NATHAN & MURIEL GLANZ CAMPUS

July/August 2021 PROGRAM GUIDE

LECTURES AND PROGRAMSAT THE JCC*

*Registration required Jewish Lives with Liz RopersThursday, July 8, 1 pmSir Nicholas WintonFee: $12; Members, $3

Bingo with Denise Walsh from Lynbrook Restorative Tuesday, July 13, 1:30 pmFee: Free (for Members Only) Jewish Artists with Liz RopersThursday, July 15, 1 pmModiglianiFee: $12; Members, $3 Yad Vashem Honoree with Liz Ropers Thursday, July 22, 1 pm Irene GutFee: $12; Members, $3

Movie and Discussion with Liz RopersThursday, July 29, 1 pmSinatra; All or Nothing at All Part 1Fee: Free (for Members Only)

Jewish Lives with Liz RopersThursday, August 5, 1 pmFanny BriceFee: $12; Members, $3 Jewish Artists with Liz RopersThursday, August 12, 1 pmArthur SzykFee: $12; Members, $3 Yad Vashem Honoree with Liz RopersThursday, August 19, 1 pmRaul WallenbergFee: $12; Members, $3

The Many Ways to Say I LOVE YOU with Irwin PfefferThursday, August 26, 1 pmJoin motivational speaker Irwin Pfeffer as we discuss “The Many Ways to Say I Love You”Fee: Free and open to the community

GAMES AT THE JCC*

*Registration required

Mah Jongg Mondays, 12-3Fee: Free (for Members Only) Canasta Wednesdays, 1-4Fee: Free (for Members Only)

Open PlayThursdays, 6-8:30 pmSundays, 12-2:30 pmFee: Free (for Members Only)

Duplicate BridgeStarting August 6Fridays, 10 am-2 pmFee: $10; Members $6

ONGOING PROGRAMSVIRTUAL AND AT THE JCC*

*Registration required

Women’s Forum with Gerri Schaffer Tuesdays, 12-1 pmFee: Free (for Members Only)

Headlines and Topics Wednesdays, 11 am-12:15 pmFee: Free (for Members Only)

Point Counterpoint Thursdays, 11 am-12:15 pmFee: Free (for Members Only)

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Between the Covers with LizWednesday, July 7, 1:30 pmThe Last Van Gogh Fee: $6; Members, $3 Between the Covers with LizMonday, August 2, 1:30 pmFlorence Adler Swims Forever Fee: $6; Members, $3 Meditation with Catholic HealthTuesdays, 10:30 amFee: Free and open to the community Baking Club with Lisa Tuesdays, 2 pmLet’s share our favorite recipes, chat and bake together virtually.Fee: Free (for Members Only) Yiddish Vinkel CornerFridays, 11 amJoin Sarah at her “Yiddish Vinkel Corner.” Let’s keep our Yiddish culture alive while discussing our Jewish heritage.Fee: Free (for Members Only)

ADULT SERVICESLisa Charschan, Director

516-634-4169, lcharschan@friedbergjcc.orgNATHAN & MURIEL GLANZ CAMPUS

NATHAN & MURIEL GLANZ CAMPUS

July/August 2021 PROGRAM GUIDE

ONGOING VIRTUAL AND @ THE JCC PROGRAMS

Small Talk with GloriaMondays, 10:30 amFee: $10; Members, FREERegistration for in-person starts Friday mornings

T’ai Chi For Parkinson’s5 Tuesdays, 7/20-8/17, 12:30 pmFee: $50; Members, $40 Sponsored by Goidel Law Group

ONGOING VIRTUAL GROUPS

Boxing II for Parkinson’s with Maria Thursdays, 12:30 pmFee: $8; Members, FREE 

Caregiver Support Group Fridays, 7/2, 7/9, 7/23, 8/13, 8/27 10:30 am-12 pmProvides free caregiver support to those caring for their loved ones living with Alzheimers Disease and other related dementias and other chronic illnesses. Funded in part by the New York State Office for the Aging.Fee: FREE

Boxing for Parkinson’s with MariaFridays, 12:30 pmFee: $8; Members, FREE 

Monthly Parkinson’s Support SessionThursday, 7/15, 11 amIn collaboration with the New York Institute of Technology. Visit friedbergjcc.org for details.

