No Class

Reiki and Meditation with Lyndell| | Tuesdays, May 13, 20, 27

Zumba with Jose | Wednesday, May 7

Chinese Open Ballroom | Wednesday, May 7

Brain Games with Dana | Wednesday, May 7, May 21

Tai Chi with Annie | Friday, May 9

Tech Talk with Rebecca | Friday, May 9, May 16

Dance and Storytelling with Magda | Thursday, May 15, May 22

Last Class

Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) | Thursday, May 8

Improv Class with Robert Galinsky | Friday, May 30

Holiday Closure

Center Closed for Memorial Day | Monday, May 26

This month long celebration is free and accessible for everyone! See the full schedule here.

Ceramics and Art Sale 

Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Auditorium 

Shop unique ceramics, mosaics, paintings, and jewelry, all handmade by talented community artisans.

Reflections in Color & Motion Gallery Reception

Friday, May 9 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM | 14th Street Y, Lobby

Join us for the Reflections in Color & Motion Gallery reception where you can engage with the artists, explore their unique works, and enjoy light refreshments. Celebrate the creativity and personal stories captured in each piece.

Teaching Artists on Creativity, Community, and Expression: A Panel Discussion

Monday, May 5 | 1:30 – 3:30 PM | Manny Cantor Center, 6th Floor Rooftop

In this panel discussion, Teaching Artists from Educational Alliance Older Adult Programs will explore the importance of creativity, community, and self-expression. Transportation provided. Meet in the lobby @1:00 PM.

Registration is required for transportation. Please register with the front desk.

Puppetry Dance Theater Performance

Tuesday, May 13 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM | 14th Street Y, Theater 

Presented by Studies in Puppet Form Workshop, a series which explores the intersection of puppetry, movement, and storytelling to enhance body awareness and creative expression.

MCC Community Prom 

Wednesday, May 14 | 3:00 – 5:00 PM | Manny Cantor Center, Basketball Court 

Get ready to dance through the decades! Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing, activities, refreshments, raffles, and more as we come together to celebrate across generations.

Mainstage Performance

Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24 | 3:00 – 5:30 PM | 14th Street Y, Theater 

Experience a vibrant lineup of acting, singing, dancing, storytelling, comedy, and music. Advance registration through Theater Desk is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome at the door. A reception with live music and light refreshments will follow in the 14Y Lobby.

LiveOnNY’s Annual Aging Advocacy Day Rally

Wednesday, May 28 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | City Hall Park, Broadway &, Chambers St, New York, NY 10007 

Join us in advocating for increased funding for aging services, including nutrition, housing, and arts and educational programming for older New Yorkers. Transportation provided. Meet in the lobby @10:15 AM.

Registration is required for transportation. Please register with the front desk.

Grandcestors: Stories That Shape Us

Thursday, May 29 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM | Manny Cantor Center, 6th Floor Rooftop 

Celebrate National Share-a-Story Month and Lower East Side History Month with older New Yorkers sharing personal histories and legacies that connect us. Join us for an afternoon fostering community through storytelling and reflection. Transportation provided meet in the lobby @1:30 PM.

Registration is required for transportation. Please register by emailing fcaro@edalliance.org.

Decorate With Us: Sign Making for Advocacy Day! 

Tuesday, May 6 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Lounge

Come create signs to be used for the Advocate for the Aging Rally at City Hall happening on Wednesday, May 28!

Ottendorfer New York Public Library Visit

Tuesday, May 13 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Dining Room

Stop by the Ottendorfer New York Public Library table and learn more about resources and events happening at the library and sign up for a free library card.

Nutrition Workshop with Nutritionist Tamar

Thursday, May 15 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lounge

Explore ten different foods and food groups to help target optimal health.

Film Screening, in Honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month: Minari

Friday, May 16 | 1:30 PM | Auditorium

A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home.

Acting and Scenic Workshop with Concrete Temple Theatre

Tuesday, May 6 and May 27 | 4:00 – 5:30 PM | Auditorium

Wednesday, May 7 and Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00 – 5:30 PM | Lounge

Explore the basics of acting and scenic design in a supportive, welcoming environment. No experience needed — all levels are welcome!

In Person Classes

Mosaic Tiles with Alexandra
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM  | 1ST FL Lounge
Design and craft your own mosaic tile using multi-media materials. No experience is necessary.

