Open House at The Beltrone Living Center

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Welcome Home! Consider living in one of the premier independent senior (55+) living communities in the region – The Beltrone Living Center. It is our pleasure to invite you to our Open House on Saturday, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Beltrone Living Center is located in the heart of Colonie right off Wolf Road adjacent to The Crossings of Colonie. Our building is in proximity to great restaurants and plenty of shopping while remaining close to greenery. A variety of floor plans are offered in our pet-friendly and smoke-free community. Twenty-four-hour visual security intercom system and emergency call [...]

Sacred Space: St. Anthony of Padua

After a long pause, the journey continues on Friday, September 17, as we visit another sacred space. Join Diane as she travels to St. Anthony of Padua located on State Street in Troy. In 1892, Rev. John Santoro was given permission to organize the twenty-three Italian families living in Troy into a National Parish of St. Anthony of Padua. This small Italian community was permitted to celebrate Mass in the basement of St. Mary’s Church on Third Street. Since this arrangement did not facilitate the need for other sacraments, such as baptism and reconciliation, a small structure was obtained on Ferry Street, [...]

Open House at Sheehy Manor

Tuesday, October 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open House at Sheehy Manor Tuesday, October 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Consider living in one of the Capital Regions premier independent communities for seniors with limited income (62 years of age and up). It is our pleasure to invite you to visit Sheehy Manor.  Sheehy Manor is located close to shopping, restaurants, and places of worship. Amenities include: • Bright, spacious one-bedroom apartment • Maintenance free lifestyle  • Pet friendly and smoke free • Twenty-four-hour security intercom system • Emergency call buttons in each apartment • Transportation services • Lunch served three times a week [...]

CSSC’s 40th Anniversary Party

Special Anniversary Party Lunch, Friday October 8 at noon. Join us to celebrate our 40th Anniversary! The 40th Anniversary is celebrated with rubies, so we’ll be giving out sweet ruby-red velvet cupcakes. Come for lunch or just to hear the music and have a cupcake. Reservations required. Call 518-459-2857, ext. 303. With music from Tony Schettino – all your favorite tunes! Lunch will be salmon cakes, roasted potatoes, sautéed squash and a red velvet cupcake.

October’s CSSC Community Drive-Through Dinner

Please join CSSC and Mazzone Hospitality on Friday, October 8, 2021 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. as we celebrate Octoberfest with a beautiful Community Drive-Through Dinner. The menu will include: Harvest Vegetable-Lentil Soup, Marinated Beet Salad with Red Onions and Greens, Wurst Sampler with Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage and Potato Pancakes, and Apple Strudel.  The cost is $13 a meal. Reservations are required. Please call 518-459-2857 ext. 303.

Bring Out the Best of America!

We are so excited to host a Fall Volunteer Opportunity Fair on Wednesday October 13th, from 10:00 a.m., until 1:00 p.m. in the Lakeview Room at The Beltrone Living Center.  Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. has been the sponsor of RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) since 2014. We connect senior volunteers with nonprofit organizations in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.  This Volunteer Opportunity Fair will give you the chance to speak directly with dozens of volunteer recruiters from area nonprofit organizations, like Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, Altamont Programs, Inc., The Irish American Heritage Museum, LifePath, Sunnyview Hospital and The Joan [...]

Free Public Harvest Concert

Please join CSSC on Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for a wonderful outdoor concert. Concert will be held out at the south end gazebo at The Beltrone Living Center with “Band of Gold” performing favorites from many different eras. In the event of rain, the performance will take place inside The Beltrone’s Lakeview Room.  Costume contest at 2 p.m. with prizes for; Most Creative, Scariest Costume and Funniest Costume. Enjoy pumpkin painting and refreshments. This free concert is made possible by the generous assistance and support of MediGold.

