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Coming of Age

in Maryland (CoA)

MAY– JUNE 2017

Thursday, May 18, 2017 ♦ 10am-2pm

8th ANNUAL “TO LIFE”

HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO!!

Leisure World - Clubhouse I

For more information, please contact 301.348.3832 or fenoch@jccgw.org. _______________________________

Coming of Age in Maryland is a partnership of the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA), Premier Homecare, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington (JCCGW) and Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA). Funding is provided by The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, the United Jewish Endowment Fund, and the State of Maryland.

For social work services, please contact 301.816.2673 or abaronofsky@jssa.org.

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Ari Baronofsky, LCSW-C

abaronofsky@jssa.org 301-816-2673

INTRODUCING THE NEW CoA SOCIAL WORKER: Ari Baronofsky recently joined JSSA as a Clinical Social Worker in Senior Services. He received his Masters of Social Work from Wheelock College in 2006. Ari has prior experience in case man-agement for seniors, having spent the last ten years working as a case manager for a long-term care insurance provider. Ari moved to Maryland from Boston when his family decided to relocate away from the big city. He is enjoying life in the Metro DC area, but secretly misses New England snow. Ari is happy to be joining CoA, and looks forward to meeting you at future events.

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Mix & Mingle Coffee House

for Baby Boomers & Kindred Spirits

When: Thursday, May 25

Time: 7:00 PM

Where: Bender JCC of Greater Washington

Cost: $3

Meet singles, share experiences...Ages 50-150 welcome!

For more information, contact Meryl Trachtman

301.348.3808 or mtrachtman@benderjccgw.org

CoA REGISTRATION FORM

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REGISTER ONLINE @ jccgw.org or by mail

►Need help? Please call 301-348-3832.

To register by mail, complete & submit this form to: JCCGW, Attn: CoA // 6125 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD 20852 Date:_______Name _________________________________________ Address __________________________ Apt. # ______ City _______________ State ______ Zip Code _________ Phone # _________________Email___________________________

Method of Payment (check one; NO CASH) □ Check - Payable to JCCGW Total Amount Paid $_______ □ VISA □ MasterCard □ AmEx □ Discover Credit Card # ______________________________Exp. Date: _______ ► NOTE: By completing and submitting this form, I grant permission for the use of individual and/or group activity photographs and/or name(s) of the aforementioned registrant(s), and, without limitation, for the use of such pictures, names and/or registrant(s)’ statements, verbal or written, in connection with JCCGW and CoA purposes. The JCCGW and CoA are released from any claims whatever that may arise in said regard.

CoA @ Beth Ami, Mon., May 8 RSVP 5/1 Fee: $7 (16681) Amount $________ “Expo Finale” Seth Kibel Concert; Thurs., May 18 RSVP 5/10 Fee: $7 (16682) Amount $________ CoA @ Shaare Tefila, Wed., May 24 RSVP 5/17 Fee: $7(16409) Amount $________ CoA @ Shaare Tefila, Thurs., June 8 RSVP 6/1 Fee: $7 (16345) Amount $________ Excursion: African Museum, Wed., June 14 RSVP 6/1 Fees:$0/Program (16683); $20/transportation (16684) Amount $_______ CoA @ Beth Ami, Mon., June 19 RSVP 6/12 Fee: $7 (16365) Amount $________ Food ‘n Fun: Hunan Restaurant, Thurs, June 22 RSVP 6/12 Fee: $20/Lunch & Program (16406) Amount $______ Leisure World: Movie Matinee, Wed., June 28 RSVP 6/21 Fee: $7 (16366) Amount $________

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CoA POLICIES

►PAYMENT Checks should be made payable to JCCGW and mailed to:

JCCGW - Coming of Age (CoA)

6125 Montrose Road

Rockville, MD 20852

♥ JCCGW = Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington CoA = Coming of Age

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Programs are filled in order of receipt of payment, 1st come, 1st served. No registrations by phone - only online ~or ~ by mail!

