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Welcome to the Senior Center

The Center provides an exciting social scene for mature adults of all ages and stages. Socialize with old friends, make new ones, and stay physically, intellectually, and socially active at the crossroads of our community.

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Our activity calendar is chock full of cultural and social events. Join discussion groups and sit in on educational seminars. Take off on day trips and enjoy cultural celebrations. Or jump into exercise, dance, and yoga classes. Our members also have access to the Center’s sparkling pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a dedicated older-adults lounge.

Transportation to and from the Center is available for seniors and people with disabilities.

Senior Adult Lounge is now OPEN!

Monday–Thursday, 12:30 to 4 PM

Bring your cards, games, MahJong tiles, and friends.
The Senior Adult Lounge is open to senior adult members.
Masks are required at all times and social distant guidelines will be adhered to.
We look forward to seeing you there!

This Week’s Schedule:

For additional Social Services events and other events, view our Main Calendar.

MONDAY

Chair Yoga with Michelle (In Person Only)
Monday, September 18th, 8:50 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (In Person)
Monday, September 18th, 10 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Israeli Dance with Ora (In Person)
CANCELLED

Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person Only)
Monday, September 18th, 12 – 12:45 PM

At the Center: Pool

TUESDAY

Zumba with Michelle (In Person)
Tuesday, September 19th, 8:20 – 9:10 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (In Person)
Tuesday, September 19th, 8:20 – 9:10 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

The Merry Women: A Widows Support Group
Tuesday, September 19th, 10 AM

At the Center: 4th Floor

Light Conditioning with Mike (In Person)
Tuesday, September 19th, 10:30 – 11:15 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Rock Steady Boxing (In Person Only)
Tuesday, September 19th, 11 AM

For men and women with Parkinson’s disease. No prior boxing experience necessary. The focus is on stretching, strength training, reaction time and balance. Please contact Aldo Oranvil at (718) 258-3300 or [email protected] before attending your first class
At the Center: Room 205

Rock Steading Boxing (Zoom)
Tuesday, September 19th, 12:15 PM

Zoom Code: 83366006163
Password: 622606
Click here to launch Zoom

WEDNESDAY

Tai Chi: Arthritis with Ann (In Person)
Wednesday, September 20th, 9 – 9:50 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Apple Picking at Lee Turkey Farm
Wednesday, September 20th, 9:15 AM

Join us for a 50-minute walking tour to learn about the farm’s history, fruits, vegetables, turkeys, and honeybees. Additionally, each person will harvest their own bag of assorted fruits and vegetables to take home. Please bring a bagged lunch.
Price: $35; Center member price: $28
Register at the front desk with code 12116

Floor Yoga with Marissa (In Person)
Wednesday, September 20th, 10 – 10:45 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Boot Camp with Mike (In Person)
Wednesday, September 20th, 11 AM – 12 PM

At the Center: Room 205

Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person Only)
Wednesday, September 20th, 12 – 12:45 PM

At the Center: Pool

THURSDAY

Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (In Person)
Thursday, September 21st, 9 – 10 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Drum Exercise with Levi (In Person)
Thursday, September 21st, 10 – 11 AM

A fun and easy to learn class that mixes drums and low intensity exercises to build muscle and burn calories.
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Music & Stretch with Levi (In Person)
Thursday, September 21st, 11 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Rock Steading Boxing (Zoom)
Thursday, September 21st, 12:30 PM

Zoom Code: 83366006163
Password: 622606
Click here to launch Zoom

Men’s Club: Lunch & Crafts (In Person)
Thursday, September 21st, 1 PM

Come enjoy lunch with friends, and discover what makes a paper airplane fly longer, farther, and higher while we design our very own paper airplanes.
RSVP with Ashley at (718) 954-3128 or Aimee at (718) 954-3157

FRIDAY

Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (In Person)
Friday, September 22nd, 9 AM

At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge

Senior Membership

Join our Senior Center and gain access to so many different activities, events, and resources. Our Senior Membership includes:

•Access to the Senior Adult Lounge where you can socialize with old friends, make new ones, and play cards, Mahjong, backgammon, or chess

•15 Senior Exercise Classes each week

•Discussion groups, film showings, and seminars on health related topics

•Special member discounts for day trips and overnight excursions

•Birthday parties and holiday celebrations

•Attend classes such as Light Cardio & Pilates, Chair Yoga, Gentle Floor Yoga, Drum Exercise, Israeli Dance, Zumba, Chair Exercises, Conditioning, Boot Camp, and Women’s Water Aerobics.

Watch for flyers with details and schedule.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Annual Membership:
Individual: $22/month
Couple: $40/month

• You must be 65 years or older.

• Provide proof of age and a written doctor’s note stating your ability and/or restriction to exercise, swim, travel, and participate in Center activities.

To use the swimming pool, there is a one-time only Building Fund required:
Individual: $600
Couple: $800

Transportation

As available, the Center’s handicapped accessible mini-bus may pick up older adults to bring them to and from Center programs and their homes. Our route is between Foster Ave and Ave Z, and between McDonald Ave and Ocean Ave.

Please click below to fill out the bus application.

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For schedule information and to make a reservation on a first-come -frst-serve basis, please call in advance: 718-627-4300.

Ari Musoev

Bus Driver

Senior Lounge

Our Senior Adult Lounge is located on the first floor and is a place where our Senior Adults can socialize, relax, and play games.

We have card games, Mahjong, backgammon, and chess available for use.

Master Artisans

Our Master Artisans program is focused on being creative, getting hands-on, and learning something new.

We explore different creative outlets such as painting, drawing, baking and more. You do not need to have any previous knowledge or skills for these classes. Classes are structured in order to be engaging and fun for all experience levels.

For more information, contact Ashley Rosen: 718-954-3128

Social Services Programs: Social Groups

Our Social Services department offers special clubs for Seniors to socialize, spend time together, and create friendships. We are currently running the following social clubs:

Men’s Club
Brain Works
The Merry Women Widows Support Group
New Beginnings for Widows

Click here to visit the Social Services: Social Clubs page to learn mo re!

Event Cancellation Policy

Participants may cancel their registration without penalty up until seven (7) days prior to the event or trip. Cancellations received less than seven (7) days before an event or trip will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations received the day before, the day of, or after an event or trip will not be eligible for a refund or credit.

Contact

For more information, about our Senior Center, contact Ashley Rosen at 718-954-3128 or Aimee Mishaan at (718) 954-3157.

Ashley Rosen

Director of Senior Center / Fitness Center Supervisor

Growing up, Ashley’s grandparents were very much a part of her daily life, even until their last days at the ages of 94 and 95 years old. In fact, she…

Aimee Mishaan

Senior Adult Department Supervisor

Before coming to the Senior Adult Department Aimee was the Director of Early Childhood Administration. “My passion for children is endless and to see them every day and watch them…