On Pause

Tai Chi with Annie | Friday, December 13 and December 20
Tech Talk with Rebecca | Friday, December 20 and December 27
Painting with Art Therapy Interns | Monday, December 23, December 30, January 6, and January 13
Act Out! with Drama Therapy Intern Andrea | Monday, December 23, December 30, January 6, and January 13
Acrylic and Watercolor for Relaxation Art Therapy with Intern Sophia | Monday, December 23, December 30, January 6, and January 13

No Class

Zumba with Jose, Chinese Open Ballroom, and Brain Games with Dana | Wednesday, December 4
Knitting with Schekira | Wednesday, December 11
Jewelry Making with Phyllis | Friday, December 20, and December 27

Last Class Until Further Notice

Dance and Storytelling with Magda | Monday, December 16

Rescheduled

December Birthday Party | Thursday, December 19

Holiday Closure

Christmas | Wednesday, December 25

Sirovich and 14 Street Y Classes

If you are attending Open Swim or Functional Yoga at the 14th Street Y, please bring your Sirovich membership card to show to security at the front desk and sign in the guest book.

Holiday Luncheon

Friday, December 20 | 11:30 AM – 1:45 PM

1st Seating | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 2nd FL Dining Room

2nd Seating | 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM | 2nd FL Dining Room

• Tickets are sold out please email sirovich@14streety.org to get on the waitlist.

If you are registered for the first seating, kindly refrain from arriving before 10:45 AM. For the second seating, we request that you arrive no earlier than 12:15 PM. Due to limited meals, we can only provide tickets for Sirovich members and their aides.

Sirovich Center Annual Winter Art Sale 

Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Auditorium

No registration required.

Join us at the Sirovich Center’s Annual Winter Art Sale, featuring a beautiful selection of ceramics, jewelry, and paintings crafted by our talented community members. Find unique, handmade gifts by local artists this holiday season! All proceeds benefit the Sirovich Center for Balanced Living’s art programs for older New Yorker’s.

Remembering Nick Biscardi, beloved ceramic instructor

Wednesday, December 11 | 1:00 PM | Auditorium

All are welcome to attend.

We invite you to join us in honoring the life and legacy of our beloved ceramics instructor, Nicholas Biscardi, at a memorial service.

Kwanzaa Celebration

Thursday, December 12 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM | Auditorium

Cancelled until further notice.

In Person Classes

Mosaic Tiles with Alexandra
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM  | 1ST FL Lounge
Design and craft your own mosaic tile using multi-media materials. No experience is necessary.

Strength and Balance with Rob
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  | 1ST FL Auditorium
Strength and Balance class, seated, with a safe option for standing
exercises for balance and strength. With weights.
No registration needed. Just drop in.

Painting with Art Therapy Interns
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Art Studio  
Class is full. To join the waitlist email sirovich@14streety.org.

This fall, join us for the painting group series Painting and Acrylic and Watercolor for Relaxation. This relaxing, expressive group series is ideal for members interested in creating art using acrylic, watercolor, or oil paints on canvas or paper. Participants will have the option of using a prompt to guide their painting if desired. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re curious yet inexperienced or an established professional – no previous art experience is required.

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman and Bianca
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Debra at  dmezaros@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Act Out! with Drama Therapy Intern Andrea
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Small Dining Room Andrea, Drama Therapy Intern  
No registration is required; however, we encourage participants to attend each week of the workshop for the best experience and continuity.

New members are welcome to join Act Out! In this engaging class, participants will use theater techniques to encourage personal growth. Through an active, hands-on approach, they’ll dive into role-play, scene work, and character development, gaining new insights and skills along the way.

Dance and Storytelling with Magda
11:10 AM – 12:30 PM | Auditorium
No registration required.
You are invited to join dancer and creative aging teaching artist, Magda Kaczmarska, for this dance and storytelling residency, Stories in the Moment for ALL. Together, we will discover the many ways we can share our stories—through words and movement.

