Pickleball Leagues

Intermediate Pickleball League: Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm, 8 Weeks, April 14 - June 2
Advanced Pickleball League: Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm, 8 Weeks, April 15 - June 3

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)

Intermediate Pickleball League: Tuesdays | Recommended Skill Level: 2.5-3.5
Advanced 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.

Advanced Latin American Literature

Weekly on Mondays | April 27 - June 15 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Due to the holiday on May 25, class will be held that week on Thursday, May 29
Lawrence Family JCC

Students explore major Latin American literary texts and movements from the nineteenth century to the present through close analysis of prose, poetry, and essays. The course emphasizes historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts, critical reading, literary analysis, and advanced oral expression in Spanish, featuring authors such as Rubén Darío, Jorge Luis Borges, Gabriel García Márquez, Julio Cortázar, and Mario Vargas Llosa.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $155
*Security fee will be applied at checkout

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.

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Intermediate Spanish II

Weekly on Mondays | April 27 - June 15 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Due to the holiday on May 25, class will be held that week on Thursday, May 29
Lawrence Family JCC

This continuation course strengthens essential speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Students practice real-world communication through peer activities, presentations, and everyday scenarios. Emphasis is placed on developing listening and speaking fluency while engaging with colloquial Spanish. Key topics include preterit and imperfect tenses, reflexive verbs and commands, and an introduction to the subjunctive mood.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $155
*Security fee will be applied at checkout

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.

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Spanish Beginners II

Weekly on Tuesdays (8-Week Course) | April 28 - June 16 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Students will review and expand Spanish structures, develop formal vocabulary, and improve oral skills. They'll explore Hispanic culture and literature through short stories and videos. Key components include grammar, vocabulary, language awareness, and participation. Practicing and understanding Spanish in class is a vital part of this course.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $155
*Security fee will be applied at checkout

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.

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Intermediate Spanish I

Weekly on Tuesdays | April 28 - June 16 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Classwork will include practical real-life situations such as being able to explain your symptoms to a doctor, haggling over prices in a market, inviting a friend to a movie, and retelling past experiences. Dialogues and visual stimuli will engage students and provide a backdrop for meaningful conversations between student and teacher, and between fellow students!

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $155
*Security fee will be applied at checkout

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.

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Let's Get Straight To It - Speak Hebrew from Day One

Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 28 - May 26, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Start Speaking Hebrew – Beginner Course for Adults (18+)
Have you been thinking about learning Hebrew but didn’t know where to start?
This is your moment.

Join our 8-session Hebrew mini-course, meeting twicea week, designed for adult beginners, where you’ll start speaking Hebrew from your very first class in a warm, supportive, and engaging environment.

Build confidence, connect with others, and take your first steps into the Hebrew language one conversation at a time.

Let’s Get Straight to the point, you’re here to speak Hebrew!

Price: $185 | JCC Members $155

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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: $20 per family | $16 Members per family

Little Mensches - Grandparents and Seniors Event | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | 1:00 PM | Lawrence Family JCC - Nierman Preschool Playground
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Rhythms of Wisdom

Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Experience a joyful drumming class blending global rhythms with Jewish tradition. Explore beats like Samba and Beledi, create grounding rhythms, and improvise in a playful, supportive space. Reflect on Jewish teachings and spiritual themes, connecting rhythm with holidays and wisdom. No experience needed; all instruments provided. Come as you are and let rhythm guide your journey.

Price: $45 | JCC Member Price: $36

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Jewish Spirit Song Jam with Adam Shames

Thursdays, May 7, May 14, & May 21 2026 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Join song leader Adam Shames for an interactive session of live music, creative expression, and community singing. With guitar in hand, Adam will guide a joyful mix of classic and contemporary Jewish songs in Hebrew and English. Bring your voice, instruments, and rhythm makers - or use ours - as we sing, drum, and improvise together. Limited to 24 participants.

Price: $36 | JCC Members $30

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Adult Basketball Leagues

Monday (50+) League: May 11th - August 10th, Draft May 4th
Thursday (30+) League: May 7th - August 20th, Draft April 30th
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

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Kids Night Out, Parents' Night Off (Ages 5-10 years Old)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Enjoy a well-deserved night out while your kids have a blast with us! Our Kids’ Night Out includes games, crafts, engaging activities, pizza for dinner, and we’ll cap off the evening with a special performance of Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical, Jr.

*Please note all 5 year old participants must be currently enrolled in a TK program and be fully potty trained

Price: $50 | JCC Member $42
Kindly note this program is subject to cancellation if less than 10 children register.

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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
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Pride in the Tribe Goes to Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical, Jr.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 6:50 pm pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Join Pride in the Tribe at the JCC for Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical, Jr. LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18) will see the show together, making friends while enjoying Greg Heffley’s hilarious middle school struggles. From the Cheese Touch to friendship drama, it’s a heartfelt celebration of growing up, finding your community, and surviving school.

Price: $10

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MANDELBAUM FAMILY LECTURE SERIES: From Kaifeng to Jerusalem: China’s Encounter with Jewish Civilization

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 10:30 AM
Coronado Public Library | Winn Room
640 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118

In this concluding lecture of the Mandelbaum Family Lecture Series, Professor Xu Xin - one of China’s foremost scholars of Jewish studies - offers a compelling exploration of Jewish history, culture, and identity through a Chinese lens. Drawing on decades of scholarship, he examines historic communities in Kaifeng and Shanghai, the resonance of Jewish resilience, and the evolution of China–Israel relations. The talk also highlights growing academic exchange, innovation partnerships, and contemporary Chinese perspectives on Israel as a “start-up nation.”

