All Programs

Examine the leading challenges to Israel's future in a systematic and reflective way, through the use of powerpoint, slides, and articles, and plenty of dialogue. The four sessions will cover a short history of Zionism and them: women in Israel, the Arab-Israeli conflict including "settlements", ethnic communities, and Israeli internal politics including religious pluralism.

Monday, February 20 - March 12 / 8 pm - 9:30 pm

Member Value Fee $90 +HST / Regular Fee $130 +HST

Instructor: Rabbi Elyse Goldstein

• Learn simple self- defense techniques that will be easy to retain and apply if you ever find yourself in a stressful situation.
• Defend against those most common grabs and holds
• Familiarize and master the technique through self-defense tactics
• Improve your shape and self-confidence \

Ages 5-12

Enjoy ceramics, art and gym with all your favorite Chai Lifeline Canada friends and counselors! All activities are wheelchair accessible and fully inclusive. A delicious kid-friendly dinner and one-way transportation are included.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

For more information regarding all our Special Needs programs, please contact Karen Goldstein at 416-638-1881 x4255 or Karen@prossermanjcc.com.

Ages 3 to 6

We work on co-ordiantion and timing skills with an introduction to various throwing styles, catching, jumping and running. Our goal is to foster a positive attitude towards sports participation, fitness and staying healthy!

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

For more information regarding all our Special Needs programs, please contact Karen Goldstein at 416-638-1881 x4255 or Karen@prossermanjcc.com.

Ages 7+

Lions are taught a variety of major sports to enhance hand-eye coordination, increase muscle tone, and train your child to follow the rules of the game.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

For more information regarding all our Special Needs programs, please contact Karen Goldstein at 416-638-1881 x4255 or Karen@prossermanjcc.com.

A unique recreational and social program, suitable for people recovering from the effects of a stroke or diagnosed with Parkinson's disease as well as other disabilities. This program includes specialized exercises, relaxation sessions, social support, holiday celebrations and special outings in a warm and welcoming setting.

Ongoing program / Monday, Wednesday and Friday / 9 am - 10:30 am

Member Value Fee $155+HST

This program is designed to maintain independence, movement, flexibility and confidence. Instruction is geared toward limited mobility and senior age groups, including those not currently active. A written referral from your attending physician is required.

Ongoing program / Monday, Wednesday and Friday / 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Member Value Fee $155+HST

This program is generously supported by United Way of Greater Toronto and UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

We are a social group for Jewish seniors living with blindness and/or low vision. Once a month we get together to enjoy entertainment, refreshments and most importantly the company of others. We also host several annual events including spring banquets, Summer picnics and a Channukah party. If accessibility presents a challenge, transportation can be arranged.

Ongoing program / First Monday of every month / 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

This is an international and Israeli folk dance class for young and older adults with special needs.

Class is followed by a light dinner, crafts and socializing. Individuals that require one-to-one assistance should attend with a support worker.

Co-sponsored by Yachad.

Thursdays, January 12 - March 1 / 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Member Value Fee $80 +HST / Regular Fee $100 +HST

Instructor: Helen Winkler and volunteers

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

Tentative topics for Younger Next Year may include:

• Should life be preserved at all costs?
• To how much privacy do we have a right?
• Free speech – how far should we be able to go?
• How strongly should organ donation be encouraged?
• Business Ethics – an oxymoron?
• Media Ethics - are there any?

Level: Beginners/Intermediate

Learn to play and gain the confidence to play in a group.

Daytime: Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:00pm

Evening: Mondays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Feb 27 - Apr 2, 2012

Member Value Fee: $58.00 + HST/Regular Fee: $68.00 + HST

Always wanted to learn to bid and play bridge? Well, now is your chance to join our basic bridge class. Please purchase Bidding in the 21st Century - The Club Series. Author : Audrey Grant. Available from instructor for $20.

