MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
SEPTEMBER
9: Holiday Floral Arrangement Workshop........................................................7-9pm
14: Sid Jacobson Community Players Presents: Guys and Dolls Auditions.....1-5pm
24: Book Club: Help Wanted................................................................................7-9pm
25: Author Breakfast: The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr....................10:30am
28: Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol at The Nassau County Museum of Art...........6-8pm
OCTOBER
16: Canasta Tournament.............................................................................10am-3pm
31: Author Breakfast: When Women Ran Fifth Avenue by Julie Satow...10:30am
NOVEMBER
7: Partners: Star Crossed by Heather Dune Macadam..............................7:30pm
13: Day Trip: Water for Elephants on Broadway..........................................10:45am
14: Partners: The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum by Margalit Fox.................7:30pm
20: In Conversation With: Help Wanted by Adelle Waldman............................1pm
21: Author Talks: #Antisemitism: Coming of Age During the Resurgence of Hate by Samantha A. Vinokor-Meinrath.............................7pm
DECEMBER
2: Spotlight Speaker: The Joy of Costco: A Treasure Hunt from A to Z by David and Susan Schwartz..........................................................................7pm
5: Author Breakfast: The Lost Van Gogh by Jonathan Santlofer.................10:30am
JANUARY
7: Author Talks: Parenting Anxious Kids: Understanding Anxiety in Children by Age and Stage by Regine Galanti, PhD.................................7-8:30pm
MARCH
5: Day Trip: Gypsy on Broadway...........................................................................11am
17: Partners: Lovers in Auschwitz by Keren Blankfeld................................7:30pm
APRIL
1: Partners: Family Declassified by Katherine Fennelly..............................7:30pm
3: Author Breakfast: We Must Not Think of Ourselves by Lauren Grodstein...................................................................................10:30am
28: In Conversation With: The Sequel by Jean Hanff Korelitz.........................7pm
MAY
1: Author Breakfast: The Trade Off by Samantha Greene Woodruff.......10:30am
6: Author Talks: The Old Jewish Men’s Guide to Eating, Sleeping, and Futzing Around by Noah Rinsky.........................................................6:30pm Book programs are supported by
JODI
& ROBERT ROSENTHAL
AUTHOR BREAKFAST + BOOK SIGNING SERIES
Meet the author, get your book signed, participate in an engaging Q&A — bring your friends! Programs will also be available via livestream.
THE GODDESS OF WARSAW BY LISA BARR
From The New York Times bestselling author, a gripping dual-timeline novel that follows a legendary Hollywood screen star as she recounts her secret life in the Warsaw Ghetto.
Wednesday, September 25, 10:30am
WHEN WOMEN RAN FIFTH AVENUE BY JULIE SATOW
Satow, an award-winning journalist, chronicles the golden age of American department stores and the three visionary women who led them!
Thursday, October 31, 10:30am
THE LOST VAN GOGH BY JONATHAN SANTLOFER
A spellbinding thriller of masterpieces, masterminds, and the mysterious underbelly of the art world.
Thursday, December 5, 10:30am
WE MUST NOT THINK OF OURSELVES BY LAUREN GRODSTEIN
This Read With Jenna pick was inspired by a little-known piece of history in the lives of Jewish occupants of the Warsaw Ghetto in World War II, and is a piercing story of love, determination, and sacrifice.
Thursday, April 3, 10:30am
THE TRADE OFF BY SAMANTHA GREENE WOODRUFF
Inspired by the true story of a pioneering investment legend, an ambitious young woman strives to find her place amid the promise and tumult of 1920s Wall Street.
Thursday, May 1, 10:30am
SERIES OF 5
$175 members / $200 nonmembers
3 FALL PROGRAMS
$130 members / $155 nonmembers
2 SPRING PROGRAMS
$90 members / $100 nonmembers
INDIVIDUAL PROGRAM
$60
Please note that refunds will not be issued for any missed programs
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/authorbreakfast
LINDA & GERALD MARSDEN
PARTNERS WITH THE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Our literary events go beyond the walls of SJJCC; we take our acts on the road to local synagogues! Free to the community.
STAR CROSSED BY HEATHER DUNE MACADAM
The epic true story of love and resistance during World War II offers insight into the Holocaust and the lives that French citizens bravely led under Hitler’s regime. At Woodbury Jewish Center 200 South Woods Road, Woodbury Thursday, November 7, 7:30pm
THE
TALENTED
MRS.
