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ADULT PROGRAM GUIDE 2015 | WEST ORANGE & WHIPPANY
JCC MetroWest Center for Adult Enrichment
The Center for Adult Enrichment welcomes you to the JCC! Susan Wallenstein, Administrator swallenstein@jccmetrowest.org / 973-530-3474
Gina Goldman, Asst. Director and Margulies Center Director ggoldman@jccmetrowest.org / 973-530-3448
Sarah Diamond Whippany Program Dir./Admin. Day Trip Coordinator sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org 973-929-2938
Sharon Rogovin Whippany Program Director srogovin@jccmetrowest.org 973-929-2917
Joanne Bramnick Nutrition and Program Director jbramnick@jccmetrowest.org 973-530-3414
Sharon Gordon Director sgordon@jccmetrowest.org 973-530-3480
Susan Galatz Volunteer and Wellness Coordinator sgalatz@jccmetrowest.org 973-530-3447
Give the Gift of Jewish Camping… A gift that will last a lifetime
Camp Deeny Riback • 973-929-2901 • camps@jccmetrowest.org
JCC SENIOR CENTERS LAUTENBERG FAMILY JCC – JETS (JEWISH ENRICHMENT TIME FOR SENIORS) Lautenberg Family Center, Whippany (Wednesdays) Sharon Rogovin: 973-929-2917
CONGREGATION AGUDATH ISRAEL OF WEST ESSEX Caldwell (Mondays and Thursdays) Arielle Kay: 973-226-3600
TEMPLE B’NAI ABRAHAM Livingston (Mondays) Lori Chimoff: 973-994-2290
SHALOM CLUB OF MORRISTOWN JEWISH CENTER Morristown (Tuesdays) Lori Chimoff: 973-538-9292
LOUIS R. AND DOROTHY DRUIAN FELLOWSHIP CIRCLE OF TEMPLE NER TAMID Bloomfield (Tuesdays) Susan Galatz: 973-530-3447
L’CHAIM CLUB OF TEMPLE SHALOM Succasunna (Two Thursdays per month) Barbara Gold: 973-584-5666
CHAVERIM OF THE PINE BROOK JEWISH CENTER Montville (Two Thursdays per month) Shelly Russo: 973-227-3520
WILLIAM MARGULIES CENTER COOPERMAN FAMILY JCC IN WEST ORANGE For information, contact Gina Goldman: 973-530-3448 (ggoldman@jccmetrowest.org). • A four-day week program (Monday–Thursday) • Day and overnight trips • Bridge and Mah Jongg • Lectures, entertainment, movies, and monthly birthday parties • Tai Chi Chih—exercise for the mind and body • Armchair aerobics—low impact using weights and bands especially geared towards seniors • Parshat HaShavua—discussion of the Torah • Creative writing classes • Holiday celebrations • Hot Kosher lunch available Essex County programs are co-sponsored with National Council of Jewish Women, Essex County Section.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
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Life Long Learning 7 Lunch Programs 10 Fitness 10 Saint Barnabas Medical Center 12 Center for Jewish Life 13 Aquatics 14 Gaelen Center For The Arts 15 Volunteer Opportunities 17 Sports & Recreation 17
LAUTENBERG FAMILY CENTER, WHIPPANY 19 At Leisure Groups Film Series
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DAY TRIPS OVERNIGHT TRAVEL
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Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC Lawrence Rein Chair, JCC Board of Trustees Ross Family Campus
760 Northfield Avenue West Orange, NJ 07052 973-530-3406 Lautenberg Family JCC Aidekman Family Campus
901 Route 10 East Whippany, NJ 07981 973-929-2938 www.jccmetrowest.org
Alan Feldman
Chief Executive Officer JCC MetroWest
Center for Adult Enrichment
Sharon Gordon, Director Gina Goldman, Assistant Director Joanne Bramnick, Program Director Susan Wallenstein, Administrator 973-530-3474
REGISTRATION FOR FALL PROGRAMS BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST 17 In case of inclement weather, please call 973-530-3480
SPECIAL EVENTS Contact Susan Wallenstein, 973-530-3474 (swallenstein@jccmetrowest.org) or Sarah Diamond, 973-929-2938 (sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org) for more information or to register. All Special Events take place at the Cooperman Family JCC in West Orange unless otherwise noted.
SONIA KURLAND MEMORIAL CONCERT IN CELEBRATION OF LAG B’OMER Featuring: “A Night at the 500 Club” With Joey Arminio & the Family
Experience the songs made famous by the Rat Pack, idols of the 50’s and 60’s, Broadway, Zoot Suits and more! This fun, electrifying show band takes quality entertainment to a new level. Thursday, May 7, 1:00pm Margulies Member: Free, JCC Member: $6, Guest: $12 This concert, in memory of Sonia Kurland, z’’l, a beloved member of the JCC and the Margulies Center for many years, is made possible through the generosity of her children. Dessert sponsored by Care One of Livingston Assisted Living
ANTE UP! FOR JCC METROWEST Go all-in for a great night of poker. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit JCC MetroWest program scholarships. Sponsorships are available. For information call 973-530-3938. Wednesday, May 6, 7:30pm $180 Buy-In
LILLIAN COHEN MEMORIAL CONCERT BABY IT’S YOU! Direct from Broadway and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Shirley Altson Reeves, original lead singer of the Shirelles performs her hits including: Baby It’s You, Mama Said, Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow, Soldier Boy, and so many more. Monday, June 1, 1:00pm JCC Member: $6, Guest: $12 Dessert Reception following concert. Limited seating: advance registration strongly encouraged.
THE ISRAELI SCOUTS FRIENDSHIP CARAVAN AT THE LAUTENBERG JCC IN WHIPPANY These young, talented singers and dancers from Israel put on a not-to-be-missed spectacular show. With bright costumes, warm smiles and sensational choreography, they perform a mix of popular Israeli and American music. Thursday, July 23, 1:30pm Lautenberg Family JCC, 901 Route 10 East, Whippany JCC Members and JCHC Residents: Free Guest: $5 Refreshments will be served following the concert. Limited seating available, advance registration strongly encouraged. This concert was made possible through the generosity of the Lester Senior Housing Community.