Mondays, 10:00 - 12:00pm, Room 205

Jan 30 - Mar 19, 2012

Member Value Fee: $50.00 + HST/Regular Fee $65.00 + HST

Always wanted to learn to bid and play bridge? Well, now is your chance to join our basic bridge class. Please purchase Bidding in the 21st Century - The Club Series. Author : Audrey Grant. Available from instructor for $20.

Mondays, 10:00 - 12:00pm, Room 205

Mar 26 - May 14, 2012

Member Value Fee: $50.00 + HST/Regular Fee $65.00 + HST

Learn to play recorder in a group. Stimulates your brain and improves breathing and posture. Not required to read music. Appropriate for 55+ years. Member/non member must purchase a recorder available from instructor for $12.

Section A (Novice - 1st time players): 12:00 - 12:30pm

Section B (Beginners): 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Section C (Intermediate): 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Wednesdays, Mar 04 -May 02, 2012

Cost: Free for PJCC members/Regular Fee $35 + HST

Ages: 1 - 4 yrs

Instructor: Anne Harari

Jan 20 - Mar 23, 2012 / April 20 - June 29, 2012

$8 per child and $10 per non-member

The Fall league will be a 9 week program.

The age breakdowns for each division are as follows:8-10, 11-13

Tuesdays, Aug 25 - Oct 16, 2011

Cost of the program is $150 (Early Bird)/$180.00 Regular

The Fall league will be a 9 week program.

The age breakdowns for each division are as follows:8-10, 11-13

Tuesdays, Aug 25 - Oct 16, 2011

Cost of the program is $150 (Early Bird)/$180.00 Regular

The Fall league will be a 9 week program.

The age breakdowns for each division are as follows:8-10, 11-13

Tuesdays, Aug 25 - Oct 16, 2011

Cost of the program is $150 (Early Bird)/$180.00 Regular

Sundays, Oct 24 - Apr 14, 11 Cost is $225 (Early Bird)/$250 Regular

Jewish History - Instructor: Dr. Carl Ehrlich, Prof. of Hebrew Bible, York University

II: From the Talmud to The Turks

How did we get to the Judaism of today? This course takes us from the Rabbinic Period, through the Golden Age of Spain, through the Enlightenment, and the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948 to understand where we came from and where we are going.

Tuesdays, Feb 28 - Apr 03, '12 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Member Value Fee $130 +HST / Students and Seniors $50 +HST

Regular Fee: $170 +HST / Students and Seniors $90 +HST

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. Test your skill level at the end of the session with an organized friendly Mahjongg tournament.

Mahjongg sets will be provided and cards can be ordered at the beginning of the class.

Tuesday, 1 pm - 3 pm

Jan 17 - Feb 21, 2012

Member Value Fee $58 +HST / Regular Fee $68 +HST

Instructors: Amy Brock and Elaine Pludwinski

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. Test your skill level at the end of the session with an organized friendly Mahjongg tournament.

Mahjongg sets will be provided and cards can be ordered at the beginning of the class.

Tuesday, 1 pm - 3 pm

Feb 28 - Apr 3, 2012

Member Value Fee $58 +HST / Regular Fee $68 +HST

Instructors: Amy Brock and Elaine Pludwinski

Experience exciting dances from Israel and many other nationalities. Move your feet to a multicultural beat. Its great exercise, educational and fun.

Appropriate for: All Adults

Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:30am

Mar 28 - May 16, 2012

Fees: There are regular fees and also single drop-in classes

Member Value Fee $17.00 + HST and Regular Fee $$20.00 + HST (registraion required)

Drop In classes@: $2.75 Member Value Fee p/class & $3.50 Regular Fee p/class (drop-in prices include HST)

Give your kids all the fun they want at the NEW FUN ZONE ACTIVITY CENTER!

For hours of operation please call reception at 416.638.1881 ext. 0

Ages: 0 - 6 years  

Tickets available @ the Welcome Desk. This is not a drop-off program!!

Member Value Fee: $2 per child per visit (Free for adults!!)/Regular Fee: $5 per child per visit (Free for adults!!)

