By Ruth Troy
Director
Canton Woods wishes to thank everyone who made a donation to the center during National Senior Center Month. We truly appreciate your generous support of Canton Woods’ mission — helping seniors to remain active members of the community!
You can also support the senior center by purchasing environmentally friendly reusable Canton Woods grocery bags at the center for $3 each. The bags are practical, attractive, and support your senior center!
We will also be selling the reusable grocery bags outside of Kinney Drugs in Baldwinsville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.
Coming up at Canton Woods
Fall means it is Limburger cheese time! Plan to join your fellow cheese lovers for our annual Limburger Cheese Party at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10. Make your paid reservation by noon Friday, Sept. 27. The cost is $6. Thank you to MVP and Bruce and Linda Barnes for supporting this annual fall tradition.
It is never too late to unearth your inner artist. Retired B’ville art teacher Mike Conway leads an Art Group at Canton Woods that focuses on drawing and painting for beginner and intermediate students. The Art Group next meets at 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 1 and 15. New participants are welcome!
The next Make and Take Card Making Workshop will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27. The cost is approximately $2 for supplies. You will go home with a beautiful handmade card or two.
Canton Woods Craft Group meets at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. Come on in and join the fun! Canton Woods’ Craft Fair is Dec. 7.
Tina Trainham hosts the Sharing Memories Writing Program at 1 p.m. each Wednesday. Just come with your memories.
Canton Woods Book Club next meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15. The book for the month is “The Huntress” by Kate Quinn. Start reading and join the lively discussion. The Book Club is facilitated by Edwina Hay.
Resources for seniors
HIICAP (Health Insurance Information Counseling Assistance Program) offers free and unbiased information and assistance. This program is brought to you by the Onondaga County Office for Aging. The HIICAP representative will be available at Canton Woods at 10 a.m. Monday, October 7.
Nadine Kerr, B’ville family and consumer science teacher, will offer Smartphone, iPad, Tablet or Laptop Computer Assistance from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30. Need help figuring out how to use the calendar, email or going online? Bring your devices and questions (it’s a good idea to write them down) and she will try to help you! Please schedule a 20-minute appointment by calling 315-638-4536.
Health and fitness
It is flu immunization clinic season. There will be two clinics provided by your local Walgreens pharmacist at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 11 and Nov. 1. Please be sure to bring all of your insurance cards with you.
Fall is here so all of our fitness programs are starting fall sessions. Find the fitness program that meets your needs and get moving!
Zumba Gold is back! Join instructor Susan Petrilli for 45 minutes of fun on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Class fee is $5 (pay as you go), payable to the instructor. Zumba Gold is an easy to follow program that lets you move to the beat at your own speed. Zumba Gold provides modified low-impact moves for all levels, and is designed for active older adults and beginners. Zumba is invigorating and fun!
A licensed massage therapist will offer chair massage at Canton Woods from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 2, 16 and 30. The fee is $10 for a 10-minute massage. Call 315-638-4536 to make an appointment.
Instructor Yvonne Martin brings Kripalu “chair optional” yoga to Canton Woods. Kripalu yoga is a gentle mindful practice that emphasis compassionate self-acceptance, and awareness. Class is held every Monday at 10:30 a.m.
Aerobics is held at 9:15 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. There is a fee payable to the instructor September through May. The fall session has begun!
Canton Woods offers a free falls prevention class at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday led by licensed physical therapist, Julie Hall.
Senior nutrition
The center is a PEACE senior nutrition lunch site on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Make your reservation by calling 315-638-4536 and stop by at noon for lunch. Suggested donation is $3.50. The nutrition program is open to anyone 60 years of age and older.
On Monday, Oct. 7, the menu includes roasted chicken with garlic herb gravy, apple and celery stuffing, buttery peas and pearl onions and apricot halves. Make a reservation and joins 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 or to register for programs, call 315-638-4536 or visit baldwinsville.org/departments/cantonwoods.
