Our members had so much fun yesterday at our Paint n Sip Event sponsored by the New York Mets! We want to extend a special thank you to the Amazin' Mets Foundation for their overall support and the Senior Smiles with The Mets for sponsoring this event at our Roosevelt Island older adult center.

Our members are so excited for the solar eclipse coming up on Monday! CBN would like to say a special thank you to Northwell Health Eye Institute for providing us with safety glasses so that we can enjoy the upcoming eclipse - safely!
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We had a blast hosting Molina Healthcare for an informative and fun planting experience at Covello Older Adult Center! we learned about the important aspects of healthy living and taking care of yourself in all phases of life.

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Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! All of us at CBN would like to thank you all for the support you give to our programs, we couldn't do it without our dedicated volunteers!
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March is Social Work Month, and this year's theme is 'Empowering Social Workers!' CBN thanks all social workers and caseworkers for everything they do. To learn more about our Social Service Unit, visit carterburdennetwork.org/socialservices

March is #WomensHistoryMonth , a time where we reflect on the contributions of women to United States history! This year's theme, 'Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” recognizes women who advocate for a positive future by eliminating bias and discrimination.

Today, #NYC Aging teamed up with American Heart Association at CarterBurdenNetwork Covello OAC announcing that 20 blood pressure monitors will be in 10 centers in the city.

This #HeartMonth , and all year long, we look forward to helping older adults remain healthy has they age.
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Today we are highlighting Spike Lee, an American film director, producer, screenwriter, actor, and author. Lee has received numerous accolades for his feature films and has sparked critical acclaim for his portrayal of Black characters and stories in a nuanced and diverse way.

All of us at CBN are so excited to share this news coverage from Spectrum News NY1 Noticias, highlighting our Covello Older Adult Center's recent 104th Birthday Party for member Esther Semidey, as well as a Valentines Day party!
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We would like to extend a big thank you to the team at PitchBook for volunteering for meal service at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club yesterday - every Black History Month they celebrate in many ways, and this year to give back to the community they partnered with us!

We had a blast celebrating Valentines Day at the Carter Burden Luncheon Club yesterday! Members dressed up in festive colors, had a Valentines Day lunch, and created Valentines for each other.

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Happy Lunar New Year! 2024 is the year of the dragon, one of the most revered zodiac signs in Chinese culture. Wishing everyone a wonderful Lunar New Year!

Happy Black History Month! Alice Walker is an American novelist, poet, Pulitzer Prize winner, and human rights activist. Walker has published many bestselling novels and short stories, discussing topics such as Civil Rights, heartbreak, emotional healing, women and sexuality.

February is Black History Month! This year’s theme highlights African Americans’ influence on the arts, using their creative expression to discuss important issues and empower their communities. We will be highlighting various Black Artists this month so stay tuned for more!

Learn how to sew at CBN! We offer a diverse class selection of textile arts including sewing, quilt making, clothing construction, and more. To learn more, visit our website at carterburdennetwork.org!

Happy 53rd Anniversary of CBN! As the older adult population in NYC grows, CBN is dedicating this year to expanding and creating inclusive opportunities for all older adults. To learn more about our goals for 2024, read our Annual Report FY 2023 at bit.ly/48SbfBo!

At CBN, we believe that your physical & emotional well-being are equally important to day-to-day living. Our Health & Wellness Programs offer a range of workshops, lectures and classes that help you positively impact your health. Visit carterburdennetwork.org to learn more!

Happy New Year! To celebrate 2024, we are looking back at some of our favorite moments at Carter Burden Network captured throughout 2023. From all of us at CBN, thank you to all of the members, staff, and board for making 2023 special. We hope 2024 will be even better!

The Carter Burden Luncheon Club’s Christmas Day Luncheon was a huge success! Thanks to generous donations from CBN Board Members, older adults were able to enjoy a festive Christmas Day with CBN complete with lunch, decorations, and festive desserts.

Happy Kwanzaa! As an African-American and Pan-African holiday, Kwanzaa celebrates Black heritage in the US and African heritage around the world. This holiday brings people together for feasts, lighting candles, celebrations, & honoring the history and present of African culture.