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RENAISSANCE TIMES
OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE RENAISSANCE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Volume 25, Number 2 SECTION B FEBRUARY 2021
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RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-2
Garbage and Recycling: February
February 3 – Garbage and recycling
Fitness Center February 10 – Garbage
Restricted Use (Covid-19): Rules and Procedures
February 17– Garbage and recycling
At this time, use of the fitness center is restricted to residents
only—no guests are allowed at any time. Residents must have a signed February 24 - Garbage
waiver on file with the PMO.
The fitness center is currently open Monday through Friday, from
8:00 AM until 8:00 PM. The center is closed daily between 11:00 AM
and noon, and again between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM for
sanitizing/cleaning. [The room will also be sanitized/cleaned nightly, after
hours.]
The schedule allows for 10 one-hour sessions, with each session
limited to seven residents at one time. Residents may reserve only one
session per day. Residents in the same household may reserve the
same time-slot, providing there is room within the seven-person limit.
Use of the fitness center is by reservation only. Reservations
must be made one day in advance (Friday for Monday).Call the
clubhouse (732-657-2700) between the hours of 9:00 AM and noon,
weekdays only—no voicemails or emails. Reservations are accepted on
a first-come, first-served basis. You can make a difference
Residents must have a reservation to use the fitness center.
Arrive no earlier than five minutes before your scheduled time-slot. Enter
for our community!
the clubhouse via the door nearest the indoor pool (handicap access). A
security guard (“social ambassador”) will check/verify your reservation Ads Add Up!
and will follow the State-mandated procedures for COVID-19 (take your
The Renaissance Times needs help from residents in obtaining
temperature, ask you to answer three health-related questions). You are
required to wear a face mask, and to maintain social distancing while ads for the newspaper. Advertisements not only cover the
waiting to be checked in. entire cost of producing our newspaper and our annual
You also must show proof of ID, and you must sign in. You must directory—they also generate income for our Homeowners’
use hand-sanitizer (provided) before signing the logbook. Your signature
in the logbook affirms that you answered the questions truthfully. The
Jackson
Association, which helps
to keep our monthly fees down.
logbook record, required by the State, will be used for contact tracing,
should it become necessary. [Note: If you suspect exposure and/or if
you test positive for COVID-19, and you have used the fitness center,
Manchester
Do you know of any businesses (think of those you patronize)
that might place an ad in our paper?
please contact the community manager immediately
(Rob Marino:732-323-0222).Your identity will not be revealed.The
FS
For every ad that Smithville
is placed through Renaissance, our
Homeowners’ Association earns an extra commission.
information will be used for contact tracing only.]
In addition to handling entrance and sign-in procedures, the Contact our Papers
Advertising Manager,
security guard will also monitor the fitness room to ensure that residents
remain six feet apart, and that all machines/equipment are wiped down John Richards: 732-941-4364
after each use.
Residents must wear a mask (face covering) in the clubhouse, Thank you!
and at all times while in the fitness center.
Note:Restrooms and locker rooms are re-opened for use.
The above rules and procedures have been established
in compliance with State guidelines.
732-657-5700
Renaissance Bus Service
Do You Need a Ride?
A 25-passenger mini-bus, operated by Kingz Transportation
Company, makes weekly (Tuesday) door-to-door trips to the
supermarket and/or to other stores in the same location.
Priority List residents (those who cannot drive—written
documentation required) may reserve a seat on the bus
by calling the PMO between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM
on Monday’s (Friday if Monday is a holiday)
If seats remain, other residents also may reserve a seat.
Call the PMO on Monday between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
February 2021 Bus Schedule
Pick-up begins 9:00 AM
February 2: ShopRite (Manchester)
February 9: ShopRite (Brick)
732-657-5700
February 16: ShopRite (Manchester)
February 23: ShopRite (Brick)
Renaissance Book
RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-3
Discussion Club
By Susan Murphy
“Reading gives us someplace find the books on their own.]
to go when we have to stay where Meetings will be scheduled for
we are.” This quote from a second the second Thursday of the month at
grader in a class taught by a Miss 1:00 PM, via Zoom.
Johnson, somewhere, could never Our reading list this year is quite
be more appropriate than it was diverse, with fiction, non-fiction,
this past year. Reading provided an memoir, and suspense—something
Renaissance Photography Club escape from the relentless bad news
in 2020. Hopefully, there are better
for everyone!