Price: Complimentary

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Frontier | 36th Annual SDIJFF Mid-season Screening

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

1943. Franco has sealed the path of Jews fleeing Nazi persecution across the Pyrenees. At a border crossing in a small village, Manel Grau, a civil servant with a Republican past, chooses to defy his superiors and help refugees cross into safety.

Price: $20 | JCC Member $17

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Grand Pal Social

Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Keep the magic going after the Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical Jr! Grandparents and grandkids can socialize, play on the playground, get creative with crafts, and meet the cast for fun photos and memorable moments together.

Price Per Family up to 4 people : $12 | JCC Member $10 show).
Price does not include admission to Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical Jr.

Price for Additional Attendee – Grand Pals Social Event (After 4): $3 | JCC Members $2
You can add an additional person after the product is in your cart, during checkout.

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MÜV Meditation & Prenatal Music Stimulation

Monday (6 -Week Session) | May 19, 26, June 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2026 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Shalom Baby Room

MUV meditation and prenatal music stimulation is a unique experience which nurtures both mother and baby, offering a space to slow down, listen inward, and build a connection you will cherish forever. Through gentle movement, music, and guided meditation, moms are invited to relax, connect, and create meaningful moments with their baby during this special time of pregnancy. Facilitated by Maya Kanarek of Rhythm & Bloom. For expectant moms at 19+ weeks.

Introductory Price: $225 | Members: $200

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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.

May 19: Featured poets: David Chait, Betzy Lynch, Donna Rolfe; open mic.
Price: Complimentary

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On The Town Year End Concert & Senior Showcase

Wednesday, May 27 2026 | 6:00PM
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for our On the Town Ambassador Concert and Senior Send-Off, celebrating the close of our season! Enjoy an evening of musical theatre, featuring our Senior Showcase and the official reveal of our 34th season. Come celebrate the incredible On the Town Ambassadors and be among the first to discover what’s ahead!

Price: $22 | JCC Member $20

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Easy, Breezy, Tel Aviv-y: Adeena Sussman

Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Congregation Beth Am
5050 Del Mar Heights Road | San Diego, CA 92130

Join us for a delicious evening with Adeena Sussman! Adeena will share stories, recipes, and the flavors behind her culinary journey, in conversation with Debbie Kornberg, of SPICE + LEAF. Adeena is here with her new book: Zariz: 100 Easy, Breezy, Tel Aviv-y Recipes.

Presented in partnership with Congregation Beth Am

Price:
Premium Ticket – Includes Book + Meet & Greet: $56 | Member $45
Ticket – Includes Book: $36 | Member $30
Ticket – No Book: $24 | JCC Members: $20

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The Jewish Short Play Festival

Monday, June 1, 2026 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Now in its third year, the Jewish Short Play Festival returns with an engaging mix of humor, drama, and thought-provoking storytelling. Showcasing talented actors and playwrights from San Diego and beyond, this community-driven event explores themes of identity, tradition, and contemporary Jewish life. Directed by Debra Wanger, the festival celebrates creativity, connection, and the power of short-form theatre

Price: $25 | JCC Members: $20

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The 17th Women of Valor

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 7:30 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

JFest’s signature performance honors 6 incredible San Diego Jewish women. An inspiring and uplifting celebration with stories, songs, images, and inspiration.

This years’ honorees are: Ruth Broudy, Rhonda Fink, Kira Finkenberg, Sharyn Goodson, Karen Parry, Debby Stauber

Ruth Broudy is principal for San Diego’s Jewish Girls High School, Torah High School, former Manager of Docents Program at SD Museum of Art, and a longtime educator and administrator in San Diego schools.
Rhona Fink is a family medicine physician and an active member and volunteer in the San Diego Jewish community.
Kira Finkenberg is the owner and founder of The Kira Co, a concert marketing and event company. She is also active in the San Diego Jewish community, serving on the board of six different organizations.
Sharyn Goodson is the Senior Vice President of Philanthropy at the Jewish Community Foundation San Diego. She has held previous positions at the Leichtag Foundation, Impact Cubed, and Jewish Family Service of San Diego.
Karen Parry is the CEO of Hillel San Diego – a multi-campus Hillel that supports Jewish life at UCSD, SDSU, Cal State San Marcos, and USD. Several of the students she serves will also be honored as part of this year’s Woman of Valor.
Debby Stauber is a resident of Seacrest Village, a former Rebbetzin and longtime Judaics teacher at Temple Beth Shalom in Chula Vista, and a Holocaust survivor.

Written by Ali Viterbi with Sarah Price Keating, Rebecca Myers, and Todd Salovey
Directed by Ali Viterbi and Todd Salovey

Pricing Tiers:
Tier 1: $54
Tier 2: $36
Tier 3: $25

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Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection

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

Jewish Holidays:
Music of Yom Yerushalayim, June 4, 2026, Special guest: Jerusalem-born Sari Esserman

Price: Complimentary

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Emperor - A Jewish Community Symphony Performance

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

Experience an electrifying evening with the Jewish Community Symphony. From Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain to the serene beauty of Delius, the program spans drama and lyricism. Pianist Stephanie Weaver Yankee takes center stage for Beethoven’s triumphant Piano Concerto No. 5, closing the concert with bold, exhilarating power.

Price: $36

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