January-June 2017

“Thank you for all that you do.”

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If you are interested in placing an ad in the July 2017- December 2017 CLLD Course Catalog, pleasecontact Amelia Winter, CLLD Senior Program Coordinator, at 718.475.5238 or at AWinter@SIJCC.com.

1/8 Page (Business Card) $200 1/4 Page $350 1/2 Page $600 Full Page $1,100 Inside Back Cover $3,000

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“We now accept the fact that learning is a lifelong process of keeping abreast of change. And the mostpressing task is to teach people how to learn.” ~ Peter F. Drucker

Welcome to the January-June 2017 CLLD session

The various CLLD planning committees have been meeting to ensure stimulating and innovative pro-grams, classes, and trips. Please look through the guide to see what we have to offer.

No registration is required for any class; ALL COURSES are on a first-come first serve basis. Spaceis limited to the number of slots indicated in the program guide.Due to the nature of some courses, classroom space is limited.

Registration continues to be necessary for trips. You will no longer need to register for the one-timeevents/lectures. These will be a first come-first serve policy for those events as well.

No registration is required for Thursday night dinners. A $5 fee is required for all Thursday night en-tertainment, along with a $3 suggested contribution for dinner. Both will be collected at the door to theevent.

We also would like to remind everyone that the voluntary contributions are what helps us move forwardwith the quality, quantity, and flexibility of the classes offered. Your continued support will assurethat this program moves forward and becomes even more successful

The CLLD Advisory Council Lewis Frohlich, Iris Baum, Joshua Kanner , Sue Bender, Rita Berg, Eileen Bernstein, Marcia Klein, Linda Her-schfeld, Sharon Weerth, Anita Sterling, Renee Bachman, Steven Long, Andrew Bongiorno, Ruth Greenwald, AnnCohen, Linda Arezzo, Aaron Richman, Ursula Bell.

CaFé styLe MeaL sCHeDuLe Monday 12pm-2pm lunchtuesday 12pm-2pm lunchWednesday 12pm-2pm lunchthursday 6pm-8pm dinnerFriday 11am-1pm brunchPlease note that lectures may be in conjunc-tion with meals so please be respectful of theprograms while attending meals.

CLLD Hours oF oPeratIon

Monday 9am-4pm

tuesday 9am-4pm

Wednesday 9am-4pm

thursday 12pm-8pm

Friday 9am-4pm

JCC CLLD Schedule: January 9, 2017 through June 23, 2017

Please note that all CLLD programs will be closed on thefollowing dates: April 11, 12, 17, 18; May 31; June 1

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HOW TO USE THIS PROGRAM GUIDE

this January-June 2017 Program Guide is divided by day of the week in chronological order,starting with the first morning class. CLLD programs represent six centers of excellence:

1. social action2. sports & Wellness3. Computer/technology4. Life Long Learning5. arts & entertainment6. Intergenerational

Please look through the Program Guide to find classes and activities that interest you. see contact information box on the next page for the staff person responsible for each center of excellence.

CONTENTS

MonDay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

tuesDay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

WeDnesDay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

tHursDay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

FrIDay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

RECOMMENDED CONTRIBUTIONSARE ESSENTIAL TO

MAINTAIN AND GROWCLLD PROGRAMS.

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR SPORTS & WELLNESS

COURSES- FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED

THERE WILL BE NO THURSDAY EVENING DINNERS DURING THE MONTHS OF

JANUARY AND FEBRUARY. THURSDAY EVENING DINNERS

AND ENTERTAINMENT WILL RESUME ON MARCH 2, 2017.

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STAFF CONTACT INFORMATIONorit Lender, JCC assistant executive Director 718.475.5227 olender@sijcc.comamelia Winter, senior Program Coordinator 718.475.5238 awinter@sijcc.comBella smorgonskaya, arts & entertainment 718.475.5262 bsmorgonskaya@sijcc.comKat Colucci, Fitness/Wellness supervisor 718.475.5223 kcolucci@sijcc.comJanice salerno, Fitness/Wellness Manager 718.517.7447 jsalerno@sijcc.comMarsha Fleischman, Program admin. asst. 718.475.5260 mfleischman@sijcc.comJoann Maldonado, Program assistant 718.475.5289 jmaldonado@sijcc.comBranny Guido, Program assistant 718.517.7444 bguido@sijcc.comMonica Buchnik, Case assistant 718.475.5229 mbuchnik@sijcc.comPolina Medovoy, Case assistant 718.517.7448 pmedovoy@sijcc.comCarla Musacchio, asst. Fitness/Wellness Manager 718.517.7446 cmusacchio@sijcc.comelisabeth Levine, Dietitian 718.517.7449 elevine@sijcc.comMark sefcik, Jr., transportation 718.475.5217 osefcik@sijcc.comLisa Lubarsky, nutritionist/Wellness Coordinator 718.517.7449 llubarsky@sijcc.comDeanna Kvetkoff, Health & Wellness Coordinator 718.517.7446 dkvetkoff@sijcc.comJeffrey Cilento, receptionist 718.517.7445 jcilento@sijcc.com

COMING SOON! TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITISa safe and easy to learn program proven to relieve pain and improve health and balance. themovements of tai Chi are low intensity and low impact. Practitioners within traditional Chinesemedicine believe tai Chi gestures get rid of obstructions in the pathways to allow proper flowof vital energy.

For information, please call Janice Salerno at 718.517.7447

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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS- A BASIC COURSEMondays: 10:00 aM-12:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 23, 30; February6, 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13SECOND SESSION: april 24; May 3, 10, 17,24; June 5, 12Computer LabInstructor: Carolyn Flynn this class is for experienced computer userswho have taken pictures using a digital cam-era. If possible, it is preferred that you havean adobe elements program for furthercourse practice at home. In this course, par-ticipants will learn how to edit and enhancephotos using the new adobe elements for-mat, including, restoring of scratched andstained old photos, cropping pictures,learning the tools used for editing, using fil-ters, making layers and learning layerstyles, and many more basic techniques. 12 slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class

MAH JONG INSTRUCTIONSMondays: 9:30-11:30 aMFIRST SESSION:March 6, 13, 20, 27Intermediate Mah Jong. this session is in-tended for those with knowledge of thegame. Classes will focus on Mah Jong strat-egy. Cards and sets required.SECOND SESSION:May 1, 8, 15, 22Introduction to beginners’ Mah Jong. thisclass is intended for those who wish tolearn the basics of Mah Jong. If you are notfamiliar with cracks, bams, or dots- this isthe class for you.THIRD SESSION: June 5, 12, 19, 26Introduction to beginners’ Mah Jong. thisclass is intended for those who wish tolearn the basics of Mah Jong. If you are notfamiliar with cracks, bams, or dots- this isthe class for you.adult LoungeInstructor: renee Bachman - 16 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

CERAMIC FIGURE SCULPTURE Mondays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: January 16, april 17 arts & Crafts roomInstructor: steven nuttLearn and practice small-scale clay sculp-ture, figurines and reliefs. 20 Slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class(additional fee for supplies will be required)

ART OF SOUNDS OF MUSIC/SIGHTSINGING CLASSMondays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17 Music ensemble room #1Instructor: anita BergerHave you ever wished to learn how to sightread music? If you don’t know anythingabout music and need to start from thevery beginning, then this class is for you.24 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

CONVERSATIONAL MODERN GREEKMondays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17 Music ensemble room #1Instructor: Homer Vandoros • 15 slotsthere are 45,729 Greek words in the eng-lish dictionary. Come and learn the stan-dard spoken language used in modern dayGreece. through conversation and dia-logue, you will achieve a level of under-standing, speaking, and writing. Duringevery lesson, participants will use audioCDs to brush up on pronunciation. theclass will practice essential expressions, vo-cabulary, and conversations.recommended Contribution: $3 per class

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HELLENIC CIVILIZATION- THE CRADLE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATIONMondays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17 Music ensemble room #1Instructor: Homer Vandoros • 15 slotsthis course will focus on the Hellenic Worldwith an emphasis on Minoan and Myce-naean Civilizations. Why did the MinoanCivilization thrive? Why did the Minoanwomen play an important and dominantrole within the culture and why did this so-ciety and culture value its female popula-tion so much? also explored will bequestions related to the roles and positionsof the Mycenaean women and the eco-nomic industry, and much, much more!recommended Contribution: $3 per class

ISRAELI FOLK DANCING (BEGINNERS)Mondays: 10:30-11:30 aMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Media roomInstructor: Jane tardell • 20 slotsthis class is perfect for those who havenever done Israeli dancing and for thosewho need to review the dances. Basicdance steps will be taught and each week anew dance will be introduced. Dancers willbe taught 15 to 20 classic Israeli dances. Is-raeli dancing is great exercise for both thebody and the mind. It is lots of fun, spiritu-ally uplifting, and wonderful way to connectto our roots and the land of Israel.recommended Contribution: $2 per class

CERAMIC VASE BUILDING AND PAINTINGMondays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: January 16, april 17 arts & Crafts roomInstructor: steven nuttLearn and practice vase building, decorat-

ing, and painting techniques. 20 Slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class(additional fee for supplies will be required)

GUITAR CLASS (BEGINNER)Mondays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17 Music ensemble room #2Instructor: robert taralloLearn basic techniques such as readingsheet music and basic chords.12 slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class

VOLUNTEER: PARTNER WITH ACTIVE ADULTS WITHDISABILITIESMondays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17social HallFacilitator: rob Calitri • 5 slotsthis is an opportunity for CLLD partici-pants to partner with JCC Day Hab pro-gram and do an hour of an activity withadult individuals with intellectual disabili-ties. the individuals do not need supervi-sion or guidance; however, your kindnesswill provide them with much needed so-cialization. Free

THE NEW BIOLOGY OF ANTI-AGINGMondays: 11:00 aM- 12:00 PMapril 10 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17President’s roomInstructor: Izzy Greenspan - 20 slots If you have watched Dr. oz, you will lovecoming to Izzy Greenspan’s seminar on thenew biology of anti-aging; a unique per-spective on health news and understandingof the biology of the human body and howwe can take care of it. recommended Contribution: $2 per class

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SWIM TO ISRAEL Mondays: 11:30-12:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Lifeguard on duty Facilitator: Carla Musacchio this class is an open swim for the swimmerswho are comfortable being unsupervised attheir own pace. *Bring your own towel.*12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

LITE BODY PUMP Mondays: 11:30 aM-12:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Fitness studio Instructor: noreen this class has beginner weight conditioningexercises that gently work all musclegroups, followed by slow stretching. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

ISRAELI FOLK DANCING(INTERMEDIATE)Mondays: 11:30 aM-12:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: January 16, april 17 Media roomInstructor: Jane tardellIsraeli dancing is great exercise for both thebody and the mind. It is lots of fun, spiritu-ally uplifting, and a wonderful way to con-nect to our roots in Israel. this class is forthose with previous Israeli dance experi-ence. We will build on the dances masteredin Level 1 and another 10 to 15 dances willbe added to the repertoire. Classic dancesthat have stood the test of time as well asthe latest hits from Israel will be taught. 20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

GUITAR CLASS (ADVANCED)Mondays: 12:00-1:00 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17 Music ensemble room #2Instructor: robert taralloLearn more complex songs, scales, as wellas improvising and chord progression.12 slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class

NUTRITION IN THE KITCHEN Mondays: 12:30-1:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17social Hall Instructor: Lisa LubarskyLearn about the foods you’re eating andhow you can make small realistic changes inyour diet that will drastically improve yourhealth. topics will be discussed in an inter-active question & answer format. 30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

CORE YOGA Mondays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Fitness studio Instructor: Carolyn DeVitoIncrease strength and flexibility while youlengthen and strengthen your body usingcore muscles through a series of non-im-pact gentle postures. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

MUSIC THEORY I AND IIMondays: 12:30-1:30 PMMusic ensemble room #1Instructor: elona MigirovFIRST SESSION (I): January 9, 16, 23, 30;February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27this 12-week course on music theory is de-signed for beginners in the field. It willcover all of the basic elements of music:clefs, pitches, scales, modes, circle of fifths,

intervals, chords, time signature, basicrhythmic and conducting patterns. stu-dents will be asked to bring to class musicthat they’ve been working on in their instru-ment/voice classes; we will analyze thesepieces from the theoretical point of viewand will try to find answers to questionsthat they may have had while working onthem.SECOND SESSION (II): april 3, 10, 24; May1, 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5, 12, 19this course is the continuation of Musictheory I and will cover more advanced ele-ments of music theory: chord progressions,types of cadences, basic forms, advancedrhythms, chromaticism, etc. We will listento and analyze some short compositionsfrom the Classical and romantic eras. Bringyour questions and ideas for discussions!15 Slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

