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OCTOBER 8:
SESSION 1
SESSION 2
SESSION 3
OCTOBER 31:
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
Open Play Begins
M, November 5 – F, December 21 M, November 19 - F, November 23 Thanksgiving
Orientation Day with Special Guest Speaker, Dr. Marc Agronin
Mondays BEGINNER BRIDGE
Whether you are a first-time player or have taken lessons before, join us on your journey to becoming a Bridge player for life. All levels welcome. Monday • 10 - 11:30 am Instructor: Jo-Ann Rauch $180 | Members: $130
Monday • 11 am - 1 pm Instructor: Mia Glick $150 | Members: $100
MAH JONGG OPEN PLAY
Bring your set and Mah Jongg card and meet up with other players for an afternoon of friendly competition.
Thursdays
BEGINNER/LEVEL I SPANISH
DAY OF LEARNING AND LUNCH & LEARN
CONVERSATIONAL/LEVEL II SPANISH
You had me at “hola�. Have fun learning the basics while strengthening your cognitive abilities through practicing foreign language skills. You’ll be surprised at how quickly you start speaking in Spanish. Pre-registration required per 6-class session.
INTRODUCTION TO HEBREW Tuesday • 11 am - 12 pm
Instructor: Droma Gringarten $120 | Members: $90
Whether you’re planning to travel to Israel and want to brush up on the basics, or if learning Hebrew has always been on your bucket list, this this interactive, discussion-based class will have you speaking in no time. Pre-registration required per 6-class session.
ADVANCED HEBREW
Monday • 11 am - 2 pm
Tuesday • 12:30 - 1:30 pm
$10 | Members: FREE
Instructor: Droma Gringarten $120 | Members: $90
DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAME
(ACBL Masterpoints)
Spend the afternoon playing competitive bridge, facilitated by Jo-Ann Rauch. We will match you with a partner. Come join us! Monday • 12 - 3 pm
$15 drop in, includes lunch and refreshments
Pre-registration is required with minimum number of participants.
M, March 25 - F, March 29 Spring Break
Wednesdays
Instructor: Paula Milano $120 | Members: $90
You will be amazed at how quickly you will learn to play and love the game of Mah Jongg. Also for those who need to brush up or improve their skills.
February 12 - 14 & 18
M, February 25 – F, April 12
Tuesdays
Tuesday • 11 am - 12 pm
LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG
M, January 7 – F, February 22
Improve your Hebrew while engaging in lively conversation.
CONVERSATIONAL/LEVEL II SPANISH
Are you stuck on “holaâ€? and “graciasâ€?? Take your Spanish skills to the next level and exercise your mind for language. Can also be taken twice per week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pre-registration required per 6-class session. Tuesday • 12:30 - 2 pm Instructor: Paula Milano $180 | Members: $120
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THEATER THEORY
Are you a theater lover? Join actor John Dalton in reading, analyzing and experience a play to be seen in a local theater. Selected Shows (all 2 pm matinees): Session One: Actually at the GableStage on December 9 Session Two: Indecent at the GableStage on February 24 Session Three: The Children at the GableStage on April 7 Wednesday • 2:30 - 4 pm
Instructor: John Dalton $200 | Members: $160 (includes one ticket to show)
Are you stuck on “holaâ€? and “graciasâ€?? Take your Spanish skills to the next level and exercise your mind for language. Can also be taken twice per week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pre-registration required per 6-class session. Thursday • 12:30 - 2 pm Instructor: Paula Milano $180 | Members: $120
POTTERY & CERAMICS
Whether you are familiar with ceramics or a complete novice, come to join in on the ceramics fun! We'll use a range of hand building, surface decoration, and glazing demonstrations to\ guide you through a variety of methods to build, decorate, and glaze your ceramic projects to create diverse works of art. Hand-building techniques will include slab construction, pinching, and coil building. Ceramic surface decoration such as applied textures, graffito, stenciling, appliques, and glaze application techniques will be explored. Also included is an introduction to throwing pottery on the potter's wheel. Designed for all skill levels, this class is a great way to practice ceramic fundamentals and hone developing skills. Thursday • 1 - 2:30 pm Instructor: Alison Washco $200 | Members: $160
