MANVILLE: Seniors can learn how to find unclaimed property

Senior Corner column

   The Manville Senior Citizens meet at noon on the second Thursday of each month at the VFW on Washington Avenue.
   The next regular meeting will Thursday, April 10. Changes to the by-laws will be presented for review and adoption.
   Linda Henderson from the N.J. State Department of the Treasury’s Unclaimed Property division will be the speaker at the meeting. She will explain how to research for unclaimed property (banks accounts, stocks, insurance benefits, etc.) She will be available to help you to check if you have anything coming.
   The Manville Senior Citizen Prom, hosted by the MHS Key Club, Manville Municipal Alliance and Manville Recreation, will be Friday, April 11, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. RSVP to Manville Recreation at 908-725-9478, ext. 121.
   There is still space available for the senior chair aerobics, leg strengthening and zumba classes at the Manville Senior Center.
   The new Manville website should be up and running in a few weeks. It will be more user friendly and easier to navigate for information.
   Reminder: The Manville Weston Causeway will be closed from four to six months as the bridge over the canal is being replaced.
   Residents of Manville age 50 and older are eligible for membership. Also, persons who do not remain residents of Manville are still eligible for membership. Dues for new members are $20, which includes 2014 dues and registration.
   Canned goods or nonperishable food items will continue to be collected before each meeting. Remember to bring one item per member to stock the Food Bank.
   Blood pressure screening is held before the beginning of each meeting for members, starting at 11:30 a.m.
   The Executive Board will continue to hold their meetings on the Thursday prior to the regular meeting.
   Recreation Events
   • Mon., May 5 — “Cowboys and Sweethearts of Country Music” at Resorts, Atlantic City. The cost is $65 per person with $25 back in slots. Trip includes a full buffet. Contact Jo Pschar at 908-722-0156.
   • Mon., June 9 — 1950’s and ‘60s show at Resorts, Atlantic City. The cost is $65 with $25 back in slots and admission to the 3 p.m. show. Trip includes a full buffet. Contact Jo Pschar at 908-722-0156.
   • Atlantic City — The bus leaves at 9 a.m. from the VFW parking lot on the second Wednesday of each month for Showboat Casino. The next trip is April 9. The cost is $30, all of which will be returned. This trip is open to the public. Call Josephine Pschar at 908-722-0156.
— Geraldine Klimowich 