Strength and Balance with Rob
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  | 1ST FL Auditorium
Strength and Balance class, seated, with a safe option for standing
exercises for balance and strength. With weights.
No registration needed. Just drop in.

Ceramic Session 1 with Deb
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Beginner Ceramic Class with Deb
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Ceramics Studio
Discover the art of ceramics in this hands-on beginner class! Learn the fundamentals of working with clay, including hand-building techniques, basic wheel throwing, and glazing. Our expert instructor will guide you step by step as you create your own unique pottery pieces. This class serves as the first step toward our Intermediate Ceramic Courses, providing you with the foundational skills needed to advance your craft. To register, the ceramics Beginner Session, please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org.

Open Swim
2:00 – 3:00 PM | 14 Street Y
Enjoy a free hour of open swim at the 14 Street Y pool. Please bring your Sirovich Membership Card to show to security at the front desk and sign in the guest book. Also bring a swimsuit, swim cap, lock for the locker room.

Jazz Line Dance with Bernard
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Discover the joy of movement in our Jazz Line Dance class! This dynamic class blends the vibrant energy of jazz dance with the fun and social aspects of line dancing, creating an exhilarating experience for dancers of all levels.

Balance 101 with Demetra 
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
This chair class focuses on strengthening muscles and improving flexibility to allow for the joint stability and mobility we need for walking and completing everyday tasks around the home like carrying groceries and doing the laundry. People of all abilities, including anyone who uses an assistive walking device or wheelchair or is recovering from knee, foot, hip injuries, etc., can participate. You also have the option of completing standing work, with the chair in arms-reach. No registration is required.

Tapping Together with Demetra
4:00 – 5:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Join us for an exciting intergenerational tap dance class, offered in partnership with 14Y Afterschool students grades K – 2. Instruction is tailored for adults and children who have a passion for dance and rhythm or just want to have fun. No previous dance experience is necessary to participate.

In Person Classes

Tai Chi Class with Annie 
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Tai Chi is an art that promotes balance, strength, grace, and flexibility, and it promotes a meditative mood with its “dance of quiet motion.” No registration needed. Just drop in!

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Chair Yoga with Rie
11:00  – 11:50 AM | Auditorium
Classic yoga class focuses on stretching, joint mobility, balance, posture, and bone density support. Safe for folks with injuries and osteoporosis. Energizing for all. No registration required.

“Ticket” Tuesdays
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | 2ND FL Dining Room
Our mission is to make the performing arts accessible to everyone in our community. Enjoy free and discounted tickets to captivating performances through our partnerships with local box offices. Plus, receive a complimentary $40-value Theatre Development Fund (TDF) membership, granting you access to the Broadway Passport Series with tickets priced at just $20 to $40. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to bring the joy of theater into your life!

Reiki and Meditation with Lyndell and Ruth
Tuesdays | 1:00 – 1:50 PM | Lounge
No registration required.
Join members, Lyndell and Ruth, for a serene journey through the gentle practices of Reiki and Meditation.

Chinese Dance Group Sessions 1 and 2
1:30 PM – 3:20 PM | 1ST FL  Auditorium
Open to all levels. To register email sirovich@14streety.org

Spanish Empowerment Group with Andrea
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Lounge

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman 
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

In Person Classes

Zumba with Jose
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Join our Jose Zumba class for a fun, energetic workout designed specifically for older adults! Our sessions combine lively Latin and international music with easy-to-follow dance moves that will get you moving, grooving, and smiling. No registration required.

Knitting Group with Schekira 
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 1ST FL Lounge
Come in and unwind and knit or crochet. You can bring your own projects, practice techniques, or share your trade secrets! All are welcome!

Open Ballroom Dance with Jeannie
1:00 – 2:50 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
This class offers a unique opportunity to learn and enjoy traditional Chinese ballroom dance styles. No prior dance experience is needed – just bring your enthusiasm and love for dance. 

Brain Games with Dana
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 1ST FL Lounge
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. 

In Person Classes

Ceramic Session 1 with Sherman 
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Dance and Storytelling with Magda
10:00 – 11:00 AM | Auditorium
No Class 5/15, 5/ 22
Makeup Class
Thursday, June 5 10–11AM
Monday, June 9 11AM–12PM
Thursday, June 12 10–11AM
No dance experience necessary and all levels welcome.
Together, we will discover the many ways we can share our stories—through words and movement.

