Adult & Senior Center of Saratoga
5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-584-1621 • www.saratogaseniorcenter.org
“The Sunrise Symposium,” Saturday, October 3 at 8:30 am. Enjoy breakfast, documentary ‘Women of 69 Unboxed’ and an engaging panel discussion on senior’s stories. Local author Ray O’Conor will be discussing and signing copies of his book “She Called Him Raymond” -- A True Story of Love, Loss, Faith and Healing during World War II.
The Saratoga Senior Center’s 60 Diamond Anniversary Gala at the Canfield Casino, Thursday, November 12 at 6p.m. Join Honorary Chair and former news correspondent Stone Philips for an evening to celebrate the past, present and future of Saratoga’s Seniors.
More information to come with special ticket pricing for Senior Center members over sixty!
AT THE CENTER!
Living Healthy - Chronic Disease Self-Management Program - Begins Sept., 15,
9:30-12:00. A 6-week workshoppresented by Office of the Aging. Educate & empoweryourself with techniques to manage ongoinghealth conditions. Free & open to the public.Free training materials and light refreshmentsprovided. Please sign up.
Emergency Preparedness - Wed., Sept. 16, 10-12. The Red Cross will give a comprehensive overview on how to prepare for natural and man-made disasters, and how to respond and recover. Free & open to the public. Please sign up.
Elder Law - Mon., Sept. 28, 2:00p.m. Presented by Albany Law School - Learn about legal services important to seniors, family members and caregivers. Presentation topics include Wills, Health Care Proxies, Consumer Rights, and Grandparents’ Rights. Q & A after presentation. Free & open to the public. Please sign up.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Reminiscing Group Thurs. mornings at 8:30a.m.,join friends & fellow members to reminisce about the good old days! Have a cup of joe and hang out!
Support Groups & Services
— Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
— Alzheimer’s Activity Group for your loved ones
— Grief & Loss Support Group
Support groups are held on the 3rd Thurs. of each month from 10:30-12:00. Caregivers can share with others while their loved ones attend the activity group. Free and open to the public. Sign up required for activity group.
SENIORS ON THE GO!
The Water’s Edge Lighthouse - Tues., Sept. 15, Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the scenic Mohawk River. Pay $10 at sign up & bring lunch money. Leave the center at 11:00.
The Big E: - Fri. Sept. 18, Now a van trip!Spend the day at New England’s largest fair! Pay $17 van fee at signup. Bring $10 admission, lunch and spending money. Veterans, Active Military and active military families free with ID. Leave at 9a.m.
Antique Boat Ride on Lake George - Tues., Sept. 22, by FR Smith & Sons Marina: Tour Lake George in style - in an original l929 Hackercraft or 1929 Garwood. Must be able to step down into boat. Enjoy lunch at the Algonquin, if time permits enjoy a stroll through the quaint town of Bolton. Leave at 10:45 a.m. Pay $35 at sign up, inc. van, boat ride and tip. Bring lunch money.
Lake George Steamboat Co. - Fri., Sept. 25, Enjoy lunch and a sightseeing cruise on the Lac du Saint Sacrement. Leave at 10:00, return at 3p.m. Pay $43 at sign up, inc. van, lunch and cruise.
Olana - Fri., Oct. 2, Tour the historic mansion of Frederic Church. Lunch at “The Cascades” prior to tour. Pay $25 at sign up, includes van & admission. Bring lunch money. Must be able to climb stairs.
Saratoga North Creek Railway, Tues., Oct. 6, Scenic train ride with dome seating. Spend 3 hours in North Creek shopping, relaxing & dining. Pay $42 at sign up for dome car seating. Bring lunch and spending money. Must be able to climb stairs. Sign up by Sept. 14.
Mohonk Mountain House: Sept. 30, A second bus has been reserved. We must fill the bus in order for it to go.Enjoy a deliciously prepared lunch & culinary talk at the historic Victorian castle in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Stroll, hike or relax on the porch. Member $75/non-member $95.
New York City: Dec. 9, Nothing beats NYC at Christmas time. Catch a show, marvel at all the beautiful window dressings. There is so much to do! Member $30/non-member $50.
The Academy for Lifelong Learning
111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 • 518-587-2100
Announces Fall Classes
Fall class registration at the Academy for Lifelong Learning (A.L.L.) is now open. Classes start the week of September 14 with the term ending November 12. Look for the Fall Term Class Registration and Membership Application packet in area libraries, the Academy office at 111 West Avenue or on the website at www.esc.edu/all. Registration forms are being accepted for open classes through the beginning of the term. Some classes will sell out. Call the Academy office for class availability at (518)587-2100 x2415.
Classes are offered Monday through Thursday during the day and cover a wide range of genre including: history, art, travel, media, health, religion, writing and economics. Volunteer-led classes typically meet for two hours once a week for eight weeks. Most classes are held in SUNY Empire State College classrooms at 111 and 113 West Avenue in Saratoga Springs with several “on site” offerings at a variety of local outdoor venues. Annual membership is $50 and goes through June 30, 2016. Class fee for the first eight-week class is $50.
A selection of classes include: History in Our Saratoga County Towns series, Hinduism & Buddhism, Shakespeare’s Tragedies, Art Up Close day trips, Smiling with the Blues, Fairy Tales & Folk Tales, Precious Water Supply Series, Plagues Through History, News & Commentary from the Internet, 19th Century Novel, Body, Mind and Spirit, Finish Your Story, Informed Citizen: Education, Battle of Britain, Conscious Aging, Travel, Great Decisions, Photo Workshop, Making Sense of Investing, Painting Lab, Writers Circle, two Speaker Series, Hikes at Moreau State Park, Music, History Art & Science day trips, Hollywood, Using Computers, Asian Studies, The 1960s, Italian, Tang Museum Exhibits, and art classes.
The Wilton Senior Center
18 Traver Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831 • 518-587-6363
Open every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Attention Wilton Seniors
The Wilton Senior Center on Traver Road is celebrating 36 years of community service. On Sept. 16 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. we invite all seniors to join us for a light lunch and cake. Enjoy music and dance by a local group of cloggers. Take the time to see all we offer our seniors and meet new people and old friends. Please join us it’s open to all seniors.
