'FunDay Monday' at North Hempstead Beach Park

For many seniors suffering from cases of “The Mondays,” there is a series of events at North Hempstead Beach Park this summer to bring some fun back into the beginning of the week.

“FunDay Monday,” which is hosted by the Town of North Hempstead Department of Community Services, offers seniors the opportunity to enjoy games, music, dancing, entertainment and exercises.

A new addition to the program is a farmer’s market that will allow seniors to purchase fresh produce.

The program’s most popular events are the Health Fair on July 27 and HomeTown USA on August 24.

FunDay Monday kicked off Monday, July 6. Activities are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Here’s the FunDay Monday Summer Event Schedule:

July 6 : “Rock Into Summer”

• Come on back for a FunDay Monday reunion with a performance by the acclaimed Vic Vincent group.

July 13: “Beach Party”

• Odds are you’re going to love the great Stan & Edie!

July 20: “Tribute to Broadway”

• You don’t need to travel all the way to the city to enjoy the sounds of Broadway, with Sweet Lorraine.

July 27: “Senior Health, Education and Information Fair”

• Do you know someone who would benefit from the information and services at our annual Health Education Fair? Invite them to come or bring them along with you for this fun and FREE event.

August 3: “Hawaiian Luau”

• Take a trip to the Polynesian Islands with the amazing Dance Aloha, and let your dreams come true in Blue Hawaii.

August 10: “Swing Season”

• A celebration of big band music from the 1940s onward, performed by Jerry Costanzo.

August 17: “Mardi Gras”

• A tribute to jazz with Vincent Rhodes.

August 24: “HomeTown USA”

• An exciting celebration of American traditions with crafts, hobbies, demos, musical performance by the Banjo Rascals, a classic car show and a special Salute to the Armed Forces.

Seniors can also participate in the following activities:

• Line Dancing— 10 a.m.
• Zumba at 10 a.m.
• Fitness— 11 a.m.
• Mahjong— 11a.m.
• Tai Chi— 12:30 p.m.

For more information, or to arrange for free transportation, contact the Town Call Center at 311 or 516-869-6311.

Images via Town of North Hempstead