► PLEASE NOTE: EACH program participant must

provide their name, address & phone number!

►Refunds/Cancellations

There is no refund if you cancel after the RSVP date. ►Mailings: Please call us to be removed from our mailing list.

► Please call CoA at 301.348.3832 with any special needs.

►IMPORTANT EXCURSION INFORMATION The CoA staff calls each excursion registrant, usually 1-2 days before the trip, with bus departure times. (An approximate departure time is noted in the CoA booklet.) Please be at your pick-up location at least 10 (ten) minutes before boarding time. This allows us to get on the bus, get to our destination on time, and to be considerate of the other attendees. In the case of an emergency, and at the staff’s discretion, the bus may wait an additional 5 (five) minutes before departing. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

►►IMPORTANT INFORMATION

RE. CoA BI-MONTHLY MAILINGS

If you have attended 1 or fewer CoA program (s) between January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016, your name may be removed from our mailing list. Please call us with any questions or if we have removed your name erroneously. Thank you for your understanding!

Note: The CoA bi-monthly calendar can be viewed online.

Movie Matinee: “Germans & Jews”

Documentary ♦ 76 minutes ♦ English

Guest Speaker & Facilitator:

Helga Barth, Minister & Head of Political Affairs

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany

When: Wednesday, June 28, 1:30 - 3:30 PM RSVP by 6/21

Where: Clubhouse II Auditorium, 3300 N.L.W. Blvd. Today, Europe's fastest growing Jewish population is in Berlin. Through personal stories, Germans & Jews explores Germany's transformation as a society. A story of reconciliation emerges. Post-film, Ms. Barth will speak about how Germany has dealt with the legacy of the Holocaust. She also examines why Jews, and Israelis in particular, are moving to Germany in record numbers and how the government is very much encouraging it.

Hunan Delight Restaurant

Game: BINGO!

Thursday, June 22, 12:30 - 3:00 PM RSVP by 6/12 Cost: $20/Lunch & Game Where: 18220 Village Center Dr. Olney, MD (301.774.7944)

This restaurant serves authentic Hunan, Szechuan and Mandarin Cuisine which surpasses any restaurant in Chinatown. Forget Chinatown and come to Olney, which is way more convenient! Since opening for the first time in 1988, they have provided repeat

customers with delicious food and friendly service! Not spicy!

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Coming of Age & JRLW @ LEISURE WORLD

3300 N. Leisure World Blvd. ♦ Fee: $7

FOOD ‘N FUN

Thursday, May 18

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Leisure World, Clubhouse I

►Co-sponsored by The Jewish Residents

of Leisure World and presented by Coming of Age in Maryland

Highlights

● FREE Admission ♦ FREE Bags ♦ FREE Give-a-ways ● 50+ Exhibitors (Exhibitor Hall closes at 2:00 PM) ● Preventive Health Screenings (End at 2:00 PM) ● Interactive Workshops ● “Head to Toe” Massages ● ‘Capture a Memory’ with a picture of YOU & friend(s) ● Caricaturist ● Lifelong Learning Opportunities ● Social and Community Organizations

● Grand Finale Show (Pre-purchased tickets required) ►$7.00)

WORKSHOPS I 1 11:00 - 11:45 AM: Yoga for Arthritis

2 1:00 - 1:45 PM: Hidden Layers of Famous Artworks

WORKSHOPS II

3 11:00 - 11:45 AM: De-Stress with Mindful Meditation

4 12 noon - 12:45 PM: Zumba Gold

FREE! Registration Recommended!

►LW Residents: Register for Workshops at E&R. ►Non-LW Residents: Call CoA [301.348.3832] to register.

