffic flow, and the fear is that they may
not be aware of vehicles approaching from the rear. To
avoid any possible accidents, the Committee would like to
recommend that walkers walk against the traffic flow so
that they will be able to see an approaching vehicle. Bicycle
riders on the other hand should only ride their bikes in the
street and always in the direction of the traffic flow. We
would like to remind everyone that the community speed
limit is 25 miles an hour, and we respectfully request that
all residents, and their guests, observe the limit.
There have been reports of coyote sightings in the
area and we would like all residents to be aware of their
surroundings and report any instances to management.
Also, if you are a pet owner, please do not leave your pet
unattended at any time. This is not only for their safety,
David Reich but it is also an association regulation not to have animals
Brokers/Sales Representatives off the leash while outside or on a run in the back yard.
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10 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Committee Reports
Clubhouse Committee
I love this time of year; it doesn’t get any
better than this. Spring is in full bloom and
Riviera is looking lush, green, and beautiful
once again.
Things are improving, and now, with
some restrictions, we will be able to enjoy
the indoor pool, gym, and outdoor facilities this summer.
Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and this
Committee will be working hard to get our pool area ready
for opening day. The pool is being filled, the flowerbeds will
be planted, and all the outdoor furniture and concrete will
be cleaned, power washed, and readied for another season.
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Can take the reins to lead, we will all follow.
there are any questions about the Club, please feel free to
Our Board doesn’t have all the answers
call me or Bob Campbell, VP; Angelo Valente, Treasurer
We rely on the members to be the advancers.
or Martha Valente, Secretary.
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deemed successful and given the thumbs up approval. Our
next event will be horseshoes and bocce with teams to be
chosen on the day of the event.
Note:
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12 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Club News–Continued
Bocce Club
After taking the 2020 season played the game of bocce. (Old-timers are also invited.) We
off due to the COVID-19 pan- will have a call out advising you of the practice evenings.
demic, bocce will be returning We will be following the COVID-19 guidelines. Masks
to beautiful Riviera for the 2021 season. must be worn, social distancing, and a signed health waiver
By the time you read this article, you will have already must be completed. If you do not submit a signed health
received the Bocce Club application and the 2021 health waiver, you will not be able to play.
waiver by e-mail. For those of you who do not have e- Team captains from the 2019 season: we still have
mail, a hard copy was placed in the newspaper bin of your ten bocce box keys that have not been returned. I would
mailbox. appreciate your returning them to me at our meeting on
We have requested that these forms be returned to the May 1 or sooner. I do not want to charge a fee for the key
Management mailbox in the Clubhouse vestibule no later you signed out for.
than May 6. Hopefully, they have been returned. Looking forward to seeing you all out on the bocce
There is a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, at courts. In the meantime, stay safe.
7:00 pm, on the Clubhouse veranda to set up teams, review Dolores Curcio, Bocce Coordinator
rules and regulations, and discuss the collection of dues.
The dues for the 2021 season will remain as it has in
the past at $20.00 per person, which will be applied to the
end of season dinner.We will also continue to have our
Shalom Club
Pizza Night which is normally held mid-season. The cost Weeks
for this will also come out of the dues money. Shavuot
This year we will have a playoff at the end of the season Shavuot is the Hebrew word for weeks.
to determine the winning team that will have the Riviera Life today is dominated by weeks.
bragging rights for the 2021 season. The exact details of the How many weeks until all our loved ones
playoff will be spelled out on your bocce schedule which are vaccinated?
will be determined by the number of teams that will be How many weeks until we can safely be with our loved
playing this year. ones and friends?
