Pickleball Leagues

Recreational Pickleball League: Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm, 8 Weeks, January 13th - March 3rd (No League On January 27th)

Competitive Pickleball League: Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm, 8 Weeks, January 14th - March 4th (No League On January 28th)

Come join our Instructor Bryon for our exciting Pickleball Leagues! The Pickleball Leagues will be a fun, competitive environment to grow your skills and test yourself against the competition. Sign up individually.

Price: $120 (Members Only)

Recreational Pickleball League: Tuesdays | Recommended Skill Level: 2.5-3.5
Competitive Pickleball League: Wednesdays| Recommended Skill Level: 3.5-4.5

All participants must be JCC members. Interested in joining? Contact Mary Cotner | 858-362-1178 for information about a new member special.

Adult Basketball Leagues

Monday (50+) League: January 26th - April 20th, Draft January 12th
Thursday (30+) League: League: January 15th - April 16th, Draft January 8th
West & East Gym
Lawrence Family JCC

Adult basketball leagues open to members of the JCC. Ideal for individual players looking for a competitive basketball experience. Teams are selected by a draft each season. Games are two (24) minute halves. Jersey included.

Price: $160 per League

This program is open to JCC members only. To learn more about our membership rates and benefits click HERE. Or contact Guest Services | 858.362.1101

Keynote Speaker: Leonard Maltin

Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 7:00 pm David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre

Join us for a fantastic evening with a true treasure of film journalism, Leonard Maltin! Premium tickets include a meet-and-greet reception, and general admission tickets are also available.

Price: $42 - $62 | JCC Members $36- $ 54

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Keynote Speaker: Leonard Maltin

Rainbow Challah Braiding

Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Get hands-on with Pride in the Tribe at a cozy rainbow challah-braiding night for LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 13–18. We’ll provide pre-colored dough for you to braid, twist, and design however you like. No experience needed. Take your challah home to bake and share with pride..

Price: $5

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President's Day Camp 2026 (Grades TK- 6th)

Friday, February 13, Monday, February 16 (Mini Golf) & Tuesday, February 17 | Camp Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Lawrence Family JCC

February 13 & 17: School may be closed, but the fun is wide open! Spend Presidents Day with us enjoying hands-on activities, creative projects, and exciting games in a safe, engaging camp environment..

February 16 (Mini Golf): Get ready to tee up some holiday fun! Campers will spend the day exploring a miniature golf course filled with colorful obstacles, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs. Whether they’re seasoned putters or first-time golfers, everyone will enjoy a fun-filled day of good company and adventure.

Please note all 4 - 5 year old participants must be currently enrolled in a UTK/TK program and be fully potty trained.

Price Per Day- (Feb 13 & 17): $138 | JCC Members $115
Price Feb 16th(Mini Golf): $168 | JCC Members $140

Extended Care available for an additional fee
Extended Care Hours: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM(Fridays: 3:30 - 5:00 PM)
$18/hour | JCC Members $15/hour

Please note all 4 - 5 year old participants must be currently enrolled in a UTK/TK program and be fully potty trained.

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Youth Basketball Program

Sundays, February 15 - April 26, 2026 (No Class April 5)
8U: 11:00 am - 12:20 pm | 11U: 12:30 pm - 1:50 pm
West & East Gym
Lawrence Family JCC

Our Youth Basketball Program will teach players the basics of team basketball and the strategies and cooperation that come with playing in an organized basketball setting. We will have 11U and 8U groups with games, clinics, scrimmages, and more.

Price: $300 | JCC Member: $250

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Cinematic & Classical - A Jewish Community Symphony Performance

Sunday, February 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Experience the Jewish Community Symphony in Cinematic & Classical, a thrilling journey from Vaughan Williams’ lively Overture to The Wasps to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting Sleeping Beauty Suite. Clarinetist Robert Zelickman dazzles in Weber’s Concertino, followed by John Williams’ heartfelt Viktor’s Tale and Khachaturian’s exhilarating Gayane Dances.

Price: $36

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MANDELBAUM FAMILY LECTURE SERIES: The Catskills Come to Your Living Room: The Entertaining Life of Gertrude Berg, Jewish Media Mogul

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 10:30 AM
City of Coronado Club Room
1985 Strand Way Coronado, CA 92118

Gertrude Berg is a unique figure in Catskills history, perhaps the only woman to help manage a Catskills family resort and then steer that experience into a national multimedia entertainment career. This talk with Dr. Samantha Goldstein will explore how her adolescence in hospitality led to one of the most popular early television series, The Goldbergs, and why her legacy is so infrequently mentioned today.

