✊CACF's AAPI Funding Protest✊

A huge shoutout to CACF: Coalition for Asian American Children & Families, Asian American Federation, and everyone who stood with us in Albany! 

Together, we’re making a powerful stand for $54.35 million in funding to support AAPI community organizations across New York. We showed up as a united force, demonstrating the critical need to keep the AAPI Equity Budget Coalition (EBC) in the one-house and final budget. 

Let’s keep pushing forward to ensure our communities receive the resources and support they deserve! 

💖Appreciation and Love on Valentines Day for NYPD💖

Happy Valentine's Day! Today, we’re excited to join in 「Appreciation & Love on Valentines Day for NYPD 」 at NYPD 62nd Precinct！

Residents, community leaders, and students have come together to share their heartfelt thoughts and hand-delivered handmade cards, all to honor those who work tirelessly to keep our community safe.

Thank you to our dedicated officers for your service and commitment. Let’s spread love and gratitude today and every day!

🧧IL Centro's Lunar New Year Celebration🧧

We were thrilled to be part of the FIAO Il Centro Community Center Lunar New Year Celebration! The event showcased a variety of incredible Chinese cultural performances, bringing joy and excitement to the community. The UCA Lion Dance Team kicked off the festivities with an electrifying performance, filling with energy and good fortune! The crowd loved taking pictures with the God of Wealth , wishing for prosperity and happiness in the year ahead. It’s always heartwarming to see our diverse community come together to celebrate culture and tradition. Wishing everyone a year full of luck, wealth, and success!

🎇Maimonides Year of the Snake Celebration🎇

Last Sunday we successfully held the annual 86th Street New Year Lion Dance Parade with the United Chinese Association of Brooklyn Youth Lion Dance Team. Along the way, we visited local businesses to extend our New Year’s blessings, wishing them prosperity and success. The thunderous sound of drums and gongs attracted many residents, who stopped to watch and eagerly touched the lion’s head for good luck. The festive atmosphere was in full swing—wishing everyone great fortune in the Year of the Snake and continued good luck in the years to come.

A special thanks to the police officers of NYPD 62nd Precinct for ensuring our safety and providing support.

🐍Lunar New Year Celebration🐍

Yesterday, we hosted the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration at Golden City Seafood Restaurant, joined by elected officials, community leaders, partners, and our members to welcome the Year of the Snake! The event kicked off with a traditional lion dance and Choi Ching, followed by heartfelt New Year greetings from our distinguished guests. The celebration was filled with cultural performances, festive singing, and exciting lucky raffles !

A heartfelt thank you to all our guests for taking the time to join us, to our generous sponsors for supporting the prizes, and to every member who participated with enthusiasm!

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year, great success, prosperity in the Year of the Snake, and endless blessings!

🎇86th Street Lion Dance Parade🎇

Last Sunday we successfully held the annual 86th Street New Year Lion Dance Parade with the United Chinese Association of Brooklyn Youth Lion Dance Team. Along the way, we visited local businesses to extend our New Year’s blessings, wishing them prosperity and success. The thunderous sound of drums and gongs attracted many residents, who stopped to watch and eagerly touched the lion’s head for good luck. The festive atmosphere was in full swing—wishing everyone great fortune in the Year of the Snake and continued good luck in the years to come.

A special thanks to the police officers of NYPD 62nd Precinct for ensuring our safety and providing support.

🧧Lunar New Year Parade🧧

We were delighted to participate in the Lunar New Year Parade the Year of the Snake on 18th Avenue on Sunday February 2nd, joining numerous friends in welcoming the arrival of the year of Snake and experiencing the festive atmosphere. Despite the cold weather, our lion dance team braved the chilly winds, marching from 61st Street to 83rd Street along 18th Avenue, passionately showcasing the rich traditions of the Chinese New Year.

👮‍♀️Elderly Crime Prevention Workshop👮‍♀️

A big thank you to everyone who participated in our Elderly Crime Prevention Workshop today at Sheepshead Bay community center! We had an amazing time learning valuable tips on recognizing and avoiding scams, staying safe online and in the community. 

Special thanks to NYPD 61nd Precinct Crime Prevention officer for sharing their expertise and answering questions with such care and patience.