Zumba with Fiorela 
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Get ready to dance, sweat, and have a blast with  Fiorela Zumba class! This high-energy workout combines Latin and international music with dynamic dance routines to create an exhilarating and effective fitness experience. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, Zumba offers a fun and inclusive way to get fit and feel great. 

Functional Yoga with at 14Y
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 14 Street Y
No registration required.
A yoga class to support your life. Learn techniques to help develop greater awareness of your body, working to build strength and balance, and increased energy. Please bring your Sirovich Membership Card to show to security at the front desk and sign in the guest book.

Asian Choral Group 
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM l 1ST FL Auditorium
To register email sirovich@14streety.org

Ceramic Session 2 with Sherman 
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Game Time with Andrea
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 2ND FL Small Dining Room
No registration required.
Join us for an hour of games with fellow members!

In Person Classes & Hybrid Classes

Tai Chi with Annie 
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1ST FL Auditorium
Tai Chi is an art that promotes balance, strength, grace, and flexibility, and it promotes a meditative mood with its “dance of quiet motion.” No registration needed. Just drop in!

Ceramic Session 1 with Deb
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Tech Talk with Rebecca
11:00 – 12:00 PM | 2ND FL Dining Room
No registration needed. Just drop in.
If you have questions about your tablets, laptops, smartphones, or anything related to technology, stop by the Technology desk Rebecca is here to help. She can help with device usage, troubleshooting, and offer guidance on various topics such as email, texting, setting up voicemail, tips and tricks, learning about apps, and protecting yourself from viruses and malware. Feel free to stop by!

Improvisation Performance Class – The Next Level 
with Robert
Starts, Friday March 7 | 11:10 AM – 12:30 PM | Auditorium 
No Class 3/21, Makeup Class 3/31
No registration required. All are welcome!
In this fun-filled class, you’ll explore exciting improv techniques and games and have and option to create an original live performance with the group.

Ceramic Session 2 with Deb
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 3RD FL Ceramic Studio
This class is for registered ceramic students. Please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org with any further questions.

Alliance Stage Company: Expressive Arts (Virtual) with Cory
12:00 – 12:45 PM | Auditorium
Explore techniques of stagecraft for community and digital theater. Spots are limited. Registration required. To register email cmherman@edalliance.org.

Alliance Stage Company: Expressive Arts with Cory
1:15 – 2:00 PM | Auditorium
Explore techniques of stagecraft to build confidence in everyday life. No registration is required.

Alliance Stage Company: Sirovich Senior Theater with Cory
2:00 – 3:00 PM | Auditorium
Exploration of short skits, musical comedy, improv, readers theater, and character development. No registration is required.

Jewelry Making with Phyliss 
1:00 PM – 3:50 PM | Lounge
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on beginner jewelry making class! Whether you’re looking to start a new hobby or create personalized gifts, this workshop will guide you through the basics of designing and assembling your own custom jewelry. Learn techniques such as wire wrapping, beading, and working with findings, while experimenting with various materials like glass beads, semi-precious stones, and metals. To register, please email sirovich@14streety.org

Participants will have the opportunity to donate select handmade pieces for sale at the center. Proceeds from these sales go directly back into supporting center programs and services—a fun and creative way to give back to the community!

Vocal Ensemble with Mariano
3:15 – 5:00 PM | 1ST FL Auditorium
No previous singing or performing experience required. All ages welcome! To register, email cmherman@edalliance.org.

Volunteer With Us!

Are you ready to make a positive impact in your community? We invite you to create a volunteer profile to stay updated on exciting opportunities available at Educational Alliance sites. Whether you’re interested in volunteering at Sirovich or know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! To create a volunteer profile click here.

Meal Service Helpers

Monday – Friday | 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM  

Our center serves delicious and nutritious meals to LES’s older adult community daily and needs volunteers to serve food during lunch services.

Food Pantry

Held on the first Wednesday of each month

Packing 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 1:40 – 4:00 PM

Distribution 1:40 – 4:00 PM

The Sirovich Center holds a food pantry service on the first Wednesday of each calendar month.

Contact M Clayton at mrclayton@edalliance.org to explore various roles that contribute to our mission, such as helping serve lunch, packaging pantry foods, and more.

Register for the Beginner Ceramics Class

To join, the ceramics Beginner Session, please email sirovichceramics@edalliance.org.