Thursday May 2, 2024 
Speigle-Elder’s Seniors
1..The Brunswick Seigle-Elder’s are planning a ClamSteam on Wed. July 12th at 12p at the Brunswick Community Center. It’s a full steam with all of the fixings from McGreivey’s Rest.
If you are interested please Call: Carol at 518-237-4686.
2..We are also planning a trip to The Finger Lakes 9/13-9/15 the cost is $479.00 per person double occupancy.
Package includes: 2 nights lodging, 2 breakfasts,1 lunch at Belhurst Castle, 1 Dinner, Corning Museum, Willard Memorial Chapel, Scenic Lake Cruise, Sonnenberg Mansion & Gardens, Finger Lake Winery Tour & Tasting, National Soaring Museum, Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, Souvenir, All Taxes & Gratuities, Luggage Handling . Bus. If interested Call: Bert at 518-235-1325.
AARP Driver Safety Course
The Rensselaer County Senior Center of Troy is hosting an AARP Driver Safety course on July 14th from 9-3:30. Cost for members is $25, non-members $30.
Call 518-270-5348 to register.
Grafton Senior Center
Grafton- Everett Wagar Senior Center . 518-279-3413.
Welcome to July! We are busy here at the Senior Center. Please come check us out and join in on some of the fun.
Upcoming events and activities:
Congregate lunches served on Tuesday and Thursday at 12 noon. Chair yoga is Monday and Friday at 10AM. We will be closed on Tuesday July 4th. Tuesday July 11th : Senior Meeting at 11AM.
Birthday Celebration and Music by Brian Zapel @ 12:30. Wednesday July 12th : Legal Aid by Appt only. Tuesday July 18th: Eat Smart Demo @ 11AM. Music in the Park with Gone Gray @ 1PM.
Celebrating July 5th with Kitty Murphy and the Banjo Band
Join the Rensselaer County Senior Center as we celebrate Independence Day on July 5th with toe tapping music of the Banjo Band.
Kitty Murphy brings back fond memories of days gone by. Lunch consists of Sausage and Pasta with special dessert call today to make a reservation (518) 463-2166. Open Monday through Friday 9am to 3pm. We are located on East and Herrick streets in Rensselaer across from the Amtrak Train Satation.
Captain JP Luncheon Cruise
The Rensselaer County Senior Center of Troy is hosting a luncheon cruise on the Captain JP for all seniors in Rensselaer County. The cruise is on July 20th. We board at 11:30 and sail from noon to 3 p.m. Lunch will be roast beef, roasted chicken, vegetarian lasagna, vegetables, and salad. There will be a dessert table and entertainment will be provided by a DJ.
Come join us for an afternoon of fun! Cost is $42/pp, must have reservation. Call 518-270-5348 for more information or to get tickets.
Lebanon Seniors
Lebanon Valley Seniors meet the 1st and 3rd fridays at the New Lebanon firehouse. New members are always welcome .
You do not need to be a resident of New Lebanon to join. Membership is just $10 a year. The backpack program, veterans project, community Christmas angels are just a few things we help support, so come help us support them when we do fundraisers. We have a few upcoming events a BQ, Lakeview lunch, show at Machaydn theater, fall CT train ride and lunch, octoberfest luncheon.
For information please call Mary Defreest at 5187330009. All bus trips are open to New Lebanon residents 55 and over. All non bus related events you need to be a member, but for just $10.00 a year you can enjoy everything. So please come and be a member of our New Lebanon Senior Citizens.
Sand Lake Senior Club
The Sand Lake Seniors have put together a 3 days/2nights trip to Niagara Falls, Canadian side for Oct 16th through the 18th.
A valid ENHANCED Driver’s License or a current PASSPORT is required. We will be staying at the Holiday Inn Fallsview which is across the street from the Fallsview Casino (Bonus $35/pp).
Two breakfasts and 2 dinners are included one of which is at the Skylon Tower. Enjoy the 20 minute Hornblower Cruise of the Falls! There is a guided full day tour of historic Niagara on the Lake where you can lunch on your own followed by a wine tasting at a local vineyard. A ride on the Skywheel prior to departure for home as well as a Duty Free stop at the border.
All taxes, meal and driver gratuities are included in the price: $509/pp/DBL, $639/pp/SNG, $499/pp/TPL. Contact Bette Bieg 518-663-8292 for reservations or questions.
Musicians Wanted
Van Rensselaer Heights is hosting a “mini-Woodstock” for residents and we are looking for bands to volunteer to complete our line up.
The tentative date is August 16th from 10 AM to 5 PM. This will be an awesome opportunity to practice your preforming skills and provide some joy to the residents.
If interested please contact Ashley by July 15th at (518)621-7585 or email: achambers@nulllivemillennia.com
Lunch With Our Mayor
Join The Rensselaer County Senior Center on the first Tuesday of every month to have lunch with our Mayor.
Mike Stammel is a servant of the people and on this day he may be litterly serving you lunch and inform you of what’s happening in the City of Rensselaer and County. This is a great opportunity for a round table discussion on issues that could be of interest to you. Call to make a reservation (518) 463-2166.
Cleaning Your Closets ?
Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center is in need of quality gently used spring, summer clothes for our corner boutique.
Drop off is 9am to 2pm, please call when you get here. If you need a receipt of donation leave your name and address. We greatly appreciate your generous donations. All proceeds go to senior programs and help our seniors. For more info or to make a donation please call 518-463-2166.
Do You Depend on Depends?
Are you an active senior with an active bladder! Do you always have the urge to go? On a strong water pill? Special underwear can be very costly. We have an assortment of sizes for men and women.
Call and ask for Gloria at The Rensselaer County Senior Center. We would like to help at no cost to you. Call the Rensselaer Senior Center (518) 463-2166 9am to 3pm Monday thru Friday. We are located on East and Herrick Streets.