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SENIOR GROUP EXERCISE

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Strengthen the whole body from warm-up to cool-down with various fun exercises. The instructor will lead you in rhythmic movement and aerobics, balance and coordination exercises, as well as strength training. Come join the group and workout to great music!

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MEMOIR WRITING

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

Join us for a weekly writing session led by Author and Poet Jon Curley. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free program, space is limited, registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov 

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CHESS LESSONS FOR CHILDREN

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Classes designed for children to experience chess at their level: Beginners (Pawns), for kids to learn how the pieces move, intermediate (Knights), where kids who know how the pieces move learn strategy and tactics, and advanced (Rooks), for kids with experience. Space is limited, registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov  

KINDIE ROCK: Sonia de los Santos

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Our fantastic roster of Kindie Rock performers lead families with little ones in rocking sing-a-longs! Free program, space is limited - First come, first served. 

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FIGURE DRAWING

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. Free program, space is limited, registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

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PRESCHOOL PLAY & ART

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Calling all toddlers! Interactive play, art-making, and more. For walking toddlers through preschool-aged children and accompanying adults. Adults participate throughout the program.  Registration required, please email at: registration@bpca.ny.gov

MEET ME IN THE KITCHEN: MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES

Asphalt Green 212 North End Avenue, NY

Nutritionist Lauren C. Kelly offers creative twists on classic recipes, food prep and cooking trends. From appetizers, to entrees, to dessert, learn how to design menus using helpful tips and current research findings for better health and eating. Free program, space is limited, registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov

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TUNES & TALES FOR TODDLERS

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

Calling all toddlers! Interactive music-making, story-telling and more. For walking toddlers through preschool-aged children and accompanying adults. Adults participate throughout the program. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov.  

POLY STYRENE: I AM A CLICHE

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

The Paradox Docs series features contradictory yet fascinating stories from unlikely sources.  In celebration of Women's History month, "Poly Styrene: I am a Cliche" (2021), directed by Celeste Bell and Paul Sng, follows  a journey through the archives of punk icon and X-Ray Spex front-woman Poly Styrene. Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion will follow the screenings.

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SENIOR GROUP EXERCISE

6 River Terrace 6 River Terrace, New York

Strengthen the whole body from warm-up to cool-down with various fun exercises. The instructor will lead you in rhythmic movement and aerobics, balance and coordination exercises, as well as strength training. Come join the group and workout to great music!

Recurring

MEMOIR WRITING

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

Join us for a weekly writing session led by Author and Poet Jon Curley. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free program, space is limited, registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov