Calendar of Activities and Special Events 

March 2025 

Calendar of Activities & Special Events

 VISIONS at Selis Manor

135 West 23rd Street, NY, NY 10011

646-486-4444




                                                       

●   Please note that OAC members 60 and over are given  priority to sign up for some events.

 

●   You must call or stop by the office to sign up for any events. Everyone is responsible for his/her own sign ups. You cannot sign someone else up.

 

●   You can also make an appointment with a volunteer to help review the calendar.  

 

You can sign up for all special events starting Monday March 3rd

 

OAC Website

Please visit the VISIONS Older Adult Center Website for updated information, calendars and menus at https://oac.visionsvcb.org


 

VISIONS Merchandise

Get your limited edition VISIONS beanie hat only $25, great for the cold windy winter days. We’re having a winter blowout sale. Last call for VISIONS hoodies only $20 each! The 16 oz travel mug, $21 each or two for $35. 0All items are available for purchase on Tuesdays and Thursdays. New totes and long sleeve tees are available soon.

 

Tax Preparations with Single Stop 

Tax Prep with Single Stop

Every Thursday by appointment only

Thursday February 6th through Thursday April 10th

Please call the office and ask for Ann De Shazo ext. 225 or Phillip Keys ext. 223 for an appointment.

 

Senior Expressions

 

Monday March 3, 2025:  Speaker:  Gloria Lee, Family Type Homes for Adults

 

Monday March 10,  2025:  Speaker: Cathleen McGuire, Visions Senior Director of VRT and Outreach:  Topic: rehab services

 

Monday March 17, 2025:  TBA

 

Monday March 24, 2025: Speaker: Alejandra George-Warren,  NYC Department of Transportation:  Topic:  street safety

 

Monday March 31, 2025:  NYU School of Dentistry:  Topic:  dental health

 

Special Events

 

Ambassador Program -

Monday, March 3rd  Snack Bar, 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Facilitator: Elizabeth Campanile (Liz C.) 

Ambassadors only. See Liz C if you are interested in the Ambassador program.

 

Mardi Gras Breakfast

Tuesday, March 4th

Eggs, Breaded Chicken, Biscuits, Grits, Green Grapes.  Non meal card members can pay $5.00 for a meal.  See Liz C. Please sign up

 

HP Volunteer Group

Tuesday, March 11th 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Come for a special breakfast with HP volunteers. Breakfast is limited to 40 participants only.  Must sign up

We will have our regular VISIONS breakfast but we will have some extra treats to go along with the breakfast.

 

St. Patrick’s Day Craft with HP

Tuesday, March 11th 10:30 - 11:30 AM Auditorium

Enjoy a special St. Patty’s Day Craft with HP Volunteers. We will be making a special framed shamrock that you can take home.  Limited to 60 and over OAC members only.  Limited to 7 members only.

 

Feel The Beat Dance Class

Friday, March 14th , Auditorium 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Accessible and immersive dance class.  This is a trial Class - anyone attending will be asked to complete a survey.  See Liz C to sign up.

 

St. Patrick’s Day Lunch

Monday, March 17th 12:00 - 12:45 PM

Potato and Leek Soup, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Veggie Stuffed Cabbage,Irish Soda Bread,  Desert.  Non meal card members can pay $6.00 for a meal.  See Liz C.  Please sign up.

 

Adaptive Living Group

If you are blind or have low vision and want to learn the accessibility features on your smartphone, safely prepare meals, manage your medications, and increase your overall confidence and safety as you live with vision loss, VISIONS offers free in person Adaptive Living Groups for adults 55 and older! You can learn new techniques, skills and discover devices that can assist you to maintain your independence.

