The CLLD Advisory Council and staff would like to extend our ongoing wishes for your health and safety. We also would like to thank you for your patience during this unprecedented time. Unfortunately, we do not yet know when in-person services will resume. We have worked hard to bring you a diverse and comprehensive program of remote course offerings. We hope that you enjoy them!
 
Now, more than ever, CLLD is relying on voluntary contributions from our participants. These contributions will allow us to continue to bring new and additional programs to you, our most valued customer. Please review the suggested payment amounts for contributions based on monthly class attendance and use the provided link below to make payment via credit card. You may also mail a check to the JCC (attention CLLD) at 1466 Manor Road, SI, NY 10314. Suggested contributions will not automatically renew monthly and can be made at any time. 
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20 Classes per Month: $40 Suggested Contribution
15 Classes per Month: $30 Suggested Contribution
10 Classes per Month: $20 Suggested Contribution
 
Click here to contribute by credit card
 
Thank you again, and we await the day that we can see your smiling faces in person!
 
-CLLD Advisory Council and Staff
 
 
NEW REMOTE PROGRAM SCHEDULE:

 
Welcome to CLLD's new remote programming schedule. 
Please see our virtual course offerings listed below. Please note class start dates and times, and Zoom information. 
All classes begin the week of August 24th unless otherwise noted.


ART OF UKULELE JAM SESSION
 
Learn to play the Ukulele. This class is fun, exciting, and requires no musical ability. Bring your fingers and you will learn the rest. If you want to perform a song, email me at: mgecht108@gmail.com this week. 
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS, 9:15-10:45am
Instructor: Michael Gecht
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 973 6365 5614
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
CHAI CHI ONLINE
 
This class will include exercises to improve your balance, breathing and flexibility to offer you fun and enjoyment while learning Tai Chi forms.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS, 11am
Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 926 0178 9469
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
ART OF FABULOUS FOOD 
 
Food; Familiar and exotic; Family and cultural customs. Discover the origins of an eclectic array of foods. Discuss issues of food production, processing, distribution, marketing, food banks, food desserts and food scarcity. 
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS, 11-12:30pm (6 Sessions)
Instructor: Anne Devlin 
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 939 9761 8308
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
INTERNAL EXERCISE WITH ARTHUR FOREMAN
 
Internal Exercises energize the entire body, promote effective functions of the internal organs, dissolve stress and tension, prevent health problems, heal, regenerate, and do much more without strenuous exercises or equipment.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Arthur Forman
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 960 8813 3095
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
THE BEST COMPOSERS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD
 
Think you’ve heard it all? Well…maybe not! In this class, we will explore the lives and works of composers who haven’t gotten the fame they deserve. And no limits on time or place—we’ll be searching all of music history (and the obituaries) for little-known gems.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS, 2pm
Instructor: Carolyn Clark
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 914 0071 8371
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
STAYING ACTIVE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (S.A.I.L.)
 
This class includes group strength, and balance and aerobic exercise, to help prevent falls and fall related injuries. 
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS, 10am
Instructor: Deborah Nalitt
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 937 0714 7647
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
JEWISH STORIES OF MAGIC, MYSTICISM & SCIENCE FICTION
 
9/1 & 9/8 Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik
9/15 & 9/22 The Angel of Losses by Stephanie Feldman
9/29 & 10/6 The Cure by Sonia Levitin
10/13 & 10/20 Snow in August by Pete Hamill
10/27 & 11/3 Wandering Stars Anthology -Jack Dann
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS, 10am
Instructor: Amy Posner
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 966 2966 2185
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
MUSIC NOSTALGIA 
 
If you miss the nostalgic music of your younger years, and if you want to travel back to the nostalgic melodies of the 60’s, 70’s, and more, then this class is for you. Join our own phenomenal pianist, and musician Lloyd Lerner to bring back all your favorite memories! 
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS, 11-12pm
Instructor: Lloyd Lerner
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 937 9954 4430
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
MIDRASH-AGGADAH COURSE
 
Midrash-Aggadah Expositions Tales and Legends of the Torah and Talmud.
 