FOR THE LOVE OF YIDDISH
A rare opportunity to learn with Riva Ginsberg, Professor of Yiddish Language and Culture. Enjoy learning Yiddish words and expressions, explore Yiddish culture, theater and more. Begins January 8 and runs for 5 weeks. Pre-registration required. Thursday • 2 - 3:30 pm
Instructor:Dr. Riva Ginsberg $180 | Members: $120
MOSHAV ZAYKANIM
An interactive and stimulating environment for older adults to spend the afternoon learning and engaging in a variety of activities. Thursdays • 11 - 12:30 pm
Instructor: Malka Weiss-Kalos $30 | Members: $25 Call for more information
4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach FL 33140 | (305) 534-3206 | mbjcc.org
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DAY OF LEARNING Wednesdays at the J
Make Wednesdays your day to spend learning new things, making new connections and nourishing your mind, body and soul. How it works: We’ve designed this program to be open and flexible, fitting into your busy schedule. Just show up ready to enjoy the various classes offered that day. The class offerings will rotate and change on a trimester basis. Fees: $20 per day | Members/Patrons: FREE Lunch is available for purchase at J- Cafe for $10 Literary Afternoons - $36 inclusive of JCC-U classes, author event and lunch Class Cards: $100 Pre-paid Cards can roll over from trimester to trimester $250 Class Pass for entire 14-week term ($280 value)
9 - 10 am MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & MOVEMENT WITH BUNNY ROSS
Set your intentions and begin the day with focus and clarity. THE SHVITZ GANG WITH SPENCER Join the boys for a morning workout with a certified personal trainer in a group fitness regimen designed just for you. Meet in the fitness center. 10:15 - 11:15 am - Choose One: GRAND CONVERSATIONS WITH DR. MIRIAM KLEIN KASSENOFF Join this lively group for an intellectual and inspirational discussion on a variety of topics including Hasidic Stories, Sexual Politics in the Bible, Moral dilemmas and more using essays, short film clips, literature, and other materials. Special Guests Presenters will include Rabbi Cheryl Weiner on 1/16, 1/23 and 2/20; Mahli Lieblich, Local expert on Art Illustrations of Isaac Bashevas Singer on 1/30. REIMAGINING YOUR MEMOIR WITH TOBI ASH Using Julia Cameron’s newest book “It’s Never Too Late To Begin Again” learn how to tap your inner creativity to reinvent your future self.
MIXED MEDIA ART WITH SANDI LEVY Get your hands dirty working with paint and various materials with accomplished artist Sandi Levy. This class is designed to be two hours, but students are welcome to attend for one or two hours. 11:20 am – 12:20 pm - Choose One: ART HISTORY WITH NATANYA BLANCK Explore various art periods, works and artists – a JCC-U favorite! COOKING UP NUTRITION WITH KARA BURNSTINE, Back by popular demand, nutritionist Kara Burnstine, founder of Nutrition Your Weigh, will help you on your ongoing journey towards a healthy lifestyle. MIXED MEDIA ART (CONTINUED) 12:30 – 2 pm LUNCH & LEARN/LITERARY LUNCHEONS Lunch is available for purchase. On Literary Luncheon days, lunch will be included in the price of the ticket.
LUNCH & LEARN Wednesdays at 12:30pm Join us for lunch and a different speaker, presenter each week. Please reserve at mbjcc.ticketleap.com or call Debbie at (305) 534-3206 x232.
FEBRUARY 6 HEART HEALTH DAY! BAPTIST HEALTH SCREENINGS & SPEAKER ANA KOHLY, ADVANCED RN, MIAMI CARDIAC & VASCULAR INSTITUTE
JANUARY 30 JOSEPH ADLER, DIRECTOR OF GABLESTAGE
APRIL 10 LITERARY LUNCHEON, SALLY KOSLOW
JANUARY 16 MJFF FILM SCREENING: THE PROPHETS
FEBRUARY 20 LITERARY LUNCHEON MATT GOLDMAN AND ALYSON RICHMAN
MARCH 13 LITERARY LUNCHEON, MARILYN SIMON ROTHSTEIN
Programs are TBA on the following dates: JANUARY 23 MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT BY TIZMORET, QUEENS COLLEGE A CAPPELLA GROUP
Arts & Culture Chairs: Holly Levy Linda Schechter Mytyl Simancas-Bister
FEBRUARY 27 STEVEN MEINER, SEC ATTORNEY PRESENTS: HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
JCC-U Co-Chairs: Barbara Eisenberg Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff
Karen Sepsenwol Director of Cultural Arts and Adult Programs karen@mbjcc.org | x214
MARCH 6 MARCH 20 APRIL 3
Debbie Sack Program Assistant debbie@mbjcc.org | x232
4221 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach FL 33140 | (305) 534-3206 | mbjcc.org