3278 Whitehaven Road
773-9683
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A mask box is located outside the GAC and replenished daily.
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Golden Age Center Holiday Bake Sale - December 2022
Mary Stewart Photos
Holiday Bake Sale at the Golden Age Center was held on December 16th. Cookie boxes were sold, $10-dozen & $20-2 dozen.
Golden Age Center Festival of Trees Entry - December 2022
The Grand Island Golden Age Center has entered a decorated tree to the 45th year of the Festival of Trees. This annual fundraiser benefits the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital. The center participated as a group in 2019; this year they were able to return to the showcase. The theme chosen was Country Christmas and as you can see in the photo, most everything on the tree was handmade; including the lap quilts done by the sewing and quilting clubs at the center being used as tree skirts for the purchaser of the tree. If you would like to attend this event, Family Day is Sunday, December 4th at the Buffalo Convention Center.
Golden Age Center Halloween Decorating - October 2022
Photos by Mary Stewart
Members of the Golden Age Center recently decorated the center for upcoming Halloween events. On Wednesday, October 26th, Batty Bites & Bingo takes place with a catered dinner and Bingo! On Monday, Halloween, a Monster Bash is scheduled that will include costumes, lunch, scavenger hunt, pumpkin decorating, mystery boxes and more Bingo.
Golden Age Center Holiday Happenings - October 2022
Photos by Mary Stewart
Holiday Happenings at the Golden Age Center took place on Saturday, October 22nd. Many crafty members sold their wares at the well attended event.
Golden Age Center Pop-Up Pantry Give A Way - September 2022
From left: Diane Garey, Angelina Anzalone and GAC Supervisor Jen Menter.
Article and photo by Mary Stewart
Our community has always been ready to help our seniors and others who need assistance with obtaining food and other household items. On August 31st, the Golden Age Club Hearts and Hands and the Neighbors Foundation joined together with a Pop-up Pantry give away. While our Golden Age Club provided food and some other basic needs, Angelina Anzalone, resource development director from Hearts and Hands
and Diane Garey from our Neighbors Foundation offered support and were ready to answer any questions those who attended may have had. The project was successful and helped a lot of Grand Islanders.
Golden Age Center Pop-Up Pantry Give A Way - August 2022
Wednesday, August 31st from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the GAC Dining Room.
Seniors Helping Seniors event offers 5 food items and 3 hygiene items to the community. See FLYER. The GAC is also accepting donations of non-perishables and all size hygiene products.
Gram's Garage Sale Photos - August 2022
Mary Stewart Photos.
There were lots of items available at this years Gram's Garage Sale held at the Golden Age Center on Saturday, August 13th. There was something for everyone plus home made baked goods to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Thank to all those who supported this yearly event.
GAC Birthday Lunch Honors Lee Tetkowski - May 2022
Lee Tetkowski.
Mary Stewart Photo.
This past Wednesday was set aside to honor those having birthdays in May with a special "birthday lunch". One of those celebrating was Lee Tetkowski who turns 99 years young on May 26th. She was surprised with one of the lunch tables set aside just for her plus a birthday cake adorned with candles saying "99". Happy birthday Lee!
Golden Age Club Artisan Show - May 2022
Golden Age Center quilting and sewing club.
Paintings by Jean MacDonald.
Oil & water colors by Peggy Basher.
Paintings by Thom A. Insana.
Photography by Bob Vaccaro.
Mary Stewart Photos.
The Grand Island Golden Age Club held an artisan show on Wednesday, May 4th in honor of Older Americans Month. Many diverse forms of art by the club members were on display. The Albright Knox Art Gallery truck was also on site, open for all to enjoy.
Golden Age Center Artisan Show - May 2022
Golden Age Center Artisan Show will take place on Wednesday, May 4th from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the center, 3278 Whitehaven Road. This will be an exhibition of members' talents through works of art. The Albright-Knox Art Truck will be on location from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and their will be culinary art offerings from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
FLYER.
Mitten Recognition Luncheon - March 2022
From left standing: Don Lewis, Joanne Carcione, Jeri Benzing, Don Hamman, Elaine Miller and Jan Zaborowski.
Seated: Iris Galeza, Evelyn Lewis, Cathy Mancuso, Jam Yardley, Sue Bognar and Anna Vaccaro.
Mary Stewart Photo.
The Golden Age Club recognized members who used their talents of crocheting, looming and knitting to help those in need. There are forty organizations, including City Mission, who benefit from this outreach. There was a total of 258 hats, 153 scarves, 153 mittens, 118 head bands, 68 pairs of socks, 7 hat and scarf sets and 6 lap blankets.
Afternoon of Games! - March 2022
Wednesday in March, beginning at 1:00pm - Afternoon of Games!
Did you know that we have some great games inside and outside (weather pending) in the Community Center for all to enjoy? Come and
play with us! Enjoy an afternoon of foosball, air hockey, shuffleboard, basketball, ping pong, and other games with us, held by the
Recreation Department and the Golden Age Center. Join us for an afternoon of fun! Call us at (716) 773-9682 to register to be a part of this
great opportunity.
Valentine's Day at the GAC
The Golden Age Center celebrated Valentine's Day on Monday, February 14th with a Sweethearts' Luncheon.
Sweethearts’ Luncheon
Members married 40 years or longer, who have participated in programs at the senior center were
guests, free of charge, for this special lunch. Mary Stewart Photos.
Chuck and Ann Tobe - married 55 years
Bob and Anna Vaccaro - married 45
Joe and Geri Kowalski - married 56 years
Lucy and Chuck DeLavalle. married 30 years
Tom and Michele Drabiik married 37 year
Don and Evelyn Lewis - married 60 years
Bob and Joy Mesmer - married 49 years
Dave and Ann Rogers - married 56 years
Ray and Sue Whitbeck - married 68 years
Bob and Lynn Henschel - married 46 years
Frank and Jo-Ann Greico - married 35 years
Mike and Ann Rossiter married 45 years
Not pictured: Dick & Barbara Brzyski (50); Buddy & Linda Black (59); John & Brenda Cassoni (40); Jim & Carolyn Huffman (56); John & Linda Harbinger (60); Jerry & Yvonne Turri (46); Phil & Jean Bousquet (40).
Mask Distribution at GAC
The Golden Age Center has disposable masks or KN95 masks available, limit two per person. Nike Base, 3278 Whitehaven Road, call 773-9682 for information.
Article and photo by Mary Stewart
Mary Stewart Photo.
Paintings by Jean MacDonald.
Oil & water colors by Peggy Basher.
Paintings by Thom A. Insana.
Photography by Bob Vaccaro.
Mary Stewart Photos.
Seated: Iris Galeza, Evelyn Lewis, Cathy Mancuso, Jam Yardley, Sue Bognar and Anna Vaccaro.
Mary Stewart Photo.
