Senior Classes & Group Activities

Addressing the varied and changing needs of senior adults by providing stimulating social, physical and cultural programs. Transportation available to and from the JCC on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. For reservations or more information, contact Connie Freeman, Director of Senior Adult Services at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org. Online registration is not available for senior adult classes and programs.

JCC seniors enjoy their own lounge with bathroom and kitchen. Hot lunches are served in our multi-purpose auditorium, and classes are held in the adult lounge and the library. Included are day long excursions to the theater and museums. We meet the needs of older adults by providing stimulating social, physical, and intellectual programs. Senior Adult programs at the JCC are made possible through the support of United Way of Western Connecticut, and by the fundraising efforts of The Center Women and the POSH Committee (JCC Providers Of Senior Happiness).

Senior Adult Fitness

Exercise Your Body - Chair Exercise
Energetic chair exercise class using weights and balls. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:15 – 11 a.m.

NEW! Life Enhancement Classes
Classes designed to entertain, educate and enrich. Choose from the following. For full schedule, please contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org.                       

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Apr. 23 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Free to all

What's Happening at Mill River Park
An update by Arthur Selkowitz, Chairman, Mill River Collaborative
Tuesday, May 14

Rhea Davison, A Criminal Sentencing – The Family Story
Come and hear the one-of-a-kind stories about the lives, experiences, occupations or pastimes of our fellow Senior Program participants. Please contact me for additional exact dates.
Tuesday, May 28

"Non Visual Memories"
presented by Elise Passy, Associate Vice President, UJF of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien.
Tuesday, May 21

"Jewish History with Bob"
A unique look at the past led by Bob Abrams, Director of Student Life at BiCultural Day School.
Thursday, May 23

"Your Life, Your Legacy, Plan to Make it Right"
presented by Wendy Grasso, Community Relations, Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home.
Thursday, May 30

Shabbat with Israeli Shlicha Tal Benshahar
Discussions on Israel prior to Shabbat lunch.
Fridays, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Senior Activities

Fun & Games
An opportunity to play Mah Jongg, Scrabble, Bridge, Pokeno, etc., with old and new friends.

Thursdays, 1 – 3 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 20
Free to All

Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn to play this classic game from our resident Mah Jongg master. All levels welcome.

Thursdays, 1 – 3 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 20 (No lessons May 9, May 16)
Member $25 / Community $35
(5 sessions)

Morning Movie Matinee
Enjoy a cup of coffee and a movie on the large-screen TV in the senior adult lounge.

Fridays, 10 a.m.
Apr. 26 – Jun. 21
Free to All

Clubs and Support Groups

Retired Men’s Club
Enjoy fellowship, humor, and vibrant discussions from 10 – 11 a.m. (members only), and an invited speaker at 11 a.m. (open to the community). Every meeting is followed by a soup-and-sandwich lunch and a bridge game after the meal. Registration required. Contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org.

Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No meeting or lunch May 27)
Lunch Price: $3 donation suggested
Annual Price: Member Free / Community $50

Support Group for Blind and Visually-Impaired Older Adults
Monthly speakers on topics relevant to vision loss. Have lunch and meet new friends.

Third Thursday of the month,
12 – 1 p.m. (Lunch)
1 – 2:30 p.m. (Speaker)
Jun. 13
Lunch Price: $3 donation suggested

AARP Safe Driving Course
Reservations required. Contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org  for information.

Wednesday, Jun. 5, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
$12 AARP members / $14 all others

Transportation
Available to and from the JCC on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. For reservations or more information, contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203.487.0983 or cfreeman@stamford jcc.org.
$1 each way, donation suggested