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.

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

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

New York, NY 10021

Senior Advisory Council Meeting

Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for our Senior Advisory Council Meeting! Connect with fellow community members, share ideas, and help shape meaningful opportunities and initiatives for older adults in our community.

Monday, October 26th 1:30pm

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Social Service Unit

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

Every Tuesday and Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Chess with Coach Tim

Join us at the Bill Dionne 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

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Bingo!

Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for an exciting bingo game filled with fun. Come play, win, and enjoy a great time with friends!

Tuesday, October 27th 1:30pm

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Learn Spanish with Carlos

Join us at the Bill Dionne 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

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Comedy Show

Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for an afternoon of laughter and good vibes. Enjoy a hilarious comedy show and get the nonstop entertainment that you don't want to miss!

Thursday, October 29th 1:30pm

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Blood Pressure Screening

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

Every Friday 10:30am

The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club

Halloween Dance & Costume Party

Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for our Halloween Dance & Costume Party! Enjoy a festive afternoon filled with music, dancing, fun, and Halloween spirit. Wear your favorite costume and celebrate with friends and have a spooktacular time! 

Friday, October 30th 2:00pm

The Bill Dionne 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

Blood Pressure Screenings

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a quick, easy, and important step toward staying healthy.

Every Monday 10:30am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

2nd Floor

Presentation: Health Information on the Web

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a special presentation in collaboration with the Hospital for Special Surgery! Learn how to find reliable health information online, navigate trusted resources, and make informed decisions about your health.

Tuesday, October 27th 10:30am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

4th Floor Library

Massage by Clarrisa

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a relaxing massage session with Clarrisa! Take some time for yourself, unwind, and enjoy a moment of relaxation and self-care. 

Tuesday, October 27th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

Covello Game Day

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for Covello Game Day! Enjoy a fun-filled time playing games, connecting with friends, and sharing plenty of laughs. Come ready for friendly competition and a great time with our community!

Wednesday, October 28th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

1st Floor

New Gym Class with Akeem

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a fun and engaging new gym class with Akeem! Get moving, stay active, and enjoy a great workout in a welcoming environment.

Every Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

4th Floor Gym

Presentation: Conserving Energy

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for an informative presentation in collaboration with Columbia University Irving Medical Center! Learn practical ways to conserve energy, manage fatigue, and make cooking easier and less tiring in your daily routine. 

Friday, October 30th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

4th Floor Library

Halloween Party

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for a spooktacular Halloween Party! Enjoy a festive celebration filled with Halloween fun, laughter, and great company. Come celebrate with friends and embrace the Halloween spirit! 

Friday, October 30th 2:00pm-3:45pm

Covello Older Adult Center

1st Floor

New Session: Make a Crazy Quilt

Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for Make a Crazy Quilt, a fun workshop where you will create a unique quilt using fabric and embroidery. No experience is needed, just creativity and stories to share!

Every Friday 1:00pm

Covello Older Adult Center

3rd Floor Mixed Media Studio

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

Halloween Movie Special

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a special Halloween movie screening! Enjoy a fun and festive movie experience filled with Halloween spirit, great company, and plenty of spooky entertainment.

Monday, October 26th 1:00pm-3:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Fall Beading/Jewelry Making Workshop

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a fun and creative workshop. Get crafty, make beautiful jewelry, and enjoy a wonderful time with friends and your community.

Tuesday, October 27th 11:00am-12:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Chair Exercise

Come join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a fun and gentle chair exercise class. Stay active, improve your strength and flexibility, and enjoy being part of a welcoming environment.

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

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Leisure Exploration

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for an engaging Occupational Therapy Group. Learn practical strategies to support your daily activities, crafts, mobility, and overall well-being in a welcoming environment.

Every Wednesday 11:00am

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Walking Club

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a refreshing walk to

Central Park! Enjoy the fresh air, beautiful surroundings, and good company.

Wednesday, October 28th 2:00pm-3:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Karaoke!

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a fun afternoon of karaoke and take your turn in the spotlight. Share your voice and enjoy a lively time with friends and community.

Thursday, October 29th 1:00pm-3:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Computer Class with Robert

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a fun and informative computer class with Robert. Learn useful computer skills, gain confidence with technology, and get answers to your questions in a friendly environment.



Every Thursday 1:00pm-1:45pm (Tech Topics) and 2:00pm-4:00pm (Tech Help)

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Making Art Work with Alex

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a creative and engaging art session with Alex. Explore your creativity, try new techniques, and enjoy making art in a fun and welcoming environment.

