Tuesday, 30 April 2013 13:55

The Wesley Community Goes Red, White and Blue for USO Party

By Staff Report | Local Briefs

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Wesley Community will provide Capital Region residents with a swinging night of dinner and entertainment at a USO Party on Friday, May 17. The event will be held at the Embury Commons in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

The event, which falls on the eve of Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 18, celebrates the USO, which provides support services and entertains troops in the U.S. and overseas. The annual gathering continues The Wesley Community tradition of hosting a celebratory evening each year as a way for Capital Region residents to welcome the arrival of spring.

The evening will feature a special flag presentation by the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association, a dance performance by Saratoga Savoy, and live music from jazz duo Joe Gitto and Vinnie Spero. Other fun activities will include singing and dancing, a trivia contest, games, and giveaway prizes.

Guests will also enjoy a sit-down dinner of pot roast, mashed potatoes, corn, dinner rolls and apple dumpling with ice cream. Tables may be reserved for parties of four individuals or more.

The event is open to the general public. Tickets are available for $15 per person or $25 for two people. Limited seating is available and reservations are required. To reserve tickets, please call 518-691-1565 by Tuesday, May 14.

Embury Commons is located on the campus of The Wesley Community at 133 Lawrence Street. The Commons are part of Embury’s twin, 14-story apartment towers that offer subsidized, independent living for active seniors aged 62 and older.

For more information about The Wesley Community, visit www.thewesleycommunity.org.

 

About The Wesley Community

The Wesley Community is a 36-acre, not-for-profit agency in Saratoga Springs, NY, which serves the needs of the elderly, as well as active seniors, adults and pediatrics. Sponsored by United Methodist Health and Housing, Inc., The Wesley Community’s unique continuum of care community provides independent and assistive living for seniors, subsidized independent senior housing, adult day services, short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, as well as outpatient therapies available for people of all ages. 

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