Provided/Jewish Family Service Village Community Specialist Tina Serota leads a session on creating and maintaining a flower garden to display on your porch or deck.

MARGATE – Interactive, entertaining and informative virtual programs are being offered by Jewish Family Service’s Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore during the month of May. Family and friends can safely socialize and participate in these 12 fun and unique programs:

DIY Container Garden – Tuesday, May 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join garden and healthy eating guru Bernadette Getzler from her backyard for a demonstration on planning, creating and maintaining your own manageable vegetable container garden. Experience the joy of growing and sharing the bounty from your garden with family and friends. RSVP by April 29.

Hello Summer: Are you Prepared? – Wednesday, May 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join Nurse Lori Pasahow and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for an in-depth discussion about preparing for the summer season. We’ll explore your comfort level (unmasked vs. masked), in-person dining (indoors vs. outdoors), and concerns around social programs and activities, such as concerts, the beach, and travel. As COVID-19 variants loom, we’ll also talk about receiving a second booster. Bring your questions and concerns to the roundtable. RSVP by May 1.

The Positivity Project: Morning Refresh – Thursday, May 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll discover ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. Time to feed your mind and spirit! RSVP by May 2.

The Village Movie Society – Tuesday, May 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Teacher and coach Louise Marshall Hacker and Tina Serota discuss the movie, “Loving,” the true story about an interracial couple’s journey after being legally barred from their home state of Virginia. Watch ahead of time from the comfort of home then be prepared to share your thoughts. The film is available on Netflix. RSVP by May 6.

Bingo – Wednesday, May 11, 1-2 p.m.

Join friends and neighbors for an afternoon of fun 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. RSVP by May 4.

Memoir Workshop –  Friday, May 13, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history and ancestry at a Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. You need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by May 10.

Comfort Cooking: Healthy & Delicious – Tuesday, May 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join Bernadette Getzler for a food journey using fresh ingredients. Learn to cook Memorial Day recipes in new and inventive ways with healthier options. RSVP by May 12.

The Positivity Project: Evening Retreat – Wednesday, May 18, 7-7:30 p.m.

Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll discover ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. Time to feed your mind and spirit. RSVP by May 12.

Coffee Klatch: Hybrid – Thursday, May 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, the arts, religion and more. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person or from home via Zoom. Mask encouraged for in-person. For Zoom, a link will be emailed to you.

Evening Yoga with Candice – Monday, May 23 from 7-8 p.m.

Join Candice Martin for a Yoga class via Zoom. Find balance and tranquility while experiencing mental, physiological and spiritual rejuvenation. Burn off excess energy through gentle body movements, wind down to a deeper state of relaxation and prepare for your evening rest. RSVP by May 16.

Spring Bouquets with RainFlorist – Tuesday, May 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Create a seasonal floral bouquet at the Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave. This hands-on workshop will be hosted by Kim, owner of RainFlorist, located in Ventnor. This event is $5 for Holocaust Survivors, Village Members and JCC Members. For non-members, the cost is $15. Must RSVP and pre-pay by May 11 to Tina Serota.

Trivia Game Day – Thursday, May 26,  4-5 p.m.

Trivia 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 May 19 to Tina Serota.

Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free for community members. RSVP to participate in any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.

The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore is a membership program for adults over the age of 50. The program provides Iintergenerational events, transportation, grocery shopping and delivery, Kosher Meals on Wheels and more. For information or to join The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.

 

 

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