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

Jewish Poets - Jewish Voices


Tuesday, March 4 & May 6 | 7:00 PM
Astor Judaica Library
Lawrence Family JCC

Celebrate the 17th season of Jewish Poets-Jewish Voices! Experience an enriching evening as three talented local poets, handpicked by the JP-JV committee, share their compelling presentations. Following their performances, indulge in a half hour of open mic, where you're invited to share your own voice. Join us for a captivating night filled with spoken word and moments of introspection.

Price: Complimentary

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Special Grandparent-Grandchild Day gathering after the Moana Show


Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC Playground

Grandparents, treat your grandchild to an extra-special day of music, adventure, and play! Add on this exclusive experience to your Moana Jr. show and create unforgettable memories together.

Price: $15 per family

What’s Included:
Special snacks and drinks just for grandparents and grandkids
A chance to meet the talented Moana Jr. actors after the show

Quality time on the playground—watch your grandkids run, play, and have fun!
Extend the fun beyond the show—add this magical experience to your tickets today!

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Spanish for Communication


Mondays, March 24 - May 12, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

In a highly interactive and lively classroom environment, students will continue to develop their comfort level in speaking and understanding Spanish. Interactions will consist of learning about Hispanic hobbies, household chores, real-life pressures, etc. Exploring and discussing Hispanic American and Spanish culture will serve as a vehicle to exercise the grammar topics learned throughout the course.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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Beginners Spanish III


Mondays, March 24 - May 12, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Students will learn to discuss the near future, daily activities, and past experiences with confidence. They’ll master pronouns for known information, expand vocabulary, make comparisons, and communicate effectively using the past tense.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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Spanish Conversation


Tuesdays, March 25 - May 13, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Participants practice, improve, and acquire confidence using their Spanish vocabulary with advanced grammatical points. Topics will be discussed from specific genres in literature, history, music, economic issues, social processes, indigenous American societies, arts, and current events from Latin America and Spain.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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Beginners Spanish II


Tuesdays, March 25 - May 13, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Lawrence Family JCC

Students will learn to discuss the near future, daily activities, and past experiences with confidence. They’ll master pronouns for known information, expand vocabulary, make comparisons, and communicate effectively using the past tense.

New students will receive an assessment prior to enrollment.

Price: $185 | JCC Member Price: $150

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Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection


Thursdays, April 3 & June 5, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Astor Judaica Library
Lawrence Family JCC

Step into the rich tapestry of Jewish musical heritage with Eileen Wingard and a community of music aficionados as they showcase and appreciate iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library’s Jewish music collection.

April 3: Jewish Holiday Music- Pesach Music
June 5: Jewish Holiday Music- Shavuot Music

Price: Complimentary

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JCC Retirement Academy


Tuesdays, April 29 - June 17, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Lawrence Family JCC
The Retirement Academy is your guide to turning retirement dreams into reality. Led by experienced coaches, our 8-week program is your personal toolkit for embracing this exciting new phase. Whether you’re fresh off of a job or just thinking about retirement, we’re here to help you create a life filled with purpose, passion, and connection.

Price: $400 | JCC Member: $360
Financial assistance is available

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Retirement Academy


Schmooze Room Social Hour


Wednesdays | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

The Schmooze Room Social Hour is a weekly opportunity to get together and provides stimulating programs for the mind and body.

Price: Free

Schmooze Room Social Hour


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.