October

2016
IMPORTANT OCTOBER SCHEDULE CHANGES
Please mark your calendar to reflect these important closing and early lunch dates.
October 3-4 - CLOSED FOR ROSH HASHANA
October 5 - PICKUP LUNCH FOR FAST OF GEDALIAH AT 1:15 PM
October 11 - EARLY LUNCH AT 12:15 PM
October 12 - CLOSED FOR YOM KIPPUR
October 17-18 - CLOSED FOR SUCCOS
October 19-20 - EARLY LUNCH AT 12:15 PM
October 24-25 - CLOSED FOR SUCCOS
October 30 - SUNDAY PICKUP LUNCH AT 10:30 AM
Dear Friends,
Tai Chi with Julio settles into its newly scheduled time slot on Thursdays, October 6th - 27th at 2 pm.
(Please note that on October 20th, class will begin at 1:30 pm.)
Nans Friday Yoga Classes convene October 7th - 28th at 11 am.
Join us for a special Italian-American themed Columbus Day Concert, featuring Claremont Strings
and Ensembles, on Monday, October 10th at 2 pm.
Dont miss our annual Succah Party, featuring live music by Moriah Music Man, Cantor Eric S.
Freeman, on Thursday, October 20th at our scheduled early lunch time of 12:15 pm. The dining
room will be open if you prefer to eat indoors, but if you want to join us al fresco in the Succah,
please sign up with Ruthy so that we can save you a seat. As always, please sign in that day in the
main hall before proceeding to the succah.
Ruthys Laugh Caf will be open on Wednesday, October 26st at 2:45 pm.
Celebrate our October birthdays at our Birthday Party on Thursday, October 27th. If you are an
October baby, come to the office earlier this month to be photographed for the slideshow!
Moriah will be open for a PICKUP LUNCH on Sunday, October 30th at 10:30 am.
Our Book Club will discuss The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper on Monday, October 31st at 2 pm.
This months Chair Massage will be held on Monday, October 31st at 1:50 pm. Register in the office
to secure your appointment slot.
Heads up for early November: Just in time for the open enrollment period, on Tuesday,
November 1st at 2 pm, Eric Hausman returns once again to brief us on all the important Medicare
changes and issues for 2017.

Moriah thanks the following people for their generous donations to our Center:

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Ashenberg in honor of Shirley Auslanders birthday

Mrs. Ilse Gruenspecht on the birth of twin great-grandchildren
Mrs. Margot Wortsman on the birth of a great-grandson
Mr. & Mrs. Isfried Neuhaus in honor of their grandsons bar mitzvah
Mrs. Mary Stiefel in memory of Norbert and Helen Hellmann

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Mrs. Inge Katzman
Ms. Janet Diaz-Arias
Mr. Herbert Harwitt
Mrs. Ilse Stern

Shuli Gutmann, Director

Chani Hilewitz, Bookkeeper

Ruthy Feigenbaum, Program Assistant

Moriah is funded by the NYC Department for the Aging and your generous contributions.

A project of Agudath Israel of America, Community Services Inc.