CANASTA INSTRUCTIONS Mondays: 1:00-2:30 PMJanuary 9 through January 19NO CLASS: February 27, april 17, June 5rotundaInstructor: Helaine GoodhartzLearn basic canasta playing!16 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

CARDIO CIRCUIT Mondays: 1:30-2:30 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Fitness Center Instructor: Carla Musacchio take a virtual hike up an exhilarating moun-tain, all while remaining in the comfort ofthe air conditioned fitness center! Follow aself-directed course on the treadmill, ellip-tical, or bike that will not only slim youdown, but strengthen your heart and mindas well. 20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SCHVITZ IT UP Mondays: 1:30-2:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Fitness studio Instructor: Karen raden Karen’s low impact class strengthens yourcardiovascular system with simple aerobicmovements. Light weights may be used fortotal body toning. you’ll have so much fun,you won’t realize how much you’re reallyworking! 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR APPLE IPAD Mondays: 2:00-3:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 9, 16, 23, 20; Feb-ruary 6, 13SECOND SESSION: February 27; March 6,13, 20, 27; april 3Music ensemble room #1Instructor: Howard Kronlandthis 6 session course is for beginners. theobjectives are to familiarize you with thedevice and all its basic functions. the iPadwas introduced in 2010 and almost in-stantly became one of apple’s most suc-cessful products. an iPad can shoot video,take photos, play music, pkay games, andperform internet functions, including, web-browsing, GPD navigation, e-mailing. youwill also learn how to acquire the most use-ful apps.Requirements: you must bring your ownapple iPad (must know your ID and pass-word).no taBLets.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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WINDOWS 10 FOR BEGINNERSMondays: 2:00-3:00 PMFIRST SESSION: February 13, 20, 27; March6, 13, 20, 27; april 3SECOND SESSION: april 24; May 1, 8, 15,22; June 5, 12, 19Computer LabInstructor: tony Barravecchiothis is a beginner class you can take on yourWin10 laptop or using the computers in thelab. Learn the navigation between thedesktop and the start screen. Learn how touse the new start menu, file explorer, ac-tion center, smart search, setting, Cortana,and the new browser, edge. Introduction tothe internet and email will be included.time provided, we will create folders andfiles to manage documents and photos.recommended Contribution: $2 per class12 slots

POCKET BILLIARDS Mondays: 1:30-2:30 PM January 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17arts & Crafts room Instructor: andrew Bongiorno enjoy the company of fellow participants asyou engage in a fun game of billiards, led byour experienced instructor. 20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

POCKET BILLIARDS Mondays: 2:30-3:30 PM January 9 through June 19JCC CLoses at 3: april 10NO CLASS: June 17arts & Crafts room Instructor: andrew Bongiorno enjoy the company of fellow participants asyou engage in a fun game of billiards, led byour experienced instructor.

20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

MUSIC HISTORY II: FROM CLASSICAL TO ROMANTIC AND BEYOND Mondays: 2:15-3:45 PMJanuary 9 through June 19JCC CLoses at 3: april 10NO CLASS: april 17President’s roomInstructor: elona Migirov • 25 slotsthis course is a survey of the history ofWestern music from the late 18th centurythrough the mid-20th century. We will bediscussing the First Viennese Classicalschool; the sweeping romantic period ofthe 19th century; the development of thenew genres- from monumental to minia-ture; the rise of nationalism in music in thesecond half of the 19th century; the devel-opment of the new styles such as Impres-sionism, neo-Classicism, Minimalism, andPrimitivism during the late 19th-early 20thcentury the second Viennese school com-posers of 20th century who invented anddeveloped a completely new method ofmusical organization. We will conclude thecoure with the survey of american music ofthe 20th century.recommended Contribution: $3 per class

CHAIR YOGAMondays: 2:00-3:00 PMJanuary 9 through June 19NO CLASS: april 17Media roomInstructor: Carolyn DeVitoa form of yoga performed in the seated po-sition. Participants may be asked to moveup and down from a chair, while using thechair as support, during this class.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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CONVERSATIONAL SPANISHtuesdays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMDates tBaPresident’s roomInstructor: Isaias MercadoWhether you are traveling to a spanishspeaking country or you want to learn anew language, this class will give you thebasic tools to start speaking spanish. It willalso be an opportunity to practice and im-prove your skill if you already have knowl-edge of the language.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

NEWS AND VIEWStuesdays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18adult LoungeInstructor: Dave Frankel Discussions and commentary concerningmedia, including radio, tV, cinema, and lit-erature. Class participation is welcomed!40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

PERSONAL FINANCE: A GUIDE TOINVESTEMENTS, TAXES, FINANCIAL, ESTATE, AND RETIREMENT PLANNINGtuesdays: 10:00-11:00 aMFIRST SESSION: February 7, 14, 21, 28;March 7SECOND SESSION: april 25; May 2, 9, 16President’s room Instructor: Dan MacriIn this workshop, the following topics willbe covered: personal finance, financial plan-ning, budgeting, understanding debt andloan amortization, financial markets, secu-rity markets, investments, wealth manage-ment, economics and politics, securities,estate planning, and much, much more!20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

ART OF WATERCOLORStuesdays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18arts & Crafts roomInstructor: eithne ByrneLearn the basics of watercolor painting.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

GENTLE ZUMBA Mondays: 2:30-3:30 PMJanuary 9 through June 19JCC CLOSES AT 3: april 10NO CLASS: april 17Fitness studioInstructor: Dina PenaInteractive dance class with certified in-structor who will teach ethnic dance rou-tines for a fun workout that will tone andsculpt your body.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

MATTER OF BALANCEMondays: 2:30-4:30 PMJanuary 9 through June 19JCC CLOSES AT 3: april 10NO CLASS: april 17social HallInstructors: Lisa Lubarsky & Janice salernoDiscussions and demonstrations on con-cepts and skills of balance for fall preven-tion. this program is based on Fear ofFalling: a Matter of Balance.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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skip the high cost of going to the cardstore! Learn to design and print beautifulpersonalized greeting cards for every holi-day and occasion using the Print shop soft-ware. Learn to design birthday cards, thankyou cards, and invitations, create your owncalendars, address labels, signs, banners,and more. also look at the many designservices on the internet to send both printand e-cards. ability to use mouse and key-board is needed.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

