Years of the Maplewood NJ Senior (Older Adult)
St Patrick's Day luncheon for seniors at the Maplewood Senior Center, March 14th. Cost $5 per person. Advanced registration required. Call 973-763-0750 to reserve your spot.
Attention Sr. Club members. The next meeting of the Senior Club is March 13, 2019 at 10 am at the Senior Center.
March 2019 Events of Interest To Seniors From SOMA Two Towns For All Ages:
Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information:
www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org
New Events:
“Writings on Paper” - Join John Straus, a writing teacher at Rutgers-Newark, in this new class to share relaxing ways to get words on the page. No computers or phones: just paper and pens. Pre-requisites are flexibility and humor. Fridays March 1, 8, 22 & 29, 1-3:30 pm at the Maplewood Senior Center. $20 for all 4 classes. Sign up at (973) 763-0750 or www.Maplewood.recdesk.com
The Strollers Present: “An Enemy of the People" by Arthur Miller, The Burgdorff Center, March 15, 16, 22 & 23 at 8 pm, Sunday March 17 at 2 pm. Box office (973) 761-8453 or www.TheStrollers.org ; Seniors - $15
SOMA Film Festival, Wed. March 20 - Sun, March 24, The Woodland
The SOMA Film Festival features and supports independent and emerging filmmakers with the believe that independent film can change the way people experience the world. For information and tickets go to: https://www.somafilmfestival.com/
Makers Month - South Orange Public Library will celebrate Makers Month for the fifth year with a variety of creative programming beginning Friday, March 1st, and continuing throughout the entire month, highlighted by a special, all-day celebration, Makers Mayhem, on Saturday, March 23, from 11am – 4pm.
Ideas Festival - Maplewood Memorial Library is gearing up for the 6th annual event celebrating the talent and creativity of our community. The Festival will begin on Saturday, March 23 and end on Saturday, April 6 with Tina Kelley receiving the Maplewood Literary Award. Except for Makers Day, all programs will be held at the Main Library. Additional details are available at www.maplewoodlibrary.org.
Recurring:
Mondays
Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, noon – 3pm
- No experience necessary!
Mahjong Mondays, Maplewood Senior Center, 1 - 3 pm
- Drop-in for mah jong. We have the tiles, the coffee & the cookies.
- For beginners, experts and everyone in between.
Tuesdays
Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Library 5-7pm
- Drop in for free one-on-one support for using your e-reader, tablet, smartphone, or other electronic device.
March Events
Saturday, March 2
Yard and Garden Q&A for Newbies and Curious Minds,” Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am
- Want to feel confident about replacing that struggling rosebush, start a new garden, or identify poison ivy? Then don't miss Maplewood Garden Club’s workshop, where a panel of MGC gardening experts will field questions on a wide variety of topics.
Monday, March 4
Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm
- The Plight of the Pollinators – Natives to the Rescue
- John Black, president of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey, will cover just what we mean by “native plants” and why our pollinators need them. He will discuss pollinators in general as well as go over some relatively common plants that they depend on. Come find out how to make your garden pollinator friendly.
Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm
- "A Prayer for Owen Meany," by John Irving (moved from Feb. 25)
Tuesday, March 5
Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon
Virtual Reality Demo for Adults, South Orange Library, 1pm
SOMA Speaker Series - Tax Appeal Seminar, Maplewood Senior Center, 7pm
- Craig Smith, Apraiser and tax appeal expert will discuss the processs and whether your house is a good candidate for an appeal, with time for Q&A
- free but please register at https://adamsonramsey.com/taxappeals
Wednesday, March 6
Just Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, noon
- free but rsvp by March 4 to (973) 763-0750
Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1pm
Adult Health Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 3:30 -5 pm
Read Around the World (Brazil), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- “The Invisible Life of Euridice Gusmao” by Martha Batalha.
Thursday, March 7
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1 pm
- Speaker: Ziyuan Meng, Professor of Computer Science at Drew University
- Topic: Cybersecurity
Coding for Moms (and other grownups), 10:30am
- Learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting.
Columbia High School presents "Mary Poppins," Columbia High School, 5:30 pm, doors open 5pm
- Seniors invited to view the final dress rehearsal for free!
- Come and see the fabulous talent of our high school students.
- Need transportation? Call (973) 588-0863
Friday, March 8
Food & Flowers, South Orange Library, 3:30pm
- Explore flower arranging
Folk Friday, Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., 7:30 - 9:30pm
- bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments. Join in playing, singing, or listening with us and bring refreshments to share!
Saturday, March 9
Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10 - noon
- A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric.
Sunday, March 10
Classical Maplewood –A series of Classical Music in the Heart of Maplewood, The Woodland, 4pm
- Enjoy an afternoon of fine music in the casual setting of the Woodland’s Great Hall.
- Selections include Mozart, Schumann, Le Beau, Brahams, Beethoven, Dvorak and Faure.
- Free and open to all
Monday, March 11
Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10 - 11:30 am
- Computer Basics
S.O.S. - Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm
Unsung Spaghetti Westerns, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- Learn about great films beyond the familiar titles, and how they influenced modern westerns.
Ecology & Economy: Resolving Our Climate Crisis, Congregation Beth El, 222 Irvington Ave., South Orange, 7:15 - 8:45pm
- Five panelists from the fields of economics, communications, engineering, biology, and law will explore such questions as: what is an ethical response to climate change, can news help us live better, and is “growth” always good? The interactive forum will involve the audience in a constructive dialogue.
- The public is invited to attend, admission is free, and registration is required.
- Register at register: http://bit.ly/ecologyforum
Wednesday, March 13
Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am
Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1 pm
- A Star is Born (2018 version)
SOMA GranNannies, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30pm
Memory Cafe, Livingston Bagel, 37 E. Northfield Rd Livingston, 10:30 - 11:30 am
- Hosted by Arden Courts
- Memory Cafes are an informal setting that provides caregivers with a forum for discussion ranging from practical tips for coping to community resources.
