Beechwood News
2016
A free newsletter for residents of Jensen’s communities
In honor of Flag Day, here is an interesting story about Stars and
Stripes that may surprise you!
The current 50-star American flag was designed by 17 year old Robert G. Heft, as a
school project in 1958. He got a B-.
In an American history class, Bob had to do an out of class project. He could make or do
whatever he wanted, like a science fair or something where you bring in your project.
The Betsey Ross story intrigued him. His Mom and Dad had a 48 star flag they received
as a wedding present that meant a lot to them. Bob took scissors and cut it up. He had
never sewn before and since making the flag, has never sewn since. He brought it to
school and the teacher asked why he had too many stars. He had added more for the
potential new states of Alaska and Hawaii. He was given a grade of B-. Now, a Bwasn't a bad grade, however, a friend of his picked up 5 leaves off the ground, taped them
down to a notebook and labeled them and received an A. Bob was upset, so the teacher
told him to get it accepted in Washington, come back and
he might consider changing his grade.
Two years after he made it, and just one year after the 49th star flag was adopted thanks
to the addition of Alaska in January, 1959, Heft's 50 star flag was made the official U.S.
flag design with Hawaii becoming a U.S. state on August, 1959. Bob received a call from
President Eisenhower asking him if he could come to Washington on July 4th, 1960 for
the official adoption of the new flag. ( After 21 written letters to the White House and 18
phone calls, congressman Walter H. Moeller, tirelessly promoted it in Washington and
was instrumental in getting it accepted.)
The primary change made in Heft's design over the previous flag design was simply in
the layout of the stars. In Heft's design, he changed the 6 rows of 8 stars (that one year
later would become 7 rows of 7 stars), to an arrangement of alternating 5 rows of 6 stars
with 4 rows of five stars. While one can see how his teacher would have given him a low
grade for such a minor change, Heft felt this would be critical to getting the flag accepted.
The thing is to add stars so no one can tell there is a change in the design.
In addition to designing the current flag, Heft also designed a 51 star flag, ready to be
proposed should the need arise. When he died, December 12, 2009, he gave this 51 star
flag to Rep. Clarence Miller of Ohio to submit should a new state be added to the union.
If it's eventually accepted, it will make Heft the first person ever to design two U.S. flags
His teacher changed his grade to an A.
What exactly is a vexillologist? A vexillologist is a flag expert. It’s a relatively new
word, coming into use in 1959. According to the North American Vexillological
Association, there are currently no degrees offered on the subject.
Pres’ Page
Well, Bev and I left a cool Spring in Carolina just in time to catch a cool Spring in CT. The last
few days though have been just about perfect. So perfect that everything, including the grass, is
growing, signaling the beginning of another grass cutting season.
The BWRA Board met and graciously allowed time for me to catch-up on all the on-going
activities here at Beechwood. There have been seven events sponsored by the board thus far this
year. We were fortunate enough to catch the Pizza Party last week and noticed the congeniality
and social interaction that was going on. It was great to be there. Sorry that more community
residents were not there to enjoy the camaraderie.
Our Annual BWRA Membership Drive begins June 1, 2016. For a small fee of $3.00/person/year
residents can participate in and enjoy the good time events sponsored by your BWRA board. Just
a reminder, to our newer neighbors; your annual fee is prepaid at the time of your closing. So be
sure to take advantage of the freebie!
The next event, which is free to BWRA members in good standing, will be the Annual Picnic,
June 4, 2016 Come join us, enjoy! Check the flyer in this newsletter for details.
The Annual Bulk Pick-up Day is on Wednesday June 1, 2016. Several recycle vendors will be
picking up different items during the day. If anyone needs a hand to wrestle your materials to the
curb-side please call Carl Engelhart @ 828-288-1315 and we will be glad to assist you.
Looking ahead, the BWRA board will be scheduling clubhouse events through the end of the
year. If anyone has any suggestions, comments etc that you would like to share with the board
please do not hesitate to call our Event Coordinator Shirley Kiliany @ 860-452-4530 or me @
828-288-1315. We would be pleased to hear from you.
We have added several new directors to the board. However, we can still use another 3-4
candidates to assist us in carrying out the mission: the betterment of the Beechwood community. If
you have an interest in joining the board and sharing your talents, come join us for a meeting.
The next board date is June 13, 2016 @ 6:30PM @ the clubhouse.
Our last Community meeting before Summer sets in is Tuesday June 14, 2016 @ 7:00PM. As
usual there will be delicious desserts and fellowship. Our very own Director John Hozjan will be
speaking on “Outsource-outreach”. See you there!