As you know, the canopies have been installed. This How many weeks until our lives return to “normal”?
year in addition to the pole lighting, we will be installing How many weeks until the Shalom Club can resume
lighting in the canopies and adding free-standing fans, to meeting and partying?
make playing on the warm summer evenings much more Jews have traditionally counted weeks at this time of
comfortable. the year. The Shavuot holiday, which commemorates G-d
I would like to thank the Board of Trustees and the giving the Torah to Moses on Mount Sinai,is celebrated
Clubhouse Committee for adding these new items to make
seven weeks after the first Passover Seder.
playing bocce so much more enjoyable. The Board has also
Get vaccinated, stay home, be careful and be safe.
approved the installation of a new sub-surface and new
Len Nachbar, President
artificial turf to renovate the bocce courts. It is anticipated
that the renovation will take place in late September or
early October, ready for the 2022 bocce season. Again, I
and the Riviera community a sincere thank you.
We have several new residents here at Riviera, I would
like to extend a warm welcome and offer an invitation to all
new (and old) residents to join the Bocce Club, I guarantee
that you will not only have fun, but you will also make new
friends. It does not matter if you have never played bocce
before. It is not a difficult game that requires a certain skill
set or physical ability. As I have noted before, our goal is
to guarantee that you will have fun.
We will again this year have at least two evenings
of practice for the newcomers and those who have never spc-975
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 13Message Board
Happy Birthday to: Thank You
Jerry Pollio May 16 Please allow me the opportunity to thank all my friends
Tony Calvello May 20 and neighbors here in Riviera for all the cards, calls, and
Laura Conti May 21 emails sent to me to commemorate my 90th birthday.
Judith Taub May 27 Louise and I are fortunate to live in such a loving and
Bob Campbell May 29 caring community.
Lois Palmisano May 29 Art Klepper
Carol Gottlieb May 30
Andi Palmisano May 31 On the Cover
Lone sentry guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a monument dedi-
Jo DeRise June 7 cated to deceased United States service members whose
Amanda Lagana June 8 remains have not been identified. It is located in Arlington
Vincenza Amorelli June 14 National Cemetery in Virginia.
Linda Skowronski June 14
Memorial Day
A federal holiday in the United States for honoring
Happy Anniversary to:
and mourning the military personnel who have died in
Janice & Len Nachbar May 25
the performance of their military duties while serving in
Arlene & John Chacko May 28
the United States Armed Forces. The holiday is observed
Susan & Larry Olman May 28
on the last Monday of May.
Esther & Al Passy May 29
Diane & Alan Cedar June 1
Vincenza & Joe Amorelli June 13
Linda & Gene Skowronski June 13
We would also like to give our best wishes to all who
may be celebrating a special occasion during this month.
We would like to acknowledge birthdays and
anniversaries. Please indicate your name and date on
this form and return to the Concierge’s Desk, at least 3
months prior to date.
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Resident’s Name__________________________
_ ______________________________________
Date_ __________________________________
Occasion________________________________
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14 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Message Board – Continued
Public Hearing for Affordable Housing Development
At 55 Jackson Mills Road
On April 27, the Community Affairs Committee at- will take 12 to 18 months for development.
tended a public hearing concerning the proposed devel- Residents were not happy about the project. They
opment of affordable housing at 55 Jackson Mills Road. questioned the location chosen, brought up the difficulty
Originally the News Transcript reported that 878 units that they have in trying to drive onto Jackson Mills Road
would be built on the site. But that was reported incor- because of the great amount of traffic and wondered if any
rectly. The township’s obligation for affordable housing of the property is being built on wetlands.
in our current settlement for the entire township between If you are interested in reading the PowerPoint pre-
2000 and 2025 is to build 878 units.The plan for Jackson sentation, which was given about what the township was
Mills Road is actually for 67 apartments with 30 being being asked to do, you can go onto the website -
designated as affordable houses. http://twp.freehold.nj.us/assets/files/agendas/
Peter Valesi, the township’s administrator, explained to
the interested audience why the site was chosen and how it twp_committee/2020/2020_land_use_presentation.pdf
was necessary for a builder to agree to build 30 affordable Because the site is new, it won’t be on the presentation
apartments. There are not a lot of builders who are willing but you can see what places have been designated as af-
to take on this kind of investment. This mixed development fordable housing. Peter Valesi’s email address is pvalesi@
project is the result of a mandate from the Supreme Court. twp.freehold.nj.us
The township has to follow its guidelines. There has been a A special thanks to Jo DeRise, Joanne Nuzzo, and
great deal of negotiating according to Valesi and the amount Dennis Martino for attending the hearing so that our com-
required to be built has dropped dramatically. munity will be apprised of any development planned close
The design is still in the planning stage with four build- to our property.
ings and 16 units in each to be built. It will be mixed so it Marie Martino, Community Affairs Chairperson
won’t be clear which are affordable and which are not. It
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 15COVID-19 Stress Reliever Fun Page
How Well Do You Know Charlie Brown and the Gang?
