Tues., Aug. 12
"What is Osteoporosis?" is the 10:45a.m. topic at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of the disease for seniors. This lecture is being presented by: Twin Boro Physical TherapyThis event is for South Brunswick resident members 55+ only.
Sat., Aug. 16
A Double Elimination Kickball Tournament to benefit the Hugs for Brady Foundation will be held at Woodlot Park, 124 New Road, Monmouth Junction. Games start at 9 a.m. and continue until 8:30 p.m. There will be plenty of food and beverages available to makeit through to the finals. Cost is $300 per team. Rosters are due by Aug. 1, . Must have 10 people on the field at all times. (3 girls on field). Contact the kickball event coordinator Rich Domotor at [email protected]. Mail entry forms along with a check to: Rich Domotor, Attn: Kickball Tournament, 32 Tyndall Rd., Kendall Park, NJ 08824.
Mon., Aug. 25
Talking Trash With Art from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information and to sign up. Collaborative arts class using found object/trash to create works of art. Will work in two-person teams. Items may be assembled with tape, hot glue, string, rubber bands. Paint, if desired, will be provided. Work will be displayed at the senior center. There will be an art show opening.
Tues., Aug. 26
Monthly 11 a.m. Birthday Luncheon at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. If your birthday is in the month of August please call the office by Aug. 19 to sign up. A special menu will be served followed by birthday cake. During your celebration there will be games and trivia for all. This event is open to senior residents 55+.
Thurs., Aug. 28
"Chronic Pain Management" will be discussed at 10:45 a.m. by Professor Gopala Rao, a retired scientist for the John Hopkins University School of Medicine, at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. He will introduce four effective ways for chronic pain management apart for medication and other holistic measures. This event is for South Brunswick resident members 55+ only.
Tai Chi classes start at 9:30 a.m. and continue for eight weeks at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. The fee for the eight-week session is $32.Tai chi combines a type of meditative relaxation process with flowing movements, which results in benefits to both the power of the body and the mind.
September
Join the South Brunswick Senior Center, in the Municipal Complex, Route 522, as September 2014 celebrations for Senior Center Month take place and we invite all adults 55+ who reside in South Brunswick to come and take a tour, attend the many special events planned this month and become a member.
Thurs., Sept. 4
The film "Labor Day" starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin will be shown at 12:30 p.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. For South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Sat., Sept. 6
South Brunswick Health Department in partnership with Rite Aid Pharmacy is sponsoring an Adult Immunization Clinic from 11a.m.-1 p.m. at the South Brunswick Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Open to anyone 18 years or older. Vaccines offered include tetanus, pertussis, measles, menigitis, and shingles (only for age 60 and above). Pre-registration is required. You will be notified of your out of pocket cost in advance of the clinic. For information and to register www.sbtnj.net Click on Health Department and follow the link. Questions can be directed to: Nancy MacKay, of South Brunswick Health Department at 732-329-4000 ext 7258.
Tues., Sept. 9
The Hugs for Brady Foundation, focused on helping kids with cancer, will hold its 10th annual Charity Golf Classic at Bunker Hill Golf Course, 220 Bunker Hill Road, Princeton, sponsored by On the Border Mexican Grill and Cantina. Registration starts at 12 p.m. ShotGun starts at 1 p.m. Sign up at On the Border or call Jeff Hawkins at 732-979-2192. Cost for golfers is $125.
The newest Bollywood movie will be shown at 12:30 p.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. For South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Thurs., Sept. 11
A program on the American Civil War will be presented by Martin M. Mosho, a retired instructor from Mercer County Community College who has studied the Civil War for over 50 years, will be presented at 12:15 p.m. at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732-329- 4000 x7670 . Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only.
Sat., Sept. 13
Kevin Brown Memorial 5K Run/Walk and Picnic, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Woodlot Park, 104 New Road, Monmouth Junction. (Rain date Sept. 14.) Family fun- filled day to raise awareness on drug dependence. The picnic will include airbrush tattoos, face painting, dunk tank, bounce house for kids, kickball, chair massages, volleyball, and Zumba in the park. There will be a DJ playing today’s hits, a photo booth for amusing and wacky pictures, and various vendors will also be on site. General admission includes the 5K, a T-shirt, and all activities. Food trucks will be present but are not included in the cost. All proceeds will be donated to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence in memory of Kevin. Cost: $35 for adults; $15 for 12 and under. For information visit www.eventbrite.com. Search for Kevin Brown Memorial 5K Run.
Tues., Sept. 16
"Is Your Bad Back Holding You Back?" is the topic of Allison Jackson of UMCPP Outpatient Rehabilitation Network, at 10:45 a.m. at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Topics include: Causes of lower back pain, common back pain myths, choosing safe, effective exercises, abdominal and gluteal muscles and back health. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Fri., Sept. 19
An art lecture about Maxfield Parrish will be presented by Maurice Mahler, artist, lecturer and historian, at 12:30 p.m. at South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Tues., Sept. 23
Monthly 11 a.m. Birthday Luncheon at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. If your birthday is in the month of September please call the office by Sept. 16 to sign up. A special menu will be served followed by birthday cake. During your celebration there will be games and trivia for all. This event is open to senior residents 55+.
The film "Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom" will be shown at at 12:30 p.m. the South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. For South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Thurs., Sept. 25
A live concert, featuring Bruce Mauro on the piano, will be held at 12:15 p.m. at Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. He will play a rendition of popular songs. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Operation Blue Angel, a free program run by the South Brunswick Police Department to assist residents who, due to advanced age, mobility, or medical concerns, may be unable to answer their door in an emergency situation, will be discussed at 12:30 p.m. at the Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. A Police Department-owned lock box similar to a realtor’s lock box is mounted to a door of the home. A key, supplied by the resident, is locked inside the box. In an emergency, responding police officers could retrieve the key by using a code , allowing police to quickly enter the home without causing damage. Applicants to Operation Blue Angel must meet certain criteria and agree to our terms and conditions. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Mon., Sept. 29
A live concert titled "Piano Creations" featuring Matthew Fishteyn, a musician with a high-energy repertoire that includes his original compositions written indifferent styles of music including jazz, Latin, blues and rock ’n’ roll, will be held at 12:15 p.m. Office on Aging, South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.