The list below begins with the
By Bill Kirms times ahead! The Renaissance Book February 11, 2021 meeting:
The pandemic rolls on and ber included a paragraph about their Club would like to provide some of Born a Crime: Trevor Noah
our activities are still on hold. The image. This helped all members those better times, however brief, by Hillbilly Elegy: J. D. Vance
clubhouse continues to be closed to benefit from each other’s insights. reading a few good books. The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry:
nearly all activities and we have to All member images are posted to First, a little business: Henry Gabrielle Zevin
wait until April to play golf again. the internet. Our motto is, “Have fun Jorin has retired as leader of the Magpie Murders: Anthony Ho-
However, there is one club that is with your camera (or cell phone),” club, and Linda Yee moved to Penn- rowitz
still active: the Renaissance Photog- and fun is what we stress. While we sylvania. Our new Board consists of The Alice Network: Kate Quinn
raphy Club. are all trying to improve our images, co-chairs Joan DiLemme and Susan I’ll Be Gone in the Dark:Michelle
As with other clubs, RPC mem- we do not put too much emphasis on Murphy. McNamara
bers cannot meet at the clubhouse, the technical side of photography. For now, we are still unable to The Kind Worth Killing: Peter
and it’s too cold to meet outside. If you’d like to join or would gather for meetings. However, since Swanson
While we haven’t had a zoom meet- like more information, simply send Zoom has become so popular, we When Breath Becomes Air: Paul
ing, we are still finding ways to stay an email to rpc08759@gmail.com. are going to conduct our meetings Kalanithi
active and connected. Each month [I apologize to anyone who tried to online. We are allotted 20 books The Zookeeper’sWife: Diane
we are given an assignment of two email after reading last month’s ar- each month from the library con- Ackerman
topics to photograph. Members ticle. I inadvertently transposed the sortium. Every month, each member Pachinko: Min Jin Lee
email their images to the club for letters in the email address—typos is responsible for picking up and The Tuscan Child: Rhys Bowen
critique. The critiques and images are one of my strong points!] I look returning the book to the Manches-
are emailed to all members so we forward to many more Renaissance ter Library, where the books will be Please get in touch with us if
can learn from one another. residents joining our ranks. We are held for us. [Because of the 20-copy you are interested in learning more
Starting in January, each mem- 19 members strong and growing! limit, newer members will need to about our club.
I would trade all of my technology
for an afternoon with Socrates.
[Steve Jobs]
Are You Connected?
If the PMO has your email address, you are already receiving
notices about upcoming meetings and videos, coronavirus
updates, daily pickup/delivery offers and menus
from Café on the Green, and other timely information.
Ice and grass. Image by Ray Forse If you are not currently receiving these email messages,
it’s an easy fix: Just call the PMO (732-323-0222)
and provide your email address.
Be kind. Be honest. Work hard. Stay humble. Stay loyal.
Smile often. Travel when possible. Never stop learning.
Be thankful always. And…LOVE!
Snow falling in Renaissance. Image by Bill Kirms
Men’s Club Keeps Active
RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-4
By Bill Cook
First of all, wishes to all our to Covid, some may not be offering
members and their families, and the discounts shown.]
hopes for a very healthy New Year The Men’s Club also made
in 2021. $500.00 donations to Kevin’s Kids, Hello, Brooklyn
Although we may not be meet- to the food drive, and to the Ridge- Submitted by Marcia Sheehan
ing in person, your board has been way Fire Department.
active in planning for the coming As this year begins, we welcome “I thought 2020 would be the • Cammareri Bros. Bakery:
year. Thanks to your support for our our new treasurer, Joe Lovallo; and year I got everything I wanted. Now The bakery got its fame from its
Super 50-50, we will again be offer- we give a bountiful round of thanks I know 2020 is the year I appreciate prominent part of the story in the
ing five $1,000.00 scholarships to to our outgoing treasurer, Frank everything I had.” 1987 movie, Moonstuck, starring
grandchildren of our members who Dabice, who has served since 2014. We hope our Brooklyn Club Cher and Nicholas Cage. Sadly the
are currently high school seniors. According to our bylaws, Frank will members and fellow residents will 80-year-old bakery shuttered its
The application can be found on our remain on the Board as an advisory enjoy reading about Seven Famous doors in 2013.