MEN’S CARD TOURNAMENT (OPEN PLAY) tuesdays: 12:00-4:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Media room Facilitator: Janice salernoPractice your card skills with other cardlovers during this lively 4-hour game session! 40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

YIDDISH CULTURE AND SONG tuesdays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18adult Lounge Instructor: sue ehrlichyiddish for beginners, sprinkled withhumor, folk tales, proverbs and folk songs.15 slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class

EVERYDAY COMPUTING (INTERMEDIATE) tuesdays: 12:30-1:30 PMFIRST SESSION: January 10, 17, 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21, 28SECOND SESSION: March 7, 14, 21, 28; april 8, 25THIRD SESSION:May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6, 13, 20Computer Lab Instructor: John Bethell

ART OF PASTEL PAINTINGStuesdays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18arts & Crafts roomInstructor: eithne ByrneDiscover techniques for creating beautifulworks of art using pastels.16 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

USING GOOGLE EVERYDAYtuesdays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMFebruary 21, 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28 Computer LabInstructor: Darlene ForlenzaLearn to use Google during everyday life.Learn how to explore the internet usingGoogle Chrome. Learn tips and tricks tofind information quickly and easily, and howto apply it to everyday life. Learn how toread and send email with a g-mail account.Learn to use Google Images to view andsave a variety of images. Learn to useGoogle Drive to write, share, and save a va-riety of documents and presentations.Learn to use Google Maps for directions,look for location information, and to seereal time traffic. Learn to read Googlenews, to use Google translate, Googlebooks, Google shopping, and much more.Google Chrome is a free web browser avail-able on most computers and tablets. at-tend the class and learn to use all these freeapplications. ability to use the keyboardand mouse is needed.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

GREETING CARDS AND DIGITAL DESIGNStuesdays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMFIRST SESSION: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;February 7, 14SECOND SESSION: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;June 6, 13 Computer LabInstructor: Darlene Forlenza

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this hands-on course will remove some ofthe mysteries of daily computer use. topicswill include: an introduction to Craigslist,angieslist, eBay, and twitter; the dos anddon’ts of shooping online; buying ticketsonline for movies, travel and Broadwayshoes, using PayPal to make secure pur-chases, watching videos on youtube, listen-ing to music on itunes and sharing pictureswith family and friends using Instagram.there will also be lively discussion concern-ing new technologies and internet safety.If you have some experience using comput-ers and would like to enhance your skills,please join us.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

EDUCATIONAL TRIVIAL PURSUIT tuesdays: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18President’s roomInstructor: Henry Plotkin Have no place for your worldly knowledge?Join us for trivia covering topics in history,art, music, current events, and all other top-ics you can imagine! Discussion and educa-tion following all topics.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ANDROID SMARTPHONE tuesdays: 1:00-2:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 17, 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21BeginnersSECOND SESSION: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 18IntermediatesTHIRD SESSION:March 28; april 4, 25; May 2, 9, 16BeginnersFOURTH SESSION:May 23, 30; June 6, 13, 20review if neededPresident’s room

Instructor: Linda arezzoan android phone is any smartphone thatdoes not have a picture of an apple on it!We’ll learn how to make the most of yourphone’s functions like maximizing the effi-ciency of your contact list, learning how tomake calls, send texts, take and edit photos,send emails, attach photos and other thingsto messages, use the clocks and calendars,use the GPs, and more. We’ll go as fast oras slow as we need to in order to keep youhappy. Come to the opening sessions onJanuary 10th so we can determine every-one’s levels, review the dates for our ses-sions, and break into groups for the rest ofthe semester.22 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

JCC XBOX BOWLING LEAGUE tuesdays: 1:00-2:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18arts & Crafts room Instructor: Carla Musacchio Come join the CLLD bowling league as wecompete against each other. using break-through technology with Xbox Kinect, youwill experience the merger of fitness andtechnology at its best! 10 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

S.A.I.L. tuesdays: 1:00-2:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness studioInstructor: Deborah nalitt12 weeks, 2 times a week(tuesday & thursday)this class includes group strength, balanceand aerobic exercise to help prevent fallsand fall related injuries.25 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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WALK WITH EASEtuesdays: 1:30-2:30 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18outdoor Walk (weather permitting) Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky Based on evidence, walking clubs promotehealthy lifestyles and the prevention ofchronic disease linked to inactivity. Walkingburns calories, improves muscle tone, car-diovascular function & mobility. so comeenjoy an outdoor walk as you explore thegreen belt and other local trails with ourwonderful fitness instructor Lisa Lubarsky.Participants must wear stable sneakers!Bring water and towel! treadmills will beused in case of rain.Participants must commit to the programfor 13 of the 15 sessions. 12 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SWIM TO ISRAELtuesdays: 2:00-3:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Facilitator: Carla Musacchioopen swim for the swimmers comfortablebeing unsupervised at their own pace.Bring your own towel.20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

ZUMBA GOLD tuesdays: 2:00-3:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness studio Instructor: Debra nalitt Interactive dance class with a certified in-structor who will teach ethnic dance rou-tines for a fun workout that will tone andsculpt your body. 30 slots onlyrecommended contribution: $2 per class

CLLD YOUNG AT HEART SING-A-LONG tuesdays: 2:30-3:30 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Music ensemble room #1Instructor: Liat ForstCome and sing some of your favorite tuneswith great friends!32 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

TED TALKS: IDEAS WORTH SPREADINGtuesdays: 3:00-4:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 10, 17, 24, 31;February 7, 14SECOND SESSION: February 28; March 7,14, 21, 28; april 4President’s roomInstructor: Howard Kronland • 12 slotsthis course will involve watching short 18minute videos of teD talks on various inter-esting and unusual topics, including onescovering both historical and current events.Instructor will guide participants in a discus-sion on ideas and facts presented.recommended Contribution: $3 per class

CHAIR YOGA tuesdays: 3:00-4:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18social HallInstructor: Lisa Lubarsky • 40 slotsa form of yoga performed in the seated po-sition. Participants may be asked to moveup and down from a chair, while using thechair as support, during this class. recommended Contribution: $2 per class