MOLLY BURACK ANNUAL LECTURE PHILIP ROTH – THE CONTINUING PRESENCE By Jane Statlander-Slote Explore a ground-breaking collection of new, psychoanalytically-themed essays and interviews from some of the most renowned Roth scholars. Also shown will be parts of her recent documentary “Out of Newark: The Life and Work of Philip Roth.” StatlanderSlote’s film pays special attention to the Newark of the 30’s and 40’s. Jane Statlander Slote—like Philip Roth—is a former resident of Newark and a Weequahic High School graduate. She has a B.A. and M.A. in English and English Literature and a PhD in American Literature She also has an M.F.A. degree in Film Studies and Production. Thursday, October 8, 1:00pm Free to all Dessert Reception following concert. Limited seating: advance registration strongly encouraged. This program is presented in honor of Molly Burack through the generosity of her children. Molly was a beloved volunteer at the JCC MetroWest for over 30 years prior to retiring to Florida, but we know her heart is at the JCC.
This concert was made possible through the generosity of Lillian Cohen’s family. 4
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SPECIAL EVENTS ROSE ROSEN MEMORIAL CONCERT TWO ON TAP, ACT II Back by popular demand, this all new show brings audiences back in time to an era when couples like Fred & Ginger and Mickey & Judy filled the silver screen with undeniable chemistry, tight vocal harmony, and precision tap choreography. With classic songs from the Great American Songbook, fantastic vocals, gorgeous costumes, and exciting tap-dancing, Two on Tap creates a magical one-of-a-kind show filled with variety, comedy, and plenty of Broadway-quality entertainment!
HANUKKAH CONCERT AND CELEBRATION
Monday, November 2, 1:00pm Margulies Member: Free JCC Member: $6, Guest: $12
Featuring: Klezmerfest
Dessert Reception following concert. Limited seating: advance registration strongly encouraged.
Klezmerfest celebrates the great tradition of Yiddish instrumental music—from the shtetls of the old country to the contemporary sounds of today’s Lower East Side revival.
This concert was made possible through the generosity of Rose’s sons, Mel, Allen, and Budd Goldman. Rose Rosen was a beloved member of the JCC Marguiles Senior Center for many years. Her love of music enhanced all of our lives.
STROKE AND APHASIA …There’s hope!
Adler Aphasia Center at JCC MetroWest • Innovative speech therapy program • Therapeutic environment • Serving people with aphasia of all ages • Caregiver support groups
Enjoy a lively concert as we celebrate Hanukkah with JCC members and friends.
Traditional latkes and sweet treats will be served following the concert. Limited seating: advance registration strongly encouraged. Thursday, December 10, 1:00pm Maurice Levin Theater Member: $6, Guest: $12 This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Milton and Ann Colman Fund for Adult Musical Programs and Homewatch CareGivers.
Our Professional Home Care Team: Making a difference for so many seniors in our community.
APHASIA COMMUNICATION GROUPS NOW OFFERED IN BRIDGEWATER, MAYWOOD, MORRISTOWN AND SCOTCH PLAINS
(973) 810-0110 2015
For more information about the Adler Aphasia Center at JCC MetroWest or the Aphasia Communication Groups, contact Wendy Greenspan, M.A., CCC-SLP, at 973.530.3981 or email wgreenspan@AdlerAphasiaCenter.org.
• Long or short term care
a·pha·sia (uh-fay’-zhuh) n.
• Hourly or live-in care in your residence
A language disorder that impairs the expression and understanding of spoken language, reading and writing. It occurs most often from a stroke or brain injury. This frustrating condition affects a person’s ability to communicate, but does not affect his or her intellect.
www.AdlerAphasiaCenter.org Adler Aphasia Center is a 501c(3) non-profit organization This program is partially funded by the Healthcare Foundation of NJ and Grotta Fund for Senior Care.
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LEON & TOBY COOPERMAN JCC WEST ORANGE LIFE LONG LEARNING Life Long Learning is generously supported by Saint Barnabas Medical Center. The NCJW, Essex County Section and JCC MetroWest offer these stimulating and informative programs. For more information, contact Joanne Bramnick at 973-530-3414 (jbramnick@jccmetrowest.org). To register, call 973-530-3474.
THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION Beginning in England, from agriculture to manufacturing, from the countryside to the city, explore the impact of the Industrial Revolution on business, workers, and on the world. EUGENE LIEBER, Professor Emeritus, Essex County College, lectures extensively around the State covering historical topics from Ancient Rome to struggles in our contemporary world.
Monday, April 20, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $12, Guest: $15
SPRING 2015 Enjoy the entire Spring semester for one low price with a Life Long Learning Season Pass. JCC/NCJW Member: $80, Guest: $100
GOTCHA! SNAPSHOTS THAT MADE HISTORY View accidently historic photographs that not only changed history but have become the icons by which we remember these events. Along with each image, we’ll examine its historical context and what it was that made the photographer say “Gotcha!” JIM DELGIUDICE, Adjunct Assistant Professor at County College of Morris. An award winning photojournalist, is a frequent lecturer at Drew and Columbia universities.
Monday, April 6, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $12, Guest: $15
AMONG THE OLIVE PICKERS Little known outside of the region, there are numerous grassroots groups devoted to ongoing efforts at shared-living and co-existence between Israel and the Palestinian Authority territories. Can these efforts really build bridges between these notoriously embattled peoples? JONATHAN GOLDEN is an Assistant Professor of Religion and Anthropology, Associate Director of the Center on Religion, Culture & Conflict, and Hillel Director at Drew University. Golden specializes in the study of the peoples and cultures of the Middle East.
Tuesday, April 14, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $12, Guest: $15
400 YEARS OF WESTERN SCULPTURE— BEGINNING AND END From Donatello… A rare opportunity to see and learn about these renaissance masterpieces from the Cathedral in Florence. This talk will explore this unprecedented exhibition. …To Koons Koons is considered the “great artist of today’s world” according to one critic. His recent retrospective at The Whitney was a sell-out. Come learn why. BARBARA TOMLINSON, Professor Emeritus at Kean University, teaches cultural history in continuing education programs and leads tours to various cities in the United States and Europe, exploring their historical and cultural context.