website: http://renmensclub.com. member. Film Landmarks in Brooklyn: • Bedford-Stuyvesant: Spike Lee
Just click on the link on the opening The scheduling of some events • Hoyt-Schermerhorn Subway gave historically black Bedford-
page and you can print out the appli- for 2021 is still up in the air, but we Station: This is the subway express Stuyvesant its most iconic film
cation. Our website also features ad- do wish you could hold the date of station on the A, C and G lines, and treatment in his movie, Do the Right
ditional information about preferred October 2, 2021, for a benefit per- the disused track often appears in Thing. One block was recently chris-
services, discounts, and details on formance of the Jersey Chicks and films. The Warriors, Teenage Mu- tened, Do the Right Thing Way. One
our auto lease-purchase program. comedian Larry Donsky. The cost tant Ninja Turtles, and The Taking of the prominent places in the story
That program is open to all Renais- will be $15.00 per person and all of Pelham123 are the three most line was Sal’s Pizzeria. This had
sance residents. [Because of the loss profits benefit the veterans’ organiza- prominent ones. The setting itself been constructed for the movie and
many restaurants have suffered due tion, Fisher House. was used in Michael Jackson’s 1987 was torn down following the movie’s
music video for “Bad,” and also racially charged climax.
for “Weird Al” Yankovic’s parody, • Akeem’s Apartment: Coming
“Fat.” A 1987 proposal to rename to America was filmed in many
MMCSC Receives Performance the station in Jackson’s honor was Brooklyn locations. One of the most
resisted by the MTA. recognizable is Akeem’s apartment
Award and Foundation • Chase Manhattan Bank (on in Brooklyn. Also prominent is the
Prospect Park West, between 17th Elmhurst fast-food restaurant, where
Donation and 18th Avenues): Dog Day Af- Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall pose
ternoon, about a real-life hostage as students. It is a Wendy’s now.
Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (the situation, was filmed here. There is • Prospect Place: Thanks to the
hospital that has served Renaissance with on-site vaccinations not a whole lot to see at this loca- power of movie making, what is
and blood lab) recently was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety tion these days, but it is still one now (and what was in 1990) a row
Score by the Leapfrog Group, an independent national of Brooklyn’s most visited sites of of coveted Prospect Place brown-
nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health cinematic pilgrimage. stones, was turned into a ramshackle
benefits. Hospitals are graded twice per year, with the most • Bensonhurst Elevated Railway: Bushwick slum off the Myrtle J in
recent results announced on December 14. MMCSC is the only The most famous car chase in film the movie, Ghost.
hospital in the region to receive this highest rating for patient history was shot under this Sitwell The Brooklyn Club Board mem-
safety—and has done so for the past 12 consecutive rating Avenue line track, from Bay 50th to bers hope to see you all as soon as
periods.This award is especially notable, given the unparalleled 86th. Fun fact about this ‘70s clas- we’re able to meet again. Mean-
challenges presented by the pandemic during this past year.
sic, The French Connection: a traffic while, stay safe, wear masks, have
In response to the pandemic, OceanFirst Bank and
jam scene on the Brooklyn Bridge positive thoughts. The light at the
OceanFirst Foundation has donated $50,000 to RWJBarnabas
earlier in the film was shot without end of the tunnel is getting brighter.
Health (RWJBH), the largest academic health care system in
New Jersey, to support the hospital system’s COVID-19 relief permission.
efforts.Specifically, the donation will be directed towards Ocean
County hospitals, Community Medical Center in Toms River
and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood,
where COVID-19 activity has remained at high Folks are usually about as happy as
levels.Foundation Board members are hopeful that the monies they make their minds up to be.
will provide the necessary resources to meet the challenges of
[Abraham Lincoln]
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Dining Out
Nowadays, going out for a bite to eat involves a number of
safety precautions. With the cold weather, dining al fresco
is seriously limited, and indoor dining has requirements
and restrictions. These days, dining out is a very different
experience from what we’ve known before.
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Go for the Gold! NATURE
The Eagle and the Coot
By Bill Kirms
There is a magical place in the coot would run between the legs
New Mexico that I have had the of the cranes. As the eagle came
Renaissance fortune of photographing several
times. Bosque del Apache National
close, the cranes would confront the
eagle and the coot was saved. After
Olympics
Wildlife Reserve is about an hour a half hour or so and many failed
south of Albuquerque. It’s along the attempts, the eagle flew off to rest
migration route for sandhill cranes in a nearby tree.
and snow geese. They arrive at However, once the eagle had
Bosque in November and stay until rested, the hunt continued. As be-
February. fore, the coot would run between
Mark your calendar now! During this time, there are ap- the legs of the cranes and be saved.
