leaps `n bounds

Peninsula Jewish Community Center Your Center for Life!
July • August 2010
Discover programming that awakens your spirit and revitalizes your soul!
LEAPS ‘N BOUNDS
Bi-Monthly Publication of the Peninsula Jewish Community Center Adult Department
October 11 – October 15, 2010
Ashland, Oregon • 5 days and 4 nights
M $915 per person double;
single $275 additional
P $1070 per person double;
single $275 additional
Code: 26295
Join us for an extraordinary selection of
plays as this renowned festival celebrates
its 75th anniversary!
No. 4 Street of Our Lady
Sunday,
KO R E T September 19 • 2:00 pm
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Code: 26784
KORET-TAUBE INITIATIVE
This documentary film tells the
remarkable story of Francisca Halamajowa,
a Polish-Catholic woman who rescued 16 of
her Jewish neighbors during the Holocaust,
while cleverly passing herself off as a Nazi
sympathizer. She also provided shelter to a
German soldier who had defected.
Transportation provided with
sufficient demand, $5 person.
Trip Includes:
• Four nights at the Ashland Springs
Hotel with breakfast
• Group dinner
• Private discussions with festival
members
• Deluxe motor coach transportation
• Tickets to:
- Ruined by Lynn Nottage
- American Night a World Premiere See page
performance by Culture Clash
10 for
- Hamlet by William Shakespeare
“Hamlet—
The Inside
- She Loves Me with music by Jerry Story”
Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
- Pride and Prejudice, adapted from
the novel by Jane Austen
• Optional guided backstage tour for an additional fee
• Optional day trip and tour of Jacksonville included
This is a co-sponsored trip with the Contra Costa Jewish Community
Center and the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center in Palo Alto.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
SHABBAT SHUTTLE
1. Call the PJCC at 650.212.7522 and ask to speak with
program assistant. Any fees may be paid by credit
card.
The PJCC offers weekly door-to-door transportation
to Friday night services at synagogues on the
Peninsula. Make your reservations by calling the PJCC
at 650.212.7522 by Thursday of each week. There is no
charge.
This service is made possible by a grant from the Jewish Community
Endowment Newhouse Fund of the Jewish Community Federation of
San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties.
Shabbat Shuttle
July 2
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Beth El
July 9
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Sholom
Chardonnay Shabbat
July 16
6:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Beth El
July 23
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Sholom
July 30
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Beth El
August 6
6:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Beth El
August 13
5:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Sholom
Chardonnay Shabbat
August 20
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Sholom
August 27
7:30 pm
Peninsula Temple Beth El
You may register for programs that do not involve
transportation online using the PJCC website:
www.pjcc.org. Click on “Register Online for Classes.”
When you find a program in which you are
interested, add that course to your basket and follow
the instructions to obtain a Login ID and PIN.
3.
You may mail in a check. Be sure to include a note
with your name, address and phone number, and
the Code for the program. If there is transportation
involved, please indicate your pick-up location and
seating request if applicable.
* Discounts on Non-Member rates available to Foster
City residents for these programs. Quantities are limited.
To register, call 650.212.7522 to speak with a program
assistant.
VOLUNTEERS
Many thanks to our dedicated volunteers:
Frank Jonas
Ruth Krumbein
Susan May
Joan Mechalovitz
David Nigel
Sandy Morse
Debra Reetz
Shirley Rosenberg
ADULT DEPARTMENT STAFF
Susan L. Ammons, Department Manager
Betty Burr, MA
Crystal G. DyFoon
Rhonda Press, LCSW
2.
Ellen Saliman, MA, MSW
Maria Taylor
Molly Rosenfeld
Cynthia Salamy
Marcyl Seidscher
Irv Share
Nat Starr
Cindy Strause
Bonnie Taubman
Made possible by THE KORET-TAUBE INITIATIVE
A NEW LOOK AT JEWISH CULTURE AND PEOPLEHOOD
A beneficiary agency of the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties.
