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Adult Basketball Leagues

Monday (55+) League: June 9th - August 25th | Draft on May 19th
Thursday (40+) League: May 22nd - August 28th, draft on May 15th
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

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Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival Presents:

The Jewish Community of Syria through the Generations

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Congregation Adat Yeshurun La Jolla

An immersive experience of Syrian Jewish culture with delicious food, stories of San Diego families from the region, history, and live music. Traditionally from Aleppo and Damascus, currently there are large Syrian Jewish enclaves in Brooklyn, New York, and in Deal, New Jersey – and they are one of the most fascinating and strongest communities that greatly value their culture and history. They also enjoy a rich musical tradition stemming from the Iberian Peninsula, that blends traditional Jewish texts with melodies of the region.

Featuring stories and history from educators Mickey Abraham and Rachel Tawil Abraham, Haia R’nana Bchiri, and musicians Fouad Sawa and Danny Myers.

Pricing
$75 (includes full dinner and beverages)

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Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do

Monday, June 16, 2025 | 7:30 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

One of the most critically hailed comedians of his generation, Alex Edelman is best known for solo shows that blur the line between his stand-up comedy roots and narrative-driven storytelling. His last offering, JUST FOR US, played more than 500 performances all over the world, including on Broadway before premiering as an HBO original comedy special in April of 2024 earning him a place on the Time 100 list, a Tony Award, and an Emmy award. Edelman appeared in Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut for Netflix, UNFROSTED.

Pricing Tiers:
Tier 1: *SOLD OUT* (includes pre-show meet and greet with Alex Edelman)
Tier 2: $60
Tier 3: $40

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Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival Presents:

Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | 7:30 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

One of the most critically hailed comedians of his generation, Alex Edelman is best known for solo shows that blur the line between his stand-up comedy roots and narrative-driven storytelling. His last offering, JUST FOR US, played more than 500 performances all over the world, including on Broadway before premiering as an HBO original comedy special in April of 2024 earning him a place on the Time 100 list, a Tony Award, and an Emmy award. Edelman appeared in Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut for Netflix, UNFROSTED.

Pricing Tiers:
Tier 1: $80 (includes pre-show meet and greet with Alex Edelman)
Tier 2: $60
Tier 3: $40

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Summer Fun Nights

Thursdays, June 19 - August 21 , 2025 | 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Friedenberg Olympic Pool
Lawrence Family JCC

Summer Fun Nights are back! Discover the joy of spending time with friends and family during our upcoming Summer Family Fun Nights at the pool. Connect with your JCC community during the twilight hours with a combination of music, delicious food, and fun at the pool. Designed for families with children of all ages, these fun-filled laid back evenings are the perfect way to create summer memories at the J.

Price: $10 | Free for JCC Members

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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

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Jewish Short Play Festival

Monday, June 23, 2025 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

After a successful debut, the Jewish Short Play Festival returns with more laughter, drama, and thought-provoking themes! Celebrating local and beyond, this year's festival features short plays performed by San Diego's brightest actors. Directed by Debra Wanger, the event explores themes of identity and tradition in contemporary Jewish life. Don't miss this community-driven celebration of talent and storytelling.

Price: $24 | JCC Members: $22
Day Of: $29 | JCC Members: $27

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Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for a spectacular celebration of local music! The Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra (TICO) continues its golden anniversary with three thrilling concerts featuring outstanding soloists. Don't miss this exciting milestone season!

JUNE 24, 2025

GLINKA: Russlan and Ludmilla Overture

HANDEL: Water Music Suite

MONCAYO: Huapango

GEORGE E. SCOTT: Anne Frank, Portrait of a Young Girl

For chorus and Orchestra

TCHAIKOVSKY: Capriccio Italien

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

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 10:30 am
Various Locations Around San Diego

Explore San Diego's Jewish history like never before with esteemed educator Dr. Joellyn Zollman. Discover landmarks like Rose Canyon and Temple Beth Israel, as Joellyn shares rich insights into the city's Jewish heritage. Join us for a walkable journey through these historical sites, but please consider your comfort with light exercise and occasional hills when registering for these engaging sessions.

