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May Mothers Month at the Prosserman JCC
May 30, 2012 to May 31, 2012

Give the Gift of Health and Wellness this Mother's Day! Bring your mother to the Prosserman JCC Fitness Centre for the month of May for FREE! Promotion ends May 31st, 2012 *Towel Service is not included *No refund or credit for existing members For more information, please contact: 416.638.1881 ext. 4000

Jewish Words: Weapons of Mass Destruction
May 29, 2012 to May 29, 2012

with Bruria Cooperman From biblical times to the present, Jews have always relied on words. Jews are the people of the book. We have come from hiding to re-claiming who we are. Words reflect the high points and the lowest of our existence as Jews. Whether delivered by Korach, Lenny Bruce or your mother, words can be deadly but luckily, also funny. They have the ability to hurt yet still entertain.…

The Interfaith Family: Holly and Horseradish
May 17, 2012

A lecture that is part of our Jewish Learning program: The Interfaith Family: Holly and Horseradish Throughout Jewish history there has always been a question of the position of an interfaith family within the community. We will look atthe various communities and their views on interfaith families as well as a discussion ofoptions. Minimum of 12 participants is required. THURSDAY May 17 / 7 pm Member…

Milestones in Children's Development Workshop
May 16, 2012 to May 16, 2012

The Prosserman JCC and Collage Pediatrics Present: Milestone in Children's Developent Workshop An important seminar which will strive to answer the following questions: What is Normal? Possible Red Flags? When to Seek Help? This talk for parents will be presented by Shani Lantos, M.A. CCC-SLP Reg., CASLPO, pediatric Speech Language Pathologist.  This is a seminar for adults only and refreshments…

A Trip to Israel with the Prosserman JCC
May 11, 2012

Experience Israel like never before with the Prosserman JCC on our Ulpan and Tikkun Olam trip! This trip is a unique journey and a great way to experience the wonderful country of Israel. Some highlights of the trip include: Visit to Independence Hall & Gutmann Museum  Diaspora museum (Beit Hatfutozot) Guided tour of the Jewish and Israeli wings of the Israel museum  Lecture on the mosaic…

A Special Evening with Shimon Peres, The President of Israel
May 9, 2012 to May 9, 2012

UJA Federation of Greater Toronto  invites you to a special evening with SHIMON PERES, the President of Israel. President Peres will be interviewed live on stage by political analyst, Newsweek writer and Toronto's own, David Frum at The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts. As the State of Israel - and Jewish communities around the world - prepare to celebrate the Jewish state's 64th…

Girls Day In
May 8, 2012 to May 8, 2012

Free Event! Tuesday May 8 / 10am-1pm Welcome to our third annual Girls Day In, dedicated to the women of Sherman Campus. Enjoy acupuncture, fitness skincare, handmade jewelry, a Reiki massage corner and much more!  For more information, please contact the Fitness Department at 416.638.1881 x.4000 Click here for more information  

Another Movie Lecture with Film Critic Kevin Courrier
Apr 26, 2012

Based on sold out program and the long waiting list we have decided to offer a second class for: WOODY ALLEN – Past and Present with Film Critic Kevin Courrier. Starting Thursday April 26th –May 25th ( 5 weeks) 1-3pm Registration ends on Tuesday April 24th! When comic Woody Allen first began making movies in the late sixties (“Bananas, Take the Money and Run”), he…

A Book Launch Presented by CDL
Apr 24, 2012 to Apr 24, 2012

  Book Launch Event at the Prosserman JCC  Sponsored by the Centre for Dynamic Learning   “Beyond Age Rage”    You've read the headlines; you've seen and heard the inflammatory language.  The greedy boomers refusing to get out of the way.  The hapless millennials struggling to find a footing.    A crisis in pensions.  A crisis in jobs. …

Family Workshop Series
Apr 24, 2012 to May 22, 2012

Jewish models of discipline TUESDAY April 24 / 7 pm We will explore models of discipline that include educational models as well as Jewish models from text. The models will illustrate examples which preserve respect and dignity while at the same time clearly defining appropriate appropriate and inappropriate behaviours.Filling in the Gaps TUESDAY May 8 / 7 pm The Torah often leaves gaps that are filled…

