Winter ProgrammingJan. - March 2015At a Glance

LIFELONG JEWISH LEARNINGLiving with Joy, Resilience and Jewish SpiritualityPassport to Israel Luncheon

JEWISH HOLIDAY EVENTSTu B’Shevat SederWomen of PassoverChocolate Seder & Kosher Wine Tasting

LIFELONG LEARNINGNews & ViewsBooks & BagelsiPhone Tips and SecretsWriting Your StoryLearn to Write Poetry

WELLNESSYounger Next Week LuncheonWomen’s Connection LecturesGentle Yoga

GAMESMah Jongg Tournament & LessonsBridgePoker League

CLUBS & AFFINITY GROUPSThe View for WomenMen’s Club

GRANDPARENT AND METu B’Shevat and Purim Storytimes

Geri DormanPrimeTime Adult Director(949) 435-3400, ext. 303gerid@jccoc.org.

One Federation WayIrvine, CA 92603 www.jccoc.org

PRIMETIME ADULTS

Lifelong Jewish LearningPASSPORT TO ISRAEL: YOM HA’ATZMAUT LUNCH AND LEARNThursday, April 23, 12 to 2 p.m.Back by popular demand! Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) and learn about Jewish and Zionist history viewed from both the Israeli and world Jewish perspective. Explore images from the Shoah to the birth of Israel to the present and the changes in the images of Israel and relations with Jewish communities worldwide

Featuring Dr. Rachel Korazim, world-renowned Israeli Jewish education consultant specializing in Israel and Holocaust education.

Enjoy an Israeli lunch: falafel, hummus, pita, Israeli salad, rugelach and cookies Experience the shuk – Israeli market placeJCC members $40, Public $50. Advanced registration required by April 17.

LIVING WITH JOY, RESILIENCE AND JEWISH SPIRITUALITYThursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Feb. 19 - March 12, 4 workshopsA new view of aging in workshops created by the Institute of Jewish Spirituality in New York. Discover new resources through a lens of Jewish wisdom to live your life to the fullest. Participants are guided to explore and do the reflective work and journaling that enables them to come to new understandings about their lives, selves, and values. Topics include: becoming one’s authentic self, a life review, relationship to our bodies, revitalizing and nourishing healthy relationships. JCC Members $100, Public $115 for 4 workshops. Min 10.Facilitators: Dr. Toni Parker, Licensed Psychotherapist and Geri Dorman, Licensed Counselor & Life Coach

Merage JCC PrimeTime Adult Programs & Activities Winter 2015

PRIMETIME ADULTSWellness

WOMEN’S CONNECTION — LECTURE SERIES Join a dynamic group of women promoting educational, social and Jewish interests for women at the JCC.

Embracing Health and Wellness For Women as We AgeWednesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21 and Feb 410:30 -11:30 a.m.

Jan 7 Coping with Transitions/Resilience -retirement, empty nest, loss, entering a new phase of developmentJan 14 Healthy Body -body compositionJan 21 Healthy Mind/Spirit -Jewish MindfulnessFeb 4 Healthy Relationships

Presenter: Ellen F. Olshansky, PhD, RN, FAAN, WHNP-BCProfessor, Nursing Science, UC Irvine, Author of Women’s Health and Wellness Across the LifespanJCC Members Free, Public $15 per lecture.

Balance In Your LifeWednesday, Feb. 18, 10:30 -11:30 a.m.Learn the myths and truths about living a balanced life.Understand what it means to be balanced and how to create yours. Learn how to feel calm and grounded in the midst of life’s chaos. Practice simplicity.Presenter: Jodi RosemanJCC & JFFS Free, Public $15

Hints for Communication with Adult ChildrenWednesday, March 11, 10:30-11:30a.m.A lot has changed since they lived at home! Learn to set healthy boundaries and how to talk with your adult children, while still feeling like a parent. Presenter: Allison Johnson LMFT and Lauren Gavshon PsyDJCC Members & JFFS Free, Public $15 each lecture

Guided MeditationWednesday, April 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m.Join us for a relaxing, guided meditation and art project to help you find the calm space within yourself. No previous meditation or art experience needed! Presenter: Allison Johnson LMFT JCC Members & JFFS Free, Public $15 each lecture

GENTLE YOGALATES & MEDITATION Mondays, 9-10:20 a.m.

Jan 5 - Feb 23 March 2 - April 20

This class will integrate gentle core exercises with yoga & meditation to provide a complete and balanced experience.Instructor: El Vered Rubin. JCC Members only: $60 for 8 classes.

