By Ruth Troy
Director
Canton Woods serves adults 60 years of age and older in Greater Baldwinsville, as well as folks from neighboring towns. Neighbors from bordering towns drive past their local senior centers, and are willing to pay a non-resident user fee, to spend time at Canton Woods. The center currently serves people from age 60 to age 95. We offer diverse program options to meet the needs and interests across multiple generations. This is an exciting challenge. If you are 60 or older and have not visited Canton Woods, stop in and see what you have been missing.
Canton Woods now has a medication return collection unit. This is a safe and environmentally-friendly way to dispose of your unused medications. You may drop off your unused medication to the return box at Canton Woods from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Canton Woods Summer Open Rec has started! The center is open to residents 60 and older for Open Rec from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Mondays throughout the summer.
Art Group at Canton Woods. Canton Woods is very pleased to announce that Mike Conway, newly retired art teacher, has agreed to facilitate an Art Group at Canton Woods beginning at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12. Call the center to sign up at 638-4536.
Bunco at Canton Woods! We are starting Bunco at Canton Woods! Call the center to let us know you are interested in playing. 683-4536. The July date for Bunco is 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 19.
Canton Woods Book Club’s July meeting is at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, in the Canton Woods library. Our book for July is “The Life We Bury,” by Allen Eskee. Join us for vigorous discussion of another interesting read.
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.
The Senior Activity Group Hot Dog Tuesdays are at 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday. 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!
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, barbecue 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!
Two of Canton Woods major fund raising events are just around the corner. Canton Woods’ Classic Car Show is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 8 (rain date of Aug. 15). This has become a summer favorite and is always a fun evening in on the Canton Woods grounds.
Walk for the Woods 2016! is set for Saturday, Sept. 17. We are seeking sponsors for both of these events. If you are a local merchant or business and would like to support a local organization, consider sponsoring Canton Woods Classic Car Show or Walk for the Woods 2016! Contact Canton Woods at 638-4536.
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 Wednesday, July 6, the menu includes house-made ketchup-glazed meatloaf, O’Brien scalloped potatoes, buttered sliced carrots and coconut cream pie. 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.
