Join Tyler to learn to create a 3-D paper garden to brighten your room. Watch or create it along with Tyler! Materials: Construction paper-blue, green, brown, white for base colors paper and other colors for flowers, scissors, clear tape, colored markers, and a pencil.

Join Tyler in either watching or working along with her to create lovely crafts using simple materials. Tyler works in marketing by day; however, she loves working with paper and other media to create practical crafts in her spare time. She enjoys researching and finding simple projects for all to share and express their own creativity.

2 Questions for today: Everything in your house is one colour. What is it? 30 days with either a phone or dessert. What do you choose?

Every person has a fantastic life story that needs to be told. In this series of classes, we look at our memories and explore questions, both big and small. Our lives are so different, and we celebrate how different we each are. Our classes usually have a shorter, more straightforward question and a more involved question afterward. All of us share our stories. There are lots of smiles and laughter.

Ross lives in Sydney, Australia, and enjoys hearing how our lives differ. He has been working with Seniors for some time now. Ross continues working part-time in a nursing home, trying to help people live happier, better lives, and very much looks forward to the VSC weekly sessions.

Join Charles for a lot of musical potpourri and a little of “other”! The musical content will include some basic teaching of how to play a piano, singing as a group, viewing music videos to include songs and teaching about music. Then, if time, Charles takes class requests and will devote some time to discussing or finding interesting things on the internet. Enjoy the Entertainment hour!

Charles has always been a music lover and his earliest memories of loving music are hearing his beloved Mom humming, singing and listening to a transistor radio, challenging as it was to tune in to a radio station. Today he wants to bring joy to you by helping you to build a simple toolbox for playing the piano (a super user friendly and approachable instrument), that will enable them to play a lot of song as well as just enjoy the pleasures of singing and listening to Music!

This game will be based on the TV show "What's My Line?". Everyone will get a chance to ask questions to the person whose job they are trying to guess. The person with the "job" can only answer "yes" or "no" to the questions.

The person asking the question will get to keep asking as long as they get "yes" answers to their questions. They will stop when they get a "No" answer and the next person will ask questions. The group will get up to 10 "no" answers to guess their profession to win the game. This is a chance to give your inquisitive minds a real workout!

Dave was formerly a Radiation Therapy Physicist. He loves a variety of gambling games including Poker & Blackjack, as it incorporates memory, psychology, and logic into an interactive group where everyone is an equal and he's happy to share that with the enliveo group!

Improvisation, or Improv, is spontaneous, entertaining, and fun! The first 8 people entering the class who wish to be an actor that day will be doing 2-person scenes for about 5 minutes. It’s a form of live theatre in which the plot, characters and dialogue of a scene or story are made up in the moment. You will be doing 2-person scenes for about 5 minutes. Kathy will give each pair of “actors” a situation. The actors will each be given a character to pretend to play. After the scene is acted the rest of the class will guess what characters they were portraying. There will be several scenes played out as time allows.

Example of a situation for doing an improv scene: You are preparing for your first ride in a hot air balloon.

Kathy Knox discovered improv when she took an improv class in 2016. Since then she has enjoyed teaching and performing improv at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University in Greenville, SC.

This class will focus on gentle stretching and conditioning from head to toe while remaining seated. Terri Pereira is a physical therapist with over 30 years of experience and has a holistic approach to exercise.

She owned her own business for 18 years and retired in 2025. Terri enjoys interacting with people and is excited to host these classes as it helps to fulfill her desire to help others.

The Medicare system can be confusing, with its different plans. Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage Plan – what's the difference, and which option is best for you? What are the deadlines if you are joining Medicare for the first time, or for changing your current Medicare plan? This presentation provides a basic overview of the different parts that make up Medicare, and the different eligibility requirements based on disability, age, and employment situation.

Vivienne Duncan, Esq. is the Director of the Cancer Advocacy (CAP) and Elderlaw Projects at the City Bar Justice Center. She has been the director of the CAP since 2009, which provides cancer patients and survivors with pro bono (no-cost) legal information and assistance. Ms. Duncan can practice law in the US & England. Ms. Duncan worked at the UN in NY & as an in-house attorney for a U.K. company. She is a graduate of the University of Sussex (LLB/JD), & University College London (LLM), in the U.K.

Join Steve to look critically at Ronald Reagan’s presidency and the impact on our country. Was it really “morning in America”(the political slogan)? For whom?

Steve has been teaching American History with VSC since 2018. He has had varied careers as a lawyer, Peace Corps Volunteer, and educator. He taught high school social studies in New York City and retired in 2023 from working in administration with the NYC Department of Education, working with high schools in the Bronx. Steve is married with two grown sons, two dogs, and three cats!

The Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education is a powerful and revolutionary approach to improving one's life. It uses gentle, mindful movement to bring new awareness and possibility into every aspect of one's life. Developed by Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, the Feldenkrais Method has helped millions of people worldwide.

Stacia Gallagher is a skilled teacher of movement with 35+ years of teaching in the movement industry; after a series of car accidents and work-related injuries, she turned her attention to mindful movement practices to help herself cope with the lasting effects of the injuries and to address her physical discomfort to age gracefully with less pain.

She is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, providing Awareness Through Movement classes and Functional Integration® lessons in her private practice in Baltimore County, Maryland. She also maintains a private Pilates practice, training clients of all levels on all equipment.

Join the live Tours brought to you by Wowzitude! Join Susan and the Tour Guide at a vast array of amazing cities in the US and the World as they guide to the landmark and iconic sites. The Tour Guide will comment on what is happening live at the moment! There's no experience like it!

Take a virtual trip to the casino and try your luck at beating the dealer at blackjack (same as 21). The first 6 players who sign in will get a seat at the table and get a chance to be the big winner! Please read the rules for playing under the "Materials" tab before coming to class. You are more than welcome to come and just watch to get familiar with the rules.

Dave was formerly a Radiation Therapy Physicist. He loves a variety of gambling games, including Poker and blackjack, as they incorporate memory, psychology, and logic into an interactive group where everyone is equal, and he's happy to share that with the VSC group!

Joe leads classes on various contemporary topics with humor and lots of information! He looks forward to your input, no matter what side of the issue you're on. Join in!

Joe holds both an MA in School Administration and a J.D. He taught HS Social Studies for decades and practiced law even after retiring. He has presented at many conferences on law-related topics and continues to present on the constitution, current events, and social issues to local organizations. His wife is a college professor and former public school Principal, his daughter is a teacher, and his son is a journalist. He’s most proud to be a grandfather of 5 girls, motivating his interest in the American family.

In 1988, artist, writer, and activist Faith Ringgold (1930 – 2024) created one of her most important works, Woman on a Bridge #1 of 5: Tar Beach. This monumental quilt tells the story of a young girl who dreams of flying from her Harlem rooftop to celebrate her own freedom. The current exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum dives into Ringgold’s artistic influences and the lasting impact she has had on later generations of artists.

Sharon Vatsky, former director of School, Teacher, Family programs at the Guggenheim, will present the slide talk focusing on Ringgold’s influences, work, and legacy.

Join David for a class focusing on increasing strength and improving overall vitality for various health-related issues such as Arthritis, balance, etc. They include a mixture of movements based on yoga, pilates, and PT exercises. Do as many or as few exercises as you can, as he explains how the exercises help you with your daily movement.

David is a NASM certified personal trainer and holds a certification in Senior Fitness. He also specializes in Parkinson Wellness Recovery programs from PWR4LIFE. His business focuses on Mature Adults, leads individual and group training of all ages, as well as works with people with various conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer's disease. David also teaches in the Arts & Science department for the past 16 years as part time Faculty for Columbia College in Chicago, IL.

Learn what QR codes are, why they’re used, and how to safely scan them with your smartphone. We’ll cover common uses, safety tips, and do some hands-on practice—no tech experience needed! Join Johanna of Smarter Service for Tech tips, including using your device, surfing the internet, using Email, and many more relevant tips to keep up with today's technology trends.

Johanna has over a decade of experience in the tech industry and is passionate about helping older adults navigate and build confidence with technology. Originally from Texas—a place she still fondly calls home—Johanna now resides in Phoenix, Arizona, with her husband of over 12 years and their three beautiful children. When she's not spending time with her family, Johanna enjoys baking and decorating cakes!

Alan leads classes combining history with literature and has thought-provoking conversations about both! Alan was a lawyer and an investment banker. In 2010 he obtained a Masters degree in Literature/History. He then also became an Author.

Maegan enjoys leading classes on Women Leaders and researching women from all walks of life from the past to the present. Join her to learn about these dynamic women!

Maegan is an editor and French translator by profession. Both of these positions allow her to work with writers, artists, nonprofits, and businesses worldwide. Her work combines two passions: helping people build relationships through communication and learning new things.

Maegan moved to NYC in 2011 for the Publishing and Digital Media program at NYU. She was excited to discover an online community center for older adults--something she had longed to see in her home city of Montreal while working for HelpAge Canada. She has been leading VSC classes ever since and cherishes the bond she shares with the participants over women leaders throughout history and their influence on our lives today. She loves to spend time in nature and has two small dogs, Cindy and Tucker (who sometimes pop in on classes!)