- Questions? call (973) 736-3100
Thursday, March 14
St Paddy Day's Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am
- Corned beef lunch with all the trimmings!
- $5, Rsvp by March 11 to (973) 763-0750 or www.Maplewood.recdesk.com
Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- “The Corrections,” by Jonathan Franzen
- Facilitated by Dennis Donahue, PhD, former Director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Justin Williamson, Special Agent with the FBI
- Topic: Becoming & Working as an FBI Agent
Friday, March 15
Deadline for Essex County Legacies Writing Contest
Saturday, March 16
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am
- Learn about the disease stages, risk factors, research, treatments and resources.
Medicare for All, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am
- Co-hosted by Maplewood Senior Share and SOMA Action
- Presenters: Bennet Zurofsky & Dr. Lloyd Alterman
Happiness is a Choice, South Orange Library, 2 - 3 pm
- John Leland, author of "Happiness Is a Choice You Make: Lessons from a Year Among the Oldest Old," will read and talk about his new book
Sunday, March 17
In the Revolutionary Style, Durand-Hedden House, 1 - 4 pm
Monday, March 18
Transportation Classes by NJTips@Rutgers, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am or South Orange Library, 1pm
- Join us for a CLASSROOM program where you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to ride the bus, train, and alternative options to get around safely in your area.
Tuesday, March 19
Overlook Health Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon
- Colon Health/ sleep education, BMI and glucose screening provided
Reception for Marian Roffman, South Orange Library, 2pm
- Come and see Marian Roffman, South Orange Senior Social Worker, as she begins her retirement
Wednesday, March 20
Creative Writing, South Orange Library, 1pm
Adult Health Clinic, Hilton Branch, 3:30 - 5pm
- Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. Drop in.
Thursday, March 21
Blood Pressure Screening, The Baird, 9:30am
South Orange Senior Circle, The Baird, 11am
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Eugene Lieber, Lecturer & Professor Emeritus of History, Essex County College
- Topic: Brexit & Other Nationalists Movements in Today's Europe
Foreign Film Series: The Conversation by Coppola, 1974, South Orange Library, 6:30pm
- Brought to you by Friends of the South Orange Public Library
Friday, March 22
Food & Flowers, South Orange Library, 3:30pm
- Explore flower arranging
US Army Band – Jazz Ambassadors Concert, Columbia High School, 7 pm
- The Jazz Ambassadors is the United States Army’s premier big band. Concerts include something for everyone, from classic big band standards to instrumental and vocal solo features, patriotic favorites, contemporary jazz works, and original compositions. For this concert only, several Columbia High School jazz musicians will sit in with the band!
- While the concert is free, you must have a ticket to attend. Email deborah.gaines@gmail.com for tickets and include your name and address as well as the number of tickets requested (maximum of 4).
- Or, pick up tickets at the South Orange Library or the Maplewood Senior Center
Saturday, March 23
NJ Maker's Day, Hilton Branch Library, 10 am - 1pm
- High-and low-tech activities for kids, teens and adult will include stereoscopes, CD spinners, spool knitting, vorpal robotics, and a project with Maplewoodshop.
Monday, March 25
Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7 - 8:30 pm
- "An American Marriage," by Tayari Jones
Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10 - 11:30 am
- Gadgets - smartphones, tablets, etc.
Mahjong Mondays, Maplewood Senior Center, 1 - 3 pm
- Drop-in for mah jong. We have the tiles the coffee & the cookies.
- For beginners, experts and everyone in between.
Tuesday, March 26
Digital Assistants, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Smart speakers
Wednesday, March 27
Guided Painting, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:15am - 1:15pm
- $15, all supplies included!
- (973) 763-0750 or www.Maplewood.RecDesk.com
Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm
- "The Front Runner"
De-Stressing your Life, Hilton Branch, 3pm
- A Cardiac APN will talk about the effect of stress on your body, and how to prevent stress in your everyday life.
From Policy to Practice: Stripping Down the Language, Business and Complexity of Women’s Sexual Health, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- Rachel Braun Scherl, Jennifer Weiss-Wolf and Candice Davenport
Thursday, March 28
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Guest speaker: Ashad Aziz; artist
- Topic: sustainability in clothing and reducing our carbon footprints by design
Spring Egg Hunt - Egg Filling, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm
- Join in the preparations for the annual egg hunt.
- Lunch will be served
Alzheimer's 101, Alzheimer's NJ Office, 425 Eagle Rock Ave, Suite 203, Roseland 11 am - noon
- Free but pre-registration required by calling 888-280-6055 or online at www.alznj.org
- This program provides a comprehensive overview for anyone who wants to learn about memory loss, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, warning signs, planning for the future and access to community resources.
Taffy Brodesser-Akner& Ilena Silverman, Maplewood MainLibrary, 7pm
- Akner is a staff writer at the New York Times Magazine and writes for the newspaper’s Arts & Leisure section. Silverman is the Features Editor of the New York Times Magazine.
Friday, March 29
From Plate to Plate, South Orange Library, 3:30pm
- Cultivate your green thumb!
Saturday, March 30
Arts & Music Reception, Maplewood MainLibrary, 3pm
- Chad Hunt, Photographer. Live music with the James White Band.
Sunday, March 31
Volunteer Fair, the Loft at SOPAC, 2 - 4 pm
- Looking for ways to share your time and talent? Come to the 2nd annual community-wide volunteer fair.
- Dozens of local non-profits will be on hand to discuss their work and how you can help them.
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Email just received from Cathy Rowe:
Saturday March 16
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am
Learn about the disease stages, risk factors, research, treatments and resources. Presented by The Alzheimer’s Association.
