Class Catalog 2020 Winter 2020

AMHERST CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES

Learn Something New

Winter Class Catalog 2020 Winter 2020

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2 Amherst Center For Senior Services General Information MISSION STATEMENT The Town of Amherst Center for Senior Services is a Table of Contents human service agency serving the community’s older Academic Studies...... 6 residents and their families. The Department’s mission The Arts...... 8 is to foster the physical and mental well-being of senior Cards...... 9 citizens by providing educational and recreational activities, nutritional, health-related, social and support Evening Classes...... 10 services and opportunities for volunteerism. The Health & Fitness...... 11 Department is an advocate for senior citizens and seeks Dance...... 11 to promote and sustain independence or optimal level Yoga...... 16 of well-being. Home Arts...... 18 Music...... 19 MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED FOR CLASS Technology...... 22 REGISTRATION At 55 years of age individuals are eligible for AARP Smart Driver...... 24 membership in the Amherst Center for Senior Massage Therapy...... 26 Services. Spouses must meet membership eligibility Registration Information...... 28 requirements. Registration Form...... 29, 31

MEMBERSHIP FEES Membership fees for Town of Amherst Residents are $30 for Individual Lifetime Membership or $50 Lifetime Couple or Household Membership. For Non-Town Residents Individual membership is $30 for 12 month membership, Couple or Household membership (for any two individuals living at the same address) is $50 for 12 month membership. Lifetime Individual membership is $100. Lifetime Couple membership is $150. Membership fees help pay for: The upkeep of the building and surrounding lawn and gardens, i.e. utilities, cleaning, maintenance, program equipment, as well as Social Casework Services, special events & programs. Veteran’s Day Celebration Friday, November 8 at 11:30 Please join us at the Amherst Center for Senior Services to honor our Veterans. We will be showcasing authentic displays, enjoying patriotic music with a live piano performance and singing by the Amherst Senior Singers. The County Clerk’s Office will also be on-site for those wishing to become a part of the Thank a Vet Program and the Veteran’s Association. A special lunch will be served at 12:00 and all veterans will enjoy a complimentary lunch. Join us in recognizing the men and women who “stepped up” to protect all that we hold dear. This event is proudly sponsored by Heathwood Assisted Living Advance lunch reservations are required. Please call 636-3050 to reserve your spot now.

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 3 Winter 2020 The Importance of Learning Something New as You Age As the old saying goes, you can’t teach an old dog new We’ve seen the same pattern with other activities, as tricks. But according to recent research, that may not well. According to one study, children who learned be entirely true. an instrument when they were younger had better cognitive function as adults. Though the study involved Though it’s harder for the brain to learn a new skill children, researchers say playing music improves brain as you age, several studies show that taking on this health because doing this activity involves so many challenge can lead to improved memory function and different and repetitive cognitive processes, along brain health. with the emotional engagement that comes from According to a study published in the journal Psycho- being involved in music making. logical Science, older adults who learn a new skill have If you want to stay mentally sharp as you age, here are improved memory. The study involved 221 people a few activities to consider: between age 60 to 90. In the study, some participants spent 16.5 hours a week for three months taking up • Learn a foreign language: Learning another hobbies or crafts such as digital photography and language is the equivalent of a mental workout quilting. Another group did social activities such as for the brain and may improve attention and watching movies or thinking about previous vacations, concentration. while a control group listened to the radio or played • These activities require simple games and puzzles. Those in the first group Solve a riddle or a puzzle: a lot of problem-solving skills and can enhance your who spent months learning a new skill had the biggest creativity and mental sharpness. memory gains. • In addition to the Researchers chose digital photography and quilting Learn a new instrument: constant practice, learning a new instrument can because they said these activities required the most improve hand-eye coordination, leading to physical active engagement, usage of long-term memory and as well as cognitive benefits for seniors. Drawing, cognitive ability. Researchers encouraged participants knitting and painting have similar benefits, too. to continuously learn and improve upon the skills they developed. This proved to be more mentally • Memorize a daily list: Make a grocery or things to- challenging, and in turn, delivered the most cognitive do list and memorize it. Wait an hour or so and see benefit. how many items on the list you can remember. This suggests that what you learn is just as important • Learn a new recipe or take a cooking as trying new things. Learning a new skill may reduce class: Review a recipe and see if you can cook it an older adults’ risk of dementia by strengthening from memory without looking at a piece of paper. connections between different parts of the brain. Or, take a cooking class. Cooking involves so many These connections can be improved through activities different activities and senses — from touch and such as learning a new language, learning to ride a taste to smell and sight — that your brain will work bike or playing a new instrument because they are overtime to process everything going on around more cognitively demanding. In fact, recent research you. has shown that though it is difficult for an aging brain CESAR QUILILAN, M.D. to take in new information, learning a new language August 31, 2016 has significant benefits for brain health and can slow Posted in: Living Younger, MetroHealth News cognitive decline as you age. Why? Because being bilingual or multilingual allows the brain to get “built-in exercise.” Your brain has to Try a new skill. There are many do a bit more work to juggle two or more languages, choices in this catalog to challenge so in a way it’s already trained to take in and process you mentally and physically. complicated information. Because of this, it may be easier to concentrate and focus on a variety of The brain isn’t a muscle, but it cognitive tasks, whether it’s word recognition or doing certainly behaves like one, a crossword puzzle. Additional research has shown that people who know more than one language perform so continuously exercise it better on attention tests and have a better ability to to keep it in the best shape. concentrate. 4 Amherst Center For Senior Services Winter 2020

