Senior Adult Classes
Start from Scratch: Computer Demonstrations
Advanced Social Networking
Thursday May 10 • 7:00-9:00 P.M.
Whether using social networking for business or pleasure, come learn about the latest changes to Facebook, as well as what Twitter and LinkedIn are all about. Discover how to effectively communicate, build an audience and more! Basic understanding of social media website suggested. Instructor: Jonathan Bell, JCC Digital Marketing Specialist
Astor Judaica Library
$20/JCC Member; $25/Non-member
Mastering your iPad
Thursday, May 17 • 7:00–9:00 P.M.
Are you a beginner level and want to enhance your skills? Learn shortcuts, manage your apps, how to use Adobe Photoshop, Express, and get the most form the battery. For original iPad users, please download iOS5 software prior to class for the new features. Instructor: Barbra Drizin of Start from Scratch Social Media Educators
Astor Judaica Library
$20/ JCC Member; $25/Non-member
Armchair Astronomy Comet Curiosities: Unexpected Behaviors
Wednesday, August 8 4:00-5:00 P.M.
Comets, those chunks of ice and rock that orbit the sun, occasionally appear to have a sense of humor. Sometimes they pass through interesting areas in space, impact on the sun, survive unexpected heat, and impact planets or moons with unexpected force. They've been seen to lose and then quickly regrow their tails, and the tails can point in various directions. Ken VanLew shares more astronomical facts with us at this illustrative presentation.
RSVP by August 1
$5/JCC Member; $8/Non-member
Armchair Astronomy Historic Eclipses: Battles Won, Empires Lost and Lives Changed
Wednesday, June 13 4:00-5:00 P.M.
How Columbus, Albert Einstein, General Gordon, Nat Turner, Mark Twain and Tecumseh had their lives changed by eclipses. Taught by astronomer Ken VanLew.
RSVP by June 6
$5/JCC Member; $8/ Non-Member
Pan Cards for Beginners
M/Th • 11:45 A.M.–3:15 P.M.
Play a game of Pan with other loves of the game.
Garb Senior Activity Center
Free/JCC Members only
The Joy of Singing
Spring Session 2: Tuesdays, May 8-29 (4 weeks) • 1:30–3:30 P.M.
If you love to sing, this class is for you! Ear training, proper singing, group harmony and more will be covered while we sing some DooWop and songs from the 50s, 60s and up through the decades. Class will be introduced to writing their own song and behind the scenes at a recording studio. Singing experience preferred. Taught by Helena Lind.
$44/JCC Member; $55/Non-member (per 4 week session)
RSVP to Melanie at least one week before each class starts.
Aerobics for Everyone (All Ages)
M/W/F • 9:15–10:15 A.M.
Improve your cardiovascular fitness, range of
motion, flexibility, endurance, and energy level.
Gotthelf Dance Studio
Free/JCC Member; $12/Non-member
Fitness Desk, ext. 1337
H20 Aerobics (All Ages)
T/Th • 8:30 A.M.
Bring your swimsuit and towel and get ready for
a water workout!
Friedenberg Olympic Pool
$7/JCC Member; $12/Non-member per class
Fitness Desk, ext. 1337
Beginning Bridge Class
Stretch for Flexibility
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9:15–10:10 A.M.
Reduce tension in your body by elongating your
muscles. This class combines a variety of stretching
techniques to open up your body. Adding stretching
to your life will prevent muscular strin, tearing and
general soreness. Wear comfy clothes. JCC provides
mats if you don’t have one.
Gotthelf Dance Studio
Free/JCC Member; $12/Non-member
Fitness Desk, ext. 1337
Sit and Get Fit
Tuesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Perfect for people who want to gently increase overall body strength, regain or improve flexibility,as well as challenge the body’s balance ability. Sections of class are standing to challenge balance and strength, while other sections are seated to increase flexibility.
Gotthelf Dance Studio
Free/JCC Member; $12/Non-member
Fitness Desk, ext. 1337
Feldenkrais (All Ages)
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Improve posture, flexibility, and coordination.
Garb Senior Activity Center
Free/JCC Member; $12/Non-member
Fitness Front Desk, ext. 1337
Friday Forum (All ages)
Fridays, 10:15-11:45 a.m.
Speakers lead discussions on various topics such as Israel and the Middle East peace process, anti-Semitism, the Jewish community locally, nationally and abroad, health issues, and more.
Garb Senior Activity Center
$2/JCC Member; $2.50/Non-member
Free Classes
Offered by San Diego Community College
Spring Semester runs February 1-June 7, 2012. Spring break runs April 1-6, 2012. Rooms subject to change.
Figure Study Painting
Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Study elements of and develop composition skills.