proximately 20,000 sandhill cranes The eagle was more desperate this
and 400,000 snow geese. They feed time and swooped even closer to the
September 19-26, 2021 on the corn that the rangers have
planted for them. Bosque is also
cranes. The cranes would jump into
the air and thrust their feet towards
home to many hawks, eagles, ducks, the eagle. It was an old-fashioned
and other waterfowl. It is a nature Bosque dog fight! Again the eagle
Sixteen Competitions! photographer’s paradise. tired and flew off. This time it did
The cranes and geese sleep in the not stop in the tree, but decided it
shallow ponds, which freeze over- didn’t want coot for breakfast that
East vs. West night. In the morning, the sun thaws day, after all.
the ice and they all head for the corn Dramas like this play out ev-
fields. At times, several hundred will ery day in nature. It is the simple
Everyone can participate! blast off the surface at once. It is an struggle of life and death for wild
amazing spectacle to witness! animals. I’m certain that some days
One year, an immature bald the coot is not so fortunate. I felt
Check this paper in the coming months eagle arrived before all the cranes privileged to have photographed
for more information.... were gone. The eagle was trying to this scene. To see it from a distance
catch a coot, a small duck-like bird is wonderful, but to have it play
that runs across the surface of the out close enough to photograph is
water at a fairly good speed. Each something truly special. It is an ex-
time the eagle would swoop down, perience I will never forget.
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The Ballroom
Through th
By Karen
Thanks to the wonderful and enthu- Ballroom dancing
siastic leadership of Teri and Fred Pen- soul, and it helps the m
nacchio, our club co-presidents—they remain in shape. The fri
are professional dance instructors—many grown among the club
determined Renaissance residents have strong—even though C
learned how to fox trot, waltz, tango, aged to keep us apart.
swing, rumba, salsa, cha-cha, hustle, and Sincere gratitude an
so much more. Teri and Fred and the
Professional dance instructors:Tom, Teri, Fred, and Karen
Gerry and Vinnie Casablanca,enjoying while learning
Co-presidents: Fred and Teri Pennacchio
Annie and Jerry sl
Sid is serenaded by Dottie: “Hey, Big
Spender!” Josephine and John Ousta, dancing
the fox trot
Club members, p
Practice makes perfect!
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Dancing Club
he Years....
n Preziosi
g is great for the tee, consisting of Karen Preziosi, Tom
mind and the body Cici, Diane Kish, Janet Boyer, and Linda
iendships that have Abramson. We look forward to the time
b members remain when our weekly lessons and socials will
Covid-19 has man- resume. Meanwhile, we urge you to “keep
on dancing!” The kitchen or living room
nd appreciation to is always a good place to practice!
eir dance commit-
Ruth Curry and Jack Healy
Showcase Dancers: June 2017
A sweet memory: celebrating Jeannette’s
low dancing: 2018 birthday
Linda and Ron know all the dances!
Karen Preziosi and Joe Pepe, demonstrating
the waltz: 2019
past and present
Earl and Janet Boyer enjoying the music
RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-10
Pet Scoop
Living with Two Blind Dogs A Tribute to Gracie
By Bernice Bailine Castoral By Frank Kelly
Gracie was the rescue dog be- of her days in style and comfort.
I have been rescuing dogs for down—she was only four—and I longing to our son and his wife (Pat They bought their first home in
several years, and while I knew that would not give her back, so I agreed and Margie). They rescued Gracie in West Orange, with Gracie giving
they usually come with medical is- to the surgery. mid-March from a shelter on Long her approval. What was there not to
sues, this was a first for me.... My first thoughts were,“What is Island in the midst of the pandemic. like about being in her own home,
My most recent rescue, Peggy, a she going to look like without eyes? Both had been working in New York chasing squirrels while off-leash,
Parson Russell Terrier, was rescued How is she going to manage? Would City, but then began to work from and encountering lots of deer? Gra-
from a hoarding situation with 188 Daphane have a hard time dealing home like most commuters. Gracie cie also ran on the beach at Asbury
other terriers. Peggy came to me with her?” wasted no time in stealing both Park and hung out at the Wonder
blind in one eye, with three paws. I found a great support group, their hearts. She was house-trained Bar Yappy Hour. She rode boats
Despite all her handicap issues, Owners of Blind Dogs, and I became and showed an immediate desire to on Lake Erie and Lake Hopatcong.
she was fun-loving and appeared educated very quickly as to what to please her new parents. Pat and Mar- She hiked trails all over New Jer-
unhindered by her deficits. Two expect after surgery, and beyond. I gie quickly informed the shelter that sey, and she swam in the Hudson.