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 5 Academic Studies ART HISTORY - Art in the Academic Studies Contemporary Age Addresses artistic trends from the post-war era to The views expressed by the instructors of our the recent contemporary art showing at the Venice classes are strictly their own and can in no way Biennale. Artists covered include Jackson Pollack, be considered to express the views or policies the Abstract Impressionists, Andy Warhol, the Pop of the Amherst Center for Senior Services. Movement, Joseph Beuys, the Socialist art movements, Marina Abramovic, the Performance medium, Sol ALL THE NEWS & ISSUES Lewitt, Conceptualism and the Pluralism of the Post- Stay informed. This weekly discussion group will touch Modern Age. upon local, national and world events and topics. One Laura Watts Sommer, instructor of the following volunteers will lead the group each week: Bruce Brown, Janice Dunne, Leah Hayes, Carol Thursday, 1/30-3/19 (8x) Hensel, Jane Kauffman, Geoffrey McCauley, Nick Read, 10:00–11:30 a.m. Classroom 2 $30.00 Susan Stoll, or Lenny Testa. Friday, 1/3-4/24 (16x) no class 4/10 AVIATION Explore the world of aviation from Piper Cubs to 9:30--11:30 a.m. Classroom 2 $20.00 4th generation supersonic fighter jets. Discover the history of early successes and failures, who controls the arrivals at busy airports, and more. The curriculum will be adapted to fit the class interest, so bring your Do You Need Support? questions. Colonel Doug Routt, USAF ret., has over The Amherst Center for Senior Services 5,000 hours experience in fighter jets and has flown offers monthly support groups for numerous aircraft as an instructor for the FAA. widow/widowers and caregivers. Douglas Byrum Routt, instructor If you are interested, please contact our Social Work Department at 636-3050. Thursday, 1/9-2/6 (5x) 10:00 a.m.--noon Classroom 3 $28.00

6 Amherst Center For Senior Services Academic Studies BUFFALO RAILROADS & MORE NEW Learn about the historic Buffalo Central Terminal, Williamsville Lehigh Valley Depot and the Orchard Park Depot. Hear fascinating stories from a retired locomotive engineer and a hostess on the famous 20th Century Limited. March 2nd class will run to 11:30 a.m. A portion of the class fee will be donated to the WNY Railway Historical Society. Different presenter each Week. Monday, 3/2-3/30 (5x) Thanksgiving Lunch 10:00-11:00 a.m. Classroom 2 $20.00 Tuesday, November 26 CURRENT EVENTS at 12:00 One of the following will lead the group each week: Start your holidays at the Amherst Center Robert Chamberlin, Jeff Goodman, Dick Mallison, Richard Schanley or Joann Shafer. Stay informed. This for Senior Services! We will be enjoying weekly discussion group will touch upon local, national turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and carrots, and world events and topics. followed by pumpkin pie. Tuesday, 1/14-4/7 (13x) This event is proudly sponsored by Elderwood. 9:30--11:30 a.m. Classroom 1 $30.00 Advance lunch reservations are FRENCH-Continuing Conversation required. Please call 636-3050 to Information not available at time of print. Please call reserve your spot now. Cindy Weiss at 636-3055, ext. 3109 for further details.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ASSASSINATION NEW The instructor shares his views on the circumstances surrounding the death of Rev. King and examines possible government and media complicity. He will explore if King’s career, that of Rosa Parks and other OLD TIME RADIO Join us on a trip to a quieter, gentler time. “Those were Civil Rights leaders were purposely misrepresented the days”…when Jack Benny, Fibber McGee and Molly, and used as a means of avoiding historical truths The Shadow, Bing Crosby, and more entertained and evading responsibility for change in social and young and old alike. A special program you’d like to economic justice. revisit? We’ll do our best to do just that! Phillip Haseley, instructor David Converse, instructor Wednesday, 4/8 (1x) Wednesday, 3/4-4/8 (6x) 3:00—5:00 p.m. Classroom 2 $10.00 10:00--11:30 a.m. Classroom 1 $26.00

REFRESHMENT OF THE SOUL – The Music WRITING A MEMOIR NEW of Johann Sebastian Bach NEW A memoir is a legacy: Get your recollections down Delve into the encyclopedic musical mind of Bach in on paper. In this half day workshop, learn how to this informative class taught by Michael Harris. Please gather materials and decide what memories to refer to Music Appreciation under the MUSIC Section include. Practice writing the first draft. There will be a for more details. meet, mingle and munch break. A Kindle copy of the instructor’s book There must be 50 Ways to Write SPANISH Your Memoir is included in the fee. Linda Chalmer Information not available at time of print. Please call Zemel is a retired English professor who has written Cindy Weiss at 636-3055, ext. 3109 for further details. feature articles for the Buffalo News. Linda Chalmer Zemel, instructor Monday, 4/27 (1x) 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Classroom 1 $15.00

