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yiddish culture club On Wed., Nov. 14, we proudly present a World War II story that even the History Channel has never told! During WWII, the U.S. formed an elite intelligence unit comprised of mostly German Jewish academics at Camp Ritchie, Maryland. Tasked with devising ways to break the morale of the SS, these men are often credited with bringing an early end to the war. The cast includes many of the men who were the real Ritchie Boys. The film was written and directed by Christian Bauer and took seven years to produce. "In never seen archival footage, whose quality and color are dazzling, the film tells of the adventures and success, the courage and heroism of an unlikely band of individuals brought together by their will to fight Hitler and his Nazis," said Lucille de Saint-Andre, Echo Germanica, Toronto. "The Ritchie Boys is a fascinating documentary with high entertainment quotient thanks to the fact that the film's surviving subjects prove to be some of the most articulate, not to mention wittiest octogenarians around, Hollywood Reporter. " wrote Michael Rechtshaffen in the Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Media Psychologist, said, "This is a tremendous document. The Ritchie Boys fought for what they believed in with great commitment and enthusiasm. An important lesson for today, tomorrow and future generations." Sheldon Kirshner of the Canadian Jewish News, Toronto, states "Their little known efforts, which have largely gone unsung, may well have shortened World War II and saved innumerable lives on both sides." Although WW II is long over, we are of that generation and most of us remember. We hope you will all join us to view this documentary and maybe even tell some of your own tales. Our evening begins at 7 pm in the Main Clubhouse Ballroom. There is no charge to club members. Guest charge is $3 pp. Refreshments will be served. Info., Diane, 769-0130 or Marge, 769 -1747. TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) "I must lose weight!" Sound familiar? On the fence about losing weight? Visit our TOPS chapter which meets on Thursday at the South Clubhouse. Weigh-ins are from 9 – 9:45 am and meeting 10 – 11 am. TOPS is very affordable, only $28 a year with a small monthly chapter dues of $3. You may attend once free of charge. We are a very friendly, caring support group, all with the same goal, losing weight and being healthy. TOPS chapters from Riverside and San Bernardino counties held its Fall Rally at the Double Tree Hotel in Ontario. The theme this year was sports, "Stand Up and Cheer For TOPS." Members attending from our Sun Lakes TOPS chapter were; Yvonne Adams, Adrienne Broughton, Marla Henrich, Susan Johnson, Rosalee Strong, Janice Walsh, Carol White, and Carolyn Wright. The TA-DAH award was presented to Janice Walsh for her outstanding contribution as a TOPS member. Congratulations! Marla Henrich did an outstanding job as exercise chairman for Fall Rally with her team captains, Janice Walsh, Susan Johnson and Carolyn Wright. Great job! Our chapter held a very successful and fun TOPS closet in October. Everyone enjoyed shopping for new outfits for only $1 an item. TOPS Best Losers for the Month were: Connie Cutner, Janice Walsh, social clubs & groups | november 2012 |23 Nancy Davis, Martha Williams, Lauren Cutner, Virginia Edner, Moddie Gonzalez, Ron Chesnut, Peggy Andrews, Carolyn Wright, Linda Callahan, Jean Park, Sharon Salcido, Patty Chesnut, Shirley Polich, Yvonne Adams, Ann Oliver, Karen Cox, and Darleen Moxon. KOPS at goal or under for the month were Dorothy Monterville, Steve Kahn, Alma Bolla, Rosalee Strong and Mary Ellen Carroll. Congratulations to all. Our lucky winners for the 50/50 drawing of the month were Marla Henrich and Ann Oliver. Congratulations! Look for our TOPS members in the Sun Lakes Veteran Walk on Nov. 10. Info., Rosalee, 845- 9313. Happy Thanksgiving to all.