The East Greenwich Senior Citizen Committee offers a range of regular and special activities for residents over age 55 to build friendships and foster community involvement.
Meetings and Volunteer Opportunities
Monthly meetings: First Thursday, 10 a.m., East Greenwich Municipal Building, 159 Democrat Road, Mickleton. Our next meeting is on Oct. 1.
New members and volunteers are always welcome to help plan events and promote programs.
Contact: seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com for questions, volunteering, or ideas for new activities.
Ongoing Programs
Coffee and Perks: We started a new format for our Coffee Meetups. We are having a guest speaker each meeting. On Sept. 15, we had Debbie Bundens who was a White House corresponding secretary for Nancy Reagan and Laura Bush.
On Oct. 20, we have Bruce Hooper from the Environmental Committee and Native Gardener talking. Remember, we meet the third Tuesday of the month, 9:30 – 11 a.m. at the Evangelical United Methodist Church, 14W. Cohawkin Road, Clarksboro. It is a casual gathering with complimentary coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks. Come out and bring a friend.
Men’s Breakfast Club: Second Thursday, 9 a.m. at Swedesboro Diner (Kings Highway, Swedesboro). Each person pays for their own meal. Next date: Oct. 8.
Art Club: Mondays: 1 – 4 p.m. at EU Methodist Church, 14 W Cohawkin Road. We welcome anyone interested in art, crafts, and creative projects. Bring your own supplies. No fees or formal instruction. For art club details, contact egartclub@yahoo.com
We have begun the Drum2BFit program for our seniors beginning on the third Friday of each month at the EUM Church. The next one is on Oct. 16 from 12-1 p.m.
It is geared to our seniors and a fun way to get some exercise. It is an outside organization so it will be a $10 fee (paid in advance) to participate in the hour program. If you think you would be interested, let us know by sending an email to our site: seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com.
Senior Game Days: The Senior Committee has started up a shuffleboard and cornhole activity day as well as board/card game instruction! These will be held on the first and third Wednesdays at the EUM Church in Clarksboro. Next dates: Oct. 7 and 21. Looking to learn or play specific games? If there is a game you want to learn or play, email us at seniors@eastgreenwichnj.com.
Walking Club: The East Greenwich Seniors invite anyone interested in improving your health and exercise routine to join us for a walk at Thompson Park on Wolfert Station Road (weather permitting). Walk at your own pace and choose the distance you want. We meet at the back parking lot at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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