Chefs in Motion is a collaboration between the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Cornell Cooperative Extension, the New York State Wine and Grape Foundation and the Times Union. Participating Chefs will be provided a “shopping cart” of locally-sourced products and seasonal produce from which they will be asked to create a signature dish. The event will highlight New York State Vintners, Wine Makers and Sommeliers in an additional competition of “Stump the Wine Expert” as part of the VIP/Honorary Reception prior to the event’s start time. People’s Choice as well as Judges’ Choice Awards. Emcee Steve Barnes, Senior [...]

Be part of the fun! Join Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. at our 2nd Annual Croquet Tournament on Friday, September 13, 2019, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rain date is September 20, 2019. Croquet can be played by two, four or six players. The object of the game is to hit your ball(s) through the course of six hoops in the right sequence in each direction and finish by hitting them against the last peg. This is a fun-filled day beginning with lunch and a “learn to play” demonstration at The Crossings Park next to the maze, with the tournament [...]

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 27, 2020, 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 professionals under age 35, $35/pp. Seniors age 60 and older, $35/pp. Honorary Committee [...]

Local Chefs Kyle McPherson and Joan Porambo, last year’s CSSC Chef’s in Motion competition winners, will be creating a one-of a kind summer BBQ made from our local bounty! And we will be serving Allie B’s Famous Macaroni and Cheese (Voted the Best Macaroni & Cheese in our Region)!  Customers just need to drive through the parking lot of The Beltrone Living Center, order and pick-up your delicious BBQ! You will never need to leave the comfort of your car for a great meal! Menu • BBQ Local Chicken • Roasted Street Corn Salad • Allie B's Famous Macaroni and Cheese • [...]

Monday, October 5, 2020 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany Please join us as the area’s top culinary talent provide competitive entrees using local bounty.  • $25 Tickets • Support Local Cullinery Talent During the Pandemic • People’s Choice as well as Judges’ Choice Awards • Make reservations now! Pre-order only. Order tickets below or call Sharon Herald at 518-459-2857 ext. 302

Monday, September 19, 2022 The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY All proceeds of this event will benefit the CSSC Transportation Services, which annually provides over 25,000 rides for seniors in our community, allowing them to safely age in place. To make a reservation, call 518-459-2857 ext. 302 Event Sponsorship -Premiere placement of your company logo on the event invitation, during the Chefs in Motion event, in the event program, in the Times Union’s event ad, as well as radio and TV advertising (as secured) · Premiere placement of your company logo hyperlinked to [...]

Monday, September 11, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Schuyler Meadows Club 12:15 p.m. Shot Gun Start On Monday September 11th, Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. (CSSC) will host the 30th Annual Salvatore R. & Anna E. Beltrone Golf Classic, at Schuyler Meadows Club in Loudonville. Proceeds from The Beltrone Classic benefit CSSC’s Transportation Services which enables seniors to get to medical appointments, attend and socialize at senior dining sites, participate in social adult day service programs, volunteer in the community, get to their pharmacy and grocery store, attend religious, cultural, social and life-long learning activities, and other errands [...]

Fifth Annual Chefs in Motion: Culinary Tasting and Competition Monday, September 18, 2023 The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY You are cordially invited to join us on Monday, September 18, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany for the Fifth Annual Chefs in Motion: Culinary Tasting and Competition. Led by Colonie Senior Service Centers, Chefs in Motion is a collaboration between New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and area growers and producers to highlight the fantastic items grown and produced in New York State. [...]

Monday, September 9, 2024 | 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Schuyler Meadows Club 12:15 p.m. Shot Gun Start On Monday September 9th, Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. (CSSC) will host the 31st Annual Salvatore R. & Anna E. Beltrone Golf Classic, at Schuyler Meadows Club in Loudonville. Proceeds from The Beltrone Classic benefit CSSC’s Transportation Services which enables seniors to get to medical appointments, attend and socialize at senior dining sites, participate in social adult day service programs, volunteer in the community, get to their pharmacy and grocery store, attend religious, cultural, social and life-long learning activities, and other [...]

6th Annual Chefs in Motion: Culinary Tasting and Competition Monday, September 16, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY Led by Colonie Senior Service Centers, Chefs in Motion is a collaboration between New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and Cornell Cooperative Extension, to highlight the fantastic items grown and produced in New York State. To support this initiative, participating chefs will be provided a “shopping cart” of locally sourced products and seasonal produce prior to the event and will be asked to create a signature dish, either a soup, [...]

CSSC is once again thrilled to have Crisafulli Bros. partner with us in hosting Warmth of Winter, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Wolferts Roost Country Club in Albany. We invite you to join us for this special wine and craft beer tasting event! Each year proceeds from Warmth of Winter directly support seniors in need of heating assistance. Winter is an especially challenging time for older adults as they are often in their homes and isolated. Many will probably face making a choice between heating their homes, or purchasing medicine and food. So please [...]

Monday, September 8, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Schuyler Meadows Club 12:15 p.m. Shot Gun Start On Monday September 8th, Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. (CSSC) will host the 32ndt Annual Salvatore R. & Anna E. Beltrone Golf Classic, at Schuyler Meadows Club in Loudonville. Play a round of golf at one of the area’s most exclusive courses while helping to serve the needs of seniors and their families. A fun filled day on the course, games, auction, and raffles help raise funds that benefit CSSC’s Transportation Services. Proceeds from The Beltrone Classic benefit CSSC’s Transportation Services which enables [...]

Chefs in Motion: Culinary Tasting and Competition Monday, September 29, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY Join us for our Chefs in Motion event, as local chefs compete using local produce and product to be the best chef in the Capital Region. Both Judges Choice and People’s Choice prizes are awarded. A collaboration between CSSC, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, and Cornell Cooperative Extension, to benefit CSSC’s Transportation Services. This year, our distinguished panel of judges for Chefs in Motion will include Chef Joan Dembinski, Chef Yono [...]

Warmth of Winter, on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Wolferts Roost Country Club in Albany. We invite you to join us for this special wine and craft beer tasting event! Each year proceeds from Warmth of Winter directly support seniors in need of heating assistance. Winter is an especially challenging time for older adults as they are often in their homes and isolated. National Grid is predicting a 39% increase in their heating costs and we are seeing a dramatic number of seniors who are worrying about heating their homes. Many will probably face [...]