For more information, please contact:

Monique Shapiro
416.638.1881 x4012
monique@prossermanjcc.com

This class is designed to improve endurance, strength and flexibility. Ribbons, balls, and bands will be incorporated into each class. Participants will perform exercises while seated in a chair! Instruction is geared towards all senior age groups and fitness levels, including those not currently active. The class is suitable for people with MS. Join us with your friends and meet new friends too.

Appropriate for: all ages

A written referral from your attending physician is required!!!!

Duration: Annual

Classes are Mon & Wed 2 x p/week, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Member Value Fee: $155.00 + HST/Annual Regular Fee: $185 + HST

For more information, contact Tonya @ (416) 638-1881 ext 4016 or email @: tonyaf@prossermanjcc.com

MAKE YOUR AVATAR AND SEE IT COME TO LIFE!

Introducing the world’s easiest animation course, designed to have your drawings up and moving in minutes! It will let you design animations for movies, greetings cards and presentations. Unlock your inner animator with this amazing course!

This course is designed to encourage the artist in everyone. The program’s simple-to-use tools, engaging design, and multiple levels offer a fun, rewarding experience providing the novice animator the tools to create with confidence.

Saturday July 7 - August 25 / 10:00 - 11:00am

Member Value Fee: $136  / Refular Fee: $166

Who is in the middle of the sandwich? How are Boomers being squeezed between their children who stay home longer, and their parents who live longer? Where do we place our spouse on the list of priorities? What about self-care – is it possible?

Presented by Dr. Ben Schlesinger, Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto. He is the author or co-author of more than 25 books.

Dates and time to be announced.

How can we form new and lasting relationships as we age? How do we address the opinions and concerns of children and other family members? How are Boomers adjusting to romance and marriage? What are some of the pitfalls and satisfactions ?

Presented by Rachel Aber Schlesinger, a professor at York University in the field of Social Gerontology. She has co-authored several books and articles on seniors.

Dates and time to be announced.

What is the impact of ‘free choice’ on a family unit? How do the options we choose challenge the stability of the family? How do we protect the integrity of the family while fostering individual growth? How do we manage being pulled in two different directions by our children?

Presented by Rabbi David C. Seed, associate Rabbi at Adath Israel Congregation, MSW from Columbia University.

Dates and time to be announced.

Perform multicultural melodies in Hebrew, Yiddish, English, French, Hungarian, Italian and Russian. Under the direction of Esther Ghan-Firestone the group is a well-respected performing Choir that entertains at various institutions within the community.

Appropriate for all adults.

Must be a Prosserman JCC and/or Senior Social Member. Free with membership.

Thursdays ongoing, 10:00 - 11:30am

For further information, please contact Janet Klein Slavin, Coordinator Adult Programs @ (416) 638-1881 ext 4259 or email at janets@prossermanjcc.com.

A diverse, multicultural repertoire that includes dances from Israel, South America and North America. Join this performing group of dedicated dancers who enjoy an excellent reputation and are highly regarded for their professionalism.

Ongoing All Year - Must be a Prosserman JCC member and/or social senior member. Free with membership.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30pm, Room 112

No Registration....For further information, please contact Janet Klein Slavin, Coordinator Adult Programs @ (416) 638-1881 ext 4259 or email at janets@prossermanjcc.com.

Join us @ the Prosserman JCC for Duplicate Bridge Thursday afternoons! Don't sit at home, come out to play, meet new people while having lots of fun. Scores will be tabulated and distributed.

Thursdays, year round, 2011 - 2012, 12:15 - 3:30pm, Pay at the door!!

Drop-in cost: Member Value Fee: $1.00 p/session/ Regular Fee: $2 p/session

Includes free parking and free refreshments.

No charge for first time attendees

For more information, please contact Samy Toledano at (416) 417-2063.

Our active toddlers enjoy the same activities as children in the Tic Tac Two program. The focus here is on social interaction, encouraging our toddlers'desire to explore and satisfy their ever curious minds.

When children turn 2 ½ they move to these exciting rooms filled with fun activities. Children are busy every day with a mix of social play and learning in a fun atmosphere.

