By Ruth Troy
Director
May is a music filled month at Canton Woods! There will be a variety of musical entertainment at the center. The kickoff to our Summer Entertainment series begins with the performance by Sentimental Serenade, rescheduled for 3 p.m. Monday, May 8. Sentimental Serenade presents “Here’s to the Ladies.” The show features all songs made famous by female artists. Be sure to mark your calendar so you do not miss this performance. In May we also welcome Baldwinsville’s own George Leija back to Canton Woods. George will perform at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 11.
The Village Singers will provide entertainment at 3:15 p.m. Friday, May 19, and the Baldwinsville Community Band will perform a patriotic concert at 7 p.m. May 24.
The Onondaga County HIICAP representative (Health Insurance Information and Counseling Assistance) will visit Canton Woods at 10 a.m. Monday, May 1.
National Grid Consumer Advocate will be at Canton Woods at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 9. If you have any questions or concerns about your National Grid Account, the advocate is here to help.
Art Group meets at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, and Tuesday, May 23, at Canton Woods. This group is facilitated by retired B’ville art teacher, Mike Conway. The group focuses on drawing and painting. Bring your sketchbook and art supplies. The Art Group will have their first show in May at Canton Woods! The reception will be held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16.
Book Club is set to gather at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 16. The book for the May is “My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry,” By Fredrik Backman. Get reading, and join the lively discussion!
Syracuse columnist and author Sean Kirst will present his book “The Soul of Central New York: Syracuse Stories” at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 31. Plan to attend this dynamic presentation with a distinct local focus.
The AARP Defensive Driving class scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, is full.The next available class is Thursday, June 8. The class is 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Classes fill up quickly. Call Canton Woods for more information and to sign up (315) 638-4536.
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.
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 at (315) 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 $3.
Wondering what’s for lunch? On Friday, April 28, the menu includes baked lemon pepper chicken breast, zesty mashed sweet potatoes, Parmesan Brussels sprouts, and spice cake with walnut cream cheese frosting. Make a reservation and join us for 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 (315) 638-4536 or visit baldwinsville.org/departments/cantonwoods.
