Senator John Liu is hosting a series of events in Flushing in honor of Senior Appreciation Month.
All the events will be held at community centers geared toward seniors. From mooncake celebrations to a slew of birthday celebrations, there are several events to choose from this month.
Senator Liu expressed gratitude to seniors in his district and shared the importance of the annual tradition each September.
“Senior Appreciation Month is a wonderful Queens tradition that invites all to spend time with and celebrate our vibrant senior citizen community. Our seniors are cornerstones of our families who have so much to tell, and we take time this month to hear their stories, learn from their wisdom, and celebrate their contributions to our community,” he said.
“Special thanks to our area’s amazing senior centers for providing such comprehensive services and enrichment experiences, and especially to our seniors who continue to contribute to our community and inspire us daily!”
Mooncake Festival
Senator Liu will celebrate the Mooncake Festival, also known as the mid-autumn festival in Chinese culture, by delivering mooncakes to two centers in Flushing.
Monday, Sept. 16 at 1:30 p.m.
Selfhelp Benjamin Rosenthal Senior Center
45-25 Kissena Blvd. in Flushing
Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 12 p.m.
Taiwan Center
137-44 Northern Blvd. in Flushing
22nd Anniversary of KCS
The Korean Community Services organization, which also has centers in Bayide and Corona, will celebrate its 22nd anniversary at its Flushing Senior Center.
Thursday, Sept. 19 at 12 p.m.
Korean Community Services Flushing Senior Center
42-15 166th St. in Flushing
September Birthday Party
For those with birthdays in September, Senator Liu will host several birthday parties at different locations in Flushing.
Thursday, Sept. 19 at 12:30 p.m.
Queens Community House – Pomonok Community Center
67-09 Kissena Blvd. in Flushing
Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 12 p.m.
Selfhelp Community Services – Latimer Gardens Older Adult Center
34-30 137th St., in Flushing
Friday, Sept. 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Nanshan Senior Center
133-14 41st Ave. in Flushing
Friday, Sept. 27 at 11:30 a.m.
Selfhelp Senior Center Clearview Older Adult Center
208-11 26th Ave. in Flushing