Rensselaer Seniors Spotlight

A Day of Remembrance - May 2nd

The Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center held a Day of Remembrance on May 2nd, for our dear friend Nick Morrison. For many years Nick Morrison and Tim Mercier hosted senior parties at their beautiful estate on the falls. The Rensselaer Senior Rocketts, The Yankee Doodle Entertainers and After Parade Parties. We were planning Nicks 90th Birthday Party but he sadly passed away suddenly on Wednesday March 29th in one of his favorite rooms The Music Room in his comfy chair after an active morning. Nick was one of a kind and always left people with smiles on their faces. A great dancer with a gigantic heart! Everything he had was shared with all the people he loved. We are so thankful to Nick and Tim for their years of friendship and we hope to always carry a bit of the love, generosity and thoughtfulness they implanted in us. While there was an empty seat at our table but we filled it with love for two great friends one with us in body and one with us in spirit. We will miss you Nick!!

Lunch with Mayor Stammel

Join The Rensselaer Senior Center on the first Tuesday of every month and have lunch with Mayor Stammel. Mike Stammel is a servant of the people and on this day he may be literally serving you lunch while informing you of what’s happening in both the city and the county. This is a great opportunity for a round table discussion on issues that could be of interest to you.

Call to make a reservation (518) 463-2166. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM until 3 PM.

Weekly Programs

Lunch Served every weekday 12:00 pm-1:00 pm

Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 1pm - Silver Sneakers

Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:15am - Line Dancing

Thursday's (Every Other Week) at 1pm arts and crafts

Thursday's and Friday's at 12:30 - Pinochle

Friday's at 10am - Art Class 12:30 pm-1:30 pm

Andrea Day - May 11th

On Thursday May 11th, please join The Rensselaer County Senior Center as we honor Andrea Siek who is gone but not forgotten. Andrea and Richard were longtime members of our Center and enjoyed many afternoons with us. In Memory of Andrea, Richard Siek is hosting Andrea’s favorite luncheon of meatloaf and sponsoring the music of Patsy Cline performed by Courtney Shane. Although Andrea will not be with us in person, she will be with us in spirit. We thank Richard for his thoughtfulness and generosity. Lunch served at noon you must dine with us to enjoy the show Sponsored by Richard Siek.

The Meal Is $3 suggested contribution. Call for reservations (518) 463-2166. We are located on East and Herrick streets in Rensselaer NY.

Happy Birthday Jennie - May 24th

Please join the Rensselaer Senior Center on May 24th as we celebrate an amazing woman. Jeannie Carpinello has been a active member of our Center for decades. She was a part of the Rensselaer County Senior Center Rockettes and in the Yankee Doodle Entertainers and a Lifetime Achievement Awardee just to mention a few of her accomplishments. Jennie still dances with our line dancer’s on Tuesday and Wednesday. You would be amazed to see her on the dance floor kicking, tapping, and spinning to the beat. She notices when there is someone new trying the class and you will hear her say “ I’ll dance next to you just in case you need some help”.

Plan to join us on this “Special Day”. To describe her as amazing just doesn’t seem enough so let me add Astonishing, Outstanding, Stunning, Extraordinary, Incredible, Jaw Dropping Eye Opening, Phenomenal ETC … you get the drift. Luncheon menu will consist of Sausage, Peppers, and Onions w/ Pasta and special Birthday Cake. Music by The Young Winchesters. Make your reservation early at (518)463-2166. This will be a day you won’t forget. We are Located on East And Herrick Streets in Rensselaer. We are open 9am to 3pm Monday Through Friday. Looking forward to seeing you!