Price: Complimentary

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Shalomaland: A Walking Tour of San Diego's Jewish History

Thursdays, | 10:30 am
Various Locations Around San Diego

Back by popular demand, Shalomaland returns for a second season to explore San Diego's rich Jewish history! Guided by scholar Dr. Joellyn Zollman, we will journey to key Jewish sites across the city, revealing the resonant, layered history of Jewish life in San Diego. From San Diego pioneer Louis Rose to the visionary Jonas Salk, this four-session class will reveal the vibrant Jewish legacy embedded in our fine city.

Temple Beth Israel at Heritage Park in Old Town
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

Continuing the tour of San Diego's acclaimed Jewish historical sites, we make our way to Temple Beth Israel, located in Old Town. During this session, Joellyn will share the history of San Diego's first synagogue and the role it has played in the city's Jewish past, present and future.

Ohr Shalom Synagogue and Banker’s Hill
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

After visiting Temple Beth Israel, San Diego’s first synagogue, in our previous session, we now journey to the site of the congregation’s second home - Ohr Shalom Synagogue. Along the way, we’ll explore the Banker’s Hill neighborhood and understand what life was like for downtown San Diego’s Jewish community on the other side of World War II.

Exploring La Jolla through the eyes of Jonas Salk, Louis Kahn, and Roger Revelle
Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

For this final class session, we will highlight three Jewish innovators who left an indelible mark on San Diego - Jonas Salk, Louis Kahn and Roger Revelle. In this journey in around the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, we will explore how Salk, Kahn and Revelle influenced the North County region as we know it today and how their significant impact is felt far beyond the Jewish community.


DISCLAIMER:Please note that this class requires a minimum enrollment in order to proceed. If this minimum enrollment is not met, the class will be cancelled. In the event of a cancellation, all enrolled students will be notified and will receive a full refund or the option to credit their registration fee to a future event. Additionally, as many of these sessions take place outside, in the case of poor and/or unsafe weather conditions, sessions will be rescheduled as needed. In the case of a session needing to be rescheduled, you will be given the option to move your registration to the new class date, credit your registration fee to a future event, or receive a refund

Price:
Individual Classes: $30 | JCC Members: $25
4-Class Bundle: $100 | JCC Members: $80

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Shalomaland: April 16 Add to Cart

Treasures of the Jewish Music

Thursdays | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Astor Judaica Library
Lawrence Family JCC

Step into the rich tapestry of Jewish musical heritage with. Eileen Wingard and a community of music aficionados as they showcase and appreciate iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library’s Jewish music collection.

Recorded music curated and hosted by Eileen Wingard, retired San Diego Symphony violinist

Great Jewish Musicians Series:
December 18: Great Jewish Pianists, Special guest: Irina Bendetsky, Russian-born pianist
February 19: Great Jewish Conductors, Special guests: David Amos, Music Director, TICO; Robert Gilson, Music Director, San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra

Jewish Holidays:
Music for Lag B'Omer, April 16, 2026, Special guest TBA
Music for Yom Yerushalayim, June 4, 2026, Special guest TBA

Price: Complimentary

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Music for Tu B'Shvat: April 16 Add to Cart

Music for Yom Yerushalayim: June 4th Add to Cart

On The Town's Cabaret Night

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 7:00PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an evening with the On The Town Ambassadors as they light up the stage in a lively Cabaret Night featuring songs from JCompany’s past productions. This special event celebrates music, memories, and the incredible talent of our Ambassadors in one unforgettable night!

Price: $10 | JCC Member Complimentary

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Shabbat with Pride in the Tribe

Friday, February 20, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Join LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18) for a Shabbat all about friends, fun, and community. Share a meal, make new connections, and spend the evening laughing, celebrating who you are, and meeting others who get it. Come for the food, stay for the friends—RSVP today!

Price: $18

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Shakespeare’s Heartbeat: An Inclusive Theater Workshop Series

3-Week Seriies: Sunday, February 22, March 1 & 8, 2026 | 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Lawrence Family JCC

Unlock the magic of the Bard in a space designed specifically for neurodivergent explorers. Inspired by the Hunter Heartbeat Method, this class transforms the rhythmic language in As You Like It into sensory-based games and physical play, making his stories accessible and fun for every student.

