October 22, 2025

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Center for Modern Aging Princeton

A Semi-Weekly Eblast

THE ROCKETTES AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL DAY TRIP

Thursday, December 4, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Fee: $200

Kick off the holiday season with a dazzling day trip to the Big Apple! Join us for an unforgettable experience seeing the world-famous Radio City Rockettes in the spectacular Christmas Spectacular. Before the curtain rises, we'll fuel up with a fun and delicious lunch at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Times Square!

Your ticket will include orchestra level seats for the show, lunch in the city, round trip transportation, and all tips and fees. 

Registration closes on November 4 and space is limited to get your tickets now!

THE LATE SHIFT — WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT CMAP

PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT WITH AARP (Zoom)

Wednesday, October 22, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Retirement planning doesn’t have to be daunting. Learn tips for determining if you are on track and learn practical strategies to help you achieve retirement peace of mind. It’s never too late to take charge of your financial future.

Registration required, no fee.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT WATCH PARTY “MATERIALISTS” (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, October 22, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

“Materialists” is a witty and stylish new romantic comedy from Celine Song (“Past Lives”), starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. Set in New York’s elite matchmaking scene, it explores whether true love can survive in a world where everything—even romance—comes with a price tag.

Genre: Romance/Comedy/Drama; Runtime: 1 hour, 57 minutes; Rated: R

Registration required, no fee. 

YOUR GUIDE TO HOME CARE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Wednesday, October 29, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Navigating home care can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to determine the right type of support for yourself or a loved one. Join Liz Charbonneau, former owner of Homewatch CareGivers, for an informative presentation that will provide a clear overview of home care services and what to consider when choosing the best fit. Participants will learn the difference between home healthcare and home care, the various types of services available, and how to evaluate providers.

 The program will also cover important topics such as costs and payment options, including private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans’ benefits, Medicaid, and disability resources. Additional discussion will include how to develop a care plan, and the pros and cons of hiring a caregiver through an agency versus privately.

Registration required, no fee.

UPCOMING GROUPS

NEXT CHAPTER WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS (Hybrid)

Wednesday, October 22 at 11:00 a.m.

EARLY-STAGE MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT (Hybrid)

Thursday, October 23, 3:00 p.m.

LET'S TALK (Hybrid)

Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m.

Read group descriptions HERE.

GROUP/PROGRAM LOCATION KEY:

NSK – Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning at 101 Poor Farm Road

SPB – Suzanne Patterson Building at 45 Stockton Street

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H – Hybrid Group/Program

Thank you to our featured sponsors:

WELCOME WEDNESDAYS

(In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, October 22, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Join us for Welcome Wednesdays at CMAP, where you’ll explore everything we have to offer! Your visit will begin with a guided tour of our facilities, giving you a firsthand look at the resources and spaces available to you. After the tour, enjoy informative, hands-on sessions with our social services team, programs department, and tech experts. This is a great opportunity to learn about the wide range of activities, services, and technology we offer to enrich your life. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover the exciting opportunities that await! 

Registration required, no fee. 

LIVE FROM...GLOBAL VIRTUAL WALKING TOURS (In-Person at NSK Location)

Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $5 per session

October 23 — Haunting Histories: Ghosts and the Soviet Grip on Tbilisi

Join us for virtual travel through new and exciting “Live From” walking tours of various countries from around the globe. Hear from live, local tour guides as they walk you through city streets discussing history, culture, architecture, and so much more.


Please note: Live From tours are live and can be weather and guide dependent. Locations will be promoted and emailed to those who register to receive notifications ahead of each trip but may change at the last moment.

Payment is accepted at the door!

NUTRITION TIPS FOR AGING WELL (Zoom)

Thursday, October 23, 11:00 a.m.–noon

Join Mindy Komosinsky, registered dietitian/nutritionist and certified diabetes care and education specialist, to learn ways to build solid nutrition habits that can pave the way for a healthier brain and body as you age. Topics include nutrition for maintaining cognitive health, promoting strong bones, preserving muscle mass, and preventing or managing some chronic conditions.

Registration required, no fee.

AGELESS GRACE (In-Person at NSK Location)

Friday, October 24, 9:30–10:30 a.m.

Fee: $5 per session

This unique group exercise program is specially designed to boost cognitive skills and enhance physical function through body-brain exercises. Ageless Grace is backed by research in neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to reshape and adapt through new experiences. Each exercise targets key brain functions like memory, sensory perception, motor skills, and thought processing. 