Our next group will begin on Wednesday, March 14th at Selis from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

The dates are: 3/14, 3/17, 3/21, 3/24, 3/28

Learning Center 3

If you would like to be part of the group or want more information please contact Cathleen McGuire, Senior Director of Rehab and Outreach at 212-625-1274

 

 

New York Cares Monthly Theme Party

Tuesday, March 18th 10:30 - 11:30 AM     

Facilitator: NY Cares

Come and have some refreshments, snacks and make a craft with NY Cares Volunteers.

 

 Breakfast Club

Wednesday March 19th 9:30 - 10:30 AM Auditorium

Facilitator: Liz Lee

You must sign up directly with Liz Lee for breakfast club at ext. 214 or call her direct phone number at 646-486-0330 starting March 3rd.  You may not sign up for others.  You will be told if you are in the breakfast club or the waiting list.

Join our monthly breakfast club. Priority is for OAC members over 60 years of age. We are limiting the breakfast club to 40 members only.  You must sign up to be a part of the breakfast.  You will receive a sticker once you come in for breakfast.  If you have a birthday in March and want a treat during Breakfast Club, please sign up for that as well.

 

Teachers and Writer’s is back!

Wednesdays, March 19th- May 14th  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Learning Center 2

A Visionaries Workshop with Visions Senior Center and Teachers & Writers Collaborative with Dave Johnson, Omar Ovalle, and Napoleon Felipe

Play’s the Thing: A Playfulness & Creativity Workshop with Lego Blocks, Poetry, and Playwriting

Inspired by The Bauhaus concept, Shakespeare, and the fun of playing, this art and writing workshop explores the common ground between Design and Drama using Lego Blocks. Join the Visionaries as we play to free our minds from our daily struggles through creation with 3D objects and playwriting. Our goal of serenity and happiness will arrive as we allow ourselves to be playful, explore, reconnect with our inner selves, and be fully present. Ultimately, as we connect and inspire, we will seek a renewed awareness and extend it to our daily lives.

 

Josh’s Movie Club:

Thursday, March 20th 3:00 - 5:30 PM Conference Room

Facilitator: Josh Castillo

This month, we’re checking out a classic, Clueless! Join us for snacks and a lively discussion following the movie.

 

Avian’s Craft: Friday, March 21st  10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Learning Center 2

Facilitator: Avian Perez

Join us for a fun and relaxing craft workshop where we’ll welcome spring with a hands-on, sensory-friendly activity! This month, we’ll be making Springtime Scented Hanging Sachets—a simple yet delightful craft designed for all abilities. Using soft fabrics, fragrant herbs like lavender and chamomile, and easy-to-handle materials, you'll create a beautifully scented pouch to freshen up your space or give as a thoughtful gift. Sign up as this is very limited, 8 seniors only.

 

Juilliard Concert

Friday, March 21st 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Auditorium

Why go to Julliard when Julliard will come to us!

Come and listen to the amazing music from the string quartet from Juilliard. Light snacks will be provided for those that sign up in advance.

 

Snacktivities with NY Cares

Thursday, March 27th 1:30pm-3:30pm Auditorium

Come and make healthy snacks such as yogurt parfaits with seasonal fruits and  fun crafts from stained glass windows or making personalized hats.

 

Artshack Ceramics (off site trip)

Friday, March 28th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Facilitator: ArtShack and Melissa Phipps

Join us for a morning of clay sculpting and good conversation. Let the clay be your guide, you never know what you might make. This is an off-site activity at 1127 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Space is limited to the first 12 participants to register.

 

New Member Orientation

Friday, March 28th 10:00 - 11:30 AM Auditorium

This new member orientation will introduce you to all the wonderful programs, activities, and resources we offer.  We'll cover everything from our daily schedule, available classes, volunteer opportunities, and special events.  Come learn how to make the most of your time here and connect with new friends!

 

Looking Ahead: 

 

Juilliard Musical Performances

Wednesday, April 2 at 2pm  Auditorium

Friday, April 18th at 11am Auditorium

Join us for an afternoon of beautiful music performed by students from the renowned Juilliard School. Light snacks will be provided for those that sign up in advance.