MANDELBAUM BY MARGALIT FOX
America’s first organized-crime lord was a lady — a Jewish mother named Mrs. Mandelbaum! Fox tells the unforgettable true story of a once-famous heroine whose life exemplifies America’s cherished rags-to-riches narrative.
At Temple Sinai 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights Thursday, November 14, 7:30pm
LOVERS IN AUSCHWITZ BY KEREN BLANKFELD
The true story of two Holocaust survivors who fell in love in Auschwitz, were separated upon liberation, and found each other again more than 70 years later. At Temple Beth Israel 18 Temple Drive, Port Washington Monday, March 17, 7:30pm
FAMILY
DECLASSIFIED BY KATHERINE FENNELLY
Fennelly, a social scientist, delves into the rationale and consequences of family secrets by studying her Jewish-Hungarian grandfather — an immigrant who overcame a tragic childhood to become the head of an elite espionage unit in World War II.
At Melville Jewish Center 2600 New York Avenue, Melville Tuesday, April 1, 7:30pm
Today’s most fascinating novelists and speakers share heartfelt experiences about overcoming adversity while promoting Jewish values.
THE JOY OF COSTCO: A TREASURE HUNT FROM A TO Z
BY DAVID AND SUSAN SCHWARTZ
Go on a whirlwind tour of Costco warehouses from around the globe with the Schwartz’s — two of the store’s biggest fans — who have visited at least one warehouse in 47 states and 13 countries!
Monday, December 2, 7pm
$40
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/spotlightspeaker
JODI & ROBERT ROSENTHAL IN CONVERSATION WITH... SERIES
Nicole Yablans, known as Long Island’s Book Club Lady, moderates engaging discussions with today’s bestselling authors!
HELP WANTED BY ADELLE WALDMAN
From the author of The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P. comes a funny and eye-opening tale of work in contemporary America, that was chosen as an Editor’s Choice by The New York Times Book Review!
Wednesday, November 20, 1pm
$30
THE SEQUEL BY JEAN HANFF KORELITZ
In a follow-up to her 2021 Tonight Show Summer Reads Pick, The Plot, Korelitz introduces readers to a new antihero, while illuminating and satirizing the world of publishing in this fun and suspenseful read.
Monday, April 28, 7pm
$30
registration required at sjjcc.org/inconversation
AUTHOR TALKS SERIES
In collaboration with other Centers throughout SJJCC, hear from authors on a variety of topics!
#ANTISEMITISM: COMING OF AGE DURING
THE RESURGENCE OF HATE BY SAMANTHA A. VINOKOR-MEINRATH
Using personal experiences and research, Jewish educator Samantha A. Vinokor-Meinrath examines antisemitism from the scope of both the political left and right to explore identity development among members of Generation Z within the Jewish community. Thursday, November 21, 7pm Free
PARENTING ANXIOUS KIDS: UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY IN CHILDREN BY AGE AND STAGE BY REGINE GALANTI, PHD
While it’s normal for children of all ages to experience fears and worries, if your child’s anxiety interferes with their daily life, it’s time to seek help. This accessible, research-based guide is filled with actionable steps to help your child conquer their anxiety. Presented in collaboration with our Dr. Gayle R. Berg Center for Psychological Resilience.
Tuesday, January 7, 7-8:30pm
$20
THE OLD JEWISH MEN’S GUIDE TO EATING, SLEEPING, AND FUTZING AROUND BY NOAH RINSKY
A humorous, stylish, and crotchety celebration of a most fascinating group of fellas — old Jewish men — and the people who put up with them!
Tuesday, May 6, 6:30pm
$20
SID JACOBSON COMMUNITY PLAYERS PRESENT
GUYS AND DOLLS
Take a trip back to the bustling Manhattan streets in the 1950s through the musical comedy about gamblers, gangsters, and showgirls featuring the memorable song, Luck Be a Lady! Please come prepared to sing and dance at auditions. Rehearsals will begin in November.
Auditions: Saturday, September 14, 1-5pm
Performances:
Saturday, January 25
Sunday, January 26
Saturday, February 1
Sunday, February 2
VERVE 55+ LIVING
Welcome to VERVE, the community for fun, spirited, and active adults! Whether you’re still working, semi-retired, or fully retired, there are lots of ways to get involved and meet new friends.
SINGLES CAFÉ V55
Mix and mingle at our Gezunter Café with activities, music, and food!