At the beginning of this page we spoke about growing. BWRA also needs to grow: members,
directors, events & event participation, volunteers, community services. Come, step-up and join
us. We look forward to seeing you.
Carl Engelhart~BWRA ~1Jun16 828-288-1315
It's that time of year again.
The Beechwood Club Membership Drive will begin June 1st.
This is payable before September 7, 2016. Please cut on the dotted line
below and enclose
with your dues
Dues are $3.00 single and $6.00 for a couple.
Dues can be paid by bringing them to a community meeting, pay to a
board member and canvassing. If in doubt, feel free to drop off your
dues to Chris Etlinger at 4 Whitewood Road. ( New residents, since the
beginning of 2016, are paid through 2017 by Jensen's Inc. and do not need to pay
dues at this time. )
Carl Englehart, 9 Livemore Tr. ~~ Chris Etlinger, 4 Whitewood Rd.
Dick Boyd, 30 Woodland Tr. ~~ Shirley Kiliany, 35 Whitewood Rd.
Wayne Denny, 3 Stonewall Dr. ~~~ Pat Coleman, 5 Livemore Tr.
Rich Balsan, 35 Whitewood Rd. ~~~ Linda Cole, 10 Livemore Tr.
Joanne Currier, 5 Bridlepath Trail ~~~ Helene Denny, 3 Stonewall Dr.
John Hozjan, 18 Beechwood Rd.
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Beechwood Recreation Association Dues 2016-17
Resident(s) name:__________________________________
Address:______________________________________________
email address:____________________________________
phone________________________
_________________________________________
Thank you all for your continued support in helping our
Beechwood Club grow.
Save The Date
June 4, Annual Picnic for Association Members
June 18, Tag Sale
August 3, The Texas Tenors ~~~ August 20, Meet & Greet
Tag Sale, Saturday June 18th ~ 10:00 to 3:00 pm
$10.00 table rental fee for residents inside
$5.00 tailgate or your own table outside
RSVP Shirley 860-452-4530
Come on down and see what bargains
you can get and have a hotdog & hamburger....or two!
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The June regular meeting on the 14th, will be the last one until
September. We’d love to see you there. The June and July birthday
people should make sure they come to participate in the drawing for the
birthday gift at the June meeting. In September, a drawing will be for the
August and September birthdays.
Social time after the meeting with coffee and goodies.
Come gather 'round!
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Nice weather is finally here.
Our horseshoe pit is right around the corner at the bottom
of Beechwood and Stonewall.
Lets get out, exercise and play!
Pool is open
See ya there too!
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Something to think about.....
I grew up with practical parents.
A mother, God love her, who washed aluminum foil after she cooked with it,
then reused it. She was the original recycle queen before they had a name for it.
A father who was happier getting old shoes fixed than buying new ones.
I can see them now, Dad in trousers, tee shirt and a hat and Mom in a house dress, lawn mower in one
hand, and dishtowel in the other. It was the time for fixing things.
A curtain rod, the kitchen radio, screen door, the oven door, the hem in a dress.
Things we keep.
It was a way of life, and sometimes it made me crazy. All that re-fixing and
renewing, I wanted just once to be wasteful. Waste meant affluence. Throwing things away meant
you knew there'd always be more. Then my mother died, and on that clear summer's night, in the
warmth of the hospital room, I was struck with the pain of learning that sometimes
there isn't any more.
Sometimes, what we care about most gets all used up and goes away, never to return. So while we
have it, it's best we love it and care for it and fix it when
it's broken and heal it when it's sick.
This is true for marriage and old cars and children with bad report cards and dogs with bad hips and
aging parents and grandparents.
We keep them because they are worth it, because we are worth it.
Some things we keep.
A best friend that moved away or a classmate we grew up with. There are just some things that make
life important, like people we know who are special...
so we keep them...close.
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Ed & Rae Patrick
are hosting a
Musical Celebration of Summer
June 16 at 3:00 pm
at their home
10 Stonewall Drive
There will be piano music, solo, a sing-along
and stories to celebrate the season.
All are welcome
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I'm always slightly terrified when I exit out of Word and it asks me if I want to
save any changes to my ten-page technical report that I swear
I did not make any changes to.
You never know when it will strike, but there comes a moment when you know
that you just aren't going to do anything productive for the rest of the day.
Raspberry Waffle Sundae
(heart healthy)
Top 1 toasted multigrain waffle with 1/2 cup
nonfat ricotta. Combine 1 cup fresh (or
thawed frozen) raspberries plus 1 tsp. sugar.