Every Friday 10:00am-12:00pm (Collage) and 1:00pm-4:00pm (Drawing)

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Spooktacular Halloween & Birthday Party

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a Spooktacular Halloween and Birthday Party! Celebrate with festive Halloween fun, birthday cheer, and great company.

Friday, October 30th 1:00pm-3:00pm

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Hunter Students' Presentation: Arthritis Management and Joint Protection

Join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for an informative presentation led by Hunter students. Learn helpful tips for managing arthritis, protecting your joints, and maintaining mobility to support your health and everyday activities.

Friday, October 30th

Lehman Village Older Adult Center

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

546 Main St.

New York, NY 10044

Blood Pressure Screening

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for a quick, easy blood pressure screening and take an important step toward staying healthy.

Every Monday and Tuesday 10:00am-1:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Hunter Nursing Students' Presentation:

Medication Safety

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for an informative presentation led by Hunter Nursing Students. Learn essential tips for medication safety, including how to take medications correctly, understand potential risks, and manage your medications with confidence.

Every Tuesday 11:30am-12:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Standing Pilates

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for Standing Pilates! Enjoy a gentle, low-impact workout designed to improve balance, flexibility, strength, and mobility. Stay active, feel great, and have fun while moving at your own pace!

Every Tuesday, 12:30pm-1:30pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Constituent Hours with Audrey Tannen from Liz Krueger's Office

Join us at the Roosevelt Older Adult Center for constituent hours. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and get answers to questions about state-related matters.

Wednesday, October 28th 10:30am-12:30pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Tech Topics

Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for exciting tech topics each week. During October, 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

Occupational Therapy Workshop

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center in collaboration with Columbia University for an engaging Occupational Therapy Workshop. This session, part of our workshop series, explores musicals through activities designed to support engagement, memory, and overall well-being.



Wednesday, October 28th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Amazin' Mets Foundation Senior Smiles: Mask Painting Event

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for a fun Mask Painting Event in collaboration with the Amazin’ Mets Foundation Senior Smiles! Get creative, explore your artistic side, and enjoy a wonderful time connecting with others through art. 



Wednesday, October 28th 2:00pm-3:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Medicare Assistance

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for Medicare Assistance! Get help understanding your Medicare options, navigating coverage, and finding answers to your questions.

Thursday, October 29th 10:00am-2:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Licensed Insurance Agent

Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center to meet with a licensed insurance agent! Get answers to your insurance questions, explore available coverage options, and receive guidance to help you make informed decisions about your needs.



Friday, October 30th 11:00am-3:00pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

October Movie: Practic Magic

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, October 30th 1:30pm-3:30pm

Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center

Free Pet Food

Join our community partners East Harlem Community Partnership, for a free pet food event! Stop by to pick up pet food for your furry friends and connect with our community. Supplies are available while they last!

Friday, October 30th 10:00am

East Harlem Community Partnership

71 East 111th Street, New York 10029

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

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 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

Health Care Proxy Clinic

Please join us at our Social Service Unit for a Health Care Proxy Clinic. Receive one-on-one assistance with completing your health care proxy form, learn about your options, and ensure your health care wishes are clearly documented.

Every Wednesday, 10:00am-4:00pm

Carter Burden Network - Social Service Unit

445 East 85th Street

Ground Floor

Virtual Program Updates

There are no updates at this time.

Chinese Painting with Jade

 Every Tuesday from 1pm- 3pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93288990755?pwd=cXR1T2phbkY5UytINDZkZOdvbkNHdz09

Meeting ID: 932 8899 0755

Passcode: CHINESEART

Mixed Media Class with Liz

 Every Wednesday from 1pm - 4:00pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83532126690?pwd=rukVZPWHIU8rYWNPiiGTiQ6z4WDAIJ.1

Meeting ID: 835 3212 6690

Passcode: 943010

Quilting with Diane

 Every Thursday from 10:30am- 12:30pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81151087753?pwd=M6z1mtk2tJ7ajnP5YAfpV9vr7bCm09.1

Meeting ID: 811 5108 7753

Password: 551632

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

CBN is partially funded by NYC Aging



A copy of our most recently filed financial report is available from the Charities Registry on the New York State Attorney General’s website (www.charitiesnys.com) or, upon request, by contacting us at (212) 879-7400. You also may obtain information on charitable organizations from the New York State Office of the Attorney General at www.charitiesnys.com or (212) 416-8816