Medicare for All, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am
Co-hosted by Maplewood Senior Share and SOMA Action, Presenters: Bennet Zurofsky & Dr. Lloyd Alterman
Happiness is a Choice, South Orange Library, 2 - 3 pm
John Leland, author of "Happiness Is a Choice You Make: Lessons from a Year Among the Oldest Old," will read and talk about his new book. Music and refreshments afterwards
Monday, March 18
Transit 101 for Seniors
Rutgers NJTips, in Partnership with SOMA Two Towns for All Ages, is offering local seniors a mobility and resource training program:
"Transit 101 - Everything You Need to Know to Get Around"
Plan transit trips, pay the fare, and access your favorite places without a car.
Part 1: Is a classroom setting, held in the libraries on March 18, where you’ll learn
everything you need to know about how to ride the bus, train, and alternative options to
get around safely in your area.
Part 2: is a field trip– after a brief review of what was learned in the classroom, it’s time
to put plans in motion and board the bus or train and travel to a local destination
of interest. You must attend Part 1 to be part of Part 2.
Seniors can choose to go to class at either location : Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am/ South Orange Library 1:00 pm
The FIELD TRIPS are planned for April 12 & 26
March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month.
Come to the following events to raise awareness, get education and a free testing kit!
March 19th
Atlantic Health System's Healthy Avenues Van, 10 am-12 pm, outside of Maplewood Town Hall, 574 Valley St.
March 27th
Get Rollin' with the Colon! 11am -1 pm, Come walk through a giant inflatable colon at Ricalton Square in Maplewood! (across from the movie theater). See attached flyer
While there are now more than 1 million survivors of colorectal cancer in the United States due to earlier screening and advanced treatment options, deaths from colorectal cancer among people younger than age 55 have increased 1% per year from 2007 and 2016. Learn how screenings can improve outcomes and help people beat this disease.
SOMA Two Towns For All Ages is holding their 2nd annual volunteer fair on Sunday March 31, 2019 at SOPAC from 2 - 4 pm. Lots of local community based organizations will be there with volunteer positions on offer for persons of all ages, skill levels, and interests. Any not-for-profits interested in getting a table for the event should call 973-558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com. Attendees are asked to consider bringing a donation of non-perishable food for our local food pantries.
Email I just received from Cathy Rowe:
Events of Interest To Seniors For April, 2019
Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information:
www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org
The new issue of the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Newsletter is available on the website
Under the publications tab
Volunteer Fair – Sunday, March 31, 2-4 pm
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, SOPAC Loft
Looking for ways to share your time and talents? Come to the annual community-wide volunteer fair to meet dozens of community organizations looking for volunteers.
Interested in Going to a Broadway show?
- There are still a few seats left for the Maplewood Senior Center trip to see “Tootsie” on April 17. Tickets & bus $111. Call (973) 763-0750
- The South Orange Maplewood Adult School is offering tickets to “Burn This” on Friday, May 3, for the 8pm performance. Tickets $159. To sign up, go to: www.somadultschool.org
Recurring Events
Mondays: Mah Jong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm
- Drop-in or bring a friend
Tuesdays: Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
- Drop in for free one-on-one support for using your e-reader, tablet, smartphone, or other electronic device.
Fridays: Scrabble at the Maplewood Senior Center, 10-noon
- Drop-in
Monday, April 1
Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 - noon
The Art of the Interview, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- Alison Stewart, host of WNYC’s “All of It” changes roles and answers the questions. Hear about the secret sauce of great interviewing and what happens when live radio goes badly.
Wednesday, April 3
Just Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon
- Free and open to all, but rsvp by Monday, April 1 to (973) 763-0750
- Stay after to help fill eggs for the annual egg hunt
Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
Ideas Festival: Dr. Khadijah Costley White, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- What Even Was the Tea Party? Right-Wing Activism, Media, and Politics Pre-Trump.
Thursday, April 4
Coding for Moms (and other grownups), Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am
- Learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting.
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Karen Gevirtz, Author & Professor of English at SHU
- Topic: MDs, Moms & Meds: The Birth of Big Pharma
Ideas Festival: Fred R. Profeta Jr. and Paul Profeta, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- How the Maplewood of their youth led to their contributions in local leadership, philanthropy, sustainability, and organic agriculture
Saturday, April 6
Ideas Festival: Tina Kelley, Maplewood Literary Award, Maplewood Main Library, 2pm
- Tina Kelley, journalist, poet, author, will be interviewed by Library Director Sarah Lester, and will receive the 2019 Maplewood Literary Award.
Monday, April 8
Computer Class, South Orange Public Library, 10 - 11:30 am
- Internet Basics
S.O.S. - Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm
- Queen bee – meet a bee keeper
Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 pm
- “The Bountiful Herb Garden” by Caren White, Garden Steward of Rutgers Herb Garden and a lifelong gardener.
Tuesday, April 9
Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon
The Seton Hall University Faculty Jazz Ensemble, SOPAC, 7:30pm
- The Seton Hall University Faculty Jazz Ensemble will be celebrating its ninth appearance on the Jazz ‘n the Hall series at SOPAC. Come
- Tickets: $5 in advance, Free day of show
Wednesday, April 10
Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am
Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- Bohemian Rhapsody
Read Around the World (Canada), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- Brother by David Chariandy
Thursday, April 11
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Robert Pallitto, Author & Chairman of the Dept. of Political Science & Public Affairs at SHU
- Topic: Special Counsel's Investigation of the President
Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- Madame Bovary
- Facilitated by Dennis Donahue, PhD, former Director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT
Friday, April 12
Folk Friday, Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., 7:30 - 9:30pm
- bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments. Join in playing, singing, or listening with us and bring refreshments to share!
- Contact: lnovemsky@comcast.net, (973) 763-8293
Saturday, April 13
Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10 - noon
- A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric.