A Message From The Director

The State of the Center

This October marks the end of my eighteenth year in service to the seniors of Washington
Heights and Inwood and six years as your Director. I cannot believe how the time has flown.
I feel so close to each and every one of you. You are truly my extended family. As in previous
years lets review our year together and smile.
Our meals continue to be the highlight of the Center, with nutritious, varied and fresh lunches
prepared with love by our own Yehuda Levy. Do you know that we 20% overserved our
contracted meal units this past year?
Our Crafts Program produces high quality results that our clients are proud to wear, use and gift. From beading to
origami napkin folding to crocheted scarves and decorated photo frames - our projects continue to be in high demand.
Our Wellness Program just keeps growing and growing! We continue to be grateful for the generous additional funding
from the Allen Hospital which funds our Zumba, Nutrition/Cooking classes, and a portion of our Massage therapy
sessions. We hired a new Tai Chi instructor this year to rave reviews. Of course, Walking Club, Pilates, Fit n Fun, and
Yoga continue to be offered on a regular basis. In order to explore alternate paths to wellness, weve held more
Feldenkrais classes, Aromatherapy workshops and explored Acupuncture after 60. We also added two well-received
evidence based wellness activities - A Matter of Balance and Walk with Ease. Keeping our seniors healthy and active is
a top priority at Moriah!
With the help of generous funding by Gemiluth Chessed of Greater New York, weve been able to run a fairly robust Trip
Program again this year. We have visited the famous Woolworth Building Lobby, the Space Shuttle Pavilion at the
Intrepid, and a special The Sky Tonight Live at the Planetarium of the Hudson River Museum. Just last month we
explored Alexander Hamiltons historic home. More trips are already in the works!
The Centers Parties and Concerts are not to be missed. Our musical entertainment debuts an eclectic range of styles,
and this years concerts included a flute/harp duo, a woodwinds quintet and a string trio. We have another string quartet
due this month! The Choir of KAJ entertained at our Thanksgiving Luncheon, and our Chanukah Party featured a five
foot balloon menorah. Our Pre-Purim Masquerade and Juggling Show was the highlight of the year with an Egyptian
theme that transported us to sand and sphinxes. Our always patriotic July 4th party was also a star-spangled affair. All
this is in addition to our wonderful in-house Music Man, Cantor Eric S. Freeman, who in addition to providing musical
entertainment at many of our functions, runs our monthly Music Mondays. This summer he extended his repertoire and
introduced a very well-received Opera in the a.m. series.
Two new programs joined our flourishing schedule this year - Ruthys Laugh Caf where seniors come to share a cup of
tea and a bit of humor, and our English as a Second Language Class. Of course, Aromatherapy continues.
Our Book Club Discussion Group is currently reading its 57th selection. As always, free loaner copies of all books
discussed are available in the Moriah office.
160 eligible seniors received a $20 Farmers Market Coupon Booklet at the Center to help defray the high cost of fresh
produce.
As in past years, Moriah coordinated a Free Flu Clinic at the Center last month. Nearly 100 seniors had the opportunity
to receive the vaccine in a safe, convenient and familiar environment.
I must tell you that it is only because Moriahs amazing staff makes everything LOOK easy, that Moriah has risen to this
high level of service. What would Moriah be without Chani? On a daily basis, she steps out of the confines of her job
description to pitch in at every opportunity, lending her unparalleled organizational skills and astute viewpoint to all facets
of the Center.
Clients are taken in by Ruthys warmth and discretion in addressing a myriad of issues. They are drawn to the care she
takes and the personal touch she brings to resolving their problems. Ruthy is proficient in finding all eligible benefits due
to our clients. Feel free to approach Ruthy and let her assist YOU!
And lets not forget all of YOU! Your thoughtful input, gentle encouragement, generous donations and warm expressions
of appreciation touch our hearts and spur us on. Heres to another wonderful year ahead!
Looking forward to greeting you personally at the Center and partnering with you in its continued growth,

Shuli Gutmann

Come celebrate

COLUMBUS DAY
with an Italian American program performed by

CLAREMONT STRINGS & ENSEMBLES

This celebration of the discovery of the New
World will include classical music by Italian
composers and instrumental versions of opera
music, folk music, pop songs and film songs by
Italians and Italian-Americans.

CLAREMONT STRINGS & ENSEMBLES

presents

From Venice with Love

and will entertain in celebration of
Columbus Day with music showing the important
cultural contribution of Italy.

Monday, October 10
Lunch at 1:15 pm
Concert at 2:00 pm

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Thursday, October 20th at 12:15 pm
Register in the Office
Sign in at 90 Bennett Avenue
Lunch in the Succah
(Dining hall will be open for those who
would rather eat indoors)

Book club
Discussion
Group
Come join the group on Monday, October 31st at 2 pm,
as we discuss Phaedra Patricks historical novel,

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

"Phaedra Patrick understands the soul. Eccentric, charming, and

wiseThe Curious Charms is not just for those who are mourning
over love or the past. This book will illuminate your heart." Nina
George, New York Times bestselling author of The Little Paris
Bookshop
In this poignant and curiously charming debut, a lovable widower
embarks on a life-changing adventure .

Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets

out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his
wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks
and mustard sweater vest, waters his fern, Frederica, and
heads out to his garden.
But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam's death, something changes. Sorting
through Miriam's possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he's
never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that
takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out
the truth about his wife's secret life before they meta journey that leads him to
find hope, healing and self-discovery in the most unexpected places.
Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible
flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a joyous celebration of life's
infinite possibilities.
Register in the office and receive a library copy for
advance reading.
See what everybody has been reading
and join in the discussion!

MEDICARE UPDATE

Medicare Update 2017

Come to hear about the latest information
on changes and choices in Medicare for
2017, including:
Medigap/Medicare

Supplement Insurance
Medicare Advantage/Medicare Health Plans
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage

Get your Medicare questions answered.

Moriah Senior Center
90 Bennett Avenue
Tuesday, November 1st
2:00 pm
Presented by Eric Hausman, an independent consultant specializing in Medicare education and training. He has conducted
hundreds of Medicare presentations since 1998 on all aspects of Medicare and related insurance, both to groups of people with
Medicare and to professionals. Over the last ten years, he has served as the lead trainer for the HIICAP program in New York
State, providing training and technical assistance to Medicare counselors throughout the state.

Ana Agrest
Natalia Anikushina
Esther Aroche
Valentina Arzunyan
Lillian Bannister
Halyna Barna
Rachel Basker
Alodia Benitez
Julieta Bernabe
Basilisa Bravo
Janice Bruce
Rebecca Bulman
Martha Calderon
Dorothy Chaboty
Glynda Davis
Jaime Dizon
Angelica Dubon
Erwin Eichhorn
Freddy Estrella
Eleonor Feldbrand
Jane Felder-Reischer

Tauba Frants
Irene Garcia
Maria Garcia
Celestina Gaviria
Alicia Gomez De Olmos
Alicia Gonzalez
Marshall Goodman
Bertha Gruenspecht
Ismael Gutierrez
Florinda Guillen
Elliott Gutman
Tera Haynes
Graciela Hierro
Hillel Himmel
Zofia Janicka
Rafael Jimenez
Rafaela Jimenez
Nikolaos Kalabakas
Esfir Kalyuskaya
Bella Khaimova
Theodoros Kokkinis

Rose Koushakjian
Xiuhua Liu
Sheila Loftus
Florence Lustig
Myrta Malave
Khava Malyukova
Marcos Marinez
Maria Marvez
Vianela Matos
Jirina Meixner
Miladys Mella
Brunilda Mendez
Manfred Meyer
Marsha Meyer
Gerardo Miraz
Antonia Morales
Francisca Morales
Deborah Morgan
Morton Orentlicher
Helen Pinsley
Ronny Raphael

Sofiy Rakhman
Brigida Reyes
Teresa Reyes
Johanna Richard
Tehilla Rieser
Flerida Rivera
Jose Rivera-Guzman
Maria Rodriguez
Linda Salomon
Maria Sarnelli
Fayna Shapiro
Rena Shaw
Rebecca Smothers
Annabella Steiger
Sidney Strauss
Gloria Tavernier
Jannie Timkovsky
Sonia Verville
Raisa Voll
Audrey Young

We Welcome Our New Members!

Ms. Dina Mashkit

Ms. Sue Turner

Mr. Jim Dyer

Mr. Nikolaos Kalabakas

Mrs. Nancy Jimenez

Mr. Freddy Estrella

Ms. Miriam Gourzis

Ms. Phyllis Starner

Ms. Carmen Gullon De Rojas

Ms. Olga Slitas

Ms. Thomasenia Middleton

Ms. Aeljandrina Pichardo

Mrs. Nadia Bazilevich

Ms. Maria Plasencia

Ms. Omaira Plasencia

Ms. Rosalia Mercedes

Mr. Elliot Farkas

Mrs. Margot Lasdun

Ms. Callie Foster

Mrs. Yolanda Marcelino

Mr. Julio Minaya

Mrs. Sofiya Davydova

Ms. Katherine MacEnulty

Ms. Azucena Munoz

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APPETIZER
MAIN DISH
SIDE DISH 1