Wednesdays, April 29 and May 6, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $24, Guest: $30 Continue your experience with a trip to the Biblical Art Museum of NY on May 28 to see the Donatello exhibit. Contact Sarah Diamond at 973-929-2938 or sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org for more details.
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Saint Barnabas Lecture “OH MY ACHING BACK” Lower back and neck pain can deter us from performing even the simplest of daily activities. Drs. Carrer and Frazier will speak on the newest surgical and non-surgical techniques available today. ALEXANDRA CARRER, MD., is a spine surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive approaches as well as non-surgical treatments of neck and back pain for athletes, dancers, and performers. DAVEED D. FRAZIER, MD., twice named a “New York Super Doctor” by The New York Times, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced training in spinal surgery.
Tuesday, May 12, 1:30pm Free To All
These figures have been viewed for centuries as three of the most negatively stereotypic Jewish villains in all of literature and theatre—Marlowe’s Barabas in “The Jew of Malta”, Shakespeare’s Shylock in “The Merchant of Venice” and Dickens’ Fagin in “Oliver Twist.” An informative and entertaining look at these villains and the writers who created them. BENJAMIN NELSON, Professor Emeritus of English at Fairleigh Dickinson University, is a popular lecturer at our Life Long Learning program.
Tuesdays, May 19, May 26 and June 2, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $15, Guest: $20 This program is supported by the Lowenstein Endowment. Amy Lowenstein, an accomplished poet, was a devoted and beloved member of the Life Long Learning Committee.
Reservations strongly encouraged.
Menorah Chapels at Millburn.
Menorah Chapels at Millburn has been providing Jewish Funerals for the community in a traditional setting for over 37 years. While some funeral providers rent space in non-sectarian funeral homes, we are proud to say that we own and maintain our own facility. We are members of the local Jewish Community and are not affiliated with any other funeral establishment. All of our Funeral Directors are knowledgeable in Jewish traditions and rituals and will help you select the type of funeral that meets your religious and financial needs. Honesty, integrity, and a commitment to arranging a funeral that meets your needs are what sets us apart from the others... that’s how Menorah Chapels at Millburn became the standard by which all others are judged.
“ The standard by which all others are judged. ” Karen Ross Kerstein Licensed Director
Menorah Chapels at Millburn 2950 Vauxhall Road, Union, NJ 07088 908-964-1500 Rudolph H. Kindel, Manager, NJ Lic. No. JP03158 • Karen Ross Kerstein, Licensed Director, NJ Lic. No. JP03663
Established 1975 Not affiliated with any other funeral home
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Worldwide Arrangements
New York · Florida · California · Israel
Out of State: 1-800-437-5151
www.menorahchapelsatmillburn.com
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FALL 2015
PASSION OF PUCCINI Giacomo Puccini’s operas are the most beloved and performed of all. Composed in a style known as “verismo,” the melodies soar with beauty and passion, sung by unforgettable characters. Puccini and his colleagues injected opera with realism, creating works that remain at the heart of the opera world—for singers, conductors, directors, and most of all, audiences.
28th Annual Shirley C. Green Memorial Symposium
“ISRAEL UPDATE” With Dov Ben-Shimon, Executive Vice President/CEO of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ. Prior to joining Federation, he was assistant executive vice president and director of board development of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC).
MAESTRO ROBERT W. BUTTS, is conductor of The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey as well as Eastern Opera Company and is on the faculties of Montclair State University, Drew University and The College of Saint Elizabeth.
Mondays, June 8 and 15, 1:30pm JCC/NCJW Member: $24, Guest: $30
Born in England, Dov moved to Israel at the age of 18. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in international relations from the Hebrew University. He was an Air Force rescue medic and Infantry combat medic in the Israel Defense Forces. Thursday, September 17, 1:00pm FREE TO ALL
HELP YOURSELF WHILE YOU HELP YOUR COMMUNITY. HOW A CGA WORKS: Establish a charitable gift annuity (CGA) with the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) and receive a tax-deductible donation and a guaranteed fixed annuity payment for life (based on your age).
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FITNESS
WOMEN INSYNC @ THE J A unique group for women who are JCC fitness members and recent retirees or empty nesters looking to stretch their minds, bodies and JCC experiences. Designed for women who want to make new friends, have discussions on graceful aging, health and transition issues, and spend time with each other, enjoy outings to museums, theaters and more. Women inSync @ the J meets on the first and third Thursday of the month (except when indicated) at 1:00pm. For more information, contact Sarah Diamond at 973-929-2938 or sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org.
KOSHER LUNCH PROGRAMS & MEALS ON WHEELS These programs are provided by the Essex County Division of Senior Services.
Join us for a delicious, nutritionally balanced meal at one of our lunch programs in Essex County. For the homebound, we deliver to your home or apartment.
ARTHRITIS CLASS People with arthritis can exercise using gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility and range of motion. You will learn exercises to maintain muscle strength and increase flexibility. Wednesday and Thursday, 10:30–11:15am Tuesday, 10:15–11:00am Included in full center and Margulies membership. $5/class for guests
SENIORS ON STRENGTH (SOS) This class focuses on strength development for the active older adult with simple choreography and basic functional exercises using balls and bands while improving their ability to complete daily activities with ease. Balance and coordination are also addressed. Monday, 11:00–11:45am Included in full center and Margulies membership
FOREVER FIT Increases cardiovascular and muscular endurance as well as balance, agility, and coordination using balls and bands.
We serve traditional Jewish culinary favorites and also celebrate holidays, birthdays and milestone events.
Thursday, 11:20–12:05pm Included in full center and Margulies membership
For more information, contact Joanne Bramnick, 973-530-3414 (jbramnick@jccmetrowest.org).
