Senior Department 

The Senior Adult Department of the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center promotes Jewish cultural heritage and values by providing social, educational, and recreational programs. Through these programs, we strengthen our connections to our community and keep alive our history and traditions. The Senior Adult Program encourages us to learn, grow and enrich our lives among others who share our values.

For more information on the events listed below, contact the JCC Senior Department team:
Melanie Rubin - melanier@lfjcc.org or 858.362.1141
Alyssa Micklos - alyssam@lfjcc.org or 858.362.1136

 

Senior Department Programs

To see all upcoming events at the JCC, visit: https://www.lfjcc.org/about/upcoming_events.aspx

 

Intermediate Spanish

Monday, April 3, 2023, THEN Thursdays, April 13, 2023 - May 11, 2023 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Garb Senior Activity Center
Lawrence Family JCC

This class will introduce further verb tenses, more vocabulary and structures that can be used in different situations. This course is designed for students who have some understanding of Spanish.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Contact Alyssa Micklos at alyssam@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.

Price: $130 | JCC Members: $110 (book is additional cost)

Intermediate Spanish Add to Cart


Beginner's Spanish

Monday, April 3, 2023, THEN Thursdays, April 13 - May 11, 2023 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Garb Senior Activity Center
Lawrence Family JCC

Designed to provide 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.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Contact Alyssa Micklos at alyssam@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.

Price: $130 | JCC Members: $110 (book is additional cost)

Beginner's Spanish


Spanish Conversation

Tuesdays, April 4, 2023 - May 9, 2023 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Virtual: (Zoom link will be sent to registered students prior to first class)

Using advanced grammatical points, practice, improve, and acquire confidence using Spanish vocabulary. Topics include: genres of music, literature, history, current events and Indigenous Hispanic American societies.

Instructor: Luz Toledano.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Contact Alyssa Micklos at alyssam@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.


Price: $130 | JCC Member Price: $110

Spanish Conversation


Intergenerational Passover Celebration


Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Nierman Preschool Courtyard

Come join our friends from the Nierman Preschool for a Passover celebration! We will have Passover related activities in the preschool courtyard to celebrate the holiday.

Price: Free

Intergenerational Passover Celebration Add to Cart


Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection: Holocaust Songs

Thursdays, April 27, May 11, and June 1, 2023 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Astor Judaica Library
LawrenceFamily JCC

Once a month, Eileen Wingard and other music enthusiasts highlight materials from the Samuel & Rebecca Astor Judaica Library’s Music Collection. This series will highlight songs from the Holocaust.

Price: Free

Songs of the Ghettos: April 27 Add to Cart

Songs of Terezin: May 11 Add to Cart

Songs of Refugees: June 1 Add to Cart


Senior Lounge


Meets Weekly
April: Mondays | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
May: Fridays | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
June: Wednesdays | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm


Jack and Jo-Ann Jaffe Family Senior Lounge
Lawrence Family JCC

Spend time with old friends and make new ones in our weekly chats in the Senior Lounge!
Days/times change monthly.

Price: Free

Senior Lounge: April - Mondays at 2 PM Add to Cart

Senior Lounge: May - Fridays at 10 AM Add to Cart

Senior Lounge: June - Wednesdays at 1:30 PM Add to Cart


Lunch & Learn: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia

Monday, May 8, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC or Virtual

Join us to learn the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s stages and risk facts, current research and available treatments, and ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help. Lunch will be provided. Caregivers and family members are welcome, too!

Price: FREE

Lunch & Learn: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia Add to Cart


JCC Retirement Academy

Thursdays, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Fridays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, or Sundays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

The Retirement Academy, a cohort-based experience, explores life after work for those recently retired or preparing to retire. Retire on your own terms through experiential learning from top-notch educators and professionals, social programming, and a robust alumni network. Three cohorts will be taking this 10-week program starting in May

Special Inaugural Price: $360
Financial assistance is available.

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Jewish Poets-Jewish Voices: Poets of the Past

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Astor Judaica Library
LawrenceFamily JCC

As part of the 15th season, this program will feature the poetry of Italian-Jewish Holocaust Survivor, Primo Levi and Ukrainian-born, Bronx-based Yiddish poet, Bertha Kling

Price: Free

Jewish Poets-Jewish Voices: Poets of the Past Add to Cart


Newcomers & Not-so-Newcomers Meeting

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 10:30 - 11:30 am
In Person
Lawrence Family JCC

New to San Diego, our JCC, or looking to meet people? Kickstart new friendships as we get to know each other, learn about what the JCC offers, and make community connections.

Price: Free

Newcomers & Not-so-Newcomers Meeting Add to Cart