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Come and watch the Oscar-nominated film: The Post. Katharine Graham (played by Meryl Streep) is the first female publisher of a major American newspaper—The Washington Post. With help from editor Ben Bradlee (played by Tom Hanks), Graham races to catch up with The New York Times to expose a massive cover-up of government secrets that spans three decades and four U.S. presidents. Together, they must overcome their differences as they risk their careers—and very freedom—to help bring long-buried truths to light. The Post was directed by Steven Spielberg.

DATE: Thursday, March 7
TIME: 12:00 p.m.
PLACE: Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Road, Albany)
RSVP: Please RSVP with NNORC by Tuesday, March 5 at 518-514-2023.

Lunch by Cardona’s will be followed by the movie. Choose chicken parmesan or eggplant parmesan. The cost is $13 for members and $15 for non-members and includes salad, pasta and dessert. 

Let’s get together and create a sweet little Swedish heart from simple materials. The heart is beautiful on its own or embellish it with dried flowers, ribbons, or fill with sweet treats. Crafting is a fun way to get in touch with your creative side and to improve dexterity, relieve stress, and connect with your NNORC friends and neighbors. Presenter Judi England, RN, loves crafts as much as she does yoga! She offers wellness programs in the NNORC and loves working on sewing and craft projects in her free time.

DATE: Wednesday, March 20
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
PLACE: First Congregational Church (405 Quail St, Albany)
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023 to reserve your seat. Group size is limited to 12!

Materials fee is $2.50, payable at the class.

The Office of Unclaimed Funds will be coming to the NNORC! Every day New York State returns $1 million to those who file claims. Currently, more than 39 million account records remain unclaimed. The New York State Office of the Comptroller will have staff available from 1:00–2:00 p.m. and then 3:00–4:00 p.m. to assist and demonstrate how to search their website to see if you have any unclaimed funds. There will be a presentation from 2:00–3:00 p.m. that includes how the Comptroller’s office ends up with the funds and how they get distributed.

DATE: Thursday, March 28
TIME: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: First Congregational Church (405 Quail St, Albany)
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023 to reserve your seat.

Mac Basics
Bring your Mac and join us for an introductory tour. Follow along as we show you the basics of navigating, getting and staying organized, and keeping your software up to date. Whether you’re totally new to Mac or just need a refresher, this is a great way to get up and running—and learn a few new tricks, like how to get more done with Siri. iPads will be available, but bring your own iPad or iPod if you have one.
Date: Wednesday, September 27
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Place: Apple Store at Crossgates Mall (Level 1)
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 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.
 

NNORC recently received an advisory circulated by Albany Police Department’s Officer James Brooks about an increase over the past month in daytime home delivery thefts from residential doorsteps and porches. Apparently, the suspects-who may be on bicycles or in vehicles-are following package delivery company vehicles from FedEx, UPS, and USPS or scouting the neighborhood for recent deliveries. When the deliveries are dropped off at the residences, the suspects are retrieving the packages after delivery personal have left the area. In a few instances, the homeowners were home when the thefts occurred. Most of the thefts have taken place on Whitehall Rd, Buckingham Lane, and Eagle Hill Neighborhoods.
Because recovery of stolen parcels is very unlikely, Officer Brooks shared the following suggesting when placing orders for delivery:

  • Request a signed receipt for the package if delivery to your home.
  • Request the package be sent to a distribution pick-up center (e.g., USPS, on New Karner Rd in Colonie or USPS in Latham).
  • Request the package be sent to your place of employment.

DATES: Both Yoga Classes: Tuesdays, November 1st, 8th, 15th,22nd, 29th 2016
Chair Yoga—11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Rd, Albany. Yoga is wonderful for the body, mind, and spirit! Build flexibility, balance and strength without having to get up and down from the floor. Make new friends and reconnect with your neighbors.
All-levels Kripalu Yoga—5:30-6:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 405 Quail St, Albany. This is a traditional practice for all levels blending breathwork, postures and deep relaxation designed to ease body and mind. This class includes mat work, so you must be able to get up easily from the floor.
For more information about any of these programs or to register for either yoga class, please call 514-2023.
 