🎇Lion Dance Performance at NIA🎇

A heartfelt thank you to the NIA Community Services Network for inviting us to be part of your Lunar New Year celebration! We had an incredible time performing the lion dance and sharing in the festive spirit with such a wonderful community. It was truly a joy to welcome the Year of the Snake together, embracing the traditions, energy, and excitement that make this occasion so special. Your warm hospitality and enthusiasm made the event even more memorable, and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate with you all. Wishing everyone a prosperous, joyful, and successful year ahead!

🎂January to March Birthday Party🎂

Today, we came together to celebrate the birthdays of our amazing members born from January to March! The party was filled with laughter, fun games, singing the birthday song, cutting a delicious cake, and exciting raffles!

Everyone went home with a raffle prize, making the day extra special for all. It was a heartwarming celebration of life, friendship, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined and made this event unforgettable!

🧧Lion Dance Performance at PS 101 and IS 220🧧

Our UCA Youth Lion Dance Team has been buzzing with excitement as we bring the spirit of the Lunar New Year to life across the city!

Yesterday, we started our performances at IS.220, and today we delighted the crowd at P.S.101 Verrazano School. It's truly heartwarming to see the students' and teachers’ faces light up as they eagerly pat the lion head for luck and share their joy by giving red envelopes.

We're grateful for the warm reception and enthusiasm from our community. Let’s keep the festive atmosphere alive and welcome the Year of the Snake with happiness and prosperity!

🧧Beading Class🧧

We are delighted to see our members having such an amazing time at our beading class

Participants explored their creativity and learned how to craft beautiful beadwork designs, including the Chinese character "福," symbolizing blessings and good fortune.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us—you made this class truly special and inspiring!

Exciting news: more classes are on the way! Stay tuned and be sure to join us for our upcoming sessions to unleash your creativity and learn something new.

🤝CCBA Generous Contribution🤝

We are deeply grateful to Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association - CCBA 中華公所 for their generous donation to our Senior Community Center. As the Lunar New Year draws near, this thoughtful contribution is a wonderful reminder of the strong sense of community and support we are lucky to have. We extend our heartfelt thanks to CCBA for their kindness and wish everyone a prosperous and joyful Year of the Snake! 

👮‍♂️Senior Safety Workshop👮‍♂️

A big thank you to everyone who participated in our senior safety workshop yesterday at Stillwell community center! We had an amazing time learning valuable tips on recognizing and avoiding scams,staying safe online and in the community. Special thanks to NYPD 62nd Precinct Crime Prevention officer Mr. Nogol for sharing their expertise and answering questions with such care and patience.

✨Holiday Celebration✨

Today, we come together to celebrate the New Year with elected officials, community leaders, dedicated partners, and our cherished members at Umi Sushi and Seafood Buffet.

With hearts full of joy and happiness , we ring in 2025 with laughter, warmth, and the spirit of giving. As a token of appreciation, we distributed hand creams to all, along with beautifully handcrafted Chinese fans—sponsored by Mr. Lam and made by our talented members.

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us today, as well as to the generous sponsors who made our raffle prizes possible. Wishing everyone a year ahead filled with good health, happiness, and abundant luck.

🎄Christmas Secret Gift Exchange Party🎄

Today, we celebrated Christmas with a wonderful secret gift exchange! It was so much fun to see everyone’s surprised faces as we opened our gifts. Sharing joy and happiness together made the day even more special. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

🎁Susan Zhang Toy Drive🎁

On Sunday 12/22/2024, The “500 Toys for 500 Kids “ Holiday Toy Drive was a truly uplifting experience at Susan Zhuang ‘s office, and what a heartwarming event it was! The spirit of generosity and the joy of the holidays filled the room as we came together to spread love and kindness to families in need! Thanks Susan for hosting this meaningful event and for inviting us to be a part of it. And big thanks to all the organizations and sponsors who contributed to the success of this event!

🧸Holiday Toy Drive🧸

This past Saturday, despite the chilly weather, we braved the cold and gathered near Yin Ji Chang Fen on 86th Street to distribute free toys to the children in our community! Seeing the bright smiles on their faces as they received toys truly warmed our hearts! Thanks all the organizations , AREAA Brooklyn Chapter , Bay parkway Merchant Association Brooklyn District Attorney's Office Homecrest Community Services, Inc. New York Team Up , NY Americans Auxiliary Police Association, South Brooklyn Community Coalition , who involved to make this event possible.  Thanks all our generous sponsors for their support and toy donations, which made this event a huge success!

