Call 224.406.9200 for more information. Joyce Schrager’s Current EventsImagine if CNN and MSNBC were interactive! Joyce’s stimulating take on current events acts as a launch pad for lively group discussions of weekly events. Spring: Mondays, Sep 14–Dec 7
9:30-10:45am or 11:00am-12:15pm
Download the Fall 2009 Flyer (PDF) Please see flyer for pricing. AJEC Chicago Botanic Garden Walk
Join Rabbi Nina Mizrahi, JCC of Chicago’s Pritzker Center for Jewish Education, for a spirituality walk in the Garden. Rabbi Nina will provide a meditative journey using inspirational texts and poetry. Walking the garden with Nina is an experience to long remember. Wednesday, July 15 | 10:00–11:30am
Meet at Chicago Botanic Garden
Click here for more information (PDF) Inspired Directions: Jewish Women in Film
A look at cultural representations of and attitudes toward Jewish women in American film for the past 50 years. Monday, July 27 | 7:00–9:00pm
In the comfort of a private home in Highland Park
(address and directions will be mailed upon registration)
Click here for more information (PDF) Call 773.761.9100 for more information. Janet Stern Book Group Janet Stern, one of the North Shore’s most engaging discussion leaders, takes an in-depth look at various books. Although many in the group have been loyal followers for over 38 years, newcomers are always welcome. Ask the Rabbi Gain a better understanding of the Torah and its teachings. Rabbi Scheiman answers your questions, no matter how complex or simple. Concerns Led by Sarah Friedman, this group shares views on subjects ranging from politics and medicine to personal dilemmas. Enjoy coffee, cookies, humor and the company of old and new friends. Contemporary Journalists Journalists writing in the New Yorker, The Forward, Midstream, the Atlantic Monthly and New York Times define what is happening in the world and influence how we are affected by these events. Through active discussion the class offers insights and understanding of today’s local and world headlines. Current Events Are you an avid follower of world events, or wish you were? Class leader June Michaelson guides you through weekly discussions of current politics and world affairs. Drawing & Painting Students work with a variety of mediums to create their own unique masterpiece. Art instructor Leslie Hirshfield gives beginners recommendations for purchasing the right supplies. Expanding Horizons Each week guest speakers provide interesting programs on a wide range of topics that expand your knowledge and enrich your world. Folk Dance Sylvia Litwin leads this weekly group. The only requirement is the desire to have fun and get a little exercise. Partners are not necessary. Great Composers Get to know different composers each week through videos and witty presentations by teacher Joe Cunniff. Kiddish Enjoy challah, wine or grape juice and Shabbat ambiance with your JCC friends. Music Appreciation Professional pianist Jerry Rizzer performs classical pieces each week, explains the construction of the music and demonstrates how various composers have influenced each other. Tai Chi Movement & FunThe practice of Tai Chi creates balance, flexibility and calm in your life. Instructor Hal Katz helps you become relaxed and stress free. Talmud Instructor Zev Drutman uses the Talmud to analyze topics of concern in Judaism. Class members call this class very enlightening and challenging. The World Today Volunteer Sidney Berger keeps members up to date on issues of importance to senior citizens. The group discusses positive ways for people to take action and make changes on their own behalf. Yiddish Musical Memories Have a freilich time listening to your old Yiddish favorites provided by volunteer Jack Cossid. Enjoy his extensive Yiddish audio collections, rare selections and classic songs. Call 773.871.6780 for more information. Older AdultsThe Heller JCC’s Older Adult program is held at Temple Sholom during the daytime. Offerings include an Open University with classes that meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Subjects one might find are American history, current events, art history and book reviews to name a few. JCC membership and a class registration fee are required. On Tuesdays and Fridays our Movement classes focus on improved breathing capacity, strength and flexibility. The instructor is trained in working with older adults to assure participants’ well being. A $5 fee is asked, pay as you go. Wednesdays are often devoted to day trips to destinations such as museums, theaters, concerts, etc. Fees for the day trips cover the cost of transportation, tickets or docents. Monday mornings find our men’s club involved in a lively discussion of some current issue or article. A spirit of good fellowship is readily apparent. There is no fee to attend each week other than JCC membership. An out-of-town trip program to destinations such as Cuba, Alaska, Branson or Las Vegas is also offered. A JCC staff person is present on the trips for your convenience. Travel materials are available in the JCC office. For more information about the entire program, to receive a brochure or to be put on the mailing list, please contact Andrea at 773.975.8375. Call 773.753.3080 for more information. Current Events This current events class examines the politics, economics and social events in the world today and what impact they may have upon us.
Instructor: Rick Holbrook Jewish Short StoriesThe Jewish Short Story class is peer-led, with the class selecting the reading material. Each week, the class discusses a different short story. LiteratureThe Literature class revolves around Shakespeare in a variety of ways.
Instructor: David Zesmer MusicThe class learns to improve its listening skills through simple analysis of masterpieces and the creative use of various instruments.
Instructor: Renee’ Lubell Senior ConnectionsSenior Connections offers people an opportunity to discuss new life situations with a professional and peers. Everyday situations are examined and helpful courses of action are offered. Call 708.799.7650 for more information. $6 for 60 MinutesA one hour lecture and Q & A on a topic of "timely" interest in the Jewish community. Each month will be a different guest speaker and topic.Contact
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at 708.799.7650 for more information. Coffee and... 9:30-10:00 am
Speaker and Q & A 10:00-11:00 am Upcoming Dates: June 11 Adult Day Trips Day long trips including docent guided visits to museums, estates, theater, etc. The Adult Learning Exchange (T.A.L.E.) This is an Institute for Learning in Retirement, a partnership between the Anita M. Stone JCC, Governors State University and Prairie State College, affiliated with the Elderhostel Institute Network. Classes are peer-led and there are no grades. New Adult SchoolTorah Study with Rabbi Michael Myers The Mother's CircleAre you raising Jewish children...but you're not Jewish? Don't do it alone! Let us help. There are over 100,000 women just like you from other religious backgrounds raising Jewish children in North America. The Mother's Circle includes free resources, education, events and monthly meetings with childcare provided. Contact Carrie Kaufman at 708.799.7650 or email
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. Movie Mondays
Anita M. Stone JCC | $5.00 person
Jewish themed movies with facilitated discussion. Contact
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at 708.799.7650 for more information. Upcoming:
July 6, 20: Movies TBA (Days vary. Usually the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month.) Stone Thursday Movie RerunsGreat films from the Movie Monday series re-presented at 7pm on Thursday evenings with a facilitated discussion following. Upcoming (7:00pm):
July 9, 16, 23, 30 | August 6, 13, 20, 27 Shalom Over 50This group is a partnership program between the Anita M. Stone JCC and Temple Anshe Sholom. Members meet weekly at the Temple for lunch, Yiddish classes, current events, speakers and entertainment. Lunch is provided each week. *The program fee includes a 3% energy surcharge to help
offset increasing utility and fuel costs as well as fuel and energy surcharges being charged to JCC by its suppliers and vendors. Subject to Change. | 