On October 2, 1950, Charles Schulz’s Peanuts comic strip began run-
ning, launching a cultural idea that was part of toys, books, television, and
collectibles. What can you remember about the lovable crew?
1. Charles Schulz – Sparky to his friends – had a title for his strip, but
it was changed to Peanuts, which he never liked. What did Schulz call
his creation?
A. Snoopy and the Gang
B.The Life of Charlie Brown
C. Good Grief
D. Li’l Folks
2. Shortly after the assassination of Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr.,
school teacher Harriet Glickman wrote Schulz to suggest adding a black character. Who is this character?
A. Freddie Armstrong
B. Fritz Armstrong
C. Franklin Armstrong
D. Felix Armstrong
3. How many television specials were created around Peanuts?
A. 45 B. 11 C.11 D. 26
4. How many new strips did Schulz draw in his lifetime?
A. 20,276 B. 13,891 C. 19,462 D. 17,897
5. What sitcom star from the 1970s portrayed Charlie Brown in the 1967 New York stage production of You’re
a Good Man, Charlie Brown?
A. Gary Burghoff B. John Ritter C. Ron Howard D. John Travolta
6. Schulz’s dog Spike inspired the character of Snoopy, who first appeared on October 4, 1950. Schulz wanted
to call the beagle something else, but another comic canine was using the name. What was it?
A. Snout B. Honker C. Sniffy D. Nosy
7. Although Snoopy’s sidekick first appeared in 1967, he wasn’t given a name until 1970. What is he named
for?
A. Schulz’s childhood pet
B. The Woodstock Music & Art Fair
C. Woodstock, Il.
D. Joni Mitchell’s song “Woodstock”
8. In the 1981 special, It’s Magic, Charlie Brown, the interior of Snoopy’s house
proved to be a well-appointed living space with a pool table, books, a laboratory, and
a painting by which famous artist?
A. Claude Monet
B. Vincent van Gogh
C. Auguste Renoir
D. Salvador Dali
9. Snoopy once had a fiancée, who appeared in the 1985 television special Snoopy’s
Getting Married, Charlie Brown. What was her name?
A. Trixie B. Genevieve C. Lassie D. Lucy
Submitted by Marie Martino
Source: Reminisce Magazine Oct/Nov 2020
Answers on page 30
16 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Crossword
Crossword Puzzle
57 Light metal
62 Knuckleheads
65 Suspension
67 Duration
68 First to die in the Bible
69 Untrue
70 Egyptian dancing girl
71 Dabbling duck
72 Absquatulates
73 Drip slowly
Down
1 Tub
2 Workplace regulation agency
3 Unglazed brownish-red earthenware
4 Pulls
5 Ingenious sales devices
6 World’s largest economy
7 Expression of incredulity
8 Scrap
9 Despise
10 Parched
11 Small lake
12 U N nuclear watchdog
13 Swirl
Across 19 Warning signal
1 Opposite of neither 21 Touchdown forecasts
5 Protect 24 German state
10 “Four and twenty blackbirds baked in ---” 26 O founder
14 On the ocean 27 Temporary peace
15 Publish 29 Single-masted sailboat
16 Route 31 Electrically charged particle
17 Via 32 Maritime refugees
18 Serviced 33 Tea-growing Indian state
20 Cotton Club setting 34 Inclines
22 Jamboree 37 Southern hemisphere constellation
23 Up 40 “He’d make a lovely corpse” (Dickens:
25 Intelligence agency “Martin Chuzzlewit”)
26 Not traded on a stock exchange 42 1,000%
28 Top guns 45 Kind of card
30 Ethnic 47 Artificially-colored
35 In favor 50 Went on the lam
36 Adeptness 54 Like Mayberry
38 State animal of Maine 56 Travel stamps
39 The Sultan of Swat 57 “I --- my wit’s end”
41 Talent seeker 58 Projecting part of the brain
43 Shuttle operator 59 Common fertilizer ingredient
44 Behaved 60 Shopping center
46 Wished 61 Height of Denver
48 Beat 63 Dull
49 Accidental dive 64 Sudden
51 Feeble 66 Employ
52 Some foreign Government heads
