Creating Cultural Connections

OSCC55+ is proud to be leading cultural initiatives thanks to partial funding from the New Horizons for Seniors Program. Join us as we connect various cultural communities to gain and exchange cultural knowledge and traditions.Our events and activities will create an opportunity to grow a diverse and inclusive seniors community.

Learn more about our Cultural Carousel and Special Events below!

1:00 p.m. Welcome & Land Acknowledgment

1:10 p.m. Indigenous Jingle Dance

1:35 p.m. Bollywood Medley with Team Sakura

2:00 p.m. Special Guests and Dignitaries

2:25 p.m. Inspiracion Latina Dance Duo

3:00 p.m. Chinese Collective Arts Association

3:20 p.m. Akshini Nithianandan, Tamil Dance

3:45 p.m. Wiingushk Deywgygun (Sweet Grass Drum)

4:00 p.m. Closing Remarks

Fall Events

Dastangoi • Discover the art of Urdu storytelling

This is a free event funded by the New Horizons Grant for Seniors. Includes live entertainment and light refreshments. Registration strongly encouraged.

Saturday, September 24th

7:00pm - 8:30pm

John Street Branch

Code: 31454

Diwali • Celebrate the Festival of Lights!

This is a free event funded by the New Horizons Grant for Seniors. Includes live entertainment and light refreshments. Registration strongly encouraged.

Wednesday, October 12th

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Northview Branch

Code: 31455

Middle East Folklore • Step into the fascinating world of Arabian Myths and Legends

This is a free event funded by the New Horizons Grant for Seniors. Includes live entertainment and light refreshments. Registration strongly encouraged.

Tuesday, November 15th

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Conant Branch

Code: 31457

Kwaanza • A celebration of African heritage in African-American culture

This is a free event funded by the New Horizons Grant for Seniors. Includes live entertainment and light refreshments. Registration strongly encouraged.

Thursday, December 1st

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Delpark Branch

Code: 31458