Microwave on high for 30 to 40 seconds;
pour over the waffle topped with the ricotta.
Sprinkle with 1 T. chopped walnuts.
Good (healthy) eats
Greek Turkey Burgers
(heart healthy)
Combine 1 lb. lean ground white-meat turkey,
2 scallions and 1 clove, (both finely chopped),
1 small zucchini (grated), 1 large egg white, 1/4 cup
fresh mint (sliced), 1/2 tsp each ground cumin, s&p.
Shape into 4 1/2-in.-thick patties. Cook in a
nonstick skillet in 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat
until cooked through. Serve on a whole-wheat bun
(or no bun if you prefer) with lettuce and tomato
feta relish (chopped tomatoes tossed with finely
chopped onion, olive oil and feta cheese).
Ladies Aerobics
at the pool
Summer is right around the corner and so is our fourth
year of aerobics.
This season the classes will begin on
Wednesday, July 6th thru Friday August 26th.
Due to popular demand, we have added an extra day
and classes will be held:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
10 am to 10:45 am
(weather permitting)
Come, enjoy and get fit. Join the Jensen-ettes.
June 2016
John Kelsey, 1 ~~ Carol Ann Nash, 1 ~~ Angelina Blanchard, 1
Paul Griswold, 3 ~~ Ed Patrick, 7 ~~ Dave Justin, 12 ~~ Mary Ellen Mitchell, 16
George Ziezulewicz, 17 ~~ Nan Iselin, 20
Bernice Lindhardt, 20 ~~ Sallyanne Young, 20 ~~Nancy Soucy, 21
Linda Cole, 22 ~~ Mary Hande, 24 ~~ Theresa Namen, 24 ~~ Earlita Onofrio, 26
Ivan Zastrow, 27 ~~ Sharron Stebbins, 29 ~~ Norman Strobel, 29
The two zodiac signs associated with the month of June are the Gemini and Cancer. For
those born from June 1st to June 20th, they are members of the Gemini zodiac sign. Social,
talkative and familiar with trends, the Gemini is one of the most outgoing zodiac signs.
People born from June 21st to June 30th identify with the Cancer sign. One of the more
emotional zodiac sign, the Cancer is on a life-long search for closeness and friendship.
Ellsworth & Camille Barton, 1
John & Lynn Hozjan, 4
Louis & Jane Kresmery, 7
Vinny & Angie Trunzo, 13
Ed & Rachel Patrick, 23
Ronald & Carol Cyr, 25
Wayne & Helene Denny, 26
Don & Jan Berry, 29
Rob & Sallyanne Young, 29 ~~ Leonard & Eileen Paul, 29
Edward & Bonnie Wilmot @ 12 Whitewood Road
Howard & Muriel Hurowitz @ 16 Stonewall Drive
Deceased
Mary Ellen Mariano, 11 Bridlepath Trail ~ 4/22/2016
As of May 1, 2008, the United Nations had 193 official members.
This number does not include the Palestine or the Vatican/Holy See
(who act as non-member observers), Taiwan (whose credentials have
at large been rejected by the UN since 1971), or Kosovo (which is not
a UN member, but does participate actively in actions of the UN’s International Monetary Fund
and World Bank).
The US State Department recognizes 195 independent countries around the world, but that
list of countries reflects the political agenda of the United States of America. For example, it
includes Kosovo, but does not officially include Taiwan, as China claims that Taiwan (the ROC)
is simply a province of China.
What about Greenland? In a nation-wide referendum, the people voted in favor of increased
self-rule in November 2008 by an overwhelming majority vote. With the referendum, Greenland
acquired complete responsibility for its own internal affairs in June 2009. Denmark, however,
continues to exercise control of Greenland's foreign affairs, security, and financial policy in
consultation with Greenland's Home Rule Government, and the Danish monarch still accepted as
a head of state. In that regard, Greenland is still a part of Denmark,
and not recognized as an official independent country.
Geopolitical factors are by and large why defining an official number of independent
countries around the globe is such an arduous task.
June 2016
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
11 A.M.
Bible Study
1:00 P.M.
Mahjongg
2
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
1:00 P.M.
Arts & Crafts
6:00 P.M.
Game Night
3
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
1 P.M.
Mahjongg
6:00 P.M.
Cribbage
7:00 P.M.
Social Night
4
9
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
1:00 P.M.
Arts & Crafts
6:00 P.M.
Game Night
10
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
1 P.M.
Mahjongg
6:00 P.M.
Cribbage
7:00 P.M.
Social Night
16
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
1:00 P.M.
