Are you surrounded by clutter? Either a little or a lot? Do you wish you could use your dining room table to eat off of and not be a catch-all for stuff? Then come to this class...and bring your clutter!

Felice will motivate you (who are we kidding, the push!) to start saying "Buh-bye!" to your clutter during class. She will also offer great tips for doing it on your own if you want.

Felice is an award-winning author, motivational speaker, and professional organizer with extensive experience helping people get rid of stuff and live the lives they want.

This class discusses the impact of current events and cultural trends on our daily lives. Discussions of current topics include what's going on in schools, the internet and our privacy in fashion, scientific breakthroughs in Israel, and how what's going on in China affects us. News items are interspersed with travelogues from trips taken around the world.

Formerly a corporate attorney building and financing major pipelines, storage terminals, and power plants, and negotiating derivatives documentation, Alice now takes history classes through Northwestern University and Florence Melton, exercises with tai chi, play mah jongg and indulges in an addictive travel habit. She has visited and photographed places on all seven continents (yes, including Antarctica).

Alice also avidly follows the Chicago sports teams and thoroughbred horse racing. In August 2021, she and her husband renewed their vows for their 51st wedding anniversary.

Soon, people of the Jewish faith will be celebrating Passover. Norman will review the most popular holiday traditions, such as the Seder and Passover foods, and will provide samplings from many Haggadahs which he has used in the past. You are invited to share your traditions, as everyone celebrates Passover differently.

Norman Reiss has long been an advocate for older adults, starting with when he helped older relatives deal with issues involving residence changes and addressing health issues.

Since 2019, Norman has helped clients at DOROT, GetSetUp, and Greenwich House, creating and promoting programs, both in person and online. He is also a veteran Virtual Senior Center facilitator, having led classes since 2012.

Dr. Margaret Huynh is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College. She is an attending neurointensivist and neurologist at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Queens.

Dr. Huynh is board-certified in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She specializes in diagnosing and treating severe neurological injuries in the intensive care setting, including, but not limited to, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, neuromuscular disorders, meningitis, encephalitis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, stroke, seizures, and anoxic brain injury.

She received her medical degree from Midwestern University in Chicago as a Sigma Sigma Phi Honors Society member. She then completed a Neurology residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident. She returned to the East Coast, completing a Neurocritical Care fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

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 out, the rest of the class will guess what characters they are 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 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!

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!

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 Rachel and learn about the different types of traditional Chinese healing techniques and how they are performed.

Rachel is an honors sophomore student at Pace University majoring in Health Science. She has aspirations to become a heart surgeon in the future. Her hobbies include reading and exploring different cafes.

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.

Join Maisha on a trip to Bangladesh, a country in South Asia. Learn about the rich food, clothing, music, and so much more!

Maisha is a junior at Stony Brook University studying biology. She is currently the Operations Manager of her university chapter's The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society club.

Join Lauren for this session and delve into Chinese folk instruments and music enjoyed throughout time. We’ll discuss the history and making of folk instruments, the kind of music they make, and the significance of them in Chinese culture.

Lauren is a candidate for a Master of Social Work degree at Columbia University. I invite you to join me at VSC as we explore the rich history and culture of China through a personal lens. This series, China Through My Eyes, is an opportunity to share various aspects of my heritage with you. Together, we’ll uncover the stories of the past that have shaped China into what it is today.

Aging isn’t just about getting older—it’s an opportunity for growth, connection, and fulfillment. This class will explore practical strategies to challenge ageism, foster lifelong learning, build social connections, and enhance overall well-being.

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 Melinda and friends for an engaging and interactive session where you’ll step into the role of a judge! Together, we’ll read through real court cases, discuss the facts, and explore the verdicts. Share your thoughts and see if you would rule the same way!

Melinda is a dedicated Case Manager with years of experience working with older adults and a current MSW student and intern. Melinda is passionate about creating safe spaces where individuals can openly share their thoughts and opinions, fostering meaningful discussions and empowering older adults to connect and engage with one another.

This presentation honors and celebrates the achievements of women who have defied societal norms, shattered glass ceilings, and paved the way for future generations. It provides historical context, highlights key events, and discusses the lasting impact of these pioneering women in politics, science, activism, and beyond.

Born and raised in NYC’s Lower East Side to Dominican parents, Evelyn’s heart beats to the rhythms of the Dominican Republic. Passionate about sharing her heritage, she brings the DR to life through its music, food, and traditions. Get ready for an engaging and exciting cultural journey!

