Pickleball Leagues

Mondays, July 7 - August 25, 2025 or Tuesdays, July 15 - September 2, 2025
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

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

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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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Sunday Funday

Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Come celebrate Family Fitness Day—a fun-filled opportunity to get active together, enjoy quality time as a family, and experience the benefits of JCC membership through exciting fitness and youth sports programs coming this fall.

Get moving with a high-energy family bootcamp, learn new skills at a pickleball clinic with a pro, and join the fun with a game of Ultimate Frisbee. It’s a great way to preview what’s ahead this fall while enjoying active time together.

Afterward, cool off at the pool party and refuel at the BBQ—fun, fitness, and food all in one place! Bring your energy, your swimsuits, and your team spirit for a day full of movement, laughter, and community. Let’s kick off the season feeling strong and connected!

Price: Free

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Sunday Funday at the J

The Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival and TuYo Theatre present the First Annual Poderosas:

Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Chula Vista Library


Through personal stories, music, and photographs, this inspiring performance honors the strength, creativity, and excellence of six remarkable local women. Poderosas invites audiences to witness the community impact of women whose work spans activism, public service, the arts, education, healing, and cultural preservation.

This year's honorees are: Jade Power Sotomayor, Diana Cornejo-Sanchez, Mary Salas, Rocina Lizarraga, Berenice Badillo, and Celina Caprio.

"Poder" means "power", "might", "ability". These six honorees are the embodiment of "poderosas": women with power.

An afternoon of joy, resilience, and orgullo. This event is a tribute to the powerful mujeres who give their all to our San Diego community.

Portraying these remarkable women are: Roxane Carrasco, Carla Navarro, Analia Romero, Erika Toraya, Hannah Trujillo, and Valeria Vega.

Pricing: Complimentary

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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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Spanish Literature

Mondays, August 11 - September 29, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
(Monday, September 1 is a holiday, class will be held Thursday September 4 at the same time.)
Lawrence Family JCC

Literary critiques are the goal of this class; to go beyond the written word and the literal meaning. Students will use critical and analytical thinking to formulate questions about the assigned text to be discussed in class. The course requires whole-class participation to master an essential component of Communication, which is interaction.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $155

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

Mondays, August 11 - September 29, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(Monday, September 1 is a holiday, class will be held Thursday September 4 at the same time.)
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

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 I

Tuesdays, August 12 - September 30, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
(Tuesday, September 23 is a holiday, class will be held Thursday September 25 at the same time.)
Lawrence Family JCC

Designed to provide students with a solid foundation of the Spanish language, this course will focus on daily greetings and basic conversation. Tailored to students with little or no background in Spanish. Take your first step towards Spanish fluency!!

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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 III

Tuesdays, August 12 - September 30, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
(Tuesday, September 23 is a holiday, class will be held Thursday September 25 at the same time.)
Lawrence Family JCC

Students will be able to use the near future tense to confidently discuss daily routine activities. Students will also learn how to use pronouns. By the end of this course, students will be able to discuss daily activities with an ample vocabulary, make comparisons, and communicate experiences using the past tense.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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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Jewish Spirit Song Jam with Adam Shames

Wednesdays, August 13, 20 & 27, 2025 | 11:30 - 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.

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: $36 | JCC Member $30

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An Evening with Jeffrey Seller

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

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Jeffrey Seller, Tony Award-winning producer of Hamilton, Rent, In the Heights, and Dear Evan Hansen. Go behind the scenes of Broadway’s biggest hits as Seller shares stories, insights, and the creative journey that reshaped American theater, while in conversation with Barry Edelstein, Artistic Director of The Old Globe. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of Broadway’s most visionary minds.

Price:
VIP Reception: Premium Seat: $88 | JCC Member Premium Seat $72
One Seat with the Book: $56 | JCC Member $45
Two Seats with the Book: $67 | JCC Member $56

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The Spice Detective

Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Lawrence Family JCC

Join Chef Yaniv, the Spice Detective, for a flavorful event exploring Middle Eastern spices. Participate in a hands on cooking demo, enjoy a live Q&A, and listen to stories revealing the vibrant world of Israeli flavors. Learn spice tips, health benefits, and culinary secrets. Perfect for food lovers and curious cooks of all levels!

Price: $42 | JCC Members: $36

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The Vav Band presents: A Tribute to Paul Simon

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

The Vav band is Congregation Beth El’s 13-piece band comprised of congregants and led by musical director Craig Parks. Each year, they present a concert honoring Jewish artists and their cultural influence. This year features Paul Simon’s music both Simon and Garfunkel and solo hits. Join us at the JCC for an unforgettable, high-energy celebration!

Price: Complimentary

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Rhythms of Wisdom

Thursday,September 4 - September 25, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us this year for a drumming class centered on gratitude. Meditate to the drumbeat, create rhythms to give thanks for the past year's blessings, and learn a Middle Eastern rhythm. Experience the joy of playing in sync and connecting with the community. No prior experience necessary; all instruments provided. Celebrate gratitude through rhythm and music.

Price: $45 | JCC Member Price: $36

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A Conversation with Hen Mazzig, Author of The Wrong Kind of Jew

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Programming generously supported by the Maury and Lillian Novak Trust and presented in partnership with the Murray Galinson San Diego Israel Initiative Join Hen Mazzig—activist, author, and founder of Mizrahi Heritage Month—for a powerful discussion on Jewish identity, inclusion, and antisemitism. A leading voice for Mizrahi Jews, Mazzig’s work reaches millions through viral campaigns and impactful storytelling. Don’t miss this chance to hear insights from his acclaimed book, The Wrong Kind of Jew, and his global advocacy. Hen will be joined in conversation by Roni Kuban, currently an MGSDII visiting professor at SDSU for Fall 2025 and renowned Israeli journalist, director, playwright and documentarian.

Price:
Premium Seating: $52 | JCC Member $45 GA Seating: $42 | JCC Member $36

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Dennis Ross

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an evening with Ambassador Dennis Ross, veteran U.S. diplomat and expert in Middle East policy. Discuss his new book, Statecraft 2.0, which explores how America can lead in a multipolar world. Gain insights on global challenges from Iran to China. A book signing will follow this timely, thought-provoking conversation.

Price:
Tier 1: Includes Statecraft 2.0, Meet & Greet, and Premium Seating: $88 | JCC Members: $72
Tier 2: Ticket Including a copy of Statecraft 2.0: $50 | JCC Members: $45
Tier 3: Ticket without Book: $25 | JCC Members: $20

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Asi Matathias: A Rising Star Violinist

Thursday, September 11, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Violinist Asi Matathias, a prodigious talent, debuted at 14 with the Israel Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta. Celebrated for his maturity and artistry, he has performed at Carnegie Hall, Berlin Philharmonie, and internationally, collaborating with renowned conductors like Yoel Levi and Eliahu Inbal, establishing himself as one of his generation’s leading violinists across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Price: Complimentary

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Gabe Fleisher, Author of Daily Political Newsletter: Wake Up to Politics

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

This program is generously sponsored by Hanna and Mark Gleiberman Join us for an exciting event with Gabe Fleisher, Gen Z journalist and founder of Wake Up To Politics. Gabe will present key political insights, followed by a dynamic discussion on today’s political climate. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a nationally recognized voice who’s reshaping political journalism for a new generation.

Price: $24 | JCC Member $22 | Student $20

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