Arts & Crafts
6:00 P.M.
Game Night
17
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
1 P.M.
Mahjongg
6:00 P.M.
Cribbage
7:00 P.M.
Social Night
23
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
1:00 P.M.
Arts & Crafts
6:00 P.M.
Game Night
24
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
1 P.M.
Mahjongg
6:00 P.M.
Cribbage
7:00 P.M.
Social Night
7 PM
ANNUAL
PICNIC
5PM
Bulk pick-up
8 to 11 am
5
6
6:00 P.M.
Cards
(Mixed Group)
7
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
Trash
6:00 P.M.
Cards
Rented
8
11 A.M.
Bible Study
1:00 P.M.
Mahjongg
Recycle
12
Rented
13
6:00 P.M.
Cards
(Mixed Group)
6:30 pm
board
meeting
Trash
14
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
6:00 P.M.
Cards
15
11 A.M.
Bible Study
1:00 P.M.
Mahjongg
7 PM
Reg. meeting
7pm
11
Rented
18
Beechwood
Community
Tag Sale
10-3
Flag Day
19
Father's
Day
26
20
6:00 P.M.
Cards
(Mixed Group)
Trash
27
6:00 P.M.
Cards
(Mixed Group)
Trash
21
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
6:00 P.M.
Cards
22
11 A.M.
Bible Study
1:00 P.M.
Mahjongg
Recycle
28
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
29
11 A.M.
Bible Study
1:00 P.M.
Mahjongg Group
6:00 P.M.
Cards
7 PM
30
11:00 A.M.
Exercise Class
12:30 P.M.
Hand and Foot
1:00 P.M.
Arts & Crafts
6:00 P.M.
Game Night
25
Mary Ellen
Mariano
Memorial
This is a great time of the year to begin that project you have been planning during the winter.
Weather is less of a factor and the spring just seems like a great time to get started making some
changes, repairs, and improvements. Projects may include, but are not limited to the following:
painting, planting, carpentry, roofing, plumbing, electrical, sunrooms, awnings, satellite dishes, etc.
Please remember, the way to start any project or make a change to your home or utility building is
to fill out and send us a completed Resident Request Form or written letter or email us at
[email protected]. Once we receive your written request you will be
contacted by a Jensen’s representative for a review and discussion of your plans. When your
project is approved, you will receive a written letter to that effect and you may begin.
REMINDER – If you do not first request Jensen’s approval for your project, you may be required to
discontinue or even remove any work that has been started. Also, under no circumstances should
you be digging on your home site without first consulting your Jensen’s representative.
Additionally, all outside contractors working in a Jensen Community are required to use
OSHA required personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper fall protection while
working on your home.
Mini-Satellite Dishes (MSD’s) are often installed without receiving Jensen’s prior written
permission. MSD’s may be installed with the following criteria:
1. A MSD may be installed ONLY the side or roof of a house, a wooden utility building, or
another suitable location as approved by a Jensen manager and be as inconspicuous as
possible.
2. A MSD may be installed to a height NO higher than if the actual unit was installed on the
peak of the house roof.
3. A MSD must be installed to the manufacturer’s specifications, and any permits required by
the town or county must be obtained by the resident.
4. Only one installed MSD is permitted. If a second MSD is necessary, it must be approved
by Jensen’s.
A review of Appendix C of your Rental Agreement will provide answers to many of your questions
about projects and the proper process to follow. If you need assistance, we are willing to help
wherever possible. Just call the office and ask to speak to your Area Supervisor.
Sincerely,
JENSEN’S, INC,
Peter Gruner
Community Inspector
15 Pleasant Trail - $163,500
Location, Location! Immaculate home with 1400 square feet of living space, hardwood floors, tile
in kitchen, appliances included. Open, spacious living, dining, kitchen with breakfast bar, large
bedrooms, solatube for maximum light, and many upgrades. New water heater, front decking,
shed roof, driveway, master bath fixtures, and smoke detectors. Beautiful 3-season porch to enjoy
the outdoors. This home has a nice flat lot, close to clubhouse and pool. AN ABSOLUTE PLUM!
36 Bridlepath Trail - $163,000
Lovely home with carport, open floor plan, large living room opening to formal dining, kitchen
family room combo, two spacious bedrooms, two full baths, screened porch. This home has been
lovingly cared for by one owner. The screened porch could become a 3 or 4 season room for
additional entertaining space. 1350 sq. ft. of living space without porch. Located on a quiet street
with great neighbors, walking distance to the clubhouse and pool. A must see!
