Adult Education

Your learning shouldn't end when you receive your diploma. The JCC offers activities and courses that foster learning and personal growth for adults of all ages. You'll find a place where you can discuss Jewish literature with your peers, learn about wellness issues from an expert or take a beginning Hebrew class. Attend a movie and discussion group or dialogue with a local rabbi on a topic of spiritual interest. Most classes are open to both members and non-members.

Calendar

Classes & Events:

A Day at the JCC"s Camp Yofi
Relive your camp days at the JCC's Camp Yofi in the San Bernardino Mountains. Meet the campers, go canoeing in Jenks Lake, enjoy archery, arts and crats, camp songs, lunch and canteen. Bus departs at 8:30 am and returns at 6:30 pm

Adult Art and Crafts Camp: Mosaics
Learn the art of masaic and create a wonderful piece of art

Adult Arts and Crafts Camp: Collage
Join Lynn Kaplan and makes a beautiful collage

Adult Horticulture Camp
A day at Sherman Gardens with gourmet lunch at Pascal's. You will be driven to Sherman Gardens and Library for a 10 am docent tour of the beautiful gardens followed by a gourmet lunch at Pascals surrounded by this beautiful relaxing environment.

Art Class: Mixed Media Art Class Mon (eve)
In this 3 hour class for students of all levels, you will learn skills required for painting in acrylic and mixed media, including layering, texturing, opaque and transparent techniques and collage. Space is limited! Bring your own materials and canvas.

Art Class: Mixed Media Painting Class Tues
Mixed media painting, bring your own materials and canvas. No class June 10

Art Class: Sculpture
Sculpture class with Lynn Kaplan

Art class:Mixed Media Painting Class Mon (day)
This 3 hour class for students of all levels, you will learn skills required for painting in acrylic and mixed media, including layering, texturing, opaque and transparent techniques and collage. Bring your own materials and canvas.

Art Walk in Laguna Beach
Artist Lynne Kaplan is our guide for this walking tour of the finest Laguna Beach art galleries where you will see modern, traditional and abstract artworks in a variety of media. Many of the galleries serve hor d'oeuvres and wine and provide live entertainment. The JCC bus departs at 5:30 pm and drops us off at the Laguna Art Museum and returns at 9 pm Register by 8/4

Bridge: Drop In Bridge
Bring a partner and meet others to play bridge

Conversational Hebrew I
Conversational Hebrew I

Conversational Hebrew II
Conversational Hebrew II

Dance: Learn to Dance Like the Stars: Rumba
Learn to dance, have fun , socialize and burn calories. All levels welcome.

Dance: Learn to Dance Like the Stars: Waltz
Learn to dance, have fun , socialize and burn calories. All levels welcome.

Gentle Yoga (ongoing)
This gentle approach to yoga is ideal for helping to experience the benefits of increased flexibility, improved circulation and energy. Bring your own yoga mat. JCC fitness members: no charge. Sr. Ambassadors: monthly fees due the first week of the month - $12/month for 1 class weekly and $24/month for 2 classes weekly.

Jewish LIterature: Alibi
Book discussion group Alibi by Joseph Kanon

Jewish Literature: Murder in Jerusalem
Book discussion group: Murder in Jerusalem by Batya Gur

Jewish Literature: People of the Book
Book discussion group People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks

Jewish LIterature: The Man in the White Sharkskin Suit
Book discussion group Author: Lucette Lagnado

Jewish Literature: The Tattoed Girl
Book discussion group: The Tattooed Girl by Joyce Carol Oates

Jewish Literature: Treacherous Alliance
Book discussion group: Treacherous Alliance: The Secret Dealings of Israel, Iran and the United States by Trita Parsi

Mah Jongg Tournament and Lunch
Join the fun of our Mah Jongg Tournament. All levels welcome with beginner and advanced tables available. Socialize with old friends, meet new people and enjoy a light delicious kosher lunch. Register by Aug 12

Mah Jongg: Drop In Mah Jongg
Join in our weekly game. Come with friends or meet new people. We welcome anyone interested in joining our friendly growing group. All levels welcome.

Men's Club At The J
This men's club encourages the intellectual, recreational and social bonding of our community. Meet other people with common interests. A variety of programs and activities are developed by the Men's Club.

Men's Club Monthly Wine Tasting
Gents if you love wine, this is not to be missed. Tuesday July TBD RSVP required to Sid Field at 949 464-9939 or bacchus1961@cox.net

Men's Social Poker
Ongoing

Newport Harbor Adult Adventure Camp
Lunch on a Duffy Boat Harbor Tour JCC bus will transport you to and from the J. Price includes transportation, lunch and boat tour.

News and Views
This class is for everyone who loves to discuss current events and the news. Come debate and discuss loyal and world issues in an interactive format where participation is encouraged. JCC Members Only- Ongoing

Shabbat Under the Stars
Join us for a wonderful Summer Shabbat Dinner under the stars! Start with singing and blessings then enjoy an evening of fressing (eating) and schmoozing

The View: A Weekly Discussion for Women of All Ages
Distinctive women, different viewpoints. Come for coffee and conversation and share your ideas while discussing topics of interest to women. Ongoing

Wellness Talks: A Good Night's Sleep
UCI Senor Helath Pharmacist, Dr. Tatyana Gurvich will discuss some things older adults can do to get a good night's sleep. In her lecture, she will provide tips on how to manage insomnia with and without medication: prescription and non prescription sleep remedies.

Wellness Talks: Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss: Detection, Diagnosis and Intervention by Dr. Hamid Djalilian.There are ways to compensate for age related hearing loss. Learn the caues of hearing loss and the strategies to help people hear and communicate more easily, including the use of hearing aids and cochlear implants.