STRENGTH TRAINING CIRCUIT tuesdays: 3:00-4:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness Center Facilitator: Carla Musacchio • 20 slotsMix things up with a fun circuit weighttraining workout that will give you the

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strength and energy to come back formore! *seLF DIreCteDrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

THE MEGAMIX CLASS/BALLROOM DANCING tuesdays: 3:00-4:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness studio Instructor: Christopher J. Paige • 16 slotsWant to be able to dance the night away?Learn the easy way! the Megamix Class willshow you wasy patterns in some of themost popular dances in Ballroom and Latinstyles. Get introduced to a variety ofdances and patterns that you can use in allstyles.recommended Contribution: $3 per class

THE COMBO DANCING-LATIN/SWING DANCING tuesdays: tuesdays: 4:00-5:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness studioInstructor: Christopher J. Paige • 16 slotsthe Combo Class is great for someone who hasexperience dancing, and wants to add steps totheir repertoire. each month will feature oneBallroom dance and one Latin dance.recommended Contribution: $3 per class

PINK PROGRAM FOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS tuesdays: 5:00-6:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 11, april 18Fitness studio Instructor: Janice salerno exercise and support for survivors. Breast cancer survivors only- DR. NOTE REQUIREDrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

DRIVER SAFETY Wednesday: 9:00 aM-3:30 PMFebruary 22, May 24, June 21arts & Crafts roomInstructor: Bruce Lieberman • 35 slots$20 for aarP members, $25 for non-aarPmembersParticipants MUST sign up by callingCLLD reception at 718.517.7445.

ART OF PAPER QUILLING Wednesdays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31rotundaInstructor: Juanita D. Zalueta • 16 slotsWith a focus on simple, elegant projects,this class offers paper crafters a completetechnique guide along with step-by-stepproject ideas for making beautiful famedpieces, cards, gifts, and more. Quilled de-signs can be framed or used to embellishgreeting cards, books and journals, andmany types of simple paper structures.recommended Contribution: $2 per class

INTRODUCTION TO CYBER SECURITY Wednesdays: 10:00 aM-11:00 aMFIRST SESSION: January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1SECOND SESSION: February 8, 15, 22; March 1, 8THIRD SESSION: March 15, 22, 29; april 5, 19FOURTH SESSION: april 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24Computer LabInstructor: Vincent Grazianoeach session will cover a different topic re-lated to cyber security, including, definingthe topic, identity theft, how to secure yourdata, choosing secure passwords, malware,why your mobile device and Iot (Internet ofthings) is vulnerable, and keeping up withhackers and other safety practices.requirements: Knowledge of the PC key-board and an e-mail address.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

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GROUP KEYBOARDINGWednesdays: 9:00-10:00 aMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Music ensemble room #2Instructor: anthony tricarico • 8 slotsenjoy learning new music, developing a newrepertoire, and learning the basics of keyboarding.(first come, first serve due to limited space)recommended Contribution: $2 per class

ART AND CULTURAL TRADITIONSOF JEWELRY MAKING (BEGINNERS)Wednesdays: 10:00-11:00 aMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31arts & Crafts roomInstructor: Paloma Wasserstein • 16 slotsLearn new techniques or just design andfinish easy necklaces or bracelets. Work onyour own projects under guidance. Basicsupplies provided.recommended Contribution: $2 per class

ART AS HISTORICAL COMMENTARY Wednesdays: 10:00-11:00 aM February 8, 15, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29adult LoungeInstructor: Peter WhitehouseMany historical events have been depictedin paintings; some well known and master-ful, others forgettable, even unfortunate.In either case, are they accurate? Do they capture the aura of the event, add to it,take away from it? a sampling of thesekinds of paintings, juxtaposed against theactual historical record, is the focus of thiscourse. some of the paintings that will bediscussed include: Oath of Horatii byJacques-Louis David (1784), Meeting ofPope Leo and Attila by Raphael (16th c),The Death of General Wolfe by Benjamin

West (1770), The Execution of Lady JaneGrey by Paul Delaroch (1833), and many,many more.40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

FINANCIAL LESSONS AND ELDER LAWWednesdays: 10:30 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 11; February 1, 8; March 1, 8; april 5, 19; May 3; June 7, 14President’s room Instructor: Janet Doherty topics in this lecture series will include:common retirement mistakes to avoid,legal documents in retirement, trusts, willsand real estate issues, personal and trust in-come tax issues, Medicaid and your assets.Instructor will invite guest speakersthroughout the session. 30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

ART AND CULTURAL TRADITIONSOF JEWELRY MAKING (ADVANCED)Wednesdays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31arts & Crafts roomInstructor: Paloma WassersteinLearn advanced techniques or just designand finish easy necklaces or bracelets. Workon your own projects, under guidance. Basicsupplies provided.16 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM AND HEALTH ISSUESWednesdays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMJanuary 11, 18; February 1, 8, 22; March 1,8, 22, 29; april 5, 27; May 3, 10, 24, 31Media roomInstructor: Dr. roberta Hayes

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topics in this class include: nutritional sup-plements, allergies, human evolution, neu-rodegenerative diseases, antibiotics andhormones, regenerative medicine, clinicaltrials, and the immune system. open groupdiscussions will also be included as part ofthe class.40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

CHORAL GROUPWednesdays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Music ensemble room #1Instructor: yelena KhaymovichLearn how to sing both with notes and with-out. sessions will include lessons on vocaltechniques using proper breathing and aswell as using “warm ups." Participants willharmonize and sing a capella as well as withpiano accompaniment. Instruction in the-ory, solfeggio and general music apprecia-tion through practical skills also included.this class is a preparation for the Choir ofCLLD.24 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

BEGINNER PILATES Wednesdays: 12:00-1:00 PM January 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Fitness studioInstructor: Lina taliercio Increase strength and flexibility while youlengthen and strengthen your body usingcore muscles through a series of non-im-pact gentle postures. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

CLLD CHOIRWednesdays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Music ensemble room #1Instructor: yelena Khaymovichart of singing in a great atmosphere- thisclass offers you an opportunity to improveyour vocal and music reading skills. thisclass will work on a different repertoire ofsongs using harmony and dynamics. Instruc-tion in theory, solfeggio and general musicappreciation through practical skills also in-cluded. Performances will be madethroughout the year.24 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

CHAIR YOGA Wednesdays: 12:30-1:30 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Media room Instructor: Carolyn DeVito a form of yoga performed in the seated po-sition. Participants may be asked to moveup and down from a chair, while using thechair as support, during this class. 40 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