First Thursday of the month, 7-9pm
$20 members / $30 nonmembers
WALKING CLUB
Lace up your sneakers and join us as we walk the grounds of the Nassau County Museum of Art, right across the street from SJJCC! Thursdays, 9:30am
BOOK CLUB WITH NICOLE YABLANS
Share your thoughts on today’s bestselling novels! September’s selection is Help Wanted by Adelle Waldman. Read and discuss the book before Adelle joins us in November!
Tuesday, September 24, 7-9pm
$20 members / $30 nonmembers
ARTS + CULTURE PROGRAMS
Take center stage with our expansive Arts + Culture programs that are sure to entertain and educate!
CULTURE
HOLIDAY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP
Learn the basics of floral design and assemble a beautiful faux flower centerpiece! All supplies are included.
Monday, September 9, 7-9pm
$40 members / $50 nonmembers
SEEING RED: RENOIR TO WARHOL AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
Enjoy a private, docent-led tour of the Nassau County Museum of Art’s exciting new exhibit, Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol, and indulge in a selection of offbeat and unique wines during the subsequent wine tasting.
At the Nassau County Museum of Art One Museum Drive, Roslyn Saturday, September 28, 6-8pm
POWER UP YOUR PERFORMANCE
Excel at public speaking in this workshop series, led by author and professor, Marla Seiden. 4 sessions
Begins Monday, November 4, 7-8:30pm
$135 members / $150 nonmembers
ARTS + CULTURE PROGRAMS
DAY TRIPS
Included in the cost are premium orchestra seats, a boxed lunch, and transportation to and from SJJCC.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS ON BROADWAY
See the dazzling Tony Award-nominated musical based on the critically acclaimed bestselling novel by Sara Gruen. It is 1931, and Jacob Jankowski, recently orphaned, jumps onto a moving train, unsure of where it will take him. On his journey, he finds a new family with the crew of a traveling circus and a life beyond his wildest dreams.
Wednesday, November 13
Bus departs SJJCC at 10:45am; showtime is 1pm $280 per person
GYPSY ON BROADWAY
Everything’s Coming Up Roses for six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, star of the Broadway revival! The musical, featuring the music of Stephen Sondheim, is based on the memoirs of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee, who travels across the country with her daughters in search of vaudeville success.
Wednesday, March 5
Bus departs SJJCC at 11am; showtime is 2pm $285 per person
GAME WORKSHOPS
Expand on your skills or learn something new in our workshops!
MAH JONG + CANASTA WITH JUDY UMANSKY
BEGINNER CANASTA
Learn the rules, strategies, and scoring with hands-on play.
CONQUERING CANASTA
Polish your Canasta skills while learning advanced strategies.
BEGINNER MAH JONG
Learn to play this fun game using the official rules of the National Mah Jong League.
MAH JONG CLINIC
Designed for those who know the basic rules, vocabulary, and want advice and advanced strategies for improving their game.
BRIDGE CLASSES WITH ELLIOT DIAMOND
BEGINNER BRIDGE 1.0
Haven’t played bridge before? Join this class to learn all about the game!
BEGINNER BRIDGE 2.0
For those who have basic knowledge of bridge and have taken Beginner Bridge 1.0 with Elliot.
ADVANCED BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE
Students should have knowledge of bidding and play of hand.
CANASTA TOURNAMENT
Enjoy a day of playing cards at our tournament, led by Judy Umansky, along with a buffet lunch! Wednesday, October 16, 10am-3pm $100 members / $120 nonmembers
Advance registration required at sjjcc.org/games
ARTSPACE
View the exhibits of established and emerging local artists in our 90-foot gallery!
GETTING THERE BY DEE SHAPIRO
Shapiro, whose work has been featured at the Guggenheim, The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, and numerous other museums and galleries nationwide, invites viewers to explore geometric forms in architecture as seen on foot, by car, or by bicycle.
September-November
TEHRAN TO NEW YORK, LEDOR VADOR
BY MINA RABBANI BABAZADEH + HOMA RAFII RABBANI
Through their evocative artwork, this mother-daughter duo shares their immigration journey from Tehran, Iran, to Long Island.
December-February
Additional galleries are lined up for 2025, stay tuned for details!
Interested in exhibiting your artwork at SJJCC? Contact Jaime Teich, jteich@sjjcc.org to learn more.
LONG ISLAND JEWISH HISTORY MUSEUM
The home of the Jewish Historical Society of Long Island! Come for a visit or book a tour!
Saturdays, 11:15am-2:15pm Sundays, 3pm-6pm
