GOING, GOING GREEN!
Join us for two programs that might just help the environment!
Too Much Trash!
Monday, June 2 - 2:00 pm
Global Warming
Monday, June 23 - 2:00 pm
Jewish Book Club
Join our group that explores a different book each month.
What's eating you?: Part 2
A Stay Fit For Life Program
Tuesday, June 3 • 7:00 pm
Discover the "Art of Mindful Eating" with techniques that help you achieve permanent weight loss.
For more information, call 650.378.2790.
Free for Center Members
Questions?
Do you have any questions about any classes, events or gatherings? If so, please contact one of the following representatives.
Adult & Older Adults Programs
- olderadult@pjcc.org
- Phone: 650.378.2722
Classes
Learn. Explore.
At the PJCC, we offer classes and workshops every month for all ages and interests.
Jewish Culture Classes
Want to learn Hebrew? Increase your Yiddish vocabulary? Check out some of our Jewish education classes.
Wellness Classes
in partnership with Kaiser Permanente
Take advantage of this series of classes spanning different health and nutrition topics.
Bridge
Learn the current basics of bridge with an emphasis on bidding and play of the hand.
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Crazy for Clay!
Learn and develop techniques for sculpting clay in an intimate studio setting where you'll receive personal attention. You will learn hand-building techniques and explore your own personal and creative expressions. No experience necessary. Additional $20 materials fee payable upon enrollment. This fee covers firing, clay, glazes and tools. This is a great class to take with a child ten years old and older.
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Diabetes Nutrition
Receive a general overview of type 2 diabetes and learn the essentials of nutrition of this growing epidemic. This lecture by Brenda Allison-Fay R.D., presented in partnership with Kaiser-Permanente, is presented free of charge for the entire community. Pre-registration is suggested. Call either the PJCC at 650-212-7522 or Paul Munda at Kaiser, 650-299-4991.
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EZ Bay: How to Buy & Sell on E-Bay
This four-week class shows how easy it is to learn the ins and outs of E-Bay. Learn the the techniques necessary to get the best bargain when you buy. Experience hands-on bidding on unusual items in class. When you sell, learn how to maximize the price for your valuables. Classroom activity includes listing items to sell. No guarantee is made that listed items will sell during the 4-week session. Instructor Al Brown has been successfully training seniors to buy and sell on EBay at the Redwood City Senior Center for the past year. Professionally he was a social worker at JCCs in Tucson and San Francisco.
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ICC's Bollywood Dance Adults
The India Community Center is proud to offer its popular Bollywood Dance class at the PJCC. The class consists of various Indian and Western dance forms inspired by the Bollywood (Indian film) industry. A typical Bollywood Dance class covers the following styles: Indian film moves that are more lyrical and expression-based, traditional Indian folk dance steps (Bhangra, Garba, etc.) and Western dance styles like jazz, hip-hop, funk, etc. Students will learn basic rhythm in this class which incorporates fundamental moves and builds confidence. Experience Ultimate Bollywood in a simple yet enjoyable way. For more information about ICC's Bollywood Dance Program log on to www.IndiaCC.org.
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Introduction to Email
Learn how to set up and use an email account to communicate with family and friends, near and far. Discussion will include different types of email programs including Outlook and internet-baset email.
Instructor: Cindy Wood is a trainer and consultant with Computer Literacy Enterprises. She has a B.A. in Computer Science from UC Berkeley.
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Let Me Hold Your Hand: Internet Dating
This fun, supportive, and very informative class will answer your questions and help you to move beyond your resistance to Internet dating. You will find out how to pick a match site appropriate for you, write a compelling personal profile, and create safe boundaries for screening, contacting and meeting.
Instructor: Evie Belove, MA has been a Transpersonal Therapist and Certified Hypnotherapist in private practice for over 22 years. She is an Internet dating coach and teaches classes throughout the Bay Area.
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Nutrition During Pregnancy
Learn the essentials of nutrition during the first, second and third trimester. How much calcium, iron and other nutrients do you need? What's the latest with mercury, listeria and caffeine? This interactive lecture is open to women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, as well as their partners. This lecture by Brenda Allison-Fay R.D., presented in partnership with Kaiser-Permanente, is presented free of charge for the entire community. Pre-registration is suggested. Call either the PJCC at 650-212-7522 or Paul Munda at Kaiser, 650-299-4991.
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Nutrition for the Heart
Learn the science of fats, cholesterol, sodium, fiber and alcohol. Which fats increase your good cholesterol? What type of fiber is better for blood sugar control and which type protects against colon disease? What's the news with alcohol? Come and find out. You'll also leave with ideas to substitute trans/saturated fats with healthier foods, and with practical nutrition-tips to reduce your overall health risks.
This lecture by Brenda Allison-Fay R.D., presented in partnership with Kaiser-Permanente, is presented free of charge for the entire community.
Pre-registration is suggested. Call either the PJCC at 650-212-7522 or Paul Munda at Kaiser, 650-299-4991.
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Oregon Shakespeare Festival
5 days and 4 nights Trip Includes: Four nights at the Ashland Springs Hotel with breakfast; private discussions with festival members; deluxe motor coach transportation; tickets to 'Breakfast Lunch & Dinner' by Luis Alfaro, 'A View from the Bridge' by Arthur Miller, 'The Clay Cart' by Sudraka, & 'A Midsummer's Night Dream' by William Shakespeare; a welcome dinner in Ashland; optional guided backstage tour $11 additional fee. Optional day trips and additional plays will be available at additional cost. This is a combined trip with the Contra Costa and Osher Marin JCCs. Non-refundable deposit of $150 due upon registration. Final payment due September 1, 2008. No refunds after September 1, unless your space is filled and tickets sold.
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SFFL presents The Science of Breath Seminar
Join your fellow Stay Fit for Life participants in classroom A/B to learn more about the Science of Breathing presented by Rajeev Tonde. Drinks will be provided. Call 650.378.2790 for more information.
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SFFL presents What's Eating You: Part 2
Join your fellow Stay Fit for Life participants in Classroom A/B to listen to Ellen Resnick speak on Mindfull Eating. Drinks will be provided. Call 650.378.2790 for more information.
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The Bible in Opera
For countless years, subjects from The Bible were considered inappropriate for the operatic stage. For an oratorio, ok...for opera, no way! However, the 19th century saw biblical subjects appearing in opera. Join in this class to gain an overview of the three most popular operatic works inspired by the biblical stories. Several video performance clips will be used to bring the excitement of opera into the discussion.
Instructor: This class will be taught by James Sokol a popular instructor who teaches Exploring Opera at the PJCC. He has worked at New York City Opera, San Francisco City Opera and was Executive Director of Pocket Opera.
Transportation to this class is available with sufficient demand.
