The Chazen Center for Adult Life is alive with weekly groups to join, special events to attend and an inviting place to socialize with other members. Come explore what’s right for you. All activities require registration. Stop by the front desk or call 845.362.4400 to register.
A comfortable way to meet other members and explore interests in (mostly) member-led groups.
Free to members only unless noted.
MONDAYS at 12:30PM–2PM
For men and women who want to openly share their viewpoints on current events.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERTHURSDAYS at 12:45PM–2:15PM
For men only to openly discuss events affecting their lives.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERTHURSDAYS at 11AM–12:30PM
Women come together for a lively discussion on events in the world.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERTHURSDAYS at 11AM–1PM
Bring your project and work alongside other members for guidance and conversation.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERSelect TUESDAYS at 1PM–2PM
November 19, and December 17
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERJoin this member-led book club for conversation and friendship. The club will meet on select Tuesdays at 2pm approximately every 6 weeks. Register to receive updated information.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Dr. Karen Karsif, Director of the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, speaks about the important issues surrounding breast health, breast cancer awareness, diagnosis and treatment options.
Lunch Served. Women Only.
Wednesday, October 30 at Noon
Free to Members Only
Enjoy a bagel and coffee while authors representing many genres and topics visit the JCC. Read the book in advance or wait to be inspired by the author.
Friday, September 27 at 11AM
From Talia Carner, acclaimed author of The Third Daughter, comes an epic historical novel of ingenuity and courage, of love and loss, spanning postwar France when Israeli agents roamed the countryside to rescue hidden Jewish orphans to the 1969 daring escape of the Israeli boats of Cherbourg. Talia Carner will join us for a discussion. Bagels served.
Member $12 | Public $18
REGISTER TODAYEach session, become immersed in the life and music of an artist from The Big Band era. The series culminates with the early career of Frank Sinatra and his work with Tommy Dorsey's band with the Pied Pipers.
$8 Members Each Lecture | $15 Public Each Lecture
November 1 at 11AM | The Andrew Sisters | REGISTER TODAY |
November 15 at 11AM | Johnny Mercer | REGISTER TODAY |
December 6 at 11AM | Frank Sinatra | REGISTER TODAY |
Immerse yourself in talks presented by top educators. Watch at the JCC with a discussion that follows or watch from your home at your leisure.
Includes All Four Lectures — September 16, 23, Oct 7, 14
Series $24 for Members Only
Includes All Four Lectures — Nov 14, 21, Dec 5, 12
Series $24 for Members Only
MONDAYS – FRIDAYS at 12PM–4PM
Bring your own group to play or let us help you join one. All levels are welcome.
Looking to join a game? We will help form games for playing Mah Jongg, Canasta and Bridge. Contact Michelle Warsoff at michellew@jccrockland.org or 845.362.4400 ext. 531 to get started.
FRIDAYS at 1PM
Come join a game of bridge. Open to all levels of play.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
TUESDAYS and WEDNESDAYS at 12PM | FRIDAYS at 10AM
Players always needed to form games. Contact Barbara at barbaral@jccrockland.org or 845-362-4400 ext 179 to join.
TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS at 11AM
See how your knowledge can be tested during this fun-filled hour.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
REGISTERNow is your time to relax with learning a new game or improving your skills. Both daytime and evening sessions available.
October 30 – November 20th
Learn more advanced strategy with guided instruction.
Member $90 | Public $105
REGISTER
Friday, November 8
Santtu-Matias Rouvali conducts a program exploring the stages of life. Julia Wolfe calls music her fountain of youth, and her piece by that name offers, writes the composer, “a rhythmic, high-energy swim.” Soprano Miah Persson sings Richard Strauss’s Four Last Songs, the composer’s farewell to his life and artistic journey. Sibelius’s Fifth, commissioned to celebrate his 50th birthday, ends in staggering triumph.
Bus departs JCC Rockland at 9am for an 11am concert. Time for lunch in the Lincoln Center neighborhood after the performance. Bus departs at 3:30pm.
Member $165 | Public $195
SAVE YOUR SEATPrice includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 9:30AM.
Wednesday, November 20
Member $225 | Public $275
REGISTER TODAYPrice Includes ticket. Transportation is on your own.
Thursday, December 19 at 11AM
Member $70 | Public $95
REGISTER TODAYPrice includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 10am.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Member $230 | Public 280
REGISTER TODAYPrice includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 10am.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Member $195 | Public $245
REGISTER TODAYStarring Idina Menzel!
Price includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 10am.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Member $215 | Public $265
REGISTER TODAYPrice includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 10am.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Member $220 | Public $270
REGISTER TODAYLive Music At The J Featuring piano music, jazz, pop hits from the 50’s on up and much more. Relax outdoors during warm weather or come indoors to enjoy music and dancing with your friends.
Registration Required.
Schedule one hour of individualized instruction with a JTech Genius.
$30 per One-hour Session
$110 for Package of 4 Sessions
Available to Members
Only
Tech-savvy adults needed to help members in the JTech Lounge.
For more information, contact Barbara Lerche at barbaral@jccrockland.org or 845.362.4400 x531.
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