Veterans Recognition Luncheon

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Lakeview Room, Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. Monday, November 8, 2021 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Join Colonie Senior Service Centers and the members of the American Legion Joseph E. Zaloga Post #1520 as we honor Veterans from all branches of the Armed Services. Nearly 300 individuals attend; with over half of the attendees being veterans Event Sponsorship -Industry exclusivity -Company logo prominent on commemorative gift and all collateral material -Brief remarks from the podium -Premiere Exhibit Table space -Facebook Post mention and link to sponsor’s Facebook Page -Mention in press release and all media exposure [...]

$500.00 – $2,500.00

Free Holiday Concert and Tree Lighting at The Beltrone

On Wednesday, December 1, join CSSC, The Beltrone Living Center and the Mendelssohn Club of Albany for a free holiday concert and tree lighting on Wednesday, December 1 at 5:30 PM. Since its inception in 1909, the Mendelssohn Club of Albany has become the longest continuously performing arts group in the Capital District of New York State. The Mendelssohn Club of Albany is composed of men with a variety of occupations and interests who live in the greater Capital District, Hudson Valley and Berkshires. The Club is dedicated to preserving and presenting male choral music and blends musical experiences with fellowship [...]

CSSC’s International Diners Club: For the Love of Food – December’s Outing

Born in Nigeria and a resident of several regions of the country, Kelechi Nwagboso moved to America a decade ago to join her husband, a chemical engineer. Kelechi is her family’s eldest daughter and started cooking for them and assisting her mother, who ran the cafeteria at a local cement factory, when she was eight years old. She opened Keobi, the Capital Region’s first restaurant dedicated to the flavors of West Africa, on April 8, 2020 to rave reviews. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, gaining its independence in 1960 after centuries of European rule. The legacy of Nigerian [...]

Capital Holiday Lights

Please join CSSC on Wednesday, December 8, as we visit the Capital Holiday Lights.  Space is limited and you must be a senior to participate. The CSSC shuttle buses will leave The Beltrone Living Center at 5 p.m. and return at approximately 8 p.m. This outing is open to the public. To make a reservation, please call Sharon Herald at 518-459-2857 ext. 302.

THE CENTER Open House

Join us on December 14 from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. to learn about THE CENTER. THE CENTER is CSSC’s program for learning, creativity, traveling, exercising, making new friends and having fun. Come to meet a few instructors, hear about what is coming up in 2022, and have refreshments in the Lakeview Dining Room at The Beltrone Living Center. Free for all, no reservations required. You must be vaccinated to attend.

CSSC’s International Diners Club For the Love of Food – January’s Outing

Zaitoon Kitchen is brilliant in style and has a softly tweaked spin on Afghan food. The simple menu has familiar Mediterranean, Pakistani and Turkish elements, dishes that migrated and morphed along spice routes. Of course, silky hummus and smoky baba ganoush are there, as is pillowy, hand-stretched naan. Get ready for January’s dining opportunity as we visit Zaitoon Kitchen, 471 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 4:00 PM. The cost of the meal is $30. Space is limited and registration is required. CSSC Transportation Services are available for those who are unable to drive themselves. Please call Diane [...]

Sacred Spaces – Redemption Church

Please join Diane as she visits another sacred space, Redemption Church located at 1511 6th Avenue in Watervliet on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. In 1972, Elder John Massey, Jr. began a home Bible study held at his kitchen table. This home Bible study was a small sanctuary for nightly gatherings of prayer, devotions, and in-depth Bible study. The kitchen became too small for the group that began gathering on a regular basis, so the services were moved to a small rented church building on Fifth Avenue. In less than a year, the small church building was filled to capacity, and the [...]

Humana Cornhole Tournament at Colonie Center

Calling All CSSC Cornhole Players! CSSC is looking for seniors to join our cornhole team to compete in the Humana Cornhole Tournament at Colonie Center. On Thursdays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., throughout the month of April, seniors from around the Capital Region will compete to see who is the championship team. Door prizes will be available and all participants will receive a t-shirt. For more information contact Louis at 518-459-2857, ext. 340.

