This Week
Programs meeting virtually on Zoom as well as in-person programming
NEW! SATURDAY PICKLEBALL: INSTRUCTED OPEN COURT (In-person at SPB Location)
Saturdays in April, 10:00 a.m.–noon
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
Join us on Saturdays for Pickleball Instructed Open Court. This program is designed for beginners with little to no experience. You will learn the basics, play real games, and run drills to improve skills with guidance from our instructor. Space is limited to 6 participants with a minimum of 3.
Instructor: Carolyn Dardani-Horensk
PICKLEBALL BEGINNER BOOTCAMP: TWO-A-DAYS (In-person at SPB Location)
Wednesday and Thursday, March 29 & 30), 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Fee: $60 resident/$75 nonresident
PICKLEBALL NEXT LEVEL BOOTCAMP: TWO-A-DAYS (In-person at SPB Location)
Wednesday and Thursday, March 22 & 23, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Fee: $60 resident/$75 nonresident
PICKLEBALL INSTRUCTED OPEN COURT (In-person at SPB Location)
Wednesdays in March, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
PICKLEBALL GROUP COURT RENTALS (In-Person at SPB Location)
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident per hour per group
Reserve our pickleball court located in our Suzanne Patterson Building at 45 Stockton Street! Reservations are on a first come, first served basis. For available dates and times, please see the Pickleball Group Court Rental Form: princetonsenior.link/PickleballMarchGroupRental
PICKLEBALL “3 AND ME” (In-person at SPB Location)
Thursdays in March, 9:30–10:30 a.m. or 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Fee: $20 resident/$25 nonresident
PICKLEBALL INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
FULL MOTION FITNESS (In-person at SPB Location)
Mondays, beginning April 3 through April 24, 8:30 a.m.
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
Join us in-person for an energetic and fun workout designed to get the body moving through a variety of exercises set to lively music. This course is welcoming and inclusive to all fitness levels. Minimum of 6 participants.
Instructor: Cynthia Adams
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Full Motion Fitness/Sculpt & Stretch — Want both? Sign up for a limited time discount offer.
SCULPT & STRETCH (In-Person at SPB Location)
Tuesdays, beginning April 4 through April 25, 8:30 a.m.
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
This total body sculpt and stretch class focuses on helping you to grow stronger while improving your range of motion through the use of light hand weights, resistance bands, and gentle stretching. This course is welcoming and inclusive to all fitness levels. Minimum of 6 participants.
Leader: Cynthia Adams
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Full Motion Fitness/Sculpt & Stretch — Want both? Sign up for a limited time discount offer.
THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD EXERCISE: FOUR-SESSION WORKSHOP (In-person at SPB Location)
Wednesdays, beginning April 5 though April 26, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
Through the use of gentle movement and directed attention to reorganize connections between the brain and body for the purpose of improving movement and enhancing function, Feldenkrais Method helps participants increase ease and range of motion, improve flexibility and coordination, and rediscover a capacity for graceful movement. Participants are encouraged to bring their own exercise mat. If they do not have one, a mat will be provided. Space is limited to 15 with a minimum of 6.
Leader: Jaclyn (Jackie) Boone
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GENTLE YOGA + NIDRA — SPRING QUARTER (Zoom)
Mondays beginning April 3 through June 26 (no class 5/29, 6/19), 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $80 resident/$90 nonresident
This expansive workshop encompasses yoga postures, yogic breathing, yoga sounds which create profound deep relaxation, and some meditation. It is suitable for new students and seasoned practitioners. Participants will need a yoga mat and/or clear floor space, water bottle, and comfortable clothes.
Instructor: Joy Cline-Okoye
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MINDFUL CHAIR YOGA & MEDITATION — SPRING QUARTER (Zoom)
Thursdays beginning April 6 though June 29, 10:00 a.m.
$80 resident/$90 nonresident
Chair yoga is a gentle, versatile form of yoga using a chair. It is adaptable for all skill levels and abilities and therapeutic in nature. Students will learn techniques to gain flexibility, strength, and balance while increasing range of motion in a relaxing class that moves at a mindfully slow pace. Important note: please do not use a rolling chair or a chair with arm rests.
Instructor: Lyn Lilavati Sirota
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EVERY BODY WALK! (In-Person)
Beginning April 4, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.
Every Body Walk! returns for the 2023 season. This free program offers excellent options for safe walking in and around the beautiful trails of Princeton. Walking sticks and canes are welcome. This program is offered in partnership with Progression Physical Therapy. For more information, including walking locations by date, go to www.progressionpt.com or call Progression Physical Therapy at 609.454.3536. Maximum 35 participants.