Spring Egg Hunt, Maplewood Memorial Park, 11am
- Bring the grandkids to this annual event
Sunday, April 14
SOS/SHU Documentary “A Community for All Ages,” SOPAC, 2pm
- Come enjoy the 4th annual collaborative documentary of South Orange Seniors and Seton Hall’s Communications Department
Tuesday, April 16
Spring Wreaths, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm
- $10 includes all supplies
- Sign up at (973) 763-0750
Wednesday, April 17
Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
Cancelled - Just Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon
Thursday, April 18
Free Blood Pressure Screenings, The Baird, 9:30am
South Orange Senior Circle, The Baird, 11am
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Fr. Lawrence Frizzell, Director/Founder & Associate Professor, Jewish-Christian Studies Graduate Program at SHU
- Topic: Passover and Easter in artistic expression
Monday, April 22
Computer Class, South Orange Public Library, 10 - 11:30 am
- Microsoft Word Basics
Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7 - 8:30 pm
- "The Scribe of Siena," by Melodie Sinawer
Living With Alzheimer’s for Early Stage Caregivers, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Get practical answers and hear from those directly affected in this 2 of a 4 part series.
Wednesday, April 24
Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- "Greenbook"
Managing Diabetes, Hilton Branch Library, 3pm
- Nearly 29.1 million people in the United States have diabetes, as many as 1 out of 4 don’t know they have the disease. Jennifer Meyers, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, will discuss how to best manage diabetes to stay healthy throughout your life.
Guided Painting, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:15-1:15
- $15, all supplies included!
- Register at (973) 763-0750 or www.maplewood.recdesk.com
April 24-28
Django a Gogo, The Woodland
- A week-long festival in the heart of Maplewood
- Schedule and tickets at http://www.maplewoodartsandculture.org
Thursday, April 25
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Andy Lehren, Investigative Reporter for the New York Times
- Topic: current investigations
Foreign Film Series: Paris, Texas by Wenders, 1984, South Orange Public Library, 6:15pm
- “Paris, Texas”
Saturday, April 27
Blood Mobile, Maplewood Main Library, 10 -1 pm
Sunday, April 28
Shuttles, Spindle & Flyer Wheels: Hand Spinning & Weaving in the 21st Century, Durand Hedden House, 1-4pm
- Essex County Hand Spinners Guild will demonstrate the magical art of spinning fibers into yarn on hand spindles and spinning wheels, some antique or traditional, some contemporary with a modern look. Visitors will be invited to try their hands at spinning and weaving.
April 29
Associated Humane Societies Low Cost Wellness Services Clinic, Maplewood Municipal Building
9 am- 3:30pm
- No appointment necessary, vaccines and other services, $10-25
April 30th
Low Cost SPAY/NEUTER SURGICAL Clinic, Maplewood Municipal Building, 9 am- 3:30pm
- Appointments required for spay/neuter surgeries, call (973) 824-7080 x 118.
- Cats: $75-85; dogs $95-105
Attention MAPSO Seniors. Now is the time to register for the MAPSO Milers Walking Team Competition. Participation is limited to 8 teams of four = 32 seniors. Call Michelle at 973-763-0750 to register. Contest runs from May 17, 2019 to June 14, 2019. Track your steps for 4 weeks. Team with the most steps wins. Pedometers provided. Each member of the winning team gets a $50 gift card from ShopRite.
Wednesday, April 3
Just Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon
- Free and open to all, but rsvp by Monday, April 1 to (973) 763-0750
- Stay after to help fill eggs for the annual egg hunt
This has changed. Filling eggs is at 10:00 am followed by lunch for those who helped fill the eggs.
Just received the following email:
Registration is open for the following spring classes at the Baird. Classes must meet minimum registration in order to run, so please don’t wait to sign up.
Morning Arts and Crafts with Rachel
11:15 AM-1:15 PM
$16
Mosaic 4/11/2019
Handmade Paper 5/9/2019
Paper Cut Art 6/13/2019
Enjoy a relaxing time with your friends making projects using a variety of easy crafts techniques. At each of our meetings this spring we’ll explore a different artistic medium. We’ll mosaic flower pots in the Pique Assiette technique, make handmade paper, and make paper cut art. Come join in the fun for one or all of our sessions. Rachel Asarnow is an artist living in New Jersey. She has been an artist her whole life and studied art as an undergraduate at Brandeis University. She is a current recipient of a Folk Arts Apprenticeship Grant from the NJ State Council on the Arts and has had the opportunity to apprentice with the Jewish papercut artist Deborah Ugoretz. She also teaches and works in fiber arts, drawing, painting and mosaics, and organic gardening. Adult Class.
Intro to Journaling
5/7/2019-6/4/2019
11:15 AM-1:15 PM
$110
Enjoy the benefits of journaling in a book you make yourself. We’ll make a handmade journal during our first class, and then each session we’ll explore creative projects to fill it with. Projects may involve sewing, papercutting, printmaking, collage, drawing, writing exercises, and more. We’ll mix things up for a second five week session and provide new artmaking experiences, including a different type of book.
Rachel Asarnow is an artist living in New Jersey. She has been an artist her whole life and studied art as an undergraduate at Brandeis University. She is a current recipient of a Folk Arts Apprenticeship Grant from the NJ State Council on the Arts and has had the opportunity to apprentice with the Jewish papercut artist Deborah Ugoretz. She also teaches and works in fiber arts, drawing, painting and mosaics, and organic gardening.
Just received the following email:
Hello,
Please note the following corrections and additions to the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages April Calendar and Newsletter:
Cancelled:
· April 10, The 7pm Reverse Mortgage Workshop at the Maplewood Senior Center
Added:
· Tuesday, April 9th, 10 am : “Learn How to Walk Safely in the Neighborhood &Benefits of Walking and Healthy Living”
· Giveaway prizes & a helpful, interactive presentation
· Maplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Ave
Corrections:
Senior Fitness Day is MAY 17th (not 3rd)
Last call for tickets to see “Tootsie “ on April 17th. Call (973) 763-0750 for details. 4 seats left!!
joan_crystal said:
New class for seniors: Writing on Paper, Fridays 1 - 3:30 pm, March 1 - April 5, 2019 (no class 3/15 or 3/22). Meets at Maplewood Senior Center. Fee: $20. Instructor: John Straus, writing teacher at Rutgers Newark. To register, call 973-763-0750 or register on-line at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program.