Community Drive Thru Dinner

April’s Community Drive Thru Dinner Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Menu Spring Vegetable Lentil Soup Baby Greens with Roasted Peppers, Olives, Provolone Cheese & White Balsamic Vinaigrette A Duet of Glazed Ham and Roasted Turkey Breast, Sun Dried Cranberry Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole Lemon Mousse, Mixed Berry Compote,  Lady Fingers This wonderful drive thru meal is available to anyone in the community. Reservations are required and the cost is $15 per meal. To make a reservation or for additional information, please call Louis at 518-459-2857 ext. 340.

Defensive Driving Class

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Roger Dames, CSSC’s Driver Fitness Coordinator, will conduct a Defensive Driving Class on: Saturday, April 9, 2022 Class will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY. Cost is $25 per person, due before day of class. To reserve your seat, call 518-459-2857, ext. 340.      

Defensive Driving Class

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Roger Dames, CSSC’s Driver Fitness Coordinator, will conduct a Defensive Driving Class on: Friday, April 22, 2022 Class will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY. Cost is $25 per person, due before day of class. To reserve your seat, call 518-459-2857, ext. 340.  

International Diners Club

CSSC’s International Diners Club – For the Love of Food April’s Outing – Italian Anyone? Formerly V&R on Madison Ave, now Rudy’s V&R, located off Everett Road at the West Albany Italian Benevolent Society. The V&R initials are for the original partners of the Albany restaurant, Vinny Lulgjuraj and Rudy Berisic. This restaurant is known for their Italian house specialties and homemade desserts. Get ready for April’s dining opportunity as we visit Rudy’s V & R Italian Ristorante, 50 Exchange Street, Albany on Tuesday, April 26 at 4:30 p.m. The cost of the meal is $33. Space is limited and registration [...]

Sacred Spaces – St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church

The journey continues on Wednesday, April 27, as we visit another area sacred space. Join Diane Conroy-LaCivita as she travels to St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in downtown Watervliet.  St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church is a magnificent church building established in 1906. It displays the Romanesque style of architecture designed by noted architects Bernhardt and Noack. Located at the junction of 4th Avenue and 24th Street, the church has a stunning architecture and speaks only of grandeur. The splendid design and intricate details are proof of the golden era to which it belonged.  The CSSC shuttle bus will leave The Beltrone Living [...]

Drug Take Back Event at The BLC

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands, which is dangerous and often tragic. That is why NYS Assemblyman and Pharmacist John McDonald, owner of Marra’s Pharmacy in Cohoes, and Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. are teaming up to offer a medication take back event at The Beltrone Living Center. Clean out your medicine cabinets and bring your expired or unwanted medications with you on Thursday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. John McDonald will be on site to take those medications from you so that they are properly disposed of and he will also [...]

April Community Concert

Join us on Friday, April 29th from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for our second monthly community concert in a four-part series entitled World Concert Series – Music for the Ages. Fritz’s Polka Band (FPB) was formed in 1978. From Verona, NY, Fritz’s Polka Band is NOT an oompa pa band or the stereotypical “polka” band. In fact, FPB is known for breaking the stereotype regarding “polka” music. FPB is the first polka band to perform at a Woodstock Festival (Woodstock ’99)! Fritz’s Polka Band has made 19 recordings, which have achieved international airplay.  Band Members: Fritz Scherz – piano accordion, button-box accordion, vocals [...]

Mother’s Day Fashion Show and Luncheon

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Friday, May 6th, 2022 11:30 am – 1:30 pm **Seating will be limited. Join in this fun-filled event as see the latest fashions for this mother's day! The Mother’s Day Fashion Show and Luncheon promises to be a fun and pleasing day to see this summer’s stunning fashions. All proceeds from this year’s Fashion Show and Luncheon support CSSC’s Transportation Services Program. Our fleet of vehicles has the capacity to complete over 100 trips per day taking seniors to medical appointments, shopping and other activities. This service assists seniors to age-in-place in their own home in the community. [...]