years down the road, Peggy started learned that I should not move any they planned to keep her. Gracie also She had spa days, as well as lots of
to have a small discharge from her furniture in the house, the dog’s bonded with us and with Jackson, cuddles at every turn. She appeared
good eye, and I learned that she bed, or the dog’s feeding bowls. I our rescue, and both dogs enjoyed in numerous Zoom calls while Pat
was going blind. I was devastated. also learned that dogs are more re- hiking with me. was working from home. She visited
My other dog, Daphane, also had sourceful than we might think. The Gracie’s history is murky. She pumpkin farms. She helped pick out
problems with her eyes. She had surgeon explained that Peggy’s nose was a seven-year-old mixed breed their Christmas tree. She was treated
corneal ulcers that caused her to and ears would replace her eyesight. dog who came from Miami. Clearly, to the best food and treats—which
become totally blind. How would To get Peggy to follow me, I found she had been mistreated and was in were never refused. She overdosed
Peggy, Daphane, and I manage our that clapping my hands and calling so-so physical condition. Shortly af- on Thanksgiving turkey, but she en-
day-to-day life? her name repeatedly helps to lead ter adoption, Gracie displayed signs joyed every morsel. We had an early
Unfortunately, I discovered her to where I want her to go. I try of an ailment. A vet confirmed the Christmas gift exchange just for
that this was not my only problem. not to startle the dogs, and I call their worst: She had terminal colorectal Gracie. Pat and Margie had vowed
Peggy’s eyes were causing her great names before approaching. Walking cancer. He suggested they return her to keep her alive until Christmas.
pain. The surgeon explained that “it them together also gives them com- to the shelter. Thankfully, however, And they succeeded.
is like having a massive migraine, fort and support. Pat and Margie ignored him. They Sadly, the inevitable end came.
non-stop.” The only way to relieve Patience and love are all I need found a more compassionate vet, Many tears were shed, but we knew
the pain would be enucleation (re- to live with two blind dogs. I already who confirmed prior findings and it was the right decision. The loss
moval) of both eyes. I was dumb- gained their trust by rescuing them, wisely counseled them as to their is still very real. Truly, she gave us
founded, and at a complete loss as so they know I will do no harm. options. so much more love and joy than we
to what to do. I could not put her Pat and Margie decided they could possibly give her. Godspeed,
would do everything they could to Gracie, and thanks for the warm
ensure that Gracie lived out the rest memories.
This morning I saw a neighbor talking to her
cat. It was obvious she thought the cat Gracie loved cuddling
understood her. I came into my house and told
my dog. We laughed a lot.
[AARP Bulletin, December 2020] Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.National Dog Biscuit Day
RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-11
By Sandra Quasarano
[Source: https://nationaltoday.com/national-dog-biscuit-day]
February 23: a day to spoil your pieces and distributed to dogs at
pooch with a special treat, for this Joplin’s Humane Society.
is National Dog Biscuit Day, also On National Biscuit Day, reward
known as Dog Biscuit Appreciation your faithful companion’s good be-
Day. So, bring out those dog bis- havior with a few extra dog biscuits.
cuits—offer a delicious biscuit, and Just keep in mind that experts note
your dog will gladly forgo a tummy- that a dog’s snacks should only make
scratching or a game of catch. I know up 10% of their daily calorie intake, In Renaissance, we’re dog-friendly and people-friendly.
that mine do. or they risk becoming overweight.
The origins of National Dog Bis- However, since this is a special day, Walkers are everywhere.
cuit Day are unclear, but the history you can make an exception! Go Please be considerate of your neighbors, and of the children
behind the creation of dog biscuits shopping and pick up your dog’s and other visitors who are “out and about.”
is interesting. Up until the 1800s, favorite biscuits—or, if you feel
bread was a common snack for ca- ambitious make some homemade Dogs should always be on a leash
nines. The first biscuits date back to dog biscuits. and should be walked in the street near the curb.
the 1820s, when an English butcher Homemade biscuits can be
If your dog has a “call of nature,” make sure you have some
tried a new recipe for biscuits.When healthier for your pet, as you can
they turned out to be terrible, he gave control what ingredients are used in
type of bag/container so you can pick up
the biscuits to his dog— who loved them; they also cost less. Personally, and leave the area clean.
them. Subsequently, in 1828, dog I enjoy baking homemade biscuits
biscuits were produced on a small for my dogs, adding peanut butter, Good doggy manners make for happy neighbors!