Ever wanted to learn more about common chronic diseases? Please join Ashni as she delves deeper into Diabetes and broadly covers its causes, symptoms, prevention, and management.

Ashni is a recent public health science graduate from the University of Maryland. Currently, she works as a medical assistant and is applying to become a physician assistant. In her free time, she enjoys attending Pilates, traveling, and spending time with her dog, Bonsai.

In celebration of Women's History Month, this lesson explores the many contributions of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).

She currently serves as the Education Coordinator at the New York Historical Society, where she manages the Museum’s internship program for college and graduate students and supports programming related to the Museum’s many initiatives for students and teachers.

Originally from Newport News, Virginia, she relocated to attend St. John’s University in 2011 and has called New York City home since. Other than her love for history, she is a lover of fashion, travel, animals, game shows, and great food.

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!

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!

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.

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 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 your friends and play some Dealer's Choice poker. When it is your turn to deal, you get to choose between Texas Hold'em and stud poker with wild card variations. The first 6 players who sign in will play at the table and have a chance to be the big winner for the night! This is not a class on how to play; you should already be familiar with the rules for stud and Texas Hold'em.

If you are uncomfortable playing but just want to watch and learn how the game is played, you are more than welcome to join the session and pick up some pointers! The hand rankings for poker are posted under the "Materials" tab if you wish to print that out.

Dave was formerly a Radiation Therapy Physicist. He loves poker, as it incorporates memory, psychology, and logic into an interactive group where everyone is equal, and he's happy to share that with the VSC group!

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 you to landmarks and iconic sites. The Tour Guide will comment on what is happening as it’s occurring in real time. There's no experience like it!

The Sparks ensemble is a unique trio featuring harp (Krissy Teng), violin (Yubin Kim), and clarinet (Yvonne Wang). Their program will explore the mix of classical and popular music, offering you a journey through familiar and new soundscapes. They will also engage you in interactive activities, encouraging you to connect with the music creatively and personally.

Join the Sparks ensemble, a dynamic trio of harp, violin, and clarinet, as they blend classical and contemporary music for a special experience. The performance invites the audience on a shared musical journey, where they can engage with the ensemble and help create a unique and memorable moment.

Cole Porter, best known perhaps as the composer/lyricist for the 1949 smash Broadway show, "Kiss Me Kate", wrote many other great songs in the decades before. Join Stephen on this tour of the earlier show tunes of the unique and irrepressible Cole Porter. Stephen will invite you to “name that tune” after playing a few bars on the keyboard!

Stephen grew up in Western NY and attended the University of Toronto. He loves to play and sing all kinds of music, including classical, jazz, Broadway, and folk. He's retired and has lived in San Diego with his wife, Susan, since 2001. He participates in church music ministry and performs in retirement communities and at jazz jam sessions. For variety, he and Susan play at traditional Irish music sessions around town - Stephen on fiddle

Every life holds wisdom, resilience, and meaning. Join Abby for a guided reflection on your life’s journey, exploring key moments, values, and lessons. Through discussion and simple exercises, we’ll celebrate your experiences, find purpose in your story, and discover ways to share your wisdom. No writing is required—just bring your memories and an open heart!

Abby is an MSW candidate attending the Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University. She is interning at Selfhelp, working in the VSC/enliveo department. She looks forward to discussing wellness and hearing about what strategies you have to keep life meaningful and healthy.

Join Evelyne in these interactive sessions to discuss normal changes in our body as we age and learn practical tips for staying healthy.

Evelyne worked as a Clinical Social Worker for many years in Montreal, Canada. After immigrating to Los Angeles, California, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing and a certification as a Nurse Practitioner at the University of Southern California, where she worked for over 25 years in endocrinology, taught in the School of Nursing, and gave conferences nationally on topics of diabetes care.

Evelyne retired from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she was Director of the Diabetes Education Program in the Division of Endocrinology of UCLA's health system. She is passionate about education to help people stay engaged in their self-health.

Join Danny for an overview of different cruise ports in Canada!

Danny teaches statistics and became a travel agent after planning a few trips for his family. Almost every trip he has taken within the last 12 years involves a cruise.

Join Rachel to learn about the different exercises you can do at home and why it is important.

Rachel is an honors sophomore student at Pace University majoring in Health Science. She aspires to become a heart surgeon in the future. Her hobbies include reading and exploring different cafes.