$20.00 – $500.00

Defensive Driving Class

The Beltrone Living Center 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY, United States

Roger Dames, CSSC’s Driver Fitness Coordinator, will conduct a Defensive Driving Class on: Wednesday, May 11, 2022 Class will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY. Cost is $25 per person, due before day of class. To reserve your seat, call 518-459-2857, ext. 340.

May’s Healthy and Local Cooking Class – Farm Fresh Korean Cuisine

Korean food is some of the healthiest on earth, with an emphasis on vegetables, meats cooked simply and without much oil, and a near obsession with the fermented vegetable kimchi. Much of the food that exists in Korea today and the customs surrounding it have come from royal cuisine and the complex customs of the ancient court. The food is a study in balance with careful consideration given to temperature, spiciness, color and texture along with considered presentation. With generous support from CDPHP, please join a Chef from Sunhee’s Farm and Kitchen, and Jennifer Zhao, Executive Director of the International Center [...]

May’s Community Drive Thru Dinner

Friday, May 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. “Cruising to the Islands” Menu • Bermudian Fish Chowder with Black Rum • Arugula Salad with Cucumbers and Dill with White Balsamic Vinaigrette • Roasted Chicken with Mango Sauce • Rice & Peas, Spinach • Key Lime Pie These wonderful drive thru meals are available to anyone in the community. Reservations are required and the cost is $15 per meal. To make a reservation or for additional information, please call Louis at 518-459-2857 ext. 340.

OPEN HOUSE!

The Beltrone Living Center has scheduled their spring open house for Saturday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Come tour one of our region’s premiere independent senior 55+ living communities. Adjacent to the Crossings Park of Colonie, The Beltrone is about affordability, a multitude of on-going planned activities and outings, wonderful cuisine prepared on premise by Mazzone Hospitality and location, location, location; close to shopping and area attractions. Many apartment models to choose from. For questions or for additional information call 518-459-2711.

CSSC’s May International Diners Club – For the Love of Food

May’s Outing – Korean Anyone? Join Diane on her next scheduled international dining excursion to Sunhee’s Farm & Kitchen, 95-97 Ferry Street in Troy on Tuesday, May 17, 2021. The name “Sunhee’s” is derived from the combination of the ends of the chefs’ Korean names, Sun Hwa and Chun Hee. Just as the namesake draws upon each individual to create a single entity, Sun Hwa and Chun Hee’s passion for food and complimentary syles come together to form an impeccable partnership in the kitchen. Having immigrated separately to the US in 1993, Sun Hwa and Chun Hee share in more than [...]

Italian Night with The Good Times Band

Join us on Friday, May 20 for our third free community concert in a four-part series entitled World Concert Series – Music for the Ages. May is dedicated to Italian music, culture and cuisine.  Formed forty years ago, The Good Times Band with members John Rizzo on guitar, Nick Rizzo on base and Todd Sardella on keyboard and vocals know all the pop and classic Italian tunes. All originally from Schenectady and related to one another, John explained that their music is as important to them as their family.  This event is possible with the generous support from the New York [...]

CSSC’s International Diners Club – For the Love of Food June’s Outing – Colombian Anyone?

Join Diane on her next scheduled international excursion to Moliendo Café, 791 Madison Avenue in Albany on Wednesday, June 1 at 4:30 p.m. (CSSC bus will be leaving by 4:00 p.m.) Humble and brightly lit, Moliendo Café feels as warm and welcoming as their traditional Colombian cooking. Owner Diane Murcia, a native of Medellin, Colombia, opened the restaurant in 2017 which is known for its delicious ethnic Colombian menu complete with soups, cheese breads and empanadas (soups are integral to Colombian cuisine). The cost of the meal is $30. Attendees will be ordering off a specially chosen event menu which will [...]