Instructor: Allyson Toth

SCAMS PREVENTION (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Monday, October 27, 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Learn to spot and stop tech scams! This class provides practical skills to identify common ploys like phishing emails, tech support cons, and deceptive pop-ups. Through real-life examples and engaging, educational videos, we’ll equip you with the knowledge to protect your personal information and devices from scammers. You’ll learn the red flags to look for and what to do if you encounter a scam.

Instructor: Nick Macy

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TED TALKS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Tuesdays in October, 10:30 a.m.

Together we’ll watch a TED Talk then participate in an awesome discussion led by Helen Burton. Everyone’s invited! This month’s buzzworthy topics:

October 28 — Joshua Bell: 300 years of classical music in eighteen minutes

Registration required, no fee.

TEATRO DE LA MAESTRANZA PRESENTS: “ORIGIN. THE SEED OF TIME” (Hybrid In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, October 31, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Fee: $5

Join us for a special screening of “Origen. La semilla de los tiempos” featuring the famous Accademia del Piacere (music ensemble), the Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía (dance company), and the Teatro de la Maestranza (opera house). Enjoy the musical dance journey somewhere between tradition and the avant-garde. Where Baroque music enters into dialogue with flamenco, traveling through the history of Andalusia in a story that gives pride of place to emotion, memory, and scenic beauty in this memorable performance.

MEDICARE APPOINTMENTS (In-Person at NSK Location)

Every Monday of the month

Our Medicare expert, Roderick Spann from Senior Advisors, will be on-site every second and fourth Monday to assist with Medicare-related questions, enrollment, and guidance. Stop by for personalized support and expert advice!

UNITED WAY (In-Person at NSK Location)

Get Personalized Support for NJ Save, Get Covered NJ, and SNAP!

Our United Way Resource Specialist will be available to provide assistance with NJ Save, Get Covered NJ, and SNAP applications. Whether you have questions or need guidance, we’re here to help.

COMMUNITY WITHOUT WALLS (CWW)

Community Without Walls is a membership organization of individuals dedicated to pursuing mutually supportive activities to enhance members’ ability to grow older in their own homes and communities, for as long as possible, successfully and with dignity.


For more information, head to our website https://cmaprinceton.org/community-without-walls/.

PICKLEBALL MANIA

Join us for pickleball instructions sessions available for everyone from beginners to intermediate, private lessons to larger group workshops! You can even rent our court for your own private group play in our climate controlled gym! Learn more about our programs and check out next months schedule on our website below.

PINGPONGPARKINSON (In-Person at SPB Location)

Wednesdays in October, 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Ping pong is a global sports movement which offers physical exercise as an effective way to improve Parkinson’s symptoms.Join us in a supportive and engaging environment beginning with some fun body warm-up exercises, ping-pong technical demonstrations/lessons, gameplay, song and laughter.

Registration required, no fee.

TABLE TENNIS (In-Person at SPB Location)

Every Monday and Friday, 1:00–4:30 p.m.

Join us for camaraderie, exercise, and fun! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all skill levels are welcome to participate in this energetic and exciting sport. Come and enjoy the game with us!

Registration required, no fee.

VIRTUAL COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

Be sure to take a look at the CMAP "Virtual Community Bulletin Board" to see what our community nonprofits are offering. 


Upcoming events are posted on a weekly basis.

GROUP/PROGRAM LOCATION KEY:

NSK – Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning at 101 Poor Farm Road

SPB – Suzanne Patterson Building at 45 Stockton Street

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H – Hybrid Group/Program

Cost should never be a barrier to learning! 

Senior Scholarships are available for all our programs.

To request a scholarship, go HERE.

Please note that Zoom assistance is available,

please click HERE to request tech help.

Tel: 609.751.9699 |  info@cmaprinceton.org | website: cmaprinceton.org

A STEADY LIGHT THROUGH CHANGING TIMES

Because you have been engaged in CMAP programming, we invite you to make a donation to help continue our work with older adults across the region. 

While we are “Doing Business As” Center for Modern Aging, many financial institutions may list us as Princeton Senior Resource Center. Checks can be accepted under either name. For our tax ID number, please contact cgomes@cmaprinceton.org or call 609.751.9699, ext. 108, if needed.

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