Lisa Charschan, Director of Adult Services
516-634-4169, lcharschan@friedbergjcc.org
Ongoing Programs
For Members Only – Registration Required
*REAP (Retired, Experienced and Proud)
Mondays, 11 am-2 pm
Fee: $79 Members $38 per person quarterly (includes 3 months of weekly entertainment)
Sports Roundup
Tuesdays, 12:15-1:15 pm
Let’s discuss our favorite topic, sports!
Fee: Free for Members
Headlines and Topics
Wednesdays, 11 am-12:15 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of current events and newsworthy stories.
Fee: Free for Members
Point Counterpoint
Politics From Both Sides
Mondays 7PM-8:30 PM
The left and the right are represented at this spirited exchange.
Fee: Free for Members
In-House Games
Registration Required
Mah Jongg Mondays
Mondays, 12-4 pm
Fee: Free for Members
Open Play
Wednesdays, 1-4 pm
Fee: Free for Members
Open Play
Fridays 11-4pm
Fee: Free for Members
Beginner Canasta Lessons with Heidi Pashko
6 Mondays 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15
10AM-12PM
Canasta is making a comeback all over town. Learn why this high scoring and unpredictable game is so popular again and how to get in on the fun!
Fee: $162; Members, $135
Beginner Mah Jongg Lessons with Michele Lamonsoff
6 Wednesdays 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29
3:30-5:30 PM
Join us to learn the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences and combinations. This class will introduce you to the tiles and basic moves of the ancient game.
Fee $162; Members $135
Evening Beginner Mah Jongg Class for Moms with Wendy Katcher
6 Tuesdays 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19
7PM-9PM
Looking for a fun way to unwind and connect with others?
Join our Beginner Mah Jongg Class and learn the classic, exciting game that’s perfect for both relaxation and mental stimulation! Meet New Friends: A great way to bond with others in a laid-back, social setting. Boost Your Brain: Challenge your mind while mastering the ancient Chinese tile game. Have Fun: No experience necessary! Learn step-by-step at your own pace.
$162 Members $135
In-House Lectures / Programs
Registration Required
Between the Covers with Liz Ropers
Mondays at 2:00p
May 4: The Art Spy by Michelle Young
June 1: The Man in the Stone Cottage by Stephanie Cowell
Fee: $8; Members, $5
Literary Feuds with Liz Ropers
Thursday April 30, 2026
1PM
Fee $12 Members $5
Join Liz Ropers for a lively discussion of famous literary rivalries. From the quarrelsome clashes of Ernest Hemingway and Gertrude Stein to other legendary disputes, these true tales of bookish bickering will enlighten and entertain even the most discriminating lover of literature.
Please feel free to bring your own lunch, coffee will be served
Join Us for a Special Film Series sponsored by the Jewish War Veterans
Enjoy powerful and thought-provoking films, paired with good company and classic refreshments.
ELEANOR THE GREAT
Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 12:30 PM
A heartfelt comedy-drama marking Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut.
After the loss of her closest friend, 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein leaves Florida for a fresh start in New York City. When she stumbles into a Holocaust survivors’ support group, a story she tells begins to take on a life — and consequences — of its own.
Bagels and cream cheese generously provided by the Jewish War Veterans
Fee: $5 — Members & Jewish War Veterans
NUREMBERG
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 12:30 PM
A gripping historical psychological thriller from director James Vanderbilt.
As the infamous Nuremberg trials are about to begin, a U.S. Army psychiatrist finds himself in a tense and dangerous psychological battle with accused Nazi war criminal Hermann Göring.
Bagels and cream cheese generously provided by the Jewish War Veterans
Fee: $5 — Members & Jewish War Veterans
May 21, 2026 TBA
June 11, 2026 TBA
Acrylic painting with Eva Berger
6 Tuesdays 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19
1:30-3:30PM
Discover the Joy of Acrylic Painting and unleash your creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or have experience with a brush, this guided class will help you explore techniques, colors, and textures to create your own masterpiece.
Fee: $89; Members, $72
Additional $35 fee for supplies or provide your own.
Day Trips & Outings
Registration Required
Broadway Trip
JUST IN TIME at Circle in the Square in the Square Theatre
Wednesday April 15, 2026
Fee: $290: Members: $270
Matinee Performance
Just in Time is an electrifying musical that brings to life the story of Bobby Darin, the legendary singer whose short but remarkable journey took him from teen idol to global sensation. This show is a celebration of memories and timeless music. We will be taking a deluxe coach bus for this special trip.
Join Us as Our Senior Bus Takes us to Historic Stony Brook Village
Day Trip to the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Fee: $85: Members: $70
For the first time, the Everybody Loves Raymond exhibit is at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Become part of the Barone family as you stroll the studio sets, explore the house and watch rare video clips from the show. The Billy Joel collection is also on view with rare memorabilia, photos and videos.
Broadway Comes to Babylon
Day Trip to the Argyle Theater
Long Island Premier of The Prince of Egypt
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Fee: $146: Members $135
A breathtaking story of faith, freedom and destiny is coming to the Argyle Theater. This is a truly extraordinary production coming to Long Island for the first time. From the parting of the Red Sea to the soaring score by Stephen Schwartz, this is a musical event you will want to experience. It’s the kind of musical that will stay with you long after the curtain falls.
Experience the Magic
Day Trip to the John Engeman Theater in Northport
Lerner & Lowe’s CAMELOT
Wednesday, May 27,2026
Fee: $146: Members $135
The legendary musical is back, transporting us to a world of knights, chivalry and iconic songs. This production features the classic songs,”If Ever I Would Leave You”, “I Loved You Once in Silence” and of course “Camelot” This play is a royal delight.
Historic Home and Gardens Tour
Day Tip to Old Westbury Gardens
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
TBA
Join us for a perfect day exploring the legacy, mission and people behind Old Westbury Gardens.
We will have a guided tour of the mansion and the beautiful lush gardens.
