By Ruth Troy

Director

It’s time for the Rotary Senior Picnic. The Baldwinsville Rotary Club is hosting a picnic for Baldwinsville area seniors from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, at Canton Woods.  Make a reservation by calling the center at 638-4536. Enjoy the summer season!

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.

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

Theresa Golden, assessor for the towns of Lysander and Van Buren, will be visiting Canton Woods at 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 29. The assessor will discuss the STAR exemption 2016 (Basic and Enhanced) and answer your questions.

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 Monday June 27, the menu includes breaded haddock served on a whole wheat bun with tangy tartar sauce, creamy macaroni and cheese, lemon butter asparagus cuts and fresh orange. 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.