Discussion & Support Groups

This graphic marks classes that seniors may enjoy.

Single Groups

Tuesday Dine-Out

Want to meet new people and explore Bay Area restaurants? RESERVATION REQUIRED.

Tuesday, April 10 - Tropix Caribbean, Oakland
Tuesday, May 8 - Isboune Sushi, Berkeley
Tuesday, June 19 - Claremont Hotel, Oakland.

• For more information call Frieda at 510-649-6260 at least 4 days prior to the day.

50+ Single’s Books, Discussions and Fellowship Group

Interested in meeting other 50+ singles for lively discussions on books and variety of topics, then this group is perfect for you. Discussion followed by lunch at local restaurant (optional).

Sundays, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 18, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Fee: FREE

• For more information call Aliza at 510-601-6692 or alizaschechter@comcast.net

Discussion Groups

Love, Power Across the Generations

On-going discussion group to examine the warmhearted but sometimes difficult intergenerational relationships within family in the broader society.
George Porter, Facilitator.
Mondays, 11:15-12:15pm; FREE

Discussion Salon

A discussion group, open to everyone regardless of age or viewpoint. The focus is intelligent conversation, not arguing or therapy.
Robert Berend, Facilitator
1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm
JCC site fee: $10/semester (Jan 1- Apr. 30).

Current Events

Discuss current events & essays from leading magazines & newspapers. George Porter, Facilitator
Thursdays,1-2:15pm
This class and Adventures in Literature can be taken for the same fee: $10/semester
JCC site fee: $10/semester (Jan 1- Apr. 30).
Co-sponsored with the Berkeley Adult School

Critical Viewings: Learning to Learn from What We Watch

In this ongoing workshop we examine the art and craft(iness) of short films, popular television dramas, the "commercial", news programs, etc. with the aim of becoming more intellectually engaged, savvy and articulate viewers. New members always welcome.
Mondays, 1:00-3:30pm; JCC site fee: $10/semester (Jan 1- Apr. 30).
Co-sponsored with the Berkeley Adult School

Support Groups

Single Women's Support Group 50+

Come & Explore: New opportunities, changes & changing, transitions, making friends, issues of aging & other issues. Marti Kutnik, LCSW, Facilitator.
Pre-registration required.
Co-sponsor: Jewish Family & Children's Services

Mondays,3:30-5:00pm; FEE based

• Call Marti at (510) 704-7475 x740.

Parents' Groups

My Toddler and Me Discovery Group

Play, learn and have fun in this creative, nurturing and interactive group for babies and toddlers ages 10-20 months of age and their parents. Immerse yourself in your child’s world through guided play activities, and discussions designed to help you understand your toddler’s emerging self and needs.

Facilitator: Jennifer Kantor, a gifted teacher who brings genuine warmth and extensive experience to her work with young children and their parents.

Discussion topics include:
* Building Relationships
* Your Child’s Sensory World
* Building Circles of Communication
* Emotions and the Emerging Self
* Moving & Doing
* The Developing Mind
* Embracing Families
* Building Community
* Celebration

Thursdays, 10:00am – 11:15am
Fee: $99 for JCCEB members; $115 for non-members.
Drop in $13 per session
Space is limited so register early

• For more information or to register call 510-848-0237 x110 or info@jcceastbay.org

Funded in part through the generosity of the "Grossberg Abrams Foundation."

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