August 2026 

Calendar of Activities & Special Events

 VISIONS at Selis Manor

135 West 23rd Street, NY, NY 10011

646-486-4444

Event & Class Registration

• Registration for all August events begins Monday, July 27th.

• Call or stop by the office to sign up. 

• You must sign up for yourself; registering for others is not allowed.

• Sign-ups are strictly from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for the week of July 27th

• After the first week, sign up anytime during regular office hours.

• Book an appointment with a volunteer to review the calendar together.

• If you sign up for an event and cannot attend please tell the office.

OAC Website

• Visit oac.visionsvcb.org for updated information, calendars, and menus.

VISIONS Merchandise

Please be advised that as of August 1st, the price for Ambutech canes will be $33 for standard and $35 for custom color canes. Graphite canes are by special order only. The next cane order day will be in October.

At this time, there is no new merchandise available. If this changes, an announcement will be made. Sorry for any inconvenience. We have some older items available in limited sizes and quantities if anyone is interested.

Snack Bar

The Snacks are Back! Please stop in between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. 

Senior Expressions- Mondays @ 12:30pm

Monday August 3, 2026 

Speaker: Rocky Simms:  Topic:  Trivia

Monday August 10, 2026:  

Speaker:  Marie Kernizan, NYS EPIC program:  Topic:  program overview

Monday August 17, 2026:  

Speaker:  Max Nicolai, NYC Attorney’s Office:  Topic:   elder abuse

Monday August 24, 2026:  TBA

Monday August 31, 2026:  

Speaker: Max Nicolai,  NYC District Attorney’s Office:  Topic:  identity theft

Monthly Class Offerings

Ambassador Program

When: Monday, August 3rd

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Where: library

Facilitator: Liz Campanile

Ambassadors only - let’s plan for fall!

Perfect Parfaits & Health Trivia

When: Thursday August 6, 2026

Time: 10:00 - 11:45 AM

Where: Auditorium

Facilitator: Ann & Liz C.

Join us and our partners from Kashable for a hands-on parfait making workshop, where you’ll layer fresh fruit, creamy yogurt and flavorful toppings to design your own picture perfect parfait! This workshop is limited to 25 participants.

Feel The Beat - Dance Class 

When: Friday, August 7th

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Where:  Auditorium

Facilitator: Feel The Beat and Liz C

Class will take place on the first Friday of every month.  Come join this fun dance class and Feel The Beat. Anyone can join.

Liz’s Lab: BBQ Spice Blend

When: Tuesday, August 4th

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Where: conference room

Facilitator: Liz Campanile/Ann DeShazo

A favorite Liz's Lab activity is back! Join us as we mix, measure, and create your own signature Summer BBQ Spice Blend to take home. This versatile seasoning is perfect for grilled vegetables, chicken, burgers, tofu, potatoes, and more. Learn how herbs and spices can add delicious flavor while reducing the need for extra salt, then customize your blend to match your own taste. Bring your mason jar.  Limits 10 members

Poster House Museum Verbal Tour

When: Monday, August 17th

Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Where: Poster House - leaving VISIONS lobby at 11 AM sharp

Facilitator: Liz C

Sign up to walk over to Poster House Museum for an in person verbal presentation of ‘Act Black’ Posters from Black American Stage and Screen.  This tour will explore six different posters. The collection documents aspects of the historic innovations of playwrights, composers, directors, and producers for Black actors as they sought to represent life and experiences for Black audiences through their own creative perspectives. Limited to 10 OAC members.

Golden Prom

When: Tuesday, August 25th

Time:10am -12pm 

Where: Auditorium

Facilitator: NYCares/ Ann / Diana

Join our special prom sponsored by New York Cares for a fun-filled morning of dancing, custom mocktails, and a Soul Train line. We will also be crowning our Prom King and Queen.

Ice Cream Social 

When: Friday, August 28th

Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Where: Auditorium

Facilitator: NYCares/ Diana

Cool off with us at our Summer Ice Cream Social! We’re scoopin' up your favorite flavors. Stop by to grab a treat, relax, and enjoy some time with friends and neighbors. Limited to 25 Participants. Sign up required.

Looking Ahead

White Cane Day Breakfast 

When: Thursday, October 15th

Time: 9:30 - 11:00 AM

Where: Auditorium

Facilitator: Cathleen McGuire and the Orientation and Mobility Specialists

Cane Clinic 

When: Thursday, October 15th

Time: 12:30 - 2:30 PM

Where: Auditorium

Facilitator: Bill Hixson and the Orientation and Mobility Specialists

Programs Returning in the Fall on Summer Break

• Artshack Ceramics

• Senior Council Monthly Meeting 

• Josh’s Movie Club 

Food Pantry

• When: Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

• How: Just stop by the main office. 

Volunteer Appointments (No Walk-Ins)

• Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

• Evening Hours: Starting at 5:00 PM.

• To Book: Contact Ann De Shazo at extension 225 or Liz Campanile extension 213 to schedule an appointment.

Case Assistance & Applications

By appointment only. Call the office to book an appointment for help with paperwork (faxing, copies, forms), benefits (HEAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Homecare), recertifications, or money identifier applications.

• Mondays, Tuesday, & Thursdays: Phyllis

• Tuesdays: Rocky

• Wednesdays & Thursdays (VCB Applications): Carmen

Meal Service Policies & Updates

• To meet NYC Aging regulations, you must be present to receive breakfast and lunch. Friends, family, or home attendants cannot pick up meals for you.

• Our new catering vendor is officially active! Please keep sharing your feedback on the new menu with us.

Voluntary Contributions

• Contributions during meal times are entirely voluntary. Choosing not to contribute will never affect your meals, classes, or events.

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• What You Get: The monthly menu, event calendars, and center announcements sent straight to your inbox.

• How to Join: Send an email request to Jose at jozuna@visionsvcb.org.

Current Services & Class Offerings

• Support groups

• Fitness Classes, open gym

• Creative Arts Classes

• Technology Classes

• nutrition groups

• Spanish speaking groups

• Information and advocacy

• Volunteers & Readers 

• Farmers Market vouchers, Seasonal Produce Bag

• Daily Meal Service *Vegetarian options offered daily - breakfast and lunch

• Benefits and Case Assistance