Join us to discover how to take advantage of the powerful features in Photos, like an automatically organized library that shows when and where each photo was taken. We’ll explore everything from how Siri can find just the right shot to storing a lifetime of photos and videos in the cloud, so they’re accessible from any of your devices or even the web—anytime. This is a hands-on workshop at the Apple Store iPads will be available, but bring your own iPad or iPod if you have one.
DATE: Wednesday, October 25, 2017
TIME: 6:00–7:30 p.m
PLACE: Apple Store, Crossgates Mall (Level 1)
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023 to sign up
The Apple Store at Crossgates is located on Level 1. Park and enter near Burlington Coat Factory. If you are interested in attending, but need a ride, NNORC staff will try their best to arrange one for you.
Experience Shakespeare in the Garden!
The beauty of flowers has inspired civilizations to attribute symbolic and mystic meanings to each blossom. Throughout the ages, beautiful and poetic thoughts have been conveyed by the presentation of a single blossom, and whole messages were communicated by bouquets in which each flower chosen offered a significant idea. In his plays and poetry, Shakespeare was a master at the use of symbolism through his choice of plants and flowers. Join Master Gardener Volunteer Cathie Gifford from Cornell Cooperative Extension Come and hear about Shakespeare’s genius, including “And there’s Pansies, that’s for thoughts” (Hamlet).
DATE: Thursday, October 19, 2017
TIME: 1:00 p.m.
PLACE: First Congregational Church (405 Quail Street, Albany)
RSVP: Please call NNORC to register at 518-514-2023
FEE: $4.00
NNORC & Bach Library are Joining Together to Offer a New Program!
Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? We have a new program for the fall! One-on-one Computer Skills Group is looking for individuals who want some extra help with their computer! We have some NNORC seniors who will be able to offer assistance with the computer. Please bring your charged device—tablet, phone or laptop (Apple or PC) if possible.
Date: Monday, October 16, 2017
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Place: APL’s Bach Branch, 455 New Scotland Avenue, Albany
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 514-2023 to register
* An additional class will be offered Monday, November 6 at 12:00 p.m.
Farewell to Joe and Miriam Adler
Last month, we bid a bittersweet farewell to longtime NNORC Residents’ Council member Joe Adler. Joe and his wife Miriam are relocating to New Jersey to live closer to their two sons and their families. Joe was a devoted and faithful NNORC Residents Council member through the years, frequently advocating, passionately and effectively, for our community members with disabilities and mental health issues. Joe also played a vital role in the committee that drafted our NNORC Blueprint for the Future, a document we continue to consult as we plan programs and services for the NNORC community. All of us on the council, who have come to know Joe as a friend, will miss his gentle presence, thoughtful contributions, and playful sense of humor.
And we would absolutely be remiss if we did not mention that Joe’s “better half,” his wife Miriam, a former executive director of Jewish Family Services, was instrumental in the original NNORC application process and in getting this invaluable program off the ground. The NNORC community owes an enormous debt of gratitude to both Adlers. Our very best wishes to Joe and Miriam in their new adventure!
Don’t Miss NNORC Night at the JCC
Come out for another NNORC Night at the JCC. The JCC will be serving up a wonderful tasty dinner featuring honey chicken, along with good conversation and fun. NNORC night is always a great way to share good fellowship, break bread, catch up with friends and make new ones. There will also be a short presentation during dinner by EPIC, a senior discount prescription medication plan.
Date: Monday, October 23, 2017
Time: 4:45 p.m
Place: Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Rd, Albany
RSVP: Please call Claire Sigal at 518-438-6651 to make your reservation. Transportation requests can be made when making your reservation. Last call for reservations is 9:30 a.m. on October 23.
Cost: The suggested donation is $5.00
The NNORC Breakfast Club Welcomes Back Congressman Paul Tonko
The August NNORC Breakfast Club welcomes special guest, Congressman Paul Tonko. He is our local expert on state and federal issues and politics. He will share what is going on in Washington, as well as listen to the concerns of his constituents.
Congressman Tonko has represented our area in the House of Representatives since 2009. He serves on the Energy & Commerce Committee, and the Science, Space & Technology Committee. Throughout his career, he has been a champion for the working class, advancing policies that create jobs, provide economic opportunities and ensure senior citizens can retire with dignity.
NOTE: We have a very limited number of Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program check booklets remaining and will be distributing them at this August Breakfast Club.
Save Wednesday, September 12 for the next NNORC Breakfast Club when we welcome our NNORC Senior Health Education Coordinator, Judi England, RN. She will present on Hope & Resilience: How to make friends with the life we have now.
Date: Wednesday, August 8
Time: 10:00 a.m
Place: Congregation Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Road, Albany
RSVP: Please RSVP to NNORC at 514-2023
Don't Miss Mamma Mia! at Capital Rep
Put on your platforms and feather boas and join the 54 million people all around the world who have fallen in love with this story filled with ABBA’s greatest hits! Come and experience Mamma Mia! as you never have before—in the intimate setting of Capital Rep! This tale takes place on a Greek Island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings together three men from her mother’s past. As the mystery unravels, you’ll be laughing and rockin’ to smash hits, including Dancing Queen, S.O.S., Super Trouper, Take A Chance on Me and The Winner Takes It All.
DATE: Wednesday, July 19
TIME: 2:00 p.m.
PLACE: Capital Rep, 111 N. Pearl Street, Albany. There are several parking lots nearby.
RSVP: Please call 514-2023 to reserve a ticket for the show. Tickets are $16 per person.
NNORC Hosts Dinner and Movie with Academy Award Winning Musical La La Land
If you haven’t seen this movie, don’t wait. While it’s about a jazz pianist falling for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles, some have described it as being transported into a different world. Starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, La La Land, a musical, was the winner of multiple Academy Awards, including Emma Stone for Best Actress.
Dinner will be catered by Sam’s Italian Restaurant. Please choose either eggplant parmesan or chicken parmesan. Both will be served with salad, penne pasta and a dinner roll. The cost is $12 for members and $14 for non-members. The movie will begin at 3:00, followed by dinner.
DATE: Thursday, June 15, 2017
TIME: 3:00 p.m
PLACE: St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road, Albany, New York, 12208
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 514-2023 to reserve a spot and to place your order for food
NNORC Breakfast Club Talks about Geneology
Maybe you’ve been wanting to build an accurate family tree. Or perhaps you want to know if you have royalty in your blood or if a distant relative was a great inventor, entrepreneur, author or composer. Wouldn’t it be
interesting to find out? In honor of Older Americans Month, we welcome Lisa Doherty, Professional Genealogist and Lecturer. Ms. Doherty will talk about getting started with researching family history. She will offer guidelines for gathering information, conducting effective family interviews and organizing your research.
The program will be on Wednesday, May 10 at 9:30 a.m. at the Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Road, Albany. Please call 514-2023 to reserve your bagel and your seat! Bring your friends.
Save the date for June 14, 2017 for the next Breakfast Club. Sharon Emerson, Elder Care Consultant at CHOICES at St. Peter’s will discuss home care options.
NNORC Holiday Party
To welcome the season, there will be a holiday party on Friday December 2, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road. Students in the Psychology Club at the College of Saint Rose are assisting in the planning of the event and will be there to celebrate the holiday season with NNORC neighbors. There will be entertainment, hot and cold beverages, sweets, and fun! There will also be a craft for those who wish to exercise their creativity. There is no cost for this program, but we ask you to please call 514-2023 to RSVP so we can plan ahead.
DATE: Friday December 2, 2016
TIME: 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
PLACE: St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road
R.S.V.P.: Please call 514-2023.
Cost: Free.