The Peninsula Jewish Community Center acknowledges the Jewish Community Endowment Newhouse Fund, the Senior Excursion Fund, and the
Paul and Ruth Steiner Permanent Endowment Fund of the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma
Counties, as well as the Koret Foundation, for their continued support of Adult programs and transportation.
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Programs
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GET UP & GO • DROP-IN GROUPS • CLUBS
GET UP & GO
Errand/Appointment Transportation for
Non-Driving Older Adults
Get Up & Go provides programs at the PJCC and
transportation to them for older adults who no
longer drive, as well as transportation for errands and
appointments 3 days each week. People who drive are
welcome to attend programs at the PJCC on a space
available basis.
Cost: $5 round trip
Mondays: July 12, 19, 26
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Tuesdays: July 6, 13, 20, 27
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Request a schedule and pre-register by calling
650-376-2750 no later than the Thursday before a
program or errand request. Transportation is
$5 round trip.
Fridays:
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20, 27
For doctor appointments, shopping or personal
appointments in San Mateo County on a first-come,
first-served basis. Service is door to door. No same
day requests. Call Crystal at 650.378.2716 no later
than the Thursday before the date you want.
Get Up & Go Programs at the PJCC
2:00 pm Lunch 1
with reservations only $4.50
1:00 pm Program PJCC/Get Up & Go Members Free
Non-Members $4
The Beat and the Amazing Steel Drum
MONDAY
Wednesday • July 7 • Code: 26313
JULY
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You’d never think such beautiful music could come
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from something that looks like it holds a barbecue. But
local musician and band leader Michael McMorrow uses KORET-TAUBE INITIATIVE
Grandmas in the Kitchen
this steel drum and his Latin guitar to get your toes and
your spirits moving.
2:00 pm • PJCC Board Room • Free M/$4 P* per session
Code: 26310
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Music from Around the World: Mimi Dye—
Viola
KORET
July 12 • The Asian Grandmothers Cookbook
Wednesday • July 21 • Code: 26314
Author and freelance writer Patricia Tanumihardja
covers food, travel and lifestyle through a
multicultural lens. After her many travels and
experiences living on three continents, Pat has
amassed a treasure chest full of adventures and
experiences to share.
Violinist and violist Mimi Dye returns with selections
from a repertoire of different world cultures, from Latin
calypso jazz and percussion music to her own original
compositions.
Jim Stevens: Guitar and Vocals
PJCC member Nellie Wong has taught Chinese
cooking classes for many years. Several of her
recipes are included in The Asian Grandmothers
Cookbook. Nellie will demonstrate how to make her
Stuffed Egg-Crepe Rolls (Yu Gun) following Patricia’s
talk. Program will be 1 ½ hours to accommodate
cooking demonstration. Samples will be served.
Wednesday • August 4 • Code: 26315
Travel down memory lane as guitarist and folk singer
Jim Stevens plays familiar songs from the 30’s and 40’s
along with show tunes, Fats Waller songs and some
sing-a-longs.
A Potpourri of Summer Songs with the EJ’s
July 26 • Jewish is Delicious
Wednesday • August 18 • Code: 26316
PJCC member Lee Port began baking while a
college student in New York. After law school, a
move to California, and work as a district attorney
and Chief Deputy County Counsel in San Mateo
County, she continued to use baking as a means to
relax. Anxious to share her secret with others, Lee
will demonstrate how to make her rugelach and
mandelbrot and will also provide samples.
The “EJ’s,” Joan on piano and popular singer Eric,
celebrate summer with songs from the golden age
of music, show tunes, jazz and music from the silver
screen.
Get Up & Go is made possible through grants from the Jewish
Community Endowment Newhouse Fund and the Senior Excursion Fund
of the Jewish Community Endowment Fund of the Jewish Community
Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties.
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DROP-IN GROUPS • CLUBS
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girl. This is a tart, funny, and uplifting film about the
courage it takes to achieve happiness. (97 min.) 2009
Rated R for drug content and language.
KORET-TAUBE INITIATIVE
Law and Disorder—What’s Wrong With
Criminal Justice?
