Weekly Bible with Rabbi Dorsch
Rabbi Dorsch will discuss the weekly portion of the Torah in a freewheeling discussion format on Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Make sure to check your MJC Weekly Email for the location since it may tend to vary. No reservation required! This is an MJC tradition—Come learn and enjoy!
Field Trip: Guided Tour of The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center Museum of Nassau County
Located in Glen Cove, the Mission of the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County is to teach the history of the Holocaust and its lessons through education and community outreach. They teach about the dangers of antisemitism, racism, bullying and all manifestations of intolerance. They promote resistance to prejudice and advocate respect for every human being
The tour is designed for families and individuals who wish to gain a more complete understanding of the Shoah and its impact on the Jewish people. Children who are old enough to understand the events of the Shoah are encouraged to attend with their families.
The tour will take place on a Sunday, February 5 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. Admission to the museum is $10/Adults and $5/students and seniors.
Please email lifelonglearning@merrickjc.org by January 29th if you plan to attend. Transportation is on your own.
Film Screening - Never Stop Dreaming: The Life and Legacy of Shimon Peres
George Clooney narrates this fascinating profile containing interviews with Barack Obama and George W. Bush. We encourage members to watch the film at your leisure on Netflix and join us for a one-hour discussion on Monday, March 13 at 7:00 pm. As we begin to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday, we will review the struggles, the controversies and the leaders who helped create this vibrant democracy.
No registration necessary. Just sign in to the MJC Zoom: ID 649-098-3015, Password: Mitzvah613.
Till Death Do Us Part
Rabbi Dorsch will look at all aspects of the Jewish approach to death and dying in this four part series. Please check here for more specififc details which will be posted shortly.
Continuing Programs
Virtual Hollywood
Richard Knox continues his Sunday morning programs on Hollywood icons at 11:00 am each week. Zoom info: ID 710-827-5009, Password: MJC613
Learn To Read Hebrew
Sharyn Kussin continues her class on helping you to improve your Hebrew. She will work with any students who wish to learn or improve their Hebrew skills. Contact lifelonglearning@merrickjc.org for additional information.
Continuing Spanish
Hebrew isn’t enough! Sharyn also teaches Spanish every Tuesday night on Zoom at 7:30 pm. Need a refresher before traveling? Want to be able to shop properly in Spanish markets? Contact lifelonglearning@merrickjc.org.
Zumba with Carrie Dale
Join us on Zoom for fun-filled hour of exercise with a wonderful instructor. Times may vary from week to week, so check back here for the most current schedule or email chantchaz@aol.com for changes and to be added to Carrie's direct contact list. Zoom info: ID 968 5836 5963 Passcode 067653
Monday 11:00 am
Tuesday 10:45 am (45 min)
Sunday 10:15 am (45 min)