Jewish Family Service Village Community Specialist Tina Serota.
MARGATE Adults over 50 can start the new year with 11 unique, interactive and entertaining virtual and in-person programs offered through The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties.
Nurse's Roundtable: Beating the Winter Blues, Wednesday, Jan. 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join Nurse Educator Lori Pasahow and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota to share self-care tips for getting through the shorter, darker, colder days of winter before the lovely early morning sounds of the songbirds return in March. RSVP by Jan. 2.
Positivity Project: Morning Refresh, Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Start your day in an upbeat way. Explore positivity with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota. You'll learn ways to boost wellness mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by Jan. 3.
The Village Film Society, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, Colette, starring Keira Knightly as author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, who moves to Paris after agreeing to ghostwrite a semi-autobiographical novel for her husband. The book's success inspires her to fight for creative ownership and overcome the societal constraints of the early 20th century. This movie can be viewed on Netflix. RSVP by Jan. 5.
BINGO, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 1-2 p.m.
Join friends and neighbors for an afternoon of BINGO games and prizes with Tina Serota. BINGO cards will be delivered to those who register in advance. This event is free for Holocaust survivors and Village members. For non-members, the cost is $5 payable prior to Jan. 9 to Tina Serota.
Memoir Workshop: Hybrid, Friday, Jan. 13, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Experience the thrill of capturing your life's adventures, history, and ancestry at the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing, Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. You'll need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave. or via Zoom. RSVP by Jan. 10.
Comfort Cooking Healthy & Delicious: Winter Warmth, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join Bernadette Getzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes us on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. You'll learn about cooking your favorite winter meals in new ways by taking existing ingredients and substituting healthier options. RSVP by Jan. 11.
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 7- 7:30 p.m.
Join JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for an evening retreat. Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by Jan. 11.
Coffee Klatch: Hybrid, Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Your world in 60 minutes! Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, arts, religion, and more. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. or via Zoom. RSVP by Jan. 13.
Lunch Around Town, Friday, Jan. 20, 12-1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends and neighbors while supporting a local restaurant. This month, we'll dine at Nucky's Kitchen & Speakeasy, 5211 Ventnor Ave. in Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and fun conversation with good friends. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by Jan. 13.
Evening Yoga with Candice, Monday, Jan. 23, 7-8 p.m.
Join Candice Martin for a Yoga class via Zoom. Find balance and tranquility while experiencing mental, physiological and spiritual rejuvenation as you enjoy quiet stillness and gentle body moves that burn off excess energy. Wind down to a deeper state of relaxation and prepare for your evening rest. RSVP by Jan. 16.
Village Trivia Challenge, Thursday, Jan. 26, 4-5 p.m.
Test your knowledge and compete for the top prize from over 6,000 possible questions. Topics include science, geography, history, music, theater, movies and more. This event is free for Holocaust survivors and Village members. For non-members, the cost is $5 payable prior to Jan. 20.
Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free to participate. RSVP for any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or [email protected]. A Zoom link will be emailed to you. Mask wearing encouraged for in-person events.
