Get Up & Go
The PJCC offers older adults transportation to appointments, such as medical, dental, shopping, hair dressing, banking, etc. - $4 round-trip.
Call 650.378.2716 for more information.
The Science of Breath
A Stay Fit For Life program
Tuesday, May 20 • 7:00 pm
Learn about innovative breathing techniques that can reduce stress, heighten mental clarity and sharpen awareness.
Call for more information, 650.378.2790.
Free for Center Members.
Osher lifelong learning Institute lectures
A partnership with SJSU and the PJCC
Shadows, Fire, Snow: The Art of Tina Modotti (1896-1942)
Friday, May 16 • 10:00 am • PJCC
Make the acquaintance of this Italian-born, partly San Francisco-raised photographer whose visionary images fused art and revolutionary politics.
The Ribbon Around the Bomb: The Art of Frida Kahlo (1907-1954)
Friday, May 23 • 10:00 am • PJCC
Explore the self-portraits and other paintings of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, whose work was mirrored through the lens of her personal tragedies and tempestuous relationships.
(To register for OLLI classes you must be a member of the OLLI at SJSU. OLLI membership is $25 a year. PJCC members pay just $15 a year.)
Register by calling the Osher Institute at SJSU at 408.924.2735.
sunday cinema
Take part in this series that will present films of Jewish interest throughout the year.
Department Contact
For more information, please contact:
Adult & Older Adult Department
- olderadult@pjcc.org
- Phone: 650.378.2722
Classes
For Older Adults
The PJCC offers classes for older adults through the SJSU Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. The program offers a topical curriculum, forums, and other exciting educational opportunities taught by academics, writers, artists and professions.
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.
A Potpourri of Summer Special Songs with the Melodies
Summer is almost here and Joan, Jerri and Eric will celebrate the season with songs from the golden age of music, show tunes and music from the silver screen. No matter what the weather, the music will be sunny!
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Bugsy Siegel & Meyer Lansky - Behind the Flamingo Hotel
Ron Arons brings us the fascinating story of Bugsy Siegel & Meyer Lansky. Two of a kind, they were raised on the lower East Side of New York, but chose to live on the other side of the tracks. They helped put Las Vegas on the map. Learn more about the lives of two of the most notorious gangsters and the story fo the Fabulous Flamingo Hotel
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Food for Thought
A cultural event series that happens on alternate Mondays highlighting the latest in book talks, entertainment, movies, discussions and politics.
May 5 - Women's Fashion Trends: Fashion History
May 19 - Women's Fashion Trends: The History of the Bra
June 2 - Going, Going, Green: Too Much Trash!
June 23 - Going, Going, Green: Global Warming
August 4 & 18 - East vs. West: Chinese and Western Perspectives on Wellness
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How a Dirty Ball of Fur Changed My Life
Pets make our lives richer in many ways, according to story-teller Ken Becker. Retired from business to follow his heart, Ken volunteers to help abandoned senior animals. He brings us stories about the pets and their people whom he has known. You are also encouraged to bring in pictures and stories about pets in your life, past or present.
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Let's Talk About It
Each week Shirley Rosenberg leads lively discussions about the events of the day. All opinions are welcome, creating a forum for stimulating and thought-provoking conversation. A leader of current events discussions for more than 25 years, Shirley graduated with a degree in International Relations from UC Berkeley and earned an MA in Education at SF State.
This is a drop-in group; reservations are not required.
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Life Transitions and Personal Transformations
According to Jewish tradition, it is in memory that we assure our immortality. Too often, however, with everyday concerns, we don't stop to look back at the memories we are leaving behind - those fateful twists and turns, silly or sad decisions, odd opportunities or unexpected circumstances that brought us to where we are. Evie Preston, author, financial advisor and entrepreneur, will share her own convoluted journey and fateful choices with humor and candor. There will also be an opportunity for others to share what has colored their lives.
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Osher Life Long Learning
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute The Peninsula Jewish Community Center and San José State University are partnering to offer Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) classes in Foster City. OLLI classes are for people age 50 and over. There are no tests, papers, grades or educational levels required, just a love of learning. To register for OLLI classes, you must be a member of the OLLI at SJSU. (OLLI membership is $25 a year. PJCC members pay just $15 a year). Register by calling the Osher Institute at SJSU at 408.924.2735.
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Piano Classics- From the Baroque to the Contemporary
Emphasizing well-known pieces, classical pianist Eman Isadiar will present an overview of the piano repertoire while offering insights into the creation of this wonderful music. Eman is the founder of the Peninsula Conservatory and has received recognition both locally and abroad from experts like Maestro George Cleve.
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Vaudeville in San Francisco
Few people are as knowledgeable about American musical comedy as Joe Marchi. An engaging and enthusiastic teacher, Joe supervises one of the largest archives on the American musical in America. Since 1984, he has been Director of the Center for the American Musical at Canada College and was host of the KCSM radio show, 'Regards to Broadway.' Joe will present clips, sounds and insights about the San Francisco vaudeville scene of the 20th Century.