The Visitor
2:00 pm • PJCC Board Room • Free M/$4 P* per session
Code: 26311
August 2 • Code: 26307
August 9 • Dreams From the Monster Factory
Author Sunny Schwartz is a nationally recognized
expert in criminal justice reform. Appointed by
Sheriff Hennessey of the San Francisco Sheriff’s
Department, she directs the design and operation
of prisoner programs in six county jails, which house
a daily average of 1700 men and women prisoners.
She supervises over 150 teaching and treatment
professionals. Ms. Schwartz received numerous
awards from the San Francisco Bar Association. Her
approach to stopping crime has been featured on
national TV including The Discovery Channel, PBS,
Larry King Live and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
August 23 • $100 a Day
Walter Vale (Richard Jenkins) stars as a disillusioned
economics professor whose life is transformed by a
chance encounter in New York City. And it is through
this new connection with virtual strangers that Walter is
awakened to a whole new world and new life. This is an
intelligent and beautifully acted movie. (108 min.) 2008
Rick Walker spent 12 years in prison for a murder
he did not commit. The video $100 a Day tells the
compelling story of gross injustice and the heroic
struggle to prove Walker’s innocence. Entitled to
one hundred dollars for each day spent falsely
imprisoned, Walker would become a pawn in the
partisan battle over the California budget. Following
the video, Rick Walker, who lives and works on the
Peninsula, will tell more about his experience.
The Village Barbershop
August 16 • Code: 26308
The Best in Cinema: Monday at the Movies
Enjoy a rare opportunity to see these fascinating films.
Pre-registration is strongly recommended as space is
limited. Lively discussion following movie.
2:00 pm • Classroom AB • $3 M/ $4 P*
Shrink • July 19 • Code: 26306
Henry Carter (Kevin Spacey), L.A.’s top celebrity
psychiatrist is
disillusioned with
both his career
and personal life.
His only hope of
salvation comes
from his first pro
bono case with
a beautiful but
troubled teenage
Even though the Village Barbershop is a traditional
testosterone-ridden establishment, Art (John
Ratzenberger), the irascible barber, must hire a woman,
and that brings a whole new element to his business
and his life. He learns that strangers can become
friends. (99 min.) 2009
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DROP-IN GROUPS • CLUBS
Sit & Knit • Drop-In / All Levels
10:00 am–12:00 pm • Adult Lounge
Free for Everyone • Code: 26277
Angels in America: A Gay
Fantasia on National
Themes by Tony Kushner
Many people use knitting and crocheting as a creative
outlet and escape from life’s hectic pace. All it takes is a
pair of knitting needles and yarn.
August 31 • 10:30 am – 12:00
pm • Classroom C
Free M/$4 P* • Code: 26335
FR E E !
Sprawling in scope, this
award-winning play
combines historical figures
Roy Cohn and the ghost
of Ethel Rosenberg with
contemporary characters,
as they navigate an AIDS- and Reagan-infected 1980s
America. The humorous and visionary drama graphically
explores the themes of loss, betrayal, and redemption.
TUESDAY
Effective July 1, 2010, public rates for our drop-in
programs will be raised to $3 per session. This affects
Drop-in Bridge, Yiddish Club, An Afternoon of Mah
Jongg and Drop-in Canasta Club. There is still no charge
for members.
Yiddish Club
WEDNESDAY
July 6, 20; August 3, 17 • 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Classroom C • Members Free! / $3 P* per session
Code: 26304
Let’s Talk About It
2:00–3:15 pm • Classroom C
Free for Everyone • Code: 26278
Keep Yiddish alive with others who share your love of
the language, through conversation, songs, movies and
food. Fluent Yiddish mastery not required. Peer led.
FR E E !
Each week Shirley Rosenberg leads a lively discussion
about the events of the day. All opinions are welcome.
Drop-in Bridge
THURSDAY
1:00–3:30 pm • Classroom AB
Free M / $3 P* per session • Code: 26302
An Afternoon of Mah Jongg Drop-in Play
Intermediate players may drop in for a weekly game of
afternoon bridge.
