February Events at the Center!
Open to the Public:
An Afternoon with Bob Kovachick
Wednesday, February 15 • 1 p.m.
Bob Kovachick has had an illustrious career spanning more than 50 years of keeping families informed, prepared, and safe as WNYT NewsChannel 13’s chief meteorologist. Light fare served. Please sign up in advance $10. Sponsored by CDPHP.
Long-Term Planning Expo
Thursday, February 23 • 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hear brief presentations and meet with representatives from Advisors Insurance Brokers, Burke Funeral Home, Herzog Law Firm, KeyBank, and more. Get updates on the latest in long-term planning from estate planning, mortgages, financial planning, and more. Sponsored by Highmark Northeastern New York.
SilverSneakers and Renew Active Expo
Thursday, February 23 • 1:30-3:30 p.m.
How can you get free classes at the Senior Center and the YMCA? Meet with Medicare Advantage representatives about SilverSneakers and Renew Active eligibility. Meet with Aetna, CDPHP, Highmark, Humana, and WellCare. Sponsored by Key Bank.
To-Go Meals from PaL’s Meals To Go
Prepared meals you just have to heat up. Pick up any time Monday or Tuesday between 9:30 & 3:30 pm.
Monday Feb. 13 & Tuesday, Feb.14:
Stuffed Peppers with a side of Green Beans
Tuesday Feb. 21: Meat Lasagna
Monday Feb. 27 & Tues. Feb. 28:
Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and Peas
Call or stop by the front desk to order. Orders must be placed by noon the Friday prior. $12 per dinner.
MEMBER EVENTS:
Aetna Medicare Advantage Presentation
Information Tables with Aetna Agent:
Wednesday, Feb.15 & Friday, Feb. 17 • 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
Aetna Medicare Advantage plans include extra benefits and services that focus on your total health. “Let’s Talk Medicare.” Join us for a free, no-obligation session where you’ll learn how Medicare works and find out what coverage and benefit options are available.
Beat the Winter Blues Party!
Thursday, February 16 • 2 p.m.
If the winter blues has you feeling down, grab your favorite summer attire (optional) and warm up at the center. Let’s heat up the dance floor with Bobby Dick & Susie Q! Don’t miss this fun band! Summer party food will be served! Please sign up. $10. Sponsored by MVP.
New Member Social Hour
facilitated by Jamie, our UAlbany, MSW Intern
Tuesday, February 21 • 2-3 p.m.
Calling all new members! Join us for a fun, friendly social hour where you can meet other members. Conversation, fun, and laughs. Please sign up.
Die Cut Handmade Cards
facilitated by Lucy Paonessa
Wednesday, February 22 • 2 p.m.
Make unique greeting cards using paper die cuts. Personalize your card by gluing the die-cut sentiments and shapes. Please sign up. $5 materials fee.
Tarot Card Reading
facilitated by Mary Shimp
Thursday, February 23 • 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Do you have some unanswered questions about your life? A tarot card reading provides insight into what the future holds. Call for a 15-minute appointment. $5 donation.
Beading Workshop
facilitated by Jerry Matthews
Monday, February 27 • 1:30 p.m.
Whether you are just beginning or an experienced beader, join Jerry to create beautiful and one-of-a-kind jewelry. Please sign up, seating is limited. $10 materials fee.
Trivia Night!
Monday, February 27 • 5:15 p.m.
“Where all those useless facts you’ve been collecting can finally come in handy!” Pizza bites served. Bring your own beverage. Join us for a fun and friendly competition! Please sign up, seating is limited. $5.
Book Club at The Center
Tuesday, February 28 • 3 p.m.
New Members Welcome! February Book: The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris. Debut novelist Nathan Harris creates an unforgettable cast of characters, depicting Georgia in the violent crucible of Reconstruction. Equal parts beauty and terror, as gripping as it is moving, The Sweetness of Water is an epic whose grandeur locates humanity and love amid the most harrowing circumstances. March Book: The Elephant of Belfast by S. Kirk Walsh. Please sign up.
Dine In Dinner with Old Bryan Inn
Tuesday, February 28 • 5:30 p.m.
Chicken Marsala. Dinners are held at the Senior Center. $12 per dinner. Please sign up, seating is limited.
Van Trips in February
Troy Savings Bank - Tuesday, February 14
Music at 12 p.m. The Bleeker Consort, Medieval and Renaissance Music featuring Themes of Love, An early music consort formed in 1988, specializing in medieval, renaissance, and baroque music. Lunch: 110 Grill, Latham. Pay $10 at sign up, the concert is free. Bring money for lunch. Leave the Center at 10:45 a.m. Return at about 3 p.m.
Lunch Bunch at Druthers, Clifton Park
Tuesday, February 21
A local favorite dedicated to making great beer and food. Enjoy their newest location. Pay $10 at sign-up. Bring money for lunch. Leave the Center at 11 a.m. Return at about 2 p.m.
The Clark Museum, Williamstown, MA
Friday, February 17
Enjoy a guided tour of the Clark Museum. In 1950 Sterling and Francine Clark chartered the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute as a home for their extensive art collection. The Clark has built upon this extraordinary group of works to become one of the most respected art museums in the world, known for its intimate galleries and stunning natural environment. Lunch at the Purple Pub. Pay $25 at sign up.
Adirondack Salt Cave, Glens Falls
Friday, February 24
This man-made Himalayan Salt Environment is intended to reproduce the unique microclimate and healing properties of the deep salt caves within the Himalayan Mountains that have been used for centuries for their incredible effects. This is a safe and effective way of using salt’s natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and super absorbent properties to provide relief for respiratory and skin conditions. Lunch at the Harvest Restaurant. Pay $30 at sign-up. Please bring money for lunch. Must sign up by February 17. Leave the Center at 10 a.m. Return at about 2 p.m.