Just curious, if you know - why "on paper"? Most people I know, including most Seniors, do most of their writing with word processing these days.
from Bob Roe: Joan, thank you so much for your updates on activities on MOL. It is a real community service. It also shows how many activities people can become involved with right here in Maplewood and South Orange.
sac said:
joan_crystal said:Just curious, if you know - why "on paper"? Most people I know, including most Seniors, do most of their writing with word processing these days.
New class for seniors: Writing on Paper, Fridays 1 - 3:30 pm, March 1 - April 5, 2019 (no class 3/15 or 3/22). Meets at Maplewood Senior Center. Fee: $20. Instructor: John Straus, writing teacher at Rutgers Newark. To register, call 973-763-0750 or register on-line at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program.
I spoke with the instructor about that. He feels that writing on paper is preferable to writing via a keyboard. An added plus is that quite a few of our seniors do not use a computer and don't want to learn. This lack of computer comfort/literacy has posed a real problem in spreading the word to seniors in our community regarding programs and services that would be of value to them.
RobertRoe said:
from Bob Roe: Joan, thank you so much for your updates on activities on MOL. It is a real community service. It also shows how many activities people can become involved with right here in Maplewood and South Orange.
Thank you. Please feel free to use this space to post information regarding up coming health and wellness events and services of interest to Maplewood seniors.
joan_crystal said:
sac said:I spoke with the instructor about that. He feels that writing on paper is preferable to writing via a keyboard. An added plus is that quite a few of our seniors do not use a computer and don't want to learn. This lack of computer comfort/literacy has posed a real problem in spreading the word to seniors in our community regarding programs and services that would be of value to them.
joan_crystal said:Just curious, if you know - why "on paper"? Most people I know, including most Seniors, do most of their writing with word processing these days.
New class for seniors: Writing on Paper, Fridays 1 - 3:30 pm, March 1 - April 5, 2019 (no class 3/15 or 3/22). Meets at Maplewood Senior Center. Fee: $20. Instructor: John Straus, writing teacher at Rutgers Newark. To register, call 973-763-0750 or register on-line at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program.
Well, I definitely disagree with on paper being preferable in general although I get that some seniors don't use computers (although fewer and fewer as time goes by.) My life might have been entirely different if there had been computers and word processing generally available when I was in college. When I think about some of the amazing courses I avoided because of the "mechanics" of writing long papers, I am so sad to have missed out on them (mainly history.)
SAC: The next session of Writing on Paper began on April 5, 2019 and will continue through April 26, 2019. If there wasn't interest, the course would not be continuing. Cost is $20 for the month's session. Class meets Fridays from 1:30 pm to 4 pm at the Maplewood Senior Center. Instructor is John Straus, who teaches writing at Rutgers-Newark.
Email from Cathy Rowe:
Several of you attend the NJTips@Rutgers transit classes last month and chose field trip destinations. Details of the trips below. If anyone who did not attend the classes is interested in joining, please rsvp by Wednesday, April 10 for the first trip or Wednesday, April 17 for the second trip :
April 12: NJ Transit to Newark Penn Station with transfer to the Light Rail, ride through Branchburg Park to see the cherry blossoms
Departs South Orange Station at 9:36am, returns approximately 1:11pm
April 26: NJ Transit to New York Pen Station and Hudson Yards
Time tbd
Correction: The Easter Egg hunt at Memorial Park on April 13, 2019 will begin at noon NOT at 11:00 am as stated in the SOMA Two Towns For All Ages April Events Calendar posted above.
joan_crystal said:
Attention MAPSO Seniors. Now is the time to register for the MAPSO Milers Walking Team Competition. Participation is limited to 8 teams of four = 32 seniors. Call Michelle at 973-763-0750 to register. Contest runs from May 17, 2019 to June 14, 2019. Track your steps for 4 weeks. Team with the most steps wins. Pedometers provided. Each member of the winning team gets a $50 gift card from ShopRite.
I have been told that some teams are signing up with more than four members. If a team has more than four members only the top four scores will be counted and if such a team wins, only the top four scores will be eligible for the prize. I have also been told that more than 32 seniors can join the competition but only the first 32 will be provided with a pedometer. Additional competitors will have to provide their own.
joan_crystal said:
joan_crystal said:I have been told that some teams are signing up with more than four members. If a team has more than four members only the top four scores will be counted and if such a team wins, only the top four scores will be eligible for the prize. I have also been told that more than 32 seniors can join the competition but only the first 32 will be provided with a pedometer. Additional competitors will have to provide their own.
Attention MAPSO Seniors. Now is the time to register for the MAPSO Milers Walking Team Competition. Participation is limited to 8 teams of four = 32 seniors. Call Michelle at 973-763-0750 to register. Contest runs from May 17, 2019 to June 14, 2019. Track your steps for 4 weeks. Team with the most steps wins. Pedometers provided. Each member of the winning team gets a $50 gift card from ShopRite.
I expect that many may have fitbits or similar so the pedometer limit should hopefully not be a big problem.
I just read on the Village Green that the Teen Leaders Interact Club at the South Mountain YMCA is hosting a workshop to help seniors in our community better understand how to use their cell phone.
Date: May 5, 2019
Time: 1:00 pm - 3 pm
Location: South Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood, NJ
To register: email Tommy Donaldson at Tdonaldson@metroymcas.org
Cost: Free
Join the Rutgers University Chorus for a preview concert of our Hungary Tour repertoire before we hit the skies for Budapest! There's something for everyone in this program piled high with RUC classics, famous Hungarian melodies, sacred selections and pop tunes! We'd love to kick off tour week with our friends and family. Hope to see you there!
