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January 2019
Do you have the Best Pet in the World? Enter CSSC’s Best Pet Contest and win a prize for your cherished pet. While we realize many people have special or unique pets, our contest is limited to dogs and cats. Pets play an important role in many people’s lives, especially older adults. Pets provide companionship, unconditional love, purpose to one’s life, security, and opportunities for social contact to name just a few benefits of pet ownership. Tell us why your pet is the Best Pet in the World. Pets will be judged in four categories and prizes will be awarded to [...]
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Joe Anastasio, born in Sicily, gives us a pictorial reflection of his native island like no other. Using multimedia materials, his body of work shows a tremendous love and understanding of his island. Almost all of his works are painted on ceramic tiles, illustrating scenes of Sicily with its beautiful landscapes, its people, its villages, and most of all, the sea and the unforgettable sunsets. On Thursday, January 3, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., an opening reception of his exhibit will take place at The Beltrone Living Center. The event is free and open to the public. All are welcome [...]
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Roger Dames, CSSC’s Driver Fitness Coordinator, will conduct this Defensive Driving Class at The Beltrone Living Center. Cost is $25 per person, due before day of class. To reserve your seat, call 518-459-2857 ext. 303.
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The journey continues on Wednesday, February 20, as we visit another area sacred space. Join Diane Conroy-LaCivita as she travels to St. Joseph Church in South Troy. St. Joseph Church, once referred to as the "Ironworker's Church," was founded May 2, 1847, by Fr. Peter Havermans. In 1848 the Church, serving a mostly Irish-American Community in South Troy, came under the care of Jesuits. The church building is Gothic, cruciform in shape, and erected in the basic style of the 13th century architecture. The Main Altar was built of purest statuary marble and onyx, upon which DeVinci’s Last Supper is carved in Italian Carrara marble. The Stations were imported from [...]
Find out moreRoger Dames, CSSC’s Driver Fitness Coordinator, will conduct this Defensive Driving Class at The Beltrone Living Center. Cost is $25 per person, due before day of class. To reserve your seat, call 518-459-2857 ext. 303.
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Eggs are laid by female animals of many different species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish, and have been eaten by humans for thousands of years. The most commonly consumed eggs are chicken eggs. Egg yolks and whole eggs store significant amounts of protein and choline and are widely used in cookery. In fact, due to their protein content, the United States Department of Agriculture categorizes eggs as Meat. Join “self-taught chef” Joe LaCivita and Annie Metzger, proprietor of Laughing Earth Farm, on Thursday, February 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., as they explore the many ways to enjoy [...]
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Whether you are a fan of a classic wine-tasting, or want to explore the world of craft beer, join CSSC to support members of Umbrella of Colonie on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Wolferts Roost Country Club. With your support at this event, you are helping to heat the homes of over 200 seniors who struggle to pay their high heating bills over the winter months. Proceeds from the event go toward members of Umbrella of Colonie and seniors throughout the Capital Region. Tickets are $65/pp. Younger than age 35, $30/pp. Honorary Committee tickets are $125/pp or $200/couple. For more [...]
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On Friday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., please join longtime area Chef Harold Qualters and Diane Conroy-LaCivita for an Irish cooking demonstration that will feature Irish Scones and Meat Pie. Irish cuisine is the style of cooking that originated from Ireland and developed by the Irish people. It has evolved from centuries of social and political change, and the mixing of the different cultures in Ireland, predominantly the English and Irish. Scones are an essential part of life in Ireland. Anytime you drop by a friend or family member’s house, you often have a hot cup of tea and [...]
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Marjorie Ward lives in Latham and has exhibited and sold her work throughout the Tri-city area. She is a member of The Schenectady Art Society, The Colonie Art League, and The Firehouse Artists. Her work encompasses watercolor, mixed media, and the use of alcohol-based inks. Recently, her emphasis has been on the creation of assemblage, a form of sculpture comprised of "found" objects arranged in such a way that they create a piece. Vince Forte, Jr. prefers painting in oils in a representative style. While realistic, his style is more painterly than photo realism but tighter than most impressionism. He depicts [...]
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The Antique Road Show will return to The Beltrone Living Center on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Local experts Mark Lawson from Mark Lawson Antiques, Jeffrey Demis of Ferris Coin Co., James Naughter of A & A Gem Lab, and Dennis Holzman of Dennis Holzman Antiques will be on hand to appraise your treasures. Categories of items that can be appraised include: silver and gold coins, paper money, diamonds, colored stones, jewelry, gold and silver, watches, rare books, paintings, autographs, prints, and general antiques. A fee of $5 will be charged for each appraisal with all proceeds [...]
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