Shalomaland: A Walking Tour of San Diego's Jewish History | Salk Institute for Biological Studies (La Jolla)
Wednesday, June 25 | 10:30am-12:00pm

For this final class session, we journey to the Salk Institute, a renowned scientific research facility established by Jonas Salk with significant ties to the Jewish community. During this tour, we will explore the institute's architecture - constructed by Louis Kahn - and the many contributions to science over the years.


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

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Schmooze Room Social Hour

Wednesdays | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

The Schmooze Room Social Hour is a weekly opportunity to get together and provides stimulating programs for the mind and body.

Price: Free

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Shabbat by the Sea

Friday, June 27, July 18, August 8, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Leichtag Commons
441 Saxony Rd
Encinitas, CA 92024

This summer, join us for Shabbat by the Sea, a three-part Friday night series that brings the community together to welcome Shabbat in a beautiful outdoor setting at Leichtag Commons. Surrounded by nature and guided by tradition, we’ll gather to reflect, connect, and celebrate what makes Shabbat special. Bring your smile and sweater (we are sitting outdoors) —we’ll provide the rest **Shabbat dinner will be a home cooked vegetarian meal**

Evening Themes & Dates:

Friday, June 27: Rosh Hodesh – Moon Circle
Celebrate the start of a new Jewish month under the rising moon. We’ll gather in a moon circle, welcoming both Rosh Hodesh and Shabbat with music, reflection, and connection to lunar rhythms.

Friday, July 18: The Beauty of the Shabbat Table
Why is the Shabbat table so central to Jewish life? Learn how simple rituals and intentional aesthetics can elevate your Friday night meal into a sacred experience.

Friday, August 8: How Music Shapes Shabbat
From ancient melodies to modern niggunim, music is a key part of the Shabbat experience. Join us to explore how song deepens connection, joy, and spiritual presence.

Price: $25 per person | $18 for JCC Members and Military
Buy all 3: Save $5 off the total series

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Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival and California Center for the Arts Escondido Theatricals Present:

There’s a Place for Us – A Celebration of Jewish Broadway Composers

Monday, June 30, 2025 | 7:30 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Broadway's greatest melodies take center stage in There's a Place for Us, a dazzling new musical revue honoring the legendary Jewish composers and lyricists who shaped the American musical theater. From Broadway’s Golden Age, with the contributions of the Gershwins, Irving Berlin and Richard Rodgers that uplifted a country at war— to the brilliance of Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim up to the contemporary genius of Stephen Schwartz, this concert co-produced by JFest and CCAE Theatricals showcases the unforgettable music that has inspired generations of theatergoers.

Through stirring performances and insightful narration, There's a Place for Us explores the cultural and historical impact of Jewish artists on Broadway, weaving together beloved songs from West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof, Funny Girl, South Pacific, and many more. A tribute to resilience, creativity, and the power of storytelling, this production is a joyous and poignant celebration of the voices that still give Broadway its heart and soul.

Pricing Tiers:
Tier 1: $50
Tier 2: $36
Tier 3: $25

To purchase tickets for the June 29th performance at California Center of the Arts Theatricals, Escondido, Click Here

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Daniel Silva: New York Times Bestselling Author of An Inside Job

Monday, July 21, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva as he discusses his highly anticipated new thriller, An Inside Job. Known for his acclaimed Gabriel Allon series and masterful storytelling, Silva will share insight into the inspiration and intrigue behind the novel. Each ticket includes a copy, and the event concludes with a book signing.

Price:
JCC Member (Includes One Copy of An Inside Job): $36
JCC Member Couple Rate (Two Tickets, One Copy of An Inside Job): $42
General Admission (Includes One Copy of An Inside Job): $42
Couple Rate (Two Tickets, One Copy of An Inside Job): $48

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