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NUTRITION IN THE KITCHEN Wednesdays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31social Hall Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky Learn about the foods you’re eating andhow you can make small realistic changes inyour diet that will drastically improve yourhealth. topics will be discussed in an inter-active question & answer format. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

CARDIO & TONING Wednesdays: 1:00-2:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Fitness CenterInstructor: Lina taliercio this class focuses on endurance, intervaltraining, and toning. Participants must wearstable sneakers. Bring water and towel! recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SCHVITZ IT UP Wednesdays: 1:00-2:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Fitness studio Instructor: Karen raden Karen’s low impact class strengthens yourcardiovascular system with simple aerobicmovements. Light weights may be used fortotal body toning. you’ll have so much fun,you won’t realize how much you’re reallyworking! 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

CURRENT EVENTS Wednesdays: 1:00-2:30 PMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31President’s room Instructor: Henry Plotkinthis class will focus on current event topics

including but not limited to politics, worldaffairs, psychology, and human relations.25 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

ART OF WOODWORK/TOYMAKING/MODELMAKING Wednesdays: 1:15-3:15 PMJanuary 11 through June 21NO CLASS: april 12, May 31arts & Crafts roomInstructor: Harold MayleMake toys for children, small furniture, anddecorative items for your home and friends.Learn repairs. Beginners and experts wel-come in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.safe power tools provided. If you can imag-ine it, we will help you make it! Instructor’slibrary of 120 books and all the world’s in-ternet is available for inspiration. Guestartist sue ehrlich will demonstrate how tomake art works/sculptures using classwood scraps and found objects.Bring to class: an open mind, wood glue,ruler or tape measure, scissors, felt tipmarker. Required class book: Woodworking: theComplete step by step Guide toskills techniques (includes 40 projects) atamazon.com for $5.00 including shipping. 12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

TWO BY DICKENS: A TALE OF TWO CITIES AND HARD TIMES Wednesdays: 11:00 aM-12:00 PMMay 3, 10, 17, 24June 7, 14, 21Music ensemble room #1Facilitator: richard Curriean eight week course in which we will readand discuss the revolutionary ideas in bothnovels as well as Dickens’ critique of educa-tional practices in Hard times and england’sindustrial system. In A Tale of Two Cities,Dickens lays bare the flaws of France’s an-cient regime in addition to the way the rev-olution devours itself.

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WORLD HISTORY Wednesdays: 2:00-3:00 PMMarch 29; april 5, 19, 26; May 3Media roomInstructor: John rossi1. Panama Canal- Seventh Wonder of the Modern World

the Panama Canal is one of the greatest en-gineering achievements the world hasknown. It dramatically shortened the dis-tance between the east and west coasts ofnorth america. one of the "seven Wondersof the Modern World", the establishment ofthe international waterway has become afacilitator of international trade by makingdistances shorter, reducing costs and navi-gational times to get goods to the marketfaster.

2. Rome- Foundation to Dominationrome's history spans two and a half thou-sand years. It was the capital city of theroman empire, which was the dominantpower in Western europe and the landsbordering the Mediterranean for overseven hundred years from the 1st centuryBC until the 7th century aD.

3. Florence- Birthplace of the Renaissance and the Rebirth of European Civilization

the renaissance had placed human beingsonce more in the center of life's stage andinfused thought and art with humanisticvalues. to the scholars and thinkers of theday, however, it was primarily a time of therevival of classical learning and wisdomafter a long period of cultural decline andstagnation.

4. Lighthouses and ShipsIn this presentation, Professor John rossiwill discuss the historical aspects of Light-houses. In 1716, the First lighthouse built inthe united states was the Boston Light-house. throughout history, sailing has beeninstrumental in the development of civiliza-tion, affording humanity greater mobilitythan travel over land, whether for trade,transport, or warfare, and the capacity forfishing.

5. Boston- The Birthplace of the American Revolution

July 1775, George Washington arrived inthe Boston area to take command of thenewly established Continental army. Washington’s goal was to drive the Britishfrom Boston. the war was the culminationof the political american revolution,whereby the colonists overthrew Britishrule. In 1775, revolutionaries seized controlof each of the thirteen colonial govern-ments, set up the second Continental Con-gress, and formed a Continental army.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class.

SWIM TO ISRAEL Wednesdays: 2:00-3:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool

Facilitator: Carla Musacchio • 20 slotsopen swim for the swimmers comfortablebeing unsupervised at their own pace. Bringyour own towel.recommended Contribution: $2 per class

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SPIRITUAL STRETCHING Wednesdays: 2:00-3:00 PM January 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31Fitness studio Instructor: Carolyn DeVito stretch your body while you nourish yourspirit with this gentle stretching class whichincorporates inspiring thoughts to makethe movements meaningful. you must beable to get up and down from the floor. 30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

HEALING GUIDED MEDITATION Wednesdays: 3:00-4:00 PMJanuary 10 through June 20NO CLASS: april 12, May 31President’s roomInstructor: Carolyn DeVito a method for developing inner peace byworking with the mind! Like a mini vacation,this class will relax and refresh you. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

recommended Contribution: $2 per class THE ART OF PAINTING SMALL thursdays: 12:00-1:30 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: april 13, april 20, June 1arts & Crafts roomInstructor: sue ehrlich the art of Painting small; work on paper,using colored pencils, water colors, creategreeting cards and collages in mixed media. 20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

CHAIR YOGA thursdays: 12:00-1:00 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Media room Instructor: andy McDaniela form of yoga performed in the seated po-sition. Participants may be asked to moveup and down from a chair, while using thechair as support, during this class. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

THURSDAYPlease note that for any classes starting before 12pm on Thursdays, CLLD will not be able to provide transportation.