Acrylic and Watercolor for Relaxation Art Therapy Intern Sophia
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Art Studio
Space will be limited to 8 participants. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, October 2. Members can enroll in this group series in person, by telephone, 646-395-4534, or via E-mail at sirovich@14streety.org. Please include the time you would like to attend in the email.

Rewriting the Narrative Drama Therapy Intern Andrea
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Conference Room
Class full.
Rewriting the Narrative is designed to empower participants through creative expression, storytelling, and theater techniques. Explore life experiences, reframe personal stories, and rediscover your voice. By revisiting past chapters and reimagining future possibilities, participants can gain fresh perspectives on their journeys, build deeper connections with peers, and cultivate resilience in a supportive and creative environment.

Beginner Class with Sherman
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Ceramics Studio
To join, the ceramics Beginner Session, please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org.

Open Swim
2:00 – 3:00 PM | 14 Street Y
Enjoy a free hour of open swim at the 14 Street Y pool. Please bring your Sirovich Membership Card to show to security at the front desk and sign in the guest book. Also bring a swimsuit, swim cap, lock for the locker room.

Jazz Line Dance with Bernard
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Discover the joy of movement in our Jazz Line Dance class! This dynamic class blends the vibrant energy of jazz dance with the fun and social aspects of line dancing, creating an exhilarating experience for dancers of all levels.

Balance 101 with Demetra 
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
This chair class focuses on strengthening muscles and improving flexibility to allow for the joint stability and mobility we need for walking and completing everyday tasks around the home like carrying groceries and doing the laundry. People of all abilities, including anyone who uses an assistive walking device or wheelchair or is recovering from knee, foot, hip injuries, etc., can participate. You also have the option of completing standing work, with the chair in arms-reach. No registration is required.

Tapping Together with Demetra
4:00 – 5:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Join us for an exciting intergenerational tap dance class, offered in partnership with 14Y Afterschool students grades K – 2. Instruction is tailored for adults and children who have a passion for dance and rhythm or just want to have fun. No previous dance experience is necessary to participate.

In Person Classes

Tai Chi Class with Annie 
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Tai Chi is an art that promotes balance, strength, grace, and flexibility, and it promotes a meditative mood with its “dance of quiet motion.” No registration needed. Just drop in!

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions..

Chair Yoga with Rie
11:00  – 11:50 AM | Auditorium
Classic yoga class focuses on stretching, joint mobility, balance, posture, and bone density support. Safe for folks with injuries and osteoporosis. Energizing for all. No registration required.

“Ticket” Tuesdays
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | 2ND FL Dining Room
Our mission is to make the performing arts accessible to everyone in our community. Enjoy free and discounted tickets to captivating performances through our partnerships with local box offices. Plus, receive a complimentary $40-value Theatre Development Fund (TDF) membership, granting you access to the Broadway Passport Series with tickets priced at just $20 to $40. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to bring the joy of theater into your life!

Reiki and Meditation with Lyndell and Ruth
Tuesdays | 1:00 – 1:50 PM | Lounge
No registration required.
Join members, Lyndell and Ruth, for a serene journey through the gentle practices of Reiki and Meditation.

Chinese Dance Group Sessions 1 and 2
1:30 PM – 3:20 PM | 1ST FL  Auditorium
Open to all levels. To register email sirovich@14streety.org

Spanish Empowerment Group with Andrea
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Lounge

If the Walls Could Talk Visual Theater Workshop with Concrete Temple Theatre
4:00 – 5:30 PM | Auditorium
To register email Renee Philippi at renee@concretetempletheatre.com or reneephilippi@gmail.com.
Join us for If the Walls Could Talk, a visual theater workshop. It will begin with a virtual tour of the Tenement Museum on Tuesday, October 8, where we’ll explore its history and the lives of its past residents. Participants will then create scenes, monologues, and plays inspired by these discoveries.

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman 
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions.

In Person Classes

Zumba with Jose
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Join our Jose Zumba class for a fun, energetic workout designed specifically for older adults! Our sessions combine lively Latin and international music with easy-to-follow dance moves that will get you moving, grooving, and smiling. No registration required.

