Yesterday marked a truly meaningful and celebratory moment for the Fort Greene Council family as we officially welcomed members back into the Christopher Blenman Older Adult Club for the first event held in the center since its extensive renovation. After more than a year of construction and transformation, the reopening felt less like an event and more like a heartfelt homecoming. Throughout the renovation process, our members showed extraordinary patience, resilience, and l

The spirit of the season was truly alive at the Remsen–Sarita Jean Older Adult Club  during our annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Caroling Concert . This cherished holiday tradition brought members, staff, and guests together for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and heartfelt joy. From the beautifully curated song selections to the touching Christmas play performed by our talented members, every moment of the program reminded us why this time of year is so

Ageism is something many of us face more than once in our lifetimes—first when we’re young and told we’re “too inexperienced,” and later when we’re older and assumed to be “less capable.” It’s discrimination based solely on age, and it shows up in subtle ways every day: in stereotypes, in exclusion, and in rules or behaviors that limit people simply because of how old they are. What makes ageism especially harmful is that it can affect anyone, at any stage of life. It is ofte