Adult & Senior
Center of Saratoga
5 Williams St.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 584-1621
www.saratogaseniorcenter.org
The Saratoga Senior Center is hosting the following events in December. All events take place at The Adult and Senior Center unless otherwise noted.
Holiday Happy Hour!
Join us on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 3:30 – 5 p.m. to Mix & Mingle and celebrate the holidays. Holiday photo booth, lite fare, music and free raffle gifts! Sponsored by Walgreens. Please call 584-1621 or stop by the Center to sign up.
Elves in the House!
Wednesday, Dec. 10 from noon – 4. We will have computer assistance, free Facebook help and cookie decorating for all! While you are there, sign up for a 2015 Membership - only $20 for the entire year. Give the gift of membership or a class to a senior in need this holiday season.
Spain Trip Slide Show
Monday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.
Visit Madrid, Toledo, The Alhambra, Seville, Barcelona and more! Get $50 off your trip if you attend slide show and book your trip.
Wednesday Meditation
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Come explore the calming effects of mediation and mindfulness to help lower stress and blood pressure, decrease anxiety and bring balance to your life.
Friday Movies!
Friday, 12/5 “Million Dollar Arm.” Friday, 12/19 “Mom’s Night Out.” Popcorn and lemonade served. $2 members, $4 non-members.
Book Club
Tuesday Dec. 30, 3 p.m.: Discusses “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin.
Senior Resource Headquarters:
The following programs are free and open to the public. Please call 584-1621 or stop by the Center to sign up.
Managing Medications
Tuesday Dec. 9, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Join Wesley Pharmacist Cliff Van Wagner to learn strategies for managing your medications.
Blood Pressure Clinic from Saratoga County Public Health
Tuesday Dec. 9 & Tuesday Dec. 23, 11 – noon
Zieker Eye Vision Screening
Thursday Dec. 11, noon – 2 p.m. Get a second opinion on Cataracts and other vision concerns.
Legal Services
Thursday Dec. 11, 1:30 p.m. Call The Office for the Aging (884-4100) for an appt.
Financial Advice
Tuesday Dec. 16, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Free Need help with retirement or other financial concerns? Come see the experts at WP Wealth for assistance.
Nutrition and Dehydration
Wednesday Dec. 17, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Learn how to stay healthy and hydrated over the holiday season from Home Helpers.
Computer Assistance
Wednesdays; Please call 584-1621 or stop by the Center to sign up.
2015 Excursions:
Join us for the following 2015 Excursions and travel without the hassle! Call the Senior Center 584-1621 for more information.
April 13-23
Netherlands, Belgium, Paris: Visit Amsterdam, Brussels, Historic Bruges, Paris, Giverny and the beautiful Seine.
May 10-17
New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville: See America’s greatest “Music Cities” and historic sites including The French Quarter of New Orleans, Graceland and the Grand Ol’ Opry!
September 6-17
Natinal Parks of America: The Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Mount Rushmore, Bryce Canyon and Crazy Horse are just a few of the breathtaking sites on this adventure. Trip Slide Show Thursday, Nov. 13 at 3:00 p.m. Please call 584-1621 to sign up.
October 10-20, 2015
Spain’s Classics: Visit Madrid, Toledo, Seville, The Alhambra, Barcelona and more. Trip Slide Show Monday, December 15th at 2:00. Please call 584-1621 to sign up. $50 OFF TOUR TRIP IF YOU ATTEND THE SLIDE SHOW AND BOOK YOUR TRIP!
Coming in January
Volunteers Needed
In 2015, the Saratoga Senior Center will be starting a Volunteer Match program to meet the needs of seniors in our community, including respite checks, transportation, pet walking, grocery shopping and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Chris at (518) 584-1621.
Quilting
Starting on Fri. 1/9, Betsy Chung leads a quilting class! Learn how to quilt or come and quilt with friends. Must know how to sew. Stay tuned for more details in our January newsletter! Fridays from 1-3, starting 1/9.
Polish Art, History and Culture
Tue., 1/13 at 1:00. Jan Trypaluk & Stan Billok invite you to share your stories, histories & love of Polish art & culture. Free & open to the public.
Conscious Aging Discussion Group
Aging is a time when seniors can not only survive, but thrive. It is an opportunity for spiritual & emotional growth. If you are a senior who wants to engage in a dialogue on these issues, start the New Year for an exciting 8-week program to explore the gifts of “Conscious Aging”. The program will start Tues. Jan. 13 from 12-1:30pm. Cost is $10.
About The Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga
The Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga is a non-profit, non-residential community center located in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs. Adults age 50 and over can join for only $20 a year and participate in programs, trips& social activities tailored to adults and seniors. Since 1955, the Center’s mission is to empower seniors to achieve and maintain personal independence and well-being. Membership runs from January to December and benefits include affordable programs such as monthly dinners, classes, presentations and games as well as use of the Center’s computers, pool table and advocacy programs. For more information on how to join or volunteer call (518) 584-1621 or visit us at www.saratogaseniorcenter.org.