Your child's mornings will be full of fun and learning in our nursery program with music, arts and crafts, gym and Hebrew.

Watch as your child's Hebrew vocabulary expands with twice weekly lessons in our JK program. Children graduate with the skills to excel on Senior Kindergarten expectations.

By the time your child is in SK, we're equipping them with the reading and math skills they will need to succeed in primary school.

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.

May 14, 2012

Munich, (2005) | 164 min

Director: Steven Spielberg

Writers: Tony Kushner (screenplay), Eric Roth (screenplay)

Stars: Eric Bana, Daniel Craig and Marie-Josée Croze

Set in the aermath of the massacre of 11 Israeli athletes at

the 1972 Munich Olympics, the story follows a secret Israeli

squad assigned to track down and kill the 11 Palestinians

suspected to have planned the Munich attack, and the

personal toll this mission of revenge takes on the team and

the man who led it. Nominated for 5 Oscars.

June 25, 2012

Waltz with Bashir, (2008) | 90 min

Director: Ari Folman / Writer: Ari Folman

Stars: Ari Folman, Ron Ben-Yishai and Ronny Dayag

English subtitles

Israeli film director interviews fellow veterans of the 1982

invasion of Lebanon to reconstruct his own memories of

his term of service in that conflict. Nominated for Oscar,

won 5 Award of the Israeli Film Academy and won the

golden globe award.

July 23, 2012

The Jazz Singer, (1980) | 115 min

Director: Richard Fleischer

Writers: Samson Raphaelson (play),

Herbert Baker (screenplay),

Stars: Laurence Olivier, Neil Diamond and Lucie Arnaz

Neil Diamond stars as Yussel in this tale of a young

Jewish cantor who strives to make a career in music.

Against the wishes of his rigid father and his loving wife,

Yussel travels to California to play his music. Swept up

by the excitement, he meets a woman who shares his

dream. He grows apart from his family, and becomes

confused about what he should ultimately do with his life.

August 20, 2012

Arranged, (2007) | 89 minutes

Directors: Diane Crespo, Stefan C. Schaefer

Writers: Stefan C. Schaefer and Yuta Silverman

Stars: Zoe Lister Jones, Francis Benhamou and Mimi Lieber

Arranged centers on the friendship between an Orthodox

Jewish woman and a Muslim woman who meet as first-year

teachers at a public school in Brooklyn. Over the course of

the year, they learn that they share much in common - not

least of which is that they are both going through the

process of arranged marriages.

Babies can learn to use signs well before they can speak as the coordination of their hands develops earlier than that of their mouths. Research shows that babies who learn sign language have superior language and literacy skills.

In the Wee Hands course, you will learn everyday signs and songs through fun, motivating language based activities.

No Class on May 21st and 28th

Members Value Fee: $130

Regular Fee: $150

Instructor: Sharon Weisz (Speech and language pathologist)

What share of consumer activity is attributable to people over 50? How do marketers grab our attention? What products are we buying? Since we’re supposed to be the wealthiest genera- tion ever, will our work patterns change? Does a long retirement await us all? What about investments – are we different than the generations before us?

Presented by David Cravit, Vice President, Zoomer Media.

Date and time to be announced.

What influence have boomers had in shaping our government and other institutions? Do we ‘hit above our weight’ in politics, during and between elections? Has our impact on structures and practices been positive? If so, how? If not, why not? How might present and future politics and institutions be impacted as we age?

Presented by Dr. Sylvia Baskevkin, Author, Professor of Political Science, University of Toronto.

Date and time to be announced.

Join us with your grandchildren for our first Challah Baking Workshop! See how easy it is to make your own Challah and the significance of the ingredients. Best of all, you'll go home with your own braided Challahs to enjoy!

Musical adaptation about an orphan who runs away from an orphanage and joins a group of boys trained to be pickpockets by an elderly mentor.

