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June & Beyond 4
Calendar 5
Joining/Renewal Info 6
South Jersey’s Social Club for Singles “50 and Up” Check out our website: www.Fantastic50s.com
Your Social Teams
Fall: Georgian Crusenberry,
Tom Cusack, Maryjane Ev-
ans, Harriet Shikes, Linda
Switzer
Winter: J im Enr ight, Teresa
Gizzi, Pete Krasowski, Mary
Neale, Janice Sweeney
Spring: Joyce Beatr ice,
Deanna Kingkiner, Harriet
Shikes
Summer: Maryjane Evans,
Joan Knisell, Loretta Krew-
son, Harriet Shikes, Barbara
Snow
Operations: Esther Boyko,
Georgian Crusenberry, Tom
Cusack, Den DiMarco,
Pete Gentili, Janet Kelleher,
Loretta Krewson, Don
Nelson, Michele Wosak
Photographer: Barb Snow
Many thanks to our gracious and
selfless hosts without whom there
would be no Fantastic 50s!
Newsletter Deadline: 5/20
Friday, 5/20, is the deadline
for event info/articles to
appear in the next newsletter.
Call Esther Boyko at
609.280.2386 or email her at
Whatever happened to the Lobster Trap
where many of us enjoyed a casual Sunday
lunch while watching sailboat races on
Cooper Lake? Unfortunately, Tom, the
owner, met his demise and was translated to
the great lobster bay in the sky. His family
chose not to renew their lease with the
Camden County Park Commission. The
commission advertised for a new tenant and
eventually chose an experienced
restaurateur from the Westmont area who
proposed a high-class cuisine.
Now we face reality. The building was
old and in need of lots of repair. The deck
that we loved so much was not structurally
sound and had to be completely torn down.
The sandy soil beneath that structure was
replaced with gravel that needed several
months to settle. Such was only one of the
many delays in completing the rebuilding of
the restaurant. Would it ever be complete?
My friend, Ralph, who knows the new
owner, kept advancing the date of
completion until I knew it would never
happen. C'est la vie!
On occasion, I would drive by to see if
there had been any change. No surprise...
the workmen had morphed into snails.
Think "Escargot." Eventually, with a new
roof, new siding, and some paint, a classier
structure appeared. If you are looking for
the Lobster Trap, you'll drive right by this
beautiful brown building with its newly
manicured green lawn, and new sidewalks.
There was a contest to name the place.
"Cooper House" was chosen. The key to
completion was workers doing final touches
on a Sunday. I asked when the place would
open. The answer, "The middle of
May." (Should this have an exclamation
mark or a question mark?)
I'm excited about trying the new cuisine,
and am hoping we can resume Fan 50
luncheons overlooking the lake.
Bon Jour "Cooper House" by Don Nelson
Rear of Cooper House facing the lake. Note the large
windows for easy viewing
HAPPENING THIS MONTH: Join your Fantastic 50’s friends on May 14th for an
entertaining and informative walking tour of historic Philadelphia, with Ed
Mauger as your tour guide. Mr. Mauger, founder of Philadelphia on Foot, gives
unique tours based on his in-depth knowledge of city history and architecture and
of the streets and byways of old Philadelphia.
Also this month: Don’t miss our annual Anniversary Party! We are celebrating
our 16th year and still going strong! See page 3 for all the details.
Monday 5/2
Dance Party 4 to 8 PM
Marlton, NJ No Cover Charge
Host Mary S. invites
you to join her at a new
oldies dance party.
Robbie Rob, formerly
from the Coastline, is your DJ on
Mondays from 4 to 8 PM, at the Links
Clubhouse at Kings Grant, 100 Majestic
Way, Marlton 856.983.2000. You may
purchase food from a limited menu.
Come on out and join Mary for a fun
night out. Any questions, contact Mary
at 609.744.2294.
Wednesday 5/4
Phase 10 5:45 PM
Mount Laurel, NJ The Phase 10 evening games
are hosted by Barbara Snow
at the Mount Laurel
Community Center 100
Mount Laurel Road, Mount laurel NJ
08054. Players need a $10 roll of
quarters. No snacks are allowed but
you may bring a beverage if it has a lid
on it. Call Barbara at 856.665.5722 for
directions and to reserve a spot.
Thursday 5/5
Book Club 7 PM
Westmont, NJ Free The book discussed this month will be
The Trail of Broken
Wings by Sejal Badani,
Meet at the William G.
Rohrer Library 15 MacArthur Blvd.,
Westmont. For info or questions, call
Sallie U at 856.742.5540.
