Older Adults

A Little About LABA

| FRI, OCT 06, 2023

Hello, world. I am Chanan Ben Simon—vocalist, multimedia artist, and Director of LABA NY. For those unfamiliar with LABA, it is a Jewish house of study and culture laboratory that…

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Saturday Wellness

| FRI, SEP 29, 2023

At the 14Y, we are committed to the development of the whole person, bettering people’s lives, and strengthening individual and family connections by building an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable community.…

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9/11

| TUE, SEP 12, 2023

The 21st Century has had its share of events that shocked the world. One of them is the September 11 attacks in 2001. This will be forever remembered as one…

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Women’s Equality Day

| FRI, AUG 25, 2023

There are plenty of special days to honor the amazing women who shaped, and still shape, our world in positive ways. Women’s Equality Day, which is on August 26, is…

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The Stonewall Uprising

| WED, JUN 28, 2023

The 1960s were steeped with important demonstrations involving minority groups standing up for their rights. Along with the Civil Rights Movement, the Stonewall Uprising in New York City laid the…

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Juneteenth

| TUE, JUN 13, 2023

“On Juneteenth, we recommit to our shared work to ensure racial justice, equity, and equality in America.” – President Joe Biden June is steeped with plenty of wonderful holidays, like…

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Creative Expression Bridges Generations

| FRI, APR 14, 2023

You’ve probably heard it said, “Growing old is not for the faint of heart,” and it’s true that there are many challenges for older adults as they navigate the aging…

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The 14Y & Sirovich Center for Balanced Living

| TUE, FEB 07, 2023

I’m Gabby, a Marketing and Communications intern at the 14 Street Y through PENCIL, a nonprofit that connects New York City students with professional opportunities. I’ve been learning firsthand about…

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