 

Annual Vision Rehabilitation Breakfast

Wednesday April 9th 9:00 AM Auditorium

Demos, history, trivia and prizes brought to you by our awesome group of Vision Rehab Therapists.

 

Louis Armstrong Museum

Tuesday, April 8th  10am- 12pm

Louis Armstrong Museum comes to Visions.  Learn, listen and create.

 

New Member Monthly Social

Friday, April 25th,  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Auditorium

This new member orientation will introduce you to all the wonderful programs, activities, and resources we offer.  We'll cover everything from our daily schedule, available classes, volunteer opportunities, and special events.  Come learn how to make the most of your time here and connect with new friends!

 

Pizza Party Social & Trivia

Friday, April 25th 2:00 - 3:30 PM   (Auditorium)

Join us for some pizza party fun and trivia. Must sign up in advance. Limited to 35 OAC members.

 

Art Shack Ceramics

Friday April 26th

 

Recognition Brunch for OAC Members

Tuesday, April 29th,   10:00 - 11:30 AM

You're invited to our Senior Recognition Brunch!  Let's celebrate the wisdom, experience, and contributions of our cherished senior community members. Limited to 60 Participants. Must sign up in advance.

 

Village Preservation Society

Wednesday, April 30th 1:30 PM

 

 

General Program Updates

Food Pantry

We are restocked! If you are interested in pantry items, please stop by the office to see Mike or Phyllis, Monday through Wednesday between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

 

Volunteer Appointments

We have volunteers on site Monday through Friday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Evening volunteers beginning at 5:00 PM are also available.  Please inquire within. All appointments need to be scheduled in advance.  Please NO WALK INS.   To request a volunteer reader or shopper, please contact: Ann De Shazo ext. 225

 

VCB Application Assistance

Tuesdays and Thursdays by Appointment

Carmen Thorne Ext: 304

  

Case Assistance By Appointment

Please feel free to call the office to make appointments for any of the following services: faxing documents, making copies, application assistance, benefits assistance like HEAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Homecare services, recertifications, assistance filling out any forms.

 

Case Assistance w/ Rocky

Rocky will be providing in person case assistance each Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. If you require   a volunteer to help fill out forms or to go online,   you must call the office in advance.  If you need help, leave a message in the office, or reach out to Rocky at extension 217.



Join Our Senior Council and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on our community? We invite you to become a member of our Senior Council and help shape the future of our center. Our Senior Council is comprised of dedicated individuals who work together to address the needs and interests of our senior members. By joining one of our committees Fundraising, Food, or Programming you can contribute your unique perspectives and help us create a vibrant and fulfilling community for all. To learn more, please contact Senior Council Secretary Valerie Buckner, Senior Council Vice- President Donna Hedges, or Senior Council President Yvonne Whitehurst. Senior Council meetings are held monthly.

Event Signups

Please note that OAC members 60 and over are given priority to sign up for certain events. Please note that events are space limited and often supplies are purchased based on RSVP numbers. If you sign up for an event, but need to cancel for any reason, please call the office as soon as possible. We can open the waiting list or avoid excess purchases when you keep us informed. You must call or stop by the office to sign up for any events. Everyone is responsible for his/her own sign ups. You cannot sign someone else up.

 

Bar Codes

As a reminder, please bring your DFTA bar code down for meals for us to scan you in.  No one will be denied a meal if you don't have one or if you forget.  Please reach out to Diana or Elizabeth for a bar code.  Please note that in the event you lose your barcode fob you will be issued a complementary replacement. Should you lose the replacement barcode fob we will charge $5 to replace it. Please ensure to keep your barcode fobs in a safe place.     

            

Money Identifier Application

Sign up in the office if you need assistance to apply for a money identifier.

 

Email Address

If you are interested in having the menu, events and other announcements sent please send an email to elee@visionsvcb.org. You will be added to our email list serve to get regular  updates.

 


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