CLARKSBORO — If you are over 55 and live in East Greenwich Township, please join us for our monthly meetings. We meet the first Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. in the East Greenwich Municipal building on Democrat Road.
We welcome new members to help us rebuild our senior group into an active group with planned activities and outings. Please come to our meetings to help us promote more activities in our community. For additional info, email us at seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com.
Senior Services Annual Fall Luncheon
The East Greenwich Senior Citizens Committee invites seniors over 55 to join them for lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Botto’s Italian Line Restaurant in Swedesboro. This luncheon is to get to know our seniors’ needs and interests and to promote social interaction and safety within the community.
Please note that seating is limited to 100 people and you must fill out the registration form and deliver it to the clerk’s office at the East Greenwich Municipal Building (159 Democrat Rd., Mickleton, NJ).
For questions or cancellations, contact us at seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com. The deadline to sign up for this event is Friday, Sept. 19.
Staying Safe in East Greenwich:
What Seniors Need to Know About Today’s Crime Trends and Scams
Join the East Greenwich Township Police Department for an important update on current crime patterns and the latest schemes targeting our seniors, including frauds, thefts, and scams, so you can protect yourself and your loved ones.
The event will be held on Sept. 30 at 3 p.m. in the EG Municipal Courtroom.
E-mail blasts
Are you signed up to receive East Greenwich email notices? We have updated the sign in page. Go to eastgreenwichnj.com. Tap on the picture with the phone icon and “Stay informed with the latest news, events, and announcements. Sign up now.”
Type in your name and email address on both the Township News and the Senior News to get notices from the township about township meetings, notices regarding changes in trash schedule or other services and events, announcement of upcoming events in the township, Senior Game Day dates, and other senior events put on during the year.
Senior Game Days
East Greenwich Seniors are meeting for some social time and playing games. They have been playing a large variety of games, including card games, board games, tile games, and other standards.
You are welcome to bring a game and see who would like to play it with you or come join in games with others. Come out to meet new friends or reacquaint with someone from the past at this casual friendly get-together.
September Game Days this month are Sept. 11 and 25. These Game Days are being held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Evangelical United Methodist Church at 14 W. Cohawkin Rd in Clarksboro.
There is an elevator available and the church encourages it to be used as there are steps down to the game room. Any questions, contact us at seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com
Coffee Meet-ups
We will be meeting up at the Death of the Fox on the third Tuesday of every month. Mark your calendars.
Come out, bring a friend and visit with member of our senior population at the Death of the Fox Brewing Company on Sept. 16 from 9:30 to 11a.m. Drop in for a cup of their wide array of gourmet coffee, espresso, tea, and Italian soda. They also have hot chocolate.
Just a casual get-together to meet old and new friends from our community. You are welcome to bring food with you if you want to enjoy a treat with your beverage.
The Death of the Fox is located in the Villages of Whiskey Mill at 119 Berkley Road, Unit B, in Clarksboro. Come out and join us.
Senior Men’s Breakfast
The East Greenwich Senior Men’s Breakfast will meet on Sept. 11 at 9 a.m. We will meet at the Swedesboro Diner on Kings Hwy in Swedesboro, next to Spirit Dodge.
All participants are responsible for paying for their own meal. Send any questions to seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com with your name and phone number.
Medical Equipment Reuse Program
Gloucester County Senior Services (856-384-6900) is accepting donations of new or gently used medical equipment, unopened nutritional supplements and incontinence supplies. Items they receive will then be offered free of charge to county seniors in need.
Calling all artists
It’s time to share your passion with fellow creatives from East Greenwich. The EG Senior Art Club is welcoming all seniors who enjoy drawing, painting, crafting, needlework, beading, sculpture, mosaics, miniatures, quilting, stained glass and more. We meet every Monday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Evangelical United Methodist Church at 14W Cohawkin Road.
If you are just getting started in your “art journey” this is a great opportunity to learn from other members. Our group consists of friendly, sharing people.
Bring your supplies. There are no fees.
No formal instruction given; however, the members are very happy and willing to share their knowledge and expertise.
There are tables, chairs, water, and rest rooms. Enjoy meeting “like-minded” people and sharing your art journey.
Beginners are welcome. Please email jackie.gordon31@yahoo.com or call Jackie at 609-471-2275 with questions.