GENTLE YOGAWednesdays & Fridays, 8:45-9:45 a.m., Ongoing.This gentle approach to yoga helps you increase flexibility, improve circulation and experience more energy. Bring a yoga mat and strap. Instructor: El Vered Rubin. JCC Members only: Free.

Start 2015 with an inspiring talk & luncheon on health and wellness

Younger Next WeekElisa Zied, MS, RD, CDNThursday, Jan. 8, 2015 at noon

Your ultimate Rx to reverse the clock, boost energy and look and feel younger naturally. The fountain of youth is in the foods you eat and simple exercises and behaviors. Acclaimed nutritionist and wellness expert Elisa Zied shows you how to jump-start weight loss, reduce stress, improve sleep, banish mood swings and love the vibrant woman you see in the mirror.

Elisa Zied is a registered dietitian/nutritionist, writer, author, speaker and spokesperson.

RSVP by Jan. 1, 2015: JCC members $27, Public $32After Jan. 1, 2015: JCC members, $30 Public $35Includes delicious lunch featuring healthy recipes from her award winning book Younger Next Week, available for purchase at event.

Clubs & Affinity GroupsTHE VIEW FOR WOMEN OF ALL AGESTuesdays, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ongoing. Come for coffee, chat, and share your ideas while discussing topics of interest to women. Meet for lunch the last Tuesday of the month.Facilitated by Michelle Walot & Ro ProbolskyJCC Members Free, Public $5 per session.

MEN’S WINE TASTINGTuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Monthly. January 20, February 17, March 17, April 14Gents—if you love wine, this is not to be missed. RSVP required to Sid Field, coordinator (949) 464–9939, Bacchus1961@cox.net. JCC Members only: Free.

MEN’S CLUB AT THE JFridays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ongoing. Enjoy coffee and bagels while discussing issues of the day. Club members share views on current news items and thought-provoking topics. Coordinator: Marty Migdall and Arnie Mensch. JCC Members only: Free. Drop in and join.

Winter 2015 Merage JCC PrimeTime Adult Programs & Activities

For information / reservations, contact Geri Dorman, PrimeTime Adult Director, at (949) 435-3400, ext. 303 or email gerid@jccoc.org. Register online at www.jccoc.org

GamesMah Jongg

MAH JONGG TOURNAMENT AND LUNCHEONThursday, Feb. 59:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.All levels welcome. Enjoy a continental breakfast & delicious lunch. Friends of members pay member price! For a beginner table contact Geri at (949) 435-3400 ext. 303JCC Members $36, Public $42. Register by 1/30

2015 MAH JONGG CARDS FOR SALE NOW Time to purchase your 2015 Mah Jongg Cards! For sale through Jan. 26. Order now at the front desk or online at www.jccoc.org under Adult Classes. Pick them up at the front desk in April.Large Card: $9. Standard card: $8

DROP-IN MAH JONGGMondays, 7-9 p.m., Ongoing.Bring your JCC friends and meet other Mah Jongg players.JCC Members only: Free.

LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG - MONDAY EVENINGSMonday, 7-9 p.m. Feb 9 - March 30, 8 classes Learn to play in a small, friendly class setting. Instructor: Joan Samson JCC Members $130, Public $145, Card $9, Minimum 6.

LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG - WEDNESDAYSWednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Feb 11 - April 1, 8 classes Learn to play in a small, friendly class setting. Instructor: Joan Samson JCC Members $115, Public $135, Card $9, Minimum 6.

MAH JONGG REFRESHERFridays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Feb 13- March 6, 4 classes Practice and brush up on your skills at our supervised play session. Instructor: Joan Samson. JCC Members $65, Public $80. Minimum 6.

Bridge

DROP-IN BRIDGEMondays 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Ongoing.Meet other bridge players - no partner needed to participate.JCC Members only: Free.