Thursday 5/5
Dance Party 7 to 12PM
Sewell, NJ No Cover Charge Dance to the oldies with Jack Peacock
“live” at Seven Star Diner, 1890
Hurffville Road. Host is Toni
856.340.5473 or email
[email protected]. Friday 5/6
Happy Hour 4 to 8 PM
Barrington, NJ No Cover Charge
Join Jack Peacock for Happy Hour
Specials at Time Out Sports Bar & Grill
241 White Horse Pike. Host is Toni
856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/6
Pinochle 5:45 PM
Mt. Laurel, NJ $2
Join us for a friendly night of Pinochle
at the Community Center. Please call
Barbara S. at
856.665.5722 to reserve a
spot. Bring a snack and
drink. Limit 20 members.
Friday 5/6
Pinochle 6:30 PM
Audubon $2
Join us for a friendly night of
pinochle. Call Grace M at
856.546.6192 to reserve a spot
and receive directions. Everyone is
welcome, bring a snack to share. Limit
18 members only.
Monday 5/9
Dance Party 4 to 8 PM
Marlton, NJ No Cover Charge
Host Mary S. invites you to join her at a
new oldies dance party. Robbie Rob,
formerly from the Coastline, is your DJ
on Mondays from 4 to 8 PM, at the
Links Clubhouse at Kings Grant, 100
Majestic Way, Marlton 856.983.2000.
You may purchase food from a limited
menu. Come on out and join Mary for a
fun night out. Any questions, contact
Mary at 609.744.2294.
Wednesday 5/11
Canasta 6:30 PM
Mount Laurel, NJ $2 Canasta is played at the
Mount Laurel
Community Center,
100 Mount Laurel
Road (large white building behind the
Police Station on Walt Whitman Ave).
Our regular time is 6:30 pm to 8:45
pm. Come and join us for an evening
of fun. Your host is Dot Crowe. Please
call her if you have any questions at
856.608.1068.
Thursday 5/12
Dance Party 7 to 12 PM
Sewell, NJ No Cover Charge
Dance to the oldies with Jack Peacock
“live” at Seven Star Diner, 1890
Hurffville Road. Host is Toni
856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/13
Happy Hour 4 to 8 PM
Barrington, NJ No Cover Charge Join Jack Peacock for
Happy Hour Specials at
Time Out Sports Bar &
Grill 241 White Horse Pike.
Host is Toni 856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/13
Pinochle
Check the Wednesday Wake up.
Saturday 5/14
Walking Tour of Phila. 10:00 AM
Philadelphia $20
Stroll through the
cobblestone lanes
of historic
Philadelphia with
the city’s
preeminent guide,
Ed Mauger (See
Inquirer recent
article on Ed). Along the way, visit the
spot where George Washington
invented the presidency, the place
where Dolly had her first date with
James Madison, the original “Wall
Street” – and the grand house where
Jefferson fiddled, George and Martha
celebrated their 20th wedding
anniversary, Adams complained about
the food and Ben Franklin demonstrated
his “kissing machine.” We will end
near a restaurant where we may have
lunch.
We will meet at the Visitor’s Center
located at 6th and Market Streets at
10:00 and start the tour promptly at
10:15. (GPS address is 41 N 6th Street,
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the Visitor’s Center. (High Speed Line
Stop at 8th & Market.) I’m hoping those
of you who have previously enjoyed
Ed’s tours will join us again. Checks
should be made out to Philadelphia on
Foot and sent to Janet Kelleher or
brought with you the morning of the
walk. Please let me know that you are
coming as we have a limit of 25 spots
for this tour. Please call for address and/
or more information. 856.608.1436 or
email at [email protected]. (I
screen my calls so if I don’t answer,
leave your name, phone number and
short message and I will return your call
as soon as I can.)
Monday 5/16
Dance Party 4 to 8 PM
Marlton, NJ No Cover Charge
Host Mary S. invites
you to join her at a new
oldies dance party.
Robbie Rob, formerly
from the Coastline, is
your DJ on Mondays from 4 to 8 PM, at
the Links Clubhouse at Kings Grant,
100 Majestic Way, Marlton
856.983.2000. You may purchase food
from a limited menu. Come on out and
join Mary for a fun night out. Any
questions, contact Mary at
609.744.2294.
Tuesday 5/17
Bird Walk 6 PM
Clayton Free
In May the bird walks switch to
Tuesday evening and May is a
great time of year to see a
variety of bird species.
Migrating birds return and many birds
stop by to visit the park. You may get to
see some species not common in your
backyard. Bald Eagles, Osprey,
Bluebirds and Baltimore Orioles are
some of the species nesting in May.