Friday, May 17, 2019 at 8pm
St. George's Episcopal Church
550 Ridgewood Rd., Maplewood, NJ
Preferred Seating $25
General Admission $10
Students/ Senior Citizens $5
Tickets available at the door or via email:
brian.harlow@Rutgers.edu
May, 2019 Event Calendar From SOMA Two Towns For All Ages:
Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information:
www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org
Special Events
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Presents the Conversation of Your Life/Senior Legal Series
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is proud to announce a speaker series focusing on the legal needs and concerns of older residents. We have joined the Essex Coalition for The Conversation of Your Life (COYL), a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, to educate residents about important discussions to have and decisions to make in the event that you cannot speak for yourself. In addition, several local partners will hold and host events addressing discussions, planning and legal documents that people should consider and explore. Look for COYL events on May 7, 15 and 30th.
Senior Fitness Day on May 17th! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm
- Both the Maplewood and South Orange Senior Buses will be available for transportation.
- Rsvp to (973)763-0750 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com
Maplewood Garden Club Annual Plant Sale, May 9 -11
- Maplewood Community Pool parking lot (187 Boyden Ave.)
- Hours: May 9: noon to 8 pm; May 10: 8 am to 8 pm; May 11: 8 am to 4 pm (rain or shine!)
- For more information, visit www.maplewoodgardenclub.org/plant-sale
The Strollers Present : "Fiddler on the Roof" at The Burgdorff Center,
- Fridays and Saturdays, May 3&4; 10&11; 17&18 at 8pm, Sundays May 5 & 12 at 2 pm
- Seniors - $20. Box office (973) 761-8453 or www.TheStrollers.org
InterAct Theater Group presents: A Funny Thing Happened on The Way To The Forum
- May 3-5, 10-12, 17&18, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm - Sundays at 4:00pm
- Senior(60+) $17-23 in advance at www.interactproductions.org
- South Orange Middle School (Little Theater), 70 N Ridgewood Rd, South Orange
Recurring
Mondays:
Project Healthy Bones, The Baird, 10 - 11:45 am
Mahjong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm
Thursdays:
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
Fridays:
Scrabble at the Maplewood Senior Center, 10 - 11am
May Events
Wednesday, May 1
Creative Writing, South Orange Library, 1pm
Artist’s reception for Lyman Dally: Imagination Uncorked, South Orange Village Hall Offices, 7-9pm
- Exhibition on view through May 20th
Thursday, May 2
Coding for Moms (and other grownups) Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am
- Learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting.
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Ulysses Dietz, Chief Curator Emeritus of the Newark Museum
- Topic: Sam Grant (Ulysses S. Grant), Samuel Clemens (Mark twain) and the Gilded Age
Friday, May 3
Cinco de Mayo, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am
- Preregister by calling (973) 763-0750
Book reading and Q&A with author Tim Johnston, Words Bookstore in Maplewood, 7:30pm
- Tim Johnston is the author of the novels Descent and The Current and the story collection Irish Girl.
Saturday, May 4
Walk with the Senior Advisory Committee, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am
- Meet at the Maplewood Senior Center to walk, talk and discuss senior programming and priorities.
Rahway River Cleanup and picnic, The Civic House (124 Dunnell Rd, Maplewood) 10am – 2 pm
Repair Cafe, Morrow Church, 2 - 4pm
- Bring us your broken items and we will try to fix them! Want to share your repair skills? Or just help/hang out and see what magic can be worked bringing beloved belongings back to life.
Art & Music Reception: Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm
- The May exhibit features wonderful hand-crafted items created by the Yarn and Fiber Arts Group. Live music will be provided by the Straus Brothers.
No Boundaries Benefit, The Woodland, 8-11pm
- A celebration supporting the work of Arts Unbound
- tickets prices vary and may be purchased at www.artsunbound.org
Sunday, May 5
Record Fair, The Woodland, 10am – 4pm
River Day, Skate House, by the Duck Pond in South Orange, 11- 4pm
Tech Cell Phone Workshop, YMCA - 13 Jefferson Ave., 1-3 pm
- The Teen Leaders Interact Club at South Mountain Ymca Are holding a workshop to provide hands-on learning for seniors in the community to help use cell phones. Light refreshments will be served
- Contact: Tom Donaldson at TDonaldson@metroymcas.org
Interfaith Holocaust Memorial Service, Our Lady of Sorrows Church (217 Prospect St, S. Orange) 3pm
- A March of Remembrance, gathering at Spiotta Park in South Orange at 2pm, will lead to the Annual Service at 3pm, held this year at Our Lady of Sorrows.
- This year’s speaker will be Stefanie Seltzer, a child Holocaust survivor and President of the World Federation of Jewish Child Holocaust Survivors and their Descendants.
- For more information about the SOMA Interfaith Holocaust Service, email rememberandtell@gmail.comor go to www.rememberandtell.org.
Maplewood Glee Club Spring Concert, St. Joseph's Church, 767 Prospect Street in Maplewood, 4pm
- It’s time to “get happy” with the Maplewood Glee Club. Their upcoming spring concert, entitled “Happy Together,” is all about happiness and joy. (Now, couldn't you use a bit of that?) $10
Monday, May 6
Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am
Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm
- The Bountiful Herb Garden
- Caren White is the Garden Steward of Rutgers Herb Garden and a lifelong gardener. She will tell us why timing and technique are the keys to maximizing the harvest from our herb gardens. Caren will explain how to plant and care for herbs, and also the best
Smart Money for Older Adults: How to Avoid Fraud & Scams, The Village Apartments, 10 - 11am
- Presented by Bernie Sokal, MoneyCare Financial, LLC
Tuesday, May 7
Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon
COYL Event “Personal Values,” The Woodland, 11:30am
- Join the Essex County COYL Coalition for a presentation and panel on Personal Values and Medical Care. The program will begin with a light lunch, feature a short film and include a panel discussing the importance and strategies for making your wishes clear when you can’t speak for yourself.
- Free and open to all but please rsvp to: SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863.
Wednesday, May 8
Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am
Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm
- "Can You Ever Forgive Me?"