TAI CHI CHIH
Lunch Sites
This is a set of movements completely focused on the development of an intrinsic energy called Chi. It’s easy to learn. Great for improving balance and posture.
Monday–Thursday, 11:30am-12:15pm Contact Joanne at 973-530-3414 to reserve a lunch.
Monday, 1:30–2:15pm Included in full center and Margulies membership
Village Apartments 110 Vose Avenue, South Orange
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS WITH WEIGHTS
JCC MetroWest, Margulies Senior Center 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange
Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00-1:00pm Contact Frances at 973-530-3504 to reserve a lunch.
Low impact cardio with movements designed to provide options for students to easily modify. Light weights are incorporated to prevent loss of muscle and bone density. Monday and Wednesday, 9:30–10:30am Included in full center membership
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THE FITNESS CENTER OF CHOICE FOR ACTIVE ADULTS FITNESS
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Forever Fit Classes* Low Impact Aerobics w/Weights Seniors on Strength Class* TRX速, Zumba速, Kickboxing Yoga and Pilates Personal Training Premier Fitness Center Weight Loss Competitions Indoor Cycling Studio Tai Chi Chih*
Basketball Courts Racquetball Courts Indoor Track Golf Clinics
WELLNESS Breast Cancer Recovery Training Osteoporosis Strength Class Arthritis Focused Classes* Specialized Parkinson's Classes Health Screenings Health Lectures
SWIM 2 Heated Pools AquaCycle Aqua Zumba速 Swim Lessons Aqua Tabata
RELAX Spa Services Massage Sauna Steam Room Whirlpool
*Margulies members welcome
JCC MetroWest Fitness
CALL: 973.530.3443 CLICK: jccmetrowest.org/fitness VISIT: 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange
LEON & TOBY COOPERMAN JCC | WEST ORANGE MAH JONGG LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS Heidi Schnapp, MA, CSW is available on site Monday through Friday. Consider her a liaison between you and the extensive roster of physicians, clinicians, and medical services available at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Monthly event calendars are located at the JCC reception desks. Please stop by to visit or contact at 973-322-5620, or hschnapp@barnabashealth.org. Monday-Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Knowing your numbers is an important part of maintaining your heart health. These free Blood Pressure Screenings are provided by nursing staff from The Stroke Center at Saint Barnabas Medical Center and Barnabas Health Home Care.
Learn to play this ancient but very popular game! This 5-week course teaches the basics of this game that has been around for centuries. Space is limited. Classes will take place at the Cooperman JCC in West Orange. Sign up today to reserve your space and have fun while keeping your mind active! Pre-registration is required. Instructor: Sharon Rogovin
Spring Class
Tuesday evenings, April 15–May 13 7:15–9:15pm
Fall Class
Tuesday evenings, October 20–November 17 7:15–9:15pm Member: $63, Guest: $68 Please bring a 2015 official Mah Jongg card to class, and a set if you have one. For questions and to register, contact Susan Wallenstein at 973-530-3474 or swallenstein@jccmetrowest.org.
First and Third Thursday of Each Month 10:00–11:00am (Wellness Institute) 11:00–11:30am (Margulies Senior Center)
Put your experience to work:
VOLUNTEER to make a difference in your community today
Remain At Home With Our Help • • • • • •
Certified Home Health Aides Light housekeeping, laundry, & personal care Shopping/errands/food preparation Escort to doctors & social events Medication reminders Minor home repairs & grab bar installation
“Your assistance has really gone a long way toward making many of our difficulties manageable.” — S.N., Essex County
All aides knowledgeable in Jewish customs and kashrut
Hourly & live-in assistance in private homes, senior buildings, & skilled medical facilities. Services coordinated with other providers, including JCC, JFS, & JCHC Long Term Care Insurance is accepted
JVS Caregiving Companions
JVS Home Maintenance Solutions
RSVP Center of Essex and Hudson Counties For more information visit www.jfs metrowest.org/rsvp or contact Stephanie Grove at 973-637-1766 sgrove@jfsmetrowest.org
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CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE For more information, please contact Rhonda Lillianthal at 973-530-3519 or rlillianthal@jccmetrowest.org. Classes in… • Hebrew • Yiddish • Jewish Philosophy • Bible • Monthly Rosh Chodesh Gatherings
THE FLORENCE MELTON SCHOOL OF ADULT JEWISH LEARNING A non-denominational learning experience integrating Jewish history, law, beliefs, practices, and ideas. Classes meet for 2 hours per week 30 weeks per year. Graduates of the two-year core curriculum receive a certificate from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and are eligible to take graduate level courses and Israel seminars. Classes meet at JCC MetroWest and locations throughout the community.
Does Your Treatment Plan Include Rehabilitation?
Sub-Acute Rehabilitation Daughters of Israel offers a relaxing, safe environment with trained medical professionals.
TUV HA’ARETZ 2015 Tuv Ha’Aretz members buy shares of the harvest of a local farm and get weekly deliveries of healthy and mostly organic produce at competitive prices. Tuv Ha’Aretz membership supports local farmers, builds community and expands our understanding of what it means for food to be kosher—not only “fit” for us, but “fit” for the earth as well. Produce is delivered directly to the JCC every week for 12 weeks from July through September. For more information, please contact Daena Silverman at 973-530-3536 or dsilverman@jccmetrowest.org.
Come Home to Our Village
We’re located in the heart of South Orange Village near restaurants, shopping, parks, entertainment, and transportation. Our carefree lifestyle includes a live-in super, on-site medical professionals, and available kosher dining.
Our private rehabilitation campus features:
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence in Senior Living
• A Spacious, State-of-the-Art Gym, • Recovery Suites and Lounge with Luxury Amenities • Fine Kosher Cuisine • Expert On-Site Medical Care For more information or to schedule a private tour call 973-400-3307 or visit www.DaughtersofIsrael.org Daughters of Israel is a non-sectarian community.
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Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation 110 Vose Ave., South Orange, NJ 973-763-0999 Owned and managed by the Jewish Community Housing Corporation of Metropolitan New Jersey
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AQUATICS For more information contact us at aquaticsinfo@jccmetrowest.org or call 973-530-3515.