scale in England. banana, apple, or cranberry. Ciena
Then, in 1860, James Spratt trav- likes all the cookies, but Chewy’s
eled from his native Ohio to England favorite is peanut butter. Of course,
to produce the first large-scale manu- they will never pass up a store-
facture of dog biscuits. It was not bought biscuit, such as a Milk-Bone,
until 1907 that dog biscuits appeared for they do love their treats.
in America for the first time. They In recognition of this special
were in the shape of a bone, which holiday for dogs, I would like to
remains popular to this day. A fun dedicate this story to the memory of
fact, recorded by Guinness World Lacey (aka “Lu Lu”), one of two pre-
Records: In 2011, Hampshire Pet cious pets that we lost in 2013. Lacey
Products in Joplin, Missouri marked (pictured) and her companion, Satch,
its 10th anniversary by producing loved my homemade dog biscuits. Put Your Flyer in the Paper!
the world’s largest dog biscuit. The As the old saying goes, “a picture is
19-foot-long biscuit, which weighed worth a thousand words.” Events advertised in flyers must be open to all residents.
617 pounds, was broken into smaller
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RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-12
Book Review of the War
By Jeanne Pauly
Book Review:The Lions of Susan Meissner’s book, The an end, it would still bring more
Fifth Avenue Last Year of the War, is a poignant
story of hope, love, and the bonds of
destruction.
Life was irrevocably changed. In
By Jeanne Pauly friendship. It touches upon a topic WWII, over 100,000 Japanese dis-
rarely spoken about, internment sidents and American citizens were
Fiona Davis writes novels set degree, for reasons that would later camps, an often-overlooked piece interned in camps across the country.
in historical buildings. The Lions of be disclosed. She did, however, of American history. The novel What I found even more surprising
Fifth Avenue is no exception. Her become a famous essayist. A paral- begins in 2010, with 81-year-old was that 15,000 American citizens
vivid descriptions of the library will lel story takes place in 1993, and Elise Sontag facing the prospect of of German and Italian descent were
have you adding a library visit to features the granddaughter of Laura Alzheimer’s and looking back on among the interred. This novel
your bucket list. Lyons, Sadie Donovan. Sadie, coin- her life. She attempts to re-connect resonates with me as I think of the
Many of us in Renaissance are cidentally, is a library administrator, with a person she cared most about thousands of children and would-be
from the New York metropolitan curating the Berg Collection of Rare during a difficult time for her, the immigrants held in detention camps
area and are familiar with the beau- Books; she is hoping to be named time spent in an internment camp in today. Meissner provides a look into
tiful New York City Public Library permanent curator. Both storylines Crystal City, Texas. the lives that those interred led in
on Fifth Avenue—or, at least, with have similar aspects: there is strong It was 1943, and 14-year-old the camps, and the lives they led
the iconic lions that flank the front character development, valuable Elise Sontag was a teenager, living a when the families were repatriated
entrance (their names are Patience books are stolen, and the careers of normal life in Iowa with her parents to a country they knew little about.
and Fortitude). But I wonder how both characters are threatened by and her brother. Her German-born The children in Baker’s novel were
many know that there is a large, the thefts. We learn more about each father had been a legal citizen of born in the United States and didn’t
seven-room apartment in the li- character as we see how they address the United States for two decades, speak the German language. Elise’s
brary’s mezzanine.In fact, for its these problems. when he was arrested on suspicion story, which alternates between the
first 25 years, the library was home In 1993, as Sadie investigates of being a German sympathizer and past and the present, is a compelling
to the Thornberry family—Patrick, the current thefts from the Berg Col- sent to an internment camp. His fam- historical read. While heartbreak-
an Irish immigrant who served as lection, the mystery of the past theft ily soon followed him; and so, the ing at some points, the story is also
building superintendent; his wife, causes her concern. Has the web of story begins. beautiful. I think it will hold your
Rose; their daughter, Rose Mary; and her grandparents’ lives entrapped It was there in the camp that interest, and you may just learn a
Rose’s younger brother, Terrance. Sadie to fail and lose the job of her Elise met her life-long friend, a Jap- thing or two about this period of our
This fictionalized version of life in dreams? Or can she solve both mys- anese-American girl, Mariko Inoue. history. Enjoy the journey.
the library rings true; and the main teries? Still reeling from a difficult The story, told from Elise’s point “We do not become different
character’s surname, Lyons, appears divorce, Sadie finds herself to be a of view, comes full circle through people as we age, we just add layers
to be a nod to the library lions. suspect in the thefts—as was her her life, and her move to Germany, of experience onto who we already
In the novel, a series of book grandfather, Jack Lyons, in 1913. which brought even more tension. are.” Susan Meissner
thefts creates the tension and drives While Sadie’s investigation leads to Although the war was coming to
the storyline. First set in 1913, Jack some unwelcome truths about her
Lyons, the superintendent of the own family, these truths will shed
New York Public Library, lived there new light on the biggest tragedy in
with his wife, Laura, and their chil- the library’s history.
