Senior Calendar

Senior Calendar… Saratoga Springs Public Library 49 Henry St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 584-7860 * www.sspl.org The Albany Mummies: Unraveling an Ancient Mystery Thursday, January 23, Noon–1 p.m., H. Dutcher Community Room. A special exhibit called “GE Presents: The Mystery of the Albany Mummies” will be on view at the Albany Institute of History and Art through June 8. The pair of mummies have resided at the Institute since 1909, when museum trustee Samuel Brown purchased them from the Cairo Museum. As part of the nine-month exhibition, the library is hosting the documentary film “The Albany Mummies: Unraveling An Ancient Mystery.” The 30-minute documentary will be introduced by Erika Sanger, Director of Education, Albany Institute and followed by a question and answer session. No registration required. Genealogy Research and Creative Ways to Use Your Findings – 2 Part Series Thursday, January 30, 2–3:30 p.m. Part I: Research Instructors: Dan Hubbs & Zoe Nousiainen, Reference Librarians Start tracing your family tree by searching census records and other sources available through the library’s website. The class focuses on Ancestry Library Edition. “She Loves You!” – The Beatles in New York Tuesday, February 11, 7–8:30 p.m. “She Loves You!” is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the arrival of The Beatles in New York. Using recorded material and film clips, musicologist and Beatles scholar Gordon Thompson will explore the impact of the British invasion, led by The Beatles in February 1964, their historic concert at Shea Stadium, John Lennon’s NYC connection and discuss how their music continues to be an inspiration to composers and performing artists today. Free tickets will be available at the Information Desk beginning January 28. Adult & Senior Center of Saratoga 5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 584-1621 * www.saratogaseniorcenter.org Garden Buffet at the Saratoga Casino & Raceway. Thursday, January 21 – Transportation is provided by the Center and leaves at 11:30 a.m. The Center’s men’s group, “Silver Foxes,” encourages men to socialize and enjoy time together. Pay $1 at sign up and bring $5 and an ID with you. Bowling at the Strike Zone Wednesday, January 22 – Leave the Center at 9:15 a.m. and return at noon. Bowling at Strike Zone: For each date, pay $1 at sign up and bring $9 plus snack money with you. (Includes three games & shoes). Cross Country Skiing or Snowshoeing Friday, January 24 – Leave the Center at 9:30 a.m. and return at 1 p.m. Explore trails at the Saratoga State Park near the warming hut. Pay $1 at sign up and bring snacks with you. Must have your own cross country skis, but snow shoes are available to rent for $5. Collection: Photo Exhibit Friday, January 31 – Leave the Center at 9:30 and return at 2 p.m. Winter landscapes by Thomas Clark, early photos from Ansel Adams and Painterly Masterworks of Turn-of-the-Century Photographers. Explore the original Renaissance home before lunch at Davidson Brother’s. Pay $10 at sign up and bring $6 admission plus lunch money with you. Washington, D.C. Bus Trip Friday, March 28 to Monday, March 31 The Center is hosting a bus trip to Washington, D.C. from March 28-31 (Friday-Monday). You’ll visit our nation’s capital during cherry blossom season for awe-inspiring sights including the Capitol, White House, War Memorials, Arlington National Cemetery, Smithsonian and much more. The cost is $419 per person/ double occupancy. Call or go to our website www.saratogaseniorcenter.org for details. SC 2014 Excursions The Senior Center is sponsoring the following excursions in 2014: Italian Vistas, Alaska Land & Sea, Paris to Normandy River Cruise, Canadian Rockies by Train, Cowboy Country, Danube River Cruise and The Flavors of Thailand. Visit the Center for full itineraries or go to www.saratogaseniorcenter.org. Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs Empire State College 111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415 * www.esc.edu/all/‎ A.L.L. Offers a Variety of Spring Courses Whether your interests lie in art, literature, history, languages, religion, writing, the outdoors or a variety of other topics, A.L.L., the Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs, has something for you. Sponsored by Empire State College, the Academy offers non-credit, academic study groups as well as social and leadership opportunities to mature learners. Over two hundred individuals within a two-hour radius will descend on the Saratoga area in the spring to participate in our study groups and events. The spring term will begin April 7 with groups meeting during the daytime on Mondays through Thursdays. Academy membership for the term is $140. This fee entitles members to enroll in up to three study groups, participate in social activities and special interest groups during the term, receive a subscription to the A.L.L. newsletter “Academy Notes,” submit work to “The Apple Tree,” A.L.L.’s literary and art journal, receive discounts at area restaurants and businesses, and vote at the annual meeting. The Academy’s spring 2014 brochure and registration form are available at area libraries, though the A.L.L. office, and on the A.L.L. web site: www.esc.edu/ALL. Contact the office at (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415 to request a copy.