January Volunteering Recap
From the Volunteer Director, Thank you to everyone who showed up for our MLK Day of Service. Your time, energy, and care made a real difference. The meal and diaper kits you packed are already reaching families who need them. That day was about more than assembling supplies. It was neighbors coming together, working side […]
Street Closures Near Riverdale Y
W 256th St is closed, Please Plan For DelaysATTN: W 256th between Riverdale Ave and Arlington Ave is closed due to ConEd repairs. No traffic is permitted up or down the hill. We urge you to walk or take public transit until further notice. If you are driving, W 259 is open in both directions. […]
Fall Festival Recap
This past Sunday, October 26, the Riverdale Y Sunday Market came alive for our annual Fall Festival — and this year, it truly felt like a vibrant town square. The market was buzzing with energy, featuring over 30 local vendors and community organizations, plus a full day of family fun. Kids had a blast with pumpkin […]
Fitness and Sports Programs During Early Voting and Election Day
Sunday, October 26 All sports programs are cancelled Pickleball is cancelled Monday, October 27 Fitness class will be held at the half-court Tuesday, October 28 – Friday, October 31 Morning fitness classes will take place in the Gymnasium Saturday, November 1 Facility is closed Sunday, November 2 All sports programs are […]
Early Voting at Riverdale Y
We’re proud to be an early voting site for elections here in New York City. Here is the early voting schedule, as set by the city election officials: Not sure if Riverdale Y is your polling site? Visit findmypollsite.vote.nyc
September Volunteering Recap at Riverdale Y
From the Volunteer Director, As the sweetness of Rosh Hashanah lingers, we now turn our focus toward October and the power of civic engagement. No matter what party you support, one truth remains: our community is stronger when we each take part in choosing our leaders. Riverdale Y is proud to serve as an early […]
Reciprocity with Shames JCC for High Holy Days
Shames JCC on the Hudson in Tarrytown, NY has graciously offered reciprocity to Riverdale Y members on select days and times during the High Holy Day closures in October. When visiting Shames JCC, Riverdale Y members must present: Their Riverdale Y membership ID card or membership barcode in the Riverdale Y app Required guest forms completed in advance, […]
Shanah Tova from Riverdale Y
Next week, Jews around the world will celebrate Rosh HaShanah, the Jewish New Year. Many will eat apples dipped in honey, symbolizing our hope for a sweet year. The custom of eating apples on Rosh HaShanah was first mentioned in Machzor Vitry, an 11th-century prayer book that incorporates legal rulings, composed by Rabbi Simcha of Vitry, […]
Volunteer Dining Room Assistant (AmPark NORC)
Serve lunch to older adults in a neighborhood-based program where connection matters as much as the meal. Support meal service at our AmPark NORC site by helping set up, serve lunch, and clean up. This smaller-scale program provides both nourishment and community to older neighbors. You will learn: Working with older adults in small-group settings, […]
Volunteer Dining Room Assistant (Older Adult Center)
Serve hearty meals with warmth and dignity, helping older adults feel nourished and connected. Serve meals to older adults, including those who rely on us for their only hot meal of the day. You will help set up, serve, clean up, and register participants. You will learn: Hospitality skills, meal service coordination, working with older […]