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 7 The Arts LEARNING TO USE A CALLIGRAPHY PEN The Arts Learn to use a calligraphy pen to make letters, flowers, flourishes and a simple alphabet. Register for the ACRYLIC / OIL PAINTING 6-week class to expand on your experience. For a Learn the fundamentals of painting, working from supply list, call 839-1922. observation, ideas and references. This is a flexible Mary Jo LaClair, instructor program to meet participants’ needs and interests. Beginners welcome. For questions regarding supplies Friday, 1/10 (1x) only, call 812-8937. 10:00—noon Art Room $10.00 Elaine Grisanti, instructor WATERCOLOR CLASS - Beginning Monday, 1/6-3/23 (8x) no class 3/2 &3/9 Various techniques used in watercolor painting are 9:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m. Art Room $50.00 introduced. Each technique will be demonstrated, step-by-step by the instructor, followed by student CALLIGRAPHY – Beginning & Continuing participation. Find the materials list at www. Learn or refresh your knowledge of this beautiful woodswindnwater.com, select Studio at the top Italian Renaissance chancery/cursive style of writing. of the page and select Beginner Watercolor under Find ideas for creating your own greeting cards and Materials List. lettering poems. Continuing students may explore Dan Meyer, instructor other alphabets. Bring to the first class: a calligraphy fountain pen with broad, medium and fine nib, ink Tuesday, 1/7-3/17 (11x) suitable for a fountain pen, ruler, pencil, and a sheet of 9:30–11:30 a.m. Craft Room $69.00 good quality computer paper. Additional paper and other supplies needed for subsequent classes will be discussed in the first class. Any questions on supplies WATERCOLOR CLASS - Intermediate only, call 839-1922. Go beyond the basics. For advanced watercolorists also. Step-by-step demonstration by the instructor, Mary Jo LaClair, instructor followed by student participation. Find the materials list at www.woodswindnwater.com, select Studio at Friday, 1/24-3/6 (7x) the top of the page and then select Intermediate and 10:00 a.m.--noon Art Room $40.00 Advanced Watercolor under Materials List. Dan Meyer, instructor CALLIGRAPHY – Advanced Prerequisite: Knowledge of one calligraphy alphabet Wednesday, 1/8-4/8 (13x) no class 3/25 or completion of our Beginner Calligraphy class. Brush 9:30--11:30 a.m. Art Room $72.00 up on skills and learn new alphabets. Bring to the first class: a calligraphy fountain pen with broad, medium and fine nib, ink suitable for a fountain pen, ruler, WOODCARVING –Beginner/Intermediate pencil, and other favorite calligraphy tools. Students will carve a standing egg with a bunny hatching from the egg. Safety, sharpening and tool Mary Jo LaClair, instructor requirements will be discussed at the first class. Wood for the project is included in the class fee. Supply list Friday, 1/24-3/13 (8x) for beginners available by calling Cindy Weiss at 636- 12:30--2:30 p.m. Art Room $46.00 3055, ext. 3109. Deborah Barbour is an award winning woodcarver with 10 years experience. LEARN TO DRAW MORE Debbie Barbour, instructor Expand your drawing abilities. In this class you will learn the art of drawing and shading with pen and ink and Thursday, 1/9-3/12 (8x) no class 2/6, 2/13 the art of working with charcoal. Subjects include a still 2:00–4:00 p.m. Art Room $40.00 life, landscape and portrait. Basic drawing skills helpful. Access a materials list at www.woodswindnwater. com, select Studio at the top of the page and then select Draw More under Materials List. Dan Meyer, instructor Thursday, 1/9-3/19 (11x) 9:30--11:30 a.m. Craft Room $69.00

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Cards Due to the popularity of the Bridge Review class, members who have previously attended this class are encouraged to join the Amherst Senior Services’ Thursday Morning Duplicate Bridge or Friday Afternoon Bridge Club. This will allow other members Chanukah a chance to register for this class. BEGINNING BRIDGE CLASS - PART II Celebration If you have never played Bridge, learn the basics in this class designed for Beginners. & Lunch Jini Rizzo, instructor Tuesday, 1/7-4/7 (12x) no class 1/21, 2/18 Thurs., Dec. 19 at 11:15 10:30 a.m.--12:30 p.m. Card Room $42.00 Celebrate the beginning of Chanukah with music & songs by the children from BRIDGE REVIEW Jewish Heritage Day School A refresher course, with play of the hand to sharpen and then enjoy a wonderful skills. Prerequisite: Bridge knowledge.* lunch at the Amherst Center Jini Rizzo, instructor for Senior Services. Monday, 1/6-4/6 (12x) no class 1/20, 2/17 Advance lunch reservations are 10:30 a.m.--12:30 p.m. Card Room $42.00 required. Please call 636-3050 to reserve your spot now.

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 9 Evening Classes ZUMBA Evening Classes Great as a workout or dance routine using samba, If you are busy during the day, but could come to salsa, rumba, meringue, and cha-cha dance steps. activities in the early evening, sign up for one of these Various types of music are used. The class is tailored Wednesday classes and see what the Center offers. toward mature adults. Make new friends, learn a new skill or broaden your Marilyn Ciavarella, instructor horizons. To participate in evening activities you must provide your own transportation as the van service Wednesday, 1/22-2/26 (5x) no class 2/19 does not operate after 3:00 p.m. 5:00--6:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Wednesday, 3/4-4/1 (5x) 20/20/20 5:00--6:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 20 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of resistance, strength training/weights, and 20 minutes of stretching. This will improve your tone, endurance, balance and burn calories too! Bring hand weights and a floor mat to class. Don't Forget! Marilyn Ciavarella, instructor On Wednesdays the Wednesday, 1/22-2/26 (5x) no class 2/19 Center Wellness room, 6:00—7:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Billiard Room and Cardroom Wednesday, 3/4-4/1 (5x) are open and available for 6:00—7:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 your use. Always check the newsletter for special evening events that may also be scheduled.

10 Amherst Center For Senior Services Health & Fitness TAP DANCING - Intermediate Health & Fitness Lesson time will be split with a half hour of technique Important Notice: It is recommended that you seek to help strengthen your tap dancing skills and continue advice from your physician before commencing any with a half hour of new dance material and routines. exercise routine. Please check with instructor about *Previous Tap Dance experience is required. proper clothing and shoes necessary for each activity. Dawn Tarbox-Szerbiak, instructor Dance Tuesday, 1/14-2/18 (6x) Physical Fitness 10:30--11:25 a.m. Dance Room $22.00 Tuesday, 2/25-3/31 (6x) Yoga 10:30--11:25 a.m. Dance Room $22.00 You may have noticed a change in the length of some of the classes that we offer. This is a national trend of shorter classes that we are participating in. Consider this an opportunity to broaden your horizons and try Physical Fitness something new without a long-term commitment. Exercise Classes are offered daily. Use the description of each class to choose the class(es) which best meet your needs and lifestyle. Dance Normally, each Day of the Week is considered a separate class. However, Chi Kung, and Tai Chi meet BALLROOM DANCE - New Style Dance twice a week and both days together are considered Steps one class. Ballroom Dance will never go out of style! Learn various dance steps and leave feeling like you’re ready 20/20/20 to Dance with the Stars. Everyone is welcome! 20 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of resistance, strength Phyllis (Kippy) Ralabate, instructor training/weights, and 20 minutes of stretching. This will improve your tone, endurance, balance and burn Thursday, 1/16-4/2 (9x) no class 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 calories too! Bring hand weights and a floor mat to 11:00 a.m.--noon Dance Room $20.00 class. Marilyn Ciavarella, instructor COUNTRY LINE DANCING - Beginner / Beginner Plus Wednesday Evening, 1/22 -2/26 (5x) no class 2/19 Designed for the Beginner and Beginner Plus who 6:00—7:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 wants to learn or improve their dancing skills. 45 Wednesday Evening, 3/4 -4/1 (5x) minutes of easy to learn Country Western Dance Steps 6:00—7:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 are followed by 45 minutes of slightly more advanced dance routines. Join in the fun and dance at your own level. Friday, 1/24-2/21 (5 x) 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.- Activity B $14.00 Connie Kaminski, instructor Friday, 2/28-4/3 (5 x) no class 3/20 Monday, 2/3-3/30 (8x) – no class 2/17 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.- Activity B $14.00 1:00–2:30 p.m. Dance Room $23.00