MONDAY 10/3

TUESDAY 10/4

CLOSED
FOR
ROSH HASHANA

SIDE DISH 2
BREAD
MARGARINE
DESSERT
MILK

MENU ITEMS

APPETIZER
MAIN DISH
SIDE DISH 1
SIDE DISH 2
BREAD
MARGARINE
DESSERT
MILK

WEDNESDAY 10/5

THURSDAY 10/6

FRIDAY 10/7

Vegetable Soup
Orange Juice

Mushroom Barley
Soup

Consomm
Orange Juice

Chicken with
Tangy Orange Sauce

Meat Stuffed
Peppers

Baked Chicken

Baked Barley with

Mushroom & Carrots

Egg Barley

Ratatouille

Green Beans

Sliced Carrots

Roasted Chick Peas

Whole Wheat

Whole Wheat

Challah

Unsweetened
Applesauce

Apricots

Peaches

on way out

on way out

on way out

THURSDAY 10/13

FRIDAY 10/14
Chicken Soup w/
Noodles
Blended Juice

MONDAY 10/10
Mushroom Barley
Soup (Alternate)
Orange Juice

TUESDAY 10/11
Butternut Squash
Soup
Orange Juice

WEDNESDAY 10/12

Cheese Blintzes

Salmon

1 oz. Egg Salad

Baked Potatoes in
Skin Au Gratin

Peas & Carrots

Marinated Cucumber
Salad

California Blend
Vegetables

Sliced Carrots

Whole Wheat

Whole Wheat

Whole Wheat
(Alternate)

Challah

Mandarins

Fresh Apple

Applesauce

Diced Peaches

with meal

with meal

on way out

on way out

Lima Bean Soup

(Alternate)

CLOSED Swedish Meatballs Southern Baked

Chicken
FOR Spaghetti
Noodle Pudding

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MONDAY 10/17

TUESDAY 10/18

CLOSED
FOR
SUCCOS

APPETIZER
MAIN DISH
SIDE DISH 1
SIDE DISH 2
BREAD
MARGARINE
DESSERT
MILK

MENU ITEMS

MONDAY 10/24

CLOSED
FOR
SUCCOS

APPETIZER
MAIN DISH
SIDE DISH 1
SIDE DISH 2
BREAD
MARGARINE
DESSERT
MILK
MENU ITEMS
APPETIZER
MAIN DISH
SIDE DISH 1
SIDE DISH 2

TUESDAY 10/25

MONDAY 10/31
Tomato Soup
Breaded Pollock
Tossed Salad
Mexicali Corn

BREAD

Whole Wheat

MARGARINE

DESSERT

Cantaloupe Cubes

MILK

with meal

WEDNESDAY 10/19 THURSDAY 10/20

FRIDAY 10/21
Chicken Soup with
Noodles

Split Pea Soup

Tomato Soup

Chicken in
Mushroom Sauce

Hamburgers with
Sauted Onions

Roast Chicken with

Gravy

Roasted Chick Peas

Home Fries
in Skin

Succotash

Green Beans

Marinated
Cucumber Salad

Carrot Tzimmes

Whole Wheat

Hamburger Buns

Challah

Cantaloupe Cubes

Apples

Mandarins

on way out

on way out

on way out

WEDNESDAY 10/26 THURSDAY 10/27

FRIDAY 10/28
Split Pea Soup
Vegetable Soup
Consomm
Pineapple Juice
Apple Juice
Orange Juice
Turkey w/ Cranberry
Sauce

Meatballs

Southern Baked
Chicken

Baked Yams

Spaghetti

Noodle Pudding

Green Beans

Mixed Vegetables

Roasted Butternut
Squash

Whole Wheat

Whole Wheat
(Alternate)

Challah (Alternate)

Unsweetened
Applesauce

Birthday Cake

Diced Pears

on way out

on way out

on way out

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