Price: $150 | JCC Members $120

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Little Mensches - Making the World Better - One Mitzvah at a Time

Once a month on Sundays at 1:00 PM
Little Mensches provides fun, engaging, and enriching opportunities for children between the ages of 4 and 8 to give back to their community.

Price: $18* per family | $16 Members per family
*An additional $7.00 security fee will be applied when held at the JCC.

Little Mensches - Ronald McDonald House Charities Event | Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM | San Diego Hebrew Day School Add to Cart

EAST COUNTY LECTURE SERIES:

The Rabbi, The Reverend & Jerusalem: Can Fiction and Friendship Heal What Politics Can't?
Tuesday, February 24, 2025 | 10:30 AM
Tifereth Israel Synagogue
6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119

Jerusalem is the spiritual heart of three great religions as well as a place of enduring discord. It's also the inspiration for new novels by two San Diego authors: Here There Is No Why by Phil Graubart, former senior rabbi at Congregation Beth El in La Jolla, and A Rooftop in Jerusalem by Michael Kinnamon, former general secretary of the national council of churches. Their unique presentation will touch on the power of fiction to bridge social divisions, the importance of interfaith understanding at a time when politics seem so fractured, and the city of Jerusalem as a symbol of religious longing and conflict.

These programs are presented in partnership with Tifereth Israel Synagogue

Price: Complimentary

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Building Jewish Community: Synagogue Architecture Tour

Dive into San Diego’s vibrant Jewish history through the lens of our fine city’s synagogue architecture. During these three sessions, Dr. Joellyn Zollman will lead us through San Diego’s Jewish past, revealing stories of faith, migration, and community across generations.

Synagogue Architecture Tour | LOCATION: La Jolla
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

We round out this course with a return to La Jolla, exploring the ways in which this region has become one of the epicenters of Jewish life here in San Diego. During this synagogue tour, we will follow a thread from East County to Chula Vista and back to La Jolla and in doing so, we will see the establishment of Jewish community throughout all of San Diego. Location of this session will be shared closer to class date.

DISCLAIMER:Please note that this class requires a minimum enrollment in order to proceed. If this minimum enrollment is not met, the class will be cancelled. In the event of a cancellation, all enrolled students will be notified and will receive a full refund or the option to credit their registration fee to a future event. Additionally, as many of these sessions take place outside, in the case of poor and/or unsafe weather conditions, sessions will be rescheduled as needed. In the case of a session needing to be rescheduled, you will be given the option to move your registration to the new class date, credit your registration fee to a future event, or receive a refund

Price:
Individual Classes: $30 | JCC Members: $25

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Gideon Bernstein, Author of Giving: A Handbook to Happiness for the Modern Philanthropist

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Presented In Partnership with Jewish Community Foundation

After the heartbreaking loss of his son, Gideon Bernstein discovered the power of generosity to heal and inspire. His book, Giving: A Handbook to Happiness for the Modern Philanthropist, combines personal stories, science, and practical tips to help readers find purpose through giving. A seasoned financial expert, Bernstein offers a heartfelt guide to making a meaningful difference.

Price Includes a Copy of Giving: $36 | JCC Member $30

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Bake the Rainbow: Hamantaschen

Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Roll, fill, and bake your own rainbow hamantaschen with Pride in the Tribe, a community for LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18)! We’ll get creative with colorful dough, celebrate Purim, and enjoy the results together. Come bake, hang out, and make something sweet while celebrating queer joy and Jewish tradition.

Price: $5

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Death Over Dinner

Thursdays, March 5, 12, & 19, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Americans rarely talk about how we die, even though it matters deeply. Facilitated by Rabbi Susan Freeman, ACPE educator and Board-Certified Chaplain, this program brings that conversation to the table. Through Jewish wisdom, shared food, and guided discussion, we explore death, grief, and the soul. Together, we turn a hard topic into insight, connection, and a deeper appreciation for life. Dinner will be provided.

This program is presented in partnership with Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego

Price: $36 | JCC Members $30
This program is repeated on three dates. Please select one to attend.

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As You Like It: Shabbat Shakespeare

Presented by JCompany Youth Theatre
Friday, March 6, 2026 | 6:30 pm
Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 12:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join JCompany for Shabbat Shakespeare, a joyful gathering that blends the warmth of Shabbat with the magic of Shakespeare. Enjoy a whimsical journey into As You Like It, where disguises, mistaken identities, and tangled hearts collide in the forest—leading everyone toward a happy ending.