Computer JAVA programming for beginners with ALICE
Apr 21, 2012 to Jun 9, 2012

From Carnegie Mellon University / Level 1Our course allows students to learn fundamental programming concepts in the context of creating animated movies and simple video games. Students create 3-D objects, populate a virtual world and create a program to animate the objects. At the end of this course, students will be able to run their games and animations on a PC, MAC or web. All games must…

Movie Lectures with Kevin Courrier: Woody Allen - Past and Present
Apr 18, 2012 to Apr 18, 2012

When comic Woody Allen first began making movies in the late sixties (“Bananas, Take the Money and Run”), he became a heroic voice of the counter-culture who satirized popular stereotypes of wasp ideals and images. He continued to be an artist of his time through ("Love and Death") and ("Sleeper”), but after the success of "Annie Hall" where he won the Academy Award for Best…

KOFFLERARTS - Creative Writing for Beginners
Apr 17, 2012 to Apr 17, 2012

This course will offer ways to trigger the imagination and stimulate the writing process. Tuesdays, 7 – 9 PM April 17 – June 5 $260

Social Media
Apr 17, 2012 to Apr 17, 2012

Are you on Facebook ? Do you use Twitter? If you are lost when you hear these words, then this course is for you! We will teach you how to create your own accounts, insert data and share it with your friends and family, and best of all, how to use these tools safely. Tuesday April 17 - May 22 / 2:15-3:30pmMembers Value Fee: $105 Regular Fee: $135 Participants: Minimum 4 / Maximum 20

Shalom Sesame Pesach
Apr 4, 2012 to Apr 4, 2012

Ages: 1 - 6 years Shalom Sesame join us for a Pesach related art activity, showing of the Shalom Sesame movie and circle time with Rabbi Elyse Goldstein. Snacks related to the holiday will be served. Wednesday, Apr 04, '12 10:00 - 11:00am Member Value Fee: $10 p/child / Regular Fee: $15 p/child Adults are free, parents, grandparents, and caregivers are welcome.

Movie Mondays
Mar 26, 2012

Come join us in a comfy and casual setting to view and discuss wonderful Jewish and Israeli films. Film introduction and refreshments: 12:45 pm Film viewing at 1:00 pm followed by a casual discussion. Member Value Fee $50 for series / Regular Fee $70 for series Member Value Fee $6 at the door / Regular Fee $8 at the door Instructors: Susan Jackson, Cyrel Troster and Mike Slodovnik.3 of the 6 films…

A New Partnership with Dancap Productions
Mar 13, 2012

We are proud to announce that if you purchase tickets to the popular Dancap production, "Shrek the Musical", a portion of the proceeds will help support the Jewish Community Centres! Click here for more information or to purchase tickets Information about Shrek the MusicalSHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s…

Parent teacher interviews - JK 9
Feb 29, 2012 to Mar 1, 2012

Supervised Mah Jongg
Feb 28, 2012

The goal of this program is to promote interest and enthusiasm for Mahjongg players who have trouble bringing together four people on a weekly basis. This program offers supervised play, you will always be guaranteed a partner and able to play at your own skill level. The instructors will carefully evaluate each class and adapt teaching strategies to the individual interests and needs of the students.…

Parent teacher interviews - JK/SK 6
Feb 28, 2012

Parent child yoga event
Feb 27, 2012 to Feb 27, 2012

Parent teacher interviews -Nursery 5
Feb 21, 2012 to Feb 24, 2012

Parent teacher interviews - N8
Feb 15, 2012 to Feb 16, 2012

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Picture Day
Feb 13, 2012 to Feb 14, 2012

Tic Tac Two Room 1 Toddler 7Toddler 4 Nursery 8Nursery 5 JK 9JK/SK 6 Preschool 2Preschool 3

Scholastic Due
Feb 10, 2012 to Feb 10, 2012

Important Dates for February
Feb 1, 2012 to Feb 29, 2012

Library 15th - 9:45 - 10:15 -Nursery 810:45 - 11:15 JK 93:00 - 3:30 JK/SK 63:30 - 4:00 Nursery 5 21st - 10:00 - 10:30 Nursery 810:45 - 11:15 JK 93:00 - 3:30 JK/SK 63:30 - 4:00 Nursery 5 Parent teacher interviews N8 - February 15 and 16Nursery 5 - week of Feb 21JK 9 - Feb 29 & March 1JK/SK 6 - Feb 28 Scholastic Due - Friday Feb. 10th. Picture DayMonday February 13: Tuesday February 14:Tic Tac Two…

Movie Mondays
Jan 8, 2012

Come join us in a comfy and casual setting to view and discuss wonderful Jewish and Israeli films. Film introduction and refreshments: 12:45 pm Film viewing at 1:00 pm followed by a casual discussion. Member Value Fee $50 for series / Regular Fee $70 for series Member Value Fee $6 at the door / Regular Fee $8 at the door Instructors: Bruria Cooperman, Cyrel Troster and Mike Slodovnik.