Thursdays • 1:00–4:00 pm • Classroom AB
Free M / $3 P* • Code: 26305
Jewish Book Discussion Group
For intermediate level players. No instructor will be present. Bring your current Mah Jongg card. Pre-registration
is suggested.
Join other readers for a lively discussion of Jewish themed books on loan
from the Jewish Community Library’s Book Club in a Box. Facilitator Jim
Van Buskirk, coordinator of Book Club in a Box, leads a lively and intelligent discussion each month.
Beth El Senior Friendship Club
Beth El Senior Friendship Club in conjunction
with the PJCC
Disobedience by
Naomi Alderman
Group meets at Peninsula Temple Beth El, 1700 Alameda
de las Pulgas, San Mateo. Transportation is available
depending on location. Cost is $5 /round trip. Contact
Rhonda Press at 650.378-2717 for more information.
July 27 • 10:30 am – 12:00
pm • Classroom C
Free M/$4 P* Code: 26334
Ronit, a thirty-something
single lawyer living in
Manhattan, reluctantly
returns to London after
the death of her estranged
father, a prominent rabbi,
where she must face the
small, tight-knit Orthodox
community she fled many years ago.
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
Brown Bag Lunch
Program begins
“Afterthoughts” program
July 1
Through story and video clips, Bonnie Weiss presents,
Song and Dance Men of the Silver Screen: Fred Astaire.
2:00 pm
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Discussion with Rabbi Eisner
JULY 2010
SU
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
12:00 pm
Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
SAT
Shabbat Shuttle
6:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Beth El
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
PJCC
OFFICES
CLOSED
1
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go at
the PJCC
10:30 am
Yiddish Club
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It 12:00 pm Honor
Your Father and
Mother
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
12:00 pm
Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
4
5
6
7
Shabbat Shuttle
6:00 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Sholom
9
2:00 pm
No Beth El Senior
Let’s Talk About It Friendship Club
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
12:00 pm Honor
Your Father and
Mother
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
Shabbat Shuttle
6:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Beth El
12
13
14
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go at
the PJCC
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
12:00 pm Honor
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It Your Father and
Mother
2:00 pm
Monday at the
18 Movies
19
No Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
10:30 am
Yiddish Club
PJCC Trip: View
from the Bay
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
20
21
7:00 pm Drop in
Canasta
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go at
the PJCC
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It 12:00 pm Honor
Your Father and
Mother
2:00 pm
10:30 am
Food for Thought
Jewish Book
Discussion Group
26
12:00 pm
Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
1:00 pm Drop-in
Bridge
27
28
6
16
29
17
Get Up & Go
Errands
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
Shabbat Shuttle
7:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Sholom
22
Get Up & Go
Errands
10
Get Up & Go
Errands
15
Get Up & Go
Errands
10:30 am
Men’s Discussion
Group
25
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
Get Up & Go
Errands
11
3
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go
Errands
2:00 pm
Food for Thought 1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
2:00 pm
Community
Art Show
and Awards
Reception
8
2
23
24
Get Up & Go
Errands
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
Shabbat Shuttle
7:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Beth El
30
31
AUGUST 2010
SU
MON
TUES
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go at
the PJCC
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It 1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
2:00 pm
Monday at the
Movies
WED
THURS
FRI
12:00 pm
Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
10:30 am
Yiddish Club
2
3
Get Up & Go
Errands
Get Up & Go
Errands
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
4
9
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
10
11
Get Up & Go
Errands
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:00 am
Intermediate
Bridge
10:30 am
Men’s Discussion
Group
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It 1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
10:30 am
Yiddish Club
17
Get Up & Go
Errands
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
23
13
14
Get Up & Go
Errands
Shabbat Shuttle
7:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Sholom
Get Up & Go
Errands
10:00 am
Sit & Knit
10:30 am
Jewish Book
Discussion Group
19
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
1:00 pm
Mah Jongg
24
Get Up & Go
Errands
30
12:00 pm
Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
18
2:00 pm
Food for Thought
29
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
Get Up & Go
Errands
2:00 pm
Food for Thought
7
Get Up & Go
Errands
12
Get Up & Go at
the PJCC
22
6
Shabbat Shuttle
5:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Sholom
PJCC Trip
Asian Art
Museum
Get Up & Go
Errands
2:00 pm
Monday at the
15 Movies
16
1:00 pm
Advanced
Beginning Bridge
5
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
Let’s Talk About It Beth El Senior
Friendship Club
2:00 pm
Food for Thought 1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
8
Get Up & Go
Errands
Shabbat Shuttle
6:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Beth El
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
1
SAT
25
1:00 pm
Drop-in Bridge
31
7
26
20
21
Get Up & Go
Errands
Shabbat Shuttle
7:30 pm Services
@ Penin Temple
Beth El
27
28
DROP-IN GROUPS • CLUBS • TRIPS
on the remarkable true story of football player Michael
Oher of the Baltimore Ravens, who was a homeless teen
taken in by Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy. (128 minutes)
August 19
Lunch and tour at the Moldaw Family Residences and
the Oshman Family JCC at 899 Charleston in Palo Alto.
