Dear Friends, What an exciting month lies ahead! Purim arrives, and with it, our annual masquerade.

We also look forward to trips, music and much more. Music Monday comes early this month on Monday, March 3rd at 2 pm, with Cantor Eric S. Freeman, featuring an Oscar-inspired program entitled, Back to the Movies. Plan on attending after reading all about the health benefits of music on Page 2 of this newsletter. Tai Chi Tuesdays are scheduled this month for March 4th and 11h at 11 am. Weve also listened to your input and will be offering a Beginners Computing class in addition to our regular Wednesday class on four consecutive Tuesdays in March - March 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th at 2 pm. Our monthly Book Club will meet on Monday, March 10th at 2 pm to discuss The Midwife of Venice, a powerful historical novel set during the time of the Spanish Inquisition. Our monthly Birthday Party will be held this month on Wednesday, March 12th. Our annual Shushan Purim Masquerade will take place on Monday, March 17th. Come in costume (enjoy lunch at a reduced rate!) and join in the fun. Magical entertainment is guaranteed to astound. Make an appointment for your monthly Chair Massage on Monday, March 24th at 2 pm. Rosa Naparsteks popular You Be The Judge Discussion Group will be running concurrently. Join us on a very special trip to the New York Botanical Garden as we experience The Orchid Show - Key West in Bloom on Tuesday, March 25th at 10:15 am. Space is limited so sign up early in the office. Tickets are $8.00. Register early for a very special crafts program on Monday, March 31st at 2 pm. Our Make a ProjectMake a Difference Beading Class will be fashioning two magnetic bracelets per person. Make one for yourself, and one to donate to a sick child in the Morgan Stanley Childrens Hospital, creating a very special connection. As always, join us for Computer Lab on Wednesdays, Exercise Classes on Wednesdays & Thursdays and Yoga on Friday mornings. If you havent already added your name to our email list, please come in to the office and give us your email address. Its the best way to stay on top of news and events.

Moriah thanks the following people for their generous donations to our Center:
Mrs. Rita Knurr commemorating the yahrzeit of her husband Cantor Eric S. Freeman for sponsoring the grape juice in our Shalach Monos packages Mr. & Mrs. Herman Gershon Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Helmreich

We Welcome Our New Members! Mr. Alexander Militarev

Chani Hilewitz, Bookkeeper

Ms. Alma Gutierrez

Shuli Gutmann, Director

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.

Music Monday Sing for your Health!

Its been said that music heals the heart. But can it promote healthy aging? To find out, cognitive neuroscientist Julene K. Johnson is studying health changes in choir members at 12 senior centers in San Francisco. The professor at the University of California in San Francisco has already studied choruses in Finland and found an improved quality of life among older choir members. Another study at Georgetown University concluded that older adults who sang in a chorus for one year had fewer falls, fewer doctor visits and less loneliness than those in a control group. Choral singing, Johnson says, allows people to use their bodies and minds while creating something beautiful.* If you have never attended Moriahs popular Music Monday sessions, why not consider giving them a try? Cantor Eric S. Freemans class is always thoughtfully themed, informative and uplifting. Join him on Monday, March 3rd - sing along, improve your mood and improve your HEALTH! *(Excerpted from AARP magazine)

Overheard at the Center

Senior A: I couldnt hear what was said. What was that announcement? Senior B: Tomorrows movie is called Blackfish. Senior A: Oh, thats OK. I eat anything Senior A: Im interested in attending the memory workshop. What day is it scheduled for? Senior B: I saw, but I dont remember. Senior commenting on Moriah Chef Yehudas cooking: He makes things that you dont even like taste delicious! Senior: Its not easy being 99. On the coldest day - Staff member to Senior: Im amazed you came! Senior: Im amazed also! Staff member: Age is only a number. Senior: And my number is unlisted.. Staff member to senior flirting with kitchen staff: Stop flirting and go to exercise. Senior to staff member: Exercise I can do on my own. Flirting I cant. Senior at the milk pick up station: I remember when I used to go out to the barn.. Senior at the Center: Oy vey! Its sad to see what happens to people. A 94 year old to an 88 year old on her birthday: In the next six years youll forget everything.

BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION GROUP

Come join the group on Monday, March 10th at 2 pm, as we discuss Roberta Richs gripping historical fiction,

The Midwife of Venice

Hannah Levi is renowned throughout Venice for her gift at coaxing reluctant babies from their mothersa gift aided by the secret birthing spoons she designed. But when a count implores her to attend to his wife, who has been laboring for days to give birth to their firstborn son, Hannah is torn. A Papal edict forbids Jews from rendering medical treatment to Christians, but the payment he offers is enough to ransom her beloved husband, Isaac, who has been captured at sea. Can Hannah refuse her duty to a suffering woman? Hannahs choice entangles her in a treacherous family rivalry that endangers the baby and threatens her voyage to Malta. Despite the rapidly spreading plague and threats of Inquisition, Hannah is determined to get to Malta, where Isaac is running out of options in his battle to survive. In this compelling historical novel, adversity tests the love, compassion, and faith of both Hannah and Isaac as they struggle to be reunited. Register in the office and receive a library copy of this New York Times Bestseller for advance reading. See what everybody has been reading and join in the discussion!

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CONTINUE in MARCH
JOIN US ON SELECT TUESDAYS IN MARCH

TUESDAY, MARCH 4th TUESDAY, MARCH 11th AT 11 AM

Shushan Purim

Join in the Fun at our Annual Gala Wear a Costume, Funny Hat, or Mask and receive lunch for only $1.00 Monday, March 17th Lunch at 1:15 pm Special Magic Show at 2:00 pm 90 Bennett Avenue
FEATURING

At The New York Botanical Garden

Experience Key West in Bloom

This years Orchid Show will be inspired by the stunning beauty of Key West, Florida. Towering palm trees, rich foliage, and breathtaking orchids fill a luxuriant tropical landscape that will transport you to a magical Floridian paradise. Join Moriah as we take a trip to this spectacular exhibit and receive our own private tour. Advance registration required. Space is limited.

When: Where: Cost:

Tuesday, March 25th Leaving 90 Bennett at 10:15 am Returning in time for lunch $8 per person

Make a Project Make a difference!

Keep one and give oneconnect with a child

Join us for a very special crafts program on Monday, March 31st at 2 pm We will be creating magnetic beaded bracelets to be donated to the Morgan Stanley Childrens Hospital New York Presbyterian Each registered participant will make TWO bracelets one to wear and one to donate - allowing for a very special connection with a sick little girl. (or donate both if you so choose)
Space is limited, so sign up in the office as soon as possible

Eugenia G. Aledo Yaakov Altshuler Nathan Bamberger Alvin Berger Bertha Blumenthal Heriberto Borroto Betty Brown Walter Brown Judith Darmstadter Grace Davis Samuel Dorfman Mary Engelhardt Danil Finkel Mikhail Froymovich Andres Garcia Jose S. Garcia Morris Garnek

Gilberto L. Gomez Ronya Gutman Edith Hanau Lorenzo Hernandez Sara S. Hernandez Ramzi Jabbur Bertha Jacobovits Khaim Katsman Ruth Katz Dorothy Kestenbaum Irina Khaimova Kim Krichmar Ida Krongauz Anatoliy Kushnir Marina Kvint Joseph Lazare Anna Mandel

Izolda Mandelblat Ray F. Munoz Ramona Nibbs Bernard Nierenberg Lana Ober Asya Paikin Maria Perez Boris Pitelman Ana Quinones Maria Radunsky Elena Rodriguez Ernest Rothschild Sarah Samson Evelyn Sanchez Marvin Schnaidman Tsivya Shaferman

Gilya Shklyar Sheva Shtaygrud Ester Shvartszayd Esther S. Silbermintz Zolia Solis Nina Srogovich Berta Stern James Sweeney Lazar Tarler Rosa M. Tobal Sarra Torpusman Berta Tsodikova Marina Valentinotti Yefroim Vaserman Paulette Weill Corey M. Weintraub

Moriah thanks the following people for their generous donations to the Center in memory of AL NEVINS
Michelle Horowitz, Evan Goldman & Mia The Muro Family Ms. Teri Leve Mr. Robert Liebeskind Ms. Jean Weille Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Rubin Ms. Mary Roby Joy Waitkus, Michael Bang, Yuvin & Jun Mrs. Annie Nussbaum Mrs. Adele Fulda Mrs. Annette Kirschner Mrs. Edith Silverman

(an excerpt) By John Newton

Though cloudy skies, and northern blasts, Retard the gentle spring awhile; The sun will conqu'ror prove at last, And nature wear a vernal smile. The promise, which from age to age, Has brought the changing seasons round; Again shall calm the winter's rage, Perfume the air, and paint the ground. The virtue of that first command, I know still does, and will prevail; That while the earth itself shall stand, The spring and summer shall not fail. Such changes are for us decreed; Believers have their winters too; But spring shall certainly succeed, And all their former life renew. Winter and spring have each their use, And each, in turn, his people know; One kills the weeds their hearts produce, The other makes their graces grow. Though like dead trees awhile they seem, Yet having life within their root, The welcome spring's reviving beam Draws forth their blossoms, leaves, and fruit.

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