BALDWINSVILLE — Whether you’re into gardening or just gathering with friends, Canton Woods Senior Centeroffers a wide range of programs. Make a fresh start this spring — stop by the center to try something new.
Things to do
Art Group is led by Mike Conway, and meets at 2 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The next meeting is Tuesday, April 19.
Be a part of Canton Woods Garden coming back to life! Bert Mead will meet with any seniors interested in helping with the center’s garden. Join Bert for a planning meeting for the 2022 planting season. The meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 20.
Looking for something to do on rainy spring days? We have lot of puzzles for you to take home and enjoy. They are located just inside the front entrance.
Bunco returns to Canton Woods at 10 a.m. Friday, April 22. This is a fun, fast-moving dice game. Give it a try.
Book Club meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 26. The current book is “The Razor’s Edge” by W. Somerset Maugham. Start reading and join the lively discussion.
PEACE lunch
Canton Woods is serving the PEACE, Inc. senior nutrition hot lunch in the dining room for fully vaccinated individuals at noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday. You will be asked to show proof of vaccination. Please plan to arrive between 11:30 and 11:45 a.m.
The takeaway meal is also available for those who are unvaccinated or who prefer not to dine inside. Please plan to drive up between 11:15 and 11:45 a.m.
You must make a reservation for both lunch programs. Call 315-638-4536 to reserve your lunch.
Senior services
Free legal services are available at Canton Woods on several Tuesdays throughout the year. The next session is noon to 3:30 p.m. May 10. Call the center at 315-638-4536 to make an appointment. You must be a resident of Onondaga County and at least 60 years old to participate in this program.
Nadine Kerr, Baldwinsville Family and Consumer Science teacher, offers Smartphone, iPad, Tablet or Laptop Computer Assistance. If you need help figuring out how to use the calendar, email or going online she is very familiar with Apple devices as well. Bring your devices and any questions (it is a good idea to write them down). Unfortunately, Nadine cannot help with a Tracfone. Nadine will be at Canton Woods from 2:45 to 3:55 p.m. Monday, May 9. lease call the center in advance to schedule an appointment.
Wellness and fitness
Canton Woods can help you stay fit and well with one of these fun fitness classes.
Tai Chi (Yang short form) classes are held at 8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. A fee is payable to the instructor.
Aerobics for Seniors takes place at 9:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. A fee is payable to the instructor.
Free Falls Prevention classes are held at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Kripalu “Chair Optional” Yoga, led by Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher Yvonne Martin, takes place at 11 a.m. Tuesdays. The instructor accepts donations.
Line Dancing is easy, fun, and great exercise for your body and your brain. This class is geared toward the novice line dancer. No experience is necessary. Instructor Eileen Corlett, who has over 30 years of experience teaching dance to children and adults, will thoroughly explain and teach basic line dance steps. Beginner line dances will be done to a wide genre of music (country, oldies, pop, Latin and more). So, get your dancing shoes on and join the fun! Classes take place from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays. A fee is payable to the instructor.
If you haven’t checked out our new Senior Cardio Ball Drumming class, now is your chance! This is a low-impact exercise class using music, large exercise ball and drumsticks to move to the beat. Arlette Folckemer leads free classes at 9:30 a.m. Fridays. Participation is limited to 12 people, so call 315-638-4536 to reserve your spot.
Bottle and can drive
Your nickels will add up to help your senior center. There are now two ways to contribute.
The Canton Woods Board and Senior Activity Committee have an ongoing bottle and can collection program. Any bottles or cans placed in the bottle and can collection boxes at the center are returned for the deposit. The funds benefit you through your Senior Activity Committee.
In addition to the collection program at the center, you and your family members may return bottles and cans to McBride’s Bottle and Can Return, 80 Smokey Hollow Road. Let the clerk know you are donating your returns to Canton Woods Senior Center. They will credit the amount to our account.
Thank you for participating in these fundraising events.
Canton Woods Senior Center is located at 76 Canton St. in the village of Baldwinsville. The center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, visit baldwinsville.org/canton-woods-senior-center or call 315-638-4536.
