Guilderland Senior News for Thursday, May 3, 2018
The Guilderland Senior Services is offering the following activities the week of May 7. Call the senior office at (518) 280-7607 with any questions or for information. The location for senior services is 141 Bavarian Way, Altamont, NY 12009. Transportation’s phone number is (518) 356-2920.
— Monday: Scheduled shopping, aerobics at 9 a.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., MVP Tai Chi at 1:15 p.m. Town hall classes Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.;
— Tuesday: Luncheon of American goulash or cold plate at 11:30 a.m., food pantry raffle at noon, bingo/Rummikub at 12:30 p.m., and town hall class of Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m.;
— Wednesday: Scheduled shopping, senior strength and balance at 9 a.m., AARP defensive driving class at the Guilderland Public Library from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., needlecraft at 1 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 and 1:30 p.m. at Town Hall;
— Thursday: Scheduled shopping, Silver Sneakers at 9 a.m., Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch at 10 a.m., Mahjong and Pinochle at 12:30 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m. at Town Hall; and
— Friday: Scheduled shopping, AARP defensive driving class at the Guilderland Public Library from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., painting at 10:30 a.m., intermediate bridge at 12:30 p.m., and quilting at 1 p.m.
Senior safety
On May 22 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. join us for Senior Safety - at Home, Online, in Your Community. This program is presented by the Guilderland Police Department and will be offered at the Guilderland Public Library.
In this class, Officers from the Guilderland Police Department will give you tips that will help to keep you safe at home and out in the community. They will also discuss internet safety and security, and how to avoid online scams that target senior citizens.
Please contact Ann C. Wemple-Person at (518) 456-2400, ext. 3 to register.
Drug interaction
On July 17 we will be going to the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
Log Cabin Famous Legends: 3 Fantastic Tribute Artists not just one singer but 3 true tribute artists, Ray of Elvis (Elvis), Rick Larrimore (Rod Stewart) and Ben Ashley (Buddy Holly) will all share the same stage for an unforgettable show stopper right here at the Log Cabin!
The deadline for tickets is May 31. We will depart at 9:30 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. with a cost of $63.
The menu includes: A Hors d’oeuvre welcome platter, complimentary glass of wine, rolls and butter, chop chop salad, clam chowder, New England boiled lobster (Double lobsters available upon request — market price), barbecued ribs and chicken, corn and baked potato, strawberry ice cream sundae, and coffee, tea, and decaffeinated coffee.
Philadelphia Orchestra
Aug. 2 join us for the Philadelphia Orchestra at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Preceding the performance we will dine at the Hall of Springs.
The Philadelphia Orchestra is one of the preeminent orchestras in the world, renowned for its distinctive sound, desired for its keen ability to capture the hearts and imaginations of audiences, and admired for a legacy of imagination and innovation on and off the concert stage. The Orchestra is inspiring the future and transforming its rich tradition of achievement, sustaining the highest level of artistic quality, but also challenging—and exceeding—that level, by creating powerful musical experiences for audiences at home and around the world.
The deadline for this program is June 29. This is Wade Tours and will depart at 11 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. The cost is $72.
Dinner theater
On Sept. 19 at the Lake George Dinner Theater come with us to enjoy “The Long Weekend”. A hilariously tangled web of truths, deception, and surprises leaves the audience guessing – and laughing – all the way to the final curtain!
Choose from one of the following entrees to enjoy before either the matinee or evening show:
Medallions of Beef with bordelaise sauce served with roasted potatoes
Seared & Roasted Pork Tenderloin Medallions with maple honey mustard demi-glaze (gf)
Broiled Atlantic Salmon with lemon dill Hollandaise, (gf if ordered w/o sauce)
Vegetarian Lasagna
All entrees served with salad, rolls, roasted red potatoes, vegetables, dessert & coffee or hot tea.
(gf) = Gluten Free The menu is subject to slight modifications.
The deadline for this program is Aug. 7. This is Brown Coach and will depart at 10 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $64.
Murder mystery
On Oct. 17 join us for The Georgian Resort Murder Mystery “Off The Rails”.
Do you think you can, think you can solve this high-speed mystery? You better buckle in for a bumpy ride, because things may get a little crazy here in 1911. You’ll just love your journey on the Old Mill Express. With targeting tycoons, savage psychics, hard-hitting journalists, and mouthwatering food; this murder has it all! Lunch will include a chicken and beef duet.
Aug. 31 is the deadline for registration. This trip will be on Brown Coach departing 10 a.m. and returning 4:30 p.m. at a cost of $64.
Meals on Wheels substitute drivers needed
If you are interested in volunteering “once in a while” for about an hour and half, this is an opportunity for you. Meals are delivered to Guilderland/Altamont residents weekdays. Please call MaryAnn at 518-280-7607 for further information.
Medical equipment wanted
If you have any unwanted or unused wheelchairs, transport chairs, walkers or canes, please feel free to drop them off at our Senior Center at 141 Bavarian Way.