Visit with our friends who are now living in this senior
retirement community on the Taube Koret Campus
for Jewish Life. Depart Temple Beth El at 10:45 am.
Reservations required by August 11. Call Rhonda Press
at 378-2717. $5 for transportation payable in advance.
Participants enjoy a Get Up & Go program.
August 26
Heather Klein’s Inextinguishable Trio brings new and
lesser known Yiddish Art Songs to life. Accompanied by
Alla Gladysheva.
July 8
Hear composers of refinement and pianistic subtlety—
Mozart, Chopin, and Ravel. Featuring Alexander
Bootzin playing the Mozart Fantasia in C minor, some
Chopin Waltzes, and selections from Ravel’s Valses
Nobles et Sentimentales.
2:00 pm
2:00 Current Events with David Nigel
Drop-in Canasta Club
Share your poetry and listen to
Jewish music. Bring your favorites.
4th Thursday, July 22, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Classroom B
Free M/ $3 P* * Code: 26774
No meeting in August
July 15 No Meeting
July 22 No Meeting
Join us monthly for 2 hours of Canasta fun. Beginning
level Canasta knowledge recommended. Preregistration is suggested. Call Rhonda Press at
650.378.2717 with questions.
July 29
The Daytimers, a widely acclaimed women’s barbershop
group, are passionate about sharing their songs—both
old and new—in four part a capella harmony.
2:00 pm
TRIPS
Current Events with David Nigel
The View From the Bay
August 5
Study and learn with Patti Moskovitz in preparation for
the High Holy Days: I am My Beloved’s and My Beloved is
Mine: The month of Elul.
2:00 pm
Thursday • July 22 • $30 M/ $39 P* • Home pick-ups
$10/location • Code: 26279
Current Events with David Nigel
August 12
Bring your bag lunch and watch the movie, The Blind
Side, starring Best Actress winner Sandra Bullock. Based
This is your chance to be part of the audience for a live
taping of KGO’s show, The View from the Bay, shown
on KGO Monday – Friday from 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Trip
begins with a no-host lunch at the Ferry Building in San
Francisco, home of many restaurants and food vendors.
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TRIPS
Departures 10:45 pm
PJCC
11:00 am
San Carlos train
11:15 am
5th & El Camino**
11:20 am
Peninsula Regent
11:30 am
Woodlake
Returns
5:45 pm
5:30 pm
5:15 pm
5:10 pm
5:00 pm
**EastWest Bank
Asian Art Museum presents Shanghai
Thursday • August 12 • $42 M/$55 P* • Home pick-ups
$10/location • Code: 26280
Oakland Museum of California
Wednesday, September 22 • $35 M/ $46 P*
Home pick-ups $10/location • Code: 26673
On May 1, after a two-year $58 million renovation, the
Oakland Museum unveiled their remodeled Art and
History galleries. Join us for a docent-led tour and a
chance to see 2100 new pieces, expanded gallery space,
and new interactive exhibits. No-host lunch is in the
new Blue Oak Café.