Read Around the World (Germany), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- "This House is Mine" by Doerte Hansen
Adult Health Clinic, Hilton Branch, 3:30 - 5pm
- Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. Drop in.
Thursday, May 9
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Speaker: Rosann Bar, Dean of Business & Social Sciences at Ocean County College
- Topic: Mothers of the Civil War
Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- "In the Midst of Winter" by Isabel Allende
- Facilitated by Dennis Donahue, PhD, former Director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT
Friday, May 10
Folk Friday, Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., 7:30 - 9:30pm
- bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments.join in playing, singing, or listening with us and bring refreshments to share!
- lnovemsky@comcast.net 973 763-8293
Saturday, May 11
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10-12
- A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric.
Monday, May 13
S.O.S. Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm
Tuesday, May 14
Village Elections for South Orange Board of Trustees
- South Orange registered voters who need to confirm their voting district should contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 973-378-7715, ext.1 during regular office hours. On Election Day the Village Clerk’s Office can be contacted between the hours of 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Healthy Avenues Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10-noon
- Stroke health education and awareness
Wednesday, May 15
Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm
Conversations on Race: The Invention of Race & Its Implications, Seton Hall University Center - Chancellor Ste, 7:30pm
- This year’s conversation will be led by Dr. Nell Irvin Painter, professor emerita at Princeton and author of the New York Times bestseller, "The History of White People"
- Rsvp to audrey.rowe@twotowns.org or (973) 761-6116
Just Brunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon
- Free but rsvp by Monday, May 13
Spring Soiree, The Loft at SOPAC, Noon
- The South Orange Department for recreation and Cultural Affairs and the South Orange Library host the 8th annual special luncheon for ages 50 and up.
- Music provided by George Esposito, singing songs from Vegas to Broadway!
- $8 ($5 for Senior Circle members)
- Reserve your seat today by calling (973) 378-7754 x2 or stopping by The Baird.
COYL Event: “Guardianship – When is the Right Time?” Maplewood Main Library, 7pm
- This program will open with the documentary short “Edith & Eddie,” followed by a presentation and discussion on understanding how guardianship works in NJ by Drew Bauman
NJ Symphony Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 7-10pm
- Come and hear the Symphony for free as they practice
Thursday, May 16
Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm
- Spring Symposium with music by Hunter Hayes
Friday, May 17
Fitness Day! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm
Rutgers University Chorus preview concert of their Hungary Tour repertoire. St. George's Episcopal Church, 550 Ridgewood Rd., Maplewood, NJ, 8pm
- Senior Citizens $5; Preferred Seating $25; General Admission $10
- Tickets available at the door or via email:brian.harlow@Rutgers.edu
Poetry Reading, The Skate House on South Orange Duck Pond (Mead & North Ridgewood) 7 - 9 pm
- The South Orange Arts Advisory Council & Watershed Literary Events present a reading with award-winning poets Brenda Shaughnessy & Craig Teicher
Saturday, May 18
Healthy Living Tips from the Latest Alzheimer's Research, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am
- Learn the latest in diet & nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
Bus Ride to the Sands Casino
- $40, contact (201) 207-1120 or (973) 675-8564 for tickets & information
Yoga In The Park with Baker Street Yoga, Memorual Park, 9-11am
- Baker Street Yoga will be leading a morning yoga flow to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
- $30. register at www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-in-the-park-with-baker-street-yoga-tickets-58193161312
Sunday, May 19
Genealogy: It’s Not a Tree or a Chart – It’s a Story! Durand-Hedden House, 2pm
- Join genealogist and author Maureen Wlodarczyk at 2 p.m. to learn how to take a family tree chart and layer on history.
Mayfest, Springfield Ave, Maplewood, 11am- 5pm
- Featuring over 150 vendors, activities, food, live music by local bands, a DJ and performances by our local dance and exercise studios at the corner of Springfield Ave and Yale Street.
Monday, May 20
Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am
- Email basics
Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
- "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
Wednesday, May 22
Guided Painting, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:15-1:15
- $15, all supplies included!
Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm
- "The Favourite"
The Grand Opening of the Healthcare Center, Winchester Gardens, 4-7pm
- Hors d’oeuvres, Cocktails and Tours! Tours will be guided through all four neighborhoods: Sheffield Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Cambridge Long-Term Care Support, Nottingham Assisted Living and Manchester Memory Care
- RSVP by May 13 to Dasha Ciriak 862-236-0247 or daciriak@springpointsl.org
Thursday, May 23
Alzheimer's 101, Alzheimer's NJ Headquarters Office, 11 am - Noon
- 425 Eagle Rock Ave, Suite 203, Roseland
- Free but pre registration required by calling 888-280-6055 or online at alznj.org
- This program provides a comprehensive overview for anyone who wants to learn about memory loss, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, warning signs, planning for the future and access to community resources.
Foreign Film Series: “The Son's Room” by Moretti, 2001, South Orange Library, 6:15pm
- Brought to you by Friends of the South Orange Public Library
Friday, May 24
Hike & lunch in South Mountain Reservation, 11am
- exact location and trail will be decided the day before, based on weather and trail conditions
- register at SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863
Monday, May 27
Maplewood Memorial Day Parade, 8:30am
- Would you like to march in the annual parade? Call Cathy at (973) 558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 28
Identity Theft & Fraud Prevention, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am
- Learn about scams and identity theft, and how to protect yourself from them.
Wednesday, May 29
Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm
Senior Bus Trip to Jersey Shore
- Leaves the Maplewood Senior Center at 9am for Spring Lake
- (973) 763-0750
Thursday, May 30
Problems Falling Asleep, Hilton Branch, 5pm
- Specialist from St Barnabas' Sleep Center will talk about good sleep hygiene, how sleep affects your health, and common sleep disorders.
COYL Event: “The Conversation Project,” South Orange Library, 7pm
- This program feature the Conversation Project Toolkit and role-playing on how to have the emotional but important conversations with your family and friends on your wishes and plans.
