At Fort Greene Council, Inc. , we believe that community engagement is one of the most powerful ways to create meaningful change — and this week at our Grace Agard-Harewood Older Adult Club , that power was on full display. We were honored to welcome NYC mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani  for a special Sip-N-Paint  event with our older adults. The afternoon blended art, open dialogue, and connection , creating a vibrant space where participants could express themselves both

At Fort Greene Council’s Zest for Life Older Adult Club  in Flatbush, Brooklyn, empowerment takes many forms — and this week, it took center stage in style! Our members stepped onto the red carpet  with confidence, flair, and plenty of personality for our Red Carpet Hat Show . Dressed to impress and brimming with self-expression, participants showcased hats that ranged from elegant and classic to bold and downright whimsical. Each one told a story — of creativity, confidence,

Halloween at Young Minds Day Care  was an absolute treat! Our Young Scholars  celebrated in style — dressed as adorable little ghosts, superheroes, princesses, and pumpkins — for a morning of intergenerational fun  with the amazing staff and older adults of Fort Greene Council, Inc.  and the Grace Agard-Harewood Older Adult Club . The smiles were contagious as our students went trick-or-treating  through the building, collecting goodies and sharing giggles with our older adul

💗 We’re back again with more well wishes for NYC Aging! This time, the message comes straight from the heart of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn , where Ms. Julia , a cherished longtime member of our Grace-Agard Harewood Older Adult Club , shares her appreciation and love for NYC Aging. Ms. Julia has been part of the FGC family for years — participating in programs, events, and daily activities that keep our older adult community thriving. Her words remind us of just how impactful NYC

🍎✨ There’s nothing like Autumn in New York City , and nothing says fall fun  quite like a trip to the orchard! This past Friday, the young scholars of Fort Greene Council’s Young Minds Day Care (YMDC)  took a special fall trip to celebrate the season. Our students explored winding mazes , picked fresh apples straight from the trees , and enjoyed a full day of laughter, learning, and discovery under the crisp autumn sky. 🍂 The annual apple-picking trip is a favorite among st

🎥✨ Today was an incredibly special day at Fort Greene Council! NYC Aging stopped by our very own Claudette Macey Broadcast Studio  to film an exciting new cooking segment as part of their NYC-wide broadcast via Zoom . The featured dish? A delicious and cozy Fall Squash Soup  — the perfect recipe to celebrate the season! 🍂🥣 Our staff and members were thrilled to welcome NYC Aging’s team into our studio for this heartwarming collaboration. The cooking segment showcased not o

Zest for Life Older Adult Club Walks for Breast Cancer Awareness The Zest for Life Older Adult Club  brought incredible energy and purpose to Flatbush, Brooklyn, with their inspiring “Fight Like a Girl” Breast Cancer Awareness Event! Members proudly took to the streets of Little Haiti , dressed in pink, to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection within their community. 💕 After their walk, the group gathered back at the club for a heartfelt a

🎀 We were LIVE at the Willoughby Older Adult Club  in Downtown Brooklyn for their annual Think Pink Tea Party  — a vibrant and heartfelt celebration dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Members and guests came together for a beautiful afternoon filled with education, encouragement, and empowerment.  The event highlighted the strength of survivors, the importance of regular screenings, and the power of community support in

Our Hazel Brooks Older Adult Club  is back with another fabulous Breast Cancer Awareness Event  — and it was just as heartwarming and beautiful as last year! This special annual gathering brought members together to share stories, memories, reflections, and vital education  on breast cancer awareness and prevention. The event created a space for both learning and healing, reminding everyone of the importance of early detection, regular screenings, and community support. From

Fort Greene Council leadership is proud to announce that our Zest for Life Older Adult Club, along with the dynamic duo behind all the magic happening there, has been selected as our October 2025 Highlight.   The incredible transformation taking place at this site is nothing short of inspiring — a testament to the leadership, teamwork, and dedication that continue to define the Fort Greene Council family.   At the heart of this transformation is Ms. Barbara Brutus, a familiar