📚CACF Racial Literacy Learning Space📚

Thank you to CACF: Coalition for Asian American Children & Families for including us in the Racial Literacy Learning Space. Over the course of the workshop, we explored many different perspectives and received valuable resources to help us better engage with our community and our loved ones on the topic of race. We look forward to a future where our communities are more comfortable and thoughtful in these conversations!

🧧Chinese Handmade Fan Workshop🧧

Today, we held our first Chinese Handmade Fan Workshop at the Bensonhurst Branch, and it was a huge success!

A big thank you to Mr. Lam from Elite Learning Group for providing all the materials and patiently guiding each participant through the process. Everyone can bring home their own beautiful, handcrafted fan to home!

We still have three more sessions, happening every Friday from 10:00am-11:00am. Don’t miss out - sign up now and join the fun!

🎄Handmade Holiday Cards🎄

Over the past two weeks, the kids in our after school program and our young volunteers have been working hard on creating beautifully crafted holiday cards with their creativity and love for Susan Zhuang’s office . These cards will be mailed out by Susan to families in the community. These handmade cards are our way of spreading warmth and cheer to families in our community during this winter season!

🙏CaringKind Workshop🙏

Yesterday, we joined a meaningful event at the Homecrest Bensonhurst Community Center, where CaringKind - The Heart of Alzheimer's Caregiving and the Relay of Love Foundation deliver essential information about dementia. They also distributed important tools—Love Tags—to families in need, offering them extra support in their daily lives.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in making this event a success! We hope that these resources will help families navigate this challenging journey with more ease and comfort. Together, we stand strong to support our community!

🌺Flower Arranging Workshop🌺

We had an amazing time at the Flower Arranging Workshop!

Thank you to our talented instructor Sue from 8 Ave Florist for sharing valuable tips and techniques, and to all the participants for bringing such positive energy. Seeing everyone’s unique arrangements was truly inspiring!

🦃Thanksgiving Celebration🦃

Today, we came together to share the joy of Thanksgiving with our amazing senior members. It was heartwarming to see the smiles, laughter, and togetherness that filled the room. A heartfelt thanks to all the community leaders and partners who took the time to join us, and to our generous sponsors for providing wonderful raffle gifts. Everyone left with a special gift, making this celebration even more memorable. We are so grateful for the support and love that makes our community thrive. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving filled with warmth and gratitude!

🌟CACF Gala🌟

What an unforgettable evening at the CACF: Coalition for Asian American Children & Families 2024 Catalyst for Change Awards Gala!  It was an honor to be surrounded by so many incredible people dedicated to making a positive impact. From the heartfelt speeches to the inspiring stories, it was a night to remember. Feeling truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of this amazing event!

Congratulations to all the awardees, thanks for their dedication to our community!

🎓College Admissions Workshop🎓

Last Saturday, we held an inspiring college admissions workshop at the Stillwell Community Center! Outstanding students from top universities shared their success stories, covering everything from school selection strategies to essay writing and interview tips. The session was packed with valuable insights that left everyone feeling motivated and informed!

We hope all the students who attended are one step closer to getting into their dream schools!

✔️Medicare Annual Election Period Presentation✔️

We’re thrilled with the success of our Medicare Annual Election Period presentations! Over the course of three events across different branches, attendees gained insightful information and had their concerns addressed.

More people are now staying informed about Medicare benefits. If you still have questions, feel free to contact us anytime! 

💎UCA's 22nd Anniversary Fundraising Gala💎

A sincere thank you to all the elected officials, vendors, and valued members who attended UCA's 22nd Anniversary Fundraising Gala on Thursday night. We extend our deepest appreciation for your support, and we hope that your enthusiasm and commitment continue to shine as a beacon for the future. With your ongoing support, UCA can continue making a positive impact, and we look forward to your continued collaboration in the years ahead. Thank you for making our anniversary gala a night to remember.

More event pictures will be coming soon.

🎉22nd Anniversary Fundraising Gala Press Conference🎉

We are excited to announce the UCA 22nd Anniversary Fundraising Gala, happening on Thursday, November 14th at 6:30 pm at Fortune Palace (8609 20th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214)!

A huge thank you to all of our honorees and sponsors for taking the time to join us at the press conference. We can't wait to celebrate with you all and share in the joy of this special occasion.

See you on 11/14 – let’s make it a night to remember!

📋Medicare Annual Election Period📋

We had a 2025 Medicare Annual Election Period seminar at Bensonhurst center today.

We’re thrilled that seniors learned more about updated Medicare benefits and had their concerns addressed. If you missed this one, no worries! Join us for the another seminar at the Sheepshead Bay Center. Stay tuned for the upcoming benefits of 2025!