COUNTRY LINE DANCING - Intermediate Are You Interested In Joining Routines will be taught for the seasoned dancer who A Club With People enjoys dancing for personal enjoyment as well as dancing out in the community. With Similar Interests? Bob Gaffney, instructor The Amherst Center for Senior Services offers approximately 40 different clubs including Monday, 1/13-3/9 (7x) no class 1/20, 2/17 a Travel Club and a Dinner Club. 10:00 – 11:00 am. Dance Room $18.00 Monday, 3/16-4/20 (6x) For a full listing go to 10:00 – 11:00 am. Dance Room $15.00 http://www.amherst.ny.us/pdf/senior/ centerclubs.pdf/

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 11 Winter 2020

12 Amherst Center For Senior Services Health & Fitness BALLET STRETCH FALL PREVENTION – Safe on Your Feet This signature workout combines ballet and stretch for A series of total-body, muscle-toning routines. It a low-impact, invigorating, fat-burning workout. If you is designed for strength, balance and flexibility, are bored with traditional aerobic exercise, join this focusing on “Muscle Memory.” Your muscles will learn fun class which increases circulation, improves overall to anticipate a possible problem such as how a fall mobility and is good for all levels. Wear comfortable feels when it begins. The moves range from seated to clothing (sweatpants and light shirt) and ballet shoes balancing routines. Fight age with strength! or socks. Jean Widlicka, instructor Dawn Tarbox-Szerbiak, instructor Intermediate Group Tuesday, 1/14-2/18 (6x) Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x) no class 1/20, 2/17 9:30--10:25 a.m. Dance Room $22.00 10:30--11:20 a.m. Activity Room A $17.00 Tuesday, 2/25-3/31 (6x) Monday, 3/9-4/13 (6x) 9:30--10:25 a.m. Dance Room $22.00 10:30--11:20 a.m. Activity Room A $15.00 Advanced Group CHAIR EXERCISE - MOVING & GROOVING Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) Don’t let your balance or physical condition deter 10:30--11:20 a.m. Activity Room A $17.00 you from exercising. This easy-to-follow chair exercise Wednesday, 2/26-4/8 (7x) program will help you tone up and improve your 10:30--11:20 a.m. Activity Room A $17.00 flexibility. Jean Widlicka, instructor FIRM & FLEXIBLE Thursday, 1/9-2/20 (7x) (Formerly called Aerobics) 9:30--10:25 a.m. Dance Room $16.00 Use large leg and arm motions to strengthen small and large muscles. Heart and lungs will benefit; increase Thursday, 2/27-4/9 (7x) joint mobility. 9:30--10:25 a.m. Dance Room $16.00 Jean Widlicka, instructor CHI KUNG and TAI CHI REFINEMENTS Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x) –no class 1/20, 2/17 Explore the connections of Chi Kung and Tai Chi. 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $16.00 Chi Kung involves postures and breathing exercises Monday, 3/9-4/13 (6x) that enhance vitality and well-being. Through special 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $14.00 relaxation techniques, the combination of Chi Kung and Tai Chi will improve your physical strength, control Tuesday, 1/7-2/18 (7x) heart rate and pulse, and soothe the nervous system. 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room B $16.00 Prerequisite for this class is beginning Tai Chi. Tuesday, 2/25-4/14 (7x) no class 3/17 Robert Sachs, Ph.D., instructor 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room B $16.00 Tues., 1/7-4/14 no class 3/17 & Thurs., 1/9-4/16 (29x) Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) 12:00--1:00 p.m. Health Room & Activity Room B 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $16.00 $91.00 Wednesday, 2/26-4/8 (7x) 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $16.00 FALL PREVENTION- For Beginners Getting up from the floor is not easy if you have Friday, 1/10-2/21 (7x) flexibility or mobility issues. It is important to have 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $16.00 strength, balance and coordination. We work on Friday, 2/28-4/17 (7x) no class 4/10 improving all three, along with showing you proper moves for getting up off the floor. 9:30--10:20 a.m. Activity Room A $16.00 Jean Widlicka, instructor Tuesday, 1/7-2/18 (7x) 10:30--11:20 a.m. Health Room $17.00 Tuesday, 2/25-4/14 (7x) no class 3/17 10:30--11:20 a.m. Health Room $17.00

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 13 Health & Fitness GET FIT WHILE YOU SIT A fun and laid-back fitness program designed for beginners and those with back problems or physical conditions which make exercising difficult. Jean Widlicka, instructor Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x)no class 1/20,2/17 11:30 a.m.--12:20 p.m. Activity Room A $14.00 Monday, 3/9-4/13 (6x) 11:30 a.m.--12:20 p.m. Activity Room A $12.00 Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) 11:30 a.m.--12:20 p.m. Activity Room A $14.00 Wednesday, 2/26-4/8 (7x) 11:30 a.m.--12:20 p.m. Activity Room A $14.00

JAZZ EXERCISE 40 minutes of aerobics followed by 15 minutes of toning exercises. Easy-to-follow, fully choreographed routines to a wide variety of music. Dawn Tarbox-Szerbiak, instructor Tuesday, 1/14-2/18 (6x) 11:30 a.m.--12:25 p.m. Dance Room $22.00 Tuesday, 2/25-3/31 (6x) 11:30 a.m.--12:25 p.m. Dance Room $22.00

