Adult Programs

The Daily Chat with Marcy  - Discussion led by Marcy Fox on a variety of topics to start the day.  (Daily)  9:30 - 10:00 am  FREE to Members

 

News Currents - Web–based discussion group with Marcy.  A variety of topics and issues will be explored.

(Mondays)  Free to Members  $3 Guests

 

Armchair Yoga/Senior strong with Neshe  - Exercise suited for sitting or standing.  Led by Neshe Antelis - certified instructor  (3 times weekly)  11:00 - 11:45 am   FREE to Members  Guests - $5 per session      

 

Exercise, Health & Fitness  -  Information on health, exercise and fitness is presented as an adjunct to our senior exercise program.  (Thursdays)  FREE  to Members 10:00 am

 

Comedians of the 20th Century - Part 2 –with Dr. Hank Kaplowitz. We will discuss what made Americans laugh from the middle of the last century onward.  Hopefully, we will make it to the new millennium. (Tuesdays) 10:15 am FREE to   Members      Guests $5 for per session  

 

Nutrition for Seniors-Led by Dr. Ken Mehlman  - A continuing education class for seniors who are interested in improving their nutrition and eating habits  Thursdays   12:30 - 2pm

 

Jewish Studies -  Led by Rabbi Samuel Rosenberg - formerly of Elmora Hebrew Center.   We learn various aspects of Jewish culture and religion  Supported in part by a fund established by the former Temple Beth El of Elizabeth.  (Wednesdays)  FREE to Members   Guests  $5 per session

 

Art Workshop - Led by Ruth Rosenzweig  - We practice with pastels to express our creative side. (Wednesdays) FREE to Members       Guests $5 per session 

 

Yiddish 201  -  We have advanced slightly beyond basics and continue to learn Yiddush for understanding and conversation.  (Monthly)

 

Speakers and Other Visitors - We welcome many guests to our group to educate and inform us on many topics, including health and fitness, religion, travel, culture, and many other areas of interest.  The JEC Choir performs several times a year.

 

Lunch & Learn - The Y is very excited to partner with the JEC Elmora Ave Shul to bring Lunch & Learn back to the community.  Each month, a community Rabbi will join us during lunch with a timely topic of Jewish interest.

 

Oneg Shabbat  - D’var Torah on weekly Parsha, candle lighting, Kiddush, Hamotzi and traditional songs before lunch welcoming the Sabbath with grace, warmth and friendship.  (Fridays)

 

 Trips - Various throughout the year to casinos, cruises, shopping excursions, museums, shows and other places of interest.