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8th Annual “TO LIFE” Health & Wellness Expo

CANTARÉ LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC DUO

Monday, May 8, 1:00 - 2:30 PM RSVP by 5/1

Cantaré introduces audiences to the beautiful songs and rhythms of Latin America in an exciting interactive performance. Drawing from the musical heritage of the Caribbean, Central and South America, Cantaré performs an entertaining blend of songs in Spanish and Portuguese, while sharing the music's cultural and historical background. ♥ Refreshments will be served.

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DARYL DAVIS & SETH KIBEL CONCERT & LECTURE

Monday, June 19, 1:00 - 2:30 PM RSVP by 6/12 Globe-trotting pianist Daryl Davis and award-winning woodwind player Seth Kibel will take you on a broad survey of American Roots music. Blues, jazz, popular song, and early Rock' n' Roll will all be waystations along this musical journey, featuring performances and commentary from the two acclaimed musicians and lecturers.

♥ Refreshments will be served.

SONG CIRCLE!

Tuesdays, May 2, 16 ♦ June 6 1:00 to 2:30 PM ♫ The song circle is about the joy of singing ♫ All are welcome ♫ Song sheets will be provided

Contact Frieda Enoch: 301.348.3809 or fenoch@jccgw.org

► Sponsored by the JCCGW Senior Adult Division and the Folklore Society of Greater Washington (fsgw.org)

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Polinger Artists of Excellence

Beethoven Concert:

Sunday, May 7 at 7:30 pm Fees: $41/general; $36/senior adults

Matt Haimovitz & Christopher O’Riley, Cello + Piano Renowned as a musical pioneer, cellist Matt Haimovitz has inspired classical music lovers and countless new listeners with his fresh perspective on both familiar repertoire and new music. Acclaimed for his engaging performances, pianist Christopher O’Riley is known to millions as the host of NPR’s From the Top. His repertoire spans a kaleidoscopic array of music from the pre-baroque to present-day. Haimovitz and O’Riley will present an illuminating voyage of discovery back to the birth of the cello/piano genre.

To purchase tickets, go to jccgw.org/concerts or call the Box Office: 301.348.3872

SOUNDS OF MUSIC @ THE JCC!

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CANTARÉ LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC DUO

Monday, May 8, 1:00 - 2:30 PM RSVP by 5/1

Cantaré introduces audiences to the beautiful songs and rhythms of Latin America in an exciting interactive performance. Drawing from the musical heritage of the Caribbean, Central and South America, Cantaré performs an entertaining blend of songs in Spanish and Portuguese, while sharing the music's cultural and historical background. ♥ Refreshments will be served.

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DARYL DAVIS & SETH KIBEL CONCERT & LECTURE

Monday, June 19, 1:00 - 2:30 PM RSVP by 6/12 Globe-trotting pianist Daryl Davis and award-winning woodwind player Seth Kibel will take you on a broad survey of American Roots music. Blues, jazz, popular song, and early Rock' n' Roll will all be waystations along this musical journey, featuring performances and commentary from the two acclaimed musicians and lecturers.

♥ Refreshments will be served.

CoA @ TEMPLE BETH AMI!

Fee: $7.00 ♦ 14330 Travillah Road, Rockville

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Thursday, May 18

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Leisure World, Clubhouse I

►Co-sponsored by The Jewish Residents

of Leisure World and presented by Coming of Age in Maryland

Highlights

● FREE Admission ♦ FREE Bags ♦ FREE Give-a-ways ● 50+ Exhibitors (Exhibitor Hall closes at 2:00 PM) ● Preventive Health Screenings (End at 2:00 PM) ● Interactive Workshops ● “Head to Toe” Massages ● ‘Capture a Memory’ with a picture of YOU & friend(s) ● Caricaturist ● Lifelong Learning Opportunities ● Social and Community Organizations

● Grand Finale Show (Pre-purchased tickets required) ►$7.00)

WORKSHOPS I 1 11:00 - 11:45 AM: Yoga for Arthritis

2 1:00 - 1:45 PM: Hidden Layers of Famous Artworks

WORKSHOPS II

3 11:00 - 11:45 AM: De-Stress with Mindful Meditation

4 12 noon - 12:45 PM: Zumba Gold

FREE! Registration Recommended!