Leader: Ruth Kaplan. Registration through PSRC, no fee.
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TABLE TENNIS (In-Person at SPB Location)
Mondays and Fridays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Come for camaraderie, exercise, and fun! All skill levels are invited to participate in this energetic sport.
Registration required (no walk-ins), no fee.
MARCH REGISTRATION
APRIL REGISTRATION
DEMENTIA AND MEMORY WORKSHOP (Zoom)
Tuesday, April 4, 4:00–5:30 p.m.
This is for anyone affected by a loved one or friend with memory loss. Participants will learn techniques for communication and relationship building. Lisa Bayer, certified dementia practitioner of Always Best Care will lead this workshop.
Registration required, no fee.
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TED TALKS (Hybrid – In-person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesday, March 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Adam Grant: Are you a giver or a taker?
First we watch a TED Talk, then we discuss it. Discussions are facilitated by Helen Burton. All are welcome.
Registration required, no fee.
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THE FULL MONTY UKE BAND EXPERIENCE (In-Person at NSK Location)
Thursday, March 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Welcome to The Full Monty Uke Band Experience! This ukelele band formed five years ago at the Montgomery Senior Center and continues to practice and perform all over New Jersey. Playing almost every genre of music — from ballads and country; folk to rock; oldies to contemporary — you’ll have a blast at our show.
Registration required, no fee.
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PUPS & CUPS (In-Person at NSK Location)
Thursday, March 30, 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour of socializing and pet therapy at our 101 Poor Farm location! A certified therapy dog will be available to provide comfort, cuteness, and relaxation, along with the opportunity to socialize and enjoy some hot beverages. You can learn more about pet therapy, pet a good dog, or join us for some casual conversation. No matter what, Pups & Cups is a relaxing afternoon of fun.
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FRENCH RENDEZ-VOUS WITH FRANCOPHONE AUTHORS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Fridays starting March 31 through April 28 for 5 sessions, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Fee: $60 resident/$65 nonresident
In this conversational French series, students will explore works from different francophone fiction writers. Prior to each rendez-vous, the instructor will email abstracts of texts from both classical and contemporary authors including playwrights. Students will be encouraged to exchange their comments and critiques in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The class is designed for advanced French speakers. Maximum 15 students with a minimum of 5.
Instructor: Brigitte Aflalo-Calderon
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FYI SEMINAR — “WHAT IS A LIFE PROGRAM?” (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesday, April 4 at 3:00 p.m.
Capital Health LIFE offers coordinated, community-based care that supports independence for older adults. People who participate in a LIFE program remain independent with medical and social services provided at home and at the LIFE Center. We will discuss all the exciting social and physical wellness offerings during this presentation.
Presenter Brianna Eusebio is a community liaison for Capital
Registration required, no fee.
Sponsors: Homewatch CareGivers, NightingaleNJ Eldercare Navigators, Penn Medicine Princeton Health, and RothKoff Law
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LIBRARY READS (Zoom)
Monday, April 3 at 1:00 p.m.
Calling all readers — Princeton Public Library staff will showcase some great recent and notable book titles to add to your to-be-read list. You can also ask for personalized book recommendations.
Presented by Princeton Public Librarians
Registration required, no fee.
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FREE AARP TAX ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS (In-person at SPB Location)
Fridays through April 14 — limited appointments available
AARP sponsors free tax assistance for low and moderate-income people through the AARP Tax-Aide program. AARP volunteers who are certified by the IRS will be available to prepare and electronically file individual Federal and New Jersey State returns. These volunteer preparers are particularly familiar with tax regulations and rebate programs that affect seniors.
A pre-appointment packet may be picked up in advance or filled out at the time of your appointment. Call PSRC for packet pick-up locations and hours or the packet can be found online: https://ta-nttc.tiny.us/Tax-Aide-Intake-Booklet.
By appointment only.
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UPCOMING GROUPS:
LET’S TALK (Hybrid)
Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m.
GLOBAL CONVERSATIONS (Zoom)
Mondays at 1:00 p.m.
CAREGIVERS GROUP (Zoom)
Monday, March 27 at 3:00 p.m.
NEXT CHAPTER: WIDOWS & WIDOWERS GROUP (Hybrid)
Tuesday, March 28 at 11:00 a.m.
THE DONALD AND NANCY LIGHT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY LAB
Our well-appointed and roomy Tech Lab welcomes you with brand new PC’s and Mac computers. Stop by to check your email, get some work done, connect with friends and family, or surf the web. Tech assistance is available two ways: in-person on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., and virtually, Monday through Friday.
For any questions about programs and groups, please email programs@princetonsenior.org and you will be connected with the program team member who can best assist you.
