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.
Fun Friends
November and December will see a continuation of our regular fun activity schedule. We plan on leading with three core activities of walking, dining (breakfasts), and mingling (movies & bingo). For the most current updates, please see the listing of events on the bulletin board. Register at the front desk for some activities. Contact Gerard Baltrusaitis, 248-837-5689 0r bubba 113@concast.net.
Chuck Oakes
Fall Winter 2026
Graceful Aging Matters
Adding life to years, not just years to life.
A discussion session held every other week from 10 - 11 am
10/29, 11/12, 11/26, 12/10
Boxwood Tree Class
Wednesday, December 9, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Start the holidays off by creating this 16" tabletop fresh cut boxwood tree. Perfect for home decor or as a gift. All materials will be provided, boxwood, container, oasis, bows, balls and additional decorations. Feel free to bring any decoration that you have of your own as well as a string of lights, if desired. (These will not be provided.) No refunds for cancellations. Please make checks payable to Jan Cavoli. Cost: $50.00
First Monday Book Club
First Monday of the month.
All Center members are welcome to join our monthly sessions. For each meeting, please read the book listed,
11/2: The Whistler by Ann Patchett
12/7: The Land and its People by David Sedaris
1/4: The Harvey Girls by Juliette Fay
2/1: The Mosquito Bowl by Buzz Bissinger
3/1: The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout
Drawing with Wendy
Wednesday, 12:15-1:45 OR 2:00-3:30 pm
November: Creating Unique Designs
Two classes - $20.00 11/4, 11/18 (no class 11/11,11/2
December: Perspective Drawing
Three Classes - $30.00 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 (no class 12/23)
January: Unlocking Creativity
Four Classes - $40.00 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27)
Suitable for beginners. Sign up in advance at front desk at least one day in advance.
All materials included. Checks payable to Wendy Carroll. Cash preferred. Class size: Min: 3 Max: 10
Friday Quilting Class
1:30 - 3:30 pm
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18,
Bring your own quilt project to work on or start a new quilt class project that we will make from start to finish. We will pick the new pattern at the first class. Instructor Pam Davis has over 25 years experience with teaching, designing and showing quilts. There is always something new to learn so you can work smarter, not harder. Sign up for the whole 5-week session for $60 or if you rather, sign up for individual days at $13 each
Sewing Machine Refresher
Wednesday, 11/4, 1-3:30 pm
Monday, 11/9, 9:30-12 pm
Wednesday, 12/9, 1-3:30 pm
Monday, 12/14, 9:30 am- 12 pm
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? Learn how your machine works and tips to make sewing less frustrating, and other 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 on multiple dates 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
Sewing Machine Refresher - Part II
Wednesday, 11/18, 12/30, 1-3:30 pm
Monday 11/30, 12/21, 9:30-12 pm
This class is for those who have already taken the sewing machine refresher class and want a review, re-cap or to go further. I will review what we went over in the first class but move on to what you actually need help with. Examples are hems/waistbands, mending/alterations, simple clothes/curtains or quilting. If you are already confident with your machine and just need help starting a project, contact instructor Pam Davis to see if this class ia appropriate. Cost: $20
Beginner Italian
Tuesdays, 2:30 pm
If you've always wanted to learn Italian or are getting ready for a trip to Italy, here's your chance. Contact Joanne McFadden at 518-366-9918 or email revjoannemcfadden@gmail.com.
La Bella Lingua
Fridays, 1:30 pm
This class is held every Friday from 1:30 - 3:00 pm. Anyone interested in the Intermediate to Advanced study of the Italian Language and culture should contact John Alfano at 518-881-8985 or email jfa1940@gmail.com
Needle Felting for Beginners
Thursday, December 10, 10 am
Join us for an introduction to needle felting and construct a Christmas decoration for a card or your tree. Cost: $20, payable to Elizabeth Kane. Max. 12 attendees. Sign up at the desk.
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.
Writers Group
First and Third Wednesday, 10 am - noon
Come and join a congenial group of writers who love to spin their words into memoirs, poems, stories and books! Beginners are welcomed. Attend all sessions or come as often as you can. Please bring a non- fiction or fiction piece you are working on along with copies to provide to the other participants and receive thoughtful feedback.
11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/16
Contact Lynne Latella, (518) 864-7561 or lalalynne@gmail.com
English Country Dancing
Mondays at 2:00 pm (N0 class on 12/21 and 12/28)
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.
Cornhole
Tuesdays
Watch the bulletin board for info about cornhold resuming on Tuesday afternoons.
Music Jam
2nd Thursday of Month, 1:30 pm
11/12, 12/10
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.
New members welcome! No fee.
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
(Including Ships and Doll Houses)
Tuesdays, 10:30- noon
Do you like to build models or replicas? This group is for newcomers as well as experienced builders. Bring a new kit or a current project and join us on Tuesday mornings to create something amazing. For more information, contact
Roy Busse at 518-461-9248.
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, 12:15 pm signup, 12:30 pm play
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.
(No Dup. Bridge on 11/12)
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.
Watercolors with Mary
Monday, November 2, 10 am-12 pm
Monday, December 7, 10 am-12 pm
Monday,January 4, 10 am-12pm
Complete an entire painting during this class. A list of supplies you need to bring with you is available at sign up. Paper is provided. Sign up at the front desk in advance and make checks payable to the instructor, Mary Fekete. (518) 384-3393 Fee: $6 per class.
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.
Zentangle Art Drawing Class
Monday, November 23, 1-3 pm
Monday, December 14, 1-3 pm
The ZENTANGLE method embraces and 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. Sign up at the desk.
Card Making
Thursday, November 19, 10 am
We will make 8 Christmas cards, Two of each of four designs. Envelopes included. Cost is $20. Sign up at the front desk by November 13th
Thursday, December 17, 10 am
We will make 4 greeting cards: birthday, get well, sympathy or just because. Envelopes included.
Please bring your own adhesive. Cost is $15. Sign up by December 11th. Checks payable to Mary Beth Frewin. Class size limited to 12. Due to the nature of my preparation for class if you cannot make it to class, I will make your cards for you and leave them at the Senior Center.
Paint with Peggy
A certified Alexander Art Instructor and Wilson Bickford Painting Partner, Peggy provides everything to complete the oil painting and then instruts the class as Then through classroom instruction, each person creates thethey create their own unique painting. Email Peggy with questions at:
paintwithpeggy@gmail.com or call/text (518) 925-2238. Just bring a box to take home your completed painting!
Beginners are welcome! Cost: $50. Checks payable to Margaret Porter. Bring a bagged lunch.
Tuesday, November 10, 9:30 am - 2 pm
"Winter Sunrise" - Everyone will be guided through creating a winter scene that is sure to be a family favorite.
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.
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 4:00, Wednesdays 3:30, Fridays at 3 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, 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) 982-5804.