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January Activities

To kick off the New Year, we are opening for activities and programs on Fridays! With some new things to do and the return of some old favorites, 2022 is going to be a great year!


MONDAY MOVIE MATINEES

We’re excited to start showing movies on our giant television after lunch on Mondays! Grab a seat and some popcorn, and enjoy the show!
Movies start at 12:30 pm.

  • 1/3—National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989)
  • 1/10—The Wizard of Oz (1939)
  • 1/24—Grumpy Old Men (1993)
  • 1/31—North by Northwest (1959)

We will be taking suggestions for future movies to show. Feel free to give them to Michael when you stop in.


Wii BOWLING WEDNESDAYS

The super popular activity Wii Bowling is rolling into Tosh Collins Center starting Wednesday January 5th. Slots will be scheduled all day long, with 4 players at a time. Make sure to call Kelly to get on the schedule today. 822-4532 x103 or email Kelly@southbuffalo.org

If you want to come watch some of our bowling experts, stop by
between 12:30 to 2:00 pm. We promise, you’ll have a lot of fun!

Bowling shirts are encouraged!


FITNESS FRIDAYS KICK-OFF THE WEEKEND

Starting Friday January 14th, our awesome Yoga Instructor Jess will be kicking off our new Fitness Class. You asked for a dance aerobics fitness class, and you got it! Shake your groove thing and get your blood flowing to this up-temp movement class. Set to the dance music of your favorite pop divas, Starting at 10AM, this hour class will get you dancing. It’s open to all and adaptable to your mobility level. $5 suggested donation. Call Kelly to register 822-4532 x103 or Kelly@southbuffalo.org


FRIDAY BINGO RETURNS

Back by popular demand– Friday BINGO! After a year and a half closure, then another 6 months gradual reopening, we will finally be fully open 5 days a week. With the return of Fridays to our weekly schedule, we are happy to schedule a second day of BINGO at Tosh Collins. Friday BINGO will resume Friday January 7th starting after lunch at 12:30 pm.  $1 per board– no board limit.

Make sure to call Kelly and let her know you’re coming, and sign up for lunch while you’re at it. 822-4532 x103 or email Kelly@southbuffalo.org. Lunch orders due one week in advance. Have orders in by Wednesday before 10 AM.


FRIDAY LUNCHES RESUME

When we were allowed to reopen in July, we started with 2 days a week Tuesday & Thursday. In September, we added Wednesdays to our lunch menu. In November, we added Mondays to our week. Now finally, we are adding Fridays to be open a full week. Make sure to check out the menu to see what’s for lunch!  Call Kelly and let her know you’re coming. 822-4532 x103 or email Kelly@southbuffalo.org


BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING

We will now be offering FREE blood pressure screening every month at Tosh Collins. Director Michael’s mom, Marcy Weidrich RN (retired) will be in Friday January 28th from 10 AM to 11:30 AM to check your blood pressure. We will schedule her at least once a month to stop in. If you are interested in getting your BP checked, call Kelly 822-4532 x103 or email kelly@southbuffalo.org


MORE COMPUTER CLASSES

Thanks to a generous donation of 20 laptop computers from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, we now have a Laptop Lending Library. You may sign out a laptop computer at any time to check your email, surf the internet, type up recipes, and more. Staff members may be available for assistance by appointment.

Our Monday Morning Classes continue in 2022 with more computer classes with Brendan from the Buffalo & Erie County Library. All classes will be 10 AM to 11:30 AM

  • January 10th Internet Privacy and Safety
  • January 24th The Cloud
  • January 31st iPads and iPhones

All courses are free of charge. You must register in advance of the class. Call Kelly at 822-4532 x103 or email kelly@southbuffalo.org


DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES

The Safe Driver Academy Defensive Driver Class, NYS DMV’s only approved Humor-Based course, is coming to Tosh Collins!

All classes in 2022 will occur on Mondays unless noted. The schedule is as follows:

  • February 7th—9 am to 3 pm
  • April 4th—1 pm to 7 pm
  • June 6th– 6 pm-9 pm & Tues June 7th- 6 pm-9pm (2 nights)
  • August 1st– 9 am to 3 pm
  • October 3rd– 1 pm to 7 pm
  • Dec 5th– 6 pm-9 pm & Tues Dec 6th -6-9pm (2 nights)

Lunch or dinner can be order for $3 along with the class.

The cost is $35 payable to Safe Driver Academy. Register with Kelly at 822-4532 x103 or email kelly@southbuffalo.org.

 

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