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
Click here for the San Diego College of Continuing Education Emeritus Classes held at the JCC. To see all upcoming events at the JCC, visit: https://www.lfjcc.org/about/upcoming_events.aspx
Spanish Conversation
Tuesdays, May 21 - July 9, 2024 | 12:30 - 2:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC
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 Melanie at melanier@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.
Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150
Spanish Conversation
Beginner's Spanish I
Tuesdays, May 21-July 9, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm
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. Take your first step towards Spanish today!
New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.
Contact Melanie at melanier@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.
Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150 (book is additional cost)
Beginner's Spanish I
Senior Social Hour
Wednesdays | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC
Spend time with old friends and make new ones in our weekly chats on various topics. Advanced registration requested. Resgerister below or email the Senior Dept. at melanier@lfjcc.org the date(s) you plan on attending.
Price: Free
May 22
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May 29
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Beginners Spanish II
Thursdays, May 23 - July 11, 2024 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC
This class is for the more advanced beginner. Designed to provide a solid foundation of the Spanish language, this course will focus on daily greetings and basic conversation.
New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.
Contact Alyssa at alyssam@lfjcc.org for an assessment appointment and to inquire if space is available in the class.
Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150 (book is additional cost)
Beginners Spanish II
Sizzling Summer Grooves: Drum Jam with Refreshing Rhythms
Monday, June 3 & 10 ,2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Lawrence Family JCC
Immerse yourself in the world of percussion, where vibrant rhythms like Samba & Ajaja await, alongside a refreshing experience with rain sticks and ocean drums. Craft personalized, relaxing rhythms to enjoy on your own, with or without instruments. No prior drumming experience necessary. Instruments provided by instructor Galit Shezifi. RSVP by May 24
Price: $40 | JCC Member Price: $32
Sizzling Summer Grooves: Drum Jam with Refreshing Rhythms
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Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection: Beloved Voices
Thursday, February 22, 2024: Music of Theodore Bikel | 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Thursday, April 4, 2024: Music of Debbie Friedman| 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Thursday, June 6, 2024: Music of Cantor Sheldon Merel | 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Astor Judaica Library
Lawrence Family JCC
Join Eileen Wingard and other music enthusiasts as they showcase iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library's Jewish music collection.
Price: Free
June 6 | Music of Cantor Sheldon Merel
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San Diego County Fair: Let's Go Retro! Field Trip
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC
Summertime means it's Fair Time! From shopping deals to unusual foods, creative carvings in wood, swine races, thrill rides, and rocks that glow in the dark; there's so much to see and do! RSVP by June 12.
Price: Price: $25 | JCC Member: $20 (transportation from JCC and admission to fair are included)
San Diego County Fair: Let's Go Retro! Field Trip
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