Last minute additions & changes to the May 2019 calendar:
Addition: The South Orange Lions Club is sponsoring a trip to Atlantic City!
Saturday. May 4
Leaves South Orange 9am/leaves Atlantic City 5pm
$40 per person, Return of $15
Call Claudine Baptiste at (973) 243-7104
Flyer attached
CANCELLED: Tech Cell Phone Workshop, YMCA on Sunday, May 5
Edit: The topic for the Maplewood garden Club is Drama Queens: Dark Beauties for your Garden
Presentation by Lesley Parness
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Presents the Conversation of Your Life/Senior Legal Series
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is proud to announce a speaker series focusing on the legal needs and concerns of older residents.
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages has joined the Essex Coalition for The Conversation of Your Life (COYL), a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, to educate residents about important discussions to have and decisions to make in the event that you cannot speak for yourself. In addition, several local partners will hold and host events addressing discussions, planning and legal documents that should be considered beyond a will.
Beginning in April, dozens of New Jersey communities will be part of the COYL initiative to inspire and educate people about the value of advance care planning. The Conversation of Your Life (COYL), is part of the Mayors Wellness Campaign, a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and the New Jersey League of Municipalities. “We are doing nothing less than changing the culture in New Jersey around end-of-life care,” said Linda Schwimmer, President and CEO of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute. “We’re bringing people together for thoughtful conversations that ensure their own end-of-life wishes are honored. And we help people provide the gift of clarity to their loved ones.”
What is advance care planning and why is it important?
Advance care planning consists of sharing your preferences for end-of-life care with loved ones and doctors and putting them in writing, so in the case that you are unable to speak for yourself, the health care treatment you receive is consistent with what you want. More than anything, advance care planning is a gift of clarity for both you and your family. Indicating your preferences for end-of-life care well ahead of time saves your loved ones from having to make emotionally taxing decisions on your behalf; instead, they can have clarity in their actions and focus on spending time with you.
Advance care planning can be daunting – not only because it is difficult for many of us to think about aging and death, but also because there are a lot of terms and forms that can complicate the process. Most people have a will, but do not make legal preparations beyond that.
Of particular interest in Maplewood in South Orange will be two events sponsored by Garden State Equality for June’s Pride month activities. According to reports by the International Federation on Aging, advance planning and legal documentation is a higher need yet lower use among the senior LGBT community. Without such planning in place, important decisions could, under the law, fall to estranged relatives instead of someone’s life partner. The topics covered in the Pride Month events on June 17th and 21st are important for and apply to all older residents.
The planned events are free and open to all. Note that some require an rsvp.
The Conversation of Your Life/
Senior Legal Series
May 7
“Conversation of your Life - Personal Values,” 11:30am, The Woodland (60 Woodland Rd, Maplewood)
Join the Essex County COYL Coalition for a presentation and panel on Personal Values and Medical Care. The program will begin with a light lunch, feature a short film and include a panel discussing the importance and strategies for making your wishes clear when you can’t speak for yourself. Free and open to all but please rsvp to:SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863.
May 15
“Guardianship: When is the right time?” 7pm, Maplewood Main Library
The program will open with a showing of the Documentary short “ Edith+Eddie,” followed by a presentation and discussion on understanding how guardianship works in NJ, the process, issues and pitfalls.
May 30
“The Conversation Project,” 7pm, South Orange Library
This program features the Conversation Project Toolkit and role-playing on how to have the emotional but important conversations with your family and friends on your wishes and plans.
June 17
“Preparation for Aging,” 1- 3pm, The Woodland
Presented by Garden State Equality. Many older adults are aging without a plan in place. Issues around caretaking, power of attorney, wills, and other legal issues begin to come up and many older adults are unprepared to tackle these issues. This preparation workshop will help older adults to start thinking about a plan that is tailored to their needs.
June 21
SAGE Table: Dinner and screening of “GenSilent,” 6- 9pm, The Woodland
Presented by Garden State Equality. Why SAGE TABLE? To draw our community closer together, to alleviate the loneliness common to many LGBTQ seniors and to share stories and ideas. This is a space to begin a conversation about how we relate to people across age boundaries in our community, and how we can take action together. RSVP to Mayes@GardenStateEquality.org or 973-509-5428
From an email I just received that provides information regarding the Friends of South Orange Public Library Annual Book Sale:
Friends of the South Orange Public Library
Annual Book Sale!
Dates: Sat. June 8 10 am – 4 pm; Sun. June 9 10 pm – 3 pm
Location: The Baird – 5 Mead St., South Orange
Friends and Teachers Shop Early!
Join or renew before the sale and come for an hour of early shopping at 9 am Saturday! Teachers, bring your ID and stock up your next year’s classroom library!
The Friends heartily thank Sonny’s Bagels and Trader Joe’s Millburn for in-kind contributions!
I have been asked to add the following information regarding the South Orange Book Sale:
Book Donation Days
Wed. June 5 10 am - 3 pm
Thurs. June 6 2 pm - 7 pm
@ The Baird - 5 Mead St., South Orange
Sorry! We cannot accept the following: Encyclopedias, textbooks,
computer or other manuals; VHS, DVDs, CDs, or Vinyl;
mildewed, dirty, wet or falling-apart books. Luckily, all
books donated to the Green Bin outside the Library earn money too!
Volunteer! We want your help! friends@sopl.org
South Orange Public Library staff will be providing personal assistance in setting up your fitness tracker and providing help with your devices and their apps. Other electronic devices like Alexa, Google Home, and Vector the robot will also b featured.
Dates: June 11, 2019 at 11 am; or June 13, 2019 at 1 pm.
Featured Events
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New class for seniors: Writing on Paper, Fridays 1 - 3:30 pm, March 1 - April 5, 2019 (no class 3/15 or 3/22). Meets at Maplewood Senior Center. Fee: $20. Instructor: John Straus, writing teacher at Rutgers Newark. To register, call 973-763-0750 or register on-line at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program.