53 Except
55 Comic --- Martin
Solution on page 30
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 17Health Smart
The Benefits of Continuing to Travel as a Senior
As the saying goes, traveling is the only thing you buy Alaska Cruise
that makes you richer. And as a senior, you’ve earned your For a unique experience that does not require a pass-
time to travel. The world’s a beautiful place, and we all port, consider an Alaskan cruise. The word “epic” doesn’t
should see as much of it as we can in our lifetime. do America’s wild playground justice. Take an excursion
Best of all, there are many benefits of travel for se- and paddle among the whales or hike as bald eagles soar
niors. Add it to the list, among proper diet and exercise, above. Or just kick back and simply appreciate the chance
of keys to a long and healthy life. You may travel simply to be surrounded by wilderness and perhaps spot some
for enjoyment or the desire to do something different, but wildlife. This trip can be as active or relaxing as you
along the way, you’ll relieve day-to-day stress, meet new would like.
people, broaden your horizons, and improve your outlook National Parks
on life in general. No matter where you are on the outdoorsy spectrum —
Benefits of Travel from those who take in the Grand Canyon from up on the
Travel provides a path to a healthy aging process by rim to those who paddle through it on a raft, the wonders of
contributing to a longer life and more satisfying retirement. the US national parks system are accessible to visitors with
The benefits of travel for seniors include improvements a range of interests and physical abilities. And for $80.00,
to your mental, physical, and emotional health, which Americans ages 62 and older can purchase a lifetime senior
has been shown through extensive research. Studies have pass from the National Park Service. That is an unbeatable
found that: option for seniors on a budget.
• Travel keeps seniors moving and active often providing
Central Europe’s Rivers
more opportunities to move than staying at home. Older
River cruises have become one of the hotter senior
adults who are more physically active have lower rates
travel trends recently. They’re a great way for seniors to
of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and many
journey through scenic swathes of Germany, Austria, and
other diseases.
Hungary, via iconic waterways such as the Danube and
• Travel can increase confidence as senior travelers over- the Rhine. Itineraries often string together up-close views
come fears and leave their comfort zone. of bankside castles, vineyards, storybook villages, and
• According to Paul Nussbaum, Ph.D., ABPP, president showstopping cities, including Vienna and Budapest.
and founder of the Brain Health Center, Inc., “Be- Caribbean
cause it challenges the brain with new and different
If taking it easy is what you’re after, the Caribbean
experiences and environments, travel is an important
supplies an ideal setting, with its white sands, sky-blue
behavior that promotes brain health and builds brain
waters, and perfect weather. Those who have trouble get-
resilience across the lifespan.”
ting around might want to see the region via ocean cruise.
• One study found that women who vacationed every six All the major lines have worked to make their ships and
years or less had a significantly higher risk of develop- excursions more accessible for all passengers (if you have
ing a heart attack or coronary death compared to women specific needs, call ahead to let the cruise company know).
who vacationed at least twice a year.