We’ll enjoy the companionship of other
nature lovers and knowledgeable
birders. Bring your binoculars and/or
camera with a high magnification lens,
and dress for the weather. Location is
Scotland Run Park Nature Center, 980
E Academy Street, 08312. Register by
calling Jill at 856.881.0845 or email at
[email protected]. To join a
5:30 PM Turnersville car pool, call Den
at 856.842.1790.
Wednesday 5/18
Anniversary Party 6:30 to 9:30 PM
Delran $17/25 Don’t miss our annual
Anniversary Party! We
are celebrating our
16th year and still
going strong! Based on all the positive
feedback from last year’s party, for this
year’s party we are returning to the
Touch of Class facility in Delran.
Although the Delran location is only 10
minutes away from the previous Maple
Shade location, right off Route 130,
feedback from last year indicate the
directions need to be clearer … and this
will be fully addressed this year. The
Party includes entertainment, good
food, and great company ... what's not
to like!! Mark your calendar for this
date. Location is 3001 Route 130,
Delran, NJ 08075.
The dinner buffet includes four hot
entrees, vegetable sides, salad, rolls &
butter. Desserts include gourmet butter
cookies, fudge brownies, and a special
homemade cake. Non-alcoholic
beverages, coffee and tea are also
included. You can bring your favorite
wine, beer, or liquor and the bartender
will provide setups.
Member price is $17 per person; non-
member price is $25 per person. We are
expecting a big crowd again this year
and seating is limited, so get your
reservation in early. The payment cutoff
date is May 13th. To make your
reservation, mail your check payable to
“Fantastic 50’s” with a note that the
check is for the Anniversary Party to:
Fantastic 50’s, 63A West Bluebell
Lane, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054.
Don’t miss this special event. Get your
reservation in early. Spend a wonderful
night with your Fan 50 friends.
Thursday 5/19
Dance Party 7 to 12 PM
Sewell, NJ No Cover Charge
Dance to the oldies with Jack Peacock
“live” at Seven Star Diner, 1890
Hurffville Road. Host is Toni
856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/20
Happy Hour 4 to 8 PM
Barrington, NJ No Cover Charge Join Jack Peacock for Happy
Hour Specials at Time Out
Sports Bar & Grill 241 White
Horse Pike.
Host is Toni 856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/20
Pinochle
Check the Wednesday Wake up.
Finger Lakes Tour, NY 5/21-23/16
Cost $589 pp (double occupancy)
AAA Membership necessary Packages includes: 2 nights at Ramada
Geneva Lakefront,
Breakfast daily, 2
Lunches, 2 Dinners,
wine & cheese
tastings. Stop on the way at Roosevelt
Mansion & Museum, MacKenzie-
Childs Farmhouse & Studio visit,
Seneca Lake cruise. Your Host is
Hilda. Please call her for reservations
and questions 609.859.2084
Monday 5/ 23
Dance Party 4 to 8 PM
Marlton, NJ No Cover Charge
Host Mary S. invites you
to join her at a new
oldies dance party.
Robbie Rob, formerly
from the Coastline, is
your DJ on Mondays from 4 to 8 PM, at
the Links Clubhouse at Kings Grant,
100 Majestic Way, Marlton
856.983.2000. You may purchase food
from a limited menu. Come on out and
join Mary for a fun night out. Any
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questions, contact Mary at
609.744.2294.
Wednesday 5/25
Canasta 6:30 PM
Mount Laurel, NJ $2 Canasta is played at the Mount Laurel
Community Center, 100
Mount Laurel Road (large
white building behind the
Police Station on Walt
Whitman Ave). Our
regular time is 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm.
Come and join us for an evening of
fun. Your host is Dot Crowe. Please
call her if you have any questions at
856.608.1068.
Thursday 5/26
Dance Party 7 to 12 PM
Sewell, NJ No Cover Charge
Dance to the oldies with
Jack Peacock “live” at
Seven Star Diner, 1890
Hurffville Road. Host is
Toni 856.340.5473 or email
Friday 5/20
Happy Hour 4 to 8 PM
Barrington, NJ No Cover Charge
Join Jack Peacock for Happy
Hour Specials at Time Out
Sports Bar & Grill 241 White
Horse Pike. Host is Toni 856.340.5473
or email [email protected].
Friday 5/27
Pinochle 6:30 PM
Glassboro, NJ $2 Join us for a
friendly night of
pinochle. Call Fred
at 856.243.2550 to
reserve a spot and
receive directions.
Everyone is welcome, bring a snack to
share. Limit 20 Members only.
