July 2022
Dear Community Members,

Happy Independence Day! 
 
Join us in July! We have special events, trips, and music to keep your schedule full this summer. Our monthly Health Discussion with Nurse Ji will teach us how to give our hands an acupressure self-massage Tuesday, July 12. Our first field trip of the season will take us to Union Square Greenmarket Wednesday, July 13; read below to find out about the special giveaway for members who take the trip. Our friends at Third Street Music School Settlement return for their youth concert series featuring original compositions on the piano Friday, July 29. In addition, we have a number of returning programs this month back by popular demand. We look forward to seeing you here! 
 
Warmly, 
Older Adult Programs Staff at Sirovich Center for Balanced Living 
We are closed July 4 for Independence Day. All programs will resume July 5.

For Virtual Programs 
Members will be allowed to enter class for up to 5-minutes after start time.

For In Person Programs
Please remember to wear a well-fitted mask while inside the Sirovich Center, and to please complete the health screening the day of your scheduled class or event. Please do not arrive more than 15 minutes before your activities.
Want to stay updated for special events, announcements and giveaways?
Meals
Important Grab and Go Update
In accordance with updated NYC DFTA guidance, we are going to be phasing out the Grab-and-Go meal program and reinstating Indoor Breakfast on July 18.

In Person Breakfast
Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Starts July 18
Tickets available for purchase 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM on the 2nd floor. Dining room opens at 8:30 AM. Members have to exit the dining room at 10:30 AM. Thank you for your cooperation.

New In Person Lunch Schedule Starting July 18
Monday – Friday | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Tickets available for purchase 11:30 AM – 12:55 PM on the 2nd floor. Dining room opens at 11:30 AM. Members have to exit the dining room at 1:30 PM. Thank you for your cooperation.

July Pantry
Wednesday, July 6 | 1:45 PM – 4:00 PM
Pantry is full. Sign up for the upcoming August pantry by emailing Oasinfo@edalliance.org

Upcoming August Pantry
Wednesday, August 3 | 1:45 PM – 4:00 PM
Email Oasinfo@edalliance.org to sign up.

Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch
Monday – Friday | 1:15 PM 1:45 PM
Last Grab and Go July 15

New Time and Day!
Zumba Gold® with Deekee Gaerlan | Virtual (Exercise)
Tuesdays | 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Social Worker Meet and Greet with Dana | In Person (Health and Wellness)
Tuesdays | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Interested? Just drop in! To connect with Dana directly, email DLy@edalliance.org

Yoga with Dianne Galliano AKA Rashmi | Virtual (Exercise)
Wednesdays | 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Every Wednesday, July 6 – August 13
Whether live or virtual, in a chair, or on a mat, Yoga cultivates resilience by balancing effort with ease through gentle yoga postures, relaxation, breathing techniques, and meditation. There is a 5-minute grace period to enter this class. Please enter on-time.

Open Swim Pool Time at the 14Y | In Person (Exercise)
Fridays | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 14Y Pool
Starts July 1
Come and enjoy open swim at 14Y pool.
Must be a member of the Sirovich Center to register. To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Class Extended
Intermediate Fall Stop…Move Strong with Celeste | In Person (Exercise)
Tuesday | 10:30 AM 11:30 AM | Auditorium
Last Class July 12
For class participants who have already taken the Introductory level class. To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

For more information on the class, please visit us. 

Introductory Fall Stop…Move Strong with Celeste | In Person (Exercise)
Friday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Auditorium
Last Class July 15
To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org

For more information on the class, please visit us. 
Pop Up Events
Health Discussion with Nurse Ji | In Person (Education)
Tuesday | 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM | 1st Floor Lounge
July 12
Join Nurse Ji for a self-hand acupressure massage. Based on reflexology, we will explore acupressure on our hands and how we can relieve some of the symptoms with easy activities. No registration needed, just drop in.
Union Square Greenmarket Field Trip | In Person (Nutrition)
Wednesday | 10:00 AM | Meet out front of Sirovich at 9:30 AM
July 13
Tour will include an overview of the Greenmarket network, a visit to the Information Tent with a look at what benefits can be used in the markets and how to use them (SNAP/EBT, Farmers Market Nutrition Program, Health Bucks, Healthfirst OTC). We will then walk through the market, exploring what is in season and speaking with farmers. Throughout the tour, we'll discuss healthy eating. Each attendee will receive $6 in Greenmarket Bucks and/or Health Bucks, while supplies last. Space is limited.
Email OASinfo@edalliance.org to register.
Third Street Music School Settlement Concert | In Person (Performing Arts)
Friday | 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Auditorium 
July 29
Students from the Third Street Music School's summer piano ensemble workshop will offer a whimsical program featuring piano music for 8-hands, including some of their own compositions!

