Needlepoint crafts are made under the direction of volunteers, and are sold at craft sales. Our Mailing Committee prepares mailings for non-profit community groups , as well as our monthly newsletter, the Senior Prime Times. The newsletter is mailed or distributed to 1,300 people each month. The recreational and educational programs enhance the quality of life for our older residents. Activities include talks, musical programs, knitting and crocheting, art workshop, current events discussions, crafts and the popular day trips.
Bus trips visit places of interest in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The Summer Seminar Series, a six week program of lectures on current topics of interest are held at the Madison Library during July and August. The coordinator also works with the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee, Trip Committee, and the Senior Center Board of Trustees, meeting monthly to oversee Senior Center's activities and events. Finally, the Senior Center provides information to families on services for their older family members. Information is available on county services such as chores, home aides, doctors and dental expenses and housing. The Borough of Madison along with a grant from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation completely finances all the senior citizen programs.