Join Callie to explore timeless wisdom and modern science about what makes life fulfilling at any age. This class will focus on finding ways to live with greater purpose and joy.

Learn about practical & proven tools to cultivate well-being and improve happiness in your everyday life. From tips on creating habits to build positive emotions to developing resilience skills to deal with stress and challenges that arise in everyday life, this class will help you find ways to have a more positive mindset.

Callie received her certificate in Positive Psychology in 2017. During the pandemic, she began hosting online workshops and presentations for individuals and small groups. She is a NYC native, a graduate of CUNY, and a media professional. She’s also a lifelong learner interested in growth & transformation and passionate about helping others find ways to positively improve their everyday lives.

Join Cheryl, Ron, and volunteers as they showcase their furry friends. Enjoy their antics, cuteness, and tricks. They're waiting for you to have a great time! CJ will be hosting calls with her special little dog, Lucy! They are a therapy dog team that loves serving others virtually and in person.

Lucy is an AKC Distinguished Therapy Dog and a trickster! She also has the AKC Performer Elite title (highest level). They are excited to host these virtual pet therapy calls with VSC and look forward to having fun visits with you! Ron will be hosting or co-hosting with his dogs, Snow & Rosie - a sure good time!

Discover the art of chess with Benjamin and fellow students as your guides! Each class begins with a brief introduction, after which you'll move into separate 'breakout rooms,' where individual students will lead you through the intricacies of chess piece movements. Not only is chess a delightful pastime, but it also nurtures memory, logic, and fosters social connections. So, get ready for some fun!

Benjamin and his friends are passionate about chess, often competing in tournaments. Benjamin, in particular, is the driving force behind 'Chess in the Homes,' an intergenerational chess program. He and most of his fellow chess enthusiasts who facilitate VSC classes attend Stuyvesant High School.

2 Questions for today: The animals speak. What is the most frightening? If you joined the circus, what would your act be?

Every person has a fantastic life story that needs to be told. In this series of classes, we look at the memories of our lives. We explore the questions, both big and small. All of our lives are so different, and we celebrate how different we each are.

Our classes usually have a shorter, more straightforward question and a more involved question afterward. All of us share our stories. There are lots of smiles and laughter.

Ross lives in Sydney, Australia, and he enjoys hearing about the differences in our lives in the US. He has been happily working with Seniors for many years. Ross works part-time in a nursing home, trying to help people live happier, better lives, and looks forward to the VSC weekly sessions very much.

Join Charles for a lot of musical potpourri and a little of “other”! The musical content will include some basic teaching of how to play a piano, singing as a group, viewing music videos to include songs and teaching about music. Then, if time, Charles takes class requests and will devote some time to discussing or finding interesting things on the internet. Enjoy the Entertainment hour!

Charles has always been a music lover and his earliest memories of loving music are hearing his beloved Mom humming, singing and listening to a transistor radio, challenging as it was to tune in to a radio station. Today he wants to bring joy to you by helping you to build a simple toolbox for playing the piano (a super user friendly and approachable instrument), that will enable them to play a lot of song as well as just enjoy the pleasures of singing and listening to Music!

This game will be based on the TV show "What's My Line?". Everyone will get a chance to ask questions to the person whose job they are trying to guess. The person with the "job" can only answer "yes" or "no" to the questions.

The person asking the question will get to keep asking as long as they get "yes" answers to their questions. They will stop when they get a "No" answer and the next person will ask questions. The group will get up to 10 "no" answers to guess their profession to win the game. This is a chance to give your inquisitive minds a real workout!

Dave was formerly a Radiation Therapy Physicist. He loves a variety of gambling games including Poker & Blackjack, as it incorporates memory, psychology, and logic into an interactive group where everyone is an equal and he's happy to share that with the enliveo group!

Improvisation, or Improv, is spontaneous, entertaining, and fun! The first 8 people entering the class who wish to be an actor that day will be doing 2-person scenes for about 5 minutes. It’s a form of live theatre in which the plot, characters and dialogue of a scene or story are made up in the moment. You will be doing 2-person scenes for about 5 minutes. Kathy will give each pair of “actors” a situation. The actors will each be given a character to pretend to play. After the scene is acted the rest of the class will guess what characters they were portraying. There will be several scenes played out as time allows.

Example of a situation for doing an improv scene: You are preparing for your first ride in a hot air balloon.

Kathy Knox discovered improv when she took an improv class in 2016. Since then she has enjoyed teaching and performing improv at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University in Greenville, SC.