South Brunswick Senior Center

Office on Aging

September Newsletter and Calendars

South Brunswick Senior Center/Office on Aging

Monthly Newsletter / September 2022

A Note from Caryl Greenberg, Director

  September is Senior Center Month!!!

Every year since 1979, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) has celebrated Senior Center Week. In 1985, President Ronald Reagan elevated the celebration by signing the first Senior Center Week Presidential Proclamation, and starting in 2007, the week-long celebration was extended to include the entire month of September.

When thinking of Senior Centers, back in the day, most older adults spent their time playing cards or Bingo. There were few activities, and even fewer opportunities to learn, to exercise, and to socialize. How times have changed! Yes, Bingo and card playing are still offered (and are of course, a lot of fun!), but the number and variety of programs and activities offered by the South Brunswick Senior Center (and others) confirm on a daily basis how important and useful the Center is to the lives of so many of our older and active community members. 

Fitness programs, art lectures, gardening, social services, classes and clubs are all here for you and your peers. We are privileged to work with so many wonderful members, and are thrilled that you get to enjoy the fruits of our hard work. 

This year, the theme that NCOA has selected for Senior Center Month is ‘Strengthening Community Connections.’ This is such a wonderful theme: in no small part because of the community partners that we invite to our center -- they are ones that we strongly believe in. We work with these partners to provide you with access to information about your health, economic security, social engagement, purpose, housing, creativity, nutrition, and more— all in a social and fun environment.

When we have a sponsored event we always take the time to ensure that the organization we invite will be beneficial to our community. For example, if an assisted-living facility sends a representative to speak about an issue or topic, you can rest assured that a member of our staff is familiar with the company and they meet or exceed our high standards. Penn Medicine is one of those organizations,

and we are very fortunate to partner with them in our Wellness Center. The services they provide are numerous, and we hope you are taking advantage of them.  

As I said last month, it ‘takes a village’. Nowhere is this clearer than in this year's theme. Like each month, but especially in honor of Senior Centers’ Month, we have put together a fabulous array of programs for you, and we hope you join us.

'Strengthening Community Connections'

Please check out these articles from Dawn and Darlene!

This Month Happenings!

Adult Coloring- 1^st Tuesday of every month 1:30pm Enjoy coloring, and making new friends.

Bingo- Mondays 10:30am (please note new time) Bingo is a $1.00 fee. Purchase $5.00 Bingo Pass in office. You can share your card with a friend. Please purchase cards prior to game time. 

Book Club- Thursdays 10:00am Come join our weekly book club where we chat about literature and so much more! With the assistance of South Brunswick Library, a book is chosen for the group and we set a discussion date so members can read at their own pace. Recommendations on books are always welcomed by the group.

Braingames with Ram- Studies show that playing games may improve cognitive health in older adults. Join Ram for a variety of trivia and other Braingames. Every Second and last Friday of the month at 12:30 pm

Ceramics- Thursdays 9:30am – 11:30am Each class is $3.00 (class card is $15.00)

Cost includes glazes and kiln firing. Additional $3.00 charge for firing x-large pieces.

MUST pick up pieces last Thursday of every month. Names or initials MUST be on every piece. Volunteer Coordinators: Terry Doremus and Rose Marie Gianvito

Match-War with Al- Wednesdays from 9.30 - 11:30- MATCH-WAR is an exciting card game where the players must pluck a card to find their MATCHING card within 30 minutes. The twist and turns of the game make it an exciting game to watch and to play. This fun and laugh out loud game will provide an opportunity to meet new friends at the Center. 

Storytelling- Third Wednesday of the Month in place of Writing Away 10:30am PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME. Come and tell us your story. Perhaps a reminiscence of childhood, a travel adventure, or an event you were a part of. Every life has stories to tell, and we want to hear yours. 

 This Month’s Movies:

The Tourist - Friday, September 2^nd 10:00am- During an impromptu trip to Europe a math teacher finds himself in an extraordinary situation when an alluring stranger places herself in his path. Their seemingly innocent flirtation turns into a dangerous game of cat and mouse. 1H 45M

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - Monday, September 26^th 12:30pm- British pensioners on a tight budget move to a retirement home in India; their adventures there giving them a new lease on life. 

2H 4M

Podcasts/TED Talk Discussion Group- Mondays 1:30pm

Listen to a selected podcast or TED Talk

followed by a group discussion

September 12^th: TED Talk: The Future of Fashion Made from Mushrooms

September 19^th: TED Talk: How Ethics Can Help You Make Better Decisions

September 26^th: PODCAST (Don’t) Call Me, Maybe

Travel Club - Love to travel, want to share your stories and experiences with others or do you want to learn about different countries, cultures? This is the group for you! 

What's On Your Mind? - We have a variety of topics during this discussion group plus trivia, fun facts, riddles, news stories, etc. Fridays 1:30pm

Writing Away- Wednesdays 10:30am PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME Friendly group that gathers to creatively write, read and share their work. 

Special Events- Sign up is REQUIRED for these programs.

