WELLNESS AND HEALTHY LIVING

Featuring informative presentations by experts and interactive discussions on a wide variety of topics of interest. Healthy aging, nutrition and the brain, memory, fitness, mindfulness meditation, family caregiving, stress and services and programs for seniors - and how to access these - and more.THE JOYS OF JUDAICA Popular and dynamic Royal Ontario Museum curator, Corey Keeble will discuss the beauty of Judaic art. Join us for three illustrated presentations about Jewish ceremonial objects and masterpieces of Judaica for the synagogue and home.

JORDAN KLAPMAN’S HISTORY OF AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC

Musicologist and musician Jordan Klapman talks about the extraordinary Jewish contribution to 20th century popular music in this unique continuing series featuring live piano performance, historic recordings and sing along. JEWISH GENEALOGY Do you want to trace your family history or create a family tree? Henry Wellisch, past president of the Jewish Genealogy Society Toronto, will help you do both through traditional and modern Jewish genealogy research.

JUDAISM

If you always wanted to know more about Jewish spirituality, customs and traditions, then drop in to one of our talks with special guest speakers and stimulating discussions

COMPUTER COURSES

Want to learn how to use a computer and send email? Register for Computers for Beginners. Do you already use a computer and want to learn more? Enrol in Computers Beyond the Basics. Our outstanding instructor and assistants provide personal attention in small classes of 6 students for eight, two-hour sessions per course. Tuesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES

Experience an entertaining afternoon with other film lovers. Introductory remarks and behind-the-scenes visits with our movie maven are followed by a discussion after the film.

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate the Jewish festivals of Chanukah and Purim in good company. Come to an intergenerational get-together with children, music and song. Reminisce and share your past holiday memories and traditions. It will be freilach!

POSITIVE AGING AND LIFE TRANSITIONS: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

This program and discussion group is professionally facilitated by social worker Phyllis Fien, MSW, RSW. Explore the challenges and opportunities of growing older with other aging adults.

YOUR CHOICE SOCIAL DROP-IN DAYS: DISCUSSIONS, NOSH AND BOARD GAMES

Meet and chat with others over a nosh. Enjoy a friendly game of Scrabble or bridge. Or join in a lively discussion about current events, news of the day or seniors issues. It’s your choice.

EARLY CANADIAN AND JEWISH TORONTO EXPLORATIONS

Journey back in time with illustrated presentations about Jewish communities, history, people and neighborhoods. Reminisce and share your own memories.

EMINENT PERSONALITIES

Hear personalities in the arts, business, professions, politics and the community talk about their life and work.

NEW! FOR BOOMERS AND ZOOMERS

If you’re recently retired and looking for a stimulating, meaningful way to contribute to the community, assist others and use your skills, call us to get involved in shaping this exciting new initiative!

Be Active! Drop in to a program. Join a committee. $3 drop-in!