Senior Services Of The Chathams has a busy January.

FREE SNOW REMOVAL FOR ELIGIBLE CHATHAM SENIORS – AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT WINTER 2016-17 SEASON.  The Chatham Senior Center, in partnership with Chatham High School students and the Chatham Safe Routes to School Committee, is offering free snow removal from walkways and sidewalks for eligible seniors and disabled persons. To learn more about the program, contact Center Executive Director, Pam Mansfield at srcenterpam@comcast.net.

Special Program, “SHARING THE WORLD WITH RAPTORS” – Fri., Jan. 13, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. at the Chatham Senior Center.  Presented by The Raptor Trust, one of the premier wild bird rehab centers in the U.S. Program includes live raptor. Audience is limited to 40. Must sign up.  Soup lunch for attendees. 

Beginner Bridge Instruction – Tues., 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., starting Jan. 17, 2017.  For the true beginner, rusty player, or those wanting to learn modern bidding. $5/class + $15 a book. Must sign up.  Instructor: Rick Hartley. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.

Book Club, Tues. Jan. 17, 2017 at noon.  “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry”  – by Gabrielle Zevin.  A tale of transformation and second chances. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents. 

Balance Workshop, Wed., 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Jan. 18 – Mar. 22, 2017 at the Chatham Senior Center.  Sessions include in-depth knowledge about how balance works from the ground up. Will improve balance with targeted exercises to do in class and at home.  Goal of sessions is to minimize risk of falling, increase functionality in daily life and help maintain independence. $75, includes 10 classes and workbook. Class size is limited to 10 people to allow for one on one attention.  Second class offered at 11:15 a.m. if enough interest. Must sign up.  

Beginner Bridge Instruction, Tues., 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. starting Jan. 17, 2017.  For the true beginner, rusty player, or those wanting to learn modern bidding. $5 per class + $15 book. Must sign up.  Instructor: Rick Hartley.

Blood Pressure Screening, Thurs., Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Provided by Chatham Hills SubAcute Care Center, Chatham.  Open to the public.

Call 973-635-4565. The Senior Center is located at 58 Meyersville Rd. Chatham. For more information and additional programs, go to  www.chathamseniorcenter.org.