 Please sign up with Jasmine at x 7670 or email jaynilia@sbtnj.net

Bingo- Thursday, September 8^th 10:30am- Sponsored by Bright Star Homecare

Art Lectures with Bart D’Andrea- The Sistine Chapel - September 13^th 12:30pm- The Ceiling, The Stanzas, The Last Judgement

September 27^th 12:30pm- Madame X, John Singer Sargent 

Repurposing with Art Lee- Tuesday, September 13^th 1:30pm Join Art lee in turning old things into new things. Friendly crowd and always fun!

Chair Yoga with Ria from Penn Med- Wednesday, September 14^th 12:30pm Strengthens your muscles, improve your balance, reduce stress and open your heart through modified yogic postures, breath work, relaxation, and meditation. Chair Yoga classes incorporate mainly seated poses; some standing poses are also included and students can hold onto their chair for balance. FREE, MUST sign up.

Art Lee Garden Workshop- Wednesday, September 14^th 10:30AM- Join Art Lee Master Gardener for garden tips. Heading into Fall and the end of the growing season.

September Birthday Cake Celebration!- Thursday, September 15^th 12:00pm Time to celebrate our center members with Birthday’s in September!  Please sign up at the office with Jasmine.

Crafts with Kathy- Thursday, September 15^th at 1:30pm- Join Kathy for fun crafts in a friendly and creative environment.

New Member Mingle- Friday, September 16^th 12:30pm- Are you a new member? Want to hear about all the wonderful events, clubs and classes your center offers? Join us here at the New Member Mingle for some light refreshments, social games, and an opportunity to talk to some of our other members and

club presidents. All members are welcome!!

Health & Senior Fitness Walk- September 21^st – Must’ve Registered by Sept. 1^st – Departs 9:15am

Autumn Flowers Lei Making – Thursday, September 22^nd 12:30pm – Join Leslie from Brandwine for Lei making using Autumn Silk flowers. Class limited to 14 MUST sign up.

Motivational Collages- Wednesday, September 28^th 1:30pm – Sponsored by Care One. Create Your own personal life coach. Motivational collages often include figurative elements and pictures, along with inspirational phrases.

Fall into Fall With Music by Scott Brandt- Thursday, September 29^th 11:00am – 1:30pm

Hello Autumn!! Join us for great food, great music, 50/50. Sign up with Jodi and Mary in the kitchen!!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ATTENTION… PLEASE MAKE NOTE

• ESL (English as a Second Language) Class has been moved to Tuesdays at 10:45am in Auditorium 2
• Zumba has moved to Fridays at 10:00am starting September16th
• (Free Demo on September 9^th )
• Mahjong Lessons with Gail Weber begin in November. Sign up starts Monday, October 3^rd.

                                                        Please see Jasmine in the office

OCTOBER- Save The Dates- SIGN UP at Office

Pink Out Party- Wednesday, October 5^th 12:30pm – Sponsored by Brandywine Assisted Living.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, join us in wearing or trimming yourself in pink. There will

be light refreshments and games.

Allocating Assets and Basic of Stocks and Bonds- Thursday, October 6^th 12:30pm- Maury Randall is back!! Dr. Randall briefly reviews what is happening in investment markets and describesome of the basics in analizing stocks and bonds including risks and potential returns. General information only, Dr. Randall is not a fiduciary.

October Birthday Cake Celebration!- Wednesday, October 12^th 12:00pm Time to celebrate our center members with Birthday’s in October! Please sign up at the office with Jasmine.

Pie a la Mode Social- Thursday, October 13^th 12:30pm – Sponsored by Town Square Adult Day Care. Who doesn’t love a slice of pie with a scoop of ice cream on top?

Horseracing- Wednesday, October 19^th 12:30pm – Place your bets and win a prize!

Pumpkin Decorating- Thursday, October 20^th 12:30pm- Sponsored by Princeton Care Center, Lindsay’s back! Join us for some creative fun with pumpkins!

Halloween Masquerade Party - Thursday, October 27^th 11:00am – 1:30pm Woot Woot!! Joe Grillo is back! Break out your best mask we’re havin a party!! FRIENDS 50/50.

                          Sign up with Jodi and Mary in the kitchen!! 732.329.6171

Middlesex County Office of Aging & Disabled Services

Meal Program

Please join us for a delicious and nutritious lunch!

Lunch is served from

11:30AM -12:15 PM

 Penn Medicine Princeton Health

is proud to partner with the

South Brunswick Wellness Center

to provide you with convenient access to medical care, lab work, community education and physical therapy.

• Lab/Phlebotomy Services: Tues. 8-12 noon walk in only
• Physical Therapy: By appointment (609) 497-2230
• Primary Care- Dr. Jose C. Vagario By appt (609) 395-2470

Septembers events:

 Mental Health First Aid Training

Wednesday, September 14^th 8am – 5pm

The training will help you identify and understand signs and symptoms of individuals who may be dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, trauma, psychosis, and deliberate self-injury. You will also learn how to respond in a mental health crisis, offer support to someone who appears to be in emotional distress and, if necessary, guide the person to appropriate services.

Register.

Blood Pressure Screening- Tuesday, September 20^th 10a – 12p

Walk in's only