MARGATE – Adults over age 50 can kick-off the new year with six unique, interactive and entertaining in-person and virtual programs in Jan. offered through The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Countie. r
Positivity Project: Morning Refresh, Thursday, Jan. 4, 10:30 a.m.
Explore positivity with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota. Learn ways to boost wellness, mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation and resiliency. RSVP by Jan. 2.
The Village Film Society, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 10:30 a.m.
Join Village Film Enthusiast and Historic Cinematic Buff Tom Celandine and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, “Maestro,” which chronicles the complicated lifelong relationship of legendary conductor/composer Leonard Bernstein and his wife, Felicia Montealegre Bernstein. Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Picture, the film stars Bradley Cooper, who has been nominated for best actor and best director. The movie can be viewed on Netflix, streamed for free on Plex and Tubi, and rented or purchased on Google Play or Vudu. RSVP by Jan. 7.
Lunch Around Town, Wednesday, Jan. 10, noon-1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. Dine at Bocca Coal Fired Bistro, 7805 Ventnor Ave. in Margate. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by Jan. 5.
Memoir Workshop, Friday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history and ancestry with the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing Harriet Levin Millan. Bring a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by Jan. 8.
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m.
Join JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for an evening retreat. Shake off the chilly Jan. days and prepare for a restful sleep. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. RSVP by Jan. 15.
Coffee Klatch, Thursday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m.
Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, arts, religion and more. Also, there will be an update on the war with Israel and the increase of antisemitism. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave. in Margate or via Zoom and a link will be emailed to you. RSVP by Jan. 15.
Unless noted, all programs are free to participate. You must RSVP for any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed. The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore is a membership program for adults age 50+. The program offers grocery shopping and delivery, intergenerational events, transportation, Kosher Meals on Wheels and more.