To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org or just drop in!
New In Person Classes Starting in July
Social Worker Meet and Greet with Dana | In Person (Health Management) 
Tuesdays | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Starts July 6
Need help with an application? Looking for some support? Join Dana Ly, Sirovich Social Worker, in our 1st Floor Lounge. Learn about how a social worker can help you. Dana will share about the services offered free of charge at Sirovich Center such as supportive counseling, housing services, referrals, benefits/services, and more! Light refreshments will be served.

Interested? Just drop in! To connect with Dana directly, email DLy@edalliance.org.
Brain Games with Dana | In Person (Education, Recreational)
Wednesdays | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Starts July 6
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. To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org or drop in! Limited to 15 members.
Knitting Club with Schekira | In Person (Arts)
Wednesday |12:45 PM – 1:45 PM | 1st Floor Lounge
Starts July 6
We are bringing back the Knitting Club to Sirovich! Come in and unwind and knit or crochet. You can bring your own projects, practice techniques, or share your trade secrets! To register email SWilson@edalliance.org or just drop in!
Zumba with Fiorela | In Person (Exercise)
Thursdays | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Auditorium 
Starts July 7
Groove to new Zumba routines with our new instructor, Fiorela! To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Open Studio with Emilie and Kamyla | In Person (Arts)
Thursdays | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | 3rd Floor Painting Studio
Starts July 7
The painting studio is open for members to come in and enjoy painting. To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Tap Dance with Demetra | In Person (Exercise)
Thursdays | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Auditorium
Starts July 7 – August 11 
Come TAP it out with US! Start with articulation and technique, go through some movement patterns, and work on putting together a routine. Class will include multiple tempos, different directions, and some core focused work. The Sirovich Auditorium is an excellent surface for tap dancing. Adults of all ages and levels welcome. Sneakers or tap shoes welcome.

To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Open Swim at the 14Y | In Person (Exercise)
Fridays | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 14 Y Pool
Starts July 1
Beat the summer heat and dip into the pool at the 14Y! You can practice your swimming techniques, swim laps for exercise or just cool off!
Please register by emailing SWiilson@edalliance.org

To enter the 14Y, guests must provide proof of vaccination and the Sirovich membership card. Masks are optional throughout the 14Y.
Cooking Live with DFTA
Cooking Live with DFTA : Sunshine Salad Virtual
Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 20
Who said healthy cooking can't be tasty? Join our nutritionists to learn how to prepare nutritious and delicious recipes!

We'll be learning how to prepare a delicious treat: Sunshine Salad

Please email SWilson@edalliance.org for the zoom link to attend the class.
Visit Nurse Ji
Blood Pressure Monitoring | In Person (Health Management)
Tuesdays| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 2nd Floor Dining Room
Health Consultations with Nurse Ji | In Person (Health Management)
Tuesdays | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Mezzanine
Join Nurse Ji after lunch to find out strategies and guidance on asking the right questions for different purposes of visits. Please email OASinfo@edalliance.org or your social worker to schedule your consultation. 
Health and Wellness
Fitness Group at the 14Y with Caroline | In Person (Exercise)
Mondays | 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 14Y Fitness Center
No Class July 4
Thursdays | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 14Y Fitness Center
Are you interested in using the fitness center at the 14th Street Y? Join a fitness professional at the 14Y for an orientation in using the equipment as well as time to workout.

Please note: This is a small group class.

To enter the 14Y, guests must provide proof of vaccination and the Sirovich membership card. Masks are optional throughout the 14Y.
 
Interested? Feel free to email SWilson@edalliance.org with the day and time block you are interested in.
Dance with The Pacemakers | In Person (Exercise)
Mondays | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Auditorium  
No class July 4, Last Class July 25
Are you ready to dance into the summer? Let's get pumped with The Pacemakers, New York's groovy senior-citizens dance team! They will teach you real choreography to vintage dance hits. You'll work up a sweat and exercise your brain at the same time! 

To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Arts and Culture
Mosaic Tiles with Alexandra | In Person (Arts)
Mondays | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Design and craft your own mosaic tile using multi-media materials.
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org
Creative Writing Workshop with Rhonda | In Person (Education)
Tuesdays | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 2nd Floor Small Dining Room
Last class July 26
In this workshop, participants will write in response to prompts and share their work in a fun, supportive environment. Through group discussion, writers will find ways to frame their stories, try different forms, discover their voices and craft engaging narratives. Writers of all skill levels are welcome. Limited to 10. To register, email OASinfo@edalliance.org 
Ceramics
We heard your requests, and will be introducing extended term cycles! Take a look at the Term schedule below and what spaces are still available: 

2022 – 2023 | TERM SCHEDULE 
Summer: July 18 – Sept. 30
Mondays with Nick 
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
Tuesdays with Sherman 
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM  
Session 2: 1:30 – 4:30 PM  (Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
Thursdays with Sherman 
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM  
Session 2: 1:30 – 4:30 PM  (Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
Fridays with Nick 
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Class is full.
Session 2: 1:30 – 4:30 PM  - Class is full.