Thursday August 16

Last day to sign up July 16

Member Value Fee: $80

Regular Fee: $90

Lunch Included 

Jewish models of discipline TUESDAY April 24 / 7 pm

Combination of Zumba and Sculpt

Create functional, sculptural or decorative pieces with hand-making techniques and wheel skills. Individual attention is given in these mixed level classes to ensure each student acquires skills appropriate to his/her ability, needs and creative aspirations.

Mixed Level Class
Mondays, 7 – 10 PM

April 16 – June 25, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

July 9 – August 27, 2012
$250 + HST (7 weeks) 
Instructor: Michelle Mendlowitz

Mixed Level Class
Tuesdays, 1 – 4 PM and or 7 – 10 PM

April 17 – June 19, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

July 10 – September 11, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 
Instructor: Michelle Mendlowitz

Mixed Level Class
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

April 18 – June 20, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

July 11 – August 29, 2012
$280 + HST (8 weeks) 
Instructor: Alex Yeung

Wheel Throwing Class

Wednesdays, 1 – 4 PM

April 18 – June 20, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

July 11 – August 29, 2012
$280 + HST (8 weeks) 
Instructor: Alex Yeung

Beginner Class

Wednesdays, 7 – 10 PM

April 18 – June 20, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

July 11 – August 29, 2012
$280 + HST (8 weeks) 
Instructor: Vivian Zeva Lee

Mixed Level Class
Thursdays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM and/or 1 – 4 PM

April 19 – June 21, 2012
$340 + HST (10 weeks) 

January 12 – March 15, 2011
$340 + HST (10 weeks)
Instructor: Alex Yeung

Fun with Clay, ages 5 – 15

Watch ideas come to life through clay! Kids learn to sculpt and build with clay, work on a potter’s wheel, apply glazes and let their creativity shine. Lots of fun projects and individual attention. Instructor: Vivian Lee

Sundays, 12:30 – 2:30 PM

March 25 – June 10, 2012

$170 (10 weeks)

Wednesdays, 4:30 – 6:30 PM
April 18 – June 20
$170 (10 weeks)

Family Pottery, all ages

Spend creative time together with your family making functional and decorative ceramics. New project ideas are followed by detailed demonstrations. The projects reflect a variety of ages and skill levels. Instructor: Vivian Lee.

Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
March 24 – June 9

$225 – $300

Sundays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM and/or 3 – 5 PM

March 25 – May 21

$225 – $300

Spend creative time together with your family making functional and decorative ceramics. New project ideas are followed by detailed demonstrations. The projects reflect a variety of ages and skill levels. Instructor: Vivian Lee.Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM 

March 24 – June 9

$225 – $300

Sundays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM and/or 3 – 5 PM

March 25 – May 21
$225 – $300

This course will offer ways to trigger the imagination and stimulate the writing process.

Tuesdays, 7 – 9 PM

April 17 – June 5
$260

This course offers participants a supportive audience to share their work and gain constructive editing advice. The course will be devoted to writing exercises, discussing technique and work-shopping students’ poems.

Mondays, 10 AM – 12 PM

March 19 – May 7, 2012
$260 

This course open to all writing levels will help participants trigger memories and explore “life writing” in its many forms – memoir, personal essay, experience based fiction and poetry.

Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

April 17 – June 5
$260 

Ideal for people looking to have fun while getting exercise! With her exquisite technique, grace, and playfulness Drorit Ibtissam is one of Toronto's leading performers of Middle-Eastern belly dance. Classes are suited for all levels. Instructor: Drorit Ibtissam.

Sunday, 12:30 – 2:30 PM
March 25 – June 10
$220 

Flamenco is a proud, passionate dance from the south of Spain.  The class will introduce the foundations of flamenco technique including posture, arm and hand movements, footwork, and palmas (hand clapping). 

Flamenco palos (rhythms) will be introduced and throughout the term, students will learn choreography based on one of the palos. Open to all levels.

Instructor: Susan Walker.

Thursday, March 29, 2012, 8 PM

Open to all ages and abilities

Experience the passionate dance of salsa! Learn basic steps, how-to and choreographies of traditional dances. Singles and partners welcome.

Thursday, 7 – 9 PM
April 19 – June 21
$220