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The Fay J. Lindner Foundation
Senior Services Center
Active Seniors
Sid Jacobson JCC is the home of stimulating programs for active seniors! Whether you’re a snowbird, a grandparent or just looking for something to do during retirement, the Roslyn JCC has all of the activities, programs, lectures and social groups for the 50+ adult. The Fay J. Lindner Foundation Senior Services Center provides an umbrella of services and programs for the vibrant senior as well as the individual who requires more specialized programs.
Not a Sid Jacobson member? Save money on all senior programs by buying a SENIOR PASSPORT. Three full days of great programming on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, are included in the one-time annual fee. Access to the fitness center including group exercise classes (except SP classes) and aquatics are NOT included in the Senior Passport fee.
Fee $180
Snowbird Fee $130
Has the class you wanted already started? In many cases, you can still register and pay a pro-rated fee! Keep an eye out for updated classes, as we often add new programs to accommodate the demand.
Click here for our February Senior Synopsis.
Enrich your life, stimulate your mind and take part in our Recreational, Educational, Artistic, Cultural Happenings program!
For R.E.A.C.H. at a Glance, click here.
RECREATIONAL
Games Day
Bring your cards, sets and friends to the JCC for a day of fun. Note: This is not an instructional class. All levels welcome.
Ongoing
Thursday, 10:00am–2:00pm
Fee $6 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
Seniorcize
Geared to the special needs of the mature adult.
Ongoing
Tuesday, 12:00–1:00pm
Fee $12 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
Senior Striders
Walk for health, fitness and fun! Weather permitting. Meet in the upper parking lot of the Nassau County Museum of Art.
Ongoing through October
Tuesday, 9:15am
FREE
EDUCATIONAL
Yiddish for Beginners
Yiddish for beginners is an introduction to Yiddish and Jewish culture. Learn days of the week, numbers, time, foods, easy conversation and folk songs.
7 sessions
Begins April 19
Thursday, 10:30–11:45am
Fee $120 / Passport holders & SJJCC members $60
Intermediate Yiddish
Have a Yiddish conversation in transliteration. You must know some Yiddish.
7 sessions
Begins April 19
Thursday, 11:00am–12:00pm
Fee $120 / Passport holders & SJJCC members $60
News Behind the News
Current events discussion group.
Ongoing
Monday, 10:30am–12:00pm
Fee $18 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
Lectures
Presented by experts on subjects such as politics, music, art, religion, public affairs and wellness. Stay sharp with R.E.A.C.H.
Ongoing
Tuesday, 10:30am–12:00pm
Fee $12 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
Healthy, Wealthy and Wise
Afternoon lectures from healthcare professionals, financial experts and life enriching speakers.
Meets once a month
Tuesday, 1:15–2:00pm
Fee $10 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
ARTISTIC
It's a Knitzvah!
Knit for a cause. Projects benefit a variety of causes for children and adults. Join Sid Jacobson’s knitting circle. All levels welcome. Supplies are not included.
Ongoing
Wednesday, 11:00am–1:00pm
Fee $5 / Passport holders and SJJCC members FREE
CULTURAL
Book Club
This is a general interest club that offers its members a vast selection of titles in a diverse range of categories.
Meets the last Tuesday of every month
1:15–2:00pm
Fee $10 / Passport holders & SJJCC members FREE
February Book – Exile by Richard North Patterson
March Book – People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks
Trips
Join us for trips to places such as Mohegan Sun, Atlantic City, Jewish Museum, Sag Harbor, etc. See Senior Connection Newsletter for more information.
Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition
Enrichment Bonus
Pre-tour Dead Sea Scrolls workshop
Bus to Manhattan to See the Dead Sea Scrolls First-Hand
- Experience the land of Israel through the largest collection of biblical artifacts ever assembled along with Rabbi Lina Zerbarini of Sid Jacobson JCC and Rabbi Benjamin David of Temple Sinai
- Enjoy an Israeli lunch at Olympic Pita
Wednesday, March 14
8:30am
Fee $115 / members $95
Bus, light breakfast, lunch, exhibition and class included.
HAPPENINGS
Sociable Senior Sunday
Open to ALL seniors. Brunch and entertainment.
Fee $15 / SP holders and SJJCC members $10
See Senior Connection Newsletter for dates.
The Grandparents Circle
A program for Jewish grandparents whose children are intermarried that offers participants skills and techniques to share their Jewish heritage and nurture their interfaith grandchildren’s Jewish identities. Info and introductory session at Reconstructionist Synagogue of the North Shore, 1001 Plandome Road, Manhasset.
FREE
Golden Girls – 60+ Women’s Club
SJJCC members and Passport holders ONLY!
Join the Golden Girls for a once a month gathering and meet other women with similar intellectual pursuits.
Second Monday of the month
12:00pm
Annual membership $30
Gezunters – 50+ Men’s Club
Enjoy this special once a month event while making friendships that last long after. Club members enjoy bagels, camaraderie, celebrate birthdays and enjoy guest speakers.
Last Wednesday of the month
11:45am
Annual membership $50
Senior Pops
Senior Pops started as a vehicle for senior citizen musicians on Long Island to express their life-long musical creativity. It evolved into a inter-generational orchestra. Enjoy Broadway tunes, Yiddish/Jewish songs and everything in between with Senior Pops, Long Island’s intergenerational orchestra.
Sunday, April 15
2:00pm
Fee $5
First come, first serve
FREE Memory Screenings
By appointment only. This service is provided in partnership with North Shore LIJ Health System-Litwin Zucker Research Center, Zucker-Hillside Hospital Geriatric Center and The Town of North Hempstead/Project Independence. For more information and to make an appointment, contact Kathy Garneau at 516-484-1545, ext. 150.
Project Independence
Helping those 60 and over age in place. Information, referral, social work, blood pressure screenings and nursing services provided through the Town of North Hempstead.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Chaverim Friendly Visiting Program
Do you know someone living alone who would benefit from a weekly visit? Looking for a fulfilling volunteer opportunity where you can make a difference in someone's life? Our Friendly Visiting program matches dedicated and committed volunteers with a homebound senior in the Town of North Hempstead. For further information on volunteering or if you need visiting, contact Donna Shulman at ext. 134.
Grand Angels
Make a difference in a child's life. Join our new program! Seniors are matched with a special needs child and visit with them one hour a week at the JCC. For more information, contact Donna Shulman at ext. 134.
Partial funding for these programs provided by Town of North Hempstead Project Independence.
Donna Shulman, Senior Program Director, 516-484-1545, ext. 134, dshulman@sjjcc.org