Knitting Group with Schekira 
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 1ST FL Lounge
Come in and unwind and knit or crochet. You can bring your own projects, practice techniques, or share your trade secrets! All are welcome!

Open Ballroom Dance with Jeannie
1:00 – 2:50 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
This class offers a unique opportunity to learn and enjoy traditional Chinese ballroom dance styles. No prior dance experience is needed – just bring your enthusiasm and love for dance. 

Brain Games with Dana
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 1ST FL Lounge
Join us in the lounge with your fellow members and Dana the social worker and play your choice of games (board games, puzzles) to keep your mind sharp. 

In Person Classes

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman 
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Zumba with Fiorela 
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Get ready to dance, sweat, and have a blast with  Fiorela Zumba class! This high-energy workout combines Latin and international music with dynamic dance routines to create an exhilarating and effective fitness experience. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, Zumba offers a fun and inclusive way to get fit and feel great. 

Functional Yoga with at 14Y
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 14 Street Y
No registration required.
A yoga class to support your life. Learn techniques to help develop greater awareness of your body, working to build strength and balance, and increased energy. Please bring your Sirovich Membership Card to show to security at the front desk and sign in the guest book.

Asian Choral Group 
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM l 1ST FL Auditorium
To register email sirovich@14streety.org

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman 
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Game Time with Andrea
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 2ND FL Small Dining Room
To register email sirovich@14streety.org

In Person Classes & Hybrid Classes

Tai Chi with Annie 
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Tai Chi is an art that promotes balance, strength, grace, and flexibility, and it promotes a meditative mood with its “dance of quiet motion.” No registration needed. Just drop in!

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman and Bianca 
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Tech Talk with Rebecca
11:00 – 12:00 PM | 2ND FL Dining Room
No registration needed. Just drop in.
If you have questions about your tablets, laptops, smartphones, or anything related to technology, stop by the Technology desk Rebecca is here to help. She can help with device usage, troubleshooting, and offer guidance on various topics such as email, texting, setting up voicemail, tips and tricks, learning about apps, and protecting yourself from viruses and malware. Feel free to stop by!

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman and Bianca
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org with any further questions.

ASC: Expressive Arts with Cory
1:00 – 2:30 PM | NC 12/27 | Auditorium
No registration required.

ASC: Sirovich Senior Theater with Cory
2:30 – 3:15 PM | NC 12/27 | Auditorium & Hybrid
No registration required.

Jewelry Making with Phyliss 
1:00 PM – 3:50 PM | Lounge
To register, please email sirovich@14streety.org

Vocal Ensemble with Mariano
3:15 – 5:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
No previous singing or performing experience required. All ages welcome! To register, email cmherman@edalliance.org.

Volunteer With Us!

Are you ready to make a positive impact in your community? We invite you to create a volunteer profile to stay updated on exciting opportunities available at Educational Alliance sites. Whether you’re interested in volunteering at Sirovich or know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! To create a volunteer profile click here.

Meal Service Helpers

Monday – Friday | 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM  

Our center serves delicious and nutritious meals to LES’s older adult community daily and needs volunteers to serve food during lunch services.

Food Pantry

Held on the first Wednesday of each month

Packing 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 1:40 – 4:00 PM

Distribution 1:40 – 4:00 PM

The Sirovich Center holds a food pantry service on the first Wednesday of each calendar month.

Contact M Clayton at mrclayton@edalliance.org to explore various roles that contribute to our mission, such as helping serve lunch, packaging pantry foods, and more. It’s important to note that all volunteers must be vaccinated for COVID-19 to ensure the safety of our community. We look forward to seeing you.

Volunteer with Educational Alliance

Educational alliance will be hosting support events for asylum-seekers in the coming weeks and months. If you are interested in volunteering and/or if you are bilingual and interested in supporting volunteer work for this, please sign up here.

Register for the Beginner Ceramics Class

To join, the ceramics Beginner Session, please email Bianca at ballen@edalliance.org.