Departures 9:25 am
PJCC
9:45 am
San Carlos train
10:00 am
5th & El Camino**
10:05 am
Peninsula Regent
10:15 am
Woodlake
Returns
3:30 pm
3:15 pm
3:00 pm
2:55 pm
2:45 pm
**EastWest Bank
Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cezanne and Beyond at
the deYoung
Wednesday, October 13 • $39 M/ $51 P*
(Museum members may deduct $16)
Home pick-ups $10/location • Code 26674
This special exhibition explores, through its
art, Shanghai’s tumultuous history which has
resulted in one of the world’s most dynamic and
cosmopolitan cities. Included are more than 130
oil paintings, Shanghai Deco furniture and rugs,
revolutionary posters, works of fashion, movie clips,
and contemporary installations. Visit begins with an
introductory docent slide lecture. No-host lunch in
museum café.
Departures 9:00 am
PJCC
9:15 am
San Carlos Train
9:30 am
5th & El Camino**
9:35 am
Peninsula Regent
9:45 am
Woodlake
**EastWest Bank
This exhibition presents 120 of the Musée d’Orsay’s
most famous late Impressionist paintings including
those by Monet and Renoir, followed by the more
individualistic styles of the early modern masters
including Cézanne, Gauguin, Lautrec and Van Gogh, and
the Nabis painters, Bonnard and Vuillard. Also included
are a spectacular collection of Pointillist painters
including work by Seurat and Signac. Audio guide is
available for rental. No-host lunch in museum café.
Returns
4:00 pm
3:45 pm
3:30 pm
3:25 pm
3:15 pm
Departures 8:55 am
PJCC
9:15 am
San Carlos train
9:30 am
5th & El Camino**
9:35 am
Peninsula Regent
9:45 am
Woodlake
Returns
3:00 pm
2:45 pm
2:30 pm
2:25 pm
2:15 pm
**EastWest Bank Please see the following page for
information about an introductory docent lecture on
Post-Impressionism being held at the PJCC.
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TRIPS • CLASSES AT THE PJCC • EVENTS
A Discussion Group for Men
CLASSES AT THE PJCC
Mondays • July 19, August 16 • 10:30 am –12:00 pm
Classroom AB • Free M / $3 P* per session
Code: 26283 (July) • 26284 (August)
All men are welcome, regardless of age or viewpoint.
The focus of this group is intelligent conversation, not
arguing or therapy.
Hamlet:
The Inside Story
with Play Reading
Mondays
September 20, 27 and
October 4 (3 classes)
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Classroom C • $45 M/$59 P*
Instructor:
Maryann Maslan, MFA
Post Impressionism: An Introductory Lecture
Capture the drama, intrigue, poetry and passion
of Hamlet, one of the world’s most popular plays.
Experience the language and characters firsthand, share
tales of the time and life of Shakespeare and revel in
the magic of the tragedy that has captivated audiences
for more than 400 years. See cover for trip to Oregon
Shakespeare Festival!
Wednesday, October 6 • 6:30 – 7:45 pm
Classroom AB • $10 M/ $13 P* Code: 26777
Instructor: Docent from the Fine Arts Museums
of San Francisco
In preparation for the post-Impressionism exhibit at the
deYoung Museum, this lecture by a docent from the
Fine Arts Museums highlights the late works of Monet
and Renoir, paintings by modern masters Cézanne,
Gauguin, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Van Gogh and the
unique styles of Seurat and Rousseau, all of whom
continue the story of Impressionism.
Maryann Maslan has acted at the Oregon Shakespeare
Festival and worked for the San Francisco Opera and
Ballet as well as local and regional theatres.
This class is co-sponsored with Engage As You Age, an organization
which creates inter-generational connections between creative
people and homebound or isolated older adults and seniors. How?
By pairing a smart, empathetic Activity Specialist with a senior who
shares his or her interests and passions. For more information
contact Engage As You Age at 415.690.6944 or go to their website
atxwww.EngageAsYouAge.com.
Please see Page 9 for information on the PJCC’s October
13 trip to the deYoung Museum.