AQUATIC GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES
ADULT SWIM For the schedule and to register, visit www.jccmetrowest.org/aquaticsred-cross/ adultteenaquatics for a complete listing of all of our current Adult and Teen classes.
Water exercise offers multiple benefits for any fitness level. We offer classes seven days a week, in a variety of formats from Arthritis to Zumba and everything in between.
These courses offer different levels of swimming ability.
To read more and check out all of our group water exercise classes here at JCC MetroWest, please visit www.jccmetrowest.org and click on the Group Exercise Schedule link. For updated days and times, contact us at 973-530-3515 or aquaticsinfo@jccmetrowest.org.
MASTERS SWIM PROGRAM
PERSONAL TRAINING IN THE POOL Discover the Difference that Water Training Makes! Sign up at the Aquatics Information Center, Fitness Reception, or Steiner Court at these affordable rates! SMALL GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING First 3 sessions: $75 (limited to one package per client)
ADULT/TEEN—LEARNING THE BASICS ADULT/TEEN—LEARNING AND REFINING SWIM STROKES
This program is designed to provide fun, fitness, and optional friendly competition in a positive environment of athletic encouragement. For swimmers with Full Center Memberships who do not want to follow a structured workout, check the pool schedule for lap swim availability. 18+ years Spring, Summer, and Fall Sessions Please visit www.jccmetrowest.org/aquaticsred-cross/ master-swim-program for more information.
10 session package: $300
SCUBA DIVING CLASSES ARE NOW FORMING!
All Sessions are 50 minutes
JCC MetroWest has teamed up with the Underwater Adventures Dive Center to bring the amazing world of scuba diving to you. Certified PADI instructors will make this program a safe and fun experience.
ONE-TO-ONE PERSONAL TRAINING IN THE POOL Sessions by Appointment: $65/Session • $600/set of 10 sessions All sessions are 50 minutes
For more information and to register, contact Paul Mickel: 973-258-1300 | paul@underwater-adventures.com Course fee includes the cost of the class and class materials—it does not include the purchase of mask, fins, and snorkel.
SAVE THE DATE! SWIM ACROSS AMERICA Sunday, November 15, 2015 6:00am–8:00pm and 2:00pm–4:00pm To make a donation or to register as a participant or volunteer, please visit www.swimacrossamerica.org/ site/TR?fr_id=3180&pg=entry.
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LEON & TOBY COOPERMAN JCC | WEST ORANGE REEL FILM SERIES
GAELEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS For more information on the following programs, contact Carol Berman at 973-530-3421 or cberman@jccmetrowest.org.
Friday morning weekly film class featuring a Jewish film followed by a discussion with the filmmaker, an expert on the topic, or a similar guest. Experience and explore a variety of films of Jewish interest from around the world, from new releases to restored classics, in this weekly film class. Please visit NJJFF.org or call 973-530-3417 for more information.
HOT TOPICS: COOL CONVERSATIONS
Fridays, 10:00am–12:00pm September 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 13
Join your friends-old and new-in an informal conversation exploring topics such as:
ADULT SCULPTURE AND CERAMICS
Tuesday, April 28, 7:30–9:00pm Jewish Pluralism and what it means in America Tuesday, May 19, 7:30–9:00pm Single, Intermarried, Married: How does “Jewishly” find its way into your life? Thursday, June 11, 7:30–9:00pm Cancer and Ashkenazi Jews: A Very Important Discussion All sessions are FREE
Member: $60, Seniors: $75, Guest: $90
There is something so transforming about working with clay. Try your hand at indoor/outdoor sculpture and decorative and functional ware in our well-equipped studio offering a variety of clay choices and over 120 glazes. Beginner to advanced students welcome. Anatomical instruction is included to those doing figurative work. Wednesdays, 10:00am–12:00pm Thursdays, 7:00–9:00pm For pricing please contact Sarah Jo at 973-530-3481, sjo@jccmetrowest.org.
PAINTING WORKSHOP Oils, acrylics and watercolors. Develop your own style through the use of color, composition and technique. Varied subject matter encouraged such as abstract, landscapes and still life. Individual instruction is in a group setting. Tuesdays, 9:30am–12:00pm For pricing please contact Sarah Jo at 973-530-3481, sjo@jccmetrowest.org
ART LOVERS ODYSSEY Classes alternate between lecture/slide presentations at the J and select museums and galleries in New York City. (Students provide their own transportation.) Thursdays, 10:00–11:30am Member: $305, Guest: $419
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LEON & TOBY COOPERMAN JCC | WEST ORANGE JCC METROWEST BOOK GROUP
GAELEN GALLERIES
Our book group is free, open to both members and non-members, and you can join at any time!
NEW JERSEY WOOD TURNERS
The Unwitting, by Ellen Feldman Thursday, April 16, 7:30pm The Mathematician’s Shiva, by Stuart Rojstaczer Wednesday, May 20, 12:00pm Lineup, by Liad Shoham
SIXTEENTH ANNUAL GAELEN JURIED ART SHOW AND SALE Sponsored by the Norbert and Audrey Gaelen Endowment Co-sponsored by JCC MetroWest Lautenberg Family Center, 901 Route 10 East, Whippany May 17–June 21
Wednesday, June 17, 7:30pm Please check our website for additional dates: jccmetrowest.org/gaelen-center-for-the-arts/ additional-programming-events/
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February 2–April 26
LANDMAN MANSHEL Gaelen Award Winner Sculpture Reception: September 13
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE, VOLUNTEER! For more information about the VAST Program, registering for Matter of Balance, Move Today, Project Health Bones Intro Class, or to make an appointment with the SHIP counselor, contact Susan Galatz at 973750-3447 or sgalatz@jccmetrowest.org.
VOLUNTEERS AND SENIORS TOGETHER (VAST) Many rewarding volunteer opportunities are available for individuals 60+ at JCC Metrowest and our satellite senior centers.
