💳SNAP Fraud Prevention Workshop💳

Thank you to everyone who attended today's workshop ! We hope the information shared today helps you secure your SNAP benefits, and that you’ll pass along what you’ve learned to your family and friends to help keep our community safe.

❤️EAA Health Fair❤️

Thanks EAA 美亞共同促進會 Empowerment of American Asians Inc. inviting us to participate in “Mental Health Awareness Fair “ at Salvation Army on Saturday. 

Thanks all the elected officials , community leaders and all the partners, we are together to make this happen and memorable!

We hope all the people who joined us have a great time and get connected with the resources they need!

🍐One Day New Jersey Trip🍐

Today, our members visited the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in New Jersey, enjoyed a delicious buffet lunch, and got to handpicked fresh pears and bring them home . 

A fantastic day filled with laughter and great memories!

💳SNAP Fraud Prevention Workshop💳

A special thanks to Ada from Councilwoman Susan Zhuang office for delivering such helpful information on protecting SNAP benefits and for teaching seniors how to use the cell phone app to secure their SNAP benefit cards.

And of course, thank you to everyone who attended today's event! We hope the information shared today helps you secure your SNAP benefits, and that you’ll pass along what you’ve learned to your family and friends to help keep our community safe.

📚English Class📚

Just finished an amazing ESL class today!

Hope you feel more confident and excited about improving your English skill. 

It’s so rewarding to see progress and learn something new each day!

🌕Moon Cake Distribution Event🌕

Today we had a Moon Cake Distribution event at both Sheepshead Bay Branch and Bensonhurst Branch! Thank you to everyone who participated in our Moon Cake distribution event! We’re delighted to have been able to share this special tradition with our community. We hope you enjoyed the delicious moon cakes and the festive spirit they bring. Remember to observe the full moon tonight!

Thanks True Care Home Care collaborating with us to make this special event successful!

🥮Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration🥮

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! Today, we held a Mid-Autumn Festival celebration for our members in our community center. Together we shared a tasty lunch buffet, raffle drawings, and everyone had a mooncake! There were also fun activities such as karaoke and a mahjong stacking speed contest. Thank you to all the guests and elected officials who joined us and the sponsors who made this joyous celebration possible!

🏛️9/11 Memorial Gathering🏛️

Today we attended a memorial gathering at Seth Low Park for the lives lost in the tragic events on September 11th, 2001. Together, the community gathered to listen to the stories of events that happened that day as well as how those events changed everyone’s lives. Thank you to Assemblyman Colton William and Councilwoman Susan Zhuang for holding this community memorial to commemorate our lost loved ones.

🏃Healthy Exercise Class🏃

Exercise can be so much fun! Just look at how happy our members are when they're working out. We’ve just completed another section of our healthy exercise class , and the transformations over the past seven weeks have been incredible! Remember, no matter your age, you can stay active and energetic.

🌺Second Flower Arrangement Workshop🌺

We just wrapped up our second flower arrangement workshop, and it was a blooming success! Under the expert guidance of our instructor, members learned various flower arranging techniques and created stunning floral pieces. Each participant got to take home their beautiful creations to enjoy. A huge thank you to Sue from 8th Ave Florist for her support and expertise! We can’t wait for more flower arrangement workshops in the future!

⚖️Know Your Rights Workshop⚖️

 A sincere thank you to Kanako from Raising Health Academy of Medical and Public Health Services (AMPHS)for delivering insightful scam prevention skills to our members and introducing their valuable services. Your expertise has not only empowered us with vital knowledge but also helped build a strong connection between our community and the incredible resources you offer. We look forward to future collaborations and continued support!

🌳Sunset Park Health Empowerment Celebration🌳

We are delighted to participate in the 9th Annual Sunset Park Health Empowerment Celebration! A big thank you to Raising Health Academy of Medical and Public Health Services (AMPHS)for inviting us to this meaningful event and recognizing our work for the community . We had a fantastic time connecting with other organizations and residents, sharing free information, and providing important resources to the community. Looking forward to more opportunities to empower and support our neighbors!

🗿Natural History Museum Trip🗿

What an unforgettable field trip we had at the natural history museum this summer! The kids explored the fascinating world of natural history and wildlife, bringing their book learning to life. From ancient fossils to majestic animals, this real-world experience was truly incredible. We’re grateful for the opportunity to blend education with adventure and create lasting memories! 

🌍8 Ave Community Cleanup🌍

A huge thank you to State Senator Iwen Chu organizing the Community Cleanup Day. Thanks everyone who came out for our cleaning yesterday at 8 Avenue! Your hard work and dedication made a big difference in keeping our neighborhood clean and beautiful!

Stay tuned for more events like this, let’s keep the momentum going. Our community is stronger when we all work together!

🎒Summer Camp Celebration🎒

What an incredible summer it’s been! We say goodbye to another unforgettable camp season with a pizza party!

Congratulations to all the award recipients, your hard work , dedication, and incredible spirit throughout this camp season truly deserved recognition.

We hope everyone had an amazing time and created unforgettable memories. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and can’t wait to see you all again next year for another fantastic camp season!

🚦Department of Transportation Workshop🚦

We were honored to have Deputy Director Eric Miu from NYC DOT the Department of Transportation's Older Adult Programs, Safety Education, and Outreach with us today. His presentation was packed with insightful information, helping us master urban survival skills and navigate the city with greater confidence. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us today! Let’s continue to apply what we’ve learned and keep looking out for one another. Stay safe, stay wise! 

🌀Monday Taichi Class🌀

Happy Monday! Let’s kick off the week with our Tai Chi class! It’s the best way to improve your balance, flexibility and mental clarity. Join us for this class on every Monday at 10:00am!

🍘Taishan Snack Day Introduction🍘

Today’s Taishan Snack Day Introduction hosted in collaboration with Homecrest Community Services, Inc., was a memorable experience filled with delicious food. The seniors impressed us with a variety of traditional snacks, each made with care and skill, and we were fortunate to gain insights into the intricate processes behind the culinary creations. We thank Homecrest, all the staff, and all the participants who made the day special today!

♻️Community Cleanup♻️

Yesterday’s cleanup was a remarkable success, made possible by the incredible efforts of our dedicated staff and volunteers. Their hard work and commitment ensured that our streets were not only cleaner but also safer for the environment. Thank you State Senator Iwen Chu for organizing this event.

💐Flower Arranging Workshop💐

Today’s flower arranging workshop is a great success! Members followed the instructor’s guidance to learn flower arrangement techniques. In the end , each member got to take their beautiful creations home and enjoy! A special thanks to Sue from 8 Ave Florist !

Looking forward to our next workshop 

🌟National Night Out🌟

National Night Out was a tremendous success for both the NYPD 62nd Precinct and NYPD 61st Precinct. The evening was filled with a variety of games, entertainment, and a lively atmosphere, making it an enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Congratulations to all the award recipients, and thank you for including us in such a memorable event. We look forward to participating again in the future!