By Ruth Troy
Director

Summer officially begins at Canton Woods on Tuesday, May 31! The Senior Activity Group kicks off Hot Dog Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. on May 31. Stop by the Center and enjoy these seasonal favorites. Everyone is welcome. The price is $2.25 per hot dog or coney. This is a fun and tasty fundraiser. See you at the Center!
The PREVNAR-13 pneumonia vaccine will be offered from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, at Canton Woods. Please call the center to sign up and be sure to bring all of your insurance cards.
Music is in the air at the center all month. At 3 p.m. Friday, May 20, The Village Singers will share some summertime favorites. Feel free to join in. The Baldwinsville Community Band will kick off the Memorial Day holiday at the center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 25. The band will play patriotic tunes and marches, which always create a festive atmosphere!
Summer Entertainment Series continues at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 30.  Musician Howie Bartolo will play your favorite tunes from across the decades.  Come into the Center and enjoy an afternoon of lively music. This free concert is sponsored by MVP.
Canton Woods will hold its annual Health and Wellness Event from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 19. Come by and learn about the full range of services available to you in the community.
If you are due for your Defensive Driving Class, call the center at 638-4536 to sign up. The next class is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, June 16.
Looking ahead to July, Canton Woods is excited to partner with the Cannonball Run 5K! The race is July 17 at Van Buren Park finishing off with a jump in the pool at the end of the race! Summer Market Festravaganza begins immediately following the race. Plan to stick around for live music, BBQ and farmers market vendors including local produce, flowers, artisans and crafters. Canton Woods is going to benefit from the proceeds of this race. If you run, register at willowhwc.com. Support Canton Woods Senior Center and your own wellness!
Senior  Nutrition. You can enjoy lunch at the center. Canton Woods is a senior nutrition lunch site on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Make a reservation (638-4536) and stop by at noon for lunch. The nutrition program is open to anyone 60 years of age and older. Suggested donation is $2.75.
Wondering what’s for lunch? On, Monday, May 23, the menu includes breaded chicken breast filet, served on a whole wheat bun, topped with sliced tomatoes, lettuce and ranch dressing, home style potatoes salad, and fresh watermelon. Make your reservation and join us for a delicious lunch.

Canton Woods Senior Center is located at 76 Canton St. in Baldwinsville. The center is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. To learn more, call 638-4536 or visit baldwinsville.org/departments/cantonwoods.