►LW Residents: Register for Workshops at E&R. ►Non-LW Residents: Call CoA [301.348.3832] to register.

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8th Annual “TO LIFE” Health & Wellness Expo

JCCGW 25 Montrose Rd., Rockville

Thursday, May 18 ♦ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Leisure World, Clubhouse I

CLUBHOUSE GRILLE BUFFET OPENS @ 11:00AM

Delicious “EXPO SPECIAL” Lunch [Purchase On-Site]

♥ Fantastic Raffle Prizes! ♥ ►Grand Prize: iPad MiniTablet

●Restaurants ●Hair and Nail Salons ●Gift Baskets ● Stores ● Boutiques ● Bus trips to NYC & more!

FINALE CONCERT:

♫ The Seth Kibel Quintet ♫

“1st rate, Award-Winning Musicians! Music with Energy & Passion!”

3:00 - 4:00 PM ♦ Fee: $7

►Where: Clubhouse II Auditorium, Leisure World

A lively, varied program of jazz, swing, and klezmer, featuring Seth Kibel on clarinet, saxophone and flute, Sean Lane on piano, Bob Abbott on double bass, Wes Crawford on drums, and special guest, blues & jazz vocalist Jenny Langer.

National Museum of African

American History + Culture

When: Wednesday, June 14 RSVP by 6/1

Approximate Departure: LW:9:30 AM; ~JCC:10:00 AM Approx. return: 3:30 PM Cost: $20/Transportation This NEW museum which opened in September 2016, boasts more than 3,000 artifacts, wonders of Washington history, pop culture, fashion, music, and so much more! It tells the American story as seen through the lens of African Americans, and is the only museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. ► Please note: Extensive walking and heavy crowds __________________________________________________

Vision Matters 2017

To Drive or Not to Drive: Keeping Your Keys?

WHEN: Monday, May 15 ♦ 12:30PM-3:00PM WHERE: Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campus – Gilchrist Hall 9601 Medical Center Dr., Rockville A & R Building – Free Parking available Vision is essential to driving safely.

How do you know when to stop?

Learn about the effects of aging eyes on our ability to drive and possible options for keeping one’s keys.

Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O, Low Vision Specialist Timothy Jones, O.T. Certified Driving Rehab. Specialist

♥ REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED

►For more information and to RSVP, contact Debbie Sokobin

at 301.348.3760 or dsokobin@jccgw.org.

EXCURSIONS

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Cissa Paz

Brazilian Singer-Song Writer John Lee, guitarist

When: Wednesday, May 24, 1:30 - 3:00 PM RSVP by 5/17

Cost: $7/Concert Cissa Paz’ diversity of her cultural experience merges with her fearless taste for new combinations, as she creates and rearranges songs that are melded with the rich traditions of Afro-Brazilian and Luso-African concepts. Her captivating stage presence and soulful voice bring music that is fresh, fun and rhythmic. John Lee is a D.C.-based guitarist, composer and band-leader who performs in a broad array of genres.

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Back by Popular Demand:

STEVE FRIEDMAN Broadway Musical Lecture

Thursday, June 8, 1:30 - 3:00 PM RSVP by 6/1 Cost: $7/Lecture & Concert

Musicals That Are Not To Be Missed!

Join us for a mixture of lecture and song by Broadway and musical singer Steve Friedman, an internationally-recognized historian of Broadway musicals. He will not only entertain us with songs, but will help us better understand the history of musical theatre. Steve is an extremely passionate lecturer on this subject. He lectures all over the Washington area, as well as performing and lecturing on several international cruise lines. “Who wouldn’t want to be on that ship?!”

♥ Refreshments will be served.

CoA @ Shaare Tefila! 16620 Georgia Ave., Olney

(Near ‘Roots’ grocery store, only 5 min. from LW!)

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