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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Presenting with Pizza - Rochester, Young Lion of the West - July 14
Join us on this monthly program where we have a local presenter speak about an interesting topic or history followed by a full pizza lunch. All presentations occur on a Monday once a month followed by lunch consisting of one piece of pizza, tossed salad, fruit and drink. The fee collected is put towards our presenter fees, while a suggested contributions of $3.50 towards lunch can be accepted on the day of the lunch. Mon - February 10: Dave Crumb, Village of Hilton Historian - It's time to learn about Hilton & Parma History. We have a basket of questions to choose from upon arrival - plan to become educated about our village and town!Mon - March 10: Summit FCU Empowering Seniors Against Fraud - Just when you think you learned everything about fraud - it's never ending! Fraud and identity theft targeting senior citizens is an increasingly widespread occurrence. This seminar will discuss ways fraudsters reach out to and attempt to defraud and scam the elderly population within the communities The Summit serves. We will give you strategies and information on how to minimize your risk of becoming a victim. We will discuss current trends and recent examples of fraudulent activity so you can be more aware to better protect yourself and your personal information.Mon - April 7: New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation - Mr Letchworth & the history of Letchworth Park - Letchworth State Park was voted #1 State Park in the nation for a reason. Stretching for 17 miles along the dynamic Genesee River, the Park includes acre after acre of magnificent forest, spectacular scenery, and a wide variety of recreational facilities; but the Letchworth story is more than just that. William Pryor Letchworth’s vision for the development and character of Letchworth State Park is a fascinating tale of the land, a man, and his Park.Mon - May 12: Scott Hetsko Meteorologist at 13WHAM - the life and history and becoming a meteorologist.Mon - June 23: Seabreeze History - Kevin Dorey explains 146 Years of Family Fun. Join us for a nostalgic journey through time as we explore the rich history of Seabreeze Amusement Park. From its humble beginnings in 1879 as a picnic grove at the end of the Rochester & Lake Ontario Railroad, discover how Seabreeze evolved into the beloved summer destination we know and love today. We'll share stories and photos that will bring back cherished memories. Mon - July 14: Rochester, Young Lion of the West - Dan Cody will present on the Erie Canal. 2025 marks the waterway’s bicentennial, and there will be many events throughout the year to celebrate. Dan will speak on the “Young Lion of the West: The Erie Canal and its Impact on the Growth of Rochester.” Attendees will hear how the canal helped Rochester and the local area grow.Mon - August 18: Wegmans Pharmacy & Phacts with a Pharmacist - This presentation will be about all adult immunizations from flu and covid to RSV and Shingrix. Literature on Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, home delivery will be available along with some pens, pill boxes and stress balls. The pharmacist will be available after the talk if anyone has questions.Mon - September 15: Inside The World of a CIA Visual Information Specialist - Local artist Daniel Caster presents a truly unique collection of his artwork from his days as a Visual Information Specialist at CIA. This includes the college portfolio piece which landed him the job, a selection of unclassified images and renderings of terrorists from his time supporting Counter Terrorism Operations. This presentation will give viewers a special glimpse into CIA's unique culture and mission. This will be a two hour talk. ** No eligible person shall be denied benefits or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving any Federal, State, or County funding. This includes but is not limited to: race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran and/or military status, immigration status, creed, domestic violence victim status, criminal history, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status. This program is funded by participants’ contributions, U.S. Administration on Aging, N.Y. State Office for the Aging, N.Y. State Department of Health, and Monroe County Dept. of HS/Office for the Aging.News10NBC
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