Planning Ahead
Friday 6/3
Pinochle 5:45 PM
Mt. Laurel, NJ $2
Join us for a friendly night
of Pinochle at the
Community Center. Bring
a snack and beverage. Call Carol W. at
856-482-0365 to reserve a spot.
Thursday 6/9
Book Club 7 pm
Westmont, NJ Free The book discussed this
month will be Fates and
Furies by Lauren Groff
Meet at the William G. Rohrer Library
15 MacArthur Blvd., Westmont. For
info or questions, call Sallie U at
856.742.5540.
8-day Caribbean Cruise 8/17/16
Call for time
New York, NY Prices below Soak in the sunny,
serene rhythms of the
Eastern Caribbean’s
beautiful sun-
dappled islands. A
Carnival cruise to the
Eastern Caribbean sails to some of the
region’s most storied isles, each ringed
by rainbow-hued coral gardens. Dig
your feet in silky sand, float in azure
seas, and let your cares melt away in the
Eastern Caribbean. Ports of call include
San Juan, St. Thomas and Grand Turk.
The prices below are special group rates
and based on double occupancy.
Inside Cabin: $1078
Outside Cabin: $1178
Balcony: $1458
All taxes and fees are included in these
prices. Just $50 per person will hold
your spot on the cruise. You may make
monthly payments until your cruise is
paid in full. Your deposit is fully
refunded if cancelled before June 4th,
2016. Cruise must be paid in full by
June 4th, 2016.
A shuttle will be provided to New York
for our group at a small fee. For those of
you who joined us on our cruise to
Bermuda in August 2014, you’ll
remember we all had a great time!
If you’re interested in joining host Toni
on the “Carnival Sunshine”, please call
her at 856.340.5473. You may find
more details at this web page: http://
tinyurl.com/phfdxyq.
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Treasurer’s report
Balance as of 02/01/16 ........ $1762.34
Deposits .................................. 500.07
Expenses ................................. 266.61
Balance as of 02/29/16 ........ $1995.80
Payments
Unless otherwise noted, please send all
payments/bills to: Fantastic 50s
c/o Loretta Krewson
237 S. Atlantic Ave. East, Unit B
Haddonfield, NJ 08033
Directions to The Touch
of Class, located within
the Hunters Glen Apt.
Complex:
From Route 130 North
take the jug-handle for
Tenby Chase Dr. Bare left
to go across Route 130
onto Manor Drive - Touch
of Class will be on the
right.
May 2016 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat
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Dance Party
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4
Phase Ten
5
Book Club
Dance Party
6 Happy Hour
Pinochle
(2) Locations
New Moon
7
8 9
Dance Party
10 11
Canasta
12
Dance Party
13
Happy Hour
Pinochle
14
Walking Tour
of
Philadelphia
15 16
Dance Party
17
Bird Walk
18
Fantastic 50’s
Anniversary
Party!!!
19
Dance Party
20
Happy Hour
Pinochle
21
22 23
Dance Party
24 25
Canasta
26
Dance Party
27
Happy Hour
Pinochle
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29 30
31
Fantastic 50’s
521 Whitman Drive
Turnersville, NJ 08012
To join, or to renew your membership, send a check made payable to “Fantastic 50’s” for $25 and mail to Fantastic 50’s, 521
Whitman Drive, Turnersville, NJ 08012. Write Membership on the check and include your email address and phone
number so that we may update our membership records. If you’re a member of Fantastic 50’s, and you’d like to know when to
renew, check the address label on your newsletter. There you’ll see “Your membership expires mm/dd/yyyy” (where mm/dd/
yyyy is your date of expiration.) Renew a month before then!
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Our Club—A Quick View
When we started this club in October
of 2000, our goal was to provide
interesting social activities for people
over 50 years of age.
Since that time we’ve sponsored
thousands of activities from free concerts
in local parks to trips to Hong Kong.
While not intended to be a partnership
meeting place, many of us have found
lasting friendships. We’ve noticed that
the more involved you are, the more
satisfying the friendships become. As
you might expect, we’ve seen our share
of marriages as well.
Some other events include dance
parties at local clubs, pinochle games,
Kimmel Center concerts, dinners, trips
and special interest groups like
photography and birding.
We have no limit as to what adventure
might be sponsored. Belonging is lots of
fun. Lonely nights tend to disappear.
We provide descriptions of events and
current information by way of a monthly
newsletter, a web site and a weekly
email. We email special changes as
needed.
The basis of our club is members
hosting events for other members. That is
what keeps the club vibrant and moving
forward. So think of something you
would like to do or attend, and host it as
a club event. We need your
participation.