LAUGH FOR A HEALTHIER YOU Guided laughter exercise combine with deep breathing exercises and ending with Meditation. Laughter relieves stress and tension, boosts the immune system, increases endorphins, reduces blood pressure and makes you feel more healthy and energetic. Laughter Yoga was created in 1995 by Dr. Katarina and has over 6,000 clubs in more than 100 countries. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and teacher. Jennifer May, instructor Tuesday, 1/7-2/18(7x) 1:00-2:00 p.m. Music Room $29.00 Tuesday, 3/3-4/14 (7x) 1:00-2:00 p.m. Music Room $29.00

14 Amherst Center For Senior Services Health & Fitness PICKLEBALL: Beginner Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States. This racquet sport combines elements of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. Designed for the beginner. Sessions begin with instruction and drills, followed by practice and play for the remainder of the class. Equipment is provided, but you may bring your own paddle. Wear comfortable clothing and court sneakers. After the end of this 6 week course, participants are encouraged to play during open Pickleball times. Cindy Weiss, instructor Thursday, 1/30-3/5 (6x) 1:30-3:30 p.m. Activity Room A&B $20.00

STRETCH & TONE Increase flexibility in your muscles and joints, improve coordination; reduce risk of injury with a combination of stretching, resistance and relaxation exercises. Jean Widlicka, instructor Friday, 1/10-2/21 (7x) 10:30--11:30 a.m. Activity Room B $16.00 Friday, 2/28-4/17 (7x) no class 4/10 10:30--11:30 a.m. Activity Room B $16.00

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Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 15 Health & Fitness TAI CHI - BEGINNING Tai Chi is a Chinese form of exercise for health and YOGA (HATHA) relaxation involving 108 slow, natural movements. Hatha Yoga is for everyone, whatever your age or It takes approximately one year to complete the flexibility level. Promote your health and energy level Beginner Level. Comfortable, loose fitting clothing is through a variety of safe and relaxing Yoga stretches recommended. and postures. Relieve emotional tension and stress Robert Sachs, Ph.D., instructor through breath awareness and systematic training in natural, healthy diaphragmatic breathing. Practice Tuesday, 1/7-4/14 no class 3/17 & Thursday, 1/9-4/16 relaxation methods to lead to an inner sense of well- (29x) being. Beginning Yoga lays the foundation. Yoga 11:00--noon Health Room & Activity Room B $64.00 Plus continues the training and explores new Yoga postures. Bring floor mat to class. TAI CHI - INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED A Chinese form of exercise for health and relaxation BEGINNING YOGA involving 108 slow, natural movements. Prerequisite: Christina Phillips, instructor Completion of the Beginning Tai Chi class or advanced Tai Chi experience. Alberta Heidinger or Marie Zafron Tuesday, 1/7-2/18 (7x) will lead the group each week:. 9:30--10:45 a.m. Activity Room A $15.00 Tuesday 1/7-4/28 no class 4/7 & Thursday 1/2-4/30 Tuesday, 2/25-4/7 (6x) no class 3/17 (33x) no class 4/9 9:30--10:45 a.m. Activity Room A $13.00 1:30--2:30 p.m. Dance Room $20.00 Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) 3:00--4:15 p.m. Dance Room $15.00 TOTAL BODY WORKOUT Wednesday, 2/26-4/8 (7x) Cardio and resistive exercise to strengthen bones, muscles and improve one’s overall health. Please bring 3:00--4:15 p.m. Dance Room $15.00 a mat, weights, and exercise bands to class. Thursday, 1/9-2/20 (7x) Carole Joseph, Instructor 9:30--10:45 a.m. Activity Room A $15.00 Wednesday, 1/22-2/26 (6x) Thursday, 2/27-4/9 (7x) 10:30—11:30 a.m. Activity Room B $13.00 9:30--10:45 a.m. Activity Room A $15.00

Wednesday, 3/4-4/8 (6x) CHAIR YOGA 10:30—11:30 a.m. Activity Room B $13.00 The same as Beginning Yoga, except students perform stretches and postures from a chair rather than sitting ZUMBA or lying on the floor. Great as a workout or dance routine using samba, salsa, rumba, meringue, and cha-cha dance steps. Jennifer Nuwer, instructor Various types of music are used. The class is tailored Friday, 1/10-2/21 (7x) toward mature adults. 1:00--2:15 p.m. Dance Room $16.00 Marilyn Ciavarella, instructor Friday, 3/6-4/17 (6x) no class 4/10 Monday, 1/27- 3/2 (5x) no class 2/17 1:00--2:15 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 11:45 a.m.--12:45 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Monday, 3/9- 4/6 (5x) 11:45 a.m.--12:45 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Has Your Contact Information Changed? Wednesday, EVENING 1/22-2/26 (5x) no class 2/19 5:00--6:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Have you recently moved? Changed your telephone number? Wednesday, EVENING 3/4-4/1 (5x) 5:00--6:00 p.m. Dance Room $14.00 Changed email accounts or added one? Please call 636-3050 and we can update your membership with the most current information.

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Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 17 Health & Fitness / Home Arts YOGA & MEDITATION YOGA PLUS The mind and body are interconnected. This will be Variations on basic postures are introduced. Breathing a combination of meditation and yoga exercise, done exercises and subtle relaxation methods are developed. from a chair. The ultimate goal is to achieve a gentle Breath awareness is encouraged during postures and and healing experience. daily life to facilitate balanced health. Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Yoga, or previous Yoga Jennifer Nuwer, instructor experience. Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) Christina Phillips, instructor 10:30--11:30 a.m. Dance Room $13.00 Tuesday, 1/7-2/18 (7x) Wednesday, 3/4-4/15 (7x) 11:00 a.m.--12:15 p.m. Activity Room A $18.00 10:30--11:30 a.m. Dance Room $13.00 Tuesday, 2/25-4/7 (6x) no class 3/17 Wednesday, 1/8-2/19 (7x) 11:00 a.m.--12:15 p.m. Activity Room A $15.00 12:30--1:30 p.m. Dance Room $13.00 Thursday, 1/9-2/20 (7x) Wednesday, 3/4-4/15 (7x) 11:00 a.m.--12:15 p.m. Activity Room A $18.00 12:30--1:30 p.m. Dance Room $13.00 Thursday, 2/27-4/9 (7x) 11:00 a.m.--12:15 p.m. Activity Room A $18.00 Home Arts KNITTING/CROCHET Learn basic stitches; new stitches and projects are introduced periodically. Work at your own pace on projects of your own choice. Each class has members at different skill levels. Please bring worsted weight yarn and knitting needles (size 8 or 9) or crochet hook (size H or I) to first class. Mary Ann Belus, instructor Thursday, 1/9-2/6 (5x) 9:30--11:30 a.m. Classroom 1 $33.00 Thursday, 2/20-4/2 (5x) no class 3/5, 3/12 9:30-- 11:30 a.m. Classroom 1 $33.00