🍬Trick or Treat!🍬

Happy Halloween! Today, we’re trick or treating at our community center with both kids and seniors, celebrating this special day together! Hope everyone feels the festive spirit and enjoys the fun of Halloween!

❤️Uterine Cancer Seminar By SHARE Cancer Support❤️

Yesterday, we invited SHARE Cancer Support to hold a seminar to educate our seniors about HPV and uterine cancer. We stressed the importance of being aware of these diseases since it can affect people of all walks of life. Thank you to for holding this important educational seminar.

🎃Halloween Family Fun Day🎃

Pea-ka-boo! We’re thrilled to see families and friends enjoying the festivities at Seth Low Park today. A huge thank you to State Senator Iwen Chu for supporting this meaningful event and to all the organizations involved. Together, we’ve made today full of fun and joy! Congratulations to all the costume contest winners! Happy Halloween, everyone!

✨October - December Birthday Party Celebration✨

Thank you to all the elected officials 安打 community partners for joining our "October, November, and December Birthday Celebration "! We’re grateful to our sponsors for the wonderful prizes and desserts that made our event even more special. A big thanks to all the members who supported us by attending! Congratulations to all the raffle winners! We can’t wait to see everyone at our next event!

👩‍⚕️Medicare Annual Election Period Seminar👩‍⚕️

Our first Medicare Annual Election Period seminar was a success!

We’re thrilled that seniors learned more about updated Medicare benefits and had their concerns addressed. If you missed the first one, don’t worry! Join us for the second seminar at the Bensonhurst Center. Stay tuned for the upcoming benefits of 2025!

🎊Bensonhurst Branch Grand Opening🎊

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the grand opening of new branch in Bensonhurst

We are overwhelmed by the support and excitement from our amazing community!

A special thank you to the elected officials and our community partners who graced us with their presence and support.

Thank you as well to all volunteers and team members who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this day a success!

This is just the beginning, we’re excited to continue this journey with you, bring more learning, growth, and fun to our community.

🚶Alzheimer' CaringKind Central Park Walk🚶

On last Saturday, 10/19, we were honored to participate in the CaringKind - The Heart of Alzheimer's Caregiving Central Park Walk. We brought our elderly to participate in this meaningful event. We must continue to spread the awareness of Alzheimer's disease and educate the community members about the understanding the Dementia, signs and symptoms. We are continue to support this great organization and especially would like to Thanks Weijing Shi, the Asian Outreach Team Director for organizing and coordinating. 

👮ACW Safety Training👮

Asian Community Watch Team held a safety training at the our Sheepshead Bay center yesterday, followed by a community patrol. Together, we are committed to keeping our community safe!

Thank you all the team member’s dedication of their efforts to protect our community and appreciated the support from Councilwoman Inna Vernikov. 

If you are interested to become the ACW team member, please feel free to contact us at 917-789-6084 or email to acw2022info@gmail.com.

✔️NYC Votes Seminar✔️

We were thrilled to have NYC Votes at our Bensonhurst Branch for a General Election Presentation today! They highlighted key topics and important dates, ensuring we're all informed and ready.

Mark your calendars for November 5th!

Thank you, Ting from NYC Votes, for sharing such valuable information with us!

🥁Columbus Day Parade🥁

We are so proud to be part of the 42nd Annual Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade, hosted by Il Centro Community Center! Celebrating this special occasion with friends and families brings us immense joy. Our youth Lion Dance team showcased traditional Chinese culture, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved. Thank you for joining us in this festive celebration! 

🌸Senior Day🌸

A heartfelt thank you to State Senator Iwen Chu for making Senior’s Day, a special occasion to honor our elders. It was a beautiful day filled with gratitude and appreciation for their wisdom and experience. Thank you NIA Community Services Network for sponsoring this special event for our community members.

🎨Chinese Water Painting Class at Bensonhurst Branch🎨

We just wrapped up our first Chinese water painting class at Bensonhurst Branch!

We’re thrilled to see our members explore new interests and discover their creative sides. Learning truly never ends there’s always something new to experience!

🎂October Birthday Party At Bensonhurst Branch🎂

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of celebrating all our October birthday stars with a party full of happiness, laughter, delicious treats, and ice cream cake at Bensonhurst Branch !!

The excitement was contagious as we handed out free goodie bags to all the kids, adding more fun to the celebration.  

💳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!