Light and Deep ideas conveyed in a simple, interesting and entertaining fashion. Multi-Topic Teachings including: God, Mankind, Angels, Demons, Mysticism, Ethics, Proper Behavior, Supports and endearment to Halacha, Man and God.
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS, 11am
Instructor: Jake Jankelovitz
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 967 5222 6583
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
SWEAT N SCULPT
 
Karen’s low impact class strengthens your cardiovascular system with simple aerobic movements. Light weight may be used for total body toning. You’ll have so much fun, you won’t realize how much you’re really working! 
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS, 11:30am
Instructor: Karen Raden
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 989 9045 5571
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
THE ART OF THE DILEMMA
 
Modern Conundrums. Talmudic debates. Your solutions. 
 
When confronted with dilemmas so complex, your gut tells you to do one thing, and your brain tells you another—what do you do?

• Apply mind-bending, brain-twisting, hair-splitting Talmudic reasoning to solve real-life modern dilemmas—situations that actually happened yet seem impossible to solve.
• Prepare for a mental expedition to mind-wrestle with situations that force us to choose between two reasonable truths.
• Analyze, discuss, and debate Talmudic texts with live interactive polling for an authentic taste of original, dynamic Talmud study.

 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS (starting September 8th), 1-2pm
Instructor: Rabbi Mendy Katzman
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 937 2233 3124
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
SENIOR BOOMERS THEATRE ENSEMBLE
 
Join Ariel Marcus and Keith Taylor as the Senior Boomers Ensemble comes back together because The Show Must Go On! Join IlluminArt as we cast, rehearse and perform an existing play. No experience is necessary. The first few sessions will revolve around getting comfortable performing. All you need to bring is your sense of adventure and humor. Past performances include "Senior Moments: The Musical" (2018) and the zany courtroom drama "You're The Jury" (2019). Most recently there was a Zoom performance of the original "Virtual Variety Show".
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 9:30-11am
Instructor: Ariel Marcus and Keith Taylor
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 958 8531 1642
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
STUDIO ART TECHNIQUES AND ANSWERS
 
Short lectures about studio and drawing techniques followed by questions and answers, and extended dialogues about such things as Inspiration, motivation imagery imagination, philosophy, and the like.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 11-12pm
Instructor: Dennis Green
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 997 0894 7196
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
IMMUNE SYSTEM
 
Topics in this class include: addictions and eating disorders, osteoporosis and bone disorders, antibiotics DNA testing and much more.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 11am
Instructor: Dr. Roberta Hayes
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 953 3063 9439
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
POSITIVE PULSE WITH LISA
 
Each week, Lisa will demonstrate easy at-home exercises using things around the house.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 11am
Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 965 8552 4160
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
SERENITY
 
Relax and settle in as you learn to manage your way to serenity during a challenging time. Key Benefits. Reduces stress. Improves stability. Improves body alignment. Increases joint Mobility and total overall emotional health.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Lisa Lubarsky
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 948 3468 0320
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 

CONVERSATIONAL HEBREW
 
If you do not have the time or skills to master the vast vocabulary and unique character of Hebrew, the class will enable, and enhance your ability to speak Hebrew by focusing on pronunciation.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Mark Spiritus
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 991 8568 3938
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
CURRENT EVENTS
 
This class will focus on current events and topics including, but not limited to politics, world affairs, psychology and human relations.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAYS, 1-2:30pm
Instructor: Henry Plotkin
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 910 6270 3519
Passcode: CLLDED


BROOKLYN NOSTALGIA 
 
This class will discuss many topics related to Brooklyn, New York, including neighborhoods, and sports. Participants are welcome to share and reminisce about their experiences in Brooklyn.  
 
Day & Time: THURSDAYS, 10-11am
Instructor: Emily & Alan Cohen
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 946 2491 8581
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
PILATES
 
Increase strength and flexibility while you lengthen and strengthen your body using core muscles through a series of non-impact gentle postures. 
 
Day & Time: THURSDAYS, 10am
Instructor: Lina Taliercio
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 964 6679 8544
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
ZUMBA
 
Interactive dance class with a certified instructor who will teach ethnic dance routines for a fun workout that will tone and sculpt your body. 
 
Day & Time: THURSDAYS, 11am
Instructor: Deborah Nalitt
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 971 8927 6917
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
ART OF DOCUMENTARY
 
Join us for a cup of virtual coffee, as we introduce you to many wonderful documentaries. This class will focus on a variety of documentaries that explore a wide range of many different topics. Throughout the class students will discuss their thoughts and opinions with the instructor. 
 
