University Express

10/03/2023

Sending out some adorableness to brighten your night! Now that we have your attention - tomorrow's University Express classes include Discovering Buffalo One Street at a Time, The History of Beer in Buffalo, Scribblin' for a Livin': Mark Twain's Pivotal Period in Buffalo, and Marc Chagall: Floating Figures, Goats & Violins. JOIN US!

10/03/2023

University Express will be there! Join us 🎉🐰🦆🦉🐿

10/03/2023

University Express was at the beautiful City of Tonawanda Public Library for a very interesting class on The Ice Boom - taught by one of our favorite instructors, Harry Meyer. Erie County's FREE adult learning program is now available at 26 locations throughout Erie County. For more information on registering for a class (in person or virtual) visit https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/

10/02/2023

University Express has classes today at the City of Tonawanda Library, and the following Senior Centers: Evans, Hamburg, Orchard Park and West Seneca. For a list of all our amazing classes, visit our website at: https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/

10/02/2023

We are so excited THE Timothy Shaw is one of our University Express speakers this Fall. Register for one of his classes today - they are sure to be SPOOK-TACULAR! 👻👻👻

Did you know the 716 had so many haunted places? If you love a good scare we've got tons of fun ways to get in the Halloween spirit - tap our link below for every haunted walk, tour, and more to experience this season! 👻

https://stepoutbuffalo.com/haunted-walks-tours-to-experience-wny/

09/28/2023

University Express was so excited to have Special Initiatives Director at Native American Community Services of Erie and Niagara Counties Inc. Pete Hill present our first virtual class of the semester - "Orange Shirt Day: What is it? Why is it so Important!" Pete also shared information for two upcoming Orange Shirt Day events, which we wanted to pass along. Pete has two more awesome classes scheduled this semester. To register or to learn more about University Express, visit us online at: https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/

09/28/2023

if you're looking for something a little more 'off the beaten path, check out these totally awesome, lesser-known nature trails.

09/28/2023

Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is a time when we pause, reflect, and seek to mend the fractures in our souls and relationships.🕊️ This day serves as a reminder that forgiveness is not just an act of grace but a path to healing.🤲🏽

09/25/2023

It's official - University Express Fall 2023 Semester has begun! A giant THANK YOU to our amazing Congressman, Brian Higgins, for leading our first class at the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center on Buffalo's waterfront development. Everyone learned so much! For more information or to view our new catalog, visit: https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/classes

09/22/2023

Our University Express Fall 2023 Semester Kick-off event is happening at 1 PM on Monday, September 25 at the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center. Special guest instructor Congressman Brian Higgins will be talking about all things waterfront - past, present and future. To register, call 874-3266. ** The Congressman's staff will be hosting a "Congress on Your Corner" event from 11 am - 1 pm before his class for all residents with questions or personal issues to discuss.

09/21/2023

You can now pick up your Fall 2023 University Express catalogs at the Akron Newstead Senior Center, the Akron Village Hall, and the Town of Newstead Town Hall! Our official kick-off event with special guest Congressman Brian Higgins is taking place at 1 PM on Monday, September 25 at the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center. Our full slate of classes begin on October 1st. WE CAN'T WAIT!!!😁🥳

09/20/2023

Such a great event!!

🍁 Erie County Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 10am-4pm. Join Erie County Parks, Recreation & Forestry for a fun filled day of food trucks, free pumpkins, entertainment & more at Como Lake Park!

There is no better way to spend a Saturday in the fall!

Learn more: https://www3.erie.gov/parks/events

09/20/2023

Who doesn’t love a fun game of Trivia? We sure do! Senior Services’ own Quiz Master Ryan Gadzo put together three rounds of the BEST trivia questions last Friday for our event in Chestnut Ridge Park. Our winning team is pictured below. University Express hosts virtual trivia two Fridays each month. To join our email invite list, send a note with your name and number to: [email protected]

09/20/2023

University Express is kicking-off our Fall Semester with an extra-special guest instructor - Congressman Brian Higgins! The Congressman's class at the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center next Monday (9/25) will focus on Buffalo's waterfront - past, present and future! Register today by calling 716-874-3266. All are welcome!

09/19/2023

Would you like to learn more about the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)? Are you currently a RSVP member? Then COME SAIL WITH US aboard the Miss Buffalo, this Tuesday September 19th to meet current members and learn more about all the interesting ways you can serve the community through RSVP. Boat boards at 2:50pm. To reserve your spot, call 716-858-7548 or email [email protected].

09/19/2023

A huge THANK YOU to the Clarence Public Library for hosting our University Express book club meeting! We all had such a great time!! Led by our book-lover-in-chief (and Commissioner of Senior Services) Angela Marinucci, we had members paricipate in-person and also virtually for the first time ever. If you would like to join or learn more about our club, visit us at https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/book-club
Our next book announcement coming soon...

09/19/2023

Next Monday we kick off a brand new semester of University Express!! Catalogs are being delivered to all our partner sites this week - with our friends from the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center (pictured below) already highlighting some of their favorite classes. If you can't wait, we totally understand. Visit us today at https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/ to check out all our amazing classes. We've been working extra hard to make this one of our best semesters yet. See you all soon!

09/12/2023

09/11/2023

It's our favorite time of year... Fall, Football (GO BILLS! 🏈🏈) and a new semester of University Express. Official catalogs will be delivered in the next few weeks to all our partner sites. If you can't wait until then, we totally understand. Visit us today at https://www4.erie.gov/universityexpress/ to check out all our amazing classes. We've been working extra hard to make this one of our best semesters yet. See you all soon!