QUILTING Work on individual projects guided by the instructor. New individual and group projects will be introduced periodically. A short simple supply list will be discussed at the first class. In addition to individual creations, some class members may volunteer to work on a quilt to be raffled, proceeds of which will benefit the Center. Jan Brecht, instructor Monday, 1/6-4/13 (13x) no class 1/20, 2/17 9:30--11:30 a.m. Classroom 3 $43.00

18 Amherst Center For Senior Services Music Music DRUMMING CIRCLE Feel the beat of your own rhythm. Research has shown that group drumming reduces stress, strengthens your immune system, enhances creativity, self- expression and inner healing. This class is not about performance. The approach is to extend the benefits as a form of recreational music making regardless of musical experience. Find your own rhythm in a fun, nurturing, supportive environment. Some stretching and a wellness exercise is included. A variety of drums, (including handheld drums), shakers and tambourines are provided. Jennifer Nuwer, instructor Friday, 1/10-2/21 (7x) 11:30 a.m.-–12:30 p.m. Dance Room $22 Friday, 3/6-4/17 (6x) no class 4/10 11:30 a.m.-–12:30 p.m. Dance Room $20

GUITAR LESSONS Individual one-half hour lessons will be offered. Lesson time to be assigned. The basics include learning the parts, how to hold, tune, strum and play chords. A guitar is provided for use during your lesson if you do not have your own. No prior musical experience is necessary. Jennifer May, instructor Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x) no class 1/20, 2/17 11:30-12:30 p.m. Music Room $88.00 No Fee Waiver Tuesday, 1/7-2/18 (7x) Noon-1:00 p.m. Music Room $88.00 No Fee Waiver Monday, 3/16-4/20 (6x) 11:30-12:30 p.m. Music Room $75.00 No Fee Waiver Tuesday, 3/3-4/14 (7x) Noon-1:00 p.m. Music Room $88.00 No Fee Waiver

Do You Need Support? The Amherst Center for Senior Services offers monthly support groups for widow/widowers and caregivers. If you are interested, please contact our Social Work Department at 636-3050.

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 19 Winter 2020

20 Amherst Center For Senior Services Music MUSIC APPRECIATION - UKULELE SING-A-LONG - CONTINUING Refreshment of the Soul- The Music of If you have taken the beginner session or played the Johann Sebastian Bach Ukulele, continue to learn more chords, strumming Johann Sebastian Bach’s place in the musical patterns, finger picking, solo playing, TAB, blues, firmament is high indeed. For Beethoven, he was transposing while singing and learning new songs. “the immortal god of harmony.” For Gounod, “Bach Ukuleles are available during class. is the most comprehensive; he has said all there is Jennifer May, instructor to say.” And Brahms agreed: “Study Bach — there you will find everything.” This course looks at Bach’s Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x) no class, 1/20, 2/17 encyclopedic musical mind, and show how he summed 9:30--10:25 a.m. Music Room $29.00 up the Baroque Age with such masterpieces as the Brandenburg Concertos, the Goldberg Variations and Monday, 3/16-4/20 (6x) the St. Matthew Passion, while with his visionary late 9:30--10:25 a.m. Music Room $25.00 works like the Mass in B Minor and The Art of the Fugue gave us tantalizing clues to the music of the future. As we listen to this fascinating music, we’ll prize, along with Glenn Gould, what “is valuable beyond all its skill and brilliance …its humanity.” Michael Harris, instructor Tuesday, 1/7-4/7 (14x) 9:30-11:30 a.m. Room 2 $44.00 Tuesday, 1/7-4/7 (14x) 1:00-3:00 p.m. Room 2 $44.00

PIANO LESSONS Individual one-half hour lessons will be offered. Lesson time to be assigned. Please include a preference as to Songs of the Season! a.m. or p.m. lesson on your registration form. Sharon Dittmar, instructor Thursday, 1/9-2/13 (6x) Christmas Lunch 9:00 a.m.--2:00 p.m. Music Room $75.00 No Fee Waiver & Concert Thursday, 3/12-4/16 (6x) 9:00 a.m.--2:00 p.m. Music Room $75.00 No Fee Wednesday, December 18 at 12:00 Waiver Enjoy entertainment and a delicious lunch with friends! UKULELE SING-A-LONG - BEGINNING Never played the Ukulele (or any instrument)? Anyone Donations of nonperishable food items can play! Learn how while singing songs and having will be collected for needy members and a laugh or two. Ukuleles are provided for use during their families in Amherst. class. Advance lunch reservations are required. Jennifer May, instructor Please call 636-3050 to reserve Monday, 1/6-3/2 (7x) no class 1/20, 2/17 your spot now. 10:30--11:25 a.m. Music Room $29.00 This event is proudly sponsored by Clear Captions Monday, 3/16-4/20 (6x) 10:30--11:25 a.m. Music Room $25.00