Miami Beach
• Another study showed that men who did not take an an- Miami Beach is a well-known senior-friendly travel
nual vacation had a 20% higher risk of death and a 30% destination and for good reason. It has plenty to offer
greater risk of death from heart disease.
retirees, including warmth, sunshine, beautiful stretches
• Travel offers social benefits too. It can help you deepen of sand, and plenty of cultures. Beyond the picturesque
relationships with traveling companions and offers op- beachfront resorts, the city itself has a multitude of fantastic
portunities to meet new people as well. museums along with an abundance of shopping opportuni-
Get Going ties. The tropical oasis of the Fairchild Tropical Botanic
It is time to see the world. But where to go? While in- Garden, one of the country’s very best, is nearby as well.
dividual circumstances vary widely with regard to budget, Submitted by ReeKamenitz, RN
interests, and physical abilities, here are a few enticing Source:https://www.lifecareservices-seniorliving.com
destinations that are sure to spark your motivation to get
packing.
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22 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Quiz Whiz
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How well can you identify some of our favorite pasta dishes?
Answers on page 30
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 23Around Riviera
Phil Bruno, touching up caution step at entrance to tennis courts.
Jon Martino with his beautiful daughter, Chloe, visiting his
Just in case, making sure hydrant is working.
parents, Marie and Dennis Martino
The Riviera Men’s Club held their first luncheon of 2021 at the New Wine Restaurant in Barkley Square on Route 9 Freehold. Food
and service were given very good reviews. All were glad to be out and about and looking forward to the next planned event, bocce,
and horseshoes on Friday, May 14. Ed McDonald
24 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021Around Riviera
On the morning of May 6, resident Fran Katz came upon a truck at the entrance of Riviera with its cargo of hay on fire. Fran immediately
called 911 before snapping the above left photo. Susan Light, of the Management’s Office was extremely impressed how quickly the
Freehold Volunteer Fire Department and the Freehold Township Police responded. Rich Savitz (who used to be Jimmy Olsen on the
Ramblings staff) took the other three photos. We are happy to report no injuries occurred.
Uninvited guests.
Diane and Alan Cedar
awoke one morning to find
two or three fine feathered
friends on their patio.
It was reported that Alan was
heard shouting,
”Come back in November.”
may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 25News You Can Use 26 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021
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Our Book Club Meeting
On Monday evening, April 19, our Page Turners Book
Club gathered on “Zoom” for our monthly meeting. Our
selection was the book, Florence Adler Swims Forever, by
Rachel Beanland. Susan Aaron was our group discussion
leader. Set in Atlantic City in 1934, it is the story of a Jewish
family struggling to conceal the drowning of a cherished
daughter for fear that her pregnant sister will lose her
baby. The author writes of this tragic death and the secret
from the point of view of several of the main characters.
Based on a true story, this family saga allowed us the op-
portunity to have a very interesting discussion about how
far we should go to protect our loved ones, and also about
how people who face adversity can endure, move on, and
thrive even after tragedy.
We hope that some of our new residents will join us in
the future. If you would like more information about our
book club, please contact Marla Kaplan. On Monday, May
17, we will review the novel The Four Winds by Kristin
Hannah. This book has gotten terrific reviews.
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30 Riviera Ramblings, may 2021may 2021, Riviera Ramblings 31
Backyard
Critters
You can get great shots without going away on a By knowing your subject’s habits you can predict its
photography vacations. There are many thing to shoot movements and greatly increase your chance of getting
around your home and our state. I enjoy sitting in the a good shot. Using food to lure your subjects within
back yard, or shooting out a window, to capture some of range is very helpful, especially in backyard shots where
the wildlife in my yard. the animals are used to seeing people. Playing bird calls
Like any other wildlife photography your two main on your iPod or stereo will attract birds closer to give
weapons are patience and knowing your subject. A long you a good shot.
lens is also helpful, but not a must. That’s it for this month. As always you can send me
There’s no substitute for patience. Sitting quietly an email at bill@kirmsphotography.com. If you’d like
waiting for a good shot is the most important part of to see more of my images, visit my web site at www.
shooting animals. A comfortable seat or cushion can kirmsphotography.com. Keep shooting and trying to
make your wait more pleasant. The closer you are to improve your images, but most importantly, have fun
animals the more nervous they get, so you must sit very with your camera.
still. Move very slowly and as little as possible to lessen
the chances of scaring your subject.
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