Jessica Melnicoff of the Queens Borough Democratic Club, organizer David Adorno, and Barbra, one of the delighted seniors. Photo courtesy of David Adorno.
Valentine’s Day was a real smash this year at the Ridgewood Older Adult’s Center. A party was held at the center with almost two hundred seniors in attendance. Attendees were treated to some great music, lunch, chocolates and a lot of dancing. The Queens borough Democratic Club led by its founder, President Etienne David Adorno organized and sponsored he event held on Saturday, February 16th.
Everyone had a great time especially senior citizen, Zach Kuchen, who said “The food was good. The dancing was good. I hope they have it next week!”
Organizer Adorno said, “We wanted to make sure that they [the seniors] weren’t forgotten on Valentine’s Day, especially on a holiday when a lot of them, who may be widowers may be down.”
Seniors had a real dance party and stepped out to the sounds of Tommy Dorsey and other big band music. Photo courtesy of David Adorno.
Tropical Restaurant of Ozone Park donated the food served at the lunch. Local organizations and merchants donated gift bags for the seniors to take home, filled with colognes, other toiletries and chocolates.
Jacqueline Eradiri, Executive Director of the Center, said “We all really had a good time today. The seniors are now spoiled. They told me they want them to throw parties all the time now!”