CINEMA CLUB & LUNCHthursdays: 12:00-3:00 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO MOVIE/CLASS: June 1Lewis stolzenberg social HallWe invite everyone who loves foreign filmsand films worth seeing. Join the discussionafterwards!175 slotsrecommended Contribution: $4

INTERNAL EXERCISE thursdays: 12:00-1:00 PM January 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Music ensemble room #1Instructor: arthur Forman Description: Learn 6000 yr old Chinesemeditative breathing, massage, acupres-sure, and reflexology practices to energizestrengthen & balance the internal organs,glands, and nervous system. these exer-cises balance the CHI (vital energy in thebody), and have the power to release stressand bring about a sense of well being inmind, body & spirit. 15 slots

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PUMP & BURN thursdays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Fitness studio Instructor: Deborah nalitt • 30 slots this class teaches beginner weight condi-tioning exercises that gently work all mus-cle groups, followed by slow stretching. recommended Contribution: $2 per class

DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM thursdays: 1:00-2:00 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Music ensemble room #1 Instructor: Lucille Herring, rn & William addothis is an evidenced based lifestyle changeprogram that will give you the tools to loseweight and reduce your chances of gettingtype II Diabetes. Participants meet in agroup with a registered nurse to learn howto make modest lifestyle changes.30 SLOTS ONLY*recommended Contribution: $2 per class

GENTLE YOGAthursdays: 1:30-2:30PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1arts & Crafts room Instructor: rita sigonaCome experience this gentle form of yogawhich strengthens and loosens the bodywithout putting any unnecessary strain on

the participant. Participants must be ableto move up and down from floor.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

S.A.I.L.thursdays: 1:30-2:30 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Fitness roomInstructor: Deborah nalitt12 weeks, 2 times a week*Must attend 18 classes out of 24 classes(tuesdays & thursdays)this class includes group strength, balance,and aerobic exercise to help prevent fallsand fall related injuries.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

POETRY AND CREATIVE WRITING CLUB thursdays: 1:30-3:00 PMJanuary 12, 26; February 9, 23; March 9, 23;april 6, 20; May 4, 18; June 8, 22Music ensemble room #2Instructor: John FoxellLet’s share our writing experience together!20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

ART OF JOURNAL WRITING thursdays: 2:00-3:00 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1President’s roomInstructor: emily CohenJoin us as we choose exciting topics towrite about things that will be of interestto everyone. Participants will read theirwork in class and we will discuss them withone another. 16 Slots recommended contribution: $2 per class

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EZ BRIDGE (BEGINNERS) thursdays: 2:00-4:00 PMJanuary 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Media roomInstructor: Michael GechtMichael Gecht teaches a beginner’s classonce every four years, so this is your chanceto learn this exciting card game! this begin-ner’s class is for individuals who have neverplayed bridge before. It is fun, exciting, anda great way to meet new people.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

YOGA FIT thursdays: 2:30-3:30 PM January 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Fitness studio Instructor: ritaa gentle form of yoga in which the partici-pants move through a series of productiveflows on the mat that focuses on strength,balance and flexibility! Participants shouldbe able to get up and down from the floorcomfortably! 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SWIM TO ISRAEL thursdays: 2:30-3:30 PM January 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Facilitator: Carla Musacchioopen swim for the swimmers comfortablebeing unsupervised at their own pace. Bringyour own towel.20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

BASIC COMPUTING FOR BEGINNERS thursdays: 3:00 PM-4:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 16, 23; March 2SECOND SESSION: March 23, 30; april 6,13, 20, 27; May 4, 11Computer LabInstructor: Matthew Minerthis beginners’ computer class will focus onlearning to use the mouse; programs- whatthese are, how to start one, and how to usethem; files and folders; and the browser-how to use Chrome, including internetsafety, searching, and mail.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTSthursdays: 3:00-4:00 PMPresident’s roomFIRST SESSION: January 19, 26; February 2, 9SECOND SESSION:March 9, 16, 23, 30THIRD SESSION: June 8, 15, 22this course will include topics on elder Law;trust planning with the only two types oftrusts available - revocable and irrevocable;caring for a special needs child after you aregone- when the Court gets involved; caringfor elderly parents; nursing homes and howthey function; myths and truths about yourexposed assets; why the right nursing homeis your partner.40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

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BASIC COMPUTING FOR BEGINNERS thursdays: 4:00 PM-5:00 PMFIRST SESSION: January 12, 19, 26; Febru-ary 2, 9, 16, 23; March 2SECOND SESSION: March 23, 30; april 6,13, 20, 27; May 4, 11Computer LabInstructor: Matthew Minerthis beginners’ computer class will focus onlearning to use the mouse; programs- whatthese are, how to start one, and how to usethem; files and folders; and the browser-how to use Chrome, including internetsafety, searching, and mail.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

PINK PROGRAM FOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORSthursdays: 5:00-6:00 PMthursdays: 2:30-3:30 PM January 12 through June 22NO CLASS: June 1Fitness studio Instructor: Janice salerno exercise and support for survivors. Breast cancer survivors only- DR. NOTE REQUIREDrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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MAH JONG TOURNAMENT (OPEN PLAY) Fridays: 9:00 aM-12:00 PM January 13 through June 23Media room Facilitator: Carla Musacchio Practice your mahjong skills with othermahjong lovers during this 3-hour interac-tive game time! 40 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

GREAT JEWISH FICTION- JOURNEYSTHROUGH TIME AND PLACEFridays: 10:00-11:00 aMFebruary 3 & 10: Hope of Israel, by Patricia o’sullivanFebruary 17 and 24:once We Were Brothers, by ronald H. BalsonMarch 3 and 10:Henna House, by nomi eveMarch 17 and 24: Davita’s Harp, by Chaim PotokMarch 31 and April 7:the outside World, by tova Mirvisadult LoungeInstructor: amy PosnerWe will read and discuss each book overtwo sessions (please see dates above), ex-ploring the plotlines as they relate to Jew-ish history and culture. the books for thiscourse are readily available on amazon andavailable at the ny Public Library, online,and in person. you don’t have to read thebooks to enjoy the course, but it will bemore fun if you do!22 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

ART OF ACRYLIC PAINTINGFridays: 10:00-11:15 aMJanuary 13 through June 23arts & Crafts roomInstructor: sonya Hasenshare the unique technique of acrylic paint-ing and make amazing objects of art.16 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

THE BASICS OF FACEBOOKFridays: 10:00-11:00 aMMay 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 16, 23Computer LabInstructor: anneliese sessaIn this introduction class of social media,participants will practice Facebook naviga-tion, making comments, sharing posts/arti-cles, reviewing privacy settings, subscribingto newsfeeds, and friending/unfriendingusers. Participants will learn the differencebetween a timeline page, their Home page,and private vs. public messages. Chat andvideo chat will also be covered, as well asuploading pictures from a computer.Requirements: Participants must have aFacebook account and password. Pleasehave your user name and password withyou for each class. Participants must knowhow to use a PC and a mouse.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

ART OF UKELELE 101Fridays: 9:00-10:00 aMJanuary 13 through June 23Music ensemble room #2Instructor: Michael GechtLearn to play the ukulele. this class is fun,exciting, and requires no musical ability.Bring your fingers and you will learn therest. the CLLD has available ukuleles foryou to use.

