The Senior Center is located at 58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham, NJ. Phone: 973.635.4565. chathamseniorcenter.org
FREE PAINT – Thursdays, thru – Aug. 9, 10 a.m. The art room is open for you to work on your own creations. Call Center at 973.635.4565 for further details. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS: HIBISCUS – Mon., July 9, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Be creative and paint a masterpiece! All supplies provided. All levels of ability welcome. Limited class size. Sign-up required. Fee: $15. Instructor: Annette Lissy. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
NUTRITION SERIES: “DEHYDRATION MAKES YOU PRUNEY—THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING WELL-HYDRATED” – Tues., July 10 at 12:15 p.m. Dehydration is one of the most common causes of hospitalization. Seniors are more at risk for dehydration because body water content and thirst sensation both decrease with age, and decreased kidney function associated with aging can result in electrolyte imbalance. The class is invited to make and taste a variety of summer beverages that help to ensure sufficient hydration. Presented by Heather Gerding, 2nd degree student at the College of Saint Elizabeth in the Nutrition and Dietetics concentration. Please sign up. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE – Wednesdays, July 11─Aug. 15, 9 to 11 a.m. High school student volunteers will provide assistance for your laptop, tablet, cell phone, etc. Call the Center to schedule a one-on-one appointment. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP – Fri., July 13, 11 a.m. Monthly support for caregivers group. Call Center at 973.635.4565 for further details. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE – Mon., July 16, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Refresh your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road. This defensive driving program is geared for the “over 50” population by offering help with age-related changes. Course completion could earn you a discount on car insurance. Will be completed in one full-day session with breaks. $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Checks only (payable to AARP) and must be paid in advance. Must sign up. Call Center at 973.635.4565 for further details. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
FICTION BOOK CLUB – Tues., July 17, 12 p.m. This month’s selection is INTERPRETER OF MALADIES by Jhumpa Lahiri. New members always welcome to join in the discussion. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING – Thursdays, July 19 & Aug. 16, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Walk-ins OK. Provided by Barnabas Health Retail Pharmacy/RWJ Barnabas Health. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
BLUEBERRIES─NEW JERSEY’S WONDER FRUIT, Mon., July 23, 12:30 p.m. Presented by Judith Krall-Russo, food historian. The cultivated berry has roots in the NJ Pinelands. Elizabeth White along with Dr. Fredrick Coville, proved that the “swamp huckleberry” could be cultivated. Learn the history of this fascinating berry and the contribution Elizabeth White of Whitesbog made to their cultivation. Today, the blueberry is touted as a wonder fruit with a host of healthful benefits. Learn about the history, health benefits, and a variety of ways to preserve and savor these berries. This program is funded by the NJ Council for the Humanities. Please sign up to attend. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
NONFICTION BOOK GROUP – Fri., July 27, 11 a.m. This month’s selection is JUST KIDS by Patti Smith. New members welcome! Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
RAISING A SEEING EYE PUPPY – Mon., July 30, 12:30 p.m. Until a Seeing Eye dog is ready for training, he or she lives with a local family. Local Chatham teens will bring in their puppies and talk about the responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of raising a Seeing Eye puppy. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
