Classes/Activities
All classes require registration, Center membership is required: must show current membership card at registration. Please feel free to come and observe any class. Refunds for missed classes must be requested from the instructor.
Learn To Draw
Wednesdays, 12-1:45 pm and 2-3:30 pm
Suitable for beginners.
Cartooning
1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Four classes - $40. All materials included.
Line Drawing in Pen
2/4, 2/10, 2/18, 2/25
Four classes - $40.
Checks payable to Wendy Carroll. Cash preferred.
Min: 3, Max: 10
Sign up at the front desk in advance.
Basic Quilting Course
Fridays, 1:30 - 3:30
If you are interested in learning to make a quilt or have tried quilting with limited success then this class is for you! This 3 week course will start with the basic first steps to lay the foundation and then build up your skills to complete some samples. The instructor will teach rotary cutting and will discuss the supplies needed at the first class. You will also need a sewing machine and fabric for the second class. If you have any questions, please call the front desk and we will put you in contact with instructor Pam Davis.
Classes: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30.
Cost: $45
Sewing Machine Refresher
Wednesday, January 14, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Monday, February 9, 9:30 - 11:30 am
Do you have a sewing machine collecting dust? Have you forgotten how to thread it, or how to change the needle or bobbin, or is it just too frustrating to use? This class will give you information on how your machine works and tips to make sewing less frustrating. You will learn new things you were probably never taught about machine sewing. You can bring your machine along with its manual or you can just take notes that will help you later. This class is being offered twice so you can choose a date that works for you. If you have any questions, please call the front desk and we will put you in contact with instructor Pam Davis.
Cost: $20
Writers and Wannabees
First and Third Wednesday, 10am - noon
1/7, 1/21, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18
If you are interested in writing either fiction or non-fiction, this is the group for you. These meetings are held from 10 am to noon the first and third Wednesday of each month. Attend all sessions or come as often as you can.
Please bring a piece you are working on along with copies to provide to other participants. You will be able to share what you have written and receive thoughtful feedback.
Drop in and give it a try - you might be amazed at what you discover.
Contact Lynne Latella, (518) 864-7561 or lalalynne@gmail.com
Scrabble
Mondays, 1:30 pm
If you are interested in playing scrabble, please stop in and join us. For questions, please contact
Sue Greene at (518) 470-0341.
English Country Dancing
Mondays at 2:15
Instructor: Elizabeth Stehl
The primary goal of English country dancing has always been to have fun. A simple walking step will get you through most dances. No experience or partner needed.
Drop-ins welcome.
Free for members.
Zentangle Art Drawing Class
One Monday a month 1-3 pm
January 12: "Burrr"
February 10: "Valentine's Day"
The ZENTANGLE method embraces an easy-to-learn approach to creating beautiful images by drawing structured patterns in a guided meditative manner. No prior art training necessary. The instructor will provide all necessary materials. $20. per class.
Fee payable to instructor Linda Fasano.
Cornhole
Tuesday Afternoon
Watch the bulletin board for information about cornhole resuming on
Tuesday afternoons.
Music Jam
2nd Thursday of Month, 1:30 pm
Feel free to join in whether you play an instrument or just want to listen. If you enjoy acoustic msic stop by the jam session! Looking for volunteers to set up ahead of time. Please come at 12:30 to set up ahead of time.
Knitting
Tuesdays, 1:30 pm
Join us anytime! If you are a knitter or crocheter, stop by to meet some new friends. Great chance to visit while working on your own project. If there is enough interest, we may even have a learn to knit class.
New members welcome! No fee.
Building Wooden Models
Tuesdays, 10:30 am
Building scale models anywhere from a few inches to almost four feet long. I display mine in glass cases, but they can be displayed on a mantle piece, or anywhere you would like a beautiful decoration. Anyone interested feel free to call or text
Roy Busse at 518-461-9248.
Country Line Dancing
Fridays, 1:15 - 2:30 pm, starts 1/23
This is a fun class for anyone to get started in Country Line Dancing. Steps will be broken down and taught at an easy pace. Dances are done to fun, upbeat music! Must be a Senior Center member.
For more information and to sign up, email Robin at robinkaryl@gmail.com.
