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.
Safe Driving Course
Tue/Wed, Sept. 22 & 23, 2-5 pm
Saturday, Oct. 3, 8:45am - 3:45 pm.
Membership not required.
Payment due at sign-up.
$28 for members
$34 for non-members
Make checks payable to Armand Canestraro
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.
September 14: Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
October 5: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
November 2: The Whistler by Ann Patchett
December 7: The Land and its People by David Sedaris
Drawing with Wendy
Wednesday, 12:15-1:45 OR 2:00-3:30 pm
September: Colored Pencil Techniques
Four Classes - $40.00 9/2, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 (no class 9/9)
October: Drawing Common Objects
Four Classes - $40.00 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
November: Creating Unique Designs
Two Classes - $20.00 11/14, 11/18
2Suitable for beginners. Sign up in advance at front desk.
All materials included. Checks payable to Wendy Carroll. Cash preferred. Min:3 Max:10
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. Cost: $45
October: 10/23, 10/30
November: 11/6
Sewing Machine Refresher
Wednesday, 9/2, 1-3:30 pm
Monday, 9/14, 9:30-12 pm
Wednesday, 10/7, 1-3:30 pm
Monday, 10/19, 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, 9/16, 10/21, 1-3:30 pm
Monday 9/28, 10/26, 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
Making a Star Quilt
6-week course
September 11,18,25
October 2, 9,16
1:00 - 3:30 pm
We will make a 20-star block quilt with a strip pieced border, perfect for a lap quilt, baby quilt, patriotic quilt or even a table runner or place mats. For the lap size quilt, you will need 20 fat quarters that you like together. Bring your own rotary cutting supplies and a sewing machine. We will discuss the remaining supplies at the first class. This should be easy enough for a beginner and basic skills will be reviewed as we go. Any questions, contact Pam Davis. Cost: $70 for 6-week course or $12 per class.
Beginner Italian NEW
Tuesdays, 2:30 pm (starts Sept. 15)
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 (starts Sept. 11)
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
Tuesday, September 8, 11 am
Join us for a 2-hour introduction to needle felting and take home a 2-demensional embellishment for a card or package or a seasonal ornament of your choice. Cost: $20, payable to Elizabeth Kane. Max. 12 attendees.
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.
9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21
Contact Lynne Latella, (518) 864-7561 or lalalynne@gmail.com
English Country Dancing
Mondays at 2:00
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.
Bocce
Tuesdays,10 am
Join us for a friendly game any Tuesday morning, weather permitting.
Music Jam
2nd Thursday of Month, 1:30 pm
9/10, 10/8
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.
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, September 14, 10 am-12 pm
Monday, October 5, 10 am-12 pm
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.
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.
Zentangle Art Drawing Class
Monday, September 14, 1-3 pm
Monday, October 19, 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, September 17, 10 am
Thursday October 15, 10am
We will make 4 greeting cards: birthday, get well, sympathy or just because. Envelopes included. please bring you own adhesive. $15/class, payable to Mary Beth Frewin. Please pay for each class separately. For September 17, sign up at the front desk by September 11. For October 15, sign up by October 9. Class size limited to 12. Due to nature of my preparation for class, if you cannot make it to class, I will make you 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, September 15, 9:30 am - 2 pm
"New England Lighthouse" - A classic lighthouse and keeper's cottage on a bluff overlooking the sea.
Tuesday, October 6, 9;30 am - 2 pm
"Autumn Mountain Stream" -Paint a rocky stream flowing through autumn woods.
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.