SHIP – STATE HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM Do you have questions about Medicare or Medigap supplements? Schedule an individual appointment with a trained SHIP volunteer. Thursdays; twice a month. By appointment only. FREE TO ALL
SPORTS & RECREATION Please contact Sherri Feldscher at 974-530-3425 or sfeldscher@jccmetrowest.org for additional information.
PICK UP BASKETBALL Hit the hardwood for some friendly pick up action. No fee and no advance registration required. JCC members only. Check the Margulis Gym calendar on the JCC website for current days and times offered.
PICKLEBALL Funny name great game! Pickleball is a net game which incorporates tennis, badminton, ping pong and racquetball. No fee. JCC members only. Equipment will be provided or you can bring your own. Check the Margulis Gym calendar on the JCC website for days and times program is offered.
PING PONG
A MATTER OF BALANCE Mondays and Wednesdays for eight sessions April 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, 1:30–3:30pm Space is limited. Advance registration required. You will learn to:
Come play table tennis at the JCC. Bring a partner. We have all the equipment. Advance registration required by contacting 973-530-3406. No fee. JCC members only. Check the Margulis Gym calendar on the JCC website for days and times offered.
• View falls as controllable
INDOOR SOCCER
• Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
Join us for pickup soccer in the Margulis Gymnasium. Our soccer program offers a great chance to get in some friendly competition. No fee. JCC members only.
• Exercise to increase strength and balance
CARDIO TENNIS A series of tennis based drills and activities played to up-tempo music. It is all about keeping your heart rate up, burning calories and having fun. Class includes warm-up, cardio workout and cool down phases. Prerequisite: must be at least an intermediate tennis player.
RACQUETBALL LEAGUES Beginner through advanced leagues offered year round. Open to JCC members and guests.
MOVE TODAY Learn gentle exercises to increase strength, balance and flexibility and improve posture. Twelve sessions, 2 times per week. Member: $6, Guest: $12 www.jccmetrowest.org | 973.530.3400
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LAUTENBERG FAMILY CENTER WHIPPANY AT LEISURE GROUPS For more information, please contact Sharon Rogovin, 973-929-2917 or srogovin@jccmetrowest.org. To register, contact Sarah Diamond, 973-929-2938 or sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org. Call for a copy of our current newsletter.
COUPLES @ LEISURE (CAL) A unique approach for couples to meet new friends. A social group where activities are planned by members for members. CAL meets one Sunday a month and other times for activities.
MEN @ LEISURE (MAL) A group for men with flexible schedules who are seeking meaningful experiences and special programs. Join new friends and old to learn, to discuss, and to share breakfast. MAL meets the first and third Thursdays of the month (except when indicated) from 9:00am-11:30am.
TOGETHER @ LEISURE (TAL) A unique opportunity for unattached, active seniors in Essex and Morris counties to come together for interesting programs, new friends, companionship and more. Active, vital, single, Jewish seniors, living independently in the community who are young at heart and young in spirit will have fun and enjoy interesting events and meaningful activities with likeminded people. Meets monthly. Time and location will vary depending upon the activity for the month.
WOMEN @ LEISURE (WAL) A group for women with flexible schedules who are seeking meaningful experiences and special programs. WAL meets the second Tuesday of the month (except when indicated) from 9:30am-noon. Special Interest groups meet weekly and include Mah Jongg, Canasta, Bridge, and Book Club.
AAA’S CARFIT PROGRAM Does your car fit you? Learn why the proper fit in your vehicle is essential for both your safety and the safety of others on the road. CarFit was developed by the American Society on Aging in collaboration with AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. This free program provides a quick, yet comprehensive 12-point check of how well you and your car work together. Tuesday, May 12, 11:00am–2:00pm Advance registration required.
Especially Designed for Drivers Age 50 & Over AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM The AARP Driver Safety Program was developed in 1979 and about 700,000 people complete the course each year. This 6-hour classroom refresher course is designed especially for drivers age 50 and over. Participants who complete the course earn a certificate which may qualify them for an Insurance Premium discount. Participants must present a current, valid Driver License or Permit. Florida and New York licensees are not permitted here because those states have unique requirements. Mondays, June 15 & 22, 9:30am–12:30pm AARP Member: $15, Non-AARP Member: $20 (make checks payable to AARP) Advance registration required.
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LAUTENBERG FAMILY CENTER | WHIPPANY TOGETHER AT LEISURE HAPPY HOUR AT MCLOONE’S BOAT HOUSE Together at Leisure is a unique opportunity for unattached, active seniors in Essex and Morris counties to come together for interesting programs, new friends, companionship and more. Enjoy Happy Hour with your JCC friends at McLoone’s Boathouse, 9 Cherry Lane (off Northfield Avenue), West Orange. Enjoy one drink (non-alcoholic available) and a variety of appetizers. Tuesday, June 9, 5:00pm $20 per person, Cash Only Please
AUTHOR TALK WITH MAH JONGG MAVEN KAREN GOOEN Searching for Bubbe Fischer is about Karen Gooen’s experiences as a novice mah jongg player and her quest to become better. As one reviewer said, “every Mah Jongg player—young, old, new, or experienced— will see her/himself in Karen’s words.” A humorous, engaging and educational book. Wednesday, June 10, 1:00pm (Free to all)
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FILM SERIES All films will begin promptly at 10:30am and are held at the Lautenberg Family Center in Whippany. Coffee and refreshments will be provided. At Leisure/Margulies or Fitness Member: FREE Guest: $8 per movie, $20 for series
SPRING CARY GRANT ON THE BIG SCREEN North by Northwest
An advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies is pursued across the country while he looks for a way to survive.
An Affair to Remember
Two strangers meet and fall deeply in love. Though each is engaged to someone else, they agree to meet six months later. The lover’s future takes an uncertain turn.
