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.
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DOWNLOADA 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
September 17, October 15, 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.
This visual lecture brings Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur to life through 1500 years of Jewish Art.
Presented by Jewish Art Education. Also available via zoom.
Monday, September 30 at 11AM
Member $8 | Public $18
REGISTER TODAYA chronological and geographic overview of visual art objects and their symbolism related to Sukkot.
Presented by Jewish Art Education. Also available via zoom.
Tuesday, October 15 at 11AM
Member $8 | Public $18
REGISTER TODAYDr. 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
Local artist, Jayne Conte, breaks down basic techniques in a relaxing environment. Materials list provided.
Four Wednesdays | 2PM – 4PM
September 11, 25, October 9, 16
Member $120 | Public $155
REGISTER TODAYLocal artist, Jayne Conte, helps each artist create true works of art. Materials list provided.
Five Wednesdays | 2PM – 4PM
October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20
Member $150 | Public $185
REGISTER TODAYEnjoy 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
September 6 | Count Basie | REGISTER TODAY |
September 20 | Glenn Miller | REGISTER TODAY |
November 1 | The Andrew Sisters | REGISTER TODAY |
November 15 | Johnny Mercer | REGISTER TODAY |
December 6 | 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
Insights Into Israel is a new, ongoing lecture series to raise awareness of and bring a unique perspective to the ongoing events in Israel.
Free and Open to the Public
Registration Required
For more information, contact Staci Gelb at stacig@jccrockland.org or 845 362-4400.
Guest Speaker: Ari Rosenblum, Chief Executive Officer, Jewish Federation and Foundation of Rockland County
The Israeli Society: More Unified, More Fractured, and More Ready for Change Than Ever Before.
Register Here
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 28 – December 2 (No class October 18)
Member $125 | Public $140
REGISTEROctober 29 – November 26
Member $125 | Public $140
REGISTERSept 16, 23, 30 Oct 7
Learn how to play and develop strategies for this version of Mah Jongg for TWO.
Member $100 | Public $115
REGISTERSeptember 11 – October 23
Learn how to play Canasta. (No class October 2)
Member $135 | Public $150
REGISTER
Thursday, September 12th at 7PM
Myra’s memoir honors her daughter Havi; transforming Friday night Shabbats into Birthday parties—“Shabbirthdays”—to replace the birthdays Havi will never have.
• Meaningful conversation with Barbara Lerche, Director of Adult Life
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Book signing &
Dessert reception
$10 Early Bird: Available until August 23rd | $18: after August 23rd
REGISTER TODAYCo-Sponsored By:
Thursday, October 10 at 1PM
Celebrate the year 5785 with a barbeque lunch at The Chelsea. Transportation is on your own. Space is limited. Advanced registration required.
Free for Members Only
SAVE YOUR SEATMonday, October 21 at 1:30-3PM
Stop in to shake the lulav and etrog and delight in some sweets in our sukkah.
Free for Members only
Tuesday, October 22 at 2:30PM
Gather in the sukkah for stories, blessings and song with Moshe Katzburg. Reserve your seat in the sukkah.
$5 Members only
SAVE YOUR SEAT
Wednesday, August 28th
Spend the day at the US Open for the second round of the tournament. Price includes Day Session Ticket to Arthur Ashe Stadium, additional access to all courts and full grounds, and round trip transportation.
Bus departs at 9:30AM from JCC.
Member $190 | Public $240
REGISTERWednesday, September 18th
A day of exploring inside The Museum of Jewish Heritage with a docent-led tour of The Holocaust: What Hate Can Do followed by time for dining options and strolling through Battery Park.
Bus departs from JCC Rockland at 9:15AM. Time for lunch on your own before returning home.
Member $115 | Public $155
REGISTERThursday, September 26
Price includes performance and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs at 10AM.
Member $195 | Public $245
REGISTERWednesday, October 23
Price includes orchestra seats and round trip bus. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs JCC Rockland at 10AM.
Member $195 | Public $245
REGISTERFriday, 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 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.
Tuesday, September 10 at 3:30-5pm
Catch this popular band playing oldies and doo-wop of the 50’s and 60’s.
Advanced Registration Required.
Free for Members | $10 Public
SAVE YOUR SEATFriday, September 24 2021 at 2pm
Come gather by the sukkah to hear the soothing music of NYC singer/songwriter, Evan Kremin.
Thursday, October 21 2021 at 2pm
Manny returns to the JCC to bring you some favorite hits of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s while performing on the conga drums. Manny’s music has a Latin beat with a lot of groove that will have you singing and swinging to the music.
Tuesday, November 9 2021 at 3:15pm
An intimate string concert with Violist and Chair, Katherine Greene, and Violinist, Anna Rabinova, of the New York Philharmonic. The musicians will perform and share stories of the classical music industry.
Wednesday, Jan 26 at 2pm
Winner of the 2019 Broadway World Award for Best Independent Album Release, Clint Edwards brings you a program of light classical, jazz and Broadway in his solo piano concert. An accomplished pianist and composer, his pieces have premiered in Carnegie Hall and Alice Tully Hall.
Wednesday, March 2nd at 2PM
Broadway performer Bonnie Rapp will entertain us with her beautiful voice as she transports us back in time with The American Songbook. Live at the JCC.
Tuesday, April 12 at 3pm
Israeli/American performer, Ron Tal who performed in Yiddish Fiddler on the Roof, will perform a concert to welcome in Passover.
Thursday May 5th at 3pm
We celebrated all the women in our lives with a guitarist playing the soft sounds of The Beatles, Carole King, James Taylor and more.
Wednesday, June 1 at 3pm
These Grandpas from the JCC were kids growing up at the dawn of Rock & Roll and now love keeping old time rock and roll, blues, country and western standards, and folk alive. Come out and share the joy of music with these fun-loving musicians.
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.
Classes This Week
Power has been restored to JCC Rockland. We are open. JCC Rockland Camps and the Deborah Koenig Early Childhood Center will open at 11:00am. Thank you for your patience.
Update: Power has been restored and we will be open for normal operating hours tomorrow, June 20th. Thank you for your patience.