Advanced Beginning Bridge
Fridays • July 9 – August 13 (6 classes)
1:00 – 3:00 pm • Classroom B
$78 M/ $102 P* • Code: 26300
Instructor: Sandy Dennison
Advanced Beginning Bridge students with some
previous bridge knowledge are welcome and will learn
the current basics of Contract Bridge with an emphasis
on bidding and the play of the hand.
Intermediate Bridge with Supervised Play
Tuesdays • July 13 - August 17 (6 classes)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm • Classroom AB
$78 M/ $102 P* • Code: 26301
Instructor: Sandy Dennison
Learn more about bidding and additional conventions.
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CLASSES • EVENTS • VIBRANT BRAINS
Honor Your Father and Mother: Teachings
for the Sandwich Generation
VIBRANT BRAINS AT THE PJCC
Posit Science Insight
Thursdays • July 1, 8, 15 • 12:00-1:00 pm • Classroom C
Free • Code: 26317
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • July
12 – August 4
(10 classes) • 11:30 am – 12:30 pm •
at the PJCC
Computer Room
$79 M/$99 P • Code: 26293 •No class July 30
Improve the quality and quantity of information
your brain absorbs with your eyes through computer
exercises designed to speed up visual processing,
sharpen visual precision and improve visual working
memory. Class taught by vibrantBrains staff.
Join Rabbi Tamar Malino and explore traditional Jewish
teachings about the commandment to honor one’s
parents, and find the contemporary wisdom they can
offer those of us navigating some of life’s most difficult
and rewarding family relationships. Bring a bag lunch
and attend one session or all three.
EVENTS
PJCC Community Art Show Reception and
Award Ceremony
Posit Science Brain Fitness Program
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • July 12 – August 4
(10 classes) • 9:00 am – 10:00 am • Computer Room
$79 M/$99 P • Code: 26292 • No class July 30
Sunday, July 25 2:00-4:00 pm • PJCC Art Gallery and
Hamlin Garden • FREE • Advance reservations
appreciated! Call 650-378-2751
Ever experience a “senior moment?” Focus on the
auditory part of your brain with these stimulating
computer exercises designed to increase processing
speed and clear up “fuzzy” processing. Exercises help
you to interpret what you hear quickly and remember it
accurately. Class taught by vibrantBrains staff.
Summer Boot Camp for Students
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • July 12 – August 4
(10 classes) • 10:00 – 11:00 am • Computer Room
$99 M/ $120 P • Code 26298 • No class July 30
For ages 12 and up, enroll your student today for 10
sessions of fun and engaging brain exercise with a focus
on working memory and attention. Whether your child
is preparing for SATs or just getting ready for the year
ahead, help your student get ahead by strengthening
crucial elements for academic success such as a strong
working memory, improved reasoning skills, and the
ability to hold attention and focus. Class taught by
vibrantBrains staff.
Bridge, Foster City, Timothy Smith
Meet many of the local artists whose works were
selected for the PJCC’s first Community Art Show.
Purchase art, enjoy refreshments and watch as 10 artists
are honored with awards. Come early to vote for your
favorite piece; the Community Choice Award ballot box
closes at 2:30 pm.
What in the world is Bunco?
Bunco is a fun and exciting game of dice and luck—and a great way to meet new friends and
have an enjoyable afternoon. You are invited to join us for Bunco at the PJCC!
2nd and last Friday of the Month • 1:30 to 3:00 pm • Classroom C
For more information please email Diane White at dwhite922@sbcglobal.net or call 650.341.4152.
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Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage PAID
Permit No. 822
San Mateo, CA 94402
Peninsula Jewish
Community Center
800 Foster City Blvd.
Foster City, CA 94404
PJCC COMMUNITY ART SHOW
Vote for your favorite work at the Art Show Reception and Award Ceremony on Sunday, July 25— details on page 11
Chrysanthemum, Lee Middleman
Winter Temple, Circle Series 1, Sandra Kaufman
JULY 2 – AUGUST 29, 2010
PJCC ART GALLERY
MIXED MEDIA
PHOTOGRAPHY
THREE-DIMENSIONAL WORKS
Abreaction, Carmit Haller