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ART OF MUSIC JAM SESSION 101Fridays: 10:00-11:00 aM January 13 through June 23Music ensemble room #2Instructor: Michael Gecht.our musical group is growing. We startedwith only ukuleles but now it's open to allinstruments. Bring your saxophone, drums,guitar, or any musical instrument you haveor just come and sing with us. Fun! Fun!Fun!15 slotssuggested contribution: $3

ART OF EVALUATION OF FINE OBJECTSFridays: 11:15 aM-12:15 PMJanuary 13 through June 23rotundaInstructor: Louis Fraser Collector and dealer, Louis Fraser, will leada discussion of the cost, price, value, andevaluation of art. no videos and no com-puters, but real art will be examined anddiscussed and there will be differing opin-ions. students may bring in art to be evalu-ated. Class size will be limited to 20 people.20 slotssuggested Contribution: $2 per class

NUTRITION IN THE KITCHEN Fridays: 11:30 aM-12:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 23social Hall Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky Learn about the foods you’re eating andhow you can make small realistic changes inyour diet that will drastically improve yourhealth. topics will be discussed in an inter-active question & answer format. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT Fridays: 11:30 aM-12:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 232nd Floor Gymnasium

Facilitator: abe Madina table tennis, better known as Ping Pong, isthe second most played sport in the world!the first person or team to rack up 11points wins… and then you can rematch! 20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT Fridays: 12:30 -1:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 232nd Floor Gymnasium

Facilitator: abe Madina table tennis, better known as Ping Pong, isthe second most played sport in the world!the first person or team to rack up 11points wins… and then you can rematch! 20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IPHONE Fridays: 12:30-1:30 PMFIRST SESSION: January 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 17SECOND SESSION: March 24, 31; april 7,21, 28; May 5, 12, 19President’s roomInstructor: sara Jacobsonthis class is for iPhone beginners. It will as-sist participants in getting to know and usetheir iphone. Learn how to text, take andedit photos, use GPs, e-mail, use socialmedia, how to download and stream music,and setting up your calendar. 22 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

JEWISH ESCHATOLOGYFridays: 12:00-1:00 PMMusic ensemble room #1Instructor: rabbi eliezer GarnerFIRST SESSION:March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; april 7, 21In this two course series, we will discuss keyconcepts in the Jewish tradition regardingthe nature of the soul, the afterlife, immor-tality, the concept of reincarnation, the res-urrection of the dead, and the world tocome. We will explore these topics throughthe lens of biblical commentators, the tal-mud, the midrash, and Kabbalah.SECOND SESSION: april 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 9, 16We will continue our two course series. Inaddition, we will discuss key concepts in theJewish tradition regarding the exile and re-demption of the Jewish people, the Mes-sianic era, and the third temple and itssignificance. 20 slots recommended Contribution: $3 per class

HEALING GUIDED MEDITATIONFridays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Fitness studio Instructor: Isabelle Dubeaua method for developing inner peace byworking with the mind! Like a mini vacationthis class will relax and refresh you. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

GENTLE ZUMBAFridays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Fitness studio Instructor: Dina Pena • 30 SLOTS ONLY*Interactive dance class with certified in-structor who will teach ethnic dance rou-tines for a fun workout that will tone andsculpt your body.recommended contribution: $2 per class

CARDIO CIRCUIT Fridays: 12:30-1:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Fitness Center Facilitator: Carla Musacchio take a virtual hike up an exhilarating mountain, all while remaining in the comfort of the air conditioned fitness center! Follow a self-directed course on thetreadmill, elliptical, or bike that will not onlyslim you down, but strengthen your heartand mind as well. 20 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SWIM TO ISRAEL Fridays: 1:00-2:00 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Facilitator: Carla Musacchiothis class is an open swim time for swim-mers comfortable swimming unsupervisedat their own pace. Bring your own towel. 12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

THEATRE GAMES Fridays: 1:00-2:00 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Music ensemble room #2Instructor: Linda arezzono lines to learn or songs to sing. no cos-tumes, lights or rehearsals. Join us for a setof improvised performance games doneright on the spot with a small group of yourpeers.If you are a fan of “Whose Line Is It any-way,” you know just what we mean.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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HANDS ON PHOTOGRAPHY Fridays: 1:30-2:30 PMJanuary 13 through May 19NO CLASS: april 14President’s roomInstructor: sara Jacobson students in this course will be introducedto the basic camera functions and the con-cepts of framing and exposure. through atrip, students will explore their own cre-ative perspectives while getting hands onexperience. a digital camera is required forthis course.20 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

CHAIR YOGA Fridays: 1:30-2:30 PMJanuary 13 through June 23Media room Instructor: Isabelle Dubeau a form of yoga performed in the seated position. Participants may be asked to moveup and down from a chair, while using thechair as support, during this class. 30 slots recommended Contribution: $2 per class

SOCIOLOGY Fridays: 3:00-4:00 PMJanuary 13, 20; June 7, 23Media roomInstructor: Irene Dabrowskithis course will address the construction ofcultural worldviews in terms of how peoplepiece together reality to understand theworld and develop guidelines to live withinit. also covered will be discussion on majortechnological revolutions taking placewithin society and how this affects ourhealth, lifestyles, and the future. Humancommunication will also be explored, in-cluding a discussion of the new literacyemerging in the Digital age. Lastly, therewill be a discussion on the realities of diver-sity in the 21st century- an investigation

into how people develop the skills to findcommon ground with difference.30 slotsrecommended Contribution: $3 per class

THE ART OF KNITTING & CHATTING CLUBFridays: 1:00-2:15 PMJanuary 13 through June 23arts & Crafts roomInstructor: Mary WheelerIntroduction to a variety of knitting tech-niques, from the very basic to more advanced, depending on the needs and interests of participants. Participantsshould bring worsted-weight yarn and size8 needles, as well as any projects, finishedor under way. each session will include time for knitting and sharing, and for individual help.12 slotsrecommended Contribution: $2 per class

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