INTERMEDIATE BRIDGETuesdays 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Jan. 6 - Feb. 24 Taking your game to the next level: Jacoby 2NT, splinter bids, cue bid raises and other tools to enable you and your partner to make the most of your hands.Instructor: Joan Kaye, Bronze Life Master JCC Members $130, Public $145 for 8 classes

BRIDGE: LEARN TO PLAYTuesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Level 1: Jan. 6 - 27 Level 2: Feb. 10 - March 3 Level 3: March 10 - 31 Level 4: April 7 - 28

A well-balanced introduction of bidding, play and defense. JCC Members: $65, Public: $80 per each 4 week progressive sessions. Minimun 16. Book required on first day of class: $8 if enrolled prior to Dec 23 and $15 after Dec 23. Instructor, Jane Dober, ACBL Instructor, Director, Silver life master

BRIDGE: SUPERVISED PLAY OF THE HANDThursdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Session 1: Feb. 12 - March 19 Session 2: March 26 - April 30

Supervised play includes a mini lesson - for the experienced Bridge player. Pre-dealt hands will be played, and discussed. JCC Members: $105, Public: $120 per each 6 week sessionMinimum 20, no partner needed. Instructor, Jane Dober, ACBL Instructor, Director, Silver life master

Poker

POKER LEAGUE 2015 – TEXAS HOLD’EMHalf Yearly League: January to JuneSundays, 1 p.m.

January 25February 15March 22April 26June 14

The more often you play the more chance you have to win fantastic prizes. Earn points to the grand prizes in June including a trip to Las Vegas ($400 value on Vegas.com) and gift certificates for $150 and $100. Each game day the top 2 winners earn great prizes also.5-game league: JCC Members $99, Public $125Individual games: JCC Members $20, Public $25. (Not eligible for League prizes)

Winners!

Jewish Holiday Events for AdultsTU B’ SHEVAT SEDER & LUNCHWednesday Feb. 4, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Tu B’ Shevat marks the “New Year of the Trees”, when the trees begin to bloom in Israel. We remember the land of Israel and our need to protect the environment. Join us for a light seder of symbolic & delicious foods to celebrate and learn more about this Jewish Holiday. JCC Members $18, Public $25. Register by Feb 2.

WOMEN OF PASSOVER WITH RABBI LEAH LEWIS Wednesday, March 25, 10:30 -11:30 a.m.We are used to hearing the names of Moses and Pharaoh around the Passover table. Also integral to this story of the season were the women whose courage and determination enabled the exodus to happen. Join us to uncover the roles that these powerful women played, paving the way for our celebration of freedomJCC & Shir Ha’ Maalot Members Free, Public $15

SAVE THE DATEChocolate Seder and Kosher Wine Tasting for PassoverSunday, March 22, 3- 4:30 p.m.Who can resist a seder that’s all about chocolate and wine! Join us for an all-chocolate mock seder where the table will be stacked with all things chocolate and Kosher wine tastings.

NEWS & VIEWSMondays, 10-11:30 a.m., Ongoing.Come discuss local and world issues in this interactive class.Instructor: Jesse Rosenblum. JCC members only: Free.

BOOKS & BAGELSTuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Meets once a month. Enjoy coffee and bagels while discussing the book of the month.

January 27 The Harem Midwife by Roberta RichFebruary 24 The Hare With the Amber Eyes by Edmund De WaalMarch 31 Love & Treasure by Ayelet Waldman April 28 Marching to Zion by Mary Glickman

Facilitated by Dana Susson and Marcy Middler JCC Members & Women’s Philanthropy Free, Public $10.

LEARN TO WRITE POETRYWednesdays, 1-2 p.m.Feb 18 - March 11Have you always wanted to write poetry? Through exercises, and examples from published poets, we will develop a basic understanding of poetic terminology and poetic forms. We will have a chance to get our own creative juices flowing.JCC members Only: FreeLeader: Barbara Braverman, Ed. D. educational psychologist. Published in Poetica Magazine for Jewish literature and arts, Jewish Literary Journal and Dual Coast Magazine.

iPHONE TIPS AND SECRETSFriday, 12-1:30 p.m.January 23 - Feb 13, 4 classesLearn how to get the most out of your iPhone and things you didn’t know your iPhone could do. If you know the basics, this is for you. Instructor: Jake JacobsJCC Members: $35, Public $45 per 4 week session

Lifelong Learning

Grandparent & Me Storytime for the Jewish Holidays

SUNDAY MORNING STORYTIME FOR TU B’ SHEVATSunday, Feb. 8, 10-11:30 a.m.A fun class of crafts, planting and snacks.

SUNDAY MORNING PURIM STORYTIMESunday, March 8, 10 -11:30 a.m.A fun class to dress up for Purim with play and creative storytelling, crafts and snacks.

Ages 2½ to 5JCC Members $10, Public $15 per family

For information / reservations, contact Geri Dorman, PrimeTime Adult Director, at (949) 435-3400, ext. 303 or email gerid@jccoc.org. Register online at www.jccoc.org

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