The Philadelphia Story
A film about a socialite whose wedding plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her exhusband and a tabloid magazine journalist. Mondays, April 6, 13 & 20, 10:30am
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LAUTENBERG FAMILY CENTER | WHIPPANY SUMMER FILMS DIRECTED BY THE LEGENDARY ROB REINER
FALL RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN ON THE BIG SCREEN
When Harry Met Sally
The King and I
The Bucket List
Oklahoma
Harry meets Sally on a drive to New York. She rebuffs his flip advances. Nonetheless, the two bump into each other at various emotionally crucial points in their lives and eventually manage to effect a friendship. Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman star as two terminally ill cancer patients who decide to break out of the hospital and live their last days to the fullest in director Rob Reiner’s seriocomic road movie.
The Princess Bride
An enchanting fantasy filled with adventure, romance and plenty of good-hearted fun. This wonderful fairy tale about a princess named Buttercup and her beloved is a real dream of a movie. Mondays, July 13, 20 & 27, 10:30am
Anna, a British schoolteacher is hired as part of the King’s drive to modernize his country. The relationship is marked by conflict through much of the piece, as well as by a love that neither can admit. Two young cowboys vie with an evil ranch hand and a traveling peddler for the hearts of the women they love.
South Pacific
On a South Pacific island during World War II, love blooms between a young nurse and a secretive Frenchman who’s being courted for a dangerous military mission. Mondays, November 9, 16 & 23, 10:30am
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LAUTENBERG FAMILY CENTER | WHIPPANY AT LEISURE MAH JONGG TOURNAMENT Join your Women at Leisure friends for a friendly, albeit competitive Mah Jongg tournament. Sign-in begins promptly at 9:30am and tournament play starts promptly at 10:00am. Lunch will be served. Wednesday, October 28, 10:00am-2:30pm Women at Leisure Member: $30 At Leisure/Margulies or Fitness Member: $35 Guest: $40 Minimum Enrollment of 20 participants needed.
MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP A unique opportunity to create a legacy. Sponsored by NORWESCAP, and led by Ellen Konwiser, experienced memoir facilitator and editor. This workshop will teach students the basics of effective storytelling while assisting them in shaping their experiences into the written word, and document the lives of participants, preserving their insights for future generations. Participants must have access to a computer or word processor and must make a 6-session commitment. Mondays, March 30, April 13 & 27, May 11, and June 1 &15, 10:30am–1:00pm Free for JCC Members
BOOK CLUB AT THE LAUTENBERG JCC The Adult Department at the Lautenberg JCC in Whippany’s Jewish Book Group meets one Thursday per month at 10:30am. Knowledge of Judaism is not mandatory, though all book selections will be novels that have some Jewish content or meaning. This book group welcomes all, it is not just for women! Book club selections will be announced at meetings and will be posted in all Women At Leisure newsletters. Apr 23 May 14 Jun 11 Jul 9 Aug 13 Sept Oct Nov Dec
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DAY TRIPS Contact Sarah Diamond, sdiamond@jccmetrowest.org or 973-929-2938 for more information or to register.
SPRINGTIME IN NEWARK NEWARK, NJ Essex County Branch Brook Park Hobby’s Delicatessen New Jersey Historical Society Military Park Celebrate the arrival of spring with a guided tour of New Jersey’s Cherry Blossoms at historic Essex County Branch Brook Park. After a delicious lunch at Hobby’s Delicatessen, an old fashioned Jewish deli, we travel to the New Jersey Historical Society to begin our guided tour of Military Park, the most significant historic park in Newark. Wednesday, April 15 9:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 9:30am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 3:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $60, Guest: $75 Includes: Transportation, guided tours and lunch.
EXPLORE THE NEW 9/11 MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL After brunch at the West Orange JCC, a bus will be waiting to take us to the new 9/11 Memorial Museum. The new Museum was created to be an educational and historical institution honoring the victims and examining 9/11 and its continued global significance. We will witness artifacts, personal effects, and memorabilia, along with expressions of tribute and remembrance. After we explore the Museum, we will spend time reflecting at the 9/11 Memorial. Monday, April 27 10:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 10:30am Brunch at West Orange JCC 11:30am Bus leaves for NYC 4:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $70, Guest: $85
TRIP TO SANDS CASINO AND OUTLETS Join us for a comfortable bus ride to this fun-filled casino which was once the Bethlehem Steel Factory. Come play the slots and win big in the fall or spring. Enjoy retail therapy as you shop the Outlets at Sands just steps from the casino floor. Bonus cash credit to be announced closer to departure date. Government issued ID required to receive bonus. Wednesday, May 13 (Spring Trip) Wednesday, October 14 (Fall Trip) 8:30am Bus leaves Temple Ner Tamid, Bloomfield (with minimum enrollment) 9:00am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 9:20am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 6:00pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $30, Guest: $45
STEP INTO HISTORY Museum of Biblical Art—Sculpture in the Age of Donatello New York Historical Society—Lincoln and the Jews We start our day at the Museum of Biblical Art for a docent tour of Sculpture in the Age of Donatello: Renaissance Masterpieces from Florence Cathedral, where we will see sculptures—most never seen outside Italy! We continue on to the New York Historical Society, the oldest museum in NYC. After a box lunch, we enjoy a docent tour of the landmark exhibition: Lincoln and the Jews, focusing on the relationships between Abraham Lincoln and his Jewish friends and associates. Time to view the other special exhibitions on display: Picasso’s Painting for the Ballet Le Tricorne and An Al Hirschfeld Retrospective. Thursday, May 28 9:00am Bus departs Whippany JCC 9:20am Bus departs West Orange JCC 6:00pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $80, Guest: $95 Includes: Transportation, museum admissions, docent tours, and box lunch.
Includes: Brunch, transportation, admission and audio guide.
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DAY TRIPS THE NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDENS BRONX, NY
HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE SUMMER MUSICAL
Frida Kahlo’s Garden Sammy’s Fish Box, City Island
“Twist & Shout”
We start our day with lunch on City Island at Sammy’s Fish Box, a Bronx institution since 1966. Off to another ‘exotic’ destination: Frida Kahlo’s Garden at The New York Botanical Gardens. This exhibition is the first to examine Frida Kahlo’s appreciation for the beauty and variety of the natural world. Featuring a rare display of more than a dozen original Kahlo paintings and works on paper, this exhibition will also reimagine the iconic artist’s famed garden, studio and her home in Mexico City. Wednesday, June 17 9:15am Bus leaves Whippany 9:45am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 5:00pm Bus returns (approx.)
