MANVILLE: Games keep seniors at play at center

   The Manville Senior Center offers programs, food and activities on most weekdays at the center on South Third Avenue.
   The Manville Recreation Department leads lightweight exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15–10:45 a.m., and “walk and chair” exercise on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30–10:30 a.m. Exercise classes with Lynn at $10 each run from September to June.
   Bingo is played every Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. Birthdays are recognized on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
   The center’s hours are 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Its phone is 908-526-0175.
   Meals need to be ordered a day in advance, before 10:30 a.m. The suggested donation is $1.50 for those 60 and older.
   Manville is one of seven centers operated by Somerset County; it is accessible to individuals with disabilities. The center offers educational, recreational and entertaining activities for active adults age 60 and older, including wellness programs and health screenings.
   For information, contact center manager Lisa Carra at 908-526-0175.
   Day-by-day program schedule:
   Thursday, June 7 — A volunteer State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor will talk about new Medicare information and assistance service being offered at the center.
   Friday, June 8 — UNO card game.
   Monday, June 11 — Free hearing screenings by Dr. Farah Said, Raritan Valley Audiology, 10:45 a.m.
   Wednesday, June 13 — Trip to the Quail Brook Senior Center for performance by the Franklin Township Swinging Singing Seniors, 10:45 a.m.
   Thursday, June 14 — Wii dance.
   Friday, June 15 — Wheel of Fortune patriotic songs.
   Monday, June 18 — Free blood pressure screenings by nurse Laura Cummings, Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills.
   Tuesday, June 19 — “Benefits of Walking” by Denise Calloway, Kessler Rehabilitation.
   Thursday, June 21 —”Keeping Your Mind Sharp Through Dolls and Toys” by Virginia Aris, Princeton Doll and Toy Museum.
   Friday, June 22 — Craft: Painting with watercolors.
   Monday, June 25 — “Savvy Saving Seniors: Steps to Avoid Scams” by Jane Gore, financial advisor, Arcuni-Demouth Group.
   Tuesday, June 26 — “The Singer of a Thousand Songs” by Marti Noel, former Mrs. New Jersey.
   Wednesday, June 27 — Piano recital by the Jess Aggabao Studio.
   Friday, June 29 — Brain teasers.