Taubman Drama Workshop
Our Stories, Our Lives: Life Story Writing
Mondays, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Apply life stories to theories of life development.
Epstein Music Studio
Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Older Adults
Mondays, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. (Spring Semester will begin February 27)
Simple moves to help increase energy, strengthen immune system, reduce stress and discover joy through movement.
Jaffe Aerobics Studio
Watercolor Painting
Mondays, 12:15-3:15 p.m.
Color quality, theory, value and composition.
Taubman Drama Workshop
Piano Keyboard Lessons
Mondays, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Learn basic skills and fundamentals, techniques in performance, improvisation and chord building.
Epstein Music Studio
Watercolor Painting
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Enhance your skills - still life, flowers, landscapes & more.
Taubman Drama Workshop
Music Appreciation
Tuesdays, 9:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Study and appreciate different composers, hear and see great music performed.
Epstein Music Studio
Joy of Opera
Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Discover operas from Monteverdi's times to present, enjoy studying complete operas through video & audio.
Taubman Drama Workshop
Law and the Retiree
Thursdays, 9:15-11:15 a.m.
Discuss issues of interest to seniors, including: elections, court cases, law reform, tax cuts, foreign affairs, and more.
Wax Family Teen Activity Center
Sumi-E Japanese Brush Painting
Thursdays, 12:15-3:15 p.m.
Learn Japanese brush painting, develop Zenga and spontaneity with flowers, animals, and more.
Taubman Drama Workshop
Online Music & Opera Appreciation
Joy of Music
This course introduces students to perceptive listening and provides an engaging introduction to the great composers, musical elements, forms, stylistic periods and how it weaves into the fabric of cultural history. This is the course for the classical music lover who wants to hear more when listening.
Joy of Opera
Enhance your enjoyment of the wonderful Met HD operas thanks to a better understanding of each opera, its back ground, its musical particulars, its composer and times.
Online Music & Opera Appreciation Classes
With European trained instructor Claudia Tornsäufer
After these introductory sessions, continue in the convenience of your home and at your own pace.
Each week new course material is released & available until the end of the semester. Each week, the topics are accompanied by a discussion forum, listening assignments and weekly virtual class meetings (via Elluminate).
Mandatory orientation meetings are either on Thursday, February 2 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center (Library), 4126 Executive Dr., La Jolla, 619-388-1873. or on Friday, February 3 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at West City Campus, Room 208, 3249 Fordham Street, 92110, 619-388-1873. For questions e-mail instructor Claudia Tornsäufer at cltornsa@sdccd.edu
Yiddish Circle
Every 1st Monday of the month, May 7 & June 4(then on break until Oct.) • 1:30 P.M.
Lovers of Yiddish language get together for discussions in Yiddish, songs, plays, readings,and more.
Raquel Leisorek, (858) 450-9081.
$2/JCC Member; $3/Non-member
Seniors Doubles Tennis (Age 55+)
M/W • 8:00–10:00 A.M.
Fridays • 7:30–9:30 A.M.
If you play tennis, take advantage our very active and social Seniors Doubles Tennis
reserved tennis time.
Albert A. Hutler Tennis Center
Free/JCC Member; $5/Non-member
Fitness Desk, ext. 1337
Social Bridge
Tuesdays • 7:00 P.M.
Bring your partner for this club geared for intermediate & advanced players, Chicago scoring.
$2/JCC Member; $3/Non-member
Men's Poker Night
Tuesdays • 5:45–9:00 P.M.
Watch out for the sharks and have a great time at our Poker Night.
Jack and Jo-Ann Jaffe Family Senior Lounge
Free/JCC Members
Henry, (858) 450-0750
Mah Jongg
Wednesdays • 12:00–3:15 P.M.
The sound of tiles moving across the table will be magic to your ears. Mah Jongg enthusiasts play weekly.
Garb Senior Activity Senior Center
Free/JCC Members only
Dine Around Club
Last Wednesday of each month Senior couples meet for dinner in various restaurants around town.
Scripps Health Monthly Wellness Series
The 3rd Fri. Forum of each month (10:15–11:45 A.M.)
We will cover a series of health workshops on various topics.
Call Melanie for more info.
$2/JCC Member; $2.50/Non-member
Film Fans & Film Favorites
Mondays in May • 1:30 P.M. and last Friday in
May • 12:30 P.M., then Fridays for summer • 1:00 P.M.
Watch films for entertainment and discussion.Popcorn, cookies and coffee provided. Refer to The Shofar newsletter for movie titles.
$2/JCC Member; $3/Non-member
Daytime Party Bridge
Fridays • 1:00 P.M.
Novice and experienced players invited. Come with a partner or alone.
$1/JCC Member;$2/Non-member