Pay as you go. Cost: $7 per class,
Check calendar for dates.
First Monday Book Club
First Monday of the Month, 10 am
All Center members are welcome to join our monthly sessions. For each meeting, please read the book and be prepared to join the discussion.
January 5: The Guncle by Steven Rowley
February 2: A World Worth Saving by Kyle Lukoff
March 2: The Gown by Jennifer Robson
April 6: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
Card Playing
Mondays, 12:30 pm
We play bridge, pinochle, canasta, hand-and-foot card games and more. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends. Generally, foursomes are established and seldom have openings for drop-in players. If interested, stop by the front desk and add your name to the list of new interested players, indicating the game(s) of your interest. Then follow up with people on the list to establish new groups of play.
Duplicate Bridge
Tuesdays, 12:15pm signup, 12:30 pm
Haven’t played bridge for a while? No problem! No duplicate bridge experience is necessary. This is a friendly game. Sign-up starts at 12:15 and play begins promptly at 12:30. Join us with your partner. If you need a partner or have any questions, please contact
Ruth Armbruster at 518-399-7871.
Oil, Acrylic & Art
Fridays, 10 am - 1 pm
Certified by the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the instructor, Dani Morette provides her expertise as she guides you through your current piece of art. Whether a beginner or an experienced painter, you can learn new techniques or brush up on what your already know. Bring your own supplies for your intended new creation. Paint whatever you desire. See instructor for information on fees and schedule.
Mah Jong
Fridays, Noon
Anyone interested may join us. Beginners are welcome. We have gameboards or you can bring your own.
Tuesdays, Noon
The Tuesday group is looking for people to play from 12 to 12:30. All are welcome. Please join us for fun and laughter.
Cribbage
Fridays,10 am
Please join us in the library for fun, laughter and cards. If you don't know the game, we will teach you.
Paint with Peggy
A certified Alexander Art Instructor and Wilson Bickford Painting Partner, Peggy provides everything to complete the oil painting: canvas, brushes, palette of paints, etc. Then through classroom instruction, each person creates their own unique painting. Email Peggy with questions at:
paintwithpeggy@gmail.com or call/text (518) 925-2238. Just bring a box (e.g., clean pizza box) to take home your completed painting!
Beginners are welcome! Cost: $50. Bring a bagged lunch.
Tuesday, January 6, 9:30 - 2
"Winter Peace" - Feel the quiet of a new snowfall
Tuesday, February 3, 9:30 - 2
"Sunset Silhouette" - A Sunset reflecting on a lake, nearby trees in silhouette creating a glow under the clouds.
Pinochle
Mondays, 12:30 pm
Calling all current, former and wanna-be Pinochle players! Full time, Part time and Fill in players needed for our Pinochle tables. We play for fun and have fun playing! If you are interested leave your phone number at the front desk.
Watercolors with Mary
Monday, 1/5, 10:00 am - 12 pm
Monday, 2/2, 10:00 am - 12 pm
Complete an entire painting during this class. A list of supplies you need to bring with you are available at signup; paper provided. Sign up at the front desk in advance.
Make checks payable to the instructor, Mary Fekete. 518-384-3393.
Fee $6.00
La Bella Lingua
Fridays, 1:30 pm
The Advanced Italian Class meets weekly. Anyone interested in joining the class should contact
John Alfano by phone at 518-881-8985 or email jfa1940@gmail.com
Silver Threads Quilters
Thursdays, 1-3 pm
We are a group of friendly, mentoring quilters who share threads of wisdom and create works of art. Everyone is welcome. There is no fee.
Pickleball
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays at 4 pm
Novice play is scheduled for Mondays only. Advanced play is scheduled for Fridays. Always check the calendar on the bulletin board at the Center of cancellations. Questions? Leave a message at the desk.
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Senior Center Photographers
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 10 am
Activities include taking photo trips to local sites, sharing slides and prints, demonstrating the capabilities of a photo-editing program on the Center's computer, and discussing any aspect of film or digital photography. Free to members. Come check us out some Thursday. If you have questions, please contact Bill Rolston at (518) 383-3183. Upcoming: 11/13, 12/11