April 2: “Artic Wildlife Program” by David Ward, C.L.P., 10:30 a.m.
In August 2017, David went on a wildlife adventure that took him to Kuujjuaq, the largest Inuit settlement in Nunavik Territory, Quebec, to Ungava Bay Tassiujaq, and Leaf Bay. Although his guide did not guarantee that he would see any animals he saw everything from polar bears, musk ox and bearded seals. This presentation will also include pictures of icebergs and the northern lights as experienced during an Artic Summer.
April 9: “Frank Sinatra from Hoboken to Hollywood” with Gordon James, trumpeter, 10:30 a.m.
This program briefly covers the career of Frank Sinatra from his early days with Harry James and Tommy Dorsey, to the Capital years in the 1950s, to starting his own label and finishes with his movie career from the 1940s through the 1960s. Many classic Sinatra songs like “All or Nothing at All,” “Stardust,” “When You’re Smiling,” “I’ve Got You Under my Skin,” “Come Fly with Me,” “All the Way,” “The Lady is a Tramp,” “That’s Life,” “My Way,” and “New York, New York” will be some of the songs performed. Join us for a memorable, musical program.
April 10, 17 and 24. Three Part iPhone/iPad Workshop:
Get the Most from this Powerful Tool in your Pocket with Maureen Greenbaum, 10 a.m. At this workshop you will get answers for your questions and explore the benefits of individual iPhone apps such as “Find My Friend,” Google/Apple maps, podcasts, mail, health, camera, calendar, stocks and more. Participants will decide the class direction. Good for beginners and those with some proficiency who are interested in learning skills to make using the iPhone more effective and fun. Be sure to bring your iPhone or iPad. Advanced registration required. Space is limited.
April 16: “Feast for the Eyes” by Vanessa Young, Thirsty Radish, 10:30 a.m.
Take a journey from the ancient world to the present as we explore the connection between food and art. From elaborate classical mosaics to opulent Renaissance paintings to contemporary works depictions of food reflect culture. We will discuss changes in the way food and feasting have changed throughout history.
April 23: “Tooling Through Art” by Meg Wastie, Curator of Education, Museum of Early Trade & Crafts, 10:30 a.m.
Many masterpieces of world art contain depictions of hand tools and household artifacts. This presentation shows these artworks and focuses in on the tools. Pictures of objects from the Museum’s collection are juxtaposed with the art slides to show the similarities. Background on the artists, the art, and the artifacts is included.
April 24: “Earth Under Our Feet” by Debra Esposito, Morris Museum, 10:30 a.m.
This Geology program covers planet earth’s geology and then spends a section focusing on the formation of Puddingstone which is a unique stone found in Boonton, New Jersey, and was used to build many of Boonton’s walls and buildings. It also runs through Bearfort Mountain. This program is made possible, in part, by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State through the State/County History Partnership Program Grant, and administered in Somerset County by the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission.
April 26: “Smart Snacking” by Marisa Wagner, MS, RDN, ShopRite/Wakefern, 10:30 a.m.
Let’s be real, we all snack. Actually, snacking isn’t bad for you if you do it in moderation and make healthy choices. As boring as “healthy snacks” might sound, you will be surprised at just how tasty they can be. Learn the importance of snacking in a healthy way to help snap out of a day-time lull. Snacking can also be a healthy way to get some extra calories in between main meals. Sampling will be a part of this program.
April 30: BMI (Body Mass Index) & Blood Pressure Screenings, Atlantic Health Systems, Overlook Medical Center’s Mobile Health Van, 10:30 a.m.
BMI is used as a screening tool to indicate whether a person is underweight, overweight, obese or a healthy weight for their height. It is not a diagnosis. BMI is a person’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters. This tool is an attempt to quantify the amount of tissue mass (muscle, fat, and bone) in an individual, and then categorize that person based on that value. Blood pressures screenings will also be available.
The Warrenbrook Senior Center is located at 500 Warrenville Road, Warren, New Jersey. For more information call 908-753-9440 or visit: seniorcenter.us/sc/warrenbrook_senior_center_warren_nj
