Holiday Closure

Election Day | Tuesday, November 5
Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29

Returning

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

Last Class Until Further Notice

ASC: Improv Ensemble and Golden Giggles with Robert | Friday, November 22
Fall Prevention and Balance through Music and Movement with Occupational Therapy Interns | Friday, November 22

Act Out! with Drama Therapy Intern Andrea
Mondays | 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.

“OutCry” Short Film Premiere

Friday, November 1 | 7:00 PM | Auditorium

No registration required.

OutCry highlights social injustices in America, with a focus on Black Lives Matter and mental health resources, using spoken word, music, and movement on film. Join us for the premiere and a moderated panel discussion with mental health and social justice workers.

Basic Tech Talk led by Teen Teaches Technology 

Friday, November 1, and Monday, November 11 | Conference Room

No registration required, just drop in! 

Got a question about apps, emails, or smartphone/laptop settings? Stop by for a quick and basic self-guided tutorial! Please note that our interns are available to assist only with smartphones. laptops, and basic technology questions.

Help Us Make Signs For: Aging In Place 2.0 Rally

Monday, November 11 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Conference Room

No registration required.

Play an important role in raising your voice by helping our center create signs for the Aging in Place rally that is happening on Wednesday, November 13.

Bring your own materials or utilize the materials the center has available.

Age in Place 2.0 Rally 

Wednesday, November 13 | 11:00 AM | Meet Us at City Hall Fountain

If you would like to travel with staff on public transportation, meet in the lobby at 10:30 AM. 

Join your peers and center staff in raising our collective voices to advocate for New York’s aging. Older Adults from all five boroughs will gather on the steps of City Hall and demand that our elected officials provide the needed greater services for all of NYC’s aging! Bring signage and center pride and know your presence will go towards keeping the services we provide up and running.

Healthfirst Presentation

Thursday, November 14 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lounge

No registration required.

Join the Healthfirst presentation and learn about insurance and Medicare benefits. Refreshments will be provided.

Nutrition Workshop: Diabetes and Blood Sugar Management with Nutritionist Tamar 

Tuesday, November 19 | 2:30 – 3:30 PM | Lounge

No registration required.

Join us for an informative workshop designed to help you understand and manage blood sugar levels effectively! This session will focus on nutrition strategies tailored for diabetes management, covering how different foods affect blood sugar, the importance of meal planning, and practical tips for balanced nutrition. Refreshments will be provided.

Group Trip: Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

Wednesday, November 20 | 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Transportation is available, bus departs at 10:30 AM

Ticket Fee: $10

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

Join us for a visit to Wave Hill’s 28 acres, full of sweeping views and lots of open sky. Inviting us to connect to nature, Wavehill’s self-guided Woodland “Soundwalk, How Fragile, We Bloom” is available to all with a smartphone and headphones.

Group Trip: National Museum of the American Indian 

Tuesday, November 26 | 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Transportation is available, bus departs at 10:30 AM

Registration is required. To sign up call us at 646-395-4534, or email sirovich@14streety.org, or visit Yenny at the front desk . Limited space for transportation is available.

November is Native American Heritage Month, a ime to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people in the United States. Accordingly, join the center in visiting New York’s National Museum of the American Indian. Please note this trip is a self-guided tour for each individual. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own lunches.

Thanksgiving Luncheon

Friday, November 22 | 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.

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
Starts Monday, October 14 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Art Studio  
Space will be limited to 8 participants. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, October 2 for both AM and PM Painting Studio sessions. 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.

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
Starts Monday, October 14 | 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
Start Monday, October 21 | 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.

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. 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 Debra at  dmezaros@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 Debra at  dmezaros@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 Debra at  dmezaros@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
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. No registration is required, but please sign in with Sirovich staff at 14Y.

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 Debra at  dmezaros@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 Debra at  dmezaros@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!

Fall Prevention and Balance through Music and Movement with Columbia OT Interns, Amanda and Anjelika
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lounge
No registration required.
The “Music and Movement” program is an 8-session occupational therapy fall prevention and balance program. Each session focuses on a different music genre or era, creating an engaging and age-appropriate experience and includes a themed game, such as Balance Bingo or Name That Tune, to reinforce learning and engagement.

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 Debra at  dmezaros@edalliance.org with any further questions.

ASC: Improv with Robert
Fridays | Last Class 11/22 | 1:15 – 2:10 PM | Auditorium 
No registration required.
This class is open to both new and returning students, with no experience necessary! In this immersive course, participants will learn active listening, quick thinking, and emotional expression through improvisation.

Jewelry Making with Phyliss 
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Lounge
To register, please email sirovich@14streety.org

ASC: Golden Giggles with Robert
Fridays | Last Class | 2:15 – 3:00 PM | Auditorium 
No registration required.
“Golden Giggles” offers a welcoming, supportive environment where participants can express their creativity, improve mental agility, and engage in spontaneous storytelling. Through playful improvisational exercises and games, participants will enhance their communication skills, sharpen their wit, and experience the joy of unscripted comedy. No previous experience is required.

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 Debra Mezaros at dmezaros@edalliance.org.