A nice day out—enjoy a full course lunch, a fabulous dessert buffet, a lovely boutique, and a lively musical show. This trip is always a sell-out! Tuesday, July 21 9:45am Bus leaves West Orange, JCC 10:15am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 4:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $75, Guest: $85
JERSEY SHORE & PIER VILLAGE Long Branch, NJ A wonderful way to enjoy a pleasant day at the shore. Stroll the boardwalk or browse in the shops. Lunch is on your own.
JCC Member: $85, Guest: $99 INCLUDES: Transportation, lunch, admission and docent tour.
Wednesday, September 9 9:30am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 10:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 4:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $30, Guest: $40
THE SCULPTURES OF PABLO PICASSO Museum of Modern Art
CRUISE DOWN THE SHORE Spend a relaxing summer day at the Jersey Shore. We will board the River Lady, a paddle wheel riverboat which splendidly captures the ambiance of a 19th century Mississippi paddleboat. During this cruise, sailing down the Toms River into the Barnegat Bay, our Captain will present a full historical commentary and a delectable lunch will be served. As time passes we will see some of the most beautiful sights in the area. Tuesday, June 30 8:45am Bus departs Whippany JCC 9:15am Bus departs West Orange JCC 3:00pm Bus returns (approx.)
Spend a day inside the Museum of Modern Art. We will have a guided tour of the special exhibit, Picasso Sculpture, a sweeping survey of Pablo Picasso’s innovative and influential work in three dimensions. Unlike painting, in which he was formally trained and through which he made his living, sculpture occupied a uniquely personal and experimental status for Picasso. Lunch is on your own—in one of the cafés or the restaurant. Time to visit the museum on your own. And, of course, the gift store! Thursday, September 24 8:30am Bus leaves Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell (with minimum enrollment) 9:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 9:20am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 4:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $70, Guest: $85
JCC Member: $70, Guest: $85 Includes: Transportation, lunch and sightseeing tour.
Includes: Transportation, admission and docent tour. Lunch is on your own.
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DAY TRIPS TOUR HISTORIC LOWER EAST SIDE
A DAY IN PENNSYLVANIA
In a combined walking and bus tour, we will trace the rich and diverse history of what was once the world’s largest Jewish community. Stops include the following: Schimmels Knishes, Russ and Daughters, The Angel Orensantz Center, First Roumanian-American Congregation, Beth Hagadol, Seward Park High School, The Daily Forward Building, The Pickle Guys, Economy Candy Store, Kossars Bialy’s, Donut Plant, The Educational Alliance and Strauss Square. Learn about the stories of George Burns, Eddie Cantor and Irving Berlin who grew up in the Lower East Side.
Brandywine River Museum QVC Studio Tour
Lunch will be at the famed Katz’s Deli, in business since 1888. Thursday, October 22 9:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 9:30am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 5:00pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $90, Guest: $105 Includes: Transportation, lunch, and docent tour.
At the Brandywine River Museum, we will discover an outstanding collection of American art housed in a nineteenth-century mill on the banks of the Brandywine River. Renowned for its holdings of the Wyeth family of artists, our guided tour of the museum will feature galleries dedicated to the work of N.C., Andrew and Jamie Wyeth. After lunch in the café, we will travel to QVC Studios for a one-of-a-kind guided walking tour through the fantastic world of multimedia retailing. Time to shop in the studio store. Wednesday, November 11 8:15am Bus leaves Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell (with minimum enrollment) 8:30am Bus leaves West Orange JCC 9:00am Bus leaves Whippany JCC 5:30pm Bus returns (approx.) JCC Member: $80, Guest: $95 Includes: Transportation, lunch, admission and docent tours.
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The Lester Senior Housing Community was voted “Best in Senior Living” in the 2014 Best of Essex Readers Choice Awards! Our amazing residents! They’re active, engaged and inspiring, enjoying their retirement years and setting a great example for younger generations. Our great activities. It’s no wonder the residents are so busy … between the creative programs (memoir writing, flower arranging, painting and more), performing arts, exercise classes, lectures, parties and outings, who has time to sit still? Our luxury surroundings. Our buildings are elegant, the grounds are beautifully landscaped and the apartments are spacious. Our caring staff. From the front desks to the dining rooms and everywhere (and everyone) in between, we love our hard-working employees who always go the extra mile for residents. On-site wellness center. Residents have access to on-site medical staff and wellness practitioners and services, including aromatherapy, health screenings, rehabilitation, and memory care resources. Delicious glatt kosher dining. Beautifully presented dishes from a broad menu served in our elegant dining rooms, or light fare in our casual Café Ruth. A range of supportive services. The Lester Senior Housing Community offers the choice of independent or assisted living, depending on our residents’ changing needs. Ample parking. There’s always plenty of convenient free parking right in front of our building for residents and guests.
Religious services. A full complement of Sabbath and holiday services in our 10 on-site community chapel.
We invite you to come see for yourself ! Call David Rozen for more information or to arrange a tour (973) 929-2725
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JULY 12-19 CHAUTAUQUA INSTITUTION Lecture topic: Immigration Join us on our fourth annual visit. Enjoy fine and performing arts, lectures and recreational activities in a beautiful lakeside setting. Stay at the historic Athenaeum Hotel in the center of activity. See the official Chautauqua website www.ciweb.org for detailed information. Includes roundtrip bus transportation, 7 nights hotel with private bath, three gourmet meals daily at the hotel and your gate pass, which entitles you to attend the lectures and entertainment. JCC escort throughout. JCC Fitness, Margulies or At Leisure Member: $2400 Guest: $2936 per person double occupancy Guest rate includes a 1-year JCC “At Leisure” Membership (Additional $400 single supplement) $500 deposit will hold your spot. Payment in full by May 15, 2015 (nonrefundable). Travel Insurance strongly suggested. Minimum enrollment must be met by May 1.
CRUISE WITH YOUR JCC FRIENDS
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