Featured Classes and Events

We hope you’re doing well and had a joyful week. Read on to discover upcoming featured programming at CBN.

To view a full list of all of the programming available at our Carter Burden Network Older Adult Centers, please click here to view our monthly activity calendars.

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

351 E. 74th St. (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)

New York, NY 10021

Exploring Smartphone Apps Sessions

Join us at Carter Burden Luncheon Club in collaboration with the NYC Department of Aging for a 10-session series to learn helpful apps, smartphone tips, and everyday tech skills in a fun and supportive workshop. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to feel confident using their phone.


Every Monday & Wednesday Starting May 18th 1:30pm-2:45pm

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Chess with Coach Tim

Join us at Carter Burden Luncheon Club for a weekly chess session with the fantastic Coach Tim. All skill levels welcome, whether you are a beginner or seasoned player, it is a great way to keep your mind active and meet fellow chess enthusiasts!


Tuesdays, 11:00am

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Social Service Unit

Join us at Carter Burden Luncheon Club for weekly sessions with our Social Service Unit. Get your questions answered and navigate your benefits with social services.


Every Tuesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Learn Spanish with Carlos

Join us at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club for free Spanish lessons! Learning Spanish is a great way to connect with others and keep your mind active.


Every Wednesday, 11:00am

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Talent is Timeless

Join us at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club in collaboration with the NYC Department for the Aging for Talent is Timeless, an exciting celebration of creativity, energy, and talent at every age! Come enjoy a lively afternoon filled with inspiring performances, great company, and plenty of joy!


Sign up by Wednesday, June 10th

Enjoy the show on Friday, June 12th

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Blood Pressure Screening

Join us at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club for a quick, easy and an important step toward staying healthy.


Every Thursday 10:30am-12:00pm

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Movie: Bye Bye Birdie

Join us at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club for a fun and entertaining screening of Bye Bye Birdie. Enjoy a lively afternoon of music, laughter, and classic film with friends!


Thursday, June 11th 1:15pm

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Ballet Performance

Join us at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club for an elegant ballet performance filled with grace, beauty, and inspiring movement. Enjoy a delightful afternoon of culture and artistry with friends!


Friday, June 12th 11:30am

Carter Burden Luncheon Club

Covello Older Adult Center

312 E 109th St. (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)

New York, NY 10029

Creative Stitching at Covello

Join us for a creative stitching class at Covello Older Adult Center with Diane. Learn, create and connect. One stitch at a time!


Easy Quilts - Monday 10:00am-12:00pm & Thursday 1:00pm-4:00pm

Hand Embroidery - Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm

Open Quilt - Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

Nutrition Class

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a nutrition class and discover practical ways to build healthier habits in your daily life. Learn about balanced meals and simple tips to support your overall health.


Tuesday, June 9th 11:00am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

2nd Floor

Sewing Class: Relaxing Through Mindful Stitching

Join us at Covello Older Adult Center for Relaxing Through Mindful Stitching, a creative workshop focused on the art of embroidery. Discover how sewing can help reduce stress and boost creativity in a calm, supportive setting perfect for all skill levels.


Every Tuesday 1:00pm-3:30pm

Covello Older Adult Center

3rd Floor

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a fun trip to Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet. Enjoy a delicious meal, great company, and a relaxing day out!


The bus will depart at 11 AM and drop off at 2:00 PM. There is a $2 bus fee.


Wednesday, June 10th 11:00am-2:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

NYC Connect Clinics

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for the NYC Connect Clinics. Connect with helpful resources, information, and support services in a welcoming and friendly setting.


Thursday, June 11th 11:00am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

 Presentation: The Damage Caused by Prolonged Stress

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for an engaging and informative presentation on the effects of prolonged stress. Learn how stress impacts the body and mind, along with helpful strategies for managing and reducing it.


Friday, June 12th 11:30am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

2nd Floor Dining Hall

Sewing Class: Crazy Quilted Memories

Join us at Covello Older Adult Center for exciting Crazy Quilted Memories, a fun workshop where you will create a unique quilt using fabrics and embroidery. No experience needed, just creativity and stories to share!


Every Friday 1:00pm-3:30pm

Covello Older Adult Center

3rd Floor

Funder Spotlight: Ponce De Leon Foundation

We are grateful for grant support from the Ponce De Leon Foundation for our Leonard Covello Older Adult Center and Lehman Village Older Adult Center in East Harlem. This funding helps us continue to provide and improve vital programs, services, and a welcoming community for the older adults we serve. 

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

641 Madison Avenue (at 109th Street)

New York, NY 10029

 Presentation: Arthritis Pain Management

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center in collaboration with Ryan Health for an informative presentation on arthritis pain management. Learn practical tips and strategies to help reduce discomfort and improve daily living.


Monday, June 8th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

546 Main St.

New York, NY 10044

Liz Krueger Presents: E- Waste Drop-Off & Disposal Collection

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center, in collaboration with the Office of New York State Senator Liz Krueger, for an E-Waste Drop-off and Disposal Collection. Safely dispose of unwanted electronics and help protect the environment by recycling your e-waste responsibly.


Saturday, June 6th 10:00am-2:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Jewels with Judy

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center and craft your own wearable jewelry and small sculptures using mixed metals, glass, resin and various other materials. It's all about experimenting, designing, and having fun.


Monday, June 8th 1:00pm-3:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Walmart Trip

Join us for a group trip to Walmart from the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center. It's a great chance to pick up groceries, household items, and more.


Bus will depart at 10 AM and return at 2:30 PM. There is a $5 bus fee. To attend, please sign up with Nancy.