09/11/2023

09/06/2023

Join us at the Buffalo Central Library tomorrow at 5:30pm! See flyer below for details:

09/05/2023

Sun's out, fun's out! From beaches to breweries and concerts to cuisine, check out our summer guide to having the best Buffalo summer ever.

09/01/2023

Join us on September 15th at 2 pm for our in-person trivia event! Teams will be randomly assigned upon arrival so you'll get to meet some new people ☺️
See the flyer below and email Katie at [email protected] to reserve your spot, as space is limited!

09/01/2023

The Master Plan for Aging Town Hall's provide an opportunity for you to give your input and hear the details of the state's efforts to improve the lives of older New Yorkers and people with disabilities through academic, philanthropic, private and local partnerships with the goal of creating a better system of care and more inclusive communities for tomorrow.
Meetings will be held Thursday September 7th at Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church and Friday September 8th at the Amherst Center for Senior Services. You may also attend virtually. Visit the link below for details.

NYSOFA and NYSDOH - New York State Health Department will be holding Town Halls on the state’s Master Plan for Aging in Buffalo on September 7 and 8. Pre-registration is required. Learn more on the MPA website. https://www.ny.gov/new-york-states-master-plan-aging/master-plan-aging-community-engagement

08/31/2023

08/30/2023

This will be a very interesting event!

Attend an evening with Poland’s Ambassador to the United Nations Krzysztof Szczerski on Fri., Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. in the downtown Buffalo Central Library Auditorium. Free. The Ambassador will speak on: The Barometer of Freedom. The role of Poland & Central Europe in geopolitics. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mraaeaj2

08/14/2023

We sent the A-Team! Make sure you visit us at the Erie County Fair!!

If you're visiting The Erie County Fair today, be sure to stop by the Marketplace Building and see us! We are there with information about all the programs and services offered through the Department of Senior Services that are designed to improve the health and well-being of older adults. From nutrition to recreation and beyond, we offer a variety of programs to suit various needs and interests. Visit www.erie.gov/fair for a full schedule of which days we and other county departments will at the fair.

08/14/2023

We are hosting a film showing at the West Seneca Senior Center! “I’ll Find a Way or Make One – A Rosie Story” is a biographical documentary featuring Viola Hippert. Viola was born in Lackawanna to Serbian immigrant parents and grew up a block away from the Bethlehem Steel entrance. Now in her late 90’s, Buffalo’s own answer to “Rosie the Riveter” reflects on family, friendship, and her work for Bell Aircraft Corp during World War II while her husband was deployed. Viola seems to have no plan on slowing down and credits physical activity in helping to keep her going.
Join us on Tuesday, August 22 1:00 PM at the West Seneca Senior Center for a free screening of the film. The film is around 25 minutes long and there will be time for discussion after. Register to attend by calling the Senior Center at 716-675-9288.

08/04/2023

08/04/2023

08/04/2023

“I’ll Find a Way or Make One – A Rosie Story” is a biographical documentary featuring Viola Hippert. Viola was born in Lackawanna to Serbian immigrant parents and grew up a block away from the Bethlehem Steel entrance. Now in her late 90’s, Buffalo’s own answer to “Rosie the Riveter” reflects on family, friendship, and her work for Bell Aircraft Corp during World War II while her husband was deployed. Viola seems to have no plan on slowing down and credits physical activity in helping to keep her going.
Join us August 22 1:00 PM at the West Seneca Senior Center for a free screening of the film. Register to attend by calling the Senior Center at 716-675-9288.

07/05/2023

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🎓 Have you caught a University Express class yet? Erie County Senior Services offers FREE interactive online & in-person educational classes, geared toward older adults 55+! Find one that interests you in a variety of subjects: current affairs, history, science, medicine, finance—and more!

Full schedule & registration at: erie.gov/UniversityExpress

Watch prior classes: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL233431BE8B3ED885

07/05/2023

07/05/2023

♻️ TEN MORE DAYS! ♻️

Saturday, July 15th, we're co-hosting Dare to Repair with The Tool Library from 11AM - 2PM at the Delavan-Grider Community Center! Don't miss it! 🧰

Register for the event here: https://thetoollibrary.org/daretorepair/

07/05/2023

A guardian is an adult who is selected by a judge to make decisions for another person who needs help managing finances and making personal care decisions. This might happen because of illness, injury or advanced age. New York State laws make sure the rights of adults to act and decide for themselves are not taken away lightly or accidentally or because someone else wants to take advantage of a vulnerable person. Join us virtually at University Express for a class with Center for Elder Law & Justice attorneys to learn the facts! Guardianship 101: Article 81 Basics is happening tomorrow, Thursday, July 6, at 10:30 AM. To register, click here:
https://erie.webex.com/weblink/register/r5b8065cd133e0c3fb133534bfb3bb916

12/23/2022

12/21/2022

While the weather outside might get frightening in the next few days, please take the time to help out older adults in our community when you can. Please help us share this information to those who might benefit. Happy Snow Day! 🥶

When extreme events strike, the are often the most affected. Erie County Senior Services compiles resources to help & better prepare for .

Check them out at: www2.erie.gov/seniorservices/emergency-preparedness

12/21/2022

Ok... I can't help reposting this. How adorable is this???😍

"I'm a horse vet. This adorable little guy fell asleep on my feet while I talked to his people."