Day & Time: THURSDAYS, 11:15-12:45pm
Instructor: Beth Siegel-Graf 
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 910 8697 3905
Passcode: CLLDART
 
 
SWEAT N SCULPT 2
 
Karen’s low impact class strengthens your cardiovascular system with simple aerobic movements. Light weight may be used for total body toning. You’ll have so much fun, you won’t realize how much you’re really working! 
 
Day & Time: THURSDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Karen Raden
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 991 9119 1106
Passcode: CLLDFIT
 
 
ART OF BROADWAY, PART 1
 
Explore the origins and background of NY Theater. Follow the history of the Broadway stage through stories about the men and women who made the NY theater scene so successful.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS at 11-11:45am
Instructor: Fred Grieco
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 115 119 374
Passcode: 265999
 
 
ART OF BROADWAY, PART 2
 
Explore the origins and background of NY Theater. Follow the history of the Broadway stage through stories about the men and women who made the NY theater scene so successful.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS, 11:45-12:30pm
Instructor: Fred Grieco
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 115 119 374
Passcode: 265999
 
 
HEALING THE BODY, HEALING THE SOUL
 
In this class we will explore the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of healing from traditional, Chasidic and Kabbalistic sources.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Rabbi Garner
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 995 1297 8954
Passcode: CLLDED
 
 
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IPHONE
 
This class is for iPhone beginners. It will assist participants in getting to know and use their iPhone. Learn how to text, take and edit photos, use GPS, e-mail, use social media.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS, 12pm
Instructor: Sara Jacobson
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 773 7132 4904
Passcode: 810328
 
 
HANDS ON PHOTOGRAPHY
 
Students in this course will be introduced to the basic camera functions and the concepts of framing and exposure. Students will explore their own creative perspectives while getting hands-on experience. A digital camera is required for this course.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS, 1:30-2:30pm
Instructor: Sara Jacobson
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 742 1869 9170
Passcode: 565749

 
IMPROV CLASS WITH MONA VALORE
 
Would you like to keep your brain cells active, learn to think on your feet, and have fun all at the same time? Well, if you’re willing to take some risks and use your imagination, you can do just that as you crease improvisational theater on the spur of the moment. No lines to memorize, no stage fright to deal with… just pure creative fun. 
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS, 1:30pm
Instructor: Mona Valore
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 914 2482 0467
Passcode: CLLDED

​UPDATES:
 
Listen to Your Heart, Online is cancelled until further notice.

 
PROGRAMS:

 
Coronavirus & Arthritis Webinars from the Arthritis Foundation:
WEBINAR I-Emotional Health and Coping
 
Leading experts share how to manage feelings of isolation, uncertainty and anxiety about your infection risk, career and finances in these stressful times. Get tips for practicing self-care and preserving healthy relationships and, get facts about ADA work-related protections for people with arthritis. To view the webinar recording, please click here.
 
WEBINAR II: Coronavirus & Arthritis | Infection, Prevention & Managing Your Care
 
Join the Arthritis Foundation, a representative from the CDC’s COVID-19 Community and At-Risk Taskforce and other leading experts to hear the latest updates on infection and testing, your real risk and what is happening to infected arthritis patients, guidance on ongoing care and medications, advice for staying safe when going out and more. To view the webinar, please click here.
 
 
The New York Road Runners are offering the following exercise classes:
 

• Tuesdays at 10:00AM: Total Body Workout with Coach Sheila Clark-Hawkins
• Wednesdays at 10:00AM: Strength & Balance Workout with Coach Sid Howard
• Thursdays at 10:00AM: Kickin’ It with Coach Calvin Conner
• Fridays at 10:00AM: Entrenamiento de Cuerpo Completo con Entrenadora Asteria Howard (Total Body Workout in Spanish with Coach Asteria Howard): Los participantes completan un entrenamiento de cuerpo completo dirigido por el entrenador de Striders Asteria (participants complete a total body workout led by NYRR Striders coach Asteria).