Another Personal Message....
Dec 8, 2011 to Mar 28, 2012

As most of you now know, Prosserman JCC Program Director, Gustavo Rymberg, is participating in a unique trip where he and other senior executives are travelling to Poland and Israel. The goal is to discover and experience Jewish history and to hopefully offer this trip to members in the future. Gustavo was kind enough to send over his thoughts for this post where he visiting the Warsaw Ghetto and…

A Personal Message from Warsaw…
Nov 30, 2011

As some of you may not know, certain senior staff of the JCCA are participating in a JCC Association trip, where they are visiting Poland and Israel in an emotional journey to learn and discover our Jewish history. There are 40 participants and the goal is to one day offer this important trip to members. Program Director Gustavo Rymberg is part of this event, and was kind enough to provide his insight…

A Thread of Grace by Mary Doria Russel / Treasures in Jewish Literature
Nov 22, 2011

Bubby, Zaidy & Grandkids Sunday Brunch Party!
Nov 22, 2011

Recently at the Prosserman JCC, we organized a Sunday brunch party that really seemed to connect with people of all ages. The idea was to create a fun morning for grandparents and grandkids, and give parents some much needed time off. The program had a jam packed morning filled with activities, that included, sing alongs, decorating tzedakah boxes and a lovely brunch. The grandparents were thrilled…

The Truth about Cholesterol
Nov 16, 2011

Are YOU at Risk?! Your body produces all the cholesterol it needs. In healthy people, about 80 per cent of the cholesterol that?s in the body is produced by the body. The rest comes from what you eat. If you eat a diet high in Saturated and/or Trans fats, chances are you will have elevated levels of bad cholesterol in your blood. Saturated & Trans fats raise levels of LDL cholesterol in your blood…

How Decluttering Can Help You Be More Productive
Nov 16, 2011

With the beginning of fall just around the corner, now is a good time to get organized for the upcoming busy months. Find the areas in your life where there?s clutter and clean them out! This act will provide you with organized areas that you won?t have to worry about on top of your busy schedule. Start with one thing at a time, whether that may be your closet, desk, car or fridge. Newly cleaned spaces…

Eating and exercise: 5 tips to maximize your workouts
Nov 16, 2011

If you're planning to exercise, is it better to eat before, or after, your workout? Eating and exercise go hand in hand. When and what you eat can be important to how you feel when you exercise, whether it's a casual workout or a serious athletic competition. Maximize your exercise and athletic performance, but keep in mind that the duration and intensity of your activity will indicate what and when…

Casa Hillel Visits Prosserman JCC
Nov 16, 2011

This small group was discovered when our Prosserman JCC Kolel voluntour went to Guatemala last April. A generous donation in memory of Clara and David Nightingale, who were members of the Reform Jewish community for over 60 years, made this dream possible. Their love of Judaism and desire to help those in need inspired this gift. With the help of our amazing partners Michael Ettedgui and Yaldeinu,…

Essential Home Fitness Equipment
Nov 16, 2011

Looking to start your own gym at home? Listed below is each component of fitness that you should be including in your workout, and some examples of equipment you can use at home to get you started. Setting up a home gym is a great way to supplement your workouts at the gym, especially if you're not able to visit your gym as often as you'd like. 1: Cardio Training Equipment What It Is: Any type of…

Hester Street / Movie Mondays
Nov 14, 2011

Bubby, Zaidy and Grandkids Sunday Brunch Party
Nov 13, 2011 to Nov 13, 2011

Back by popular demand! Join us at the Prosserman JCC for a morning of fun and food with the ones you love. What could be better? Take a morning to yourself and let the grandparents and grandchildren enjoy a fun filled morning jam packed with activities which include, Sing Alongs, decorating your very own Tzedaka box. Tu'bshvat cake decorating and planting. Each class you will enjoy Jewish themed…