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 21 Technology GET IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT Technology Volunteers needed to help COMPUTER BASICS & BEYOND Learn to use your Windows 10 computer with neighborhood seniors go places. confidence. Use the Start Menu, find useful apps like Clock and calendar, search the Internet, learn to Hearts and Hands is a “neighbor helping quickly copy and paste and talk to Cortana. There is neighbor” volunteer organization providing: time for student questions. • Transportation Nancy Wise, Instructor • Light Housekeeping Tuesday, 1/7-1/28 (4x) • Respite 1:00-3:00 p.m. Computer Room $45.00 Select assignments which fit your schedule, volunteer as often as you wish. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - Getting more out of your camera Mileage This class encourages participants to understand and reimbursement and learn to use settings for Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO. We will explore the special Modes provided on supplemental most current digital cameras. Bring cameras to class insurance coverage each week. We will evaluate the images we take are provided. using histograms and learn to adjust exposure using exposure compensation. Weather permitting, we Call will practice outside with our cameras. There will be 406-8311, ext 102 an opportunity to evaluate the images captured and Hearts & Hands to enroll enable improving their skill creating high quality Neighbors Helping Neighbors images. Questions can be addressed to Mary Lou Frost Since 2003 as a volunteer. at 694-6136 or [email protected]. Mary Lou Frost, instructor Wednesday, 3/4-3/25 (4x) 9:00-10:30 a.m. Computer Room $25.00

PHOTO EDITING – The next step Focus is on the software techniques that bring the greatest quality to your images. Bring your laptop or use a computer in the lab. This work can be done in either Photoshop Elements or a full version of Adobe Photoshop. We will explore using Layer masks (including luminosity masks), selection tools, and the Nik Collection plug-in software now sold by Dxo. Direct questions to Mary Lou Frost at 694-6136 or [email protected]. Mary Lou Frost, instructor Wednesday, 3/4-3/25 (4x) 9:00--10:30 a.m. Computer Room $25.00 Register Early Classes Fill Up FAST! Registration Begins Tuesday, November 12, 2019

22 Amherst Center For Senior Services Technology UNDERSTANDING YOUR ANDROID PHONE / TABLET Feel more confident using your Android Smartphone or tablet. Covered subjects include: accounts and passwords, personalizing your device, using apps and app tools, texting tips, attaching pictures to texts, adding contacts, using the Internet, talking to your Google Assistant, and more. Nancy Wise, instructor Wednesday, 2/5-2/26 (4x) 1:30-3:00 p.m. Classroom 3 $34.00 Wednesday, 4/8-4/29 (4x) Discover the Difference 1:30-3:00 p.m. Classroom 3 $34.00 With Capital Senior Living Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care UNDERSTANDING YOUR IPHONE / IPAD Community provides comfortable features such as kitchens, Feel more confident using your iPhone or iPad. walk-in closets, individual climate controls and emergency Covered subjects include: accounts and passwords, pull cords. We provide a full activities program as well as on-site rehabilitation services which include classes like personalizing your device, using apps and app Senior Boxing and Chair Exercise programs. tools, texting tips, attaching pictures to texts, adding contacts, using the internet, talking to Siri and more. Call (716) 689-4555 to schedule a tour. Nancy Wise, instructor THE AMBERLEIGH An Independent Living Community Tuesday, 2/4-2/25 (4x) 2330 Maple Road 1:30-3:00 p.m. Classroom 3 $34.00 Williamsville, NY 14221 tel 716-689-4555 Tuesday, 3/10-3/31 (4x) Visit us on line at amberleigh.net 1:30-3:00 p.m. Classroom 3 $34.00 Tuesday, 4/7-4/28 (4x) 1:30-3:00 p.m. Classroom 3 $34.00 Breakfast Nutritious Lunch Program with Santa The Amherst Center for Senior Services Saturday, December 7 welcomes all adults age 60 and up, from 9:00 am-11:00 am residing anywhere in Erie County, to enjoy tasty, economical hot lunches in the Celebrate making the Nutrition Lunch Program. nice list by having Lunch is served Monday through Friday from breakfast with Santa. Reservations must be 12:00pm-1:00pm. We will have balloons, made 24 hours in advance. face painting, and a special A suggested donation is $3 and visit from Santa at 10! guests under 60 at a contribution of $5. Seating is limited so please make your reservations by December 5 at 636-3055, ext. 3108. Breakfast is $5 and children 2 and under are free.

Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 23 AARP Smart Driver SPECIAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED AARP SMART DRIVER Improve driving skills. Instructor provided by the AARP. All-day course (includes 40 min. break for lunch). List your first and second choices for dates and include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you want a receipt. Wednesday, January 22 9:00 a.m.--4:00 p.m. Classroom 2 *$20 or $25 Wednesday, February 19 9:00 a.m.--4:00 p.m. Classroom 2 *$20 or $25 Wednesday, March 25 9:00 a.m.--4:00 p.m. Classroom 2 *$20 or $25 Wednesday, April 22 9:00 a.m.--4:00 p.m. Classroom 2 *$20 or $25 *$25 for Senior Center members. $20 for Senior Center members who are also AARP members. Write your AARP membership on your check & registration form. No fee waiver. Checks are submitted to the AARP Instructor on the day of class. The Driver Safety program fills up quickly. Check with your insurance to see if your discount is about to expire. Cut here------

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Release and Waiver of Liability I hereby, for myself, heirs, executors, and administrators, waive, release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and to hold harmless the Town of Amherst from any and all claims for damages, demands H and causes of action of every nature which I may have or which may hereafter accrue to me arising either directly or indirectly from my participation in, or use of, programs, activities and services, including but not limited to the exercise room, at the Town of Amherst Center for Senior Services located at 370 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, New York 14228-1142. I have read this release and waiver of liability and agree to and accept its terms.

