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Beginner Bridge Lessons
6 Fridays, Feb 7 – March 13
9:30am-11:30am
Bridge is an exercise for the brain Learn a fun and exciting pastime, meet new friends and give your brain a work-out. Join us and learn to play the stimulating game of bridge.
- Member: $115
- Public: $130
Intermediate Bridge Lessons
6 Wednesdays, Feb 5 – March 11
5:30-7:30pm
Learn how to step up your bridge game.
- Member: $115
- Public: $130
Canasta for Beginners
10am-12pm
Learn the fundamentals and ultimately acquire the skills necessary to master this competitive and exciting card game. Great way to make new friends!
Instructor: Gail Schrumpf
- Member $115
- Public $130
Review and Play Canasta
Instructor: Gail Schrumpf
- Member $115
- Public $130
The class is currently not is session.
Intermediate Canasta Lessons
Instructor: Gail Schrumpf
- Member $115
- Public $130
The class is currently not in session.
Mah Jongg for the Beginner
Learn how to play Mah Jongg in a friendly, fun, and relaxed atmosphere.
Instructor: Stacy Budkofsky
- Member $105
- Public $120
12:30pm-2:30pm
6-8pm
Intermediate Mah Jongg
Learned Mah Jongg but not comfortable yet? Played years ago and need to refresh. Here’s your chance to strengthen your basic skills.
Instructor: Stacy Budkofsky
- Member $105
- Public $120
The class is currently not in session.
Open Game Time
Monday-Friday, 9:30AM-5PM
The Esther Gitlow & Yvette Tekel Senior Program has tables available daily for Mah Jongg, Canasta, Rummy Q, Bridge, Scrabble and other games.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Registration not required.
Art for Life
Awakening Your Inner Artist
A new art program offers sampling of different art classes
more info
Knitting & Crocheting Circle
Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30AM
Create blankest, hats, sweaters and more. Some projects are donated, some are sold and some are created as gifts for family and friends. Instruction, encouragement and socialization. Novices welcome.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Myrna’s Art Group
Wednesdays, 12-1:30PM
Join us for a variety of art projects, including “adult” coloring books and air-dry clay—plus good conversation as we work.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Needlepoint Neighbors
Thursdays 12:30-2pm beginning January 23, 2020
Join us and have fun stitching with a community of needlepointers. Sherry Levitt will be on hand to offer advice and support as you work on your own project.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Films with Renee
Select Wednesdays each month
1PM-4PM
Come enjoy a little background, analysis and discussion of some old films led by member, Renee Weiner.
Refreshments served.
- March 11: On the Waterfront
Drama from 1954 Starring Marlon Brando and Rod Steiger - April 1: Gigi Musical from 1958
Starring Louis Jourdan and Leslie Karon
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Book Review Club
Select Wednesdays
1PM-2:30PM
- Feb 12: The Girl with Seven Names By Hyeonseo Leo
- March 25: Fierce Attachments By Vivian Gornick
Voted #1 Best Memoir of the Past 50 Years by the NY Times
Facilitator: Lucille Schroeder
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Ongoing discussion groups
Schmooze on the News
Mondays
12:30PM-2PM
Roundtable discussion on topics in the news. Occasional guest speakers invited. Facilitator: Shel Haas
FREE. JCC Members Only.
5 Star Trivia
Tuesdays, Jan 2–May 22 & Thursdays, Jan 4-May 31
No meeting on these Tuesdays: Feb 20, Mar 27, Apr 3 & May 29
No meeting on these Thursdays: Feb 22, Mar 29, Apr 5 & May 24
11AM-12PM
This group could also be called Cerebral Gymnastics. Test your knowledge on a variety of subjects, while having fun and keeping brain cells jumping.
Facilitator: Martin Resnik
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Women’s Discussion Group
Tuesdays, 12:30-2PM
This member-led rap group is for women who are looking for a warm, welcoming place to share and help one another.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Men’s Discussion Group
Tuesdays, 12:30-2PM
What’s said in the room stays in the room. Be part of this member-led rap group for men only.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Women’s Views on the News
Thursdays, Jan 4-May 31
11AM-12:30PM
You are invited to join a women’s group open discussion on local, national and international current events. This is a lively gathering of women who care about our world.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Men’s Discussion Group II
Thursdays, 12:45-2:15PM
There’s never enough time to chat – so we’ve created a second discussion group. This is a member-led rap group for men only.
FREE. JCC Members Only.
Armchair Aerobics
10-10:45AM
Instructor: Rafael Muniz
- Community Member $156
- Fitness Member FREE
- Register for all 3 sessions for $450
(84 classes for the cost of 75. 9 classes for free)
(Payment plans available)
Space is limited, registration required.
A minimum of 12 community members must be registered by June 24 to ensure class will run.
register for all 3 sessions
For more information contact Diva Pavan at 845.262.4400
Sponsored by Institute for Advanced Rehab at Friedwald Center
Active adult fitness classes offered at the JCC Wellness Center.
Complementary month of fitness and wellness for all community members.
Offerings include classes such as Tai Chi, Yoga and Active Adults in Motion as well as access to free weights, strength training, cardio machines and locker with full amenities. Contact Marjorie Kornblau about membership at 845-362-4400 ext. 189.
STERLING BANK ADULT 35+ WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE
- Member $150
- Public $190
Registration is closed