 
Classes can be accessed through their ZOOM link.
Zoom Webinar ID: 821 0818 0913

 


 
Check out our virtual classes! Our current weekly schedule is as follows. Look for more in the weeks to come.

 
CHAI CHI ONLINE
 
This class will include exercises to improve your balance, breathing and flexibility to offer you fun and enjoyment while learning Tai Chi forms.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS at 11:00 AM
Instructor: Lisa
Join us on Zoom here.
Meeting ID: 914-380-9061
Password: wellness1
 
 
INTERNAL EXERCISE, ONLINE
 
Internal Exercises energize the entire body, promote effective functions of the internal organs, dissolve stress and tension, prevent health problems, heal, regenerate, and do much more without strenuous exercises or equipment.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS at 12 PM
Instructor: Arthur Forman
Join us on Zoom here.
Meeting ID: 914-380-9061
Password: wellness1
 
 
EAT WELL, LIVE WELL
 
Nutrition Education with Lisa. Health cooking class with pantry staples and easy to use every day gadgets.
 
Day & Time: MONDAYS at 2 PM
Instructor: Lisa
Join us on Zoom here.
Meeting ID: 914-380-9061
Password: wellness1
 
 
POSITIVE PULSE WITH LISA
 
Each week, Lisa will demonstrate easy at-home exercises using things around the house
 
Day & Time: TUESDAYS at 12 PM
Instructor: Lisa
Join us on Zoom here.
Meeting ID: 914-380-9061
Password: wellness1
 
 
MUDDY HANDS HAPPY HEARTS, ONLINE
 
Muddy Hands Happy Hearts is a hand-building ceramic program designed for students of all levels to explore the world of hand built ceramics.
Darren Corona is a local ceramicist that has been creating his own work, along with leading workshops and seminars for over two decades. Darren will teach various techniques, and give valuable insight to those participating.
 
Day & Time: WEDNESDAY at 10:00 AM (8/5/20)
Instructor: Darren Corona
Join us on Zoom
Zoom Meeting ID: 579 496 5827
Password: 9yuqY1
 
 
ART OF BROADWAY, ONLINE
 
Explore the origins and background of NY Theater. Follow the history of the Broadway stage through stories about the men and women who made the NY theater scene so successful.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS at 11 AM
Instructor: Fred Grieco
Join us here, on Zoom
Meeting ID: 115 119 374
Password: 265999
 
 
SERENITY
 
Relax and settle in as you learn to manage your way to serenity during a challenging time. Key Benefits. Reduces stress. Improves stability. Improves body alignment. Increases joint Mobility and total overall emotional health.
 
Day & Time: FRIDAYS at 1 PM
Instructor: Lisa
Join us on Zoom here.
Meeting ID: 914-380-9061
Password: wellness1

 


 
Make sure to check out our Arts & Culture programs and classes below!

 
August Book Club
Thursday, August 13, 12:30pm
 
We hope you'll join us for our next Book Club meeting! We will be reading When Time Stopped and will be joined by author Ariana Neumann for a special discussion. 
 
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 881 8145 5140
Password: 9QEPWe
 
 
The ‘Jewish American Princess’ in Hollywood Movies: From Stereotype to Role-Model
August 19th and 26th at 12:30 pm
 
This 2-part lecture series presented by Dr Julia Wagner will examine the evolution of the Jewish American Princess (JAP) character-type in Hollywood movies, from its misogynistic origins to unlikely heroines. Part 1 on August 19th will discuss the cultural environment which gave rise to the negative stereotype of the Jewish American Princess and look at some early representations in popular culture. Part 2 on August 26th focuses on the development of the JAP in post-1980s movies including Private Benjamin, Dirty Dancing and Clueless, exploring the ways in which female filmmakers have embraced the character with nuance, affection and respect.
 
*Zoom link will follow your registration
 
Tickets can be purchased here.
 
 
Art of Broadway with Fred Grieco
Fridays, 11am
 
Explore the origins and background of NY Theater. Follow the history of the Broadway stage through stories about the men and women who made the NY theater scene so successful.
 
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 115 119 374
Password: 265999
 
 
Improv Class with Mona Valore
Fridays, 1:30pm
 
Join us on Zoom here or call in to Zoom at 425-436-6397
Meeting ID: 4432485740
Password: 8NeGvY