March 6 at 6:30pm (Includes a full dinner and table seating):
Price: $45 | JCC Member $36

March 12 & March 15 (Includes a Shabbat Tote with normal show seating):
Price: $28 | JCC Member $32 | Day of Show $32

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Into The Woods

Presented by JCompany Youth Theatre
March 7 - 15, 2026
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim weave beloved storybook characters into a Tony Award–winning modern classic. The enchanting tale follows a Baker and his wife, Cinderella, and Jack as they pursue their deepest wishes. But when a Witch’s curse is broken and everyone’s dreams come true, the consequences soon return with disastrous results

Price: $24 | JCC Member $22 | Day of Show $27
Group Price: 10% off 10 or More

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Moses, Freud, and the Buddha: Paths to Mindfulness and Mental Wellness

Tuesdays March 10, 17 & 24, 2026 | 10:00 am
Lawrence Family JCC

This course led by clinical psychologist and meditation teacher Dr. Oded Shezifi explores mindfulness as a pillar of modern mental wellness, tracing its roots from Freud’s early psychotherapy to ancient Buddhist meditation and Jewish spiritual teachings. Through lectures, discussion, and experiential practice, participants will engage with diverse traditions that support reflective, mindful living.

DISCLAIMER:Please note that this class requires a minimum enrollment in order to proceed. If this minimum enrollment is not met, the class will be cancelled. In the event of a cancellation, all enrolled students will be notified and will receive a full refund or the option to credit their registration fee to a future event.

Price: $45 | JCC Members: $36

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JEWISH POETS-JEWISH VOICES: The Magic of Spoken Word

Tuesdays | 7:00 PM
Lawrence Family JCC

Celebrate the 19th season of Jewish Poets-Jewish Voices! Experience an enriching evening as three talented local poets, handpicked by the JP-JV committee, share their compelling presentations. Following their performances, indulge in a half hour of open mic, where you're invited to share your own voice. Join us for a captivating night filled with spoken word and moments of introspection.

Hosted by Joy Heitzmann, refreshments.

March 10: A Student evening. Participating schools TBA; open mic.
May 19: Featured poets: David Chait, Betzy Lynch, Donna Rolfe; open mic.
Price: Complimentary

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Pride in the Tribe Goes to Into the Woods

Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 1:45 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Join Pride in the Tribe, a community for LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18), for a fun afternoon at the JCC as we see Into the Woods. This enchanting, thought-provoking musical weaves together beloved fairy tale characters as they chase their deepest wishes. With humor, heart, and unforgettable music, the show explores identity, choices, and what happens after dreams come true.

Price: $10

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Professor Jacob Goldberg Lecture Series

Monday, March 16 - 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for a captivating lecture series on Israeli and Middle Eastern politics with Professor Jacob Goldberg, Harvard-educated expert and former advisor to Prime Minister Ehud Barak. Explore Arab-Israeli and American-Israeli relations, global diplomacy, and regional challenges. Gain rare insights into Israel’s strategic landscape from one of its leading political thinkers.

Price:
3-Pack: $120| JCC Member $83
By the Day: $42 | JCC Member $36

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MANDELBAUM FAMILY LECTURE SERIES: Letters to My Father: Excavating a Jewish Identity in Poland and Belarus

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 10:30 AM
Coronado Public Library | Winn Room
640 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118

In our fifth lecture of the Mandelbaum Family Lecture Series, author and professor Kathleen Balgley, PhD, will present her book Letters to My Father: Excavating a Jewish Identity in Poland and Belarus. Seeking to uncover her veiled Jewish background - and researching Polish antisemitism before, during, and after WWII - Dr. Balgley's book chronicles her two-year Fulbright in the then communist Poland. The author travels from Poland to Israel to meet relatives she had not known existed, and later journeys to her father's birthplace in Brest, Belarus where further revelations about her family come to light. Recently invited by Belarus' Jewish "The Together Plan", Dr. Balgley will report on her July 2025 visit back to Brest where she presents her story at the opening of The Embrace of Memory, a memorial to Brest's annihilated Jewish community.

Price: Complimentary

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Brunch & Briefing with Professor Goldberg

Friday, March 20, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an exclusive brunch and intimate conversation with Professor Jacob Goldberg, a foremost expert on Middle Eastern politics and former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak. Building on his recent lecture series, Professor Goldberg will offer timely insights into Israel’s political landscape and international dynamics. Come with your questions for a thought-provoking debrief and engaging dialogue in a relaxed setting. Brunch will be provided.