dren, Pearl and Harry. Along with For those of you who love a
Racism is still with us. But it is up to us
the beautiful apartment, they had good mystery, you will find Fiona
access to the entire library. Laura, Davis’s story-telling style engaging
to prepare our children for what they will have to meet;
who was somewhat of a rebel in and enjoyable. And you might just and, hopefully, we shall overcome.
her day, attended Columbia School learn something, as I did, about what [Rosa
Place Parks] A
in Section
of Journalism, but failed to get her it might be like to live in a library.
There is no limit to the amount of good you can do if
you don’t care who gets the credit.
[Ronald Reagan]
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a book you’ve read,
a restaurant you’ve enjoyed,
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There’s nothing like a good book! or an experience you’ve had with
Coronavirus restrictions don’t apply to reading—you can a club or activity here in Renaissance or nearby.
be an armchair traveler, escape to another place or time,
Interview a fellow resident who is an exemplary
solve a mystery, learn something new, or feed your soul.
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Pastries, Pies, and Cookie Trays
6”-$6.99 & 10”-$13.99
OLD FASHIION APPLE PIE MINI SFOGLIATELLE $1.99
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TIRAMISU $12.99
OLD FASHION STRAWBERRY PIE
PUMPKIN PIE
BUTTER COOKIES $10.99 PER POUND
2 POUND COOKIE BOX $21.98
Drivers: Please Read—and Heed!
LEMON MERINGUE
1 POUND COOKIE TRAY 11.49 The stop sign at the entrance onto Renaissance Boulevard,
PECAN PIE* and the stop sign at the exit onto (or straight across) Wilbur
1 € POUND TRAY $16.99
KEY LIME PIE Avenue both require extra caution. Why? At both of these
CHOC CREAM PIE 2 POUND COOKIE TRAY $22.99 intersections, cars are coming from all directions.
APPLE CRUMB PIE 3 POUND COOKIE TRAY $34.99 You may have right of way, but it is very (very!) dangerous
APPLE WALNUT PIE 5 POUND COOKIE TRAY $59.99 to assume that other drivers will yield!
BLUEBERRY CRUMB PIE 7 POUND COOKIE TRAY $81.99 Remember that every stop sign requires a full stop before
CHERRY CRUMB PIE ASK ABOUT CUSTOM PASTRY proceeding. To ensure that no one gets injured—or ticketed—
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2021 PAC MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
The Performing Arts Club welcomes performers to partake and members to enjoy.
2021 Schedule of Performances
Rank the shows below from 1 (most-preferred) to 4 (least-preferred), using each number once.
Your rankings will govern the ticket distribution process for each show. For any show, those members with
a lower number ranking will select their seats before all members with a higher number ranking.
( )May - Ooops! 2, The Dreaded Sequel ( ) Oct. - The Female Odd Couple
( )July - Hee Haw Comes to Renaissance ( )Dec. - Happy Holidays
Renaissance Your Name _________________________________________________
Olympics
You may pick up no more than 4 tickets (including your own) on ticket distribution days. If it happens that
tickets can’t be used, they must be returned to PAC for redistribution.
Detach and keep the top portion of this form for your reference on show information. Watch Channel 22,
check the Renaissance Times and/or your email inbox for the latest information on ticket distribution
dates, times, and locations, as well as any updates on shows or supplemental PAC activities.
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Bigger and better than ever! Fill out and submit this half of the form. Please print clearly and use an additional sheet of paper for
additional household members. Repeat below the show rankings that you selected above. Also indicate if
you anticipate participating as a performer and/or a volunteer.
Mark your calendar: Member #1 Member #2
Name: __________________________________Name:_______________________________________
September 19 - 26, 2021 Email___________________________________Email________________________________________
Check those that apply to Member #1: Check off those that apply to Member #2:
East vs West _____ Performer
_____ Volunteer
_____ Performer
_____ Volunteer
Sixteen Competitions! ( ) May ( ) July ( ) October
Submit completed forms, along with a check payable to RHA (NO CASH), to Myra Klein at 10 Moet Court.
( ) December
Everyone can participate!
Annual dues are $15.00 per year for each member. Each member is entitled to one ticket for each of the four shows
presented each year. Members are also entitled to bring a non-resident guest to shows at a cost of $5.00 per show,
payable by check to RHA at the time of ticket distribution for that show.
