Cranbury Golden
Age Neighbors
The senior citizens room in Town Hall is available the first and third Thursday of each month from noon to 4 p.m. Seniors can come and play cards or games, talk to old friends and neighbors or eat together.
New members are invited to join the club. Membership is open to Cranbury or area residents over 50.
Four Seasons
at Historic Cranbury
Four Seasons board meetIng is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 25.
Weight Watchers: Morning sessions are Fridays at 10 a.m. The cost is $144 for 12 weeks. More information is available by fax, at (609) 655-1241.
Jamesburg Seniors
The Jamesburg Senior Center is located at 139 Stevens Ave. in Jamesburg. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.
All residents over 60 years old are welcome to join the club. There is no waiting list for new applicants. All non-members who wish to go on one of our trips may do so.
For more information on trips or membership, call Marge Linke, at (732) 521-0377. Anyone interested in Atlantic City trips, call Sue Kane, at (732) 718-0015.
For more information, call Delores Wigodinski, membership-chairwoman, at (732) 521-4620.
Jewish Congregation
of Concordia
The congregation is located at the intersection of Perrineville and Prospect Plains Roads. For more information call Jennifer, at (609) 395-7979.
Monroe Township
Senior Center
The Monroe Township Senior Center is located at the municipal complex, 1 Municipal Plaza. For information on programs and services, call the center at (732) 521-6111.
Find out about activities, services, trips and classes in the "Senior Focus," the Monroe Township Office on Aging and Transportation Department’s monthly newsletter and calendar, which is distributed around the 15th of the month.
When registering for Senior Center programs, please keep in mind the following guidelines:
In order to ensure your participation, it is recommended to make your reservations by phone or in-person once you obtain and review the monthly newsletter.
Registration closes two business days prior to the program date. In-person program registration requires the use of the Program Registration Form. Forms are available at the front desk.
For any program with a fee, payment must be received within five business days from the time you register by phone. For in-person registration, payment must be included with your Program Registration Form. Otherwise, your program registration is void.
Program cancellations for all activities are accepted and appreciated in advance. Refunds, for programs with a fee, are granted to those who cancel at least two business days prior to the event.
Groups and Classes
The following is a list of upcoming events, lectures and classes at the Senior Center. To register, call the center at (732) 521-6111.
Feng Shui: Wednesday, Aug. 24, 1:30 p.m., introduction to Reiki, an ancient healing system and Feng Shui, the art of arranging elements to achieve harmony.
Guided imagery: Tuesday, Aug. 30, "center" the body with relaxation with visualization and music.
Actors wanted: Mondays, 2 p.m., check out the center’s drama group, Acting Up.
Chess mates: Tuesdays, 2 p.m., chess lovers welcome.
Green thumbs: Plant enthusiasts wanted for the Green Thumbs group, meet every third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m.
Events and Screenings
The following is a list of ongoing events, screenings and classes at the Senior Center.
Art slide show: Enjoy highlights from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Monday, Aug. 15, 1:30 p.m. Register in advance.
Reverse mortgage program: Learn about Wells Fargo Home Mortgage’s Reverse Mortgage Program, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 10:00 a.m.
America’s sweethearts: Explore the life and work of Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. Call the center for space availability and registration information.
Abdominal aneurysms: Wednesday, Aug. 17, 1:30 p.m., hosted by Dr. Lucy S. Brevetti from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Refreshments will be served. For availability, call the center.
Chiropractic care: Thursday, Aug. 18, 11:30 a.m., Dr. Debra DeMarco from Monroe Chiropractic Care, provides an informative seminar on increasing vitality, losing weight and preventing diabetes. Register in advance.
Video discussion: Thursday, Aug. 18, 1:15 p.m., discussion on the life and works of Edouard Manet, hosted by Maurice Mahler, art historian.
Lighthouse discussion: Monday, Aug. 22, 1:30 p.m., Bill Volpe of the New Jersey Lighthouse Society, will discuss lighthouses dating back to the 1700s. Register in advance.
Tasting festival: Tuesday, Aug. 23, sample food from around the world, tickets are $3 and reservations are required by Aug. 16.
Tropical slide show: See the sights of Antigua, Monday, Aug. 29, 1:30 p.m., hosted by Henry Rand. Please register in advance.
Aromatherapy: Tuesday, Aug. 30, 10:30 a.m., discover the art of using essential oils for health and relaxation, hosted by Karen Scupp. Register in advance.
Home care: Wednesday, Aug. 31, panel of three professionals to focus on home care options and plans for the future. Register in advance.