NEW VIRTUAL GROUPS!

Bereavement I: Loss of Spouse/Significant Other6 Tuesdays, 7/13-8/24, 3-4 pm Supportive and informative support group for men and women who have lost a spouse/significant other within the past year. Pre-registration and personal interview is required.Fee: $80; Members, $40

Bereavement II: Loss of Spouse/Significant Other6 Tuesdays, 7/13-8/24, 11 am-12 pmSupport group for men and women who have lost a spouse/significant other between 1-3 years.Pre-registration and personal interview is required.Fee: $80; Members, $40

Bereavement: Moving Forward4 Tuesdays, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24, 6-7 pmOngoing group for those bereaved over a year.Fee: $10; Members, FREE 

Healthy Minds/Healthy Bodies for Parkinson’s6 Wednesdays, 7/7-8/11, 1 pmA Blend of Mindfulness, Strength Training, Yoga, Boxing and all around fun. Registration required.Fee: $8; Members, $4

Feel the Beat: Virtual Music Therapy for Parkinson’s Wednesdays, 7/7-8/11, 10:30 amLet’s make music together! Join a music therapist from The Rebecca Center at Molloy College for an interactive music making group for those with Parkinson’s Disease. Experience the benefits of improved posture, breathing and articulation through singing. Space is limited; maximum 15 registrants/session.Fee: FREE

SOCIAL SERVICESGloria Lebeaux, LCSW, Director of Social Services

516-634-4010, glebeaux@friedbergjcc.org

INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY COUNSELING AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTACT GLORIA LEBEAUX FOR INFORMATION AND FEES.

NATHAN & MURIEL GLANZ CAMPUS

July/August 2021 PROGRAM GUIDE

DEMENTIA PROGRAMS & SERVICESPamela S. Jaffe, LCSW, Director

516-634-4192, pjaffe@friedbergjcc.orgNATHAN & MURIEL GLANZ CAMPUS

VIRTUAL ESPTUESDAYS

Two-session program for those recently diagnosed with a progressive cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Interview required.Fee: $45

Guest InstructorsMorning Session, 10:30-11:30 amSession offers an opportunity engage with guest instructors on a wide range of topics to maintain cognition and gain peer support. Recent sessions have included Brain Fitness, Art Appreciation, Poetry, Virtual Travel, Behind the Scenes at Saturday Night Live, The Bay Houses of the South Shore and How a Composer Composes.

T’ai Chi FitnessAfternoon Session, 1:30-2:15 pmSeated class provides a full workout using light weights and a ball incorporating T’ai Chi techniques to maintain balance and coordination.

VIRTUAL SADC WEDNESDAYS

Two-session program for those with moderate stage Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Interview required.Fee: $45

Various Activities Morning Session, 11 am-12 pmSocial interaction and stimulating activities such as music, word games, discussions to encourage verbal expression and enhance self-esteem.

Chair Yoga Afternoon Session, 1:30-2:15 pmA full head to toe workout in a chair offers gentle stretching, breathing techniques to maintain flexibility and well-being.

VIRTUAL ESP II THURSDAYS

Two-session program for those recently diagnosed with a progressive cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Interview required.Fee: $45

Music for DementiaMorning Session 10:30-11:30 amUsing techniques such as drumming, music making, breathing, and movement each participant will be encouraged to engage with peers gaining confidence and ability to express feelings through the joy of music.

ExerciseAfternoon Session, 1:30-2:15 pmThis class provides a complete workout in a chair. The instructor leads the group through a series of exercises that encourage joint mobility, right-left brain coordination, improved balancethrough enjoyable movements that enhance both cognitive and motor function.

VIRTUAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS

Weekly GroupsFridays, 10:30 am-12 pmProvides free caregiver support to those caring for their loved ones living with Alzheimers Disease and other related dementias and other chronic illnesses. Funded in part by the New York State Office for the Aging.Fee: FREE

New to Caregiving Support GroupFirst and Third Wednesday of each month9:30-10:30 amFee: FREE

LOOK FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR FALL 2021 RE-OPENING!