Name on check: __________________________________________________ Check # ___________ Amount __________ Date __________________
Go for the Gold!RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-14
RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-15
[Please note: The indoor pool is currently closed due to Covid-19]
Renaissance Indoor Pool Pool / Whirlpool / Sauna
Hours of Operation Rules and Regulations
Residents and Adult Guests
5:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Daily, Year-round
Guests must be accompanied by a resident member
at all times when using any of the pool facilities.
Children
[Due to COVID-19, the indoor pool is currently closed]
Day after Labor Day through day before Memorial Day:
Weekends and Manchester School Holidays Only Indoor Pool Regulations
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to change these policies at any time. Interpretation
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM is solely at the discretion of the Board, Property Management, and the Pool Committee chair.
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Children and other guests must be accompanied
(except Monday and Wednesday) by a resident member at all times.
Lifeguards will be on duty during Once the outdoor pool is closed for the season, children are permitted in the indoor
pool only on weekends and Manchester school holidays.
children’s swim hours.
Children are not permitted in the pool area during restricted hours.
[“Children” are defined as anyone under the age of 18.]
The pool is not open to children on
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day,and New Year’s Day. The pool is not open to children on Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
[no lifeguard on duty] [No lifeguard on duty]
Children under the age of three (3) are not permitted in the indoor pool. Badges/Passes
Children must be accompanied by a resident member at all times. Four (4) seasonal guest badges are permitted per household at a charge of $5.00 per
Children may never use the hot tub or sauna. badge. Lost badges will not be replaced during the current season.
One-time-use passes are available for a charge of $10.00 per packet of 10. Lost
passes will not be replaced during the current season. No refunds for unused passes.
To enter the pool area, everyone must show a badge/pass.
The Board of Trustees and their appointed representative(s)
reserve the right to adjust pool hours at their discretion.
[2019-2020] General Rules
1) Children under the age of three (3) are not permitted in the indoor pool.
2) Children using the pool must be potty-trained. No diapers (children or adult) are
permitted in the pool. This includes ‘Pampers,’ ‘Depends,’ or other brands of similar
construction.
3) Proper swimming attire is required for bathers. Persons wearing cut-offs, jeans,
playsuits, tennis shorts, etc., will not be allowed in the pool.
4) No eating anywhere within the pool area.
5) No alcoholic beverages anywhere within the pool area.
6) No glass containers of any kind anywhere within the pool area.
7) No smoking anywhere within the pool area.
8) Persons exhibiting signs of being under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any other
judgment-altering substance shall be prohibited from entering the pool areas.
9) Bathers must shower before entering the pool.
10) No diving or jumping into the pool.
11) Absolutely no running within the pool area. Rough play (pushing, wrestling) or any
activity causing undue disturbance will not be permitted within the pool area.
12) No water guns, spraying toys, or water balloons in the pool or within the pool area.
13) Ball-playing is permitted in the pool during children’s swim hours, but only with balls
supplied by the Association.
14) No boogie boards, rafts, floats, or large tubes in the pools—except for safety devices
(e.g., arm-swimmies/vests) sanctioned by the Coast Guard or other recognized
marine authority. Physically challenged persons may use appropriate flotation
devices. Any exceptions to this rule will be determined by the lifeguard on duty,
whose decision shall be final.
15) No pets anywhere within the pool area.
16) Persons exhibiting signs of illness or having open wounds or sores will not be
allowed to enter the pool, hot tub, or sauna.
17) Bathing is prohibited during an electrical storm.
18) If a lifeguard is not on duty, no one under the age of 18 may enter the pool.
19) Children may never use the hot tub or saunas.
20) All persons using the pool, hot tub, or sauna do so at their own risk. The RHOA, the
Pool Management Company, and/or their designee or agent will NOT be responsible
for any accident, personal injury, damage to property, or loss of property.
21) Residents and guests are encouraged NOT to bring valuables into the pool area.
22) The Pool Management Company or its designee/agent shall close the pool facility at
any time when in their judgment a hazardous, dangerous or unsafe condition exists
(mechanical failure, electrical storm, etc.).
23) No one is allowed to enter the pool area when it is closed.
Failure to observe these rules and regulations, or failure to obey
the lifeguard on duty,may result in suspension of pool privileges.
[Effective 2020]
Note: The indoor pool
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is closed at this time.RENAISSANCE TIMES FEBRUARY 2021 PAGE B-16 ads-146
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