Our sense of smell is a powerful thing. It plays a primary role in everything from bonding with offspring, choosing a mate, to triggering deep memories of life events. It is no surprise that for over 6,000 years essential oils from plants and herbs have been used therapeutically to improve physical and mental well-being.
Want to learn about how Aromatherapy can enhance your life? Join us for a program that will teach about:

  • The history of aromatherapy
  • How aromatherapy works
  • Ways to use essential oils to help common problems such as: insomnia, pain, tension, lack of focus, low energy, and many more.
  • Guidelines for choice and safe usage of essential oils.

Bring your questions and curiosity as we explore this ancient, yet always new, avenue for wellness.
Presenter: Kip Juliano. She has studied and used Aromatherapy for over 10 years and found Essential Oils to be an important tool for self-care, and is delighted to share her knowledge and experience with others.
Advisory: Although allergic reactions are rare to the therapeutic grade essentials oils which will be used in this program, you may wish to consult with your physician prior to registration if you are asthmatic, undergoing chemotherapy, or have other serious medical conditions
Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 1:30-3 p.m.
Where: Congregation B’Nai Shalom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany, New York
Fee: This program is offered at NO CHANGE to NNORC Residents
Registration is Requested: Call the Albany NNORC to Register 518-514-2023
 

Lately everyone is talking about Alexander Hamilton, but did you know that he had a close and important connection to Albany? Founding father Alexander Hamilton (1757-1804) first visited Albany in 1777 to speak to General Horatio Gates on behalf of George Washington. Three years later Hamilton married Elizabeth Schuyler in the parlor of her Albany home, the Pastures, now known as Schuyler Mansion. For the next 20 years, Hamilton was connected to Albany, traveling her to visit in-laws and conduct legal business. The Albany Institute of History and Art has a special exhibit that highlights objects related to Alexander Hamilton from the collection with a portrait of him by Ezra Ames courtesy of the Union College Permanent Collection in Schenectady and a silver tankard from the Fort Ticonderoga Museum.
NNORC will have a special tour of the exhibit lead by former JFS Social Worker, Jeannie Straussman. After our private tour, spend time seeing the other exhibits, shopping at the Institute’s gift shop or lunching at the Institute’s café. There is parking behind the Institute. If you are interested in attending, but need a ride, the NNORC staff will try our best to arrange that.
DATE: Wednesday, November 30, 2016
TIME: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
PLACE: The Albany Institute of History and Art, 125 Washington Avenue, Albany
R.S.V.P.: Please call 514-2023 to make your reservation. If you are interested in attending, but need a ride, the NNORC staff will try our best to arrange that.
Cost: $8.00 per person
 

NNORC Breakfast Club will be welcoming Assemblywoman Pat Fahy. The Assemblywoman has served two terms representing the 109th Assembly District (which includes the NNORC) in the NYS Assembly. She is a strong advocate on behalf of seniors, education, and strengthening communities. She is extremely familiar with the NNORC and lives within the NNORC. Assemblywoman Fahy was very active during the legislative session last year, vigorously speaking out in support of legislative changes to strengthen NNORCs and provide additional funds. Assemblywoman Fahy will give us a preview into the upcoming legislative session and issues of concern to our community. Coming right after election day, it should be an interesting and spirited discussion.
The program will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. at the Albany Jewish Community Center. from 9:30-1100 a.m. at Albany JCC (340 Whitehall Road, Albany). Be sure to call 514-2023 to reserve your seat and your bagel.
DATE: Wednesday, November 9, 2016
TIME: 9:30-1100 a.m.
PLACE: Albany JCC 340 Whitehall Road, Albany, NY
R.S.V.P.: 514-2023
 

Susan Hoffman grew up in and was educated in Albany, graduating from Maria College with a nursing degree. She has worked in many aspects of nursing in her career including public health, pediatrics, geriatrics, school health, and mental health services. Susan lives in Delmar with her husband and small dog. She has two grown children, one local and one in Connecticut. Come and meet Susan! She’ll be out in the community at various NNORC events doing blood pressure checks. She looks forward to her work in the NNORC and getting to know people who participate in the programs.

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