*Click here for the Commonpoint Queens Older Adult Center September + October 2023 Newsletter*

*Click here for the Commonpoint Queens Older Adult Center November + December 2023 Newsletter*

Commonpoint Queens’ Older Adult programming aims to offer fresh, innovative and engaging programs for our members. We offer a full range of social, recreational and educational activities that have been carefully designed to address the specific needs of older adults.

Here are a few of our upcoming programs/events. Please note that many of these programs are run via ZOOM and pre-registration is REQUIRED. The program’s zoom link and telephone option will be provided at the time of registration. For more information and to register, call 718-268-5011 ext. 421 or 160.

COMMONPOINT QUEENS OLDER ADULT ZOOM PROGRAMS FOR JULY/AUGUST 2023

• PD SUPPORT GROUP – 11:30 AM every Wednesday, for caregivers and those with Parkinson’s Disease to share information and knowledge and insights.
• CHAT WITH FRIENDS ON FRIDAY – 11:30 AM on Fridays, call-in and share your thoughts and feelings on life.
• BREATHING BREAK – Thursday, July 6 and 20 and August 3 and 31 at 2:00 PM. Basic, simple mindfulness and coping techniques, to help you create a quiet and safe space in this challenging time.
• WELCOME SHABBAT – Friday, July 28 and August 11 at 1:00 PM. Attend our virtual gathering to restore your spiritual energy and enter a time of healing.
• BOOK ENDS – Exchange your thoughts, impressions and feelings.
  Wednesday, August 3: “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt
  September 6 – “The Violin Conspiracy” by Brendan Slocumb
• SPOTLIGHT ON TEL AVIV – Wednesday, July 12 from 1pm – 2pm. A fascinating virtual presentation about a vibrant city
• SPOTLIGHT ON JERUSALEM – Wednesday, August 23 from 1pm – 2pm. A fascinating virtual presentation about a gorgeous city

COMMONPOINT QUEENS OLDER ADULT IN-PERSON PROGRAMS JULY/AUGUST 2023

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL IN-PERSON EVENTS. CALL ELLEN AT 718-268-5011 EXT. 160

• LET’S GET REAL – 11:30 AM on Mondays (July 31 and August 28) – Anything goes in this lively discussion group: We’ll chat about whatever is on your mind
• BRAINWORKS – 11:30 AM on Mondays (July 24 and August 21) – Join us as we keep our minds sharp and active, through games and exercises, trivia and meditation. We will tickle your brain!
• PAINTING – 1:00 PM on Mondays – Express yourself artistically; no experience required!
• COZY CORNER – 11:30 AM on Tuesdays – Chat with friends while working on your favorite pastime: knitting, needlepoint, crocheting, crossword puzzling, coloring, etc
• MOVIE MATINEE – Tuesdays at 12:30 PM (except July 10)
  • Monday, July 10 at 11:00 AM “The Elephant Whisperer”
  • July 18 “And So It Goes”
  • August 1 “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris”
  • August 15 “A Man Called Otto”
  • August 29 “Ticket to Paradise”
• BINGO – TUESDAYS AT 12:30 PM (July 11 and 25 and August 8, 22)
• ISRAELI FOLK DANCING – Wednesdays from 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM. Honey Goldfein is back! Honey will teach basic Israeli dances, and the dance steps that are used. The dances will include circle and line styles, both old and new.
• HEBREW ULPAN – Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. Beginners through advanced students welcome
• HOT TOPICS WITH STAN – Every other Friday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Join Stan to chat about anything that catches your interest.
• SALSA DANCING – Thursday, July 20. Our friends from VNS Health are sponsoring a session on how to dance Salsa and how to Belly Dance!
• BELLY DANCING – Thursday, August 3. Our friends from VNS Health are sponsoring a session on how to dance Salsa and how to Belly Dance!

 

For more information please contact:

Shelly Channan, Director, [email protected] or (718) 268-5011 ext. 421

Ellen Shajnfeld, [email protected] or (718) 268-5011 ext. 160

 

Click here for Cultural Arts and Jewish Heritage Classes and Speakers or contact [email protected] for more information.

 

Activities and Programs include a variety of day and evening offerings both virtually and in person such as:

• Yoga, Zumba, Line Dancing, Aerobics, Stretching, and Balance fitness classes
• Retirement and financial workshops
• Technology tutoring
• Brainworks classes
• Musical performances
• Health chats
• Book club
• Socialization/chat groups
• Wonderful programs featuring a guest lecturer or author
• Weekly “P.E.R.C” meeting group for seniors looking to engage in fascinating discussions
• Jewish cultural experiences and opportunities including monthly welcome Shabbat program
• Volunteer opportunities, such as reading to the children of our Nursery School – a wonderful inter-generational program
• Variety of small groups led by qualified leaders

Our programs seek to reach out to those looking to broaden their social, spiritual and cultural horizons. We aim to enrich and enhance the quality of life of all of our members.

For more information please contact:

Shelly Channan, Director, [email protected] or (718) 268-5011 ext. 421

Ellen Shajnfeld, [email protected] or (718) 268-5011 ext. 160

 

You can also get more information about our Older Adult Center programs in Little Neck!