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 events listed below, contact Melanie Rubin in the JCC Senior Department: 858.362.1141 or melanier@lfjcc.org.

 

Senior Department Programs

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 Add to Cart

May 29 Add to Cart


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 Add to Cart


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 Add to Cart


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 Add to Cart


San Diego College of Continuing Education - Emeritus Classes

Spring Semester runs February 1- June 10, 2023. Click here for the schedule and to register, or for help with registration contact the Outreach Department at 619.388.1285. College Admin. staff will be at the JCC for drop-in assistance with registration on Tuesday, January 31 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm and Friday, February 3 from 9:00-11:00 am. Many Emeritus classes meet virtually; some are in person or a mixed modality. The following classes will be held in person at the Lawrence Family JCC for Spring Semester.