Women's Israel Inward Bound
Nov 13, 2011 to Nov 22, 2011

Virtual "Spin Through Israel"
Nov 6, 2011

Get on a bike at the beautiful Goldie Fitness Centre and join Rabbi Goldstein as she "guides" you on a bike ride through Israel. There will be Israeli music, Israeli landscapes in front of you, and a light Israeli lunch at the end. Bike/spin at your own level- no competition! Babysitting available in our fabulous new "funcentre" for $5 per child. Spin: $10 for members/$15 non-members. By pre-registration…

Centre Camp’s Winter Carnival has Arrived
Nov 4, 2011

Daycare and Preschool Open Houses
Nov 2, 2011 to Nov 9, 2011

What is the schwartz/reisman centre?
Oct 16, 2011

The schwartz/reismancentre is a state-of-the-art facility that will quickly become a staple of the Jewish community and York Region. This centre and its purpose is both exciting and needed in this growing community. Our vision is to create a lynchpin to hold the community together and foster a sense of togetherness, celebration, wellness and learning. There really is something for everyone! Located…

Adults, Zoomers and Beyond Chanukah Party

Everyone had a great time at our Adults, Zoomers and Beyond Chanukah Party. There was latkes, dessert, coffee and entertainment for all attendees. Special thanks to the staff who helped organized it, and to the members and non-members who join in the fun! <a href="http://twitpic.com/7tabi2" title="Share photos on twitter with Twitpic"><img src="http://twitpic.com/show/thumb/7tabi2.jpg" width="150"…

Important Dates for February

Library  15th - 9:45 - 10:15  -Nursery 8            10:45 - 11:15 JK 9           3:00 - 3:30 JK/SK 6           3:30 - 4:00 Nursery 5  21st -  10:00 - 10:30 Nursery 8           10:45 - 11:15 JK 9           3:00…

Centre Camp's Winter Carnival

This Sunday January 15th, 2012 Centre Camp is holding a winter carnival to help celebrate its expansion north of Toronto to the schwartz/reismancentre located at the Lebovic Jewish Community Campus. Centre Camp knows how to throw a carnival, just ask those who attended the one back in September!Join us during our free family event between 1-3pm and enjoy bouncy castles, carnival games, cotton…

A Memorable and Happy Chanukah in 2011

Across all of the JCCs in Toronto there was a lot of celebration for Chanukah! We started the holiday off by lighting the menorah where at Prosserman it was lit by our Daycare and Preschool children. This was followed by the singing of many Chanukah songs. This happened throughout the first few nights of Chanukah, and was enjoyed by members, staff and of course the children. This year we organized…

Family Fun Across the City!

Join us for a day of free family fun! Free pizza and refreshments! Free time for kids in the Fun Zone! 10am - 11am Tu B'Shevat arts and crafts and Balls and Hoops for kids. 10am - 12 pm (noon) Family Wii Fun 12 pm (noon) - 1pm Iyengar Yoga for adults 12 pm (noon) - 1 pm  The Lorax Movie & popcorn for kids

An Overview of Programs at Prosserman

The ProssermanJCC hosts birthday parties, educational sessions for adults and seniors, and fun events for the whole family all year. Come celebrate the Jewish holidays with us during our Tu’bshvat themed events this month, and view our list of programs for other holiday-related events this season. Exciting Jewish cultural events include Israeli folk dancing, movie screenings and singing lessons.…

Free Event on February 19th & 20th

This upcoming Sunday and Monday. the JCCs of Toronto are proud to present Family Fun Across the City, where there will be activities, prizes and entertainment.  This FREE event will be held at Miles Nadal JCC (750 Spadina Ave.) on February 19th and 20th. On Sunday February 19th from 11am-1:30pm, everyone is welcome at the Schwartz/Reisman Centre (9600 Bathurst St.) where there will be Mystic…

Mah Jongg

Level: Beginners/Intermediate Learn to play and gain the confidence to play in a group. Daytime: Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:00pm Feb 29 - Apr 04, 2012 Member Value Fee: $58.00 + HST/Regular Fee: $68.00 + HST

