Events & Workshops

Whether you're interested in short courses led by expert faculty or engaging social and recreational activities, there’s something for everyone.

Please note: All guests driving to the Galloway or Atlantic City campus must register their car for each visit


Upcoming Events:

Tour of Poetry
Second Saturday Monthly Program
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield

During each session of this monthly program, an established poet will read original work, present an engaging lecture, and encourage participants to write & share something of their own. Participants will have an opportunity to have their poetry included in the Tour of Poetry Anthology.  
No registration necessary. 




Glove Basket
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Swan Bay Folk Art Center

In this workshop students will create a very functional basket for winter glove storage. A method of weaving a decorative band will be explored. 
To register call Niki 609-652-0366, class fee is $28. 

SCOSA Arts: Origami
Monday, November 10, 2025 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Stockton University Parkway Building

Join us to learn origami basics, and folding techniques to create origami designs.

Free for anyone 60+, 10 seats available. Email Fionna.Janson@stockton.edu to register. You will be notified via email by 11/4 if you have a seat.  
 

 The Noyes Arts Garage

Atlantic Center for Independent Living

NJ State Council of the Arts

The Gilded Age
Tuesdays until 12/8/2025
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom    
The Gilded Age is an American historical drama television series created and written by Julian FellowesThe Gilded Age are the boom years of the 1880s to 1900s. Society is undergoing economic and social change characterized by extreme wealth inequality and industrialization. The series explores conflicts of new money, from industrialism, and old money, which represents inherited wealth, the African American upper class, and the domestic workers who are considered a lower class. The series follows Marian Brook, a young woman entering 1882 New York City's rigid social scene with strict rules that cause drama, daily conflicts, and scandals between families of “new money” and “old money.” We will  discuss the numerous famous families who were members of The Gilded Age. 
Click on the event title to register for FREE.
Alzheimer's Caregiving Support Group 2025
Tuesdays at Noon, both on Zoom and in-person
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 12 - 1 p.m.
Location:  IN PERSON or ZOOM
Choice of IN PERSON or ZOOM Stockton University Parkway Building. Each session will include education and support with SCOSA's experts on caregiving and mental health.

Stockton University Parkway Building
10 West Jimmie Leeds Road
Galloway, NJ 08205
 
The building is located next to Clayton's Self Storage. Please note parking is in the back of the building, and you must buzz in at the back entrance where parking is located. Meetings are held in the conference room. Please do not arrive prior to 11:45 a.m.
Click on the event title to register for FREE.


Black Angels Over Tuskegee
Friday, November 14, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.
Location: Stockton PAC

Inspired by true events, Black Angels Over Tuskegee is a vibrantly energetic, emotionally captivating, award-winning drama that tells the story of six trail-blazing men who exhibited courage to excel despite overwhelming odds. The play follows the collective struggle of the first African American aviators in the United States Army Air Forces as they overcame Jim Crow-era injustices with intelligence, patriotism and brotherhood as they worked towards their dreams of an inclusive and fair society. Written and Directed by Layon Gray. 

Click on the event title to register before November 9th, ticketholders will be confirmed by November 10th. 
SCOSA has partnered with the PAC to offer a very limited number of SCOSA sponsored tickets to the older adults (age 60+) living in Atlantic County. Other tickets may be purchased for $28 through SCOSA. This applies to all tickets ordered through SCOSA for this show. 

Players and Playwrights
Third Saturday Monthly Program
November 15 - December 20, 2025 | 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: September 2025 - June 2026 John F Scarpa Academic Center, Room 210
Players and Playwrights (P&P) is a collective of playwrights and readers (aka players) who meet monthly to read original plays. Performances are organized several times a year. Interested players and playwrights are invited to attend a meeting once before committing to join.   
Click on the event title to register for FREE. 
Rella, Rose & I: Elizabeth Ehrlich's Story of Survival
Monday, November 17, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.
Location: Stockton PAC

Rella, Rose, and I is a powerful one-woman play from "The Manya Project" and was written by Anthony Hostetter and performed by Natalie Mullanaphy. Based on the true story of Holocaust survivor Elizabeth Ehrlich Roth of Vineland, the play follows her journey through Auschwitz and beyond, highlighting the unbreakable bond with her sister and cousin. Elizabeth’s story is a moving testament to resilience, love, and survival, brought to life in this unforgettable performance for a new generation. 
Click on the event title to register for FREE. 

Ripples from the Holocaust: From Zeilsheim to SCOSA 
First Monday of each month in 2025.
Monday, December 1, 2025 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Zoom
During this program, Peppy will introduce us to her family’s life, while also intertwining important historical facts on the Holocaust. Some of the topics discussed will be: International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Death March, immigrating to America, finding family, the importance of teachers, Molly’s Pilgrim video, The Second Generation- Ripples From The Holocaust video, returning to Germany to find Hans Loeffler, Peppy’s response to October 7th, hearing  Arnold Schwarzenegger speak about his family history (a father who was a Nazi), Journey of German Jewish Dialogue since 1994, and My Ethical Will -  Having a will and its importance. This course will take place on the first Monday of every month in 2025. 
Click on the event title to register for FREE.
The Leevees Hanukkah
Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 2 p.m.
Location: Stockton PAC

Name four great Hanukkah songs. Not easy, huh? Even the great Jewish songwriters, from Irving Berlin to Lieber and Stoller, only wrote Christmas songs. The LeeVees, formed by Adam Gardner (Guster) and Dave Schneider (The Zambonis), set out to fix the holiday music gap with their hit album Channukah Rocks called “the best holiday record of the decade” by NPR’s Bob Boilen. With songs featured on Grey’s Anatomy and The Cleveland Show, and tour credits alongside Barenaked Ladies, Matisyahu, and the Boston Pops, The LeeVees bring laughter, energy, and fresh tunes to the Festival of Lights! 

Click on the event title to register before December 2nd, ticketholders will be confirmed by December 4th.
SCOSA has partnered with the PAC to offer a limited number of SCOSA sponsored tickets to the older adults (age 60+) living in Atlantic County. Other tickets may be purchased for $15 through SCOSA. This applies to all tickets ordered through SCOSA for this show. 

S'more Basket
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Swan Bay Folk Art Center 300 Sooys Landing Rd, Port Republic
In this workshop, students will complete the perfect partitioned basket for loading it up with S’more ingredients and carrying it to the bonfire. 
To register call Niki 609-652-0366, class fee is $35.

The Nutcracker: Atlantic City Ballet
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 3 p.m.
Location: Stockton PAC

Celebrate a long-cherished tradition of wondrous holiday performances from the Atlantic City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” This beloved ballet tells the story of a little girl named Clara who is given a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve. Embarking on a wonderous journey through the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of the Sweets, Clara encounters many unforgettable and timeless characters. Young and old alike will experience the magic of this marvelous Christmas tale that will create a lifetime of memories. 

Click on the event title to register before December 8th, ticketholders will be confirmed by December 10th.
SCOSA has partnered with the PAC to offer a very limited number of SCOSA sponsored tickets to the older adults (age 60+) living in Atlantic County. Other tickets may be purchased for $30 through SCOSA. This applies to all tickets ordered through SCOSA for this show.