Price: $90 | JCC Member $72

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Craft Your Identity: LGBTQ+ 101 Workshop

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

A supportive, teen-centered workshop for ages 13–18 where learning meets creativity. Teens explore identity basics, safe coming-out strategies, and how to support friends, while discovering how Judaism affirms LGBTQ+ lives. Through hands-on activities, they design and create pronoun and pride-flag pins with Shrinky Dinks to take home, making their learning personal and tangible.

Price: Complimentary

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Food for Thought: Exploring Food Justice

Sunday, April 5, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Coastal Roots Farm
441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024

Join Pride in the Tribe at Coastal Roots Farm! LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18) will explore sustainable farming, food justice, and Jewish wisdom through hands-on gardening and the “Chopped Challenge.” Together, we’ll engage in meaningful conversations about fair access to fresh food, connect with the land, and learn how regenerative practices help grow healthier communities.

Price: $15

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The Sweet Escape: A Queer Chocolate Seder

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Celebrate Passover with Pride in the Tribe at a playful, chocolate-filled seder! We’ll remix traditional symbols using chocolate while exploring themes of liberation, coming out, and chosen family. Through creative readings, art, and reflection, teens (ages 13-18) will connect Jewish tradition to queer joy, resilience, and freedom—sweetly and meaningfully.

Price: $15

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Volunteer with Pride: Hygiene Kit Build

Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Jewish Family Service | 8804 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123

Spend Good Deeds Day with Pride in the Tribe! LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 13–18 are invited to a hands-on community service experience at JFS, assembling hygiene kits for clients at the Safe Parking site. All materials are supplied, and donations for the kits are welcome. We’ll hear from JFS staff, tour the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Campus, and practice tikkun olam together while making a real impact.

Price: $5

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Scholar-in-Residence Weekend: A Journey Through Jewish Mindfulness and Mysticism with Rabbi Matthew Ponak

Saturday-Sunday, April 25 - 26, 2026
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for a transformative weekend of spiritual and mystical exploration with guest Rabbi Matthew Ponak. Through Jewish history, sacred text, and Kabbalistic wisdom, Rabbi Ponak—alongside mindfulness and spirituality scholars from our community—will guide participants in deep reflection, immersive learning, and embodied practice. This weekend offers meaningful tools to cultivate mindfulness, presence, and spiritual grounding in everyday life. No prior knowledge is needed—come as you are.

Saturday, April 25, 2026
The Still Point of Shabbat: Mindfulness and Mystical Wisdom Spend Shabbat in reflection and connection through a Shabbat-centered guided meditation, followed by an interfaith conversation with spiritual leaders exploring mysticism and the search for meaning across traditions.

Sunday, April 26, 2026
Embodied Wisdom: Jewish Mysticism in Practice Close the weekend with learning and shared practice, beginning with a light breakfast and an opening plenary with Rabbi Ponak based on his book Embodied Kabbalah: Jewish Mysticism for All People. Continue with breakout sessions led by Rabbi Ponak and local mindfulness educators, and conclude with a communal gathering and meditation.

Pricing:
Entire Weekend (Saturday & Sunday): $66 | JCC Members: $53
Single Day Program (Saturday or Sunday): $36 | JCC Members: $30

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical, Jr.

Presented by JCompany Youth Theatre
May 9 - 17, 2026
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Middle school is rough, and Greg is determined not to end up at the bottom of the popularity chart. Based on Jeff Kinney’s hit series, this hilarious and heartfelt musical follows Greg’s quest for popularity, his friendship with Rowley, and the ever-dreaded Cheese Touch.

Price: $24 | JCC Member $22 | Day of Show $27
Group Price 10% off 10 or More

May 9 | 7:00 PM Add to Cart

May 10| 1:00 PM Add to Cart

May 10 | 4:00 PM Add to Cart

May 16 | 7:00 PM Add to Cart

May 17 | 1:00 PM Add to Cart

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Legends & Legacies - A Jewish Community Symphony Performance

Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Experience a powerful evening with the Jewish Community Symphony, opening with Mussorgsky’s dramatic Night on Bald Mountain and continuing through lyrical works by Luxemburg, Dello-Joio, Delius, and Romeo and Juliet. After intermission, acclaimed pianist Cecil Lytle joins for Mozart’s majestic Piano Concerto No. 25 and Dunchuck’s spirited Grand Tarantelle.

Price: $36

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