If you are interested in signing up for the Summer term please email SWilson@edalliance.org for more information.

Please note: To register for the Ceramics class you have to complete the Beginners Ceramics session. Stay tune for our beginners class.
Get a Ticket!
American Symphony Orchestra | In Person (Performing Arts)
Friday | 8:00 PM | Carnegie Hall
July 15 
The U.S. Premiere of Sergei Taneyev’s final work, At the Reading of a Psalm. Conceived as a statement of Russian Orthodox faith at the onset of WWI, this large-scale cantata for full orchestra, double chorus, and vocal soloists showcases Taneyev’s contrapuntal mastery. This performance is being presented in collaboration with the Bard Music Festival and its 32nd season, Rachmaninoff and His World.

Tickets are on sale for $2 (cash only). To purchase a ticket visit Yenny at the Sirovich Front Desk.

Please Note: Tickets are first come, first serve and members can reserve a ticket for one guest only.
MONDAYS
In Person Classes
Mosaic Tiles with Alexandra (Arts) | 1st Floor Lounge
Session 1 | 9:30 AM – 10:25 AM
Session 2 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
No Class July 4
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Ceramic Session 1 with Nick (Education) 
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
(Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
To register email SWilson@edalliance.org. If you have not taken a beginner's class with us, you will be added to our beginner's class waitlist.

Dance with The Pacemakers (Exercise)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Auditorium  
No Class July 4, Last class July 25

Jazz Line Dance with Bernard (Exercise)
2:30 PM 3:30 PM | Auditorium 
No Class July 4
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Fitness Group with Caroline (Exercise)
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 14Y Fitness Center
No Class July 4
Interested? Feel free to email SWilson@edalliance.org for more information and to sign up. You will receive confirmation email to verify your registration.

Virtual Classes
Strength & Balance with Rob Hofman (Exercise)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 
No Class July 4

Circle Group with Sarie Teichman (Education)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 
No Class July 4
This group focuses on exploring healthy and creative aging by building relationships and support.
Class is full. Email sarieteichman@gmail.com to be put on the list for future classes.
TUESDAYS
In Person Classes
Tai Chi Class with Annie (Exercise)
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Auditorium
No Class July 5
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman (Education)
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
To register email SWilson@edalliance.org. If you have not taken a beginner's class with us, you will be added to our beginner's class waitlist.

Intermediate Fall Stop…Move Strong with Celeste (Exercise)
10:30 AM 11:30 AM | Auditorium
Last Class July 12
For class participants who have already taken the Introductory level class. To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org
For more information on the class, please visit us. 

Social Worker Meet and Greet with Dana (Health and Wellness)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Interested? Just drop in! To connect with Dana directly, email DLy@edalliance.org.

Blood Pressure Monitoring with Nurse Ji (Health Management)
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 2nd Floor Dining Room

Empowerment Group with Andrea  (Education)
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM | 1st Floor Conference Room
On Pause

Health Consultations with Nurse Ji (Health Management)
1:00 PM 4:00 PM | Mezzanine
Please email OASinfo@edalliance.org to schedule your consultation.

Memoirs with Rhonda (Arts)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 2nd Floor Small Dining Room
Last class July 26
Writers of all skill levels are welcome. Limited to 10. To register, email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Chinese Dance Group Sessions 1 and 2 (Exercise)
1:00 PM 4:00 PM | Auditorium
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman (Education)
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
(Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
To register for the email SWilson@edalliance.org Hand Building workstation available only. If you have not taken a beginner's class with us, you will be added to our beginner's class waitlist.

Virtual Classes
Tai Chi with Roberto (Exercise)
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Zumba Gold® with Deekee Gaerlan (Exercise)
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
New Time and Day, Starts July 5

Yoga for Bone Health with Chintamani Kansas "C" (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Body Smart-Feldenkrais with Andrew Carter (Exercise)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
To join Please email Andrew about your interest in attending this class.
WEDNESDAYS
In Person Classes
Brain Games with Dana (Education, Recreational)
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | 1st Floor Lounge
Starts July 6
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org or drop in! Limited to 15 members.

Zumba with Jose (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Auditorium
Class is full. To register for the waitlist email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Knitting Club with Schekira (Arts)
12:45 PM – 1:45 PM | 1st Floor Lounge
Starts July 6
To register email SWilson@edalliance.org or just drop in!