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Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 25 Massage Therapy SPECIAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED MASSAGE THERAPY Massage promotes relaxation as it soothes away minor aches and pains. It relieves fatigue, reduces tension and anxiety, and promotes a sense of renewed energy. Individual 25-minute massages are scheduled. Sign up on a one-time, bi-monthly or monthly basis. Please bring a set of sheets with you. Melanie Olivieri, Licensed Massage Therapist Thursday, Jan. 9 & 23 Thursday, Feb. 6 & 20 Thursday, March 12 & 26 Thursday, April 9 & 23 *9:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m. Health Room $25 per visit (No Fee Waiver.) *Due to a limited schedule and high demand for massage appointments, we are unable to accommodate requests for specific times. You will be notified with the time scheduled for you. $25 per 25 minute visit. Fee cannot be refunded unless we can find a replacement for your time slot. Check will be held and submitted to the Massage Therapist on the day of your appointment. Cut here------

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Office use Make separate checks MASSAGE THERAPY Dates Total FEEs only payable to: Melanie Olivieri. Post date each check with the date of your appointment(s).

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Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 27 Registration Info WHY ARE COURSES CANCELED? Registration BEGINS All courses are based on a minimum and maximum Tuesday, November 12, 2019. number of participants. If a course does not meet its minimum quota, it will be canceled for that trimester. Forms can be mailed or dropped Please register on time in order to prevent cancellations. off in the Front Lobby. WHAT IF A SESSION OF A CLASS IS CLASS REGISTRATION IS ON A CANCELED DUE TO INSTRUCTOR FIRST-COME- FIRST SERVED BASIS. ILLNESS? Use the Registration Form included in this catalog. If you are registered for a class at the Center and the Additional forms are available at the Center instructor cancels a session, we will contact you as soon as possible. This could be as an automated call • Use one Registration Form per person. To avoid from 617-440-3507. When possible canceled classes delays in processing, please fill out form completely will be made up by extending the course. and with correct fee(s). • A Release of Liability/Participant Consent Form INCLEMENT WEATHER is now a part of the class registration form. This If Amherst, Sweet Home, or Williamsville school districts consent form needs to be signed by everyone are closed, Center classes, clubs, and programs will • Make checks/money orders payable to: AMHERST be cancelled. During bad weather, listen for Weather CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES. Closings on TV stations WGRZ (2), WIVB (4), WKBW (7), radio stations WBEN 930 AM, WNED 94.5, WNYM 970AM, WGR 550AM, WKSE 98.5, and WTSS 102.5, ATTENDING CLASSES to find out if the building is closed or activities are All courses require paid registration to attend classes. canceled. All registrations are for the entire session, regardless of whether a member is able to attend all classes. Members must register each trimester. Enrollment in a prior course does not guarantee enrollment in subsequent courses. A one-time appointment to observe/audit a class may be made to determine if a HappyNew Year! course is what you expect.

COST RELATED INFORMATION • FEE WAIVERS: Reduced fees for some courses are available for Amherst Resident Members who New Year’s have been verified for eligibility in this program. Applications are available in the Social Work Office and should be submitted in advance of registration week. Program eligibility needs to be verified each Celebration trimester. Please schedule a meeting with the Social Tuesday, December 31 Work Department by calling 636-3050. Join us for appetizers at 11:30, • REFUNDS: *If you are uncertain a particular course followed by a delicious meal and is for you, we encourage you to audit the class, prior to registering. There is a $5.00 processing fee for entertainment by Serendipity Swing! withdrawals before a class session begins. After the Advance lunch session begins, no refunds are granted except for medical reasons and/or the advice of the instructor. reservations are All medical refund requests must be submitted in required. Please writing and accompanied by a physician’s note. call 636-3050 Refund checks may take up to 3 weeks to process. to reserve • INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENTS: Check with your your spot now. insurance carrier to see if a portion of the Physical Sponsored Fitness, Health and Self-Improvement fees can be reimbursed. It this applies, please enclose a by our friends stamped, self-addressed envelope and we will mail at Weinberg you a receipt. Campus

28 Amherst Center For Senior Services Registration Form WINTER 2020 CLASS REGISTRATION & Participant Release Form Use ONE form per person. Mail or drop off in the front lobby. Mark envelope WINTER Registration.

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Office use COMPLETE COURSE TITLE DAY TIME START DATE FEE only

Total amount enclosed: $ ______Make checks/money orders payable to: Amherst Center for Senior Services. Include a stamped, self-addressed business envelope for Class Confirmation or receipt. Mark your calendar with dates and times of classes for which you are registering. Release and Waiver of Liability I hereby, for myself, heirs, executors, and administrators, waive, release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and to hold harmless the Town of Amherst from any and all claims for damages, demands H and causes of action of every nature which I may have or which may hereafter accrue to me arising either directly or indirectly from my participation in, or use of, programs, activities and services, including but not limited to the exercise room, at the Town of Amherst Center for Senior Services located at 370 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, New York 14228-1142. I have read this release and waiver of liability and agree to and accept its terms.

Signature ______Date ______MAIL TO: WINTER 2020 REGISTRATION Office Use Only: AMHERST CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES Date Processed: ______370 John James Audubon Parkway Amherst, NY 14228-1142 Staff Initials: ______

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30 Amherst Center For Senior Services Registration Form WINTER 2020 CLASS REGISTRATION & Participant Release Form Use ONE form per person. Mail or drop off in the front lobby. Mark envelope WINTER Registration.

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Signature ______Date ______MAIL TO: FALL 2019 REGISTRATION Office Use Only: AMHERST CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES Date Processed: ______370 John James Audubon Parkway Amherst, NY 14228-1142 Staff Initials: ______

FORM MUST BE SIGNED TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION Registration Begins: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 31 AMHERST CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES Presorted Standard U.S. Postage 370 John James Audubon Parkway Amherst, NY 14228-1142 PAID Permit No. 4694 Buffalo, NY

Holiday Happening

FREE Sunday, December 15 & Open To The from 1:00-4:00 pm Public! Amherst Center for Senior Services 370 John James Audubon Parkway

Crafts, music & caroling, free hot chocolate bar & popcorn, storyteller from Audubon Library, horse-drawn carriage rides, and marshmallow roast. Special appearances by Santa & Mrs. Claus AND Elsa and Kristoff! All ages Please bring NEW hats, gloves, and scarves to assist older adults and their families. are welcome! This event is in collaboration with the Amherst Youth & Recreation Department & the Amherst Public Libraries.