3 Bridlepath Trail - $159,900
Immaculate home with new 35-yr. roof, new carpeting, and all new GFCI outlets. Wonderful space
for entertaining with large living room, formal dining room, kitchen with skylight and breakfast
nook overlooking lovely deck and yard. Two bedrooms, two full baths, den/office/craft
room. Master bath has steps to tub. Storage shed also has new roof. Carport with overhead
storage completes this home package.
2 Whitewood Rd. - $105,900
Lovely home with all the renovations you'll ever want!! This immaculate ranch has NEW roof,
windows, siding and insulation, tile floors, bathroom fixtures, GFCI, switches, carpets, hardwood,
backsplash, and most appliances. Two bedrooms and two full baths, bow window in living room,
dining room with slider to large private deck. Lovely plantings, arbor, and winding walkway will
welcome you to this move-in ready home. A must see!
2 Bridlepath Trail - $94,500
Spacious two-bedroom home with many quality upgrades. The open living-dining room areas
are roomy and lead to the renovated kitchen with all new appliances and tile floors. New
bathrooms also feature tile floors. New asphalt roof. The 12ꞌ x 16ꞌ three-season room has
cabinetry and a countertop for hobbies. Electric heat and central A/C keep the home cozy. Blinds
in the slider to back deck for additional privacy.
11 Whitewood Road - $64,900
Welcoming ranch with new custom cabinets, new appliances, hot water heater and carpeting. The
floor plan is open from living to dining room and adjacent 4-season room. Lovely, efficient
kitchen, new cabinetry, tile backsplash. The deck has a Sunsetter awning so you can enjoy the
outdoors. Freshly painted inside, new storm door, electric heat, central a/c, and many closets
make this a very desirable home. Gardens are full of perennials and freshly mulched. Dining room
set included along with twin bed and dresser. This is a great home!
CONTACT: CHRIS ETLINGER
PHONE: (860) 204-7870 OR EMAIL HER
[email protected]
JENSEN COMMUNITIES ® REFERRAL PROGRAM
The people best qualified to recommend the
lifestyle in a Jensen community are those
who themselves are presently enjoying that
lifestyle. Allow us to acquaint you with our
referral program.
For your efforts in recommending
and encouraging your friends, relatives or coworkers to purchase a home from Jensen’s,
we will reward you with a “Referral Fee’”
equaling TWO MONTHS’ LEASE FEE for a
Jensen New Home Purchase and ONE
MONTH’S LEASE FEE for a Jensen-Brokered
Resale*. The fee will be awarded within seven working days of the home’s closing.
RESIDENTS: Please enter your names as they appear on your
Lease. Do not use nicknames or descriptive names or shortened forms of your given names.
RESIDENTS DATA
LAST NAMES _____________________________________________
FIRST NAMES ______________________________________________
MAILING ADDRESS ________________________________________
CITY,STATE & ZIP __________________________________________
HOME PHONE ____________________________________________
CELL PHONE ______________________________________________
WORK PHONE ____________________________________________
To be eligible for a Referral Fee:
EMAIL ADDRESS __________________________________________
 Register your prospect’s name at any
YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO YOUR PROSPECT:
sales office or with the CT Corporate Office. This must be done BEFORE the prospective customers themselves have been
in contact with a sales representative.
 You may also personally introduce your
prospect to a sales representative and fill
out this form DURING the prospect’s initial visit to a Jensen community.
 You may also request sales personnel to
send information to your prospect and
ask the rep to register you.
All Referrers will receive a confirmation letter
as an immediate thank you. First-time Referrers will receive a small premium as well.
For complete details and information, please
write or call a sales representative or contact
the Corporate Office at 800-458-6832 or go
to www.jensencommunities.com.
*Jensen’s Cherrywood community in New
York sells new homes through a dealer and
the fee differs.
This prospect information must be submitted
to Jensen’s and verified in order for you to be
registered as Referrer.
The terms and conditions of Jensen’s Referral
Program may change at any time without
notice.
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FRIEND
□ RELATIVE □ CO-WORKER
AREAS OF INTEREST:
□ NH □ NY □ CT □ NJ □ MD □ NC □ SC □ GA
PROSPECTS DATA
LAST NAMES ____________________________________________
FIRST NAMES ____________________________________________
MAILING ADDRESS _______________________________________
CITY,STATE & ZIP _________________________________________
HOME PHONE ___________________________________________
CELL PHONE _____________________________________________
WORK PHONE ___________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS _________________________________________
Jensen Representative __________________________________
Entered into Jensen’s database on ________________________
Date Submitted to the Corporate Office __________________
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