Smart Tablet Q & A with Rebecca (Technology)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM  | 1st Floor Lounge
For new and beginner smart tablet users. No registration needed. Just drop in.

Virtual Classes
Pilates Mat with Gail (Exercise)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Allyson will be subbing on 7/6

Chinese Traditional Dance with Jiao Li (Exercise)
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM

Folk Dance with Jaki Soreff (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Chair Fit with Andrew Carter (Exercise)
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
To join Please email Andrew about your interest in this class.

Yoga with Dianne Galliano AKA Rashmi (Exercise)
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Every Wednesday, July 6 – August 13
Whether live or virtual, in a chair, or on a mat, Yoga cultivates resilience by balancing effort with ease through gentle yoga postures, relaxation, breathing techniques, and meditation. There is a 5-minute grace period to enter this class. Please enter on-time.

Opera Appreciation with Simón Saad (Education)
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
On the 2nd & 4th weeks of each month, community partner Ansonia Music Outreach leads music-drenched and visually stimulating multi-media workshops in appreciation of opera and the arts.
To join: Please email AMO at voxoperae@ansoniamusic.org, they will provide login information to join the Zoom. Students without computers or smartphone/tablet ZOOM apps can call in to workshops. 
AMO leads several virtual classes for NYC community centers that are open to all older adults! Email them here to learn more about AMO’s class offering
THURSDAYS
In Person Classes
Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman (Education)
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
To register email SWilson@edalliance.org. If you have not taken a beginner's class with us, you will be added to our beginner's class waitlist.

Zumba with Fiorela (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Auditorium 
Starts July 7
To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Fitness Group with Caroline (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 14Y Fitness Center
Interested? Feel free to email SWilson@edalliance.org for more information and to sign up. You will receive confirmation email to verify your registration.

Asian Choral Group (Arts)
Session 1 - 1:15 PM – 2:25 PM l Auditorium
Session 2 - 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM l 2nd FL, Small Dining Room
Class is currently full.

Game Time with Andrea (Education and Recreation)
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | 2nd Floor Small Dining Room
Resuming July 14

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman (Education)
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
(Only Hand Building Work Station Still Available)
To register email SWilson@edalliance.org. If you have not taken a beginner's class with us, you will be added to our beginner's class waitlist.

Open Studio with Kamyla and Emilie (Arts)
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | 3rd Floor Painting Studio
Starts July 7
The painting studio is open for members to come in and enjoy painting. To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Tap Dance with Demetra (Exercise)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 1st Floor Mezzanine
July 7 – August 11 
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Virtual Classes
Balance 101 with Demetra (Exercise)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
FRIDAYS
In Person Classes & Hybrid Classes 
Tai Chi Class with Annie (Exercise)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM l Auditorium
No Class July 8
To register email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Ceramic Session 1 with Nick (Education) 
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
Class is Full.

Technology Classes with Sonia (Technology) 
11:00 AM – 1:00pm | 1st Floor Lounge 
Class Schedule:
Smart Tablet Q&A |11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Computer Q&A |12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Introductory Fall Stop…Move Strong with Celeste (Exercise)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Auditorium
Last Class July 15
To register please email OASinfo@edalliance.org

Ceramic Session 2 with Nick (Education) 
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 3rd Floor Ceramic Studio
Starts July 18 – September 30
Class is Full.

Alliance Stage Company: Expressive Arts with Cory (Arts)
1:30PM – 2:10 PM | Auditorium
To join, Please email the instructor for more information at Cmherman@edalliance.org

Alliance Stage Company: Sirovich Senior Theater with Cory (Arts)
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | Auditorium
To join, Please email the instructor for more information at Cmherman@edalliance.org

Open Swim at the 14Y (Exercise)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 14Y Pool
Starts July 1
Come and enjoy open swim at 14Y pool.
Must be a member of the Sirovich Center to register. To register please email SWilson@edalliance.org

Sirovich Vocal Ensemble (Sing - Along) (Arts) 
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Auditorium
Meeting ID: 729 2748 8436
Password: 1234567 
To join by phone, call: 1(646) 558-8656 | Meeting ID: 729 2748 8436# | Password: 1234567#  

Virtual Classes
Feldenkrais with Margot Townsend (Exercise)
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
With the Feldenkrais method of gentle, guided lessons, we explore ways to improve flexibility and coordination as well as rediscover the ability to be graceful and efficient in everyday movement.
FreeConferenceCall, DIAL IN #: 1(425) 436-6331
ACCESS CODE: 596289#


Zumba Gold® with Deekee Gaerlan (Exercise)
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Last Class July 1, Class Moved to Tuesdays Afterwards

331 EAST 12TH STREET
NEW YORK, NY 10003
(646) 395-4534

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