Tuesday, August 18

10:00 – 11:00AM

This is a support group for Widows and Widowers to help navigate the grieving process. 

The group is facilitated by Kathy Sheehan and Roxanne Chalker. They focus on positivity and share topics the group wants to discuss.

The group meets every other Tuesday.

Our September meetings are Tuesday, 9/1, 9/15 and 9/29.

For questions, call the Center at 607-797-3145.

All welcome. 

Registration not required.

Wednesday, August 19

Wednesday, September 16

3:00 – 4:00PM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

This social group hopes to establish a safe space to provide helpful, positive and supportive social interactions amongst local LGBTQ+ older adults.

They aim to promote dignity, caring and problem solving within the community by collaborating with local agencies in hopes of providing resources unique to the needs of the group.

The group is facilitated by Robert Hoover, local artist, retired magazine industry professional and Office for Aging Advisory Board Member.

This group meets the third Wednesday of every month.

For questions, call Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.

Registration not required.

Wednesday, August 19 

Wednesday, September 16

4:00 – 5:30PM

Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association

This group is for caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

This support groups offers a way to:

• Develop a support system.
• Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.
• Talk through issues and ways of coping.
• Share feelings, needs and concerns.
• Learn about community.

This group meets the third Wednesday of every month.

Please call the Central New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at 315-472-4201 for screening/registration.

Friday, August 21 10:00AM – 12:00PM

The August class details will be posted soon.

Due to this being an instructional class, please arrive within 5 minutes of the start time.

Tuesday, August 25, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: Creamy Kale & Mushroom Penne

Register by Tuesday, 8/18

Tuesday, September 15, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: TBD

Register by Tuesday, 9/8

Sponsored by Faith in Action

Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!

Register by the Tuesday before each class.

To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.

Wednesday, August 26

Wednesday, September 23

10:00 – 11:30AM

Debbie Roberts is available to do haircuts for men and women. Cost is $20.

Appointment required. Call us at 607-797-3145 or see our receptionist to book an appointment.

***  No August Class  ***

Thursday, 9/17 & Friday, 9/18, 1:00 – 4:00PM*

Thursday, 10/15 & Friday, 10/16 1:00 – 4:00PM

* You must attend both classes.

AARP Members: $25   |   Non-AARP Members: $30

Check or money order (payable to AARP).

Payment required to secure your spot.

Check with your insurance company to see if you're eligible for a discount on your car insurance after course completion.

To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.

Wednesday, September 9, 3:00 – 4:00PM

We'll meet in September to discuss These Tangled Threads   by Sarah Loudin Thomas.

We meet every six weeks at the Center.

For more information on our Book Club, click on the image above.

Sunday, September 20

The group is on summer recess for July and August.

They meet the third Sunday of the month from September through May from 2:00 - 4:00PM. Social time begins at 1:30PM.

The group aims to enhance your knowledge and improve your experience with raising orchids. The meetings feature a scheduled guest speaker or other activities to help with you, such as their annual repotting workshop.

Their annual Orchid Show is in May at the Center.