Tuesday, June 9th 10:00am-2:30pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Medrite Workshop

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for an informative Medrite workshop. Learn about available urgent care services, health resources, and how to access care when you need it most.


Tuesday, June 9th 11:00am

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Tech Topics

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for exciting tech topics each week. During June, we will discuss scams that have made the news and learn how to stay safe online.


Every Wednesday 11:00am

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Roosevelt Island Senior Choir

Come join us at Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for a joyful music experience and celebrate the power of song and community.


Come sing along, share your voice, and be part of a heartwarming performance that brings everyone together!


Every Thursday, Starting March 5th 12:30pm-1:45pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

NY County District Attorney's Office: Elder Abuse Presentation

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for an important presentation from the NY County District Attorney's Office on elder abuse. Learn how to recognize, prevent, and report abuse, and explore available resources for support and protection.


Thursday, June 11th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

The Buena Vista Social Club Tribute

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for the Buena Vista Social Club Tribute Band. An afternoon full of vibrant rhythms and unforgettable melodies awaits.


Thursday, June 11th 2:00pm-3:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Presentation: MTA x OMNY

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center with the Office of Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright for a presentation featuring step-by-step guidance on fares, card, and travel tips!


Friday, June 12th 11:00am

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

June Movie: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for a special screening of this heartfelt film as we gather together for a relaxing and engaging movie experience. Bring a friend, sit back, and enjoy the movie!


Friday, June 12th 1:30pm-3:30pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Community Events

Afrikana Food Pantry

Join our community partners Afrikana Food Pantry to access fresh, nutritious foods that support your health and wellness. We are here to nourish our community with wholesome options and caring support every step of the way.


Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm

Fridays 1:00pm-4:00pm

Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm-3:00pm

PS007 Samuel Stern School

160 East 120th Street, New York 10035

(119th Entrance between Lexington & 3rd Ave)

Housing Help in East Harlem

Join our community partners East Harlem Community Partnership and Sinergia to get guidance on housing resources, tenants' rights and assistance programs available in your area. Stop by and get connected with the resources you need to feel secure at home!


East Harlem Community Partnership

71 East 111th Street, 2nd Floor New York 10029

Harlem Elder Abuse Awareness Resource Fair

Join our community partners at the Harlem Elder Abuse Awareness Resource Fair and connect with community organizations dedicated to supporting and protecting older adults. Come learn about valuable resources, services, and information while engaging with our community partners committed to elder safety and well-being.


Thursday, June 18th 11:00am-3:00pm

Harlem State Office Building Plaza

163 W. 125th St.

Health & Wellness

Stay Safe in the Heat!

Join our community partners, the NYC Department for the Aging, to share an important reminder to stay safe during extreme heat. Please take precautions to stay cool, hydrated, and protected during hot weather.

Information and Announcements

Jewelry Scam

The NYPD has issued a warning about a new jewelry scam targeting older adults. Please beware of individuals approaching you, likely from a vehicle, and asking for cash, to pray with you, or say they're celebrating a birthday. They may try to swap your real jewelry with fake jewelry. Stay safe and report any suspicious incident to NYPD even if they didn't take anything.

How to Protect Your EBT Benefits

This fact sheet provides information about protecting your EBT Benefits. If you suspect you have been a victim of fraud, you can reach out to our Community Elder Mistreatment and Abuse Prevention Program.

Social Services at CBN

Social Services at Carter Burden Network

Social Services is a fundamental part of what the Carter Burden Network offers. Our delivery of social services means connecting you to resources by drawing upon our understanding of how benefits work, and how to make them work for you. CBN offers assistance to help address your concerns individually, confidentially and effectively. 


Our Social Service Unit helps with issues that include government benefits, transitional healthcare, advocacy and referrals for meals, older adult center programming, caregiver support services and much more. CBN’s Elder Mistreatment & Abuse Prevention Program helps ensure that you can live with the confidence and protection you deserve.

 

To see if you are eligible for our services, please call the number below that matches your location:

 

Upper East Side

Social Service Unit

57th to 96th Street, Fifth Avenue to the East River

212-879-7400 x310

 

Roosevelt Island

RIOAC Social Service Unit

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center members

212-980-1888

 

East Harlem

Covello OAC’s Social Service Unit

East Harlem Covello Older Adult Center and Lehman Village Older Adult Center members

212-423-9665

 

Community Elder Mistreatment and Abuse Prevention Program

Manhattan

917-409-1261

Virtual Carter Burden Network

Recurring Classes

Virtual Program Updates

There are no updates at this time.

Chinese Painting with Jade

 Every Tuesday from 1pm- 3pm


Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 932 8899 0755

Passcode: CHINESEART

Mixed Media Class with Liz

 Every Wednesday from 1pm - 4:00pm


Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 835 3212 6690

Passcode: 943010

Quilting with Diane

 Every Thursday from 10:30am- 12:30pm


Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 811 5108 7753

Password: 551632

Virtual Programs and Resources from our Community Partners

Chess for Seniors - Chess for Seniors offers free online chess classes at various skill levels for older adults. Learn more and register for classes at https://www.chessforseniors.org/classes


MoMath’s Online “Senior Sessions” - Experience math like never before—all from the comfort of home! The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) offers virtual “Senior Sessions,” engaging online programs filled with interactive puzzles and fascinating demos, perfect for older adults of all skill levels. Join in for a fun, social, and thought-provoking math adventure. Learn more or sign up at  https://momath.org/senior-sessions/.


Virtual Support Group for Adults with Hearing Loss - This support group by the Center for Hearing and Communication is designed to provide a community where hard of hearing adults can make connections, share experiences, and learn helpful tips. To learn more or register please email or call Carolyn Stern cgstern@chhearing.org or 917-305-7812

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