Fitness & Health Open House

On Sunday March 11th from 9am-1pm come visit our facility and experience zumba, yoga, martial arts and much more! Any current member of the Prosserman JCC Fitness Centre who brings a friend will receive a gift for you and your guest.  By becoming a member on March 11th, you will not have to pay the enrollment fee! The open house will be followed by a Purim celebration. To pre register for free…

Why We Love our Members Breakfast

One Friday every month at Prosserman we hold a special breakfast that is open and free to all of our members. There is an upcoming one on March 9th, 2012 at 8am in our state-of-the-art lounge. This is the perfect time to enjoy some great food, mingle with the staff and even provide feedback and suggestions on anything to do with what we offer. This event has been a huge success so far, and we are…

Message from Andrew Levy, Executive Director

Dear Members,  The Prosserman JCC is currently in an unprecedented phase of growth, paving the way to both an exciting current chapter in our history and a bright future.  We are developing and offering new programs, including, The Centre for Dynamic Learning and expanding successful existing properties, such as, The Jack and Pat Kay Centre Camp which is opening in a second location…

Meet Dr. Rachael Turkienicz

All of our Jewish Learning lectures, seminars and classes will be taught by Dr. Rachael Turkienicz Dr. Rachael Turkienicz was born and raised in Toronto. She received her Ph.D. from Brandeis University in the area of Talmud and Midrash. Rachael is the Founder and Executive Director of Rachael’s Centre, a Canadian not-for-profit institution involved in informal Jewish education and pluralistic…

Do Athletic Members Pay Extra to be a Senior Social Member?

Here is a question we often get asked:Senior social membership is $45+HST annually at date of registration. This membership entitles you to pay a lower member rate and at times no charge to the social , recreational and educational programs/courses offered by the adults, zoomers and beyond department.If you are an athletic member and over 55 years old, you DO NOT have to pay the $45+HST. It is included…

Special Offer for Wee Baby Sing and Sign

We are currently offering a great promotion for Wee Hands Baby Sing and Sign with speech and language pathologist, Sharon Weiss on April 16th. Sign up two siblings and the second child is 50% off! Please contact Monique Shapiro at 416-638-1881 x.4012 or monique@prossermanjcc.com to register

Where is the Prosserman JCC?

The question we get asked most often is, where is the Prosserman JCC located? And why did it move in the first place? The truth is that we didn't really move, we are still located on the same lot at 4588 Bathurst Street. When the BJCC was torn down, the plan was always for Prosserman (eventually leading way to the new and breathtaking Sherman Campus) to be built further down on the property. We know…

What is The Centre for Dynamic Learninig (CDL)

The Centre for Dynamic Learning is an initiative of the Prosserman JCC Adult Learning Program. Begun in the fall of 2011, it will expand to both campuses (Prosserman and Schwartz Reisman Centre) in September 2012. The basic aim of CDL is to provide a forum for adult engagement and to foster lively discussions in a positive and supportive environment for the over 45 crowd.. Thus far, approximately…

Come Travel with the Prosserman JCC & The Bernard Betel Centre

WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THIS WONDERFUL EVENT HAS SOLD OUT!The Prosserman JCC has teamed up once again with The Bernard Betel Centre to offer everyone the chance to enjoy and experience all that Amsterdam, Budapest, Vienna, Berlin, Salzburg and Munich have to offer. This trip is being offered in conjunction with our Adults, Zoomers & Beyond program. Our very own Seniors Program Coordinator,…

What is Yom Ha'atzmaut?

Yom Ha'atzmaut commemorates Israel's Declaration of Independence in 1948. It is celebrated on 5 Iyar according to the Hebrew calendar. Yom Ha'atzmaut is preceded by Yom Hazikaron.On Thursday, April 26th from 5:30pm - 9:30pm come join our amazing community as we celebrate Israel's 64th anniversary at the Lebovic Jewish Community Campus!  Click here for more information

Upcoming Adults, Zoomers & Beyond Programs

We have some wonderful Adults, Zoomers & Beyond programs at the Prosserman JCC! Here are some of the ones that are happening soon:   Kevin Courrier – The Enduring Popularity of the GANGSTER FILM Wednesday May 23- June 20  1-3pm   Iain Scott - Mozart's Opera Wednesdays May 23-June 13  7-9pm   Jewish Words - Weapons of Mass Destruction!? Be prepared to laugh!!…


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